Obituaries

CEDAR FALLS — Linda Louise (Dorough) Jernigan, age 82, of Cedar Falls, died Friday, April 11, 2025, at NewAldaya Lifescapes in Cedar Falls, Iowa.

She was born April 8, 1943, in Tyler, Texas, the daughter of Paul and Helen (Harris) Dorough. Linda graduated from Robert E. Lee High School in Tyler. She then attended North Texas St University and graduated in 1965 with a BA in French, along with a Texas state teaching certificate. She married Malcolm Lathon Jernigan on July 24, 1965, at Marvin Methodist Church in Tyler, TX. She taught French and English at Garland HS in Garland, TX, and San Marcos HS in San Marcos, TX. Her husband Lathon was a music professor and was hired to teach music at the University of Northern Iowa, which brought them to Iowa in the early 1970’s. She later earned a master’s degree in College Student Personnel Services from UNI. In 1982 she began a 30+ year career in working with the admission of international students attending the University of Northern Iowa. She loved her job because she was able to facilitate the intricate admission process from these students and because it provided her the chance to meet people from all over the world.

Linda had a great love for her husband, two daughters, and their children. She truly loved bringing a wide variety of pets into the family for all to enjoy, especially the love of horses and the joy of horseback riding.

She is survived by two daughters, Lisa Banks of Fort Worth, TX, and Lesley (Dave Hatcher) Jernigan of Cedar Falls; two grandsons, Donavon (Sein) Banks of Fort Worth, TX, and Sawyer Howe of Cedar Falls; and a sister, Paula (David) Dorough-Kahler of Dallas, TX.

Linda was preceded in death by her parents, and her husband, Malcolm Lathon Jernigan.

A gathering of friends and family with be held from 4-6pm on May 1, 2025, at Richardson Funeral Service in Cedar Falls. Inurnment will be at a later date in Goldthwaite, TX.

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In Loving Memory of

Cliff Saunders 1943-2025

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In Loving Memory of

Hyman Paul White March 10,1943 - June 8, 2021

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In Memory of

Cherry Jo McKinney Pruett Sister of Sammie McKinney Peterson

Cherry Jo Pruett went to be with our Lord on February 22, 2025. She was born on October 18, 1937 in Palestine, Texas to Samuel Charles McKinney and Evelyn Edith McKinney.

Cherry grew up in Tyler, Texas. She attended Tyler Junior College where she was a member of the Apache Belles. She transferred and graduated from North Texas State College in Denton, Texas, where she pledged Zeta Tau Alpha. While there she went on a blind date and met her future husband, Bill Pruett. They were married in 1959 and moved to Corpus Christi, Texas where they had their three daughters, Denise, Dana, and Barbara. They were married for 57 years until Bill’s passing in 2017.

Cherry was a longtime educator and taught at Mary Carroll High School, Foy H. Moody High School and Del Mar College. Cherry was instrumental in the first drill team at Moody High School. She earned her Master’s Degree from Texas A & I University while teaching at Del Mar College where she taught until she retired in 1997. She enjoyed her career teaching, receiving the TBEA Educator of the Year Award Honor nomination in 1980.

After retiring Bill and Cherry hit the road taking many trips across the country in their RV. Traveling all the way to Alaska and also down into Mexico. There was never a dull moment on their adventures.

Cherry loved her church. She and Bill were active members of St. Luke’s United Methodist Church. Through the years she taught Sunday school, organized Mother’s Day Out, served on many committees, was active in the Emmaus Community and was a member of the Triangle Sunday School class where they made many lifelong friends.

Cherry was a breast cancer survivor in 1997. She volunteered for the American Cancer Society driving patients to their chemotherapy treatments. She never complained about her treatments then and again in recent years. She said she had never felt so blessed to have so many people surround her with love and support.

Cherry loved sports. While living in Corpus Christi, she and Bill had season tickets to the Hooks minor league baseball team games and were avid San Antonio Spurs and Houston Astros fans. Cherry also shared a love for hockey, watching games with her cherished friends, neighbors Dave and Simone.

Cherry moved to Signature Point in Dallas, Texas in 2021 to be closer to her daughters. She transitioned beautifully making many new friends who loved her. She spent most her evenings watching her new teams the Dallas Mavericks and Texas Rangers and playing many competitive games of double solitaire with her friend Gary.

Cherry had the kindest heart and was a loving and devoted, wife, mother, grandmother, neighbor, teacher, and friend to all she met. Mom, we will miss you so much.

Cherry was preceded in death by her husband Bill Pruett; her parents Sam and Evelyn McKinney; and sister Dolores Reitz.

Cherry is survived by her daughters, Denise Smith, and husband Dan Smith; Dana Morris, and husband Robbie Morris; Barbara Sherwood, and husband Matt Sherwood; granddaughters: Hannah Kapec, and husband Cam Kapec; Haley Spillars, and husband Cole Spillars; and younger sister, Sammie Peterson.

Visitation and Celebration of Life will be held on Tuesday March 4, 2025 at Seaside Funeral Home Chapel, 4357 Ocean Dr., Corpus Christi, Texas. Visitation beginning at 12:30p.m., Celebration of Life at 1:30p.m., followed by a private family burial at 2:30p.m.

In memory of Larry Don Cook, a loving husband, father and grandfather who passed away peacefully at his Starrville, Texas home on April 15, 2024, just a week before his 81st birthday.

Born in Chandler, Texas, on April 22 of 1943 to Roy and Alice Cook, Larry's lively spirit and love of humor brightened the lives of all who knew him. Known for his playful nature and affinity for cracking jokes, Larry's mischievous grin could always bring a smile to everyone around him. Larry adored spending time with his grandchildren, cherishing every moment he shared with them.

Larry's passion for farming and raising cattle kept him busy, but he always made time for family adventures and travel, often with his beloved wife of many years, Faye Cook. A true Texan at heart, Larry bled blue for his favorite football team, the Dallas Cowboys, and relished watching classic western films.

Additionally, Larry found purpose in serving his community as a volunteer fireman at both the Dixie and Winona Fire Departments. His dedication to helping others and willingness to lend a hand in times of need touched countless lives and will be remembered by many.

A man of faith, Larry drew strength from his belief in the Lord and found solace in his spiritual connection. He was a steadfast pillar in his community, embodying kindness, generosity, and unwavering love for his family and friends.

Larry is survived by his beloved wife, Faye cook; children, Cynthia Cook, Kevin Cook and Toni, Steven Cook and Sarah, Jeff Cook and Jamie as well as Jason Cook and Ladona; grandchildren, Jennifer, Julie, Andy, Stormy, Misti, Jaxxon, Juddson, Colten and London; as well as several great-grandchildren.

Larry is preceded in death by his parents, Roy and Alice Cook; siblings, Roy Lee Jr, Mary Evelyn, Betty Lou and John Jackson; as well as a grandchild, Bailee Cook.

The family would like to make mention of special family and friends who offered invaluable help to, thank you; Rene Jones, Ramon Rosales, Rodney Rogers, Dan English and Maurice Battie.

To honor Larry's life and legacy, a visitation will be held on Thursday, April 18, 2024 from 6 to 8 in the evening at First Baptist Church in Gladewater, Texas. A funeral service will be held on Friday, April 19, 2024, 2 in the afternoon at First Baptist Church, Gladewater, Texas. Interment will follow at Barber Cemetery.

Larry's memory will live on in the hearts of those who knew him, and his legacy of love and service will continue to inspire for years to come. May he rest in peace.

Funeral Service First Baptist Church Gladewater Friday, April 19, 20242:00 - 3:00 pm

Interment Barber Cemetery Friday, April 19, 2024 3:00 - 4:00 pm

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In Loving Memory of

Edwin Douglas "Doug" Murdock

Douglas “Doug” Murdock, passed away at his home on Sunday, August 18, 2024 at the age of 81. His loving wife of 40 years by his side. He is preceded in death by his mother, Marie Higginbotham Forster of Huntsville, Texas and his father, Alvin Murdock of Tyler, Texas.

He is survived by his loving wife Connie Murdock, son Benjamin Murdock and Wife Shannon children Logan and Kendall of Huntsville, Kelli Ward and Husband Nathan of Huntsville. Kim Speck and fiance John of Huntsville, Bud Speck and Wife Darla of Huntsville

Doug was blessed with 12 grandchildren: Ashley Blaydes, Reed Estep, Joshua Turner, Brittany Vogler, Dusty Speck, Brooke Ward, Kason Ward, Garrett Collum, Logan Murdock, Skyler Speck, Colten Speck and Kendall Murdock and 19 Great-Grandchildren.

Doug proudly served in the United States Marine Corps during the Vietnam Era where he earned the Good Conduct and Expert Rifleman Awards. He went on to attain his master’s degree in criminal justice at Sam Houston State University and began his long career with the Texas Department of Criminal Justice. “Captain Murdock” was revered as a fair, and just Disciplinary Captain as well as a good friend to his fellow employees. During his tenure at TDCJ, Doug Served as a Training Academy Sergeant, a Fire-Arms Instructor and an Internal Affairs Lieutenant before his promotion to Disciplinary Captain “DHO”. (Where his children knew he would be the “Best of the Best”)

Doug loved learning. He continued taking classes at Sam Houston State University for over two decades. His interests and studies included; Art , Classical Guitar, and Firearms and he loved to share knowledge and using his well-honed skills. He was a passionate and gifted teacher and worked for many years teaching so many children Art at Alpha Omega Academy in Huntsville as well as teaching general studies at Wyndham School District. His love of the arts included playing French Horn in The United States Marine Corps Band and the Conroe Philharmonic Symphony where he performed a part of the orchestra for the production of My Fair Lady at the Creighton Theater in Conroe. Always enjoying his classical guitar playing, painting, watercolors and sketching as serious hobbies and he loved providing individual art and guitar classes from his home studio.

Doug was a loving, caring, gentle soul with the kindest bright blue eyes. He had an infectious smile and a gift to make each person feel so special, always knowing the perfect subject to discuss. When Edwin had visitors he would light up with joy especially spending time with his grandchildren and great grandchildren. We will miss you every day until we see you again.

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We are saddened to report that Tommy Brown passed away on Christmas Eve of 2024. He had been in Watkins-Logan home for veterans suffering from Parkinsons and dementia for some time and died about a month after his wife Pat. He attended TJC after REL and then on to UT Austin. An avid baseball fan he was close to Jack Sowers and Charles Bridges while at UT. After college he served in the Air Force during the Vietnam war.Upon returning to civilian life he spent the majority of his career as a self employed insurance inspector and retired at 70 to enjoy his golden years while traveling and cruising.

He is survived by one son and three granddaughters as well as step children from Pat's side. Living in Tyler Tommy frequented many of our functions and always had a smile on his face.

Per Stewart Family Funeral Home no service was planned nor was there any obituary. If anything pops up we will forward it to our classmates. He makes the number of known deaths from our class at 100 RIP Tommy.

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12-06-1943 - 12-15-2024

Patricia (Pat) Forman Nelkin, December 6, 1943-December 15, 2025, grew up in Tyler, Texas. She graduated from Robert E. Lee High School and Tyler Junior College. In 1963 she came to Houston to work as a secretary. Pat was introduced to William (Bill) Haskell Nelkin and after a short courtship, they married in 1964. Pat was a devoted housewife, mother, grandmother, and aunt. She loved cooking, gardening, needlepointing, creating stained glass pieces, and collecting. Pat even started her own business creating flower arrangements. Pat & Bill enjoyed antiquing, but she loved her Royal Doulton figurines which she collected over 50 years. She and Bill were so involved with collecting advertising memorabilia that they joined the Coca-Cola Collector's Club of Houston and in 1991, they decided to go into retail together, and opened the Cola Collection, located first at Memorial City Mall, and then in the Rice Village, and remained in business for 15 years.
Pat is preceded by her husband William, sister Marsha Orloff, and parents Fannie Hochman and Lewis Forman. She is survived by her children Lane Nelkin, Libby & Andrew Mintz, Dora Hecker, and grandchildren Zane & Zander Nelkin.

A memorial service will convene at 12:30 pm of Sunday, January 12, 2024 at Congregation Beth Israel, 5600 N. Braeswood, Houston, Texas 77096.

