August 2011

CAROLYN MARIE PATTON POLAND

Mrs. Carolyn Marie Patton Poland, age 54 of Crockett, passed away Monday, August 22, 2011 at East Texas Medical Center in Crockett. Mrs. Poland was born May 27, 1957 in Crockett to Bobby and Florine Nichols Patton. She was a homemaker. Mrs. Poland was a member of the South Loop Church of Christ. Survivors include her step-daughter Amy Elliott and husband Chuck; step-son Paul Poland; brother Kenny Patton and wife Julia; step-grandchildren Zachary Taylor Poland, Jasmine Nichole Bronger, Steven Gholson, Jasmine Marie Elliott, Jessica Elliott, C.J. Elliott and Gabriel Poland; and five step-great-grandchildren. Preceded in death by her parents Bobby and Florine Nichols Patton; husband George W. Poland; and brother Bobby Wayne Patton, Jr. Memorial Services for Mrs. Carolyn Marie Patton Poland were held Saturday, August 27, 2011 at 10:00 a.m. at Bailey & Foster Chapel in Grapeland. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the Diabetes Association. To view online, leave condolences or sign the guest book go to www.baileyandfosterfuneralhome.com Bailey&Foster Funeral Home

JOHN CLANCY ROOP

Mr. John Clancy Roop, age 52 of Crockett, went to be with his Lord on Saturday, August 20, 2011, following a long and very courageous battle with melanoma. Mr. Roop was born May 25, 1959 in Salt Lake City, Utah to John Wallis Roop and Norma Talley Clancy Roop. He lived most of his life in Texas and was the epitome of a Texas man…Big…Strong…Quick Smile…Great sense of humor…and a HUGE soft heart! Mr. Roop was one of the finest carpenters in East Texas and took great pride in his work. Survivors include his devoted wife Adair Roop, of Crockett; father John W Roop, of Crockett; sons John Cofer (J.C.) Roop and wife April, of Grapeland and Christopher Roop, of Crockett; daughter Carissa Carter, of Grapeland; son-in-law Harvey Swan, of Grapeland; sister Dallas Fitzgerald and husband Bobby, of Tyler; grandchildren Bret, Brooklyne and Baylee; step-children James Brown, Christy Cunnup and T. C. Cunnup; numerous nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by his mother Norma Talley Clancy Roop; sister Vicki Jo Crump; nieces Norma Ann Gore and Tammy Joyce. Services are scheduled for Mr. John Clancy Roop Saturday, August 27, 2011 at 11:00 a.m. at the First Assembly of God Church in Crockett, with the Rev. Buck Olive officiating.

ANITA HENSON RICHARDS

Ms. Anita Henson Richards, age 55, left this life on Monday, August 22, 2011, at Methodist Hospital in Houston. Ms. Richards was born on July 25, 1956, in Houston to Jacqueline Morgan Henson Berch and Clyde J. Henson, and was the eldest of two daughters. She attended school in Houston, graduating from Sharpstown High School. She received a Bachelors of Arts in Teaching for Sam Houston State University with certifications in Special Education, English, Secondary History and Secondary Psychology. While at Sam Houston State, She was on the SHSU National Dean’s List, Who’s Who Among American Women; and invited to join the English Honor Society. Ms. Richards taught at Cypress-Fairbanks ISD from 1981-1995. In 1991, She lost her left leg, vision in her left eye and had open heart surgery to replace her mitral valve. Following intensive rehabilitation, She returned to teaching in 1991 while also attending Houston Baptist University to receive a Masters of Arts in Psychology in 1995. While at HBU, She was a member of Psi Chi (Psychology Honor Society) and held the office of Secretary from 1993-1995. She was also a member of Alpha Sigma Lambda Honor Society and a student Affiliate of American Psychological Association. She was a weekly volunteer at a psychiatric hospital and while there was awarded Outstanding Volunteer Award, HCA Gulf Pines Hospital, 1992. After experiencing some major medical problems from 1999, Ms. Richards received a kidney and pancreas transplants on 2001. She again taught profoundly disabled students at Latexo High School for the years of 2008-2009. Health problems continued to plague her, but her outlook was always upbeat. Ms. Richards loved her horses. She raised Paint and Pinto horses which she have a very successful show career. With her favorite horse Miss Red Trina, she won three World Titles in Halter, Western Pleasure and English Pleasure. She was an outstanding 4-H leader for Harris County (81-85) TrailsWest Club and Waller County (1990-1991). Survivors include her mother Jacqueline Morgan Berch, of Austonio; sister Amanda Henson, of Austonio; aunts Billie Doyle, of Austonio, Eloise McCaskill, of Centerville and Claudine Morgan, of Humble: uncles Henry Morgan, of LaGrange and Donald Morgan and wife Jonnie, of Donie; and many wonderful cousins; special friends Wendy Jones, of Bridgeport, Channing and Pam Wood, of Katy, Aulus Cocholice, of Brasil and Gay Allen, of Hockley. Preceded in death by her grandparents Alvin and Eva Morgan of Austonio. Funeral Services for Ms. Anita Henson Richards were held Thursday, August 25, 2011 at 1:30 p.m. in the Callaway Allee Memorial Chapel with Pastor Gene Fogt officiating. Condolences for Mrs. Richards may be left at online obituaries www.callawayalleecom. Callaway-Allee Funeral Home

JAMES LYNDON REED

Mr. James Lyndon Reed, age 75 of Laurel, Mississippi, passed away, Monday, August 22, 2011 at his residence. Mr. Reed was born March 17, 1936 and was retired from the oilfield and was a supervisor in maintenance with Cameron Gates Industrial. He served in the National Guard and was of the Baptist faith. Survivors include his wife Gloria Lowe Reed, of Laurel, Miss.; son Randy Short, of Earth, La.; two daughters Regina Gleisner, of Petal and Joan Pitchford, of Waller; grandchildren Michael Short, McKensey Short, Jared Pitchford, Katherine Hudson, Brittany Gleisner, John Cordova and Stephanie Gleisner; great-grandson Cory Hudson; brother Carroll “Boots” Reed and his children Shawna and Mark Sitoo, of Lufkin; and sister Rinthie Lowery and husband Johnny, of Crockett. Preceded in death by his parents Stokes Reed and Edwina Willis Reed. Graveside Funeral Services for Mr. James Lyndon Reed were held Thursday, August 25, 2011 at 4:00 p.m. in the Latexo Cemetery. Condolences for Mr. Reed may be left at online obituaries www.callawayallee.com. Callaway-Allee Funeral Home

DWAYNE TALMADGE MARSHALL

Mr. Dwayne Talmadge Marshall, age 58 of Crockett, passed away Tuesday, August 23, 2011 in Crockett. Mr. Marshall was born February 20, 1953 in Anderson County to Doyle and Margret Miles Marshall. He was a contractor. Survivors include his wife Paula Marshall, of Crockett; daughters Shannon Marshall, of Crockett and Stephanie Butler and husband Matt, of San Antonio; granddaughters Kaitlyn Marshall, Kailey Butler and Samantha Butler; and special nephew Chris Sbrusch, of Tyler. Preceded in death by his parents Doyle and Margret Miles Marshall. Funeral Services for Mr. Dwayne Talmadge Marshall will be held Sunday, August 28, 2011 at 2:00 p.m. at Bailey & Foster Chapel in Palestine. Interment will follow in Muse Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Chris Sbrusch, Ed Kennedy, Gary Reed, Frank Moore, Matt Butler, Joe Batts and Gary Lovell. Honorary Pallbearers will be G.W. Marshall and Jerry Ruby. To view online, leave condolences or sign guest book go to www.baileyandfosterfuneralhome.com. Bailey&Foster Funeral Home

ANN FOLMAR

Mrs. Ann Folmar, age 74 of Crockett, passed away Monday, August 15, 2011 at her residence. Mrs. Folmar was born January 18, 1937 in Cayuga, Texas and had lived in Crockett most of her lifetime. She was retired with from First National Bank in Crockett having worked there for 40+ years and attended First Baptist Church in Crockett. Survivors include her daughter Lanita Hampton, of Crockett; son Rusty Folmar, of Crockett; grandchildren Amanda Corry and husband Casey, of Crockett, Justin Cunningham, of Grapeland and Dylan Keith Folmar, of Crockett; great-grandchildren Drew and Shelby Corry, of Crockett; brothers Jim Mewbourn and wife Mary Ann, of Lufkin, Harry Mewbourn and wife Patsy, of Lufkin; special friends Gwen Shaw and husband Jimmy and Florrie Hoskins and husband W. T., all of Crockett; numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives. Preceded in death by her husband Harold Folmar; parents James Curtis and Jeffie Lee Mewbourn; and sister Lanita Jean Mewbourn. Funeral Services for Mrs. Ann Folmar were held Wednesday, August 17, 2011 at 2:00 p.m. in the Callaway-Allee Memorial Chapel with Bro. Mikey Osborne officiating. Interment will follow in the Evergreen Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Hospice in the Pines, 116 S. Raguet, Lufkin, Texas 75904. condolences for Mrs. Folmar may be left at online obituaries www.callawayallee.com. Callaway-Allee Funeral Home

BETTY JO KENDRICK

Mrs. Betty Jo Kendrick went to be with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Saturday, August 13, 2011. Mrs. Kendrick was born on January 14, 1927 in Crockett, Texas to Opal and Marcus Smith, the youngest of three daughters. Mrs. Kendrick was a lifetime resident of Houston County. She graduated from Crockett High School at the age of 16 in 1943. She devoted herself to her marriage, children, and family after marrying the love of her life, Leslie Kendrick, on February 22, 1947. Mrs. Kendrick had a lifetime love of books and after her children were older, she worked many years as Assistant Librarian at the Crockett Public Library which she thoroughly enjoyed. She retired from the library in 1996. Mrs. Kendrick was a longtime member of Central Baptist Church and sang in the choir for many years and taught Sunday school. She was very active in her church until her health failed. She once earned a special 30 year Sunday School pin for not missing Sunday School during that time. Survivors include her children Mark Kendrick, Amy Riemenschneider and husband Billy, all of Crockett and Anda Megginson and husband Ken, of Semmes, Ala.; son by heart and our brother by heart, Kevin Woolley and wife Denise, of Clarksville, Tenn.; grandchildren Chad Riemenschneider and wife Rebekah, of Grapeland, Brad Riemenschneider and wife Katy, of Crockett, Jeremy Megginson, of Mobile, Ala. and Timothy Megginson and wife Carrie, of Windermere, Fla.; three great-grandchildren Chloe Megginson, Lucy Megginson and Holli Riemenschneider; grandchildren by heart, Austin and Megan Woolley; sister Mabel Dishon, of Crockett; brother-in-law L. C. Kendrick, of Crockett; special niece Barbara Frizzell and husband Charles, of Crockett and their daughters, Jana Patterson, of Palestine and Julie Neel, of Crockett; special caregivers Geraldine Stapp, Candace Sherman, Essie Langford and Helen Stuckey; numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives. Preceded in death by her husband Leslie Kendrick; parents Opal and Marcus Smith; sister Frances Dotso and sister-in-law, Reba Faye Bowdoin. Funeral Services for Mrs. Betty Jo Kendrick were held Wednesday, August 17, 2011 at 10:00 a.m. in the Central Baptist Church with the Reverend Roy Wayne Marshall officiating. Interment followed in the Shady Grove Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association, 1100 W. 49th Street Room # G408, Austin, Texas 78756; Central Baptist Church, 100 N. 7th Street, Crockett, Texas 75835 or Crockett Public Library, 709 E. Houston Avenue, Crockett, Texas 75835. Condolences for Mrs. Kendrick may be left at online obituaries www.callawayallee.com. Callaway-Allee Funeral Home

LINDA JO LAWLER

Mrs. Linda Jo Lawler, age 55 of Lovelady, passed away Monday, August 1, 2011 at her residence. Mrs. Lawler was born May 17, 1956 in Channelview, Texas and had been living in Houston County, previously living in Humble. She had worked as a day care director in Kingwood and had also worked as a photo technician at Walmart. Mrs. Lawler was a member of the Ash Church of Christ. Survivors include her husband David Lawler, of Lovelady; sons Charles Lawler and wife Brittany, of New Caney and Jason Lawler, of Lovelady; daughter Haylei Lawler, of Lovelady; grandchildren Sophie Lawler and Fisher Lawler; parents Charles and Doris Smith, of Lovelady; brothers David Smith and wife Ramona, of Splendora and Billy Smith and wife Tracy, of New Caney; numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives. Preceded in death by her grandson David Wayne Lawler; and grandmother Anna Belle Crowder. Memorial Services for Mrs. Linda Jo Lawler will be scheduled at a later date. Condolences for Mrs. Lawler may be left at online obituaries www.callawayallee.com. Callaway-Allee Funeral Home

ALLEN EDWARDS WHITTLE

Mr. Allen Edwards Whittle, age 78 of Crockett, passed away Wednesday, July 20, 2011 in the Community Care Center in Crockett. Mr. Whittle was born October 29, 1932 in San Diego, California and had lived in Crockett since 2005. Mr. Whittle was a veteran of the United States Army having served during the Korean Conflict. He was retired having worked as a physical therapist and was a member of the Catholic Church. Survivors include his sister Ellen Andreasen, of Lovelady; nieces Mary Merritt and husband Mike, Sherry Kimmel and husband Ron, all of Ada, Okla. and Katherine Powers and husband Mike, of Reno, Nev.; nephews Dennis Andreasen, of Charlotte, NC, Gary Andreasen, of Ada, Okla.; numerous great nieces and great nephews. Preceded in death by his parents Alvie and Edna Whittle; and grandmother Ella Peterson. Graveside Services for Mr. Allen Edwards Whittle will be held Monday, August 15, 2011 at 12:30 p.m. in the Houston National Cemetery. Condolences for Mr. Whittle may be left at online obituaries www.callawayallee.com. Callaway-Allee Funeral Home

FLOYD HAMILTON CAIN

Mr. Floyd Hamilton Cain, age 86, went home to be with his heavenly Father Tuesday, August 09, 2011. Mr. Cain was born on July 4, 1925, in the sawmill town of Camden, Texas, the son of hard-working and devout Christian parents. Mr. Cain was a member of First Baptist Church in Crockett and for the last three years resided at Houston County Nursing Home along with his high-school sweetheart and wife of 66 years, Falby (Foxworth) Cain. Mr. Cain's Bible scripture passage to live by comes from Joshua 24:15, "As for me and my house, we will serve the Lord " He was loving and respectful of those who did not hold his beliefs. He frequently ministered to others through extending a helping hand, as well as Biblical counseling. Being a staunch patriot, Mr. Cain enlisted in the Navy and served from 1942-1946 during WWII. While in the Navy, he boxed unprofessionally, thereby gaining the nickname "Killer Cain." Having qualified for the Navy SEALS, it was determined that he possessed unusually astute hearing and uncommon depth perception. He was appointed as lead SONAR operator on a minesweeper. During a WWII Veterans interview in 2004, he recounted the following story: I was there when our troops landed at Anzio where many of those first U.S. soldiers hitting the beach didn't make it. The scene was indescribable. Our minesweeper swept-up untold numbers of enemy mines making safe passage for ships carrying other soldiers. Our minesweeper was the lead ship also at St. Tropez, France, leading our soldiers right up to the beach. At the liberation of Rome, two friends and I were the first American Navy sailors to enter the Vatican City, which was a neutral zone. Decked out in our "dress whites” we must have been a welcome sight to the ravaged and war torn Italians. Another story close to his heart was emotionally difficult for Mr. Cain to tell: Hundreds of war orphans were gathered at various ports along the Mediterranean. They were displaced, starving, and needed shelter. Our boat's "Cookie " helped me gather food and building materials to feed the orphans and erect some sort of shelter. Our Captain would "look away " as I passed-by with supplies, as this type of aid was frowned upon by policy. When I think of those orphans, I can still see them waving to me as we sailed off. I often wonder about those children with no families, so young, and so alone, and about what their fates may have been. After his tour in WWII, Mr. Cain began a long and productive career at the Sinclair Refinery in Pasadena, Texas, where he and his wife raised their daughters. Working his way through the ranks at Sinclair, he retired having attained the honorable position of Turnaround Coordinator. He enjoyed officiating football, referring baseball, and repairing televisions at a shop in his garage. At some points in his life, he held the previous four jobs at a time, thus confirming a profound work ethic. When his five daughters were still living at home, he and his wife managed to do anything it took to take their daughters on many memorable vacations. An avid storyteller, Mr. Cain was also an incurable optimist, and possessed a generous playful nature. He was often overheard saying, "There is this little clown inside me just trying to get out." Other of his favorite activities included picking (the guitar) and singing, cooking, camping, vegetable gardening, swimming, traveling, and Scrabble. He often expressed his passionate wish that all of his family members would receive Christ as their personal Savior so that "the family circle would remain unbroken." Even after Mr. Cain was diagnosed with Alzheimer's, the disease was never able to rob him of his zeal for life, love of family, and an out-going friendly and positive personality. Loved ones know that Mr. Cain is now whole again and is in the presence of God holding to God's promise that they will one day be reunited with him in Heaven. Suvivors include his wife, Falby Cain; five daughters; 13 grandchildren; 19 great-grandchildren; two great-great grandchildren; brother Jim Cain, of Willis; countless extended family members; and many dear friends; daughters and their husbands Sharon and Don Maxwell, of Spring, Janet and Ray Sales, Gail Parker, all of Crockett, Joan and Luther Rogers, of Colmesneil and Jean and Ray Davis of Mt. Home, Ark. Preceded in death by his parents Bertrand and Ruby Cain; sister Laverne Stowe; brother Charles Cain; infant great-grandson Kyle Hosch; son-in-law Frank Parker; and nephew Gary Cain. Home going Services for Mr. Floyd Hamilton Cain were held at Callaway-Allee Memorial Chapel in Crockett with the Reverend Charles Smith officiating, on Saturday, August 13, 2011, at 2:00 p.m. Interment followed at Evergreen Cemetery in Crockett. Pallbearers will be his grandsons Kenny Hosch, Spencer Hosch, Glen Maxwell, David Sales, Pat Bankey, Lee Bankey, and Dr. Randy Davis and Bo Dempsey. Grandson, Naval Officer Ricky Davis, stationed in Japan, will serve as honorary pallbearer. Condolences for Mr. Cain may be left online at www.callawayallee.com. Callaway-Allee Funeral Home

WILLIAM (BILL) HENRY MATCHETT

Mr. William (Bill) Henry Matchett, age 79, passed away after a lengthy illness Wednesday, August 10, 2011 in Crockett. Mr. Matchett was born on February 18, 1932 in Trinity, Texas. He worked hard his entire life. He began working as a young adult on the farm, at the sawmill and in the family chair factory. Mr. Matchett joined the United States Army where he proudly served the United States in both the Korean and Vietnam wars as well as many other posts across the United States. He also proudly worked for the Texas Department of Corrections for over 20 years at the Huntsville (Walls) Unit. Mr. Matchett was a recognized leader in the Boy Scouts of America. He proudly honored the organization and tried to shape the lives of many young adults based on the Christian principles of his life that he always illustrated in everything he said and did. He married Lenetta Fayne Hendricks Matchett on January 26, 1958. Bill also known as “Papa” Matchett will always be remembered in our hearts. Survivors include his daughter Patricia Prasifka and husband Thomas, of Huntsville; sons William G. Matchett and wife Joy, of Huntsville and Charles A. Matchett and wife Katrice, of Quanah; six grandsons James Matchett and wife Tala, Clay Matchett and wife Morgan, Cory Venable, Thomas Matchett, Kolton Matchett and Cord Matchett; two great-granddaughters Anjelica Gonzales and Ella Rose Matchett; sisters-in-law Billie Jenkins, Mona Hendricks, Audrey Matchett; and brother-in-laws Clay Hendricks and Mac McLaughlin; also numerous cousins, nieces, nephews and friends. Preceded in death by his loving wife of 50 years Lenetta Fayne Hendricks Matchett in 2008; parents James H. and Dora Matchett; two brothers James Donald and Benny Ray Matchett; and one sister Inez McLaughlin. Funeral Services for Mr. William (Bill) Henry Matchett will be held Tuesday, August 16, 2011 at 10:00 a.m. in the chapel of Sam Houston Memorial Funeral Home. Interment will follow in Brooks Cemetery in Huntsville. Pallbearers will be James Matchett, Clay Matchett, Cory Venable, Thomas Matchett, Kolton Matchett, Cord Matchett and Nolan Nichols. In lieu of flowers, please send donations to the Boy Scouts of America, George Strake District, P.O. Box 1739, Conroe, Texas 77305; or Boy Scouts of America, online at www.scouting.org or the Texas Prison Museum, 491 Hwy 75N, Huntsville, Texas 77320. Memorial condolences may be made at www.shmfh.com. Sam Houston Memorial Funeral Home

