Obituaries
LoIda Harriet Burke
Feb 15, 2024
LoIda Harriet Palmer Burke went to be with the Lord on February 15, 2024 surrounded by the love of her family in Diana, Texas.
She was born at home in Poughkeepsie, New York on November 2, 1917 to Horace Palmer, Jr and Harriet Louise Pearce Palmer. After graduating from high school, she left to attended the Genesee Hospital Nursing School on...
Steve Wallace Doerfler
Feb 14, 2024
Funeral service for Steve Wallace Doerfler, 79, of Gilmer, Texas, will be 5:00 p.m., Saturday, February 17, 2024 at Croley Funeral Home in Gilmer Texas with a visitation an hour prior. Steve was born in Hugo, Oklahoma, he was the oldest of 17 children.
Mr. Doerfler passed away Wednesday, February 14, 2024, in Tarrant County. Steve was a wonderful husband and...
Ivey Kathryn Hendricks
Feb 13, 2024
In Loving Memory of
Ivey Kathryn Hendricks
October 25, 2023 - February 13, 2024
A radiant soul, a gentle spirit, and a shining light, Ivey Kathryn Hendricks gracefully danced through this world, leaving an indelible mark on the lives she touched. With a heavy heart, we announce that Ivey passed away on February 13, 2024, surrounded by her loving family, in Longview, TX....
Glenna Gulley Harper
Feb 11, 2024
Glenna Gulley Harper, age 90, former longtime Gladewater resident, passed away on February 11, 2024, in Longview after a long illness. Glenna was born on April 10, 1933, in Wellington, Texas to Harrison Harmon and Ruby Gulley.
Glenna, affectionately known as Memaw, was known for her sense of humor and her living life to the fullest. She ‘kept the roads hot’...
Wesley Ross Pendley
Feb 11, 2024
Wesley Ross Pendley, born in Houston, TX on June 13, 1955, passed away suddenly on February 11, 2024, at the age of 68. He was preceded in death by his parents Raymond "Hal" Pendley and Mary Ellen Hansen Pendley. Wesley, known affectionately as Wes, was the eldest sibling of two sisters, Donna Lynne and Lynda Pendley.
Wesley leaves behind a legacy...
Ernestine W. Sawyer
Feb 8, 2024
Ernestine Wilson Sawyer, 101, passed away peacefully on February 8, 2024, with her loving children by her side.
Born on January 18. 1923 in Oil City Louisiana to Jeff and Eloise Wilson. Her sisters Betty and Eleanor were born into the family years later.
The Great East Texas Oil Boom brought her family to Gladewater. Here was where her love for the...
John Wesley Williams
Feb 8, 2024
Mr. John Wesley Williams, age 80, of Gilmer, passed away on Thursday, February 8, 2024 in Gilmer, at home surrounded by his family. John was born in Gilmer on July 17, 1943 to the late Robert and Johnnie Mae (Parker) Williams. He attended school in Texas City and then married the late Joyce Williams in 1964, the day before he...
Karen Casey Nobles
Feb 8, 2024
Karen Casey Nobles, 76, of Gilmer passed away on February 8, 2024. She was born on November 5, 1947, in Henderson, TX to M.E. Casey and Ludie Casey. Karen married her childhood sweetheart, Lynn E. Nobles on November 17, 1965, and they enjoyed 50 years together, prior to Lynn’s passing.
Karen loved being able to take care of her family,...
Robert Roland Johnson
Feb 6, 2024
Robert Roland Johnson was born on November 18, 1941, in Gilmer, TX to the late Roland Lee Johnson and Ovie Elizabeth (Rutledge) Johnson. He passed away on February 6, 2024 in Wichita Falls, TX.
He graduated from Monahan’s High School. Robert joined the U.S. Navy from 1963-1969 and was stationed in Hawaii and Alaska. Robert married his one and only true...
Robert "Bob" Haley
Feb 5, 2024
Robert "Bob" Haley, passed away on February 5, 2024, in Gilmer, Texas. He was born in Manchester, New Hampshire on February 4, 1960, to Thomas and Marianne (Ansaldo) Haley.
