Funeral services for Frances Lee Golden, 68, of Livingston, Texas, will be held Saturday, July 29, 2017 at 11:00 a.m. in the Cochran Funeral Home Chapel in Livingston, Texas with Rev. Orval Barger officiating. Interment will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, July 29, 2017 in the Rosewood Cemetery in Porter, Texas. Visitation will be held from 10:00 a.m. until the service begins at 11:00 a.m. at the Cochran Funeral Home in Livingston, Texas.
Mrs. Golden was born January 13, 1949 in Houston, Texas to parents, Charles Clayton Harris and Emma Jewel (Grindle) Harris and passed away July 23, 2017 in The Woodlands, Texas. She is preceded in death by her parents; husband, Don Golden; and sisters, Charlcie Blackmon and Judy Hogg.
She is survived by her son and daughter-in-law, Vance and Karen Burleson of Kingwood, Texas; and daughter and wife, Lisa and Daphne Burleson of Conroe, Texas; along with numerous aunts, nieces, nephews, other relatives and close friends.
Pallbearers: Lisa Burleson, Vance Burleson, Karen Burleson, Daphne Burleson, Mike Pinkard, B.J. Breitkreuz, Theresa Hayes, Randy Hutto
Cochran Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. Please sign our online guestbook at www.cochranfh.com.
Joe Allen Bowen
March 23, 1925 – July 23, 2017
Funeral services for Joe Allen Bowen, 92, of Onalaska, Texas, will be held Friday, July 28, 2017 at 11:00 a.m. in the St. Joseph Catholic Church in Livingston, Texas with Father Tarsisius Puling, SVD officiating. Military Honors will be provided by VFW Post #8568. Interment will follow in the Magnolia Cemetery in Onalaska, Texas. Visitation will be held on Thursday, July 27, 2017 from 5:00 – 8:00 p.m. at the Cochran Funeral Home in Livingston, Texas. A rosary will be begin at 7:00 p.m.
Mr. Bowen was born March 23, 1925 in Broken Arrow, Oklahoma to parents, E.R. Bowen and Jessie (Seybert) Bowen, and passed away July 23, 2017 in Onalaska, Texas. During his life, he proudly served his country in the United States Army. He is preceded in death by his parents.
He is survived by his wife, Jean Bowen of Onalaska, Texas; daughter, Cindy Montgomery and Derrell of Conroe, Texas; son, Michael Bowen and Ann of Shenandoah, Texas; son, Mark E. Bowen and Linda of Liberty, Texas; grandchildren, Monica Seton, Boe Bowen, Becky Bowen, Joanna Bowen, Dustin Bowen, Shane Bowen, Joey Bowen, Mark Bowen, and Jennifer Bowen; and 13 great-grandchildren; along with numerous other relatives and friends.
Pallbearers: 4th Degree Knights of Columbus
Cochran Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. Please sign our online guestbook at www.cochranfh.com.
Betty Jo Perkins
Funeral Services for Betty Perkins, 80, of Corrigan, Texas will be held Friday, July 28, 2017, 10:00 a.m. in the First Baptist Church Family Life Center in Corrigan, Texas with Pastor Buster Grigg officiating. Interment will follow in the Wheeler Cemetery in Wakefield, Texas. Visitation will be held Thursday, July 27, 2017 from 6-8 p.m. in the First Baptist Church Family Life Center.
Betty went home to be with the Lord on Sunday, July 23, 2017. She was born on November 18, 1936 in Groveton, Texas to Billy and Daisy (Blackman) Herring. She worked in the accounting department at Georgia-Pacific and retired after 27 years of service. She served as treasurer on Nigton-Wakefield waterboard and was also a member of the Eastern Star.
Betty was of the Baptist faith and a longtime member of First Baptist Church in Corrigan, Texas. She enjoyed cooking, attending singings, and working in her flower garden. In her spare time, she volunteered at the hospital and movie theater in Lufkin. Family was always priority to Betty. Spending time with her children and grandchildren brought her the most joy.
She is preceded in death by her parents, Billy and Daisy Herring; husband, Grady Perkins; brothers, A.B. Herring; Lloyd “Bo” Herring; sisters, Bobbie Williams, Dee Smith and Faye Smith.
Betty is survived by her son, Jim Bob Rogers of Corrigan, Texas; daughters, Sue Gilmore and husband Joe Beelman of Splendora, Texas; Pat Orr of Crossett, AR; grandchildren, David Parker, Candi Parker, Tracy Stephens, Lee Orr, Dillion Gilmore, Logan Gilmore, Nikki Wright and husband Craig, Eric Marsh and wife Ann; great-grandchildren, Connor and Tucker Marsh, Weston and Morgan Wright, Emma, Reese, Bree, and Rex Parker; sisters-in-law, Hannelore Herring and Eddie Herring; special friend, Charles Evans and numerous nieces and nephews and other relatives and friends.
Pallbearers: Dillion Gilmore, Logan Gilmore, Lee Orr, Eric Marsh, Craig Wright, Dylan Mason.
Honorary Pallbearers: Benny Williams, Michael Herring, Joe Smith, and Troy Herring.
Services are entrusted to Corrigan Funeral Home, Inc.
John Wesley Counts Jr.
February 28, 1939 – July 17, 2017
Memorial services for John Wesley Counts Jr., 78, of Coldspring, Texas, will be held Saturday, July 29, 2017 at 3:00 p.m. in the First United Methodist Church in Coldspring, Texas with Pastor Dan Darby officiating.
Mr. Counts was born February 28, 1939 in Huntsville, Texas to parents, John Wesley Counts Sr. and Mable (Harrell) Counts, and passed away July 17, 2017 in Livingston, Texas. During his life, he proudly served his country in the United States Army. He is preceded in death by his parents; and son, John Wesley Counts III.
He is survived by his wife, Nella Counts of Coldspring, Texas; son, Robert Counts of Dallas, Texas; daughter, Brenda Counts of Dallas, Texas; step-daughter, Stacie Martinez of Nederland, Texas; step-son, Jerry Roger of Nashville, Tennessee; grandchildren, Sarah, Brandi, Levi, Makayla, and McKenzie; along with numerous other relatives and friends.
Cochran Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. Please sign our online guestbook at www.cochranfh.com.
Katy Janell Wendling
December 5, 1997 – July 21, 2017
Funeral services for Katy Janell Wendling, 19, of Livingston, Texas, will be held Saturday, July 29, 2017 at 1:00 p.m. in the First Assembly of God Church in Romayor, Texas with Rev. Larry Lee Jones officiating. Interment will follow in the Menard Chapel Cemetery in Livingston, Texas. Visitation will begin at 11:00 a.m. until the service begins at 1:00 p.m.
Katy was born December 5, 1997 in Beaumont, Texas to parents, Keith Wendling and Brandi (Monteaux) Proctor, and passed away July 21, 2017 in Livingston, Texas.
She is survived by her father, Keith Wendling and Amy of Fannett, Texas; mother, Brandi Proctor and Terry of Livingston, Texas; sister, Ashley Wendling of Livingston, Texas; brother, Justin Wendling and Emily of Votaw, Texas; niece, Shadow Wendling of Votaw, Texas; grandmother, Debra Rollings of Livingston, Texas; uncle, Donnie Monteaux of Round Rock, Texas; great-uncle, Bobby Rollings and Carrie of Hutto, Texas; step-sisters, Madalynn Proctor, Autumn Proctor, and Bailey Proctor all of Lufkin, Texas; along with numerous other relatives and friends.
Pallbearers: Justin Wendling, Donnie Monteaux, Fernando Briseno, Terry Proctor
Cochran Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. Please sign our online guestbook at www.cochranfh.com.
Ricky Joe Duke
Ricky Joe Duke, born June 4, 1964 in Huntsville, Texas to Richard Duke & Margie McAdams, died July 23, 2017 in Trinity, Texas at the age of 53 years.
His surviving family includes: brothers, Charles Richard Duke, Johnny Rosser & Lewis Rosser; sisters: Dorothy Yeager, Lezlie Cusher and husband Wesley, Cissy Jarvis and husband C.J. and Lyn Henderson and husband Tracy; nephew Camren Yeager; niece, Danielle Travis; great-nephew, Jaydan Ray; great-niece, Sierra as well as numerous other relatives and a host of friends.
Jerry Wayne Langford October 3, 1956- July 22,2017
Jerry was born in Kansas City, Kansas to parents Wayne and Ethelene Langford.
He was a veteran of the U.S. Coast Guard where he served in Kodiak, Alaska. After leaving the Coast Guard he spent most of his life in the construction field as a house painter. He also touched many lives in his continuous work with Alcoholics Anonymous. He enjoyed football, gardening and most of all fishing. He was preceded in death by his mother Ethelene Langford. He leaves behind many friends and family who will miss him.
Survivors include his father, Wayne Langford of Segno, Texas; daughter, Terri Lynn Casey & husband Kelly of Point Blank, Texas; Son, Jason Langford & longtime girlfriend, Guadalupe Balderas; brother, Jim Langford of Matagorda, Texas; sister, Karen Bouras & husband Walter of Coldspring, Texas and five grandchildren: Itzel Balderas, Iliana Langford, Izaak Langford, Xander Lee Langford and Brendan Casey.
Funeral services for Mary Hazel Jones Landers, 86, of Livingston, Texas, will be held Monday, July 24, 2017 at 2:00 p.m. in the Cochran Funeral Home Chapel in Livingston, Texas with Rev. Steve Woody, Bro. Kevan Wood, and Rev. Don Willis officiating. Interment will follow in the Jones Prairie Cemetery in Leggett, Texas. Visitation will begin at 1:00 p.m. until the service begins at 2:00 p.m.
Mrs. Landers was born June 1, 1931 in Livingston, Texas to parents, Edward Ward Jones and Hazle Allen Jones, and passed away July 22, 2017 in Livingston, Texas after a protracted illness. She is preceded in death by her parents; and husband, L.B. Landers.
She was a graduate of the 1948 class of Livingston High School, received a Bachelor’s degree in English from Sam Houston State Teacher’s College and a Master’s degree in Library Science from the University of Texas at Austin. Mary Hazel spent her working lifetime as a librarian in the State of Texas public school system, primarily as Head High School Librarian for the Texas City High School until her retirement in 1997.
Mary Hazel was married on June 4, 1977 to L.B. Landers, who was an administrator in the Texas City school system for many years.
Shortly after her retirement, she moved back to Livingston, somewhat apprehensively because, except for family, she didn’t know very many people in Livingston anymore. It was a new start for her. She immediately joined the First United Methodist Church of Livingston and was very active in her DMA Sunday School Class and the Silver Bell ringers. She became very active in the Friends of the Library, Manna Fest, Relay For Life, the Red Hat Society, and became reacquainted with old friends. She loved working in her yard and decorating it. It became an object of community interest. She loved international travels and even took one all summer cargo freighter cruise.
Her family is very grateful to the medical doctors; Bruce and Bobbie Ott and the staff of Tall Pines Assisted Living Facility; Denise Nellsch and the staff of Kindred Hospice; and the staff of Pine Ridge Health Care for all the kind and loving care which they gave Mary Hazel during the last years of her life.
She is survived by her brother, Ward Jones and wife, Billie of Livingston, Texas; niece, Mary Beth Wood and husband, Kevan of Livingston, Texas; their children, Eric and wife, Sarah, Stephen and wife, Christina, and Kristin and husband, Jarrod; nephew, Edward Jones of Livingston, Texas; his children, Brandi and husband, Kevin, Edward Jones, V. and Misty; 11 great-great nieces and nephews; step-daughter, Patricia Winette of Texas City, Texas; step-son, James Landers of Texas City, Texas; grandchildren, Kyle Oquendo and husband, Johnny, Paige Platt and husband, Shaun, and Clay Landers; great-granddaughter, Zoey Platt; life-long friends who are like family, Sue Peters Nunn and Jim Peters and wife, Carol; along with numerous other relatives and friends.
Pallbearers: Eric Wood, Stephen Wood, Jarrod Greening, Clay Landers, Shaun Platt, Johnny Oquendo
Honorary Pallbearers: Edward Jones, V
In lieu of flowers, donations in Mary Hazel’s honor may be made to the First United Methodist Church, Livingston Library, Manna Fest, Cancer Society, or to a charity of your choice.
Cochran Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. Please sign our online guestbook at www.cochranfh.com.
Madeline Catherman
Madeline Catherman, 77, of Livingston, Texas, was born May 3, 1940, to parents, George Mastiak and Helen (Tkacz) Mastiak, and passed away July 19, 2017 in Livingston, Texas. She is preceded in death by her parents.
She is survived by her daughter, Cindy Catherman of Altoona, Pennsylvania; son and daughter-in-law, James Ronald “Ron” and Shirl Catherman of York Haven, Pennsylvania; daughter, Debbie Catherman of Lemoyne, Pennsylvania; daughter and son-in-law, Leslie and Pat Ellis of Fulshear, Texas; 3 grandchildren; and 2 great grandchildren.
Cochran Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. Please sign our online guestbook at www.cochranfh.com.
Earl Eugene Davis July 9, 1927 – July 18, 2017
Graveside services for Earl Eugene Davis, 90, of Livingston, Texas, will be held Saturday, July 22, 2017 at 10:00 a.m. in the Restland Memorial Park Cemetery in Livingston, Texas with Bro. Kevan Wood officiating.
Mr. Davis was born July 9, 1927 in Livingston, Texas to parents, J.A. Davis and Octivia (Pursewell) Davis, and passed away July 18, 2017 in Livingston, Texas. He was a member of the Livingston Volunteer Fire Department for 20 years from 1943 to 1963. During that time, he served as lieutenant, drill captain, captain, and assistant chief. In 1960, he also served the fire department as chief. He is preceded in death by his parents; and brother, Johnny Ray Davis.
He is survived by his wife, Marie (David) Davis of Livingston, Texas; sons and daughters-in law, Ronald and Deborah Davis of Huntingdon, Tennesse, Rick and Georganne Davis of Livingston, Texas, Reggie and Lea Davis, of Livingston, Texas; grandchildren, Cullen Davis and Anikka of Wimberley, Texas, Shara Aucoin and Brad of Marion, Texas, Magen Carpenter and Coy of Livingston, Texas, Cody Davis and Cassadi Steagall of Livingston, Texas; great grandchildren, Tatum Davis, Tristan Davis, Hannah Aucoin, Madyson Carpenter, and Easton Carpenter; along with numerous other relatives and friends.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Kindred Hospice at 210 W. Park Drive, Ste 107, Livingston, Texas 77351, or to the building fund for the First Baptist Church of Livingston, Texas.
Cochran Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. Please sign our online guestbook at www.cochranfh.com.
