Obituaries
03/24/2026
Mary Ann Brown, 61, of Joaquin, Texas, passed away on March 22, 2026, surrounded by her loved ones at home. She was born on August 8, 1964, in Shreveport, Louisiana, to the late Wayne Terrell Evans and Helen Jane (Curry) Evans.
Funeral service will be held at 2PM on Friday, March 27, 2026, at Mangum Funeral Home, 420 San Augustine St., Center, Texas, with Bro. Tommy Cunningham and Bro. Joe Halliday officiating. Interment will follow at Jackson Cemetery.
Visitation will be held from 6-8PM on Thursday, March 26, 2026, at Mangum Funeral Home.
Mary grew up in Logansport, Louisiana. She married the love of her life, Butch Brown, on February 20, 1993, and together they built a life centered on love, family, and faith. She was a devoted wife who took great pride in caring for her family throughout the years. Mom, please know your daughter will take care of your “baby”.
Mary found her greatest joy in spending time with her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren, cherishing every moment with them. She was a great supporter of everything that was happening. She was a woman of deep faith who loved the Lord and faithfully served through Fellowship Missionary Baptist Church in Joaquin.
Known for her loving and compassionate spirit, Mary touched the lives of all who knew her and will be deeply missed.
Mary is survived by:
Daughter, April Childress and husband Brandon
Son, J.R. Brown and wife Katie
Brother, Jimmy Wayne Evans and wife Martha
Sister, Debbie Jane Amox and husband Mike
Grandchildren:
Dustyn Raymond and wife Haley
Charles Carroll
Hunter Carroll
Lane Glaze and wife Kyla
Emerald Glaze
Justyn Brown
Levi Childress
Jalynn Brown
Jadyn Brown
Sadie Brown
Benson Brown
Devon Lee
Jaycee Metcalf
Kylie Metcalf
Degan Lee
TJ Hawkins
Rudy Daugherty
Macie Metcalf
Honorary Grandchildren:
Emmett Childress
Preslie King
Great-Grandchildren:
Karter Carroll
Brynlee Carroll
Willow Ann Puckett
She is preceded in death by her husband, Butch Brown; daughter, Nikki Diaz; and parents, Wayne and Helen Evans.
Pallbearers serving will be Rocky Curry, Shawn Murray, D.W. Wheless, Brent Andres, Cody Childress, and Jody Roberts.
Honorary pallbearers will be Mary’s grandsons.
To send condolences or to sign an online register, please visit www.mangumfh.net. Mangum Funeral Home, Center, is in charge of arrangements.
03/22/2026
Alice Lavern Hinton Hall, 91, passed away Sunday, March 22, 2026, in Center, Texas. Mrs. Hall was born August 4, 1934, in Shelbyville, Texas, to Annie Mae Brady Hinton and Henry Ross Hinton. Alice was a retired beautician. She was a lifetime member of Order of the Eastern Star. She was a great-great-granddaughter of John Ross, Principal Chief of the Cherokee Nation.
Funeral service will be held at 11:00 a.m., Tuesday, March 24, 2026, at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center with visitation beginning at 10:30 a.m. Alice was a member of Hurst Street Church of Christ. Tim Perkins will officiate the service. Interment will follow at Oaklawn Memorial Park in Center.
She is survived by:
Daughter, Margaret Ann Goings
Daughter-in-law, Rene McDaniel
Son, Martin Wayne McDaniel
Stepdaughters:
Carol Looney and husband Gary
Nancy Keeling
Grandchildren:
Neil Goings and wife Julia
Sara Waver and husband David
Chelsea McDaniel
Step-grandchildren:
Caleb Wright and wife Amanda
Beau Donaldson
Great-grandchildren:
Dylan Weaver
Bryan Weaver and wife McKenzie
Brianna Samples
Mylee Donaldson
Emily Goings
Natalie Goings
Wyatt Weaver
Aubrey Weaver
Sister-in-law, Thelma Hinton
Also a number of great great grandchildren, nieces, nephews, and cousins.
She is preceded in death by her husband, Johnnie Weldon Hall; first husband and father of her children, Grady Melvin McDaniel; parents, Annie Hinton and Henry Hinton; son, George Melvin McDaniel; brother, Charles Henry Hinton; son-in-law, Thomas Eugene Goings; granddaughter, Jennifer McDaniel Weaver; great-grandson, David Charles Weaver; and great-granddaughter, Emily Taylor Weaver.
Pallbearers will be Neil Goings, Brad Hinton, Clayton Hinton, Darrell McDaniel, Cole Austin McDaniel, and Terry Walton.
The family wants to say thank you to all the staff of Holiday Nursing and Rehabilitation and Heart-to-Heart Hospice for their gentle and loving care of Mrs. Hall during her final days. They also showed so much care and concern for the family members.
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfh.com
03/21/2026
Wanda Lee (Lanier) Cannon passed away peacefully in her home holding hands with her devoted husband and daughter at 5:03 am on March 19, 2026.
Wanda was born to Willis and Mary Lanier (and Frank Bonura) on August 17, 1943, in Beaumont, Texas. She graduated from South Park High School in Beaumont in 1963.
She met the love of her life, Robert (Bob) Cannon, in passing during a brief hospital stay, and it was love at first sight for both of them. She said, “He came in to take out the trash and left with my heart!” After a whirlwind romance of 3 months, they got married on January 25, 1964. They welcomed their only child, Robbie, 4 years later.
Together, they spent many years moving around the US and Germany when Bob served in the US Army. Wanda served as a charter member of the “Camp Followers Association” for 20 years before settling in Shelbyville, Texas, when he retired. She often joked that “home is wherever the Army sends you” but to Wanda, home was wherever Bob was.
After Bob retired, she got her favorite job as “Nana” and never stopped spoiling her grandchildren and later, her great grandchildren. Bob joked that she went to work for Shelbyville ISD (computer aide) and Carthage ISD (library aide) so that she would never have to tell any of them “NO” when they wanted something.
After double retirement, Bob and Wanda built a home in Gary, Texas. She enjoyed her golden years on Lake Murvaul, spending her days boating, fishing, bird watching, reading, working in her flower beds, playing cards and Bunco with friends, spoiling her dog “Baby,” and assembling every jigsaw puzzle she could get her hands on. She loved cooking for people, and thankfully, she taught her special recipes to her granddaughter, Rachel, and a select few other family members.
In recent years, they moved to Center to be closer to Robbie and her husband, Pete. Wanda discovered fairly quickly that if she would put some puzzle pieces in the wrong spots, she could call on Robbie for help with a puzzle “emergency” and Robbie would drop everything to come help her straighten it out. They snuck in many hours of puzzle time that way, and for a while they thought they had Pete fooled, but he always knew what they were doing! Mother and daughter enjoyed a lot of puzzle time together, and puzzles may never be the same again for Robbie.
Wanda loved her family, her friends, and her Lord, and she will be missed by family and friends located all over the US.
She is survived by:
Loving husband, Bob
Devoted daughter, Robbie (Pete) Low of Center
Grandchildren:
Bobby (Gasannia) Jones of Center
Rachel (Bruce) Collins of Rogers City, MI
Christopher Caudle of New York, NY
Great-grandchildren:
Emmet Collins of Michigan
John Collins of Michigan
Gracie Boles of Center
William Boles of Center
Plus many cousins, nieces, and nephews.
Wanda was preceded in death by her parents, Willis and Mary Lanier and biological father Frank Bonura; brother, Charles Edward “Sonnie” Lanier; sister, Betty Jo Moore; as well as brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law, plus her half-siblings on the Bonura side of her family.
