Obituaries

Dec 21, 2024

Billy Joseph Moreau, Jr. 

2/28/34 - 12/21/24

Family & Friends Visitation: 

1p-3p, Saturday, 12/28/24

Pinecrest Retirement Community

 The memorial service will be held at a later date.

Dec 18, 2024

Paula Gail Turner went to her Heavenly home December 18, 2024. She was born November 30, 1960 in Deer Park Tx, to John and Pauline Turner. She was the youngest of 12 siblings. She was raised in Austin Tx, and graduated from McCallum High School in 1979.

 Her daughters Tina Mcree and Amanda Dillard were the lights of her life, everything...

Dec 15, 2024

W.C. Scroggins Jr. was born to W.C. “Dub” and Marie Scroggins on May 20, 1953 and stepped into the arms of Jesus on December 15, 2024 at his home. Known to many as Dubby, Dub or Dub Jr., he was an amazing man with many talents and so much knowledge, which he loved to share. He lived a life full...

Dec 10, 2024

 Peggy was born May 28, 1956 in Lufkin, Texas, to Naomi Lynn (Buchanan) and Hollice O. Batten, and died Tuesday, December 10, 2024 in Huntington, TX, surrounded in love by her family and friends.

Mrs. Albritton began her teaching career at Lufkin ISD in 1982, upon graduating from Stephen F. Austin State University, and joined Huntington ISD in 1994. Over a...

Dec 4, 2024

Belinda Jayne Lasswell, 73, of Lufkin, Tx passed from this Earth on December 4, 2024 after she won her battle over cancer and began life eternal in Heaven.

Belinda was born on September 12, 1951 to John and Valeria Oaks in Lufkin, Tx. Belinda graduated from Hudson High School in 1970. She was married to Phillip Lasswell of Lufkin for 44...

Dec 3, 2024

Sharon Denise "Sheri" Brooks, née Lawson, was born on September 3rd, 1962 in Lufkin, Texas, and passed away peacefully on December 3rd, 2024, at the age of 62 in Lufkin, Texas. Sheri was a beloved daughter, wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend.Sheri attended Hudson High School and furthered her education at Angelina College. She founded a daycare with her sister...

Nov 27, 2024

Born March 6, 1936 on the Campbell Ranch in Motley county Texas. To Avo West McGowen and A.M. Milt McGowen.She is survived by her husband of 70 years, J.L.Johnson, (Junior) and her sons, Andy Milton Johnson wife Susan children Cory Milton Johnson, wife Kelly, sons Deaton and Parker ;Angi Tindalland friend Wes Raines, her children, Jacob Glenn Tindall and wife...

Nov 26, 2024

José Marcos Cuarenta, un amado abuelo, padre, hijo, hermano y querido miembro de Nuestra Señora de Guadalupe. Nació en El Peyote Guadalcazar San Luis Potosí, falleció pacíficamente el 26 de noviembre de 2024, a la edad de 44 años. Nacido el 23 de septiembre de 1980, hijo de Micaela Palomo Pérez y Marcos Cuarenta Martinez. José creció rodeado de una...

Nov 22, 2024

Nov 19, 2024

Donald was born July 30, 1948 in Wichita Falls, Texas to Wilbert Louis Grote and Mary Etta (Brakeen)

Grote. He died in a specialty hospital in Conroe, Texas due to pulmunary failure. He is survived by his

wife, Pamela (Cox) Grote, daughter, Justina Shoffitt, granddaughter Lyla Shoffitt, brother David Grote

and wife, Susan of San Francisco, California, Sister in law Fanny Grote of...

Nov 13, 2024

Michelle Marie Hanks 59 of Brookeland, died November 13, 2024 in Jasper Texas.

 Born on September 6, 1965, she was preceded in death by her parents, Gilbert and Evelyn Marks; siblings Clenita Cunningham and Lewis Marks; and her husband, Bill Hanks.

 She is survived by her children Justin and Kayla Hanks, 5 grandsons, Axels, D.j., Deezyl, Rowdy and Waylon, and her sisters...

Nov 12, 2024

It is with deep sadness and heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Gracie Lucille Keim on Tuesday November 12, 2024. 

Nov 12, 2024

Landy Leo Trapp Sr., a cherished husband, father, and grandfather, passed away on November 12, 2024, at the age of 84, in Lufkin, Texas. Born on December 1, 1940, in Clarksville, Texas, Landy was a man who lived a life marked by creativity, generosity, and a remarkable ability to fix and build anything with his hands.

Landy was a generous soul,...

Nov 8, 2024

Cleo "Bud" Acrey, was an example of generosity, love, and selflessness. He was our rock, pillar, provider, and leader. He was the epitome of a people person. He could command a room without effort, employing his charm, quick wit, and friendly smile. Bud never did anything by halves. His approach to life was to live it fully and with...

Nov 8, 2024

Larry McCathran, of Marshall, TX died peacefully in Jefferson, TX on 11/08/2024 at the age of 83. He was born in Mooringsport, LA in 1941 to James and Helen McCathran. Larry grew up in Mooringsport, LA and graduated from North Caddo High School. He went on to earn his undergraduate degree from Louisiana Tech University and later received his master’s degree from Western State University...

Nov 7, 2024

Barbara Kennedy Lewis, aged 83, passed away on November 7, 2024, in Mexia, Texas. Born on October 1, 1941 in Brenham, Texas, Barbara spent over 25 years at Mexia State School, where she retired as a Program Technician in 1998, then began her journey as a Foster Provider for Adults with Mental Disabilities.

Barbara was...

Nov 5, 2024

Tommie Smith, a beacon of love and kindness, passed away peacefully at the age of 91 on November 5, 2024, in Lufkin, TX. Born on June 12, 1933, in Timpson, TX, she was a daughter to the late Thomas Henry Howell and Edna Skimoor, and over the course of her life, became a cherished mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother to...

Oct 19, 2024

Scott E. Fowler, known affectionately as Scott by his friends and family, passed away peacefully on October 19, 2024, in Wells, Texas. Born in Glendale, California, on August 16, 1948, Scott's journey through life was marked by an unwavering spirit of friendliness, courage, and thoughtfulness that touched everyone he met.

Scott's formative years in Glendale...

Oct 17, 2024

Oct 17, 2024

Dwain Lee Stewart, 56, of Nacogdoches was born to Sharon Beth Joiner and Gary G. Stewart on July 9, 1968. He passed away at his home on October 17, 2024, in Appleby, TX.

Dwain was a man of few words but deeply loved his children and family. He spent most of his life roaming the...