JOHNNY LESTER ADAMS

Mr. Johnny Lester Adams, age 66 of Weldon, passed away Monday, August 01, 2011 at his residence. Mr. Adams was born November 16, 1944 in Weldon, Texas and had lived in Weldon for most of his lifetime. Mr. Adams was retired having worked as a construction worker in Houston and had also retired from the Texas Department of Criminal Justice. He loved to hunt and fish. Survivors include his children Joni Kay Moore, of Weldon, Jerry Lester Adams and Vicki Adams, both of Houston; grandchildren Kymberly Seidel, of Trinity, Kristen Hill and husband Jason, of Latexo, Justin Rickman, of Austin, Melissa Adams, of Austin and Kayla Moore, of Weldon; great-grandchildren Holli Seidel, Allison Milz and Bailey Hill; brothers Pete Adams, Walter Adams and wife Eloise, Billy John Adams and wife Ann, Ray Adams and wife Gladis, Bud Adams and wife Joyce and Jerry Don Adams; sisters Lula Kent and husband Norwood and Jane Kabine and husband Bob; numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives. Preceded in death by his parents Charlie R. and Lillie “Tay” Adams; brother Harold Adams and sister-in-law Opal Adams. Memorial Services for Mr. Johnny Lester Adams were held Saturday, August 6, 2011 at 2:00 p.m. in the Callaway-Allee Memorial Chapel with the Rev. Charles Butler and Mrs. Norma Dell Jones officiating. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Waters Edge Recovery, P.O. Box 1446, Crockett, Texas 75835. Condolences for Mr. Adams may be left at online obituaries www.callawayallee.com. Callaway-Allee Funeral Home

July 2011

LORAINE TAYLOR

Mrs. Loraine Taylor, age 77, passed away Friday, July 29, 2011 in Lufkin. Mrs. Taylor was born February 11, 1934 in Lacy. Survivors include her daughters Brenda Byars, of Tyler, Linda Taylor and Deborah Phipps, both of Groveton; sons Charles R. Taylor, of Lufkin, Adrain Taylor, of Tyler, Ronnie Taylor, of Beaumont, Johnny Taylor, of Crockett and Larry Taylor, Jackson, Mich.; sister Wayne Gray, of Little Rock, Ark.; 27 grandchildren; 19 great-grandchildren; numerous aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins and other relatives and friends. Funeral Services for Mrs. Loraine Taylor will be held Saturday, August 6, 2011 at 11:00 a.m. in the Groveton Jr. High School Auditorium. Interment will follow in the Lacy Cemetery. Colonial Mortuary- Directors

CAROLYN VAUGHAN ALEXANDER

Mrs. Carolyn Vaughan Alexander, age 71 of Houston, passed away Sunday, July 24, 2011 in the Memorial Hermann Hospital in Houston. Mrs. Alexander was born September 9, 1939 in Houston County, Texas and had been a resident of Houston since 1963. Mrs. Alexander was a housewife and a member of the Oak Forest Baptist Church in Houston. Survivors include her husband Johnny Alexander, of Houston; son Robin Alexander, of Houston; granddaughter Jessica “J. J.” Alexander, of Magnolia; brother Glen H. Vaughan, of Kennard; numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives. Preceded in death by her son Randy Alexander; parents Charlie and Mary Lee Vaughan; and sister-in-law Janet Vaughan. Funeral Services for Mrs. Carolyn Vaughan Alexander were held Wednesday, July 27, 2011 at 10:30 a.m. in the Oak Forest Baptist Church in Houston with Dr. Richard Walters officiating. Graveside Funeral Services followed at 3:30 p.m. in the Corinth Cemetery in Kennard. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Oak Forest Baptist Church c/o Music Department, 1700 West 43rd, Houston, Texas 77018. Condolences for Mrs. Alexander may be left at online obituaries www.callawayallee.com. Callaway-Allee Funeral Home

MARVIN JUNIOR EASLEY

Mr. Marvin Junior Easley, age 81 of Crockett, passed away Tuesday, July 27, 2011 at Community Care in Crockett. Mr. Easley was born April 26, 1930 in Houston County on the Murray Farm Sand Ridge to John Daniel Easley and Eva Perkins Easley. Mr. Easley met and married Evelyn Johnson January 30, 1953 to this union five children were born. He was a Baptist. Survivors include his sons William Dan Easley and wife Rita, of Porter Springs, Marvin Wayne Easley and wife Michelle, of Latexo and John Marvin Easley, of Crockett; daughter Judy Ann Easley, of Crockett; brother Julian Ramirez; sisters Dell Wolf, of Jacksonville, Helen Kilpatrick and Bobbie Easley, both of Crockett; eight grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives and friends. Preceded in death by his parents John Daniel Easley and Eva Perkins Easley; wife Evelyn Johnson Easley; daughter Wanda Chance; sisters Margaret Fritzgerald and Wanda Faye; brothers Earl Easley, Jessie Easley; Elvis Easley and Billy Ray Easley. Funeral Services for Mr. Marvin Junior Easley were held Friday, July 29, 2011 at 10:00 a.m. in Percilla Evergreen Church in Percilla with the Rev. Dewayne Thornton officiating. Interment followed Percilla Evergreen Cemetery. Pallbearers were Mike Omelina, Pete Miles, George Easley, Curtis Lockhart, Danny Dise and Jerry Dise. Family Mortuary

BEVERLY JEAN COLLIER GLOVER

Mrs. Beverly Jean Collier Glover, age 79 of Lovelady, formerly of Clute, passed away Monday, July 18, 2011 in Hospice in the Pines Inpatient Unit in Lufkin. Mrs. Glover was born February 10, 1932 in Birmingham, Alabama and had lived in Lovelady since 2003, previously living in Clute. Mrs. Glover had worked as a Licensed Vocational Nurse having retired from Brazosport Memorial Hospital and was a member of the Lovelady Church of Christ. Survivors include her sister Charlotte Jones and husband Claude, of Lovelady; brothers John Collier and wife Betty, of Hope, Ark. and David Collier, Sr. and wife Betty, of Lovelady; numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives. Preceded in death by her husband Glen S. Glover; parents Jesse W. and Blanche Collier; and brother William Garvey Collier. Funeral Services for Mrs. Beverly Jean Collier Glover were held Thursday, July 21, 2011 at 4:00 p.m. in the Lovelady Church of Christ with Mr. Randy Jones officiating. Interment followed in the Lovelady Antioch Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Hospice in the Pines, 116 S. Raguet, Lufkin, Texas 75904 or Antioch Cemetery Association, 4846 C. R. 3455, Lovelady, Texas 75851. Condolences for Mrs. Glover may be left at online obituaries www.callawayallee.com. Callaway-Allee Funeral Home

FERRELL DORA FELDER THOMAS

Mrs. Ferrell Dora Felder Thomas, age 86 of Crockett passed away of congestive heart failure on Thursday, July 14, 2011 in Houston at North Cypress Medical Center. Mrs. Thomas was born in Houston, Texas on November 8, 1924 to Henry Howard Felder and Desta A. Williams Felder. Her father was a choir director of various Assembly of God churches for most of his life, so naturally Ferrell’s secondary interest was singing. She had a strong alto voice and sang God's praises with various gospel quartets in the South Texas, Louisiana and Florida area. Mrs. Thomas and the love of her life, Will Thomas, loved the area around Houston County and her grandmother founded a church that exists still today in Grapeland: Felder's Chapel. She loved to sing, she loved to laugh, she loved to appreciate God's creation, she loved a good game (whether it was dominoes, cards, or even football). But the primary passion and driving force of her life was to be a servant and coworker in the ministry of Jesus Christ. He was the Rock on which she built her life and what a strong foundation He has been. She was active in the “fields of harvest in the Kingdom of God on earth” until her days were completed, fittingly, for at least the past decade, here at Harvest Church in Crockett. She lived her life in accordance with her faith and her faith was Strong as was her love for People. She was known variously as "Sister Ferrell," "Miss Ferrell," "Miss Thomas", "Grandma Ferrell," "Mom," just plain "Ferrell," and by other terms of endearment. She loved generously with words and action and to really know her was to know of her love for her Savior, His Word, and her love for you…and to love her in return. Survivors include her sons James Thomas, of Crockett, Kevin Thomas and wife Melody, of Katy, Randy Thomas and wife Amy, of Houston and Lamar Thomas and wife Stacy, of Keller; grandchildren Jennifer Jones, of Katy, Kolby Thomas, of New Waverly, Danielle Thomas, of Keller, Luke Thomas, of Houston, Faith Thomas, of Keller, Ben Thomas, of Houston, Callie Shugart and Samantha Coveney, both of Katy; great-grandchildren Ethan Jones and Aidan Jones, both of Katy; sisters Geraldine Young, of Houston, Doreen Poling, of Austin, Nina Ponfick, of Nursery and Lynn Tullos, of Richmond; brothers Ralph Felder, of Fort Worth and Mark Felder, of Houston; numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives. Preceded in death by her husband Will Thomas; sons Richard V. Thomas, Gerald H. Zeigler; and brothers Melvin Felder and Howard Felder. Funeral Services for Mrs. Ferrell Dora Felder Thomas were held Sunday, July 17, 2011 at 2:00 p.m. in the Harvest Church with the Rev. Dennis Ivey officiating. Interment followed in the Creek Cemetery. Condolences for Mrs. Thomas may be left at online obituaries www.callawayallee.com. Callaway-Allee Funeral Home

GEORGE IVINS

Mr. George Ivins, age 71 of Weldon, passed away Thursday, July 21, 2011 in the Triumph Hospital in Tomball. Mr. Ivins was born May 22, 1940 in Weldon, Texas and had lived all of his lifetime in Weldon. He was a veteran of the United States Army. Mr. Ivins retired having worked in Pipeline Construction as a Heavy Equipment Operator and was a member of the Weldon Baptist Church. Survivors include his brother Lytlejohn Ivins and wife Ann, of Tomball; sister Doris Crowson and husband Wayne, of Dickinson; brother-in-law Doyle Hutcherson and wife Helen, of Tomball; numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives. Preceded in death by his parents Travis and Hazel Ivins; brother Rayford Ivins; and sister Jan Hutcherson. Graveside Funeral Services for Mr. George Ivins were held Saturday, July 23, 2011 at 10:00 a.m. in the Weldon Cemetery with the Rev. Mike Westbury officiating. Condolences for Mr. Ivins may be left at online obituaries www.callawayallee.com. Callaway-Allee Funeral Home

JONNY PAUL STEWART

Mr. Jonny Paul Stewart, age 74 of Crockett, passed away Thursday, July 7, 2011 at the M. D. Anderson Hospital in Houston. Mr. Stewart was born September 21, 1936 in Lovelady and had lived in Houston County most of his lifetime. He was a retired carpenter and a member of the Lovelady Baptist Church. Mr. Stewart also was a veteran of the United States Army. Survivors include his wife of 54 years, Kathryn May Stewart, of Crockett; son Wayne Stewart and wife Barbara, of Crockett; grandchildren Chase Zachary Stewart and Ciara Vera Stewart, of Crockett; brothers Bobby Lee Stewart and wife Avalon, of Lovelady, Billy Ray Stewart and wife Rosemary, of Houston and Donald Harold “Dude” Stewart and wife Shirley, of Lovelady; sisters-in-law Cynthia Mitchell and husband Kenneth, of Crockett and Brenda May Lewis, of Trinity; brother-in-law Eugene May, of Oceanside, Calif.; numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives. Preceded in death by his parents Sherman and Sylvia Stewart; sister Melba Stewart Beard; nephew Johnny Lee Stewart; father-in-law and mother-in-law Leonard and Kathleen May; and sister-in-law Frances McManus. Funeral Services for Mr. Jonny Paul Stewart were held Monday, July 11, 2011 at 10:30 a.m. in the Harvest Church with the Rev. Dennis Lowery and the Rev. Dennis Ivey officiating. Interment followed in the Evergreen Memorial Park. Condolences for Mr. Stewart may be left at online obituaries www.callawayallee.com. Callaway-Allee Funeral Home

CLARA FAYE WILLIAMS

Mrs. Clara Faye Williams, age 86 of Texas City, passed away Friday, July 8, 2011, at Mainland Medical Center. Mrs. Williams was born December 2, 1924 in Center Hill, Texas. She was a retired school teacher, a member of Mainland Church of Christ, and Mainland Morning Quilt Guild. She is preceded in death by her husband, Fred S. Williams. Survivors include her sons Mike Williams and Cathy Bain and Fred Williams Jr. and wife Sue; daughter Jan Carraway and husband Bill; brother James Platt and wife Hazel; sister Beth Sherman; grandchildren Courtney Barrett and husband David, Tara Verm and husband Rodney, Amanda Roman and husband George, Kaylin Petras and husband Dwayne, Kassie Hajovsky and husband Clay, and Andrew Williams; great-grandchildren Hunter Williams, Makayla Verm, Lauren Verm, and Parker Petras; numerous other relatives and friends. Funeral Services for Mrs. Clara Faye Williams were held Tuesday, July 12, 2011 at 10:00 a.m. at Emken-Linton Funeral Home. Graveside Service were followed at 4:00 p.m. at the Center Hill Cemetery. Donations may be made to the Mainland Church of Christ, 4801 Emmett F. Lowry Expressway, Texas City, TX 77591. Emken-Linton Funeral Home

EUGENIA (JEAN) PLETKA MATHER

Mrs. Eugenia (Jean) Pletka Mather, age 94 of Chickasha, Oklahoma, formerly of Crockett, Texas, passed away Sunday, July 10, 2011 in the Glen Haven Retirement Village in Chickasha, Oklahoma. Mrs. Mather was born October 5, 1916 in Chicago, Illinois and grew up in Grand Junction, Colorado. She graduated from Mesa Junior College and taught school in Western Colorado. Mrs. Mather had a variety of occupations and ended her career as a social worker for the Texas Department of Welfare. She was active in the Magnolia Garden Club and Phythian Sisters. Mrs. Mather was a member of the First United Methodist Church in Crockett where she was the founding member of the Builder’s Class, past president of the Methodist Women and was active in the Young at Hearts Club. Art was a passion, beadwork, needlework, water colors, oils, etc. She traveled to Europe, Asia, Mexico, Canada and throughout the United States. Survivors include her daughter Linda Walker and husband James D., of New Orleans, La.; son Mike Mather and wife Jeanne, of Chickasha, Okla.; grandchildren Heidi Rice, Elizabeth Walker, Robert Dayton Mather and Jacquelyn Hutzell; great-grandchildren Sydney Walker, Lara Rice, John David Rice, Lana Rice and Dayton Mather; numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives. Preceded in death by heer husband Ralph Mather in January 2010. Funeral Services for Mrs. Eugenia (Jean) Pletka Mather were held Friday, July 15, 2011 at 4:00 p.m. in the First United Methodist Church in Crockett with the Rev. Earl Cantrelle officiating. Interment followed in the Evergreen Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the First United Methodist Church, P. O. Box 984, Crockett, Texas 75835. Condolences for Mrs. Mather may be left at online obituaries www.callawayallee.com. Callaway-Allee Funeral Home

DOROTHY LOU BEAVERS ENGLISH

Mrs. Dorothy Lou Beavers English, age 83, passed away on Saturday July 2, 2011 in Sherman, Texas. Mrs. English was born March 5, 1928 in Crockett, Texas. The only child of Dock and Mary Sue Beavers, Mrs. English was raised in the Shady Grove Community east of Crockett. She graduated from Crockett High School in 1945. After graduation, she worked with the United States Veterans program in Crockett and later worked for the First National Bank in Crockett until 1982. On August 18, 1946 she and Charles E. English were united in marriage which lasted over 63 years until his death on December 28, 2009. In 1982 Mrs. English was elected County Clerk of Houston County and was re-elected in 1986. In 1990 she retired from public service and relocated with her husband to Nacogdoches, Texas where they resided until his death. In 2010 she relocated to Sherman, Texas where she resided at the Renaissance Retirement Center until her death. Mrs. English was a member of the First Baptist Church of Nacogdoches, Texas and the Order of Eastern Star 509. She previously served as Worthy Matron of the Order of Eastern Star in both Lovelady and Crockett. Survivors include her sons Dr. Charles Keith English and wife Debbie, of Rockville, Md. and Dr. Ken English and wife Lauren, of Sherman; grandchildren Stacey English, Christina English and husband Christopher Smith, of Rockville, Md., Lance English, of College Station, Clay English, of Burlington, Vt. and Meredith Ladd and husband Craig, of Ardmore, Okla.; great-grandchildren Chandler, Collin, and Alec Ladd; brothers-in-law Homer L. English, of Crockett and Cecil Ray English and wife Carol, of Farmers Branch; nieces and nephews Jayne Hillhouse, of Lufkin and Donna Sue English, Michael English, and April English, of Farmers Branch. Preceded in death by her husband Charles E. English; and parents Dock and Mary Sue Beavers. Funeral Services for Mrs. Dorothy Lou Beavers English were held Tuesday, July 5, 2011 at 2:00 p.m. in the Callaway-Allee Memorial Chapel in Crockett. Interment will follow in the Evergreen Memorial Park in Crockett. Condolences for Mrs. English may be left at online obituaries www.callawayallee.com. Callaway-Allee Funeral Home

GEORGE TRENTON SNODGRASS

Mr. George Trenton Snodgrass, age 89 of Grapeland, passed away Sunday, July 3, 2011 at East Texas Medical Center in Tyler. Mr. Snodgrass was born July 4, 1921 in Hutchinson, KS., to Bert and Letha Snodgrass. He was one of four children. Mr. Snodgrass was an aviation mechanic and worked for Hyde Aviation and Metro Airlines. He was a member of the Grapeland Missionary Baptist Church. Mr. Snodgrass served in the Army Air Corp during WWII. Survivors include his two sons Trenton and Clifton; daughters-in-law Joey and Alana; three grandchildren Holly, Dana, and Terren; four great-grandchildren Sam, Lillie, Will and Lucy. Preceded in death by his wife of 55 years Faye Snodgrass in 2001. Funeral Services for Mr. George Trenton Snodgrass will be held Friday, July 8, 2011 at 10:00 a.m. at the Missionary Baptist Church in Grapeland with Pastor Albert Munsinger officiating. Interment will follow in Grapeland City Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Thomas Smallwood, Matt Micheletti, Jim French, Terren Snodgrass, Dale Fogle and Bob Jones. To view online, leave condolences or sign the guest book go to www.baileyandfosterfuneralhome.com Bailey&Foster Funeral Home

FLORENCE JEAN HUGHS

Mrs. Florence Jean Hughs, age 64 of Jacinto City, passed away from this life Wednesday, July 6, 2011. Mrs. Hughs was born May 5, 1947 in San Antonio, Texas to Lawrence Pickney Cudd and Dorothy M. (Mann) Cudd. She had retired in 2007 from Baker Hughes Tool after 10 plus years. Survivors include her husband of 34 years, Joe Don Hughs, Sr.; children Joe Hill and wife Andria, Julie Maldonado and husband Steve, Joe Don Hughs, Jr. and wife Debra, Travis Russell Hughs and wife Peggy, Christopher Cudd and wife Letty, Stacey Bryant and husband Gene, and Phyllis Taylor and husband Bobby; brothers and sisters Sissy Michael, Carol Davis, Larry Cudd, Shirley Hodges, Roger Cudd and Brian Cudd; numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, other family and dear friends. Preceded in death by her parents Lawrence Pickney Cudd and Dorothy M. (Mann) Cudd. Funeral Services for Mrs. Florence Jean Hughs was held Friday, July 8, 2011 at 11:00 a.m. at Carter Funeral Chapel. Interment followed at 4:30 p.m. in Evergreen Cemetery in Percilla. Go to www.carterfuneral-houston.com to leave online condolences. Carter Funeral Home

