All Obituaries

Aug 14, 2021

Lillie Mae Pence-Burris, 84, passed away peacefully at her home in Mabank, Texas, on August 14, 2021.  She was born on July 28, 1937, in Johnstown, Wisconsin, to Walter and Bertha Pence.  She was one of 13 children.

She married Leon Burris on August 4, 1956.  They had five children together, Juanita, Wendy, Brenda, Leon, Jr., and...

Aug 13, 2021

Royal Lee Hancock, 92, peacefully passed away at home with his family on Friday, August 13, 2021.  He was born on April 23, 1929, in New York, Texas, to parents Robert and Virgie Hancock.

Royal married his wife, Lucy, on April 23, 1950.  They were married for 71 years and had three children together.  He worked for...

Aug 7, 2021

Margaret Dixie (Brown) Hults, 77, of Kemp, Texas, passed away at UT Health Gun Barrel City on August 7, 2021, after beating COVID 19.  She was born on August 18, 1943, in Cortland, NY, to Herbert and Doris Brown.

She was a strong-willed matriarch of the family.  She spent her last days doing what she loves most,...

Aug 7, 2021

Debra “Debbie” Faye Shaid, 59, passed away on August 7, 2021.  She was born on February 21, 1962, in Dallas, Texas, to parents Joel Lynn and Joyce Faye Carey.

Debbie was a very proud and loving wife, mother, and grandmother who spent her days as a homemaker taking care of her family in any way possible.  She...

Aug 6, 2021

Roia Anne Hutson, 84, passed away on August 6, 2021.  She was born on July 7, 1937, in Phalba, Texas.

She was a wonderful, caring person with the most loving personality and the sweetest “Grandma” smile.  She was very smart and good with numbers.  Her favorite hobby was working in her garden; she loved her flowers and...

Aug 3, 2021

David Michael Carry, 64, passed away on August 3, 2021.  He was born on June 16, 1957, to Howard and Patricia Carry.

David is survived by his wife, Dana Carry; children Devin Carry and Damon Carry; grandchildren Alyssa Gomez and Kaiya Carry; great-crandchild Aria Lucas.

He is preceded in death by his brother Donald Carry;...

Aug 3, 2021

Jerry Elmo Dupree, 86, passed away on August 3, 2021.  He was born on December 3, 1934, in Tool, Texas, to Charles Henry and Edna Ethel Dupree.

He drove a truck for ICX for many years and was a member of Teamster 745.  Jerry was a family man.  Every year we would take a family vacation; we...

Aug 1, 2021

Richard Carl Johnson was born on April 26, 1943, and after a long battle with cancer, on August 1, 2021, his angel came and took the love of my life home to the arms of his Savior.

Richard was born in Detroit, Michigan, and graduated from Henry Ford High School.  After graduating, he learned the art of...

Jul 29, 2021

George Bennett Cornue was born on August 27, 1946, in Cushing, Oklahoma, to the late George (Jake) Cornue and Viola (Morton) Cornue.  He left this earth on July 29, 2021, in Kemp, Texas, at the age of 74 years old.

George served our country in the United States Air Force during the years 1966-1969.  He was a...

Jul 23, 2021

An obituary is not available at this time for Karen Ann Avant. We welcome you to provide your thoughts and memories on our Tribute Wall.

Jul 20, 2021

An obituary is not available at this time for Joshua Daniel Key. We welcome you to provide your thoughts and memories on our Tribute Wall.

Jul 20, 2021

Linda Lee Cox, 69, was born on February 18th, 1952, in Oregon City, OR, to Cecil Dean and Barbara June Kelsay. Beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend moved into the next life on July 20th, 2021.  She was raised in Oregon and Washington.  She graduated from Ashland High School in 1970 and continued on to attend Clackamas State...

Jul 19, 2021

Marina Antonia Valle Godoy, 92, passed away on July 19, 2021.  She was born on June 18, 1929, in El Salvador to parents Antonio Godoy and Juana Valle Godoy.  She was the oldest of four girls and became “Mama Bear” to her younger sisters.

Mama Marina, as we so affectionately called her, was a very passionate woman. ...

Jul 18, 2021

Carla Sue Tigert, 64, passed away on July 18, 2021.  She was born on October 31, 1956, in Dallas, Texas, to Charles and Peggy Short.

She was a dedicated hairstylist since age 17.  She became a shop owner and made lots of friendships throughout her career.  She had a caring heart and loved her family.  She will...

Jul 13, 2021

An obituary is not available at this time for Carolyn Jean Atkins. We welcome you to provide your thoughts and memories on our Tribute Wall.

Jul 9, 2021

Michael Jimmy Thomas, Sr., (Mike), my husband and best friend for twenty-five years, passed away at home on July 9, 2021.  He was born on December 16, 1951, in Gideon, MO, to parents James Richard Thomas, Jr. and Doris Glenda McConnell Thomas.

He was born in Missouri yet moved around until he settled in Texas.  As an...

Jul 9, 2021

An obituary is not available at this time for Kam Lee Weaver. We welcome you to provide your thoughts and memories on our Tribute Wall.

Jul 8, 2021

Betty I. Jaynes, 83, passed away on July 8, 2021.  She was born on June 24, 1938, in Windom, Texas, to Johnny and Lucille Brown.

When Betty was little, her family lived in Honey Grove at the Telephone Company; her mom ran the switchboard.  Betty and her brother, Joe, would sit on the back porch and wait...

Jul 1, 2021

Colton Thomas Vickery received his angel wings on July 1, 2021.  He was born to parents Nathan Thomas Vickery and Faith Brooke Stroud.

Colton was a blessing to us all and is in the loving hands of the Lord.

He is survived by his parents; grandparents Michael Stroud and Tommy and Stephanie Vickery; great-grandparents Marian...

Jun 30, 2021

An obituary is not available at this time for Donald Mooneyham. We welcome you to provide your thoughts and memories on our Tribute Wall.