Butcher Betty Jean DeBruhl Butcher, 92, of Dayton passed away Wednesday, October 17, 2018.

Betty was born March 22, 1926 in Raywood, Texas to parents, William and Beulah Jowers DeBruhl.

Services for Mrs. Butcher will be 10:00 a.m., Saturday, October 20, 2018 at Pace-Stancil Funeral Home in Dayton. Interment will follow at Linney Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 6:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. on Friday evening at Pace-Stancil. Serving as pallbearers will be Brian Brightwell, Ivan Brightwell, Preston Wendel, Kale Rives, Dylon Smart, and Mike Rives.

Betty was a lifelong resident of Liberty County and had lived in Dayton for over 70 years where she raised her family. A devoted mother and grandmother she always loving supported her family by attending all of their activities through the years. Mrs. Butcher enjoyed sewing, traveling and being a member of the Liberty County Line Dancers. She was a longtime member of the First Baptist Church. Before her retirement she worked at Waldrop Ford in Liberty and Trinity Valley Tractors in Dayton.

Betty was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, Ivan Douglas Butcher, Sr., brother, Bill DeBruhl and sister, Elizabeth Brown. She is survived by her son, Doug Butcher; daughter, Diane Brightwell and Gary; grandchildren, Deann Rives and Mike, Buddie Smart and David, Felicia Worthym and Jim, Brian Brightwell and Wendi, Ivan Brightwell and Jennifer, and Danielle Brightwell-Wendel and Preston; great-grandchildren, Kale and Kennedy Rives, Dylon and MaKinnley Smart, Jaxson and Brazos Brightwell, Drake and Colt Brightwell, Mason, Landon, Olivia and Lillian Wendel; also numerous other relatives and friends.

Henley Patsy Maxine Henley, age 92, of Liberty, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, October 17, 2018 at Magnolia Place Health Care in Liberty.

Pat was born in Romayer, Texas on August 23, 1926, to parents William Douglas Emanuel and Ebbie Sophire Collins.  She had an older sister Myrhl, and a younger sister Ouida. After graduating Hardin High School, Pat went on to become an aspiring model and actress.  She was literally discovered on a street corner while waiting for a trolley, when a man walked up to her saying, “I can put you in the movies”.  She attempted to pursue her dream by moving to Hollywood, California.  She quickly found out that Hollywood was not all that she thought it would be, and returned to her family and deep seeded roots here in Texas.  Later she was quoted as saying, “I would rather live in Liberty, Texas, and be a good solid American Citizen, than all the glamour Hollywood could ever offer”. In 1948, she met, and then married, the late Dempsie Henley, former Liberty City Mayor, later to become Liberty County Judge. As a devoted wife to Dempsie, Pat enjoyed being a mother to her five children, Scott, Holly, and Jerry Lee, and her sisters two children, Jade Turner Morris and Zane Turner.  Even with this large family, she always found time for endless civic and church work. Pat also loved entertaining friends and family; hosting many Thanksgiving and Fourth of July reunions with her husband, at their ranch near Moss Hill.  She truly loved the outdoor life she and Dempsie shared.

Pat leaves to cherish her memory, her son Scott Henley and wife Lainie, daughter Holly Henley, grandchildren Jeff Aycock, wife Mandy, and their daughter Sierra, Chris Aycock and his daughter Madison, Kala Turner  Bauer, her husband Donnie, and their son Wesley, Whit Turner his wife Andrea, and their children Jolie and Viviene, Logan Turner, Kale Morris, his wife Ashleigh, and their children Ashton, Christian, Kase and Kynkade, nephews Kent Cauthorn and his wife Carolyn, their son Kyle, his wife Miranda, their daughter Jayden, and Deen Cauthorn.  Other family members to be recognized; Jerry and Rhonda Warren, their daughter, Jade, and their son Justin, Johnny and Patsy Ann McAfee, and Mark Collins. Pat was a beautiful woman, inside and out.  She will sorely be missed, by all her family and friends that loved her.

Mrs. Henley is preceded in death by her parents, William and Ebbie Emanuel, husband Dempsey Henley, daughters Jade Turner Morris and Jerry Henley Aycock, son Zane Turner, sister Myrhl Turner and her husband John Kale Turner, Jr., and Ouida Cauthorn and her husband Bill Cauthorn.

A funeral service for Pat will be held 2PM Saturday October 20, 2018 at Liberty Church of Christ. Visitation will be held one hour prior to the service with burial to follow in Concord Cemetery. Condolences and memories can be shared online at www.allisonfuneralservice.com. The family would like to extend a special thanks to Magnolia Place for the wonderful care they provided for Pat over the years.

Arrant Homer Neal Arrant, 58, of Saratoga, died Wednesday, October 17, 2018, at his residence surrounded by his loving family.

A service of remembrance will be held on Friday, October 19, 2018, at 2:00 P.M at First Baptist Church of Saratoga with Reverend Frank Aragon and Darrell Brown officiating. Interment will follow at Guedry Cemetery in Batson. There will be a gathering of family and friends on Thursday, October 18, 2018, from 5:00 P.M. until 8:00 at First Baptist Church of Saratoga.

A native of Liberty, Homer had lived in Saratoga, most of his life and had worked in maintenance for Lumberton I.S.D. He is preceded in death by his parents, Jeff Arrant and Doris Russell; brothers, Frank Fry, Harold Fry, Johnny Hazelwood; sisters, Evelyn Fry, Mary Hazelwood Fisher, Lula Pearl Lynch; and father and mother-in-law, J.W. and Mary Francis Brown.

He is survived by his wife of 42 years Linda Arrant of Saratoga, sons, Jeffery Arrant and wife Lorin of Dayton, Ricky Brown and wife Misty of Livingston; brothers, Shooter Hazelwood and Skipper Fry both of Votaw; sisters, Ruby Buffington of Votaw and Ethel Arrant; grandchildren, Cody and Carson Brown, Lacey and Emily Brown, Jaxon Arrant, and baby Arrant who is on the way.

Honoring Homer as pallbearers are Cody Brown, Scooter Kirkland, Melvin Kirkland, Jacob Kirkland, B.J. Sullivan, Ernie Hazelwood, and Eric Noack.

To send flowers or a memorial gift to the family of Homer Neal Arrant please visit our Sympathy Store at faithandfamilyfuneralservices.com

Service of remembrance under the care of Faith & Family Funeral Services Inc. 40847 Hwy 105E. Batson, Texas 77519. 936-336-2222 or 936-262-2100. Earning your trust one family at a time.

Heston Edna R. Heston, 81, of Liberty, Texas went to be with Jesus on Monday, October 15, 2018.

She was born on August 21, 1937 in Independence, Missouri to Earl Williams and Dorothy Guyer Williams.

Edna was a loving and devoted wife. She had an art room in her home where she enjoyed spending hours creating arts and crafts. She loved to cook. Her favorite thing to do was take long car rides to the country side. She could ride for hours enjoying the scenery. Edna loved her children and her grandchildren. She had a strong relationship with God and loved Jesus. Edna will be truly missed by all who knew and loved her.

Edna was preceded in death by her parents; son Clifford Parsons, granddaughter Mandy Allen and sister Dorothy Jean Sholar. She leaves behind to cherish her memory, her loving husband of fifty-two years, Leroy Heston; daughter Yvonne “Vonnie” Olson; grandchildren Michael, Deanna, Dennise, Deja, Jake, Clarrence, and Joey; eight Great-Grandchildren; three Great-Great Grandchildren and numerous other loving relatives.

Services have been entrusted with Allison Funeral Service. A graveside service and committal will be held on Friday, October 19, 2018 at 10am at Cooke Cemetery, 1906 Lakeland Drive, Liberty, Texas 77575.

Condolences and memories can be shared online by visiting www.allisonfuneralservice.com

Bowman Roy Lee Bowman, 82, of Dayton passed away Tuesday, October 16, 2018.

He was born November 29, 1935 in Penelope, Texas to parents, Thomas Leroy Bowman and Viola Hall Bowman.

Visitation for Mr. Bowman will be 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m., Saturday, October 20, 2018 at Pace-Stancil Funeral Home in Dayton.

Roy had lived in Dayton for the past 16 years and was formerly of Indonesia. He was definitely a people person, a part of the Tooley”s gang and will be remembered as the “Mayor of 321”.

Roy was preceded in death by his parents, his wife, Wy Bowman, and daughter, Ethel Marie Bowman. He is survived by children, Dorothy Udernosky and husband C. G., Walter Bowman and wife Cheri, Joanna Terry and husband Lloyd, Terry Lee Bowman, Jeannie Thomas, Terry bowman, and Sela Hall and husband Marcus, numerous grandchildren, great grandchildren, great-grandchildren; brother, Lecil Bowman and wife Pat; sister, Marcella “Mickie” Jones; also numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

Remsing Daryl Kenneth Remsing, 70, died September 13, 2018 at the Hospice of the Valley in Chandler Arizona following a short battle with cancer.

Daryl was born July 13, 1948 in Mercy Hospital in Liberty Texas to William John and Ellen Katherine Sprayberry Remsing. He grew up in Dayton, Texas, attended Dayton Schools and graduated from Dayton High School, finishing 8th in the Class of 1966. He was a guard on the Broncho Football team and played clarinet in the Broncho Band. Daryl attended Texas Tech University in Lubbock, Texas where he received a BS in Education in May 1970. He then joined the US Army and was stationed in Germany until his retirement as a Sp 5. Daryl returned home and began his career at the Social Security Administration, first in Lake Charles Louisiana, where he met and married Laura. They moved to Phoenix Arizona, the area where he spent the rest of his adult life. He retired from SSA after 34 years of service.
Daryl absolutely loved life in the Phoenix area. An avid diver, he joined with a group of friends to form “The Wolfpack”. They travelled to dive many beautiful and exotic locations around the world including Fiji and Curacao, and to make the ultimate dive on the Great Barrier Reef off Australia. Daryl was also an enthusiastic hiker who explored numerous beautiful trails in the mountains and foothills surrounding Phoenix and elsewhere. He also loved reading, listening to good music and NPR.

Daryl was preceded in death by his beloved grandparents and parents, brother William R. Remsing, and cousin Donald Sprayberry. Left to mourn him and to remember his life are his brother Dale Remsing (Minnie) of West Pueblo, Colorado and his sister Judi Remsing of Dayton, Texas, along with the surviving members of “the Wolfpack”, ex-wife and friend Laura Brewer of Phoenix and his many friends and family spread across the country.

His remains will be interred at Houston National Cemetery in Houston though some of his ashes will be returned to the Valley of the Sun.

The family asks that donations in Daryl’s honor be given to the American Cancer Society, Hospice of the Valley in Chandler Arizona, or the Chandler Public Library.

“The sea, once it casts its spell, holds one in its net of wonder forever.” Jacques Cousteau, “Life and Death in a Coral Sea”

Simon Briana Leann Simon age 20 passed away Friday October 12, 2018 at Pearland Medical Center.

Briana was born in Baytown, June 16, 1998 the daughter of Brian Morris Simon and Christina Leann Miller Cox.

Briana enjoyed hunting especially bow hunting, fishing, four wheelers,  listening to music, reading, horses, and was always willing to help someone in need. She loved animals and enjoyed a good debate. She could be all girl but a tom boy was just below the surface. A graduate of Barbers Hill High School Class of 2016, she played softball, volleyball, and was on the debate team.

Briana was preceded in death by her maternal grandparents Lisa and Dewey Miller as well as her paternal grandfather Harvey Numa Simon.

She leaves behind to cherish her memory her father Brian Simon and wife Amanda of Dayton, mother Christina Cox and husband Michael of Old River-Winfree, brothers Christopher Simon, Michael Caleb Cox, Benjamin Simon, and Jacob Cox, and a sister Serenity Simon. In addition she leaves her paternal grandmother Katherine Simon, and her step grandparents David and Jackie Tyson and Hilda Seilhan. She also leaves numerous aunts, uncles, and cousins. She will be sadly missed by all who knew and loved her.

A visitation for Briana will be held Tuesday October 16, 2018 from 5-8PM at Allison Funeral Service, 1101 N. Travis Liberty, Texas. A funeral service will be held 2PM Wednesday October 17, 2018 at the Funeral home with burial to follow in Palms Memorial Park. Condolences and memories can be shared online at www.allisonfuneralservice.com.    

Wilson Gerald Wayne “Skip” Wilson, 65, of Dayton passed away Wednesday, October 10, 2018.

He was born April 1, 1953 in Pasadena, Texas to parents Oscar Richard Wilson, Jr. and Jesse Faye Morse Wilson.

Memorial visitation for Skip will be 10:00 a.m., Monday, October 15, 2018 at Pace-Stancil Funeral Home Chapel.
Skip grew up in Pasadena and graduated from Sam Rayburn High School. He had worked for Danco Machine as a welder fabricator. He enjoyed working on hot rods and being with his family.

Mr. Wilson was preceded in death by his parents, his brother Rusty Wilson and granddaughter, Brittney Wilson. He is survived by daughter, Sandy Faye Perkins and husband Preston; son, Richard Nolan Wilson and wife Tammy; grandchildren, Jamie Williams, Austin Small, Carter Locke, Berlin Wilson, Kaitlynn Perkins, Marcus Perkins, and Mason Perkins; brother, Kirk Lynn Wilson and Sarah Crownover; numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

Furguson Sam L. Furguson, 94, of Saratoga, went to be with his Lord and Savior on Thursday, October 11, 2018, at Bradford at Brookside in Livingston.

Sam was born February 20, 1924, in Madisonville, TX to the late Martin Luther Furguson and Myrtle Johnson Furguson. Mr. Furguson lived in Saratoga most of his life where he attended and was a Deacon at West End Baptist Church. He had retired from Exxon Mobil as a Maintenance Supervisor.

He is preceded in death by his parents, Martin Luther Furguson and Myrtle Johnson Furguson; his loving wife of 69 years, Mildred Furguson; step-mother, Annie Furguson, brothers; Clifton Furguson, Joe Furguson, Jack Furguson, Martin "Pick" Furguson; sisters; Ann Dominy, Vi Johnson, Francis Foy, and Nell Weeks; and infant son, Sammy Furguson.

Those left to cherish his memory are; daughters, Darlene Graham and husband Andy of Kerrville, TX, Vivian McMullen and husband Scott of Tomball, TX, Terri Hinton and husband Chuck of Livingston, TX, and Lisa Vanya and husband Gary of Brookeland, TX; sister, Jeanene Lilley of Humble, TX; grandchildren, John Prater and wife Ursala, Chris McMullen and wife Kathy, Casey Rosenbaum and husband Zac, Cassidy Hopkins and husband Ryan, Adrianne Murphy and husband Gary Don, Ashley Evans and husband Andy, Chad Hinton and wife Jesse, Houston Vanya, and Garison Vanya; great-grandchildren, Graham and Auden Prater, Judah and Ivy Rosenbaum, unborn Baby boy Hopkins, Ethan, Rowdy, and Brianna Stone, Melanie Murphy, Allie and Ace Evans, Charlie, Corinne, and Cate Hinton.

A homegoing celebration will be held on Sunday, October 14, 2018, at 2:00 P.M. at West End Baptist Church of Saratoga with interment to follow at Felps Cemetery in Thicket.

A gathering of Mr. Furguson’s family and many loving friends will be Saturday, October 13, 2018, at West End Baptist Church of Saratoga from 5:00 P.M. until 8:00 P.M.

Honoring Mr. Furguson as pallbearers are John Prater, Chris McMullen, Chad Hinton, Houston Vanya, Garison Vanya, Zac Rosenbaum, Ryan Hopkins, and Andy Evans.

Memorial contributions in memory of Sam L. Furguson may be made to West End Baptist Church, 13189 Cotton Road, Saratoga Texas, 77585.

To send flowers or a memorial gift to the family of Sam L. Furguson please visit our Sympathy Store at http://www.faithandfamilyfuneralservices.com.

Services of remembrance under the care of Faith & Family Funeral Services, Inc. 40847 Hwy 105 E, Batson, TX 77519. (936) 336-2222 or (936) 262-2100.
"Earning your trust one family at a time"

Harris Pearl Goodwin Harris, 99, of Victoria, Formerly of Nederland, died Tuesday, October 9, 2018, at her residence surrounded by her family.

A graveside service will be held on Saturday, October 13, 2018, at 10:30 A.M. at Oak Bluff Memorial Park Cemetery of Port Neches with Reverend Charles Goodwin officiating.

Pearl was born August 1, 1919, in Gause, TX, to C.F. Butler and Nellie Little. She worked in sales for Stanley Home Products for many years and was presented a Cadillac for her skills.

Pearl is preceded in death by her husband John Goodwin, Sr.

Those left behind to cherish her memories are her Two sons, John Goodwin of Rye and Chuck Goodwin of Victoria., Four Grandchildren, Six great grandchildren and Three great great grandchildren.

To send flowers or a memorial gift to the family of Pearl Goodwin Harris please visit our Sympathy Store at faithandfamilyfuneralservices.com

Service of remembrance under the care of Faith & Family Funeral Services Inc. 40847 Hwy 105E. Batson, Texas 77519 936-336-2222 or 936-262-2100. Earning your trust one family at a time.

Williams Leldon Leon Williams Jr., 89, of Liberty, died Tuesday, October 09, 2018 at Magnolia Place Health Care in Liberty.

