Ann Simmons - Pittsburg, Texas
Mrs. Simmons, 62, died Saturday, February 18, 2012 in Dallas. Services will be held at 10 a.m., Wednesday, February 22, 2012 at Erman Smith Funeral Home Chapel in Pittsburg with Bro. Steve Packer officiating. Interment will follow in New Mine Cemetery under the direction of the Erman Smith Funeral Home. Pallbearers are Jeff Simmons, Mac Simmons, Jim Blankenship, Dr. Craig Moore, Ben Acosta, and Jerry Worley. Mrs. Simmons was born April 14, 1949 in Sweetwater to George Allred and Mary Alice Morgan Allred. She was a member of the First Baptist Church in Pittsburg, earned a Bachelor and Masters Degree at the University of North Texas, and taught school in the Grand Prairie ISD. She was involved in the retired teachers, Republican Women’s, and Delta Kappa Gamma clubs, and volunteered at East Texas Medical Center in Pittsburg. She is survived by her husband, Bob Simmons of Pittsburg; parents; son and daughter-in-law, Jeff and Cricket Simmons of Kingwood; daughter and son-in-law, Sherri Bowman and Brad Bowman of Arlington; four grandchildren, Mac, Milo, and Marshall Simmons all of Kingwood, and Carson Bowman of Haslet; and a sister and brother-in-law, Anita and Jim Dvoracek of Dallas. Visitation will be held from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m., Tuesday, February 21, 2012 at the funeral home. |
| Syble Nunley- Hughes Springs, Texas Services for Syble Marie Nunley, 79, of Hughes Springs, will be 1 p.m. Sunday, February 12, 2012, at Erman Smith Funeral Home Chapel. Interment will be in Mount Pisgah Cemetery in Wood County. Mrs. Nunley was born October 16, 1932, in Quitman, and died February 9, 2012, in Hughes Springs. She is survived by 2 sons: Melvin Nunley of Scroggins and Kenneth Nunley of Leesburg; 6 daughters: Linda Martin of Hughes Springs, Regina Brown of Dekalb, Sandra Curry of Hermitage, Ark., Debbie Mitchell of Omaha, Connie Nunley of Pittsburg, and Frances Perry of Hughes Springs. She is also survived by 19 grandchildren, 20 great grandchildren, 2 brothers: Charles Hardeman of Cannon, Al., and James Hardeman of Dallas; 1 sister: Fayerene Hardeman of Longview; numerous nieces and nephews. She is preceded in death by her parents: J.W. Hardeman and Faye Rene Hardeman, husband: Melvin H. Nunley. Visitation will be 4-6 p.m. Saturday, February 11, 2012, at the funeral home. |
Keith Efurd- Pittsburg, Texas |
Marvin Stogner - Pittsburg, Texas |
| Arvis Gene Chaney- Leesburg, Texas Arvis Gene Chaney, 80, died Monday, January 9, 2012 at his residence. Services will be held at a later date. Survivors include his wife Peggy Chaney of Leesburg, Tx; three sons, Darrell Chaney of Haltom City, Tx; Robert Chaney of Quinlan, Tx; and David Chaney of Wautauga, Tx. He has ten grandchildren, four great grandchildren, and a sister Joy Koctar of Huntsville, Tx Mr. Chaney was preceded in death by his parents Leonard Chaney and Delphi Allen Chaney. |
Linda Ferguson- Pittsburg, Tx |
| Shane Arnett - Pittsburg, Texas Services for Shane Arnett, 53, Pittsburg, are scheduled for 2 p.m. Sunday January 8, 2012 at Erman Smith Funeral Home, Pittsburg. Burial will be 4:00 P.M. Sunday in Lakeview Memorial Garden, Longview. Mr. Arnett died Jan. 5, 2012. He was born August 5, 1958 Overton, Texas, to Floyd Arnett & Wilma Massey Arnett. Mr. Arnett was self employed in refridgeration, and was Church of God. Survivors include his wife, Sherry Arnett- Pittsburg; son. Taylor Shipman- Dallas, Tx; daughters, Kelly & Nick Casto- Porter, Tx. Christie & Stason Eddins- Porter, Tx; 4 grandchildren, Hunter Casto, Conner Casto, Parker Eddins, Preston Cooper Eddins; Parents, Floyd Arnett & Wilma Massey Arnett- Longview, Tx; Sister, Floretta & Gary Wright- Marshall, Tx. Visitation will be 6-8p.m. Saturday at the funeral home. |
| Levi Jaxon Hefner - Gilmer, Texas Levi Hefner, infant, died Tuesday, January 3, 2012 at his residence. Services will be held at 2 p.m., Saturday, January 7, 2012 at South Jefferson Baptist Church with Bro. Tommy Oglesby officiating. Interment will follow in Crossroads Cemetery in Camp County. Pallbearers are Cole Hefner, Clay Hefner, Jacob Hefner, and Josh Wiltse. Levi was born September 7, 2011 in Mount Pleasant to Jed and Rae Lynn Wiltse Hefner. He is survived by his parents; a sister, Milie Jo Hefner; four uncles, Cole and Kerri Hefner, Clay and Marla Hefner, Jacob and Tamara Hefner all of Gilmer, and Josh and Nikki Wiltse of Upshur Co.; grandparents, Lisa Hefner of Pittsburg, Rick and Lynette Wiltse of Mount Pleasant; great-grandparents, Tody Hefner, John E. and Betty Smith all of Pittsburg, Carol and Margie Burns, and Richard and Carroll Wiltse all of Mount Pleasant. He was preceded in death by his grandfather, Joe Hefner; and great-grandfather, Leo Hefner. The family will receive friends between 5 p.m. and 7 p.m., Friday, January 6, 2012 at Erman Smith Funeral Home. |
| Coy Gene Birdsong - Pittsburg, Texas Services for Coy Gene Birdsong, 83, Pittsburg, are scheduled for 1 p.m. Tuesday at Erman Smith Funeral Home, Pittsburg. Burial will be in Rose Hill Cemetery, Pittsburg. Mr. Birdsong died Jan. 1, 2012. He was born Oct. 4, 1928 in Acme, Texas, to Ira W. and Laura Mae Skinner Birdsong. Mr. Birdsong was a retired Senior Master Sergeant with the Air Force, Retired from from both the United States Postal Service and Erman Smith Funeral Home. He was a member of the Greer Blvd. Church of Christ. Survivors include his wife, Joyce Burkhammer Birdsong- Pittsburg; sons. Timothy R. Giles- Floral. Ms. and Joseph E. Giles-Fairview Heights, Il.; daughter, Joyce Arlene Birdsong- Tulare, Ca.; 14 grandchildren; and eight great-grandchildren. Many nieces, nephews, other relatives, and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents and his sister and brother-in-law: Ira & Erman Smith. Visitation will be 4 to 6 p.m. Monday at the funeral home. |
| Billy Joe Bishop - Gilmer, Texas Graveside services for Billy Joe Bishop, 83, of Gilmer, will be 11 a.m. Wednesday, January 4, 2012, at Willow Oak Cemetery in Upshur County. Arrangements are by Erman Smith Funeral Home. Mr. Bishop was born January 10, 1928, in Upshur County, and died December 31, 2011, in Gilmer. Mr. Bishop is survived by 3 daughters: Margaret and Arlie Bradshaw-Plano; Mary Lee and Terry Alford-White Oak; Melinda Green- White Oak; 10 grandchildren: Rhonda Bledsoe, John Bradshaw, Rickey Loyd, Billy Bradshaw, Dusty Bellotte, Jim Green, Russell Alford, Jeffrey Green, Joshua Green, and Samantha Easley. one sister: Irene Richardson-Ft. Worth. Preceded in death by parents: Dewey Oliver Bishop and Mary Hitt Bishop, wife: Eloise White Bishop, and son-in-law: Donnie Green. Visitation will be 5-7 p.m. Tuesday, January 3, 2012, at the funeral home. |
| Myrtle Reid Clement - Liberty, Texas Graveside services for Myrtle Reid Clement, 86, Liberty, formerly of Pittsburg, are scheduled for 11 a.m. Tuesday at New Mine Cemetery under direction of Erman Smith Funeral Home, Pittsburg. Mrs. Clement died Dec. 30, 2011. She was born Sept. 1, 1925, to Fred and Emma Mae Reid. She was preceded in death by husband, Clarence Clement; son, Terry Harris; and daughter, Nelda Hermsen. Survivors include son, William David Harris; daughters, Linda Blankenship and Dorothy Sue Duvall; and brother, Charles Reid. Visitation will be 4 to 6 p.m. Monday at the funeral home. |
| Brenda Darlene Sims - Venus, Texas Mrs. Sims, 57, Venus, formerly of Pittsburg, are scheduled for 10 a.m. Wednesday at Erman Smith Funeral Home. Burial will be in Rose Hill Cemetery. Mrs. Sims died Dec. 19, 2011. She was born Dec. 30, 1953. Survivors include husband, Joe Sims, Venus; son, Timothy Sims, Venus; daughter, Tammy and Mick Fouse, Pritchett; brothers, William and Conni Murrell, Pittsburg, Johnny and Margaret Murrell, Burnet; sister, Linda Gail Knight, Pittsburg; and stepgrandson, Will Fouse, Pritchett. Visitation will be prior to service at the funeral home |
| Dorothy Odell Peek Brandon - Pittsburg, Texas Mrs. Brandon, 82, died Monday, December 19, 2011 in Mount Pleasant. Services will be held at 2 p.m. Thursday, December 22, 2011 at Erman Smith Funeral Home in Pittsburg with Bruce Overstreet officiating. Interment will follow in Macedonia Cemetery. Pallbearers are Roger Peek, Chris Peek, Mike Peek, Scott Peek, Don Peek, Rafe Green, Mike Jackson, and Jim Seale. Mrs. Brandon was born July 24, 1929 in Hallsville to Melvin Peek and Mary Kizer Peek. She worked as a seamstress for 30 years, and was a member of Full Gospel Pentecostal Church in Pittsburg. She is survived by her son, Frank “Roy” Duke of Pittsburg; a daughter and son-in-law, Rheba Sue Ross and Sid of Nash; a daughter-in-law, Claudia Duke of Pittsburg; 12 grandchildren; numerous great-grandchildren; a great-great-grandchild; two brothers and sisters-in-law, Horace and Jo Peek, and Weldon and Margaret Peek, all of Pittsburg. She was preceded in death by her parents; and husband, Claud “Red” Brandon; two sons, George Duke and Billy Duke; and three brothers; Louis Peek, Clyde Peek, and George Peek. The family will receive friends from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Wednesday, December 21, 2011 at Erman Smith Funeral Home. |
| Melody L. Burrus Weaver - Pittsburg, Texas Mrs. Weaver, 51, died Sunday, December 18, 2011 in Mount Pleasant. Services will held at 2 p.m. Wednesday, December 21, 2011 at First Baptist Church in Pittsburg with Rev. Steve Packer officiating. Interment will follow in Rose Hill Cemetery. Pallbearers are Pat Pilgrim, Ken Pilgrim, Lee Miche, Jim Harvey, Bob Crain, and Don Bradford. Honorary Pallbearers are the Men of First Baptist Church’s Round Table. Mrs. Weaver was born October 25, 1960 in Dallas to George and June Burrus. She graduated with a MA from Texas Women’s University, was a teacher with the Pittsburg Independent School District, and a member of the First Baptist Church in Pittsburg. She is survived by her husband, Michael S. Weaver of Pittsburg; her parents; a son, Matthew Weaver of Pittsburg; a daughter, Meredith Weaver of Pittsburg; father-in-law and mother-in-law, Malcolm and Nelwyn Weaver of Shreveport, La.; a sister-in-law, Debbie and Todd Deitrich of Haughton, La.; a brother and sister-in-law, Scott and Kristi Burrus of Forney; a sister and brother-in-law, Linda and David Hill of Midland; and several nieces and nephews. The family will receive friends between 10:30 and 12:30 Wednesday, December 21, 2011 in the Fireside Room at First Baptist Church Family Life Center. The family has requested that memorials be made to Bethel Christian Academy, 614, Mount Pleasant Street, Pittsburg, Texas 75686; First Baptist Church’s Upward Program, 300 Jefferson Street, Pittsburg, Texas 75686; or Cypress Basin Hospice, P.O. Box 544, Mount Pleasant, Texas 75456. |
| Jo Brison - Pittsburg, Texas Visitation with the family of Jo Brison, 80, Pittsburg, are scheduled between 5-7 P.M. Monday, December 19, 2011 at the funeral home. Mrs.Brison died Dec. 14, 2011. She was born September 2, 1931 in Camp County, Texas. She was preceded in death by her parents: William Boyd Braudaway and Pearl Harris Braudaway; sister: Sue Braudaway Richardson. Survivors include Husband: Sonny Brison of Pittsburg, son and daughter-in-law: Alan and Annette Brison of Pittsburg, grandson: Aaron Brison of Pittsburg, sisters: Dorothy Bockmon of Mt. Vernon, Martha Steele of Georgetown, Billie Daniels of Liberty, and Teresa McKinney of Cleburne. |
| Mildred Amy Bryan - Pittsburg, Texas Services for Mildred Amy Bryan, 94, Pittsburg, are scheduled for 2 p.m. Sunday at Full Gospel Pentecostal Church. Burial will be in Macedonia Cemetery under direction of Erman Smith Funeral Home. Mrs. Bryan died Dec. 9, 2011. She was born Sept. 23, 1917. She was preceded in death by husband, W.L. "Bill" Bryan; brothers, Marvin C., Harold and Bro. Lyle Floyd Hess; and sister, Margie Cain. Survivors include daughter, Pamela and Rick Thomas; sisters, Frankie and John Avrit, Dorothy Tyler; three grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; and one great-great-grandchild. |
| Joyce Annie Brummell - Pittsburg, Texas Services for Joyce Annie Brummell, 80, Pittsburg, are scheduled for 1 p.m. Saturday, December 10th at First Baptist Church under direction of Erman Smith Funeral Home, Pittsburg. Mrs. Brummell died Dec. 8, 2011. She was born April 14, 1931, in Camp County to the late Clifford Harrel and Goldie Davis. She was a member of First Baptist Church. Survivors include husband, D.C. "Beau" Brummell; sons, Geary and Marsha Brummell of Philemont, Va., John and Kim Brummell of Pittsburg, Robert and Leslie Brummell of Frisco; daughter, Denise and Ray Reynolds of Mount Pleasant; brother, Joe Harrel of Pittsburg; sisters, Peggy Harper of Pittsburg, Margaret Sue Ellis of Tyler; 10 grandchildren; and four great-grandchildren. Visitation with the family will be between 9 A.M. - 11 A.M. Saturday morning at the funeral home. |
| Eula B. McGahee - Pittsburg, Texas Mrs. McGahee, 90, died Wednesday, November 30, 2011 in Mount Pleasant. Services will be held at 2 p.m. Friday, December 2, 2011 at Erman Smith Funeral Home Chapel with Bro. Tim Parker officiating. Interment will follow in Macedonia Cemetery. Pallbearers are Robert Quezada and Preston Young. Mrs. McGahee was born August 12, 1921 in Athens to Joe E. Fade and Alma Welch Fade. She was a member of Macedonia Baptist Church. She is survived by a daughter-in-law, Sue McGahee; three grandchildren, Chris and Cherie McGahee, Tonya Janway all of Pittsburg, Kim and Kevin Young of Cooper; and a brother, Roy Fade of Pittsburg. She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Huelett McGahee; a son, Glenn R. McGahee; and two sisters, Majorie Harding and Betty Evans. The family will receive friends between 5 p.m. and 7 p.m. Thursday, December 1, 2011 at the funeral home. |
| Richard Bolyer - Pittsburg, Texas Mr. Bolyer, 53, died Sunday, November 27, 2011 at his residence. Services will be held at 12 noon Wednesday, November 30, 2011 at his residence in Pittsburg. Mr. Bolyer was born November 19, 1958 in Ashland, Oregon to James Edward Bolyer and Georgia Mae Hill. He worked in construction as an iron supervisor. He is survived by a daughter, Lisa Marie Willis of Pittsburg; two grandchildren, Toridio Willis and Tormarion Willis; three brothers and a sister-in-law, Jeff and Lori Bolyer of Marshall, Robert Bolyer of Mount Pleasant, Brian Bolyer of Dallas; and two sisters, Charleen Northum of Pittsburg, and Nita Bolyer of Winnsboro. He was preceded in death by his father. |
| DeLoris Hicks - Pittsburg, Texas Services for DeLoris Hicks, 43, are scheduled for 3 p.m. Sunday, November 20th at Emmanuel Baptist Church. Burial will be in Rose Hill Cemetery. Mrs. Hicks died November 17, 2011. She was born July 28, 1968, in El Paso. Mrs. Hicks was a member of Emmanuel Baptist Church where she was a Sunday School teacher and taught in the TOTS program. She had a Masters Degree from Texas A&M Commerce and taught math in the 7th and 8th grades at Pittsburg Junior High School. Pallbearers are Andrew Parker, Axel Chandarlis, John Denney, Bryan Denney, Marcus Copeland, Chris McClure. Honorary Pallbearer is Clayton Chandarlis. Survivors include husband: Lonnie Hicks, Pittsburg; son, Joseph Hicks, Pittsburg; daughters, Niki Hicks, Felicia Chandarlis, Shelby Hicks, and Bekah Hicks, all of Pittsburg; grandchildren, Clayton & Addison Chandaris, both of Pittsburg; mother, Shirley Blair, Pittsburg; 2 brothers, Claude Johnson, Pittsburg and James Blair, Como; sister, Katrina Theile, Gilmer. She was preceded in death by her father, Jimmy Lee Blair. Visitation will be 6 to 8 p.m. Saturday at the funeral home. Memorials can be made to TOTS Fund @ Emmanuel Baptist Church 307 Elm Street Pittsburg, Texas 75686 or DeLoris Hicks Fund at Pilgrim Bank in Pittsburg, Texas. |
Army Pfc. Cody R. Norris - Houston, Texas Cody Robert Norris, 20, a PFC serving in the U.S. Army died November 9, 2011 while serving in Afghanistan. Cody was a 2010 graduate from La Porte High School where he was in ROTC and was a member of the Color Guard, Rifle Team and was a member of the Military Museum. He enjoyed working on his 1952 M37 Army Truck which he drove to and from school, paintball, Deer hunting, playing video games and Hibachi food. He was always bubbly, happy and just being silly. He was always energetic, light hearted and made everyone smile. Following in his brothers footsteps, he joined the U.S. Army. He won the expert marksman badge during basic training. He served as a 240B Machine Gunner with the 2nd Battalion, 34th Armor Regiment, 1st Heavy Brigade Combat Team, 1st Infantry Division out of Ft Riley, Kansas. He is survived by his father, Reese Norris; mother, Terri Norris and step father, Kenneth Rogers; brother, Michael Norris; grandparents, Robert and Patricia Vegil, and Geneva Pynes; other relatives, Velissa Vegil, George, Linda, Sadie and Andy Lane, Pam and Zach Norris, along with numerous other relatives and a host of friends. Visitation will be Sunday, November 20, 2011 from 4PM to 8PM at Grand View Funeral Home. Funeral Services will be Monday, November 21, 2011 at 12PM at First United Methodist Church of La Porte 9601 W. Fairmont Pkwy, La Porte,TX 77571. (281) 478-4673. Interment will follow at Grand View Memorial Park with Honors. |
| Craig Carson - Pittsburg, Texas Mr. Carson, 72, died Monday, November 14, 2011 in Pittsburg. Services will be held at 3 p.m. Thursday, November 17, 2011 at First Baptist Church in Pittsburg with Bro. Steve Packer and Bro. Holland Atchley officiating. Interment will follow in Crossroads Cemetery. Honorary Pallbearers are Don Bradford, Ed Hicks, John Hart Efurd, Dick Hanking, James Sewell, Phillip Hawkins, Joe Rex Robertson, Johnny French, Jack Arnwine, Jerry Robinson, J.W. Hooper, Charlie Crain, Bob Crain, Bob Hendricks, Jim Harvey, Jim Tollett, Roger Stansbury, Billy Finnell, Steve Sullivan, Harry Weed, and Gerald Blacketer. Mr. Carson was born Oct. 25, 1939 in Odessa to Edward Haskell Carson and Bertha LaVerne Paulette Carson. He was a member of New Way Country Church in Midway, a member of Princedale Country Club, a member of Men’s Prayer Breakfast at the First Baptist Church. He was an accountant for Pilgrims for over 20 years, served in the Air Force, and graduated with a BA at UT Arlington. He is survived by his three daughters and two sons-in-law, Karen and Wayne Jacobs of Longview, Sheri Carson of Garrison, Jennifer and Kevin Poe of Pittsburg; eight grandchildren; and a brother-in-law, David Jones of Lagarto. He was preceded in death by his wife, Janet Sue Carson; and his parents. The family will receive friends between 5 p.m. and 7 p.m. Wednesday, November 16, 2011 at Erman Smith Funeral Home. The family has requested that memorials be made to New Way Country Church, 878 FM 593 Gilmer, Texas, and Crossroads Cemetery 200 Highland Street Pittsburg, Texas 75686. |
| Nita Ann Sprayberry - Leesburg, Texas Services for Nita Ann Davis Sprayberry, 34, are scheduled for 2 p.m. Saturday at New Mine Baptist Church. Burial will be in New Mine Cemetery. Ms. Sprayberry died Nov. 9, 2011. She was born Jan. 21, 1977, in Sulphur Springs. Survivors include sons, Joseph Garrett, Winona; Bobby Ray Sprayberry, Leesburg; daughter, Cheyenne Sprayberry, Leesburg; parents, Ray & Margie Davis, Leesburg; brother, Michael Davis, Pittsburg; and sisters, Rae Rivera, Pittsburg, and Tina Lagunes, Pittsburg; grandmother, Juanita Henderson, Quitman; 5 nieces, 2 nephews, 7 uncles, 8 aunts, and many cousins and friends. Visitation will be 5 to 7 p.m. Friday at the funeral home. Memorial can be made to Reflections Hospice of Texas 406 W. Blair Street Suite 200 Mineola, Texas 75773. |
| Joyce "JC" Fowler Covington - Bossier City, La. Services for Joyce "JC" Fowler Covington, 72, Bossier City, La., are scheduled for 2 p.m. Thursday at Erman Smith Funeral Home. Burial will be in Naples Cemetery. Mrs. Covington died Nov. 7, 2011. She was born March 24, 1939 in Titus County, Texas. Survivors include daughters, Teresa (Terry) and Bob Hobbs, Pittsburg, Sherry and Jeffrey Bennett, Benton, La.; sister, Wanda and Ronnie Thompson, Lake Wells, Fla.; grandchildren, Brandon and Gina Hobbs, Mandy Hobbs, Justin and Meghan Bennett; and great-grandchildren, Landon, Brianna, Trinity, Layton and Dallas. Visitation will be from 4 to 7 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home. |
| Dick Brownlee - Pittsburg, Texas Mr. Brownlee, 86, died Monday, November 7, 2011 in Tyler. Services will be held at 2 p.m. Wednesday, November 9, 2011 at Erman Smith Funeral Home Chapel with Richard Heyduck officiating. Interment will follow in Rose Hill Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Saul Garcia, Paul Page, Mike Jackson, Wayne Kimbell, Chuck Johns and Perry Henderson. Honorary pallbearers are Mickey Crowell, Dick White, Leonard Hobbs, Don Phillips and Joe Sharp. Mr. Brownlee was born September 11, 1925 in Houston. He worked as a plant engineer at Parker Brother Concrete and Gravel in Houston. He was a member of the First United Methodist Church in Pittsburg and belonged to the Dick White Sunday School class. He was a member of Princedale Country Club and Founding member and President of the Antique Car Club. He is survived by his wife, Nelda Leggett Wilson Brownlee of Pittsburg; three sons and two daughters-in-law, Richard J. and Dollene Brownlee of Hawkins, William H. and Debbie Brownlee of Billings, MO., and George M. Brownlee of Waco; four grandchildren; and four great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by wife, Dorothy Hope Brownlee; two sisters; and his parents. The family will receive friends between 4 p.m. and 6 p.m. Tuesday, November 8, 2011 at Erman Smith Funeral Home. |
| Bobbie C. Lee - Pittsburg, Texas Mrs. Lee, 79, died Sunday, November 6, 2011 at her residence. A graveside services will be held at 10 a.m. Wednesday, November 9, 2011 at Macedonia Cemetery with Rev. Robert Wayne Lee officiating under the direction of the Erman Smith Funeral Home. Pallbearers are grandchildren and nephews. Mrs. Lee was born August 23, 1932 in Mabank to M.L. Cobb and Thelma Ann Denny Cobb. She was a member of Silverleaf Resort, and was retired from Hudson Printing in Longview. She is survived by her husband, John Lee; a son, Stan McWilliams; four grandchildren, Cody McWilliams, Shawn McWilliams, Lacy McWilliams, Jenny Crawley-Gilmore; a step-grandson, William Shadell and wife Marsha; and several great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents; and her first husband, Jimmie C. McWilliams |
| Clara Faye Jester- Pittsburg, Tx Mrs. Jester, 88, died Friday, November 4, 2011 at Pittsburg Nursing Center. Graveside services will be held at 10 a.m. Monday, November 7, 2011 at Macedonia Cemetery. Mrs. Jester was born May 12, 1923 in Camp County, Texas to Fred Reid and Ella May Ginn Reid. She was a member of the Nazarene Church; she was also a nurse for 27 years at the Pittsburg Hospital. She is survived by her children, Dickie Jester of Longview, Melvin Lee Jester of Pittsburg, and Ann Reynolds of Pittsburg; 4 grandchildren, 8 great grandchildren, 1 great great grandchild ; 1 brother, Charles Reid of Mississippi; 1 sister, Myrtle Clements of Port Arthur. She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Leoris martin Jester, grandson, Derrick Reynolds, and great grandson Shane Reynolds and 10 siblings. The family will receive friends between 3 p.m. and 5 p.m. Sunday, November 6, 2011 at Erman Smith Funeral Home. |
| Patty Ann Garland - Pittsburg, Tx Mrs. Garland, 78, died Thursday, November 3, 2011 at her residence. Services will be held at 2 p.m. Monday, November 7, 2011 at South Jefferson Baptist Church with Bro. Sam Jones and Bro. Tommy Oglesby officiating. Interment will follow in Macedonia Cemetery. Mrs. Garland was born January 1, 1933 in Cromwell, Okla. to George Floyd Patterson and Mary Beatrice Bumgarner Patterson. She was a member of South Jefferson Baptist Church; she was also the owner and operator of a saw mill for many years. She was an interior designer. She is survived by her husband, Bill Garland of Pittsburg; three daughters, Sandra Kay Smith of Rogue River, Ore., Sharon Garland Sweeten of Atlantic City, N.J., Leigh Ann Garland of Austin; six grandchildren, Chelsea Kelly, Jordan Palamar, Ernie Smith, Kathryn Wesson, Mason Smith, William Smith; two great-grandchildren, Blane Wesson and Cody Wesson; a brother, Raymond Collins of McAlester, Okla.; two nieces, Kathy Bea Marshall and Sherry Brooks; two nephews, Curt Collins and Kelley Preston; and numerous other nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents; her stepfather, Ray Callier; and two sisters, Juanita Preston, and Maggie Sue Collins. The family will receive friends between 2 p.m. and 4 p.m. Sunday, November 6, 2011 at Erman Smith Funeral Home. |
| Doyle Copeland - Pittsburg, Texas Mr. Copeland, 87, died Oct. 29, 2011, in Mount Pleasant. Services will be held 10 a.m. Wednesday, Nov. 2, at the Erman Smith Funeral Home Chapel with Bros. Larry Rice and Kyle Smith officiating. Interment will follow in the Matinburg Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Kevin Copeland, Brian Copeland, Kristin Copeland, Kris Dorris, Amy Donahue and David Donahue. Mr. Copeland was born March 18, 1924 in Pittsburg, the youngest of nine children born to E.T. Copeland and Jessie Daniels Copeland. He served in the Navy during World War II and was a member of the Emmanuel Baptist Church of Pittsburg. He is survived by son and daughter-in-law Larry and Debbie Copeland of Pittsburg; daughter and son-in-law Brenda and Joe Dorris of Pittsburg; three step-daughters and spouses, Nan and Ed Walker of Houston, Sue and Jim Wilson of Longview, and Julie and Allen Johnson of Alexandria, La.; 15 grandchildren, and 20 great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his wives, Maxine Smith Copeland and Runetta Alexander Copeland; his parents; four half brothers, Ellis Hackler, J.S. Hackler, Glenn Copeland and Lawrence Copeland; four half sisters, Thelma Harrison, Evelyn Dyer, Rachel Larson and Lena McNutt; one step-grandson, David Bynum; one step-great-grandson, Eban Brown. The family will receive friends Tuesday from 5-7 p.m. at the funeral home. |
| Katie Rogers - Pittsburg, Texas Services for Katie Rogers, 71, Pittsburg, are scheduled for 2 p.m. Thursday at Erman Smith Funeral Home. Burial will be in Crossroads Cemetery. Mrs. Rogers died Oct. 24, 2011. She was born Jan. 20, 1940, in Star City, Ark., to the late Earnest Logue and Emma Tiner. Survivors include husband, Joe Rogers, Pittsburg; daughter, Tammy Rogers, Pittsburg; and brother, Herman Logue, Glendale, Ark. Pallbearers will be Mike Thomas, Tim Nicholson, Harold Kennington Jr., Greg Massey, Perry Wood and Jeff Efurd. Visitation will be from 5 to 7 p.m. wednesday at the funeral home. |
| Duran Sisk- Pittsburg, Texas Mr. Sisk, 69, of Pittsburg died Saturday, Oct. 15, 2011, in Upshur County. A graveside service will be held at 2 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 18 at Concord Cemetery in Upshur County with Bro. Anthony Anderson officiating. Interment is under the direction of Erman Smith Funeral Home and pallbearers will be Robert Press, Travis Loyd, Chris Fountain, Robert Pyle, Charlie Powell and Len Brown. Mr. Sisk was born on Jan. 27, 1942, in Camp County, the son of George William Sisk and Ollie Goolsby Sisk. He was a Baptist and worked for Pilgrims Pride for 25 years. He started in the feed mill and later ran his own farm for them. He also served in the United States Army during the Vietnam War, and when he was younger, worked as a roofer in Oklahoma City, Okla. He is survived by his wife, Sallie Joyce Sisk of Pittsburg; two sons, Dennis Thompson of Fairfield and Robert Press of Gilmer; and four daughters and two sons-in-law, Laura Sisk of Oklahoma City, Okla., Jennifer Fountain of Pittsburg, Louella “Lulu” and Lynn Brown of Gilmer, and Sherry and Ronald Wren of Point; a brother, Harold Sisk of Rio Vista; and a sister and brother-in-law, Ladona and James Fink of Pittsburg; and numerous grandchildren and one great-grandchild. He was preceded in death by his parents and one brother, William Sisk. No family visitation has been scheduled. |
| Mark Maddy - Pittsburg, Texas Services for Mark Maddy, 55, of Pittsburg, will be 2 p.m. Monday, October 17, 2011, at Camp County Senior Citizen Center in Pittsurg. Arrangements are by Erman Smith Funeral Home. Mr. Maddy was born September 16, 1956, in Shreveport, La., and died October 14, 2011, in Pittsburg. He is survived by his mother and step-father: Dorothy & Byron Smith of Pittsburg; father: Howard R. Maddy of Dallas, son and daughter-in-law: Mark Charles Maddy and wife Jessica of Austin; 2 grandchildren: Mieriona and Cambria Maddy of Austin; sister: Kathy Lynd of Quinlan. |
| James Michael Young - Pittsburg, Texas Mr. Young, 51, died Oct. 14, 2011 in Longview. Services will be held 10 a.m. Tuesday, Oct. 18, 2011, at the Erman Smith Funeral Home with Bro. Doyle Rust officiating. Interment will follow in the Ebenezer Cemetery under the direction of the Erman Smith Funeral Home. Mr. Rust was born April 1, 1960 in Pittsburg to Billy Joe Young and Estella Young. He was a farmer and a member of the Baptist faith. He is survived by four sons, Michael Joe Young of Pittsburg, Billy Lee Young, John Wesley Young of Longview and James Dean Young of Lubbock; daughter Angela Young of Arlington; his mother, Estella Young; brother Calvin Joe Young of Pittsburg; sisters Darlene Messer, Ophlia Dooley, Judy Roberson, Brenda Hargett and Treasa Barton, all of Pittsburg; and Barbara Ryan of Arlington. He was preceded in death by his father and brother Billy C. Young. The family will receive friends from 6-8 p.m. Monday at the funeral home. Memorials may be made to Margaret’s House Hospice, 5106 Gilmer Road, Longview, Tx. 75604. |
| Kermit Kennington - Pittsburg, Texas Mr. Kennington, 84, died Sunday, October 9, 2011 in Mount Pleasant. Services will be held at 1 p.m. Wednesday, October 12, 2011 at the Erman Smith Funeral Home Chapel with Virgil Faires officiating. Interment will follow in Rose Hill Cemetery. Pallbearers are his grandsons and great-grandsons. Honorary Pallbearers are Horace Peek, Johnny Peek, Chris Peek, Huey Reynolds, James Burns, and Robert Rogers. Mr. Kennington was born August 16, 1927 in Grice to Algie Kennington and Julia Thornton Kennington. He was a member of the Church of Christ, and served in the Navy. He was a member of the Frank Sexton Masonic Lodge. He was a retired auto mechanic and auto parts store owner. He is survived by his wife of 65 year, Oleta Kennington of Pittsburg; three sons and daughters-in-law, Doyce and Jeannine Kennington, Ois and Deborah Kennington, Harold and Judy Kennington, all of Pittsburg; a daughter and son-in-law, Carolyn and Richard Edwards of Mount Vernon; ten grandchildren, Kevin Kennington, Darla Grant, Angie McKinney, Tina Folden, Shawn Kennington, Harold Kennington, Jr., Sarah Wright, Scott Edwards, Kim Yandle, and Shanna Shelton; 18 great-grandchildren, Shelby Hunt and Hunter Grant, Ryan and Austin McKinney, Payton and Chloe Kennington, Max and Emme Folden, Sydney Kennington, Carter, Cade, and Collin Wheat, Kasen and Cody Yandle, Elizabeth Barton, Chris McGee, Jayden and Jerimiah Wright. He was preceded in death by his parents; and granddaughter, Stephanie Anne Edwards. The family will receive friends between 5 p.m. and 7 p.m. Tuesday, October 11, 2011 at the funeral home. Memorials may be made to Beacon Hospice and Alzheimer’s Association. |
| Lester Cummings - Gilmer - Formerly Pittsburg, Texas Mr. Cummings, 89, died Sunday, October 2, 2011 in Gilmer. No services will be held. Mr. Cummings was born November 30, 1921 in Knox County to Bill and Ila Lineberger Cummings. He worked at Lone Star Steel and self employed as a dirt contractor, and was a member of First Baptist Church in Gilmer. He is survived by his wife, Laquita Cummings of Gilmer; a son, Larry Cummings of Scroggins; a daughter, Sunda Chatterton of Gilmer; numerous grandchildren; great-grandchildren; and great-great-grandchildren; a stepdaughter and stepson, Kim Healy and Tony Wilson both of Longview. He was preceded in death by his parents; two brothers; and a sister. Informal visitation with the family will be held Saturday, October 8, 2011 from 10 a.m. until 12 noon. |
| Theresa Webb - Pittsburg, Texas Mrs. Webb, 92, died Thursday, September 22, 2011 at Good Shepherd Hospital in Longview, Texas. Services will be held at 10:30 a.m. Saturday, September 24, 2011 at Erman Smith Funeral Home in Pittsburg with Bro. Richard Heyduck officiating. Interment will follow in Rose Hill Cemetery. Mrs. Webb was born October 13, 1918 in Hugo, Okla., to Claude and Tommie Reed Kimmons. She was a member of the First United Methodist Church in Pittsburg. She is survived by her son, Jon Webb of Arlington; her daughter, Janice Early of Linden; 4 grandchildren, Jon Ashley Webb, Audra Millhouser, Jana Baxter, and Christian Webb Early; 3 great grandchildren, Blake Millhouser, Skylar Millhouser, and Jordyn Baxter; 1 brother: Ray Kimmons of Arlington, Tx. She was preceded in death by her parents, and husband. The family will receive friends between 5 p.m. and 7 p.m. Friday, September 23, 2011 at Erman Smith Funeral Home. |
| Bro. Lyle Floyd Hess - Pittsburg, Texas Mr. Hess, 87, died Tuesday, September 20, 2011 at his residence. Services will be held at 3 p.m. Saturday, September 24, 2011 at Erman Smith Funeral Home in Pittsburg with Bro. Doyle Rust and Bro. Dwight Drake officiating. Interment will follow in Macedonia Cemetery. Pallbearers are Bill Reeves, Ray Duke, Greg Sawyer, Rick Thomas, Kenneth Karle, and Dustin Wilson. Mr. Hess was born July 21, 1924 in Burbank, Okla., to Frank Lyle Hess and Minnie Lee McCarty. He served in the US Navy during WWII. He established the Full Gospel Pentecostal Church in Pittsburg in 1961. He was a member of the Full Gospel Fellowship International Affiliation, and began his ministry with the Assembly of God and Church of God Association in the past. He is survived by his wife, Lucille Hess of Pittsburg; a son and daughter-in-law, Floyd Hess, Jr. and Lola of Dallas; two daughters and a son-in-law, Dianna Hess of Waxahachie, Joyce and Daniel Manzi of Columbia, S.C.; three grandchildren, Kenneth Karle, Isabella Hess, Alex Hess; three sisters and a brother-in-law, Frankie and John Averit of Lake Lavon, Mildred Bryant of Pittsburg, Dorothy Tyler of Luke Elsinore, Calif.; and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; two brothers, Marvin C. Hess and Harold Hess; and a sister, Margie Cain. The family will receive friends between 5 p.m. and 7 p.m. Friday, September 23, 2011 at Erman Smith Funeral Home. The family has requested that memorials be made to Cypress Basin Hospice, Inc. P.O. Box 554, Mount Pleasant, Texas 75456. |