In lieu of flowers, donations in Pat’s memory can be made to Congregation Beth Israel (https://www.beth-israel.org/giving/).

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LibbyNelkin Mintz is her daughter if you would like to send a card or condolendce.

Her address is

1522 Nantucket Dr.

Unit B Houston 77057

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Patricia "Pat" Brown - Wife of Tommy Brown

Funeral services for Patricia “Pat” Brown, 78, of Tyler, will be held at 2:00 p.m., Saturday, November 30,2024, at Stewart Family Funeral Home, The Rev. Ron Moore officiating. Interment will follow in Rose Lawn Cemetery. Pat was born April 23, 1946 in Eunice, Louisiana to Edward and Hazel Bellon Aucoin and passed away November 25, 2024 in Tyler.
Pat graduated from University of Texas at Arlington, and was a retired French Teacher, having taught at Chapel Hill, Whitehouse, and finally All Saints schools.
She enjoyed going to the Tyler Public Library to get her books. She was an avid traveler. She loved spending time with her kids and grandchildren and would attend many of their activities. Pat looked forward to her dinner nights with her girlfriends. She is preceded in death by her parents. Leaving behind to cherish her memory is her loving husband Tom, son, Dean and Amy Parker; daughter, Leslie Luce Parker. Stepson, Chris Brown and family, grandchildren, Taylor and Dennis Brantley, Kelsi Luce, Sawyer Parker and Haley Luce, as well as brothers, Charles “Dale” and Ann Aucoin and Barney and Theresa Aucoin; and numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.
Pallbearers will be Sawyer Parker, Dennis Brantley, Brian Aucoin, David Hanson and Mark Fitzgerald. Randy Perry will serve as an Honorary Pallbearer.
A visitation will be held from 1:00 to 2:00 p.m. Saturday, November 25, 2024 at Stewart Family Funeral Home.

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Tyler native and businessman, Edward “Ed” Greer Barry Jr., 88, passed peacefully from this world into heaven on November 22, 2024.

Ed was born September 12, 1936, in Tyler, Texas. He was a graduate of Tyler High class of ‘54 and attended TJC before transferring to TCU where he obtained a Bachelor of Science in Business in 1958. He graduated from UT Tyler with a master’s degree in psychology in 1992.

Following in his father’s footsteps, Ed climbed his way from delivery driver to owner and operator of B&B Meat Company and Barry’s Seafood. Following the sale of the meat company, Ed enjoyed several endeavors including working as an operator in the oil & gas industry, counseling, and sales. In his younger days, he officiated high school football and basketball in the Tyler Chapter. Through all his years, while watching a football game on TV, Ed could immediately spot a foul—sometimes even before the officials! Ed had his private pilot license and enjoyed flying with family and friends. His favorite destination was Rockport, Texas for deep sea fishing.

Ed was a third-generation member of First Christian Church where he held numerous positions including Chairman of the Board, Elder, Deacon, youth leader and chair of various committees. As a boy, he enjoyed many summers attending Camp Underwood in Athens, Texas, — an experience which he credits for the acquisition of many of his leadership abilities. Ed had his license as a lay minister and served many small Disciples of Christ churches throughout East Texas including Rusk, Tatum, and Selman City. His family has many fond memories of waiting for dad to arrive home from church on a Sunday afternoon so they could enjoy an outing together at the Tyler Petroleum Club.

A proud graduate of TCU, Ed was not only a member of the TCU Alumni Association for over 50 years, but an avid football fan rooting for the Fighin’ Frogs through good and bad seasons! If he was unable to watch the game live stream, he would record it to watch later in the day—everyone knew not to tell him the score until he could enjoy the game himself.

As a young boy, Ed was a member of the “Grove Street Gang” helping rid the streets of Tyler of “German spies” after WWII. He had fond memories of playing in the McClendon House, which was close to his Grove Street upbringing. As an adult, he became a vital member of the McClendon House Board helping to restore the home to its former glory. To help raise much needed funds for repairs and operation, Ed helped initiate the McClendon House Flag Program providing flags to Tyler residents and businesses on patriotic holidays throughout the year. He became affectionately known as the “flag man” to many in the community.

One of Ed’s greatest accomplishments was beating alcoholism in April 2000. He would have received his 25-year chip in April—achieving a quarter century of sobriety!! His family looked forward to Ed’s birthday night each year, praising him for the legacy he left to his family. He became a sponsor to many members in AA, helping to lead others to a life of sobriety. He was the President of the AA Alpha Corporation for many years and was so honored recently that he was voted president once again despite his illness. His pride in this work gave him the drive to grow stronger so he could continue in that role.

Ed was an avid storyteller. He never met a stranger and was quick to share a story from events spanning all seasons of his life. Anyone who spent time with Ed has heard him say, “I have a story to tell...” He loved history and had a history book level memory of historical or political events. He and Jan were able to travel to Washington D.C. to witness the inauguration of Louie Gohmert. He also had an uncanny ability to predict elections. He was thrilled that he lived long enough to see his last election prediction come true.

Preceding Ed in death are his parents, Ed and Maude Buckingham Barry, brother David Barry and daughter Holly Barry.

Left to cherish his memory is his wife, Jan Allen Barry, daughters Kay Davis and Jill Wallace and husband Mike Wallace; grandchildren, Tiffany Land, Austin Davis, Madeline Claiborne and husband Jalen Claiborne, Callie Parrish and husband David Parrish, Whitney Smalley and husband Adam Smalley, Lacey Wallace and fiancé Jack Toomey; great-grandchildren, Kaylie Land, Zia Claiborne, Hallie Parrish, Cameron Parrish and Cooper Smalley; sister Martha Ewing and husband Mac Ewing; brother-in-law Rick Allen and wife Melinda Allen; sister-in-law Alma Allen; nieces and nephews, Ben Allen and wife Ginger, Ashley Allen Choate and husband Tim, Veronica Allen, and Vanessa Allen; and many, many cousins.

A memorial service was held at 11:00 am on Tuesday, November 26, 2024, at First Christian Church, 4202 S. Broadway, with Senior Minister Dr. Chris Pulliam officiating with Rev. Ron Byrd assisting. Reception to follow. There was a family graveside burial at 10:00 am at Rose Hill Cemetery prior to the memorial service.

Pallbearers include Ricky Davis, Mike Wallace, Austin Davis, David Parrish, Jalen Claiborne and Adam Smalley. Honorary pallbearers include David Moore, Dennis Strong, George Tefteller, and James Goodman.

Special thanks to Dr. Michael Ashigbi at Hope Cancer Clinic, David McCaskill, ACNP, the Christus Heart Failure Clinic team, and the staff at Hospice of East Texas, especially nurse Tammy, who cared for him in his final days.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations can be made to First Christian Church Memorial Fund, 4202 S Broadway, Tyler, TX 75701; McClendon House Flags, PO Box 10036, Tyler, TX 75711; or Hospice of East Texas Foundation, 4111 University Blvd, Tyler, TX 75701

IN LOVING MEMORY OF Dickey Caswell

Richard “Dickey” Caswell Sr., 80, of Flint, TX passed peacefully at Sandy Lake Care Center in Coppell Texas after succumbing to the effects of Progressive Supranuclear Palsy (PSP).

Growing up in Tyler Texas, he was an accomplished swimmer in high school including being a Junior Olympic medalist. Dickey worked his way through college as roughneck on drilling rigs throughout East Texas. After obtaining degrees in Math and Physics from East Texas State University, he began his career in computing in Dallas. In 1972 he moved his family back to Tyler to return to work in the East Texas oilfield where he progressed from a rig manager with Delta Drilling Company to director of field operations for an independent oil exploration company. Dickey’s work ethic was unmatched. While having a successful career in oil & gas, he also built a well service company and most notably took over South Park Mobile Home estates from his parents in 1974 which he grew and owned until 2021.

Dickey loved to hunt and was a lifelong hunter. He was an avid duck hunter in his youth, hunting most of East Texas but primarily Lake Palestine during its creation years.

A memorial service will be held from 3-5 pm on August 3rd at The Venue at Cantina, 7428 Old Jacksonville Hwy, Suite 30, Tyler, Texas 75703. Light menu served.

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Services for Shera Tyner Guillory, 76, of Whitehouse will be held on Monday, July 8, 2024, at 2:30 p.m. at Stewart Family Funeral Home with Dick Simmons officiating. Burial will follow at Rose Hill Cemetery in Tyler under the direction of Stewart Family Funeral Home.

Mrs. Guillory passed away Friday, July 5, 2024, in Tyler. She was born September 2, 1947, in Longview to Pete Tyner and Dorothy Moore Tyner.

Mrs. Guillory graduated from John Tyler High School in 1966. And worked at The Smith County Courthouse for 19 years.

Mrs. Guillory was preceded in death by her mother Dorothy Moore Tyner, father Pete Tyner, and sister Judy Johnston. She is survived by her loving family including her husband Allen Guillory, daughter Ashley Guillory, step-daughter Kelley Hangar, adopted son Russell Buffington, and nephew Jeremy Johnston.

Pallbearers will be Tyler Parker, Justin Kinser, Luis Cornelio, Jonathan Gibson, Matthew Heidrick, Mike Ogg.

Visitation is scheduled from 1:30 – 2:30 p.m., and Chapel Service at 2:30 p.m. on Monday, July 8, 2024 at Stewart Family Funeral Home, 7525 Old Jacksonville Highway, in Tyler.

If desired, memorials may be made to Pets for People and/or Hospice of East Texas.

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IN LOVING MEMORY OF ADRIENNE DOWELL (Green - Katien)

With profound sadness, we say goodbye to Adrienne Green-Katien (Metairie, Louisiana), whose vibrant spirit touched the lives of many. Adrienne left this world on May 21, 2024 at the age of 80, leaving a void in the lives of so many people. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.

As we bid farewell to this cherished soul, solace is taken in the memories held dear — the laughter shared, the wisdom imparted, the moments of quiet reflection in their presence. Though Adrienne may no longer walk among us, her spirit lives on in the echoes of her kindness, the warmth of her embrace, and the light of her enduring love.

In Loving Memory of Howard Leland Jackson 5-19-1943 - 12-19-2023

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Lloyd James Funeral Home & Cathedral In The Pines Memorial Garden on Dec. 27, 2023.

Howard Leland "Lee" Jackson of Spring, TX passed away on Tuesday, December 19, 2023 at the age of 80.
Lee was born on May 19, 1943 in Denison, TX to the late Arthur Leland and Birtie Jackson, and spent most of his formative years in Tyler, TX as the eldest of four children.
Lee graduated from Robert E. Lee High school in Tyler, attended Texas A&M University (as a member of the Corps), and North Texas State University (NTSU), during which time he'd excelled in gymnastics and was dubbed 'the Trampoline King'. After receiving his bachelor's degree from NTSU, he joined the Air Force where he served and reached the rank of Captain.
Along that path, he met the love of his life, Kathryn "Sue" Krohn and they married in 1967. They lived in various places during his seven-year enlistment period, having two children along the way, Kelly Lynn and Christopher Lee, eventually settling in back Tyler in 1973. Lee was fortunate to have been able to move to Spring, TX two years ago to be closer to his children and grandchildren.
Lee worked many career paths over the years, such as General Electric and as an instructor at Tyler Junior College, but he was most widely known and regarded in the Tyler Real Estate community. He was an agent at various firms over the course of his 25+ year career.
Lee is survived by his daughter, Kelly Dwyer of Spring, TX; son, Chris Jackson and wife Amy Jackson, of Spring, TX; six grandchildren: Matthew Dwyer, Zachary Dwyer, Hannah Dwyer, Cameron Jackson, Chelsea Jackson, and Lucy Jackson; and his brother, Roger Jackson, of Paramount, CA. He will be especially missed by his faithful canine companion, Aries.
Lee was proceeded in death by his wife of 38 years, Sue Jackson; parents, Art and Birtie Jackson; brother, Ron Jackson; and sister, Jeannie Bennett.
Family and friends are invited to attend a Celebration of Life at Lloyd James Funeral Home, 1011 East First Street, Tyler, TX 75701 on Friday, January 5, 2024 at 10:00 a.m.
Interment will follow at Cathedral in the Pines Cemetery, 7825 S. Broadway Ave, Tyler, TX 75703.
Pallbearers will be Matthew Dwyer, Zachary Dwyer, Cameron Jackson, Cayden Kuepker, Tim Tucker, and David Dickerson.
Visitation with the family is scheduled for 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. on Thursday, January 4, 2024 at the funeral home.

