July 2008

BILLY LUEDKE

Mr. Billy Luedke, age 50 of Crockett, passed away Wednes-day, July 16, 2008 in Limestone County, Texas. Mr. Luedke was born October 25, 1957 in La-fayette, Louisiana and had been living in Crockett. Mr. Luedke had worked for an offshore company. Survivors include his son Cody Montana Luedke, of Abbeville, La.; parents Bill and Nolia Luedke, of Crockett; sis-ter Valyre Gates and husband Louise, of Crockett; nieces and nephews Clint Riley and wife Ashley, of Coppell, Amanda Oglesby and husband Jonathon, of Arlington, Jason Gates of Shreveport, La., Jordan Gates, of Lufkin and Blake Gates, of Crockett; great-nephew Mason Riley, of Coppell. Preceded in death by his grandparents Hazard and Beu-lah Broussard. Funeral Services for Mr. Billy Luedke will be held Tuesday, July 22, at 11:00 a.m. in the Grace Lutheran Church in Crockett with Pastor Larry Knobloch officiating. Interment will follow in the Evergreen Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Grace Lutheran Church 925 W Loop 304, Crockett, TX 75835. Callaway-Allee Funeral Home

WILLIAM CLIFFORD HARKINS

Mr. William Clifford Harkins, age 91 of Crockett, passed away Wednesday, July 16, 2008 in the East Texas Medical Center-Tyler. Mr. Harkins was born May 11, 1917 in Houston County, Texas and was a lifetime resident of Crockett. Mr. Harkins was retired having owned and operated Jan’s Grocery for 23 years and worked for Edmiston Brothers. Mr. Harkins was a member of the Calvary Baptist Church in Crockett. Survivors include his son Wil-liam Edd Harkins and wife Janis, of Crockett; daughter Jan Elizabeth Clark and husband Jim, of Roswell, N M; grand-children Armanda Nalls and husband Ronnie, of Plano, Wil-liam David Harkins and wife Nelda, of Ben Wheeler, Sarah Elizabeth Brock and Mike Pyle, of Pennington, Jaye Elizabeth Clark, of Roswell, N M; great-grand-children William Blake Nalls, Jennifer Michelle Nalls, Samantha Nicole Catoe and husband Tim, William Eric Harkins, Molly Ann Harkins, Tiffany Diane Brister, Candace Marie Haga and husband Brad, Randall Lynn Brock; eight great-great-grand-children; spe-cial friend Loyce Ferraro of Crockett; numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives. Preceded in death by his wife Ann Moore Harkins; parents William Joseph and Sally Har-kins; one brother; and three sis-ters. Funeral Services for Mr. Wil-liam Clifford Harkins were held Friday, July 18, at 2:00 p. m. in the Callaway-Allee Memorial Chapel with the Rev. David Harkins officiating. Interment will follow in the Evergreen Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Central Baptist Church Building Fund, 100 N. Seventh St., Crockett, Tx. 75835 or Moore, Frye, Eckels Scholar-ship Fund, P. O. Box 1248, Crockett, Tx. 75835. Callaway-Allee Funeral Home

EUNICE GRAHAM

Mrs. Eunice Graham, age 90 of Weldon, passed away Thursday, July 17, 2008 in the Houston County Nursing Home. Mrs. Graham was born March 24, 1918 in Houston County, Texas and was a graduate of Weldon School. Mrs. Graham was a resident of Weldon most of her lifetime and a member of the Weldon Civic Club. Mrs. Gra-ham was also a member of the Antioch Baptist Church in Lovelady and was retired hav-ing worked as a sales clerk. Survivors include her sons John S. Jackson and Virginia Goodrum, Mart Graham and wife Debbie, of Mt. Pleasant; grandchildren Cindy Busker, Chip Busker, Jimmy Busker, Mary Lynn Busker, Mart Gra-ham, Jr., Andy Wiley, Stephen Graham, Jack Jackson and Katelynn Graham; great-grandchildren Cory Busker, Ka-tie Busker, Brenn Busker, Ruby and Kal Busker; numerous nieces, nephews and other rela-tives. Preceded in death by her parents Thomas Jefferson and Nora Bell Reeves; daughter Jane Busker; grandson Joseph Jackson; sisters and brothers, Volean Pearson, Joe Reeves, Mozelle Etheredge, Johnnie Adams, Joyce Pait, Jeffie Bazar and Mary Bell West. Funeral Services for Mrs. Eunice Graham will be held Monday, July 21, 2008 at 2:00 p.m. in the Antioch Baptist Church in Lovelady. Interment will follow in the Lovelady An-tioch Cemetery. Callaway-Allee Funeral Home

HAROLD LLOYD ROBY

Mr. Harold Lloyd Roby, age 77 of Lovelady, passed away Friday, July 11, 2008. Mr. Roby was born March 27, 1931 in Degraff, Ohio to Carl and Car-rie Strong Roby. Mr. Roby lived in the Woodville area before moving to Lovelady several years ago. Mr. Roby was retired from the United States Army. Mr. Roby was a member of Westside Church of Christ in Jasper. Survivors include his loving children Patricia Haynes, of Lovelady, Harold Eugene Roby, of Woodville, Kenneth Roby, of Silsbee, Sandra McEwin, of Lovelady, Juanita Wrinkle, of Abilene, Leslie Roby, of War-ren, Scott Roby, of Silsbee and Russell Roby, of Woodville; brothers, Paul Roby and Walter Roby, both of Michigan and Orville Roby, of Ohio; sisters Viola Smith and Phyllis, both of Mich. and Virginia Ferguson of Ohio; 21 grandchildren; and 22 great-grandchildren. Preceded in death by his par-ents Carl and Carrie Strong Roby; wife Billie Roby; and a great-granddaughter. Funeral Services for Mr. Har-old Lloyd Roby were held Tuesday, July 15, at 10:30 a.m. at Westside Church of Christ in Jasper with the Rev. La Vel Tukes officiating. A Military Graveside Service was held with the U.S. Army at the Town Bluff Cemetery. The Military served as pallbearers for Mr. Roby. Riley Funeral Home

BARRY HOLSEY

Mr. Barry Holsey, age 83 of Crockett, passed away Thursday, July 17, 2008 at his residence. Mr. Holsey was born June 27, 1925 in Rice, Texas and had lived in Crockett for many years. Mr. Holsey was a veteran of the U.S. Army having served as Paratrooper in the 101st Airborne Division and also served on the U.S. Atomic Energy Commission during World War II. Mr. Holsey was a member of the National Cutting Horse Association and the American Quarter Horse Association. Mr. Holsey was owner and operator of Crockett Sand and Gravel and Houston County Ready Mix. Survivors include his wife Linda Holsey, of Crockett; chil-dren Tina Clarke and husband Jerry, of Lufkin; Todd Nettles and wife Barbara, of Ark., Lee Holsey, of Lovelady; grandchil-dren Ondey Clarke, of Lufkin, Heath Starnes, of College Sta-tion, Hannah Holsey, Holly Holsey, Lee Holsey, Jr., all of Lovelady, Scott Walker, of Fort Worth, Randy Walker, of Calif.; great-grandchildren Andrew Starnes, Isaac Starnes, both of College Station; son-in-law Eddie Walker and wife Diane, of Fort Worth; sister-in-law Willie Bea Holsey, of Cor-sicana; numerous nieces, neph-ews and other relatives. Preceded in death by his parents Lee Lucas Holsey, Sr. and Mary Belle Barrington Holsey; daughter-in-law Michelle Lynn Holsey; and brother Lee Lucas Holsey, Jr. Funeral Services for Mr. Barry Holsey were held Sunday, July 20, at 3:00 p.m. in the Har-vest Church with the Rev. Denis Ivey and the Rev. Scott Mat-thews officiating. Military Graveside Services followed in the Holsey Family Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Michelle Lynn Holsey Foundation, P.O. Box 652, Crockett, Texas 75835. Callaway-Allee Funeral Home

