Robert Pinckard "Bob/Dic" Kennedy, Jr.
Oct 19, 1928 - Sep 25, 2025

Corsicana - Robert P. Kennedy, Jr., 96, of Kerens, Texas went peacefully home with Jesus on Thursday, September 25, 2025 at his home while with his wife, Annette Kennedy. He finally received what he referred to as his "promotion". Robert, known by his friends as "Doc" and "Bob" ", and by his family as "Papa" and "Grandpa" was born on October 19, 1928 in Beaumont, Texas to Robert P. Kennedy and Lela Mae Johnson Kennedy. Bob was a veteran of the United States Army. He received an Honorable Discharge from the Army where he was classified as a M-1 30 caliber expert. He was a current member of The National Society of The Sons of The American Revolution. At 17, Bob enrolled in Lamar University as his father wanted him to be an engineer. After completing one semester, he determined that the route of becoming an engineer was not the route he wanted to go down. Bob's father, Robert P. Kennedy, Sr., was working at Magnolia refinery in Beaumont at that time, where he worked for over 55 years. He introduced Bob to a friend of his who was in charge of a tanker company, Esso, that shipped product for Magnolia. Shortly thereafter, at the age of 18, in order to ship out with Esso, Bob joined the Merchant Marines as an OS (ordinary Seaman) and began many journeys across the oceans and seas of the world to many countries. Bob shared some of his very interesting and exciting Merchant Marine stories with his friends and family. Some are not unlike what you may find in a thriller novel. After a few journeys across the globe, Bob joined the United States Army at age 19 with his good friend Pete Brandhorst. They went to basic training together at Fort Chaffe, Arkansas. Bob was sent to a base in Wyoming and his buddy was sent to New York. He was honorably discharged from the Army in 1955 after his Army and Army Reserves Service. Bob enrolled in North Texas State University where he obtained a bachelor's degree in Business Administration. He worked his way up in the insurance industry as a regional sales manager for Commercial Standard Insurance. After a few short years, he was offered a generous promotion that would involve a move to New York City. He chose to remain in Texas and he took the advice of a respected dentist friend to go to dental school and become a dentist. He did so and graduated from Baylor College of Dentistry and began a successful career as a dentist in Clear Lake City in the suburbs of Houston. Bob also, with the skilled assistance of his good friend Bobby Hill, opened and operated a successful dental laboratory known as K-Key Mining Company. He was loved by his patients, many of whom declared him to be "The Painless Dentist." He was steady and precise as a dentist just as he was in his everyday life. Bob retired on his beloved ranch, The Kennedy Key, in Navarro County with wife Annette where he had become a cattle rancher with the help of his good friend, Danny Combs. Bob was an all around good man who was loved by many, and who loved the Lord, his family, his country, his friends, and his church, First Baptist Church of Kerens. In addition to his parents, Bob is predeceased by his older sister, Bettie Marie La Verge, and a baby boy, Edwin, who died shortly after birth in 1956. Bob is survived by his wife Annette Kennedy, daughter Karen Kennedy, son Robert D. Kennedy, and four grandchildren Korri Foster, Jay Kennedy, Kara Kennedy, and Klare Kennedy. He is also survived by his only great grandchild, Jack Thomas Kennedy, son of Jay and his wife Sabrina Kennedy. At Bob's request, in lieu of a memorial service, he asked that you all cherish your time with your loved ones around great meals. In his honor any memorials may be made to First Baptist Church of Kerens and The Kerens Veterans' Memorial.

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Don Earl Harrison
Sep 23, 1949 - Jul 18, 2025

Don E. Harrison, 75, of Katy, TX went with God the early morning of July 18th, 2025. Services will be July 24th, 2025, visitation starting at 8:45am, followed by Mass at 10:00am at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Corsicana, TX. Don's Final Resting Place will be Oakwood Cemetery in Corsicana, TX. Don was born in Corsicana, TX on September 23rd, 1949. While he and his family spent several years in Colorado-following his career with Safeway, Texas was always home and he spent the last 23 years there with his wife Lucy. He was a devoted husband, father, PaPa and friend to many. He inspired many with his big heart, unwavering faith, and welcoming nature. He always made sure everyone knew they were loved and thought of. He will be very missed. Don is survived by his wife Lucy, his sons Fred (Olga) and Daniel (Lindsey), his grandchildren Allison (Sean), Emily (Eddie), Elijah, Lucy, Samantha, Elina, Arina and Alexander, his sisters Nancy (Jim), Dana (Mike) and Carol (Bobby) and his dear friend Jerry (Susie). Arrangements by Corley Funeral Home.

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• h/o Lucy Harrison; s/o William Edward Harrison & Bobbie Ruth (Jones) Harrison
  

Marva Jane (Ellis) Doshier
May 28, 1942 - Oct 15, 2024

Marva Jane Doshier, 82, of Brock, passed away Tuesday, October 15, 2024. Born May 28, 1942, in Blooming Grove, Texas, she was a resident of Brock for 43 years. She was preceded in death by her husband, Roy Doshier, of 58 years. Survivors: granddaughters, Tera and her husband, Justin Beall of Arlington, and Jessi, of California; great granddaughter, Taylor Beall; niece, Debra and her husband, Roy Beard, of Paradise; great nieces and nephews; and her adoring friend, Della Carr. She was also preceded in death by her parents and sisters, Barbara, Billye and Naomie. Janie was a dedicated wife who proudly and lovingly stood toe-to-toe with her husband on the farm. Her favorite pastime was watching her beloved Texas Longhorns. A viewing will be held Sunday, October 20, 2024, from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., at Galbreaith Pickard Funeral Chapel, 913 N. Elm St., Weatherford, Texas 76086. Service will be held at Galbreaith Pickard Funeral Chapel, on Monday, October 21, 2024, at 10:00 a.m. Following will be her burial at Brock Cemetery.

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• Brock cemetery, Brock, Parker Co., TX
  

James Leroy Grantom went to be with his Lord on March 20, 2022. The funeral service will be conducted at 1 PM on Saturday March 26, 2022 at Trinity United Methodist Church with Pastor Jacob Fields officiating. Following the service there will be visitation with light refreshments. There will be a private family interment at Crestview Memorial Cemetery at a later date. Leroy was born in Frost, Texas on November 15, 1934 to Mary Lauzine Denn and James Theo Grantom. He married Carolyn Harbes September 1957 and was married 64 years. He served in the United States Army and the United States Naval Reserve. He graduated from Midwestern State University in May 1960. He worked at Max Krutz House of Music. Later he started his own insurance business with Farmers Insurance then became a Piano Tuner for over 20 years. Piano Tuning was his true love. Leroy was a member of Trinity United Methodist Church. He loved his Christian walk and shared it with all who knew him. He served as Choir Director, Sunday school teacher and Youth Director for the church for many years. Leroy was involved in The Walk to Emmaus and in Kairos Prison Ministry for many years. He was preceded in death by his parents and his brother R.H. Grantom. He is survived by his wife Carolyn, son Keith and Jessica Grantom and daughter Lori and Kelly Seemann. He is also survived by his grandchildren Marcella and Amanda Joiner-Deluna, Ariel and Britt Hudnell, Halsey Grantom- Seemann, Faith Grantom-Seemann, Alli Grantom-Seemann, Shawnee Hiebert, Dakota and Taylor Hiebert and Michael Smith. Great-grandchildren are Aybree, Kohen, Koda, Hunter and Vada. Leroy is also survived by sisters-in-laws Jeannine Oliver, Mary Eda Laing and husband Carroll, Shirley Ruddy, and Kay Grantom. Special thank you to caregiver Christie Powell, nurse Kaci McGee, physical therapist Jennifer Hill for their years of loving care. In lieu of flowers the family requests donations to Hospice of Wichita Falls or Trinity United Methodist Church. Trinity United Methodist Church 5800 Southwest Parkway Wichita Falls, Texas 76310

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WICHITA FALLS - R. H.Grantom, 82, of Wichita Falls, Texas, passed away on Saturday, December 7, 2019. Funeral services will be held at 1:00 PM, Friday, December 13, 2019 at Trinity United Methodist Church in Wichita Falls, Texas. Burial will be at Hampton Vaughan Crestview Cemetery under the direction of Hampton Vaughan Crestview Funeral Home. Mr. Grantom was born February 16, 1937 in Waxahachie, Texas to Theo and Pat Grantom. He graduated from Wichita Falls High School in 1955and continued his education at Midwestern State University where he also played football. His love for football led him to also play for the Semi-Pro team, Kings. RH married the love of his life, Kay Clark, on March 8, 1963 in Wichita Falls. Together they attend Trinity United Methodist Church where he was involved with the Followers Class. He worked for over 35 years delivering Milk and retired from Oak Farms. RH was a big family man who enjoyed fishing, trying his luck at casinos, and cheering on his Dallas Cowboys. Survivors include his wife of 56 years, Kay Grantom. Brother, Leroy Grantom; Daughters Candy Bouldin and Kelly Lee; Son, Michael Grantom. 11 Grandchildren and 13 Great- Grandchildren. He will be greatly missed by all! Memorials may be made to Trinity United Methodist Church 5800 Southwest Parkway, Wichita Falls, TX 76310, American Cancer Society, and The American Diabetes Association. Online condolences may be made at hamptonvaughancrestview.com. Hampton Vaugh Crestview Funeral Home and Memorial Park Wichita Falls, Texas

Elizabeth Ann Ballew Singleton was reunited with the love of her life, Johnny Singleton and her Lord Jesus on Thursday, September 26, 2024, in Brownwood. Liz was born on October 21, 1950, in Frost, Texas to Robert and Edna Ballew, and completed their family as baby number three. She married Johnny Singleton on May 29, 1971, in Frost. They were blessed with Johnna D’Lynn, Beth Ann and Melissa Kay and Liz was blessed to be able to stay home and raise her girls. She loved being a mother, a preacher and teacher spouse and supported Johnny anywhere they were. After her girls graduated Liz took time for herself and went back to school and got her nursing degree in 2000 and loved taking care of geriatrics but found her purpose as a school nurse. It was during this time that she found her greatest passion as title of GMomma to Benjamin, Bethany, and Bree and MoMo to Caden. This quickly became her name to all the children who knew her. Johnny and Liz spent forty-eight wonderful years together until his passing on August 25, 2019 and then Liz retired from nursing. She then filled her days being able to care for Royce and Lillie Lawrence along with Brooklyn Greenfield, being able to do this was the light in Liz’s life since her grandchildren were grown. Shortly after Johnny’s passing Liz lost her best friend, older sister Leah Ballew Greenup which left a huge hole in her heart. heartland-funeral-home-article-ad-2021 Left to cherish Liz’s sweet memory are Johnna, Ben, Bethany, and Bree Boucher of Rising Star; Beth and Troy Wilson and Caden Pate of Tolar, Melissa and Tim Trigg of Rising Star. Her brother Robert Ballew and wife Velma of Frost, brother-in-law Wayne Greenup of Canyon, brother-in-law Robert Singleton and wife Martha of Mildred, brother-in-law Nelson Galloway and wife Wanda, and her “other daughter” Liz Phillips and spouse Bobby, along with a host of nieces, nephews, and extended family that she loved deeply. Liz treated everyone she met with a mother’s heart. She was a great cook, and even better prayer warrior and will be sorely missed. Liz made it clear that she didn’t want a big deal made about her, only to be at rest by Johnny. There will be a visitation on Saturday 9/28/2024 6-8pm at Heartland Funeral Home followed by a graveside on Sunday, September 29, 2024, 2:00pm at Providence Cemetery in Navarro County. In lieu of flowers the family requests that you show a caring heart like Gmomma would and leave people better than you found them. Condolences, memories, and tributes can be offered to the Singleton family online

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John Franklin Nichols, Jr.
Oct 29, 1952 - Feb 9, 2025

John Franklin Nichols, Jr., age 72, of Frost, Texas, passed away on February 9, 2025, at Baylor University Medical Center in Dallas, Texas. He was born on October 29, 1952, in Dallas, Texas, to parents John and Billie Nichols. John is survived by his loving wife, Vickie Nichols; son, Christopher Nichols and wife Kayla; grandchildren, Briel Reese, Easton Nichols, and one grandchild on the way, Stetson Nichols; nephew, John Smith and wife Elizabeth; step-grandchildren, Austin Rice, Rowdy Rice, Jaycee Rice, Mackenzie Leggett, Maxwell Leggett, Amelia Leggett; step-great-grandchildren, Luke Smith, Bradley Rice. He is preceded in death by his parents and his sister, Beverly Smith. John, a proud native of Frost, Texas, came from a family deeply rooted in the community, as his mother was born on land in Frost. He had a passion for the outdoors—he loved building fires, bird hunting (especially for dove and quail), and was known as a skilled lumberjack, always ready to cut down trees. He dedicated 33 years of his life to the Dallas Fire Department, where he was affectionately known as "Turtle." More than anything, John cherished time with his grandchildren, who lovingly called him "Pappa T." He had a remarkable sense of humor and took great joy in making people laugh. His presence brought warmth and laughter to those around him, and he will be deeply missed. Visitation with the family will be held on Tuesday, February 18, 2025, from 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at Griffin-Roughton Funeral Home. Graveside services will follow at 1:00 p.m. at Frost Cemetery, officiated by Bro. Brian Connally. John’s legacy of love, laughter, and service will live on in the hearts of his family and friends.