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Gilbert Boyd Barton (Husband of Sharonne Coon Barton)

August 2, 1943 - April 26, 2024

Gilbert Boyd Barton left this life to join his Savior on April 26, 2024. He was 80 years old. Gilbert was born to William Avery Barton and Edyth Muriel Gilbert Barton on August 2, 1943 in Los Angeles, California.

Gilbert became a Boy Scout as a young boy and achieved the rank of Eagle Scout. He also received the Order of the Arrow Award. He attended the Boy Scout Jamboree at Camp Philmont in Cimarron, New Mexico. He was very proud of this experience his whole life.

Gilbert attended school in Brownsboro, Texas. Upon Graduating from Brownsboro High School, Gilbert received a scholarship to Tyler Junior College to play the trombone in the band. At Tyler Junior College, Gilbert met his future bride, Sharonne Coon, while she was an Apache Belle. They married in 1963 and enjoyed 60 loving years together.

Gilbert completed his degree at Stephen F. Austin University, graduating with a Bachelors in Business. He began his career at Traveler's Insurance as an insurance adjuster. Eventually he started his own business as a Custom Home Builder in Tyler. He also worked for Sears, Roebuck & Company, selling Appliances. Gilbert also had a love for gems and minerals. Later on in life, he and his wife opened a business called "Best of Nature". They created jewelry made of gemstones and semi-precious stones. Gilbert also began collecting and trading coins at a young age and throughout his life.

Gilbert was preceded in death by a sister, Janet Susan Barton; niece, Meredith Helen Boyette and grandson, Joshua Gregory Myers.

He is survived by his wife, Sharonne Barton of Chandler; Daughters, Charmaine Barton of Chandler and Christina Myers of Bullard and husband John Myers; Granddaughter, Alyssa Duffey of Tyler and husband, Eric Duffey; Great-granddaughters Addison and Jenna Duffey of Tyler; Sister, Sarita Boyette of Grapevine and husband Stan Boyette; 1 nephew, 2 nieces, and many cousins.

Gilbert's faith in God carried him throughout his life. He and his wife went on several mission trips to Mexico with Green Acres Baptist Church leading Vacation Bible School for local children.

He was a very outgoing person who never met a stranger. His humor was infectious and made everyone laugh everywhere he went. Gilbert always had a story to tell or a shoulder for someone to lean on.

A service to remember Gilbert's life will be held at Jackson's Burks Walker Tippit Funeral Home in Tyler, Texas on May 8, 2024, with the visitation at 1:00 pm and the service at 2:00 pm. A graveside service will follow at Chandler Memorial Cemetery in Chandler, Texas.

Gilbert Barton's chosen charity is The Boy Scouts of America, Troup 342 in Chandler, Texas.

Kenneth Ray Petty, born in Troup, Texas in 1945, peacefully passed away in Magnolia, Texas on February 25, 2024 at the age of 78. Ken had overcome many things in his life, but this unexpected and brief battle with cancer was not to be one of them.

Though not the studious sort to begin with, he earned a bachelor’s degree from Texas State University in San Marcos, Texas. Growing into his academic ability, he added to this a masters and then a doctorate degree from Texas A&M University. He worked as a drafting professor at Texas A&M and was a proud Aggie, wearing his Aggie ring until his death.

On October 1, 1966, Ken exchanged vows with Nancy (Lewis) in the Memorial Drive Presbyterian Church, Houston, Texas.

He rarely spoke of his time as an Army Combat Medic in the delta region of Vietnam in 1968. From this service, he received a Purple Heart medal, the Army Commendation Medal, and the Bronze Star with a “V” device for valor and heroism.

Ken and his family moved to Utah in 1981 where Ken became a professor at Utah State University and then worked at ATK Thiokol as a senior engineer with the space shuttle program.

Ken had a passion for old cars and he showcased his Corvettes at various car shows and the Cache Valley Cruise In. He relished watching car races and even participated in racing himself. Ken found solace in nature, often taking leisurely walks along the canal by Lundstrom Park and enjoyed capturing the beauty of wildlife and landscapes through his camera lens. Ken was a private person and preferred small groups to large gatherings, but loved his family and communicated with them though his sometimes daily nature-photo e-mails. He would often name his animal subjects and found pleasure in capturing them with his camera.

A culinary enthusiast, Ken often joked about opening “Ken’s Southern Cooking Café,” delighting friends and family with his specialties like chili, pork stew, and frittatas, each infused with his secret ingredient, which he challenged others to guess.

Among his cherished experiences, Ken treasured his 19 seasons working at Yellowstone National Park, a place he held dear. He took thousands of pictures of the scenery and animals there and his long-lasting impact on the park can be seen in the many wood projects he worked on in several of the lodges.

Ken is preceded in death by his parents, Bertha Mae Murphy and Roy W.C. Petty. He is survived by his wife of 58 years, Nancy (Lewis), brother Bynum, children, Karen (Craig) West, Mark (Sherrie Boyle), and Eric (Jen Lowry); 14 grandchildren and 4 great grandchildren.

A celebration of Ken’s life will be held on a hill in Avon, Utah on a sunny afternoon in the spring.

In Loving Memory of Sherron "Sherry Carroll" Odell Hall

Sherron “Sherry” Odell Hall, 77, passed away on May 21, 2020, at her home in Norfolk, VA.
Born in Austin, TX on December 28, 1942, she was the daughter of late Arthur Edward Hall, Jr. and Ruby Mae (Smith) Cave. Her family later moved to Tyler, TX where she graduated from Robert E. Lee High School and then attended the University of Texas. Her freshman year, while bowling with her father, she met Dewayne Burgdorff who was attending graduate school in Austin. They were married in Tyler July 9, 1962 and moved to Longmont, Colorado where they raised two sons. Eventually, she earned her Education degree from the University of Northern Colorado and taught elementary school in Longmont, on the Assiniboine and Sioux Indian Reservation in Fort Peck, MT and on the Hopi Indian Reservation in Kykotsmovi, AZ. She also lived in Pinetop, AZ and Virginia Beach, VA. She enjoyed gardening, cooking camping and fishing and passed those passions on to her sons. She was predeceased by her mother and father as well as a sister, Kay Marie (Hall) Harwell.
She is survived by her long-time companion, Lydia Garner of Norfolk, VA; her sisters, Suzanne (Hall) Green and Beni Carroll, both of Tyler, TX and Micki (Carroll) Franks of Hubbard, OR; her sons and daughters-in-law, Brad & Mary-Margaret Burgdorff of West Hartford, CT and Doug & Veronica Burgdorff of Westcliffe, CO; and four grandchildren, Cody Burgdorff of Lafayette, CO, Sarah & Kathleen Burgdorff of West Hartford and Matthew Burgdorff of Westcliffe.
A private memorial will be held later. Hollomon-Brown Funeral Home, Lynnhaven Chapel is assisting the family. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the charity of your choice or you may plant a tree in memory of Sherry at www.hollomon-brown.com

Kenneth A Brock Jr.

Kenneth Algin Brock Jr, 80, found peace on March 26, 2023 after a long and hard fought battle with COPD. As he passed on from the pain and limitations of his condition he was surrounded by the love and support of his wife, Sheri Brock, and sister, Patricia Brock and was comforted by prayer shortly before his passing.

Ken was born February 7, 1943 as one of two children to Kenneth Algin Brock Sr. and Vernice J. Brock. He was a dedicated husband of 32 years to Sheri as they made their home in Kilgore, Texas and a proud father to five children, Kenneth Brock III of Houston, Kellie Starkey of Kilgore, Kari Toon of New London, Amber McGovney of Longview and Steven Green of Marshall. He enjoyed being able to spend more time with his sister over the past few years as she retired to Tyler. Ken had several notable professional achievements including graduating from Tyler Junior College, serving in the United States Air Force and starting a successful HVAC services business with Sheri. He loved being outdoors and was an avid golfer and gardener as well. In addition to his family, he loved animals including his beloved dog Freckles who passed away two weeks before he did.

He is survived by his wife, sister, children, daughters-in-law Keomany Brock and Lauren Green, sons-in-law Stephen Starkey and Shawn McGovney, 11 grandchildren, 6 great grandchildren, and numerous cousins and extended family.

Final arrangements have been made through East Texas Funeral Home of Longview. Family and friends will be joining together in a Celebration of Life to honor his memory.

A celebration of life memorial for Kenneth will be held Saturday, April 22, 2023 from 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM at Lakeview Funeral Home, 5000 W. Harrison Road, Longview, TX 75604.

Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.lakeviewfh.com for the Brock family.

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Born in Palestine, Texas, on December 19, 1943, Raymond’s life was a tale of marvelous experiences, centered around his extraordinary dedication to family, friends, hard work, and the pursuit of his passions.

Raymond graduated from Robert E. Lee High School and continued his education at Tyler Jr. College, laying the foundation for a life of self-driven success. Raymond made his mark in both flooring and real estate, leaving behind a legacy of brilliance and absolute perseverance.

Conversations with Raymond were at times pleasantly predictable in that you could always count on him telling you about his adventurous motorcycle trips, the new motor he put in his 1955 Chevy, the joy and camaraderie he found during his daily visits to the Dallas Athletic Club, how the horses would go wild with excitement at the sound of his truck horn heading toward the farm, the words of pride that would light up a room as he shared the accomplishments of his children and grandchildren, and he really loved the simple pleasures like going to lunch.

Raymond will not only be remembered for his endless achievements, but for his impassioned spirit that fueled his every endeavor and the kindness he shared with those who needed it most. He led a life that can only be described as one heck of a remarkable journey. In honoring his memory, may we all strive to make the world a better place, just as he did in his own extraordinary way.

He is survived by his children, Lynette Bonham (Lynn), Christina George, Ashley Rader (Jeremiah), and Stacey Edna George; grandchildren, Kayla Tadlock (Jerry), Blake Carter, Georgia Rader, Paige Rader, and Harlow Callan Rader; great-grandson, John Tadlock; siblings, Delores McGwire (Billy), Patricia Smith, and David George.

A visitation for Raymond will be held Wednesday, December 27, 2023 from 10:00 AM to 1:30 PM at Sparkman-Crane Funeral Home, 10501 Garland Road, Dallas, TX 75218. A Rosary will occur Wednesday, December 27, 2023 from 12:00 PM to 12:30 PM, 10501 Garland Road, Dallas, TX 75218. A Mass of Christian burial will occur Friday, December 29, 2023 from 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM at Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception, 423 S Broadway Ave, Tyler, TX 75702. An interment will occur Friday, December 29, 2023 from 1:30 PM to 2:00 PM at Rose Hill Cemetery, 2400 S Donnybrook Ave, Tyler, TX 75701.

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IN LOVING MEMORY OF

Don Wiseman

Graveside service for Don Wiseman, 79, of Fort Worth will be conducted at 2:00 P.M., Friday, November 18, 2022 in Cleburne Memorial Cemetery.

Don passed away November 13, 2022 in Fort Worth. He was born November 18, 1942 in Cleburne to Morris Frazier and Viva Jean (Walden) Wiseman.

Don is survived by his sister, Nina W. Temple; nephew, Bob Temple and wife Beth; niece, Pam Temple; great niece, Ashley Temple and great nephew, Michael Temple.

Born in Maine and moved to Texas in 1956. Joined the Air Force and served 4 years and 2 years reserve. Married and had 3 children- Rhonda, Duane and Allison. I met Rod in 2003 and we were together 20 years (married almost 18 years). He was a caring, loving and supportive man, and I will love and miss him forever.

There is to be a Celebration of Life Saturday Septemberter 23, 2023 in Livingston.

Ellen Miller, beloved wife, amazing sister and loving mother and grandmother passed away peacefully July 24, 2023 at St. David’s hospital in Austin, Texas.

Ellen was born to Dorothy and Captain Jack Nelson (USA), on January 15, 1946 in Gilmer, Texas. She was told it snowed over 4 inches that day (a rare event for Texas).

