OPAL E. HARTNETT ADAMS

Funeral services for Mrs. Opal E. Hartnett Adams will be held Saturday, March 12, 2011 at 10:00 a.m. in the Weldon Baptist Church. Interment will follow in the Lovelady Antioch Cemetery. Family will receive friends Friday evening 5:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Weldon Baptist Church or Lovelady Antioch Cemetery Association, c/o Joan Little, 4846 C. R. 3455, Lovelady, Texas 75851.

Mrs. Opal E. Hartnett Adams, age 86, of the Weldon Community, passed away Wednesday, March 9, 2011 in the Huntsville Memorial Hospital. She was born February 10, 1925 in Weldon and had lived the Weldon Community most of her lifetime. Mrs. Adams was a member of the Weldon Civic Club and was also a member of the Weldon Baptist Church. She was retired having worked as a bank teller. Survivors include husband of 68 years, Charlie Adams of Weldon; sons, Charlie W. Adams, Jr. and wife, Mary of Lovelady, Gary Boyd Adams and friend, Amie of Weldon; granddaughters, Donna Smith and husband, Kenny of Lovelady, Pam Wooley and husband, Darryl of Austonio; great-grandchildren, Lauren, Katie, Taylor, Jordan and Joe; sisters, Atholine Adams of Lovelady, Yvette Freeman of Lovelady; numerous other relatives. Preceded in death by brother, James “Bill” Hartnett and infant sister.

Funeral services for Mrs. Opal E. Hartnett Adams will be held Saturday, March 12, 2011 at 10:00 a.m. in the Weldon Baptist Church. Interment will follow in the Lovelady Antioch Cemetery. Family will receive friends Friday evening 5:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Weldon Baptist Church or Lovelady Antioch Cemetery Association, c/o Joan Little, 4846 C. R. 3455, Lovelady, Texas 75851.

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DUDLEY DOUGLAS ENGLISH

Graveside funeral services for Mr. Dudley Douglas English, age 73, of Tallahassee, Florida will be held Saturday, March 12, 2011 at 2:00 p.m. in the Ratcliff Antioch Cemetery. Interment will follow.

Mr. Dudley Douglas English,73, went to be with the Lord Thursday, March 10, 2011 in Tallahassee, Fl. He passed away peacefully surrounded by his family. He was beloved husband of Janet Nezat English for 51 years. He is adored father of Kay English, Stewart (Mary Beth) English and Cheryl English. The blessed grandfather of five grandchildren: Wesley Mitchell of Salem, Va., Joshua Rogers and Jacob Rogers of Branden, Fl and Mary Elizabeth English and Justin English of Havana, Fl. Dudley graduated from Lamar University in Beaumont, Tx in 1961 with a degree in chemical engineering and was president of 7th. Chapter of Sigma Nu Fraternity. He retired from the Olin Corporation in St. Marks, Fl. after twenty years of service. Dudley was born August 11, 1937 to George Dewey and Mamie Marie (Williams) English in Beaumont,Tx.

Graveside services will be held on Saturday, March 12, 2011 at 2:00 p.m. at the Ratcliff Antioch Cemetery with Rev. Jim Tom Ainsworth officiating. In lieu of flowers the family requests donations be made to the Lafayette Presbyterian Church 4220 Mahan Dr., Tallahassee, Fl 32308.

Memorial Services will be held on Monday, March 14, 2011 at 6:00 p.m. at Lafayette Presbyterian Church , Tallahassee,Florida.

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BOBBY GENE ENGLISH

Bobby Gene English passed away on Thursday, March 10th, 2011, at the age of 78, in Lufkin, Texas. He was preceded in death by his parents, the late Rena Hager English and George “Buck” English and his late wife Pat English. He leaves behind his loving wife of 11 years Mignon English, daughters Sherry Batey and husband Lynn of Shepherd and Sandy English and husband Donald of Hagerville, grandchildren Michael Wells and wife Macey, Randi Tomlinson, Christopher Batey and wife Ginger, Dana Batey, Justin Murray and wife Tasha, Daniel Murray and wife Macie, Mason Murray, niece Maureen Cromeans, nephews Jimmy Bumpers and Jay English; numerous great-grandchildren, other family members and special friends. Bobby was born September 6th, 1932 at the old Stephen Alexander English homeplace in the farming community of Hagerville outside Kennard, Texas and still lived down the road from his birthplace until his passing. He retired from the Conoco Oil Company tugboat fleet as captain and pilot after 20 years. He served in the Navy as an airman from 1951 to 1954.

Funeral services for Mr. Bobby Gene English will be held Sunday, March 13, 2011 at 2:00 p.m. in the Callaway-Allee Memorial Chapel. Interment will follow in the Enon Cemetery. Family will receive friends Sunday beginning at 1:00 p.m. Pallbearers are Michael Wells, Jimmy Bumpers Jr., Daniel Murray, Christopher Batey, John Howeth and Rick Howeth. In lieu of flowers, memorial may be made to the Enon Cemetery c/o Reba Garrison, 1302 Tom Temple #302, Lufkin, Texas 75904. A special thanks to A Pineywoods Home Health and Hospice in the Pines.

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HAZEL MILLWEE

Mrs. Hazel Millwee, age 72, of Crockett, passed away Tuesday, March 15, 2011 in the East Texas Medical Center-Crockett. She was born September 9, 1938 in St. Joseph, Louisiana and had lived in Crockett most of her lifetime. Mrs. Millwee was a member of the V. F. W. Lodge Ladies Auxiliary and the Order of the Eastern Star. She was a homemaker and attended the Baptist Church. Survivors include son, James Millwee of Crockett; daughter, Deborah Johnson and husband, Carl of Conroe; grandchildren, Jami Johnson and John Johnson of Conroe, Samantha Vaughn of Crockett, Jeanne Millwee of Latexo, Daniel Millwee of Dallas, Luke Crowson and Cody Crowson of Grapeland; numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives. Preceded in death by husband of 50 years, W. C. Millwee; sons, Billy Millwee and Bobby Millwee; daughter Pamela K. Crowson; grandsons, Robbie Vaughn and William Robert Vaughn and all of her brothers and sisters.

Funeral services for Mrs. Hazel Millwee will be held Thursday, March 17, 2011 at 2:00 p.m. in the Callaway-Allee Memorial Chapel with Rev. Randy Hargrove officiating. Interment will follow in the Latexo Cemetery. Family will receive friends Wednesday evening 6:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Houston County Cancer Support Group, P. O. Box 172, Crockett, Texas 75835.

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VIRGIL GROAT

Mr. Virgil Groat, age 76, of Crockett, Texas, passed away Monday, March 14, 2011 in ETMC-Tyler. He was born September 1, 1934 in Cherokee County, Oklahoma to Floyd and Cuba Thorton Groat. After serving 4 years in the U.S. Navy, he graduated from Oklahoma State University, where he met Euleta, his wife of 52 years. After graduation, he began his 32-year career with TXU, which took him to Wichita Falls, Lamesa, and Arlington. After retirement, he moved to Crockett, where he has lived for the past 12 years.

He believed in volunteerism and has received numerous awards from civic and charitable organizations for his contributions over the years. After arriving in Crockett, he devoted his time to the First Baptist Church as a deacon, Sunday School teacher and in the television ministry; as a volunteer for the ETMC maintenance department.; and as an ambassador for the Crockett Area Chamber of Commerce, where he was known as the Chamber’s “Free Spirit.” Prior to moving to Crockett, he was a member of the Optimist Club, the Kiwanis, the American Cancer Society, and was instrumental in establishing the first Girl’s Softball League in Lamesa, Texas. He also enjoyed world travel and always had a story to tell about his adventures.

Survivors include wife, Euleta Groat of Crockett; daughters, Reanna Foster and husband, Bruce of Flat Rock, North Carolina, Ardita Vick and husband, James of Dallas, Delia Groat of Mansfield; grandchildren, Matthew Vick of Houston, Zachary Vick of Norman, Oklahoma, Irene Groat of Mansfield; numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives. Preceded in death by parents, Floyd and Cuba Groat; brothers, Kenneth Groat, Lawrence Groat and sister, Lois Bill.

Funeral services for Mr. Virgil Groat will be held Thursday, March 17, 2011 at 10:00 a.m. in the First Baptist Church in Crockett with Rev. Keeney Dickenson officiating. Graveside funeral services will be held Friday, March 18, 2011 at 10:30 a.m. in the Dallas Fort Worth National Cemetery. Family will receive friends Wednesday evening 5:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the First Baptist Church Television Ministry, 801 E. Goliad Ave., Crockett, Texas 75835, Baptist Men’s Disaster Relief, 801 E. Goliad Ave., Crockett, Texas 75835 or American Cancer Society, 212 Gene Samford Dr., Lufkin, Texas 75904. Condolences for Mr. Groat may be left at online obituaries www.callawayallee.com.

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ROBERT LEE HAZLETT, JR.

Robert Lee Hazlett, Jr. age 78, of Crockett, Texas passed away Wednesday, March 16 at his family home. March 16 was the day our loved one died, but we lost him 3 years ago to Alzheimer’s. Robert Hazlett was born August 15, 1932 in Houston County and lived in Houston County for the majority of his life.

In 1952, Robert married Jane Salisbury and this began their 58 year journey together. The Oil and Gas Industry took Robert and Jane to Jal, New Mexico, the Permian Basin, Louisiana, Alabama and Mississippi. He was knowledgeable in the operation of natural gas processing plants, drilling operations and production. In 1991, he retired from Mitchell Energy as East Texas District Superintendent. Upon retirement, Robert and Jane raised cattle on their ranch near Crockett and traveled through the United States. Robert was a member of Lovelady First United Methodist Church, and was a 50-year, 32nd Degree Mason.