JOHN EDWARD BARNETTE

Mr. John Edward Barnette, age 66 of Lovelady, passed away Monday, July 14, 2008 at his residence. Mr. Barnette was born April 8, 1942 to John Henry Barnette and Fannie Mae McCullin Barnette in Rayville, Louisiana. Mr. Barnette was retired having worked for the oil field industry. Survivors include his wife Darlene Gibson; five children Joseph and Lori Gibson, Theresa and Gary Whitney, Cheryl and Antonio Casas, Carol and Armando Ortiz, and Jackie and Juan Perez, all of Crockett; grandchildren David, Michael, Eric and Kayla, Christopher and Bianca Mendez, Denise Gibson, Artenio Gibson, Rebeca Casas, Vanessa Casas, Nikki Gomez and Evaristo Gomez, Debra Gibson, Emerald Calazada, Robert Morgan, Amber Morgan, Tristan Morgan, Katrina Whitney, Gary and Theresa Whitney, Jr., Joshua and Cassie Whitney and Angel-ica and Martin Ramirez; great-grandchildren Veronica, Breyana and Will Berrios, David Calzada, Alex Zambrano and Analyassa Ramirez; sisters Elizabeth Moore, of West Monroe, La., JoAnn and Robert Wilson of Jayess, Miss., Telida and Henry Rutledge, of Jonesville, La.; numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives. Preceded in death by his par-ents; and one brother Lucky. Graveside Funeral Services for Mr. John Edward Barnette were held Saturday, July 19, in the Lovelady Antioch Cemetery with the Rev. Terry Gibson officiating. A special fund has been set up for funeral expenses at First Community Bank c/o John Barnette Fund, P. O. Box 172, Crockett, Texas 75835. Callaway-Allee Funeral Home

WILLIE MAE ATKINSON

Mrs. Willie Mae Atkinson, age 84 of Liberty, passed away Wednesday, July 9, 2008 at her home. Mrs. Atkinson was born on July 26, 1923 in Leon County, Texas to Dewitt Smith and Lela Bell Patrick. Mrs. At-kinson graduated from the Kennard High School and married Woodrow Wilson Atkinson in Houston County, TX on October 14, 1938. They moved to the Liberty area and opened a shoe repair shop. They were the best cob-blers in the county. Mrs. Atkin-son was a member of the Church of Christ, the Rebecca Lodge, and the Ladies Auxiliary of the Liberty Volunteer Fire Dept. Mrs. Atkinson enjoyed sewing, reading, and quilting. Survivors include her two daughters Bobbie Jean Wages and husband William, of Lib-erty and Mary Hellen Atkinson, of Katy; three sisters Aline Morrow, of Kan., Vera Reeves, of TX. and Maude Jones, of Pasadena; one brother James Smith, of Bryan; three grand-children Jeannette Potts, Francis Frybert, and Crystal Lofsteadt; eight great-grandchildren; and five great-great-grandchildren; and a host of other family mem-bers and friends. Preceded in death by her par-ents Dewitt Smith and Lela Bell Patrick; husband Woodrow Wilson Atkinson; son W. W. Atkinson, Jr.; daughter Lela Kathleen Atkinson; grandson Douglas Potts; and son-in-law Harvey Garness. Funeral Services for Mrs. Willie Mae Atkinson were held Saturday, July 12, at 10:00 a.m. at the Allison Funeral Service Chapel, 1101 North Travis Street, Liberty, TX, with the Reverend Allen Cherry officiating. Interment followed in the Corinth Cemetery in Kennard with the Reverend Jim Ainsworth officiating. Allison Funeral Service

RICHARD THOMAS RUSSELL SR.

Mr. Richard Thomas Russell, Sr., age 84 of Crock-ett, passed away Thursday, July 10, 2008 in the East Texas Medical Center-Crockett. Mr. Russell was born May 18, 1924 in Bradford, Pennsylvania and was a resident of Crockett since 2001, formerly living in Houston. Mr. Russell was a veteran of the U. S. Marine Corps having served during World War II and was also a veteran and retired from the U.S. Army having served dur-ing the Korean Conflict and was the recipient of the Purple Heart, the Bronze Star with valor citation and the Korean Service Medal. Mr. Russell was a member of the Ameri-can Legion Post #134 and Crockett Elks Lodge #1729. Mr. Russell was a R. O. T. C. Instructor for 10 years for the Houston Independent School District. Survivors include his son Dick Russell and wife Marti, of Cypress; daughter Cathy Janak and husband Larry, of Crockett; nine grand-children; 15 great-grand-children; brother Joseph Rus-sell of Huston; sister Eleanor Koontz, of Ill.; sister-in-law Blanche Russell, of Houston; numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives. Preceded in death by his wife Margaret Russell; parents Robert and Mildred Russell; and brothers John Russell and Bob Russell. Military Graveside Funeral Services for Mr. Richard Thomas Russell, Sr. will be held Tuesday, July 15, at 12:00 p.m. in the Houston Na-tional Cemetery with the Rev. Damon Shook officiating. In-terment will follow. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the American Legion Post # 134 Share and Care, P. O. Box 724, Crockett, Texas 75835 or the SPCA of Texas, Attn: De-velopment, 2400 Lone Star Drive, Dallas, Texas 75212. Callaway-Allee Funeral Home

EVELYN JOYCE CHRISTIAN

Mrs. Evelyn Joyce Christian, age 83 of Crockett, passed away Wednesday, July 9, 2008 in the East Texas Medical Center-Crockett. Mrs. Christian was born December 8, 1924 in Kennard, Texas and had lived in Houston County most of her lifetime. Mrs. Christian was retired having worked as a cafeteria supervisor and was a member of the Austonio Baptist Church. Survivors include her daugh-ter Marilyn Moore, of Love-lady; sons Charles Wayne “Bubba” Christian and wife Mary, of Liberty, Billy Bob Christian and wife Brenda, of Crockett; grandchildren Kim Langham, of Lovelady, Robert “Clifford” Moore, Steve Moore, of Magnolia, Dana, Debbie, Robin, all of Ind., Chuck Christian and wife, Michele, of Grapeland, Bradley J. Matlock, Jr. and wife Alicia, of Tomball, Amber Martin and husband Justin, of Crockett; 22 great-grandchildren; six great-great-grandchildren; brothers Clois Millwee and wife Hazel, of Latexo, Tom Millwee and wife Johnnie Belle ,of Porter, Jim “Buck” Millwee and wife Janis, of Quinter, Kan.; numerous nieces, nephews and other rela-tives. Preceded in death by her hus-band W. R. Christian; infant daughter Barbara Ann Chris-tian; brother John Millwee; and son-in-law Robert Moore. Funeral Services for Mrs. Evelyn Joyce Christian were held Saturday, July 12, at 10:00 a. m. in the Callaway-Allee Memorial Chapel with the Rev. Ottis Byers officiat-ing. Interment followed in the Boggs Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Austonio Baptist Church. Callaway-Allee Funeral Home

ROBERT LEE RAMSEY

Mr. Robert Lee Ramsey, (the Birdhouse Man), age 84 of North Little Rock, Arkansas, passed away Thursday, July 10, 2008. Mr. Ramsey was born on September 2, 1923, to John and Maggie Ramsey in Haynes, Ar-kansas. Survivors include his two sis-ters Lois and Jim Waid, and Esther and Jim Moorman, of Texas; two brothers George and Deanna Ramsey, and Albert and Patsy Ramsey, of the Forrest City, Ark. area; daughter, Judy (Young) and husband Fred Cromwell; three granddaugh-ters, Cherri and Jerry Pitts, Carri Frederick and David Day and Latricia and Tracy DuBose; three greatgrandsons; one great-granddaughter; and numerous nieces, nephews and a host of personal and church friends. Preceded in death by his parents John and Maggie Ramsey; wife Anne Ramsey; three brothers Johnny, Clyde and Claude Ramsey; and two sisters Willie McGuire and Alice Hatcher. Please make donations to Ar-kansas Hospice, 5600 West 12th Street, Little Rock, Arkansas 72204 or Fellowship Bible Church-North, One East 52nd Place, North Little Rock, Ar-kansas 72116. A Memorial service will be held at a later date. Online obituary and guest register at www.nlrfh.com. North Little Rock Funeral Home and Cremation Service

