Wickliff Sylvester Wickliff Jr. was born March 1, 1964 to Sylvester Sr. and Mary Elder Wickliff in Houston, Texas.

  They later moved to Ames, Texas where he attended and graduated from Liberty High School. He then assumed responsibility for his life as an adult and became a great auto mechanic; cars were his passion. Sylvester Jr. answered the Master's call on January 24, 2019.

After several relationships he met a woman that would finally tame him and settled down with him, his soul mate, Martha Ann Jackson. The two were married July 27, 2002. To that union no children were born, however, he has two children by a previous relations. He was raised in the catholic church and continued to attend after adulthood, but also attended church with his wife.

He is preceded in death by his mother, Mary Elder Wickliff.

He leaves to cherish his memory wife, Martha Ann Wickliff; two daughters, Tiesha Smith (Derrick), Redditre Wickliff; four step-daughters, Salena (Steve) Yates, Karen (Willie) Davis, Renata  Davis, and Josie (Nathan) Latham; one stepson, Joe Davis Jr.; four grand children, Addison, Andrew, Derrick and Damon; nine step-grand children, Ricky, Steve, Vincent, Kiera, Skyla, Tineay, Tinaya, Dennis Jr. and Jonell.  His father, Sylvester Wickliff Sr.; three sisters, Glenda (Emmett) Albro, Buelah Chapman, Linda Brown; five brothers, Paul (Rita), Martin (Makayla), Joseph Sr., Eric (Jeremy), and Mike Glenn III.  He is also survived by host of aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins, friends, and one special Friend, George Mendoza.

A visitation will be held Friday, February 01, 2019, Wells Funeral Services (Althea P. Gibson Memorial Chapel), 300 Alabama St, Liberty, Tx. from 1:00pm – 6:00pm.  He will lie-in-state, February 02, 2019, from 9:00am – 11:00m at Our Mother of Mercy Catholic  Church;  101 Donatto St.; Ames, Tx.  Rosary will start – 10 o’clock; funeral mass to follow at 11:00am.

Father Ayo Efodgibue , MSP, PhD officiating.
Interment – Our Mother of Mercy Catholic Cemetery, Ames, Tx.

Collier Jack D. Collier, 74, of Saratoga, passed away Monday, January 28, 2019, at Baptist Hospital in Beaumont surrounded by his loving family.

Jack was born May 4, 1944, in Durbin, TX, to Addie Ray "Pug" Hendrix and Annie Evelene Costlow. Jack lived most of his life in Saratoga and worked as an Oilfield worker for Griffith Oilfield Services. 

Jack is preceded in death by his parents, daughter; Cathy Guidroz; and brother, George Glen "Pond Water" Hendrix.

Those left to cherish his memory are, his loving wife, Lavern Collier of Saratoga; sons, DeWayne Collier and wife Angie of Saratoga, Shawn Maricelli and wife Brandy of Thicket, and Abron Tullos of Saratoga; step-daughters, Tabitha Hendrix and husband Ollie III of Saratoga, Rebecca Lee and husband Tony of Batson, and Lisa Bowman and husband Jonathan of Morton, TX; brothers, Thomas Ray "Tommy" Hendrix of Livingston and Nathan Hendrix of Saratoga; sister, Carol Owens of Santa Fe, TX; grandchildren, Kami and Sydnee Maricelli, Sambo Collier, Damon Collier, Cody Collier, Cheyenne Hendrix, Kassidy Hendrix, Kady Hendrix, Cortney Hendrix, Vanton Jr., Sunshine Lee, Summer and Bobby Bowman; great-grandchildren, his sweet girls, Mud Bug and Olivia Collier. 

A service of remembrance will be held on Friday, February 1, 2019, at 2:00 p.m. at Faith & Family Funeral Services, Inc. with Reverend Nathan Hendrix and Reverend Josh Alpers officiating, interment will follow at Felps Cemetery in Thicket, TX. A gathering of Mr. Collier's family and friends will be Thursday, January 31, 2019, from 5:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. also at Faith & Family Funeral Services, Inc.

Honoring Mr. Collier as pallbearers will be DeWayne Collier, Shawn Maricelli, Sambo Collier, Cody Collier, Eugene Griffin, Randall Benavides, and Rusty Hendrix. Honorary pallbearers will be Ollie Hendrix III, Kevin Owens, Abron Tullos, and Tony Lee.

Warner Marian Etter Warner- age 73 passed away Tuesday January 29, 2019 at her home in Hull, Texas.

Marian was born in Liberty, Texas July 31, 1945 the daughter of the late William Wheeler Etter and Agnes McCreight Etter. Marian loved to spend time with her family and grandchildren. She was a cat lover who was giving and loving> Marian also enjoyed watching the birds and taking vacations. She was a longtime member of Hardin Baptist Church and served on the Moss Hill Community Cemetery Board. A graduate of Hardin High School she went on to receive her bachelor’s degree in Nursing from St. Mary’s School of Nursing. She later became the school nurse for Hardin ISD and retired after thirty-six years of service.

Marian was preceded in death by her parents as well as her husband of fifty-one years Robert “Butch” Warner.

She leaves behind to cherish her memory her son Chris Warner and his wife Tonya of Hull, brother Raymond Etter and his wife Diann of Hardin, her three grandchildren Mason Samuel Warner, Alisha Whatley, and Bryce Whatley and his wife Sarah. In addition, she also leaves her great-granddaughter Aubrey Whatley and numerous extended friends and family.

A funeral service for Marian will be held 2PM Friday February 1, 2019 at Hardin Baptist Church. Visitation will be held one hour prior to the service. Burial to take place in Moss Hill Cemetery. Condolences and memories can be shared online at www.allisonfuneralservice.com. 

Flowers Fredaline Flowers of Sour Lake, passed away on Sunday January 27, 2019 at Christus St. Elizabeth Hospital in Beaumont. She was 84.

Fredaline was born October 24, 1934, in Center TX. to Fred R. Flowers and Flora Lee Meadows. Fredaline was very crafty, she especially enjoyed crocheting.

Those left to honor her memory are several cousins and friends who will miss her very much.

Graveside service will be held on Thursday January 31, 2019, at 2:00 p.m. at Holland Cemetery in Kountze with Reverend Donald Scott officiating.
In lieu of flowers donations may be made to American Heart Association 10900-B Stone Lake Blvd., Austin, TX 78759

Smith Robert Earl Smith, 57, of Dayton, Texas, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, January 24, 2019 in Midland, Texas.

