Citizens Journal Obituaries

2007 

Wednesday, January 3, 2007

JOHN O. BAILEY Aug. 8, 1934 – Dec. 27, 2006

Memorial services for John O. Bailey, 72, of Atlanta will be held at 2 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 7, at First Baptist Church of Atlanta with the Rev. Joe Srygley officiating. Internment was in Laws Chapel Cemetery. Arrangements are under the direction of Hanner Funeral Service. Bailey was a member of First Baptist Church of Atlanta. He was the CEO and president of First National Bank of Atlanta from 1973 until 1993. He was also the owner of JO Ranch in Atlanta and the founder of Northeast Texas Simmental Association. He enjoyed ranching, hunting and fishing. He was preceded in death by his parents T.J. and Rhonda Bailey; one brother, Frank Pat Bailey; and one son, Brett Allen Bailey. Survivors include his wife of 47 years, Daphene Bailey of Atlanta; one sister, Imarene Bailey of Mineola; one son, John Bailey Jr. of Longview; two grandchildren, Brett “L.B.” Allen Bailey Jr. and John “Boo” Dalton Bailey; and one great-granddaughter, Railey Navaeh.

MELINDA MORRIS MANNING Dec. 13, 1960 – Dec. 30, 2006

Funeral services for Melinda Morris Manning, 46, of Deluth, Ga., will be held at 1 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 4, at Cornerstone Worship Center in Atlanta. Internment will be in Pine Crest Cemetery under the direction of Hanner Funeral Service. Mrs. Manning was preceded in death by her stepfather, Hoyt Craig; her maternal grandmother, Dessie Madge Blakey; her paternal grandparents, H.S. and Claudine Morris; her brother, Charles Nelson Blakey; her stepsister, Katrina Petty; and her step-grandmother, Opal Garcia. She is survived by her husband, Mitchell Lee Manning of Deluth, Ga.; her mother, Jo Craig of Johns Creek, Ga.; her father, David Morris and wife Delores of Alpharetta, Ga.; one son, Marshall Manning of John Creek, Ga.; one daughter, Merideth Parker and her husband Brandon of Johns Creek; one maternal grandfather, Leon Blakey of Atlanta; two aunts, Jeri Mason of Atlanta and Debbie High of Johns Creek; one brother, Blake Morris and wife Twany of Johns Creek; two stepsisters, Karen McHugh and her husband, Robert, of Dallas, and Allison Trim; one grandson, Jordan Parker of Johns Creek; and a number of cousins, nieces and nephews. The guest book may be signed at www.hannerfuneralservice.com.

JANELLE WILLIAMS Nov. 15, 1941 – Dec. 30, 2006

Funeral services for Janelle Williams, 65, of Queen City, will be held at 2 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 3, at Atlanta Missionary Baptist Church with the Rev. Billy “Pat” Griffin officiating. Arrangements are under the direction of Hanner Funeral Home. Mrs. Williams was a member of Atlanta Baptist Church in Atlanta. Survivors include one son, Brian Thurman and spouse Crystal Webb of Queen City; two daughters, LaDonna Wilcox of Queen City and Rene Benton and her husband Wayne of Douglassville; one brother, Ennis Thurman of Bolivia; one sister, Ailene Bates of Texas; and 13 grandchildren, Mindy Benton, Ashley Benton, Misty Benton, Brandon Benton, Amanda Benton, Haley Benton, Angel Benton, Alexis Thurman, Brianna Thurman, Jessica Thurman, John Allen Thurman, Blane Wilcox, and Jase Williams. The guest book may be signed at www.hannerfuneralservice.com. (pd)

FRED HAROLD JOHNSON

Fred Harold Johnson, 79, of Wake Village, formerly of Atlanta, passed away on Saturday, Dec. 30, 2006 at his home in Wake Village. Mr. Johnson was an amateur zoologist, having raised and studied birds and various other wildlife. He was an avid football fan of the Atlanta Rabbits and Dallas Cowboys. Mr. Johnson enjoyed bowling and was a member of the bowling league at Bayou Lanes in Atlanta for a number of years. He retired from Red River Army Depot, worked at International Paper as a security guard, was a veteran of the U.S. Navy having served in World War II, was a member of the Texas National Guard for over 30 years, and was a member of the Westside Church of Christ in Texarkana. He is survived by his wife, Mildred Johnson of Wake Village; his son, David Johnson and his wife Patty of Waskom; his daughter, Shirley Kelley of California; his stepsons, Derrel Reid of Fort Worth and Mark Templeton of Springfield, Mo.; his stepdaughters, Sherry Reid of Texarkana, Gay Sampson and her husband Gary of Fort Worth; his sister, Helen Shepard of Hobbs, N.M.; seven grandchildren and great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. The family wishes to thank caregiver Pat Thompson and Serenity Hospice of Texarkana, and especially Pam Doss. Memorials may be made to Serenity Hospice of Texarkana, 4508 Texas Blvd., Texarkana, Texas 75503. Graveside services were held at 2 p.m. on Monday, Jan. 1, at the Beech Creek Cemetery in Cass County with Steve McIntosh officiating.

Pink Hines Jr.

Funeral arrangements are pending with Coleman Atlanta Funeral Home for Pink Hines Jr. who passed away on Saturday, Dec. 30, 2006.

Sunday, January 7, 2007

SHIRLEY CORRENE WALKER

Shirley Correne Walker, 59, of Atlanta passed away Dec. 25. Hanner Funeral Services handled the arrangements.

HELEN LEWIS Feb. 18, 1927 – Jan. 2, 2007

Graveside services for Helen Lewis, 79, of Hughes Springs were held at 2 p.m. Friday, Jan. 5. Reeder-Davis Funeral Home handled the arrangements.

RUFUS MATHIS Apr. 23, 1958 – Jan. 1, 2007

Memorial services for Rufus Mathis, 48, of Lone Star will be at 11 a.m. Saturday, Jan. 6. Reeder-Davis Funeral Home Inc. is handling the arrangements.

PHYLLIS JONES July 3, 1942 – Jan. 2, 2007

Funeral services for Phyllis Jones, 64, of Lone Star will be held at 3 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 6. Reeder-Davis Funeral Home Inc. is handling the arrangements.

PINK HINES, JR. Feb. 9, 1907 – Dec. 30, 2006

Funeral services for Pink Hines, 99, of Jefferson will be held at 1 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 6. Services are under the direction of Coleman
Atlanta Funeral Home.

PAM COBB Mar. 11, 1961 – Jan. 3, 2007

Funeral services for Pam Cobb, 45 of Vivian, La., will be held at 1 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 6. Services are under the direction of Hanner Funeral Service.

Wednesday, January 10, 2007

ROBERT “CHIC” MILES Feb. 29, 1920 – Jan. 7, 2007

Funeral services for Robert “Chic” Miles, 86, of Atlanta will be held at 10 a.m. Wednesday, Jan. 10, at First United Methodist Church of Atlanta with Rev. Mike Toland officiating. Interment was in Pine Crest Cemetery in Atlanta under the direction of Hanner Funeral Service. Mr. Miles owned and operated Miles Drug Company for 32 years. He was a member of the First United Methodist Church of Atlanta, having served two terms on the Board of Stewards. He was also a member of the Brotherhood of Sunday school class. He served two terms on the Atlanta City Council. Chic was a proud graduate of the University of Texas and was a World War II veteran, having served in the U.S. Navy. Survivors include his wife, Louise K. Miles of Atlanta; two sons, Mike Miles and wife, Marilyn of Katy and Bruce Miles and his wife Dr. Martha of Sanford, N.C.; one brother, Dr. Charles I. Miles and his wife Katherine of Ft. Worth; and three grandchildren, Michelle Miles of Houston, Ashley L. Miles of Austin, and Kacie Miles of San Marcos.

LILLIE MEA WILBANKS CLAYTON Apr. 9, 1912 – Jan. 7, 2007

Lillie Mea Wilbanks Clayton was born April, 9, 1912 in Cass, passed away peacefully Jan. 7 in Atlanta, were she was a resident 53 years. After rearing five children she worked for the Atlanta Independent School District for 20 years, including managing a cafeteria at the middle school. She began teaching a Sunday school class at age 17, and taught a children’s class at First Baptist Church of Atlanta into her late 70’s until hearing loss forced her to retire. She felt teaching was her call to serve the Lord. She was preceded in death by Joe J. Clayton, her husband of 58 years; her parents, Thomas E. Wilbanks and E. Mea Philpott Wilbanks; one sister, Opal Wilbanks Stannley; and three brothers, Rayford Wilbanks, Willie Wilbanks, and the Rev. John D. Wilbanks. She is survived by five children. There are two sons, James T. Clayton and wife Faye of Atlanta and Jimmy D. Clayton and wife Sue of Newport News, Va.; three daughters, Carolyn Clayton Stuckey and Lena Clayton Meares of Plano, and Sarah Clayton Stuckey and husband J.W. of Richmond, Va., also eight grandchildren: Terri Smith Haynes, Wanda Clayton Wilkins, Rene Clayton Lee, Lori Elkins Mattocks, Leslie Stuckey Hall, Jeffery Elkins, Erica Clayton Wages, and 13 great-grandchildren. She is survived by one brother, Price Wilbanks of Atlanta; and one sister, Daphene Wilbanks Solley of Cass, and many nieces and nephews. The family thanks those caregivers, friends, and volunteers who took such good care of our Mom at Golden Villa Nursing Home. Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 10, at First Baptist Church of Atlanta With Rev. Joe Srygley officiating. Interment will be at Laws Chapel Cemetery. Memorials may be made to the First Baptist Church Building Fund, P.O. Box1089, Atlanta, Tx,75551. The guest book may be signed at www.hannerfuneralservice.com. (pd)

RANDALL RAY WILLIAMS, JR. Jan. 5, 2007 – Jan. 5, 2007

Graveside services for Randall Ray Williams, Jr., infant son of Randall and Jessica Williams, were held at 10 a.m. Saturday, Jan. 6. Hanner Funeral Service handled the arrangements.

ETRICE DIAL Oct. 22, 1905 – Jan. 4, 2007

Funeral services for Etrice Dial, 101, formally of Texarkana, were held at 2 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 7 at Hanner Funeral Chapel with interment in the Mt. Zion Cemetery in Doddridge, Ark. Mrs. Dial was born Oct. 22, 1905 in Doddridge, Ark., to Joe and Ida Mea Bryant. She was only a few months old when her mother died. She lived the past 34 years in Atlanta. Mrs. Dial was preceded in death by her husband of 53 years, the Rev. Victor D. Dial, Jr., her son-in-law, Leonard D. Beene, and three infant grandchildren, Victor D. Dial III, Ronald Paul Dial and Timothy Kay Dial. The Rev. and Mrs. Dial pastured two churches in Arkansas, one twice, one in Texas, and in 1951, they pioneered Oaklawn Assembly of God Church in Texarkana. After he retired they spent several years enjoying time on the lakes in Ark-La-Tex area. When the Rev. Dial died in 1975, Mrs. Dial, with time on her hands, went to work for Green Thumb, part of the Community Council of Atlanta, where she worked until 1998, when she retired at the age of 93. Her last position there was making daily calls to elderly people who were homebound. “Mommie Dial” was an excellent cook and seamstress. One of her many loves was designing and piecing quilts. She and her late sister, Cortez Sexton, spent many hours laying out fabric together to get the special look they wanted. Over the years, she gifted all of her children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren with at least one quilt each. Her grandchildren knew they could request their favorite dish, especially chocolate and coconut pies, and she would happily prepare them, until she was no longer able. No matter who makes the pies now, they’re still referred to as “Mommie’s pies”. Survivors include her daughter, Evelyn Beene of Atlanta; daughter-in-law, Marie Dial of Atlanta; grandchildren, Janice Beene of the Woodlands, Elaine Thomason of Houston, Eddy Len Dial and wife, Dene of Boyd, Joy Waters and husband Kenneth of Atlanta, Vickie Davis and husband, Paul of Friendswood and Becky Ullman and husband, Paul of Katy; 11 great-grandchildren; and seven great-great-grandchildren. Memorials may be made to Glad Tidings or Cornerstone Assembly of God Church, or the charity of your choice. The guest book may be signed at www.hannerfuneralservice.com. (pd)

ERIC SHAVER Apr. 16, 1958 – Jan. 6, 2007

Funeral services for Eric Shaver, 48, of Atlanta were held at 2 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 9, at West Side Baptist Church with the Rev. Jim Howard officiating. Interment followed in the Pine Crest Cemetery under the direction of Hanner Funeral Service. Mr. Shaver was born Apr. 16, 1958 in Shreveport, La., and passed away Jan. 6. He worked for River Valley Animal Foods in Texarkana. He is survived by his wife, Robin Shaver of Atlanta; his father, Earl Braun of Springhill, La.; one son, Brandon Shaver of Atlanta; three daughters, Connie Shaver of Murfreesboro, Tenn., Kimberly Shaver of Atlanta, and Mary Addington and her husband Travis of Atlanta; two brothers, Johnny Durr Shaver of Minden, La., and Kevin Scott Braun of Plain Dealing, La.; one sister, Kelly Gibson of Princeton, La.; and four grandchildren, Elizabeth Goad, Wyatt Shaver, Olivia Shaver, and Morgan Shaver. The guest book can be signed at www.hannerfuneralservice.com. (pd)

Sunday, January 14, 2007

BILLIE FLYNN (BAKER) JORDAN Sept. 5, 1921 – Jan. 10, 2007

Billie Flynn (Baker) Jordan was born Sept. 5, 1921 in Texarkana, Ark. God took her hand and led her to His eternal home on Jan. 10, 2007. During her childhood she resided in Atlanta, and also lived in Chicago and Missouri. For 30 years she kept General Motors books. Her sweet smile was contagious to everyone she met. Billie lived in Athens with her husband, Ed. He preceded her in death. She was a member of Athens First United Methodist Church, the choir and United Methodist Women. She loved to dance, crochet and travel. In her final years in Lubbock, she enjoyed her daughter Jaclyn “Jackie” and son-in-law, C.W. “Pete” Harland, of Lubbock; grandsons, Sr. Airman Trent of Charleston, S.C. and Chad; great-grandsons, Thomas and Avery Harland of San Antonio; one niece and two nephews. Her joyful life will be celebrated in a memorial service at 2 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 13, 2007 in the Bowman Chapel at First United Methodist Church, Lubbock. We thank God for our loving mother and Gran Gran. If you wish, you may donate to the charity of your choice in her memory. Arrangements are under the personal care of White Funeral Home of Lubbock. Online condolences may be sent at www.whitefuneralhome.com.

OLIVER EDGAR BROWN Nov. 14, 1919 – Jan. 10, 2007

Oliver Edgar Brown, 87, of Atlanta died Wednesday, Jan. 10, at his home. Mr. Brown was born Nov. 14, 1919, in Eldorado, Okla. He was the youngest of 10 children born to George and Lillie Baker Brown. He served our country and its citizens through the U.S. Army during WW II. He was a humble and faithful servant of our Lord and Savior and a charter member of the Atlanta Church of God. He and his wife owned and operated Atlanta Tire Company for 52 years where they made many of their employees and customers life-long friends. Mr. Brown is survived by his wife of 66 years, Pearl Trammell Brown; three children, Louise Hamilton and her husband, George of College Station, Rodney Brown and his wife, Terri of Atlanta, and Sondra Smith and her husband Eugene, also of Atlanta; four grandchildren, Terry Morales and her husband, Jose, Shannon Carter and her husband, Chris, Kelly Brown and his wife, Pauline, and Kassie Brown; six great-grandchildren and a host of friends and a loving church family; and two very special friends, Elaine Orr and Mandy Wise. Services were held at Atlanta Church of God on Friday, Jan. 12, at 2 p.m. with the Dr. John Conley, Bro. Chris Miller and Bro. Earl Moore officiating. Interment was in Pine Crest Cemetery in Atlanta. In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorials be made to the building fund of Atlanta Church of God or Gideons International. To sign the guestbook, please visit www.hannerfuneralservice.com. (pd)

ETRICE DIAL Oct. 22, 1905 – Jan. 4, 2007

Funeral services for Etrice Dial, 101, formally of Texarkana, were held at 2 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 7 at Hanner Funeral Chapel with interment in the Mt. Zion Cemetery in Doddridge, Ark. Mrs. Dial was born Oct. 22, 1905 in Doddridge, Ark., to Joe and Ida Mea Bryant. She was only a few months old when her mother died. She lived the past 34 years in Atlanta. Mrs. Dial was preceded in death by her husband of 53 years, the Rev. Victor D. Dial, Jr., her son-in-law, Leonard D. Beene, and three infant grandchildren, Victor D. Dial III, Ronald Paul Dial and Timothy Kay Dial. The Rev. and Mrs. Dial pastured two churches in Arkansas, one twice, one in Texas, and in 1951, they pioneered Oaklawn Assembly of God Church in Texarkana. After he retired they spent several years enjoying time on the lakes in Ark-La-Tex area. When the Rev. Dial died in 1975, Mrs. Dial, with time on her hands, went to work for Green Thumb, part of the Community Council of Atlanta, where she worked until 1998, when she retired at the age of 93. Her last position there was making daily calls to elderly people who were homebound. “Mommie Dial” was an excellent cook and seamstress. One of her many loves was designing and piecing quilts. She and her late sister, Cortez Sexton, spent many hours laying out fabric together to get the special look they wanted. Over the years, she gifted all of her children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren with at least one quilt each. Her grandchildren knew they could request their favorite dish, especially chocolate and coconut pies, and she would happily prepare them, until she was no longer able. No matter who makes the pies now, they’re still referred to as “Mommie’s pies”. Survivors include her daughter, Evelyn Beene of Atlanta; daughter-in-law, Marie Dial of Atlanta; grandchildren, Janice Beene of the Woodlands, Elaine Thomason of Houston, Eddy Len Dial and wife, Dene of Boyd, Joy Waters and husband Kenneth of Atlanta, Vickie Davis and husband, Paul of Friendswood and Becky Ullman and husband, Paul of Katy; 11 great-grandchildren; and seven great-great-grandchildren. Memorials may be made to Glad Tidings or Cornerstone Assembly of God Church, or the charity of your choice. The guest book may be signed at www.hannerfuneralservice.com. (pd)

LORENE COCKRILL Dec. 16, 1910 – Jan. 10, 2007

Funeral services for Lorene Cockrill, 96, of Hughes Springs were held at 10 a.m. Thursday, Jan. 11. Services were under the direction of Reeder-Davis Funeral Home, Inc.

ELLA WHISENHUNT May 12, 1936 – Jan. 10, 2007

Graveside services for Ella Whisenhunt, 70, of Ore City will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 13. Services are under the direction of Reeder-Davis Funeral Home.

Wednesday, January 17, 2007

JIMMY BOYCE COX Oct. 20, 1934 – Jan. 15, 2007

Jimmy Boyce Cox, 72, of Linden died Jan. 15, at his residence in Linden. He was born Oct. 20, 1934 in Red Hill, Texas. He worked as a pipe inspector for Lone Star Steel Company, and was a member of Linden United Methodist Church. Services will be held at 2 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 17, at Linden United Methodist Church with Bro. Mark McClanahan officiating. Burial will be in Bethlehem Cemetery at Red Hill. Survivors include a son and daughter-in-law, Craig and Janet Cox of Wake Village; and a daughter and son-in-law, Cathy and Joe Watson of Linden; five brothers, Richard Cox of Linden, Freddie Cox of Texarkana, Ark., Harvey Cox of Texarkana, Phillip Cox of Atlanta, and Larry Cox of Queen City; one sister, Ima Jean Jester of Queen City, two grandsons, and a granddaughter-in-law, Matthew Cox of Wake Village, and Wes and Michelle Buckland of Meridian, Miss.; a granddaughter and grandson-in-law, Kelly and Chance Haley of Linden; and four great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his wife, Carol Jeanne Cox and his parents, Bert and Ouida Lee Cox. Online guestbook may be signed at www.ReededDavis.com. (pd)

DARRELL ZWICK Jan. 13, 1934 – Jan. 11, 2007

Memorial services for Darrell Zwick, 72, of Atlanta, will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 20 at Hanner Funeral Chapel of Atlanta with Rev. Chris Cowan officiating. Mr. Zwick was born Jan. 11, 1934 in Harris County, Texas. He retired as a forester for International Paper Company, and was a veteran of the United States Army having served during the Korean War. He was also a Shriner. Darrell enjoyed hunting and was a Baptist. Survivors include his wife, Judy Zwick of Atlanta; one daughter, Peggy Darlene Cullins and her husband Johnny of Atlanta; and one grandchild, Jacie Katherine Cullins of Queen City. The guest book may be signed at www.hannerfuneralservice.com. (pd)

TROY LEE CAMBELL

Funeral arrangements are pending for Troy Lee Campbell, 57, who died on Sunday, Jan. 14, at his residence. Coleman-Atlanta Funeral Home is handling the arrangements.

Sunday, January 21, 2007

LUCILLE THOMPSON Jan. 24, 1917 – Jan. 16, 2007

Funeral services for Lucille Thompson, 89, of Brownfield were held at 10 a.m. Thursday, Jan. 18 at Calvary Baptist Church. Services were under the direction of Brownfield Funeral Home.

TROY LEE CAMPBELL Aug. 29, 1949 – Jan. 14, 2007

Funeral services for Troy Lee Campbell, 57, of Atlanta were held at 2 p.m. Friday, Jan. 19 at Enon First Baptist Church. Services were under the direction of Coleman-Atlanta Funeral Home.

CHRIS GLASGOW Jan. 31, 1977 – Jan. 14, 2007

Funeral services for Chris Glasgow, 29, of Hughes Springs were held 2 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 18 at First United Methodist Church. Services were under the direction of Reeder-Davis Funeral Home.

ELOUISE JOHNSON Apr. 5, 1919 – Jan. 15, 2007

Funeral services for Elouise Johnson, 87, of Atlanta were held at 2 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 18 at Smyrna Baptist Church. Services were under the direction of Hanner Funeral Service.

JAMES R. “NYE” DUFF Apr. 4, 1945 – Jan. 12, 2007

Funeral services for James R. “Nye” Duff, 61, of Linden, were held at 2 p.m. Friday, Jan. 19, at Reeder-Davis Chapel. Services were under the direction of Reeder-Davis Funeral Home.

JARRICE JACKSON

Funeral services for Jerrice Jackson, of Linden, who died Thursday, Jan. 18 are pending with Coleman-Atlanta Funeral Home.

JOE MELVIN “J.M.” LAFAYETTE May 5, 1934 – Jan. 15, 2007

Funeral services for Joe Melvin “J.M.” Lafayette, 72 of Cason, will be at 1 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 20 at Shady Grove Baptist Church. Reeder-Davis Funeral Home Inc. is handling the arrangements.

Wednesday, January 24, 2007

CHARLES W. NEVILLE Sept. 16, 1939 – Jan. 20, 2007

Funeral services for Charles W. Neville. 67, of Linden were held at 2 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 23 at the Reeder-Davis-Schindler Funeral Home Chapel with Bro. Jerry McKeller and Bro. James Knight officiating. Burial was held in the Linden Cemetery. Services were under the direction of Reeder-Davis-Schindler Funeral Home. Neville died at his residence. He was born in Linden and was a security guard at Wadley Regional Medical Center. He was a Mason and a member of the Douglasville Lodge. Also, he was a member of the Assembly of God Church in Linden. Survivors include his wife, Mary Ruth Neville of Linden; one daughter, and son-in-law, Carla and Doug Surratt of Linden; one son, Randy Foster of Minden, La.; two grandchildren, Tina Fleming and husband Scott of College Station, and Cody Surratt of Linden; and a friend, Billy McIntyre of Linden. The guest book may be signed at www.reederdavis.com. (pd)

OLIN HARGETT May 4, 1953 – Jan. 20, 2007

Funeral services for Olin Hargett, 53, of Hughes Springs are being held at 3 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 24, at Cornett United Methodist Church in Naples. Reeder-Davis Funeral Home is handling the arrangements.

LESSIE BELL THOMAS

Funeral arrangements are pending at Coleman-Atlanta Funeral Home for Lessie Bell Thomas, 79, of Linden. Thomas died Jan. 20 at home.

ELMER DANIEL “PETE” McKINNEY Feb. 3, 1941 – Jan. 19, 2007

Funeral services for Elmer Daniel “Pete” McKinney, 65, of Avinger were held at 2 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 23, at First Baptist Church of Avenger. Reeder-Davis Funeral Home handled the arrangements.

JARRICE JACKSON Mar. 16, 1951 – Jan. 18, 2007

Funeral services for Jerrice Jackson, 55, of Linden are being held at 11 a.m. Wednesday, Jan. 24, at Pleasant Hill Baptist Church. Coleman-Atlanta Funeral Home is handling the arrangements.

Sunday, January 28, 2007

Lessie Bell Thomas November 5, 1927 – January 20, 2007

Funeral services for Lessie Bell Thomas, 79, of Linden are being held at 11 a.m. Saturday, January 27, at Mt. Moriah Baptist Church in Linden. Coleman-Atlanta Funeral Home is handling the arrangements.

Sandra Ann Fitts December 2, 1941 – January 22, 2007

Funeral services for Sandra Ann Fitts, 65, of Linden were held at 2 p.m. Thursday, January 25, at Reeder-Davis-Schindler Funeral Home Chapel in Linden. Services were under the direction of Reeder-Davis-Schindler Funeral Home.

Lynn “Wheaton” Blake July 10, 1938 – January 24, 2007

Graveside services for Lynn “Wheaton” Blake, 68, of Gilmer were held at 2 p.m. Friday, January 26 at Alamance Cemetery. Services were under the direction of Hanner Funeral Service.

Huelene O’Quinn October 25, 1921 – January 20, 2007

Funeral services for Huelene O’Quinn, 85, of Hughes Springs are being held at 2 p.m. Saturday, January 27 at Love Chapel Baptist Church in Hughes Springs. Reeder-Davis Funeral Home is handling the arrangements.

Dewayne Dickerson

Funeral services for Dewayne Dickerson, 56, of Linden are pending with Coleman-Atlanta Funeral Home. Dickerson died Thursday, January 25, at Christus St. Michael Health System.

Wednesday, January 31, 2007

Sunday, February 4, 2007

Hugh Bob Fuller, Sr. October 17, 1924 – January 30, 2007

Funeral services for Hugh Bob Fuller Sr., 82, of Waco were held at 1:30 p.m. Thursday, February 1, at Wilkirson-Hatch-Bailey Chapel with Father Isadore Rozycki officiating. Interment followed at Oakwood Cemetery. Hugh Bob was born October 17, 1924 in Rogers to Omar Frank and Nell Fuller. He graduated from Waco High School and attended Tarelton State and Baylor University. He served in the 69^th Infantry Division in the U.S. Army and participated in battle in Europe between 1943 and 1946, and was wounded during the Battle of the Bulge. After returning to Waco he joined the family business, Fuller Auto Parts, and was owner/operator at the time it was sold. After selling the business, he dedicated himself to performing “TAPS” at the veterans funerals all over the state of Texas and was featured in Southern Living Magazine and the television series, Texas Country Reporter for his dedication. He led the Waco Veteran’s Day Parade for many years. Mr. Fuller was a member of First Baptist Chapel of Waco. He was preceded if death by his parents and his son, Andrew. He is survived by daughter Mary Nell Dowd and husband Don of Linden; one son, Hugh Bob Fuller Jr. and wife, Terryca, of Helotes; two sisters, Joan Hudson and husband, Gay, of Houston and Oma Nell Nemmer and husband, Richard, of DeSoto; and his grandchildren, Hugh Bob Fuller III and wife, Millisa, Justin Millar Fuller, Kacy Tillman and husband, Andrew; and a host of nieces and nephews. Pallbearers were Justin Fuller, Bill Buzze Jr., Mr. Pettigo, Leonard Simpson, Tom Fuller and Donnie Collins. Honorary pallbearers were members of the VFW Post 4819 of West. Memorial donations may be made to Shriner Crippled Children’s Hospital of Galveston. The family invites you to leave a message or memory in our “Memorial Guestbook” at. (pd)

Dewayne Dickerson June 15, 1950 – January 25, 2007

Funeral services for Dewayne Dickerson, 56, of Douglassville will be held Saturday, February 3, at the Gum Springs CME. Coleman-Atlanta Funeral Home is handling the arrangements.