LAWRENCE CARROLL “SNUFFY” SPINKS

Mr. Lawrence Carroll “Snuffy” Spinks, age 53 of Crockett, passed away Tuesday, July 8, 2008 at this residence. Mr. Spinks was born August 26, 1954 in Crockett, Texas and was a resident of Crockett most of his life-time. Mr. Spinks had worked for the Texas Electric Company and was a member of the Open Arms Group in Crockett. Survivors include his daugh-ter Joe Lee Spinks, of Groveton; son Lance Spinks, of Texas; sisters and brother Joe Ann Blackwell, Lucy Sherrod, both of Crockett, Sally Reid and husband Bobby, of Port O’Connor, Tommie Corbin and husband Bill, of Nacogdoches, Kirby Spinks and wife Linda, of Crockett, Susie Weisinger and husband Jimmy, of Grapeland; 28 nieces and nephews; 48 great-nieces and great-nephews; three great-great-nieces and great-great-nephews; special friend Wilber Melvin of Crock-ett. Preceded in death by his parents Joe and Lelia J. Spinks; brothers and sister William Rudd Spinks, Nancy Gilbert and Henry Spinks; brothers-in-law Eddie Blackwell and Allan Sherrod; nephew Roy Crawford; and grandmother, Nettie Hallmark. Funeral Services for Mr. Lawrence Carroll “Snuffy” Spinks were held Sunday, July 13, at 2:00 p.m. in the Calla-way-Allee Memorial Chapel with the Rev. Reggie Gregory officiating. Interment followed in the Evergreen Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the charity of choice. Callaway-Allee Funeral Home

REECE MELL WILSON

Mr. Reece Mell Wilson, age 92, passed away Wednesday, July 2, 2008 in Houston. Mr. Wilson was born September 27, 1915 to Lee and Ruth Wilson in Creath community. Mr. Wilson earned a Master of Education and held various positions with the Channelview Independent School District beginning in 1957 until his retirement. Survivors include his daughter Mellanie Wilson and David Young; grandchildren Shawna Kennedy and husband Jason, Laura McFalls and Dorian Borowski; great-grandchildren Shawn and Anna Grace Knudsen and Addison Kennedy; and daughter-in-law Sheila Borowski and Hank Weigartz. Preceded in death by his wife Marjory in 2004; and son Wayne in 1991. Funeral Services for Mr. Reece Mell Wilson were held Wednesday, July 9, at 11:00 a.m. in Houston at Old River Terrace United Methodist Church in Chan-nelview with the Rev. Steve Woody officiating. Burial was held in the Cedar Point Cemetery in Creath on Thursday July 10, at 2:00 p.m. with the Rev. Jim Tom Ains-worth officiating. Pallbearers were Don Calloway, Don Wilks, Ray Burke, Marlen Halbrooks, Bill Anders, and David Strong. For those desiring, memorial contributions may be made ei-ther the Old River Terrace United Methodist Church 16102 East Fwy, Channelview, TX 77530 or to the Cedar Point Cemetery Association, % Marie Hodges, Treasurer, 2801 East Houston Ave. Crockett,TX 75835. San Jacinto Funeral Home

June 2008

W. A. MONK JR.

Mr. W. A. Monk, Jr. age 82 of Tyler, passed away June 29, 2008 in Crockett. Mr. Monk was born September 20, 1925 in Dallas to the late William Alvin and Bertha Tidwell Monk Sr. Mr. Monk was employed and retired from Union Pacific Railroad. Mr. Monk was a member of West Erwin Church of Christ and numerous Genealogical Societies. Survivors include his nephews Bruce Monk and wife Lawanna and Louis A. ”Binky” Monk and wife Debbie, all of Lovelady; great-nieces and great-nephews Mandy Wilson and husband Greg, Kyle Monk and wife Carol, and Brandon Monk, all of Lovelady, Cayla Ables and husband Cody of Tyler; great-great-nephews, Benjamin Monk and Lane Wil-son. Preceded in death by his parents William Alvin and Bertha Tidwell Monk, Sr.: brother and sister-In-Law Benjamin David Monk and wife Doris. Funeral Services for W. A. Monk Jr. were held Wednesday July 2, at 10:00 a.m. at Lloyd James Funeral Home Chapel in Tyler with the Rev. Scott Mat-thews officiating. Interment followed in Sunset Memorial Gardens Gilmer. Pallbearers were Greg Wilson, Cody Ables, Kyle Monk, Brandon Monk, Randy Monk and Ronnie Ferguson. If desired memorials may be made West Erwin Church of Christ 420 West Erwin Street, Tyler, Texas 75702. Lloyd James Funeral Home

JAMES DURWARD OLIVER

Mr. James Durward Oliver, age 83 of Lumberton, passed away Tuesday, July 1, 2008 at Memorial Hermann Baptist Beaumont Hospital. A native of Crockett and resi-dent of the Beaumont area for fifty-five years. Mr. Oliver was a retired mechanic with Kinsel Ford. Mr. Oliver was a United States Army veteran having served World War II in New Guinea, Philippines. Mr. Oliver loved spending time with his family and was a member of Praise Christian Center. Mr. Oliver was an avid hunter, fisherman, loved old westerns and was a Houston Astros fan. Survivors include his wife of 56 years, Janie Oliver, of Lumberton; daughters Susan Cox and husband Gary, of Lumberton and Debbie Ray and husband Kenny, of Beaumont; son-in-law Brad Butler, of Lumberton; Scott Apple and wife Carman; four grandsons; five granddaughters; one great-grandson; seven great-great-granddaugh-ters; brother, Gar-lan Oliver, of San Antonio; and numerous nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by his daughter Robin Butler preceded him in death. Funeral Services for Mr. James Durward Oliver were held Thursday, July 3, at 10:00 a.m. at Praise Christian Center. Interment followed in Daniel Cemetery in Kountze. Memorial contributions may be made to Praise Christian Center, 8325 Walker Road, Beaumont, TX. 77708. Complete and updated information may be viewed at www.broussardsmortuary.com http://www.broussardsmortuary.com/. Broussard’s Mortuary

QUINCY THOMAS “Q.T.”-“DUD” HACKETT SR.

Mr. Quincy Thomas “Q.T.”-“Dud” Hackett Sr., age 89 of Crockett, passed away June 18, 2008. Mr. Hackett was born October 18, 1918 in Crockett to Isaac and Modella Hackett Sr. At an early age he accepted Christ and became a member of Mount Olive Missionary Baptist Church under the leadership of the late Pastor Earl Andrews and the late A.C. Harris. Mr. Hackett was present for the rebuilding and rededication of Mount Olive Missionary Baptist Church in 1946. Mr. Hackett attended school in Post Oak Community. Mr. Hackett joined the United States Army and served his country honorably for four years, where he held the highest rank of sergeant. Mr. Hackett received the American Defense Service Medal, the EAME Campaign Medal with four bronze stars, and the Good Conduct Medal. Mr. Hackett was a farmer and rancher. Mr. Hackett became a member of the “Evening Wayside Masonic Lodge #538, Lovelady, Texas 1980. On July 27, 1946 he met the love of his life Veola Hamilton. To this union 10 children were born. Survivors include his brother Dick B. Hackett Sr., “D.B.” (Betty); eight children Quincy Thomas Hackett Jr. (Mandy), Edward D. Hackett (Estella), Freddie C. Hackett (Sophia), Sarah Foreman (John), John L. Hackett (Gloria), Kathleen Belford (Foster), Evelyn Bowens (Willie), and John T. Bailey; 27 grandchildren; 39 great-grandchildren; and a host of nieces, nephews, great-nices, great-nephews, cousins, friends and colleagues. Preceded in death by his two sisters and four brothers Ber-nicel Scott, Lucille Jackson, James Hackett, Isaac Hackett Jr., Columbus Hackett and Ed-ward M. Hackett; Catherine Hackett, Isaac Brenard Hackett and Doris Marie Yarborough. Funeral Services for Mr. Quincy Thomas “Q.T.”-“DUD” Hackett Sr. were held Saturday, June 28, at 11:00 a.m. at St. Luke Missionary Baptist Church in Crockett with Pastor Ralph P. Taylor and Pastor Wil-liam Troy Purvis.

