Obituaries

Sep 29, 2024

Scott Jared Mitcheltree was born January 16, 1968, and walked peacefully into heaven on September 29, 2024. He is survived by his father Roy Lee Mitcheltree Jr., sisters, Kathy Jost (Jay), Kristen Mitcheltree, Diana Calhoun (Steven), sister-in-law Hanne Mitcheltree, brother Todd Mitcheltree (Joyce), and numerous nieces and nephews whom Scott adored and treated as his own. Scott will be...

Sep 29, 2024

Shirley Joyce Olson, a beacon of love and kindness, passed away peacefully on September 29, 2024, in Wells, Texas, at the age of 83. Born on December 4, 1940, in Ratcliffe, Texas, Shirley was a cherished daughter to the late Roy and Ruby Reeves, a beloved sister to her predeceased brothers and sister, Robert, Bill, Harvey and Georgia Mae...

Sep 28, 2024

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Johnnie Paul Dunn, a beloved father, husband, and friend, who peacefully left us on Saturday September 28, 2024, at the age of 84. He has left a legacy of love and strength and will forever be remembered for the incredible impact he made on the lives of those...

Sep 26, 2024

Mary Ann Donald, 73, passed away in Lufkin, Texas on September 26, 2024. She was born December 20, 1950 in Lufkin, Tx.

There are no service scheduled at this time.

Sep 14, 2024

Judy Lanell Tindall, a lifelong resident of Nacogdoches, passed away peacefully at home on Saturday, September 14, 2024. Born on Wednesday, December 6, 1950, she was the sixth child born to Homer Culberson Tindall and Alpha Matlock Tindall; Judy was a cherished daughter, sister, aunt, cousin, friend, mother and "Mams". She graduated from Nacogdoches High School in 1969. She also...

Sep 10, 2024

Stanley O'Dell Tackett passed away peacefully on September 10, 2024, in Fairfield, TX, at the age of 94. Born on March 14, 1930, in Shreveport, LA, he was the cherished son of the late Margaret Rawson Tackett and Floyd O'Dell Y'Barbo.

Stanley's life was marked by his unwavering sense of duty and service. He proudly...

Sep 10, 2024

Carolynn Sue DeWitt Godsey McElvaney Ainsworth, 81, formerly of Hobbs NM and Colorado City was born March 29, 1943, in Seligman MO to Virgil and Lois DeWitt. She passed away on September 10, 2024 in Woodville.

After graduating Hobbs High School, she attended Draughtons Business School, before working for Williamson’s Seed Company and Fenner Tubbs...

Sep 5, 2024

Ricki Lin Thornton, a beloved brother, uncle, friend, and free spirit, passed away on September 5, 2024. He was born in Lufkin, Texas, on December 5, 1959. Ricki lived a life full of adventure and dedication.

Ricki worked as a rigger in the construction industry alongside his brothers, Robbie and Barry, for over forty years....

Aug 31, 2024

The May 28th, 1936, issue of the Gate city Journal of Nyssa, Oregon reported, "A baby boy was born to Mr. and Mrs. Howard Balty last Friday." That simple announcement signified the beginning of Jack H. Balty's earthly journey. It left out an interesting fact however. This was during the Great Depression and men like Howard Balty and his...

Aug 30, 2024

Mary O'Grady Toms, a beacon of warmth and love, passed away peacefully on August 30, 2024, in Crockett, Texas, after a courageous battle with Alzheimer's disease. Born on November 14, 1950, in Houston, Texas to Grady and Elita Mae Spencer. Mary's infectious smile and generous spirit were a gift to all who knew her throughout her 73 years of...

Aug 29, 2024

Alice “Tris” Tristann Trotter, known affectionately as Ginger to her friends and family, passed away on August 29, 2024, at the age of 68. Born on December 2, 1955, in Fort Worth, TX, Ginger’s life was a tapestry of love, creativity, and service, woven with the threads of kindness and intelligence.

Ginger is...

Aug 22, 2024

John Samuel Young, 63, of Pollok, came to the end of life's journey August 22,2024 at 6:18 p.m. John was a dedicated husband, father and grandfather. His greatest joy was fishing and woodworking.

Born February 9,1961 to Alton and Dorothy (Russ) Young. He is survived by wife Katherine Deneise (Dee Cathey) Young, sons Samuel Young...

Aug 21, 2024

Peter Boone, 75, of Lufkin, Texas has gone home to be with the Lord on August 21st, 2024.

Peter was born in Eastport, Maine and moved to Texas with his wife Joanie in 1981, where they crafted a great

community. As a man of many talents and abilities, Peter was dedicated to helping...

Aug 19, 2024

Jerry Lynn Byrum, 77, passed away on August 19, 2024, in

Lufkin, Texas. Born on June 29, 1947, Jerry dedicated 19 years of

service to the US Army, where he was known for his commitment

and resilience.

Jerry was known for his humorous personality and his love for

motorcycles,...

Aug 14, 2024

Mary Ann Hubbard, a beacon of love and kindness, has completed her remarkable journey on earth. Born on November 19, 1934, in the heart of Central, a Community of Lufkin, Texas. Mary Ann's story came full circle as she peacefully passed away in the same cherished town on August 14, 2024. Her life was a testament to the power...

Aug 11, 2024

Lavaughn Hamilton Jr., known affectionately by friends and family as "Hambone" or "Bubba,"

had a one-of-a-kind personality. He was born on February 3rd, 1957, in the small town of

Tomball, TX. On August 11th, 2024, at Nacogdoches Medical Center, Hambone told his final

story, leaving behind a legacy of laughter, love, and a...

Aug 11, 2024

Ricky Joseph Oates was born February 2, 1964 in Beaumont, Texas to Edna White Day and Gethro Mack “Sonny” Oates, and died Sunday, August 11, 2024 in Lufkin.

Survivors include his son, Joseph Oates; mother, Edna Day; brother and sister-in-law, Dwayne and Angie Day; brother, David Day; sister, Darlene Day Hendrix; nieces, Amber Sanders and...

Aug 7, 2024

Pauline Belford Kehlenbeck, a cherished soul known affectionately as Mom and Gramma, was called home to be with the Lord on the 7th of August, 2024, at the ripe age of 86. Born on May 9th, 1938, in Middletown, New York, she was a beacon of light to all who had the privilege of crossing her path. Pauline passed...

Aug 7, 2024

Glend Sue Wood, affectionately known as Sue, passed away peacefully on August 7, 2024, at the age of 77 in Trinity, Texas. Born on December 9, 1946, in Lufkin, Texas, Sue was a beacon of love and strength to all who knew her. Her life was a testament to the power of resilience, warmth, and unwavering commitment to her...

Aug 6, 2024

Today we celebrate the life of a man whose footsteps left deep impressions on the fairways of life and in the hearts of those who loved him. James Howard Peterson, known affectionately to us all as Jim or Pa-Paw, was a beacon of joy in our community, a loving husband, a cherished father, a doting grandfather, and a friend...