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Mack Edward Winstead, Jr.
September 15, 1944 – January 16, 2015

Memorial services for Mack Edward Winstead, Jr., 70, of Onalaska, Texas, will be held Tuesday, January 27, 2015 at 2:00 p.m. in the First United Methodist Church in Livingston, Texas with Rev. Steve Woody and Rev. James Frazier officiating.

Mr. Winstead was born September 15, 1944 in Alexandria, Louisiana to parents, Mack Edward Winstead, Sr. and Marcia (McCarta) Winstead, and passed away January 16, 2015 in Lufkin, Texas. He is preceded in death by his parents.

He is survived by his wife, Patricia Winstead of Onalaska, Texas; daughter and son-in-law, Rhonda O’Donovan and Ricky Tapia of Pasadena, Texas; son, Kenny Lambert of Pasadena, Texas; son and son-in-law, Lealon Winstead and Courtney Sutherland of Tomball, Texas; daughter and son-in-law, Michelle and Randall Blakeney of Deer Park, Texas; daughter, Brenda White of Spring, Texas; daughter and son-in-law, Sherri and John Hoeler of Plano, Texas; sister and brother-in-law, Tracy and George Crenshaw of Rowlett, Texas; brother, David Winstead of Mesquite, Texas; grandchildren, Victoria and Joe Legler, Candice and Ben Mims, David Hall and Cassidy, Sarah Hall, Nicolas Trainor, Bailey Blakeney, Tim White, Mallorie White, Ty and Magan White, Carly Hoeler, Brad Hoeler; 7 great-grandchildren; along with other relatives and friends.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the American Cancer Society or to the First United Methodist Church Helping Hands.

Cochran Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

Steven Michael Rinehart
November 18, 1986 – January 14, 2015

Visitation for Steven Michael Rinehart, 28, of Rye, Texas will be held Sunday, January 18, 2015 from 12:00 – 5:00 p.m. in the Cochran Funeral Home Chapel in Livingston, Texas.

Steven was born November 18, 1986 in Livingston, Texas to parents, Michael Wayne Rinehart and Anna (Ver Way) Rinehart, and passed away January 14, 2015 in Rye, Texas.

He is survived by his parents, Anna and Michael Rinehart of Rye, Texas; sister and brother-in-law, Michelle and Joseph Roach of Rye, Texas; brother, Anthony Rinehart of Rye, Texas; brother and sister-in-law, Bradley Rollins and Wrachel of Rye, Texas; niece, Kendra Roach of Rye, Texas; niece, Marzadie Roach of Rye, Texas; sister, Candice Bowen of Rye, Texas; uncle, Terry Bunting of Rye, Texas; aunt, Tammy Bunting of Rye, Texas; uncle and aunt, Bill and Virginia Catlett of Rye, Texas; uncle, Daniel Rinehart of Rye, Texas; aunt, Sandra Rinehart of Rye, Texas; along with a host of other family and friends.

Cochran Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

Carol Jean Hamlin
May 4, 1945 – January 14, 2015

Graveside services for Carol Jean Hamlin, 69, of Livingston, Texas, will be held Saturday, January 17, 2015 at 10:00 a.m. in the Carlisle cemetery in Carlisle, Texas with Rev. William Hamlin officiating. Visitation will be held Friday, January 16, 2015 from 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. in Cochran Funeral Home in Onalaska, Texas.

Ms. Hamlin was born May 4, 1945 in Waco, Texas to parents, Julian Hodges and Frances (Jones) Hodges, and passed away peacefully surrounded by family on January 14, 2015 in Beaumont, Texas. She is preceded in death by her parents; her husband, John Richard Hamlin; great-nephew, Andy Carey.

She is survived by her daughter, Kimberly Jean Hill and Chuck of Dayton, Texas; daughter, Debra Kay King of New Caney, Texas; grandchildren, Chris Hill, Chucky Hill, Johnathan Hill, Renee Jessup, Jeffrey Jessup and Sumer, Nathan Jessup; great-grandchildren, Maxx Hill, Riley Jessup, Raegan Jessup; sisters, Judy Rickett and Joe Pat, Linda Wiltshire and Wayne, Kay Thompson and Jerry; brother-in-law and wife, William Hamlin and Beverly; sister-in-law and husband, Nancy Cooke and Brian; along numerous other relatives and friends.

