Obituaries
Geraldine Champion
Nov 25, 2023
Geraldine Champion passed away peacefully on November 25, 2023. She was born on July 3, 1939, in Jefferson, Texas to Travis and Nadine Breazeale. Geraldine was an exceptional individual who filled the lives of those around her with boundless love and warmth.
Throughout her life, Geraldine took great pleasure in the simple joys that family and home brought her. She...
Wayne Arnold
Nov 23, 2023
A Memorial Service will be held for Thomas Wayne Arnold at 11:00 a.m. on December 1, 2023, at the First Methodist Church in Gilmer, Texas. Wayne was born to Clayton and Winnie Arnold on July 19, 1935, in Upshur County, Texas, and passed away on November 23, 2023.
Wayne was a member of the 1953 graduating class of Gilmer High...
Loyd Marion Breshears
Nov 19, 2023
Loyd Marion Breshears, 85, of Gladewater, Texas passed away on November 19, 2023. Loyd was born on July 2, 1938 to Loyd Breshears and Fairy Weaver Breshears in Harper, Missouri.
Loyd was a hardworking and brave man. He served in the Airforce for 20 years before his retirement. Loyd even served as security for President Bush. After retirement he enjoyed...
Jane Avalyn Gage
Nov 18, 2023
Jane Payne Gage was born August 17, 1951, to Jarrett William and Margaret Barry Payne in Gilmer, Tx. She passed away November 18, 2023 with her daughter by her side.
She is survived by her daughter, Jodi; sister, Alice Blasingame; brothers-in-law, Guy Blasingame and Steve Smith; sister-in-law, Wanda Payne; numerous nieces, nephews, great nieces, and great nephews, including an extra...
Anna Mildred Koontz
Nov 18, 2023
Anna Mildred Koontz passed away Friday, November 18, 2023, in her sleep. She was born on June 17, 1935, in Jacksonville, Florida. She married James Koontz on July 17, 1953.
Anna was preceded in death by her daughter, Cheryl Koontz Grimes and a granddaughter, Misty Koontz.
She is survived by her husband James Koontz, her children; Debbie Koontz Marberry and...
Joyce Laquita Cummings
Nov 17, 2023
Joyce Laquita Cummings, 93 years old, was born August 30, 1930, in the Pine community of Camp County, Texas to John Hiller Pilgrim and Grace Dee Alexander Pilgrim.
She is survived by one sister, Elizabeth Bullard, daughter, Kim Healy, son, Tony Wilson, and wife Nina, all of Longview. Grandchildren include Darcie and Robert Lee, Kelsey Daniels, Emily and Chris Bowdoin,...
Carly Wimberley
Nov 16, 2023
"If you are reading this,.....I’m probably dead, …. if I may speak openly, that sucks.” Carly Fay Wimberley (Faulkner), born on September 10, 1993, peacefully passed away on November 16. 2023. She recently celebrated her 30th birthday with her characteristic enthusiasm for a good ‘last hurrah.’ Over the past 4 1/2 years, she fought every day, and now she has found...
Frank Albert Frazier Jr.
Nov 15, 2023
Frank Albert Frazier, Jr.
“If you’re reading in the newspaper that I am dead. Don’t believe a word of it, I am more alive than ever before.” I borrowed this quote from the great evangelist, D.L. Moody, because I couldn’t think of a better way to give such good news. I am now with my Savior Jesus. I am now...
Susan Irene Neely Harrison Monts
Nov 15, 2023
Susan Monts, 72, passed away on November 15, 2023, in Longview, Texas. She worked at Diagnostic Clinic of Longview, as an Administrative Assistant, for 18 years.
Susan touched so many people in the different aspects of her life by her kindness. She had the ability to care for everyone. She was truly loved by those who knew her. She...
Mitchell Rory Hokanson
Nov 11, 2023
Mitchell Rory Hokanson, beloved son, father, brother, and friend, passed away on November 11, 2023. He was born on November 24, 1995, in American Fork, Utah. Mitchell was known for his kind heart, radiant smile, and unwavering love for his family and friends.Mitchell leaves behind a legacy of love that will forever remain in the hearts of those who knew...
Charles Preston Bowen
Nov 10, 2023
Charles Preston (Scooter) Bowen 60 of Gilmer TX passed away on November 1st 2023.
