Obituaries
Herbert Southern
Oct 1, 2025
Herbert Haskell Southern
A wonderful husband, dad, grandfather and great-grandfather, Haskell Southern, 88, was called to his eternal home on October 1, 2025.
He was born on September 3, 1937 in Mena, AR, to Benjamin and Martha Southern.
Haskell was a Teamster for the Union Pacific Railroad. He retired from Union Pacific. While working for Union Pacific, he earned many...
Donnie Dixson
Sep 29, 2025
Donnie Ray Dixson, age 71, of Gun Barrel City, Texas, passed away on September 29, 2025. He was born on June 13, 1954, in Abilene, Texas, to William and Ada Belle (McHan) Dixson. Donnie was known for his enthusiasm for showing cars, a hobby that brought him much joy and earned him several trophies over the years. His passion also...
John Short
Sep 23, 2025
John Short, age 76, passed away on September 23, 2025.John was born in Culver City, CA to John Short and Sibyl Tissue.
He was preceded in death by his parents Walter Fron and Sibyl Fron; grandmother Ruth Tissue; brother Hershel Short; son Ricky Potter.
He is survived by his wife Lorie Short; daughter Alichia Potter and Shane, son James Short and Nelly,...
Fayrene Newell
Sep 23, 2025
Fayrene Newell, age 86, moved to her heavenly home, surrounded by her loving family, on Tuesday, September 23, 2025. Her departure leaves a profound void in the hearts of those who knew her, but it is also a reminder of the love and warmth she radiated throughout her life.
Born on September 7, 1939, in Eustace, TX, Fayrene was welcomed...
Mary Norwood
Sep 22, 2025
Mary "Tina" Norwood (March 05, 1962 - September 22, 2025)
Mary "Tina" Norwood, a loving and devoted spouse and mother, passed away the evening of September 22, 2025, after a long battle with lung cancer. She spent her final moments, as she spent her days, surrounded by her pets and her husband, Randy Norwood.
To remember her, Tina leaves behind...
Ruby Davis
Sep 17, 2025
Ruby Knox Davis went home to be with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on September 17, 2025, after a life beautifully lived and faithfully devoted to God and her family.
Ruby was born in Athens, Texas on August 13,1945 to Conis and Eunice Knox.
She married Mark Davis on December 10, 1965, and spent nearly 60 years by his...
Stephen McClintock
Sep 12, 2025
Stephen Spencer McClintockJune 27, 1950 – September 12, 2025Stephen Spencer McClintock, 75, of Weatherford, Texas, passed away on Friday, September 12, 2025, surrounded by his family.Steve, also known by family as “Papo”, was born on June 27, 1950, in Sinton, Texas. At the age of 12, his family moved to Trinidad, Texas where he graduated high school. After graduation, he...
Toni Steele
Sep 9, 2025
Toni Kathleen Steele, beloved mother, wife, grandmother, mother-in-law, aunt and dear friend passed away on September 9, 2025.
Mom was born on October 8, 1947 in Hot Springs, Arkansas, adopted by Monroe Power and Jessie (McKinley) Power. She grew up in Arkansas, moving to Brownsville, Texas as an adult, where she met and married Jimmy Steele. In 1980, they...
Margie LaVerne Perkins
Aug 29, 2025
A Celebration of Life for Margie LaVerne Perkins
February 11, 1931 - August 29, 2025
Margie Laverne Perkins, better known to all that loved her as MaMaw, passed away peacefully in her sleep on Friday, August 29, 2025, at the age of 94. LaVerne was born on February 11, 1931, in Crossroads, TX. She was a member of Hilltop Worship Center, but...
Robert Larsen
Aug 24, 2025
Robert Larsen, 77, of Trinidad, TX passed away August 24, 2025.
Robert was born in Detroit, MI to Stanley and Mildred Larsen.
He was a proud veteran of the U.S. Navy, and was a member of the VFW.
He is preceded in death by his parents Stanley and Mildred (Harquard) Larsen; brother Harry Larsen; sisters Mary Jane Brown Larsen, and...
