Local Obituaries for Cleveland, Dayton, Coldspring & Surrounding Communities

Nov 19, 2024

Cheri Lynn Taylor was born March 22, 1947 in Grand Rapids, Michigan to parents, Warren Clay Church Jr and Alyce Kooistra Church. She passed away in Conroe, Texas on November 19, 2024 at the age of 77 years. Cheri loved Indians and wolves and you would always find her either knitting or crocheting. She lived in Coldspring, Texas for 30...

Nov 18, 2024

Nov 18, 2024

On November 18, 2024, Edna M. (Scotty) Cox passed away at the age of 90. She will be deeply missed by her family and friends. She was born on December 7, 1933 to parents Artis and Winnie Scott in Tarkington Prairie, Texas. Growing up she attended Tarkington High School and was a great basketball player for the Tarkington Longhorns.

She married...

Nov 18, 2024

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Nov 17, 2024

Junell Vern Morgan was born February 22, 1948 in Houston, Texas to parents, Clarence Hammock and Gertrude Miller Hammock. She passed away in New Caney, Texas on November 17, 2024 at the age of 76. 

She was a devoted follower of Christ and her faith was most important to her. 

Junell worked at the Houston Fire Department for over 25 years as...

Nov 15, 2024

Larry Mack Keel born July 18, 1951 in Houston, Texas to parents Roy & Christine Keel was a beloved son, husband, Dad, Papa, uncle, & friend. He was surrounded by his loving family when God called him home on Friday, November 15, 2024 at the age of 73. 

Larry loved the outdoors and was never one to sit still very long....

Nov 15, 2024

Robert Arthur Manners was born August 29, 1955 in Cleveland, Texas to his parents, Pierce and Patricia Manners. Robert started his life helping his dad in the water well business. In 1975 he began working in construction, and as a machinist. He retired from both in 2016. He loved working and made numerous friends through the years. Robert was very...

Nov 15, 2024

Earl Dean Grigsby Sr was born January 7, 1935 in Guion, Arkansas to parents, Rexford Grigsby and Olla Mae Tate Grigsby. He passed away in Scurry, Texas on November 15, 2024 at 89. Earl proudly served our country in the U.S.M.C. from 1954-1957. He was a radiographer and was a welder in the oilfield industry. The most important thing to...

Nov 11, 2024

Jeanie Lee McFall was born in Houston, Texas on May 23, 1963 to parents, Billy McFall and Dorothy Meador McFall. She passed away in Coldspring, Texas on November 11, 2024 at the age of 61. Jeanie lived in Coldspring for the past 2 years and was formerly of Shepherd, Texas. Jeanie enjoyed staying at home and raising her sons. She...

Nov 10, 2024

Norva “Faye” Cowen, beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, great-great grandmother and cherished friend, walked through the pearly gates on November 10, 2024, at the age of 87. She was born on August 18, 1937, and lived a life filled with love, faith, and family.

 Faye was married to her devoted husband, Bobby “Bob” Cowen, for an extraordinary 67 ½ years. Their commitment...

Nov 8, 2024

John Lyons, 69, went home to be with the Lord on November 8th, 2024. John was born to parents Clarence Lyons and Roselyn Booker Lyons on January 21st, 1955 in Houston, Texas. 

John is preceded in death by his parents, Clarence and Roselyn Lyons; brothers, Richard Lyons, Junior Lyons; sister, Betty Lyons. He is survived by his beloved wife Waynette Lyons;...

Nov 5, 2024

Hattie Jeanette Kelley passed away on November 5, 2024 leaving behind a legacy of love, strength, and cherished memories that will be treasured by her family and friends.

Hattie is survived by her children, sons Billy Joe Kelley and his wife, Vivian Brewster Kelley; Donnie Joe Kelley and his wife, Christian Kelley; and daughter Sunshine Kelley.

She is also remembered by her...

Nov 5, 2024

Kevin Wesley Hardin, 42, passed away in Henderson, Texas. Kevin was born to parents George Hardin Jr. and Janice Fererra on October 26th, 1982 in Humble, Texas.

Kevin will be remembered for his sense of genuine happiness, and his ability to find joy in every moment in life. Whether he was fishing, singing, or spending time with family and friends, he...

Nov 4, 2024

Victor Melvin Peschke Jr. passed away November 4, 2024 at his home in Coldspring, Texas at the age of 70. Victor was born February 9, 1954 in Houston, Texas to parents, Victor Melvin Peschke Sr. and Albina Marie Valusek Peschke. 

Victor graduated from Stephen F. Austin High School and began his career with the Houston Fire Department in 1972. He retired...

Nov 1, 2024

Louis Pigott was born September 1, 1937 in Tylertown, Mississippi to parents, W.O. Pigott and Ruby Lee Stevens Pigott. He passed away in Colmesneil, Texas on November 1, 2024 at the age of 87. Louis served our country in the US Air Force from 1954-1957. He lived in Colmesneil, Texas and was former resident of Cleveland, Texas and Onalaska, Texas....

Oct 31, 2024

Ricky Lynn Styron, born on February 13, 1955, in Lake Providence, Louisiana, passed away peacefully on October 31, 4, in Dayton, surrounded by his loving family. Ricky lived a life deeply rooted in his community, spending most of it in the area, where he became a cherished member of the local fabric.

 Ricky was known for his passion for outdoor activities....

Oct 31, 2024

Jimmy Ray Pouncey Sr was born March 27, 1945, in Rockdale, Texas to parents, Charles Nathaniel Pouncey and Freida Ida Ludwig Pouncey. He passed away on October 31, 2024, in Cleveland, Texas at the age of 79. 

Jimmy Ray was preceded in death by his parents, Charles and Freida Pouncey, brothers, Charles Pouncey Jr, Billy Pouncey. Cecil Pouncey, and Donald Pouncey;...

Oct 31, 2024

In lieu of flowers the Wilson family asks that donations be made to the Dayton Police Department and the Dayton Volunteer Fire Department.

 Leon Wilson, Sr. was born on May 24, 1957, in Houston and departed this life on October 31, 2024, peacefully in Dayton, surrounded by the loving arms of his family. He leaves lasting legacy in both his professional...

Oct 31, 2024

Sandra Jo Stephens, a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and aunt, away peacefully on October 31 2024, in Dayton, surrounded by her loving family. Born on February 4, 1944, in Texas City, Sandra lived a life rich with family faith, and community involvement.

 Sandra's educational journey began in Highlands, where she attended Highlands Junior High and later graduated from Bay Robert...

Oct 30, 2024

Richard Lee Vandver was born July 28, 1955 in Dayton, Texas. He passed away on October 30, 2024. He lived in Liberty county growing up and returned many years later. He was a loving father to his son Jimmy and his daughters Amanda and Taylor. He was a loving brother to his elder brother Wayne and sisters Rebecca, Kathy, and...