Cochran Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

Hershell Edward Massingill
January 5, 1940 – January 12, 2015

Funeral services for Hershell Edward Massingill, 75, of Livingston, Texas, will be held Thursday, January 15, 2015 at 10:00 a.m. in the Cochran Funeral Home Chapel in Livingston, Texas with Rev. Wayne Bickley officiating. Military honors provided by VFW Post#8568. Interment icon will follow in the Bluff Creek cemetery in Livingston, Texas. Visitation will be held Wednesday, January 14, 2015 beginning at 5:00 p.m. in Cochran Funeral Home in Livingston, Texas.

Mr. Massingill was born January 5, 1940 in Middlesboro, Kentucky to parents, Walter Edward Massingill and Walsie Agnes (Day) Massingill, and passed away January 12, 2015 in Lufkin, Texas. He is preceded in death by his parents and sister, Henrietta Massengill.

He is survived by his wife of 47 years, Joanne Massingill of Livingston, Texas; sons, William Edward Massingill and Walter Lee Massingill both of Odessa, Texas; daughter, Dawn Lynnett Walls and husband, David of London, England; grandchildren, Andrew Lee Walls, Brook Ann Walls, Caitlyn Elaine Walls; brother, Orby and wife, Janet Massengill of Bowling Green, Kentucky; sister, Juanita Idol of Colonial Heights, Virginia; along with numerous other cousins, relatives and friends.

Pallbearers: Chad Gossett, Chris Gossett, Walter Massingill, William Edward Massingill, David Walls

Cochran Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

James Marvin Isaac
August 5, 1933 – January 11, 2015

Funeral services for James Marvin Isaac, 81, of Livingston, Texas, will be held Wednesday, January 14, 2015 at 2:00 p.m. in the Cochran Funeral Home Chapel in Livingston, Texas with Rev. Harold Isaacs officiating. Interment icon will follow in the Forest Hill cemetery in Livingston, Texas. Visitation will be held Tuesday, January 13, 2015 beginning at 5:00 p.m. in Cochran Funeral Home in Livingston, Texas.

Mr. Isaac was born August 5, 1933 in New Willard, Texas to parents, Horace Isaac and Josie (Roche) Isaac, and passed away January 11, 2015 in Livingston, Texas. He is preceded in death by his parents; son, James Marvin Isaac, Jr.; brothers, Harold Isaac, Tommy Isaac and Bobby Isaac; sister, Dorothy Jones; granddaughter, Lisa Ringo.

He is survived by his wife, Becky Isaac of Livingston, Texas; daughters, Debbie Cooper and fiancé, Jim Eaves of Livingston, Texas, Kathy Ringo and Richard of Livingston, Texas, Rhonda Cox and Randy of Livingston, Texas; grandchildren, James and Brittany Ringo, Crystal Wells, Ashley and Marcus Ojeda, Brittany and Tommy Taylor; great-grandchildren, Brayden Vickery, Jayden Vickery, Riley Taylor, Kenzley Taylor; brothers, Kenneth and Gloria Isaac of Spring, Texas, Kerry and Jeane Isaac of The Woodlands, Texas; sister, Gaynell Gordon of The Woodlands, Texas; along with numerous other relatives and friends.

Pallbearers: James Ringo, Greg Isaac, Andy Rossi, Eddie Martin, Mike Brock, Cody Brock.

Cochran Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

Linda “Judy” Rice
September 14, 1946 – January 9, 2015

Funeral services for Linda “Judy” Rice, 68, of Livingston, Texas, will be held Tuesday, January 13, 2015 at 2:00 p.m. in the Cochran Funeral Home Chapel in Livingston, Texas with Rev. Gerald Morris officiating. Interment icon will follow in the Peebles cemetery in Livingston, Texas. Visitation will be held Monday, January 12, 2015 beginning at 5:00 p.m. in Cochran Funeral Home in Livingston, Texas.

Mrs. Rice was born September 14, 1946 in Natchitoches, Louisiana to parents, Hubert O. Whithers and Alice (Barnhill) Whithers, and passed away January 9, 2015 in Houston, Texas. She is preceded in death by her parents and sister, Glenda Wilson.

