Obituaries
John L. Phillips
Jun 17, 2023
John L. Phillips, formerly of Longview, TX, went to be with the Lord on June 17th in Lubbock, TX. He was born July 1, 1958, in Dallas, TX to Martha Phillips and Gene Kendrick (Ken) Phillips.
John graduated from Longview High School in 1976. He was a proud member of the Longview High School Band and F.F.A. From there he went to Kilgore Jr. College and was a member of the Ranger Band. He received...
Lillian LaFern Mitchell Arterburn
Jun 15, 2023
Lillian LaFern Mitchell Arterburn of Justin, Texas passed away on June 15, 2023 surrounded by her family. She was born on August 13, 1930, in Gladewater, Texas to William Huel “Bill” Mitchell and Emma (Vice) Mitchell. Lillian was a graduate of Gladewater High School in 1948.
In 1949, she moved to St. Louis, Missouri where she worked as an...
Carolyn Bolin Malcolm
Jun 13, 2023
Carolyn Bolin Malcolm, 77, passed from this life on June 13, 2023, in Longview, Texas.Carolyn was born May 5, 1946, in Brownfield, Texas, to Ervin H. and Zelma Louise Bolin. She worked as a teachers assistant for many years. She married Oscar D. Malcolm, Jr., and was a loving wife and family member.Cremation services are under the direction of...
Joann Smith
Jun 13, 2023
On Tuesday, June 13,2023, Joann “Mama J” Smith was called to her eternal home at the age of 78. Joann was born August 23rd,1944 in Dandridge, Tennessee but grew up in Knoxville, Tennessee.
Joann worked as a lithographic stripper from 1965-1993 before moving to Gilmer, Texas.
She was an active member of Glade Creek Baptist Church in...
Mary Louise Tatro
Jun 13, 2023
Mary Louise Tatro, 89, of Spring, Texas passed away on June 13, 2023. Mary was born on November 14, 1933, in Dallas, Texas.
Mary was one of a kind. She was a diehard Gilmer Buckeyes fan and loved the town of Gilmer, Texas. Mary adored her family as well as her pets. She liked to fish and watch cardinals as...
Kaizyn Kash Flament
Jun 12, 2023
Kaizyn’s highly anticipated arrival came on February 23, 2023, and he went on his final Earthly bear hunt on June 12, 2023. Kaizyn came into the world with a head completely full of dark, curly hair and more fight in him than 12 men combined. Everyone would agree that Kaizyn was something special. With his head full of hair, sweet...
James Roy Franklin Hall
Jun 8, 2023
James Roy Franklin Hall, age 79, of Diana passed away on June 8, 2023, in Longview. He was born on July 20, 1943, in Louisiana to Noel Hall and Myrtle Overton.
James was a US Army veteran having served two tours in Vietnam and 20 in the Army. Then he served another five years in the Army-Navy Reserves. He was...
Clifton Van Wills
Jun 8, 2023
Clifton Van Wills, 41, of Ore City, Texas passed away on June 8, 2023 in Gilmer, Texas. Clifton was born on October 21, 1981 to James and Kathryn Wills in Longview, Texas.
Clifton loved spending time with his family and friends. Always bringing a smile to anyone who got to enjoy his company. Fishing was Clifton’s passion. When not spending...
Richard Kent Fry
Jun 7, 2023
Richard Kent Fry, age 82, passed away on June 7, 2023. He was born on August 15, 1940, in Marlin, TX, to the late William and Earlene Fry.
Richard was a devoted husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather. He was a kind and generous man who touched the lives of many. He will be remembered for his unwavering love and support...
Carroll Allen Rosenberger
Jun 7, 2023
Carroll Allen Rosenberger age 94 of Big Sandy passed away on June 7th, 2023, of natural causes.
Carroll, or as known to some Rosie or Sonny was born on May 29th, 1929 to Symon and Julia Rosenberger in Baltimore, MD.
He was in the Air Force for many years. He served in Germany from 1957 to1959. He was a...