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• s/o John Franklin Nichols & Billie Fay (Denn) Nichols
  

Rock Thompson, beloved husband and father, passed away April 9, 2025, at Hewitt Rehabilitation and Wellness Center in Hewitt, TX after a brief illness. A graveside service will be held on April 16, 2025, at 11:00 a.m. at the Bosqueville Cemetery in Waco, TX. Rick Thompson was born in Emhouse, TX on December 3, 1933 to William Roy and Ruth Hazel Thompson. In his youth, Rick attended Bradfield Elementary, Highland Park High School, and Allen Military Academy before graduating high school in 1951. Rick also attended SMU from 1951-1956, earning his BBA. A few highlights from Rick's younger years were being a member of the Lambda Chi Alpha Fraternity, a Golden Gloves boxer and a dance instructor at Arthur Murray. Rick enlisted in the Navy in March of 1956 and served at the Construction Battalion Center, Port Hueneme, CA for two years. Afterward, Rick attended Graduate School at Northwestern University of Chicago in 1961 earning a Hospital Administration degree. He was a salesman for KPMC insurance in Dallas and a stockbroker for Bache and Company for five years. In 1968, Rick went on to work in the brokerage department at Shearson and Hamill for two years, while living in Gramercy Park in New York City and obtaining his Master of Arts degree from New York University in October 1969. After returning to Dallas in 1970, he met his current wife Margie in 1975, and they were married in 1982 at Westminster Abbey in London, England. Rick and Margie loved to travel, play golf, and play tennis, all while Rick worked the NY Times crossword puzzles. Rick was always ready to show card tricks to anyone, and he never missed any opportunity to offer stock advice, whether you asked him or not. He loved snacking on walnuts and making his 'famous' tuna fish sandwiches. With a glass of iced tea, Rick was always eager to sit down for a meal with his children and grandchildren. He and Margie participated in fellowship bible studies for many years and found a great community through their faith. Through various life transitions, Rick and Margie were joined at the hip and did everything together, making an impact on whomever they met; their genuine warmth often led to their ending up on a first name basis with the staff of their favorite restaurants, especially Geroge's in Waco. Rick is preceded in death by his parents and he is survived by his wife, Margie McCarter Thompson. Rick is survived by his children William R. Thompson (Evelyn) and Tamerah L. Tuma (John) by marriage to Joyce Mays McClellan, and David T. Wilkie (Ann), Elizabeth A. Golson (Cory), Catherine W. Ziegler (Joe), and Thomas B. Wilkie by marriage to Betty Ann Wilkie. Rick is survived by his grandchildren Justine Thompson, Raymond Thompson, Portia Hicks, Bianca Hunter, John "Jet" Tuma, William Wilkie, Caroline Golson, Ashley Ziegler, Shelby Wilkie, and Colton Wilkie and by his five great-grandchildren. Rick is also lovingly remembered by the members of the McCarter family. In lieu of flowers, please donate to your favorite Alzheimer's or Prostate Cancer organization. The family wishes to especially thank Sharon Cox and Kimberly Denton for their love and support as Rick's primary caregivers over the last three years.

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• h/o Margie Ruth (Johnson) Thompson; s/o William Roy Thompson & Ruth Hazel Thompson
  

Peggy Kendrick Duffy, age 93, passed away peacefully on June 3, 2025. Born on November 26, 1931, in Emhouse, Texas, she was the firstborn to Annie Lurline Kendrick and Oscar Ray Kendrick. Peggy was preceded in death by her parents, and by her brother Jerald Kendrick. Peggy is survived by her children Nancy Green (Steve), Ann Radney (Terry), and Brian Duffy (Carina); grandchildren Shannon Green, Corey Green (Lesley), William Radney, Katherine Gray (Tucker), James Duffy and John Duffy; great-granddaughter Arie Gray; brother Oscar Ray Kendrick Jr. (Malinda); sister-in-law Jo Kendrick; and a multitude of cousins, nieces, nephews, dear friends, and beloved former students. Peggy moved to Houston in 1938 when she met her lifelong best friend Beverly Ward Baker. She attended Woodrow Wilson Elementary, Lanier Jr. High, and Lamar High School, from which she graduated in 1949. As a history major, Peggy graduated from North Texas Teachers College in 1954. Peggy married Leonard Duffy in December 1953 and moved to Houston in 1957 following his SMU law school graduation. As members of St. Paul's UMC, they met lifelong friends in the Candlelighters' Sunday school class. Peggy taught at St. Thomas More from 1965-1974, and at Alief Hastings from 1975-1995. In 1973, she earned her Masters in History at Trinity University. Peggy was a member of Delta Kappa Gamma, Lamar Ladies Luncheon, Candlelighters' Birthday Club, Junior Forum and Junior Current. She volunteered at Junior Forum's Community House, Second Blessing, St. Luke's and Chapelwood UMC. Peggy loved playing Mahjongg, and watching all college sports. Although she experienced unfortunate life-changing events, Peggy remained optimistic throughout her life, maintaining her trademark resiliency and her witty sense of humor. Her 3 children, 6 grandchildren, and great granddaughter gave her tremendous joy. She traveled the world and left this world a better place. We are eternally grateful for her remarkable life and the positive impact she had on us all. Rest in peace, Momma. Services are July 11 at 1:00 p.m. in the chapel at Chapelwood United Methodist. Thank you to Page Pappas, The Doliver, Pax et Vita, and Mary Hodges for their compassionate care. In memory, please consider donations towards education for underserved youth.

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Valli Jean (Farmer) Harris
Mar 11, 1934 - Jan 5, 2025

Valli Jean (Farmer)Harris was born on March 11, 1934 in Emhouse, Texas to the late Georgia (Perry) Farmer and Wilburn Harney Farmer. She passed away on January 5, 2025 in Fort Worth, Texas at the age of 90. She was preceded in death by her parents; sister, Fannie Jones; brother, Johnny Farmer; daughter, Cathy Matherne; grandson, Cody Reed; and son-in-law, Raney McGregor. Valli is survived by her daughters, Deborah Donnell and husband, Jake; Billie McGregor; and Penny Reed and husband, Monty; grandchildren, Angela Neal, Jennifer Verdin, Molly Naquin, Amanda Wilks, Dylan Anderson, and Carlee Reed; 9 great grandchildren; 10 great-great grandchildren; brothers, Dwight Farmer and Elvin Farmer; sister, Ruthie Wolfgang; and numerous nieces and nephews. Valli will be laid to rest in Pattison Cemetery in Emhouse, Texas with her family.

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Troy Wayne Dixon
Dec 18, 1940 - Aug 24, 2025

Troy Wayne Dixon, of Cleburne, Texas passed away on August 24, 2025, at the age of 84. He was born December 18, 1940, in Emhouse, Texas to George Franklin Dixon and Ercle Pope Dixon. He is preceded in death by both parents, as well as his only brother Joe Bob Dixon. Troy is a 1960 Graduate of Corsicana High School. He retired after 33 years from the General Motors Assembly Plant in Arlington, Texas. He was an active member of Nolan River Baptist Church and spent several years volunteering with the City of Cleburne Whistle Stop Christmas Lights display. He also enjoyed traveling with family and friends. Troy is survived by his wife of 62 years Nellie Grace Dixon; his three sons, Michael Wayne Dixon and wife Teresa of Grand Prairie, Darrin Todd Dixon and wife Lisa of Grand Prairie and Chad Allen Dixon of Fort Worth. He is PaPa to four grandchildren: Heather Nicole Kennemur and husband Jerrod, Joshua Wayne Dixon and wife Sarah, Haley Brooke Zaun and husband Aaron, and Hannah Marie Milutin and husband Matthew. He is great PaPa to Drake Kennemur, Brooklyn Kennemur, Finley Dixon and one great-granddaughter on the way, as well as multiple nephews, nieces, family members and many friends. Troy leaves a legacy of faith and love; he spent his life loving and taking care of his family and he will be greatly missed. A Celebration of Life Service will be held at Nolan River Baptist Church on Sunday, September 21 at 5:00pm in Cleburne, Texas.

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Alice Josephine (Carter) May
Apr 14, 1915 - Sep 15, 1991

Alice May, 76, of Corsicana, died Sept. 16, 1991, at her residence.

Services are 2 p.m. Wednesday at Griffin-Roughton Funeral Home, with Dr. David hale officiating.  Graveside services are 4 p.m. Wednesday in Rounsavall Cemetery in Henderson County.

Survivors include one daughter, Evelyn Hoover of Corsicana; two sisters, Gladys Werneking of Grand Prairie and Emma D. Cumby of Lotney; five grandchildren, Mark Bates, Darla Talley and Jeffrey Williams, all of Corsicana, Michael Bates of Pursley and Deborah Payne of Arlington; and three great-grandchildren.

Pallbearers will be Michael Bates, Mark Bates, Mike Talley, Sonny May, Jim Payne and Ken Williams.

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• The Corsicana Daily Sun - Tues., Sep 17, 1991
• Submitted by  Karen Rost
• From the collection of the Liz Gillespie Genealogy Dept., Corsicana Library
• Rounsavall Cemetery, Murchison, Henderson Co., TX
• w/o Wade Olen May; d/o Hugh B. "Bud" Carter & Susie Emma (Parrott) Carter
  

William Gidden Jolly Sr.
Jul 1, 1918 - Sep 15, 1991

William G. Jolly, Sr., 73, of Grand Prairie, died Sept. 15, 1991, in an Irving hospital.

Graveside services were 2 p.m. Wednesday in Oakwood Cemetery with military honors.  Dr. Gary Johnson will officiate.  Corley Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

He was born July 1, 1918, in Waxahachie.  He was a nursery attendant and a member of the Pentecostal church.  He was a U.S. Army veteran of World War II.

Survivors include one son, William Jolly Jr. of Grand Prairie; five daughters, Libby Esquibel, Ruby M. Covey and Doris Kirk, all of Dallas, D.G. Meekins of Laneville and Barb Gullett of Phoenix; two step-sons, William Earl Miller of Palestine and Marvin Olford of Dallas; one sister, Lula M. Dozier of Corsicana; and his ex-wife, Annie M. Hamilton.

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• The Corsicana Daily Sun - Wed., Sept. 18, 1991
• Submitted by  Karen Rost
• From the collection of the Liz Gillespie Genealogy Dept., Corsicana Library

Clonie Jerome Morris
May 16, 1912 - Sep 17, 1991

Clonie Jerome Morris, 79, of Corsicana, died Sept. 17, 1991, in Corsicana.

Services will be 2 p.m. Thursday at the Corley Funeral Chapel with Dr. Gary Johnson officiating.  Burial will be in the Kerens City Cemetery.

He was born May 16, 1912, in Kerens and had been a resident of Corsicana for two months.  He was a former resident of Vidor, Texas.  He was a retired welder worker for the Hobbs Trailer Co. of Fort Worth and a veteran of World War II Veteran.

Survivors include one daughter, Carolyn Boyte of Corsicana; one son, Robert J. Morris of Vidor; his mother, Lela Morris of Corsicana; six grandchildren; and five great-grandchildren.

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• The Corsicana Daily Sun - Wed., Sep 18, 1991
• Submitted by  Karen Rost
•  From the collection of the Liz Gillespie Genealogy Dept., Corsicana Library

Louise (Hill) Douglas
Nov 15, 1905 - Sep 16, 1991

Mrs. Louise Douglas, 85, of Corsicana, died Sept. 16, 1991, at Navarro Regional Hospital.

Wake service will be 7 to 8 p.m. Friday at the Ross and Johnson Mortuary Chapel.  Funeral service will be 3 p.m. Saturday at the First Independent Baptist Church, with the Rev. Kennedy Young officiating.  Burial will be in Woodland Cemetery.

Survivors include two daughters, Charlotte Lemmons of Fairfield, Calif., and Alice B. Venters of Corsicana; two sons, Frank W. Douglas Jr., of Washington, D.C., and George Douglas of Corsicana; 12 grandchildren; and 15 great-grandchildren.

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• The Corsicana Daily Sun - Thurs., Sep 19, 1991
• Submitted by  Karen Rost
• From the collection of the Liz Gillespie Genealogy Dept., Corsicana Library
• w/o Frank Watson Douglas, Sr;  d/o Levi Hill and Charlotte (Key) Hill

Jimmie Frank Reed
Aug 26, 1936 - Sep 18, 1991

Jimmie Frank Reed, 55, died Sept. 18, 1991, at the Valley Baptist Medical Center in Harlingen.

Services will be 3 p.m. Saturday at the Corley Funeral Chapel, with Mike Meierhofer officiating.  Burial will be in Oakwood Cemetery.

He was born Aug. 26, 1936, in Pickett, Texas, and was a resident of Brownsville since 1971.  He served in the U.S. Army and was with the Industrial Division of Drico Technology.

He was preceded in death by his foster parents, Mr. and Mrs. M.D. McElroy.

Survivors include his wife, Marcia Garrett Reed of Brownsville; one daughter, DeeAnne Manautou of Brownsville; one son, Andrew Kirk Reed of Brownsville; and one granddaughter, Alexandria Manautou.

Memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society, Navarro Unit, 320 W. Collin St., Corsicana, Texas 75110.

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• The Corsicana Daily Sun - Thurs., Sep 19, 1991
• Submitted by  Karen Rost
• h/o Marcia Dee (Garret) Reed
• From the collection of the Liz Gillespie Genealogy Dept., Corsicana Library

Pearl Maple (Townsel) McCowin
Jan 19, 1936 - Sep 16, 1991

Pearl Townsel McCowin, of Dallas, died Sept 16, 1991.

Wake service will be 7 p.m. Friday at Greater Memorial Baptist Church in Dallas.  Services will will be 2:30 p.m. Saturday at the church.

She was a former resident of Navarro County.

Survivors include her husband, S.A. McCowin of Dallas; five sons, Stanley McCowin, Ricky McCowin, Michael McCowin, Gerald McCowin and Marcus McCowin, all of Dallas; six sisters, Robbie Bailey, Leona Adams and Ruth Townsel, all of Corsicana, Ethel Cleveland of Frost, Benetta Brown of Long Beach, Calif., and Bobbie Joe Townsel of Dallas; and three brothers, Dave Townsel and Edward Townsel, both of Stockton, Calif, and Forester Townsel of Waco.

