Obituaries

May 6, 2024

Edward Carroll “Chief” Walker Jr. also known as “The Cherokee” returned to our Heavenly Father on Monday, May 6, 2024. He was born on August 14, 1956 to parents Edward Carroll Walker Sr. and Roma Jewel Childress Walker in Yazoo City, Mississippi.

Mr. Walker graduated from Yazoo City High School with high honors, and distinguished himself as...

May 4, 2024

Johnnie Marsh, 83, entered the gates of heaven on Saturday, May 4, 2024. He was born on February 2, 1941 to Daniel Marsh and Addie Hamilton Marsh in Romayor, Texas. Johnnie was a faithful servant to the Lord. He loved his family, especially his grandchildren. Johnnie enjoyed fishing, cooking beans, and having a few drinks. He also loved to...

May 3, 2024

Cynthia Ann Wynne, of Kingwood, Texas, entered into the Gates of Heaven on May 3, 2024, at the age of 84. Cynthia was born December 21, 1939, in Huntsville, Texas. She is preceded in death by her parents Delton and Ynette Coe, and sister Lynette Coe. Cynthia was married to Joe Hines Jr. for 40 years. They enjoyed their...

May 3, 2024

Cristino "Tino" Ortiz-Lopez, of Cleveland, Texas, passed away on Friday, May 3, 2024, at the age of 75. He was born on Thursday, December 9, 1948, in Puerto Rico to Cristino Ortiz and Carman Rosa Lopez, both of whom preceded him in death. Cristino was also preceded in death by his brother, Narciso Ortiz; sister, Luz Maria Ortiz; brother,...

May 2, 2024

Velma "Tibby" Burke, of Cleveland, Texas, passed away on Thursday, May 2, 2024, at the age of 99. She was born on Sunday, November 9, 1924, in Orange, Texas, to Robert Guillot and Alia Guillot, both of whom preceded her in death. Velma was also preceded in death by her husband, Marlin A. Burke; son-in-law, James Louis; and sister,...

Apr 26, 2024

Lee Howard Etheridge, of Cleveland, Texas, entered into rest on Friday, April 26, 2024, at 75. He was born on Tuesday, March 22, 1949, in Houston, Texas, to Lee Owen Etheridge and Rosa Etheridge, both of whom have preceded him in death.  Lee was also preceded in death by his brothers, Leonard James Etheridge and Chris Steven Etheridge.

Apr 25, 2024

Richard Meehan, 76, entered the gates of heaven on Thursday, April 25, 2024. Born on October 3, 1947, in Cleveland, Ohio, to John James and Marion Theresa Kendsar Meehan. Richard proudly served as an Army scout dog handler during the Vietnam War, earning a Bronze Star for his bravery. Richard's kindness compelled him to offer assistance to others. He...

Apr 24, 2024

Robert Ansel King, 63, entered the gate of heaven on Wednesday, April 24, 2024. He was born on December 9, 1960 to Robert Steven King and Lois Lloyd King in Pasadena, Texas. Robert loved his family and will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved him. Robert is preceded in death by his mother Lois King and...

Apr 23, 2024

William Joseph Mize, 53, of Cleveland, Texas entered the gates of Heaven on Tuesday, April 23, 2024. He was born on April 5, 1971, in Houston, Texas to Rev. Carl Vernon Slaughter Sr. and Mary Louise Mize Slaughter. William loved life, his mother, and his children. He was known for having a big heart. William was a faithful servant...

Apr 23, 2024

Wayne Sitton, a beloved husband, father, and friend, passed away peacefully, doing what he loved most, on April 23, 2024, at the age of 74 in his hometown of Splendora, Texas. Born on June 13, 1949, to Sherman B. Sitton and Alma Underbrink, Wayne's life was marked by a profound love for his family and an unwavering commitment to...

Apr 22, 2024

Daniel Pena Mota, of Cleveland, Texas, entered into rest on Monday, April 22, 2024, at 47. He was born on Wednesday, December 22, 1976, to Ricardo Pena and Maria Mota in Mexico City, Mexico. Left to cherish his memory is his loving wife, Arely Reyna; his children, Daniela Pena Galicia, Kassandra Denisse Pena Galicia, Daniel Pena Romero Jr., Luis...

Apr 22, 2024

Eldon Vaughn Crossno, 67, entered the gates of heaven on Monday, April 22, 2024. He was born on November 15, 1956 in Houston, Texas to Elmo Crossno and Ilamae Cullum Crossno. In Eldon’s spare time, he enjoyed fishing at his favorite fishing spot, Lake Livingston. He had a passion for woodworking and creating beautiful walking canes. Stacey always said...

Apr 19, 2024

Justin Paul Toth, 37, our beloved son, father, brother, and friend entered the gates of heaven on Friday, April 19, 2024. He was born on November 11, 1986 in Houston, Texas to Joseph Paul Toth and Lisa Diane Toth. Justin had a huge heart and was committed to whatever he did. He was fearless and not afraid of anything....

Apr 14, 2024

Sharon Ann Myers, 64, was called home on Sunday, April 14, 2024. She was born on November 20, 1959 in Lafayette, Louisiana to Joseph Castille and Barbara Prudhomme Castille. Sharon was a faithful servant of the Lord. She loved her family especially her grandbabies. She also had a great love for Dr. Pepper. Sharon is preceded in death by...

Apr 11, 2024

Nicandro Castro,63, of Splendora, Texas entered the gates of heaven on Thursday, April 11, 2024. He was born on March 8, 1961 in Guadalajara, Mexico to Modesto Castro and Obdulia Valdez. Nicandro was a happy man. He was a loving husband, father, and grandfather. He raised his kids in Virginia then later moved to Texas, where he helped raise...

Apr 8, 2024

Gayelynn "YaYa" Pohlmeyer,60, of Shepherd, Texas entered the gates of heaven on Monday, April 8, 2024 with her loving family by her side. She was born on July 16, 1963 in Houston, Texas to Charles Royce Hightower and Letha Mackey Hightower. Gayelynn "Yaya"  had a passion for traveling. She enjoyed fishing, camping, and the beach. Gayelynn "Yaya" had a...

Apr 6, 2024

Margaret Faye Lundy, 88, of Cleveland, Texas entered the gates of heaven on Saturday, April 6, 2024 with her loving family by her side. She was born on October 10, 1935 in Baytown, Texas to John B. Glasscock and Claudia Southall Glasscock. Margaret had a passion for reading and music. She loved the gospel and watching movies. She is...

Apr 6, 2024

W C Vann "Cleo" entered the gates of Heaven on Saturday, April 6, 2024, at the age of 95. W C Vann "Cleo" was born in San Jacinto County, Texas, on March 13th, 1929. He was the sixth child of Floyd Vann and Annie Lee Vann. He grew up in San Jacinto County. At the age of 17, he...

Mar 31, 2024

Marvin Leslie Roberts, of Cleveland, Texas, entered into the gates of Heaven on Sunday, March 31, 2024, at the age of 77. He was born on Friday, January 31, 1947, in Houston, Texas, to Clyde Roberts and Alice Roberts, both of whom have preceded him in death. Marvin was also preceded in death by his older sister, Norma Roberts;...

Mar 29, 2024

Collin Ray "Big Juicy" Plaster, of Cleveland, Texas, passed away on Friday, March 29, at the age of 29. He was born on Wednesday, March 22, 1995, in Conroe, Texas, to Bobby Joe Plaster and Kimberly Michelle Watkins. Collin is preceded in death by his paternal grandparents, Homer and Cathrine Plaster; maternal grandmother, Martha Watkins; and his uncles, Kirby...