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Sharon Jean Lilly - October 23, 1953 - April 13, 2022

Departed: 04/13/2022 (Timpson)

Obituary Preview: Sharon Jean Frasier Lilly , 68, of Timpson, Texas, passed away on April 13, 2022, in Timpson, Texas. She was born on October 23, 1953, in Port Arthur, Texas, to the late Theos and Nellie (Smith) Frasier. Graveside service will be held at 10:00 am on Saturday, April 16, 2022, at Pleasant Grove Cemetery in Timpson, Texas, officiated by Bro. Mike Calloway.

A visitation will be held from 5:00 to 7:00 pm on Friday, April 15, 2022, at Taylor Funeral Home in Timpson, Texas.

Sharon loved spending time with family, the outdoors camping and fishing as well as the beach. She also enjoyed growing vegetables and canning food for people. One of her favorite things to do was read.

Sharon is survived by her loving husband, Danny Lilly; daughter, Samantha Halstead and husband, John; sons, Clint Lilly and wife, Heather, Greg Lanier and wife, Geni; sisters, Sandra Breaux, and Cindy Montana; grandchildren, Logan Nix, Chloe Nix, Devon LeBlanc and wife, Makala, Rylan Halstead, Madison Halstead, Rylee Lilly, Bailee Lilly, Chase Lilly and wife, Kristen, Azariah Peuster, and Ciera Lanier; great-grandchildren, Kaden Lilly, Harper Lilly, Haevyn Lilly, and Auburn LeBlanc.

She is preceded in death by her parents, Theos and Nellie Smith Frasier; brothers, Doug Frasier, Ferral Frasier, and Larry Frasier.

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Thomas Huey Busby - March 18, 1939 - April 11, 2022

Departed: 04/11/2022 (Timpson)

Obituary Preview: Graveside services for Thomas Huey Busby, 83, of Tomball, will be held at 2:00 PM on April 18, 2022, at Woodlawn Cemetery with Bro. Levi Cohst officiating.

Mr. Busby passed away on April 11, 2022, in Tomball. He was born on March 18, 1939, in Tuscaloosa, Alabama.

A full obituary will be posted as soon as it becomes available.

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Harvey Albert Tipton - August 23, 1936 - April 10, 2022

Departed: 04/10/2022 (Timpson)

Obituary Preview: Harvey Albert Tipton, 85, of Timpson, Texas, passed away on April 10, 2022, in Timpson, Texas. He was born on August 23, 1936, in Staley, Texas, to the late Harvey and Clara (Capers) Tipton. Funeral service will be held at 2:00 pm on Friday, April 15, 2022, at First Baptist Church of Timpson, Texas, officiated by Bro. Jay Capers and Josh Tipton. Interment will follow at Corinth Cemetery, Timpson, Texas.

A visitation will be held prior to the service from 1:00 to 2:00 pm at First Baptist Church of Timpson, Texas.

Survivors of Harvey Albert Tipton who went to Heaven on April 10, 2022….. Beth Bush Tipton Robert Shannon and Donna Pate Tipton Dondi Dirk and Donna Ford Tipton Joshua Adam and Lindsey Jones Tipton Devin Scott and Gina Baker Tipton April Dawn Tipton Cook Jody Danielle and Dr. Nathan Templeton Matthew Garrett and Tasha Benz McClain Dustee Blayn and Tyler Jackson Benny Tipton Mercy Tipton and Roy Hernandez Harvey Albert Tipton II Hayden, Hunter, Ryder, Brylee, Jaycee, Levi, Reagan, Zack, Mallie, Baylan, Mackenzie, Tucker, Xevadaih, Cayden, Eastyn, Asher, Beau Keith and Saundra Bush Brownlow Angela Davis Bush Thomas M. and Annette George Bush Ronnie J. and Joyce Whitten Wolfe Dorothy Tidwell Capers Mary Capers Pridgen Jay and Charlene Capers Becky Capers

And a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.

Born August 23, 1936 in San Jacinto County, Texas to Clara Capers Tipton and Harvey Tipton who precedes him in death.  Also preceding him in death is son, Martin Craig Tipton; step mother, Zora Johnson Regian Tipton; and step father, Henry Maurice (Paul) Nettles.

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Leatha Juanita Adams - September 16, 1939 - April 08, 2022

Departed: 04/08/2022 (Timpson)

Obituary Preview: Leatha Juanita Adams, 82, of Granbury, Texas, passed away on April 8, 2022, in Granbury, Texas. She was born on September 16, 1939, in Corsicana, Texas, to the late Loarnette and Pauline (Ashcraft) Moore. Funeral service will be held at 2:00 pm on Monday, April 11, 2022, at Timpson Missionary Baptist Church, officiated by Bro. Levi Cohorst. Interment will follow at Woodlawn Cemetery, Timpson, Texas.

A visitation will be held prior to the service from 10:00 to 11:30 am at Timpson Missionary Baptist Church, Timpson, Texas.

Leatha Juanita went to walk the golden streets of Heaven on April 8, 2022, in Granbury, Texas. She was born September 16,1939 in Corisicana, Texas to Larnette Moore and Pauline Ashcraft Moore. She was one of 4 children.

She married Ray Grooms in 1957 in Ft. Worth, Texas. They had 2 children; Paula Jean and Johnny Michael. She divorced Ray in 1960 and married Carlos Jerry Adams 1961. She inherited 2 children Wanda Mae and Gary Lee. Jerry and Leatha went on to have 2 other children, Jerry David and Rodney Lemon.

While living in Ft. Worth she was a part of a square-dancing group. She loved to go bowling. Her and Jerry loved to travel on his plane. She became a member of the Eastern Star. She worked for the city of Ft. Worth for 20 years where she retired.

They moved to Timpson, Texas. Where she was still an avid member of the Eastern Star. She was a very active member of the Timpson Missionary Baptist Church.

