Maria Winemiller
Memorial services for Maria Winemiller, age 86, of Katy, Texas formerly of Livingston, Texas will be Saturday July 23, 2011 at 11:00 AM at the St. Joseph Catholic Church in Livingston, Texas with Rev. Clifton Labbe officiating.
She was born January 6, 1925 in Haag, Austria the daughter of Franz Tackner and Johanna Hirshmugl Tackner and passed away July 17, 2011 in Katy, Texas. Maria is preceded in death by parents, Franz Tackner and Johanna Hirshmugl Tackner, husband, Elton Winemiller, Jr., daughter, Doris Gauldin.
Maria is survived by Elton and Diane Winemiller, son and daughter-in-law, of Katy, Texas, James Winemiller, grandson, of Katy, Texas, Lisa Vestal, granddaughter, of Austin, Texas, Richard Cavnar, grandson, of Houston, Texas, Christopher Cavnar, grandson, of Albuquerque, New Mexico.
Cochran Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.
Betty C. Jones
Betty C. Jones Funeral services for Betty C. Jones, age 82, of Livingston, Texas will be Saturday July 23, 2011 at 2:00 PM at the Siloam Cemetery in Centerville, Texas with Rev. Craig Graham officiating. Pallbearers will be Jerry Norred, Larry Williams, Randy Wheeler, Larry Hopkins, Donald Grubbs, Randy Jones, Wayne Jones, Jerry Norred, Jr., and David Lafray.
Betty was born December 25, 1928 in Wink, Texas the daughter of George Franklin Williams and Jennie Mae Parrish Williams and passed away July 16, 2011 in Livingston, Texas. She is preceded in death by parents, George Franklin Williams and Jennie Mae Parrish Williams, husband, Thomas Edward Jones, brothers, Ray and Jessee D. Williams, sister, Imogene Grubbs.
She is survived by Linda Mae Hopkins, daughter, of Livingston, Texas, Melissa Darnell Hopkins, granddaughter, of Livingston, Texas, Courtney Mae Franklin, great granddaughter, of Livingston, Texas, Ariel Ann Bass, great granddaughter, of Livingston, Texas, Charles Thomas James Bass, great grandson, of Livingston, Texas. Numerous other relatives and friends also survive.
Cochran Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.
Tony DeNerio Cooper
Funeral Services for Tony DeNerio Cooper, 25, of Corrigan, Texas will be held Saturday, July 23, 2011at 11:00 a.m. in the First Baptist Church Family Life Center in Corrigan, Texas with Rev. Willie Barnes officiating. Interment will follow in the Union Springs Cemetery in Corrigan, Texas. The family will receive friends Friday, July 22, 2011 from 6:00 – 9:00 p.m. in the Corrigan Funeral Home Chapel.
Mr. Cooper was born November 26, 1985 in Livingston, Texas to Charlie Mose Cooper Jr. and Doris Maria Whitaker and passed away Sunday, July 17, 2011, in Lufkin, Texas. He marriage his wife Sandra Maribel Zuniga in Lufkin on June 16, 2009. He was employed at Lufkin Industries Inc. and was a member of Mt. Olive Baptist Church in Corrigan, Texas.
He is survived by his wife: Sandra Maribel Zuniga of Diboll, Texas; son: Tony DeNerio Cooper Jr. of Diboll, Texas; daughter: Monica Shardae Cooper of Diboll, Texas; parents: Charlie Mose and Doris Marie (Whitaker) Cooper Jr. of Corrigan, Texas; brothers: Larry Whitfield Jr. of Corrigan, Texas, Egner Kennard Whitfield of Corrigan, Texas, Charlie Cooper III of Corrigan, Texas; sisters: Rachel Lachael Wise of Corrigan, Texas, Aquila Franklin of Corrigan, Texas, and numerous other relatives and friends.
Funeral Services Entrusted to Corrigan Funeral Home, Inc.
Ethel Catherine Shine
Funeral services for Ethel Catherine Shine, age 73, of Livingston, Texas will be Wednesday July 20, 2011 at 11:30 AM at the Midway Cemetery in Livingston, Texas with Rev. Robert Smith officiating.
Ethel was born June 20, 1938 in Lawton, Oklahoma the daughter of William Massey Borden and Ethel Rogers Borden and passed away July 16, 2011 in Conroe, Texas.