JANE GERICK

Mrs. Jane Gerick, age 68 of Lovelady, passed away Satur-day, June 28, 2008 in the East Texas Medical Center-Crockett. Mrs. Gerick was born December 8, 1939 in Houston County, Texas and was a resi-dent of Lovelady for the past 19 years. Mrs. Gerick was retired having worked for J. C. Penney in sales. Survivors include her husband Louis Gerick, of Lovelady; brothers Wayne Huntsman and wife Carolyn, of Lovelady and Victor Huntsman and wife Bea, of Katy; sisters Charlene Bartee and husband Quinn, of Lovelady, JoAnn Friudenberg and husband Fred, of Lake Jackson, Martha Huntsman, Doris Driskell and husband Troy, all of Lovelady; numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives. Preceded in death by her parents Berlin and Artie Huntsman; and mother-in-law and father-in-law Louie and Mary Gerick. Funeral Services for Mrs. Jane Gerick were held Tuesday, July 1, at 10:00 a.m. in the Cal-laway-Allee Memorial Chapel with the Rev. Doug Howell officiating. Interment followed in the Lovelady Evergreen Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Charity of Choice. Callaway-Allee Funeral Home

HORACE BAYNE (MUTT) KNOX

Mr. Horace Bayne (Mutt) Knox, age 88 owner of Knox Furniture Store, passed away at Whitehall Nursing Home on June 21, 2008. Mutt was born March 11, 1920, in Houston County, to the late Leo and Dovie Arnold Knox. Mr. Knox school years were spent in Crockett, where he graduated from Crockett High School in 1938. Mr. Knox proudly at-tended Baylor University, graduating in 1942 with a Bachelor of Business Admini-stration. Mr. Knox worked at Waco Hall on the Baylor Cam-pus to pay for his education. Mr. Knox served in the United States Marine Corps from 1942-1945, serving in the Pacific Theater during World War II and earning the rank of First Lieutenant. Mr. Knox participated in operations associated with the Guadalcanal Campaign, the Battle of Cape Gloucester, the Battle of Peleliu, and the Battle of Oki-nawa. Mr. Knox was awarded both the Silver Star and two Bronze Stars for heroism, and received numerous other personal and campaign medals. Mr. Knox continued to serve as a Captain in the Marine Corps Reserve following World War II, and his time of service was a source of pride to him. When he shared stories of his time in the service with his son and grandsons, they were able to see the man that few other people knew. In 1945, Mr. Knox returned to his hometown of Crockett, and be-gan working for his father, Leo, at Knox Furniture. Mr. Knox would later became the manager and sole owner. During his days at Baylor University and during the war years, he knew he would return to Crockett to make his home. Mr. Knox was proud to tell people that he had been “right here at Knox Furni-ture for over 60 years.” If Mr. Knox had a personal motto, it would have been “Salesmanship and Service.” The longtime owner of Knox Furniture loved selling and per-sonally knowing his customers. His service to the community was on-going. Mr. Knox felt that the expansion and beautifi-cation of his store mirrored his efforts to stimulate economic development in Crockett. Mr. Knox led a very fulfilled life running the business that he loved, serving the community, and spending time with his many friends playing golf. His love of this game has been passed down several gen-erations. His grandchildren gathered many great memories behind the wheel of ‘Bapaw’s golf cart.’ Mr. Knox was also a hunter and enjoyed his time on the deer lease with his friends. Their “camp” was a source of great enjoyment. He taught his children and grand-children how to hunt, fish and enjoy nature and conservation of wildlife and natural re-sources. On June 8, 1947, he was united in marriage to Dorothy “Dottie” Jane Eubank in Dallas. His marriage to Dottie set the foundation for all of his suc-cesses. Their closeness during their 61 years of marriage was obvious to everyone. He was quoted as saying “she is an im-portant factor in business and with the children.” Mr. Knox was always quick to praise her talents and her individual ser-vice to the community. He was proud of their strong marriage and the fact that all decisions (personal, business, or commu-nity) were made together. Mr. Knox enjoyed travel and was very proud of having visited all 50 states and many countries. “Foreigners” was the term he often used for anyone outside of the great State of Texas. His road trip to Alaska was an adventure that he talked about for years. Mr. Knox had a great sense of humor and best of all could laugh at himself. He never met anyone that he didn’t consider a friend and someone to get to know. Mr. Knox was a member of First Baptist Church, Crockett, where he raised his family and was a member of the A.S. Lee Men’s Bible Class. He was the first president of the Crockett Jaycee’s and organized the building of the park swimming pool, promoted and ran the Fid-dler’s Festival in Crockett, and helped plan the first rodeo that is now hosted by the Crockett Lions Club. Mr. Knox was also President of the Lions Club, serving the club in all areas of stewardship to the community. He was President and a member of the Crockett School Board for many years, taking an active role in both the academic and athletic life of the school. Mr. Knox served as President of the Houston County Economic Development Foundation that was instrumental in securing the Dolly Madison Furniture factory and other industries. He served as the director of two local banks. He was a Life Member of the Masonic Lodge and Shriners International Fraternity. He took pride in being a member of the Baylor Bear Foundation and watching members of his family attend the University he loved so much. Mr. Knox had a love for his family, his work and especially for Crockett. He will always be remembered as an honorable and loving husband, dad, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother and friend. Survivors include his wife Dorothy Knox, of Crockett; son Larry Ray Knox and wife Suzan, of Crockett; daughters Barbara Knox Buholz, of Crockett, and Debbie Knox Barton and husband Wes, of Ruston, La.; seven grandchildren Trisha Knox Woodford and husband Heath, Bradley L. Knox and wife Jordan, all of Crockett, Mark A. Buholz and wife Stephanie, of Dallas, Kathryn B. Dennison and husband Gabe, of Austin, Jake W. Barton and wife Karen, of Cypress, Kevin W. Barton, of Nacogdoches and Luke W. Barton, of Huntsville; great-grandchildren, Jack C. Woodford, Tori Woodford, and Cordell L. Knox, all of Crockett;. sisters Peggy K. Mattox and husband Bob, of Crockett and Alma K. Taylor, of Abilene; brother-n-law Murphy George, of Lufkin; and aunt Minnie Arnold Hester, of Crockett; numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives and many longtime friends. Preceded in death by his infant child; parents Leo and Dovie Knox; one brother Willie Hayne Knox; and sisters Doris Faye Knox, Dorothy Knox Hill Barker, and Bettye Knox George. Funeral Services for Mr. Horace Bayne (Mutt) Knox were held at 2:30 PM, June 23, at First Baptist Church in Crockett with the Rev. Jeff Moran, of Houston, and the Rev. Reggie Gregory officiating. Interment followed in Evergreen Memorial Park. Serving as Pallbearers were Bradley L. Knox, Mark A. Buholz, Jake W. Barton, Kevin W. Barton, Luke W. Barton, Gabe Dennison and Heath Woodford. Honorary Pallbearers were Mr. Morris (Boog) Easterly, and Mr. Ronald Dowell. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made in his name to the National Multiple Sclerosis Society, Lone Star Chapter, P. O. Box 816148, Dallas, Texas 75381-6148 or to the charity of choice. Callaway-Allee Funeral Home

