Obituaries
Bonnie Ruth Gage
Aug 23, 2024
Bonnie Ruth (Stegall) Gage, a lifelong resident of Upshur County, passed away peacefully on August 23, 2024, at the age of 98, in Gilmer, Texas. Bonnie was born on March 10, 1926, to William Harvey Stegall and Iva Myrtie (Creamer) Stegall in Big Sandy, Texas.
For many years, Bonnie owned her own beauty shop, where she not only showcased her skills...
Janice Earline Vines
Aug 22, 2024
Janice Earline Vines, 81, of Diana, TX went to be with our Lord and Savior on August 22, 2024, at home with her family by her side. She was born on November 21, 1942, in Corpus Christi, TX to Johnny Dwight and Essie Mae (Meador) Martin.
She was a devoted wife, mother, aunt, grandmother and great grandmother. Janice treasured her family...
John Franklin Phillips Jr.
Aug 21, 2024
It is with a sad heart that we announce the passing of our beloved brother, John Franklin Phillips, Jr., on the evening of August 21, 2024.
John was born on March 4, 1936, the second child of eight born to John F (Frank) and Mary Mackey Phillips, Gladewater, Texas. He graduated Gladewater High School in 1954 and attended Kilgore College before...
Tamara Sherrell Baird
Aug 20, 2024
We are deeply saddened to announce the passing of our beloved Tamara Sherrell Baird, who was born on April 22, 2002, in Kilgore, Texas. She left this world on August 20, 2024, leaving behind her daughter, Fallen Baird, mother Carolyn Baird and her siblings; Clifford & Sissie Bible, Lee & Kandie Baird, Bobby Baird, Maleisha Ramirez, Kristina Hancock, Kayla Baird,...
Helene Kaczowka
Aug 20, 2024
Helene Kaczowka, 95, was called home to our Lord on August 10, 2024. She was born in Springfield, Massachusetts on June 17, 1929, beloved daughter of Hermengilde and Leda Labrecque. Helene spent most of her life as a homemaker in Massachusetts while raising her children before moving to Texas.She was preceded in death by her parents; her brother, Lucien; her...
Charles "Chuck" Randal Low
Aug 16, 2024
Charles “Chuck” Randal Low, the second of three children of Charlotte Gardner Low and Marlin Low, was born in Dallas, TX, on June 23, 1950. He passed away peacefully, surrounded by his family, on August 16, 2024.
Charles graduated from high school in 1968, enlisted in the Air Force in 1969, and married Linda Campbell in 1970. He was deployed to...
John Thomas McKeehan
Aug 16, 2024
John Thomas McKeehan, 77, of Diana, returned to be with his Lord and Savior on Friday, August 16, 2024, while participating in one of his favorite pastimes – fishing on the lake. He was born on October 1, 1946, in Port Smith, Virginia to the late James E. McKeehan and Margaret (Lawrence) McKeehan. John married Audrey Broadus in 1968 and...
Kenneth Fielden
Aug 16, 2024
Kenneth Rochelle Fielden, the first son of Mildred Cox Fielden and Curtis Fielden was born in Gilmer, Tx on December 20, 1937, and lived a life full of love, laughter and adventure before passing away peacefully in his home surrounded by his family on August 16, 2024.
With a heart full of joy, Ken cherished every moment spent with his family,...
Jimmie Ray Warren
Aug 15, 2024
Friends and loved ones, join us in celebrating the vibrant life of Jimmie Ray Warren, born on December 30, 1996 in Gladewater, Texas. Embracing every moment with a spirit of adventure, Jimmie relished his time in the mountains of Oregon, under the vast skies. He was a free-spirited soul, finding joy in the outdoors and skydiving, always seeking new thrills.
Known...
Jerry Leftwich
Aug 15, 2024
Jerry Bob Leftwich, a cherished resident of Diana, Texas, passed away on August 15, 2024, at the age of 83. Jerry was born on May 2, 1941, in Hughes Springs, Texas to James Riley and Delia (Nelson) Leftwich.