| William Billy Duke - Pittsburg, Texas Mr. Duke, 64, died Tuesday, September 20, 2011 in Tyler. Services will be held at 2 p.m. Friday, September 23, 2011 at Erman Smith Funeral Home Chapel with Tammy Nelson and Terry Nickelson officiating. Interment will follow in Macedonia Cemetery. Pallbearers are Damon Davis, Walton Goodwin, Manuel Soto, Randy Cameron, Orville Cameron, Danny Cameron, Mike Ross, Scott McFerrin, Terry Francis, Brad Branch, Tom Kilburn, Jeff Kilburn, Daniel Quinn, Venson McCain, Greg Sawyer, and Cody Butler. Honorary Pallbearers are Church friends and poultry growers. Mr. Duke was born March 6, 1947 in Pittsburg. He was a member of Full Gospel Pentecostal in Pittsburg and a member of the Cattleman’s Association. He is survived by wife, Claudia Duke; his mother, Dorothy Peek Brandon; a son and daughter-in-law, Ray Duke and Jessica of Pittsburg; a daughter and son-in-law, Teresa Alvarez and Chris of Pittsburg; three grandchildren, James Ray Duke, Britney She Duke, Blanca Shennea Alvarez and her father, Manuel Alvarez; two brothers, Roy Duke, and Kim Duke all of Pittsburg; two sisters and a brother-in-law, Rheba and Sid Ross of Nash, and Susan Duke of Pittsburg; a father-in-law, Paw Paw Nolan Sanches; a step-mother, Clemmie Duke of Pittsburg; and numerous nieces, nephews, other family and friends. He was preceded in death by his father, Frank Duke; a son, Wesley Lynn Duke; a brother, George Earl Duke; and step-father, Claude Brandon. The family will receive friends between 7 p.m. and 9 p.m. Thursday, September 22, 2011 at the funeral home. |
| Maria Francis - Pittsburg, Texas Marie Francis, 61, died Wednesday, September 14, 2011 at her residence. A graveside service will be held at 2 p.m. Friday, September 16, 2011 at Veal Switch Cemetery in Hughes Springs with Bro. Kirk Beal and Bro. Butch Shipp officiating under the direction of the Erman Smith Funeral Home. Mrs. Francis was born January 24, 1950 in Shawnee, Okla. She had worked for Pilgrim Industries, and was a housewife and mother. She is survived by her husband, Donald Francis of Pittsburg; son and daughter-in-law, Michael and Kelli Beckham of Navasota; daughter and son-in-law, Lily and Randy Marshall of Pittsburg; four grandchildren, Ashley Young, Meagan Marshall, Jordan Marshall, and River Beckham; a great-grandchild, Ethan Meadows; and a sister and brother-in-law, Mary and Fred Nunnally of Tulsa, Okla. She was preceded in death by her mother, Lily Victor. The family will receive friends at 1:30 p.m. Friday, September 16, 2011 at the cemetery before the graveside services at 2 p.m. Memorials may be made to Cypress Basin Hospice, P.O. Box 544 Mount Pleasant, TX 75456 |
| Derrick Reynolds, Wendy Reynolds, and Shane Reynolds - Pittsburg, Texas Derrick Bryan Reynolds, 46, died Thursday, September 8, 2011 in Casa Grande, Arizona. Services will be held at 2 p.m. Monday, September 19, 2011 at Emmanuel Baptist Church in Pittsburg with Rev. Keith Blankenship officiating. Interment will follow in Macedonia Cemetery. Mr. Reynolds was born February 3, 1965 in Pittsburg. He was a Baptist and worked as a Mill Supervisor for Tube Mill at Priefert’s Mfg. for 13 years. He is survived by his parents, David and Ann Reynolds; a son, Sean Reynolds; two brothers, Scott Reynolds and Keith Reynolds; maternal grandmother, Clara Fay Jester all of Pittsburg; and several nieces and nephews. He died together with his wife, Wendy Ann Reynolds, and son, Shane Reynolds He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Joseph and Sallie Reynolds and Leoris Jester. Wendy Ann Reynolds, 41, died Thursday, September 8, 2011 in Casa Grande, Arizona. Services will be held at 2 p.m. Monday, September 19, 2011 at Emmanuel Baptist Church in Pittsburg with Bro. Keith Blankenship officiating. Interment will follow in Macedonia Cemetery. Mrs. Reynolds was born August 21, 1969 in Cherokee, Iowa. She was a Baptist and worked at the Hampton Inn in Mount Pleasant. She is survived by her parents, Butch Putzier and Kathy Green Putzier of DeKalb; a son, Sean Reynolds of Pittsburg; two sisters and brothers-in-law, Jody and Troy Crouch, Tammy and Matt Lambert all of DeKalb; and several nieces and nephews. She died together with her husband Derrick Bryan Reynolds, and son, Shane Reynolds She was preceded in death by her grandparents, Loria and Esther Green and Fred and Josephine Putzier. Shane Reynolds, 20, died Thursday, September 8, 2011 at Casa Grande, Arizona. Services will be held at 2 p.m. Monday, September 19, 2011 at Emmanuel Baptist Church in Pittsburg with Bro. Keith Blankenship officiating. Interment will follow in Macedonia Cemetery. Mr. Reynolds was born July 11, 1991 in New Boston. He was a Baptist and had worked at Priefert’s for 2 years. He is survived by his grandparents, Butch Putzier and Kathy Green Putzier of DeKalb; and David and Ann Reynolds of Pittsburg; great-grandmother, Clara Faye Jester; a brother, Sean Reynolds of Pittsburg; and two sisters, Devyn Chase and Crista Chase. He died together with his parents, Derrick Bryan Reynolds and Wendy Ann Reynolds. The family will receive friends between 6 p.m. and 8 p.m. Sunday, September 18, 2011 at Erman Smith Funeral Home Chapel. |
| Louise Marie Woodard- Pittsburg, Texas Services for Louise Marie Woodard, 85, Pittsburg, are scheduled for 10 a.m. Friday at First United Methodist Church. Burial will be in Rose Hill Cemetery under direction of Erman Smith Funeral Home. Mrs. Woodard died Sept. 12, 2011 in New Braunfels, Texas She was born Jan. 3, 1926 in Zebulon, NC. Survivors include sons, Donald and Melony Woodard, Bee Cave, Paul and Cheryl Woodard, Pittsburg; daughters, Alane and Don Cameron, New Braunfels, Charlotte and Terry Smith, Corsicana; sister, Annie Upchurch, Raleigh, N.C.; seven grandchildren; and 12 great-grandchildren. Visitation will be from 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home. |
| Bobbie Rozell - Pittsburg, Texas Mrs. Rozell, 80, died Monday, September 12, 2011 at her residence. Graveside services will be held at 2 p.m. Thursday, September 15, 2011 at Bethel Cemetery with Bro. Gene Lee officiating. Mrs. Rozell was born August 22, 1931 in Winnsboro. She was a member of Fellowship Baptist Church in Pittsburg since 1991, and she was the owner and operator of R and R Pitt Stop in Mount Pleasant for 5 years and Rosie’s Bait and Tackle for 15 years in Pittsburg. She is survived by husband, Eual A. Rozell of Pittsburg; her stepmother, Daisy Metzler of Colorado; two sons and daughters-in-law, Terry and Sherry Rozell, and Tommy and Terry Rozell; a daughter and son-in-law, Jeannie and Jesse Garcia all of Pittsburg; 12 grandchildren; 28 great-grandchildren; nine great-great-grandchildren; three brothers, Terry Caviness of Colorado, Rusty Caviness, and Bill Caviness both of Kentucky; and two sisters, Thelma Heth, and Louise Johnson both of Colorado. She was preceded in death by two brothers, Danny Caviness and Billy Caviness; a sister, Betty Jo Rozell; and her parents, Louie and Emmline Caviness. The family will receive friends between 6 p.m. and 8 p.m. Wednesday, September 12, 2011 at Erman Smith Funeral Home. |
| Annette Doris Peckham Hallonquist- Pittsburg, Texas Services for Annette Doris Peckham Hallonquist, 65, Pittsburg, are scheduled for 2 p.m. Monday at Erman Smith Funeral Home. Mrs. Hallonquist died Sept. 10, 2011. She was born Dec. 3, 1945, to the late Melton O. and Thelma D. Clark Peckham. She was preceded in death by husband, Marvin "Dink" Hallonquist. Survivors include son, Neal and Annette Hallonquist, Pittsburg; daughter, Cindy and Ray Bostick, Mount Vernon; sister, Pam Countryman, Clifton; grandchildren, Zack Kenna and Amanda Smith, Joe Hallonquist, Kurt Hallonquist, Sadie and Reese Arnett and Tessie Bostick. Visitation with the family will between 6-8 P.M. Sunday at the funeral home. |
| Robert Herron - Pittsburg, Texas Graveside services for Robert Herron, 70, Pittsburg, are scheduled for 10 a.m. Monday in Ebenezer Cemetery under direction of Erman Smith Funeral Home. Mr. Herron died Sept. 9, 2011. He was born Feb. 11, 1941. He retired from T&N Warehouse. Survivors include sons, Greg Herron, Pittsburg, Joey Patman, Texarkana, Ark.; daughters, Stephanie Herron, Pittsburg, Mari Smith, Fouke, Ark., Jennifer Robinson, Jefferson; brothers, James Herron, Fort Worth, Eddie Larson, Corpus Christi; 15 grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren. Visitation will be from 4 to 6 p.m. Sunday at the funeral home. |
| Joe Friday - Pittsburg, Texas Services for Joe Lester Friday, 83, Pittsburg, are scheduled for 2 p.m. Friday at Crossroads Baptist Church. Burial will be in Crossroads Cemetery under direction of Erman Smith Funeral Home. Mr. Friday died Sept. 7, 2011. He was born Aug. 24, 1928. He served in the Army during the Korean Conflict and received the Purple Heart. He had worked at Lone Star Steel for 30 years in the rolling mill. He was a member of Crossroads Baptist Church where he served as a sunday school teacher and Deacon. Survivors include his wife, Lorine (Hilton) Friday of Pittsburg; brother-in-law, James and Wanda Hilton of Emory; and sisters-in-law, Patsy Spencer of Gilmer, Marjorie Mars of Mt. Pleasant, Mary Kocic of Mesquite. He was preceded in death by his parents George W. Friday and Tessie Lindley Friday, and one sister Billie Jean Hollis Visitation will be from 5 to 7 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home. |
| Joshua Ryan Schuchardt - Longview, Texas Services for Joshua Ryan Schuchardt, 25, Longview, are scheduled for 2 p.m. Saturday at Erman Smith Funeral Home Chapel in Pittsburg. Mr. Schuchardt died Aug. 31, 2011 in North Dakota. He was born Aug. 19, 1986, in Temple. Survivors include his mother and stepfather, Peggy and Kelsie McCaw, Pittsburg; children, Bridgett and Braxton Schuchardt, Longview; fiancée, Jackie Kilgore, Longview; brother, Larry Dean Schuchardt Jr., Mount Pleasant; sisters, Selena Schuchardt, Marrietta, Kasey McCaw, Longview, and Cyndal Langfitt, Iowa; and mother of his children, Jessica, Longview. Visitation will be 10 a.m. to noon Saturday at the funeral home. |
| Maria de los Angeles Guerrero - Pittsburg, Texas Mrs. Guerrero, 70, died Wednesday, August 31, 2011 in Tyler. Services will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday, September 3, 2011 at Primera Iglesia Bautista Hispania in Pittsburg with Pastor Jorge Rodriguez officiating. Interment will follow in Rose Hill Cemetery. Pallbearers are members of the family. Mrs. Guerrero was born May 31, 1941 in Palau Coahuila to Fernando Ayala and Oralia Salas. She is survived by five sons, Fernando Guerrero, Melchor Guerrero, Jr., Jose A. Guerrero, Arnoldo Guerrero, and Ruben Guerrero, all of Pittsburg; a daughter, Patricia Guerrero Rodriguez of Pittsburg; 13 grandchildren, Idalia Guerrero, Yudith Rodriguez, Sharon Guerrero, Edith Guerrero, Rogelio Rodriguez, Perla Rodriguez, Fernando Guerrero, Jr., Shalem Guerrero, Arnold Guerrero, Ulysses Guerrero, Abisai Guerrero, Ruben D. Guerrero Jr., and Arianna Guerrero; three brothers, Juan Ayala, Ruben Ayala, and Alberto Ayala; four sisters, Maria Luisa Ayala, Dora Ayala, Lurdes Ayala, and Marta Ayala. She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Melchor Guerrero; and a daughter, Norma Guerrero. The family will receive friends between 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. Thursday, September 1, 2011 and at 8 a.m. to 11 p.m. Friday at Erman Smith Funeral Home. |
| Dorothy Applegate - Leesburg, Texas Mrs. Applegate, 84, died Friday, August 2, 2011 in Pittsburg. Services will be held at 2 p.m. Sunday, August 28, 2011 at Erman Smith Funeral Home in Pittsburg with Bro. David Kizer and Larry Black officiating. Interment will follow in Mt. Pisgah Cemetery under the direction of the Erman Smith Funeral Home. Mrs. Applegate was born July 26, 1927 in Wood County to Cloyd and Delma Caldwell Hall. She was a member of the Leesburg Baptist Church. She is survived by 3 sons and daughters-in-law, Roger Applegate of Leesburg, Ronald & LaVerne Applegate of Wichita Falls, Jerry & Katrina Applegate of Pittsburg; 3 daughters and sons-in-law, Doris & Benny Attaway of Pittsburg, Cathy & John Homer of Mt. Pleasant, Tammy & Brian Davis of Pittsburg, sixteen grandchildren; and twenty-eight great-grandchildren, 1 sister, Louise Wilson of Mineola. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Vernon Applegate. The family will receive friends between 6 p.m. and 8 p.m. Saturday, August 27, 2011 at Erman Smith Funeral Home. |
| Nobie Parker - Pittsburg, Texas Mrs. Parker, 92, died Thursday, August 25, 2011 in Pittsburg. Services will be held at 10 a.m. Tuesday, August 30, 2011 at First United Methodist Church in Pittsburg with Rev. Richard Heyduck and Bro Steve Packer officiating. Interment will follow in Rose Hill Cemetery under the direction of the Erman Smith Funeral Home. Mrs. Parker was born October 23, 1918 in Titus County to Elbert and Arkie Stanley Smith. She was a member of the First United Methodist Church. She was a member and past worthy Matron of the Eastern Star where she received her 50 year pin. She was a member and past president of the Rosebud Garden Club, mother advisor to the Rainbow Girls, and past president of the Builders Sunday School class. She is survived by a son and daughter-in-law, Richard and Virginia Parker of Longview; a daughter and son-in-law, Jo Ann Parker Neal and Jack of Trophy Club; six grandchildren; and five great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Charles H. (Posey) Parker; and a son, Mike Parker. The family will receive friends between 5 p.m. and 7 p.m. Monday, August 29, 2011 at Erman Smith Funeral Home. |
| Sherwood Dunavant - Pittsburg, Texas Mr. Dunavant, 93, died Sunday, August 21, 2011 in Rockwall. Services will be held at 2 p.m. Wednesday, August 24, 2011 at First Baptist Church in Pittsburg with Bro. Clint Davis and Bro. Steve Parker. Interment will follow in Rose Hill Cemetery under the direction of the Erman Smith Funeral Home. Pallbearers are Trent Dunavant, Rusty Dunavant, Ryan Dunavant, Mitchell Matkin, Nicholas Dunavant, and Darrell Brown. Honorary Pallbearers are the members of Frank Sexton Masonic Lodge #206 and Gideons Sunday School Class. Mr. Dunavant was born August 8, 1918 in Harlingen to C.S. and Elizabeth Dunavant. He served in the Navy from 1944-1946 during WWII. He was a member of First Baptist Church in Pittsburg for 50 years and a member of the Gideons Sunday School Class. He worked for Southern Pacific Rail Road for 39 years as a locomotive engineer and was a member of the Frank Sexton Masonic Lodge #206, and the Kiwanas. He is survived by spouse, Juanice Dunavant; four sons and daughters-in-law, Robert and Glenda Dunavant of Ripley, Miss., Ronnie and Beth Anne Dunavant of Mount Vernon, Dixie and Hope Dunavant of Longview, James and Angie Dunavant of Rockwall; three step-children, Steve and Kimberly Wilhelms of Rockwall, Judy and Darrell Brown of Wichita Falls, John and Tonja Wilhelms of Rockwall; 14 grandchildren, Trent and Tysha Dunavant, Rusty Dunavant, Mitchell Matkin, Ryan Dunavant, Nicholas Dunavant, Paxton Dunavant, Candace and Joe Satina, Jennifer and Dugan Rainey, (step grandchildren) Ryan Wilhelms, BC Wilhelms, McKenna Wilhelms, Elizabeth Brown, Ashley Brown, Jacob Wilhelms; four great-grandchildren, Cade Dunavant, Case Dunavant, Joe Satina, and Graydon Rainey. He was preceded in death by his parents; wife, Rachel Kate Dunavant; two brothers and two sisters. Visitation will be held form 6-8 p.m. Tuesday, August 23, 2011 at Erman Smith Funeral Home. |
| Emmett David Starrett - Pittsburg, Texas Emmett David Starrett, 80, died Thursday, August 18, 2011 at his residence. Services will be held at 2 p.m. Monday, August 22, 2011 at Erman Smith Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Steve Packer and Rev. Larry Rice officiating. Interment will follow in Rose Hill Cemetery. Pallbearers are Barksdale Air Force Base Honor Guard, Patriot Guard Riders. Honorary Pallbearers are Mark Jones, Scott Jones, Wilson Kole DeWoody, William Reece DeWoody, Dakota Reid DeWoody, Devin Elizabeth DeWoody, Bobby Loughery, and Tracy Richardson. Mr. Starrett was born May 16, 1931 in Linden to Grady Starrett and Irene Thomas Starrett Beach. He graduated from Avinger High School, retired from Lone Star Steel and B&S Hardware. He was a veteran of the U.S. Air Force where he served in numerous places including Africa, Turkey, Hawaii, and Vietnam. He is survived by spouse Dale Starrett; three sons and daughters-in-law, David and Sue Starrett of Tyler, Mike and Carolyn DeWoody, and Kent and Nita DeWoody all of Pittsburg; a daughter, Shelia Starrett Jones of Tyler; six grandchildren, Mark and Joni Jones of Bellevue, Neb., Scott Jones of Tyler, Wilson Kole DeWoody, William Reece DeWoody, Dakota Reid DeWoody, and Devin Elizabeth DeWoody all of Pittsburg; two great-grandchildren, Christopher and Caleb Jones, both of Bellevue, Neb.; two sisters and brothers-in-law, Jerrie and Bob Loughery of Pittsburg, Doris and Ray Harp of Atlanta; and two sisters-in-law, Rachel Taylor of Pittsburg and Jeanette Lopez of Cookville. He was preceded in death by his parents; a son, Thomas Martin Starrett; and a brother, Tommy Starrett. Visitation will be held from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. Sunday, August 21, 2011 at the funeral home. |
| James Bertram Hardaway - Leesburg, Texas Mr. Hardaway, 78, died Tuesday, August 16, 2011 in Tyler. Services will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday, August 20, 2011 at Erman Smith Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Randy Stuard and Dr. Richard Steel officiating. Interment will follow in Leesburg Cemetery. Mr. Hardaway was born November 21, 1932 in Leesburg to Jewel B. Hardaway and Juanita Ellen Laney Hardaway. He graduated from Pittsburg High School in 1950 and graduated from Texas A&M in 1954 with a BS Degree, he was a dairyman, a member of Newsome Baptist Church, and a former school board member serving 12 years. He is survived by spouse, Johnnye Hardaway of Leesburg; a son and daughter-in-law, John and Betty Hardaway of Atlanta; two daughters and a son-in-law, Janie and Dennis McNutt of Tyler, and Edie Shepheard of Leesburg; eight grandchildren, Bryan Hardaway, Justin Hardaway, Hanna Hardaway, Mitch Hardaway, Kevin Neely, Hunter McNutt, Rainee Jewel McNutt, Sunny Shepheard; and two great-grandchildren, Macon Hardaway and Maddox Hardaway. He was preceded in death by his parents. The family will receive friends between 5 p.m. and 7 p.m. Friday, August 19, 2011 at the funeral home. |
| Gladys Martin - Tyler, Texas Mrs Martin, 96, died Wednesday, August 10, 2011 at her residence. Services will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday, August 13, 2011 at Erman Smith Funeral Home Chapel in Pittsburg with Virgil Faires officiating. Interment will follow in Leesburg Cemetery. Pallbearers are her Grandsons, Grandsons-in-law, and Sons-in-law. Mrs. Martin was born October 1, 1914 in Camp County to Robert Tilton Bullard and Henritta Stephenson Bullard. She was a member of the First Baptist Church in Tyler. She had worked as a caregiver in nursing homes. She is survived by two sons and daughters-in-law, D.H. Martin, Jr. and Karen, and Tim Martin and Lisa all of Rockdale; three daughters and sons-in-laws, Mary McChesney and Ronny of Huwitt, Wanda Leachman and Laster of Choudrant, La., and Shan Merritt and Gordon of Little Rock, Ark.; seven grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren; and one great-great-grandchild; a brother, Till Bullard of Fairfield; a sister, Lee Crawford of Longview; and caregivers, Virginia Bailey and Mary Gray. She was preceded in death by her husband, D.H. Martin; and her parents. The family will receive friends between 8 a.m. until service time Saturday at the funeral home. |
| David Lee Farris - Mesa, Az. Mr. Farris, 63, formerly of Pittsburg, died Friday, August 5, 2011 in Tempe, Ariz. Services will be held at 10 a.m. Thursday, August 11, 2011 at Erman Smith Funeral Home Chapel with Bro. Randy Stuard and Tommy Smith officiating. Interment will follow in Leesburg Cemetery. Pallbearers are Steven Stewart, Bryan Hardaway, Jack Schrubb, Austin Henry, Hayden Billy, and Farris Billy. Mr. Farris was born May 20, 1948 in Abilene to Alfred Monroe Farris and Eunice Bertha Guy Farris. He was a retired aircraft engineer, southern Baptist, and a Vietnam Veteran serving in the Navy. He is survived by wife, Deana Farris of Mesa, Ariz.; four daughters, Ronda Farley and Londa Schrubb both of Leesburg, Carol Huff of Cleburne, and Kimberly Billy of Palisade, Colo.; 13 grandchildren, Jeton Thompson, Alisa Short, Steven Stewart, Bryan Hardaway, Jennica Schrubb, Justin Hardaway, Amberly Elledge, Jack Schrubb, Hanna Hardaway, Gabrielle Billy, Hayden Billy, Austin Henry, and Farris Billy; 12 great grandchildren, Kaylynn Thompson, Callie Huggins, Ben Thompson, Gavin Huggins, Olivia Stewart, Nathan Thompson, Hayley Elledge, Madalyn Short, Bethany Thompson, Cameron Stewart, Cayden Elledge, Macon Hardaway, and Maddox Hardaway; three brothers, Frank Farris and Charlie Farris both of Arlington, and Mike Farris of Tulsa, Okla.; and a sister, Joanne Bunch of Las Vegas, Nev. He was preceded in death by his parents; a brother, Pat Farris; and a sister, Wynnona Early. The family will receive friends between 5 p.m. and 7 p.m. Wednesday, August 10, 2011 at the funeral home. |
| Wade Schane - Pittsburg, Texas Wade went home to be with the Lord surrounded by family after fighting a courageous battle with brain cancer for six years. Mr. Schane, 42, died Saturday, August 6, 2011 at his home in Pittsburg. Services will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday, August 9, 2011 at Emmanuel Baptist Church in Pittsburg with Bro. Richard Heyduck and Bro. Kyle Smith officiating. Interment will follow in Maple Springs Cemetery. Mr. Schane was born August 25, 1968 in Camp County. He worked for Pittsburg Tractor for 22 years and was a member of the First United Methodist Church in Pittsburg. He is survived by his children: Makayla, Madalyn, and Mia all of Pittsburg, mother: Geneva Chance of Pittsburg, 3 sisters: Diana and Steve Jensen of Forney, Jan and Roger Curlin of Mansfield, and Kenya and Matt Edzards of Paris. He was preceded in death by his father Kenneth Schane and wife Buffy Cook Schane. The family will receive friends between 5 p.m. and 7 p.m. Monday at Emmanuel Baptist Church in Pittsburg. |
| Jimmy Bynum - Pittsburg, Texas Mr. Bynum, 54, died Wednesday, July 27, 2011 in Tyler. Services will be held at 2 p.m. Friday, July 29, 2011 at Erman Smith Funeral Home Chapel in Pittsburg with Bro. Kyle Smith officiating. Interment will follow in Macedonia Cemetery. Pallbearers are Joey Loving, Floyd Meade, Chad Cunningham, Jake Cooper, Weston Hooper, and Jack Proffitt. Honorary Pallbearers are his biker friends. Mr. Bynum was born August 26, 1956 in Camp County to Ollie Belle Bynum and William Bynum. He worked for Pilgrim’s since 1986, and is a member of Macedonia Baptist Church in Pittsburg. He is survived by wife, Kim Bynum; son, Ben Florek of Dedham, Mass.; three daughters, Amy and Chad Cunningham of Mount Vernon, Errin and Todd Davis of Woonsoket, R.I., and Olivia Florek of Dedham, Mass.; seven grandchildren, Kaden Proffitt, Kenley Priffitt, Kember Cunningham, Mailey Bynum, Allie Bynum, Brandon Davis, and Lilly Davis; two sisters, Penny and Jeff Meade of Pittsburg, and Nancy and Matt Murillo of Pittsburg; and one uncle, John Brockway of New Hope, Ala. He was preceded in death by his father and a son, David Bynum. The family will receive friends between 5 p.m. and 7 p.m. Thursday, July 28, 2011 at Erman Smith Funeral Home. |
| Barbara Bryant - Pittsburg, Texas Mrs. Bryant, 70, died Monday, July 25, 2011 in Pittsburg. Services will be held at 10 a.m. Thursday, July 28, 2011 at Erman Smith Funeral Home Chapel with Bro. Lyle Hess officiating. Interment will follow in Macedonia Cemetery. Mrs. Bryant was born on June 2, 1941 in Dallas to John T. Payne Jr., and Della Click Payne. She was a homemaker and a member of The First Pentecostal Church. She is survived by four sons, David C. Bryant and Pam of Gilmer, (Charles) David Martin, Jonathan Bryant, and Josh Bryant all of Pittsburg; four daughters, Kathy and Terry Qualls of Perryville, Belinda Pierce of Greenville, Lynn Martin of Ft. Worth, and Phyllis Bryant Keel of Clarksville; ten grandchildren; 17 great grandchildren; sister and brother-in-law, Beverly and Dickey Bass of Dallas; and daughter-in-law, Bobbie Bryant. She was preceded in death by her husband, Coy Bryant; and her parents. The family will receive friends between 6 p.m. and 8 p.m. Wednesday, July 27, 2011 at Erman Smith Funeral Home. |
| Don Deward Reynolds - Jefferson, Texas Mr. Reynolds, 81, died Friday, July 22, 2011 at his residence. A graveside service will be held at 9 a.m. Friday, July 29, 2011 at Rose Hill Cemetery in Pittsburg with James Duncan officiating. Mr. Reynolds was born September 14, 1929 in Goldthwaite, Texas to Deward D. Reynolds and Sarah Frances Anderson Reynolds. He was a retired Real Estate Agent, formerly owned and operated Don Reynolds Real Estate in Pittsburg, owned and operated Reynolds Land and Cattle Co.; he was a cattle rancher, and member of First Baptist Church in Pittsburg and Jefferson. He is survived by two grandchildren, Robert Brooks of Marshall, and Elizabeth Golston of Augusta, Ga.; four great-grandchildren, Trey, Keenan, Kevin, and Kendell Golston; and two brothers, Merion Reynolds and family of Pittsburg, and Leo Reynolds of Goldthwaite, Texas. He was preceded in death by his parents; wife, Alice Reynolds; son, Jerry Don Reynolds; daughter, Nancy R. Brooks; and sister, Modenia Reynolds Horton. The family will receive friends between 5 p.m. and 7 p.m. Thursday, July 28, 2011 at Erman Smith Funeral Home. |
| Sam Jones - Pittsburg, Texas Services for Sam Jones, 80, Pittsburg, are scheduled for 10 a.m. Monday at Emmanuel Baptist Church, Pittsburg. Burial will be in Rose Hill Cemetery, Pittsburg, under direction of Erman Smith Funeral Home, Pittsburg. Mr. Jones died July 22, 2011. He was born Oct. 20, 1930, in Titus County to Johnny and Jeanette Maxey Jones. Survivors include wife, Earlene Jones, Pittsburg; son, Perry and Janet Jones, Pittsburg; grandchildren; Brad and Melissa Jones, Plano, and Buck and Katie Jones, Prosper; and great-grandchildren, Braden and Tanner Jones, both of Prosper. He was preceded in death by his parents, 3 brothers, and 1 sister. Visitation will be 1 to 3 p.m. Sunday at the funeral home. |
| Lavelle Arnold - Pittsburg, Texas Services for Lavelle Arnold, 88, Pittsburg, are scheduled for 10 a.m. Friday at First United Methodist Church. Burial will be in Rose Hill Cemetery under direction of Erman Smith Funeral Home. Mr. Arnold died July 19, 2011. He was born April 13, 1923. He worked in oil refining for 41 years. Survivors include his wife, Huelene Arnold, Pittsburg; sons, Dennis Arnold, Pittsburg, Norman Arnold, Houston; brothers, Clint Arnold, Pittsburg, Wayne Arnold, Gilmer; grandson, Blake Arnold, Houston; and two great-grandchildren. Visitation will be from 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home. |
Berl Parker - Pittsburg, Texas Mr. Parker, 84, died Monday, July 18, 2011 in Mount Pleasant. Services will be held at 2 p.m. Thursday, July 21, 2011 at Erman Smith Funeral Home Chapel with Bro. Kyle Smith officiating. Interment will follow in Ebenezer Cemetery. Pallbearers are Herb Parker, Richard Parker, Robert Parker, Kevin Parker, Randy Henderson, and Ken Parker. Honorary Pallbearers are Bill Sorrells and Todd Russell. Mr. Parker was born on June 6, 1927 in Camp County to Frank Parker and Nannie Douglas Crouch Parker. He was a member of Ebenezer Friendship Baptist Church. He worked at Lone Star Steel and was a member of the Steel Workers Union. He is survived by son and daughter-in-law, Steve and Marcia Parker; daughter and son-in-law, Karen and Bill Thompson all of Pittsburg; five grandchildren, Kristi Anglin, Jennifer Parker, Kaycee Parker, Jason Thompson, and Corey Thompson and his wife Katie; and great-grandchild, Kasen Grant Anglin. He was preceded in death by his wife, Juanita Parker; parents; and four brothers, Alton Thurman Parker, Herbert Parker, Orville Parker, and Hooper Parker. Visitation will be held from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Wednesday, July 20, 2011 at the funeral home. |
| Roger Dale Gentry - Pittsburg, Texas Services for Roger Dale Gentry, 48, Pittsburg, are scheduled for 2 p.m. Tuesday at Erman Smith Funeral Home, Pittsburg. Burial will be in Reeves Chapel Cemetery. Mr. Gentry died July 9, 2011. He was born March 8, 1963, in Mount Pleasant to Johnnie and Mildred Easley Gentry. Survivors include his wife, Anita Gentry; sons, Chase and Brandon Bubba Gentry; daughters, Ashton Nevels, Taylor Gentry and Amanda Gentry; six brothers; six sisters; and four grandchildren. Visitation will be 6 to 8 p.m. Monday at the funeral home. |
| Norman Applegate - Pittsburg, Texas Services for Norman Applegate, 64, Pittsburg, are scheduled for 10 a.m. Monday at Erman Smith Funeral Home, Pittsburg. Burial will be in Mount Pisgah Cemetery. Mr. Applegate died July 8, 2011. He was born July 3, 1947, in Mineola to Herman J. and Dorthy Nunley Applegate. He owned and operated A&A Masonry for 35 years. Survivors include wife, Donna Applegate; sons, Brian and Jeff Applegate; brothers, Eddie, Steve and Larry Applegate; sisters, Joyce Richbourg and Nellie Massie; and 5 grandchildren. Visitation will be 6 to 8 p.m. today at the funeral home. |
| Charles Steve Youngblood - Pittsburg, Texas Mr. Youngblood, 66, of Pittsburg, died July 8, 2011 at his residence. Services will be held Sunday, July 10, at 2 p.m. at the Erman Smith Funeral Home Chapel with Bro. Danny Trimble officiating. Interment will follow at the Pleasant Grove Cemetery in Upshur County under the direction of the Erman Smith Funeral Home. Pallbearers will be Pat Harrel, Robert Askew, Rafe Green, Jimmy Strube, Lee Cummings and Jay Youngblood. Mr. Youngblood was born July 15, 1944, in Gilmer to Homer Doyle “Dee” Youngblood and Gladys Lagrone Youngblood. He was a member of Pine Baptist Church in Pittsburg, and owned and operated Youngblood’s Handyman Convenience Store in Pittsburg for 23 years. Survivors include spouse Becky Douglass Youngblood of Pittsburg; son Steven Youngblood of Gilmer; daughters and sons-in-law Donna and Steve Jeffus of Bullard and Kelly and Lonnie Davenport of Longview; grandchildren Mackenzie Davenport, Hayden Jeffus and Cole Jeffus; four brothers, H.D. Youngblood of Roulette, Pennsylvania, and Thomas Youngblood, Jimmy Youngblood, and Kenneth Youngblood, all of Gilmer; and a sister, Sue Gipson, of Gladewater. He was preceded in death by his parents. The family will receive visitors from 5-7 p.m. Saturday at the funeral home. Memorials may be made to the Cypress Basin Hospice, P.O. Box 544, Mount Pleasant, Texas 75456. |
| Melissa Rene McVay- Pittsburg, Texas Mrs. McVay, 31, of Pittsburg, died July 7, 2011, in Camp County. Services will be held Monday, July 11, at 2 p.m. at the Erman Smith Funeral Home Chapel with Bro. Tommy Porter officiating, and under the direction of the Erman Smith Funeral Home. She was born Sept. 27, 1979, in Lynn County to Damon Wayne McVay and Jaye Anne McVay. She was a certified medical aide and worked 14 years at the Windsor Place Nursing Center. She had attended Northeast Texas Community College. She is survived by spouse Matthew Webb of Lone Star; father Damon Wayne McVay of Post and Jaye Anne McVay of Sawyer, Okla.; son Matthew Webb of Lone Star; sister and brother-in-law Shauna Marie McVay Ventura and Crispin Ventura of Pittsburg; grandparent Zina Atkinson of Sawyer, Okla.; and nieces and nephews Iasiah, Zyna, Jose and Maria Ventura. The family will receive friends Sunday from 4-6 p.m. at the Erman Smith Funeral Home. |
Jerry Mack (Bear) Taylor - Pittsburg, Texas
Mr. Taylor 63, of Pittsburg, passed away July 2 at Titus Regional Medical Center, in Mount Pleasant. Jerry was born April 16, 1948, in Cut-N-Shoot to James M. (Mack) and Mary Boyd Taylor. He attended Conroe public schools. Jerry became a career truck driver, logging millions of miles on the long haul, traveling all over the United States except Maine, Alaska and Hawaii. In 1998 he became employed by RTC - Scope Industries of Duncanville. Jerry became much more than an just an employee of RTC, and was considered a friend and family member of the co-workers he loved so well. On Aug. 9, 2002, Jerry married Jackie Lynne Watson in Pittsburg.
He was preceded in death by his parents and two sisters, Maxine Taylor of Conroe and Joyce Leidy of Austin. Jerry is survived by his wife, Jackie Tayor, of Pittsburg; one sister, Elizabeth Taylor Krause and husband George of Magnolia; and his sister-in-laws, Barbara Watson Bernal and Katie Randolph, of Dallas, and Loydene Watson DeBerry and husband Tom of Bogata. He is also survived by several nieces and nephews; numerous great- nieces and nephews; a very special niece, Leah Merritt, and a very special great nephew, Tony Merritt, both of Pittsburg; his good friend and boss, Susan Nolan of Waxahachie; and friend Bubba French of Pittsburg.
Generous, tender-hearted and hard-working, Jerry was a great talker and never met a stranger. He will be greatly missed by his family, neighbors, co-workers and loyal pets.
Cremation arrangements are under the direction of Erman Smith Funeral Home, with a memorial service to be held at 2 p.m. July 9, in the funeral home’s chapel.
