Funeral services for Mary Lynn Dunbar, 90, formerly of Onalaska, Texas, will be held Sunday, January 19, 2020, at 2:00 p.m. in the Cochran Funeral Home in Onalaska, Texas with Bro. Jerry Vincent officiating. Interment will follow in the Magnolia Cemetery. Visitation will be held from 12:00 p.m. until the service begins at 2:00 p.m. on Sunday, January 19th.
Mrs. Dunbar was born June 19, 1929 in Greenville, Texas to parents, George Greaves and Penne (George) Greaves, and passed away January 15, 2020 in Spring, Texas. She is preceded in death by her parents; and husband, Richard Ellis Dunbar.
She is survived by her daughters, Lynn Dunham and husband, Chuck of Conroe, Texas, Janet Kluck and husband, Ken of Deluth, Georgia; son, Richard Dunbar and wife, Judy of Pasco, Washington; grandchildren, Angela Bryant, Marisa Swanson, Ashlee Dunham, Jeremy Dunbar, Jerrod Dunbar, Jonathan Dunbar, Jace Dunbar, Callie Dunbar, Travis Lenig, Michael Wood Lenig, Paula Reignier, John Davis, Emanuel Davis, Carmel White, Shalimar Kluck, Daniel Kluck, Michaelangelo Kluck, Gabriel Kluck, Christopher Kluck, and Dominic Kluck; 23 great-grandchildren; and 1 great-great-grandchild; along with numerous other relatives and friends.
Pallbearers: Richard Dunbar, Chuck Dunham, Ken Kluck, Chris Bryant, Cody Jenkins, John Davis
Cochran Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. Please sign our online guestbook at www.cochranfh.com.
Rosario Michael (Mike) Pinieri
ROSARIO MICHAEL (MIKE) PINIERI August 15, 1972- December 26, 2019 Michael passed away December 26, 2019 at a hospital in Houston, Texas after a long illness.
He is survived by his mother, Patricia Dempsey; sisters, Donna Marie Pinieri, and Samantha Jeanne Davis and husband, Dallas Davis; special niece, Kynnadee Suzanne Pinieri all of Pointblank, Texas. His father, Rosario Pinieri and his wife Gail of Derry, N.H; step-brother Daniel Dempsey and step-sisters, Bonnie, Debbie, Sherri, and Wendy all of New Hampshire and Cyndi Benson of Texas; Aunts Marianne Hines-Bruno and Christine Maniscalco and uncles Kevin Jordan and Gus Maniscalco, all of Massachusetts. Michael had many cousins, nieces, nephews as well as his great-nieces and great-nephews whom he cared for very much.
Michael was preceded in death by sister, Lynda Suzanne Pinieri; step-father, Raymond Dempsey; step-sister Denise Stoddard; 1 niece and nephew and a great-niece and great-nephew.
A Celebration of Life will be held for Michael on Sunday, January 19, 2020 from 2-4 pm at Vern’s 14270 US 190, Onalaska, Texas 77360. Anyone with pictures who will be attending please bring them to the celebration.
Robert Irvin McGee November 16, 1934 – January 10, 2020
Funeral services for Robert Irvin McGee, 85, of Livingston, Texas, will be held Saturday, January 18, 2020 at 10:00 a.m. in the Cochran Funeral Home Chapel in Livingston, Texas with Pastor James McGee officiating. Interment will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Saturday, January 18th in the Fairview Cemetery in Nacogdoches, Texas. Visitation will begin at 9:00 a.m. Saturday morning just prior to the time of service.
Mr. McGee was born November 16, 1934 in Joaquin, Texas to parents, William E. McGee and Bobbie (Risinger) McGee, and passed away January 10, 2020 in Waller, Texas. He is preceded in death by his parents; brother, Billy Joe McGee; and great-grandson, Dakota Ryan Phillips.
He is survived by his wife, Rachel McGee of Waller, Texas; daughter, Debbie Gothard of Maryland; son, James McGee and wife, Sylvia of Hempstead, Texas; granddaughters, Rebecca Reed and husband, Stephen of Maryland, Misty Smith and husband, Bryan of Hempstead, Texas, and Pam Phillips and husband, Sam of Tomball, Texas; brother, J.C. McGee and wife, Joyce of Magnolia, Texas; and sister, Juanita Taylor and husband, Bill of Decker, Texas; along with numerous great-grandchildren, other relatives and friends.
Pallbearers: David Thacker, Dennis McGee, Joe McGee, Jimmy Null, Jason Gothard, William Mosley
Honorary Pallbearers: Bryan Smith, Sam Phillips
Cochran Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. Please sign our online guestbook at www.cochranfh.com.
Obrey "Big O" Bradford Alec June 15, 1962 – January 13, 2020
Funeral services for Obrey Bradford Alec, also known as "Big O", 57, of Livingston, Texas, will be held Thursday, January 16, 2020, at 11:00 a.m. in the Indian Village Assembly of God in Livingston, Texas with Rev. David Busby officiating. Interment will follow in the Alabama-Coushatta Reservation Cemetery. Visitation will begin at 6:00 p.m. on Wednesday, January 15, 2020 in the Indian Village Assembly of God Church.
Obrey was born June 15, 1962 in Houston, Texas to parents, Cecil Lang Alec Sr. and Avie Portia (Sylestine) Alec, and passed away January 13, 2020 in Lufkin, Texas. He is preceded in death by his parents; son, Logan Alec; and the mother of his children, Mary Sylestine Alec.
He is survived by his wife, Deanna Maldonado; son, Tobine Bradford Alec; daughter, Portia Cheyenne Alec; granddaughter, Lilly-Ann Elizabeth Alec; brothers, Lyndon Alec and wife, Rebecca, Cecil Alec Jr., and Fred Alec; sister, Paula Alec; and aunt, Sharon Miller; along with numerous other relatives and friends.
During his life, Obrey was on the Alabama-Coushatta Tribe of Texas Tribal Council from July 1995 - July 1998 and again from January 2017 until his death in January 2020. In his younger years, Obrey also worked at the Tribal Tourist Complex and for the Forestry Department at the Reservation. After high school, Obrey attended Angelina College where he was a pitcher for their baseball team. In his free time, he loved to play the drums, was an avid golfer, and composed numerous Native American songs.
Pallbearers: Ryan Alec, Dakota Zane Alec, Chad Alec, Kinney Alec, Micah Robinson, Manning Robinson
Honorary Pallbearers: Members of the Alabama-Coushatta Tribal Council
Cochran Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. Please sign our online guestbook at www.cochranfh.com.
John Ovelton Davis July 30, 1945 – January 11, 2020
Funeral services for John Ovelton Davis, 74, of Livingston, Texas, will be held Friday, January 17, 2020, at 2:00 p.m. in the Cochran Funeral Home Chapel in Livingston, Texas with Bro. Trever Tucker and Bro. John Cox officiating. Military Honors will be provided by VFW Post #8568. Interment will follow in the Camp Ruby Cemetery. Visitation will be held at 5:00 p.m., Thursday, January 16, 2020 in the Cochran Funeral Home in Livingston, Texas.
Mr. Davis was born July 30, 1945 in Livingston, Texas to parents, Kale B. Davis and Annie Mae (Smith) Davis, and passed away January 11, 2020 in Livingston, Texas. He is preceded in death by his parents; brothers, Kale Bryant Davis and Luther Mur Davis; and sister, Myrlie Lee Wilson; along with many friends and special family members that have gone on before him such as Randy Morris, Ray Shown, Buddy Wiggins, Mac Gibson, Elton Hendrix, Coot Wilson, Sam Wilson, John Robert Pruitt, Kenneth Lamb, John Perry Richards, Bob Pruitt, Clint Davis, Butch Herring, and so many more. He had so many friends we could never name them all. John had a special place in his heart for all of the people of the Alabama Coushatta Indian Reservation.
He is survived by his loving wife, Vicky Davis of Livingston; son, Clint Davis and wife, Beverly of Livingston; daughters, Shelley Tucker and husband, Jared of Livingston, Lisa Humble and husband, Dale of Livingston; grandchildren, John Davis, Meagan Nelson, Zach Gardner, Alissa Overstreet, Trever Tucker, Cole Tucker, Blake Humble, and Balie Humble; 18 great-grandchildren; brother, Ricky Davis and wife, Lux of Livingston; sister, Bessie Mae Lamb of Livingston; and special friends, Jennie Battise, Doyle Little, and Billy Mitchell; along with numerous nieces, nephews, other relative and friends that he loved dearly.
During his life, John was a loving son, brother, husband, father and grandfather. John was a member of Sunflower Baptist church where he served as deacon. He was raised in Camp Ruby and attended School at Big Sandy ISD where he played basketball for Coach Ford King. He was a lifelong supporter of the Big Sandy Wildcats. After high school he joined the United States Air Force and was honorably discharged in August of 1963. Upon returning to Polk County, John went to work in the logging woods where he cut logs with his dad and Fulton Battise. In 1966 John went to work for the Union Pacific railroad and on September 17th of that same year he married the love of his life, Vicky Machost Davis. John and Vicky started their family in December of 1968 and moved to Pasadena in June of 1969 where he began a 24 year career as a pipefitter for E I DuPont. After retiring he moved back to Camp Ruby to live out his retirement.
John had many hobbies and interest but what he loved most was farming, his John Deere tractor and deer hunting. In his younger days John enjoyed running deer with his hounds Ole Ben, Bob, Rowdy, Hobo and squirrel hunting with his squirrel dog, Sissy. John had many gardens over the years and gave away more vegetables and watermelons than he kept for himself.
He will be laid to rest Friday January 17th in the Camp Ruby cemetery not far from the forks of Double Branch the place he always called home.
Pallbearers: John Edward Davis, Zach Gardner, Trever Tucker, Cole Tucker, Blake Humble, Randy Wilson, Jeff Galloway, Montana Nelson
Honorary Pallbearers: Doyle Little, Paul Mac Galloway, Jennie Battise, Billy Mitchell, James Lambright, Dustin Cox, Ricky Davis Jr., JR Hendrix, Flynn Hendrix, Lynn Hendrix, Gary Gene Hendrix
Cochran Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. Please sign our online guestbook at www.cochranfh.com.
Orvel Daniel Hairston
Orvel Daniel Hairston, born June 8, 1938 in Ace, Texas, passed away on January 12, 2020 in Cleveland, Texas at the age of 81 years.
He is survived by his wife of 61 years, Verna (Tommie) Hairston; Son, Danny Hairston & wife Tammy; daughters, Faelynn Bullock & husband Burl, Bernadette Forrester & husband Harold; brother, Emmett Hairston & wife Evie; nine grandchildren; six great grandchildren; numerous other relatives and a host of friends.
Dan is preceded in death by his parents, Alton & Norma Hairston; brothers, Winston Hairston, Fred Hairston; sisters, Linda Drummond, Dorothy Donner.
Dan was a member of First Baptist Church, he was ordained as a minister in 1986, he was a Boy Scout Leader for 15 years, a Lions Club member and a Veteran having served in the National Guard, also a volunteer at the Galveston County Sheriff’s Department.
A Visitation will be held from 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM, Wednesday, January 15, 2020 at Pace Funeral Home.
A Celebration of Dan’s Life will begin at 11: 00 AM with Pastor, Tommy Ham Officiating.
Military Honors provided by VFW Post 8568.
Interment to follow at Blue Water Cemetery, Segno, Texas.
Robert Eugene Land November 3, 1950 – January 9, 2020
Memorial services for Robert Eugene Land, 69, of Livingston, Texas, will be held Saturday, January 18, 2020, at 2:00 p.m. in the Cochran Funeral Home Chapel in Livingston, Texas with Chaplin Debbie Beaver officiating. Military Honors will be provided by VFW Post #8568.
Robert Eugene Land was born November 3, 1950 in Corpus Christi, Texas to parents, John & Bertha (Whitliff) Land.
He was well known within his community, and on any given day you could find him and his brother, Bobby drinking coffee at the local Whataburger. Robert loved to fish, and his funny sense of humor would keep people smiling. Robert joined the Army in 1969 and served his Country honorably as an 11B in the 20th Infantry Regiment. After returning from Vietnam, he worked for Brown and Root building offshore oil platforms.
Robert never met a stranger and was known for helping anyone that needed help. Robert was very close to his brother, Bobby and they didn’t often stray too far from one another.
Robert passed away peacefully at home January 9, 2020 from a long battle with Cancer and COPD. He is preceded in death by his parents, John and Bertha Land; sisters, Mary Boots, Carolyn Otto; granddaughter, Alana Pepi; and 3 unborn grandchildren.
Mr. Land leaves behind his beloved wife, Betty (Steele) Land of Livingston; daughters, Crystal Land of Tarkington, Nancy and her husband, William Moody of Cleveland, and Catherine and her husband, Andrew Fleetwood of Tarkington; step-sons, Juan Pepi and his wife, Sherahlyn, and Joseph Pepi of Corpus Christi; step-daughter, Brandi and her husband, Larry Kampfer of Livingston; sister, Birdie Land of Fort Worth; brothers, Johnny Land of Cleveland, and Bobby Land of Livingston as well as 12 grandchildren.
Cochran Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. Please sign our online guestbook at www.cochranfh.com.
Barbara Christina Swackhamer May 20, 1968 - January 10, 2020
Visitation for Barbara Christina Swackhammer, 51, of Livingston, will be held Friday, January 17, 2020 from 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. in the Cochran Funeral Home Chapel in Livingston, Texas.
Barbara Christina Swackhamer was born May 20, 1968 in Logan, Ohio to parents, Jerry W. Swackhammer, Sr. and Gladys (Allen) Swackhamer, and passed away January 10, 2020 in Livingston, Texas. She is preceded in death by her father.
She is survived by her daughter, Linda Lynn Brooks; mother, Gladys Fernandez; sister, Rita Swackhamer; brothers, Jerry Swackhamer, Kevin Swackhamer and John Fernandez; sister, Jessica Fernandez; brother, Jesse Fernandez; and numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
Cochran Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. Please sign our online guestbook at www.cochranfh.com.
Geraldene B. Tipton February 14, 1934 - January 9, 2020
Graveside services for Geraldene B. Tipton, 85, of Trinity, Texas, will be held Monday, January 13, 2020 at 12:00 p.m. in the Carlisle Cemetery in Carlisle Community in Trinity County, Texas with Rev. Jerry Vincent, Sr. and Scott Newport officiating. Visitation will be held Monday, January 13, 2020, from 10:30 - 11:30 a.m., in the Cochran Funeral Home in Onalaska, Texas.
Mrs. Tipton was born February 14, 1934, in Carlisle, Texas, to parents, Gayle Barrett and Ivy Tipton, and passed away January 9, 2020 in Huntsville, Texas. She is preceded in death by her parents; and brother, Leroy Barrett.
She is survived by her daughter, Gerry Lynn Stratford; son and daughter-in-law, Larry and Terri Lynn Tipton; and grandchildren, T.J. Stratford, Lauren Tipton, and Holly Tipton; along with numerous other relatives, and friends.
Mrs. Tipton will be escorted to her grave by pallbearers: Larry Tipton, T. J. Stratford, Scott Newport, Robby Webber, Craig Barrett and Scott Barrett. Honorary pallbearer is Mike Flanagan.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Carlisle Cemetery Association at P.O. Box 354, Groveton, Texas 75845.
Cochran Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. Please sign our online guestbook at www.cochranfh.com.
James "PeeWee" Perran February 2, 1941 - January 9, 2020
Funeral services for James "PeeWee" Perran, 78, of Goodrich, Texas, will be held Monday, January 13, 2020 at 1:00 p.m. in the Cochran Funeral Home Chapel in Livingston, Texas with David Rogers officiating. Interment will follow in the Peebles Cemetery in Livingston, Texas. Visitation will be held Sunday, January 12, 2020, from 5:00 - 7:00 p.m., in the Cochran Funeral Home in Livingston, Texas.
Mr. Perran was born February 2, 1941, in Gadsden, Alabama, to parents, Robert Lee Perran and Eva Olivia (Price) Perran, and passed away January 9, 2020 in Livingston, Texas. He is preceded in death by his parents; four brothers; and two sisters.
He is survived by his wife, Patricia Perran of Goodrich, Texas; daughter and son-in-law, Debbie and Mark Kunkle of Canyon Lake, Texas; son and daughter-in-law, Scott and Michelle Perran of Splendora, Texas; grandchildren, Josh Escalon, Nikki Escalon, Tyler Perran, and Haley Perran; great-granddaughter, Everly Escalon; sister and brother-in-law, Barbara Ann and Bobby Shannon of Highlands, Texas; and sister and brother-in-law, Carolyn Nan and Ben Mayer of Houston, Texas; along with numerous other relatives, and friends.
Pallbearers: Allen Escalon, Scott Perran, Tyler Perran, Josh Escalon, Tommy Dauzat, Ronnie Dauzat, Michael Dauzat, Mike Harris
Cochran Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. Please sign our online guestbook at www.cochranfh.com.
O.J. Johnson March 3, 1947 - January 7, 2020
Funeral services for O.J. Johnson, 72, of Livingston, Texas, will be held Sunday, January 12, 2020, at 2:00 p.m. in the Cochran Funeral Home Chapel in Livingston, Texas with Rev. Harold Isaacs officiating. Interment will follow in the Camp Ruby Cemetery in Livingston, Texas. Visitation will be held Saturday, January 11, 2020, at 5:00 p.m., in the Cochran Funeral Home in Livingston, Texas.
Mr. Johnson was born at home on March 3, 1947, in New Caney, Texas, to parents, Albert Otis Johnson and Mary Bell (Maddox) Johnson, and passed away January 7, 2020 in Lufkin, Texas. He is preceded in death by his parents; brothers, Marshall Johnson, Buddy Johnson, and Nelson Johnson; sisters, Sister Keen, Ruby Moren, Puddin Robinson, Virginia Lum, and Leyte Ussery; and grandson, Kevin Michael Scott.
OJ enjoyed creating something out of nothing. He loved being outside and one of his favorite things to do was tending to his garden. He was so proud of his fruit trees and the flowers. When family or friends visited, he took them on a tour of his yard. If someone needed help, he would try to help even if that help was only his advice. He loved to pick on people. He never met a stranger and helped those in need whether they were relatives or friends. He loved his wife, kids, grandchildren, and his pets especially his little dog “Trouble” more than life itself. One of the last things he said to his children was to make sure we knew to take care of our Momma and each other. That was more important to him than the outcome of his own health. He deeply believed in God and we all hope to see him again walking through the gardens of heaven with all of our loved ones.
He is survived by his wife, Christine Johnson of Livingston, Texas; daughters and sons-in-law, Marsha and Steven Alford of Alvin, Texas, Crystal and Mike Scott of Livingston, Texas; Tracey and Bill Johnson of Livingston, Texas; son and daughter-in-law, Russell and Candi Johnson of Livingston, Texas; son, J.D. Johnson of Livingston, Texas; grandchildren, Matt Scott, Madison Scott, Dustin Kirkland, Clint Kirkland, Kristen Kirkland, Cheyanne Johnson, James Johnson Jr., Kerrie Johnson, Lisa Johnson, Kaydence Johnson, Ashley Johnson, Megan Trejo, and Morgan Johnson; great-grandchildren, Brantley Scott, Brian Scott, Tayven Kirkland, Rayden Kirkland, Mia Johnson Lirette, Violet Johnson, and Damian Trejo; brother, Otis Johnson, Jr. of Livingston, Texas; sisters, Mary Lum (also known by OJ as Momma until he started school) of Cleveland, Texas, and Carrie Fay Woodard of Onalaska, Texas; sisters and brothers-in-law, Ocie and Butch Loving of New Caney, Texas, and Lizzi and Pete Ferguson of Cleveland, Texas; along with numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives, and friends.
Pallbearers: James Johnson, Charles Ussery, Mike Scott, Dustin Kirkland, Matt Scott, Bill Johnson, Larry Ferguson, Jarred Lirette
Cochran Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. Please sign our online guestbook at www.cochranfh.com.
Lois Lilley
Lois Lilley, born November 22, 1924 in Livingston, Texas, passed away on January 8, 2020 in Livingston, Texas at the age of 95 years.
She is survived by her son, Marvin Lilley; daughter in law, Liz Lilley; grandchildren, Chad Lilley & wife Jana, Jeremy Lilley & wife Missy, Michael Lilley & fiancé Ginger, Sonya Miller & husband Ben, Matt Lilley, Kevin Lilley; great grandchildren, Desi Lilley, Ashlan Stafford, Evan Stafford, T.J Lilley, Garrett Lilley, Cord Lilley, Samuel Miller, Simon Miller; great great grandchild, Swayze Stafford; special friends, Mitchell & Verdina Murphy and family; Art & Naomi Bowden; numerous other relatives and a host of friends.
Lois is preceded in death by her parents, AW & Ada Hendrix; husbands, Jay Lilley, Charles Tanner; son, Howard Lilley; grandson, Brandon Lilley.
A Visitation will be held from 6:00 – 8:00 PM, Saturday, January 11, 2020 at Pace Funeral Home.
A Celebration of Lois’s Life will be at 2:00 PM, Sunday, January 12, 2020 at Pace Funeral Home with Pastor, Mitchell Murphy Officiating.
Interment to follow at Big Sandy Cemetery, Dallardsville, Texas.
Michael Jon Miller September 20, 1946 – December 31, 2019
Mr. Michael Jon Miller, 73 years old, of Livingston, Texas, passed away peacefully due to natural causes at his home December 31, 2019. He was born on September 20, 1946, in Elkhart, Indiana.
He was preceeded in death by his parents, Col. Ray E. and Betty J. (Clark) Miller, and his brother, Ronald Miller. He is survived by his loving children, daughter, Christina Miller (Duane Gandelot) and son, Jason Miller (Samantha); granddaughter Sage Miller; step-grandsons Michael and Cody Smedley; and sister Pamela Miller-Girton (Mark Steck).
Mike graduated from Yorktown High School, (’65) in Arlington, VA, and had studied business administration at San Francisco State University. He was retired from Computer Sciences Corporation in Dayton, Ohio.
Mike was a proud Vietnam Veteran, having served in the United States Navy.
During his affiliation with the Boy Scouts, he achieved both the God and Country Award, and The Silver Beaver Award for lifelong service as a Troop Leader.
Mike will be remembered for his love of reading, his deep compassion, his work ethic, and his ability to tell great stories. He will be sadly missed by his family and friends. In remembrance of Mike, the family suggests contributing to the Vietnam Veterans of America.
Cochran Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. Please sign our online guestbook at www.cochranfh.com.
Tammy Renia Payne
Tammy Renia Payne, born February 13, 1966 in Kountze, Texas, passed away on January 7, 2020 in Beaumont, Texas at the age of 53 years.
She is survived by her father, Howard Payne and step-mom, Gloria; sisters, Carla Meadows & spouse Chuck Bender, Melody Kellar, Beverly Butler, Paula Stanley & husband Chase, Kayla Parker & husband Seth, Lana Strahan & husband David; brothers, Kyle Payne & wife Cassy, Aaron Singleton; numerous other relatives and a host of friends.
Tammy is preceded in death by her mother, JoAnn Butler; step-father, Elbert Butler; sister, Chris Rosteet; brothers, Roy Allen Payne and Nelson Butler.
She enjoyed participating in the Special Olympics.
Tammy loved singing and coloring.
A Visitation will be held from 5:00 – 8:00 PM, Friday, January 10, 2020 at Pace Funeral Home.
A Celebration of Tammy’s Life will be at 12:00 PM, Saturday, January 11, 2020 at Pace Funeral Home with Pastor Kevin Hendrix Officiating.
Interment to follow at 3:00 PM at Guidry Cemetery in Batson, Texas.
Funeral Services for Bobby Jack Maxey, 64, of Corrigan will be held on Wednesday, January 8, 2020 at 2:00 p.m. in the Union Springs Missionary Baptist Church in Corrigan with Pastor Phil Corbett and Pastor William “Peanut” Glass officiating. Interment will follow in the Union Springs Cemetery in Corrigan. Visitation will be held on Tuesday, January 7, 2020 from 6-9 pm at Corrigan Funeral Home.
Bobby was born to Jack D. and Ruby (Best) Maxey on January 21, 1955 in Corrigan and went home to be with the Lord on Sunday, January 5, 2020.
Bobby was of the Baptist faith and a member of Union Springs Missionary Baptist Church. He grew up in Houston and graduated from Aldine High School in 1974. During the summer months, he would spend time at his grandparents’ home in Corrigan. Bobby met the love of his life, Tammy Gassiott in Corrigan and they married on June 5, 1982. He was employed by TDCJ and retired in 2002. In addition to being a loving husband, father, and Poppy to his grands, Bobby also loved coon hunting, raising chickens and riding horses. His family meant more to him than anything in the world, something he often mentioned. When his eyesight began to fail, Tammy would read the Bible to him and it always gave him a sense of peace. He also enjoyed his visits on the porch with Tammy, reminiscing about their lives together and how much God had blessed them with wonderful children and grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Jack and Ruby Maxey; niece, Tamara Eaton; mother-in-law and father-in-law, Herbert Wayne and Vera Lee Gassiott.
He is survived by his wife of 37 years, Tammy Maxey of Corrigan; daughters, Amanda Watson and husband Jason of Farmerville, LA and April Baker and husband Cody of Livingston; son, Will Maxey and wife Whitney of Corrigan; brother, Larry Maxey of Corrigan; sister, Linda Eaton and husband Arthur of Corrigan; sister-in-law, Nancy Stevens and husband Todd of Lufkin; grandchildren, Jaci Watson, Tristan Watson, Abby Watson, Lexi Hankla, Jack Hankla, Lillie Watson, Teagon Maxey, Sloane Maxey, Hadley Baker and Libby Baker; nieces and nephews, Blake Vasut, Stacy Platt, Bo Eaton and wife Ashtin, Briley Stevens and Brittain Stevens; great nieces and nephews, Bradly Vasut, Kloey Vasut, Addi Rae “Bully” Platt and Levi Platt and numerous other relatives and friends.
Pallbearers: Hal Hubbard Jr., Caleb Hankla, Roland Popham, Johnny Wright, Randy Beal, and Thomas Murphy.
Honorary Pallbearers: Ronald Hearn, Will Maxey, Larry Maxey, Arthur Eaton, Jason Watson, Blake Vasut, Cody Baker, and Bo Eaton.
Funeral Arrangements entrusted to Corrigan Funeral Home.
Barbara Dennix July 29, 1940 – January 3, 2020
Funeral services for Barbara Dennix, 79, of Livingston, will be held at 3:00 p.m., Wednesday, January 8, 2020 in the Cochran Funeral Home Chapel in Livingston, Texas with Bro. Chuck McLaurin officiating. Interment will follow in the Mt. Rose Cemetery. Visitation will be held from 5:00 - 7:00 p.m., Tuesday, January 7, 2020 in the Cochran Funeral Home in Livingston, Texas.
On Friday, January 3, 2020, Barbara Dennix passed away at the age of 79. Barbara was born July 29, 1940 in Livingston, Texas. She graduated in 1958 from Livingston High School. Barbara worked at Jack & Jill Daycare for several years and for the past 25 years, for State Farm Insurance. She is preceded in death by her parents, Hazel and Arnold Gaylord; daughter, Linda Dennix; brothers, Jimmy Wayne Gaylord and John A. Gaylord; and son-in-law, Wendell Cooley.
Barbara is survived by her soulmate, Glen "Plum" Khorman; daughter, Bobbie Cooley; nieces, Angie Gaylord and Leigh Gaylord Meek; nephew, Matt Gaylord; special friend, Joe Clarke; and sister-in-law, Patsy Freeman; along with numerous cousins and a huge fan club.
Barbara never met a stranger. She was known for her sassiness, quick wit and her outrageous sense of humor. We never knew what was going to come out of her mouth. She was the Lucille Ball of Polk County. Her laughter was contagious, her love for people was outstanding. Barbara loved music. Her favorites included Web Pierce, Elvis, Johnny Rodriguez, Emmylou Harris, Gene Watson, The Rolling Stones, Led Zeppelin, and Elton John.
A very large shout out to CHI St. Luke's Livingston Emergency Room, EMS Responders, Woodland Heights Medical Center's Emergency Room, ICU, Step Down and Surgery Staff.
Pallbearers: Danny Ellis, Jeff Galloway, Jay Jackson, Guinn Jones, Preston Jones, John Keith Richardson, Christopher Scott, Ricky Taylor, and Billy Sol Wiggins (AKA "Wiggy") as Barbara liked to call him
Honorary pallbearers: Paul Mac Galloway, Charlie Aragon (AKA "Agaron" - another one Barbara renamed), Rusty Smith, Barbara McFarland, Brenda Doucett, Taylor Baggett, Elizabeth Hines, Meagen Schultz, East Texas State Farm Insurance, Lufkin Agency Field Office.
In lieu of flowers, please make donations in Barbara's name to the Green and White Scholarship Fund, The American Heart Association, The Juvenile Diabetes Foundation 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.
Richard Bryant Collum, Jr.
Richard Bryant Collum, Jr. born November 25, 1953 in Ardmore, OK, passed away on December 15, 2019 in Livingston, Texas at the age of 66 years.
He is survived by his wife, Jackie Collum; daughter, Autumn Hendrickson & husband Erik; grandchildren, Summer and Hope Hendrickson; sisters Qunah Clark & husband Jerry, Debbie Ainsworth & husband Michael; numerous other relatives and a host of friends.
Richard is preceded in death by his parents, Richard Sr & Norma Collum.
He was a veteran having served in the United States Army.
Richard had a passion for hunting and fishing.
Inurnment will be held Friday, January 10, 2020 at 12:45 at the Houston National Cemetery, 10410 Verteran’s Memorial Drive, Houston, Tx 77038
On Sunday, December 29, 2019, Bennie Edward Parker, loving son, father of three sons, brother to three sisters and two brothers passed away in his sleep as a result of Stage 4 COPD at the age of 63 years.
Bennie was born July 27, 1956 to Gladys (Jackie Jackson) and Bennie Joe Parker in Texas City, Texas. He attended Alvin High School. Bennie enjoyed working with his hands. He could make anything out of wood and his work was beautiful. He was known as a kind, loving, charitable man. His family called him “Bennie Do” because if they needed anything fixed, he was the one they called.
He was preceded in death by his parents Jackie and Bennie Parker and is survived by three sons, Heath (Shelly) Parker, Nickolas Parker, Anthony Parker, sisters, Vickie (Bobby) Berryman, Tranyce (Tom) Moore, Tamie (Pat) Triola, his brothers, Warren Wiggins, Danny Joe Parker and nieces, Tonya (Charles) Dansby, Christina (Brian) Hinton, Tessa (Jonathan) Gest, Tori Moore, nephews, Stephen (Erica) Berryman, Jonathan (Athina) Young, cousins and a host of dear friends.
Memorial: January 11, 2020 @ 2:00pm Pace Funeral Home 200 FM 350 North Livingston, Tx 77351
Funeral Services for Mickey Lynn Carrico, 61, of Corrigan will be held on Tuesday, January 7, 2020 at 2:00 p.m. at Corrigan Funeral Home with Bro. Bill Bailey officiating. Interment will follow in the Wheeler Cemetery in Wakefield. Visitation will begin at 1:00 p.m. until service time.
Mickey was born on September 1, 1958 in Lufkin to the late Hillard Carroll Carrico and Murl Lynn (Byron) Hines and passed away on Friday, January 3, 2020 in Nacogdoches.
Mickey was of the Baptist faith and enjoyed spending time outdoors mowing the yard and painting. He would attend Pine Valley Raceway, where he enjoyed the drag racing. In his younger years, he would take his boat out on Lake Houston and spend time with friends and family. Mickey was a very outgoing person, who never met a stranger.
He was preceded in death by his parents and sister, Teresa Ann Carrico.
He is survived by his brothers, David Carroll Carrico and wife Honey of Groveton; Royce Carrico and wife Gerri Lea of Corrigan; sisters, Kathy McKenna and husband Stephen of Humble; and Casey De Geer and husband Shane; special friends, Kenneth Grisham, Dewayne Burks, Tommy Courtney, Shot Placker, Doug Gassiott, John Walter Cobb and John Coker Ratley and numerous other relatives and friends who will miss him greatly.
Pallbearers: Royce Carrico, Keith Wright, Joshua Carrico, Brian Carrico, Kevin Wallace, Matt Brown, Doug Taylor, and Kenneth Grisham.
Funeral Arrangements entrusted to Corrigan Funeral Home.
Ophelia Mehalia Burleson June 21, 1924 – January 4, 2020
Funeral services for Ophelia Mehalia Burleson, 95, of Livingston, Texas, will be held at 10:00 a.m., Monday, January 6, 2020 in the Cochran Funeral Home Chapel in Livingston, Texas. Interment will follow in the Forest Hill Cemetery. Visitation will be held from 9:00 a.m. until the service begins at 10:00 a.m. in the funeral home. Ophelia Mehalia Fails Burleson was born June 21, 1924 in Walker County, Texas to Braxton “Brack” Fails and Ethel Samuels. Ophelia grew up on the family farm in Crabb’s Prairie, Texas along with her siblings, which precede her in death: Lawrence Fails, Huola Fails Preston, Willie Fails Handley, and Doris Fails Phillips.
Ophelia graduated from Huntsville High School in 1943 and married Clayton Douglas Burleson in 1947. Ophelia worked for Southwestern Bell as a telephone operator for nearly two decades, transferring from Huntsville to Beaumont, Texas when she and Clayton moved in 1950. In 1959 Ophelia and Clayton moved from Beaumont to Livingston, Texas, where they spent the remainder of their years. Shortly after moving to Livingston, Ophelia and Clayton were blessed with their only child, Billie Jean Burleson Bohan, then later, grandchildren, Calicia, Clay, and Castyn-Billie Jean and Daniel Bohan’s children. Ophelia was quite the farmhand, she enjoyed keeping track of the cattle and documenting any changes in the herd.
She was a great friend, hosting coffee at her home at ten and two daily. She was an active member of Central Baptist Church of Livingston, until her later years. Ophelia was genuinely kind hearted and always had a smile on her face or words of encouragement for any situation. She was strong in her faith and trusted in God fully. Ophelia was quite the cook and the baker, for her 90th birthday, her grandchildren created a recipe book of some of her best recipes; though don’t ask for exact measurements, it was always a pinch of that or a dash of this. Ophelia enjoyed playing cards and dominos and was a member of various service organizations. She was the first to lend a hand or to inspire people to better themselves whether in their careers, education, or personal relationships.
