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She moved with her family to Polk County in 1981, residing in Lake Wales until 1995 when they relocated to Lakeland. A Celebration of Gordies Life will be at 2:00 PM, Wednesday, April 1, 2020 also at Onalaska United Pentecostal Church with Mike Bryan officiating. She was generous and kind and the love of our Savior shined through her. She is survived by her loving husband, Bill Berry; children, Shane Berry & wife Julie, Mark Berry & wife Melinda, Vance Berry & wife Valerie; grandchildren, Payge, Lexi, Skyler, Jayden, Kade, Kayson, Karson, Madi and Brynlee; sister by choice, Gloria Brumfield; four sisters; one brother; and numerous nieces and nephews Jean was a loving wife, mother, and Meme. God blessed her to apply the knowledge she gained on her job to become a better servant in her church. He also loved trying out any type of instrument just to see if he could master it. Celebration and Interment of Jerrys life will be Saturday 10:00 AM, July 11, 2020 at Oates Cemetery Leggett, Tx with pastor Richard Gray officiating. past year at legacy.com Obituaries, Heath Funeral Chapel When she wanted a change of scenery at home, she would rearrange the furniture in the living room to give it a new look. She leaves behind many beautiful paintings for family to enjoy. Active Pallbearers: Velton Price Jr., Capon Banks, Brody Barnes, Travis Dirden, Troy Moses, Cornelius Cooper, John Terry Honorary Pallbearers: Cedric Williams, Patrick Scott, Jason Washington, Charlie Carter, Danny Carter. Interment will follow in the Peebles Cemetery in Livingston, Texas. Mildred is survived by her daughters, Deborah Rothman and son-in-law, Bobby, Kathy Pugh and son-in-law, Charles, and Cindy Chesson; son Wesley Bradley, Jr.; 9 grandchildren; 23 great-grandchildren; 3 great-great-grandchildren; along with numerous other relatives and friends.. Cochran Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. Wyble, Andrew Alexander, Cory McDaniel, Richard Moore, Members of Hankamer VFD. She Cherished her family above all things. He was a roamer who loved being around people and listening to country music. Steve Waldrep officiating. Woodworking was a hobby he was passionate about and could build just about anything that came to mind. Officiating are ministers speaking as led by the Holy Spirit. Interment will follow in the Shiloh Cemetery in Moscow. Visitation will be held Monday, April 26, 2021 from 5-8 p.m. at Corrigan Funeral Home. Eric was born January 11, 1976 in Livingston, Texas to parents Shirley Criswell and Milton Baldwin, and he passed away May 3, 2020 in Galveston, Texas. He was born September 25, 1957 in Corpus Christi, Texas to parents James and Opal Weeks who preceded him in death along with Eddie. "Bo" Fortune Funeral Services for W. S. Bo Fortune, 94, of Corrigan, Texas will be held at 2:00 p.m. Saturday, January 23, 2021 in the Corrigan First Baptist Church with Bro. He spent a short time in the U. S. Air Force serving his country. Interment will follow in Lake Pool Cemetery, in Shepherd, Texas. They married on June 25, 1960 and remained faithfully by each others side. Viewing 11 AM to 12 PM at Greenfield Cemetery. Steven is survived by his loving wife, Rebecca Whitworth; stepson, John Tyler Whitworth; brother, Craig Thomas; grandchildren, Hayes Steven Whitworth, Henley Cheyann Whitworth; nephew, Kyle Thomas; niece, Hallie Thomas; as well as many family, friends, and loved ones. She is preceded in death by her parents. Polk County Genealogy at Family Search. Gentry-Morrison Funeral Homes Two years later, she was blessed with twins. Please sign our online guestbook at www.cochranfh.com. Minnie is