She was not one to sit still, so in her young 60s she went to work for the Cobb lumber company. She retired again when they decided to close the business.

She loved to work outside, teach the granddaughters to crochet, make all types of dresses and be busy outside mowing.

She is survived by her daughter, Paula Jean Grooms of Granbury, Texas. Son, Johnny Michael Grooms of Ft. Worth, Texas. Wanda Mae Hibbler of Belton, Texas. Sister, Patricia Aldalco of Jacksboro, Texas. 16 grandchildren and 10 great grandchildren. Many nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by both of her parents, Larnette and Pauline Moore. Her sister Paulmaneal Brock. Her brother, Doyle Wayne Moore. Her husband Jerry Adams. Her three sons, Gary Lee Adams, Rodney Leman Adams, and Jerry David Adams.

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Elroy Bert Coan - July 02, 1940 - February 19, 2022

Departed: 02/19/2022 (Timpson)

Obituary Preview: Elroy Bert Coan, 81, of Timpson, Texas, passed away on February 19, 2022, in Garrison, Texas. He was born on July 2, 1940, in Timpson, Texas, to the late Elroy Bert and Vella Sue (Neill) Coan. Funeral service will be held at 11:00 am on Wednesday, February 23, 2022, at First Baptist Church of Timpson officiated by Bro. Dee Daniels. Interment will follow at Woodlawn Cemetery, Timpson, Texas.

A visitation will be held prior to the service from 10:00 to 11:00 am at First Baptist Church of Timpson.

Bert was born on July 2, 1940, in Timpson, Texas to Bert and Vella Sue Neill Coan. He was raised in Pasadena, Texas. He attended and graduated from Pasadena High School where he was quite the athlete.  He was awarded several titles during this time, including being a part of the All-State Football team, voted into the Texas High School Hall of Fame, Pasadena Athletic Hall of Fame and gained the title of State Champion in track in 1957.  Bert then attended Texas Christian University and eventually The University of Kansas.  Bert’s ultimate dream of being a player in Professional Football came true when he entered into the draft and was chosen by the San Diego Chargers.  He remained with them for one season and then joined the Kansas City Chiefs where he played until he retired in 1970. Bert played in the first ever Super Bowl at the end of the 1967 season. During this honorable time in his life, he became the husband of an outstanding woman.  Dora was his best friend and most loyal supporter.  He loved her with his entire being.  After his retirement, he supported their family by working in Spring, Texas as a concrete salesman for Parker Brothers, Pioneer Concrete and Campbell Concrete.  In 2005, Bert returned to East Texas where his family had always called home.  He loved being in Timpson and has spent the past 16 years making great memories during his retirement years.

Bert is survived by his daughter, Kaylee Burkhardt and husband, Joe; son, Bert Coan and wife, Rita; granddaughters, Lee Ann Lusk and husband, Derek and Kelsi Jacob and great grandson, Kolt Elroy Ganze; cousin, Joanne Edwards; nieces and nephews, Rhett Coan and wife, Janet, Dana Coan Rogers, Steve Andries, Tina Andries, Davy Stephens, Randy Stephens and wife, Mona, Scott Stephens and wife, Michelle, Beth Lofton and husband, Ryan. He is also survived by numerous beloved great nieces and nephews and great-great nieces and nephews.

He is preceded in death by his beloved wife, Dora Lee; parents, Bert and Vella Sue Coan and a brother, Stanley Everett Coan.

Serving as pallbearers will be Davy Stephens, Randy Stephens, Scott Stephens, Ryan Lofton, Derek Lusk and Billy Lusk.

Honorary pallbearers include Bobby Ply, John Hadl, Bob Duffin, Roger Taylor, Charlie Rhodes, Steve Andries and Mickey Walker.

Bert’s family would like to extend a special thanks to the staff at Garrison Nursing Home.  The care provided to their beloved Bert was beyond extraordinary and they have all become like family to each other.

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Jimmy Dane Samford - April 24, 1941 - February 16, 2022

Departed: 02/16/2022 (Timpson)

Obituary Preview: Jimmy Samford, 80, of Timpson, Texas, passed away on February 16, 2022, in Nacogdoches, Texas. He was born on April 24, 1941, in Center, Texas, to the late W.J. and Rachel (Vaught) Samford. A memorial service will be held at a later date.

Jimmy served in the US Army for 4 years.  He retired at Spec 5. He had hard duty. He was stationed in Hawaii, and he won many awards for his shooting skills.

He loved hunting, fishing, and camping. But most of all, he loved Jesus with all his heart and stood by his convictions.  He was an expert woodsman.  At 80, he could work circles around younger men.  He could do it all and do it well.  Now he is pouring down the rain.

Jimmy is survived by his loving wife of 55 years, Judith Hunter Samford; son, Joseph Daniel Samford; brothers, JW Samford and wife, Jacqueline, Mac Samford and wife, Sharon; sister, Kay Sanders and husband, Ray; numerous grand and great-grandchildren; best buds, Jon-Jacob Samford, Garrett Ammons, Mark Fincher, and Jeannie Rhodes. He is preceded in death by his parents, W.J. and Rachel Vaught Samford; brother, Troyce Glendon Samford; sister, Ada Mac Samford; son, Jerry Dane Samford; and loving mother-in-law, Adelle Rodgers Hunter

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June Francine Blackerby - June 10, 1946 - February 16, 2022

Departed: 02/16/2022 (Timpson)

Obituary Preview: June Blackerby, 75, of Gary, Texas, passed away on February 16, 2022, in Gary, Texas. She was born on June 10, 1946, in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, to the late Carl and Hester Turner. A Celebration of Life service will be held at 2:00 pm on Saturday, February 26, 2022, at Carthage Missionary Baptist Church.