Friends are invited for visitation at 7pm on Saturday, March 21, 2026, at Watson and Sons Funeral Home in Center, Texas. Funeral service will be conducted by Andrew King at 2 pm on Sunday, March 22nd (same location) with burial to follow at Cannon Cemetery in Shelbyville, Texas.
In lieu of flowers, the family asks that you please consider making a memorial contribution to one of the following charities:
Community Benevolence Fund of Affinity Hospice
℅ 2708 S. Medford Drive
Lufkin TX 75901
Happy Tails Adoption Center
PO Box 1049
Center TX 75935
Venmo: @happytailstexas
Online condolences and tributes can be sent to www.watsonandsonsfh.com.
03/20/2026
Frank Henry Horton, formerly of Tenaha, Texas spent a happy day Wednesday, March 18, 2026 celebrating his and his wife, Cheryl’s 48th anniversary, not knowing that his celebration would continue the next morning when he would wake up in Heaven with his Lord and Savior. Frank was ready and prepared for the occasion.
However, the loved ones he left behind can’t help but grieve and feel a loss:
Wife, Cheryl Harris Horton
Daughters:
Amber and Scott Miller and their children, Hank and Eliza of Sebastian, Florida
April and Mike Crow and their children, Hodges, Skylar and Abby of Celina, Texas
His grandchildren called him Papa Tex. He had a heart and personality as big as Texas.
Brothers and their families:
Lance and Barbara
George and Bennette
Sister-in-law, Terri Harris
He had a cousin who lived a few blocks from him, Gaye Bagwell Scudder, also Glenda Bagwell Hendrix, and Rhetha Ann Horton Chapman, and Dana Bowlin Hasley.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Sid and Gladys Horton.
Frank worked at Texas Health for 31 years. He donated his body for research to UT Southwestern so his service will be at a later time at his church (planned April 4, at 4:00) at Shady Oaks Baptist church in Hurst, where he played Bass guitar in the praise band, and served in their music program for 25 years. Some of his fellow singers from the “Singing Christians” will sing at his service. We would love to get to hear his voice blend in with them one more time, but he had an appointment with a heavenly choir to meet.
Frank Horton: June 1, 1950 - March 19, 2026.
03/20/2026
Carolyn Ann Ward (Dillie) was born on March 8, 1955 to the late James Lloyd and Betty Tutt, in Center, Texas. She departed this earthly life on Monday, March 16, 2026 at the age of 71 surrounded by loved ones.
Funeral service is at 1pm Saturday, March 21, 2026 at St. John Baptist Church in Tenaha. Visitation is Friday, March 20, 2026 from 12 noon until 6pm at Community Funeral Home in Center.
Carolyn Ward was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend who touched the lived of everyone who knew her. She will be remembered for her kindness, strength, and the love she gave so freely to her family and friends. Carolyn had a warm and caring spirit and found joy in spending time with her family and love ones. She loved working in the church, going to the grocery stores, and Dillie loved games shows, Family Feud, Price Is Right, and many more.
She was employed for more than 20 years at Nacogdoches Medical Center ICU unit doing what she loved, taking care of her patients. Carolyn’s love knew no bounds and her patients often said her smile was as healing as her care.
Carolyn is preceded in death by her father, James Lloyd; mother, Betty Nell Tutt; sisters, Peggy Williams, Janice Lloyd; and brothers, James Earl Tutt, John Henry Lloyd, Michael Lloyd, James Lloyd, Charlie Lloyd, and Bruce Lloyd.
She leaves to cherish her memories:
Loving husband, Joe Ward of Nacogdoches
Daughters:
Valencia Jones of Tyler
Bella Ward and McKenzie Ward of Nacogdoches
Sons:
Kenneth Caraway (Namoi) of Clarksville, Tn
James Caraway (Datricia) of Nacogdoches
Brothers:
Willie Tutt of Bossier City, La.
Chris Tutt of Tenaha
James Tutt of Tenaha
Michael Tutt of Lufkin
Cliff Llyod of Tenaha
Chris Goss (Tracey)
Royce Llyod (wife) of Tenaha
Williams Llyod of Houston
Farrah Fields of Houston
Billy Llyod of Houston
Sisters:
Patsy Tutt of Tenaha
Teresa Tutt of Tenaha
Tracey Tutt of Tenaha
Laverne Tutt of Tenaha
Cynthia (Cyn) Jones of Houston
Rose White of Houston
Meldenise Lloyd of Houston
Cynthia Gail Newsome of Houston
Grandchildren:
O'Neal Jones III
MaKayla Coffee
DeAndre Caraway
Kyle Caraway
James Caraway Jr
Great-great grandchildren: Nazian, O'Neal Jones IV, Aiden, Cameron, Peyton, and Alivia
A host of nieces, nephews, relatives and friends.
Services are entrusted to Community Funeral Home, Center, Texas.
03/19/2026
Rev. Ardis Lee Mosby was born January 13, 1962 in San Augustine, TX to William Elvin Mosby and Ida Mae McCoy Mosby. Rev. Ardis Lee Mosby transition, Sunday, March 15, 2026 in Nacogdoches, Texas.
Funeral service is Saturday, March 21, 2026 at 1pm at Reed Chapel Baptist Church, 301 Ironosa, San Augustine, TX with Rev. David Mosby, Eulogist; Moderator Rev. Dr. Amos L. Horton, Host Pastor.
Visitations are Friday, March 20, 2026 from 2pm to 6pm at Sid Roberts Funeral Home, 3535 S.E. Stallings Dr. Nacogdoches, Texas and Saturday, March 21, 2026 from 10am to 1pm at Reed Chapel Baptist Church, 301 Ironosa, San Augustine, Texas. Burial is at Redland Cemetery, San Augustine, Texas.
He is survived by:
Wife, Jeaneyse Mosby
4 Children:
Ardtrenda Vinson (Demetrius) of Lufkin, TX
Ardis LeBrent Mosby (Shatara) of San Augustine, TX
LaFredrick Mosby of Lufkin, TX
Ardriah Mosby of Denton, TX
10 Grandchildren: Trenton, JaTavion, Ardyss, Jayden, Daylon, K’Lynn, Jaycee, Jorydynn, JaTyrian and Kenzlee
Mother-in-law, Roy Jean Lane of San Augustine, TX
Siblings:
Lester Mosby of San Augustine
Johnny Roy Mosby of Athens, Georgia
Vernzell Byrd of Lancaster, TX
Ida Diane Miller (Michael) of Dallas, TX
David (Linda) of San Augustine, TX
Bobby (Joy) of Nacogdoches, TX
O’Don (Cheryl) of DeSota, TX
DeShunda McCoy (Floyd)
Shacorian Mosby of Lufkin, TX
Preceded in death by mother, Ida Mae McCoy Mosby; father, William Elvin Mosby; grandparents, Arthur and Viella Trotty McCoy, Artis and Elmira Mosby; siblings, Infant Mosby and Benita Mosby; and a host of nephews, nieces, cousins and friends.
Services are under the direction of Sid Roberts Funeral Home, Nacogdoches, Texas.
03/19/2026
Ronald Edward Perry, 74, of Center, Texas, passed away peacefully on March 17, 2026, in Nacogdoches, Texas. He was born on May 24, 1951, in Corsicana, Texas, to the late Barney Perry and Lola (Higginbotham) Perry.
Graveside service will be held at 12PM on Friday, March 20, 2026, at Oaklawn Memorial Park, Center, Texas, with Charles Conway and James Carroll officiating. Visitation will be held prior to the service beginning at 11AM at Mangum Funeral Home, 420 San Augustine St., Center, Texas.