In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made to Jerry’s favorite charity, God’s Closet of Pittsburg, or to Bogata Cemetery, c/o Alice Ann White, 104 Mount Vernon Rd., Bogata, Texas 75417. |
| Adelle Cooper - Pittsburg, Texas Mrs. Cooper, 89, of Pittsburg, died Sunday, June 26, 2011 at her residence. Services will be held at 10 a.m. Tuesday, June 28, 2011 at Erman Smith Funeral Home Chapel in Pittsburg with Bro. Gregg Miller officiating. Graveside services will be held at 12 noon at Shooks Chapel Cemetery in Sulphur Springs. Honorary Pallbearers are Albert Smith, David Smith, Stephen Smith, Arnold Adams, Kent Martin, and John Kaylor. Mrs. Cooper was born December 02, 1921 in Bosque County to Marvin Womack and Ada Marsh. She is survived by two sons and two daughters-in-law, Kenny and Kim Cooper of Pittsburg, and Ronnie and Donna Cooper of Palestine; a daughter and son-in-law, Sharon and Albert Smith of Pittsburg; nine grandchildren; and 13 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by husband, Albert Braun Cooper; parents; granddaughter, Dawn Michelle Smith; a brother, Billy Ray Womack; and two sisters, Agnes Clark and Dorothy Scott. Family will receive friends between 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Monday, June 27, 2011 at Erman Smith Funeral Home. |
| Mogiaree Chastain Richardson (Pudd) - Pittsburg, Texas Mrs. Richardson, 101, died Thursday, June 23, 2011 in Longview. Funeral services were held at 10 a.m. Saturday, June 25, 2011 at Erman Smith Funeral Home with Bro. Steve Packer officiating. Interment followed in Macedonia Cemetery. Pallbearers were Daryl Chastain, Paul Ellsworth, Shayne Dickson, David Knight, William Tuel, and Jerry Tuel. Honorary Pallbearer was Jimmy Fielder. Mrs. Richardson was born February 25, 1910 in Lafayette to John Alexander Chastain and Ethel Gertrude McIntyre Chastain. She was a member of the First Baptist Church in Pittsburg, celebrated her 100th birthday last year with family and friends, a proclamation from the Mayor of Pittsburg proclaiming February 25 as “Mogairee Chastain Richardson Day” and an interview by the Pittsburg Gazette, which subsequently published an article about her life. Her late husband Lt. Cmdr. Bryant Roscoe Richardson was a WWII veteran. She is survived by grand nieces, Denise Chastain-Knight and husband David of Augusta, Ga.; Teresa Dickson and husband Shane of Longview; great-grand nephews, William and Jerry Tuel, William Jr. and Michael Wayne Tuel, all of Longview; grand niece, April Chastain Ellsworth and husband Paul of Kilgore; grand nephew, Daryl Chastain and wife Norma Lowe Chastain of Litchfield Park, Ariz.; great grand nieces, Ashlee and Bonnye Chastain of Litchfield Park, Ariz.; and cousin, Jimmy Fielder and wife Dianne of Mount Pleasant. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband; brother, Elzy Vernon Chastain; and nephew, Jerry Chastain. Memorials can be made to Beacon Hill Hospice Foundation Inc., P.O. Box 5908, Longview, Texas 75608. |
| Mary Jean Parker - Pittsburg, Texas Mrs. Parker, 84, died Wednesday, June 15, 2011 at her residence. Graveside services will be held 11:00 a.m. Friday, June 17, 2011 at Ebenezer Cemetery with Bro. Tim Parker officiating. Mrs. Parker was born July 27, 1926 in Camp County to Eddie and Ovie Bell Hackler. She was an activities director for nursing homes. She is survived by two sons, Robert Parker and Frank Parker both of Pittsburg; two daughters and a son-in-law, Mary Ann and Fred Russell of Gause; and Phyllis Henderson of Pittsburg; ten grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; a brother, Sonny Hackler of Chandler; and a sister, Peggy Florey of Pittsburg. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Therman Parker; a daughter, Linda Kay Barnes; and two sisters, Mable Green, and Katherine Robertson. The family will receive friends from 6-8 p.m. Thursday, June 16, 2011 at Erman Smith Funeral Home. |
| Kenneth Schane - Pittsburg, Texas Mr. Schane, 72, died Sunday, June 12, 2011 in Pittsburg. Services will be held Tuesday, June 14, 2011 at 10:00 a.m. at Erman Smith Funeral Home Chapel with Sister Wedena Oliver, Bro. Timothy Schane and Bro. Donald Points officiating. Interment will follow in Ebenezer Cemetery. Pallbearers are Tom Nixon, Larry Nixon, Larry Gray, Joel Williamson, and Jamisen Curlin. Honorary Pallbearers are Larry Schrum, Josh Dyar, Jay Williams, and Jackson Coates. Mr. Shane was born January 12, 1939 in Mineral Wells, Texas. He worked at Pittsburg Tractor Company in the mechanical department. He had attended the Church of God in Ore City, Texas. He is survived by his wife, Crystal Shane of Pittsburg; one son, Wade Schane of Pittsburg; five daughters and four sons-in-law, Bridgett and Rusty Dyar of Gladewater, Diana and Steve Jensen of Forney, Jan and Roger Curlin of Mansfield, Kenya and Matt Edzards of Paris, and A’Miya Schane of Pittsburg; 15 grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; one brother and sister-in-law, Timothy and Joyce Schane of Corsicana; two sisters and brother-in-laws, Opal and Truman Green, Mary and Kenneth Burns all of Pittsburg; and numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, Robert and Mary Henson Schane. |
| Lola Redden - Gilmer, Texas Services for Lola Redden, 74, Gilmer, are scheduled for 2 p.m. Tuesday at Full Gospel Church, Pittsburg. Burial will be in Macedonia Cemetery under direction of Erman Smith Funeral Home, Pittsburg. Mrs. Redden died June 12, 2011. She was born Nov. 7, 1936, in Longview to Roy H. McCaw and Lillian Jester. Survivors include her husband, Willie Redden; daughter, Kathy Pack; brothers, Leroy and Andrey McCaw; sisters, Dorothy Grabeel and Wanda Sawyer; three grandchildren; and seven great-grandchildren. Visitation will be 6 to 8 p.m. Monday at the funeral home. |
| Barbara (Jeanie) Shelton Allen - Arlington, Texas Mrs. Allen, 75, formerly of Pine, died Wednesday, June 8, 2011 in Arlington. Graveside services will be held Saturday, June 11, 2011 at 11:00 a.m. at Crossroads Cemetery in Camp County. Pallbearers are Chris Allen, Jason Levesque, Michael Allen, Evan Gill, Matthew Allen, and William Allen. Mrs. Allen was born May 8, 1936 in Pine. Her younger years were spent living in Pine and Chandler, Arizona. She married a military man and spent the next 20 plus years building their family and traveling where the government needed them. Her later years were spent in the Dallas/Ft. Worth area. She spent many years working for the government and later working in the education field. She was a member of the Eastern Star and a life-long member of Pine Baptist Church. She is survived by her son and daughter-in-law, Steven and Cindy Allen of Arlington; two daughters and a son-in-law, Teresa Carole Wood; Nancy and Ted Gill all of Arlington; seven grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; a sister, Alva Mae Goltz of Medford, Oregon; and a host of cousins, nieces, nephews and their families. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband of over 50 years, Vernon Lee Allen; three brothers, Carroll Clay Shelton; Raymond Olvis Shelton; and Johnnie Floyd Shelton; two sisters, Dorothy Bell Braudaway and Eva Lou Kirkpatrick; and one grandson, Bradley Alexander Levesque. The family will receive friends between 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. at Erman Smith Funeral Home. |
| Jonathon Scott Tutor - Pittsburg, Texas Mr. Tutor, 18, died Sunday, May 22, 2011 in Smith County. Services will be Wednesday, May 25, 2011 at 2 p.m. at Erman Smith Funeral Home. Interment will follow at Attaway Homeplace Cemetery in Camp County. Pallbearers are Aldon Marty, Cody Nelson, Clayton Benashreck, Wesley Kizer, Doug Attaway and Jason Bess. Honorary Pallbearers are his cousins. Jonathon was born September 8, 1992 in Mount Pleasant. He was a senior at Hawkins ISD and worked at the sand mill in Hawkins. He was of the Baptist faith. He is survived by fiancé, Jessica Berenato of Hawkins; parents, Rocky Carter and Shayne Attaway Tutor Carter of Pittsburg; three sisters and one brother-in-law, Tiffany and Jason Bess; Jackie Walters and Ashley Carter, all of Pittsburg; one nephew and niece, Jason and Savanah Bess; and numerous aunts, uncles, and cousins. He was preceded in death by his grandmother, Linda June Attaway Yates. The family will receive friends from 5 to 7 p.m. Tuesday, May 24, 2011 at Erman Smith Funeral Home Chapel. |
| Sunny Daily - Pittsburg, Texas Mrs. Daily, 87, died Sunday, May 22, 2011 at her residence. Services will be Wednesday, May 25, 2011 at 10 a.m. at Graveside-Macedonia Cemetery in Camp County with Bro. Kyle Smith. Mrs. Daily was born March 15, 1924 to J.B. Clarke and Althea Izzard Clarke. She was a member of Emmanuel Baptist Church in Pittsburg, and worked for the Pittsburg Library in geneology. She is survived by son and daughter-in-law, Brian and Jeanette Daily of Pittsburg; daughter and son-in-law, Susan and Norman Wright of Pittsburg; two grandchildren, Josh Daily and Ryan Wright, both of Pittsburg; and a host of other relatives. She is preceded in death by both her parents and husband, Loyd Daily. The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesday, May 24, 2011 at Erman Smith Funeral Home. |
| Hubert Cummings - Pittsburg, Texas Services for Hubert Cummings, 93, of Pittsburg, will be 2 p.m. Saturday, May 21, 2011, at New Mine Baptist Church in Pittsburg, with Bro. Tim Parker officiating. Interment will be in New Mine Cemetery. Arrangements are by Erman Smith Funeral Home. Mr. Cummings died May 18, 2011, in Pittsburg. Born July 5, 1917, in Camp County, he served in the U.S. Army during World War II, worked for the U.S. Postal Service and was a member of New Mine Baptist Church. Survivors include his sons, David and Bobby Cummings; and brother, Lester Cummings. Visitation will be 12:30-2 p.m. Saturday, May 21, 2011, prior to the service, at the church. |
| Patsy Barrett Horton - Longview, Texas Mrs. Horton, 81, died Wednesday, May 18, 2011 at her residence. Graveside service will be at 10:00 a.m. Friday, May 20, 2011 at Maple Springs Cemetery with Bro. Steve Turner. Mrs. Horton was born June 30, 1929 in Camp County to Clyde and Hazel Walling Barrett. She worked as a phone operator for Longview Regional Hospital and was also a member of First Cumberland Presbyterian Church in Longview. She is survived by daughter and son-in-law, Lisa and David Murphy of Longview; four grandchildren; ten great grandchildren; sister and brother-in-law Jorgia and Paul Tramel of Longview; and numerous other relatives. She is preceded in death by her parents; husband, Mervin Horton; daughter, Paula Thacker; and grandson, Gary Thacker Jr. The family will receive friends from 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. Thursday, May 19, 2011 at Erman Smith Funeral Home. |
| Ira B. Smith - Pittsburg, Texas Mrs. Smith, 86, of Pittsburg died Tuesday, May 17, 2011, at her residence. Services will be at 2 p.m. Thursday, May 19, 2011, at Erman Smith Funeral Home with Virgil Faires officiating. Interment will follow at Rose Hill Cemetery under the direction of Erman Smith Funeral Home. Pallbearers will be Steven Smith, Adam Smith, Jason Schwartz, Chad Schwartz, Mike Reynolds, Mark Smith, Keith Smith, Frankie Faires and Mark Lawton, Matt Harrel . Honorary pallbearers are the staff members of Erman Smith Funeral Home. Mrs. Smith was born on March 24, 1925, in Grand Saline, the daughter of Ira W. Birdsong and Laura Mae Skinner Birdsong. She was a member of Greer Blvd. Church of Christ. She co-owned Erman Smith Funeral Home from 1966-2001 where she worked as secretary and receptionist. She is survived by her; son and daughter-in-law, Micki and Lori Smith of Garland; and two daughters and sons-in-law, Vicki and Kyle Milner of Forney and Talesa and Terry Kidd of Richmond; seven grandchildren, Amy Motamed, Jason Schwartz, Chad Schwartz, Lindsey Kidd, Steven Smith, Adam Smith, and Shane Schwartz; two great-grandchildren, Christian Smith and Yael Motamed; brother and sister-in-law, Coy & Joyce Birdsong of Pittsburg. She was preceded in death by parents; and Husband: Erman L. Smith. The family will receive friends from 5 - 8 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home. |
| Mildred “Peaches” Iles Oakes - Lake Cypress Springs, Texas Mrs. Oakes, 91, died May 11, 2011 in Lake Cypress Springs. Services will be May 14, 2011, 11:00 am at First Baptist Church Sanctuary in Pittsburg by Bro. Steve Packer. Interment will follow at Rest Haven Cemetery in Monroe, GA. Mrs. Oakes was born November 20, 1919 in Oakdale, LA to her parents Dr. Blanchard Iles and Linnie Rutledge Iles. She was a member of 1st Baptist Church, Friendship Sunday School Class, Camelot Book Club, Bridge Club, The Peach Pits, founding member of the Monroe Country Club in GA.. Mrs. Oakes began driving at age 12, graduated High School at 15 when she enrolled at LSU and later graduated from Southwester earning a BS in Education and then taught many years in the Walton and Rockdale County School System, she was a Kappa Delta. She obtained her Pilot License in 1938-1939 during the Civilian Air Corp. Training. She is survived by two sons, Corry Winston Oakes, Jr. and wife Linda Oakes of Social Circle, GA.; Michael Blanchard Iles Oakes of Athens, GA.; four daughters, Judith Ann Deal and Husband Noel Deal of Social Circle, GA.; Ann Rutledge Fitzgerald and husband Cliff Fitzgerald of Lake Cypress Springs; Nell Dougherty and husband Joe Dougherty of Australia; Dorothy Elizabeth Miller and husband Troy Miller of Lake Cypress Springs; ten grandchildren; eleven great grandchildren; and a host of many other family members. She is preceded in death by husband, Corry Winston Oakes, Sr.; and sister, Edith (Sunny) Elledge. Family will receive friends after the service at the fireside room in the 1st Baptist Church Life Center. Memorial may be made to: Cypress Basin Hospice P.O. Box 544 Mount Pleasant, TX 75456 or Lottie Moon in care of First Baptist Church 300 Jefferson Street Pittsburg, TX 75686 |
| Estel "Ed" Lovitt - Longview, Texas Services for Estel "Ed" Lovitt, 84, of Longview, will be 10 a.m. Thursday, May 12, 2011, at First Assembly of God Church in Pittsburg, with the Rev. Joe McCrary officiating. Interment will be in Leesburg Cemetery in Leesburg. Arrangements are by Erman Smith Funeral Home. Mr. Lovitt died May 9, 2011, at a Longview hospital. Born July 27, 1926, in Packard, Ky., he had worked in construction as a painter/contractor and was a member of the Assembly of God Church. Survivors include his wife, Willie Mae Lovitt; sons, David Wayne Woodall and Estel Lee Lovitt, Jr.; daughters, Nancy Berry, Nelda Ann Loden and Carol Ann Nickens; brother, Harold Lovitt; and sister, Desi Vanover; numerous grandchildren and great grandchildren. Visitation will be 8:30 a.m. until the time of service, Thursday, May 12, 2011, at the church. |
| H.D. Alexander - Pittsburg, Texas Mr. Alexander, 91, of Pittsburg died Friday, May 6, 2011, in Pittsburg. Graveside services will be at 2 p.m., Tuesday, May 10, 2011 at Center Ridge Cemetery with Bro Duane Bolton officiating, under the direction of Erman Smith Funeral Home in Pittsburg. Mr. Alexander was born November 14, 1919 in Camp County to Monroe Dee Alexander and Cora Jane Turner Alexander Ragland. He served during WWII in the Army, and worked at Pittsburg Hot Links and the Senior Citizens Building. He was a member of the Church of the Nazarene in Pittsburg. Pallbearers will be Larry Warrick, Kieth Winchester, Josh Fritz, Travis Fritz, Ben Warrick, Jimmy Gibbons, Bill Coleman, and John Warrick. He was preceded in death by his parents, two brothers Clifton Alexander and Rubert W. Alexander; one nephew Harvey D. Alexander. He is survived by his wife Marilyn Alexander of Pittsburg; one son Adrian Alexander of Pittsburg, one daughter, Frieda Fritz of Pittsburg; one sister Sally Barrett of Pittsburg; three grandchildren: Travis Gene Fritz, Joshua Glen Fritz, and Brandy Jalana Crow, seven great-grandchildren; nieces Wanda Allen of Lufkin, Peggy Griffith and Ginger French of Whitehouse, and Ann Spence of Mount Pleasant. Visitation will be from 12 p.m. to 1:45 p.m. Tuesday, May 10, at the funeral home. |
| Ruby Clifton - Pittsburg, Texas Graveside services for Ruby Jeannette Moore Clifton, 80, of Pittsburg, will be 2 p.m. Saturday, April 30, 2011, at Crossroads Cemetery in Pittsburg, with Bro. Bill Miller officiating. Arrangements are by Erman Smith Funeral Home. Mrs. Clifton died April 27, 2011, at a Pittsburg medical center. Born December 9, 1930, in Mount Enterprise, she was a member of Crossroads Missionary Baptist Church. Survivors include her son, Richard Clifton; daughters, Jean Denson and Nelda Moss; brothers, Paul and Don Moore; and sisters, Martha Gage, Jackie Williams, Louise Moore, Jonelle White, Mary Barnes and Lois Thedford. Visitation will be 6-8 p.m. today, April 29, 2011, at the funeral home. |
| John D. Franklin - Pittsburg, Texas John D. Franklin, 87, of Pittsburg died Wednesday, April 27, 2011 in Tyler. Funeral services will be held 10:00 A.M. Saturday April 30, 2011 at First Baptist Church in Pittsburg, with Bro. Bill Beasley and Bro. Steve Packer officiating. Interment will follow at Rose Hill Cemetery. Mr. Franklin was born Oct. 5, 1923, in Pittsburg to David Ira Franklin and Mattie Scudder Franklin. He was a member of First Baptist Church and owned and operated Franklins Grocery Store. He is survived by his wife: Dorothy Franklin of Pittsburg, son and daughter-in-law: Wayne Franklin and Lisa of Pittsburg, daughter and son-in-law: Judy Croley and Beau of Pittsburg; three grandchildren: David Lee Franklin, Jennifer Copeland, and Bobby Croley, 2 Great grandchildren: Mason Copeland, and Matthew Croley. Mr. Franklin was preceded in death by his parents and 1 brother: Billy Franklin. The family will receive friends 5 -7 P.M. Friday at Erman Smith Funeral Home. |
| William Pelton - Pittsburg, Texas Mr. Pelton, 77, of Pittsburg, died April 26, 2011 at a Mount Pleasant hospital. Arrangements are by Erman Smith Funeral Home. Born December 9, 1933, in Grand Rapids, Mich., he was in the U.S. Navy and the National Guard. Survivors include his wife, Laila Pelton; sons, William Scott Pelton, Steve Pelton, Terry Pelton and Glenn Runyon; and daughter, Valerie McNamara. |
| Roxie Odean Clements - Pittsburg, Texas Roxie Odean Clements, 92, of Pittsburg died Thursday, April 21, 2011 in Pittsburg. Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Monday, April 25, 2011 at Erman Smith Funeral Home Chapel, with Bro. Chris Jones officiating. Interment will follow at Leesburg Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Tony Clements, David Clements, Bryan Goss, Brent Barham, Matt Allison and Rusty Allison. Mrs. Clements was born Oct. 28, 1918, in Winnsboro to Millard Filmore Coe and Maude Ola Jordan Coe. She was a member of Leesburg Baptist Church. She is survived by a daughter and son-in-law Linda Beth Walker and Robert Walker of Garland; two sisters, Emma Jean Davis of Pittsburg, and Otha D. Owsley of Longview; two grandchildren: Bryan and Lisalee Goss and Brent Barham; and six step grandchildren: Tony Clements, David Clements, Eric Clements, Melinda McMillan, Cordean Johnson, and Susan Orr; numerous nieces and nephews, great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren. . Mrs. Clements was preceded in death by her husband Charlie L. Clements, her parents; a step daughter Sue McMillan, three step-sons, Cordus, Willie and James Clements; and two brothers, Buford Filmore Coe and Hubert Lee Coe. The family will receive friends beginning at 8 a.m. Monday until the funeral service at the Erman Smith Funeral Home Chapel. |
| Oscar I. Smith, Jr. - Leesburg, Texas Mr. Smith, 82, of Leesburg died April 19, 2011, in Tyler. Services will be held at 2 p.m. Thursday, April 21, at Erman Smith Funeral Home Chapel with Bro. Tim Parker officiating. Interment will follow at Leesburg Cemetery under the direction of Erman Smith Funeral Home. Mr. Smith was born on March 12, 1929, in Houston, the son of Oscar I. Smith, Sr. and Margaret Fisher Smith. He was retired as a police officer with the city of Houston where he served for 21 years. He was also a member of the New Mine Baptist Church and past master of the Frank Sexton Masonic Lodge. He is survived by his wife: June Blount Smith of Leesburg; daughter: Sandra Lynn Coleman of Leesburg; a sister: Ruth Brockhan of Pearland; brother-in-law: Truman Laminack of Kinney; and numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; 1 brothers and 3 sisters. The family will receive friends from 6-8 P.M. on Thursday, April 20, 2011 at the funeral home. |
| Charles Stephen Burrows - Hurst, Texas Mr. Burrows, 70, of Hurst died Monday, April 4, 2011, in Irving. Services will be held at 2 p.m. Thursday, April 7, at Erman Smith Funeral Home Chapel with Bro. Tommy Porter officiating. Interment will follow at Maple Springs Cemetery under the direction of Erman Smith Funeral Home. Pallbearers will be Charles Burrow, Jerry Wallace, Russell Bolin, Chad Branscum, Blake Branscum, and Mark Burke. Mr. Burrows was born on March 18, 1941, in Fort Worth, the son of David Burrow and Daisy Booten Burrow. He was retired from T D Industries. He is survived by a son and daughter-in-law, David and Fanny Burrow of Red Oak; and two daughters and sons-in-law, Barbara and Brian Hatfield of Hurst and Carol and Russell Bolin of Red Oak; and eight grandchildren and six great-grandchildren; a sister, Marilyn Johnson of Enid, Okla.; and a special nephew, Jerry Wallace of Leesburg. He was preceded in death by his parents and two brothers, Michael Burrow and Robert Burrow. The family will receive friends from 11 a.m. till the time of service at the funeral home. |
| James "Jaime" Edward Knight - Pittsburg, Texas Services for James "Jaime" Edward Knight, 62, of Pittsburg, will be 3 p.m. Monday, April 4, 2011, at Erman Smith Funeral Home Chapel, with Jackie Culpepper and Jay Hoofard officiating, Lynette Dempsey eulogist, and a poem by Tammy Hinton. Interment will be in Rose Hill Cemetery in Pittsburg. Mr. Knight died April 2, 2011, at his residence. Born January 24, 1949, in Freeport, he served in the U.S. Army, worked as a carpenter and cabinetmaker for Sun Belt Homes and attended both Church of Christ and Baptist churches. Survivors include his wife, Linda Gail Knight; daughter, Cathy Knight LaCross; and sisters, Linda Jean Hoofard, Lynette Dempsey and Peggy Schafner. Visitation will be 1-3 p.m. today, April 4, 2011, prior to the service, at the funeral home. |
| Sandy Bradshaw - Pittsburg, Texas Graveside services for Sandy Bradshaw, 65, of Pittsburg, will be 2 p.m. Friday, April 1, 2011, at Macedonia Cemetery in Pittsburg, with the Rev. Doyle Rust officiating. Arrangements are by Erman Smith Funeral Home. Mrs. Bradshaw died March 30, 2011, at her residence. Born July 17, 1945, in Lubbock, she was a retired beautician and an Episcopal. Survivors include her husband, Terry Bradshaw; sons, Randy Ramsey, Ronny Ramsey, Sam Bradshaw and Todd Bradshaw. |
| William Doyle McClung, Sr. - Pittsburg, Texas Mr. McClung, 71, of Pittsburg, died Monday, March 28, 2011, at his residence. Services will be held at 2 p.m. Thursday, March 31, at Emmanuel Baptist Church with Bro. Kyle Smith, Bro. Harry Wilson, and Joe Farino officiating. Interment will follow at Macedonia Cemetery under the direction of Erman Smith Funeral Home. Pallbearers will be Randal Lain, Harry Washington, Jimmy Coleman, Tyrone Rogers, Martin Pessink, Shelly Strickland, Benny Ramey, Toby Shaddix and Ducer Smith. Honorary pallbearers are Pete Vainaskaus, Walter Giesler, Patrick McClung, Ricky McClung, Dwayne McClung Jr., Billy Daren McClung, Tim Ingram, Billy Wayne Sparks, Charles Reed, Kenneth Sparks, Pittsburg PD, EMS, and Camp County Sheriff’s Office. Mr. McClung was born on Feb. 13, 1940, in Titus County, the son of William Morris McClung and Ruby Orena Griggs McClung. He held a Masters Peace Officers Certificate, and was employed at the Pittsburg Police Department for 20 years, serving as Lieutenant. He was a veteran of the U.S. Navy serving on the USS Yorktown; was a Mason and a member of the Frank Sexton Lodge; and he was a member of Emmanuel Baptist Church. He married Pattie Story on Sept. 28, 2005. He is survived by his wife, Pattie Story McClung of Pittsburg; a son and daughter-in-law, Bill and Sharon McClung of Braselton, Ga.; and a daughter and son-in-law, Kim and Jimmy Lee Carrigo of Pittsburg; stepson and spouse, Michael Stephen and Kristen Hackler of San Marcos; and stepdaughter, Tabatha Hackler of Pittsburg; grandchildren, Hunter Trace Carrigo of Pittsburg, Kim and John Pasqualone of Flowery Branch, Ga., Britni Carrigo and MaRyssa and Robby McCoy of Atoka, Okla., and Kiley and Kaitlyn Hackler of San Marcos; four great-grandchildren and one great-great-grandchild; and a brother and sister-in-law, Dwayne and Cathy McClung of Pittsburg; his mother-in-law, Birdie Dyar of Pittsburg; and numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. He was preceded in death by his wife of 46 years, Joy Jeanette McClung; his parents; two brothers, Wayne and James Anthony McClung; and three sisters, Dorothy Jean McClung, Ruby Dean Gibson, and Mary Catherine Ward; and three step-grandchildren, Emmalyn Hackler, Kacey Hackler, and Nathaniel Hackler. The family will receive friends from 6 – 8 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home. |
| William Doyle McClung, Sr. - Pittsburg, Texas Mr. McClung, 71, of Pittsburg passed away on Monday, March 28, 2011 at his home in Pittsburg, Texas . Services are set for 2:00 P.M. Thursday at Emmanuel Baptist Church in Pittsburg with burial to follow at Macedonia Cemetery. Visitation with the family will be at the funeral home between 6-8 P.M. Wednesday. Mr. McClung was retired after 25 years from the Pittsburg Police Department serving as Lieutenant. We will update the obituary as more information becomes available. |
| Alyeen Chance - Pittsburg, Texas Mrs. Chance, 99, of Pittsburg, died Wednesday, March 23, 2011, in Pittsburg. A graveside service will be held at 1 p.m. Saturday, March 26, at Leesburg Cemetery with Bro. Kyle Smith officiating. Interment is under the direction of Erman Smith Funeral Home. Mrs. Chance was born on March 16, 1912, in Camp County, the daughter of Mitchell and Mary Agnes Comer Morris. She was a member of Pine Baptist Church. She is survived by her daughter and son-in-law, Julia Chance Wells and Reid Wells of Kerrville; seven grandchildren and 14 great-grandchildren; and two sisters, MacDell Sharp of Mineral Wells, and Reba Snow of New Orleans, La.; and caregivers, Victoria Anderson and Vivian Blankenship. She was preceded in death by her husband, H.N. “Jack” Chance; a son, Jack Chance Jr.; a granddaughter, Kulia Lovell; her parents; and five brothers and sisters. The family will receive friends between 10 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. Saturday. The family will receive friends between 10 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. Saturday. |
| Sherri Delyn Villeda - Gilmer, Texas Ms. Villeda, 41, of Gilmer, died Wednesday, March 23, 2011, in Longview. The only service the family will be having is visitation between 6-8 P.M. Friday at Erman Smith Funeral Home Chapel. Arrangements are under the direction of Erman Smith Funeral Home. Ms. Villeda was born on January 9, 1970, in Mt. Pleasant, the daughter of David Hinkley and Carolyn Silva. She was a baptist and she worked at ABC Auto Parts in Longview. She is survived by her fiance: Gary Ricks of Gilmer, son: Michael Laden of Austin, daughter: Chalet Torres of Mt. Pleasant, 2 step-sons: Donovan Ricks of Gilmer and Devon Ricks of Big Sandy, step-daughter: Wilona Ricks of Big Sandy, 2 grandchildren: Lesly and Yovany, parents: Carolyn Silva of Rison, Arkansas and David Hinkley of Pocatello, Idaho. She is also survived by 3 brothers: Robert Miles of Rison, Ar., Daniel Stringer of Littleton, Co., and James Laden of Pampa, Tx. |
| James Ronny Stanley- Pittsburg, Texas Mr. Stanley, 56, of Pittsburg, died Friday, March 18, 2011, in Camp County. A graveside service will be held 2 p.m. Thursday, March 24, at Leesburg Cemetery with Bro. Tim Parker. Interment is under the direction of Erman Smith Funeral Home. Mr. Stanley was born on July 18, 1954, in Dallas County, the son of James Edward Stanley and Maxine Elliott Stanley. He worked at Nickco Recycling Inc. He also attended church at New Mine Baptist church in Pittsburg. He survived by his son, Bryan Stanley of Daingerfield; a daughter, Lajeana Hawkins of Daingerfield; and three grandchildren, Nathan Gene Hawkins, Corey Eli Hawkins, and Parker Grant Hawkins; and a sister, Lawana Miller of Carrollton. He was preceded in death by his parents. The family will receive friends from 11 a.m.- 1p.m. Thursday at the funeral home before the service. |
| Justuniano Sanchez Martinez - Pittsburg, Texas Mr. Martinez, 53, of Pittsburg, died Sunday, March 20, 2011, in Tyler. Services will be held at 9 a.m. Friday, March 25 at Holy Cross Catholic Church with Fr. Ariel Cortes officiating. Interment will follow at Rose Hill Cemetery under the direction of Erman Smith Funeral Home. Mr. Martinez was born on Sept. 5, 1957, in Mexico, the son of Eleno Sanchez and Cayetana Martinez. He was a member of Holy Cross Catholic Church in Pittsburg. He is survived by six brothers, Luis Sanchez of Pittsburg, Higinio Sanchez Martinez, Arturo Sanchez Martinez, Martin Sanchez Martinez, Jose Proculo Sanchez Martinez, and Francisco Sanchez Martinez, all of Mexico; and four sisters, Rufina Marta of Pittsburg, Herculana Sanchez Martinez, Teodora Sanchez Martinez, and Margarita Sanchez Martinez, all of Mexico; and numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents. The family will receive friends at 8 p.m. Thursday until service time on Friday at Holy Cross Catholic Church. |
| Lee Spratt II - Pittsburg, Texas Mr. Spratt, 94, of Pittsburg died Sunday, March 20, 2011, in Pittsburg. Services will be held at 12 p.m. Friday, March 25, at Holy Cross Catholic Church with Fr. Ariel Cortes officiating. Interment will follow at Leesburg Cemetery under the direction of Erman Smith Funeral Home. Mr. Spratt was born on Jan. 20, 1917, in Logan County, W. V., the son of Lee Spratt I and Hattie Yost Spratt. He was a member of Holy Cross Catholic Church and had worked as an aircraft mechanic. He is survived by his wife, Margaret Spratt of Pittsburg; a son, Lee Spratt III in Folsom, Calif.; and two daughters, Kaye Magill of Houston and Sharon Davis of Laguna Woods, Calif. He was preceded in death by his wife, Nan Rebecca Reardon Spratt; his parents; a brother and a sister. The family will receive friends from 8 a.m. - 11 a.m. at the funeral home on Friday, March 25, 2011. |
| Noretta Morse - Pittsburg, Texas Mrs. Morse, 73, of Pittsburg, died Wednesday, March 9, 2011, at her residence. Services will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday, March 19, at Erman Smith Funeral Home Chapel with the Rev. L.F. Hess officiating. Mrs. Morse was born on Dec. 28, 1937, in Pampa, the daughter of James Hugh Chester Terry and Jessie Opal Cunningham Terry. She was a retired registered nurse. She is survived by her husband, Johnny W. Morse of Pittsburg; two sons and a daughter-in-law, Johnny Londell and Cindy Morse of Pittsburg and Kerry Morse of Baytown; and three daughters, Sherry G. Peaden and Lisa G. Morse of Pittsburg and Kim Clark of Old River; nine grandchildren, Joshua Bridger, Julie Dawn Morse, Shawn Clark, Kyle Morse, Jessica Bridger, Tiffany Morse, Kerry Morse Jr., John Cody Morse and Samantha Clark; and 13 great-grandchildren; and a sister, Florene Wieneke of Fort Worth; and sons-in-law, Steven Bridger, Clifford C. Clark Jr., and Larry Lovell all of Old River; and nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents; and a brother, Hugh Terry. Memorials may be made to: First Pentecostal Church of Pittsburg, 164 CR 4120, Pittsburg, Texas 75686. |
| Lenna McNutt - Pittsburg, Texas Mrs. McNutt, 96, of Pittsburg, died Tuesday, March 1, 2011, in Mount Pleasant. Services will be held at 2 p.m. Friday, March 4, at Erman Smith Funeral Home Chapel with Bro. Duane Turner officiating. Interment will follow at Ebenezer Cemetery under the direction of Erman Smith Funeral Home. Pallbearers will be Mike Graham, Marc Strube, Patrick Young, Josh McNutt, Heath McNutt, and Davidge McNutt. Mrs. McNutt was born on Jan. 21, 1915, in Camp County, the daughter of E. T. Copeland and Eula Thompson Copeland. She was a member of Fellowship Baptist Church in Pittsburg. She is survived by two sons, John McNutt of Pittsburg and Tracy McNutt of Fort Smith, Ark.; and three daughters and sons-in-law, Betty and Jimmy Graham of Pittsburg, and Suzanne and Phil Blood of Naples, and Judy and Jimmy Strube of Pittsburg; and 12 grandchildren and 20 great-grandchildren; and six step-grandchildren; and one brother, Doyle Copeland of Pittsburg; and a brother-in-law, Dan McNutt of Pittsburg; and numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband, William Eldredge McNutt; her parents; stepmother, Jessie Daniels Copeland; four brothers and three sisters. The family will receive friends from 6 – 8 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home. |
| Gordon Bynum - Pittsburg, Texas Mr. Bynum, 87, of Pittsburg, died Feb. 22, 2011 in Mount Pleasant. Services will be held Friday, Feb. 25, at 10 a.m. at the Erman Smith Funeral Home Chapel with Bro, Greg Miller and Perry and Paul Henderson officiating. Interment will follow in the Macedonia Cemetery in Camp County under the direction of the Erman Smith Funeral Home. Pallbearers will be Greg Efurd, David Smith, Darien Wooten, James Jones, Kelly Smith and Melvin Davis. Honorary pallbearers are Perry Henderson, Paul Henderson, George Hess, George French, Joe Friday, and John Hart Efurd. Mr. Bynum was born June 27, 1923, in Pittsburg the son of Crawford Bynum and Lois Ethyl William Bynum. He served in the United States Army during World War II in the 754th Tank Battalion, and was a life-long member of the VFW. He was retired from the U.S. Postal Service and was a member of Crossroads Baptist Church. He is survived by his wife, Abbie Bynum of Pittsburg; son and daughter-in-law Gene David and Phyllis Bynum of Copperas Cove; daughter and son-in-law Donna Ruth and Corey Vineyard of Longview; seven grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by two brothers O.V. Bynum and William Bynum; a sister, Margaret Henderson; a step-son, Mark Alexander; and his parents. The family will receive friends Thursday from 4-6 p.m. at the funeral home. Memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society, 1599 Clifton Road Northeast, Atlanta, Ga. 30329. |
| Mystie M. Warnell - Pittsburg, Texas Graveside services for Mystie M. Warnell, 84, of Pittsburg, will be 10 a.m. Friday, February 18, 2011, at Lafayette Cemetery in Upshur County, with Bro. Holland Atchley officiating. Arrangements are by Erman Smith Funeral Home. Mrs. Warnell was born December 13, 1926, in Wayne W. Va., and died February 17, 2011, in Tyler. Survivors include her stepdaughters, Sarah Collins and Janet Rose Wedin, Sisters-in-law, Janet and Joe Powell. |
| Barbara Ann Johns - Tyler, Texas Graveside services for Barbara Ann Johns, 74, of Tyler, will be 10 a.m. Thursday, February 17, 2011, at Crossroads Cemetery in Camp County, with the Rev. Greg Miller officiating. Arrangements are by Erman Smith Funeral Home. Ms. Johns died February 14, 2011, in Tyler. Born May 12, 1936, to Pat and Elizabeth Sewell Johns in Upshur County, she was a member of Crossroads Baptist Church and an advertising account assistant in Dallas and Ft. Worth for most of her career. Survivors include her brother, Robert & Jill Johns of Paris and sister, Betty & Richard Sloan of Tyler. Niece, Julia & Brad Drake; nephews, Jamie Sloan and Jeff Johns; great nephews, Kyler, Klayton, and Kollin Drake, Dakota Johns. |
| Chesley Hooper- Pittsburg, Texas Graveside services for Chesley Lee Hooper, 56, of Pittsburg, will be 10 a.m. Saturday, February 12, 2011, at Rose Hill Cemetery in Pittsburg. Arrangements are by Erman Smith Funeral Home. Mr. Hooper died Thursday, February 10, 2011, in Pittsburg. Born January 9, 1955, in Pittsburg, he was a computer operator for Sulphur Gas and Poison Treatment Plant and a Baptist. Survivors include his daughters, Susan Taylor and Tonya Collings; and brothers, J.W., Wayne and Charles Hooper. Visitation will be 6-8 p.m. today, February 11, 2011, at the funeral home. |
| Charlene Acker - Joplin. Mo. Mrs. Acker, 89, of Joplin, Missouri, formerly of Scroggins, died Tuesday, February 1, 2011 in Joplin. Funeral services are set for 1 p.m. Monday, February 7, 2011 at Erman Smith Funeral Home Chapel in Pittsburg. Mrs. Acker was born in Scroggins on September 17, 1921 to James Preston Munn and Thelma Haynes Munn. She was a Baptist, and worked as a schoolteacher until she retired. She lived in the Duenweg community in Joplin after moving there from Scroggins. Mrs. Acker is survived by one son J.W. (Jerry) Carpenter of Livingston, one daughter Gail Moore of Joplin, and two step-daughters Doris Weaver and Carrol Howle, both of Quitman; one grandchild Kendra Kelly Moore, two great grandchildren Kenden and Kaiden Moore, both of Joplin; and two brothers Hulen Munn of Winnsboro and Berl Munn of Omaha. She was preceded in death by husbands Blake Carpenter and Clint Acker, her parents; and a step-son David Acker. The family will receive friends one hour before the service Monday at the funeral chapel. |
| Sonny Lemonds- Pittsburg, Texas Services for Sonny Lemonds, 58, of Pittsburg, will be 3 p.m. Thursday, February 3, 2011, at Clarksville Funeral Home Chapel, in Clarksville, with the Revs. Randy Stracener and Gene Lee officiating. Interment will be in Bethel Cemetery in Fulbright. Local arrangements are by Erman Smith Funeral Home. Mr. Lemonds died Sunday, January 30, 2011, at East Texas Medical Center. Born November 11, 1952, in Clarksville, he worked for Big Tex Trailers in Mount Pleasant and was a minister for Matinburg Baptist Church in Pittsburg. Survivors include his son, David York; daughters, Felishia Kerley, Amy Leija, Robin Newsome and Stephanie Cravey; and sister, Ethel Elrod. Visitation will be 6-8 p.m. Tuesday, February 1, 2011, at Erman Smith Funeral Home and 6-8 p.m. Wednesday, February 2, 2011, at Clarksville Funeral Home. |
| Galilea Villanueva - Pittsburg, Texas Services for Galilea Villanueva, 6 months, of Pittsburg, will be 2 p.m. Tuesday, February 1, 2011, at Erman Smith Funeral Home, with Pastor Juan Garcia officiating. Interment will be in Rose Hill Cemetery in Pittsburg. She was born July 3, 2010, and died Sunday, January 30, 2011, at a Dallas medical center. Survivors include her parents, Abel Villanueva and Marisela Blanco; brother, Abel Villanueva; and sisters, Diana and Daniela Villanueva. |
| Herman L. "Flip" Byrd - Leesburg, Texas Services for Herman L. "Flip" Byrd, 81, of Leesburg, will be 2 p.m. Tuesday, January 25, 2011, at Erman Smith Funeral Chapel, with Bro. Kyle Smith officiating. Burial will follow in Leesburg Cemetery. Mr. Byrd died Saturday, January 22, 2011, in Pittsburg. Born November 18, 1929, in Graham, he served in the U.S. Air Force and worked for Bell Helicopter. Survivors include his sons and daughter-in-law: Dan & Ruthanne Byrd- Pittsburg, Barry Lester Byrd- Ft. Worth, and Michael Wayne Byrd - Leesburg; brother, Raymond Blankenship- Rogue River, Oregon; and sisters, Anita (Peg) Rogers- Ft. Worth, Joyce & Herbert Sweeney- Springtown, Earlene & Bill Smith-Bedford and Janice & Jimmy Atchley- Bedford. Also survived by 3 Grandchildren: Chris Byrd, Angela Byrd Hoover, and Leslie Byrd Cutler; 6 Great Grandchildren: Jack, Cole, Dean, Molly, Jaycee, and Hagen. He was preceded in death by his parents: Claude Byrd and Irene Maples Byrd Blankenship, and wife: Barbara Jean Byrd. Visitation will precede the service. |
| Louie B. White - Pittsburg, Texas Mr. White, 89, of Pittsburg died Tuesday, Jan. 18, 2011, in Pittsburg. Services will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, Jan. 22, at Erman Smith Funeral Home Chapel with Bro. David Kizer officiating. Interment will follow at Rose Hill Cemetery under the direction of Erman Smith Funeral Home. Pallbearers will be Bob Hobbs, Robert White, James White, Elmer Meadows, David Henderson and Vernon Griffin. Mr. White was born on Feb. 3, 1921, in Camp County, the son of James Henry White and Ora Bell Clark White. He was a member of Fellowship Baptist Church. He served in the United States Army and had worked for many years in the rolling mill for Lone Star Steel. He is survived by his wife, Inez White; two sons and daughters-in-law, Rick and Sandra White of White Oak, and James and Marcia Young of Clifton, Va.; and two daughters and a son-in-law, Eileen White of Garland, and Ina and David Bell of Tyler; five grandchildren, Shannon, Dena, Christopher, Greg and Chad; and extended family members and children. He was preceded in death by his parents; and five brothers and three sisters. The family will receive friends from 5 - 7 p.m. Friday at the funeral home. |
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Marlene Keeling Groce - McKinney, Texas Marlene is survived by her devoted husband, Bill, with whom she shared 53 years of marriage; their two children and two grandchildren: son Jeff and his wife, Rose of McKinney, TX, and son Darren of Lake Cherokee, TX, and his children, Matt and Rachel. Even though she was an only child, Marlene had an extended loving family of aunts, uncles, cousins, in-laws, nieces, nephews and friends. Marlene graduated from Pittsburg (TX) High School in 1954, where she was a drum majorette and Bill was a standout football player. They were married on August 8, 1957 at the First United Methodist Church in Pittsburg . Marlene graduated from North Texas State University in Denton where she earned a BS and MS in Education. While raising their sons, she taught in the Richardson , Dallas and Midland school districts. Later in her career, she was a residential realtor. After she and Bill married, he was drafted into the U.S. Army and was deployed to Mannheim , Germany . This allowed them to travel throughout Europe . Their first son, Jeff, was born in Heidelberg. They returned to Richardson , TX where their second son, Darren, was born. During Bill’s career at Texas Instruments, the family moved to Tokyo , Japan , followed by a stay in Kuala Lumpur , Malaysia . She met many of her close friends during this time overseas. They returned to the Dallas area in the late 70s, living in Richardson and in Midland until retiring in McKinney . Marlene loved her family. She celebrated the achievements of her children and grandchildren through devoted attendance. “Nana” was very proud of Matt and Rachel, and their academic and extracurricular accomplishments. She and Bill also enjoyed spending time with family and friends at their lake cabin near Pittsburg . In McKinney , Marlene enjoyed playing golf with Bill and her 9-hole lady golfers, bunko with friends, and participating in activities at the First United Methodist Church of McKinney and the First United Methodist Church of Pittsburg. She delivered Meals on Wheels and always had a soft spot in her heart for animals, particularly their Pomeranian dog, Shadow. Friends and family are invited to remember and celebrate Marlene’s life at the visitation from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. on Friday, January 14th at Erman Smith Funeral Home, 315 Rusk Street in Pittsburg , TX . Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, January 15th at the First United Methodist Church , 115 Mount Pleasant Street in Pittsburg . Interment will follow at Rose Hill Cemetery . There will be a second memorial service at the First United Methodist Church of McKinney, 315 North Church Street in McKinney , TX at 2:00 p.m. on Wednesday, January 19th. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorials may be made to the First United Methodist Church of Pittsburg, 115 Mount Pleasant Street, Pittsburg , TX 75686; the First United Methodist Church of McKinney, 315 North Church Street, McKinney , TX 75069 or the SPCA of Texas, 8411 Stacy Road/FM 720, McKinney , TX 75070 in Marlene’s honor. |
