Obituaries

Nov 7, 2024

Barbara Kennedy Lewis, aged 83, passed away on November 7, 2024, in Mexia, Texas. Born on October 1, 1941 in Brenham, Texas, Barbara spent over 25 years at Mexia State School, where she retired as a Program Technician in 1998, then began her journey as a Foster Provider for Adults with Mental Disabilities.

Barbara was...

Nov 5, 2024

Tommie Smith, a beacon of love and kindness, passed away peacefully at the age of 91 on November 5, 2024, in Lufkin, TX. Born on June 12, 1933, in Timpson, TX, she was a daughter to the late Thomas Henry Howell and Edna Skimoor, and over the course of her life, became a cherished mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother to...

Oct 19, 2024

Scott E. Fowler, known affectionately as Scott by his friends and family, passed away peacefully on October 19, 2024, in Wells, Texas. Born in Glendale, California, on August 16, 1948, Scott's journey through life was marked by an unwavering spirit of friendliness, courage, and thoughtfulness that touched everyone he met.

Scott's formative years in Glendale...

Oct 17, 2024

Oct 17, 2024

Dwain Lee Stewart, 56, of Nacogdoches was born to Sharon Beth Joiner and Gary G. Stewart on July 9, 1968. He passed away at his home on October 17, 2024, in Appleby, TX.

Dwain was a man of few words but deeply loved his children and family. He spent most of his life roaming the...

Oct 17, 2024

Linda S Honea, born on November 3 1954, in Nacogdoches, Texas, passed away on October 17 2024, in her hometown of Nacogdoches. Her presence in the world was a gift that touched the lives of many.

Oct 13, 2024

It is with great sadness that the family of Linda Faye Lawrence/Heady announce her passing on October 13, 2024, at the age of 77.

Linda Faye will be sadly missed by her surviving children; Rickey Lawrence and wife, Rebecca, Cheryl Lawrence and spouse, Ryan Suire, James Lawrence, and stepson Jason Heady. Many grandkids and even more great...

Oct 13, 2024

Robert Preston McCormick, affectionately known as Preston (Pawpaw) to his dear friends and family, passed away peacefully on October 13, 2024, at the age of 80 in Jacksboro, Texas. Born on January 27, 1944, in Longview, Texas, Preston was a man whose life was defined by his unwavering faith, his boundless kindness, and his selfless nature.

Oct 7, 2024

Thomas Ray Saltz, known affectionately as Tom, a shining example of the Lord's grace among us. Born on January 17th,1941 in Berwind, West Virginia and called to his eternal home in Teague, Texas on October 7th, 2024. His journey of 83 years on this earthly plane was one rich with faith, love, and service.

Oct 6, 2024

Mary Pauline Stephens Vanham, 98 years of age, passed away peacefully at her home in

Lufkin, Texas on October 06, 2024.

Mary was a native Texan, born in Clyde, Texas on August 5, 1926, to George E. and Vivian

Stephens. She led an eventful and adventurous life as a child of...

Oct 5, 2024

Patsy Ruth Rowell (Holley), lovingly known as Pat to her friends and family, passed away peacefully of natural causes on October 5, 2024, at the age of 84. Born on June 18, 1940, in Maydelle, Texas, Pat was a beacon of love and faith throughout her life, leaving an indelible mark on the hearts of those who knew her....

Oct 2, 2024

It is with great sadness and a heavy heart that I announce the passing of Richard Manes Rhudy, a beloved husband, father, friend, and child of God, who departed from this earth on October 2, 2024 at the age of 76 years. He has left a legacy of faith, love, strength, and good humor. He will be greatly missed...

Sep 29, 2024

Shirley Joyce Olson, a beacon of love and kindness, passed away peacefully on September 29, 2024, in Wells, Texas, at the age of 83. Born on December 4, 1940, in Ratcliffe, Texas, Shirley was a cherished daughter to the late Roy and Ruby Reeves, a beloved sister to her predeceased brothers and sister, Robert, Bill, Harvey and Georgia Mae...

Sep 29, 2024

Scott Jared Mitcheltree was born January 16, 1968, and walked peacefully into heaven on September 29, 2024. He is survived by his father Roy Lee Mitcheltree Jr., sisters, Kathy Jost (Jay), Kristen Mitcheltree, Diana Calhoun (Steven), sister-in-law Hanne Mitcheltree, brother Todd Mitcheltree (Joyce), and numerous nieces and nephews whom Scott adored and treated as his own. Scott will be...

Sep 28, 2024

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Johnnie Paul Dunn, a beloved father, husband, and friend, who peacefully left us on Saturday September 28, 2024, at the age of 84. He has left a legacy of love and strength and will forever be remembered for the incredible impact he made on the lives of those...

Sep 26, 2024

Mary Ann Donald, 73, passed away in Lufkin, Texas on September 26, 2024. She was born December 20, 1950 in Lufkin, Tx.

There are no service scheduled at this time.

Sep 14, 2024

Judy Lanell Tindall, a lifelong resident of Nacogdoches, passed away peacefully at home on Saturday, September 14, 2024. Born on Wednesday, December 6, 1950, she was the sixth child born to Homer Culberson Tindall and Alpha Matlock Tindall; Judy was a cherished daughter, sister, aunt, cousin, friend, mother and "Mams". She graduated from Nacogdoches High School in 1969. She also...

Sep 10, 2024

Carolynn Sue DeWitt Godsey McElvaney Ainsworth, 81, formerly of Hobbs NM and Colorado City was born March 29, 1943, in Seligman MO to Virgil and Lois DeWitt. She passed away on September 10, 2024 in Woodville.

After graduating Hobbs High School, she attended Draughtons Business School, before working for Williamson’s Seed Company and Fenner Tubbs...

Sep 10, 2024

Stanley O'Dell Tackett passed away peacefully on September 10, 2024, in Fairfield, TX, at the age of 94. Born on March 14, 1930, in Shreveport, LA, he was the cherished son of the late Margaret Rawson Tackett and Floyd O'Dell Y'Barbo.

Stanley's life was marked by his unwavering sense of duty and service. He proudly...

Sep 5, 2024

Ricki Lin Thornton, a beloved brother, uncle, friend, and free spirit, passed away on September 5, 2024. He was born in Lufkin, Texas, on December 5, 1959. Ricki lived a life full of adventure and dedication.

Ricki worked as a rigger in the construction industry alongside his brothers, Robbie and Barry, for over forty years....