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• The Corsicana Daily Sun - Thurs., Sep 19, 1991
• Submitted by  Karen Rost
• From the collection of the Liz Gillespie Genealogy Dept., Corsicana Library
• No burial listed

Charles Edward "Bubba" White
1936 - Sept. 14, 1991

Charles Edward "Bubba" White, 55, of Corsicana, died Sept. 14, 1991, at Navarro Regional Hospital.

Services will be 1 p.m. Saturday at Freedom Fellowship with Brother Jessie Williams officiating.  Burial will be in Woodland Cemetery under direction of Scott Funeral Home.

Quiet hour will be from 7 to 8 p.m. Friday.

Survivors include his wife, Gloria White; four daughters, Carol Metters, Bonita White and Clynetta White, all of Oakland Calif., and Lei Whitaker of Nacogdoches; five sisters, Eunice Littleton, Willie Jean Littleton and Robbie Nell Raindle, all of Corsicana, Cora Lee Kelly of Powell and Fannie Reese of Santa Rose, Calif.; four brothers, Kenneth Raindle, Tommy Raindle and Robert Raindle, all of Corsicana; and W.D. White of Nacogdoches; and 13 grandchildren.

Pallbearers will be Willie Johnson, Alvin Baptist, Ralph White, Curtis Draper, Archie McCreary and Albert Wallace.

Honorary Pallbearers are the brothers of Mr. White.

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• The Corsicana Daily Sun - Thurs., Sep 19, 1991
• Submitted by  Karen Rost
• From the collection of the Liz Gillespie Genealogy Dept., Corsicana Library
• Woodland Cemetery
  

James Albert "Albert" Sowell, Jr.
Nov 17, 1918 - Sep 17, 1991

James Albert Sowell, Jr., 72, died Sept. 17, 1991, in Glendora, Calif.

Graveside services will be 1:30 p.m. Friday in Oakwood Cemetery with Mr. Russell Bankes officiatig.  Corley Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

He was born Nov. 17, 1918, in Corsicana.  He had been a personnel manager for 3 years at an autobobile parts manufacturing plant in Royal, Ind.

Survivors include one sister, Betty Beecher of Houston; and one brother, Jim Sowell of Dallas.

Notes:

• The Corsicana Daily Sun - Thurs., Sep 19, 1991
• Submitted by  Karen Rost
• From the collection of the Liz Gillespie Genealogy Dept., Corsicana Library
• s/o James Albert "Al" Sowell, Sr. & Esther (Zellner) Sowell
• Corsicana High School Class of 1937

Robert E. "Punch" Minatra
Jan 11, 1936 - Sep 19, 1991

R.E. (Punch) Minatra, 55 of Corsicana, died Sept. 19, 1991, at M.D. Anderson Hospital in Houston.

Services will be 3 p.m. Saturday at Griffin-Roughton Funeral Home. Burial will be at Hamilton-Beeman Cemetery.

He was preceded in death by his mother, Maybell Minatra, on June 14, 1978.

Survivors include one son, Brandon Minatra of Corsicana; one step-son, Allen Bryant of Corsicana; three daughters and sons-in-law, Cathy and Mike Reeves of Corsicana, Marsh and Dennis Dickerson of Corsicana and Sharon and tim Minatra of Wortham; his father, Robert H. Minatra of Corsicana; three sisters, Elouise Holder of Garland, Geraldine Dixon and Bessie Nichols, both of Corsicana; one step-sister, Kay Stuckley; one step-brother, Kenneth Danford; seven grandchildren; and a number of nieces and nephews.

Pallbearers will be Brian Holder, Danny Nichols, Nick Nichols, Todd Nichols, Rob Dixon, and Jeff Dixon.

The family will receive visitors from 7 to 9 p.m. at the Griffin-Roughton Funeral Home.

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• The Corsicana Daily Sun - Fri., Sep 20, 1991
• Submitted by  Karen Rost
• From the collection of the Liz Gillespie Genealogy Dept., Corsicana Library
• s/o Robert Haywood Minatra and  Maybell (Monroe) Minatra
  

Luisa (Gonzales) Rincon
Nov 13, 1908 - Sep 20, 1991

Luisa Rincon, 82, of Rice, died Sept. 20, 1991, at Navarro Regional Hospital.

Graveside services will be 3 p.m. Sunday in the Calvary Cemetery, with Father George Monaghan officiating.  Griffin-Roughton Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

Survivors include four sons, Tiburcio Rincon of Mineral Wells, Antonio Rincon of Red Oak, Jesse Rincon of Rice and Abel Rincon of Austin; one daughter, Socorro Gallardo of Dallas; 15 grandchildren; 10 great-grandchildren; and two sisters, Francisca Perez of San Antonio, and Eustolia Gonzalez of Laredo.

Notes:

• The Corsicana Daily Sun - Sun., Sep 22, 1991
• Submitted by  Karen Rost
• w/o Jose Rincon, Sr.
• From the collection of the Liz Gillespie Genealogy Dept., Corsicana Library

Alfred Benjamin Gordon - (1907 - 1991)
Jan 31, 1907 - Sep 23, 1991

Alfred B. Gordon, 84, of Dallas, died Sept. 23, 1991, at Methodist Medical Center in Dallas.

Services will be 2:30 p.m. Wednesday at Corley Funeral Chapel. Burial will be in Hamilton-Beeman Cemetery in Retreat.

He was born Jan. 31, 1907, in Frost.  He was a retired metal fabricator with the Dallas Metal Smith Company, and was a member of the Grace Baptist Temple in Duncanville.

He was preceded in death by his father, John D. Gordon, and his mother, Victoria West Gordon.

Survivors include his wife, Thelma Finch Gordon of Dallas; one daughter, Vickie Tate of Garland; one brother, Alvin Gordon of Arlington; four sisters, Ira Dee Cox and Irma Krebs, both of Waco, Alma Cook of Conroe and Opal Fink of Lufkin; one grand-daughter; and a number of nieces and nephews.

Notes:

• The Corsicana Daily Sun - Tues., Sep 24, 1991
• Submitted by  Karen Rost
• From the collection of the Liz Gillespie Genealogy Dept., Corsicana Library

Paul L. Keeton
Sep 22, 1912 - Sep 22, 1991

Paul L. Keaton, 79, of Dallas, died Sept. 22, 1991, at Baylor Hospital in Dallas.

Services will be 1 p.m. Thursday at Johnson Memorial Church of God in Christ, with Elder E.L. Baptist officiating.  Burial will be in the Woodland Cemetery under direction of Ross and Johnson Mortuary.

Survivors include three sons, Paul L. Keeton Jr., of Dallas, Elder Lee J. Keeton Sr., of Corsicana and Jeremiah Keeton of Grand Prairie; two daughters, Pinkie Morgan of Dallas and Juanita Andrews of Balch Springs; two brothers, L.E. Matthews of Houston and Ira J. Keaton of Navasota; two sisters Eliza Mims of Perris, Calif., and Lizzie Allen of Houston; 20 grandchildren; and 17 great-grandchildren.

Pallbearers will be Paul L. Keeton, Michael Keeton, Johnny Keeton, Lee J. Keeton Jr., Vincent Keeton and Tory B. Morgan.

Notes:

• The Corsicana Daily Sun - Tues., Sep 24, 1991
• Submitted by  Karen Rost
• From the collection of the Liz Gillespie Genealogy Dept., Corsicana Library
• s/o Jack Keeton & Laura D. Keeton-Woodard

Gladys Louise (Shelton) Hall
Dec 10, 1914 - Sep 24, 1991

Gladys Shelton Hall. 76, of Kerens, died Sept. 24, 1991, in Kerens.

Services will be 3:30 p.m. Wednesday at the Kerens Presbyterian Church, with the Rev. John McCord and the Rev. John Shipman officiating.  Burial will be in the Kerens City Cemetery under direction of Paschal Funeral Home.

She was born Dec. 10, 1914, in Hunting Grove, Texas.  She was a housewife and owner of Hall Grocery Store in Kerens for many years.

Survivors include one daughter, Anna Spurlock of Kerens; one son-in-law, Ottis Ray Spurlock of Kerens; one granddaughter, Sandra Ball of Ennis; one grandson-in-law, Mike Ball of Ennis; two great-grandchildren; one brother, Ralph Shelton of Paris; one step-sister, Elizabeth Strickland of Fort Worth; and a number of nieces and nephews.

Pallbearers will be Aubrey Earley, John Beck, A.L. Saunders, James Kelley, Jerry Regan and Joe Sims.

Notes:

• The Corsicana Daily Sun - Tues., Sep 24, 1991
• Submitted by  Karen Rost
• From the collection of the Liz Gillespie Genealogy Dept., Corsicana Library

John Henry Gorden
May 20, 1911 - Aug. 23, 1991

John Henry Gorden, 80, of Frost, died Aug. 23, 1991, at the Ennis Care Center.

Services will be 4 p.m. Sunday at the Griffin-Roughton Funeral Home in Blooming Grove, with the Rev. Randy Pell officiating. Burial will be in the Dresden Cemetery.

Survivors include five sons, J.H. Gorden and Bob Gorden, both of Navarro Mills, Herman Gorden of Dallas, Donald Gorden of Paris, and Tommy Gorden of Whitewright; two daughters, Patsy Tope of Kent, Wash., and Peggy Kindrick of nNavarro Mills; 22 grandchildren, 28 great-grandchildren; one great-great-grandchild; four brothers, Bill Gorden of Corsicana, Ray Gorden of Navarro Mills, Elton Gorden of Lancaster, and Raymond Gorden of Barry; and five sisters, Bea Taylor of San Diego, Ethel Saunders of Blooming Grove, Pat Dawson of Matagorda, Texas, and Maxine Gorden and Daisy Scruggs, both of Corsicana.

Grandsons will serve as pallbearers.

Notes:

• The Corsicana Daily Sun - Sun.., Aug 25, 1991
• Submitted by  Karen Rost
• From the collection of the Liz Gillespie Genealogy Dept., Corsicana Library

Jessie Raymond "Jake" Calhoun
Jul 26, 1912 - Aug 24, 1991

Jessie (Jake) Calhoun, 79, of Blooming Grove, died Aug. 24, 1991, at his residence after a long illness.

Services will be 3 p.m. Sunday at the Corley Funeral Chapel in Corsicana, with Russell Bankes and Solon Bailey officiating. Burial will be in the Campbell-Elrod Cemetery.

He was born July 26, 1912, near Blooming Grove.  He had lived in Lancaster where he was a barber and later lived and ranched near Canton.  He was a member of the Church of Christ.

Survivors include his wife, Kathleen Farmer Calhoun of Blooming Grove; three daughters, Sondra Moore of Farmers Branch, Shirlynn Beason of Forney, and Rita Thomas of Plano; two sons, Larry Calhoun of Italy, and Royce Calhoun of Richardson; nine grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; and three sisters, Lula Tipping of Blooming Grove, Addie Goodwin of Waxahachie, and Lois Stubblefield of Frost.

Pallbearers will be Kyle Calhoun, Cary Calhoun, Clay Beason, Shawn Thomas, Mark Calhoun, Dwayne Copeland, Harold Tipping and Shawn Smith.

Honorary pallbearers will be Don McKay, Norman Thomas, Dawson Brewer, Charlie Miller, Frank Mattos, Lewis Thomas, Jimmy Terry, Chester LaFollett, Clovis Haden and Donald Biggs.

Notes:

• The Corsicana Daily Sun - Sun.., Aug 25, 1991
• Submitted by  Karen Rost
• From the collection of the Liz Gillespie Genealogy Dept., Corsicana Library

Myrtle Lee (Blackmon) Clark-Griffin
Oct 2, 1909 - Aug 27, 1991

Myrtle L. Griffin, 81, of Barry, died Aug. 27, 1991, at Navarro Regional Hospital

Graveside services will be 10:30 a.m. Thursday at the Dresden Cemetery.  Corley Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

She was born Oct. 2, 1909, near Waco.  She was a member of the Barry Baptist Church.

Survivors include a daughter and son-in-law, Margaret and Max Barnes of Emhouse; two sisters, Lucille Fuller of Blooming Grove and Mazie Griffin of Fort Worth; two brothers, J.O. Blackmon of Blooming Grove and S.R. Blackmon of Palestine; one grandson; and a number of nieces and nephews.

The family will receive visitors from 7 to 9 p.m. Wednesday, at Corley Funeral Home.

Notes:

• The Corsicana Daily Sun - Tues., Aug 27, 1991
• Submitted by  Karen Rost
• From the collection of the Liz Gillespie Genealogy Dept., Corsicana Library

Annie Saletta (Denbow) Travis
Oct 11, 1900 - Aug 27, 1991

Annie Denbow Travis, 90, of DeSoto, died Aug. 27, 1991, in Lancaster.

Services were 10 a.m. Wednesday at the Corley Funeral Chapel, with the Rev. Charles Paschall officiating.  Burial was in Oakwood Cemetery.

She was born Oct. 11, 1900, in Chatfield.

She is survived by one son, William D. Travis of DeSoto; three brothers; C.A. Denbow of Ennis, and C.G. Denbow and B.E. Denbow, both of Corsicana; four sisters, Lacy Paschall and Lola Gilbert, both of Corsicana, Orine Adams of Malakoff, and Florene Johnson of Hallettsville; two granddaughters, Betsy Myers of Lancaster and Holli Jo Thompson of DeSoto; two great-grandchildren; and a number of nieces and nephews.

Nephews served as pallbearers.

Notes:

• The Corsicana Daily Sun - Wed.., Aug 28, 1991
• Submitted by Karen Rost

Wayne Lynn "Scott" Watkins
Nov 11, 1923 - Aug. 28, 1991

Wayne (Scott) Warkins, 67, of Barry, died Aug. 28, 1991, in Barry.