Ronnie proudly served his country in the United States Army. He married the love of his life, Nancy Griggs, on May 27, 1971, and the two have cherished over 54 years together raising four sons. Ronnie enjoyed time spent with his family. Especially his grandchildren. Each of them held a special key to his heart. Ronnie was a man who held his family at the very center of his life. He was deeply proud of each of them and made sure they knew it. He shared a special bond with his daughters-in-law, whom he loved as his own daughters, welcoming them with open arms.
He was known for his old-fashioned charm, Ronnie carried himself in a way that reflected a simpler time. He was rarely seen without his signature penny loafers paired with white socks- a look that became uniquely his. He preferred life without unnecessary complications, which was perfectly summed up by his trusty flip phone. While it may have driven his family a little crazy, Ronnie stood firm in his belief that a phone was meant to “open, talk, and shut.” True to that, he never once sent a text message.
Above all, Ronnie was fiercely loyal. He was the kind of man who would show up without being asked, stand by those he loved without hesitation, and do anything within his power to help someone in need. His kindness, dependability, and steady presence made a lasting impression on everyone who knew him. He retired from Tyson Foods after 35 years of working in dispatch and driving a truck for the feed mill in Tenaha. After retirement Ronnie found his second home driving for the Jones at Ray Jones Chevrolet, Center Motor Company and Center Motor ATV. He drove as long as his health allowed.
He will be remembered for his steadfast love, his quiet strength, and the countless ways he made life better for those around him. Ronnie loved the Lord, served him through his church, and always kept the faith.
Ronnie is survived by:
Loving wife, Nancy Perry
Sons:
Ron Perry and wife Angela
Steven Perry and wife Angela
Tim Perry
Chris Perry and Charla
Grandsons:
Connor Perry
Alex Tidmore
Toby Tidmore
Ayden Champagne
Rylan Whittington
Ky Whittington
Granddaughters:
Keeley Perry
Savannah Perry
Sister-in-laws:
Debra Carroll and husband James
Cathy Conway and husband Charles
Polly Perry
Barbara Perry
Numerous nieces and nephews
He is preceded in death by his parents, Barney and Lola Perry; brothers, Barney “Bo” Perry, Jerry Perry, Don Perry; and sister, Judy Perry.
The family would also like to express sincere thanks to Marlin Jones, Kevin Jones, Josh Wulf, and Jonathan Wulf for allowing Ronnie to drive for Center Motor Company and Ray Jones Cheverolet for many years.
Pallbearers serving will be Ron Perry, Steven Perry, Chris Perry, Tim Perry, Ayden Champagne, Toby Tidmore, Alex Tidmore, Connor Perry, Rylan Whittington, and Ky Whittington.
Honorary pallbearers are Keeley Perry, and Savannah Perry.
To send condolences or to sign an online register, please visit www.mangumfh.net. Mangum Funeral Home, Center, is in charge of arrangements.
03/19/2026
Skylar Lynne Hopson, 7 of Pearland, Texas, passed away Wednesday, March 11, 2026, in Pearland, Texas. Skylar was born on December 13, 2018. Skylar was a beautiful girl that was taken from us too soon.
Funeral services for Skyler Lynne Hopson will be held on Friday, March 20, 2026, at 1pm at Johnson Funeral Home, Houston, Texas. Visitation is at Johnson Funeral Home, 5730 Calhoun Road, Houston, Texas 77021 from 12 noon to 1pm on Friday, March 20, 2026. Burial is Private.
Skylar is survived by:
Mother, Kirstene Hopson
Native of Center, Texas, Grandmother, Markia Johnson Shannon of Houston, Texas
Great-Grandmother, Mrs. Mildred Johnson
Great-Uncles:
James Keith Johnson
Dr. Vernon Johnson
Great-Aunt, Donna O Johnson Mackey
Services are under the direction of Hicks Mortuary of Center and Johnson Funeral Home, 5730 Calhoun Road, Houston, Texas 77021.
03/18/2026
Jackie “Jack” Ray Adams, 89, of Timpson, Texas, passed away peacefully on March 13, 2026, in Center, Texas. He was born on June 19, 1936, in Fort Worth, Texas, to the late Green Debs Adams and Dora Mae (Hukill) Adams.
Visitation will be held from 6-8PM on Sunday, March 22, 2026, at Mangum Funeral Home.
Funeral service will be held at 10AM on Monday, March 23, 2026, at Mangum Funeral Home with Bro. Calvin Gould and Bro. M.E. Lyons officiating. Interment will follow at 2PM at Colony Church of Christ Cemetery, Alba, Texas.
Jack proudly served his country in the United States Navy joining at the young age of 18. He was called into the ministry many years ago. Following that call he moved from California to Texas to attend Texas Baptist Institute where he graduated. His greatest passion in life was teaching and preaching the Word of God. He pastored many churches throughout the years. After losing his first wife Jewel, he married Frances Fonville in 2001. The two served alongside one another until he retired. They made their church home New Columbia Missionary Baptist Church where they continued to serve until his health failed.
Jack also was a small appliance and small engine repairman. He loved taking things apart just to see how they worked. Jack also loved working outdoors in the garden. Jack was a devoted husband, father, and grandfather.
He is survived by:
Loving wife, Frances Adams
Daughters:
Barbara Jo Farnsworth and husband James
Melinda Jean Dodge
Donna Marie Joiner and husband Tim
Vonda Kay Wall and husband Tommy
Amanda Hughes and husband Michael “Pug”
Numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and great-great grandchildren
Jack is preceded in death by his first wife, Jewel Adams; parents, Green and Dora Adams; son, Gerry Don Adams; daughter, Gina Bell Adams; brothers, Willis Adams, David Adams; and sister, Doris May Adams.
In lieu of flowers family requests donations in memory of Jack be made to American Baptist Association Missions, PO Box 1050, Texarkana, Texas, 75504, or by visiting https://www.abaptist.org/individual-giving-aba.
Pallbearers serving will be Nick Evans, Michael Hughes, Nick Hughes, Fisher Hughes, M.E. Lyons, and Joseph Jolley.
To send condolences or to sign an online register, please visit www.mangumfh.net. Mangum Funeral Home, Center, is in charge of arrangements.
03/18/2026
With broken hearts and deep sorrow, we announce the passing of Guadalupe “Lupita” González Flores, 42, of Tenaha, Texas, who entered eternal rest on Saturday, March 14, 2026, surrounded by the love of her family (click for family photo).
Visitation will be held from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., Friday, March 20, 2026, at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center. Funeral service will be held at 11:00 a.m., Saturday, March 21, 2026, at Iglesia Bautista Libertad with Pastor Julio Colegio officiating. Interment will follow at Oaklawn Memorial Park in Center.
Lupita was born November 1, 1983, in Center, Texas, to Javier González and Maria Del Rosario Morales González.
Lupita was the heart of her family—a loving wife, a devoted mother, a proud grandmother, and a cherished sister.
She is survived by:
Husband, Samuel Flores of Center
Beloved children:
Ezekiel Arcibar of Center
Alex Samuel Arcibar of Center
Zaqueo Arcibar and wife Bryana of Tenaha
Jocelyn Julissa Flores of Center
Angel Flores of Center
Eric Flores of Center
Precious granddaughter, Alia Marie of Tenaha, was one of her greatest joys and brought light to her life even in her hardest days she enjoyed having her and spending every moment she could loving her.
