Obituaries
Earl Trammell Gee
Oct 9, 2026
Earl T. Gee, a devoted husband, loving father, son, brother, and loyal friend to many, completed his earthly journey on October 9, 2026, at the age of 58.
Earl entered the world on January 1, 1968, the son of the late Rev. Albert Gee and Mary L. Gee. From his very first moments, Earl was determined to do things his own...
Gladys Tuck
Sep 27, 2026
On June 10, 1951, a beautiful baby girl was born to the parents of Minnie Lee Taylor and Henry Davis. Gladys, a lifelong resident of Mineola,Texas attended McFarland High School and graduated from Mineola High School in 1969. In 1967, she married Cecil Sim Tuck, Jr. where four children were born to this union.
Gladys was a faithful member of St....
Lee Bertha Johnson
Jul 2, 2026
Lee Bertha Johnson was born in Mineola, Texas on Tuesday, February 11, 1941, to the parentage of Arthur Lee Clark and LC Wooten. She and her sibling were raised in Mineola, Texas, where she began her Christian walk at an early age. Serving and worshiping at Sidney Temple Church of God in Christ for more than sixty years.
In her...
Jacqueline Wright Brumsey
Jun 27, 2026
Jacqueline Wright Brumsey was born on June 20, 1952, in Emory, Texas, to the late Nora Nell Davis and John L. Wright. On June 27, 2026, she peacefully completed her earthly journey, leaving behind a legacy of faith, compassion, resilience, and selfless service.
In 1970, Jacqueline moved to Mineola, Texas, where she married George Brumsey, Sr. From this union, five children...
Steve Earl Tave
Apr 23, 2026
Life’s Story
Steve Earl Tave, affectionately known as “Joker” was born on...
Billy Jack Brown
Mar 29, 2026
Billy Jack Brown was born on July 16, 1937. He passed away peacefully on March 29, 2026, at his home, surrounded by loved ones. His memory will be cherished by all who knew him.
Donna Mary Jackman
Jan 6, 2026
Donna Mary Jackman was born Thursday, May 8, 1947, in Monterey, CA to the late Sam Dean and Helen Brooks Dean. She departed this life on Wednesday, January 7, 2026.
Donna lived and worked a long career in Telecommunications, first with Pacific Bell and later with AT&T. She would retire after 30 years of service in 2004 in Los Angeles, CA....
Lola Mae Clemons
Dec 26, 2025
Lola Mae Clemons entered this world September 28,1940 to Rufus and Frances Bradley McDowell.
Lola McDowell graduated from McFarland High in 1959.
On December 29, 1961, Lola Mae McDowell married Billy Ray Clemons & remained faithfully married until his death in 2011.
Together they raised two amazing children, Alethea, and Kelvin Clemons with a spirit of compassion.
Born into a family that valued faith,...
Linda Sue Smith
Aug 17, 2025
Linda Sue Smith
LINDA SUE SMITH WAS BORN ON DECEMBER 5, 1949, IN MINEOLA, TEXAS, TO LEONARD CHARLES GREGORY AND MINNIE LEE WILLIAMS (LEON WILLIAMS SR). SHE PASSED AWAY PEACEFULLY ON AUGUST 17, 2025, IN TYLER, TEXAS, SURROUNDED BY THE LOVE OF HER FAMILY.
LINDA WAS PRECEDED IN DEATH BY HER PARENTS; HER BELOVED HUSBAND, ROBERT HAYWOOD FRANKLIN SMITH; HER SISTERS, THOMENSA...
Lue Murrell Lindsey
Aug 13, 2025
Lue L. Lindsey was born Wednesday, March 15, 1939, in Hawkins, Texas, to the parentage of Monroe and Lucy Murrell, she was the fourteenth of seventeen children. She departed this life to be with her Lord and Savior on Wednesday, August 13, 2025, leaving her family and friends heartbroken ...
Sandra Bigham Pipkins
Apr 8, 2025
Sandra Bigham Pipkins, born Thursday, September 4, 1952, in Mineola, Texas, to the parentage of Johnny and Ella Mae Bigham. Sandra was suddenly called home on April 8, 2025, at her residence leaving her family and friends devasted and heartbroken.
Sandra was baptized at an early age at East Chapel Christian Methodist Episcopal Church finding fellowship and support in her community.
Sandra's...
Eddie Ray Walton
Apr 7, 2025
Eddie Ray was born on May 11, 1940, in Mineola, Texas. He was the only son born to the union between Edward and Lucille Walton. He attended elementary and high school at Addie McFarland School, where he lettered in four sports. He began his walk with the Lord at St. Paul Missionary Baptist Church in Mineola.
Eddie received a bachelor’s degree...
Tommy Lewis Williams
Mar 30, 2025
Tommy Lewis Williams, a beloved member of the Mineola community, passed away on March 30, 2025, at the age of 73. Born on October 2, 1951, in Mineola, Texas, Tommy's life was a testament to his faith, family, and friendship.
Tommy began his Christian Walk at an early age at East Chapel CME Church in Mineola. Tx. His spiritual journey led...
Reverend Evelyn Louise McCann
Feb 7, 2025
Reverend Evelyn Louise McCann
Evelyn was born August 17,1941 in Hawkins, Texas to the proud parents of Saron and Alberta Johnson. She graduated from Hawkins Colored High School. She was employed and also attended Jarvis Christian University.
Evelyn’s life took a beautiful turn when she met and married Lovorn McCann, who became her soulmate and lifelong companion. Their union blossomed into a...