June was a very loving and kind person.  She loved her family with all she had.  She enjoyed spending time with her family and taking care of her grandchildren.  June was a great cook and really enjoyed cooking for her family.  She will always be remembered for her world-famous cheeseburgers she cooked out at the lake.  She also loved to watch Elvis movies.  She is probably dancing in heaven with Elvis now.  June will be greatly missed by her family and friends.

June is survived by her children, Jada Depenbrock and husband, Rod, Ron Blackerby, and Sheley Clifton and husband, David; sister, Ruby Martin; brother, Gene Turner; 20 grandchildren; and 2 great-grandchildren.

She is preceded in death by her parents, Carl and Hester Turner; 6 brothers and sisters.

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Jo Ann Gary - November 16, 1932 - February 11, 2022

Departed: 02/11/2022 (Timpson)

Obituary Preview: Jo Ann Gary, 89, of Timpson, Texas, passed away on February 11, 2022, in Conroe, Texas. She was born on November 16, 1932, in Panola County, to the late Jim Richard and Odessa (Burks) Keating. Funeral service will be held at 1:00 pm, Saturday, February 19, 2022 at Timpson Missionary Baptist Church with Bro. Levi Cohorst officiating. Interment will follow at Timpson Missionary Baptist Church Cemetery.

A visitation will be held prior to the service at 12:00 pm, Saturday, February 19, 2022, at Timpson Missionary Baptist Church.

A view into Jo Ann and who she was must include the fact that she was an avid reader – making some favorite places to visit libraries and bookstores.

She was an excellent cook and showed her love by planning her meals consisting of each family member’s favorites.  Specialties of hers were homemade biscuits, dressing, fresh peach cobbler and coconut cake.  She would read recipe books like they were novels.  After living in a small town, another one of her thrills was to go down the aisles of a large grocery store checking out all the choices, especially the spices.

At Christmas, she enjoyed spending time with her grand, great-grand and great-great-grandchildren while they laughed, talked, and treasured their time together.  She never forgot to share the true meaning of Christmas and the fact that God loves us before a single present was ever opened in her home.

Another favorite of Jo Ann’s was challenging her memory by listening to Jeopardy and Wheel of Fortune – she excelled at both.  We would kid her that her name could have been Alexa because every time we needed a date, a spelling, a fact or a definition, we asked her, and she was able to be our “memory”.

Jo Ann had a beautiful laugh that went on and on until she and everyone around her were in tears.  Everyone was always welcome at Jo Ann’s house anytime for coffee, Sunday lunch, or even an overnight stay.

The very best description of Jo Ann is that she was a perfect example of a strong Christian lady.  This could be seen in her well-worn Bible, her regular attendance at church and bible study, and her habit of sending beautiful birthday cards to loved ones with meaningful handwritten bible verses to guide her friends and family along their way. Lastly, she was everyone’s Grannie – as a friend of her granddaughter stated so well:

“Someone I love very much went to be with Jesus last night.

When I looked at you, I never saw a wrinkle, though I’m sure you did.

I never saw a pound you gained or lost, though I’m sure you did.

I never say your fault, though I’m sure you did.

All I ever saw when I looked at you was love. Thank you. Grannie, for loving me like you did, always!”

Jo Ann is survived by her sister, Nette Els; her children, Kathy Richard, Barbara Crouch and husband, Melvin, Richard Gary and wife, Sherry, Mark Gary and wife, Nancy; her grandchildren, Amanda George, Sean Crouch, Zachary Richard, Heather Bryan, Krystal Zwerneman, Toni Goss, Katie Kelley, Travis Gary; and her 13 ½ great-grandchildren; and a great-great-grandchild.

Jo Ann was preceded in death by Mervin Gary, her beloved husband of 64 years, and 3 sisters and 4 brothers.

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Sharon Elizabeth Darby - February 23, 1967 - February 07, 2022

Departed: 02/07/2022 (Timpson)

Obituary Preview: Sharon Welch Darby, 54, of Timpson, Texas, passed away on February 7, 2022, in Center, Texas. She was born on February 23, 1967, in Charleston, West Virginia, to Mitchell Clayton and Shirley Welch. A memorial service will be held at a later date.

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Linval Allen Johnson - April 29, 1937 - February 06, 2022

Departed: 02/06/2022 (Timpson)

Obituary Preview: Linval Allen Johnson, 84, of Carthage, Texas, passed away on February 6, 2022, in Tyler, Texas. He was born on April 29, 1937, in Gary, Texas, to the late Burtis and Virgie Johnson. Graveside service will be 3:00 pm on Saturday, February 12, 2022, at Corinth Cemetery, Timpson, Texas with Bro. Mark Manning officiating.

Allen was born and raised in Gary/Timpson area.  He was married to the love of his life, Peggy, on December 29, 1972.  They were married for 49 years at the time of his passing.  Allen loved watching westerns and wrestling with his grandchildren.  He also enjoyed watching boxing matches.  Allen was a member of Carthage Missionary Baptist Church.  He loved his family with all that he was.  He will be greatly missed by all who knew him.

Allen is survived by his loving wife, Peggy Johnson; son, James Ray Johnson; daughter, Wendy Johnson Gibbs; brothers, Larry Johnson, Lester Johnson and wife, Virginia; sister, Nelda Stephens; grandchildren, Heaven Henson, Haleigh Hodge and boyfriend, Fernando Garcia, Bailey Hodge, Bradi Jo Briery, Isabella Faith Briery, Kendall Henson, Brooklynn Hodge, and Gabriel Garcia; and numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins.

He is preceded in death by his parents, Burtis and Virgie Johnson; brothers, MB Johnson, Laverl Johnson, Richard Johnson, LeLand Johnson, and Cleon Johnson; and 2 great-grandchildren babies.

