Obituaries

Oct 12, 2024

Anthony Charles Coleman, born January 22, 1969, in Fort Worth, Texas, to the late Alzora Coleman Faucette and Haywood Faucette, passed away peacefully on October 12, 2024. Anthony accepted Christ at an early age and became a dedicated member of the Rising Star Church of God in Christ, Fort Worth, Texas.

A proud graduate of Greene B....

Sep 30, 2024

Major Leon Harris was born on January 17, 1935 to Lemit Harris and Maggie Lee Carter Harris in Minden, Louisiana.

Major was united in Holy Matrimony on December 28, 1998 to Betty Conner.

He was preceded in death by his brother George Harris and son Melvin Handbur.

Major leaves to cherish memories, loving...

Sep 15, 2024

Brenda Gail Juwari was born November 30, 1955, in Longview, TX. To Mr. Jerry McGee and Christine Merrill. She is the eldest of seven brothers and sisters. She received her formal education in the Gladewater Public School District and graduated from Brownsboro High School in 1975. After high school, she moved to Tyler, TX. She became a certified nurse...

Sep 1, 2024

Freddie Lee Hughes was born July 13 th , 1939 in St. Louis, Missouri. He was the first of six children born to Fred and Geneva Hughes-Cason. Both parents, grandparents, 2 brothers:Willard Cason and Arthur Cason; 1 sister Dorothy Cason Reeves preceded him death.

At an early age, Freddie confessed his faith in...

Aug 25, 2024

Effie Jean Cooks Cofer was born on February 9, 1944, to the late Elbert and Jewell Hampton Cooks.

She attended Jackson Elementary, T.J. Austin Elementary and graduated from Emmett J. Scott High School class of 1964.

Effie Jean gave her life to the Lord in her youth, while living in Chicago, Illinois for many years,...

Aug 16, 2024

Charles Edward Dews, Jr. was born September 4, 1968, in Tyler, TX to the late Charles E. Dews and the late Bessie L. Guster Dews. He attended Tyler Public Schools, and he worked in the food service industry. Charles joined New Holland Baptist Church at an early age.

He was proceeded in death by his parents and...

Aug 4, 2024

Colby Ballinger was born on February 11, 1991 in Tyler, TX and went to be with the lord on August 4,2024. He graduated from Robert E Lee High School in 2009 and was also a member of the Red Raider Football team. He attended Tyler Junior College and majored in Physical Therapy. He joined Greater Hopewell Baptist Church at...

Aug 3, 2024

Reflection of Life: Ova was born to Stephen Browning, Sr and Beatrice Scott Browning on September 14, 1941.

Married Cleve Henderson Forward, Sr on March 27, 1961, to this union four children were born. Graduate of Emmett School High School – Class of 1960. Joined College Hill Baptist Church in 1952 under the pastorage of Reverend Clayton ...

Jul 30, 2024

Lady Tabbotha McGee was born October 27, 1969, to parents Clarence Bailey and Sammie Doll Johnson.

She attended Tyler ISD public schools graduating from John Tyler High School #8 of over 500 graduates in the class of 1988. This enabled her to earn a full academic scholarship to UT Austin. Tabbotha was not only an academic scholar,...

Jul 30, 2024

James L WIlliams Jr. also known as Moochie was born January 20,1949 to the Union of James and Doris Williams Sr in Smith County.

James accepted christ at an early age and was a member, president of the male chorus and chairman of the deacon board at Greater Hopewell Baptist Church.

On March 11,1972, James...

Jul 26, 2024

Eric Andrea Crawford was born on November 13, 1971, in Tyler, Texas to the parents of Mary Louise Crawford and Johnny Lee Jr. Eric was a 1991 graduate of John Tyler High School. He lettered in basketball. After graduation he went on to further his education at Ranger Junior College where he played basketball.

Eric had many...

Jul 3, 2024

Almeda Parks Parker was born May 6,1933 to Edgar Parks and Pearl Walker Parks in Tyler, Smith County,Texas. Mrs. Parker departed this life July 3,2024.

Almeda attended Carver School and Dixie School. At an early age she united with College Hill MIssionary Baptist Church. She was active in the Women's Mission until her health began to fail....

Jun 23, 2024

T.O. was born September 2, 1949, to the late Clarence and Lois Murphy. T.O. was one of eight children, he attended Chapel Hill, where he graduated in 1969. He was later drafted to the United States Army, where he served his country for 10 years. After his discharge from the service, he worked for Carrier for over 30 years,...

Jun 23, 2024

Patsy Asberry was born to Lee & Bessie Asberry on March 3, 1940.  She was the oldest daughter.  She was reared by Henry and Georgia Taylor her aunt and uncle.  Patsy grew up in Palestine, Texas.  She attended Banks elementary School, Lincoln Jr. High and graduated from A.M. Story High School.  She later attended Southern College of Medical Technology...

Jun 1, 2024

Michael Don Givens entered this life on November 23, 1952 to Lena Pugh Givens and Thomas Jefferson Givens II. He was 2 of 7 and would prove to be the self-proclaimed "Boss" of the siblings. A very eloquently spoken individual Michael began and completed his education with in the TISD school system. Mike took pride in being a member...

May 18, 2024

Mr. Russell was born in Tyler, Tx on September 8, 1945 to Robert and Mercedes Isabell. He united with Jackson Springhill Baptist Church where he was baptized at an early age. He attended Tyler public schools, graduating from Emmett J. Scott High School in 1964. Russell joined the army after graduation where he served 3 years. He then moved...

May 13, 2024

Jessie Marie Davis was born April 6, 1936, in Tralake, MS to the late Robert June Davis & Mattie Peterson.  She was the second oldest of seven siblings. She attended grade school in Tralake, MS later going on to complete Cosmetology College. Ms. Jessie united with the church at an early age.

After...

May 13, 2024

Elder Freddie L. Butler was born on January 20, 1949, in Palestine, Texas, to the parentage of Sam "Big S" Butler, Sr., and Elizabeth "Liz" Butler. He was the second of nine children and affectionately nicknamed "Chip" by his grandmother, due to his inability to cut woodchips for the wood heater.

He completed his education in the...

May 9, 2024

Alice Faye passed away on May 9, 2024, in Dallas, TX, at the age of 93.

She was born to Alvin Jones and Louisa Goodman on August 6, 1931, in White Wright, TX. Alice Faye attended Whitewright Elementary School and Fred Douglas High School. She later pursued her education at UT Nursing School and became a Registered...

May 8, 2024

Jeanell, known by her family and loved ones as "Jean", was born July 7, 1942, in Tyler, Texas to late Will Square and Lucille Spencer Square. She departed this earthly life on May 8, 2024. Jeanell attended Douglas Elementary School, Jackson High School, and Arp High School,graduating in 1960. She continued her education at Texas College.

Jeanell...