Obituaries
Deputy Melissa Pollard
Apr 9, 2025
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End of Watch: April 9, 2025
With broken hearts and deep reverence, we remember and honor the life of Deputy Melissa Pollard, who passed away on April 9, 2025, while on duty in Wood County, Texas.
Born on March 14, 1978 in Paris, Texas, to Leonard Keith Pollard and Pamela (Vickers) Pollard, Melissa dedicated...
Roy Michael Sperling
Apr 9, 2025
On the morning of April 9, 2025, after battling the effects of diabetes and heart disease, Roy Michael Sperling went home to be with his Lord Jesus Christ.
Mike was born March 27, 1954, in Rockwall, Texas to Roy Lee and Mildred Sperling. He grew up in Rowlett with his sister Theresa and his two brothers Danny and Kent. Mike was...
Cecil Lloyd Nelson
Apr 6, 2025
Cecil Lloyd Nelson, age 79, of Dallas, Texas peacefully passed away on April 6, 2025.
Cecil was born in Perkinston, Mississippi, on August 19, 1945, to Reverend George Washington Nelson and Mary Ruth Stephenson. He was raised in Wiggins, Mississippi, and graduated from Locker High School. After completing high school, he earned a two-year college degree. Throughout his working years, Cecil...
Fabian Roman
Apr 2, 2025
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Senior Airman Fabian Roman, 27, of Quitman, passed away on April 2, 2025, in Tyler, Texas.
Fabian was born on January 5, 1998, in Sulphur Springs to Ricardo Roman Flores and Ma Alifonsa Bustos.
He was raised in Fort Worth and Quitman, and graduated from Quitman High School in 2016. A proud Quitman Bulldog,...
Roger Edwin Henson
Apr 1, 2025
Roger Edwin Henson, 76, of Quitman, passed away on April 1, 2025.
Roger was born on May 24, 1948, in Brownfield Texas to parents Joe and Esther Ruth Henson. He attended high school at Peacock Military Academy and graduated in 1969. After high school, he joined the US Navy where he served in Vietnam and earned two purple hearts and bronze...
David M. Seago
Mar 24, 2025
David M. Seago, 82, of Alba, Texas, passed away on March 24, 2025. Born on August 18, 1942, to Carson and Glenna Ruth Sparks Seago, David lived a life dedicated to his family, friends, education, and his deep love for sports.
David married the love of his life, Lynda Low Seago, on January 22, 1966. Together, they built a life centered...
David Bradley Keenan
Mar 19, 2025
David Bradley Keenan passed in his sleep on March 19th, 2025 at his home in Yantis, Texas . The sweet smile that was David’s trademark will now be forever shared with his heavenly father and all those who preceded him in death. With all the issues David faced throughout his 55 years, he was always a blessing to be around...
Evelyn Ann Stone
Mar 18, 2025
Evelyn Ann Stone, 83, of Quitman, Texas, passed away peacefully at her home on March 18, 2025. She was born on November 27, 1941, in Plano, Texas, to William Henry Brazeal and Georgia (Renfro) Brazeal.
Evelyn was a devoted homemaker for most of her life, though she also worked for a time at TI and Computer Automation. She married the love...
Dana Lee Rivers
Mar 18, 2025
Dana Lee Rivers, 65, of Quitman, TX, passed away on March 18, 2025, in Tyler, TX. He was born on March 9, 1960, in Houston, TX, to Flora Lee (Steed) Mansell and was raised by his mother and stepfather, Henry "Rip" Bennett Mansell. Dana grew up in Yantis and later called Quitman his home.
Dana worked as an electrician in Quitman...
Madelon Wally Newton
Mar 18, 2025
Madelon (Lonnie) Newton, Age 76 of Quitman Texas (originally from Omaha, Nebraska) passed away peacefully on March 18th, 2025 surrounded by her loving family. She was preceeded in death by daughter Tracey and granddaughter Tasha.
Lonnie was born August 5, 1948 to Clifford and Lillian Billings (Agee). Lonnie married the love of her life Raymond on June 16, 1965. They completed...
