Helen Joyce Windham
May 25, 2026
Helen Joyce Windham, 68, of Center, passed away Monday, May 25, 2026, in Center.
Visitation will be held from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., Thursday, May 28, 2026, at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center. Funeral service will be held at 11:00 a.m., Friday, May 29, 2026, at Watson & Sons Funeral Home with Bro. Bobby Warr officiating. Interment will...
Sherry L. Smith
May 25, 2026
Sherry L. Smith, 82, of Nacogdoches, passed away Monday, May 25, 2026, in Nacogdoches surrounded by loving family.
Graveside service will be held at 3:30 p.m., Thursday, May 28, 2026, at Oaklawn Memorial Park in Center with visitation beginning at 1:00 p.m. at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center. Bro. Gordon Vaughn will officiate.
Born July 6, 1943, in Center, Sherry...
Glenda Kay Simmons
May 24, 2026
Glenda Kay Simmons, 64, of Center, passed away Sunday, May 24, 2026, in Jasper.
Her wishes were to be cremated, and no services are planned.
Born November 3, 1961, in Dallas, Glenda is the daughter of G.B. Williams and Lola Mae Robins Barnfield. A devoted mother, she dedicated her life to showing up for her children. Her favorite cartoon character was Tweety...
Glenda Fay Woods Wagstaff
May 24, 2026
Glenda Fay Woods Wagstaff, 83, of Center, passed away Sunday, May 24, 2026, in Center.
Graveside service will be held at 1:00 p.m., Tuesday, May 26, 2026, at Reynolds Cemetery in the Dreka Community of Shelby County with visitation beginning at 12:30 p.m. Her son, James Wagstaff, will officiate.
Glenda was born January 14, 1943, in San Antonio, Texas. She was born...
Peggy Elaine Midkiff
May 20, 2026
Peggy Elaine Midkiff, 85, of Center, passed away Wednesday, May 20, 2026, in Center.
Funeral service will be held at 2:00 p.m., Saturday, May 23, 2026, at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center with visitation beginning at 1:00 p.m. Bro. Brandon Jones will officiate. Interment will follow at Oaklawn Memorial Park in Center.
Born March 30, 1941, in Center, Peggy is...
Stephen Edward Moody
May 19, 2026
Stephen Edward Moody, 65, of Shreveport, Louisiana, passed away Tuesday, May 19, 2026, in Shreveport, Louisiana.
Graveside service will be held at 2:00 p.m., Friday, May 22, 2026, at Wimberly Cemetery in Huxley with Bro. Buck Furlow officiating.
Born October 29, 1960, in Nacogdoches, Stephen is the son of Jeff Moody and Sandra Permenter Moody. His hobbies included fishing and music. Stephen...
Samuel "Bob" Skiles, Sr.
May 16, 2026
Your life was a blessing, Your memory a treasure…You’re loved beyond words and missed beyond measure.
Samuel Robert SkilesSeptember 1952 – May 2026Beloved Husband, Father & Grandfather
Samuel “Bob” Skiles, Sr., 73, of Shelbyville, passed away Saturday, May 16, 2026, in Shelbyville.
His wishes were to be cremated, and no services are planned.
Born September 30, 1952, in San Antonio, Bob is the son...
Kenneth Wayne Cravey
May 12, 2026
Kenneth Wayne Cravey, 61, of Center, passed away Tuesday, May 12, 2026, in Center.
His wishes were to be cremated and no services are planned.
Born May 18, 1964, in Woodville, Texas, Kenneth is the son of Jim A. Cravey and Ruby Lee Cravey. He loved the outdoors, specifically hunting and fishing. Kenneth loved spending time with his wife, Penny, his family,...
Anne Doggett Parker Mallory
May 8, 2026
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Anne Doggett Parker Mallory, 72, of Houston. Anne passed away surrounded by the love of her family. She lived a life filled with strength, warmth, humor, and a larger-than-life spirit that touched everyone who knew her.
She leaves behind her devoted husband, William Howell Mallory Sr.; her daughter, Lisa Marie...
Chris Windham
May 3, 2026
Chris Windham, 60, of Shelbyville, passed away Sunday, May 3, 2026, in Lufkin.
Memorial service will be held at 2:00 p.m., Saturday, May 9, 2026, at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center with visitation beginning at 1:00 p.m. Bro. Kevin Windham will officiate. Interment will follow at Patroon Cemetery in the Patroon Community of Shelby County.
