Obituaries

Obituaries


Paula R Segura

Paula R Segura

Jun 9, 2025

La Sra. Paola Segura, nació el 18 de Junio del 1929, en San Juan, Nuevo León, Mexico. La hija del Sr. Cosme Rivera y María Rivera. Falleció el 9 de Junio del 2025.

La Sra. Segura fue una esposa y madre dedicada y fuerte y fue amada por todos. Le encantaba cocinar tamales y especialmente tortillas de harina todos los días...

James Levell Hillyer

James Levell Hillyer

Jun 6, 2025

James Levell Hillyer, a respected business owner and beloved family man, passed away on June 6, 2025, at the age of 73. Born on August 26, 1951, James devoted many years to running his own business, where he left a lasting impact both on his community and among those who worked with him.

James is survived by his loving spouse, Glenda...

Joe Donald Terry Jr.

Joe Donald Terry Jr.

Jun 5, 2025

Joe Donald Terry Jr., affectionately known as JT, was born on January 16, 1962, in Angelina County and departed from this world on June 5, 2025, at CHI Intensive Care. A devoted carpenter throughout his life, Joe was known for his dedication to his craft and his unwavering spirit, always ready to lend a helping hand to those in need.

Throughout...

Tammy Michelle Harrison

Tammy Michelle Harrison

Jun 1, 2025

Tammy Michelle (Williams) Harrison, born on December 6, 1968, in San Francisco, California, passed peacefully in her sleep on June 1, 2025, in Diboll, Texas. A beloved mother, sister, aunt, and friend, Tammy's spirit and warmth will be deeply missed by all who had privilege of knowing her.

Graveside service will be held Saturday June 7th at the Huntington Cemetery at...

Lonnie Earl Wood

Lonnie Earl Wood

May 29, 2025

Lonnie E. Wood, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, passed away peacefully on May 29, 2025, in Lufkin, Texas. He was born on November 27, 1944, in Nacogdoches, Texas, and lived a life characterized by love, family, and service.

A proud Navy veteran, Lonnie dedicated part of his life to serving his country, embodying the values of honor and commitment...

James Ray Patterson Jr

James Ray Patterson Jr

May 28, 2025

James Ray Patterson Jr., affectionately known as Jim, passed away peacefully at home in Trevat, Texas, on May 28, 2025, at the age of 75. Born on October 28, 1949, in Petersburg, Virginia, Jim was a devoted husband, father, and brother whose remarkable life touched the hearts of many.

Jim excelled as a Master Custom Cabinet Builder, bringing beauty and craftsmanship...

Vannessa Joyette Morgan

Vannessa Joyette Morgan

May 24, 2025

Vannessa Joyette Morgan, a loving mother, sister, and friend, was born May 15, 1965, in Houston. An embodiment of kindness and warmth, Vannessa made her journey through life with a remarkable spirit that touched everyone around her. Her career as a bus driver for a motor coach company allowed her not only to traverse beautiful landscapes but also to forge...

Billie Jean Bryce

Billie Jean Bryce

May 22, 2025

Funeral services for Billie Jean Goins Bryce, 91, of Diboll will be held Thursday, May 29, 2025 at 10:00 AM at Chestnut Drive Baptist Church with Jerry Young officiating.

Internment will follow in the Ryan Chapel Cemetery in Diboll.

Mrs. Bryce was born June 9, 1933 in Lufkin, TX to Barney Benjamin and Nettie Mae (Anderson) Goins and died Thursday, May 22,...

Laqueta Faye Whitworth

Laqueta Faye Whitworth

2025

LaQueta Faye "Granny" Whitworth, born in Lufkin Tx  August 6th, 1946 entered into her eternal resting place May 21st 2025 in Texarkana Tx 

LaQueta was known best as Granny to everyone who met her! Granny met her husband Grady Whitworth Sr. And they married February 17th 1964 they would have been married 64 years this year. 

While in her marriage. Granny had...

Carol Lee Matthews

Carol Lee Matthews

May 20, 2025

Carol Lee Young Matthews was born January 21st, 1953 to Frank B Young II and Margaret Irene Sherman Young in the bustling town of Wenatchee, Washington. With her father being in the United States Army, Carol and her siblings moved around and found themselves in the great state of Texas where she planted her roots.

The Young family moved to Texas...

