Spence Wanda Ann Templeton Spence, 47, of Liberty passed away Tuesday, November 12, 2019 in Houston, Texas.

Wanda was born December 29, 1971 in Tomball, Texas to parents, Gerald Lavon Templeton and Reba Katherine Campbell Templeton.

Graveside service for Wanda will be 11:00 a.m., Friday, November 22, 2019 at the Hardin Chapel Cemetery in the Pavilion.  The family will receive friends 5:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. on Thursday evening, November 21, 2019 at Pace-Stancil Funeral Home in Dayton.

Wanda had lived most of her life in the Dayton and Liberty area.  She graduated from Dayton High School in 1989.  She had worked at J.J.’s Chevron, at Brown and Root, Coach USA and the city of Dayton volunteer EMS.  She loved her family but especially her great nephew and niece.

Wanda was preceded in death by her grandparents, Jearldene Campbell and Brandeaux “Bub” Campbell; her father, Gerald Templeton; and her sister, Lana Templeton.  She leaves behind to cherish her memory her mother, Reba Templeton of Liberty; brother, Spencer Templeton and wife Rockie Templeton of Dayton; niece, Brittanee Templeton of Dayton; nephew, Bradley Templeton of Dayton; great nephew, Jose Hendrix of Dayton; aunt, Judy McWhorter of Liberty; Uncles, Mark Campbell and wife Terri of Dayton and Royce Kirkpatrick of Dayton; niece, Javalyn “Ava” Bolt of Liberty; and her adopted sister, Marjorie Bolt of Liberty.

Doucette Dennis Ray Doucette, 66, of Saratoga, passed away Friday, November 8, 2019, at Kountze Nursing Center surrounded by his loving family.

Dennis was born on February 12, 1953, in Silsbee, TX to the late Herman Doucette and Sarah Lee Campbell. Dennis was a retired oil field worker. He proudly served his country in the US Navy. Dennis was a faithful servant at New Life Church in Batson, TX. He loved his children and Paw-Paw enjoyed his grandchildren. He was a friendly person who never met a stranger. In his early years, he loved to fish and was mechanically inclined. He will be greatly missed by all who loved him.

Dennis is preceded in death by his parents; son, Don Richard "Buckshot" Doucette; brother, Herman Bruce Doucette; sister, Violet Marie Doucette; and granddaughter, Caringtin Mosley.

Those left to honor his memory are his daughters, Ramona Payne and husband Justin of Lumberton, Leona Lindsey and husband Mark of Sour Lake; sisters, Judy Bourgeous and husband Burl of Waco TX, Mary L. Wicker and husband Ed of Nacogdoches, Barbara L. Campbell and husband Ben of Saratoga, and Pamela S. Doucette of Saratoga; grandchildren, Trystin Payne, Brett Payne, Kensie Doucette, Lance Mosley, Ailey Lindsey, and Coleman Lindsey; great-grandson, Westyn Price; numerous nieces, nephews, and a host of loving family and friends.

A service of remembrance will be held on Sunday, November 10, 2019, at 3:00 p.m. at New Life Church with Reverend Bill Campbell officiating, a private interment to follow. A gathering of Dennis' family and friends will also be on Sunday at New Life Church from 1:00 p.m. until 3:00 p.m.

Honoring Dennis as pallbearers are Danny Smith, Brandon Campbell, Rodney Fregia, Michael Wicker, Nathan Wicker, and Coy Duty. Honorary pallbearers are Mark Lindsey and Justin Payne

In lieu of flowers, the family request that donations be made to New Life Church in Batson, TX.

Fregia John Wayne Fregia, 57, of Hull, passed away Thursday, November 7, 2019, at Kingwood Hospital in Kingwood, TX surrounded by his loving family.

John was born on April 27, 1962, in Liberty, TX to the late John L. Fregia and Nellie Mae Lee. John was a caring father. He enjoyed getting up early in the day to "go junkin". John never met a stranger and was known to give a helping hand or advice. He will be missed by all who knew him.

John is preceded in death by his parents; brother, Roger Dale Fregia; and sister, Ollie Hebert

Those left to cherish his memory are his dear wife, Genell Burr of Hull; sons, Christopher W. Fregia of Hull, and Jason D. Fregia of Hull; daughter, Danielle F. Fregia; brothers, Curtis Fregia and wife Cheryl of Hull, Kenneth Fregia and wife Tanya of Daisetta; sisters, Jane Blackwell and husband Richard of Houma, LA, Kathy Story of Houma, LA, Peggy Parker and husband James of Raywood, Margaret Leon and husband Roy of Raywood, and JoAnn Pavliska of Liberty; grandchildren, Cayden Izaguirre, and Bailey Fregia; numerous nieces, nephews, and a host of loving family and friends.

A service of remembrance will be on Tuesday, November 12, 2019, at 12:00 p.m., at Faith & Family Funeral Services Inc. with Brother Robbie Jackson officiating, interment to follow at Oak Dale Cemetery in Hull, TX. A gathering of Mr. Fregia's family and friends will also be on Tuesday from 10:00 a.m. until 12:00 p.m. at Faith & Family Funeral Services.

Honoring Mr. Fregia as pallbearers are Ricky Moore, Richard Leon, Doug Leon, Randy Fregia, James Peak, Frankie Gaston, and Curt Fregia. Honorary pallbearers are Chris Fregia and Chris Davis.

Gibson Barbara Ann Gibson, 78, lifelong resident of Liberty County, passed away peacefully on November 10, 2019 at her home in Dayton, Texas,

surrounded by her loving family. She was born on September 8, 1941 in Liberty, Texas to the late Emmitt C. and Fannie Lee Wade Carlton.

Barbara was dedicated to serving the Lord and was a member of Trinity Baptist Church in Dayton. She would volunteer her time at the church and she especially enjoyed helping with the Fall Festival. Barbara was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, sister and friend to many. She will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved her.

Barbara pursued many interests, some of which included sewing, quilting and crocheting. She even made her daughter’s matching outfits when they were small children. Barbara’s favorite hobby of all was spending quality time with her family, grandchildren, great-grandchildren and her beloved chihuahua “Baby”. She was an avid fan of the Houston Astros and her all time favorite players were Jeff Bagwell, Craig Biggio and Jose Altuve.

Barbara was preceded in death by her parents; her husband of 36 years Floyd A. Smith, Jr.; her son Robert Earl Smith; and her sisters Emmerline Joiner and Dottie Sheffield. She leaves behind to cherish her loving memory, her husband Clyde Gibson of Dayton; her daughters Rennetta Foster and husband Michael of Conroe and Tina Kennedy and husband Carl of Dayton; her daughter-in-law Cheri Smith of Dayton; her grandchildren Kelli, Kimberly, Matthew, Ashley, Aaron, Ryan, Topanga, Michael, Kevin, Travis, Chyann and Stephanee; her numerous great-grandchildren; her brother Robert Carlton and wife Karen of Dayton; and a host of other loving relatives and friends.