survived by her daughters, Carrie Denman and husband Terry of Trinity; Beverly Walling Wood and husband Neal of Conroe; son, Calvin Walling and wife Donna of Center, AL; 8 grandchildren and numerous great-great grandchildren and other relatives and friends. He worked for Texas Fiberglass as a plant operator for many years. Over the last several years, Robert lived in New Orleans where he fell in love with the people, scenery , antique collecting, structures of the old buildings and the overall beauty of the city. Her next passion was cooking. Interment to follow at Peebles Cemetery in Livingston, Texas. Carolyn Hoot Funeral Services for Carolynn Hoot, 49, of Corrigan will be held on Friday, September 25, 2020 at 11:00 a.m. in the Union Springs Missionary Baptist Church with Pastor Lesly Wilkinson and Pastor Rex Hoot officiating. Married Cordelia Carter in 1981 and proud to have her as my bride for 40 years. Grandchildren, Ashlyn Hodges of Livingston, Texas; Amber Barbee and Husband Jake of Knoxville, Tennessee; Karla Burleson and Husband Jason of Onalaska, Texas; Aaron Craft and Wife Tanya of Austin, Texas; Jamie Whipple and Husband Jesse of Livingston, Texas; Tiffany Dupree and Husband Jordan of Conroe, Texas; Brandon Williams of Onalaska, Texas; Justin Reeves of Livingston, Texas; Rusty Reeves of Onalaska, Texas. He was ordained as a Deacon under the leadership of the late Pastor Ronnie Coleman. A Graveside service for Lloy will be held Thursday, October 6, 2022, at 2:00 pm at Peebles Cemetery in Livingston, Texas with Pastor Gregory Gerald officiating. She is survived by her children, Raymond E. Hannon, Ray T. Hannon, Rachel L. Hannon, and Gwendolyn Hannon Mitchell; grandchildren, Ebony T. Robinson, Shawnta S. Morrison, Nichole Y. Hannon, Khristopher D. Hannon, Nicholas Hannon, Anthony R. Hannon, Jacqueline M. Hannon, Clarissa E. Mitchell, and Corrie A. Mitchell; 12 great grandchildren; siblings, Mary B. Martin, Edith F. Barnes, George Martin, Bennie C. Martin, Robert T. Martin and numerous other relatives and friends. Jessica Harris De Jesus Funeral Services for Jessica Harris De Jesus, 33, of Warren will be held Wednesday, December 22, 2021, at 2:00 p.m. in the First Baptist Church in Corrigan with Pastor Lesly Wilkinson officiating. He also enjoyed taking rides on his motorcycle. Paul loved his grandkids. Keith Broyles officiating. He is preceded in death by his parents, Joseph B. and Sylvia Wilkins; daughter Donna McBryde; son in laws, Jeffrey French, Michael Scott Poe, and Todd Pain; grandsons, Grant Pike and Ryan Sherry; best friend, Ralph Vascek. Dillon. Obituaries in Lakeland, FL Pallbearers will be, Garrett Battise, Keifer Williams, Ricky Sylestine, Derek Battise, Kirk Battise, Joey Silva, Jeremiah Waggoner and Mikko Harvel. Feb. 13, 2023 at Winter Haven Hospital surrounded by family. Interment will follow in the Shiloh Cemetery in Moscow. Visitation will be Sunday, March 13, 2022, at Pace Funeral Home from 5p-8p. He was also very close with Betty Anns family, brother and wife Gary and Eva Hatcher; her two sisters and their husbands Mary and Ray Whitmire, and Evie Lou and Danny Shew. She wanted to see the world and the only way she thought she could do that was to become an airline stewardess. She was a gifted seamstress and artist. In her younger years, she enjoyed spending time at the lake fishing. On Tuesday, October 12, 2012, at Methodist Hospital in Houston, Texas, she peacefully departed from this life, surrounded by her family, at the age of 69 years. Barbara passed from this life March 1,2020 in Brownwood, TX at the age of 79. She is preceded in death by her parents; husband, J.W. Raymond was a wonderful Christian man