Obituaries

Trudy Fay Palmer

Trudy Fay Palmer

May 5, 2026

Trudy Fay Palmer was born on May 25, 1942, in Gilmer, Texas and passed away on May 5, 2026, in Longview, Texas. Trudy lived a life marked by dedication and service, having worked as a licensed vocational nurse (LVN) before retiring.

Trudy was known for her strong Baptist faith, which was an important part of her life and character. She found...

William Snow Murchison

William Snow Murchison

May 4, 2026

William “Willie” Snow Murchison, 56, of Gladewater, passed away unexpectedly at his home on May 4, 2026. Born on August 8, 1969, Willie was the son of Bruce “Curly” Murchison and Emma Catherine Murchison.

Willie was widely known as one of the finest pump jack mechanists around and took great pride in his work. Outside of work, he found his greatest...

Katherine Elaine Murray

Katherine Elaine Murray

May 4, 2026

Kathy Murray, age 70, of Gladewater passed away peacefully in the hospital on Sunday, May 4, 2026.

Kathy was born in Wills Point, Tx. on April 29, 1956. She lived there for a couple of years before moving to Nacogdoches, Texas. She moved to other cities before settling in Gladewater. Kathy graduated from Union Grove High School in May of 1975.

Kathy...

Stormy Elizabeth Fishburn

Stormy Elizabeth Fishburn

May 2, 2026

Stormy Elizabeth Fishburn, born on July 22, 2002, in Longview, Texas, passed away on May 2, 2026, in Tyler, Texas. Our pretty little angel has gone home to be with our Lord and Savior, leaving behind a legacy of love, creativity, and unforgettable warmth.

Stormy was a gentle, kind, and deeply loving soul whose light touched more lives than words can...

Paula Jo Williams

Paula Jo Williams

May 2, 2026

A Celebration of Life for Paula Jo Alderson-Williams, 75, of Gilmer, will be held at 1:00 pm, Saturday, May 9, 2026, at Frontier Cowboy Church in Gilmer Texas. The family will receive friends at 12:00 pm, prior to the service.

Paula was born on October 30, 1950, in Gladewater Texas, to Dove and Effie Alderson and passed from this life on...

Anthony Wayne Palmer

Anthony Wayne Palmer

Apr 27, 2026

Anthony Wayne Palmer, born on November 17, 1965, in Longview, Texas and passed away on April 27, 2026, in Longview, Texas. He was a skilled brick mason who ran his own business, dedicating much of his life to his craft.

Anthony will be remembered by his loving family. He is survived by his mother, Trudy Palmer, who joined him in rest...

Linda Claudette Childs

Linda Claudette Childs

Apr 27, 2026

Linda Claudette Cox Childs was born on January 24, 1940, and passed into her eternal home on April 27, 2026. She was one of seven children born to A.H. and Dolly Cox in Carthage, Texas.

Linda was a florist for many years and had a love of flowers but also the outdoors.  She was a member of the Simmons Hill Baptist...

Deborah Ann Shepherd

Deborah Ann Shepherd

Apr 27, 2026

Deborah Ann Shepherd, 72, of Gilmer, Texas passed away on April 27, 2026. Deborah was born on May 19, 1953, in Dallas, Texas to Leon J. Wilson and Annie Pearl Barker.

Deborah spent many years as a secretary for the state of Texas Child Protective Services (CPS), where she worked for 32 years before retiring. Her commitment to her job and...

Johnnie Lee Ault

Johnnie Lee Ault

Apr 25, 2026

Johnnie Lee Ault was born on April 29, 1933, in Beckville, Texas, and passed away on April 25, 2026, in Gladewater, Texas. She lived a life filled with remarkable adventures and accomplishments.

On June 22, 1956, she married Bryan Ault, embarking on a partnership filled with shared devotion and service. Their bond paved the way for a life rich in adventure...

Earl Franklin Rucker Jr.

Earl Franklin Rucker Jr.

Apr 25, 2026

Written by Earl Rucker, Jr. about his family history:

Born Earl Franklin Rucker, Jr. September 30, 1941 in Mineola, Texas, on North Pacific Street. Our rent house was across the street from the post office and one block from the Piggly Wiggly grocery store and the movie theatre, which cost .09 cents to watch a western on Saturday. We were also...