Sisters:
Claudia Gonzalez-Tello and husband Alfredo of Center
Janeth Tello and husband Fausto of Center
Ruth Gonzalez of Center
Rosario Espinoza and husband Oscar of Center
Brother, Javier Jesus Gonzalez of Center who shared a lifetime of love, memories, and unbreakable bonds with her
Mother-in-law, Guadalupe Navarrete
Brothers-in-law:
Alfonso Espinoza and wife Mercedes of Center
Gerardo Flores of Center
Sisters-in-law:
Olga Méndez and husband Tomas of Center
Noemí Herrera and husband Luis of Mexico
Francisca Espinoza Bazaldua and husband Luz Antonio of Center
Gabriela Young and husband Thomas of Center
Paola Gomez Bazaldua and husband Eliazid of Center
She is further survived by many nieces, nephews, cousins, aunts, uncles, and extended family members who loved her deeply.
Special friends: Claudia Martinez, Debbie Almaraz, Angela Waller and Carissa Porter
Preceded in death by her parents, Javier Gonzalez and Maria Del Rosario Morales Gonzalez; father-in-law, Trinidad Flores.
Pallbearers will be Samuel Flores, Ezekiel Arcibar, Alex Samuel Arcibar, Zaqueo Arcibar, Angel Flores, Eric Flores, Javier Jesus Gonzalez, Jose Tello, Johan Gonzalez, Aaron Tello, Juan Gonzalez, Eduardo Arcibar, Daniel Tello, Ethan Arcibar, Xavier Martinez, Ernest Martinez, Ivan Espinoza. Honorary Pallbearer will be Jocelyn Julissa Flores.
Lupita fought a long and courageous battle with breast cancer, showing unimaginable strength, faith, and grace. Even when her body grew weak, her spirit never did. In her most difficult moments, she continued to love deeply, care for others, and hold on for her family. Her strength was a reflection of the love she carried within her.
She was a mother above all else—her children were her world, her purpose, and her greatest pride. Everything she did was for them. She gave them not only what she could, but everything she had—her time, her strength, her love, and her heart.
Lupita had a beautiful soul that touched everyone she met. She never met a stranger, and her kindness knew no limits. She was always willing to help, to give, to comfort—no matter what she herself was going through. Her kindness and love left a mark on everyone who knew her.
Though our hearts are broken, we find comfort in knowing her pain has ended and her spirit is now at peace. Her love will continue to guide her family, and her memory will live on in every life she touches.
To our beautiful Mom, Momma, Ma, Sister, Gigi, Lupita:
Mom… our hearts are broken without you. There is a space in our lives that can never be filled, because you were everything to us. You were our safe place, our strength, our comfort, and our greatest blessing.
Thank you for loving us the way you did—with everything you had. You gave us your whole heart, your time, your sacrifices, and your unconditional love. You always put us first, no matter what you were going through. Even in your hardest moments, you kept fighting for us, loving us, and holding on.
We are so proud to be your children. You taught us how to be strong, how to have faith, and how to love deeply. Everything we are is because of you.
We miss you more than words can ever explain—your voice, your hugs, your smile, your presence. Life will never be the same without you, but we promise to carry you with us in everything we do. We will honor you by loving each other the way you loved us. We find peace knowing you are no longer in pain, that you are resting, and that your faith brought you home. We know you’re watching over us now, guiding us every step of the way.
Mom, we love you so much. Thank you for being the best mom, momma, ma, sister, Gigi anyone could ever ask for.
Until we see you again.
Your children and family
Lupita will be deeply missed, forever loved, and never forgotten.
Con el corazón destrozado y profunda tristeza, anunciamos el fallecimiento de Guadalupe “Lupita” González Flores, de 42 años, de Center, Texas, quien entró en el descanso eterno el sábado 14 de marzo de 2026, rodeada del amor de su familia.
El velorio se realizará a partir de las 5:00 p.m. a 8:00 p.m. el viernes 20 de marzo de 2026, en Watson & Sons Funeral Home en Center, Texas. El servicio fúnebre se celebrará a las 11:00 a.m. el sábado 21 de marzo de 2026, en la Iglesia Bautista Libertad, oficiado por el Pastor Julio Colegio. El sepelio tendrá lugar a continuación en el Oaklawn Memorial Park en Center.
Lupita nació el 1 de noviembre de 1983 en Center, Texas, hija de Javier González y María Del Rosario Morales González.
Lupita era el corazón de su familia: una esposa amorosa, una madre dedicada, una abuela orgullosa y una hermana muy querida. Le sobreviven su esposo, Samuel Flores de Center, y sus amados hijos: Ezekiel Arcibar de Center, Alex Samuel Arcibar de Center, Zaqueo Arcibar y su esposa Bryana de Tenaha, Jocelyn Julissa Flores de Center, Angel Flores de Center y Eric Flores de Center. Su preciosa nieta, Alia Marie de Tenaha, fue una de sus mayores alegrías y trajo luz a su vida; incluso en sus días más difíciles, ella disfrutaba tenerla cerca y pasar cada momento posible brindándole su amor. También le sobreviven sus hermanas: Claudia Gonzalez-Tello y su esposo Alfredo, Janeth Tello y su esposo Fausto, Ruth Gonzalez, Rosario Espinoza y su esposo Oscar; y su hermano, Javier Jesus Gonzalez; todos ellos de Center, con quienes compartió toda una vida de amor, recuerdos y lazos inquebrantables. Asimismo, le sobrevive su suegra, Guadalupe Navarrete; cuñados, Alfonso Espinoza y esposa Mercedes de Center, Gerardo Flores de Center; cuñadas, Olga Méndez y esposo Tomás de Center, Noemí Herrera y esposo Luis de México, Francisca Espinoza Bazaldua y esposo Luz Antonio de Center, Gabriela Young y esposo Tomás de Center, Paola Gómez Bazaldua y esposo Eliazid de Center.
Además, le sobreviven muchos sobrinos, primos, tías, tíos y otros familiares extendidos que la amaban profundamente.
Amigas especiales: Claudia Martinez, Debbie Almaraz, Angela Waller y Carissa Porter.
Le precedieron en la muerte sus padres, Javier Gonzalez y Maria Del Rosario Morales Gonzalez, y su suegro, Trinidad Flores.
Los portadores del féretro serán Samuel Flores, Ezekiel Arcibar, Alex Samuel Arcibar, Zaqueo Arcibar, Angel Flores, Eric Flores, Javier Jesus Gonzalez, Jose Tello, Johan Gonzalez, Aaron Tello, Juan Gonzalez, Eduardo Arcibar, Daniel Tello, Ethan Arcibar, Xavier Martinez, Ernest Martinez e Ivan Espinoza. La portadora honoraria será Jocelyn Julissa Flores.
Lupita luchó una larga y valiente batalla contra el cáncer de mama, mostrando siempre fuerza, fe y una gracia inimaginables, aun cuando su cuerpo se debilitaba, su espíritu nunca lo hizo. En sus momentos más difíciles, continuó amando profundamente, cuidando de los demás y luchando por su familia. Su fortaleza fue reflejo del amor que llevaba dentro.
Fue madre por encima de todo; sus hijos eran su mundo, su propósito y su mayor orgullo. Todo lo que hacía era por ellos. Les dio no solo lo que podía, sino todo lo que tenía: su tiempo, su fuerza, su amor y su corazón.
Lupita tenía un alma hermosa que tocó a todos los que la conocieron. Nunca hubo un extraño para ella, y su bondad no conocía límites. Siempre estuvo dispuesta a ayudar, a dar y a consolar, sin importar por lo que ella misma estuviera pasando. Su bondad y su amor dejaron una huella en todos los que la conocieron.