| Fred C. "Freddie" Warnell Jr. - Upshur County, Texas Mr. Warnell, 65, of Upshur County, died Saturday, Jan. 8, 2011, in Pittsburg. Services will be held at 2 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 12, at Erman Smith Funeral Home with Bro. Holland Atchley officiating. Interment will follow at Lafayette Cemetery under the direction of Erman Smith Funeral Home. Mr. Warnell was born on May 12, 1945, in Camp County, the son of Fred Calvin Warnell Sr. and Leona Mayfield Warnell. He was a veteran of the United States Navy, and he was a Baptist. He is survived by his wife, Mystie Warnell of Upshur County; two daughters, Sarah Collins of Kilgore and Janet Rose Wedin of Gilmer; one grandson; and sister and brother-in-law, Janet and Joe Powell of Gilmer; and a half sister and spouse, Carolyn and John Gilliam of Azle; and numerous nieces, nephews and cousins. He was preceded in death by his parents. The family will receive friends from 1 p.m. - 2 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home. |
| Faye Harris - Pittsburg, Texas Services for Faye Harris, 76, of Pittsburg, will be 10 a.m. Tuesday, January 4, 2010, at Erman Smith Funeral Home Chapel, with the Rev. Mike Phillips officiating. Interment will be in Matinburg Cemetery in Camp County. Mrs. Harris died Saturday, January 1, 2011, at a Longview hospital. Born January 19, 1934, in Dallas, she worked as a telephone operator for AT&T until she retired and was a member of Brumley Baptist Church. Survivors include her sons, Stephen and David Harris; daughter, Kimberly Nugent; and brothers, Bobby and Paul Bowers. Visitation will be 6-8 p.m. Monday, January 3, 2011, at the funeral home. |
| Rita Ann Mather Cottrell - Pittsburg, Texas Mrs. Cottrell, 74, of Pittsburg, died Wednesday, Dec. 29, 2010, at her residence. Services will be held at 2 p.m. Friday, Dec. 31 at Holy Cross Catholic Church with Fr. Ariel Cortez officiating. Interment will follow at Holly Tree Cemetery in Wood County under the direction of Erman Smith Funeral Home. Mrs. Cottrell was born on Sept. 22, 1936, in Little Rock, Ark., the daughter of George Mather and Anna Marie Mather. She attended college at St. Louis University where she received a Bachelor of Science degree. She also worked in the oil industry for many years as an executive secretary for Hunt Oil & Minerals. She volunteered at the Scottish Rite Hospital in Dallas, and also at Muscular Dystrophy Hospital in Houston. She taught Sunday school when she lived in Houston. She was a member of Holy Cross Catholic Church in Pittsburg. She is survived by her son, Chris Cottrell of Houston; and two daughters, Alice Cottrell of Dallas and Holly Cottrell of Houston; and two grandchildren, Kathryn and Jennifer Cottrell; and her caretaker and special friend for 14 years, Donna Hayes. She was preceded in death by her parents. |
| Courtney Renea Griffin - Pittsburg, Texas Courtney, 20, of Pittsburg died Friday, Dec. 24, 2010, in Camp County. Services will be held at 10 a.m. Tuesday, Dec. 28, at Emmanuel Baptist Church in Pittsburg with Bro. Kyle Smith officiating. Interment will follow at Macedonia Cemetery under the direction of Erman Smith Funeral Home. Miss Griffin was born on March 9, 1990, in Titus County. She graduated from Pittsburg High School in 2008, and attended Northeast Texas Community College and was currently enrolled at Kilgore College. She worked as a physical therapist assistant at Upshur Manor. She was a Baptist. She is survived by her mother and stepfather, Stacy and Lonnie Carter of Pittsburg, and her father, Andy Griffin of Pittsburg; four sisters, Cassie Horton, Kimberly Griffin, and Tara Carter, all of Pittsburg, and Tori Carter of Avery; her grandparents, James and Portia Richardson of Donie, and Vernon and Yvonne Griffin of Pittsburg.. She was preceded in death by her uncle, John Richardson and her aunt, Tammy Griffin Harkey. The family will receive friends from 4 - 6 p.m. Monday, Dec. 27, at the funeral home. |
| LaVerne Bradford Strube - McKinney, Texas Mrs. Strube, 89, of McKinney and formerly of Pittsburg, died Monday, Dec. 13, 2010, in McKinney. Services will be held at 10 a.m. Wednesday, Dec. 15, at Erman Smith Funeral Home Chapel with the Rev. Steve Packer officiating. Interment will follow at New Mine Cemetery under the direction of Erman Smith Funeral Home. Mrs. Strube was born on Oct. 13, 1921, in Titus County, the daughter of Rom Bradford and Thelma King Bockmon. She was a member of First Baptist Church in Pittsburg and operated a beauty shop out of the Strube family home for many years. She is survived by her son and daughter-in-law, Jack and Bess Strube of McKinney; three grandchildren, Debbie Rodriguez of Corpus Christi, Darrell Strube of Houston, and Rodger Nichols of Frisco; and five great-grandchildren, Bianca, Matthew, Christopher, and Ashley Rodriguez of Corpus Christi and Jack Strube of Houston. She was preceded in death by her husband, Charles Strube; and her parents. The family will receive friends from 5 - 7 p.m. Tuesday at the funeral home. |
| Margaret Evelyn Pilgrim Nugent - Pittsburg, Texas Services for Margaret Evelyn Pilgrim Nugent, 72, of Pittsburg, will be 10 a.m. Monday, December 13, 2010, at First Baptist Church in Pittsburg, with the Revs. Kyle Smith, Buford Jones and Steve Packer officiating. Interment will be in Willow Oak Cemetery in Upshur County. Arrangements are by Erman Smith Funeral Home. Mrs. Nugent died December 10, 2010, at East Texas Medical Center Pittsburg. Born November 30, 1938, in Pine, she was a member of First Baptist Church in Pittsburg and associated with Walker Creek Ministry Mission. |
| Veeta Carol Richardson - Daingerfield, Texas Veeta Carol Richardson, 65, of Daingerfield, died on Friday, Dec. 9, 2010, at her residence. A graveside service will be held at 2 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 12 at Macedonia Cemetery in Pittsburg under the direction of Erman Smith Funeral Home. Pallbearers will be Eric McMichael, James Nash, Mark Martin, Jamie Martin, Scotty Woodall, Thomas Milam, Phil Richardson and Paul Richardson. Honorary pallbearer is Gary Nash. Mrs. Richardson was born on Dec. 13, 1944, in Pittsburg, the daughter of Virgil C. Nash and Juanita McElhaney Nash. She was a Baptist. She is survived by her husband, Charles N. Richardson of Daingerfield; son and daughter-in-law, Wesley and Christy Richardson of Pittsburg; and two daughters and sons-in-law, Charla and Todd Freeman, and Carol Lea and Jeff Garrett, all of Daingerfield; six grandchildren, Kahyon and Neeley Freeman; Heath and Hayden Garrett; and Trevor and Laci Richardson; and one brother and sister-in-law, Vic and Dorinda Nash of Pittsburg; and two sisters and a brother-in-law, Gayle and Wayne Arnold of Hallsville and Barbara Nash of Pittsburg; brother-in-law, Jerry and Linda Richardson of Pittsburg; numerous nieces and nephews; and longtime friend, Sharlene Farmer. She was preceded in death by her parents; and one brother. The family will receive friends from 6 - 8 p.m. Saturday at the funeral home. |
| Braulio Roman Mata - Pittsburg, Texas Mr. Roman Mata, 59, of Pittsburg, died Tuesday, Dec. 7, 2010, in Camp County. Services were held at 10 a.m. Friday, Dec. 10 at Maranta Church, 145 Quitman Street, Pittsburg. Interment followed at 11 a.m. at Rose Hill Cemetery under the direction of Erman Smith Funeral Home. Mr Mata was born on March 26, 1951, in Col San Antonio DeLos, Mexico. He worked for Pilgrim's Pride and JBS. He is survived by his wife, Evangelina Garcia; four sons, Juan Martin Roman Garcia, Jose Adrian Roman Garcia, Gerardo Roman Garcia and Ivan Eriberto Roman Garcia; and two daughters, Maria Griselda Roman Garcia and Maria Guadalupe Roman Garcia; and 14 grandchildren; four brothers, Angel Roman, Aureliano Roman, Santos Roman, and Felipe Roman; and two sisters, Berta Roman and Inez Roman. He was preceded in death by his father, Aureliano Roman Aguilar. The family will receive friends at the church on Thursday night. |
| Tommy Lee Hefner - Pittsburg, Texas Mr. Hefner, 61, of Pittsburg, died Tuesday, Dec. 7, 2010, in Camp County. A graveside service will be held at 2 p.m. Friday, Dec. 10 at Crossroads Cemetery in Camp County with Bro. Tommy Oglesby officiating. Interment is under the direction of Erman Smith Funeral Home. Mr. Hefner was born on Aug. 26, 1949, in Santa Fe, N.M. He was a veteran of the United States Air Force and was a Christian. He is survived by his three sons, Vance Hefner of Pennsylvania, Tye Hefner of Arkansas, and Logan Hefner of Arizona; and a daughter, Tracey Hefner of Pleasanton; three grandchildren; and his mother, Cora Frances "Tody" Boardman Hefner; three brothers and two sisters-in-law, Dan Hefner, Hank and Jeannie Hefner all of Pittsburg, and Paul and Janet Hefner of Florida. He was preceded in death by his son, Bryce Hefner; his father, Leo Dell Hefner; and a brother, Joe Hefner. The family will receive friends at the Hefner home. |
| Kaden James Breashears - Mt. Vernon, Texas Kaden, four weeks, of Mount Vernon died Tuesday, Dec. 7, 2010, in Dallas. Services will be held at 2 p.m. Friday, Dec. 10, at Abundant Life Pentecostal Church in Mount Pleasant with Bro. J.P. Burks and the Rev. Roger Mattox officiating. Interment will follow at Macedonia Cemetery under the direction of Erman Smith Funeral Home. Pallbearers will be Tim Elmore and Nathan Burks. Kaden was born on Nov. 11, 2010, in Mount Pleasant. He is survived by his parents, Kendall and Tiffany Francis Breashears of Mount Vernon; three uncles, Brandon Francis of Omaha, Thomas Moon of Fort Smith, Ark., and Christopher Lloyd of Sulphur Springs; and three aunts, Kasi Broughton of Mount Pleasant, Paula McCullough of Stillwater, Okla., and Misty Ewing of Charleston, Ark.; his grandparents, Joy Scholes of Scroggins, Eddie and JoAnn Breashears of Poteau, Okla., Terry Francis of Mount Pleasant, Kay Francis of Omaha, Debbie Medford of Henderson, and Clifford and Jacki O'Connell of Mount Pleasant; and great-grandparents, Phyllis Breashears of Poteau, Okla., John and Pat Hunt of Howe, Okla., Vinson and Louise Hill of Monroe, Okla., and Shari Bushnell of Omaha; and numerous great-aunts, uncles, and other relatives. The family will receive friends from 5 - 7 p.m. Thursday at Erman Smith Funeral Home. |
| Senora Maria Garcia - Pittsburg, Texas Mrs. Garcia, 85, of Pittsburg died Wednesday, Dec. 1, 2010, in Mount Pleasant. Services will be held at 10 a.m. Friday, Dec. 3, at Emmanuel Baptist Church with Pastor Ruben Villanueva and Sammy Duran. Interment will follow at Rose Hill Cemetery under the direction of Erman Smith Funeral Home. Mrs. Garcia was born on Nov. 13, 1925, in Morelos Coahila, Mexico, the daughter of Abundio Nanez and Tomasa DeHoyos. She was a member of Primera Iglesia Bautista Church where she was an older women leader. She is survived by her husband, Pablo Garcia; four sons, Rogelio Perales, Luis Torres, Ricardo Torres, and Donaciano Torres; and five daughters, Olga Garza, Olivia Lopez, Manuela Torres Nanez, Belia Osornio and Mildalia Villarreal; 40 grandchildren and 60 great-grandchildren and five great-great-grandchildren; and three brothers, Abundio, Genaro and Eusebio Nanez; and four sisters, Consuela, Rita, Lupe and Soccoro Nanez. The family will receive friends from 8 a.m. - 7 p.m. on Thursday at the funeral home. |
| Dave C. Spencer- Pittsburg, Texas Mr. Spencer, 86, of Pittsburg and the Yellow Bush Community, died Tuesday, Nov. 23, 2010, in Pittsburg. Services will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 27 at Erman Smith Funeral Home Chapel with Virgil Faires officiating. Interment will follow at Simpsonville Cemetery under the direction of Erman Smith Funeral Home. Pallbearers will be Trent Spencer, Spencer Carr, Quentin Carr, Andy Spencer, Logan Tidwell, Layne Tidwell, Tyler Farrer and Spawn Spencer. Mr. Spencer was born on April 1, 1924, in Pittsburg, the son of John Clifford Spencer Sr. and Jessie Lou Clark Spencer. He was a member of the Greer Blvd. Church of Christ and had served as a Captain in the Marine Corps during World War II and the Korean Conflict. He taught in the Pittsburg schools and owned and operated an office equipment company. He is survived by his wife, Jacquelyn Hess Spencer of Pittsburg; two sons and daughters-in-law, Fred and Denise Spenser of Pittsburg and Gary and Patti Spencer of Blue Water, N.M.; and one daughter and son-in-law, Mandy and Bill Carr of Sautee Nacoochee, Ga.; eight grandchildren, Trent and Lynda Spencer of Prewitt, N.M., Curtis and Tara Larue of Hereford, Russell and Christi Pelham of Lake Monticello, Spencer and Nancy Carr of Cornelia, Ga., Emily Carr of Sautee Nacoochee, Ga., Quentin Carr of Cornelia, Ga., Andy and Susan Spencer of Bay City, and Bonnie Spencer of Pittsburg; two brothers, Ralph Spencer of White Oak and Richard Spencer of Lake Cherokee. He was preceded in death by his parents; and a brother, John C. Spencer Jr. The family will receive friends from 4 p.m. - 6 p.m. Friday at the funeral home. |
| Margaret Holman Brown - Pittsburg, Texas Mrs. Brown, 86, of Pittsburg, died Sunday, Nov. 21, 2010, in Fort Worth. A private family service was held at 11 a.m. Wednesday, Nov. 23, at Saint William Laud Episcopal Church with Terry Mathews officiating. Interment followed at Rose Hill Cemetery under the direction of Erman Smith Funeral Home. Pallbearers were Francis Howell, Jack Meriwether, Tim Truitt, Todd Holman, Kenneth Smith and Mark Disman. Honorary pallbearers were Dick White, Randy Hodge, Fr. Theodore Heers and Wayne Barrett. Mrs. Brown was born on Oct. 28, 1924, in Longview, the daughter of Harry Hill Holman Sr. and Ada Read Holman. She graduated from Pittsburg High School and attended Randolph Macon Women's College in Lynchburg, Va. and as a junior she transferred to the University of Texas at Austin. She was a member of the Kappa Alpha Theta Sorority and graduated with a degree in English. She and her husband, Lew, were one of the founders of St. William Laud Episcopal Church in Pittsburg in 1954. They were supporters of the church for over 50 plus years. She was involved in many other charitable and civic causes. She was a member of the 20th Century Club, a 30 year supporter of The American Cancer Society; the Pittsburg Camp County Arts Council; the Pittsburg Public Library, and a Girl Scout Leader. She is survived by her son and daughter-in-law, Lewis E. Brown Jr. and Kerry Brown of Dallas; two daughters and sons-in-law, Mandy and John Nickerson of Brentwood, Tenn. and Pam and Bob Broadnax of San Antonio; 12 grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Lewis Eldridge Brown Sr. on April 19, 2001; her parents; two brothers, Harry Hill Holman Jr. and John Miller Holman. Memorials may be made to St. William Laud Episcopal Church, P.O. Box 1057, Pittsburg, Texas 75686. |
| Mary Law - Pittsburg, Texas Mrs. Law, 83, Pittsburg, died Monday, Nov. 22, 2010, in Hughes Springs. Services will be held at 2 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 24, at Erman Smith Funeral Home with the Rev. Steve Packer officiating. Pallbearers will be Roy Bullard, Yank Howell, Curtis Evetts, Paul Raymond Mayben, Jerry Breiger, and Jerry Massey. Honorary pallbearers will be Wes Law, Josh Hefner, Jeff Stewart, Robert Lee, Richard Evans, Charles Thomas, Gary Foster, and Bo Pilgrim. Interment will follow at Rose Hill Cemetery under the direction of Erman Smith Funeral Home. Mrs. Law was born on Feb. 5, 1927, in Camp County, the daughter of Ellis Wall and Florene Walling Wall. She was a member of First Baptist Church in Pittsburg. She is survived by son and daughter-in-law, Rex and Sharon Law of Pittsburg; a daughter and son-in-law, Jeannie and Hank Hefner of Pittsburg; four grandchildren, Mindi Law Stewart and Jeff Stewart of Pittsburg, Wes Law of McKinney, Josh and Carrie Hefner of Pittsburg, and Shana Hefner Farina and Michael Farina of Louisville, Ky.; and one great-grandchild, Andrew Hefner of Pittsburg; two sisters, Ruth Massey of Amarillo and Valree Evans of Brownwood. She was preceded in death by her husband, Billy Law; and her parents; and brothers, Dale Wall and Derl Wall. Family visitation will one hour before the service time on Wednesday. |
| Ina Mae "Grandmomie" Taylor - Pittsburg, Texas Mrs. Taylor, 63, of Pittsburg died Monday, Nov. 15, 2010, at her residence. Services will be held at 2 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 17, at Fellowship Missionary Baptist Church with Bro. David Kizer and Bro. Gene Lee officiating. Interment will follow at Matinburg Cemetery under the direction of Erman Smith Funeral Home. Pallbearers will be Aaron Taylor, Brian Taylor, Jacob Taylor, Chris Burleson, Dustin Kizer, Nicholas Kizer, Wesley Kizer and Zack Kizer. Honorary pallbearers are Ben Taylor and Colston Taylor. Mrs. Taylor was born on May 12, 1947, in Bradley, Ark. the daughter of Colston C. Copeland and Cora Mae Saunders Copeland. She was a member of Fellowship Missionary Baptist Church for 27 years. She is survived by her husband, Pat Taylor of Pittsburg; two sons and daughters-in-law, Richard D. and Leslie Taylor of Saltilla and Dennis Lee and Desiree Taylor of Flint; daughter and son-in-law, Linda and Johnny Bret Burleson of Cookville; nine grandchildren, Chris, Nikki, Aaron, Brian, Jacob, Brittany, Benjamin, McKenna and Colston; a brother, Bubba Copeland of Tom Bean; brother-in-law, Mike Taylor of Pittsburg; and six sisters and two brothers-in-law, Sina and Red Wheat of Maude, Viver Lane of Waxahachie, Sherry Clayton of Tom Bean, Joyce Ballew of Howell, Ada and Steve Gentry of Gilmer, and Mary Katherine Coats of Galveston; and numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents. The family will receive friends from 6 - 8 p.m. Tuesday at Erman Smith Funeral Home. |
| Mary Virginia Knight - Pittsburg, Texas Mary Virginia Knight, 81, of Pittsburg died Saturday, Nov. 13, 2010, in Pittsburg. Services were held at 10 a.m. Monday, Nov. 15 at Erman Smith Funeral Home Chapel with Bro. David Kizer officiating. Interment followed at Ebenezer Cemetery under the direction of Erman Smith Funeral Home. Pallbearers were Chris Knight, Blake Knight, Walter Carter, David Jordan, Dillon Jordan, and Delma Weaver. Mrs. Knight was born on Jan. 19, 1929, in Camp County the daughter of George Luther Jones and Betty Sue Hooks Jones. She was a Baptist. She is survived by her husband, James Junior "Cotton" Knight of Pittsburg; son and daughter-in-law, Steve Junior Knight and Shirley Knight of Pittsburg; daughter and son-in-law, Janice Elaine Crain and Bob Crain of Pittsburg; three grandchildren, Christopher Steven Knight, Brandi Knight Carter, Julie Crain Jordon; six great-grandchildren; and sisters, Gladys M. Weldon of Colorado and Mildred D. Jones of Longview; and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by a son, James Michael Knight; a grandson, Robert Scott Crain; and great-grandson, Mason Carter; her parents; a brother, George L. Jones and a sister, Ruby Aline Johnson. |
| E.A. "Preacher" Connell - Pittsburg, Texas Mr. Connell, 78, of Pittsburg, died Thursday, Nov. 4, 2010, in Mount Pleasant. A graveside service will be held at 2 p.m. Monday, Nov. 8, at Rose Hill Cemetery with Virgil Faires officiating. Interment is under the direction of Erman Smith Funeral Home. Mr. Connell was born on Aug.23, 1932, in Sweetwater, the son of Alex and Ruby Easterwood Connell. He was a veteran of the United States Army, serving during the Korean Conflict, and was a member of the VFW Post in Pittsburg. He was a Mason, and a retired truck driver with Southland Corporation. He is survived by his son, Alan Connell of Grandview; his life partner, Janette Douglas of Pittsburg; a daughter, Terri Connell; and a brother, Jimmy Connell of Oregon; and a sister, Catherine Wilson of Midlothian. He was preceded in death by his son, Christopher Connell; and his parents. The family will receive friends from 5 - 7 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 7, at the funeral home. |
| Iris Brenner - Pittsburg, Texas Mrs. Brenner, 81, of Pittsburg died Tuesday, Nov. 2, 2010, in Pittsburg. A graveside service will be held at 10 a.m. Wednesday, Nov. 3, at the Leesburg Cemetery with the Rev. Steve Packer officiating. Interment is under the direction of Erman Smith Funeral Home. Mrs. Brenner was born on Aug. 28, 1929, in Zephyrhills, Fla., the daughter of Carl Green and Myrtle Elizabeth Barry. She was a member of First Baptist Church in Salt Springs, Fla. She is survived by her son and daughter-in-law, Lanny and Ginger Brenner of Pittsburg; two grandchildren, Kelly Brenner Simmon of Tyler and Whitney Anne Brenner of Pittsburg; and a brother and sister-in-law, Franklin C. and Zelda Merritt of Blairsville, Ga. She was preceded in death by her grandson, Kyle R. Brenner; her parents; and brothers, Harley Wold and Ray Green. |
| Jim Mankins - Gilmer, Texas Mr. Mankins, 82, of Gilmer died Thursday, Oct. 28, 2010, in Mount Pleasant. Services will be held at 10 a .m. Monday, Nov.1, at Erman Smith Funeral Home Chapel with Tom Kimbrough officiating. Interment will follow at Myrtle Springs Cemetery under the direction of Erman Smith Funeral Home. Pallbearers will be Dean Crossland, Jesse Loffer, Max Doty, Ois Kennington, Dennis Hood and Gary Casy. Mr. Mankins was born on Feb. 3, 1928, in St. Jo, the son of James and Bess Vannoy Mankins. He served in the United States Navy for four years. He worked as a computer tech maintaining computer components on Hughes Aircraft. He was a member of the Church of Christ. He is survived by his wife, Irene Mankins of Gilmer; three daughters, Diane Foster of Oakland, Calif., Mary Catherine Pyle of Turlock, Calif., and Julie Segura of Santa Maria, Calif.; three grandchildren, Matthew Segura, Christopher Segura, and Cambria Pollinger; and three great-great-grandchildren, Brett Pollinger, Finley Pollinger and Drew Pollinger. He was preceded in death by his parents. The family will receive friends from 5 - 7 p.m. Sunday at the funeral home. |
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Anastasha Kalil DeLisi - Pittsburg, Texas Anastasha was born Oct. 26, at Titus Regional Medical Center , to Dr. Craig and Tonya DeLisi, and she died the same day. She is survived by her parents; her sisters, Ariana Ann, Adoniyah Irene and Amalyah Maria; brothers, Charis Michael, Corban Micah, Caelan Michael-Benjamin, Cale McCullough and Caius Micaiah; and grandparents, Ronnie and Jackie Weldon of Middleburg, Fla., and Carmen and Kathy DeLisi of St. Augustine, Fla. Other survivors are great-grandparents, Jack and Claudine McCullough of Springfield, Ga.; aunts and uncles, Dana DeLisi, Lt. Commander David and Nancy Weldon; cousins, Mia Apicelli, David Weldon, Yancey Weldon, Daniel Weldon, Jacob Weldon and Natalie Weldon. Pallbearers will be Anastasha's father and older brothers. The DeLisi family attends Calvary Chapel in Mount Pleasant . Memorials may be made to Harvesters Reaching the Nations Orphanage, www.hrtn.org.Everyone is invited to attend the funeral. |
| Randy Aaron "Ralph" Stallings- Winnsboro, Texas Mr. Stallings, 28, of Winnsboro, died Sunday, Oct. 24, 2010, at his residence. A graveside service will be held at 10 a.m. Wednesday, Oct. 27, at Maple Springs Cemetery in Camp County with Bro. L.C. Terry officiating. Interment is under the direction of Erman Smith Funeral Home. Pallbearers will be Scott Thompson, Bryan Craddock, Terry Tharp, Steven Stewart, Jon Short and Chase Watkins. Honorary pallbearers are Johnathan Sargent, David Barrett and Matt Garrett. After the service, family and friends will meet at the home of Randy and Sherry Sargent, 240 CR 2518, Leesburg. Mr. Sargent was born on July 2, 1982, in Waco. He was a Baptist. He is survived by his parents, Sherry Poole Sargent and Randy Sargent of Leesburg; three sons, Austin Stallings, Tanner Stallings both of Mount Pleasant, and Trestyn Stallings of Winnsboro; a sister, Kristi Storms of Pittsburg; two brothers and sisters-in-law, Steven and Jennifer Sargent and Garland and Kelly Tosh, all of Mount Pleasant; and numerous nieces and nephews. The family will receive friends from 6 - 8 p.m. Tuesday at Erman Smith Funeral Home. |
| Leona Warnell Spann Warnell - Pittsburg, Texas Mrs. Warnell, 89, of Gilmer and formerly of Pittsburg, died Monday, Oct. 25, 2010, at her residence. Services will be held at 2 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 27, at Erman Smith Funeral Home Chapel with Holland Atchley officiating. Interment will follow at Lafayette Cemetery in Upshur County under the direction of Erman Smith Funeral Home. Pallbearers will be Michael Edwards, Tony Collins, Joe Powell, Samuel Concha, Junior Reynolds, and Andrew Pequeno. Honorary pallbearer is Joe Powell Jr. Mrs. Warnell was born on June 13, 1921, in Upshur County, the daughter of Asa Mayfield and Easter Emfinger Mayfield. She was a member of Victory Baptist Church. She is survived by her son and daughter-in-law, Fred C. Warnell Jr. and Mystic Warnell of Pittsburg; daughter and son-in-law, Janet and Joe Powell of Gilmer; five grandchildren, Joe Powell Jr., Karen Collins, Patricia Concha, Sarah Collins, and Janet Rose Wedin; and six great-grandchildren, Michael Paul, Jonathan, Brandon, Samuel, Elicia and R.J.; and one great-great-grandchild, Serenity; her caregiver, Sue Powell and numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husbands, Ramah Spann and Fred Warnell Sr.; her parents and three brothers, and five sisters. The family will receive friends from 5 - 7 p.m. Tuesday at the funeral home. |
| Georgia Henson - Pittsburg, Texas Mrs. Henson, 90, of Pittsburg, died Friday, Oct. 22, 2010, at Pittsburg Nursing Center. Services will be held at 2 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 24, at Emmanuel Baptist Church with the Rev. Kyle Smith officiating. Interment will follow at Macedonia Cemetery under the direction of Erman Smith Funeral Home. Mrs. Henson was born on Feb. 17, 1920, in Alex, Ok., the daughter of William "Bill" Waggener and Annie Morgan Waggener. She was a member of Emmanuel Baptist Church. She is survived by her nephews: Rodney & Judy Marshall of Pittsburg and Robert Wayne Marshall of Gun Barrell City ; nieces: Sue & Jack Taylor of Sulphur Springs, and Patsy McGuffey of Garland. She is also survived by numerous great nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, siblings, and niece. Visitation will be from 5-7 P.M. Saturday at the funeral home.
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| Jimmy R. Kimbell - Pittsburg, Texas Mr. Kimbell, 71, of Pittsburg, died Tuesday, Oct. 19, 2010, at his residence. Services will be held at 2 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 21, at Erman Smith Funeral Home Chapel with the Rev. Doyle Rust officiating. Interment will follow at Rose Hill Cemetery under the direction of Erman Smith Funeral Home. Mr. Kimbell was born on Feb. 19, 1939, in Pittsburg, the son of Robert W. Kimbell and Nina Ray Morris Kimbell. He was a retired from the United States Navy and from SWEPCO. He was a member of Eaves Tabernacle Baptist Church. He is survived by his wife, Mickey Kimbell of Pittsburg; son and daughter-in-law, Kenneth and Sofia Kimbell of Longview; and daughter and son-in-law, Cindy and Mike Cox of Pittsburg; five grandchildren, Nicholas Dunavant, Carlin Cox, Cameron Cox, Tessa Cox and Derek Kimbell; a brother, Wayne Kimbell of Pittsburg; and a sister, Bobbie Higginbotham in Pittsburg; and numerous nieces, nephews, and uncle and aunt, J. D. and Ila J. Kimball of Pittsburg, and aunt and uncle, Jo and Horace Peek of Pittsburg. He was preceded in death by his parents Memorials may be made to: Honduras Children Home, C/O Emmanuel Baptist Church, 307 Elm Street, Pittsburg, Texas 75686. |
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Mr. Rountree passed away on Monday, October 18, 2010 in a Tyler hospital after a lengthy illness. Mr. Rountree was born on November 13, 1934 in Pittsburg, Texas, the son of the late Earl Wayne (”Doc”) and Mable Rountree. He was the sixth of ten children. Mr. Rountree graduated from Pittsburg High School. He went on to earn a Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Houston, with majors in geology and mathematics. Mr. Rountree spent his thirty-five year career as a computer analyst and programmer, working for Texaco, Lone Star Steel Company and North East Texas Community College. He loved sports and the outdoors, and he was an avid golfer and fisherman. Mr. Rountree married JoAnn (“Gigi”) Montalbano on January 18, 1964 in Houston, Texas. They lived most of their married life in Pittsburg, Texas, where they raised their two sons, Mark and Craig, and were members of Emmanuel Baptist Church. He was a devoted family man, and he cherished being “Papa Gaynor” to his four grandchildren. Mr. Rountree was pre-deceased by three brothers: Earl Wayne Rountree of Linden, TX, Pat Rountree of Andrews, TX and Frank Rountree of Little Rock, AR. He is survived by his wife, JoAnn, of Whitehouse, TX; son Mark, daughter-in-law Debra, and grandsons Steven and Jonathan of Coppell, TX; son Craig, daughter-in-law Betsy, and grandsons Zachary and Preston of Whitehouse, TX; brothers Curt Rountree of Lone Star, TX and Rex Rountree of Emory, TX; sister Joan Gunter of Little Rock, AR, Kathryn Conley of Linden, TX , Joyce Ryan of Pittsburg, TX and Linda Monts of Pittsburg, TX; and numerous in-laws, nephews and nieces. Visitation will be held on Tuesday, October 19, from 5-7pm at Erman Smith Funeral Home in Pittsburg, Texas |
| Martha Mullikin Russell - Pittsburg, Texas Mrs. Russell, 82, of Pittsburg and formerly of Marshall, died Tuesday, Oct. 12, 2010, in Pittsburg. A graveside service will be held at 2 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 14, at Woodlawn Cemetery in Marshall with Hans Mullikin officiating. Interment is under the direction of Erman Smith Funeral Home. Mrs. Russell was born on Sept. 16, 1928, in Marshall, the daughter of Hoyt and Frances Lane Mullikin. She was a member of Port/Caddo Baptist Church in Marshall and was a graduate of Marshall High School. She is survived by her daughter and son-in-law, Mary and Jimmy Edwards of Pittsburg; three grandchildren, Jonathan Russell Jeter, Joseph Randal Edwards, and Jonathan Gaines Harris; and two step-grandchildren, Barbara Summers and Mark Edwards. She was preceded in death by her husband, Leonard Earl Russell; a grandson, Jesse Lee Jeter IV; and her parents. |
| Birley Franklin "Bill" Arnold - Longview, Texas Mr. Franklin, 89, of Longview and formerly of Pittsburg, died Monday, Oct. 11, 2010, in Longview. A memorial service will be held at later date. Mr. Arnold was born on Sept. 12, 1921, in Crystal River, Fla., the son of Mitchell Franklin Arnold and Josie Beeder Knight Arnold. He was retired from the United States Navy and was a Pearl Harbor survivor. He was a member of Emmanuel Baptist Church. He is survived by his three sons and daughters-in-law, Thomas E. and Saadia Arnold of Temple, Mitchell O. and Patricia Arnold of San Antonio, and Jonathan B. and Michelle Arnold of Longview; and one daughter, Wanda C. Bates of Longview; nine grandchildren, Aaron James Denman and spouse Rachel, Jonathan Arnold, Elizabeth Denman Arnold, Ashley Arnold, Toni and John Werner, Melissa and Robert Seabourn, Kayla Gomez, Kevin and Christine Brown, and Megan Haines; and 12 great-grandchildren; and one brother, Mitch Arnold Jr. of Jesup, Ga.; and three sisters, Trudy Newbold of Homestead, Fla., Polly Castilli of Leesburg, Fla., and Mildred Guerreri of West Newton, Penn.; and daughter-in-law, Debra Lynn Denman Arnold Higgins of Abilene. He was preceded in death by his wife, Maxine Speck Arnold; his parents; a brother, Cecil Arnold; and son-in-law, Lanny Bates. Memorials may be made to: Wounded Warrior Project 7020 AC Skinner Pkwy., Suite 100, Jacksonville, Florida 32256 (www.woundedwariorproject.org); Navy-Marine Corps Relief Society, 875 North Randolph Street, Suite 225, Arlington, Virginia 22203 (www.nmcrs.org); or National Museum of the Pacific War, Admiral Nimitz Foundation, 328 E. Main Street, Fredericksburg, Texas 78624 (www.nimitz-museum.org). |
| Joan Fenn Ward - Pittsburg, Texas Services for Joan Fenn Ward, 76, Pittsburg, are scheduled for 2 p.m. Saturday at Pomerene Ward of the LDS Church, Pomerene, Ariz. Burial will be in Pomerene Arizona Cemetery under direction of Erman Smith Funeral Home. Mrs. Ward died Oct. 5, 2010. She was born March 11, 1934. Survivors include husband, Donald Ward, Pittsburg; sons, Mark Carling, Murlyn Carling, Jay Carling, Eric Carling, Todd Gilbert; daughters, Pamela Wallace, Janet McLellan; foster son, Michael Shelly; foster daughter, Patricia Coan; brothers, Karl Fenn, Donald Fenn, Vay Fenn; sisters, Louise Larson, Margarite Carruthers; 25 grandchildren; 27 great-grandchildren. |
| Elouise Bishop - Gilmer, Texas Mrs. Bishop, 81, of Gilmer, died Wednesday, Sept. 22, 2010, in Longview. A graveside service will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 25, at Willow Oak Cemetery in Upshur County with the Rev. Chris Jones officiating. Interment is under the direction of Erman Smith Funeral Home. Mrs. Bishop was born on Feb. 23, 1929, in Gladewater, the daughter of Henry C. White and Katie Lee Demoss White. She was a Baptist, and worked for 33 years for Mike Benet as a seamstress. She is survived by her husband, Billy Joe Bishop of Gilmer; three daughters and two sons-in-law, Margaret and Arlie Bradshaw of Plano, Mary and Terry Alford of White Oak, and Melinda Jo Green of White Oak; 10 grandchildren, Rhonda Bledsoe, John Bradshaw, Rickey Loyd, Billy Bradshaw, Dusty Bellotte, Jim Green, Russell Alford, Jeffrey Green, Joshua Green and Samantha Easley; and 13 great-grandchildren; and her brother, Billy F. White of Seagoville; and her sister, April Brown of Seagoville; and numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her son-in-law, Donnie Green; her parents; and four sisters and one brother. The family will receive friends from 5 - 7 p.m. Friday at Erman Smith Funeral Home. |
| Lillian Claire Cummings - Pittsburg, Texas Mrs. Cummings, 87, of Pittsburg, died Monday, Sept. 20, 2010, in Longview. Services will be held at 2 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 23, at New Mine Baptist Church in Camp County with Bro. Tim Parker officiating. Interment will follow at New Mine Cemetery under the direction of Erman Smith Funeral Home. Pallbearers will be Casey Cummings, Jason Cummings, Dillon Richardson, Wesley Richardson, Jim Miller, and Matthew Parker. Mrs. Cummings was born on Dec. 31, 1922, in Camp County, the daughter of Thomas Music Ellison and Alpha Anna Wray Ellison. She was a housewife and mother and a life -long member of the New Mine Baptist Church. She is survived by her husband, Hubert Cummings of Pittsburg; two sons and daughters-in-law, David and Molly Cummings of Diana, and Bobby and Kathy Cummings of Pittsburg; six grandchildren, Gina Richardson, C. J. Littleton, Sandy Robertson, Jason Cummings, Casey Cummings, and Cara Cummings; and numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents. The family will receive friends from 4 p.m. - 6 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home. |
| Rally Laken Roopchand - Tyler, Texas Rally Laken Roopchand, infant, of Tyler died on Sunday, Sept. 19, 2010, in Tyler. A graveside service will be held at 10 a.m. Thursday, Sept. 23, at Ebenezer Cemetery in Camp County, with Bro. Keith Graham officiating. Interment will be under the direction of Erman Smith Funeral Home. Rally Laken was born on Sept. 19, 2010 in Tyler. She is survived by her parents, Renold Bobby Roopchand and Samantha Brummell Roopchand of Tyler; grandparents, Gerald and Tammie Brummell of Pittsburg, Bridghal Roopchand of Toronto, Ontario, Canada, and Anjanie Roopchand of Montreal, Quebec, Canada; and great-grandparents, Doug and Myrtle Sample and G.W. and Ava Brummell, all of Pittsburg, and Parbhati Dhansa of Toronto, Canada; and two aunts, Cyndel Brummell of Pittsburg and Diana Roopchand of New Jersey; and an uncle, Richard Roopchand of Montreal, Canada. Memorials may be made to: Brummell-Roopchand Fund at Cypress Bank, P.O. Box 849, Pittsburg, Texas 75686. |
| Harold C. Rhea - Pittsburg, Texas Mr. Rhea, 92, of Pittsburg died Thursday, Sept. 16, 2010, in Tyler. Services will be held at 2 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 19 at Erman Smith Funeral Home Chapel with Charles L. Thompson officiating. Interment will follow at Center Grove Cemetery under the direction of Erman Smith Funeral Home. Pallbearers will be his grandchildren. Mr. Rhea was born on Feb. 24, 1918, in Mount Pleasant, the son of Lee and Ada Garrett Rhea. He was a retired carpenter, building residential homes. He was a member of the Church of Christ. He is survived by his son and daughter-in-law, Richard and Linda Rhea of Judson; five daughters and sons-in-law, Bonnie and Dwight Askew of Houston, Sue and Gary Andrews, Doris and Rick Turner, and Rita and Trip Wilcox, all of Tyler, and Rhonda and Mike Wilkins of Liberty City; and 20 grandchildren and several great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents. Visitation will be from 1 p.m. - 2 p.m. before the services on Sunday at the funeral home. Memorials may be to a charity of your choice. |
| Justin Blake Cooper - Leesburg, Texas Mr. Cooper, 26, of Leesburg died Sunday, Sept. 12, 2010, in Croffnore, N.C. A graveside service will be held at 10 a.m. Friday, Sept. 17, at Maple Springs Cemetery in Camp County with Jim Edwards officiating. Interment is under the direction of Erman Smith Funeral Home. Mr. Cooper was born on Aug. 31, 1984, in Mount Pleasant. He was a welder and had graduated from Pittsburg High School. He is survived by his wife, Kimberly Andrews Cooper of Hughes Springs; two daughters, Madison Grace Cooper of Hughes Springs and Gracie LeeAnn Cooper of Dallas; his mother and stepfather, Nancy and Bill Blain of Leesburg; his father and stepmother, Chris and Cathy Cooper of Pine; two brothers, Steven McNeil of Tyler and Jacob Cooper of Pittsburg; and a sister, Tracy McNeil Ford of Tyler. The family will receive friends from 5 - 7 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 16, at the funeral home. |
| Nancy Sue Bostick - Pittsburg, Texas Nancy Bostick, 37, of Pittsburg died Friday, Sept. 10, 2010, in Pittsburg. Services were held at 10 a.m. Monday, Sept. 13 at First Pentecostal Church with Bro. L. F. Hess officiating. Interment will follow at Morrow Chapel Cemetery in Ola under the direction of Erman Smith Funeral Home. Pallbearers were Favian Gonzalez, Alfonso Alegria, Jose Ramirez, Ignacio Sanchez, Delwin Henderson and Adrian Recendiz. Ms. Bostick was born on Nov. 20, 1972, in Terrell, the daughter of Coy Bee Bostick and Pamela Gean McCoy. She is survived by a daughter and son-in-law, Ashley and Ivan Hernandez of New Boston; and two grandchildren, Vianca Meza and Lisha Hernandez both of New Boston; a brother, Gerald Baines of Tyler; and three sisters, Sherry Bostick, Tressa Bostick, and Kim Sanchez, all of Pittsburg; and nieces and nephews, Erika Tovar, Tristan Bostick, Kaleb Villeda, Monica Peacock, Filip Sweeny and Francisco Melendez. She was preceded in death by her parents. |
| Enrique Solorio - Pittsburg, Texas Mr. Solorio, 48, of Pittsburg, died Friday, Sept. 10, 2010, in Pittsburg. Services will be held in Capacho Cemetery, Michocan, Mexico. Mr. Solorio was born on Nov. 4, 1961, in Guadalajara, Mexico, the son of Ramiro Solorio and Margarita Chavez. He was employed by Sonic and was a member of Holy Cross Catholic Church. He is survived by his wife, Micaela Cisneros Solorio of Pittsburg; two sons, Eric Santiago Solorio and Alonso Solorio, both of Pittsburg; and a daughter, Miriam Solorio of Pittsburg; and a brother, Carlos Solorio of Mexico; and two sisters, Maria De Jesus Solorio and Ana Rosa Solorio, both of Mexico. He was preceded in death by his father. |
| Johnnie Carroll Bynum - Dallas, Texas Mr. Bynum, 70, of Dallas, died Thursday, Sept. 9, 2010, at his residence. Services will be held at 2 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 12, at Erman Smith Funeral Home Chapel with Bro. Billie John House, and Perry and Paul Henderson officiating. Interment will follow at Ebenezer Cemetery in Camp County under the direction of Erman Smith Funeral Home. Mr. Bynum was born on Nov. 8, 1939, in Pittsburg, the son of O. V. Bynum and Walcie Lou Gautney Bynum. He was a Baptist. He worked as a service tech for Sears in the automotive department. He is survived by his wife, Virginia Bynum of Dallas; a son, Johnnie Carroll Bynum Jr. of Dallas; and daughter and son-in-law, Joanna Velen Duevel and spouse Thomas of Whitewright; and five grandchildren, Jake Powell, Sean Powell, Corey Powell, Nicholas Bynum and Wyatt Bynum; and two sisters and a brother-in-law, Margie Godsey of Pittsburg and Glenda and David McNeil of Pittsburg; and numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents. Visitation is from 4 - 6 p.m. Saturday at the funeral home. |
| Eddie Walker - Ft. Worth, Texas Mr. Walker, 48, of Fort Worth, died Monday, Sept. 6, 2010, at Lake Cypress Springs. Services will be held at 1 p.m. Friday, Sept. 10 at Erman Smith Funeral Home Chapel with the Rev. Tim Ruland officiating. Interment will follow at Winfield Cemetery under the direction of Erman Smith Funeral Home. Pallbearers will be R. J. White, Steven White, Tim McGowen, Steve Crossett, Michael Britton, and Ian O'Brien. Mr. Walker was born on July 19, 1962, in Fort Worth. He was a Christian. He is survived by his wife, Marian O'Brien Walker of Fort Worth; two stepsons and spouse, R. J. and Danna White and Steven White, all of Pittsburg; and three grandchildren, Tristin, Tori and Amber; his mother and stepfather, Jerry and George Goodson of Winfield; and brother, Jimmie Walker and half brother, Tommie Walker both of Fort Worth; and numerous other relatives. He was preceded in death by is father, Tommie Walker; and stepdaughter, Kristin White. The family will receive friends from 9 a.m. - 11 a.m. Friday at the funeral home. |
