Local Obituaries for Cleveland, Dayton, Coldspring & Surrounding Communities

Feb 3, 2025

Marvin Eugene Powell, a beloved member of the Cleveland community, passed away on February 3rd, 2025, at the age of 79. Marvin was born to parents William Eugene Powell and Gladys Murie Kelley Powell on December 15th, 1945 in Beaumont, Texas. 

Marvin devoted his life to serving and protecting others, touching countless lives with his commitment to justice, kindness, and unwavering...

Feb 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...

Feb 10, 2025

Please check back for Lester's obit.

Services for Lester will be held on Saturday, February 15th with visitation from 10am-11am and his funeral beginning at 11am with Rev. Malcolm Burton officiating.  Burial will follow in Plum Grove Cemetery,

Feb 9, 2025

Please check back for Billy Green's obit.

A visitation will be held on Monday, February 17th from 5pm-7pm at Pace-Stancil Funeral Home in Coldspring. Billy Green's funeral will be held the following day, Tuesday, February 18th at 10am at First Baptist Church Coldspring.  Burial will follow in Laurel Hill Cemetery. 

Feb 9, 2025

Linda Wilcher, a cherished member of the Dayton community, passed away peacefully on February 9, 2025, at the age of 74. Born on January 9, 1951, in Kerrville, she brought beauty and creativity to the world through her work as a floral designer.

 Linda was a devoted mother to her children, Kristy Barker and her husband James, and Leon Wilson, II...

Feb 8, 2025

Feb 6, 2025

Ruby Jean Kelley-Anderson was born January 26, 1931 in Cleveland, Texas to parents, Thomas Aallan DuBose and Ruby Gabriel Carson DuBose. She passed away February 6, 2025 in Cleveland, Texas at the age of 94 years. 

Ruby was preceded in death by her parents, Thomas and Ruby DuBose; husbands, Carson Kelley and Lewey Anderson; brothers, Paul DuBose, Hilliard DuBose, Allen DuBose;...

Feb 5, 2025

Laura "Kaye" Porter, born on January 28, 1958, in Beaumont, passed away on February 5, 2025, in Dayton. She was a dedicated educator who spent many years teaching at Anahuac ISD, Dayton ISD, and Cleveland ISD, inspiring countless students with her passion for learning. Kaye held a Master's Degree in Education, reflecting her commitment to education and the enrichment of...

Feb 5, 2025

Cheryl Olenga Sackett Gooden, a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away on February 5, 2025, in Kingwood. Born on March 23, 1956, in Baytown, Texas, Cheryl spent her entire life in the Kenefick area, where she formed deep connections with her community and her loved ones.

 For many years, Cheryl dedicated herself to nurturing babies at a local day...

Feb 4, 2025

Erma Mae Burton, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully on February 4, 2025, in Lufkin, Texas, at the age of 93. She was born on July 30, 1931, in Livingston, Texas; but she was a longtime resident of Dayton, Texas.

 Erma dedicated many years of her life to working in the customer service field, where her warm smile...

Feb 4, 2025

David Glynn Nethery, a beloved husband, father, brother, uncle, and friend, passed away on February 4th, 2025, at the age of 56. David was born to parents James Robert Nethery and Amy Patricia Robertson Nethery on August 5th, 1968, in Houston, Texas. 

David is preceded in death by his parents, James and Amy Nethery; brother-in-law, Carlos Diaz.

He is survived by his...

Feb 3, 2025

Jimmy Ray Vickery, 92, passed away on February 3rd, 2025 in Athens, Texas. Jim was born to parents James Admiral Vickery and Carrie May Enloe Vickery on December 3rd, 1932 in Conroe Texas.Upon graduation from Cleveland High School in 1951, Jim enlisted in the U.S. Air Force. He proudly served our country in the Korean War. Following his service in...

Feb 3, 2025

Jonathon Samuel Fullaway was born July 22, 2003 in York, Pennsylvania. He passed away on February 3, 2025 in Humble, Texas at the age of 21. Jonathon graduated from Splendora High School in 2022. He was currently working at McDonalds in Cleveland, Texas. Jonathon always wanted to be a photographer and he loved sunrises and sunsets. He loved all of...

Feb 3, 2025

A memorial service for Shawn will be held at the Liberty Church in Cleveland, Texas on Friday, February 7th from 5pm - 7pm.

Feb 2, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Edmundo Torres, a beloved husband, Father, Grandfather, Brother, and friend, who left us peacefully on February 2, 2025 at the age of 58.

 Edmundo was a man whose spirit lifted up every room he entered. Known as the life of the party, his laughter was infectious, his stories unforgettable, and...

Feb 2, 2025

Michael “Mike” Wayne Livanec was born in El Campo Texas on October 12th, 1952, and was called home and welcomed into the arms of the Lord on February 2nd, 2025. He is survived by his loving and devoted wife, Sandra “Sandy” Livanec and their two children, daughter Brandy Price and her husband Wayne Price and son Philip Livanec and his...

Feb 1, 2025

Noel Denton Risener was born April 2, 1948 in Key West, Florida to parents, Warren Porter Risener and Ruth Sample Risener. He passed away February 1, 2025 in Cleveland, Texas at the age of 76 years. Noel proudly served our country in the US Navy from 1970-1976. In the Navy he developed a passion for nuclear mechanics and his last...

Feb 1, 2025

Joan Bullard, age 83, of Houston, Texas, went to her Heavenly Home on February 1, 2025. Born on March 11, 1941, in Houston, she was the daughter of Russell Enloe Sr. and Martha Henderson Enloe. Joan was preceded in death by her parents and her son, Bill C. Carnline Jr.

Joan is survived by her daughter, Roxanne Grein and husband Craig;...

Jan 30, 2025

Kristina Dee Van Buren, 54, passed away on January 30th, 2025 in Cleveland, Texas. She was born to parents Russell Martin Van Buren and Alice Laura Howard Van Buren on June 23rd, 1970 in Wichita, Kansas. 

Kristina will be lovingly remembered as a people person who never met a stranger. She was an unselfish person who would have given the shirt...

Jan 29, 2025

Jeremiah Conde, a cherished member of his community and a devoted family man, passed away on January 29, 2025, in Mont Belvieu. Born on November 11, 1977, in Naples, Florida, Jeremiah was a lifelong resident of Huffman, where he built a life filled with passion and purpose.

 For the past four years, Jeremiah dedicated himself to his career, working with B...