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Sherry Frazier - June 01, 1942 - February 01, 2022

Departed: 02/01/2022 (Timpson)

Obituary Preview: Sherry Churchman Frazier, 79, of Timpson, Texas, passed away on February 1, 2022, in Nacogdoches, Texas. She was born on June 1, 1942, in Timpson, Texas, to the late Guy and Eva (Kelsey) Churchman. Funeral service will be 12:00 pm on Sunday, February 6, 2022 at Taylor Funeral Home, Timpson, Texas. Interment will follow at Woodlawn Cemetery.

A visitation will be held from 10:00 am to 12:00 pm on Sunday, February 6, 2022, at Taylor Funeral Home prior to the service.

Sherry was born and raised in the Wedgeworth Community, going to school there until the rural schools went to Timpson. Growing up on Saturday nights, the Churchman sisters could be heard singing on the radio, they would also sing at church and funerals when requested.  She attended church at Highway Tabernacle and Corinth Baptist Church.  She kept on singing her specials for as long as she was able.  In the summer of ’58 she met the love of her life, Billy Bob, who tagged her with the nickname “His East Texas Pine Knot.” The summer of ’59 they were married on the family farm.  They started their family and had three kids; Robert, Ben, and Linda.  Sherry had careers from making screens to sewing robes for Sears and Roebuck, working in the public from selling fish, gas to hamburgers.  She was known by many names Sherry Ruth, Mama, Gee, Granny Sherry, and Yah Yah, the greatest of all was caregiver she served so many in the most difficult seasons of their lives, the phone rang and she went with love and a willing heart.  She loved to cook, go camping, playing 42, and skipbo.  Some of her favorite sayings were “Happy Tears”, “Love you more”, and “Boo, I gotcha you.”  To say she will be truly missed doesn’t even come close… 84 will never be the same without her.

Sherry is survived by her children, Robert Frazier, Ben Frazier, and Lind Todd and her husband, Joseph; grandchildren, Jacob Todd and wife, Leigh, Lyndsay Williamson and husband, Jordan, Samuel Todd, Chris Hollnagel, Kelly Frazier, Kelsey Frazier, and Thomas Frazier; 16 great-grandchildren; numerous nephews and nieces; and special “second daughter”, Donna Cargill.

She is preceded in death by her parents, Guy and Eva (Kelsey) Churchman; 6 brothers and sisters; her husband, Bill Frazier; daughter-in-law, Tammy Frazier; grandson, Dustin Hollnagel; granddaughter, Samantha Jo Frazier; and special friends, Lee and Pearlene Castleberry.

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Billy Peveto - July 06, 1953 - January 12, 2022

Departed: 01/12/2022 (Timpson)

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Ada Louise Essery - June 13, 1932 - January 11, 2022

Departed: 01/11/2022 (Timpson)

Obituary Preview: Ada Louise Essery, 89, of Timpson, Texas, passed away on January 11, 2022, in Garland, Texas. She was born on June 13, 1932, in Center, Texas, to the late George Elzie and Susie Anna (Cotton) Hendricks. A graveside service will be held at 3:00 pm on Saturday, January 15, 2022 at Corinth Cemetery in Timpson, Texas, officiated by Bro. Carroll Jones.

Ada was the sweetest most generous and loving wife, mother, and granny and was loved by all that knew her. Ada was married to Billy Joe Essery on July 18, 1953.  She was a good Christian woman and was a member of Corinth Baptist Church.

Ada is survived by her son, David W. Essery and wife, Sherry; daughter, Diana J. Essery; grandchildren, J.C. Creel and wife, Emily, Kristin McAdams, and Joshua D. Essery and wife, Lindsay; great-grandchildren, Shay Lynn Creel, Noah Benjamin Essery, Ethan Isaiah Essery, and Emma Jean Essery.

She is preceded in death by her parents, George and Susie Hendricks; her loving husband, B.J. Essery; and daughter, Donna L. McAdams.

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Larry Crawford - January 03, 1943 - January 09, 2022

Departed: 01/09/2022 (Timpson)

Obituary Preview: Larry Crawford, 79, of Timpson, Texas, passed away on January 9, 2022, in Lufkin, Texas. He was born on January 3, 1943, in Carthage, Texas, to the late Royce and Joella (Hull) Crawford. Graveside service will be held at 11:00 am Wednesday, January 12, 2022, at Mt. Olive Cemetery, Timpson, Texas with Orval Miller officiating.

Larry was the unofficial “Mayor” of the Stockman Community.  He loved his community and all who resided there.  Larry worked as a lineman for South Western Bell for 31 years before retirement. He loved his wife and sons and spent his life making sure they were taken care of.  Larry was happy to spend his days outside riding around on his John Deere tractor and taking care of his garden. Larry would watch the same old Western movies over and over again. He also loved to ride the backroads with his friends and just live the country life. He will be greatly missed by his family and friends.

Larry is survived by his loving wife, Pat Crawford; sons, Christopher Lee Crawford, and William Zachary Crawford and wife, Pamela; brother, John Alan Crawford; grandchildren, Graycie, Carrington, Stella, and Willow Crawford.

He is preceded in death by his parents, Royce and Joella (Hull) Crawford.

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Jerry Dane Samford - July 01, 1959 - January 09, 2022

Departed: 01/09/2022 (Timpson)

Obituary Preview: Jerry Dane Samford, 62, of Timpson, Texas, passed away on January 9, 2022, in Timpson, Texas. He was born on July 1, 1959, in Carthage, Texas, to Jimmy Samford and Lola Lanell Hendricks. A memorial service will be held at a 2:00 pm on Saturday, January 22, 2022 at Mt. Olive Baptist Church.

Jerry Dane loved his family with all his heart.  He enjoyed raising chickens.  Jerry Dane rode in many trail rides when he was younger.  He graduated to Harleys later in his life.  He was known for giving you a hard time but he will be greatly missed by all who knew him.

