Obituaries
Ulna Cathey McWhorter
Jan 28, 2025
Ulna Effie Maria Cathey McWhorter, age 86, of Quitman, Texas, passed away on January 28, 2025. She was born on May 5, 1938, in Quitman, Texas, in the same white frame house where she grew up. Ulna was the daughter of Horace Schley Cathey and Lillian Viola Brittain Cathey, and she was the only child in her family.
Ulna’s education journey...
Doris Burrough Hervey
Jan 23, 2025
Doris Burrough Hervey, 83, of Mineola, passed away on January 23, 2025. She was born on August 22, 1941, in Mineola, Texas, to Robert Tillman and Johnnie Mae Freeman. Doris spent the majority of her life in the Wood County community, where she became deeply rooted in her faith and family.
One of Doris's greatest accomplishments was living a life dedicated...
Mary I. Love Humphreys
Jan 23, 2025
Mary I. Love Humphreys, 67, of Hawkins, passed away on January 23, 2025.
She was born on February 23, 1957, in Dallas, Texas, to parents Willie Dee and Christine George Love. Mary attended Mineola High School.
As an adult, Mary was a devoted homemaker and lived in the Wood County area for 37 years. On June 28 of 1980, she married Robert...
Sam Luna St. Romain
Jan 21, 2025
Sam Luna St. Romain, 81, of Quitman, passed away on January 21, 2025, in Lindale, Texas.
He was born on September 19, 1943, in Lubbock, Texas, to Pierre Wilman and Mary Josephine Luna St. Romain.
Sam graduated high school and completed two years of college. A proud veteran, he served his country in the United States Army. In 1982, he moved to...
Vickie Janette Petersen
Jan 15, 2025
Vickie Janette Petersen, 70, passed away on January 15, 2025.
Born on June 9, 1954, in Nampa, Idaho, to Frank and Alfreda Thomas Gardner, Vickie grew up with a love for learning and service. She graduated as valedictorian from Vale Union High School in Dale, Oregon, and later earned her associate degree from Ricks College in Rexburg, Idaho.
In 1996, Vickie began...
James Darrell Dyer
Jan 14, 2025
Darrell was born February 16, 1936, and passed away peacefully from this life with his loved ones at his side on January 14, 2025.
At an early age, Darrell was involved with cutting horses and even rode Bareback events. He loved to hunt and fish, and his family has such great memories of both of these activities with their "Pops". He...
Michael Christopher Skaggs
Jan 13, 2025
Michael (Mike) Christopher Skaggs, 75, of Mineola, TX, passed away peacefully surrounded by his loved ones on Monday, January 13, 2025.
Mike was born on March 8, 1949, in Dallas, Texas, to Ralph and Dolores Skaggs.
He was the proud big brother to Shawn, Rick, Melanie, and Mark. Throughout their lives, the five siblings shared a strong bond, always prioritizing family, and...
David Woodard Covey
Jan 13, 2025
David Woodard Covey Jr., 78, of Yantis, Texas, passed away on January 13, 2025.
David was born on October 14, 1946, in Malakoff, Texas, to David Covey Sr. and Emma Jo Watson Smith. After graduating high school, David served his country proudly in the U.S. Navy during the Vietnam War.
Following his service, he built a career as a truck driver and...
Larry Cason
Jan 11, 2025
Larry Cason, 71, of Mineola, passed away on January 11, 2025. Larry was born on November 19, 1953, in Glennville, Georgia, to Harry and Redetha (Bath) Cason. After graduating from high school, he pursued a career in the trades, working as a handyman and becoming known for his skill and dedication. He also proudly served his country as a member...
Melvin Lee Weber
Jan 11, 2025
Melvin "Mel" Lee Weber, 77, of Alba, Texas, passed away at his home on January 11, 2025. He was born in El Dorado, Kansas, on August 23, 1947, to Fred Weber and Ruby (Greer) Weber.
Mel proudly served in the United States Navy, dedicating four years of his life to his country. Before his military service, he attended college, first earning...