Linda Burns

Funeral arrangements for Linda Burns, 48, are pending with Coleman-Atlanta Funeral Home. Burns died Wednesday, January 31, at Marshall Regional Center.

Diane Garrett Brem September 7, 1953 – January 21, 2007

Funeral services for Diane Garrett Brem, 53, of Augusta, Ga., were held at 1:30 p.m. Thursday, January 25, at Hillcrest Baptist Church with Pastor Jeff Miller officiating assisted by Rev. Bill Burch. Interment was held at the Alleluea Community Cemetery in Dearing Ga., under the direction of Elliott Sons Funeral Home of Augusta, Ga. She graduated from Linden-Kildare High School then attended Southwest Texas State University of San Marcos, there receiving her degree in education. She later completed her masters in education at Stephen F. Austin State University in Nacogdoches. Diane taught special education, first and second grades in Texas and later in Georgia at Meadowbrook Elementary School in Augusta. She also studied at Christ for the Nations Institute in Dallas, where she served as assistant Dean of Women. She was a covenant member of the Alleluia Community in Augusta, Ga., and a member of Vineyard Community Church where she used her beautiful voice to praise her beloved Lord. She is survived by one daughter, Marki Lynn Burm of Augusta, Ga.; her mother, Marilyn Garrett; brothers and sister-in-law, Bob and Sue Garrett and Patt Garrett, all of Augusta, Ga.; one sister and brother-in-law Amanda and Jim Early of Asheville, N.C. She was “Auntie Di” to and dearly loved by her nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her father, Harry W. Garrett Jr., M.D. Memorials may be made to the Marki Brem Education Fund, c/o Alleluia Community Office, P.O. Box 6805, Augusta, Ga. 30916-06805. (pd)

Addine Jones Mays November 22, 1913 – February 1, 2007

Funeral services for Addine Jones Mays, 93, of Atlanta will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday, February 3, at Hanner Funeral Chapel with the Rev. Gene Parker officiating. Interment will be held at Smyrna Cemetery in Smyrna. Mrs. Mays was preceded in death by her son, Harold Jones. Mrs. Mays was a member of Smyrna Baptist Church. Survivors include sons. George Jones and wife, Bernece, of Atlanta and John Jones and his wife, Loras, of Katy; daughter, Elaine Wall and her husband, Donald, of Atlanta; one brother, Conley Burton and wife, Judy, of Atlanta; and a sister-in-law, Mary Burton of Fort Gibson, Okla. Mrs. Mays is also survived by seven grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren. (pd)

Edward E. “Bucko” Burlingame February 9, 1942 – January 30, 2007

Edward E. “Bucko” Burlingame, 64, of West 48^th Street, Ashtabula, Ohio, died early Tuesday morning at the Ashtabula County Medical Center surrounded by his family. He was born Febuary 9, 1942, in Ashtabula, Ohio to Louis E. and Margaret McMillan Burlingame and has resided in Ashtabula, Ohio all of his life, spending many winters in Texas. He was a member of the last graduating class from Austinburg High School in 1961. He was a veteran of the U.S. Marine Corps, Serving with the Aviation Ordinance during the Vietnam Era, taking honorable discharge in 1966. Mr. Burlingame worked more than 18 years at Rockwell Brake Plant, owned the Hunter’s Inn from 1972 until 1977, was an auctioneer and long-time concessionaire. He was a member of Triandria Lodge 780 F. and A.M., Jefferson Eagles, Aerie Lodge 3881, the East Ashtabula Club, the Northend Club and VFW Post 943. He enjoyed visiting the clubs daily for their drawings and playing Texas Hold’em and chasing after the big one. He enjoyed playing cards, the demolition derbies, fishing, dancing, being with his family and he loved children. Survivors include three children, Jack (Kelly) Burlingame of Andover, Ohio, Robin (Scott Hall) Burlingame and Libby (Brian Jenkins) Davis both of Ashtabula, Ohio; six grandchildren, Mitchell, Jackie, Christopher, Alan, Dustin, and Cody; three great-grandchildren, Heaven, Navian and Craden; the mother of his children, Judy Burlingame of Astinburg, Ohio, one sister, Margaret “Margie” (Richard) Calvert of N. Kingsville; and a brother, Louis (Bev) Burlingame of Jefferson, Ohio. He was preceded in death by his parents; a daughter, Carrie Lee Burlingame; a brother, Harry “Gumpy” Burlingame; and four sisters, Waneta Yuhas, Doris Hoskins, Beverly Brigham and Sue Haskinen. A farewell celebration will be held at 12 p.m. Saturday, February 3, at the Ashtabula Home of the Fleming and Billman Funeral Directors, 526 West Prospect Road in Ashtabula, Ohio with the Rev. Fred Grimm of St. Paul’s Lutheran Church officiating. Cremation will follow at the Family Care Group Cremation Center. Private burial of ashes will be in Oakdale Cemetery with Geneva Post 6846 providing full military honors. Contributions may be made to Jefferson Area Girls Softball (JAGS), c/o Jerry March, 376 East Beech Street, Jefferson, Ohio 44047 or to Girl Scout Troop 369, c/o Tracy Beckwith, 1060 Lennox-New Lyme Road, Jefferson, Ohio 44047. (Envelopes will be at the funeral home.) Guest book and obituary registration can be found on-line a. “Bucko” wants everyone to know, “the free rides are over, so call a cab.” (pd)

Wednesday, February 7, 2007

Rev. Roy Shelton, Jr. November 3, 1925 – February 5, 2007

Funeral services for the Rev. Roy Shelton Jr. of Shreveport, La. will be held at the Summer Grove Baptist Church in Shreveport on Thursday, February 8, at 1 p.m. Interment will follow at Forest Park West Cemetery. Officiating will be his son, the Rev. David Shelton of Loganville, Ga., the Rev. Murray Hodge of Summer Grove Baptist Church and Dr. Cliff Estes of Waller Baptist. Friends will be received at Rose-Neath Southside Funeral Home on February 7 at 2 p.m. until 4 p.m. then again at 5:30 p.m. until 7:30 p.m. Roy was born on November 3, 1925 in Shreveport, La., to Roy Sr. and Aline Bryan Shelton and passed away February 5 from complications of Alzheimer’s. Roy was a graduate of Fair Park High School and East Texas Baptist University. He served his country during WWII as a member of the U.S. Coast Guard. He was also a Shreveport, La. fireman for several years while in school. He was ordained to the gospel ministry by the Queensborogh Baptist Church in 1950. In 1963 he began a ministry of interim and supply preaching that lasted over three decades. Many of the churches he served were in Cass County. From 1966 until 1991 Roy served as director of human resources–rehabilitation and personnel for North West Louisiana Goodwill Industries. In 1978 he was awarded an honorary doctor of laws degree from Baptist Christian College for his work with the physical and mentally challenged. He was preceded in death by his parents, and his sister, Nancy Shelton Willis. Roy never meet a stranger of anyone he could not talk with and come to love. He always saw and found the good in everyone. His sweet spirit and loving nature will sustain his memory for his family and friends. He is survived by his wife of 55 years, Pat Rowland Shelton; and four children, Debbie Melton and husband Ronnie of Atlanta, Denny Shelton and wife, Jane of Plano, Dee Dutoit and husband Jim of Canby, Ore., and David Shelton and wife, Donna of Loganville, Ga. He was known as “Pops” by his grandchildren whom he adored. He is survived by grandchildren, Chad and Julie Melton of Ora Valley, Ariz., Cody and Mindy Melton of Coppell, Cale and Kelly Melton of Atlanta, Jennie and Jeff Kinnaman of Tualatin, Ore., Christina Sustrik of Canby, Ore., Jake Shelton of New York, N.Y., Jared Shelton of Winston Salem, N.C., Tyler Shelton of Plano, Haley Shelton and Bryce Shelton of Loganville, Ga. He is also survived by three great-grandchildren, Ashton and Addison Melton and Kiersten Kinnaman, and a great host of extended family and friends. The grandsons will serve as pallbearers. In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to SGBC, Cottages at the Glen and Grace Home. (pd)

Ethel Hill April 12, 1911 – February 1, 2007

Funeral services for Ethel Hill, 95, of Bivins were held Sunday, February 4, at Hanner Funeral Chapel with the Rev. Clayton Sheets officiating. Interment was held at Bethsaida “Y” Cemetery directed by Hanner Funeral Service. Mrs. Hill was born on April 12, 1911 in Bivins. She was a member of the Bathsaida “Y” Baptist Church where she was in the Joy Sunday School Class for many years. She was a member of the Oak Grove Quilting Club and a homemaker. Mrs. Hill is survived by two sons Glen Hill of Atlanta and Robert G. Hill of Plano daughter, Gwenn Hill Johnson of Atlanta; and a sister, Gladys Chapman of Texarkana. She is also survived by nine grandchildren, 16 great-grandchildren and one great great-grandchild. She was also preceded in death by her husband, R.C. Hill; six brothers and one sister. (pd)

Mattie “Marie” Black April 11, 1927 – February 1, 2007

Funeral services for Mattie “Marie” Black, 79, of Leesburg were held at 2 p.m. Sunday, February 4, at Harris Chapel United Methodist Church in Hughes Springs. Reeder-Davis Funeral Home handled the arrangements.

Linda Sue Burns January 11, 1959 – January 31, 2007

Funeral services for Linda Sue Burns, 48, of Jefferson were held at 12 p.m. Tuesday, February 6, at Judea Baptist Church in Jefferson. Coleman-Atlanta Funeral Home handled the arrangements.

Kristen Hacker September 19, 1972 – February 1, 2007

Funeral services for Kristen Hacker, 34, of Texarkana were held at 2 p.m. Saturday, February 3, at Cornerstone Assembly of God in Atlanta. Hanner Funeral Service handled the arrangements.

James Otwell August 14, 1925 – February 2, 2007

Funeral services for James Otwell, 81, of Atlanta were held Monday, February 5, at 2 p.m. at Calvary Tabernacle in Queen City. Interment was held at Queen City Cemetery under the direction of Hanner Funeral Service. Mr. Otwell was a member of the Mercy Ministries Church and lived to please God. He taught Sunday school and shared the word of God with anyone who would listen. He enjoyed gardening and loved watching his birds. He was a printer’s pressman for Ragland Office and Equipment Printing Company for 27 years. He was preceded in death by his parents, J.B. and Ethel Otwell and one brother, Parchal Otwell. He I survived by his wif, Opal Harper Otwell of Queen City; four daughters, Judy Ballard and husband Johnny of Nunnelly, Tenn., Rhonda Elliott and her husband Rick, and Darla McCasland and her husband Michael, all of Atlanta, Tammy Green and her husband Chevis of Huffines; three brothers, J.C. Otwell and his wife, Christine, Elve Otwell,

Sunday, February 11, 2007

Euleta “Peggy” Johnson April 14, 1914 – February 5, 2007

Funeral services for Euleta “Peggy” Johnson, 92, of Jefferson were held Friday, February 9, in the Haggard-Heaster Chapel. Arrangements were made under the direction of Haggard-Heaster Funeral Home.

Wednesday, February 14, 2007

LOIS HAYNES Aug. 7, 1917 – Feb. 8, 2007

Lois Reba Glass Haynes, 89, of Bloomburg died. Mrs. Haynes was born Aug. 7, 1917 in Smyrna. Lois Glass graduated from Atlanta High School in 1935. While working at Endsley Grocery in Bloomburg, Lois met and then married her husband Horace L. Haynes, Jan. 1, 1944. Lois was a devoted wife and mother, a talented seamstress, as well as a dedicated member of First Baptist Church of Bloomburg. She retired from Bloomburg State Bank in 1984, as vice president and cashier. She was preceded in death by her husband, Horace Haynes, in 1988 and brothers Velmer Glass, Norris Haynes, and Edward Glass. Survivors include a daughter, Eileen Haynes Collins and son-in-law, Jerry Collins of Bloomburg; grandchildren Jeffery and Ann Collins of Redwater, Mitchell and Lauri Collins of Holly Lake Ranch, and Robin and Jim Russell of Kaufman; great-grandchildren Christian Collins, Sydney Collins, Gracie Collins, Carter Collins, Jacob Collins, Lindsay Collins, and Avery Russell. She is also survived by two sisters, Ruth Woods of Sulphur Springs and Helen Woods of Atlanta; a brother-in-law E.B. Woods of Atlanta; and sisters-in-law Genice Glass of Atlanta and Evelyn Haynes of Bloomburg. Services for Mrs. Haynes were held at 2:30, Sunday, Feb. 11 at the First Baptist Church in Bloomburg and burial was held at the Smyrna Cemetery. The Rev. Tim Reed conducted the services.

IRVIN “RED” LYNCH JR. April 3, 1937 – Feb. 9, 2007

Graveside services for Irvin “Red” Lynch, 69, 69, of Atlanta were held Tuesday, Feb. 13, at 2 p.m. at Huffines Cemetery. Hanner Funeral Service handled the arrangements.

LUVENIA CARR RENFRO Dec. 3, 1947 – Feb. 9, 2007

Funeral services for Luvenia Carr Renfro, 59, of Rowlett will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday, Feb. 14, at First Baptist Church of Maud. Coleman-Atlanta Funeral Home is handling the arrangements.

ASA LEE DAVIS Feb. 1, 1924 – Feb. 3, 2007

Funeral services for Asa Lee Davis, 83, of Cason were held at 11 a.m. Saturday, Feb. 10 at Shady Gove Christian Church in Cason. Reeder-Davis Funeral Home handled the arrangements.

Sunday, February 18, 2007

VALERIA STONE SKELTON Dec. 22, 1912 – Feb. 11, 2007

Margaret Valerie Stone Skelton, 94, of Augusta, Kan., passed away on Sunday, Feb. 11, 2007. Funeral services were held at 11 a.m. Friday, Feb. 16 at First Southern Baptist Church in Augusta, Kan. A viewing will be held from 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 20, and funeral services will also be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday, Feb. 21 at New Colony Baptist Church in Linden. Interment will be held at the New Colony Cemetery in Linden under the direction of Reeder-Davis Schindler Funeral Home. Mrs. Skelton was born in Cass County on Dec. 22, 1912, the daughter of the late Charles Clem and Hettie Minnie Frazier Stone. On Dec. 25, 1935, she married James Robert Skelton, now deceased, in Linden. She was a teacher in Cass County rural schools in the 1930s, and joined Delta Kappa Gamma Society and Alpha Upsilon Chapter in December 1936. She is survived by daughter Carolyn Mikish and her husband, Richard of Augusta Kan.; sister Charlie Dell Stone Whatley of Linden; sister-in-law Althara Skelton McDuffie of Linden; brother-in-law John Harold Skelton of Linden; granddaughters Melynnie Williams and husband Tom of Newton, Kan., and Cathy Ryan of Andover, Kan.; great-grandchildren, Zach Boucher and his wife Michelle, and Chelsea, Caitlyn and Chandler Williams; one great-great-grandson, Dylan Scott Boucher; and a host of nieces and nephews. Memorials may be made to the First Southern Baptist Church in Augusta, Kan. or New Colony Cemetery in Linden. The online guest book can be signed at Reeder-Davis.com. (pd)

MARILYN MORRIS COPELAND Dec. 16, 1958 – Feb. 13, 2007

Funeral services for Marilyn Morris Copeland, 48, of Queen City will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday, Feb. 17 at the Cornerstone Assembly of God in Atlanta. The Rev. Don Brankel and the Rev. Fred Calhoun will be officiating. Interment will follow at Pine Crest Cemetery in Atlanta. Hanner Funeral Service is handling the arrangements. Mrs. Copeland was born in Lake Charles, La., and was preceded in death by her parents, the Rev. W.L. and Mary Sue Morris. Mrs. Copeland was a member of the Faith Assembly of God in Texarkana, Ark. She enjoyed sewing and crafting, was a loving mother and grandmother, and had a deep love for God. She miss be missed. Mrs. Copeland is survived by her husband, Ray Copeland of Queen City; three sons, Chad Chiles and Cody Chiles of Queen City, and Rusty Chiles and wife Jessica of Tyler; a stepdaughter, Raynelle Copeland of Arp; a stepson, Ray Copeland Jr. of Henderson; sister Martha Nichols and husband James of Queen City; one grandson, Austin Chiles of Tyler; and several step-grandchildren. (pd)

AUDREY L. NICKLEBERRY GASTON May 15, 1941 – Feb. 10, 2007

Funeral services for Audrey L. Nickleberry Gaston, 65, of Marietta will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, Feb. 17 at Bethlehem Baptist Church in Marietta. Linden Funeral Home is handling the arrangements.

POLLY STEWARD MORRISON Dec. 23, 1953 – Feb. 13, 2007

Funeral services for Polly Steward Morrison, 53, of Longview will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 17 at Reeder-Davis Chapel. Reeder-Davis Funeral Home is handling the arrangements.

Wednesday, February 22, 2007

RUTH S. PATTILLO May 6, 1927 – Feb. 16, 2007

Memorial services for Ruth S. Pattillo, 79, of Texarkana, formerly of Atlanta, were held Sunday, Feb. 18 at Hanner Funeral Chapel with the Rev. Jeff Story officiating. Mrs. Pattillo was born in Faulkner County, Ark. She was a member of Christian Fellowship Church of Queen City and had been a resident of Texarkana the last few years. Mrs. Pattillo is survived by one son, Raymond L. Pattillo and his wife, Sheryl, of McLeod; and grandsons Dr. Christopher Pattillo and his wife, Freda, of Oil City, La., Benjamine Pattillo and his wife, Suzanne, of McLeod, and Matthew Pattillo and wife, Jennifer, of Little Rock, Ark. She was also survived by a number of nieces and nephews. The family would like to express their sincere appreciation to Serenity Hospice of Texarkana. (pd)

REV. VIRGIL A. GROVES Sept. 22, 1926 – Feb. 15, 2007

Funeral services for the Rev. Virgil A. Groves, 80 of Minden, La., were held Saturday, Feb. 17, at Rose-Neath Minden Chapel in Minden, La., with the Rev. Ben Jordan and the Rev. Ronnie Whitlock officiating. Interment was held at the Gardens of Memory in Minden, La. The Rev. Groves was born in Vanceville, La. He served as a guest pastor at churches in this area. The Rev. Groves is survived by his wife of 59 years, Georgia Groves; son Daniel Groves and wife, Kathy; daughter, Janet Shows and husband Charles; sisters Margaret Hill and Doris Addison; grandchildren, Jeff, David, and Eric Cobb, Brian Groves and wife, Alyse, Rebecca Aragon and husband, Jason, and Michelle Shows; and 11 great-grandchildren. The Rev. Groves was preceded in death by his parents, Mr. and Mrs. H.D. Groves; daughter, Karen Groves Cobb; and siblings Edward, Earl, John, Mary Alice, Jewel, Audrey and Lois. (pd)

MARVIN MIKEHAEL “MIKE” WARREN May 2, 1945 – Feb. 18, 2007

Marvin Mikehael “Mike” Warren died Sunday, Feb. 18 at his home. He was born May 2, 1945 in Atlanta. Mike was retired from International Paper Company and was a former U.S. Marine. He was a member of the Queen City First Baptist Church. Mike was preceded in death by his parents, Virgil and Ruby Warren, and one brother, Charles Warren. He is survived by his wife Fonda Warren of Linden; one son, Mikehael Warren and wife, Anna of Houston; two daughters, Colette Roberts and husband, Jimmy of Linden and Tammy Strutton and husband Daren of Houston; four stepsons, Bobby Robertson and wife, Kim, Ty Robertson, Mikey Robertson and Christopher Robertson, all of Ozark, Mo,; 12 grandchildren; two step-grandchildren; two brothers, Roger Warren and wife, Glenda and Tim Warren and wife, Debbie of Linden; and one sister, Dean Rich of Greenwood, La. Services will be held Wednesday, Feb. 21, at the First Baptist Church of Queen City. Online condolences can be made at www.hannerfuneralservice.com. (pd)

RITA YDROGO Aug. 30, 1908 – Feb. 18, 2007

Graveside services for Rita Ydrogo, 98, of Linden will be at 10:30 a.m., Thursday, Feb. 22 at Flat Creek Cemetery. Reeder-Davis-Schindler Funeral Home handled the arrangements.

ALTA GIBSON WELLBORN Aug. 9, 1916 – Feb. 15, 2007

Funeral services for Alta Gibson Wellborn, 90, of Naples, were held at 2 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 18 at Reeder-Davis Chapel. Reeder-Davis Funeral Home handled the arrangements.

Sunday, February 25, 2007

NANCY SWINT May 16, 1946 – Feb. 20, 2007

Memorial services for Nancy Swint, 60, of Douglassville, will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 24 at Douglassville Baptist Church will the Rev. Rod LaGrone and the Rev. Danny Mayton officiating. Services were under the direction of Hanner Funeral Service. She was preceded in death by her father, Alton Holley. Mrs. Swint was a board member of the American Cancer Society, a member of the Douglassville Cemetery Association, unit coordinator for Reach-T-Recovery, and a faithful Sunday school teacher. Mrs. Swint is survived her by husband Jim Swint of Douglassville of Douglassville; her mother Lucille Holley of Hamilton; one stepson, Kevin Swint and wife Julie of San Francisco, Calif.; one step-daughter, Sadie Rademacher and husband Gary of Hurst; three brothers, Ronald Holley and wife JoAnn of Greenville, Arnold Holley and wife Mickey of Canyon and David Holley and Helen of Hamilton; three sister-in-law Sharon Jones and husband W.R. of Edcouch; three grandchildren, Kathryn Swint, Emily Swint and Kaylee Rademacher; and two grandsons, David Rademacher and Henry Swint, The guest book may be signed at www.hannerfuneralservices.com. (pd)

ROY PEACOCK Feb. 19, 2007 – Feb. 19, 2007

Funeral service for Roy Peacock, 66, of Huffines were held at 2 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 22, at Huffines Baptist Church with the Rev. Mark Markel and the Rev. J.W. Crow officiating. Interment was at Huffines Cemetery under the direction of Hanner Funeral Service. Peacock is preceded in death by his parents, Virgil and Evelyn Peacock; one brother, L.E. Peacock; one sister, Sue Simmons; and one nephew, Marcus Peacock. He was a member of the Westside Baptist Church in Atlanta, a member of the FFA, a Cass County foster parent and a veteran of the United States Army. He was a former member of the Huffines Owis basketball team. He owned and operated Peacock Grocery for many years. He was a generous man, often helping those in need with groceries and giving out candy to the children who frequented his store. He will be deeply missed. He is survived by daughters, Monica Peacock and Heather Peacock, both of Huffines; three brothers, Charles Peacock of Huffines, Kenneth Peacock and wife Della, and Neal Peacock and wife Kathy, all of Atlanta; three sisters, Claudean Prater of Huffines, Jean Klaus and husband Fred of Commerce, and Una Waites and husband James of Huffines; a special nephew, Brandon Cook; eight nieces and five other nephews. He is also survived by numerous great-nieces and nephews. The guest book may be signed at www.hannerfuneralservice.com. (pd)

OMER DEMENT Nov. 28, 1919 – Feb. 18, 2007

Funeral services for Omer Dement, 87, of Hughes Springs, formerly of Dallas, were held at 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, Feb. 21 at the LaPrada Church of Christ of Mesquite. Reeder-Davis Funeral Home handled the arrangements.

GENEVA NEWBY Aug. 8, 1915 – Feb. 20, 2007

Funeral services for Geneva Newby, 91, of Hughes Springs were held at 10 a.m. Friday, Feb. 23 at Reeder-Davis Chapel. Reeder-Davis Funeral Home handled the arrangements.

Wednesday, February 28, 2007

MARGARET KLOPFER May 20, 1959 – Feb. 16, 2007

Margaret Klopher, 47, of Cody, Wyo., died Feb. 16, at West Park Hospital following a long battle with cancer. She was born May 20, 1959, in Dallas, to Bobby Wilder and Marsha Campbell. She was raised by her parents, Bobby and Annette Wilder. She married the love of her life, Ralf Klopfer, in Cody, Wyo., on Feb. 26, 1995. She worked in the kitchen dietary department at West Park Hospital for eight years until she was no longer to work. She loved being outdoor, hiking and fishing. She had a deep love for animals, especially her dogs Willy and Tiffany, two cats and horse, Misty. She loved to sing and put her faith, love and trust in the Lord her savior. She loved to sing in the choir at church. In 1968, she was diagnosed with cancer, and courageously and gallantly fought the battle, always with a smile. She said, “I can face anything because I have the Lord with me always.” She is survived by her husband, Ralph Klopfer of Cody, Wyo.; her parents Bobby and Annette Wilder of Linden; four brothers, Cole Dwyer of Linden, Steve Dwyer of Fouke, Ark., Robert Wilder of Ft. Smith, Ark., and Glenn Zenitti of Seattle, Wash.; three sisters, Judy Harrod of Greenville, N.C., Sheila Parrish of Trinidad, Colo., and Debbie Wilder of Seattle, Wash.; nine nieces, 12 nephews and numerous family and friends. She was preceded in death by her grandparents, John and Josephine Wilder and Earlton and Louise Harrod; her mother, Marsha Campbell; and a niece, Cassy Dwyer. Funeral services were held Feb. 21 in Cody, Wyo. Ralf’s family held a memorial on the 22^nd in honor of Margaret in Mannheim, Germany. She loved Ralph’s family. Memorial services for Margaret Klopfer, 47, of Cody, Wyo. Will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, March 3, at New Colony Baptist Church with the Brother Richard officiating. Margaret will be laid to rest at The New Colony Cemetery in New Colony. Thanks to TEC Inc (Tatum Excavating Company) of Texarkana for their donation toward her tombstone. (pd)

RAYMOND THOMAS JR. July 31, 1935 – Feb. 25, 2007

Graveside services for Raymond Thomas Jr., 71, of Huffines will be held at 2 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 28, at Huffines Cemetery with the Rev. J. W. Crow officiating. Hanner Funeral Service is handling the arrangements. Mr. Thomas was a Baptist and a Christian. He was preceded in death by his parents, Raymond Lee Thomas Sr. and Arie Elizabeth Claghorn Thomas; his sister, Jane Golden; and his nephew, Donald Joe Golden. Mr. Thomas is survived by one brother, Charlie Thomas and wife Beth of Azie; three sisters, Ida Farve and husband Bily and Tomie Skinner and her husband Ray, all of Atlanta, and Eleanora Richie Shreveport, La.; numerous nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews; and great-great-nephews, as well as other relatives and friends. The guestbook may be signed at www.hannerfuneralservice.com. (pd)

CHARLES “CHUCK” WALTER Aug. 9, 1922 – Feb. 24, 2007

Funeral services for Charles “Chuck” Walter, 84, of Atlanta were held at 11 a.m. Tuesday, Feb. 27, at Hanner Funeral Chapel with the Rev. Wes Chambers officiating. Services were under the direction of Hanner Funeral Services. Mr. Walter was a member of the First Baptist Church in Atlanta. He was also retired from Red River Army Depot and a WWII Battle of Bulge veteran. Survivors include his wife, Ruth Walter of Atlanta; two sons, Stephens Walter and wife Florence of Atlanta and Timothy Walter and wife Debbie of Bayfield, Colo.; four daughters, Miriam Walter, Priscilla Walter and Susan Graham Graham and husband Ronald, all of Albuquerque, N.M., and Rebecca Thompson of Post Falls, N.M.; four sisters, Dorothy Boehk and husband John of Perrysburg, Ohio, Fannie Mae Davis and husband Eric of New Hampshire, and Betty Greiser of Ohio; 20 grandchildren; and 15 great-grandchildren. (pd)

BILL WADDILL Dec. 15, 1912 – Feb. 23, 2007

Funeral services for Bill Waddill, 94, of Atlanta were held at 3 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 27 at Antioch Baptist Church with the Rev. Willard Land officiating. Interment followed at Antioch Cemetery under the direction of Hanner Funeral Service. Mr. Waddill was preceded in death by his first love and wife, Una Farmer Waddill; and his second wife, Quida Kirkland Waddill; one son, Gary Waddill; one daughter, Marsha Diane Waddill; three sisters and three brothers. Survivors include one daughter, Jeanette Edwards and husband Jerry of Atlanta; two sisters, Maggie Myrick and Iris Thompson both o Odessa; five grandchildren, Jeff Edwards and wife Lisa of Grandbury, Cheryl Edwards of San Antonio, Steve Edwards of Russellville, Ark., Calvin Waddill of Atlanta of Carl Waddill of Longview; nine great-grandchildren; and four great-great-great-grandchildren. Mr. Waddill was a member of the Antioch Baptist Church for over 60 years where he served as choir director for many years and the continued to be active local Saturday singings. He is a farmer member of the Civilian Conservation Core at the Grand Canyon and enjoyed playing cards and dominoes. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to The American Cancer Society of the Antioch Cemetery Association. (pd)

BRO. JERRY SHARP Jan. 23, 1943 – Feb. 25, 2007

Funeral services for Bro. Jerry Sharp, 64, of Linden were held Tuesday, Feb. 27 at 11 a.m. at the Bear Creek Baptist Church near Linden with Bro. Dale Carter and Bro. Earnest Hodge officiating. Burial was held at Bear Creek Cemetery under the direction of Reeder-Davis-Schindler Funeral Home. Bro. Sharp passed away Saturday, Feb. 25 in the Linden hospital. He was born Jan 23, 1943 in McAlister, Okla. He had worked for the Texas Department of Transportation for 43 years and was the pastor of Grace and Truth Baptist Church in Lassiter. He is survived his wife, Lynette Sharp of Linden; one daughter and son-in-law, Paula and Jimmy Watson of Linden; one son and daughter-in-law, Michael and Gwen Sharp of Jefferson; two sisters, Linda Stephens of Linden and Cheryl Rogers of Amarillo; four grandchildren, Brandon Watson, Lisa Watson, Jerrod Sharp and Kendall Sharp; one great-grandchild. Caleb Taylor; and his mother-in-law, Jaunita Surratt of Linden. Bro. Sharp was preceded in death by his parents, J.P. and Cordia Mae Sharp, and one sister, Ethel Henderson. Visitation was held at the funeral home from 6 p.m. until 8 p.m. on Monday. Online guestbook may be signed at www.Reeder-Davis.com. (pd)

ZACHERY TIE VANATWERP Feb. 25, 2007 – Feb. 25, 2007

Graveside services for Zachery Tie Vanatwerp, infant son pf Jane Helmick and Mike Vanatwerp of Queen City, will be held at 10 a.m. Wednesday, Feb. 28, at Springdale Cemetery. Hanner Funeral Service is handling the arrangements.

