Obituaries

Debbie Norene Falls

Jan 24, 2024

Debbie Norene Falls, 69, of Shepherd, Texas passed away on Wednesday, January 24, 2024. She was born on Thursday, November 18, 1954 in Houston, Texas to Alvin Payne and Jean Payne, both of whom have preceded her in death. As a young girl, Debbie was a tomboy who loved playing outside. She always brought home stray animals.  Her sister,...

Charles William Crowder

Jan 23, 2024

Charles William Crowder of Shepherd, Texas entered the gates of Heaven on Tuesday, January 23, 2024, at the age of 83. Charles was born on July 16, 1940 in Corsicana, Texas to R.L. "Pete" Crowder Sr. and Frankie Lennon Crowder. He is preceded in death by his parents and brother, R.L. "Sug" Crowder Jr. Those left to cherish his...

Minnie "Bea" Beatrice Sellers

Jan 20, 2024

Minnie “Bea” Beatrice Sellers went to be with our Lord on Saturday, January 20, 2024 at the age of 79. She was born on May 7, 1944 in Velasco, TX to Allen Colean Dulaney and Minnie Lou Sallas Dulaney. Bea has been a faithful and devoted Christian since March 26, 1959. She loved her family unconditionally. Bea had many...

Jeffrey Earl Washburn

Jan 19, 2024

Jeffrey Earl Washburn, 48, of Cleveland, Texas passed away on Friday, January 19, 2024. He was born on Tuesday, April 1, 1975, in Houston, Texas to Dennis Earl Washburn and Sharon Willison Molberg. Jeffrey is preceded in death by his father, Dennis Earl Washburn, and his aunt Judy Washburn. He was a proud graduate of Cleveland High School  Class...

James Estill Marksberry

Jan 17, 2024

James Estill Marksberry entered the gates of heaven on January 17, 2024 at the age of 86. He was born on January 12, 1938 in Highland Heights, KY to James E. Marksberry and Estill Williams Marksberry. In James’ younger years he enjoyed hunting, fishing, and working on cars. As the years progressed James devoted his life to working to...

Danny Kall Hoover

Jan 16, 2024

Danny Kall Hoover, age 67, of New Braunfels, Texas, passed away on January 16, 2024. Danny was born on September 26, 1956, to Clifton and Evelyn (Meeler) Hoover, in Magnolia, Arkansas. He was a lifelong resident of Cleveland Texas until he moved to New Braunfels for work over 30 years ago. Danny attended welding fabrication school and was a...

Aleisha C. Wolf

Jan 10, 2024

Aleisha C. Wolf entered the gates of heaven on January 10, 2024. She will be missed by all who knew and loved her.

All arrangements are being handled under the trusted care of Neal Funeral Home.

Walter Legget Smith "Smitty"

Jan 10, 2024

Walter Leggett Smith “Smitty” of Cleveland, Texas, went to his Heavenly home on Wednesday, January 10, 2024, at 84. He was born on Sunday, October 8, 1939, in Cleveland, Texas, to William Smith and Savannah “Whitmire” Smith, both of whom have preceded him in death. Walter was also preceded by his loving wife Mary Ellen “Barrow” Smith of 59...

Margaret Sue Burks

Jan 9, 2024

Margaret Sue Burks entered the gates of heaven on Tuesday, January 9, 2024, at the age of 69. Margie was born on February 12, 1954, in Houston, Texas to Fletcher “Bo” Spray and Minnie Brown Spray. She was a faithful servant, and her love for studying the bible nourished her giving heart. She had a deep love for her...

Connie Renee Williams

Jan 8, 2024

Connie Renee Williams entered the gates of heaven on Monday, January 8, 2024 at the age of 65. Connie was born on January 20, 1958 to Charles Keene and Shirley Grantom in Houston, Texas. She grew up in the country and loved to hunt and fish. Connie worked as a jailer in Montgomery County, where she retired after 21...

Danny Edward Pagan

Jan 5, 2024

Danny Edward Pagan departed this earthly life on Friday, January 5, 2024 at the age of 75. He was born on December 23, 1948 to Luther Vernon Pagan and Naomi Pendergraff in Jonesboro, Arkansas. Danny proudly served his country in the United States Army during the Vietnam War. Danny was the owner and operator of Pagan Construction. He loved...

Jackie Ray Purswell

Dec 26, 2023

Celebration of life for

Jackie Ray Purswell

March 5, 1948 - December 26, 2023

Saturday, January 13, 2024

Rural Shade Baptist Church

Cleveland, Texas

1:00 PM - 3:00 PM

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Larry Dale Hopkins

Dec 18, 2023

Larry Dale Hopkins entered the gates of heaven on Monday December 18, 2023 at the age of 84. He was born on October 2, 1939 in Hayti, Missouri to James Hopkins and Santa Anna Williams Hopkins. Larry was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and brother. He loved and cherished his family. He enjoyed being on the deer stand and...

Lyman Edward Reynolds

Dec 18, 2023

Lyman Edward Reynolds, entered the gates of Heaven on Monday, December 18, 2023, at the age of 93. He was born March 12, 1930, in Lovelady, Texas to Charlie Reynolds and Lena Tompkins Reynolds, both of whom have preceded him in death. Lyman was also preceded in death by his beloved wife, Willa Jo Reynolds; and his son, Weldon...

Zoe Ann Williams

Dec 16, 2023

Zoe Ann Williams went to be with our Lord on Saturday, December 16, 2023. Her family is creating her obituary and will be posted soon.

Bert Gene Hale Sr.

Dec 13, 2023

Bert Gene Hale Sr., of Hempstead, Texas, passed away on Wednesday, December 13, 2023, at the age of 79. He was born on Sunday, February 27, 1944, in Dallas, Texas to Bertrum Hale and Edna Louise Bates Hale, both of whom have preceded him in death. Bert was also preceded in death by his loving wife, Mary Rose Hale....

Kenneth Byron Watkins

Dec 10, 2023

Kenneth Byron Watkins entered the gates of Heaven on Sunday, December 10, 2023, at the age of 75. Kenneth was born on December 24, 1947, to Bailey Watkins and Clara Danley Watkins in Harlingen, Texas. He served as Chief Warrant Officer on a nuclear sub in the United States Navy for 20 years.  He was also a member of...

Marvin Stanley Gilmore

Dec 10, 2023

Marvin Stanley Gilmore went to be with our Lord on Sunday, December 10, 2023 at the age of 69. Marvin was born on January 27, 1954 in Pasadena, Texas to Marvin Gilmore and Allene Whitmire. He was an avid outdoorsman; he had a passion for hunting, fishing, and guns. Marvin loved his family and spending time with them. He...

Patricia Ann Beard

Dec 6, 2023

Patricia Ann Beard, our beloved mother, sister, and grandmother went to be with our Lord on Wednesday, December 6, 2023, at the age of 76. Patricia was born on October 23, 1947, in San Augustine, TX to Doris Loggins. She was a faithful servant and an excellent mother to her precious children. She found her passion working as a...

Jacob Timothy Neal

Dec 3, 2023

Jacob Timothy Neal entered the gates of heaven on Sunday, December 3, 2023 at the age of 29. He was born on September 15, 1994 in Humble, Texas to Johnny Neal and Chasity Stotts Murray. Jacob was a loving son, grandson, loving big brother and a friend to many. He loved fishing, music and lived life on the edge....