Obituaries

Local Obituaries for Cleveland, Dayton, Coldspring & Surrounding Communities


Kenneth Allen Enloe

Kenneth Allen Enloe

Jan 11, 2024

Kenneth Allen Enloe, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend, passed away on January 11, 2024 at the age of 79. He was born on January 6, 1945 in Cleveland, Texas to Lawrence “Chick” Enloe and Martha Sherrod Enloe.

Kenneth will always be remembered for his dedication to his country as he proudly served in the Army during the Vietnam...

Joan Laverne Dailing

Joan Laverne Dailing

Jan 10, 2024

 

Joan Leverne (Atchley) Dailing, a loving wife, mother and grandmother passed away January 10, 2024 at the age of 79. She went to be with the Lord peacefully in her Highlands home with her daughter near her. She was born September 21, 1944 in Honobia, Oklahoma to her late parents, Roy Benjamin Atchley and Jo Ella Allen Atchley

 

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Edward Daniel Craven

Edward Daniel Craven

Jan 10, 2024

Edward Craven was born on January 14, 1961 in Key West, Florida. He passed away on January 10, 2024 due to complications from dementia.

Edward is survived by his brothers Jackson B. Craven III and his wife Julie, Steven D. Craven, Michael P. Craven and his wife Josephina, and his nephew Russell J. Craven. Edward was preceded by his father...

Ryan Keith Gillinger

Ryan Keith Gillinger

Jan 8, 2024

There are no services are scheduled at this time.

Sharon Diane Cornelius Wells

Sharon Diane Cornelius Wells

Jan 8, 2024

 

Sharon Diane Cornelius Wells, a lifelong resident of Liberty, passed away peacefully on January 8, 2024, in Dayton. She was a loving and caring mother and grandmother. Sharon was born on December 1, 1952, to Guy Cornelius and Dorothy May Graham Cornelius in Liberty.

Sharon was known for her warm and compassionate nature. She was a pillar of strength...

Clarice "Bea" Glassco

Clarice "Bea" Glassco

Jan 6, 2024

Clarice Berndeen Glassco ‘Bea’ joined her heavenly father on January 6, 2024. She was the matriarch of our family and leaves us with many joyous memories of love and laughter.

She was born September 15, 1940, in Heflin, Alabama, to Sadie and Clarence Gaines. She was the first of six children. She had a happy childhood and was a wonderful...

Benny Gene Kite

Benny Gene Kite

Jan 6, 2024

Benny Gene Kite, a beloved husband, brother, uncle, and friend, was born on February 2, 1942 in Cleveland, Texas. He passed away on January 6, 2024 at the age of 81.

Throughout his life, Benny demonstrated unwavering dedication and commitment. He proudly served his country as a Marine Reservist from 1963 to 1967, exemplifying his love for America. After completing...

Lee Ann Johnson Wheat

Lee Ann Johnson Wheat

Jan 5, 2024

 

Lee Ann Johnson Wheat, age 64, passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family on January 5, 2024, in The Woodlands, Texas. She was born on January 14, 1959, in Freeport, Texas, to parents John Howard Johnson and Joe Betsy Ann Baker.

Lee Ann's early years were marked by her education in Tarkington, where she graduated with the class...

James Robert "The Sandman" Pruett

James Robert "The Sandman" Pruett

Jan 5, 2024

 

James Robert Pruett, known as "The Sandman," peacefully passed away on January 5, 2024, in Dayton. He was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, great-great-grandfather and brother. James will be remembered for his strong work ethic, calm personality, and his love for his family.

Born on March 2, 1938, in Houston, James was raised by his loving parents Luther...

Ben Henry Findeisen

Ben Henry Findeisen

Jan 4, 2024

Ben Henry Findeisen, 79, of Splendora, Texas passed away on January 4, 2024.

He was born August 11, 1944 in Texas City, Texas, to Henry John and Zada Elizabeth Powers Findeisen. He graduated from Santa Fe High School in 1962.  Ben attended Tarleton State University and later transferred and graduated from Sam Houston State University in May 1967.  He married his beloved wife, Sandy, on July 1, 1967.  In August...

