Venita Ann Bartmess
May 8, 2025
Venita Ann Bartmess left this world to join God on May 8, 2025, in Tyler, Texas. She was born Venita Ann Richmond, in Oakwood, Texas on November 11, 1943. She was the daughter of Madeline Powell of Oakwood, granddaughter of Annie Edge of Grapeland, and great-granddaughter of Floria Garrett of Grapeland.
Venita was a kind and loving daughter, sister, mother, wife...
Delores Ann Ackley
May 4, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Delores Ann (Hull) Ackley, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and cherished friend, who departed her earthly home for a heavenly one on May 4, 2025, surrounded by her dear family. Delores was born on February 17, 1953, in Harris County, Texas, to James Maxie Hull Jr. and Annie...
Arthur Russell "Art" Little
April 24, 2025
Art was a lot of things: an army man, railroad worker, a welder and fabricator, a celebrated Vietnam War veteran, and most importantly, a beloved family man.
Art accomplished it all through his hard work and raw talent in spite of growing up in circumstances that would have crushed a lesser man. Art did not see obstacles as barriers: he used...
Frances Regina Prather
April 19, 2025
Frances Regina (Newton) Prather, resident of Leona, Texas passed away peacefully on Saturday, April 19, 2025, at the Riverwood Healthcare in Madisonville, Texas.
Fran was born and raised initially in Dallas before their family moved to Ft. Worth. Her dad, James Floyd Newton, was from the Mexia, Texas area, and her mother, Delia Hoban Newton, immigrated from County Mayo, Ireland through...
Tommy Pascal Sherman
April 19, 2025
Tommy Sherman, a beloved member of the Centerville community, passed away peacefully on April 19, 2025, at the age of 79. He was born on December 12, 1945, in Palestine, Texas, to A.C. "Buck" and Mary (Tubbs) Sherman. Tommy was a lifelong resident of Centerville, Texas, whose presence will be deeply missed by all who knew him.
Tommy dedicated thirty-one years...
Virginia Lee Keeling
April 13, 2025
Virginia Lee (Kays) Keeling was born in Shawnee, Oklahoma on April 28, 1947, to parents, Fred and Elizabeth Maxine (Pitt) Kays, who were from New Mexico. She graduated from Brazosport High School in Lake Jackson, Texas, and from Sam Houston State University in Huntsville. Virginia met her future husband, Mickey Keeling, while attending college. After marrying, they lived in Rolla,...
Michael Wayne Burk
April 10, 2025
Michael Wayne Burk, born on April 11, 1951, in Shelbyville, Indiana, to Robert Earl and Rosalind P. (Phares) Burk, passed away on April 10, 2025, at his home in Trinity, Texas. He lived a life dedicated to his work as an acoustic ceiling installer, a profession he took pride in throughout his career in the construction industry.
In 1977, Michael made...
Leo Donald Noey
March 31, 2025
It is with a heavy heart, yet a spirit of celebration, that we announce the passing of Leo Donald Noey, 87, of Centerville, Texas. Leo peacefully departed this world on March 31, 2025. Born on July 6, 1937, to Oscar and Freddie (Stokley) Noey in Leon County, Texas, Leo devoted his life to the joy of giving and the warmth...
Mary Jo Bell
March 30, 2025
Mary Jo Bell was born August 26, 1934, near Flo in Leon County, Texas. She died March 30, 2025, in Centerville, Texas. Mary Jo was the fifth child of her parents, William Ernest and Mary Adeline “Lina” Johnson Bell. She spent her childhood in Leon County, and attended school in Centerville. When she was a teenager, her parents moved to...
Lillian "Fredaleen" Madden
March 27, 2025
Fredaleen Madden, a beloved sister, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, passed away peacefully on March 27, 2025, at the age of 99 years. Born on October 10, 1925, in Marquez, Texas, to Oscar and Freddie (Stokley) Noey, Fredaleen lived a full and vibrant life, primarily in the Marquez area.
A longtime member of the Marquez Church of Christ, Fredaleen was known for...