JONATHAN VICKERS

Mr. Jonathan Vickers age 18, of Crockett, passed away Saturday, June 21, 2008. Mr. Vickers was born June 10, 1990 in Huntsville, Texas and lived in Crockett all of his lifetime. Mr. Vickers was a 2008 Graduate of Crockett High School and was a member of the Crockett High School Bulldog Golf Team. Mr. Vickers was a member of the First Baptist Church in Crock-ett. Survivors include his parents Jack and Kristi Vickers, of Crockett; grandparents Walter and Peggy Cook, of Grapeland, Gerald Fuller, of Laredo; aunt and uncles Jerry Vickers, Deb-bie Bird, both of Crockett, Kelly Cook, of Grapeland; cousins Shelle Vickers, of Crockett, Jerrod Vickers and wife Tiffany, of Conroe, Brandy Bird and wife Danielle, of Elk-hart, Shawn Bird of Ardmore, Ala., Kris Bird, of Athens, Ala., Stormi Cook, of Grapeland. Preceded in death by his grandparents Price and Johnnie Vickers. Funeral Services for Mr. Jonathan Vickers were held Monday, June 23, at 10:00 a.m. in the First Baptist Church in Crockett with the Rev. Ottis Byers and the Rev. Mikey Osborne officiating. Interment followed in the Rice Cemetery. Pallbearers were Cameron Dean, Justin McClain, Travis Kenley, Case Craycraft, Ryan Robinson, Jay Maxwell, Mat-thew Bradshaw, David Arvizu and Bill Kennedy. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the First Baptist Church Youth, 801 E. Goliad, Crockett, Texas 75835. Callaway-Allee Funeral Home

BILL KING

Mr. Bill King, age 88 of Crockett, passed away Tuesday, June 23, 2008 in the East Texas Medical Center-Crockett. Mr. King was born July 31, 1919 in Reno, Texas and had lived in Crockett since 1983, previously living in Mesquite. Mr. King was a veteran and retiree of the U. S. Air Force having served during World War II. Mr. King had worked for Texas Instruments for 17 years. Mr. King served as Chaplain for East Texas Medical Center for 12 years, was a member and served as Chaplain for the Bluebonnet Camping Club for 25 years and was a volunteer for Meals on Wheels for 12 years. Mr. King was a former member for 17 years of the First Presbyterian Church in Crockett serving as church elder for 12 years and was currently a member of the Sunset Christian Church in Grapeland serving as church elder. Survivors include wife Anna Omelina King, of Crockett; son William F. King, Jr. and wife Cecilia, of Denton; grandsons Paul King of Denton, William F. King III and wife Amy, of the U. S. Army, Hawaii; great-grandchildren Andrew King, Hazan King, of Hawaii Preceded in death by his parents John Thomas and Willie Agnes King; and brother Charles King. Funeral Services for Mr. Bill King were held Thursday, June 26, 2008 at 10:00 a.m. in the Sunset Christian Church with Dr. Vance Drum and the Rev. Jim Tom Ainsworth officiating. Military Graveside Services followed in the Evergreen Me-morial Park. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Sunset Christian Church, P.O. Box 878, Grapeland, Texas 75844. Callaway-Allee Funeral Home

MRS. CARL OTIS MURRAY JR.

Mrs. Carl Otis Murray, Jr., age 68 of Crockett, passed away Friday, June 13, 2008 at her residence in Crockett. Mrs. Murray was born March 20, 1940 in Thomson, Georgia and had lived in Crockett since 1976. Mrs. Murray was owner and operator of Crockett Travel for many years. Mrs. Murray was a member of the DAR and the National Society of Colonial Dames XVIII Century. Descendant of Dr. Woodson, of Virginia. Mrs. Murray was also a member of the All Saints Church, Episcopal in Crockett. Survivors include her son William H. Wells and wife Kelley, of Houston; grandson Private First Class William H. Wells III of U. S. M. C.; step-daughter Carla Shaver and hus-band Robert, of Denver, Colo.; step-granddaughter Anne Elizabeth Shaver, of Denver, Colo.; brother Herschel Daniel Evans, of Bealloville, Md.; cousins Janet Wuichet of Hogansville, Ga., Betty Bailey, of Tenn., Lon Crawley, of Ga., Mary Gibson, of Va. and James Roscoe Greene, of Miss.; numerous other relatives. Preceded in death by husband, Dr. Carl O. Murray, Jr. in 2007. Funeral Services for Mrs. Carl Otis Murray, Jr. were held Friday, June 20, at 2:00 p.m. in the All Saints Church, Episco-pal in Crockett with the Rev. John Chase officiating. Interment followed in the Ever-green Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the All Saints Church, Episco-pal, 1301 E. Houston Ave., Crockett, Texas 75835 or Char-ity of Choice. Callaway-Allee Funeral Home

ELWYN L. LOCKEY

Mr. Elwyn L. Lockey, age 83 of Houston, passed away Tuesday, June 17, 2008 in the Triumph Hospital in Houston. Mr. Lockey was born May 2, 1925 in Latexo, Texas and had lived in Houston most of his lifetime. He was a veteran of the U.S. Navy having served during World War II. Mr. Lockey was retired having worked as a salesman. Survivors include his children Wallace Lockey and wife Doris Ann, of Montgomery, Gwen Flowers and husband Bobby, of Porter; grandchildren Lawrence Lockey, of Montgomery, Dorene Lockey, of Willis, Shelly Winn,of Humble and Brian Flowers of Houston; seven great-grandchildren; sis-ters Gwen Wheat, of Calif. and Norma Jean Roach, of Rockwall; numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives. Preceded in death by his mother Irene Lockey Prim; and brother Joe Delton Lockey Funeral Services for Mr. Elwyn L. Lockey were held Thursday, June 19, at 1:00 p.m. in the Callaway-Allee Memorial Chapel with the Rev. John Goss officiating. Military graveside services followed in the Evergreen Memorial Park. Interment will follow. Callaway-Allee Funeral Home

JACQUELYN AUGUSTA ERLYNNE KEATON THOMAS

Jacquelyn Augusta Erlynne Keaton Thomas, former long-time resident of El Paso, Texas went to be with our Lord on June 12, 2008. She was born in Kentwood, LA on December 27, 1939 to Maye Pennella Richardson (d.) and Adolphus Keaton (d.). Her spirit lives on in the hearts of her beloved babies: Raymond, Roxane, Major, Jr. and his wife Michelle; her grandchildren: Talia, Felicia, Frederick and Major III; her siblings: Vanzie Richardson, Marvin Hall and Jimmi Sisco and in the hearts of all of her neices, nephews, grand-neices, grand-nephews and friends. Celebration services will be held at St. Paul A.M.E. Church 1554 Gears Road, Houston, Texas, 77067 Wednesday June 18, 2008 at 11am.

LENORA PAULINE SIMON

Mrs. Lenora Pauline Simon, age 59 of Crockett, passed away Saturday, June 14, 2008, in the M.D. Anderson Hospital in Houston, Texas. Mrs. Simon was born February 18, 1949 to the union of Mr. and Mrs. El-bert Warren and was the 12th of 13 children born to their union. At an early age she accepted Christ as her personal Savior at St. Matthew Baptist Church. She was a member of New Pleasant Grove Baptist Church until her home going. Pauline attended school at Williams Jr. and High School and was the first young lady ever to be crowned Mrs. Williams High. In 1966 she attended Ralph Bunch High School her senior year where she graduated. After graduating, she moved to Houston, Texas and worked for Hermann Hospital. In 1967, she met and married Rommie Lee White, Sr. on July 26, 1967 and to this union 5 children were born. Mrs. Simon returned to Crockett, Texas and worked for the Houston County Hospital and had also worked for several of the Nursing Homes. Mrs. Simon accepted a job with First National Bank in Crockett where she worked for 18 years until her retirement. Mrs. Simon met Matthew Simon and they were married in 1999. Mrs. Simon was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, sister, aunt and friend. Left to cherish her life, love and memory are her four children Malinda Jenkins and Gaylon Taylor, of Houston, Adonis Warren and Linda Tryon, Earon White and Laterica McCullough, Rommie Lee White, Jr., all of Crockett; her loving husband Matthew Simon, of Crockett; three step children Hellen Perkins, Uneka Boggess and Francheskia Simon, of Houston; numerous loving grandchildren and great-grandchildren; four sisters Shirley White and husband Nor-ris, of Houston, Ora Jean Reagans and husband Elliott, Bobby Bacon and husband, Se-lester, all of Crockett, Joyce William, of Riverside; three brothers James Warren, of Crockett, Elvin Warren, Charles Ray Warren, of Dallas; sisters-in-law Bobby Simon, of Crock-ett, Berthina Simon, of Tyler, Virginia Simon, of Los Ange-les, Calif.; brothers-in-law John Simon and wife Sandra, of Con-roe, Charles Simon and wife Artie, of Crockett; numerous nieces, nephews and other rela-tives. Preceded in death by her son Reginald White; mother and father Ethel and Elbert Warren; sister Ethel Mae Warren; and brothers James Elbert Warren, Dave Warren, Sammie Lee Warren and Earl Warren. Funeral Services for Mrs. Lenora Pauline Simon were held Saturday, June 21, 2008 at 11:00 a.m. in the St. Lukes Baptist Church with the Rev. Kenneth Regans, the Rev. Norris J. White, the Rev. Otis Brown, the Rev. Elliott Reagans, Sr. and the Rev. Gaylon Taylor, Sr. officiating. Interment followed in the Forest Lawn Cemetery. Callaway-Allee Funeral Home