Leldon Leon Williams was born in Cullman, Alabama on November 20, 1928. It appears he could fix any broken thing, invent a box of parts that could do anything except rebuild the burnt out ashes of his beloved barn full of tools. A year ago his barn full of the entire inventory of Harbor Freight burned to the ground. At that point L. L. made his imminent reservations for heaven. A veteran of World War II and an alumni of Auburn University, he was married to Joan Turner Williams of Gadsden, Alabama for 70 years. He is the father of two boys, Rusty Williams with his wife LeAnn reside in Carthage, Texas and David Williams with his wife Kenua reside in New Berline, Texas. His face always beamed at the thought or sight of his two granddaughters, Laura Williams and Julia Williams Tomlinson. Working as a design engineer in the steel mill industry since 1953 until retirement in Liberty, Texas, L. L. was responsible for steel production innovation used world wide today. A deacon at Heights Baptist Church for 40 years, he and his wife Joan were very active in their church. L.L. was known for his ability to fix anything. He made several mission trips with the Baptist Men to build new homes for those who lost their homes in storms. After a quick repair of one of the wheel bearings, he boarded his chariot to heaven October 9, 2018 at the age of 89.

Visitation for L.L. will be 4:00 p.m. Thursday, October 11, 2018 at Faith and Family Funeral Home in Batson, Texas followed by a funeral service at 5:00 p.m.

Entombment will be 1:00 p.m. Friday, October 12, 2018 at Lakeview Cemetery in Longview, Texas. We, the Williams family, want to express our heartfelt appreciation and thank you to our friends and family who have been so faithful.

To send flowers or a memorial gift to the family of Leldon Leon Williams Jr. please visit our Sympathy Store at faithandfamilyfuneralservices.com

Service of remembrance under the care of Faith & Family Funeral Services Inc. 40847 Hwy 105E. Batson, Texas 77519. 936-336-2222 or 936- 262-2100 Earning your trust one family at a time.

Brown Betty Lou Kee Brown, 79 of Santa Fe passed away Tuesday, October 8, 2018 in Texas City.

She was born September 30, 1939 in Possum Kingdom, Texas to parents, Joseph Kee and Flossie Woods Kee.

Graveside service for Mrs. Brown will be 3:00 p.m., Friday, October 12, 2018 at Magnolia Park Cemetery in Dayton. Arrangements are under the direction of Pace-Stancil Funeral Home in Dayton. Serving as pallbearers are Randy Brown, Donnie Brown, Matthew Brown, Dennis Harkins, C.W. Collier, Ricky Brown and Kameron Brown.

Betty had lived in Dayton for 23 years after moving from Houston. She enjoyed quilting, sewing and most of all being with her family and grandchildren. Betty worked for Wal-Mart for over 23 years.

Mrs. Brown was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, William F. Brown; son, Warren Gable; grandson, Dale Gable and all of her brothers and sisters. She is survived by daughter, Brenda Harkins and husband Dennis of Santa Fe; son, Ricky Brown of Conroe; grandchildren, Ray Dean Gable, Lamar Gable, Randy Brown, Donnie Brown, Tyler Brown and Matthew Brown; numerous great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

Parker Martha Dell Shaver Parker, 74, passed away Sunday, October 7, 2018 at home in Votaw.

She was born August 6, 1944 in Grapeland, Texas to parents, Bennie Malcolm Shaver and Ruth Colkin Shaver.
Graveside service for Mrs. Parker was October 10, 2018 at French Cemetery with Rev. Jeff Day officiating.

Arrangements were under the direction of Pace-Stancil Funeral Home in Dayton.

Martha was a longtime resident of Dayton before moving to Votaw. She retired from Dayton Independent School District where she taught for over 30 years.

Martha was preceded in death by her parents, B.M. and Ruth Shaver; her husband, Doug Parker; her brother, Michael Shaver and her mother and father-in-law, W.R. and Lillian Parker. She is survived by her children, Robert Parker and wife Kathy of Liberty and Paula Parker Cogswell of Votaw; grandchildren, Kaylee, Kamryn and Keaton Parker; sister-in-law, Joann Vasina; brothers-in-law, David Parker and Doak Parker; also numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

Pichardo Genesis Violeta Pichardo, 7 months old, went to be with the angels on October 7, 2018.

She was born on March 7, 2018 to Juan Carlos Saucedo and Gesenia Jazmine Pichardo.

Genesis was a happy and loving baby girl. She loved watching Paw Patrol and playing with her rattles. She was a curious baby, always looking to explore the world around her. She loved to giggle and smile. Genesis loved her big sister and being around her family. Her favorite color was purple.

Genesis was preceded in death by her Great-Grandfather, Jesus Cantu; Great-Aunt Lorena Hernandez; and Cousin Eliseo Ortiz. She leaves behind to cherish her memory her loving parents; older sister Abigail Moreno; Aunts Lucinda Aguilar and husband Jorge, Daisy Pichardo and husband Felix Ortiz, Gabriella Garcia and husband Jemarcus Guillory, Alondra Garcia; Uncles Eduardo Mares, Rodrigo Pichardo and wife Ana Soto, Julian Cantu; and a host of other loving relatives.

Friends are invited to visit with the family on Thursday, October 11, 2018 from 5pm – 8pm in the chapel of Allison Funeral Service, 1101 N. Travis, Liberty, Texas 77575. Rosary will begin at 7pm. Funeral services will be held Friday, October 12, 2018 at 10am at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, 411 Milam Street, Liberty, Texas 77575. Burial and committal will immediately follow at Liberty Catholic Cemetery.

The family requests that you wear purple in honor of Genesis.

Condolences and memories can be shared online by visiting www.allisonfuneralservice.com

Barnett Erma Lee Laster Barnett, 85, of Crosby passed away Monday, October 8, 2018 in Baytown, Texas.

She was born March 13, 1933 in Amity, Arkansas to parents, Edgar Franklin Laster and Bertha Ashley Laster.
Services for Mrs. Barnett will be 10:00 a.m., Friday, October 12, 2018 at Pace-Stancil Funeral Home Chapel with interment to follow at Magnolia Park Cemetery. The family will receive friends 5:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. on Thursday evening at Pace-Stancil

Erma was a longtime resident of Crosby. She had worked for many years in Baytown for Weiner’s and Kmart. She loved her church and enjoyed going to revivals. Erma also enjoyed sewing.

Mrs. Barnett was preceded in death by her parents; husband, James Barnett; and infant son, James Edgar Barnett. She is survived by sons, Ronald Barnett and wife Daisy and Arnold Barnett and wife Cindi; daughters, Linda Sutton and husband Terry, Glenda Howe and husband Jerry and Connie Barnett; eight grandchildren, fourteen great-grandchildren; sisters, Edna Roberts, Nora Sikes, Carolyn White, Joyce Mosley and Gay Laster; numerous nieces, nephews, other family members and friends.

Glazener Michael Ray Glazener age 65 passed away suddenly Saturday October 6, 2018 in Liberty.

Mike was born August 19, 1953 in Pasadena, Texas the son of Wallace Bernard Glazener and Susan Thompson Glazener.

Mike ultimately was about family and God. He enjoyed spending time with his family, running, and golfing. Mike’s career began as a pipefitter for Brown and Root. He joined Lakewood Church and was called to ministry. He moved to Oklahoma and attended Rhema Bible School graduating in 1980. After the graduating he moved to the Liberty area where he took a position as Associate Pastor of Shiloh Church, where he met his wife, Laurie.  They moved to Texarkana, where he pastored Texarkana Christian Center. They moved back to Liberty to become the Associate Youth Pastor for Maranatha Church. They then moved to Louisiana to Pastor Christ Cathedral of Praise. He returned to Liberty in 1998, to Pastor what was renamed Cornerstone Church, where he has pastored for the past twenty years. Mike also was an assistant coach of boys and girls Cross Country for Liberty High School.  Mike was preceded in death by his father Wallace Bernard Glazener.

He leaves behind to cherish his memory his wife of thirty-six years Laurie R. Glazener of Liberty, mother Susan Glazener of Katy, son Paul Glazener and wife Katelyn of Liberty, sisters Patricia Berry of Tomball, Linda Burnett and husband Jessie of Alvin, Jackie Simpson of Katy, and a brother Tommy Glazener of Dallas. In addition he leaves his three grandchildren Addie, Duke, and Giana Glazener. Mike will be sadly missed by all who knew and loved him.

Visitation for Michael will be held October 10, 2018 Wednesday 5-8PM at Cornerstone Church, 1693 Hwy 146 Bypass Liberty, Texas. Funeral services to be held 10AM Thursday October 11, 2018 at Cornerstone Church with burial to follow in Cooke Memorial Cemetery. Condolences and memories can be shared online at www.allisonfuneralservice.com.

Johnson On March 24, 1965 a baby boy was born to Dennie and Leatrice Johnson, Liberty, Texas.

He was named Dennie Ledell Johnson Jr.  At an early age Dennie Jr. accepted Christ and was baptized by Rev. P. J. Walker at St. Miles Missionary Baptist Church, Ames, Texas.

 Dennie Jr. attended Devers Elementary School in Devers, Texas and graduated from Liberty High School in Liberty, Texas. He also joined the Job Corps in Roswell, New Mexico for three years.  Later returning to the Baytown and Houston area he worked for a Moving Van Company until his health failed.

Dennie Jr united with Galilee Baptist Church under the leadership of  Rev.Randy Vaughn and later with Omega Gospel Ministries under the leadership of  Pastor Pat Johnson until death.

On September 26, 2018 Dennie Jr. departed this life in Baytown, Texas.

Dennie Jr. is preceded in death by his brothers: Michael Ledell Johnson and Lyndon Baines Johnson; grandparents: Jack and Lenora Simmons and Charles and Eula Johnson.

He leaves to cherish his memory: one daughter; Alexis Nechelle Johnson of Houston, Texas: parents Dennie and Leatrice Johnson of Ames, Texas; one sister Evelyn D. Jefferson of Baytown, Texas: one brother Aaron Johnson of Rayne, Louisiana: and a host of other relatives and  friends.

Visitation will be at Wells Funeral Services in the Althea P. Gibson Chapel on Friday, October 5, 2018  from 1:00 pm to 5:00 pm.  He will lie-in-state Saturday, October 6, 2018, from 10:00 am to 11:00 am at Mt. Rose Missionary Baptist Church, 808 Washington Ave. Liberty, Tx., Funeral Service starts - 11:00 am.  

L.C. Speights – Pastor.

Interment is Wells Memorial Cemetery – Liberty, Texas.

Wells Funeral Services at 300 Alabama Street, Liberty, Texas has been entrusted with final arrangements.  Memories and online condolences maybe shared at www.wellsfuneralservices.com.

Robbins

Services for Bryan ‘Hootie’ Robbins, 57, will be held at 1 p.m. Friday, Oct. 5, at the Cowboy Church of Erath County with Werth Mayes officiating.

Burial will follow at Johnson Cemetery. Visitation will be held from 6-8 p.m. Thursday at Stephenville Funeral Home.

Bryan was born in Clinton, Tennessee to Larry ‘Pappy’ Robbins and Mary Lou Disney Robbins. He graduated from Dayton High School in 1979. Bryan married Wendy Graves on Dec. 10, 1983 in Liberty. Spending most of his life in Dayton, Bryan and his family moved to Stephenville in 2006, where he thoroughly enjoyed raising show cattle, fishing and team roping. He was proud of his whitetail deer management program he developed on his ranch in Talpa. In 2012, the first of three grandchildren were born and changed his whole world—Holt, Aylee and Kanon were the light of his eye. Aside from his family, he would include in his greatest accomplishments as being involved in the success of his thriving company, Tri Con Works, and producing the Grand and Reserve Champion Steer at the San Antonio Livestock Exposition in 2017. He was a member of several organizations including Texas and Southwestern Cattle Raisers Assn., American Cattle Raisers Assn., the FLW, BASS and AQHA.

Bryan is survived by his wife, Wendy; children, Andi Sims and husband Luke, Kati Robbins and fiancé Tanner Slagle, Kehl Robbins and wife Lauren, and Maddi Robbins, all of Stephenville; grandchildren, Holt and Aylee Sims, and Kanon Robbins; parents, Larry ‘Pappy’ Robbins and wife Brenda of Dayton, TX, and Mary Lou Robbins of Tennessee; sister, Stephanie Robbins of Dayton, TX; several nieces, nephews, cousins and a multitude of family and friends.

Bryan was preceded in death by a brother, David Robbins. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in his honor to: Dayton Young Farmers Chapter P.O. Box 2373 Dayton, Texas 77535 Cowboy Church of Erath County 4945 U.S. Hwy 67 Stephenville, Texas 76401 Online condolences maybe made at www.stephenvillefh.com. 

Riegert Judith “Judy” Lavern Riegert, 66, of Kenefick passed away Tuesday, October 2, 2018 in Liberty, Texas.

She was born July 22, 1952 in Baytown, Texas to parent Ralph and Melba Yates Waldrop.

Service for Judy will be 3:00 p.m., Thursday, October 4, 2018 at Pace-Stancil Funeral Home Chapel in Dayton. The family will receive friends from 1:00 p.m. until service time at 3:00 p.m.

Judy had been a resident of Kenefick for the past 13 years after moving from Baytown. She was a member of the New Life Church in Kenefick and the Kenefick Ladies Civic Club. Judy had worked for over 22 years as a nurse.

She was preceded in death by her parents and her father-in-law, Bill Riegert. Judy is survived by her husband of 30 years, Bobby Riegert; son, Allen Leach and wife Daniell; daughter, Roxane Cates and husband Marvin; mother-in-law, Charmie Riegert; brother, Tommy McIntyre and three other brothers; sister, Sandy Rowell; grandchildren, Chelsey, Calvin, Linda and Jessica Cates, Tori and Haleigh Leach; great-grandchild, Jameson Massey; lifelong friend, Kathy Campbell; numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

Medina Mary Mabel Medina departed this life on Friday, September 21, 2018 in Liberty, Texas.

Born on November 16, 1929, in Leonville, Louisiana, she was the third child of eight children. Her parents were Emile and Adolphine Lemelle.

Mary moved to Texas where extended family resided. Mary met and married Oscar Martin Medina on December 29, 1951. Mary and Oscar were blessed with five children, 4 daughters and one son. They were married for 55 years..
Mary enjoyed cooking, gardening, and visiting with family and friends. She was a member of the Altar Society of Immaculate Conception Catholic Church. She was happiest when surrounded by family and friends.
Mary was preceded in death by her parents, husband Oscar Medina, Sr., son Oscar Medina, Jr., brothers, Antoine, Herman, Joachim and John Lemelle, and sister Lydia Chargois.

Left to cherish her memories are daughters, Joycelyn Rollins (Grover), Doris Tucker (Eddie), Sandra Burrell (Carol), Tami Landry (Anthony), Daughter-in-love, Velva James. Grandchildren, Dr .Grover Cleavon Rollins, Monica Burks (Marlon), Eddie Tucker Jr. (Nicole), Anthony Landry, Jr. (Clara), Dr. Alden Landry (Latrice), Great grandchildren Anika Ross, Acelyn Landry, Anthony Landry III, Axavier Landry, Ashton Landry, Eijon Tucker, Austin Tucker, Sarah Pedroza, Cross Burks, Anamarie Landry, Alden Landry Jr., Ava Landry and Auzenne Landry, sister, Florence Auguillard, brother, Felix Lemelle, and sister-in-law Mildred Lemelle, as well as a host of nieces and nephews.

Mary will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved her.

Mass celebrating the life of Mary Mabel Medina will be Tuesday, 2 October 2018 at 10:00 a.m. at Immaculate Conception Church, 411 Milam Street, Liberty, Texas. Interment: Immaculate Conception Church Cemetery. Arrangements by: Kingwood Funeral Home, 22800 Highway 59 North, Kingwood, TX 77339

Duff Jerry Lynn Duff, 59, of Hardin, passed away Tuesday, September 25, 2018, at the Memorial Hermann Hospital in Houston.

Jerry was born November 16, 1958 in Liberty to parents; W.C. “Peewee” and Billie Montingh Duff, and was a lifelong resident of the Liberty area.  He was a graduate of Hardin High School class of 1977, a retired production manager from AMICO, and had volunteered for the Boy Scouts and Girl Scouts with his children.  Jerry also enjoyed camping, fishing, working in his yard, and was known to tinker. Jerry had a warm and caring personality, he liked to play jokes and never met a stranger. Mr. Duff provided for his family, and was always there to make sure his family was provided for.  Mr. Duff was preceded in death by his father: W.C. “Peewee” Duff, his mother:  Billie Montingh Duff, and sister: Billie Diane Duff.  He is survived by his devoted wife of thirty-five years: April Boden Duff of Hardin, daughter: Brandi Duff Goins and husband Bryan Wayne of Hull-Daisetta, son: Jason Duff and wife Katie Elizabeth of Hardin, brother: Terry Duff of Mississippi, sister: Brenda Brantley of Dayton, grandchildren; Amber Dawn Foster, Gerald Wayne Foster, Jr., Jazmine Faye Foster, Colton Lynn Duff, and Kennedy Grace Duff, numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives and friends.

Memorial Services will be held 1030AM Wednesday October 3, 2018 at Hardin Baptist Church. Condolences and memories can be left online at www.allisonfuneralservice.com

Stevison Connor Wesley Stevison, 7 weeks, of Beaumont, gained his angel wings on Tuesday, September 25, 2018.

Connor was born August 6, 2018, at Baptist Hospital in Beaumont and is the son of Kevin Stevison and Morgan Glover.