| David Spratt Goolsby - Pittsburg, Texas Mr. Goolsby, 72, of Pittsburg died Tuesday, Sept. 7, 2010, in Pittsburg. A graveside service will be held at 10 a.m. Friday, Sept. 10 at New Mine Cemetery in Camp County with Bro. Tim Parker officiating. Interment is under the direction of Erman Smith Funeral Home. Mr. Goolsby was born on March 5, 1938, in Pittsburg, the son of Morris Sheppard Goolsby and Faye Spratt Goolsby. He worked as a farmer and was a member of New Mine Baptist Church. He had attended Kilgore College and was a genealogy activist. He is survived by his sister, Jo Ann Barnes of Pittsburg; a niece, Leah Reagan; and two nephews, David Laden and Philip Laden. He was preceded in death by his parents. Visitation will be from 6 - 8 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home. |
| Nola I. Hobbs - Pittsburg, Texas Mrs. Hobbs, 70, of Pittsburg died Monday, August 9, 2010 in Pittsburg. Services will be held Wednesday, August 11, at 10 a.m. at Saint William Laud Episcopal Church in Pittsburg with interment at Dallas-Fort Worth National Cemetery in Dallas. Mrs. Hobbs was born on May 8, 1940, in Hugo, Okla., the daughter of R.B. Taylor and Alma Collins Taylor. She was a homemaker, real estate agent, and secretary for the Thunderbird Volunteer Fire Department for three years. She was a member of Mount Pleasant First Christian Church and of the Garden Club. She is survived by her husband, Leonard Hobbs of Pittsburg; a son, Lt. Col. Kenneth Todd Hobbs of Fort Bragg, N.C.; and a daughter, Andrea Wenholz of Austin; and two grandchildren, Claire and Allison Wenholz of Austin; and a sister, Sondra Forester of Boise, Idaho. She was preceded in death by her parents. No visitation is planned. |
| Robert Glenn Fitch - Pittsburg, Texas Mr. Fitch, 37, of Pittsburg died Monday, August 09, 2010, in Pittsburg. Services will be held at 2 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 11, at Erman Smith Funeral Home with the Rev. Richard Heyduck officiating. Interment will be held at 3 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 12, at Willow Cemetery in Haskell under the direction of Erman Smith Funeral Home. Rosary will be held from 6 - 7 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 10, at Erman Smith Funeral Home Chapel. Mr. Fitch was born on Dec. 22, 1972, in Longview. He attended school in Pittsburg and the Christian Academy in Mount Pleasant. He worked for Pilgrims Pride 12 years as a fork lift operator. He was a member of Christ the King Catholic Church where he was baptized and confirmed in Kilgore. He is survived by his three sons, Jackson Fitch and Kaleb Fitch both of Pittsburg and Landon Fitch of Mount Vernon; and a daughter, Dakota Fitch of Pittsburg; his mother, Susan Loyd of Pittsburg; and step father, Steven Loyd of Mountainburg, Ark.; his father, Robert Fitch of Tyler; and two brothers and sisters-in-law, Jason and Marcia Fitch of Pittsburg and Jeremy and Crystal Loyd of Whitehouse; and grandmothers, Virginia Hall of Pittsburg, Virginia Fitch of Tyler; grandfather, Billy Harris and spouse, Tita of Kilgore; uncle, Russell Fitch of Tyler; aunts, Julie McKinney and spouse Andy of Manuel, Norma Russell and spouse Don of Tyler, Diana Holmes and spouse Herman of Tyler and Melissa Dow and spouse Eddie of Tyler; and niece and nephew, Dylan and Kylie Fitch. The family will receive friends from 11 a.m. until time of service on Wednesday. |
| Don Grant - Pittsburg, Texas Mr. Grant, 70, of Pittsburg, died July 29, 2010. A memorial service will be held 11 a.m. Monday, Aug. 2, at the Erman Smith Funeral Home Chapel with Bro. Jackie Findley officiating. Mr. Grant was born Nov. 30, 1939, in Palaska to Horace Campbell Grant and Ruby Lee West Grant. He was a retired butcher and a member of the Church of Christ. He is survived by his spouse, Ellen Grant of Pittsburg; son Robert Grant of Pittsburg; daughter Ginger Mitchell of Pittsburg; grandchildren Hunter Grant of Pittsburg; Serenity Mitchell, Sierra Mitchell and Bradley Mitchell, all of Perryville. Sisters Sandra Carmack of Hampton, Illinois and Faylene Connor of Buncombe Creek, Oklahoma. He was preceded in death by a brother Richard Grant, and his parents. Memorials may be made to the Morris County 4-H. |
| Rex T. Banks - Pittsburg, Texas Mr. Banks, 84, of Pittsburg, died Saturday, July 24, 2010, in Pittsburg. Services will be held at 2 p.m. Tuesday, July 27 at Erman Smith Funeral Home Chapel with Bro. Doyle Rust and Bro. Chris Jones officiating. Interment will follow at Willow Oak Cemetery in Upshur County under the direction of Erman Smith Funeral Home. Pallbearers will be his grandchildren. Mr. Banks was born on Oct. 23, 1925, in Titus County, the son of Nathanial Banks and Elizabeth Scott Banks. He was a member of Bethel Baptist Church and was retired from Lone Star Steel. He is survived by his wife, Louise Banks of Pittsburg; two sons and a daughter-in-law, Terry and Hollace Banks and Eric Banks, all of Pittsburg; and two daughters and sons-in-law, Marilyn and Jim Brinkley of Kilgore and Kathy and Neil Michael of Forney; and eight grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren; and a sister, Edith Roberts of Caddo Mills; and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents. The family will receive friends from 6 - 8 p.m. Monday at the funeral home. |
| Sandra C. Hudgins - Brookshire, Texas Graveside services for former Pittsburg resident, Sandra C. Hudgins, 67, of Brookshire will be held at 10 a.m. July 22 at Rose Hill Cemetery with the Rev. Richard Heyduck officiating. Miss Hudgins was born Feb. 3, 1943 in Memphis, Tenn. She died July 18 at Heritage Park in Katy. |
| Pamela Mignon Cook - Pittsburg, Texas Mrs. Cook, 64, of Pittsburg, died July 16, 2010 at her residence. Services will be held 11 a.m. Monday, July 19, at the Erman Smith Funeral Home Chapel with Brother Davis Kizer officiating. Interment will follow at the Ebenezer Cemetery under the direction of the Erman Smith Funeral Home. Pallbearers will be Corey Garner, Steve Swinney, Richard Penn, Thomas Cravey, Tom Kilburn and B.G. Hall. Honorary pallbearers are Joe Jewell and Andy Jones. Mrs. Cook was born June 14, 1946 in Irving to Robert W. Harp and Bessie Colleen McBay Luker. She is survived by spouse Michael J. Cook of Pittsburg; three sons and daughters-in-law, David and Carla Garner of Irving, Greg and Kerri Cook of Dripping Springs, and Aaron Wade Cook of Pittsburg; daughter and son-in-law Shauna and Chad McNutt of Pittsburg; brother Dennis Fuller of Pigeon Forge, Tenn.; sisters Donna Marshall of Destin, Fl. and Marianne Munroe of Dallas; 11 grandchildren. The family will receive friends from 6-8 p.m. Sunday at the funeral home. |
| Ronnie McNutt - Pittsburg, Texas Mr. McNutt, 65, of Pittsburg, died Saturday, July 10, 2010, at his residence. Services will be held at 2 p.m. Tuesday, July 13 at Erman Smith Funeral Home with Bro. Doyle Rust officiating. Interment will follow at Ebenezer Cemetery under the direction of Erman Smith Funeral Home. Pallbearers will be Scotty Haywood, Chad McNutt, Darrin McNutt, Dennis McNutt, Steven McNutt and Joe Lindley. Mr. McNutt was born on March 19, 1945, in Pittsburg, the son of Loyd and Elsie White McNutt. He worked as a truck driver for many years and he was a Baptist. He is survived by his two daughters and a son-in-law, Ronda Sawyer of Pittsburg, and Tonya and Brad Stansbury of Humble; four grandchildren and spouse, Leslie and Kristopher Smith, Dillon Sawyer, Isabelle Stansbury, Kaleb Stansbury; and two great-grandchildren; a brother and sister-in-law, Steve and Connie McNutt of Pittsburg; and sister and brother-in-law, Gloria and Weldon Haywood of Pittsburg; and numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his wife, Wanda Fay McNutt; a son, Phillip Loyd McNutt; grandson, Justin Sawyer; his parents; and sisters-in-law, Barbara Calhoun and Cherry Knowles. Memorials may be made to Mothers Against Drunk Driving East Texas, 215 Winchester Drive, Suite 100, Tyler, Texas 75701. |
| Marcelle Morris Boyd - Little Rock, Arkansas Mrs. Boyd, 88, of Little Rock, Ark., died Thursday, July 8, 2010, in Little Rock. A graveside service will be held at 12 p.m. Saturday, July 10, at Matinburg Cemetery in Camp County with Ken Jerome officiating. Interment is under direction of Erman Smith Funeral Home. Pallbearers are Marc White, Tim White, Blaine Pratt, Leo Sakhvoruk and Jed Conklin. Honorary pallbearers are Joe Harrel and David Duke. Mrs. Boyd was born on Oct. 27, 1921, in Pittsburg, the daughter of Claburn Burk Morris and Ruby Cope Morris. She is survived by her husband, Johnny Greene Boyd of Little Rock, Ark.; two daughters and a son-in-law, Linda and Danny White of Little Rock, Ark., and Judy Pratt of Selinsgrove, Pa.; six grandchildren, Marc White, Karen Duke, Tim White, Blaine Pratt, Vaughn Conklin and Courtney Sakhvoruk. She was preceded in death by her parents; a brother, Lacy Ward Morris; and three sisters, Monteze Julian, LaJuana Law, and Sybil Harrel. |
| Frances Jackson - Leesburg, Texas Mrs. Jackson, 59, of Leesburg died July 2, 2010, at her residence. Services will be held 2 p.m. Monday, July 5, at Eaves Temple Tabernacle Church in Leesburg with Bro. Doyle Rust and Bro. Jeff Morrow officiating. Interment will follow at the Leesburg Cemetery, under the direction of the Erman Smith Funeral Home. Pallbearers will be Dennis McNutt, Chris White, Will Hallonquist, Tom Batchelor, Brian Cummings and Jody Nichols. Mrs. Jackson was born Aug. 21, 1950, in Gilmer to Frank Rose and Mildred Buchanan Rose. She was retired from the Pittsburg ISD, where she worked in the cafeteria. She was a member of the Eaves Tabernacle Baptist Church. She is survived by spouse Bobby Jackson of Leesburg, sons and daughters-in-law Jerry and Shelly Jackson of Fort Worth and Brent and Crystal Jackson of Leeburg; six grandchildren, Ally Jackson, Jacob Jackson, Parker Jackson, Brittany Jackson, Josiah Jackson and Jonah Jackson; brother Frank Gilmore of Gilmer and sister Pam Langford of Gilmer; and aunt Alva Autry of DeSoto. She was preceded in death by her parents and a sister, Donna Rose. The family will receive friend 4-6 p.m. Sunday at the funeral home. |
| Anthony "Tony" Matulis, Jr. - Pittsburg, Texas Mr. Matulis, 78, of Pittsburg died Saturday, June 26, 2010, at East Texas Medical Center. Services will be held at 10 a.m. Tuesday, June 29 at Holy Cross Catholic Church with Father Ariel Cortez officiating. Interment will follow at Rose Hill Cemetery under the direction of Erman Smith Funeral Home. Mr. Matulis was born on May 21, 1932, in West Frankfurt, Illinois. He was a member of the Holy Cross Catholic Church in Pittsburg and Knights of Columbus. He was a full time ASA Umpire for over 40 years. He also retired from the Air Force in 1974 with 23 years of service, and worked 10 years at Lone Star Steel in Shipping. He is survived by his son, Thomas and Lesia Matulis of Pittsburg, two grandchildren, Samantha and Courtney Matulis of Pittsburg, two brothers Jim Matulis of New York and Tom Matulis of Spokane, Washington, and one sister Delores McDivit of Delaware. He was preceded in death by his parents and three children Faith Michelle Matulis, Kimberly Ann Matulis, and Anthony Joseph Matulis. Pallbearers for the funeral will include Lynn Minick, Bob Thomas, Rafe Green, Michael Jones, Robby Kethley, and Clay Jones, with honorary pallbearers including Phillip Hawkins, Jackie Howell, Weldon Peek, Mark Jones, Jake Richardson, Mike Reynolds, and Greg Lewis. |
| Marvin Bragg - Pittsburg, Texas Mr. Bragg, 78, of Pittsburg died Friday, June 18, 2010, in Pittsburg. A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday, June 22, at St. William Laud Episcopal Church with the Rev. Terry Mathews officiating. Honorary pallbearers are Carey White, Skip Cutler, Leonard Hobbs, Tina Gristy, Bob Pashby, Derek Bragg, Ryan Bragg and Justin Bragg. Mr. Bragg was born on Oct. 23, 1931, in Scranton, Iowa, the son of William Evert Bragg and Edith Lavera Mangham Bragg. He was a veteran serving in the United States Air Force from 1951-1955 and was retired air traffic controller. He was a member of Princedale Country Club. The family will receive friends from 5- 7 p.m. Monday at the funeral home. He is survived by Jo Ann Bragg of Pittsburg; three sons and daughters-in-law, Dennis and Mickey Bragg of Downingtown, Pa., Terry and Lori Bragg of Tyler, and Rick and Vickie Bragg of Houston; six grandchildren, Derek, Ryan, Justin, Jordan, Jenna and Jillian Bragg; and one sister, Marion Bragg of Newell, Iowa; and numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; and one sister, Ruthe Anderson. |
| Phyllis Coulter - Pittsburg, Texas Mrs. Coulter, 73, of Pittsburg died Thursday, June 17 in Pittsburg. Services will be held at 10 a.m. Tuesday, June 22, at Erman Smith Funeral Home with the Rev. Richard Heyduck officiating. Interment will follow at Lakeview Memorial Gardens in Longview under the direction of Erman Smith Funeral Home. Mrs. Coulter was born on October 18, 1936, in Muncie, Indiana to Lewis Edward Cool and Margret Lydia Aikey Cool. She was a member of the First United Methodist Church in Pittsburg, active in the United Methodist Women, and the Food Pantry. She is survived by one son and daughter-in-law, Don and Beth Craig of San Antonio, and one daughter and son-in-law Kay and Gene Johnson of Pittsburg, two brothers and sisters in law, Lewis and Carol Cool of Bradenton, Fl. and Jerry and Shirley Wine of Celina, Ohio, and two sisters and a brother-in-law: Patty and Roger Cottorman of Piqua, Ohio and Paula Fields of Celina, Ohio, and numerous grand children and great grand children, nieces and nephews. Ms. Coulter was preceded in death by two husbands: Don Craig and Milton Coulter, and her parents. The family will receive friends from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. on Monday, June 21, at the Erman Smith Funeral Home. |
| Esther P. Saunders - Flippin, Arkansas Mrs. Saunders, 96, of Flippin, Ark., died Sunday, June 13, 2010, in Mountain Home, Ark. Services will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday, June 19, at Erman Smith Funeral Home Chapel. Interment will follow at Macedonia Cemetery under the direction of Erman Smith Funeral Home. Ms. Saunders was born on May 13, 1914, in Camp County to Luther Posey and Nancy Mason Posey. She was a Baptist, and was a seamstress and homemaker. She is survived by her two sons, Bernard Saunders of Houma, La. and Roy Saunders of Flippin, Ark.; and 11 grandchildren and one great-grandchild. She was preceded in death by her husband, Dodd D. Saunders; one son, Wilmonth Saunders; one grandson, Russell Saunders; and her parents\ Visitation will be from 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. Friday at the funeral home. |
| Jesse Clark- Hope, Arkansas Jesse Clark, 69, of Hope, Ark. died Tuesday, June 15, 2010, in Stamps, Ark. A memorial service will be held at 1 p.m. Saturday, June 19, at Erman Smith Funeral Home with Bro. Ben Terry officiating. Mr. Clark was born on July 29, 1940, in Mount Vernon, the son of A.L. Clark and Ota Pearl Rutland Clark. He was a Baptist and worked as an electrician. He was a member of Local Union #301 IBEW for 44 years. He is survived by his two sons and daughters-in-law, Kenneth and Becky Clark of Gladewater and Michael and Stephanie Clark of Hope, Ark.; and daughter and son-in-law, Kimberly and Chris Spencer of Crosby; seven grandchildren, Brittany Clark, Kindall Spencer, Mackenzie Spencer, Dillon Reed, Kelsey Reed, Aaron Murrell and Christian Rolls; five brothers, A. L. Clark Jr. of Denton, Joe Clark of San Antonio, Ray Clark of Richardson, Walter Clark and Jerry Clark both of Gatesville; and a sister, Virginia Morgan of Tennessee. He was preceded in death by his wife JoAnne Clark on Oct. 8, 2005; his parents; a brother, Bobby Clark; and nephew, Jerry Lynn Clark Jr. |
| Esteene Harrison Coffman - Pittsburg, Texas Esteene Harrison Coffman, 90 of Pittsburg, died Tuesday, June 15, 2010, in Pittsburg. A graveside service will be held at 10 a.m. Thursday, June 17, with Virgil Faires officiating at Forest Lawn Memorial Park in Mount Pleasant under the direction of Erman Smith Funeral Home. Mrs. Coffman was born on June 23, 1919 in Trevat in Trinity County, the daughter of George C. Fox and Lillian Jessie Webb Fox. She was a member of Greer Blvd. Church of Christ, and she was a homemaker. She is survived by her stepson and spouse, Danny and Linda Coffman of Houston; two stepdaughters and a spouse, Janet Bolton of Richardson, and Karen and Bob Davis of Huntington, W. Va.; nine grandchildren, Kristi Frye, Cheryl Bolton, Julie Willeke, Shirley Mueller, John Paul Bolton, David Coffman, Michael Coffman, Catherine Coffman and Mark Coffman; and six great-grandchildren; and special friend, Mary Edwards of Pittsburg. She was preceded in death by two husbands, Jack Harrison and James Coffman; and her parents. |
| James Ripley - Sugarland, Texas James N. "Rip" Ripley, 81, of Sugarland and formerly Pittsburg died Sunday, June 6, 2010, in Houston. Services will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday, June 10, at First Baptist Church in Pittsburg with Bro. Steve Packer officiating. Interment will follow at Forest Lawn Cemetery in Mount Pleasant. Pallbearers will be Spencer Morell, Wayne Franklin, Don Alexander, Mark Alexander, Ben Bright, and Ken Collins. Honorary pallbearers are Harold Rogers, Chris Peek, Johnny Peek, Mickey Crowell and Roy Bullard. Mr. Ripley was born on Sept. 8, 1928, in Eldorado, Ark., the son of Karl Vincent Ripley and Irma Culberson Ripley. He served in the United States Marine Corps and owned and operated Ripley Bookkeeping Service for many years. He retired from Mike Benet Formals after 38 years. He is survived by his two daughters and a son-in-law, Mary Anne and Barry Collins of Sugarland, and Karla Ripley of Shepherd; two grandchildren, Christin and Spencer Morell of Nacogdoches and Barrett Hayes Collins of Sugarland; and two great-grandchildren, Colline Morell and Bailey Morell of Nacogdoches; and a sister-in-law, Jo Bright of Mount Pleasant; and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his wife, Betty Bright Ripley; his parents; and two sisters, Kathryn Hammer and Maudine Robbins. |
| Roy Lackey - Pittsburg, Tx Mr Lackey died Saturday, June 5, 2010, in Pittsburg at the age of 69. Services will be held at 10 a.m. Wednesday, June 9, at St. William Laud Episcopal Church in Pittsburg with the Rev. Terry Matthews officiating. Interment will follow at Crossroads Cemetery under the direction of Erman Smith Funeral Home. Mr. Lackey was born on Jan. 29, 1941, in Cheyenne, Okla., the son of James Lackey and Mary Elizabeth Bryant Lackey. He was a member of St. William Laud Episcopal Church and was a heavy equipment operator in the construction business. He is survived by his wife, Eppie Lackey; four sons, James Lackey of Tokyo, Japan, Leroy Duran of Leadville, Colo., Harold Duran of Pittsburg, and John Duran of Junction City, Ark.; and two daughters, Lynda Kay Cox of Dumas and Brenda Lackey McCullough of Burnsdall, Okla.; and 14 grandchildren and four great-grandchildren; a brother, Bill Lackey of Cortez, Colo.; and two sisters, Mary June Ridley of Dumas and Veleta Most of Amarillo. He was preceded in death by his parents; three brothers and three sisters. |
| Bobby "Bobkat" Richardson - Pittsburg, Texas Mr. Richardson, 51 of Pittsburg died June 4, 2010 in Mount Vernon. Services will be held 2 p.m. Monday, June 7, at the First United Methodist Church of Pittsburg with Rev. Richard Heyduck officiating. Interment will follow at Macedonia Cemetery under the direction of the Erman Smith Funeral Home. Pallbearers will be Jim Bayuk, Bobby Stuard, Mike DeWoody, Melvin Richardson, Thomas Matulis, and Pat McConaughey. Mr. Richardson was born Feb. 9, 1959 in Pittsburg, to Loyd E. Richardson and Mattye Ruth Reynolds Richardson. He was a Pittsburg High School graduate and played football at TCU, where he graduated in 1981 with a BBA degree. He was the owner and general contractor for Paradise Gardens and Bobkat. He served on the Pittsburg school board for six years, and also served on the board of the Farm Bureau. He was also a youth baseball coach. Survivors include spouse Jan Richardson of Pittsburg; two sons, Jake Richardson and Luke Richardson, both of Pittsburg; daughter Mattye Richardson of Pittsburg; brother and sister-in-law Jim and Anita Richardson of Pittsburg; sister Nancy Richardson of Longview; niece Autumn Kelley and nephew Trent Richardson. He was preceded in death by his parents. The family will receive friends from 4-6 p.m. Sunday at the funeral home. |
| Myrtle Mae McNutt- Lake Jackson, Texas Mrs. McNutt , 93, of Lake Jackson and formerly of Pittsburg, died Wednesday, June 2 in Clute. Service was held at 11 a.m. Friday, June 4, at Erman Smith Funeral Home Chapel with Richard Heyduck officiating. Interment followed at Rose Hill Cemetery under the direction of Erman Smith Funeral Home. Mrs. McNutt was born on June 11, 1916, in Sherman, the daughter of Coleman Laviga Starkey and Nora White Starkey. She was a member of the First United Methodist Church in Pittsburg, the Order of the Eastern Star, and the Garden Club. She was also a golfer. She is survived by two daughters and a son-in-law, Kay Pruett of Lake Jackson, and Ray Barnwell and spouse Raymond of Beaumont; and four grandchildren, Amber Kae Barnwell, Jason Coleman Barnwell and spouse Cheryl, Paul Pruett, and Jacque Camacho and her children, Amber Camacho and Anthony Camacho; and one sister, Joanne Chevalier of Gilmer. She was preceded in death by her husband, F. E. "Jack" McNutt; and her parents. |
| Laverta Diffey - Pittsburg, Texas Mrs. Diffey, 85, of Pittsburg died Monday, May 31, 2010, at her residence. Services will be held at 10 a.m. Thursday, June 3, at Erman Smith Funeral Home Chapel with Bro. Duane Turner officiating. Interment will follow at Ebenezer Cemetery under the direction of Erman Smith Funeral Home. Pallbearers will be Beau Brummell, John Mark Brummell, Gerald Wayne Brummell, G. W. Brummell, Robert Brummell, Reggie Brummell and Richard Smith. Mrs. Diffey was born on July 26, 1924, in Camp County, the daughter of Cleave and Maggie Riley. She sold Avon, and had worked for Mike Benet as a seamstress. She was a member of Ebenezer Friendship Baptist Church in Pittsburg, where she taught children's Sunday school for many years. She is survived by two sons and a daughter-in-law, Tony and Linda Diffey of Mount Pleasant, and Terry Diffey of Longview; two grandchildren, Brenna Diffey of Dallas, and Shanna and Richard Smith of Longview; and three great-granddaughters, Harleigh, Harper, and Hudson Smith; and a great-grandson, Holden Smith; and numerous nieces and nephews and other family. She was preceded in death by her husband, Oliver Diffey. in January of 1975; and her parents; a brother, A.C. Riley and a sister, Willie Mae Brummell Nixon. The family will receive friends from 5 - 7 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home. |
| David Bynum - Pittsburg, Texas Mr. Bynum, 32, of Pittsburg died Sunday, May 30, 2010, in Camp County. Services will be held at 10 a.m. Wednesday, June 2, at Erman Smith Funeral Home Chapel with Bro. Kyle Smith officiating. Interment will follow at Macedonia Cemetery under the direction of Erman Smith Funeral Home. Pallbearers will be Jake Proffitt, Lance Duke, Chad Cunningham, Blake Stansbury, Floyd Meade and Carl Rozell. Honorary pallbearers are Stephen Loving, Brian Copeland, Kevin Copeland, Cole Hefner, Clay Hefner, Jacob Hefner, and Jed Hefner. Mr. Bynum was born on July 1, 1977, in Pittsburg. He was a welder, and a member of First Baptist Church. He is survived by his wife, April Bynum of Longview; two daughters, Mailey Cherie Bynum and Allison Mac Bynum, both of Longview; his father and stepmother, Jimmy and Kim Bynum and mother and stepfather, Debbie and Larry Copeland, all of Pittsburg; a sister and brother-in-law, Amy and Chad Cunningham of Mount Vernon; his maternal grandparents, Carroll and Mildred Robinson of Pittsburg; paternal grandmother, Ollie Belle Bynum of Pittsburg; a nephew, Kaden Proffitt; and nieces, Kenley Proffitt and Kember Cunningham, all of Mount Vernon; and numerous aunts, uncles, cousins and friends. He was preceded in death by his paternal grandfather, William E. Bynum. The family will receive friends from 5 - 7 p.m. Tuesday at the funeral home. |
| Timothy Mark Jordan - Pittsburg, Texas Mr. Jordan, 53, of Pittsburg died Friday, May 28, 2010, in Tyler. Services are set for 11:00 a.m. Sunday, May 30, at Erman Smith Funeral Home Chapel with Danny Willis officiating. Interment will be at Rose Hill Cemetery in Pittsburg. Mr. Jordan was born on March 11, 1957, in San Luis Obispo, California. He was a Jehovah's Witness, and a member of the American Welding Society and the Society of Manufacturing Engineers. He is survived by his wife, Sandra Jordan of Pittsburg; father Richard Holman of Morro Bay, California, and mother and stepfather Dorothy and Charles Jordan of McKinney; three sons and one daughter-in-law: Matthew Jordan and Mark Jordan, both of Pittsburg, and Jason and Adriana Jordan of Hooks; two daughters and sons-in-laws: Melinda and Jorge Longoria of Pittsburg, and Melissa and Chris Carroll of Gilmer, and one grandchild Evey Jordan of Hooks. Other survivors are: brothers Steven Holman, Dale Weaver, Thomas Jordan, and Robert Weaver, Jr.; and sister Tammy Jordan. The family will receive friends from 9:00 to 11:00 a.m. Sunday, May 30, at Erman Smith Funeral Home. |
| Charles Lee Brown - Mt. Pleasant, Texas Mr. Brown, 52, of Mount Pleasant, died Wednesday, May 26, 2010, in Sulphur Springs. Funeral services are set for 2:00 p.m. Monday, May 31, at Erman Smith Funeral Home Chapel in Pittsburg with Bro. Keith Graham officiating, with interment to follow at Forest Lawn Memorial Park in Mount Pleasant. Pallbearers will be Scotty Brown, Chris Brown, Scooter Arnold, Matt Nelson, Jr. Waldrep, Matt Bowers, and Ryan Olson Brown. Mr. Brown was born on October 26, 1957, in Poteau, Oklahoma. He worked as a truck driver for Pilgrim Industries. He is survived by his wife, Virginia Brown of Mount Pleasant; his parents, Orvil Lee Brown of Arkansas, and Lenora Gibson of Alabama; two sons, Charles Lee Brown, Jr. of Oklahoma and Jared Brown of Southside, Alabama; two daughters and one son-in-law, Jamie Brown of Oklahoma, and Amanda and Matt Bowers of Mount Pleasant; and five grandchildren. Other survivors include brothers Randy Allen Brown of Henderson, Ronnie Brown of Gadsden, Alabama; Frank Brown of Sherman, and Don Brown of Longview; three sisters, Wanda Couch of Poteau, Oklahoma; Viola Hays of Henderson, and Jodie Holliday of Georgia; and several nieces and nephews. The family will receive friends from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. Sunday, May 30, at Erman Smith Funeral Home in Pittsburg |
| Hondo Hallonquist - Pittsburg, Texas Mr. Hallonquist, 57, of Pittsburg, died Tuesday, May 25, 2010, in Pittsburg. Services will be held at 2 p.m. Friday, May 28, at Erman Smith Funeral Home Chapel with the Bro. Howard Morris and Bro. Wesley Vandever officiating. Interment will follow at the Ebenezer Cemetery under the direction of Erman Smith Funeral Home. Pallbearers will be Denni Steward, Ricky Bates, James C. Ellison, Bobby Ellison, Bobby Joe French, and Vincent McCain, with honorary junior pallbearer Dalton Steward. Mr. Hallonquist was born on September 2, 1952, in Houston to Laurent William Hallonquist and Billie Wagoner Hallonquist. He served in the U.S. Army, was a pastor at the Church of God in Pittsburg since 2001 and a substitute bus driver. He retired from Lone Star Steel after 28 years. She is survived by his wife Loneta Hallonquist of Pittsburg; two sons Will Hallonquist and fiancé Julie Taylor of Mount Pleasant, and Andrew Hallonquist and wife Laura of Mount Pleasant; one grandchild, Ben Risner; one brother, Don Grimes of Houston; two sisters, Charlotte Cortez and Debbie Hallonquist of Montgomery; mother-in-law JoAnn Bates; great nieces Makena Steward and Kylie Wood and great nephew Dalton Steward. He was preceded in death by his parents; and brother Billy Grimes. |
| Blanche K. Atchley - Pittsburg, Texas Mrs. Atchley, 88, of Pittsburg, died Monday, May 24, 2010, in Pittsburg. Services will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday, May 29, at Erman Smith Funeral Home Chapel with the Bro. Chris Jones officiating. Interment will follow at the Macedonia Cemetery under the direction of Erman Smith Funeral Home. Mrs. Atchley was born on February 7, 1922, in DeQueen, Arkansas to Eugene Herring and Myrtle Jones Herring. She was a member of Macedonia Baptist Church, and she worked as the Transportation Coordinator for the Grapevine ISD. She is survived by four daughters Linda Drain of Atoka, OK; Evelyn K. Smith of Keller, Sue McDaniel, and husband Wade, of Weatherford, and Barbara Lowrey, and husband Ed, of Ft. Worth; 13 grandchildren; 21 great-grandchildren; and several great-great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband Carroll Atchley; two brothers, R.J. Rose and E.T. Herring; one sister, Aurora Brent; one granddaughter, Jennifer Keeble; and one great-grandson, Brayden Poston. Mrs. Atchley will lie in state on Friday, May 28, and the family will receive friends from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the funeral home. |
| Joyce Ann Pettigrew - Longview, Texas Mrs. Pettiggrew, 59, of Longview and formerly of Pittsburg, died Thursday, April 29, 2010, at her residence. Services will be held at 2 p.m. Sunday, May 2, at Erman Smith Funeral Home with Virgil Faires officiating. Interment will follow at Macedonia Cemetery in Camp County. Pallbearers will be Alan Hubbard, Rusty Bryant, Gary Paul McFerrin, Mickey McFerrin, Terry Wayne McFerrin, and Dash Williams. Mrs. Pettigrew was born on Aug. 22, 1950, in Pittsburg, the daughter of James and Beulah Taft Carnes. She is survived by two sons and a daughter-in-law, Michael Pettigrew and Jerry and Lesley Pettigrew, all of Longview; and a daughter and son-in-law, Lynn Ann and Michael Williams of Gladewater; two grandchildren, Caden Pettigrew and Ella Williams; and one brother and sister-in-law, Johnny and Patsy Carnes of Mount Pleasant; and a sister, Doris McFerrin of Pittsburg. The family will received friends from 5-7 p.m. Saturday at the funeral home. She was preceded in death by her husband, Michael Pettigrew; her parents; and three brothers, James Carnes, Ray Carnes and Joe Carnes. |
| Virginia New - Pittsburg, Texas Mrs. New , 87, of Pittsburg and formerly of Dallas, died Thursday, April 22, 2010, in Pittsburg. Services will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday, April 28, at Laurel Land Chapel with interment at Laurel Land Cemetery in Dallas. Arrangements are under the direction of Erman Smith Funeral Home. Mrs. New was born on April 19, 1923, in Dallas, the daughter of John L. Drummond and Exa Maud Nash Drummond. She was a Methodist. She is survived by two sons, Richard Allen New and James Ronald New, both of Pittsburg; and a daughter, Donna Lee Barnet of Mesquite; and eight grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, James William "Jim" New who died Jan. 19, 2010; and her parents. |
| Nellie Marie Simon - Pittsburg, Texas Mrs. Simon, 76, of Pittsburg died Wednesday, April 7, 2010, in Tyler. A graveside service will be held at 3 p.m. Friday, April 9, at Rose Hill Cemetery with the Rev. Kyle Smith officiating. Interment is under the direction of Erman Smith Funeral Home. Mrs. Simon was born on Sept. 10, 1933 in Winters, the daughter of James Tomlinson and Rose Lee Felty. She was a member of Emmanuel Baptist Church and taught Sunday school for a number of years. She was a member of the Gideon's Association. She is survived by her three daughters and sons-in-law, Cheryl Ann and Bill Turner of Pittsburg, Julie Marie and Jerry Wagner of Zephr, and Kathy Lynn and Todd Cutler of Plano; six grandchildren, Renee French and spouse Ross of Tyler, Shauna Turner of Longview, Jessica Benson and spouse Jeff of Brownwood, James Gresham of Stephenville, Matthew Cutler and spouse Areta of Washington, D.C., and Laurie Cutler of Plano; and three great-grandchildren; and a sister, Wanda Flanagin of Brownwood. She was preceded in death by her husbands, Dorman R. Simon Sr. in 2004; and Oscar Wilkinson in 1993; and her parents. The family will receive friends from 8 a.m. until service time on Friday at the funeral home. |
| Olen Ferguson - Pittsburg, Texas Mr. Ferguson, 70, of Pittsburg, died Tuesday, April 6, 2010, in Upshur County. A graveside service will be held at 2 p.m. Thursday, April 8, at Sand Springs Cemetery in Mineola with Bro. Kyle Smith officiating. Interment is under the direction of Erman Smith Funeral Home. Mr. Ferguson was born on Nov. 1, 1939, in Wood County, the son of Olen and Geneva Morgan Ferguson. He was a member of Emmanuel Baptist Church in Pittsburg and a member of the Adult Men's Sunday school class. He had worked for the Camp County Service industries. He is survived by his wife, Linda Ferguson of Pittsburg; a son, David Ferguson of Pittsburg; and a daughter, Betsy King of Rosewood; two grandchildren, Robert King Jr. and Jennifer King, both of Rosewood; and two sisters, Wanda Ferguson and Elsie Dobbs both of Tyler. He was preceded in death by his two sons, Waylon Ferguson and Randall Ferguson; a daughter, Pamela Ferguson; and his parents. |
| Frances Geneva Miller - Pittsburg, Texas Mrs. Miller, 74, of Pittsburg died Monday, April 5, 2010, in Pittsburg. A memorial service will be held at 10 a .m. Wednesday, April 7, at Erman Smith Funeral Home Chapel with Bro. Chris Jones officiating. Mrs. Miller was born on Sept. 8, 1935, in Roanoke, the daughter of Fieldon Burns Hackler and Maggie Frances Johnson Hackler. She was a PBX operator, receptionist and was currently working at Home Depot in Mount Pleasant. She was a Baptist. She is survived by her two sons and daughters-in-law, Tracy Lee and Jennifer Crouch of Pittsburg and Leslie Howard and Deborah Gail Crouch of Arlington; a daughter and son-in-law, Jodi Elizabeth and Tom Hunt of Bonham; seven grandchildren and two great-grandchildren; a brother, Andrew Hackler of Omaha, Neb.; and a sister Joan Bly of Arlington. She was preceded in death by her parents; a sister, Helen Singleton; and four brothers, George, Charlie, Jerry Don, and Kenneth Hackler. The family will receive friends from 6 - 8 p.m. Tuesday at the funeral home. |
| Billy Frazel - Pittsburg, Texas Mr. Frazel, 82, of Pittsburg died Saturday, April 3, 2010, in Pittsburg. A graveside service will be held at 12 p.m. Wednesday, April 7, at Leesburg Cemetery under the direction of Erman Smith Funeral Home. Mr. Frazel was born on Oct. 30, 1927, in Wolfe City, the son of Bert and Mamie Frazel. He is survived by his two daughters, Shirley Whitson of Winnsboro and Patsy Hawkins of Newsome; and six grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents; and one brother and one sister. |
| Jesse N. Smith - Pittsburg, Texas Mr. Smith, 86, of Pittsburg died Monday, April 5, 2010, in Pittsburg. A graveside service will he held at 10 a.m. Thursday, April 8, at Bethel Cemetery in Franklin County with Bro. Steve Packer officiating. Interment is under the direction of Erman Smith Funeral Home. Mr. Smith was born on April 5, 1924, in Kleberg, the son of Jesse Nathan Smith and Annie Marie LeNormand Smith. He was a member of First Baptist Church in Pittsburg, where he served as a deacon and was an active member in his Sunday school class. He is survived by two sons, Rodney Smith and Terry Smith, both of Pittsburg; five grandchildren, Braden Smith, Caleb Smith, Kristyn Smith, Katlyn Smith and Taylor Smith. He was preceded in death by his wife, Margaret Smith, on Jan. 26, 2010 and his parents. The family will receive friends from 5 - 7 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home. |
| Erman L. Smith - Pittsburg, Texas Mr. Smith, 87, of Pittsburg died Wednesday, March 31, 2010, at his residence. Services will be at 2 p.m. Friday, April 2, at Erman Smith Funeral Home with Virgil Faires officiating. Interment will follow at Rose Hill Cemetery under the direction of Erman Smith Funeral Home. Pallbearers will be Steven Smith, Adam Smith, Jason Schwartz, Chad Schwartz, Mike Reynolds, Mark Smith, Keith Smith, Frankie Faires and Mark Lawton. Honorary pallbearers are the staff members of Erman Smith Funeral Home. Mr. Smith was born on March 23, 1923, in Grand Saline, the son of George W. Smith and Stella Rhodes Smith. He was a member of Greer Street Church of Christ. He owned and operated the Erman Smith Funeral Home from 1966-2001. He was a licensed funeral director for 60 years. He is survived by his wife, Ira B. Smith of Pittsburg; son and daughter-in-law, Micki and Lori Smith of Garland; and two daughters and sons-in-law, Vicki and Kyle Milner of Royce City and Talesa and Terry Kidd of Richmond; seven grandchildren, Amy Motamed, Jason Schwartz, Chad Schwartz, Lindsey Kidd, Steven Smith, Adam Smith, and Shane Schwartz; two great-grandchildren, Christian Smith and Yael Motamed; brother and sister-in-law, Hoot and Pat Smith of Bedford; a sister-in-law, Mary Alyce Smith of Houston; and brother-in-law and spouse, Coy and Joyce Birdsong of Pittsburg. He was preceded in death by parents; and two brothers, Ulin Smith and Ullman Smith. The family will receive friends from 5 - 8 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home. |
| Billy C. Young - Arlington, Texas Mr. Young, 58, of Arlington and formerly of Pittsburg, died Thursday, March 25, 2010, in Arlington. A graveside service will be held at 2 p.m. Sunday, March 28, at Ebenezer Cemetery with Bro. Duane Turner officiating. Interment is under the direction of Erman Smith Funeral Home. Mr. Young was born on Aug. 23, 1951. He was a welder for J. C. Duncan Company in Arlington. He is survived by his wife, Naomi Young of Arlington; two daughters and sons-in-law, Cindy Young and Carlos Reta and Angie and Michael Leon, all of Arlington; eight grandchildren; and his mother, Estella Young of Pittsburg; two brothers, James Michael Young and Calvin Joe Young of Pittsburg; and six sisters, Darlene Messer, Barbara Ryan, both of Arlington, Ophlia Dooley, Judy Roberson, Brenda Hargett, and Tressa D. Barton, of Pittsburg. He was preceded in death by father, Billy Joe Young, in 1969. The family will receive friends from 6 - 8 p.m. Saturday at the funeral home. |
| Harold "Six" Williams - Pittsburg, Texas Mr. Williams, 88, of Pittsburg died Friday, March 26, 2010, at his residence. Services will be held at 3 p.m. Sunday, March 28, at Fellowship Baptist Church with Bro. David Kizer and Bro. Joe Caudle officiating. Interment will follow at Rose Hill Cemetery under the direction of Erman Smith Funeral Home. Pallbearers will be John Wilson, Lynn Brown, Thomas Cravey, Jack Efurd, Bill Warford and George Bradshaw. Honorary pallbearers are Dick Arruda, Ted Trimble and Jay Jones. Mr. Williams was born on Oct. 30, 1921, in Navarro County, the son of Dee Williams and Lula Calhoun Williams. He was an electrician; and a member of Fellowship Baptist Church, where he was a deacon and taught men's Sunday school class for many years. He served in the 82nd Airborne during World War II and he was a cattleman and fox hunter. He is survived by his wife, Naomi Williams of Pittsburg; son and daughter-in-law, Ricky and Priscilla Williams of Aquismon, SLP, Mexico; and daughter and son-in-law, Belinda and Joe Caudle of Pittsburg; six grandchildren, Danea Clark, Rachel Allen, Rebecca Binns, David Williams , Amanda Mata, and Kevin Williams; and 10 great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; a brother, Loyd Williams and a sister, Ruby Lee Dewell. Visitation is from 5 - 7 p.m. Saturday at the funeral home. Memorials may be made to: Fellowship Baptist Church Building Fund or BMA Seminary in Jacksonville, Texas or a charity of your choice |
| Patricia Rainey - Pittsburg, Texas Mrs. Rainety, 67, of Pittsburg, died March 19, 2010, in Mount Pleasant. Services will be held 2 p.m. Monday, March 22, at the Erman Smith Funeral Home Chapel with Bro. David Posey officiating. Pallbearers will be Cody Butler, Chris Peek, Dave Helmberger, Ronnie Vick, Daniel Rainey and Mike Thomas. Interment will follow at the New Mine Cemetery in Pittsburg. Mrs. Rainey was born Dec. 31, 1942 in Pittsburg to Floyd and Jewell Vick Rainey. She was a member of the Church of God in Prophecy. She is survived by two sons and daughters-in-law, Budd and Sally Smith of Tyler and Jerry and Metta Smith of Austin; daughter and son-in-law Beniece and Glen Kennedy of Lindale; three grandchildren; one great-grandchild; brother Danny Floyd Rainey of Wiley and sister Virginia Jones of Mount Vernon. She was preceded in death by husband Buster Harrod, Jr.; her parents; and brother Jerry Rainey. Visitation will be Sunday from 4-6 p.m. at the funeral home. |
| Roger Dale Bednar Sr. - Pittsburg, Texas Mr. Bednar, 54, of Pittsburg died Monday, March 15, 2010 in Pittsburg. Services will be held at 2 p.m. Friday, March 19, at Erman Smith Funeral Home Chapel with Bro. Hondo Hallinquist officiating. Interment will follow at Rose Hill Cemetery under the direction of Erman Smith Funeral Home. Pallbearers will be Larry Uvalle, Chris Bednar, Robert Wayne Murphee, Jr. Osornio, Leo Osornio, and Bobby Bednar. Mr. Bednar was born on Aug. 14, 1955, in Dallas County, the son of Joe Charles Bednar Jr. and Loyette Euvon McAbee White. He is survived by a son and daughter-in-law, Roger Dale Bednar Jr. and Elizabeth Bednar of Pittsburg; two daughters and a son-in-law, Billie and Ronnie Wagoner and Lilly Bednar, all of Pittsburg; seven grandchildren, Halayna Bednar, Colby Bednar, Stephanie Bednar, Christopher Dyke, Chey Dyke, Ashley Rogers and Brittney Bennett; and stepfather, Elvis Jerry White of Pittsburg and stepmother, Betty Jane Bednar of Dallas; numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents. The family will receive friends from 5 - 7 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home. |
| June Steed - Pittsburg, Texas Mrs. Steed, 80, of Pittsburg died Sunday, March 14, 2010, in Pittsburg. Services will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday, March 17, at Erman Smith Funeral Home Chapel with the Pastor Joe McCrary officiating. Interment will follow at Macedonia Cemetery under the direction of Erman Smith Funeral Home. Pallbearers will be David Steed, Michael Buck, Dennis Zemke, Ernest Green, Nathan Buck, and Paul H. Guerrero. Mrs. Steed was born on Jan. 12, 1930, in Pittsburg, the daughter of Cornelius Carson Sevar and Eva Mae Reed. She was a member of First Assembly of God and was a retired clerk from Taylors Drug Store. She is survived by a son and daughter-in-law, David Lee and Sherri Steed of Houston; a daughter and son-in-law, Sharon Lynn and Dennis Zemke of Pittsburg; four grandchildren, Chrissi and Paul Guerrero of San Marcos, Kasey Steed of Austin, Michael and Stephanie Buck of Fort Worth, and Mindi and Ernest Green of Pittsburg; and five great-grandchildren; and a sister and brother-in-law, Jane and Red McWilliams of Tyler. She was preceded in death by her husband, Bobby Lee Steed; and her parents. Visitation will be Tuesday from 5 p.m. and then Wednesday, March 17, from 9 a.m. until service time. Memorials may be made to the Alzheimer's Association National Office, 225 N. Michigan Ave., Floor 17, Chicago, Illinois 60601.
