Obituaries
Obituaries
Allyson Noble
May 29, 2025
It is with great sadness that the family of Allyson Noble announces her passing on May 29, 2025, at the age of 60. Allyson was a loving mother, a free spirit; she was the life of the party and a force to be reckoned with. She was a lifelong animal lover and motorcycle enthusiast with a deep love for Christ.
Allyson...
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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...
Walter Lee Ginn Jr.
May 1, 2025
Walter Lee Ginn Jr. was born in Dallas, Tx on October 2, 1948. He was raised at a foster home in Waxahachie Tx. When Walter was 12 years old his father picked him up from the foster home. He learned how to drive semi trucks at the age of 12 and continued to do so for 55 years. On May...
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
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
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
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
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...
Sharon Ditchfield
Apr 2, 2025
Sharon “Sha” Wynell (Penny) Ditchfield passed away peacefully on Wednesday, April 2, 2025 in Nacogdoches, Texas. She was born on November 23, 1940 in Houston, Texas to Effie Wynonia Vacula and Fred Penny. She is survived by three of her children, Jerry Dale Roth, Wynonia Gaylyn Kinsley and Blake Houston Roth, her brothers Gary Plant and Steve Vacula, and her...
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