Those left to cherish his memory are his parents, Kevin Stevison of Kountze and Morgan Glover of Beaumont; grandparents, Brandon and Shonda Fregia of Kountze, and Stacy Hudson of Woodville; great-grandparents, Frankie and Helen Williams of Silsbe, Donnie and Tracy Fregia of Moss Hill, Brenda Strickland of Beaumont, and Ronnie and Sherry Foxworth of Kountze; uncle, Brandon Fregia of Kountze; aunt, Cheyenne Fregia of Kountze; sisters, Haylee and Harper of Beaumont; and a host of loving friends and family.

A service of remembrance will be held Saturday, September 29, 2018, at Faith & Family Funeral Services, Inc. beginning at 11:00 a.m. with interment to follow at William Hart Cemetery in Kountze.

A gathering of Connor's family and friends will be Friday, September 28, 2018, at Faith & Family Funeral Services, Inc. from 5:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m.

Honoring Connor as pallbearers are Timothy Hudson, Anthony Soileau, Rusty Gore, and William McCurley.

To send flowers or a memorial gift to the family of Connor Wesley Stevison please visit our Sympathy Store at Faith & Family Funeral Services

Service of remembrance under the care of Faith & Family Funeral Services, Inc. 40847 Hwy 105 E, Batson, TX 77519. (936) 336-2222 or (936) 262-2100.
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Stelly Paul Stelly, Jr.“Ninny” age 61 of Ames passed away on Monday, September 24th, 2018 at his home with his loved ones by his side.

Paul was born July 30th, 1957 in Liberty, Tx. to the late Paul Stelly Sr. and Willie Bea DeBlanc-Stelly.

Paul enjoyed his employment with Cameron Iron Works for many years then went on to become a truck driver.  He was a jack of all trades with a specialty in firing up his barbecue pit. This led to him being at home with family and friends enjoying harassing any and everyone that came by.

Left to cherish his memories are his sons Paul Stelly Cole and Phillip Ray Stelly, a daughter Tawana Stelly, a brother Craig Stelly, 3 grandchildren, MalaiStelly, Paul Stelly and Aiden Stelly all of Ames, Tx.  He has a host of family and friends to cherish his memories.

Visitation will be at Wells Funeral Services in the Althea P. Gibson Chapel on Friday, September 28, 2018  from 1:00 pm to 5:00 pm.  He will lie-in-state Saturday, September 29, 2018, from 10:00 am to 11:00 am at St. Miles Baptist Church, 120 Highway 90. Liberty, Tx., Funeral Service  starts - 11:00 am.  

Pastor Dwight Pruitt officiating.

Interment is Wells Memorial Cemetery – Liberty, Texas.

Wells Funeral Services at 300 Alabama Street, Liberty, Texas has been entrusted with final arrangements.  Memories and online condolences maybe shared at www.wellsfuneralservices.com.

Barton Jesse Houston Barton, 79, of Dayton passed away peacefully surrounded by family, Tuesday, September 25, 2018 at home in Dayton.

Jesse was born in Winnsboro, Louisiana to parents Willie Isaac Barton and Elsie Shipley Barton.

Services for Mr. Barton will be 3:00 p.m., Friday, September 28, 2018 at Pace-Stancil Funeral Home Chapel with interment to follow at Magnolia Park Cemetery. Visitation will be 1:00 p.m. until 3:00 p.m., Friday before the service.

Jesse was a longtime resident of Dayton. He proudly served in the United States Air Force from 1956 until 1962 and was a member of the American Legion. He was owner and operator with his wife Evelyn of the Texas Kountry Kitchen and the B & S Club. He had previously worked for the city of Liberty and had been a part of building bridges throughout this area. Jesse took pride in his community, supporting many organizations and activities. He was most definitely a people person and enjoyed visiting with everyone.

He was preceded in death by his parents, his sisters Lovie, Margaret, and Georgia and daughter, Connie Ray Richard. He is survived by his wife Evelyn Pratka Barton of Dayton; sons, Jeffrey Barton and Jayme Barton; step-children, Andrea Walker, Kristy Decker, and J.J. Calhoun; numerous grandchildren, great grandchildren, other relatives and a host of friends.

Rodriguez Amparo Rodriguez, 51, of Huffman passed away Friday September 21, 2018 in Houston, Texas.

Amparo was born June 5, 1967 in Ciudad Fernandez, San Luis Potosi, Mexico, to her parents Pedro Bautista and Alicia Gonzalez.

Services for Amparo will be 10:00 a.m. Wednesday September 26, 2018 at Pace Stancil Funeral Home in Dayton, Texas. Interment will follow at Huffman Cemetery in Huffman, Texas. Pallbearers will be Luiz Rodriguez, Carlos Rodriguez, Gilberto Rodriguez, Alejandro Rodriguez, Braulio Lugo, and Mario Lopez. Honorary pallbearers will be, Pedro Rodriguez, Gabriel De Hoyos, Salvador Rodriguez, Elexus Rodriguez, Maria Rodriguez and Bianca Rodriguez. Visitation will be Tuesday September 25, 2018 from 5:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m., with the Rosary beginning at 7:00 p.m. at Pace Stancil.

Amparo is preceded in death by her mother, Alicia Gonzalez and her uncle, Lupe Gonzalez.

Amparo was a loving, caring wife, mother, sister and aunt. Amparo was very active in her church and loved celebrating the nativity and resurrection of Christ. She enjoyed cooking; especially making tamales and selling them. Amparo loved music. She especially enjoyed time with her family. Her beautiful smile and loving heart will be missed by those who knew and loved her.

She is survived by her husband of 27 years, Salvador Rodriguez; father, Pedro Bautista; son, Pedro Rodriguez; daughter, Maria Rodriguez; sisters, Flora Bautista and Rosa Maria Bautista; brothers, Benito Bautista, Ignacio Bautista, Santiago Bautista, Hector Bautista, Silvero Bautista; numerous nieces and nephews.

 

LaChapelle Herman Louis LaChapelle age 81 of Raywood passed away Sunday September 23, 2018 at his home.

Herman was born March 24, 1937 in Raywood, Texas the son of the late Louis LaChapelle III and Mae Gloria Gradney LaChapelle.

Herman loved to fish, hunt, dance, and work on cars in his early years. He especially loved to be with his family, listen to zydeco, and occasionally head east. He worked in the steel mills at the start of his career and retired from Exxon Mobil as a machinist with twenty-nine years of service. Herman also worked as a rancher and raised chickens and cows. He served in the US Army for four years, and as an active member of Sacred Heart Church. He also was a member of the Knights of Peter Claver and a founding member of the Madame et Miseur Social Club.

Herman was preceded in death by his parents, wife Mary Louise Melancon LaChapelle, brothers Paul LaChapelle, Mayo LaChapelle, and Jesse LaChapelle, as well as a sister Mary Magdalene.

He leaves behind to cherish his memory his son Darryl LaChapelle of Spring, daughters Yvette Pavliska (Donnie) of Raywood, Regina Pavliska (Ronnie) of Liberty, and Michelle LaChapelle of Houston. Herman is also leaving two living brothers, John Robert LaChapelle of Raywood and James (Bill) LaChapelle (Aneva), of Raywood; his five grandchildren Alysia LaChapelle Cunningham, Elizabeth Treadway, Frank Pavliska, Darryl LaChapelle, Jr., and Enjoli LaChapelle, six Great-grandchildren, and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends. He will be sadly missed by all who knew and loved him.

A funeral mass will be held 11AM Saturday September 29th at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Raywood with Fr. Ayo Emmanuel Efodigbue, MSP officiating, he will lie in state from 9AM till 10AM, with a Rosary service to be conducted at 10AM. Interment to immediately follow in Sacred Heart Cemetery. Condolences and memories can be shared online at www.allisonfuneralservice.com

Rodriguez Amparo Rodriguez, 51, of Huffman passed away Friday September 21, 2018 in Houston, Texas. Amparo was born June 5, 1967 in Ciudad Fernandez, San Luis Potosi, Mexico, to her parents Pedro Bautista and Alicia Gonzalez.

Services for Amparo will be 10:00 a.m. Wednesday September 26, 2018 at Pace Stancil Funeral Home in Dayton, Texas. Interment will follow at Huffman Cemetery in Huffman, Texas. Pallbearers will be Luiz Rodriguez, Carlos Rodriguez, Gilberto Rodriguez, Alejandro Rodriguez, Braulio Lugo, and Mario Lopez. Honorary pallbearers will be, Pedro Rodriguez, Gabriel De Hoyos, Salvador Rodriguez, Elexus Rodriguez, Maria Rodriguez and Bianca Rodriguez. Visitation will be Tuesday September 25, 2018 from 5:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m., with the Rosary beginning at 7:00 p.m. at Pace Stancil.

Amparo is preceded in death by her mother, Alicia Gonzalez and her uncle, Lupe Gonzalez.

Amparo was a loving, caring wife, mother, sister and aunt. Amparo was very active in her church and loved celebrating the nativity and resurrection of Christ. She enjoyed cooking; especially making tamales and selling them. Amparo loved music. She especially enjoyed time with her family. Her beautiful smile and loving heart will be missed by those who knew and loved her.

She is survived by her husband of 27 years, Salvador Rodriguez; father, Pedro Bautista; son, Pedro Rodriguez; daughter, Maria Rodriguez; sisters, Flora Bautista and Rosa Maria Bautista; brothers, Benito Bautista, Ignacio Bautista, Santiago Bautista, Hector Bautista, Silvero Bautista; numerous nieces and nephews.

Zilch Agnus “Aggie” Erdean Zilch, 92, of Anahuac, Texas, passed away peacefully in her home on Sunday, September 23, 2018.

She was born on March 14, 1926 in a small town near Russellville, Kentucky to the late James and Daisy Orange and was the tenth of eleven children. In her younger years, Agnus was home-schooled. Later she received her LVN from Lee College in Baytown. Agnus worked for 15 years as an LVN at Bayside Community Hospital in Anahuac.

Agnus was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, sister and friend to many. She enjoyed spending time with her family, reading and quilting. She was very talented and gifted in making many unique and fun quilts for her family and friends.

Agnus was preceded in death by her parents; her ten siblings; and her husband Robert Zilch. She leaves behind to cherish her memory, her sons Jack Dongelewic, Harry Elright, III, Bill Stults, Bob Stults and Dean Stults; her many grandchildren; her several great-grandchildren; and a host of other loving relatives and friends.

Honoring the family by serving as pallbearers will be her grandchildren.

Friends are invited to visit with the family beginning at 10am on Friday, September 28, 2018 in the chapel of Sterling Funeral Home, 1201 S. Main Street in Anahuac. Funeral services to follow the visitation at 11am. A graveside service and committal will immediately follow in Anahuac Cemetery.

Condolences can be shared with the family by visiting www.SterlingFuneralHome.com

West Dorothy Jean West age 86 of Hull, Texas passed away September 22, 2018 in Hull, Texas.

Dorothy was born Tucson, Arizona March 11, 1932 the daughter of the late Charles Lewis Bishop and Maggie Glotha Moser Bishop.

Dorothy loved to spend time with her family and friends. She always was counted on to be there to take care of her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She worked for twenty years as a manager for Les Chapman helping to run his local convenience stores. She graduated from Falfurrias High School and was an active member of the Word Fellowship Church in Hull.

She was preceded in death by her parents as well as her husband Charles R. West, brother David Bishop, and a great grandson Wade Allen Rives.

She leaves behind to cherish her memory her children, Fay West Fregia of Hull, David Lewis West and wife Kathy of College Station, Melvin C. West and wife Denise of Kilgore, and Maggie West of Pierre Part, LA.,  brothers Charles Bishop and wife Davalyn of Bay City, and Jerry Bishop and wife Bev of Excelsior Springs, MO.  In addition she leaves ten grandchildren, twenty-five great grandchildren and a host of other relatives and friends. 

Visitation for Dorothy will be held Wednesday September 26, 2018 from 5-8PM at Allison Funeral Service, 1101 N. Travis Liberty, Texas. Funeral services to be held 2PM Thursday September 27, 2018 at the funeral home with burial to follow in Hardin Chapel Cemetery. Condolences and memories can be shared online at www.allisonfuneralservice.com.

Taylor Charles Donald Taylor Sr. age 84 passed away Friday September 21, 2018 in Houston, Texas.

Charles was born December 11, 1933 in Daisetta, Texas the son of the late Henry Doyle Taylor and Lydia Mae Cochran Taylor.

Charles was always willing to lend a hand, he enjoyed wood working, tinkering, and mowing his grass. He loved to spend time with his family and friends. He retired from Dow Chemical after seventeen years as a Chemical Operator and moved to Hardin in 1996. Prior to his retirement he worked for numerous years as a self-employed flooring contractor in La Place, Louisiana as well as in Liberty. Charles served in the US Army from 1956-1958, and remained friends, and attended reunions with his fellow soldiers he served alongside. Charles volunteered for twenty-years to help run Hardin Senior Center in Hardin and served as Deacon at Heights Baptist Church in Liberty, Texas.  

He was preceded in death by his parents as well as his sisters Laura Mae Tidwell, Dorothy Nell Hillburn, and Davey Lea Odom. In addition, he was preceded in death by his three step-sisters: Mary Alice Newkirk; Juanita Gunter; and Leona Reneau, and a step-brother R.B. Atkinson.

He leaves behind to cherish his memory his beloved wife of sixty years Mary S. Taylor of Hardin, a son Charles Donald Taylor Jr. and his wife Thanh of Katy, Texas, daughter Belinda Reine and husband Barry of La Place, LA., a sister-in-law who was more of a surrogate daughter Elaine Fregia of Danbury, Texas, six grandchildren: Alisha Reine; Ashley Sellars; Katie Reine; Spencer Taylor; Ryan Taylor; and Trevor Taylor. In addition he leaves his six great grandchildren: Mason Silvestri; Kylee Silvestri; Maiah Silvestri; Myles Sellars; Knox Sellars; and Rowan Sellars.

Visitation for Charles will be held Tuesday September 25, 2018 from 5-8PM at Heights Baptist Church, Jefferson Dr. Liberty, Texas. Funeral Services will be held 10AM Wednesday September 26, 2018 at the church with burial to follow in Hardin Chapel Cemetery. Memories can be shared online at www.allisonfuneralservice.com. 

 

Carlisle Frances Lucille Fingleman Carlisle, 85, of Dayton passed away Thursday, September 20, 2018 in Liberty, Texas.

She was born January 9, 1933 in Dayton, Texas to parents August B. Fingleman and Ollie Ann Lloyd Fingleman.

Graveside service for Mrs. Carlisle will be 2:30 p.m., Monday, September 24, 2018 at Magnolia Park Cemetery in Dayton. The family will receive friends 12 noon until 2:00 p.m., Monday, September 24, 2018 at Pace-Stancil Funeral Home. Serving as pallbearers will be Scott Carlisle, Chris Carlisle, Micah Carlisle, Jason Carlisle, Fred Majors, Clinton Majors and Steven Kovalcik.

Frances was a longtime resident of Baytown before returning to live in Dayton. She attended Dayton schools and Lee College. She loved gardening, was a master gardener and a member of the Dayton Garden Club.

She was preceded in death by her parents, four sisters and three brothers. Frances is survived by her husband of 65 years, Herbert “Hub” Carlisle of Dayton; sons, Boyce V. Carlisle and wife Marilyn of Baytown and Aaron L. Carlisle of Dayton; five grandchildren, Aaron Scott, Christopher, Micah and Jason Carlisle and Jennifer Kovalcik; twelve great-grandchildren; numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

Arceneaux Mason James Arceneaux was born on April 6, 1928 in Raywood, Texas to Norris Arceneaux, Sr. and Effie Gradney Arceneaux.

Mason married Rena Fontenot on June 28, 1947 and to their union was blessed with two daughters, Alma Goudeau Hodge and Debbie Goudeau.

Mason was employed with American Rice Growers Inc. in Raywood, Texas for 41 years.  He retired as a supervisor.  Mason served on the Raywood Water Board for many years, was a member of the Knights of Peter Claver #83 whereby he held many offices including Grandnight, member of the claverites, President of the Flamingo Club, Eucharist minister and member of the Sacred Heart Parish Council.

Mason loved to plant his garden and shared his garden and shared that good okra with everyone who wanted fresh okra.  The other love of his life was his cows.  He spent a lot of his time in the pasture taking care of the cows and loved bailing hay and caring for his lawn.  He also loved talking with his nieces and nephews.
Mason was preceded in death by his parents Norris and Effie Arceneaux; three brothers:  Louis Arceneaux, Sr., Andrew Arceneaux, Sr., and Norris Arceneaux, Jr.

He is survived by his wife:  Rena Arceneaux 71 years, daughters Alma Goudeau Hodge, Debbie Goudeau (Malcom), Grandchildren Marvin Goudeau, Jr., Joanne Knepper (Bruce), Malcom Goudeau, Jr. (Kelly), Stacy Eaglin (Gerard).  Seven great grandchildren Ashleigh Goudeau, Gerard Eaglin, Jr., Abbie Knepper, Mason John Goudeau, Adrian Eaglin, Madyson Goudeau, and Lillie Knepper.  Five sisters Geneva Allen, Mildred White, and Julia Beaudoin of Raywood.  Felicite Espree (Gene) of San Antonio, Tessie Gagne of Crosby.  Two brothers Leo Arceneaux (Marie) of Houston and Lonnie Arceneaux of California.  Two sister-in-laws Olivia Arceneaux Love and Lorita Arceneaux.
Mason was an awesome husband, grandfather, great grandfather, friend and to his nieces and nephew whom he loved dearly was known as Uncle Moose.

He will Lie-in-State Saturday, September 22, 2018 at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, 3730 FM 160 North; Raywood, Texas, from 8:00am to 11:00am; Rosary will began 10:00am, followed by Funeral Mass at 11:00am.
Fr. Ayo Emmanuel Efodigbue, MSP officiating.