Jerry Dane is survived by his parents, Jimmy Samford and Lola Lanell Beckham; stepfather, Jerry “Butch” Beckham; son, Jeremy Samford; daughters, Marissa Samford and Jamie Hughes and husband, Tyson; brother, Cody Beckham and wife, Ashley; sisters, Toska Vaughn and Shawna Walker and husband, Kenny; grandchildren, Kailyn Anderson, Emma Hughes, Addy Hughes, Livy Hughes, Caden Traylor, and Colby Samford.

He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Travis and Ola Mae Hendricks and WJ and Rachel Samford.

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Geraldine "Jeri" Dean - February 27, 1940 - January 05, 2022

Departed: 01/05/2022 (Timpson)

Obituary Preview: Geraldine “Jeri” Dean, 81, of Timpson, Texas, passed away on January 5, 2022, in Garrison, Texas. She was born on February 27, 1940, in Nacogdoches, Texas, to the late Matt and Vera (Kerr) Mercer. Funeral service will be held at 11:00 am Friday, January 7, 2022, at Taylor Funeral Home, Timpson, Texas with Orval Miller officiating. Interment will follow at Bethel Cemetery, Appleby, Tx.

A visitation will be held from 5:00 pm till 7:00 pm Thursday, January 6, 2022, at Taylor Funeral Home, Timpson, Texas.

Jeri was born and raised in East Texas.  She owned a café in Timpson for a time.  Jeri was also an EMT for 28 years.  She worked for many years until her retirement as a phlebotomist for local nursing homes. Jeri loved to watch the hummingbirds as they fought over the nectar. She was happy outdoors. Jeri enjoyed working in her flower beds and prided herself on how beautiful she kept them. She will be missed by all who knew her.

Jeri is survived by her sons, Robbie Lee Strahan and wife, Jerrie, Don Wayne Strahan and wife, Sherri, and Kevin Lynn Strahan and wife, Terri; grandchilren, Jessica, Mallory, Karlie, Krissie, and Dustin; great-grandchildren, Averie, Emma, Landrie, Noah, Shyanne, Beckham, Sage, and Marley.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Matt and Vera Mercer; husband, Cecil Dean, Sr.; brother, JT Mercer; and sister, Margaret Hornbuckle.

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Dorothy May MacLean - November 09, 1923 - December 27, 2021

Departed: 12/27/2021 (Timpson)

Obituary Preview: Dorothy May Schuhmann Hooper MacLean left this earthly world on December 27, 2021, but memories of her remain to be treasured by generations of loved ones. A family viewing will be held at Taylor Funeral Home, 511 Ross Graves Drive, Timpson Texas on Monday, January 3, 2022 from 9-9:30am. Friends are invited to join the family at 9:30, with the funeral being conducted at the same location beginning at 10am. Graveside services will follow at New Prospect Cemetery, FM 1645, Timpson, Texas. Born on November 9, 1923, in La Grange, Texas to Monroe Henry Emil and Clara Laura Dippel Schuhmann, Dorothy grew up speaking German in the Fayette County farming community where her family settled in 1853. One of ten children, she was thrust into adulthood responsibilities before her eleventh birthday due to her mother’s death in childbirth. Nicknamed “Sissy” as a child and now the oldest daughter still at home, Dorothy became the primary caregiver for her siblings until her father remarried in 1936 to Alma Schroeder. Four years later in 1940, at the age of sixteen, Dorothy fell in love with and married tall, broad[1]shouldered Hilton Hooper from Shelby County, Texas. The handsome East Texan and the pretty, auburn-haired fräulein made a stunning couple. Together, they were magic on the dance floor — and there must have been some magic elsewhere, as well, because their marriage was blessed with four children. Priscilla Ann, the eldest, was born in 1941, followed by Fred Hilton in 1945, Robert George in 1946, and Cynthia Jo in 1954. Caring for her husband and children brought Dorothy great joy. Whether cooking, sewing, gardening, or cleaning, she did it with all her heart because it was for her family. She also took pride in her work outside of the home. After completing cosmetology classes in the mid-1950s, Dorothy worked for several years as a beautician in Pasadena, Texas. With her newfound skills, she could finally achieve the curly hair she had always wanted! Dorothy and Hilton’s marriage ended with his untimely death in 1968 from a work-related accident. Faced with the task of supporting herself and their youngest child, Cynthia, Dorothy courageously enrolled in secretarial training and found employment in Center, Texas with a local savings and loan association. Her warm smile, quick wit, and caring nature endeared her to customers young and old. Her many friends from Center and Timpson were sad to see her move to Nacogdoches in 1977 to serve as dorm mother to the 150 Stephen F. Austin State University students residing in Gibbs Hall. Dorothy enjoyed mothering “her girls,” as she called them, but after much encouragement from her family, she decided to retire and move to San Antonio to live closer to Priscilla, her eldest daughter, and Priscilla’s husband, Jimmy, now deceased. Dorothy’s youngest son, Bobby, was a key enabler of this move because he purchased the home for her where she initially resided. It was in San Antonio that she met Colonel Norman A. MacLean, a retired Air Force pilot and nearby neighbor. In 1980, Dorothy and Norm married, but unfortunately tragedy struck again. In 1983, after only a few short years of marriage, Norm succumbed to cancer. She was alone once more, but still strong, still resilient. For the next 26 years, Dorothy continued to reside in the Castle Hills Forest home she shared with Norm, enjoying the company of beloved neighbors and hosting frequent family gatherings. In 2009, she decided she wanted to spend her remaining years in East Texas. With her children’s full support, she relocated one more time to Cushing, Texas, establishing a home on land owned by her eldest son, Fred, and his wife, Joyce. This arrangement gave her the ability to preserve daily independence, while assuring nearby assistance whenever needed. During those years, nothing gave her more pleasure than morning coffee shared with her son, Fred. While her physical health began to decline, her mental acuity was as sharp as ever. She dearly loved phone calls and visits from friends and family. She was proud to still be driving in her 90s and was most reluctant to surrender her driver’s license at 95. She still found great joy in life and in her strong faith. However, in 2015, tragedy returned. Perhaps the greatest sorrow Dorothy endured during her lifetime was the much too soon death of her youngest son, Bobby, to cancer. She continued to mourn his passing for the rest of her life and would have been bereft without his weekly Sunday calls, except Bobby’s wife, Kathy, lovingly continued the Sunday tradition up until the time Dorothy could no longer talk on the phone. With the passage of years and continued loss of mobility, balance, and hearing, it was soon evident that it was time to make assisted living arrangements. This determination was not made lightly, and for once in her life, it was not Dorothy’s decision. In late 2020, she moved to Magnolia Court in Nacogdoches, Texas and then in 2021, when even more care was needed, she chose her final residence, Garrison Nursing Home in Garrison, Texas. The family is deeply thankful for the loving care provided to Dorothy by both Magnolia Court and Garrison Nursing Home. The staff at Garrison was particularly supportive during the final few months of her life, when Dorothy faced the loss of a beloved granddaughter, Kimberly, in September to COVID, and her own bout with the debilitating virus in December. As Dorothy is welcomed by her heavenly Father, we remember her legacy and honor her for the way she lived her life: • Strong-willed…some might say stubborn • Unafraid of hard work; fiercely independent • No one ever left her home hungry • Happiest surrounded by her family, but dancing was a close second • Loving mother and grandmother • Devoted wife, daughter, sister, aunt, friend • Proud matriarch of a family that spans six generations and includes four children, thirteen grandchildren, thirty great-grandchildren, nineteen great-great grands, and two great-great-great grands • Faithful servant of Jesus Christ, her Lord and savior