Friends are invited to visit with the family from 2pm until 4pm on Saturday, November 16, 2019 in the chapel of Sterling Funeral Home, 602 N. Main Street in Dayton. A funeral service will be held at 1pm on Sunday, November 17, 2019 at the Sterling Funeral Home with Bro. Mike Blackburn officiating. A graveside service and committal will immediately follow in Magnolia Park Cemetery in Dayton.

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

Fisher Velma Irene (Buchanan) Fisher, age 95, of Liberty, Texas went to be with her Lord and Savior on Sunday, November 10, 2016.

She was born on June 18, 1925 in Harwood, Texas to Floyd William Buchanan and Hattie Cain Buchanan. On December 5, 1941 she married Edwin Martin Fisher. She was a member of Heights Baptist Church in Liberty. Velma enjoyed cooking and visiting with her family and friends.

Velma was preceded in death by her parents; husband Edwin M. Fisher; son Dana Lloyd and wife Loretta Jeanette Fisher; son Kenneth Martin and granddaughter Valerie Jeanette Fisher. She is survived by son Rocky Fisher of Beach City, Texas; daughter-in-law Ann Fisher of Dayton, Texas; grandson Howard Fisher of Deer Park, Texas granddaughter Ashli Fisher; great-grandsons William and Tony Fisher; great-granddaughters Addalyn Fisher and Marcelina Podkowinski and numerous nieces and nephews.

Honoring the family by serving as pallbearers are Brian Wood, Brandon Wood, Skip Pillsbury, Patrick Anderson, Wayne Andrew, Bobby Faneros, Mark Sanders and Eric Evans.

Friends are invited to visit with the family from 5pm-8pm on Wednesday, November 13, 2019 in the chapel at Allison Funeral Service, 1101 N. Travis Liberty, Texas 77575. Funeral services will be held on Thursday, November 14, 2019 at 10am at Allison Funeral Service with Pastor Tim Gruver of Heights Baptist Church officiating.
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Deckert Mitchell Glenn Deckert, aged 63, passed away peacefully on October 29, 2019 at Hospice in The Pines in Lufkin, Texas.

Mitchell was born on September 30, 1956 to parents Joe E. Deckert and Joyce Ellen McCreight Deckert.

Mitchell loved the Dallas Cowboys, Elvis Presley and of course the Hull Daisetta Bobcats. He loved to sing, play his music box and enjoyed talking to everyone. Mitchell resided at Lufkin State Supported Living Center in Lufkin for fifty-five years before Jesus took him to heaven. We will miss him very much but being a Christian we know we will get to see him again.

Mitchell was preceded in death by his parents; Grandparents Charlie and Myrtle McCreight, Joe and Rissie Deckert. He is left to cherish his memory his sister Karen Gandy or Hull, TX; Brother Bevil Deckert and wife Diana of Port Neches, TX; nieces Heather Johnson of Alvin, TX, Felicia Scott & friend Rick of Hull, TX; Kara Metcalf & husband Jared of Pittsburg, PA; nephews Brandon Deckert & wife Crystal of Groves, Johnathon Deckert of Groves; Great Nephew Zachary Deckert of Groves; Great nieces Anistyn Deckert of Groves; Madalyn Metcalf of Pittsburg, PA; Avery June Metcalf of Pittsburg, PA and many other loving relatives and friends.

A special thank you to all the staff at Lufkin State Supported Living Center for all the years you have provided such wonderful care of our loving precious Mitchell.
A graveside service will be held on Tuesday, November 5, 2019 at 10am at Guedry Cemetery in Batson.

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Myers Lillian Ruth Myers, 86, of Sour Lake, passed away on Thursday, October 31, 2019, at Christus St. Elizabeth Hospital in Beaumont.

Lillian worked most of her life in the food service industry, owning and running several cafés and restaurants. She became a grandmother in 1975 and has been known as Memaw ever since. She was everyone’s Memaw. She was the most giving person who would rather go without for herself, just to see the joy on someone’s face when she gave a gift. The love for her family, especially her great-grandchildren was unmatched

A service of remembrance will be held on Sunday, November 3, 2019, at 2:00 P.M. at Faith & Family Funeral Services Inc. with Reverend Joe Dougharty officiating. Interment will follow at Guedry Cemetery in Batson. Serving as pallbearers are Troy Gragg, Bill Gragg, Ralph Dougharty, Jimmy Marcantel, Gary West Jr. Chace Marcantel.

There will be a gathering of family and friends on Saturday, November 2, 2019, from 6:00 P.M. until 8:00 P.M. at Faith & Family Chapel. Lillian had lived in Beaumont most of her life before moving to Sour Lake and was a homemaker. She was preceded in death by her husband, Oran Myers. Sisters, Mildred Gragg, Evelyn Dougharty, Martha Trumble.

Survivors are her daughter, Pat West and husband Gary of Batson. Grandchildren, Gary West Jr. and wife Renee of Mont-Belvieu, Kimberly Marcantel and husband Jimmy of Sour Lake; Latricia West of Sour Lake. Great Grandchildren, Chase, Ashley, Madelyn, Byron, and Landon.

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Price William" Bill" Edgar Price Sr., 78, of Moss Hill, passed away on Wednesday, October 30,, 2019, in Moss Hill.

A service of remembrance will be held on Saturday November 2, 2019, at 2:00 p.m. at Moss Hill United Pentecostal Church with Reverend Michael Mahaney officiating. Interment will follow at Moss Hill, cemetery. Serving as pallbearers are Monte Price, Garrett Price, Morgan Price, Preston Price, Lance LaNormand, Cade Ray. Honorary pallbearers are Cory Renau, Corey Nance, Matias McCloskey, Ty Price, Woofie Price, David Price II.

The family will be receiving friends also on Saturday November 2, 2019, starting at 11:00 A.M. until time of service at Moss Hill Pentecostal Church. A native of Pana, Illinois Bill had lived in Moss Hill, most of his life and was a retired truck driver with 50 years of service. He was preceded in death by his wife Carol Ray Vanya; brothers, Ronnie Price, Richard Price, and Eugene Price and His parents, Uhl Price and Ima Jean Gass.

Survivors are his sons, William " Billy" Edgar Price Jr. and wife Kim of Baytown; David Wayne Price and wife Kim of Dallas; Jason Uhl Price and girlfriend Kellie of Cleveland; William Edgar Price III and wife B.J. of Batson; Mark Shirley and wife Scarlette of Moss Hill; James " Bubba" Shirley and wife Maria of Moss Hill. Daughter, Charlotte Price Barker and husband Raymond of Moss Hull. Brother, Jimmy Price and wife Theresa of Houston; sisters, Phyllis Price, Ula Price both of Illinois. Grandchildren, William " Woofie" Harland, Preston Price, Ty Price, Garrett Price, Morgan Price, Raynee Price, Josh Shirley, Austin Shirley, Candence Davis, Ashley Price Ballard, David Price II. Kensie Doucette, Kaylee Shirley, Adam Willis, Jesse Shirley, Brittany Shirley, Gracie Price, Monte Price, Kaylee Renau, Evan Barker, Stephanie McCloskey, Katelyn Barker, James Barker. Great grandchildren 30. 

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McCreight

Rex Allen McCreight of Liberty, passed away on Monday October 28, 2019, at MD Anderson Hospital in Houston. He was 62.