Survivors include wife, Jane Salisbury Hazlett, son Jim Hazlett and wife Becky of Midland, Texas, a daughter, Karen Dailey and husband Mitch of Crockett, and a son, Joel Hazlett and wife Sherri of Crockett. Grandchildren include Jarod Hazlett, Krista Weathers and husband, Adam, Morgan Sebree and husband, Justin, Laura Hazlett, Courtney Allen and Kati Hazlett, Ashley Crabtree and husband, Josh, Jill Goyens and husband, Chris, Robert Mitchell Dailey and wife Branalyn, Molly Hazlett Simmons and husband, Douglas and Joseph Hazlett. Great grandchildren: Keaton, Brylee, Kamdyn, Brannen, Hayden, Rhyder. Other survivors include: sister, Dorothy Goodrum, mother-in-law Doris Kennedy Salisbury, sister-in-law Diane and husband Larry Wilson, niece Dee Ann and husband, Steve Sweeny, nephews David Goodrum and wife Frieda, Cary McMahon; and long time caregiver, Carolyn Terrell.

Funeral Services for Mr. Robert Lee Hazlett, Jr. will be held March 18, 2011 at 2:00 p.m. at the Lovelady First United Methodist Church, with Rev. Robert Mitchell Dailey and Rev. John Montgomery officiating. Interment will follow in the Lovelady Evergreen Cemetery. Family will receive friends Thursday evening 6:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the First United Methodist Church, Lovelady.

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KATHLEEN TURNER

Mrs. Kathleen Turner, age 86, of Crockett, passed away, Thursday, March 17, 2011 in the Winfield Healthcare in Crockett. She was born September 20, 1924 in Augusta, Texas and had lived in Houston County, previously living in Corsicana. Mrs. Turner was a member of the Latexo Alumni Association and the Ephesus Baptist Church. She was retired having worked for 40 years at Miller Brothers Hat Factory. Mrs. Turner loved kids, games and was an avid sports fan of Latexo School.

Survivors include son, John Owens Turner and wife, Marilyn of Latexo; grandchildren, Ashley Michelle Currie and husband, Bradley of Kennard, Heather Nicole Germeroth and husband, Brady of Crockett; special niece, Anna Jo Sullivan of Latexo; special friend, Toby Low of Latexo; numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives. Preceded in death by husband, Jim Owens Turner; parents, George Monroe and Sally Kathleen Bradley; brothers, Clarence Arthur Bradley, Archie Bradley, George Bradley, Lacy Bradley and sisters, Alice Leathers, Eula Bradley and Annie Mae Turner.

Graveside funeral services for Mrs. Kathleen Turner will be held Sunday, March 20, 2011 at 3:00 p.m. in the Evergreen Memorial Park with Mr. Jack Crow officiating. Interment will follow. Family will receive friends Sunday beginning at 1:00 p.m. at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Latexo F. F. A., P. O. Box 975, Latexo, Texas 75849.

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BERNICE CURRIE

Bernice Currie, age 81, of Kennard, passed away Sunday, March 20, 2011 at her residence. She was born January 24, 1930 in Conroe, Texas and had lived most of her lifetime in Kennard. Mrs. Currie was a housewife and enjoyed quilting. She attended the Methodist Church.

Survivors include children, Martha Childs and husband, George of Kennard, Roy Currie and wife, Sharon of Porter Springs, Ovie Currie and wife, Loretta of Porter, Mary Christian and husband, Charles of Hardin, Delta Stites and husband, Tommy of Conroe, Teresa Mullane of Montgomery, John Currie, Jr. and wife, Linda of Kennard, Rick Currie and wife, Teresa of Wells, David Currie of Kennard, Buford Currie and wife, Betty of Kennard, grandchildren, Nikki Orsak, Rhonda Alfred, Jennifer Reynolds, Aimee Meshell, Aaron Currie, Chuck Christian, Brandon Stites, Matthew Thomas, Ricky Currie, Peggy Currie, April Currie, Scott Currie, Sandie Currie, Joshua Currie, Randy Currie, Danny Currie, Sean Rogers, Christopher Bernard, Michelle Spigle, Kelly Stites, Tim Stites, Tommy Stites, Jr. and Brandon Taylor; thirty five great-grandchildren; brothers and sisters, Ovie Young and wife, Claire of Conroe, Eunice Weeks of Conroe, Olee Teague and husband, Eulray of Brady, John Harvey Young and wife, Sue of Lufkin; numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives. Preceded in death by husband, John A. Currie; grandchildren, Catherine Flanagan, Karen Kostura, Michael Currie and Stephanie Stites; great-grandson, Peyton Currie; parents, Roy and Josephine Young

Funeral services for Mrs. Bernice Currie will be held Wednesday, March 23, 2011 at 2:00 p.m. in the Callaway-Allee Memorial Chapel with Rev. Larry Bruce officiating. Interment will follow in the Corinth Cemetery. Family will receive friends Tuesday evening 6:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Hospice in the Pines 116 South Raguet, Lufkin, Texas 75904 or the Shriners Hospitals for Children, attn: Brenda Rubio, 815 Market Street, Galveston, TX 77550-2725.

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JOE LOWERY

Joe Lowery, age 82, of Crockett, passed away Monday, March 21, 2011 in the East Texas Medical Center-Crockett. He was born January 9, 1929 in Houston County, Texas and had lived in Houston County all of his lifetime. Mr. Lowery had worked as a farmer and rancher and was a member of the North Loop Baptist Church. He enjoyed coon hunting and loved children. Survivors include wife, Molly Faye Lowery of Crockett; sons, James Lowery and wife, Pamela D. of Crockett, Joe Don Lowery and wife, Pamela J. of Crockett; grandchildren, Neil Lowery of Cleveland, Dustin Lowery of Kingwood, Heather Cook of Lovelady, Jennifer Cook of Crockett, Barry Lowery of Crockett; great-grandchildren, Kyra Lowery, Trinity Lowery, Nathan Lowery and Baylee Lowery; sister, Sybil Estelle Hudson of Crockett; brothers, Bobbie Gene Lowery of Kennard, Tommie Neil Lowery and wife, Jan of Crockett; special nephew, Lee Hudson of Waco. Numerous other relatives. Preceded in death by parents, Neil and Ruby Lowery; brothers and sister, Grover Lowery, Lebert Lowery, J. W. Lowery, Pauline Cameron and Roy Lowery.

Funeral services for Mr. Joe Lowery will be held Thursday, March 24, 2011 at 2:00 p.m. in the Callaway-Allee Memorial Chapel with Rev. Dennis Lowery officiating. Interment will follow in the Enon Cemetery. Family will receive friends Wednesday evening 6:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the North Loop Baptist Church, 415 N. E. Loop 304, Crockett, Texas 75835.

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HAROLD CLAUDE ENGLISH

Memorial services for Mr. Harold Claude English, age 80, of Lufkin, will be held Saturday, March 26, 2011 at 2:00 p.m. in the Ivie Cemetery with Rev. David Culp officiating. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Houston County Cancer Support Group or Diabetes Foundation.

Mr. Harold Claude English, age 80, of Lufkin, passed away Monday, March 21, 2011 at his residence. Mr. English was born March 10, 1931 in Kennard, Texas and had lived in Lufkin. He was a veteran of the U. S. Army having served during the Korean Conflict and the Vietnam War. Mr. English was retired having worked for the Texas Department of Criminal Justice System and was of the Baptist Faith.

Survivors include children, Debbie Hiller and husband, Bob of Crowley, Nichole Cox and husband, Josh of Huntington; grandchildren, Chris Fowler of Fort Worth, Dale Fowler, Jr. and wife, Michelle of Jacksonville, Florida, Mary Hunter of Fort Worth, Lucas Wallace of Alvarado, Noah Cox of Huntington; great-grandchildren, Lilla Fowler of Fort Worth, Blake Brewster of Galveston, Christopher and Matthew Fowler of Jacksonville, Florida, Madeline Hunter of Fort Worth; aunt, Georgia Vaughn of Crockett; numerous other relatives. Preceded in death by parents, Claude Henry and Annie Virgie (Dowdy) English and brother, Jimmy English.

Memorial services for Mr. Harold Claude English will be held Saturday, March 26, 2011 at 2:00 p.m. in the Ivie Cemetery with Rev. David Culp officiating. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Houston County Cancer Support Group, P. O. Box 172, Crockett, Texas 75835 or American Diabetes Association, P.O. Box 11454, Alexandria, Virginia 22312.

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FRANK J. GRIFFIN
Frank J. Griffin, age 91, of Crockett, passed away Sunday, March 27, 2011 in the Houston County Nursing Home. Mr. Griffin was born September 29, 1919 in Houston County, Texas and was a graduate of Crockett High School Class of 1937. He had lived in Crockett most of his lifetime. Mr. Griffin was a veteran of the U. S. Army having served during World War II. He was a member of the First Baptist Church in Crockett and was also a member of the American Legion Post # 134, D. A. V. and the S. P. J. S. T. Mr. Griffin was a retired truck driver having owned and operated his own trucking business.

Survivors include wife, Doris Griffin of Crockett; sons and daughters-in-law, David Frank Griffin and Glendia of Palestine, Dwight Griffin and Gail of Crockett, Don Griffin and Darla of Crockett; grandchildren, Tanya Griffin Mills of Palm Harbor, Florida, Stacy Griffin of Crockett, Russell Griffin of Crockett, Sabrina Griffin of Crockett, Ryan Griffin and wife, Meagan of Lufkin; great-grandchildren, Ava Jade Mills, Harley Nicole Grant, Stasia Brenae Parker, Ayriel Verna Parker, Kayde Bryan Bagwell and Makenzie Paige Bagwell; special niece, Martha Sharon Stubbs; numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives. Preceded in death by parents, Herman H. and Frances L. Griffin; two brothers and five sisters.

Graveside funeral services for Mr. Frank J. Griffin will be held Tuesday, March 29, 2011 at 3:00 p.m. in the Evergreen Memorial Park with Rev. Ottis Byers officiating. Interment will follow. Family will receive friends Monday evening 6:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. at the funeral home.

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FRAN GOOLSBY

Fran Goolsby age 88, departed this world in the presence of her six children and loving family and entered heaven on 3/27/2011 in Crockett, TX. Fran was born June 12, 1922 in Linton, North Dakota to Ellis and Anna Merrill. Fran lived in South Dakota, Iowa, Michigan and Corpus Christi, TX before settling in Crockett, TX in 1947.