Patsy Laverne (Horton) Morgan

Patsy Laverne (Horton) Morgan

Apr 25, 2026

Patsy Laverne (Horton) Morgan, 84, of Big Sandy, TX passed away on April 25,2026, leaving a void her family cannot fill. Born on September 3, 1941, in Alma, Oklahoma. She was the daughter of Albert and Mary Horton. She met Henry Morgan, and they were married for almost 50 years, building a life centered on love and family. 

Patsy was a...

Mack C. McClain

Mack C. McClain

Apr 25, 2026

Mack C. McClain was called home by his Lord and Savior on April 25, 2026.

Mack was born on December 10, 1936, to T.L. McClain and Myrtie Lee Willie McClain. Mack was raised in Spurger, Texas where he graduated from Spurger High in 1955.

Soon after graduation he went to work in the oil field. He married his bride of 64 years,...

Amanda Nicole Geers

Amanda Nicole Geers

Apr 24, 2026

Amanda Nicole Geers was born on May 6, 1976, in Longview, Texas and passed away on April 24, 2026, in Tyler, Texas. 

She lived her life to the fullest and was known for her warm and caring nature. Amanda dedicated herself as a homemaker, creating a loving and welcoming home for those around her. Amanda will be remembered for her spirit...

Clifford Dale Shablom, Sr.

Clifford Dale Shablom, Sr.

Apr 22, 2026

Clifford Dale Shablom, Sr. was born on June 13, 1963, in Tioga County, Pennsylvania and passed away on Aprill 22, 2026.

Clifford lived a life dedicated to guiding and supporting those around him, especially throughout his honorable career with the military. He worked as a counselor for the United States Army, using his skills and caring nature to support others. He...

Jeannene Outhouse Meinecke

Jeannene Outhouse Meinecke

Apr 22, 2026

Jeannene Outhouse Meinecke was born on November 30, 1936, to Edgar Lewis Outhouse and Maybelle Garrison Outhouse. She passed away on April 22, 2026, in Pasadena, Texas.

Jeannene lived a long life and quietly touched the lives of those around her. She will be remembered for who she was and the moments she shared.

A graveside service will be Sunday, April 26,...

Ronnie Lamar Mason

Ronnie Lamar Mason

Apr 21, 2026

Ronnie Lamar Mason was born on January 25, 1951, in Lubbock, Texas and passed away on April 21, 2026, in Tyler, Texas.

Ronnie married Linda Walker on October 15, 1972. Together, they shared many years and memories.

As the representative of Derksen Portable Buildings, Ronnie demonstrated a remarkable commitment to his craft and his customers, building a legacy of quality and service...

Albertha P Stegman

Albertha P Stegman

Apr 19, 2026

Albertha “Bert” Stegman passed away on April 19, 2026, in Gladewater, Texas, surrounded by her loving family.

She was born on December 1, 1950, in Hays, Kansas, to Louis F. and Mary Kreutzer. On October 5, 1968, she married the love of her life, Stanley “Joe” Stegman, in Ellis, Kansas. Together, they built a life centered on family, faith, and simple...

Bryan Cameron Kelly

Bryan Cameron Kelly

Apr 17, 2026

Bryan Cameron Kelly, 64, of Tyler, Texas, passed away on April 17, 2026. He was born on May 8, 1961, in Gladewater, Texas, to Max and Monnie Kelly.

Bryan spent his life working in the food industry and was known for his larger-than-life sense of humor. He loved his family deeply and found joy in telling jokes, cooking and baking, serving...

Jeffery Wayne Lynn

Jeffery Wayne Lynn

Apr 16, 2026

Jeffery Wayne Lynn, age 63, passed away on April 16, 2026. He was born on June 10, 1962, in Gladewater, Texas. 

Jeffery was a hardworking, kind, and friendly man who left a lasting impression on everyone who knew him. He dedicated 38 years of service as an operator at Eastman Chemical, where he was also a proud member of the Eastman...

Rollin Rudolph Hudson

Rollin Rudolph Hudson

Apr 15, 2026

Rollin Rudolph Hudson was born on January 27, 1946, in Elsworth, WI and passed away on April 15, 2026, in Kilgore, Texas.

Rollin proudly served his country in the United States Army, holding the rank of Specialist 4 (E4) in the 36th Signal Battalion. His time in the military was a significant part of who he was and something he carried...