She is survived by husband, Raymond “Ricky” Rice of Livingston, Texas; son, Richard and Kelly Rice of Dayton, Texas; grandchildren, Ryan Rice, Rusty Rice and Dixie Rice; sister, Shila Shamblin of Livingston, Texas; along with numerous other relatives and friends.

Pallbearers: Richard Rice, Ryan Rice, Rusty Rice, Dixie Rice, Stephen Barbee, Jerrod Barbee, Luke Vankampen, James Wolfe

Cochran Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

Ravell Truman Powell
August 31, 1930 – December 29, 2014

Memorial services for Ravell Truman Powell, 84, of Onalaska, Texas, will be held Saturday, January 17, 2015 at 1:00 p.m. in the Point Blank Community Church in Point Blank, Texas with Rev. Don Davis officiating.

Mr. Powell was born August 31, 1930 in Ada, Oklahoma to parents, Ammon Powell and Minnie (Lewis) Powell, and passed away December 29, 2014 in Huntsville, Texas. During his life, Mr. Powell was a member of the Trinity Lodge #14 A.F and A.M., a past member of the Onalaska School Board and a past member of the Woodland Christian Church of Houston. He was also a member of the Onalaksa Levies and Lace Square Dance Club. He is preceded in death by his parents, two brothers, one sister, and four half brothers.

He is survived by his wife, Betty Ann Powell of Onalaska, Texas; sons, Glen Ammon Powell and Connie of New Waverly, Texas, David Loren Powell and Regina of Willis, Texas; daughter, Nancy Poole of The Woodlands, Texas; grandchildren, 1LT Melissa Poole, US Air Force, Matthew and Becca Poole, Ryan Powell, Rachel Powell; step-grandson, Erik Griffen; sisters, Arqueta Haynie of Marquex, Texas, June Lang of Centerville, Texas, Dellene Jensen of Odessa, Texas; along with numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

In lieu of flowers donations can be made to the Point Blank Community Church Building Fund.

Cochran Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

Marshall Gayle Chandler
December 31, 1921 – January 8, 2015

Graveside services for Marshall Gayle Chandler, 93, of Livingston, Texas, will be held Tuesday, January 13, 2015 at 12:00 Noon in the Magnolia cemetery in Onalaska, Texas with Rev. Jeremy Allen officiating. Military honors will be provided by VFW Honor Guard Post #8568. Visitation for family and friends will begin at 11:00 A.M., Tuesday morning, just prior to the service time.

Mr. Chandler was born on December 31, 1921 in Sidney, Texas and passed away on January 8, 2015 in Livingston, Texas. He is preceded in death by his parents, Lester and Flora (Parker) Chandler; his wife, Margie (Henson) Chandler; daughter, LeNora “Peachy” Chandler.

Mr. Chandler is survived by his son, Michael Chandler of Livingston, Texas; grandchildren, Michael Chandler, Jr., Dawn Chandler, Kim Chandler, Marshall E. Chandler; numerous great-grandchildren; numerous great-great-grandchildren; brother and sister-in-law, Boyd Chandler and Patsy of Fort Worth, Texas; along with other numerous family members and a host of friends.

Cochran Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

Jarrod Bonnell Knebel
January 10, 1979 – January 7, 2015

Funeral services for Jarrod Bonnell Knebel, 35, of Livingston, Texas, will be held Sunday, January 11, 2015 at 2:00 p.m. in the Cochran Funeral Home Chapel in Livingston, Texas with T.C. “Chester” Haynes officiating. Interment icon will follow in the Magnolia cemetery in Onalaska, Texas. Visitation will be held Saturday, January 10, 2015 beginning at 5:00 p.m. in Cochran Funeral Home in Livingston, Texas.

Jarrod graced this earth on January 10, 1979 in Pasadena, Texas to parents, Walter and Joanie Knebel. He, his parents and his brother, Brandon Knebel, have been lifelong residents of Livingston, Texas.

Jarrod will forever be remembered for his love of music, willingness to help people, passion for working with youth, and his unwavering faith in God. His mischievous grin and endearing eyes never met a stranger. Known for speaking his mind and not holding back, Jarrod’s personality was captivating. His powerful words, unprecedented strength, and immoveable compassion for Christ and all living things made Jarrod a Godly man and force to be reckoned with. His words were powerful and his compassion for people and animals could not be measured. Zeke, his Am Staff, was the light of his life. Jarrod’s spirit and kindness will forever be seen in Zeke.