Ophelia is survived by Billie Jean, her grandchildren and their spouses: Alexander Kampf, Laci Boley Bohan, and Matthew Srader. She is also survived by her great-grandchildren: Brylee George, Tabitha Bohan, Brack Bohan, and Danli Bohan. Terri Monfort, daughter of Huola Fails Preston, was considered a second daughter to Ophelia, along with Terri’s daughter, Kimberly Monfort. Ophelia is also survived by numerous nieces and nephews as well as extended family and friends on both her and Clayton’s side of their family.
Pallbearers: Clayton Bohan, Castin Srader, Calicia Kampf, Wallace Burleson, Carlos Burleson, David Burleson, Steve Phillips, Terry Morris, Clay Townsend
Cochran Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. Please sign our online guestbook at www.cochranfh.com.
Clarence Wilmer Price January 17, 1929 – January 3, 2020
Mr. Clarence Wilmer "Bill" Price, 90, of Livingston, Texas, was born January 17,1929 in Ellisville, Mississippi to parents, E.C. Price and Nezzie (Coats) Price, and passed away January 3, 2020 in Livingston, Texas. He is preceded in death by his parents; son, Clarence Wilmer "Butch" Price, Jr.; brother, Jerry Price; sister, Retha Hankins. During his life he proudly served his country in the United States Navy.
He is survived by his wife of 71 years, Mildred Faye Price of Livingston, Texas; daughters, Gwendolyn Price and Deborah McKinney, both of Livingston, Texas; brother, Curtis Price of Pascagoula, Mississippi; sister, Ouida Willis of Spring, Texas; 5 granddaughters, Cheyenne Olexy and husband Michael, Kimberly Butler, Jalynn Holleron and husband Dane, Cindy Hill and husband Robb, and Amie Barton; 10 great-grandchildren, Tyler, Luke, Alex, Jacob, Kaylee, Foster, Jonah, Wally, Emma, and Katee; 2 great-great-grandaughters, Phoenix and Hazel; several nieces and nephews, and many more friends and loved ones.
Cochran Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. Please sign our online guestbook at www.cochranfh.com.
Geneva Herring Redden September 28, 1929 – January 2, 2020
Funeral services for Geneva Herring Redden, 90, of Livingston, will be held at 1:00pm, Monday, January 6, 2020 at Cochran Funeral Home in Livingston, Texas. Interment will follow in Peebles Cemetery. Visitation will be held prior to the service time, beginning at 11:00am.
Mrs. Redden, or “Maw-Maw” as most of her family called her, was born on September 28, 1929 in Nogalus Prairie, Texas to parents, Ernie and Willie Herring. She passed away on January 2, 2020 in a local hospital surrounded by family. She grew up in the Possum Walk Community near Groveton, Texas. She later married Junior B. Redden on March 1, 1947 in Groveton.
Survivors include her son, Larry B. Redden, Sr. of Livingston; daughter, Connie Jo Redden Hopper and husband Bobby of Humble; grandsons, Larry B. Redden, Jr. and wife Tracy, Ricky Redden and wife Pamela, and Kevin Redden; granddaughter, Brandi McNallen and husband Mike; great-grandchildren: Tori, Lacey, Emma, Abby, Ashley, Justin, Cheyenne, Codi, Lauren, Kevin Jr., Bobby, Billy, and Randi; four great-great-grandchildren; along with numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her husband, J.B. Redden on January 25, 2008; grandson, Ronnie Wooten; brothers, Travis Pilgreen and A.J. Herring; sister, Mae Pilgreen Davis; and daughter-in-law, Cindy Redden.
She will be escorted to her final resting place by pallbearers: Larry Redden, Jr., Ricky Redden, Kevin Redden, Justin Redden, Codi Redden, Billy Carlile, and Kevin Redden, Jr.
Cochran Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. Please sign our online guestbook at www.cochranfh.com.
Clarence Wilmer Price January 17, 1929 – January 3, 2020
Mr. Clarence Wilmer Price, 90, of Livingston, Texas, was born January 17, 1929 in Ellisville, Mississippi to parents, E.C. Price and Nezzie (Coats) Price, and passed away January 3, 2020 in Livingston, Texas. He is preceded in death by his parents; brother, Jerry Price; and sister, Retha Hankins. During his life, he proudly served his country in the United States Navy.
He is survived by his wife, Mildred Faye Price of Livingston, Texas; daughters, Gwendolyn Nickols and Deborah McKenny both of Livingston, Texas; brother, Curtis Price of Pascagoula, Mississippi; sister, Quida Willis of Spring, Texas; along with numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren, other relatives and friends.
Cochran Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. Please sign our online guestbook atwww.cochranfh.com.
Joseph Dylan Castro September 18, 1997 - December 28, 2019
Funeral services for Joseph Dylan Castro, 22, of Livingston, Texas, will be held Sunday, January 5, 2020 at 2:00 p.m. in the Cochran Funeral Home Chapel in Livingston, Texas with Bro. Steve Waldrep officiating.
Joseph was born September 18, 1997 in Houston, Texas, to parents, Simon Garcia Castro Jinny Hernandez, and passed away December 28, 2019 in Livingston, Texas. He is preceded in death by his brother, Orlando Castro.
He is survived by his father, Simon Castro; mother, Elda Castro; mother, Jinny Hernandez; brothers, Simon Castro Jr. and Kevin Castro; and sisters, Linsey Castro and Brianna Castro; 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.
Marcelene Williams December 9, 1927 – December 30, 2019
Funeral services for Marcelene Williams, 92, of Shepherd, Texas, will be held Friday, January 3, 2020 at 10:00 a.m. in the Cochran Funeral Home Chapel in Livingston, Texas with Bro. Larry Dean officiating. Interment will be held at 1:30 p.m., Friday, January 3, 2020 in the Huntington Cemetery in Huntington, Texas. Visitation will be held from 9:00 a.m. until the service begins at 10:00 a.m. in the funeral home.
Ms. Williams was born December 9, 1927 in Huntington, Texas to parents, Ira Dee Lewis and Jewel Edith (Baygent) Lewis, and passed away December 30, 2019 in Livingston, Texas. She is preceded in death by her parents, 2 brothers, and 2 sisters. She is survived by her son, Lewis Williams and wife, Sherry of Shepherd, Texas; son, David Williams and wife, Julie of New Boston, Texas; daughter, Sharon Ford and husband, Walt of Rock Hill, South Carolina; brother, Charles D. Lewis and wife, Clara of Huntington, Texas; sister, Rena Beth Modisette of Washougal, Washington; 8 grandchildren; 26 great-grandchildren; and 12 great-great-grandchildren; 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.
Brett McDonald December 15, 2019 – December 28, 2019
Memorial services for Brett McDonald, 2 weeks old, of Pasadena, Texas, will be held Friday, January 3, 2020 at 11:00 a.m. in the First Presbyterian Church in Livingston, Texas with Pastor Joe MacDonald officiating.
Brett was born December 15, 2019 in Pasadena, Texas to parents, Steven George McDonald and Jennifer Leigh (Nobles) McDonald, and passed away December 28, 2019 in Pasadena, Texas.
He is survived by his parents, Steven and Jennifer McDonald; grandparents, Pam and Jeff Grubbs and Rick and Susie Nobles; great-grandparents, Katherine and Richard Nobles Sr. and Charles and Carol Tipton; aunts, Krissy McDonald and Miranda Peters; and uncles, Josh Nobles and Jonathan Nobles.
Cochran Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. Please sign our online guestbook at www.cochranfh.com.
Bennie Gene Clamon Sr. June 21, 1939- December 28, 2019.
Mr. Clamon, 80, of Livingston, Tx. joyously entered heaven on Saturday, December 28, 2019. We believe God welcomed him with open arms saying, “well done my good and faithful servant.” Even though we miss him dearly, we know he is rejoicing with the saints in heaven, dancing on the streets of gold, in his new body.
While on earth, he was called to preach at the age of fifteen and continued to do so throughout his life. He served his country by joining the Navy at the age of seventeen. He loved boats and ships, fishing and just being out on the water. After finishing his tour in the Navy, he worked at various jobs, including working in the oil industry. He was a loving husband and father who enjoyed spending time with his family. He believed God should be first in one’s life and the center of one’s marriage. He believed the most important thing one could ever do is accept Jesus Christ as personal savior. Although he did not always preach from a pulpit, he never missed the opportunity to tell people about the hope of Jesus Christ. Perhaps he spent so many years with physical disabilities because he could reach more lives having the health problems he endured. He witnessed to every person he met: every doctor, nurse, aide, physical therapist, cleaning person, and roommate. He spent a lot of time in hospitals and nursing homes the last few years of his life. He was preaching up a storm during that time. Now, he’s in heaven singing praises to his Lord, that he loved so much.
We can picture him dancing, jumping, and praising God in his new body. We believe that’s what he’s doing now.
The grieving is our selfish flesh not wanting to let go of the man we love , but our hearts know, he’s finally well again, and he is where he has wanted to be for a long time.
He was preceded in death by his grandparents George Washington Clamon and Sarah Ann Irvin Clamon, William Jefferson Herrington and Hattie Octavia Hendrix Herrington, his parents Fred D. Clamon and Lillie Mae Herrington Clamon, and his brother-in-law Wayne Starr.
Mr. Clamon is survived by his loving wife of fifty-eight years and seven months, Cynthia Jane Roberts Clamon, who he referred to as his Baby Doll and also his “tempest in a tea cup.” He is also survived by his children Bennie Gene (Chip) Clamon Jr (Kathy), Aletha Suzette (Suzi) Cole (Greg), and Athena Gayle (Tena) Martin (Brett), six grandchildren: Andrew Clamon, Cassondra Fleischman (Daniel), Christopher Cole (Kim), Matthew Cole (fiancée Dani), Austin Cole (fiancée Shianne), and Madison Cole, five great granddaughters: Kai, Annalise, Charlotte, Mckenna and Josie, three brothers: James Clamon (Nina), Jerry Clamon and (Sondra), and Tommy Clamon, two sisters: Judy Fisher (Lonnie), and Shirley Starr, and several nieces, nephews, and cousins as well.
A visitation will be held Thursday, January 2, 2020 at Pace Funeral Home from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PmA Celebration of Bennie’s Life will be Friday, January 3, 2020 also at Pace Funeral Home at 10:00 AM with military honors provided by VFW Post 8568 and with Pastor Robert Smith and Mike Miller officiating.
Interment to follow at Peebles Cemetery in Livingston, Texas.
Dallas William Hancock December 1, 1924 – December 29, 2019
Funeral services for Dallas William Hancock, 95, of Livingston, Texas, will be held Friday, January 3, 2020 at 2:00 p.m. in the Cochran Funeral Home Chapel in Livingston, Texas with Bro. Joe Smith officiating. Interment will follow in the Peebles Cemetery. Visitation will be held from 12:00 p.m. until the service begins at 2:00 p.m. in the funeral home.
Mr. Hancock was born December 1, 1924 in Orange Grove, Mississippi to parents, Charles William Hancock and Luella (Taylor) Hancock, and passed away December 29, 2019 in Livingston, Texas. He is preceded in death by his parents, son, Brent Hancock; step-son, Michael Bunting; step-daughter, Linda Kowis; sister, Kitty Beck; and brother, Carl Eugene Hancock.
He is survived by his wife, Norma Jean Hancock of Livingston, Texas; son, Ronald Hancock and wife, Karen of Bryan, Texas; daughter, Andrea Hancock of Austin, Texas; step-daughter, June Morton of New Caney, Texas; sister, Marie Carroll of Semmes, Alabama; 7 grandchildren; 10 great-grandchildren; and 7 step-great-grandchildren; along with numerous other relatives and friends.
During his life, Mr. Hancock proudly served his country in the United States Army during WWII. After his discharge in 1945, he worked for Morrell Meat Company, Phillips Oil Company, and then for Anchor Glass Container Union 153 in Houston, Texas for 20 years. He retired in 1985 and moved to Point Blank on the lake where he fished and helped his neighbors with their problems. He was a lifetime member of the D.A.V, the V.F.W., and the American Legion. He was also a member of the Pasadena Masonic Lodge #1155 A.F. & A.M.
Cochran Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. Please sign our online guestbook at www.cochranfh.com.
Jean Peebles Maxwell July 29, 1917 - December 26, 2019
Memorial services for Jean Peebles Maxwell, 102, of Livingston, Texas, will be held Saturday, January 4, 2020 at 11:00 a.m. in the Central Baptist Church in Livingston, Texas.
Mrs. Maxwell was born July 29, 1917 in Livingston, Texas, to parents, Andrew Wiley Peebles and Addelle (Green) Peebles, and passed away December 26, 2019 in Livingston, Texas. She is preceded in death by her parents; husband, James Rollin Maxwell; son, James Michael Maxwell; and brother, Allen Peebles.
She is survived by her daughter, Ann Maxwell Looney and husband, Gary of San Antonio, Texas; grandson, Cliff Maxwell and wife, Melissa of Houston, Texas; granddaughter, Marilyn Maxwell of Houston, Texas; granddaughter, Shannon Looney Robertson and husband, Andrew of Austin, Texas; grandson, Sean Looney and wife, Britt of Fort Worth, Texas; great grandchildren, Christopher Maxwell, Caitlin Robertson, Brianna Robertson, Rhylan Looney, Lucas Maxwell, and Nicolas Maxwell; sisters, Nell Peebles Wilkerson of Livingston, Texas, Ruth Peebles of Livingston, Texas, Ann Peebles Cunningham and husband, Harold of Waco, Texas; and sister-in-law, Betty Peebles of Livingston, Texas; along with numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives, and friends.
Honorary Pallbearers: Cliff Maxwell, Sean Looney, Bill Wilkerson, Wiley Wilkerson, Wayne Wilkerson, Kevin Cunningham, Hap Maxwell
Cochran Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. Please sign our online guestbook at www.cochranfh.com.
Elsie Clara Ferrell June 28, 1923 – December 13, 2019
Memorial services for Elsie Clara Ferrell, 96, of Livingston, Texas will be held Saturday, January 4, 2020 in the First United Methodist Church in Livingston, Texas.
Mrs. Ferrell was born June 28, 1923 in Barton, Arkansas, to parents, Stuart Roger Brown and Gussie (Carol) Brown, and passed away December 13, 2019 in Livingston, Texas. She is preceded in death by her parents; husband, Melvin Ferrell; one brother and two sisters.
She is survived by her son, Thomas Ferrell; daughter and son-in-law, Laura and Tracy Forehand; daughter and son-in-law, Denise and Mike Lyssy; son and daughter-in-law, Kenneth and Suzan Ferrell; daughter and son-in-law, Reba and David Bailes; daughter and son-in-law, Karen and Michael LaValley; grandchildren, Tracy Forehand Jr., Darin Ferrell, Rannie Forehand, Michael Ferrell, Miranda Baxter, Jordan Ferrell, Kelly Bryan, Brian Lawson, Brandon Ferrell, Trent Ferrell, Allison Mulcahy, Andrea Flynn, Steven Bailes, Nicole Fontenot, Megan Scaife, and Ashley Ferrell; numerous great grandchildren, great-great grandchildren, and great-great-great grandchildren; along with many other relatives and friends.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Ms. Elsie's honor to Helping Hands Ministries or Noah’s Helpers Ministries c/o First United Methodist Church, 2801 Hwy 190, Livingston, Texas 77351.
Cochran Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. Please sign our online guestbook at www.cochranfh.com.
James Alvin Banks September 22, 1954 – December 18, 2019
James Alvin Banks, 65, of Livingston, Texas was born September 22, 1954, in Houston, Texas, to parents, Leo Banks and Betty (Butler) Banks, and passed away on December 22, 2019 in Livingston, Texas. He is preceded in death by her parents.
James is survived by his brother, John Banks of Livingston, Texas; sister, Mary Angel of Hempstead, Texas; brother, Mark Bank of Lebanon, Tennessee; 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.
Carlie Bergman Coward January 29, 1936 - December 24, 2019
Funeral services for Carlie Bergman Coward, 83, of Livingston, Texas, will be held Sunday, December 29, 2019 at 2:00 p.m. 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 Saturday, December 28, 2019, from 5:00 – 9:00 p.m., in the Cochran Funeral Home in Livingston, Texas.
Mr. Coward was born January 29, 1936, in Livingston, Texas, to parents, Ellis Coward and Lydia (Brock) Coward, and passed away December 24, 2019 in Livingston, Texas. He proudly served his country in the United States Army. He is preceded in death by his parents; first wife, Lavon Coward; second wife, Nancy Coward; two sisters; and one brother.
He is survived by his daughters, Patricia Gaspard and husband Steve, Betty Warren, and Tammy Coward; sons, Ronnie Coward, Donnie Coward, Paul Coward, and Don Thomas; grandchildren, Robin Donley, Tonya Patterson, Christina Tramp, Jamie Hunt, Derrick Nelson, Carrie Gonzales, Carlina Maghee, Kenny Warren, and Quentin Warren; great grandchildren, Rodney Jr., Shawn, Justin, Michael, Alexis, Derrick Jr., Raymond, Alisen, Jackie, Jason, Courtney, Kody, Malachi, Seth, Madison, Kayla, Ozzlynn, Aaron, Damion, Aaron N., Joshua, Tyler, Ricky, Kyle, Bo, Dalton, Jessica; and numerous great-great grandchildren; along with many other relatives, and friends.
Pallbearers: Rodney Patrick, Shawn Patrick, Justin Patrick, Michael Patrick, Keith McDaniel, Nathan McDaniel, Seth Thompson, Derrick Nelson Jr.
Cochran Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. Please sign our online guestbook at www.cochranfh.com.
Jean Peebles Maxwell July 29, 1917 - December 26, 2019
Memorial services for Jean Peebles Maxwell, 102, of Livingston, Texas, will be held Saturday, January 4, 2020 at 11:00 a.m. in the Central Baptist Church in Livingston, Texas.
Mrs. Maxwell was born July 29, 1917 in Livingston, Texas, to parents, Andrew Wiley Peebles and Addelle (Green) Peebles, and passed away December 26, 2019 in Livingston, Texas. She is preceded in death by her parents; husband, James Rollin Maxwell; son, James Michael Maxwell; and brother, Allen Peebles.
She is survived by her daughter, Ann Maxwell Looney and husband, Gary of San Antonio, Texas; grandson, Cliff Maxwell and wife, Melissa of Houston, Texas; granddaughter, Marilyn Maxwell of Houston, Texas; granddaughter, Shannon Looney Robertson and husband, Andrew of Austin, Texas; grandson, Sean Looney and wife, Britt of Fort Worth, Texas; great grandchildren, Christopher Maxwell, Caitlin Robertson, Brianna Robertson, Rhylan Looney, Lucas Maxwell, and Nicolas Maxwell; sisters, Nell Peebles Wilkerson of Livingston, Texas, Ruth Peebles of Livingston, Texas, Ann Peebles Cunningham and husband, Harold of Waco, Texas; and sister-in-law, Betty Peebles of Livingston, Texas; along with numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives, and friends.
Honorary Pallbearers: Cliff Maxwell, Sean Looney, Bill Wilkerson, Wiley Wilkerson, Wayne Wilkerson, Kevin Cunningham, Hap Maxwell
Cochran Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. Please sign our online guestbook at www.cochranfh.com.
Marion David VanWagner September 18, 1921 – December 22, 2019
Funeral services for Marion David VanWagner, 98, of Livingston, Texas, will be held Saturday, January 4, 2020 at 2:00 p.m. in the Cochran Funeral Home Chapel in Livingston, Texas with Bro. Steve Waldrep officiating. Interment will follow in the VanWagner Family Cemetery in Livingston, Texas. Visitation will be held Saturday, January 4, 2020, from 12:00 – 2:00 p.m., before the service, in the Cochran Funeral Home in Livingston, Texas.
Mr. VanWagner was born September 18, 1921 in Rogers, Arkansas, to parents, James Guy VanWagner and Bessie Ellen (Brown) VanWagner, and passed away December 22, 2019 in Groesbeck, Texas. He is preceded in death by his parents; wife, Dorothy VanWagner; and daughter, Jaqueline Corley.
He is survived by his granddaughters, Lee Anne Steininger of Groesbeck, Texas, Lou E. Dickens of Centerville, Tennessee, and Lynn M. Guntner of Charlestown, West Virginia; great granddaughters, Kristen Torinese of Groesbeck, Texas, Amanda Myles of Nunnelly Tennessee, Holly Dickens of Nunnelly, Tennessee, Rachel Guntner of Charlestown, West Virginia, and Kendall Guntner of Charlestown, West Virginia; great-great-great-grandchildren, Ariana Myles, Marchelle Myles, Corleigh Shriver, Caden Torinese, Armania Dickens, and Ladainian Myles; along with many other relatives, and friends.
Cochran Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. Please sign our online guestbook at www.cochranfh.com.
Sherri Hodges Glover August 27, 1947 - December 17, 2019
On Tuesday, December 17, 2019, Sherri Hodges Glover, loving wife, grandmother, aunt, and friend to many, passed away at the age of 72.
Sherri was born on August 27, 1947, in Kilgore, TX to Bob and Lorraine Hodges. She was raised in a loving home in Kilgore, TX, graduated from Kilgore High School, attended Kilgore Jr. College where she was a Rangerette, and graduated from Stephen F. Austin University.
Sherri moved to Houston, TX, fell in love with the city, and went on to create a successful path for herself in the financial sector. Her career of 44 years was concentrated in the bond market. One of the first female executives for the firm of Merrill Lynch, Sherri retired from a prestigious Houston brokerage firm in 2014.
Sherri led an active life. She could be found either skiing or hiking at her home in Sun Valley or boating and riding wave runners at her beloved Lake Cherokee. Additionally, Sherri had a passion for the arts. She was an avid pianist who enjoyed singing and performing. Sherri was a very generous and giving person. She did everything with a kind heart and was loved by many. She lived life to the fullest.
Sherri is survived by her husband – James Alton Glover, her brother – Bob Hodges, children – James Glover and Paige Walsh, nephews – Randy and Mark Hodges, grandchildren – Wade and Sydney Glover, Drake, Luke and Matt Walsh, and grand niece and nephew – Carley Kasparek and Markus Hodges – amongst numerous grand nieces and nephews.
Sherri was most grateful for the kindness, support, and love of David McMullen and Phil Love and would like to extend a special thanks to Rella and Joe Griffin for over 40 years of friendship and caregiver Wansy for all her support.
In lieu of flowers, Sherri requested donations be made to Crime Stoppers or to your local Animal Shelter.
A grave-side service will be held for immediate family at the Forest Hill Cemetery in Livingston, Texas on December 27, 2019.
A memorial and celebration of life will be held in her honor on February 1, 2020, at St. Regis – 1919 Briar Oaks Lane, Houston, TX, Remington Restaurant – from 2 to 5 pm.
Cochran Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. Please sign our online guestbook at www.cochranfh.com.
Bobby Ray Mullins March 25, 1930 - December 22, 2019
Funeral services for Bobby Ray Mullins, 89, of Goodrich, Texas, will be held Friday, December 27, 2019 at 3:00 p.m. in the Gravel Hill Baptist Church in Pitkin, Louisiana with David Jones officiating. Interment will follow in the Oakdale Cemetery in Pitkin, Louisiana. Visitation will be held Friday, December 27, 2019, from 1:00 – 3:00 p.m., before the service begins in the Gravel Hill Baptist Church in Pitkin, Louisiana.
A visitation will also be held Thursday, December 26, 2019 at 6:00 p.m. in the Schwab City Baptist Church in Schwab City, Texas.
Mr. Mullins was born March 25, 1930 in Dunham, Kentucky, to parents, Willard Edison Mullins and Healtha Elizabeth (Rose) Mullins, and passed away December 22, 2019 in Kingwood, Texas. He proudly served in country in the United States Army. He is preceded in death by his parents; wife, Bobbie Jean Mullins; sisters, Jacqueline Scott, Lottie Mae Freeze, and Bonnie Yvonne Mullins; and twin brother, Billie Mullins.
He is survived by his son, Jerry Lee Mullins of Livingston, Texas; daughter and son-in-law, Yvonne and Steve Strickhausen of Texas City, Texas; son and daughter-in-law, James and Mendi Mullins of Kingwood, Texas; grandsons, Christopher Strickhausen, Jason Strickhausen, and Little Jerry Mullins; along with numerous other relatives, and friends.
Pallbearers: Ricky Johnson, Reggie Johnson, Shane Johnson, Casey Johnson, Jaime Johnson, Tim Feathery, Tommy Feathery, Jerry Mullins
Honorary Pallbearer: James Mullins, Steve Strickhausen, Ronnie Perren, Jerry Mullins
Cochran Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. Please sign our online guestbook at www.cochranfh.com.
Paul Edward Smith
Paul Edward Smith, born March 6, 1965 in Lakeland, Florida, passed away peacefully with his wife and hospice nurses by his side on December 22, 2019 in Jasper, Texas at the age of 54 years.
He is survived by his wife, Dawn Evans Smith; mother, Marie Hames; daughter, Stephanie Smith of Baytown; grandchildren, Trent Smith of Brenham, Jade Wotipka of Baytown; brother, Robert Smith & wife Shelly; numerous other relatives and a host of friends.
Paul is preceded in death by his father, Robert Smith.
He’s Formally from Houston, residing in Livingston for 6 years. He enjoyed playing guitar with numerous local artists.
In Lieu of flowers please make donations to Center of Hope Cancer Support Ministry 936-239-1695 P.O. Box 1973 Livingston, Texas 77351
Funeral services for Toddie Battise, 61, of Livingston, Texas will be held at 2:00 p.m. Monday, December 23, 2019 in the Indian Village Assembly of God Church with Rev. David Busby officiating. Interment will follow in the Alabama-Coushatta Indian Reservation Cemetery. Visitation will begin at 5:00 p.m., Sunday, December 22, 2019 at the Indian Village Assembly of God Church.
Toddie was born July 24, 1958 in Woodville, Texas, to mother, Naomi Battise Battise, and passed away December 20, 2019 in Livingston, Texas. He is preceded in death by his son, Daniel Battise; grandparents, Ceaser Battise and Ivey Battise.
He is survived by his mother; daughter, Amy Nicole Battise of Washington, New Jersey; son, David Battise and Kierston; daughter, Ashley Battise; son, Gregory Battise: daughter, Alannah Battise; son Dwight Battise, all from Livingston, Texas; sister, Tanya J. Battise and Burton Bullock; brother, Derek Battise and Karen; sister, Deanna Abbey and Ross; daughter-in-law, Kendi Battise, all from Livingston, Texas; 15 grandchildren and 1 great-grandchild; uncle Donnis Battise and Carol; aunt, Ethelyn Sylestine, all from Livingston, Texas along with numerous other relatives, and friends.
Pallbearers: Patrick Battise, Lucas Williams, Hedeia Battise, Anthony Battise, Anthony Williams, Tavian Battise, Rick Sylestine, Markeal Barcus and Jalen Abbey.
Honorary Pallbearer: Joe Thomas, Jr.
Cochran Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. Please sign our online guestbook at www.cochranfh.com.
Walter Alvan Cowart
After a long battle with illness, Walter Alvan Cowart, born January 25, 1938 in Mourningsport, Louisiana passed away on Dec 17, 2019 at the age of 81.
Alvan was baptized as one of Jehovah’s Witnesses in July of 1971. He loved serving with his spiritual brothers and sisters at the Livingston congregation. He often talked about a paradise where his pain and sickness will be no more. He looked forward to being healthy again and truly enjoying the real life. Alvan is survived by his wife Mary Cowart, children; Steve Cowart and wife Jenny, Stan Cowart and wife Melissa, Sheryl Fischer and Husband Elmar. Grandchildren; Keith Schauer, Bryttany Perez and husband Caesar, Don’l Williams and wife Anna, Shelby Cowart, Michaella Cowart, Jaymon Cowart, Marlo Fischer, Nicholas Shelby and wife Courtney, Adam Shelby, Johnny Shelby. Nine great grandchildren, and numerous other relatives and many friends.
He is preceded in death by his parents Carl and Pearl Cowart, his sister Juanine Gore, and his Brother Carl Evan Cowart.
A Memorial Service will be held on Saturday December 28th 2019 at 1:30 pm At the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses, Message by Greg Merrit. 160 Pinkard Rd. Livingston, Texas 77351
Funeral Services for William Sandal “Willie” Morrison, 77, of Moscow will be held on Monday, December 23, 2019 at 11:00 a.m. in the Union Springs Missionary Baptist Church with Pastor Lesly Wilkinson officiating. Interment to follow in the Holhausen- Darby Cemetery, Moscow. Visitation will begin at 10:00 a.m. until service time.
Willie finished his earthly journey and entered his Heavenly home on Saturday, December 21, 2019. He was born on July 10, 1942 in Camden to William Jackson and Callie Angie (Rowe) Morrison. After graduating from Corrigan High School, he attended Sam Houston State University and graduated with a bachelor’s degree in Agri-business. While attempting to obtain a master’s degree, he was drafted into the United States Army. After his tenure in the military, he received an Honorable Discharge. He was a truckdriver for a number of years and also a self-employed farmer.
Willie met his soulmate, Sue Hubbard and they married on April 3, 1972. He was of the Baptist faith and a member of First Baptist Church of Moscow. In his younger years, he enjoyed performing as a rodeo clown. He was a devoted husband and an avid outdoorsman. He enjoyed hunting dove and quail. He looked forward to spending time in the South Texas brush country while his wife, Sue hunted but liked to tell everyone he was her guide. He also liked to tell people he taught Sue how to shoot so he could get a break from hunting. During his spare time, he would hang out with his buddies. He loved his family and fur baby, Ozzie with all his heart. He was a lifetime member of the Veterans of Foreign Wars and past Post Commander of Corrigan VFW Post 6521. He will be deeply missed by his friends, family, and all who knew him.
He was preceded in death by his parents, William Jackson and Callie Angie Morrison and nephews, Jason Hubbard and Justin Hubbard.
He is survived by his wife of 47 years, Sue Morrison; nephews, Hal Hubbard Jr.; Jeff Vinson, Chris Hubbard, Andy Hubbard, Jabo Hubbard, Todd Hickman and Kevin Ross; nieces, Elizabeth Boozer, Tammy Taylor, Julie Bailey, Robbie Vinson, Teri Nichols, Shelly Wilkinson, Kayla Woodrome and Teresa Bryant.
Pallbearers: Kevin Hatcher, Steve Wright, Jason Riddle, Matt Matlock, Jacob Jones, Matt Hubbard, Hal Hubbard Jr., Jerrod Nichols, Chris Hubbard, Jabo Hubbard, Jeff Vinson, Jay Clarke and Josh Clarke.
Honorary Pallbearers: Gary Hatcher, Jim Denton, Kenneth Peace, Jimmy Riddle, Hal Hubbard Sr., Billy Mac Hickman, Robert Vinson, Gary Hubbard, Donald Owens, Andy Hubbard, Todd Hickman, Kevin Ross, Chris Boozer, Terry Bryant, Lynn Tarver, Dustin Woodrome, Phillip Bailey, Buster Rowe, Milt Bradford, Jim Bradford and Robert Lantron.
Funeral Arrangements entrusted to Corrigan Funeral Home.
Toddie Battise July 24, 1958 – December 20, 2019
Funeral services for Toddie Battise, 61, of Livingston, Texas will be held at 2:00 p.m. Monday, December 23, 2019 in the Indian Village Assembly of God Church with Rev. David Busby officiating. Interment will follow in the Alabama-Coushatta Indian Reservation Cemetery. Visitation will begin at 5:00 p.m., Sunday, December 22, 2019 at the Indian Village Assembly of God Church. A full obituary will follow.
Cochran Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. Please sign our online guestbook at www.cochranfh.com.
Clint Dickerson Poncho December 20, 1966 – December 18, 2019
Funeral services for Clint Dickerson Poncho, 52, of Livingston, Texas will be held at 1:00 p.m. Sunday, December 22, 2019 in the Indian Village Assembly of God Church with Rev. David Busby officiating. Interment will follow in the Alabama-Coushatta Indian Reservation Cemetery. Visitation will begin at 5:00 p.m., Saturday, December 21, 2019 at the Indian Village Assembly of God Church.
Clint was born December 20, 1966 into the Deer Clan in Galveston, Texas, to mother, Ida Langley, and passed away December 18, 2019 in Kingwood, Texas. He was a long-standing resident of Livingston, Texas.
He is survived by his mother, Ida Langley of Livingston; wife, Yolanda Poncho of Livingston; sons, Jason Williams and wife, Toahani, Hank Poncho all of Livingston, and Shaundai Poncho and wife, Brittany of Ignacio, Colorado; sisters, Marlene Robinson and husband, Randy, Jolyn Langley, Belvia Langley, Audrea Langley all of Ignacio, Colorado, Jeanie Martinez and husband, Eddie of Tomball, Kari Cleestine of Diboll, and Kay Celestine and husband, Jeff of Diboll; brother, Jackson Langley and wife, Jennifer of Ignacio, Colorado; grandchildren, Minneah Williams, Kobey Williams, and Aiden Williams; and uncles, James Cody Poncho and wife, Christine, Marcell Poncho, Vernon Poncho and wife, Geraldine, Sydney Poncho and wife, Grace, and Adrian Poncho and wife, Verna; along with numerous other relatives, and friends.
During his life, Clint graduated from Big Sandy High in 1985, eventually attending Haskell Indian Junior College, where he has remained friends with many classmates to this day. He served in many great capacities within the Alabama-Coushatta community. He worked as the Recreation Director for 24 years and served on the Alabama-Coushatta Powwow Association as a member and Chairman for many years. He promoted economic advancement for his people across the state of Texas during his three terms on the Tribal Council and most presently, as a Public Relations Consultant for Naskila Gaming. Clint was a strong advocate for Alabama-Coushatta tribal culture and American Indian traditions as he danced in powwows across the nation, first as a Fancy Dancer and most presently, as a Southern Straight Dancer. He was currently teaching his beloved grandson, Kobey, to dance in his footsteps. He spoke his Albamu and Koasati languages fluently and was known to many as a great storyteller. His incredible sense of humor distinguished him as being one to never meet a stranger.
A devoted husband, caring father, loving grandfather, a great brother and a friend to many, Clint will be dearly missed. His words of encouragement, empowerment, and many jokes always came at the right time when it was needed.
Pallbearers: Jackson Langley, Roland Thompson, Darren Obe, Ronnie Thomas, Kirk Battise, Quana Easley, Travis Zerden, Rick Cooper
Honorary Pallbearers: Ruby Battise, Bryan Williams, Travis Crosby, Johnson Taylor, Timothy "Zonk" Langley, Nathan Williams, Obe Alec, Dale Roberts
Cochran Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. Please sign our online guestbook at www.cochranfh.com.