Jaykob Arron Dodd
Jun 3, 2023
Jaykob Arron Dodd, 16 of Hawkins, TX passed away on June 3, 2023. He was born on July 10, 2006, in Longview, Texas to Brandon Dodd and Jamie Creswell. Jaykob was an accomplished artist and was recently notified that he has won a national gold medal at the Scholastic Art and Writing Award, which is the largest and most...
Peggy Arnold
Jun 1, 2023
Peggy Arnold, 80, passed away peacefully and went home to her Lord on June 1, 2023, Burkburnett, Texas.Peggy was born September 3, 1942, in Gilmer to Milton and Mary Montgomery. She married Johnny Arnold, and was a housewife and a member of Cherokee Baptist Church.Cremation services are under the direction of Croley Funeral Home in Gilmer with memorial services...
Donald Ray Mitchell
May 31, 2023
“You are reading in the newspaper that I am dead. Do not believe a word of it, for I am more alive than ever before.” This quote is borrowed from evangelist D. L. Moody so you also can rejoice in the good news of Donnie going home to Jesus, his Lord and Savior!!
Donald Ray Mitchell, 78, of Longview, Texas,...
Juanita Mildred Whitlock
May 31, 2023
Juanita Mildred Whitlock, 83, of Big Sandy, TX, passed away peacefully on May 31, 2023, in Tyler, Texas. She was born on December 27, 1939, in La Pryor, TX to the late Harvey and Maggie (Mayfield) Greer.
Juanita enjoyed being a stay-at-home mom for her children. Her past-times included painting, sewing, working on crossword puzzles and singing. Juanita spent many...
Anna Louise Glenn
May 29, 2023
Anna Louise “Fritzy” Glenn was born May 21, 1926, in Groesbeck, TX to Clayton and Flora Bell Hickey. She passed from this life, at age 97, on May 29, 2023 in San Antonio, TX.
As a child, her and her family moved from Groesbeck, TX to Gladewater, TX . Fritzy and her family were founding members of the First Christian...
Lewis "Dean" Wheeler
May 29, 2023
Lewis "Dean" Wheeler, a beloved father, passed away on May 29, 2023 in Longview, TX. He was born on September 5, 1953 in Shreveport, LA to Clarence Byron Wheeler and Naomi Dean Wheeler.
Dean is survived by his son James Matthew "Matt" Wheeler and wife Deanna of Rockwall and daughter Lauren Melissa Cavanaugh of Atlanta. He was blessed with...
Linda Kay Orms
May 29, 2023
Linda Kay Orms, 80 of White Oak, TX passed away on May 29, 2023. She was born on May 26, 1943 in Kilgore, TX to D.B. and Frances Allen Harris.Linda lived a full life and had many passions. She loved playing games and was especially fond of Mah Jongg. Linda was an active member of the community and enjoyed...
Jane D. Spivey
May 28, 2023
Jane Spivey, 78, passed away after a battle with an illness on May 28, 2023 in Longview, Texas. Jane was born in Fisher County Texas on August 30, 1944 to Martin and Bessie George Decker.
Jane blessed the hearts and lives of countless family and friends. She was known as “Mama Jane” to many. Her ready smile, humor, and laughter...
William "Billy" Robert Walker
May 27, 2023
Billy Walker, 49, of Gilmer, passed away peacefully on Saturday, May 27, 2023. A visitation will be held on Thursday, June 1, 2023, from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM at Croley Funeral Home in Gilmer.
William Robert "Billy" Walker was born on September 2, 1973, in Milton, Florida. After graduation, Billy worked as a truck driver and other jobs....
Barbara Lois Barros
May 23, 2023
Barbara Lois Barros, 76, passed from this life to go home on May 23, 2023 in Gilmer.
Barbara was born April 30, 1937, in Forney, Texas, to Andrew J. and Lois Evelyn Ballard. Barbara will truly be missed by her family and friends.
Private arrangements are under the direction of Croley Funeral Home in Gilmer.
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