NAME: George “Yellow Dog” Shultz AGE: 78

ADDRESS: San Augustine, Texas

DATE / PLACE OF DEATH: Saturday, Nov 25, 2023, Shelby County, Texas

DATE / PLACE OF BIRTH : October 5, 1945, Fostoria, OH

DATE / TIME OF MEMORIAL SERVICE: Wednesday, Dec 6, 2023, 3:00pm

PLACE OF SERVICE: Wyman Roberts Memorial Chapel, San Augustine, Texas DATE / TIME OF VISITATION: N/A

PLACE OF VISITATION: N/A OFFICATING: BURIAL: N/A

FATHER: George Arthur Shultz MOTHER: Orpha Jean (Yeager)

OCCUPATION: Retired Military – U. S. Army SURVIVED BY: Wife: Marty Shultz of San Augustine Daughter: Jean Hogard od Edmond, OK Sons: George Arthur Shultz III of Washington State Guy Shultz of Washington State

**Preceded in death by parents George Shultz and Orpha Jean (Yeager) Shultz Online Obituary and Condolences Posted at www.wymanrobertsfuneralhome.com Arrangements under the direction of WYMAN ROBERTS FUNERAL HOME 316 W.COLUMBIA SAN AUGUSTINE, TEXAS PHONE #936-275-2311 FAX # 936-275-0034

Hicks Mortuary is announcing funeral service for Mrs. Betty Joyce Gardner Sanders (79) of Center, Texas. Mrs. Betty Joyce Gardner Sanders was born on September 7, 1944, to the late Clabe Gardner and Annie Redman Gardner in Center, Texas. Betty was married to Johnnie Davis Sanders and departed her life on November 27, 2023, in Shreveport Louisiana. Funeral service will be held at Pleasant Grove Baptist Church at 2:00 PM on December 2, 2023. Pastor David Mitchell will be the eulogist.

Betty is Survived by: Husband: Johnnie Davis Sanders Children: Valerie Hudson (David) of Texarkana, Texas; Sugarman Gardner (Debra), and Atoshia “Shanek” Ayers (Howard); Kiara Gardner (Sedarrin), Tkeyah Gardner, Johnnie Sanders (Niko), and Jamie Sanders. Grandchildren: Gary Williams, Jazmine Hudson, Christopher Gardner, Terrance Williams, Keyunda Williams, Hope Greene, Shalisa Betts, Elizabeth Gardner, and Jada Randle

Visitation: Hicks Chapel from the hours of 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM

Brother: Lucky Gardner (Wilda) Center, Texas Interment Pleasant Grove Cemetery in Center, Texas 75935.

Service entrusted to Hicks Mortuary 804 Martin Luther King Jr. Drive Center, Texas 75935 Please visit our website for online condolences at www.hicksmortuary.net

NAME: Bernice (Blankenship) Evett AGE: 78

ADDRESS: San Augustine, Texas

DATE / PLACE OF DEATH: Sunday, Nov 26, 2023, Lufkin, Texas

DATE / PLACE OF BIRTH : October 27, 1945, Dallas, TX

DATE / TIME OF SERVICE: Saturday, Dec 2, 2023, 2:00pm

PLACE OF SERVICE: Wyman Roberts Memorial Chapel, San Augustine, Texas DATE / TIME OF VISITATION: Saturday, Dec 2, 2020, 1:00-2:00pm

PLACE OF VISITATION: Wyman Roberts Funeral Home, San Augustine, Texas OFFICATING: Elton Goodwin BURIAL: Attoyac Cemetery, San Augustine County, Texas

FATHER: John Blankenship MOTHER: Edna (Allen) Blankenship

OCCUPATION: Banking

SURVIVED BY Husband: Leonard Evett of San Augustine Son: John Evett of Lufkin Daughter: Sondra Prothro and husband Mike of Apple Springs Grandchildren: Mika McMullen, Myles Prothro, Krystal Lofton Great-grandchildren: Connor Kaufman, Bradyn Kaufman, Leighton Lofton, Sister: Mary Perry Brother: Charlie Blankenship

**Preceded in death by parents John and Edna Blankenship; 3 brother; 1 sister Online Obituary and Condolences Posted at www.wymanrobertsfuneralhome.com Arrangements under the direction of WYMAN ROBERTS FUNERAL HOME 316 W.COLUMBIA SAN AUGUSTINE, TEXAS PHONE #936-275-2311 FAX # 936-275-0034

NAME: Eleanor Elliott AGE: 72

ADDRESS: San Augustine, Texas

DATE / PLACE OF DEATH: Friday, Nov 24, 2023, San Augustine, Texas

DATE / PLACE OF BIRTH : Nov 8, 1951, Mineola, TX

DATE / TIME OF SERVICE: (Memorial Service at a later date)