Glenda Youvon Clark
March 21, 2025
Glenda Culton Clark was born in Leona, Texas, on March 16, 1952, to proud and loving parents, Georgia and Uben Culton Sr. She was affectionately called “Junnie” by family and friends.
At an early age, she accepted Christ, and attended Hillary chapel United Methodist Church in Leona, Texas. She attended Leona and Washington Perkins Elementary schools, later graduating from Frederick Douglass...
Janice Ann Rose
March 19, 2025
Janice A. Rose, born on June 17, 1940, in Houston, Texas, to Walter Ivan and Minnie Marie (Smith) Peppers, departed peacefully from this world on March 19, 2025, in Bryan, Texas. She was 84 years old. Janice was a devoted wife, cherished mother, beloved grandmother and great-grandmother, and a treasured friend to many. Her life was a tapestry woven with...
Gary Lee Steinbecker
March 13, 2025
Gary Lee Steinbecker, departed this world peacefully on March 13, 2025, at the age of 70. Born on July 21, 1954, in New London, Wisconsin, Gary was the cherished son of Percy Mace and Sandra (Smith) Steinbecker.
Gary was a true craftsman, showcasing his remarkable talents as a mechanic from an early age. His hands were never idle; he tirelessly worked...
Sylvester "Slow" Laymon
March 12, 2025
Sylvester Laymon was born August 27, 1958 in Corsicana, Texas. He was preceded in death by his father, the late Samuel Laymon. He leaves behind his mother, Mrs. Willie Lee Rhinehart.
Sylvester, better known as "Slow" throughout his life, touched the lives of many and obtained an abundance of friends. He accepted Christ at an early age.
Sylvester received his education at...
Todd Kent Overton
March 10, 2025
With heavy hearts, the family of Todd Kent Overton announces that his hard-fought battle with illness is now over. Todd left this world peacefully at home in Buffalo, Texas, surrounded with family on March 10, 2025, at the age of 49. Born on August 27, 1975, in Fort Sumner, New Mexico, Todd was the beloved husband of Kathy Overton; proud...
Ileana Perez
March 5, 2025
Ileana Silguero Perez, 62, passed away on March 5th, 2025, in Houston, Texas in her home surrounded by loved ones.
Born on March 14, 1962, in Rio Bravo, Tamaulipas, Mexico, Ileana lived a life filled with love and generosity. She was known for her unwavering determination in all avenues of life and her kind hearted nature, always extending warmth and support...
David Allen Tubb
March 1, 2025
In the early morning of March 1, 2025, at approximately 10:15 A.M., David Allen Tubb, age 59, entered into the gates of Heaven leaving behind the love of his life of over forty-one years, Michelle Tubb of Conroe, Texas; his two daughters, Amanda (Jon) Chang of Lancaster, California and Miranda (Caleb) Beuk of Rye, Texas; three precious grandbabies, Zoe, River,...
Catherine "Virginia" Taylor & Gerald Max Taylor
February 8, 2025
VIRGINIA TAYLOR
Catherine "Virginia" Taylor, a beloved mother and devoted grandmother and great-grandmother, was born on June 7, 1940, in Henderson, Texas, to Alpheus and Lillian (Franklin) McCarty. Virginia lived a life filled with love and dedication until her untimely passing on February 8, 2025.
Virginia married her lifelong partner, Gerald Taylor, in June of 1959, and together they raised three wonderful...
Marilyn Louise Balinski
January 29, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved Marilyn Louise Balinski, who left this world on January 29, 2025, in Centerville, Texas, at the age of 74. Marilyn was born on October 3, 1950, in Aiken, South Carolina, to Arthur Raymond Hancock and Gladys Marie Mathis.
Marilyn's journey took her to Houston, Texas, where she graduated...
Phillip Mathews Farris
January 26, 2025
Phillip "Phil" Mathews Farris, affectionately known as Papa to those who loved him most, peacefully departed this earthly life and went to heaven on January 26, 2025, in Bryan, Texas. Phil, a dedicated educator, mentor, and beloved family man, was born on March 24, 1941, in Pharr, Texas, to Ira "Owen" and Juanita (Mathews) Farris. While his passing leaves an...