DENNIS JAMES DUREE

Dennis James Duree Sr., 75, of Atlanta died Feb. 22 at his residence. Funeral services are pending with Hanner Funeral Service of Atlanta.

Sunday, March 4, 2007

DENNIS JAMES DUREE, SR. Aug. 19, 1931 – Feb. 22, 2007

On Feb. 22, the Duree family lost their patriarch, Mr. Dennis James Duree Sr. of Atlanta. He was a loved by all that had the honor of knowing him. Mr. Duree was born and raised in Orange. He was a retired Air Force officer, a position that offered his family the opportunity or residing around the world. He settled in the San Francisco, Calif., Bay area with first wife, Jean Duree, and their four children, Yolanda, Dennis Jr., Darnell and Denise. He was a retired employee of Golden Gate Transit where he met his second wife, Loretta Duree. He made an impact on many lives during the course of his lifetime. He was beloved by his grandchildren, stepchildren and companion, Donna Quarles. Mr. Duree has strong times to the community as a real estate property investor. He acquired many friends and loved ones. He will truly be missed. Funeral services will be held at Victory Baptist Church, 1320 Anticoch Road in Atlanta at 11 a.m. Saturday March 3, with burial to follow in the Pine Crest Cemetery and the Rev. Christopher Collins officiating. The guest book may be signed at www.hannerfuneralservice.com. (pd)

ZACHERY TYE VANANTWERP Feb. 25, 2007

Graveside services for Zachery Tye Vanantwerp, infant son of Jane Henlmick and Michael Vanantwerp of Queen City, were held at 10 a.m. Wednesday, Feb. 28 at Springdale Cemetery. Hanner Funeral Service handled the arrangements. Zachery was born Sunday, Feb. 25 in Texarkana and he died Feb. 25 in Texarkana. Other survivors include one brother, Robert Lynn Helmick of Queen City; grandparents, Pam and David Helmick all of Queen City; aunts and uncles, John Keene, Betty Helmick and Susie Weeks and husband Chris, all of Queen City; 10 cousins, Jacob Helmick, David, Brittany and Daniel Keene and Chris, Curtis, Devon, Marisa, Elissa, and Dax Weeks, all of Queen City. He is also survived by his great uncle and aunt Nancy and Johnny Godwin of Queen City; and a host of other family and friends. (pd)

J.A. “BO” little Aug. 20, 1931 – Feb. 27, 2007

Graveside services for J.A. “Bo” Little, 75, of Bloomburg were held at 2 p.m. Thursday, March 1 at Macedonia Cemetery is Miller County, Ark., with the Rev. Phil Starrett officiating. Mr. Little was a retired truck driver and was be deeply missed by his family. He was preceded in death by his Gene Little and Herbert Little. He is survived by his wife, Mary Little of Bloomburg; one son, Terry Ray Little and wife Nita Fay of Bloomburg; one daughter, Linda Sue Little of Bloomburg; and one brother, Wayne Little of Bloomburg. He is also survived by three grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. (pd)

LLOYD COX March 4, 1923 – Feb. 26, 2007

Funeral services for Lloyd Cox, 83, of Douglasville were held at 10 a.m. Thursday, March 1 at Bethlehem Baptist Church in Cass County. Hanner Funeral Service handled the arrangements.

CHRISTINE ANN YOUNG July 16, 1916 – Feb. 28, 2007

Funeral services for Christine Ann Young, 90, of Hughes Springs will be at 2 p.m. Saturday, March 3 at Crossroads Missionary Baptist Church in Hughes Springs. Reeder-Davis Funeral Home is handling the arrangements.

LOTTIE LEE ROYAL Oct. 17, 1917 – Feb. 25, 2007

Funeral services for Lottie Lee Royal, 89, will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday, March 3 at Liberty United Methodist Church in Hughes Springs. Reeder-Davis Funeral Home is handling the arrangements.

Wednesday, March 7, 2007

Bobby Wayne McAdams            June 23, 1947 - March 3, 2007

Funeral services for Bobby Wayne McAdams, 59, of bright Star, Ark., were held Tuesday, March 6 at 10 a.m. at Cornerstone Assembly of God Church with the Rev. Ronnie Raines and the Rev. Fred Calhoun officiating.  Interment was held at the Olive Branch Cemetery in Miller County, Ark., under the direction of Hanner Funeral Service.  Mr. McAdams was a member of the Sand Hill Assembly of God Church.  He was a veteran of the U.S. Army and a retired telephone technician for GTE and later worked for Valor Communications.  Mr. McAdams was preceded in death by his sons, Greg McAdams and his mother, Wanda L. McAdams.  He is survived by his wife, Sharon Funderburk McAdams of Bright Star, Ark.; father, Henry McAdams and wife Nona of Texarkana; daughter, Kristie Glasgow and husband Danny of Bright Star, Ark.; sister, Sandie Foote and husband Jack of Bright Star, Ark.; three grandchildren, Kaleigh Glasgow, Jacee Glasgow and Cassie Glasgow all of Bright Star, Ark.; and his mother-in-law, Virginia Funderburk of Bloomburg.  Mr. McAdams is also survived by numerous nieces, nephews, and other relatives. (pd)

RUBY GLASS            Dec. 8, 1915 - March 4, 2007

Funeral services for Ruby Glass, 91, of Atlanta will be held at 10 a.m. Wednesday, March 7 at the Hanner Funeral Chapel, with Mr. Tom Hooten officiating.  Interment will follow at the Smyrna Cemetery in Cass County under the direction of Hanner Funeral Service.  She was member of the Atlanta Church of Church.  Mrs. Glass was preceded in death by her husband, Mr. Raymond William Glass.  he is survived by a son William Ray Glass and wife Gayle of Daingerfield; granddaughter, Katie Glass and husband Tim of College Station; one brother, John J. Harrington and wife Pauline Watkins Harrington of Atlanta; three great-grandchildren, Emma Ward, Joshua Ward, all of College Station.  Mrs. Ruby is also survived by one niece, Belinda Harrington Cockrell of Snellville, Ga.; and two nephews, James Edward Henderson of Sweetwater and Dana Lynn Harrington of Bellville. (pd)

daniel lightfoot            Sept. 23, 1932 - March 3, 2007

Funeral services for Daniel Lightfoot, 74, of Bloomburg were held at 2 p.m. Monday, March 5 at New Hope Baptist Church in Bloomburg with Dr. David Baxley and Marlyse Stewart officiating.  Interment was held at New Hope Cemetery in Bloomburg under the direction Hanner Funeral Service. Mr.  Lightfoot was a member of the New Hope Baptist Church in Bloomburg.  He was a Mason and a veteran of the U.S. Army.  Mr. Lightfoot retired from the Lone Star Steel as a radial compressor operator.  He was preceded in death by his brothers, Ira Lightfoot Jr., Calvin Lightfoot, Amos Lightfoot. He us survived by his wife, Fayrene McAlexander Lightfoot of Bloomburg; two sons, Mitch Lightfoot and wife Cynthia of Texarkana and Michael Lightfoot and wife Shirley of Bloomburg; one daughter and husband John Jr. of Atlanta; three brothers, John Lightfoot and wife Judy of Conroe, and Wayne Lightfoot and wife Judy and Jim Lightfoot, all of Bloomburg; one sister, Louise Fassbender and husband Wally of Big Bay, Mich.; one sister-in-law, Mary Lightfoot of Willis; and five grandchildren, Carman Hawkins of Texarkana, Lance Hawkins of McKinney, Danielle Lightfoot of Severn Md., Julia Grogan of Atlanta, and Sydney Lightfoot of Bloomburg. (pd) 

LEON KELLEY

Funeral arrangements are pending for Leon Kelley, 54, of Atlanta, Coleman-Atlanta Funeral Home is handling the arrangements. 

J.T. "Big Jim" Everett Jr.             April 21, 1943 - March 3, 2007

Funeral services for J.T. "Big Jim" Everett Jr., 66, of Hughes Springs will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday, March 8 at Reeder-Davis Chapel in Hughes Springs.  Reeder-Davis is handling the arrangements.,

Lessie B. James            April 9, 1933 - March 4, 2007

Funeral services for Lessie B. James, 73, of Atlanta will be held at 3 p.m. Saturday, March 10 at Roach Church of God in Christ.  Community Mortuary is handling the arrangements.

Sunday, March 18, 2007

BILLIE DOT SURRATT March 3, 1930 – March 12, 2007

Funeral services for Billie Dot Surratt, 7, of Linden were held at 10 a.m., Friday, March 1, 2007 at First Baptist Church in Linden, with Bro. Jackie Stanfield and Bro. Don Phelph officating. Interment was in Linden Cemetery under the direction of Reeder-Davis-Schindler Funeral Home. Mrs. Surratt was born March 3, 1930 in Springhill, La. And passed away March 12, 2007 in a Longview hospital. Oct. 11, 1947 she married Aaron Dee Surratt.

Wednesday, March 21, 2007

EFFIE CHEATHAM            April 10, 1910 - March 21, 2007

Funeral services for Effie Cheatham, 96, of Hughes Springs will be at 10 a.m. Wednesday, March 21, 2007 at Love Chapel Baptist Church.  Reeder-Davis Funeral Home is handling the arrangements.

ORA ALLISON            Sept. 4, 1916 - March 15, 2007

Funeral services for Ora Allison, 90, of Linden were held at 2 p.m. Monday, March 19, 2007 at Pinecrest Baptist Church in Linden.  Reeder-Davis-Schindler Funeral Home handled the arrangements.

JOHN MITCHAM            June 15, 1919 - March 15, 2007

Graveside services of John Mitcham, 87, of Lone Star were held at 2 p.m. Sunday, March 18 at Woodlawn Memorial Park on Hughes Springs.  Reeder-Davis Funeral Home handled the arrangements.

ROBERT NIPPER            May 20, 1925 - March 16, 2007

Funeral services for Robert W. Nipper, 81, of Hughes Springs were held Monday, March 19 at Reeder-Davis Chapel.  Reeder-Davis Funeral Home handled the arrangements.

MABEL C. WILLIAMS            March 14, 1914 - March 17, 2007

Funeral services for Mabel C. Williams, 93, of Hughes Springs will be held at 2 p.m. Wednesday, March 21 at First United Methodist Church in Hughes Springs.  Reeder-Davis Funeral Home handled the arrangements.

Sunday, March 25, 2007

VERBA LEE "BILL" GOLDEN            Sept. 14, 1917 - March 18, 2007

Funeral services for Verba Lee "Bill" Golden, 89, of Hughes Springs were held at 2 p.m. Thursday, March 22 at Crossroads Missionary Baptist Church.  Reeder-Davis Funeral Home handled the arrangements.

ROBERT NIPPER            May 20, 1925 - March 16, 2007

Funeral services for Robert W. Nipper, 81, of Hughes Springs were held Monday, March 19 at Reeder-Davis Chapel.  Reeder-Davis Funeral Home handled the arrangements.

VIRGIE EVERETT            Sept. 14, 1915 - March 19, 2007

Funeral services for Virgie Everett, 91, of Omaha will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday, March 24 at Mt. Zion C.M.E. Church in Naples.  Services are under the direction of Reeder-Davis Funeral Home.

Wednesday, March 28, 2007

JAMES DOUGLASS STONE            May 29, 1942 - March 25, 2007

Funeral services for James Douglass Stone, 64, of Linden  will be held at 10 a.m. Wednesday, March 28 at Reeder-Davis-Schindler Funeral Home Chapel in Linden.  Reeder-Davis-Schindler Funeral Home is handling the arrangements.

April

Sunday, April 1, 2007

MRS. J.D. GILLEY            April 3, 1915 - March 27, 2007

Graveside services Mrs. Marcelle Gilley, 91, of Atlanta will be held at 4 p.m. Saturday, March 31 at Pine Crest Cemetery in Atlanta.  Hanner Funeral Services is handling the handling the arrangements.

JOAN H. WYLAND HOPKINS            Dec. 22, 1919 - March 27, 2007

Mass of Christian burial for Joan H. Wyland Hopkins, 87, of Hughes Springs will be celebrated at 10 a.m., Saturday, March 31 at Our Lady of Fatima Catholic Church in Dangerfield. Reeder-Davis Funeral Home is handling the arrangements.

Wednesday, April 4, 2007

DOYLE E. JESTER            Nov. 17, 1933 - April 1, 2007

Doyle E. Jester, 73, of Queen City, died April 1.  Mr. Jester was born in Bradley, Ark.  He is survived by his wife, Mary Jester of Queen City; three sons, Richard Jester of Seattle, Was., Todd Jester of Panama City, Fla., and Christopher Jester of Longview; two daughters, April Durman of Queen City and Elaine Hall of Wichita; one brother Clarence Jester of Queen City; three grandsons Christopher Jester, Brandon Jester and William Jester; and two granddaughters, Sidney Jester and Marlee Durman. (pd)

Mrs. J. D. Gilley            April 3, 1915 - March 27, 2007

Graveside services for Mrs. Marcelle Gilley, 91, of Atlanta were held at 4 p.m. Saturday, March 31 at Pine Crest Cemetery in Atlanta with Jon Lumbley officiating.  Burial was under the direction of Hanner Funeral Service.  She and her husband owner and operated Gilley's General Store in Queen City.  She was a member of the First Baptist Church of Atlanta for many years where she taught as an elementary Sunday school class for over 20 years.  Mrs. Gilley was preceded in death by her husbands, Stephen B. Wolfe and J.D. Gilley; her sisters and brothers-in-law, Renelll Pilant and husband Thurman, and Bodie Hodges. She is survived by a nephew, Chuck Pilant and his wife Virginia of Sherman; a niece, Cecelia Lumbley of Longview; and one granddaughter-in-law, Amy Boland of Louisiana. (pd)

Howard "Blackie" W. Sheffield            Jan. 11, 1932 - March 29, 2007

Funeral services for Howard "Blackie" W. Sheffield, 75 of Linden were held Sunday, April 1 at 2:30 p.m. at First Baptist Church of Linden.  Reeder-Davis-Schindler Funeral Home handled the arrangements.

Lawrence "Mole" Wells Jr.            Dec. 22, 1940 - March 29, 2007

Services for Lawrence "Mole" Wells Jr., 65, of Cason were held at 2 p.m. Saturday, March 31 at Daingerfield-Lone Star Auditorium.  Reeder-Davis Funeral Home handled the arrangements.

Geneva Loffer Floyd            Feb. 8, 1920 - March 29, 2007

Funeral services for Geneva Loffer Floyd, 87, of Daingerfield were held at 2 p.m. Sunday, April 1 at the Reeder-Davis Chapel.  Reeder-Davis Funeral Home handled the arrangements.

David "Glenn" Ryne            Aug. 16, 1928 - April 1, 2007

Funeral services for David "Glenn" Ryne, 78, of Linden will be held at 2 p.m. Wednesday, April 4 at Hughes Springs Missionary Baptist Church.   Reeder-Davis Funeral Home of handling the arrangements.

Eural Venolen Allen            Jan,. 20, 1920 - March 31, 2007

Funeral services for Eural Venolen Allen, 87, of Linden will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday, April 7 at Macedonia Baptist Church in Linden.  Linden Funeral Home is handling the arrangements.

Sunday, April 8, 2007

Velma Hampton            March 3, 1915 - April 2, 2007

Funeral services for Velma Hampton, 92, of Atlanta will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday, April 7 at Hanner Funeral Chapel with the Rev. Leroy Howell officiating.  Interment will be at Springdale Cemetery under the direction of Hanner Funeral Service.  Mrs. Hampton was a charter member of the Oak Grove Quilting Club, a lifetime member of the Veterans of Foreign Wars Ladies Auxillary and a life long member of the Springdale Baptist Church.  Mrs. Hampton was preceded in death by her parents, Joe and Lucy Howell, and her husband, Wayne Hampton.  She is survived by three sons, Joe Hampton and wife Marjorie of Texarkana, Floyd Hampton and wife Cynthia of Henderson and Robert Hampton and wife Patricia of Atlanta; one daughter, Lucy Clayton of Benton, La.; eight grandchildren; 19 great-grandchildren; and one great-great grandchild.  In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Springdale Cemetery Fund. (pd)

Virginia Young Boland            May 13, 1920 - March 30, 2007

Graveside services for Virginia Young Boland, 86, of Atlanta were held at 2 p.m. Tuesday, April 3 at Queen City Cemetery in Queen City with the Rev. Wes Chambers officiating.  Services were under the direction of Hanner Funeral Services.  Mrs. Boland was a member of the First Baptist Church in Atlanta.  She was also an active member of the AARP, American Cancer Society, Business and Professional Women's Club and Relay for Life.  She also helped coordinate blood drives for United Blood Services.  Mrs. Boland had also attended Baylor University.  Mrs. Boland was preceded in her death by the husband, Liston Walter Boland; her grandson, Derek Keith Boland; three sisters; and one brother.  She is survived by one son, L.W. Boland an d wife Diane and West Monroe, La.; one daughter, Yvonne Lee Boland of Las Vegas, Nev.; granddaughter, Jacquelyn B. Plank and her husband Jim of Monroe, La.; and one sister-in-law, Edith Boland of Shreveport, La.  Memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society or to the St. Jude's Children Research Hospital.  (pd)

William "Bill" Johnson            Nov. 5, 1919 - March 30, 2007

Funeral services for William "Bill" Johnson, 87, of Daingerfield were held at 2 p.m. Friday, April 6 at New Hope Missionary Baptist Church in Daingerfield.  Reeder-Davis Funeral Home handled the arrangements.

Howard Lee Howard

Memorial services are pending for Howard Lee Howard, 69, of Uncertain.  He died April 3, 2007.

Wednesday, April 11, 2007

GLEN W. HILL May 2, 1937 – Apr. 5, 2007

Funeral services for Glen W. Hill, 69, of Atlanta were held at 2 p.m. Monday, Apr. 9, at Tanglewood Missionary Baptist Church in Atlanta with the Rev. Gary McNatt officiating. Services were under the direction of Hanner Funeral Service. Mr. Hill was member of Tanglewood Missionary Baptist Church. He enjoyed fishing and camping. He also loved playing in the dirt with his boy toys, jokingly calling it a dirt word business. He was a wonderful husband and father and will be deeply missed. Mr. Hill was preceded in death by his parents, R.C. and Ethel Hill. Survivors include his wife, Burlene “Peanut” Hill of Atlanta; one son, Shannon Hill and wife, Cyndi of Anchorage, Alaska; one daughter, Glenda “Nina” Young of Azle; one brother, Robert G. Hill of Plano; one sister, Gwenn Hill Johnson of Atlanta; five grandchildren, Joni Blair, Jason Young, Waylon Hill, Shayne Hill, and Grace Hill; and one great-grandchild, Logan Blair. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Tanglewood Missionary Baptist Church. The guest book may be signed at www.hannerfuneralservice.com. (pd)

JIMMIE LeROY MOORE, SR. Nov. 27, 1941 – Apr. 8, 2007

Graveside services for Jimmie LeRoy Moore, Sr., 65, of Uncertain will be held at 1 p.m. Wednesday, Apr. 11 at Andrews Cemetery in Karnack with the Rev. Wayne Spanhanks officiating. Interment will be held under the direction of Sullivan-Heaster Funeral Home in Marshall. Mr. Moore was in the U.S. Navy from 1961 until 1964 and he owned and operated Caddo Fish Market for seven years. He was preceded in death by his parents, Henry Moore, Jr. and Mary Frances Denney Moore, and one nephew. Mr. Moore is survived by his wife, two sons, one daughter, two granddaughters, and two sisters. Memorials may be made to The Greater Caddo Lake Association, Karnack ISD, or to the charity of your choice. On-line condolences may be made at www.sullivanheasterfuneralhome.com. (pd)

MRS. J.D. GILLEY Apr. 3, 1915 – Mar. 27, 2007

Graveside services for Mrs. Marcelle Gilley, 91, of Atlanta were held at 4 p.m. Saturday, Mar 31, at Pine Crest Cemetery in Atlanta with Jon Lumbley officiating. Services were under the direction of Hanner Funeral Service. Mrs. Gilley was preceded in death by her husbands, Stephen B. Wolfe and J.D. Gilley; her sisters and brother-in-law, Renell Pilant and her husband, Thurman and Bodie Hodges. She and her husband owned and operated Gilley’s General Store in Queen City. She was a member of the First Baptist Church of Atlanta for many years where she taught an elementary Sunday school class for over 20 years. She is survived by a nephew, Chuck Pilant and his wife, Virginia of Sherman; and a niece, Cecelia Lumbley of Longview. The guest book may be signed at www.hannerfuneralservice.com. (pd)

JAMES DAVID HODGE Apr. 3, 2007 – Apr. 3, 2007

Graveside services for James David Hodge, infant son of Brad Hodge and Courtney (Kilgore) of Redwater, were held at 10 a.m. Saturday, Apr. 7, at Shadydale Cemetery in Cass. Hanner Funeral Service handled the arrangements.

HOWARD WELLS ROSSER Mar. 18, 1928 – Apr. 5, 2007

Funeral services for Howard Wells Rosser, 79, of Longview were held at 2 p.m. Monday, Apr. 9 at Greggton United Methodist Church in Longview. Rader Funeral Home handled the arrangements.

THELMA WILKERSON Aug. 22, 1913 – Apr. 6, 2007

Graveside services for Thelma Wilkerson, 93, of Beaumont were held at 3 p.m. Saturday, Apr. 7, at Dennis Cemetery. Reeder-Davis Funeral Home handled the arrangements.

EMILIA HENOJOSA July 1, 1915 – Apr. 6, 2007

Funeral Services for Emilia Hinojosa, 91, of Linden were held at 2 p.m. Monday, Apr. 9, at the First Baptist Church in Linden. Reeder-Davis-Schindler Funeral Home handled the arrangements.

CARL WARREN

Funeral arrangements are pending for Carl Warren of Marietta who died Monday, Apr. 9. Coleman-Atlanta Funeral Home is handling the arrangements.

Sunday, April 15, 2007

VERA ARNOLD Oct. 27, 1920 – Apr. 9, 2007

Vera Arnold passed away on Apr. 9 after a lengthy illness. She was born on Oct. 27, 1920 and was preceded in death by her husband, Doyle Arnold and grandson Ronnie Cook. She is survived by her children, Howard Plunkett and his wife Pat of Farmers Branch, Robert Plunkett and his wife Jan of Phoenix, Az., Neal Plunkett of Columbia, S.C., Linda Heycox and her husband Stan of Australia and Paula Cook and her husband Ronnie of Queen City; 12 grandchildren; 13 great-grandchildren; and one great great-grandchild; three sisters; one brother; and numerous nieces and nephews. Services were held at 10 a.m. Wednesday, Apr. 11 at the Hanner Funeral Chapel in Atlanta, with burial to follow in the Springdale Cemetery in Cass County with the Rev. LeRoy Howell officiating. Music will be provided by Tamara Shada. Pallbearers are Jon Shada, Eric Shada, Terry Plunkett, Ronnie Cook, Ricky Endsley, and Jeff Hale. (pd)

CHYREL LYNN AKERS Nov. 27, 1941 – Apr. 12, 2007

Funeral services for Chyrel Lynn Akers, 65, of Atlanta will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday, Apr. 14 at the First Baptist Church of Huffines with the Rev. Mike Lovely officiating. Burial will be held at Huffines Cemetery under the direction of Hanner Funeral Service. Mrs. Akers was a member of the Valley Grove Baptist Church in Stephenville. She enjoyed reading and crocheting in her quiet times. She was a wonderful wife, and mother, and grandmother and will be missed deeply. Mrs. Akers was preceded in death by her mother, Jo Clayton; and two brothers, Joe Neal Williams and Wayne Williams. Mrs. Akers is survived by her husband, Ommer Akers of Atlanta; four daughters, Crystal Henderson and her husband Leif of Blanco, Jenny Akers of Midland, Darlene Turpin of Atlanta, and Edi Hermes of Edmond, Okla.; her father, Hardy Williams and his wife Flo of Huffines; three brothers, Buddy Williams and his wife Nancy of Atlanta, James David Williams and wife Elizabeth of Queen City, and Jeff Williams and wife Julie of Little Rock, Ark.; 10 grandchildren, Christopher O’Neal, Dallas Turpin, Dustin O’Neal, Tanner Wilbanks, Ashley Henderson, Jennifer O’Neal, Rachel Butler, Toni Turpin, Breanna Henderson, and Preslie Farquhar. Guest book may be signed at www.hannerfuneralservice.com. (pd)

BEAU BRACKMAN Apr. 10, 2007 – Apr. 10, 2007

Graveside services for Beau Brackman, the infant son of Sarah and Jason Brackman of Bloomburg, were held at 4 p.m. Thursday, Apr. 13 at the New Hope Cemetery in Cass County. Hanner Funeral Service handled all the arrangements.

JAMES EDWARD “BUBBA” SMITH July 2, 1935 – Apr. 9, 2007

Graveside services for James Edward “Bubba” Smith, 71, of Texarkana, Ark. were held at 1:30 p.m. Thursday, Apr. 12, at the Oakwood Cemetery in Jefferson. Haggard-Heaster Funeral Home handled the arrangements.

LEONA E. SCHINDLER Aug. 12, 1912 – Apr. 9, 2007

Funeral services for Leona E. Schindler, 94, of Wilton, Wis., will be held Saturday, Apr. 14 at St. Paul Lutheran Church in Wilton. Smith-Nelson Funeral Home is handling the arrangements.