PLACE OF SERVICE: N/A DATE / TIME OF VISITATION: N/A

PLACE OF VISITATION: N/A OFFICATING: N/A BURIAL: N/A

FATHER: William Francis Bronsell MOTHER: Olive (Head) Bronsell

OCCUPATION: Healthcare

SURVIVED BY: Daughters: Nancy Ponder and husband Michael of San Augustine Deborah Macleod and husband Christopher of Long Beach, MS 4 Grandchildren; 3 Great-grandchildren Siblings: Cecile Malone, John David Bronsell Sister-in-law: Bobbie Bronsell

**Preceded in death by parents William and Olive Bronsell; husband Ranny Elliott; Great-granddaughter Paisley Ponder; siblings Mary Adams, William “Bill” Bronsell, Steve Bronsell

Online Obituary and Condolences Posted at www.wymanrobertsfuneralhome.com Arrangements under the direction of WYMAN ROBERTS FUNERAL HOME 316 W.COLUMBIA SAN AUGUSTINE, TEXAS PHONE #936-275-2311 FAX # 936-275-0034

Linda Vaughn, 79, of Center, passed away Thursday, November 23, 2023, in Longview.

Funeral service will be held at 2:00 p.m., Monday, November 27, 2023, at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center. Visitation will be held prior, beginning at Noon. Interment will follow at Strong Cemetery in Huxley.

Born December 26, 1943, in Port Arthur, Linda is the daughter of Luther Berwick and Violet Dyson Berwick. She was a member of Hillcrest Baptist Church in Center.

She is survived by her husband, Gordon Vaughn of Center; sons, Gordon A. Vaughn and wife Shelli of Joaquin, Ronnie Vaughn and wife Sheila of Danbury, Gilbert Vaughn and wife Connie of Huxley, and Brian Vaughn and wife Nova of Shelbyville; daughter, Sonya Parker and husband Kevin of Shelbyville; grandchildren, Will and Kenzie Vaughn, Whitney and Luke Murray, Annabeth and Reed Westbrook, Nathan and Jennifer Vaughn, Eric and Megan Vaughn, Britney Lorraine-Vaughn, Karissa Vaughn, Bree and Colton Bearden, Kimberly and Porter Hagler, Chris and Elizabeth Vaughn, Kent and Blaire Vaughn, Kalie and Clay Quigley, Kennedey Parker, Kolby Parker, and Kason Parker; great grandchildren, Annistyn, Ivy, Slayde, Hayes, Kruz, Bryton, Ben, Blakeleigh, Brinlee, Harper, Charlee, Grant, Jameson, Sage, and Vallyn; sisters, Velma Theriot, Thelma Wheelis, Dotty Caraway; brother-in- law, Thurman Vaughn; sisters-in-law, Madge Lambardina, Rick and Rhonda Scheuletur, Barbara and Jeff Wilburn, and Loretta Vaughn Dean; also, numerous nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by parents, Luther Berwick and Violet Dyson Berwick; and brothers, Claude “Sonny Boy” Weeks and James “Bubba” Berwick.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Strong Cemetery, PO Box 1383, Center, Texas, 75935. Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfh.com

Douglas Lynn Fanestiel, 67, of Center, Texas, passed away on November 22, 2023, in Center. He was born on July 29, 1956, in Hobbs, New Mexico, to the late Nickolas Fanestiel and Rosalie (McClaughlin) Fanestiel.

His wishes were to be cremated. No services are planned at this time.

Douglas was raised in Houston, Texas. He worked many years as a heavy equipment operator before retiring. Douglas enjoyed spending time with his children, and grandchildren. They brought much joy into his life. Douglas also loved spending time outdoors. His love for his family will be greatly missed.

He is survived by his daughter, Misti Whittley and Michael Young Son, Brandon Fanestiel and Nikki Moraga Sister, Nicki Fanestiel Grandchildren, Truit Whittley Christopher Whittley and wife Faith Taylor Whittley Blake Miller Camden. Madison Fanestiel and Fiancé Monty Mullins Sarah Lunsford Great-Granddaughter, Laura Whittley Niece, Celeste Sanchez Nephews, Austin Sanchez Aiden Sanchez And a host of family and friends that will miss him dearly.

Douglas is preceded in death by his parents, Nick and Rosalie Fanestiel.

To send condolences or to sign an online register, please visit www.mangumfh.net . Mangum Funeral Home, Center, is in charge of arrangements.

Elzie Ray Raymond, 67, of Center, Texas, passed away on November 24, 2023, surrounded by loved ones. He was born on February 28, 1956, in Center, Texas, to the late Boyce Ray Raymond and Betty Lou (Parker) Raymond. Funeral services will be held at 2PM on Tuesday, November 28, 2023, at Mangum Funeral Home with Pastor Keith Woolf officiating. Interment will follow at Liberty Hill Cemetery, San Augustine.

Visitation will be held on Monday, November 27, 2023, from 5-7PM at Mangum Funeral Home.

