Zack Van Zandt
1937-2017
Zack Samuel Van Zandt, passed away on Saturday Feb. 25th in his home. He was born to Zack Wilson Van Zandt and Myra Candace Neal on Jan. 27, 1937 in Amarillo. He was 80 years old.
Services will be held Saturday March 11th at 10:30 at Countryside Baptist Church, 1390 South Main, Mansfield, 76063.
Betty Chambless
1938-2017
Services for Betty Beatrice White Chambless, 78, of Wills Point, were held Thursday, March 9, 2017, at the Eubank Funeral Home Chapel in Canton with Bro. David Yarbrough officiating. Interment was in Haven of Memories Memorial Park in Canton.
She passed away March 5, 2017 in Canton.
She was born on Aug. 15, 1938 in Winkler to Teague and Mamie Weaver Williams.
She was a member of Brookside Baptist Church of Myrtle Springs. She grew up in Frost where she graduated from Frost High School and played basketball. She married Chester White June 15, 1957 and moved to Dallas and started their family.
After the death of Chester in September 2002, Betty married Joe Ed Chambless in January of 2004. Betty enjoyed traveling, playing dominoes and going on scrapbook retreats.
She is survived by her daughter, Teresa Wagner of Wills Point; three grandsons, Paul Lohmeyer of Lubbock, Brandon Kennemer of Garland and Christopher Kennemer of Garland, two great grandsons, Bentlee Kennemer and Elijah Kennemer. Her extended Chambless family are Joe Ed Chambless, Jr. and wife Peggy of Canton, Theresa Tidwell and husband Jerry Lynn of Canton, Linda Thompson and husband Larry of Canton, Tommy Chambless of Canton, Billy Chambless and wife Juanita of Grand Prairie, numerous grandchildren and great grandchildren and a sister-in-law, JoAnn Williams of Austin plus numerous cousins and friends.
She was preceded in death by her parents, her husbands, Chester White and Joe Ed Chambless, two brothers, Barney Williams, J. C. Williams, a daughter, Cindy Kennemer and a daughter-in-law, Alice Chambless.
Pallbearers were Paul Lohmeyer, Christopher Kennemer, Brandon Kennemer, Steve Williams, Mel Bishop, David Allen, Larry Williams and Bruce Williams.
Dorthy Crabb
1934-2017
Dorthy Crabb, 82, of Emory, passed away Tuesday, Feb. 28, 2017, in Tyler at Hospice of East Texas.
She was born Sept. 4, 1934, in Dallas.
In lieu of flowers, the family wishes donations be made to Hospice of East Texas, 4111 University Blvd., Tyler, 75701.
Gayther Heddins
1936-2017
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Gayther Heddins on March 4, 2017. He died peacefully at home surrounded by his loving wife of 61 years, his son and daughter.
He was born in Edgewood, June 2, 1936, to Albert William Heddins and Eula Frances Parker Heddins. He was the youngest of nine children.
He married his life-long sweetheart, Mary Dell Higginbotham Heddins. They would have celebrated their 62nd wedding anniversary on May 7th of this year. He and Mary were blessed with four children; Billy G. Heddins, Tommy R. Heddin, Terri Heddin Baker and Kevin D. Heddins.
He began his working career at Ford Motor Company in Dallas. He left there to farm and ranch with his dad. In addition to farming and ranching, he worked with Kelly Springfield in Tyler from April 15, 1963, until May 1, 1993. He continued farming and ranching, with the help of his son, Tommy, until his death.
He was well-known for his huge heart, wonderful hugs and his vegetable gardening! He was lovingly called “Uncle Gatorade” by his great nieces and “Big “G” by his adoring son-in-law Scott. If he knew you and liked you, you probably had a love-name!
He was also well known for his abundant crops of watermelon, peas, onions, tomatoes and potatoes, just to name a few. He loved gardening and always grew extra to share with friends and family. He recently discovered pea seeds he had thought were lost! He was so excited to know the great pea lineage would carry on! His son Tommy will continue his legacy of farming and ranching.
He was preceded in death by his parents, eight siblings, youngest son, Kevin Heddin in 1987, grandson Cody England in 2013 and oldest son, Billy Heddin in 2014.