He was born on December 22, 1961 in Liberty, Texas to Barbara and Floyd Smith, Jr. Robert graduated from Pearland High School in 1980. While in high school, he also played on the football team and was involved in building trades.
Robert was a hard worker, compassionate, dedicated and influential man. He was a great mentor to MANY. Robert was passionate about sports and volunteered his time for several years for the Dayton Youth Sports Association. He coached little league football, baseball, basketball and softball to hundreds of young boys and girls. Robert was an avid NASCAR fan and pursued fishing and playing golf. The hobby he loved most was spending time with his family and his large extended family.

At the time of his death, Robert had been working as a rotating maintenance supervisor for the past 5 years at Targa in Mont Belvieu. Before that, he worked at Enerflex in Houston for 30+ years. Robert and his wife Cheri were members of Trinity Baptist Church in Dayton. He will be deeply missed by all that knew and loved him.

Robert was preceded in death by his father Floyd Smith; his father-in-law Larry Powell; his brother-in-law John Naranjo; his sister-in-law Theresa Coble; his maternal and paternal grandparents Emmitt and Fannie Carlton and Floyd and Irene Smith.

He leaves behind to cherish his memory his loving wife of 36 years, Cheri Smith; his sons Kevin Coble and Travis Coble and wife Jamie; his daughters Chyann Smith and husband Justin Kelm, Stephanee Smith and Shanna Martin; his mother Barbara Smith-Gibson and husband Clyde; his mother-in-law Dixie Powell; his father-in-law Frank Heffern and wife Jeanne; his sisters Tina Kennedy and husband Carl and Rennetta Foster and husband Mike; numerous nieces, nephews and other loving relatives; and a multitude of young men and women impacted by his legacy.
Honoring the family by serving as pallbearers will be Matt Reno, James Carlton, Devin Borussheski, Todd Irving, BruceFraysur and Jonathon Lanier. Honorary pallbearers will be Justin Kelm, Vince Gongora, Aaron Kennedy, Ryan Kennedy, Michael Kennedy, Matthew Jares and Don Foster.

Friends are invited to visit with the family from 5pm until 8pm on Wednesday, January 30, 2019 in the chapel of Sterling Funeral Home, 602 N. Main Street in Dayton. A funeral service will be held at 2pm on Thursday, January 31, 2019 at Sterling Funeral Home. A graveside service and committal will immediately follow in Magnolia Park Cemetery in Dayton.

For those desiring, memorial contributions may be made in Robert’s honor to the America Diabetes Association by visiting www.donations.diabetes.org or mail to American Diabetes Association, P.O. Box 15829, Arlington, VA 22215.

Garner Bonnie Lee Garner, 77, of Dayton, Texas, passed away on Saturday, January 26, 2019 in Crosby, Texas surrounded by her loving family.

She was born on November 10, 1941 in Camden, Arkansas to Ralph and Gladys Goodman Reed.

Bonnie was a beautiful, kind and loving woman. She was willing to help and take care of others whenever she was able. Bonnie was also outspoken and got her point across by always having the last word. Bonnie pursued several hobbies such as oil painting not only on canvas but also on saw blades, crafting and sewing blankets.

Bonnie worked in the bar and restaurant industry in various capacities for many years. She even owned and operated her own bar, Garner’s Corner in Houston for 5 years.

Bonnie was preceded in death by her parents; her husband of 63 years T.W. Garner; her son Glen “Skeeter” Garner; her granddaughter Crystal Johnson; her great-granddaughters Tianna Bush and Ka’Mia Garner; her great-great-granddaughter Aniah Johnson; her 2 sisters and one brother. She leaves behind to cherish her memory, her daughters Lois Garner of Dayton, Tammy Kefauver and husband Gordon of Crosby and Kathleen Lewis-Ballard and husband Brian of Baytown; her granddaughter and caregiver Susan Garner Bush and husband Addison of Crosby; numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren too many to list; her nieces and nephews; and a host of other loving relatives and friends.

Honoring the family by serving as pallbearers will be Gordon Kefauver, Brian Ballard, DiJohn Moon, Addison Bush, Robert Johnson and Brian Steffensen.

Friends are invited to gather with the family starting at 10am on Thursday, January 31, 2019 in Palms Memorial Park Cemetery in Dayton. A graveside service and committal will follow at 10:30am.

Condolences and memories may be shared online at www.sterlingfuneralhome.com

Langham Frankie Lou Garrett Langham, 81, of Trinity passed away Sunday, January 27, 2019 in Liberty.

Brandt Connie K. Brandt, 53, of Dayton, Texas, peacefully passed on to her heavenly home surrounded by her loving family on Friday, January 25, 2019.

Richard Elbert Frederick “Bert” Richard was born October 12, 1936 to Freddie Richard and Antonia Guidry, he went to be with the Lord January 15, 2019.

Elbert accepted the Lord Jesus Christ at an early age.  Bert was a faithful member of St Miles Missionary Baptist Church in Ames, Texas.  He attended Woodson High School in Hull-Daisetta I.S.D., he was at the top of his business class, and  loved to spend time typing in the commercial department.

Bert worked as a palletizer operator at Brown and Root where he retired after 25 years of service. To pass time, he often helped at Rivon’ s Arena.  He had many friends who he enjoyed playing dominoes, joking and kidding around.  His favorite activities were attending church, listening to good preaching and gospel music and attending revivals.
He especially loved is son-in-law, Andre Goodman, who cared for him until the Lord called him home.  He was the best buddy, father-in-law, grand-father, nephew anyone could ever have.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Freddie and Antonia Richard – aunt, Leona Guidry, who lived with him until her passing, -  his siblings:  Margie, Judy, and Wilfred Richard.

He leaves to cherish his memories:  his daughters - Vanessa Richard Stubblefield (Carl) of Houston; Sheila Goodman (Andre) of Ames; step-sister, Cleo Scott, Godchild - Jamie Young; special cousin - Geraline Daniel of Ames.
The family would like to give special thanks to: Paul and Tina Thibodeaux, Debra Thibodeaux, Vernita Rivon, Kindred Hospice Staff and Chaplin Ken.

A visitation will be held Friday, January 25, 2019, Wells Funeral Services (Althea P. Gibson Memorial Chapel), 300 Alabama St, Liberty, Tx. from 1:00pm – 6:00pm.  He will lie-in-state, January 26, 2019, at St. Miles Missionary Baptist Church, 120 US 90, Liberty, Tx., 9:am-10:00am; funeral services will follow at 11:00am.
Rev. Dwight Pruitt officiating.
Interment – Our Mother of Mercy Catholic Cemetery, Ames, Tx.