Jewelle Anne Middleton September 14, 1994 – December 14, 2019
Memorial services for Jewelle Anne Middleton, 25, of Spring, Texas, will be held Saturday, December 28, 2019 at 2:00 p.m. in the Union Missionary Baptist Church located at 3451 Sarra Lane in Springtown, Texas.
Jewelle was born September 14, 1994 in Jacksonville, Texas, to parents, David Michael Middleton and Julia Annette (Bobbitt) Middleton, and passed away December 14, 2019 in Livingston, Texas. She is preceded in death by her father; nana, Rosemary Middleton; Paw Paw, Lindy Middleton; and Memaw, Judy Beverly.
She is survived by her son, Zayden Middleton; mother and step-father, Julia Bobbitt Stewart and Dean; brother, Christopher Taylor and wife, Memena; brother, Micah Middleton all of The Woodlands; twin brother, Cole Middleton (missing since 2015); nephew, Tchuneecu Taylor of The Woodlands; grandfather, Sidney Bobitt Jr. and wife, Sue of Tuscola; uncle, Johnny Bobbitt of White Settlement; and great-aunts, Murlene Barber and Dianne Edwards both of White Settlement; 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.
Bea Dabney January 2, 1928 – December 17, 2019
Funeral services for Bea Dabney, 91, of Livingston, Texas, will be held Friday, December 27, 2019 at 1:00 p.m. in the First United Methodist Church in Livingston, Texas. Interment will follow in the Restland Memorial Park Cemetery in Livingston, Texas. Visitation will be held Friday, December 27, 2019, from 12:00 – 1:00 p.m., before the service, in the First United Methodist Church.
Phyllis Beauchamp Stephens Dabney passed away peacefully on December 16, 2019 with her family at her side. She was 91 years of age. Bea was born January 2, 1928 in Pineville, Louisiana to Hulet Preston Stephens and Alice Scarborough Stephens.
Mrs. Dabney is a graduate of Bolton High School in Alexandria, Louisiana, Louisiana Polytechnic Institute (now Louisiana Tech University) and Touro Infirmary in New Orleans where she completed her training as a Registered Nurse. It was while attending Touro that she met Joe Dabney, a medical student at Tulane University. They married in 1948 and soon thereafter moved to Joe’s hometown of Livingston where they together set up a medical practice that served the community for the next thirty-five years. Soon after the practice was established, she decided to take on the hardest job of all, that of full-time mom.
She was a dedicated volunteer in many capacities involving children, school, church, hospital and community. She could easily preside over a PTA meeting, a Cub Scout den meeting and work in the concession stand at a little league game, all in the same day. And she would make it all fun for everyone involved. She always looked on the bright side and lived her life with optimism, positivity, humor and lots of love.
She was preceded in death by her parents, her beloved husband, Dr. J.T. Dabney, Jr., and her sisters Margaret Stephens Burley and Hulette Stephens Shuford. She is survived by her sons and daughters-in-law Joe and Jan Dabney, Mike and Susan Dabney; grandchildren Paul Dabney, Alice Dabney Butler and husband Ken and children Anna, Avie, and Kolt Butler, and great-granddaughter, Millie Bea Butler. She is also survived by her much-loved nieces, nephews, caregivers, and many dear friends.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the First United Methodist Church or to the Alzheimer's Association.
Cochran Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. Please sign our online guestbook at www.cochranfh.com.
J.C. Chessher December 6, 1942 – December 16, 2019
Mr. J.C. Chessher, 77, of Silsbee, Texas was born December 6, 1942 in Kountz, Texas to parents, Jerome Chessher and Joanna (Bales) Chessher, and passed away December 16, 2019 in Lufkin, Texas. He is preceded in death by his parents.
He is survived by his sons, Wayne Chessher, Danny Chessher, and Earl Chessher; grandchildren, Tanzie Chessher, Caroline Chessher, Christopher Chessher, Christien Chessher, Chris Landers, and Brittany Chessher; sister, Darlene Chessher; and brothers, Richard Chessher and Kenneth Chessher; along with many other relatives and friends.
Bob Wright passed away peacefully on December 16, 2019. He is survived by his wife of 64 years, Nancy Davis Wright; his children, Karan Hamilton and Robert Wright; his grandchildren, Mark Hamilton and Rachel Hamilton; his sister, Virginia (Ginger) Baker; and a host of loving friends and church family.
Bob was born on the farm of Jesse and Edna Carlisle Wright in Polk County, Texas on March 5, 1933, the youngest of six siblings. He met Nancy Davis at school in Livingston, Texas. They dated through high school and college and wed on November 11, 1955. They would spend the next 64 years in loving devotion to one another. Bob was a graduate of Texas A&M University (Class of ’55) and a proud member of the Corp of Cadets. He enjoyed a long and successful career as VP of the Agricultural Loan Department at the former Fort Worth National Bank. Upon retirement, Bob found rewarding work serving as a Sunday School Director, heading the Church Finance Committee, and volunteering at the Mission House at University Baptist Church, Fort Worth. Bob inherited a love of ranching from his East Texas roots and enjoyed being a part of the ranching community, whether serving on the Board of the Texas Cattle Raisers Association, as a Superintendent for the TCU Collegiate Livestock Judging, as a Director of the Fort Worth Southwestern Exposition Livestock Show and Rodeo, or out on the land west of Fort Worth with his own herd of cattle.
The family of Bob Wright welcome all to a Memorial Service on Sunday, December 22, 2019, 1:00pm at the Wright Family Cemetery, located at Wright Cemetery Rd, Livingston, Texas 77351. Following the Service, there will be a Celebration of Life at Bob’s boyhood home (Mom’s House), 1122 Triple Creek Loop, Livingston, Texas 77351. Visitation will be held from 8:30 - 10:30 a.m. in the Cochran Funeral Home in Livingston, Texas.
In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations be made to benefit the University Baptist Church Children’s Ministries: 2720 Wabash Ave, Fort Worth, Texas 76109, (817) 926-3318, ubcfortworth.org/giving or the Wright Cemetery Fund: c/o WB Baker, 1017 Pate Rd, Corrigan, Texas 75939, (936) 328-7904.
Dennis James Prejean May 27, 1955 – December 16, 2019
Mr. Dennis James Prejean, 64, of Livingston, Texas was born May 27, 1955 in Houston, Texas to parents, Alcide Prejean and Dortha (Rhoden) Prejean, and passed away December 16, 2019 in Livingston, Texas. He is preceded in death by his parents; brother-in-law, Carl Coleman; and nephew, Jason Coleman.
He is survived by his sister, Lynda Coleman of Willis; brother, Dwayne Prejean and wife, Pat of Tomball; niece, Brandy Bennick and husband, Brian of Dobbin; and nephew, David Prejean of Tomball; along with many other relatives and friends.
A private memorial service will be held at a later date.
Margie Nell Williams Santiago, born April 2, 1929 in Sour Lake, Texas, passed away on December 17, 2019 in Livingston, Texas at the age of 90 years.
She is survived by her sons, Melvin Santiago, Christopher Santiago and Steven Santiago; daughter, Glenda Jones; sisters, Barbara Miller and Genevieve Anderson; Five generations of grandchildren, great grandchildren and great-great grandchildren; numerous other relatives and a host of friends. Margie is preceded in death by her parents, George & Eula Williams; sons, Dennis Morris and Carlos Santiago; sisters, Eunice Welch and Willie Cline.
A Visitation will be held from 5:00 – 7:00 PM, Thursday, December 19, 2019 at Pace Funeral Home. A Celebration of Margie’s Life will be at 10:00 AM, Friday, December 20, 2019 at Pace Funeral Home with Pastor Chris Knox Officiating.
Interment to follow at Big Sandy Cemetery, Dallardsville, Texas where she will be laid to rest alongside her grandparents, Asa P. Williams and Sarah “Angie” Hendrix Williams.
J.C. Chessher December 6, 1942 – December 16, 2019
Mr. J.C. Chessher, 77, of Silsbee, Texas was born December 6, 1942 in Kountz, Texas to parents, Jerome Chessher and Joanna (Bales) Chessher, and passed away December 16, 2019 in Lufkin, Texas. He is preceded in death by his parents.
He is survived by his sons, Wayne Chessher, Danny Chessher, and Earl Chessher; along with many other relatives and friends.
Roy Claud "Joe" Thomas Sr. October 15, 1921 – December 13, 2019 Visitation for Roy Claud "Joe" Thomas Sr., 98, of Livingston, Texas, will be held Saturday, December 21, 2019 from 12:30 - 2:00 p.m. in the Cochran Funeral Home in Livingston, Texas. A private burial will be held at a later time.
R.C. "Joe" Thomas Sr. was born in Polk County, Texas on the Thomas farm at the forks of Long King and Long Tom Creeks near Marston to Russell Flynn and Ollie Murphy Thomas. Preceded in death by his wife, Dollie; his parents; step-mother, Alma Thomas; brother, Russell Flynn Thomas; daughter, Nela Brown; and son-in-law, Michael Brown. Joe lived to be 98.
Joe graduated from Livingston High School in 1939. He enlisted in the Navy in March 1940 at the age of 18. In June of 1940, he sailed to Pearl Harbor and joined the crew of the USS Minneapolis. On maneuvers off Pearl Harbor, the "Minnie" only watched the December 7, 1941 devastation from the sea. Over the next six years, Joe earned the American Defense Ribbon and the Asiatic Pacific Ribbon. He earned fourteen stars on his Asiatic Ribbon for the battles fought at Bougainville, Coral Sea, Midway, two from Guadalcanal, Eastern Solomons, Tassafaronga, Wake Island, Gilbert Islands, Marshall Islands, Turk, Western New Guinea-Hollandia, Saipan-Guam and Western Carolines-Palau. Discharged as a Chief Petty Officer in March 1946, he served his full six years.
He returned to Livingston where he spent his working years in the building material industry. Joe managed Reuter Building Material, Red Barn Building Supply, and built and owned Thomas Supply with his son, Claud. Joe served on the board of directors of Sam Houston Electric Coop., Sam Raybun G&T and the First National Bank of Livingston. In 2013, the new hydroelectric plant on Lake Livingston honored him by naming it the R.C. Thomas Hydroelectric Plant. However, Joe considered his greatest accomplishment as living to see his children and grandchildren become successful in their own personal and professional lives.
Joe is survived by his son, Claud Thomas and wife, Candyce; grandsons, Ryan Thomas and wife, Lee Ann, Robert Brown, Russell Thomas and wife, Cynthia, Neil Thomas and wife, Amy; and grandchildren, Brian Oneal, Emma Thomas, Mason Thomas, Micah Thomas, Megan Thomas and Grace Thomas.
The family would like to express their appreciation for the nine plus years of loving care provided by Debra, Grace, Maxine, Peggy, Denise, and Pam with Kindred Hospice. You blessed his life.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Center of Hope Cancer Fund; PO Box 1973, Livingston, Texas 77351.
Caroline Marie Woolsey November 30, 1936 – November 22, 2019
Memorial services for Caroline Marie Woolsey, 72, of Livingston, Texas, will be held Saturday, December 21, 2019 at 10:00 a.m. in the Cochran Funeral Home in Livingston, Texas.
Mrs. Woolsey was born November 30, 1936 in Mullhall, Oklahoma to parents, Thomas Jasper Newton Ritter and Carmen Bessie (Hatfield) Ritter, and passed away November 22, 2019 in Livingston, Texas. She is preceded in death by her parents; and son, Tim Woolsey.
She is survived by her son, husband, Charles Woolsey of Livingston; sons, Paul Woolsey and wife, Theresa of Willis, Mark Woolsey and wife, Kay of Livingston, and Charles Woolsey Jr. of Humble; daughters, Misty Windsor of Porter, and Prudence Harper of Cleveland; sister, Katie Torrence of Bolder City, Nevada; brother, Richard Ritter of French Gulch, California; 12 grandchildren; and 13 great-grandchildren; along with many other relatives and friends.
Funeral services for Tony Pike, 54, of Livingston, Texas, will be held Sunday, December 15, 2019 at 2:00 p.m. in the Cochran Funeral Home in Livingston, Texas with Bro. Dustin Brown officiating. Interment will follow in the Magnolia Cemetery in Onalaska, Texas. Visitation will be held on Saturday, December 14, 2019 from 5:00 - 8:00 p.m. in the Cochran Funeral Home in Livingston, Texas.
Tony was born January 4, 1965 in Shreveport, Louisiana to parents, D.T. Pike and Geraldine (Hill) Pike, and passed away December 9, 2019 in Livingston, Texas. He is preceded in death by his parents, and daughter, Amy Pike.
He is survived by his wife, Peggy Pike of Livingston; son, Jacob Pike and wife, Sharee of Livingston; daughter, Samantha Dingman and husband, Gary of The Woodlands; brother, Michael Pike and wife, Tammy, brother, Daniel Pike; and grandchildren, Hannah Pike, Jaden Pike, Jacob Pike Jr., Aleczander Pike, Evayn Watts, Jasmine Dingman, Alyssa Dingman, Blake Dingman, Amber Dingman, Dayton Dingman, Austyn Dingman, Trenton Dingman, and Nick Ray; along with numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
Pallbearers: Rusty Massey, Ricky Massey, Chris Allemang, Josh Nobles, Matt Dingman, James Lyons, Blake Dingman, Zakaree King
Loritha Montgomery March 30, 1920 – December 10, 2019
Graveside services for Loritha Montgomery, 99, of Livingston, Texas, will be held Sunday, December 15, 2019 at 3:00 p.m. in the Bluff Creek Cemetery in Livingston, Texas with Rev. Peanut Glass officiating.
Mrs. Loritha Montgomery was born March 30, 1920 in Center, Texas to parents, John L. Fulsom and Nillie Mae (Sharp) Fulsom, and passed away December 10, 2019 in Livingston, Texas. She is preceded in death by her parents; husband, Bud Montgomery; daughter, Annie Mae Kolb; son-in-law, John Kolb; and sisters, Velma Reynolds and Bessie Youngblood.
She is survived by her son, Jimmy Halsted and wife, Geraldine of Livingston; 8 granddaughters; and 2 grandsons; along with numerous great-grandchildren, great-great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
Pallbearers: William Kolb, Frank Kolb, Jeff Knotts, Bobby Ray Watson, Robert Lester, Eric Henry
Grady Thomas Key, born April 1, 1940 in Cleburne, Texas, passed away on December 10, 2019 in Lufkin, Texas at the age of 79 years.
He is survived by his wife of 47 years, Virginia Key; grandchildren, Laura Velasco & husband Alex, Kimberly Robinson & husband Darrell, Matthew Putterman and Lana Putterman; great grandchildren, Mason & Nathan Robinson, Nicholas Davis, Kalei Elizabeth Velasco; sister-in-law, Lydia Key; numerous other relatives and a host of friends.
Grady is preceded in death by his parents, Grady S. & Elizabeth Key; daughter, Lisa Clay; brother, John Gary.
He was a member of Central Baptist Church in Livingston.
Grady was a veteran of the United States Air Force.
A Visitation will be held from 12:30 – 2:00 PM, Saturday, December 14, 2019 at Pace Funeral Home. A Celebration of Grady’s life will follow visitation at 2:00 PM, Saturday, December 14, 2019 at Pace Funeral Home with Pastor Melvin Cates officiating.
Interment to follow at Forest Hill Cemetery, Livingston, Texas.
Nancy Allora Smith Overstreet April 2, 1944 – December 8, 2019
A celebration of life ceremony for Nancy Allora Smith Overstreet, 75, of Dallardsville, Texas, will be held Saturday, December 14, 2019 at 1:00 p.m. in the Bethel Baptist Church located at 334 FM 1943 West in Warren, Texas with Rev. Larry Staggs and Rev. Jim Miller officiating. Interment will follow in the Big Sandy Cemetery in Dallardsville, Texas. Visitation will be held from 5:00 - 8:00 p.m. on Friday, December 13, 2019 in the Bethel Baptist Church.
Nancy, affectionately known as "Honey" to her grandsons, was born April 2, 1944, to her parents, Lonnie Owen and Allora Travis Smith, in New Orleans, Louisiana. She went home to be with her Lord on Sunday, December 8, 2019, in Humble, Texas, at the age of 75. She was married to Wilburn Gene Overstreet, her husband of 53 years. She was preceded in death by her parents; sister, Elizabeth Smith; and daughter, Rebecca Lea Overstreet.
She is survived by her husband, Wilburn of Dallardsville, Texas; daughter, Amy Miller and husband, Jim of Kingwood, Texas; grandsons, Noah, Asher, and Micah Miller; adopted son, Fidan Kllokoqi of New York City, New York; sister, Faith Guerrero and husband, Gilbert of Richmond, Texas; sister, Trudy Smith of Wylie, Texas; brother, Lonnie Wade Smith of Winnie, Texas; brother-in-law, James Overstreet and wife, Ann of Hillister, Texas; sister-in-law, Marion Overstreet LeBlanc of Austin, Texas; uncle, Ronald Travis and wife, Nikki; uncle, Vernon Travis and wife, Dot; along with many nieces, nephews, cousins, and a host of friends from around the states and the world.
Pallbearers: Kenneth Foxworth, Dudley Hasson, Bubby Nichols, Rocky Burks, Ronnie Reese, Roy Smith
Honorary Pallbearers: Noah Miller, Asher Miller, Micah Miller, Steve McEntyre
Winford Keith Bloodworth October 21, 1953- December 08, 2019
Winford Keith Bloodworth, 66 of Livingston Texas went to be with the Lord on December 08, 2019. Keith was born to the late Elizabeth Springfield Bloodworth and the late J.D. Bill Bloodworth on October 21, 1953 in Houston Texas. Keith attended Jesse H. Jones High school and then Texas A&M University where he played football for the Aggies. Keith found his true calling and passion in 1974 when he joined his local Fire Department, serving as fireman and Paramedic. Keith served the Deer Park and Pasadena Fire Departments for over 20 years. He also spent many many years serving on the Emergency Response Team at work. Keith later married the love of his life, Anita, on March 30, 1979. Keith and Anita resided in Deer Park TX where they had 3 daughters. They later moved to Livingston to retire on the lake. Keith never met a stranger and would always help a friend in need. He was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, uncle and a friend to many. Keith loved to be around people and make conversation. He enjoyed watching Aggie football, fishing, boating and just being at the lake. Keith is proceeded in death by his loving wife of 39 years, Anita Bloodworth, His mother Elizabeth & his father J.D. Bill Bloodworth. Keith leaves behind his daughter Stephanie Wells of Livingston, daughter Kelley Green of Livingston, daughter Ashley Killion and husband Ryan of Humble, brother David Bloodworth and wife Lynn of Mineral Wells, brother Wayne Bloodworth and wife Connie of New Caney, sister Michelle Lackner and husband Craig of Houston, grandchildren Hayley, Sarah, Nathan, Alexis, Kyndal, Chase, Case, Karlee, Spencer and Kambree along with numerous relatives and friends. A celebration of Keith’s life will be held at his home on Saturday December 14, 2019 at 2:00pm at 115 Jennings Lane Livingston TX. In lieu of flowers please donate to the National Fallen Firefighters Foundation or to your local Volunteer Fire Department.
Fred Hooper July 24, 1934 – December 6, 2019
Funeral services for Fred Hooper, 85, of Livingston, Texas, will be held Wednesday, December 11, 2019 at 1:00 p.m. in the Cochran Funeral Home Chapel in Livingston, Texas with Bro. Chris Borden officiating. Interment will follow in the Forest Hill Cemetery. Visitation will be held from 5:00 - 8:00 p.m. on Tuesday, December 10, 2019 in the Cochran Funeral Home in Livingston, Texas.
Mr. Hooper was born July 24, 1934 in San Augustine, Texas to parents, Edell Katon Hooper and Anna (McCauley) Hooper, and passed away December 6, 2019 in Livingston, Texas. He is preceded in death by his parents; wife, Elizabeth Ann (Hance) Hooper; son, Fredrick Lee "Rick" Hooper; great-granddaughter, Everly Wood; and brothers and sisters, Kenton Hooper, James "Buddy" S. Hooper, Ava Grace Richardson, and Adelle Mittie Dwyer.
He is survived by his daughter, Gina Dillon and husband, Rex; son, Kent Hooper and wife, Linda; grandchildren, Chris Hooper, Josh Hooper, Lauren Wood, Meghan Rogers, Ryan Dillon, Matt Dillon, Ali Dillon, Grant Hooper, Chase Hooper, and Allie McClain; sister, Jeanette Hooper; and 8 great-grandchildren; along with numerous other relatives and friends.
Tina Marie Mudd August 30, 1964 – December 1, 2019
Memorial services for Tina Marie Mudd, 55, of Onalaska, Texas, will be held Saturday, December 14, 2019 at 1:00 p.m. in the St. Joseph Catholic Church in Livingston, Texas with Fr. Tarsisius Puling, SVD officiating. Interment will follow in the Magnolia Cemetery in Onalaska, Texas.
Tina was born August 30, 1964 in Greenville, South Carolina to parents, Clifton Riley and Joyce Juanita (Banther) Riley, and passed away December 1, 2019 in Onalaska, Texas. She is preceded in death by her parents, and brother, Alan Ratcliffe.
She is survived by her husband, Michael Mudd of Onalaska, Texas; son, Robert Owen and wife, Angela of Jasper, Texas; daughter, Crystal Ann Mendoza and husband, Johnny of Rosenburg, Texas; step-daughter, Katelyn Leigh Mudd of Houston, Texas; grandchildren, Isabella Owen, Alexis Burger, and Braydon Burger; step-mother, Linda Davis of Phoenix, Arizona; brothers, Dan Ratcliffe of North Carolina and Michael Riley of Galveston, Texas; sisters, Elizabeth Fisher of Webster, Texas, Deanna Thornburg of Florida, and Pepper Riley of Phoenix, Arizona; and step-sister, Lisa Rodriquez of Phoenix, Arizona; along with numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
During her life, Tina was raised in a tumultuous family in Greenville, South Carolina, Phoenix, Arizona, Lawrence, Kansas, Pontiac, Michigan, Galveston, Texas, League City, Texas and Webster, Texas. She was married at the age of 16 and within 2 years, she had 2 children. Even though the marriage was rocky, she started out on the daunting task of raising her children without any paternal support, hardly any skills, and no resources. She struggled for years, but she made sure to hide them from her family and her children. During this time, she worked hard to improve her life and she had hoped the lives of her children. Sadly, however, a reunion was not in the cards.
Eventually, she went on with her life and began working for Johnson Space Center where she earned the respect of the entire NASA staff. In 2004, she happily married her loving husband, Michael. Together, they enjoyed success and happiness. They worked side-by-side to build the home that Tina never had.
Throughout her struggles, there was a thread that brought everything together. That thread was made of faith and courage. Tina had the courage of a lion and a strong faith in Jesus that was unshakable. She was tough, kind, gentle, and charitable. Though she had a temper, it was balanced with compassion, love, and her faith in God.
Tina was also a very private person; she hardly let people know her true self. One of the few people lucky enough for that was her husband. He will always remember her as an amazing, courageous woman. She always strived to accomplish everything she put her mind too - even when the odds were stacked against her. Tina kept that fight, that courage, that indomitable spirit until the last tick of the clock on Sunday morning, when the cancer that she fought so hard, took her final breath. Now she has finally found the peace that she deserved. She will be forever loved and missed.
James Alan Hall, born September 5, 1953 in Houston, Texas, passed away on December 7, 2019 in Livingston, Texas at the age of 66 years.
He is survived by his sons, Duaine Hall and Marshall Hall; brothers, Roy Hall, Jerry Hall and Mike Hall; sister, Rita Atkinson, Tracey Rios; numerous other relatives and a host of friends.
James is preceded in death by his parents, J.B. Hall and Mary Sanders; brother, Johnny Hall; sister, Myra Meek.
Melba Fern Spivey September 12, 1935 – December 7, 2019
Funeral services for Melba Fern Spivey, 84, of Onalaska, Texas, will be held Thursday, December 12, 2019 at 11:00 a.m. in the Pine Forest Baptist Church in Onalaska, Texas with Dr. Sean Perry officiating. A private interment will be follow. Visitation will be held from 10:00 a.m. until the service begins at 11:00 a.m. in the church.
Mrs. Spivey was born September 12, 1935 in Paris, Texas to parents, Vonnie Alton Brown and Myrtle Mae (Evans) Brown, and passed away December 7, 2019 in Houston, Texas. She is preceded in death by her parents; and brother, Donald Brown.
She is survived by her husband of 64 years, Roland Hunter Spivey of Onalaska, Texas; daughter, Sheri Spivey of Humble, Texas, son, Jeff Spivey of Onalaska, Texas; sister, Margaret Ellis of Covington, Louisiana; brother, Gairee Brown of Onalaska, Texas; and 2 adopted children, Sara Wilson and Cassie LaFountain; along with numerous other relatives and friends.
During her life, Melba was born in Paris, Texas where she met and married her husband, Roland. Their journey in life took them many places throughout Texas. Their retirement home was on Lake Livingston where they resided in Idlewilde Addition for almost 30 years.
Melba's formal education started in Paris, Texas where she received honors through high school and Paris Jr. College. Her interest in school was business and accounting. She applied that knowledge throughout her working career with major employers and in her husband's trucking business. Melba had no interest in retiring from work. She continued active employment even in to her eighties until failing health required her to stop working.
Her active life with her husband was mostly around church where she was involved with many committees, Sunday School teaching, choir and music. Melba played piano for her church for as long as anyone can remember. Her start with music began at a very young age. Her genes in music came mostly from her father who played guitar, mandolin, and violin Melba could play the piano by ear and by music. She also played the mandolin. I'm sure today she is playing a grand piano in heaven for the heavenly choir. She will be greatly missed by her entire family.
Pallbearers: Deacons of the Pine Forest Baptist Church
Glenda Joyce Campbell February 28, 1938 – December 4, 2019
Funeral services for Glenda Joyce Campbell, 81, of Livingston, Texas, will be held Monday, December 9, 2019 at 10:00 a.m. in the Cochran Funeral Home Chapel in Livingston, Texas with Bro. Gary Lawrence officiating. Interment will take place at 1:30 p.m. on Monday, December 9th in the Woods Cemetery in Burkeville, Texas. Visitation will be held from 5:00 - 8:00 p.m. on Sunday, December 8, 2019 in the Cochran Funeral Home in Livingston, Texas.
Mrs. Campbell was born February 28, 1938 in Burkeville, Texas to parents, Sam Rock Sr. and Mary (Goff) Rock, and passed away December 4, 2019 in Orange, Texas. She is preceded in death by her parents; husband, Manie Campbell; son, Marty Campbell; sister, Mary E. Rock; and brother, Sam Rock Jr.
She is survived by her daughter, Belinda Jordan of Livingston; and granddaughter, Joyce Hood and Casey Reeves of Livingston; along with numerous other relatives and friends.
Pallbearers: George Shirley, Clyde Hopson, Herman Campbell, Keith Hopson, Billy Hood, Casey Reeves
Vivian "Bunny" Frances Orr January 18, 1933 – December 3, 2019
Memorial services for Vivian "Bunny" Frances Orr, 86, of Livingston, Texas, will be held Saturday, December 7, 2019 at 4:00 p.m. in the Cochran Funeral Home Chapel in Livingston, Texas with Rec. Steve Woody officiating.
Mrs. Orr was born January 18, 1933 in Houston, Texas to parents, William Clyde Rembert and Mary Lee (Stubblefield) Rembert, and passed away December 3, 2019 in Livingston, Texas. She is preceded in death by her parents; husband, Thomas "Red" E. Orr; daughter, Rachael Melton; and sisters, Marry Ellen Barclay and Carolyn Schlosser.
She is survived by her son, Billy Hillin and wife, Cris of Burnett; daughters, Jo Beth Mathis of Shenandoah and Sherry Burks and husband, Terry of Livingston; grandchildren, Ray, Trinna, Molly, Vickie, Michelle, Tanner, Tyler, Kendra, Maci, and Mason; and sister, Joyce Senior; along with numerous other relatives and friends.
Jasper Paige Shipper September 26, 2019 – November 26, 2019
Funeral services for Jasper Paige Shipper, 2 months, of Livingston, Texas, will be held Thursday, December 5, 2019 at 11:00 a.m. in the Cochran Funeral Home Chapel in Livingston, Texas. Interment will follow in the Mt. Rose Cemetery. Visitation will be held from 10:00 a.m. until the service begins at 11:00 a.m.
Jasper was born September 26, 2019 in Livingston, Texas to parents, Devon Shipper and Kasin Nicole Wilkerson, and passed away November 26, 2019 in Fresno, Texas. He is preceded in death by his grandfather, Jason Wilkerson; great-grandfather, Benny Wilkerson; great-great-grandfather, Reggie Gillespie; great-aunt, DeeDee Abbey; and great-great-grandmother, Barbara Wilkerson.
He is survived by his mother, Kasin Wilkerson of Livingston; brothers, Bently Thompson, Jayce Thompson, and Zane Grace all of Livingston; father, Devon Shipper of Shepherd; uncles, Trevor Wilkerson of Channelview, Max Reyna of Florida, Gideon Johnson of Shepherd, and Isreal Johnson of Shepherd; aunt, Kristin Cowan of Shepherd; great-aunts, Brandi Wilkerson and Pappy Roberts of Livingston and Rachel Lyrock and husband, Shawn of Royce City; grandmothers, Vicki Williams and husband, Donald of Florida, Tish Fobbs of Houston, and Jennifer Green of Shepherd; grandfather, Jeremy Johnson of Shepherd; great-grandmother, Cyndi Wilkerson of Goodrich; and great-great-grandmother, Barbara Gillespie of Goodrich; along with numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
Graveside services for Larry Kimball, 75, of Corrigan, Texas, will be held Tuesday, December 17, 2019 at 10:00 a.m. in the Pine Grove Cemetery in Corrigan, Texas with Bro. Terrill Williams officiating.
Mr. Kimball was born July 16, 1944 in Livingston, Texas, to parents, Carroll W. Kimball and Anderene (Richards) Kimball, and passed away December 1, 2019 in Corrigan, Texas. He is preceded in death by his parents.
He is survived by his wife, Esther Kimball of Corrigan; son, Carroll L. Kimball of Baytown, Texas; daughter, Dawn Amora and husband, Carols of Sabastopol, California; step-daughters, Lyn Herman of Pine Grove, Texas, Sheryl Greer and husband, Phillip of Milam, Texas, and Susan Brown and husband, Gary of Colorado Springs, Colorado; step-son, John Bevans and Belinda Marrs of Milam, Texas; sisters, Carol Ann Pixley of Goodrich, Texas, and Martha Davis and husband, Don of Deer Park, Texas; brother, Bill Kimball and wife, Lynn of Spring, Texas; grandchildren, Matthew Kimball, Thomas Kimball, and Vision Amora; 11 additional grandchildren; and 9 great-grandchildren; along with numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Larry's name to the ALS Association, alstexas.org/donate
Honorary Pallbearers: Lester Oliver, Jimmy Fuller, David Freeman, Bill Reeves
Marnell Brown January 23, 1928 – November 29, 2019
Funeral services for Marnell Brown, 91, of Onalaska, Texas, will be held Wednesday, December 4, 2019 at 2:00 p.m. in the Cochran Funeral Home Chapel in Onalaska, Texas with Pastor Randy Findley officiating. Interment will follow in the Magnolia Cemetery in Onalaska, Texas. Visitation will be held Tuesday, December 3, 2019 from 5:00 - 8:00 p.m. in the Cochran Funeral Home in Onalaska, Texas.
Mrs. Brown was born January 23, 1928 in Onalaska, Texas, to parents, Thomas Issac Andreass and Minnie (Baker) Andreass, and passed away November 29, 2019 in Livingston, Texas. She is preceded in death by her parents; and husband, Lamar Brown.
She is survived by her son and daughter-in-law, John and Elaine Brown; grandchildren, John Brown Jr., Janell Brown, Timothy Brown, Chris Bradford, Jennifer Ray, and Charles Bradford; two great grandchildren; and one great-great grandchild; along with numerous other relatives and friends.
Nell Deaville September 3, 1951 – November 28, 2019
Funeral services for Nell Deaville, 68, of Livingston, Texas, will be held Tuesday, December 3, 2019 at 10:00 a.m. in the Cochran Funeral Home Chapel in Livingston, Texas with Rev. Brett Lester officiating. Interment will follow in the Restland Memorial Park Cemetery in Livingston, Texas. Visitation will be held Monday, December 2, 2019 from 5:00 - 8:00 p.m. in the Cochran Funeral Home.
Mrs. Deaville was born September 3, 1951 in Houston, Texas, to parents, Norman French Sr. and Virginia (Baxley) French, and passed away November 28, 2019 in Livingston, Texas. She is preceded in death by her parents; sister, Ann Munn; and brother, Norman French Jr.
She is survived by her husband, Isaac "Jr" Deaville; son and daughter-in-law, Billy and Misty Deaville; daughter and son-in-law, Kimberlee and Travis Wakefield; grandchildren, Ashley and Austin Littlejohn, Jordyn Deaville, Katelyn Deaville, Isaac and Haley Deaville, Rebecca Deaville, Patrick Deaville, Karalee Deaville, David Deaville, Logan Wakefield; and great granddaughter, Julia Littlejohn; along with numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
During her life, Nell worked for the Livingston ISD for 31 years. In her spare time, she was a member of the American Legion Auxiliary Unit 312 and helped with the Pilot Club for many years.
Pallbearers: Todd Jordan, Kevin Jordan, Justin Jordan, Larry Hensley, James Harp, Steven Harp
Patricia Marie Neels, born September 7, 1947 in Houston, Texas, passed away on November 29, 2019 in Corrigan, Texas at the age of 72 years.
She is survived by her husband, Robert Neels; sons, Curtis Wiggins and Sidney Wiggins; granddaughter, Heather Wiggins; grandsons, Joshua Wiggins & Brandon Wiggins; numerous other relatives and a host of friends.
Patricia is preceded in death by her parents, Willie & Daphine Arnold.
Graveside services for Fay Smith Bell, 89, of Livingston, Texas, will be held Monday, December 2, 2019, at 2:00 p.m. in the Oates Cemetery in Leggett, Texas.
Fay Smith Bell was born July 27, 1930 in Livingston, Texas to parents, Lexa L. Smith and Iva (Darby) Smith, and passed away November 30, 2019 in Lufkin, Texas. She is preceded in death by her parents; and husband, Joe N. Bell.