He is survived by his wife, Mary; son, Tommy, Edgewood; daughter, Terri and husband Scott Baker, Dallas, and daughter-in-law, Cathy Heddin, Edgewood; seven grandchildren, Jennifer Farnsworth and husband Johnathon, Canton, Cheree Kirkwood and husband Darren, Canton, Billy Frank Heddin, Edgewood, Nicholas Grabbs and wife Christine of Poetry, Patrick Grabbs of Dallas and Andrew Grabbs of Frisco, Haley Heddin and husband, Allen Williams of Canton; nine great-grandchildren, Jaden, Jordan, Jaycelyn and Jamieson Farnsworth, James R. Grabbs, Savannah G. Grabbs Blakely Rae Williams, Adison and Riley Kirkwood.
Services were held Wednesday Feb. 8, 2017, at the Eubank Funeral Home in Canton.
James Horton
1934-2017
Services for James Robert (J.R.) (Bobby) (Slim) Horton, 82, of Ben Wheeler, were held Saturday, March 4, 2017, at Eubank Funeral Home in Canton.
Graveside services followed at Haven of Memories Memorial Park in Canton.
He passed away suddenly at home in Ben Wheeler after a short illness on Feb. 28, 2017.
‘Bobby’ as he was known by his close friends and family was born on April 13, 1934, in Dallas to Taylor ‘TM’ and Winnie Elam Horton. He grew up and attended school in Dallas. He later moved to East Texas where he met the love of his life.
He married his sweetheart, Jo Lynn, in 1959 and they had their only daughter, Dianna the following year.
He worked as a freight handler and a truck driver for over 30 years before retiring. His tall stature and thin physique earned him the nickname ‘Slim’ among his friends and coworkers.
He was committed to working hard and providing for his family. Even after retirement he continued to work countless hours on the farm and still managed to devote much of his time to his wife.
He loved his family and enjoyed working on the farm. He cherished memories of family vacations with his wife and daughter. He loved taking his grandchildren and great-grandchildren fishing. He was known as a straight-forward and honest man, and because of that, he was trusted and loved by the people in his life.
He is preceded in death by his parents; sisters-in-law, Mary Meredith, Nan Lewis, Peggy Parker; and brothers-in-law, Benny Frank Pennington, Morgan Pennington.
He is survived by his loving wife, Jo Lynn Horton; his daughter and son-in-law, Dianna Lynn and Joe McCauley; grandchildren, Bridgette Browne, Brandy Browne, Britney Martin; great- grandchildren, Makayla Brown, Elliott Browne, Shiloh Browne, Felicity Jimison, Maddison Jimison, Angelina Jimison; sisters-in-law, Frances Hyde, Maudie Whatley, and Ginger Pennington; and several nieces, nephews, and extended family members.
If you would like to give flowers, Mrs. Horton would prefer living or potted plants as opposed to cut flower arrangements so that they can serve as a lasting memorial to her beloved “Sweetie.”
Katherine Waldrop
1930-2017
Katherine Virginia Waldrop, 87, of Emory, passed away Saturday, Feb. 18, 2017, in Baylor Health Care System in Dallas. She was born. Feb. 18, 1930.
Kathy Owles
1951-2017
Services for Kathy Sue Adams Owles, 66, of Grand Saline, were held Thursday, March 9, 2017, at Silver Lake Cemetery with Bro. Mike Sullivan officiating.
She passed away March 5, 2017 in Grand Saline. She was born Feb. 2, 1951 in Van Zandt County to Neely and Agnes Armstrong Adams.
Opal Pierce
1934-2017
Opal Imogene Pierce “Jean” Pierce passed away on Friday, March 3, 2017 in Tyler, Texas. Jean was born on September 16, 1934 to Rufus and Flora Brown in Arkansas. Jean married James Alton “Jim” Pierce on November 10, 1960 in Samoa, California.
Jean is survived by husband of fifty-six years Jim Pierce, Sons Dwight and Pam Pierce of Plano, Texas, Randy Pierce of Shady Shore, Texas, Troy Pierce of Grand Junction, Colorado, and Barry and Shari Pierce, of Kaufman, Texas. She is also survived by grandchildren, John Wadle, Casey Pierce, Shelly Pierce, Brandon Pierce, Jackson Pierce, Ryan Pierce and Raigan Pierce and great grandson Zane Guerra.
Jean was a member of New Harmony Baptist Church in Tyler, Texas. Jean enjoyed traveling with her husband and could sew anything. Jean had a great love for her Lord, Jesus Christ and drew many people to her with her loving personality and great smile.
Services for Jean will be held on Tuesday, March 7, 2017 at New Harmony Baptist Church in Tyler. Internment will be held at the National Cemetery of Dallas.