Wednesday, April 18, 2007

EVERLENE “EVELYN” WILLIAMS July 3, 1921 – Apr. 12, 2007

Funeral services for Everlene “Evelyn” Williams, 85, of Atlanta were held at 10 a.m. Tuesday, Apr. 14, at Hanner Funeral Chapel with Rev. Gene Parker and Jim Voss officiating. Interment was held at Smyrna Cemetery in Cass County under the direction of Hanner Funeral Service. Mrs. Williams was preceded in her death by her husbands, Garland “Dick” Alexander and Hap Williams; her parents, Mathis and Martha Ann Brown; three brothers and three sisters. Mrs. Williams was born on July 3, 1921 in Cass County and was a member of the Smyrna Baptist Church. She was a member of the Atlanta Art League and was a beautician for many years. She is survived by one son, Travis G. Alexander of Queen City; one daughter, Virginia S. English and her husband, T.G. of Atlanta; two sisters, Edna Hartline and Velma Jenkins, both of Vivian, La. She is also survived by six grandchildren, Tammye Denise Fant and her husband David of Atlanta, Jeffery T. English and his wife Toni of Belpre, Oh., Gregory S. English and his wife Elizabeth of Atlanta, Donnie Alexander of Longview, and Sherry Nash and Mark Alexander of Queen City; nine great-grandchildren; two great great-grandchildren and numerous other friends and relatives. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Smyrna Baptist Church Building fund. (pd)

LILLIE BRIDGES

Funeral arrangements for Lillie Bridges of DeKalb are pending with the Coleman-Atlanta Funeral Home. Bridges died Friday, Apr. 13 in DeKalb.

Sunday, April 22, 2007

SAUL ROQUEMORE Feb. 23, 1919 – Apr. 14, 2007

Funeral services for Saul Roquemore, 88, of Pecos were held at 2 p.m. Wednesday, Apr. 18 at St. James Baptist Church with Joe Terry officiating. An additional service was held at 2 p.m. Friday, Apr. 20, at St Paul Baptist Church under the direction of Community Mortuary. Interment was at the Bivins Cemetery. Mr. Roquemore was a long-time resident of Pecos and was a soil and water scientist, and a Baptist. He served in the U.S. Army. He is survived by his wife, Daisy Roquemore; two sons, Fredrick A. Carter III and Saul B. Roquemore Jr.; one daughter, Fredrin C. Sterling; three brothers, Willie Lee Roquemore, Fred Douglas Roquemore, and Clayton L. Roquemore Jr.; four sisters, Goldie B. Cheatham, Ola V. Lewis, Vern Essie Weaver and Irma Jean Tucker; 10 grandchildren, Anika S. Glenn, Ayanna S. Jones, Adamis N. Sterling, Lauren R. Carter, Saul B. Roquemore III, Jessica Miramoutes, Nicole Carter, Arthor C. Roquemore, Jessica Charron-Moussignac, and Nitasha Charron-Moussignac; and two great-grandchildren, Anaya N. Avant and Kaylinne M. Jones. (pd)

GLENNA JANE NEWKIRK Oct. 17, 1935 – Apr. 14, 2007

Glenna Jane Newkirk, 71, of Garland was born Oct. 17, 1935 and passed away Apr. 14, 2007. She retired from GISD after 37 years of teaching and was a member of Axe Memorial United Methodist Church in Garland. She is survived by her sister, Chris Newkirk-Jumper and husband Dennis of Conway, Ark.; brother-in-law, Ray Terry of Whitehouse; two nephews, Randall Scott Jumper and wife Heidi of Sherwood, Ark., and Gregory Michael Jumper and wife Trisha of Conway, Ark.; one niece, Lori Ann Wiedower and husband Bradley of Conway, Ark.; two grand-nephews, Austin Michael Jumper and Bryan Tyler Jumper of Conway, Ark.; two grand-nieces, Morgan Jane Jumper and Bethany Renee Jumper, both of Sherwood, Ark. She was preceded in death by her parents, Chris Floyd and Mildred Ruth Newkirk, and sister, Nancy Newkirk-Terry. Funeral services were held at 4 p.m. Friday, Apr. 20 at Axe Memorial United Methodist Church with the Rev. Ben Read and the Rev. Mike Nichols officiating. Interment followed at 10 a.m. Saturday, Apr. 21, at the Pinecrest Cemetery in Atlanta. Memorials may be made to Axe Memorial United Methodist Church of the S.P.C.A. (pd)

EVERLENE “EVELYN” WILLIAMS July 3, 1921 – Apr. 12, 2007

Funeral services for Everlene “Evelyn” Williams, 85, of Atlanta were held at 10 a.m. Tuesday, Apr. 14, at Hanner Funeral Chapel with Rev. Gene Parker and Jim Voss officiating. Interment was held at Smyrna Cemetery in Cass County under the direction of Hanner Funeral Service. Mrs. Williams was preceded in her death by her husbands, Garland “Dick” Alexander and Hap Williams; her parents, Mathis and Martha Ann Brown; three brothers and three sisters. Mrs. Williams was born on July 3, 1921 in Cass County and was a member of the Smyrna Baptist Church. She was a member of the Atlanta Art League and was a beautician for many years. She is survived by one son, Travis G. Alexander of Queen City; one daughter, Virginia S. English and her husband, T.G. of Atlanta; two sisters, Edna Hartline and Velma Jenkins, both of Vivian, La. She is also survived by six grandchildren, Tammye Denise Fant and her husband David of Atlanta, Jeffery T. English and his wife Toni of Belpre, Oh., Gregory S. English and his wife Elizabeth of Atlanta, Donnie Alexander of Longview, and Sherry Nash and Mark Alexander of Queen City; nine great-grandchildren; two great great-grandchildren and numerous other friends and relatives. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Smyrna Baptist Church Building fund. (pd)

MAMIE DRAPER MILLER Nov. 5, 1907- Apr. 17, 2007

Graveside services for Mimie Draper Miller, 99, of Longview will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, Apr. 21, at Lakeview Memorial Gardens.

BEATRICE DURDEN Mar. 12, 1926 – Apr. 16, 2007

Funeral services for Beatrice Durden, 81, of Avinger will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, Apr. 21, at WRS United Methodist Church in Avinger. Reeder-Davis Funeral Home is handling the arrangements.

ROBIRDA EVANS Dec. 25, 1908 – Apr. 13, 2007

Funeral services for Robirda Evans, 98, of Pittsburg will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday, Apr. 21, at Shady Grove Christian Church in Cason. Reeder-Davis Funeral Home is handling the arrangements.

Wednesday, April 25, 2007

WAYLON BURNS WILEY Jan. 30, 1922 – Apr. 19, 2007

Funeral services for Waylon Burns Wiley, 85, of Jefferson, formerly of Atlanta, were held at 2 p.m. Saturday, Apr. 21, at Hanner Funeral Chapel with the Rev. Taylor Duncan officiating. Burial was held at Cedar Grove Cemetery in Douglasville under the direction of Hanner Funeral Service. Mr. Wiley was born on Jan. 30, 1922 in Douglasville and died Apr. 19, in Jefferson. He was a retired precision millright, on Army veteran of World War II and a Christian. He was preceded in death by one grandson, John Garrett Jackson. Survivors include his wife, Ora H. “Pete” Wiley of Jefferson; one son, John T. Wiley of Georgetown; one daughter, Carlyn Brady of McKinney; two step-sons, K.F. “Ricky” Peterson III and Robert E. Peterson Sr., both of Jefferson; two stepdaughters, Roxanne Wade of Karnack and Karla Rook of Waskom; two brothers, Joe B. Wiley of Atlanta and Donald Wiley of Taylor, Ark.; four sisters, Mary Burleson and Deana Pate, both of Douglassville, Barbara Turner of Atlanta and Linda Powell of Jefferson; and a number of grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and other relatives. Pallbearers for the service were Billy Joe Gage, Terry Wiley, Lynn Burlson, Jackie Turner, Joey Wiley, and Dusty Wiley. Memorials may be made to the Hospice of East Texas, 411 University Bl., Tyler, Tx. 75701, or to the American Cancer Society. (pd)

WILLIE RAY “BILL” HICKS Jan. 19, 1919 – Apr. 21, 2007

Willie Ray “Bill” Hicks died Saturday, Apr. 21, in Atlanta at the age of 88. He was born Jan. 19, 1919 in Maud. He served on the “U.S.S. Indianapolis C.A. 35” U.S. Navy ship in World War II and received the Purple Heart. He was a member of the Antioch Baptist Church. Bill was preceded in death by his parents, Luther and Delpha Hicks; one son, Charles Hicks; one brother, Jewel Hicks; and his twin sister, Wilda Hicks. He is survived by his wife Retha Hicks of Atlanta; two daughters, Ann Hicks of Oklahoma City, Ok., and Grace Ouchley and husband Lance of Shreveport, La.; one sister, Rosie Hicks of Texarkana; and three grandchildren, Damien, Nicole and Kayla. Graveside services will be held at 2 p.m. Monday, Apr. 23, at the Antioch Cemetery. The guest book may be signed at www.hannerfuneralservice.com. (pd)

FREEMAN B. HILL Jan. 28, 1927 – Apr. 19, 2007

Funeral services for Freeman B. Hill, 80, of Naples will be held at 2 p.m. Wednesday, Apr. 25, at Gethsemane Baptist Church in Naples. Reeder-Davis Funeral Home is handling the arrangements.

MAXINE ALLEN

Funeral services for Maxine Allen of Shiloh are pending with the Coleman-Atlanta Funeral Home.

JAMES EDWARD YOUNG

Funeral services for James Edward Young of Bloomburg are pending with the Coleman-Atlanta Funeral Home.

BECKY CLEMENTS May 29, 1946 – Apr. 20, 2007

Graveside services for Becky Clements, 60, of Texarkana, Ark., were held at 10 a.m. Monday, Apr. 23 at the Queen City Cemetery in Queen City. Hanner Funeral Services handled the arrangements.

Sunday, April 29, 2007

DOYLE E. JESTER Nov. 17, 1933 – Apr. 1, 2007

Doyle E. Jester, 73, of Queen City died Apr. 1, 2007. Mr. Jester was born in Bradley, Ark. He is survived by his wife, Mary Jester of Queen City; three sons and their wives, Richard and Marina Jester of Seattle, Wash., Todd Jester of Panama City, Fla., and Christopher and Norma Jester of Longview; two daughters, April Durman of Queen City and Elaine Gibbs and husband John of Bridgeport; two stepsons, Jimmy and Steve Raines of Queen City; and one brother of Queen City. He is survived by four grandsons, Christopher Jester, Brandon Jester, William Jester, and Cody Hall; and two grand-daughters, Sydney Jester and Marlee Durman. (pd)

MAXINE ALLEN Oct. 7, 1940 – Apr. 19, 2007

Funeral services for Maxine Allen, 66, of Atlanta were held at 11 a.m. Friday, Apr. 29 at Shiloh Missionary Baptist Church in Atlanta. Coleman-Atlanta Funeral Home handled the arrangements.

NELLIE RHENE McINTYRE Sept. 9, 1920 – Apr. 23, 2007

Funeral services for Nellie Rhene McIntyre, 86, of Hughes Springs were held at 10 a.m. Friday, Apr. 27, at the First United Methodist Church in Hughes Springs. Reeder-Davis Funeral Home handled the arrangements.

JAMES EDWARD YOUNG, SR. Jan. 25, 1944 – Apr. 22, 2007

Funeral services for James Edward Young Sr., 63, of Bloomburg were held at 11 a.m. Friday, Apr. 27 at the Shady Grove Baptist Church in Bloomburg. Coleman-Atlanta Funeral Home handled the arrangements.

DUSTIN OTIS Sept. 29, 1985 – Apr. 15, 2007

Funeral services for Dustin Otis, 21, of Hughes Springs were held at 2 p.m. Thursday, Apr. 26, at the First Baptist Church in Daingerfield. Reeder-Davis Funeral Home handled the arrangements.

May

Wednesday, May 2, 2007

JAMES EVERRETT SMITH Aug. 10, 1926 – Apr. 26, 2007

Surrounded by his loved ones, James Everett Smith peacefully went to Heaven Thursday, Apr. 26, after a battle with cancer and pneumonia. James was born in Paris to Ben and Ruth Smith. He graduated from high school and attended Centenary College in Shreveport, La. He left college to join the Army. After serving his country, James returned to college but decided that he could use the entrepreneurial skills that he had acquired to make a living. After courting and falling in love with a beautiful woman he called Polly, he married Pauline Parker Oct. 5, 1947, and enjoyed 59 unbelievable years with her. James continued to use his strong business skills and bought Nat Hayes locker plant in Atlanta. He changed the name to Smith’s Frozen Foods and people from miles around had to make appointments to have their animals slaughtered and processed because business was so good. From this endeavor, James bought cows and a feed lot and continued to operate the locker plant. James used the resources he had saved and invested in another business called the Atlanta Electric Motor Company. He opened a miniature golf course in Atlanta and continued to enjoy success as a leading businessman in East Texas. James then ventured into the building and construction business and developed a subdivision in Atlanta called the Green Hills Addition. He eventually built the Best Western motel, restaurant and club on Loop 59 in Atlanta. After James retired, he developed a passion for race horses. He enjoyed breeding and racing these horses all around the country. One of hes favorite things was to stand in the winner’s circle surrounded by his family, friends and winning horse. James is preceded in death by his parents, Ben and Ruth Smith, and one grandson, Clint Self. James is survived by his wife, Polly, of Atlanta; three daughters and son-in-laws, Teresa and Jack Powell of Shreveport, La., Susan and Wesley Self of Texarkana, Ark., and Nancy and Chuck Rice of Atlanta; five grandchildren, Greg Powell and Amanda Powell of Shreveport, Spider Self of Wake Village, and Sam Rice and Ben Rice of Atlanta; and three great-grandchildren, Sierra, Parker and Austin. He is also survived by one sister, Virginia Carter of Atlanta; two brothers and sisters-in-law, Buzz and Ernestine Smith of Texarkana and Jerry and Beverly Smith of Stonewall, La.; and many nieces, nephews and family friends. Services were held at Hanner Funeral Chapel Sunday, Apr. 29, at6 2 p.m. with Wes Chambers officiating. Burial was in Pine Crest Cemetery under the direction of Hanner Funeral Service. The guest book may be signed at www.hannerfuneralservice.com. (pd)

DRUEY LEON POLLARD

Graveside services for Druey Leon Pollard, 41, of Bivins were held at 11 a.m. Monday, Apr. 30, at Bivins Community Cemetery under the direction of Reeder-Davis-Schindler Funeral Home. He died Apr. 25.

Sunday, May 6, 2007

ALEXANDRA DAWN RODGERS Nov. 20, 1989 – Apr. 28, 2007

Funeral services for Alexandra “Alex” Dawn Rodgers, 17, of Hughes Springs were held at 11 a.m. Thursday, May 3 at Veal Switch Missionary Baptist Church in Hughes Springs. Reeder-Davis Funeral Home handled the arrangements.

JACK WAYNE GOREE June 22, 1937 – Apr. 30, 2007

Funeral services for Jack Wayne Goree, 69, of Ore City were held at 2 p.m. Thursday, May 3 at Ore City Church of Christ. Reeder-Davis Funeral Home handled the arrangements.

LEWIS DEAVER Aug. 17, 1941 – Apr. 30, 2007

Memorial services for Lewis Deaver, 65, of Lone Star were held at 2 p.m. at the First Baptist Church of Cason. Reeder-Davis Funeral Home handled the arrangements.

Wednesday, May 9, 2007

MARIE R. DAVIS March 31, 1924 – May 6, 2007

Graveside services for Marie R. Davis, 83, of Atlanta were held at 10 a.m. Tuesday, May 8 at Pine Crest Cemetery in Atlanta. Hanner funeral Service handled the arrangements. Mrs. Davis was a long-time member of the First Baptist Church 65-year member of the Order of the Eastern Star. She was preceded in her death by her husband, Sidney Davis. She is survived by a daughter, Donna Davis Wilkins and husband Stan of Atlanta; and three grandchildren Stanley Wilkins Jr. of Tyler, Benjamin Wilkins of Austin and April Wilkins of Austin. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Watson Cemetery in Bivins. (pd)

BRILLIE HENDERSON

Funeral arrangements are pending for Brillie Henderson, 101, of Queen City, who died May 4. Coleman-Atlanta Funeral Home is handling the arrangements.

Sunday, May 13, 2007

MARSHALL SCOTT BRYAN Feb. 20, 1949 – May 7, 2007

Marshall Scott Bryan, 58, of Atlanta died Monday, May 7, 2007 in his home. Mr. Bryan was born Feb. 20, 1949 in Pratt, Kan. He was a stockbroker and financial advisor for 30 years. Mr. Bryan opened Capital Investment Services in Atlanta in 1989. More recently he owned Scott Bryan Investment Services in Texarkana. He was a competitive weight lifter in his younger years. He was also an avid fisherman and car enthusiast. He was a member of the First United Methodist Church in Atlanta. Mr. Bryan was preceded in death by his parents, Frank and June Bryan. He is survived by his wife Dianne Bryan of Atlanta; one son and daughter-in-law, David and Carrie Bryan of Van Buren, Ark.; one daughter and son-in-law, Mitchell and Bobbi Hill of Atlanta; two step-daughters and sons-in-law, Jim and Rachel Magee of Birmingham, Ala., and Jason and Rabecca Hall of Tyler; and one sister, Joan Bryan of Kingman, Kan. He adored his nine grandchildren, Megan Pitts, Jeremy Bryan, Chloe and Thomas Hill, Clayton and Maggie Magee, Will, Allie, and Ben Hall. Services were held at 10 a.m. Friday at the First United Methodist Church in Atlanta with the Rev. Mike Toland officiating. Hanner Funeral Service handled the arrangements.

ANGIE MILLER Apr. 10, 1928 – May 9, 2007

Funeral services for Angie Miller, 79, of Atlanta will be held at 4 p.m. Saturday, May 12, at the Atlanta Church of Christ with Mr. John Baker officiating. Interment will be held at Laws Chapel in Cass County. Hanner Funeral Service is handling the arrangements. Mrs. Miller was a member of the Atlanta Church of Christ and a member of the National Evangelism with Sojourners. Survivors include her husband Rogers Miller of Atlanta; two sons, Gary Miller and wife, Jody of Phoenix, Az., and Randy Miller and wife, Elaine of Pensacola, Fl., one daughter, Mary Brown and her husband, Tommy of Atlanta; one sister, Delores Coffey and her husband, Larry of Bloomfield, N.M.; eight grandchildren, Blake Miller, Erin Miller, Dru Miller, Ashley Buckner, Will Thorton, Kyle Brown, Christan Brown, and Greg Brown; and one special friend, Faye Green. (pd)

MAGGIE LEE SHARRER Nov. 11, 1919 – May 9, 2007

Graveside services for Maggie Lee Sharrer, 87, of Atlanta will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday, May 12 at the Pine Crest Cemetery in Atlanta with the Rev. Mike Toland officiating. Hanner Funeral Service is handling the arrangements. Mrs. Sharrer was a member of the First United Methodist Church of Atlanta, where she served as church secretary for many years, and was past president of the United Methodist Women’s Organization. She enjoyed needlepoint and traveling, having traveled to all 50 states. She will be missed. Mrs. Sharrer was preceded in death by one daughter, Sylvia Patricia Cobb. She is survived in death by her husband, J.S. Sharrer, Jr. of Atlanta; one son and daughter-in-law, John S. Sharrer, III, and wife, Sue of Queen City; five grandchildren, Sara Sharrer Gildon of Omaha, Kirk Cobb of Ft. Gibson, Okl. Brittney Sharrer of Longview, Janee’ Watkins of Atlanta, and Chad Davis of Texarkana; and seven grandchildren. Memorials may be made to the First United Methodist Church of Atlanta. (pd)

ELLISSA MICHELLE WEEKS Feb. 10, 2007 – May 8, 2007

Graveside services for Ellissa Michelle Weeks, infant daughter of Susie and Chris Weeks, will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday, May 12, at the Springdale Cemetery with the Rev. Billy Dupree officiating. Hanner Funeral Service handled the arrangements. She is also survived by four brothers, Chris Jr., Curtis, Devon, and Dax; two sisters, Mirissa and Christina; her maternal grandparents, David and Pam Helmick; paternal grandmother, Susan Kirkland; paternal great-grandparents, James and Carol McCormack, two uncles, Justin Weeks and his wife, Amber, and their children, Gracie, Sam and Paitynn, and John Keen and his children, David, Brittney, and Daniel; two aunts, Betty Helmick and her son Jacob and Jane Helmick and her son Robert; one great-uncle and aunt, Johnny Godwin and wife, Nancy, all of Queen City. Ellissa was preceded in her death by one cousin, Zackery Vanantwerp. (pd)

Wednesday, May 16, 2007

LOUISE CARNEY AMENT

Louise Carney Ament was born on Massey Street in Atlanta on January 23, 1911. She was the youngest daughter of Judge Hugh Carney and Willie Matthews Carney. Mrs. Ament attended Centenary Collage and graduated from East Texas Baptist University. She taught school in Atlanta retiring in 1976. Mrs. Ament joined the First Baptist Church in 1924. She was a member of Zeta Tau Alpha Sorority, and a past president of the Atlanta Woman’s Club. She is survived by her son, John S. Ament and his wife, Beverly of Jacksonville; her daughter, Jane King and her husband Buddy of Arlington; her grandsons, Jeremy Ament and his wife Linley of Fayetteville, Ark., and Jason Ament of Hickory, N.C.; one granddaughter, Mary Louise Hughes and her husband Kenneth of Waco; and her great-grandson, Preston King Hughes; as well as a number of nieces and nephews. Services were held at 2 p.m. Monday, May 14 at the First Baptist Church in Atlanta with the Rev. Wes Chambers officiating. Burial followed in the Pine Crest Cemetery. Memorials may be made to the Atlanta Public Library or to the First Baptist Church of Atlanta. (pd)

VERNA ELLIS June 18, 1931 – May 11, 2007

Memorial services for Verna Ellis, 75, of West Sacramento, Calif., will be held at a later date in June. Mrs. Ellis passed away on May 11, 2007 with her daughter Julie by her side. Mrs. Ellis waas very involved in her community in West Sacramento, Calif., where she was a historian. She was a member of the DAR, Sacramento Historical Society, West Sacramento Historical Society, the Genealogical Society, the Moose Club, the Discovery Museum (where she enjoyed her work), the Old Sacramento Cemetery and Railroad, and she played a major role in the restoration for the Port of Sacramento Historical Society. She also volunteered her time to the Red Cross where she was deployed for the Missouri floods and the Los Angeles earthquakes. She recently received an award for being Chairperson for the West Sacramento Commission on Aging. She enjoyed her grandchildren and great-grandchildren and will be missed by all that loved her. Mrs. Ellis is survived by her sons, Randy Ringsby of Minnesota and Rick Ringsby of Denver, Colo.; three daughters, Lori Gardner of Tulsa, Okla., Karen Ellis of West Sacramento, Calif., and Julie Dillard of Atlanta, and numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren. The family would like to thank: St. Michael Healthcare Center, especially Dr. Wade, Dr. Echols and Dr. Urbina and their staff; St. Michael Rehab hospital, Dr. Patel and staff; Atlanta Memorial Hospital, especially Dr. Henderson, Dr. Dave Morris, Dr. O’Kelley and Dr. Balachandran; New Hope Cancer Institute of Texarkana; and most of all to the staff of Rose Haven Retreat for the excellent compassion and care. Thank you for being such a special friend, Mrs. Skippy “Thelma” Adcock from Louise. (pd)

Sunday, May 20, 2007

DEAN DUPREE May 30, 1933 – May 15, 2007

Funeral services for Dean Dupree, 73, of Huffines will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday, May 19, at Piney Grove Baptist Church with the Rev. Chris Cowan and the Rev. Ronnie Raines officiating. Internment will follow at the Laws Chapel Cemetery under the direction of Hanner Funeral Services. Mr. Dupree served in the U.S. Army for 26 years and was in Vietnam for three tours of duty. He was stationed in Alaska and Germany also. He was a small engine mechanic operating Dean’s Small Engine Repair. He was also a Baptist, a member of the Huffines Community Center Club, past Fire District 1 vice president, lifetime member of the VFW and N.C.O.A. and a member of the Cass County Genealogical Society. He is survived by his wife, Ruth Dupree, of Huffines; three brothers, Donald Dupree and his wife, Alline of Atlanta, Ronnie Dupree and his wife, Diane of Benton, Ark., and Ronald Dupree and his wife, Judy of Atlanta; two sisters, Annette Easley and her husband, J.C. of Atlanta and Neta Harper and her husband Clint of Wake Village. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Piney Grove Baptist Church, 3628 Texas Hwy.77 West, Atlanta, Tx., 75551; Cass Co. Gear, P.O. box 88, Atlanta, Tx., 75551; or to the charity of your choice. The guest book may be signed at www.hannerfuneralservice.com. (pd)

DARLA LENEE MCCULLOCH Dec. 1, 1968 – May 15, 2007

Funeral services for Darla Lenee McCulloch, 38, of Bloomburg were held at 1 p.m. Thursday, May 17 at Friendship Baptist Church in Bloomburg with the Rev. Phil Starrett officiating. Internment followed at the Macedonia cemetery in Miller Co., Ark. under the direction of Hanner Funeral Services. Ms. Mcculloch was a member of the Friendship Baptist Church in Bloomburg, where she worded in the children’s church. She volunteered her time to the homeless shelter, Christian Fellowship food pantry, and to the clothing ministry in Bloomburg. She was preceded in death by her grandparents, Earnest and Tootsie Jones of Bloomburg and J.L. and Lucy McCulloch of Dallas, and Ivie Lemonds of Hurst; and her beloved aunt, Judy Brimage, also of Bloomburg. She is survived by her parents, Harry Don and Barbara McCulloch of Bloomburg; two sisters, Twyla Sprayberry and her husband, Garland of Atlanta and Lyla Garrett and her husband, Wade of Bloomburg; three nephews, Kevin Sprayberry, Scooter McCulloch, and Hunter Garrett; and two nieces, Aquila Sprayberry nad Destiny Garrett. She is also survived by numerous other aunts, uncles and cousins. The guest book may be signed at www.hannerfuneralservice.com. (pd)

HELEN WOODS Apr. 27, 1912 – May 14, 2007

Graveside services for Helen Woods, 95, of Atlanta were held at 3 p.m. Thursday, May 17 at Union Chapel Cemetery with the Rev. Gene Parker officiating. Arrangements were under the direction of Hanner Funeral Service. Mrs. Woods enjoyed telling people that she was born the same year the Titanic sank. She attended Schumpert Nursing School in Shreveport, La. Mrs. Woods was a pianist and loved flowers. She also was a devoted housewife and mother but her pride and joy were her grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, John W. Woods and her parents, Christiana Anola and Charles Henry King. Survivors include one son, Michael Woods and his wife, Dianna of Mt. Vernon; one daughter, Jason Chischilly of Bisbee, Ariz.; and three grandchildren, Christopher, Jason, and Jonathan. Honorary pallbearers are Christopher Woods, Jason Chischilly, Jonothan Woods, Doden King, and Jay Woods. The guest book may be signed at www.hannerfuneralservice.com. (pd)

LEON BRIDWELL Jul. 25, 1943 – May 14, 2007

Graveside services for Leon Bridwell, 63, of Atlanta were held at 10 a.m. Thursday, May 17 at Antioch Cemetery. Hanner Funeral Service handled the arrangements.