Interment is Sacred Heart Catholic Cemetery - Raywood, Texas.

Wells Funeral Services at 300 Alabama Street, Liberty, Texas has been entrusted with final arrangements.  Memories and online condolences maybe shared at www.wellsfuneralservices.com.

Stodghill Jearldine "Jeri" McDougal Stodghill, 82, of Adkins peacefully passed away September 17, 2018 in San Antonio.

0She was born October 18, 1935 in Ashdown, Arkansas to parents Foy McDougal and Hazel Beck McDougal.

Service for Mrs. Stodghill will be 11:00 a.m., Saturday, September 22, 2018 at Pace-Stancil Funeral Home Chapel in Dayton, Texas. Interment will follow at Magnolia Park Cemetery in Dayton. The family will receive friends 10:00 a.m. until service time on Saturday morning.

Jearldine grew up in Ashdown, Arkansas. She attended the local schools where she enjoyed sports, played basketball, and attended college. Jeri was a longtime resident of Channelview where she raised her children and later moved to Love Lady where she started her own business with her husband Richard before moving to Adkins. She loved to crochet, volunteer at her granddaughter’s school and spending time with her grandchildren. She always put her children and grandchildren before anything else.

Jeri was preceded in death by her parents, her daughter, Vicki Joy and the father of her children, Buell Lankford. She is survived by her husband, Richard Stodghill of Adkins; her children, Diana Smith and husband Terry, Michael Lankford, and Jerri Ann Willis and husband Glenn; brother, Harold McDougal; ten grandchildren, twenty-three great-grandchildren; numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

For those who desire the family has requested memorials be made to St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital,

Mata Jose Guadalupe Aguilar Mata, 35, of Mexico died September 16, 2018 in Mexico.

He was born February 27, 1983 to parents Jesus Aguilar Rodriguez and Maria Guadalupe Mata.

Service for Jose will be 10:00 a.m., Friday, September 21, 2018 at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Liberty, Texas. Burial will follow at Liberty Catholic Cemetery in Liberty. Visitation will be 5:00 to 8:00 p.m. Thursday, September 20, 2018 at Pace-Stancil Funeral Home in Dayton. A Rosary will be at 7:00 p.m. on Thursday evening at the funeral home.

Jose was preceded in death by his grandparents, Ignacia Mata Castro and Apolinar Aguilar. He is survived by his wife, Susana Aguilar; parents, Jesus Aguilar Rodriguez and Maria Guadalupe Mata; grandparents, Felipa Aguilar Rodriguez and Antico Mata; children, Evelyn Aguilar, Damian Aguilar, and Noe Aguilar; brothers and sisters, Jesus Aguilar Mata and wife Heidi, Gricelda Aguilar Mata and Hush Guillermo; Jose Aguilar Mata and wife Sandra; Edgar Aguilar and wife Diana; Omar Aguilar Mata; also many nieces and nephews.

Leonard Ronald Newburn Leonard age 80 of Liberty, passed away Monday September 17, 2018 in Houston.

Ronald was born in Lloyd Minister, Saskatchewan, Canada June 28, 1938 the son of the late Roy Leonard and Winnie Marling Leonard. Ronald loved to spend time at the beach, lobster dive, listening to music, and spending time with his loving family. In his earlier years he enjoyed playing hockey, racing his dirt bike, where he was Canadian Junior Champion, and all types of fast cars. He was the former owner and operator of Fisher Auto parts in Liberty for numerous years. He also was a member of the Liberty Elks Lodge.

He was preceded in death by his parents as well as his step-sons Billy Wertz Jr. and Joey Wertz, and his three sisters Betty Anne Garrett, Patricia Ardell Key, and Alice Cox.

He leaves behind to cherish his memory his wife of nearly twenty –four years Linda R. Leonard, daughters Betty Anne Reeves and her husband John, Kimberly White and her husband Russell, step-daughters Christian Loftin and her husband Carlton, and Jennifer Tubbs and her husband Billy. In addition he leaves a brother Harold Leonard and his wife Marilyn, four grandchildren: Matt Tyler; Corey Tyler; Rebecca Rustin; Gage White; four step-grandchildren Kayla Mills; Spencer Wertz; Tyler Wertz; Austin Tucker; two great-grandchildren, and four step-great-grandchildren. In addition he leaves a host of nieces, nephews and dear friends. He will be sadly missed by all who knew and loved him.

Funeral services for Ronald will be held 11AM Friday September 21, 2018 at Allison Funeral Service, 1101 N. Travis Liberty, Texas. Burial to be held in Cooke Memorial Cemetery immediately to follow the service. Condolences and memories can be left online at www.allisonfuneralservice.com.

“I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith.”

Alston Doris Damek Alston, 89, of Dayton passed away peacefully on September 15, 2018 in Victoria, Texas.

She was born April 26, 1929 in Dayton, Texas to parents, John Damek, Sr. and Mary Graeff Damek.

Service for Mrs. Alston will be 10:00 a.m., Thursday, September 20, 2018 at Pace-Stancil Funeral Home in Dayton, Texas. The family will receive friends 5:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m., Wednesday evening at the funeral home. Interment will follow at Magnolia Park Cemetery.

Doris attended Dayton public schools and while laboring in a hayfield was offered a job by J.H. Rose. She worked thirty plus years for Rose Truck line as a payroll accountant until they closed and later for Adams Carrier. She was raised on a working farm in the Eastgate community and she always embraced that life. She was most happy when tending cattle with her husband. She loved all the animals and helped train many Catahoula working dogs and had all types of feathered flocks. Doris was well known for her strength of character, reliability, trustworthiness, and integrity. These traits were reflected in all aspects of her life, from her daily work to her commitment to husband, family and friends.

Mrs. Alston was preceded in death by her parents, John Damek, Sr. and Mary Graeff Damek; her husband of 63 years, James Elmo Alston; her sister, Margie Damek Tucker; brothers, Charlie, Robert, Johnny, and James “Buster” Damek.

She leaves behind to cherish her memory her sister, Ollie Davis; brothers, Oliver “Sonny” Damek, Herman Damek and Paul “Shorty” Damek all of Dayton; also numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives and a host of friends.

Marshall Ruth Marshall, 93, of Liberty, passed from this life to be with her Lord and Savior on Sunday, September 16, 2018, at Magnolia Place Health Care in Liberty, with her loving family by her side.

A service of remembrance will be held on Wednesday September 19, 2018 at 10:00 A.M. at Faith & Family Chapel with Reverend Tony Hines officiating. Interment will follow at Guedry Cemetery in Batson. Serving as pallbearers are Hollis Marshall, Dylan Marshall, Chad Koonce, Brian Johnson, Charles Gilliland, and Brad Alford.

There will be a gathering of family and friends on Tuesday September 18, 2018 from 5:00 P.M. until 8:00 P.M. at Faith & Family Funeral Services Inc.

Ruth was born February 15, 1925 in San Augustine, TX, to Callie A. Williams and Ora Alzima Simmons Williams. She had lived in Liberty since 1975 and was a homemaker and seamstress. She was a member of First Baptist Church of Devers. She was preceded in death by her husband Hollis Marshall. Brother, Walter Williams and sisters, Hattie Robinson, Mary Williams, Leona Smith, Ethel Mae Karnes, and Lucille Simmons.

She is survived by her sons, Wayne Marshall of Liberty, Paul Marshall and wife Dahlia of Mont Belvieu. Daughters, Diane Koonce and husband Michael of Hardin; Becky Lynn Johnson and husband Craig of Liberty, and numerous nieces, nephews, and a host of loving family and friends. Grandchildren: 7 and great - grandchildren: 9.

To send flowers or a memorial gift to the family of Ruth Marshall please visit our Sympathy Store at faithandfamilyfuneralservices.com

Service of remembrance under the care of Faith & Family Funeral Services Inc. 40847 Hwy 105E. Batson, Texas 77519. 936-336-2222 or 936-262-2100. Earning your trust one family at a time.

Scofelia Michael Joseph Scofelia, 66, of Hull, went to be with his Lord and Savior on Friday, September 14, 2018, at Baptist Hospital of Southeast Texas.

He was born July 25, 1952, in Liberty, TX to Joseph and Patsy Miller Scofelia and worked for Preferred Technology as a Pipefitter. In his spare time, he loved to hunt, fish, and loved cars.

He is preceded in death by his parents; and uncle, Carroll Scofelia.

Those left to cherish his memory is his loving wife of 43 years, Mary Scofelia of Hull; son, Micah Dominic Scofelia and wife Veronica of Corpus Christi, TX; sisters, Micki K Loar and husband Chris of Vidor, and Jennifer Myers and husband Steven of Galveston; grandchildren, Ali and Dominic, and a host of loving friends and family.

A service of remembrance will be Tuesday, September 18, 2018, at 2:00 p.m. at Faith & Family Funeral Services, Inc. with Pastor Terry Wright officiating. Interment will follow at Guedry Cemetery in Batson.

A gathering of Michael's family and friends will be Monday, September 17, 2018, at Faith & Family Funeral Services, Inc. from 6:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m.

Honoring Michael as pallbearers are Steven Loar, Glen Wright, Nelson Taylor, Chris Condrey, Chris Loar, and Kyle Payne.

To send flowers or a memorial gift to the family of Michael Joseph Scofelia please visit our Sympathy Store at faithandfamilyfuneralservices.com

Service of remembrance under the care of Faith & Family Funeral Services Inc. 40847 Hwy 105E. Batson, Texas 77519 936-336-2222 or 936-262-2100. Earning your trust one family at a time.

Sparks Annie Auteen Dixon Sparks, 90, of Dayton peacefully passed away September 13, 2018.

She was born August 1, 1928 in Waldo, Arkansas to parents Walter Dixon and Carrie Milwee Dixon.

Services for Mrs. Sparks will be 2:00 p.m., Monday September 17, 2018 at Pace-Stancil Funeral Home in Dayton, Texas. The family will receive friends from 12 noon until service time at 2:00 p.m. at the funeral home. Interment will follow at Magnolia Park Cemetery. Serving as pallbearers will be Roy Payton, Keith Burmaster, John Butcher, Christopher Robertson, George Butcher and Michael Torzewski.

Mrs. Sparks was a longtime resident of Dayton and had previously lived in Arkansas and Houston. She enjoyed fishing, playing bingo and cards. Most of all she loved being with her family and friends.

She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Vernice Sparks; sons, Hervy and Baby Sparks; daughter, Judy Sparks; sons-in-law, Curt Fletcher and Henry Butcher. She is survived by her children, Jane James and husband Bill, Redia Butcher, Brenda Burmaster and husband Kyle, Cathy Fletcher, Rick Sparks and wife Kay; thirteen grandchildren; sixteen great-grandchildren; two great great-grandchildren; sisters, Sue Rabar and husband Dennis, Betty Hood and husband Ron; numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

Murphy Jeri Lynn Murphy, 59, of Saratoga died on Wednesday, September 12, 2018, in Livingston, TX.

She was born June 28, 1959, in Thibedeaux, LA, to Marie Coleman Henry and the late Justin Henry Sr. A longtime resident of the Saratoga - Batson area, Jeri resided in Livingston the last two years.

For many years, Jeri worked in the Deli for Brookshire Brothers. She loved her family and friends and was most proud of her grandchildren and adored them, her dogs were loved by her as well.

Jeri is preceded in death by her husband, Jimmie Darrell Murphy; father, Justin Henry Sr.; brothers, Ronald Wayne Henry and Justin Henry Jr.

Those left to cherish her memory are sons, D.J. Hall and wife Barbara of Fred; Dustin Hall and wife Tiffany of Livingston; step-sons, Robert Murphy and wife Shawndra of Batson; John Murphy and wife Amanda of Strasburg, VA; brothers, Carl Dewayne Henry of Sour Lake, James Paul Henry of Beaumont; grandchildren, Cheyenne Hall, Allison Lytle, Daren Hall, Audrey Hall, Michael Murphy, Brady Murphy, Abigail Murphy, Tobbie Murphy, Jillian Murphy, Clara Murphy, and a host of loving family and friends.

A service of remembrance will be held on Saturday, September 15, 2018, at 10:00 a.m. at Faith and Family Funeral Services, Inc. with Brothers Brad Forrest and Reverend D.J. Hall officiating. Interment will follow at Felps Cemetery in Thicket. A gathering of Jeri's family and friends will be Friday, September 14, 2018, from 6:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. at Faith and Family Funeral Services, Inc.

Honoring Jeri as pallbearers are: Carl J. Henry, Ray Fowler, Charlie Murphy, Travis Griffin, Zac Henry, and Rusty Hendrix. Honorary pallbearers will be Dewayne Collier and Tommy Griffin.

To send flowers or a memorial gift to the family of Jeri Lynn Murphy please visit our Sympathy Store at www.faithandfamilyfuneralservices.com.

Service of remembrance under the care of Faith & Family Funeral Services, Inc. 40847 Hwy 105 E, Batson, TX 77519. (936) 336-2222 or (936) 262-2100
"Earning your trust one family at a time"

Nicholls Margaret Inez Beaver Nicholls age 91 passed away Tuesday September 11, 2018 in Beaumont, Texas.

Margaret was born January 27, 1927 in Iowa Park, Texas the daughter of the late Joseph F. Beaver and Beulah Beaver. Margaret enjoyed cooking, sewing, and crocheting. She was an active member of the Liberty Church of Christ where she also taught Sunday school. Margaret and her close friend Willo Dean were known for walking together almost every day for many years. A homemaker, she was a graduate of Iowa Park High School, and volunteered for Kersting Memorial Hospital.

She was preceded in death by her parents as well as her husband Ed Nicholls, her brothers Homer, Norman, Raymond, Frances, Robert, and Reginald Beaver, and her three sisters Peggy Rodolph, Betty Hall, and Mildred Lindhout.

She leaves behind to cherish her memory her daughter Beverly Antilley and her husband David, son Michael Nicholls and his wife Lisa, her four grandchildren Jason Antilley and wife Christy, Jeremy Antilley, Kristy Bircher and husband Dr. Chad Bircher, and Matthew Nicholls and wife Heather. In addition she leaves her great grandchildren Allyson Antilley, Hunter Bircher, Blake Antilley, Brentyn Bircher, and Lizzy Bircher. She will be sadly missed by all who knew and loved her.

A gathering of family and friends will be held 11AM Saturday September 15, 2018 at the Liberty Church of Christ to celebrate Margaret's life. Condolences and memories can be left online at www.allisonfuneralservice.com.

Frazier Buddy F. Frazier Sr. went home to be with the Lord on Monday, September 10, 2018.

Buddy was born to Roy and Bessie Frazier on May 7, 1939 in Robstown, Texas.  He served the United States Army from 1956 to 1958.  After the Army he met and married his wife Lynn.  They had many adventures together including 3 daughters and a son.  He liked to visit with friends and family.  He was a jokester and always had something funny to say.  Buddy loved the lord and enjoyed going to church at South Liberty United Methodist Church. 

Buddy was preceded in death by his parents and two brothers, Derry and Ralph Frazier. He is survived by his wife Lynn, brothers Ray Frazier and wife Elsie, Robin Frazier and wife Linda.  Daughters Christy Vanya and husband John, Kimberly Jackson and husband Richard, Tracy Horbach and husband Richard, son, Buddy Frazier Jr. Grandchildren, Jennifer Colburn and husband Tommy, Amanda Patton and husband Josh, Heather Jackson, Tiffany Pennington and husband Jesse, Andrew Ramirez and wife Alexandra, Matthew Ramirez and wife Kendahl, Madisyn Frazier, Cameron Jackson, Kylie Frazier, Zoe Frazier and Tatum Frazier.  Great grandchildren: Samantha Jackson, Jake Jones, Abbygail Colburn, Zane Jones, Thomas Colburn, Jaycee Dorsey, Luke Patton, Charlotte Ramirez, Jude Ramirez, Lizzy Colburn and Eli Ramirez.  He is also survived by a host of extended family and friends. 

A private memorial service of remembrance will be held at a later date. Allison Funeral Service, 1101 N. Travis Liberty, Texas has been entrusted with cremation arrangements. Condolences and memories can be shared online at www.allisonfuneralservice.com.

Pruitt Barbara Lee Walker Pruitt, 76, of Dayton passed away Wednesday, September 12, 2018 in Liberty. She was born September 14, 1941 in Cleveland to parents Alf Walker and Opal Williams Walker.

Service for Barbara will be 1:00 p.m., Friday, September 14, 2018 at the First Baptist Church in Dayton with Rev. Randy Piatt officiating. The family will receive friends 12:00 to 1:00 p.m. Friday at the First Baptist Church. Interment will follow at Palms Memorial Park Cemetery.

Barbara was a lifelong resident of Dayton. She had been a member of the First Baptist Church for over 50 years where she taught Sunday school. She had worked at Dayton State Bank, Pruitt’s House of Beauty, and Bea’s Boutique. She was a member of the Dayton Young Homemakers and volunteered at Heritage Villa. Barbara was a wonderful wife, mother and a very doting grandmother. She was an excellent cook and enjoyed preparing special meals for her family.