In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the benevolence fund at New Harmony Baptist Church, Tyler, Texas
Troy Brimer
1957-2017
Troy Laveral Brimer, 59, of Emory, passed away Monday morning, Feb. 13, 2017, in Christus Mother Frances Hospital in Sulphur Springs. He was born March 30, 1957.
William Dollgener
William Dollgener
1973-2017
Memorial services for William “Beau” Alec Dollgener, 44, of Canton, were held Wednesday, March 8, 2016 at Eubank Funeral Home with Max Callahan officiating.
Mr. Dollgener passed away Saturday March 4, 2017 in Canton.
He was born Jan. 26, 1973 in Dallas to William Lynn Dollgener and Oneida Helen Gamon.
He grew up in Canton and graduated from Canton High School in 1992. He enjoyed fishing, basketball, and being outdoors. He was a big fan of the Dallas Cowboys, Texas A&M, and The Beatles.
He is survived by his father, Billy Dollgener of Tyler; mother, Helen Gamon of Canton; daughter, Destiny Dollgener; daughter, Chelsey Dollgener; sister, Ashley Silverman; brother, Garett Dollgener; grandmother, Mary Jane Gamon; step sister, Emily Raines; nephew, Spencer Raines; niece, Peyton Raines and sister, Stacy Levin.
He is preceded in death by his grandparents, Bill and Betty Dollgener; and nephews, Dillion Young and Cash Dollgener.
Glenda Thompson
1925-2017
Funeral services for Glenda Ruth Welch Thompson, 92, Van, were held Saturday, March 11, 2017 at Van United Methodist Church with Rev. Mark McClanahan and Prissy Grace officiating. Burial followed at Fairway Garden of Memories Cemetery.
She was born Jan. 30, 1925 in Dekalb to T. C. and Lula Welch. After graduating as the valedictorian from Dekalb High School, she attended East Texas State Teachers College in Commerce where she met her future husband W. H. (Harpy) Thompson.
She and Harpy married in 1944 and she worked in an ordinance plant in Anniston, Ala. until Harpy, a U. S. Marine, was shipped overseas during World War II, after which she returned to Dekalb and worked as a secretary at the Red River Arsenal in New Boston.
After the war the Thompsons moved to Van to teach in the Van ISD, where she taught physical education for a year. The couple was blessed with two children, Beverly, born in 1947, and Brenda, born in 1949.
In 1952, after the death of her father, Mrs. Thompson’s mother moved to Van and she and her mother opened and operated a dress shop, “Glenda’s”, in downtown Van until it was destroyed by fire in December1967.
In 1969 she went back to college and received a master’s degree in elementary education. She taught in Canton for one year and then moved to a fourth grade teaching position in Van where she remained until her retirement in 1988.
At Van United Methodist Church she served as president and treasurer of Methodist Women and taught Sunday school. She was a member of the Order of the Eastern Star and was an active member of the Van Chamber of Commerce and Van Kiwanis, coordinating the Kiwanis flag program for many years. She was an avid bridge player and was a member of the Van Duplicate Bridge Club. She served as Van’s 1997 Lady of Yesteryear.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Wilburn Harpy Thompson in 1990.
She is survived by her daughters, Beverly Ann Thompson Rodgers and husband Tom Rodgers of Van and Brenda Thompson Fletcher and husband Danny Fletcher of Austin; grandchildren, Tracy Elaine Rodgers Thornton and husband Dale Thornton of Austin, Chad Fletcher and wife Jennifer of Austin, and Cameron Fletcher of Austin; and great-grandchildren Kinley and Carley Thornton of Austin and Arial Fletcher of Austin.
Members of the Colfax Lodge #904 of Van served as pallbearers.
Helen Goodwin
1926-2017
Funeral services for Helen Ruth Goodwin, 90, of Austin, formerly of Cedar Creek Lake, were held Saturday, March 11, 2017, at Allan Fuller Funeral Home Chapel in Wills Point. Interment followed at Myrtle Springs Cemetery.
She passed away Monday, March 6, 2017, in Austin.
She was born September 11, 1926, in Canton.
Allan Fuller Funeral Home www.allanfullerfuneralhome.com
James Hay
1948-2017
Memorial service for James Clyde “Jimmy” Hay, 68, of Wills Point, is scheduled for 2:00 p.m. Saturday, March 18, 2017 at his family farm north of Wills Point. Arrangements are under the direction of Allan Fuller Funeral Home in Wills Point.
He passed away Friday evening, Feb. 10, 2017, in Forney.