Aunque nuestros corazones están rotos, encontramos consuelo al saber que su dolor ha terminado y que su espíritu descansa ahora en paz. Su amor continuará guiando a su familia, y su recuerdo seguirá viviendo en cada vida que tocó.
A nuestra hermosa Mom, Momma, Ma, Sister, Gigi, Lupita:
Mom... nuestros corazones están rotos sin ti. Hay un vacío en nuestras vidas que nunca podrá llenarse, porque tú lo eras todo para nosotros. Eras nuestro refugio seguro, nuestra fortaleza, nuestro consuelo y nuestra mayor bendición.
Gracias por amarnos como lo hiciste: con todo lo que tenías. Nos entregaste todo tu corazón, tu tiempo, tus sacrificios y tu amor incondicional. Siempre nos pusiste en primer lugar, sin importar por lo que estuvieras pasando. Incluso en tus momentos más difíciles, seguiste luchando por nosotros, amándonos y resistiendo.
Estamos inmensamente orgullosos de ser tus hijos. Nos enseñaste a ser fuertes, a tener fe y a amar profundamente. Todo lo que somos es gracias a ti.
Te extrañamos más de lo que las palabras jamás podrían expresar: tu voz, tus abrazos, tu sonrisa, tu presencia. La vida nunca volverá a ser la misma sin ti, pero prometemos llevarte con nosotros en todo lo que hagamos. Te honraremos amándonos los unos a los otros tal como tú nos amaste.
Encontramos paz al saber que ya no sufres, que estás descansando y que tu fe te ha llevado a casa. Sabemos que ahora velas por nosotros, guiándonos en cada paso del camino.
Mom te amamos inmensamente. Gracias por ser la mejor mom, momma, ma, sister y Gigi que cualquiera podría desear.
Hasta que nos volvamos a ver.
Tus hijos y tu familia
Lupita será profundamente extrañada, siempre amada y nunca olvidada.
Online condolences and tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfh.com.
03/16/2026
Billy Mack Wilson was born September 27, 1944, in Joaquin, Texas, to Lillian Victoria (Jacobs) Wilson and Edgar Eugene Wilson. He passed away on March 16, 2026 in Shreveport, LA after a brief illness.
He is survived by his loving wife of 63 years, Janice Wilson of Old Center, Texas; son, Rusty Wilson and wife Marleena of Joaquin, Texas; grandchildren, Ava Wilson and Jack Wilson of Joaquin, Texas; grandson, Ty Wilson and wife Stephanie of Flat Woods, Texas, and great-grandchildren, Emma Wilson and Ellie Wilson; grandson, Trey Wilson of Nassau Bay, Texas, and his son, Greyson Wilson; brother, Edgar Wilson of Grand Cane, Louisiana; and numerous nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his son, Billy Lynn Wilson; his mother, Lillian Victoria Jacobs Wilson; and his father, Edgar Eugene Wilson.
Billy Mack worked hard and loved hard. He and Janice were married for 63 years, a testament to their commitment to a bond that God had ordained. They took their vows seriously, and their marriage stood as a shining example of faithfulness and devotion.
Early in their marriage, Billy worked as a truck driver before moving on to the oil field, first in offshore drilling, then working for various oil companies from 1980 until he was 75 years old. He was known for his work ethic and dedication to whatever job he was doing, from handling a wrench on a compressor to supervising multiple fields throughout Texas, Louisiana, Arkansas, Mississippi, and Pennsylvania.
He loved his family deeply. He was a loving father who took time to take his sons fishing, attend their sporting events, and push them to be the best they could be. He always encouraged his sons to strive for a life better than the one he had. He was a loving grandfather, first with Trey and Ty, whom he loved so deeply and enjoyed so many moments with. Later, he turned that same love and joy to Greyson, Emma, Ellie, Ava, and Jack.
Billy committed his life to the Lord Jesus Christ in the 1980s and made First Baptist Church his church home. He was faithful in leading his family to be in church and leading them to find the Lord for many years to come.
Billy loved his community and was dedicated to making sure it was safe and protected. He was proud to be part of the establishment of the Joaquin Volunteer Fire Department, from attending its first meeting in 1973 to being voted its first assistant chief. The JVFD held a special place in his heart throughout his life.
Billy loved the Joaquin Rams and the Dallas Cowboys. He was so happy to watch his Rams make the state finals last year and had been a dedicated, if occasionally disappointed, Cowboys fan for many years. He was a faithful friend to many over the years, spending many of them RV camping at various places across the region.
His hard-working attitude never left him, even to the end. He loved having a garden, raising vegetables, and keeping his yard well maintained, even owning three riding mowers to make sure it was done right. Billy will be remembered for his kindness to others and his never-quit attitude.
As he said in his last days, God had blessed him with a good life.
Funeral service will be held at 3:00 p.m., Wednesday, March 18, 2026, at First Baptist Church in Joaquin with visitation beginning at 2:00 p.m. Bro. Paul Silvey and Bro. Eugene McBride will officiate. Interment will follow at Lone Cedar Cemetery in Shelby County.
Pallbearers will be Rodney Dean, Roger Balkcom, Jeremy Boyett, Stephen Ewing, Paul Eubanks, and Mark Hodges. Honorary pallbearers will be Steve Cockrell, Mark Lawrence, and Riley McBride.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Joaquin Volunteer Fire Department, PO Box 237, Joaquin, Texas 75954.
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfh.com
03/16/2026
Our beloved husband and father, Robert “Bob” John Covington, passed away on March 14, 2026.
Memorial graveside service will be held at 10:30 a.m., Thursday, March 19, 2026, at Sand Hill Cemetery in Center.
He was born to John Elton Covington and Geraldine (Samford) Covington on September 4, 1944, in Center, Texas. He was a graduate of Center High School in 1962. He held key jobs during construction of both Toledo Bend and Sam Rayburn Reservoirs, was a mail carrier in San Augustine, and a driver for Petrolane in DeRidder before working for Frito-Lay. He retired from Frito-Lay after 30 years of being a route salesman. After retirement, he worked with his close friend and brother-in-law, Jarrell Shofner, operating a music & billiards business in Jasper, Texas.
Bob was active in the Hudson, Texas community when he resided there in the 1980s. He served as a volunteer firefighter and city council member for many years. He also served as Mayor pro-tem for a short time. He was instrumental in serving with a group of citizens to help procure a waste water management facility for the area.
In 1966, he married his beautiful wife, Marie. He was the beloved father to three daughters who loved him dearly, Angela McInnis of Nacogdoches, Cheryl Alexander of Center and Sheila Wagnon of Aledo. He was blessed with three sons-in-laws who loved him, Stephen McInnis of Nacogdoches, Dale Alexander of Center and Daniel Wagnon of Aledo. The lights of his eyes were his grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Jessica and her husband Josh Boggs of Midland, Allison McInnis of Austin, Dalton Alexander of Center, Luke and Noah Wagnon of Aledo, Jake Alexander of Center, Ellie, JD, and Charlie Boggs of Midland.
He is survived by his wife of 60 years, Marie and his sister, Tommy Shofner of Jasper. This family loved their Poppa to the moon and back!
Honorary pallbearers are his nephews, Billy and Glynn Shofner, great-nephew Bobby Shofner, his three sons-in-law, and grandsons.
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfh.com
3/12/2026
Hattie V. Scourton was born on August 19, 1944, in Timpson, Texas. She was born to the late Lawrence and Leola Wilson. On March 8, 2026, God reached down and called His faithful servant home. A woman of deep kindness and unwavering grace, she lived her life as a testament to God's love.
Visitation is from 10am until 6pm Friday, March 13, 2026 at Community Funeral Home in Timpson. Funeral service is at 11am on Saturday, March 14, 2026 at Friendship Missionary Baptist Church, BoBo, Texas. Lie in state from 10am to 11am on Saturday prior to service. Pastor Jeremy Moore and Pastor Derrick Rhodes, Eulogist. Interment is at Timpson Cemetery.
She was a woman who truly never met a stranger, greeting every new face with a genuine smile and a kind word. Her caring nature led her to a fulfilling career at Community Funeral Home, where she served her neighbors with grace and compassion. When she wasn't working, her favorite place to be was on her porch, music playing loudly in the background, surrounded by the laughter of her grandkids and dear friends.
She was peacefully reunited in Heaven with her parents, Lawrence and Leola Wilson; her beloved daughter, Ethel Marie Tipps; her brothers, Roy, Lawrence, James, and Billy Wilson; and her sisters, Lula, Lucy Mae, Bernice, Ethel Lee, and Helen Wilson.
Her love and legacy remain with her children:
Monica Scourton
Veronica Hill
Rodney Scourton
They will forever carry her spirit of hospitality and open doors.
She was the immensely proud grandmother of eleven grandchildren:
Nicky Scourton (Rhonda)
Terris Scourton (Jamela)
Jessica Berring (Dannie)
Megan Tipps
Joshua Page
Damius Scourton
Deion Scourton
Antwain Scourton
Nicholas Scourton
Lyndasia Scourton
Unique Scourton
They were the light of her life and her greatest blessing.
She also leaves behind a host of great-grandchildren, nieces, and nephews, along with cousins and a lifetime of friends she always considered family.
While we mourn her absence, we find peace knowing she is now resting in the arms of her Savior watching over us until we meet again.
Services entrusted to Community Funeral Home, Timpson, Texas.
03/12/2026
Claudie Ray “Red” Garrett, 90 of Houston, Texas, passed away Monday, March 2, 2026. Mr Garrett was born to the late Charlie Netherly and Beatrice Garrett.
Graveside services will be held on Sunday, March 15, 2026, at 11am, at Thompson Cemetery located in Shelbyville, Texas.
Mr Garrett’s survivors are:
Sons:
Milton Garrett of Houston
Michael Garrett of Houston
Alvin Garrett of Houston
Daughter, LoWanda Garrett of Houston
Brother, Charles Ray Netherly (Doris) of Center
Sister, Hattie B Horton (Greg) of Shelbyville
Services entrusted to Hicks Mortuary of Center and McDuffie Mortuary of Houston.
03/12/2026
Barbara June Hooper was born on April 14, 1945, in the Bethel Community of Logansport, Louisiana, to Louis and Rellie Creech. The youngest of four children, she grew up surrounded by the love of her parents, siblings, and grandparents, who lived on the same family land. Being the baby of the family came with all the affection and attention that shaped her gentle, spirited nature.
While attending Logansport High School, June never imagined that her heart would one day belong to a boy from across the Sabine River at rival Joaquin High School. She and Jim dated for five years and married on May 1, 1965. Last year, they celebrated sixty years of a life well-lived and well-loved together. When Jim passed away in September, she never recovered from the heartbreak. She had shared that she was ready to be with him and her family, who were in heaven waiting for her.
She grew up as an active member at Bethel United Methodist Church and later became a member of the First Methodist Church of Logansport. She enjoyed a forty-year career in banking at Farmers State Bank, where she was known for her reliability, kindness, and dedication. She also served her community as a member of the Logansport Town Council, participated in the Republican Women’ s Group, and was a proud member of the Krewe of Aquarius.
June was known for her generous spirit and her exceptional cooking, especially when it was fresh vegetables from Jim’s garden. Her happiest moments were spent on her back porch overlooking the river, a place of peace she cherished deeply. She loved animals, especially her dog and kitties. Everyone who knew her understood the most important place in her heart belonged to her son Wade. She delighted in a day of shopping, an afternoon of Mexican food and margaritas, and an evening at the casino.
On March 6th, June passed away peacefully in the loving care of her nieces, Jennifer Peters and Andrea Tatum. She was tired and had recently shared, “It is well with my soul.”
June was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, her older siblings, Lawrence Manning Creech, Nita Tatum, and Linda Ann Hughes; and her in-laws, Arnold and Annie Sue Hooper.
She is survived by:
Devoted son, Wade (Katie)
Cherished grandchildren, Cole and Sofia, whom she lovingly called her “angels”
Brother-in-law, Joe Hooper
Nieces:
Jennifer Peters
Andrea Tatum
Shannon Weir
Nephews:
Jody Hooper
Josh Hooper
Jeff Hughes
A host of other family members that called her Aunt June.
The family extends heartfelt gratitude to the staff at Garden Park Nursing and Rehabilitation and Lifepath Hospice for the compassionate care. A very special thank you to Heidi Ellis, whose loving care meant so much to June and her family.
Graveside serves will be on Saturday, March 14th at 11:00 at Wimberly Cemetery at 1766 FM 3172 Shelbyville, Texas. Her nephew, Pastor Jody Hooper will preside. Instead of flowers, donations may be made to Desoto Parish Animal Shelter, 404 Liberty Lane, Grand Cane, LA. 71032-an organization close to June’s heart.
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfh.com
03/12/2026
Johnny Dodson, 73, of Center, passed away Monday, March 9, 2026, in Nacogdoches.
Funeral service will be held at 11:00 a.m., Friday, March 13, 2026, at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center with visitation beginning at 10:00 a.m. Bro. Ruston Bush will officiate, assisted by Jordan Jackson and Dennis Crowley. Interment will follow at Good Hope Cemetery in Shelby County.
Born July 12, 1952, in Center, Johnny is the son of Jesse Dodson and Mary Agnes Thedford Dodson. Johnny loved talking about his high school athletic career, when he lettered in sports. He later coached Little League Flag Football and was a die-hard Dallas Cowboy fan. Johnny was employed with Thompson Drywall in Shreveport, and was a member of Hillcrest Baptist Church in Center.
Survived by:
Wife, Joann Dodson
Children:
Keith Askew and wife Michele
Faitha Bourn and husband Craig
Angela Cruse and husband Dewayne
David Dodson and wife Ashlen
Daughter-in-law, Charmin Dodson
Grandchildren:
Brittany Burch and partner Orrin Uptergrove
Jared Cook and partner Lindsey Graham
Macey Keen and husband Drennon
Peyton Askew
Trinnity Hutzler and husband James
James Ray and Dakota Joe
Malerie Dodson
Madison Willis and husband Cale
Presleigh Smith
Great-grandchildren:
Jasper Uptergrove
Chase Cook
Conner Cook
Ace Keen
Kye Keen
Braleigh Keen
John Riley
Madalynn and Riot James
Rowan and Banks Willis
Preceded in death by parents, Agnes and Jesse C. Dodson; sister, Jessie Dodson; brother, Tommy Dodson; sister, Mildred Vaughn; sons, Danny Joe Dodson, Dana Poole and Stepson Clint Fenton.
Pallbearers will be Jason Burch, Michael Hooks, Walter Anderson, Jerry Mark Sanford, Rodney Jackson, and Michael Henry Bush.
Honorary Pallbearers will be Jason Jackson and Josh White.
A special thank you to Baylor Hospital in Dallas for the transplant he received that gave him extra life, and the donor that saved his life. Thank you to Nacogdoches Medical Center ICU doctors and nurses for taking the best care of him in his final days.
Online condolences and tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfh.com
03/09/2026
Patricia Ruth Hand, 73, of Shelbyville, Texas, passed away peacefully on December 31, 2025, in Center, Texas. She was born on March 27, 1952. Patricia was a beacon of love and kindness in the lives of all who knew her.
A proud alumna of Stephen F. Austin State University, Patricia went on to lead a life marked by service to others. Her career spanned over 17 years at Huxley Bay Marina and was followed by a decade of dedication at Farmers State Bank. Her tireless work ethic and benevolence left a lasting legacy in her professional circles.
At home in Huxley with her beloved husband Rocky Hand, Patricia found happiness in the natural serenity of lakeside living. Her love for the great outdoors was eclipsed only by her devotion to family and friends.
Though she has departed from this earthly realm, her spirit continues to inspire those she leaves behind, including:
Her cherished husband, Rocky Hand of Shelbyville, Texas
Brother, Dr. Michael Ruth of Baton Rouge, Louisiana
Many friends and extended family that will miss her dearly.
Patricia is preceded in death by her parents.
Patricia will be remembered for her warm spirit and the deep impact she made on those around her through her kindness and dedication.
To send condolences or to sign an online register, please visit www.mangumfh.net. Mangum Funeral Home, Center, is in charge of arrangements.
03/09/2026
Joyce Marie Hendricks, 72, of Shelbyville, Texas, passed away on March 7, 2026, in Center, Texas. She was born on May 4, 1953, in Center, Texas, to the late Jack Yates and Helen (Holt) Yates.
Visitation will be held on Monday, March 9, 2026, from 5-7pm at Mangum Funeral Home, 420 San Augustine Street, Center, Texas.
Funeral services will be held at 11am on Tuesday, March 10, 2026, with Bro. Todd Jenkins and Bro. Kevin Windham officiating. Interment will follow at Strong Cemetery.
Joyce Hendricks was a beloved wife, momma, mawmaw, sister, aunt, and friend. Above all else, she was a woman whose greatest joy in life was her family. She treasured every moment spent with her children and grandchildren and filled their lives with love, laughter, and warmth.
She shared 51 wonderful years of marriage with her husband, Verbon. Together they enjoyed the simple pleasures of life from planting their garden, putting noodles out to catch fish, and watching out their living room window at the birds coming to the feeders, or riding their buggy to visit family and friends. Those quiet moments together were some of her happiest. Mawmaw enjoyed frying fish for Easter and hiding eggs for the kids to find, especially the ones with the money in them.
Her pride and joy were her children, Luke and Kim. She would always say “watcha know good?” Then would laugh about old memories from years past, new gossip, or simply catching up, she always loved hearing their voices. Kim kept her updated on the kids and everything happening in Joaquin, while Luke knew she would be calling whenever a new calf was born and enjoyed keeping her up to date with his work.
Her grandchildren were the light of her life. She shared a special bond with her first grandchild, Jackson. He would ride the bus to Mawmaw’s on Friday and stay the weekend. One of his fondest memories was sitting on the porch with her and talking while he waited for the bus on Monday morning. Jayden knew Mawmaw would always have a big batch of all-you-can-eat pancakes ready when he came in from hunting or fishing. Jaylee loved standing on the riverbank fishing with Mawmaw, while Kyleigh enjoyed telling her all about her shopping adventures and showing off what she had bought. Kayson visited Mawmaw and Pawpaw almost daily on the side-by-side to check on them and make sure she didn’t need anything. Mawmaw was always ready to do anything he asked. Kayson and Pawpaw would often make a plan for what they wanted to eat, and Kayson made sure their order was put in. Her love for her grandchildren was as big as Texas.
Joyce’s home was always filled with love and the comforting smell of something delicious cooking in the kitchen. Cooking for the people she loved was no easy tasks as everyone had their own special request. Her specialties included deer steak, dumplings, home made fries, and her famous Cool Whip cookies.
Black Friday shopping was always an adventure. This one particular year we went to Longview and over bought. Carriston told her we would make it fit, only to realize it wasn’t going to fit, she laughed and said “now what are we gonna do?” with her hands on her hip. We required reinforcement and had another vehicle brought to us. Every year after that we would always laugh and ask how many vehicles did we need to take. One of Joyce’s most memorable adventures was when Kim, Carriston, Jaylee, and Kyleigh surprised her with a girls’ trip. They told her to pack a bag and get in the car. For five hours she guessed where they were headed, and it wasn’t until they were almost to the Missouri state line that she finally realized they were going to Branson. She was so excited. From sitting front and center at the concerts, to being the Queen of the Riverboat at the captain’s table, to enjoying dinner overlooking the lake, she loved every minute of that special trip.
Joyce’s kindness, warmth, and unwavering love created memories that will live on in the hearts of all who knew her. She will be deeply missed but forever remembered for the love she gave so freely and for the strong family bonds she helped create.
She is survived by:
Husband, Verbon Hendricks
Sons:
Luke Hendricks and wife Carriston
Bryan Hendricks and wife Jordan
Daughter, Kim Cater and husband Jeff
Brothers:
Terry Yates and wife Linda
Billy Yates and wife Janet
Sister-in-law, Thelma Hendricks
Grandchildren:
Jackson Cater
Jayden Cater
Jaylee Cater
Kyleigh Hendricks
Kayson Hendricks
Brylee Hendricks and fiancé Julian Gutierrez
Bailee Leslie and husband Jacob
Kalla Hendricks
Great-granddaughter, Fletcher Leslie
Numerous nieces and nephews
Joyce is preceded in death by her parents, Jack and Helen Yates; father and mother-in-law, Luther and Connie Hendricks; brother and sister in-laws, Prentice Hendricks, L.E. Hendricks and wife Ima Hendricks.
Pallbearers serving will be Craig Hendricks, Ron Hendricks, Puncho Elliot, Ronnie Jones, Glen Jones, and Joel Jones.
Honorary pallbearers serving will be Alvis Buckley, O.L. Hendricks, Hunter Hendricks, Ashton Ryder, Seth Hendricks, Sawyer Hendricks, Jon Jones, Jared Jones, Jason Balkcom, Drake Jansen, Michael Pate Elliot, Jeremy Yates, and Brant Ranft.
To send condolences or to sign an online register, please visit www.mangumfh.net. Mangum Funeral Home, Center, is in charge of arrangements.
03/09/2026
Nancy Lynn (Parker) Pederson of Waco, passed away Thursday, March 5, 2026 at Baylor Scott & White Hillcrest in Waco.
Graveside services will be held 2:00 p.m. Tuesday, March 10, 2026 at White Rock Cemetery near Ross, with David Young officiating. Nancy will lie-in-state from 11am to 1pm Tuesday at Aderhold Funeral Home in West.
Nancy was born October 14, 1942 in Center, Texas, the daughter of Sallie (Young) and Heber C. Parker, both of whom preceded her in death. She married James Paul Pederson on April 6, 1968 in Center. They were married 57 years prior to her death. A 1960 graduate of Center High School, Nancy attended Centenary College in Shreveport, LA for two years before transferring to the University of Texas at Austin in 1962. She obtained her bachelor's degree in journalism in 1964. After graduating, Nancy worked on the women's news staff and as women's news editor at the Beaumont Enterprise and Journal from 1964 until 1969. From 1969 until 1970, she was a staff writer for the Daily Sentinel in Nacogdoches while Paul obtained his master's degree from Stephen F. Austin State University. When Nancy and Paul moved to Paris, Texas for Paul to accept a position at Paris Junior College, Nancy also began working at PJC. She was information services coordinator there from 1970 until 1987. During that time, she completed nine graduate hours toward a master's degree from East Texas State University in Commerce.