Smith On May 24, 1965 John Raymond Smith graced John Henry and Doris Smith with his presence at Yetti Kersting Memorial Hospital, Liberty, Texas.  On January 16, 2019 John Raymond went to be with the Lord.

He enlisted in the Armed Forces and joined the US Navy on ay 3, 1988, and served on board the USS WASP (LHD-1) AS A 3RD Class Petty Officer in charge of cooking for the ship’s crew. While on board of the USS WASP he accomplished 2 med cruise tours traveling to numerous location of the eastern continents. John enjoyed serving in the US Navy and had endured and seen more than one could ever imagine with no regrets. He was released with an Honorable Discharge on May 2, 1992.

John had one son, Greg Hawkins.  On August 18, 2007, he united in marriage to the love of his life, Beverly Bland.  The coupled walked together hand-in-hand until death did they part.

John worked various jobs during his lifetime.  All who knew (aka) Hollywood, knew he was a happy person and wanted those around him to be happy.  His house was always open to any and everyone. His favorite pass-time was playing dominoes and telling you what was in your hand without seeing it.

John was preceded in death by his mother, Doris Faye Smith and sister, Evelyn Laverne Ramirez.

He leaves behind to cherish memories, his wife, Beverly Smith; his son, Greg Hawkins; his father, John H. Smith and his sister, Cheryl Booze (Michael); his nephews, Kendrick Smith (Denise), Keith Booze, (Latonis); His nieces, Terra and Tyra Ramirez  and a host of relatives and friends.

A visitation will be held Friday, January 25, 2019, Wells Funeral Services (Althea P. Gibson Memorial Chapel), 300 Alabama St, Liberty, Tx. from 1:00pm – 6:00pm.  He will lie-in-state, January 26, 2019, at Trinity Valley Missionary Baptist Church;  Liberty, Tx., 12:pm-1:00pm; funeral services will follow at 1:00pm.
Rev. Michael Booze officiating.
Interment – Wells Memorial Cemetery,  Ames, Tx.

George Don Wesley George, 72, of Dayton, died on Saturday, January 19, 2019, at his residence with his loved ones by his side.

 

Revier Loretta June Bolling Revier of Daisetta, died Friday January 18, 2019 at Kingwood Hospital.

Barron Dolores Barron, 72, of Dayton passed away January 19, 2019 in Baytown, Texas.  She was born April 15, 1946 in Austin, Texas.

Service for Mrs. Barron will be 1:00 p.m., Thursday, January 24, 2019 at Pace-Stancil Funeral Home in Dayton.  Visitation will be 11:00 a.m. until service time at 1:00 p.m., Thursday at the funeral home.  Interment will follow at Palms Memorial Park Cemetery in Dayton. Serving as pallbearers are Raymond Romero, Russell Romero, Mickey Barron, Amin Moreno, Randon Romero, Ryan Romero and Josh Yohey.  Honorary pallbearers are Thomas Mendez, Cherad Carroll, and Jacob Romero.

Mrs. Barron had been a resident of Dayton for the past 25 years.  She previously lived in Port Arthur.  Dolores enjoyed working in her yard, listening to music, dancing and fishing.  She was dedicated to raising her family and especially enjoyed being with her grandchildren and great grandchildren. 

Dolores was preceded in death by her parents.  She is survived by her husband, Mike Barron; children, Raymond Romero and wife Marla, Russell Romero and Cheryl, Rachel Yohey and husband James, Rhonda Falke and Marc Mitchell, Ronald Romero and wife Michelle, Shirley Barron and wife Kristen , Dolores Mendez and husband Thomas, Michael “Mikey” Barron and wife Sarah, and Marjorie Romero; 24 grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren; brother, Calvin Miguez and wife Kathy; sister, Jan Moyer and husband Ron; numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

Vaughan Francis Eloise Williams Vaughan age 83 went home to be with the Lord January 19, 2019 at her home.

Eloise was born November 25, 1935 in Waldo, Arkansas the daughter of the late Jesse Hunter Williams and Edna Irene Chambliss Williams.

Eloise enjoyed dancing, listening to music, and watching all of her favorite Texas sports teams. Eloise was a devoted Christian who loved the Lord. She kept in touch with her friends from High School, known as the “Fabulous Five” and never missed a reunion. Eloise also enjoyed attending family reunions in Bearden, Arkansas. She was blessed by modern medicine, she was the oldest living recipient of the Medtronic defibulator. She will be remembered for the lessons she taught her children; to work hard, put God first, take care of family, love everyone, forgive freely, and help when you can. After her father’s death Eloise took over and ran the family saw mill, she also was a homemaker, and attended Business School in 1954 in Texarkana.

Eloise was preceded in death by her parents as well as her husband Bobby Ray Vaughan, sister Marjorie Marie Belt, brother Charles Edward Williams, and a grandson William “Bill” Moore.

She leaves behind to cherish her memory her daughters Debra M. Moore and her husband Butch of Liberty, Teresa Ann LaFour and her husband Sidney of Liberty, and a son Jesse Vaughan of Liberty. In addition, she leaves her grandchildren Richard Moore, Stephanie Neuman, Terrica Roberson, and Trenton LaFour as well as three nieces and a nephew. A special thank you to Tabitha Rogers for all of her care and support. She will be sadly missed by all those who knew and loved her.

Visitation for Eloise will be held Wednesday January 23, 2019 from 5-8PM at Allison Funeral Service, 1101 N. Travis Liberty, Texas 77575. Funeral Service will be held 2PM Thursday at the Funeral Home with burial to follow in Fairlawn Memorial Cemetery. Condolences and memories can be shared online at www.allisonfuneralservice.com.

Bass Richard Johnson Bass, Jr., 85, of Orange, Texas, passed away on January 19, 2019, in New Caney, Texas.

Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m., Tuesday, January 22, 2019, at Old First Orange Baptist Church in Orange. Officiating will be Reverend Keith Meyer. Burial will follow at Hillcrest Memorial Gardens.

Visitation will be held from 5:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m., Monday, January 21, 2019 at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange.