Tilghman Gray Armour
Graveside Services for Tilghman Armour, 92, of Gloster, LA will be held Monday, July 24, 2017 at 10:00 a.m. in the Union Springs Cemetery, Corrigan, Texas.
Tilghman finished his earthly journey on July 19, 2017 and went home to be with the Lord. He was born to Robert Freeman and Minnie Ola (Morris) Armour on August 6, 1924. He joined the United States Army and served from 1942 to 1945, during WWII. While in the military, he served as a glider mechanic. After leaving the Army, he worked as an aviation mechanic until retirement. He married his sweetheart, Geneva Lloyd on October 10, 1947.
Tilghman was of the Baptist faith and a longtime member of Gloster Baptist Church. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, and working in the garden.
He is preceded in death by his parents, Robert and Minnie Ola Armour; brother, Harold Armour; sister, Mildred Armour.
Tilghman is survived by his wife of 69 years, Geneva Armour; brother and sister-in-law, Swepson and Georgia Armour; sister, Almanis Morris.
Services are entrusted to Corrigan Funeral Home, Inc.
Joshua Lee Manley January 12, 1989 – July 15, 2017
Memorial services for Joshua Lee Manley, 28, of Shepherd, Texas, will be held Sunday, July 23, 2017 at 2:00 p.m. in the New Beginnings Church in Shepherd, Texas with Bro. Ronald Green officiating.
Joshua was born January 12, 1989 in Humble, Texas, to parents, Timmy Lynn Manley and Sheila Kay (Holton) Manley, and passed away July 15, 2017 in Shepherd, Texas.
He is survived by his mother, Sheila Manley of Shepherd, Texas; daughter, Alyssa Manley of Joplin, Missouri; sons, William Manley and Taylor Manley both of Joplin, Missouri; father and stepmother, Tim and Michelle Manley of Nokesville, Virginia; brother, Troy Manley of Woodbridge, Virginia; brother, Luke Manley of Nokesville, Virginia; grandmother, Sharon Manley of Schell City, Missouri; grandfather, Harry Manley of Ponca City, Oklahoma; grandmother, Betty Hawkins of Woodbridge, Virginia; grandmother, Barbara Jaques of Ponca City, Oklahoma; uncle, Ronnie Manley of Warrenton, Virginia; aunt, Denise Allen of Rye, Texas; uncle, Eric Watkins of Shepherd, Texas; aunt, Nichole Moore of Woodbridge, Virginia; uncle, Victor Smith of Texas City, Texas; uncle, Dobbie Patterson of Conroe, Texas; and numerous other relatives and friends.
Cochran Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. Please sign our online guestbook at www.cochranfh.com.
Archie Laird
September 4, 1936 – July 14, 2017
Funeral services for Archie Laird, 80, of Corpus Christi, Texas will be held at 10:00 a.m., Thursday, July 20, 2017 in the Oak Grove Church of Christ Church in Livingston, Texas with Michael Miller officiating. Interment will follow in the Center Grove Cemetery in Livingston, Texas. Visitation will be held from 5:00 – 8:00 p.m. on Wednesday, July 19, 2017 in the Cochran Funeral Home in Livingston, Texas.
Mr. Laird was born September 4, 1936 in Ollie, Texas to parents, Robert Weldon Laird and Ruth Roseanna Laird, and passed away on July 14, 2017 in Corpus Christi, Texas. He is preceded in death by his parents; son, Vernon Weldon Laird; daughter, Edith Elaine Laird; and sisters, Margaret Ann Laird and Bobbi Ruth Schumacher.
He is survived by his wife, Erika Laird; son, Glen Laird and wife, Donna; daughter, Erika Young and husband, Larry; son, Don Laird and wife, Megie; daughter, Bridget Dreyer and husband, Mark; and son, Danny Laird and wife, Christina; 18 grandchildren; 17 great-grandchildren; brother, Weldon Laird and wife, Marcelle; brother, William “Bill” Laird; and brother, James “Jack” Laird; along with numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
Cochran Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.Please sign our online guest book at www.cochranfh.com.
Marcella Rose Oliver
April 12, 1932 – July 16, 2017
Memorial services for Marcella Rose Oliver, 85, of Cleveland, Texas will be held at 10:00 a.m., Friday, July 21, 2017 in the Cochran Funeral Home Chapel in Livingston, Texas with Bro. Steve Waldrep officiating.
Mrs. Oliver was born April 12, 1932 in Trinidad, Colorado to parents, Donald Arthur McMillen and Marcella (Vandiver) McMillen, and passed away on July 6, 2017 in Cleveland, Texas. She is preceded in death by her parents; and sister, Donna.
She is survived by her daughter, Debra Moree and husband, Chad of Goodrich, Texas; granddaughter, Cassie Gurd and husband, Dave of Mineral Ridge, Ohio; granddaughter, Ashley Moree of Goodrich, Texas; great-granddaughter, Jennifer Gurd of Mineral Ridge, Ohio; and great-grandson, Gabriel Shuttic of Miles, Ohio; along with numerous other relatives and friends.
Cochran Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.Please sign our online guest book at www.cochranfh.com.
Betty Ann Nicklas
November 29, 1932 – July 14, 2017
Funeral services for Betty Ann Nicklas, 84, of Livingston, Texas will be held at 10:00 a.m., Tuesday, July 18, 2017 in the Cochran Funeral Home Chapel in Livingston, Texas with Rev. Harold Isaacs officiating. Interment will follow in the Peebles Cemetery in Livingston, Texas. Visitation will be held from 5:00 – 8:00 p.m. on Monday, July 17, 2017 in the Cochran Funeral Home in Livingston, Texas.
Mrs. Nicklas was born November 29, 1932 in Hapeville, Georgia to parents, William Luther Pennington and Mattie Lee (Griggers) Pennington, and passed away on July 14, 2017 in Conroe, Texas. During her life, Betty drove a city bus for Dallas Transit. She was a member of TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly). Betty met and kept the status of KOPS (Keep Off Pounds Sensibly) for the last 3 ½ years. She was also a member of Beacon Bay Baptist Church. She is preceded in death by her parents; husband, Raymond Nicklas; son, Lonnie Wayne Nicklas; grandson, Lonnie Eugene Nickals; brothers, J.L. Pennington and Billy Ray Pennington; and sister, Norma Jean Wilson.
She is survived by her daughter, Barbara Wise and husband, Rowland; son, Eddie Nicklas and wife, Robin; 5 grandchildren; 13 great-grandchildren; 10 great-great grandchildren; sisters, Esta VanHorn and Shirley Pennington; and step-children, Raymond, Dorothy, and Maxine; along with numerous other relatives and friends.
Cochran Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.Please sign our online guest book at www.cochranfh.com.
Charles Ryan Fears
June 6, 1989 – July 13, 2017
Visitation for Charles Ryan Fears, 28, of Livingston, Texas will be held from 5:00 – 8:00 p.m. on Monday, July 17, 2017 in the Cochran Funeral Home in Livingston, Texas.
Charles was born June 6, 1989 in Livingston, Texas to parents, Danny Fears and Karen Trollinger, and passed away on July 13, 2017 in Humble, Texas. He is preceded in death by his father.
He is survived by his mother, Karen Trollinger of Livingston, Texas; brother, Tony Trollinger and wife, Kathy of Livingston, Texas; sister, Danielle Mueller and husband, David of Humble, Texas; grandmother, Julia Duke of Livingston, Texas; 3 nieces; and 3 nephews; along with numerous other relatives and friends.
Cochran Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.Please sign our online guest book at www.cochranfh.com.
Susan Kay Summers
November 30, 1959 – July 13, 2017
Funeral services for Susan Kay Summers, 57, of Livingston, Texas will be held at 10:00 a.m., Monday, July 17, 2017 in the Cochran Funeral Home Chapel in Livingston, Texas with Bro. Rod Averitt officiating. Interment will follow in the Mt. Rose Cemetery in Livingston, Texas. Visitation will be held from 5:00 – 8:00 p.m. on Sunday, July 16, 2017 in the Cochran Funeral Home in Livingston, Texas.
Susan was born November 30, 1959 in Fort Leonard Wood, Missouri to parents, Don Krewson and Beverly (Cotton) Krewson of Licking, Missouri. She went to be with our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on July 13, 2017 at her home surrounded by family. Susan was a gracious servant to all that she came into contact with and embodied Christ with her words and actions. She loved all her children and continually put their needs above her own. She cherished, loved and provided the foundation by which her granddaughters, not yet known to them, will carry her legacy into their generation. Susan prized her marriage to her husband of 25 years; they enjoyed traveling, cooking in “Susan’s Pavilion”, raising and loving cows, pigs and chickens. Flowers bloomed and gardens grew bounty in her presence. She is preceded in death by her parents.
She is survived by her husband, Ted Summers of Livingston, Texas; son, Dustin Kinder and wife, Ashley of Fort Worth, Texas; son, Ryan Kinder and wife, Kandace of Tyler, Texas; daughter, Stephanie Summers of Katy, Texas; step-son, Shane Summers of Athens, Texas; step-son, Tegan Summers and wife, Norma of Houston, Texas; step-son, John Mizell and wife, Jennifer of Pearland, Texas; grandson, Ashton Summers of Huntsville, Texas; granddaughter, Sierra Summers of Katy, Texas; granddaughter, Tatum Kinder of Fort Worth, Texas; granddaughter, Peyton Kinder of Fort Worth, Texas; and granddaughter, Karter Kinder of Tyler, Texas; along with numerous other relatives and friends.
Pallbearers: Dustin Kinder, Ryan Kinder, Ashton Summers, Matthew Murphy, John Mizell, Jason Ciolkosz
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Mission Pre-Born; PO Box 78221; Indianapolis, Indiana 46278; www.missionpreborn.com
Cochran Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.Please sign our online guest book at www.cochranfh.com.
Ann Munson Allgor
Ann Munson Allgor, born August 19, 1949 to Rex B. and Doris Sowell Munson in Livingston, Texas, passed away on July 13, 2017, in Livingston, Texas at the age of 67 years.
She was a member of the Central Baptist Church in Livingston, Texas, American Association of University Women, Red Hat Association, and Bella Butterflies in Alabama.
Ann was survived by her family, Dwain, Karen, Erikka, Trey Summers all of Livingston, Texas; Sharla, Joseph and JJ Nelson all of Huntington, Texas; Matthew, Linda, Hazel, Lily, Leigh, and Maddie of Scottsborro, Alabama; Bently, Jean, Shaun and Rex L. Munson all of Livingston, Texas. Numerous other relatives and a host of friends
She is preceded in death by her parents.
Visitation will be held on Friday, July 14, 2017 from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at Pace Funeral Home in Livingston, Texas. Celebration of Ann’s life will begin at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, July 15, 2017 at Pace Funeral Home with Pastor Brent Stovall officiating. Interment to follow at Bluewater Cemetery, Livingston, Texas. Pallbearers: Dwain Summers, Sharla Nelson, Joseph Nelson, Karen Summers, Trey Summers, Erikka Summers To send your online condolences, please go to www.pacefuneral.com.
Margaret Riddle LeBlanc
May 22, 1924 – July 11, 2017
Graveside services for Margaret Riddle LeBlanc, 93, of Conroe, Texas will be held at 11:00 a.m., Friday, July 14, 2017 in the Peebles Cemetery in Livingston, Texas with Bro. Orval Barge officiating. Visitation will be held from 10:00 a.m. until the service begins at 11:00 a.m. in the Peebles Cemetery.
Mrs. LeBlanc was born May 22, 1924 in Kiowa, Oklahoma to parents, Ben Washington Dobbs and Willie (Mohn) Dobbs, and passed away on July 11, 2017 in Conroe, Texas. She is preceded in death by her parents; husband of 43 years, Bill Riddle; husband of 6 years, Ira LeBlanc; daughter, Carolyn Sue Riddle; and brother, Joe Dobbs.
She is survived by her daughter, Evelyn McCurry and husband, Bob of Galveston, Texas; son, Don Riddle and wife, Pat of Tenaha, Texas; daughter, Mary Wells and husband, Richard of Conroe, Texas; grandchildren, Carrie Riddle of Tenaha, Texas, Renae Courtney and husband, Kevin of Carthage, Texas, Gina Patschke and husband, Jason of Magnolia, Texas, Jared Tees and wife, Beth of Manderville, Louisiana, and Kirt Wells and wife, Deanna of Conroe, Texas; great-grandchildren, Anthony, Clay, Gavin, Mariana, Brittney, Jared, Gage, Dane, and Jade; sister, Inez Shaffer of Oklahoma City, Oklahoma; sister, Grace Marlow of Bokchito, Oklahoma; and brother, George Dobbs of Oklahoma City, Oklahoma; along with numerous other relatives and friends.
Cochran Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.Please sign our online guest book at www.cochranfh.com.
Edward Lawrence Bordeau
January 28, 1940 – July 7, 2017
A memorial service for Edward Lawrence Bordeau, 77, of Onalaska, Texas will be held at 1:00 P.M., Wednesday, July 12, 2017 at the Cochran Funeral Chapel in Onalaska, Texas.Visitation for family and friends will begin at noon, just prior to the service time.
Edward Lawrence Bordeau was born in Plattsburgh, New York on January 28, 1940 and passed away on July 7, 2017 in Onalaska, Texas.He is preceded in death by his parents, Lawrence and Loretta (Dowmont Chartier) Bordeau; brothers, William Bordeau, Sandford Bordeau and Richard Bordeau; sister, Elaine Nolin.
He is survived by his wife of 53 years, Donna (Laroe) Bordeau of Onalaska, Texas; daughter, Patricia Lynn Quaid of Cedar Rapids, Iowa; son, Stephen Edward Bordeau and Patty of League City, Texas, son Mark Edward Bordeau of Houston, Texas; daughter, Tammy Lynn Bordeau of Houston, Texas; sister, Sharon Havens and Robert of South Glens Falls, New York; grandchildren, Cameron Bordeau, Patrick Quaid and Nicki, Kevin Quaid and Brooke Bordeau; great-grandchildren, Jonathan, Cooper and Colton Quaid; along with numerous other relatives and friends.
Cochran Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.Please sign our online guestbook at www.cochranfh.com.
Shirley Boehm Haley
August 2, 1935 - July 6, 2017
Funeral services for Shirley Boehm Haley, 81, of Livingston, Texas will be held at 10:00 a.m., Tuesday, July 11, 2017 in the Blanchard Baptist Church in Livingston, Texas with Dr. Fred Alford officiating. Interment will follow in the Forest Hill Cemetery in Livingston, Texas. Visitation will be held from 5:00 – 8:00 p.m. on Monday, July 10, 2017 in the Cochran Funeral Home in Livingston, Texas.
