Obituaries

Jan 16, 2024

On November 29, 1971 in Texarkana, Texas Tyrone Davis Brown was born to the late James Davis Brown, and Lena Jane Bagsby - Brown. Tyrone was the 9th child of 11 born to this union.

At an early age, Tyrone attended and excepted Christ as his Lord and Savior at Oak Ridge Baptist Church in DeKalb, Texas....

Jan 6, 2024

Jesus " Jesse" Rivera was born in Gonzalez,Texas on February 11,1963. He passed peacefully at his home on January 6th,2024 at the age of 60.

He was an avid pool player, who had many different hobbies which included fishing,spending time outdoors and playing cards with his family. Jesse was a loving father , a caring friend who...

Jan 2, 2024

Helen Choice was the 4th child born to the late Robert and Lenora Phillips Choice on November 4, 1930. She attended Waters Bluff Community School and Winona Public School District. She joined Waters Bluff C.M.E. Church at an early age.

She united in matrimony to C.B. Roberts at an early age. Later, she relocated and lived in ...

Dec 30, 2023

We lovingly remember Pearlie Jean Rider, a devoted Christian and a beacon of love and faith in her community. Born on March 5, 1954, in Centerville, Texas, to the late Grover and Hattie Mae Williams, Pearlie was the treasured middle child with her elder brother, the late Joe Ray Williams, and her younger sister, Gloria Fae Williams.

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Dec 23, 2023

Pearl Elizabeth Houston Turner was born November 17, 1932 in Tyler, TX, the beloved daughter of Sam D. and Susie Gower Houston. She was educated in the Tyler Public School system, and graduated from Emmett J. Scott High School in 1948. She furthered her studies at Prairie View A&M University, earning both a bachelor's degree in music and a...

Dec 22, 2023

Camron Jerell Hawkins was born April 17, 1990 in Mt. Pleasant, TX to Frankie Layne and Sherleen Hawkins.

He was raised in Pittsburg, TX until the age of six, then he moved to Tyler, TX where he attended Birdwell Elementary, Dogan Middle School,and John Tyler High School.

Hawk was the youngest of four...

Dec 21, 2023

Jessica K. Rodgers was born into the parentage of Andrew M. Jenkins and Kenyetta Jenkins, and biological father David Rodgers on March 1, 1989, in Chicago, Illinois.

Jessica accepted Christ into her life at a very young age where she served alongside her family for many years at Bible Way Family Baptist Church and most recently rededicated...

Dec 9, 2023

As I think about my daughter there are so many memories that flood my mind. It all started on Wednesday, March 27, 1963 in Cleveland, Mississippi when the doctor told me, congratulations it's a girl. Toni Jamarian entered this world and begin to make her mark on life! Embodied in my precious baby were gifts that would flourish throughout...

Dec 8, 2023

Mary Lou Burton, 77, was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend.  She was born on October 17, 1946 in Rusk County to Mary Ann and Clarence Blanton. She grew up in Laneville, Texas and attended Allen High School.  She then attended Prairie A&M University and received her Associates Degree.  She worked for UT Health...

Dec 3, 2023

James Earl Warren was born to Fado and Lessie B. Warren on June 22, 1947 in Tyler, Texas.

James was a dedicated patriot who served his country with unwavering commitment. He leaves behind a legacy of honor, service, and love that will be cherished by all who knew him.

James embarked on a remarkable journey...

Nov 30, 2023

Ruth Ella Harris was born January 30, 1949, in Tyler, TX to Arthur Joe and Luella Taylor. Ruth was the eldest daughter of four siblings. Ruth attended Emmett J. Scott High School, graduating in 1967. Ruth was a member of the Thespian Society and the Dance Club. Ruth was employed at Texas College, and she also worked for Dr....

Nov 23, 2023

Our dear Mother Eva Jewel Bennett sadly passed away after a long and full life (94 years old) on November 23,2023. She was born to Benjamin and Thelma Hughes in Tyler,Texas on July 20,1929.

Eva attended Tyler Independent School District and Emmett Scott High School. She went on to further her education by...

Nov 20, 2023

Rev. Henry Quitman Dickerson was born July 12, 1949 in Mira, Louisiana to Dorothy Larry. He and his sister, Eliza, were adopted by Rev. Quitman Dickerson and Edna Rowe-Dickerson. Rev. Dickerson and his sister spent their formative years in Douglasville, TX, and were members of the Gum Springs C.M.E. Church. He graduated from Douglas High school and went on...

Nov 10, 2023

Demarcus, "Marky" Ross was born in Tyler, Texas to Charles E.Ross, Sr. and Lillie Walton. He attended Tyler ISD school - A.W. Orr Elementary, Boulter Middle School, and graduated from John Tyler High School in 1997.

He loved working with youth. For more than 20 years he worked with young boys and girls from all walks of...

Nov 7, 2023

Tonya was born on August 17,1961 to Madison and Jeroldean Hull in Tyler, Texas. She was the fifth of six children. She accepted Christ at an early age at Mt.Calvary Baptist Church where she remained until her departure. She attended Tyler Public School.

Tonya was married to Robert Gamble, this union resulted in one daughter who passed...

Nov 3, 2023

Miss Lawanda Joyce Tucker was born on May 16,1960 in Tyler, Texas to the parentage of Jessie and Dollie Tucker.

She was baptized at a early age at Mount Calvary in Athens, Texas. She later moved her membership to College Hill Baptist Church in Tyler, Texas. She had a loving heart and was loved by many.

Oct 24, 2023

On October 24,2023 Gwen left us to be with the Lord. She was born on November 16,1957 to the late BC & Louise R. Cobb. She attended Leverett Chapel Schools, then went on to Tyler Junior College before becoming an employee of Tyler ISD. She dedicated 32 years of service at Bonner Elementary School where she touched the lives...

Oct 20, 2023

Mr. Randal S. Ford was born March 18, 1970, in Tyler,Texas to Ralph Ford, and Erline Walker. He moved to Oakwood,Georgia and return to Tyler, Tx in 2019.

He departed this life on Friday, October 20,2023 in Tyler. He was preceded in death by his parents.He leaves to mourn his passing, son, Xavier Ford and 2 daughters...

Oct 18, 2023

Warnell Hudson Jr. was born to Warnell Hudson Sr. and Dorothy Hudson on August 7, 1960. He attended West Rusk School in New London, graduating class of 1977-1978. He was a member of West View Church of Christ in Kilgore, Tx. Warnell worked as a mechanic for over 30 years.

On June 19, 1992 he was untied...

Oct 10, 2023

Ms. Marilynn Mayfield Jones was born December 26, 1953, in Tyler, Texas to Willie E. Mayfield and Helen Warren Mayfield who proceeded her in death.

She accepted Christ at an early age at St. Violet Baptist Church where she served in her youth.  She later moved to Kansas where she joined in membership with Lenexa Christian Center....