Jimmy Layfette Bryan

Jimmy Layfette Bryan

May 17, 2025

Jimmy Bryan, age 84, of Lufkin, Texas, passed away peacefully at home on May 17, 2025, surrounded by his loved ones.

Born on August 30, 1940, in Lufkin, Jimmy was the son of Wilmer Bryan and Willie V. Bean.

After graduating from Lufkin High School, he served four years in the U.S. Army. Upon returning home, Jimmy founded a successful drywall contracting...

Sheila Garrett Reneau

Sheila Garrett Reneau

May 15, 2025

Sheila Garrett Reneau, a cherished mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, passed away on May 15, 2025, in Livingston, Texas, at the age of 75. Born on April 23, 1950, in Nacogdoches, Texas, Sheila always had a twinkle in her eyes, a smile on her face, and two arms ready to give a big hug. She will be deeply missed by those...

Candy Chapman

Candy Chapman

May 11, 2025

Candy Chapman, born on September 19, 1974, in Channelview, Texas, passed away peacefully on May 11, 2025, in Nacogdoches, Texas. She was a beloved daughter, sister, mother, and grandmother whose warmth and spirit touched the lives of all who knew her.

Candy is survived by her loving family, including her father, Richard Chapman, and step-mother, Susan Chapman, as well as her...

Lacy Lahoma Brown

Lacy Lahoma Brown

May 5, 2025

Lacy Lahoma Stanley, affectionately known as Lacy, was born on July 4, 1972, in Angelina County, Texas. With an unwavering spirit and a heart full of love, Lacy graced the world with her presence until she peacefully passed away at her home in Hudson, Texas, on May 5, 2025.

Lacy's education journey began at the Diboll School District, where she laid...

Kathleen Raye Kappler

Kathleen Raye Kappler

May 2, 2025

Kathleen Raye Anderson Kappler, a loving mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, passed away with family present on May 2, 2025, in Bryan, Texas at the age of 79 following many years of battling chronic diseases and other illnesses.

Kathleen was born in Houston, Texas on September 15, 1945, as the second of four children. She spent most of her youth residing there...

Clifford Allen Mills

Clifford Allen Mills

Apr 29, 2025

Clifford Allen Mills, affectionately known as "Butch," passed away on April 29, 2025, at Legacies Nursing and Rehab in Hemphill, Texas. Born on December 19, 1941, in East Chicago, Indiana, Butch was the beloved first born son of Bonnie and Lloyd C. Mills, who preceded him in death. He was raised in Petrolia, Illinois, where he completed his education by...

Timothy Wayne Taylor

Timothy Wayne Taylor

Apr 25, 2025

Timothy Taylor, at 61 years of age, went to be with the Lord on April 25, 2025, surrounded by many loved ones. Those loved ones being his wife, sons, daughters, and grandchildren, as well as the many family members that came to visit him during his last days. 

Tim was born September 14, 1963, in Manilla, Arkansas to Billy and Joyce...

Michael Wayne Grayson

Michael Wayne Grayson

Apr 15, 2025

Michael Wayne Grayson, born on August 1, 1959, passed away peacefully on April 15, 2025, at Woodland Heights Hospital. He was a beloved father, grandfather, and great-grandfather whose warmth and spirit will be deeply missed by all who had the pleasure of knowing him.

Throughout his life, Michael displayed a remarkable talent for welding, dedicating a substantial part of his career...

Teresa Victorio Santoyo

Teresa Victorio Santoyo

Apr 10, 2025

Teresa Victorio, una mujer de infinita gracia y amor, partió de este mundo el 10 de abril de 2025, a la edad de 81 años, después de una larga lucha contra el cáncer. Nacida el 15 de Octubre de 1943 en Jalisco, México, Teresa era una luz brillante en la vida de todos los que tuvieron el privilegio de conocerla....

Geneva Irene Thompson

Geneva Irene Thompson

Apr 4, 2025

Geneva Irene Thompson, born on February 10, 1950, in Channelview, Texas, passed away peacefully on April 4, 2025. She was a loving, devoted mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother whose warmth and spirit touched everyone who crossed her path.

Geneva’s early years were spent in Groveton, Texas, where she graduated from Groveton High School. She later embarked on a fulfilling career at Memorial...

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The Memorial Chapels of Lufkin & Nacogdoches is a collection of obituaries for Texas serving the city of Nacogdoches, with services from our funeral home located in Nacogdoches, TX. Find local Texas obituaries and join us in celebrating memories and honoring their lives and legacies. 

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