Wednesday, May 23, 2007

MRS. MURDELL WESTMORELAND CARR May 3, 1930 – May 20, 2007

Mrs. Murdell Westmoreland Carr, 77, of McLeod passed away on Sunday, May 20, 2007 in Texarkana. She was born on May 3, 1930 at Wilson and married William James “Bill” Carr on July 28, 1948 and they moved to McLeod in 1953. Survivors include one brother, Pedro Westmoreland and his wife, Pat of Comanche; and two sisters, Tommye Tucker of DeLeon and Bonnie Norton and her husband, Harley of Woodland, Calif. She and Bill have two daughters, Linda Goins Farmer and her husband, Dewey of McLeod and Billie Gale Platt and her husband, Bobby of Vivian, La.; four grandchildren, Phillip Humphrey Sr. and his wife, Cindy of McLeod and Dennis Farmer of Hallsville, Luella Horn and her husband, James of McLeod, and William Platt of Vivian, La.; four great-grandchildren, Phillip Humphrey Jr., Austin and Presley Humphrey, and Hailey Horn all of McLeod; and one cat named Many Toes of Vivian, La. She was a member of the Good Exchange Baptist Church in McLeod. She worked for Summerfield Manufacturing Company in Vivian, La. setting hip pockets in men’s pants. Later she worked for Wal-Mart in Vivian, La. where she was in the shoe department and a door greeter. She was well liked by her co-workers and the many customers she met while working. Murdell’s hobbies were growing plants and she really had a green thumb. She also liked sewing and flower arranging. Services were held at 2 p.m. Tuesday, May 22 at the Good Exchange Baptist Church in McLeod, with the Rev. Austin Lewis officiating. Internment followed in the Good Exchange Cemetery in McLeod. The guest book may be signed at www.hannerfuneralservice.com. (pd)

DARLENE LITTLE May 14, 1932 – May 17, 2007

Funeral services for Darlene Little, 75, of McLeod were held at 2 p.m. Saturday, May 19 at Good Exchange Baptist Church in McLeod with the Rev. Gary Bazar and the Rev. Jeff Story officiating. Internment was followed at the Good Exchange Cemetery. Mrs. Little was a member of the Good Exchange Baptist Church and volunteered at the Atlanta Memorial Hospital. She is survived by one daughter, Roxanne Bressert and her husband, William of Gig Harbor, Wash.; five brothers, Al Bemiss of Sedona, Ariz., Terry Bemiss of Elm Creek, Neb., Robert Bemiss of Parker, Ariz., Carroll Bemiss of Hutchinson, Kan., and William Bemiss of Newton, Kan.; six stepchildren, Loretta Milan and Kathey McKnight, both of McLeod, Eddie Tolleson of Texarkana, Ark., Lela Splawn of New Boston, Sandy Knott of Springdale, Ark., and Dianne Zachary of Newport, Ark. She is also survived by her grandchildren, Timothy Bressert and Gabrielle Bressert both of Gig Harbor, Wash., William “Billy” McKnight, Beth McKnight, Matthew Milam, and Ashley Milam; and four great-grandchildren, Harper McKnight, Reagan McKnight, Isaac McKnight and Jonathan McKnight. Hanner Funeral Services handled the arrangements. (pd)

Sunday, May 27, 2007

ERMA MADGE WEAVER-BURRITT Aug. 3, 1924 – May 17, 2007

Funeral services for Erma Madge Weaver-Burritt, 82, formerly of New Market, Iowa, daughter of Dee and Florence Weaver were held on Tuesday, May 22 in the Clarinda Cemetery in Clarinda, Iowa. Pastor Dan Wiebesiek of the New Market United Methodist Church officiated. Mrs. Burritt passed away on May 17 following a long battle with cancer. Erma graduated in 1942 from Clarinda Iowa High School and moved to California. She worked the War years at Douglas Air Force Base where she met and married a sailor, Donald M. Burritt on March 21, 1944. She was a member of the New Market United Methodist Church where she was church treasurer. In Arkansas, she was mom to all that met her. Preceded in death by her parents, Dee and Florence Weaver; her husband, Donald in 1982; three sisters, Gwyn Anderton, Jean Trippy and Patricia Brown. She is survived by six children and their spouses, Marsha and Eddie Forde of Childress, Randall Burritt of Doddridge, Ark., Richard Burritt of Denver, Col., Don and Laura Burritt of Odessa, Linda and William Payne of Dodridge, Ark., and DeAnn and Willie Kirby of Dodridge, Ark.; eight grandchildren, Lisa, Mark, Terra, Donnie, Brandi, J.J., Angie, and Jeremy Don; and seven great-grandchildren, Chance, Chelsea, Ryann, Collen, Rylin, Sierra, and Landon. (pd)

MARTH DRIGGARS Mar. 11, 1920 – May 22, 2007

Funeral services for Martha Driggars, 87, of Queen City were held at 2 p.m. Thursday, May 24 at Hanner Funeral Chapel with the Rev. Gary McNatt officiating. Internment followed in Springdale Cemetery under the direction of Hanner Funeral Service. Mrs. Driggars was born in Caddo Parish, La., and was a member of Tanglewood Baptist Church in Atlanta. She loved working in her flower beds. She is preceded in death by her husband, Bill Driggars and one son, Willie Driggars. Mrs. Driggars is survived by a loving family of nieces and nephews and a host of great friends. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Tanglewood Baptist Church, P.O. Box 963, Atlanta, Tx. 75551 or to the charity of choice. The guest book may be signed at www.hannerfuneralservice.com. (pd)

WOODIE M. AYERS Apr. 23, 1920 – May 21, 2007

Funeral services for Woodie M. Ayers, 87, of Jefferson were held at 10 a.m. Thursday, May 24 at Reeder-Davis Chapel. Reeder-Davis Funeral Home handled the arrangements.

ALBERT L. AYERS Nov. 26, 1928 – May 21, 2007

Graveside services for Albert L. Ayers, 78, of Hughes Springs were held at 2 p.m. Thursday, May 24 at Hughes Springs Cemetery. Reeder-Davis Funeral Home Inc. handled the arrangements.

JAMES ROBERT ‘JIMMY’ BARKER Jan. 19, 1923 – May 23, 2007

Graveside services for James Robert ‘Jimmy’ Barker, 84, of Linden were held at 2 p.m. Friday, May 25 at Center Grove Cemetery. Reeder-Davis-Schindler Funeral Home handled the arrangements.

Wednesday, May 30, 2007

MORRIS R. ROB MAYNOR Aug. 6, 1938 – Feb. 6, 2007

Rob Maynor was born Morris Robert Maynor August 6, 1938 in Greensboro, N.C. He was 68 when he passed away Feb. 6, 2007 at 1:00 a.m. in Reseda Calif. Maynor attended junior high and high school in Atlanta. His parents were Morriss and Annie Russell Maynor. While in high school, Maynor played the tenor sax in both the marching band and the swing band. He was also the first State Champion Poetry Reader in the region. Maynor went on to graduate from the University of Texas in Austin with a bachelor degree of fine Arts. He was also a member of the Phi Gamma Delta fraternity. After completing his military service as a U.S. Naval Officer lieutenant junior grade, Maynor settled in Los Angeles, Calif., where he worked for 28 years a television publicist, including long term positions with CBS and NBC. In 1995, Maynor trained for a new career, returning to collage, and became a certified alcohol and drug counselor, a field in which he worked until his retirement in 2003. He was a member of the Publicists Guild, the Writers Guild of America and California Association of Alcoholism and Drug Abuse Counselors. In addition, he was the author of the play, “Denial” two books, “How to Get $1,000,000 Free Publicity” and “Money Management for Beginners” and was co-lyrist of the song “If I Were Santa Clause”. Maynor was preceded in death by his parents and a son, Jeffery Scott Maynor. He is survived by his significant other, Sandra Rader, two daughters, Mrs. Robin Cloward and Mrs. Alexandra Chamberlain and four grandchildren, Fiona, Rory, Ethan, and Elizabeth; and a brother, Russell Maynor. In lieu of flowers, a contribution to the charity Habitat for Humanity or the Smile Train would be appreciated by the family. (pd)

JAMES GREGORY “GREG” TYSON Apr. 2, 1964 – May 28, 2007

Funeral services for James Gregory “Greg” Tyson, 43, of Atlanta are being held at 2 p.m. Friday, June 1 at Hanner Funeral Service Chapel with the Rev. Chris Cowan and the Rev. Gene Parker officiating. Interment will follow in Smyrna Cemetery under the direction of Hanner Funeral Services. Visitation will be held from 6 p.m. until 8 p.m. Thursday, May 31 at Hanner Funeral Services. Mr. Tyson was a member of the Smyrna Babtist Church and worked offshore for B.J. Services for 17 years. He enjoyed riding his Harley and fishing. He passed away from injuries received in a motorcycle accident. He was preceded in death by his maternal grandparents, Lee and Pauline Shehee, and his paternal grandparents, Roy and Ruby Tyson. Survivors include his mother, Arlone Tyson of Queen City; his father, Freddy Tyson and wife Carolyn of Atlanta; one son and daughter-in-law, Brad and Sara Tyson of Queen City; one daughter, Ashley Tyson and her mother MaryAnne of Queen City; one aunt, Betty Gardner of Bloomburg; and one uncle, Henry Shehee of Kaufman. The guestbook may be signed online at www.hannerfuneralservices.com. (pd)

ZODELLA FRAZIER EVANS Mar. 29, 1924 – May 22, 2007

Funeral services for Zodella Frazier Evans, 83, of Cason were held at 3 p.m. Saturday, May 26 at Shady Grove Christian Church in Cason. Reeder-Davis Funeral Home handled all the arrangements.

WAYMON BOYD Nov. 10, 1927 – May 20, 2007

Funeral services for Waymon Boyd, 79, of Naples were held at 11 a.m. Saturday, May 26 at Antioch Baptist Church in Naples. Reeder-Davis Funeral Home handled the arrangements.

MILDRED MARIE BASH July 4, 1912 – May 28, 2007

Funeral services for Mildred Marie Bash, 94, of Linden will be held on Saturday, June 2 in Kohoka, Mo., under the direction of Wilson Funeral Homes. Reeder-Davis-Schindler Funeral Homes is handling the local arrangements.

JUNE

Sunday, June 3, 2007

WOODY “LAWNMOWER MAN” LOWE, SR. Jul. 16, 1947 – May 28, 2007

Woody ‘Lawnmower Man’ Lowe Sr.,59, of Queen City passed away May 28 in Texarkana after a short illness. Mr. Lowe was born on Jul. 16, 1947 in Waxahachie. Mr. Lowe is survived by his wife, Shirley Lowe of Queen City; one son, Woody ‘Frog’ Lowe, Jr. and his wife, Tammy of Queen City; two daughters, Diana Brown and her husband, Chris of Texarkana and Michelle Lowe of Queen City. Mr. Lowe is also survived by three grandsons, Austin J. Lowe of Queen City, Colby Brown of Texarkana, Ark., and Cody Kammerer of Plainsville, Ind.; seven granddaughters, Alaina Lowe, Kaci Lowe, Tori Lowe, Shantera Lowe, Adriane’ Lowe and KaLee Lowe all of Queen City and Kristen Delese of Texarkana. He is also survived by one step-mother, Corena Lowe of Wolf City and one special nephew, Jeremy J. Lowe of Ft. Worth; one brother, Alvin Lowe and his wife, Robin of Colorado; four sisters, Wynell Harris and her husband, Chester of Greenville, Cathy Spurlock of Commerce, Sherry Dell of Dallas, and Wanda Lowe of Commerce; and numerous other nieces, nephews and friends. Mr. Lowe is preceded in death by his parents, J.B. and Peggy Frances Lowe and one brother, Jay E. Lowe. Mr. Lowe was the song leader and a Sunday school teacher at O’Farrel Baptist Church for many years and he enjoyed tinkering with small engines. He loved his lady, his children and grandchildren dearly and will be very deeply missed. Services were held at 10 a.m. Thursday, May 31 at the Hanner Funeral Chapel in Atlanta with the Bro. Louis Pate and Joe Stone officiating. Internment followed at the O’Farrel Cemetery in Cass Co. under the direction of Hanner Funeral Services. The guest book may be signed on-line at www.hannerfuneralservice.com. (pd)

DARLENE LITTLE May 14, 1932 – May 17, 2007

Funeral services for Darlene Little, 75, of McLeod were held at 2 p.m. Saturday, May 19 at Good Exchange Baptist Church in McLeod with the Rev. Gary Bazar and the Rev. Jeff Story officiating. Internment was followed at the Good Exchange Cemetery. Mrs. Little was a member of the Good Exchange Baptist Church and volunteered at the Atlanta Memorial Hospital. She is survived by one daughter, Roxanne Bressert and her husband, William of Gig Harbor, Wash.; five brothers, Al Bemiss of Sedona, Ariz., Terry Bemiss of Elm Creek, Neb., Robert Bemiss of Parker, Ariz., Carroll Bemiss of Hutchinson, Kan., and William Bemiss of Newton, Kan.; six stepchildren, Loretta Milan and Kathey McKnight, both of McLeod, Eddie Tolleson of Texarkana, Ark., Lela Splawn of New Boston, Sandy Knott of Springdale, Ark., and Dianne Zachary of Newport, Ark. She is also survived by her grandchildren, Timothy Bressert and Gabrielle Bressert both of Gig Harbor, Wash., William “Billy” McKnight, Beth McKnight, Matthew Milam, and Ashley Milam; and four great-grandchildren, Harper McKnight, Reagan McKnight, Isaac McKnight and Jonathan McKnight. Hanner Funeral Services handled the arrangements. (pd)

TRAVIS W. FINDLEY Apr. 9, 1947 – May 29, 2007

Private memorial services for Travis W. Findley, 60, of Daingerfield will be held at a later date. Reeder-Davis Funeral Home is handling the arrangements.

NEVA M. BURLESON Dec. 5, 1923 – May 31, 2007

Funeral services for Neva M Burleson, 83, of Hughes Springs are being held at 2 p.m. Saturday, June 2 at Reeder-Davis Chapel. Reeder-Davis Funeral Home is handling the arrangements.

JANIS COPELAND Aug. 31, 1974 – May 25, 2007

Graveside services for Janis Copeland, 32, of Atlanta were held at 2 p.m. Thursday, May 31 at Antioch Cemetery. Hanner Funeral Services handled the arrangements.

Wednesday, June 6, 2007

THELMA ANNIE JACKSON Jan. 4, 1910 – Jun. 3, 2007

A proud native of Texas, Thelma Jackson was born Jan. 4, 1910 in Bryans Mill. She married Paul Jackson and they moved to Atlanta in 1930. As a young woman she earned a degree from business-college and worked in the insurance business for many years. A life-long member of the First Methodist Church in Atlanta, she enjoyed teaching children and youth for nearly 30 years. She leaves a legacy of lives that will forever be touched by her love of Christ. She loved laughing and caring for people. As a strong woman of prayer, her Bible and a copy of the Upper Room were always by her side. She loved cooking, hosting parties, travelingand the beautiful piney woods of east Texas. Avid campers, she and her husband, Paul, were always in their Holiday Rambler trailer on their way to Caddo Lake, Atlanta State Park, or other points beyond. She will be missed by her family and friends alike. Survivors include her two grandchildren, Drew Dickens and Amy Keller, and their spouses, Laurie Dickens and Rick Keller; her four great-grandchildren, Brad and Wesley Dickens, and Jackson and Julia Keller. She was preceded in death by her husband, Paul Jackson and her daughter, Dorothy Ann Dickens-Nesbitt. A memorial service was held at 10 a.m. Tuesday, Jun. 5 at the First Methodist Church in Atlanta, followed by a graveside service at Pine Crest Cemetery. In lieu of flowers the family asks that all gifts to be made to the building fund for the First Methodist Church in Atlanta or Cedar Grove Chapel in Bryans Mill. The guest book may be signed on-line at www.hannerfuneralservice.com. Hanner Funeral Service handled all the arrangements. (pd)

TODD DUNCAN VANDEVENDER May 30, 1969 – Jun. 1, 2007

Funeral services for Todd Duncan VanDevender, 38, of Atlanta were held at 10 a.m. Monday, Jun. 4 at the First Baptist Church of Atlanta with the Rev. Wes Chambers officiating. Internment was held at the Springdale Cemetery in Cass County under the direction of Hanner Funeral Service. Todd is preceded in death by his maternal grandparents, E.L. and Caron Cumberland and his paternal grandparents, E.O. and Loraine VanDevender. He was born in Pascagoula, Miss., and was a member of the First Baptist Church in Atlanta. He loved the water and the woods, fishing and hunting, whatever was in season. Mr. VanDevender is survived by his parents, Pat and Gerald VanDevender of Atlanta; two sons, Tyler and Tristen VanDevender of Atlanta; two brothers, Doug VanDevender of Plain Dealing, La. and Brad ‘Peanut’ VanDevender of Queen City; and one sister, Jan VanDevender of Atlanta. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the First Baptist Church of Atlanta of to the charity of your choice. (pd)

SARAH MITCHELL

Services for Sarah Mitchell, 83, of Atlanta are pending with Hanner Funeral Service. She died Friday, Jun. 1.

CLAY DAVIS Jul. 18, 1918 – Jun. 3, 2007

Clay Davis was born on July 18, 1918 and began his heavenly journey June 3, 2007 at the age of 88. He was a member of the First Baptist Church in Paris. Clay was a devoted husband, a loving father, grandfather and great-grandfather, a businessman, and friend. His work ethic and honesty were appreciated by all who knew him. He volunteered to serve his country in World War II, utilizing his engineering and building skills. He enlisted November 1942 in Dallas for the 334 Engineers, training at Camp Claiboure, La. He served overseas until October 1945 with the Persian Gulf Command and in the European Theater of Operations in France and Germany. He wrote letters to his wife describing the events, terrains, and architecture of buildings, roads and bridges such as a bridge built on the Rhine River for General Patton and his troops to cross. Clay loved sports, football, basketball, and in particular a devoted Ranger fan (win or loose). Mr. Davis was preceded in death by his parents, Tom and Lamotie Davis; three brothers, Ragsdale, Ralph, and D.J.; four sisters, Ruth, Elizabeth, Marie and Eunice; and his wife of 66 years, Marge Carrington Davis and a baby daughter. He is survived by his brother Tom L. Davis, Jr. of Fort Worth; two sons and daughters in-law, Michal ‘Clay’ and Lyn Davis of Richardson, Art and Betty Davis of Emory; three grandchildren and their spouses, Arthur ‘Clay’ and Lisa Davis of Carthage, Kym and Jim Rogers of Bethesda, Md., Gene and Jennifer Davis of Richardson; five great-grandchildren, Katie Rae Davis, Martin Wade Davis, Austin ‘Clay’ Davis, James Davis Rogers, and Michael Thomas Rogers and many nieces and nephews. The name ‘Clay’ will be preserved in many generations to come. Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Wednesday, Jun. 6, 2007 at the First Baptist Church Building in Atlanta with burial to follow at the Pine Crest Cemetery. Donations can be made in memory of Clay Davis to the First Baptist Church Building Fund, 306 Baker Street Atlanta, Tx. 75551. On-line registration can be make at www.hannerfuneralservice.com. Hanner Funeral Service handled all the arrangements. (pd)

MORRIS ORVILLE ‘DUKE’ WATSON Sept. 13, 1915 – Jun. 2, 2007

Graveside services for Morris Orville ‘Duke’ Watson, 91, of Fort Worth were held at 10 a.m. June 5, at Cave Springs Cemetery. Reeder-Davis-Schindler Funeral Home handled the arrangements.

MARTHA CLARECE RUST Feb. 12, 1926 – May 31, 2007

Funeral services for Martha Clarece Rust, 81, of Hughes Springs were held at 2:30 p.m. Sunday, Jun. 3 at the Church of Christ in Daingerfield. Reeder-Davis Funeral Home handled the arrangements.

WILLIE MCRAY ANDREWS

Funeral services for Willie McRay Andrews were held 1 p.m. Sunday, Jun. 3 at Shady Grove Church of Christ in Jefferson. Lewis and Walker Funeral Home handled the arrangements.

DENNIS DEWAYNE SHEW Jul. 10, 1949 – May 13, 2007

Funeral services for Dennis DeWayne Shew, 57, of Deadwood were held at 4 p.m. Saturday, Jun. 2 at Jimerson-Lipsey Funeral Home Chapel. Jimerson-Lipsey Funeral Home handled all the arrangements.

Sunday, June 10, 2007

BOYCE E. FORE Jan. 17, 1937 – Jun. 2, 2007

Boyce E. Fore, 70, of Bernardo passed away on Jun. 2, 2007 in Austin. He was born Jan. 17, 1937 in Linden, the son of James Franklin and Pauline Kirkland Fore. Services will be at 10 a.m. Saturday, Jun. 9, 2007 at First Baptist Church in Columbus under the direction of Henneke Funeral Home of Columbus. Burial will follow in Odd Fellows Rest Cemetery in Columbus. Boyce is survived by his wife, Delores Sullivan Fore of Bernardo; mother-in-law, Gladys Sullivan of Bernardo; daughter, Kathy Sturm and her husband, Eddie of Columbus; sons, Glenn and Greg Fore of Bernardo and Matt Fore and his wife, Cheryl of San Angelo; sisters, Veneda Lance and her husband, W.D. and Charlott Brimer and her husband, Freddie of Atlanta; brother, James Fore and his wife, Mary of Texarkana; five grandchildren, Stephanie Sturm, Taylor, Noah, James and Adam Fore; sister in-law, Pam Moore and her husband, Joe of Bernardo; and numerous nieces and nephews. Preceding him in death were his parents and his father in-law, Delbert Sullivan. Pallbearers are Craig, Heath and Joshua Moore, Jody Fore, Freddie Brimer, and W.D. Lance. Honorary pallbearers are all the deacons of the First Baptist Church in Columbus. Memorials may be given to the First Baptist Church General Scholarship Fund, 1700 Milam Street, Columbus, Texas 78934. Funeral arrangements are being handled by Henneke Funeral Home, Ltd. (pd)

J.M. ‘MACK’ CORBETT Dec. 31, 1918 – Jun. 6, 2007

Funeral services for J.M. ‘Mack’ Corbett, 88, of Linden were held at 2 p.m. Friday, Jun. 8 at Hanner Funeral Chapel. Mr. Corbett was a United States Army Veteran having served in W.W. II. He was a scout master and baseball coach in Richardson. He owned the Dur-Mack Printing Company in Richardson and was owner/operator of the Lion’s Head Ranch in Linden. He was also a Mason and a Shriner and a wonderful daddy and granddaddy. He will be deeply missed. Mr. Corbett is preceded in death by his wife, Jackie Corbett and one son, Barry Corbett. Mr. Corbett is survived by his son Charles Corbett and his wife, Chie of Mesquite; one daughter, Barbara Williams and her husband, Walter of Princeton; one brother, Jake Corbett and his wife, Marie of Waco. Mr. Corbett is also survived by nine grandchildren, Mick Meyer, Daniel Mayer, Thomas Meyer, Monica Meyer, Mika Williams, Heath Williams, David Corbett, Jason Corbett, and Aimie Corbett-Miller; and 18 grandchildren and two special nieces, Joyce Shelton and Becky Frances; one special grand-niece, Karen and numerous other nieces and nephews. (pd)

JAMES A. FRANCIS May 14, 1927 – Jun. 6, 2007

Funeral Services for James A. Francis, 80, of McLeod will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday, Jun. 9 at Good Exchange Baptist Church in McLeod with the Rev. Austin Lewis, Rev. Wayne Mintor and Rev. Gary Bazor officiating. Internment will follow in Good Exchange Cemetery under the direction of McGuire Funeral Home. Mr. Francis was born in Delight, Ark., and was a retired pump repairman and sales representative for Jeems Bayou Production with 33 years of service. He was a member of Good Exchange Baptist Church where he was an active deacon. Mr. Francis was a Sunday school teacher and a member of the Gideon’s International, a member of the McLeod school district with 11 years of service on the board, the Good Exchange Cemetery board, McLeod volunteer water works for 25 years and a U.S. Navy Veteran, having served in World War II. He was preceded in death by his parents, Chester and Lena Francis, and one brother,m Jackie Francis. Survivors include his wife of 56 years, Ruby Francis of McLeod; one daughter, Mitzi Francis of Bloomburg; three sons and two daughters-in-law, Marty Francis of McLeod, Mitch and Becky Francis of Atlanta, and Mike and Yvonne Francis of Vivian, La.; one sister, Modene Francis of Atlanta; one brother, Johnny Francis and his wife, Patsy of Shreveport, La.; one sister-in-law, Pat Walker of DeBerry; five grandchildren and six great-grandchildren. (pd)

BETH DAVIS MAYS Nov. 13, 1918 – Jun. 4, 2007

‘Mama Beth’ was born November 13, 1918 in Atlanta. She was an honor graduate of Atlanta High School where she played xylophone and tennis. She earned a bachelor degree in music education from Texas Women’s University. As a young woman she operated a pre-school and a kindergarten in her parents’ house, and then taught primary school in both Atlanta and McLeod. Beth was a member of the First United Methodist Church in Atlanta and the What-So-Ever Sunday school class. She was a founding member of the Atheneum Study Club and served as a volunteer for both the hospital and the library. In her youth she was an accomplished equestrian. She was an avid reader, gardener, and bird watcher, and enjoyed cooking bountiful meals for her large family. Beth possessed a special gift for ministering to others, and throughout her life worked tirelessly to care for a multitude of aging and ailing friends and family members. She was preceded in death by her husband of 64 years, Tom J. Mays, her parents, D.V. and Aurelia Howe Davis, and one brother, John Daverne ‘Bubba’ Davis. She is survived by one daughter and son-in-law, Marsha and Craig Innes of Dallas; two sons and daughters-in-law, Mark and Julia Mays and Jeff and Lee Mays, all of Atlanta; eight grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. Services were held at 1 p.m. Thursday, Jun. 7 at the First United Methodist Church of Atlanta. Burial was held at Pine Crest Cemetery under the direction of Hanner Funeral Service. Memorials may be made to the First United Methodist Church of Atlanta of to another favorite charity. (pd)

SARAH MITCHELL Nov. 11, 1923 – Jun. 1, 2007

A memorial service for Sarah Mitchell, 83, of Atlanta will be held at 2 p.m. Wednesday, Jun. 13 at Hanner Funeral Chapel in Atlanta. Hanner Funeral Service is handling the arrangements.

MABLE NULPH Aug. 20, 1919 – Jun. 6, 2007

Graveside services for Mable Nulph, 87, of Hughes Springs were held at 10 a.m. Friday, Jun. 8 at the Hughes Springs Cemetery. Reeder-Davis Funeral Home, Inc. handled the arrangements.

TINA CHUMLEY MILLS Mar. 21, 1930 – Jun. 3, 2007

Funeral services for Tina Chumley Mills, 77, of Dallas were held Wednesday, Jun. 6 at Clarksville Funeral Home. Reeder-Davis-Schindler Funeral Home handled the arrangements.

LOUISE PEPPERS Jul. 8, 1911 – May 27, 2007

Funeral services for Louise Peppers, 95, of Hooks were held at 2 p.m. Monday, Jun. 4 at New Hope Missionary Baptist Church. Reeder-Davis Funeral Homes handled the arrangements.

Sunday, June 17, 2007

ONETA GUNN May 9, 1916 – Jun. 11, 2007

Funeral services for Oneta Gunn, 91, of Atlanta were held at 2 p.m. Thursday, Jun. 14 at Hanner Funeral Chapel with the Rev. Joe Srygley officiating. Internment was in Pine Crest Cemetery under the direction of Hanner Funeral Service. Mrs. Gunn was a member of First Baptist Church of Atlanta. She worked at Price Hardware for 15 years until she was 75 years old. She could tell you how to fix anything and where every part was located in the store. She was a very special lady with a sweet spirit who loved visits from her family and always had a smile for you. She loved her family dearly and will be deeply missed. She was preceded in death by her husband, Lloyd Gunn, one brother, and five sisters. Survivors include three sons, Dennis Gunn and his wife, Jean of Atlanta, Bruce Gunn and his wife, Jennifer of Georgetown, and John Gunn of Atlanta; one daughter, Nancy Gunn-Godley and her husband, Mark of Port Neches; two brothers, David Guyton of Waco and Joe Guyton of Denison; and for sisters, Neoma Guyton of Queen City, Leola Alvis of Mesquite, Barbara Smith of Atlanta, and Sonny Hickman of Vicksburg, Miss.; eight grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren; and four great-great-grandchildren. Special thanks to Dr. Myrick and his staff, the staff of the North East Texas Dialysis Unit in Atlanta and to all the other doctors and staff at Collom and Carney Clinic. The guest book may be signed on-line at www.hannerfuneralservice.com.

REV. J.C. DICKERSON

Funeral arrangements are pending for the Rev. J.C. Dickerson of Atlanta with Coleman-Atlanta Funeral Home. He died on Jun. 13, 2007

ANNIE GILSTRAP-TUTT May 1, 1941 – Jun. 10, 2007

Funeral services for Annie Gilstrap-Tutt, 66, of Daingerfield, will be held at 1 p.m. Saturday, Jun. 16, at New Hope Missionary Baptist Church of Daingerfield. Services are under the direction of Reeder-Davis Funeral Home.