Gregory Spitz
Aug 23, 2025
Gregory "Greg" Allen Spitz, 71, of Sacramento, California, passed away peacefully in his Tyler, Texas home on August 23, 2025, after a long and courageous 15-year battle with Parkinson's Disease.
Born May 16, 1954, in Sacramento, California, Greg was the son of Bobbe Rae Rattenbury Spitz Nash and Victor Charles Spitz, Jr. He attended Cordova Gardens Elementary School, Mills Junior...
Lara Parks
Aug 23, 2025
Lara Parks, 58, of Trinidad, beloved wife, mother, and daughter, was called to her eternal resting place on August 23, 2025.
She was born on July 22, 1967 in Dallas, TX. She has lived with her family in Trinidad, TX for many years.
She is preceded in death by her mom and dad Tony and Gloria Ingargiola.
Lara is survived...
Freida Jones
Aug 21, 2025
It is with deep love and sorrow that we announce the passing of Freida Lynn Jones ("Nanma"). Freida Lynn Jones, 74 years old, passed away peacefully at Mabank Nursing Center in Mabank, Texas on August 21, 2025, surrounded by family. She was born on January 12, 1951, to H.F. "Pug" Warren and Edna Lucille (Skiles) Warren in Corsicana, Texas.
Freida...
Martha Drake
Aug 19, 2025
Martha "Jane" Drake (Seeger), 89 was born June 6. 1936 in Kennett, Missouri, formerly of Owosso Michigan, Jacksonville Arkansas and Bluffton Indiana entered into eternal life August 19, 2025, at The Lodge Assisted Living Facility in Gun Barrel City, Texas.
Jane Seeger married Francis Drake on June 20, 1953, and they were married for 64 years.
After retirement they enjoyed...
Donald Longacre
Aug 16, 2025
Donald "Donnie" Longacre, 69, was called to his eternal resting place on August 16, 2025.
He entered this world on February 3, 1956 in Dallas, TX, born to John Robert and Annie Mae (Schwede) Longacre. Donnie was a member of St. Peter Lutheran church since 1981. He was an Elder in the church for many years. Donnie had a hobby...
Amy Ballard
Aug 3, 2025
-----------------Amy Ballard, 31, passed away on August 3, 2025.
She entered this world on October 29, 1993 in Mesquite, TX, born to Kenneth Gunstanson and Tracy Knight.
She is survived by her spouse William Ballard; father Kenneth Gunstanson and wife Gloria; mother Tracy Knight; children Josiah Lopez, Jacob and Jadon Portillo, Jaxon Pride, Ezra Andrews; father-in-law and mother-in-law Gary and...
Jesse Thomas "Tommy" Hayes
Jul 28, 2025
Jesse Thomas "Tommy" Hayes Jr., 69, was welcomed into his eternal home with our Lord and Savior on July 28, 2025.
He was born on June 26, 1956, in Dallas, TX, to Jesse Thomas Sr. and Roma Jo Hayes. He married the love of his life, his best friend Diana Weaks 49 years ago. Together they endeavored many journeys and...
James Roach
Jul 1, 2025
James Daniel "Danny" Roach, 66, entered into rest on July 1, 2025. Danny was born on September 12, 1958 in Dallas, TX.
He is preceded in death by spouse Phyllis Jean "P.J." Thomas; and brother Glenn Roach.
Service for Danny is 12:00 PM, Friday July 11, 2025, at Huckabee-Tomlinson Funeral Home in Malakoff, TX. Interment to follow at Mankin Cemetery,...
Phyllis Thomas
Jul 1, 2025
Phyllis "P. J." Thomas, age 70, entered into rest on July 1, 2025.
She entered this world on August 29, 1954 in Enid, OK, born to Everett and Jean Thomas. P.J. was known for being an outgoing person who loved to dance and also greatly loved her dogs.
She is preceded in death by her parents Everett and Jean Thomas;...
JoAnn Summerall
Jun 28, 2025
JoAnn Summerall was called to her Heavenly home on June 28, 2025. She passed away peacefully at her home in Tool, Texas.
JoAnn was a Christian, and a long-time member of the Providence Baptist Church in Tool, as were her parents. She loved to decorate family headstones and clean up at the Tool Cemetery, when weather and health permitted.
She...
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