Mrs. Haley was born August 2, 1935 in Lampasas, Texas to parents, Henry Farmer and Willie Mae (Archie) Farmer, and passed away on July 6, 2017 in Livingston, Texas. During her life, Shirley was a very active person. She worked with pre-kindergarten children in vacation bible school at the Blanchard Baptist Church where she was a member for many years. Shirley was also a member of the Friendship Class at Blanchard Baptist. She was active in the Polk County Garden Club, Lakeside Homemakers, Red Hats and many others. She received the Woman of the Year Award in Livingston for her dedication with the youth and other services in the city. Shirley was District III Director of the Garden Club and held many chairman jobs while working with the youth and the Texas Garden Club. She will be greatly missed. She is preceded in death by her parents; husband, Ervin James Boehm Sr.; sisters, Ruby Chandler and Gladys Cunningham; brother, Archie Farmer; and step-son, Roger Haley.
She is survived by her husband, Joe Haley of Livingston, Texas; daughter, Cheryl Boehm of Livingston, Texas; daughter, Patricia Rainey and husband, Wayne of Humble, Texas; son, Ervin James Boehm Jr. and Donna of Baytown, Texas; step-sons, Bobby Haley of Missouri, Brian Haley and wife, Tabitha of Arkansas, Dale Haley of Missouri, and Douglas Haley of Missouri; twin sister, Patsy Ruth Miller and husband, Robert of Livingston, Texas; and special friend, Mary Churchman of Livingston, Texas; along with numerous other relatives and friends.
Pallbearers: Billy Kirchman, Steve Shelton, Randall Lansford, Aaron Jeter, John Miculka, Jacob Arundale
Cochran Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.Please sign our online guest book at www.cochranfh.com.
Mr. Herman Huse
Funeral Services for Mr. Herman Huse, 77, of Kingwood, TX will be held Monday, July 10, 2017, at 3:00 p.m. in the Corrigan Funeral Home Chapel in Corrigan with Pastor Robert Lankford officiating. Interment will follow in the Stryker Cemetery, Corrigan, TX. Visitation will be held 1-3 p.m. prior to the service.
Herman went home to be with the Lord on Wednesday, July 5, 2017 in Kingwood, Texas. Herman was born in Hubbard, Texas on December 25, 1939 to the late Alfred and Sarah Oneta (Moody) Huse. He married Lenora Frances (Cook) Huse on October 21, 1966 and remained by her side until her passing on June 11, 2017. He proudly served in the United States Army from 1962 to 1964.
Herman was of the Baptist faith and a member of Wakefield Baptist Church. He worked as a security guard until retirement at the Army Reserve Aviation Base in Conroe, Texas. In his spare time, he enjoyed playing dominoes, bingo, and going fishing.
He is preceded in death by his parents, Alfred and Sarah Huse; wife, Lenora Frances Huse.
Herman is survived by his daughters and sons-in-law, Sheri and Harvey Wright; Mary and Jason Heise; grandchildren, Brittany, Stephanie, Meagan, Zane, and Caleb; great-grandchildren, Chloe and Preston and numerous other relatives and friends.
Services are entrusted to Corrigan Funeral Home, Inc.
Dorothy Jean Lloyd
April 21, 1927 – July 5, 2017
Ms. Dorothy Jean Lloyd, 90, of Huntsville, Texas, was born April 21, 1927 to parents, John Elmer Lloyd and Addie (Lilley) Lloyd, and passed away on July 5, 2017 in Huntsville, Texas. She is preceded in death by her parents.
She is survived by her brother, John Lloyd and wife, Trudy of Cleveland, Texas; and niece, Jane Lloyd of California; along with numerous other relatives and friends.
Cochran Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.Please sign our online guest book at www.cochranfh.com.
Adrian Lowell Young
July 1, 1948 – July 5, 2017
Memorial services for Adrian Lowell Young, 69, of Austin, Texas will be held at 5:00 p.m., Sunday, July 9, 2017 in the Cochran Funeral Home Chapel in Livingston, Texas.
He died on July 5, 2047 in Austin, Texas. He was born July 1, 1948 in Livingston.
Adrian Lowell Young was the first born child of Jake Newton Young and Miriam Clamon Young. He graduated from Livingston High School in 1966 and after one year of college at Texas A&M, he transferred to the University of Texas in Austin, where he earned a law degree – Doctor of Jurisprudence in 1973. He first practiced law in Galveston before moving to San Diego, California. He finally settled back in Austin with a job for Attorney General, Jim Mattox. He worked his way to become the head of the Law Enforcement Division under Governor Greg Abbott, who was then the Attorney General. After retirement, he married Pamalee Atlas.
Adrian enjoyed all sports, but golf was what he enjoyed best and spent many hours on courses all over the United States. He and Pam also traveled a lot, especially to Colorado and destinations throughout America, Canada, and Western and Eastern Europe. When it was too hot in Austin in the middle of summer, you could bet he would pack up and go to northern New Mexico and Southern Colorado. He will be missed by all who knew him.
Adrian is survived by his mother, Miriam Young of Livingston, Texas; wife, Pamalee Atlas of Austin, Texas; brother, Stephen Young of Livingston, Texas; nieces, Julie Young and Shelly Young both of Livingston, Texas; nephew, Jacob Young and wife, Alisha of Livingston, Texas; great-niece, Jaci Young of Livingston, Texas; great-nephews, Graden Emmons, Trace Flores, and Jake Young all of Livingston, Texas; along with numerous other relative and friends.
Cochran Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.Please sign our online guest book at www.cochranfh.com.
Robert Willard Lewis
June 30, 1952 – July 3, 2017
Memorial services for Robert Willard Lewis, 65, of Livingston, Texas, will be held Sunday, July 9, 2017 at 2:00 p.m. in the Cochran Funeral Home Chapel in Livingston, Texas with Bro. Brent Stovall officiating. Mr. Lewis was born June 30, 1952 in St. Louis, Missouri to parents, Willard Harry Lewis and Mary Elizabeth (Dunnaway) Lewis and passed away July 3, 2017 in Lufkin, Texas. He is preceded in death by his parents.
He is survived by his brother, Dennis Lewis Sr.; niece, Laura Lewis; and nephew, Dennis Lewis Jr.; along with numerous other relatives and friends.
Cochran Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. Please sign our online guestbook at www.cochranfh.com.
Douglas Lynn McArthur
June 18, 1943 – July 4, 2017
Douglas Lynn McArthur born June 18th, 1943 to David and Lorraine McArthur in San Bernardino, CA. First born son… preceded in death by his parents, brother Barry and sister Roxanne. He is survived by his brothers Loren, Daryl and David, Jr.
Douglas was named after the General Douglas MacArthur - as his father David was a tail-gunner in WWII and had the opportunity to meet the General.
Douglas married Marsha Carlson on Nov 1, 1969 in Minneapolis, MN. They enjoyed many years of motorcycle riding and snowmobiling before they had their first daughter- Heather Elizabeth in 1973. They adopted their second daughter, Holly Elena from Bogota, Columbia in 1981.
Douglas enjoyed many years as a Butcher/ Meat cutter in Minnesota while also raising quarter horses with his wife and daughters. The family moved to the Dallas area in 1987 where they owned a restaurant and then moved to the Houston area in 1996.
Doug and Marsha found their retirement community in Onalaska, TX on Lake Livingston in 2002 and made many memories with their daughters, family, grandchildren (and many friends). Grandchildren include Tyler and Jake Edgar, Samantha, Savannah and Travis Matheus.
At his request, no service will be performed. Condolences may be sent to the family at 190 Creekside Dr. Onalaska, TX 77360.
Cochran Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.Please sign our online guest book at www.cochranfh.com.
Thomas (Hoop) Henry Hooper
Thomas (Hoop) Henry Hooper, 86, of Livingston, left earth to be with his heavenly Father July 5, 2017. He died peacefully at his home surrounded by loved ones. Thomas was very active at St. Joseph Catholic Church and has been a Fourth Degree Knight of Columbus since 1955. He has lived in the Bold Springs Community of Livingston since 1999 after retiring as a sales representative for the 3M Corporation. He was a member of The American Legion in Livingston.
He remained active after retirement from 3M, working for Maddison, LLP in the advertising industry. He was born in Newark, NJ and is a veteran of the Korean Conflict, serving in the Naval-Air branch of the military. Tom loved birdwatching as a hobby, fishing and hunting as pastimes. He and his wife traveled to many of the local community festivals and enjoyed evenings in dancing activities. Tom was such a talented dancer that people often cleared the dance floor just to watch and applaud. He was outgoing and felt a kinship with others, striking up conversations and making relationships with those who were at one time strangers to him. Vacationing to oceanside sites was a favorite activity for Tom.
He is survived by his loving wife Jeri and children: Thomas Hooper, Jr., of Tomball, TX; Loretta Hooper of Portland, TX; Anthony Hooper and wife Stacy of Cypress, TX; Tammy Foisy and husband, Rusty, of Porter, TX; stepson, Brandon Sherrill of Bridge City, TX. Surviving grandchildren are Cody Foisy of Porter, Hayden Hooper and Hudson Hooper of Cypress. He has one surviving sister, Loretta Hooper of Monroe Township, NJ.
Visitation hours are 5-7 p.m. Friday, July 7, at Cochran’s Funeral Home in Livingston followed by a Rosary at 7 p.m. A funeral Mass with full Knight of Columbus honors will be held at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Livingston at 10 a.m. Saturday, July 8. Burial rites will be held at Bold Springs cemetery immediately following the funeral Mass.
Memorial services for Juleta Bell Brannan, 89, of Livingston, Texas, will be held Saturday, July 8, 2017 at 3:00 p.m. in the Cochran Funeral Home Chapel in Livingston, Texas with Rev. David Franklin and Rev. James Frazier officiating.
Mrs. Brannan was born July 17, 1927 in Mineral Wells, Texas to parents, Jim Cook and Fannie Bell (Payne) Cook, and passed away July 5, 2017 in Livingston, Texas. She is preceded in death by her parents; and husbands, Jimmy Reeves and Bill Brannan.
She is survived by her daughter, Shirley Pergande of Onalaska, Texas; son and daughter-in-law, Richard and Nina Reeves of Baytown, Texas; son and daughter-in-law, Ray and Inez Reeves of Palestine, Texas; son, James Reeves of Palestine, Texas; daughter and son-in-law, Linda and Tom Jones of Terrell, Texas; 15 grandchildren; 26 great grandchildren; and 8 great-great grandchildren; along with many loving nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
Cochran Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. Please sign our online guestbook at www.cochranfh.com.
Syble Allene Hamilton May 20, 1928 – July 3, 2017
Mrs. Syble Allene Hamilton, 89, of Onalaska, Texas was born May 20, 1928 in Granada, Mississippi to parents, Alan Holiness and Susie (Butler) Holiness, and passed away on July 3, 2017 in Livingston, Texas. She is preceded in death by her parents; daughter, Playl Jane Dogan; brothers, Rudolph Holiness and Jimmy Holiness; and cousin, W.F. Butler.
She is survived by her granddaughter, Linda Birdwell and husband, Bubba of Onalaska, Texas; granddaughters, Haley Smith and Anastasia Smith both of Onalaska, Texas; and cousin, Kathy Colman of Mississippi; along with numerous other relatives and friends.
Cochran Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. Please sign our online guest book at www.cochranfh.com.
Wilbur Lee McBee
March 16, 1939 – July 4, 2017
Mr. Wilbur Lee McBee, 78, of Livingston, Texas was born March 16, 1939 in Houston, Texas to parents, Ruby Terrell McBee and Ocie Beatrice (Patton) McBee, and passed away on July 4, 2017 in Livingston, Texas. During his life, Wilbur served his country in the Army National Guard and in the Marines for 13 plus years. He enjoyed gardening and working in his flower beds. His family and friends were very important to him and he would go above and beyond for them. He had several very close friends whom were like family to him. Everyone knew Wilbur as very special and he never met a stranger. He is preceded in death by his parents; wife, Ellen McBee; daughter, Cynthia McBee; sister, Sissy Walston; and brothers, Tommy McBee and Charles McBee.
He is survived by his daughter, Dianna McBee Carpenter and husband, Allen of Clarksville, Arkansas; daughter, Debra McBee of Livingston, Texas; son, David McBee and wife, Linda of Magnolia, Texas; daughter, Tammy Hall and husband, Bobby of Magnolia, Texas; daughter, Juanita McBee Etie and husband, Herbert of Dickinson, Texas; grandchildren, Jeremy Carpenter of Clarksville, Arkansas, Tabatha Carpenter Turner of Ozone, Arkansas, Candace Day Butler of Cypress, Texas, Tamara Sullavan of Austin, Texas, Joshua Sullavan of Magnolia, Texas, and Heather Seymour of Dickinson, Texas; 23 great-grandchildren; brother, Donny McBee and wife, Maxine; sister, Mary Ann Fourniquet; brother, Harold McBee and wife, June; sister-in-law, Joyce McBee; and sister-in-law, Nell McBee; along with numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends
A memorial service will be held in the First United Methodist Church in Livingston, Texas on August 5, 2017 at 9:00 a.m.
Cochran Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.Please sign our online guest book at www.cochranfh.com.
Louis Gerald Huneycutt
September 20, 1932 – July 2, 2017
Memorial services for Louis Gerald Huneycutt, 84, of Coldspring, Texas will be held at 10:00 a.m., Saturday, July 8, 2017 at the Cochran Funeral Home Chapel in Livingston, Texas with Bro. Joe MacDonald officiating. Fellowship and lunch will follow the service at the First Presbyterian Fellowship Hall in Livingston, Texas.
Mr. Huneycutt was born September 20, 1932 in Clark County, Arkansas to parents, Roy Lee Huneycutt and Oneta (Martin) Huneycutt, and passed away on July 2, 2017 in Livingston, Texas. Louis was a vibrant man who loved life and never met a stranger. His passions were family, friends, golf, cooking, the First Presbyterian Church and especially music. Louis and Violet were married for 66 years. We will miss him so much. He is preceded in death by his parents; and brothers, Roy Glenn Huneycutt and Bobby Lee Huneycutt.
He is survived by his wife, Vi Huneycutt of Coldspring, Texas; daughter, Susan Huneycutt Smith of Houston, Texas; son, Danny L. Huneycutt of Houston, Texas; son, Thomas G. Huneycutt of Houston, Texas; grandson, Michael L. Smith of Austin, Texas; grandson, Nicholas L. Huneycutt of Pittsburg, Pennsylvania; granddaughter, Ashley M. Huneycutt of Spring, Texas; sister, Patsy Daniel and husband, Sewell of Arkadelphia, Arkansas; along with numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to St. Jude Cancer Research or to the charity of your choice.
Cochran Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.Please sign our online guest book at www.cochranfh.com.
