Obituaries
Pauline Clanton Robinson
Dec 15, 2025
Pauline Clanton Robinson, age 102, of Quitman, passed away on December 15, 2025, in Quitman. She was born on January 21, 1923 to Thomas E. Wallace and Lily King Wallace.
Pauline lived most of her life in Quitman, where she devoted herself to her home and family as a homemaker. In her younger years, she enjoyed sewing and took pride in...
Rose Marie Savage Valek
Dec 14, 2025
Rose Marie Savage Valek was born December 28,1932 in Wood County to Fred and Mary Stedry. She stepped into eternity on December 14, 2025 surrounded by family at her home in Kaufman County. Rose married John William Savage on July 20, 1954. After John’s passing in August of 1986, Rose found love again, marrying the late Victor Lewis Valek in...
Terry Mac Cummons
Dec 13, 2025
Terry Mac Cummons, of Quitman, Texas, passed away after a life well lived and one that left a lasting impression on everyone he met. Born in Dallas County, Terry was known for his outgoing spirit, quick wit, and ability to light up any room, bringing people together wherever he went.He was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Marjorie Schwebel....
Ismael Chico Santos
Dec 13, 2025
With deep sorrow, the family of Ismael Chico Santos, age 4, of Winnsboro, Texas, announces his passing on December 13, 2025. Born on October 24, 2021, in Sulphur Springs, Texas, Ismael’s short but radiant life was a blessing filled with joy, laughter, and love. His gentle spirit and bright smile touched everyone around him, leaving behind cherished memories that will...
Betty Skinner Savage
Dec 4, 2025
Betty Skinner Savage, age 86, of Mineola, Texas, passed away on December 4, 2025.
Betty was a lifelong resident of Mineola and deeply rooted in the community she loved. She was born to Harvey and Velma Skinner and was one of thirteen siblings. On December 30, 1961, she married the love of her life, Glenn Savage, at Humble Baptist Church in...
Billie Faye Henderson
Dec 3, 2025
Billie Faye Henderson, 78, of Quitman, Texas, passed away peacefully at Hospice of East Texas on December 3, 2025. Billie was born on November 4, 1947, in Norman, Oklahoma, to Lenzie Thomas Carlile and Ina Belle Yandall Carlile. Not long after, the family moved to California, where they worked in the grape orchards.
She married Max Henderson on September 23, 1967,...
Clifford Lee Ogg
Nov 29, 2025
Clifford Lee Ogg, 70, of Quitman, Texas, passed away on November 29, 2025, in Tyler, Texas. He was born December 29, 1954, in Lexington, Nebraska, to Bert Eugene Ogg and Lee Anna (Smith) Ogg.
After graduating high school, Clifford enlisted in the United States Navy, serving his country proudly during the Vietnam era. Following his honorable discharge, he attended the University...
Bonnie "Bo" Joe Bridges
Nov 24, 2025
Bonnie Joe "Bo" Bridges, age 97½, passed away peacefully on November 24, 2025, in Terrell, Texas. Born at home on June 9, 1928, in the Rock Hill Community of Quitman, Texas, Bonnie lived a long and meaningful life marked by service, dedication to family, and a deep commitment to his community.
Bonnie was the son of Roy Roscoe Bridges and Annie...
Mikel Leslie Cain
Nov 20, 2025
Mikel Leslie Cain, 49, passed away on November 20, 2025, in Quitman, Texas. He was born on March 19, 1976, in Big Lake, Texas, to Jimmy Cain and Sherry Nutt.
Mikel will be deeply missed by his family and friends. He had a passion for life and a heart full of loyalty and love. Mikel enjoyed talking and watching football at...
Donna Michelle Morrow
Nov 14, 2025
Donna “Mike” Michelle Morrow, 78, of Mineola, Texas, passed away on November 14, 2025, in Tyler. She was born on July 26, 1947, in Midland, Texas, to William “Bill” Earl Weible, Sr. and Alice Paulette Flood.
Mike moved to Mineola in 1963 and graduated from Mineola High School with the class of 1965. That same year, on February 6, 1965, she...