Barbara was preceded in death by her parents, her husband of 50 years, Glenn Pruitt; son, Michael Pruitt; brothers-in-law, Chuck Conner and Elmer Pruitt; sister-in-law, Neta Walker. She is survived by her daughter, Suzanne Hicks and husband William of Dayton; grandchildren, Samantha Kimball, Jennifer Sanchez and husband Louis, Casey Hicks, and Caylin Hicks; great-grandchild, Georgia Sanchez; brothers, Winifred Walker and wife Jeanette of Dayton, Jimmy Walker of Dayton, and Tommy and wife Rose of Mont Belvieu; sisters. Marie Conner of Dayton and Wilene Walker of Dayton; also numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

Otto Calvin James “Jim” Otto, 68, of Dayton passed away September 10, 2018. He was born August 26, 1950 in Dayton, Texas to parents John Clifford Otto, Sr. and Susan Forest Otto.

Service for Jim will be 2:30 p.m., Sunday, September 16, 2018 at the First United Methodist Church. The family will receive friends 1:30 p.m. until service time in the Fellowship Hall at the church. Interment will follow at Magnolia Park Cemetery. Serving as pallbearers are Larry Harris, Alan Conner, Mike George, Ken George, Robert Seaberg, and Thomas Smith.

Jimmy was a lifelong resident of Dayton. He was a graduate of the Dayton High School class of 1968 and attended Texas A&M. Jim was a member of the First United Methodist Church for over 50 years. He retired from Peoples Building Supply where he worked for many years.

He was preceded in death by his father, J. C. Otto and his step-father, Robert Fendley. He leaves behind his mother, Sue Otto Fendley of Bryan; his siblings, John Otto and wife Nancy of Bryan, Susan Harris and husband Wayne of Bryan, Glenn Otto of Spring, Danita Stovall and husband Bryan of Colleyville; numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

Herrick Mallie Jo “Honey” Herrick, 71, of Dayton passed away Monday, September 10, 2018. She was born February 14, 1947 in Freer, Texas to parents Lyle Weathersby and Zula Sharp Weathersby.

Graveside service for Mrs. Herrick will be 3:00 p.m., Saturday, September 16, 2018 at the Dilley Cemetery in Dilley, Texas. The family will receive friends 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Friday at Pace-Stancil Funeral Home in Dayton.

Mrs. Herrick had lived in Dayton for the past 25 years after moving from Huntsville. She was owner of Business Service Alternative. Honey enjoyed reading, playing solitaire and slot machines. She loved her family and raising her children. She was a very caring, loving person, and animal lover.

Mrs. Herrick was preceded in death by parents, and husband, Floyd Herrick. She is survived by daughters, Myrna King and Regina LeBoeuf and husband Ray; grandchildren, Lyle Sweeney, Amanda Moore and husband Robert, and Lillian LeBoeuf; great-grandchildren, Tristen Moore, Lilly Sweeney, and Lane Moore; brothers, Theron Weathersby and wife Linda and Charles Weathersby and wife Rita; sister, Billie Rae Heiser; also numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

For those who desire memorials may be made to St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital.

Mosley Caringtin Elaina Mosley, 18, of Batson, gained her angel wings, Sunday, September 9, 2018.

Caringtin was born October 20, 1999, in Beaumont to Leona Doucette Lindsey and Jonathan Corey Mosley.

Caringtin was a 2018 graduate of West Hardin High School where she was a cheerleader, avid volleyball player, a member of the track team, and also competed at state in one-act play. She enjoyed spending time with her friends and family and always brightened their day with her special little notes. As we all know, Caringtin loved food especially her Ramon Noodles.
Her fashion was always on point never leaving the house without her Kendra Scott, James Avery, and sometimes even her momma clothes. If you knew Caringtin you knew her love for dancing even if she was dancing to her own beat. Her smile was contagious, her love was big, and lived every day to the fullest, the Caringtin way.

She is preceded in death by her grandfather, Larry Mosley; great-grandparents, Brookie and Frances Jenkins; and uncle Buckshot Doucette.

Those left to cherish her memory are her parents, Leona and Mark Lindsey of Sour Lake; father, Corey Mosley of Batson; brother, Lance Mosley of Batson, and Coleman Lindsey of Sour Lake; sisters, Aniston Mosley of Batson, Ailey Lindsey of Sour Lake, and A'lise Mosley of Batson; grandparents, Carolyn Mosley of Batson, Rhonda and Roy Brown of Thicket, Connie and Bob Lindsey of Thicket, and Dennis Doucette of Saratoga; great-grandmother, Janis Holmes of Batson; aunt, Ramona and husband Justin Payne of Lumberton; uncle, Brent Mosley of Batson, and 'Lil Roy Brown Jr. of Saratoga; great-uncle, Randy Mosley of Batson; cousins, Madison Mosley, McKenzie Mosley, Trystin Payne, Cody Brown, Brett Payne, Kensie Doucette, Alyssa Helms, and numerous loving extended family and friends.

A service of remembrance will be held on Thursday, September 13, 2018, at 2:00 P.M. at First Baptist Church of Batson with Reverend Tolbert Hudspeth and Reverend Frank Aragon officiating. Interment will follow at Guedry Cemetery in Batson.

A gathering of Caringtin's family and friends will be Wednesday, September 12, 2018, from 5:00 P.M. until 8:00 P.M. at First Baptist Church of Batson.

Honoring Caringtin as pallbearers are Zane Bradley, Jay Hughes, Landon Ashwell, Zevin Loftin, Casey Jeansonne, and Bret May. Honorary pallbearer will be Chance Loftin.

To send flowers or a memorial gift to the family of Caringtin Elaina Mosley please visit our Sympathy Store at faithandfamilyfuneralservices.com

Service of remembrance under the care of Faith & Family Funeral Services Inc. 40847 Hwy 105E. Batson, Texas 77519. 936-336-2222 or 936-262-2100. Earning your trust one family at a time.

Sikora Willie Joseph Sikora  age 79 passed away Saturday September 8, 2018 in Devers, Texas.

Willie was born in Crosby, Texas November 25, 1938 the son of the late Charles Sikora and Mary Brumek Sikora.
Willie enjoyed gardening, fishing, as well as hunting and golfing in his early years. He enjoyed gardening so much he has worn out garden hoes. He was known for his honesty and being direct. A creative and intelligent man, he was always tinkering with something. He retired after thirty-nine years from Goodyear as a Lab Technician. He was a member of the Immaculate Conception Church and was a member of the Knights of Columbus.

He was preceded in death by his parents as well as his wife Joann Ralmuto Sikora, sister Vi Lord, and his brothers Charles Sikora and Rudy Sikora.

He leaves behind to cherish his memory his son Michael Sikora of Devers and significant other Danna Shipman, James Sikora and wife Catherine of Orange, Patricia Smith and husband Kent of Magnolia, brother Daniel Sikora and wife Lynell of Livingston, and a sister Drucilla Goerig of Livingston. In addition he leaves his four grandchildren Amelia Sikora, Andrea Sikora, Nikole Smith, and Sean Smith, two great grandchildren Gauge and Dawson, as well as numerous nieces, nephews, and extended family.

Visitation for Willie will be held Thursday September 13, 2018 from 5-8PM with a Rosary service to be held at 7:30PM at Allison Funeral Service, 1101 N. Travis Liberty Texas. Funeral mass to be celebrated 10AM Friday September 14, 2018 at Immaculate Conception Church in Liberty with burial to immediately follow in Abshire Cemetery.

Condolences and memories can be shared online at www.allisonfunerlservice.com.

Oliver D. Stan Oliver, 65 of Harleton, TX, went to be with the Lord on September 8, 2018 at his daughter’s home in Conroe, TX.

Stan was born February 9, 1953 in Anchorage, Alaska and was the son of Delbert Gentry Oliver and Wedena O’Neal Oliver.

Stan joined the U.S. Army in 1977, as he was proud to serve his Country, and that pride to serve continued after his departure from the Military as a Police Officer in Liberty, TX and then as a Deputy Constable for Harris County Pct. 3 in 1990, where he retired as Captain in February 2015.

Stan was known by most as “Stan the Man” and was also well known for helping any person no matter what without any hesitation. He loved his family and friends and was a person that we all honored, loved and looked up to. Stan will be dearly missed by all.

Stan is preceded in death by his father, Delbert “Dale” G. Oliver and son, Delbert Stanley Oliver, Jr., brothers Weldon “Don” Oliver, Raymond “Ray” Oliver and
Richard “Ricky” Oliver Stokes, nephew Jody Wayne Cox and niece Dana Lee Cox.

Stan is survived by his mother, Wedena O’Neal Oliver, son William Stanley Oliver, daughters Brandi Leigh Felder, Stefani Louise Jimenez (Vincent Jimenez), brothers Bruce Dale Oliver, Marty Dale Oliver, sisters Linda Diane Warner (Alton Warner), Belinda Lee Oliver, Angela Marie Soliz, Joy Lee Mizell (Steve Mizell), Gwendolyn Monette Haver, grandchildren, Tyler Legg, Crysta Long (Jacob Long), Aaron Jimenez, Jessica Kirchner, Ricky Kirchner, Amber Jimenez, Abigayle Felder, Christian Felder and great grandchild, Collin Long.

Funeral services are Saturday, September 15, 2018 and will be held at Pace-Stancil Funeral Home located at 1304 N Cleveland St., Dayton, Texas 77535. The family will receive friends starting at 2:30pm with the services beginning at 3:00pm.

Burial will follow at Magnolia Park Cemetery in Dayton, Texas.

McCreight Jewel Dean McCreight, 66, of Saratoga died Sunday, September 9, 2018, in Cove, Texas, with her loving husband and family by her side.

Williams Melanie Diane Williams, 39, of Liberty, died Saturday, September 8, 2018, at her residence.

She was born July 19, 1979, in Conroe, TX, to the late Karen Houk and lived in the Liberty area most of her life.

Melanie was a career driven woman and was most proud of her assistant manager career with Wal-Mart. In her spare time Melanie enjoyed reading books and spending time with family and friends.

Melanie is preceded in death by her mother, Karen Houk; grandmother, Rosalie Hayes; brother, Michael David Fields; and aunt, Penny Ervin.

Those left to cherish her memory are sisters, Melissa Fields of Baytown and Miranda Morgan and husband Stephen of Dayton; sister-in-law, Betty Jo Morgan and husband John Klaus of Houston; nieces, Quanisha Fields and Stephenie Morgan; nephews, Isaiah Stevenson, Stephen Morgan Jr., Shane Morgan, and a host of other loving relatives and friends.

A service of remembrance will be held on Friday, September 14, 2018, at 11:00 a.m. at Faith & Family Funeral Services, Inc. with Reverend Woody Sonnier officiating. Interment will follow at Fairlawn Cemetery in Liberty. A gathering of Melanie's family and friends will be Thursday, September 13, 2018, from 6:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. also at Faith & Family Funeral Services, Inc

Honoring Melanie as pallbearers are: Isaiah Stevenson, Stephen Morgan Jr., Shane Morgan, Danny Ramis, Casey Sawyer, James Wormington, and Robleh Goud.

To send flowers or a memorial gift to the family of Melanie Diane Williams please visit our Sympathy Store at faithandfamilyfuneralservices.com

Service of remembrance under the care of Faith & Family Funeral Services Inc. 40847 Hwy 105E. Batson, Texas 77519. 936-336-2222 or 936-262-2100. Earning your trust one family at a time.

Rives James Byron “Blackie” Rives age 87 of Hardin passed away at his home September 8, 2018 with his beloved family by his side.

Blackie was born in Hardin, Texas September 6, 1931 the son of the late Wallace Oliver Rives and Ella Pet Cessna Rives. A hard worker, he enjoyed mowing, gardening, working on small engines, and was known for his stainless steel spurs he would make. He worked for seventeen years for Exxon Mobil as a Supervisor in the Sub Store Station, prior to Exxon he worked for twenty-one years for Ashland Oil. He was a Korean War Veteran who served in the US Army attaining the rank of Sergeant and was assigned to the 323rd Engineer L. E. Co. from 1954-1956. He wed his wife, Barbara “Bobbie” Nell Dunman at the Hardin United Methodist Church May 11, 1951, spending sixty-seven years together. Blackie was very active for over twenty years in the daily operations of Hardin Senior Center, his dedication to the center earned him acknowledgement as Hardin Citizen of the Year. In addition he was an active member of the Hardin Methodist Church, VFW Post #5621, and the American Legion.

He was preceded in death by his parents as well as his brothers Allen Rives and Bennie Rives, sisters Florence Rives Kaufman, Ruby Lee Rives Price, and Janelle Rives Hunt.

He leaves behind to cherish his memory his beloved wife Barbara “Bobbie” Nell Rives of Hardin, his daughters Kathy Rives Hooper of Belmont, North Carolina, Kay Rives of Hardin, sister Annie Jo Davis of Liberty, and his three grandchildren Chase W. Wilson, Jake James Hooper, and Zachary Hilton Hooper. He will be sadly missed by all who knew and loved him.

Visitation for Blackie will be held Friday September 14, 2018 from 5-8PM at the Hardin United Methodist Church 1005 FM 834 West Hardin, Texas. Funeral services to be held 2PM Saturday September 15, 2018 at the Church with burial to follow in Hardin Chapel Cemetery. Condolences and memories can be shared online at www.allisonfuneralservice.com

Caballero Bernadine Caballero, 80, of Liberty, passed away September 7, 2018, in Liberty. She was born April 3, 1938 to the late Manuel and Gertrude Caballero.

Services for Mrs. Caballero will be 10:00 a.m., Wednesday, September 12, 2018 at the Pace-Stancil Funeral Home in Dayton. Burial will follow at Palms Memorial Cemetery in Dayton. The family will receive friends 5 p.m. to 8:30 p.m., Tuesday evening at Pace-Stancil.

Mrs. Caballero spent her life in Liberty, where she attended school. She had given her life to Christ and was a member of Liberty Church of Christ. She devoted her life to taking care of the needs of her children and grandchildren. The words that best describes her are “Sacrifice and Family”. She put the needs of her family in front of her own. She loved flowers and could be found taking care of her flower beds in the evenings after work. She had four children, Donald, Patrick, Ronnie and Mary. She so loved her family and always wanted the best for them.

She was preceded in death by her parents; four brothers, Simon, Mike, Robert, and Albert; and sister, Mary. She leaves to celebrate her life her sons, Donald Caballero and wife Sandra, Patrick Caballero and wife Rose, Ronnie Caballero and wife Elva; her daughter, Mary Caballero Burrell and husband David; her three brothers, Joe Caballero, Jerry Caballero, and Johnny Caballero; her sister, Alice Mae Campbell; 8 grandchildren; 9 great-grandchildren; also a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

Moreau Maisie Anita Crocket Moreau, 85, of Dayton passed away September 7, 2018 at Bayshore Hospital in Pasadena, Texas.

She was born April 21, 1933 in St. Tammany Parish, Louisiana to parents Louis Carroll Crockett and Buna Vesta Stokes.
Services for Mrs. Moreau will be 10:30 a.m., Thursday, September 13, 2018 at Pace-Stancil Funeral Home Chapel in Dayton. Burial will follow at Houston National Cemetery. The family will receive friends 5:00 to 9:00 p.m., Wednesday, September 12, 2018 at Pace-Stancil.

Maisie grew up in Lake Charles, Louisiana. She raised her family while living in Galena Park and there was always a house full as she welcomed all to her home. She worked many years for Sears where she retired from the job that she truly enjoyed. Maisie loved her family, her children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren and great-greatgrandchildren.

She passed down her love of cooking delicious Cajun dishes. She had lived in Dayton for the past 12 years.

Preceding Mrs. Moreau in death were her parents Louis Crockett and Buna Vesta Young; husband, Leo Moreau, siblings, Robert H. Crockett, Sigmon O. Crockett and John O. Crockett; grandchildren, Angel and Justin Gaudet, James L. Goss and “Lil” Daryl Dreahn; sons-in-law, James H. Goss, David Ferguson, Daryl Dreahn, and Willard Bryant. She leaves behind to cherish her memory daughters, Jackie Gaudet and husband Lloyd of Pierre Part, LA, Theresa “Terri” Ferguson of Dayton, TX, Patricia “Pat” Henderson and husband Mike of Channelview, TX, Darlene Klinger and husband Paul of Iowa Park, TX, Regina Bryant of Joshua, TX, Andrea DeVault and husband Archie of Old River, TX; sons, Kenneth Thames of IL, Mike Moreau of Dayton, Tx, and Charles Moreau of LA; twenty-seven grandchildren; seventy great-grandchildren; nineteen great great-grandchildren; sister, Helen Duncan of FL; brother, Louis Carroll “CJ” Crockett of FL; also numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends

Douglas Horace “Bud” Benjamin Douglas, Jr., 80, of Kenefick, Texas passed away peacefully with his loving family by his side on Tuesday, September 4, 2018 in Baytown, Texas.

He was born on October 26, 1937 to the late Horace Benjamin Douglas, Sr. and Ruby Mae Childres in Ponchatoula, Louisiana. In 1964, he married the love of his life, Carol Nelson Douglas. After Carol’s passing in 2007, he remarried the late Diane Davies Douglas, who passed away in 2013. Horace lived in Kenefick, Texas for the past 40 years where he attended Kenefick Southern Baptist Church. He enjoyed gardening, fishing and hunting.

Horace was preceded in death by his parents; his two loving wives; his daughters Jonell Hinton and Joy McCartney; his grandson Aaron Pinion; and his siblings Louise Valentia, Earline DiBenedetto and Ollie Mae Canjelosi.