Hershel Hill
Hershel Hill, born September 24, 1929 to William and Josephine Alcorn Hill in Livingston, Texas went to be with his Lord July 3, 2017 in Shepherd Texas at the age of 87 years. A Celebration of Hershel’s Life will begin at 6pm Friday, July 7th 2017 at Peebles Cemetery with Pastor Jeffrey Hill Smart officiating. Military honors provided by VFW Post 8568.
Hershel was faithful to his Lord, also a veteran in the United States Army having served in WWII.
He is survived by his nieces, Debbie (Dunn) Arnold & husband Rocky, Brenda Hill; nephews, Danny Hill & wife Tiffany, Edward Lee Hill and Johnny Hill; numerous other nieces and nephews and a host of friends.
Hershel is preceded in death by his parent, three brother, Frank, Johnny and George Hill.
Funeral Services for Mr. Leroy Criswell, 81, of Livingston, TX will be held Thursday, July 6, 2017 at 11:00 a.m. in the Providence #1 Baptist Church in Leggett, Texas, with Pastor Ronnie Coleman officiating. Interment will follow in the New Winsley Cemetery, Leggett, TX. Visitation will be held from 9-11a.m. prior to the service.
Leroy went home to be with the Lord on Friday, June 30, 2017 in Houston, Texas. Leroy was born in Seven Oaks, Texas on September 4, 1935 to the late Wash Criswell Jr and Etta Mae (Bailey) Criswell.
Leroy was of the Baptist faith and a member of Providence #1 Baptist Church in Leggett, Texas. He was employed by Temple-Inland as a transportation driver and retired after 18 years. In his spare time, he enjoyed playing basketball, swimming, and riding horses.
He is preceded in death by his parents; wife, Ida Mae Criswell; brothers, Lenard, Louis, and Milton Criswell.
Leroy is survived by his sons, Leroy Criswell Jr. of Corrigan, Texas; Shelby Lee Criswell of Austin, Texas; daughter, Desiree Conrad (John) of Carrollton, Texas; brothers, Raymond Criswell (Angie) of Humble, Texas; Curtis Criswell (Theodell) of Houston, Texas; grandchildren, Corey Conrad, Shelby Lee Criswell Jr, Carlos Phillips, and Charissa Conrad; great-grandchildren, Ciara Phillips, Antoine Phillips, and Lele Phillips and numerous other relatives and friends.
Pallbearers: Raymond Baldwin, Gerome Davis, L. W. Foreman, Andrew Taylor, Donest Criswell Jr., and Archie Bean.
Honorary Pallbearers: Shelby Lee Criswell, Zachery Williams, Corey Conrad, Don Taylor, Carlos Phillips, and Leroy Calip Jr.
Services are entrusted to Corrigan Funeral Home, Inc.
Marcia (Todd) Wyatt
September 9, 1926 - June 23, 2017
Funeral Services for Marcia Wyatt, 90, of Houston, Texas will be held Saturday, July 1, 2017 at 11 am at the Livingston Church of God In Christ with Pastor Robert Johnson Sr. officiating. Interment will follow at Houston Memorial Garden Cemetery in Pearland, Texas. Marcia was born September 9, 1926 in White Cloud, Kansas. to Charles and Roxy Todd. She was the 5th of 5 children. And she passed away June 23, 2017 in Houston, Texas surrounded by loved ones.
At the age of 16 she graduated from high school and went on to attend college. She went to work for a period in Leavenworth, Kansas.
In 1948 Marcia was united in marriage to Rev. David A. White, Sr and moved to Kansas City, Kansas. Into this union were born 3 children; David, Jr., Carolyn and Phyllis. Her husband Rev. White and baby girl Phyllis preceded her in death. After her husband’s death Marcia moved back to White Cloud, Kansas being near her Father.
Marcia was a very active member in Foster Memorial Church of God In Christ under Pastor Roy Stillman. She played the piano and sang in the choir. Marcia kept her children active in church. Her son played the guitar, piano and organ. Her daughter played the piano and sang in the choir, trio and gospel group.
Being the daughter of a Farmer Marcia had production skills! She purchased her home on quite a few acres of land. She had her own chicken coop where she collected their eggs. Now and again she’d catch a chicken, chop its head off, let it flop then pluck feather and fry it. She had a garden that measured acres in length and width. She taught her children to pick corn, shell peas, snap beans – everything that the garden produced her children had their role in the harvest. She canned her vegetables. Her son David had his own pigstye on a portion of the land. Marcia was one of the best cooks in town. She made everything from scratch.
Marcia’s father lost his vision at a certain age in life. Marcia drove to and from his home daily for years cooking and cleaning for him. He always called her "Mar-Ci". Marcia always cared for the elderly and little ones.
In 1969 Marcia moved back to Kansas City, Kansas where she became an active member at Evangelist Temple Church of God in Christ. In 1981 she moved, with her daughter to Texas. Marcia chose to move to Leggett where her dear Friends Rev. Richard and Essie Scott resided. She was very active in Our Lord Church of God In Christ playing the piano and teaching Sunday classes and ministering for the Lord. In 1982 Marcia became wife to Joe N. Wyatt. They were married for 35 years. On Rev. Scotts departure from Leggett Marcia became a member of Livingston Church of God In Christ.
Marcia leaves her loves son David A. White, Sr and daughter, Carolyn Green, grandchildren Marcelle Green, Sr. (Tamika) and great grandchildren Maiya and Marcelle Jr., Brother-in-Laws and their wives, step relatives, her Church Family – Livingston Church of God In Christ.
What an honor it has been to Live with and Love Marcia Louise (Todd-White) Wyatt and we know that she is with our Heavenly Father Now.
Pallbearers: Bro. Brandon Prescott; Bro. Sydney Wyatt; Bro. Demond Johnson; Bro. Joseph Criswell; Bro. James Criswell; Bro. Donnell McGown Jr.
Honorary Pallbearers: Deacons of the Church
Duncan Funeral Home is in charge of final arrangements. Please sign our guestbook at www.duncanfuneralhome.com.
R.C. Denham
April 16, 1925 – June 30, 2017
Funeral services for R.C. Denham, 92, of Livingston, Texas will be held at 3:00 p.m., Saturday, July 1, 2017 at the Cochran Funeral Home Chapel in Livingston, Texas with Rev. Harold Isaacs officiating. Interment will follow in the Bold Springs Cemetery in Livingston, Texas.Visitation will be held from 2:00 p.m. until the service begins at 3:00 p.m.
Mrs. Denham was born April 16, 1925 in Center, Texas to parents, Amos McSwain and Martha (Andrews) McSwain, and passed away on June 30, 2017 in Livingston, Texas. She is preceded in death by her parents; husband, H.S. “Buster” Denham; sister, Olga Parker; and brothers, Delmas McSwain, Bill McSwain, and Bob McSwain.
She is survived by her daughter, Barbara Clarke of Livingston, Texas; daughter, Henrietta Carter of Livingston, Texas; sister, Mamie Elliott of Livingston, Texas; grandchildren, James Lee Clarke, Amy Erickson, and Gary Lynn Wright; great-grandchildren, Reece Palmer, Blake Palmer, Renee Clarke, Jamie Clarke, Landon Wright, Danny Wright, and Diane Houston; close friend and caregiver, Lillian Randolph; along with numerous nieces, nephews, great-grandchildren; other relatives and friends.
Pallbearers: James Lee Clarke, Rick Rosario, Bill Erickson, Reece Palmer, Blake Palmer
Honorary Pallbearers: Lewis Milner, Gene DeLaney, Freddy Duff, Charles Wheeler, Jimmy McDonald, Jimmy Neal Hooks, James Bergman, Bob Densman, Kenneth Yarbrough
Cochran Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.Please sign our online guest book at www.cochranfh.com.
Dora Gibson Crawford Votaw
September 25, 1940 – June 25, 2017
A Celebration of Life for Doris Gibson Crawford Votaw, 76, will be held at 10:00 a.m., Saturday, July 1, 2017 in the Cochran Funeral Home Chapel in Livingston, Texas with Bro. Joe MacDonald officiating. Interment will take place in the French Cemetery in Kenefick, Texas at 12:30 p.m. on Saturday, July 1, 2017.Visitation will be held from 5:00 – 7:00 p.m. on Friday, June 30, 2017 in the Cochran Funeral Home in Livingston, Texas.
Mrs. Votaw, 76, longtime resident of Livingston, Texas passed away unexpectedly Sunday, June 25, 2017 in San Antonio, Texas where she has resided since 2016.
Dora was born September 25, 1940 in Covington, Kentucky to William and Margaret Crawford.She graduated from Spring Branch High School in Houston, Texas and Sam Houston State University in Huntsville, Texas.It was while at college that she met and fell in love with Waymon Ray Votaw, Sr.They married on her college graduation day and were together for 49 years.They enjoyed bowling, bridge, hunting, fishing, watching their beloved Dallas Cowboys and sitting on the porch with a cup of coffee watching the squirrels and wild birds.
Dora is welcomed into heaven by her husband, father, mother, sister Mary Margaret (Peggy) Moran, mother-in-law Hazel Hollerbach and many others who passed before and greet her with loving arms.
Dora is survived by her daughter, Candace Campenni, her husband, Thomas and grandchildren Cary Logan Vailes of Livingston, Texas and Caitlyn Rae Vailes of Salem, Oregon; son Waymon Ray Votaw, Jr., his wife, Teresa and grandchildren Anna Claire and Christian of Sugarland, Texas; step-mother Patricia Crawford of El Paso, Texas; sister Ann McClure and husband David of El Paso, Texas and many more friends and relatives who will surely miss her.
Cochran Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.Please sign our online guest book at www.cochranfh.com.
James Mullins
May 25, 1941 – June 24, 2017
Mr. James Mullins, 76, of Point Blank, Texas was born May 25, 1941 in Dennison, Texas to parents, Dudley Mullins and Estannie (Carender) Mullins, and passed away on June 24, 2017 in Point Blank, Texas. He is preceded in death by his parents; and sister, Oneida Fugitt.
He is survived by his wife, Carol Mullins of Point Blank, Texas; son, Anthony Craig and wife, Brenda of Bakersfield, California; son, Lee Mullins and wife, Pamela of Oregon; son, Alfred Herzer of Point Blank, Texas; daughter, Loretta Davidson and husband, Cary of Willis, Texas; daughter, Shanda Deaton and husband, Ron of Ada, Oklahoma; son, Corey Herzer and wife, Krista of Farmington, New Mexico; sisters, Frances Fender of Oregon, and Debbie Redford of Bakersfield, California; and his loyal, furry, four-legged friend, Duke; along with numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
Cochran Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.Please sign our online guest book at www.cochranfh.com.
William Clayton Parker
September 6, 1937 – June 25, 2017
Funeral services for William Clayton Parker, 79, of Livingston, Texas will be held at 10:00 a.m., Thursday, June 29, 2017 at the Cochran Funeral Home Chapel in Livingston, Texas with Bro. Terry Jones officiating. Interment will follow in the Center Grove Cemetery in Livingston, Texas.Visitation will begin at 5:00 p.m., Wednesday, June 28, 2017 in the Cochran Funeral Home in Livingston, Texas.
Mr. Parker was born September 6, 1937 in Livingston, Texas to parents, Loby Lufkin Parker and Lola Adell (Smith) Parker, and passed away on June 25, 2017 in Livingston, Texas.
He is survived by his son, Randy Clayton Parker of Coldspring, Texas; daughter, Carla Jo Gurley and husband, Benny of Rosharon, Texas; daughter, Rebeca Ann Parker of Rosharon, Texas; grandchildren, Shane, B.C., Kyle, Chad, Matthew, Cassie, and Cherie; great-grandchildren, Ava, Lilly, and Bruce; and sisters, Thelma, Janice, and Marlene; along with numerous other relatives and friends.
Pallbearers: Pete Burroughs, Buddy Parker, Troy Fowler, Kyle Botruff, Chris Harrison, Sam Franklin, Joel Colston, Keith Woodman
Honorary Pallbearers: Mark Fowler, Mickey Howell, Bo Free
Cochran Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.Please sign our online guest book at www.cochranfh.com.
Ashford Washington Butler
September 22, 1929 – June 23, 2017
Funeral services for Ashford Washington Butler, 87, of Livingston, Texas will be held at 3:00 p.m., Tuesday, June 27, 2017 at the Cochran Funeral Home Chapel in Livingston, Texas with Bro. Rex Hendrix and Mitchell Murphy officiating. Military Honors will be provided by VFW Post #8568.Interment will follow in the Midway Cemetery in Livingston, Texas.Visitation will begin at 5:00 p.m., Monday, June 26, 2017 in the Cochran Funeral Home Chapel in Livingston, Texas.
Mr. Butler was born September 22, 1929 in Pinckney, Texas to parents, Jesse Lee Butler and Ramie (Bailey) Butler, and passed away on June 23, 2017 in Livingston, Texas. During his life, Ashford proudly served his country in the United States Marine Corps. From May 2, 1950 to August 18, 1950 in the Mediterranean. He also served in the Korean War from August 15, 1950 through November 27, 1951 participating in the capture and securing of Seoul, in Wonsan-Hungnam-Chosin campaign and operations against enemy forces in South and Central Korea. During this time, on March 1, 1952 he was promoted to Sergeant. He was awarded for his service in Korea, Navy Occupation, UN Ribbon, and a Good Conduct Medal. He was honorably discharged on December 19, 1952 in Quantico, Virginia. He is preceded in death by his parents; wife, Mary Hazel Butler; son, Lucian Butler; sister, Reba Butler Williams; infant sister, Retha Butler; and brothers, J.L Butler, Ike Butler, Red Butler, and Elbert Butler.
He is survived by his son, Steve Butler and wife, Connie of Livingston, Texas; grandchildren, Amber and Michael Tolar, Jessica and Jeremy Slack, Ashley and Billy Moffett, Karen and Dandy Bergman, Stevie and Travis Byrd, John and Melody Davis, Steven and Heather Butler, and Jesse and Jenna Butler; great-grandchildren, Dylan, Gus, Grady, Grant, Makena, Cade, Case, Ramie, J.L, Jagger, Jep, Jaycie, Trig, Coy, Parker, Carter, Isaiah, Kale, and Rose; brother, Mitch A. Butler and wife, Grace of Onalaska, Texas; brother, Sammy Adams and wife, Carolyn of Vidor, Texas; nieces and nephews, Mitchell Butler, Jeff Butler, Liz Jenkins, Karen Watson, Melody Kellar, Beverly Butler, Carla Meadows, Tammy Payne, Retha Williams, and Martha Williams; along with numerous other relatives and friends.
Pallbearers: Great-grandchildren
Cochran Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.Please sign our online guest book at www.cochranfh.com.