Diana Marie Gill
Nov 8, 2025
Diana Marie Gill, age 65, of Mineola, Texas, passed away surrounded by her loving family on November 8, 2025.
Diana was born in Oak Park, Illinois, on May 13, 1960, to Terry Phillips and Leonard Groeneveld. She moved to Central Texas in the early 1980s, where she met the love of her life, Brion Gill. They married on December 14, 1982,...
Benny Ray Caldwell
Nov 7, 2025
Benny Ray Caldwell passed away peacefully in Tyler, Texas, on November 7, 2025, at the age of 64. He was born on January 9, 1961, to Kenneth Wayne Caldwell and Bobbie Ann Caldwell.
Benny grew up in the Chapel Hill community, where his love for motorcycles, cars, and anything that ran on wheels first took root. He spent his life riding...
Joe Dru Morrow
Oct 31, 2025
Joe Dru Morrow, age 88, passed away peacefully on October 31, 2025, surrounded by his loving family.
Born on August 8, 1937, Joe lived a life full of laughter, kindness, and generosity. After proudly serving his country in the United States Navy, Joe built a successful career as a commercial and residential realtor, where his honesty and warmth made him beloved...
Karen Louise Carroll
Oct 27, 2025
In Loving Memory of Karen Carroll
Karen Carroll, 61, of Emory, Texas went home to be with the Lord on October 27, 2025 surrounded by her family.
Born the youngest of ten children, Karen grew up knowing the value of family, faith, and laughter. She was the beloved mother of three children and the proud grandmother of three precious grandchildren, all of...
Lou Ann Center
Oct 26, 2025
Lou Ann Center passed away in Mineola, Texas on Sunday, October 26, 2025. She was in the home she loved with family.
She enjoyed activities with her family that included gardening, cooking (especially Lou’s famous apple pie!) oil painting and travel. Going to the beach was a favorite destination.
She was a skilled basketball player in her youth. She enjoyed sharing the...
Betty Sue Usery
Oct 21, 2025
Betty Sue Moore Usery- September 8, 1935 – October 21, 2025
Betty Sue Moore Usery passed peacefully from this world in her sleep on Tuesday morning October 21, 2025. She was in the home she loved with family around her, just as she wanted.
Sue was an Adamson High School graduate in 1952. Growing up in Oak Cliff, she met her first...
Geraldine "Jerry" Jordan Nichols
Oct 18, 2025
Click here to read the article published in the Texas Co-op Power Magazine about Mrs. Jerry Nichols.
Geraldine “Jerry” Jordan Nichols slid out of her 92-year-old body and through to the other side at 4 a.m. on Saturday, October 18, 2025. When Juan D. Nichols—her husband of seventy years—died in 2021, Jerry told him, “I won’t be long behind you.” Instead, she...
Jimmy "Jim" Daniel Morrison
Oct 16, 2025
In Loving Memory of Jim Daniel MorrisonAugust 29, 1942 - October 16, 2025Jimmy "Jim" Daniel Morrison, age 83, of Allen, Texas, passed away peacefully on October 16, 2025, at Autumn Wind Assisted Living in Mineola, Texas. A devoted husband, loving father, proud grandfather, and gentle soul, Jim's life was a testament to enduring love, quiet strength, and a deep appreciation...
Gene Howard Pilgrim Sr.
Oct 14, 2025
Gene Howard Pilgrim, Sr., 84, of Quitman, passed away on October 14, 2025, in Tyler. He was born on February 4, 1941, in San Antonio to Jesse Eugene Pilgrim, Sr. and Letha (George) Pilgrim.
Gene proudly served his country in the United States Army. After his honorable discharge, he attended Dallas Baptist University, where he earned his bachelor’s degree in business....
John DeGarmo
Oct 12, 2025
With hearts heavy yet full of gratitude for the time we had, we announce the passing of John Wayne DeGarmo, age 21, of Mineola, Texas, on Sunday, October 12, 2025, in Tyler. Though his time here was far too short, John packed a whole lot of life—and love—into his 21 years.
Born on May 18, 2004, in Gainesville, Texas, to Lorie...
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