Cochran Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. Please sign our online guestbook at www.cochranfh.com.
Dan Floyd Burrows July 18, 1953 – November 27, 2019 Funeral services for Dan Floyd Burrows, 66, of Livingston, Texas, will be held Monday, December 2, 2019 at 10:00 a.m. in the Cochran Funeral Home Chapel in Livingston, Texas with Bro. Chuck McLaurin officiating. Interment will follow in the Camp Ruby Cemetery in Livingston, Texas. Visitation will be held Sunday, December 1, 2019 from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. in the Cochran Funeral Home in Livingston, Texas. Mr. Burrows was born July 18, 1953 in Houston, Texas, to parents, James Benjamin Burrows and Florene (Murphy) Burrows, and passed away November 27, 2019 in Livingston, Texas. He attended the Spartan School of Aeronautics and was certified as an Aviation Maintenance Technician, and then worked at the Livingston Airport for the last 44 years. He is preceded in death by his parents; and brother, James Burrows. He is survived by his brother, Frank Burrows; sister, LaNeigh Harkness; nieces and nephews, Sherman and Shari, Volney and Randi, Shawn and Kristy, Keith, Joshua and Sunny, Kelsey and Jason; great nieces and nephews, Cameron and Kiley, Hayden, Katherine, Amelia, Ben, Gracie, Morgan, Kendal, Keagan and Kannon, Josh, Chloe and Curtis, Findley, and Jaycee; along with numerous other relatives and friends. Pallbearers: Volney Griffin, Shawn Griffin, Sherman Burrows, Josh Burrows, Keith Howard, Jerry Murphy Cochran Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. Please sign our online guestbook at www.cochranfh.com.
Lucious Barlow
Funeral Services for Lucius Barlow will be held on Saturday, November 30, 2019, at 12:00 p.m. at Corrigan Funeral Home with Reverend Michael Hood officiating. Interment will follow in the Union Springs Cemetery in Corrigan. Visitation will begin at 10:00 a.m. until service time.
Oliver Lucius Barlow, 74, of Corrigan went to be with the Lord on Monday, November 25, 2019. Lucius was born in Chester on April 1, 1945 to the late Horace and Stella (McQueen) Barlow. Lucius graduated from the Palestine School District and started his career as a truck driver shortly after graduation, driving for more than 25 years.
Lucius is survived by his sons, Dewayne Carlisle, Lucius Carlisle, Kevin Jefferson, and Richard Mitchell; daughters, Helena Carlisle and Vickie Freeman; brothers, John T. Barlow (Linda) and Gil Barlow (Rose); sisters, Larvada Menifee and Patricia Browning (Milton) sister-in-law, Judy Barlow; 8 grandchildren; 4 great grandchildren and a host of nieces and nephews and other relatives and friends.
Lucius was preceded in death by his parents; brothers, Jerry Barlow, Leon Barlow, and Willie D. Barlow; and sister, Betty Barlow.
Pallbearers: Leroy Graham, Pedro Nava, Joe Jiménez, Horacio Vásquez, Brian Keith Celestine, and Rico Jimenez.
Services entrusted to Corrigan Funeral Home
Billy Hill June 29, 1933 – November 27, 2019
Funeral services for Billy Hill, 86, of Livingston, Texas, will be held Sunday, December 1, 2019 at 2:00 p.m. in the Cochran Funeral Home Chapel in Livingston, Texas with Gabriel Rodriguez officiating. Interment will follow in the Peebles Cemetery. Visitation will be held from 1:00 p.m. until the service begins at 2:00 p.m. on Sunday, December 1st.
Mr. Hill was born June 29, 1933 in Seven Oaks, Texas, to parents, John Amos Hill and Velma Ludie (Turner) Hill, and passed away November 27, 2019 in Livingston, Texas. He is preceded in death by his parents; wife, Lillie Hill; and brothers, Turner Hill and Donald "Dude" Wayne Hill.
He is survived by his daughter, Janetta Rodriguez and husband, Gabriel of Kingwood; sons, Billy Hill Jr. and John Kyle Hill both of Livingston; grandchildren, Kendall Meza, Janell Doiron, Jilla Clemons, Gabriel Rodrigues Jr., Carrie Hill, and Joann Dillon; great-grandchildren, Tanner Rodriguez, Abigail Meza, Dylan Clemons, Jenna Clemons, Jolee Dillon, Patrick Dillon, Jacob Dillon, Emma Dillon, Chyanne Sandel, and Cordelia Grace Hill; great-great-grandson, Aiden Sandel; brother, Aubrey Hill and wife, D'Ann of Silsbee; and sisters, Mona Rae Marsh of Livingston, and Velma Gibson and husband, Earl of Livingston; along with numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
John F. "Jack" Hausman Jr. February 20, 1925 – November 20, 2019
Memorial services for John F. "Jack" Hausman Jr., 94, of Point Blank, Texas, will be held Saturday, December 7, 2019 at 2:00 p.m. in the Cochran Funeral Home Chapel in Livingston, Texas. Military honors will be provided by VFW Post #8568.
Jack was born in Akron, Ohio on February 20, 1925 and passed away peacefully at his home in Point Blank on Wednesday, November 20, 2019. He is preceded in death by his parents, John F. Sr. and Mabel Hausman.
He is survived by his wife of 38 years, Verna "Jeanie" Hausman; daughters, Andrea Hazlitt and husband, Lonnie of Lake Jackson, Texas, Susan Nimmo and husband, Dave of Bridge City, Texas, and Betsy Vernor and husband, Johnny of West Columbia, Texas; 8 grandchildren; and 12 great-grandchildren; along with numerous other relatives and friends.
During his life, Jack proudly served his county in the United States Army during WWII in the Pacific Theater. After the military, he had a successful career at Dow Chemical in Freeport, Texas and retired after 35 years as the Superintendent of Research and Development in the Instrument Department. Upon his retirement, Jack then went to work for the Instrument Society of America as the National Technical Advisor in Raleigh, North Carolina for 12 years.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Jack's name to the St. Joseph Hospice, 2255 N. Loop 36 W., Ste. A., Conroe, Texas 77304 or to a charity of your choice.
Mary Cecilia Boone April 9, 1940 – November 25, 2019
Funeral services for Mary Cecilia Boone, 79, of Livingston, Texas, will be held Friday, November 29, 2019 at 2:00 p.m. in the Cochran Funeral Home Chapel in Livingston, Texas. Interment will follow in the Menard Chapel Cemetery. Visitation will be held from 1:00 p.m. until the service begins at 2:00 p.m. on Friday, November 29th.
Mrs. Boone was born April 9, 1940 in Houston, Texas, to parents, Wallace Ellis and Cecilia (Cox) Ellis, and passed away November 25, 2019 in Livingston, Texas. She is preceded in death by her parents; husband, Tom Earl Boone; and son, Franklin E. Boone.
She is survived by her sons, Tommy Boon Jr., Willie Boone and Sally, and Jerry Patrick Boone Sr.; daughter, Kristi Dunn; daughter-in-law, Marti Boone; 10 grandchildren; and 21 great-grandchildren; along with numerous other relatives and friends.
Pallbearers: Jeremy Boone, Keith Boone, Jerry Boone Jr., Matthew Pierce, Shane Nelson Jr., Hunter Dunn
Ginger Ellen Byrum, born January 18, 1959 in Ponca City, Oklahoma, passed away on November 1, 2019 in Purcel, Oklahoma at the age of 60 years.
She is survived by her mother, Ethel Boyd; daughters, Tamie Gajewsky & husband Dwayne, Misty Byrum; sons, Laramie Byrum & wife Shelly, Jeremy Byrum & wife Rhonda; sister, Terri Toon & husband Darrell; two special companions, Rosie and Taco; eleven grandchildren and three great grandchildren; numerous other relatives and a host of friends.
Ginger is preceded in death by her loving husband Larry of 28 years; father, David Broyles; stepmom, Dorris Broyles; brother, Jeff Broyles.
She attended the Risin Sun Cowboy Church in Trinity, Texas and she was loved by all that knew her. A Memorial service will be held at 2:00 PM, Saturday, December 7, 2019 at Risin Sun Cowboy Church in Trinity, Texas with Pastor TJ Henley officiating.
Nancy Irene Kelley September 6, 1956 – November 21, 2019
Funeral services for Nancy Irene Kelley, 63, of Livingston, Texas, will be held Saturday, November 30, 2019 at 2:00 p.m. in the Cochran Funeral Home Chapel in Livingston, Texas with Chris Knox officiating. Visitation will be held from 12:00 p.m. until the service begins at 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, November 30th.
Mrs. Kelley was born September 6, 1956 in Casper, Wyoming, to parents, Charles Bennett and Martha Tyner (Bennett), and passed away November 21, 2019 in Houston, Texas. She is preceded in death by her parents; brother, Vern Bennett; and sister-in-law, Peggy Bennett.
She is survived by her son, Chris Kelley and wife, Kasey of Livingston; daughters, Kristina Ford and Abbey Kelly both of Livingston; brother, Robert Bennett of Livingston; nephews, Vern Bennett and wife, Gina of New Caney, and Seth Bennett of Trinity; and niece, Sarah Bennett of Trinity; along with numerous grandchildren, other relatives and friends.
Mary Frances Methvin December 1, 1923 – November 20, 2019
Graveside services for Mary Frances Methvin, 95, of Livingston, Texas, will be held Saturday, November 23, 2019 at 2:00 p.m. in the Peebles Cemetery in Livingston, Texas.
Mrs. Methvin was born December 1, 1923 in Leggett, Texas, to parents, William Coleman Adams and Fannie (McCormick) Adams, and passed away November 20, 2019 in Livingston, Texas. She is preceded in death by her parents and husband.
She is survived by her son, Kenneth R. Methvin and wife, Margarite; step-son, Wayne Methvin; granddaughter, Teresa Methvin-Tanner and husband, Jeremy; and great-grandchild, Adryn Jaspersen; along with numerous other relatives and friends.
Frances Josephine Sylestine Battise April 22, 1941 – November 20, 2019
Funeral services for Frances Josephine Sylestine Battise, 78, of Livingston, Texas, will be held Sunday, November 24, 2019 at 2:00 p.m. in the Alabama-Coushatta Multi-Purpose Center in Livingston, Texas with Debra Klineman officiating. Interment will follow in the Alabama -Coushatta Visitation will be held at 5:30 p.m. on Saturday, November 23, 2019 in the Alabama-Coushatta Multi-Purpose Center.
Mrs. Battise was born April 22, 1941 in Livingston, Texas, to mother, Susanna Sylestine Duhon, and passed away November 20, 2019 in Houston, Texas. She is preceded in death by her mother; husband, Lester D. Battise Sr.; sons, Kevin Battise and Lester Battise Jr.; sister, Avie Alec; and brother, Billy Frank Sylestine.
She is survived by her daughters, Teresa Battise of Livingston, Texas, and Vicki Yellowfish, and Ricky of Oklahoma; sister, Sharon Sylestine of Livingston, Texas; grandchildren, Bruce Battise Sr. and Monae, Ricky Yellowfish Jr. and Jodi, Elyssa Yellowfish and Salvador Hernandez, Dayrah Yellowfish Elizondo and Michael, Matthew Battise, Lesli Long, Peter Seahner, Maxine Silva, and Myra Sylestine; 11 great-grandchildren; and 2 great-great-grandchildren; along with numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
Pallbearers: Bruce Battise Sr., Bruce Battise Jr., Matthew Battise, Donovan Williams, Curtis Williams, Antonio Silva, Peter Seahner, Ricky Yellowfish Jr
A special thank you from Frances' family to Texas Heart Institute at Baylor St. Luke's Medical Center and their ICU staff, and the Kindred Hospital Spring Long Term Care and their ICU staff.
Memorial services for Tobey Carol Dixon, 75, of Livingston, Texas, will be held Saturday, November 23, 2019 at 10:30 a.m. in the Cochran Funeral Home in Livingston, Texas with Ronald Fox officiating. Visitation will be held from 9:00 a.m. until the service begins at 10:30 a.m. on Saturday, November 23rd.
Mrs. Dixon was born May 2, 1944 in Houston, Texas, to parents, Roland Adam and Carol McDonald) Adam, and passed away November 19, 2019 in Livingston, Texas. She is preceded in death by her parents; husband, Donald Dixon; son, Richard Adam; daughter, Teresa Carol; and brother, PeeWee Adam.
She is survived by her daughters, Tomie Fox and husband, Ronnie of Decatur, Texas, and Teresa Montgomery and husband, Tim of Katy, Texas; sons, Robert White, Zane White of Alvarado, Texas, and Tim Dixon and wife, Lori of Livingston, Texas; brother, Robby Adam and wife, Donna of Austin, Texas; 12 grandchildren; and 9 great-grandchildren; along with numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
Daniel Allen Brown, born December 8, 1961 in Connellsville, Pennsylvania, passed away on November 20, 2019 in Houston, Texas at the age of 57 years.
He is survived by his wife of 20 years, Sandra Brown; parents, Tom & Patricia Tanner; children, Charlie Brown & wife Mandi, Kurt Brown, Jennifer Swenson & Mile Files; brothers, Dave Brown and Matt Tanner; sister, Diane Fox & husband Mike; grandchildren, Jada Williams, Wylder Brown, Taylor Painter, Bob Burt, Emily Rothlander and Elizabeth Hickman; numerous other relatives and a host of friends.
Daniel is preceded in death by his father, Kurt Brown; grandmother Laugherty.
A Visitation will be held from 1:00 – 2:00 PM, Tuesday, November 26, 2019 at Victory Gospel Church in Coldspring, Texas.
A Celebration of Daniel’s Life to follow visitation at 2:00 PM, with Pastor Tom Tanner Officiating.
Auda Bee Johnson Wood September 10, 1940 – November 18, 2019
Funeral services for Auda Bee Johnson Wood, 79, of Livingston, Texas, will be held Friday, November 22, 2019 at 2:00 p.m. in the Central Baptist Church in Livingston, Texas with Pastor Brent Stovall officiating. Interment will follow in the Ace Community Cemetery. Visitation will be held from 1:00 p.m. until the service beings at 2:00 p.m. in the Central Baptist Church.
Ring a bell, for Auda Bee Johnson Wood, who at 79, has received her wings and flown to meet her Lord. She passed away surrounded by those she loved.
Auda Bee was born on September 10, 1940 in Ace, Texas to James Gilbert and Edith Bernice Chambless Johnson, but she grew up in Lake Jackson where she went to school and, at fifteen, she married Tommy Wood and had three children: David, Malcolm, and Veronica. Auda Bee was a full-time home-maker, expertly managing all that entails: cooking, cleaning, driving, accounting, budgeting, educating, and caring for family, friends, neighbors, and a gaze of raccoons that lived in the old oak tree behind her home. She was known and loved best for her depth of patience - everything would happen in its own time.
Auda Bee was a founding member of the Lake Jackson Church of the Nazarene, where she also played the piano. She traveled on work & witness mission trips to Guatemala and Trinidad & Tobago to help those in need. At home, she collected clothes and cleaned and repaired second-hand stuffed animals for first responders to give to children in distress. Always ready with a hug, she knew well how to love and taught others by example. She showered love on all of her grandkids and was happy to give them all the best back rubs.
Auda Bee loved to travel with her family. She visited all fifty states with her husband and flew as his copilot on many adventures. After his retirement, she served with him as a volunteer dispatcher for the South Polk County Volunteer Fire Department where she was also their treasurer.
Auda Bee is preceded in death by her father, James Gilbert Johnson, her mother, Edith Bernice Campbell, her brother, Floyd Wilson, and her infant son, Malcolm Wood. She is survived by her husband, Tommy Wood, and son David Wood of Lake Jackson, TX and his children: Adam Wood and wife Hollie and their children Lorelei and Riker of Pearland, TX; Natalie Wood and partner Robert Ramirez and their children Apollo and Astala of Austin, TX; Austin Wood of Longmont, CO. She is also survived by daughter Veronica Cherry and husband Mike of Angleton, TX and their children: Beth Schaefermann and daughter Fabienne of League City, TX; Travis Cherry and wife Jonda and their children Carissa and Caden of Friendswood, TX; Master Sergeant Joseph (Joey) Cherry and wife Loni and their children Parker and Everett of Feltwell, England. Auda Bee is also survived by her siblings: Leon Johnson and his wife Nancy, Leonard Johnson and his wife Dian, Eva Jo Lanier, Glenn Campbell and his wife Julie, and sister-in-law Martha Wilson, along with numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
Pallbearers will be David Wood, Mike Cherry, Travis Cherry, Adam Wood, Austin Wood and Robert Ramirez. Honorary pallbearers will be the Joy Class of Central Baptist Church of Livingston, TX, South Polk County Volunteer Fire Department and area first responders.
Her family wishes to express sincere gratitude to Kindred Hospice for their attentive care over the past 6 months. Special thanks to her primary caregivers Rachel Clamon and Veronica Thomas.
Cochran Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. Please sign our online guestbook at www.cochranfh.com.
Cathey Sack Rocadas April 2, 1952 – November 17, 2019
Cathey Sack Rocadas, born April 2, 1952 in Omaha, Nebraska to Duane and Donna (Manchester) Sack. Cathey went to be with her Lord on November 17, 2019 at the age of 67. She is preceded in death by her husband, father, three sisters and a niece.
The Sack family moved to Livingston in the late 60's; her father had taken a long-term contract with one of the many companies participating in the construction of Lake Livingston and it's dam.
Cathey graduated from Livingston High School. After attending Angelina Jr College and SFA, her first "real" job lasting 27 years was with The Methodist Hospital in Houston, Texas. While at Methodist, Cathey met her husband, Antonio Rocadas - a Portuguese journalist stationed in Macau. They married in 1996.
Cathey returned to Livingston. She worked 15+ years at the local Walmart until, without notice, the store closed for renovations. Her life changed to full-time caregiver of her aging and strong-willed mother.
Cathey is survived by her mother, Donna Sack; and two nephews: Steven and Matthew Dodd.
Henry Wallace Parton, born December 4, 1941 in Six Mile, South Carolina, passed away on November 15, 2019 in Houston, Texas at the age of 77 years.
He is survived by his wife of 58 years, Dorothy Parton; sons, William Anthony Parton, Christopher Lyn Parton & wife Jodi; sisters, Doris Smathers, Carolyn Davis & husband Don; grandchildren, Jackson Henry Parton, Sara Elizabeth Parton; numerous other relatives and a host of friends.
Henry is preceded in death by his parents, David & Mabel Parton; four brothers and one sister.
J.D. Nevills, 73, of Onalaska, Texas was born October 5, 1946 in Little Rock, Arkansas, to parents, Willard Nevills and Annie (Huffman) Nevills, and passed away November 13, 2019 in Onalaska, Texas. He is preceded in death by his parents; sisters, Carolyn Nevills Russell and Shirley Nevills Rogers; brothers, Larry Nevills and Billy Nevills.
He is survived by his wife, Stella Nevills; daughter and son-in-law, Teresa and Rick Murphy; and brother, Ray Nevills; 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.
Lisa Ann White February 22, 1964 – November 12, 2019
Memorial services for Lisa Ann White, 55, of Onalaska, Texas, will be held Saturday, November 23, 2019 at 2:00 p.m. in the Cochran Funeral Home in Onalaska, Texas with Rev. Doyle Hodge officiating. Visitation will be held from 1:00 p.m. until the service begins at 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, November 23rd.
Lisa was born February 22, 1964 in Livingston, Texas, to parents, Charles Clinton McNiel and Edith (Fontenot) McNiel, and passed away November 12, 2019 in Livingston, Texas. She is preceded in death by her parents; son, Jerry Wayne White Jr.; and brother, Joey Eugene McNiel.
She is survived by her husband, Jerry Wayne White Sr. of Onalaska, Texas; sister, Bonnie McNiel Mayberry and husband, Jim of Broaddus, Texas; brother, Charles Foster McNiel Sr. of Onalaska, Texas; brother, Jake Neville McNiel of Moss Bluff, Louisiana; and brother, Kenneth Earl McNiel of Livingston, Texas; along with numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
Lisa loved her family, friends, and especially her dog, Buddy. She dedicated her life to loving, caring and nurturing everyone around and selflessly making sure everyone's needs were met. She was a loving mother, wife, daughter, sister, aunt, and friend who loved the Lord and was strong in her faith. She loved to spend time with her family, whether it was at one of her favorite places - the beach, or attending a get-together. Lisa will be deeply missed by all those whose lives she touched.
Larry Dale Bowman April 28, 1943 – November 11, 2019
Funeral services for Larry Dale Bowman, 76, of Livingston, Texas, will be held Saturday, November 16, 2019 at 2:00 p.m. in the Cochran Funeral Home in Livingston, Texas with Rev. Tom Owens officiating. Interment will follow in the Peebles Cemetery. Visitation will be held from 1:00 p.m. until the service begins at 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, November 16th.
Mr. Bowman was born April 28, 1943 in Berkley, California, to parents, Dale Bowman and Joan (Riskas) Bowman, and passed away November 11, 2019 in Livingston, Texas. He is preceded in death by his parents and one brother.
He is survived by his wife, JoAnn Bowman; daughters, Cynthia Babcock and husband, Roger, and Dianna Hawkins and husband, Whit; grandchildren, Chase Babcock, Jenice Babcock, Michael Patterson, Amberly Doyle, and Abigail Hawkins; great-grandchildren, Jonny Bruso, Avery Mayes, and Jacob Schoolcraft; nephew, Grant Bowman; and niece, Amber Butts; along with numerous other relatives and friends.
Pallbearers: Mike Brouse, Michael Patterson, Curtis Sibley, Roger Babcock, Whit Hawkins, Homer Fears
Clifford Thomas Jones was born in Battle Creek, Michigan on May 15, 1942 to parents, Clifford Maurice Jones and Iris Dilts Jones. Tom, as he was known, passed away on November 10, 2019 after succumbling to the effects of Parkinson’s and Dementia in Livingston, Texas. His father, mother and younger brother Richard Jones preceded him in death. He is survived by his love of his life, Glynda Jones, wife of 28 years; sister Janine Cook & Husband Michael; sons, Kevin Jones & wife Cheryl, Brian Jones & wife Yukari; granddaughters, Shelby and Syndney Jones; numerous nieces, nephews and cousins; step-daughter, Cynthia Lainer & husband Thelbert; step grandsons, Brad Clements & wife Stehani, Zachary Clements & wife Holly; step grandchildren, Kenedy, Colby, Calleb Clements, Joe and Shelby Music.
Tom retired from Dow Chemical after 33 years from working in the human resource department. He worked for HISD after retirement for 6 years, before he and Glynda built their dream home in Georgetown, Texas (Sun City). They had many good years there until the onset of Parkinson’s and moved to Livingston to be closer to family.
The family would like to thank the staff at Provident Memory Care in Livingston for all the care that was given to Tom. Also Thank you to Kindred Hospice.
Vernon Christopher Wright, born July 1, 1959 in Livingston, Texas, passed away on November 12, 2019 in Jasper, Texas at the age of 60 years.
He is survived by wife, Belinda Wright; sons, Curtis Vernon Wright & wife Candi; Brandon Christopher Wright; daughters, Sherri Lynn Lewis, Breana Nacol Cunningham; brother, Calvin Wright; grandchildren, Catilyn, Curtis Jr., Shyann, Shawn, Michael, Bonnie and Clyde; great-grandchild, Dalton Jr.; numerous other relatives and a host of friends.
Vernon is preceded in death by his parents, Vernon & Ida Wright; son, Roy Wright.
He was a General Supervisor for Tejas Underground, having worked with them for 23 years.
A Visitation will be held from 10:00 am Saturday, November 16, 2019 until the Service at Pace Funeral Home.
A Celebration of Vernon’s Life will be held, at 11:30 am also Saturday, November 16, 2019 at Pace Funeral Home with Pastor David Risinger officiating.
Funeral Services for Geraldine “Geri” Bryant, 88, of Corrigan will be held on Friday, November 15, 2019 at 2:00 p.m. in the Pine Grove Church of Christ in Corrigan with Norman Turner officiating. Interment will follow in the Pine Grove Cemetery in Corrigan. A visitation will begin at 1:00 p.m. until service time.
Geri went home to be with the Lord on Monday, November 11, 2019. She was born on February 4, 1931 in Wichita, Kansas to parents, Ralph Reimer and Elnora (Cheever) Tousley. She married her best friend, Robert L. Bryant Jr. on March 19, 1951 in Hitchcock, Texas and remained faithfully by his side until his passing in 2008. She worked for Southwestern Bell Telephone as an operator and retired after 20 years of service. Geri was a dedicated mother and grandmother first and foremost. She treasured her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren and embraced every moment with them.
Geri was a member of Pine Grove Church of Christ and a member La Marque Chapter 979, Order of the Eastern Star. She was highly skilled in sewing and crocheting and enjoyed getting together with her friends to play bridge. Geri enjoyed eating her Kit Kat bars and drinking coffee.
Mrs. Bryant is survived by her son, Ricky Bryant and wife Anna of Pasadena; daughter, Laurie Ann Cleburn of Dickinson; sister, Linda Jean Holman and husband Ron of El Paso; grandchildren, Jessica Bryant, Jennifer Bryant, Nicholas Derden, Joshua Cleburn, and Devin Cleburn; great-grandchildren, Dillion and Tyler Derden and other relatives and friends.
She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Robert L. Bryant, Jr. and granddaughter, Savhannah Cleburn.
Pallbearers: Nathan Small, Robert Small, Nicholas Derden, Joshua Cleburn, Jennifer Bryant, Jessica Bryant, and Phillip McLaine.
Honorary Pallbearer: Devin Cleburn
Services are entrusted to Corrigan Funeral Home, Inc.
Russell Placker May 12, 1966 – November 8, 2019
Funeral services for Russell Placker, 53, of Livingston, Texas, will be held Thursday, November 14, 2019 at 1:00 p.m. in the Cochran Funeral Home Chapel in Livingston, Texas with William "Peanut" Glass officiating. Interment will follow in the Bluff Creek Cemetery. Visitation will be held Wednesday, November 13, 2019 from 5:00 - 8:00 p.m. in the Cochran Funeral Home in Livingston, Texas.
Russell was born May 12, 1966 in Livingston, Texas to parents, Harry Placker and Mary (Moulder) Placker, and passed away November 8, 2019 in Corrigan, Texas. He is preceded in death by his parents; and daughter, Kassie Placker.
He is survived by his wife, Becky Placker; daughters, Bridget Placker and Lyndsey Placker and Justin Spurlock; brother, "Shot" Placker and wife, Mary Ann; and sisters, Connie Cobb and husband, John Walter, and Nyla Watson and husband, John; mother and father-in-law, Jimmy and Geraldine Halsted; sisters-in-law, Kathy Pridgen and husband, Charles Ray, Loretta Allen and husband, Robert, Vicky Watson and husband, Bobby Ray, Carla Lester and husband, Robert, and Kayla Knotts and husband, Jeff; along with numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
Russell loved and was loved. He was a husband to Becky, a dad to Kassie, Bridget, and Lyndsey. He was a brother and friend.
He loved hunting and fishing. He loved being on a dozer. Russell told Becky when he would look at the mountains and hills he would say, “Man what I could do with that.” He could see the earth moved before he ever even set a blade to it and knew exactly how it would look when he was done. There are lots of artists with paint and canvas, but the talent Russell had with a dozer was special.
He loved telling stories. By the end of most of them you might believe he was the greatest poacher there ever was.
Russell was doing what he loved until the day he went home. If a man could choose where they would be before they left this earth, Russell would not have chosen any other place.
Russell was the baby, the last of four children. He was the one that stayed home the longest. He was there until he married Becky. His greatest accomplishment was husband and father.
When Russell started dating Becky and bringing her around the house, his parents quickly realized that no one thought Russell was as cute and funny as Becky did. They knew she was the one. Everyone thought he could not have found a wife that would match him more than Becky. The Placker family laughed that Russell married all the Halsteds and that they had married Russell. He loved his extended family and loved living near them in the neighborhood.
Russell always had a funny story about Bridget and something to brag about on Lyndsey. He was proud of Bridget bossing him around and driving her golf cart. He laughed about her calling him Russell. He told about Lyndsey having a serious boyfriend when Justin came along. He loved her pecan pie, his favorite. And of course, he never got over missing his baby Kassie. When Shot was two, Connie went on the porch and cried to her Daddy that Shot needed a little brother to play with. He said that he could take care of that and nine months later Russell was born. From the time Russell came along, he was the entertainer. He teased his sisters and his brother Shot from early childhood, carrying his humor into adulthood.
A couple of years ago, he put a bunch of cigarette butts in Shot’s deer stand so Shot would think someone had been hunting in his stand. Of course, he told all the Corrigan coffee crowd before Shot arrived so they could all be in on the joke.
The night that Nyla was going to the prom, she got her fancy hairdo and filled the bath tub with bubbles to start getting ready. She felt something move in the water; she parted the bubbles to see the bottom of the tub filled with crawfish. Shot and Russell were at it again.
Russell was a talented wood worker and carpenter. He lovingly created the cedar walls in his house; while he was at home, he covered his bedroom walls in a cedar design too. He was quite the designer. He was also a good gardener; he prided himself in filling his yard with vegetables. He was a good hunter who loved it just like his Daddy, his brother, and Becky.
Russell will be missed. He was loving, caring, funny. He lived life his way, a simple life that brought him joy and fulfillment. He will be missed as a husband, father, brother, son-in-law and brother-in-law.
Godspeed Russell; tell the family hello.
Pallbearers: Robert Sullivan, John Sullivan, Jeff Knotts, Matt Hughes, Bill Young, Junior LaCaze, Joe Thinnis
Honorary Pallbearers: Andy Jones, Roy Beachum, Murry Allsbrooks, Kenneth Babbs
Cochran Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. Please sign our online guestbook at www.cochranfh.com.
Patricia Quinlan November 28, 1947 – November 8, 2019
Visitation for Patricia Quinlan, 71, of Livingston, Texas, will be held Friday, November 15, 2019 from 5:00 - 8:00 p.m. in the Cochran Funeral Home in Livingston, Texas.
Mrs. Quinlan was born November 28, 1947 in Patterson, New Jersey, to parents, Anthony DeRose and Norma (McCaffery) DeRose, and passed away November 8, 2019 in Houston, Texas. She is preceded in death by her father; brother-in-law, Charles Quinlan; and sister-in-law, Patricia DeRose. During her life, Patricia was associated with the Indian Springs Volunteer Fire Department.
She is survived by her husband, Dennis Charles Quinlan Sr. of Livingston, Texa; sons, Dennis Charles Quinlan Jr. and wife, Angela of Channelview, Texas, and Scott Quinlan and wife, Joanna of Livingston, Texas; daughter, Annette Quinlan of Livingston, Texas; mother, Norma DeRose of O'Bridge New Jersey; sister, Carol Seber and husband, Ralph of Union Beach, New Jersey; brother, Anthony DeRose Jr. of East Brunswick, New Jersey; grandchildren, Michael Quinlan and wife, Kayela, Alyssa Quinlan, Megan Mercado and husband, Kelby, Amber Cook and husband, Josh, Andrew Cromeans, and Caleb Hoot; and 7 great-grandchildren; along with numerous other relatives and friends.
Charles Ray Lyons April 26, 1928 – November 9, 2019
Mr. Charles Ray Lyons, 91, of Livingston, Texas, was born April 26, 1928 in Snyder, Texas to parents, Charlie M. Lyons and Bonnie (Ford) Lyons, and passed away November 9, 2019 in Livingston, Texas. He is preceded in death by his parents, and wife, Betty Lou Lyons. During his life, Mr. Lyons proudly served his country during WWII in the United States Navy.
He is survived by his daughter, Toni Roy and husband, Larry; son, Martin Lyons and wife, Roxie; daughter, Becki Lewis; grandchildren, Leaza Greenroad Ford, Joshua Roy and wife, Stacy, Kyle Lewis and wife, Tina, Nolan Lewis, Krystal Lewis, Adam Lyons and wife, Marka, Joseph Lyons, and Jacob Lyons; and great-grandchildren, Breana Lewis, Kamryn Lewis, Antonella Lewis, Johathan Roy, Brennon Roy, and Ella Roy; 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.
David Churchman October 24, 1957 – November 7, 2019
Funeral services for David Churchman, 62, of Livingston, Texas, will be held Tuesday, November 12, 2019 at 11:30 a.m. in the Blanchard Baptist Church in Livingston, Texas with Bro. Fred Alford officiating. Interment will follow in the Peebles Cemetery. Visitation will be held Monday, November 11, 2019 from 5:00 - 7:00 p.m. in the Cochran Funeral Home in Livingston, Texas.
David was born October 24, 1957 in Palestine, Texas, to parents, Fred J. Churchman and Mary (Berryhill) Churchman and passed away November 7, 2019 in Livingston, Texas. He is preceded in death by his father, Fred Churchman and brother, Gary Wayne Churchman.
He is survived by his wife, Teresa Churchman of Livingston, Texas; daughters, Kendall Gibbons and husband, Zach of Oak Harbor, Washington, Krystal Harwell and husband, David of Livingston, Texas and Kara Churchman of Livingston, Texas; grandchildren, Krislynn Harwell, Aubrey Gibbons, Isaac Gibbons, and Garrett Gibbons; mother, Mary Churchman of Livingston, Texas; and brother, Ralph Churchman of Livingston, Texas; along with numerous other relatives and friends.
Pallbearers: Jerry Murphy, Jesse Murphy, James Murphy, David Harwell, Junior Lacaze, Frank Burrows
Honorary Pallbearers: Brother, Ralph Churchman, Deacons of Blanchard Baptist Church
Cochran Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. Please sign our online guestbook at www.cochranfh.com.
Rosaleen Roberts
Funeral Services for Rosaleen Roberts, 18 months, of Montgomery will be held on Monday, November 11, 2019, at 12:00 p.m. in the Union Springs Missionary Baptist Church in Corrigan with Pastor Lesly Wilkinson officiating. Interment will follow in the Union Springs Cemetery in Corrigan. Visitation will be held on Sunday, November 10, 2019 from 6:00-9:00 p.m.
Rosaleen went to be with be with Jesus on Tuesday, November 5, 2019. She was born on April 13, 2018 in Lufkin to Kevin Roberts and Rocio Alonso.
She loved her mommy and daddy, tap dancing, and her dog, Abu.