William Glen Wheelis October 8, 1939 – June 21, 2017
Funeral services for William “Bill” Wheelis, 77, of Onalaska, Texas, will be held Monday, June 26, 2017 at 2:00 p.m. in the Family Life Church in Livingston, Texas with Rev. Doug McManus officiating. Interment will follow in the Magnolia Cemetery in Onalaska, Texas. Visitation will be held Monday, June 26, 2017 starting at 10:00 a.m. until the service begins, in the Family Life Church in Livingston, Texas.
William “Bill” Wheelis was born October 8, 1939 in Moorehouse, Missouri to parents, Clyde Wheelis and Ester (Bishop) Wheelis, and went to be with the Lord on June 21, 2017 in Conroe, Texas. He was a great man who will be dearly missed. He enjoyed fishing, family, and friends, but his true passion was serving our Heavenly Father. If you ever needed advice, he was the one to go to. He loved preaching the gospel and was truly a gem in God’s eyes. He is preceded in death by his parents.
He is survived by his wife, Ruth Wheelis in Onalaska, Texas; son, Glen Wheelis and Crystal of Florida; daughter, Melanie Green of Onalaska, Texas; daughter, Cyndi Walker and Steve of Beaumont, Texas; daughter, Sherry Wheelis of North Dakota; grandchildren, James and Michelle Young, Brandon Green, Kristi and Andrew Norman, Cody Green, Spencer Wheelis, Denise Wheelis, Katy Wheelis, Joshua Patrick, Megan Patrick and Christopher Patrick; brothers, Hershel Wheelis, Jack Wheelis, and Dale Wheelis; sisters, Ann Wheelis, Sue Wheelis, and Sandra Wheelis; along with numerous other relatives and friends.
Cochran Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. Please sign our online guestbook at www.cochranfh.com.
Frank Allen Chesson
Frank Allen Chesson, age 66, of Livingston, Texas, was born January 22, 1951 in Inez, Texas and passed away on June 19, 2017 in Conroe, Texas.
He was a Veteran in the United States Army having served in the 51st Airborne Division. Frank was a lifetime musican. He loved to hunt and was an avid fisherman. Frank enjoyed being a husband, pawpaw, and a brother the most.
Frank is survived by his wife of 15 years, Cynthia Chesson; children, Angelia Marie Chesson, Joyce Belyeu, Kenny E. Baker, Jimmy L. Lechinger; brother, James Frank Chesson & wife, Joyce; sisters, Linda Echlin, Jackie Chesson & husband, Steve Zewie, Yvonne Brasher; nine grandchildren, one great grandchild; and numerous nieces and nephews and a host of friends.
He is preceded in death by his parents, James and Gloria Garza Chesson; sister, Shyra Gilberth; brother, Mark Chesson.
Visitation will be from 5:00 pm to 9:00 p.m. on Friday, June 23, 2017 at Pace Funeral Home. Celebration of Frank’s life will be held on Saturday, June 24 at 2:00p.m. at Pace Funeral Home in Livingston, Texas with Pastor Harold Isaacs officiating. Interment to follow at the Garden of Memories in Lufkin, Texas. To send your online condolences, please go to www. pacefuneral.com. Military honors provided by VFW Post # 8568. Pallbearers: David Junior Brasher, Jamie Chesson, Kenny Baker, Mason Brasher, Wade Brasher, Dereck Wick, Chase Bradley; Honorary Pallbearers: James Frank Chesson, David Brasher, Sr.
A Memorial fund account has been set up at First National Bank (936-327-1234) to help the family with the funeral expenses. (In care of Frank Chesson. routing number 113105452. Account # 258-8420)
To send your online condolences, please go to www.pacefuneral.com.
Bobby Clenon Crawford Sr. December 3, 1943 – June 20, 2017
Funeral services for Bobby Clenon Crawford Sr., 73, of Livingston, Texas, will be held Friday, June 23, 2017 at 2:00 p.m. in the Cochran Funeral Home Chapel in Livingston, Texas with Bro. Rex Hendrix officiating. Military Honors will be provided by VFW Post #8568. Interment will follow in the Forest Hill Cemetery in Livingston, Texas. Visitation will be held from 5:00 – 8:00 p.m. on Thursday, June 22, 2017 in the Cochran Funeral Home in Livingston, Texas.
Mr. Crawford was born December 3, 1943 in Pasadena, Texas to parents, William Crawford and Zora (Matlock) Crawford, and passed away June 20, 2017 in Livingston, Texas. During his life, he proudly served his country in the United States Army during the Vietnam War. Bobby was a pastor for 10 years at the Votaw Baptist Church and even pastored up until his death. He is preceded in death by his parents; and wife, Elaine Crawford.
He is survived by his wife, Glenda Crawford of Livingston, Texas; daughter, Dana Taylor and husband, Ricky of Livingston, Texas; daughter, Linda Hooper and husband, Kent of Allen, Texas; sons, Bobby Crawford Jr. and John Crawford both of Livingston, Texas; special daughter, Angela Davis of Groesbeck, Texas; granddaughter, Hannah Taylor; grandsons, Jake Taylor, Chase Hooper, and Grant Hooper; granddaughters, Meghan Rogers and Allie McClain; grandson, Dustin Crawford; great-grandchildren, Anderson Taylor, Evelyn Taylor, Cayne Hooper, and Benjamin Rogers; sister, Linda Jenkins and husband, Terry of Livingston, Texas; along with numerous other relatives and friends.
Pallbearers: Ricky Taylor, Jake Taylor, Chase Hooper, Grant Hooper, Wesley Matlock, Bobby Watson
Cochran Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. Please sign our online guestbook at www.cochranfh.com.
J.D. Todd
September 28, 1925 – June 20, 2017
Funeral services for J.D. Todd, 91, of Livingston, Texas, will be held Saturday, June 24, 2017 at 2:00 p.m. in the Cochran Funeral Home Chapel in Livingston, Texas with Bro. David Jones officiating. Interment will follow in the Menard Chapel Cemetery in Livingston, Texas. Visitation will be held from 5:00 – 8:00 p.m. on Friday, June 23, 2017 in the Cochran Funeral Home in Livingston, Texas.
Mr. Todd was born September 28, 1925 in Leroy, Alabama to parents, David Todd and Lula (Bozeman) Todd, and passed away June 20, 2017 in Livingston, Texas. He is preceded in death by his parents; wife, Edith Christine Todd; and son, Alan David Todd.
He is survived by his son, Charles Todd and wife, Alison of Grapevine, Texas; brother, Kimbrough Todd and wife, Ann of Mobile, Alabama; brother, John Paul Todd and wife, Gail of Mobil, Alabama; sisters, Martha Sanderson of Millry, Alabama, Mary Todd of Theodore, Alabama, Myrtle Smith of Uriah, Alabama, and Ruby Koenig of Baton Rouge, Louisiana; grandsons, Colt Todd of Stamps, Arkansas, and Taylor Alan Todd of Nacogdoches, Texas; along with numerous other relatives and friends.
Cochran Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. Please sign our online guestbook at www.cochranfh.com.
Charles Duane Jones
Charles Duane Jones, age 82, of Onalaska, Texas, was born March 16, 1935, in Elmore City, Oklahoma, and passed away on June 18, 2017 in Houston, Texas.
He was a member of the American Legion Club Post #402
Charles is survived by his children, Lucinda Christoffersen, Timothy Duane Jones; sisters, Gaye Guelker & husband, Marvin, Anna Dunigan; grandchildren, Jessica Holmes, Scottie Helm, Felisha Herschel, John Charles Jones, Andrew Duane Jones, Leona Suetta Leroux; great-grandchildren, AlexZander Helm, Maddalyn Meyer, Landyn Frye, Jessica Leroux, Jeremy Leroux; and numerous other relatives and a host of friends.
He is preceded in death by his parents J.C. and Naomi Raines Jones; wife, Lola Jean Evans Jones.
A Memorial Service will be held on June 20, 2017 at 5:30p.m. at the American Legion Post #402. and Sunday, June 25, 2017 from 2:00 p.m to 4:00 p.m in Lawrence, Kansas.
A Mass of Christian burial for Mrs. Estela Perez, 57, of Corrigan, TX will be held Thursday, June 22, 2017 at 10:00 a.m. in the St. Martin’s De Porres Catholic Church in Corrigan, Texas, Father Tarsisius, celebrant. Interment will follow in the Union Springs Cemetery, Corrigan, TX. Visitation will be held Wednesday, June 21, 2017 from 5-7 p.m. in the Corrigan First Baptist Church Family Life Center. A rosary service will begin at 7 p.m.
Estela Perez was called by God on Monday, June 19, 2017 in Lufkin, Texas. Estela was born in Eagle Pass, Texas on July 30, 1959 to Emilio and Maria (Viruette) Pina. She grew up in Goodrich and later moved to Corrigan, where she made her home. Estela married her love, Socorro Perez on May 26, 1981. During her lifetime, she made lots of friends, and never knew a stranger. She was employed by CCISD as a paraprofessional.
Estela was of the Catholic faith and attended St. Martin De Porres Catholic Church in Corrigan, Texas. Family was always priority to Estela. Spending time with her children and grandchildren brought her the most joy.
She is preceded in death by her parents; son, Edward Pina; sister, Elida Pina.
Estela is survived by her husband of 36 years, Socorro Perez of Corrigan, Texas; sons, Javier Perez and wife Amber of Corrigan, Texas; Nestor Perez and wife Susie of Houston, Texas; brothers, Emilio Pina and wife Elena of Houston, Texas; Esteban Pina of Diboll, Texas; sisters, Emma Pina of Huntsville, Texas; Elena Pina of Goodrich, Texas; 8 grandchildren and numerous other relatives and friends who will miss her dearly.
Pallbearers: Esteban Pina, Esteban Pecina, Javier Perez, Nestor Perez, Rafael Santana, Javier Ibarra.
Services are entrusted to Corrigan Funeral Home, Inc.
Cleo "Pee Wee" Purvis
Cleo “Pee Wee” Purvis, age 81, was born January 12, 1936, in Corrigan, Texas and passed away on Friday, June 16, 2017 at his residence in Corrigan, Texas.
He is preceded in death by his wife, Freddie Jo Purvis; parents, Byrd and Doris Purvis; son, Dewayne Ferrell Purvis; grandson, Joseph Michael Purvis; brothers, Milton Purvis, Buddy Purvis; sisters, Margaret Nell Lerma.
Cleo is survived by sons and daughters-in-law, Edmond Purvis & wife, Tonia of Corrigan, Texas, Terrill Purvis of Peoria, Illinois, Kevin Purvis & wife, Kim of Corrigan, Texas, Howard Purvis & wife, Lanora of New Caney, Texas; grandchildren, Amber Purvis Dempsey, DeWayne Purvis, Wesley Purvis, Ian Purvis, Adam Purvis, Evan Purvis, Alexis Purvis, Dylan Purvis, Zack Purvis, Brooke Skinner, Taylor Purvis, Kolton Purvis, Miranda Parham, Mary Parham, Aleyna Harbour; seventeen great-grandchildren; brothers and sisters-in-law, John Paul Purvis & wife, Jan, Mary Alice Fisher & husband, Billy, sisters, Johnie Byrd Thomas, Sandra Sailer; numerous nieces, nephew and other relatives and a host of friends.
Cleo enjoyed hunting, fishing, gardening and spending time with his family and friends. He was a member of the United States Army and a long-term member and officer of the Corrigan VFW Post #6521. He was nicknamed “The Governor” by his plywood friends and work colleagues and the family quickly adopted it because it suited him. Cleo graduated from Corrigan High School in 1955 and attended SFA College.
Services for Cleo are scheduled for Monday, June 19, 2017 at the First Baptist Church of Corrigan Family Life Center, 103 N. Collins Street, Corrigan, Texas with Brother Leslie Wilkinson officiating. Visitation will be held on Sunday, June 18, 2017 from 6:00p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at the First Baptist Church of Corrigan Family Life Center. Interment will follow at the Stryker Cemetery in Corrigan, Texas. Pallbearers: Roger Gay, Brad Purvis, Brette Ratliff, Donnie Harris, Billy Sam Locke, Hector Duran. Honorary Pallbearers: Rette Ratliff, Larry Whitworth, John Paul Purvis and VFW Post #6521 members.
Jean McCarley Shepherd was born October 9, 1928 in San Antonio, Texas to Bennie Lindley and Jake McCarley and passed away on June 16. 2017 at the age of 88 years.
Her family moved to Houston when she was three years old. She was one of four children and their names all started with the letter J. Her brother Jerry and two sisters, JoAnn and Joyce whom she dearly loved. Jean was raised in the depression years and had a wonderful childhood. Later in her years she wrote all the memories down in stories and her granddaughter, Jenny Shepherd typed it up and had it printed for family members. Jean was baptized when she was twelve years old in the Church of Christ by Reverend Burton Coffman. After graduation from San Jacinto High School and Massey Business College, Jean went to work for Rountree Oldsmobile as a bookkeeper. Here she met her husband, Jesse Raymond Shepherd in 1949. Raymond was going to University of Houston and working half days at an insurance company. He was the manager of the Rountree fast pitch softball team. They were married by Dr. Kyle Yates at Second Baptist church in Houston, Texas on June 16, 1951. Jean was baptized by Dr. Yates and joined the church in 1952. Jean and Raymond had three children. Jesslyn, Ron, and Janie who were the joy of her life. Jean worked twelve years at Rountree Oldsmobile, twenty years at Southwest Volkswagon. They retired to a home they had built in 1986 on April 1,1988. Raymond was 65 and Jean was 59. Jean found a part time job at Moore-Henry Motors working for a wonderful gentleman, Joe Mac Henry. She worked there for nineteen years and ended her automobile career in 2009 at the age of 81. Jean and Raymond enjoyed 23 years of watching the beautiful sunset over Lake Livingston. Raymond passed away just before their 61St anniversary and Jean passed away on their 66th anniversary.
She is survived by her children, Ron C. Shepherd, Janie Snyder & husband, David; sisters, JoAnn Short, Joyce Terral, grandchildren, Jenny Shepherd, Kelli Shepherd, Brett Barkley, Blake Barkley, Shelby Snyder; great grandchildren, Addison Barkley, Kaylie Earley, Luke Barkley, Aubrie Shepherd; several nieces and nephews; and other numerous relatives and a host of friends.
Jean is preceded in death by parents, Jake and Bennie McCarley; husband, Jesse R. Shepherd; daughter, Jesslyn Barkley; brother, Jerry McCarley; grandmother, Annie Morris Lindley; grandson, Jimmy Snyder; brother-in-law, Ben Terral.
Services for Jean are scheduled for Tuesday, June 20,2017 at 11:00 a.m. at Pace Funeral Home in Livingston, Texas with Reverend Kevan Wood officiating. Visitation will be held on Monday, June 19, 2017 from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at Pace Funeral Home. To send your online condolences, please go to www.pacefuneral.com.