Born in Athens, Texas, on September 10, 1933, he was the son of Richard Johnson Bass, Sr. and Allie Pearl (Renfro) Bass. Richard proudly served his country in the United States Army in the Korean War. He retired from West Orange-Cove ISD where he worked as an Industrial Arts Teacher for many years. Richard was a member of Old First Orange Baptist Church, where he served as a deacon. He also worked with Volunteer Christian Builders, traveling across the country building churches. Richard was a member of the Industrial Arts Association, Master Carpenter, and member of Orange Lions Club. He will be missed by all who knew and loved him.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Richard and Allie Bass; and his loving wife, Wyva Jean Bass.

He is survived by his children, Deborah Cassell and Diane Huff and husband Frank; his grandchildren, Jessica Beaumont and husband Jesse, Josh Huff and wife Vicky, and Jacob Huff and wife Alissa; his great-grandchildren, Nathaniel Cason, Nissa Jeane Cason, Travis Mayhew, and Lillian Huff; and his siblings, Mary Etta Bass Brewer and Gary Bass and wife Celia.

Serving as pallbearers will be Josh Huff, Jacob Huff, and Texas Rangers from Company A. 

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be directed to Old First Orange Baptist Church, 7925 I-10, Orange, Texas 77630 or to Volunteer Christian Builders in care of Old First Orange Baptist Church, 340 Georgia Ann Drive, Pleasanton, Texas 78064.

Brown Mary H. Brown age 96 of Daisetta passed away Friday January 18, 2019 at Oakridge Assisted Living in Beaumont.

Mary was born in Call, Texas May 6, 1922 the daughter of the late William Wesley Husband and Katie Ann Roebuck Husband. Mary was a homemaker and caregiver to her parents as well as her husband.

She was a devoted Christian who loved her church, First Baptist Church of Daisetta. Mary was also a past member of the Woodman of World. She was preceded in death by her parents as well as her husband Lloyd Earl Brown and a brother Jack Husband.

She leaves behind to cherish her memory her three nephews Wesley Ragan Husband, Ernest Jack Husband, Hayden Earl Husband, and a grandnephew Jonny Jordan. In addition she leaves her friends and caretakers Anne Richardson and Evelyn Redfern both of Hull.

Funeral Services will be held 2PM Tuesday January 22, 2019 at the First Baptist Church of Daisetta. Visitation will be held from 12:30PM to the time of the service. Burial to follow the funeral service in Guedry Cemetery. Condolences and memories can be shared online at www.allisonfuneralservice.com.  

Brooks Richard Mark Brooks, 61, of Livingston died Tuesday, January 15, 2019 in the Woodlands, Texas.

He was born September 14, 1957 in Houston, Texas to parents, Arthur Henry Brooks and Marie Elizabeth Cantrell.

Services for Mr. Brooks will be 2:00 p.m., Monday, January 21, 2019 at Pace-Stancil Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Michael McIlwain officiating.  The family will receive friends 12 noon until service time at 2:00 p.m. on Monday.  Interment will follow at Magnolia Park Cemetery in Dayton.   

Richard had lived in Livingston for the past 12 years after moving from Florida.  He worked as a carpet installer for many years. 

He was preceded in death by his parents; and his siblings, Charlotte Ann Brooks, Harold Lee Brooks, Floyd Cecil Brooks, Geneva Odom and Wayne Brooks.  Richard is survived by his grandparents, Margorie and Charlie Sackett; sons, Spencer Brooks and Nicholas Brooks; four grandchildren; sisters, Linda Marie Brooks Sackett and husband Charles Sackett, Minnie Irene Brooks and Sharon Brooks; six aunts and uncles, numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. 

Young Brenda Karen Young, 59, of Daisetta, passed away Monday, January 14, 2019, at Houston Methodist Baytown Hospital.

Mrs. Brenda was born September 2, 1959, in Liberty, TX to Clarence and Claudine Dees Fregia. She was a life long resident of Daisetta where, after retiring from the Postal Service after 20 years, she worked for B & J Vacuum Tank Services. Mrs. Brenda loved spending time with her family and spoiling her nieces, nephews, and neighborhood kids. She was a prankster, loved listening to her music, and loved her holidays.

She is preceded in death by her father; brother-in-law, Jack Hanks Jr; and great-nephew, Brent Fregia.

Those left to cherish her memory are; mother, Claudine Fregia of Hull; husband, Howard Young of Daisetta; daughters, Torri Smith of Daisetta, and Brandice Smith of Cleveland; brothers, Gary Fregia and Clifford Fregia both of Hull; sisters, Ruby Hanks and Pam Fregia both of Hull; nieces and nephews, Shelly and Wes Fregia Jr and daughter Acelyn of Liberty, Michael and Amanda Fregia and their children Bryce, Brayden, Lanie, and Cami of Hull, Destiny and Michael Jannise of Houston, Bessie Fregia, Ray Allen Fregia, Raye Ann and Deke Massey and children Mason, Parker, and Karson of Vidor.

A service of remembrance will be Saturday, January 19, 2019, at 2:00 p.m. at LifePoint UPC in Daisetta with Reverend Lonnie Jordan officiating, interment will follow at Guedry Cemetery. A gathering of Mrs. Brenda's family and friends will be Friday, January 18, 2019, from 5:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. also at LifePoint UPC.

Honoring Mrs. Brenda as pallbearers will be Kelly Hoover, Richard Taylor, Michael Fregia, Bryce Fregia, Michael Jannise, and J.T. Greek. Honorary pallbearer will be Kenny Caruthurs.

Bailey William E. Bailey, II, 84, resident of Baytown, Texas and formerly of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, passed away on Monday, January 14, 2019 at his home, surrounded by his loving family.

He was born on July 16, 1934 in Lewistown, Pennsylvania to the late Paul and Ida Yeager Bailey. He graduated from Lewistown High School in 1952 and proudly served his country during the Korean Conflict in the United States Marine Corps.

Bill was a resident of Baytown since 1975 after relocating from Pittsburgh. He retired from Bechtel with more than 30 years in the oil and gas industry. Bill pursued many interests, some of which included fishing, collecting guns, building models, working puzzles and setting up train sets with his grandsons. He was an avid sports fan who was dedicated to the Pittsburgh Steelers but tolerated the Texans.  He also enjoyed watching wrestling on TV. But the thing he loved to do the most, was spending time with his family. Bill was very involved with the Boy Scouts of America and was a Scout Master for Pack 813. He enjoyed participating in scouting activities with his troop.

Bill was honest to a fault and was not afraid to share his opinion. He loved his family dearly and was most proud of his grandchildren. Bill will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved him.