SHANNON RENEA BIRCHFIELD Feb. 4, 1969 – Jun. 12, 2007

Funeral services for Shannon Renea Birchfield, 38, of Longview will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday, Jun. 16 at Trinity Baptist Church, Lakeport, with the Dr. Gary Orr and the Rev. Ross Law officiating. Internment will follow in Laws Cemetery in Atlanta under the direction of Rader Funeral Home of Longview. She died Jun. 12 in an Amarillo hospital. Shannon was born Feb. 4, 1969 in Atlanta, where she lived until moving to Longview in 1981. She was a 1987 graduate of Pine Tree High School and attended floral designing school at Texas A&M. She was a self-employed floral designer. Lovingly referred to by her family as the ‘Chief’, she was an active member of Trinity Baptist Church in Lakeport where she was involved in the hospitality ministry as well as decorations. She loved to entertain for her friends and family with elaborately hand decorated cakes. Her gift to the world was her gift of floral design and her loving generous spirit. Shannon was preceded in death by her father, Jerry Birchfield; grandfather, Jack Birchfield; and grandparents, Newman, ‘L.C.” and Myrtle Connor. Those left to cherish her memory are her loving mother, Mary Jo Birchfield of Lakeport; sister and brother-in-law, Kellie and Nick Garza of Austin; brother, Glenn Connor of Lakeport; grandmother, Doris Birchfield; aunts and uncles, Martha and Charles Combs, Peggy and James Mathews, Sam Birchfield, Charles and Rita Birchfield, Norma and Claude King, Sally and David Lindsey, and David and Sherry Birchfield; her beloved family of friends, William and Carolyn Rhyne; and several nieces, nephews and cousins. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Trinity Baptist Church Hospitality Ministries, P.O. box 8286, Longview Tx. 75607. A memorial guest book may be signed at www.raderfh.com. (pd)

THELMA LINCOLN

Funeral services for Thelma Lincoln, 76, of Queen City, will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, Jun. 16 at Saint Paul CME Church in Domino. Services are under the direction of Coleman-Atlanta Funeral Home.

Wednesday, June 20, 2007

SALLIE BOLT Jun. 5, 1919 – Jun. 16, 2007

Graveside services for Sallie Bolt, 88, of Linden were held at 10 a.m. Tuesday, Jun. 19 at Center Ridge Cemetery. Mrs. Bolt was born Jun. 5, 1919 in Bowie County and died Jun. 16 in Linden. Mrs. Bolt was a homemaker and a Baptist. She was preceded in death by her husband, Ben F. Bolt, Jr. Survivors include two sons and daughter-in-laws, Almos L. and Carole Bolt of Atlanta, and Lanny and Donita Bolt of Texarkana; one daughter and son-in-law, Nancy and Fred Stubbs of Atlanta; a brother, Hubert Mathis and his wife, Nellie of Huges Springs; a sister-in-law, Oscar Mathis and Maud; 11 grandchildren, 24 great-grandchildren, four great-great-grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews. Heanner Funeral Services handled the arrangements. The guest book may be signed on-line at www.hannerfuneralservice.com. (pd)

JOSEPHINE MAYFIELD Mar. 10, 1921 – Jun. 17, 2007

Graveside services for Josephine Mayfield, 86, of Jefferson were held at 10 a.m. Tuesday, Jun. 19 at Queen City Cemetery with the Rev. Gene Lee officiating. Mrs. Mayfield was born Mar. 10, 1921 in Cass County and died Jun. 17 in Jefferson. Mrs. Mayfield was a homemaker and a longtime member of Westside Baptist Church in Atlanta, where she served as a Sunday school teacher. She was currently a member of Heritage Baptist Church in Jefferson. Her parents were Ola Wilson Bond and Henry Bond. Survivors include children, Linda Caldwell of Pearland, Daniel Wallace Mayfield of Queen City, John Michael Mayfield of Lewisburg, Ky., Bettye Peterson of Avenger, James Cates of Iowa Park; sisters, Francis Raines of Cisco, Skippy Adcock of Atlanta, and Evelyn Randolph of Abilene; and a number of grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews. Haggard-Heaster Funeral Home handled the arrangements. (pd)

JOANNE HERREN Jun. 29, 1931 – Jun. 14, 2007

Memorial services for Joanne Herren, 75, of Avinger were held at 2 p.m. Sunday, Jun. 17 at Liberty Baptist Church. Reeder-Davis Funeral Home handled all the arrangements.

LOVIE WHITE

Funeral arrangements for Lovie White, 99, of Domino are pending with Coleman-Atlanta Funeral Home. White died Saturday, Jun. 16 at Christus St. Michael Health System.

ELOUISE STANZEL Oct. 2, 1924 – Jun. 16, 2007

A memorial Mass for Elouise Stanzel, 82, of Atlanta will be held at 5:30 p.m. of Wednesday, Jun. 20 at St. Catherine’s Catholic Church in Atlanta. Mrs. Stanzel was born Oct. 2, 1924 in Victoria County and died Jun. 16 in Atlanta. Mrs. Stanzel was a member of the Order of the Eastern Star and member of St. Catherine’s Catholic Church in Atlanta. She was a retired postal worker, having served as post-master of the McFaddin post office. Mrs. Stanzel is preceded in death by her parents, Frank and Grace Ernst. Survivors include one daughter, Peggy Fetsch of Atlanta; one brother, Frank Ernst Jr. of Luling, La.; one sister, Dorothy Williams of Houston; three grandchildren, Lori Huett and her husband, James of Atlanta, John Fetsch of Atlanta, Andrew Fetsch and his wife, Farris of Atlanta; three great-grandchildren, James Hummer, Rebecca Fetsch, and Savannah Squires, all of Atlanta. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society or to the Serenity Hospice. The guest book may be signed on-line at www.hannerfuneralservice.com. (pd)

LELON C. SPANN Feb. 5, 1929 – Jun. 17, 2007

Graveside services for Lelon C. Spann, 78, of Atlanta are being held at 2 p.m. Wednesday, Jun. 20 at Bethsaida ‘Y’ Cemetery with the Rev. J.W.Crow officiating. Hanner Funeral Services is handling the arrangements. Mr. Spann was born in Neuville and was a U.S. veteran having retired from the Air Force after 24 years and eight months of service. He was a member of the Muldoon Baptist Church in Anchorage, Alaska. He is survived by his wife, Eunice Spann of Atlanta; two sons and daughters-in-law, David and Jonell Blakey of Shreveport, La., and Wesley and Deanna Blakey of Shreveport, La.; one daughter and son-in-law, Myrel and Joe E. Butler of Atlanta; 15 grandchildren and numerous great-grandchildren. The guest book may be signed on-line at www.hannerfuneralservice.com. (pd)

SHANNON JANELLE HITCHCOCK-WILLIAMS Jun. 7, 1976 – Jun. 5, 2007

Funeral services for Shannon Janelle Hitchcock-Williams, 30, were held at 2 p.m. Saturday, Jun. 16 at White Rose Cemetery. Allen Fuller Funeral Services handled the arrangements.

HORACE EUGENE NELSON Aug. 27, 1932 – May 27, 2007

Memorial services for Horace Eugene Nelson, 74, of Hughes Springs were held Sunday, Jun. 17 in Gulf Shores, Ala. Local Arrangements were held under the direction of Reeder-Davis Funeral Home.

Sunday, June 24, 2007

NELLIE ENDSLEY SHERMAN Aug. 6, 1910 – Jun. 18, 2007

Nellie Endsley Sherman, 96, died in Longview of June 18. She was born in Rovanna, Ark., to John Bluford Endsley and Jennette Emmaline Peak Endsley, the 10^th of 11 children. On Aug. 13, 1935 she married Floyd Sherman. They lived in numerous ‘oil field’ towns of the southwest as her husband, Floyd, was employed for years in the oil production and exploration industry. Nellie Sherman is survived by two sons, Harold Sherman and his wife, Joyce of Harrison, Ark., and Carrol Sherman and his wife, Diana of Longview. She was the proud grandmother of three grandchildren, Daune Sherman of Hollister, Mo., and twins, Renese Sherman Henderson and Dr. Darrel Sherman both of Longview. She is survived by eight great-grandchildren, numerous nieces and nephews, and their children new their ‘Aunt Nellie’ and loved her dearly. Nellie Sherman’s sons will always be indebted to her for her constant love and support throughout their lives. No person could have had a more loving and guiding mother. West Side Baptist Church in Atlanta and her Sunday school class were always in Mrs. Sherman’s thoughts and prayers. Memorials may be made to West Side Baptist Church, 712 W. Main Street, Atlanta Tx. 75551 or to Heart’s Way Hospice of Northeast Texas, 1306 Pine Tree Road, Longview Tx. 75604. Pall bearers include Mike Eason, Johnny Eason, Mack Endsley, Harold Boze, W.L. Sherman, Darrel Sherman, and David Henderson. (pd)

J.T. STAMPS Sept. 9, 1915 – Jun. 18, 2007

Graveside services for J.T. Stamps, 91, of Atlanta were held at 10 a.m. Wednesday. Jun. 20, at Laws Chapel Cemetery with the Rev. Dale Vickers officiating. Hanner Funeral Services handled the arrangements. Mr. Stamps was born in Campbell and was a member of the Laws Chapel United Methodist Church where he served as a steward. He also co-owned and operated Rose Haven Retreat and Pine Lodge Nursing Home and was a past Rotarian. Mr. Stamps was preceded in death by his son, Tommy Stamps and by his three sisters. Survivors include his wife, Anna Mae ‘Poogie’ Stamps of Atlanta; one daughter, Diane Gilbert and her husband, Owen of Lone Star; two grandchildren, John R. Grogan Jr. and his wife, Susie of Antanta, and Wendi Grogan-Moffett and her husband, Kieth of Keller; and four great-grandchildren, Morgan Elizabeth Conley, Haden Louis Moffett, Hunter Thomas Moffett, and Julia Catherine Grogan. Memorials may be made to the Laws Chapel United Methodist Church or to the Laws Chapel Cemetery Fund. The guest book may be signed at www.hannerfuneralservice.com. (pd)

MONA DRAPER BROWN Jan. 3, 1928 – Jun. 19, 2007

Funeral services for Mona Draper Brown, 79, of Atlanta were held at 2 p.m. Friday, Jun. 22 at Queen City United Methodist Church with the Rev. John Burchell officiating. Internment followed in Antioch Cemetery under the direction of Hanner Funeral Services. Mrs. Brown was born in Queen City and was a member of Queen City United Methodist Church and retiered from Lone Star Army Depot after 22 years of service. She will be deeply missed by her family and friends. Survivors include one son and daughter-in-law, Donald Ray Brown and Diane of Atlanta; one daughter and son-in-law, Carolyn Bridges and Frankie of Texarkana; one brother and sister-in-law, Roy Lee Draper and Ann of Queen City; and five grandchildren, Michael Brown of Austin, Ashley Brown of Austin, Robin Bridges of Texarkana, Shelley Bridges-Powers of North Richland Hills, and Haley Bridges of Texarkana. Memorials may be made to the Queen City United Methodist Church. The guest book may be signed at www.hannerfuneralservice.com. (pd)

RUTH POWELL TRUMBLE Jun. 23, 1931 – Jun. 20, 2007

Ms. Ruth Powell Trumble of Linden passed away June 20 in Linden at the age of 75. Ms. Trumble was born Jun. 23, 1931 in Hamilton, Ohio to Noah Delbert and Eula Patrick Powell. Ms. Trumble graduated from Hamilton High School in 1949. She received her Bachelor of Arts and Master of Arts degrees from Ball State University in Muncie, Ind. Ms. Trumble is survived by one daughter, Ruen Steeley ‘Sister Ester Marie of the Trinity’of Morristown, N.J; one brother, Mack Powell of Hamilton, Ohio; several nieces, nephews and their families, Fran Powell Adams of Florence, Ky., Mimi and Butch Sullivan and children, Amber and Britany of Oxford, Ohio, John and Tammie Dearth and children, Jennifer and Holly of Springboro, Ohio, Hector nad Suzanne Vargas and children, Michael and Shane of Hamilton, Ohio, Mack and Angie Powell and children, Kylie Elizabeth and Rhett of Hamilton, Ohio, one cousin, Paul Richardson of Hamilton, Ohio, ; and one sister-friend, Margie Gardner Sauter of Okeana, Ohio; and many special friends. Services will be held at 1 p.m. Saturday, Jun. 23 at St. Catherine’s Catholic Church in Atlanta. The guest book may be signed at www.hannerfuneralservice.com. (pd)

LYNETTE JACKSON Jan. 11, 2007 – Jun. 18, 2007

Graveside services for Lynette Jackson, 5 months, of Lone Star were held at 2 p.m. Friday, Jun. 22 at Mt. Pilgrim Cemetery. Reeder-Davis Funeral Home, Inc. handled the arrangements.

MERLE JACKSON-GARRISON Apr. 27, 1927 – Jun. 18, 2007

Funeral services for Merle Jackson-Garrison, 80, of Greenville were held at 2 p.m. Thursday, Jun. 21 at Reeder-Davis Chapel. Reeder-Davis Funeral Home, Inc. handled the arrangements.

DORIS WILLIAMS Sept. 2, 1927 – Jun. 20, 2007

Graveside services for Doris Williams, 79, of Huffines are being held at 10 a.m. Saturday, Jun. 23 at Huffines Cemetery. Hanner Funeral Service handled the arrangements. Mrs. Williams was born in Rovanna, Ark., and was a member of the Laws Chapel United Methodist Church, the Huffines Quilting Club and the Fire District 1 Ladies Auxillary. Mrs. Williams is preceded in death by her parents, Jimmy and Cleo Wilson; one grandson, Chad Williams; and one son-in-law, Rod Roberts. Mrs. Williams is survived by her husband, R.F. Williams of Huffines; one son and daughter-in-law, Gaylon Williams and Janine of Weatherford; one daughter and son-in-law, Regina Runnels and James of Huffines; one sister, Joyce Rosser of Atlanta; three grandchildren, Wade Roberts and his wife, Karen of Hiffines, Christi Nutt and her husband, Wesley of Huffines, Bucky Williams and his wife, Lorie of Waxahachie; one step-grandson, Phillip Runnels and his wife, Tonya of Bloomburg; two great-grandchildren, Colton Prince and Garrett Nutt; four step great-grandchildren, Niki Runnels, Andrew Runnels, Shannon Seals, and Britany Seals. Mrs. Williams is also survived by many nieces and nephews, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, other relatives and friends. She treasured all of these special people just as they treasured her. She was very loved and will be deeply missed. In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to the Huffines Cemetery Fund. The guest book may be signed at www.hannerfuneralservice.com. (pd)

LORELLE N. COOPER

Lorelle Cooper died Jun. 19 in Erie, Colo., at the age of 87. Born Lorelle Nunnally in Strong, Ark., she grew up in Atlanta, and was a long time resident of Mobile, Ala., and resided in Littleton, Colo., for the past seven years. Lorelle was admired throughout her life for her beauty and personal pride and had a sophisticated bearing and a lasting zest for life complemented by a droll sense of humor. Her interest in all things glamorous led to a successful career in the wholesale jewelry business in Mobile, Ala. She is survived by her son, David King, and daughter-in-law, Paula King of Erie, Colo.; one step-daughter, Wanda Bennett of Shreveport, La.; one sister, Francis Wyncoop of Laughlin, Nev.; eight grandchildren, Steve Porter of Atlanta, Lorrie Drennan of Jackson, Miss., Christi Mossberg and Donna Glover of Mobile, Ala., Michelle Shanks and Aillison Dubois of Los Angeles, Calif., Stacy Morgan of San Francisco, Calif., and Matt King of Denver, Colo.; 14 great-grandchildren; and many loving nephews and nieces. A celebration of life will be held at 1 p.m. Wednesday, Jun. 27 at the Riverwalk Clubhouse, 2751 W. Riverwalk Circle in Littleton, Colo. (pd)

JAMES CALVIN ‘J.C.’ JIMMERSON Jul. 20, 1961 – Jun. 17, 2007

Funeral services for James Calvin ‘J.C.’ Jimmerson, 45, of Lone Star are being held at 2 p.m. Saturday, Jun. 23 at Rock Island A.M.E., Lone Star. Reeder-Davis Funeral Home, Inc. handled the arrangements.

REV. J.C. DICKERSON SR. Jul. 20, 1933 – Jun. 13, 2007

Funeral services for the Rev. J.C. Dickerson Sr., 73, of Atlanta are being held at 11 a.m. Saturday, Jun. 23 at Free Christian Zion Church of Christ in Douglasville. Coleman-Atlanta Funeral Home handled the arrangements.

SHANNON WILLIAMS Jun. 7, 1976 – Jun. 5, 2007

Funeral services for Shannon Williams, 30, if Willis Point, were held at 2 p.m. Saturday, Jun. 9 at Allan Fuller Funeral Home Chapel. Allan Fuller Home handled the arrangements.

Wednesday, June 27, 2007

JIMMY BLYTHE Sept. 30, 1947 – Jun. 21, 2007

Funeral services for Jimmy Blythe, 59, of Queen City were held at 2 p.m. Sunday, Jun. 24, at Westside Baptist Church in Atlanta, with the Rev. Jim Howard officiating. Mr. Blythe was born Sept. 30, 1947 in Atlanta and died Jun. 21 in Texarkana. Mr. Blythe was a member of the Lake Country Baptist Church. He enjoyed bowling and playing pool and was quite good at both. He will be missed. He was preceded in death by his parents, James and Dell Blythe. Survivors include his wife, Teresa Blythe of Queen City; two sons and daughter-in-law, James Davenport of Texarkana, and Tommy Blythe and his wife, Ashley of Atlanta; one daughter, Andi Blythe of Atlanta; one sister, Sally Howze of Atlanta; five grandchildren, Justin Davenport, Chelsie Davenport, Bailey Davenport, Micaela Kegley and Rylee Blythe; and many nieces and nephews. An online guestbook may be signed at www.hannerfuneralservices.com. (pd)

ELOUISE STANZEL Oct. 2, 1924 – Jun. 16, 2007

A memorial Mass for Elouise Stanzel, 82, of Atlanta will be held at 5:30 p.m. Wednesday, Jun. 20 at St. Catherine’s Catholic Church in Atlanta. Mrs. Stanzel was born Oct. 2, 1924 in Victoria County and died in Jun. 16 in Atlanta. Mrs. Stanzel was a member of the Order of The Eastern Star and a member of St. Catherine’s Catholic Church in Atlanta. She was a retired postal worker, having served as postmaster of the McFaddin post office. Mrs. Stanzel is preceded in death by her parents, Frank and Grace Ernst. Survivors include husband, Club Stanzel of Atlanta; one daughter, Peggy Fetsch of Atlanta; one brother, Frank Ernst Jr. of Luling, La.; one sister, Dorothy Williams of Houston; three grandchildren, Lori Huett and her husband, James of Atlanta, John Fetsch of Atlanta, Andrew Fetsch and his wife, Farris of Atlanta; three great-grandchildren, James Hummer, Rebecca Fetsch and Savannah Squires, all of Atlanta. In lieu of flowers, memoriels may be made to the American Cancer Society or to Serenity Hospice. The guestbook may be signed on-line at www.hannerfuneralservices.com. (pd)

PEARLY ALEXANDER Mar. 6, 1912 – Jun. 22, 2007

Memorial services for Pearly Alexander, 95, of Atlanta will be held at a later date. Hanner Funeral Service is handling the arrangements.

JENOYCE HARRON BAKER Feb. 7, 1935 – Jun. 22, 2007

Funeral services for Jenoyce Harrod Baker, 72, of Atlanta were held at 11 a.m. Monday, Jun. 25 at New Colony Baptist Church. Hanner Funeral Services handled the arrangements.

JULY

Sunday, July 1, 2007

LELON EDDIE DURMON May 8, 1928 – Jun. 25, 2007

Funeral services for Lelon Eddie Durmon, 79, of Queen City were held at 2 p.m. Thursday, Jun. 28 at Hanner Funeral Chapel with the Brother Dennis Gibbons officiating. Internment was held at the Courtland Cemetery. Mr. Durmon was born May 8, 1928. He was a mechanic for 25 years with Ed Hammock Motors and then was self employed for a number of years. He served in World War II, and was a member of the Open Door Baptist Church. He was preceded in death by his father, Huey Durmon; his mother, Grace Durmon; his mother-in-law, Pauline Williams; one brother, Loyce Durmon and one sister Betty McCoy. He is survived by his loving wife of 59 years, Josephine Durmon; seven sons, Mike and Judy Durmon of bivins, Andy and Rose Durmon of Atlanta, Eddie Joe and Donna Durmon of Atlanta, Paul Durmon of Atlanta, Rich Durmon of Queen City, Wayne and Millissa Durmon of Atlanta, Sammy and Charlotte Durmon of Atlanta, Sharon Durmon of Atlanta; one sister, Floyce and Dan McKinley of Atlanta; 16 grandchildren; 22 great-grandchildren; numerous step-grandchildren and step-great-grandchildren; brothers-in-law and sister-in-law, Lynn and Glenda Williams, Pat and Roger Emmerson, Eddie Williams, Maxine Vaughan, Ginger Browning and Monroe McPherson; along with numerous other relatives and friends. Pallbearers will be Steve Durmon, Greg Mauldin, Justin Durmon, Jayson Meador, Patrick Durmon, Brandon Durmon, Garret Durmon and Cruz Alonzo. (pd)

CLAUDEAN PEACOCK PRATOR Aug. 22, 1928 – Jun. 27, 2007

Funeral services for Claudean Peacock Prator, 78, of Huffines will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday, Jun. 30 at Huffines Baptist Church. Mrs. Prator was born Aug. 22, 1928 in Cass County and was a member of the Huffines Baptist Church and worked for Dal-Tex Optical for a number of years. She was preceded in death by her parents, Virgil and Evelyn Peacock; her husband, Nelvin J. Prator; two brothers, L.E. Peacock and Roy Peacock; one sister, Sue Simmons; and one nephew, Marcus Peacock. Survivors include three brothers, Charles Peacock of Huffines, Kenneth and his wife, Della Peacock of Atlanta, and Neal and his wife, Kathy Peacock of Atlanta; two sisters, Jean and her husband, Fred Klaus of Commerce, and Una and her husband, James Waites of Huffines. She is also survived by eight nieces, six nephews and numerous great-nieces and great-nephews. An on-line guestbook may be signed at www.hannerfuneralservices.com. (pd)

ROGER LEE POWELL Jun. 8, 1949 – Jun.20, 2007

Funeral services for Roger Lee Powell, 58, of Atlanta are pending. Mr. Powell was born Jun. 8, 1949 at Brooks Hospital in Atlanta and he passed away Jun. 20 at Overton Brooks VA Hospital in Shreveport, La. Mr. Powell was a member of Calvary Baptist Church in Andrews. He was a 32^nd degree Master Mason of Atlanta Masonic Lodge, Scottish Rite Valley of Dallas and Hella Schrine in Garland. He served four years in the U.S. Navy during the Vietnam War. Mr. Pwell was an organ donor and chose to give t5he gift of life, so others may benefit. He was preceded in death by his mother, Claudell Powell of Atlanta; brother, John W. Powell of Plano; sister-in-law, Brenda Powell of Plano; nephew, Chris Powell of Plano; as well as numerous aunts, uncles and cousins of the Powell and Jaynes Family.

CAPITOLA B. HALL Jun. 24, 1919 – Jun. 26, 2007

Funeral services for Capitola B. Hall, 88, of Lake O’ the Pines were held at 11 a.m. Friday, Jun. 29 at Reeder-Davis Chapel. Reeder-Davis Funeral Home, Inc. handled all the arrangements.

LOVIE LEE WHITE Dec. 18, 1907 – Jun. 17, 2007

Funeral services for Lovie Lee White, 99, of Queen City will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, Jun. 30 at Calvary Tabernacle. Coleman-Atlanta Funeral Home will handle the arrangements.

Wednesday, July 4, 2007

 LAWSON MCKELVEY Sept. 10, 1922 – June 30, 2007

Funeral services for Lawson McKelvey, 84, of Atlanta were held at 10 a.m. Tuesday, July 3 at Hanner Funeral Home Chapel will the Rev. Gene Parker and Gary Terry officiating. Interment was followed at the Alpine Presbyterian Cemetery in Longview. Mr. McKelvey was born Sept. 10, 1922 in Longview and died June 30 in Atlanta. Mr. McKelvey was a member of the Smyrna Baptist Church. He owned and operated the International Harvester dealership in Atlanta for 35 years. He served on the Atlanta City Council for 23 years and was mayor of Atlanta for four years. Mr. McKelvey was a member of the Atlanta Masonic Lodge, the Scottish Rite Bodies of Dallas, and a Shriner. He was a veteran having served in the Army Air Core in WWII. He was preceded in death by his wife, Shirley McKelvey. Survivors include two daughters and sons-in-law, Patti Tyson and Harold of Atlanta, and Priscy Yarbrough and Bill of Willis; four grandchildren, Paul Tyson and wife Angie of Atlanta, Brent Tyson and wife Rachel of Atlanta, Heathers Yarbrough of Willis, and Bill Yarbrough Jr. of Willis; and five great-grandchildren, Lizanna Tyson, Carter Tyson, Christopher Tyson, Marissa Tyson, and Hugh Tyson. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Smyrna Baptist Church Building Fund or the Atlanta Volunteer Fire Department. An online guest book may be signed . (pd)

NORINE SCHUHMANN Dec. 6, 1909 – June 30, 2007

Funeral services for Norine Schuhmann, 97, of Bloomburg were held at 2 p.m. Tuesday, July 3 at First Baptist Church of Bloomburg. Interment was followed at Salem Cemetery. Mrs. Schuhmann was born Dec. 6, 1909 in Bloomburg and died June 30 in Atlanta. Mrs. Schuhmann was a lifetime member of the First Baptist Church of Bloomburg. She was a school teacher for 45 years and taught Sunday school for 40 years. She was very active in her community, having helped organize the annual Cullen Baker Fair in Bloomburg. She was preceded death by her husband, Willard Suhuhmann. Survivors include one son, Gus Schuhmann and wife Donna of Atlanta; one sister-in-law, Parnell Allen of Bloomburg; three grandchildren, Karen Wadsworth of Texarkana, Stephen Schuhmann of Mobile, Ala., and Keri Lee of Coppell; six great grandchildren; and numerous other nieces and nephews. An online guest book may be signed at www.hannerfuneralservice.com. (pd)

Sunday, July 8, 2007

KORI KILLIAN LEAR August 11, 1978 – June 30, 2007

Funeral services for Kori Killian Lear, 28, of Atlanta will be at 10 a.m. Saturday, July 7 at Cornerstone Assembly in Atlanta. Interment will be at Evans-Richie Cemetery in Vivian, La., with Gary Lear officiating. Mrs. Lear was born Aug. 11, 1978 in Atlanta and died June 30 in Jackson, Tenn. Mrs. Lear was a member of the First Assembly of God Church in Atlanta in Atlanta. She was an avid softball player and loved the game. She was a wonderful mother, wife, daughter, sister and friend. She will be deeply missed. She was preceded in death in death by her daughter, Harleigh Lear; her father, Ned Killian; her maternal grandparents, Sue and Hershel Terry; her paternal grandparents, H.A. and Hazel Killian; and two uncles, Mike Killian and James Terry. Survivors include her husband Wayne Lear of Atlanta; mother, Gail Killian of Atlanta; sons, Sidney Rayne Lear of Atlanta, and stepson Talmage Lear of Texarkana; stepdaughters, Kelsea Lear of Longview, and Brenna Lear of Longview; sister, Kristin Killian of Atlanta; uncles, David Killian and wife Diane of Vivian and Clarence Terry and wife Gail of Atlanta; aunt, Linda Terry of Linden; one niece, Ally Paige Robinson; two very special friends, Kevin Harding and Jody Harper; and a host of other relatives and friends. An on-line guest book may be signed at www.hannerfunersalservice.com. (pd)

HARLEIGH LEAR June 23, 1999 – June 30, 2007

Funeral services fir Harleigh Lear, 8, at Atlanta will be at 10 a.m. Saturday, July 7 at Cornerstone Assembly in Atlanta. Interment will be at Evans-Richie Cemetery in Vivian, La., with Gary Terry officiating. Harleigh was born June 23, 1999 in Texarkana and died June 30 in Jackson, Tenn. She is preceded in death by her mother, Kori Killian and maternal grandfather, Ned Killian. Survivors include her father, Wayne Lear of Atlanta; brother, Sidney Lear of Atlanta; step-brother, Talmage Lear of Texarkana; step-sisters Kelsea Lear of Longview and Brenna Lear of Longview; grandparents, Gail Killian of Atlanta, Buddy and Jeannie Lear of Rodessa, La., Bobbie Ing of Jasper; one uncle, Charlie Lear and wife Debbie of Rodessa, La.; two aunts, Linda Thompson and husband Greg of Atlanta, and Kristin Killian of Atlanta; a special friend, Lyn Eason of Atlanta; and numerous other relatives and friends. An on-line guest book may be signed at www.hannerfuneralservice.com. (pd)

KERRY PATTERSON July 20, 1949 – June 30, 2007

Graveside services for Kerry Patterson, 57, of Atlanta were held at 10 a.m. Thursday, July 5 at Pine Crest Cemetery under the direction of Hanner Funeral Service. Mr. Patterson was born in Poteau, Okla. He was preceded in death by his father, Earl Patterson. Survivors include his wife, Carolyn Patterson of Atlanta; his mother, Clarice Smith of North Little Rick, Ark.; his son, Jason Patterson on Atlanta; and two brothers, Sonny Patterson of Hackett, Ark., and Bobby Patterson of Conifer, Colo. The guest book may be singed on-line at www.hannerfuneralservice.com. (pd)

FLOYD JEFFERS SR Nov. 23, 1942 – July 2, 2007

Funeral services for Floyd Jeffers Sr., 64, of Atlanta were held on July 5. Hanner Funeral Service handled the arrangements.

