Obituaries

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...

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...

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...

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,...

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...

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.

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...

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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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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

Mar 20, 2024

James M. Goins, affectionately known as Jim to his friends and loved ones, passed away on March 20, 2024, in Lufkin, Texas, due to heart failure. Born on December 18, 1945, in Los Angeles, California, Jim's journey through life was marked by dedication, joy, and the love he shared with his family and friends.

Jim...

Mar 14, 2024

Larry Franklin Penn Sr., aged 77, from Nacogdoches, TX, passed away on the evening of March 14, 2024. He was born on August 13, 1946, in Bristow, OK, to Frank and Norma (Mattox) Penn. Larry graduated from Bristow High School in 1964.

In 1967, Larry married Mabel (Adams) Penn from Topeka, KS, whom he referred...

Mar 14, 2024

Ernest Edward "Ed" Tank Jr., 69, of Baytown, Texas, passed away on March 14, 2024 in Baytown after a battle with cancer. Born on November 4, 1954, in Kansas City, Missouri.

He is survived by his daughters Sandy (Jamie) Tank-Hampshire, Angel (Terry) Atchison, and step-daughter Teresa Oglesby, his grandchildren Charles Atchison, Morgan Tank, Dedrick Gover, Raean "Anna"...

Mar 13, 2024

Víctor Ríos Medina, un querido patriarca y un hombre de fe inquebrantable y amistad ilimitada, falleció pacíficamente el 13 de marzo de 2024 en Nacogdoches, Texas, después de una batalla digna contra el cáncer. Nacido en el pintoresco pueblo de Arroyo Seco, Querétaro, la vida de Víctor fue un testimonio de la fuerza y ​​la resistencia del espíritu humano....