Bill was preceded in death by his parents; his sisters Mary Elizabeth Bailey and Francis Bailey Hughes; his brother James Paul Bailey; and his grandparents James and Julia Yeager and William E. and Carrie Bailey. He leaves behind to cherish his memory, his loving wife of 60 years, Arvely M. Bailey; his sons William E. Bailey and wife Lorry of Seabrook, Jeffrey M. Bailey and wife Marcie Gretza of Pearland and Robert D. Bailey and wife Donna of Dayton; his daughter Teresa L. Bailey-Hartis and husband Tommy of Highlands; his grandchildren Ryan Bailey and wife Lindsay of Dayton, Daniel Dillard and wife Jessica of Dayton, Jeremy Dillard of Dayton, Pierce Bailey of Seabrook, Paige Maxwell and husband John of League City, Jackson Bailey and wife Alex of Katy, Michael Bailey, Pfc USN of San Diego, Christopher Bailey of Baytown, David Hartis of Baytown and John Cumbie of Dayton; his great-grandchildren Krystian, Kaycee and Riley Bailey and Chase, Carson and Tessa Dillard; his sister Donna Bailey Corder of Washington; his brothers Michael Bailey of Missouri, Paul Bailey of Virginia and John Bailey of Houston; and a host of other loving relatives, friends and anyone that knew him as Papa Bill.

Friends are invited to visit with the family from 5pm until 8pm on Friday, January 18, 2019 in the chapel of Sterling Funeral Home, 602 N. Main Street, Dayton, Texas. A funeral service will be held at 2pm on Saturday, January 19, 2019 at Sterling Funeral Home, with Pastor Jeffrey Giberson officiating. A private family inurnment will be held at a later date in Sterling White Cemetery in Highlands, Texas.

Condolences and memories may be shared online at www.sterlingfuneralhome.com

Noack Edwin Earl ‘Butch” Noack, 76, of Dayton, passed away Friday, January 11, 2019.

Butch was born October 12, 1942 to parents Edwin Frank “Ed” Noack and Emma Lou Crocker Noack. 

Services for Mr. Noack will be 2:00 p.m., Wednesday, January 16, 2019 at Simmons Bottom Assembly of God Church in Simmons Bottom. Interment will follow at Ryan Cemetery in Tarkington Prairie. The family will receive friends from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. on Tuesday evening at Pace-Stancil Funeral Home in Dayton. 

Butch was a lifelong resident of Dayton and member of the Simmons Bottom Assembly of God Church, where he served as a deacon. Butch loved spending time with his children, grandchildren and his brother, Paul. He enjoyed sitting in the yard watching for deer, fishing in the river and watching westerns. 

Butch was preceded in death by his parents. He is survived by his wife, Jelene Noack; sons, Eddie Noack and wife, Karen, Michael Noack and wife, Angie, David Coulter, Mitchell Coulter, and Robbie Noack; daughter, Jana Noack-Jett and husband, James; brother, Paul Noack and wife, Doris; grandchildren, Ashley, Ryan, Zachary, Karrie, Brice, Brendan, Leah, Emma, Erin, Christian, Leah, Emily, James, Luke, Alyssa, Jeremy, Dalton, Kierstin, Coby, Chance, Collin and Nevaeh; 12 great-grandchildren, 1 great-great grandchild, numerous nephews, nieces, other relatives and friends.

Ripkowski Mary Agnes Osbolt Ripkowski, 91, of Dayton passed away Saturday, January 12, 2019 in Liberty, Texas.

Mary was born January 16, 1927 in Liberty, Texas to parents, Frank and Mary Zagar Osbolt.

Mass of Christian burial will be 10:00 a.m., Thursday, January 17, 2019 at St. Joseph the Worker Catholic Church in Dayton.  Interment will follow at Magnolia Park Cemetery. The family will receive friends 5:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. on Wednesday, January 16, 2019 at Pace-Stancil Funeral Home.  Rosary will be held at 7:00 p.m., Wednesday evening. Serving Mrs. Ripkowski as pallbearers will be John Ripkowski, Jay Hale, Cory Ripkowski, Dr. Brent Hale, Rick Loggins and Ronnie Pratka.

Mary was a lifelong resident of the Dayton and Liberty area.  She was a member of St. Joseph the Worker Catholic Church and the Alter Society.  She enjoyed activities at the Dayton Senior Citizens Center.  Mary formerly worked as a telephone operator and at the Dayton ISD tax office.

Mrs. Ripkowski was preceded in death by her parents; her husband of 61 years, Leon J. Ripkowski; her brothers, Joe Osbolt, Frank Osbolt, Edward Osbolt, Valentine Osbolt, Antone Osbolt, and Stephen Osbolt; her sisters, Francis Million, Pauline Loggins, Rose Osbolt, and Margarette Pugh.  She is survived by her children, John Ripkowski and wife Shari of Dayton, Annette Taylor and husband Jim of Liberty, Jeanette Hale and husband Jay of Dayton; grandsons, Cory Ripkowski of Dayton, Shane Iler of Liberty, Stuart Iler and wife Leah of Hardin, and Dr. Brent Hale of Dayton; great granddaughters, Cameron Ripkowski and Ivy Iler; also numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.  

The family has requested that in lieu of flowers memorials may be made to St. Joseph’s Alter Society or Dayton Senior Citizen Center. 

McDaniel Beverly Jean McDaniel, 72, of Dayton, passed away Thursday, January 10, 2019, at her home surrounded by family and friends.

Beverly was born January 18, 1946, in Liberty, Texas, to parents James William Robinson and Ava Jewel Majors

Graveside services for Beverly will be Tuesday, January 15, 2019, at 2: p.m. at Ryan Cemetery in Dayton. Family will receive friends from 10 a.m. to 12 noon at Pace-Stancil Funeral Home in Dayton. Serving as pallbearers will be Ken Hooper, Jesse Hooper, Robbie Hobbs, Mike Votaw, Coby Votaw and James Tucker.

Beverly was a lifelong resident of Dayton. She was a devoted mother, grandmother and friend.  She loved her flowers and working in the yard. Beverly worked in accounting and sales most of her life.

Beverly was preceded in death by her parents and her son, Charles Slankard. She is survived by her son, Kenneth Monroe Hooper and wife, Sharlot; brother, Franklin Monroe Robinson, grandchildren, Jessica Lewis, Charlotte McLester, Brittany Inman and Jesse Hooper;  her forever friends, Ann Tucker, Donnie Coker and Linda Wilcher; also numerous other relatives and friends.