Fran was a loving wife, mother and grandmother who enjoyed gardening and canning. She was happiest when she had a house full of family and friends to cook for. Fran had a generous heart and enjoyed sharing her talent with others.

Fran was a veteran of the US Navy serving as a pharmacists mate until she was honorably discharged on 11/11/1946. She was employed as an office nurse for Dr. A. B. Brown. A member and Elder of First Presbyterian Church, past president of First Presbyterian Church Women, the Redbud Garden Club, Latexo Extension Homemakers, Home Extension Council, the Davy Crockett Pilot Club and past member of the Texas Hospital Volunteers. Fran was a volunteer at ETMC Crockett.

Survivors include: Daughters: Judy Morgan and husband Bill of Latexo, Linda Horton of Latexo, Ann Shroyer and husband John of Crockett. Sons: John Danner and wife Sammy of Latexo, David Goolsby and wife Linda of Latexo, Mike Goolsby and wife Connie of Latexo. Grandchildren: Tim Morgan, Rebecca Shroyer, Rachel Shroyer, Melinda Goolsby, Jessica Cutshall, Jo Lane, Harmonie Seaton, Martha Worley, Mary Worley, Faith Worley, Anna Rush, Josh Worley, Naomi Smith and Joseph Worley. Great grand-children: Randi Lane, Jordan Lane, Journie Seaton, Abigail Rush and Shelby Smith. Many nieces, nephews, and a host of friends. Fran was preceded in death by: husband, Wilson Goolsby, parents Ellis and Anna Merrill, two brothers; Howard and Clifford Smith, sister; Eunice Motsinger, and grandchild; Jason Danner.

Special thank you to: staff at ETMC of Crockett, staff at Community Care Center of Crockett, Heart to Heart Hospice, After Care Visiting Nurses, Dr. Richard Kelly and staff.

Services for Fran will occur at 10:00am Thursday March 31, 2011 at the First Presbyterian Church. Rev. Tom Spath, Rev. Jim Tom Ainsworth and Dr. Jeff Taylor officiating. Visitation will occur Wednesday night at Callaway-Allee Funeral Home from 6-8pm. Interment will be at Milligan Cemetery in Latexo. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to the Merriwether Scholarship fund at the First Presbyterian Church or the Latexo Alumni Association fund.

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BENOLA PETERSON

Mrs. Benola Peterson, age 92 passed away in Crockett on March 27, 2010. Mrs. Peterson was born April 27, 1918 in Houston County, near Grapeland. She was the eighth child of eleven born to John Colin Lawrence and Lura Eugenia (Genie) Williams Lawrence. She was raised in Houston County, where she remained until moving to Houston in 1942. She returned to Crockett in 1984 after the death of her husband, William A. Peterson. Mrs. Peterson was preceded in death by her husband, her parents and all of her brothers and sisters. She is survived by her son and two daughters along with their spouses: Troy and Patricia Walling of Magnolia; Betty and Jerry Kanka of Spicewood; and Thelma Peterson of Tomball. Her five grandchildren: Sherrie Walling Nielsen, Michael Walling, Kelly Wilson King, Charles (Chuck) Wilson; and Jason Kanka. Her 12 great grandchildren: Courtney Brown Kirkpatrick; Kristen Moreno; Sara Walling, Emily Walling, Ava Walling, Ashley Brooke Whitlock, Sydney King, Chaz Wilson, Whitney Wilson, Ethan Kanka, Ransom Kanka and Fisher Kanka. Her two great-great grandchildren: Tyler Meyers and Juliana Moreno.

Graveside funeral services for Mrs. Benola Peterson will be held Thursday, March 31, 2011 at 1:00 p.m. at the Denson Cemetery outside of Grapeland . Family will receive friends Thursday beginning at 11:00 a.m. at the funeral home.

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WILBUR MELVIN

Memorial services for Mr. Wilbur Melvin, age 79, of Crockett will be held Saturday, April 2, 2011 at 2:00 p.m. in the Shady Grove Cemetery.

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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 resided in the Lovelady area most of her lifetime. Funeral services will be held Tuesday, April 5, 2011 at 10 a.m. in the Callaway-Allee Memorial Chapel with Rev. Scott Matthews officiating. Interment will follow in the Center Hill Cemetery. Family will receive friends Monday evening from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. In lieu of flowers, Memorials may be made to the Lovelady First Baptist Church or Center Hill Cemetery.

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 the Lovelady area 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 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, Washington; 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, 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 brothers, Avon Knighten, Troy Knighten and sisters, Billie Weeks, Joyce Harrelson and Wanda Kennedy.

Funeral services for Mrs. Edna Knighten LaRue will be held Tuesday, April 5, 2011 at 10:00 a.m. in the Callaway-Allee Memorial Chapel with Rev. Scott Matthews officiating. Interment will follow in the Center Hill Cemetery. Family will receive friends Monday evening 6:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Lovelady First Baptist Church or Center Hill Cemetery Association.

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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 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 Huntsville, Texas, Sabrina Overstreet Driskell and husband, Jim Driskell of Prosper, Texas; R. C. “Bob” Overstreet III and wife, Tabitha Overstreet of Spring Branch, Texas 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, Texas and friend, Raechell Bruner; Katelyn Renee’ Carmichael and friend, Bradley McLendon of Crockett; niece: Mary Jane Byrd of Houston, Texas; nephew: Bobby Overstreet of Fort Worth, Texas; 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 and special friend, Minnie Pearl Riley of Crockett.

Preceded in death by 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 will be held Thursday, April 7, 2011 at 1:00 p.m. in the First Baptist Church with Rev. Tim Allen officiating. Interment will follow in the Evergreen Memorial Park. Family will receive friends Wednesday evening 5:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. at the funeral. Thank you to all of the nurses and nurse’s aides at Houston County Home Health Care and a very special “Thank You” to LaTonya Harris.

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.

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EDDY WAYNE DAVENPORT

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 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, Greg Hutto, Jeffrey Hutto, Ryan Webb, Chelsea Dollarhide and 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 Louisiana; 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 parents, Alton and Charlene Davenport and great-niece, Kaitlyn Drennon.

Funeral services for Mr. Eddy Davenport will be held Saturday, April 9, 2011 at 10:30 a.m. in the Callaway-Allee Memorial Chapel with Rev. Carl Wayne Standley officiating. Interment will follow in the Zion Hill Cemetery. Family will receive friends Friday evening 6:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Zion Hill Baptist Church.

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JAKE COLTER

Mr. Jake Colter, age 92, of Crockett, passed away, Tuesday, April 12, 2011 in the East Texas Medical Center-Tyler. Mr. Colter was born July 2, 1918 to John and Hollie Colter in Crockett, Texas.

Survivors include nieces, Bobbie Hickman, Betty Hickman and Hattie Young all of Crockett, Edna Straughter of Huntsville; nephews, Junior Washington, Jimmie Pace both of Crockett, James Pace of Huntsville, John Hickman and wife, Vanphen (Penny) of Fayetteville, North Carolina; numerous great-nieces, great-nephews, great- great-nieces, great-great-nephews, great-great-great-nieces and great-great-great-nephews; cousin Easter Patton and Family of Crockett.

Graveside funeral services for Mr. Jake Colter will be held Tuesday, April 19, 2011 at 1:00 p.m. in the Forest Lawn Cemetery with Rev. Earl Harris officiating. Interment will follow.

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EBILENE REYNOLDS

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 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, 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 husband, Harold Reynolds and parents, Bill and Effie (Patton) Vaughn.

Graveside funeral services for Mrs. Ebilene Reynolds will be held Friday, April 15, 2011 at 10:00 a.m. in the Evergreen Memorial Park with Rev. Tom Spath officiating. Interment will follow. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the First Presbyterian Church Crockett.

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NANCY CAROL LIVELY
 

Funeral services for Mrs. Nancy Carol Lively, age 63, of Grapeland, will be held Wednesday, April 20, 2011 at 10:00 a.m. in the Callaway-Allee Memorial Chapel.

Interment will follow in the Percilla Evergreen Cemetery. Family will receive friends Tuesday evening 5:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Myasthenia Gravitis or Alzheimers Foundation.

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Graveside funeral services for Mr. Vencie Beard, age 74, of Latexo, will be held Thursday, April 21, 2011 at 10:00 a.m. in the Latexo Cemetery. Interment will follow. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the North Loop Baptist Church.

Mr. Vencie Lee Beard 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. He is survived by his mother Maydelle Brown; brothers Doyle Beard, Charles Beard, Michael Brown; children Scott Beard, Pam Johnson; grandchildren Brandon Beard, Lindsay Beard, Chase Johnson, Megan Johnson; and great-grandchildren.

Graveside services will be held April 21, 2011, 10:00 a.m. at Latexo Cemetery with Rev. Dennis Lowery officiating. In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to North Loop Baptist Church.

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JERRY CARTER

Memorial services for Mrs. Jerry Carter will be held March 7, 2011 at 2:00 p.m. at the Covenant Church 8690 Liberty Rd., Cross Roads, Texas. Survivors include husband of 67 years, John Carter and sons, Punk Carter and Roy Carter.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in her name to the National Youth Cutting Horse Association, 260 Bailey Ave., Fort Worth, TX 76107.

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PATRICIA ANN ROY

Funeral services for Ms. Patricia Ann Roy will be held Wednesday, March 9, 2011 at 2:00 p.m. in the Callaway-Allee Memorial Chapel with Rev. Ottis Byers officiating. Interment will follow in the Helton Cemetery. Family will receive friends Tuesday evening 5:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m.

Ms. Patricia Ann Roy, age 63, of Kennard, passed away Sunday, March 6, 2011 in Bryan. She was born July 18, 1947 in Orange, Texas and had lived in Kennard for 29 years, previously living in Houston. Ms. Roy was retired having worked as a dental assistant for the Texas Department of Criminal Justice. She was a member of the First Assembly of God Church and attended the Community Full Gospel Church in Kennard.