A native of Freeport, TX he had lived in Liberty, and had worked as a Safety Executive for Chevron. He was preceded in death by his parents, Marshall McCreight and Helen Compton.

He is survived by his wife, Priscilla McCreight of Moss Hill; sons, Luke McCreight of Austin; Marshall McCreight of Austin; step-son, Bradley Spaulding of Austin; step-daughter, McKaylie Pruitt of Austin; and brother, Stanley McCreight of Michigan.

A memorial service will be held at a later date.

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Poole Sidney Larue Poole, 76, passed away on Monday, October 28, 2019 in Houston, Texas.

He was born on January 4, 1943 in Livingston, Texas to Joe Poole and Lillian McPherson Poole. Sidney served in the United States Army and was honorably discharged in 1970. He loved hunting, fishing, barbequeing, and boating. He enjoyed riding motorcycles and also riding around with his wife, Tresa and his dog, Lily. Sidney had a wonderful sense of humor and was very funny. He was an incredibly hard worker and provider for his family. Sidney will be missed by all who knew and loved him.
He is preceded in death by his parents, Joe and Lillian Poole; and in-laws, Eileen and Thomas Repp.

Sidney is survived by his beloved wife Tresa; children, Floyd Poole, Sonya Wingate, and Hollis Poole and wife Jessica; grandchildren, Pierce Poole, Preston Poole, Haylee Poole, John Moya, Micah Moya, Kaylee Santos, and Kenna Poole; sister, Katherine Ray and husband Danny; canine companion and driving around buddy, Lily; and a host of extended family and friends.

Honoring the family by serving as pallbearers will be, Randy Heard, Anthony Poole, Scott Stiles, Bobby Mills, Marcus Rose, and Dennis Sammon.
Friends are invited to visit with the family beginning at 12:00pm on Friday, November 1, 2019, in the chapel of Sterling Funeral Home, 602 N. Main Street in Dayton. Funeral services will begin at 2:00pm. A graveside service and committal will immediately follow in Palms Memorial Park Cemetery in Dayton.

Gallegos Angel Gallegos, 24, of Dayton tragically passed away on October 28, 2019.

He was born September 3, 1995 in Mexico to parents, Pedro Torres and Maria Rosa Ramirez Gallegos.  

Service for Angel Gallegos will be 11:00 a.m., Saturday, November 2, 2019 at St. Joseph the Worker Catholic Church in Dayton.  Burial will follow at Palms Memorial Park Cemetery in Dayton.   Visitation will be 5:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. Friday, November 1, 2019 at Pace-Stancil Funeral Home, Dayton.  

Angel had lived in Dayton for the past 13 year after moving from Devers.  He worked as an substation mechanic for JBT Electric.  Angel enjoyed music and trucks.  He was a huge Philadelphia Eagles football fan.  He also loved being with his family and friends. 

Angel was preceded in death by his father, Pedro Gallegos.  He is survived by his mother, Maria R. Ramirez Gallegos; his grandmother, Antonia Torres Gallegos; his brothers, Alvaro Gallegos, Pedro Gallegos, and Francisco Gallegos; his sisters, Maria Gallegos and Ana Gallegos; numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

Scarbrough Britni Michelle Scarbrough, 26, of Dayton, left this earth on  Monday, October 28, 2019.

Britni was born December 1, 1992, in Baytown, Texas to parents Kirby Wagenseller and Sheryl Hohrine Wagenseller. 

Services for Britni will be 7:00 p.m., Tuesday, November 5, 2019 at Memorial Baptist Church North Campus, 14120 TX-146 in Mont Belvieu with Rev. Wes Hinote and Randy Piatt. 

Britni loved singing, music and kids. She loved to travel and wanted to make her roots in Colorado. She loved people and loved to laugh. She loved hard and was loved fiercely in return. She could come through the door like a hurricane. Britni was a life long resident of Dayton where she attended and graduated from Dayton High School.

Britni is survived by her husband, Seth Scarbrough; her parents, Kirby and Sheryl Wagenseller; her grandparents,  James and JoAnn Hohrine;  brothers, K.C. Wagenseller and Chase Wagenseller; also surviving are numerous aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins and other friends and relatives.

In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to Old River Baptist Church, 12948 FM 1409, Dayton, Texas, 77535, to fund the Guatemala 2020 Mission Trip to Compassion International to love on kids from that area.

Broussard On May 3, 1940, in Church Point Louisiana, the Lord blessed Aliday Sr. and Elda Semien with a beautiful baby girl whom they named Alice.

For many years, Alice worked in the Food Service Industry. She enjoyed love and laughter, family celebrations, washing clothes, drinking a cold beer, but most of all, Alice took the most joy in nurturing her grandchildren. Alice was also a master of cooking Creole and soul food. Alice married the love of her life, Daniel Broussard, on December 17, 1961, and to this glorious union there were three children: Scott Broussard, Melinda Broussard and Melissa Broussard.

She is preceded in death by her father, Aliday Semien, Sr., Mother, Elda Semien, Brothers, Allen Semien, Sr. , Warren Semien and Wallace Semien; Sisters: Mildred Semien, Mable Guillory, Mary Bush, Eva Trahan, Margaret Broussard and Rose Guillory.

She leaves to cherish her memory: son Scott Broussard, her daughters, Melinda Broussard (David), Melissa Broussard (Sydney), her sisters Elta Mouton, Cecelia Papillion (Silman), Joyce Semien, Aliday Semien, Jr. (Camelia). Six grandchildren, Kenisha King, Darrin Broussard (Ava), David Broussard (Abina), La Toya Broussard (Namon), Jerrod August(Maddie) and Allisin Broussard. Eight Great-grandchildren Niya Broussard, Karleon King, London Shaw, Gahnee Broussard, Joy Brown, Jaiden Brown, Paris Shaw, Jace Brown and a host of nieces and nephews.
A visitation will be held Friday, November 01, 2019, Wells Funeral Services (Althea P. Gibson Memorial Chapel), 300 Alabama St, Liberty, Tx. from 1:00pm – 6:00pm.  Ms. Broussard will lie-in-state Saturday, November 02, 2019 at Our Mother of Mercy Catholic Church - Ames, from 9:30am – 11:00am, rosary starts at 10:00am and mass will began -11:00am.
Interment – Our Mother of Mercy Catholic Church in Ames, Texas.

Hicks Connie Muriel Hicks,70, of Daisetta passed away Saturday, October 26, 2019, at her residence.

Ms Connie was a retired insurance underwriter for over 40 years. A long time resident of China, she was very active at First Baptist Church of China. Ms Connie loved to travel. Her journeys took her all over the US, Canada, Mexico and Alaska. Ms Connie was a devoted mother to her children and the best nanny to her grandchildren. Truly a faithful servant that will be greatly missed by all who loved her.

Ms Connie is preceded in death by her father, Albert Jack Johnson and loving husband of 22 years, Maxie Hicks.