Services will be 10 a.m. Friday, at Corley Funeral Chapel, with the Rev. B.F. Risinger Jr. officiating.  Burial will be in Oakwood Cemetery.

He was born Nov. 11, 1923, in Barry.  He graduated from Barry High School and Navarro College. He served in the Army during World War II and was a member of the Masonic Lodge.  He retired from Mobil Oil Co. after 30 years.

He is survived by his wife, Pat Watkins of Barry; one daughter and son-in-law, Susan and Jack McMath of Corsicana; one sister, Josephine Broger of Barry; and three grandsons, Justin Hooper, Jason Hooper and Bankston McMath, all of Corsicana.

Pallbearers will be Tim Conger, Wade Braly, Tom Arnold, John Arnold, Steve Phillips, Bobby Ellis, Danny Patterson, Raymond Worsham and Jeff Mize.

Notes:

• The Corsicana Daily Sun - Thurs.., Aug 29, 1991
• Submitted by  Karen Rost
• U.S. Army WWII
• From the collection of the Liz Gillespie Genealogy Dept., Corsicana Library
• Oakwood Cem.

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Death Is Ruled Accidental
by Cleo Beard

The death of a Barry man Wednesday afternoon has been ruled accidental by Navarro County authorities.

Wayne Lynn "Scott" Watkins, 67 died instantly as he struck his head on a support beam in his barn during a fall, according to Justice of the Peace Connie Mayfield.

The body was discovered around 2 p.m. Wednesday by Watkins' nephew in a barn located in the southwest corner of the community.

Maybield said Watkins was working in the barn that morning and when he did not return home that afternoon the nephew went to look for him.

It is uncerttain whether Watkins fall was due to a loss of balance or if he was knocked down by a cow that was in the barn at the time, according to Mayfield "it's a sad situation," saie Mayfield.  "He was a nice man."

Funeral services will be 10 a.m. Friday at Corley Funeral Chapel with Rev. B.F. Risinger officiating.

He graduated from Barry High School and Navarro College.  He served in the U.S. Army during World War II and was a member of the Masonic Lodge.  He retired from Mobil Oil Co. after 30 years.

Notes:

• The Corsicana Daily Sun - Thurs., Aug 29, 1991
• Submitted by  Karen Rost
• From the collection of the Liz Gillespie Genealogy Dept., Corsicana Library

Roland Edward Neyens
Jul 15, 1929 - Aug 26, 1991

Roland Edward Neyens, 62, of Dawson, died Aug. 26, 1991, in a Waco hospital.

Graveside services are 11 a.m. Friday in Liberty Hill Cemetery near Dawson, with the Rev. Paul Thompson officiating.  Wade Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

He was born July 15, 1929, in Toledo, Ohio, and had lived in Dawson and Navarro Mills for eight years where he was a rancher. He was a retired machine operator and served in the U.S. Army from 1951 to 1953.  He was a member of the Baptist church.

Survivors include two sons, Thomas Edward Neyens and Roy Allan Neyens, both of Dawson; one sister, LaVern Roe of Taylor, Mich.; and two grandchildren.

Notes:

• The Corsicana Daily Sun - Thurs., Aug 29, 1991
• Submitted by  Karen Rost
• s/o Edward N. Neyens and Helen Catherine (Frouschi) Neyens
• From the collection of the Liz Gillespie Genealogy Dept., Corsicana Library

Mattie Lee (Packer) Ward
Aug 28, 1991

Mattie Lee Ward, 87, of Winkler died Aug. 28, 1991, at her residence.

Wake services will be 6 p.m. Friday at the Ross and Johnson Mortuary Chapel.  Funeral service will be 2:30 p.m. Saturday at the Johnson Memorial Church of God and Christ, with Rev. Charles Kelly officiating.  Burial will be in Pleasant Hall Cemetery in Winkler.

Survivors include three sons, Duffie Ward and Cager Ward Sr., both of Winkler, and W.C. Woods of Fairfield; and 22 grandchildren, including Carolyn J. Peterson of Duncanville and Barbara A. Ward of Dallas.

Notes:

• The Corsicana Daily Sun - Thurs., Aug 29, 1991
• Submitted by  Karen Rost
• From the collection of the Liz Gillespie Genealogy Dept., Corsicana Library

Jerry Allen Mosley
Sep 7, 1947 - Aug 28, 1991

Jerry Allen Mosley, 43, of Dallas, died Aug. 28, 1991, at Parkland Hospital in Dallas.

Services will be 12:30 p.m. Saturday at the Bethlehem Baptist Church, with the Rev. Dairy Johnson officiating.  Burial will be in Woodland Cemetery under the direction of Ross and Johnson Mortuary.

Survivors include his wife, Mildred Harris Mosley of Dallas; one daughter, Brenda Wright of Dallas; one son, Dectrick Lashon Harris of Dallas; his mother, Ida Lee Mosley of Corsicana; four brothers Elton Mosley, Jerry "Joe" Mosley and Marvin Mosley, all of Dallas, and Wadell Mosley of Corsicana; and three sisters, Nanrine Bonner and Ida Pear Land, both of Corsicana and Dorothy Nell Smith of Mississippi.

Notes:

• The Corsicana Daily Sun - Fri., Aug 30, 1991
• Submitted by  Karen Rost
• From the collection of the Liz Gillespie Genealogy Dept., Corsicana Library
• h/o Mildred (Harris) Mosley; s/o Lee A. Mosley & Ida Lee (Washington) Mosley
  

Eurita Jean "Rita"  (Davis) Mooneyhan
Apr 21, 1937 - Aug 13, 1991

Rita Mooneyhan, 54, of Corsicana, died Aug. 13, 1991, at Navarro Regional Hospital.

Services will be 2 p.m. Thursday, at the Corley Funeral Chapel, with the Rev. and Mrs. Robert Guthrie officiating.

She was born April 21, 1937, in Ben Wheeler.  She attended Corsicana High School and was a member of the Grace and Truth Gospel Tabernacle in Palestine.

Survivors include two daughter, Cindy Hightower and Lisa Mooneyhan, both of Corsicana; one son, Mark Mooneyhan of Corsicana; eight grandchildren; one sister, Joyce Lewis of Palestine; one brother, Charles Davis of Van; and several nieces and nepjhews.

Pallbearers will be members of the Navarro County Sheriff's Office.

Notes:

• The Corsicana Daily Sun - Wed., Aug 14, 1991
• Submitted by  Karen Rost
• From the collection of the Liz Gillespie Genealogy Dept., Corsicana Library
• w/o Olan Leon Mooneyhan; d/o William Elvin Davis & Lorena (Bobbit) Davis
• Hamilton-Beeman Cemetery, Retrat, Navarro Co., TX
• Corsicana High School Class of about 1955
  

Edith Blondell (Warren) Earley-Thorn
Dec 26, 1925 - Aug 16, 1991

Blondell Thorn, 66, of Corsicana died August. 16, 1991.

Services will be 2 p.m. Sunday at Paschal Funeral Home in Kerens with Mr. Joe Warren officiating.  Interment will be at Prairie Point Cemetery.

She was a resident of Retreat for the past 22 years.

Survivors include one son, James N. Earley of Rockdale, TX; one daughter, Roxie Scherer of Birmingham, Ala.; her mother, Opal Warren of Athens; one sister, Wanell Starks of Garland; two brothers, Waylon Warren of Athens and Jesse Warren of Marlin; and four grandchildren.

Nephews will serve as pallbearers, and Ronnie Westbrook will serve as honorary pallbearer.

The family will receive visitors from 3 to 5 p.m. Saturday.

Notes:

• The Corsicana Daily Sun - Sat., Aug 17, 1991
• Submitted by  Karen Rost
• From the collection of the Liz Gillespie Genealogy Dept., Corsicana Library
• w/o Norwood Nelson "Rip" Earley & Harry Leland Thorn; d/o Benjamin Sloan Warren & Opal Faye (Tyner) Warren

Bruce A. Gifford
May 16, 1934 - Aug. 16, 1991

Bruce A. Gifford, 57, of Corsicana, died Aug. 16, 1991, at his residence.

Services will be 7 p.m. Sunday at the Corley Funeral Chapel with the Rev. Allen Goss officiating.

He was born May 16, 1934 in Valley Stone, N.Y., and was a music director at First Methodist church in Ennis.  He had been a school teacher in New York before moving to Ennis.

He is survived by his wife, Evelyn Gifford of Corsicana; three sons, Brian Gifford of Chicago and Edward Borden and Brian Borden, both of Corsicana; two daughters, Jodia Gifford of Cedar Hill ajnd Kimberly Gifford of Corsicana; three brothers, Lee Gifford, Roy Gifford and Alan Gifford, all of New York; and seven grandchildren.

Notes:

• The Corsicana Daily Sun - Sat.., Aug 17, 1991
• Submitted by  Karen Rost
• From the collection of the Liz Gillespie Genealogy Dept., Corsicana Library
• No burial

James Allen Williams
Jul 24, 1943 - Aug 19, 1991

James Allen Williams, 48, of Denton died Aug. 19, 1991, in Denton.

Graveside services will be 10 a.m. Thursday at Hamilton-Beeman Cemetery, with Dr. David Hale officiating.  Corley Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

He was born July 24, 1943 in Corsicana.

Survivors include his mother, Edna Main of Corpus Christi; two sisters, Marianna Williams of Malakoff and Michael McCord of Rice; two nieces, Andrea Underhill of Malakoff and Stacy Reynolds of Rice; two nephews, Mathew Underhill of Malakoff and Otin Reynolds of Rice; and three grandchildren.

Notes:

• The Corsicana Daily Sun - Wed.., Aug 21, 1991
• Submitted by  Karen Rost
• Cemetery Marker has "James Alan Williams"
  
• h/o Deborah Ann (Slater) Williams-Tays; d/o James Douglas "Bud" Williams & Edna Eleanor (O'Conner) Williams
• From the collection of the Liz Gillespie Genealogy Dept., Corsicana Library

Nila Jean (Goswick) Sinclair
Aug 17, 1934 - Aug 21, 1991

Nila Jean Sinclair, 57, of Albuquerque, N.M., died Aug. 21, 1991, in Albuquerque.

Graveside services will be 10 a.m. Saturday in the Oakwood Cemetery, with Robert Mahoney officiating.  Griffin-Roughton Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

She was a former resident of Corsicana.

Survivors include her husband, Robert Sinclair of Albuquerque, N.M.; one son, Robert Sinclair Jr. of Albuquerque, N.M.;  one son and daughter-in-law, Noble and Diana Sinclair of Albuquerque, N.M.; one daughter and son-in-law, Diana and Kevin Eddy of Albuquerue, N.M.; her mother Mae Goswick of Corsicana; three sisters, Eula Mae Haynie and Ellene French, both of Corsicana, and Wynelle Garrison of Kemp; five grandchildren; and her father-in-law and mother-inlaw, Mr. and Mrs. M.M. Rhea of Corsicana.

Notes:

• The Corsicana Daily Sun - Thurs., Aug 22, 1991
• Submitted by  Karen Rost
• w/o Robert Sinclair; d/o Zeffie Ewell Goswick & Melissa Mae (Park) Goswick
• From the collection of the Liz Gillespie Genealogy Dept., Corsicana Library

• View Obituary Clipping

• View Obituary Clipping

Vernett Kelly
Jul 8, 1935 - Aug 15, 1991

Vernett Kelly, 56, of Corsicana died Aug. 21, 1991 at Navarro Regional Hospital.

Services will be 2 p.m. Saturday at Grace Temple AME Church with Rev. Paul Curry officiating.

Burial will be in Woodland Cemetery.  Scott Funeral Home will be in charge of the arrangements.

"Quiet Hour" will be Friday night from 7 to 8 p.m.

Survivors include his wife Maxine Curry Kelly of Corsicana; two daughters, Carolyn D. Kelly of Houston and Felicia J. Miller of Corsicana; seven sons, Roderick Kelly and Russell Kelly, both of Nacodoches, James Turner and Skipper Turner, both of Corsicana, Darrell Turner and Byron Turner, both of Dallas, and Clem Turner of Arizona; his mother, Martha Kelly; five sisters, Faye White, Annette LaVine, Edna Mae Ferguson and Katherine Jones, all of Dallas, and Sherry Anderson of Corsicana; seven brothers, Louis Kelly of Tyler, Bobby Kelly of Warrington, Va., Michael Kelly, Johnny Kelly, L.C. Wilson and Ronald Kelly, all of Dallas, and Kerry Kelly of California; four aunts, Ora Lee Wilson of Tyler, Minnie Kelly, Juanita Davis and Dorothy Bridgett, all of Dallas; four uncles, Elder Earnest McGilvery of Fort Worth, Elder David Thompson of Corsicana, John McGilvery of Dallas and Jeff Nollie of Corsicana; 11 grandchildren; and a host of nieces and nephews.

Notes:

• The Corsicana Daily Sun -Fri.., Aug 23, 1991
• Submitted by  Karen Rost
• h/o Maxine (Curry) Kelly; d/o Willie Lewis Kelly and Martha (Modesty) Kelly
• From the collection of the Liz Gillespie Genealogy Dept., Corsicana Library

Lula Vivian (Wigley) Graham-Carter
Mar 23, 1902 - Aug 23, 1991

Vivian Carter, 89 of Corsicana, died Aug. 23, 1991, at Corsicana Nursing Home.

Services will be 3 p.m. Sunday at the Griffin-Roughton Funeral Home, with the Rev. Mike Madden officiating.  Burial will be in the Hamilton-Beeman Cemetery.

She was a member of St. Luke's Methodist Church.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Frank Carter, and by one son, Edward E. Graham.

She is survived by one son, Don Carter of Houston; three daughters, Franki Drawe of LaGrange, Margie Hill of Cedar Hill, and Vivian Green of Corsicana; 12 grandchildren; and four great-great-grandchildren.