SAMMIE LOUISE STERNS

Mrs. Sammie Louise Sterns, age 84 of Crockett, passed away Wednesday, July 6, 2011 in the Whitehall Nursing Center in Crockett. Mrs. Sterns was born April 14, 1927 in Crockett, Texas and had lived in Crockett most of her lifetime. She was a retired bookkeeper and attended the Presbyterian Church. Survivors include her daughter-in-law Peggy Martin, of Houston; grandchildren Steven Leon Martin, of Katy, Paul Todd Martin, of Spring and Anthony Wayne Rutledge, of Houston; great-grandchildren Heather King, Kourtnie Shrader and Justin Poiencot, Leah Martin and Kenzee Martin; brother-in-law Jerry Fulenwider, of San Antonio; sisters-in-law Pat Sterns, of Willis and Frieda Thompson, of Colo.; numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives. Preceded in death by her husband Leon E. “Sonny” Sterns; son Michael L. Martin; parents Dave and Ethel Thompson; sisters and brothers-in-law Albertine Morgan and husband Herbert Morgan, Janie Hendricks and husband Rex Hendricks; and brother David Thompson, Jr. Funeral Services for Mrs. Sammie Louise Sterns were held Friday, July 8, 2011 at 10:00 a.m. in the Callaway-Allee Memorial Chapel with the Rev. Tom Spath officiating. Interment will follow in the Corinth Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the American Heart Association, P. O. Box 15186, Austin, Texas 78761. Condolences for Mrs. Sterns may be left at online obituaries www.callawayallee.com. Callaway-Allee Funeral Home

June 2011

MATTIE JEAN JONES DRISKELL

Mrs. Mattie Jean Jones Driskell, age 82. A native of Crockett, she was born on October 1, 1928 to S.H. (Pete) Jones and Esther Ellis Jones. At the death of of parents, she and her little sister, Nancy were raised and nurtured by their beloved grandmother, Mattie Burton Ellis. She graduated "Most Beautiful" from Crockett High School in 1945. In 1950 she married William H. Driskell and moved to Houston. Theirs was a long and happy marriage. They enjoyed their three children and were active in their lives. Mrs. Driskell enjoyed the 25 years she taught for The School For Little People at Memorial Drive United Methodist Church. She loved her church and could always be found in the latest Bible Study. A fourth generation Texan, she loved its history and was a voracious reader. She delighted in her three grandsons and read to each as they grew. Other pleasures included cooking and playing bridge. Survivors include her daughters Nancy Driskell, Susan Bowers and husband Greg; son William R. Driskell and wife Robyn; three grandsons Paul Bowers, Greg Bowers, and Blake Driskell; sister Nancy McCarty and her husband Bill; special cousin Lucy Bayne Skidmore; 5 nephews; and one niece. Preceded in death by her husband Bill of 60 years on May 11, 2011. Memorial Services for Mrs. Mattie Jean Jones Driskell was held Saturday, July 2, 2011 at 11:00 a.m. at Memorial Drive United Methodist Church. Contributions may be made to the Caring Forever Fund at Memorial Drive United Methodist Church.

BEATRICE LEHMAN TURNER

Mrs. Beatrice Lehman Turner, age 93, departed this life peacefully Saturday, June 25, 2011 in Crockett. Mrs. Turner was born September 21, 1917 in Cuero, Texas, the youngest child of William and Ernestine Lehman. In 1939, she met and married William Turner, who came to Cuero as a surveyor with Shell Oil Company. While her husband was in the Army and later working for Shell, Bea and Bill lived in numerous cities around the country. In 1946, their son, Jim, was born at an army base in Fort Lewis, Washington. A few years later, the young family moved to Crockett, where Bill joined his father in his construction business. Mrs. Turner worked beside her husband throughout his career. She was a bookkeeper in the family business, Turner Hardware & Construction. She spent many years working at Turner Hardware, taking on any task. Always the ready grandmother, she kept a baby crib in her office for her beloved John and Susan. She was an active member of First Baptist Church for over 50 years, volunteering in the church library and nursery, and teaching Sunday School. She played an integral part in Jim's political races, traveling around Texas to campaign for her son. She had enduring friendships with the women in her sewing club, a group that enjoyed each other's company for decades. Mrs. Turner and Bill were faithful Texas Aggie fans and regulars at Kyle Field home games. Mrs. Turner was committed to her family, was filled with pride in every accomplishment and was generous to them in countless ways. Her faith in God was evident throughout her life, as she prayed daily for those she loved and held dear. Her steadfast devotion and faithfulness will be long be remembered. Survivors include her son and daughter-in-law Jim Turner and wife Ginny, of Crockett and McLean, Va.; grandchildren John Turner and wife Jenia, of Dallas and Susan Turner Nold and husband Danny, of Austin; great-grandchildren William Turner and Philip Turner, of Dallas and Ginger Nold and Danny Nold, Jr., of Austin; sister-in-law Corine Collins, of Crockett; nieces and nephews Jeanie Kueker and husband Jack Warren, of San Antonio, Catherine Zilko and husband Fred, of Murrieta, Calif., Frances Baker and husband David, of Crockett, Carolyn Surles and husband Brady, of Durham, NC., Sandra Bash, of Cashiers, NC., Carrie Ballard and husband Travis, of Conroe, Rufus Turner and wife Elaine, of Pasadena, Calif. and Lottie Hollan and husband Neill, of Tilden; and many beloved great-nieces and nephews; dedicated and loving caregivers Fern Lufsey, Blanche Frazier, Tina Jones and Ellen Richardson; long-time and loyal employee Willie Anderson. Preceded in death by her husband of almost 69 years, William A. Turner; parents William and Ernestine Lehman; brothers William Lehman, Irvin Lehman and J. C. Lehman; sister Bernice Lehman Kleinecke; brothers and sisters-in-law Vera Lehman, Bernice Lehman, Willard Kleinecke, Rufus and Lillie Lee Turner, Billy and Carrie Lively, Alma Sevier, Denny Collins; and niece, Louise Sevier Lack. Funeral Services for Mrs. Beatrice Lehman Turner were held Monday, June 27, 2011 at 1:00 p.m. at the First Baptist Church of Crockett, with the Rev. Keeney Dickenson officiating. Interment followed in the Evergreen Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorials to the First Baptist Church, 801 East Goliad Avenue, Crockett, TX 75835, or the charity of choice. Condolences for Mrs. Turner may be left at online obituaries www.callawayallee.com. Callaway-Allee Funeral Home

TARZAH FAYE SMITH ROARK

Mrs. Tarzah Faye Smith Roark, age 87 of Kennard, passed away Thursday, June 30, 2011 at Winfield Nursing Home. Mrs. Roark was born in Groesbeck, Texas on January 12, 1924 to Sylvester Luther Smith and Annie Pearl Phillips Smith. Mrs. Roark was a homemaker all her life and loved nothing more than to do for her family and be around her children, brothers, sisters, and grandchildren. She was happiest when she was cooking Sunday dinners for the family. When her grandchildren were smaller she loved nothing more than for them to come and send the night or a few days. She would always help her husband in the vegetable garden and would do all the canning. Her fondest memories were when she was able to take vacations to Colorado in a converted school bus and fish. If you wanted to get her to talk, just ask her about her trips to Colorado. When you visited her, she always wanted to know what all the grandchildren or great-grandchildren were doing. The last few years of her life when she was in such pain and would get so anxious her son in law would come visit and read the bible with her or just visit for awhile. This would always make things easier for her to manage. She was fondly called Me Maw by her Grandchildren, Great-grandchildren. Survivors include her two children daughter Glenda Wheeler and son-in-law Cody Wheeler, of Kennard; son Glenn Roark and daughter-in-law Jeannie Roark, of Tyler; special exdaughter-in-law Russell Hyman Roark, of Tyler; grandchildren Dianna Lynn Hineman, Tricia Parker Stanley, Laura Bernice Wheeler, Delmar Roark, and Carla Roark; great-grandchildren Michael Roark, Gaela Furmer, Danielle Catoe, Kenneth Hineman, Dylan Folmar, Adian Hineman, Kaylie Wheeler, Courtney Morris, Savannah Morris and Sirena McMullen; great-grandson Casen Lane Wheeler Henley; one sister Juanita Wright, of San Antonio; two brother-in-laws George Roark and Curtis Roark and wife Theda of Houston; one sister-in-law Velma Thompson, of Ark.; and many nieces, nephews, and friends. Preceded in death by her husband Delmar Clovis “D C” Roark. Graveside Services for Mrs. Tarzah Faye Smith Roark were held Saturday, July 2, 2011 at 10:00 a.m. in the Ferguson Cemetery in Groesbeck with the Rev. Donald Herring officiating. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Diabetes Foundation, P. O. Box 2680, North Canton, Ohio 44720. Condolences for Mrs. Roark may be left at online obituaries www.callawayallee.com. Callaway-Allee Funeral Home

WILLIAM DANIEL JULIAN JR.

Former County Court at Law Judge and long time Houston County attorney, Mr. William Daniel Julian, Jr., passed away Thursday, June 16, 2011, three months shy of his 90th birthday. At the time of his death he was with his daughter, Betsy, in Dallas, but he was a permanent and life long resident of Crockett, Houston County Texas. Mr. Julian was the only son of Lois Millar Julian and William Daniel Julian, Sr. He was born in Denison, Texas on September 15, 1921, where his father, a graduate of the SMU School of Pharmacy, briefly worked prior to returning to his and his wife's native Houston County to raise their son and serve their community. Mr. Julian was a graduate of the 1939 class of Crockett High School. He attended Baylor University in Waco where he met the love of his life and his future wife, Madeline Drury Julian, who preceded him in death by 26 years. During his last year at Baylor Mr. Julian, along with a number of fellow classmates, graduated early to enlist to serve his country in WWII. Mr. Julian joined the U.S. Navy and left for Officer Candidate School Chicago, where he was commissioned. Just before shipping out he married his sweetheart, Madeline in Norfolk, Va., with only his mother and future mother in law in attendance from "home." Mr. Julian served in both the Europe and Pacific theaters. He participated in the D Day landing on Normandy beach as skipper of an LCT, and was awarded a Bronze Star. He was honorable discharged in 1945. After the war, the Julian's returned to Waco for Mr. Julian to attend law school. He was a member of the law school class which re-opened Baylor Law School after the war, and that close knit group remained lifelong friends. After law school, Mr. Julian returned to Crockett to practice law, and begin a long period of community activism and service. In March of 1948 just prior to graduation, their first child, Betsy, was born, followed by Dan III, born in Crockett in August of 1950. Earlier that year they had built their home on Redbud Lane (later Ave) which continued to be Mr. Julian's permanent residence until his death. As a young lawyer, he was an active member of the Jaycees which built the first public swimming pool in Crockett, at the Davy Crockett Memorial Park during the 1950s. Following in a long family tradition, he was a life-long member of the First Methodist Church, and served in many capacities in the church leadership, as well as serving as a teacher and mentor to young people in the Methodist Youth Fellowship during the 1960s. He was a life-long Democrat, and served for many years as the Chair of the Houston County Democratic Party, as well as participating in a number of local, state and national campaigns on behalf of progressive Democratic candidates. Mr. Julian was appointed the first County-Court-At-Law Judge for Houston County in 1975, where he was particularly interested in the using his position to help the youth of Houston County who came before him get back on the right track in their lives. From early on he and Madeline enjoyed traveling throughout Mexico, where they made many long term friends. During the last 7 years of their life together they also began making regular trips to England, often with their son Dan. After her death he lived for while in Mexico, studying Spanish and enjoying the people and culture of that wonderful country, as well as returning to England numerous times, sometimes joining Bruce Bennet and his son John for walking tours. He made his last trip to England when he was 80. Mr. Julian was diagnosed with Parkinson's Disease in late 2006, and spent the last five years of his life learning to deal with the loss of his ability to speak and write, which greatly frustrated him, being a smart man who enjoyed discussing and writing about ideas, politics, religion. However, he continued to read voraciously, and follow current affairs on CNN and other media outlets (Not FOX) until his last days. He was a great supporter of President Obama, and believed that he would prove to be one of our greatest presidents, but was strongly opposed to our military actions in the Middle East, having come to believe that war was an evil in which mankind could no longer afford to indulge. Mr. Julian's family roots in Houston County were deep, and many of his relatives made their mark on the community in which they lived and died. He was proud of that heritage and believed that he was truly blessed to be a part of it. Survivors include his daughter Betsy and husband Edward B. Cloutman, III, of Dallas; and grandson Edward B. Cloutman, IV and wife Hali Cloutman, of Dallas. Preceded in death by his wife Madeline Drury Julian; and son William Daniel Julian, III. Funeral Services for Mr. William Daniel Julian, Jr. were held Tuesday, June 21, 2011 at 11:00 a.m. in the First United Methodist Church in Crockett with Dr. Jerry House and Dr. Keith Jenkins officiating. Interment followed in the Evergreen Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the First United Methodist Church, P.O. Box 984, Crockett, Texas 75835. Condolences for Mr. Julian may be left at online obituaries www.callawayallee.com. Callaway-Allee Funeral Home

PAMELA CORINNE PRICE

Miss Pamela Corinne Price, age 61 of Houston, was born in Crockett, Texas on May 29, 1950 and passed away on Wednesday, June 15, 2011 in Pasadena, Texas in a Hospice facility. She attended Sam Rayburn High School in Pasadena and two years at San Jacinto College. She worked as a prison guard at the Jester Units for more than 21 years. She loved to go to Lovelady, Crockett and Grapeland to visit family. She was an old (black and white) movie buff and could tell you every personal thing about each actor and actress. Her favorite singer was George Strait. Miss Price loved her dogs and cat and also adored all animals. Anytime she saw a stray beside the road she would stop and pick it up and take it to a shelter. Once a baby bird fell from its nest and she carried it miles away to an animal rescue center. Her favorite food was Mexican but she loved eating salmon patties, fried okra, cabbage and cornbread dressing at Kelly's Restaurant with her mom and cousin. Survivors include her mother Mary Mayes, of Pasadena; father and stepmother Clifford and Gwen Price, of Crockett; brother and sister-in-law Rod and Debbie Price, of Spring Branch; brother Cole Mayes, of Thailand; two step-sisters Marie Davis and Yvonne Arnold; and two nieces Heather and Stacy Price, all of Houston. Graveside Funeral Services for Miss Pamela Corinne Price were at 10:00 a.m. Saturday, June 18, 2011 at Center Hill Cemetery near Lovelady Texas with Bro. Jamie Allee officiating. Condolences for Miss Price may be left at online obituaries www.callawayallee.com. Callaway-Allee Funeral Home

WILLARD BILL FORE

Mr. Willard Bill Fore, age 88, passed away Monday, June 20, 2011 in the Houston County Nursing Home. Mr. Fore was born January 22, 1923 in Port Arthur, Texas to Albert Black Fore and Mae Bell Singleton. He passed away Mr. Fore was a skilled carpenter and worked for William Turner Construction in Crockett before starting his own construction business. He was a sergeant in the United States Army and was stationed at Pearl Harbor, Hawaii, when the Japanese attacked on December 7, 1941. He met his wife Nora in Hawaii and had five children before returning to Texas. He had another son in Crockett. He resided in Crockett for 58 years. Mr. Fore loved farming and building things in his workshop at his farm in Crockett. For many years he raised cows and quail, tended bee hives, and gardened. He was a man of many talents. Survivors include his wife Nora, of Crockett; his daughter-in-law Randa Fore, of Crockett; son and daughter-in-law Raymond and Deidra Fore, of Lufkin; daughter Lorraine Conner, of Crockett; daughter and son-in-law Winona and Don Tullos, of Lovelady; daughter-in-law Clarice Fore, of Houston; son Robert Fore, of Crockett; eight grandchildren Tisha and Chad Fore, Dustin Fore, Carol Durkin, Rusty Conner, Jay Tullos, Shannon Tullos, and Adrianne Fore; 10 great-grandchildren Chloe and Cassie Fore, Diana Durkin, Elizabeth, Madelyn and Gracie Conner, Grant and Mattie Tullos, and Ethan and Colby Tullos; brother Dan Fore of Bryan; and many nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by his parents Albert Black Fore and Mae Bell Singleton; stepmother; brother; three sisters; sons John and Wayne Fore; and son-in-law Grover Conner. Memorial Services for Mr. Willard Bill Fore were held Saturday, June 25, 2011 at 3:00 p.m. in the Callaway-Allee Memorial Chapel. His body was cremated and his ashes will be spread at his farm. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Charity of your Choice. Condolences for Mr. Fore may be left at online obituaries www.callawayallee.com. Callaway-Allee Funeral Home

LEON "SONNY" STERNS

Mr. Leon “Sonny” Sterns, age 86 of Crockett, passed away Sunday, June 19, 2011 in the Whitehall Nursing Center. Mr. Sterns was born October 31, 1924 in Houston, Texas and had lived in Crockett most of his lifetime. He was a veteran of the U. S. Navy having served on the U. S. S. Saratoga during World War II. Mr. Sterns served on the Consolidated Water Board and was retired having worked for Proven Products in Houston. He was a member of the First Presbyterian Church. Survivors include his wife Sammie Louise Sterns, of Crockett; daughter-in-law Peggy Martin, of Houston; grandchildren Steven Leon Martin, of Katy, Paul Todd Martin, of Spring and Anthony Wayne Rutledge, of Houston; great-grandchildren Heather King, Kourtnie Shrader and Justin Poiencot, Leah Martin and Kenzee Martin; brother-in-law Jerry Fulenwider of San Antonio; sister-in-law Pat Sterns, of Willis; numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives. Preceded in death by his parents, Ezra and Sybil Sterns; sister Betty Fulenwider; brother Jerry Sterns; and son Michael L. Martin. Funeral Services for Mr. Leon “Sonny” Sterns were held Friday, June 24, 2011 at 10:00 a.m. in the Callaway-Allee Memorial Chapel. Interment followed in the Corinth Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Houston County Cancer Support Group, P. O. Box 172, Crockett, Texas 75835. Condolences for Mr. Sterns may be left at online obituaries www.callawayallee.com. Callaway-Allee Funeral Home

JUANITA MARIE HERRING

Mrs. Juanita Marie Herring, age 70 of Porter Springs, passed away, Sunday, June 19, 2011 at her residence. Mrs. Herring was born April 2, 1941 in Jefferson County and had been living the last 30 years in Porter Springs. Mrs. Herring had worked as a plant maintenance worker at a chemical plant. She loved square dancing, to travel and she loved her family. Survivors include her five children Donna McAdams and husband Glenn, of Riverside, Rolinda “Pumpkin” Jones and husband Bobby, of Pasadena, Robert “Bob” Herring, of Channelview, Rhonda “Lil Bit” Tietz, of Houston, Richard “Tater” Herring and wife Angela, of Eustace; 18 grandchildren Paul Herring, Victoria Lankford, Melodie Lankford, Sonny Lankford, Josie Collie, Joe Collie, Bethany Jones, Timothy Jones, Jared Jones, Mya Haley, Michael Hopkins, David Brown, Carrie Brown, Ryan Brown, Erik Tietz, Aaron Tietz, Olivia Herring and Lauren Herring; seven great-grandchildren Jayden Hansen, Savanna Carter, Ashton Ward, Katie Brown, Alex Brown, Pricilla Carter and Elizabeth Lankford; sisters Jolene Clark, of Freeport, Sue Pinkston, of Hutchison, Kan., Patty Land and husband Willie, of Porter Springs; brother Don Porter of Richmond; numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives. Funeral Services for Mrs. Juanita Marie Herring were held Saturday, June 25, 2011 at 11:00 a.m. in the Callaway-Allee Memorial Chapel. Interment followed in the Porter Springs Cemetery. Condolences for Mrs. Herring may be left at online obituaries www.callawayallee.com. Callaway-Allee Funeral Home