Survivors include children, Sherri Tynefield and husband, Gale of Montgomery , James “Jimmy” White and wife, Tracey of Kennard, Johnny White and wife, Angie of Kennard, Cristy Bacarisse and husband, Jeff of Mont Belvieu; grandchildren, Andy, Megan, Haley, Johnny, Alli, Anna, Taylor and Abby; great-grandchild, Ethan ; brothers, Larry Roy and wife, Kay of Kennard, Mike Roy and wife, Heather of Kennard, Phillip Roy and wife, Sharon of Willis and Mark Roy of Fort Smith, Arkansas; sister, Susie Hopper of Cedar Park; numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives.

Preceded in death by parents, Henry and Marie Roy; and brother, Johnny Roy.

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PAMELA KAY MILLWEE CROWSON

Funeral services for Mrs. Pamela Kay Millwee Crowson, age 47, of Crockett, will be held Thursday, March 10, 2011 at 2:00 p.m. in the Callaway-Allee Memorial Chapel. Interment will follow in the Latexo Cemetery. Family will receive friends Wednesday evening 6:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the American Heart Association or American Cancer Society.

Mrs. Pamela Kay Millwee Crowson, age 47, of Crockett, passed away Sunday, March 6, 2011 in Anderson County. She was born July 30, 1963 in Houston, Texas and had lived in Crockett most of her lifetime. Mrs. Crowson was a member of the Order of the Eastern Star and V. F. W. Ladies Auxiliary. She had worked as a medical assistant for Dr. Perry Little at E. T. M C. – Crockett for five years and was a certified pharmacy technician. Mrs. Crowson attended Harvest Church and also Weches Pentecostal Church. Survivors include husband, Marc Crowson of Crockett, daughter, Samantha Vaughn of Crockett; sons, Luke Crowson of Grapeland, Cody Crowson of Grapeland; mother, Hazel Millwee of Crockett; brother, James Millwee of Crockett; sister, Deborah Johnson of Conroe; nieces and nephews, Jeanne Millwee of Latexo, Jamie Johnson of Conroe, John Johnson of Conroe; mother-in-law, Helen Crowson of Crockett. Preceded in death by sons, William Robert Vaughn and Robert David Vaughn, Jr.; father, W. C. Millwee; brothers, William Doyle “Billy” Millwee and Bobby Millwee; and father-in-law, Rayford Crowson.

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JOHN KENNETH McCELVEY

Funeral services for John Kenneth McCelvey, age 31, of Lovelady, will be held Sunday, February 13, 2011 at 2:00 p.m. in the Callaway-Allee Memorial Chapel.

Interment will follow in the Conner Cemetery.

Family will receive friends Saturday evening 6:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Conner Cemetery Association.

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ADRIAN A. “BUDDY” DAVIS, JR.

Funeral services for Mr. Adrian A. “Buddy” Davis, Jr., age 64, of Kennard, will be held Monday, February 14, 2011 at 11:00 a.m. in the First Baptist Church in Kennard with Rev. Jim Durham officiating. Interment will follow in the Conner Cemetery. Family will receive friends Sunday evening 5:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society.

Mr. Adrian A. “Buddy” Davis, Jr., age 64, of Kennard, passed away Thursday, February 10, 2011 in the Memorial Medical Center in Lufkin. He was born August 21, 1946 in Austin, Texas and was a 1964 graduate of Crockett High School. Mr. Davis was a veteran of the U. S. Navy having served on the U.S.S. Trenton LPD-14 during Vietnam. He received a Bachelors degree from the University of Texas in 1969 and was a graduate of South Texas Law School. Mr. Davis was a member of the State Bar of Texas, Texas Exes and Texas Land Title Association. He was an attorney and a member of the First Baptist Church in Kennard.

Survivors include wife, Mary Ann Davis of Kennard; children, Hall Wilson Davis and fiancé, Kandy of Bryan, Shannon Lee Davis of Bryan; sister, Bette Jones and husband, Terry of Bryan; sister-in-law and brother-in-law, Sue and Marvin Wilkinson of Huntsville; brother-in-law, Mike Friberg of Kennard; sister-in-law, Kay Graves of Austin; numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives.

Preceded in death by parents, Adrian A., Sr. and Melba Davis.

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GENEVA HARRISON

Funeral services for Mrs. Geneva Harrison will be held Friday, February 11, 2011 at 2:00 p.m. in the Kennard First Baptist Church. Interment will follow in the Ivie Cemetery. Family will receive friends Thursday evening 6:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m.

Mrs. Geneva Harrison, age 81, of Kennard, passed away Monday, February 7, 2011 in the Pinecrest Retirement Center in Lufkin, She was born February 10, 1929 in Crockett, Texas and had lived in Kennard all of her lifetime. Mrs. Harrison was a member of the Delta Kappa Gamma and past president of the Texas Rural Letter Carriers Auxiliary. She was a retired teacher and Elementary Principal for the Kennard Independent School District. Mrs. Harrison was a member of the First Baptist Church in Kennard where she had served as Vacation Bible School Director, Sunday School Director, Sunday School Teacher and the Youth Choir Director.

Survivors include daughter and son-in-law, Brenda and Terry Stubblefield of Kennard; grandchildren, Tiffany Harrison Stubblefield of Lovelady, Shanna Harrison James and husband, Michael of Lovelady, Mandy Stubblefield Palmer and husband, Kyle of Tyler, Trevor Chase Harrison Stubblefield of Kennard; great-grandchildren, Ty Stubblefield, Jacy Stubblefield, Madelyn James and Cody James.
Preceded in death by husband, Jack Harrison in 1997; son, Jimmy Frank Harrison in 2010; parents, Jimmie and Betty English; father-in-law and mother-in-law, Bill and Hattie Harrison.

Funeral services for Mrs. Geneva Harrison will be held Friday, February 11, 2011 at 2:00 p.m. in the First Baptist Church in Kennard with Rev. Jim Durham officiating. Interment will follow in the Ivie Cemetery. Family will receive friends Thursday evening 6:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m.

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IPHA MAE MORROW
Private graveside funeral service will be held for Mrs. Ipha Mae Morrow, age 84, of Crockett. Family will receive friends Wednesday, February 9, from 5 until 7 p.m. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Crockett Volunteer Auxiliary Nursing School Scholarship Fund, 1100 Loop 304 East, Crockett, Texas 75835.

Mrs. Morrow died Monday, February 7, in Crockett, Texas, where she owned and operated for more than 25 years alongside her husband, Ray, Dairy Queen stores first in Crockett, which opened in 1955, and across East Texas. Through the years, many shared with her their treasured memories of times spent at the DQ, after Little League games, Friday night football and making The Drag.

A native of Grapeland, Mrs. Morrow was born Aug. 12, 1926 (sharing her birth date with Ray), and attended San Pedro Elementary School. She graduated from Grapeland High School in 1944 and moved to Crockett, where she worked for five years for Texas Power & Light.

She was a lifetime member of the First United Methodist churches of Grapeland and Crockett. In 1974, she and Ray built and moved to Morrow Point in Golden Acres on Houston County Lake and became part of an extended family of neighbors and close friends.

As a member of one of Crockett’s weekly bridge club groups, Mrs. Morrow loved playing and was lucky at cards and a gracious hostess known for her delicious food and hospitality.

She was an avid women’s tennis player and golfer in Crockett and enjoyed many hours with her friends on the court and the course. She spent the past 15 years living part-time at Viewpoint RV & Golf Resort in Mesa, Ariz., where she was the friendly token Texan to many of the international residents there.

Mrs. Morrow is survived by her daughters, Jill McGuckin of Austin and Jane Mattox of Crockett; brother W.D. Goodnight and wife Jeanette of Tyler; granddaughters Julie Mattox of Spring, and Kathryn Jenkines and husband Russell and great-grandchildren Haley and Jordan of Madisonville; numerous nieces, nephews, great-nieces, great-nephews and cousins; and many dear and cherished friends.

She was preceded in death by Ray Morrow, her husband of 48 years; parents W.M. Goodnight and Annie Mae Rials Goodnight; sisters Willie Dell Abshier and Frances Dee Duhon; and son-in-law Jim Mattox.

TISH McCLAIN

Funeral services for Mrs. Tish McClain will be held Saturday, February 12, 2011 at 10:00 a.m. in the Callaway-Allee Memorial Chapel with Rev. Roy Gene Brooks officiating. Interment will follow in the Ivie Cemetery. Family will receive friends Friday evening 5:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m.

Mrs. Tish McClain, age 83, of Conroe, previously of Crockett, passed away Monday, February 7, 2011 in the Conroe Regional Medical Center. She was born June 6, 1927 in Tadmor, Texas and had lived the past 6 years in Conroe, previously living in Crockett. Mrs. McClain was retired having worked as a supervisor for Shell Federal Credit Union and was a member of the Baptist Church.

Survivors include daughter, Mary Cochran and husband, Joe of Porter; son, Jesse McClain and wife, Jackie of Conroe; eight grandchildren; twenty-four great-grandchildren; five great-great-grandchildren; brother, Jesse Sides and wife, Fannie Maud of Lufkin; grandson-in-law, David Gilpin of La Porte; numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives. Preceded in death by parents, Jesse and Samantha Sides; granddaughter, Terri Rae Gilpin; sister, Mary Lou Cook and brothers, Dave Sides and Buddy Sides.

Funeral services for Mrs. Tish McClain will be held Saturday, February 12, 2011 at 10:00 a.m. in the Callaway-Allee Memorial Chapel with Rev. Roy Gene Brooks officiating. Interment will follow in the Ivie Cemetery. Family will receive friends Friday evening 5:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m.

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DOROTHY JANE HARRELL

Dorothy Jane Harrell will be held Tuesday, February 8, 2011 at 11:00 a.m. in the Callaway-Allee Memorial Chapel with Pastor John Wisener officiating. Interment will follow in the Conner Cemetery. Family will receive friends Monday evening 4:00 p.m. until 6:00 p.m..

Mrs. Dorothy Jane Harrell, age 81, of Tennessee Colony, passed away Friday, February 4, 2011 at her residence. She was born August 9, 1929 and had been living in Tennessee Colony. Mrs. Harrell was a retired beautician and a member of the Tennessee Colony Church.
Survivors include brothers, Lynn Chastain and wife, Mary of Tennessee Colony, James Chastain and wife, Billie of Tom Beam; sister, Faye Taylor of Overton; nephew, Tommy David and wife, Shelia of Round Rock; niece, Sandy Cobb and husband, Budd of Fort Worth; numerous other nieces, nephews relatives and friends. Preceded in death by husband, Thomas Harrell.