One of four children, Ellen spent her early years in the Bel Air area of Houston and Conroe, Texas, where she enjoyed many outdoor adventures with her younger brother, Danny exploring the piney woods of east Texas. Ellen loved spending quiet time in nature, observing all the beauty that surrounded her. She was also a voracious reader, with an acute interest in Eleanor Roosevelt, as well as an avid gardener for most of her 77 years. The family moved to Shreveport, Louisiana in 1958. Ellen graduated from C.E. Byrd High School in 1964. In high school Ellen was an officer in the ROTC and active in many clubs.

Ellen attended Baylor University in Waco, Texas where she met her future husband, the Reverend Dr. Michael N. Miller. Ellen and Mike were married in Shreveport, Louisiana on October 2, 1965. They were married for almost 58 years. Upon her husband’s graduation from Baylor, the young newlyweds moved to Hubbard, Texas where Mike taught school for several years to earn money to attend Seminary.

In 1967 Ellen and Mike moved to Austin, Texas where their first child, Sarah, was born at St. David’s hospital. Upon graduation from seminary, they moved to England for a short time where they lived in Southampton and were able to travel. Returning to Texas, they moved to Alpine where their son Nelson was born in 1972. After Alpine, and nine years in Odessa, Texas the family then moved to College Station, Texas for fourteen years before settling down in Wimberley, Texas.

An avid reader and life-long learner, Ellen returned to college and graduated from Texas A&M University in 1991, with a bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education. Ellen taught school in Navasota, Texas until she and Mike moved to the lovely hill country outside Austin, where they built a beautiful home and enjoyed many happy years “on the hill” in Wimberley, Texas. It was there that she could immerse herself in nature and watch her favorite British television shows, especially Masterpiece Theatre and other programs. Ellen chose the land, drew the house plans, and worked closely with the builder on their forever home. Ellen was active in the Wimberley community, volunteering for hospice and the local nursing home, and making new friends throughout her twenty-nine years living in the hill country. She loved to bird watch and feed all the amazing wildlife around their home. Ellen also loved to travel, especially to visit and spend time with her three grandchildren.

Ellen is preceded in death by her brothers David and PFC Daniel Nelson (USMC), and her parents. Ellen is survived by her husband, Mike Miller, her daughter Sarah (Miller) and Dulaney Barclay, her son Nelson and his wife Erika, her sister Rebecca (Nelson) and Scott Bauer, and three grandchildren Daniel and Lydia Barclay, and Victoria Miller. Ellen is also survived by numerous nieces and a nephews, cousins and grand nieces and nephews all of whom she cherished.

A memorial service to celebrate Ellen’s life will be held on Saturday, August 5th at 11 a.m., at the Memorial Presbyterian church in San Marcos, Texas.

In lieu of flowers, the family request that you please consider a making contribution in Ellen’s memory to any of the following charities, or the charity of your choice:

Wimberley Adoption and Group Rescue (WAG) - https://www.wimberleywagrescue.org/

Thomas Reeves passed away recently from complications of Parkinson's Disease. He grew up in Tyler, Texas. After graduating from high school there he joined the Marine Corp, where he was a Seagoing Marine. While serving on his aircraft carrier in 1963 President JFK visited the carrier. It was a highlight for Tom to see and salute him in person.
He was discharged in Seattle after 3 years, a Proud Marine, and he liked Seattle so well he stayed here the rest of his life. He worked many years at Bethlehem Steel in West Seattle, and when that mill was sold he went to Truck Driving school, got his CDL, drove a semi for many years, eventually becoming a truck driver instructor which he enjoyed for several years before retiring.
Tom enjoyed fishing, hunting, boating, planting his hot peppers and tomatoes, and being a Grandpa. Survived by sister Glenda, wife Renee, loving daughter Cassie, sons Tom & Will, stepson Frank, several Grandkids and Great Grandkids.
Family will have a Celebration of Life for him, later this year when it is safer from Covid.

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Tommy Campbell ran across this obituary. It was printed a couple of years ago so we have no idea exactly when Thomas passed away.

William Haskell Nelkin {Husband of Pat Forman Nelkin)

William Haskell Nelkin, born June 15,1936, died on Wednesday, November 23, 2022.

Willy grew up in Houston, and spent many days playing sports at the Jewish Community Center on Hermann Drive. He graduated from San Jacinto High School in 1954. For the remainder of his life, he remained close to the friends he gathered.

Willy attended Texas A&M University, graduating in 1958 with a degree in Animal Husbandry, and remained an uncompromising Aggie for the rest of his life. In 1963, William met Patricia Forman of Tyler, TX. They were married the following June, and for the next 58 years journeyed together through raising their children Lane and Libby, operating real estate and retail businesses, and attending collectors shows in pursuit of their shared interest in antique advertising memorabilia. Along the way, their home was beautifully furnished by Pat, showered with collectibles, and infused with Pat’s inspired great cooking.

William worked at the Nelkin Packing Company as salesman until the company was sold. He earned his commercial real estate license, and transacted numerous investment property deals while vice-president of Shefman Investments. Sustained by his winning track record, encouraged by his wife, Bill ventured into the commercial real estate business on his own, as CEO of Nelkin Properties, and confidently and patiently navigated the turbulent waves and crashes of Houston’s growth in the 1980s.

Emboldened by the expansion of their collectibles and the passion of other collectors and enthusiasts whom they met at antique advertising events, Bill and Pat launched their retail store, Cola Collection, which they operated at Memorial City mall and Rice Village. They built long-lasting relationships with many of their clients and customers, and endeavored to locate rare, unique, special additions for their fellow collectors.

Retired from retail, but still trading memorabilia, William and Pat had ample time to enjoy their grandsons, Zane and Zander, teaching the important lessons, like the alphabet and numbers, then reading and math, and the importance of loving the Aggies.

William lived a full measure of years, appropriately preceded by his parents Morris Nelkin and Belle Nelkin Margoliner, maternal grandparents Harry and Miriam Galperin, and in-laws Lewis Forman and Fannie Forman Hochman.

He is survived by his beautiful bride of 58 years, Patricia, children Lane Nelkin, and Libby & Andrew Mintz, grandchildren Zane and Zander Nelkin and their mother Dora Nelkin, his siblings Rae Uzick (Max), Leon Nelkin (Renata), and Tina Nelkin (Glynda), sister-in-law Marsha Orloff (Gary), devoted close friends, and numerous cousins.

A memorial service for William will be held at 12:30 p.m. Sunday December 18, 2022, at Congregation Beth Israel, 5600 North Braeswood, Houston, TX, 77096. Please contact Houston Jewish Funerals at 713-666-0257 for additional information.

Contributions in William’s memory may be made to Seven Acres Jewish Senior Care Services, or Texas A&M School of Veterinary Medicine Stevenson Companion Animal Life-Care Center (https://vetmed.tamu.edu/stevenson-center/support/)

Graveside services for CraigAnn Ledell Ummel, 77, of Chickasha will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Wednesday, November 11, 2020 in the Fairlawn Cemetery with Dr. Bryan Haynes and Dr. David Ummel officiating.

CraigAnn Ledell Ummel was born July 5, 1943 to MasterSgt. William L Ackerman and Viola Sarah MacKinnon in Lordsburg, New Mexico near Fort Bayard, a facility used to house German POWs. In 1944, her dad was promoted and transferred to Camp Fannin near Tyler, Texas. Camp Fannin was a U.S. Army Infantry Replacement Training Center and housed up to 40,000 POWs.

In late 1944 the family returned to their beloved homeland, Prince Edward Island, Canada and remained there until they returned to Tyler in 1949. CraigAnn’s parents then became naturalized citizens of the United States and remained in Tyler for the duration of their lives. Even though Tyler would become “home”, the family returned to PEI every three years for an extended vacation. The most memorable one was when Queen Elizabeth II paid a visit and met the Chieftan of the MacKinnon Clan who was there from Scotland.

CraigAnn graduated from Robert E. Lee High School. While in high school, CraigAnn competed in the State of Texas Musical Guild and won top honors each year. Following high school (and while her husband, Larry Kent Ummel was on active duty with the Army) CraigAnn graduated from Nursing School with specializations in Emergency Care and surgical nursing. Once Larry completed his active military duty, the family resided in Kilgore, Texas where they continued to live until Larry accepted an administrative position with Texas A&M University. While in Bryan, CraigAnn served as church organist, taught Sunday School and assisted Larry in the formation of the church’s outreach program. From Bryan, the family moved to Beaver, Oklahoma and then to Chickasha.

While at First Baptist Church, CraigAnn served as a Sunday School teacher, taught in the School of the Arts, and was Co-Chairman of the Women’s E-mail Ministry. CraigAnn graduated with a BS from USAO and a Master’s in Human Resource Management from the University of Oklahoma. She was an active member of College Heights Baptist Church.

She is survived by two daughters, LynnAnn Barrett of Mineola, Texas and SueEllen Ummel of Blanchard; two sons, Dr. David Ummel and wife Shannon of White Oak, Texas and Dan Ummel and wife Beth of Blanchard; eight grandchildren Rick Davis and Ryan Burgess, Lauren and Luke Ummel, and David, Joseph, Samuel and Abigal Ummel; one great-grandson, Brantley Davis; a close family friend, Nelda Slover; and other extended family and friends.

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In Loving Memory Of

Martha Lewis Marshall

January 14, 1943 - May 1, 2023

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Martha Lewis Marshall, aka Sweetheart, aka Big Time’s Handler, who passed away on Monday, May 1, 2023 at the age of 80 with her loving family at her side.

Martha was born on January 14, 1943 in Dallas, Texas to Pete and Ida Lewis of Tyler, Texas. She is proceeded in death by her larger-than-life husband Robert (Big Time) Marshall. She is survived by her four children: Melinda Hammack (Al), Margaret Koontz (Bart), Mary Jon Hayne (Walter), and Rob Marshall (Jennifer). Martha was loved and cherished by her twelve grandchildren: Cathleen Marshall, Robert Marshall, Stella Marshall, Charlotte Marshall, Gage Hayne, John Hayne, Savannah Hayne, Pete Hayne, Marshall Hammack, Shelby Hammack, Burton Barnes, and Bracken Barnes. She also leaves behind two of her three wonderful sisters: Patricia Chambers and Mary Jon Bryan. Her oldest sister, Ann Lawrence, passed in 2020.

Sweetheart was a remarkable person who lived a full and vibrant life. She accomplished so much in her time on this earth and will be remembered for her kind and loving heart that affected everyone she encountered; she truly never met a stranger.

Martha grew up in Tyler, TX and spent much of her spare time at nearby Lake Palestine and summers at Camp Waldemar and in Tilden, TX. After high school, she followed her sister to the University of Texas where she immediately fell in love with the love her life, Robert “Big Time” Marshall and then fast-tracked to a Doctorate in Mrs. with highest honors in raising remarkable children and grandchildren. She went on to have a successful career as a loving and caring mother, wife, and the best grandmother, affectionately known as Sweetheart.

Sweetheart was highly respected in her field and took her position as matriarch very seriously. Although she suffered from debilitating arthritis, she never missed a chance to write her classic five-hundred word texts of encouragement and faith to all of her children and grandchildren. Sweetheart was deeply committed to her family and wore that commitment as a badge of honor each and every day.

Sweetheart was passionate about her Christian faith and her politics. Never mind the position you might have brought to the discussion, it was her duty to convince you that her path was the correct one and that you should follow. President Trump will certainly miss her.

Sweetheart was also deeply devoted to her close friends and extended family. She rarely missed an opportunity to gather with any branch of her very large family tree and she pulled groups of friends together as often as she could. Sweetheart traveled extensively and made many lifelong friends along the way. Over the years, friends and family became synonymous – Martha clearly loved and cared for all of them.

Sweetheart will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved her. Her kindness, generosity, and infectious spirit touched so many lives, and she will always be remembered as a truly remarkable loving and caring person.

