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Local Obituaries for Cleveland, Dayton, Coldspring & Surrounding Communities
Ethan Cole Davis
February 24, 2025
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A memorial service for Ethan will be held on Sunday, March 2nd at 2pm in the Pace-Stancil Chapel in Cleveland, Texas.
Tommy Kelley
February 24, 2025
Tommy Carrol Kelley of Tarkington Prairie, Texas passed away at his home on February 24, 2025 at the age of 77. He leaves behind many beloved family members and friends.
Per Tommy's wishes there will be no services scheduled. Arrangements handled under the trusted care of Pace-Stancil Funeral Home.
Stanley Leon Conn
February 23, 2025
Stanley Leon Conn, a resident of the Cleveland community, passed away on February 23rd, 2025 at the age of 72. Stanley was born to parents Dan Kelly Conn and Virginia Doris Ainsworth Conn on June 25th, 1952 in Taylorsville, Mississippi.
Stanley is preceded in death by his parents, Dan and Virginia Conn; brother, Eddy Conn. He is survived by his beloved...
Cherry Lynne Gonzalez
February 20, 2025
Obituary for Cherry Lynne Gonzalez April 27, 1953 – February 20, 2025
Cherry Lynne Gonzalez, 71, passed away peacefully in her hometown of Liberty, Texas, on February 20, 2025. Born on April 27, 1953, in Liberty, Cherry was proud of her strong Indian heritage, which shaped the passionate and vibrant woman she was.
Cherry’s love for life was evident in everything she...
Robert John Knapp
February 20, 2025
Robert John Knapp, born on August 8, 1977, in Channelview, passed away peacefully in Houston on February 20, 2025. Robert led a life filled with dedication, joy, and a passion for nature, leaving behind cherished memories for all who had the privilege of knowing him.
A proud graduate of C. E. King High School in Sheldon, Robert made an impact as...
John Presley Hampton
February 18, 2025
Obituary for John Presley Hampton
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of John Presley Hampton, who passed away on February 18, 2025, in Pasadena, Texas. John was born on September 10, 1956, in Fort Worth, Texas, to parents Ted Henry Hampton and Pearl Charlene Puddy. He had made his home in Dayton, Texas, since 1982.
A proud graduate...
Denise Lynn Tarantino
February 18, 2025
Denise Lynn Bateman Tarantino was born September 21, 1955 in Parsons, Kansas to parents, Jack Arlan Bateman and Phyllis Sue Cowden Bateman. She passed away in Cleveland, Texas on February 18, 2025 at the age of 69 years. Denise has lived in the Cleveland area for over 35 years and she retired from Walmart in May of 2024 after 21...
Bertario Pineda Hernandez
February 18, 2025
Bertario Pineda Hernandez, a talented musician whose life resonated with the melodies of passion and artistry, passed away peacefully on February 18, 2025, in Dayton, surrounded by his family. Born on October 22, 1953, in La Crucillera, Mexico, Bertario had a profound love for music that spanned his lifetime, enriching the lives of many through his performances and dedication to...
Kenneth Wayne Pady Sr.
February 18, 2025
Kenneth Wayne Pady Sr was born in San Antonio, Texas on January 2, 1951 to parents, Clyde Louis Pady Sr and Ruby Faw Pady. He passed away in Livingston, Texas on February 18, 2025 at the age of 74 years. Wayne served our country in the US Army from 1972-1978 and was a lifetime member of Cleveland VFW Post 1839....
Curtis Gene Pennington
February 17, 2025
Curtis Eugene Pennington, 91, of Anahuac, Texas, passed away peacefully on February 17, 2025, in Baytown, Texas.
Born on July 25, 1933, in Pelly, Texas, Curtis “Gene” was the son of Curtis Austin Pennington and Margaret Elizabeth Oates. A proud veteran of the United States Army, he served during the Korean War. Throughout his life, Curtis “Gene” remained deeply committed to...
Katherine Yvonne Denny
February 14, 2025
Katherine Yvonne Denny was born in Beaumont, Texas on January 8, 1957 to parents, Whitmell Earl Dupree and Betty Margaret Wagner Dupree. She passed away in The Woodlands, Texas on February 14, 2025 at the age of 68.