He leaves behind to cherish his memories daughters Rita Tolleson and husband Robin of Mont Belvieu, Texas and Regina Bazile and husband Mervin of Springfield, Louisiana; his grandchildren, Bryan McCartney, Joshua McCartney, Kelly Moore, Jenny Garcia and Amber Pinion; his 14 great-grandchildren; his brother Tommie Douglas and wife Darlene of Dayton, Texas; and special nephew Tommie Douglas, Jr. of Palms Springs, California.
Honoring the family by serving as pallbearers will be Tommie John Douglas, John Watts, Maurice Watts, Russell DiBenedetto, Bryan McCartney, Robert Garcia, Sam Watts and Blake Moore.

Friends are invited to visit with the family from 5pm until 8pm on Friday September 7, 2018 in the chapel of Sterling Funeral Home, 602 N. Main Street, in Dayton. A funeral service will be held at 10am on Saturday September 8, 2018 in the chapel at Sterling Funeral Home, with Bro Jeff Day, officiating. A graveside service and committal will immediately follow in Magnolia Park Cemetery in Dayton, Texas.

Athey Cameryn Lee Athey age 16, went to be with the Lord on Monday September 3, 2018.

He was born in Houston, Texas on September 9, 2001 to Dana Skyles Athey and Terry Athey. He enjoyed snow skiing, swimming, fishing, riding on trail rides, operating heavy equipment, raising animals on the farm, chasing girls and most of all spending time with his family. Cameryn was a student at Crosby High School, and was a very outgoing and charismatic young man with a good sense of humor and will be loved and missed by all who knew him.

Cameryn is survived by his parents; Dana Skyles Athey and Terry Athey; his brother, Cody L. Athey; his sister, Me’Sha Martin; his grandparents, Jean and James Reynolds; his aunts and uncles, Cynthia Hyatt, Vickie Massingill, Jamie Reynolds,  DeWayne Skyles T.J. Skyles and Keri Hollomon; also survived by many other relatives and friends.

Pallbearers will be Cody Athey, Kyle McClellan, Shawn Cantwell, Anthony Martin, Blake Brown, Nicolas Wright, Brice Fregia, Matthew Sellers and Kendrick Martin. Honorary pallbearers will be Jerry Trail, Keithan Walker, Chris Chute and Darryl Moore.

A visitation for family and friends will be held at Crosby Church 5725 Hwy 90 Crosby, Texas 77532 on Saturday morning September 8, 2018 from 9 am until 11am followed by services at Crosby Church at 11:00 a.m. Interment will be follow at Sterling-White Cemetery. Arrangements entrusted to Sterling-White Funeral Home 11011 Crosby-Lynchburg Rd. Highlands, Texas 77562. To offer condolences to the family, please visit www.sterlingwhite.com.

Brock Kevin Dwayne Brock, 52, of Hardin, went to be with his Lord and Savior on Thursday, August 30, 2018, at his residence surrounded by his loving family.

Kevin was born March 30, 1966, in Liberty, to Albert Marvin Brock and Doris Jean Brock Payne. Kevin was raised in Hull, before moving to Hardin in 2000. He was a self-employed welder and a member of Jubilee Covenant Fellowship of Dayton.

Kevin was preceded in death by his mother, Doris Jean Brock Payne. He is survived by his loving wife of 33 years Jody Brock of Hardin; father Albert Marvin Brock of Hull; sons Kevin Dwayne Brock II of Hardin, Sky Andrew Brock and wife Erin of Moss Hill. Brother Leslie David Brock of Saratoga, and sister Kristy Bumgardner and husband Mike of Hull, and grandchildren Kelly Grace Brock, Elijah Frank Spurlock, and River Andrew Brock.

A celebration of Kevin's life will be Saturday, August 8, 2018, at 2:00 p.m. at Central Baptist Church in Daisetta with Reverend Kenny Brigman officiating. A gathering of Kevin's family and friends will also be held Saturday, August 8, 2018, from 1:00 p.m. until 2:00 p.m. at Central Baptist Church in Daisetta.

The family encourages everyone to wear casual clothes in memory of Kevin.

To send flowers or a memorial gift to the family of Kevin Dwayne Brock please visit our Sympathy Store at http://www.faithandfamilyfuneralservices.com

Service of remembrance under the care of Faith & Family Funeral Services, Inc. 40847 Hwy 105 E, Batson, TX 77519. (936) 336-2222 or (936) 262-2100.
"Earning your trust one family at a time"

Jordan Travis Layne Jordan age 18 of Devers passed away September 3, 2018 in a motor vehicle accident that also took the life of his maternal grandparents Harvey Lamar DuBose and Georgia Ann Jones DuBose.

Travis was born in Beaumont, Texas February 26, 2000 the son of Roger Jordan and Melissa DuBose Jordan. A graduate of Liberty High School Class of 2018, Travis had just started taking classes at Lee College. Travis was a member of the FFA for four years in High School. He enjoyed hunting and loved to fish. He also enjoyed playing video games, airsoft, paintball, and welding. He was also willing to lend a hand and loved to give big hugs to his family and friends. Travis also enjoyed and loved his K-9 pals Maggie and Rough.  

He leaves behind to cherish his memory his loving parents Melissa and Roger Jordan, his brother Chase Jordan, paternal grandparents Rev. Lonnie and Mary Jordan. His maternal aunts and uncles: Dwayne and Patti Zeigler, Charlotte Zeigler, Shane & Allison DuBose, and his paternal aunt Kimberly and Dennis Hart. In addition he leaves a host of cousins, friends, and extended family. He will be sadly missed by all who knew and loved him.

Visitation for Travis will be held Monday September 10, 2018 from 5-8PM at the Apostolic Church of Beaumont 3333 Eastex Freeway Beaumont, Texas. Funeral service to be held Tuesday 11AM September 11, 2018 at the Apostolic Church of Beaumont. A graveside service will be held at 3PM Tuesday in Rice Belt Cemetery.

Condolences and memories can be shared online at www.allisonfuneralservice.com.

DuBose Harvey Lamar DuBose age 75 of Hull passed away September 3, 2018 in a motor vehicle accident that also claimed the life of his wife Georgia Ann Jones DuBose and his grandson Travis Layne Jordan.

Harvey was born November 27, 1942 in Hemphill, Texas the son of the late Silas Lamar DuBose and Lanta Lee Kay DuBose. Harvey retired with over thirty five years as a supervisor for the Continental and Con Tel telephone Company. Harvey enjoyed hunting, fishing, playing a game of Dominos especially “42”. He also enjoyed spending all the time he could with his family and friends. He was a loving Daddy, Husband, Grandfather, and Friend. A hard worker, Harvey always did his best to provide and to teach his children and grandchildren to be respectful and have good manners. Harvey also was a devoted member of the Daisetta United Pentecostal Church. 

He leaves behind to cherish his memory his children: Dwayne (Patti) Zeigler;  Charlotte Zeigler; Shane (Allison) DuBose; Melissa (Roger) Jordan; Sisters: Sharon (Don) O’Quinn; Phyllis (Wayne) Brint; Linda (L.B.) Cupit; Donna (Marty) Greer. In addition he leaves his grandchildren:  Felica (Jim) Gresham; Tasha (Jason) Webb; Clint (Tisha) Zeigler; Zack (Megan) McKenzie; Amanda Ard; Keith (Brittany) Ard, Chelsea (Justin) Anderson, and Chase Jordan. Harvey also leaves nineteen great grandchildren, four great-great grandchildren, and a host of nieces, nephews, and extended family.

Visitation for Harvey will be held Monday September 10, 2018 from 5-8PM at the Apostolic Church of Beaumont, 3333 Eastex Freeway Beaumont, Texas. Funeral Services to be held 11AM Tuesday September 11, 2018 at the Church. A graveside service will be held 2PM Wednesday in Pine Hill Cemetery, Pineland, Texas.

Condolences and memories can be shared online at www.allisonfuneralservice.com.   

DuBose Georgia Ann Jones DuBose age 75 of Hull passed away September 3, 2018 in a motor vehicle accident that also took the life of her husband Harvey Lamar DuBose and her grandson Travis Layne Jordan.

Ann was born May 7, 1943 in Sabinetown, Texas the daughter of the late Franklin Frederick Jones Sr. and Maudie Lorene Whitmire Jones. Ann will be remembered for being a great mother, wife, grandmother, Aunt, and sister.  Her cooking will be remembered by many for her numerous fantastic dishes. She also enjoyed spending time with her family and friends. She was known as a professional shopper but she also loved to garden and sew. She worked for over ten years at the US Postal Service as a clerk and also held a cosmetology license.  She was a devoted member of the Daisetta United Pentecostal Church.

She leaves behind to cherish her memory her children: Dwayne (Patti) Zeigler; Charlotte Zeigler, Shane (Allison) DuBose; Melissa (Roger) Jordan; sisters Lorene Chance; Inez Ferguson; Mary (Shelton) McGraw; brother Frank Jones Jr. In addition she leaves her grandchildren:  Felica (Jim) Gresham; Tasha (Jason) Webb; Clint (Tisha) Zeigler; Zack (Megan) McKenzie; Amanda Ard; Keith (Brittany) Ard, and Chase Jordan. She also leaves nineteen great grandchildren and four great-great grandchildren.

Visitation for Ann will be held Monday September 10, 2018 from 5-8PM at the Apostolic Church of Beaumont, 7948 3333 Eastex Freeway Beaumont, Texas. Funeral Services to be held 11AM Tuesday September 11, 2018 at the Church. A graveside service will be held 2PM Wednesday in Pine Hill Cemetery, Pineland, Texas.

Condolences and memories can be shared online at www.allisonfuneralservice.com.   

Guillory Mr. Lee Roy “Buddy” Guillory Jr. of Raywood, Texas died peacefully at Memorial Hermann hospital, in Houston Texas on August 31, 2018 at the age of 71.

Lee Roy succumbed to a failing heart after several months of intermittent hospital stays and medical procedures intended to improve the quality of his life. 

Lee Roy is survived by his wife Gertrude Guillory of Raywood Texas, his daughter and son-in-law, Kelly Guillory & Courtney Adams of Port Arthur, Texas and his son and daughter-in-law, Larry & Natasha Guillory of Houston, Texas. Additionally, Lee Roy is survived by his grandchildren Lawson (16), Jennifer (14), Layton (12), Jeremiah (11), Lauriana (8) and Jasmine (5). Lee Roy is also survived by his sisters Gertie Guillory, Beatrice Guillory, & Shirley David; his brothers Donald Ray Guillory, Walter Guillory & Waldon Guillory, as well as numerous cousins, godchildren, nieces, and nephews. He is preceded in death by his parents Lee Roy Guillory Sr. and Rose (Semien) Guillory of Raywood, Texas, his brothers Joseph & Clayton Guillory, and his brothers-in-law Rogers Guillory, Gurvis Guillory & Jesse David.  

Lee Roy was born in Eunice, LA on August 25, 1947 to Rose and Lee Roy Guillory. As the first born child and one of the oldest grandchildren, Lee Roy was looked-up-to by his siblings and first cousins, being described by many of them as their “hero” while growing up. Lee Roy attended Liberty High School where he was a record holding track athlete, despite his lifelong battle with asthma. Following graduation, Lee Roy enlisted for military service in the Army and he ultimately served for many years in Korea.

Following an honorable discharge, Lee Roy returned to Ames, Texas and soon after met the love of his life Gertrude Arceneaux of Raywood, who would become his wife of 44 years. Lee Roy and Gertrude were married on June 15, 1974 and together would raise their children Larry and Kelly in a Christian home that focused on the importance of education and the merits of self-reliance. To his children Lee Roy passed on passion for supporting family and his spirit of helping others in need. His son Larry also took on his passion for fishing and classic cars. Larry also credits Lee Roy for his love for applied mechanics which motivated Larry to receive a full academic scholarship and engineering degree from the University of Oklahoma.  His daughter Kelly, has been a key support to Lee Roy, in caring for his wife Gertrude and will carry on the pledge of support that Lee Roy made over 44 years ago.

Soon after his marriage, Lee Roy started his career with Chevron in 1976. He retired after a successful career in 2000. While at Chevron, Lee Roy supervised pipeline operations and was responsible for the safe transport of oil and gas across the country. Lee Roy received many acknowledgments and rewards during his career. After a pipeline rupture threatened the safety of a residential community, Lee Roy put his own personal safety at risk and single-handedly lead the evacuation of the surrounding homes, until company resources could be mobilized. Lee Roy was hospitalized following the event for several weeks and never second-guessed his decision to save others. Following his retirement after 24 years of service, Lee Roy put his mechanical abilities to good use and for years was the “neighborhood” auto mechanic.

“Lee Roy is a good-man.” These words have been repeated countless times over the years by friends, colleagues, and family. He was truly selfless. Earlier this year and only days after a major heart surgery, Lee Roy pleaded that doctors release him so that he could fulfill his weekly commitment to deliver food for Sacred Heart Church, to the less fortunate in the community. He frequently put his medical issues and personal interests aside to meet this personal commitment to help others.

Wells Funeral Home of Liberty, Texas has been entrusted with the funeral services which are scheduled for Saturday September 8, 2018 at Sacred Heart Church of Raywood, Texas. The services will be conducted by, Rev. Ayo Emmanuel Efodigbue, MSP. The services will start at 9:00 am with a viewing of the body. The prayer of the Rosary will start at 10:00 am and the funeral mass will start at 11:00 am, followed by the burial (Sacred Heart Cemetery) and a Repass gathering for family and friends at the Sacred Heart Hall. There will also be a public viewing of the body on Friday September 7th, from 1:00-6:00 pm at Wells Funeral home (300 Alabama St, Liberty Texas 77575).

The family encourages that in lieu of flowers, that condolences be sent to www.gofundme.com/lee-roy-guillory-charitable-legacy, A portion of condolences received will be donated to both the American Heart Association and the Food Bank of Houston in Lee Roy’s name. The family would also like to thank the Heart and Vascular Institute at Memorial Hermann along with Dr. Malladi Reddy, and Shemeka Banger-Hill for the expert care that Lee Roy received during the final months of his life. The family would also like to thank Brandon Perew, WJ Guidry, and Arthur Sias (Appa-Jack) for being supportive friends to Lee Roy and a great help to the family over the last few years of his life.

Moot

Wesley Lorne Moot 71 of Kingood was born Newbury (Ontario) Canada. on July 28. 1947 to Ross Mloot and Ellen Alderton and passed away Sat., Aug. 25. 2018.

He was the fifth of eight children. He proudly served his country 1n the U.S. Army from July 28, 1947, to March 15, 1974. during the Vietnam War. He attained the rank of staff sergeant and received the VN Cros:; of Gallantry with Palm, CIB, USM. NDSM, UCM, GCMDL 2 Award, and AFEM medals. On June 21, 1969. he married Margaret Ann. He was a long-time resident of Liberty. In his spare time he enjoyed staying active in the VFW as a post commander and chaplain, fishing, and gardening.

He is preceded in death by his parents. Ross Moot and Ellen Alderton; brother, David Moot. and sister, Dorthy Jeffery. He is surciced by his wife. Margaret Ann 'Moot; daughter, Michelle Cantu; ~on-in-law, James Cantu: grand.ons, Wesley Cantu. Logan Cantu, A1den Cantu; sisters, Je11.el Tuday. Loma \1001. Joy Scale, and Carol Satchel.

An inumment service will be held at Houston National Cemetery on Fri., Sept 7, al 2: 15 p.m. For more information on the life of Wesley Moot. sign the online register book or offer condolences or fond memories to the family please see DarstFuneralHome.com.

Vining Ricky David Vining, 60, of Raywood died Wednesday, August 29, 2018, at his residence surrounded by his loving family.

A graveside service of remembrance will be held on Sunday September 2, 2018 at 4:00 P.M. Monroe-Fregia Cemetery in Raywood. A native of Lake City, Florida he had lived in the Liberty area for 40 years and was a Blacksmith for Liberty Forge.

He is survived by his daughters, Brenda Brown and husband Chris of Raywood, Becky Thibodeaux and husband Trey of Hull, and Danielle Vining of Liberty; brother James A. Vining Jr. and wife Beth of Fort Valley, Georgia; sister, Vickie Kucera and husband Greg of Hillister, Patricia Guillory, and 5 wonderful grandchildren.

To send flowers or a memorial gift to the family of Ricky David Vining please visit our Sympathy Store at faithandfamilyfuneralservices.com

Service of remembrance under the care of Faith & Family Funeral Services Inc. 40847 Hwy 105E. Batson, Texas 77519. 936-336-2222 or 936-262-2100. Earning your trust one family at a time.

Guidry Jo "Jody" Ellen Guidry of Daisetta, died on Tuesday, August 28, 2018, at MD Anderson Hospital in Houston with her family by her side. She was 55.

A service of remembrance will be held on Friday, August 31, 2018, at 2:00 P.M. at Faith & Family Funeral Services Inc. Interment will follow at Guedry Cemetery in Batson.

Serving as pallbearers are Manuel Flores, Shaun Flores, Chad Downs, Dylan Luce, Beth Johnson, Terry Don Fregia, Dabo Hickman, Alan Gartner. Honorary pallbearers are Buddy Luce, Hunter Bell, Brandon Downs, Caleb Downs.

The family will be receiving friends on Thursday, August 30, 2018, from 6:00 P.M. until 9:00 P.M. at Faith & Family.

A native of Liberty, she had lived in Daisetta, most of her life and was an associate for Wal-Mart. She was preceded in death by her parents, Johnny "Buddy" Downs and Dorothy " Tookie " Downs and sister Rhonda Luce.

She is survived by her son, Joe Allen Guidry and wife Deja of Baytown; daughter, Angel Ann Joiner and husband Jay of Liberty; sister, Susan Bell and husband James of Houston; brother, Johnny Downs and wife Stacey of Mont Belvieu. Grandchildren, Hailey, Brayden, Shaedyn, and Aiden.