Pallbearers will be Jack Drawe, Bill Hill, Bart Hill, David Graham, George Graham, and Billy Talley.

Notes:

• The Corsicana Daily Sun - Sun.., Aug 25, 1991
• Submitted by  Karen Rost
• w/o George Edward Graham, Jr. & Henderson Frank Carter; d/o William Jefferson Wigley & Addie Lee (McKissack)  Wigley
• From the collection of the Liz Gillespie Genealogy Dept., Corsicana Library

Gregory Quarles
Jan 28, 1954 - Sep 5, 1991

Gregory Quarles, 37, of Dallas, died Sept. 5, 1991, in Dallas.

Wake services will be 7 to 8 p.m. Monday at the Cedar Crest Funeral Chapel in Dallas.  Services will be 1 p.m. Tuesday at the Greater Memorial Baptist Church in Dallas, with the Rev. E.A. Sneed officiating.  Burial will be in Woodland Cemetery under the direction of Ross and Johnson Mortuary.

Survivors include his mother, Jurleen Quarles of Dallas; three brothers, Donald R. Quarles, Arthur E. Quarles and Daryl R. Quarles, all of Dallas; one sister, Michelle Quarles Thomas; maternal grandfather, Lorenzo Quarles of Dallas; and paternal grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Nathaniel Stevenson of Corsicana.

Pallbearers will be Larry Bryant, Darrell Harbert, Lupe Pesina, Jerry Wright, Freddie Lee Brooks, Bruce Hunter, Louis King and Maxell Malone.

Notes:

• The Corsicana Daily Sun - Mon., Sep 9, 1991
• Submitted by  Karen Rost
• From the collection of the Liz Gillespie Genealogy Dept., Corsicana Library
• s/o Cecil Stevenson & Jearline Quarles

Cecil Carl Crowley
Aug 31, 1908 - Jul 31, 1991

Cecil Carl Crowley, 82, died July 31, 1991, in Ruston La.

Services were 11 a.m. Aug. 3, at Trinity United Methodist Church in Ruston, with Dr. Doug McGuire, Dr. Byrl Moreland and the Rev. Rolly Walker officiating.  Burial was in Greenwood Cemetery in Greenwood, La., under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home in Ruston

He was born Aug. 31, 1908, in Corsicana.  He was a coach, a veteran of World War II, and a member of Trinity United Methodist church.

Survivors include his wife, Melissa Crowley; one daughter, Virginia C. Wooley; three grandchildren; two sisters, Anna Mae Bryant and Opal Kenner, both of Tyler; and several nieces and nephews.

Pallbearers were Jimmy Mize, L.D. Napper, Archie Craig, Garland Gregory, John Ed Barnes, George "Red" Latham and Jerry Lovett.

Notes:

• The Corsicana Daily Sun - Tues., Sep 10, 1991
• Submitted by  Karen Rost
• From the collection of the Liz Gillespie Genealogy Dept., Corsicana Library

Edna Elizabeth (Womack) Davis
Jan 25, 1906 - Sep 11, 1991

Edna Davis, 85, of Corsicana, died Sept. 11, 1991, at Lake Point Medical Center in Rowlett.

Services will be 10 a.m. Saturday at Corley Funeral Chapel with the Rev. Harold Scott officiating.  Burial will be in Resthaven Memorial Park.

She was born Jan. 25, 1906, in Purdon and was a lifelong resident of Navarro County.  She was a nurse and worked at the Corsicana State Home, Navarro Regional Hospital and for Dr. Charles Brown. She was a member of Emmanuel Baptist Church.

She was preceded in death by her husband, William H. Davis, in 1987.

Survivors include one daughter, Billy Ann Hurt of Garland; two grandchildren, Sharon Morrison and Glenn Thompson; two great-grandchildren; four brothers, George Womack of Waco, Lawrence Womack of Corbett, Matt Womack of Crawford and Duane Womack of Corsicana; and a number of nieces and nephews.

Notes:

• The Corsicana Daily Sun - Fri., Sep 13, 1991
• Submitted by  Karen Rost
•  From the collection of the Liz Gillespie Genealogy Dept., Corsicana Library
• w/o William Harvey Davis; d/o James Lawrence Womack & Annie (Tickle) Womack
  

Charles Thomas Jones
Jul 25, 1956 - Sep 10, 1991

Charles Thomas Jones, 35, of Kerens, died Sept. 10, 1991, in Waco.

Services will be 2 p.m. Saturday at First Methodist Church in Kerens, with the Rev. John Shipman officiating.  Burial will be in Oak Grove Cemetery.

Survivors include his parents, Bill and Jean Wright of Kerens; his father, George Jones of Arlington; two children, Lesa and Brandon; his grandmother, Vera Thomas of Brownwood; brothers, George Jones III, Casey Jones and Karl Jones; three sisters, Jessie Eckel, Dotty Sharkey and Jeanie Holt; three step-brothers, Mike Wright, Lewis Wright and Danny Wright; three step-sisters, Teresa Wilmot, Dana Glidden and Tammy Dyer; aunts and uncles including Nelson and Nancy Thomas of Brownwood, Don and Gladys Thomas of Waco and Connie Center of Irving; 29 nieces and nephews; and numerous cousins and friends.

Notes:

• The Corsicana Daily Sun - Fri., Sep 13, 1991
• Submitted by  Karen Rost
• From the collection of the Liz Gillespie Genealogy Dept., Corsicana Library

G. W. "Dub" Bratcher
Feb 22, 1924 - Sep 15, 1991

G.W. (Dub) Bratcher, 67 of Corsicana, died Sept. 13, 1991. Services will be 10 a.m. Tuesday at the Corley Funeral Chapel, with Richard Williams officiating.  Burial will be in the Dawson Cemetery. He was born Feb. 22, 1924, in Itasca.  He was a resident of Corsicana for the last 30 years.  He was a retired equipment operator for the Texas Highway Department.  He was a U.S. Navy veteran of World War II. Survivors include his wife, Doris Bratcher of Corsicana; one son and daughter-in-law, Charles and Carolyn Bratcher of Groesbeck; one granddaughter, natalie Bratcher of Groesbeck; and a number of nieces and nephews. Pallbearers were Patrick Burns, Roy Clyde Burns, Tommy Kalina, Ricky Moore, Richard Mahoney and Mike Burns

Notes:

• The Corsicana Daily Sun - Mon., Sep 16, 1991
• Submitted by  Karen Rost
• From the collection of the Liz Gillespie Genealogy Dept., Corsicana Library
• Born on George Washington's Birthday so was given Initials only
• h/o Doris Evelyn (Vaughn) Bratcher

Percy Mullins
Apr 6, 1916 - Sep 15, 1991

Percy Mullins, 77, of Corsicana, died Sept. 15, 1991, at Melhaven Nursing Home.

Services will be 11 a.m. Thursday at First Independent Baptist Church, with the Rev. Kennedy Young officiating.  Burial will be in Woodland Cemetery under direction of Ross and Johnson Mortuary.

Notes:

• The Corsicana Daily Sun - Tues., Sep 17, 1991
• Submitted by Karen Rost
• From the collection of the Liz Gillespie Genealogy Dept., Corsicana Library
• s/o Ed Mullins & Mabel Mullins
  

• The Corsicana Daily Sun -Fri., Oct. 11, 1991
• Submitted by Karen Rost
• From the collection of the Liz Gillespie Genealogy Dept., Corsicana Library
• w/o Walter Gardner Johnston; d/o Dr. James Judson Hamilton & Emma Caldonia (Holley) Hamilton
  

• The Corsicana Daily Sun - Sun., Oct. 13, 1991
• Submitted by Karen Rost
• From the collection of the Liz Gillespie Genealogy Dept., Corsicana Library

• The Corsicana Daily Sun - Sun., Oct 13, 1991
• Submitted by Karen Rost
• From the collection of the Liz Gillespie Genealogy Dept., Corsicana Library
• h/o Evelyn (Smalling) Lewis; s/o Elick Lewis & Lucie Ellen (Bertram) Bradford

• The Corsicana Daily Sun - Sun., Oct 13, 1991
• Submitted by Karen Rost
• From the collection of the Liz Gillespie Genealogy Dept., Corsicana Library
• w/o William Nearos

• The Corsicana Daily Sun - Thurs., Oct 17, 1991
• Submitted by Karen Rost
• From the collection of the Liz Gillespie Genealogy Dept., Corsicana Library
• Oakwood Cemetery, Corsicana, Navarro Co., TX
  
• Corsicana High School Class of 1918
  

• The Corsicana Daily Sun - Sat., Oct. 19, 1991
• Submitted by Karen Rost
• From the collection of the Liz Gillespie Genealogy Dept., Corsicana Library

• The Corsicana Daily Sun - Sat., Oct. 19, 1991
• Submitted by Karen Rost
• From the collection of the Liz Gillespie Genealogy Dept., Corsicana Library
• Marshall Cemetery
• w/o Gerald Wade Brannon - d/o Mollie Bell (Coleman) Speed

Carey Ann (Kenner) Blount
Mar 7, 1929 - Jan 14, 2013

Mrs. Ann Kenner Blount, 83, passed away peacefully with her family by her side on Monday, Jan. 14, 2013, at the Belmont at Twin Creeks Nursing Home in Allen, Texas. Graveside services will be at 1 p.m., Saturday, Jan. 19, at Oakwood Cemetery in Corsicana, with Dr. Rick Lamb officiating. A remembrance gathering will follow at the Holiday Inn Express in Corsicana at Hwy 287 and I45. Carey Ann was born in Corsicana, Texas, to the late William B. Janie Kenner. She graduated from Corsicana High School in 1946. Ann spent over 30 years in Pasadena, Texas, where she raised her family and took pride in her work as an employment counselor. She loved playing bridge and enjoyed bargain shopping, especially for jewelry. Ann was a very fun-loving individual and as a result, had many, many friends. She always considered Corsicana her "home" where she spent her remaining years. Ann was preceded in death by her husband, Wayne Blount; siblings, Jane Rouse and William Kenner; and a grandson, Richard Davidson. She is survived by her son, Dr. Fred Raby, and wife, Penny, of Hewitt; daughter, Lynda Davidson, and husband, Mike, of Allen; the father of her children, Emmett W. Raby; four grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; other relatives and many friends.

Notes:

• Waco Tribune-Herald: 1/18/2013

• The Corsicana Daily Sun - Sat., Oct. 19, 1991
• Submitted by  Karen Rost
• From the collection of the Liz Gillespie Genealogy Dept., Corsicana Library

• The Corsicana Daily Sun - Mon., Oct. 21, 1991
• Submitted by  Karen Rost
• d/o Gentle Freeman & Willie Faye (Wafer) White
• From the collection of the Liz Gillespie Genealogy Dept., Corsicana Library
  

• The Corsicana Daily Sun  - Mon. Oct 21, 1991
• Submitted by  Karen Rost
• From the collection of the Liz Gillespie Genealogy Dept., Corsicana Library

• The Corsicana Daily Sun - Tues, Oct. 22, 1991
• Submitted by  Karen Rost
• From the collection of the Liz Gillespie Genealogy Dept., Corsicana Library
  

• The Corsicana Daily Sun - Wed., Oct. 23, 1991
• Submitted by  Karen Rost
• US ARMY WWII
• Korea POW
• Vietnam
• From the collection of the Liz Gillespie Genealogy Dept., Corsicana Library
  

• The Corsicana Daily Sun -Thurs., Oct 24, 1991
• Submitted by  Karen Rost
• From the collection of the Liz Gillespie Genealogy Dept., Corsicana Library
• Oakwood Cemetery, Corsicana, Navarro Co., TX
  

• The Corsicana Daily Sun - Fri., Oct. 25, 1991
• Submitted by  Karen Rost
• From the collection of the Liz Gillespie Genealogy Dept., Corsicana Library

Willie Lee (Widener) Reeves-Pharris
Sep 5, 1904 - Oct 4, 1991

Willie Lee Pharris, 87, of Dallas, died Oct. 4, 1991, in Dallas.

Services are 2 p.m. Sunday at Corley Funeral Home, with Dr. James McKee officiating.  Burial will be in Oakwood Cemetery.

She was born Sept. 5, 1904, in Dawson, and had lived in Corsicana for many years.  She was a housewife and a member of Memorial Baptist church in Corsicana.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Hiram Pharris, and one son, L.J. Reeves.

Survivors include one sister, Thelma Holloway of Dallas; two grandsons, Gary Lee and Billy Dan Reeves; and a number of nieces and nephews.

Pallbearers will be Virgil Widener, James Widener, Rickey Kuykendall, Charles Herren, Aubrey Farmer and Warsham Crawford.

Notes:

• The Corsicana Daily Sun - Sun., Oct. 6, 1991
• Submitted by Karen Rost
• From the collection of the Liz Gillespie Genealogy Dept., Corsicana Library

Bertie May (Stevens) Carroll
May 4, 1915 - Oct 7, 1991

Bertie Mae Carroll, 76, of Kerens died Oct. 7, 1991, at Navarro Regional Hospital.

Services will be 2 p.m. Tuesday at the Paschal Funeral Home Chapel, with the Rev. Chuck Biscoe and the Rev. Lloyd Loven officiating.  Burial will be in Kerens City Cemetery.

She was born may 4, 1915, in Magnolia, Ark.  She was a teacher i the Kerens Independent School District and a housewife.

Survivors include her husband, Homer Carroll Jr. of Kerens; two daughters, Patsy Weems of Malakoff and Suzannd Odom of Kerens; one brother, C.D. Stevens of California; one sister Beulah Godley of Arkansas; and four grandchildren.

Pallbearers will be Alan Paul, Bob McNeeley, L.B. Howell, Roy Pryor, Tom Washburn, Hobart Hillard, Henry Atkeissohn and Travis Horn.