A celebration of Sweetheart’s life will be held on Monday, May 8th at The Argyle Club, 934 Patterson Ave., in San Antonio, Texas. The family wishes that this will be a celebration of Martha’s extraordinary life and that guests will attend in colorful attire.

n lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in Martha Marshall’s name to:

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Mary Eleanor (Blue) Small (Widow of Monty Small)

A Memorial Service for Mary Eleanor “Blue” Small (nee) Wilson is scheduled for Friday, March 24, 2023, at 2:00 p.m., at Burks Walker Tippit Funeral Home.

Our beloved Blue died unexpectedly on March 17, 2023. Blue was born on July 15, 1944, in Tyler, TX, to parents Randolph Knox Wilson, Jr., and Nell Wilson (nee) Hale. Blue graduated from John Tyler High School in 1962, and married the love of her life, Monty Jack Small, in 1964.

Blue was the glue to our family. She was charismatic, sassy, and loved dogs. Blue was a talented artist and jewelry maker. She loved to play Mahjong with her girlfriends and travel.

Blue was preceded in death by her parents, husband Monty Jack Small, and sons Russell Phillip Small and Jack Randolph Small.

Blue is survived by her loving family to include brother R.K. Wilson III, wife Paula; nieces and nephews; Lisa Ransleben, husband Eric; Laci Moffitt, husband Donny; Melinda Tefteller, husband Matt; Russell Wilson, wife Emmy; Bronda Davis; numerous great nieces and nephews; and special friends Lottie and Alicia. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to SPCA of East Texas or St. John’s Episcopal Church, 514 West Vance, Tyler, TX, 75702. Visitation immediately following service at Burks Walker Tippit.

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Patrick O. Higgins was born into the loving family of C.L. “Ox” and Ezma Higgins on October 29, 1941 in Austin, Texas. He graduated from Austin High School in 1960 and went on to earn a degree in Business at the University of Texas in 1964.

Pat met his future wife, Janis, in college and they married in 1965. They moved to Germany to start their life together while Pat was in the Army, serving as a First Lieutenant in Augsberg, Germany near Munich. Later on, he served in the Army Reserves as a Captain. Pat and Janis eventually moved back to Austin, and Pat worked as a Life and Health Insurance Salesman for many years.

Pat is preceded in death by his parents, his brother, William Michael “Hig” Higgins of Lubbock. and sister, Erin Bell Watson of Johnson City.

Pat is survived by his wife, Janis; his sister, Alane Reid and her husband, Jack of Austin; his daughter, Dollie Driver and her husband, Jay of Lubbock; his daughter, Nancy Higgins and her partner, Christian Moore of Austin; grandchildren, Joy and Michael Driver; brother and sister-in-law, John and Norma Taylor of Tyler; sister-in-law, Darlene Taylor of Tennessee; sister-in-law, Alice Higgins of Lubbock; and brother-in-law, John Watson of Johnson City; and 12 very loved nieces and nephews.

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Memorial services for Jared “Doc” Reeves, age 71, of Ruston, will be Friday, February 17, 2023, 2:00 P.M., at Kilpatrick Funeral Home in West Monroe, LA. Visitation will be from 1:00-2:00 P.M. Officiating will be pastor and SFC Matt Nappier of West Monroe, LA, assisted by Rev. Louis Bartet of Point, LA, and Dr. Glenn Jordan of Monroe, LA.
Dr. Jared Reeves, affectionately known as “Doc” to his many friends and patients, passed from this life on January 24, 2023, following a short illness. Jared was born on March 26, 1951, in Tyler, TX. He graduated from Robert E. Lee High School in Tyler, where he played trumpet in the marching band. He attended Tyler Junior College, playing trumpet in the Apache Band. After attending Stephen F. Austin State University in Nacogdoches, TX, Jared moved to Chicago to attend The Illinois College of Podiatric Medicine, graduating in 1977.
Upon graduation, Jared opened his podiatry practice in West Monroe, LA, where he practiced for 46 years. Devoted to his patients and his calling, “Doc” saw patients the morning of the day he collapsed and had to be taken to the hospital. He loved trading stories with his patients, in particular with those who served in the armed forces. In addition to his patients, Jared was a friend to many, including his podiatry classmates, colleagues, and fellow history enthusiasts. He will be missed.
Jared was passionately patriotic and although he loved Louisiana, he always considered himself a loyal son of Texas. He was a true southern gentleman, soft of speech and always kind. Jared was a devout Christian who valued his Jewish heritage. He could be heard praying for his patients whenever he felt led or asked to do so.
Jared was preceded in death by his parents, William S. Reeves, Sr. and Charlotte Lissner Reeves, his brother William S. Reeves, Jr., and brother-in-law Ed Cabell. He is survived by his devoted wife Pam Trisler Reeves, stepson John Emory III (Brittni) of Ruston, LA, sister Linda Reeves Cabell of Tyler, TX, nieces Diane Jeffries (Shawn) of Euless, TX, and Beth Holcomb (Sean) of Round Rock, TX, along with their families. Jared is survived by his Ruston family, sister-in-law Angie Trisler Henderson (Chris), nephew Wes Henderson (Mandy), niece Ashley Henderson, and aunt Hollie Holland. He is also survived by his “right hand man” and medical assistant Ashley Robert Sims (Obie), his friend and fellow history buff Lyndon Sims, and his first wife Donna Rawls Reeves, who remains a dear friend to Jared and Pam. Jared is survived by his devoted pup Abraham.
The family would like to extend a special thank you to the Ruston Regional Medical Center doctors, ICU nurses, and technicians who cared so well for Jared. Their excellence and compassion during this time was felt not only by Jared, but also by his family.
Honorary pallbearers include Quinton Deason, Percy Ford, Wes Henderson, Sean Holcomb, Shawn Jeffries, Jeff Lux, Lyndon Sims, Obie Sims, and Nick Wynn.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorials be made to the Ouachita Parish Animal Shelter or a veterans organization of your choice.

Online condolences may be extended to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com
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Harris Michael Gross, 79, died in Tyler, Texas on December 11, 2022, following a brief illness.

He was born August 19, 1943 in Tyler to Sam and Ruth Gross, attended Tyler schools and graduated from Robert E. Lee High School in 1961. Michael earned degrees from Bradley University, the Thunderbird School of Global Management, and South Texas College of Law, Houston. He practiced law in Houston before returning to Tyler in 1985 to become the US Chapter 13 Bankruptcy Trustee. In 2004 Mike retired from the practice of law and concentrated on his lifelong involvement with markets, trading and investing until a few months before his death.

Mike served as president of Congregation Beth El and continued his commitment to his beloved congregation by leading the financial committee. He established a scholarship in his parents' name for minority students at South Texas College of Law and was actively involved with meeting the recipients and monitoring their progress. He continued his involvement with his legal colleagues by supporting the Smith County Bar Foundation, writing ecumenical prayers for the meetings.

Michael was predeceased by his parents Ruth Block Gross and Sam Gross and beloved son, David Samuel Gross. Left to cherish his memory are his wife of over 54 years, Inette "Nez" Gross, children Stacy Gross and Stephen (Rachel) Gross, grandchildren Jacob and Eliana Gross, sister, Saranne Abbott (Clark) and several nieces and nephews, close friends, and his inseparable companion, Roxy.

Burial services are at 1:00 p.m. on Thursday, December 15 at Congregation Beth Israel Memorial Gardens in Houston, Texas. A memorial service for Michael will held on on Friday, December 16 at 11:00 a.m. at Congregation Beth El, 1010 Charleston Drive in Tyler. For those unable to attend a zoom link for both services can be found at BethElTyler.com

In lieu of flowers, donations in Mike's memory may be made to Congregation Beth El Endowment Fund, 1010 Charleston Drive, Tyler, TX 75703; the Sam and Ruth Gross Memorial Scholarship at South Texas College of Law, Houston, Office of Advancement and Alumni Relations, 1303 San Jacinto Street, Houston, TX 77002; or Pets fur People, 1823 CR 386, Tyler, TX 75708. .

Services for John Archer Dumas, 79, of Tyler will be held on Thursday, December 15, 2022 at 10:00 a.m. at Stewart Family Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Pike Wisner officiating. Burial will be held on Friday, December 16, 2022 at 11:00 a.m. at Hamilton Beeman Cemetery in Corsicana under the direction of Stewart Family Funeral Home.

Mr. Dumas passed away peacefully Friday, December 9, 2022 in Tyler. He was born October 21, 1943 in Troup, TX to Ralph and Dale Parker Dumas.

John was a long-standing member of First Baptist Church Tyler, TX. He graduated from Robert E. Lee High School. He was owner and operator of Mr. Mom’s Cleaning Service for 25+ years.

John was preceded in death by his parents, Ralph and Dale Dumas, and his son Steven Dumas. He is survived by his family including his loving wife of 51 years, Ruthie; his children, David and his wife, Kerrie, Mikki and her husband, Barry, John and his wife, Jeoffrey; along with eight grandchildren, Kevin, Melanie, Brandi, Cadi, Andrew, Steven, Brooke, Emma, and many great-grandchildren.

Visitation is scheduled from 5:00 – 7:00 p.m. on Wednesday, December 14, 2022 at Stewart Family Funeral Home, 7525 Old Jacksonville Highway in Tyler.

November 16, 1938 - October 27, 2022

Bobby Joe Manziel, Jr, age 83, of Tyler went to his heavenly home on Thursday, October 27, 2022. He was born on November 16, 1938 in Baton Rouge, LA to Bobby Joseph Manziel and Dorothy Nolan Manziel. He was preceded in death by his parents, his brother Nolan Edward Manziel, his niece Deborah Lynn Manziel, and nephew Billy Daryl Pyron II.

Bobby is survived by his children, Bobby Joe Manziel III, Lisa Manziel, Michael Manziel, Jayne Manziel, Mary Sue Cooper and husband Henry, Jennifer Chlapek and husband Paul, Lyndee Manziel, and Robert Howard and wife Renee; grandchildren, Jonte’, Matthew, Annabelle, Michaela, Michael, Hayley, Hope, Harley, Taylor, Josef, Nicolas, Brandon and Wyatt; and 14 great-grandchildren; siblings, Paul Manziel, Merigale Manziel Pyron, Dottie Manziel Frank and husband Bill of Houston, Vicki Manziel Heath of Dallas, and Gloria Saleh, also of Tyler. He is also survived by numerous nieces and nephews, and many aunts, uncles, cousins, and friends.

Pallbearers will be Jimmy Ashley, Victor Avelar, Henry Cooper, Robert Contreras, Paul Chlapek, Michael Manziel Jr, Taylor Manziel, and Rick Shamsee. Honorary pallbearers will be Samuel George, Stuart Humphries, Gary Wadkins, and Wayne Wilson.

Bobby graduated from Tyler High School, and attended college at Tyler Jr. College and North Texas State University. Among other organizations, Bobby has held memberships at the Cedars of Lebanon, Tyler Chamber of Commerce, Better Business Bureau, BMI, ASCAP, Texas Cattlemen’s Association, and American Thoroughbred Horse Association. He was a member of Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, where he served as an altar boy growing up.

In just his early twenties, he was determined and brave and opened Highway Auto Parts, a business buying and selling auto parts. He also was an owner of a motor and transmission exchange shop and paint and body shop, all in different locations. During that time, he bought a 1948 Ford Coupe, modifying it by criss-crossing Mercury Ford and after-market parts which allowed multi-carburetors. This gave it more cubic inches and horsepower, creating one of the fastest street rods around and making him “well known” in the auto parts world of street rodding. He eventually relocated all of these businesses to his coliseum off of Highway 64 where there is plenty of acreage surrounding the structure. Construction of the coliseum began in 1955 by his father, Bobby Joe Manziel, Sr., who passed away leaving only the exterior of the building completed. His father wanted to open a huge sports arena to host boxing matches. In 1981, Bobby was determined to fulfill his father’s dream of turning the coliseum into a major venue for thousands to enjoy. In November, 1983, after years of remodeling, a massive crowd attended the opening of what is now known all over as “The Oil Palace”. The first events were the East Texas Oil and Gas Show and a concert performed by Barbara Mandrell before a packed house. Since then, it has been the home of shows, exhibits, concerts, conventions, sporting events, graduations, and Tyler’s own Junior League Mistletoe and Magic and Texas Rose Festival, never being a tax burden to the Smith County residents. Bobby loved Tyler and served his community in many ways, including sponsoring numerous events. As proud owner, Bobby successfully operated and ran the music and event center for 39 years. He also was the co-owner of Manziel Interests where he worked with his siblings.