BETTY MOORE Sept. 18, 1928 – July 4, 2007

Graveside services of Betty Moore, 78, of Hughes Springs will be at 2 p.m. Saturday, July 7 at Hughes Springs Cemetery. Reeder-Davis Funeral Home, Inc. handled the arrangements.

Wednesday, July 28, 2007

DOUGLAS RANDOLPH March 31, 1920 – July 19, 2007

Graveside services for Douglas Randolph, 87, of Atlanta were held at 2 p.m. Sunday, July 22 at the Queen City Cemetery with Pastor Roy Edwards officiating. Hanner Funeral Service handled the arrangements. Mr. Randolph was born March 31, 1920 in Atlanta and died July 19 in Texarkana. Mr. Randolph was a member of the Queen City Methodist Church. He is an 82^nd Airborne WWII Army veteran having received The Purple Heart. He will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved him. He was preceded in death by his wife of 58 wonderful years, Betty Randolph; two brothers; one sister; and one granddaughter, Jillian Stepp. Survivors include two daughters, Meloyne Stepp and husband Ace of Texarkana, Ark., and Daphyne Kerr and husband Ron of Texarkana; two grandchildren, Clint Kerr and Tyler Kerr; two brothers, Bobby Randolph and wife Betty of Queen City, and Donnie Randolph of Austin; and two sisters, Sybil Steele and husband Everett of White Oak, and Margie Sowell of Austin. Honorary pallbearers were jerry Smith, Bill Smith, Robby Bates, Sonny McCasland, Donnie Plum and Richard Hanes. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation. An on line guest book may be signed at www.hannerfuneralservice.com. (pd)

TILMAN W. PYLE March 7, 1933 – July 22, 2007

Funeral services for Tilman W. Pyle, 74, of Atlanta are to 10 a.m. Wednesday, July 25 at Glad Tidings Assembly of God Church with the Rev. Harold Walls, the Rev. Samuel Nuckels and the Rev. Derwood Jumper officiating. Interment will follow at Pine Crest Cemetery under the direction of Hanner Funeral Service. Mr. Pyle was retired form GTE after 33 years of service and he served as Pct. 4 Justice of the Peace for 10 years. He was a past member of the Kiwanas. Optimist and Toastmaster Clubs having held several offices in each. He taught at the San Anglo State University and the Technical Vocational Institute of Albuquerque in New Mexico. He was a member of the Glad Tidings Assembly of God Church for many years. He enjoyed farming, beekeeper, fishing and he loved restoring cars. He was preceded in death by his wife, Dorothy Brown Pyle; and one brother, Bobby Pyle. Survivors include his wife, Charlotte Davis Pyle of Atlanta; two sons, Wayne Pyle and wife Sharon of Tulsa, Okla., and Ronny Pyle of Lubbock; two daughters, Donna Pyle of Lewisville, and Lori Ellington and husband Benny of Frisco; one sister, Louise Taylor of El Dorado, Ark.; six grandchildren, Nathan Pyle, Ashley Jumper, Matthew Ellington, Stephen Pyle, Lindsay Ellington and Eric Pyle; and numerous other relatives. An on-line guest book may be signed at www.hannerfuneralservice.com. (pd)

MARY E. ELLINGTON July 31, 1917 – July 18, 2007

Mrs. Mary E. Ellington passed away July 18 in Red Lodge, Mont., while visiting her daughter and granddaughter. She was born July 31, 1917 in Atlanta to the Rev. James P. and Sara E. Olive. Mary recently resides in Queen City after living in Austin for several years. Mrs. Ellington was a devout Christian and longtime member of the Queen City Baptist Church. She traveled the world and was always one to spread the word of God. She was married to Earnest C. Ellington of Queen City of June 30, 1935 and they had two children, Jerri Anne and Earnest Jr. Mrs. Ellington was preceded to death by her four brothers James Carrol, Oasie and Earl; her four sisters, Essiedell, Margaret, Ruth and Connie; her husband, Earnest Ellington, Sr., and her son, Earnest Ellington, Jr. Survivors include her daughter, Jerri Anne Vaughan of Red Lodge, Mont.; her daughter-in-law, Suzan Ellington of Austin; one granddaughter, Denise Howard of Red Lodge, Mont.; four grandsons, Dave Oxford of Sealy, Jeremy Avril of Colorado Springs, Colo., Forrest Ellington of Leander, and Austin Ellington of Leander; three great-grandchildren, Jessi Anne and Jay Yates of Red Lodge, Mont., and Tyler Oxford of Sealy. Mary will be greatly missed by her family the friends. She always had a great story and a keen intelligence of the past. (pd)

Sunday, July 29, 2007

WALTER A. SMITH July 23, 1928 – July 24, 2007

Funeral services for Walter A. Smith, 79, of Atlanta were held at 10 a.m. Friday, July 27 at Hanner Funeral Chaoel with the Rev. Dwayne Lemmon officiating. Interment followed at Smyrna Cemetery. Mr. Smith was born July 23, 1928 in Cass County and died July 24 in Atlanta. Mr. Smith was retired from the Texas Highway Department after 25 years of service and was a member of the Smyrna Baptist Church. He is survived by his wife of 57 years, Evelyn Smith of Atlanta; one daughter, Lee Ann Holcomb and husband Wayne of Atlanta; one brother, Robert Smith and wife Martha of Atlanta; two grandchildren, David Holcomb and wife Amanda of Vivian, La., and Joshua Holcomb of Atlanta. An on-line guest book may be signed at www.hannerfuneralservice.com. (pd)

MARGARET ALTHARA McDUFFIE Oct. 21, 1913 – July 25, 2007

Funeral services for Margaret Althara McDuffie, 93, of Linden will be at 10 a.m. Saturday, July 28 at New Colony Baptist Church. Reeder-Davis-Schindler Funeral Home handled the arrangements.

AUGUST

Wednesday, August 1, 2007

MILDRED WHITE Nov. 12, 1920 – July 29, 2007

Funeral arrangements are pending for Mildred White, 86, of Texarkana. Coleman-Atlanta Funeral Home is handling the arrangements,

ALMA STERN Nov. 3, 1918 – July 27, 2007

Funeral services for Alma Stern, 88, of Omaha will be at 1 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 1 at New Hope Missionary Baptist Church in Daingerfield. Reeder-Davis Funeral Home, Inc. handled the arrangements.

Sunday, August 5, 2007

MALISSA FULCE May 5, 1939 – July 30, 2007

Funeral services for Malissa Fulce, 68, of Houston will be in 11 a.m. Saturday, Aug 4 at Gum Springs CME Church. Coleman-Atlanta Funeral Home handled the arrangements.

WINIFRED WAYNE PATTERSON Aug. 11, 1928 – July 31, 2007

Graveside services for Winifred Wayne “Pat” Patterson, 78, of Atlanta were held at 11 a.m. Thursday, Aug. 2 at Laws Chapel Cemetery. Hanner Funeral Services handled the arrangements.

JAMES RAY DEAN Nov. 3, 1945 – Aug. 1, 2007

Funeral services for James Ray Dean, 61, of Linden will be at 10 a.m. Saturday, Aug. 4 at Reeder-Davis-Schindler Funeral Home Chapel. Reeder-Davis-Schindler Funeral handled the arrangements.

BENNIE MAE WELLS Oct. 15, 1923 – July 28, 2007

Funeral services for Bernie Mae Wells, 83, of Gason will be at 1 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 4 at the Daingerfield-Lone Star Auditorium. Reeder-Davis Funeral Home Inc. handled the arrangements.

MILDRED WHITE Nov. 12, 1920 – July 29, 2007

Funeral services for Mildred White, 86, of Atlanta will be at 11 a.m. Saturday, Aug. 4 at Honey Grove Baptist Church. Coleman-Atlanta Funeral Home handled the arrangements.

Wednesday, August 8, 2007

PAULINE PARKER SMITH Feb. 13, 1927 – Aug. 4, 2007

Surrounded by her three daughters and other family members who loved her, Pauline Parker Smith was carried by angels to her new home in heaven Friday morning, Aug. 3. “Polly” was born Feb. 13, 1927 to Floyd and Verse Parker in Snow Hill, Ark. Polly Smith an incredible woman and after losing her husband, James, of nearly 60 years just 12 weeks prior to her death, her strength and faith never wavered. Polly fought a stroke which took her life, but her spirit and courage was unbelievably strong to the very end. Polly is a precious example of what God wants all of us to be. She was a caring wife, a wonderful mother, a precious grandmother, a sweet sister and a loving friend. Polly graduated from Rodessa High School. After graduating from high school, she met and married James Everett Smith on Oct. 5, 1947. She worked for Glen Rose Oil and Refinery and Arkla Gas Company. She and her husband, James, moved to Atlanta where they owned and managed several local businesses in town. Polly was an avid reader. A perfect day for her was to sit in her favorite chair with a good book and a glass of ice tea. She spent many hours reading and she loved to trade books with her son-in-law, Wesley. Polly also loved horses. She and her husband, James, owned many race horses and Polly enjoyed watching them race. She spent many exciting days in the winner’s circle at Louisiana Downs. Polly loved children. The second graders of First Baptist Church were excited each Sunday as they walked into the loving arms of “Ms. Polly.’ The bible came to life with her passion for storytelling. The 22 years she spent teaching were some of the best in her life. She was a longtime member of First Baptist Church of Atlanta. Polly was also a charter member of the Amity Study Club in Atlanta and served as its president from 1966 to 1967. Polly was loved and adored by her three daughters and sons-in-law, Teresa and Jack Powell of Shreveport, La., Susan and Wesley Self of Texarkana, Ark. And Nancy and Chuck Rice of Atlanta. Polly was an amazing “MeMe” to Greg Powell of Shreveport, La., Amanda Powell Strother of Shreveport, La., Wesley “Spider” Self of Texarkana, Ark., and Sam Rice and Ben Rice of Atlanta. She was loved by her three great-grandchildren Sierra, Parker and Austin. She was preceded in death by her husband, James Smith and her grandson, Clint Self. Polly was also loved by her sister and brother-in-law, Shirley and Eugene Lundy of Jonesville and her brother, Billy Parker of Mt. Ida, Ark. Services for Polly were held Tuesday, Aug. 7 at 11 a.m. in the chapel at Hanner Funeral Home in Atlanta with the Rev. Denny Duron officiating. Contributions may be made to the Atlanta Public Library. Online condolence may be made at hannerfuneralservice.com. (pd)

CLIFTON E. JULIAN Dec. 7, 1915 – Aug. 2, 2007

Funeral services for Clifton E. Julian, 91, of Atlanta were held at 2 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 5 at Hanner Funeral Home. Interment followed at Queen City Cemetery. Mr. Julian was born Dec. 7, 1915 in Winnsboro and died Aug. 2 in Atlanta. Mr. Julian was a member of the Rose Hill Baptist Church in Texarkana and a WWII Army veteran. He enjoyed hard work, having grown up on a farm and worked as a fireman for the El Paso Fire Department for 26 years. He enjoyed making people laugh. Survivors include his wife, Vaudine Julian of Atlanta; sister, Nell Tarry of Houston; and many special nieces, nephews and friends. Pallbearers were new nephews and honorary pallbearers were the Paul Langston Sunday School Class. An on-line guest book may be signed by www.hannerfuneralservice.com. (pd)

LEROY DURHAM June 4, 1919 – Aug. 1, 2007

Funeral services for Leroy Durham, 88, native of Linden, and formerly of Hot Springs, Ark., were held at 10:30 a.m. Saturday, Aug. 4 at the Vaughn Funeral Chapel in McRae, Ga. Vaughn Funeral Home handled the arrangements.

JOSEPH CARLTON JUSTICE JR. May 23, 1935 – Aug. 5, 2007

Funeral services for Joseph Carlton Justice Jr., 72, of Linden will be at 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, Aug. 8 at the Linden Church of Christ. Reeder-Davis-Schindler Funeral Home handled the arrangements.

Sunday, August 12, 2007

DAN M. STANFORD, SR. Jun. 6, 1927 – Aug. 7, 2007

Dan Moody Stanford, Sr. heard the master’s call on Tuesday, Aug. 7 at his home in Linden. Dan was born on Jun. 6, 1927 to W.T. and Mary Elizabeth Stanford in Linden. He was the youngest of 14 children. Dan graduated high school in 1945 from Linden. He enlisted in the United States Navy where he served as a Navy chef and a gunner’s mate. He served four years receiving the Victory Medal, American Area Medal and the Good Conduct Medal. In 1949, Dan was honorably discharged from the United States Navy as a Petty Officer 2^nd Class where upon he entered Texas A&M University. Dan was a proud member of the Fighting Texas Aggie Class of 1953, where he earned a Bachelor of Science in Agriculture Education. However, due to the lengthy illness of his father, he came home to help care for him until his death in 1956. Dan continued his education receiving his master’s degree in Education from East Texas State University in Commerce. Dan was a charter member of the ETSU-Texarkana Phi Delta Kappa. Dan began his teaching career at Bloomburg High School, where he taught for two years. He was high school principal, counselor, math and science teacher, and bus driver at McLeod ISD for seven years. In 1967, Dan joined the teaching staff of Linden-Kildare ISD where he served as principal, taught math and was a bus driver. Dan taught 19 years in the Linden-Kildare ISD. He was an educator for 29 years, a life member of Texas State Teachers Association. He served as president of the Cass County TSTA for two years. Upon retirement, he became a life member of Texas Retired Teachers Association. He served as president of the local unit, Cass County Retired School Employees Association for two years. During his presidency the CCRSEA Scholarship Fund was established which has benefited many Cass County Students. Dan was active in the fellowship of the First Baptist Church of Linden where he was saved as a child. He was a Sunday school director for over 20 years. He was an active member in his community. He served on the Cass County Child Protective Services Board, a member of the Association for Children with Learning Disabilities, a member of the Loins Club and the American Legion. Dan served many years as Democratic county chairman before a lengthy illness forced him to resign. Dan is survived by Violet Allene Thorburg Stanford, his bride of 50 years. Dan and Violet were blessed with the three children, two sons and a daughter, Dan Jr.’Danny’ and Roy S. of Linden, and Danelle Allene who met her Daddy at heaven’s gate to welcome him to his eternal home. He is also survived by a daughter-in-law, Millissa Stanford of Linden. God blessed Dan with two grandsons, Scott Beall and his wife, Ruth and Daniel Vaughn of Kilgore, and three granddaughters, Annella, Marissa, and Carolyn Stanford of Linden. Dan also has two great-grandchildren, Justice and Liberty Beall of Kilgore. Dan is survived by two brothers and sister-in-law, Dr. C. Cooper Stanford and his wife, Jean of Memphis, Tenn., and DVM Edward T. Stanford and his wife, Fern of Little Rock, Ark., and a special sister-in-law, Madeleine Stanford of Crosbyton. Dan is also survived by many nieces and nephews and other family members and friends. Dan’s funeral was held at FBC of Linden on Friday, Aug. 10. Burial was in the Linden Cemetery. Memorials can be made to Cass County Retired Teacher Association Scholarship Fund, P.O. Box 1462 Linden, Tx. 75563 or L-K Ag Boosters Scholarship Fund, P.O. Box 564 Linden, Tx. 75563. (pd)

DALE W. WHITE May 3, 1960 – Aug. 7, 2007

Funeral services for Dale W. White, 47, of Queen City will be at 2 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 12 at the Hanner Funeral Chapel. Internment will follow at Antioch Cemetery. Mr. White was born on May 3, 1960 in Corpus Christi and died Aug. 7 in White Oak. Dale was a member of the Piney Grove Baptist Church and worked at Red River. He was preceded in death by his parents, J.W. and Arnell White; and one nephew, Karl Alford. Survivors include his son, Bubba White of Texarkana; one daughter, Tiffanie White of Texarkana; one grandson, Dawlton Gage Whote of Texarkana; three brothers, James White Jr. and his wife, Linda of Atlanta, Scott White and his wife, Bettie of Ore City, and Kenny White and his wife, Nina of White Oak; one sister, Darelene Alford and her husband, Wayne of Atlanta; numerous nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews; and other relatives and friends. Visitation will begin at 6 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 11 at Hanner Funeral Home. An on-line guestbook may be signed at www.hannerfuneralservice.com. (pd)

JAMES MICHAEL WIGGINS Nov. 8, 1949 – Aug. 5, 2007

James Michael Wiggins went to be with the Lord on Aug. 5 at Valley Baptist Medical Center in Harlingen. Michael ‘Mike’ was born to loving parents, Billy James ‘Blue’ and Linnie Wiggins, on Nov. 8, 1949 in Memphis. He is survived by his loving wife of 20 years, Patty, and his precious son, James Richardson ‘Ricky’ Wiggins; his mother, Linnie Ponder and Stepfather, Buster Ponder of Jefferson; sister, Vonda Wallace and Dennis Pagel of Harlingen; and loving in-laws, Archie and Deloria Connell of Harlingen. In addition, Michael leaves behind numerous aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and cousins. As a beloved husband, father, brother, uncle, cousin and friend he will be missed and remembered by all. Michael was preceded in death by his father, Blue Wiggins; son, Charles Randal Wiggins; sister, Toni McDonald; and nephew, Jason Wallace. Michael was best know and will be remembered for his beautiful voice and being a brilliant guitarist and pianist, both gifts from God, as well as the country western music that he played in Rio Grande Valley and throughout Texas. Michael’s greatest loves include his family and his music, singing and entertaining. He started performing at age 16 and continued to perform throughout his life. He is best known for performing as ‘Mike Wiggins and Loco’ and ‘Mike and Vonda.’ In 1984 his band finished third in the Tri-State Music Competition held at Gilley’s in Pasadena. Michael always had a joke of story to tell and was loved by all that knew him. He loved to travel and his favorite destinations were Las Vegas and the Caribbean. Mike never met a stranger and chose his best friends for life, Ron and Leslye Crocker of Tyler, and Scott and Jeanne Baker of Harlingen. The family would like to acknowledge Edward G. Oorjitham, M.D. for his outstanding care and loving support of Michael and his family. Michael’s greatest joy was watching his son Ricky grow into a fine young man instilled with wonderful values. Michael gave his love and passion to his music and audience in his entertaining and chose to continue to give himself as an organ donor in his death, Countless lives will blessed for his unselfishness. The family requests that in lieu of flowers, donations be made to the Harlingen Citizens Police Academy Alumni Association. Donations can be sent to Captain Mike Kester at the Harlingen Police Department, 1102 South Commerce, Harlingen, Tx. 78550. Visitation was held at Buck Ashcraft Funeral Home in Harlingen on Wednesday, Aug. 8, from 3p.m. to 9p.m. with the family receiving guests from 4p.m. to 8p.m. Funeral services were held on Tuesday, Aug. 9 at Wesley United Methodist Church, 1406 East Austin, Harlingen, Texas at 4p.m. under the direction of Buck Ashcraft Funeral Home. The guestbook may be signed on-line at www.buck-ashcraft.com. (pd)

MAXINE HUTCHINS ROSSER Jan. 11, 1912 – Aug. 4, 2007

Graveside services and internment for Maxine Hutchins Rosser, 95, will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday, Aug. 11 at the Kildare Cemetery, with the Rev. Joe Srygley officiating. She died Aug. 4 in Frederick, Md. Arrangements have been entrusted to Hanner Funeral Services. The on-line guestbook may be signed at www.hannerfuneralservice.com. Maxine was born Jewel Maxine Hutchins on Jan. 11, 1912 in what is now known as ‘The Hutchins House’ at 403 East Hiram Street in Atlanta. She was the daughter of one of the early settlers in Atlanta, Jewel Minor Hutchins. Her mother was Arrye Wood Hutchins. Maxine was a great story-teller, and her many vivid memories of Atlanta when she was growing up. She remembered people talking about the Titanic going down. She walked in an Atlanta bank after Bonnie and Clyde robbed it. Her father owned one of the first six cars in Cass County, and worked actively to promote better county roads for motor vehicles. Her mother died when she was six, in Nov. of 1918, during the great Spanish Flu Epidemic. She migrated to Washington, D.C. to find work during The Great Depression. There she met John Rosser, also of Atlanta. Unable to find work himself in Atlanta, he had joined the U.S. Navy and spent several years at Pearl Harbor in the early 1930’s, before being discharged after his final assignment at Bethesda Naval Hospital. He and Maxine met in Washington, D.C., got married and settled in Kensington, Md., where they raised three children, Sally, David and Johnny. They and their children (and Maxine’s grandchildren and great-grandchildren) remember her wit, and her love of music and poetry. Like her husband John, who died in 1989 and is buried in Kildare Cemetery, she always missed East Texas. Now she is coming home. (pd)

AZZIE LEE HARRIS Dec. 19, 1923 – Aug. 5, 2007

Funeral services for Azzie Lee Harris, 83, of Avinger will be held at 2p.m. Saturday, Aug. 11 at Mt. Moriah Missionary Baptist Church in Avinger. Reeder-Davis Funeral Home handled the

arrangements.

MARY GREENE HANCOCK Jan. 3, 1934 – Aug. 7, 2007

Funeral services for Mary Greene Hancock, 73, of Douglassville were held at 10 a.m. Friday, Aug. 10 at the Center Grove Baptist Church. Hanner Funeral Services handled the arrangements.

CURTIS A. NESS

Curtis A. Ness, 63, of Atlanta died Tuesday at a local hospital. Mr. Ness is survived by Wavie Davis of Atlanta; one son, Troy Ness of Florida; one daughter, Tammy Ness of North Dakota; three brothers, David Ness of Calif., Kent Ness of Atlanta, Ritchie Ness of Texarkana; four sisters, Cindy Kirk and Pam Schweitzer of North Dakota, Diane Henrickson and Susan Weaver of Atlanta; and numerous other nieces and nephews. On-line condolences may be made at www.hannerfuneralservice.com. (pd)

Wednesday, August 15, 2007

CORINNE EVERS Jan. 2, 1910 – Aug. 9, 20047

Funeral services for Corinne Evers, 97, of Atlanta, were held at 1p.m. Saturday, Aug. 11 at Mt. Zion Baptist Church in Doddridge, Ark., with the Rev. Walter Burnett and Dr. H.B. Wren officiating. Internment followed at Mt. Zion Cemetery. Mrs. Evers was born Jan. 2, 1910 in Miller County, Ark. and she died Aug. 9 in Atlanta. Mrs. Evers or ‘Mrs. Corinne’ as she was called, was a devout member of the Doddridge Methodist Church. She enjoyed Bible study, quilting and had a deep love for her family. She will be missed. Mrs. Evers is preceded in death by her husband, J.W. Evers and one son, Jamie Evers. Survivors include one son, Mickey Evers and his wife, Patsy of Texarkana; one daughter, Maudie Ann Allen of Atlanta; one brother, Willard Bryant of Texarkana; four grandchildren, Marsha Harrington and her husband, Steve of Atlanta, Bryan Allen and his wife, Vicki of Sulphur Springs, Misty Knighton and her husband, Anthony of Searcy, Ark., and Jason Evers and his wife, Nicole of Manila, Ark.; six great-grandchildren, Marissa, Thurman, Andrew, Jesse, Joshua and Imilee; and numerous nieces and nephews. Visitation was held from 6 to 8 p.m. Friday, Aug. 10 at the Hanner Funeral Home. Memorials may be made to the Doddridge Methodist Church. An on-line guestbook may be signed at www.hannerfuneralservice.com. (pd)

JACK AUSTIN Apr. 22, 1929 – Aug. 11, 2007

Funeral services for Jack Austin, 78, of Hughes Springs were held at 10 a.m. Tuesday, Aug. 14 at First Baptist Church of Hughes Springs. Reeder-Davis Funeral Home handled the arrangements.

Sunday, August 19, 2007

W.T. ‘DUB’ DRAPER Aug. 29, 1934 – Aug. 14, 2007

W.T. ‘Dub’ Draper, 72, of Atlanta passed away Aug. 14 in Italy. He was born Aug. 29, 1934 in Atlanta. Mr. Draper spent part of his childhood here in Atlanta and after serving in the Army for a couple of years moved back in 1959 to settle down and raise a family. He spent time as a plumber and eventually took to farming with his brother Joe, raising watermelons and sweet potatoes. He loved his family unconditionally and this love was shared with many family and friends. His heart was that of pure gold and even to strangers there was always kindness and generosity shown. His love for music filled his heart and his voice was heard near and far over the years. Mr. Draper moved to Red Oak in 1980 and worked at Rockett Water Company. He retired in 1993, left Red Oak and returned to his farm in Cass County. He had a special place in his heart for his children, but his greatest joy came from his six grandsons. He spent special moments with them all, playing ball with them or watching them play in a baseball or soccer game. He had a heart the size of Texas, for he loved so many people – his children, his grandchildren, his brothers, his sisters, his band members and his friends – and for all those he loved, they will be forever enriched in their lives because of the ‘Good’ man that God created in W.T. Draper. He is survived by his estranged wife, Connie Draper of Atlanta; one son, James Draper of Atlanta; one daughter and son-in-law, Janis and Mike Martinez of Midlothian; six grandsons, Joshua Draper, Justin Draper, and Jacob Draper, all of Atlanta, Texas and Jason Draper, Alec Martinez and Jesse Martinez, all of Midlothian; three brothers, Joe N. Draper of Atlanta, Bonny G. Draper of Willis Point, and David Draper of Tyler; three sisters, Linda Rube of Queen City, Ruth Glendenning of Atlanta, and Kathryn Wright of Beaumont; and numerous nieces and nephews. Funeral services were held at 10 a.m. Friday, Aug. 17 at Hanner Funeral Chapel. Internment followed in Antioch Cemetery in Cass County with the Rev. Bill Dupree and Rev. Sam Pitts officiating. (pd)

GRACE LAWSON

Funeral services are pending for Mrs. Grace Lawson, 97, of Queen City. Coleman-Atlanta Funeral Home will be handling the arrangements.

LILLY DAVIS Dec. 20, 1912 – Aug. 15, 2007

Funeral services for Lilly Davis, 94, of Daingerfield, were held Saturday, Aug. 18, at 11 a.m. at New Hope Missionary Baptist Church. Reeder-Davis Funeral Home, Inc. handled the arrangements.

CARLOTTA JANE WELLS Nov. 30, 1948 – Aug. 15, 2007

Funeral services for Carlotta Jane Wells, 58, of Hammond, La. were held Saturday, Aug. 18 at 9 a.m. in the Linden Cemetery. Reeder-Davis-Schindler Funeral Home handled the arrangements.

DENISE GOYNES Apr. 29, 1958 – Aug. 13, 2007

Funeral services for Denise Goynes, 49, of Jefferson will be held Saturday, Aug. 18, at 11 a.m. at the Shady Grove Church of Christ. Coleman-Atlanta Funeral Home is handling the arrangements.