Lydia Ann Morris
August 18, 1951 – June 16, 2017
Funeral services for Lydia Ann Morris, 65, of Livingston, Texas, will be held Monday, June 19, 2017 at 2:00 p.m. in the Cochran Funeral Home Chapel in Livingston, Texas with Bro. Billy Brackin officiating. Interment will follow in the Holly Grove Cemetery in Livingston, Texas. Visitation will be held from 5:00 – 8:00 p.m. on Sunday, June 18, 2017 in the Cochran Funeral Home in Livingston, Texas.
Mrs. Morris was born August 18, 1951 in Union Town, Pennsylvania to parents, Wilbert Jefferies and Dorothy (Newcomer) Jefferies, and passed away June 16, 2017 in Humble, Texas. She is preceded in death by her parents; brother-in-law, Gregory Lewis Richardson; mother-in-law, Patsy Richardson-Allen; and father-in-law, Lewis Richardson.
She is survived by her husband, Charles Morris of Livingston, Texas; son and daughter-in-law, Christopher and Melissa Morris of Stafford, Texas; son and daughter-in-law, Douglas and Kelsey Morris of Livingston, Texas; daughter, Elizabeth Morris and partner, Paul Voan of Livingston, Texas; grandchildren, Ryan, Ryleigh, Allona, Kallie, Madison, Elijah, Austin Voan, Justin, Austin, and Kennedy; sister, Phyllis Jefferies of Sierra Vista, Arizona; sister, Kathleen Jones of Buford, Georgia; sister-in-law, Trudy Miller and husband, Glenn of Huntington, Texas; sister-in-law, Ann Allen and husband, Ed Gilbert of Huntsville, Texas; and father-in-law, D.H. “Red” Allen of Livingston, Texas; along with numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
Pallbearers: Douglas Morris, Christopher Morris, Paul Voan, Glen Miller, Ryan Morris, Steven Richardson
Honorary Pallbearers: Derek Richardson
Cochran Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. Please sign our online guestbook at www.cochranfh.com.
Edward (Eddie) Young
Edward (Eddie) Young, age 80, of Livingston, was born October 24, 1936, in Ville Platte, LA, and passed away on June 14,2017.
He was a veteran in the United States Air Force. Eddie owned the East Texas Glass in Onalaska, Texas for many years. He also did long hauls for the trucking industry.
Eddie is survived by his special friend, Pattie Mills; children, Brenda Young Lee, Edward Young Jr.; brothers, Eldon Young & wife, Pam, Bernie Young & wife, Judy, Joe Young & wife, Judy; three grandchildren and four great grandchildren; and numerous other relatives and a host of friends.
He is preceded in death by his parents, Ulysses and Lula Moreau Young; wife, Lois Young
Celebration of Eddie’s life will be held on Saturday, June 17, 2017 at noon at Pace Funeral Home in Livingston, Texas with Pastor Harold Isaacs officiating. To send your online condolences, go to www.pacefuneral.com.
Rodrick Woods
June 18, 1938 – June 11, 2017
Funeral services for Rodrick Woods, 78, of Livingston, Texas will be held at 2:00 p.m., Friday, June 16, 2017 in the Cochran Funeral Home Chapel in Livingston, Texas with Rev. Fred Alford officiating.Interment will follow in the Peebles Cemetery in Livingston, Texas.Visitation will be held from 5:00 – 8:00 p.m., Thursday, June 15, 2017 at the Cochran Funeral Home in Livingston, Texass
Mr. Woods was born June 18, 1938 in Washington County, Alabama to parents, James Robert Woods and Lilly (Dearman) Woods, and passed away June 11, 2017 in Houston, Texas. He is preceded in death by his parents; wife, Bonnie Lou Binkley Woods; and 9 siblings.
He is survived by his son and daughter-in-law, Allen and Becky Woods of Houston, Texas; daughter and son-in-law, Darlene and Darien McKee of Livingston, Texas; son and daughter-in-law, Rodney and Michelle Woods of Houston, Texas; brother and sister-in-law, Sidney and Lela Woods of Pearland, Texas; brother and sister-in-law, Joe and Sharon Woods of Bonanza, Oregon; grandchildren, Richard Woods, Randy Woods, Carisa Woods, Curtis Woods, Cody Woods, and George Woods; step-son, Kevin Binkley and wife, Janis of Alabama; step-daughter, Tammy Kirkpatrick of Livingston, Texas; step-son, Randy Binkley of Alabama; step-grandchildren, Michael, Misty, Danny, Cody, and Shae; along with numerous great-grandchildren; other relatives and friends.
Cochran Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. Please sign our online guestbook at www.cochranfh.com.
Lenora Frances Huse
Funeral Services for Lenora Huse, 70, of Kingwood, TX will be held Thursday, June 15, 2017, at 3:00 p.m. in the Corrigan Funeral Home Chapel with Pastor James Lee Moore officiating. Interment will follow in the Stryker Cemetery in Corrigan, TX. Visitation will be held from 2-3 p.m. prior to the service.
Lenora Frances (Cook) Huse finished her earthly journey on June 11, 2017 in Kingwood, Texas. Frances was born on July 7, 1946 to Johnnie Paul and Mildred O’Neal (Lunsford) Cook, the second of five children. She spent her school years in the Aldine ISD in North Houston. This beautiful brunette caught the eye and heart of Herman Louis Huse, whom she married on October 21, 1966. Frances raised two girls, Sheri Denise Huse Wright and Mary Frances Heise.
Although Frances graduated from Aldine Sr. High in June of 1965 with a certification in cosmetology, she held other careers besides that. She worked for Pedan Iron & Steel for several years and the Credit Bureau of Houston. Her final career and most satisfying before retirement, was as a respiratory therapist. She loved her work and was highly respected by her peers at Tomball Regional Hospital and also in Corsicana for a short while. Frances was a Baptist by faith and a longtime member of Wakefield Baptist Church, where she will be missed by her church family. She was also a former member of Greenridge Missionary Baptist Church in Houston, where she is fondly remembered.
She is preceded in death by her parents and brother, Paul Victor Cook.
Frances is survived by her husband of 50 years, Herman Huse; daughters and sons-in-law, Sheri and Harvey Wright; Mary and Jason Heise; brothers and sisters-in-law, John David and Karen Cook; Stephen Allen and Rose Cook; sister and brother-in-law, Linda and Glen Peters; grandchildren, Brittany, Stephanie, Meagan, Zane, and Caleb; great-grandchildren, Chloe and Preston; aunt, Betty Lunsford; sister-in-law, Brenda Cook. Frances was greatly loved by a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.
Pallbearers: Jeffrey Cook, Matthew Weeks, Eric Altenbaumer, Stuart Peters, Jarod Cook, Damon Cook, and Christopher Cook
Honorary Pallbearers: Harvey Wright and Jason Heise
Services are entrusted to Corrigan Funeral Home, Inc.
Patricia Gayle Wall Burts
April 26, 1949 – June 11, 2017
Funeral services for Patricia Gayle Wall Burts, 68, of Livingston, Texas will be held at 10:00 a.m., Friday, June 16, 2017 in the Cochran Funeral Home Chapel in Livingston, Texas with Bro. Jeremy Allen officiating.Interment will follow in the Peebles Cemetery in Livingston, Texas.Visitation will be held from 5:00 – 8:00 p.m., Thursday, June 15, 2017 at the Cochran Funeral Home in Livingston, Texas.
Mrs. Burts was born April 26, 1949 in Houston, Texas to parents, Vaughan Franklin Wall Sr. and Alma (Fitzgerald) Wall, and passed away June 11, 2017 in Conroe, Texas. She is preceded in death by her parents; husband, Nathan Burts; brothers, Danny Steven Wall and Vaughan Franklin Wall Jr.; and sister, Delores Jane Winthrop.
She is survived by her son, Dr. Robert Woodrome of The Woodlands, Texas; brothers, Johnny Albert Wall and wife, Deborah of Lufkin, Texas, James Anthony Wall and wife, Lorraine of Chicago, Illinois; and Darrell Dwayne Wall and wife, Julie of Lufkin, Texas; sisters, Teresa Lavell Ruddick and husband, John of Alvor, Texas, and Carolyn Faye Shiffer of Chester, Texas; and ex-husband, Woodrome “Woody” Woodrome of Conroe, Texas; along with numerous other relatives and friends.
Pallbearers: Ryan Nelson, Gerald Munson, Creed Bowman, George Eldred, George Eldred Jr., Dr. Andrew Gulbis, Channing Gibson
Cochran Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. Please sign our online guestbook at www.cochranfh.com.
David Carson Hon
September 18, 1931 – June 10, 2017
Funeral services for David Carson Hon, 85, of Livingston, Texas will be held at 2:00 p.m., Thursday, June 15, 2017 in the Cochran Funeral Home Chapel in Livingston, Texas with Bro. Wayne Bickley officiating.Interment will follow in the Center Grove Cemetery in Livingston, Texas.Visitation will be held from 5:00 – 8:00 p.m., Wednesday, June 14, 2017 at the Cochran Funeral Home in Livingston, Texas.
Mr. Hon was born September 18, 1931 in the Midway Community of Polk County, Texas to parents, Lee Hon and Nova Lee (David) Hon, and passed away June 10, 2017 in Livingston, Texas. During his life, he proudly served his country in the United States Air Force. David was a member of the Trinity Masonic Lodge and a member of the Forestry Landowners Association. He was a prior member and president of the Leggett ISD School Board as well as a deacon in the Soda Baptist Church. David was also the president of the Center Grove Cemetery Association for 52 years. He is preceded in death by his parents; and brother, Jim Hon.
He is survived by his wife, Flaudie V. Hon of Livingston, Texas; daughter, Cynthia Ruth McMahon of Spokane, Washington; daughter, Karen Elaine Matthews of Conroe, Texas; granddaughter, Amanda Naomi Clark and husband, Daniel of Spokane, Washington; grandson, Travis Glenn Brackin of Conroe, Texas; granddaughter, Shelley Renee Garland and husband, Chad of Mont Belvieu, Texas; great-granddaughter, Delayna Brooke Clark of Spokane, Washington; great-grandson, Anthony Dale Clark of Spokane, Washington; great-grandson, Jackson Bryant Garland of Mont Belvieu, Texas; great-granddaughter, Charlotte Maxine Garland of Mont Belvieu, Texas; sister, Nora Beth McQueen of Livingston, Texas; sister, Barbara Lee Stuckey of Soda, Texas; and sister-in-law, Rita Hon of Livingston, Texas; along with a host of beloved in-laws, nieces, nephews, friends, and Soda Baptist church family.
Pallbearers: Lee Hon; Will Hon, Travis Brackin, Chad Garland, Brian Hickman, Chuck McLaurin, Joel Wayne Puckett, Kevin Puckett, Greg Puckett, Keith Puckett
Honorary Pallbearers: Emery Johnson, David Woodrome, Josh David, Nadge Puckett, Onnie Lee Puckett, Caroll Womack, Billy Dool, Wayne Wood, George Snook, Clayton Lilley, Robert Hambrick, Robert McLaurin, Edward Holder
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Soda Baptist Church Youth Fund.
Cochran Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. Please sign our online guestbook at www.cochranfh.com.
Isaac Edward Broussard Jr.
March 25, 1927 – June 7, 2017
Graveside services for Isaac Edward Broussard Jr., 90, of Livingston, Texas, will be held Saturday, June 10, 2017 at 11:00 a.m. in the Cromier Cemetery in Toomey, Louisiana with Bro. Steve Waldrep officiating. Military Honors will be provided by Fort Polk, Louisiana. Visitation will be held Friday, June 9, 2016 from 5:00 – 7:00 p.m. in the Cochran Funeral Home in Livingston, Texas.
Mr. Broussard was born March 25, 1927 in Vinton, Louisiana to parents, Isaac Edward Broussard Sr. and Alberta Matilda (Erbelding) Broussard, and passed away June 7, 2017 in Livingston, Texas. During his life, he proudly served his country in the United States Army in Japan during WWII. He is preceded in death by his parents; and sister, Delores Roberts.
He is survived by his daughter, Jerri B. Boales of Livingston, Texas; and sister, Lydia Broussard of New Mexico; along with numerous other relatives and friends.
Cochran Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. Please sign our online guestbook at www.cochranfh.com.
James Marvin Burress
December 24, 1940 – June 6, 2017
Funeral services for James Marvin Burress, 76, of Moss Hill, Texas, will be held Friday, June 9, 2017 at 2:00 p.m. in the Cochran Funeral Home Chapel in Livingston, Texas with Rev. Betty Sue Watson officiating. Interment will follow in the Holly Grove Cemetery in Livingston, Texas. Visitation will be held from 5:00 – 8:00 p.m. on Thursday, June 8, 2017 in the Cochran Funeral Home in Livingston, Texas.
Mr. Burress was born December 24, 1940 in New Willard, Texas to parents, James Howard Burress and Henrietta (Johnson) Burress, and passed away June 6, 2017 in Moss Hill, Texas. He is preceded in death by his parents; and brother, Raymond Darrell Burress.
He is survived by his daughter, Lesa Boutin and husband, David of Crosby, Texas; daughter, Janet Hoffeld and husband, Gary of Anahuac, Texas; sister, Betty Brown of Moss Hill, Texas; brother, Charles Burress and wife, Sandy of Moss Hill, Texas; 8 grandchildren; and 11 great-grandchildren; along with numerous other relatives and friends.
Pallbearers: Gary Hoffeld, David Boutin, D.J. Malone, J.R. Brown, Randy Chapman, Terry Whitmire
Honorary Pallbearers: Keith Malone, Edwin Hardy III, Rody Chapman, Trevor Chapman, Jase Chapman, Max Malone
Cochran Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. Please sign our online guestbook at www.cochranfh.com.
Hector Javier Lobo-Guerrero
April 4, 1951 – June 5, 2017
Memorial services for Hector Javier Lobo-Guerrero, 66, of Livingston, Texas, will be held Saturday, June 17, 2017 at 11:00 a.m. in the First United Methodist Church in Livingston, Texas with Rev. Steve Woody officiating. Military Honors will be provided by VFW Post #8568.
Hector was born April 4. 1951 in San Kuis Potosi, Mexico to parents, Phillipe Lobo Guerrero and Soceorro Gonzalez Guerrero, and passed away June 5, 2017 in Livingston, Texas. During his life, he proudly served his country in the United States Army. He is preceded in death by his parents; and sister, Angelita.
He is survived by his loving wife of 42 years, Lois Guerrero of Livingston, Texas; son, Marco Gonzalez and wife, Tammy of Winter Haven, Florida; son, Javier Gonzalez and wife, Brandy of Livingston, Texas; daughter, Tanya Bell and husband, Jason of Livingston, Texas; daughter, Deborah Gonzalez and wife, April of Livingston, Texas; sister, Lucia Roche and husband, Jose of San Luis Potosi, Mexico; and brother, Luis Guerrero and wife, Cecilia of Chicago, Illinois; along with numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Livingston First United Methodist Church “Send A Kid To Camp” Fund.