She is survived by Michael Don Shine, husband, of Livingston, Texas, Michael David Shine, son, of Houston, Texas, Eric Shine, son, of Reno, Nevada, Michele Shine, granddaughter, of Houston, Texas, J.R. Shine, grandson, of Houston, Texas, Tyler Shine, grandson, of Reno, Nevada, Aita White, sister, of Houston, Texas. Numerous other relatives and friends also survive.
Cochran Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.
Bobbie Frances Majors
Funeral services for Bobbie Frances Majors age 102 of Goodrich, Texas will be Saturday July 16, 2011 at 1:00 PM at the Cochran Funeral Home Chapel in Livingston, Texas with Bro. Keven Wood officiating. Pallbearers are all of Bobbie‘s grandsons, great grandsons and great great grandsons. Interment will follow in the Brookside Memorial Garden Cemetery in Houston, Texas at 4:00 PM.
She was born November 23, 1908 in Jacksonville, Texas the daughter of William Robert “Bob” Arnold and Lula Frances Kirkpatrick and passed away July 13, 2011 in Livingston, Texas. She is preceded in death by her parents, William Robert “Bob” Arnold and Lula Frances Kirkpatrick, and husband, H.E. Majors.
Bobbie is survived by June Grimes, daughter of Livingston, Texas, Margarett Jamail and husband J.T., Daughter and Son-In-Law of Cypress, Texas, 7 grandchildren, 19 great grandchildren, and 23 great great-grandchildren. Numerous other relatives and friends also survive.
Cochran Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.
Betsy Madeline Riggs
Betsy Madeline Riggs, 85, of Livingston died Thursday, July 7, 2011. She was born on November 7, 1925, but she always lied about her age because she looked so darned good. She was daughter of Mitchell William (Bud) Antee and Lescar Rachal Antee. She was born in Natchitoches Parish in Louisiana. She is survived by her Daughter, Elizabeth R. Hancock of Livingston, her son, Duane Lee Riggs of Houston, her granddaughter Christie Hancock Jones of Livingston, her grandson Cody Hunter Riggs of Houston, and her sister, Shirley Jo Fritz of Magnolia. She was a beautiful woman, a classy dresser, a world traveler, a good dancer, and a witty conversationalist. Always game for a new adventure. She will be buried in Louisiana at the Rachal Family Cemetery at Monet Ferry. Heaven, get ready….she is coming your way.
Memorial Services are 10:00 AM, Saturday, July 16, 2011 the St. Joseph’s Catholic Church in Livingston, Texas with Father Labbe officiating.
In Lieu of Flowers, the family would like donations to be made to the Polk County Food Bend.
Cochran Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.
David Lynn Currie
Funeral Services for David Lynn Currie, 67, of Corrigan, Texas will be held Thursday, July 14, 2011at 10:30 a.m. in the Union Springs Missionary Baptist Church in Corrigan, Texas with Bro. Albert Harris, Bro. Lesly Wilkinson and Bro. Curtis Jordan officiating. Interment will follow in the Union Springs Cemetery in Corrigan, Texas. Visitation will be held Thursday, July 14, 2011 from 8:00 – 10:00 a.m., before the service, in the Union Springs Missionary Baptist Church.
Mr. Currie was born July 20, 1943 in Crockett, Texas and passed away Monday, July 11, 2011, in the Corrigan LTC Partners Nursing Home in Corrigan, Texas. He was employed as a salesman for M.C. Hughes Oil Company and was a member of Union Springs Missionary Baptist Church in Corrigan, Texas where he served as a deacon for 26 years. He is preceded in death by his parents: David T. and Allie Elizabeth (Gates) Currie; twin brother: Thomas Glenn Currie and brothers: Billy B. Gates, Doug Gates; sister: Betty S. Woods. He is survived by his wife: Leona (Jordan) Currie of Corrigan, Texas; son: Gary Lynn Currie of Corrigan, Texas; step-son: David Charles Broaddus of Huntington, Texas: daughter: Ollie Shirlene of Corrigan, Texas; step-daughter: Judy Pegoda of Huntsville, Texas; brother: Leroy Gates of Goodrich, Texas, many grandchildren and great grandchildren, special care giver and friend: Theresa Rivera of Corrigan, Texas, and numerous other relatives and friends.