She is survived by her grandparents, Angelica and Kenneth Drinning; Francisco Del Angel; and Robert Costa and Julie Roberts; sister, Macy Roberts; uncles, Daniel Del Angel, Francisco Javier Del Angel, Miguel Alonso, Jerry Roberts, Brian Roberts, and Joseph Scott; aunts, Sarah Brandt and Jennifer Roberts and numerous other relatives and friends.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Kevin Roberts and Rocio Alonso.
Services are entrusted to Corrigan Funeral Home, Inc.
Rocio Alonso
Funeral Services for Rocio Alonso, 28, of Montgomery will be held on Monday, November 11, 2019, at 12:00 p.m. in the Union Springs Missionary Baptist Church in Corrigan with Pastor Lesly Wilkinson officiating. Interment will follow in the Union Springs Cemetery in Corrigan. Visitation will be held on Sunday, November 10, 2019 from 6:00-9:00 p.m.
Rocio went home to be with the Lord on November 4, 2019, due to injuries sustained in a motor vehicle accident. Rocio was born in Lufkin on March 3, 1991 to parents, Francisco Del Angel and Angelica (Gonzales) Drinning. She attended Lufkin High School and graduated in 2010. She was a former resident of Lufkin and had recently moved to Montgomery to be closer to her mother and stepfather.
Rocio was a loving, strong, and loyal person to her family and friends and had the most beautiful smile that could light up your soul. She loved the Lord and attended Lonestar Cowboy Church in Montgomery. She loved animals, listening to music, being outdoors, and going fishing. The relationship she had with her brothers was like no other. She would be “mother hen”, when she felt it was necessary and was very protective of them all. Most of all, she loved and adored her daughter, Rosaleen; she was her world. Rocio wanted nothing more but for her to have a wonderful life. She also dearly loved the father of her child, Kevin.
Rocio is survived by her mother and stepfather, Angelica and Kenneth Drinning; father, Francisco Del Angel; brothers, Daniel Del Angel, Francisco Javier Del Angel, and Miguel Alonso and numerous other relatives and friends.
Pallbearers: Daniel Del Angel, Francisco Javier Del Angel, Miguel Alonso, Kenneth Drinning, Luciano Jimenez, Roberto Galaviz, Ismael Galaviz, and Francisco “Pancho” Del Angel.
Services are entrusted to Corrigan Funeral Home, Inc.
Joy Lee Cicotte June 30, 1962 – November 7, 2019
Ms. Joy Lee Cicotte, 57, of Coldspring, Texas was born June 30, 1962 in Wyandotte, Michigan, to parents, Wilbur Henry Leichliter and Barbara Lee (Hoffman) Leichliter, and passed away November 7, 2019 in Livingston, Texas. She is preceded in death by her parents; sister, Kimberly Spiewak; and grandson, Justin Staffeld.
She is survived by her husband, Ronald Jeffers of Coldspring, Texas; daughter, Tonya Staffeld of Dearborn, Michigan; son, Steven Cicotte of Dearborn, Michigan; sisters, Robin McKay of Taylor, Michigan, and Jill Leichliter of Howell, Michigan; brother, Billy Leichliter of Michigan; grandchildren, Lucas Staffeld, Logan Staffeld, Kimberly Staffeld, and Elliott Cicotte; and step-father, William Bart Lane of Sevierville, Tennessee; along with numerous other relatives and friends.
Graveside services for Jimmie Dan Watts, 69, of Onalaska, Texas, will be held Sunday, November 10, 2019 at 2:00 p.m. in the Magnolia Cemetery in Onalaska, Texas with Mike Hooper officiating. Military honors will be provided by VFW Post #8568.
Jimmie was born March 6, 1950 to parents, Charlie Watts Sr. and Winnie Lorene (Brinegar) Watts and passed away October 27, 2019 in Houston, Texas. He is preceded in death by his parents, and brother, Charlie Watts Jr. During his life, Jimmie proudly served his country in the United States Army during the Vietnam War
He is survived by his son, Gabriel Watts and wife, Jennifer of New Braunfels; grandsons, Landon Watts and Logan Watts both of New Braunfels; brother, Steve Watts Sr. of Onalaska; and sisters, Nancy Baker of Onalaska, and Brenda Watts-Scott of Kemah; 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.
Laura Ann Lively Martin May 18, 1924 – November 5, 2019
Memorial services for Laura Ann Lively Martin, 95, of Livingston, Texas, will be held Saturday, November 16, 2019 at 2:00 p.m. at the Escapees Care Center in Livingston, Texas.
Mrs. Martin was born May, 18, 1924 in Irving, Texas to parents, Roy Lively and Laura Belle (Randolph) Lively, and passed away November 5, 2019 in Livingston, Texas.
She is survived by her sons, John Randolph “Randy” Martin and wife, Elizabeth of Montgomery, Texas, and Brian Gene Martin of Livingston, Texas; and nieces, Marylin Sharp of Houston, Texas, and Ruth Cain of Canyon Lake, Texas; along with numerous other relatives and friends.
Laura Ann was a descendent of two pioneer families. Her grandfather, Charles A. Lively, was the first Postmaster of Irving, Texas. A high school and a street are named for the Lively families. The Randolph family was of Virginia and Huntsville, Texas. C. A. Randolph owned the first jewelry store and the first car in Huntsville.
Laura Ann moved to Huntsville, Texas and attended Demonstration School, Huntsville High School and graduated from Livingston High School where she was a “yell leader." She also attended TSCW, SHSU and graduated from Houston University as a laboratory and x-ray technician. Her first job was with Dr. Ray Black in Huntsville, Texas and then to Oakdale, Louisiana. During World War II she did research at Ft. Louis Army Post in Washington, Tacoma Washington General Hospital, Decatur Alabama Hospital, Bay City Hospital and Dr. Flowers Hospital. She was also the first lab and x-ray technician at Livingston Memorial Hospital. Laura Ann retired as a Recording Agent for Martin Insurance Agency in Livingston, Texas.
In her spare time, she served as a Cub Scout Leader for six years for her two sons. Laura Ann was an active and long-time member of Central Baptist Church. She was the Sunday school teacher in the Junior Department, Superintendent of the Junior Department and Class President of the Joy Sunday School.
She also loved her community and served in many capacities around town. Laura Ann was the City of Livingston and Polk County Civil Defense Director (and was supported by a great working staff), Safety Chairman of the Pilot Club of Livingston and President of the Pilot Club of Livingston for 20 plus years. She was extremely honored to be the first woman to be named Polk Countian of the Year 1976 (Instead of Mom of the Year) and to serve on the Livingston Memorial Hospital Board. She was also a Charter Member of Robert Rankin Chapter of Daughters of American Revolution, American Red Cross Disaster Chairman (1960 to 1985) and was asked by Col. Homer Harrison to serve as the Civil Defense Director of Texas.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in Laura Ann's name to the Escapees Care Center, 155 Care Center Drive, Livingston, Texas 77351 or to the Central Baptist Church, 503 N. East Ave., Livingston, Texas 77351.
Cochran Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. Please sign our online guestbook at www.cochranfh.com.
Guy Deming November 22, 1956 – November 3, 2019
Mr. Guy Deming, 62, of Onalaska, Texas was born November 22, 1956 in Montgomery County, Texas to father, Milton John Deming, and passed away November 3, 2019 in Onalaska, Texas. He is preceded in death by his father; and infant daughter's, Leila Rose and Liberti Rayne.
He is survived by his daughter, Masha Richoux and fiancé, Allen Reppond; sons, Hunter Deming, Jacob Heryford, Justin Heryford, and Jordan Henryford; and grandson, Jeremiah Schoepf; with another grandchild and great-grandchild on the way; along with numerous other relatives and friends.
Per Guy's wishes, he will be cremated.
Cochran Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. Please sign our online guestbook at www.cochranfh.com.
Johnny "Big John" Morse April 5, 1943 – November 3, 2019
Mr. Johnny "Big John" Morse, 76, of Onalaska, Texas was born April 5, 1943 in Baytown, Texas to parents, Richard Jackson Morse and Ola Mae (Collins) Morse, and passed away November 3, 2019 in Onalaska, Texas. He is preceded in death by his parents; 1 sister, and 1 brother. During his life, Big John proudly served his country for 20 years in the United States Air Force and went on to retire as a Master Sargent. After retirement, his favorite pastime was competing in Barbeque cook-offs.
He is survived by his wife, Lil' Mo Morse; daughters, Lynda Starbuck, Lynn Harrison and husband, Ken, and Lisa Modisette; step-daughters, Shari Smith, and Laura Carter and husband, Chris; step-son, David Welsh and wife, Crissy; sister, Joan Morse; brother, Jimmy Morse; 11 grandchildren, 4 great-grandchildren; along with numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives, friends and his many cats.
A memorial service will be held at a later date.
Cochran Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. Please sign our online guestbook at www.cochranfh.com.
Tammy Jo McCoy March 22, 1958 – November 3, 2019
Funeral services for Tammy Jo McCoy, 61, of Rye, Texas, will be held Thursday, November 7, 2019 at 2:00 p.m. in the Cochran Funeral Home Chapel in Livingston, Texas with Bro. Larry Jones officiating. Interment will follow in the Holly Grove Cemetery. Visitation will be held from 12:00 p.m. until the service begins at 2:00 p.m.
Mrs. McCoy was born March 22, 1958 in Houston, Texas to parents, Charles Gilley and Roberta (York) Gilley Hawk, and passed away November 3, 2019 in Zavalla, Texas. She is preceded in death by her father; step-father, Kenneth Hawk; sister, Robin Gilley; and brother, Dean Gilley.
She is survived by her husband, Donald McCoy of Rye; daughters, Wendy Allen and husband, Luke of Lufkin, and Donna McCoy Rye; grandchildren, Ashley Humphries, Makenzi Hon, and Alexander Puente; mother, Roberta Hawk of Zavalla; and brothers, Richard Gilley and wife, Darleen of Zavalla, and Marc Gilley Pamela of Bastrop; along with numerous other relatives and friends.
Pallbearers: Alexander Puente, Luke Allen, Johnny Metcalf, Paul Klein, Dale Reynolds, Ruben Puente
Cochran Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. Please sign our online guestbook at www.cochranfh.com.
John Edward Bell, Sr. July 4, 1941 - November 1, 2019
Memorial services for John Edward Bell, Sr., 78, of Trinity, Texas, will be held Tuesday, November 5, 2019 at 6:00 p.m. at the Onalaska First Assembly of God Church in Onalaska, Texas with Rev. Cameron Veazey officiating.
John Edward Bell was born July 4, 1941 in Bauxite, Arkansas to parents, Lacy Way Bell and Verna Ellen (Reasons) Bell and passed away November 1, 2019 in Huntsville, Texas. He is preceded in death by his parents; son John Bell, Jr.
He is survived by his wife, Patricia (Sorter) Bell; her daughters and sons-in-law, Beverly and Tracy Branstetter, Sandra and Keith Erwin; daughter-in-law, Karlene Bell; sister, Elizabeth Shipley; sister and brother-in-law, Jeanie and John Glaze and sister Berry Ramage; grandchildren, Elise Coffen and Bobby, Katelynne Bell, Lacy DeVaul and Josh, Cody Branstetter, Chad Erwin, Kyle Erwin; great-grandchildren, Bailey Coffen and Charolette Coffen along with numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
Cochran Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. Please sign our online guestbook at www.cochranfh.com.
Alice Alene Thompson September 11, 1935 - November 1, 2019
Funeral services for Alice Alene Thompson, 84, of Corrigan, Texas, will be held Monday, November 4, 2019 at 11:00 a.m. in the First Baptist Church in Corrigan, Texas with Bro. Larry Trest and Bro. Buster Grigg officiating. Interment will follow in the Pine Grove Cemetery in the Barnum Community. Visitation will be held Sunday, November 3, 2019, from 5:00 – 8:00 p.m. at the First Baptist Church in Corrigan, Texas.
Alice Alene Thompson was born September 11, 1935 in Kosoma, Oklahoma, to parents, John Henry and Goldie (Osgood) Savage, and passed away November 1, 2019 in Corrigan, Texas. She is preceded in death by her parents; husband, Billy Clyde Thompson; brothers, Eugene Savage and Raymond Savage; daughters-in-law, Carolyn Thompson and Debra Thompson
Mrs. Thompson is survived by her sons, Jimmy Thompson of Crockett, Texas, Terry Thompson and Lisa of Huntington, Texas, Marty Thompson and Suzanne of Chester, Texas; daughter, Carolyn Cowan and Jimmy of Corrigan, Texas; grandchildren; Jason and Michelle Cowan, Jeremy and Jamie Cowan, all from Chester, Texas, Ashlyn and Jeremiah Dickson of Madisonville, Texas. Cash Thompson of Crockett, Texas, Tyler Thompson of Huntington, Texas, Taylor and Justin White of Chester, Texas Charity Thompson of Haughton. Louisiana, Gator and Lindsey Thompson of Chester, Texas and Billy Thompson of Chester, Texas, (USMC); great-grandchildren, J.J. Cowan, Haley Cowan, Brianna Cowan, Anthony White, Alyssa White, Ria Tullos, Hunter Cowan, Reid Cowan, Riley Dickson, Reed Dickson, Reagan Dickson, Jaxson White; sister Pauline Johnston and David; along with numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives, and friends.
Mrs. Thompson will be escorted to her grave by pallbearers: Cash Thompson, Gator Thompson, Billy Thompson, Jeremy Cowan, Tyler Thompson and Jason Cowan.
Honorary Pallbearer: Jeremiah Dickson and Justin White.
Cochran Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. Please sign our online guestbook at www.cochranfh.com.
Jack Tyler August 4, 1940 – October 30, 2019
Funeral services for Jack Tyler, of Livingston, Texas, will be held Sunday, November 3, 2019 at 2:00 p.m. in the Cochran Funeral Home Chapel in Livingston, Texas. Interment will follow in the Forest Hill Cemetery. Visitation will be held from 12:00 p.m. until the service begins at 2:00 p.m.
Jack Tyler passed away on October 30, 2019 at the age of 79. After graduating from Rogers High School in 1959, he proudly served his country in the National Guard. From 1968 to 1993, Jack worked as a Texas DPS Trooper. He loved protecting and serving the public and made many lifelong friends as a Trooper. After Jack's retirement, not a day went by without Jack telling a story to all who would listen about his patrols with his partners, Jesse Newman, Ricky Thigpen, and A.W. Wright. Jack was proud to be part of the DPS until the day he died.
Jack is preceded in death by his parents, Roy and Mary Waltine Tyler; wife, Margaret Ann Tyler; and step-daughter, Sheri Lynn O'Neill.
He is survived by his daughter, Debra Tyler Klitsas and husband, Loren of Houston; grandchildren, Arianna Klitsas and Alexander Klitsas; step-daughter, Angela O'Neill Vickery; and grandchildren, Christopher Wiggins, Megan Vickery, and Matthew Vickery; along with numerous other relatives and friends.
Pallbearers: A.W. Wright, Ricky Thigpen, Kevin Burman, Sammy Lattner, Darwon Evans, Chris Zain.
Cochran Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. Please sign our online guestbook at www.cochranfh.com.
Travis Fredrick Murphy September 27, 1921 – October 24, 2019
Funeral services for Travis Fredrick Murphy, 98, of Livingston, Texas, will be held Monday, October 28, 2019 at 2:00 p.m. in the Cochran Funeral Home Chapel in Livingston, Texas with Bro. David Jones officiating. Interment will follow in the Peebles Cemetery. Visitation will be held from 1:00 p.m. until the service begins at 2:00 p.m.
Mr. Murphy was born in Wortham, Texas September 27, 1921, as one of nine (9) children born to James Luther Murphy and Sarah Ruthie Jones Murphy. He grew up farming and in his younger years, moved to Houston, Texas and worked as a Burner/Welder for Moser Steel for 12 Years. Travis then joined Haynes B. Ownsby Drilling in Houston in the Fairbanks Field. He later transferred to the Schwab City Field in 1970 where he retired in 1986.
Mr. Murphy is preceded in death by his parents, three sisters and two brothers.
Travis is survived by four children, Vance Murphy and Kay of Bellville, Texas, Debbie Burch and Roy of Livingston, Texas, Toby Murphy and Katrina of Livingston, Texas and Cindy Millis and Kevin of Alamosa, Colorado; two sisters, Alexia Faulkner of Plano, Texas and Atrelle White of Wortham, Texas and one brother, Donnie Murphy and Gloria of Wortham, Texas.
Papaw’s greatest joy in life was his thirteen grandchildren, Mike Murphy and Kim, Vanessa Murphy Kinney and Justin, Travis Murphy, Lance Murphy and Jessie, Jennifer Dasher, Calvin Dasher, Shea Gibson, Holly Dempsey and Beau, Natalie Lambert and Paul, Jackie Grimm and Steven, Chip Seagroves and Amanda, Sarah Berg and Tommy and Lacy Billings and Tanner; along with twenty three great-grandchildren and one great-great-grandchild. All the kids knew where Papaw’s “Candy Drawer” and “Bottled IBC Root Beers” where.
He was an avid gardener and his produce, canned jellies and jams have been enjoyed by many.
In Travis’ later years he was blessed with special nurses, Debby Mathews, her daughter, Destanie and Judy Arnold who brought him much comfort, care, joy and friendship.
The family of Travis Murphy would also like to recognize his longtime treasured friend of over fifty (50) years, Tincy Simpson, who has been considered a very special member of our family.
Pallbearers: Lance Murphy, Justin Kinney, Chip Seagroves, Mike Murphy, Tommy Berg, Tanner Billings, Ryan Gibson, Steven Grimm, Beau Dempsey, Paul Lambert
Honorary Pallbearers: Travis Murphy, Cameron Kelley, Cal Dasher
Funeral services for Frankie White, 96, of Livingston, Texas will be held Saturday, November 2, 2019 at 2:00 p.m. in the Cochran Funeral Home Chapel in Livingston, Texas with Pastor Larry Brooks officiating. Interment will follow in the St. Andrews Cemetery in Onalaska, Texas. Visitation will be held from 12:00 p.m. until the service begins at 2:00 p.m.
On April 19, 1923 a precious baby girl was born to Goldie and Frank Churchill. At an early age, Frankie accepted Christ in Onalaska, Texas. She attended and graduated from Dunbar High School. Later in life, she united with St. Luke United Methodist Church where she was a faithful and active member. She served as an Eastern Star in the Region of Texas. As time went by, she kept her faith, finished her course and has joined the angels in heaven. Her hobbies were cooking, canning, and feeding family and friends. She is preceded in death by her parents; and daughter, Thelma Jewel Gray. Frankie leaves behind to mourn three children, Willie James White (Ann), Trellis Phillips (James), Donald Ray White (Betty); and a host of grandchildren, great-grandchildren, extended family and friends.
A special thank you to The Bradford, Kathy Prescott and Veronica Thomas for the extended care, encouragement, and life given.
Pallbearers: Paul Gibson, Antoine Lockridge, Sammy Charles Garner, Junior Price, Jason Marks
Honorary Pallbearers: Willie James White, Donald Ray White, Malcom Gray, Patrick Gray, Edwin Gray
Cochran Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. Please sign our online guestbook at www.cochranfh.com.
Kenneth Blalock
Funeral Services for Kenneth Blalock, 61, of Corrigan will be held on Monday, October 28, 2019 at 2:00 p.m. in the Corrigan Funeral Home with Pastor Charlie Hodge officiating. Interment will follow in the Holhausen-Darby Cemetery in Moscow. A visitation will be held from 12-2 p.m. prior to the service.
Kenneth passed away on Friday, October 25, 2019 in Livingston, Texas. He was born in Livingston on April 17, 1958 to the late Albert and Idez (Conner) Blalock. He was a Christian by faith and graduated from Corrigan High School. He enjoyed spending time fishing at Kurth lake with Ricky Parrish and Jeff Platt. Besides fishing, capturing the beauty of nature in photography and collecting arrowhead was a passion of his as well. Kenneth looked forward to going to estate sales and antiquing with his sister Lena. He was self-employed for many years, being a “Jack of all trades” and was known to many as “Red”.
Kenneth is survived by his sister, Lena Thornton of Corrigan; niece, Shelly New of Osteen, FL; great nephew, Grayson New of Osteen, FL; companion of 30 years, Karla Bayless of Corrigan; special friends, Ricky Parrish, Randall Reinhardt, Buck Harris, David Ray, Ronnie Thompson, Jeff Platt, and Lawrence Parker and other relatives and friends.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Albert and Idez Blalock and brother, Albert Myrl Blalock.
Pallbearers: Randall Reinhardt, Ronnie Thompson, Jeff Platt, Doug Wilder, Ricky Parrish, and Lawrence Parker.
Honorary Pallbearers: David Ray and Buck Harris.
Services are entrusted to Corrigan Funeral Home, Inc.
Roberta Mae Page
Roberta Mae Page, born February 19, 1940 in Boerne, Texas, passed away on October 21, 2019 in Houston, Texas at the age of 79 years.
She is survived by her sons, Tommy Page & wife Bonnie, Jason Page; daughters, Glenda Kirsch & husband Ronald, Teresa Page & John Frazier; grandchildren, Tommy Page Jr. & wife Sarena, Erin Sigler, Randal Page, Christina Walker & husband Mike, Matthew Sigler & wife Shauna, Phillip Kirsch, Simon Goldstein & wife Simbry, Kaitlyn Kirsch; great grandchildren, Erin Gamez, Zoe Gamez, Veronica Linacero, Sedrick Goldstein and Silas Goldstein; sisters, Nell Minor and Sheila Williams; numerous other relatives and a host of friends.
Roberta is preceded in death by her husband, Hayward Page; parents, Harold and Bertha Minor; great grandson, Christian Sigler; 4 brothers and 5 sisters.
A Visitation will be held from 5:00 – 7:00 PM, Friday, October 25, 2019 at Pace Funeral Home.
A Celebration of Roberta’s Life will be at 10:00 AM, Saturday, October 26, 2019 at Pace Funeral Home with Brother Jacob Brown Officiating.
Interment to follow at Restland Memorial Park Cemetery in Livingston, Texas.
Shirley Ann Davis July 30, 1944 – October 21, 2019
Funeral services for Shirley Ann Davis, 75, of Livingston, Texas will be held Thursday, October 24, 2019 at 10:00 a.m. in the Cochran Funeral Home Chapel in Livingston, Texas with Pastor Robert Hargrave officiating. Interment will begin at 1:00 p.m., Thursday, October 24th in the Calvary Cemetery in Apple Springs, Texas. Visitation will take place in the Cochran Funeral Home in Livingston, Texas from 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. on Wednesday, October 23, 2019.
Mrs. Davis was born in Houston, Texas to parents, Lafayette Alexander and Minnie Lilly (Schelsteder) Alexander, and passed away October 21, 2019 in Livingston, Texas. She is preceded in death by her parents; husband, Marcell Davis; and brother, Lafayette "Buddy" Alexander.
She is survived by her sons, Prentice Tullos and wife, Bonnie of Splendora; John Tullos of Woodville; Jason Tullos and wife, Shelley of Livingston; and Del Tullos and wife, Delia of Lumberton; daughters, Theresa McKelroy and husband, Michael of Livingston, and Hope Wyke and husband, Lorin of Spring Branch; grandchildren, Ciara Harding and husband, Donnie, Sean Tullos, Bradley Tullos, Amber Sokolowsky and husband, Stephan, Stephen McKelroy, Victoria McKelroy, Addison Tullos, Avery Tullos, Christopher Messer, and Cordelia Messer; 2 great-granddaughters; sisters, Carolyn Green of Crosby, and Mary Walter of Houston; and brothers, Ralph Alexander of Brenham, and Ricky Alexander of Houston; along with numerous other relatives and friends.
Pallbearers: Christopher Messer, Stephen McKelroy, Bradley Tullos, Stephen Sokolowsky, Donnie Harding, Robert Norsworthy, Billy Norsworthy
Cochran Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. Please sign our online guestbook at www.cochranfh.com.
Walter William Rossow Sr. June 26, 1937 - October 15, 2019
Memorial services for Walter William Rossow Sr., 82, of Livingston, Texas, will be held Sunday, October 27, 2019 at 2:00 p.m. in the Cochran Funeral Home Chapel in Livingston, Texas with James McCauley officiating.
Mr. Rossow was born June 26, 1937 in Gonzales, Texas to parents, Henry Emil Rossow and Nettie (Voigt) Rossow, and passed away October 15, 2019 in Livingston, Texas. He is preceded in death by his parents; and brother, Henry Rossow.
He is survived by his wife, Wanda Jo Rossow of Livingston, Texas; son and daughter-in-law, Walter and Kellie Rossow Jr. of Livingston, Texas; daughter and son-in-law, Tammy and Keith Livingston of Livingston, Texas; son, T.D. Rossow of Livingston, Texas; grandchildren, Erik Rossow and wife, Amber, Britini Rossow, Jessa Rossow, Dustin Andreas and fiancé, Jessica, and Rachel Stinson and husband, Chris; 6 great-grandchildren; brother and sister-in-law, Eddie "Cotton" and Cheryl Rossow of Highlands, Texas; sister and brother-in-law, Marie and Charles Johnson of Manvel, Texas; and sister-in-law, Wanda Lou Rossow; along with numerous other relatives and friends.
A special thank you to Dr. Raymond Luna and staff, East Texas Hematology and Oncology Clinic, Kindred Hospice, and Pine Ridge Heath Care Center.
In lieu of flowers the family request donations be made to the St. Jude's Children's Research Hospital.
Cochran Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. Please sign our online guestbook at www.cochranfh.com.
Carl Terry Laird Sr. January 4, 1934 – September 22, 2019
Carl Terry Laird Sr., 85, of Onalaska, Texas was born on January 4, 1934 to parents, Asa Wheeler Laird and Zonie Blackwell Laird, and passed away September 22, 2019 in Livingston, Texas. He was preceded in death by his parents and wife, Clara Laird.
He is survived by his son, Carl Terry Laird; and daughters, Wanda Settle and Becky Walden.
Cochran Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. Please sign our online guestbook at www.cochranfh.com.
Loy E. "Putney" Moore November 19, 1938 – October 15, 2019
Funeral services for Loy E. "Putney" Moore, 80, of Livingston, Texas, will be held Saturday, October 19, 2019 at 10:30 a.m. in the First Baptist Church of Providence in Livingston, Texas with Bro. Robert Murphy and Bro. Shane Norcross officiating. Interment will follow in the Peebles Cemetery in Livingston. Visitation will be held from 5:00 - 7:00 p.m. on Friday, October 18, 2019 in the First Baptist Church of Providence.
Putney was born November 19, 1938 in Livingston, Texas to parents, Kacoska Moore and Katie Rebecca (Sheffield) Moore, and passed away October 15, 2019. He is preceded in death by his parents; sister, Avis Moffett; and brother-in-law, Luther Moffett. He is survived by his wife of 56 years, Mary Moore of Livingston; sons, David Moore and wife, Shelly, and Mark Moore and wife, Janan all of Livingston; daughter, Lisa Perry and husband, Jeremy of Douglass; grandchildren, Emily Moore Hopson and husband, Cody, Blake Moore, Ryan Brown, Kelsey Brown, Melanie Moore, Lindsey Moore, Ashley Moore, Bryce McLeod, Katie Perry, and Caroline Perry; great-grandson, Lane Hopson; and brother, James "Turk" Moore and wife, Jolene of Livingston; along with numerous other relatives and friends including special care givers Penny Hudsbeth, Theresa Morgan, and Betty Wright.
Putney moved to the Providence community at 3 weeks of age in a horse drawn wagon. He grew up in the pea patch playing in the fields with his brother Turk. He graduated from High School and began working in Houston for Tennassee Gas. In July of 1958 he began a two year station for the Army at Fort Lewis in Washington State. Upon returning home he went to work for the Highway Department soon going to work for Shell Oil working with W.A. Cook and Peyton Walters on a land surveying crew. From 1962 to 1967 he went to work for Polk County Motor Company where Mr. B.C. Lively would become his mentor in the car business. In 1963 he married the love of his life, Mary Jacobs, and began growing his family of three children. A career change into logging and soon owning a catfish restaurant below the dam was next on his entreprenurial track. This restaurant was sold to Rusty and June Hughes and moved to Highway 59 in Goodrich. Putney then started his own car business on Highway 146, Moore Motor Company. He was the buyer, seller, and the note toter for many customers in the greater Livingston area. Later the business was moved to Highway 59 where he continued to selling cars. In 1984 he became the owner of Moore Chrysler venturing into the new car business. In 1986 the opportunity presented itself to sell the Chrysler dealership and return to his passion of selling cars to the community of Livingston through an independent dealership, thus Moore Auto Sales was established in 1988. At that time his oldest son, David. joined him making it a family business. The location was on Church Street across from the current Cedar Grove Elementary campus. In 1994 Moore Auto Sales moved to the current location across from Wal-Mart where Mr. Moore was the owner and operator along with both son’s, David and Mark. Mr. Moore’s career also ventured into the commercial and residential real estate business and operations of Bar M Ranch.
Putney was a past director of First State Bank of Livingston and a lifelong member of First Baptist Church of Providence where he served faithfully.
In lieu of flowers the family has requested donations be made to the Parkinson's Foundation.
Pallbearers: Bryce McLeod, Blake Moore, Ryan Brown, Cody Hopson, Hunter Duff, Tre' Page, Josh Moore
Cochran Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. Please sign our online guestbook at www.cochranfh.com.
Rudolph Claude Kuntze-Cockburn
Mass of Christian burial for Rudolph Claude Kauntze-Cockburn, 86, of Corrigan will be held on Saturday, October 19, 2019 at 11:00 a.m. in the Corrigan Funeral Home with Father Alessio officiating. Interment to follow in the Union Springs Cemetery in Corrigan. A rosary and visitation will be held on Friday, October 18, 2019 beginning at 6:00 p.m.
Rudolph Kauntze-Cockburn went to be with God in his Heavenly home on October 14, 2019 with his wife, Colleen by his side. Rudy was born on January 13, 1933 in Mhow, India to the late Edward and Carolyn (Boardman) Kauntze-Cockburn. He moved to London, England in 1950 and served in the British Royal Airforce for 3 years. He met the love of his life, Colleen Soord at a New Year’s Eve Dance. They fell in love and married on August 20, 1955. They later moved to Corrigan in 1981, where they made their home. He worked at Livingston ISD as a paraprofessional and bus driver. Rudy was also a member of the Knights of Columbus. He was a professional obedience dog trainer and took pride in training them.
Rudy was a Catholic by faith. He attended St. Joseph Catholic Church in Livingston and served as a deacon for many years. He served as a chaplain at the TDCJ Rufus H. Duncan Unit and the Management and Training Corporation Private Prison, both in Diboll and the TDCJ Huntsville Unit. In his younger years, Rudy enjoyed riding his motorcycle. Rudy was very outgoing and never met a stranger. His memory will live on in the hearts and minds of those who knew him.
Rudy is survived by his wife of 64 years, Colleen Kauntze-Cockburn of Corrigan; sons, Rory Kauntze-Cockburn of San Marcus; Clinton Kauntze-Cockburn of Phonix, AZ; Jason Kauntze-Cockburn of Austin; daughter, Helen Raez and husband Gregory of Katy; brothers-in-law, Tony Soord and wife Lillian of Spring; and Maurice Soord and wife Jean of Orkney Islands; sister-in-law, Norine McGoldrick of London, England; nephew, Marcus Suitor of London, England; niece, Lesley Ann Suitor of Montana; special friends, John Miller of Opelousas, LA and Gene and Louise Scarberry of Trafford, PA and other relatives and friends who will miss him greatly.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Edward and Carolyn Kauntze-Coburn; grandson, Joseph Kauntze-Cockburn; and brother-in-law, W. D. Soord.
Services are entrusted to Corrigan Funeral Home.
Charles B. Cockrell
Funeral Services for Charles B. Cockrell, 72, of Pasadena, Texas will be held on Friday, October 18, 2019 at 11:00 am, South Main Baptist Church in Pasadena, Texas. Interment will follow in the Union Springs Cemetery, Corrigan, Texas. A visitation will be held from 9:30-11:00 am prior to the service.
Mr. Cockrell went home to be with the Lord on Sunday, October 13, 2019. Charles was born in Camden, Texas on July 21, 1947 to the late John Benjamin and Valley LaRue (Crecelius) Cockrell. He was a Christian by faith and a longtime member of South Main Baptist Church in Pasadena. He was a pipefitter for many years for Pipefitter Local Union 211 and retired in 2003. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, and spending time at his place in Corrigan. Charles proudly served his country in the United States Army.
Charles is survived by his sons, Benjamin Wood Cockrell and wife Jessica of Wharton; Casey Lynn Cockrell and wife Tasha of Tyler; brother, Dan Cockrell and wife Nancy of Huffman; sister, Meleissa Creel and husband Michael of Deer Park; grandchildren, Duncan Benjamin Cockrell, Claire Elizabeth Cockrell, and Kate Elyse Cockrell and other relatives and friends.
He was preceded in death by his parents, John Benjamin and Valley LaRue Cockrell; and wife, Sari Lynn Cockrell.
Services are entrusted to Corrigan Funeral Home, Inc.
Carmen Michele Bolton
Carmen Michele Bolton, born October 14, 1963 in Houston, Texas, passed away on October 14, 2019 in Kingwood, Texas at the age of 56 years.
She is survived by her husband, Irby Bolton; sons, David Smith & wife Amber, Dale Bolton; brothers, Roy Smith & wife Angel, Leonard Smith & wife Tammy; sister, Betty Black & husband Kevin; grandchildren, Felicity Smith and Kassidy Smith; numerous other relatives and a host of friends.
Carmen is preceded in death by her mother, Carmen Smith.
A Visitation will be held from 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM, Thursday, October 17, 2019 at Pace Funeral Home.
A Celebration of Carmen’s Life to follow at 12:00 PM also at Pace Funeral Home.
