Obituaries

Glinda McDougald

Nov 13, 2024

Glinda McDougald, 80, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and sister, was called to her eternal resting place on November 13, 2024.

She entered this world on September 17, 1944 in Dallas, TX, born to Earl and Lucy McCoy. Glinda expressed her creativity through crafting and sewing. She loved gardening and working in her flower beds. Her family says she "never stopped" and...

Calvin Coolidge Johnson

Nov 4, 2024

Calvin Coolidge Johnson, age 97, passed away on November 4, 2024.

He was born on June 1, 1927 in Cap City, TX to Walter Johnson and Hazel Johnson.

Calvin loved life and being outdoors. As a child he went to County Line school through the seventh grade. By the time he was 17, he was working full time....

Kenneth Zimmer

Oct 29, 2024

Kenneth Koch Zimmer was born August 27, 1937 in Beeville, TX to Alice & Henry Zimmer.

He passed away on October 29, 2024 in Star Harbor, Tx.

He grew up in Beeville and attended Texas A&I University in Kingsville, TX. Ken obtained a degree in Physics. After college he was employed by Exxon Exploration Company as a Research Geophysicist for...

David Wilson

Oct 27, 2024

David Wilson, 71, beloved husband,father and grandfather, was called to his eternal home on October 27, 2024.

He entered this world on December 2, 1952 in Dallas, TX, born to Edward and Julia Wilson. His hobby, since he was young, was raising racing pigeons. He was a member of a club which helped him to pursue this hobby. He also...

Linda Auerbach

Oct 13, 2024

Linda Auerbach, 60, was called to her eternal resting place on October 13, 2024.

She entered this world on October 1, 1964 in Dallas, TX. Linda was a member of the VFW Ladies Auxiliary.

She is preceded in death by George Runion, Velma Williams; grandparents Willie & Buster Matthis; brother Kenneth Runion; and son John Redwine.

Linda is survived by...

Lisa Berry

Oct 13, 2024

Lisa Jean Berry

July 18, 1961 - October 13, 2024

Lisa Jean Berry, age 63, beloved mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, was called to her eternal resting place on October 13, 2024 after a long battle with her health.

She entered the world on July 18, 1961 in Athens, Texas. Her early years were spent in Eustace and Athens area...

Dewayne Grayer

Oct 8, 2024

Dewayne Grayer, a lifetime resident of Malakoff, Texas, was born on December 22, 1962, as the only son of Valuen Grayer and Ida Mae Grayer. As a youth, Dewayne united with the Antioch Baptist Church where he was baptized under the leadership of Rev. Bruce Bradford.

He received his formal education from the Malakoff Independent School District graduating as a...

Crystal Thompson

Sep 30, 2024

Crystal LaVaughn Thompson, 50, of Mabank, Texas, passed away on September 30, 2024. She was born on November 23, 1973 in Dallas, Texas. Crystal was known for her infectious laughter and kind heart. She had a passion for helping others and always went out of her way to lend a helping hand. Crystal would spend her free time mentoring at...

Israel Guzman

Sep 24, 2024

Nació en los brazos de Jesús el 24 de septiembre de 2024.

Le sobreviven su madre Gabriela Guzmán Murrillo; su padre Alberto García; su hermano Omar García Guzmán; sus abuelos Thomas Guzmán, Anna Murillo, José Álvaro Mendoza y Ma. del Socorro García Miranda.

El servicio junto a la tumba se llevará a cabo a las 3:00 p. m., el viernes...

Jimmy Waymire

Sep 24, 2024

Jimmy Oderral Waymire, 88, beloved father, brother, grandfather, and great-grandfather, was called to his eternal resting place on September 24, 2024.

He entered this world on August 13, 1936 in Heavener, OK, born to Calvin and Mary Ann Waymire.

Jimmy, or Oderral as he was known to friends, proudly served in the Army from 1959-1961. He was a long time member and...

Preston Hughes

Sep 23, 2024

Preston Hughes, 69, was called to his eternal resting place on September 23, 2024.