Pallbearers: Brandon Smith, Larry Allsbrooks, Jonathan Terrell, David Broaddus Jr., Ken Hughes, Danny Gonzales, Bobby Grimes, Marvin Murphy.
***** Honorary Pallbearers: Matt Hughes, Marlin Hughes, Robert Lankford, Charlie Hodge, Luis Rivera, James Yamada.
Funeral Services Entrusted to Corrigan Funeral Home, Inc.
Katherine Kay Cathey
Funeral services for Katherine Kay Cathey age 52 of Goodrich, Texas will be Friday July 15, 2011 at 10:00 AM at the Cochran Funeral Home Chapel in Livingston, Texas with Bishop Tom Crockett officiating. Pallbearers are from the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints.
Katherine was born October 25, 1958 in Livingston, Texas the Daughter of Alton Bevell and Patricia Martin and passed away July 10, 2011 in Livingston, Texas.
Kay was loved by her family and friends. She was an outgoing person who loved her family. Her passions in life were in music and cooking. She will be greatly missed by everyone that knew her.
Katherine is survived by David Cathey, Husband of Goodrich, Texas, Daughters; Kristal Carlson of Arkansas, Charlotte Hancey of Utah, Farrah Johnson of Tyler, Texas, Grandchildren; India Carlson, August Carlson, Canyon Carlson, Roman Carlson, Ethan Hancey, Clara Hancey, Meredith Hancey. Teena Whatley, Sister of Lubbock, Texas. She is preceded in death by her parents.
Cochran Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.
Frank Kennedy “Bob” Bullard
Funeral services for Frank Kennedy “Bob” Bullard age 82 of Livingston, Texas will be Saturday July 16, 2011 at 11:00 AM at the Cochran Funeral Home Chapel in Livingston, Texas with Bro. Harold Isaacs officiating. Pallbearers are Keith Bullard, Joshua N. Bullard, Shaun N. Bullard, Thadeus David Kittelson, Frank Shane Kittelson, Justin Kennedy Vogel. Honorary Pallbearers Dave Kittelson, Rick Vogel, Ken Weatherford, Howard Gomillion.
Bob was born June 22, 1929 in Bonham, Texas the son of Frank James Bullard and Quincy Rooselvet Petty and passed away July 10, 2011 in Livingston, Texas.
Bob sometimes exhibited a gruff exterior, yet those who knew him recognized a caring, generous man who had unbounded love and loyality for his family and friends. A man of integrity, he had a well-founded sense of right and wrong, passing those traits to his children and grandchildren. He was deeply committed to his family and work, yet also pursued his past times of hunting and fishing, working equally hard at each of them. Bob left a lasting legacy on the people he touched during his lifetime.
Bob is survived by Norma Bullard, Wife of Livingston, Texas, Robert Keith & Janet Bullard, Son and Daughter In-Law of Parker, Texas, Deborah G. & Dave Kittelson, Daughter and Son In-Law of Livingston, Texas, Linda Bullard Vogel, Daughter of Conroe, Texas, Grandchildren; Joshua N. Bullard, Shaun N. Bullard, Thadeus David Kittelson, Frank Shane Kittelson, Brittany Nicole Roberts, Justin Kennedy Vogel. 6 Great Grandchildren and Henry Petty Cousin of Livingston, Texas. He is preceded in death by his parents, Kelsey Maurine Vogel, Granddaughter, James Weldon Bullard, Son, Pamela Diane Bullard, Daughter Frances Mitcheson, Sister and Irene Mitcheson, Sister,
Cochran Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.
