Obituaries

Feb 3, 2025

Jerrell “Jerry” Lee Sowell went to meet his Lord on February 3, 2025; he was 77 years old. Jerry was

born in Goose Creek, Texas to Files and Madelle Sowell of Deer Park, Texas who preceded him in death.

Jerry spent a portion of his life dealing with and working on old model...

Feb 3, 2025

Wiliam Gaines Abernathy passed away on February 3, 2025 in Winnsboro, TX after a short illness. He was born February 15, 1953 to D.C. and Mary Gaines Abernathy. He went by his nickname, Bill, all his life.

Bill spent his entire youth in Commerce, attending 12 years of public school and 4 years at ETSU....

Feb 1, 2025

Mrs. Kathryn Lewis age 78 of Mineola, TX passed away on Saturday, February 1, 2025. Kathy was born July 24, 1946 to the Late W.E Lott and Minnie Alice Lott.

Kathy was a faithful member of New Hope Baptist Church in Mineola TX. She enjoyed being in the church kitchen cooking for the youth, singing...

Jan 31, 2025

Margaret Ellen Judah, 95, of Winnsboro, Texas, passed away peacefully on January 31, 2025. She was born on December 14, 1929, in Hartford, Alabama, to Richmond and Bessie Alberson.

On May 9, 1951, Margaret married the love of her life, Lewie Judah, and together they built a beautiful life centered around family and faith. She...

Jan 31, 2025

By divine decree from our Loving Creator and Savior, Richard Joel Ellington was born on February 20, 1957, to Bob and

Donna Ellington in Paris, Arkansas. Then on January 31, 2025, Rick at age 67 passed into the presence of King Jesus and eternal life. Rick’s family moved to Texas during his elementary school years. About this...

Jan 31, 2025

Wanda Lou Weems

December 21, 1940 – January 31, 2025

Wanda Lou Weems, 84, of Winnsboro, Texas, passed away peacefully on January 31, 2025. She was born on December 21, 1940, in Wood County, Texas, to Edgar and Laverne Rushing Jones.

Wanda grew up in Winnsboro, where she cultivated...

Jan 31, 2025

Regina “Jeanie” Faye Knickerbocker, age 85, of Winnsboro, Texas, passed away on January 31, 2025. She was born on July 25, 1939, in Dallas, Texas, to Leonard Looper and Cleo Regina Smithey Looper.

Jeanie is preceded in death by her beloved husband James “Jim” Knickerbocker, who passed away on March 26, 2014, both parents, and...

Jan 30, 2025

Patricia Gallardo (Nee: Lamb) of Mineola, Texas sadly passed away on January 30, 2025, at the

age of 70.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Carlos Gallardo, Sir Knight of Knights of Columbus. She is survived by her daughter, Renee Lamb, her “SIL” Michael Sabo, and grandson Zander. She was a loving mother,...

Jan 29, 2025

Jackie Marie Coffman, age 72, of Winnsboro, Texas, passed away peacefully at her home on Wednesday, January 29, 2025, surrounded by her mother and three daughters, after a long and courageous battle with brain, lung, and bone cancer. Born in Dallas, Texas, Jackie graduated from Arlington High School and went on to earn an Associate's Degree in Accounting from...

Jan 29, 2025

W. L. “Blue” Strange, 92, originally from Mineola Texas, passed away peacefully on January 29, 2025 in Longview Texas. Born on November 10, 1932, in Alba, Texas, he was the son of John Dee Strange and Polly Miller Strange. Blue grew up in Mineola and proudly served in the United States Army, a testament to his commitment to his...

Jan 28, 2025

Russell Allen Hall, affectionately known as "Rusty," passed away on January 28, 2025, releasing his spiritual being to the next chapter. He was born on December 4, 1968, in Waco, Texas, and spent much of his early life in that area. Rusty was a proud 1987 graduate of Meridian High School and later pursued his studies at Texas State...

Jan 27, 2025

Bonnie Sue Comer, lovingly known as Sue, was born on February 9, 1955, in Mt. Pleasant, Texas, to Emmitt and Sarah Frances Dodgen Honeycutt. She grew up in the close-knit community of Winnsboro, Texas, where she cultivated a strong foundation of faith, family, and compassion that would define her life.

Sue dedicated her career to...

Jan 27, 2025

Nicolas "Nic" Thomas Wilkins

October 13, 2002 – January 27, 2025

Nicolas "Nic" Thomas Wilkins, 22, of Mineola, passed away on January 27, 2025. Born on October 13, 2002, in Sulphur Springs, Nic was known for his adventurous spirit, love of the outdoors, and passion for cars.

He worked...

Jan 26, 2025

Dorothy Louise Garvin

Dorothy Louise Garvin, a beloved mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, passed away peacefully on January 26, 2025, at the age of 98. Born on July 12, 1926, in New Boston, Texas, Dorothy was the cherished daughter of Henry Franklin Bookout and Sarah Louise "Ruby" Preston Bookout.

Dorothy’s life was...

Jan 25, 2025

Jeffrey Wayne Clappe, of Winnsboro, TX, left this earthly home January 25, 2025 at the age 73. Jeff was born January 7, 1952 to Wayne and Margret Clappe in Bryan, OH where he was raised with his 3 siblings. He graduated from Bryan High School and studied at Michigan Technological University before joining the United States Air Force. He...

Jan 25, 2025

Mitchell Allen Holt, 26, of Winnsboro, Texas, passed away on January 25, 2025. Born on April 1, 1998, in Mt. Pleasant, Texas, Mitchell brought joy and laughter to those around him throughout his life.

Mitchell grew up in Winnsboro, Texas, and graduated from Winnsboro High School. He pursued a career as a well technician with...

Jan 24, 2025

Johnnie Corene Saulters, 90, passed away on January 24th, 2025 in Grand Saline, Texas. She was born to Rev. Travis and Alice Jones on January 27, 1934 in Crawford, Texas.

Born into the Great Depression, she was thoughtful and resourceful from the start. One year, she drew five pink flowers on the back of her...

Jan 23, 2025

Rosalee Hammers, born on August 22, 1927, in Benton, Arkansas, passed away peacefully on January 23, 2025, at the age of 97. She was the daughter of Rudolph Clements and Ethel Irene Holt, and she grew up surrounded by the love of family in her Arkansas home.

Rosalee graduated from David O Dodd High School in Little...

Jan 22, 2025

Donna Faye Thurman, age 67, of Mineola, Texas, passed away on January 22, 2025, surrounded by her devoted husband, David, and loving family. Born on January 8, 1958, in Dallas, Texas, Donna was the daughter of Don Gaby and Norma McBride Gaby. She was a proud graduate of Alba Golden High School and a longtime member of Central Baptist...

Jan 19, 2025

Marcus Ray Foster, 60 of Winnsboro, Texas met with our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on January, 19, 2025. Mark was the son of Ronnie Foster Sr. and Stepmother Debbie Foster.

Mark was a man of faith, loving his family and friends. Mark especially loved his church, Smyrna Baptist and his church family. On September...