and loved life. Penny Gayle DarlingNovember 4, 1960 - March 15, 2020 Funeral services for Penny Gayle Darling, 59, of Livingston, Texas, will be held Sunday, March 22, 2020 at 2:00 p.m. in the Cochran Funeral Home Chapel in Livingston, Texas. -, -, -, -. Brother: Milton Mays (Roxie) of Leggett, TX; Sister-in-Law: Vernice Mays of Leggett, TX; Grandchildren: Crashonda Dewalt (Arthur) of Humble, TX; Katrina O'Hare (Tony) of Huntsville, TX; Redonia Vance and Christie Johnson, both of Houston, TX; Kelcee Mitchell of Austin, TX and Kaycee Mitchell of League City, TX; Great Grandchildren: Mikaila O'Hare of San Marcos, TX, India Swearington, Christa Johnson, Kendra Lewis and Skylar McCullough, all of Houston, TX; and a host of other relatives and friends. Bro. Minnie was a Baptist by faith and love the Lord with all her heart. Its now called Buckshots Icehouse. passed away peacefully March 23rd, 2021 at Clear Lake Hospital in Webster, Tx. Bill is preceded in death by his parents, Ralph & Alta Mae Simon, and brother Ralph Simon Jr. Bill was a loving husband, father, grandpa, and a faithful friend that will be missed deeply. Honorary Pallbearers: Jeff Simpson, Mack Lewis, Brody McDaniel, Justin Jordan, Kory O'Bannon, Justin Johnson, Fred Johnson, Matthew Eslora, Jason Wayne Leger, Jason Lee Leger, Justin McBride, C.J. Interment will follow in Carrington Cemetery, in Seven Oaks, Texas. Pall Bearers: Chris Hambrick, Chad Reeks, Jacob Moreno, Melvorne Walters, Hunter Skeeters and Josh Gatewood. Edwin is survived by his son and daughter-in-law, Edwin and Courtney Fann of Chester; stepdaughter, Shari Card and husband Jason; brother and sister-in-law, Bryan and Wanda Fann of Corrigan; sisters and brothers-in- law, Wanda and Larry Sikes of St. Clair, MO, Sally and Billy Seale of Lufkin, Nine Bowman of Corrigan, Jane and Tony Stephens of Lufkin; and Jean and Dave Reid of Buford, GA; grandchildren, Blaine and Bailey Fann and Paris Cockrell and numerous nieces and nephews and other relatives and friends. Andra was the Northwood Manor Hero. In 1980 he married Janet Lynn Wilson Davis of Houston, Texas. He had a great love for his children and his nieces and nephews. Daddy used all the watercolors in the world. Reed enjoyed the time spent mentoring young local students and especially enjoyed the time spent mentoring foreign exchange students from Brazil. He had a passion for life and recently gave himself to our Lord and was saved. Trenton David Wallace February 23, 1958 April 21, 2020 Mr. Trenton David Wallace, 62, of Livingston, Texas was born February 23, 1958 in Portland, Texas and adopted at birth to parents, Gene Wallace and Marlene (Wagoner) Wallace, and rode his motorcycle to the pearly gates April 21, 2020 in Houston, Texas. Joyce Elaine OGuin JohnsonFebruary 14, 1952October 12, 2021Funeral services for Mrs. Joyce Elaine OGuin Johnson, 69, of Houston, Texas, will be held Saturday, October 23, 2021 at 11:00 a.m. at Rising Star Missionary Baptist Church, 8205 Darlington Dr. Houston, Texas with Pastor Robert Cotton officiating. At the age of 14, Melvin met Betty Ann Hatcher, his future wife and life partner to be. Eugene grew up in Leggett, Texas. Special Thanks, appreciation and love to the Mondragon family for taking care of Grandpa this last year and a half. Visitation will begin at 10:00 a.m. prior to the service. Cremation arrangements are under the direction of Pace Funeral Home. They named him Jakari Cooper. She leaves to celebrate her life and cherish her memories, CHILDREN: Linda , Gregory (Teresa), Shirlley, Malcolm (Nacole), and Luby; GRANDCHILDREN: Latisha , Gregory Jr., Monica , Andraea, Briyawna, Bra-niyah, Rochelle, and Cornielous; GREAT