Like his father, Bobby also had a love for the oil fields. He was involved in the oil industry as a producer with oil fields in East Texas, and Northern and Central Louisiana. Bobby was also involved in the cattle business, commercial real estate and heavy equipment construction. As an entrepreneur in so many fields, he was incredibly knowledgeable, and always selflessly sharing his knowledge to help others succeed. He was balanced, cheerful, and always even keeled. Bobby was truly one-of-a kind!

He had an amazing love for animals. He was successful at training and racing thoroughbreds. Bobby always had hunting and hound dogs running around his ranch. He also loved roosters. His cell phone ringer was the sound of a crowing rooster. In fact, when only a youngster at St. Gregory’s Elementary, he would ride his horse to school carrying a rooster, and leave the rooster in his locker. It worked out well until one day a classmate decided to tell the Nun that she kept hearing a rooster crowing, and he was busted! He raced hot rods in Caddo Mills when he was young.

He never met a stranger, and was so friendly to everyone he encountered. He had friends all over in many countries, including the Philippines, Hawaii, and Mexico. He made it a point to stay in touch with his friends, local and afar. He was always there to lend a helping hand to everyone. He gave his time and attention to all in need, not matter what it entailed. He was intelligent, genuine, loving, and simply down to earth. Bobby’s legacy has many facets, but his family was his priority, first and foremost. He was an extremely wonderful and proud father to all of his children. He made each and every one of them feel like an only child. He was an absolutely amazing father! He cherished family gatherings, entertaining at home with cookouts for his Lebanese family and good friends, sharing entertaining stories, watching college and pro football as well as Fox News, especially Judge Jeanine and Jesse Waters. He was an avid Elvis Presley fan. In fact, he asked his mother to financially back Elvis when Elvis was just a kid on the streets in Tyler, singing like no other. Bobby was always “thinking” and “planning”. He was the epitome of hard work and perseverance in all he did, personally and professionally. Bobby was beyond special and will be greatly missed by his family, friends, and everyone he touched in his life. We know he is rejoicing in heaven with the Lord and his loved ones. We shall see him again soon.

Rosary will be Monday, October 31, 2022 at 4:30 p.m. at Stewart Family Funeral Home, 7525 Old Jacksonville Highway in Tyler. Visitation will follow from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. Funeral services with a Requiem Mass will be held on Tuesday, November 1, 2022 at 1:00 p.m. at the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception, with Bishop Strickland officiating. Burial will follow at Rose Hill Cemetery in Tyler. A reception will be held afterwards at the Community Center next to Immaculate Conception Church. If desired, memorials may be made to St. Jude’s Children’s Research Hospital, 262 Danny Thomas Place, Memphis, TN 38105.

Paula Strader Sivadon of Tyler left this earth September 25, 2022. Her Heavenly Father said, “Welcome home my child. You have received your promotion today”.

She was born July 9,1943, in Waco, TX to D.H. and Irene (Garrett) Strader. Paula lived in several Texas cities before making Tyler her home. She graduated from Robert E. Lee High School, Tyler, and attended Tyler Junior College and Tyler Commercial College. Paula worked for 27 years with Tyler ISD and loved every child she encountered during those years. After her years with TISD, she volunteered many years with Christus Trinity Mother Francis gift shop. Paula never missed an opportunity to send a special card to those she loved and cherished so she could provide a little joy their way.

Paula was proceeded in death by her parents, grandparents and several loved family members.

Survivors include her daughter and beloved son-in-love, Jeffrey and Molly Garrett of Fruitvale, TX. Her cherished grandson, Landon Williams of Fruitvale, TX. Son, John (Michelle) Sivadon of Spring, TX and their children, Tyler, Ashley, Kyle and Shelby, many cousins and cherished family members.

The family would like to express their gratitude to all the staff of Azalea Trails, Grand Saline, TX and Caring Hearts Hospice-Mineola, especially Rhonda and Kimberly for loving Paula with such joy and compassion.

Funeral service will be September 29, 2022, at 2 pm in the chapel of Jackson-Burks-Walker-Tippit Funeral Home with Bryan Grant officiating. Burial will be in Rose Hill Cemetery under the direction of Jackson-Burks-Walker-Tippit Funeral Home. Visitation will be an hour before the service.

Pallbearers will be Landon Williams, Chris Crye, Chaz Grimes, Eric Lane, Tom Ridley, and Patrick Willis. Honorary pallbearers will be Bill Franks, Tommy Garrett, Bobby Lambert, Glenn Reese and David Ross.

Desired memorials may be made to Caring Hearts Hospice Mineola office (caringheartshospice.net); Epilepsy Foundation Texas (eftx.org); or Green Acres Baptist Church.

JAMES WILLIAM REESE ( Brother of Glenn Reese)

It is with great sadness that the family of James “Jim” Reese announce his passing after a long illness. He was born June 6, 1938 in Dallas, but lived almost all of his life in Tyler. After graduating from high school, he earned a degree from Stephen F. Austin University and married Sondra Edmondson, also of Tyler, in 1959, and together they raised three children. After her passing in 2002, he never remarried.

He had three passions in life. The first – by far - was hunting and shooting, which he did for over seventy years. His happiest times were probably the many hunting/camping trips that he took with his friends and family over the decades. This provided him with material for countless stories which, as a natural storyteller, he enjoyed recounting. Second, he loved yard work, especially tending his azaleas, gardenias, and camellias. And finally, he loved dogs and almost always had a Weimaraner named Misty. Other pastimes included playing 42, reloading shotgun shells, and skeet shooting.

He was known for his good humor and spirits, easy smile, and willingness to help out those around him. To his children, he was loved as a man of high integrity and honesty who encouraged them in whatever pursuits they took up. He was an amazing husband to his wife of forty-two years, and before her death he supported her passion by attending doll conventions with her all around the country. As a widower, he spent his time volunteering at local charities.

He spent virtually all of his professional career selling insurance for Allstate. He was a member of First Baptist Church Tyler his entire life. He is survived by his daughter Gayle Timaeus and his son Byron Reese and wife Sharon. His other son, James Reese, preceded him in death in 2019. Additionally, he has six grandchildren and one great grandchild. He is also survived by his brother Glenn Reese and wife Anne as well as his sister Sue Love and her husband Robert, all also of Tyler, along with numerous nieces and nephews. The family also wishes to express their gratitude to Jim’s faithful caregiver Mary Jacobsen for her kindness and friendship and for taking him on all those meandering country drives he enjoyed so much.

No service is planned. The family is holding a private graveside. They ask that in lieu of flowers, donations be made to either Ducks Unlimited, Heart to Heart Hospice Foundation, or Nicholas Pet Haven.

Mike Biggs

March 16, 1943 - August 14, 2022

Born on March 16, 1943, to Jeff and Alma Biggs, Mike joined all the saints to praise Holy God on August 14th 2022 after a valiant fight.
He had struggled with one health crisis after another for months, but finally, he is fully restored. No more confusion, no more pain, and no more tears in this fallen world.
Throughout his life, Mike achieved his goals. As a boy, he was awarded Most Valuable Player in Little League. He continued to play baseball and lettered in his sport at Robert E. Lee High School. He was also selected as the representative to Boys Town and graduated with honors in 1961.
After graduating from his beloved University of Texas with a degree in business, Mike remained a loyal fan of the Longhorns. He married Carol Farmer, and they had a son, Brett. Later Mike and Carol welcomed a daughter, Kaye Lynn.
Talented at more than one discipline, Mike taught in the business departments at both Lamar University and Oklahoma State University. At Texas Tech University, Mike taught graduate courses in Statistics. He earned his Master of Business Administration at Texas Tech and began working on his Doctorate Degree there.
During his time in Lubbock, God clarified Mike’s purpose. God led Mike to preach and opened doors of opportunity at Sunset International Bible Institute (then school of preaching), where he studied and learned from several distinguished Bible scholars who impacted his vision.
Mike’s first church to pastor was the Church of Christ in Ponca City and then the Church of Christ in Bartlesville, Ok. After serving there, Mike was recruited to preach at Pleasant Rd. Church of Christ in Arlington, TX. and then Van Church of Christ in Van, TX. He also preached at the Clearview Church of Christ in Lindale, TX.
A talented speaker, Mike touched hearts with his messages of God's love, grace, and forgiveness. To him, nothing could rival the importance of sharing the gospel of Jesus Christ. At the Tulsa Workshop, Mike was invited as the keynote speaker for 10,000 attendees.
As a certified and licensed financial planner, he worked with Asset Preservation Ministries to create financial plans for congregants based on Biblical principles.
Mike married Joy Ziegler Dunlap and was blessed with two stepchildren Josh and Ginger Dunlap. The couple moved from Mesquite, TX. where they taught, to settle in hideaway Texas.
During the past five years, Mike taught the Saints Alive Bible Class at Hideaway Church. He also enjoyed playing golf and left his love of the sport to his son, Brett. One of his memorable highlights was a trip with Brett to play Augusta National Golf Club, home of the Masters. He considered that experience the apex of his golfing experiences.
Mike was also blessed with a naturally beautiful singing voice. He could sing “How Great Thou Art” and Elvis’ “Love Me Tender” with equal aplomb. Mike also possessed an uncanny ability to whistle any tune perfectly on key.
Like Jesus Mike was the epitome of masculinity with a tender, caring heart. Never one to kill any living thing, he would catch a bug in the house to release it outside in the grass. His rescue dog, Sadie, reserved a special place to Mike. When she developed diabetes, he gave her insulin shots and carried her outside due to blindness.
Mike’s own experiences had taught him an important lesson: “Life is full of sadness, but it does not have to be lived sadly.”
Mike is survived by son, Brett Biggs and wife Kara of Rogers, AR.; daughter, Kaye Lynn Jones of
Tyler, TX. Carol Farmer Florey of Tyler TX., Joy Biggs-Tunnell of McKinney, TX.; stepdaughter Ginger Dunlap and sister, Becky Mullins of Garland TX.
A proud “Papa B,” Mike has been blessed with two beautiful granddaughters, Hadley and Ansley Biggs of Rogers, AR. and a step grandson Jude Valencia of Tyler, TX.
Special thanks to his loyal friend, Bill Brunnemer, of Hideaway and the staff of Primerose Retirement Community and Hospice of East Texas.
Most importantly Mike is survived both in heaven and on Earth by the many individuals he led to Christ. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to Kairos Prison Ministry in care of the Hideaway Church in Mike’s honor.
Visitation services will be held on Saturday, August 20th, 2022, at Caudle-Rutledge-Daugherty Funeral Home in Lindale, TX. from 3:00 to 5:00 PM. Comments and special memories will be given at 4:00 PM.

Services for Billy Creel Herrington, 84, of Tyler, will be held Friday, August 12, 2022, at 2:00 p.m. at Stewart Family Funeral Home with Rev. Gerry Giles and Grant Herrington officiating. Burial will follow at Mason Cemetery in Arp under the direction of Stewart Family Funeral Home.

Mr. Herrington passed away Saturday, August 6, 2022, in Tyler. He was born August 19, 1937, in Jacksonville to William Herrington and Minnie Haire Herrington.

Billy was a child of God. He attended school in Arp, then enlisted with the United States Army 1st Armored Division in 1954. He held the position of press brake operator with Marsh Industries and Baker Tank from where he retired in 1999.

He is preceded in death by his daughter, Penni Herrington Milliff; his parents; two brothers, Al and Charlie; three sisters, Jean, Louise, and Ellen “Bookie.” He is survived by his loving family including: his wife of 60 years, Peggy Fortner Herrington; son, Bill “BJ” Herrington; son, Bobby Herrington and wife, Jill; sister, Ann Kimrey; brother-in-law, Jim Fortner, and wife, Pat; grandchildren- Amanda Milliff, Dr. Kimberly Milliff, Hannah Evans and husband, Josh, Grant Herrington and wife, Samantha, and Emma Herrington; great-grandchildren: Kyndall Milliff, Evolet Innerarity, and Briggs Herrington; sister-in-law, Betty Swearingen; and numerous nieces, nephews, and other family members.

