Obituaries
Obituaries
Edward Lee Lewis Jr.
Sep 6, 2026
Edward Lee Lewis Jr., known to many as Lil Bo, passed away on September 6, 2026, in Nacogdoches, the same town where his story began on August 8, 1982. He lived the kind of life that left grease on the hands, mud on the truck, fish stories in the air, and plenty of laughter in between.
Edward graduated from Central Heights...
Jerry Dean Wiedman
Aug 22, 2026
Jerry Dean Wiedman, 78, passed away peacefully at his home in Woodville, Texas, on August 22, 2026.
Jerry was born on August 20, 1948, in Chickasha, Oklahoma, to Frank and Betty Wiedman. He was raised primarily in Oklahoma, a place that remained an important part of who he was throughout his life, before eventually making his home in Texas.
On April 23,...
Linda Joyce Leonard
Aug 22, 2026
Linda Joyce Hopson Leonard
Linda Joyce Leonard of Lufkin, Texas was born on October 4, 1949 and went to be with our Lord on August 22, 2026, leaving behind a lifetime of love, kindness, and memories that will be cherished by all who knew her.
Linda was preceded in death by her beloved son, Richard Benefield; her mother, Lois Hopson; her father,...
Suzann Poskey
Aug 21, 2026
Suzann Poskey passed away peacefuly at her home surrounded by her loving family on August 21, 2026, just days before her 71st birthday. She was born on August 26, 1955, in Rusk, Texas.
Suzann will be remembered as a devoted homemaker who cared for her family for many years with deep love and steady devotion. She was a woman whose smile...
Lorena Faye Wingate
Aug 20, 2026
Lorena Faye Wingate, 76 of Mount Enterprise, Texas passed away at her daughters home surrounded by her family on August 20, 2026. She was born on February 20, 1950 in Nacogdoches, Texas to Ralph and Elsie Mae Cooper. Lorena went to school in Cushing, Texas and later married the love of her life, Jimmy. They were married for 55 years...
Vera Fay Elliott
Aug 16, 2026
Vera Fay Elliott, lovingly known as Fay, passed away peacefully at her home on August 16, 2026, at the age of 91. She was born on February 1, 1935, to Ola Irene Wright Elliott and Andrew Joel Elliott. Graveside services will be held 6 p.m. on Friday, August 28, 2026, at Old Union Cemetery in Lufkin, TX.
Fay was preceded in...
Joyce Lynn (Register) Burnett
Aug 11, 2026
Joyce Lynn Burnett (79), born October 9, 1946, in Lufkin, Texas, passed away peacefully at her residence in Lufkin on August 11, 2026. Her departure marks the end of a life that touched many hearts, and her legacy will be warmly cherished by those fortunate enough to have known her.
Joyce’s story began in the vibrant community of Lufkin, where she...
Linda Griffin
Aug 11, 2026
Linda Griffin, born on April 4, 1957, bid her final farewell on August 11, 2026. Her presence—a steadfast, loving beacon to those fortunate enough to know her—remains deeply felt in the hearts she touched.
Linda's lived a life defined by compassion, strength, and an unwavering devotion to family. She was a daughter to Pauline and T.W. Livingston, and their memories lived...
William Peter "Yankee" Labrosse
Aug 10, 2026
William Peter Labrosse left this world on August 10, 2026 at the age of 84 years young.. He was born in Hoboken, New Jersey, to John and Lorraine (Noon) Labrosse. He lived in NJ until the late 1980s when he relocated to Lufkin, Texas, where he spent the remainder of his life. He is survived by his daughter, Kim Labrosse...
Patsy Tilda Brumfield
Aug 6, 2026
Patsy Tilda Brumfield, born on December 22, 1955, to Elton Lee and Nona Bee Belyeu, graced the world with immeasurable love and kindness. She found her soulmate in Bobby Frank Brumfield Jr., with whom she shared a beautiful life, raising four cherished daughters: Kelly (the late Richard) Sandoval, Melissa (Jason) Farley, Andrea (Billy) Chancler, and Peggy (Clay) Lowrey. Together, they...
John Durward Owens
Jul 31, 2026
John D. "Johnny" Owens, 81, of Mauriceville, Texas, was born October 12, 1944, in Orange, Texas, to Forest L. and Ouida Owens and passed away peacefully July 31,2026, in Huntington, Texas surrounded by family.
Johnny grew up in Little Cypress, where he excelled at football and perfected creative ways to avoid schoolwork. He met Andrea in 1961, they married in 1963...
Cassie Lynn Whitehead
2026
Cassie Lynn Whitehead, of Nacogdoches, Texas, passed away at the age of 43. She was born on April 2, 1983, in Pasadena, Texas, and lived a life defined by love, devotion, and a deep appreciation for the people who surrounded her.
Cassie was a cherished mother, sister, aunt, and friend whose kind heart and gentle spirit touched the lives of many....
Juan Antonio Cruz Jr.
Jul 16, 2026
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Juan Antonio Cruz Jr. “Johnny” who departed this life on July 16, 2026, at the age of 50. Born on November 28, 1975, Johnny was a cherished son, devoted brother, loving father, and a true friend to all who had the good fortune of knowing him.
Johnny was the beloved...
Georgia Marie Garrett
Jul 15, 2026
Georgia Marie Garrett went to be with her Lord on Wednesday, July 15, 2026. She was predeceased by her husband, Fred, who passed in 2023 after 74 years of marriage, and 4 of her beloved sisters. She is survived by their children Terry Garrett (Judy), Sheryl Selvage (Robert), Steve Garrett (Vickey), and Colleen Anglin (Michael), sisters Jean Hanke (Walt) and...
Johnny “Glenn” Atchison
Jul 9, 2026
Johnny departed this world unexpectedly on July 9, 2026, leaving behind cherished memories for all who knew him. Born to Patricia Sisk of Etoile, Texas, Johnny was a beloved son, brother, and uncle. He is survived by his mother, Patricia; his brother, Richard Pettigrew of Athens, Texas; and his sister, Kimberly Stroud of Nacogdoches, Texas. His love extended to numerous...
Linda Payette
Jul 6, 2026
Linda Kay (Gulick-Rivette) Payette, of Nacogdoches, Texas, passed away on July 6, 2026. She was deeply loved as a wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, and her presence will be missed by all who knew and loved her.
Linda grew up in Sugar Land, Texas, where she met her high school sweetheart, Tommy Rivette. The two married in October 1964 and...
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