Those left to cherish her memory are her mother, Lillie Muriel Johnson of Hull; son, David Hicks of Lumberton; daughter, Michelle Cooper and husband Josh of China; sister, Terri Flowers of Tarkington; brothers, Al Johnson of Batson, Curtis Johnson and wife Cathy of Daisetta; grandchildren, Aaron Jernigan, Abby Hicks, Joshua Cooper, Kylie Cooper; great granddaughter, Harper Landry, numerous nieces, nephews, family and a host of friends.

A service of remembrance will be held Wednesday, October 30, 2019, at 10:00 a.m. at First Baptist Church of Hull, 7207 FM 834, Hull, TX with Reverend Paul Fregia and Reverend Ben Taylor co-officiating. Interment will follow at Guedry cemetery in Batson. A gathering of family and friends will be Tuesday, October 29, 2019, from 5:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. at Faith & Family Funeral Services Inc. 40847 Hwy 105 E Batson Tx 77519.

Honoring Ms Connie as pallbearers are Jeremy Johnson, Jerod "Buck" Johnson, Curt Johnson, James Dean Moore, Aaron Jernigan and Joshua Cooper.
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Headrick Jimmy Ray Headrick, 77 of Dayton died October 27, 2019.

He was born May 12, 1942 in Sevierville, Tennessee to parents, Willie Ray and Jannie Juanita Headrick.

Service for Mr. Headrick will be 10:00 a.m., Friday, November 1, 2019 at Pace-Stancil Funeral Home in Dayton.  The family will receive friends 9:00 a.m. until service time at 10:00 a.m.

Mr. Headrick has lived in Dayton for the last 35 years after living in Tennessee, New Mexico, and the Orange/Port Arthur area.  He worked as a mechanic and was a ham radio and cb radio operator.  

Jimmy was preceded in death by his parents and his brother, Bobby Johnson.  He is survived by his wife, Patricia Headrick of Baytown; his children, Jessie Slaughter, James Dale Headrick and wife Judy, Janelle Shipman, John Headrick and wife Nan, Joy Scruggs, Chris Robinson and wife Penny, Nashanda Crockett and husband James and Amber Headrick; numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren; sister, Glenda McDonald and husband Jerry; numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

Tousha Chester Ottis Tousha Sr., 80, of Hull, TX. passed away on Wednesday, October 23, 2019, at Liberty Dayton Regional Medical Center in Liberty.

Mr. Tousha was born on August 6, 1939, to CB and Frances Tousha in Liberty. He married Doris Tousha on February 27, 1957, in La Porte, TX. Mr. Tousha lived his life in Hull, TX and was a loving and devoted father. He was a member of Hardin Baptist Church.

He was preceded in death by his brothers; Frank Tousha, Tommy Tousha, and Harold Tousha.

Those left to cherish his memory are his wife, Doris Marie Tousha of Hull; son, Greg and wife Kindra Tousha of Liberty, and Chester and wife Tammy Tousha of Batson; daughter, Donna and husband Trent Whitehead of Beaumont; brother, Jack and wife Ima Smalley of Hull; grandchildren, Beth Treadway and husband Joey of Houston, Colton Wallace of Beaumont, Matthew Wallace of Beaumont, Jordan and wife Jackie Wallace of Beaumont, Chloe and husband Jesse Rose of Clovis, New Mexico, Josh Tousha and fiance' Laura Newmann of Lufkin, Che' Tousha of Batson, Kursten Tousha of Huntsville, Kaden Vance of Liberty, and Georgia Vance of Liberty.; great-grandchildren, Tex and Duke Treadway of Houston. Mr. Tousha had numerous nieces, nephews, and a host of extended loving family and friends.

A gathering of Mr. Tousha's family and friends will be from 4:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. at Calvary Tabernacle Ministries in Batson on Sunday, October 27, 2019. A service of remembrance will be held at 11:00 a.m. Monday, October 28, 2019, at Calvary Tabernacle Ministries in Batson with Reverend Tolbert Hudspeth officiating, interment will follow at Guedry Cemetery in Batson.

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Carcini Javier Carcini, 59, of Dayton died Friday, October 25, 2019 in Kingwood, Texas.

Javier was born August 21, 1960 in Matamoros, Mexico to parents Cesar Carcini and Maria Garcia Olvera.  

Service for Mr. Carcini will be 1:00 p.m., Tuesday, October 29, 2019 at Pace-Stancil Funeral Home Chapel in Dayton.  Burial will follow at Palms Memorial Park Cemetery.  Visitation will be 2:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m., Monday, October 28, 2019 at Pace-Stancil Funeral Home. Visitation will also be 8:00 a.m. until service time on Tuesday at Pace-Stancil. 

Javier had lived in Dayton for the past six years after moving from Houston.  He loved singing and playing music at church. He loved his family and being with them. 

He was preceded in death by his parents and his brother, Tabo Carcini.  He is survived by his wife of 40 years, Rosa Rosas Carcini ; his daughters and sons, Lizeth Llanas and Edgardo, Flora Carcini and Cesar Chan, Jesus Carcini and Maura Gomez, Asuesna Carcini and Cesar Liva, Bernardo Carcini and Autumn Carcini, Luis Alfredo Carcini and Minerva Carcini, Luis Carols Carcini and Ruby Carcina,  26 grandchildren; sisters and brothers, Griselda Carcini, Tony Carcini, Cesar Carcini, and Silvia Carcini; in-laws, Victoria Rosas , Juan Rosas, Lorenzo Rosas, Blanca Rosas, Adela Rosas, Beto Rosas, and Rolando Rosas.

Minter Ross Edward Minter, aged 66, of Liberty, Texas went to be with the Lord on Thursday, October 24, 2019 surrounded by his loving family.

He was born on July 17, 1953 in Liberty to parents Edward Lee Minter, Jr. and Mary Louise Horner Minter.

Ross worked in the automobile business at Johnson-Minter Motor Company, Burnham Chevrolet, BJ Ford, and Tower Autoplex for a combined forty-two years. He was a Godly man, having received Christ as his Lord and Savior at a young age. He lived his faith, loved people and especially had a passion for teaching young people. He made friends wherever he went.

Ross enjoyed music, cooking, fishing, hunting and spending time with family and friends. He will truly be missed by all who knew and loved him.

Ross was preceded in death by his parents and sister Cheryl Rhea Minter. He leaves behind to cherish his memory wife Kathy Minter of Liberty, Texas; Son Cullen Minter and wife Alicia of Woodworth, Louisiana; Daughter Christi Minter Konze and husband Matthew of Houston, Texas; Grandchildren Luke Edward Minter, Cora Lynn Minter and Jocelyn Konze. He also leaves behind many other loving relatives and friends.

A graveside service will be held on Monday, October 28, 2019 at 10am at Cooke Memorial Cemetery in Liberty. A reception will immediately follow at Liberty City Park.

In lieu of flowers, the Minter family requested that donations be made in Ross’s honor to the Coach Bill Pickens Memorial Scholarship.  Donations may be made via PayPal Libertytxathleticboosterclub@gmail.com as well as checks may be mailed to Liberty Athletic Booster Club, P.O. Box 862 Liberty, Texas 77575.

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Pierson Michelle Diane Pierson, 38, of Hankamer, Texas, passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, October 22, 2019 at her home.