Throughout his life, Jerry devoted himself to his career as a builder in construction leaving behind a legacy of strength and craftsmanship that...
Marvin Merle Slater
Aug 15, 2024
Marvin Merle Slater, born on October 9, 1939 in Allen Park, Michigan, to loving parents Leonard and Mary Slater. He lived a life filled with passion and adventure, embracing every moment with a smile on his face. An exuberant individual, he found joy in disco dancing during his younger days, and his spirit truly soared when he took to the...
Ellis Wayne Stewart
Aug 12, 2024
It is with heavy hearts and cherished memories that we announce the death of Ellis Wayne Stewart, August 12, 2024, in Gladewater, Texas. Known to many as a loving husband, father, grandfather, and friend, Ellis was born on July 17, 1931, in Forgan, Oklahoma, to Claude and Ila Mae Stewart. Shortly thereafter, the family moved to Marshfield, Missouri.Following a brief...
Florence Ann Pope
Aug 8, 2024
Florence “Ann” Pope 78 was born in Gladewater, Texas on July 23, 1946, to Charles Wayne, Sr. and Mae Pope. Ann passed away on Thursday, August 8, 2024.
Ann grew up in Pritchett, Texas with her two brothers, Charles "Wayne" and Nathan "Tim." She graduated from Union Grove ISD in 1964. Ann was a lifetime member of the Pritchett Church of...
Charlcie Lyle
Aug 6, 2024
Charlcie Ellen Lyle, born on October 30, 1945, in Melissa, Texas, passed away on August 6, 2024 in Gladewater, Texas. She was a homemaker who poured her heart into loving her family. Charlcie is survived by her daughter Mary Jones and her son John Lyle and spouse Mary; daughter-in-law, Christie Lyle. She is also mourned by her grandchildren, Cody Nelson,...
Jo Beth Smith
Aug 6, 2024
Jo Beth Smith, passed away on August 6, 2024, in Longview, Texas. She was born on February 10, 1935, in Abilene, Texas.
Jo lived a life filled with compassion, kindness, and a deep devotion to her loved ones. Her talents as a seamstress were not only evident in the beautiful creations she made but also in the intricate threads of love...
Joshua Issaih Defoe
Aug 5, 2024
Joshua Isaiah Defoe, age 37, passed away August 5, 2024, at 9:30 A.M. in Imperial County, CA. Joshua was tragically involved in a motorcycle accident on I-8 West, just outside of El Centro, while traveling home to Ramona, CA. Despite the valiant efforts of his wife, Aleisha, and others who rushed to help, Joshua did not survive the accident. He...
Joyce Lucille Kelley Renfro
Aug 3, 2024
Joyce was born in Lufkin, Texas on May 17, 1940 to the late Robert Lee Kelley and Nettie Victoria Thompson Kelley. Joyce went to be with the Lord on August 3, 2024. She was a member of the Lighthouse Church. She lived a simple life; loving her family, music and most of all GOD!
One of her grandchildren wrote, “This is...
Linda Kay Bernard
Aug 2, 2024
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Linda Kay Bernard. Linda, born on August 20, 1944 in Dallas, Texas, was a devoted wife to her late husband Bobby Bernard and a loving mother.
She cherished her family above all else and leaves behind a legacy of love and kindness. Linda is survived by her children; Julie Reed...
Jane Stacy Eubanks
Aug 1, 2024
Jane Stacy Eubanks of Diana, Texas, passed away peacefully on August 1, 2024, after a long and fulfilling life. Born on September 11, 1943, in Checotah, Oklahoma, she moved with her family to Texas in the summer of 1957. Jane spent the remainder of her life in Texas, where she married and raised her children.
She was preceded in death by...
Scarlet May Lamm
Jul 31, 2024
Our beloved Scarlet May Lamm, precious baby girl born on July 24, 2024 at 4:12 in the afternoon in Longview, Texas, has peacefully journeyed to heaven on July 31, 2024.
Scarlet's dearest family enveloped her in boundless love during her time on earth. She was the cherished daughter of Tyler and Megan Lamm of Gilmer; sister of Clair Lamm; granddaughter of...