Obituaries
Chester Lee Martin, Jr.
Jun 19, 2024
Chester Lee Martin, Jr.
Chester's earthly body will suffer no more pain. On Wednesday, June 19, 2024 our Precious Lord took Chester's hand and lead him home.
Chester was born August 7, 1943, in Gilmer, Texas, to Chester Lee and Addie Zell Butler Martin. He was a life time resident of Diana, Texas, a Baptist, having been saved at the early age...
Robert George Muckleroy
Jun 18, 2024
Robert George Muckleroy was born 11 Sep, 1971, at Good Shepherd Hospital in Longview, Gregg County, Texas. He was the 7th child born to Charles Edward Muckleroy and Mary Ellen Lyman. He passed from this life on Tuesday, 18 Jun, 2024, at Baylor Medical Center in Dallas, Dallas County, Texas, after a brief but valiant battle with cancer.
He was the...
Joan Carolyn Crenwelge
Jun 17, 2024
Joan Carolyn Crenwelge, nee Sanders passed away peacefully Monday, June 17, 2024, at the age of 90. Her long life was full of family including four children, nine grandchildren and twelve great grandchildren. Born in the tiny Texas town of Hawkins in 1933 to Ray and Devorah Sanders, she loved to tell stories about her happy childhood and how she...
Teresa Sue Wright
Jun 17, 2024
Teresa Sue Wright, born on March 15, 1967, in Longview, Texas to Monnie and Daisy Hall, is set to be laid to rest on June 20, 2024. Teresa was a woman of great strength and kindness, always willing to lend a helping hand to those in need. Her caring nature extended to her family, whom she loved and protected fiercely.
A...
Marvin Erastus Hartley Jr.
Jun 16, 2024
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Marvin “Sonny” Erastus Hartley Jr., on June 16, 2024, just short of his 85th birthday. Marvin was born to Marvin Erastus Hartley, Sr. and Myrtle Mae Lee Hartley on June 22, 1939, in Big Sandy, Texas. Marvin graduated Gladewater High School in 1956 and attended Kilgore College, before joining...
Virginia Belle Jones
Jun 16, 2024
Virginia Belle Jones was born on May 1, 1942, in Diana, Texas. She passed away on June 16, 2024, in Longview, Texas, at the age of 82.
Virginia was known for her kind heart, gentle spirit, and unwavering love for her family. Virginia will be fondly remembered and deeply missed by her loving family and friends. Virginia Belle Jones will be...
Richard Dale Parrish
Jun 15, 2024
Richard Dale Parrish was welcomed into this world December 15, 1954 in Gladewater, Texas. As a young child he showed great interest in music and education. His love for music, especially singing and playing the piano stated young and continued his whole life. He graduated from Gladewater High School in 1973 and went to college at Kilgore College and the...
Katelynn Shelby
Jun 14, 2024
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Katelynn Shelby, a beloved daughter, sister, family member, friend, and member of the community. Katelynn entered this world on March 21, 2005, and in her brief time with us, she left an indelible mark on those who were blessed to know her.
Known for her infectious laughter and unwavering spirit, Katelynn was a...
Margaret Annette Payne
Jun 14, 2024
Margaret Annette Payne passed away peacefully on June 14, 2024, in Tyler, Texas at the age of 85. Margaret was born on May 21,1939 in Kilgore, Texas to John William Allen and Dovie Lee Driver of Overton, Texas. Margaret is preceded in her earthly death by her mother, father, 5 sisters, and 2 brothers. Margaret was widowed three times and...
Elvin Kirkland
Jun 13, 2024
Elvin Kirkland was born in Poplarville, Mississippi on February 22, 1928 to Raymond and Cora Kirkland.Elvin served his country from September 29, 1950 to July 2, 1952; a Korean War Veteran with Company's 'D' and 'M' 15th Infantry Div. he served as a machine gunner.Honorably discharged from the Army as a Master Sergeant. After his completion of service to his...
