Obituaries
Floyd "Gold Hair" Bennett
Jun 4, 2025
September 15, 1945, was a day of triumph for Hedy Mary (Rocker) Johnson and Lonnie Charles Bennett as they welcomed a healthy young man into the world, whom they named Floyd "Gold Hair" Bennett, a shining star destined for greatness.
As Floyd grew into a resilient, God-fearing, and disciplined man, he was drawn to joining the Army, where he courageously served...
Karey Lyn Fraley
Jun 3, 2025
In loving memory of Karey Lyn Fraley, born December 6, 1970, in Huntsville, Texas. With family by her side, she gently passed away on June 3, 2025, in Madisonville, Texas, her lifelong home. Karey was the cherished daughter of Linda (Brown) Hunter and Jerry Kitchen. Karey was blessed to have a stepdad, Jack Hunter, for the past thirty-five years who...
Sandra "Renee" Broxton
May 8, 2025
Sandra "Renee" Broxton, 75, of Madisonville, Texas passed away on Thursday, May 8, 2025. She was born on November 30, 1949, in Taylor, Texas to AC and Lorena (Carlow) Schiller.
Renee was preceded in death by her husband, Rodger Broxton. She is survived by her children, Kristofer Schiller of Tonawanda, New York, Keith Schiller (Wendy) of Katy, Texas and Shenan Starling...
Lee Earl Glass
May 4, 2025
Lee Earl Glass, 85, was born in Madisonville, Texas to proud parents, Grady and Francis Glass on June 8, 1939, and made his entrance into glory on May 4, 2025.
Lee was a person who set a fine example for others to follow. He was a patriot and honorably served his country in the United States Army where he learned the...
Douglas Sanford
May 4, 2025
Douglas Spencer Sanford, 57, was welcomed into the world by his proud parents, Robert and Peggy Jo (Blankenship) Sanford on April 22, 1968, and passed away at his home in Madisonville, Texas on May 4, 2025.
Douglas, affectionately known as “Doug” to family and friends was a man of great character and was always willing to help people when needed. Doug...
Martha Lois Springfield
Apr 30, 2025
Martha Lois McWhorter Springfield was born in Bryan, Texas on July 7, 1938, to William Monroe McWhorter and Erma Aline Bullock McWhorter. Martha grew up with six brothers and sisters: Lillie, Paula, Sonny, Clifton, Clyde and Peggy. Playing in the Steep Hollow area of Bryan, Martha would rather be outside running, riding horses and exploring than be in a classroom....
Barbara Anne Martin
Apr 26, 2025
Barbara Anne Martin, a beloved mother, Granna/Nonnie, sister, friend and faithful servant of the Lord, went home to be with her Savior and Lord on Saturday, April 26, 2025, at the age of 84. A woman of grace, elegance, and quiet strength, Barbara lived a life marked by unconditional love, deep faith, and remarkable resilience.
Born on March 13, 1941 in...
William Hugh Culp
Apr 20, 2025
William Hugh Culp, 64, of Madisonville, Texas was born to parents Billie Hugh and Patricia (McGuire) Culp on March 22, 1961, and passed away on April 20, 2025.
William, affectionately known as Billy, will be fondly remembered by friends and family as a man who navigated his days with zeal for the things he loved which included a cigarette and his...
Dorothy Marie Turner
Apr 1, 2025
On January 22, 1950, Dorothy Turner was born to Dorothy Bell Griffin of Bedias, Texas, and Justine Holiday of Shiro, Texas. Dorothy graduated from Marian Anderson High School in 1968 and began nursing school shortly thereafter. Dorothy had a blessed nursing career that began at Madison County Hospital where she served faithfully for many years. She later moved to Houston,...
Donald Eugene Helms
Mar 28, 2025
Donald Eugene Helms, 90, of Madisonville, Texas passed away on March 28, 2025, in Madisonville, Texas. He was born to Albert & Ruth (Watson) Helms on August 13, 1934, in Edora, Arkansas.