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Mary Jane Hairgrove - May 07, 1954 - December 23, 2021

Departed: 12/23/2021 (Timpson)

Obituary Preview: Mary Jane Hairgrove, 67, of Tenaha, Texas, passed away on December 23, 2021, in Center, Texas. She was born on May 7, 1954, in Houston, Texas, to the late Doug and Ethelene (Pender) Coogler. Funeral service will be held at 11:00 am Monday, December 27, 2021 at Mt. Olive Baptist Church, Timpson, Texas with Bro. Fred Wilcox officiating. Interment will follow at Mt. Olive Baptist Church Cemetery, Timpson, Tx. A visitation will be held from 10:00 am till 11:00 am Monday, December 27, 2021, at Mt. Olive Baptist Church, Timpson, Texas.

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Edward Lynn Tyer - October 24, 1939 - December 12, 2021

Departed: 12/12/2021 (Timpson)

Obituary Preview: Edward Lynn Tyer, 82, of Spring, Texas, passed away on December 12, 2021, in Spring, Texas. He was born on October 24, 1939, in Timpson, Texas, to the late Eugene Debbs and Lottie Estelle (Rhodes) Tyer. Funeral service will be held at 2:00 pm Thursday, December 16, 2021, at Taylor Funeral Home, Timpson, Texas. Interment will follow at Woodlawn Cemetery, Timpson, Tx.

Edward was a dedicated man who worked for the same company for over 40 years.  He worked loyally for Century-Diamonds as their CPA for many years and was rewarded by an easy retired life.  Edward loved to play golf and even built golf clubs for a time.  He also had the patience to build clocks and make stained glass artworks. Edward was a man of many talents.  He had a love for cars and motorcycles as well.  Edward was loved by many and will be greatly missed.

Edward is survived by his sons, Greg Tyer and wife, Henrietta, and Gary Tyer and wife, Sarah; stepsons, Craig Spencer and wife, Loris, and Eric Spencer and wife, Arlene; sister, Janice Epperson; grandchildren, Kyle Delk, Johnny Lamb, Alexas Lamb, Dylan Tyer, Destiny Galaviz, Venessa Galaviz, Guadalupe Galaviz, and Noelle Spencer; and 5 great-grandchildren.

He is preceded in death by his parents, Eugene, and Lottie (Rhodes) Tyer; his wife, Judy Lynn Tyer; and sister, Paula Jean Philen.

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Martha Pearl Sparks - September 19, 1936 - November 24, 2021

Departed: 11/24/2021 (Timpson)

Obituary Preview: Martha Sparks, 85, of Timpson, Texas, passed away on November 24, 2021, in Nacogdoches, Texas. She was born on September 19, 1936, in Jacksonville, Texas, to the late Vadis H. and Ethel F. Hoover. Funeral service will be held at 2:00 pm Sunday, November 28, 2021 at Taylor Funeral Home, Timpson, Texas. Interment will follow at County Line Cemetery, Timpson area. A visitation will be held from 5:00 to 7:00 pm on Saturday, November 27, 2021 at Taylor Funeral Home.

Martha loved to take care of people. She made a career out of doing that very thing as a nurse. Martha cared for her patients greatly. She hurt when they hurt. She was very good at what she did. She carried that caring attitude with her in her daily life. Martha loved her family and friends and always made sure they were taken care of. Martha loved quilting, country TV and especially loved taking trips to Branson, Missouri. Out of everything, though, she loved spending time with her children and grandchildren. She will be greatly missed by all who knew her.

Martha is survived by her sons, David Sparks and wife, Liz, Tommy Sparks and wife, Tammy, Howard Sparks and wife, Peggy, and Johnny Sparks and wife, Priscilla; daughter, Julie Tatom and husband, Wade; grandchildren, Joshua Sparks and wife, Andrea, Matthew Sparks and wife, Amberly, Justin Tatom and wife, Stephanie, Candus Martha Tatom, Kimberlee Gaona and husband, Lupe, Jason Sparks and wife, Zenita, Billy Lusk and wife, Natalie, Derek Lusk and wife, Lee Ann, Bradley Lusk and wife, Emily, Lance Sparks and wife, Ashleigh, and Turner Julian Sparks and wife, Rebecca; and 19 great-grandchildren; numerous nieces, nephews, and other family and friends; and she also leaves behind her beloved cat, MA.