Funeral services for Mrs. Dorothy Jane Harrell will be held Tuesday, February 8, 2011 at 11:00 a.m. in the Callaway-Allee Memorial Chapel with Pastor John Wisener officiating. Interment will follow in the Conner Cemetery. Family will receive friends Monday evening 4:00 p.m. until 6:00 p.m.

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ROBERT OLEN “BOB” MATCHETT

Bob Matchett, age 63, of Crockett, formerly of Houston, passed away Saturday, February 05, 2011 at his residence. He was born March 29, 1947 in Crockett, Texas and had lived in Houston most of his lifetime. Mr. Matchett was a veteran of the U. S. Army. He had worked in purchasing for a Steel Manufacturing Plant and loved racing and sports.

Survivors include mother, Ruth Matchett of Crockett; sister, Carolyn Rawlins of Houston; uncle and aunt, Jim Erwin and wife, Margie of Aransas Pass; special friends, Judi Fowlkes, Aleta Woolley and Billy Allbright; numerous cousins and friends in the A. A. Class; preceded in death by father, Olen Matchett; grandparents, Minnie and Henry Erwin and Plez and Lena Matchett.

Graveside funeral services for Mr. Bob Matchett will be held Tuesday, February 8, 2011 at 2:00 p.m. in the Pennington Cemetery with Rev. Paul Carlin and Rev. Terry Gibson officiating. Interment will follow. Family will receive friends Monday evening 5:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. in the funeral home.

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MELVA HAMLIN

Melva Hamlin will be held Saturday, February 5, 2011 at 2:00 p.m. in the Callaway-Allee Memorial Chapel. Interment will follow in the McCarter Cemetery. Family will receive friends Friday evening 6:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m.

Mrs. Melva Marsh Hamlin, age 74, of Grapeland, passed away Tuesday, February 1, 2011 in the Winfield Nursing Center. Mrs. Hamlin was born October 8, 1936 in Houston County and had lived in Grapeland for the past 7 years, previously living in the Bryan area for 44 years. She was a member of the Crockett Chapter of the Order of the Eastern Star. Mrs. Hamlin was retired having worked as a financial director for Wal-Mart and was a member of the San Pedro Baptist Church.

Survivors include husband, Nolan L. (Ray) Hamlin of Grapeland; daughter, Cynthia Horne, Owner of Aftercare Visiting Nurses, of Grapeland; son, Marc Hamlin, District Clerk of Brazos County, and wife, Kelley of Bryan; grandchildren, Angie Thornton and husband, Chris of Madisonville; Willy Horne and wife, Lesley of Washington D. C., Marcus Horne and wife, Faith of Crockett, Jarrod Hamlin of Bryan, Katye Hamlin of Austin; great-grandchildren, Lane, Brace and Kaislyn Thornton of Madisonville, Nate Horne of Crockett; brother, Coleman Marsh and wife, Charlene of Bryan. Numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives.

Preceded in death by parents, Bill and Anna Bell Marsh and brothers, Henry, Travis and Billy Joe Marsh.

Funeral services for Mrs. Melva Marsh Hamlin will be held Saturday, February 5, 2011 at 2:00 p.m. in the Callaway-Allee Memorial Chapel with Rev. Tommy Hutto officiating. Interment will follow in the McCarter Cemetery.

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ROBERT P. “RIP” BARNHILL
R. P. “Rip” Barnhill will be held Thursday, February 3, 2011 at 2:00 p.m. in the Callaway-Allee Memorial Chapel with Rev. Reggie Gregory officiating. Interment will follow in the Evergreen Memorial Park. Family will receive friends Wednesday evening 5:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m.

Mr. R. P. “Rip” Barnhill, age 91, of Crockett, passed away Monday, January 31, 2011 in the East Texas Medical Center-Crockett. He was born October 20, 1919 in Houston County and had lived all of his lifetime in Crockett. Mr. Barnhill was a graduate of Texas A&M class of 1941. He was a veteran of the United States Merchants Marines having served during World War II. Mr. Barnhill was a retired contractor and member of the Baptist Church.

Survivors include wife of 67 years, Faye Colburn Barnhill of Crockett; son, Phillip Barnhill of Crockett; daughter, Becky Barnhill Gilmore of Crockett; grandson, Scott Gilmore of Austin; very special friend, Elton Neel of Crockett; numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives.
Preceded in death by parents, Tom and Estelle Barnhill; sisters, Wyncie Dell Barnhill, Ida Hamilton and brothers, Bill, Tom Lee, Petie and Jack Barnhill.

Funeral services for Mr. R. P. “Rip” Barnhill will be held Thursday, February 3, 2011 at 2:00 p.m. in the Callaway-Allee Memorial Chapel with Rev. Reggie Gregory officiating. Interment will follow in the Evergreen Memorial Park.

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DOUGLAS PATTON
Douglas Patton will be held Saturday, January 29, 2011 at 10:00 a.m. in the Callaway-Allee Memorial Chapel. Interment will follow in the Patton Family Cemetery in Weches. Family will receive friends Friday evening 4:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m.

Mr. Douglas Patton, age 60, of Boliver, passed away Tuesday, January 25, 2011, in Houston. He was born December 05, 1950 in Freeport and had lived in Boliver for the past 3 years. He was a member of the Local #61 Iron Workers and had worked as an iron worker.
Survivors include daughters, April Nicole Patton of Houston, Lacey Lynn Patton of Georgia; son, Cheyenne Levi Patton of Huffman; grandchildren, Christian, Kera, Addisyn and Presleigh; brother, Billy Jack Patton and wife, Sue of Huffman; sister, Bridget Cochran and husband, Daniel of Oklahoma; numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives.

Preceded in death by parents, Robert Lee Patton and Lois Dean (Kay) Patton; and brothers, Jerry Lee Patton, Robert Larry Patton and Rayford Lee Patton.

Funeral services for Mr. Douglas Patton will be held Saturday, January 29, 2011 at 10:00 a.m. in the Callaway-Allee Memorial Chapel with Rev. Jessie Ray Patton officiating. Interment will follow in the Patton Family Cemetery in Weches.

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BETTIE SUE LARUE

Bettie Sue LaRue, age 81, of Crockett, passed away Monday, January 24, 2011 in the Houston County Nursing Home. She was born October 30, 1929 in Belott and had lived most of her lifetime in the area. Mrs. LaRue was retired from Southwestern Bell Telephone having worked as an operator and was a member of the Grace Street Church of Christ.

Survivors include husband, Charles L. LaRue of Crockett; sister, Carrie Bennett of Crockett; niece, Sue Strban and husband, Steve of Crockett; nephews, Kenneth Bennett and wife, Carla of Slidell, Louisiana, Larry Bennett and wife, Myra of Crockett; great-niece, Kim Duhon and husband, Randy of Grapeland; numerous great nieces, great nephews and other relatives.

Preceded in death by husband, Charles L. Durst; parents, Grover and Nora Bell (Brooks) Minter; sisters, Berta Nell Gilbert and Nora Bell Minter and brothers, Grover Minter, Jr. and Wendall Minter.

Graveside services for Mrs. Bettie Sue LaRue will be held Saturday, January 29, 2011 at 2:00 p.m. in the Center Hill Cemetery with Dr. John Garner officiating. Interment will follow. Family will receive friends Friday evening 5:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. at the funeral home.

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CHARLES L. RICH
Funeral services for Mr. Charles L. Rich, age 93, of Lovelady, will be held Thursday, January 27, 2011 at 3:00 p.m. in the First Baptist Church in Lovelady. Interment will follow in the Lovelady Evergreen Cemetery. Family will receive friends Wednesday evening from 6:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Lovelady First Baptist Church or Texas A&M Twelfth Man Foundation.

Mr. Charles L. Rich, age 93, of Lovelady, passed away Monday, January 24, 2011 at his residence. He was born August 9, 1917 in Lovelady, Texas and was a resident of Lovelady. Mr. Rich was a veteran of the United States Army having served during World War II. He was an audio and visual specialist for the U. S. Air Force. Mr. Rich was retired having worked for public schools and junior colleges as a science teacher. He was a member of the Association of Former Students of Texas A&M and was a proud member of the First Baptist Church in Lovelady.

Survivors include son, Herman Charles “Chuck” Rich; daughter, Charlotte Ann Baker; grandchildren, Emilia Rich, Doris June Dabney, Jenny Lynn Spray, Newman Foster Baker III “T’ree” and Laura Belle Mayo; ten great-grandchildren, Jake Dabney, Emily Dabney, Benjamin Dabney, Ryan Spray, Corey Spray, Conner Spray, Lauren Spray, Anna Grace Baker, Ava Kate Mayo, Carlton John Mayo III and #11 due in 1 month; numerous other relatives.

Preceded in death by his wife, June Rich and parents, Herman and Annie Rich.

Funeral services for Mr. Charles L. Rich will be held Thursday, January 27, 2011 at 3:00 p.m. in the Lovelady First Baptist Church with Rev. Scott Matthews officiating. Military graveside services will follow in the Lovelady Evergreen Cemetery. Family will receive friends Wednesday evening 6:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. at the funeral home.

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JOYCE EVELYN BAILEY

Joyce Evelyn Bailey, age 90, of Pearland, passed away Sunday, January 23, 2011 at her residence. She was born February 17, 1920 in the Creek Community and was a resident of Pearland for the past 43 years. Mrs. Bailey was a member of the Order of the Eastern Star. She was a loving mother and loved her family.

Survivors include daughters, Pamela Jo Mickler of Pearland, Melanie Dowdy and husband, Randy of Creek; grandchildren, Aaron and Emily Woodard of McKinney, Erin Elaine Mickler of Lake Jackson, Cody Woodard of Pearland; great-granddaughter, Rylyn Mickler of Lake Jackson; numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives.

Preceded in death by husband, Joe E. Bailey; parents, James David and Willie B. McCullar; brother, Kirby and sisters, Helen, Jimmie and Maxine.