Elzie was born and raised in Shelby County. He graduated from Center High School. He met the love of his life, Margaret Yarbrough, through his sister. The two were married on September 3, 1974, and have spent over 49 years together. They have raised 5 children together. Some of the greatest moments for Elzie have been fishing, hunting, and camping. He loved spending time outdoors. Elzie enjoyed running trot lines as well. His kind, compassionate heart led others to him. “Country Boy” as most knew him was one of a kind, never met a stranger. His laughter and jokes made others smile. He was the best husband, dad, and papaw in the world. Elzie was a truck driver for most of his life.

He is survived by his wife, Margaret Raymond Children, Elzie Ray Raymond Jr. and wife Jessica Amy Raymond Donald Raymond and wife Katherine Coby Hughes Bonus Sons, Chris Gaddy Shane Steitler Sister, Glenda Smith Grandchildren, Dustin Raymond Kayla Donahoe Jasmin McWorter Morgan Allen Jordan Allen Nicholas Allen Brayden Raymond Collin Cooper Marissa Cooper and wife Jaelyn Mahalia Raymond Great-Grandchildren Aidan Davis Jaylen Lloyd Emmitt Allen Kason Hogg Mason Alvarez Grayson Cooper Special Niece, Mary Kay Williams

Pallbearers serving will be Tyler Davis, Randall Davis, Shane Steitler, Kevin Link, Stevie Wilson, Jerry Wayne Welch, Lee Craig, Jessie “Boogie” Anderson, Rick Chaddick, Chris Gaddy.

Honorary pallbearers will be Jerry Raymond, James Raymond, Donnie Adams, and Michael Adams.

Elzie is preceded in death by his son, Christopher Lynn Raymond; parents, Boyce Ray and Betty Lou Raymond; brother, Donald Raymond; and sisters, Cathie Raymond and Bobbie Gene Golden.

To send condolences or to sign an online register, please visit www.mangumfh.net . Mangum Funeral Home, Center, is in charge of arrangements.

Doretha L. Golding, 88, of Center, passed away Saturday, November 25, 2023, in Center.

Visitation will be held from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., Tuesday, November 28, 2023, at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center. Funeral service will be held at 10:30 a.m., Wednesday, November 29, 2023, at Watson & Sons Chapel with Bro. Tim Watson and Chad Lawson officiating. Interment will follow at Wimberly Cemetery in Huxley.

Born January 1, 1935, in Garrett’s Bluff, Doretha is the daughter of Doyle Stewart and Velma Ingram Stewart. She enjoyed painting and crocheting. Doretha was a member of Order of Eastern Star Chapter #348 and First Baptist Church in Center.

She is survived by her daughter, Judy Glaze and husband Austin of Center; son, Robert Addison of Winnie; grandchildren, Austin J. Glaze Jr. of Bronson, Angela Armstrong and husband Michael of Bronson, Chris Addison of Beaumont; great granddaughter, Kailey Armstrong of Bronson; sisters, Shirley Brothers of Rosenburg, and Naomi Spearman of San Antonio.

Preceded in death by husband, T.R. Golding; parents, Doyle Stewart and Velma Ingram Stewart; and brother, Buddy Stewart.

Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfh.com

Cathye Baldwin passed away on Wednesday, November 15, 2023, two days shy of her 76th birthday. She died peacefully, surrounded by those who loved her. She was born in Decatur, Georgia on November 17, 1947, the daughter of Winfred Cannon and Hazel Alred Cannon. In her youth, Cathye was fiery and energetic. She was a loyal friend, standing her ground from an early age and fiercely protective of her siblings.

Cathye dated Wayne Carmichael while at Georgia Tech in Atlanta. She liked to reminisce that he was a great dancer and people would cheer them on as they danced. They got married in 1967 and had three sons. Wayne’s career assignments took them through six states before they settled down in Tyler, Texas in 1980, where they remained until the boys graduated from high school. She was an involved and supportive mom, often spending weekends driving all over Texas for her sons’ swim meets. In 1993, Cathye graduated as class valedictorian with a Bachelor of Social Work from Stephen F. Austin University. She went on to work for Hospice of Deep East Texas and spent over a decade providing physical and emotional support to patients with terminal conditions and their families.

Cathye later married Joe Baldwin, and they moved to Huxley, Texas, on Toledo Bend Lake. She quickly forged close friendships in the neighborhood. Her grandchildren, whom she thought walked on water, loved to visit. They spent days fishing off the dock, chasing lizards, and eating her delicious Southern home cooking. In 2005, she was diagnosed with transverse myelitis, resulting in paralysis from the waist down. She was warned by the doctor that she might never walk again. In her typical determined way, she refused to accept this reality and fought to regain enough mobility to remain fully independent throughout her life. This included questionable decisions like climbing up a ladder alone to sweep her roof and realizing afterward she couldn’t get down. She disliked a fuss being made over her, though she could be convinced to lean on her family when needed. She was also supported by an incredibly dear group of local friends.