He was born Aug. 7, 1948, in Wills Point, the son of Harvey Hay and Panjo Jean Fischer Hay. He was raised in Wills Point and graduated from Wills Point High School in 1966. He later attended U.T. Arlington. He was in the Army Reserve and was discharged on July 11, 1974. He was self-employed as an independent insurance adjuster, retiring in 2005. He enjoyed woodworking, operating heavy equipment, hunting, fishing and politics. He loved the land, especially his farm. He was a member of the Church of Christ.
He is preceded in death by his parents, Harvey and Panjo Hay and a granddaughter, Mary Grace Hartline.
He is survived by four daughters, Denise Hartline and husband, Bob, of Round Rock, Amie Harris and husband, Greg, of Royse City, Jamie Rogers and husband, Eric, of Avon, Ind., and Melissa Bunch and husband, Shannon, of Forney; sister, Suzanne Younger, of Katy; ten grandchildren, Madeleine, Aiden, Alex, Desirae Hartline, Ethan and Reese Harris, Karlie, Jaxon, Sam Rogers and Emme Bunch; great-granddaughter, Elena Trevino; two nephews, Owen and Matt Younger and special friends, Pilo and Veda Herrara and their family.
Allan Fuller Funeral Home www.allanfullerfuneralhome.com.
James McGahee
1920-2017
James Herman McGahee was born June 19, 1920 in Alba and passed away March 9, 2017 in Wylie. Mr. McGahee is survived by his wife, Garland McGahee; his daughters, Kathy Bullock, Patricia Macavanagh and Sandra Jones; and a son, James H. McGahee, Jr. Funeral service was held Monday, March 13, 2017 at the Restland Memorial Chapel.
Jessie Williams
Jessie Williams
1933-2017
Services for Jessie Williams, 83, of Fruitvale, were held Monday, March 13, 2017, at Bartley Funeral Home, with Bro. Eddie Paul Stanley officiating. Interment followed Grove Hill Memorial Park, Dallas.
Mr. Williams passed away March 11, 2017, at his home in Fruitvale. He was born Dec. 7, 1933, in Caddo Mills to I.N. and Linnie Mae McCormack Williams. He was a farmer in his early years and owned/operated Williams Lawn and Maintenance. He spent 35 years in Mesquite before moving to Fruitvale about 25 years ago, where he attended Round Flat Pentecostal Church and Riverside Mission Church for many years. He worked for Sears for 23 years and had volunteered many years at the Denton State School. He had a servant’s heart. He helped at Troy Suggs Funeral Home for several years, picked tomatoes with J. R. Hazel, substituted as custodian for Fruitvale ISD and was involved and supported all activities with his kids and grandkids. He was preceded in death by his parents; son, Danny Joe Williams; sister, Flossie Vaughan; and brother, Don Williams.
Survivors include his wife of 63 years, Ruby Williams of Fruitvale; two sons, Jerry Lee Williams and wife Tanis of Fruitvale, and Eddie Williams and Victoria Parrish of Pottsboro; daughter, Peggy Jean Haverly and husband John of Eustace; two brothers, Willie E. Williams of Point and James Richard Williams and wife Christine of Garland; thirteen grandchildren; forty-one great-grandchildren; two great-great-grandchildren; sisters-in-law, Melvadean Williams of Kaufman and Odie Nutt of Carthage; and numerous other relatives and friends.
Pallbearers were Jamie Williams, Jon Williams, Timothy Williams, Kenneth Williams, and John DuShane.
Kathy Owles
1951-2017
Services for Kathy Sue Adams Owles, 66, of Grand Saline, were held Thursday, March 9, 2017, at Silver Lake Cemetery with Bro. Mike Sullivan officiating.
She passed away March 5, 2017, in Grand Saline. She was born Feb. 2, 1951, in Van Zandt County to Neely and Agnes Armstrong Adams.
Nathan Justice
Nathan Justice
1984-2017
Services for Nathan Alan Justice were held on Tuesday, Feb. 28, 2017 at Hilliard Funeral Home. Ed Wisehard officiated. He was laid to rest at Union Chapel Cemetery, Smith County.
He was born February 15, 1984 in Terrell and passed away at the age of 33 on Feb. 25, 2017. He was a life-long resident of Van and graduate of Van High School. He was a carpenter, working as partner with his dad in the construction business, Don Justice Remodeling. He was an outdoorsman, and loved to fish and hunt.
He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Arvil and Agnes Justice and James and Inez Dunklin.