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| Bobby Nicholson - Pittsburg, Texas Services for Mr. Nicholson, 74, of Pittsburg, will be 2 p.m. Tuesday, March 16, 2010, at First Baptist Church in Pittsburg, with Bro. Tim Parker officiating. Interment will be in Rose Hill Cemetery. Mr. Nicholson died March 12, 2010, in Pittsburg. Mr. Nicholson was born March 30, 1935, in Perryville. He was a veteran of the U.S. Army ,a member of the First Baptist Church, Cattlemens Association, past member of Kiwanis, and the Pittsburg Volunteer Fire Dept. Survivors include his wife, Ruth Nicholson of Pittsburg; son, Tim and Brenda Nicholson of Pittsburg; daughter Mitzie Nicholson of Rockwall; brother, Harold and Sondra Nicholson of Irving; sisters-in-law Brenda Nicholson of Diana, and Mary Ann Nicholson of Irving. He is also survived by 3 grandchildren: Nathan Nicholson, Shea Ingram, and Alex Ingram. |
| "Jody" Willie Lindley - Pittsburg, Texas Services for Jody Willie Lindley, 62, of Pittsburg, will be 2 p.m. Sunday, March 14, 2010, at Erman Smith Funeral Home Chapel in Pittsburg, with Bro. Danny Green officiating. Interment will be in Smyrna Cemetery. Mr. Lindley died March 11, 2010, in Pittsburg. Mr. Lindley was born August 24, 1947, in Gladewater. He was a veteran of the U.S. Army serving in Vietnam and a member of The Mission at Newsome. Survivors include his wife, Barbara Lindley of Pittsburg; father, D.W. Lindley of Leesburg; sons, Joe Lindley and wife Lori of Pittsburg and Doug Lindley of Leesburg; brothers, D.W. Lindley Jr. and wife Jane of Pittsburg, Kenneth Lindley and wife Lolly of Pittsburg and Mark Lindley of Tyler. He is also survived by 6 grandchildren: Clara, William, Jacob, Chris, Haley, and Makayla Lindley. |
| Martha Lemonds - Pittsburg, Texas Mrs. Lemonds, 67, of Pittsburg, died Tuesday, March 9, 2010, in Mount Pleasant. Services will be held at 2 p.m. Friday, March 12, at Erman Smith Funeral Home Chapel with Bro. Randy Stracener officiating. Interment will follow at Leesburg Cemetery under the direction of Erman Smith Funeral Home. Pallbearers will be her grandchildren. Mrs. Lemonds was born on Sept. 8, 1942, in Houston, the daughter of Vivian Earl Henson and Foy Lorene Morton Henson. She was a bookkeeper for the Pittsburg Gazette, ETMC in Pittsburg, Pilgrims Industries, and Diamond K Trailers. She was a published poet and a Baptist, and a member of the Eastern Star Organization. She is survived by her husband, Millard Sonny Lemonds of Pittsburg; son and daughter-in-law, David and Terry York of Royce City; and four daughters and sons-in-law, Stephanie and Carl Cravey of Leesburg, Robin and David Newsome of Pittsburg, Amy and Nick Leija and Felishia and Jeff Kerley, all of Paris; 14 grandchildren and three great-grandchildren; and one sister, Sharon Pruett of Quitman; and numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives. She was preceded in death by her parents; a brother and a sister. |
| Vernon Rodgers - Ore City, Texas Mr. Rodgers, 80, of Ore City died Saturday, Feb. 27, 2010, at his residence. Services will be held at 2 p.m. Tuesday, March 2, at Erman Smith Funeral Home Chapel with Chaplain Don Ross officiating. Interment will follow at Coffeeville Cemetery in Upshur County under the direction of Erman Smith Funeral Home. Pallbearers will be Cole Hefner, Clay Hefner, Jacob Hefner, Jeb Hefner, Jason Brummell, and Tommy Barfield. Mr. Rodgers was born on Nov. 24, 1929, in Clay County, the son of L. H. Rodgers Sr. and Ola Hodge Rodgers. He was a Baptist minister and a veteran of the United States Navy. He is survived by his wife, Myrle Rodgers of Ore City; son and daughter-in-law, Michael and Carla Rodgers of Gladewater; two daughters and a son-in-law, Jacquie and Tommy Blocker of Magnolia, Ark., and Cherrie Rodgers of Magnolia, Ark.; 11 grandchildren and 21 great-grandchildren; one brother, L. H. Rodgers Jr. of Henrietta; and a sister and brother-in-law, Carole and Duane Blessing of Gravette, Ark.; and several other extended family members. He was preceded in death by his daughter, Kimmy Wiley; grandson, Aaron Schramm; his parents; and two brothers, Larry Wayne Rodgers and Leon Rodgers. |
| Ella Katherine Philips - Gilmer, Texas Mrs Philips, 86, of Gilmer died Friday, Feb. 26, 2010, in Gilmer. Services will be held at 10 a.m. Tuesday, March 2, at Erman Smith Funeral Home with Bro. Michael White officiating. Interment will follow at 3 p.m. Tuesday at Cottage Hill Cemetery in Collin County under the direction of Erman Smith Funeral Home. Visitation with the family will be between 5-7 p.m. Monday at the funeral home. Mrs. Philips was born on Sept. 8, 1923, in Collin County, the daughter of Lenard Harris and Lillie Snoden. She was a member of Simpsonville Baptist Church in Simpsonville. She is survived by her son and daughter-in-law, Bobby and Kim Philips of Gilmer; a daughter, JoAnn Philips of Longview; and a daughter-in-law, Deborah Philips of Big Sandy; six grandchildren, Bobby Philips Jr., Michele Philips, Terri Miller, D. J. Brooks, Jeanette Brooks, Amber Chavez; and two great-grandchildren; and a sister, Mary Larseingue of Arkansas. She was preceded in death by her husband, H. J. Philips in 2003; her son, Ronnie Joe Philips; a grandson, Leonard J. Philips; her parents; two brothers, Steve Harris and G. L. Harris; and three sisters, Juanita Barnes, Edith Dickerman, and Dorothy Shields Goulsby. |
| Polly Phillips - Pittsburg, Texas Services will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 27, at Erman Smith Funeral Home with Bro. Duane Turner and Bro. Larry Gandy officiating. Interment will follow at Ebenezer Cemetery under the direction of Erman Smith Funeral Home. Mrs. Phillips was born on Feb. 21, 1916, in Camp County, the daughter of Andrew Lee Robertson and Georgia Virginia Parker Robertson. She was a member of Ebenezer Friendship Baptist Church, and also worked for Bi-County Water in Camp County. She is survived by three sons and daughters-in-law, Tim and Tina Phillips of Texarkana, Tom and Sharon Phillips of Pittsburg and David and Debbie Phillips of Lone Star; and a daughter and son-in-law, Paula and Jimmy Lorimer of Southlake; and eight grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Freeman Phillips on Oct. 27, 2000; her parents; and four brothers and four sisters. The family will receive friends from 6 - 8 p.m. Friday at the funeral home. |
| Johnny L. Johnson - Pittsburg, Texas Mr. Johnson, 86, of Pittsburg died Wednesday, Feb. 10, 2010, in Tyler. Services were held at 10 A.M.. Saturday, Feb. 13, 2010 at Erman Smith Funeral Home Chapel with Bro. David Kizer officiating. Interment was held at Forest Lawn Memorial Park in Mount Pleasant under the direction of Erman Smith Funeral Home of Pittsburg. Visitation with the family is 6-8 P.M. Friday at the funeral home. Pallbearers were Brad Dove, Brent Dove, Don Dehmlow, John Wilson and Billy Edwards. Mr. Johnson was born on September. 7, 1923, the son of Henry Johnson and Minnie Ola Cato. He attended Fellowship Baptist Church in Pittsburg. He is survived by his wife, Gertrue Reynolds Johnson of Pittsburg; three stepsons and spouses, Michael and Brenda Reynolds, Ronnie and Julie Reynolds, and Neal Reynolds, all of Cookville; and two daughters and a son-in-law, Jean Johnson of Mount Pleasant and Nell and Joe Oliver of Hewitt; two grandchildren, Kim and Travis Weeks of Hewitt, and Michelle Dove of Mount Pleasant; four great-grandchildren; a brother-in-law, James Hames of Lufkin; and two sisters and a brother-in-law, Faye and Earl McKnight of Nacogdoches, and Laura Hudspath of Dallas; and special friends, Toby and Kathy Edwards; and numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; four brothers and a sister. |
| Jerry Wheelock- Pittsburg, Texas Services will be held at 4 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 10, at Erman Smith Funeral Home Chapel with Bro. Brian Peck officiating. Interment will follow with Military Honors at Crossroads Cemetery under the direction of Erman Smith Funeral Home. Visitation with the family is between 6-8 P.M. on Tuesday at the funeral home. Pallbearers will be Brent McConnell, Aaron McConnell, Bubba Garcia, Jarrod Bockmon, Santiago Ramirez and Carlos Garcia. Mr. Wheelock was born on July 3, 1943, in Raymondville, the son of Russell and Margaret Pritchard Wheelock. He was retired from Pilgrim Industries as a farm manager and mechanic. He was also a volunteer fireman for the Pittsburg Fire Department and a disabled Vietnam veteran serving in the United States Navy. He is survived by his four daughters and three sons-in-law, Stephanie and Brent McConnell of Pittsburg, Tina and Santiago Ramirez of Cookville, Christy and Carlos Garcia of Pittsburg and Ginger Hilton of Kilgore; and 12 grandchildren and three great-grandchildren; and brother and sister-in-law, Russell and Kiki Wheelock of San Antonio. He was preceded in death by his wife, Diane Wheelock in 2002; and his parents. |
| Monema Hudson- Longview, Texas Ms. Hudson 90, of Longview, died Tuesday, February 2, 2010, in Longview. A graveside service will be held at 3:30 P.M. Thursday, February 4, at Abernathy Cemetery in Abernathy, Texas with Jay Fulks officiating. Interment is under the direction of Erman Smith Funeral Home. Ms. Hudson was born on September 1, 1919, in Eulogy, Texas, the daughter of Rube & Lizzie Hudson. She was a member of the Church of Christ. She graduated Abernathy High School in 1938. She worked at Tinker Field Airbase as a gyro instrument technician, and then owned and operated a beauty salon until she retired at the age of 70. She is survived by her three daughters: Jane & Wayne Buchanan of Whitney, Texas, Gwenda Elliott of Whitney, Texas, and Randy & Louis Halford of Longview, Texas; 13 grandchildren, 21 great grandchildren, and 12 great great grandchildren; brother: Chester & Francis Hudson of Abernathy, Texas; and numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, brother: Dalton Hudson, sister: Erie Evans Memorials may be made to Hearts Way Hospice of Northeast Texas 1306 Pine Tree Rd. Longview, Texas 75604 |
| Margaret Faye Smith - Pittsburg, Texas Mrs. Smith 71, of Pittsburg, died Tuesday, Jan. 26, 2010, in Tyler. A graveside service will be held at 10 a.m. Friday, Jan. 29, at Bethel Cemetery with Bro. Steve Packer and Bro. Bryan Price officiating. Interment is under the direction of Erman Smith Funeral Home. Visitation with the family is Thursday between 5-7 P.M. Mrs. Smith was born on Oct. 16, 1938, in Franklin County, the daughter of Willis Milton Cook and Etta Faye Worth. She was a member of First Baptist Church in Pittsburg. She is survived by her husband, Jesse Smith of Pittsburg; two sons, Rodney Smith of Lufkin and Terry Smith of Dallas; five grandchildren, Braden Smith, Caleb Smith, Kristyn Smith, Katlyn Smith and Taylor Smith; and two brothers and sisters-in-law, Robert and Hilda Cook and Don and Arlene Cook of Pittsburg. She was preceded in death by her parents. |
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| Frances Eskew - Pittsburg, Texas Frances Eskew, 86, of Pittsburg died Friday, Jan. 22, 2010, in Pittsburg. Services will be held at 2 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 24, at Matinburg Baptist Church with Bro. Randy Stracener and Bro. Dickey Mauk officiating. Interment is under the direction of Erman Smith Funeral Home. Mrs. Eskew was born on Jan. 27, 1923, in Camp County, the daughter of John William England and Ruby Green Spear England. She worked for many years at Green Motor Company as a bookkeeper. She is survived by two daughters and a son-in-law, Carolyn and Terry Law and Gail Eskew, all of Pittsburg; two grandchildren, Crystal Law of Pittsburg and Bryant Law of Keller. She was preceded in death by her husband, Thomas Frank Eskew in 1967; and her parents. |
| Paul W. Thorsell - Pittsburg, Texas Services will be held at 2 p.m. Friday, Jan. 22, at First Baptist Church in Pittsburg with Dr. John McCartt and Dr. Steve Packer officiating. Interment will follow at Rose Hill Cemetery under the direction of Erman Smith Funeral Home. Pallbearers will be Randy Russell, Roger Russell, Michael Russell, Randy Anderson, Jeff Opperman, and Alan Williams. Honorary pallbearers are Jesse Page, Ray Jones, John Gunn, Al Larsen, Freddie Vaughn and Jonny Vickers. Mr. Thorsell was born on Feb. 1, 1935, in Pittsburg, the son of Paul Wilford Thorsell Sr. and Lucy Maybelle Warrick Thorsell. He was a member of First Baptist Church of Pittsburg. He is survived by his wife, Peggy Thorsell of Pittsburg; a son and daughter-in-law, Paul Russell and Diane Thorsell of Santa Clarita, Calif.; and a daughter and son-in-law, Tammie Thorsell Jacobs and Don Jacobs of Travelers Rest, S.C.; and six grandchildren, Stacy Thorsell Kwan, Ben Thorsell, Micah Thorsell, Donald Paul Jacobs, Allen Jacobs, and Catherine Jacobs; and one great-grandchild, Michael Jacobs. He was preceded in death by his parents. The family will receive friends from 5-7p.m. Thursday at the funeral home. |
| E.C. Shrum - Longview, Texas E.C. Shrum, 80, of Longview died Sunday, Jan. 10, 2010, in Longview. Services will be held at 2 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 13, at Erman Smith Funeral Home with Bro. Larry Davis officiating. Interment will follow at Rose Hill Cemetery under the direction of Erman Smith Funeral Home. Pallbearers will be Delwin Lovell, Troy Schrah, William Reid, David Shrum Jr., and Jackie Shrum. Visitation with the family will be Tuesday between 5-7 P.M. at the funeral home. Mr. Scrum was born on Aug. 14, 1929, in Camp County, the son of John Cleo Shrum and Ellie Bullard Shrum. He was a veteran of the United States Navy; and the owner/operator of E&L Pumping, Inc. in Longview. He had worked in the oil field for 40+ years. He was a member of Leesburg Baptist Church in Leesburg. He is survived by his wife of 56 years, Lillian Shrum of Longview; two sons and daughters-in-law, Keith and Pam Shrum of Mineola and Dickey and Tonya Shrum of Flower Mound; and a daughter, Rita Shrum of Longview; five grandchildren, Amanda Brittany, Halee, Lexi and David and great-grandchild, Dawson Jewel; a brother, Billy Paul Shrum of Lewisville, and a sister, Barbara Williams of Mount Pleasant; and numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; and a brother, Donald “Goob” Shrum. |
| Nora Belle Redfearn Mayben- Pittsburg, Texas Mrs. Mayben, 90, of Pittsburg, died Thursday, Dec. 31, 2009, in Pittsburg. Services will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday, Jan. 2, at Erman Smith Funeral Home Chapel with burial to follow at Rose Hill Cemetery with Rev. Richard Heyduck officiating and under the direction of Erman Smith Funeral Home. Visitation with the family will be 4-6 p.m. Friday, Jan. 1, 2010 at the funeral home. Mrs. Mayben was born on December 14, 1919, in Mt.Pleasant, the daughter of Ira W. & Zilphia Ann Redfearn. She was a member of First United Methodist Church in Pittsburg. She is survived by her daughter: Vicki O'Quinn of Pittsburg, grandchild: Stacy Behymer of Pittsburg and great grandchildren: Natalie & Katelyn Behymer both of Pittsburg. She was preceded in death by her parents, and husband: W.H. "Andy" Mayben. Memorials may be made to the First United Methodist Church 109 College Street Pittsburg, Texas 75686 |
| Louise Richardson - Irving, Texas Louise Richardson, 90, of Irving and formerly of Pittsburg, died Saturday, Dec. 26, 2009, in Irving. A graveside service will be held at 10 a.m. Tuesday, Dec. 29, at Rose Hill Cemetery with Bro. Bryan Price officiating and under the direction of Erman Smith Funeral Home. Honorary pallbearers are Chris Richardson, Brian Richardson, Joe Pierce, Roy Moody, Bob Faulkner, and Randy Pierce. Mrs. Richardson was born on Jan. 22, 1919, in Pittsburg, the daughter of George and Annie Maud Barron Duke. She was a member of First Baptist Church in Pittsburg, where she worked in the nursery for many years. She is survived by two sons and daughters-in-law, Rick and Brenda Richardson of San Angelo and Roy and Nancy Richardson of Wichita, Kans.; two grandchildren, Chris and Kristie Richardson of San Angelo and Brian and Heather-Dawn Richardson of San Angelo; and five great-grandchildren, Emily, Blake, Madison, Robby and Hannah Richardson all of San Angelo; and a sister and brother-in-law, Billie Jean and Joe Pierce of Irving. She was preceded in death by her husband, Leo Richardson; her parents; three brothers, Glenn, Barry and J.B.; and two sisters, Dorris and Elsie. |
| Elsie Wilson - Pittsburg, Texas Mrs. Wilson, 88 , of Pittsburg died Wednesday, December 23, 2009, in Pittsburg. Services will be held at 11:00 A.M.Monday, Dec. 28, at First Baptist Church in Pittsburg with Bro. Steve Packer officiating. Interment will follow at Hallsville Cemetery at 3 P.M. Monday in Hallsville, Tx. under the direction of Erman Smith Funeral Home. Visitation with the family will be between 3-5 P.M. Sunday at the funeral home. Mrs. Wilson was born on January 16, 1921. She was a member of First Baptist Church. She is survived by her sons: Glenn D. Wilson and wife Donna of Downsville, La, and Barry W. Wilson and wife Hermina of Tulsa, Ok., 7 sisters, 4 brothers, 7 grandchildren and 6 great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, daughter Rhonda Wilson, Husband: Berry W. Wilson, Jr., 7 siblings.
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| Sara Mitcham - Leesburg, Texas Services for Sara E. Mitcham, 74, of Leesburg were held Dec. 22 at Erman Smith Funeral Home Chapel with the Revs. Randy Stuard and Tim Parker officiating. Interment followed at Leesburg Cemetery. Visitation with the family was 6-8 P.M. Monday at the funeral home. Mrs. Mitcham was born June 25, 1935 in Morris County and died Dec. 20 at Trinity Mother Frances Hospital in Tyler. She is survived by her husband: Bob Mitcham of Leesburg; 3 sons: Billy Rex Mitcham of Lake Bob Sandlin, William Coy Mitcham and Stephanie of Pittsburg, Robert Edward Mitcham and Kimberly of Pittsburg; 11 grandchildren, and 3 great grandchildren. She is preceded in death by her parents: Coy & Lois Thomas Moore, 1 brother: Billy Edward Moore, and 1 sister: Coy Jean Traylor. |
| Justin Sawyer - Pittsburg, Texas | Justin Sawyer., 21, of Pittsburg died Saturday, Dec. 12, 2009, in Pittsburg. Services will be held at 2 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 15, at Erman Smith Funeral Home Chapel in Pittsburg with Bro. L.F. Hess and Bro Doyle Rust officiating. Interment will follow at Ebenezer Cemetery under the direction of Erman Smith Funeral Home. Mr. Sawyer was born on August 2, 1988, in Longview, Texas. He was a member of the Full Gospel Pentecostal Church, 2006 Graduate of Pittsburg High School, attended EMT school, and was employed in construction and power plant shut down. He is survived by his mother, Ronda McNutt Sawyer of Pittsburg; father, John Howard Sawyer of Kerrville; 1 brother Dillon Ty Sawyer of Pittsburg; 1 sister Leslie Smith of Pittsburg; grandparents, Ronnie L. McNutt of Pittsburg, Hilda Ohara of Liberty City, Johnnie T. Sawyer, Jr. of Benton, La.; nieces Jazmin Nicole Smith and Alexis Jade Smith both of Pittsburg; aunt and uncle, Tonya & Brad Stansbury of Humble; aunt Cindy Chapman of Liberty City. He was preceded in death by his grandmother; Wanda McNutt. Pallbearers will be Marqualous Cheatum, Matthew Morse, Gerardo Favela, Johnathon Gauge, Justin Casey, Jeremy McCollum. Honorary Pallbearers will be Brett Collier, Michael Porter, and Aaron Yandle. The family will receive friends from 6-8 p.m. Monday at the funeral home. |
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| M.G. Hinton- Pittsburg, Texas Macon Grady Hinton, Jr., 69, of Pittsburg died Thursday, Dec. 10, 2009, in Tyler. Services will be held at 2 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 13, at Erman Smith Funeral Home Chapel in Pittsburg with Bro. L.F. Hess officiating. Interment will follow at Macedonia Cemetery under the direction of Erman Smith Funeral Home. Mr. Hinton was born on August 6, 1940, in Mt.Pleasant, Texas, the son of Macon Grady Hinton and Goldie Gertrude Hatfield Hinton. He served in the U. S. Navy, worked for Pilgrims Pride, and was pentecostal. He is survived by his wife, Shirley Hinton of Pittsburg; two sons and daughter-in-law, Macon Grady Hinton III and Angela Hinton, Samuel Lewis Hinton all of Pittsburg; 2 daughters and son-in-law, Renda & Mark Bradshaw and Rhonda Dube all of Pittsburg; seven grandchildren, Stephen Bradshaw, Sean Bradshaw, Jennifer Dube, Ryan Dube, Andy Dube, Heath Hinton, Meagan Hinton; 2 great grandchildren, Hunter and & Hayden Bradshaw. He is also survived by 3 brothers, Carl Hinton of Mt.Pleasant, Johnny Hinton of Mt.Pleasant, Sam Hinton of Pittsburg ; sister, Shirley Allen of Mt.Pleasant. He was preceded in death by his parents; and one brother, Billy Hinton . The family will receive friends from 4 - 6 p.m. Saturday at the funeral home. |
| Phyllis Ann Autry - Pittsburg, Texas | Phyllis Ann Autry 55, of Pittsburg died Saturday, Dec.5, 2009, in Pittsburg. Services will be held at 2 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 8, at Erman Smith Funeral Home Chapel with Bro. Kyle Smith, Perry Henderson, Jim Parker officiating. Interment will follow at Forest Lawn Memorial Park in Mt.Pleasant under the direction of Erman Smith Funeral Home. Visitation with the family will be 6-8 P.M. Monday at the funeral home. Pallbearers will be Jimmy Kimbell, Don Dehmlow, Gregg Gunn, McArthur Simmons, Larry Davis, Noel Tuazon. Honorary Pallbearers will be Woody Mitchner, Gene Bosche, Gary M. Bragg, Guy Huggins, Roy Morgan, and Billy Turpin.. Mrs. Autry was born on December 19, 1953 in Tel Aviv, Israel. She was a member of Emmanuel Baptist Church, She was a retired nurse and had worked for ETMC for 32 years, was a GA leader at Emmanuel, and a Honduras Missionary. She is survived by her husband, Mike Autry of Pittsburg; son: David Michael Autry II and Stephanie Anderson of San Jose, Calif., daughter, Kristin Michelle Autry of Pittsburg, mother, Polly Donaldson and brother, Vernon Donaldson, both of Mt.Pleasant. She was preceded in death by her father: Sammie David Donaldson, Brother, Sam Donaldson, daughter, Kim Rael Autry Memorials may be made to the East Texas Medical Center Memorial Fund 2701 Hwy 271 North Pittsburg, Texas 75686 |
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| Pat Murphy - Pittsburg, Texas Donald V. "Pat" Murphy, 76, of Pittsburg died Tuesday, Dec. 1, 2009, in Pittsburg. Services will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 5, at First Baptist Church in Pittsburg with Bro. Steve Packer officiating. Interment will follow at Leesburg Cemetery under the direction of Erman Smith Funeral Home. Pallbearers will be Chris Murphy, Pat Murphy, Kelly Murphy, Kyle Murphy, Bob Crain and Jim Harvey. Honorary pallbearers are the Bullard Sunday School Class, the entire Staff of Southern Wind Manor, and James Falk. Mr. Murphy was born on Feb. 4, 1932, in Liberty, the son of Ben P. Murphy and Dollie Reed Murphy. He served in the U. S. Marine Corps during the Korean War. He obtained a BBA from Stephen F. Austin University and was an independent oil producer for 20 years. He also owned chicken houses for eight years in Pittsburg, and was a member of the First Baptist Church in Pittsburg. He is survived by his wife, Dee Murphy of Pittsburg; three sons and daughters-in-law, Christopher J. and Teri Murphy of Omaha, Neb., Ben Patrick and Marilyn Murphy of Edmund, Okla., and Kelly R. and Mary Beth Murphy of Spokane, Wash.; six grandchildren, Katie Murphy, Allison Murphy, Kyle Murphy, Rebekah Murphy, Lauren Murphy and Jocelyn Murphy; and a niece and nephew. He was preceded in death by his parents; and one brother, Kenneth Murphy. The family will receive friends from 4 - 6 p.m. Friday at the funeral home. |
| Margaret James Baisden - Pittsburg, Texas Mary Margaret James Baisden 80, of Pittsburg died Tuesday, Dec.1, 2009, in Tyler. Services will be held at 2 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 3, at Erman Smith Funeral Home Chapel with Bro. Kyle Smith officiating. Interment will follow at Rosewood Park Cemetery in Longview under the direction of Erman Smith Funeral Home. Pallbearers will be Rob Smith, Sam Upchurch, Michael Wesley and Buzz Wesley. Mrs. Baisden was born on July 8, 1929, in Pittsburg, the daughter of Henry James and Ethel Nichols James. She was a member of First Presbyterian Church since 1943 and was an Elder at the church. She is survived by her husband, Tom Baisden of Pittsburg; three daughters and two sons-in-law, Beth and Steve Baxter, Marie and Larry Wesley and Beckie and Kimmy Marino, all of Pittsburg; two stepdaughters and spouse, Becky and Richard Reed of Commerce and Kelly Boughton of New Braunfels; 13 grandchildren and 24 great-grandchildren; and a sister, Frances Lawson of Pittsburg. She was preceded in death by a daughter, Kay Ryan; and her parents. Memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society, P. O. Box 22719, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma 73123-1718. |
| Tommy LeRoy - Pittsburg, Texas Tommy LeRoy, 77, of Pittsburg, died Nov. 20, 2009, in Pittsburg. Chapel services will be held at 2:00 p.m. Monday, Nov. 23, at the Erman Smith Funeral Home in Pittsburg with Rev. Bryan Hawkins officiating, under the direction of the Erman Smith Funeral Home.Burial will follow at Macedonia Cemetery in Camp County, Texas He was born August 12, 1932 in Linden, Texas to Thomas A. LeRoy and Carrie Ione Graham LeRoy. He is survived by his 3 sons John & Rita LeRoy of Pittsburg, Michael & Vicki LeRoy, and Randy & Paula LeRoy of Kilgore. He is also survived by 7 grandchildren, 10 great grandchildren, 3 brothers: Dale LeRoy of Panama City, Fl., Don LeRoy of Gladewater, Bobby LeRoy of Pittsburg; 2 sisters: Ruia Flarity of Linden, and Sue McWhorter of Mt.Pleasant. He was preceded in death by his parents, wife: Jane Ann LeRoy, 2 sisters: Doris Moore, Eva Quinn and brother: David LeRoy. The family will received friends from 2-4 p.m. at the funeral home on Sunday. |
| Jimmy Brooks - Pittsburg, Texas Jimmy Brooks, 70, of Pittsburg, died Nov. 20, 2009, in Pittsburg. Graveside services will be held at 3:00 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 22, at the Macedonia Cemetery with Rev. Kyle Smith officiating, under the direction of the Erman Smith Funeral Home. He was born Sept. 2, 1939 to Louis Earl Brooks and Mattie Syble Smith Brooks Mr. Brooks was a U.S. Army veteran and a member of the Emmanuel Baptist Church. He owned and operated the Dairy Queen in Pittsburg from 1965 to 1981; he was the owner and operator of JB's Hot Links. He is survived by sister and brother-in-law Dorothy and Charles Stout of Pittsburg, and nieces and nephews Charlyn Harrel, Dana Hymer, Paula Fox, Tony Stout, Deborah Hatton and Johnny McDonald. He was preceded in death by his parents and a sister, Barbara McDonald. The family will received friends from 8 a.m. until the service time Sunday morning at the funeral home. |
| Jesus Alvarez, Sr. - Pittsburg, Texas Jesus Alvarez Sr., 54, of Pittsburg died Wednesday, Nov. 18, 2009, in Pittsburg. Services will be held at 12 p.m. Friday, Nov. 20, at Holy Cross Catholic Church with Fr. Ariel Cortes officiating. Interment will follow at Rose Hill Cemetery under the direction of Erman Smith Funeral Home. Mr. Alvarez was born on April 22, 1955, in San Juan Del Rio, Durango, Mexico. He was a member of Holy Cross Catholic Church and had worked as a foreman for Pilgrim’s Pride Corp. He is survived by his wife, Elia Alvarez; three sons, Ruben Alvarez of Mount Pleasant, Jesus Alvarez Jr. of Longview and Santos Alvarez of Pittsburg; and two daughters, Manuela Alvarez and Cruz Elia Alvarez, both of Pittsburg; and five grandchildren, Jason Mata, Jalissa Alvarez, Jazmin Alvarez, Jay’len Alvarez, and Jaquelyn Favela; and four brothers and four sisters. He was preceded in death by his parents, Refugio Alvarez and Santos Quinones Alvarez. |
Alice Parker - Pittsburg, Texas Mrs. Parker was born September 27, 1906, in Pittsburg. She was a cosmetologist for 44 years and a member of First Presbyterian Church in Pittsburg. Survivors include her daughters and sons-in-law Sophia and George Brown of Ft. Worth, Texas and Margaret and Mickey Bradshaw of Pittsburg, Texas. 7 Grandchildren, 18 Great Grandchildren, and 15 Great Great Grandchildren. She is also survived by her cousin Maxine Rickard of Eureka, Kansas. |
| Glen Gray - Pittsburg, Texas Glen Gray, 76, of Pittsburg died Sunday, Nov. 8, 2009, in Pittsburg. Services will be held at 2 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 11. at Erman Smith Funeral Home Chapel with the Rev. Steve Parker officiating. Interment will follow at Simpsonville Cemetery under the direction of Erman Smith Funeral Home. Visitation with the family will be 5-7 P.M. Tuesday at the funeral home. Pallbearers will be his sons and grandsons. Honorary pallbearers are his Sunday school class members. Mr. Gray was born on Feb. 18, 1933, in Upshur County the son of Jessie Tolbert Gray and Lilly Ann Turley Gray. He was a member of First Baptist Church in Pittsburg. He is survived by his wife, Dorothy Gray of Pittsburg; four stepsons, Philip McClelland and spouse Bonnie of Mesquite, Dennis McClelland and spouse Joyce of The Colony, Timothy Sharp and Samuel Sharp of Pittsburg; and two stepdaughters, Charlette Ray and spouse Perry of Austin and Debbie Dosier of Austin; and eight grandchildren; and a sister-in-law, Dorothy Gray of Grice; and numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; and one stepson, Jerry Sharp. |
Gladys Cravey - Longview, formerly Pittsburg, Texas Born November 7, 1924, in Camp County, to Elvin Reel McCaslin and Myrtle Canant McCaslin, she was a member of First Baptist Church in Pittsburg. She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, John Cravey; one brother, E.B. McCaslin; and one sister, Ruth Knight. She is survived by her son, Thomas Cravey and wife, Frances, of Leesburg; daughter, Carolyn McIlhenny and husband, Jack, of Longview; five grandchildren, Carl Cravey of Leesburg, Johnette Hall of Leesburg, Toni Corbin of Mineola, Breann Hart of Longview and Brandon McIlhenny of Cibolo; 15 great-grandchildren; brother, Elton McCaslin; and two sisters, Sue Davenport and Mildred Robinson. Pallbearers will be Jerry Robinson, Donald Robinson, Elton McCaslin, Scott Hall, Danny Corbin and Branden Hart. Visitation will be 4-6 p.m. today, November 8, 3009, at Erman Smith Funeral Home. Memorials may be made to Texas Home Health Hospice, 5000 E. Loop 281, Longview, TX. |
| George "Ed" Parr - Pittsburg, Texas Services for George "Ed" Parr, 63, of Pittsburg, will be 10 a.m. Thursday, November 5, 2009, at First Baptist Church in Pittsburg, with Bros. Steve Packer and Tommy Olgesby officiating. Interment will be in Hickory Hill Cemetery in Titus County. Arrangements are by Erman Smith Funeral Home. Mr. Parr died October 31, 2009, at his residence. Born March 3, 1946, in West Chester, Pa., he worked as a Texas highway patrolman for 34 years and was a member of First Baptist Church in Pittsburg. Survivors include his wife, Brenda Parr of Pittsburg; son, Shawn Parr and his wife Tina of Mt. Pleasant; daughter, Stephanie Bailey and her husband Scott of Huber Heights, Ohio and sister, Patricia Patterson. and her husband Henry of West Chester, Pa. He is also survived by 4 grandchildren. Visitation will be 6-8 p.m. Wednesday, November 4, 2009, at the funeral home. |
| Shirley Torrey - Pittsburg, Texas Shirley Ann Torrey, 70, of Pittsburg died Sunday, Oct. 18, 2009, at her residence. A graveside service will be held at 2 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 21, at Rose Hill Cemetery in Pittsburg under the direction of Erman Smith Funeral Home. Pallbearers will be Bret Webster, Wyatt Caddel, Dwayne Johnson, Lee Cobb, Doug Beaver, and Dan Patrick. Visitation with the family will be 5-7 P.M.Tuesday at the funeral home. Mrs. Torrey was born on Oct. 13, 1939 in Greenbrier, Tenn. the daughter of Charles Reuben Dorris and Evelyn Minnie Sanford Dorrie. She was a Methodist, and worked as a cook in food service for nursing homes and long term care facilities. She is survived by three sons and daughters-in-law, Joe and Becky Monger of Coudersport, Penn., Duane and Lisa Torrey of Pittsburg, and Darin and Tina Torrey of Mechanicsburg, Penn.; and two daughters and a son-in-law, Caren and Butch Short, and Melissa Crown, all of Pittsburg; 11 grandchildren, Coni Sparks and spouse Kreg, Chris Short and spouse Nicole, Dillon and Delaney Crown, Derek, Dakota, Destini and Daytona Torrey, Lindsay Christy, Ed and Sarah Monger; and six great-grandchildren. |
| Harlton Taylor - Naples, Texas Graveside services for Harlton Bell Taylor, 84, of Naples were held Oct. 12 at Macedonia Cemetery in Camp County with the Rev. Dan Trimble officiating. Mr. Taylor was born Aug. 21, 1925 in Wood County, and he died Oct. 10 at the VA Hospital in Shreveport, La. He was preceded in death by his wives, Grace Taylor and Lois Taylor; parents; five brothers; and three sisters. Surviving are a special niece, Frances Bowling Harris of Pittsburg; and three sisters, Vera Joe Bright of Tyler, and Edna Ruth Parnell and Christene Williams of Dallas. Also surviving are numerous nieces and nephews, great nieces and nephews, great-great nieces and nephews, and great-great-great nieces and nephews. |
| E.B. McCaslin - Pittsburg, Texas E. B. McCaslin, 80, of Pittsburg, who died Friday, Oct. 2, 2009. Services will be held at 2 p.m. Monday, Oct. 5, at Fellowship Baptist Church in Pittsburg. Burial will follow at Lafayette Cemetery. Family visitation will be from 6 - 8 p.m. Sunday at Erman Smith Funeral Home. He is survived by his wife: Gloria McCaslin of Pittsburg, brother: Elton McCaslin of Nacogdoches, 3 sisters: Gladys Cravey of Longview, Sue Davenport and Mildred Robinson both of Pittsburg. He is also survived by 12 nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents: Elvin Reel McCaslin and Myrtle Cannant McCaslin, sister Ruth Knight and 1 nephew. |
| Sandra Burgin - Avinger, Texas Sandra Sue Burgin, 62, of Avinger died Tuesday, Sept. 29, 2009, in Daingerfield. A memorial service will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 3, at Saint William Laud Episcopal Church with the Rev. Mark Markel officiating. Mrs. Burgin was born on Dec. 26, 1946, in Long Beach, Calif., the daughter of Herman William Schmatjen and Opal Rae Wytt Schmatjen. She is survived by her husband, Dewey R. "Doc" Burgin of Avinger; and two sons, Bill Burgin of Avinger and John Burgin of Lone Star; and two daughters and sons-in-law, Susan and Randal Saunders of Pittsburg and Judy and Steve Perry of White Oak; and four grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents. |
| Frances Phillips - Pittsburg, Texas Services for Frances Phillips, 91, of Pittsburg, were held Sept. 30 at Erman Smith Funeral Home Chapel with the Rev. Duane Turner officiating. Interment followed at Ebenezer Cemetery in Camp County. Mrs. Phillips was born Aug. 19. 1918 to Carl and Attis Mae Allen Adams in Henderson County. She died Sept. 28 at East Texas Medical Center Pittsburg. She was preceded in death by her husband C.T. Phillips; her parents; a son, Edwin Larkin Phillips; and a brother, Taul Bryan Adams. Mrs. Phillips was a member of Ebenezer Friendship Baptist Church, where she played the piano for almost 50 years. Surviving are her son, Steve and his wife Susan Phillips of Pittsburg; daughter Linda and her husband, Jerry Richardson of Pittsburg; three brothers and their wives, Donald and Opal Adams, Milton and Margie Adams; and Lloyd and Jone Adams all of Tyler. Also surviving are six grandchildren; 19 great-grandchildren; three great-great-grandchildren; and an aunt and uncle, Virginia and Doug Magee of Tyler. Pallbearers were Paul Richardson, Philip Richardson, Dillon Richardson, Sergio Nahuelquir, Eric Landeros, David Johns, and David Phillips. Honorary pallbearers were Jonny Brett, Jared Brett, Wesley Richardson, Tristan Richardson, Colton Cook, and Aaron Tossy. |
| Troy Wayne Beckham - Mt. Pleasant, Texas Mr. Beckham, 47, of Mt. Pleasant, died Sept, 23, 2009, in Mt.Pleasant. Services will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 26, at Erman Smith Funeral Home Chapel. Visitation with the family will be 6-8 P.M. Friday at the funeral home. Interment will follow at Rose Hill Cemetery in Pittsburg under the direction of the Erman Smith Funeral Home. Mr. Beckham was born July 20, 1962, in Lubbock. He was employeed at Pilgrim's Pride Industries and assisted with the Titus County Sherrif's Office from 1983- 1993. He is survived by a wife: Stephanie Beckham of Mt.Pleasant, 1 son:Chance Chamness of Mt.Pleasant, 2 daughters: Sarah Beckham of Mt.Pleasant, and Miranda & Jaime Santiago of Mt.Pleasant; 5 grandchildren: Jayden Beckham, Mikayla Patorino, Aiden Santiago, Yannin Santiago,Allison Santiago. He is also survived by his parents: Hollis Wayne and Martha Beckham of Cookville, and sister: Debby & Danny Williams of Longview. |
Waylon Ferguson - Pittsburg, Texas Mr. Ferguson was born June 21, 1968, in Mineola. He was a member of Emmanuel Baptist Church. Survivors include his parents, Olen and Linda Ferguson; brother, David Ferguson; and sister, Betsy King. Visitation will be 9-11 a.m. Thursday, September 24, 2009, at the funeral home. |
| Frances W. Nelson - Kingwood, Texas Mrs. Nelson, 86, of Kingwood, died Sept, 17, 2009, in Kingwood. Services will be held at 2 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 20, at Piney Grove Baptist Church in Upshur County, with Bro. Walter Allen and Bro. Wess Haefs officiating. Visitation with the family will be 5-7 P.M. Saturday at the funeral home. Pallbearers will be Stan Overstreet, Raymond Wetzel, Tilman Davis, Gary Harris, David Allen and Lance Harris. Honorary pallbearers are Robert Murdock, Paul David Nelson, Ken Edwards, and the Men of the Texas State Orphans Home. Interment will follow at the Piney Grove Cemetery under the direction of the Erman Smith Funeral Home. Mrs. Nelson was born March 28, 1923, in Clifton. She was a member of the Piney Grove Baptist Church and an alumni member of the Texas State Orphans Home in Corsicana. She is survived by a son and daughter-in-law, Dalton and Dixie Nelson of Kingwood; daughters and sons-in-law Enola and Hans Angress of Cotati, California, Rebecca and Ken Edwards of Queensland, Australia, and Velma Lillian Nelson of Sacramento, California; grandchildren Rachel Stevenson, Jesse Angress, David Allen, Don Allen, Bethany Nelson and Anna Nelson; six great-grandchildren, niece Sarita Sebastian of Kenner, Louisiana. She was preceded in death by her husband, Robert Earl Nelson, in 2004, and her parents. |
| Dionicia Enriquez Favela - Pittsburg, Texas Mrs. Favela, 62, of Pittsburg, died Wednesday, Sept. 16, 2009, in Pittsburg. Services will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 19, at Holy Cross Catholic Church with Fr. Ariel Mojica officiating. Interment will follow at Rose Hill Cemetery under the direction of Erman Smith Funeral Home. Mrs. Favela was born on Feb. 15, 1947, in Mexico, the daughter of Manuel Enriquez and Santos Perez Enriquez. She was a member of Holy Cross Catholic Church and a homemaker. She is survived by her husband, Gerardo Favela of Pittsburg; two sons, Gerardo Favela Jr. and Rogelio Ramirez, both of Pittsburg; and three daughters, Rosa Olivas of Mount Vernon, Maria Ramirez of Grand Prairie, and Carmen Osornio of Mount Pleasant; and 12 grandchildren and one great-grandchild; and two brothers both in Mexico and two sisters both in Mexico. She was preceded in death by her parents. |
| Lester L. Dugan - Pittsburg, Texas Services for Mr. Dugan, , 83 will be held at 2 p.m. Tuesday, September 15 at Erman Smith Funeral Home Chapel in Pittsburg, Tx with Bro. John Gutierrez and Bro. Larry Rice officiating. Interment will follow at Macedonia Cemetery in Camp County. The family will receive friends between 6-8 P.M. Monday at Erman Smith Funeral Home in Pittsburg Mr. Dugan was born October 7, 1925 in Gillett, Arkansas to Jess and Allice Dugan and died September 12 at Pittsburg Nursing Center in Pittsburg. Mr. Dugan was owner and operator of his own sheet metal company, and was a member of Dellwood Park Assembly of God in Mt. Pleasant where he served as a greeter and deacon. Surviving is his wife: Wanda Dugan of Pittsburg, Tx, 2 sons: Eric Dugan of Irving, and Dennis Dugan of Pittsburg, 2 grandchildren: Amy Larez and Melanie Dugan. |
| Locera Harger- Pittsburg, Texas Graveside services for Locera Johns Harger, 98, of Pittsburg will be held 2:00 P.M. Wednesday September 9 at Crossroads Cemetery in Camp County under the direction of Erman Smith Funeral Home. Visitation will be from 8 A.M. Wednesday until service time. Mrs. Harger was born March 3, 1911 in Alexandria, La. and died September 2 at Southern Wind Manor in Pittsburg. Mrs. Harger was a member of the baptist faith. She was preceded in death by her parents, John W. & Mary Addie Thomas Efurd, and her husband. Surviving are her daughter: Mary Johns of Santa Ana, Ca., 3 brothers: John Hart Efurd and Jack Efurd both of Pittsburg, Richard Efurd of Plano, and 2 sisters: Gladys Reaves of Longview and Peggy Mills of Broken Bow, Nebraska Also surviving are 5 grandchildren; 3 great-grandchildren |
| Vanell "Nell" Gaines - Pittsburg, Texas Graveside services for Vanell "Nell" Freeman Gaines, 77, of Pittsburg were held Sept. 1 at Macedonia Cemetery in Camp County under the direction of Erman Smith Funeral Home. The Rev. Mike Kessler officiated. Mrs. Gaines was born Oct. 8, 1931 in Mount Pleasant and died Aug. 28 at Methodist Mansfield Medical Center in Mansfield. Mrs. Gaines was a member of the Macedonia Baptist Church and was a member of the Eastern Star in Pittsburg. She was preceded in death by her parents, Fred and Beatrice McGahee Freeman; one son, Danny Paul Carey, Sr.; and two grandchildren. Surviving are her son and his wife, Kenneth and Liz Gaines of Corpus Christi; four daughters, Darla Gaines of Arlington, Carolyn Walker of Corpus Christi, Elizabeth Wells of Oklahoma City, Okla., and Linda and Joe Storto of Arlington. Also surviving are 18 grandchildren; 16 great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. |
| Mr. Dave Coulter Thompson - Pittsburg, Texas Services for Mr. Thompson, , 87 will be held at 10 a.m. Monday Aug. 31 at First United Methodist Church in Pittsburg, Tx with Bro. Richard Heyduck officiating. Interment will follow at Maple Springs Cemetery in Camp County. The family will receive friends between 3-5 P.M. Sunday at Erman Smith Funeral Home in Pittsburg Mr. Thompson was born June 12, 1922 in Wizard Wells, Texas to John Thompson & Grace Fuqua Thompson, and died August. 28 at ETMC in Pittsburg. Mr. Thompson was a graduate of Winnsboro High School in 1943 , and served in the Army with the 144th infantry as a captain in the Transportation Corp. He worked at Hall Lumber Co., and Lone Star Steel for 28 years and retired in 1985. He was a member of the First united Methodist Church in Pittsburg, and was a member of the American Legion and the Lions Club. Surviving is his wife: Nelda Thompson, Pittsburg, Tx, son: Lynn & Liane Thompson, of Bluffton, Ohio daughter: Ann & Reggie Scheu- Garland, Tx, 6 grandchildren: Jonathan & Allison Scheu, Tim, Amanda, Juliane, & Emily Thompson. Mr. Thompson is preceded in death by his parents. Pallbearers:Royce Terrell, Tim Thompson, Jonathan Scheu, Frank Harrison, Gene Brison, Tommy Irby, Rickie Rape, D.J. Haines Honorary Pallbearers: George Hess, Dick White, Bob Turner, Don Malone, Jim Richard, Larry Shelton, Shorty Irby, George Langford, Jimmy Drennan, Charles Elwonger. Memorial may be made to: First United Methodist Church 109 College St. Pittsburg, Tx or Maple Springs Cemetery P.O. Box 516 Winnsboro, Tx 75494 |
| Tommy Duncan - Pittsburg, Texas Mr. Duncan, 61, of Pittsburg died Tuesday, Aug. 18, 2009, in Pittsburg. A graveside service will be held at 2 p.m. Friday, Aug. 21, at Rose Hill Cemetery with Bro. James Logan and David Posey officiating. Interment is under the direction of Erman Smith Funeral Home. Visitation with the family is Thursday between 6-8 P.M. at the funeral home. Mr. Duncan was born on March 4, 1948 in Titus County, Texas. He is survived by his wife, Sandra Duncan of Pittsburg; a son, Paul Duncan of Pittsburg, brother: W.R. "Billy Bob" Duncan of Dighton, Ks. He was preceded in death by his parents. |
| Marshall Rogers - Pittsburg, Texas Mr. Rogers, 61, of Pittsburg died Monday, Aug. 17, 2009, in Tyler. A graveside service will be held at 10 a.m. Wednesday, Aug. 19, at Knights of Honor Cemetery in Blossom with Charles Findley officiating. Interment is under the direction of Erman Smith Funeral Home. Visitation with the family is Tuesday between 5-7 P.M. at the funeral home. Mr. Rogers was born on Nov. 25, 1947 in Clarksville, the son of Jack and Dorothy Rogers. He was a veteran serving in the United States Navy. He was a Christian. He is survived by his wife, Sally Rogers of Pittsburg; a son, Christopher Brian Rogers of Wichita Falls; two grandsons; and his mother, Dorothy Rogers of Blossom. He was preceded in death by his father. |
| Mrs. JoAnn McConnell - Pittsburg, Texas Services for Mrs. McConnell, , 62 will be held at 10 a.m. Tuesday Aug. 18 at Leesburg Baptist Church in Leesburg with Bro. Larry Davis and Bro. Steve Packer officiating. Interment will follow at Leesburg Cemetery in Leesburg. The family will receive friends between 6-8 P.M. Monday at Erman Smith Funeral Home in Pittsburg Mrs. McConnell was born August 9, 1947 in Dallas, Texas to Delton Otis Butler and Mexie Joy Boyd Butler whom are both deceased, and died August. 15 at ETMC in Pittsburg. Mrs. McConnell was a member of the Leesburg Baptist Church , received her Bachelor of Arts from A&M Commerce, and taught art at the Intermediate School in Pittsburg. Surviving are her husband: Johnny Mack McConnell of Leesburg, son: Brent & Stephanie McConnell of Leesburg, 2 daughters: Laurin & Chris Shea of Lufkin, Emily & Cy Terral of College Station.8 grandchildren: Ashley McConnell & Jarrod Bockmon, Aaron McConnell, Allison McConnell, Lindsey Shea, Tyler Shea, Darren Terral, and Rachel Terral, brother: Michael Butler of Nacogdoches. |
| Leroy Hendricks - Pittsburg, Texas Services for Leroy Hendricks, , 77 will be held at 2 p.m. Sunday Aug. 16 at First Baptist Church in Pittsburg with Virgil Faires and Bro. Kyle Smith officiating. Interment will follow at Willow Oak Cemetery in Upshur County. The family will receive friends between 6-8 P.M. Saturday at Erman Smith Funeral Home in Pittsburg Mr. Hendricks was born October. 30, 1931, in Atoka, Ok. to Jay and Mary Edith Deck Hendricks and died August. 13 at ETMC in Pittsburg. Mr. Hendricks was a member of the baptist church , served in the Army and worked for the Pittsburg Independent School District as an educator. He was preceded in death by his parents; wife: Carrie Hendricks, and son: Aaron Hendricks. Surviving are his children: Kevin and Rhonda Hendricks of Mt.Pleasant, Heather and Kim Hall of Pittsburg, 7 grandchildren: Brook Ratley, Colt Hall, Brandon Ramsey, Ashley Hendricks, Kerry Hendricks, Kara Hendricks, and Meagan Hendricks. 3 great grandchildren: Tucker Ratley, Jace Ratley, and Bryce Ratley, 2 brothers: Billy Hendricks of Greenwood, La., Donald Hendricks of Glendo, Wy, and sister: Judy Auger of Marion, La.. Memorials may be made to The Leroy Hendricks Education Excellence Fund P.O. Box 1189 Pittsburg, Texas 75686 |
| Wayne Lineberger - Pittsburg, Texas Services for Wayne Lineberger, 68, will be held at 2 p.m. Aug. 13 at Erman Smith Funeral Home Chapel in Pittsburg with the Rev. Weldon Miller officiating. Interment will follow at Nevill's Chapel Cemetery in Titus County. Mr. Lineberger was born Dec. 5, 1940, in Camp County, to William Era and Annie Martin Lineberger and died Aug. 10 at his residence in Pittsburg. Mr. Lineberger was a member of the church of Christ. He was a farmer and was retired from SWEPCO. He was preceded in death by his parents; a brother, Larry Duane Lineberger; and two sisters, Catherine Johnson, and Mattie Lou Steck. Surviving are his wife, Janice Lineberger of Pittsburg; a daughter, Darlette Nunley of Pittsburg; two grandchildren, Cole and Ty Nunley; their father, Kenneth Nunley of Pittsburg; and other relatives. Pallbearers will be Phillip Hahn, Larry Smith, James Long, Neal Hallonquist, Wayne Kimbell, and Rodney Marshall. The family will receive friends from 6-8 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home. Memorials may be made to Cypress Basin Hospice, P.O. Box 544, Mount Pleasant, TX 75456. |
| Glenda Parker - Pittsburg, Texas Glenda Parker, 69, of Pittsburg died Wednesday, Aug. 5, 2009, at her residence. Services will be held at 11 a.m., Aug. 15, at Saint William Laud Episcopal Church in Pittsburg. Mrs. Parker was born on Aug. 4, 1940, in Corsicana, the daughter of Grady Garrison Ellis and Dessie Flackie Phillips Ellis. She was a member of Saint William Laud Episcopal Church. She worked for Southwestern Bell for 12 years and was self-employed for 20 years. She is survived by her son and daughter-in-law, Bart and Mary Ruth Townsend of Pittsburg; and a grandchild, Grady G. Townsend of Pittsburg. She was preceded in death by her parents. Memorials may be made to: First United Methodist Church Youth Program, 109 College Street, Pittsburg, Texas 75686 or Saint William Laud Episcopal Church, P. O. Box 1057, Pittsburg, Texas 75686. |
| Edith Reynolds - Rowlett, Texas Edith Reynolds, 75, of Rowlett and formerly of Pittsburg, died Thursday, Aug. 6, 2009, in Rowlett. Services will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday, Aug. 11, at Erman Smith Funeral Home Chapel with Bro. Steve Packer officiating. Interment will follow at Rose Hill Cemetery under the direction of Erman Smith Funeral Home. The family will receive friends from 5 - 7 p.m. Monday at the funeral home Mrs. Reynolds was born on Oct. 12, 1933, in Camp County, the daughter of John H. Boyd and Jessie Mae Ballard Boyd. She was a member of First Baptist Church in Pittsburg. She is survived by a son and daughter-in-law, David and Tanya Clifton of Rowlett; and two stepdaughters, Sharon Reynolds Smith of Pittsburg, and Laura Overstreet Lunsford of Houston; and seven grandchildren; and a sister and brother-in-law, Wilma and Jesse Graves of Pittsburg; and numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband, Weldon Reynolds; her parents; and three sisters.