Cathye was creative and skilled with her hands, creating stained glass, crocheting blankets, and making Christmas ornaments. She loved fishing, working in the yard, and doing puzzles. She was a ferocious Scrabble player. She cared deeply for animals, feeding and tending to the local birds, feral cats, deer, and other wildlife. She especially loved her dogs Maggie, Penny, and most recently, Sugar.

Cathye will be sorely missed by her son Bob Carmichael, his wife Nikkola, and their children, Nathan, Elena, and Talia; her son Russ Carmichael and his wife Melanie; her son Philip Carmichael, his wife Jenn, and their children Joshua and Matthew; her ex-husband, Wayne Carmichael and his wife, Suzanne; her brother, George Cannon; all of her extended family and friends; and her beloved dog, Sugar.

She is predeceased by her husband Joe Baldwin, her sister Gwyn Jones, and her brother Paul Cannon.

Condolences and tributes can be sent online at www.watsonandsonsfh.com. A memorial service will be held at a later date.

In lieu of flowers, the family asks that you consider a donation in memory of Cathye to a local animal shelter or Hospice care provider.

Mom, we will love and cherish you always.

Elmer Roy Broadus, 91, of Joaquin, passed away Saturday, November 25, 2023, in Joaquin.

Visitation will be held from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., Monday, November 27, 2023, at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center. Funeral service will be held at 10:00 a.m., Tuesday, November 28, 2023, at Watson & Sons Chapel with Sister Sherry Harding and Bro. Jason Broadus officiating. Interment will follow at Oaklawn Memorial Park in Center.

Mr. Broadus was born July 29, 1932, in Joaquin, Texas, to Emmett Ramsey Broadus and Flossie Aquila Wiggins Broadus. He attended New London school until the natural gas explosion took place and closed. He then continued school in Overton, Texas. Being the eldest of 9, he felt the need to help support his family by joining the United States Army at 17. After years of serving his country and traveling abroad the world, he relocated to Shelby County. While eating lunch at the local Red Dot Café in Joaquin, he met the love of his life, Linda. After 6 months of dating, he knew she was the one that he could not live without so together they tied the knot on June 6, 1970, and made their home in Joaquin. At that time, he had a job as a pipe fitter offshore where he worked for J Ray McDermott for 20 plus years and retired. He then was introduced to the timber business. If he was driving in a car, you can bet he was checking out all the trees on both sides of the road.

Roy spent most of his time in his later years volunteering and helping others. Through local churches, he traveled several states on missions trips helping rebuild homes, transporting donations and serving others as needed. Roy was the true definition of being the hands and feet of Jesus.

Due to his health decline, his travel slowed but his heart for missions never stopped. In 2010, he began to partner with Shelby County Outreach Ministries, where he assisted many people in the area. After years of dedication and service, he felt like a “big chief” when he was appointed his very own office in 2016. If he wasn’t serving at the outreach, you could find him reminiscing with his friends over breakfast or trying to find the next big deal on a junk car. His famous saying was, “Everything is for sale except the wife and kids.”

He loved people. Doesn’t matter if he knew you or not, he would have something to say. His greatest love was his family. He looked forward to all of the family get togethers and would be sure to know what was on the menu. Although he loved the main course, dessert was his favorite. You could always catch him in his recliner watching sports enjoying his bowl of Blue Bell ice cream.

Even until his last breath, he still was the most selfless man who loved our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. His favorite Bible verses were John 3:16 and Romans 12:1-3. Roy will be deeply missed by all who knew him.

He is survived by his wife of 53 years, Linda Cummings Broadus; children, Kim Williams and husband Ralph of Benton, Louisiana, Jason Broadus and wife Wendy of Joaquin, Randy Broadus of Nacogdoches, Texas, Toby Broadus of Joaquin, Texas, Bonnie Yount and husband James of Clinton, Arkansas, Amy Clouse and husband Zac of Joaquin, and Monica Lawson and husband Matt of Joaquin; numerous grandchildren and great grandchildren; brother, Jerry Broadus and wife Olene of Carthage; sister Barbara Woodcox and husband Randy of Joaquin; numerous nieces and nephews, and a host of other family and friends.

He is preceded in death by parents, Emmett and Flossie Broadus; sisters, Velta Bordner, Gail Broadus, and Margaret Walker; brothers, James Broadus, Bobby Broadus, and Elton Broadus.

Pallbearers will be the grandsons of Mr. Roy.

Our family would like to recognize and give our thanks to Torrie Gipson and Affinity Hospice for their care of our husband and father. We are so grateful for you all.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Shelby County Outreach Ministries. Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfh.com

Billy George Dickinson, 81, of Center, passed away Tuesday, November 14, 2023, in Center.