LAWANA MILLS (PEACHES) WILLIAMS

Ms. LaWana Mills (Peaches) Williams, age 53, passed away Friday, June 17, 2011. Ms. Williams was the first born daughter of Albert and Eva Jean Daniel Mills on November 30, 1957 in Crockett and her nicknamed was Peaches. She accepted Christ at an early age an was a member of Bethel C.M.E. Church. She was a graduate of Kennard High School Class of 1976. During her tenure she participated in basketball, student council and cheerleading. She was an office worker. Ms. Williams was also a student worker with the Kennard Kindergarten in the Little Red School House. She attended Henderson County Junior College and Angelina Junior College. She was employed by Lufkin Telephone Company and Texas Youth Commission in Crockett. Survivors include her two devoted LaQuita Renee Mills (William), of Crockett and Tiffany Nicole Williams (Tarance), of Nacogdoches; loving son Nicholas James Williams; four grandsons Yoshiro Daniel Parks of Crockett, Tarance (T.J.) Jr., Treon and Zakarius (Smurf) Swindle, all of Nacogdoches; parents Albert and Eva Jean Mills; two sisters Barbara Lamb (Donald), of Kennard and Cynthia Jones (John), of Lufkin; one brother Albert (Bubba) Mills Jr., of Kennard; nephew T'Erin Mills, of Kennard; niece Christina Jones, of Lufkin; great-nephew Tyrell Mills, of Kennard; a host of loving aunts, uncles, cousins and friends; extended family The Marshall Family and Mr. Robert Baylone, all of Beria and Laura Ross (R.L.), of Ratcliff. Preceded in death by her grandparents Edgar and Verline Mills and Calvin and Lorena Daniel. Funeral Services for Ms. LaWana Mills (Peaches) Williams were held Saturday, June 25, 2011 at 11:00 a.m. at Bethel CME Church, Tadmor Community with the Rev. C. L. Richard officiating. Interment followed in McKelvey Cemetery. Daniel Funeral Chapel

HAZEL L. BAILON

Mrs. Hazel L. Bailon, age 89, passed away Thursday, June 9, 2011 in Conroe. Mrs. Bailon was born November 7, 1921 in Lovelady. She had many interests and skillfully balanced them well. For over 25 years she had a successful career as a cosmetic buyer for a popular drugstore chain, was a great cook and homemaker, a sewing hobbyist, a travel enthusiast, a loyal church goer, and embraced a large circle of friends and family across two states. She had a wonderful way of making everyone feel special in her presence. But, most of all, she was a devoted wife, mother, and grandmother. Survivors include her three children residing in Texas, Roy G. West, Bill West and wife Barbara and Shirley Donohue and husband Jeff; three stepdaughters residing in Arizona, Alicia Bailon, Anna Hill and husband, David and Elena Wortman and husband Ron; one stepson Gilbert Bailon, of St. Louis, MO; plus 19 grandchildren; 23 great-grandchildren; and 1 great-great-grandchild. Preceded in death by her parents Carrie and Walter Andrews; all 12 of her brothers and sisters; former husband and father of her children Roy P. West; late husband Herky O. Bailon. Funeral Services for Mrs. Hazel L. Bailon were held Monday, June 13, 2011 at 12:30 p.m. at Cashner Funeral Home, 801 Teas Road, Conroe. Interment followed in Antioch Cemetery in Lovelady, the old family church/cemetery where she attended as a child. You are invited to leave written tributes and condolences for the family on our website at www.cashnerconroe.com. Cashner Funeral Home

EDITH KATHRYN BRADLEY RUSHING

Mrs. Edith Kathryn Bradley Rushing, age 90 of Crockett, passed away Friday, June 10, 2011 in the Houston County Nursing Home. Mrs. Rushing was born March 9, 1921 in Belzonia, Oklahoma (no longer on the map) and had been a resident of Houston County since 1942. Even though living in the depression years, she was determined to finish high school and graduated from Pasadena High School in 1940. She walked 3.5 miles to school in all kinds of weather and it did get cold in Oklahoma. After high school, Soper, a small town in Oklahoma started running a school bus to the grade school to pick up all the high school kids. She still walked 3.5 miles to catch the school bus. Times were hard then and the bus did not have any windows, only had a canvas flap. They let it down in the winter and rolled it up in the hot weather. They rode the bus 20 miles to school. When the depression hit in 1929, she said the last doll she got was in 1928. Christmas was a no-no. She said on Christmas, they would get an orange, apple, a little candy and a few nuts. No pretty Christmas Trees. There were four children in the Bradley family. She said she was 15 years old when she had her first Coke. Mrs. Rushing loved her family, her church and her flowers and also helped people who could not drive. She also loved to quilt and won numerous ribbons at the Houston County Youth Livestock Show. She married Norman Rushing while he was serving in the Army and was a housewife until 1956. They bought a little country store and operated it for about nine years. After her children finished school, she work at the Crockett State School 1971 where she retired in 1987 afterward working with her husband in the cattle business. Mrs. Rushing served a secretary-treasurer of the Parker Cemetery in the Jones School House Community from 1992 to 2007. Mrs. Rushing was a member of the Good Shepherd Fellowship. Survivors include her sons Mike Rushing, of North Zulch and Pat Rushing and wife Vickie, of Crockett; daughter Judy Jones, of Fairfield; eight grandchildren Rhonda and Khalil Khalil of Tarzana, all of Calif., Dwayne Rushing, of Houston, Clint Langham, of Latexo, Lisa Rushing, of Bryan, Alex and Crystal Jones, of Fairfield, Patty Roze, of Houston and Leslie Omelina and husband Jason, of Crockett; step-grandchildren Maricia, Matthew and Mallorie Ferrell, of North Zulch; 11 great-grandchildren; brother Sam Bradley and wife Mildred, of Carlsbad, NM; sister-in-law Lena Belle Gallant, of Waco; also by numerous nieces and nephews; and a very special friend Irene Musgrove. Preceded in death by her husband Norman Rushing in 1997; daughter Sandra Rushing Langham in 1992; granddaughter Kelly Rushing in 1979, son Ronnie Rushing in 2006; brother Leo Bradley in 2002; and parents Tom and Tressie Bradley. Funeral Services for Mrs. Edith Bradley Rushing were held Monday, June 13, 2011 at 2:00 p.m. in the Good Shepherd Fellowship with the Rev. Ottis Byers officiating. Interment followed in the Parker Cemetery in the Jones School House Community. Online condolences for Mrs. Rushing may be made at www.callawayallee.com Callaway-Allee Funeral Home

EVELYN ANNETTE SCOTT MEEKS

Mrs. Evelyn Annette Scott Meeks, age 76, passed quietly Thursday, June 9, 2011, in Fort Worth. Mrs. Meeks was born August 12, 1934, in Crockett to Will and Joe Ella Scott. She attended elementary, middle and high school in Kennard. At the age of 14 she left Crockett to attend college at Huston-Tillotson University in Austin. Mrs. Meeks attained a bachelor's degree majoring in elementary education. She pledged Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority. In 2009, she was honored as the Outstanding HTU Alumni. At the age of 18 she moved to Fort Worth. She continued her education by attaining a master's degree in education from Prairie View A&M University and supervisory certification from Texas Woman's University. She worked for 42 years in the Fort Worth Independent School District. She was proud to work at Como Junior High and Morningside Middle School for most of her career. She served through the years as a social studies teacher, magnet coordinator, and director for the Pre-International Bacculaureate Program at Morningside Middle School. Until her death, she was an active member of the Fort Worth Retired School Employees Association. In 1964 She, married John Meeks. They have one daughter, Jacquelynn Meeks. She loved her family both near and far and the many friends who are like family. She had amazing talents for the caring and mentoring of others and bringing fun and laughter into any situation. She was a member of Jack and Jill of America, Inc. and served on the board of the Fort Worth Zoo for many years. She also volunteered at Jubilee Theatre since its beginnings. For most of her adult life she was a member of St. Simon of Cyrene Episcopal Church and in the recent years of St. Christopher Episcopal Church. She loved to travel and in addition to travel throughout the United States, she enjoyed trips to Japan, Taiwan, India, Brazil, Mexico, and Canada. Special thanks to the doctors, care providers and staff at Texas Oncology, Harris Methodist Hospital Palliative Care Unit and Universal Health Services. Survivors include her husband John Meeks; daughter Jacquelynn Meeks; brother Oberian Lee Sr.; mother-in-law Venora Meeks; sister-in-law Veronica Meeks; she will be missed by nieces and nephews she loved so dearly Lynell Boston, Eugene Lee, JoAnn Lee, Oberian Lee Jr., Nannette Bryant, Paula Kaye Smith, Janice Baker Offutt and James N.C. Baker; beloved grandson Cameron Lee; in-laws, family, and friends too numerous to mention who benefited from her love and affection. Celebration of life for Mrs. Evelyn Annette Scott Meeks will be held Thursday, June 16, 2011 at Noon at St. Christopher Episcopal Church, 3550 SW Loop 820. Memorials at Mrs. Meeks request, instead of flowers, please make donations in her memory to one of three organizations she was passionate about: St. Christopher Episcopal Church, 3500 SW Loop 820 Fort Worth, Texas 76133; Huston-Tillotson University, attention: LaJuana Napier, 900 Chicon St., Austin, Texas 78702; or Susan G. Komen for the Cure , Greater Fort Worth Affiliate, Box 101328, Fort Worth, Texas 76105. Baker Funeral Home

KATHY SPERRY HOLIK

Mrs. Kathy Sperry Holik, age 63, passed away Wednesday, June 15, 2011. Mrs. Holik was born to Dr. John J. and Harriett Sperry in Bryan, Texas on June 29, 1947. She grew up in College Station, graduating from high school there in 1965. She attended the University of Texas at Austin and later transferred to Texas A&M University and only lacked 12 hours graduating from A&M. She lived in College Station until 2004 when she moved to Augusta. She moved to Crockett in 2006. She was a polio survivor, having had bulbar polio in 1950 and having been in an iron lung at Children's Medical Center in Waco. During her life she had a varied experience in the workforce, including working for the College Station Independent School District in various capacities and working in home health as a sitter and caregiver. She was a life time member of the A&M Methodist church and was an active Girl Scout. Mrs. Holik loved her family, especially her great nieces and nephews, loved wildflowers, and loved her pets. Survivors include her sisters Dr. Pam Zwingman and husband Bob, of Walnut, Calif., and Jeanne McLeod and husband James, of Augusta; brothers John Sperry and wife Betty, of Spring, Dr. Fred Sperry and wife Sharon, of Omaha and Bill Sperry and wife Anne, of Greenville, NC.; 13 nieces and nephews; and 13 great-nieces and great-nephews. Preceded in death by her father and mother John and Harriett Sperry; and her husband, Al Holik. Funeral Services for Mrs. Kathy Sperry Holik were held Saturday, June 18, 2011 at 4:00 p.m. at the Callaway-Allee Memorial Chapel with Dr. Keith Jenkins officiating. Interment followed in the Augusta Cemetery. Condolences for Mrs. Holik may be left at online obituaries www.callawayallee.com. Callaway-Allee Funeral Home

DEMA LEA POUNDERS

Mrs. Dema Lea Pounders, age 81 of Crockett passed away Saturday, June 4, 2011 in a Crockett Nursing facility. Mrs. Pounders was born May 10, 1920 in Trinity County, Texas, the daughter of the late Sibbie (Kendrick) and Lee Adel Sullivan. She was raised on her parent's farm with her two brothers. She married Loyd Pounders in 1949 and gave birth to her only son Dan in 1950. Mrs. Pounders devoted her life to Jehovah and her only child. Her joy was increased each time a grandchild was born. She loved her 3 grandchildren dearly. She was a loving wife for 36 years. She was one of Jehovah's Witnesses and was devoted to her Faith. She is now awaiting the resurrection. She was loved and will be missed by all who knew her. Rest in Peace. Survivors include her son and daughter-in-law Dan and Terry Pounders, of Crockett; grandsons Edward Pounders and Ray Pounders; granddaughter Amy Pounders; nieces Rebecca Sullivan and Barbara Fry. Preceded in death by her parents Lee Adel and Sibbie Ann Sullivan; and two brothers Milved and Glenn Sullivan. Memorial Services for Mrs. Pounders will be held Friday, June 10, 2011 at 2:00 p.m. at Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses in Crockett with Bro. Frank Spencer officiating. Oakley-Metcalf Funeral Home

SHIRLEY ANN (COURT) STARNES

Mrs. Shirley Ann (Court) Starnes, age 76 of Percilla, Texas, passed away Friday, June 3, 2011. Mrs. Starnes was the youngest of 2 children, born in Childress, Texas on March 18, 1935 to Dick and Rae Court. At the age of 6, her family moved to Salinas, California where Shirley attended high school and met her husband, Eugene Franklin Starnes of Ralls, Texas. They were married in June of 1951 and later moved to San Jose, California for some time and in 1977l, they moved to Albany, Oregon. They lived there for 18 years before finally landing in Percilla, Texas in 1993. Mrs. Starnes worked as a stay at home mother as well as stables operator of G & S Stables in Albany for many years. She maintained horses along with barn duties and regular upkeep. She also was a regular spectator of the Monday night team penning group at the Linn County Barn. She will forever be loved and remembered for her unconditional love for her family and friends, along with the cherished memories we shared with her. Survivors include her husband Eugene Starnes; children Mike Starnes, of North Pole, AK. and Dixie Martin, of Albany, Ore.; grandchildren Mickenzie Ordeman, Shelby Draper, Morgan Starnes, Dillon Starnes and Devon Starnes; great-grandchildren Jackson and Peyton Ordeman. Memorial Services for Mrs. Shirley Ann (Court) Starnes was held Tuesday, June 7, 2011 at 7:00 p.m. at the Percilla Community Church with the Rev. Kenny Bush officiating. Condolences for Mrs. Starnes may be left at online obituaries www.callawayallee.com. Callaway-Allee Funeral Home

OLLIE ANN BRADBERRY

Mrs. Ollie Ann Bradberry, age 70 of Holly, passed away Wednesday, June 8, 2011 in the Methodist Hospital in Houston. Mrs. Bradberry was born March 28, 1941 in Port Arthur, Texas and had lived in Holly most of her lifetime. Mrs. Bradberry had retired from Wal-Mart after 30 years of service having worked as a cashier and was a member of the Harvest Church. She enjoyed sewing, cooking, reading, computers, loved her grandchildren and her rose bushes. Mrs. Bradberry’s motto while fighting cancer was, “I Can Do It!” Survivors include her daughter Nyoka Bradberry, of Holly; sons John Bradberry and Jody Bradberry and wife Joy, all of Holly; grandchildren Guretta Gray and husband Jacob, of Riverside, Holly Christine Bradberry, of Holly, Cody Walker Bradberry and wife Kori, of Trinity; great-grandchildren Isabella Rose Bradberry, Hailey Mae Bradberry, Xylia Annabelle Gray and Keith Allen Golden “Bubba” III; sister Dolly Ballard, of Holly; brother Thomas Lafayette Hammond and wife Debbie, of Pasadena; numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives. Preceded in death by her husband Ralph Junior “Buddy” Bradberry; and parents Lafayette and Ruby Hammond. Funeral Services for Mrs. Ollie Ann Bradberry will be held Sunday, June 12, 2011 at 2:00 p.m. in the Harvest Church with the Rev. Dennis Ivey officiating. Interment will follow in the Holly Cemetery. Condolences for Mrs. Bradberry may be left at online obituaries www.callawayallee.com. Callaway-Allee Funeral Home

May 2011

LOVA DICKEY PRIDDY

Mrs. Lova Dickey Priddy, age 83 of Lockhart, Texas passed away peacefully Monday, May 23, 2011 in Austin. Mrs. Priddy was born September 29, 1927 in Slocum, Texas to Joseph and Elizabeth Dickey. She graduated from Crockett High School in 1946 and married James Priddy in Latexo, Texas in 1949. Survivors include her loving husband of 62 years, James (Jim), of Lockhart; daughter Ann and husband Allen Vargas, of Austin; son Joe Priddy and wife Linda, of Santa Maria, Calif.; sister Hila Sue and husband Wyman Wilkerson, of Lumberton, NC.; four grandchildren Adam, of Santa Barbara, Calif., Jared, of San Jose, Calif., Caleb, of Fresno, Calif. and Sarah and husband Tyler Sanders, of Scottsdale, Ariz.; nieces Jo Ann Butler Davis, and Grace Butler Rollins; nephews Dicky Gene Paul and Alan Fitch; cousins N.A. Dickey and Eloise Dickey Allen; and sister-in-law Anna Mae Dickey Hendrick. Preceded in death by her parents Joseph and Elizabeth Dickey; sisters Orlean and Weoda; brothers Burtis and Buddy. A Memorial Service for Mrs. Lova Dickey Priddy will be held Thursday, June 2, 2011 at 11:00 a.m at the First United Methodist Church in Lockhart. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be given to the American Legion Women’s Auxiliary, Unit 41 or First United Methodist Church in Lockhart. Eeds Funeral Home

JOE EARL MCKNIGHT

Mr. Joe Earl McKnight, age 66, answered the Master's call and departed this life Friday, May 20, 2011. Mr. McKnight was born September 15, 1944 in Crockett to the late Avie B. McKnight and Maine McKnight. He joined the Mt. Moriah Baptist Church at an early age. He graduated from William High School. Mr. McKnight drove trucks for about 40 years and he loved it dearly. Survivors include his loving wife of 47 years, Gladys McKnight; daughters Edith (Rickie) Ellis, Patricia McKnight, Bridgett (Ivan) Bradford, Sheryl (Renard) Bean, Barbara (Maurice) Hampton and Alexis McKnight; mother Maine McKnight; two brothers George McKnight and Nathaniel (Marilyn) McKnight, Sr.; one sister Emma (Reno) Moss; 15 grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; numerous cousins, nieces, nephews and other relatives. Preceded in death by his father Avie B. McKnight; and daughter Emma “Tina” Hamilton. Funeral Services for Mr. Joe Earl McKnight were held Saturday, May 28, 2011 at 11:00 a.m. at First Baptist Church in Crockett with the Reverend C.E. Easterling officiating. Interment followed in the Greater Mt. Moriah MBC Cemetery. Active Pallbearers were Archie Lee Benton, Terrell McKnight, Bobby Calhoun, Marvin Earl Mcknight, Lester Bryant and Lester Woods. Honorary Pallbearers were George McKnight, Nathaniel McKnight, Sr., Moss, Rickie Ellis, Ivan Bradford, Renard Bean and Delbert “Poncho” McKnight. J B Coleman

BEVERLY ANN NEITERMAYER

Mrs. Beverly Ann Neitermayer, age 66 of Crockett, passed away Sunday, May 29, 2011 in East Texas Medical Center-Tyler. Mrs. Neitermayer was born July 15, 1944 in Corpus Christi, Texas and was a resident of Crockett, previously living in Three Rivers. She was a housewife and had worked as the manager of the Crockett Inn. Mrs. Neitermayer was a member of the Westside Baptist Church in Crockett. Survivors include her husband Darrell Neitermayer, of Crockett; son Nathan K. Pascoe, of Pearland; daughter Melissa Hurd and husband Kevin, of Fort Collins, Colo.; step-son Michael Neitermayer, of Ringgold, Ga.; favorite niece Vonda Korbakes, of Tyler; sister Emma Lee Stevens, of Pleasanton, Colo.; brother Garvin O. Suggs, of George West; sister Geraldine Jones, of Alto; brother Olan Wayne Suggs, of Dayton; numerous nieces, nephews and relatives. Preceded in death by her parents Garland O. and Verna Mae Suggs; and brother William Wesley Suggs. Funeral Services for Mrs. Beverly Ann Neitermayer were held Friday, June 3, 2011 at 2:00 p.m. in the Callaway-Allee Memorial Chapel with the Rev. Steve Meadows officiating. Interment was held Saturday, June 4, 2011 at 2:00 p.m. in the Evergreen Cemetery in Odem, Texas. Condolences for Mrs. Neitermayer may be left at online obituaries www.callawayallee.com. Callaway-Allee Funeral Home