Graveside funeral services for Mrs. Joyce Evelyn Bailey will be held Wednesday, January 26, 2011 at 11:00 a.m. in the Creek Cemetery. Interment will follow.

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THOMAS EDWIN WHIFFEN, JR.
Thomas E. Whiffen, Jr., age 53, of Crockett, passed away Sunday, January 23, 2011 in the East Texas Medical Center-Tyler.

He was born January 12, 1958 in Los Angeles, California and had been living in Crockett for the past 3 years, previously living in Trinity. Mr. Whiffen had worked as a pipe fitter and was of the Baptist faith.

Survivors include wife, Debbie L. Whiffen of Crockett; sons, Victor W. Whiffen and wife, Rachel M. Harte, Daniel W. Whiffen; daughter, Barbara L. Thompson and husband, Roger M. Thompson; grandchildren, Christopher R. Crampton, Alyssa L. Whiffen and Susan F. Thompson; brothers and sister, Roxanne Whiffen, Tony A. Schreckengost-Whiffen, Rickie Schreckengost-Whiffen and Jimmy Joe Schreckengost-Whiffen; nephew, Lawrence K. Pack; and his dog the love of his life was his great dane, Marmaduke; numerous other relatives.

Preceded in death by granddaughter, Angel N. Thompson; parents, Thomas and Barbara Whiffen; brothers and sisters, Gary L. Schreckengost, Edward W. Schreckengost, Jr., Dan Patrick Schreckengost, Melvin W. Schreckengost, Floy E. Schreckengost, Learay Schreckgost and Claudine Schreckengost.

Funeral services for Mr. Thomas E. Whiffen, Jr. will be held Thursday, January 27, 2011 at 11:00 a.m. in the Callaway-Allee Memorial Chapel with Rev. Ken Myers officiating. Interment will follow in the Jim English Cemetery.

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MINNIE EVELYN WILCOX HESTER
Minnie Evelyn Wilcox Hester was born September 20, 1912 in Pearson Chapel, Texas and passed away January 21, 2011 at the age of 98 years, 4 months and 1 day in the Winfield Healthcare in Crockett.

She and her husband Travis Wilcox, opened a general store in which Minnie spent most of her days waiting on customers and filling big bills of groceries for residents of Vestula and Murray Farm. Mrs. Hester was a faithful member of the Lovelady First United Methodist Church and never missed a Sunday unless ill, which was almost never. She loved her church with all her heart and read her Bible daily. Mrs. Hester loved cooking, quilting, embroidering, crossword puzzles and gardening; and had a spring and fall garden each year.
Survivors include daughter, Jo Ann Starns Henry and husband, Roy of Porter Springs; one grandson, Christopher Dean Starns and wife, Renee; one great-granddaughter, Morgan Kate Starns; one great-grandson, Jacob Dean Starns all of the Creek Community; special nephew, Charles Arnold of Crockett; special niece, Nell Sinclair and husband, Leon of Bryan; special great-nephew, Larry Knox and wife, Susan of Crockett.

She was preceded in death by husbands, James Travis Wilcox and Harold Hester.

Funeral services for Mrs. Minnie Evelyn Wilcox Hester will be held Tuesday, January 25, 2011 at 10:00 a.m. in the Lovelady First United Methodist Church with Rev. Doug Howell and Rev. Jackie Harmon Snarr officiating. Interment will follow in the Creek Cemetery.

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HOLLIS A. TARVER

Hollis Andrew Tarver known only as “Tarver”, was 76 years old and passed away on January 20, 2011 in the East Texas Medical Center- Tyler.

He was born in Melder, Louisiana, on July 18, 1934, to Lillie Mae and Sam Tarver.

He started as a cab driver in Arkansas when he was 15, then at age 16, he was driving a truck across country. At age 40, he went to work for an underground utility contractor as an operator and supervisor, where he met and married his wife, Paula Joubert Tarver of 36 years. They raised 7 children, he had 4, she had 1, and they had 2 together. They raised their first set of grandchildren with their babies. He was a family man, who very much loved his family and the people around him, he never met a stranger. His last 12 years of working, he worked for Cordell Brick Company in Houston in maintenance. He always loved working, just being able to get up in the morning and go to work. When he wasn’t able to work anymore, it was like something died in him, but he had a thirst for life and his children and grandchildren and he lived through them. He moved his family around a lot, said he was part Gypsy, but when we moved to Crockett in 2002, this was the final move. He was happier here than anywhere he had ever lived. Shortly after he moved here, he gave his life to the Lord, and was very strong in his faith. He was a member of the Grapeland Baptist Church. His faith is what helped him recover from the loss of his beloved son Christopher, who died in 1997, when he was almost 22. His ashes will be interred there with Christopher in Houston. Tarver was a wonderful husband, a great father, a good brother and friend to all who knew him and he will be greatly missed.

Survivors include wife of 36 years, Paula Tarver of Crockett; children, Austin Tarver and wife, Susan, Jason Tarver, Eloise Sims and husband, Bob, Sherry Hill, Terry Tarver; step-son, Hollis Scott, Jr. and wife, Shannon; brother, Lowell Tarver and wife, Patricia; sister, Sammie Lee Johnson and husband, Danny; grandchildren, Angela Yoder, Pamela Lotz, Austin,Jr., Jody, Hope and Christina Tarver, Krissy Clifton, Shonna and Travis Hill, Stomita and Kostaki Zouboulikos, McKayla, Stephan and Dallas Scott, Clint and Cody Cunningham; great-grandchildren, Adarianna, Chasity and Kevin Jr. Clifton; Jody Jr., Christopher, Allison and Brandon Tarver, Joseph, Alissa and Emily Lotz, Wesley, Jasen and Nathan Yoder, Cheyenne and Christopher Cunningham; many nieces, nephews and other relatives.

Preceded in death by beloved son, Christopher Lee Tarver; parents, Lillie Mae Walters and Sam Tarver; sisters, Bernadean Collins and Ruth Patterson and nieces, Debbie Swartout and Tanya Ruth Patterson.

Memorial services and a celebration of life for Mr. Hollis Andrew Tarver will be held Saturday, February 5, 2011 at 4:00 p.m. in the Grapeland Baptist Church with Rev. Charles Pyle officiating.

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Richard Theo Murchison
(July 28, 1941 - January 17, 2011)

Services for Richard Theo Murchison age 69, of Riverside will be at 1:00 P.M. Thursday at Bailey & Foster Chapel, Grapeland with Rev. Warren Austin officiating. Burial will follow in Refuge Cemetery. Arrangements are under the direction of Bailey & Foster.

Mr. Murchison died Monday at Winfield Nursing Center in Crockett. He was born July 28, 1941 in Houston to George Spencer and Rosalie Cox Murchison.

Mr. Murchison was a retired supervisor from Blue Bell Ice Cream with 28 years of service. After retirement they moved to Riverside where he enjoyed fishing and traveling. He was a member of the Riverside United Methodist Church. Mr. Murchison served in the U.S. Army in Germany.
Mr. Murchison was preceded in death by his parents, and two brothers Spencer Mayo Murchison and Phil Murchison. He is survived by his wife of 18 years, Lynn Dunkerley Murchison of Riverside, a daughter Mary Louise Burch of Albuquerque, New Mexico, sons Don Murchison and wife Cheryl of Houston and Marc Murchison of College Station, two grandchildren Shelby Murchison and Sadie Murchison. Pallbearers will be David Gessing, Roland Dunkerley, Gary Werner, Larry Christopher, Spencer Murchison, and Clayton Field. Condolence calls will be received 1 hour prior to the service.

Guy "Dickey" Manville
(January 11, 1938 - January 4, 2011)

Graveside services for Guy “Dickey” Manville age 72, of Grapeland will be at 11:00 A.M. Friday at Dailey Cemetery with Dr. Jack Shoultz officiating. Arrangements are under the direction of Bailey & Foster. Mr. Manville died Tuesday at his residence.

He was born January 11, 1938 in Beaumont to Guy C. and Gladys Denton Manville.

Mr. Manville was a self employed cattleman. He was a member of the First Baptist Church of Grapeland. Mr. Manville was preceded in death by his parents and a son William Cody Manville.

He is survived by a daughter Tammey Lee Miller and husband Marvin of Guy, TX., sons Guy Randall Manville and wife Carolyn of Needville, Taylor Boyd Manville of Needville, a sister Marjorie Ann Rodriguez of Tyler and seven grandchildren.

FRANCES PEARSON
Funeral services for Mrs. Frances Pearson, age 88, will be held Thursday, January 20, 2011 at 10:00 a.m. in the First Baptist Church in Lovelady. Graveside services will follow at 3:00 p.m. in the Waco Memorial Park. F

Mrs. Frances Pearson, age 88, of Grapeland, passed away, Tuesday, January 18, 2011 at her residence. She was born February 06, 1922 in Waco and was a resident of Grapeland for many years. Mrs. Pearson attended Baylor University where she met her husband, Rev. L. R. Pearson and they were later married on August 5, 1941. She was a homemaker and a Pastor’s wife. Mrs. Pearson was a member of the First Baptist Church in Lovelady.

Survivors include husband of 69 years, Rev. L. R. Pearson of Grapeland; daughters, Pat Pyron and husband, Metz of Houston, Nancy Rooney and husband, Larry of Grapeland, Connie Birdwell and husband, Joe of Maryland; grandchildren, Sherri Bazan, Ronnie Pyron, Stacey Goar, Richard Pyron, Shelley Nauman, Rhonda Shaw, Craig Martin; twenty-two great grandchildren; one great great-grandchild; sisters, Inda Miller of Columbus, Rose Mary Painter of Dallas; brother, Dr. Milton Rhodes, Jr. of San Antonio; numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives. Preceded in death by parents, Milton and Fannie Mae Rhodes and sister, Martha Beckham.

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ELVERA PORET SAUCIER
Funeral services for Mrs. Elvera Poret Saucier, age 85, of Grapeland, will be held Friday, January 21, 2011 at 1:30 p.m. in the St. Francis of the Tejas Catholic Church. Interment will follow in the Augusta Cemetery. Family will receive friends Thurday beginning at 5:30 p.m. with rosary services starting at 6:00 p.m. at the funeral home.