Graveside service will be held at 10:00 a.m., Friday, November 17, 2023, at White Rock Cemetery in Shelby County. Visitation will be held prior to the service at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center, from 9:00 a.m. to 9:45 a.m. Bro. Richard Goodwyn will officiate.

Born October 5, 1942, in Henderson, Billy is the son of George Dickinson and Bertha Dickinson. He loved watching his western movies. He was a member of First Pentecostal Church of Jesus Christ.

He is survived by his children, Billy Dickinson Jr. and wife Leanne, Teresa Jackson, Rodney Jackson, Rocky Jackson, Randy Alford, and Cathy Anthony; and sister, LaMearl Ayres.

Preceded in death by wife, Juanita Dickinson; brother, Eugene Dickinson; and sister, Betty Lou Travis. Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfh.com

NAME: Lyndon Burl Yates AGE: 78

ADDRESS: Broaddus, Texas

DATE / PLACE OF DEATH: Monday, Nov 13, 2023, Lufkin, Texas

DATE / PLACE OF BIRTH : November 14, 1944, Douglass, TX

DATE / TIME OF SERVICE: Wednesday, Nov 15, 2023, 2:00pm

PLACE OF SERVICE: Wyman Roberts Memorial Chapel, San Augustine, Texas DATE / TIME OF VISITATION: Wednesday, Nov 15, 1:00-2:00pm

PLACE OF VISITATION: Wyman Roberts Funeral Home, San Augustine, Texas OFFICATING: Bro. Jathan Green BURIAL: Attoyac Cemetery, San Augustine County, Texas

FATHER: Cecil Allen Yates MOTHER: Vera Belle (Spradley)

OCCUPATION: Pipeline Construction

SURVIVED BY: Daughter: Necy Spittler and husband Mike of Anacoco, LA Sons: Charles McLemore of Lufkin Kenneth Parker of San Augustine County Sisters: Kay Bridwell of Lexington, Kentucky LaMerle Brown of Douglass Brother: Bruce Yates of Buffalo A host of grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and other relatives

**Preceded in death by parents Cecel and Vera Belle Yates; children Quita Smith, Eddie Joe Parker and Elaine Parker; granddaughter Ashley McLemore; sister Elouise Fore wives June Yates and Joyce Yates;

Online Obituary and Condolences Posted at www.wymanrobertsfuneralhome.com Arrangements under the direction of WYMAN ROBERTS FUNERAL HOME 316 W.COLUMBIA SAN AUGUSTINE, TEXAS PHONE #936-275-2311 FAX # 936-275-0034

NAME: Barbara Slater Watson         AGE: 86

ADDRESS: Sabine County, Texas

DATE / PLACE OF DEATH: Sunday, Nov 12, 2023

DATE / PLACE OF BIRTH : August 30, 1937

DATE / TIME OF SERVICE: Saturday, Nov 18, 2023, 10:00am

PLACE OF SERVICE: Gravel Hill-Antioch Church, Sabine County, Texas

DATE / TIME OF VISITATION: N/A PLACE OF VISITATION: N/A

OFFICATING: Bro. Charles Watson BURIAL: Gravel Hill Cemetery, Sabine County, Texas FATHER: J. C. Slater MOTHER: Leona Slater

OCCUPATION:

SURVIVED BY: Children: Wyatt Watson, Deena Nutt, Damon Watson and their spouses 8 Grandchildren; 27 Great-grandchildren; 2 Great-great-grandchildren

**Preceded in death by parents J. C. and Leona Slater

Online Obituary and Condolences Posted at www.wymanrobertsfuneralhome.com Arrangements under the direction of WYMAN ROBERTS FUNERAL HOME 316 W.COLUMBIA SAN AUGUSTINE, TEXAS PHONE #936-275-2311 FAX # 936-275-0034

Graveside service will be held at 2:30 p.m., Sunday, November 12, 2023, at Mt. Olive Cemetery in the Silas Community of Shelby County with visitation beginning at 2:00 p.m. Bro. Gordon Vaughn will officiate.

Born March 1, 1937, Lela is the daughter of James Oscar Vaught Sr. and Lena Francis Vaught. She was a member of Mt. Olive Baptist Church in the Silas Community of Shelby County.

She is survived by her nephews and niece, Bobby Hendricks and wife, Rhonda of Timpson, Lisa Hendricks and fiancée, David Hebert of Timpson, Troyce Hendricks and wife, Emily of Minden, Louisiana, Roger Hendricks of West Palm Beach, Florida, and DeWayne Hendricks of Timpson; numerous other nieces, nephews, and cousins.

Preceded in death by husband, Ben Minton; twin sister, Faye Vaught Hendricks; four sisters; and six brothers.

Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfh.com

Vera D. Roberts, 79, of Tenaha, passed away Friday, November 10, 2023, in Tyler.