REVEREND GERALD EASTERLY

Rev. Gerald Easterly, age 87 of Crockett, passed away Tuesday, June 17, 2008 in the East Texas Medical Center-Tyler. Rev. Easterly was born March 19, 1921 in Houston County, Texas and had lived in the area most of his lifetime. Rev. Easterly was a veteran of the U.S. Army having served during World War II as a Lieuten-ant. Rev. Easterly was a 1942 graduate of Texas A & M and in 1950 he received a Master’s Degree in Education from Sam Houston State University. Rev. Easterly was a member of the Texas A&M former Student Association. Rev. Easterly was a minister and the founder of the Talent Sharing Community Church. Since 1961, Rev. East-erly enjoyed ministering in the local and county jails and in the Texas Prison Systems. Survivors include his sons Jimmy Easterly and wife Terry, of Bryan, Jerry Easterly and wife Nancy, of Houston; grandson Jason Easterly and wife Melissa, of Dallas; granddaughters Darby Humplik and husband Matt, of Denver, Colo., Marlene Cogwin and husband Mark, Carissa Todd and husband Brandon, all of Houston; brother Morris “Boog” Easterly and wife Bernice, of Crockett; nieces and nephew Linda Easterly, Jamie Easterly, both of Crockett and Martha Dee Easterly, of Houston. Preceded in death by his wife Mary Ellen Easterly. Funeral Services for Rev. Ge-rald Easterly were held Sunday, June 22, at 2:00 p.m. in the Harvest Church in Crockett. Interment followed in the Pleas-ant Grove Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Talent Sharing Africa Fund c/o Citizens National Bank, P. O. Box 1420, Crockett, Texas 75835, Pleasant Grove Ceme-tery Association, 1306 Planta-tion Dr., Crockett, Texas 75835 or Charity of Choice. Callaway-Allee Funeral Home

FLOSSIE MARIE BEAN

Ms. Flossie Marie Bean, age 84, answered the call of her Heavenly Father on Sunday, June 8, 2008. Ms. Bean was born April 8, 1924 in Houston County and was the eighth of 14 children to the late Jimmy and Willie Parks Bean. Ms. Bean attended school in the Hickory Creek Community. Ms. Bean accepted Christ at an early age at New Pleasant Grove Missionary Baptist Church. Later continued her active involvement in the Church of the Living God. After becoming a resident of Whitehall Nursing Home, she continued her Christian journey as she fellowshipped with various churches. On January 14, 1940, Ms. Bean was united in Holy Mat-rimony with Mr. Dean Odums. To this union, three children were born. Ms. Bean reared her children ensuring that her guid-ance would adequately prepare them for adulthood. Ms. Bean also reared many nieces and nephews who are fond of her as if she were their mother, al well. Survivors include her three children Ray Frances Strange (Willie), of Fort Worth, Julius Odums (Carolyn), of Houston and Ruby Evans (Earnest), of Crockett; 11 grandchildren; 24 great-grandchildren; two great-great-grandchildren; two sisters Burnette Watson Gales, of Lovelady and Patsy Bean Washington, of Huntsville; two sisters-in-law Willie Mae Bean, of Houston and Iver Bean, of Crockett; one brother-in-law John Ray Thomas (Marie), of Mesquite; three devoted friends Ms. Lagoria White, Ms. Grace Evans and Ms. Cecelia Benton; a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Funeral Services for Ms. Flossie Marie Bean were held Saturday, June 14, at 11:00 a.m. at Simpson Chapel Baptist Church with Rev. Lionel Whitaker and Rev. M. Waddle officiating. Interment followed in McKelvey Cemetery. The Bearers of the Bier were Royland Armstead, Earnest Evans, III, Kevin Strange, Jacob Evans, DeGerrian Evans, Alex-ander Evans, Benny Robinson, Roderick Armstead, Keitrick Robinson, kurtlyn Evans, Roy-land Armstead, Jr. and Brennan Evans. Honorary Bearers were Kimmy Watson, Larry Bean, James Bean, Garry Bean, Byron Scott, Darrell Bean, Archie Bean, Anthony Bean, Jason Jones, Billy Scott, Ralph Watson, Gerald Bean, Kenneth Benton, Corwin King and James Benton. Flower Bearers were Grand-daughters. Barkley Mortuary

FRANK H. CREATH

Our beloved husband, father, brother, PaPoo and uncle Frank Creath left his earthly bounds on Sunday, June 15, 2008. He graduated to glory to be with his Lord and Savior. Frank had recently been re-elected to his fourth term as Smith County Precinct 2 Constable. Mr. Creath was born in Amarillo, Texas to James Frank and Opal Corbitt Creath on De-cember 2, 1941, five days before the attack on Pearl Harbor. His mother once quipped he was “trying to beat the Japanese.” The family moved back to East Texas during World War II, and it is there that Frank became known to everyone as “Peewee” because of his slight build as a child. Growing up a country boy on the old family farm, Peewee was a master of mischief and was forever bringing home small animals and reptiles he rescued and kept in his closet. It was here in this rural setting that Frank honed his slightly sarcastic sense of humor on his two younger sisters and two older brothers. After graduating from Glover High School in 1959 and attending Stephen F. Austin State College, he moved on to Houston and began a ca-reer in the automotive repair industry. While in Houston, Frank married Carolyn, now his wife of 45 years. Houston was the birthplace of Frank and Carolyn's two boys, Greg and Christopher. His automotive repair career eventually brought him and his growing family to Tyler in 1968. After working for various auto dealerships as a mechanic and repair shop manager, he started his own automotive repair business, Front Street Tire & Service. Soon afterwards, in 1972 his daughter Tiffany was a wel-comed addition to the family. The move to Tyler started two formative events which oc-curred in short order. First, in the late 1960s Frank became involved in the Tyler Police Department's Reserve Unit and served with them for many years. It was also during this time that his youngest son, Christopher, suffered a tragic accident. This loss spurred Frank to refocus his life into serving not only his family, but his community as a whole. In 1996 Frank ran for, and was elected to the position of Smith County Precinct 2 Constable. Since that first victory, he en-joyed three more successful elections, the latest in March of this year. Frank would be the first to tell you he had the perfect job ~ he absolutely loved his position as Precinct 2 Constable. While Constable, Frank continued his law enforcement training, eventually receiving his Master Peace Officer Certification and served over 39 years in law enforcement. He was also awarded endorsements by the East Texas Fraternal Or-der of Police, Lodge 51, and Tyler Patrolman Association. He also provided volunteer services to the community through the MDA Jailathon, Special Olympics, Susan Komen Breast Cancer Run, Rose Parade, Beauty and the Beast Bike Race, City of Bullard parades, and many other non-profit organizations. Frank's priority was to lend a hand when called upon to serve the community. In addition to his community service, he pro-vided security at the High Caliber Gun and Knife Show. Mr. Creath called Teaselville his home. It was here on their beloved “little farm” that he and Carolyn relished in their hobby of raising cows and watching their grandchildren grow up. Survivors include his wife of 45 years, Carolyn Creath of Flint; son Greg Creath and his wife Mary, of Whitehouse; daughter Tiffany and her hus-band Zach Riddlesperger, of Whitehouse; five grandchildren, Mary Helen Creath, Foster Creath, Amanda Creath, Zane Riddlesperger, and Caleb Rid-dlesperger; brother J.C. Creath and his wife Andrea,, of Hous-ton; two sisters Ann Curry and her husband Virgil, of Flint and Mary Julian and her husband Ralph, of Asheville, N.C.; and several nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by his parents James and Opal Creath; and son Christopher Lee Creath. Services are scheduled for 2:00 p.m., June 18th at Stewart Family Funeral Home, 7525 Old Jacksonville in Tyler with Bro. Ron Moore officiating. Burial will follow in Cathedral in the Pines Cemetery. Pallbearers were Gary Middleton, Pat Hendrix, Glenn Potter, Chris Draffkorn, Jeff Hall, and David Peddy. Honorary Pallbearers were doctors and staff of East Texas Medical Center Cancer Center, Steven Curry, Damon Creath, Aja Julian, Jackie Creath, Tyler Police Department, Smith County Sherriff’s Department, Smith County Constables’ Offices. If desired, memorials may be made to Light the Night at www.lightthenight.org or 866-812-WALK or the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society, North Texas Chapter, 8111 LBJ Freeway, Suite 425, Dallas, Texas 757251, www.Leukemia-lymphoma.org or 800-955-4572. Stewart Family Funeral Home