She was born on December 1, 1980 in Beaumont, Texas to Terry Sue Williams Jennings and Donald Charles Pierson. Michelle graduated from Silsbee High School in 1999 and attended college at Lamar University. She worked in administration for the health care industry for many years.

Michelle was a Houston Astros fan, a die-hard Harrison Ford and Star Wars fanatic, she even owned a life size Han Solo cutout. She pursued many hobbies, some of which included reading, making jewelry and sewing. Michelle would sew her fiancé Shane’s patches on his jackets and was talented enough at it to make her own curtains. She also adored all animals, especially her own and would often take in strays from the streets to nurture and love.

Michelle was a very social and outgoing woman. She was loud, spontaneous and goofy with a laugh and smile that was infectious. It was hard not to be captivated by her personality. Michelle was a loving daughter, fiancé, sister and friend to many who will be missed beyond measure.

Michelle was preceded in death by her father; and her maternal grandmother Beverly Williams whom she was very close to. She leaves behind to cherish her memory, her fiancé Shane Stark of Hankamer; her stepson Dylan Stark of Atlanta; her parents Terry and William Jennings of Lumberton; her siblings Melissa Geiger and husband Nate of Vidor and Jason Pierson and wife Stephanie of Lufkin; her step-siblings Darrell Gordon and wife Angel, Letisha Eason and husband Vigle, April Gore, Caroline Elliott and husband Derrick, Brian Jennings and wife Kim, Nathan Jennings and wife Laurie, Timothy Jennings and wife Nicole, Elizabeth Leavitt and husband Trent and Ben Jennings; her stepmother Lisa Pierson of Silsbee; her nieces and nephews Ada, Adrian and Austin Pierson, Maribelle and Zoë Geiger, Blake David and multiple other nieces and nephews; and a host of loving relatives and friends.

Friends are invited to visit with the family beginning at 2pm on Sunday, November 3, 2019, in the chapel of Sterling Funeral Home, 1201 S. Main Street in Anahuac. A Celebration of Michelle’s Life will follow the visitation at 3pm.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in Michelle’s honor to The Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation by visiting www.jdrf.org

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Ousley Kenneth Earl Ousley age 87, passed away, Thursday October 24, 2019 surrounded by his loving family in Baytown.

Kenneth was born October 10, 1932 in Devers, Texas the son of the late Wallace Young Ousley and Mattie Bell Moore. Kenneth enjoyed fishing, hunting, and woodworking. After attending Dayton High School, he went on to work and retire from the Oilfield.

He was preceded in death by his parents, wife Lois Ousley, daughter Becky Ousley, grandmother Marcellet Gilmore, and his grandfather Earl Gilmore. He leaves behind to cherish his memory his daughter Pat Bagwell, son-in-law Tim Bagwell, granddaughter Amy Wiggins, and a grandson Josh Wiggins. He will be sadly missed by all who knew and loved him. 

Funeral services will be private. Allison Funeral Service, 1101 N. Travis Liberty, Texas has been entrusted with the arrangements. Condolences and memories can be shared online at www.allisonfuneralservice.com

Donahoe Ural was born February 1, 1928 and passed away peacefully on October 17, 2019.

He is survived by his wife of 65 years, Jean LeMond Donahoe; his daughter Nancy – husband David and their daughter Cecily; his son Marvin (aka Bobby) – wife Alisha.  Bobby’s son Jason and his sons Santiago and Kingston; his son Tyrone (aka Ty) and Ty’s daughters Jacquelyn and Lauren; his daughter Gena, her son Jeremy and his son Nasir; her son Jarrett, wife Nancy and their daughter Chelsea; his daughter Terri and her daughters Kharighan and Dharian; his brother Franklin Donahoe and many cousins, nieces, nephews and friends.

He was preceded in death by his son, Zachary; his parents Willie and Nancy Thornton Donahoe; his sister Juanita and brothers, James, Lawrence, Melvin, Earl, Willie Jr., an infant girl and toddler boy.

Ural grew up in his beloved and beautiful Coldspring Texas at a time when life was not easy.  Affectionately known as U.L., his parents stressed the value of a strong belief in God, family, education, hard work and the importance home ownership.  These bits of wisdom were evident throughout his entire life.  He converted to Catholicism to marry his wife and remained a devout Catholic until he took his last breath.  He worked hard to provide a Catholic School education for his children and spent many hours volunteering and fundraising for St. Francis of Assisi Church and School.   Ural joined the Air Force in 1952 for 9 years in both active and inactive duty.  He completed 3 years of college while in the Air Force and raising a family.   He became a US Postal employee soon after he left the Air Force until his retirement.   A hard worker, he worked 2, sometimes 3 jobs to support his family. As with many people from his generation he made huge sacrifices for his family and country. He absolutely loved the Christmas holidays, especially Christmas music and sweet potato pie and enjoyed listening to Christmas music as recently as the day before he left us.

Daddy, although you lived to be 91 years of age, it is so difficult to say goodbye…

A visitation will be held Friday, October 25, 2019, Wells Funeral Services (Althea P. Gibson Memorial Chapel), 300 Alabama St, Liberty, Tx. from 1:00pm – 5:00pm.  Mr. Donahoe will lie-in-state Saturday, October 26, 2019 at St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church – 5102 Dabney St. Houston, Tx.  from 9:00am – 10:00am, mass will began -10:00am.

Interment – Monday, Houston National Cemetery.

Walters Cleveland F. Walters Sr. born, April 16, 1925, a life-long resident of Ames, Texas and a historic cowboy figure passed away October 20, 2019.

He leaves behind a legacy that includes documentaries by National Geographic and the British Broadcast News (BBC News), induction into the National Multicultural Western Heritage Museum Hall of Fame, having the City of Ames dedicate a street in his name, and many others

A visitation will be held Friday, October 25, 2019, Wells Funeral Services (Althea P. Gibson Memorial Chapel), 300 Alabama St, Liberty, Tx. from 1:00pm – 5:00pm.  There will be a “Meet and Greet Friends and other Family” at Our Mother oMercy Catholic Church, Ames on Friday, October 25, 2019 from 6:00pm – 8:00pm. Mr. Walters will lie-in-state Saturday, October 26, 2019 at Our Mother of Mercy Catholic Church - Ames, from 9:00am – 11:00am, rosary starts at 10:00am and mass will began -11:00am.

Interment – Our Mother of Mercy Catholic Church in Ames, Texas.

Hatcher Anita Jeanette Hatcher, 85, of Dayton, passed away Wednesday, October 16, 2019, at her residence surrounded by her loving family.

Brookshire Mr. Ray Brookshire, 81, of Liberty, passed away Thursday, October 17, 2019, at his residence surrounded by his loving family.

Fontenot Larry Lee Fontenot, 54, of Liberty, passed away on Friday, October 18, 2019, at Houston Methodist San Jacinto Hospital in Baytown, TX.

Copeland William Henry Copeland, 80, of Sour Lake, gained his heavenly wings on Thursday, October 17, 2019, at his residence with his loving family by his side.

Kirkland Robert Allen Kirkland, 66, of  Votaw, was called to his eternal resting place on Thursday, October 17, 2019.