J. Leah Berlin December 10, 1939 – October 10, 2019
J. Leah Nile Berlin, aka Culp for 37 years, died of complications from a long standing aneurysm at age almost 80 on October 9, 2019. Leah and her siblings spend their youth in the Ohio River Valley, the children of R. Hugh Nile, Sr. (1935), member of the Scottish Rite Shriners and the Ohio Ceramic Engineers, and Rhea Thompson Miller, past worthy matron of Order of the Eastern Star and president of Ohio Valley Industrial Nurses Association. Leah was the youngest student at Ohio Valley Business College when she was just 10. She earned union wages decorating hotel porcelain for Sterling China from ages 16-21 while graduating 2nd in her class from Wellsville High. She matriculated to Mt. Union College where she worked for Hon. William Lincoln Hart, Chief Justice of Ohio State Supreme Court. Mrs. Berlin was an officer of the following organizations during a long career of civic service: • Captain Wilkes PTA on Bainbridge Island, WA (President) • Jay-C-ettes Glen Burnie, MD (President) • American Association of University Women, Livingston, TX (President) • Municipal Judge’s section of the State Bar of TX (Chair) • Episcopal Church Women Alvin, TX AAUW (secretary) Leah was food editor and columnist for ten years for Annapolis’ Maryland Gazette, the oldest continuously published paper in the US (1727). She was a longstanding member of Alpha Xi Delta fraternity. She was a Girl Scout Leader for 2 years and a Camp Fire Girls Leader form 1974-1980 during which time she backpacked 200 miles White Water canoed 150 miles and group camped 50 nights with her 22 Camp Fire Girls. She is certified to teach public school in OH, MS, MI, MD, WA, OR, and CA and TX and certified to teach English, Business, Health, and Home Economics in TX Public Schools. Leah earned her juries doctorate from Baltimore School of Law (1982), gaining licensure I n TX state, Federal Courts and the US Supreme Court. Mrs. Berlin practiced law from 1983 until 2000, including founding her own firm until she retired to return to public school teaching. Leah and her cousin Jacqueline Kennedy Summerland were certified as Olympic Judges in Canoeing. Leah is predeceased by her husband Msgt. Ret. George E. Berlin, his daughter Rebecca Berlin, Becky’s son Michael, Leah’s cousin Jacque, sister Gretchen Nile Baldwin, Gretchen’s son David, and a beloved brother in law George E. Culp. She is survived by her twin sister J. Rhea Nile Brown, her brother R. Hugh Nile, Jr. and her daughters and their families; Dr. Wendy Blount, Russ von Allmen, Diana Culp, and Karen and Tim Burleson, and Cathy and Nolan Johnson. Leah will be greatly missed by her nieces and nephews, Gretchen, Aaron, Amber, Alexis, Jeaux and Douglas and her first two grandchildren Jake and Rae Harris who were included in her in her canoe and trail adventures. Jake and Rae are married to Ashley Wood and Sage Lovell. Leah’s grandchildren include Savannah Bartley, Cody Weicht, great granddaughters Camie Bartley, Aubrey Harris, Laila, Ava and Kenzie Stewart as well as great nephews and nieces. In lieu of flowers donations may be sent to the R. Hugh Nile Library Memorial Fund, Mt. Union Univ
Cochran Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. Please sign our online guestbook at www.cochranfh.com.
Donald Wayne "Dude" Hill September 13, 1931 – October 10, 2019
Funeral services for Donald Wayne “Dude” Hill, 75, of Livingston, Texas, will be held Sunday, October 13, 2019 at 2:00 p.m. in the Cochran Funeral Home Chapel in Livingston, Texas with Bro. Kirby Hill and Dr. James Frazier officiating. Interment will follow in the Rice Cemetery. Visitation will be held from 12:30 p.m. until the service begins at 2:00 p.m.
Donald Wayne “Dude” Hill, 75, went to be with the Lord, surrounded by his loving family on October 10, 2019.
Donald, known affectionately by most as Dude, was born on December 12, 1943 in New Willard, Texas and passed away on October 10, 2019 in Livingston, Texas. Dude is preceded in death by his parents John Amos and Ludie Hill and brother Turner Hill.
Dude is survived by his high school sweetheart and wife of 51 years, Ann Hawkins Hill; daughter and son-in law- Amy and Chris Mullins of Lufkin, son and daughter-in law, Chad and Mary Hill of Livingston; grandchildren Morgan Mullins, of Houston, Mason Mullins of Lufkin, Zane Hill of Denton, and Maci Grace Hill of Livingston. The grandchildren adored their Papa Dude and they were the light of his life. Other survivors include brother, Billy Hill of Livingston; brother, Aubrey Hill and wife, D’Ann of Silsbee; sister, Mona Rae Marsh of Livingston; and sister, Velma Gibson and husband, Earl of Livingston. Dude is also survived by numerous nieces and nephews, as well as many close friends.
Donald grew up in the New Willard community just north of Livingston. As a little boy, he would follow the carpenters around as they were building and pick up the scraps and wooden blocks to play with. The carpenters gave him the nickname “Dude.”
Dude graduated from Livingston High School in 1963 where he played on the Lions Football team and was named All-School Favorite. It was during this time that he met the love of his life, Ann. They were married on November 24, 1967 at the First United Methodist Church in Livingston.
Dude served his country for six years in the US Army Reserves. He enjoyed the simple things in life. He loved to deer hunt and be outdoors. He enjoyed feeding and watching wildlife, especially the raccoons that lived in their neighborhood who eagerly waited for him to feed them each evening. Dude loved spending time with family and friends and cherished visits from his grandchildren.
Dude was a kind and gentle soul. He was quick to love and slow to anger. He was friendly, and he never met a stranger. He was tender-hearted and would never turn his back on anyone who needed help. He was funny, quick-witted and could tell a joke or story better than anyone. Dude lived a positive life and always found a way to shed a positive light on any situation. He found joy in the little blessings in life and he will be remembered as a loving husband, father, Papa Dude and friend.
Pallbearers will be Scott Hargraves, Don Hawkins, Jimmy Hawkins, Zane Hill, Ronnie Huett, Bernard Kuzniarek, Chris Mullins, Mason Mullins. Honorary pallbearers will be Gene Bush, Brad Edmonds, Clarke Evans, Clarence Floyd, Otto Hawkins Jr., Don Marsh, Don Eric Marsh, Mark Marsh, Willie Mayes, Ben Royden Ogletree, Johnathan Ogletree, Marcus Walker, and Robert McLaurin.
In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to First United Methodist Church of Livingston, Helping Hands, Livingston High School Alumni Association, or the Rice Cemetery Association.
Cochran Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. Please sign our online guestbook at www.cochranfh.com.
Kenneth Hubert Knebel September 13, 1931 – October 10, 2019
Funeral services for Kenneth Hubert Knebel, 88, of Livingston, Texas, will be held Sunday, October 13, 2019 at 4:30 p.m. in the Cochran Funeral Home Chapel in Livingston, Texas with Robert Murphy officiating. Interment will follow in the Holly Grove Cemetery in Livingston, Texas. Visitation will be held Saturday, October 12, 2019 from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m. in Cochran Funeral Home in Livingston, Texas.
Mr. Knebel was born in Round Top, Texas, to parents, Willie Knebel and Ella (Weber) Knebel, and passed away October 10, 2019 in Livingston, Texas. He is preceded in death by his parents; wife, Dorothy Abilene Knebel; son, Travis Alan Knebel; grandson, Jarrod Bonnell Knebel; and numerous aunts and uncles. He is survived by his son; Walter Knebel and wife, Joanie of Livingston, Texas; grandsons, Brandon Knebel and fiance, Trish, Bradley Knebel, and Stephen Knebel all of Livingston, Texas; sister, Doris Andrew of Broken Bow, Oklahoma; special niece, Winona Topsy Horton; special nephew, Charles Richardson; and special friends, Thelma Banks and Shelly Campbell; along with numerous nieces, nephews other relatives and close friends.
Pallbearers: Brandon Knebel, Rodney Rhodes, Brad Williams, Jeremy Richardson, Charlie Richardson, Ben Baldwin, Dr. Raymond Luna
Honorary Pallbearers: Charles Richardson, Raymond Rhodes, Jimmy Griffin, O.A. Cain, Buddy Edge, Burt Andrew, Curtis Andrew, Doug Andrew
Cochran Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. Please sign our online guestbook at www.cochranfh.com.
William "Bo" Forrest King III May 26, 1975 – October 7, 2019
Memorial services for William "Bo" Forrest King III, 44, of Livingston, Texas, will be held on Thursday, October 10, 2019, at 5:00 p.m. at the Choates Creek Ranch located at 299 Hornet's Nest in Livingston, Texas with Wayne Bland officiating.
Bo was born May 26, 1975 in Houston, Texas to parents, William Forrest King II and Carolyn (Wotipka) King, and passed away October 7, 2019 in Livingston, Texas.
He is survived by his wife, Kim King of Livingston; son, Andrew King of Livingston; step-daughter, Hailee Vickery of Livingston; step-sons, Caden Vickery, Mathew Deplois, and Zack Snook all of Livingston; parents, Carolyn and William F. King II of Dallas; brother, Brian King and Sabrina Dunham of Dallas; and niece, Kaitland Dunham of Dallas; 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.
Rebecca Ann Clarke Isaac November 9, 1934 – October 8, 2019
Funeral services for Rebecca Ann Clarke Isaac, 84, of Livingston, Texas, will be held Friday, October 11, 2019 at 10:00 a.m. in the Cochran Funeral Home Chapel in Livingston, Texas with Rev. Harold Isaacs officiating. Interment will follow in the Forest Hill Cemetery in Livingston, Texas. Visitation will be held Thursday, October 10, 2019 from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m. in Cochran Funeral Home in Livingston, Texas.
Mrs. Isaac was born November 9, 1934 in Livingston, Texas, to parents, J.L. Clarke and Meadie L. (Swilley) Clarke, and passed away October 8, 2019 in Livingston, Texas. She is preceded in death by her parents; husband, James Marvin Isaac; son, James M. Isaac Jr.; granddaughter, Lisa Marie Ringo; brothers, Jimmy Clarke and J.L. Clarke Jr.; and sisters, Waurine Peters, Jewel Denton, Elizabeth Dorris, Beatrice Mitchamore, and Billie Jane Clarke. During her life, she was known as Becky by most everyone. Her husband called her “Sug," but she will always be “Mom” to her children and “Memaw” to her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She dedicated her entire life to her husband and family.
Becky grew up in Livingston, Texas. She married the love of her life in 1952 and together they started a wonderful path to raising their family in Houston. They later returned to Livingston where she continued to devote her time to family. She enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren painting ceramic projects, keeping up with their sports and school activities and taking them on summer vacations. Her most favorite pastime for herself was crocheting and going to the casino to play the slots. She was always looking to win the big jackpot! She was a wonderful wife, mother and grandmother who will be greatly missed.
She is survived by her daughters, Debbie Cooper and fiancé, Jim Eaves; Kathy Ringo and husband, Richard; Rhonda Cox and husband, Randy; grandchildren, James Ringo and wife, Brittany, Crystal Wells, Ashley Ojeda and husband, Marcus, Brittany Taylor and husband, Tommy; and great-grandchildren, Brayden Vickery, Jayden Vickery, Riley Taylor, Kenzley Taylor, Savannah Ringo, and Charlotte Ringo; along with numerous other relatives and friends.
Pallbearers: James Ringo, Ricky Peters, Danny Wright, James Lee Clarke, Patrick Swilley, Scott Houston, Bobbie Peters
Honorary Pallbearers: Mike Brock, Eddie Martin
Cochran Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. Please sign our online guestbook at www.cochranfh.com.
Charles (Rick) Conley
Charles (Rick) Conley, born January 31, 1966 in Kansas City, Kansas, passed away on October 5, 2019 in Houston, Texas at the age of 53 years.
He is survived by his son, Evan Conley & significant other Hailey Tabor; daughter, Ashley Conley & significant other Cade Henderson; sisters, Teresa Shade, Melinda Rios & husband Arturo; grandson, Mikey Thorton; uncle, Gilbert Baird; aunt, Avis Duncan; numerous other relatives and a host of friends.
Rick is preceded in death by his father, Ernest Conley; mother, Boniveve Field & step-father Nick.
A Visitation will be held from 5:00 – 8:00 PM, Friday, October 11, 2019 at Pace Funeral Home.
A Celebration of Rick’s Life will be at 2:00 PM, Saturday, October 12, 2019 at Pace Funeral Home with Pastors, Charlie Dean and Chris Knox Officiating.
Interment to follow at Magnolia Hill Cemetery, Segno, Texas.
Henry T. Howard February 7, 1954 – October 2, 2019
Funeral services for Henry T. Howard, 65, of Marshall, Texas, will be held on Saturday, October 12, 2019, at 4:00 p.m. in the Cochran Funeral Home Chapel in Livingston, Texas with Pastor Charles Horton and Minister Rance Cole officiating. Visitation will be held from 10:00 a.m. until the service begins at 4:00 p.m. on Saturday, October 12th. Interment will take place at 10:00 a.m. on Sunday, October 13, 2019 in the Antioch Vine Cemetery in Pelican, Louisiana.
Howard was born February 7, 1954 in Shreveport, Louisiana to parents, George Joyce and Everlena Howard, and passed away October 2, 2019 in Tyler, Texas. He is preceded in death by his mother.
He is survived by his wife, Tarita Howard; daughters, Kamika Wilson, Demetris Jackson and husband, Fred, Debra Taylor and husband, Robert, and Katilla Howard; sons, Fredrick Taylor and wife, Theresa, Kenkashia Ware, Bardricke Ware and wife, Paula, Korry Howard, Adrian Edmond, and Devonte' Edmond and wife, Ashley; father, George Joyce and wife, Alma; brothers, Robert Rock and wife, Jacqueline, J.T. Joyce, Mark Joyce, Ronnie Church, Theo Tedlock, and Raymond McDonald; sisters, Elizabeth Howard, Linda Howard, Deborah Bruce, Jennifer Moore and husband, Columbus, Wanda Wiley and husband, James, Alice Joyce, Gladys Joyce, and Rose Wills; along with numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
Pallbearers: Noe Gonzalez, Clyde Harden, Mickey Holbrook, Titus Jones, Eric Sneed and Willie Vestal
Honorary Pallbearers: Alvin Bruce, Jr., Fred Jackson, Columbus Moore, Robert Rock, Robert Taylor and James Wiley
Cochran Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. Please sign our online guestbook at www.cochranfh.com.
Bill Wood April 10, 1948 – October 5, 2019
Funeral services for Bill Wood, 71, of Onalaska, Texas, will be held on Wednesday, October 9, 2019, at 10:00 a.m. in the Cochran Funeral Home Chapel in Onalaska, Texas with Rev. Steve Waldrep officiating. Military honors will be provided by VFW Post #8568. Interment will follow at 2:30 p.m. on Wednesday, October 9th, in the Whitehead Cemetery in Grapeland, Texas. Visitation will be held from 5:00 - 8:00 p.m. on Tuesday, October 8, 2019 in the Cochran Funeral Home in Onalaska, Texas.
Mr. Wood was born April 10, 1948 in Houston, Texas to parents, Oscar T. Wood and Ruth (Kelly) Wood, and passed away October 5, 2019 in Onalaska, Texas. He is preceded in death by his parents.
He is survived by his wife, Judy Wood; daughters, Lisa McCain and husband, Daniel, and Gina Crunk; sons, Nicholas Wood, Carey Clark, and Sean McGilvary and wife, Serena; grandchildren, Heather Wood, Hadden Clark, Conner Clark, Bryan Crunk, Peyton Clark, Grayson Clark, Jacob McCain, and Haylee Furlow; great-grandchildren, Korben Potts, Kira Palermo, and Ellie Wood; brother, Ricky Wood and wife, Debbie; and nephew, Terry Wood; along with numerous other relatives and friends.
Pallbearers: Carey Clark, Daniel McCain, Jacob McCain, George Ibison, Hadden Clark, Conner Clark, Jeff Upchurch
Cochran Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. Please sign our online guestbook at www.cochranfh.com.
Andrew Trahan Jr. October 2, 1952 - September 30, 2019
Memorial graveside services for Andrew Trahan Jr., 65, of Livingston, Texas, will be held Saturday, October 5, 2019 at 2:00 p.m. in the Burch Family Cemetery located at 946 Towns Cemetery Road, Livingston, Texas 77351.
Mr. Trahan was born October 2, 1953 in Orange, Texas to parents, Andrew Trahan Sr. and Bertha (Constatine) Trahan, and passed away September 30, 2019 in Livingston, Texas. He is preceded in death by his parents; and sister, Andrea Raye Trahan.
He is survived by his daughter, Andrea Trahan; granddaughter, Darlene Wertz; grandson, Isaac Trahan; sister and brother-in-law, June and Paul Burch; sister, Jeanette Hoffpauir; brother and sister-in-law, James and Lydia Trahan; and numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
Mr. Trahan was very close to all the residents and staff at The Bradford at Brookside Nursing Home.
Cochran Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. Please sign our online guestbook at www.cochranfh.com.
Shirell Ray Phillips January 31, 1958 – September 28, 2019
Memorial services for Shirell Ray Phillips, 61, of Shepherd, Texas, will be held on Saturday, October 12, 2019, at 11:00 a.m. in the Shiloh Missionary Baptist Church located at 30 Shiloh Church Rd., Shepherd, Texas with Pastor Joe Scott officiating.
Ray was born January 31, 1958 in Houston, Texas to parents, Shirll Ray Phillips and Elizabeth Ann Asher, and passed away September 28, 2019 in Shepherd, Texas. He is preceded in death by his parents.
He is survived by his wife, Shelina Baines of Shepherd, Texas; daughters, Julie Donnelly and husband, Ernest of Crosby, Texas, Gina Caruthers and husband, William of Shepherd, Texas, Lisa Phillips of LaPorte, Texas; and Chey Chey Phillips of Shepherd, Texas; sons, Shirll Phillips and wife, Leah of Spring Hill, Florida, Roshawn Baines and wife, Michelle of Kingwood, Texas, and Kelzin Baines of Shepherd, Texas; 17 grandchildren; brother, Robert Phillips of Livingston, Texas; and special friends, Carmen Phillips of Highlands, Texas, Beverly Donnelly of Crosby, Texas, Candy and Charles LaCombe of Richmond, Texas, Vivian and Earl Brown of Shepherd, Texas, and Rose and Winford Hornsby of Houston, 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.
Zane William Cash May 3, 1937 – October 1, 2019
Memorial services for Zane William Cash, 82, of Onalaska, Texas, will be held on Sunday, October 6, 2019, at 1:00 p.m. in the Northwoods Presbyterian Church located at 3320 Cypress Creek Pkwy, Houston, Texas. Military honors will be provided by the United States Army.
Mr. Cash was born May 3, 1937 in Buena Vista, Virginia to parents, William Alfonso Cash and Mary Catherine (Lynn) Cash, and passed away October 1, 2019 in Onalaska, Texas. He is preceded in death by his parents; and sister, Shelly Hull. During his life, Zane honorably served his country in the U.S. Army during the Korean War.
He is survived by his wife, Nellie Cash of Onalaska, Texas; daughters, Melissa Garner and husband, Ron of Spring, Texas, Sherry Cash of Onalaska, Texas, and Kimberly Dubcak and husband, Jimmie of Humble, Texas; grandchildren, Chris Cash, Whitney Dubois, Jordan Byers, Sydney Rexrode, Austin Byers, and Tyree Hall; 8 great-grandchildren; and sister, Kathy Kirby of Buena Vista, Virginia; along with numerous other relatives and friends.
In lieu of flowers, please send donations to: Camp Hope of Houston, 9724 Derrington Rd., Houston, TX 77064 (ptsdusa.org)
Cochran Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. Please sign our online guestbook at www.cochranfh.com.
Charles Melvin Hill May 1, 1946 – September 30, 2019
Memorial services for Charles Melvin Hill, 73, of Livingston, Texas, will be held on Thursday, October 10, 2019 at 2:00 p.m. in the Timberwood Nursing Home Chapel in Livingston, Texas.
Mr. Hill was born May 1, 1946 in Nacogdoches, Texas to parents, Melvin Hill and Inez (Price) Hill, and passed away September 30, 2019 in Livingston, Texas. During his life, Charles lost his father at the young age of 9. He later graduated from Corrigan High School in 1965 and went on to honorably service his country in the United States Army during the Vietnam War.
In lieu of flowers, please make a donation in Mr. Charles' honor to a veteran's service or charity.
Cochran Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. Please sign our online guestbook at www.cochranfh.com.
Mary Selma Tanner Rasberry June 17, 1926 – October 1, 2019
Funeral services for Mary Selma Tanner Rasberry, 93, of Lufkin, Texas, will be held on Saturday, October 5, 2019 at 3:00 p.m. in the Cochran Funeral Home Chapel in Onalaska, Texas. Interment will follow in the Magnolia Cemetery in Onalaska. Visitation will be held from 1:00 p.m. until the service begins at 3:00 p.m. in the funeral home.
Mary was born June 17, 1926 in Onalaska, Texas to parents, James Henry Tanner Jr. and Josie Sheffield Tanner. After graduating high school in Livingston, Mary moved to Houston to live with her sister, Nina, and attend business school. Following her graduation from business school, Mary was hired by Phillips Petroleum in Houston. After 10 years with Phillips, Mary moved with her boss, Harris Allen, to the new Ada Oil Company formed by Bud Adams. After 3 years with Ada, Mr. Allen left to become an independent consultant and hired Mary to come work for him. It was during her employment with Mr. Allen that she was introduced to the stock market, a passion that remained with her for the rest of her life. When Mr. Allen was hired by Westland Oil, Mary elected to not make that move. Later while working for Dow, Mary met her future husband, James Milton Rasberry, who was in Houston from a mine in Mexico for medical attention. Mary and Raz (as friends and family called him) were married on November 1, 1968. Upon Raz’s retirement, Mary and Raz bought a beautiful home in the Lost Creek neighborhood of Austin, Texas and lived there for many years. After Raz’s death in 1994, Mary decided to move to Pinecrest retirement community in Lufkin, Texas to be near friends and relatives. Mary passed away in the early morning of Tuesday, October 1, 2019, surrounded by family, at the home of her nephew, James Russell Tanner and his wife, Cathie in Kingwood, Texas.
Mary is survived by her nephew, James Russell Tanner and wife, Cathie; niece, Cheryl Tanner Ide and husband, Jay; niece, Deborah Grimes Tanner; and very special family friends, Marci and Ron White; along with numerous great and great-great-nieces and nephews, other relatives and friends.
Pallbearers: Jim Tanner, Blake Hall, Ron White, Rusty Tanner, Jeff Richardson, Noah Richardson, David Caleb Harrison
Cochran Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. Please sign our online guestbook at www.cochranfh.com.
Joyce Faye Warwick-Mitchusson July 21, 1943 – September 26, 2019
Memorial services for Joyce Faye Warwick-Mitchusson, 76, of Livingston, Texas, will be held on Saturday, October 5, 2019 at 2:00 p.m. in the Cochran Funeral Home in Livingston, Texas with Pastor Randy Findlay officiating.
Mrs. Mitchusson was born July 21, 1943 in Clarendon, Arkansas to parents, Emma and William Warwick, and passed away September 26, 2019 in Little Rock, Arkansas. She is preceded in death by her parents; loving husband, Johnny Mitchusson; 3 brothers and 3 sisters.
She is survived by her son, Jerry Mitchusson and wife, Nicole of Gulfport, Mississippi; daughters, Donna Myers of Livingston, Texas and Tishe Bush of Santa Fe, Texas; grandchildren, Heather Petter and husband, Jimmy, Khristeana "Annie" Donahue and husband, Weston, Camara Phillips and husband, Billy, Justin Bush, Jerri Bush, Kody Mitchusson, and Sean Mihailovich; great-grandchildren, Emma, Joseph, Sophie, Zoey, Eli, Kelbie, Bubba, Payton and husband, CJ, and Cadee and husband, Ricky; great-great-grandchildren, Emma, Tinsley, Bella and Ricardo; brothers, Billy Warwick, Kenneth Warwick, Jack Warwick, Johnny Gochenour, Donald Warwick and David Warwick; sisters, Shirley South and Mary Baser; and long-time companion, Ronald Adams; along with numerous other relatives and friends.
Bill Loman Walls February 9, 1940 – September 29, 2019
Memorial services for Bill Loman Walls, 79, of Onalaska, Texas, will be held on Monday, October 7, 2019 at 1:00 p.m. in the First Baptist Church in Onalaska, Texas with Pastor Allen Bramlett officiating.
Mr. Walls was born February 9, 1940 in Richmond, Virginia to parents, Robert E. Walls Jr. and June Geneva (Catron) Walls, and passed away September 29, 2019 in Onalaska, Texas. He is preceded in death by his parents. During his life, Bill along with his wife, Geraldine, owned the Maw & Pa's Resale shop, as well as the Maw & Pa's Used Furniture in Onalaska.
He is survived by his wife, Geraldine Faye Walls of Onalaska, Texas; sons, Ricky Walls of Saltville, Virginia, and Randy Walls of Rando, North Carolina; and daughters, Hope Davidson and Robin Heldreth both of Saltville, Virginia; 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.
Melvyn Bruce Montague May 28, 1938 – September 24, 2019
Memorial services for Mr. Melvyn Bruce Montague, 81, of Point Blank, Texas, will be held on Saturday, September 28, 2019 at 10:00 a.m. in the First Baptist Church in Onalaska, Texas with Pastor Allen Bramlett officiating. Visitation will be held an hour prior to the service in the church.
Mr. Montague was born May 28, 1938 in Denver, Colorado to parents, Monty T. Montague and Clarice (Lamb) Montague, and passed away September 24, 2019 in Conroe, Texas. He is preceded in death by his parents.
He is survived by his wife, Sally Montague of Point Blank, Texas; son, Jeffrey Montague of College Station, Texas; daughter, Cecelia Maner of Garland, Texas; step-son, Brian Robinson and wife, Cecilia of Austin, Texas; step-daughter, Lori Ford of Kemah, Texas; brother, Monty Eugene Montague of Onalaska, Texas; sister, Mary Lynn Plant and husband, Joe of San Antonio, Texas; grandchildren, Noah Ford, Stephen Maner and wife, Lu, Matthew Maner and wife, Kheleia, Sarah Ford, Chris Robinson, and Elizabeth Downs and husband, Caleb; and great-grandchildren, Austin Maner and Madeline Maner; 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.
Edna Joyce Sanders October 27, 1944 – September 23, 2019
Mrs. Edna Joyce Sanders, 74, of Livingston, Texas was born October 27, 1944 in Houston, Texas to parents, George Isaac Sanders and Sammie (Hawthorne) Sanders, and passed away September 23, 2019 in Livingston, Texas. She is preceded in death by her parents; husband, William Henry Sanders; and sister, Jackie Eloise Brown.
She is survived by her daughter, Wendy Sanders of Livingston; and granddaughter, Sara Eloise White also of Livingston; 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.
Arleen Purvis Lott Funeral Services for Arleen Purvis Lott, 81, of Corrigan will be held on Thursday, September 26, 2019 at 10:00 a.m. in the Corrigan Funeral Home with Pastor Rex Hoot and Pastor Art Musgrove officiating. Interment to follow in the Damascus Cemetery, Corrigan. Visitation will be held on Wednesday, September 25, 2019 from 6-8 p.m. at Corrigan Funeral Home.
Arleen finished her earthly journey and entered her Heavenly home on Tuesday, September 24, 2019 in Lufkin, Texas. She was born on April 12, 1938 in Sinton, Texas to the late Art and Edith (Loving) Purvis. She grew up in the Rock Island community and attended school at Corrigan, graduating in 1958. She was introduced to Harry “Tracy” Lott on a blind date on November 19, 1957. Their love grew for one another and they married on August 11, 1958.
Arleen was of the Baptist faith and a long-time member of Rock Island Baptist Church. Spending time in God’s word and listening to her preachers on tv and attending Sunday school was top priority to Arleen. She was a Past Worthy Matron of Corrigan Chapter #631 Order of Eastern Star and she and Tracy were also owners of a filling station. She worked in the cafeteria at the Corrigan Jr. High as a cook for 10 years. In her spare time, she enjoyed going to the casino and trying her luck. Arleen was known as the “Jill of all trades”, being able to master pretty much anything she set her mind to. Watching cooking shows on tv was one of her favorite past times, giving her new ideas of cooking recipes to try out. She would watch traveling shows and tell everyone where she traveled that day, without ever having to leave the house. In her younger years, she was an avid beekeeper and she shared tips with her son-in-law David with his bee business. Arleen spent time in the kitchen baking cookies, cooking delicious meals, and yummy desserts for her family. Farkle and dominoes were two of her favorite games to play and she was sure hard to beat at either. She loved embroidering and crocheting, while watching the deer and birds outside at the feeders.
Arleen loved her family with all her heart and being with them always brought her joy. Playing with the great grandbabies always put a smile on her face. Her memory will live on in the hearts of those who knew and loved her.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Art and Edith Purvis and husband, Tracy Lott.
She is survived by her daughters, Teresa Handley and husband Les of Corrigan; Tammy Abshier and husband David of Corrigan; grandchildren, Elizabeth Sailer and husband Brice; Hunter Handley and fiancé Haylie; Nikki Stifflemire and husband Dustin; and Christina Abshier; great grandchildren, Brylee Sailer, Emily Sailer, Kimber Stifflemire, Ethan Sailer and Tyler Standley other relatives and friends who will miss her greatly.
Pallbearers: Brice Sailer, Dustin Stifflemire, Les Handley, Hunter Handley, David Abshier, and Tammy Abshier.
Honorary Pallbearers: Steve Sage, Seth Handley, Bodink Hearndon, Milt Purvis, Jimmy Taylor, George David Pyle, and Jason King.
Funeral Arrangements entrusted to Corrigan Funeral Home. To send condolences and to sign the online guest book you may go to www.corriganfh.net.
Betty Lou Lyons August 25, 1930 – September 24, 2019
Mrs. Betty Lou Lyons, 89, of Livingston, Texas, was born August 25, 1930 in Sweetwater, Texas to parents, Elmer Lee Denson and Ora (Ford) Denson, and passed away September 24, 2019 in Livingston, Texas. She is preceded in death by her parents.
She is survived by her husband, Charles Ray Lyons; daughter, Toni Roy and husband, Larry; son, Martin Lyons and wife, Roxie; daughter, Becki Lewis; grandchildren, Leaza Greenroad Ford, Joshua Roy and wife, Stacy, Kyle Lewis and wife, Tina, Nolan Lewis, Krystal Lewis, Adam Lyons and wife, Marka, Joseph Lyons, and Jacob Lyons; and great-grandchildren, Breana Lewis, Kamryn Lewis, Antonella Lewis, Johathan Roy, Brennon Roy, and Ella Roy; along with numerous other relatives and friends.
George Harold Marsh born January 16, 1938 to Tom and Mabel (Hand) Marsh in Livingston, Texas. Passed away September 22, 2019 in Livingston, Texas at the age of 81 years.
His Loving family includes wife of 60 years Marie Hensley Marsh; daughters, Janice Farrar & husband Billy, Julie Young & husband Billy; brothers, Don Marsh & wife Mary, Johnny Marsh & wife Brenda; sister Mabel Sloan; four grandchildren, Tanner Young, Shawna Kurth, Amy Hoover, G.W. Farrar; seven great-grand, Brody Hoover, Chase Hoover, Gracie Hoover, Manton Farrar, Morgan Farrar, Abagail Kurth and Matthew Kurth.
There are numerous other relatives and a host of friends.
David Louis Wolfe December 11, 1951 – September 8, 2019
David Louis Wolfe, 67, passed away on September 8, 2019 at his home in Livingston, TX. Friends and family are invited to celebrate his life on Saturday, October 12th at 2 PM at Cochran Funeral Home, 406 Yaupon, Livingston, TX 77351.\
David was born on December 11, 1951 to Leland and Alma Wolfe in Waukesha, Wisconsin. He is survived by his mother; 3 sisters, Carol, Laura, and Marie; 3 children and 12 grandchildren: Christopher and Suzy, and Luke, Kristen, Rachel, Caitlyn and Meredith Wolfe; Nicholas and Linda, and Ashlynn, Tyler and Brady Wolfe; Kelly and Wes Pick, and Kennedy, Brynlee, Lainey and Walker Pick.
David was big hearted man, always willing to lend a helping hand to others. He loved the outdoors as well as all things automotive. “Where there is a will, there is a Dave” was his favorite saying. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in his honor to the hawspets.org, where he adopted his loving companion, Pancho or SPCA of Polk county.
Cochran Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. Please sign our online guestbook at www.cochranfh.com.
Byron Delaney Hines May 12, 1933 – September 17, 2019
Byron Delaney Hines, 86, was born May 12, 1933 in Livingston Texas and passed into the next life on Tuesday, September 17, 2019. He was preceded in death by his parents, Bennie and Ruby (Matlock) Hines and brother-in-law Jesse Sims. He is survived by his wife of 65 years Doris (Griffin) Hines, daughters Mary Hines Lee and her husband Ralls of Seabrook, Pamela Hines McLaurin and husband Chuck of Center Grove, Melinda Hines Graves and husband Ron of Floydada, Texas, grandchildren Kaleb McLaurin and wife Raynie, Makenzie Thomas and husband Cullen, Braden Graves and wife Sarah Jo, Heston Graves and fiancé Callie Crocket, Savannah and Sigourney Lee, great grandchild Reece Taylor McLaurin, and 2 other great grandchildren on the way. He is also survived by his sister Betty Sims and sister-in-law Mary Bridges, along with many other relatives and friends.
Byron grew up in Livingston, graduating from Livingston High School in 1951 and met his future wife, Doris, while riding the bus to Houston. He joined the United States Air Force, later working for the Federal Aviation Agency and ultimately NASA at Johnson Space Center in Houston. He earned his Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering degree in 1972 from the University of Houston. He continued to work at NASA in various engineering and project management roles during the Apollo and Space Shuttle programs until retiring in 1988. In 1974, he and Doris owned and operated Hines Electronics/Radio Shack until after 2000. During his career the family lived in Santa Monica, California, League City, Texas and returned to Livingston in 1977. While in League City, they along with other families helped start Texas Avenue Baptist Church. Byron was a member of the Livingston Lions Club, American Legion, and Central Baptist Church. He and Doris loved to camp, fish, and traveled in their RV for many years to the National Gospel Quartet Convention. They loved Gospel music.
The family would like to thank Eric Wood and the staff of nurses and others at Pine Ridge Nursing Home for their love, care and support for Byron for the past few months.
A memorial service will held at Central Baptist Church in Livingston on Saturday, September 21 at 11:00.
Cochran Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. Please sign our online guestbook at www.cochranfh.com.
David Owen Barrow Sr. February 27, 1956 – September 16, 2019
Memorial services for David Owen Barrow Sr., 63, of Livingston, Texas, will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Friday, September 20, 2019 in the Cochran Funeral Home Chapel in Livingston, Texas.
David was born February 27, 1956 in Beaumont, Texas to parents, Walter Thomas Barrow and Lois Gertrude (Williams) Barrow, and passed away September 16, 2019 in Jasper, Texas. He is preceded in death by his parents; and brother, Lloyd "Bo" Barrow.