ALICE STESHETZ SATTERWHITE

Mrs. Alice Steshetz Satterwhite, age 81, was born June 13, 1926 in Detroit, Michigan. Alice passed away peacefully on May 3, 2008 at the home of her daughter, Lee (Satterwhite) Pausky and son-in-law Paul Pausky of College Station, Texas from compli-cations of emphysema. Mrs. Satterwhite was to turn 82 in June. Along with daughter Lee and family. Survivors include her sons D. Michael Satterwhite, PhD and wife Debbee, of Lewiston, Idaho and Alan Satterwhite and wife Yvonne, of Columbus, Ohio and Tampa, Florida; granddaughters Alexandra (Allie) Pausky, of College Station, Jennifer and husband Mark Lundy; great-grandsons Patrick, Jameson and Liam of Powell, Ohio and Amy and husband Tim Arnholt, of Worthington, Ohio; dear childhood friends Helen Nelson, of St. Petersburg, Fla. and Katherine Alexander, of Farmington, Mich.; three nieces; one nephew and their families in Michigan and California. Preceded in death by her husband Travis F. Satterwhite of Crockett; parents Alexandra and Ivan Steshetz; and her brothers Alex and John of Detroit. A Celebration of Life for Mrs. Alice Steshetz were held Sunday, June 15, at 2:15 p.m. at the Crockett Inn. Donations may be made to Hospice Brazos Valley 979-821-2266 in her memory. Callaway-Allee Funeral Home

CHARLES WAYNE “PAW PAW” KIRBY

On Sunday, June 8, 2008, Charles Wayne “Paw Paw” Kirby gave his life serving his community and fellow man. In the early morning hours of June 8, his life was taken suddenly operating a life flight mission. Wayne’s life of service was one filled with serving in a vari-ety of ways and places. Of course, his most recent call to service began in January 2007 when he became one of four PHI Air Med pilots on the Air Med 12 Unit Team based out of Coulter Field in Bryan. His 32-year employment with PHI began in January 1976 until Sunday, June 8, 2008. During his tenure with PHI, he served the company in many locations along the Gulf Coast in support of the oil and gas industries. Prior to joining PHI’s Air Medical Unit here in Bryan, he was a pilot for PHI’s operation in Cabinda, Angola, for 12 years. Wayne was born in Houston to Mamie and C.L Kirby on September 10, 1944. He was a member of Broadway Baptist Church for many years until he recently moved his membership to First Baptist Church in Bryan. He graduated from Charles H. Milby High School in 1963. After graduation, Wayne be-came a full time student at Sam Houston State in Huntsville, Texas, and later was a student at the University of Houston in Houston. While a student at the University of Houston, he mar-ried Sally Jean Vinson at Riverview Baptist Church on November 27, 1965. After his tour of duty in the military, Wayne later completed a Bache-lor of Science in economics from the University of Maryland in January 1976. Given his life of service, it seems only fitting that Wayne gave nine years of his life in the U.S. Army serving his country. He was commissioned a 2nd Lieutenant as a field artillery officer. However, he soon fell in love with flying and later went to flight school, graduating in February 1968. After graduation, he served two aviation tours in Vietnam; one with the Air Cavalry at Tay Ninh and one with the 20th En-gineering Brigade at Bien Hoa. He was honorably discharged from the Army in November 1975 after completing a tour with the 25th Aviation Brigade in Mainz, Germany. During his time in Vietnam, he received the following awards for his flying service: the Distinguished Flying Cross, Bronze Star, Air Medals, a Bro-ken Wing Award and an honor-able discharge. Until the present accident, as a civilian pilot, he completed 32 years of accident-free flying service. Wayne’s hobbies outside of work included motorcycle rid-ing. He was the proud owner of two Harley Davidson motorcy-cles and was a member of the local Brazos De Dios Motorcy-cle Club. He had a love for all kinds of hunting, especially hunting deer. But no hobby or love of hobby was greater than Paw Paw’s love for his grandchil-dren, Tyler, Hannah, Sarah and Seth. Fortunately for them and him, his last day was dedicated to creating beautiful memories with them. Wayne meant a tremendous amount to his family. Even though our loss is great, we take comfort in knowing Wayne had a saving relationship with his Savior Jesus Christ. John 1:6 reads, “Love means living the way God commanded us to live…Live a life of love.” He was preceded in death by his father, Charles Louis “C.L.” Kirby. Survivors include his 95-year-old mother, Mamie Margaret “NaNa” Kirby of Lovelady, Texas; aunt, Minnie Hester of Crockett, Texas; loving wife of 42 years, Sally Jean Kirby; son and daughter-in-law, Ronald Wayne and Heather Lea Kirby of Brenham; daughter Kari Ann Kirby of Bryan, four grandchil-dren, Tyler James Wilson of Bryan, Hannah Elizabeth Kirby, Sarah Abigail Kirby and Seth Jacob Kirby, all of Brenham; sister and brother-in-law, Shirley Ann and Gary N. Joiner of Boerne, Texas; two brothers-in-law, James Charles Vinson of Victoria, Texas, and Timothy Scott Vinson and wife, Deborah Faye, of Deer Park, Texas; and many relatives, nieces, nephews and cousins from Texas, Lou-isiana, Mississippi and Califor-nia. A memorial service will be held for Wayne at 2 p.m. Sunday, June 15, at First Baptist Church in Bryan. A visitation among family and friends will be held following the memorial service in the atrium of First Baptist Church in Bryan. A later burial will follow at the National Cemetery at Fort Sam Houston in San Antonio. So much has been written about Wayne’s service to his community and country and as important as they are, none surpasses the way in which he devoted his life to serving and meeting the needs of his family. Each member has benefited from his love and generosity. No one more so than his wife Sally. She has been battling colon cancer for the last 11 years and it goes without saying she owes him a debt of gratitude for the selfless way he went about meeting her needs. Oh how you will be missed, sweet Wayne. Our family mourns not only for Wayne, but also with the families of Jana, Stephanie and Mr. Disman. In lieu of flowers, the family is asking that memorials may be made to the Building or General Fund at First Baptist Church, 3100 Cambridge Dr., Bryan, TX 77802. Please view and sign the guestbook at www.hillierfuneralhome.com http://www.hillierfuneralhome.com> . Hillier Funeral Home