JOHN H. WATSON

Mr. John H. Watson, age 83 of Elkhart, passed away Thursday, June 2, 2011, in the Palestine Regional Hospital. Mr. Watson was born September 4, 1927 in Rector, Arkansas and had lived in Elkhart for the past 4 years, previously living in Crockett. Mr. Watson was a retired Senior Master Sergeant of the United States Air Force having served during World War II. Mr. Watson was a member of the Lothrop Masonic Lodge # 21 A. F. and A. M. and had served as past worshipful master in other Masonic lodges in Houston area. He was also retired having worked as an accountant and was a member of the First United Methodist Church in Grapeland. Survivors include his wife of 22 years, Linda Stowe Watson, of Elkhart; sons Tony Watson and wife Marilyn, of Medina, Johnny N. Watson and wife Linda, of White Bear Lake, Minn., Christopher Watson and wife Cindy, of Anoka, Minn. and Mark Watson and wife Maria, of Houston; children’s mother Neita V. Collins, of Medina; step-children Rene Albert “Beau” Brown, Jr., of Baytown and Teresa L. Brown, of Spring; 16 grandchildren; 24 great-grandchildren; numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives. Graveside Funeral Services for Mr. John H. Watson were held Saturday, June 4, 2011 at 10:30 a.m. in the San Pedro Cemetery with the Rev. Bill Denham officiating. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society, 212 Gene Samford Dr., Lufkin, Tx. 75904 or St. Jude’s Hospital Children’s Research Hospital, 501 St Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105. Condolences for Mr. Watson may be left at online obituaries www.callawayallee.com. Callaway-Allee Funeral Home

JACKIE BICKHAM

Mrs. Jackie Bickham, age 81 of Crockett, passed away Friday, May 20, 2011 in the M D Anderson Cancer Center in Houston. Mrs. Bickham was born March 21, 1930 in Collins, Mississippi and had been living in Crockett since 1970. Mrs. Bickham received her Bachelor’s degree from Mississippi Southern University and Master’s degree from Sam Houston State University. She was a teacher having taught in Vidor, Mauriceville, Tomball, Centerville, Navasota, Grapeland, Crockett and retired from Lovelady I. S. D. Mrs. Bickham really enjoyed teaching special needs children and was a member of the Shady Grove First Baptist Church. Survivors include her husband John Bickham, of Crockett; sons John Calvin Bickham III, of Crockett and Mark Gawain Bickham and wife Catherine, of Livingston; daughter Debra Colleen Bickham Burgin and husband John, of Starks, La.; grandchildren Anthony Bickham, of Tyler, Amy Bickham Offutt and husband Brandon, of Austin and Jerrod Cole Bickham, of Livingston; sisters Rhoda Ann Cole Yawn, of Danville Ark., Jon Doris Cole Alley and husband Jack, of Burnsville, N C; brother Carl Herman Cole and wife Elaine, of Collins, Miss.; numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives. Preceded in death by her parents Jessie Robert Cole and Dilla Elizabeth Rawls Cole; sisters and brothers Lena Cole Allen, S. D. Cole, Cordie Cole D’Amico, Edna Earl Cole Boyce and Hulon Cole. Funeral Services for Mrs. Jackie Bickham were held Monday, May 23, 2011 at 10:00 a.m. in the Shady Grove First Baptist Church with the Rev. Lowery officiating. Graveside Services followed at 2:30 p.m. in the Deweyville Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society, 212 Gene Samford Drive, Lufkin, Texas 75904. Condolences for Mrs. Bickham may be left at online obituaries www.callawayallee.com. Callaway-Allee Funeral Home

KERRY RAE DOWDY

Mrs. Kerry Rae Dowdy, age 48 of Crockett, passed away May 23, 2011 at her residence. Mrs. Dowdy was born May 3, 1963 in Webb City, Missouri and had been living in Crockett for the past 12 years. Mrs. Dowdy had worked for the Resale Shop in Crockett. Survivors include her husband Stacey Dowdy, of Crockett; daughter Amanda Lee and Shane Smith, of Lufkin; sons Adam Lee and wife Kandace, of Crockett and Clinton Lee and wife Rachel, of Bay City; parents Garry and Doris McDaniel, of Carl Junction, MO; brothers Michael McDaniel, of Carl Junction, MO, Bradley McDaniel and wife Alisha, of Joplin, MO and Christopher McDaniel and wife Shannon, of Carl Junction, MO; grandchildren Dalton, Summer, Alexis, Emily, Andrew, Brice and Skyler, Payden, Carrigan, Kaylyn, Elija and Silas; step-children Jason Dowdy, of Pecos and Jessica McCommas, of Ark.. Funeral Services for Mrs. Kerry Rae Dowdy were held Thursday, May 26, 2011 at 2:00 p.m. in the Callaway-Allee Memorial Chapel with the Rev. Steve Meadows officiating. Interment followed in the Mt. Vernon Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society, 212 Gene Samford Drive, Lufkin, Texas 75904. Condolences for Mrs. Dowdy may be left at online obituaries www.callawayallee.com. Callaway-Allee Funeral Home

MARIE BEAVERS

Mrs. Marie Beavers, age 91 of Crockett, passed away Monday, May 23, 2011 in the East Texas Medical Center-Crockett. Mrs. Beavers was born November 10, 1919 in Houston County, Texas and had been living in Crockett for many years. She was retired from the University of Houston Bookstore having worked 15 years. Mrs. Beavers was a member of the Central Baptist Church of Crockett. Survivors include her sons Jerry Beavers and wife Karen and Larry Beavers, all of Crockett; numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren; numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives. Preceded in death by her husband Lonnie Beavers; son Wayne Beavers; parents Zeb S. and Audrey (Allbright) Huntsman; brothers Nolan Huntsman and Gary Huntsman; and sisters Ruth Driskell and Bertha Huntsman. Memorial Services for Mrs. Marie Beavers will be held Monday, May 30, 2011 at 10:30 a.m. in the Callaway-Allee Memorial Chapel with the Rev. John Goss officiating. Condolences for Mrs. Beavers may be left at online obituaries www.callawayallee.com. Callaway-Allee Funeral Home

WILLIAM H. DRISKELL

Mr. William H. Driskell, age 87, passed away peacefully Wednesday, May 11, 2011 in Boerne. Mr. Driskell the youngest of seven children was born September 9, 1923 in Crockett to Willie McDaniel and James David Driskell. A great-great-nephew of General Ben McCulloch, He enjoyed studying Texas and Civil War history. He was a charter member of Hood’s Texas Brigade Association. Mr. Driskell was a long time member of Memorial Drive United Methodist Church. He served his country in the Navy during WWII. During his business career in Houston, He was widely known for his reputation of unfailing integrity, whether it be in banking or sales. He was a true gentleman. “He has shown you, O mortal, what is good. And what does the Lord require of you? To act justly and to love mercy and to walk humbly with your God.” Micah 6:8. Survivors include his loving wife of 60 happy years, Mattie Jean; devoted children Nancy Driskell, Susan Driskell Bowers and husband Greg, William Ralph Driskell and wife Robyn; grandsons Paul Thomas Bowers, William Gregory Bowers and William Blake Driskell; sister-in-law and brother-in-law, Nancy and Bill McCarty; and five nephews and one niece. A Memorial Service for Mr. William H. Driskell will be held Saturday, June 4, 2011 at 10:00 a.m. at Memorial Drive United Methodist Church, 12955 Memorial Drive, Houston, Texas. Memorials in Mr. Driskell’s memory may be given to the Caring Forever Fund of Memorial Drive United Methodist Church.

REBECCA PETERSON KNOWLS

Mrs. Rebecca Peterson Knowls, age 67 of Crockett, passed away Saturday, May 14, 2011 in the Clear Lake Regional Medical Center. Mrs. Knowls was born September 18, 1943 in Crockett, Texas and had lived in Crockett since 1996. Mrs. Knowls was retired having worked as a loan office for a mortgage company and banks. She was a member of the Calvary Baptist Church in Crockett. For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life. John 3:16 Survivors include her daughter Audrey Graham and husband David, of Alvin; grandson Brian Graham, of Alvin; step-son Gary Knowls and wife Tess, of Lake Conroe; brother Pete Peterson and wife Jan, of Lufkin; numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives; foster children Dustin and Donavan Tomlinson, of Houston. Preceded in death by her husband Allen Knowls in 2009; and parents Eugene and Reba Peterson. Funeral Services for Mrs. Rebecca Peterson Knowls were held Tuesday, May 17, 2011 at 2:00 p.m. in the Callaway-Allee Memorial Chapel with the Rev. Larry Womack officiating. Interment followed in the Evergreen Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the St. Jude’s Hospital. Condolences for Mrs. Knowls may be left at online obituaries www.callawayallee.com. Callaway-Allee Funeral Home

RENEE Y. MILLER

Mrs. Renee Y. Miller, age 53 of Port St. Lucie, Florida, passed away suddenly, Tuesday, April 26, 2011 in Crockett. Mrs. Miller was born in Fort Smith, Arkansas. She had been a resident of Port St. Lucie, Florida for the past six years previously Coventry, Connecticut. Survivors include her husband Rodney Miller, of Port St. Lucie, Fla.; loving mother Lorette Cloutier, of Port St. Lucie, Fla.; one son Stephen Kuchenberg, of Abrams, Wis.; sisters Michele Cloutier, of San Francisco, Calif.; Danielle Cloutier, of Sylva, NC; Monique Cloutier, of Bristol, Conn.; Katie Doyle, of Port St. Lucie, Fla.; one niece; and one nephew. Preceded in death by her loving father Rodolphe Cloutier. A Memorial Service was held Monday, May 2, 2011 at 6:00 p.m. at Veterans Park at Rivergate, 2200 SE Veterans Memorial Parkway, Port St. Lucie, FL. Contributions may be made to Dogs & Cats Forever, 9550 Carlton Road, Port St. Lucie, FL 34987, tel # (772)489-5454. Forest Hills Funeral Home

EURA GRACE BOWDOIN BROWN

Mrs. Eura Grace Bowdoin Brown, age 91 of Crockett, passed away Sunday, May 15, 2011 in the Winfield Nursing Center in Crockett. Mrs. Brown was born July 13, 1919 in Porter Springs, Texas and had lived most of her lifetime in Crockett. She was a loving wife, mother and grandmother. Mrs. Brown was a charter member of the Monticello Baptist Church. She was a housewife and enjoyed working in her yard and garden. Survivors include her children Norvle Brown, of Crockett, Michael Brown and wife Rhonda, of Porter Springs, Elnora Allen and husband Oscar and Troy Brown, all of Austonio; grandchildren Kim Brown Byrd, of Concord, Jeffrey Brown, of Crockett, Jennifer House and husband Cris, of Silsbee, Charles Brown, of Porter Springs, Kristin Jousan and husband Mark, of Center, Lisa McCarty and husband John, of Missouri, Oscar Earl Allen and wife Sandra, of Porter Springs, Michael Dale Allen, of Austonio and Troy “Bubba” Brown and wife Melanie, of Centerville; numerous great-grandchildren; Numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives. Preceded in death by her husband of 60+years, L. N. “Jack” Brown in 2000; parents Charles William and Belle (McRae) Bowdoin; and by her brothers and sisters. Funeral Services for Mrs. Eura Grace Bowdoin Brown were held Tuesday, May 17, 2011 at 11:00 a.m. in the Callaway-Allee Memorial Chapel with the Rev. Ottis Byers officiating. Interment followed in the Porter Springs Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Good Shepherd Fellowship Church. Callaway-Allee Funeral Home

IVA BELLE SMITH ENOS

Mrs. Iva Belle Smith Enos, age 99 years, 8 months, and 3 days, of Crockett, passed away Friday, May 13, 2011 in Crockett. She was a loving mother, grandmother and friend. She was born to Eugene Burton Smith and Prince Anna Dorsey Smith in Geneva, Texas, she had a unique birthday of 9-10-11 Growing up in Sabine County in far East Texas, she received her high school education graduating in the eleven years required at that time. Raising three girls from her 1st marriage during the depression years, she worked in a library and as a salesclerk in the Star Store in Beaumont, Texas. Meeting her husband of 41 years, Curtis Reason Enos, Sr., during the years of World War II, they married in 1946. The family moved to Houston County and settled in the Tadmor Community. Her step-son joined the three daughters in the family. Curtis and Iva Belle then had two children, a daughter in 1947 and a son in 1948. The family moved to Crockett in 1949 where she raised her family with Curtis Sr. until his death in 1987. She lived in her home until her recent illness. She loved her flower gardens and was tending her rose bushes as recently as last month. She was a wonderful quilt maker and a great cook. She loved for her extensive family to visit her and just talk. Her longevity can be attributed to her faith in God and her ability to find a purpose for each day. She was a member of First Baptist Church in Crockett for 62 years. Her strength, courage and independence were an inspiration to her family. Survivors include her five children Lyz Leva, of Austin, Pat Crisp, of Conroe, Sue Enos Edmiston, of Crockett, James Enos, of Angleton and Curtis Enos, Jr., of Crockett; 15 grandchildren Ron Nolan, Chuck Leva, Jenice Williamson, Gary Janssen, Allison Sperling, Kelly Doyle, Parker Edmiston, Lorin Edmiston Welsh, Julie Enos, Lisa Enos Blaha, Patrick Enos, Mike Enos, Jennifer Enos Gribble and Christopher Enos; 18 great-grandchildren; five great-great-grandchildren; brother Hugh Love Smith and wife Era Mae, of Boerne; sister-in-law Annie Lee Enos Patton, of Kennard; wonderful caregivers Lenora Adams, Lynda Warfield and Dorothy Jackson. Preceded in death by her husband of 41 years of marriage, Curtis R. Enos, Sr. in 1987; daughter Juanice Nolan and son-in-law Sam Nolan; parents Eugene Burton Smith and Prince Anna Dorsey Smith; seven brothers;one infant brother; and two sisters. Funeral Services for Mrs. Iva Belle Smith Enos were held Sunday, May 15, 2011 at 2:30 p.m. in the Callaway-Allee Memorial Chapel with the Rev. Reggie Gregory and the Rev. Tom Spath officiating. Interment followed in the Evergreen Cemetery. Pallbearers were Charles Gene Johnson, Walter Enos, Chria Von Doenhoff, Jack Patton, A.C. Rains, Jimmy Dawson and Louis Cook. Honorary Pallbearers were Ron Nolan, Mike Nolan, Gary Janssen, Chuck Leva, Parker Edmiston, Patrick Enos, Mike Enos, Christopher Enos, Mark Gribble and Chris Welsh. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Monroe-Crook House, P.O. Box 1251, Crockett, Texas 75835 or the First Baptist Church Library Fund Crockett, Texas. Condolences for Mrs. Enos can be left at online obituaries www.callawayallee.com. Callaway-Allee Funeral Home

ARTHUR RANDOLPH CUPP

Mr. Arthur Randolph Cupp, age 67 of Centerville, passed away with his two beloved daughters holding his hand Tuesday, May 10, 2011 in The Woodlands. Mr. Cupp was born September 23, 1943 in Houston, Texas to Clifton and May Cupp. He served in the United States Army and had lived in Houston before moving to Centerville about 20 years ago. Mr. Cupp worked as a licensed electrician and could often be found at the Woody's Shell Stations #1 and #2 doing handy work and delivering ice. Before his health failed him, Mr. Cupp enjoyed fishing and hunting and hosting get-togethers for his family. Survivors include his daughters Tressa Howe and Kenneth Lee and Renaye Hanson, all of Magnolia; step-daughters Cynthia Putman, of Midway and Brenda Engle, of Little Rock, Ark.; brother John Cupp and wife Wanda, of Lovelady; three sisters Ila Dale Bailey and husband Gene, of Houston, Ann Francho, of San Antonio and Bobbie Barker and husband Arthur, of Austin; and two granddaughters Jennifer Moquin, of Little Rock, Ark. and Ashley Moquin of Magnolia. Preceded in death by his parents Clifton and May Cupp; step-father W. A. Stone; and brother-in-law Henry Francho. Funeral Services for Mr. Arthur Randolph Cupp were held Monday, May 16, 2011 at 2:00 p.m. at the Walters Funeral Home in Centerville. Interment with memorial honors presented by the United States Army followed in the Holly Cemetery near Lovelady. Pallbearers were Gene Bailey, Kenneth Lee, John Cupp, David Pruitt, Mike Patton and Hollis Marlow. Honorary Pallbearer was Charles Teese. Condolences for Mr. Cupp or to sign the online memorial guestbook and view a video memorial tribute www.waltersfuneralhome.com Walters Funeral Home

RENE HELEN PRAGER

Ms. Rene Helen Prager, age 37, passed away this morning Friday, May 13, 2011 in Grapeland. Ms. Prager was born April 2, 1974 in Alpine, Texas to June Prager and Harry Prager. She graduated at Cushing High School and was a star basketball player. Ms. Prager was gifted in making people laugh as well as showing compassion for all. She had a warm heart and a bright smile for everyone always interested in those less fortunate. Her dream was to raise her daughter Jessi to love the Lord, praise his excellence, and express her God-given qualities. She also hoped one day to go into nursing or counseling to help others. She was also known for her gifted talent with horses breaking, training, and showing - and for her athletic skills as well. Rene had a strong spirit, a pure faith in God, and had been yearning for self-worth, peace and eternal happiness. Now she has it. Peace be with her, our loving Rene. She is loved and missed by all, but know that she is with God and can see Him as He is now. Survivors include her loving daughter Jessi Lynn Cunningham and Jessi's father Glenn Cunningham, both of Grapeland; parents June Prager, of NM and Harry Prager, of San Angelo; brother Roan Prager, of Crockett; sister Wendy Prager, of Albuquerque, NM; nieces and nephew Ariel and Ivan Velhasquez, of Albuquerque, NM and Haven Prager, of Crockett; aunt Helen Oiestad, of MT; uncle Allen Fausett, of Brownsville; and numerous other relatives and friends. Memorial Services for Ms. Rene Helen Prager was held Tuesday, May 17, 2011 at 2:30 p.m. at Good Shepherd Fellowship with the Rev. Ottis Byers officiating. Callaway-Allee Funeral Home

ANNA LOYCE HUGHES

Mrs. Anna Loyce Hughes, age 79 of Crockett, passed away Sunday, May 15, 2011 in the East Texas Medical Center-Crockett. Mrs. Hughes was born February 11, 1932 in Grapeland, Texas and had lived all of her lifetime in Crockett. Mrs. Hughes was a housewife and a member of the Union Chapel Baptist Church in Grapeland. Survivors include her son Bill Hughes and wife Sandra, of Crockett; daughter Anita Whitehead and husband Joel, of Blackfoot; grandchildren James Currie, of Fort Worth, Sonya Crawford, of Tennessee Colony, William Hughes, Jr. of Mo., Pam Morris, of Pinehurst, Diana Kimich, Stacy Watkins, both of Crockett, Stephanie Hughes and Christina Hughes, both of Mo.; numerous great-grandchildren; sisters Marie Smith, of Crockett and Debra McCormack and husband Michael, of Rusk; numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives. Preceded in death by her husband J. B. Hughes, Sr.; and sons Randy Lee Hughes and J. B. Hughes, Jr. Funeral Services for Mrs. Anna Loyce Hughes were held Friday, May 20, 2011 at 10:00 a.m. in the Callaway-Allee Memorial Chapel with the Rev. John Goss and Daniel Stone officiating. Interment followed in the Denson Cemetery. Condolences for Mrs. Hughes may be left at online obituaries www.callawayallee.com. Callaway-Allee Funeral Home

REBA BANTA SEWELL

Mrs. Reba Banta Sewall, age 95, passed away peacefully Sunday, May 15, 2011 at Prospect Park Living Center in Estes Park, Colorado. Mrs. Sewell was born in Medina, Texas on July 9, 1915 to Emma Mayfield Banta and Ernest John Banta. She was a member of the First United Methodist Church of Crockett, where she lived much of her life. She loved playing bridge, doing needlework and being with family. Mrs. Sewell created many beautiful pieces of crochet, counted cross-stitch and needlepoint, which will be passed down to her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Survivors include one daughter Sara Sewall Huth and husband Bill, of Estes Park, Colo.; two granddaughters Jenny Huth Hough of Frisco and Kimberly Ann Ziegler and husband Mike of Denver, Colo.; one grandson Kevin Sewall of Plano; she was expecting her first great-grandchild, a boy, in August, 2011; two nieces Patty (Jesse) Martinez, of Aransas Pass and Marjorie (Doug) Watkins of Medina. Preceded in death by her husband of 49 years, Albert Newton Sewall Sr.; one son Albert Newton (Bobby) Sewall Jr.; and brother Chester Banta. Graveside Services will be held Monday, May 30, 2011 at 4:00 p.m. at the Oak Rest Cemetery in Medina, Texas.