Mrs. Elvera Poret Saucier, age 85, of Grapeland, passed away Monday, January 16, 2011 at her residence. She was born January 19, 1925 in Hickory, Louisiana and was a 1941 graduate of Cottonport High School in Cottonport, Louisiana.

Mrs. Saucier was a resident of Grapeland for many years. She was involved with her children in the P.T.O., Cub Scouts, Boy Scouts and Girl Scouts of America. She was a member of the Garden Club and Business and Professional Women in Grapeland. Mrs. Saucier was also a member of the St. Francis of the Tejas Catholic Church in Crockett having served on the Ladies Guild and was very active in the Catholic Daughters of America.

Survivors include children, David Saucier and wife, Peggy of Houston, Philip Saucier and wife, Lisa of Santa Fe, Cynthia Jones and husband, Fred of Magnolia, Walter Saucier and wife, Tina of Grapeland, Burton Saucier and life partner, Helmut Stuhlman of Valrico, Florida, Cheryl Rodriquez and husband, Roy of Houston, Tim Saucier and wife, Kim of Grapeland; grandchildren, David Emile Saucier, Stephen Saucier, Sara Rodriguez, Ryan Saucier, Eric Saucier, Matthew Jones, Jennifer Noto, Susan Jones, Roy Rodriquez IV, Renee’ Basham, Melissa Parker, Keith Saucier; step-grandchildren, Jamie Stewart and Vince Stewart; great-grandchildren, Jena Saucier, Leah Saucier, Mattie Saucier, Allie Noto, Carson Basham, Addisyn Basham, Nathaniel Saucier, Natalie Saucier, Caroline Saucier, Chloe Saucier, Ellie Rodriguez, Benjamin Rodriguez and Macie Parker; brothers, Ory G. Poret of Baton Rouge, Louisiana, Dr. Harris L. Poret and wife, Josie of Cottonport, Louisiana; numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives. Preceded in death by husband, Walter Earl (Dutch) Saucier; parents, Lionel H. and Sarah (Ardoin) Poret; brothers, Dr. Harvey A. Poret and Curley L. Poret.

Family will receive friends Thursday, January 20, 2011, evening beginning at 5:30 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. with rosary services starting at 6:00 p.m. Funeral mass for Mrs. Elvera Poret Saucier will be held Friday, January 21, 2011 at 1:30 p.m. in the St. Francis of the Tejas Catholic Church with Father Ranjan Cletus and Father Gary Rottman officiating. Interment will follow in the Augusta Cemetery.

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EUNICE DALE GATES ZALESKY

Eunice Dale Gates “Nanny” Zalesky, age 73, of Kennard, passed away Friday, January 14, 2011 in the East Texas Medical Center-Crockett. She was born December 17, 1937 in Carmona, Trinity County, Texas and had lived all of her lifetime in Kennard. Mrs. Zalesky was a homemaker and member of the Truth Tabernacle Church in Kennard. She was an avid seamstress and enjoyed making dolls. Mrs. Zalesky was a loving nanny and mother.

Survivors include children, La Quita Mancilla of Crockett, Perry Lynn Neal of Kennard, Gary Neal of Kennard, Terry Neal of Kennard, Raquel Lopez and husband, Gustavo of Livingston, Cristy Zalesky of Kennard, Kenneth Neal of San Augustine, Kayla Neal of Seattle, Washington; twenty grandchildren; sixteen great-grandchildren; brothers, Raymond Gates and wife, Martha, Aubrey Gates and wife, Joyce, Harold Gates; sister, Joanie Arnold and husband, Eugene; numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives.

Preceded in death by parents, Cleet and Eva Alexander Gates; brother and sister-in-law, Tommy and Kay Gates; sister-in-law, Betty Gates; grandson, Cpl. Jacob Neal; and ex-husband, Huron “Judge” Neal.

Funeral services for Mrs. Eunice Dale Gates “Nanny” Zalesky will be held Monday, January 17, 2011 at 2:30 p.m. in the Tabernacle of Praise in Kennard with Rev. Eugene Arnold officiating. Interment will follow in the Ivie Cemetery. Family will receive friends Sunday evening 5:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. at Tabernacle of Praise.

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ZORA ELLENA HAMLIN

Ellena Hamlin, age 81, of Lovelady, passed away Friday, January 14, 2011 in the Houston Hospice. She was born December 1, 1929 in Houston County, Texas and had lived in Lovelady since 1991, previously living in Houston. Mrs. Hamlin was retired having worked as a secretary.
Survivors include son, Richard Hamlin and wife, Kathy of Pasadena; daughter, Janis Alfred and husband, Charles of Crockett; grandchildren, Melissa Hamlin, Meagan Hamlin, Matthew Hamlin, Trey Johnson and Cliff Johnson; numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives.

Preceded in death by husband, Harold Hamlin; father and mother, Richard Henry Alfred and Elzora Padgett Alfred; sisters, Effie Moffitt, Alpha Morgan and Frances Kendrick Bartee; and brothers, Moody Alfred, R. H. Alfred and Elzie Alfred.

Funeral services for Mrs. Ellena Hamlin will be held Monday, January 17, 2011 at 11:00 a.m. in the Callaway-Allee Memorial Chapel with Rev. Dennis Lowery officiating. Interment will follow in the Jim English Cemetery.

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PAULINE MARIE HALLMARK

Funeral services for Mrs. Pauline Marie Hallmark, age 95, of Flowery Branch, Georgia, formerly of Crockett, Texas, will be held Sunday, January 16, 2011 in the Callaway-Allee Memorial Chapel with Rev. Jim Durham officiating. Interment will follow in the Calvary Cemetery in Nogalus Prairie.

Pauline Marie Hallmark, age 95, of Flowery Branch, Georgia, formerly of Crockett, Texas, passed away Tuesday, January 11, 2011 in the Willowwood Nursing Home in Flowery Branch, Georgia . Mrs. Hallmark was born October 08, 1915 in Houston County, Texas and was a resident of Crockett for many years. She was the wife of Burke L. Hallmark until his death on Jan 19, 1996. Mrs. Hallmark was a former member of the First Baptist Church in Kennard and First Baptist Church in Crockett. She was a housewife.

Survivors include one child, Shirley Hallmark Goodwin and husband, Dr. Charles Goodwin of Atlanta, Georgia area; three grandchildren, Timothy Goodwin, Andy Goodwin and Tylene Goodwin Foster all Atlanta, Georgia; three great grandchildren Savannah Foster a student at Georgia Tech in Atlanta, Georgia, Hunter Foster a student at Georgia State University in Atlanta, Georgia and Drew Goodwin a student at Valdosta State University in Valdosta, Georgia; many nieces and nephews, and great-nieces and great-nephews, and a few great- great-nieces and great- great-nephews.

Preceded in death by parents, Robert Edward Sanders and Norma Byers Sanders of Houston County; three brothers, Homer Sanders of Houston, Nelson Sanders of Huntsville and Austin Sanders of Huntsville; and three sisters, Helen Hobson of Huntsville, Zula Broxson of Lovelady, and Mavrick Hobson English of Latexo.

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HELEN CALVERT CHANDLER

Helen Calvert Chandler, age 97, of College Station, previously of Lovelady, passed away, Monday, January 3, 2011, in the Magnified Health and Rehab of Anderson in College Station. She was born September 20, 1913 in Prairie Point Community and had been living in College Station for the past 3 years. Mrs. Chandler was a member of the A & M Church of Christ in College Station and was a housewife.

Survivors include son, Leon Chandler and wife, Pat of Conroe; daughter, Linda Chandler of Bryan; grandchildren, Michael Chandler of Conroe, Jeff Chandler of Houston, Paula Roberts of Somerville, Steven Barefield of Houston, Amanda Wright of Austin, Matthew Martin of College Station, Cynthia Martin of Marble Falls; fifteen great-grandchildren; five great-great-grandchildren; sister-in-law, Jo Calvert of Madisonville; numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives.

Preceded in death by husband, Carl Chandler; daughter, Melba Anderson; parents, Austin and Minnie Calvert; grandson, Jodie Barefield; sisters, Faye Chandler, Lois Jeffus and Ruth Carroll and brother, Gary Calvert.

Funeral services for Mrs. Helen Calvert Chandler will be held Thursday, January 6, 2011 at 1:00 p.m. in the Callaway-Allee Memorial Chapel with Mr. Lanier Stevens officiating. Interment will follow in the Lovelady Antioch Cemetery.

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ALTA “SISSY” RAY

Alta “Sissy” Ray, age 52, of Huntsville, passed away, Friday, December 31, 2010 in the Huntsville Memorial Hospital. She was born June 20, 1958 in Crockett, Texas and had lived most of her lifetime in Huntsville.

Survivors include brother, Wayne Roberson and wife, Joyce of Huntsville; sister, Addie Ray “Mickey” Smith of Huntsville; brother, Larry Roberson and wife, Debbie of Riverside; numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives. Preceded in death by parents, Alton Ray, Sr. and Addie Lou Ray; sisters, Betty Joyce Roberson; brother, Alton Ray, Jr. and sister, Mary Huntsberger.

Funeral services for Miss Alta “Sissy” Ray will be held Tuesday, January 4, 2011 at 2:00 p.m. in the Callaway-Allee Memorial Chapel. Interment will follow in the Davis Cemetery.

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EMMA PAULINE WESTBROOK

Mrs. Emma Pauline Westbrook, age 90, of Latexo, passed away Wednesday, December 29, 2010 in the Pine Ridge Healthcare in Livingston. She was born December 20, 1920 in Angleton, Texas and had lived most of her lifetime in Latexo. Mrs. Westbrook was retired from Champion Papers in Pasadena where she had worked as a secretary with 40 years of service. She was a member of the Order of the Eastern Star and the First Baptist Church in Latexo.

Survivors include numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives including; great niece and care giver: Sheila Koperna and husband, Bill of Livingston and great-great- niece, Stacie Walton of Onalaska. Preceded in death by husband of 65 years, James L. Westbrook.