GRANDCHILDREN: Brasia, Zoriah, Honesty, Gregory lll, Israel, Lillith, Isaiah, Naomi, Quadeem, Emani, Cassie, Kyal, and Layla; SISTER: Eula Mae Barnes; BROTHER: Jerry Marshall (Margret); DAUGHTER-IN-LAW: Chesbie Lynn Wyatt; COUSINS: Lee Archie Phillips (Mildred), Archie PhillipsJr. Honorary Pallbearers: Irven Hill, Jonathan Jackson, Christopher Martin, LeQuinte Jackson, Leon McQueen, Mickey McQueen, Lync Cavanaugh, Dave Hill Jr., T.J. Davis, and Kedrick Jessie. Cochran Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. Nolan then worked as a CPS investigator for the State of Texas. James was preceded in death by his parents, Oscar and Euna; his wife, Lucile; and his siblings, O.L. At the age of 72, Joe built an airplane at his home, which took him 3 years to build. Webby Staff Reports | Jan 30, 2023 | Polk Obituaries | 0 | Ms. Kimberly Dawn Milstead Dean, age 59 of Cedartown, Georgia, passed away on Thursday, January 26, 2023. Please sign our online guestbook at www.cochranfh.com. Beckner, Bob Beckner, and Betty Patterson. Steven L Schlegel 7510 06,1946 03 27, 2022 Loved by all, Big Nascar fan Born in Wisconsin, moved to California for several years while working in the printing industry and then moved to Texas in the early 90s. Rickey Lynn West April 12, 1962 January 17-2021 Graveside services for Rickey Lynn West, age 58, will be held at 12:00 P. M. Saturday, January 23, 2021, at Greenfield Cemetery, Livington, TX. Rex Hoot officiating. She was baptized on Dec. Polk County News Facebook was her platform where she shared her faith, memories, and opinions without compromise. Joyce Margaret Gomez Joyce Margaret Gomez, born September 21, 1935 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, passed away on May 26, 2020 in Livingston, Texas at the age of 84 years. Louise Waters Baucom LaDue Louise Waters Baucom LaDue, 97, went home to be with the Lord April 7, 2020 after a long illness with Parkinsons. William Henry Clarke III (Bill), 75, of Moscow, Texas, passed away on May 7, 2020, at his home with family by his side. He accepted Christ at an early age. 936-327-8406, DONALD'S OBITUARY It is with great sadness we announce the loss of our loving father, Pa Pa, brother and uncle. Besides spending time with her family, Lucy had a passion for painting. On December 4, 1960 in Leggett, Texas, a baby boy was born to Mr. Jim Jessie and Mrs. Marean Jessie. She was alovingand devotedmother, grandmother, and great grandmother. Bettye was a Baptist by faith and a faithful member of Union Springs Missionary Baptist Church. WebSearching obituaries is a great place to start your family tree research. Burial will follow in the Union Springs Cemetery in Corrigan. Arlen J. PhillipsJuly 29, 1935 - May 8, 2020 Funeral services for Arlen J. Phillips, 84, of Livingston, Texas, will be held Tuesday, May 12, 2020 at 2:00 p.m. in the Cochran Funeral Home Chapel in Livingston, Texas. She was a natural caregiver, excellent listener and a constant learner. He was a man that prided himself that through the grace of God, all his family knew Jesus and were firm in their beliefs. James was born on October 28, 1935 in Moscow to the late Carl and Mary Lee (Loving) Tullos and went home to be with the Lord on Tuesday, January 18, 2022 in Livingston. Mr. Mathisen was born November 2, 1923 in Clay County, South Dakota to parents, Laurits Mathisen and Cathrine (Tobiason) Mathisen, and passed away April 6, 2020 in Montgomery, Texas. When his girls were little, he would read to them and it always brought a smile to their face. Mildred Ellison Mildred Ellison, born July 21, 1928 in Diboll, Texas, passed away on April 27, 2020 in Goodrich, Texas at the age of 91 years.