He is survived by his wife, Pamela Barrow of Livingston, Texas; daughters, Miranda Johnson and husband, Keith of Onalaska, Texas, and Danielle McKnight and husband, C.W. of Virginia; sons, Bryan Barrow of Livingston, David Barrow Jr. and wife, Misty of Rye, Texas, and Brandon Barrow of Livingston; grandchildren, Micah McDonald, Jodi Johnson, Nicholas McKnight, Mason McKnight, Brayden McKnight, Madison Barrow, Ashlynn Carroll, Hunter Barrow, Hyleigh Barrow, Presleigh Allen, Hayden Barrow, Anniston Barrow, Kylie Rasberry, Addison Barringer, and Alivia Barringer; and sister, Cheri McGregor and husband, Martin of Conroe, Texas; along with numerous other relatives and friends.
Funeral Services for Mrs. Arlene Fleming, 83, of Houston will be held on Tuesday, September 17, 2019 at 2:00 p.m. at Corrigan Funeral Home with Pastor Charlie Hodge officiating. Interment will follow in the Friendship Cemetery in Corrigan. A visitation will be held from 12-2 p.m. prior to the service.
Mrs. Fleming went to be with the Lord on Wednesday, September 11, 2019 surrounded by her loved ones. Arlene was born in the Rock Island Community in Polk County, Texas on March 15, 1936 to the late Willard and Loree (Wilson) Hooper. She was a Baptist by faith and a 50-year member of the Eastern Star Chapter 415, OES, as well as the VFW Post #6378. She enjoyed reading books, playing bingo, and crafting. Most of all, spending time with her family always put a smile on her face.
Arlene is survived by her son, Dwayne Fleming and wife Carol; daughter, Debbie Humphreys; brothers, Wayne Hooper and wife Wanell; Ronnie Hooper and wife Mary; grandchildren, Barbara Daniels and husband Shawn; Samantha Lauterborn and husband Brandon; Ashley Fleming and Jessica Fleming; 4 great-grandchildren and other relatives and friends.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Willard and Loree Hooper; son, Tommy Fleming; husband, Andrew Fleming; brother, Larry Hooper.
Pallbearers: Brad Hooper, Bryan Hooper, Craig Hooper, Cameron Hooper, Shawn Daniels, and Wayne Sony.
Services are entrusted to Corrigan Funeral Home, Inc.
Loyd Elwood Felder November 18, 1930 – September 13, 2019
Funeral services for Loyd Elwood Felder, 88, of Onalaska, Texas, will be held at 2:00 p.m., Tuesday, September 17, 2019 in the Cochran Funeral Home Chapel in Onalaska, Texas with Pastor Allen Bramlett and Rev. Don Wilkey officiating. Interment will follow in the Magnolia Cemetery. Visitation will be held from 5:00 - 8:00 p.m. on Monday, September 16, 2019 in the Cochran Funeral Home in Onalaska, Texas.
Loyd was born November 18, 1930 in Fulfurrias, Texas to parents, William Harvie Felder and Annie Augusta (Greenawalt) Felder, and passed away September 13, 2019 in Huntsville, Texas. He is preceded in death by his parents. During his life, Loyd completed 2 years of education at Texas A&M before entering into military service in 1952. He proudly served his country in the United States Army during the Korean War. He was also a 60 year member of the IBEW Local 716 and the founder of their Death Benefit Program. In his free time, Loyd loved to be outdoors hunting and fishing.
He had the ability to fix anything that was brought to him - big or small. He was always there for his family and friends with simple words of advice. He will be missed dearly.
He is survived by his loving wife of 63 years, Helen Ozell Felder of Onalaska; son, Loyd Douglas Felder of Sugarland; daughter, Dalene Lanette Felder of Onalaska; grandchildren, Johnny "Trey" Clawson III, Reid Felder, and Clint Felder; great-granddaughter, Jolene Clawson; and sisters, Lynn Wallace and husband, Ralph of Temple, Lysbeth Warneke and husband, Sehon of Lake Jackson, and Wilma Boyer and husband, Lester of Austin; along with numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
Pallbearers: Doug Felder, Reid Felder, Clint Felder, Johnny Clawson Jr., Johnny Clawson III, John Berry, Doug Lowry, Blake Nipper
Cochran Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. Please sign our online guestbook at www.cochranfh.com.
Norma Collum February 18, 1930 – September 13, 2019
Funeral services for Norma Collum, 89, of Livingston, Texas, will be held at 2:00 p.m., Monday, September 16, 2019 in the Cochran Funeral Home Chapel in Livingston, Texas with Rev. Royce Pennington officiating. Interment will follow in the Forest Hill Cemetery. Visitation will be held from 1:00 p.m. until the service begins Monday, September 16th.
Mrs. Collum was born February 18, 1930 in Seminole, Oklahoma to parents, Harlin Pruitt and Neaty (Pack) Pruitt, and passed away September 13, 2019 in Lufkin, Texas. She is preceded in death by her parents; husband of 60 years, R.B. Collum; sister, Wilma Hamilton; and brothers, Ralph Pruitt and Orville Pruitt. During her life, Ms. Norma along with her husband RB, were the founding owners of RB’s lake grocery. It was an institution in the community to gather goods, supplies, and just visit with friends.
She was devoted to her church with a profound love for all the members and their notable causes. As a charter member of the first Baptist Church in Blanchard for over 30 years, she made her mark. One of her favorites was the fact they had the opportunity to donate the chapel bell in the honor of their Lord Jesus Christ. She had much love for her family, friends, and community. She was dearly loved by all she knew, and she will forever be missed.
She is survived by her daughters, Quanah Clark and husband, Jerry of Lufkin, and Deborah Ainsworth and husband, Michael of Porter; son, Richard Collum Jr. and wife, Jackie of Blanchard; granddaughters, Angie O'Brien, Melinda Wynn, Melissa Curtin, Autumn Hendrickson and Cathy Dobbs; grandson, Chad Clark; great-granddaughters, Brooke O'Brien, Faith Wynn, Sloane Curtin, Summer Hendrickson, Hope Hendrickson, Tabitha Shelton, and Meagan Dobbs; and great-grandsons, Blake O'Brien, Christian Wynn; Adam Wynn, Liam Curtin, Koda Curtin, and Dakota Clark; along with numerous other relatives and friends.
Pallbearers: Max Wynn, Michael Ainsworth, Christian Wynn, Liam Curtin, Mike O'Brien, Sean Curtin
Cochran Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. Please sign our online guestbook at www.cochranfh.com.
Jeanette Coleman
Jeanette Coleman, born December 31, 1934 in Schwab City, Texas, passed away on September 13, 2019 in Livingston, Texas at the age of 84 years.
She is survived by her daughters, Kathy Moore & husband Jim, Linda Stanislaw; daughter in love, Lisa Blackerby; grandchildren, Lauren Stevens & husband Landon, Joshua Moore, Ellery Stanislaw and Evan Stanislaw; sister, Eula Gay; numerous nieces, nephews and a host of friends.
Jeanette is preceded in death by her parents, Tom and Jimmie Kimes; brothers, Pete Kimes, Otis Kimes, Sammy Hughen and Sam Kimes; sisters, Patsy Yancey and Billy Joe Turner.
She loved her family unconditionally and enjoyed attending church.
A Visitation will be held Sunday from 12:00 to 2:00 PM with a Celebration of Jeanette’s Life beginning at 2:00, Sunday, September 15, 2019 at Pace Funeral Home with Pastor Jerry Smith officiating.
Interment to follow at Peebles Cemetery in Livingston, Texas.
Walton Roy McNiel January 30, 1954 – September 10, 2019
Funeral services for Walton Roy McNiel, 65, of Livingston, Texas, will be held at 2:00 p.m., Sunday, September 15, 2019 in the Cochran Funeral Home Chapel in Livingston, Texas with Tim Thompson officiating. Military honors will be provided by VFW Post #8568. Interment will follow in the Peebles Cemetery. Visitation will be held from 5:00 - 8:00 p.m. on Saturday, September 14, 2019 in the Cochran Funeral Home in Livingston, Texas.
Mr. McNiel was born January 30, 1954 in Livingston, Texas to parents, Virgil Lamar McNiel and Joyce Elaine (Reeves) McNiel, and passed away September 10, 2019 in Kingwood, Texas. He is preceded in death by his parents; brother, Billy Wayne McNiel; and sister, Liddie Mae McNiel.
He is survived by his sister, Shirley Templeton and husband, Randy of Leggett; sister, Nancy Simons and husband, Johnny of Hortense; and sister, Barbara Whisenhunt and husband, Derral of Livingston; along with numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
Pallbearers: Jesse Oliver, Matt Reeves, Daniel Templeton, D.J. Whisenhunt, Dewayne Boaen, Ronnie Price, William Cribbs, Kenny Burke, Joey Martinez
Cochran Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. Please sign our online guestbook at www.cochranfh.com.
Charles "Keith" Hawkins August 10, 1945 – September 10, 2019
Visitation for Charles "Keith" Hawkins, 74, of Livingston, Texas, will be held from 5:00 - 7:00 p.m., Tuesday, September 17, 2019 in the Cochran Funeral Home Chapel in Livingston, Texas.
Mr. Hawkins was born August 10, 1945 in Winslow, Arizona to parents, Ernest Edward Hawkins and Floy Geneva (Sumner) Hawkins, and passed away September 10, 2019 in Lufkin, Texas. He is preceded in death by his parents; and 2 granddaughters.
He is survived by his brother, Eddie Hawkins and wife, Cindy of Las Vegas, Nevada; brother, Butch Hawkins and wife, Nancy of Livingston, Texas; 2 children; 1 granddaughter; and 2 great-granddaughters; 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.
Lessie Laverne White February 28, 1936 – September 8, 2019
Funeral services for Lessie Laverne White, 83, of Shepherd, Texas, will be held at 2:00 p.m., Thursday, September 12, 2019 in the Cochran Funeral Home Chapel in Livingston, Texas. Interment will follow in the Farley Chapel Cemetery. Visitation will begin at 5:00 p.m. on Wednesday, September 11, 2019 in the Cochran Funeral Home in Livingston, Texas.
Mrs. White was born February 28, 1936 in Royse City, Texas to parents, Otho Bostick and Paula Bostick, and passed away September 8, 2019 in Shepherd, Texas. She is preceded in death by her parents; brother, Rhnea Bostick; and grandsons, Nathan, Daniel, William, and Brian.
She is survived by her husband, Edward White of Shepherd, Texas; sons, Gregory White and wife, Bonnie of Shepherd, Texas, Tom White and wife, Frecia of Weir, Mississippi, Wayne White and wife, Shannin of Shepherd, Texas, Forrest White and wife, Dawn of Baytown, Texas, and Alan White and wife, Leslie of Port Arthur, Texas; grandchildren, Courtney, Rodney, Danielle, Brittany, Wesley, Billy, Christina, Sara, J.J., Matthew, Barbie, Zachary, Tiffany, and Dalton; brothers, Douglas Bostick, Jack Bostick, and Danny Bostick; and sisters, Sandra Kay Perryman, Vernel White, and Pauline Joecks; along with numerous great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
Pallbearers: Gregory White, Tom White, Wayne White, Forrest White, Alan White, Zachary White, Matthew Welker
Cochran Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. Please sign our online guestbook at www.cochranfh.com.
Lillian Louise Heron May 15, 1941 – September 6, 2019
Funeral services for Lillian Louise Heron, 78, formally of Livingston and Onalaska, Texas, will be held Wednesday, September 11, 2019 at 11:00 a.m. in the Cochran Funeral Home Chapel in Livingston, Texas with Rev. Allen Bramlett officiating. Interment will be Thursday, September 12, 2019 at 10:00 a.m. in Houston National Cemetery. Visitation will begin at 10:00 a.m., Wednesday morning, just prior to service time.
Lillian Heron was born May 15, 1941 in Taylor, Pennsylvania, to parents, David Hunter and Lillian (Slutter) Hunter and passed away September 6, 2019 in Lufkin, Texas. She was a longtime member of the First Baptist Church in Onalaska, Texas. During her lifetime, Lillian worked at Big Star, she was an emergency room clerk at the Livingston Hospital and a service writer for Putt Watson Motor Company and Bounds. She is preceded in death by her parents; husband, John Heron; daughter, Kelly Ann Heron; sisters, Jean and Marion; brother, David.
Lillian is survived by her daughter, Sue Bates; son, John Heron and daughter-in-law, Lynn; grandchildren, Nick and Kelsey Bates and J.T. Bates along with numerous other relatives, and friends.
Lillian Louise Heron will be escorted to her grave by pallbearers: Mark Thude, J.T. Bates, Randy Kirk and David Chaney
Cochran Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. Please sign our online guestbook at www.cochranfh.com.
Lillie Faye Giles
Lillie Faye Giles Westbrook, resident of Livingston, died Friday, August 30th, 2019, at Faith Memorial Nursing Home in Pasadena, at the age of ninety-three years old.
Born in 1925 in New Boston, Texas, Lillie was one of ten children to Everett Giles and Myrtle (White) Giles. She married Willie Paul Westbrook on March 15th, 1947. They started a family in Texarkana and welcomed their first child in 1948. The family moved to Longview for a few year before settling in Pasadena for twenty-five years. She spent the last of her days in Livingston, where she was a resident for twenty-five years.
Lillie was a dedicated homemaker and devout Baptist. She spent her life serving her family, her community, and above all, God. She believed in love, and spent every day of her life loving those around her through her tireless care for them. She will be dearly missed by her family and those who knew her.
She is preceded in death by her husband, Willie Paul Westbrook, by her son, Bruce Earl Westbrook, and eight siblings. She is survived by her sister, Marie (Giles) Bolt, of Oklahoma City, and her four children, Jerry Wayne Westbrook, Brenda Diane (Westbrook) Sumrall, Debra Jean "Debbie" (Westbrook) Bays, and Tina (Westbrook) Sullivan; grand-children Vincent Sumrall, Nicole Sumrall, Larry "Shorty" Currey, Misty (Henderson) Winslett, Sean Mills, and Jennifer Mills; great-grandchildren Jamie Harris, Christopher Winslett, Hastidy Winslet, Cameron Currey, Alisabeth Currey, Lucky Lee Currey, as well as several nieces, nephews, and extended family.
Services will be at Forest Park Lawndale, located at 6900 Lawndale St, Houston, Texas, 77052, on Saturday, September 7th, 2019. Private family visitation will be held from 9 - 10 a.m., followed by public visitation at 10 - 12 p.m., noon. The service will start at noon and be officiated by Mike Carlen. After the service, all are welcome to the burial service at Peebles Cemetery in Goodrich, Texas, at 3 p.m., where she will be laid to rest next to her husband, Willie Paul.
Billie Jean Taylor Hickman March 5, 1930 – September 3, 2019
Funeral services for Billie Jean Taylor Hickman, 89, of Leggett, Texas, will be held at 10:00 a.m., Saturday, September 7, 2019 in the Cochran Funeral Home in Livingston, Texas with Mike Miller officiating. Interment will follow in the Center Grove Cemetery. Visitation will be held from 5:00 - 8:00 p.m. on Friday, September 6, 2019 in the Cochran Funeral Home in Livingston, Texas.
Mrs. Hickman was born March 5, 1930 in Schwab City, Texas to parents, William Lee Taylor and Viola Mae (Murphy) Taylor, and passed away September 3, 2019 in Livingston, Texas. She is preceded in death by her parents; husband, Jimmie Mildon Hickman; and granddaughter, Kendal Laird Martin.
Mrs. Hickman graduated from Livingston High School in 1947. After graduation, she moved to Houston. While attending business school, she worked at the Second National Bank. She also worked for United Gas and as a secretary for Senator Collins. She met and married Jimmie M. Hickman of Leggett and they had four children. After her children were grown, she began working and volunteering at Leggett Independent School District where she was known for her cooking. Her cakes and pies were sought after at the Leggett Hospitality Room for basketball tournaments and the cake walks during fall festivities. She loved her family and friends. She was very involved in her children's activities and she never missed a school event or milestone in their lives.
She is survived by her sons, Roland Hickman and Lisa of Leggett, Jimmy Hickman and wife, Bonnie of Livingston; daughters, Shelia Hickman-Laird and husband, Darrell of Leggett, Tammy Hickman-Conner and husband, Rick of Diboll; 9 grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren; 4 great-great-grandchildren; brother, Kenneth Taylor and wife, Barbara; sister, Leola Camp and husband, Howard; brother-in-law, Val D. Hickman; and sister-in-law, Doris Hickman-Harris; along with numerous other relatives and friends.
Pallbearers: Brian Hickman, Mike Davis, Justin Hickman, Brodie Hickman, Steven Coatney, Bradley Owens.
Honorary Pallbearer: Robert McLaurin
Cochran Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. Please sign our online guestbook at www.cochranfh.com.
Don Ballard March 9, 1941 – September 1, 2019
Memorial services for Don Ballard, 78, of Onalaska, Texas, will be held at 11:00 p.m., Wednesday, September 4, 2019 in the Pine Forest Baptist Church in Onalaska, Texas with Rev. Sean Ferry officiating.
William Don Ballard, known as Don to family and friends, was called home by the Lord on September 1, 2019. He was born March 9, 1941 in Benton, Arkansas. In 1952, his family relocated to the Houston Area. After graduating from Sam Houston High School in 1959, Don joined the United States Army and completed 4 years of dedicated service. In 1968, he began his career with Brown and Root where he stayed until his retirement in 1998 after 30 years. In 2000, after a short retirement, Don began a career with the Texas Department of Criminal Justice serving as a prison guard in the Polunski Unit in Livingston. He retired again in 2015 after 15 years.
Don will be remembered by his caring and talkative personality. Don had many things in the life that he loved, he had love his church, fishing, western novels, and the Dallas Cowboys, but his greatest love of all was his wife of 54 years, Grace Ballard.
He is survived by Grace; his son, Wesley; grandchildren, Wesley, Mady, and Ian; great-grandchildren, Brayden and Logan; and his sister, Margaret. He is preceded in death by his parents, William Hubert and Ruby Gerine, and his sister, Jane.
In lieu of flower, donations may be made in Don's honor to Pine Forest Baptist Church Building Fund, 10537 Hwy 190, Livingston, Texas 77351
Cochran Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. Please sign our online guestbook at www.cochranfh.com.
Millard Ray Lain August 20, 1937 – August 30, 2019
Memorial services for Millard Ray Lain, 82, of Livingston, Texas will be held Friday, September 13, 2019 at 2:00 p.m. in the Rosewood Funeral Home in Humble, Texas.
Mr. Lain passed away peacefully surrounded by his family at his home on August 30, 2019. Millard was born August 20, 1937 in Electra, Texas to parents, Arthur and Helen (Childs) Lain. He is preceded in death by his parents; and sisters, Linda Prater, Judy Kennedy, and Dorothy Sue Lain.
Millard went to Knox City High School where he played football and basketball, rose to the rank of Eagle Scout in the Boy Scouts of America and met the love of his life, Ms. Benny Bales. He is survived by Benny, his devoted wife of 64 years; loving children and their spouses, Mike and Sandra Lain of Houma, Louisiana, Connie and Tom Stofan of Livingston, Texas, Sheila Moore of Livingston, Texas, and Yancey and Dianna Lain of Spring, Texas; Big Daddy's six grandchildren, Jared, Sarah, Cody, Cougar, Grayson, and Dusty; and 10 great-grandchildren, Mathilda, Robert, Adeline, Destinee, Kurtis, Elaina, Danny, Abby, Annika, and Tony; along with numerous other relatives and friends.
Millard became known in the oil field industry through his own companies - Tiger Oil Tool and then Mesquite Oil Tool, but he will be remembered by many for the great cookouts, parties, and golf tournaments that he hosted; as well as the thousands of calendars he gave out each year that became sought after and so popular that they have been seen all over the world.
Funeral services for Jose Blanco, 86, of Livingston, Texas, will be held at 2:00 p.m., Saturday, September 7, 2019 in the Kingdom Hall in Livingston, Texas with Jeff Syrett officiating. Interment will follow in the Peebles Cemetery. Visitation will be held from 5:00 - 8:00 p.m. on Friday, September 6, 2019 in the Cochran Funeral Home in Livingston, Texas.
Mr. Blanco was born July 22, 1933 in San Juan, Puerto Rico to parents, Jose Blanco Velasquez and Anna Marie Arizmendi, and passed away August 30, 2019 in Livingston, Texas. He is preceded in death by his parents; brother, Luis Rafael; and sister, Emma Lugo.
He is survived by his wife, Lessie Irene Blanco of Livingston; daughter, Lessie Sarratt and husband, Gary of Pasadena; sons, Joe Edward Blanco of Livingston, and Luis Anthony Blanco and wife, Melinda of Livingston; daughter, Lydia Elizabeth Deer and husband, Vance of Spring; sister, Anna Hilda Chase of Dallas; grandchildren, Heather Martin, Brittanie Erwin, Christopher Sarratt and wife, Jessika, Andrew Hendrick and wife, Kim, Kayla Hendrick, and Jacob Hendrick; and 8 great-grandchildren; along with numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
Cochran Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. Please sign our online guestbook at www.cochranfh.com.
Martha Mae Borgfeld February 19, 1945 – August 28, 2019
Memorial services for Martha Mae Borgfeld, 74, of Livingston, Texas, will be held at 2:00 p.m., Saturday, September 7, 2019 in the Cochran Funeral Home Chapel in Livingston, Texas with Rev. Kenneth Jackson officiating.
Mrs. Borgfeld was born February 19, 1945 in Jonesboro, Arkansas to parents, Ernest Faye Clairday Sr., and Opal (Paxton) Clairday, and passed away August 28, 2019 in Palestine, Texas. She is preceded in death by her parents; brothers, Junior Clairday and Alvin Clairday; and sister, Dorothy Owen.
She is survived by her husband, Kenneth Borgfeld Sr. of Livingston; son, Kenneth Borgfeld Jr. of Magnolia; daughter, April Bell and husband, Michael of Livingston; granddaughter Tabetha Borgfeld of College Station; grandson, Tyler Bell of Livingston; brothers and sisters-in-law, Walter and Bonnie Borgfeld of Lufkin, and Jimmy and Nelda Borgfeld of New Braunfels; sisters-in-law, Sherry Clairday of Katy, and Connie Borgfeld of Tulsa, Oklahoma; and brother-in-law, David Owen of Navasota; along with numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
In lieu of flower, donations may be made in Ms. Martha's honor to the Alzheimer's Association or a tree may be planted to carry on her legacy.
Cochran Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. Please sign our online guestbook at www.cochranfh.com.
Loree George Coe Jr. December 6, 1947 – August 23, 2019
Mr. Loree George Coe Jr., 71, of Livingston, Texas was born December 6, 1947 in Cleveland, Ohio to parents, Loree George Coe Sr. and Wanda (Hayes) Coe, and passed away August 23, 2019 in Livingston, Texas. He is preceded in death by his parents. During his life, Mr. Coe proudly served his country in the United States Army and retired from LTV Steel in Ohio.
He is survived by his wife, Donna (Ensign) Coe of Livingston, Texas; daughter, Lorinda Coe Wagner of Lorain, Ohio; grandsons, Kyle Wagner and Dakota Wagner both of Lorain, Ohio; and sister, Bonnie Bognar of Cleveland, Ohio; 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.
Donald Allen Dixon August 26, 1937 – August 25, 2019
Memorial services for Donald Allen Dixon, 81, of Livingston, Texas, will be held at 11:00 a.m., Friday, August 30, 2019 in the Cochran Funeral Home Chapel in Livingston, Texas with Ronnie Fox officiating. Visitation will be held from 10:00 a.m. until the service begins at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, August 30th.
Mr. Dixon was born August 26, 1937 in Anson, Texas to parents, Frank Dixon and Valerie (Brown) Dixon, and passed away August 25, 2019 in Livingston, Texas ~ just one day shy of his 82nd birthday. He is preceded in death by his parents; and brother, Charles Melvin Dixon.
He is survived by his wife, Tobey Dixon of Livingston, Texas; daughter, Teresa Montgomery and husband, Bob of Katy, Texas; son, Tim Dixon and Lori of Livingston, Texas; daughter, Tomie Fox and husband, Ronnie of Decatur, Texas; son, Zane White of Alvarado, Texas; sister, Frances Boultinghouse of Huntington Beach, California; 12 grandchildren; and 4 great-grandchildren; along with numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
Cochran Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. Please sign our online guestbook at www.cochranfh.com.
Ernest Lloyd Gibson January 24, 1941 – August 25, 2019
Funeral services for Ernest Lloyd Gibson, 78, of Moscow, Texas, will be held at 10:00 a.m., Thursday, August 29, 2019 in the Cochran Funeral Home Chapel in Livingston, Texas. Military honors will be provided by VFW Post #8568. Interment will follow in the Stryker Cemetery in Corrigan, Texas. Visitation will begin at 5:00 p.m. on Wednesday, August 28, 2019 in the Cochran Funeral Home in Livingston, Texas.
Mr. Gibson was born January 24, 1941 in Livingston, Texas to parents, Robert Washington Gibson and Donnie Nola (Roberds) Gibson and passed away August 25, 2019 in Corrigan, Texas. He is preceded in death by his parents; and wife, Nelda Brown Gibson. During his life, Ernest proudly served his country in the United States Navy.
He is survived by his daughter, Deborah Hurley and husband, Marvin of Corrigan, Texas; sons, Albert Todd and wife, Karen of Spring, Texas, and Garry Todd and wife, Tanya of Bangladesh, India; daughter, Kimberly Gibson Bell of Caldwell, Texas; grandchildren, Kody Link and wife, Courtney, Kylie Todd, Matthew Tankersley, Patrick Tankersley, Garry Todd II, Summer Todd, Greg Nobles and wife, Erin, Levi Hurley, Lane Hurley, Tyler Murphy, Austin Reeves, and Marshall Reeves; great-grandsons, Carson, Gavin, Jadyn, Hudson, and Kolt; brother, Earl Gibson and wife, Velma of Livingston, Texas; and sister-in-law, Elizabeth Greenwood and husband, Marcus; along with numerous other relatives and friends.
Pallbearers: Tyler Murphy, Greg Nobles, Austin Reeves, Levi Hurley, Lane Hurley, Ryan Gibson, Jake Kosina
Cochran Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. Please sign our online guestbook at www.cochranfh.com.
Angie Jesse Pope October 16, 1925 – August 26, 2019
Mrs. Angie Jesse Pope was born October 16, 1925 in Beaumont, Texas to parents, William Patterson and Jesse (Ligon) Patterson and passed away August 26, 2019 in Livingston, Texas. She is preceded in death by her parents; husband, Russell L. Pope; and son, Byron R. Pope.
She is survived by her daughters, Rana Musarra and husband, Dante of Oroville, California, and Donna Slataper and husband, Rick of Livingston, Texas; grandchildren, Amanda Pope, Russell Pope, Elizabeth Thompson and husband, Cory, and Vanessa McDaniel and husband, Sean; great-grandchildren, Austin Jurek, Hayden Pope, Scarlet Kindle, Pyper Thompson, Bailey McDaniel, and Zander McDaniel; with numerous other relatives and friends.
Cochran Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. Please sign our online guestbook at www.cochranfh.com.
John Edgar Brown April 26, 1943 – August 23, 2019
Funeral services for John Edgar Brown, 76, of Livingston, Texas, will be held at 10:00 a.m., Wednesday, August 28, 2019 in the Cochran Funeral Home Chapel in Livingston, Texas with Rev. Harold Isaacs and Rev. Tim Thompson officiating. Interment will follow in the Jones Prairie Cemetery in Leggett, Texas. Visitation will begin at 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday, August 27, 2019 in the Cochran Funeral Home in Livingston, Texas.
John Edgar Brown was born on April 26, 1943 to parents, Buster and Opal Jewel Brown. He passed away August 23, 2019 at his home in Livingston, Texas. He is survived by his brother, James Brown; sons, Lloyd Brown and wife, Kelly, and Gary Brown; daughter, Laurie Brown and wife, Marginetta; grandchildren, Shawn, Erica, Anthony, Andrew, and Bryan; great-grandchildren, Graci, Morgan, and Brooklyn; and sister-in-law, Judy Boatright. He is preceded in death by his wife, Carol; son, John Robert; grandsons, Joshua and Aaron; brother, Tommy Brown; and sister, Opal Jewel Brown King. During his life, he worked for the Texas Highway Department for over 30 years. He was a member of the Trinity Masonic Lodge and a Deacon at Leggett Baptist Church.
Pallbearers: Ken Segger, Jonathan Alexander, Luther Thompson Jr., Marlion Clamon, Bryan Brown, Andrew Burnett, Anthony Burnett
Honorary Pallbearer: Bob Hall
Cochran Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. Please sign our online guestbook at www.cochranfh.com.
Joyce Hendrix Fields April 25, 1935 – August 24, 2019
Funeral services for Joyce Hendrix Fields, 84, of New Braunfels, Texas, will be held at 11:00 a.m., Tuesday, August 27, 2019 in the Big Sandy Baptist Church in Dallardsville, Texas with Rev. Deana Hendrix Kirby and Rev. Arthur Kirby officiating. Musical arrangements will be provided by dear cousin and friend, Edwin Hendrix, and his wife, Betty and son, Kevin. Interment will follow in the Big Sandy Cemetery. Visitation will be held from 9:30 a.m. until the service begins at 11:00 in the church.
A lifelong Christian, Joyce Jeneane Hendrix Fields was called up to Heaven by her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on August 24, 2019, at the age of 84. Adored by family and friends alike, Joyce was the epitome of selflessness, caring and charm throughout her life.
Joyce was born on April 25, 1935, in Livingston, TX. She grew up in a loving home with her parents, William Elias Hendrix and Bessie Mae Moye Hendrix, and her only brother, Shirald Dean Hendrix, in Dallardsville, TX. Joyce graduated from Big Sandy High School in 1952, where she achieved high academic scores, was a varsity cheerleader and played sports. She was voted by the student body as “Most Beautiful.” At Big Sandy, she met the young man who would become her husband of nearly 57 years, Thomas Glenn Fields. They were married on August 11, 1956, in Livingston. While Glenn attended Rice University on a basketball scholarship, Joyce graduated from Durham Business School in Houston in 1953. She later became a secretary for Brown and Root Construction. In October 1959, Joyce left the U.S. and moved to Büdingen, Germany, to be with Glenn while he was stationed there as part of the U.S. Army’s occupation force. While in Germany, Joyce taught elementary school. After Glenn completed his military service, they moved to Corpus Christi, TX, in September 1963. It was there, they adopted their only son, Daryl Glenn Fields, in May 1966. After stops in Houston and Austin, Glenn and Joyce moved to Marble Falls, TX, in 1974, where they lived together for over 40 years until Glenn passed away on August 10, 2013, one day shy of their 57th wedding anniversary. While Glenn provided insurance services in Marble Falls, Joyce discovered her talent in sales, marketing and merchandizing. Joyce worked in several stores including Madalyn’s, the Wood Shed, and Lynette’s Merle Norman. Joyce was famous for her window designs, artistic skills and gorgeous gift wrapping. For Joyce, everything centered on her family, friends and of course, Dr. Pepper! She was a loyal “10, 2 and 4” girl! She enjoyed all things outdoors including travel, gardening, playing tennis and boating. Her passion, though, was all things Christmas. Every year, Joyce would spend weeks converting their home into the “North Pole of the South” complete with almost 40 Christmas Trees—each with its own theme—and close to 100 pieces of Department 56 Snow Village. Joyce, who was known for her warm hospitality, was the subject of a feature article in the local newspaper dubbing her “Mrs. Claus.”
Besides being a dutiful and loving daughter, sister, wife, mother, aunt, and grandmother, one of her greatest achievements was surviving a stroke and beating colon cancer in August 2010.
Joyce is survived by her son, Daryl, and his wife, Laura Fields of San Marcos, TX, and her five grandchildren—Brandon, Dylan, Lindsey, Brady and Lacey; her brother, Shirald, and his wife, Suzy Hendrix of The Woodlands, TX; brother-in-law Joe Fields and his wife, Judy, of Deer Park, TX; and, nieces and nephews Kayla and Linn Fields, Contessa and Todd Fields, and Angie and Tony Tieman, all of Deer Park; Deana and Art Kirby of San Antonio; Kim and Scott Skoneki of Montgomery, AL; and Brandi and Dean Hendrix of Montgomery, TX. Joyce was preceded in death by her husband, Glenn, her parents, Bessie and Elias, in-laws Edna and Thomas Fields, and sister-in-law Ann Hendrix.
In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to the Leo Club, a leadership and service program for students at San Marcos Baptist Academy. Her grandchildren are part of this program which fosters a lifetime commitment to helping others while enhancing the community. Donations may be sent to SMA Leo Club, Attn: Mrs. Rhonda McNeil, 2801 Ranch Road 12, San Marcos, TX 78666, or to the charity of your choice.
Pallbearers: Brady Fields, Brandon Fields, Dylan Atkins, Dean Hendrix, Scott Skonecki, Lynn Fields, Todd Fields, Barry Hargraves
Cochran Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. Please sign our online guestbook at www.cochranfh.com.
Jesse Ernest Jordan
Jesse Ernest Jordan, born October 28, 1926 in Rosebud, Texas, passed away on August 21, 2019 in Livingston, Texas at the age of 92 years.
He is survived by his daughter, Sandra Lee Jordan; brother, Jim Jordan; four grandchildren, Christa McGrath, Erin McGrath and her husband Pan Chan, Shannon McGrath, James McGrath and his wife Colleen McGrath; five great grandchildren, Nevaeh McGrath, Chloe McGrath, Nora Chan, Eamon Chan, Declan Chan; numerous other relatives and a host of friends. He also leaves behind his dear friend Evelyn Kirkpatrick.
Jesse is preceded in death by his wife, Patsy Jean Jordan; parents, Ira and Minnie Jordan; brother, Robert Jordan.
Jesse was a 29 year resident of Livingston, Texas, a proud WWII Naval veteran, a 65 year member of the Pipefitters Local 211, and a faithful parishioner of Livingston Church of Christ.
A visitation will be held from 5pm to 8pm Monday, August 26, 2019 at Pace Funeral Home, 200 FM 350 North, Livingston, Texas 77351.
A Celebration of Jesse’s Life will be held at 10:00 am at Livingston Church of Christ, 1107 W Church St, Livingston, Texas, followed by internment at San Jacinto Memorial Cemetery, Houston, Texas.
