Obituaries
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Beverly Dee Clement
Oct 15, 2023
Beverly Dee Clement, 75, of Emory, TX, passed away after a long illness on Sunday, October 15, 2023. Beverly was born in Baytown, TX on July 13, 1948. After attending Baytown Lee High School for 3 years, her family moved, and she graduated at Splendora High School. Bev attended University of Texas at Austin and relocated to San Francisco where...
Martha Kelley
Oct 12, 2023
Celebration of life for Martha Kelley, age 60 of Emory, Texas will be held on October 28, 2023 at Clifton Cemetery.
She was born on October 17, 1962, in Greenville, Texas to parents Harold Ray Smith and Annie Ely Lavana. Martha was a beloved member of the Rains ISD community for over 29 years. She was a remarkable woman who...
Thomas Duane Dill
Oct 9, 2023
Thomas Duane Dill, known to his loved ones as Tom, passed away on October 9th, 2023, in Greenville, Texas, at the age of 55. Tom was born on June 25th, 1968, in Louisville, Kentucky. He was a hard worker who excelled in masonry work, taking pride in every task he undertook, no matter how big or small.Tom is survived by his...
Randy Rimpley
Oct 3, 2023
Randy was born on March 17, 1948, in Arnold, Nebraska to Joy Hill and George Hill. Randy
married the love of his life, Marcy, on September 3, 1971. Marcy and Randy celebrated 52 years
of marriage. Randy was a military veteran and an excellent salesman for Johnston and Murphy.
Randy was very crafty from being a green thumb, building cars...
Neva Adcock Wesson
Sep 28, 2023
Funeral service for Neva Adcock Wesson, age 92 of Point, Texas will be held at 2:00 P.M. on Saturday, September 30, 2023 at First Baptist Church of Point. Interment will follow at Lone Star Cemetery with Andrew Adcock, Eric Adcock, Mark Pearson, Ricardo Villasenor, Ryan Armstrong and Shawn Armstrong serving as pallbearers. Honorary pallbearers will be Willie Willimas, Pete Suits,...
Juan Perez
Sep 25, 2023
Juan Perez, a devoted family man and dedicated worker, passed away on September 25, 2023, in Paris, TX. He was born on September 18, 1966, in San Miguel De Allende to parents Juan Perez and Maria Dejesus.
Juan had a fulfilling career as a Walmart supervisor for over 20 years. His commitment and strong work ethic made him a...
Benny Hanks
Sep 23, 2023
Benny Hanks, a beloved member of the Emory community, passed away on September 23, 2023, at the age of 87 in Mineola, Texas. Born on April 6, 1936, in Bonita, Texas, Benny led a remarkable life defined by dedication, kindness, and an unwavering love for his family and community.
Benny embarked on a fulfilling career as a truck driver that...
Reta Steinruck
Sep 22, 2023
Reta Faye Steinruck, an accomplished and respected quality manager, has left us with cherished memories. Born on May 12, 1953, in Greenville, Texas, the first of 9 children born to Grover and Addine Thomas, she brought light and happiness to the lives of those around her. Reta was more than just a successful professional; she was beautiful inside and...
Ronald Charles Murley
Sep 22, 2023
Ronald Charles Murley, known affectionately as Ronnie, passed away peacefully at his home in Emory, Texas on September 22, 2023. Born on April 11, 1945, in Dallas, Texas, Ronnie led a remarkable life filled with passion and dedication.Ronnie dedicated an astounding 50 years of his life to the construction industry. However, he never viewed his career as mere work; it...
Charles McClanahan
Sep 17, 2023
Charles Edward McClanahan, Sr. was born July 18, 1941 to parents Charlie and Callie McClanahan in Hogansville, Texas, Wood County. Charles passed this life September 17, 2023 peacefully at his home in Steamboat Shores. In 2008 Charles deeded House of Prayer, Inc 2 acres to build a church located on 1382 CR 515. Along with his life-long friend, James Colson,...