BOBBY SNELL

Mr. Bobby Snell, age 66 of Mapleton, passed away Wednesday, May 18, 2011. Mr. Snell was born July 28, 1944 in Houston County and had lived all of his lifetime in Houston County. Mr. Snell was a member of the Austonio Baptist Church, a farmer for all of his life, a long time basketball referee, Co-founder of Lovelady Little League, baseball coach, Austonio 4-H Leader, former Lovelady ISD School Board member, current Board Member of Consolidated Water Board, honorary Lovelady FFA member, first President of the Austonio Community Center, and a former member of the Austonio Volunteer Fire Department. Survivors include his wife Gloria Snell, of Mapleton; son Keith Snell and wife Sandy, of Snook; daughter Tonya Patton and husband Randy, of San Antonio; grandchildren Sylvia McCammon and husband Matt, of Southaven, Miss., Kelsey Patton, Kyler Patton, both of San Antonio, Whitney Snell, and T. J. Snell, both of Snook; mother Myrl Snell, of Crockett,; special father figure Jake Caprielian and wife Jill, of Crockett; sister-in-law Liz Snell, of Palestine; numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives and all of the 7J Family. Preceded in death by his father Charlie Snell; and two brothers. Funeral Services for Mr. Bobby Snell were held Saturday, May 21, 2011 at 10:00 a.m. in the Austonio Baptist Church with the Rev. Ottis Byers and the Rev. Harold Shirley officiating. Interment followed in the Mississippi Hill Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Austonio Baptist Church, 16832 FM 1280, Crockett, Texas 75835. Condolences for Mr. Snell may be left at online obituaries www.callawayallee.com. Callaway-Allee Funeral Home

FRANKIE ESTELLE WELCH CONNER

Mrs. Frankie Estelle Welch Conner, age 93 of Lufkin, went to be with the Lord Saturday, May 7, 2011. Mrs. Conner was born October 17, 1917 to Frank and Lottie Welch. She has been a wonderful daughter, wife, mother, sister, aunt, grandmother and great-grandmother. She loved being a homemaker, wife, mother and friend. When she lived near elderly people, she would always take them part of what she cooked that day. After she was widowed, she lived in Alaska for 2 years and Plattsburgh NY for 1 year. When she returned to Texas, she made many trips to Massachusetts and New Hampshire to visit her son and grandchildren. Her passion was taking care of her family, fishing and sewing. She always had her purse by the door and ready to go when friends or family came along. Survivors include her daughter LaVonne Conner Brant, of Huntington; son Charles Marcus Conner, of Los Angeles; sister Paulene Welch Martin, of Houston; grandchildren Darrell Bruce Brant, Kimberly Conner Daly and Eric Conner; several great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces, nephews and other family members. Preceded in death by her husband Charlie Lee Conner; grandson Shane Michael Conner; great-grandson Joshua Tyler Brant; brothers William Henry Welch, James Albert Welch and Lonnie Marcellus Welch; sister Christi Charlene Welch Davenport; nephews Frank Henry Welch and Eddy Wayne Davenport; and great-nephew Larry Eugene Welch, Jr. Graveside Funeral Services for Mrs. Frankie Estelle Welch Conner were held Tuesday, May 10, 2011 at 2:00 p.m. in the Conner Cemetery in Ratcliff, with Bro. Ronnie Frankens officiating. Oakley-Metcalf Funeral Home

GREGORY EUGENE CASPER

Mr. Gregory Eugene Casper, age 42, passed away Thursday, May 5, 2011 from this life into the arms of his Heavenly Father. Mr. Casper was a member of First Christian Church. He worked for Brookshire Bros. before he became disabled. Survivors include his mother Cecile Beltran; brother Scott D. Coplen, Sr.; nephew Scott D. Coplen, Jr.; nieces Meghan L. Casper, Stephanie Clakley, Katylyn Coplen and Kiley Coplen; uncles Ron E. Pierce, of Corpus, Christi and Lynn W. Pierce, of Seattle, Wash.; and numerous friends and his church family. Preceded in death by his two brothers Paul L. Casper and Michael R. Coplen; grandparents Mildred F. Pierce, Homer C. Pierce, Muriel Casper and Paul Casper. Memorial Services for Mr. Gregory Eugene Casper will be held at Saturday, May 14, 2011 at 2:00 p.m. at First Christian Church in Crockett. In Lieu of flowers, memorial contributions to the Gregory Casper Educational fund at First Christian Church would be apppreciated.

SHIRLEY ANN WELLS

Mrs. Shirley Ann Wells, age 75 of Lovelady, passed away Sunday, May 8, 2011 in the Cartmell Nursing Home in Palestine. Mrs. Wells was born August 6, 1935 in Lovelady, Texas and had lived all of her lifetime in Lovelady. She was a member of the Lovelady Church of Christ and had worked as a tax assessor for Lovelady Independent School District. Mrs. Wells enjoyed quilting, sewing reading and loved her grandchildren. Survivors include her daughter Lynne Erickson and husband Bubba, of Crockett; step-sons Kenneth Wells and wife Dianne, of Gulfport, Miss. and Fred Wells and wife Barbara, of Houston; step-daughter Dixie Ann Swearinger and husband Lee, of Victoria; grandchildren Glen Charbula, Kristian Johnson, Lisa Rainy, LeAnne Barfield, Aundie Gunnels and husband Jeff, John Erickson, Julie Erickson, Jason Sieler, Brandon Wells and Heather Wells; brother Roy Smith, of Lovelady; great-grandchildren Tanner Gunnels, Garrett Gunnels, Hayden Erickson , Cy Erickson and Jaxson Wells; numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives. Preceded in death by her husband of 53 years, W. R. “Pete” Wells; parents Burke and Leila (Click) Smith; and brother Jimmy Smith. Funeral Services for Mrs. Shirley Ann Wells were held Tuesday, May 10, 2011 at 2:00 p.m. in the Lovelady Church of Christ with Mr. Randy Jones officiating. Interment followed in the Lovelady Evergreen Cemetery. Condolences for Mrs. Wells may be left at online obituaries www.callawayallee.com. Callaway-Allee Funeral Home

BONNIE MINTER GREEN PAYNE

Mrs. Bonnie Minter Green Payne, age 71 of Crockett, passed away Saturday, May 7, 2011 at her residence. Mrs. Payne was born September 30, 1939 in Leon County, Texas and had lived in Crockett most of her lifetime. She was retired having worked as a secretary for Northland Cable and was a member of the San Pedro Baptist Church. Survivors include her son Tony Green, of Crockett; daughter Regina and Tim Boyd, of Centerville; grandchildren Cody Green, of Jacksonville, Fla., Chance Green, of Valdosta, Ga., Chelsea Low and fiancé Chase Freeman, of Latexo and Derek Low, of Nacogdoches; step-daughters Kathy Gehm and husband John, of Dallas, Vicki Sweet, of Bastrop and Dena Vallas and husband Wayne, of Irving; brother Ferrell Minter and wife Ann, of Latexo; numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives. Preceded in death by her husband Sherry Green; husband Ken Payne; parents L. E. Minter, Sr. and Mae Minter; brother L. E. Minter, Jr.; and sister Essie Ray. Funeral Services for Mrs. Bonnie Minter Green Payne were held Tuesday, May 10, 2011 at 11:00 a.m. in the Callaway – Allee Memorial Chapel with the Rev. Tommy Hutto officiating. Interment followed in the New Energy Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society, 212 Gene Samford Drive, Lufkin, Texas 75904. Condolences for Mrs. Payne may be left at online obituaries www.callawayallee.com. Callaway-Allee Funeral Home

THOMAS EDWARD (EDD) KENLEY

Mr. Thomas Edward (Edd) Kenley, of Crockett (formerly of Lufkin), passed away Saturday, May 7, 2011 at his home on the Kenley’s Mustang Prairie Ranch near Austonio. Mr. Kenley was born January 18, 1924 in Diboll, Texas to Sidney Walters Kenley and David Crockett Kenley. He moved from Diboll to Lufkin at age 12 into the bluebonnet house on East Shepherd Avenue. He graduated from Lufkin High School in 1941 and went to Texas A&M University for a year and a half, and at the beginning of World War II, Edd returned to Lufkin and in 1943 received his private pilot license, commercial pilot license and flight instructor license. Mr. Kenley loved flying and continued to be active as a pilot through the remainder of his life only having to give it up as his health subsided in his later years. He was a veteran of World War II, having served in the U.S. Navy. After his service to the Navy, he continued his education at the University of Texas at Austin and graduated with a BBA in 1949. Mr. Kenley returned to Lufkin and joined his father in the ranching business, a career that spanned for more than 70 years in areas of Angelina County, Trinity County, LaSalle County and most recently at Kenley’s Mustang Prairie Ranch in Houston County, where he was in partnership with his son, Clay Kenley. Mr. Kenley was a member of the Texas Southwestern Cattle Raisers Association, serving as a Director from 1958 until 1994, at which time he was elevated to Honorary Director and retained that title until his death. He was instrumental in assisting the state animal health to eradicate the screwworm in Texas during the 1960’s. He was a member of the Texas Forestry Association for more than 35 years. He was a member of the Texas Livestock Marketing Association, and was a member of The Round Table in Lufkin. He was a member of the First Christian Church of Lufkin. Survivors include his wife, Dorothy Kenley, of Crockett; sons Clay Kenley and wife Sharon Kenley, of Crockett and Steve Day and wife Terri Day, of Lufkin; daughter Debra Henderson and husband Chip Henderson, of San Antonio; sister Marie Shirey and husband Edward Shirey, of Cumberland, Md.; daughter-in-law Jill Carswell and husband Mike Carswell, of Lufkin; granddaughters Sidney Kenley, of Crockett, Kimberly Day and Stephanie Milligan and husband Kevin Milligan, of San Antonio, Karen Henderson and husband Brian Jensen, of Boulder, Colo., Becky Haire and husband, Devon Haire, of Dillon, Colo. and Leslie Ball and husband Kris Ball, of Lufkin; grandsons Casey Kenley and Travis Kenley, of Crockett, Philip Day and wife Jackie Day, of Garner, N C, Chris Day and wife Audrey Day, of Lufkin, Jonathan Day, of Dallas, Keith Henderson, of San Antonio, Matthew Henderson, of Boulder, Colo. and Patrick Day and wife Leslie Day, of Lufkin; and five great-grandchildren. Preceded in death by his parents Sidney Walters Kenley and David Crockett Kenley; son Alan Day; and a brother David Kenley. Funeral Services for Mr. Thomas Edward (Edd) Kenley were held Thursday, May 12, 2011 at 11:00 a.m. in the First Baptist Church in Crockett with the Rev. Mikey Osborne officiating. Interment followed at 3:00 p.m. in the Garden of Memories in Lufkin. Pallbearers will be (grandsons and grandsons-in-law) Casey Kenley, Travis Kenley, Philip Day, Chris Day, Jonathan Day, Patrick Day, Keith Henderson, Matthew Henderson, Kris Ball, Kevin Milligan, Devon Haire and Brian Jensen. Honorary Pallbearers will be Otto Brittain, James Donnell, Jerry Highnote, Bob Jumper, Ronnie LaRue, Don Lawrence, Lehn Leediker, Leroy Lott, Jesse Paul Lott, Archie McKnight, Raymond Moore, Zane Odom, Joe Taylor, Joe Bob Tullos. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to the Waters Edge Ministry, P.O. Box 1446, Crockett, TX 75835 or Hospice in the Pines, 116 South Raguet, Lufkin, TX 75904. Condolences for Mr. Kenley may be left at online obituaries www.callawayallee.com. Callaway-Allee Funeral Home

DOYLE GENE WHITFIELD

Mr. Doyle Gene Whitfield, age 60 of Grapeland, beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle and friend passed away, Monday 9, 2011 at home. Mr. Whitfield was born August 3, 1950 in Carlsbad, New Mexico. He was the son of Elter Elvis and Jeanie Tucker Whitfield, and is the grandson-in-law of the late Martin and Mary Thompson of the Friday community. Survivors include his loving wife Jackie; two beloved sons Martin and wife Traci and Dwight and wife Kerri; grandchildren Becky, Sarah, Steven, Mason, Ryan and Adam; brother Howard and wife Marylou, of Montgomery; special “daughter” Wendy Jones, of Alvin; and his falling down buddy Pat Flurry, of Palestine. Preceded in death by his parents Elter Elvis and Jeanie Tucker Whitfield; and his parents-in-law Harold and Roberta Miller. Memorial Services for Mr. Doyle Gene Whitfield was held Saturday, May 14, 2011 at 11:00 a.m. in the Friday Community Center on FM 1280. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to Heart to Heart Hospice, 209 Christie, Lufkin Texas 75904.

MARY “JOSEPHINE” REYNOLDS

Mrs. Mary “Josephine” Reynolds, age 81 of Huntsville, passed away Wednesday, May 11, 2011 at 7:55 p.m. at her home surrounded by family and friends. Mrs. Reynolds was born on January 8, 1930, in Lovelady, Texas to Melvin and Phenia Searcy. Mrs. Reynolds was a loving Christian lady and was a member of the Antioch Baptist Church in Lovelady. She was famous for her smile and her family values. She loved fishing on the Trinity River Wilson Shoals and cooking the fish afterwards. She was “daddy’s #1 biscuit maker.” Neighbors and friends would walk to her house early in the morning to taste her fresh batch of biscuits. She loved most of all, talking about her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Surviivors include her sons Melvin “Randy” Reynolds and wife Peggy Reynolds, Keith Reynolds, all of Huntsville and Richard Wise and wife Liz; daughters Nancy Mellette and Sherry Kindrex, both of Huntsville; special children Patsy and Frank Countryman; grandchildren Richard McCormick, Billie Jean Pate and husband Jimmy, Jolene Hoch and husband Jeff, James Henry Howell, Regina Bates and husband Walter, Kevin Rains, Troy Beacley and wife Rachel, Jennifer and husband Michael Raley, Crystal Suarez and husband Johnny, David Raley and wife Belinda, Carrie Raley, Paul Dale Kindrex, Stevie Kindrex, Richie Kindrex, Keith Reynolds, Jr., Rodney Reynolds, Jessica and son Parker; great-grandchildren Bridgett, Starla, Dustin, Ariel, William, Taylor, Savannah, Stevie, David Wayne Bates and wife Carrie, Justin Philley and Brittany, Clay Mathew, Samantha Josephine, Calvin, Cheyenne, Stephanie, Shannon, Samuel, Suzanne, Shane, Jeffrey, Sarah, Jade, Aaron, Tevin, Nevaeh, Jackson, Alysa, and Faith; great-great-grandchildren Jerritt, Sarah, Makayla, Dillon, Sierra, Veronica, Breanna, Sabrian, Bianca, Rylee, Lucas, Kayliegh and Patrick, who will be born in June. Preceded in death by her parents Melvin and Phenia Searcy; husband Willie “Bill” A. Reynolds; son Joe Billy Reynolds; sister Margie Wise; and two sons-in-law Jimmy Kindrex and Butch Mellette. Funeral Services for Mrs. “Josephine” Reynolds were held Saturday, May 14, 2011 at 10:00 a.m. at Sam Houston Memorial Funeral Home in Huntsville. Interment followed in Chalk Cemetery in Walker County. Those wishing to leave memorial condolences for the family may do so at www.shmfh.com. Sam Houston Memorial Funeral Home

HAZEL ADELLE LUCE BLACKMON

Mrs. Hazel Adelle Luce Blackmon, age 95 of Irving, formerly of Palestine, passed away Monday, May 2, 2011 in the Hearthstone Assisted Living Facility in Irving. Mrs. Blackmon was born January 18, 1916 in Houston County, Texas and was living in Irving, previously living in Palestine. She was a retired railroad wife (that is a lot like being a military wife) and had retired from Montgomery Wards in Houston. She was a member of the Brotherhood of Locomotive Engineers Auxiliary and Believers in Christ Church in Palestine. Survivors include her daughters Yvonne Blackmon and Neva Rae Blackmon; son Sherril Blackmon and wife Faye; Preceded in death by her husband Samuel Floyed Blackmon; infant daughter; and parents John R. and Candis Ellen (Knox) Luce. Graveside Funeral Services for Mrs. Hazel Adelle Luce Blackmon were held Thursday, May 5, 2011 at 10:00 a.m. in the McCarter Cemetery with Harold Fox officiating. Pallbearers will be W.R. (Butch) Blackmon, Roye L. Blackmon, John Ledbetter, James Buzbee, Johnnie Campbell, Daniel O'Bannon and Clinton Blackmon. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Believers in Christ Building Fund, 2104 State Hwy 155, Palestine, TX 75803. Condolences for Mrs. Blackmon may be left at online obituaries www.callawayallee.com. Callaway-Allee Funeral Home

SYBLE ALYNE MILLS GRESHAM

Mrs. Syble Alyne Mills Gresham, age 85 of Crockett, passed away Tuesday, May 3, 2011 in the East Texas Medical Center-Crockett. Mrs. Gresham was born January 6, 1926 in Houston County, Texas and had lived in Crockett for many years. She was a member of the Order of the Eastern in Crockett Chapter # 509. Mrs. Gresham was a housewife and had retired as an executive secretary in Houston. She attended Community Full Gospel Church. Survivors include her daughter, Cynthia Puckett and husband Robert, of Doddridge, Ark.; brother Ernie Mills and wife Harriet, of Sugar Land; sister Maxine Vogler and husband Norris, of Rosenberg; niece Terri Vogler; sisters-in-law Sue McCormick, of Crockett and Delphia Mills, of Ore.; grandchildren Debbie Kelley and husband Steve, of Houston and David Puckett and wife Laura, of Doddridge, Ark.; great-grandchildren Colton Kelley, Cody Kelley, Logan Puckett, Ashton Puckett, Ethan Puckett and Brianna Puckett; great-great-granddaughter, Madeline Chloe Puckett; great-great-grandson James Henry Puckett; numerous other nieces, nephews and relatives. Preceded in death by her husband J. B. Gresham; parents Henry and Mable Mills; brother James Ford Mills; and step-son Jasen Gresham. Funeral Services for Mrs. Syble Alyne Mills Gresham were held Friday, May 6, 2011 at 1:00 p.m. in the Callaway-Allee Memorial Chapel with Robert Puckett officiating. Interment followed in the Ivie Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Ivie Cemetery Association, 2502 F. M. 357, Kennard, Tx. 75847 or Davis Cemetery Association, P.O. Box 112, Grapeland, Tx. 75844. Condolences for Mrs. Gresham may be left online obituaries www.callawayallee.com. Callaway-Allee Funeral Home