Funeral services for Mrs. Emma Pauline Westbrook were held Sunday, January 2, 2011 at 2:00 p.m. in the First Baptist Church in Latexo with Dr. Jeff Taylor officiating. Interment will follow in the Latexo Cemetery.

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JOHN RODNEY "JOHNNY" SHAVER

John R. Shaver "Johnny" went to be with the Lord on December 30, 2010 in Conroe, Texas at the age of 86. He was born in Grapeland, Texas on November 15, 1924 to Willis and Adelaide Shaver.

He joined the Navy Seabees in the 1940′s during WWII and was in the South Pacific corridor.

After the war he returned to Crockett where he met and married Martha Ann Spence. They had one son, John Rodney Shaver, Jr. and lived in Crockett, Texas. Johnny retired from Entex as Manager of the Crockett office after thirty-seven years of service. He was a member of the First United Methodist Church of Crockett, a member of the Lothrop Masonic Lodge #21 of Crockett and retired from the Crockett Volunteer Fire Department presiding as Fire Chief during that time. He loved being with his family and his many friends, along with fishing and hunting.

John is preceded in death by his loving wife, Martha Ann Spence Shaver, father Willis Shaver, mother Adelaide Selkirk Shaver, brother George Willis Shaver, sister-in-law Charlyne Matchett Shaver, sister-in-law Peggy Spence Freshour, brother-in-law James Cecil, niece Jo Anna Cecil, and nephew Marty Freshour.

He is survived by his son John Rodney Shaver Jr. and wife Barbara Norrid Shaver of Kingwood, TX; Sister, Marjorie Shaver Cecil; Grandson, Eddie Norrid of Deer Park, TX; great grandchildren Lexi and Riley Norrid; sister-in-law, Doris Spence Griffin; nieces, Gorgana Shaver Hyde, Mary Helen Cecil York; nephews, James David Cecil, David Frank Griffin, Dwight Griffin, Don Griffin and Bill Freshour.

Funeral services for Mr. John R. Shaver "Johnny" will be held at 2:00 pm on Saturday, January 1, 2011 in the Callaway-Allee Memorial Chapel with Dr. Jerry House officiating. A graveside service will take place following the service at Evergreen Memorial Park in Crockett, Texas.

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Birth: Jul. 23, 1929
Oakwood, Leon County, Texas
Death: Jun. 17, 2010
Crockett, Houston County, Texas

Mr. Pierson was preceded in death by his parents: John and Estelle (Barnett) Pierson; 9 siblings.

He leaves to cherish his memories (a nephew he raised) Felix N. (Lois) Green of Oceanside, CA; a son, George Ray (Ruth) Pierson of Grapeland; a nephew he raised, Tony (Jamie) Handsborough of Palestine; a son, Darryl (Hazel) McDaniel of Crockett; a daughter, Oneta (William) Miller of Crocket and Cleven Wayne (Minnie) Pierson of Crocket and Mitchell Reagans of Iowa; two sisters-in-law, two brothers-in-law; 22 grandchildren, 20 great grandchildren; numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.

Burial was in the New Cedar Branch Cemetery, Houston Co., TX.

Link: Pierson genealogy

CAROL McKINNEY GROUNDS

Carol McKinney Grounds will be held Saturday, December 18, 2010 at 10:00 a.m. in the Callaway-Allee Memorial Chapel with Rev. Carl Standley and Rev. William Few officiating. Interment will follow in the Parker Cemetery in the Jones School House Community.

Carol McKinney Grounds, age 79, of Porter Springs, passed away Wednesday, December 15, 2010 at her residence. She was born December 25, 1930 in Bluffton, Indiana and had lived in Porter Springs since 1959. Mrs. Grounds was a member of the Christian Womens Club and Porter Springs Baptist Church. She was a housewife and a very special loving wife, mother and grandmother. Survivors include loving husband of 61 years, Grady Grounds, Jr. of Porter Springs; children, Cynthia Criddle of Mesquite; Grady Grounds III and wife, Dory of Crockett, Pamela Vickers-Fairchild and husband, Phil of Crockett, Penny Grounds of Crockett, Fred Grounds of Crockett; grandchildren, Carrie Grounds of Crockett, Nancy Vickers of Crockett, Joshua Grounds of Gun Barrel City, Jerrod Vickers and wife, Tiffany of Crockett, Stacey Parry and husband, James of Lufkin, Chad Criddle and wife, Jill of Mesquite, Sarah Grounds of Crockett, Kimberley Williams and husband, Andrew of Anderson, Nathan Moffett of Dallas, Jamie Grounds of Crockett, Ally Grounds of Crockett, Jason Grounds of Crockett; brothers and sisters, Bill McKinney and wife, Betty of Fort Wayne, Indiana, Roger McKinney and wife, Pat of Fremont, Indiana, Kenny McKinney of Tennessee, Donna Brawn of Tennessee, numerous great grandchildren, nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by parents, Fred and Florence McKinney; sister, Kathleen Blackmon and son-law, Chuck Criddle.

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MAVIS KNOX

Mavis Knox, age 89, of Crockett, will be held Wednesday, December 22, 2010, at 1:00 p.m. in the Callaway-Allee Memorial Chapel. A private family graveside will follow in the Evergreen Memorial Park.

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SUE GIBSON HILL

Sue Gibson Hill will be held Thursday, December 23, 2010 at 2:00 p.m. in the Callaway-Allee Memorial Chapel with Rev. Terry Gibson officiating. Interment will follow in the New Energy Cemetery.

Sue Gibson Hill, age 72, of Crockett, passed away Monday, December 20, 2010 in Crockett. She was born November 19, 1938 in Crockett, Texas and had lived in Crockett for the past 15 years. Mrs. Hill was a housewife and was a member of the Shady Grove Baptist Church.
Survivors include husband, Billie G. Hill of Crockett; daughters, Rita Gibson King and husband, DaWayne of Crockett, Susan McDaniel and husband, Curtis of Crockett; grandchildren, Timothy King and wife, Shelly of Crockett, Anthony King and wife, Kendall of Crockett, James Ragsdale and wife, Michal of Beaumont; great-granddaughter, Leah King of Crockett; step-children, Jacky Hill and wife, Deana of Crockett; Russell Hill and husband, Jody of Buffalo; step-grandchildren, Brandon Hill and wife, Sandy of Crockett, Tiffany Thomas and husband, Justin of Spring; step-great-grandchild, Tristen; sisters, Carol Patrick and husband, James of Crockett, Estelle Stuart of Houston; numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives. Preceded in death by husband, Jack Gibson, Jr. in 2005; parents, George and Jewell Richardson and nephew, David Patrick.

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PAULA JONES

Funeral services for Mrs. Paula Jones, of Lovelady, will be held Monday, December 27, 2010 at 10:00 a.m. in the Northwest Bible Church in Spring. Graveside services will follow at 3:00 p.m. in the Holly Cemetery.

Paula Jones, age 88, of Lovelady, passed away Monday, December 20, 2010, in the Triumph Health Care in Tomball. She was born August 17, 1922 in Collin County, Texas and had lived in Lovelady since 1982.

Mrs. Jones was instrumental and actively involved in Between Job Ministries in Northwest Bible Church. She was a housewife and a member of the First Baptist Church in Lovelady.

Survivors include daughter, Patricia Anne Williams and husband, Larry; son, Larry C. Jones and wife, Allie; sister, Sandra Jaynes; brothers, Lloyd Fred Akin, Kenneth Ray Akin and wife, Loretta; grandchildren, Robert D. Williams and wife, Nan, Robin A. Arnold and husband, Brian, Rodney E. Williams and wife, Kathleen, Ronald Williams and wife, Renee, Lori Snelson and husband, Ricky, Heather Shaffer and husband, Kevin, Shelly Jones, Robin Kachantones-Tucker and husband, Michael, Lainie McKeating and husband, Sean, Jessica Doty and husband, Michael; twenty-great-grandchildren, two great-great-grandchildren; numerous nieces, nephews, great nieces, great nephews and friends. Preceded in death by parents, Roy and Edna Akin; husband, John H. Jones, Jr.,; son, Vaughn Ray Jones and sister, Edna Faye Jones and husband, Quinton.

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DENNIS SEXTON

Funeral services for Dennis Sexton will be held Friday, December 24, 2010 at 11:00 a.m. in the Callaway-Allee Memorial Chapel with Rev. Keeney Dickenson officiating. Interment will follow in the Evergreen Memorial Park. Family will receive friends Thursday evening 5:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Houston County Animal Shelter, Houston County Veterinary Hospital, 2105 N. Fourth Street, Crockett, Texas 75835.

Dennis Sexton, age 87, of Crockett, passed away Tuesday, December 21, 2010 in the East Texas Medical Center-Tyler. He was born November 6, 1923 in Houston County, Texas and was a resident of Crockett most of his lifetime. Mr. Sexton was a veteran of the U. S. Army having served during World War II. He was a retired painter and a member of the First Baptist Church in Crockett.

Survivors include wife, Jane Omelina Sexton of Crockett; sister-in-law, Mickey McGaugh of Corsicana; numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives. Preceded in death by parents, Will and Leila Sexton; sisters, Syble Beeson and Mary Lou Welch; brothers, W. J. Sexton, John Elliott Sexton and Charles Edgar Sexton and special cousin, Wilma Sexton Foote.

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HAZEL McANALLY

Hazel McAnally, age 96, of Pasadena, passed away Friday, December 24, 2010 in the Bayshore Hospital in Pasadena. She was born September 13, 1914 in Mt. Selman, Texas, and had been living in Pasadena for the past 11 years. Mrs. McAnally had worked as a clerk for Craven and Dargins Insurance and was a member of the Cumberland Presbyterian Church in Mt. Selman.

Survivors include two sisters, Frances Loretta Blaylock and husband, Thomas Winston of Houma, Ouida Sanderson of Pasadena, numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives including, Sandee and Stan Davis of Friendswood and Sherry and Mike Mays of Mobile, Alabama. Preceded in death by husband, Milton Fletcher McAnally.

Graveside funeral services for Mrs. Hazel McAnally will be held Monday, December 27, 2010 at 10:30 a.m. in the Old Glover Cemetery with Rev. Reggie Gregory officiating. Interment will follow.

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