Cochran Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. Please sign our online guestbook at www.cochranfh.com.
Charles T. Dillard
December 7, 1932 – June 5, 2017
Funeral services for Charles T. Dillard, 84, of Livingston, Texas, will be held Monday, June 12, 2017 at 4:00 p.m. in the Cochran Funeral Home Chapel in Livingston, Texas with Rev. Ed Jennings officiating. Military Honors will be provided by VFW Post #8568. Interment will follow in the Forest Hill Cemetery in Livingston, Texas. Visitation will be held Monday, June 12, 2016 from 12:00 p.m. until the service begins.
Mr. Dillard was born December 7, 1932 in Perkins, Oklahoma to parents, Theodore Thomas Dillard and Clova Isabell (Gray) Dillard, and passed away June 5, 2017 in Houston, Texas. During his life, he proudly served his country in the United States Navy during the Korean War. He is preceded in death by his parents; wife, Marlene Dillard; brother, Richard Dillard, and daughter, Jacquelyn Soape.
He is survived by his son and daughter-in-law, Shane and Jennifer Dillard of Livingston, Texas; son and daughter-in-law, Curtis and Melody Wood of Marble Falls, Texas; son and daughter-in-law, Henry and Denise Polston of Livingston, Texas; daughter and son-in-law, Sharon and Mike Smitherman of Livingston, Texas; daughter and son-in-law, Dorothy and Mike Velasco of Goodrich, Texas; son and daughter-in-law, Nelson and Madeline Sucarichi of Alvin, Texas; son and daughter-in-law, George and Marsha Sucarichi of Mt. Belvieu, Texas; 16 grandchildren; 21 great-grandchildren; brother and sister-in-law, Joe and Adele Dillard; and sister, Donna Dillard Granger; along with numerous other relatives and friends.
Pallbearers: Sonny Peters, Tom Soape, Brad Wood, Tim Polston, Mike Smitherman, Eddie Wood
Cochran Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. Please sign our online guestbook at www.cochranfh.com.
T H Stotts
T H Stotts, age 78, of Conroe, was born January 2, 1939, in Lamesa, TX, and died peacefully on the morning of June 6, 2017.
He is survived by his wife, Becky; daughter and son-in-law, Connie and John Nagy; son and his partner, Kevin Stotts and Joe Corner; granddaughter and her husband, Amber and Clint Johnson; granddaughter, Ashley Nagy; grandson, Jacob Nagy; great grandchildren, Natalie and Riley Auld; brother and sister-in-law, Don and Patricia Stotts; sister Jeanne Stotts Mueller; brother and sister-in-law, Gerald and Brenda Stotts and a host of other relatives and friends. His parents, Sam and Henrietta Stotts, preceded him in death.
In 1961, while working for the J. B. White Co. chain of retail stores, T H met and married his loving wife of 55 years, Becky (Alexander) Stotts. Soon after getting married, T H and Becky moved to Hearne, TX where they lived for nearly 30 years. After retiring as Vice President of Marketing for the J.B. White Co. in 1991, T H was an investment advisor for Edward Jones in Livingston, TX. Throughout his career, T H was a devoted business and civic leader, serving as President of the Chamber of Commerce, Chairman of the Salvation Army, Director of the Hearne Golf Association (one of his favorite pastimes), member of the Hearne Lions Club and Chairman of the Livingston Rotary Club. In 2000, he and Becky retired in Conroe, TX and devoted the next several years to taking care of Becky’s beloved mother, Agnes Alexander. In retirement, T H enjoyed gardening, golf, bowling, family gatherings and reading, especially to his great grandchildren.
The family would like to express our deep appreciation to the loving caregivers at Grace Manor and Rose of Texas Hospice.
Services for T H Stotts are scheduled for 2PM, Saturday, June 10, 2017 at Pace Funeral Home, 200 FM 350 North, Livingston, TX. Mr. Stotts will be laid to rest in the Alexander family cemetery following the service. Dr. Richard Walters, Pastor of Oak Forest Baptist Church officiating; arrangements under the direction of Tony Eaton, Pace Funeral Home.
Visitation will be at Pace Funeral Home on Saturday from 12PM - 2PM.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Rose of Texas Hospice, 1610 Woodstead Court, Suite 395, The Woodlands, TX 77380 or to the Lewy Body Dementia Association (https://www.lbda.org/donate) or to the charity of your choice.
John “Wilburn” Reeves
November 13, 1939 – June 6, 2017
Funeral services for John “Wilburn” Reeves, 77, of Livingston, Texas, will be held Friday, June 9, 2017 at 10:00 a.m. in the Cochran Funeral Home Chapel in Livingston, Texas with Chuck McLaurin officiating. Interment will follow in the Camp Ruby Cemetery in Livingston, Texas. Visitation will be held from 5:00 – 9:00 p.m. on Thursday, June 8, 2017 in the Cochran Funeral Home in Livingston, Texas.
Mr. Reeves was born November 13, 1939 in Livingston, Texas to parents, Monroe Stephenson Reeves and Agnes Roberta (Hammond) Reeves, and died on June 6, 2017 at the age of 77. He is preceded in death by his parents; wife, Myra Sue Reeves; and nephew, Booger McLaurin.
He is survived by his daughter, Leona Wiggins, and husband, Bill of Livingston; grandson, Eric Wiggins and wife, Helen of Humble; granddaughter, Amanda Haynes and husband, Andrew of Livingston; great-grandson, Aiden Haynes of Livingston; great-granddaughters, Allie Haynes of Livingston, and Sydney Wiggins of Humble; great-grandson, Jake Wiggins of Humble; sisters, Myrle McLaurin and husband, Robert of Livingston, and Cecilia Carr and husband, Bill of Dallas; brothers, Aidney Reeves and wife, Ruth of Livingston, and Ronnie Reeves and wife, Juanita of Livingston; and sister-in-law, Mary Lou Andreas of Livingston; along with numerous nieces, nephews, aunts, and friends.
Wilburn was most known for his work as a police officer for the City of Livingston from October 1, 1977 to January 15, 1982; as well as a security/collections officer for the First State Bank in Livingston from 1982 to 2000, when he retired due to health issues.
His love for horses led him to many trail rides with his favorite being the Dogwood Trail Ride; where he was the flagger and Roy Sanders drove the sound truck. To this day, that friendship was as strong as ever. His role as grandfather and great-grandfather was one he took serious. He loved watching his grands in whatever they did, whether it was sports or just them climbing up in his lap to sit.
Pallbearers: Corky Cochran, Roy Sanders, Steve McLaurin, Wade Overstreet, Tommy Overstreet, Kelly Wars, Ross Lewis, Ricky Holbrook, Kelly Watson, Jerry Wayne Cassity
Cochran Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. Please sign our online guestbook at www.cochranfh.com.
Jerry Marsh
February 10, 1932 – June 5, 2017
Funeral services for Jerry Marsh, 85, of Livingston, Texas, will be held Thursday, June 8, 2017 at 2:00 p.m. in the Central Baptist Church in Livingston, Texas. Interment will follow in the Forest Hill Cemetery in Livingston, Texas.
A full obituary will follow.
Cochran Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. Please sign our online guestbook at www.cochranfh.com.
Agnes Runnels
Graveside Services for Agnes Runnels, 98, of Bellville, Texas will be held Wednesday, June 7, 2017 at 2:00 p.m. in the Pine Grove Cemetery in Corrigan, Texas with Norman Turner officiating.
Agnes was born to parents, Quinton Brice and Mammie Ella (Amerine) Davis on April 8, 1919 and went home to be with the Lord on Saturday, June 3, 2017 in Bellville, Texas.
Agnes was of the Church of Christ faith and a member of the Sealy Church of Christ for many years. She was a faithful and supportive member of her church. After graduating high school, she attended Baylor University in Waco and received her degree in nursing. She worked at various hospitals in the Houston Medical Center and retired after 40 years of service. During WWII, she served as a nurse, stateside, in the US Cadet Nurse Corps. She enjoyed being outdoors, whether tending to her garden or riding her tractor. She loved feeding her cows, beefalo, and sitting on the front porch. Catsprings was Heaven on earth to Agnes.
Agnes was known for being opinionated and you always knew where you stood with her. She never had children of her own and enjoyed helping raise her three nephews.
She is preceded in death by her parents; husband, Frank Runnels; brothers, Anson Davis, Cleon Davis, Quinton David Davis, and Junius Taylor Davis; sister, Tessa Davis Brumley. Tess, Agnes considered her very best friend.
Agnes is survived by numerous relatives and friends. Especially important to her were her nieces and nephews and her neighbor, David Wade.
Honorary Pallbearers: David Wade, Claude Jackson, Scott Rayburn, and Steven Rayburn.
Services are entrusted to Corrigan Funeral Home, Inc.
John “Wilburn” Reeves
November 13, 1939 – June 6, 2017
Funeral services for John “Wilburn” Reeves, 77, of Livingston, Texas, will be held Friday, June 9, 2017 at 10:00 a.m. in the Cochran Funeral Home Chapel in Livingston, Texas. Interment will follow in the Camp Ruby Cemetery in Livingston, Texas. Visitation will be held from 5:00 – 9:00 p.m. on Thursday, June 8, 2017 in the Cochran Funeral Home in Livingston, Texas.
A full obituary will follow.
Cochran Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. Please sign our online guestbook at www.cochranfh.com.
John Allen Berg
John Allen Berg, born November 28, 1961 to Cecil E. and Elva C Rater Berg in Brook, Indiana, went to be with his Lord, June 2, 2017 in Woodlands, Texas, at the age of 55 years.
John proudly served in the United States Marines.
His loving family includes; parents, Cecil and Elva Berg; daughters, Nicole Masters & husband, Michael, Sarah Berg; brother, Daniel L. Berg; sisters, Deona Wittgren & husband, James, Sue Ellen Berg; grandchild, Chloe Berg; companion, Virginia Freeman, and numerous other relatives and a host of friends.
A Memorial Service will be held on Saturday, June 3, 2017 at 11:00 a.m. at the family home, 572 Lakeshore South, Onalaska, Texas. To send your online condolences, please go to www.pacefuneral.com.
Aubree Faith Bynum April 19, 2017 – May 30, 2017
Funeral services for Aubree Faith Bynum, one month old, of Chester, Texas, will be held Saturday, June 3, 2017 at 2:00 p.m. in the Cochran Funeral Home Chapel in Livingston, Texas with Pastor Dennis Hodge officiating. Interment will follow in the Magnolia Cemetery Onalaska, Texas. Visitation will be held Saturday, June 3, 2016 from 1:00 p.m. until the service begins, in the Cochran Funeral Home in Livingston, Texas.
Aubree was born April 14, 2017 in Livingston, Texas to parents, Jared Colton Bynum and Caylin Brianne (Flowers) Bynum, and passed away May 30, 2017 in Houston, Texas. She is preceded in death by her great grandfathers, Norris Bynum and Michael Malagarie; great uncle, Michael Bynum; and great aunt, Renae Rowe.
She is survived by her parents, Jared and Caylin Bynum of Chester, Texas; grandparents, Clifton and Christine Flowers of Woodville, Texas, Kirk and Crystal Hearren of Livingston, Texas; great grandparents, Kay Malagarie of Woodville, Texas, Minnie and Gary Wilson of Onalaska, Texas, Margaret Bynum of Trinity, Texas, Nikki and Glen Hearren of Livingston, Texas; great-great grandmother, Marilyn King; uncles, Chance Flowers of Woodville, Texas, Johnathen Bynum of Livingston, Texas; aunts, Alexis Bynum of Livingston, Texas, Willow Hearren and Olivia Hearren both of Livingston, Texas; and numerous other relatives and friends.
Cochran Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. Please sign our online guestbook at www.cochranfh.com.
John William Holmes Jr. July 30, 1946 – May 29, 2017
John William Holmes Jr. was born July 30, 1946 in Galveston, Texas to parents, John William Holmes Sr. and Christine Bartlett Holmes, and passed away May 29, 2017 in Houston, Texas. He is a Vietnam Veteran and proudly served his country in the United States Navy. He loved to fish, had a love for all animals, and was a jack of all trades. He is preceded in death by his parents, and brother, Gene W. Holmes. He is survived by his sister, Terry Gallup-Croft of Santa Fe, Texas.
Cochran Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. Please sign our online guestbook at www.cochranfh.com.
Judith Darlene Dunbar
Judith Darlene Dunbar, born August 23, 1950 to Virgil and Helen Carpenter Howard in Maysville, Kentucky, went to be with her Lord on May 28, 2017 in Onalaska, Texas, at the age of 66 years.
She is a member of the Saint Paul Orthodox Church in Katy, Texas.
Judith loving family includes; her husband of 45 years, Ronald Dunbar; sons, Rick Dunbar & wife, Sondra, Jeremy Dunbar, Anthony Dunbar & wife, Jenny Le; daughter, Jennifer Dunbar; sister, Paula Washington & husband, Cliff; and numerous other relatives and a host of friends.
She is preceded in death by her parents, Virgil and Helen Carpenter; brothers, Gene Howard, Tommy Howard; sister, Caroline Wilson.
A Graveside Service will be held on Wednesday, May 31, 2017 at 11:00 a.m. at Magnolia Cemetery in Onalaska, Texas with Father Richard Petranek officiating. To send you online condolences, please go to www.pacefuneral.com.
Doris Nell McDuffie
Doris Nell (Searcy) McDuffie, 93, of Tow, TX went home to be with the Lord Wednesday May 24, 2017 in Llano, TX.
Visitation will be 6-8 p.m. on Saturday, May 27, 2017 at the Corrigan Funeral Home Chapel in Corrigan, TX.
Graveside services will be held Sunday, May 28, 2017 at the Jones-Watts Cemetery in Moscow, Texas with Pastor Lesly Wilkinson officiating.
Doris was born on April 30, 1924 in Lufkin, TX to Albert Esteous Searcy and Eula Lee (Smith) Searcy. She was in the high school graduating class of 1941 in Huntington, TX.
Doris was Southern Baptist by faith. In 1945, she married Van Orin McDuffie and later moved to San Antonio, where they raised their three children. They were married 40 years before he passed away in 1985. In 1998, she was married again to Verdis Eugene Kilburn, and they were married 11 years until he passed away in 2009.
She was a civil servant during WWII, and later a court-reporting transcriptionist. She retired after 10 years from the Farmers Home Administration and had been retired for 36 years.
Doris devoted her life to the Lord and to her family, and she supported everyone in times of joy or hardship. She enjoyed being outdoors, whether tending her large garden or sipping sweet tea on her front porch. She always looked forward to camping and fishing trips with her family.