She is preceded in death by her parents, Vadis H. and Ethel F. Hoover; husband, Turner Sparks; infant daughter, Teresa Sparks; brother, Robert Hoover; sisters-in-law, Sue Hoover and Francis Hoover; and numerous other family and friends that she cared for.

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Annie Davis - April 30, 1940 - November 16, 2021

Departed: 11/16/2021 (Timpson)

Obituary Preview: Annie Davis, 81, of Timpson, Texas, passed away on November 16, 2021, Nacogdoches, Texas. She was born on April 30, 1940, in Timpson, Texas, to the late Brewer Thornton and Annie Lewis Thornton. Graveside service will be held at 11 am Monday, November 22, 2021 at Timpson Missionary Baptist Cemetery.

Annie Lue “Geggs” Davis was born in Timpson, Texas on April the 30th, 1940, and died in Nacogdoches, Texas on November 16th, 2021.

Ann graduated from Timpson high school in 1958, becoming a nurse’s aide in various locations and later on becoming a site safety officer for Becon.  In 1989 she married the love of her life, Bill Davis.  The couple went on many adventures together across the United States and laid their roots in Timpson, Texas. Ann had many hobbies including family genealogy, gardening, and many kinds of needle work. Her biggest passion was family. From the binders full of family history records, to the annual “Davis Family Reunion”, she loved and cherished each and every one here today. But don’t let the sweet face fool you, Ann was a bundle of spunk and sass.

Ann Davis was preceded in death by her parents, B.C. Thornton, and Leonard and Annie Davis. Her brothers, James F. Davis and Leonard T. “Bubba/Pete” Davis. Her husband, Bill Davis, as well as her bonus daughter, nieces, and nephews.

Ann is survived by her sister, Mary Stevens and husband, John; 2 bonus sons, Billy Davis and Glenn Davis and wife, Pam Davis; bonus daughter Debbie Gray; 11 grandchildren; 30 great-grandchildren; 3 great-great-grandchildren; along with friends and numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins. Don’t forget her four-legged friend, Buddy.

Although our hearts are filled with sorrow, let us remember the happy moments. All of the smiles and laughs shared. She is back again with her best friend, bantering, laughing, and dancing the days away. May her spirit lie within us all, for she will forever be our lily and Chantilly lace.

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John Prycer Eakin - July 09, 1938 - November 05, 2021

Departed: 11/05/2021 (Timpson)

Obituary Preview: Funeral services for John Prycer Eakin will be Wednesday, November 10, 2021 at 11:00 am at Taylor Funeral Home in Timpson, Texas followed by a graveside service at Corinth Cemetery. A visitation service will be held prior to the funeral at 10:00 am on Wednesday, November 10, 2021. John Prycer was born on July 9, 1938 to John Herbert and Margaret (Prycer) Eakin and passed away on November 5, 2021 in Lufkin, Texas where he resided for over 50 years.

JP proudly served in the U.S. Army for two years and two days. The only test he claimed to have passed while in the Army, an “isolation tolerance exam” sent him to Thule, Greenland for a lonely and frigid ten months and seventeen days. He loathed cold weather and swore he would never be cold again, and as far we know, he never was.

He retired from the papermill in 1999 after 29 dedicated years of employment. Members of our household were trained to leave the phone unanswered after 10 pm on his days off so he couldn’t be summoned to work. Unfortunately, there were a couple of slip ups.

Dad had quite a way with words, and I wish I had copied down all of his signature quotes. “I’ll be a blue- nosed gopher,” or “Jesus jumping catfish” were popular in moments of disbelief. If something took too long he’d often remark “Bob was a calf, but now he’s a full grown bull”. Perhaps a favorite when referencing to the confused, “He doesn’t know if he’s scratching his clock or winding his b****”.

He was a die hard Dallas Cowboys fan and faithfully wore his cap commemorating their five Super Bowl wins regardless of the success of the current season. Dad loved bass fishing, camping, and riding motorcycles with Troy and I when we were growing up. Many childhood memories were spent camping in a blue tent, fishing in the wee morning hours, and feasting on a “jungle lunch”.

His greatest accomplishment, though, was watching his four grandchildren grow up. He felt great pride in each of their achievements and found every visit to be a priceless memory. He has instilled a deep love in all of his children and grandchildren; something that will go far beyond his earthly passing. While there is a hole in all of our hearts, one has been filled in Heaven.

John is survived by his son, Troy Eakin; daughter, Holly Wills and husband, James; ex-spouse, Bonnie Corley Eakin; grandchildren, John Taylor Eakin, Hannah Corely Eakin, Anna Sauer and husband, Kyle, and Abby Wills; great-grandchildren, Sadie Grace Eakin and Madison James Sauer; brothers, Tony Eakin and wife, Maureen, and Gregory Eakin; sisters, Becky Simmons and husband, John Earl, Janeice Carrington, and Monica Packard and husband, Brad; and a host of family that will miss him greatly.

He is preceded in death by his parents, John Herbert and Margaret Prycer Eakin.

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Dick Francis McGary, Jr. - August 19, 1944 - October 17, 2021

Departed: 10/17/2021 (Timpson)

Obituary Preview: Dick McGary, Jr., 77, of Hornbeck, Louisiana, passed away on October 17, 2021, surrounded by family, in Center, Texas. He was born on August 19, 1944, in Houston, Texas, to the late Dick and Ethel (Springfield) McGary. A memorial service honoring the life of Dick McGary, Jr. will be held at McGary Homestead at a future date to be determined by the family.

Dick gave his heart to God in 1983 and served God for the rest of his days.  He was a lover of history, documentaries, music, and playing guitar.  He had a green thumb and always had the most lush and beautiful yards.  Dick grew up in Baytown, Texas and after graduation joined the Navy where he faithfully served his country.  His dedication and love for his country continued even after his years of service.

