Obituaries

Jack T. Neel

Jack T. Neel

Sep 19, 2024

Click here to watch Jack T. Neel's Funeral Service.

Jack T. Neel, a beloved community leader and mentor, passed peacefully at his home on September 19, 2024, at the age of 95. Born on March 4, 1929, in Lamkin, Texas, to the late John Paul Neel and Carrie Mae (Eubank) Neel, Jack dedicated much of his life to serving others as...

Joe Cephus Parris, Jr.

Joe Cephus Parris, Jr.

Sep 18, 2024

Joe Cephus Parris, Jr. age 81 of Quitman, Texas passed away on September 18, 2024, in Dallas, Texas. He was born on December 18, 1942, in Greenville, Texas to Wilma Irene (Chambliss) and Joe Cephus Parris. Joe was married to Patsy Almon Parris who preceded him in death in September of 2016. 

The Parris family will receive friends at Lowe-Gardner Funeral...

Herman Harbuck

Herman Harbuck

Sep 16, 2024

Herman Douglas Harbuck, of Quitman, passed away peacefully in his sleep September 16, 2024 at the age of 87.

Herman was born in Irving, TX, on March 14, 1937, to the late Claude C. Harbuck and Mary Alice (Mackey) Harbuck. Living most of his life in Quitman, Herman graduated from Quitman High School in 1955. While in high school, Herman kept...

Harvey Rush Clements, II

Harvey Rush Clements, II

Sep 13, 2024

Harvey Rush Clements II, of Mineola, passed away September 13, 2024 at the age of 62.

Harvey was born in Grand Prairie, Texas on June 21, 1962 to Harvey Rush Clements Sr. and Glenda Lu (Hobbs) Clements. He was a resident of Wood County for over 30 years and owned and operated H&G Services, specializing in tax preparation and bookkeeping. He...

Thelma Jean (Cox) Wansley

Thelma Jean (Cox) Wansley

Sep 11, 2024

Thelma Jean (Cox) Wansley, 80, of Quitman, Texas, peacefully passed away on September 11, 2024. Born on July 20, 1944, in Hawkins, Texas, Thelma was raised in the tight-knit community of Redland, Texas, where she learned the values of love, family, and faith that would guide her throughout her life.

In 1965, Thelma married the love of her life, Jerry Reed...

Glenn Savage

Glenn Savage

Sep 11, 2024

Glenn Savage, of Mineola, passed away on September 11, 2024, at the age of 90. Glenn was born on April 8, 1934, to William Eastland “Ethyl” Savage and Goldie Irene Savage. Glenn was born and raised in the Pine Mills Community and remained a lifetime resident of Wood County. 

Glenn married the love of his life, Betty Skinner Savage, on December...

Angela Lajoy Newton Wylie

Angela Lajoy Newton Wylie

Sep 10, 2024

Click Here to Watch Angela Lajoy Newton Wylie's Memorial Service

Service celebrating the Faith, Life and Love of Angela Lajoy Newton Wylie of Winnsboro, will be held at 10:30 AM, Saturday, September 14, 2024, at Tinney Chapel United Methodist Church in Winnsboro.

Angela went home to her Lord and Savior in Winnsboro on Tuesday, September 10, 2024, surrounded by her cherished family....

Carolyn Kay (Katy) Woodard

Carolyn Kay (Katy) Woodard

Sep 5, 2024

Katy, daughter of Wayne and Rose Quillen, was born July 29, 1948 in Independence, Missouri.

Katy is preceded in death by her father and mother, Wayne Quillen and Rose Quillen-Fortner.

She is survived by her husband, Darell Woodard of Quitman, Texas; and children, Shelly Powell and family of Garland, Texas, Chris Woodard and family of Forney, Texas, Steven Woodard and family of...

Gerald Ray Powell

Gerald Ray Powell

Sep 1, 2024

Gerald Ray Powell, 64, of Quitman, passed away at his home on Sunday, September 1, 2024. Ray was born on October 17, 1959 in Dallas, TX to Alice Maud Petty and Willie Gerald Powell.

Ray was a beloved husband, father, uncle, brother, and Papaw. He loved spending time with his family, dogs, and grandkids. Ray had a passion for antiquing and...

Susan Lynn Brown-Smith

Susan Lynn Brown-Smith

Aug 28, 2024

Susan Lynn Brown-Smith (29 Oct 1959-28 Aug 2024) passed away at a local Tyler hospital after a brief illness.

Susan was born in Dunkirk, NY to the late Glenn and Beverly Brown. Susan graduated from the State University of New York at Fredonia in 1981 with a teaching degree in Mathematics. She taught high school math in Vermont, New York and...

