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Obituaries
Local obituaries for Smith County, Gregg County, Cherokee County, Henderson County, Burnet County, Bowie County and Dallas County in the state of Texas.
Eli Edward Bowman
May 3, 2021
Mr. Eli Edward Bowman was born to the late Mr. Roy Lee Bowman and Mrs. Clytie Mae Massey Bowman on June 16, 1954 in Athens, Texas. He attended and graduated from Athens High School. Mr. Bowman was employed by the City of Athens. He was preceded in death by his parents. Mr. Bowman leaves to cherish his memories two...
Maria Victoria Valle
Apr 28, 2021
Born 6/16/1969
Mother: Maria Carmen Rojas
Husband: Carlos Valle, Sr.
Daughters: Corina Bautista, Anayeli Valle, Nereyda Patino, Maricxa Mora, Ricarda Valle
Son:Carlos Valle, Jr.
5 granddaughters and 1 grandson
Venard Owens
Apr 27, 2021
Venard Owens was born on October 14, 1933 in Bullard, TX to Guy "Sugar" Owens and Johnnie Albright Owens and was a lifelong resident of Tyler TX. He gained his wings on April 27, 2021 at The Hospice of East Texas. Venard attended school at Stanton High School. He began his employment at Tyler Pipe and later retired from...
Billy Ray Donnell
Apr 26, 2021
Billy Ray Donnell was born March 15,1966 to Riggen Donnell,Sr. and Fannie Mae Thompson Donnell.
He attended local schools and was a 1985 graduate of John Tyler High School.
After relocating to Dallas, Billy worked as a machine operator for Waste Management Corporation.
Billy loved sports and was an avid Dallas Cowboys fan....
Roosevelt Mckellar,Jr.
Apr 23, 2021
Roosevelt McKellar Jr. affectionately known as "Sonny" was born April 9, 1942 in Bullard,Texas as the 10th beloved child of the late Roosevelt, Sr. and Luella McKellar.
He was a proud graduate of Stanton High School and an even more proud member of the United States Army where he served 16 years.
After receiving an...
James Edward Dews, Jr.
Apr 23, 2021
The man that we loved so much, James Edward Dews, Jr., was born on May 4, 1966 at Rusk Memorial Hospital in Rusk, Texas to the Late James Edward Dews, Sr. and Ruthie Scott Dews. He united with Mount Elem Baptist Church at an early age. He was a graduate of Whitehouse High School where he participated in...
Doris Battle Young
Apr 22, 2021
Doris Battles Young affectionately known to many as " Baby " was born to Mr. Jack Battles and Ms. Maggie Reese on April 7, 1928 in Tyler, Texas. She departed this life on April 21, 2021.
Doris received her education in the Tyler Independent School District. She worked tirelessly at...
Violet Hackett
Apr 13, 2021
Violet Perry Hackett was born September 18, 1936 to Cleo and Velma Perry in Fairfield, Texas. She attended school there and was a graduate of Dogan High School. After moving to Tyler, she attended Texas College for her formal education. She received her nursing certificate at Tyler Chest & TB Hospital (formally University of Texas Health Science...
Darrell O'Keith Ray, Sr.
Apr 13, 2021
Darrell O' Keith Ray Sr. was born on Tuesday August 25, 1964 to the late Eddie Lee Ray Jr. and Emma J. Jackson in Gilmer,TX. Most know him as "short dog", or "Big Darrell". He grew up running up and down the streets of Gilmer and the Nawf -side of Tyler on 31 st street and Carter Boulevard. He...
Sharon Lee Guster
Apr 5, 2021
Sharon L. Guster was born on March 12, 1949 to Jimmy L. and Luvera Washington Guster in Tyler, Texas. At an early age she joined the New Holland Baptist Church. There she taught Sunday school, and was Mission Vice President. She was also a member of the choir and served on the kitchen committee. She remained faithful until God...
Roosevelt Petty, Sr.
Apr 2, 2021
Roosevelt Petty, Sr. was born March 8, 1931 in Smith County, TX. , the son of John Petty and Purthina Jackson. He married Lois Marie Price Petty on May 14, 1954. He was a member of New Zion Baptist Church, Winona, TX.
He was preceded in death by his parents, his wife of...
Mark Conner
Mar 29, 2021
Mr. Mark Carroll Conner was born on August 14, 1961 to James C. Conner, Sr. and Martha Thompson Conner in Tyler, TX. He was a member of the North Tennaha Church of Christ. He attended the Tyler Independent School District, Tyler Junior College, and University of California Los Angeles (UCLA). He was a BMW (Black Man Working). He worked...
Kali Malia Harris
Mar 28, 2021
Kali Malia Harris joined us on earth March 10, 2021.Kali entered earth like a quiet storm full life but made great impact to those she came into contact with directly and indirectly. She had the keen ability to feel the presence of those interacting with her and she also had her own special way of communicating and interacting...
Jimmie Swan
Mar 23, 2021
The sun rose on April 7, 1942, when Jimmie Swan was born to his loving parents, Burl Swan Sr. and Onnie Mae Swan, in Hot Springs Arkansas.
He attended Langston High School and enlisted into the United States Marine Corp in 1961. While in the Marines he was awarded the Rifle Sharpshooter Badge, Pistol Marksman's Badge, and...
Arnita Faye Horne
Mar 22, 2021
Arnita Faye Horne was born March 6, 1951 to Louis and Juanita Jefferson in Monroe, LA.
Arnita joined church at an early age, uniting with Little Flower Catholic Church of Monroe, LA.
Arnita graduated from Richwood High School in 1969. She went on to further her education by receiving several certifications, LPC, BSW, & MSW...
Devoria Caraway Jackson
Mar 16, 2021
Time to Be Born: Sis. Devoria L. Caraway was born in Tyler, Texas to the late Mr. Zimiari and Sis. Janie Caraway.
Education: Graduated from Emmett J. Scott in 1956; Bachelor of Science in Nursing - Prairie View A&M University; Master of Science - East Texas State University.
Career: ...
Regina Gail Goodwyn, M.D.
Mar 16, 2021
Devoted Wife, Mother and Physician
Dr. Goodwyn arrived in this world in Tyler, Texas on November 1, 1958 and departed on March 16, 2021 at her home in Allen, Tx. A tireless advocate for the inherent value of a solid education, Dr. Goodwyn demanded nothing less than academic excellence of herself and always tried to instill the...
Rosie Lee Walker
Mar 13, 2021
Rosie Lee Walker was born August 10, 1956 to Mr. Charles Walker and Rosie Mae Stiggers Walker in Greenville, Texas. She attended elementary and secondary school in Garland, Texas.
Rosie was preceded in death by her father, Charles Walker.
Left to cherish her memories are:Â Her mother Mrs. Rosie Mae Williams; Son Keith Walker (April)...
Vidalia Avellaneda
Mar 7, 2021
Vidalia Avellaneda nacida en Mexico el 7 de Augosto de 1990 y fallecio el 7 de Marzo del 2021.
Deja como sobrevivientes a sus padres Ruben Avellaneda & Brigida Orozco Avellaneda, 2 hijas Aiylia Espinoza & Aime Espinoza, y 3 hermanos Esteban Avellaneda, Nahum Avellaneda, Kevin Avellaneda.
Sera recordada como una persona de gran corazon...
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