Wednesday, August 22, 2007

VIOLA LAMBERT June 17, 1912 – Aug. 17, 2007

Funeral services for Viola Lambert, 95, of Atlanta were held at 3 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 19 at Union Chapel Methodist Church in Douglasville with the Rev. James Knight and the Rev. Mark McClanahan officiating. Burial was held in the Cedar Grove Cemetery under the direction of Hanner Funeral Service. Mrs. Lambert was born in Cass County on June 17, 1912 and passed away on Friday, Aug. 17, 2007 in Atlanta. She was preceded in death by her husband, the Rev. Lex Lambert who pastured numerous Methodist churches in the Bowie County area. She was a member of the Union Chapel Methodist Church in Douglasville and was a member of the Eastern Star in Linden and Douglasville. Survivors include one brother, Kenneth Anderson of Ft. Worth; one sister, Fannie Crow of Austin; one niece, Patsy Farris of Red Hill; two great-nieces, Tonya Dorgan and family, Thomesa Capps and family; and one great-nephew, Kieth Knight and family. Mrs. Lambert is also survived by numerous relatives and friends. An on-line guest book may be signed at www.hannerfuneralservice.com. (pd)

NORTON ‘PAPA SMURF’ HOWLAND Oct. 6, 1932 – Aug. 17, 2007

Funeral services for Norton ‘Papa Smurf’ Howland, 74, of Atlanta were held at 3 p.m. Monday, Aug. 20 at First United Methodist Church in Atlanta with the Rev. Mike Toland officiating. Burial was held Tuesday, Aug. 21 at Calvary Hill Cemetery in Humble under the direction of Hanner Funeral Service. Mr. Howland was born in Rio Hondo, Texas on Oct. 6, 1932 and passed away on Friday Aug. 17, 2007 in Atlanta. He was preceded in death by his grandson, Bryan Howland. Mr. Howland was a retired machinist from Dow Chemical where he was a member of the First United Methodist Church in Atlanta and he enjoyed sharing Christ as he played Santa Clause to so many. Survivors include his wife, Peggy Jo Howland of Atlanta; five sons, Neil Norton Howland and his wife, Trena of West Monroe, La., Gene Howland of Huntsville, Ray Howland and his wife, Rikki of Alvin, Greg Pritchett of Kountze, Texas; two daughters, Debbie Miller and her husband, Ronnie of Arlington, Christine Pritchett of Arlington; one brother, Marvin Howland and his wife, Maurine of Angleton; one sister, Eula Beth Hall and her husband, A.D. of Oklahoma City, Okla.; one brother-in-law, Melvin Fletcher and his wife, Lonnie of Rio Hondo; and one sister-in-law, Patsy Brodee of West Monroe, La. Mr. Howland is also survived by 19 grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren. An on-line guestbook may be signed at www.hannerfuneralservice.com. (pd)

Sunday, August 26, 2007

DANIEL BURKHALTER May 30, 1938 – Aug. 20, 2007

Graveside services for Daniel Burkhalter, 69, of Linder were held at 11 a.m. Wednesday, Aug. 22 at the New Colony Cemetery in Cass County with the Rev. Richard Swain and Alan Finley officiating. Mr. Burkhalter was born May 30, 1938 in Bivins and died Aug. 20, 2007 in Linden. Mr. Burkhalter is preceded in death by his parents, Gordon and Margaret Burkhalter and two brothers, Herman Burkhalter and L.V. Burkhalter. He is survived by his wife of 49 years, Barbara Burkhalter; children, Danny and daughter-in-law, Brenda Burkhalter and James Burkhalter of Linden, Becky Burkhalter of Queen City; son-in-law, Mitch and Penny Cooper of Bivins; grandchildren, L. Daniel ‘Buck’ Burkhalter, Stacy Daniels, Jeremy and Amy Quada, Sarah Cooper, Jimmy and Christy Burkhalter, Jeremy and Lori Peyton; great-grandchildren, Emily Quada, Marsha and Ricky Burkhalter, Riley and Jarett Payton; brother and sisters, Willie nd madel Stone, Bo and Wyoma Morvan of Shreveport, La., Agnas Trusty, Eddie and Rhokene Stephens of Queen City, Larry Burkhalter of Atlanta, Ted Burkhalter of Douglasville, Issac and Brenda Burkhalter of Mansfield, La., David and Judy Burkhalter of Hughes Springs; and many nephews and nieces, as well as many friends. Visitation was held from 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 21 at the Hanner Funeral Chapel. An on-line guestbook may be signed at www.hannerfuneralservice.com. (pd)

GERALDINE MASSEY Mar. 15, 1928 – Aug. 20, 2007

Funeral services for Geraldine Massey, 79, of Atlanta were held at 10 a.m. Saturday, Aug. 25 at Hanner Funeral Chapel in Atlanta. Visitation was held from 6 to 8 p.m. Friday, Aug. 24. Internment was at Antioch Cemetery in Cass County. Mrs. Massey was born Mar. 15, 1928 in Cass County and died in Texarkana, Aug. 20, 2007. She was a member of the Atlanta Church of Christ. She loved her family, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren dearly and will be deeply missed. She is preceded in death by her husband, Thomas Massey. Mrs. Massey is survived by two daughters, Mary Robison and husband, Charles of Queen City, and Margret Morones of Texarkana; two sisters, Nell Wall and husband, Tommie of Atlanta, and Vada Hampton of Atlanta; three grandchildren, Chris Robison of Queen City, Stephanie Robison of Texarkana, and Aaron Robison of Queen City; two great-grandchildren, Laynee Robison of Queen City, and Alexia Engledowl of Texarkana. An on-line guestbook may be signed at www.hannerfuneralservice.com. (pd)

LIZ ADKISSON Aug. 4, 1932 – Aug. 22, 2007

Funeral services for Liz Adkisson, 75, of Queen City will be held at 2 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 28 at Hanner Funeral Chapel. Internment will follow at Queen City Cemetery under the direction of Hanner Funeral Service. Mrs. Adkisson was born in Bowie County, Ark. She was a devoted wife to her husband, Beck ‘B.K.’ Adkisson, and was a member of the Order of the Eastern Star. Survivors include one step-son, John Baxter Adkisson of California; four step-daughters, Eva Mae Adkisson of California, Margaret Eaton of Shirley, Ark., Roseanne Bonnett of Fayetville, Ark., and Madeline Patricia Koontz of Escondido, Calif.; two brothers, Frank Proctor of Marshall and Michael Springer of Houston; one sister, Martha of Austin; and numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren and great great-grandchildren. The guestbook may be signed at www.hannerfuneralservice.com. (pd)

TEDDY RAY JOPLIN Feb. 7, 1959 – Aug. 21, 2007

A memorial service for Teddy Ray Joplin, 48, of DeKalb was held at 10 a.m. Friday, Aug. 24 at the Bates-Rolf Funeral Chapel in DeKalb. Bates-Rolf Funeral Home handled the arrangements.

MANCE D. GRUBBS Oct. 16, 1919 – Aug. 19, 2007

Funeral services for Mance D. Grubbs, 87, of Linden were held at 10 a.m. Wednesday, Aug. 22 at the First Baptist Church in Linden. Reeder-Davis-Schindler Funeral Home handled the arrangements.

EVELYN LAVERNE PENNY Sept. 1, 1920 – Aug. 16, 2007

Funeral services for Evelyn LaVerne Penny, 86, of Whiteboro, formerly of Cornett, were held at 10 a.m. Friday, Aug. 24 at Cornett United Methodist Church in Naples. Reeder-Davis Funeral Home, Inc. handled the arrangements.

GRACE LAWSON Jul. 4, 1910 – Aug. 16, 2007

Funeral services for Grace Lawson, 97, of Atlanta will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, Aug. 25 at Shiloh Missionary Baptist Church in Atlanta. Coleman-Atlanta Funeral Home will be handling the arrangements.

PHILLIS BOOTHE Mar. 30, 1938 – Aug. 23, 2007

Graveside services for Phillis Boothe, 69, of Doddridge, Ark. will be held at 2 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 26 at Enon Cemetery in Miller County, Ark. Hanner Funeral Services will handle the arrangements.

Wednesday, August 29, 2007

FRANCIS E. “RED” LEIGH March 31, 1921 - Aug, 26, 2007

Funeral services for Francis E. “Red” Leigh, 86, of Atlanta are being held at 2 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 29 at Hanner Funeral Chapel with the Rev. Chris Cowan officiating. Interment will follow at 4 p.m. at East Mountain cemetery in Gregg County under the direction of Hanner Funeral Service. Mr. Leigh was born in Gary and attended Piney Grove Baptist Church. He was a veteran of the U.S. Army/Air Force, serving during World War II and fighting at the Battle of the Bulge. Mr. Leigh and his wife, Katherine, enjoyed 67 years of marriage together. He was preceded in death by his son, Frankie Edward Leigh; his parents; and his stepfather, Obie Wells. Survivors include his wife, Katherine Leigh of Atlanta; one son and daughter-in-law, Kenneth and Lynn Leigh of Spring; two daughters and sons-in-law, Judy and Bill Staner of Daingerfield and Anna and Everett Woods of Atlanta; his stepmother, Leona Wells of San Jose, Calif.; his stepsister, Bobbye Langsford of San Jose, Calif.; his grandchildren, Latriscia Thompson and husband Doug of Texarkana, Ark., Janice Sherman of Atlanta, Leigh Staner and his wife Cynthia of Cason, Bridget Velin and husband Ricky of Daingerfield, Kevin Leigh of Boerne, and Kendra Leigh of Spring; his great- grandchildren, Dusty Thompson and wife Vanessa of Maud, Joseph Staner of Cason, Ashley Ferguson of Atlanta, Melia Staner of Cason, Courtney Velin of Daingerfield, Evelyn Velin of Daingerfield, Hunter Staner of Cason, and Katie Mae Velin of Daingerfield. The guestbook may be signed online at www.hannerfuneralservice.com.

MARGARET SMITH Aug. 30, 1923 — Aug. 25, 2007

Graveside services for Margaret Smith, 83, of Atlanta, were held, Monday, Aug. 27, at Smyrna Cemetery in Cass County. Mrs. Smith was born Aug. 30, 1923 in Mobile, Ala., and she died Aug. 25, 2007 in Atlanta. Mrs. Smith was a member of the West Side Baptist Church in Atlanta. She is preceded in death by her husband, George Smith and one daughter, Brenda Thompson. Survivors include one daughter, Karen McCaulley and husband, Bob of Atlanta; two grandsons, Daniel Flores and Kevin Burkes; and one son-in-law, Joe Thompson of Queen City. An online guest book may be signed at www.hannerfuneralservice.com.

HAROLD L. PAYNE Jan. 23, 1949 — Aug. 24, 2007

Funeral services for Harold L. Payne, 58, of Doddridge, Ark., were held Monday, Aug. 27 at 2 p.m. at Hanner Funeral Home Chapel in Atlanta with Kenneth Wilbanks officiating. Interment was at Enon Cemetery in Miller County, Ark. Mr. Payne was born Jan. 23, 1949 in Perry County, Ark. and he died Aug. 24, 2007 in Texarkana. Mr. Payne was a crane operator with Turner Brothers Crane and Rigging of Houston and a United States Army Veteran. Mr. Payne was preceded in death by his parents, W.T. and Alma Payne and two brothers, Helen L. Coley and Carrol Payne. Survivors include his wife, Betty Payne of Doddridge, Ark.; one daughter, Denisa Rodriguez of Houston; two sisters, Wilma Quaid of Bloomburg, and Nancy Staggs of Doddridge; six brothers, J.W. Payne of Walker, La., James Payne of Sun City, Donald Payne of Doddridge, William Payne of Doddridge, Ronnie Payne of Doddridge, and Gary Payne of Prescott, Ark.; two grandchildren, Francisco Rodriguez Jr. and Jeremy Rodriguez; one great-grandchild; and numerous nieces, nephews, and friends. An online guestbook may be signed at www.hannerfuneralservice.com. (pd)

BAN EARL PARKER April 7, 1930 — August 23, 2007

Funeral services for Ban Earl Parker, 77, of McLeod were held at 2:30 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 26 at Good Exchange Baptist Church in McLeod with the Rev. Wayne Minter and the Rev Gary Bazer officiating. Mr. Parker was born April 7, 1930 and died Aug. 23 in his home in McLeod. Mr. Parker was retired from Reynolds Metals in Portland with 38 years of service. He was a member of Good Exchange Baptist Church and a World War II U.S. Army Veteran. He was also a member of the Veteran of Foreign Wars in Atlanta. He was preceded in death by his parents, Hardy and M.A Parker; a brother, Buddy Parker; five sisters, Lee, Madge Ann, Carolyn, and Geraldine; and one granddaughter, Ashley Survivors include his wife of 15 years, Eris Parker of McLeod; two sons, Michael Parker and Stephen Parker and wife, Tammy of Corpus Christi; one daughter, Roxie Harwel and husband, John of Bluntzer: one stepdaughter, Rebecca Lowry and Michele McInnis both of Atlanta; three sisters Jeanetta Ingram of Liddleville, La., Sarah McQuillen of Jackson, Miss., Dorothy Parker of Coinnsboro, La.; two brothers, Carl Parker and wife, Jean of Monroe, La., Wayne Parker and wife, Nancy of Ala.; 10 grandchildren, six great grandchildren, seven step-grandchildren, and two step-grandchildren. Special thanks to Rhonda and husband, Bernard Jester of McLeod and Serenity Hospice for their tender loving care McGuire Funeral Home handled the arrangements. (pd)

FLOYD STORY Feb. 17, 1934 —Aug.25, 2007

Funeral services for Floyd Story, 73, of Linden, were held at 2 p.m., Tuesday, Aug. 28 at the Reeder-Davis-Schindle Funeral Home Chapel in Linden. Reeder-Davis-Schindle Funeral Home handled the arrangements.

VESSIE M. JACKSON Jan. 29, 1929 — Aug. 23, 2007

Funeral arrangements for Vessie M. Jackson, 78, of Atlanta are pending with Coleman-Atlanta Funeral Home. Jackson died Aug. 23 at Atlanta Memorial Hospital.

September

Sunday, September 2, 2007

LEONA KIRKLAND HAMMOCK Oct. 28, 1916 — Aug. 29, 2007

Funeral services for Leona Kirkland Hammock, 90, of Atlanta were held at 2 p.m. Friday, Aug. 31 at Hanner Funeral Home Chapel in Atlanta. Interment followed the services in Pine Crest Cemetery in Atlanta under the direction of Hanner Funeral Service. Mrs. Hammock was born Oct. 28, 1916 in Linden and she went to be with the Lord on Aug. 29, 2007 in Atlanta Memorial Hospital. Mrs. Hammock co-owned and operated Hammock Motor Company with her husband, Edwin Hammock. She was a faithful member of West Side Baptist Church. She loved her family and enjoyed watching her great-nephew, great-great-nephew and their friends play little league baseball. Mrs. Hammock was preceded in death by her husband Edwin Hammock, her parents Frank and Irene Kirkland and five brothers. She is survived by three brothers and two sisters-in-law; Dolph Kirkland of Atlanta, Otis and Mary Sue Kirkland of Pearsall, Floyd and Faye Kirkland of Atlanta; nine nieces and nephews; 15 great-nieces and nephews, and five great-great nieces and nephews and a host of wonderful friends. An online guestbook may be signed at www.hannerfuneralservice.com. Memorials in lieu of flowers may be made to the charity of choice. (pd)

LEE COLEMAN

Funeral services are pending for Lee Coleman, 62, of Linden. Coleman-Atlanta Funeral Home is handling the arrangements.

GERTIE L. JONES May 22, 1922 — Aug. 24, 2007

Funeral services for Gertie L. Jones, 85, of Texarkana, were held Saturday, Sept. 1 at Arkadeiphia Baptist Church in Arkadelphia, Ark. Coleman-Atlanta Funeral Home handled the arrangements.

CARL RALPH YOUNG Sept. 30, 1923 — Aug. 28, 2007

Graveside services for Carl Ralph Young, 83, of Marshall were held at 10a.m. Friday, Aug. 31 at Center Hill Cemetery in Linden. Randy Shankle and Jeff Arrington officiated the services. Downs Funeral Home in Marshall handled the arrangements. Carl Young was born on Sept. 30, 1923 in Page County, Iowa to Ralph Everett Young and Florence Forrest Beery Young. He served in the U.S. Navy during World War II and in the Pacific Theatre on the U.S.S. Alabama. Carl married Wilma Ruth Hall on Aug. 10, 1952 in Dallas. He was a member of the church in Marshall and was a home renovator. Mr. Young is survived by his wife, Ruth Young of Marshall; one son, Tom Young of Longview; two daughters, Sherri Young of Houston and Sandy Keller of Jefferson; three grandchildren; one great-granddaughter; and two sisters, Dorothy Maertins of Dallas and Alice Phraner of Atlanta.

VESSIE JACKSON Jan. 29, 1929 — Aug. 23, 2007

Funeral services for Vessie Jackson, 78, of Atlanta were held Saturday, Sept. 1 at Enon First Baptist Church in Atlanta. Coleman-Atlanta Funeral Home handled the arrangements.

PATRICIA “PAT” SPIRES August 17, 1935 — August 27, 2007

Funeral services for Patricia “Pat” Spires, 72, of Pittsburg were held Thursday, Aug. 30 at First Pentecostal Church in Pittsburg. Reeder-Davis Funeral Home, Inc. handled the arrangements.

Wednesday, September 5, 2007

MARY BRYANT Nov. 22, 1914 — Aug. 30, 2007

Graveside services for Mary Bryant, 92, of Atlanta were held at 10 a.m. Tuesday, Sept. 4 at Smyrna Cemetery in Atlanta, with the Rev. Gene Parker and the Rev. Paul Bryant officiating. Hanner Funeral Service handled the arrangements. Mrs. Bryant was born Nov. 22, 1914 in New Market, md. and died in Atlanta. She was a member of the Smyrna Baptist Church and loved being a member of the Ruth Sunday school class. Mrs. Bryant was preceded in death by her husband, George Bryant Jr. Survivors include two sons, Johnny Sparks of Winnsboro and Carl Bryant and his wife Shirley of Atlanta; two daughters, Ann Sparks of Ladoga, Ind., and Georgia Berry of Crawfordsville, Ind.; one sister, Nikki Martin of Terrell; 21 grandchildren; numerous great-grandchildren; and numerous great-great- grandchildren. An online guestbook may be signed at www.hannerfuneralservice.com. pd)

RUBY LEE CLAYTON Jan. 29, 1915 —Aug.31, 2007

Funeral services for Ruby Lee Clayton, 92, of Atlanta were held at 10 a.m. Monday, Sept. 3 at Hanner Funeral Chapel with the Rev. Joe Strebeck, the Rev. James Manning, and the Rev. Johnny Withem officiating. Interment followed in Laws Chapel Cemetery under the direction of Hanner Funeral Service. Mrs. Clayton was born in Atlanta and was a member of the Piney Grove Baptist Church. She will be missed by all who loved her. Survivors include her husband, Albert Clayton of Atlanta; two sons, Wayburn Wailer Sr. and wife Loyce Fredine and Steven Clayton of Atlanta; two grandchildren, Wayburn David Wailer Jr. and Darlene Waller Craigen; six great-grandchildren, Wayburn David Wailer Ill, Stephanie Smith, Heather Blizzard, Laurie Wailer, Holly Craigen, Haedan Craigen; two great-great-grandchildren, Meghan Smith and Wayburn David Waller IV; and numerous nieces and nephews. An online guestbook may be signed at www.hannerfuneralservice.com. (pd.)

LEE ARTHUR COLEMAN SR. Aug. 29, 1945 — Aug. 29, 2007

Funeral services for Lee Arthur Coleman Sr., 62, of Linden were held at 3:30 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 2 at Hendrix Temple. Coleman-Atlanta Funeral Home handled the arrangements.

WILLIAM D. “BILL” COLLINS April 19, 1930 — Aug. 30, 2007

Funeral services for William D. “Bill” Collins, 77, of Daingerfield were held at 2 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 2 at Reeder-Davis Chapel in Hughes Springs. Reeder-Davis Funeral Home handled the arrangements.

JACKWELYN LACHELL ‘SHELL’ LEWIS Oct. 6, 1962 – Aug. 30, 2007

Funeral services for Jackwelyn Lachell ‘Shell’ Lewis, 44, of Cason are being held at 11 a.m. Wednesday, Sept. 5 at Shady Grove Baptist Church in Cason. Reeder-Davis Funeral Home is handling the arrangements.

Sunday, September 9, 2007

WILLIAM D. “BILL” COLLINS April 19, 1930 — Aug. 30, 2007

Funeral services for William D. “Bill” Collins, 77, of Daingerfield were held Sunday, Sept. 2 at Reeder-Davis Chapel in Hughes Springs. Reeder-Davis Funeral Home handled the arrangements.

MARY EMMA BABER Aug. 26, 1911 — Sept. 3, 2007

Funeral services for Mary Emma Baber, 96, of Linden were held Thursday, Sept. 6 at First Baptist Church of Linden. Reeder-Davis-Schindler Funeral Home handled the arrangements.

AUSTIN WAYNE MOORE July 12, 2007 — Sept. 2, 2007

Private graveside services for Austin Wayne Moore, infant son of Benjamin Wayne Moore and Teresa Lynn Moore of Marietta, were held Wednesday, Sept. 5 at Oak Ridge Cemetery in Marietta. Reeder-Davis Funeral Home handled the arrangements.

LINDA COLEMAN April 7, 1937 — Sept. 3, 2007

Funeral services for Linda Coleman, 70, of Daingerfield were held Thursday, Sept. 6 at Reeder-Davis Chapel in Hughes Springs. Reeder-Davis Funeral Home handled the arrangements.

THOMAS RAYBURN STEWART March 8, 1920 — Sept. 5, 2007

Funeral services for Thomas Rayburn Stewart, 87, of Texarkana were held Saturday, Sept. 8 at Reeder-Davis Chapel in Hughes Springs. Reeder-Davis Funeral Home handled the arrangements.

REV. CARL DON JOHNSON Nov. 7, 1940 - Aug. 30, 2007

Funeral services for the Rev. Carl Don Johnson, 66, of San Diego, Calif., are being held at noon Saturday, Sept. 8 at Jefferson Junior High School auditorium. Lewis and Walker Funeral Home are handling the arrangements.

ROBERT LYNN RIDDLE Oct. 14, 1939 - Sept. 5, 2007

Funeral services for Robert Lynn Riddle, 67, of Linden are being held at 2 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 8 at Reeder-Davis-Schindler Funeral Home Chapel in Linden. Reeder-Davis-Schindler Funeral Home is handling the arrangements.

BIRTON JARRETT Sept. 5, 1930 - Sept. 1, 2007

Funeral services for Birton Jarrett, 76, are being held at 10 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 8 at Corinth Baptist Church. Lewis and Walker Funeral Home are handling the arrangements.

Sunday, September 16, 2007

HIXIE LEDELLE CARTER THOMPSON April 15, 1925— Sept. 10, 2007

Hixie Ledelle Carter Thompson joined her Heavenly Father on Monday evening, Sept. 10, 2007. She was 82 years old. Born April 15, 1925, to Mary Francis (Fannie) and Robert Wilson Carter, in Queen City, Ledelle was the youngest of three children. She grew up on her family’s farm in Cass County until moving to “the city” (New Boston) at age 17, where she worked at Hubbard’s Furniture Store and enjoyed life as a young lady during the days of the “Greatest Generation.” She and her friends spent Friday nights at the picture show and Saturdays at the soda fountain. Our nation was at war, and Ledelle eventually set her sights on a young he boy from St. Louis, Mo., named Kenneth Lee Thompson. On Aug. 14, 1942, a short three months after first spotting him disembarking from a train at Texarkana’s Union Station, the two were married, sending word to her family by way of the milk man. Mr. Carter was none too pleased that his baby girl if would throw in with a “Yankee,” but the family quickly came to love him and call him their own. Thus began a 59-year union that would bring them two beautiful daughters, Margaret Ann, in 1945, and Martha Kay, in 1951, as well as many happy memories and a romance that lasted their lifetime. The two were inseparable and in love until death parted them in 2001, setting an example of true love for all who knew them. Throughout her 82 years on Earth, Ledelle survived cancer and the loss of a child. She was a full-time wife and mother, working occasionally at various retail businesses, including Martin’s Bakery, and Henson-Kickernick. She and Kenneth fully out embraced their retirement years, enjoying frequent travel and a second career in woodcrafts. They were well-known around the craft show circuit and in community churches around the Ark-La-Tex, through Kenneth’s ministry as a visiting preacher. They frequented gospel concerts and loved to go to shows. They were known to “run off” on a moment’s notice for weekend getaways to Hot Springs, Ark., and Branson, Mo., or just a quick shopping spree to Shreveport, La., or Longview. Ledelle loved being surrounded by people, and people loved being around Ledelle. She commanded attention wherever she went, and thrived off of human interaction. She was a faithful member of First Baptist Church in Atlanta, an officer in the Bethel Sunday School class, and a regular at the Faithful Doers and the Thursday morning Bible study. Rarely a week passed that she could not be found filling a seat at Wednesday night prayer meeting. Her faith was unfailing and unflappable, despite her burdens in life. She believed with a childlike innocence and acceptance. Ledelle is preceded in death by her parents, Fannie and Wilson; her daughter, Martha; her sister Estelle Carter Steger Stoker; her husband, Kenneth; and her brother Aubrey Wilson Carter. She is survived by her daughter, Margaret Thompson Ransom Cochran; granddaughter Jennifer Ransom Rice and her husband, Chuck; grandson Travis Ransom and wife Emily; and great-grandson Jay Coyt Ransom. Services were held at 3 p.m. on Thursday, Sept. 13, at a First Baptist Church in Atlanta, with the Rev. Joe W. Srygley by officiating. The Rev. Wes Chambers of First Baptist Church in Atlanta also presided, along with longtime family friend, the Rev. Bob Logan. Internment followed at Queen City Cemetery. Memorials may be made to First Baptist Church of Atlanta, the Juvenile Diabetes Fund or a charity of your choice. Hanner Funeral Services handled the arrangements. An on-line guestbook may be signed at www.ahnnerfuneralservices.com. (pd)

REV. RANDALL GEOFFRY HUNTER Nov. 23, 1947 – Sept. 7, 2007

Funeral services for the Rev. Randall Geoffry Hunter of Jefferson will be held Saturday, Sept. 15 at 11a.m. at the Jefferson Middle School. Community Mortuary in Atlanta is handling the arrangements.

SAMMY GLASS May 14, 1984 Sept. 9, 2007

Funeral services for Sammy Glass, 23, of Queen City, were held at 2 p.m. at First Baptist Church in Queen City on Wednesday, Sept. 12 with the Rev. Gene Parker and the Rev. Mike Lovely officiating. Interment was at the Queen City Cemetery. Mr. Glass was born May 14, 1984 in Atlanta and he died Sept. 9, 2007 in Texarkana. Mr. Glass was a member of the Family Life Church in Little Rock, Ark. He worked for Nabors Drilling in Longview. Sammy was a member of the 2002 graduating class of Queen City High School where he lettered in the band as well as football. He was a racing enthusiast and even owned his own car. He was preceded in death by his paternal grandparents, C.A. “Shorty” and Cleo Glass. Survivors include his parents, Smitty and Alma Glass of Queen City; his maternal grandparents, Dan and Loraine Hicks of Lodi; two brothers, Roger Glass of Fort Worth, David and Jennifer Glass of Texarkana; three sisters, Loraine Glass Martinez and her husband Gabriel, Angie Glass Eaves and her husband Bruce of Taylor, Ark., Teresa Glass Miller of Queen City; three nieces, Cady Milam, Jennie Miller, and Baby Glass. Hanner Funeral Services handled the arrangements and an online guestbook may be signed at www.ahnnerfuneralservices.com.. (pd.)

BARBARA LUCAS Dec. 11, 1924— Sept. 9, 2007

A private memorial service for Barbara Lucas, 82, of Atlanta will be held at a later date. Hanner Funeral Service in Atlanta will be handling the arrangements.

IRENE MITCHELL SCHOTT Aug. 28, 1982 — Sept. 7, 2007

Funeral services for Irene Mitchell Schott, 25, of Point Comfort, were held at 10 a.m. on Wednesday, Sept. 12 at Walnut Hill Baptist Church in Caddo Parrish, La. Hanner Funeral Service in Atlanta handled the arrangements.

FLOYD SCREWS Sept. 5, 1928 — Sept. 9, 2007

Funeral services for Floyd Screws, 79, of Hughes Springs were held at 2 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 13 at First Baptist Church in Hughes Springs. Reeder-Davis Funeral Home handled the arrangements.