Bob enlisted in the Airforce before starting his career at a young age, where he proudly served his country. Bob led a fulfilling life as a carpenter and volunteer firefighter at a local...
Billy Hope Thompson
Feb 4, 2024
This young farm boy from East Texas was born April 17, 1931 in Gilmer Texas to Martin Henry and Lillian Carroll Thompson. He grew up working hard on the family farm, After graduating from Harmony High School, he watched as some of his friends and relatives went off to fight in the Korean War. So one day while in Tyler...
Ruthie Hardin
Feb 2, 2024
Ruthie Hardin, a beloved member of the Kilgore community, passed away peacefully on February 2, 2024, at the age of 68. Born on August 2, 1955, in Kilgore, TX, Ruthie touched the lives of all who had the privilege of knowing her. She leaves behind a lasting legacy as a devoted wife, nurturing mother, cherished grandmother, and a dear friend...
Robbie Jay Evans
Feb 1, 2024
Robbie Jay Evans, 82, of Gladewater, Texas passed away on February 1, 2024. Robbie was born on January 9, 1942 in Mansfield, LA.
Robbie was a member of the North Loop Church Of Christ in Gladewater, Texas. He proudly served in the National Guard. Robbie retired from Texas Utilities after 35 years. He loved horses, spending time outdoors, square dancing and...
James Scott Johnston
Jan 28, 2024
James S. Johnston age 78 of Gladewater, Texas passed from this life in the early morning hours of January 28, 2024 with his wife Penny Jo, friend Lori Beth, and friend Jerry 'Cuz' Wilson by his side. He fought a good fight. He passed from service related conditions. James served proudly in the Army during Vietnam era. He served in...
Rita Jean Wood
Jan 27, 2024
Rita Jean Wood, age 69, former longtime Gladewater resident, passed away peacefully in her Longview, Texas home on January 27, 2024. Rita was born in Tyler, Texas to Fred and Patsy Houston on June 2, 1954.
Rita had been a Gladewater resident since 1956 and graduated from Gladewater High School in 1973. Over many years, Rita enjoyed participating in the Special...
Mary Joann Bennett
Jan 27, 2024
Mary "Joann" Bennett (Graves), 78, of Hawkins, Texas, passed away on January 27, 2024. Joann was born on December 1, 1945, in Waynesville, Missouri, to the late Louis and Freeda Graves.
Joann was a very loving and family-oriented woman of faith. She was a dedicated member of Holly Brook Baptist Church, where she found solace and strength in her religious beliefs.
Throughout...
Clara J Manuel
Jan 25, 2024
Clara J. Manuel, age 81, of Gladewater, passed away on January 25, 2024, in Longview. Clara was born on December 10, 1942, in Lock Haven, Pennsylvania to Arnold and Florence Styers. In her spare time, she loved to read, go to the casino, and spend time with her family.
Clara was preceded in death by her parents, three brothers; James, Scott,...
Kenneth Ray Shelton
Jan 24, 2024
Kenneth Ray Shelton, 85, of Longview, Tx earned his wings and soared ever higher to heaven to meet the Lord on January, 24, 2024.
Kenneth was born to James Herman and Lula Mae Shelton of Coalgate, OK on February 11, 1938. He graduated from Olney High School in Oklahoma in 1953 and immediately went into the workforce. "Kenny" joined the U.S....
Effie Wade Boyd
Jan 24, 2024
Funeral service for Effie Wade Boyd, 84, of Tomball, TX will be held 11 A.M., Monday, January 29, 2024, at Croley Funeral Home in Gilmer with Pastor Bruce McCaffety officiating.
Ms. Boyd passed away on January 24, 2024, in Tomball. She was born on December 17, 1939, in Gilmer, Texas to J. T. and Lucille Wade. Her early years were spent in Galveston TX during that time she attended the School for the Blind in Austin...
Harvey Walker
Jan 23, 2024
Harvey L. Walker, 90, of Leander, Texas passed away unexpectedly at his home in Leander, Texas, on January 23, 2024. Harvey was born in Littlefield, Texas, on October 6, 1933. He is survived by his wife of 58 years, Martha, and two sons, Terry Walker and Justin Paul, (J. P.), one granddaughter, Tiffany Mulkey, and a number of great and...
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