Obituaries

Erna Jean (Mclaughlin) Pickard

Erna Jean (Mclaughlin) Pickard

November 22, 2023

Jean was born October 20, 1924 to Erna Lavada (Eddins) and James Thomas McLaughlin and went to be with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on November 22, 2023. Her family has a long history in Texas beginning in 1848 with the arrival of her great-great-grandfather Joseph Evans from Alabama.

Jean graduated from Jewett High School in 1940 at the age...

Elder  Cd Evans

Elder Cd Evans

November 17, 2023

Homegoing services for Pastor Elder CD Evans, age 86, of Centerville, Texas will be held 11 A.M., Saturday, November 25, 2023 at Walters Funeral Home, Centerville, Texas.  Elder Evans will be laid to rest in Spiller Cemetery.

Arrangements are entrusted to Walters Funeral Home, Centerville, Texas.

Robert Gail "Bob" Wilkinson

Robert Gail "Bob" Wilkinson

November 15, 2023

Robert Gail "Bob" Wilkinson, a beloved brother, husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, peacefully departed this world on November 15, 2023, in College Station, Texas. He was 82 years old.

Born on November 13, 1941, in San Marcos, Texas, to E.B. "Bill" & Mary (Deviney) Wilkinson, Bob grew up in various communities in Texas and SE New Mexico before his parents settled...

Brent Dorman

Brent Dorman

November 6, 2023

It is with heavy hearts and deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Brent Dorman, a devoted husband and son, a beloved rancher, dedicated horse trainer, and cherished member of the community. Brent passed away peacefully on November 6, 2023, at the age of 49, in Houston, Texas to be welcomed into glory by his heavenly father.

Brent was born...

Rusty Teston

Rusty Teston

November 2, 2023

Roy Russell Teston, most commonly known as "Rusty" to anyone that crossed his path, was embraced by Jesus in the early morning hours on November 2, 2023. He passed peacefully and free of pain in the comfort of his own home, with the one he loved "more than mostest" by his side. He was 69.

Rusty was born in Houston on...

Eusebio Esparza Morales

Eusebio Esparza Morales

November 1, 2023

Eusebio Esparza Morales, a beloved husband, father, and grandfather, passed away peacefully on November 1, 2023, at his home in Streetman, Texas. He was 62 years old.

Born on April 4, 1961, in San Pedro, CHH, Mexico, Eusebio moved to the United States to seek a better life for himself and his family. He settled in Texas, where he lovingly built...

David Guy Moncrief

David Guy Moncrief

October 28, 2023

David Guy Moncrief, beloved husband and son, passed away peacefully on October 28, 2023. He was born on April 5, 1939, in Beaumont, Texas, to his loving parents, Carl Moncrief, Sr. and Bess (Davis) Moncrief. David lived his life with passion and dedication, leaving behind a lasting impact on those who knew him.

David excelled academically, earning an Associate's Degree in...

Carroll Robert "Carl" Grant

Carroll Robert "Carl" Grant

October 28, 2023

GRANT, Carroll Robert "Carl," age 76, of Centerville, Texas passed away October 28, 2023 in Houston, Texas surrounded by loved ones.

Carl was born May 9, 1947 in Antigonish, Nova Scotia, Canada, son of the late Duncan Joseph and Mabel Frances (MacNeil) Grant.

Carl spent his entire working life in the construction industry, starting out working for his father as a young...

Kevin Rawley

Kevin Rawley

October 21, 2023

Kevin Rawley passed away on October 21, 2023, at the age of 65. He was surrounded by his loved ones at his home in Centerville, TX, where he resided for many years.

Born on July 22, 1958, Kevin brought joy and laughter into the lives of those around him. He was a deeply caring and compassionate husband to his devoted spouse,...

Eugene Jefferson "Jeff" Miller, Iii

Eugene Jefferson "Jeff" Miller, Iii

October 19, 2023

Eugene Jefferson Miller III, better known as Jeff, was born to Eugene Jefferson Miller Jr, “Gene”, and Peggy Miller in San Diego, California on August 21, 1943, where his father worked in a Bomber plant during World War II. When Jeff was 2, the family returned to Helena, Arkansas, where he grew up in a wonderful small town community playing...