Rhame Melody Sherrill Rhame, 64, of Dayton, passed away, Wednesday, January 9, 2019.

Melody was born November 9, 1954 in Nederland, Texas, to parents, Wesley and Velma Perry Read.

Services for Mrs. Rhame will be 2:00 p.m., Monday, January 14, 2019 at Pace-Stancil Funeral Home in Dayton. Interment will follow at Magnolia Park Cemetery, Dayton. The family will receive friends from 12:00 noon to 2:00 p.m. prior to the service. Serving as pallbearers will be Michael Rhame, Chris Lee, Charlie Palermo, Tim Rhame, Cecil Rhame, and Cody Rhame.

Melody lived in Dayton since 1993. She enjoyed fishing, camping, sitting by the fire and loved the beach. 

Melody was preceded in death by her parents. She is survived by her husband of 27 ½ years, Gene Rhame; her son Michael Rhame and wife Rene; her daughters, Melody Gibson, Melissa Gibson, and Shandalynn Rhame; brother, Dub Read and wife Ronda; sister, Kelly Lee and husband Chris; grandchildren Aleigha Gibson Lilburn (USN) and husband, Jaden, Jhayden Rhame, Kaylen Rhame, Trysten Tanner, Mayson Rhame and Destynee Tanner; also numerous nieces and nephews, other relatives and friends. In addition, Mrs. Rhame was expecting her first great-grandchild.

Losier-Carter Nikki Lynn Losier-Carter, 51, lifelong resident of Baytown, Texas, passed away on Thursday, January 10, 2019 in Baytown surrounded by her family.

She was born on December 6, 1967 in Baytown to Orville and Melba Bishop Losier. She attended school in the Barbers Hill ISD. Nikki worked for more than ten years as a florist with Kroger in Baytown before retiring.

Nikki was an outspoken and brutally honest woman. She had no boundaries but was very caring and had a huge heart. Nikki would give the shirt off her back if someone needed it. She was a loving mother, grandmother, sister and friend to many who was protective of her boys and her family.

Nikki enjoyed fishing, gambling, playing slots and poker. But her favorite hobby was spending time with her children, grandchildren, brother and family. Nikki also loved and adored her fur-babies (Pekinese dogs) almost as much as she loved her children. She will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved her.

Nikki was preceded in death by her parents; her husband of 10 years, Alton “Tom” Carter; her brother Yank Losier; her sister Janet Page; and her beloved fur baby Squeaky. She leaves behind to cherish her memory, her children Chance Brown and wife Raedean of the Highlands, Patrick Brown, Jr. and girlfriend Denise Urias of Baytown, Barbi Fontenot and husband Ragis of Raywood and Tim Vavra and girlfriend Kati Shipman of Cove; her grandchildren Brooke and Colton Brown, Paislee Miller and Waylin Galvan; her brother Joe Losier and wife Julene of Old River-Winfree; her sisters Missy Losier and fiancé Dion Tucker of Lake Jackson and Jodie Blankenship of Friendswood; numerous nieces and nephews; and a host of other loving relatives and friends.

Honoring the family by serving as pallbearers will be Chance Brown, Patrick Brown, Tim Vavra, Dustin Losier, Brett Losier, Joe Losier, Josh Losier and Gavin Burgess.

Friends are invited to visit with the family from 12pm until 2pm on Monday, December 14, 2019 in the chapel of Sterling Funeral Home, 602 N Main Street, Dayton, Texas. A funeral service will begin at 2pm in the chapel with Pastor Keith Brown officiating. A graveside service and committal will immediately follow in Palms Memorial Park in Dayton.

Condolences and memories may be shared online at www.sterlingfuneralhome.com

Nugent Pastor Ray James Nugent, 72, of Rye went to be with his Lord and Savior on Tuesday, January 8, 2019, at his residence with his family by his side.

A homegoing service will be held on Saturday, January 12, 2019, at 3:00 P.M. at Solid Rock Full Gospel Church in Votaw, with Pastor Nathan Hendrix, officiating. Interment will follow at Solid Rock Full Gospel Cemetery next to the church. There will be a gathering of family and friends on Friday, January 11, 2019, beginning at 5:00 P.M. at the church.

Serving as pallbearers are Daniel Nugent, Keith Gilbert, James Nugent, John Peden, Joey Conner, Cameron Johnston.

A native of Liberty, Pastor Ray had lived in Rye and was pastor of Solid Rock Full Gospel Church for 19 years. He was preceded in death by his parents, Ray Nugent and Daisy Fregia. Grandson, Charles Randall Peden II.
great-grandson, Caleb Mitchell Smith, and great-granddaughter, Raylynn K.R. Nugent.

Survivors include wife, Ruby Nugent of Rye, and son Donald Nugent of Dayton. Daughters, Lisa Peden and husband Charles of Rye; Melissa Gilbert and husband Keith of Thicket; Daisy Guillory and husband Phillip of Rye; Vanessa Conner and husband Joey of Dalton GA; Kristena Johnston and husband Ernie of Rye; Louise Horton of Dayton. Brothers, Jessie Nugent of Hull; Roy Nugent of Dayton; Jerry Nugent of Liberty; Johnny Nugent of Hull. Sisters, Raffey Taylor of Liberty; Virginia Gray of Liberty, Fanney Young of Baytown. Grandchildren; 24, and Great Grandchildren; 42, and a host of loving friends.

Perry Mary Katherine Perry of Liberty, Texas passed away peacefully in her home on Saturday, January 5th, 2019 at the age of 93.

Mary Katherine was born on February 14th, 1925 in Kirbyville, Texas to George and Marietta Willis.  Mary Katherine and her parents moved to Houston during her adolescence where she graduated from Lamar High School. 

After high school she met Royal Henderson Perry who she married in 1942 prior to his deployment to the Pacific Theatre with the U.S. Army in WWII.  Upon his return from service they made their home in College Station where Henderson, “Henkie” to his friends, received his doctorate in veterinary medicine.  Mary Katherine worked in the administrative offices of Texas A&M during their years in College Station and became a loyal Aggie fan.  After college the young couple made their home in Liberty, Texas where they opened their veterinarian clinic on Main Street and began their long careers of caring for the pets and livestock of the families of Liberty County.  Mary Katherine was a dedicated member of the Liberty County A&M Mothers Club and served a term as treasurer of the Federation of Texas A&M Mothers Club. She rarely missed an Aggie home game at Kyle Field.  She and the family attended the United Methodist Church, and she was a well-known member of the local community who enjoyed saying hello to neighbors and their pets on her morning walks.  She will be missed by old friends and family alike.