Janice Lynn Pfiester

Janice Lynn Pfiester

Jan 4, 2024

Janice Lynn Pfiester was born November 4, 1945 in Cleveland. Texas to parents, A.J. Meekins and Opaline Harrison Meekins. She went to her Heavenly Home on January 4, 2024 in Humble, Texas at the age of 78. Janice was a lifelong resident of Cleveland, Texas where she loved fishing, especially with a cane pole. She accepted Christ as her Lord...

James Winifred Goodman

James Winifred Goodman

Jan 2, 2024

James Winifred Goodman was born September 13, 1937 in North Zulch, Texas to parents James Edger Goodman and Georgia Maddox Goodman.  He passed away in Conroe, Texas on January 2, 2024 at the age of 86.

James left school at an early age to begin working as many men of that generation had to do.  He was a self-employed man,...

Linda Sue Burney

Linda Sue Burney

Jan 1, 2024

Linda Sue Burney, 75, a long-time resident of Dayton, TX, passed away on January 1st, 2024. She was born on December 18th, 1948, to parents CJ Wood and Mary Halbert Wood.

After earning her Bachelor’s Degree in nursing, Linda made her passion for caring for others a lifelong career, working for over 30 years as a nurse. In her free...

Ken Sayler

Ken Sayler

Jan 1, 2024

Kenneth Elmer Sayler was born August 8, 1955 in Hoven, South Dakota to parents, Elmer Sayler and Lillian Nies Sayler. He passed away January 1, 2024 in Cleveland, Texas at the age of 68. Ken had spent a few years as a truck driver, but was known as an air conditioning and appliance repairman. He married Donna Schauer Sayler on...

James Edward Perry

James Edward Perry

Dec 29, 2023

James Perry was born on November 5, 1958, to parents Lola and Hamlin Perry. He is preceded in death by both parents and grandparents. Those left to cherish his memories are his Wife Margaret Perry of 42 years. His kids Carolyn and husband Lonny, Tonya and husband Eric, grandchildren Tyler, Lexey, Ashtin and Dustin. Great-grandkids Anthony and Zoey. Also celebrating...

Clifford LoVon Hicks, Jr.

Clifford LoVon Hicks, Jr.

Dec 28, 2023

Clifford LoVon Hicks Jr. was born March 6, 1958, in Tampa, Florida to parents, Clifford LoVon Hicks Sr., and Annie Ruth Brinson. Clifford graduated from Texas Southern University and later earned his PhD in Theology while working as a mortgage broker. He joined our All Mighty Father in Heaven on December 28, 2023, in Point Blank, Texas at the age...

Johnie Michael Smith

Johnie Michael Smith

Dec 27, 2023

 

Johnie Michael Smith, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend, passed away on December 27, 2023, in Cleveland, Texas, at the age of 60. Born on August 6, 1963, in Connersville, Indiana, to parents Johnie Michael Smith and JoAnn Ferguson, Johnie's life was a testament to hard work, community involvement, and the joy he found in simple pleasures.

After...

David Wayne Lingle

David Wayne Lingle

Dec 27, 2023

 

David Wayne Lingle, age 69, passed away on December 27, 2023, in Spring, Texas. Born on June 17, 1955, in Houston, Texas, he was the beloved son of Billy Monroe Lingle and Nella Beth Rollins Lingle. David spent his final years in the Spring area but had previously called Point Blank, Texas, home.

David was a true outdoorsman who...

Marylin June (Gray) Salvador

Marylin June (Gray) Salvador

Dec 27, 2023

 

Marylin June (Gray) Salvador

The family of Marylin Salvador, née Gray, announced her passing on December 27th, 2023, in Coldspring, Texas at the age of 90.  She had fought a long battle with Congestive Heart Failure.

Marylin was born Marylin June Gray on May 24th, 1933, in the small town of Eversonville, Missouri. After growing up on the family...

Hortencia Moreno-Avelar

Hortencia Moreno-Avelar

Dec 27, 2023

Hortencia Moreno-Avelar was born March 13, 1967 in Mexico to parents, Cristobal Avelar-Munoz and Adelaida Ramirez- Armas. She passed away in Houston, Texas on December 27, 2023 at the age of 56. Hortencia loved her family and enjoyed raising her children. She was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, sister and daughter. Hortencia was also devoted to the Catholic Church. She...

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