Obituaries

Sep 4, 2020

OBITUARY

Never to be outdone-even by the pandemic,

Delois Brown Wright was called to her heavenly

resting place Friday, September 4, 2020. She was clothed in strength and dignity, and laughed

without fear of the future. When she spoke; her words were wise.

She accepted Christ at an early age and was a faithful member of Sidney Temple C.O.G.I.C. for...

Jul 14, 2020

Jun 22, 2020

Sergeant Damone E. Williams was born on June 30, 1974 in Mineola, Texas to Carl Johnson and Thomisena Williams.  He was preceded in death by; wife Jamie Cox Williams, mother Thomisena Williams, grandmother Minnie L. Williams, grandfather Saron Johnson, and grandmother Alberta Johnson.

Damone was educated in the public schools of Mineola,Texas.  He later became a member of the United...

May 30, 2020

George LaVenn Lampkin Jr., was born November 23,1978 in Compton, California to Toyia McClendon and George Lampkin, Sr. George grew up in Upland, California where he managed to touch every person, he encountered. His charisma was unmatched. And his infectious laugh is what he will be remembered by. He was a gentle giant and you could always count on him...

May 8, 2020

Life Reflections

Obituary

Dora Rochell Griffin Lampkin was born September 3, 1962 in Tyler, TX to Harvey and Elsie Griffin. Rochell was the third born of their five daughters.

Rochell attended Tyler ISD schools. She was a licensed cosmetologist and graduate from Richard & Joseph’s Artistic School of Hair Design. Rochell was a renowned hairstylist in the Tyler community for over 30...

Mar 24, 2020

Life Reflections

Margaret Ann Adams was a gift to Smith County, Texas on March 15, 1943. Born the third child of the late Costroma and Margaree Freeman-Adams, Margaret Ann was the gift that kept on giving. She was daughter, a sister (sometimes referred to as #3), and a learner that kept on learning. She was a devoted, wife mother, servant, friend,...

Mar 22, 2020

Anthony Ray Griffin (aka) “Skeeter” was  born , January 10, 1969              

in Dallas, Texas to Gwendolyn and James Griffin.  Anthony was                       

raised in Compton California , with his brother  James.                                     

Anthony was baptized at Lil Zion Missionary Baptist Church in                               

Compton,CA.  He was a member of  St. Paul Missionary                                     

Baptist Church.  Anthony was a man of Integrity and Strength                              

with ...

Feb 13, 2020

Jan 15, 2020

Catina Lynn Jackson was born in Dallas, Texas on May 21, 1972 to the late Cheryl and Lorenzo Thompson.  She attended Mineola ISD where she graduated with the Class of 1990.  In her early years she attended and joined the Bethieham United Methodist Church in Hawkin, TX.  Catina was employed at Geico Insurance Company in Dallas TX. until she made...

Dec 27, 2019

Nov 27, 2019

        

His Legacy Lives on

Marvin Howard Sampson

“Duckey”

 

Marvin Howard Sampson was born September 19, 1943 in Ardmore PA. To the late Howard and Mary Jane Walton Sampson. Marvin graduated from McFarland High in 1962 where he was the Star Running Back helping to lead the McFarland Bears to a State Championship in 1961. He earned a scholarship...

Oct 3, 2019

Paul Daniel Else, Jr. ((JR) was born March 16, 1969 to the late Paul Daniel Else, Sr. and Minnie Pearl Else Mcgee in Marshall Texas.

He attended Marshall ISD early in life, and later in life attended Quitman ISD where he participated in sports and graduated in 1989.

Paul was loved by his family unconditionally.

He never married, and had...

Sep 16, 2019

Obituary

Eula Mae Williams Tave was born November 27, 1951 to the Late Ross and Alberta Williams in Dallas TX.

She grew up and attended school in Gilmer Tx. graduating from Gilmer ISD. After graduation she went on to Prairie View A&M University.

Later in life she married the late Micheal Tave,and for thirty four years she was a devoted...

Aug 29, 2019

 

Manuel was the first baby born at Mineola General Hospital on January 15, 1965. He grew up in Mineola where he attended and graduated from Mineola High School in 1983. He attended Tyler Junior College, Texas College and was a member of the Mineola Mass Choir. He worked as a Security Guard at the Salvation Army in Dallas, TX....

Aug 24, 2019

Luther LeRoy Tave was born April 18, 1955 in Mineola, Texas to James Henry and Thelma Watts Giles Tave.  One of 8 children of this union.

Luther lived most of his life in Mineola, TX. attending McFarland High School and graduating from Mineola High School in 1974.  While playing football at Mineola High School he earned the nickname ThunderBird because...

Aug 15, 2019

Aug 7, 2019

Khalli Hawkins was born April 23, 2019 to Joshua Fauncher and Knesha Hawkins.

On August 7, 2019 God called her home.  She leave to cherish her memories her Father Joshua Fauncher, Mother Knesha Kawkins, Sisters McKenzie Hawkins and McKnlei Hawkins all of Mineola Texas; and a host of family and friends.

May 11, 2019

Apr 1, 2019

Reflections of Life

Bro. Johnny Fonza was born to the late Lewis Fonza and Arnie Austin Fonza on December 6, 1941.

He began his education in Troup,Tx and finished at Central High School in Troup, TX.

He was short in stature, but was a very good athlete.

He was employed at Tyler Pipe for 44 years, before his health failed...

Mar 30, 2019

Obituary

Glen Johnson Jr. was born on December 9,1946 In Mineola, TX. to the late Glen Johnson Sr. and Mealie Ann Stephens-Johnson.

Glen graduated from McFarland High School.  Upon graduating he joined the United Stated Air Force, where he served for eight years.  He also married his high school sweetheart Linda Sue Gregory-Smith in that same year, to that union...