Donald was preceded in death by his brothers, Amos D. Helms, James David Helms (Betty Joyce Helms), Henry L. Helms (Ruby Lee Helms), J.W. Helms (Bobbie Lee Helms), and...
Emma "Jackie" Rogers
Mar 26, 2025
Emma “Jackie” Rogers is tickling the ivories today in Heaven’s Angel Band! Born August 19, 1948, to parents Jack and Josie Buckhaults in Huntsville, she grew up a “Midway girl” surrounded by the wonderful music that molded her into the exceptional musician she became! She left this world on Wednesday, March 26, 2025, after battling congestive heart failure. With her...
Robert George Fletcher Jr.
Mar 26, 2025
Robert George Fletcher Jr., 95, made his earthly entrance on November 26, 1929, in Houston, Texas. He was born to proud parents Robert George and Minnie Margaret (Harrison) Fletcher and lived a life shaped by an active relationship with Jesus Christ up until his long-awaited home going on March 26, 2025.
The greatest significance of Robert Fletcher’s life was the observable...
Phyllis Patrice McDonald
Mar 26, 2025
Beautiful baby girl, Phyllis McDonald, was born June 5, 1969, to Virstell McDonald and Pennie Mae Jackson. The youngest of four children, she joined Harvest Tabernacle Bible Church at an early age in Los Angeles, California. In her later years, she began attending Antioch Church of Christ in Midway, Texas. She obtained her education from Thomas Jefferson High School in...
Eric Ferdinand Turner
Mar 25, 2025
On January 17, 1969, Eric was born to Frank and Dorothy Turner of Madisonville, Texas. Eric worked hard and graduated from Madisonville High School where he participated and excelled in many sports. After graduation from high school, Eric moved to Houston, Texas. On March 25, 2025, God called Eric to his eternal resting place.
Eric was preceded in death by his...
Robert James "RJ" Woods
Mar 17, 2025
Robert James "RJ" Woods, 53, of Bedias, Texas passed away on March 17, 2025, in College Station, Texas. He was born on April 16, 1971, to Ronald J. Myers and Jacalyne Mary Morth in New London, Connecticut.
RJ was a long-time employee of Ryder, a volunteer fire fighter, loving husband, father, grandfather, and friend. He loved family, fishing, Port A, John...
Marie Morrison
Mar 14, 2025
Helen Marie (Langley) Morrison, 59, made her entrance into the world on June 24, 1965, in Houston, Texas, and passed away on March 14, 2025.
Marie, as she was affectionately known to friends and family, will be fondly remembered as a woman with a feisty disposition balanced beautifully with a loving demeanor producing a genuine and authentic lady with the innate...
Billie Carrol Reding
Mar 14, 2025
Billie Carrol Reding, devoted rancher's wife, mother, Maw, sister, and friend, went to be with our Lord and Savior on Friday, March 14, 2025.
Billie was born on January 30, 1944, in Galveston, Texas to Robert and Effie Mitchell. She graduated from Clear Creek High School before attending Sam Houston State College, where she met the love of her life. Ray...
William Todd Downie
Mar 8, 2025
William Todd Downie of Centerville, Texas, passed away unexpectedly on March 8, 2025, at the age of 34. He was born on July 11, 1990, in Conroe, Texas to Todd and Denise (Brown) Downie.
William spent his childhood running free in the fields and woods of their Leon County property. There, he developed a passion for adventure and the outdoors. He...
Evelyn Joyce Willis
Mar 8, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Evelyn Joyce Willis, 87, who peacefully departed this life on March 8, 2025, while in the loving care of Comfort Nursing Home in Comfort, Texas. Evelyn was born on May 23, 1937, to proud parents, De Has and Thelma Thompson in Madisonville, Texas and will be dearly missed by...
Carl Gene Brassell
Mar 3, 2025
Carl Gene Brassell, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend, passed away peacefully on March 3, 2025, at St. Joseph Hospital in Bryan, Texas. Born on November 8, 1945, in Houston, Texas, he was the only child of Carl and Georgia (Westmoreland) Brassell.
Carl’s early years in Houston shaped his deep love for animals. He fondly recalled visits to his maternal...
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