He was born on September 23rd, 1963 to Winford E. Bowen and Lois Marie Watson Bowen in LongviewTX. He enjoyed fishing, hunting and gardening.
Those left to cherish his memory are: Girlfriend: AngieRamsey, Sisters: Patricia Williams (Morgan), Judy Williams (Lloyd). Brothers: Quintus Ray Williams(Cathy), Glenn...
Mrs. Johnnie Faye "Child" Blake
Nov 7, 2023
Johnnie Faye 'Child' Blake, 81, of Winona, Texas, peacefully departed from this world on November 7, 2023. She was born on August 11, 1942, in Bronson, Texas.
Mrs. Blake dedicated her life to serving the Lord Jesus as a minister of the gospel, leaving a lasting impact on those around her. In addition to her ministry, Johnnie Faye was a...
Kathy Delle Garner
Nov 7, 2023
Kathy Delle Jackson Garner, lovingly known as a devoted mother, cherished sister, and beloved granny, passed away on November 7, 2023, at the age of 69. She was born on May 23, 1954, to Virgil Jackson and Madelle Jackson in Dallas.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Virgil Jackson Jr. and Madelle Jackson, sister, Alane King, and brother,...
Elijah Alexander Auld
Nov 6, 2023
Elijah Alexander Auld, 20 years old from Gilmer, Tx went home to our Lord and Savior on Monday, November 6, 2023. He was a beloved son, brother, grandson, nephew, and friend. Elijah's life was filled with joy and enthusiasm which he shared with everyone around him.
As he departed from this world his persona will forever leave a mark on...
Kinzy Blane Jones
Nov 6, 2023
Kinzy Blane Jones, 21 of Gilmer passed away on November 6, 2023. He was born October 29, 2002.
Those left to cherish his memories are his mother; Camie Jones, parents; Keith and Jamie Davis, girlfriend; Jennifer Lopez, grandparents; Robert and Jamie Jones, Casey Jones, Tina Shields, great grandmother; Linda O'Hara, daughter; MaKinzy Jones, brothers; Kealin Dunn, Konly, Korrigan, Kamren, Dylan...
Paul Hollis Witt
Nov 5, 2023
Paul Hollis Witt was born on November 9, 1938 and died peacefully on Sunday, Nov 5, 2023, after a lengthy illness. He was 84 years old and from Gainesville, Texas. He is survived by his beloved wife of 63 years, Shirley Graves Witt. He was preceded in death by his father, Billy Witt, and his mother, Kate Witt; his brother,...
Deloris Arlene Hix
Nov 2, 2023
Deloris Arlene (Pettis) Hix, a devoted homemaker, passed away on November 2, 2023, just four days before her 93rd birthday. Deloris was born in Armstrong, Iowa on November 6, 1930, to her loving parents, Eloia Henry and Vera May Pettis. Throughout her life, she exemplified the qualities of hard work and dedication as a wife and mother.Deloris's journey in the workforce...
John Michael McWhorter Jr.
Nov 1, 2023
John Michael “Mikey” McWhorter Jr., age 41, formerly of Gladewater, passed away on November 1, 2023, in St. Paul, Minnesota. Mikey was born on July 18, 1982, to John McWhorter Sr. and Lynda Edwards.
Mikey graduated from Gladewater High School in 2000. He was a huge Gladewater Bears fan. He had a unique personality and never met a stranger.
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Velma Marie Wisdom
Oct 30, 2023
In Loving Memory of Velma Marie Wisdom
August 10, 1925 - October 30, 2023
Velma Marie Wisdom, a beloved mother, daughter, and skilled seamstress, peacefully passed away on October 30, 2023, in her home in Diana, TX, surrounded by the warmth and love of her family. She was 98 years old.
Born on August 10, 1925, Velma Marie was...
John Henry Lee Mattingly II
Oct 28, 2023
John Mattingly II, 47, was born August 2, 1976 in Muskogee, Oklahoma to John and Regina Mattingly and passed away October 26, 2023 in White Oak, Texas.
John never met a stranger, and loved conversing. He was absolutely hilarious and enjoyed making a crowd of people laugh. He was great at being an Uncle. Lit up the room with his...
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