Honorary pallbearers are Homer Bobbitt, Joe Baker and W.L. Baine.

Notes:

• The Corsicana Daily Sun - Mon., Oct 7, 1991
• Submitted by Karen Rost
• From the collection of the Liz Gillespie Genealogy Dept., Corsicana Library
  
• w/o Luther Homer Carroll, Jr. - d/o Dr. Clorbin DeKalb Stevens and Lena (Clayton) Stevens
  

Billy Gene Young
Aug 17, 1921 - Oct 3, 1991

Billy Gene Young, 70, of Grandview died Oct. 3, 1991, at his residence.

Graveside services were 10 a.m. Saturday in Oakwood Cemetery, with Mike Wood officiating.  Griffin-Roughton Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.

He is survived by his wife, Billie Young of Grandview; two sons, John Marshall Young of Grandview and Bill Scott Young of Fort Hood; two daughters, Marsha Basham of Corsicana, and Kathy Brandon of Sand Flat; and four grandchildren.

Notes:

• The Corsicana Daily Sun - Mon., Oct 7, 1991
• Submitted by Karen Rost
• From the collection of the Liz Gillespie Genealogy Dept., Corsicana Library

Johnnie (Waterman) Crain
Aug 15, 1899 - Oct 4, 1991

Mrs. Johnnie Waterman Crain, 92, of Palm Desert, Calif., died Oct. 4, 1991, in Palm Desert.

Graveside services will be 4 p.m. Tuesday in Resthaven Memorial Park, with the Rev. B.F. Risinger Jr. officiating.  Corley Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

She was born Aug. 15, 1899, in Paris and was a former resident of Corsicana.  She was a homemaker and a member of First Baptist Church in Corsicana.

Survivors include one daughter, Betty Crain Stroube of Dallas; two granddaughters, Elizabeth Stroube Johnson and Susan Stroube Moore, both of Dallas; six great-grandchildren; one sister, Jessie Florence Bristow of Houston; one brother, George Waterman of Paris; and a number of nieces and nephews.

Notes:

• The Corsicana Daily Sun - Mon., Oct 7, 1991
• Submitted by Karen Rost
• From the collection of the Liz Gillespie Genealogy Dept., Corsicana Library
  

Mattie Estelle (Stovall) Porterfield
May 3, 1894 - Oct 6, 1991


Mattie E. Porterfield, 97, of Corsicana, died Oct. 6, 1991, at Navarro Regional Hospital.

Services will be 2 p.m. Wednesday at the Corley Funeral Chapel, with Randy Daughtery officiating.  Burial will be in Resthaven Memorial Park.  Corley Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

She was born May 2, 1894, in Corsicana and was a lifelong resident of Corsicana.  She was a retired seamstress and a member of the Church of Christ at West Hill.

She is survived by one grandson, Dennis Donoho Jr. of Corsicana; one granddaughter, Suzanne Maldonado of Corsicana; five great-grandchildren; one great-great-granddaughter; and a number of nieces and nephews.

Pallbearers will be Chris Donoho, Allen Bert McCain, Blair Beamon, Dan Dominy, J.R. Gunter and James Nelson.

Notes:

• The Corsicana Daily Sun - Tues., Oct 8, 1991
• Submitted by Karen Rost
• From the collection of the Liz Gillespie Genealogy Dept., Corsicana Library

Jackie M. Norton
Jul 25, 1898 - Oct 7, 1991

Jackie M. Norton, 89, of Kerens, died Oct. 4, 1991, at Scott and White Hospital in Temple.

Services will be 11 a.m. Thursday at Paschal Funeral Home, with the Rev. Chuck Biscoe officiating.  Graveside services will be 3 p.m. at Mt. Olivet Cemetery in Fort Worth.

Survivors include one grandson, J. Warren Russell of Germany.

Pallbearers will be Cliff Cartlidge, W.L. Bain, Ottis Ray Spurlock, Norton Conner, Jay Justice and Calvin Franklin.

Notes:

• The Corsicana Daily Sun -Tues., Oct 8, 1991
• Submitted by Karen Rost
• From the collection of the Liz Gillespie Genealogy Dept., Corsicana Library
  

Bertha (Simmons) Miller
Jul 25, 1898 - Oct 7, 1991


Mrs. Alvin G. "Bertha" Miller, 93, of Corsicana, died Oct. 7, 1991, at Navarro Regional Hospital.

Services will be 10 a.m. Thursday at Corley Fuenral Chapel, with the Rev. Horace Crowder and the Rev. O.E. Permenter officiating. Burial will be in Oakwood Cemetery.

She was born July 25, 1898, in Belton, and had lived in Corsicana for 51 years.  She was a Baptist for 50 years and a member of Emmanuel Baptist Church.

Survivors include her husband, Alvin G. Miller of Corsicana; one son, James A. Miller of Waxahachie; three grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren; one sister, Jewell Fuzzell of Corsicana; one brother, M.R. Simmons of Coleman; and a number of nieces and nephews.

Pallbearers will be George Good, H.W. Christian, H.V. Andrus, Jesse Richards, Harold Scott and Lloyd Averitt.

Honorary pallbearers will be member of the Bible Reader's Class of Emmanuel Baptist Church.

Notes:

• The Corsicana Daily Sun - Wed., Oct 9, 1991
• Submitted by Karen Rost
• From the collection of the Liz Gillespie Genealogy Dept., Corsicana Library
  

Mary Iba (Smith) Loveland
Sep 24, 1905 - Oct 7, 1991

Mary Iva "Smith" Loveland, 86, of Waxahachie, died Oct. 7, 1991, at Pleasant Manor Nursing Home in Waxahachie.

Services will be 2 p.m. Wednesday at the Methodist Church in Frost, with John Decker officiating.  Burial will be in Frost Cemetery.  Griffin-Roughton Funeral Home in Blooming Grove is in charge of arrangements.

She was a former resident of Frost.

Survivors include a number of nieces and nephews.

Notes:

• The Corsicana Daily Sun - Tues., Oct 8, 1991
• Submitted by Karen Rost
• From the collection of the Liz Gillespie Genealogy Dept., Corsicana Library
  

Bonnie May (Lewis) Howell
Jan 3, 1912 - Oct 8, 1991

Bonnie Howell, 79, of Athens, died Oct. 8, 1991, in Tyler.

Services will be 2 p.m. Friday at Corley Funeral Chapel.  Burial will be in Oakwood Cemetery.

She was born Jan. 3, 1912, in Navarro County,.  She was a retired beauty operator and a member of First Baptist church.

She was preceded in death by her husband, W.R. Howell, and a son, Perry O. Howell Sr.

Survivors include one son and daughter-in-law, Ronnie and Marie Howell of Brownsboro; eight grandchildren; 12 great-grandchildren; one sister and brother-in-law, Doris and Bill Duffy of Norwalk, Calif.; and one sister, Katherine Cunningham of Los Angeles.

Notes:

• The Corsicana Daily Sun - Wed., Oct 9, 1991
• Submitted by Karen Rost
• From the collection of the Liz Gillespie Genealogy Dept., Corsicana Library
  

Susan Carol (Slaydon) Weaver
Jun 15, 1957 - Oct 23, 2025

Susan Carol Weaver of Rockwall, Texas passed away October 23, 2025. She was 68. Susan was born June 15, 1957 in Longview, Texas to Sam and Billie Slaydon.

Shortly after graduating from Lufkin High School, Susan married Larry Weaver and embarked on the international journey of being an Air Force officer's wife. Following Larry's retirement and relocation to Corsicana, Texas, Susan began her teaching career with Corsicana ISD. After more than 15 years in the classroom, she retired from Bowie Elementary as the librarian.

Susan was one of only a handful of glioblastoma patients to have survived 15 years following operation, and she continued to fight bravely until the very end. Despite her miraculous cancer journey, Susan's proudest moments came from being a mom and grandmother.

She is survived by her son, Patrick Weaver and wife Terri of Midlothian; daughter, Stephanie McKee and husband Matt of Houston; grandchildren, Gwenyth Weaver, Camden Weaver, and Callen Weaver of Midlothian; grandchildren, Owen McKee and William McKee of Houston; brother, Robert Slaydon and wife Cathy of Midlothian; brother Michael Slaydon and wife Lisa of Rockwall; and sister Sherri Due and husband Keith of Rockwall; mother-in-law, Vickie Weaver of Tyler; brother-in-law Keith Weaver and wife Denise of Tyler; and numerous nieces and nephews.

She is preceded in death by husband, Larry Weaver; father, Sam Slaydon; mother, Billie Slaydon; and father-in-law, Hollice Weaver.

Visitation will be Saturday, November 1 from 10:00am - 11:00am at Griffin-Roughton Funeral Home. A graveside service will immediately follow at Oakwood Cemetery with Pastors Joe Pool and Christina Hildebrand officiating.

A special note of thanks to her loving caregivers including Shelby Doss, the CC Young hospice team, and the neuro-oncology team at UT Southwestern most recently led by Dr. Michael Youssef.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be directed to UT Southwestern Medical Center, P.O. Box 910888, Dallas, TX 75391-0888 or online at https://engage.utsouthwestern.edu/donate-now to support neuro-oncology research through Dr. Youssef's clinic.

Notes:

• The Corsicana Daily Sun - Mon., Oct. 27, 2025
• Submitted by Karen Rost
• w/o Larry Wayne Weaver; d/o Samuel Ruth "Sam" Slaydon & Billie June (Crawford) Slaydon

Clifton Clarence "Clif" Sikes
Apr 16, 1958 - Oct 25, 2025

Corsicana, Texas - Clifton Clarence Sikes, of Corsicana, passed away October 25, 2025, at the age of 67. He was born in Pasadena, California on April 16, 1958, to Clarence and Beatrice Sikes. He and his family eventually moved to Texas. In 1969, he was in a farm accident, that severed his left foot and did some damage to his back. Bill Roughton drove him in the ambulance to the hospital in Corsicana, and Dr. Scott Middleton was there, and was able to perform an "experimental" surgery on him (That saved Clif's foot). Dr. Middleton had recently returned from Vietnam, where he used that same surgery procedure on some of the troops. The surgery was written up in the medical journals.

Clifton graduated from Corsicana High School in 1976, and went on to Navarro College and Tarleton State University, earning a bachelor's and master's degree in history. In 1982, he married Paula (Crawford) Sikes, and they were blessed to be together 43 years (June 12).

He counted it a blessing to be able to volunteer for The Texas Baptist Men, working asset protection for them on numerous occasions following hurricanes and tornados various places in Texas. He was a high school teacher in Blooming Grove for 32 years, teaching Government, History, and Economics. He organized Project Graduation there for many years; to provide a safe "after-graduation" celebration He truly loved teaching and loved his students. He especially enjoyed when his former students were able to get back in touch with him and catch him up on how they were doing. He loved guns, mustangs, and traveling. He and his wife (along with their daughter Allison in many cases) took numerous trips to Europe and were privileged to travel to all 50 states. He was a member of Central Baptist Church of Blooming Grove and helped with the safety team there.

For the last two years, he had been a resident at Village of Heritage Oaks. The family wishes to thank the staff there, for the kindness and wonderful care they provided.

Clifton is survived by his wife, Paula, of Corsicana, daughter and son-in-law Allison (Sikes) Albach and Shawn, sister and brother-in-law Karen and Jim Moore, sister Ginger Sikes, nephew, Clinton Sikes and Kim Petty, Michael Crawford and Brittany Wadsworth, nieces, Leyla Norman and her husband Chris, Rhonda Freeland and Brandon Dowd, Crystal Joles and Jason Crocker, several great nieces and nephews, several cousins, one uncle, Ernest Sikes, and one aunt, Joy Kastler.

He was proceeded in death by his parents, Clarence and Delight Sikes, in-laws Leon and Mary Crawford, both sets of grandparents and numerous aunts and uncles.

The visitation will be held at Griffin-Roughton Funeral Home on Wednesday, October 29, 2025, from 5-7pm, and the services will be Thursday, October 30, 2025, at 10:30am.

Notes:

• The Corsicana Daily Sun - Tues.,  Oct 28, 2025
• Submitted by Karen Rost
• Corsicana High School Class of 1976

John Stanley Lawhon
Jul 31, 1949 - Oct 14, 2025

Corsicana, Texas - John Stanley Lawhon passed away on Tues Oct 14, 2025 at the age of 76. Stan was born July 31,1949. He lived in Corsicana, Texas his entire life..

He was a member of the First Christian Church of Corsicana, and later in life attended First Methodist Church. Stan graduated from Corsicana High School in 1968, and went on to attend Navarro College. He then enlisted in the Army National Guard of Texas and served for 7 years.

Stan had a love for baseball he acquired from his dad. His father was a youth baseball coach and taught him how to bat left-handed, even though he was right handed. Stan's father passed away when he was 12 years old. Stan played baseball and softball for many years, and later became a coach himself. He coached both Little League and teenage League, where he was able to coach all three of his own sons.

Stan had a love of cars, especially race cars. He was a member of the Corsicana Bracket racers. He built his own drag racer and raced it for several years.

Stan loved the outdoors. He was an avid hunter and fisherman. He was also a well known fishing guide on Richland Chambers Lake for many years. He was also a member of the Corsicana Bass Club for many years, where he became a recognized tournament fisherman. He fished both competitive and pro series tournaments over the years. In addition he wrote articles for "Honey Hole" Fishing Magazine and appeared on their televised show several times.

One of Stan's favorite places was the Texas Hill country, especially Llano, Texas, where he hunted on the same lease for over 56 years. He loved to bow hunt and spend time there with many of his life long friends. He even wrote a song called "Let's Go to Llano.

Later in life Stan revisited his love of music. Almost 40 years after playing in his high school rock band. He started writing his own songs and performing around Navarro County. He eventually wrote and released four full albums. His craft for songwriting and music was a special gift. He later passed on to many other family members who pursued careers in music.