MARY JANE WOOTEN MCCULLOUGH

Mrs. Mary Jane Wooten McCullough, age 72, born Sep-tember 16, 1935 in Crockett, Texas to Tommy Murphy and Ordell Washington Murphy, passed away on Sunday, June 8, 2008 at home surrounded by family in Crockett. She leaves nine children and their families to mourn her pass-ing along with many friends from her church and commu-nity. Funeral Services for Mrs. Mary Jane Wooten McCullough will be held at 1:00 p.m. Satur-day, June 14, at New Pleasant Grove Missionary Baptist Church in Crockett with Rev. Winston Spencer officiating. Interment will follow in the Jiel Huntley Cemetery. The family invites you to celebrate her life through a website established for Mary at MEM.com. There you can share your personal condolences and "Mary stories" and see addi-tional history and photos of her life. Barkley Mortuary

DAVID NEAL SPRUILL

Mr. David Neal Spruill, age 29 of Canton, passed away Sat-urday, June 7, 2008. Mr. Spruill was born July 2, 1978 in Crock-ett, Texas and had been living in Canton for the past 6 months. Mr. Spruill was a vet-eran of the U.S. Army having served in operations in Kuwait and Iraq. Mr. Spruill was a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints in Wills Point, Texas. Survivors include his wife Anastasia Spruill, of Canton; sons Logan and Conner Spruill, of Canton; daughter Tara Spruill, of Canton; mother Charlotte Mannino and husband Charles, of Livingston; father Bobby Spruill, of Crockett; brother Michael Spruill, of Nederland; nephew Nathan Spruill, of Nederland; uncle Richard Spruill, of Crockett; aunts Sherry Sedtal and husband Joseph, of Moscow, Pamela Clark and husband Allan, of Houston, Monica Jan-nise and husband Ronnie, of Beaumont and Melody Terro of Long Island, N.Y.; grandmother Mildred Knapp and husband Robert, of Nederland. Preceded in death by his grandparents William and Lucille Spruill; grandfather Herbert Terro; great-great-grandparents Lee and Lois Bea-vers, Lem and Annie Spruill; and cousin Valerie Getz. Funeral Services for Mr. David Neal Spruill were held Wednesday, June 11, at 2:00 p.m. in the Callaway-Allee Memorial Chapel with Branch President Robert Bray officiat-ing. Interment followed in the Evergreen Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Children of David Spruill. Callaway-Allee Funeral Home

JEWEL GROVES WHITE

Mrs. Jewel Groves White, passed away Sunday, June 8, 2008 in Houston, Texas and was born July 23, 1920, to Mr. Ed Groves and Zemlia Cooper. Mrs. White attended Williams High School. Mrs. White accepted Christ at an early age and joined Union Prairie Baptist Church and later joined Porter Springs Church of God In Christ, where she faithfully served as Church Secretary and Sunday School Superintendent for more than sixty years. Mrs. White married Tyree White, and remained happily married until the time of his death. Along with her husband Tyree, Jewel lived in harmony with her neighbors and faithful served the Crockett Community. Mrs. White was a loving wife and dedicated mother. Mrs. White and her husband Tyree, sought to raise their children in the fear of admonition of the Lord by precept and example. Mrs. White legacy of faith and family is demonstrated through her children and their families, and will live on through generations to come. Mrs. White leaves behind a wonderful legacy of love with her family, church and community. Although, she is not longer with us in her earthly temple, we know that she is singing down from Heaven, “May the life I lived speak for me”. Survivors include her six sons Norris White and wife Shirley, Charles White and wife Versia, all of Houston, Tyree White, Jr. and wife Joyce, of Arlington, Robert White and wife Betty, of Houston, Norman White and wife Linda, of The Woodlands and Lee White and wife Margie, of Austin; three daughters Geraldine White Gillespie and husband Countee, of Houston, Shirley White Murphy and hus-band Rory, of Missouri City and Beverly White Collins and hus-band Winston, of Bensalem, Pa.; three sisters Golden Jen-kins, Gerda Taylor, both of Houston and Deyo Norwood, of Sacrmento, Calif.; a special cousin and dear friend, Alber-tine Jones of Crockett; 21 grandchildren; 18 great-grandchildren; four great-great-grandchildren; and a host of family and friends. Preceded in death by her loving husband Tyree White, Sr.; one infant baby boy; one brother Theophylus Groves; one sister Crystal Floyd; and two grandsons Norris White II and Victor White. Funeral Services for Mrs. Jewel Groves White were held Thursday, June 12, at 2:00 p.m. in the St. Lukes Baptist Church in Crockett. Interment followed in the Evergreen Memorial Park. Callaway-Allee Funeral Home

ERNEST LEE (BUDDY) ELROD

Mr. Ernest Lee (Buddy) Elrod, age 74 of Crockett, formerly of Tyler, passed away Sunday, June 8, 2008 in the East Texas Medical Center-Crockett. Mr. Elrod was born March 12, 1934 in Alverado, Texas and had been living in Crockett for the past 6 years, previously living in Tyler. Mr. Elrod was a veteran of the U.S. Army having served during the Korean Era. Mr. Elrod was a member of the Omen Road Church of Christ where he was bible class teacher for High School and Adults. Mr. Elroy had worked for the Great-Western Oil Company for six years in Odessa and New Mex-ico. Mr. Elrod moved to Tyler in 1962 and worked for the Borden Company for 30 years and had also worked in auto-mated food for 10 years. Mr. Elroy retired to Crockett in 2002. Survivors include his son and daughter-in-law Gary and Debbie Elrod, of Crockett; grandchildren Leigh Ann Cook and husband Jeremy Cook, of Tyler, Matthew Tyler (Ty) Elrod and girl friend Jennifer Carroll, of Crockett; brothers Jack Russell Elrod and wife Marsha, of Bastrop, Don R. Elrod and wife Peggy, of Arlington; niece Michelle Breatty, of Wis.; nephews Brad Taylor and wife Karen Strot, of Austin, Todd Elrod and wife Marsha, and Eric Elrod and wife Kelly, all of Arlington; close friends Charles and Betty Sue Harris, Stacey Macoy and Kim Cornelius, all of Tyler. Preceded in death by his wife of 44 years, Shirley Ann Akey Elrod on August 5, 1995; father Harry Elrod; mother Edith McClure; sister Billie Jo Smart; and nephew Joe Taylor. Funeral Services for Mr. Ernest Lee (Buddy) Elrod were be held Thursday, June 12, at 10:00 a.m. in the Grace Street Church of Christ with Mr. Rick Kelley officiating. Interment followed in the Cathedral In the Pines Cemetery in Tyler. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to King David’s Kids 754 S. Treadway, Abilene, Texas 79602; Central Texas Leadership Training for Church of Christ c/o Grace Street Church of Christ, 124 S. Grace, Crockett, Texas 75835 or Armed Forces Relief Trust, Department 6055, Washington DC 20042-6055. Callaway-Allee Funeral Home

VIRGINIA SERUR HAMBRICK

Mrs. Virginia Serur Hambrick, 73, passed away on June 2, 2008. Mrs. Hambrick was born February 4, 1935 in Centerville, Texas, she was the daughter of Mabel Serur Masterson, John Serur who passed away when she was 2, and Capt. Lloyd A Masterson. Mrs. Hambrick lived most of her life in Pasadena, Texas. A 1952 graduate of Pasadena High School, she attended the University of Houston before marrying the love for the rest of her life, James E. Hambrick – forming a strong and wonderful 54 year partnership. As a loving wife, Mother and active community member, she put family and friends as her life long priorities. Mrs. Hambrick was an avid decorator, gardener, artist, traveler and community volunteer. Mrs. Hambrick worked tirelessly to make a real difference in the lives of others, particularly in their times of need. Survivors include her hus-band James E. Hambrick, of Pasadena; sons James L. Hambrick and wife Angela, of Russell, Ohio and John R. Hambrick and wife Kelly, of Houston; grandchildren James L. Hambrick Jr. and Erin E. Hambrick; and by many other relatives and close friends. Family Memorial Services will be held at Augusta Cemetery in Augusta, Texas, at a later date. Bailey&Foster Funeral Home

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