Mary Katherine was preceded in death by her parents and her husband of 65 years, Dr. R. H. Perry.  She is survived by her sons Jerry Perry and wife Cathy, Jim Perry; and daughters Kathy Richardson and husband David, Kris Peck and husband James; grandchildren Jerry Jr., Angie, Jay, and Nicki as well as numerous great grandchildren. 

In lieu of flowers the family requests that memorials be made in Mary Katherine’s memory to the ASPCA using the following link: https://secure.aspca.org/team/Mary-Katherine-Perry-Memorial or mailing address 520 Eighth Avenue 7th Floor New York, New York 10018.

A private burial will be held at a later date. Arrangements have been entrusted to Allison Funeral Service.

Beene Sherry Mozelle Beene, 79, of Dayton passed away on January 5, 2019 in Baytown, Texas.

She was born October 1, 1939 in Houston, Texas to parents, Carl Otho Sligar and Mozelle Justice Sligar.

Services for Mrs. Beene will be 12 Noon, Thursday, January 10, 2019 at Pace-Stancil Funeral Home Chapel with Brother Joe Tripp officiating.  Interment will follow at Brookside Memorial Park in Houston.  The family will receive friends 5:00 to 7:00 p.m., Wednesday evening at Pace-Stancil.

Mrs. Beene had been a resident of Dayton for the past 10 years after moving from Brazoria.  She was formerly a member of the Lions Club and had been den mother for the Cub Scouts.  She was a kind and giving person and will be missed by all that knew and loved her.

Sherry was preceded in death by her parents, her husband of 54 years, Cleatus “Pinto” Beene; brothers, Otho Sligar, Jack Sligar, and Wesley Sligar.  She is survived by her sons, Robert Keeener and wife Jodi, Darrien Beene, and Kevin Beene and wife Pam; daughter, Brandy Henry and Chris Slaughter; also numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. 

Brannen Larry Eugene Brannen, Sr., 71, of Liberty passed away January 5, 2019 in Houston, Texas.

  He was born May 24, 1947 in Little Rock, Arkansas to parents, Lloyd George Brannen and Jeanette Glamore Brannen.

Service for Larry will be 10:00 a.m., Friday, January 11, 2019 at Pace-Stancil Funeral Home Chapel with Christopher Brannen officiating.  The family will receive friends 5:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m.,  Thursday evening, January 10, 2019 at Pace-Stancil Funeral Home, Dayton. 

Larry had been a resident of the Liberty area since 1983.  He was an asbestos worker for over 53 years and worked in sheet metal.  He owned several business through his life.  Larry was a fisherman, shrimper and outdoors man.  

He was preceded in death by his parents, brother Ben Brannen, and daughter Velvet Dee Brannen. He is survived by sons, David Brannen, and Larry Brannen, Jr. and wife Laura, his devoted partner, Roeuy Brannen; brother, Hershel Brannen and wife Delores; grandchildren, Nikki Juarez and husband Nathan; sisters-in-law, Johnnie Brannen and Margaret Brannen; nephew, Chris Brannen and wife Emily; niece, Kristi Huff and husband Allen; great nieces, Allison Huff Manry and Erika Morgan; great nephew, Benjamin Brannen; cousin, Terry Kramer and children, Charlie and Kevin, and many other relatives and friends.

Bergquist Linda Kay Bergquist, 57 of Anahuac, Texas passed away on Wednesday January 2, 2019 at Bayside Community Hospital in Anahuac, Texas.

She was born on August 12, 1961 in Berwyn, Illinois to the late David and Carolyn Sakowicz. Linda spent most of her childhood life in Illinois where she was very involved in the ROTC program. She also lived in Tennessee before moving to Anahuac in 1978 where she graduated from Anahuac High School in 1979. She went on to College where she earned her degree in Nursing. Linda reconnected with the love of her life, Scott Bergquist later marrying him on October 4, 1986. She enjoyed sewing, riding her horse “Jet” and showing her Rottweiler “Banshee” at dog shows. Linda was very positive, stubborn at times, outspoken, very loving, she would do anything for anyone and she was very strong willed.

She is preceded in death by her parents, David and Carolyn Sakowicz; sister, Diana Sakowicz.

Linda leaves behind to cherish her memory her loving husband of 32 years Scott Bergquist; sons, Andrew and his wife Amanda Bergquist, and Brian and his wife Shelbi Bergquist; grandchildren, Aubree Hewitt, Andy Bergquist, Aeryn Bergquist, Evin Bergquist and unborn Waylon Bergquist; brother, David Sakowicz II and his wife Sheila; best friend, Susan Wistrand and husband Tom.

Friends are invited to gather with the family at 1pm on January 10, 2019 at Sterling Funeral Home in Anahuac located at 1201 S. Main St. Anahuac, Texas. Services will begin at 2pm with interment to follow at Anahuac Cemetery.
Condolences and memories may be shared online at www.sterlingfuneralhome.com

Oliver Leland Thompson Oliver, 68, of Dayton passed away on January 1, 2019.

He was born January 13, 1950 in Garden City, Kansas to parents Sylvester Thompson Oliver and Opal Dunsworth Oliver.  

Services for Mr. Oliver will be at 1:00 p.m., Wednesday, January 9, 2019 at Pace-Stancil Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Harlo Hakes officiating.  Interment will follow the service at Palms Memorial Park Cemetery in Dayton.  The family will receive friends 5:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m., Tuesday evening at Pace-Stancil in Dayton.  Serving as pallbearers will be Steed Kelley, James Kelley, Chance Oliver, Cable Oliver, Michael Oliver, and Kevin Brent.  Honorary pallbearers are Roy Oliver, Cody Oliver, and Dave Hiebert.

Leland had been a resident of Dayton since the early 90’s and was a former resident of Sheldon.  He was an accomplished carpenter who loved tinkering on sports cars in his spare time.  He enjoyed riding his Harley and loved giving his children and later his grandchildren the ride of their lives. Through the years, he supported, inspired and lead his children by example. He taught them many life skills and took turns coaching them in little league. Most importantly, together with his wife and children, he accepted Christ as his Savior and followed in baptism at the First Baptist Church of Sheldon. Leland will be remembered as a man of self-sacrifice...a real life hero to his children.