In addition to his guide service, Stan worked at Corsicana ISD. He retired from Corsicana ISD after 25 years of service.

Stan is survived by his loving wife of 56 years, Brenda Raley Lawhon.

Sons: John Michael Lawhon & wife Rose, Toby Lynn Lawhon & wife Geneva, Colt Edwin Lawhon & wife Emily.

Grandchildren: Brittnie Lawhon Gardner & husband Logan, Alyssa Lawhon Bain,

London Lawhon Brown & husband Coulter, Ryder Lawhon & Payton Templeton, and Colt Thomas Lawhon.

Great Grandchildren: Hudson Gardner, Isla Gardner, Finley Gardner, Beckett Gardner, Oliver Brown, Atlas Bain.

Stan was preceded in death by his father J.E. Lawhon, mother Doloras Tuck Lawhon & Great Granddaughter Violet Gardner.

Memorial: Ceremony of Life will be Sunday December 14th, at First Methodist Church of Corsicana, in "The Current" Sanctuary from 3-5pm.

Notes:

• The Corsicana Daily Sun -  Fri., Oct 24, 2025
• Submitted by Karen Rost
• h/o Brenda Kay (Raley) Lawhon; s/o John Edwin Lawhon & Dolores (Tuck) Lawhon
• Corsicana High School Class of 1968
• Army National Guard

Toni (Mann) Brown
Nov 22, 1947 - Oct 15, 2025

Toni departed this earth on October 15, 2025.

She was born in St. Joseph, Missouri on November 22, 1947, to Morton and Geraldine Mann. She is survived by husband Clifford (Buster) Brown and daughter Mary Brown of Corsicana, and sister Geri Hansen of Washington D.C.

Toni wrote that she wanted to be remembered as a devoted wife and enthusiastic mother ("to say the least") of Mary Brown, and a careful conservator of the blessings she was allowed to receive in her lifetime.

She described herself as a "sorta stepmother" to her husband's other children, Warren, Leighton and Scott, and Toni dearly loved Warren's wife Louise and their children, Christopher, Peter and Michael.

While growing up in Kansas City, Kansas, Toni attended both public and private schools and graduated from Barstow School in 1965.

She attended the University of Tulsa where she earned a BA in English and subsequently earned a MA from the University of Texas at El Paso. Toni moved to Austin to purse an advanced degree, graduating from the University of Texas at Austin with a PhD in higher education leadership and policy. While obtaining her PhD, she worked at the Texas Education Agency in Austin. Her graduate work and dissertation resulted in creation of the Texas Student Follow-up Information System (Tex-SIS). This program, with Toni's assistance, was initiated in at least two additional states, Michigan and Mississippi.

Toni married Clifford (Buster) Brown in Corsicana in 1982 and in 1984 birthed the joy of her life, Mary Elizabeth.

Only surpassed by her love for and focus on her daughter Mary, was Toni's focus on education and her community volunteer work.

After ending her professional career, Toni concentrated on being a wife, mother and serving Corsicana and Navarro County. She was dedicated to increasing the number of students in the county who wanted to go beyond a high school education. Toni did this with countless volunteer hours with the Navarro County College Achievement Program (CAP). Over many years, she met with hundreds of students who wanted to go to college, explaining the college admission process and financial aid.

Toni had a love for books, movies, travel and Willie Nelson music. Her friends will remember Toni as a true and loyal friend.
In closing, Toni wrote, "Life should be full of laughter, and fun, and in sharing one's gifts." These are her last words, "Bye y'all!!!!...pretty good for a Yankee gone Texan." And, of course, Toni would have loved knowing she had the last word. Hugs from her to all of you.

Notes:

• The Corsicana Daily Sun - Fri., Oct 17, 2025
• Submitted by Karen Rost

Richard Lavern  Zufall
Oct 30, 1935 - Sep 13, 2025

Ennis - Richard L Zufall, age 89, of Rice, TX, passed away September 13, 2025, in Ennis Texas. He was born October 30, 1935, in Spooner, WI, to parents Guy and Mable Zufall.

Richard is survived by his loving wife of 54 years Lou Nell (Cooper) Zufall, where they lived in Midlothian, TX until retirement and moved to Rice, TX. He is also survived by his son Gerald R Zufall(wife Toni) of Carroll, OH, stepchildren Kennith Upchurch Jr(wife Teresa), Bonnie Estes(husband Gary), Fred Upchurch(wife Weda), Cindy Pryor(husband Tommy), LaNelda McMullen(husband Mike), nephew Larry Mitchell(wife Vickie) and numerous grandchildren and great grandchildren.

Richard retired from Consolidated Freightways after many years of service, where he earned numerous awards for safety, including over 1,000,000 miles safety award. Richard was a disabled US Naval veteran of the Korean War. He will be buried at sea.

Memorial arrangements pending.

Notes:

• The Corsicana Daily Sun - Sep 19, 2025
• Submitted by Karen Rost
  

Frances Lee McFadden
Nov 22, 1907 - Oct 1937

On Sunday evening, August 8, 1937, the Death Angel came into the home of Mr. and Mrs. W. T. McFadden, stretched out a loving hand and gently lifted Frances Lee out of her suffering to go to a better home where there is no suffering heartaches or disappointments. Frances Lee was born at Itasca, Texas, Nov 22, 1907, was a kind, loving daughter, sister and friend. Was sick so very much but abided by  They will be done, and never did murmur in her lingering illness.  She loved little children and was kind to all whom she came in contact with. Was always doing some good deed for her friends and parents, shom she loved very dearly. She leaves, besides her heartbroken parents, a brother, Ray McFadden, who will always miss her cheerful, kind voice and gentle, loving hand.
She joined the Eleventh Avenue Methodist church when but a child and loved to attend church and Sunday school. To know Frances Lee was to love her and she will be greatly missed here on earth until the time shall come when we all shall, too, like her, cross over the river of life. Lonely are their hearts today for one they loved so dearly has gone away.
She was never too tired to hear and heed the smallest cry of those in need. She was never impatient in look, or word,  by what tender thoughts her heart was stirred.
Unwearied she asked not for earthly parise, through her nights of suffering and lonely days, for others spending and being spent, she found therein sweet content
God in His wisdom, looking from above, said I have a place for you.
Frances, in my Garden of love; it pained our hearets to see her go, although we knew it best. In our Father's home on high, she will be forever at rest.
The lamps she lit along life's way, threw their rays on meagor space, the flowers she scattered, day by day, might have brightened a small place. Yet if her aim was a higher goal, she cheered some sorrowing, huungry soul; she, who the upward path would gain, we count her life was not in vain.
Written by a freind.

Notes:

• Corsicana Semi-Weekly Light - Oct 5, 1937; Page 9
• Submitted by Edward Lynn Williams

HUBERT BRANNON IS BURIED ON SUNDAY; DIED IN ST. LOUIS Funeral rites for Hubert Brannon, 32, who died in St. Louis Thursday night at 8:30 o'clock, were held from the chapel of the Corley Funeral Home Sunday afternoon at 3 o'clock with interment in Oakwood Cemetery. The services were conducted by Rev. Griffin, pastor of the Calvary Baptist church. Surviving are his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Will Brannon, Corsicana; five brothers, Carl Brannon, Victoria; Burle Brannon, Demarco; Roy Brannon, Victoria; Tom Brannon, St. Louis, and Will Brannon, Jr. Corsicana; and four sisters, Mrs. Della Mabry, Corsicana, Mrs. Lucille Boyd, St. Louis; Mrs. Jeannette Brown, St. Louis, and Loraine Brannon, Corsicana.

Notes:

• Corsicana Semi-Weekly Light; Oct 1, 1935
• Photo not part of original obituary
  
• View Obituary Clipping
  
• Submitted by Edward Lynn Williams

• The Corsicana Daily Sun - Mar 30, 1922
• Submitted by Edward Lynn Williams

• The Corsicana Daily Sun - Wed. Mar 15, 1922, Page 5
  
• Pattison Cemetery, Emhouse, Navarro Co., TX
• View Obitaury Clipping
  
• h/o Daisy Ella (Smotherman) Smotherman; s/o Dennis Walker Smotherman & Ruth Caroline (McCoy) Smotherman
• Submitted by Edward Lynn Williams

• The Waco News-Tribune - Fri. Oct 22, 1926
• New Pursley Cemetery, Navarro Co., TX
  
• Submitted by Edward Lynn Williams

• The Corsicana Daily Sun- Wed, Nov 18, 1942
• Submitted by Edward Lynn Williams
• w/o Morgan Byers Minor; d/o William Hamilton Hallmark & Martha Jane (Furlough) Hallmark
  

• San Angelo Standard-Times - Mon. Jun 21, 1982; Page 2
• Submitted by Edward Lynn Williams

• The Galveston Daily News - Wed.  Jun 8, 1988
• Submitted by Edward Lynn Williams

Janette (Little) Blue
Feb 14, 1954 - Apr 26, 2025

Janette Blue passed away peacefully on Saturday, April 26, 2025, at the age of 71. Born in Corsicana, Texas, Janette was the daughter of Edgar and Martha Little. She was the granddaughter of Willis and Mary Bruce, and Ruben Little and Pattie Taylor DuCort. She graduated from Corsicana High School in 1973 and later earned her nursing degree from Navarro College in 1978, where she was also a cheerleader. Janette dedicated her life to her patients at the Family Clinic, where she worked as a nurse for twenty-seven years before retiring. Janette was a member of Trinity Baptist Church. She was a devoted wife, mother, Deeda, and friend. She found great joy in spending time with her husband and grandchildren. She will be remembered for her servant’s heart. Janette was preceded in death by her parents, Edgar and Martha Little, and her sister, Deborah (Little) Fenlason. She is survived by her loving husband of fifty-one years, Randy Blue; her children, Shannon Dunn and husband Lawson Dunn, and their children, Shelton, Blair, and Rylee; Megan Allred and husband Steve Allred, and their son, Sylas; and son Dusty Blue and wife Kensley Blue, and their children, Ethan and Braden. She is also survived by her brothers, Gideon Little and wife Cathy of Cypress, Texas, and Jim Little and wife Stacey of Dawson, Texas, as well as numerous nieces and nephews. Janette will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved her. A Celebration of Life will be held at 2:00 PM on Tuesday, April 29, 2025, at Griffin-Roughton Funeral Home, with Bro. Floyd Peterson officiating. Burial will follow at Hamilton-Beeman Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Lawson Dunn, Steve Allred, Sylas Allred, Ethan Blue, Braden Blue, and Shelton Dunn.

Notes:

• Submitted by Edward Lynn Williams

JoAnn Miller Hawk died Wednesday, November 5, 2025. She was born in Longview, Texas and graduated in 1952. JoAnn graduated from S.M.U in 1955 and married David Reese Hawk the same year. They moved to Corsicana Texas in 1960. She is survived by son Mark and wife Kristin Hawk, son, Dean Hawk, grandsons Hayden Hawk and wife Taylor, Logan Hawk and wife Mary, and 5 great grandchildren Mia, Brady, Casey, Jovie and Whitaker and her ever faithful and loyal canine companion Good Girl. As per her wishes she will be cremated with a Celebration of Life at a later date. Always one for brevity and modesty, our mother wrote the above obituary for herself several years ago. We feel compelled to offer this addition as a tribute to the lady we loved so dearly. Her kindness and generosity was felt by countless friends, family, neighbors and even those whom she did not know. Always one to send a thank you note or remember a birthday, she had a gift for making everyone feel cherished and valued. Her dry wit could always bring a smile to your face. JoAnn will be remembered for a lifetime of service to her church and community. In lieu of flowers, memorials can be made to the Corsicana YMCA, The First United Methodist Church, and the Humane Society of Navarro County. While her heart may have stopped in the end, it continues to beat on in all those whom she loved. To send flowers to the family or plant a tree in memory of Jo Ann, please visit our floral store.

• Submitted by  Karen Rost

Dorothy Ann (Call) Griffin was born in Corsicana, Texas on April 22, 1939 to Henry and Martha Call and passed away on Saturday, February 25, 2023.  She was a proud graduate of the Corsicana High School Class of 1957, and her fondest memories were those of marching in the Corsicana Tiger Band.  After high school, she became an X-Ray technician and met Dan Griffin while x-raying him for a stomach ulcer!  They had their first date in June of 1958, and then married September 6, 1958.  They lived in Dawson and raised two daughters there, Amy and Anna.  Ann worked outside the home at Dawson Elementary and First National Bank, Corsicana. In 1980, she started her own machine embroidery business, "The Back Porch," which she operated until 1995.  Ann was a gifted needle artist, so this business suited her perfectly.  She spent her life sewing, quilting, crocheting, embroidering, and learning all things that have to do with needle and thread.  She won numerous awards for her creativity and spent many years as an active member of the Piecemakers Quilt Guild here in Corsicana  She was also a dedicated member of the CHS Class of ’57 and was in charge of planning class reunions for many years. Ann fought a long, courageous battle with cancer and no matter what, she never complained.  Her kind, gentle spirit remained with her to her last breath.  She passed away surrounded by her husband, her daughters and sons-in-law, her grandchildren, her grandsons-in-law, and her three great grandsons. Ann is survived by her husband of 64 years, Dan; her sister Martha Wilcox and husband, Bo, her daughters, Amy Gibbs and husband, Chris and Anna Sanders and husband Mark; granddaughters, Jessica Hawkins and husband, Cody, Callie Tkach and husband, Chris and Audrey Sanders;  grandson, Zack Callarman, and great grandsons, James Kelly Tkach, Lee William Tkach and McCrae Call Hawkins. The family would like to express their sincere gratitude for the true love and kindness shown to Ann by the nurses of Bristol Pathways Hospice (Ashley, Serina, Kimberly, and Jennifer) and the chaplain Brother David Bible.  You all have become family and we appreciate so much your love and support. Ann exemplified the virtues of the Proverbs 31 woman: Who can find a virtuous woman?  For her price is far above rubies.  The heart of her husband safely trusts in her, so that he shall have no need of spoil.  She will do him good and not evil all the days of her life…strength and honor are her clothing; and she shall rejoice in time to come…she opens her mouth with wisdom; and in her tongue is the law of kindness…her children rise up and call her blessed; her husband also, and he praises her…a woman who fears the Lord, she shall be praised. We loved her, we miss her, and we all long for the day we see her again in Heaven.  Thanks be to God!