Margreat Beatrice Layne
Margreat Beatrice Layne, 99, of Onalaska, died Thursday July 7, 2011, in Corrigan with family by her side. She was born January 24, 1912 in Kemp, Texas, the daughter of late Eva Clamon and Homer Corzine of Hortense. She was the oldest of 3 siblings. She raised her sister after the untimely passing of their mother in 1928. Margreat marriage Sam Hilton, they had one son, Earl Hilton. Sam was killed in 1940 in sawmill accident. She later marriage Bill Edwards. Bill died in 1975. She lived the life of a farm girl. She raised chickens, hogs, cattle, sold yard eggs. She lived a good life with Bill. Margreat marriage Harold Layne and they called Onalaska home. They shared their love of fishing and spent many years on the banks of Lake Livingston. She is survived by her sister, Zuma “Pat” Windham; son, Earl Hilton; grandchildren, Edward Earl, David and Donnie Hilton; great-grandchildren, Lila and husband Steve Ceaser, Paula Waller, Wendy and husband Donnie Hilton, Consandra Bates, Mark and Matthew Hilton; niece, Nicole Windham and husband Charles “Dobber” Beverly Jr. and many great-great-grandchildren, nephews, nieces, cousins, in-laws and friends. Ms. Layne was preceded in death by her loving husband, Harold Layne; brother Mike Corzine; daughter in-law Sandra Hilton; grandson Jackie Ray Hilton and granddaughter Samantha Hilton. Services will be held on Monday, July 11, 2011 at Pace Funeral Home in Livingston, Texas with Brother Harold Isaacs officiating. Pallbearers were Ray Clamon, Ed Hilton, , Mark Hilton, Matthew Hilton, David Hilton, Mark Jones and Charles Beverly, Jr. Burial will take place at Feagin Cemetery in Hortense, Texas.
Linda Ann Fillingim
Linda Ann Fillingim, beloved wife of Ronnie Fillingim, passed away July 9, 2011, at her home in Livingston, Tx. Surrounded by her family. She was born on July 19, 1956 in Albuquerque, NM to Lloyd and Mary Ann Eaker. Preceded in death by her father Lloyd Eaker. Survived by husband of 34 years, Ronnie Lee Fillingim sr., daughter LaDonna Stephens and husband Jimmy andf their children, George and Elizabeth of Venus, Tx. Son, Ronnie Lee Fillingim, Jr. of Santa Clara, CA. Extended family, father and mother in-law, George and Charlotte Fillingim of Livingston, Tx., and Seth Fillingim of Houston, Tx. Sister-in-law, Kimberly Dunn and husband Melvin of Lago Vista, Tx. Their children Ashleigh and Whitney Glover of Katy, TX.
Visitation at Cochran Funeral Home, Sunday July 10, 2011 from 5:00 to 8:00 P.M., 406 Yaupon Ave., Livingston, Tx. Graveside services, Monday, July 11, 2011 at 10:00 A.M. Officiated by Reverend Ernest Brown, ay Old Hardin Cemetery, Kountze, Tx.
In lieu of flowers, the family would suggest donations to the Lungevity Foundation. You can donate to the family’s team: http://events.lungevity.org/goto/ls_lindas_light
Cochran Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.
David Kern Tucker
Funeral Services for David Kern Tucker, 69, of Spring, Texas will be held Sunday, July 10, 2011 at2:00 p.m. in the Corrigan Funeral Home Chapel in Corrigan, Texas with Bro. Charlie Hodge officiating. Interment will follow in the Union Springs Cemetery in Corrigan, Texas. Visitation will be held Saturday, July 9, 2011 from 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. in the Corrigan Funeral Home Chapel.
Mr. Tucker was born on April 7, 1942 in Beaumont, Texas and passed away on July 7, 2011at his residence in Spring, Texas. He was previously a co-owner of the Gulf-Tex Valve Company and later worked for the Harris County Toll Road. He also worked at different times for Sam’s Club, the Rayon Company and the Chemco Company. He loved American country music, loved cattle and once owned his own herd, and he also enjoyed wood carving. He was a former member of the Jaycees and a Baptist by faith. He was a generous husband, father, grandfather and friend, and was also a good brother-in-law. He is preceded in death by his parents, O.D. and Betty (Schwab) Tucker, and brother, Todd Tucker.
He is survived by his wife: Ada Vee (Pope) Tucker of Spring, Texas; sons and daughters-in-law: David Kern and Karen Tucker II of Bulverde, Texas and J.J. and Janice Lovelace of The Woodlands, Texas; daughter: Dina Hassan of Deer Park, Texas; sister: Dana McGinnis of Plano, Texas, 8 grandchildren, and numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
Pallbearers: Anthony Page, Matthew Page, Gregg Pope, Allen Ray Pope, Henry D. Pope, and Kevin Carnes. Honorary Pallbearers: Dr. Suresh Moonat, Bill Spradley, and Harrell Butler.