He entered this world on May 22, 1955 in Longview, TX, born to Tommie and Bonnie (Blackwell) Hughes. Though he was born in Texas, Preston grew up and lived for many years in Alaska. He returned to Texas about 5 or 6 years ago. Preston loved...

Pauline Moore

Sep 13, 2024

Pauline Moore, beloved mother and grandmother, was called to her eternal resting place on September 13, 2024.

She entered this world on October 15, 1939 in Santa Maria, CA, born to Paul and Dorothy Partridge. She was a member of Lake Community Fellowship Church in Athens, TX.

She is preceded in death by her parents Paul and Dorothy...

Nancy Graff

Sep 13, 2024

Nancy Diane Graff, age 82 passed away on September 13, 2024 in Tyler, TX.

Nancy was born on April 25, 1942 in Tulsa, OK to Glen Alexander and Louise Myers Alexander.

She married the love of her life Mike Graff on Dec. 16, 1983. She enjoyed sewing and made a career with sewing for WRB for 20 years. She enjoyed...

Jean Cole

Sep 12, 2024

Jean Evelyn Cole (née Lane) passed away peacefully on September 12, 2024, in Gun Barrel City, Texas, at the age of 93. She was born on May 13, 1931, in Lubbock, Texas. Jean's long life was marked by her warmth and dedication to her community. She loved reading the Bible and having Bible study with friends. As a Christian, she...

Richard Tudor

Sep 9, 2024

Richard Dennis Tudor, 76, passed away September 9, 2024.

Richard was born April 12, 1948, in Robstown, TX (near Corpus Christi) to Owen Tudor and Gracie B. Tudor.

Following high school, 19-year-old Richard voluntarily enlisted in the United States Navy in December of 1967 to serve our nation during a time of active war. Petty Officer Tudor...

Margaret Sherrill

Sep 1, 2024

Anne Sherrill, beloved wife, mother, and grandmother was called to her eternal resting place on September 1, 2024.

She entered this world on February 19, 1946 in Mississippi.

Anne had a vast knowledge in many subjects, including nursing, financial, and ministry. She earned her bachelor's degree in nursing, and was an Ordained Minister through the Assemblies of God. She was...

Shirley Hillhouse

Aug 31, 2024

Shirley Hillhouse, age 69, passed away on August 31, 2024.

She was preceded in death by her parents; brother Charles Harris; sisters Linda Harris, and Janice Harris.

She is survived by her husband Carl Hillhouse, children Jennifer Loar, Shane Carroll and wife Candice; grandchildren Ryker Carroll, Jeremy Loar; and mother-in-law Wanda Marcella Hillhouse.

Services for Shirley will be held on...

Paula Matthews

Aug 27, 2024

Paula Mae Matthews, 76, was called to her eternal resting place on August 27, 2024.

She entered this world on December 9, 1947 in Boothbay Harbor, ME, born to Orman and Ethel (Clifford) Poland. She grew up in Maine in a family of fishermen. In 1965 she married Richard Matthews and they eventually moved to Texas. She lived in the...

Bernard "Cotton" Meyer

Aug 12, 2024

Bernard Andrew "Cotton" Meyer passed away peacefully on the morning of August 12, 2024 at the age of 89.

Cotton is survived by his wife of 71 years, Sandra Sue Wilbanks Meyer. His Son Ricky Meyer and wife Kit. His grandchildren: Angela Castillo and husband Chris, Lisa Dooley and husband Bart, Kelli Williams and husband Tommy, Collen Meyer and wife...

Alfred Ledbetter

Aug 3, 2024

Alfred Lee Ledbetter, 91, entered heaven to be with his Lord and Savior on Saturday, August 3, 2024. He was born on April 11,1933 in Marlin, Texas to Roland Lee (Boots) and Jennie Belle (Hickman) Ledbetter, the youngest of 9 children.

Alfred Lee attended Bruceville-Eddy ISD as a child. He spent his younger adult years serving our country in the...