Katherine lived in the Cleveland area for many years and was a very social person that never met a stranger. She was a...
Roy Dewight Carter
February 14, 2025
Roy Dewight Carter was born August 20, 1955 in Silsbee, Texas to parents, Marvin L. Carter and Thelma Fuqua Carter. He passed away February 14, 2025 in Cleveland, Texas at the age of 69 years.
Dewight was preceded in death by his parents, his daughter, Laura Carter; and his brothers, James Carter and Larry Carter. He is survived by his son,...
Arvie LaFayette Dulaney
February 14, 2025
Arvie LaFayette Dulaney was born February 10, 1937 in Conroe, Texas to parents, Ruddick Hobbs and Marie Birdie Fullin Hobbs. She went to her Heavenly Home on February 14, 2025 in Brenham, Texas at the age of 88 years.
Arvie was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, Jessie Allen Dulaney Sr; son, Jessie Allen Dulaney Jr. She is survived...
Mary Virginia Templeman
February 13, 2025
In Loving Memory
Mary Virginia Templeman
She was born to Virgil and Betty Wilhoit on November 5th 1934 at home in Shelbina, Missouri. She died February 13th 2025 at 8:30am surrounded by her loving family in Brooklyn Iowa. She was a devoted strong loving wife, mother, grandmother, sister and friend. She married Carl (Zeke) Templeman in 1952 in Shelbina Missouri and was...
Julia Ann "Tootsie" Ripkowski
February 13, 2025
Julia Ann "Tootsie" Zaruba Ripkowski, a beloved member of the Dayton community, passed away peacefully on February 13, 2025, in Dayton, surrounded by her loving family. Born on September 29, 1936, in Eastgate, she dedicated much of her life to serving her family, friends, and community.
Tootsie graduated from Dayton High School with the class of 1954 and went on to...
Larry Rollins Sr
February 12, 2025
Larry Rollins Sr. was born on September 26, 1957, in Houston, Texas, to Leslie Rollins Sr. and Luda Mae Bomer Rollins. He passed away on February 12, 2025, in Splendora, Texas, at the age of 67.
Larry was a skilled machinist in the oilfield industry and had a deep passion for working on and building automobiles. He was an avid outdoorsman...
Ralph Carroll Villermin
February 12, 2025
Ralph Carroll Villermin, born on March 15, 1938, in Pilot Point, Texas, passed away peacefully on February 12, 2025, in Houston. He leaves behind a legacy marked by dedication, service, and love for family and community.
Ralph enjoyed a distinguished career, retiring as a maintenance manager at the Atlantic Richfield Company, where he was respected by his colleagues and contributed significantly...
Peggy Lynne Gilmore Burk
February 12, 2025
Peggy Lynne Gilmore Burk was born in Conroe, Texas on January 14, 1952 to parents, Carrell Gilmore and Erma Webb Gilmore. She went to her Heavenly Home on February 12, 2025 in Conroe, Texas at the age of 73. Peggy worked in the cafeteria for Splendora ISD for over 10 years. She loved all the students and enjoyed her work....
Jerrelle "JD" Reeves Sr.
February 11, 2025
Obituary for Jerrelle "JD" Delroy Reeves Sr.
Jerrelle "JD" Delroy Reeves Sr., 86, of Dayton, Texas, passed away peacefully on February 11, 2025, surrounded by family. Born on March 3, 1938, in Mont Belvieu, TX, JD led a full and rich life, leaving behind a remarkable legacy of love, laughter, and hard work.
JD was the son of Ellis "Monk" Willard Reeves...
Donald Ray Goldman, Jr.
February 10, 2025
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Donald Ray Goldman Jr., who went home to be with the Lord on February 10th, 2025, at the age of 63. Donald was born to parents Donald Ray “Rock” Goldman Sr. and Mary Ann Ginn Goldman in Greenwood County, South Carolina on June 15th, 1961.
Donald truly loved life and found happiness in...
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