Dick is survived by his son, Scott McGary and wife Holly McGary; daughters, Stacey Brandon and husband Curt Brandon, and Jennifer Harris and husband Sid Harris; brother, William Erwin McGary, and sister, Pattie Ann McGary; grandchildren, Cameron McGary, Roxanne Brandon Lewis, Jaci Chambers, Ralston Brandon, Megan Harris, Bris Brandon, Jack Harris; and great-granddaughter, Amelia Lorraine Lewis plus a host of loved ones and numerous friends that felt like family.

He was preceded in death by the love of his life for 29 years, his wife, Cathie Sue Ponder McGary; mother, Ethel Morine Springfield McGary, and father, Dick Francis McGary.

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Cody Arlan Pate - February 26, 1984 - October 03, 2021

Departed: 10/03/2021 (Timpson)

Obituary Preview: Cody Pate, 37, of Timpson, Texas, passed away on October 3, 2021, in Houston, Texas. He was born on February 26, 1984, in Nacogdoches, Texas, to Jeff Pate and Cindy Jones. Funeral service will be held at 1:00pm on Friday, October 8, 2021, at Taylor Funeral Home in Timpson, Texas officiated by Carl Barrett. Interment will follow Pleasant Grove Cemetery in Timpson, Texas.

A visitation will be held from 6:00 to 8:00pm on Thursday, October 7, 2021, at Taylor Funeral Home in Timpson, Texas.

Cody attended High School in Timpson, Texas.  While in High School he received numerous medals for track.  He was known in his school days as “White Lightning”.  Cody loved music and played the drums and guitar.  He loved all different types of music.  Cody played drums in church for a time. Everything Cody tried; he was good at.  Cody was known as a clown and loved to make people laugh.  He would do anything, including pranks, just to get a laugh out of people. Cody was very outgoing and never met a stranger.  You definitely knew if he liked you and you for sure knew if he didn’t.  Cody had a heart of gold and would do anything for anyone who needed him.  He had the biggest heart and loved big.  Cody loved his family and spending time with them.  His greatest pride and joy were his children, Kaden and Brileigh.  He loved them with all his heart and soul.  Cody fought demons his whole life and was often misunderstood, but it has been said that he had a yearning to be close to God.  He recently was saved and rebaptized. We know that “Cody-goat” is in heaven now with his Uncle Timmy and all his other family that was waiting at the gates for him.  Cody will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved him.

Cody is survived by his father, Jeff Pate and wife, Cindy; his mother, Cindy Jones; children, Kaden Pederson and Brileigh Pate; grandmother, Joyce Jones; sisters, Cheryl Milford and husband, Shawn, and Kristen Hibbard and boyfriend, Andrew Harvey; step-sisters, Jada and Jordan Davis; along with numerous aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins, other family and friends.

Cody is preceded in death by his grandparents, Charlie Jones, Arvel Pate, and Dorothy Pate; Uncles, Timothy Pate, Charlie Jones, Michael Pate, and Butch Parker; aunts, Elaine Parker and Kim Jones; cousins, Cassie Bates and Megan Mason.

Serving as Pallbearers are: Shawn Milford, Kutter Milford, Case Milford, Matt Hudman, Matt Pate, and Jason Pate.  Honorary Pallbearers are: Chad Pate and Ryan Jones.

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Marcus Yarbrough - May 28, 1976 - September 14, 2021

Departed: 09/14/2021 (Timpson)

Obituary Preview: Funeral services for Marcus Yarbrough, 45, of Center will be held at 12:30pm on Friday September 17, 2021 at Mt. Olive Baptist Church. Interment will follow at Antioch Cemetery. Visitation will be held from 11:00am to 12:30pm on Friday September 17, 2021 at Mt. Olive Baptist Church.

Mr. Yarbrough passed away on Tuesday September 14, 2021 in Nacogdoches, Texas. He was born May 28, 1976 in Houston, Texas.

He was born to love and be loved. We were blessed to learn many lessons from Marcus over his 45 years.

1) Whoever created Mayonnaise must have broken a commandment.

2) Any and everything is an antique it just depends on the collector.

3) Duct Tape fixes everything including oil leaks, dashboards, and hot water heaters.

4) Ketchup is the ultimate seasoning it can be used to flavor anything.

5) Cold Blue Mountains is a good substitute for water.

6) Love everyone without conditions.

7) When you shake a man’s hand look into his soul.

Preceding him in death is his father, Darryl Yarbrough, grandparents George and LeMerle Yarbrough, grandmother Annie Mae Guillory and Aunt Kathleen Moore.

He is survived by his wife Lakeoka Yarbrough, children Ja’Tiea, TraMarcus and Twyncela, six grandchildren, Mother Bobby Joyce Yarbrough, brother Dominique Yarbrough, sister Demetria (Tyrone) Johnson and a host of nieces, nephews’, aunts, uncles, cousins, and friends.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is an obituary?

An obituary is a written notice that announces the death of a person, typically including their name, age, date of birth and death, and a brief biography. It serves as a way to share the news of a loved one's passing with friends, family, and community.

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Obituaries are important because they provide a way to honor and celebrate the life of the deceased, while also informing others of their passing. They can also serve as a keepsake for families and friends to remember their loved one.

Who typically writes an obituary?

The responsibility of writing an obituary usually falls on the family members or close friends of the deceased. In some cases, funeral homes or newspapers may offer assistance in writing the obituary.

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Can I include quotes or poems in an obituary?

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Can I write an obituary for someone who died many years ago?

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How do I write an obituary for someone who didn't have any immediate family?

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How do I deal with errors or inaccuracies in an already-published obituary?

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What if I'm struggling to write an obituary due to grief or emotional distress?

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