Mitchel Darwin Hines

Mitchel Darwin Hines

October 16, 2023

Mitchel Darwin Hines was born November 1, 1963 to his parents, Elden Hines and Neta Faye (Hines) Hall. Mitchel passed away at his home, peacefully in his sleep, October 16, 2023.

Mitchel lived the majority of his life in Marquez, Texas, having lived a few years in Centerville before recently moving to College Station to be closer to his daughter, Alexandria.

From...

Linda Carol Maness

Linda Carol Maness

October 5, 2023

In the quiet embrace of mid morning on October 5, 2023, Linda C. Maness, a beloved daughter, mother, grandmother, sister, aunt and friend, passed away peacefully at Palestine Regional Medical Center, Palestine, Texas. She was gracefully ushered into the eternal embrace of Jesus, leaving behind a legacy of love and cherished memories.

Born on April 30, 1943, in Fairfield, Texas to...

William Charles Mueller

William Charles Mueller

October 1, 2023

William C. Mueller of Centerville Texas passed away on October 1, 2023. He was 86 years old. He was born in Amarillo, Texas, went to Sunset High School in Dallas, and attended Texas A&M and SMU. His first job was with Collins Radio. He then went on to work for Texas Instruments, ICOM Radios, and ended his working career as...

Nan J. Hillyer

Nan J. Hillyer

October 1, 2023

Nan J Hillyer passed away peacefully on October 1, 2023, at the age of 92 in Madisonville, Texas. Nan was born on January 21, 1931, at Memorial Hospital in Houston, Texas. She was Christened at the Episcopal Church in Hempstead, Texas, surrounded by her loving family. Growing up in Hockley, Texas, Nan found solace in the arms of her grandparents,...

Patricia Faye Gunnels

Patricia Faye Gunnels

September 23, 2023

"Favor is deceitful, and beauty is vain: but a woman that feareth the Lord, she shall be praised." (Proverbs 31:30)

Patricia Gunnels, 83, entered her heavenly home, the joy of her reward on Saturday, September 23, 2023. A service celebrating her earthly life will be held at 1:00pm Friday, September 29, 2023 at Walters Funeral Home, 610 S. Commerce St., Centerville,...

Verner Lloyd Bain, Jr.

Verner Lloyd Bain, Jr.

September 10, 2023

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Verner Lloyd Bain Jr., a beloved father, devoted friend, and an accomplished individual who left an indelible mark on the lives of those he encountered. He peacefully departed this world on September 10, 2023, in Tyler, TX, at the age of 87.

Verner, born on December 13, 1935 in Centerville,...

Sandra (Raley) Aikin Manning

Sandra (Raley) Aikin Manning

September 5, 2023

Sandra (Raley) Aikin Manning was born October 18, 1946 in Dallas to parents, Roger Thurman “Buck” Raley and mother, Evelyn (Whidby) Raley. She spent most of her life in Dallas where she attended Woodrow Wilson High School and graduated with honors.

Her career after school was focused primarily in the commercial insurance industry, and she was employed by various agencies and...

Winnie Mae (Wilson) Hodges

Winnie Mae (Wilson) Hodges

August 25, 2023

Winnie Mae Wilson was born on August 27, 1927, in the Clear Creek Community near Flynn, Texas. She was the third of four children born to Robert Wilson and Dora Grimes Wilson. Winnie went home to be with her Savior, Christ Jesus, on August 25, 2023, at Texas Loving Care in Madisonville, Texas, in the presence of family and TLC...

Gene Harold Davis

Gene Harold Davis

August 24, 2023

A graveside service for Gene Davis will be held 10:00 A.M., Thursday, August 31, 2023 at Willowhole Cemetery, North Zulch, Texas. Bro. Glenn Connor will officiate the service. A reception will be held following the service at the Normangee Community Center, Normangee, Texas.

Gene Harold Davis, 84, of Normangee, Texas passed away on August 24, 2023 in Normangee, Texas. He was...

Lvolla Kenney

Lvolla Kenney

August 19, 2023

A homegoing service celebrating the life of Lvolla Kenney, age 73, of Spring, Texas will be held 11 A.M., Sunday, August 27, 2023 at Walters Funeral Home, Centerville, Texas.  A time of visitation and remembrance will take place prior to the service from 10 A.M. to 11 A.M. at the funeral home.

On August 19, 2023, Lvolla Kenney quietly entered eternal ...