He entered this world on February 14, 1953, in Kountze, TX. He was  born to  Calvin Curtis Kirkland and Easter Bernice Knight and had lived in Votaw most of his life and was a logger.

Wilkinson Mary Hattie Smesny Wilkinson, 89 of Dayton passed away October 22, 2019 in Baytown, Texas.

 Mrs. Wilkinson was born October 11, 1930 in Dayton, Texas to parents, Teodor and Marie Cervenka Smesny.

Services for Mrs. Wilkinson will be 10:00 a.m., Friday, October 25, 2019.  Interment will follow at St. Anne’s Catholic Cemetery in Eastgate.  Visitation will be 5:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. on Thursday evening at Pace-Stancil with a Rosary at 7:00 p.m.    Serving as pallbearers will be Wyatt Wilkinson, Brody Hinton, Tyler Hinton, Justin Lee, Douglas Hinton, and Winston Sizemore.  Honorary pallbearers will be William Warnke and Mark May.

Mary was a lifelong resident of Eastgate Dayton area.  She was a member of St. Anne’s Catholic Church and the KJZT Society at St. Anne’s.  She loved being with her family and friends but especially loved her grandchildren.  

Mrs. Wilkinson was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Darrell Wilkinson; brothers, Raymond Smesny and  Joe Smesny and sister, Betty Fielder.  She is survived by her son, David Wilkinson and wife Melissa of Crosby; daughter, Debbie Hinton and husband Paul of Dayton; grandchildren, Stacey Hinton, Brody Hinton and wife Jennifer, Amy Wilkinson Lee and husband Justin, Tyler Hinton, and Wyatt Wilkinson; great grandchildren, Zander Hinton, Brynn Hinton, Sydney Underwood and Reagan Lee ; brothers, Antone Smesny of Dayton, Robert Smesny and wife Malba of Crosby; sister, Georgia May and husband Van of Crosby; numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. 

Mason Lily May Mason passed away peacefully in her sleep on October 20, 2019 at the age of 96.

She was born on September 17, 1923 in Bristol England to parents Rose and George Fennell.

During World War II she was swept (quite literally) off her bicycle by a handsome American GI by the name of Leonard Mason. They were married a full three weeks after the war ended on September 25, 1945. She came to join the love of her life back in his home town of Liberty, TX, in May of 1946 in a harrowing journey that included planes, trains, and automobiles all while 7 months pregnant with their first daughter!

Although she came to enjoy being a Texan, she never forgot her home town, and was often heard to say “oh, it reminds me of England.” She loved gardening, and most especially roses -- they were so much a part of who she was, she even smelled like one.

Leonard entered eternal life in February of 1994, with special instructions to his brother William “Bill” Mason to look after his Lily after he was gone. Bill and his wife Linda took that request to heart and included her in their family.

Lily is survived by her brother Frank Fennell and sister Margaret Smith, in Bristol, England, as well as her two daughters Linda and Elizabeth and three grandchildren Mason, Danielle, and Chardonnay (all Texans). She is also survived by great-granddaughter Riley Elizabeth Sweeney. Her family will miss her dearly, but they are comforted to know she has been reuinted with Leonard who was waiting for her with a bouquet of roses, ready to take his “Dollbaby” home.
Services will be held at Allsion Funeral Home in Liberty, Texas on Friday October 25, 2019.

In lieu of flowers, please honor Lily by donating to the Alzheimer’s Association (https://www.alz.org/)

Haberle Thomas J. “Tommy” Haberle Jr. – passed away peacefully in the early morning hours of October 21, 2019.

Tommy was born in Liberty, Texas on June 14, 1940. He attended Hardin and Liberty schools, graduating in the class of 1958. At the age of fifteen, Tommy began working at PESCO the family business with his father who started the company in 1955. When Tommy’s father died in 1979, he took over the business and is still the owner and president. Tommy loved to shoot and do anything outdoors. He spent many happy weekends in Hebronville at the Garza lease for over forty years. He liked to shoot dove, quail, and anything else that got in his way. He had numerous hunting dogs by his side who were his retrievers.

About twenty years ago Tommy started shooting sporting clays competitively. Many weekends were spent all over Texas and the U.S. at these tournaments where he won many awards. To know Tommy was to love him. He never met a stranger and would give you the shirt off his back. Tommy was an active member of the FUMC of Liberty for over sixty years as well as the Men’s Bible Class. He was a member of the Liberty Masonic Lodge No. 48 AF & AM. As well as a Shriner and Scottish Rite member. He enjoyed going to the Petroleum Club and the Houstonian with family and friends. He will miss his many shooting buddies he spent weekends with.
Tommy was preceded in death by his parents Thomas J. Haberle Sr. and Martha Bailey Haberle. He is survived by his wife Suzanne Haberle; sons Trey Haberle and Rob Haberle (Dena); daughters Laura Allen (Trey) and Hannah Thornton (Travis); Step-daughter Julie Fairchild; siblings Patti Norwood (Edgar) and Julie Moss (David). In addition he leaves his grandchildren: Matthew; Patti Hudson; Aidan; Nathaniel; Audrey; and Samuel. Great grandchildren: Christian; Colton; and Haley as well as a special friends Juan Barrientas.

Visitation for Tommy will be held Thursday October 24, 2019 from 5-7PM at Allison Funeral Service, 1101 N. Travis Liberty, Texas. A memorial service will be held 11AM Friday, October 25, 2019, at First United Methodist Church of Liberty. Burial services will be private.

To share memories and condolences please visit www.allisonfuneralservice.com. 

Limon Eleazar  Escobar Limon, 46, of Dayton passed away Sunday, October 20, 2019 after a tragic accident.

She was born March 14, 1973 in Mexico to parents, Ignacio Angel Escobar and Natividad Garcia Escobar.

Service for Eleazar will be 11:00 a.m.., Saturday, October 26, 2019 at St. Joseph the Worker Catholic Church.  Interment will follow at St. Anne's Catholic Cemetery in Eastgate.  Visitation for Mrs. Limon will be 5:00 to 9:00 p.m. Friday, October 25, 2019 at Pace-Stancil Funeral Home in Dayton.  Rosary will be 7:00 p.m. on Friday evening at Pace-Stancil.

Eleazar had lived in Dayton for the past nine years and had been a long-time resident of Hardin.  Her family was very important to her and she was a devoted mother.  Elia loved to cook and help others.  She would cook extra food for everyone to take home, but her missing Tupperware was a sore subject with her.  She enjoyed the outside with her plants and flowers and loved the ranch.  She was a member of the St. Joseph the Worker Catholic Church.

Eleazar was preceded in death by her grandparents and her grandchild Adrian Ray Collins.  She is survived by her husband of 15 years, Lorenzo Limon; her parents, Ignacio and Natividad Escobar; sons, Joshua Collins and wife Whitney York and Steven Collins; brothers, Filiberto Escobar and wife Ana, Angel Escobar and wife Griselda, and Gustavo Escobar; sisters, Maria Luisa Escobar, Margarita Netro and husband Benito and Marina Garcia and husband I Lde Lfonso; nieces and nephews, Yessenia Almendarez, Sandra Almendarez, Victor Escobar, Edgar Garcia, Tony Almendarez, Jessica Garcia, Miguel Escobar, Cynthia Escobar, Elizabeth Escobar, Jackelyne Escobar, Daniela Escobar, Christopher Escobar, and Lizabeth Escobar; also numerous other relatives and friends.

