Obituaries

Feb 14, 2026

Jesse (JET) Earl Tucker Sr. was born February 3,1941 to the late parents J.C. and Arethel Tucker in Smith county. His demise came on February 14,2026 here in Tyler, Texas after a lengthy illness. He accepted the Lord as his Savior at an early age. He met and married his life long mate Dollie Faye McGee September 5,1959 from...

Feb 1, 2026

Lisa Jeanine Rutherford Turner, the daughter of the late Ivey Hugh Rutherford and Mattie Faye Prince Rutherford, was born July 27, 1964, in Mineola, Texas. She graduated from Hawkins High School in 1983. After graduation, Lisa continued her education at Texas Woman's University, where she became a proud member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Inc. She earned a Bachelor...

Jan 23, 2026

Mae Frances Davis was born September 10, 1949 in Magnolia, Arkansas to the parentage of Wade Dockery, Sr and Hattie Lee Williams. The oldest of six children, Mae Frances was a playful child who loved her family and helped raise her siblings. She was academically gifted and graduated with honors from John F. Kennedy High School in Dallas, TX...

Jan 19, 2026

On May 8, 1946, I became the second child born to Charlie W. Wideman and Joyce Jardon Wideman. There were three other siblings, brothers Charlie Ray, Ronald Wayne and Stevy Don. I recalled their closeness, like glue, and through thick and thin. I missed not having a sister, but I was blessed to have shared a sisterly bond with...

Jan 19, 2026

Cephus Glen Clay was born on January 10, 1964 in Tyler, Texas to John William and Juanita Clay. From the very beginning Cephus was grounded in family and guided by the love, faith, and the community that surrounded him.

Cephus accepted Jesus Christ as his Lord and Saviour at a early age at College Hill Missionary Baptist...

Jan 17, 2026

Pastor Rickey Abraham was born on November 1, 1956, to James Washington and GeorgeAnn Abraham. He was blessed not only by those who gave him life, but also by those who helped shape it—he was lovingly raised by Arzzie (Buddy) and Sally Watkins, who poured into him through care, guidance, and strength that would remain evident throughout his life....

Jan 13, 2026

Pricilla Tennyson-Bowie was born December 5, 1957 to the late I.V. Tennyson and Hattie Mayfield- Tennyson. She grew up in the small town of Lindale, Texas and graduated in 1976 from John Tyler High School. She later married her handsome love by the name of Earnest "Candyman" Bowie. They were married for over 48 years. To this union three...

Jan 6, 2026

Willola Webb, born in Indianapolis, Indiana, entered into the presence of her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on January 6, 2026. One of four children, she was raised in a loving household grounded in faith and humility. Her quiet strength and gentle spirit were hallmarks of her character, leaving a lasting impression on all who knew her.

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Jan 5, 2026

Jimmy T. Jimerson was born on May 2. 1954 to Jett Jimerson and Dorothy Clay. He was a life long resident of Tyler, Texas.

Jimmy worked at Trane for 17 Years.

Jimmy was a member of Houston Temple COGIC.

Jimmy was preceded in death by his parents Jett Jimerson & Dorothy Clay, and...

Jan 1, 2026

Florine Stoglin Butler was born on May 22, 1951, to the late Katherine Ray Stoglin and Theodore Broughton. She received her formal education in the Troup Public School system and proudly graduated in 1969.

On January 19, 1970, she was united in marriage to Lessie Wagoner Jr. From this union were born two sons, Derrick Tyrone and...

Dec 31, 2025

Robert Howard Willis, 5r., 97 was born on January 12, 1928, in DeBerry, Texas, to the union of Ollie Beechum Willis and Leamon Willis. He was the second oldest of twelve children. In 1934, the family relocated to Smith County, Texas, where Robert would spend much of his life.

Robert enjoyed hunting, fishing, farming, baseball and playing...

Dec 29, 2025

Marilyn Joyce Rollins was born on January 25, 1955 the fourth of eight children to the parentage of Mattie V. Kennibrew and Thomas Lee Smith. She received her education from Tyler ISD in Tyler, Texas and went on to receive her nursing degree from Tyler Junior College and UT Tyler. She worked at Trinity Mother Francis Hospital in Tyler,...

Dec 29, 2025

Kelvin Warren was born August 26, 1965 to Rudolph Warren and Thelma Browning Warren. At an early age he attended Bethel Temple COGIC and as an adult he attended People's Missionary Baptist Church He graduated from John Tyler High School in 1983, and attended Tyler Jr. College.

Kelvin started his work career at Kelley Springfield Tire Companyas...

Dec 27, 2025

Aubrey Lezell Square, Sr was born August 5, 1939 as the eldest child of four to Austin Square, Jr. and Georgia Johnson Square in Tyler, Texas. He became a member of El Bethel Baptist Church at an early age. Lezell graduated from Arp High School. He retired from Eastman Kodak after 30 plus years of service.

Lezell...

Dec 18, 2025

Leonard Owens was born on November 9th 1931 in Bullard, Cherokee County Texas to the parentage of Freddie Guy  "Sugar" Owens & Johnnie Albright Owens. Leonard was the first born of six children. He resided his entire life in Bullard.  He departed this life on December 18th, 2025. His early education was received at Mt. Nevelton School in Bullard.  ...

Dec 15, 2025

Her Life Journey

Valarie had a deep passion for creativity and family. She loved writing poetry, singing, sewing, and decorating. Inspired by a dream to become a designer and even to model in the mid-80s, Valarie ultimately chose to dedicate herself to raising her children.

She was a proud graduate of Dunbar High...

Dec 7, 2025

Early on Sunday morning, December 7, 2025, Patrick Dewayne Bowie flew away from us and the cares of this world. Patrick was born January 21, 1975 to Lanchester and Lois Bowie in Tyler, Texas, the middle son of three boys. He attended the former John Tyler High School, graduating in 1993, and later he attended Tyler Junior College and...

Dec 6, 2025

The Life of Barbara Cox Parker

Evangelist, Singer, Song Writer, Actress, Director, Comedian, Author, Producer, Recording Artist, Radio/TV Host, Publisher Company Owner, Educator, Wife, Mother, Sister, Daughter, Aunt, and Friend. Barbara Ann Cox Parker, the 13 th child, as she often affectionately proclaimed, was born to Frank and Cozetta Cox in the small town of...

Dec 5, 2025

Roger Lynn Bailey was born in Tyler, TX May 31, 1956, to the late James and Eldoris Taylor- Bailey. He was the fourth of seven children.

As a youth, Roger attended Pine Hill Baptist Church and later served at Fellowship Missionary Baptist Church under the leadership of his father, Rev. James F. Bailey.

Roger attended...

Dec 1, 2025

Oleatha Faye Broughton was born December 28, 1938 to the late Jamison and Annie. She was a graduate of Emmett Scott High School. She attended Texas College and a Professional Nursing School.

Mrs. Broughton was a retired Licensed Vocational Nurse, a member of Miles Chapel C.M.E Church, and champion bowler.

Mrs. Broughton United in Holy...