She is preceded in death by her parents; husband, Van Orin McDuffie; son, Joe Bruce McDuffie; brothers, Chester Searcy, Ben Searcy, JC Searcy, and Earnest Searcy; sister, Thelma Sheridan.
Doris is survived her sons, Orin Glenn McDuffie and Timothy Lee McDuffie; grandchildren, Douglas Howard McDuffie, Charles Ryan McDuffie, Jenny Amelia McDuffie, Gregory Timothy McDuffie, and Lori Evelyn McDuffie; great grandchildren, Haiden, Kara, and Kourtney.
Services are entrusted to Corrigan Funeral Home, Inc.
Burnie Venora Dillard
Burnie Venora Dillard, born to John Ely and Venora Rogers Golden on November 30, 1922 in Kingland, Arkansas, went to be with her Lord on May 9, 2017 in Lufkin, Texas, at the age of 94 years.
She attended Magnolia Hill Baptist Church in Segno, Texas
Burnie’s loving family includes; daughter, Joe Ann Keath; sister, Bobbie Jo Smith; and numerous other relatives and a host of friends.
Burnie is preceded in death by her parents, John and Venora Golden; sister, Helen Peters; brother, John Golden.
A Memorial Service will be held on Saturday, May 27, 2017 at 2:00 p.m. at Pace Funeral Home in Livingston, Texas with Elder Melvin Stephen officiating.
Debbie Ann Trojacek-McClure born April 18, 1961 to Donald Trojacek & Genie Lorine Wilson in Amarillo, TX. Went to be with the lord May 11, 2017 in Rye, TX at her home. At the age of 56 years old. She is survived by her two sons Ryan Horvath of Houston TX. James Johnson Jr of Houston TX. Two daughters Christin Johnson (husband Daniel Reeves) their two kids Kimber & Robert Reeves of Splendora TX. 2nd Daughter Caitlin Johnson (fiancé Shawn Brown) their two kids Tyler Halmagean & Morgan Brown of Del city, Oklahoma. Also survived by her sister Tammy Jackson (husband Larry Jackson) of Baytown, TX. Niece and nephew Angee Jackson & Derek Jackson of New Orleans, Louisiana. Along with Debbie other relatives & friends. Debbie is preceded in death by her mom Genie Lorine Wilson and dad Donald Trojacek. Grand daughter Kylie Foraker. She loved butterflies, hummingbirds, tanning, dancing, swimming, her kids & her dogs. Her memorial service was on May 17th 2017 at Cochran Funeral Home.
Charles Edward Huffman
November 25, 1953 – May 20, 2017
Mr. Charles Edward Huffman, 63, of Onalaska, Texas, was born on November 25, 1953 in Sacramento, California to parents, Cecil Huffman and Mary Louise (Benner) Huffman, and passed away on May 20, 2017 in Onalaska, Texas.During his life, proudly served his country in the United States Army. He is preceded in death by his parents.
He is survived by his daughter, Elizabeth Huffman of Onalaska, Texas; daughter and son-in-law, Nancy and Eric Clark of Burkeville, Texas; sister and brother-in-law, Melanie and Bill Albanese of Spurger, Texas; sister and brother-in-law, Beth and Bobby Jack Whittington of Vidor, Texas; sister and brother-in-law, Kelly and Steve Vogt of Tahuya, Washington; brother and sister-in-law, Ronald and Lesta Johnston of Kentucky; brother, Ray Vogt of Kentucky; brother, James Huffman of Vidor, Texas; brother-in-law, Eddie Lee Donwoody; step-mother, Sue Nell Huffman of Beaumont, Texas;and nephews, Shay Albanese, Lee Donwoody, Jason Donwoody and wife, Catherine, and Brian Donwoody; along with numerous other relatives and friends.
A celebration of Charles’ life will be held on Saturday, May 27, 2017 at the Huffman residence beginning at 11:00 a.m.
Cochran Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. Please sign our online guestbook at www.cochranfh.com.
Lois Hodge
Funeral Services for Mrs. Lois Hodge, 90, of Seven Oaks, Texas will be held Thursday, May 25, 2017 at 1:00 p.m. in the Corrigan Funeral Home Chapel with Bro. Doyle Hodge officiating. Interment will follow in the Magnolia Cemetery, Onalaska, Texas. Visitation will be held Wednesday, May 24, 2017 from 5-8 P.M. in the Corrigan Funeral Home Chapel.
Lois was born on December 19, 1926 to the late John and Cora (Burks) Hilton and went home to be with Jesus on Monday, May 22, 2017.
Lois was of the Baptist faith and a member of Moscow Baptist Church for many years. She worked at Exxon as an insulator for a few years but spent most of her time raising her seven children. She had a green thumb when it came to her roses. She loved cooking and raising chickens but most of all, her love for Jesus and her family was most important.
She is preceded in death by her parents; husband, Johnny Hodge; brother, Harold Hilton; sisters, Margie Franz, Roxie Clamons, and Loyce Hilton; son-in-law, James Nelson.
Lois is survived by her sons, William Earl Babbs and wife Bobby of Livingston, Texas; Kenneth Babbs and wife Kay of Leggett, Texas; Richard Babbs and wife Elaine of Houston, Texas; Lynn Babbs and wife Tina of Nacogdoches, Texas; daughters, Barbara Nelson of Livingston, Texas; Ruby Babbs of Palestine, Texas; Vivien Phillips and husband Bailey of Tennessee Colony, Texas; sister, Lorine Scott of Moscow, Texas; step-sons, Timothy Hodge and wife Lisa of Pasadena, Texas; Johnny Hodge Jr. and wife Tiffany of Shepherd, Texas; step-daughters, Melinda Early of Shepherd, Texas; Sissy Everett and husband Phillip of Shepherd, Texas; Laurie Ann Autrand and husband Doug of Livingston, Texas; numerous grandchildren, great grand grandchildren, and great-great grandchildren and other relatives and friends.
Honorary Pallbearers: Wesley “Jr.” Scott, Timothy Hodge, Johnny Hodge, Jr.
Services are entrusted to Corrigan Funeral Home, Inc.
Ronald Clay Hicks February 11, 1941 – May 21, 2017
Graveside services for Ronald Clay Hicks, 76, of Onalaska, Texas, will be held Thursday, May 25, 2017 at 10:00 a.m. in the Magnolia Cemetery in Onalaska, Texas with Rev. Don Davis officiating.
Mr. Hicks was born on February 11, 1941 in El Dorado, Arkansas to parents, Alymer C. Hicks and Emly (Wilson) Hicks, and passed away on May 21, 2017 in Onalaska, Texas. He is preceded in death by his parents; and brother-in-law, Jack Sharp.
He is survived by his wife, Rebecca Hicks of Onalaska, Texas; sister, Carolyn Sharp of Houghton, Louisiana; nephew, Scott Martin and wife, Joanna of Houghton, Louisiana; great-nephew, Clinton Martin and wife, Jessica of Bossier City, Louisiana; great-niece, Kaylynn Martin of Houghton, Louisiana; along with numerous other relatives and friends.
Cochran Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. Please sign our online guestbook at www.cochranfh.com.
Menden Clinton Johnson
August 12, 1925 – May 20, 2017
Funeral services for Menden Clinton Johnson, 91, of Onalaska, Texas, will be held Wednesday, May 24, 2017 at 10:00 a.m. in the Cochran Funeral Home Chapel in Onalaska, Texas with Bro. Jason Sandefer officiating. Interment will follow in the Magnolia Cemetery in Onalaska, Texas. Visitation will be held from 5:00 – 9:00 p.m. on Tuesday, May 23, 2017 in the Cochran Funeral Home in Onalaska, Texas.
Mr. Johnson was born on August 12, 1925 in Colfax, Louisiana to parents, Newton Johnson and Leola (Bryant) Johnson, and passed away on May 20, 2017 in Onalaska, Texas.He is preceded in death by his parents; wife, Martha Janell Johnson; sisters, Lucille Bembow, Syble McDonald, Dorothy Lyles, Velma Futrell, Geneva Hyde, Almarie Whitstine; and Maxine Mitchell; brother, Hershel Johnson; daughter-in-law, Pam Dowell; grandsons, Joey Badillo and Chase Johnson; and step-grandson, Billy Tooke.
He is survived by his daughter and son-in-law, Linda and Robert Hughes of Onalaska; daughters, Teresa Jordan, Debbie Johnson, Betty Davis and Tammy Jerkins, and Martha Faye Johnson all of Onalaska; son and daughter-in-law, Glynn and Pam Johnson of Onalaska; sons, Ronnie Johnson and Mark Johnson both of Onalaska; brother, J.H. Johnson of Colfax, Louisiana; brother and sister-in-law, Huey and Cindy Johnson of Colfax, Louisiana; brother and sister-in-law, Norman and Misdy Johnson of Colfax, Louisiana; sister and brother-in-law, Sherry and Carl Vercher of Colfax, Louisiana; and 75 grandchildren, great-grandchildren; and great-great grandchildren;along with numerous other relatives and friends.
Pallbearers: Michael Hughes, Clint Johnson, Terry Bland, Adam Williford, Shane McFarland, Cody Davis, Preston Lyles, Jon Lyles
Cochran Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. Please sign our online guestbook at www.cochranfh.com.
Charles Edward Huffman
November 25, 1953 – May 20, 2017
Mr. Charles Edward Huffman, 63, of Onalaska, Texas, was born on November 25, 1953 in Sacramento, California to parents, Cecil Huffman and Mary Louise (Benner) Huffman, and passed away on May 20, 2017 in Onalaska, Texas.During his life, proudly served his country in the United States Army. He is preceded in death by his parents.
He is survived by his daughter, Elizabeth Huffman of Onalaska, Texas; daughter and son-in-law, Nancy and Eric Clark of Burkeville, Texas; sister and brother-in-law, Melanie and Bill Albanese of Spurger, Texas; sister and brother-in-law, Beth and Bobby Jack Whittington of Vidor, Texas; sister and brother-in-law, Kelly and Steve Vogt of Tahuya, Washington; brother and sister-in-law, Ronald and Lesta Johnston of Kentucky; brother, Ray Vogt of Kentucky; brother, James Huffman of Vidor, Texas; step-mother, Sue Nell Huffman of Beaumont, Texas;and nephew, Shay Albanese of Vidor, Texas; along with numerous other relatives and friends.
A celebration of Charles’ life will be held on Saturday, May 27, 2017 at the Huffman residence beginning at 11:00 a.m.
Cochran Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. Please sign our online guestbook at www.cochranfh.com.
Eddie Jackson “Jack” McNulty Jr.
October 28, 1923 – May 19, 2017
Funeral services for Eddie Jackson “Jack” McNulty, Jr., 93, of Livingston, Texas, will be held Tuesday, May 23, 2017 at 5:00 p.m. in the Cochran Funeral Home Chapel in Livingston, Texas with Bro. Harold Isaacs officiating. Military Honors will be provided by VFW Post #8568. Interment will follow in the Forest Hill Cemetery in Livingston, Texas. Visitation will be held from 5:00 – 8:00 p.m. on Monday, May 22, 2017 in the Cochran Funeral Home in Livingston, Texas.
Mr. McNulty was born on October 28, 1923 in San Augustine County, Texas to parents, Eddie Jackson McNulty Sr. and Clara Bell (Lee) McNulty, and passed away on May 19, 2017 in Beaumont, Texas.During his life, he graduated from Hardin High School in 1942. After serving in occupied Japan with the United States Army, Jack married Helen Marie Cox on July 15, 1946 in Beaumont, Texas. Jack worked for Pure Oil/Union Oil and retired with over 30 years of service. He is preceded in death by his parents; wife, Helen Marie McNulty; siblings, Lester, Jackie, James, Evelyn, Louise, Vernal, and Thomas; daughter-in-law, Delores McNulty; brother-in-law, Don Cox and wife, Margaret; sister-in-law, Mary Beth Simmons and husband, M.J.; brother-in-law, Del Cox and wife, Jimmie; and brother-in-law, Bobby Cox Sr.
He is survived by his daughter, Cheryl Stilley and husband, William of Nederland; son, Larry McNulty of Nederland; daughter, Jackie Harker and husband, Steven of Houston; sister-in-law, Jean McNulty of Winnie; sister-in-law, Shirley Cox of Livingston; brother-in-law, Bill Cox and wife, Sarah of Livingston; grandchildren, Kimberly Stilley of Nederland, Brett Stilley and wife, Addie of League City, and Robert Harker of Houston; great-grandchildren, Erin Jade Stilley, Madison Ann Stilley, Justin, Tyler, Christopher, Andrew, Colin, Anna Nicole, Bryson, and Bethany; and great-great grandson, Benjamin, Rush; along with numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
Pallbearers: Brett Stilley, Robert Harker, Tyler Womack, Billy Cox, Jr., Bobby Cox, Jr., Tyler Epstein
Cochran Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. Please sign our online guestbook at www.cochranfh.com.
J.C. Richey November 15, 1932 – May 17, 2017
Graveside services for J.C. Richey, 84, of Cleburne, Texas, formerly of Livingston, Texas, will be held Saturday, May 20, 2017 at 2:00 p.m. in the Camp Ruby Cemetery in Livingston, Texas with Bro. Jason Sandefer officiating. Military Honors will be provided by VFW Post #8568. Visitation will be held from 12:00 – 1:30 p.m. on Saturday, May 20, 2017 in the Cochran Funeral Home in Livingston, Texas.
Mr. Richey was born on November 15, 1932 in Livingston, Texas to parents, Joseph Richey and Nancy Novella (Hester) Richey, and passed away on May 17, 2017 in Cleburne, Texas. During his life, J.C. proudly served his country in the United States Army during the Korean War. After his service in the military, he went on to retire from Dow Chemical in Freeport, Texas. He is preceded in death by his parents; wife, Joanne Richey; grandsons, Eric and David; brothers, Herman and Marvin; sisters, Hazel, Velma, Estelle, and Avis; as well as many good friends.
He is survived by his daughter, Sandra Morton; daughter and son-in-law, Brenda and Winston Cox; son and daughter-in-law, Joe and Carol Richey; step-daughter, Debbie Page and husband, Michael; granddaughters, Melisa, Ashley, Michaelanne, and Jordan; grandsons, Zack, Jared, and Daniel; great-grandchildren, Christian, Rachel, Sarah, Riley, and Rebecca; sister, Thelma Clawson; along with numerous nieces, nephews, step-grandchildren, other relatives and friends.
Pallbearers: Greg Hightower, Winston Cox, Daniel Ball, Michael Page, Joe Richey
Honorary Pallbearers: Mike Roberts, Ben Wagley, Zack Page, Jared Ball
Cochran Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. Please sign our online guestbook at www.cochranfh.com.