Pallbearers will be Jeremy Black, Josh Black, Scooter Fortner, Grant Herrington, Randy Rogers, Rusty Rogers, Rick Rogers and David Starkey. Honorary pallbearers will be David Anderson, James Swearingen, Tracy Milliff, Donald Coe, Ray Cooper, Mike Oliver, Steve Lancaster, Greg Kimrey, Steve Cook and Tommy Cook.

Special thanks to Dr. Doug Baker and caregivers, Josh Black and Bernadina Salgado.

Visitation is scheduled from 12:00 – 2:00 p.m. on Friday, August 12, 2022 at Stewart Family Funeral Home, 7525 Old Jacksonville Highway in Tyler.

If desired, memorials may be made to the American Heart Association (www.heart.org) 7272 Greenville Ave., Dallas, TX 75231.

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In Loving Memory Of

Mary Elizabeth Lindsey

Mary Elizabeth Rogers Lindsey passed away on May 20, 2022 in Tyler. Private services will be held under the direction of Stewart Family Funeral Home.

Mary was born September 20, 1943 in Houston to Norma Lee and Phillip E. Rogers. Mary Elizabeth Rogers has one sibling, Richard Rogers.

Mary grew up in Tyler attending Birdwell, Hogg, and Robert E. Lee graduating high school in 1961. While in high school, Mary was a Majorette for the Rebelette drill team. She was also voted “Most Beautiful” by her peers her Senior year. She attended William Woods College, Fulton, MO and TJC. Mary’s career was homemaking and mothering until her three children graduated high school. After this, she had a 34 year career with Clinique Cosmetics as a freelance consultant in California, Colorado, and Texas retiring in 2020.

Mary married the man of her dreams in 1963. Mary was a devoted wife to Walter R. Lindsey for 58 years. They were best friends, lovers, and spouses for each of their years together. They first became aware of their attraction to each other as juniors in high school.

Mary and Walter returned to Tyler after following Walter’s career for 32 years that saw them living in Arkansas, Minnesota, Alabama, California and Colorado. They returned to Tyler to oversee Mary’s father’s care in 1997.

Mary was a woman of faith (Proverbs 31 Woman) making a profession of faith in Jesus Christ in 1951. Mary had a strong desire for Bible Study, caring and giving. She was a committed student in BSF for 49 years. She was known to be quick to grab a skillet and “fix” something to eat for those in need or sick. She was always alert to helping people know Jesus as their Savior and Lord.

Mary is survived by her husband, Walter; brother, Richard and wife, Susan; daughter, Leeann Grisham and husband, Bryan, Shreveport, LA; son, Bart Lindsey, Shreveport, LA; daughter, Emily Glover and husband, Jason, Chandler, AZ; nine grandchildren, Sutton Glover, Riley Grisham, Keaton Glover, Madison Lindsey, Claire Grisham, Payne Glover, Hope Glover, Reid Lindsey, and Paige Lindsey; three nephews, Steve Rogers, David Rogers and John Rogers.

Honorary pallbearers will be grandson’s Sutton, Riley, Keaton, Payne and Reid.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Hospice of East Texas, 4111 University Blvd., Tyler, TX 75701 (www.hospiceofeasttexas.org); GABC Mission Fund, 1607 Troup Hwy., Tyler, TX 75701 (www.gabc.org); or In Touch Ministries, P.O. Box 7900, Atlanta, GA 30357 (www.intouch.org).

Lometa Anne Hudnall Cox peacefully left this world at age 79 to join her Heavenly Father on May 20, 2022 in the comfort of her home in Northfield, IL. Born on March 28, 1943 in Dallas, Texas, she was baptized at Trinity Baptist Church in Tyler, TX. She was a graduate of Robert E. Lee High School and in 1963, had the honor of becoming the 27th annual Queen of the Texas Rose Festival. Lometa subsequently received her bachelor’s degree in journalism from Syracuse University, where she met the love of her life, Elward LeRoy Cox. During LeRoy’s service in the United States Air Force, they spent 4 years living in Taiwan where their daughter Charina was born, and Lometa worked as a journalist for a local paper. They subsequently moved to Chicago in 1968 where Lometa became actively involved as a Sunday School teacher in Crawford Avenue Baptist Church. Throughout the years, Lometa and LeRoy graciously hosted dozens of Northwestern University students for Sunday lunches. They were very instrumental in guiding, supporting, and teaching the word of God. Lometa impacted numerous lives through her volunteer work as Director of the Women’s Missionary Union. She was a faithful prayer warrior and shepherded those in need. In more recent years, she routinely attended Willow Creek Community church in Glenview, IL where she was actively involved in the Cancer Ministry Group. She and LeRoy consistently supported a multitude of global ministries, while honoring God in all their endeavors. She created an extraordinary life working alongside her family managing real estate, oil and gas interests, and multiple other investments. The Cox family is eternally grateful for Melinda Ross and her dedication to the management of the family office in Tyler.

Lometa loved to travel the world and experience new adventures such as seeing the northern lights, whale watching in Alaska, speed-boating with her grandkids in New Zealand, and snowmobiling on the hills of Wisconsin. One of her favorite past-times was baking delicious breads and treats for her beloved grandchildren and those around her. Lometa really loved the holidays (especially Christmas) and treasured special times with each of her grandkids. She eagerly looked forward to weekly Sunday lunches with family. Lometa enjoyed 51 years of marriage until LeRoy’s passing on April 20, 2017. She was preceded in death by her parents, James S. and Dulse Hudnall, and is survived by her loving family members including daughter Charina and son Clinten and his wife Renee of Kankakee, IL and their 3 children, Isabel, Hillary, and Schuyler. The youngest of 2 children, Lometa is also survived by her nieces Jill Spain, Donna Echols, and Pam Hudnall, and her nephew Chris Hudnall and their families. She blessed those around her with generosity, loyalty, steadfast faith, thoughtfulness, and dedication to family.
We will always treasure her signature giggle and infectious laughter.

Immediate family attended a graveside memorial at Memorial Park Cemetery in Skokie, IL on May 30, 2022.

Due to Covid restrictions and the interests of health and safety, a memorial service will be held at a later date.

If anyone would like to make a memorial contribution, please donate to a local mission of your choosing.

In Loving Memory of Dan Morton

Services for Benny Dan Morton, 79, of Tyler will be held on Thursday, March 10, 2022 at 10:00 a.m. at Stewart Family Funeral Home with Rev. Kevin Burdette officiating. Burial will follow at Cathedral in the Pines Cemetery in Tyler under the direction of Stewart Family Funeral Home.

Mr. Morton passed away Friday, March 4, 2022 in Tyler. He was born September 25, 1942 in Mt. Pleasant to Dewey Franklin Morton, Jr. and Florene Thompson Morton.

Dan was in the U.S. Air Force from 1961-1964. He was a member of Green Acres Baptist Church and a member of Jim Gillen and Jim Little Sunday School Class. He retired from Frito Lay after 38 years.

Dan was preceded in death by his parents; son-in-law, Stanley C. Burks (U.S. Marine Corp, Ret.). He is survived by his loving family including wife, Sandra Bickerdike Morton; son, Craig Morton; daughter, Tanya Morton Burks; step-son, Joel Harris; step-daughter, Staci Harris Lewis; sister, Judy McConnell; niece, Kelly Cowan; two grandsons; and three great-grandchildren.

Pallbearers will be Travis Burks, Blake Ballard, Joel Farris, Kenny Thompson, Scott Thompson, Daniel Feuquay. Honorary pallbearers will be Zack Burks, Stanley C. Burks, Gillen Connect Group, Past and Present Frito Lay Employees.

Visitation is scheduled from 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. on Wednesday, March 9, 2022 at Stewart Family Funeral Home, 7525 Old Jacksonville Highway in Tyler.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Hospice of East Texas, 4111 University Blvd., Tyler, TX 75701 (www.hospiceofeasttexas.org)

Well,I didn't gather much moss - don't have that college degree on the wall

Sandra donated her body to Science, was cremated, had a Memorial Service at Christ Episcopal Church in Tyler on March, 25, 2022 and her ashes are next to her husband 's at Rose Hill Cemetery in Tyler, Texas. May She Rest In Peace.

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Laura Elizabeth Budzinski

January 30, 1977 - January 15, 2022

Laura Elizabeth Budzinski, age 44 and resident of Flower Mound, TX. Born on January 30, 1977 in Tyler, TX to Talmadge and Suzanne (Phipps) Cates. Passed away on January 15, 2022 in Fort Worth, TX. Laura is survived by her husband; Brad Michael Budzinski and her son Cameron. She is survived by her parents, Talmadge and Susie Cates and Suzanne and Roderick Gorneau. Her two sisters; Jennifer and Mike Andjelic and Sarah McGale, her step-sister; Sabrina Keller and step-brother; Andy and Tracy Awalt and a host of nieces and nephew. William, Adriana, Abby and Garrett Farley, Alexa, Adam and Owen McGale, Lucas and Jacob Awalt and Ryan and Evan Keller.

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Ronald Dean Baxter, age 80, passed away December 25, 2021, in his Stuart, Florida home, while surrounded by family, after a short battle with cancer.

Ronald (Ron) was born on May 9, 1941 in Santa Ana, California to father Arthur Houston Kirk and mother Helen Irene Kirk (Plumlee) and raised in Springdale, Arkansas by his mother and John C. Baxter (his adoptive father). He graduated from Springdale High School in 1959. After attending the University of Arkansas for one year, he enlisted in the U.S. Air Force where he served twenty years. After retiring from military service in 1980, Ron obtained his bachelor’s and master’s degrees in business administration from Nova Southeastern University. He continued his career as a technical writer, working for multiple computer companies in Virginia, Florida, and Texas, and he officially retired in 2019.

He will be greatly missed by his loving wife Martha Baxter (Barron), with whom he celebrated sixty years of marriage in September 2021. He is also survived by his three children (and spouses): Michael Baxter (Sieglinde),John Baxter (Heather), and Rhonda Barbacane (Anthony), as well as nine grandchildren, nine great-grandchildren, two half siblings, numerous nieces and nephews, and many wonderful friends.

Ron served as a deacon at the First Baptist Church of Fort Lauderdale and at Kingsland Baptist Church in Katy, Texas. He was a licensed benevolent minister at The Waters Church, also in Katy, Texas. Ron was an avid football fan, especially of the Katy High School Tigers and his beloved Arkansas Razorbacks.

A celebration of life service will be held February 12, 2022. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that you make a donation to your charity of your choice...

Jack Wilson Neill went to be with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on January 7, 2022. Jack was born on June 15, 1943 in Tyler, Tx. to Oren D. and Paralee Neill.

In addition to his parents Jack was preceded in death by granddaughters, Alex Jordan Browne and Rachael Morgan Joines.

Jack is survived by his loving wife and soulmate of 58 years Ragna Sullivan Neill, his daughter and son-in-law Suanna and Neil Kennemer. His sons, Kelly S. Neill and wife Tiffany, Kyle W. Neill and wife Stacie. His grandchildren: Samantha Allen and Adam, Chloe Devuyst and Tom, Reagan Aguilera and Sam, Kelsey Neill, MaKenzie Neill and Sam Sitton and 9 great grandchildren. His sister Josette McCrary and nieces Jill Phelps and Leigh Anne Delk.

Jack graduated from Robert E. Lee High School in 1961, attended TJC where he played football then went on to graduate from ETSU in Commerce, and received his master’s degree from Stephen F. Austin State University.

Jack coached football and track for 20 years and then went to work in the oilfield where he retired from Energy Fishing and Rental Tools.

He was a member of Colonial Hills Baptist Church in Tyler, Tx. where he was a member of the LIFE Sunday school class and sang in the Silver Notes Choir.

Jack loved football and playing golf with family and friends. He enjoyed staying fit and was an avid runner and bicyclist. He completed 3 marathons and thousands of miles on his bicycle. He was a “man’s man” and never met a stranger.

Above all he loved his Savior Jesus Christ and his family. He was also very loved.

In lieu of flowers any donations can be made to Alzheimer’s Alliance of Smith County or Heart to Heart Hospice of Tyler.