Pace-Stancil Funeral Home1304 N.Cleveland, Dayton, TX 77535Ofc:  936-258-5300Fax:  936-258-5653www.pacestancil.com

Daniel

Geraline Thibodeaux Daniel “Aunt Mutsy” was born to Lenora Thibodeaux and Claude Thibodeaux. 

She was baptized at an early age at Our Mother of Mercy Catholic Church Ames, Texas. Later she became a member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Raywood, Texas, where she was a devoted member and remained a faithful until her health began to fail her. 

She began her education at Carter G. Woodson Elementary and graduated from Carter G. Woodson High School - Raywood, Texas.
She attended college at Prairie View A & M University, where she received her teaching degree.  She was an Alumni member and enjoyed going every year for home coming games!
Geraline was a teacher at Liberty Independent School District for 41 years until her retirement. Geraline was a teacher at heart, where every child she taught was cherished as her own.
She met the man of her dreams, Jerome Daniel; they enjoyed 38 wonderful years together.

Geraline was a devoted member of the Ladies Auxiliary. She enjoyed traveling to the Knight and Ladies of St. Peter conventions from state to state. Both she and her husband enjoyed working for the church preparing meals in the kitchen for various functions.  They both loved zydeco music.

Geraline was known by everyone as “Mutsy”.  Everyone enjoyed the taste of her peanut butter and you were blessed if you received one of her buttery pound cakes.She thoroughly enjoyed taking her family on road trips like the Indian Reservation and other places.

If you truly knew “Aunt Mutsy” you would know she enjoyed putting you in your place and then laughing about it.
“Aunt Mutsy” loved all her nephews and their children; thank God for their devotion and love for her.
“Aunt Mutsy” also started the rosary group that went from house to house once a week; over a period of time, this group and along with other church members from Sacred Heart – Raywood, spread the ministry to the nursing home in Liberty.

She is preceded in death by her parents, Claude and Lenora Thibodeaux, her husband, Jerome Daniel, brothers: Eugene Thibodeaux Sr., nephew, Tony Thibodeaux, and great-nephew, Ricky Thibodeaux Jr.
She leaves to cherish her memories her sister-in-law, Augustine Thibodeaux “Gal”, nephews, Danny (Bernita), Ricky (Helen), Eugene Jr. (Brendetta), Leslie (Lynn), and Paul (Tina), along with a host of great nephews and nieces, other relatives, and a great friend “Monsignor Roland Wells”.

A visitation will be held Tuesday, October 22, 2019, Wells Funeral Services (Althea P. Gibson Memorial Chapel), 300 Alabama St, Liberty, Tx. from 1:00pm – 6:00pm.  Geraline will lie-in-state on Wednesday, October 23, 2019, Sacred Heart Catholic Church, 3730 FM 160, Raywood. Tx. from 9:00am to 11:00am; Rosary will be at 10:00am, Mass will follow - 11:00am.
Interment – Our Mother of Mercy Catholic Cemetery – Ames, Texas

Fontenot Norma Gean Fontenot, age 70, gained her angel wings on Saturday, October 19, 2019 at Heritage Villa in Dayton, Texas.

She was born on March 13, 1949 to Tennie Dagle and Betty Ellen Fregia Dagle in Daisetta, Texas.

Norma was a wonderful wife, mother, sister, aunt and friend. She enjoyed life and loved music. Especially gospel and country music. Norma loved to play cards and bingo. She also liked to play on her iPad. She was a playful person with a friendly personality. Norma had an infectious, beautiful smile and sweet compassionate soul. She will truly be missed by all who knew and loved her.

Norma was preceded in death by her parents; her husband Elder Lee Fontenot; sons Steven Lee Fontenot, Terry Lynn Fontenot and Edward Burt Fontenot; stepson Larry Lee Fontenot; brothers Wilson, James, Eule Dagle and Velia Whitmire; sisters Rose Etta Proctor, Barbara Ballard, Betty Joyce and Mary Christine Dagle. She leaves behind to cherish her memory sister Ellen Gaston and husband James; brother Tennie Dagle and wife Ella.

Friends are invited to visit with the family on Tuesday, October 22, 2019 from 5-8pm in the chapel of Allison Funeral Services, 1101 N. Travis Liberty, Texas 77575. Funeral services will be held the following day, October 23, 2019 at 2pm at Allison Funeral Services with Reverend James Simmons officiating. A private burial will follow at Monroe-Fregia Cemetery in Liberty.

Condolences and memories can be shared with the family by visiting www.allisonfuneralservices.com

Dockery Runnie “Mae” Dockery, 93, of Dayton, Texas, passed away on Friday, October 18, 2019 in Dayton.

She was born on January 14, 1926 in North Zulch, Texas to the late John B. and Emma Ayers Windham.

Mae and her family moved to the Dayton area in 1976 after residing in Highlands since 1961. She and her husband J.W. were members of the Tabernacle Baptist Church in Cleveland for many years. Mae was dedicated to her faith in the Lord. She always looked forward to attending church, where she was also a Sunday school teacher for many years. Mae pursued many interests, some of which included a passion of gardening and fishing.

Mae was preceded in death by her parents. She leaves behind to cherish her memory, her loving husband J.W. Dockery of Dayton; her sons Rodney Dockery and wife Helen of Dayton and Joe Williams and wife Johnnie Mae of Highlands; her grandchildren Carolyn Mae Dockery, Brendy Williams and Brian Williams; her great-grandchildren Madisen, Blayne, Easton, Brylan, Cross and Lucyana; numerous nieces and nephews; and a host of other loving relatives and friends.

Friends are invited to visit with the family beginning at 10am on Wednesday, October 23, 2019 in the chapel of Sterling Funeral Home, 602 N. Main Street in Dayton. A funeral service will follow at 11am with Bro. David Moore officiating. A graveside service and committal will immediately follow in Palms Memorial Park on SH 146 in Dayton.

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

Brown Walter Clifford Brown, 54, of Dayton, Texas, passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, October 13, 2019 in Old River-Winfree.

He was born on February 13, 1965 in Houston, Texas to the late Charles and Betty Garner Brown. Cliff was a resident of Dayton area since 1996.

Cliff was a member of Old River Assembly of God where he enjoyed volunteering his time with their Food Pantry. He began his walk and relationship with Jesus and was baptized on March 29, 2015 at the church.

Cliff pursued many hobbies, some of which included country western dancing, taking casino trips with his mom, and playing slots on his phone. He liked to spend his free time fishing on the Trinity River. Cliff was a devoted family man who loved nothing more than spending time with his family and his grandchildren. He was also very close to his siblings and loved them unconditionally. Cliff was a jokester who was funny and goofy, he enjoyed entertaining and making others smile. He will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved him.

