Obituaries

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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: ...

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...

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:  Her mother Mrs. Rosie Mae Williams; Son Keith Walker (April)...

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...

Mar 5, 2021

Linda Joyce Biggs was born April 16, 1952 in Tyler, Texas to the late Simmie Biggs and Magnolia Biggs. She graduated from Emmett J. Scott in 1970. She furthered her education at the Tyler Commercial College after high school. She began her career at General Electric in 1976 where she remained faithfully employed until her retirement after 36 years...

Feb 28, 2021

Loving Wife, Mother, Sister, Aunt, Grandmother, and Friend

Marjorie Towels Walker, known to most as "Rita" was born to the late Welton Towels and Mae Ella Morgan Towels of Flint. Tx.

Marjorie began her educational journey at Stanton Elementary School and continued through the Stanton Indian program until graduating in 1961. Her educational journey continued...

Feb 21, 2021

Bertha L. Coats was born to Archie Raibon and Beatrice Brooks Raibon January 17, 1928. She attended school in Tyler, Tx. She spoke both English and Spanish.

She departed this life on February 21, 2021 at the age of 93. Both parents preceded her in death, her husband Vernon Coats Sr., daughter Paula Chatman, brother...

Feb 17, 2021

Pending

Feb 16, 2021

Celestina Martinez nacida en Mexico el 19 de Mayo de 1930 y fallecio el 16 de Febrero del 2021.

Ella fue precedida en muerte por sus padres Norberto Martinez, Flora Hernandez y sus 3 hijos Paulino Cornejo, Sotero Cornejo, Arturo Cornejo.

Deja como sobrevivientes a sus 4 hijas Elena Saucedo, Tomasa Cornejo, Zenaida...

Feb 13, 2021

Mrs. Shirley Raye Biggs McKellar aka "Candy," was born on April 1, 1945, in Tyler, TX, and was a lifelong resident of Smith County. She was a proud, Class of 1963, graduate of Emmett Scott High School, and attended Texas College. She became a member of North Star Missionary Baptist Church at a young age; and joined People's...

Feb 10, 2021

Born September 10, 1969 in Tyler, Texas, Byron Loquin was the oldest of 3 children born to Burness Warren and Gracie Ray Warren.  His father, 5grandparents, 3 aunts, and 1 Uncle preceded him in death.

Byron accepted Christ at an early age uniting with True Light Baptist Church, Tyler, TX and later with Mt. Rose Baptist Church...

Feb 9, 2021

Life Reflections

Herman Warren was born under the parentage of Herman Warren and Gladys Freeman, July 18, 1952 in Lindale, Texas. At the age of 4, his step father, H.T. Freeman took on the role as a father after his father died.

Herman attended and graduated from Lindale School, and attended TJC, lacking 12 hours...

Feb 2, 2021

On October 9, 1957, a daughter was born to RJ and Wanda Tillman. Her name was Valeta Marlene Tillman Pettigrew . She graduated from Troup High School in May of 1976. She then went on to attend Texas State Technical College in Waco, TX where she received an Associate Degree in Drafting and Design Technology in 1978. She...