Funeral Services Entrusted to Corrigan Funeral Home, Inc.
Ronald R. Stephenson, Sr
Ronald R. Stephenson, Sr., born, February 26, 1934 in Galveston, Texas and passed away on July 3, 2011 at the age of 77. Memorial Services are at 11:00 AM, Saturday, July 9, 2011 at the First Presbyterian Church with Pastor Joe McDonald officiating.
He is survived by his wife of 36 years, Cecilia, children, Debbie Frahm and husband Colin, Ronald R. Stephenson, Jr. and wife Trisha, Kim Keefer and husband Ray, Glenda Martin and husband Dale, and Kelly Stephenson. He also has 9 grandchildren and 5 great grandchildren. Brothers, Dennis Stephenson and Barry Stephenson also survive.
After graduating from Woodrow Wilson High School in Dallas, he worked at station KRLD while attending Southern Methodist University. He eventually transferred to the University of Houston where he graduated with a degree in Engineering. He worked for several petroleum companies in the Houston and Louisiana area. He retired from Petro United in 1999.
Ron loved to travel and has been to many different countries. By far though, his favorite way to travel was on cruise ships. He has been cruising since 1980 and was delighted to tell you stories of every port he had visited.
In Houston, he was a member of Holy Cross Lutheran Church for 40+ years. When he and his wife moved to Onalaska in 1995 he was instrumental in funding and building the Lake Livingston Lutheran Church. He then became a member of the First Presbyterian Church of Livingston, where he oversaw construction of their Fellowship Hall. He was an active Elder at First Presbyterian at the time of his death.
Ron was very involved in his community. He served as Vice President of the Polk County Fresh Water Supply District #2, was a past president of the local AARP and was an annual participant of the Relay For Life. He was loved by so many, and will be missed by everyone who knew him.
Cochran Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.
Lessie Mae Lawrence
Lessie Mae Lawrence, 79, went to be with the Lord, Thursday, July 7, 2011 at her residence in Livingston, TX. Lessie was born July 18, 1932 in Kountze, TX. She is survived by her daughters, Jenny Kingsbury and Annette Britton; son-in-law, Hurchel Britton; sister, Shirley Robin; grandson, Hurchel Britton, Jr., Jason Britton and Larry Brown; granddaughter, Sharna Brown; great granddaughters, Carry Clayton, Coey Door, Patience and Bethany Brown ; three great-great grandsons; numerous other relatives and a host of friends. She is preceded in death by her parents, Henry and Drewcilla Mills Davis brothers, Elwood Davis, L.J. Davis, Charlie Davis and sister Dessie Cook. Visitation was held Saturday, July 9, 2011 from 5 to 8 PM. Services were held Sunday, July 10, 2011 at 2 PM at Pace Funeral Home with Chaplin Roy Barbe officiating, pallbearers were Jason Britton, Alan Britton, Warren Kelly, Charlie Jones and Wayne Kluge. Burial followed at Peebles Cemetery.
Misty Lynn Dimas
Memorial services for Misty Lynn Dimas age 31 of Livingston, Texas will be Saturday, July 9, 2011 at 3:00 PM at the Cochran Funeral Home Chapel in Livingston, Texas with Rev. Harold Isaacs officiating.
She was born May 28, 1980 in Orlando, Florida the daughter of Richard Everett Rundle and Connie Linn Myers and passed away July 4, 2011 in Livingston, Texas.
Misty is survived by Rudy Dimas, husband, of Livingston, Texas, Connie Myers, mother, of Galena Park, Texas, Richard Rundle, father, of Orlando, Florida, Jerry Vasquez, step-father, of Galena Park, Texas, Chassidy Kimball, daughter, Karein Rundle, daughter, of Galena Park, Texas, Shelby Rundle, daughter, of Galena, Park, Texas, Christin Rundle, Rudi, John and Chon Dimas, step-sons, Austin Dimas, grandchild, of Austin, Texas, Mary Rundle, sister, of Austin, Texas, brothers, Christopher, of Houston, Texas, Jerry, of San Angelo, Texas, and Joshua Rundle, of Houston, Texas. Numerous other relatives and friends also survive.
Cochran Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.