Survivors include his parents, Don and Donja Justice of Van; brothers and sisters-in-law, Kenneth and Leslie Justice of Van and Mitchell and Patti Justice; sister and brother-in-law, Laura and Claude Stephens of Baytown; nephews, Landon Justice, Camdon Justice, Topher Stephens; niece, Katie Durrent and many other relatives and friends.
Robert Conway, Sr.
1922-2017
Services for Robert Clayton Conway Sr., 94, of Canton were held March 11, 2017, at Canton Church of Christ in Canton.
Graveside services were held at Wesley Chapel Cemetery in Canton.
He passed away on March 8, 2017, in Canton.
He was born on December 5, 1922, in Glenmora, La to Ray Allen and Mentora “Minnie” Stephens Conway.
He served during World War II. During that time he received many decorations including American Theater Campaign Ribbon, Asiatic-Pacific Campaign Ribbon with 2 Bronze Stars, Good Conduct Medal, Victory Ribbon, 1 Service Strip, and 2 Overseas Service Bars. Robert was a mechanic for PanAir for a time before returning to Texas. He played semi pro-baseball during the 1940s. He loved to fish, golf, gardening, drinking coffee, and playing with his grandchildren.
He is preceded in death by his parents.
He is survived by his loving wife of 68 years, Florence Conway of Canton; son, Robert Clayton Conway Jr. and wife Kathy of Canton; daughter, Ruth and Tim Braud of Many, La; daughter, Karen Conway of Canton; daughter, Kristine Conway of Frisco; grandchildren, Robert Clayton Conway III and wife Alicia of Canton, Anna K. Pazos of Canton, Justin and Kerri Davis of Pelican, La; Tammy and Derek Mong of Many, La, Travis and Cherish Davis of Florien, La, and Kaitlyn Whetstine of Spokane, Wash.; great grandchildren, Robert Clayton Conway IV, Casey R. Conway, Ridge C. Conway, Stockton L. Cranek, Lincoln Pazos, Brooke Davis, Ty Davis, Addie Davis, Kaitlyn Mong, Jase, Mong, Mallory Keys, Prestin Davis; great-great-grandchildren, Layla, Luke, Lynnlee.
Sharla Deen
1966-2017
Memorial service for Sharla Kay Bray Deen, 50, of Kemp was held Friday, March 10, 2017 at Allan Fuller Funeral Home Chapel in Wills Point.
She passed away early Tuesday morning, March 7, 2017, in Seven Points, due to a car accident.
She was born Oct. 19, 1966, in Lubbock, the daughter of Jim and Pat Bray. She was raised in Richardson and graduated from Dallas Christian High School in 1985. She later attended Paris Junior College. For seven years, she was married to Kurtis Deen. She was a L.V.N. for several years and enjoyed working with children and the elderly. She was currently employed by VIVA Pediatrics in Dallas. She loved her family very much and enjoyed spending time with them especially her son, Korey. She also enjoyed word search puzzles. Prior to moving to Kemp two years ago she lived in Greenville. She was a member of the Church of Christ.
She was preceded in death by her grandparents, Jim and Naomi Humphries, Jean Humphries and J.D. and Johnnie Bray and a cousin, Pamela Bray.
She is survived by a son, Korey Deen, of Allen; parents, Jim and Pat Bray, of Wills Point and brother, Greg Bray and wife, Aimee, of Dallas
William Dollgener
1973-2017
Memorial services for William “Beau” Alec Dollgener, 44, of Canton, were held Wednesday, March 8, 2016, at Eubank Funeral Home with Max Callahan officiating.
Mr. Dollgener passed away Saturday March 4, 2017 in Canton.
He was born Jan. 26, 1973, in Dallas to William Lynn Dollgener and Oneida Helen Gamon.
He grew up in Canton and graduated from Canton High School in 1992. He enjoyed fishing, basketball, and being outdoors. He was a big fan of the Dallas Cowboys, Texas A&M, and The Beatles.
He is survived by his father, Billy Dollgener of Tyler; mother, Helen Gamon of Canton; daughter, Destiny Dollgener; daughter, Chelsey Dollgener; sister, Ashley Silverman; brother, Garett Dollgener; grandmother, Mary Jane Gamon; step sister, Emily Raines; nephew, Spencer Raines; niece, Peyton Raines; and sister, Stacy Levin.
He is preceded in death by his grandparents, Bill and Betty Dollgener; and nephews, Dillion Young and Cash Dollgener.