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• Dawson Cemetery, Dawson, Navarro Co., TX
  

Floy Banks Butler
Aug 28, 1912 - Jan 2008

BUTLER A Graveside Memorial Service for FLOY BANKS BUTLER will be held on Saturday, January 12, at 12 noon at the family plot in Oakwood Cemetery in Corsicana. The brief service will be largely music and scripture, at Floy's request, as provided by her family, Rev. B. F. Risinger, retired longtime pastor of First Baptist Church, Corsicana, will assist. Floy went to be with the Lord on January 4th at age 95 in her home in the Holly Hall Retirement Community in Houston, where she had happily resided the past 10 years. She was born August 28, 1912, in rural Navarro county east of Corsicana, the only child of Zach Banks and Beatrice Conner Banks. bth predeceased her as did her husband of 39 years, Clark E. Butler. She is survived by her only son, Jack Banks Butler and wife, Sandra, of Houston, three grandsons, Brian Butler and wife, Laurie, Kevin Butler and wife, Cynthia, and Daren Butler, a great-granddaughter, Kayla Butler, and a great-greatson, Brandon Butler, all of Houston. She is also survived by an aunt, Florence Conner, Houston, close cousins, Tim Conner, Houston, Essie McElwrath, Lockhart, Mariella Stroud, Corsicana, and a host of other relatives and friends. Raised in both Powell and Corsicana, Floy graduated from Corsicana High School in 1929 She then received a Bachelor of Arts degree in public speaking from Baylor University in 1933, at which time she was selected for the school's highest honor, Most Representative Girl. As a result of this honor a closely-knit group of Baylor friends formed a club called The Green Alligators, and the group became lifelong devotees to Baylor and to eafch other. Baylor presidents Herbert Reynolds and Robert Sloan later honored the group for their longtime loyalty and support of Baylor and her causes. Returning to Corsicana after Baylor. Floy was married to Clarik in 1937. First and foremost a dedicated home-maker and woman of faith, her church and community activity became legendary. She taught Sunday Scool classes of children through older adult at First Baptist, Corsicana, gae countless devotionals, and served in numerous leadership capacitits in the church. In the communithy, public speaking, poetry readings, and invocations for various groups around town were endless in her daily scdhedule. She also served as president of many civic and cultural clubs and as president of the Parent-Teacher organization in each of the three public schools attended by her son, Jack. Floy also was vry musical and participated in many duo-piano presentations through the years. In 1962 she earned her Masters from Baylor in education and began a 14 year teaching career at Corsicana's Drane Middle School and Navarro College, where she taught speech and English. For many years she served on the board of Central Texas Teachers Credit Union in Corsicaan Floy seldom said no to using her God-given talents whenever called upon over several decades, yet had the rare ability to keep her total life in proper perspective. Widowed in 1976, she moved them in 1982 to Bay City on her 70th birthday to be near Jack and his family. There she taught a ladies Sunday school class at First Baptist and shortly became president of the local hospital Pink Ladies auxiliary. In 1987 she moved to Clear Lake City to be near Jack's family.  There she taught Sunday school once again at University Baptist and was instrumental in the establishment of the prayer ministry at that church. In 1997 she moved tthe Holly Hall Retirement Community near the Medical Center in Houston, as Jack and his family moved into Houston, and was a ibrant supporter and participant in the religious activities at Holly Hall. She also became active at South Main Baptist, as much as health permitted, and was a member there at her death. To all who knew and loved her, she was the embodiment of an unconditionally loving and caring heart, possessing an articulately inspiring gift with words, both verbal and written, and constantly exhibiting a positive Christian countenance of grace, steadfastenss and authenticity. Floy truly lived thequotation, "I shall not pass this way again. Any good that I can do, let me do it now, for I shall not pass this way again".  The family expresses special appreciation to the entire staff at Holly Hall, Houston Hospace, and Dr. Sarah Selleck at Baylor College of Medicine, and suggests and remembrances but made to the Holly Hall Retirement Community Foundation in Houston, Houston Hospice, Baylor University's George W. Truett Seminary in Waco, and First Baptist Church in Corsicana.

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• The Houston Chronicle - Wed. Jan 9, 2008; Page 25
  

Bobby Harold Atkeisson
Mar 24, 1946 - Nov 9, 2025

Bobby Harold Atkeisson, a man of profound love and unwavering faith, was called to his heavenly home on November 9, 2025, at the age of 79. Born on March 24, 1946, in the heart of Corsicana, Texas, he was a lifelong resident who deeply cherished his roots and the community that shaped him. Bobby's life was a testament to the values of hard work and dedication. For 28 years, he served diligently at the Chattanooga Glass Company, retiring from the maintenance department with the respect and admiration of his colleagues. His commitment to excellence continued into his retirement years as he joined Mr. Beebee at Beebee Field, where he was an integral part of the grounds team. He also lent his talents to the local golf course, ensuring that the greens and fairways were a source of pride for the community. A devoted family man, Bobby's heart was always fullest when surrounded by his beloved wife, Barbara Atkeisson, and their cherished children, Michelle Jock (Randy) and Joe Atkeisson (Holly). His legacy of love is carried on through his grandchildren, Eric Atkeisson (Bridgette), Ryan Jock (Susan), Kristi Martin (Kenneth), Presley Atkeisson, Preston Atkeisson, Dylan Anderton, and Ricky Atkeisson (Jessica), as well as his eight great-grandchildren, who brought immeasurable joy to his life. He was a brother, mentor, and friend to his sibling, Joe Atkeisson, and a kind and gentle master to his faithful dog, Cody. Bobby's Christian faith was the cornerstone of his existence. He lived a life that reflected the love of the Lord, his church, and his church family. His actions spoke of his commitment to his faith, and he was a shining example of a life well-lived in service to God. An avid sports enthusiast, Bobby's passion for the game was evident in his unwavering support for the Corsicana Tigers Baseball and Basketball teams. He found solace and pleasure in the simple joys of life, such as tending to his yard, playing golf, and most importantly, spending time with his grandkids and great-grandkids. His love for his wife was a beautiful and enduring romance that inspired all who knew them. Described by those who knew him best as loving, wise, and courageous, Bobby's impact on the world was both profound and far-reaching. He navigated life's challenges with grace and emerged with a strength that comforted and guided those around him. Bobby Harold Atkeisson's journey on earth may have concluded, but his spirit remains alive in the hearts of those he touched. He was a beacon of light in the lives of many, and his memory will be cherished forever. As we bid farewell to this remarkable man, we take solace in knowing that he is now at peace in the arms of his Creator, where he will watch over us until we meet again. Services will be held at Second Ave Baptist Church on Saturday, November 15, 2025. The family invites you to a luncheon at 1PM with the service starting at 2PM. Officiating will be Bro. Paul Denny. In lieu of flowers, we ask that you make a donation to Second Ave Baptist Church in Mr. Bobby Atkeisson's name. Arrangements entrusted to Corley Funeral Home.

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Barbara Jane (Williams) Miers
Jul 5, 1943 - Nov 7, 2025

Barbara Jane Miers, 82, of Dawson, Texas passed from this life early Friday morning November 7, 2025, at Medical City Hospital in Dallas. She was born on July 5, 1943, in Morristown, New Jersey to Russel Williams Jr. and Helen Bohem Williams. She retired after 35 years from Collin Street Bakery where she was a supervisor in customer service.
She is receded i death by her parents and a sister Georgeann Kahn. She is survived by her children Linda Miers and David Wayne Miers.
Viewing will be Wednesday, November 12, 2025, from 1-2pm at Griffin - Roughton Funeral Home. Graveside will be held at 3pm following the viewing at Dawson Cemetery.

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Kenneth Eugene "Kenny" Gibbs
Mar 6, 1971 - Nov 5, 2025

Kenneth Eugene "Kenny" Gibbs, 54, of Purdon, passed away on November 5, 2025, in Dallas. He was born on March 6, 1971, in Olympia, Washington, to Howard Kenneth Gibbs and Mary Ellen Cole Gibbs. Kenny loved the simple joys of life - being outdoors, checking on his cows, and spending time with his family. He had a special place in his heart for his grandchildren, who brought him endless pride and happiness. A devoted fan of the Dallas Cowboys, Kenny also had a passion for square-body trucks, country music (especially Freddy Fender), and building or fixing just about anything. Some of his favorite moments were spent sitting around a fire with his favorite beverage, surrounded by the people he loved most. He was preceded in death by his parents, Howard and Mary Ellen Gibbs, and three beloved grandbabies - Zaileigh, Magnolia, and Cohen Eugene. Kenny is survived by his loving wife of 34 years, Meryl Gibbs; children Markus Dillon and Collen Gibbs, Miranda Gibbs, and Lacie and Tristan Perry; grandchildren Slader Anderson Gibbs, Ryker Dillon, Lakyn Perry, Lennox Perry, Amzie Dillon, and Kayden Dillon; as well as his mother-in-law Jennifer Fleeman and father-in-law R.C. Fleeman. Kenny will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved him. His laughter, love of family, and genuine heart will forever remain in the memories of those he touched. No services are scheduled at this time.

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Oraldo " Al" Saucedo, 85, of Corsicana passed away November 1, 2025. He was born June 9, 1940, in Guaymas, Sonora Mexico to Ralph and Delia Saucedo. Al spent 22 years in the Navy; he served in Vietnam and retired as a Chief Petty Officer. After Al's military duty he began a second career at Navarro Regional Hospital where he worked as Director of Radiology for 20 years. During his free time Al loved to go fishing, work in his yard, attend local football games and spend time with his family. He adored and was deeply devoted to his loving wife, Georgina, of 62 years. Al's biggest dream was for his children to have a higher education, allowing them to pursue any and every opportunity. He was fiercely proud of his family and loved them more than anything. Al was a longtime parishioner of Immaculate Conception Catholic Church. He was a supporter of James L. Collins Catholic School, where he once volunteered to be the coach of the girls' basketball team, when no other coach could be found. He is preceded in death by his parents Ralph and Delia Saucedo and brother Raymond Saucedo. He is survived by his wife of 62 years Georgina Saucedo; daughter, Georgina Hutcheson and her husband John, and sons, Oraldo "Buddy" Saucedo and wife Donna Saucedo and Dr. Joe Saucedo and wife Renata. Grandchildren, Victoria Hutcheson Deeb and husband Thomas, Nicolas Hutcheson, Anthony Saucedo, Gabriella " Ella" Saucedo and Olivia Saucedo. He is also survived by his siblings, Ralph Saucedo, Nelson Saucedo and Norman Saucedo. Holy Rosary will be held on Wednesday, November 12th at 6:00pm at Griffin-Roughton Funeral Home. Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:00am Thursday, November 13th at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Corsicana with Father Juan Carlos celebrating. Interment services will follow at Calvary Cemetery in Corsicana. Memorials may be made to James L. Collins Catholic School, Corsicana, Texas

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Joe McGaugh of Corsicana passed away November 2, 2025. Services will be held at 2 p.m. November 6, 2025, at the Corley Funeral Home Chapel with Dave Bibel officiating. Interment will follow at Hamilton-Beeman Cemetery. He was born in Richland, Texas on October 3, 1923. He was always a caring and loving father, grandfather, and husband; he loved conversing with his friends. It is comforting to know that we as Christians will be joined together in Heaven someday. He was an active member of Northside Baptist Church. He was associated with Navarro Savings and Loan for 15 years where he served as vice president and sat on the board of directors. He also served as branch manager of Ellis County Savings and Loan for 10 years. He retired from the savings and loan business in 1989. He was a member of the Corsicana Masonic Lodge #174 AF & AM. He was a 32nd Degree Scottish Rite Mason. He served in the U.S. Army during World War 2 serving in the front line with the 27th infantry division during the battle of the Okinawa. He also spent 13 months in Japan with the occupational troops. He was preceded in death by his wife Doris Brown McGaugh, parents: Tom and May McGaugh, first wife: Lyndell Bennett McGaugh, two brothers, and six sisters. He is survived by his two daughters: Sherry Dowd (Mike) of Corsicana and Debbie Rodriguez (Alex) of Corsicana, two stepdaughters and one son: Bruce Brown (Cyndy) of Alpharetta, GA, Cindy Gerich (Raymond) of Ennis, Texas, and Renee Bumpas (Kenneth) of Harvest, AL, five grandchildren: Wes Dowd (Jonelle) of Waxahachie, Lindsay Griffin (Teague) of Prosper, Brent Satterfield (Kara) of Scurry, Andrew Rodriguez (Angela) of Rowlett, a number of great grandchildren, one great-great grandchild, and numerous nieces and nephews. Pallbearers are Wes Dowd, Brent Satterfield, Teague Griffin, Andrew Rodriguez, Mike Dowd, and Alex Rodriguez. The family would like to extend a special thank you to the staff of The Village at Heritage Oaks for the care they provided for our father. Services entrusted to Corley Funeral Home. To send flowers to the family or plant a tree in memory of Joe McGaugh, please visit our floral store.

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• h/o Lyndell (Bennett) McGaugh and Doris (Brown) McGaugh; s/o Thomas Calvin McGaugh and Hannah May (Garrison) McGaugh