KATIE THOMPSON

Mrs. Katie Thompson, age 92 of Crockett, passed away Tuesday, May 3, 2011 in the Memorial Hospital in Lufkin. Mrs. Thompson was born August 9, 1918 in Kountze, Texas and the majority of her life was spent in Crockett among her beloved East Texas pines. She married Robert Donald Thompson III in 1940. During World War II when R. D. was shipped out, she worked on the U. S. Naval base in Corpus Christi and thoroughly enjoyed it there and also worked on a naval base in Florida for a time and loved it there. After the war, she returned to Crockett. Mrs. Thompson was a homemaker and actively pursued her livestock career working the sale barn in both Crockett and Palestine. After working the sale barn, she then pursued raising cows of her own along with her husband for many years on their property which was affectionately known as the “FUNNY FARM.” She enjoyed gardening, fishing, feeding the animals and bottled fed many a calf. Mrs. Thompson was a fine lady that was plain spoken in a few words but always willing to push the envelope if you tested her. She was a member of the First Presbyterian Church in Crockett. Survivors include her adopted son Paul St. Charles of and his brother Peter St. Charles, both of Dallas; cousin Mikala (Micki) Fenton, of Grants, N.M.; special friends Jesse and Wanda Stephens, of Kennard, Jason, Gaylene, Katy and Hunter Allen, all of Crockett, Sam Gilder, Bennie Gilder, both of Kennard, Maxine Brown, Dan and Gaylia Woolley, all of Crockett; other family members Duanna and Terry Dwire, of Austin, Charles and Doris Lloyd, of Crosby, Vicky Lloyd, of Houston and Sonny and Sammie Stearns, of Grapeland; adopted grandson John Paul St. Charles, of Austin; nieces and nephews McKenzie Rose St. Charles, of Austin and twins, Spencer and Connor St. Charles of Stinnett; numerous other relatives. Preceded in death by her husband R. D. Thompson; parents Ernest Jack and Jessie Lillian Fenton; and brother Cecil Fenton. Funeral Services for Mr. Katie Thompson were held Friday, May 6, 2011 at 10:00 a.m. in the Callaway-Allee Memorial Chapel with the Rev. Tom Spath officiating. Interment followed in the Evergreen Memorial Park. Callaway-Allee Funeral Home

April 2011

DELOIS JEAN DAVIS

Mrs. Delois Jean Davis, age 72 of Crockett, on Monday, April 4, 2011, She left this earth on the Wings of Angels, in the ETMC-Tyler. A beautiful baby girl was born May 2, 1938, to the parents of James and Sarah Calhoun Harris Marshall, they named her “Delois Jean.” Mrs. Davis attended and received her education at Crockett Colored School. She accepted Christ at an early age and joined Miles Chapel C.M.E. Church, later attending Progressive Baptist Church, and then united with Union Prairie Baptist Church and was a member for many years under the leadership of Rev. Samuel Dominique. She married Joe R. Davis, Sr., on March 28, 1953, to this union was blessed with six children. Mrs. Davis worked at Crockett I.S.D. in Food Services and also worked for Houston County Nursing Home and retired after 30 years. Survivors include her Loving husband Joe R. Davis, Sr., of Crockett; two sons Joe R. (Jeanetta) Davis, Jr. and Alton (Ruth) Davis, all of Crockett; four daughters Sarah Davis, Betty (Earnest) Lane, Addie (Bobby) Jackson, all of Crockett and Delois (Albert) Parker, of Richmond; brother Roy (Mae) Marshall, of Crockett; sister Ive Lee (James) Campbell, of Crockett; two brothers-in-law M.R. (Charlene) Davis and Ben Davis; two aunts Ive Lee Neal, of San Antonio and Burnett Calhoun, of Dallas; three sisters-in-law Gertie (Jimmy) Handy, Essie (Lawrence) Smith and Faye Williams, all of Houston; nine grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren; special cousin Della Newman, of Crockett; special friend Ruth Wilson, of Crockett; and a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Preceded in death by her parents James and Sarah Calhoun Harris Marshall; and grandson Tarlus Davis, Sr. Funeral Services for Mrs. Delois Jean Davis were held Saturday, April 9, 2011 at 11:00 a.m. in Bethel Missionary Baptist Church with the Rev. Earl Harris and the Rev. Reginald Marshall officiating. Interment followed in Forest Lawn Cemetery in Crockett. Active Pallbearers were James Simon, Billy Simon, Broderick Sanders, Steven Campbell, Sam Duncan, Jr. and Larry McCullough. Honorary Pallbearers were Joe Davis, Jr., Artis Davis, Jr., Albert Parker, Jr., Alton Davis, Earnest Lane and Bobby Jackson. Emanuel Funeral Home

LAURA LEIGH ZUCKERO

Ms. Laura Leigh Zuckero, age 25 of Crockett, passed away Saturday, April 30, 2011. Ms. Zuckero was born May 23, 1985 in Trinity, Texas and had lived all of her lifetime in Crockett. She had worked for Ames Fried Chicken as a cashier. She attended Harvest Church and Assembly of God Church in Crockett. Survivors include her children Samantha Leigh Zuckero, Victoria Elizabeth Zuckero, and Alexis Nicole Zuckero, all of Crockett; mother Margaret Jane Ramirez, of Crockett; brother Thomas Lynn Keys, of Crockett; sisters Jessica Maria Zuckero, Melissa Pearl Johnston and Martha Jane Ortiz, all of Crockett; grandmother Barbara Jane Lucas and husband Juan Carlos Vasquez, of Crockett; great-aunt Leona Lynette, of Crockett; numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives. Preceded in death by father, Jimmy Lynn Keys; great-grandmother Jessie Bell Stringfellow; and grandfather Leonard Lucas. Graveside Funeral Services for Ms. Laura Leigh Zuckero were held Friday, May 6, 2011 at 3:30 p.m. in the New Energy Cemetery with the Rev. Ottis Byers officiating. Condolences for Ms. Zuckero may be left at online obituaries www.callawayallee.com. Callaway-Allee Fubneral Home

JOHN R. MCLEOD

Mr. John R. McLeod, age 90 of Grapeland, passed away Wednesday, April 27, 2011 in Crockett. Mr. McLeod was born September 12, 1920 in Augusta to Jacob Edward McLeod and Bertie Lou Moore McLeod. He served as Houston County Commissioner for 24 years and was a retired rancher. Mr. McLeod was a member of Liberty Hill United Methodist Church and school board member of Glover High School and an avid domino player. Survivors include his wife of 70 plus years, Mattie Clark Driskill McLeod; daughter Frances Jean McCaslin and husband Monroe; four sons Bobby McLeod and wife Bennie, James D. McLeod and wife Jeanne, Ronnie McLeod and wife Jean and Jerry McLeod and wife Betty; one sister Tennie Frances Chelf; 13 grand-children, 22 great-grandchildren; and two great-great grandchildren. Preceded in death by his parents Jacob Edward McLeod and Bertie Lou Moore McLeod; sister Inez Edwards; four brothers Curtis, Claude Norman and Leon McLeod. Funeral Services for Mr. John R. McLeod were held Saturday, April 30, 2011 at 3:00 p.m. at Liberty Hill United Methodist Church with Pastor Roger B. Craiker and the Rev. Jack Chelf, Jr. officiating. Interment followed in Augusta Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Keith McLeod, Todd McLeod, Dave McLeod, Jerry Wayne McLeod, Stephen McLeod and Michael McLeod. To view online, leave condolences or sign guest book go to www.baileyandfosterfuneralhome.com Bailey & Foster Funeral Home

ANN BOULWARE

Mrs. Ann Boulware, age 82 of Kennard, passed away Sunday, April 24, 2011 in the East Texas Medical Center-Tyler. Mrs. Boulware was born October 30, 1928 in Miami, New Mexico and had lived in Kennard. Mrs. Boulware was a housewife. Survivors include her husband of 62 years, Bill Boulware, of Kennard; son Jerry Boulware and wife Dottie, of Whitehouse; grandchildren Jerry Boulware, Jr. and wife Tonia, of Whitehouse, Cody Boulware and wife Tiffany, of Tyler and Eric Boulware and wife Holli, of Portsmouth, Va.; great-grandchildren Chelsey, Ashlyn, Hanna, Jade, Kaden, Eliza, Grayson and Carlyle; sisters Rosie Brown, Charlotte Kallenbach, Norma Milburn, Gladys Goodwin and Bonnie Salazar; brothers Leonard Baker, LeRoy Salazar and Gene Salazar; numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives. Preceded in death by her sons Dale Boulware and David Boulware. Memorial Services for Mrs. Ann Boulware were held Wednesday, April 27, 2011 at 2:00 p.m. in the Callaway-Allee Memorial Chapel with the Rev. Jim Durham officiating. Condolences for Mrs. Boulware may be left online obituaries at www.callawayallee.com. Callaway-Allee Funeral Home

ROBERT LEE BOSTICK

Mr. Robert Lee Bostick, age 85, departed this life to be with the Lord on Sunday, April 24, 2011 in Houston. Mr. Bostick was born February 14, 1926 in Rusk, Texas in Cherokee County. He met the love of his life, Hazel, through family and friends, and after a three-year courtship, they married in 1952 in Little Rock, Arkansas. They made their home there until he was drafted in 1954. Mr. Bostick proudly served his country in the United States Army during the Korean War from 1954 – 1956. Military service took him to San Juan Puerto Rico where he was stationed at Fort Buchanan. Hazel joined him for much of the time he was stationed there. Upon his discharge they returned to Little Rock and their daughter was born later that year. They moved to Houston in 1958 and made their home in this area where they lived the remainder of their lives. He accepted Christ as his Lord and Savior at the age of 37. He was an ordained deacon and faithfully served for many years. Even in his later years, He continued to live a life of service to others. He had the gift of connecting with people, always finding a common denominator for establishing a relationship and therefore never met a stranger. Mr. Bostick was a loving and devoted son, brother, husband, father, grandfather, uncle and friend. He lived a life of integrity, never had an unkind word for anyone, and he was the quintessential family man that led by example and took pleasure in nurturing those he loved. Mr. Bostick retired from the United States Post Office in 1986. In his retirement years, he continued to do the things he enjoyed but just more of them. He loved to garden, and the yard was always full of plants and flowers. There was always a backyard vegetable garden and out of the abundance, he would give away more than he kept. His guitar was always close at hand and he would often entertain visitors and looked forward to the annual family reunion and playing with others on Saturday night. Mr. Bostick was interested in genealogy and had traced his family back to Scotland in the 1600s. He tracked down many individuals during his research and established relationships that endure today. He loved his family and routinely kept in touch with extended family members coast-to-coast. He was a voracious reader throughout his life. He enjoyed history, politics, and economics and loved to discuss ideas and was always ready for a good debate. His favorite book was the Bible which you would see him reading and meditating on each day. “Hear me as I pray, O Lord. Be merciful and answer me! My heart has heard you say, Come and talk with me. And my heart responds, Lord, I am coming.” Psalm 27:7-8 NLT Survivors include his daughter and husband Karen and Mike Duncan, of Katy; grandson Jarrod Black and wife Kari, of Houston; sister Nellie Bell; brother Harold Bostick and wife Laverne; and numerous nieces and nephews and extended family members. Preceded in death by his loving wife of 58 years, Hazel Jane Melton Bostick; parents Charlie and Willie Mae Bostick; sisters Mattie Vann, Lola Ownby, Ila Bradbury, Martha Cammack and Bernice Lightner; brothers James Bostick, William Bostick and Leon Bostick. Funeral Services for Mr. Robert Lee Bostick were held Wednesday, April 27, 2011 at 11:00 a.m. at Kingsland Baptist Church, Katy, Texas, with the Reverend Alex Kennedy officiating. Graveside Service were held Thursday, April 28, 2011 at 11:00 a.m. in Lynches Chapel Cemetery in Alto, Texas. Memorial Oaks Funeral Home

PAT WILLINGHAM

Mrs. Pat Willingham, age 78 of Houston, passed away April 20, 2011. Survivors include her children Ronald Keith Willingham and wife Jeanie, Rickey Lee Willingham and Renee Jean Holsinger and husband Steve; sisters Alma Drake, Merle Jatzlau and Edith Van Horne; grandchildren Shane and wife Michelle, Shaunna and husband Josh, Justin and wife Katherine, Ashley and husband Kerry, Steve Jr.; great-grandchildren Marshall, Michael, Lance (L.C.), Alex, Breanna, Stevie, Chasidy, Coral, Ashton, Ali, Garrett and Raelynn. Preceded in death by her beloved husband L.C. Willingham; and a granddaughter Elyssa Patrice. Funeral Services for Mrs. Pat Willingham will be held Tuesday, April 26, 2011 at 10:00 a.m. in the Rosewood Funeral Home in Humble. Graveside Services will follow at 2:00 p.m. in the Creek Cemetery. Rosewood Funeral Home

GLYN B. COOK

Mr. Glyn B. Cook, age 89 of Crockett, passed away Thursday, April 21, 2011 in Crockett. Mr. Cook was born September 19, 1921 to William Hull Cook and Minnie Mae Brewton Cook of Porter Springs and lived in Houston County where he graduated from Crockett High School in 1938. On February 1, 1941 he married his sweetheart Georgie Lavenia McDonald and recently celebrated 70 years of marriage. He was a World War II U. S. Army veteran having served in the China-Burma-India Theatre. After his return from the war he and his wife and three young sons lived in Nacogdoches before locating to Houston where he worked for Armco Steel until his retirement in 1977. Mr. Cook enjoyed his retirement years living in the the Ash Community, working in his garden, tending his livestock, and volunteering in the Ash and Austonio communities where he had many friends. He attended the Ash Church of Christ with his wife. Mr. Cook was known in the community as “B” Cook, but his grandchildren affectionately called him Pawpaw. They loved and respected him and always knew there was room for one more on “Pawpaw’s knee.” He loved and was proud of them all. Survivors include his wife of 70 years, Georgie Lavenia McDonald Cook, of the Ash Community; sons Glyn McDonald Cook and wife Norma, of The Woodlands, William Michael Cook and wife Emma, of Bryan and Jimmie Lynn Cook and wife Susan, of New Waverly; grandchildren, Traci Cook Lee and husband Richard, of Fort Worth, Jeffrey Cook, of Alexandria, Va., William Michael Cook, Jr. and wife Missy, of Houston, Mark Willis Cook and wife Tracey, of Pa., Christopher Scott Cook and wife Kristi, of Pflugerville and Marcy Rebecca Pullen and husband Lucas, of Oxford, Md.; great-grandchildren Barrett, Stephanie and Kale, Brandy, Maggie and Bryan, Alyson, Emily, John Thomas, Ethan, Tucker, Cheyenne and Levi; great-great-grandchildren Fletcher, Brooklyn, Anderson, Brayden and Bradley; several nieces, nephews and other relatives. Preceded in death by granddaughter Anna Caryn Cook; parents William Hull Cook and Minnie Mae Brewton Cook; four brothers and four sisters. Funeral Services for Mr. Glyn B. Cook will be held Monday, April 25, 2011 at 2:00 p.m. in the Callaway-Allee Memorial Chapel. Interment will follow in the Evergreen Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Alzheimer’s Foundation, 1100 W. 49th Street Room #G408, Austin, Texas 78756. Condolences for Mr. Cook may be left at online obituaries www.callawayallee.com. Callaway-Allee Funeral Home

MELBA STEWART BEARD

Mrs. Melba Stewart Beard, age 71, of Latexo, passed away Saturday, April 16, 2011 at her residence. Mrs. Beard was born November 25, 1939 in Lovelady, Texas and had lived in Latexo most of her lifetime. She was retired from the Crockett Housing Authority having worked as an executive director and had went back to work for the Crockett Housing Authority as a deputy director. Mrs. Beard was a member of the North Loop Baptist Church in Crockett. Survivors include her daughters Beverly Gilmore and husband Darrell and Janet Hopkins and husband Terry, all of Latexo; grandchildren Jake Gilmore and wife Nikki, of Hugoton, Kan., Matt Hopkins, of Latexo, Jeremy Hopkins and wife Jessica, of Crockett; great-grandchildren, Jace Gilmore, Clay Johannsen, Rustyn Gilmore, all of Hugoton, Kan. and Natalie Grace Hopkins, of Crockett; brothers Jonny Paul Stewart and wife Kathryn, of Houston County Lake, Donald Harold Stewart and wife Shirley, Bobby Lee Stewart and wife Avalon, all of Lovelady and Billy Ray Stewart and wife Rosemary, of Houston; numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives. Preceded in death by her parents Sherman and Sylvia Stewart; and nephew Johnny Lee Stewart. She was married to Vencie L. Beard for 20+ years of Latexo who also passed away on April 16, 2011. Funeral Services for Mrs. Melba Stewart Beard were held Thursday, April 21, 2011 at 2:00 p.m. in the Harvest Church with the Rev. Dennis Lowery and the Rev. Dennis Ivey officiating. Interment followed in the Latexo Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the North Loop Baptist Church. Condolences for Mrs. Melba Stewart Beard may be left online obituaries www.callawayallee.com. Callaway-Allee Funeral Home

VENCIE LEE BEARD

Mr. Vencie Lee Beard, age 74 of Latexo, born August 23, 1936 in Houston County, Texas, passed away April 16, 2011. Mr. Beard was a member of the North Loop Baptist Church. Survivors include his mother Maydelle Brown; brothers Doyle Beard, Charles Beard, Michael Brown; children Scott Beard and Pam Johnson; grandchildren Brandon Beard, Lindsay Beard, Chase Johnson, Megan Johnson; and great-grandchildren. Graveside Services for Mr. Vencie Lee Beard were held Thursday, April 21, 2011 at 10:00 a.m. in Latexo Cemetery with the Rev. Dennis Lowery officiating. In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to North Loop Baptist Church. Condolences for Mr. Beard may be left at online obituaries www.callawayallee.com. Callaway-Allee Funeral Home

NANCY CAROL LIVELY

Mrs. Nancy Carol Lively, entered this world on July 6, 1947, and peacefully departed for heaven on April 18, 2011. A devoted wife, mom, sister and grandmother, She devoted her life to the compassion and care of others. She selected the nursing profession in order to care for those who could not care for themselves. In this same selfless fashion, she, along with friend Juanita Brenner, went on to open and operate the first home health care in Houston County, Houston County Home Health Care. This was her passion for many years, and there are numerous families and individuals who benefitted from her soft, caring hands. She will always be treasured and remembered for those days in which she placed others comfort above her own and delivered caring service above self. Mrs. Lively was also famous for taking in a disabled or sick animal a time or two in her life, to include rabbits, deer, ferrets, coons and many, many puppies! This was her passion, and she will always be treasured and remembered for her kind acts! Survivors include her husband Don Lively, of Grapeland; sons Troy Harrison and wife Kathy, of Pasadena and Randy Lively and wife Sissy, of Grapeland, daughter Tracie Credeur and husband Barry, of Pasadena; grandchildren Donovan and Dalton Harrison, Savanah, Shanna, Shane, Lexie and Dodd Credeur, and Haylei and Colton Lively; sisters Sandy Duren and husband Jimmy, Pam Evans and husband Warren Joe; half-sister Carla Giles; numerous other family members and friends. Preceded in death by her parents Carl and Betty Rich; and sister Linda Welch. A celebration of life and accomplishments for Mrs. Nancy Carol Lively were held Wednesday, April 20, 2011, at 10:00 a.m., at Callaway-Allee Memorial Chapel in Crockett with the Rev. Kenny Bush officiating. Interment followed in the Percilla Evergreen Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Myasthenia Gravis Foundation, 355 Lexington Avenue, 15th Floor, New York, NY 10017-6603 or Alzheimer’s Foundation, 322 Eighth Ave., 7th floor, New York, NY 10001. The memory of Nancy shall remain in our hearts forever. Condolences for Mrs. Lively may be left at online obituaries www.callawayallee.com. Callaway-Allee Funeral Home