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| Lester McFerrin - Pittsburg, Texas Services for Lester McFerrin, 81, of Pittsburg were held Aug. 1 at Greer Blvd. church of Christ in Pittsburg with Virgil Faires officiating. Interment followed at Macedonia Cemetery in Camp County. Mr. McFerrin was born April 18, 1928 in Mount Pleasant and died July 29 at his residence. He was a member of the Greer Blvd. church of Christ. He was preceded in death by his parents and his grandson, Nick McFerrin. Surviving are his wife, Doris Mae McFerrin of Pittsburg; his daughter and son-in-law, Wanda and Ron Williams of Blodgett; three sons, Mickey and his wife Deverie McFerrin of Yantis, Terry and his wife Vicki McFerrin of Fairfield, and Gary Paul McFerrin of Pittsburg. Also surviving are eight grandchildren and 13 great-grandchildren. Pallbearers were his grandsons, and honorary pallbearers were East Texas Crude employees. |
| Velma Lee Buck Williams - Pittsburg, Texas Velma Lee Buck Williams was born May 26, 1925 in Wood County, and died on July 29 in Fort Worth. She was preceded in death by her parents, James Gooley and Parlee Buck; husband, Percy H. Williams; and brothers, James Buck and William Buck. Velma Lee is survived by her daughter, Nancy Blount of Bedford; brother, Virgil Buck of Abbeville, La.; nieces, Stacie Guarin, also of Abbeville, Sylvia Vandergriff of Mesquite, Betty McCrary of Lewisville, Linda Weesner of Plano; and nephews, Gary Buck of Mount Vernon, James Glenn Buck, and Robert Buck of Abbeville, and Johnny True of Henderson. Velma Lee moved to Pittsburg in the early 1940’s and worked at Sonny Boy’s and Posey Parker Plumbing before retiring to be a homemaker. She was a member of the First Baptist Church, and a member of the Pittsburg Chapter of the Eastern Star. Velma Lee was a devoted daughter, wife, and mother. Her caring nature, friendly smile, and outgoing personality brought her many friends. Velma Lee gave joy to others with her kindness, and goodwill. She will be missed deeply by those she left behind. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation in her name to the Alzheimer’s Association; North Central Texas Chapter, 101 Summit Ave., Suite 300, Fort Worth, TX 76102. A memorial service celebrating her life was held on Aug. 3 at Erman Smith Funeral Home Chapel. |
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| Jewell Bell - Pittsburg, Texas Mrs. Bell passed away Wednesday, July 22, 2009 at her home in Pittsburg at the age of 83. She was a member of the Tyler Rose Society. She is survived by 2 sons and daughters-in-law: Clarence R. & Connie Bell of Pasadena, David W. & Terry Bell of Ponca City, Ok., 1 daughter and son-in-law: Dr. Theresa Bell Sparks and Larry D. Sparks of West. She is also survived by 3 grandchildren: Matthew A. Bell, Sarah E. Sparks, and Ethan I. Sparks. She was preceded in death by her parents: David Allen Parker & Leacy Alene Bell Parker. husband: A.W. Bell, Jr. , and siblings. Services are scheduled for 10:00 A.M. Saturday, July 25 , 2009 at Erman Smith Funeral Home Chapel with burial to follow at 3:00 P.M. at Pleasant Hill Cemetery in Nacogdoches. Visitation with the family will be Friday between 6-8 P.M. at Erman Smith Funeral Home. |
| Opal Mae Taylor - Pittsburg, Texas Mrs. Taylor, 91, of Pittsburg died Sunday, July 19, 2009, in Mount Pleasant. Services will be held at 10 a.m. Tuesday, July 21 at Erman Smith Funeral Home with the Rev. Scott Darby and Tony Taylor officiating. Interment will follow at Spring Hill Cemetery under the direction of Erman Smith Funeral Home. Visitation with the family is between 6-8 P.M. Monday at the funeral home. Pallbearers will be Freddie E. McNeil, Jerry L. McNeil, Rick Smith, William Moore, Nathan Burks, and Tanner Burks. Mrs. Taylor was born on May 21, 1918, in Camp County, the daughter of Henry and Minnie Bell Senn Mercer. She was a member of First Baptist Church of Cason and was a homemaker. She is survived by her son and daughter-in-law, Freddie L. McNeil and Iva Nell McNeil of Daingerfield; 13 grandchildren and 30 great-grandchildren and 16 great-great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her daughter, Ann C. Smith; granddaughters, Cynthia Carol Smith and Angela Renae Smith; and her parents. |
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| Larry Barrett - Winnsboro, Texas Mr. Barrett, 66, died Wednesday, July 1, 2009, at the family residence. A graveside service will be held at 9 a.m. Friday, July 3, at Maple Springs Cemetery with Bro. Pete Dugger and Bro. Perry Shirley officiating. Interment is under the direction of Erman Smith Funeral Home. Honorary pallbearers are Tommy Barrett, Danny Barrett, Clint Barrett, Johnny Sanford, Asa Joslin Jr., Mickey Vega, and Mike "Bird Dog" King. Mr. Barrett was born on Sept. 8, 1942, in Camp County, the son of A.J. Barrett and Jennie Ruth Graves Barrett. He served in the United States Air Force where he was a B-52 mechanic. He was a long-haul truck driver and a member of Sharon Baptist Church in Winnsboro. He is survived by his daughter and son-in-law, Lisa and Leon "Leo" Sanders of Winnsboro; a grandchild, Jerett Walters of Irving; two brothers, Jimmy Barrett and David Barrett, both of Winnsboro; and a sister, Mary Osbourn of Newsome; and several nieces and nephews and cousins. He was preceded in death by his parents. Visitation with the family will be Thursday 6-8 P.M at Erman Smith Funeral Home |
| George Calahan - Pittsburg, Texas Graveside services for George Jackson Calahan Jr., 72, of Pittsburg, were held July 1 at Ebenezer Cemetery in Camp County with the Rev. Kyle Smith officiating. Mr. Calahan was born June 24, 1937 in Hunt County and died June 29 at East Texas Medical Center Tyler. He was a Baptist, a short haul truck driver, and served in the National Guard in the 1950's. He was preceded in death by his wife, Barbara Jean Calahan. Surviving are three sons, John and his wife Crystal Wells, David Calahan, and Joseph and his wife Tina Calahan, all of Pittsburg. |
| Rick Warrick - Pittsburg, Texas Graveside services for Rick Warrick, 54, of Pittsburg were held June 17 at Crossroads Cemetery in Camp County. Mr. Warrick was born Nov. 9, 1954 in Pittsburg and died June 12 at East Texas Medical Center Pittsburg. |
| Richie Steger - Pittsburg, Texas Services for Richie Shaw Steger, 87, will be at 11 a.m Thursday at the Erman Smith Funeral Home Chapel with the Rev. Dr. Richard Heyduck officiating. Interment will follow at 4 p.m. at Waldrop Cemetery in Panola County. Mrs. Steger was born June 14, 1922 in Panola County to Richmond and Elsie Dobbins Shaw. She graduated from Carthage High School and in 1945 she received a bachelor of science in vocational homemaking from Stephen F. Austin Teachers College. Mrs. Steger taught homemaking at Union Hill for 27 years. She joined the First United Methodist Church in Pittsburg in 1946. She was preceded in death by her husband, R.C. (Buddy) Steger; and her parents, Richmond and Elsie Dobbins Shaw; one brother, Durwood Shaw; and three sisters, Helen Pack, Edith Reed, and Ariel Knott. Survivors include a daughter, Sheila Kay Fambrough of Pittsburg; three grandchildren, Ross and Sara Fambrough of Stephenville, Blake Fambrough of Stephenville, and Jim and Katie Steger of Seattle, Wash. She is also survived by a brother, Richmond Shaw of Nacogdoches. Pallbearers will be Steve Spearman, Tim Spearman, Bates Duncan, Mark Duncan, Ross Fambrough, and Blake Fambrough. Honorary pallbearers were George Hess, Carroll Oldham, Bobby Barrett, Benny Burns, Brian Shaw, and Dave Thompson. The family will receive friends at the funeral home between 6 and 8 p.m. Wednesday. Memorials may be made to First United Methodist Church, 109 College St., Pittsburg TX 75686. |
| Betty Munn - Scroggins, Texas Services for Betty Jean Munn, 78, of Scroggins were held June 24 at Erman Smith Funeral Home Chapel in Pittsburg with the Rev. Larry Glosup officiating. Interment followed at Leesburg Cemetery. Mrs. Munn was born July 14, 1930 in Pittsburg and died June 20 at Select Speciality Hospital at Good Shepherd in Longview. She was a member of New Hope Baptist Church in Scroggins and was a retired LVN at Whispering Pines Nursing Facility in Winnsboro. She was preceded in death by her parents W.N. Hood and Gladys Landers Hood. Surviving are two sons and their wives, Marcel and Brenda Munn of Longview, and Melvin and Rhonda Munn of Quitman; three daughters and their husbands, Marilyn and Dicky Miller of Mount Pleasant, Shirley and John Wright of Scroggins, and Melinda and Shawn Maynard of Angleton; two brothers, David Hood of Crosby, and Billy Hood of Kilgore; and two sisters, Ruth Morris of Pittsburg, and Martha Lively of Hurst. Also surviving are seven grandchildren, Marlo Munn Nowak, Laci Munn Tincher, Nathan Munn, Michelle Munn, Melody Wright, Andrew Maynard, and Brandon Maynard; and one great-granddaughter, Olivia Hale. Pallbearers were Dennis Hood, John Hood, Walter Cervin, Toby Pilgrim, Lee Landers, Bennie Moore, and Gaylon Moore. |
| Margie Porier - Pittsburg, Texas Services for Margie Nell Porier, 72, of Pittsburg were held June 20 at Erman Smith Funeral Home Chapel with the Rev. Duane Turner and the Rev. David Jackson officiating. Interment followed at Ebenezer Cemetery. Mrs. Porier was born Oct. 9, 1936 in Camp County and died June 16 at East Texas Medical Center Pittsburg. She was a member of Ebenezer Friendship Baptist Church in Camp County. She was a graduate of Pittsburg High School and was a mother and homemaker. Mrs. Porier was preceded in death by her husband Thelbert Porier. Surviving are her son, Mike Porier of Huntsville; three daughters, Karen Parker of Longview, Cindy and David Jackson of Pittsburg, and Sue and Jerry Efurd of Pittsburg; seven grandchildren; and five great-grandchildren. Pallbearers were Damon Davis, Jake Davis, Ben Denson, Phil Richardson, Wayne Herring, and Jerry Graham. Honorary pallbearers were Wayne Herring and Jerry Richardson. |
| Charlcie "Mutt" Gibson - Gilmer, Texas Graveside services for Charlcie 'Mutt' Gibson, 90, of Gilmer were held June 29 at Ebenezer Cemetery in Camp County with the Rev. John Melvin Dodd and the Rev. George Dodd officiating. Ms. Gibson was born Nov. 22, 1918 in Pittsburg and died June 27 at Bradford House Assisted Living in Gilmer. She was a member of the First United Methodist Church in Pittsburg and retired from Shell Oil Company in 1970. She graduated from Pittsburg High School in 1937. Ms. Gibson resided in Pittsburg from 1970 to 2003. Ms. Gibson is survived by her sister, Janet Gibson Loyd of Gilmer |
| Juanita Daniels - Pittsburg, Texas Services for Juanita Daniels, 93, of Runaway Bay were held June 26 at Erman Smith Funeral Home Chapel with the Rev. James Pierce and the Rev. Doyle Rust officiating. Interment followed at County Line Cemetery in Camp County. Mrs. Daniels was born June 8, 1916 in Camp County and died June 23 at her residence in Runaway Bay. She was a Baptist and the last sibling of nine to pass away. She was preceded in death by her husband, Heston Stafford Daniels on Oct. 13, 1987. She was also preceded in death by her parents, Henry Helms and Claudia Payne Helms; her son, Johnny Stafford Daniels, twin grandchildren, Tristen and Trevor Saunier, and eight brothers and sisters. Surviving are a daughter and son-in-law, Kay and Lannie Foreman of Runaway Bay. Also surviving are five grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. Pallbearers were Jim Daniels, John Marr, Mike Healy, Mike Rimpel, Justin Hollis, and Richard Fountain. |
| Mary Reynolds - Pittsburg , Texas Mrs. Reynolds passed away in Tyler on Saturday, June 13, 2009. She is survived by her loving husband Don Reynolds of Pittsburg, and her children Mike & Robin Reynolds of Pittsburg, Elizabeth & Mark Lawton of Pittsburg. She is also survived by 3 grandchildren: Tyler Reynolds, Sydney Reynolds and Drew Lawton all of Pittsburg. Mrs. Reynolds is a member of Greer Blvd. Church of Christ and former co-owner and operator with her husband of Don Reynolds Flowers and Gifts. Visitation with the family will be Monday 6-8 P.M. at the funeral home. Funeral Services are scheduled for 2:00 P.M. Tuesday at First Bapist Church in Pittsburg with burial to follow at Rose Hill Cemetery in Pittsburg. |
| Anne Holman Ariola - Dallas, Texas Church services for Mrs. Ariola, 66, of Dallas will be held 4:00 P.M. Tuesday, June 9, 2009 at First United Methodist Church in Pittsburg. Burial will follow at Rose Hill Cemetery in Pitsburg. Mrs. Ariola was born May 14, 1943 and died June3, 2009. She is survived by her son: Tad & Kelsy Roberts of Little Elm, daughter: Tasha Ariola of Dallas and 4 grandchildren. She is also survived by 2 sisters: Sudie & Johnny Mann of Roundrock, and Christy & Mike Sullivan of Plano. She will lie in state Monday June 8 between the hours of 8 A.M. -5 P.M. |
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Ersel Nathan Young - Pittsburg, Texas Pittsburg- Services for Ersel Nathan Young, 86, of Pittsburg will be held at 1:00 P.M. Tuesday, June 9, at Erman Smith Funeral Home Chapel with the Reverend Kyle Smith officiating. Burial will be in Macedonia Cemetery. Mr. Young passed away at his home on June 5, 2009. He was born May, 1, 1923 in Kirvin, Tx. He had lived in Pittsburg for 19 years after moving from Duncanville, Tx. Mr. Young graduated from Southern Methodist University in 1950 after serving two tours of duty in WWII as a flight engineer and top turret gunman on a B-24 bomber. He flew the China Burma, India Hump as a CBI and member of the Flying Tigers. After graduating from SMU, Mr. Young worked as an accountant for Rowley United Theater and later Chartered his own Old Line Legal Reserve Insurance Company, Provident American Insurance Co., Dallas, Tx. as co-owner and President. Ersel and his late wife Dorthey Ann retired to Lake Bob Sandlin in Pittsburg, Tx. Mr. Young was preceded in death by his wife, parents, two brothers, and two sisters. He is survived by his daughter and son-in-law, Linda Ann and Larry Morris; his son and daughter-in-law, James Nathan and Renae Young, one brother, one sister, four grandchildren, DeWayne Morris, Curtis Morris, Nathan Young, and Rachel Young, and five great grandchildren. Visitation will be 6-8 P.M., Monday June 8, at the funeral home Memorials may be made to Emmanuel Baptist Church Relocation Building Fund 307 Elm Street Pittsburg, Texas 75686 |
Tom Mathis - Pittsburg, Texas |
Dan Barrett - Pittsburg, Texas |
| Ann Spencer Mathis - Pittsburg , Texas Mrs. Mathis passed away peacefully at home May 24 with her husband by her side after a courageous battle with myliodysplasia syndrome (MDS). Ann is survived by her loving husband of 54 years, Harry D. Mathis, and her children David S. Mathis of Clear Lake City, Nancy Jewett and husband Jeff of Houston, and Thomas H. Mathis of Pittsburg. She is also survived by many beloved nieces and nephews, great nieces and nephews, three sisters-in-law, one brother-in-law, and two step-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents Mr. and Mrs. William O. Spencer, her brother William Rex Spencer, and her brother and his wife Robert and Joyce Spencer. Ann was born Nov. 2, 1929 at the Ferndale Club and spent the first few years of her life there. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that memorial contributions may be made to Reeves Chapel United Methodist Church, Cypress Basin Hospice or the First United Methodist Church of Pittsburg. Funeral services are set for Wednesday, May 27th at the fIrst United Methodist Church with burial to follow at Reeves Chapel Cemetery. Visitation with the family will be Tuesday 5-7 P.M. at the funeral home. |
| Gary Lynn Weaver - Pittsburg, Texas Mr. Weaver passed away Friday, May 22, 2009 at ETMC in Tyler at the age of 63. He was a baptist, and served in the Navy. He is survived by his wife: Doris Weaver of Pittsburg, 1 son: Gary Lynn Weaver, Jr. of Chandler, 2 daughters: Wendy Springfield of Sulphur Springs, and Terian Edwards of Bullard. He is also survived by 6 grandchildren, 4 brothers: Joe Weaver of Garland, John Mark Weaver, Delma G. Weaver, and James Weaver all of Pittsburg. He was preceded in death by his parents: Randolph Henry Weaver and Fayrene Knight Weaver. Services are scheduled for 2:00 P.M. Monday, May 25 , 2009 at Erman Smith Funeral Home Chapel with burial to follow at Ebenezer Cemetery in Camp County. Visitation with the family will be Sunday between 6-8 P.M. at Erman Smith Funeral Home. |
| Paul C. Russell - Scroggins, Texas Paul C. Russell, 71, of Scroggins died Thursday, May 21, 2009, in Pittsburg. Services will be held at 12 p.m. Saturday, May 23, at Erman Smith Funeral Home Chapel with Rodney Williams, Charles Ethridge and Chris Jones officiating. Interment will follow at Bethel Cemetery in Franklin County under the direction of Erman Smith Funeral Home. Pallbearers will be Mitchell Self, Landon Self, Travis Self, Dalton Kitts, Brandon Redfern, and Carol Calhoun. Honorary pallbearers are Matt Wilkerson and Zachary Hunter. Mr. Russell was born on April 7, 1938, in Douglassville, the son of Ed and Viola Warrick Russell. He was 32nd degree Mason of the Gus Garrison Lodge in Winnsboro; a member of Lions Club Association of Dallas; a deacon at Pine Street Baptist Church; and a singer with the Gospel Notes Quartet. He was a retired insurance agent in Dallas and operated a chicken broiler operation in Scroggins. He is survived by his wife, Billie Russell of Scroggins; two daughters and sons-in-law, Dana and Mitchell Self and Carla Smith and Matt Wilkerson, all of Scroggins; four grandchildren and spouses, Shana and Brandon Redfern, Landon and Dana Self, all of Scroggins, Travis and Holly Self of Pittsburg, and Dalton Kitts of Scroggins; and four great-grandchildren; three brothers, Leon Russell and Clifton Russell, both of Atlanta, and Jimmie Kizer of Pittsburg; and two sisters, Louise Cauley of Queen City and Gail Hancock of Douglassville; a step brother, Joe Kizer of Pittsburg and a step sister, Peggy Ruth Hubenak of Pittsburg. He was preceded in death by his parents and two brothers, Charles Russell and Kennith Russell. |
| Dorris M. Hazlip - Pittsburg, Texas Mrs. Hazlip passed away Monday, May 11, 2009 at Pittsburg Nursing Center at the age of 100. She was a southern baptist and retired from the newspaper industry.She is survived by her 2 daughters: Roberta Self of Pittsburg and Caroline Bond of Richardson. She is also survived by 3 grandchildren : Karen Self, Dr. Kirk Bond, and Suzanne Bond; 2 great grandchildren: Annalise Bond and Sarah Kate Bond.She was preceded in death by her parents: John Franklin Merritt and Caroline Lydia Thigpen Merritt and her husband Jack Hazlip.Services are scheduled for 3:00 P.M. Friday, May 15 , 2009 at Resthaven Memorial Park Cemetery in Midland, Texas. Visitation with the family will be Wednesday between 2-4 P.M. at Erman Smith Funeral Home. Visitation with the family will be 12:00 - 1:00 P.M. Friday at the Ellis Funeral Home in Midland, Texas. |
| Carroll Hawkins - Pittsburg, Texas Mr. Hawkins passed away Wednesday, May 6, 2009 at Titus Regional Medical Center at the age of 70. He was a a member of Faith Missionary Baptist Church. He is survived by his 3 daughters: Rhonda & Johnny French of Pittsburg, Kim & John Brummell of Pittsburg, and Amy & Tony Gaines of Pittsburg. He is also survived by 7 grandchildren and 5 great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents: Pat C. Hawkins and Isabelle Daniel Hawkins.Services are scheduled for 10:00 A.M. Friday, May 8 , 2009 at Sand Hill Cemetery in Bowie County, Texas. Visitation with the family will be Thursday between 6-8 P.M. at Erman Smith Funeral Home. |
| Mary McClung Ward - Ore City, Texas Graveside services for Mary McClung Ward, 56 of Ore City, were held May 6 at Macedonia Cemetery in Pittsburg with the Rev. Kyle Smith officiating. Mrs. Ward was born Sept. 13, 1952 in Mount Pleasant and died May 4 at Good Shepherd Hospital in Longview. She was a Baptist and is survived by her husband, Bennie Ward of Ore City; a son, Billy Stacks of Gilmer; a daughter, Janet Stacks of Pittsburg; two brothers, Doyle McClung and Dwayne McClung, both of Pittsburg; and one granddaughter, Brianna Stacks. |
| Donald Frank Shelton - Pittsburg, Texas Donald Frank Shelton, 78, beloved husband, father and grandfather passed away May 2 at East Texas Medical Center Pittsburg, surrounded by his loving family. Mr. Shelton was born on Nov. 30, 1930 in Pilot Point, TX to Jesse and Irene Shelton. He married Joann Stewart on Jan. 19, 1952. Mr. Shelton was of the Baptist faith. After graduation from Irving High School in Irving, and his service in the U.S. Army from 1952-54, Mr. Shelton worked for Yellow Transit Freight Lines. He worked as a general contractor for several years before founding The Shelton Company/Shelton Gunite in 1961. Mr. Shelton retired to his beloved ranch in Pittsburg in 1985 where he built their dream home. He is survived by his wife Joann; three daughters, Joanna Lynn Woods and husband Dan of Mount Vernon, Jeri Lynnell Garfield of Pittsburg, and Lari Robin Shelton of Little Elm; five grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren. Also surviving are his sisters, Margaret White of Garland, Mildred Servil of Alaska, Yvonne Robinson of Ingram, and Gayle Patterson of Carrollton; brothers, Neil Shelton of Nacogdoches, and Dexter Shelton of Houston; numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, brother Travis Shelton, and sister Maxine McCurdy. Services were held May 5 at Erman Smith Funeral Chapel; burial was at Smyrna Cemetery in Winnsboro. Pallbearers were grandchildren and great-grandchildren, Robert T. Garfield, Sasheen D. Hooper, Daniel E. Moses, Otis R. Rish, Kevin D. Woods, and Evan L. Moses. Honorary pallbearers were Dan Woods and Joel Ladd. In lieu of flowers the family has requested donations be made to The Alzheimer's Association or St. Jude's Hospital for Children. |
| Odis Lacy Griffin- Gilmer, Texas Mr. Griffin passed away Thursday, April 30, 2009 at his home in Gilmer at the age of 77. He was a a member of Willow Oak Baptist Church and served in the Army. He is survived by his wife: Rosa Griffin of Gilmer, 1 son: Mike Griffin of Mississippi, 2 daughters: Phyllis & Kathy Griffin both of Texas. He is also survived by numerous grandchildrena and 1 brother: George Griffin of Houston. He was preceded in death by his parents: Sidney A. Griffin and Oma Spivey, 1 brother: Raymond Griffin and 1 son: Mark Griffin. Services are scheduled for 11:00 A.M. Saturday, May 2 , 2009 at Willow Oak Baptist Church in Upshur County. Burial will follow at Willow Oak Cemetery in Upshur County, Texas. Visitation with the family will be Friday between 5-7 P.M. at Erman Smith Funeral Home. |
| Betty Bright Ripley - Pittsburg, Texas Services for Betty Bright Ripley, 79, were held April 22 at First Baptist Church in Pittsburg with the Rev. Steve Packer officiating. Interment following at Forest Lawn Memorial Park in Mount Pleasant, under the direction of Erman Smith Funeral Home. Mrs. Ripley was born Aug. 23, 1929 in Quitman and died April 18 at Titus Regional Medical Center in Mount Pleasant. Mrs. Ripley was preceded in death by her parents, Fred Bright Sr. and Emmie Douglas Bright; two brothers, Fred Bright Jr. and Joe Bright; and one sister-in-law, Jacqueline Bright. Surviving are her husband James M. "Rip" Ripley of Pittsburg; two daughters, Mary Anne and her husband Barry Collins of Sugarland, and Karla Ripley of Shepherd; two grandchildren, Christin and her husband Spencer Morell of Austin, and Barrett Hayes Collins of Sugarland; and two great-grandchildren, Collin and Bailey Morell of Austin. Also surviving are her sister-in-law, Jo Bright of Mount Pleasant; nieces, Danice Bright of Austin, Dorthy Seagraves of Casper, Wyo., Irma Snead, Fordyce, Ark., Patti Alexander of Mount Pleasant, Linda Rogers of New Diana, and Karen Miller of El Dorado, Ark.; nephews, Ben Bright of Smithville, Jack Bright of California; and lifelong friend, Mary Louise Ramsey. |
| Norma Lee Russell - Austin, Texas - formerly Pittsburg, Texas Norma Lee Russell, 96, of Austin and formerly of Pittsburg, died Thursday, April 16, 2009, in Austin. Services will be held at 2 p.m. Sunday, April 19, at Erman Smith Funeral Home Chapel with Virgil Faires officiating. Interment will follow at Rose Hill Cemetery under the direction of Erman Smith Funeral Home. Pallbearers will be her grandsons and family members. Mrs. Russell was born on Sept. 4, 1912, in Camp County, the daughter of William and Eugenia Richardson Reynolds. She was a member of the Church of Christ and had lived in Pittsburg all her life until 1991 when she moved to Austin. She is survived by her four sons, Clyde Russell of Bellaire, Loyd Russell of Pittsburg, Gerald Russell of Pflugerville, and Willis Russell of Keller; a daughter, Dorothy Chrisner of Austin; 11 grandchildren and 22 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Clyde Russell; a daughter, Mary Jo Russell; her parents; and eight brothers and six sisters. |
| James Crim Patterson- Pittsburg, Texas Mr. Patterson passed away Thursday, April 2, 2009 at Pittsburg Nursing Center in Pittsburg at the age of 87. He was a a member of New Mine Baptist Church and served in the Army. He is survived by his 3 sons: James Keith Patterson and Wife Connie Sue Patterson of Pittsburg, Harold Wayne Patterson and Wife Mary Jane Patterson of Longview, and Jerry Doyle Patterson and Wife Patty Patterson of Kaufman. He is also survived by 2 sisters: Thelma Taylor of Pittsburg, and Lillian and Ted Pruden of Cypress, and 11 grandchildren and 6 great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents: James Otis Patterson and Myrtle Olie Garrison Patterson, wife: Reba Lucille Patterson, sister Buna McConnell. Services are scheduled for 2:00 P.M. Saturday, April 4 , 2009 at Erman Smith Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will follow at Ebenezer Cemetery in Camp County, Texas. Visitation with the family will be Friday between 6-8 P.M. at Erman Smith Funeral Home. |
| Othell "Mama" Coffman- Pittsburg, Texas Mrs. Cofman passed away Thursday, April 2, 2009 at East Texas Medical Center in Pittsburg at the age of 89. She was a baptist. She is survived by her daughter: Linda Allen of Pittsburg, grandaughter and grandson: Cindy and David yYoungblood of Pittsburg, 2 great grandchildren: Josh Youngblood of Dallas and Hollie Youngblood of Tyler. She was preceded in death by her parents: George E. & Florence Bullard Helms,and husband: Marion Coffman. Graveside services are scheduled for 11:00 A.M. Saturday, April 4 , 2009 at County Line (Riley) Cemetery in Camp County. Visitation with the family will be Friday between 6-8 P.M. at Erman Smith Funeral Home. |
| Eddie A. Doubrava- Pittsburg, Texas Services for Eddie A. Doubrava, 94, of Pittsburg were held March 27 at Erman Smith Funeral Home Chapel. The Rev. Richard Heyduck officated. Interment followed at Rose Hill Cemetery. Mr. Doubrava was born Dec. 18, 1924 in Skidmore, and died March 24 at his residence. He was a retired Postmaster from Woodsboro and he was a 61 year member of the Frank Sexton Masonic Lodge. He is survived by his children, sons, Charles E. Doubrava and wife, Connie of Austin, Kenneth W. Doubrava and wife, Bunny of Fort Worth, John R. Doubrava and wife, Mary of Bedford; and daughter, Beverely Jecker of Pittsburg, seven grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his wife, Clarice. Memorial contributions may be made to the First United Methodist Church Ministry Center, 109 College St., Pittsburg, TX 75686. |
| Norman Minick- Pittsburg, Texas Mr. Minick passed away Tuesday, March 24, 2009 at Titus Regional Hospital in Mt.Pleasant at the age of 81. He was a baptist and crain operator for Lone Star Steel for 33 years. He is survived by his 2 sons: Charles Ray Minick of Lockney, Carl Lynn Minick of Pittsburg, 1 daughter: Teri Lea Wilson of Pittsburg, and 1 grandaughter: Danielle Renee Minick of Pittsburg. He was preceded in death by Parents: Carl Minick and Elmanza Romine Minick, and 8 siblings. Graveside services are scheduled for 11:00 A.M. Saturday, March 28 , 2009 at Ebenezer Cemetery in Camp County. Visitation with the family will be Saturday between 9-10:45 P.M. at Erman Smith Funeral Home. |
| Thomas Reardon, Sr. - Pittsburg, Texas Services for Thomas Reardon, 89, were held March 19 at St. William Laud Episcopal Church in Pittsburg with the Rev. Terry Matthews and Father Jim Price officiating. Interment followed at Rose Hill Cemetery under the direction of Erman Smith Funeral Home. Mr. Reardon was born Nov. 25, 1919 in Pittsburg and died March 16 at Hospice of East Texas in Tyler. Mr. Reardon was a member, and was among the co-founding families, of St. William Laud Episcopal Church, and he retired from Southwestern Bell in 1982 after 37 years. He was a member of the Masonic Orders where he was a 32nd degree Mason and member of the Blue Lodge, the Scottish Rite, and a member of the Hella Temple Shriners. He was also a past president of the Rotary Club, and was a member of the VFW. Mr. Reardon served in the Army during World War II serving with Gen. George S. Patton's 3rd Army, liberating the Dachau Prison Camp which housed the Polish Jewish people. He obtained the rank of Tech Sgt. and was honorably discharged in 1946. Mr. Reardon was preceded in death by his wife, Selma Thomas Reardon, who he married in Marshall on April 29, 1956. He was also preceded in death by his parents Azbury Mason Reardon and Ida Mae King Reardon; brothers, Johnnie Mason Reardon, and Hartwell Otho Reardon; and a sister, Nan Rebecca Reardon Spratt. Survivors include his son, Thomas Reardon Jr. of Longview; one daughter, Celeste Roach and her husband Jon of Mount Pleasant; one brother, Billy Rex Reardon, of Fort Worth; and his sister, Virginia Reardon Jones of Bullard. Also surviving are two grandchildren, Rachel Roach and Rosanna Roach, both of Mount Pleasant. Pallbearers were Dick White, Rex Law, B Gooding, Steve Howell, Steve Spearman, and Stephen Groce. Honorary pallbearers were F.M. "Yank" Howell, Jack Meriwether, and Bill D. Moye. Memorials may be made to the charity of ones choice. |
| Billy Glen Allen- Pittsburg, Texas Mr. Allen passed away Saturday, March 14, 2009 at his home at the age of 61. He was a baptist and served in the Army and National Guard. He is survived by his wife: Linda V. Allen of Pittsburg, son: Billy Allen of San Antonio, 2 daughters: Thersa & Dale McKnight of Canton and Kimber & Mark Taylor of Pittsburg, 4 grandchildren: Brent McKnight & wife Laurie, Jessica Allen, Brittany Darty, Tanner McKnight, 3 great grandchildren: Nathan McKnight, Aidan McKnight, and Hanna Gaydos. He is also survived by his sister: Wanda King of League City. He was preceded in death by Parents: J.W. Allen and Nellie Mae Efurd Allen, sister: Addie Lee Allen. Funeral services are scheduled for 2:00 P.M. Monday, March 16 , 2009 at Crossroads Baptist Church in Camp County. Burial will be at Crossroads Cemetery in Camp County following the service. Visitation with the family will be Sunday between 2-4 P.M. at Erman Smith Funeral Home. Memorial donations may be made to Cypress Basin Hospice 207 W. Morgan Mt.Pleasant, Texas 75455. |
| Kirk Lankford- Pittsburg, Texas Mr. Lankford passed away Wednesday, March 11, 2009 in Upshur County at the age of 28. He was a member of the Ebenezer Baptist Church in Pittsburg. He is survived by his wife: Kristi Lankford of Pittsburg, son: Trey Lankford of Pittsburg, daughter: Ali Lankford of Pittsburg, Parents: Tammy & Jerad Fowler of Burleson, 2 brothers: Chace Lankford, and Camron Fowler both of Burleson, 2 sisters: Kara Lankford and Chandler Fowler both of Burleson. He is also survived by Granny: Hazel Bishop of Mt.Pleasant. He was preceded in death by daughter: Kendyl Page Lankford Funeral services are scheduled for 2:00 P.M. Friday, March 13 , 2009 at Erman Smith Funeral Home Chapel in Pittsburg. A private family burial will be at Ebenezer Cemetery in Camp County following the service. Visitation with the family will be Friday between 10-12 A.M. at Erman Smith Funeral Home. |
| Joyce Baxter Keith- Pittsburg, Texas Mrs. Baxter passed away Tuesday, March 3, 2009 at her hom in Pittsburg at the age of 90. She was a member of the First United Methodist Church in Pittsburg.She is survived by her son: Baxter & Connie Farmer of Pittsburg, and 1 grand daughter: Briana Farmer of Pittsburg. Funeral services are scheduled for 10:00 A.M. Thursday, March 5 , 2009 at First United Methodist Church in Pittsburg. Burial will be at Rose Hill Cemetery in Pittsburg following the service. Visitation with the family will be Wednesday between 6-8 P.M. at Erman Smith Funeral Home. |
| Joann Clark- Pittsburg, Texas Mrs. Clark passed away Monday, March 2, 2009 at Hospice Homeplace in Tyler, Texas at the of 69. She was a member of the Southside Baptist Church in Gilmer. She is survived by her Husband: Jessie T. Clark of Gilmer, 3 sons: Ken & Sara Clark of Leesburg, Mike Clark of Texarkana, and Jessie & Rebecca Clark of Pittsburg. She is also survived by 12 grandchildren, 1 great grandchildren, 2 brothers: Kenneth Ryan of Kirbyville, Ronnie & Juanita Ryan of Gilmer, 3 sisters: Patsy Deverell of Pittsburg, Sue Ryan of Gilmer, and Maxine Childress of Texas. Funeral services are scheduled for 2:00 P.M. Wednesday, March 4 , 2009 at Leesburg Cemetery in Camp County, Texas. Visitation with the family will be Tuesday between 6-8 P.M. at Erman Smith Funeral Home. |
| Exa Dean Jones- Pittsburg, Texas Mr. Jones passed away Friday, February 27, 2009 at Pittsburg Nursing Center in Pittsburg, Texas at the of 71. He was a member of the Matinburg Baptist Church and retired welder. He is survived by a son: Danny Glen Jones of Mt.Pleasant,a daughter: Talitha Malone & her husband Mike of Garland, and 3 grandchildren. He is also survived by a brother: Mark Steven Jones & his wife Pam of Pittsburg, and a sister: Margaret Peek & her husband Weldon of Pittsburg. He is preceded in death by parents: H.C. Jones and Lois M Smith Jones Sullivan, and wife: Frances Jones. Graveside services are scheduled for 10:00 A.M. Monday, March 2 , 2009 at Rose Hill Cemetery in Pittsburg, Tx. Visitation will be Sunday between 6-8 P.M. at Erman Smith Funeral Home. |
| Alyssa Collins- Pittsburg, Texas Alyssa Collins passed away Thursday, February 26, 2009 at Titus Regional Medical Center in Mt. Pleasant, Texas at the of 18. She was a member of the Emmanual Baptist Church in Pittsburg. She graduated class of 2008 from Pittsburg High School where she was a member of the band. She is survived by her father & step-mother: Kevin and Jennifer Collins of Pittsburg, mother and step-father Shannan & Robert Kemph of Leesburg, 4 sisters: Brooke Collins, Kimberly Stephens, Elizabeth Puckett, all of Pittsburg, and Rachael Kemph of Leesburg. She is also survived by many loving grandparents and many family members. Funeral services are scheduled for 3:00 P.M. Saturday, February 28 , 2009 at Emmanuel Baptist Church. Burial will be at Rose Hill Cemetery in Pittsburg, Tx. Visitation will be Saturday between 1-3 P.M. at the Emmanuel Baptist Church Sanctuary. |
| Mary Ellen Shaver- Pittsburg, Texas Mrs. Shaver passed away Wednesday, February 18, 2009 at Southern Wind Manor in Pittsburg, Texas at the of 85. She was a member of the Eastern Star and retired from Mutual of Omaha. She is survived by her 1 son: Gary & Jan Shaver of Georgetown, 2 daughters: Vickie Shaver McDonald of Dallas, Nancy Robinson of Ft. Worth. 4 grandchildren and 4 great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband: Archie Shaver, son: Kenneth Vernon Shaver. Funeral services are scheduled for 11:00 A.M. Saturday, February 21 , 2009 at Erman Smith Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will be at Clark Cemetery in Jenkins, Tx. Visitation will be Friday between 5-7 P.M. at the funeral home. |
Henrietta Stotts- Pittsburg, Texas |
Pauline Warrick- Pittsburg, Texas |
Sybil Morris Harrel- Pittsburg, Texas |
| Faye McMinn - Pittsburg, Texas Mrs. McMinn passed away Tuesday, Feb. 3, 2009, in Pittsburg. She is survived by a son and daughter-in-law, Bill and Rhynn McMinn of Pittsburg; and a daughter, Elizabeth Specht of Mariposa, Calif.; six grandchildren, Jim Monty of Mariposa, Calif., Robert Monty of Mount Pleasant, Cathy VonSivers of Merced, Calif., Susan Phillips and Billie Jo Arnold, both of Pittsburg, and Kellie Jo Weber of Longview; and 11 great-grandchildren, and two great-great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Harry McMinn; son-in-law, Elly Specht; her parents; and a brother, Robert Ehrlich; and a sister, Curtis Kennington. Services will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday, Feb. 7, at Erman Smith Funeral Home Chapel with the Rev. Duane Turner officiating. Interment will follow at Ebenezer Cemetery. Visitation with the family will be friday between 5-7 P.M. at the funeral home. |