Kenney Melcum Craft Jr.
Jun 13, 2024
Born on July 25, 1938, in Evans, LA, to Kenney Craft Sr. and Ethel Craft, Kenney Melcum Craft Jr lived a life full of adventure and joy. He made a living driving Peterbilt Dump Trucks but found true happiness in simpler pleasures like horseback riding on trail rides with his loved ones.
Kenney had a passion for jet boats and skiing,...
Esther Artemiza Coronel
Jun 9, 2024
Esther Artemiza Coronel, loving mother and devoted daughter, passed away on June 9, 2024, at the age of 47. Known for her strong will, confidence, and love for her family,
Esther, born in Bellflower, California, on July 20, 1976, found joy in the simple pleasures of life, from savoring a cold Coca-Cola to cheering on the Las Vegas Raiders. Her love...
Vilma Mary Ramaly
Jun 9, 2024
Vilma Mary Ramaly, stepped into heaven and met her Savior face to face, June 9, 2024, surrounded by her loving family. Her story began on March 3, 1932, in Bronx, New York. Due to the medical needs of a family member, the family moved to Miami, Florida. Her life changed through an invitation of a neighbor to attend a Christan...
Darrell Patman Newman Jr.
Jun 9, 2024
Our dear Darrell Patman Newman Jr., 61, passed away on June 9, 2024, in Union Grove, Texas. Darrell was born on January 4, 1963, in Titus County, Texas, to Darrell Newman Sr. and Elizabeth Ann Newman.Darrell was a hardworking truck driver who adored his family beyond measure, especially his grandchildren. With a great sense of humor and a willingness to...
Luna Jo-Marie Chavez
Jun 4, 2024
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Luna Chavez, who was born on June 4, 2024. Luna peacefully departed shortly after her birth on the same day. Luna is survived by her loving parents Jairo and Amy Chavez, who will forever cherish the brief time shared with their precious daughter.Though Luna's time with us was fleeting,...
Cody Allen Bradford
Jun 3, 2024
Our beloved Cody Allen Bradford, born and passed away on June 3, 2024, whilst your life may have been short, you will live on forever in the hearts of your loving parents, Hayleigh and Preston Bradford, your doting grandparents, Deborah and Ian Hancock and all your extended family.
Linda Carmell Hammond
Jun 3, 2024
Carmell Hammond passed away into the loving arms of Jesus on June 3, 2024, at the age of 75. Carmell was born in Gladewater, Texas on September 17, 1948.
She grew up in Gladewater, and she probably knew everyone from Gladewater High School classes from 1956-1967. And maybe even a few more from the ‘70s. She cheered and danced her way...
Emily Bishop
Jun 3, 2024
Emily Bishop, a beloved musician and cherished member of her community, passed away on June 3, 2024, at the age of 99. Born on December 27, 1924, in Waxahachie, Texas, Emily was the fourth child of Jake Cook and Georgia Cavender. She was preceded in death by her siblings Agnes, Lynn, Cotton, Texana, and Norma. She is survived by her...
D. B. Stanley
Jun 3, 2024
D. B. Stanley passed away on June 3, 2024, in Tyler, He was born on November 2, 1923 in Diana, Tx to Mittie Estelle (Spencer) and Grover Burton Stanley.D. B. Stanley served his country with honor in the U.S. Army during World War II, a time that shaped his character and instilled in him values of bravery and sacrifice. His...
Bonnie Ailene McPeek
Jun 3, 2024
Bonnie Ailene McPeek, beloved and cherished by her family, friends, and community, peacefully passed away on June, 3 2024, in Gilmer, Texas. Bonnie was born on February 23, 1928, in Munday, Texas, to Lee and Bessie Hollis. Bonnie led a life filled with love, kindness, and dedication.
Throughout her career at Marshall's Department Store and Bonnie’s Florist, Bonnie touched the lives of many with her...