JUDGE RAYBURN WAYNE LAWRENCE

Judge Rayburn Wayne Lawrence, age 90, passed from this world into eternal life with Jesus Christ on Friday, April 15, 2011, at Cartmell Home in Palestine. Judge Lawrence was born November 3, 1920, in Logan, Texas to Robert Crittenton Lawrence and Arizona Adams Lawrence. He graduated from Groveton High School in 1937 as Salutatorian and was a member of the debate team that won district honors as well as being an all district quarterback in football. In the fall of 1937 he entered the College of Marshall (now East Texas Baptist University) at the age of 16. In 1939 he graduated from that institution and then completed his Bachelors Degree at the University of Texas, majoring in History with a minor in English and graduating prior to the outbreak of WWII in 1941. During the War he served 44 months in the US Navy with 33 of those months being at sea in the Pacific on the Destroyer USS Wilson DD 408, attaining the rank of Lieutenant Senior Grade. After the war he returned to Texas and worked out of Brownsville for the Texas Company (Texaco) for 3 years as their Zone Representative along the Texas/Mexico border. In 1947 he married his sweetheart Evelina Martin from Apple Springs. In 1949 they moved to Waco, Texas to begin his studies at Baylor University School of Law. Graduation occurred in 1952, and he and Evelina moved to Teague, Texas for about a year. They moved to Palestine in 1953, and he has lived here ever since. That year the family became members of First Baptist Church and have been members since then. Over the years he enjoyed serving as a Sunday School teacher at times and is a Deacon of the church. Early on he was in private practice involved in cases from Municipal Court level to the Supreme Court of Texas. He began his judicial career as Palestine City Judge from 1955 to 1958. Then he was elected Anderson County Judge and served from 1962 to 1964. In 1964 he retired as County Judge to run for District Judge of the Third Judicial District. He was elected, took office in January 1965, ran unopposed 7 times and retired in 1995 after 31 years of service. In 1993 he was awarded the Outstanding Jurist Award in Texas given by the Texas Bar Foundation which recognizes exceptional achievement in competency and integrity on the bench. He was recently honored by the Palestine Rotary Club for having been a continuous member for 54 years since 1957. He spoke at innumerable ceremonies and occasions during his career and served on many boards, committees and associations. His favorite Bible verse and one he often quoted is from Micah 6:8 which says “and what does the Lord require of you but to do justly, to love mercy, and to walk humbly with your God” Survivors include his son Robert Martin Lawrence and daughter-in-law Debra Hendrick Lawrence; brother Tracy Nelson Lawrence and wife Elma Lee Lawrence; (sister of Evelina Lawrence); sister-in-law Florine Welsh Lawrence widow of Price Winton “Slim” Lawrence; and a host of nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by his parents Robert Crittenton Lawrence and Arizona Adams Lawrence; wife Evelina Lawrence; second wife Layneigha Chapman Lawrence; and special friend Dorthy Collins; four brothers and sisters who either died at birth or as infants, as well as Bobbie Fargarson, Bonnie Pope, Rev. Noble S. Lawrence, Opal Chapman, and twins, Robert Quintmon Lawrence and Price Winton Lawrence. Funeral Services for Judge Rayburn Wayne Lawrence were held Sunday, April 17, 2011 at 3:00 p.m. in First Baptist Church Palestine with the Rev. Jay Abernathy and Dr. Richard Waters officiating. Interment followed in Roselawn Park Cemetery. Pallbearers were nephews Lawrence Ray Chapman, Frank Chapman, Noble S. “Buzz” Lawrence, Mike Pope, Jim Lawrence and Johnny Lawrence. Honorary Pallbearers were members of the Anderson, Henderson and Houston County Bar Associations. The family requests that in lieu of flowers, memorial donations, if desired, be made to: First Baptist Church of Palestine, Texas, 5700 N. Loop 256, Palestine, TX 75801 or Baylor University School of Law, 1114 South University Parks Drive, Waco, TX 76798. To leave condolences or sign guest book go to www.baileyandfosterfuneralhome.com Bailey & Foster Funeral Home

REVEREND JAMES “JIM” BRADLEY

Reverend James “Jim” Bradley, age 53 of Tenaha, passed away Thursday, April 14, 2011 at his home. Reverend Bradley was born July 9, 1957 in Pasadena to James Ronald Bradley and Glory Dawn Lacewell Bradley. Reverend Bradley had been a United Methodist minister for eleven years. He was a member of the American Legion, and was a board member for the Hope Clinic and Tenaha Housing Authority. Reverend Bradley also served in the U.S. Navy. Survivors include his wife of 32 years, Leslie Bradley, of Tenaha; sons Wes Bradley and wife Victoria, of Germany and Ron Bradley, of Tenaha; daughter Katie Weeks and husband William, of Lufkin; grandchildren Jonathan Bradley and Mary Ann Bradley; Mother Glory Cooper, of Nacogdoches; sisters Pam Porter and husband Charlie, of Nacogdoches and Linda Walker and husband Jimmy, of Humble; also numerous nieces, nephews and a host of friends. Preceded in death by his father James Ronald Bradley; brother Keith Wayne Bradley; and niece Anne Harrell. Funeral Services for Reverend James “Jim” Bradley were held Monday, April 18, 2011 at 2:00 p.m. at First Methodist Church in Tenaha with Bro. Rick Sitton officiating. Interment followed in Wesley Chapel in Houston County. Online condolences and tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com Watson & Sons Funeral Home

EBILENE REYNOLDS

Mrs. Ebilene Reynolds, age 86 of Lumberton, formerly of Houston, passed away Wednesday, April 13, 2011 at her residence. Mrs. Reynolds was born February 6, 1925 in Houston County, Texas and had lived most of her lifetime in Houston. She was a member of the Order of the Eastern Star. Mrs. Reynolds was a housewife and attended the Cedar Point Church. Survivors include her son Jim Reynolds and wife Marcia, of Lovelady; daughter Stacey Hughes and husband Royce, of Lumberton; grandchildren John Reynolds and wife Michelle, of Kingwood, Stephanie Reynolds, of College Station and Cameron Hughes, of Lumberton; great-granddaughters Alison Reynolds and Meredith Reynolds, of Kingwood; sister Billie Brunson, of Travis County; numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives. Preceded in death by her husband Harold Reynolds; and parents Bill and Effie (Patton) Vaughn. Graveside Funeral Services for Mrs. Ebilene Reynolds were held Friday, April 15, 2011 at 10:00 a.m. in the Evergreen Memorial Park with the Rev. Tom Spath officiating. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the First Presbyterian Church, 715 E. Goliad, Crockett, Tx. 75835. Condolences for Mrs. Reynolds may be left at online obituaries www.callawayallee.com. Callaway-Allee Funeral Home

WILLIAM RICHARD SUDLOW

Mr. William Richard Sudlow, age 88 of Belton, passed away Tuesday, April 12, 2011 in Austin. Mr. Sudlow was born October 1, 1922 to Richard and Inez E. (Gotthardt) Sudlow in Rock Island, IL. He graduated from high school in Rock Island, IL, and attended Augusta College. Mr. Sudlow proudly served in the US Army Air Corp as a Navigator during WWII and was awarded the Air Medal with 3 Clusters and the Distinguished Flying Cross (DFC). He received a Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Houston in 1949. Mr. Sudlow married Wanda Katherine (Sally) Sheeley July 19, 1945 in Nashville, Tennessee. They moved to Temple in 1978 from Houston. He is a member of St. Luke’s Catholic Church in Temple, where he served as a Eucharistic Minister. He was chapter chairman of the local Texas Association of Business, a member of the Temple Chamber of Commerce, and a member of the American Legion in Belton. He retired from Texas Instruments in 1983 after he and Sally became the owners of a local business, Brazos Stamp and Engraving. Survivors include his son Bill Sudlow Jr. and wife Liz, of Temple; two daughters Susan Grisham and husband Stan, of The Woodlands and Stephanie Bannon, of Austin; sister Sue Grampp, of Ariz.; six grandchildren Vaughn Grisham and wife Jenny, Shawn Dinh and husband Quan, Crystal Fulbright, Sarah Sudlow, Kristine Bannon, and Stephen Sudlow; four great-grandchildren Henry Grisham, Hana, Jonah and Noah Dinh. Preceded in death his wife Sally; and son-in-law Patrick Bannon. A Christian Funeral Mass will be celebrated Monday April 18, 2011 at 10:00 a.m. at St. Luke’s Catholic Church in Temple, with Father Don Loftin officiating. Contributions in memory of Bill Sudlow may be sent to St Luke’s Catholic Church, 2807 Oakdale Drive, Temple, Texas 76502.

EDNA KNIGHTEN LARUE

Mrs. Edna Knighten LaRue, age 79 of Lovelady, passed away Friday, April 1, 2011 in the East Texas Medical Center-Crockett. Mrs. LaRue was born June 16, 1931 in Pearsons Chapel and had lived in Lovelady most of her lifetime. She was a member of the Lovelady First Baptist Church and attended Antioch Baptist Church. Mrs. LaRue was retired having worked as a beautician. Survivors include her husband John H. LaRue, of Lovelady; daughter Patricia Ann Tillman, of Houston; grandchildren Michael Champagne and wife Ashley, of Abilene, Eric Champagne and wife Sharon, of Dickenson, David Champagne and wife Jennifer, of DuPont, Wash.; great-grandsons Caden, Jessie and one on the way; step-children John David LaRue and wife Debbie, of Houston, Gary LaRue and wife Laurel, of Lovelady, Tommy LaRue and wife Jennie, of Galveston and Steve LaRue and friend Anna Boyd, of Red Oak; brother Kenneth “Bugs” Knighten, of Crockett; numerous step-grandchildren; one step-great-grandchild; numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives. Preceded in death by her brothers Avon Knighten, Troy Knighten; and sisters Billie Weeks, Joyce Harrelson and Wanda Kennedy. Funeral Services for Mrs. Edna Knighten LaRue were held Tuesday, April 5, 2011 at 10:00 a.m. in the Callaway-Allee Memorial Chapel with the Rev. Scott Matthews officiating. Interment followed in the Center Hill Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Lovelady First Baptist Church, 229 W. Read St., Lovelady, Texas 75851 or Center Hill Cemetery Association, P. O. Box 563, Crockett, Texas 75835. Condolences for Mrs. LaRuemay be left at online obituaries www.callawayallee.com. Callaway-Allee Funeral Home

FRANCES THERESA KEELAND OVERSTREET

Mrs. Theresa Overstreet, age 96 of Crockett, passed away Sunday, April 3, 2011 peacefully at home with her family. Mrs. Overstreet was born June 25, 1914 in Grapeland, Texas. She moved to Crockett, Texas in 1927 where her father and mother, William E. “Bill” Keeland and Frances Royall Keeland, started their business. Mrs. Overstreet was married to Robert Clifford “Bob” Overstreet Sr. for 55 years. Mrs. Overstreet was a very active person. She loved hunting and spending time with her family. Most of her time was spent watching her grandchildren in every different sport. There was never an activity that she missed. She loved to watch horse racing, Wheel of Fortune, and even playing guitar hero at the age of 95! She was a very loving daughter, mother, and grandmother. She had a very humorous and out-going personality. Mrs. Overstreet was a member of the First Baptist Church and loved to be involved in activities. She served as director of Nursery for 25 years. She also taught in the junior and adult department of the church. Other activities include the Baptist Training Union and Girls Auxiliary. Mrs. Overstreet was a proud founding member of the Jarrell Beasley chapter of NSDAR. She attended the organizational meeting hosted by Miss Nell Beasley in the home of her sister Mrs. Gail King. Mrs. RD Evans, the State Organizing Chairman, met with them. Their first official meeting was held at the Kings Inn. Mrs. Overstreet served as the State Chairman on the Conservation Committee and won a first place national award. This award was the first won for Texas. She also was a delegate for about 22 years at the State Conference in Houston, Texas. Mrs. Overstreet is the descendent of Francis Epps of Virginia and a member of the Killough family. She belonged to many genealogical organizations as in Daughter of American Colonies, Jamestown Society, Colonial Dames of America, and Magna Carta Dames. Mrs. Overstreet was a member of the Magnolia Garden Club, the Culture Club of Crockett, Cadman Club, and Choral Club. She was a member of the Spring Creek Country Club, the Tuesday Sewing Club, the Downs Aldrich Corporation, and served as the Chairman of Historical Research. She was a member of many more various organizations. Survivors include her son R.C. “Bob” Overstreet Jr. and wife Michele Overstreet, of Crockett; daughter Frances Overstreet Tabor and husband Tommy Mack Tabor, of Crockett; grandchildren Stacy Overstreet Selman and husband Troy Selman, of Hunstville, Sabrina Overstreet Driskell and husband Jim Driskell, of Prosper, R. C. “Bob” Overstreet III and wife Tabitha Overstreet, of Spring Branch and their mother Bonnie Deckard, of Crockett, Kimberly Ann Canada, of Crockett and friend Lamar Jones, of Grapeland, Tommy Mack “TJ” Tabor Jr., of Midland and friend Raechell Bruner, Katelyn Renee’ Carmichael and friend Bradley McLendon, of Crockett; niece Mary Jane Byrd, of Houston; nephew Bobby Overstreet, of Fort Worth; great-grandchildren Chayse and Jude Driskell, Braddox Overstreet, Courtney and Ty Huff, Madison and Emilee Phillips and Macy Walker; special cousin Craig Keeland, of Dallas; special friend Minnie Pearl Riley, of Crockett. Preceded in death by her husband Robert Clifford Overstreet Sr.; mother and father Frances Royall Keeland and William Edward Keeland; sister and brother-in-law Jane Dawson and Dooley Dawson; grandchildren Melissa Huff and Chase Westmoreland. Funeral Services for Mrs. Theresa Keeland Overstreet were held Thursday, April 7, 2011 at 1:00 p.m. in the First Baptist Church with the Rev. Tim Allen officiating. Interment followed in the Evergreen Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Houston County Relay for Life, attn. Norma Lane, P. O. Box 220, Lovelady, Texas 75851. Condolences for Mrs. Overstreet may be left online obituaries www.callawayallee.com. Callaway-Allee Funeral Home

NELL EVELYN RAY BEASLEY HULSEY

Mrs. Nell Evelyn Ray Beasley Hulsey, age 81 of Wichita Falls, passed away Sunday, March 13, 2011. Mrs. Hulsey was born July 23, 1929 in Pritchett, Texas to the late Frank and Janie (Alexander) Ray. As a child, she moved with her family around East Texas following her dad’s “Saw Mill.” Most of her life, she lived in Crockett where she ran her own Convenience Store and Meat Market. She also worked as a Bookkeeper, and retired in 1973 in Wichita Falls. She was a lifelong member of Church of Christ, and enjoyed crocheting, baking cakes, working with stained glass, and watching baseball. A loving wife, mother, grandmother, and friend, her biggest joy in life was her love of God and His Son, Jesus Christ. Survivors include her children James Beasley, II and wife Teresa, of Colorado Springs, Colo., Pamela Husak and husband Walter, of Wichita Falls, Larry Hulsey and wife Susan, of Breckinridge, and Terri Wright and husband John, of Abilene; two sisters-in-law Eloise Ray, of Lake of the Pines, and Hope Ray, of Ft. Worth; seven grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by her husbands James Beasley, I. and Lawrence Hulsey, I; brothers Thurman, Hardy, Elmo, and Hayden Ray; and sister Kathleen Campbell. Funeral Services for Mrs. Nell Evelyn Ray Beasley Hulsey were held Monday, March 14, 2011 at 11:30 a.m. at Owens & Brumley Funeral Home Chapel with Pastor John Robertson of Floral Heights Church of Christ, officiating. Interment were held at Burkburnett Cemetery. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.owensandbrumley.com Owens & Brumley Funeral Home

JAMES EDWARD EVANS

Mr. James Edward Evans, age 65 of Crockett, entered into eternal rest Thursday, February 10, 2011 in Houston. Mr. Evans was born December 16, 1945 in Crockett to Earnest Evans Sr. and Gracie M. Evans were blessed with the birth of their son. He was the fourth of five children, he was reared in Crockett. Mr. Evans accepted Christ at an early age and was a faithful and supportive member of Bethel Baptist Church. He was active in the Mass Choir and Male Chorus and served as a Lead Vocalist. He attended Ralph J. Bunche High School and graduated in 1965. After graduation, He enlisted in the United States Army and served for three years in Europe. Honorably discharged, He returned home to Crockett, where he united in marriage with Dorothy Nell Mitchell. Mr. Evans was employed by the Texas Department of Criminal Justice and the Texas Youth Commission. He was well known and admired throughtout Crockett and the surrounding Communities. “To everything there is a season, and a time to every purpose under the Heaven: A time to be born..” Ecclesiastes 3:1 Survivors include his loving and devoted wife Dorothy Nell Evans; three children Lisa Evans-Whitting, Sylvia Evans-Thompson, both of Houston and Angela Evans-Watson, of Crockett; 12 grandchildren; 12 great-grandchildren; mother Mrs. Gracie M. Evans, of Crockett; sister Dorathy J. Evans Washington (Jerome), of San Antonio; one brother Earnest Evans, Jr. (Ruby), of Crockett; four uncles Levi Lockhart, Jr. (Patricia), Eugene Lockhart (Jerlene), Curtis Lockhart, of Crockett and William H. Lockhart (Ruby), of Killeen; five aunts Erma J. Ryan, of Houston, Hazel J. Shepherd, of Norcross, Ga., Jessie Lockhart, Sarah Lockhart, both of Crockett and Dorothy Lockhart, of Lufkin; a host of other relatives and friends. Preceded in death by his father Earnest Evans Sr.; brother George Kelly Evans; sister Delores Evans Mask; and two nephews George and DeWayne Mask. Funeral Services for Mr. James Edward Evans were held Saturday, February 19, 2011 at 12:00 Noon at Bethel Baptist Church in Crockett with the Rev. Earl Harris and the Rev. M. Waddle officiating. Interment followed in Jasper Cemetery in Crockett. Pallbearers were Earnest Evans, III, DeGerrian Evans, Eugene Lockhart, Patrick D. Anderson, John Thompson, Henry E. Smith, Ronald Mask and Nathaniel Ryan. Honorary Pallbearers were DeMarcus Evans, Kirlan Evans, Jacobe Evans, Greg Lockhart, Sammy Lockhart, Michael Hatch, Jerome T. Washington, M.D., Jaye T. Washington, Edward Morris, Jr., William “Butch” Dow, Port A. Colter, Ray Hickman and Calvin R. Watson. Flowers Bearers were his Granddaughters. Barkley Mortuary

EDDY DAVENPORT

Mr. Eddy Davenport, age 63 of Lovelady, passed away Tuesday, April 5, 2011 in Lovelady. Mr. Davenport was born February 13, 1948 in Diboll and had lived most of his lifetime in Lovelady. He was a member of the N. R. A. and the Calvary Baptist Church in Crockett. Mr. Davenport worked as a commercial air and heat installer. He loved life, fishing, hunting and most of all his family and friends. Survivors include his wife Jeanie Davenport, of Lovelady; daughters Shena Hutto and husband Tommy, of Fort Worth, Charlotte Webb and husband Neal, of Palestine, Shelly Davenport and fiance’ Brett, of Lovelady; brothers Ronnie Davenport and wife Debbie, of Crockett, Dennis Davenport and wife Marcha, of Conroe; sister Altonette Shannon and husband Keith, of Silsbee; aunt Louise Pryor and husband Fred, of Onalaska; grandchildren Gregg Hutto, Jeffrey Hutto, Ryan Webb, Ali Brownfield; sisters-in-law Dorthy Jones, of Whitehall Nursing Center, Ann Gibson, of Livingston, Wanda Kleppel and husband Rick, of Houston, Beverly Koon and husband Toby, of La.; brothers-in-law Walter Standley and wife Carroll, of Lovelady, Ernest Standley and wife Carolyn, of North Zulch; numerous nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by his parents Alton and Charlene Davenport; and great-niece Kaitlyn Drennon. Funeral Services for Mr. Eddy Davenport were held Saturday, April 9, 2011 at 10:30 a.m. in the Callaway-Allee Memorial Chapel with the Rev. Carl Wayne Standley officiating. Interment followed in the Zion Hill Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Zion Hill Baptist Church. Condolences for Mr. Davenport may be left at online obituaries www.callawayallee.com. Callaway-Allee Funeral Home