Jarrod shared his life and love with so many people. His brother, Brandon, is his best friend, sidekick and accomplice. Best friends in this life and beyond. They carry a bond that can never be broken. His cousins, Jason and Jonathan, are also his brothers.

Although only on this earth for a short time, Jarrod managed to touch an astounding number of lives. Each and every one will forever and always carry him in their hearts.

He is survived by his parents, Walter and Joanie Knebel; grandparents, Kenneth and Dorothy Knebel; brother and fiancé, Brandon K. Knebel and Rachel Klett; uncles and aunts, Dan and Sandra Jones, John and Christine Sheffield; cousins, Jason Jones, Jonathan Jones, Winona “Topsy” Richardson, Sam and Amanda Sheffield, Bradley Knebel, Stephen Knebel, Rachel Sheffield, John Caleb and Chelsey Sheffield; great uncle and aunt, Hubert and Margaret Page; great aunts, Mary Ola Acuff, Doris Andrew; and numerous other relatives and friends.

Thank you to everyone for prayers, thoughts of comfort, and acts of kindness during Jarrod’s time on this earth.

Never before, never again will there be as beautiful a soul as that of Jarrod Bonnell Knebel.

Truth in music, steady in faith, and hopeful in heart. J.B.K.

Pallbearers: Brandon Knebel, Jason Jones, Jonathan Jones, Sam Sheffield, Brad Williams, David Moore, Mark Moore, R.D. Pierce, Lee Shankles.

Honorary Pallbearers: Jerry Cutaia, Jason Cutaia, Tre Page, Brian Page, Michael Page, Matthew Page, Bradley Knebel, Stephen Knebel, Jeremy Richardson, David Catoe, Paul Catoe, Corey Cabiness, John Cabiness.

Cochran Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

Norma Jean Platt
March 15, 1930 – January 7, 2015

Funeral services for Norma Jean Platt, 84, of Livingston, Texas, will be held Saturday, January 10, 2015 at 10:00 a.m. in the Cochran Funeral Home Chapel in Livingston, Texas with Bro. Orval Barger officiating. Interment icon will follow in the Mt. Rose cemetery in Livingston, Texas. Visitation will be held Friday, January 9, 2015 from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. in Cochran Funeral Home in Livingston, Texas.

Mrs. Platt was born March 15, 1930 in Livingston, Texas to parents, John Henry Richardson and Arrie (Wiggins) Richardson, and passed away January 7, 2015 in Livingston, Texas. She is preceded in death by her husband, Morris Platt Sr.; parents; brothers, John Richardson and Charles Richardson; sister, Blanche Bailey.

She is survived by her daughter and son-in-law, Linda and Gary Lawrence of Abilene, Texas; son, Morris and Sherry Platt Jr. of Livingston, Texas; granddaughters, Mitzi Holliman and Jeff of Livingston, Texas, Erin Zamperin and Andrew of Lewisville, Texas, Leah Edgar and Dustin of Livingston, Texas; grandsons, Toby Lawrence and Kelli of Krum, Texas, Jesse and Stacey Platt of Corrigan, Texas; great grandchildren, Justin Holliman, Abbey Lawrence, Emily Holliman, Addi Platt, Hunter Lawrence, Levi Platt, Maicyn Edgar; brother, Winford Richardson and Brandy of Point Blank, Texas; numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

Pallbearers: Jesse Platt, Dustin Edgar, Andrew Zamperin, Jeff Holliman, Toby Lawrence, Justin Holliman.

Honorary Pallbearers: Deacons of First Baptist Church

Cochran Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

Frederick Douglas Singleton
October 28, 1919 – January 2, 2015

Graveside services for Frederick Douglas Singleton, 95, of Livingston, Texas, will be held Wednesday, January 14, 2015 at 2:30 p.m. at the Houston National cemetery in Houston, Texas.
Mr. Singleton was born October 28, 1919 in Maynard, Texas to parents, Cleveland Singleton and Lue Creassie (Edmond) Singleton, and passed away January 2, 2015 in Livingston, Texas. He is preceded in death by his parents. He is survived by a host of relatives and friends.
Cochran Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

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