Joe Jones
Sep 17, 2023
Steven Joe Jones, born on July 7, 1963, in Liberal, Kansas, to biological parents Robert Merrell Sr. and Bebe Hargrove, has left an indelible mark on the hearts of his loved ones and the community. He peacefully departed from this world on September 17, 2023, in Tyler, Texas, with his devoted wife and mother by his side.
He was adopted...
Sharon Pendleton
Sep 14, 2023
Sharon Pendleton, a beloved bookkeeper, horse trainer, and barrel racer, passed away on September 14th, 2023. She was a woman of remarkable character, known for her unwavering loyalty and sweetness. Sharon's warm smile and genuine kindness touched the lives of many.She was born in Fort Worth, Texas on December 25th, 1948 to Frank Johnston and Jewel Alexander. Sharon is survived...
Jerry Wayne Hampton
Sep 12, 2023
Jerry Wayne Hampton, a beloved member of the community passed away on September 12, 2023, at the age of 43. Jerry will be remembered for his love and loyalty to family and friends, his sense of humor, outgoing and easy-going personality, and his dedication to work. Jerry was born on May 22, 1980, in Dallas, Texas. Jerry was cherished and...
Christopher "Chris" Joe Pilkinton
Sep 12, 2023
McKinney, Texas - Christopher Pilkinton, lovingly known as Chris, passed away peacefully at his home on September 12, 2023, in McKinney, Texas. He was born on June 6, 1978, in McKinney and was the beloved owner of Born Again Fencing, He was a custom fence builder.Chris was a remarkable individual who touched the lives of those around him with his...
Sam Carver
Sep 4, 2023
Samuel Webster Carver, a compassionate individual who dedicated his life to the care and welfare of others, passed away on September 4, 2023. He was born on November 20, 1946, and leaves behind a legacy of kindness and selflessness that will resonate with all those whose lives he touched.Sam Carver embarked on a career in the nursing field, driven by...
Jose Refugio Juarez
Aug 31, 2023
Jose Refugio Juarez, a beloved construction worker, passed away peacefully on August 31, 2023, in Canton. He was born on June 5, 1968, in San Miguel De Allende, Guanajuato, Mexico. Jose's family and friends are devastated by the loss of this incredible man who touched the lives of so many throughout his journey.
Jose's career as a construction worker...
Loy Dale Pressley Jr.
Aug 30, 2023
Loy Dale Pressley Jr. was born on January 30, 1943, in Ft. Worth, Texas. He was the epitome of a dedicated and loving husband, a role model as a military veteran, and a devout follower of Christ. Loy left this world on August 30, 2023, surrounded by his beloved family in Winnsboro, Texas.
From an early age, Loy exhibited a...
Thresa Matthews
Aug 26, 2023
Thresa Diane Spence Matthews passed away on August 26th at 9 pm after a long battle with peritoneal cancer.
Born on May 15th, 1961, to Roy and Delois Spence of Emory, Tx, Thresa is survived by her daughter Alex Matthews, her parents, her sister, Aleta Wells, and younger brother Keith Spence – as well as a plethora of nieces, nephews,...
William "Bill" Clark
Aug 25, 2023
William "Bill" Clark of Point, a beloved member of his community, passed away on August 25, 2023, in Emory, Texas. Born to Russell Clark and Marie Shover in New Castle, PA on September 11, 1933, Bill lived a life filled with love, dedication, and wholeheartedness.Bill's career spanned many years as a helicopter mechanic and his civil service work. His commitment...
Susan Wilburn
Aug 23, 2023
Susan Wilburn, beloved wife, mother and friend, passed away August 23, 2023, surrounded by her loved ones in Emory, Texas. She was born on September 26, 1943 to parents Linnie Howard Tidwell and Florence Evelyn Johnson. She was raised in Garland, Texas and graduated from Garland High School in 1962. She went on to graduate from Dental Hygiene school at...
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