Phillip Lloyd Hughes Jr.

Phillip Lloyd Hughes Jr.

Aug 27, 2024

Phillip Lloyd Hughes Jr., a beloved husband, father, and grandfather, passed away August 27, 2024, at his home. Phillip was born on October 18, 1946, in Yates Center, Kansas to Phillip Lloyd Hughes and Edna Hughes. 

Phillip spent the past 11 wonderful years in Quitman, having moved from McGregor, TX. He earned his Bachelor’s Degree from Texas Tech University and later...

Paulette Van Horn Hicks

Paulette Van Horn Hicks

Aug 25, 2024

Click HERE to watch Paulette's Memorial Service.

In loving memory of Paulette Van Horn Hicks, a beloved resident of Quitman. Born on September 21, 1975 to Bruce and Phyllis Van Horn, she graced this earth with her presence until August 25, 2024, when she peacefully passed away at the age of 48. 

Known for her love of the simple things, Paulette found...

Sgt. David Hayes

Sgt. David Hayes

Aug 24, 2024

David Hayes, a resident of Quitman for 34 years, passed away on August 24, 2024, at his residence in Quitman. Born on June 3, 1948, in Plainview, TX to Charles and Barbara Hayes, David led a fulfilling life devoted to serving his community and serving the Lord.

David dedicated 15 years of his life as the Head Sergeant in the jail...

Billy Roneil Minatrea

Billy Roneil Minatrea

Aug 18, 2024

Billy Roneil Minatrea, a longtime resident of Quitman and Mineola, passed away on August 18, 2024 at the age of 87. Billy was born on December 28, 1936, in Grand Saline, Texas to Charles Emery Minatrea and Lottie Minatrea.

Billy was a proud Christian and active member of New Hope Baptist Church. He was very involved in the church, devoting his...

Thomas DeWayne Shipp

Thomas DeWayne Shipp

Aug 4, 2024

Thomas DeWayne Shipp, affectionately known as “Pawpaw” and “Big Dog”, of Bogata, Texas, passed away Sunday, August 4, 2024 at the age of 55. He was born June 25, 1969, in Texarkana, Texas to James Luckett Shipp and Patricia Dianne (Davis) Shipp.

Thomas married the love of his life, Bonita, on April 25, 2015, in Mineola, Texas. He was a dedicated...

Ronnie Earl Washington

Ronnie Earl Washington

Aug 3, 2024

Ronnie Earl Washington passed away on August 3, 2024 at the age of 62.

Ronnie was born June 17, 1962 in Dallas, Texas to Willie Washington Sr. and Juanita Washington. His education began at Charles Rice in Dallas, Texas, and later at Quitman High School after his family moved to Quitman. He was a member of Muddy Creek Baptist Church. Ronnie...

James F. Courtney, Jr.

James F. Courtney, Jr.

Jul 25, 2024

James (Jim) F. Courtney, Jr. died at the age of 79 on July 25, 2024 after a long illness. Jim was a loving and devoted son, father, brother, and uncle.

Jim grew up in Quitman, Texas. He excelled in high school, was president of his class and represented Quitman High at Texas Boys' State. Jim received undergraduate and graduate degrees from...

Mae Jewel Price

Mae Jewel Price

Jul 15, 2024

Beloved mother, sister, “Granny,” and Momma Mae; Mae Jewel Price, age 82, entered the loving arms of her Savior Jesus Christ; July 15, 2024. God closed her loving eyes and whispered, “Peace Be Thine”; enter now into thy Master’s joy.

She was born in Quitman, TX on January 15, 1942; residence; Quitman, Texas. She accepted Christ at an early age. 

Mae Jewel’s...

Charles Edward Hull, Jr.

Charles Edward Hull, Jr.

Jul 10, 2024

Charles Edward Hull Jr. went home to be with the Lord on July 10th, 2024, at the age of 76. He was born in Houston, Texas, on July 15th, 1947, where he ultimately made a family and a career in the construction trades. While in Houston, Charles served Jesus Christ as a Baptist Minister. In life, Charles could be found...

Florence Helen Stipe

Florence Helen Stipe

Jul 10, 2024

Click Here to watch Florence Helen Stipes Funeral Service 

Florence Helen Stipe, age 70, passed away peacefully in her home on July 10, 2024. She was a beloved wife, mother, sister, and friend, whose warmth and kindness touched the lives of all who knew her.

Born to John Lewis Jasper II and Helen Morris, Helen graduated from Ross S. Sterling High School...

Share by: