Obituaries
Suzanne Marie Cole
Nov 15, 2024
Suzanne Marie Cole,58, passed away on November 15, 2024, in Gladewater, Texas. She was born on April 27, 1966, in Alexandria, Louisiana to Jules Joseph, Jr. and Dora Mae (Bandy) Pitre.
Suzanne was known for her commitment to helping others, making a positive impact in the lives of countless individuals through her work in healthcare.
She is survived by 3 children, Crystal...
Robert Reagh
Nov 15, 2024
Robert Donald ‘Duck’ Reagh entered the gates of heaven on Friday, November 15, 2024, just 19 days shy of his 92nd birthday. Don was born in Overton, Texas on December 4, 1932 to Robert Burney & Lera Brooks Reagh. He attended Leverett’s Chapel school where he played football, baseball, ran track, and most importantly met the love of his life,...
William Jack Agnew
Nov 12, 2024
William (Bill) Jack Agnew was born July 14th, 1958, and passed November 12th ,2024.
Bill was a kind soul and a giving man who loved his family including his pup, Simon. Bill enjoyed hanging out with family and spending every day with his wife, Bessie Agnew and sister Billie Joe. Bill gave himself to the lord and was very proud of...
Carolyn Sue Atkinson
Nov 12, 2024
Carolyn Sue Atkinson, passed away on November 12, 2024 in Gilmer, Texas at the age of 77. She was born on May 15, 1947 in Bixby, OK to Daniel Clinton and Stella (Hollenback) Atkinson.
Carolyn's warmth and kindness touched the hearts of many. She will be remembered for her generous and the profound impact she had on those around.
She is survived...
Jerry Dean Miller
Nov 11, 2024
Jerry Dean Miller passed away November 11, 2024, in Big Sandy, Texas at the age of 71. He was born on July 10, 1953, in Dayton, Ohio to Arthur and Janice (Frowine) Miller. Jerry never met a stranger and always considered everyone he encountered as a friend.
As a devoted husband, father, and grandfather, Jerry's love for his family was evident...
Willie Sue McCollum
Nov 9, 2024
Willie Sue McCollum passed away on November 9, 2024, in Tyler, Tx, at the age of 98. Born on March 10, 1926, in Jacksonville, Alabama to John Smith and Bertha Jane (Kirk) Burgess.
Willie moved to Texas in 1955 and married Gene McCollum. Throughout her years, Willie embraced the roles of mother and grandmother with an open heart. She devoted her...
Norma Jean Aga
Nov 9, 2024
Norma Jean Talley Aga passed away peacefully on November 9, 2024, at the age of 94. She was born May 30, 1930, in Dallas, TX. Norma Jean is survived by her five children, Loyd T. Aga, Jr. (Roberta), Lillian Trimble (Bobby), Grace Bales, Joseph Aga (Sherryl), Ingrid Aga, many grandchildren, nieces, and nephews.
Norma Jean was preceded in death by her...
Joyce Dickson
Nov 7, 2024
Joyce Dickson, precious mom and grandmother, age 75, went home to be with her Lord on November 7,2024 at her daughter’s home in Jacksonville, Texas.
Eva Joyce McLaughlin was born in Mineral Wells, Texas on July 26, 1949, to Calvin and Mae McLaughlin as the little sister to her brothers, John and Bill. She attended Elementary through High School in Nashville,...
Charli Jo (Ormes) Jones
Nov 6, 2024
It is with a very heavy heart that we announce that Charli Jo Jones left her earthly life behind on November 6, 2024, at her home in Hawkins, Texas at the age of 54.
Charli was born September 2, 1970, in Ft. Worth, Texas to Ronnie Dale Ormes and Sharon (Ormes) Coleman. She was raised in Harleton with her two sisters...
Merkel "Merk" Frederick Fatherree
Nov 6, 2024
Merkel "Merk" Frederick Fatherree passed away peacefully, surrounded by his family as they were singing worship songs, on November 6, 2024, in Gilmer, Texas. He was born on February 23, 1931, in Spencerville, Oklahoma to Clarence Frederick and Thelma Ann (Adcock) Fatherree. Merk was a man of many trades throughout his life, including being a truck driver, prison guard, farming...
Robert Alexander
Nov 5, 2024
Robert Lee Alexander was born February 11, 1927, in Upshur County to M.C. Alexander and Pellie Alexander. He passed from this life on November 5, 2024, in Longview, Texas at the age of 97.
Robert served in the United States Army from April 1945 to December 1946. He was stationed in South Korea where he evacuated patients to the 29th General...
Eddie Stephenson
Nov 5, 2024
With a heavy heart, we announce the passing of Eddie Stephenson on November 5, 2024, at the age of 65. His passion for his family was immeasurable, and he treasured every moment spent with them.
A man of unwavering faith, Eddie was an esteemed member of Longview First Church, finding solace and happiness among his church family. His love for gospel...
Mattie Finley Gondran
Oct 31, 2024
On October 31, 2024, at the age of 90, Mattie Hall Finley Gondran, passed from this earthly life. While we feel sadness in our loss, we also rejoice knowing she is now with her Lord and Savior.
Mattie was born in Kopperl, Texas to Jim and Willie Mae Hall on July 1, 1934. Mattie completed her high school requirements and graduated...
Yvonne Duckworth
Oct 31, 2024
Yvonne Duckworth, born December 20, 1943 entered into the arms of her Lord and Savior on October 31, 2024. Born in Homer, LA to the late Elmer and Eva Hardy.
Left to cherish her memories, Son Michael Duckworth and wife Cindy, Daughter Renee Sims and husband Richard. Sisters, Inez Sanders and Sandra Talley, Grandsons Joshua Sims and wife Nikki, Lance Sims...
Paulette Elaine Kerr
Oct 30, 2024
Paulette Elaine (Pendarvis) Kerr passed away on October 30, 2024, in Pearland, Texas at the age of 76. She was born on September 25, 1948, in Gilmer, Texas.
Her career as a nurse's aide was marked by an extraordinary commitment to helping others. Paulette's gentle touch and warm smile brought comfort to many, and her presence lit up the lives of...
Thomas Milton Ray
Oct 29, 2024
Thomas Milton "Tommy" Ray, of Pritchett, passed away on October 29, 2024. He was born on December 30, 1939, in Gladewater to Roy and Lola (Armstrong) Ray.
Throughout his life, he made many friends and cherished the moments shared with them. Tommy was a sheet metal fabricator, worked at Continental Can and Lonestar Steel, and retired as an agent for Reliable...
Marilyn Jordan Gorman
Oct 28, 2024
Marilyn Jordan Gorman, 95, of Gilmer passed away on October 28, 2024, in Longview. She was born May 3, 1929, in Gilmer to Benjamin and Mabel (Palmer) Jordan.
Marilyn was an active member of the First Baptist Church of Gilmer and a member of the Garden Club which she enjoyed participating in. Working in her yard was her passion, you could...
Ruth Ellen Fishburn
Oct 26, 2024
Ruth Ellen Fishburn (nee Leier)Aged 95 years passed away peacefully on October 26, 2024.
Daughter of the late Walter Leier and Grace Markstahler she is survived by her sons Bill (Debra) Fishburn and John (Christine) Fishburn. Her grandchildren Olivia, Dan, Kathleen Smith, Stormy, Anthony, Kendall, Shianne McDaniel, Shane Kirouac and a number of great grand children. She was predeceased by her...
Judith "Judy" Anna Strand Jewkes
Oct 26, 2024
Judy was born on December 10, 1940, in Evanston, IL to Oscar and Judith (Sallquist) Strand. She passed away on October 26, 2024. On November 23, 1957, she married the love of her life, Richard Dale Jewkes, who lovingly called her “Weebles.”
After graduating from Palm Beach High School in 1958 and having her son, Kent, in 1959, she moved to...
Ronald Sandlin
Oct 25, 2024
Ronald Coleman Sandlin, 81, passed away on October 25, 2024 in Diana, Tx. Ronald was born in Cooper, TX to Coleman and Mattie (Crouch) Sandlin.
Ronald worked many years in the oil and gas industry as Operations Manager for Haliburton Industries.
Ronald is survived by his loving wife, Sharon Sandlin; son, Scott Sandlin; daughter, Sherry Chaney; brother, Wayne Sandlin; sister, Melinda McLemore;...