Mr. Oliver was preceded in death by his parents; his wife, Linda Oliver; sisters, Darlene Dickson and Velda Holsten.  He is survived by sons, Chance Oliver and wife Blanca, Cable Oliver and wife Sarah, Steed Kelley, James Kelley and wife Penny, Michael Oliver and wife Pamela; daughter, Dionne Hiebert and husband Dave; grandchildren, Samantha, Sydney, Nathan, Angel, Micah, Max, Gabriela, Taylor, Owen, Sam, Eli, Josh, T.J., Kasey, Cody, and Ashlynn; great grandchildren, Nevaeh and Rhiannon; brother, Elmer Oliver and wife Linda; sister, Betty Brent and husband Lavon; numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends

Spallino Jimmie Lawrence Spallino Sr. age 76 of Liberty passed away Tuesday January 1, 2019 at Memorial Hermann Hospital.

Jimmie was born March 27, 1942 in Independence, LA., the son of the late Albert Spallino Sr. and Annie Ogima Spallino.

Jimmie enjoyed watching sports and cooking. No one ever left Jimmie’s house hungry. A true salesman, Jimmie sold cars for a number of years in Hammond, Louisiana and later in life sold insurance.  He studied his bible and enjoyed speaking about the bible’s teachings as a full-time Jehovah’s Witness Minister for over twenty years.

He was preceded in death by his parents as well as his brothers Johnny, Jake, Steve, and Sam Spallino.

He leaves behind to cherish his memory his beloved wife of fifty-three years Dorothy Spallino of Liberty, son Jimmie “Oreo” Spallino and his wife Tracie of Hammond, LA., daughter Monica Morrison and husband Jonathan of Liberty, daughter Melissa Harris and her husband Jeremy of Baytown, son Paul Arguello of Liberty, brother Joe Spallino and wife Betty of Crowley, LA., sister Jenny Spallino of Denham Springs, LA., and a brother Albert Spallino and his wife Maggie of New Orleans, LA. In addition, he leaves his five grandchildren Tatum Quiroz, Tabatha Davis, Taylor Christophe, Christopher Morrison, and Lauren Hernandez, one great-grandchild Reece James Davis, and numerous nieces and nephews. All who knew and loved him will sadly miss him.

A memorial service for Jimmie will be held 3PM Saturday January 5, 2019 at the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witness 3716 Hwy 90 Liberty, Texas. Condolences and memories can be shared online at www.allisonfuneralservice.com.

Helms Crystal Mae Helms, 36, of Honey Island passed away Saturday December 29, 2018 at her residence surrounded by her loving family.

A service of remembrance will be held on Friday January 4, 2018 at 2:00 P.M. at Emmanuel Baptist Church of Honey Island with Pastor Mel Rowell officiating. Interment will follow at Sutton Cemetery in Honey Island. The family will be receiving friends on Thursday January 3, 2019 from 4:00 P.M. until 8:00 P.M. at Emmanuel Baptist Church.

Serving as pallbearers are Michael Helms, Ricky Elmer, Jeremy Elmer, Michael Wallace Jr. Archie Lancaster, Lonnie Brown.

Crystal was born January 1, 1982 in Beaumont, to Robert Lee Morse and Deborah Sherlene Sutton. She had lived in Honey Island and Kountze area most of her life and had worked as a Medical Encoder. Crystal had many hobbies which included fishing, and watching drag racing at Ben Bruce Memorial Raceway in Evadale. She was a jokester and prankster always making her friends and family laugh. She loved being outdoors, camping, going to the beach, gambling, and singing in musicals and karaoke. She was proud of the fact that she had graduated college with high honors.

Survivors are her husband, Glen Helms of Honey Island; parents, Robert Morse of Village Mills, and Deborah Morse of Honey Island. Son, Skyler Morse of Honey Island, and step-son, Michael Helms of Vidor; step-daughter, Amanda Helms of Lake Jackson.

Carpenter Rosa Lee Carpenter, 93, of Hardin, Texas passed away, Tuesday, January 1, 2019 at Magnolia Place Healthcare surrounded by her loving family.

She was born on February 24, 1925 in Anson, Texas to Clee William Fitzgerald and Juanita Mearl Rector Fitzgerald.
Rosa was a loving and devoted wife, mother, grandmother, sister and friend. The oldest of seven children, she was a true caretaker from a very early age. Rosa was a responsible person and you could always depend on her. She loved her family fiercely and took great pride in having raised her children in the church and instilling them with good values. She truly enjoyed cooking large family meals but most of all she just loved spending time with her family.

Rosa gave her children wonderful Christmases and memories for them to cherish forever. She enjoyed being a homemaker and tending to her yard. And, while she loved to cook, she also enjoyed going out to eat. In her spare time, she liked to watch the Turner classic movie channel. She also liked to watch Everybody loves Raymond and Golden Girls. Rosa will be missed by all those fortunate enough to have met her.

Rosa was preceded in death by her parents; Clee and Juanita Fitzgerald; Daughter, Linda Dale Smith; Sisters, Juanita Jean Fitzgerald, Betty Jean Fitzgerald, Oletha Overbay; Brothers, Leonard Fitzgerald, Alton Fitzgerald and Cleon Fitzgerald. She leaves behind to cherish her memory, Daughters Brenda Cammareri of Hardin, Connie Smith and husband Richard of Dayton, Janice Hill of Missouri City, Darla Porter and husband Bert David of Hardin; son Curtis Porter and wife Rhonda of Hardin; step-sons Keith Carpenter and wife Michele of Hardin, Roland Carpenter and wife Gloria of Arizona; seventeen Grandchildren, thirty-three Great-Grandchildren, nine Great-Great-Grandchildren and a host of other loving relatives and friends.

Honoring the family by serving as pallbearers are Michael Cammareri, Jim Passmore, Jason Passmore, George Green, Bert David and Mike Wagner. Pastor Gideon Watson of Hardin Methodist Church will be officiating.
Friends are invited to visit with family from 5pm until 8pm on Friday, January 4, 2019 in the chapel of Allison Funeral Service, 1101 N. Travis, Liberty, Texas 77575. Funeral services will be held Saturday, January 5, 2019 at 10:30am at Allison Funeral Service. A graveside service will immediately follow at Hardin Chapel Cemetery.

The family would like to thank Magnolia Place Healthcare and Kindred hospice for the excellent care for Rosa.

Tribute or word of condolence can be shared with the family by visiting www.allisonfuneralservice.com