Visitation will be held from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., Tuesday, November 14, 2023, at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center. Funeral service will be held at 2:00 p.m., Wednesday, November 15, 2023, at Watson & Sons Chapel with Bro. Hollis Bass officiating. Interment will follow at Ramah Cemetery in Tenaha. Born January 29, 1944, in Panola County, Vera is the daughter of George Davis Jr and James Vernie Lawhorn Davis. She worked in the cafeteria at Center ISD for over 23 years. She enjoyed her time at the Senior Citizen’s Center in Joaquin. Vera loved her church family at Old Home Baptist Church.

She is survived by her husband, William Lee “Wild Bill” Roberts of Tenaha; sons, Eddie Dewayne Estes and wife Mickey of Joaquin and James Ray Estes of the Dreka Community; daughter-in-law, Angel Rogers of Joaquin; stepchildren, Elizabeth Middlebrooks and husband Derrick of San Antonio and Frank Albert Roberts of Center; grandchildren, Michael Middlebrooks, Adam Roe and wife Kayla, Andrea Estes, Tiffany Kendrick and husband Bubba, Ben Middlebrooks and wife Ryla, Ashley Puckett and husband Jordan, Shannon Roberts, Rachel Middlebrooks, Michael Wayne Estes, Shane Roberts, Mason Roberts, Logan Roberts, Kevin Roberts, and Alaina Roberts, Ethan Brandon, and Marlea Brandon; great grandchildren, A.J. Roe, Hondo Roe, Maddilynn Roe, Lila Roe, Easton Holt, Jaxon Holt, Ryan Kendrick, Caitlyn Kendrick, and Asher Middlebrooks; sister, Mary Skinner of Tomball; sisters-in-law, Cherry Davis and Betty Davis; special niece, Misty Davis; also, numerous other nieces and nephews.

Preceded in death by parents, George Davis Jr. and James Vernie Lawhorn Davis; son, Jerry Michael Estes; and brothers, Billy Davis, Johnny Davis, and Wayne Davis.

Pallbearers will be Adam Roe, Michael Estes, Bubba Kendrick, Ethan Brandon, and Eddie Estes.

Honorary pallbearers will be her great grandsons. Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfh.com

Mildred (Vaughn) Dillard, 88, of Center, Texas passed away peacefully in Center, on November 10, 2023. She was born March 29, 1935, in Huxley, to Henry and Ella Alice (Snider) Vaughn.

Funeral service will be held on Tuesday, November 14, 2023, at Mangum Funeral Home at 11 a.m. with Bro. Larry Chandler officiating. Interment followed at White Rock Baptist Cemetery. Visitation will be held at Mangum Funeral Home on Monday, November 13, 2023, from 5-7 p.m.

Mildred was born and raised in Shelby County. She married Mack Dillard in November of 1952. Their love and dedication to one another were apparent to all who knew them. They had three sons: Randy, Ronnie, and Donald.

Mildred was a devoted and loving mother and grandmother. She was happiest when she was with loved ones, whether it be her siblings, children, or grandchildren. As a little girl, Mildred was blonde headed, and was lovingly known as “Blondie” by her parents, siblings, cousins, nieces and nephews. Mildred’s bond with her siblings was one of her greatest treasures.

Her faith and belief in God was strong, and she lived according to that.

She is survived by her sons Randy Dillard and wife Beverly; Ronnie Dillard and wife Linda; and Donald Dillard and wife Kathy. Grandchildren, Amy and John Reid; Jody and Nicole Dillard; John and Jacqueline Dillard; Bryan and Jessica Dillard; Kristen and Jarod Bentley; Leslie and Brandon Griggs; Jamie and Trey Moore; Jennifer Dillard and Jake Martinez. Sister-in-law, Joan Vaughn.

Also left to cherish her memory are 20 great grandchildren and one great-great grandchild along with numerous beloved nieces and nephews. Mangum Funeral Home Laird Funeral Home, Inc.

She is preceded in death by her husband of 43 years, Mack Dillard; parents, Henry and Alice Vaughn; sisters and brothers in law, Agnes and Charles Bryan; Bertha Lee and Dean Raymond, Joan and Cindy O’Rear; brother, Edward Vaughn; mother-in-law, Floy Dillard and father-in-law Louis Bryan Dillard; granddaughter, Alicia Dillard.

Pallbearers serving were Waylon Bryan, David Bryan, James Raymond, Chuck Raymond, Larry O’Rear, and Keith O’Rear.

The family wishes to extend their deepest thanks to Pat Raymond Lovell for her devotion to Blondie- particularly in her last days with us.

To send condolences or to sign an online register, please visit www.mangumfh.net . Mangum Funeral Home, Center, is in charge of arrangements.

Lela Mae Minton, 86, of Center, passed away Thursday, November 9, 2023, in Nacogdoches.

Graveside service will be held at 2:30 p.m., Sunday, November 12, 2023, at Mt. Olive Cemetery in the Silas Community of Shelby County with visitation beginning at 2:00 p.m. Bro. Gordon Vaughn will officiate.

Born March 1, 1937, Lela is the daughter of James Oscar Vaught Sr. and Lena Frances Vaught. She was a member of Mt. Olive Baptist Church in the Silas Community of Shelby County.

She is survived by her nephews and niece, Bobby Hendricks of Timpson, Lisa Hendricks of Timpson, Troyce Hendricks of Minden, Louisiana, Roger Hendricks of West Palm Beach, Florida, and DeWayne Hendricks of Timpson; numerous other nieces, nephews, and cousins.

Preceded in death by husband, Ben Minton; twin sister, Faye Vaught Hendricks; four sisters; and six brothers.

Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfh.com

Hicks Mortuary is announcing the death of Mrs. Dorothy Mae McCollister (69) of Center, Texas. Mrs. McCollister was born to the late Earsel Gardner and Molene Mathews Gardner in Shelbyville, Texas on February 21, 1954. Mrs. McCollister died at a local hospital in Tyler, Texas on November 6, 2023.

“Dot” is survived Husband: Leo McCollister of Center, Texas 3 Sons: Kelvin McCollister of Center, Texas; Michael McCollister (Tammy) of Tyler, Texas; and Eric McCollister of Tyler, Texas 1 Daughter: Angela McCollister of Tyler, Texas 1 Sister: Dorothy Cartwright of Shelbyville, Texas Uncle: Lucky Gardner (Wilda) Center, Texas Aunt: Betty Gardner Sanders (John) Center, Texas

Funeral services for Mrs. Dorothy “Dot” Mae McCollister will be held at 12:00 Noon on Saturday, November 11 at the Bright Morning Star Baptist Church located at 623 Martin Luther King Drive in Center, Bishop Howard Cloudy, Eulogist. Visitation and viewing will be prior to the service from 10:00am – 12:00 Noon at Bright Morning Star Interment St John Cemetery in Center, Texas 75935.

Service entrusted to Hicks Mortuary 804 Martin Luther King Jr. Drive Center, Texas 75935 Please visit our website for online condolences at www.hicksmortuary.net

Clarence Wayne “Spud” Fausett, 70, of Timpson, Texas, passed away on November 6, 2023, in Tyler, Texas. He was born on May 28, 1953, in Center, Texas, to the late Bily D. Fausett and Dorthy (Gilchrist) Fausett.

Funeral services will be held at 11AM on Saturday, November 11, 2023, at Mangum Funeral Home, with Bro. Levi Cohorst officiating. Interment will follow at New Hope Cemetery.

Visitation will be held prior to the service beginning at 10AM at Mangum Funeral Home.

To send condolences or to sign an online register, please visit www.mangumfh.net . Mangum Funeral Home, Center, is in charge of arrangements.

NAME: Troy Deyane Roberts  AGE: 76

ADDRESS: San Augustine, Texas

DATE / PLACE OF DEATH: Wednesday, Nov 1, 2023, San Augustine, Texas

DATE / PLACE OF BIRTH : November 14, 1946, Greenback, TN

DATE / TIME OF MEMORIAL SERVICE: Thursday, Nov 9, 2023, 6:00pm

PLACE OF SERVICE: Wyman Roberts Memorial Chapel, San Augustine, Texas DATE / TIME OF VISITATION: N/A PLACE OF VISITATION: N/A

OFFICATING: BURIAL: N/A

FATHER: Lawson R. Roberts MOTHER: Lillie Mae (Roberts)

OCCUPATION: Merchant Marine/Maritime Captain

SURVIVED BY: Son: Troy “T. L.” Roberts and wife Kayleight Daughters: Theresa Dyer and husband Mike Tara Rubel and husband Frank Step-daughter: Pam Campbell Brother: Bobby Roberts and wife Gwen Grandchildren: Michael Dyer, Brook Roberts, Hollie Roberts, Bayleigh Roberts, Huston Roberts, Kendall Rubel, Whitney Troy, Alivia “Tator Tot” Payne, Chelsea Troy, Sawyer Troy Great-grandson: Koen Wilson Numerous nieces, nephews, and friends.

**Preceded in death by parents Lawson R. and Lillie Mae Roberts; sister Unavee “Dusty” McClanahan; Brother Freddy Roberts

Online Obituary and Condolences Posted at www.wymanrobertsfuneralhome.com Arrangements under the direction of WYMAN ROBERTS FUNERAL HOME 316 W.COLUMBIA SAN AUGUSTINE, TEXAS PHONE #936-275-2311 FAX # 936-275-0034

NAME: Margie Luther Steptoe Bass    AGE: 79

ADDRESS: Etoile, Texas

DATE / PLACE OF DEATH: Thursday, Nov 2, 2023, Houston, Texas

DATE / PLACE OF BIRTH : January 30, 1944, Bronson, TX

DATE / TIME OF SERVICE: Saturday, Nov 11, 2023, 11:00am

PLACE OF SERVICE: Wyman Roberts Memorial Chapel, San Augustine, Texas DATE / TIME OF VISITATION: Friday, Nov 10, 2023, 5:00-8:00pm