James 1:2; Blessed is the man who perseveres under trial because when he has stood the test he will receive the crown of life that God has promised to those who love Him.

LaNell Barron Doyle - Sister of Martha Barron Baxter

LaNell Barron Doyle, 82, loving follower of Christ, passed away Tuesday, November 30, 2021.

She was born to Frank and Minnie Barron near Edom, Texas. She met her husband of 60 years, Charles “Ed” Doyle, Jr., while attending Tyler Junior College where she received her associate degree in business. They married shortly after and lived in Austin while Ed completed his studies. They moved to Fort Worth where they raised a family together.

LaNell worked outside of the home for IBM, General Dynamics and finally as a financial secretary for Travis Avenue Baptist Church where she was a faithful member and preschool Sunday school teacher for many years. She loved serving others in time of need by providing food, clothing, words of encouragement and prayer support.

She and Ed shared a love for travel as they spent time in retirement visiting many foreign locations including Israel, Russia, Japan and European countries.

In addition to her husband, she is survived by her sister, Martha (Ron) Baxter; children, Lisa (John) Snell, Amy (Mike) Petersen and Scott (Pam) Doyle; grandchildren Andrew (Blake) Petersen, Ryan (Amanda) Snell, Tyler (Keely) Snell, Elizabeth Petersen, Sawyer Snell, Grant Doyle, Blake Snell and Erin Doyle; and great grandchild, Camden Petersen. She also leaves behind numerous nephews, nieces, and cousins.

The family wishes to thank all those who have provided care and support to LaNell during the last few years.

The memorial service will be held on Tuesday, December 7 at 2:00 pm in the sanctuary at Travis Avenue Baptist Church.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Travis Avenue Baptist Church or Mercy Clinic, PO Box 11557, Fort Worth, Texas 76110.

Daniel R. Kirshbaum, 78, passed away peacefully at his home in Houston, TX on October 22, 2021. He was born May 5, 1943 in Lindsborg, KS to the late Joseph and Gertrude Kirshbaum and grew up in Tyler, TX.
Dan was a unique and strong-willed individual, marching to his own drumbeat, and always trying to make people smile. He loved Texas, the springtime bluebonnets, and hole-in-the-wall barbecue joints.
Dan graduated from UT Austin and went on to earn his J.D., leading to a 50+year career as a securities and business law attorney.
He was a member of the Houston and Texas Bar Associations and a certified arbitrator for the New York Stock Exchange and the Nationarael and served on the Social Action Committee.l Association of Securities Dealers.
Dan was an active member of Congregation Beth Is Beth Israel and served on the Social Action Committee.
He grew up surrounded by music, playing viola in the East Texas Symphony Orchestra, headed by his father, as well as their family string quartet. He loved his hometown of Tyler, his adopted Houston community, and all his friends in both places.
Dan was preceded in death by his parents. He is survived by his amazing and devoted wife Glenda, son Geoffrey and wife Christi, son David, and daughter Lauren and husband Ben, grandchildren Chloe, Henry, Josh, Hazel, and Zev, as well as siblings, cousins, and friends far and wide.

A memorial service will be held at Congregation Beth Israel on Tuesday, October 26, 2021, 11AM CST. 5600 N Braeswood Blvd, Houston, TX 77096. The service will be livestreamed. Memorial donations may be made to Interfaith Ministries or SEARCH.

In Loving Memory of Carey Arthur Woods III

Carey Arthur Woods, III passed away July 10, 2021, at home in Tyler, TX surrounded by family. Carey was born September 15, 1942, in Long Beach, CA to parents Carey Arthur Woods, Jr. and Marion Herd Woods. He was in the first graduating class at Robert E. Lee High School in 1961. After graduation, Carey then served in the U.S. Navy, December 1961-December of 1963, aboard the USS Detector MSO 429, a wooden hull mine sweeper, with reserve obligation ending May of 1966. He came home and attended North Texas State. Although he grew up in the family air-conditioning and plumbing business, his salesmanship took him into the car business for approximately 14 years. He was a promoter for various celebrities in the sixties such as Ike and Tina Turner and Ray Charles bringing them to the Oil Palace in Tyler. Later in life Carey was driven by “the thrill of a deal” in real estate business transactions allowing them opportunities to live in different locations. Carey acquired J.P. Morrow Company Air-Conditioning and Plumbing in Alice, TX along with George C. Cunningham Air-Conditioning and Heating in Harlingen, TX before purchasing C. Woods Co. from his father in 1995. Along with his wife, Monica, they operated the business until, due to health issues, he sold the business, but then later established Woods Comfort Systems in San Marcos, TX. Supporting his children in rodeo activities and involving them in the air-conditioning business helped instill a true work ethic - work first and fun later. That fun included Carey’s love of lake life with his family at Lake LBJ in Horseshoe Bay and Lake Tyler. He worked hard and played hard. A warrior in his fight against heart disease, liver cancer, and leukemia, Carey was also a true patriot and conservative touching many lives with his spirit, kindness, and generosity. He took great joy in being a greeter at Marvin UMC, being a member of the Mineola Kiwanis Club, and a committed member of the Olympic Plaza workout center for daily exercise where he enjoyed the camaraderie with fellow members. He was an avid supporter of various fund raisers including St. Jude’s, American Cancer Society, Heart Association, conservative ideals and leadership, and the El Progreso Memorial Library. He considered his employees and past employees as family and offered assistance when needed. Carey is survived by his wife of 28 years, Monica Greathouse Woods; sons Carey Arthur Woods, IV (Chip) and wife Pamela of Alice, TX; Chris Woods of Lakeway, TX; Jack Ware and wife Allison of Corpus Christi, TX; Waco Ware and wife Kelly of Taft, TX; and Will Doran and wife Meagan of Tyler, TX; sister Marion Krug and husband Jeff, of Alta Loma, CA; mother-in-law Margie L. Bourn of Crystal City, TX; sister-in-law Vickie Weisinger of Uvalde, TX; and brother-in-law Joe Greathouse and wife Irma, of Crystal City, TX. He is also survived by three nieces. Carey was very proud of his ten grandchildren who dearly loved their Pawpy. The family would like to thank their long time family friend and care-giver, Lottie Ervin; and family internist, Dr. Thomas Buzbee and staff of TIMA. He was preceded in death by his parents and sister, Nancy Brumley Posey. Services are scheduled for Saturday, July 24, 2021 at 10:00 a.m. at Stewart Family Funeral Home in Tyler, TX. The family invites you to enjoy coffee and donuts with them in Carey’s memory one hour prior to the service.

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An advocate for all women, particularly victims of domestic violence has been called to join her parents and family for well deserved rest. Sharon Obregon has left us and left us better for her having been here. Sharon passed peacefully at Mustang Creek Estates in Keller on the 15th of January. She is survived by her three children: Robert Scott, Troy Michael and Michelle Renee as well as eight grandchildren. She also leaves behind her two brothers: Mike Pulley and Rusty Pulley, their spouses and children. Remembrances and gifts should be made in her name to The Family Place in Dallas.

I spoke with Joan's daughter yestereday (7-25-2021) and found out that Joan had passed away on November 8, 2020 in a Tyler Nursing Home from numerous health issues. She was cremated and no services were held and no obituary was published.

Juanita May Smith Henegar, of Omaha, Texas, passed away on March 6, 2019 in Tyler, Texas. She was born on January 16, 1943 in Whitewright, Texas to Billy & Alice (Adams) Smith.

She was a member of the Daingerfield Church of Christ, NPSOT (Native Plant Society of Texas), Iris Club, Ladies Widows Group, she was the director of nursing at Hopkins County Memorial in Sulphur Springs, she worked at East Texas Medical Center as well as Titus Regional Medical Center as an RN. Her many activities include, scrapbooking, painting, reading, gardening, Facebooking, going on cruises, adventures with Norma, quilting, horses, Christmas time, painting club but most of all, she loved being with her grandchildren and watching them play sports.

She is survived by her daughter & son-in-law, Terri & Matt Seery; son, Wayne Henegar; daughter & son-in-law, Christie & Jr. Cox; grandchildren, Joshua Harrington, Kali Harrington, Shelby Seery, L D Seery, Dillon Henegar, Kade & Amber Cox, Drew Cox, Macy Cox (Best Friend) & Brodie Cox; great grandchild, Bailey Harrington and a great grandchild soon to arrive, baby Joleigh; brother, Carl Smith; sister & brother-in-law, Patti & Larry Reece.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Doug Henegar; parents, Alice & Billy Smith; mother-in-law & father-in-law, Mozelle & Douglas Henegar; grandson, Tanner Higgins.

Visitation will be held from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM on Friday, March 8, 2019 at the Bates Cooper Sloan Funeral Home. Services will be held at 1:00 PM on Saturday, March 9, 2019 in the Bates Cooper Sloan Chapel.

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In Loving Memory of

Cliff Saunders 1943-2025

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In Loving Memory of

Hyman Paul White March 10,1943 - June 8, 2021

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In Memory of

Cherry Jo McKinney Pruett Sister of Sammie McKinney Peterson

Interment Barber Cemetery Friday, April 19, 2024 3:00 - 4:00 pm

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In Loving Memory of

Edwin Douglas "Doug" Murdock

Douglas “Doug” Murdock, passed away at his home on Sunday, August 18, 2024 at the age of 81. His loving wife of 40 years by his side. He is preceded in death by his mother, Marie Higginbotham Forster of Huntsville, Texas and his father, Alvin Murdock of Tyler, Texas.

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12-06-1943 - 12-15-2024

https://www.houstonjewishfunerals.com/obituaries/Patricia-Nelkin/#!/TributeWall

LibbyNelkin Mintz is her daughter if you would like to send a card or condolendce.

Her address is

1522 Nantucket Dr.

Unit B Houston 77057

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Patricia "Pat" Brown - Wife of Tommy Brown

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Tyler native and businessman, Edward “Ed” Greer Barry Jr., 88, passed peacefully from this world into heaven on November 22, 2024.

Ed was born September 12, 1936, in Tyler, Texas. He was a graduate of Tyler High class of ‘54 and attended TJC before transferring to TCU where he obtained a Bachelor of Science in Business in 1958. He graduated from UT Tyler with a master’s degree in psychology in 1992.

Preceding Ed in death are his parents, Ed and Maude Buckingham Barry, brother David Barry and daughter Holly Barry.

Pallbearers include Ricky Davis, Mike Wallace, Austin Davis, David Parrish, Jalen Claiborne and Adam Smalley. Honorary pallbearers include David Moore, Dennis Strong, George Tefteller, and James Goodman.

Special thanks to Dr. Michael Ashigbi at Hope Cancer Clinic, David McCaskill, ACNP, the Christus Heart Failure Clinic team, and the staff at Hospice of East Texas, especially nurse Tammy, who cared for him in his final days.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations can be made to First Christian Church Memorial Fund, 4202 S Broadway, Tyler, TX 75701; McClendon House Flags, PO Box 10036, Tyler, TX 75711; or Hospice of East Texas Foundation, 4111 University Blvd, Tyler, TX 75701

IN LOVING MEMORY OF Dickey Caswell

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IN LOVING MEMORY OF ADRIENNE DOWELL (Green - Katien)

In Loving Memory of Howard Leland Jackson 5-19-1943 - 12-19-2023

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Gilbert Boyd Barton (Husband of Sharonne Coon Barton)

August 2, 1943 - April 26, 2024

In Loving Memory of Sherron "Sherry Carroll" Odell Hall

Kenneth A Brock Jr.

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IN LOVING MEMORY OF

Don Wiseman

William Haskell Nelkin {Husband of Pat Forman Nelkin)

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In Loving Memory Of

Martha Lewis Marshall

January 14, 1943 - May 1, 2023

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Mary Eleanor (Blue) Small (Widow of Monty Small)

November 16, 1938 - October 27, 2022

JAMES WILLIAM REESE ( Brother of Glenn Reese)

Mike Biggs

March 16, 1943 - August 14, 2022

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In Loving Memory Of

Mary Elizabeth Lindsey

In Loving Memory of Dan Morton

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Laura Elizabeth Budzinski

January 30, 1977 - January 15, 2022

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LaNell Barron Doyle - Sister of Martha Barron Baxter

In Loving Memory of Carey Arthur Woods III