To send flowers or a memorial gift to the family of Jo "Jody" Ellen Guidry please visit our Sympathy Store at faithandfamilyfuneralservices.com

Service of remembrance under the care of Faith & Family Funeral Services Inc. 40847 Hwy 105E. Batson, Texas 77519. 936-336-2222 or 936-262-2100. Earning your trust one family at a time.

Presley Raymond Lee Presley, 48, of Kountze, died Wednesday, August 29, 2018, at Baptist Hospital in Beaumont.

A service of remembrance will be held on Saturday, September 1, 2018, at 10:00 A.M. at Golden Triangle Church on The Rock in Beaumont, with Pastor Ron Hammonds and Reverend Robert Parr officiating. Interment will follow at Pine Ridge Cemetery in Sour Lake.

Serving as pallbearers are Jorge Ochoa, Brack Presley, Mason Presley, Billy Presley, Robert Presley, Brian Presley. Honorary pallbearers are Billy Presley Jr. Clayton Presley, John Williams.

The family will be receiving friends on Friday, August 31, 2018, from 6:00 P.M. until 8:00 P.M. also at Golden Triangle Church on The Rock.

Raymond was born January 1, 1970, in Kountze, to Robert Bruce Presley and Ora Dell Brown Presley. He had lived most of his life in Kountze and was a self-employed Concrete Contractor. He was a member of Golden Triangle Church on the Rock where he served his Lord and Savior.

He was preceded in death by his father, Robert Bruce Presley. Grandparents, Brack and Bonnie Presley and Daniel and Floy Brown.

Survivors include his mother Ora Dell Presley of Kountze; Daughter, Brandi Ochoa and husband Jorge of Port Neches. Sons Brack Presley of Port Neches and Mason Presley and companion Makaela Sattler of Port Neches. Brothers, Robert Presley of Kountze, Billy Presley and wife Judy of Buna, and Brian Presley and wife Mary Beth of Jasper. Nieces, Brianna Presley of Jasper, and Kiley Gary of Jasper. Nephews, Billy Presley Jr. of Buna, and Clayton Presley of Jasper. Grandchildren, Brandon Ochoa, Joel Ochoa, and Oaklynn Presley.

Following the committal service, a reception will be held at Little Rock Assembly of God Church 5970 HWY 326 N. Kountze, Texas 77625.

To send flowers or a memorial gift to the family of Raymond Lee Presley please visit our Sympathy Store at faithandfamilyfuneralservices.com

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Totzer Karl Totzer, Jr., 38, of Anahuac, Texas, passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, August 26, 2018 in Houston, Texas.

He was born on June 18, 1980 in Baytown, Texas to Linda Kay and Karl Totzer, Sr. Karl graduated from Anahuac High School in 1998 and attended college at Angelina College and Stephen F. Austin. He worked as a process operator for Exxon Mobil.

Karl was an active member of Faith Family Church of Baytown and a Freemason of the Masonic Lodge. He enjoyed hunting, fishing and alligator hunting. Karl also liked cutting hay, working on his farm equipment and playing with his tractor. He was a hard worker who liked to piddle around outside. Karl had a heavy foot and loved to drive his truck super-fast through the mud. But what he enjoyed most was spending time with his entire family. Although at times, Karl was hardheaded but was also a loving, kindhearted, polite, fun and caring friend. He was the family caregiver and wanted nothing but the best for them all. Karl was a loving husband, father, grandfather, son and friend to many and he will be deeply missed by all who knew him.

Karl was preceded in death by his father; his maternal and paternal grandparents; and his beloved uncle, Tommy Willcox. He leaves behind to cherish his memory, his loving wife Stephanie Ainsworth Totzer; his children Chesney, Jack, Mason, Cameron and Hannah; his granddaughter Leah; his parents Kay and Pudge Willcox of Anahuac; his sister Teresa Vaughn and husband Robby of McDade and their son Robert Vaughn and wife Genese and their son Braxton; his sister Carla Tillitson and husband Jack of Anahuac and their daughter Desiree Tarkett and husband Nathan and their children Greyson and Lucas; his brother-in-law Jay Ainsworth of Mont Belvieu and his children Charlotte, Blake and Bryce; his sister-in-law Christina Bibb of Baytown and her children Layla and Liam; his sister-in-law Beth Hencke and husband Chad of Baytown and their children Kaymen and Kullan; his brother-in-law Matt Hamilton; his mother-in-law Claudia Hamilton and husband Doug of Baytown; and his father-in-law Terry Ainsworth and wife Rachelle of Rosebud; and a host of other loving relatives and friends.

Honoring the family by serving as pallbearers will be Carlton Carrington, Jose Rivas, Chris Dietrich, Michael Kreuzer, Robert Vaughn and Heath Abshier. Honorary pallbearer will be Jack Tillitson.

Friends are invited to visit with the family from 5pm until 7pm on Friday, August 31, 2018 in the chapel of Sterling Funeral Home, 1201 S. Main Street in Anahuac. A funeral service will be held at 10am on Saturday, September 1, 2018 at the First United Methodist Church of Anahuac, 204 Trinity Street, Anahuac, with Rev Kenn Munn officiating. A graveside service and committal will immediately follow in Anahuac Cemetery. Karl’s family would like to request comfortable dress attire for his services.

For those desiring, memorial contributions may be made to The Wounded Warrior Project and or  St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital.

Condolences can be shared with the family by visiting www.SterlingFuneralHome.com

Ashford Leonard Ray Ashford, 68, of Liberty passed away Thursday, August 23, 2018.

He was born October 21, 1949 in Houston, Texas to parents Elray Ashford and Etha Maurice Hodges Ashford.

Services for Mr. Ashford will be 2:00 p.m., Tuesday, August 28, 2018 at Pace-Stancil Funeral Home in Dayton. The family will receive friends 12:00 noon until service time at 2:00 p.m. on Tuesday at the funeral home. Leonard was graduate of Wharton High School and had worked for Celanese for 35 years. He enjoyed watching football, shooting pool, dancing, watching westerns and rodeos. Lee loved his family, friends, and every child he met, offering his love and kindness generously and never asking much in return. He loved to make people happy and that was his way of making himself happy. Lee was preceded in death by his parents and his sister Eddie Marie Yeager. He is survived by his wife of nearly 8 years Kelly Denise Ashford of Liberty; his children, Bradley Ashford, Kelsey Ashford Phipps, Jessica Ashford Contreas, Jereb Ashford and Jason Ashford; fourteen grandchildren; sisters, June Jansky and Linda Fletcher; also numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

Howard Sandra Darlene Pinkney Howard, 67, of Ames passed away August 16, 2018.

She was born December 15, 1950 in Houston, Texas to parents Paul Pinkney and Dorothy Mayo Pinkney. Services for Sandra will be 2:00 p.m., Friday, August 24, 2018 at Pace-Stancil Funeral Home Chapel in Dayton. The family will receive friends 11:00 a.m. until 2:00 p.m. on Friday before the service. Sandra had been a resident of Ames since 2012 after moving from Houston. She loved her family will be sorely missed by all that knew her. Her children and grandchildren were her pride and joy. She was preceded in death by her husband, Eddie Ray Howard, mother, Dorothy J. Deblanc, gather, Paul L. Pinkney, stepfather, Walter L. Deblanc, great-grandmother, Cora Lovick, great-grandfather, Moses Lovick, grandmother, Mittie Mayo, grandfather, Ivory Mayo, nephew, John Nathan Henry, nephew, Allen W. Bailey. She is survived by children, Tia L. Howard Ambaya and husband Collins, Jason Howard and wife Monique, Aviva Howard McBride and husband John Cole, and Jonathan Winfield; twenty grandchildren and six great-grandchildren; sisters: Regina L. Pinkney Norman, Beverly M. Brown, Cora L. Brown, Paulette Johnson and husband Samuel Johnson, and Jeanne Wiggins and husband Michael Wiggins; brothers: Marvin E. Brown, Reginald Brown and wife Evangelina Brown, Terrance Brown and wife Maria Brown; numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends; also numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

Desormeaux Francis E. Desormeaux, Sr., known as “Pawpaw: to those closest to him, went to glory on Friday, August 17, 2018.

He was born on May 18, 1934 in Houma, Louisiana to Whitney and Mable Desormeaux. Francis graduated from Anahuac High School in 1952. Following graduation, he joined the United States Marines, proudly serving his country as a Corporal during the Korean Conflict.

Francis was a patient, strong and wise man. He was loving and kind, yet stubborn and ornery in his own ways. Francis enjoyed nothing more than spending time with his family and they thought he was heroic. He was a phenomenal cook and he enjoyed fishing, playing dominos and shooting the bull with everyone. Francis was a former member of the Daisetta United Pentecostal Church. He will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved him.

Francis was preceded in death by his parents; his loving wife Velma Desormeaux; his daughters Linda Granger, Frances Marie Clopton and Sheri Bockmon; his sons William Desormeaux and Francis Desormeaux, Jr.; his grandsons Shannon Bockmon and Allen Coe; his great-grandson Jeremy Thomas; his brother Larry Desormeaux; his sister Dorothy Brooks and his brother-in-law Gene Broussard.

He leaves behind to cherish his memories, his daughters Judy Compton of Hardin, Lisa Ruddick and husband Kenneth of Baytown and Deborah Coe and husband Charles of Cleveland; his grandsons Wayne Manuel and wife Chris of Washington, Steven Clopton of San Diego, Michael Clopton of Madisonville, Heath Clopton, Brandon Coe of Cleveland, Donnie and Jeffery Bockmon of Willis; his granddaughters Tammy Manuel of Hardin, Misty Abalos and husband Frank of Winnie, Michelle Vaughn and husband Millard of Douglass, Jessica Dequeant and husband Zach of Anahuac; his grandchildren Brandy Morace, Greg Ruddick, Michael Ruddick, Kyelyn Glassford; his great-granddaughters Autumn Bertrand and husband Taylor of Winnie, Aliyah Abalos of Winnie and Lauren Manuel of Washington; his great-grandsons Jaret Thomas of El Paso, Justin and Jaydon Vaughn of Douglass, Dakota and Levi Dequeant of Anahuac; his sister-in-law Beulah Broussard; his niece Shirley Desormeaux; his nephew Larry Desormeaux, Jr.; and many “meaux” loving relatives and friends.

Honoring the family by serving as pallbearers will be Jaret Thomas, Kenneth Ruddick, Wayne Manvel, Millard Vaughn, Taylor Bertrand and Frank Abalos. Honorary pallbearers will be Justin, Jaydon and Cooper.

Friends are invited to visit with the family from 12pm until 2pm on Tuesday, August 21, 2018 in the chapel of Sterling Funeral Home, 1201 S. Main Street in Anahuac. Funeral services will begin at 2pm in the chapel, with Rev Kevin Griffin officiating. A graveside service and committal will immediately follow in Anahuac Cemetery. The family requests a comfortable dress attire and to come as you are.

Condolences can be shared with the family by visiting www.SterlingFuneralHome.com

Ferguson Ronald Douglas Ferguson, 72, of Hardin, died on Thursday, August 16, 2018, at his residence with his loving wife and family by his side.

Ronald was born January 28, 1946, in China, TX to his parents W.E. "Snappy" Ferguson and Virgine "Pat" Daigle Ferguson. He lived in China with his wife Frances Marie Ferguson and their children until her passing in 1991. He moved to Hardin in 1993 with his wife Roberta where he remained until his passing. He was an Electrical Designer by trade and a U.S. Navy Veteran serving on the USS America as a Plank Holder.

Ronald is preceded in death by his parents; brother, Charles Ferguson; and sister, Delores "Sissy" Scheeler.

Those left to cherish his memory are; his loving wife of 24 years, Roberta Ferguson of Hardin; daughter, Amanda Ferguson of China; sons, Matthew Ferguson of Baton Rouge, Timothy Eric Horacek of Switzerland, Shawn Erin Knight of Portland, Oregon, and Ian Vollert of Hardin; brothers, Gary Ferguson of China, Dennis Ferguson of China, and Gregg Ferguson of Canyon Lake; sisters, Glenda Brunson, Dianne Clement, both of China; grandchildren, Kobi, Kamryn, Timothy, Rebekah, Kennedy, Savannah, Marshall, Michael, Casey, Keith, Kyle, and heavenly grandson Tadpole; great-grandchildren Asher and Kaden; numerous nieces, nephews, and many loving family members.

A gathering of Ronald's family and friends will be Monday, August 20, 2018, starting at 11:00 A.M. with a service of remembrance at 11:30 A.M. at North Main Baptist Church in Liberty. A Funeral Mass will be held on Tuesday, August 21, 2018, at 11:00 A.M. at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Liberty with Father Andy Dinh Vu officiating. A reception will follow in the church hall after service.

On behalf of the family, we appreciate the outpouring of love and prayers at this time. We thank you and love you all.

To send flowers or a memorial gift to the family of Ronald Douglas Ferguson please visit our sympathy store at faithandfamilyfuneralservices.com

Service of remembrance under the care of Faith & Family Funeral Services Inc. 40847 Hwy 105E. Batson, Texas 77519. 936-336-2222 or 936-262-2100. Earning your trust one family at a time.

Murphy Sheron “Uncle” Phillip Murphy, 68, of Dayton passed away Thursday, August 16, 2018.

He was born May 27, 1950 in Mansfield, Ohio to parents Frank and Willa Lea Sanders Murphy.

Service for Mr. Murphy will be 10:00 a.m., Tuesday, August 21, 2018 at Pace-Stancil Funeral Home Chapel, Dayton. Interment will follow at Palms Memorial Park Cemetery. The family will receive friends on Monday evening 5:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. at Pace-Stancil. Serving as pallbearers will be Mike Murphy, Patrick Heathcock, Laura Drummer, Tanya Carrol, Karen Lane, and Robert Murphy.

Sheron had been a resident of Dayton for the past 25 years after moving from Pasadena. He served in the United States Navy during Vietnam. He worked as a siding applicator, a mechanic and a handyman. “Uncle” loved being with his family especially his nieces and nephews and he never met a stranger.

He was preceded in death by his parents and brother Terry Lee Murphy. Sheron is survived by his sisters, Sherry Stevens, and Theresa Murphy; sister-in-law, Marilyn Murphy; nieces and nephews, Michael Murphy, Patrick Heathcock, Laura Dummer, Tanya Stevens Carroll, and Karen Lane; great-nieces and nephews, Shevon George, Robert Murphy, Aubry Dummer, Ashley Lane, Kaleb Lane, Adam Heathcock, Michael Latham, and Autumn Carroll; great great-nieces and nephews, Cecilia Iyre, Zipporah, Lester Jr., Angelica, and Shiner; also numerous other relatives and friends.

Fisher Charles “Chas” W. c III, age 64, of Liberty passed away Wednesday August 15, 2018 in Liberty.

Chas was born in Waco, Texas September 26, 1953, the son of the late Charles Fisher Jr. and Barbara Joyce Holcomb Fisher.  He graduated from Liberty High School in 1971, attended Southwest Texas State University and Lee College and received his BBA in accounting from the University of Houston and his master’s Degree in Education from Lamar University.  Chas worked for over twenty-nine years at Liberty High School and was proud of his students and their successes. He served on the City Cemetery Board and was the sexton for the cemetery for many years. Chas also served as Historian for the Methodist Men’s Brotherhood Banquet.  He was an avid reader who enjoyed crime novels and Texas history books. In his early years, Chas liked to participate in the Chili Cook off circuit, played a good game of 42, enjoyed playing the guitar and singing and loved entertaining his many friends at his home on his farm.   He cherished the privilege of being an Honorary Citizen of Luckenbach, Texas, which was bestowed upon him by the Mayor and Owner of Luckenbach, Hondo Crouch.  Chas was a photography enthusiast most of his life beginning in high school when he was the photographer for the Liberty High School Panther Paw and the Harvester yearbook.

A devoted son, brother, and uncle, he leaves behind to cherish his memory his brother David Fisher and his wife Melody of Liberty; nephews Eric Fisher and wife Cynthia of Terre Haute, Indiana, and Jonathan Fisher of Liberty; great nieces Madison Fisher of Liberty, and Eleanor Fisher of Terre Haute, Indiana. He will be sadly missed by all who knew and loved him.

Visitation for Chas will be held Sunday August 19, 2018 from 5-8PM at Allison Funeral Service, 1101 N. Travis Liberty, Texas. Funeral services to be held 10AM Monday at First United Methodist Church of Liberty with burial to follow at the City Cemetery. Condolences and memories can be shared online at www.allisonfuneralservice.com.  

Nugent Glen Allen Nugent Jr., 44, of Liberty, died Wednesday, August 15, 2018, at Liberty Dayton Regional Center in Liberty.

He was born November 4, 1973, to Glen Nugent and Hazel LaFrance in Liberty. Glen lived in Liberty all his life where he worked in the Oilfield Industry.

Glen is preceded in death by his parents and sister, Gwen Laswell.

Those left to cherish his memory are; his loving wife, Carolyn Nugent of Liberty; sons, Josh Nugent, Devin Nugent, and Kasin Nugent, all of Liberty; step-daughter, Amanda Hilton of Liberty; step-father, D.R. Snider of Hardin; brother, Donnie Snider and wife Jessica of Killeen, TX; step-grandson, William Hilton of Dayton.

A service of remembrance will be held on Saturday, August 18, 2018, at 2:00 p.m. at Open House Ministries Church with Reverend Donald Scott and Reverend Jamie Simmons officiating. Interment will follow at Hillside Cemetery in Liberty. A gathering of Glen's family and friends will be held Saturday, August 18, 2018, from 10:00 a.m. until 2:00 p.m. also at Open House Ministries Church.