Walker Alan Weems
Mar 5, 2025
On March 5, 2025, at 12:48 a.m., Walker Alan Weems was born into the loving arms of his parents, Heather and Jody Weems. Weighing 6 lbs, 2 oz and measuring 19.5 inches long, he was fearfully and wonderfully made. Though his time on this earth was brief, his life was filled with purpose and love.
At 28 weeks gestation, Walker received...
Bobby Gene Simmons
Mar 5, 2025
Bobby Gene Simmons, 91, of Quitman passed away on March 5, 2025.
He was born on February 11, 1934, in Fort Worth, Texas to John and Pearl Simmons. Bobby joined the United States Air Force and served his country proudly for 30 years until he retired.
He is survived by his wife Sa-Hong Simmons.
Graveside Services for Bobby will be held at 1:00PM...
Glendon Ray Turbeville
Mar 4, 2025
A Celebration of Life for Glendon Ray Turbeville will be held on Saturday, April 19, 2025 at 11:00 AM. A light lunch will follow. 220 Holly Lodge CircleHolly Lake Ranch, TX 76765 (West Side of the Road)
Please RSVP to Todd Turbeville at 682-999-0579 so your name can be added to the list at the Guard Shack.
Glendon Ray Turbeville, of Pine Mills,...
Johnie Glyn Peoples
Mar 4, 2025
Glyn Peoples, age 93, of Holly Lake Ranch, passed away on March 4, 2025.
Glyn was born on April 30, 1931. Glyn spent most of his life in the Dallas area working for Braniff Airlines as a mechanic for 47 years, which probably led to how meticulous he was. He always strived for perfection. After retirement he and Charlene moved to...
Patricia Maxine Caufield
Mar 3, 2025
Patricia Maxine Caufield, age 88, of Quitman, Texas, passed away peacefully on March 3, 2025, in Sulphur Springs, Texas. She was born on February 12, 1937, in Nashville, Arkansas, to Glenn and Ruby Dailey.
Patricia, a homemaker and devoted wife and mother, spent much of her life caring for her family. She moved to Quitman in 2018 from Texarkana, Texas. On...
Michael H. G. Lohr
Feb 27, 2025
Michael H.G. Lohr passed away on February 27, 2025, at the age of 79. Born on February 28, 1945, in Frankfurt, Germany, Michael lived a life full of adventure, passion, and love for those around him. To his family, he was affectionately called “Opa”, a German name that symbolized the warmth and wisdom he shared.
In 1978, he proudly became a...
Frederick Eugene Hanes
Feb 25, 2025
March 18, 1936 ~ February 25, 2025 Life Verse: “He must increase, but I must decrease.” – John 3:30
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Frederick Eugene Hanes, 88, received his eternal promotion on Tuesday, February 25, 2025. He is now in heaven with his beloved Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. A loving and caring husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and...
Tony Marshall Plocher
Feb 23, 2025
Tony Marshall Plocher, age 78, of Quitman, Texas, passed away on February 23, 2025, in Tyler, Texas. He was born on September 26, 1946, in Winnsboro, Texas, to the late Marshall Lee Plocher and Martha Loree (Cook) Plocher.
A proud veteran, Tony served his country in the United States Air Force after graduating high school. After his service, he worked as...
Charles Ray Cromeans
Feb 22, 2025
Charles “Big Charlie” Ray Cromeans, 65, of Quitman, passed away on February 22, 2025. Born on September 30, 1959, in Freeport, TX, Charlie was the son of the late Cecil Ross Cromeans and Lorene (Poehl) Cromeans.
Charlie’s story was one of love, adventure, and joy. He married the love of his life, Sherri Lou Brinkley, in 1983, just five weeks after...
Wayne Caldwell
Feb 21, 2025
Kenneth Wayne Caldwell, known to his family and friends as Wayne, passed away on February 21, 2025, at the age of 86. He was born on October 13, 1938, at home in Winnsboro, Texas, to William “Fred” Caldwell and Connie Mae (Cox) Caldwell.
Wayne’s life was one of hard work and dedication. Though he left school early, he worked tirelessly and...
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