Esca (Joe) Polson Pynes - Pittsburg, Texas His parents and sister Eula May preceded him in death. He is survived by his loving wife, Shirley Pynes: his cherished daughter Sons, Michael Pynes, Anthony Pynes, and Ronald Pynes and wife Karen. Sister, Sue Presley and husband Bob. Grandchildren; Kristopher Pepper, Ronald Pynes II, Samantha McQueen, Anthony Pynes II, Abigail Pynes, Summer Liddle and Whitney Liddle. 4 Great Grandchildren He is also survived by several cousins, a very special aunt – Montez Hood, and special uncle – Ellis Shirey. Funeral Services are set for 2:00 P.M. Sunday, February 1, 2009 at Erman Smith Funeral Home Chapel in The family request memorials be made to Cypress Basin Hospice 207 W. Morgan Mt. Pleasant, Tx 75455 |
Mrs. Alice Dale "Granny" Daily- Pittsburg, Texas |
Evelyn Inez Peters- Pittsburg, Texas |
Chris Coleman- Pittsburg, Texas |
Ola Mae Daniels Clark- Pittsburg, Texas |
Robert Wayne Bynum- Pittsburg, Texas |
Mary Katherine "Kathy" Brownlee- Pittsburg, Texas |
| Larry Efurd- Pittsburg, Texas Mr. Efurd passed away Saturday, December 6, 2008 at East Texas Medical Center in Gilmer, at the of 64. He was a member of Crossroads Baptist Church. He is survived by his wife: Saundra Efurd of Pittsburg, son: Kevin & Kelli Efurd of San Antonio, 3 daughters: Karen Joyner of Pittsburg, Kim Robertson of Mt.Pleasant, Kay & Warren Kastner of Austin.He is also survived by 7 grandchildren, and 1 great grandchild. Preceded in death by his parents: Clarence Fred & Louise Bullard Efurd, sister: Sylvia Murphree. There are no funeral services scheduled. Visitation with the family is from 5-7 P.M. Monday December 8, 2008 at the funeral home. Memorials may be made to East Texas Medical Center Hospice in Gilmer, Texas |
James A. Pullen- Gilmer, Texas |
Evelyn Garrett- Pittsburg, Texas |
Virginia Barrett Irby- Pittsburg, Texas |
Burt Marans- Pittsburg, Texas |
Maria Elena Netro- Pittsburg, Texas |
Elsie Louise Roark- Pittsburg, Texas |
Henry "Jack" Chance- Pittsburg, Texas |
Wanda Faye McNutt- Pittsburg, Texas |
| Frances Stalcup- Formerly of Pittsburg, Texas Mrs. Stalcup passed away Wednesday, October 29, 2008 in West Virginia at the age of 85. She was a member of the Church of Christ. She is survived by 1 son: Glenn Stalcup of Arizona, 1 daughter: Ramona Greene of West Virginia. She was also survived by 11 grandchildren and 6 great grandchildren.Preceded in death by Parents, Husband: Rayford Ray Stalcup, 3 brothers and 1 sister, and 1 great grandchild. Graveside services are scheduled for 2:00 P.M. Saturday, November 1, 2008 at Bethel Cemetery in Franklin County , Texas. There is no visitation with the family scheduled. |
Wanna Patterson- Pittsburg, Texas |
Julia Louise Bynum- Pittsburg, Texas |
Lillian Scudder- Pittsburg, Texas |
| Alex Pool- Leesburg, Texas Mr. Pool passed away Thursday, October 23, 2008 at Hospice of East Texas at the age of 77. He was a member of First Baptist Church . Survived by his wife: Ginger Pool of Leesburg; 1 son and daughter-in-law: Russell & Cheryl Pool of Houston. He is also survived by: 2 grandchildren: John David Pool of Austin and Lauren Ashley Pool of Plano, 1 sister and brother-in-law: Alice & Jerry Saunders of College Station. Preceded in death by parents: Charlie & Julie Sinclair Pool, brother: Eddie Pool.Services are scheduled for 2:00 P.M. Saturday, October 25, 2008 at Erman Smith Funeral Home in Pittsburg. Visitation with the family is from 6-8 P.M. Friday at the funeral home |
Syble Boyd French- Pittsburg, Texas |
| Bernice Baxter- Pittsburg, Texas Mrs. Baxter passed away Tuesday, October 21, 2008 at Pittsburg Nursing Center in Pittsburg at the age of 75. She was a baptist and homemaker. She is survived by 4 sons: David Baxter of Ore City, Tx., Charles Baxter of Pittsburg, Mark Baxter of Pittsburg, Chris Baxter of Pittsburg. She was also survived by numerous grandchildren and 5 great grandchildren.Preceded in death by Parents: J.B. Safford and Ruth Ginn Safford, Husband: C.M. Baxter. Graveside services are scheduled for 11:00 A.M. Thursday, October 23, 2008 at Rose Hill Cemetery in Pittsburg , Texas. Ther is no visitation with the family scheduled. |
Annie Ruth Hanson- Pittsburg, Texas |
| Curtis Kennington- Pittsburg, Texas Mrs. Kennington passed away Sunday, October 5, 2008 at East Texas Medical Center in Pittsburg at the age of 93. She was a member of Ebenezer Baptist Church. She is survived by 1 son: Charles J. Kennington of Pittsburg, Sister: Faye McMinn of Pittsburg; 5 grandchildren; 10 great grandchildren and numerous great great grandchildren.Preceded in death by Parents: Charles & Lela Margaret Weaver Ehrlich, Husband: Jimmie D. Kennington, daughter: Ada Faye Ramsey, Brother: Robert "Bob" Ehrlish. Graveside services are scheduled for 10:00 A.M. Tuesday, October 7, 2008 at Ebenezer Cemetery in Camp County, Texas. Visitation with the family is from 5-7 P.M. Monday October 6, 2008 at the funeral home. |
| J.W. Harrel- Pittsburg, Texas Mr. Harrel passed away Wednesday, October 1, 2008 at East Texas Medical Center in Pittsburg at the age of 82. He was a member of Greer Blvd. Church of Christ. He was a plumber and owner of Harrel's Plumbing and served in the Navy during WWII and the Korean Conflict. Survived by his wife: Jeanette Harrel of Pittsburg; 3 sons: Pat & Pam Harrel of Pittsburg, Dennis & Betty Ann Harrel of Pittsburg, Matt & Charlyn Harrel of Pittsburg; 1 daughter: Tonette Harrel of Pittsburg. He is also survived by: 8 Grandchildren, and 1 Great Grandchild, 3 brothers:Calvin Harrel of Ashland, Mass., Beauman Harrel of South Carolina, John "Bo" & Mary Harrel of Longview; 2 Sisters: Edna Redding of Pittsburg, and Ila J. & J.D. Kimbell of Pittsburg. Preceded in death by Parents: John Alexander Harrel and Maude Davis Harrel, 2 sisters: Aleta Davis and Patsy Matthews, 1 son: Myke Harrel. Services are scheduled for 2:00 P.M. Saturday, October 4, 2008 at Greer Blvd Church of Christ in Pittsburg. Visitation with the family is from 6-8 P.M. Friday at the funeral home. |
| Jose Concha- Pittsburg, Texas Mr. Concha passed away Tuesday, September 30, 2008 at his home in Pittsburg at the age of 72. He was a member of Holy Cross Catholic Church. Survived by his wife: Aurora Concha of Pittsburg; 3 sons: Johnny Concha of Houston, Richard Concha of Houston, Joe L. Concha of Pittsburg; 3 daughters: Mary Zepeda of Pittsburg, Alice McElhaney of Pittsburg and Cyndi Beard of Tyler. He is also survived by: 15 Grandchildren; 10 Great Grandchildren; 2 sisters: Soila Arizmendez of Richmond and Olivia Herrera of Sugarland. Preceded in death by Parents: Jose Concha, Sr. and Maria DeJesus Rodriguez, brother: Don Concha and 2 sisters: Elvira Concha and Dominga Meza. Private Family Graveside services are scheduled for 11:00 A.M. Saturday, October 4, 2008 at Rose Hill Cemetery in Pittsburg. Visitation with the family is from 5-7 P.M. Wednesday October 1, 2008 at the funeral home. |
| Ella R. Christensen- Pittsburg, Texas Mrs. Christensen passed away Sunday, September 28, 2008 at East Texas Medical Center in Pittsburg at the age of 94. She was a member of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints. She is survived by 2 sons: Dr. William R. Christensen of Pittsburg, Dr. Eugene Christensen of Manassa, Co. ; 2 daughters: Ella Mae McCartney and Bonnie Wyatt both of Colorado Springs, Co.; 15 grandchildren; 36 great grandchildren and 6 great great grandchildren.Preceded in death by Parents: Rufus Hugh Mullins and Gracie Annie King, Husband: Wilford Christensen,1 Grandson. Services are scheduled for 1:00 P.M. Thursday, October 2, 2008 at Manassa Ward Chapel in Manassa, Co. Burial will follow at Manassa Cemetery in Manassa, Co. Visitation with the family is from 6-8 P.M. Wednesday October 1, 2008 and 11:30-12:30 Thursday October 2, 2008 before the service at the Roger Family Mortuary in Alamosa, Co. |
| Mayor D.H. Abernathy- Pittsburg, Texas Mr. Abernathy passed away Wednesday, September 24, 2008 at his home in Pittsburg at the age of 96. He was a member of First United Methodist Church. He served on the Pittsburg City Council for 5 years before serving as Mayor for 52 years. Survived by his wife: Laverne Abernathy of Pittsburg; son: W. David Abernathy of Pittsburg; 2 daughters:Mary Lou Spradling of Leonard and Betty Ann & Dennis Harrel of Pittsburg. He is also survived by:8 Grandchildren; 17 Great Grandchildren; 2 Great Great Grandchildren. Preceded in death by Parents: Walter B. Abernathy and Callie Mae Partridge Abernathy. Services are scheduled for 2:00 P.M. Saturday, September 27, 2008 at First United Methodist Church in Pittsburg. Burial will follow at Rose Hill Cemetery in Pittsburg. Visitation with the family is from 4-7 P.M. Friday September 26, 2008 at the The Abernathy House located at 406 Quitman street beside East Texas Medical Center. Memorials may be made to the First United Methodist Church 109 College Street Pittsburg, Texas 75686, Northeast Texas Rural Heritage Museum, or The Pittsburg Fire Department 200 Rusk Street Pittsburg, Texas 75686 |
| Marjorie Young Cook- Pittsburg, Texas Mrs. Cook passed away Tuesday, September 16, 2008 at Pittsburg Nursing Center in Pittsburg at the age of 84. She was a member of First United Methodist Church. Survived by 2 sons: Ronnie Cook and wife Glenda of Pittsburg, Gary Cook of Pittsburg; 2 grandchildren: Greg Cook and Wife Becky, Scott Cook and Wife Amy; 10 Great Grandchildren: Macy, MaKayla, McKlayne, Madalyn, Mahaly, Mabry, Mia, Marly, Mason, and McKeller. She was also survived by a Grandson-in-law: Wade Schane; Brother-in-law: Sam Stock and his children Blake and Anje Stock. Preceded in death by Parents: Joseph Richard Young & Myrtle Riley Young; Husband: J.M. "Buddy" Cook, 1 brother: Richard Leon Young, Sr.; 1 Sister: Francis Stock; 1 Grandaughter: Buffy Cook Schane. Services are scheduled for 10:00 A.M. Thursday, September 18, 2008 at First United Methodist Church in Pittsburg. Burial will follow at Rose Hill Cemetery in Pittsburg. Visitation with the family is from 5-7 P.M. Wednesday September 17, 2008 at the funeral home. Memorials may be made to the First United Methodist Church 109 College Street Pittsburg, Texas 75686 |
| Archie N. Shaver- Pittsburg, Texas Mr. Shaver passed away Wenesday, August 20, 2008 at East Texas Medical Center in Pittsburg, Texas at the age of 85. He was in the Navy during WWII. He was Valedictorian in 1940 at Brownsboro Highschool and Graduated from Stephen F. Austin University. He Retired from Ling Timco Vaught in 1985 and moved to Pittsburg. He was a Mason, member of the Frank Saxton Lodge. Survived by his Wife: Mary Shaver of Pittsburg; Son: Gary Shaver and wife Jan of Georgetown, TX; Daughters: Vickie Shaver McDonald of Dallas, TX; and Nancy Robinson of Quitman, TX; 4 Grandchildren: Joelle Nidecken, Scott Shaver, Allison Hajda, and Jeff Robinson; 4 great grandchildren; 2 brothers: Darrell Shaver of Ft Worth, TX, and Glenn Shaver of Edinburg, TX; 2 Sisters: Margaret Young of Grand Prairie, TX, and Shirley Reed of Palestine, TX. Preceded in death by: Parents: Ferd Shaver and Myrtle Shaver; 1 son: Kenneth Vernon Shaver; 1 Sister: Christine Taylor. Services will be held Friday, August 22, 2008 at Erman Smith Funeral Home Chapel in Pittsburg with burial to follow at Clark Cemetery in Jenkins Community, TX. Visitation with the family is from 5-7 P.M. Thursday August 21, 2008 at the funeral home. |
| Mary Maud Padgett- Bonham, Texas Mrs. Padgett passed away Wednesday, August 20, 2008 at Red River Regional Medical Center in Bonham, Texas at the age of 79. She was a member of The Church of God of Prophecy in Pittsburg, TX. Survived by daughter-in-law: Rosemary Padgett of Cason, TX; son-in-law: John McLain of Bonham, TX; 6 Grandchildren: Carl Padgett of Carson, TX; Dustin Bowen; Travis Bowen both of Bonham, TX; and Justin Bowen of Herne, TX; Heather Bowen of Pittsburg; and Carla Padgett Hosmer of Longview, TX; 6 great grandchildren: Caleb Bowen; Audrey Bowen; Bryana; Samantha; JessicaHosmer; Jacob Nelson; Brother: Lavon Boyd of Orange, TX; Sister: Dean Huddleston of Henderson, TX. Preceded in death by Parents: Fred Boyd and Ella Mae Lisman Boyd; husband: William Arthur Padgett in 2002; Son: Gary Padgett in 2007 and Daughter: Lafreta McLain in 2007. Services are scheduled for 2:00 P.M. Saturday, August 23, 2008 at Graveside in Ebenezer Cemetery in Camp County, TX. Visitation with the family is from 6-8 P.M. Friday August 22, 2008 at the funeral home. |
Bernice Florene Carson King - Pittsburg, Texas |
| Peggy Hulsey Hess- Pittsburg, Texas Mrs. Hess passed away Thursday, August 14, 2008 at ETMC Tyler in Tyler, Texas at the age of 86. She was a member of First Methodist Church. Survived by 1 son: Wiley Dean Hulsey Jr. and wife Judith of Houston, TX; 1 daughter: Anne Watzek and husband Kurt of Houston, TX; 3 grandchildren: Kurt Watzek Jr.; Diana Catherine Hulsey; and Samuel Benjamin Hulsey. Preceded in death by Parents: Samuel Spearman and Ruth Lightfoot Spearman; 2 husbands: Wiley Hulsey in 1987; and H.L. Hess in June 2007; and 1 brother: George Spearman. Services are scheduled for 10:00 A.M. Monday, August 18, 2008 at Erman Smith Funeral Home Chapel in Pittsburg. Burial following the service at Rose Hill Cemetery in Pittsburg, TX. Visitation with the family is from 5-7 P.M. Sunday August 17, 2008 at the funeral home. |
Guy A. Echols-Pittsburg, Texas Funeral services for Mr. Echols, 82, will be held at 2:00 P.M. on Sunday, August 17, 2008 at Erman Smith Funeral Home Chapel with Kyle Jagers and Ross Jagers officiating. The Family will receive friends between 1:00 P.M. until service time on Sunday at Erman Smith Funeral Home. Mr. Echols was born on June 10, 1926 in Linden, TX and passed away Thursday, August 14, 2008 at ETMC in Pittsburg, Texas. He was a Baptist, and Owner of Guy’s Pic N Pay in Minden, LA. Survived by 3 daughters: Donna Echols of Pittsburg; Becky Smitherman and husband Robert of Shreveport, LA; and Linda Felchak and husband Jerry of Houston, TX; grandchildren: Lamar and Jill Cook of Lake Charles, LA; Lee and Nikki Cook of Glendale, CA; Ross and Natalie Jagers of Shreveport, LA and Kyle Jagers of Ft Worth, TX; and great grandchildren: Taylor Cook; Nathan Cook; Colton Jagers; and Rylan Jagers. Preceded in death by Parents: Martin Echols and Marie Almond Echols and wife: Helen Thacker Echols. Memorial may be made to St. Jude’s Children Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105. |
| Nancy Ruth McNutt Hall- Pittsburg, Texas Mrs. Hall passed away Monday, August 11, 2008 at ETMC Pittsburg in Pittsburg, Texas at the age of 64. She was a member of Calvary Baptist Church. Survived by husband: Floyd Dean Hall of Talco, TX; mother: Ruth McNutt of Pittsburg; 3 sons: Deany Hall of Marlborough, Mass; John Hall of Granbury, TX; and Jeffrey Hall of Bedford, TX; 3 daughters: Laura Hall and husband Jerry Sinkey of Pittsburg; Samantha Hall of Hico, TX; and Amanda and Randy Parker of Euless, TX; 3 grandchildren: Lechia Sinkey, Bradley Sinkey, and Kadin Hall; 1 brother: Johnny and Juli McNutt of Mt. Pleasant, TX and 1 sister: Martha and Ted Bullard of Buna, TX. Preceded in death by Father: Floyd McNutt; Sister: Nell McNutt; and Grandson: Tristen Hall. Services are scheduled for 11:00 A.M. Thursday, August 14, 2008 at Erman Smith Funeral Home Chapel in Pittsburg. Burial following the service at Reeves Chapel Cemetery in Camp County, TX. Visitation with the family is from 6-8 P.M. Wednesday August 13, 2008 at the funeral home. |
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Judge Preston Combest - Pittsburg, TexasCamp County Judge H. Preston Combest went home to be with the Lord on August 7, 2008, at his home in Pittsburg, Texas, surrounded by his loving family. He was born May 26, 1938, in Longview, Texas, to Harvey Patrick and Euphria Grace Tipps Combest. Left to cherish his memory are his wife of 48 years, Toni (Nona Hawkins) Combest, son Clint Preston and wife Julie Combest of Hughes Springs, daughters: Melanie Annette & Becky Baxley, of Hallsville; Stacey Lynn and husband Tim Stansbury of Las Colinas, and Amber Delight and husband Rusty Ramsey of Pittsburg; fourteen grandchildren:Chellyn, Cheston, Shaina, Ashley K. , Cayli, Ashley N., Lauren, Kerry, Caitlyn, Brooke, Chase, Kyle, Calli, Connor; two great-grandchildren: Alexa and Cade; his mother-in-law Lucille York Hawkins Childers, sisters Mildred Louise Case of Lufkin, and Evelyn Grace & C. P. "Buddy" Miller of Longview; two brothers Horace Edwin Combest of Pittsburg, David Ray Combest and wife Judy of Longview, sisters-in-law Geraldine Combest of Longview, Jan McCuller of Mt. Pleasant, Cheryl and Wayne Rogers of Detroit, Wanda Combest of Winfield, LA. He was preceded in death by his parents, sister Patricia Ann Combest, brothers Floyd Lee Combest, Felton Eugene Combest, Wallace Wayne Combest, and Joe Dean Combest. Judge Combest, known to many close friends as "Butch," attended Judson Grove schools all twelve years. Soon afterward he enlisted in the U. S. Navy where he served aboard the USS Cadmus in the Atlantic. Later he attended Kilgore College with additional classes from Texas Tech, worked at Trailmobile, Inc., & Udell Industries, before going to Air Products & Chemicals at their Lone Star facility where he worked from the time it was built there until the company moved from that location nineteen years later. He was a real estate broker and owned his own construction firm before becoming Camp County Judge where he served with honor and dedication for 14 years. He had a deep abiding faith in the Lord, having been saved at a Billy Graham Crusade as a young boy. He was ordained as a Baptist deacon in 1962 and is on the deacon board at Emmanuel Baptist Church where he has been a member since moving to Pittsburg in 1973. He has held many offices and teaching positions in the churches he has attended. His love for his communities was evident as serving on the Ore City School Board, the Board of Trustees of the Pittsburg M & S Hospital now known as ETMC-Pittsburg, The Appraisal Review Board, East Texas Council of Governments, Pittsburg Camp County Museum Association, Pittsburg Rotary Club, and many other areas of service. He was involved in boys baseball and girls softball, enjoyed hunting, fishing, and golf, and was a devoted Christian family man. Services will be held 10:00 A.M. Saturday, August 9, 2008 at Emmanuel Baptist Church in Pittsburg under the direction of Erman Smith Funeral Home of Pittsburg with Rev. Kyle Smith officiating, assisted by Bob Jones and Bro. Virgil Faires. Burial will follow the service at Bogata Cemetery in Bogata, Texas. Visitation with the family will be between 6-8 P.M. Friday, August 8, 2008 at the funeral home. Memorials may be made to Broach Park Recreational Complex 126 Church Street Pittsburg, Texas 75686 , Cypress Basin Hospice P.O. Box 544 Mt. Pleasant, Texas 75456, or Emmanuel Baptist Church 307 Elm Street Pittsburg, Texas 75686. |
| Dorothy Ridgeway Proctor- Pittsburg, Texas Mrs. Proctor passed away Tuesday, August 5, 2008 at Pittsburg Nursing Center in Pittsburg, Texas at the age of 87. She was a member of East Point Baptist Church. Survived by 2 daughters: Claudette Mullinix and Annette Miller both of Pittsburg ; 3 grandchildren: Scott Miller, Greg Miller, and Beverly Ferguson; 4 great grandchildren: Derek Ferguson, Ian Ferguson, Brian Miller, and Michael Miller; and 1 sister: Jean Burnette of Longview, TX. Preceded in death by Husband: Woodrow Wilson Proctor in 1973 and Parents: Tildon Ridgeway and Mary Johnson Ridgeway. Services are scheduled for 9:00 A.M. Thursday, August 7, 2008 at Erman Smith Funeral Home Chapel in Pittsburg. Burial at 11:00 A.M. at Colonial Gardens Cemetery in Marshall, TX. Visitation with the family is from 5-7 P.M. Wednesday August 6, 2008 at the funeral home. |
| Melvin Hicks- Pittsburg, Texas Mr. Hicks passed away Tuesday, July 29, 2008 at East Texas Medical Center in Pittsburg, Texas at the age of 89. He was an M.P. in the U.S. Army in WWII. He was a member of First Baptist Church for 60 years, he served as a deacon, and also taught Sunday school. He was also the president of the Arts Council, very active in Meals on Wheels, and he was a member of the Gloryland Quartet. Retired from the Chemlab at Lone Star Steel. Survived by his Son: Hal Hicks and wife Renee of Graniteville, SC; Sister: Eva Nell Marshall of Mt. Pleasant, TX and nieces: Lori Burns and Mary Kay Kidd; Sister in Law: Imogene Hicks of Kings Country, TX and Nephew and niece: David Hicks & Tina Morgan; and Brother in Law: Billy and Betty Martin of Daingerfield and Nephews: Billy John Martin and Walter. Preceded in death by: Wife: LaVerne Hicks in 2006; Parents: Jim Herschel Hicks and Nannie Stanley Hicks; Grandson, Jared Hicks in 2002; Daughter in Law: Susan Hicks in 2003; and Brother: Harold Hicks in 1995. Services will be held Thursday, July 31, 2008 at First Baptist Church in Pittsburg with burial to follow at Rose Hill Cemetery. Visitation with the family is from 6-8 P.M. Wednesday July 30, 2008 at the funeral home. Memorial may be made to First Baptist Church 300 Jefferson Street Pittsburg, TX 75686. |
| Frances Storm Savery- Pittsburg, Texas Mrs. Savery passed away Saturday, July 19, 2008 at East Texas Medical Center in Pittsburg, Texas at the age of 83. She was a member of Emmanuel Baptist Church, retired dietician with Titus Regional Hospital, Member of the Eastern Star in Ft. Worth, Survived by her Son: Edward H. Storm III of Pittsburg ; 3 grandchildren: Deborah Baisden, Paula Rish, and Edward H. Storm IV ; 6 great grandchildren. Services are scheduled for 11:00 A.M. Tuesday, July 22, 2008 at Emmanuel Baptist Church in Pittsburg with burial to follow at Leesburg Cemetery. Visitation with the family is from 6-8 P.M. Monday July 21, 2008 at the funeral home. |
| Trinidad P. Ponce- Pittsburg, Texas Mr. Ponce passed away Wednesday, July 16, 2008 at his Residence in Pittsburg, Texas . He was a Catholic and butcher by trade. He was born to Zenon Ponce and Cristina Perez. Mr. Ponce is survived by his 4 brothers: Benito Ponse, Margarito Ponce, Pedro Ponce, and Juan Ponce. 2 sisters: Amelia Ponce and Maria de la Luz Ponce. Services are scheduled for 3:00 P.M. Thursday, June 18, 2008 at El Rincon (Pittsburg Civic Center) Rusk Street in Pittsburg, TX. Burial will be at Rose Hill Cemetery in Pittsburg following the service.. There is visitation scheduled before the service at El Rincon with the family. |
| Ryan Farmer- Pittsburg, Texas Mr. Farmer passed away Monday, July 14, 2008 at East Texas Medical Center in Pittsburg, Texas at the age of 20. Mr. Farmer is survived by his parents: Baxter and Connie Farmer; 1 sister: Briana Farmer all of Pittsburg and Grandparents: Robert and Lenore Tucker of White Oak, TX; and Joyce Keith of Pittsburg. Services are scheduled for 10:00 A.M. Wednesday, July 16, 2008 at Erman Smith Funeral Home Chapel in Pittsburg, TX. Burial will be at Rose Hill Cemetery in Pittsburg following the service.. There is no visitation scheduled. |
| Dorothy Clawson- Pittsburg, Texas Mrs. Clawson passed away Tuesday, July 8, 2008 at Good Shepherd Hospital in Longview, Texas at the age of 80. She was a member of First Baptist Church. Survived by her daughter: Debbie Marruffo and husband Salvador, Jr. of Pittsburg ; 2 grandchildren: Daniel Paul Griffin and wife Samantha of Lone Star, TX and Michael Lynn Griffin and wife Christy of Gladewater, TX; 8 great grandchildren: Ashton, Michael, Zachary, Joseph, Stephen, and Shelbi; 1 niece and numerous cousins. Preceded in death by Husband: E.J. "Bill" Clawson and Parents; 1brother; and 2 Sisters: Hazel Duncan and Ruby Martin. Services are scheduled for 11:00 A.M. Saturday, July 12, 2008 at Graveside at Rose Hill Cemetery in Pittsburg. Visitation with the family is from 7-9 P.M. Thursday July 10, 2008 at the funeral home. |
| Doris Julian- Pittsburg, Texas Mrs. Julian passed away Sunday, June 29, 2008 at ETMC in Tyler, Texas at the age of 82. She was a member of First Baptist Church. Survived by her husband: Earl Julian of Pittsburg ; 1 son: Hal Pilgrim & wife Donna of Longview; 2 daughters: Paulette Rolston & husband David of Pittsburg, Eve Pilgrim of Pittsburg ; 2 step-daughters: Jo Lange & husband Randy of Pittsburg, Jennifer Scudder & Husband Phil of Mt.Pleasant ; 8 grandchildren: Robin Downing, Stefanie Miller, Julie Gilbert, Chet Lange, Lara Rowe, Ashli Joseph, Curt Rolston, Austyn Pilgrim ; 8 great grandchildren ; sister & her husband: Pat and Howard Loftis of Pittsburg. Preceded in death by 1st Husband: Aubrey E. Pilgrim and Parents: H.G. "Heggie" and Lucille Friday Carpenter, brother: Bill Carpenter, Sisters: Dorothy Ann Carpenter, Leona Walker, Betty Joy Carpenter, and Mary Sue Hudnall Services are scheduled for 11:00 A.M. Tuesday, July 1, 2008 at First Baptist Church in Pittsburg. Burial will follow the service at Willow Oak Cemetery in Upshur County, Texas. Visitation with the family is from 6-8 P.M. Monday June 30, 2008 at the funeral home. Donations can be made to: East Texas Medical Center Pittsburg Building Fund 414 Quitman Street Pittsburg, Texas 75686 |
| Juanell Alverson- Pittsburg, Texas Mrs. Alverson passed away Monday, June 23, 2008 at ETMC in Pittsburg, Texas at the age of 85. She was a member of Macedonia Baptist Church. Survived by 1 Son: James Philip Alverson, Jr. & Wife Martha Alverson of Grand Prairie, TX; Daughters: Barbara & Gerald Phillips of Pittsburg, TX and Patti Berger of Cumby, TX; 7 Grandchildren: Kemarie McMinn, Joetta & Randy Martin, Misty Alverson, Jeri Anne & Terry Cox, Lonny & Mary Jo Alverson, Lindy & Lindsey Alverson, and Brandi Berger;10 Great Grandchildren: Randel Martin, Brittany Adams, Shayne McMinn, Jordan Stephens, Joshua Stephens, Logan Alverson, Jackson Berger, Julian Alverson, Lani Alverson, and Jace Evans; and 1 Great Great Grandchild: Makayla Martin. Preceded in death by Husband: James Philip Alverson, Sr. and Parents: Earnest Robertson and Ona Smiley Robertson and 2 Sisters. Services are scheduled for 2:00 P.M. Wednesday, June 25, 2008 at Macedonia Baptist Church in Pittsburg. Burial is at Macedonia Cemetery in Pittsburg, Texas following the service. Visitation with the family is from 6-8 P.M. Tuesday June 24, 2008 at the funeral home. |
| Eunice Smith- Pittsburg, Texas Mrs. Smith passed away Wednesday, June 18, 2008 at Pittsburg Nursing Center in Pittsburg, Texas at the age of 90. She was a member of Circle C Church in Mt. Pleasant, Texas. Survived by Brother in law: Guy Stallman, Sr., Niece: Sherrie Cromer, Nephew: Guy Stallman, Jr. all of Pittsburg, Texas. Preceded in death by Husband: James Leroy Smith 1/24/2002 and Parents: Joe Woolfe and Pauline Pendent Woolfe. Services are scheduled for 11:00 A.M. Thursday, June 19, 2008 Macedonia Cemetery in Camp County, Texas. No visitation is scheduled. |
| Buffy Cook Schane- Pittsburg, Texas Mrs. Schane passed away Sunday, June 15, 2008 at East Texas Medical Center in Tyler, Texas at the age of 39. She was a member of the First United Methodist Church in Pittsburg, Member of FAM, and an LVN for Dr. McKellar. Survived by Husband: Wade Schane of Pittsburg, 3 Daughters: Makayla, Madalyn and Mia all of Pittsburg, Parents: Ronnie and Glenda Barrett Cook of Pittsburg, 2 Brothers and their wives: Greg and Becky Cook of Mt.Vernon, Scott and Amy Cook of Chilton and her Grandmother: Marjorie Cook of Pittsburg. and numerous nieces and nephews. Services are scheduled for 10:00 A.M. Wednesday, June 18, 2008 at Emmanuel Baptist Church in Pittsburg, Tx. There is visitation scheduled from 6-8 P.M. Tuesday at the funeral home with the family. Burial will be at Maple Springs Cemetery following the service. Memorial may be made to First United Methodist Church Ministry Center 109 College Street Pittsburg, Texas 75686 |
| John Bockmon- Pittsburg, Texas Mr. Bockmon passed away Saturday, June 14, 2008 at East Texas Medical Center in Tyler , Texas at the age of 60. He was a member of Greer Blvd. Church of Christ in Pittsburg. Mr. Bockmon is survived by his wife: Teresa McNatt Bockmon of Pittsburg; 2 sons: John Brent and Carolyn Bockmon, Jarrod Samuel Bockmon, niece: Hailey McNatt, Grandchildren: Austin and Sydney Bockmon, Mother-in-law: Doris McNatt, father-in-law: Gary McNatt all of Pittsburg, 2 sisters: Flo and Rick Limehouse of Bullard, Gussie and Bobby Knight of San Angelo, Sister-in-law: Marie and Joe Cariker of Georgetown, former wife: Barbie Stegman of Pittsburg and her daughter: Sarah Kusek of Shreveport, and step-grandaughter: Taylor Deraad of Tyler, three other nieces and 1 nephew.Services are scheduled for 10:00 A.M. Tuesday, June 17, 2008 at Erman Smith Funeral Home Chapel in Pittsburg, TX. Burial will be at Pyland Cemetery in Lassater following the service.. There is visitation scheduled from 6-8 P.M. Monday at the funeral home with the family. Memorials may be made to the Pittsburg Camp County Library or American Diabetes Foundation |
| Larry D. Roundtree- Pittsburg, Texas Mr. Roundtree passed away Wednesday, June 11, 2008 at Titus Regional Hospital in Mt. Pleasant, Texas at the age of 64. He was a man of faith, and member of First Baptist Church in Pittsburg, where he attended the Friendship Sunday School Class. He was a former member of the Lions Club and the Order of DeMolay. He was a self employed contractor before working as a pumper/specialist with AEP/Swepco the last 25 years. Mr. Roundtree is survived by his wife: Patsy Roundtree of Pittsburg; Mother: Mary Oretha Roundtree of Greenville, Texas; 1 son: Terry Dale Roundtree of Tyler, TX; 1 Daughter: Tammy Becky Roundtree of Ennis, TX; 3 Grandchildren: Alexia Roundtree of Alaska; Trent Roundtree and Troy Roundtree both of Ennis, TX; and 3 Sisters: Brenda Carver and Linda Carver both of Wolfe City, TX and Retha Cooke of Greenville, TX. Services are scheduled for 1:00 P.M. Saturday, June 14, 2008 at Erman Smith Funeral Home Chapel in Pittsburg, TX. There will also be a 4:00 P.M. graveside, Saturday, at Mt. Carmel Cemetery in Wolfe City, Texas. There is visitation scheduled from 6-8 P.M. Friday at the funeral home with the family. Memorials may be made to the First Baptist Church 300 Jefferson Street Pittsburg, TX 75686. |
| Keith Kinslow- Pittsburg, Texas Mr. Kinslow passed away Wednesday, June 4, 2008 at Marshall Regional Medical Center in Marshall, Texas at the age of 50. He was in the Air Force for 6 years and he worked as a Radar Technician in the aviation field. He was a Baptist. Mr. Kinslow is survived by: Mother: Icy Rebel Kinslow; and 2 Sisters: Karen C. Wilson of Austin, TX and Karla D. Britton of Longview, TX; and Nieces & Nephews: April N. Britton, Mattie C. Wilson, Garrett T. Wilson, and Rebecca L. Wilson. He was preceded in death by his father: William "Bill" Kinslow; and Niece Emma Grace Wilson. Services are scheduled for 2:00 P.M. Saturday, June 7, 2008 at Macedonia Baptist Church in Camp County, Texas. There is visitation scheduled from 6-8 P.M. Friday at the funeral home with the family. In lou of Flowers please send Donations to Northeast Texas Rural Heritage Museum P.O. Box 157 Pittsburg, TX 75686. |
| Willie Dee Hood- Leesburg, Texas Mr. Hood passed away Tuesday, June 3, 2008 at his home in Leesburg, Texas at the age of 80. Mr. Hood was a retired oil field consultant for several oil industries. He was a member of the Cattleman's Association. He was awarded the Camp County Agriculture Award in 2001. He was a member of the Eave Tabernacle Baptist Church in Leesburg, TX. Mr. Hood is survived by 2 Sons: Dennis Hood and wife Patty and John Dee Hood and wife Judy all of Leesburg, TX; 2 Daughters: Nelda Crocker and husband Terry of Leesburg, TX and Hilda Cook and husband Robert of Pittsburg; 2 Brothers: David Hood of Crosby, TX and Billy Hood of Kilgore, TX; 3 Sisters: Ruth Morris of Pittsburg, TX; Betty Munn of Scroggins, TX; and Martha Lively of Hurst, TX; and Daughter in Law: Sherry Hood Wallace of Leesburg, TX. He was preceded in death by his parents: W.N. "Shorty" and Gladys Landers Hood, wife: Elta Hood in 2001; Son: Warren E. Hood in 1998; Grandchildren: Jackie McElhaney and Amanda Gail Hood; Brothers: Ernest and Charles Hood; Sister: Lois Mason. Services are scheduled for 10:00 A.M. Saturday, June 7, 2008 at Erman Smith Funeral Home Chapel in Pittsburg. There is visitation scheduled from 6-8 P.M. Friday at the funeral home with the family. Donations can be made to the Cypress Basin Hospice, P.O. Box 544, Mt. Pleasant, TX 75456-0544. |
| Minnie L. Brewer- Pittsburg, Texas Mrs. Brewer passed away Monday, June 2, 2008 at East Texas Medical Center in Tyler, Texas at the age of 85. She was a member of the First Baptist Church in Cason, TX and an active member in the Senior Adults Sunday School Class. She was also a member of the W.M.U. Mrs. Brewer is survived by 3 Nephews: Paul & Barbie Norris of California; Eden Jr. & Donna Norris; and Troyce Norris all of Arkansas. 2 Nieces: Joyce Allen and Mary & Bill Hutto all of Arkansas. She was preceded in death by her parents: Charlie and Bessie Smith Norris; Husband: John Brewer; 3 Brothers: Eden L. Norris Sr., James W. Norris, and Earnest Norris; 2 Sisters: Mary Ellen Garrett and Dolly Mae Norris. Services are scheduled for 10:00 A.M. Wednesday, June 4, 2008 at First Baptist Church in Cason, TX. There is visitation scheduled from 5-7 P.M. Tuesday at the funeral home with the family. Graveside Service in Cabool, Missouri Thursday June 5, 2008 at Nagle Cemetery @ 2:00 P.M. |
| Jesse E. Daniel- Pittsburg, Texas Mr. Daniel passed away Monday, May 26, 2008 at East Texas Medical Center in Pittsburg, Texas at the age of 91. He was a member of the First Baptist Church in Pittsburg, Retired Manager of the Coca Cola Plant in Pittsburg where he worked for 45 years, Veteran of WWII where he served in the Army, Founding member of the Senior Citizens in Pittsburg, and Kiwanis member. Mr. Daniel is survived a wife: Mae Daniel of Pittsburg, by a daughter and son-in-law: Sandy Lynn Daniel Burrell and James of Frisco, 2 grandchildren: Luke Daniel Burrell and Lauren Marysa Burrell both of Frisco, 2 nephews and wife: Edward Daniel and Tom & Sally Daniel. He was preceded in death by his parents: Charlie Ross Daniel and Ella Ruth Carpenter Daniel, and wife: Hilma Daniel. Services are scheduled for 10:00 A.M. Thursday, May 29, 2008 at Erman Smith Funeral Home Chapel in Pittsburg. There is visitation scheduled for 4-6 P.M. Wednesday at the funeral home with the family. Donations can be made to the Senior Citizens at 525 Elm Street Pittsburg, Texas 75686 |
| W. Royce Walton- Mt. Pleasant, Texas Mr. Walton passed away Monday, May 12, 2008 at his residence in Mt. Pleasant, Texas at the age of 82. He was a Baptist. He served in the U.S. Navy during WWII and He was a welder and worked at Lone Star Steel. Mr. Walton is survived by 2 sons: James Gaylan Walton; and Aaron Dale Walton and wife Sheila all of Pittsburg, Texas; 2 daughters: Gilda Lynne Barrett and husband David of Mt. Pleasant, TX; and Tina Hale and husband Oren of Tyler, Texas. 10 grandchildren and 17 great grandchildren. 2 sisters: Sally Gann of Durham, NC and Ann James of Mt. Pleasant, TX. He was preceded in death by his parents: William Dave Walton and Charlcy Shelton Walton; and Wife: Kathryn Fretwell Walton. Services are scheduled for 10:00 A.M. Friday, May 16, 2008 at Erman Smith Funeral Home Chapel in Pittsburg, Texas. There is visitation scheduled from 6-8 P.M. Thursday at the funeral home with the family. |
| Lawrence Melvin Sanford- Pittsburg, Texas Mr. Sanford passed away Tuesday, May 13, 2008 at his residence in Pittsburg, Texas at the age of 88. He was a member of the Masonic Lodge in San Angelo, Texas. Mr. Sanford is survived by 3 daughters: Joanne Christian and husband Stephen of Mt. Pleasant, TX; Melva Cameron and husband Johnnie of Justin, TX; and Lauren Stone and husband Timothy of South Lake, TX. 6 grandchildren and 13 great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents: Frank Johnson Sanford and Bertha May Skidmore Sanford and 1 grandchild. Services are scheduled for 2:00 P.M. Thursday, May 15, 2008 at Paint Rock Cemetery in Paint Rock, Texas. There is visitation scheduled for 3-5 P.M. Wednesday at the funeral home with the family. |
| Alton R. Clifton- Pittsburg, Texas Mr. Clifton passed away Thursday, May 1, 2008 at Trinity Mother Frances Health System, Tyler at the age of 59. He was a member of Ebenezer Baptist Church, He was in the Army. Mr. Clifton is survived by his wife: Jill Clifton of Pittsburg, 3 sons: Kevin Clifton and wife Krystal; Brock Clifton; and Michael Clifton and Step son: James Leonard all of Pittsburg, Texas, 2 daughters: Susan Perry and husband Chris; and Kimberly Clifton all of Pittsburg, Texas, 10 grandchildren: Adrianna Clifton, Chasity Clifton, Jr. Clifton, Lacey Perry, Cody Perry, Riley Perry, Jacob Perry |