Those honoring Glen as pallbearers are Donnie Snider, Ron Welch, Charlie Cherry, Randy Harryman, Ronald Duff, and Josh Nugent. Honorary pallbearers will be Ricky Eckiss and William Welch. To send flowers or a memorial gift to the family of Glen Allen Nugent Jr. please visit our sympathy store at faithandfamilyfuneralservices.com

Service of remembrance under the care of Faith & family Funeral Services Inc. 40847 Hwy 105E. Batson, Texas 77519. 936-336-2222 or 936-262-2100. Earning your trust one family at a time.

Sumrall Glenn Edward Sumrall, Sr. 67, of Dayton passed away on Wednesday, August 14, 2018.

He was born September 21, 1950 in Lake Charles, Louisiana to parent Glenn Adolph Sumrall and Kathleen Elaine Barber Sumrall.

Services for Glenn will be 10:00 a.m., Saturday, August 18, 2018 at Pace-Stancil Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Lamar Shane officiating. Interment will follow at Palms Memorial Park Cemetery. The family will receive friends 5:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. on Friday evening at the funeral home. Serving as pallbearers will be James Germany, Matthew Germany, Mark Sumrall, Quinten Anderson, Isiah Gee, and Jeff Koenig. Honorary pallbearer will be Sean Gee.

Glenn had been a resident of Dayton for the past 15 years. He was previously of Channelview. Glenn was a member of the Northshore Masonic Lodge. He always supported his children by coaching their little league teams and being very active in the Channelview Little League. Glenn enjoyed woodworking, sharing toys he made for children, and always knowing just when to be there with a new handmade wooden treat.

He was preceded in death by his parents, his wife Marie Sumrall and son Jamie Everett Sumrall. He is survived by his sweetness, Natalie Brown, sons, Glenn Sumrall, Jr.; daughters, Krystal Koenig and husband Jeff and Lydia Gee and husband Sean; eleven grandchildren, one great-grandchild on the way; several brothers and sisters; also numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

Campbell Edwina Lorene Campbell, 86 of Baytown passed away Wednesday, August 15, 2018.

She was born October 17, 1931 in Cedar Bayou, Texas to parents, Robert Edward Smith and Emma Molly Ulrich.

Service for Mrs. Campbell will be 3:00 p.m., Saturday, August 18, 2018 at Pace-Stancil Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Steve Shirey officiating. Interment will follow at Magnolia Park Cemetery. Visitation will be 2:00 p.m. until 3:00 p.m. on Saturday before her service.

Mrs. Campbell had been a longtime resident of Baytown and was previously of Louisiana. She was an amazing cook and seamstress. She enjoyed working with her flowers and listening to music.

Mrs. Campbell was preceded in death by her parents, her husband Roy Franklin Campbell, sisters Erma Ozbun, Elmira Smith, and Nadine Hurt, son Robert Franklin Campbell and beloved niece Sharon Osgood. She is survived by her son, William Roy Campbell and wife Kathy; daughter-in-law, Betty Campbell; seven grandchildren, eleven great-grandchildren, two great great-grandchildren; numerous nieces and nephews, her devoted neighbors, Thelma Campbell and Maurice and Glenda McDermont.

The family would like to express a special thanks to SEV Homehealth Care, Heart to Heart Hospice and her caregivers Irene, Sherry and Faith.

Lemond Isabel Gagne Lemond, 86, of Raywood, TX, peacefully passed away, Saturday, August 11, 2018, after an unfortunate very debilitating fall.

She was surrounded by her loving family at her bedside, as she was enveloped with love, praise, and tears, while at Herman Memorial TMC.

She was the 8th of 11 children born to Gaston A. Gagne and Celeste Donatto Gagne, on January 14, 1932 in Raywood, Tx. She is the last of this generation of our family and her Legacy will not be forgotten.

She is preceded in death by her parents, loving husband, Jesse Lemond, and her siblings; Christine Melonson, Harris Gagne, Rogers Gagne, Wilfred Gagne, Mavis Andress, Bernadine Fontenot, Rita LeVigne, Bobby Gagne, Gaston Gagne Jr., and Raymond Gagne.

Visitation is August 17, 2018 Wells Funeral Services (Althea P. Gibson Memorial Chapel) 1:00pm to 5:00pm.   She will Lie-in-State at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, 3730 FM 160 North; Raywood, Texas, from 9:00am to 11:00am; Rosary will began 10:00am, followed by Funeral Mass at 11:00am.

Fr. Ayo Emmanuel Efodigbue, MSP officiating.

Interment is Sacred Heart Catholic Cemetery - Raywood, Texas.

Wells Funeral Services at 300 Alabama Street, Liberty, Texas has been entrusted with final arrangements.  Memories and online condolences maybe shared at www.wellsfuneralservices.com.

Swindle Judy Ann Swindle passed away peacefully in her home with her family by her side on August 12, 2018 at the age of 64.

She was born on January 15, 1954 in Baytown Texas where she attended Robert E. Lee High School. Judy truly lived life to the fullest through simple pleasures, spending time with family and friends and caring for those around her. She was a true caregiver. Judy had an uncanny ability to reach people in a deep and positive way. She had a smile and a laugh that would light up a room. Judy married her soul mate David Swindle on March 3, 2008. Their love for one another brought together two separate families to make them one.

Judy is survived by her beloved husband of 11 years David Swindle; children, Deena Ritchie and husband Robby, Elizabeth San Miguel and wife Melissa, Heather Love and husband Daniel, Melanie Swindle and partner Shannon Siek, and Christy Swindle; grandchildren, Justin Harris and wife Jennifer, Brittany Stokes and husband Casey, Cassy Fontenot and husband Chase, Trey Odom, Jason Swindle, Joni Revia and husband Brandon, Cory Siek, Kelly Jo Love, Hannah Love, Clayton King and Courtney King; great-grandchildren, Edi Lou Harris, Clay Stokes, Toby Anderson, Noah Revia, Paislee Revia, Carter Fontenot, and one on the way; sisters, Deborah Neal, Wanda Ellis, Susan Fullbright, also numerous other relatives and friends.

Judy was preceded in death by her grandparents Clyde and Edith Kibodeaux, parents Clifford Harris and Doris Beal, brother Robert Harris, granddaughter Amie Taylor, great grandson Collin Fontenot and daughter Brandi Swindle. Judy will be remembered as a bright and shining star that will forever be watching over us. Judy’s family will receive friends on Thursday, August 16, 2018 at Pace-Stancil Funeral Home, 1304 North Cleveland St, Dayton, TX 77535. Viewing for friends will be from 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM and services will be 1:00 PM with interment service immediately following at Magnolia Park Cemetery.

In honor of their mother and grandmother, Deena Ritchie, Elizabeth San Miguel, Robby Ritchie, Justin Harris, Clayton King and Casey Stokes will be serving as pallbearers.

Isham Phillip Elwood Isham age 56 of Liberty passed away August 13, 2018 in Houston.

Philip was born in Liberty, Texas November 3, 1961 the son of the late Fred Louis Isham and Daisy Marie Hayes Isham. Phillip enjoyed deer hunting, making venison jerky, gardening, and wood working. Phillip enjoyed spending time with his grandchildren and children most of all. He will be remembered for his love and kindness and his willingness to lend a hand to anyone in need. He worked as an electrician and also volunteered his time at SOS in Liberty.

He was preceded in death by his parents as well as two brothers and a sister.

He leaves behind to cherish his memory his daughter Candace Nihcole Pavliska and husband Franklin Dominic, son James Matthew Isham Sr. and wife Brittany Houston Isham, son Tanner Kyle McCleskey and wife Angela Halona Hood, sisters Nina Ochoa and husband Ed, Merel Fenton, Patricia Wells and husband John Dixson, Carlene Elmore and husband George, and two brothers James Isham and Matt Hayes. In addition Phillip leaves his grandchildren: Dominic Gage Pavliska; James Matthew Isham Jr.; Landen Earl Hood; Sofia Michelle Pavliska; Savana Kimberly Isham; and Raiden Kyle McCleskey. He also leaves a host of nieces, nephews, and additional family and friends. He will be sadly missed by all who knew and loved him.

Funeral services for Phillip will be held 2PM Thursday August 16, 2018 at Allison Funeral Service, 1101 N. Travis Liberty, Texas.  Visitation will be held one hour prior to the service. Burial to immediately follow the service in Fairlawn Cemetery.  

In lieu of flowers donations can be made in Phillip’s memory to the A.C.E. League at www.allcanexperience.org. Memories and condolences can be shared at www.allisonfuneralservice.com.

Thomas A native of Evening Shade, AR, she lived in the Liberty areas since 1975, where she worked as an administrative assistant for Tanner Construction for many years.

Zena was a devoted mother and beloved grandmother and her family meant the world to her and always looked forward to family gatherings. Zena had a love for animals, especially her cats and dogs. She was an active member of Hardin Lions Club and Mount Calvary Baptist Church in Moss Hill.

Zena is preceded in death by her parents, Robert Earnest Street and Sammie Louise Mullins; and brother, James Edward Street.

Those left to cherish her memory are; son, David Kent Richards and wife, Roxann of Hardin; daughter, Dana Stuart of Liberty; sisters, Patricia Ann Shurley of Edmond, OK, Judith Lynn Smithson and husband Roger of Shreveport, LA; grandchildren, Bobby Ogden and wife, Nichole, of Tyler, Laura Thompson and husband, Jamie, of Crockett, Casey Stuart and wife Mandi of Hardin, Caleb Stuart and wife Kelly of Hardin, Andy Richards and wife Sarah of Batson, and Courtney Guidry of Vidor; great-grandchildren, Hagen, Alayna, Arik, Paige, Payton, Pyper, Brianna, Grace, and Wyatt.

A service of remembrance will be held on Monday, August 13, 2018, at 10:00 a.m. at Mount Calvary Baptist Church in Moss Hill, with Pastor Carlton Bailey, officiating. Interment to follow at Moss Hill Cemetery in Moss Hill. A gathering of Zena's family and friends will be Sunday, August 12, 2018, from 6:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. at Faith and Family Funeral Services, Inc.

Honoring Zena as pallbearers are Kent Richards, Casey Stuart, Caleb Stuart, Andy Richards, Bobby Ogden, and Roger Smithson.

In memory of Zena, donations can be made to Hardin Lions Club, P.O. Box 206, Hardin, TX 77561, (936) 298- 3628.

To send flowers or a memorial gift to the family of Zena Louise Thomas please visit our Sympathy Store. at faithandfamilyfuneralservices.com

Service of remembrance under the care of Faith & Family Funeral Services Inc. 40847 Hwy 105E. Batson, Texas 77519. 936-336-2222 or 936-262-2100. Earning your trust one family at a time..

Rice Mary Lou Rice, 94, of Liberty, Texas passed away peacefully at her residence on August 7, 2018.

Mary Lou was born on February 26, 1924 in Liberty, to the late Jeff Haywood and Ada Florence Tillman Haywood.

Mary Lou enjoyed morning and afternoon coffee at McDonald’s and going to church at North Main Baptist in Liberty. She was a strong, independent and thoughtful woman. She grew up in Liberty and was a graduate of Liberty High School. When school was out for the summer she worked in the office of Price Daniel, Sr. helping with his different political campaigns. In 1941, she met Earl Rice at the First Baptist Church in Liberty. She went on to graduate from Baylor University in 1945 and married Earl Rice on November 7, 1947. Mary Lou held various positions throughout her career, she retired from the Liberty District Accounting Department of Texaco, in 1985, after twenty-eight years of service. In recent years, Mary Lou enjoyed shopping and working her crossword puzzles and word searches.

Mary Lou was preceded in death by her parents, her husband Earl Rice, and a nephew Brad Rice. She leaves behind to cherish her memory her nieces and nephews: Kerry McCarter; Sherry Stout; Terry McCarter; Glen Pearce; Ivan Pearce; Keith Pearce; Rex Pearce; Charlotte Thomas; Donna Rice; Kellan Shaw; and Reggie Rice. In addition she leaves numerous friends and extended family. The family would like to extend a very special thank you for the care and kindness offered by her caretakers: Shelby Benoit-Caldwell; Linda Morgan; Susan Sanders; Amber Morgan; Danielle Morgan; Marrisa Adams and Chaplin Ken Ellzey.

Funeral services for Mary Lou will be held 2PM Sunday August 12, 2018 at North Main Baptist Church with interment to follow in Fairlawn Cemetery. Condolences and memories can be shared online at www.allisonfuneralservice.com. 

Smith Edith Alene Smith, 90, of Liberty passed away August 8, 2018 in Baytown, Texas.

She was born October 14, 1927 in Vidor, Texas to parents Thomas Quitman Martin, Sr. and Ollie Alene Curtis Martin.

Services for Edith will be 2:00 p.m., Monday, August 13, 2018 at Pace-Stancil Funeral Home, Dayton. The family will receive friends 5:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m., Sunday evening at Pace-Stancil. Private interment will be at Magnolia Park Cemetery in Dayton.

Edith grew up in Liberty, graduating from Liberty High School. She and late husband Wiley Smith married in 1951. They originated the Illustrated Press and the Liberty Gazette in 1960 where she worked until recently.

Mrs. Smith was preceded in death by her parents, husband, Wiley Smith, Jr.; son, Russell Lloyd Smith; sister, Marcelle Durbin; brothers, Duncan Martin, Thomas Quinton Martin, Jr. and Nelson Seeber, Jr.

Survivors include her daughter, Cynthia, owner and publisher of the Gazette of Dayton; three grandsons, Matt Kuslich, Jim Kuslich, and Lars Kuslich; sister-in-law, Ione Martin of Madisonville; also numerous nieces, nephews, and a host of friends.    

DiCarlo Mary “Lynn” Caroline DiCarlo, 73, of Cypress, Texas, passed away Monday morning at 4:45am at her home after a 5-month battle with pancreatic cancer.

She was born on July 11, 1945 in Victoria, Texas to Carol and Meigs Jenkins. Lynn was raised in Hankamer and attended Anahuac schools. She graduated from Anahuac High School in 1963.

Lynn worked as a real estate agent in the Houston area for 25 years. She was a former member of Our Lady of Light Catholic Church in Anahuac, where she took her first communion as a young girl. Lynn also attended St. Louis Catholic Church in Winnie.

Lynn was a loving and caring mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister and friend to many. She was smart, independent, determined and “sassy” not bossy. Lynn was an artist and she enjoyed reading, shopping and politics. Her favorite thing of all was spending time with her large family at the Jenkins family home in Hankamer, Texas. She will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved her.

Lynn was preceded in death by her parents; and her brother James Jenkins. She leaves behind to cherish her memories, her children Missy Moureau and husband Carter, Bryan DiCarlo and Christy Bankston and husband Dale; her grandchildren Jeremy Moureau, Meagan Moureau, Ryan Moureau, Shelby Bankston, Perry Bankston, Garrison DiCarlo, Davis DiCarlo and Leighton DiCarlo; her great-grandchildren Layla Moureau, Jacob Moureau, Kylee Moureau, Jhett Bankston, Madden Moureau and Tatum Moureau; her siblings Shirley Williams, Lydia Jenkins, Sue Jenkins and Benny Jenkins; and other loving relatives and friends.

Honoring the family by serving as pallbearers will be Jeremy Moureau, Ryan Moureau, Tan Williams and Danny Williams.

Friends are invited to visit with the family from 5pm until 7pm on Thursday, August 9, 2018 in the chapel of Sterling Funeral Home, 1201 S. Main Street in Anahuac. A Mass of the Resurrection will be held at 10am on Friday, August 10, 2018 at Our Lady of Light Catholic Church, 2207 S. Main Street, Anahuac, Texas, Fr Stephen McCrate as the Celebrant. Rite of Committal will immediately follow in Anahuac Cemetery.

For those desiring, contributions may be made in Lynn’s honor to Anahuac Cemetery, PO Box 926, Anahuac, Texas 77514.

Condolences can be shared with the family by visiting www.SterlingFuneralHome.com

Teten

Vera Marie “Nanny” Teten, 91, of Highlands, passed away Saturday, August 4, 2018, at the Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center of Baytown.

Vera was born April 29, 1927 in Dayton, to parents; Bert Maris and Eria Hipp, a former resident of Hardin, and has resided in Highlands since 1988. She was a retired custodian for Humble, Hardin, and Barbers Hill Independent School Districts and Lutheran by faith. She also enjoyed needlework, sewing, raising cattle, and playing bingo, slots, and cards.

Mrs. Teten was preceded in death by her parents, husband: harry Teten, infant son: Harry Earl Teten, son-in-law: Ron Hanson, granddaughter: Debra Woodall, brothers: Eddie, Earl Lloyd, Harry, :Hamey Perry Maris. She is survived by her daughter: Helen Hanson, grandchildren: Troy Woodall and wife Christina and Cheryl Newton and companion Robert Odell, great-grandchildren: Shailey, Ashley, Kaylin, Taylin, Tori, Tristan, Marcus, and Kimberly, nine great great-grandchildren with one on the way, numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives, and friends.

The family would like to express their sincere thanks to her niece; Janell Mari and the staff at the Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center of Baytown for their care given to Vera during her stay.

The family will receive friends from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m., Tuesday, at the Crespo & Jirrels Funeral Home Chapel. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m., Tuesday, August 7, 2018, at the Crespo & Jirrels Funeral Home Chapel in Baytown with interment following at Hardin Chapel Cemetery in Hardin.