Obituaries

Aug 28, 2025

Debbie Richardson was born on December 22, 1960, in Gregg County, Texas, to her proud parents, the late Alberta Daniels and the late Earnest Waldon.

She accepted Christ at an early age and was baptized at Kilgore Baptist Church, where she became a faithful and devoted member until her health began to decline.

Debbie attended...

Aug 27, 2025

Shirley Mack Pierce Sr. was born on September 9, 1942, in Henderson, Texas, to Richard Pierce and Earnie Mae Williams.

He spent his childhood years attending Star Bailey Public Schools. Following his education, Shirley Mack began his professional journey with Kenco, dedicating several years of service before transitioning to Harvey Earth Moving, where he eventually retired. He...

Aug 25, 2025

Funeral Services for Mrs. Thelma Lucas affectionally known as "Naomi", 92, of Gladewater, TX will be held on Sunday, Aug. 31, 2025 at 2:00 P.M. at the United Church of God, Big Sandy, TX. Burial will follow at Mt. Pleasant Cemetery. Public viewing will be Sat. Aug 30, 2025 from 3-7:00 P.M. at the funeral home.

Aug 15, 2025

Mr. Burnett Lacy Sr. was born on March 11, 1943 to the parentage of Mr. David Lacy (deceased) and Mrs. Leaster Lewis Lacy (deceased) in Rusk County. He received his education at Carlisle ISD in Price, TX. As a kid Burnett grew up attending church at Macedonia Church of God in Christ, Henderson, TX. As an adult he continued...

Aug 2, 2025

Deborah Lorraine Carr was the first of ten children of Milbry and A.C. Carr, born on December 11, 1947 in Kilgore, Texas. She departed this world on August 2, 2025, surrounded by the love and comfort of her loving family.

Deborah attended North Chapel schools. While there she excelled academically, graduating as the salutatorian of her senior...

Jul 20, 2025

Mr. Brodrick O’Neal Thomas, Sr., affectionately known as “Rick,” was born on September 11, 1989, in Longview, Texas, to Roydell Thomas and the late Keycier Moody. He began his spiritual journey at New Birth Fellowship Church and was later a proud member of El Bethel Missionary Baptist Church.

A 2008 Kilgore High School graduate, Rick went on...

Jul 13, 2025

Obituary for Mr. Robert Wayne Camp, Sr. December 16, 1948 – July 13, 2025

Mr. Robert Wayne Camp, Sr. was born on December 16, 1948, to the loving parentage of Angie Pullins Camp and David Camp.

A proud graduate of Emmett J. Scott High School the Class of 1967, Robert went...

Jun 13, 2025

Mr. Charles "Big Bubba" Smith was born on March 18, 1957 to the parentage of Charles Smith Sr. and Marie Sanders Smith.

He attended Kilgore Schools and graduated from Kilgore High School. He was loved by all and will be dearly missed.

He went to be with his Heavenly Father on Friday, June 13, 2025....

May 29, 2025

The date was Monday, June 23, 1941, when Tyree and Dessie Lee Wilkerson Jones would welcome the arrival of their first baby, a beautiful daughter they would name Evelyn Marie Jones. Evelyn would grow up in the East Texas town of Pittsburg, TX (Rocky Mound).

Evelyn accepted Christ at an early age at Rocky Mound CME Church....

May 28, 2025

Ann Marie, a strike, was born in Hartford Connecticut on October 20th 1945 to parents Mary O'Briant and William O'Briant. They were reunited in glory on May 28, 2025. She came into this world as a 5 lb baby given very little chance of survival let alone live such a  beautifully long life so very full of love, meaningful...

May 12, 2025

Mr. Salvador Gonzalez-Llamas was born on January 29, 1974 and passed away on Monday, May 12, 2025. Please keep his family in your thoughts and prayers.

El Sr. Salvador González-Llamas nació el 29 de enero de 1974 y falleció el lunes 12 de mayo de 2025. Por favor, mantengan a su familia en sus pensamientos y oraciones....

Apr 30, 2025

Stevie Wade Jennings was born August 28, 1968, in Italy, TX to Wesley Jennings Sr. and Percy Lee Tucker -Jennings.

Stevie attended Waco Public Schools. Throughout his life Stevie worked numerous jobs from grill cook, janitorial, assembly line worker, and an oil field worker.

Stevie Wade Jennings loved God. He loved his wife of 22...

Apr 1, 2025

On Tuesday, April 1st, 2025 Mrs. Virrine Elder, loving mother and pulchritudinous sister was called by our Heavenly Father to be with Him in Glory, leaving a void in the lives of family members, that can never be filled.

Mrs. Virrine Elder was born to the late Mr. Lonnie Elder Sr. and Mrs. Ethel Tolbert on July...

Mar 31, 2025

Her Life Story

MRS. ELENA TOLBERT JOHNSON

“I have fought a good fight, I have finished my course, I have kept the faith…”

II Timothy 4:7

Place of Birth: Mrs. Elena Tolbert Johnson was born March 1,...

Mar 9, 2025

Robert Leroy “Robbie” Worthington, 57, passed away on March 9, 2025, in Longview, Texas. Born on February 15, 1968, in the United States to Willie Grace and Jimmy Worthington, Robbie lived a life defined by boundless generosity, unwavering devotion to his family, and a heart that touched everyone he encountered. Robbie was a man whose presence filled every room...

Mar 6, 2025

Rayland Earl Fuller was born on June 30, 1975, at TriCity Hospital in Dallas, TX, to Raymond and Sherrion Fuller. He attended school in Dallas and graduated from Samuel High School in 1993. He then attended Stephen F. Austin State University in Nacogdoches, TX.

After college, Rayland moved back to Dallas and worked for Fry’s Electronics for...

Feb 5, 2025

Mr. Lee Porter "Junior" Palmer was born to the late C.B. McKinley Palmer and Jeroleane Williams on May 12, 1935. He transitioned peacefully on February 5, 2025 at The Hospice of East Texas, Tyler, TX.

He graduated from North Chapel High School Class of 1954.

He was a member of St. John Baptist Church, Overton,...

Feb 3, 2025

Norma "Bonnie" Okray McGill, a beacon of love, loyalty, and grace, graced this world with her presence for 70 remarkable years. On February 3, 2025, she passed away peacefully, surrounded by her loving family, leaving behind a legacy that will continue to inspire for generations to come. She was born on December 18, 1954, to the late Lettie B....

Jan 31, 2025

Bobbie Ann Fortson was born on December 6, 1946, in Kilgore, Texas, to Anton and Florence Fortson. At a young age, Bobbie Ann dedicated her life to Christ and joined the Mt. Calvary Baptist Church family.  She sang in the church choir for several decades.  Bobbie Ann was a devoted child of God, her faith guiding her every step...

Jan 8, 2025

Johnnie Mae White Rhoten was born in Winnsboro, Texas, to General White and Sally Sarah Austin. She was the third of eight children and spent the majority of her 105 years as a proud resident of Winnsboro.

Johnnie Mae attended Dunbar Colored School in Winnsboro. After her schooling, she spread her wings and ventured beyond her hometown,...