Lonnie Houston Kale Jr.
Jan 11, 2025
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Lonnie Houston Kale Jr., 75, of Scurry, Texas, passed away on January 11, 2025, in Kemp, Texas.
Lonnie was born on July 22, 1949, in Marshall, Texas, to Lonnie Houston Kale Sr. and Norma Jean Sutton. He was a longtime resident of Scurry since 1987, and he attended Rafter J Cowboy Church...
Alice Ayleta Tedford
Jan 9, 2025
Alice Ayleta Tedford, 81, of Quitman, Texas, passed away on January 9, 2025. Alice was born on August 17, 1943, in Colorado City, Texas, to Christopher Weldon Manning and Faye Rebecca Brashear Manning. She spent much of her life in Abilene, Texas, before settling in the Wood County area in 2010. Alice worked as a daycare teacher, where her nurturing...
Christa Margarete Davis
Jan 7, 2025
Christa Margarete Davis, 83, of Mineola, Texas, passed away peacefully on January 7, 2025. She was born on December 24, 1941, in Frankfurt, Germany, to her loving parents, Hans and Wilhelmine Kerber Mohring.
Christa spent the first 19 years of her life in Germany before moving to Dallas, Texas, where she lived for 16 years. She then settled in the Pine...
Dorothy Ann Goodson
Jan 6, 2025
Dorothy Ann Goodson, 83, of Quitman, passed away on January 6, 2025 in Alba. She was born on July 3, 1941, in Comanche County, Oklahoma, to John Justice Black and Grace (Richardson) Black.
Dorothy was a loving mother and grandmother. She worked as a store manager for Kroger for many years, where she made lasting contributions to the company and its...
Eddie Veitch
Jan 2, 2025
Marion Edward “Eddie” Veitch, 78, of Quitman, Texas, passed away on January 2, 2025, in Tyler, Texas. Born on May 9, 1946, in Tyler, Texas, Eddie was the beloved son of Curtis and Nettie Barnett Veitch. He was a graduate of Quitman High School and East Texas A&M University – Commerce and then went on to proudly serve his country...
William "Bill" Robert Sawyer
Jan 1, 2025
William "Bill" Robert Sawyer, 87, of Springfield, Missouri, passed away on January 1, 2025. He was born on February 24, 1937, in Kansas City, Kansas, to Walter Leo Sawyer and Mary Antonia Sawyer.
Bill had a long career as a switchman for Southwestern Bell/SBC in the Kansas City area, serving the company for over 30 years before retiring. He was a...
Marian Essie West
Jan 1, 2025
Marian Essie West, 89, of Quitman, Texas, passed away peacefully on January 1, 2025. She was born on August 17, 1935, in Tennessee Colony, Texas, to her loving parents, Luther and Orbie Pressley Harrelson.
Marian grew up with a strong Baptist faith that guided her throughout her life. On January 5, 1980, she married her beloved husband, James Edward West, at...
Linda Kay Small
Dec 30, 2024
Linda Kay Small, a beloved daughter, mother, sister, grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully on December 30, 2024. She was born on February 28, 1953, in Dallas, Texas to Joseph Darwin Small Jr. and Jovita Tisalona Small.
She is survived by her brother, Michael Small; her sister, Pamela Foster; her son, James Hazelwood; and her grandchildren: Nicholas Hazelwood, Chris Hazelwood, Crystal...
Daniel Lee Metcalf
Dec 28, 2024
Daniel Lee Metcalf, age 91, of Mineola, Texas, passed away on December 28, 2024. Dan was born in Arkansas and grew up in Garland, Texas. He served in the United States Army and graduated college as a result of the G.I Bill. Dan fondly recalled his military service and always credited the Army as changing his life for the better....
Gregory Wayne Taylor
Dec 27, 2024
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Greg Taylor, a man who brought joy, love, and kindness to everyone he met.
Gregory Wayne Taylor was born in Irving, Texas to parents Gary and Brenda Taylor on December 18th 1968. Greg was an active child that always had to have someone to play with. This made him great...
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