In 1987, Nancy and Paul purchased the Lake Whitney Views in Whitney and published the monthly paper until they sold it in 1999. While publishing the Views, Nancy researched and wrote the application for a Texas historical marker for the town of Whitney. In 1989 she and Paul were selected as new members of the year by the Whitney Chamber of Commerce.
Nancy began working part-time with the Central Texas Writing Project at Baylor University in 1990 and also was editor of the BU credit Union's newsletter. She obtained a full-time position as special projects assistant for the dean of the Baylor libraries in 1995 and retired from Baylor as library publications coordinator in 2005. Through the years Nancy and Paul took many enjoyable trips in their RV's. In 2010 they flew to Norway where they were excited to find some of Paul's Norwegian cousins. They also took a Norwegian Fjord cruise and spent several nights in Paris, France. Another eventful trip was an Alaskan cruise from Anchorage to Vancouver.
Nancy is preceded in death by her parents; her brother, James Perry "Jimmy" Parker; sisters-in-law, Reeta Sue Willeford and Kathryn Marie Turner; brothers-in-law, John Magnus Pederson, Sam Newt Pederson, Oliver Britton Willeford, and Robert A. Turner; nephews, John Scott Pederson and Roger Willeford; and niece, Linda Willeford.
She is survived by:
Husband, Paul Pederson
Sisters-in-law:
Bobbie Pederson
Alice Parker
Anne Mallory
Nieces and nephews:
Brandt and Lisa Parker
Ashley Parker
Lisa Marie Parker
Larry Willeford
Britta and Bruce Edwards
Suzanne and Perry Auten
Mark and Lori Turner
Matt and Evelyn Turner
Chris and Kim Turner
Sam and Sue Pederson
David and Jan Pederson
22 great-nieces and great-nephews
12 great-great nieces and great-great nephews.
Memorials may be made to the First Methodist Church in Center, Texas or the Methodist Home in Waco, TX.
You are invited to share your thoughts and memories of Nancy in our memorial guest book found at www.aderholdfh.com.
03/07/2026
William Keith Brown, 58, of Center, Texas, passed away Thursday, March 5, 2026, at his home in the Waterman community. He was first and foremost known as “Dad” to his children, later as “Super Keith” to his numerous nieces and nephews and lovingly as “Super Pop” to his grandchildren. Keith was a man with a larger-than-life personality, a generous spirit, and a heart that made people feel welcome wherever he went. To know Keith was to have a story about him — and most of those stories include laughter. He was deeply loved by his family, friends, and community.
Keith grew up in the Aiken community as the fifth of six children. Life with his siblings was full of adventure, travel, and plenty of mischief along the way. Those early years shaped the man he became and gave him a lifetime of stories and memories with his brothers and sisters.
In 1992, Keith married Beth Borders, and together they welcomed two children, Luke and Chloe. During those years they attended White Rock Missionary Baptist Church and worked to build a strong foundation for their children. Though their paths later changed, Keith remained thankful for the family they built and the memories they shared.
Keith spent most of his life working in the woods as a logger — work he truly loved. He started his logging operation in 1990 as a one-man crew, something that required determination, skill, and grit. He loved the sound of a chainsaw and the smell of fresh sawdust and took pride in providing for his family through honest, hard work. Even on weekends he could often be found on a big machine in the woods, moving timber like it was nothing. He was respected for his work and built lasting friendships with the men who worked beside him.
He also enjoyed raising cattle and took great pride in his hay meadow. Keith was the kind of man who showed up when people needed help — whether that meant pulling someone out of a ditch, loaning equipment, baling hay, or feeding cows.
Keith truly never met a stranger. When he walked into a room, people knew it. He had a natural way of drawing people in and making them feel at ease. He loved making people laugh and would do just about anything to get a good reaction or a smile. His humor, quick wit, and fearless personality made him the life of many gatherings, and people genuinely adored him.
He loved entertaining, grilling, and playing dominoes — especially a good game of 42 when he was winning. His home was always a place where family and friends were welcome, and he took pride in making sure everyone was fed, laughing, and enjoying themselves.
Keith loved the outdoors and cherished time spent deer hunting and fishing. For several years he, his son, brothers, and friends ran trotlines out of Bill’s Landing and Harvey’s Landing on Toledo Bend. They also created their own annual fishing tournament. When the fish were caught, Keith was known for frying some of the best fish around.
Many children grew up spending time at Keith’s place. From tubing in the pond, hayrides, trips to the cave, and countless gatherings, he made sure every kid who came around had fun and left with memories they still talk about today.
Keith was incredibly proud of his two children, Luke and Chloe. He loved being involved in their lives and supporting the things they were passionate about. With his natural athletic ability, he enjoyed helping coach Chloe and was proud to see her advance to the state level in track and powerlifting. Luke shared many of Keith’s interests, especially hunting, fishing, and learning to run equipment. Keith was a fun, but firm and loving parent who worked hard to teach his children the value of hard work, independence, and enjoying life.
Some of Keith’s proudest moments came when he became “Super Pop.” He loved riding Brady and Saylor on the Big Green Tractor, letting them drive him around and often pulling a trailer behind for hayrides. He adored Baron and was overjoyed to welcome sweet Scottie Mae into the family. His heart only seemed to grow with each grandchild.
Keith lived life big. He worked hard, loved deeply, and brought laughter wherever he went. He leaves behind a lifetime of stories, laughter, and memories that will continue to be shared by the many people who loved him.
Visitation will be held from 4pm to 6pm, Monday, March 9, 2026, at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center. Funeral services will be held at 10am, Tuesday, March 10, 2026, at Watson & Sons Chapel with Phil Worsham and David Fallin officiating. Interment will follow at White Rock Cemetery in Center.
Born November 18, 1967, in Nacogdoches, William was the son of Charles Dean Brown and Shirley Ruth Head Brown.
He is survived by:
Children:
Luke Brown and wife Kendall
Chloe Brown Jeffcoat and husband Ryan
Grandchildren:
Brady Brown
Baron Brown
Saylor Myers
Scottie Jeffcoat
Sisters:
Dr. Debrah Worsham and husband Phil
Karen Fallin and husband David
Brothers:
Charles Randy Brown and wife Holley
Stephen Bradley and wife Kerrie
Sister-in-law, Tina Brown
Nieces and nephews:
Chad Brown and wife Brandi
Eric Brown
Loren Clifton and husband Russell
Kristen Klein and husband Tyler
Kaitlyn Goeke
Colton Goeke and wife Lee
Sarah Gandy and husband Brian
Travis Worsham and wife Arica
Olivia Hatfield and husband Robert
Chelsey Hoffman and husband Jordan
Chas Brown
Numerous great-nieces and great-nephews
Special family, Doug Y’Barbo and wife Patti
Mother of his children, Beth Brown Livingston
Preceded in death by his parents, Charles Dean Brown and Shirley Ruth Head Brown; and brother, Richard Allan Brown.
Pallbearers will be Greg Murdock, Bruce Britt, Doug Y’Barbo, John Ward, Shad Lout, and Donnell Anthony. Honorary pallbearers will be Logan Stubblefield, Roscoe McSwain, Roscoe McSwain Jr., and Justin Klein.
Online condolences and tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfh.com
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