Born December 1, 1965, in...
Linda Gail Niles Davis
May 1, 2026
Linda Gail Niles Davis, 73, of Center, passed away Friday, May 1, 2026, in Center.
Her wishes were to be cremated, and a memorial service will be held at a later date.
Linda was born July 19, 1952. Her grandchildren were her life. Linda’s hobbies included going to garage sales and playing casino games.
She is survived by her daughter, Ruby Davis; grandchildren,...
Robert I. Hughes, Jr.
Apr 28, 2026
In Loving Memory of Robert I. Hughes Jr., DVM
Robert I. Hughes Jr., DVM lived a life rooted in service, family, and a deep love for Texas. A proud veteran of the United States Air Force, he went on to follow his calling, earning degrees from Stephen F. Austin University and Texas A&M University before completing veterinary school. For over 50...
Jerry G. Russell
Apr 26, 2026
Jerry G. Russell, 68, of Center, passed away Sunday, April 26, 2026, in Center.
Graveside service will be held at 3:00 p.m., Saturday, May 2, 2026, at Timpson Missionary Baptist Church Cemetery in Timpson.
Born May 19, 1957, in Longview, Jerry is the son of David Russell and Weeda Flournoy Russell. He loved hunting and hot rods. Jerry attended White Rock Missionary...
Cindy Sharp
Apr 26, 2026
Cindy Sharp, 56, of Joaquin, passed away Sunday, April 26, 2026, in Tyler.
Her wishes were to be cremated, and no services are planned.
Born May 5, 1969, in Bastrop, Louisiana to Gerald Craven and Celine Del Rio. She loved spending time with her grandchildren. Cynthia was a member of Word of Faith Outreach.
She is survived by her husband, Jeff Sharp of...
Gay Nell Fausett
Apr 21, 2026
Gay Nell Fausett, born July 9, 1938, in Houston, passed on April 21, 2026 leaving behind a legacy of devotion to family, music, and a life well lived. She was the daughter of Guva and Maxine Eaves Kimbro and was preceded in death by her parents and her beloved husband, Jerry Fausett.
Gay Nell shared 45 years of marriage with Jerry,...
Wailen Larry Mott
Apr 19, 2026
Wailen Larry Mott, 71, of Center, passed away Sunday, April 19, 2026, in Center.
Memorial service will be held at 2:00 p.m., Saturday, May 2, 2026, at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center with Bro. Chris Collins officiating.
Born June 24, 1954, in Center, Wailen is the son of Waline Mott and Verna (Honey) Mott. Wailen was a skilled carpenter and...
Karen R. Jones
Apr 18, 2026
Karen R. Jones, 76, of Center, passed away Saturday, April 18, 2026, in Nacogdoches.
Memorial service will be held at 11:00 a.m., Saturday, May 16, 2026, at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center with Bro. Gordon Vaughn officiating.
Born September 28, 1949, in Houston, Karen is the daughter of Oscar Alton Jones and Thelma Clarese Ray Jones. She worked as an...
Owen Scott Netterville
Apr 18, 2026
Owen Scott Netterville who resided both in Illinois and Texas, died on April 18, 2026, at the age of 68. He was born on February 28, 1958, in Pasadena, Texas, to Victor (Sonny) and Janis Netterville.
Scott accepted Jesus Christ as his personal Savior on September 14, 1981, at the age of 23. In 1984, he went to Bible College with...
Ivis Mae Fenley Stotts
Apr 18, 2026
Ivis Mae Fenley Stotts, 93, of Center, passed away Saturday, April 18, 2026, in Center.
Funeral service will be held at 2:00 p.m., Tuesday, April 21, 2026, at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center with visitation beginning at 1:00 p.m. Bro. Greg Sutis will officiate. Interment will follow at Mt. Herman Cemetery in Center.
Born July 10, 1932, in San Augustine,...
Brenda Barr
Apr 17, 2026
Brenda Barr, 80, of Longview, Texas, passed away Friday, April 17, 2026, in Austin, after a long and courageous fight with Parkinsons Disease for nearly thirty years. She was deeply loved and will be greatly missed. Our family is grateful to everyone who took the time over the years to care for her and watch over her. Your compassion, patience,...