Obituaries

Jun 27, 2024

Karen Ann Tinney, a beloved daughter, sister, and friend, passed away on June 27, 2024, in Tyler, Texas. Born on March 3, 1966, to Roger Tinney and Mary Grimsley. She brought joy and light into the lives of everyone she touched and was known for her vibrant personality and her many talents, having a passion for poetry, painting, and...

Jun 26, 2024

Cherryl Franklin Carroll, a devoted mother and dedicated worker, passed away on June 26, 2024, in Winnsboro, Texas. Born on October 17, 1944, to Riley "Hap" Havens and Lena May Thompson, Cherryl lived a life filled with love and service.

Cherryl was a proud and loving mother to her son, Charles Carroll. She was always...

Jun 23, 2024

Robert Sherman Ray, Jr. was born March 10th, 1925 in Crow, Texas to the late Robert Sherman Ray, Sr. and Nellie B. Perryman Ray. He had one sister, Patsy Ray Heyland. In 1942 he graduated from Mineola High School at the age of 17. With the permission of his parents, in 1943, he joined the Army Air Corp and...

Jun 22, 2024

Nell Ann Jordan was born on October 8, 1938, in Pickton, Texas to Henry Taylor and Vera Causey Lile (Stone). She gained her eternal rest on June 22, 2024. Nell was a devoted wife, loving mother, and cherished grandmother and great-grandmother whose life was marked by faith, family, and a love for nature.

On August...

Jun 18, 2024

Verdell F. Walter Matter, a cherished husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, peacefully passed away on June 18, 2024, at the age of 87. Born on November 11, 1936, in Decorah, Iowa. Verdell was the beloved son of Walter Matter and Laverne (Bolson) Matter.

Verdell's life was defined by his deep passions and unwavering devotion to...

Jun 18, 2024

Elizabeth Ann Shafer, born on October 13, 1942, passed away peacefully on June 18, 2024, surrounded by her loving family. She was the cherished daughter of Margaret Haggerton and Berry Williams.

Ann is survived by her devoted husband of 41 years, Chuck Shafer, and her beloved sister, Doris Vallejo, along with her spouse Bill Vallejo....

Jun 17, 2024

Daniel F. Jones, of Mineola, released his spirit to Heaven on June 17, 2024. Mr. Jones was born on August 13, 1948, to the late James R. Jones and Margaret Agnes (Glancy) Jones. Daniel was a very active person throughout his 75 years, having joined the Navy in 1967. He graduated from the University of Texas-Austin with honors having...

Jun 17, 2024

James Albert Sechrist, age 77, of Winnsboro, Texas, passed away peacefully surrounded by family. Born on September 29, 1946, to the late John and Minnie Sechrist, James brought joy and laughter to all who knew him. Growing up as one of eight children, his childhood was filled with mischief and fun, ensuring there was never a dull moment.

Jun 14, 2024

Robert "Rob" Michael Wagner, born on July 17, 1963, in Tyler, Texas, passed away on June 14, 2024. Rob was the son of the late Kenneth Wagner and Lou Hooks Wagner. Growing up in Mineola, Texas, Rob attended Mineola High School and later pursued his education at East Texas State University.

Rob dedicated his career...

Jun 13, 2024

Richard Edward Carlson, 91, of Alba, Texas, was a wonderful friend, husband, father, grandfather and

great-grandfather. He was born April 29, 1933, in Fairbury, Illinois, to Mary Ellen and Edward G. Carlson.

Richard left home at the age of 18 to join the United States Navy serving from 1951 to 1955.

After leaving...

Jun 7, 2024

Donna Grace McNevin, age 66, passed away on Friday, June 7, 2024, and went to be with her Lord and Savior.

Donna was born on July 8, 1957, to parents Albert and Vivian Smith, in Henderson, Texas. Donna was the oldest of three girls.

Donna graduated from Henderson High School in...

Jun 7, 2024

Phoebe Vanderbye Latz was born July 28, 1946 and went home to Heaven on June 7, 2024 four days shy of her 47th wedding anniversary to her husband Tom Latz.

Phoebe was beloved mother to her three children David (Laura) Eder, 56, James Eder, 53, and Christie (Andrew) Pudell , 45. She passed away at...

Jun 7, 2024

Robert Allen Turnbo Sr, age 79 of Crosby, passed away on Friday, June 7th, 2024 after a hard-fought battle with cancer. Robert "Bobby" was born on September 6th, 1944 to the late Frank and Velma Zapalac. Bobby served in the US Army from 1967-1969 as a 1st Class Gunner in the 199th Light Infantry Brigade in Vietnam. Bobby retired...

Jun 6, 2024

Doris Aline Miller, a cherished mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully on June 6, 2024, at the age of 98. Born on December 12, 1925, in Paragould, Arkansas, Doris was the beloved daughter of Courtney Brice Beadles and Viola Jones Beadles.

Doris grew up in Paragould AR, where she attended Paragould High School and...

Jun 6, 2024

Mary Lou Simonds, affectionately known as Lou, passed away peacefully on June 6, 2024, at the age of 92. Born on November 1, 1931, in Wortham, Texas, Lou was the cherished daughter of Clinton E. Wright and Tommie Hildreath Boals Wright.

A devoted wife and homemaker, Lou dedicated her life to creating a warm and...

Jun 5, 2024

Mr. Sammy L. Young, aged 72, of Quitman, Texas, passed away on June 5, 2024. He was born on September 18, 1951, in Meridian, Texas. Sammy's journey through life was one filled with hard work, laughter, and cherished moments with his beloved family.

Sammy found fulfillment in the open road as a truck driver and...

Jun 4, 2024

Martha Burks Mitchell passed on to her eternal home with streets of gold, into the presence of her Savior, on

June 4, 2024 in Mineola, Texas. Martha was born on Mother’s Day, May 10, 1931 in Millport, Alabama to

Sarah Gertrude and Jacob Nathaniel Burks. She was the oldest of their four daughters.

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Jun 3, 2024

Billie Ruth McCarley, age 91, of Argyle, Texas, passed away peacefully on June 3, 2024. Billie was born on February 18, 1933, in Culleoka, Texas, to Bill and Susie Tucker. She married the love of her life, Wiley McCarley, on July 4, 1952, and together they built a beautiful life filled with love, laughter, and cherished memories.

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Jun 3, 2024

Benny K. Castloo, Jr., a cherished son, brother, uncle, and friend, passed away on June 3, 2024, bringing an end to his earthly struggles. He was the second most important person to be born on February 22nd after George Washington. Mr. Castloo was born on February 22, 1958, in Tyler, Texas. Benny's life was one marked by camaraderie, hard...

Jun 2, 2024

Tony Gale Crow, beloved husband, father, brother, and grandfather, walked into the Gates of Heaven to SEE Jesus on June 2, 2024, at the age of 67. Born on September 24, 1956, in Mt. Pleasant, Texas, to the late Cotton Crow and Pearl Hill Crow, Tony was a cherished member of the Winnsboro community.

Growing...