Obituaries
Obituaries
Sheryl Stanley Bentley
May 12, 2024
We come to you with somber yet heartwarming task of celebrating the life of Sheryl Ann Bentley, a beacon of light and love in her community, who was born on November 19, 1958, in the small town of Lufkin, Texas. It is with both sadness and a profound sense of honor that we announce her passing on May 12,...
Guadalupe Fuentes
May 6, 2024
Guadalupe Fuentes-Montoya entered eternal rest at her home on Monday; May 6, 2024. She was born on December 16, 1956 in Eagle Pass, TX to Micaela and Carlos Fuentes. She was the middle child of her ten siblings.
She is survived by her four beautiful daughters, son in laws and grandchildren:
Guadalupe and...
Loyd Timothy Harper
May 6, 2024
Loyd Timothy Harper was born 8/19/1956 to Artie Bell Cotton and Eugie Allison Harper in Eudora, Arkansas. Passed away 5/6/2024 at Michael E Debakey VA medical center in Houston.
He was preceded by death his parents, two brothers , Walter Harper and Wayne Harper. Three sisters, Pennie O'fallon, Bettie Tuck, And Vera Worley . One...
Michael Steve Fountain
May 4, 2024
Dr. Michael Steve Fountain, born November 16th, 1947, finished his fight with Parkinson’s at 12:07 AM on May 4th, 2024 at 76 years, 5 months, and 18 days of age. He was born in Center, Texas to Joan Cridland Fountain and James Doyle Fountain, and passed away in Nacogdoches, Texas surrounded by his wife and two sons.
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Cardie Lee Mieth
May 2, 2024
Cardie Lee Mieth, a cherished pillar of the Saron Community, passed away peacefully on May 2, 2024, at the age of 81, in the very community where she was born. Her life began on May 22, 1942, as the daughter of the late Alfred and Hester Grimes. Cardie's presence was a warm and constant light to all who knew...
Earnest Anthony Grindle
May 1, 2024
Earnest Anthony Grindle (Tony)of Nacogdoches died on Wednesday May 1, 2024, in San Augustine, Texas. He was 69 years old. He was born on July 18, 1954 in Nacogdoches to Lillian June Snyder Grindle and Homer George Grindle. He attended Cushing Texas schools. He worked on many different jobs. He is survived by brother, James Norman Grindle, Nacogdoches; sister...
Gearldean (Parrott) Rector
Apr 20, 2024
Gearldean (Parrott) Rector, 84, passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family on Saturday, April 20, 2024 in Nacogdoches, Texas. She was born July 23, 1939 in Douglas, Texas to the late Roberta (Fitzgerald) Parrott and Fred Parrott. She is now reunited with her late husband, Craig "Teddy" Rector in heaven after sharing 67 beautiful years together...
Eldon Lamar King Jr.
Apr 19, 2024
Eldon Lamar King Jr. 73, passed away in the wee hours of the morning Friday April 19, 2024. A long time resident of Nacogdoches TX., He touched the lives of many people who were impressed with his love for God and blessed by his music. He is preceded in death by loving parents Eldon King Sr. And Weda King,...
Eldon Lamar King Jr.
Apr 19, 2024
Eldon Lamar King Jr. 73, passed away in the wee hours of the morning Friday April 19, 2024. A long time resident of Nacogdoches TX., He touched the lives of many people who were impressed with his love for God and blessed by his music. He is preceded in death by loving parents Eldon King Sr. And Weda King, sister...
Cecil Wayne Johnston
Apr 17, 2024
Cecil Wayne Johnston "C.W.", 72, of Longview, TX, passed peacefully into eternal rest after a lengthy battle with cancer.
C.W. was Born on August 30, 1951, in Monroe, La. He is survived by his daughter Sondra Johnston, sister Judy Coleman, brothers Everette Johnston and Glenn Johnston. He's also remembered by several cousins, nieces, nephews and friends.
...Peggy Sue Schwalbe
Apr 16, 2024
Peggy Sue Schwalbe, a cherished soul known for her nurturing heart and unwavering love, passed away peacefully on April 16, 2024, in Lufkin, Texas, just one day after celebrating her 65th birthday. Born on April 15, 1959, in Las Vegas, Nevada, Peggy's life was a testament to the strength and warmth of her spirit.
Peggy's...
Jean Marie Bentley
Apr 16, 2024
Jean Marie Bentley, a beacon of warmth and kindness, passed away on April 16, 2024, at the age of 82 in her hometown of Lufkin, Texas. Born on March 27, 1942, also in Lufkin, Jean's life was a tapestry of love, dedication, and service woven through the years spent with her cherished family and friends.
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John Hardy Hughes
Apr 14, 2024
John Hardy Hughes, affectionately known as Hardy, went home to be with the Lord on April 14, 2024. He was born on February 11, 1942, to his beloved parents John Bolivar and Katherine Louise Hughes. Hardy's life was a testament to love, family, and adventure.
As a young boy, Hardy served as an altar boy...
Addie Mae Hight
Apr 12, 2024
Addie Mae Hight, affectionately known as Addie, passed away on April 12, 2024, at the age of 61 in Lufkin, Texas, surrounded by the love and warmth of her family. Born on September 6, 1962, in Louisville, Mississippi, Addie was a beacon of light and love to all who knew her.
Addie was the cherished...
Judith Carroll Renfro
Apr 8, 2024
Judith (Judy) C. Renfro, aka Granny, joined the Heavenly Angel Choir on 04/08/2024. She was born 05/28/1942 to Jacob and Annie Meek. A celebration of life will be held on 05/04/2024 at 2PM. It will be at Southside Baptist Church on Tulane in Lufkin and officiated by Pastor Randy Brown. Lunch will be served after the service by the...
Wanda June Christopher
Apr 3, 2024
Wanda June Christopher, born on January 31, 1966, in Houston, Texas to Drew and Ruby Rodgers, peacefully passed away after a short but courageous battle with cancer on April 3, 2024. She was a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, aunt and cherished friend to many.
Wanda is survived by her loving husband of 40 years Jerry...
Jay W. Jackson
Apr 3, 2024
Jay W. Jackson, known affectionately as Jay to friends and Grandpa Jay to the family. Jay embarked on his final adventure April 3, 2024. Born on February 18, 1935, in Porter Springs, Texas. Jay took his final bow in Lufkin, Texas, after a brief, yet brave battle with cancer. Jay’s early years were spent navigating the hallways of Latexo...
Betty Durham Russaw
Apr 2, 2024
Our beautiful, fearless and tenacious fighter, Betty Durham-Russaw entered into eternal rest on Tuesday April 2, 2024 at the age of 84 in Beaumont, Texas. She was born on September 23, 1939 in Woodville, Texas to Falbia and Percell Durham and was one of six children. She is preceded in her journey by her husband Earl Russaw, beloved parents...
Earlene Marze
Mar 30, 2024
Earlene Marze, a beacon of love and faith, passed away peacefully on March 30, 2024, at the age of 86 in Lufkin, TX. Born on October 2, 1937, in Garrison, TX, Earlene's life was a testament to the power of selflessness and the warmth of a caring heart.
Earlene grew up in the embrace of...
Daniel Ray Adkins
Mar 25, 2024
Daniel Ray Adkins, aka (Chunk) went home to be with our Lord and Savior
the morning of March 25th 2024 surrounded by loved ones in Woodville
Texas.
HewasbornonJune24th1975in Tyler Texas to Sharon Ann (Sherry)
Adkins and Gerald Milford (Dugan)Adkins. A longtime resident of Quitman
Texas and the surrounding Wood...