PLACE OF VISITATION: Old Norwood Baptist Church, San Augustine County, Texas

OFFICATING: Bro. Doyle Luther BURIAL: Sowell Cemetery, San Augustine County, Texas

FATHER: Tilman Oxford Luther MOTHER: Ada Bell (Parker)

OCCUPATION: Homemaker

SURVIVED BY: Children: John Norman and wife Dawn, Mitch Norman, Telisa Sheffield and husband David, Timothy Steptoe, Jerry Steptoe, David Bass Sisters: Shirley Granger, Linda Campbell, Marilyn McClellan, Carolyn Krupp Brothers: Jim Luther, Doyle Luther, Charles Ray Luther

**Preceded in death by parents Tilman Oxford Luther and Ada Bell (Parker) Luther

Online Obituary and Condolences Posted at www.wymanrobertsfuneralhome.com Arrangements under the direction of WYMAN ROBERTS FUNERAL HOME 316 W.COLUMBIA SAN AUGUSTINE, TEXAS PHONE #936-275-2311 FAX # 936-275-0034

Hicks Mortuary announces the death of Mr. Quinnon Quinnell Gardner (44) of Center, Texas. Mr. Gardner was born to the late Dennis Jackson and Cynthia Gardner Jackson in Center, Texas on July 25, 1979.

Mr. Gardner passed away in Lufkin, Texas on October 26, 2023.

Quinnon is survived by three sons: Quitavious Evans, Katavious Evans and Quinnon Gardner, Jr.

one daughter: Kenyatta Woolen.

four brothers: Roderick Gardner, Thomas Gardner, Omar Gardner, and Dennis Jackson, Jr.

two Special Sisters: LaKrista Page and Lisa Ann Whaley.

Graveside services for Mr. Quinnon Gardner will be held at 3:00pm on Saturday, November 4 at Westview Cemetery in Center. Pastor Marlin Cloudy, Sr. will provide the eulogy.

Interment at Westview Cemetery in Center, Texas 75935. Service entrusted to Hicks Mortuary 804 Martin Luther King Jr. Drive Center, Texas 75935 Please visit our website for online condolences at www.hicksmortuary.net

Hicks Mortuary announces the death of Mrs. La Merle Trenise Davis (51) of Huntington, Texas. Mrs. Davis was born to Lewis Ray Hartsfield and O’Linda Faye Garrett Hartsfield in Lufkin, Texas. Mrs. Davis passed away in Lufkin, Texas on October 27, 2023, at her residence.

LaMerle is survived by 2 sons: JaKarion Williams of Ft. Worth, Texas and DeEdrick Renfro of Lufkin, Texas

one daughter: Sha Kayla Cabrera of Huntington, Texas

Father: Lewis Ray Hartsfield

2 Sisters: LaTanya Forney of Houston, Texas and Lavanna Hartsfield of Huntington, Texas

Viewing: Hicks Chapel 5:00 PM on November 4, 2023 Memorial Service: Abundant Life United Methodist Church 1715 Sayers Street Lufkin, Texas on November 18, 2023, at 11:00 AM Service entrusted to Hicks Mortuary 804 Martin Luther King Jr. Drive Center, Texas 75935 Please visit our website for online condolences at www.hicksmortuary.net

Lisa Goings, age 65 of Blountsville, Alabama, passed away on September 28, 2023, at Cullman Regional Medical Center.

A memorial service will be held at 2PM on Saturday, November 4, 2023, at Mangum Funeral Home, Center, Texas.

She is survived by her daughter, Crystal Lewis and husband Jason of Blountsville, Alabama; son, Cory Baxley and wife Brandy of Blountsville, Alabama; mother, Shirley Willoughby of Blountsville, Alabama (originally Center, TX); siblings, Timothy Goings of Houston, Texas, and Tommie Harmel, Jr. of Houston, Texas; and grandchildren, Caley Baxley, Gabriel Baxley, Chloe Lewis and Garrett Lewis.  Honorary grandchildren Nolan and Olivia Moody, Austin Grigsby and Jayden Green.

Lisa grew up in Houston, Texas, later moving to Center and subsequently to Blountsville, Alabama, with her children and grandchildren. She was a truck driver and a home health CNA for many years. She loved to quilt, garden, read and thrift shop. Affectionately named “Maw” by her first grandson, her outgoing personality easily won over members of her community where she was adopted as “Maw” by many. She fought a long, hard battle to continue celebrating and supporting her grandchildren, which was the highlight of her life.

Flowers or charitable donations to the American Liver Foundation are accepted https://alf.social/tributegift in memory of Lisa Goings.