Jim Daugherty September 13, 1934 – August 20, 2019
Mr. Jim Daugherty, 84, of Trinity, Texas was born September 13, 1934 in Stonewall, Mississippi to parents, Carmen Daugherty and Verna Mae (James) Daugherty, and passed away August 20, 2019 in Huntsville, Texas. He is preceded in death by his parents.
He is survived by his wife, Beverly Sorter; sons, Ray Daugherty and wife, Mary, and Eric "John" Keys; daughter, Vickie Boykin and husband, Woody; step-daughter, Sheila; sister, Ava Braddock; niece, Freda McClure; 4 grandchildren; and 1 great-grandchild; 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.
Leamon Roy Cain
Leamon Roy Cain, born July 19, 1932 in Segno, Texas, passed away on August 21, 2019 in Segno, Texas at the age of 87 years.
He is survived by his son, Paul Cain & wife Renee; daughter, Janie Cain; grandsons, Daniel Cain, Andrew Cain & wife Cecelia; Stephen Cain, Colt & wife Sadie; granddaughters, Sarah Cain Tucker & husband Rodney, Elizabeth Cain, Hannah Cain, Mikayla Ambrose; great granddaughter, Madison Pebsworth; great grandson, Sebastian Cain; brothers, Charles Cain, Billy Cain, Earl Cain; numerous other nieces and nephews and a host of friends.
Leamon is preceded in death by his wife, Shirley Cain; parents, William & Eva Cain; brothers, Floyd Cain, Donald Cain, Bobby Cain; sisters, Marie Cain Bullock, Hazel Cain Thomas, Esther Cain Stowe.
He was a veteran of the United States Army having served in the Korean War.
A visitation will be held from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM Friday, August 23,2019 at Pace Funeral Home.
A Celebration will begin at 10:00 AM, Saturday, August 24, 2019 at Magnolia Hill Cemetery with Pastors Billy Brackin & David Cain officiating. Trinity Masonic Lodge #14 and VFW Post 8568 both of Livingston will be conducting services.
Memorial services for Doris Pounds, 91, of Bryan, Texas will be held Sunday, August 25, 2019 at 2:00 p.m. in the Cochran Funeral Home Chapel in Livingston, Texas with Bro. Joseph Day officiating.
Mrs. Pounds was born February 29, 1928 in Beeville, Texas to parents, Charlie Cisneros and Consuelo (Coronado) Cisneros, and passed away August 18, 2019 in Bryan, Texas. She is preceded in death by her parents; beloved husband, Edwin Pounds; daughters, Sheila Sheldrake and Laurie Kay Hart; son, Stephen Douglas Sheldrake; granddaughter, Tawanna Heidelberg; 4 brothers and 3 sisters.
She is survived by her daughter, Debra Bridges and husband, David; granddaughter, Jennifer Dukes; grandsons, Ryan Bridges, Michael Scott, and Stephen Sheldrake; and brother, Rudy Cisneros; honorary son, Joseph Day; along with numerous great-grandchildren, other relatives and friends.
Doris was a loving mother and wife who was very strong in her faith. She was kind and compassionate to everyone she met. She will be dearly missed by everyone she touched.
Cochran Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. Please sign our online guestbook at www.cochranfh.com.
Wilma Joy Berry
Funeral Services for Mrs. Wilma Joy Berry, 88, of Chester will be held on Saturday, August 24, 2019 at 11:00 a.m. in the Saint Luke Baptist Church in San Augustine with Reverend Timothy Teel officiating. Interment will follow in the Saint Luke Cemetery. A visitation will be held on Friday, August 23, 2019 from 6-8 p.m. at Corrigan Funeral Home.
Mrs. Berry went to be with the Lord on Friday, August 16, 2019. She was born in San Augustine on February 11, 1931 to the late Felix and Pearl (Moore) Lane.
Wilma was of the Baptist faith and a long-time member of Palestine Missionary Baptist Church. She married the late Robert Earl Berry on October 19, 1946. They later moved to Chester, where they made their home. Mrs. Berry was an active member in her church, serving as president of missions, a Sunday school teacher, and the president of the usher board. She was also the founder of family and friend’s day. Wilma loved the Lord with all her heart and reading God’s word and attending church was top priority. She was known as being the first uber driver there was, taking family and friends to their doctor appointments and grocery shopping. Lending a helping hand to those in need was very important to her as well.
Mrs. Berry is survived by her sons, Ben Earl Berry of Chester; Carlos Berry (Jennifer) of Chester; Curtis Berry Jr. (Shenskina) of Lufkin; daughters, Evelyn Berry Barnes of Lufkin; Wilma Berry White of Chester; brothers, Bobby Lane of San Augustine; Roy Lane (Barbara) of Beaumont; sisters, Nancy Clay (James) of San Augustine; Cammie Lane of Cypress; Jimmie Nash of San Augustine; sister-in-law, Mozelle Marshall of Chester; a host of grandchildren, great grandchildren, nieces, and nephews and other relatives and friends.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Felix and Pearl Lane; husband, Robert Earl Berry; sons, Waymon Berry and Curtis Berry Sr.; brothers, Nathaniel Lane and Jessie Lane; sister, Lizzie Mae Price.
A special thanks to Heart to Heart Hospice.
Services are entrusted to Corrigan Funeral Home, Inc.
Marshall George Foote
Marshall George Foote, born February 15, 1948 in Crockett, Texas passed away on August 17, 2019 in Livingston, Texas at the age of 71 years.
He is survived by his wife Beverly Foote of 41 years; sons, Marshall Foote & husband Ursual, Chris Kelley & wife Kasey; grandson, William Robert Foote; numerous other relatives and a host of friends.
Marshall is preceded in death by his parents, Frederick & Margaret Foote; son, Robert Foote.
He was a Veteran having served in the United States Army.
Marshall was a member of the American Legion Post 312 in Livingston, and he was a faithful Baptist.
A Memorial Service will be held at 12:30 PM, Thursday, August 22, 2019 at Houston National Cemetery (10410 Veterans Memorial Drive, Houston, Texas 77038) with Military Honors.
Memorial services for Charles H. Boxley, 82, of Goodrich, Texas will be held Friday, August 23, 2019 at 10:00 a.m. in the First Assembly of God Church in Livingston, Texas with Rev. Chris Borden officiating.
Mr. Charles H. Boxley, passed away peacefully at home on Sunday, August 18, 2019. He was a loving husband to Marge (Maguire) Boxley for 42 years. They were blessed with a loving family that included 8 children, 18 grandchildren and 14 great-grandchildren. Mr. Boxley retired as an Engineer from So. Pacific Rail Road after a career of 47 years. He was preceded in death by his parents, Charles "Chuck" A. Boxley and Kathryn (Howard) Boxley and 2 grandchildren. Mr. Boxley was a friend to many, admired by more and will be greatly missed. Papason, we love you!!!
Cochran Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. Please sign our online guestbook at www.cochranfh.com.
Gilbert Edward Machost Sr. February 6, 1923 – August 16, 2019
Funeral services for Gilbert Edward Machost Sr., 96, of Livingston, Texas will be held Tuesday, August 20, 2019 at 10:00 a.m. in the Cochran Funeral Home Chapel in Livingston, Texas with Chaplain Jack Refearn officiating. Interment will follow in the Center Grove Cemetery. Visitation will be held from 5:00 - 8:00 p.m. on Monday, August 19, 2019 in the Cochran Funeral Home in Livingston, Texas.
Mr. Machost was born February 6, 1923 in Yorktown, Texas to parents, Louis John Machost and Minnie Mary (Striedel) Machost, and passed August 16, 2019 in Livingston, Texas. He is preceded in death by his parents; wife, Ellen Machost; 4 brothers and 1 sister. During his life, Gilbert proudly served his country in the United States Army and was a long-time member of Central Baptist Church.
He is survived by his daughter, Vicky Davis and husband, John of Livingston; son, Gil Machost Jr. and wife, Sally of Livingston; grandson, Clint Davis of Livingston; granddaughters, Lisa Humble and Shelley Tucker both of Livingston, Melanie Verner of Baytown, Julianne Boles of Tomball, and Kelli Ureke of Livingston; and 16 great-great-grandchildren; along with numerous great-great-great-grandchildren, other relatives and friends.
Pallbearers: Keg Puckett, Wayne Puckett, Allen Wayne Machost, John Edward Davis, Blake Humble, Trever Tucker, Cole Tucker
Cochran Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. Please sign our online guestbook at www.cochranfh.com.
JW Howard
JW Howard, born March 29, 1935 in Starks, LA passed away on August 16, 2019 in Livingston, Texas at the age of 84 years.
He is survived by his sons, Ralph Howard & wife Renee, Leonard Howard & wife Leonna; daughters, Charline Chism & husband Woody, Loriece Howard; brothers, George Howard, Vernon Howard & wife Ricki, Andrew Howard & wife Janie; sisters, Susie Mae and Florence grandchildren, Lona Kay, Bud, JC, Keith, April, Zane, Kathleen, Channing, Shelby, Ryan, Tabitha and Sabrina; numerous great grandchildren, great great grandchildren, other relatives and a host of friends.
JW is preceded in death by his wife Carmen Eloise; parents, Riley & Emma Howard; brother, Riley Howard Jr.; sister, Ruby Jane Butts; grandson, Jacob Howard.
He had a passion for Fords and mechanic work. JW liked visiting with his friends and relatives and he loved his dog Rooster.
Foy Buller, born December 18, 1931 in Camden, Texas, passed away on August 14, 2019 in Livingston, Texas at the age of 87 years.
She is survived by her son, David Buller; daughter, Carol Stephens; grandchildren, Dusty Buller, Melissa Walding & husband Buck; great grandchildren, Kylee Walding, Cole Walding and Laney Buller; numerous other relatives and a host of friends.
Foy is preceded in death by her husband, Earl Wallace Buller; parents, Fritz and Sarah Emsoff; brothers, Fritz Emsoff, Hobby Emsoff and Alvin Emsoff; sister, Edna Loftin.
She worked at Sears for 27 years, having met almost everyone in Livingston. She was very proud of the career she had and gained many friends thru her years of service.
A Graveside Service will be held at 1:00 PM, Saturday August 17, 2019 at Boldsprings Cemetery in Livingston, Texas with Pastor Harold Isaacs officiating.
Robert Calvin Serpas October 4, 1935 – August 6, 2019
Memorial services for Robert Calvin Serpas, 83, formerly of Livingston, Texas will be held Saturday, August 17, 2019 at 10:00 a.m. in the Cochran Funeral Home Chapel in Livingston, Texas with Rev. Harold Isaacs officiating.
Mr. Serpas was born October 4, 1935 in New Orleans, Louisiana to parents, Robert Sidney Serpas and Minnie (Smith) Serpas, and passed August 6, 2019 at home in Foley, Alabama. He is preceded in death by his parents; sister, Joanna Batons; brothers, Fred Serpas and Novel Serpas; and son-in-law, Andy Peters. In 1953, Calvin married Mavis Moony and they had three children, Robert, Raymond, and Becky. After their divorce, he later married Norma Owens. Along with Norma's son, Russell, they had a daughter, Jacqueline together.
During his life, Calvin was a manager for Brookshire Brothers from the late 1950's until his retirement in 1973. He was also very successful in business and had a very strong work ethic. Working over 100 hours a week was nothing out of the ordinary for him. After the economy slowed down, Calvin sold his businesses and began selling cars. Soon after, he became the #2 Car Salesman in the United States for General Motors for several years in a row. Most people will remember him as a firefighter with the Livingston Volunteer Fire Department serving from May of 1963 to November of 1973. During this time, he served 7 years as a captain, 3 years as a lieutenant, served as an Assistant Fire Marshall and he was honored as Fireman of the Year. He was an 8-year member of the Livingston Volunteer Fire Department Pumper Team. The team acquired great success across the state of Texas. There were many first-place finishes including the Gulf Coast Fireman’s Association, East Texas Fireman’s Association, Tri-Rivers Fireman’s Association, plus many open meets. The department also participated in the World's HemisFair in 1968. His Pumper Team's highlights came in 1967, 1969, and 1970 when they placed first at the State Convention.
Calvin was an incredible leader in every aspect of his life and was admired by many for his ability to enjoy life. He really liked making the best out of every moment. He lived his best life - coming from nothing make making something out of himself. He left a legacy for all of his family and friends to follow.
He is survived by his wife, Norma Serpas; daughters, Jackie Serpas Strickland and Becky Serpas Peters; sons, Robert Serpas and wife, Sherry, Raymond Serpas, and Russell Stephens; grandchildren, Solomon Strickland, Lincoln Strickland, Houston Serpas and wife, Sarah, Tyler Serpas and wife, Shelby, Scott Peters and wife, Rebecca, Shelby Nicole Prince and husband, Joshua, Darin Peters and wife, Christina, Diana Dean and husband, Thomas, Becky Tinsley and husband, Dale, and Betsy Rawlinson and husband, Chris; 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.
Stephen Rodger Campbell
Stephen Rodger Campbell, born April 27, 1960 in Logan, Utah, passed away on August 10, 2019 in Humble, Texas at the age of 59 years.
He is survived by his parents, Rodger & Anita Campbell; daughter, Leslie Campbell; brothers, Kerry Campbell and Joel Campbell; sister, Tamara McFarland; numerous other relatives and a host of friends.
A talented basketball player from a young age, Steve was honored as most valuable player in his class after earning all-district and all-tourney distinctions. Professionally, he was a highly respected architectural designer who created building plans for countless custom homes and commercial properties throughout the community.
A visitation will be held from 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM, Wednesday, August 14, 2019 at Cochran Funeral Home.
A Celebration of Stephen’s Life will be at 10:00 AM, Thursday, August 15, 2019 also at Cochran Funeral Home with Joel Campbell Officiating.
William “Wayne” Boren, born June 21, 1944 in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, passed away on August 9, 2019 in Lufkin, Texas at the age of 75 years.
He is survived by his sons, Ronald Boren & wife LaSheba, Brad Boren & wife Toni, Steve Dickens & wife Diane, Todd Dickens; daughters, Chrissie Temple & husband Lynn, Danielle Harrison, Deanna Gunning & husband Jimmy; brother, Jerry Boren & wife Mary Ann; sisters, Joanne Rickman & husband Jewel, Pam Hodges & husband Rick; fourteen grandchildren and three great grandchildren ; numerous other relatives and a host of friends.
Wayne is preceded in death by his wife, Joanne Berry Boren; parents, Lonnie & Inez Boren.
He was a veteran having served in the United States Navy for 28 years.
Melvonda "Michelle" Jones January 14, 1974 – August 8, 2019
Memorial services for Melvonda "Michelle" Jones, 45, of Livingston, Texas will be held Saturday, August 17, 2019 at 2:00 p.m. in the Cochran Funeral Home Chapel in Livingston, Texas with Pastor Jim Sherrill officiating.
Michelle was born January 14, 1974 in Houston, Texas to parents, William Ogle Jones and Rhonda Gail (Parker) Windham, and passed away August 8, 2019 in Livingston, Texas. She is preceded in death by her son, Chance Windham.
She is survived by her mother and step-father, Rhonda "Gail" and John H. Windham of Onalaska; daughter, Ashley Gail Windham of Onalaska; father, William O. Jones of Hempstead; step-brother, Buck Windham of Bremond; step-sister, Nicole Hewitt of La Mesa; and grandmother, Millie Parker of Conroe; 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.
Larry Wayne Arriola April 7, 1943 – August 4, 2019
Funeral services for Larry Wayne Arriola, 76, of Houston, Texas will be held Saturday, August 10, 2019 at 10:00 a.m. in the Cochran Funeral Home Chapel in Livingston, Texas with Bro. Harold Isaacs officiating. Interment will begin at 2:00 p.m., Saturday, August 10th, in the Arriola-Cooke Cemetery in Nacogdoches, Texas. Visitation will be held from 9:00 a.m. until the service begins at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, August 10, 2019 in the Cochran Funeral Home in Livingston, Texas.
Mr. Arriola was born April 7, 1943 in Houston, Texas to parents, Tom Marcian Arriola and Betty Lou (Burns) Arriola Croft, and passed away August 4, 2019 in Memorial City, Texas. He is preceded in death by his parents and sisters, Glory Ann Arriola, Jennifer Gloria, Patricia Zehler, and Deborah Arriola.
He is survived by his wife, Betty Arriola of Houston; son, Larry Arriola Jr. of Houston; daughter, Sheila Agnew and husband, Steven of Spring; grandchildren, Travis Agnew, Tyler Agnew, and Victoria "Storym" Jones; brothers, Frank Arriola, David Arriola, Tommy Arriola, and Johnny Arriola; and sister, Cynthia "Cindy" Ngo; along with numerous other relatives and friends.
Pallbearers: Travis Agnew, Tyler Agnew, Steven Agnew, Larry Arriola Jr, Dion Arriola, Tommy Arriola
Honorary Pallbearers: Sandy Cooke, Johnny Arriola, Jason Gloria
Cochran Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. Please sign our online guestbook at www.cochranfh.com.
Melvonda Michelle Jones January 14, 1974 – August 8, 2019
Ms. Melvonda Michelle Jones, 45, of Livingston, Texas was born January 14, 1974 in Houston, Texas to parents, William Ogle Jones and Rhonda Gail (Parker) Windham, and passed away August 8, 2019 in Livingston, Texas. She is preceded in death by her son, Chance Windham.
She is survived by her mother and step-father, Rhonda "Gail" and John H. Windham of Onalaska; daughter, Ashley Gail Windham of Onalaska; father, William O. Jones of Hempstead; step-brother, Buck Windham of Bremond; step-sister, Nicole Hewitt of La Mesa; and grandmother, Millie Parker of Conroe; 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.
Cheryl "Cheri" Lurece Merritt
Cheryl “Cheri” Lurece Merritt, 64, passed away Sunday, August 4, 2019 in Austin, Texas. She was born in Eagle Lake, Texas on February 18, 1955 to Elmira Battarbee McNiel and Clinton Edward McNiel, Sr.
Cheri loved making hand crafted jewelry and dream catchers, learning new recipes to try out, and playing with her grand children every chance she got. She always put family and friends first over herself. She had several years in the health care industry taking care of others which suited her giving personality. She found her true love in Allen Merritt who also passed away way before his time in June 2009. She was a loving and dedicated caregiver to her special needs son Mike Merritt.
She graduated from Alice High School, attended Kingwood College and University of Phoenix Online.
She is survived by her sons Kelvin Brice (Margie) Gernandt III and Michael David Merritt of Round Rock, Texas and Christian Merritt of Houston, Texas and daughter Jennifer Marie (Tony) Caliguiri of Houston, Texas, her grandchildren Sophia Isabelle Gernandt of Round Rock, Texas, Brittni Sue Peters of Conroe, Texas, Mackenzee Merritt, Haley Lemek and Ayden Caliguiri of Houston, Texas as well as her mother Elmira Battarbee McNiel of Alice, Texas; two brothers Clinton E. “Mutt” (Amelia) McNiel, Jr. of Swinney Switch, Texas and Charles Lee McNiel of Mathis, Texas; and sister Celia Deanne (Bobby) Kaiser of Alice, Texas; and many nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by her husband George “Allen” Merritt, her brother Christopher Gene Merritt and her father Clinton Edward McNiel, Sr.
Honorary Pall Bearers: Kelvin Brice Gernandt, Michael David Merritt, Clinton E. “Mutt” McNiel, Jr., Charles Lee McNiel and Celia Deanne Kaiser.
Memorial Services will be held at 11:00 am Saturday, August 10, 2019 at Brush Country Cowboy Church, 1417 I-37, George West, TX 78022.
In lieu of flowers, a donation in honor of Cheryl “Cheri” Lurece Merritt can be made to the Brush Country Cowboy Church or to your favorite charity.
Arthur Dalton Hollis
Arthur Dalton Hollis, born January 15, 1934 to Roy and Mary (Miller) Hollis in Celeste; Texas went to be with His Lord July 28, 2019 in Point Blank, Texas at the age of 85 years.
His loving family includes wife, Janice Hollis; three children, Roy Hollis, Ricky Hollis and Patricia Hollis; one brother, Gerald Hollis; 13 grandchildren; 22 great grandchildren and 2 great-great grandson.
Arthur is preceded in death by his parent, Roy and Mary Hollis; daughter, Catherine Ray Hollis and a brother, Wendell Hollis.
A Celebration of Arthur’s life be held at Onalaska United Methodist Church, 700 FM 356 Onalaska Texas 77360 August 10, 2019 at 2pm with Rev. Jimmy Calvert officiating.
Charles Harvey Bauer December 28, 1940 – August 2, 2019
Funeral services for Charles Harvey Bauer, 78, of Livingston, Texas will be held Friday, August 9, 2019 at 11:00 a.m. in the Cochran Funeral Home Chapel in Livingston, Texas with Pastor Mike Meadows officiating. Interment will begin at 3:00 p.m. on Friday, August 9th, in the Forest Park Lawndale Cemetery in Houston, Texas. Visitation will be held from 9:00 a.m. until the service begins in the Cochran Funeral Home in Livingston.
Mr. Bauer was born December 28, 1940 in Houston, Texas to parents, Harvey Julius Bauer and Helen (Hampton) Bauer, and passed away August 2, 2019 in Lufkin, Texas. He is preceded in death by his parents.
He is survived by his son, Jose Bauer and wife, Betty of Livingston; brother, Larry Bauer of Houston; granddaughter, Marietza Bauer of San Antonio; grandson, Alfredo Bauer also of San Antonio; and nephews, Gus Bauer and Shannon Bauer both of Houston; 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.
Johnnie Gail Villarreal
Johnnie Gail Villarreal, born September 23, 1958 in Livingston, Texas, passed away on August 2, 2019 in Bartlesville, Oklahoma at the age of 60 years.
She is survived by her mother, Jeanette Williamson; partner, Jose Piedra; daughter, Rhonda Land; son, Michael Villarreal & wife Nancy; brother, Louis Brown; sister, Caral Holley & husband Richard Wilkens; half siblings, Charlotte, Laura, Dual, Ezar Jr., Tonya Lynn; grandchildren, Cody Land and Canden Montgomery; numerous other relatives and a host of friends.
Johnnie is preceded in death by her grandparents, Gretta Ricks and Arthur Carson.
She is a Tribal member of the Alabama Coushatta Indian Reservation.
The Pallbearers for the service will be, Richard Wilkens, Paul Fleming, Michael Villarreal, Billy Parrish, Kirk McEachern, Adam Jackson, Kirk Battise and Eduardo Rangel.
Honorary Pallbearers are Howard Carson and Adam Jackson.
Visitation will be held from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM, Monday, August 5, 2019 at Pace Funeral Home.
A Celebration of Johnnie’s Life will be held at 1:00 PM, Tuesday, August 6, 2019 at Pace Funeral Home with Mr. Gary Fleming Officiating.
John Allen Hensley Jr. September 17, 1938 – August 2, 2019
Funeral services for John Allen Hensley Jr., 80, of Onalaska, Texas will be held Saturday, August 10, 2019 at 10:00 a.m. in the Cochran Funeral Home Chapel in Onalaska, Texas with Pastor Dennis Hodge officiating. Interment will follow in the Hensley Cemetery. Visitation will be held from 5:00 – 8:00 p.m. on Friday, August 9, 2019 in the Cochran Funeral Home in Onalaska, Texas.
Mr. Hensley was born September 17, 1938 in Livingston, Texas to parents, John Allen Hensley and Bessie Mae (Sprayberry) Hensley, and passed away August 2, 2019 in Lufkin, Texas. He is preceded in death by his parents; loving wife of 60 years, Pearline Hensley; brother, Robert Mitchell Hensley; and son-in-law, Truitt Sutton. During his life, John was one of the earliest members of the Onalaska Volunteer Fire Department.
He is survived by his daughters, Beverly Underferth and husband, Duane of Livingston, Texas, Barbara Sutton of Dayton, Texas, and Carmen Campfield and husband, Kurt of Pennsylvania; son, John Hensley III and wife, Cindy of Pennsylvania; daughters, Twila Cargle and husband, Travis of Trinity, Texas, and Jamie Rohrbach and husband, Jeff of Pennsylvania; sons, Martin Hensley and wife, Erin, of Pennsylvania, Mitchell Hensley and wife, Tracey, of Pennsylvania, and James Stewart also of Pennsylvania; son, Jonathan Stewart of Onalaska, Texas; 18 grandchildren; 23 great-grandchildren; sisters, Marie Marsh and husband, George, Maggie Bankston and husband, Doug, and Mary Marsh and husband, Don; brothers, David Hensley and wife, Bonnie, Larry Hensley and wife, Shirley, and Tom Hensley; and sisters, Gay Ann Buller and husband, Allen, Cynthia Lowery and husband, Roger, and Lisa Green; along with numerous other relatives and friends.
Pallbearers: John Hensley, Martin Hensley, Mitchell Hensley, James Stewart, Johnathan Stewart, Larry Hensley Jr, Donald Wayne Milner, Louis Baggett
Honorary Pallbearers: Past and present members of the Onalaska Volunteer Fire Department
Cochran Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. Please sign our online guestbook at www.cochranfh.com.
Howard Leon Hulsman August 12, 1938 - July 31, 2019
Mr. Howard Leon Hulsman, 80, of Livingston, Texas was born August 12, 1938 in Holland, Missouri to parents, Harry Hulsman and Martha Edna (Thomas) Hulsman, and passed away July 31, 2019 in Livingston, Texas. He is preceded in death by his parents; 4 sisters, and 2 brothers. During his life, Mr. Hulsman proudly served his country for a short time in the United States Air Force, but soon enlisted in the U.S. Army where he completed tours in the Korean and Vietnam Wars. MSG Hulsman retired after 20+ honorable years. He then went on to serve the citizens of Angelina County as a Sheriff's Deputy for many years. Even after all his time dedicated to public service, Howard's most rewarding title and duty that he held, was that of Commander of the Disabled American Veterans of Texas.
He is survived by his wife, Debra Hulsman of Livingston; step-son, Clifton Denby and wife, Claudia of Huntsville; step-son, David Denby and wife, Lauren of Pflugerville, Texas; and granddaughter, Delilah Ray Denby of Pflugerville; along with numerous other relatives and friends.
A very special Thank You to the neighbors and residents of Memorial Point. We appreciate everything.
Cochran Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. Please sign our online guestbook at www.cochranfh.com.
Daniel Eugene Forbus
Daniel Eugene Forbus, Born September 22, 1946 to Daniel L. & Katherine (Owens) Forbus in Pasadena Texas Went to be with His Lord July 31, 2019 in Livingston, Texas at the age of 72 years.
His loving family includes two children, Ritha Arredondo and Tamatha Mudd, numerous brothers, sisters, grandchildren and great-grandchildren and other relatives.
He is preceded in death by his parents.
Daniel was a veteran in the United States Navy having served in Vietnam.
A visitation will begin 12:30 with a Celebration of Daniel’s Life beginning at 2pm Saturday August 3, 2019 at Pace Funeral Home with Pastor Ron Richardson and VFW post 8568 officiating.
James Corris Stevens February 23, 1959 - July 29, 2019
Funeral services for James Corris Stevens, 60, of Houston, Texas will be held Saturday, August 3, 2019 at 11:30 a.m. in the Cochran Funeral Home Chapel in Onalaska, Texas with Rev. Jim Calvert officiating. Interment will follow in the Magnolia Cemetery. Visitation will be held from 9:30 a.m. until the service begins at 11:30 a.m. on Saturday, August 3, 2019.
James was born February 23, 1959 in Houston, Texas to parents, John Corris Cessna Stevens and Leatrice Joy (Nelson) Stevens, and passed away July 29, 2019 in Onalaska, Texas. He is preceded in death by his parents.
He is survived by his sons, Joshua Stevens, Jason Stevens, and Michael Stevens; daughter, Angelica Stevens; brothers, John M. Stevens, and Williams H. Stevens; sister, Cynthia Stevens; and grandchildren, Benito De La Garza III, Logan Stevens, Luke Stevens, Janeece Arielle Juarez Stevens, Danielle Emily Juarez Stevens, Penelope Annabelle Maggie Stevens, and Camilla Jane Valdez; 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.
Debra Jean Thompson March 11, 1956 - July 29, 2019
Funeral services for Debra Jean Thompson, 63, of Crockett, Texas will be held Wednesday, July 31, 2019 at 11:00 a.m. in the Barnum First Baptist Church in the Barnum Community in Polk County, Texas with Charlana Kelly officiating. Interment will follow in the Pine Grove Cemetery which is also in the Barnum Community. Visitation will be held Tuesday, July 30, 2019 from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. in the Lifepointe Church in Crockett, Texas.
Debra was born March 11, 1956 in Memphis, Tennessee to parents, Grady Coley and Mable (Slane) Coley, and passed away July 29, 2019 in Crockett, Texas. She is preceded in death by her parents.
She is survived by her husband, Jimmy Thompson of Crockett; son, Jason Kramer and wife, Lynsey of Fayetteville; daughter, Heather Hendrick of College Station; step-son, Cash Thompson of Crockett; step-daughter, Ashlyn Dickson and husband, Jeremiah of Madisonville; grandchildren, Kaylyn Kramer, Laney Rae Kramer, Ruthie Kramer, Exie Jo Kramer, Anson Hendrick, Hayden Hendrick, Ashton Hendrick, Hudson Hendrick, Riley Dickson, Reed Dickson, and Reagan Dickson; brother, Melvin Coley; and sisters, Galena Martin, Edna Hildreth, Veronica Rainey, Esther Dickey, and Dorcas Lloyd; along with numerous other relatives and friends.
Pallbearers: Jason Kramer, Cash Thompson, Jeremiah Dickson, Cole Pemberton, Terry Myers, Jerry Perkins
Cochran Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. Please sign our online guestbook at www.cochranfh.com.
Carolyn JoAnn Willson October 17, 1952 - July 28 2019
Funeral services for Carolyn JoAnn Willson, 66, of Livingston, Texas will be held Saturday, August 3, 2019 at 2:00 p.m. in the Cochran Funeral Home Chapel in Livingston, Texas with Rev. Elton Hodge officiating. Interment will follow in the Center Grove Cemetery in Livingston, Texas. Visitation will be held from 12:00 p.m. until the service starts at 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, August 3, 2019.
Ms. Willson was born October 17, 1952 in Livingston, Texas to parents, Joe B. Willson and Dollie Mae (Parrish) Willson, and passed away July 28, 2019 in Livingston, Texas. She is preceded in death by father, and brother, Joel Bradford Willson. During her life, Carolyn taught school for over 40 years; 37 of those in Leggett.
She is survived by her mother, Dollie Willson; brothers, Wade Willson, and Charlie Willson and wife, LeAnn; sister-in-law, Sheila Willson; nieces, Brandy Massingill and husband, John, and Casey D'Mello and husband, Harshith; and nephews, Chris Goodwin and wife, Scarlet, Joshua Willson, Nick Willson, and Levi Willson and wife, Carrie; along with numerous great-nieces, great-nephews, other relatives and friends.
Pallbearers: Joshua Willson, Levi Willson, John Massingill, Tanner Fletcher, Dean Fletcher, Jordan Oates
Cochran Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. Please sign our online guestbook at www.cochranfh.com.
Terry John Domer June 14, 1957 - July 26, 2019
Graveside services for Terry John Domer, 62, of Shepherd, Texas will be held Thursday, August 1, 2019 at 3:30 p.m. in the Farley Chapel Cemetery in Shepherd, Texas. Visitation will be held Wednesday, July 31, 2019 from 5:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m. at the Cochran Funeral Home Chapel in Livingston, Texas.
Mr. Domer was born June 14, 1957 in Victoria, Texas to parents, John Francis Domer and Dorothy Jean (Whitehead) Domer, and passed away July 26, 2019 in Porter, Texas. He is preceded in death by his parents; wife, Deborah Domer; and granddaughter, Sherry Bebee.
He is survived by his daughters, Mary Bebee and husband, Danny, and Mary Beth Domer Hearn and wife, Michelle; brothers, Mike Domer, Dennis Domer and Dwane "Nooner" Wilkerson; sister, Pam Smith; great-grandchildren, Jayden Mullin and Amber Mullin; nephews, Daniel Domer, John Domer, Michael Domer, Dennis Domer, Jr., Evan Wilkerson and Isaac Wilkerson; niece, Megan Domer; and his dog, George; along with numerous other relatives and friends.
Pallbearers: Nooner Wilkerson, Bob Sager, Dennis Domer, Ronnie Bebee, Daniel Bebee, Christopher Landrun
Cochran Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. Please sign our online guestbook at www.cochranfh.com.
Miriam Dale Chaney August 26, 1930 - July 26, 2019
Funeral services for Miriam Dale Chaney, 88, of Livingston, Texas will be held Wednesday, July 31, 2019 at 10:00 a.m. in the First United Methodist Church in Livingston, Texas with Rev. Brian Waddell officiating. Interment will begin at 3:00 p.m., Wednesday, July 31, 2019 in the Port Bolivar Community Cemetery. Visitation will be held from 5:00 - 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday, July 30, 2019 in the Cochran Funeral Home in Livingston, Texas.
Mrs. Chaney was born August 26, 1930 in Meridian, Mississippi to parents, Hobson and Eva Clary, and passed away July 26, 2019 in Livingston, Texas. She is preceded in death by her parents, and husband, JW Chaney. During her life, Miriam retired after many years from the University of Houston as an Administrative Executive Secretary. Following her retirement, she ran the Crystal Beach Chamber of Commerce until 2008 after Hurricane Ike hit and she moved to Livingston. Miriam was an active member of the First United Methodist Church in Livingston and volunteered regularly.
She is survived by her son, Doug Stanley Jr. and wife, Sarah; daughters, Laurie Dale Mills and husband, Michael Sr., and Debra Duncan; grandchildren, Silver Renee Owens and Matthew, Michael Mills Jr. and Paula, Jennifer Snodgrass and husband, Larry, Randall Stewart Jr. and Kacey, and Robert Stewart and Maddie; great-grandchildren, Tyler Mills, Sky Mills, Mikayla Snodgrass, Melody Snodgrass, Jocelyne Stewart, Randall "Trip" Stewart III., Kathryn Stewart, Skylyr Stewart, Jordyn Stewart, and Bradlee Stewart; and her beloved dog, Tina; along with numerous other relatives and friends.
Pallbearers: Michael Mills Sr., Larry Snodgrass, Michael Mills Jr., Tyler Mills, Silver Duncan, Matthew Owens, Terry Shafer
Cochran Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. Please sign our online guestbook at www.cochranfh.com.