Cliff was preceded in death by parents; his brother Delbert L. Brown; and his brother-in-law Glenn Hogan. He leaves behind to cherish his memory, the love of his life, Barbara L. Brumfield Brown; his children Jason Keaton of Houston, Brittany N. Brown and fiancé Brad Stevens, Jr. of New Caney, Colton R. Brown, Quintin L. Brown both of Dayton and Jenna L. Brown Bonsall and husband Stephen of Old River-Winfree; his siblings Jo Brown Hogan, Billy Brown and wife Debra Calhoun Brown, Barbara Brown Dockery and Chuck Brown; his aunt Edna and Chuck Hanley; his grandchildren Lillianna, Kaylie, Aryanna and Paisleigh McCormick, Mackenzie Stevens, Josiah Reed, Owen Keaton, Hazel and Jayden Bonsall, and Crystal and Brad Stevens, III; his numerous nieces, nephews and a host of other loving relatives and friends.

A celebration of Cliff’s life will be held at 10am on Saturday, November 9, 2019, at Old River Assembly of God with Pastor Dave McLennan officiating.

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

Taken from this earth way too soon, the inseparable father and son, Skipper and Chris Wells, passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, October 13, 2019 in Dayton, Texas.

Odell “Skipper” Wells, Jr. was born on July 23, 1976 in Galveston, Texas to Scharla Jones and Odell Wells, Sr. He was a loving son, husband, father, grandfather and brother. Skipper and his wife Shawnda Bell had a son, Christopher Allen Wells who was born on July 24, 1999 in Baytown, Texas.

The father and son were the best of friends and were always enjoying life together; whether they were working on jobs or just enjoying each other’s company. Skipper and Chris were avid outdoorsmen and both loved fishing, hunting and camping. The two enjoyed sitting around campfires and fishing along the Trinity River while running trotlines. They also loved nothing more than spending quality time with the family.

Skipper taught Chris the importance of being a hard worker. He would always help his dad at LT’s Garbage Service with the maintenance and cleaning of the vehicles. Skipper and Chris took pride in working and providing support to their families.

Both men had a big heart, were very caring and giving. Chris was funny and had a smile that could light up a room. Skipper was the perfect role model that molded Chris into the man had become. They were genuine and kind and will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved them.

Skipper was preceded in death by his mother; his grandparents Joann Bailey and Bill Jones; his cousin Quentin Jones; his aunt Becky Thibadoux; and his uncle Robert Seimen. Chris was preceded in death by his father; his grandmother Scharla Wells; his great-grandparents Billy and Glenn Kimbrell; and his uncle Quentin Jones. Skipper and Chris leave behind to cherish their memory, wife/mother Shawnda Bell; daughter/sister Cassandra Wells; sons/brothers Travis Wells and Tyler Holloway; grandson/nephew Tristin Cook; and granddaughter/niece Kylee Cook. Chris is also survived by his fiancé Elizabeth Bentley; his grandparents Odell Wells, Sr., Ginger Bell, and James Thomas. Skipper is also survived by his father; his siblings Stacy Bergeron and Justin Wells. Both leave behind numerous other loving relatives and friends.

Friends are invited to visit with the family beginning at 12pm on Friday, October 25, 2019 in the chapel of Sterling Funeral Home, 602 N. Main Street in Dayton. A celebration of life honoring Skipper and Chris will follow at 2pm.

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

Houghton

Mitchell Donall Houghton, 62, of Kountze, passed away Monday, October 14, 2019, at Kountze Nursing Center in Kountze, TX.

Mitchell was born March 17, 1957, in Baytown to Jack Donall Houghton and Johnie Frances Shelton. Mitchell was a good-hearted man who became a servant to those who changed his life at Kountze Nursing Center.

Mitchell is preceded in death by his father, Jack Donall Houghton.

Those left to cherish his memory are, his loving mother, Johnie F. Houghton of Saratoga; brother, Teryl K. Houghton and wife Cheryl of Baytown; sister, Vickie Tschappatt and husband Jeff of LaPorte; 2 children; 6 grandchildren; numerous nieces, nephews, grand-nieces, grand-nephews, and a host of family and friends.

A service of remembrance will be Thursday, October 17, 2019, at 1:00 p.m. at Faith & Family Funeral Services, interment will follow at Guedry Cemetery. A gathering of Mitchell's family and friends will be Thursday, October 17, 2019, beginning at 12:00 p.m. until time of service, also at Faith & Family Funeral Services.

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Stallard

Charles Edward Stallard of Liberty, passed away on Tuesday October 8, 2019, at HCA Houston Health Care of Kingwood.

He was 68. A native of Bristol, Virginia he had lived in Liberty, and was a sand blaster and painter.

Charles proudly served his country and was U.S Army  veteran. He was preceded in death by his sister, Betty Sue Criss. Survivors are his son, Shane Stallard of Havrede, Maryland and brother, Larry Stallard of Port Neches.

Cremation service under the care of Faith & Family Funeral Services Inc. 40847 Hwy 105E. Batson, Texas 77519. 936-336-2222 or 936-262-2100

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Stanley

Orvil Stanley, 83, of Sour Lake, passed away Monday, October 7, 2019, at Baptist Hospital in Beaumont surrounded by his family.

He was born July 18, 1936, to Gus Stanley and Dora Kingrey in Stark, LA. Orvil was a USMC veteran, serving during the Korean conflict. For many years he operated his own landscaping business. He was most proud of being a Bus driver for the special needs children of Hardin/ Jefferson. He enjoyed fishing and those occasional Casino trips. Paw paw was a prankster and a jokester with his grand kids. He will be greatly missed by all who loved him.

Orvil is preceded in death by his parents and brothers, JD Stanley and John Wesley Stanley

Those left to cherish his memory are his loving wife of 30 years, Mary Helen Stanley of Sour Lake; sons, Orvil Dale Stanley and wife Cheryl of Dallas, Gary Lynn Stanley and wife Mary of Joaquin, Randy B. Stanley and wife Sandra Bruner of Houston, Tony Cervantes and wife Diane of Lumberton, Paul Anthony Cervantes and wife Sherri of Baton Rouge; daughters, Patricia Ann West and husband Dean of Lake Charles, Christie Blalock and husband Dennis of Baton Rouge, Judy Ann Scritchfield and husband David of Port Neches; sisters, Irene Perkins of Dequincy, LA., Asolete Burnette of Dequincy, LA.; 17 grand children, 15 great grand children many loving family and a hosts of friends.

A service of remembrance will be Thursday, October 10, 2019, at 11:00 a.m. at Faith & Family Funeral Services Inc. 40847 Hwy 105 E. Batson, TX. 77519 with Rev. Roy Hoosier and Rev. Wesley Stanley co officiating. A gathering of Orvil's family and friends will be Wednesday, October 9, 2019, from 6:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. at Faith & Family. Burial at Rosedale cemetery in Sour Lake TX.

Honoring Orvil as pallbearers are, Joseph Blalock, Brian Domino, Dean West, Bradley Stanley, Timothy Cervantes and Austen Domino. Honorary pallbearers are Josh Stanley and Justin Mumford (Stanley).

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   40847 Hwy 105 E / P.O. Box 220             Batson, TX 77519(936) 262-2100     (936) 336-2222