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Gilmer, Texas Mary Cynthia Statham 1938 — 2024 Graveside services for Mary Cynthia Hart Statham, 86, of Gilmer, will be held at 3:00 pm, Saturday, April 6, 2024, at Mulhearn Memorial Park in Monroe, Louisiana with Pastor Rory Chance officiating. Visitation will be held at 2:00 pm prior to the service. Arrangements are under the direction of McWhorter Funeral Home. Cynthia was born February 24, 1938, in Monroe, Louisiana to Otis Duke Hart Sr. and Mary Elizabeth Jones Hart and passed from this life on April 1, 2024, in Gilmer, Texas. On August 31, 1956, in Monroe, Louisiana, she married Carl Wilburn Statham and together they shared 56 years. Cynthia worked as a church secretary for many years before her retirement. She was a member of...

Texas City, Texas John Charles Weaver 1928 — 2023 Johnnie Charles "John" Weaver, age 94, passed from this life on Saturday, September 16, 2023. He was born in Clarks, Lousiaina on October 13, 1928 to parents, Hurley Young Weaver and Sybil Emma (Evans) Weaver. John worked as a compressor operator for thirty-five years at Tenneco Gas & Pipeline of West Monroe, Louisiana. John proudly served his country in the United States Navy. He is preceded in death by his parents, Hurley and Sybil Weaver; his wife, Dorothy Weaver; siblings, Zelda Benton, Paul Weaver, Ann Smith and Betty Hearold and step-son, Mike Haney. He leaves behind to cherish his memory, son, John Charles Weaver and wife, Lorretta; daughters, Mary Tindall and husband,...

Dallas, Texas Samuel "Sam" Davidson 1932 — 2023 Samuel "Sam" Davidson died on Wednesday, September 13, 2023 in Plano, Texas; he was 91 years old. Known as "Pop" by his expansive family, Sam was a spirited, loving spouse, father, grandfather and great grandfather. He is survived by his wife Sally Davidson, his children Tracy Denney, Andrew Davidson (wife Sarah), Elise Davidson, Alan Green (wife Mary Beth), Annie Jopling (husband James), Warren Green (wife Cynthia), Doug Green (wife Annette), his sister Judy Gilman (husband Kenneth) and cousin Henry Louis (wife Phyllis), as well as 19 grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren. He was predeceased by his grandson Nicholas Denney and Sam's parents, Harry and Gertrude Davidson. Sam will be...

Mt Enterprise, Texas Fred Boulware 1931 — 2023 Freddie was born in the community of Weston, Louisiana on February 17th, 1931 and peacefully passed this stage of life on August 2nd, 2023 at his home in Mount Enterprise, Texas following a brief illness. He graduated Jonsboro-Hodge High School in 1947, then spent the next 4 years selling Bibles throughout the south. He honorably served in the Army during the Korean War, after which he entered Louisiana Tech studying Accounting. In September 1957 Fred began working for Suburban Homes, a real estate builder-developer, and water-sewage owner. After serving Suburban homes for 25 years, he purchased his home on 2.9 acres in the Minden, Texas community. Here he retired to enjoy his...

Richmond, Texas Lynda W. Bayles 1945 — 2023 Lynda W. Bayles, 77, of Katy, Texas, was born on October 30, 1945 to Lilbon Wade and Leola Williams in Sondheimer, Louisiana and passed away on Tuesday, June 20, 2023, predeceased by her husband Billy on October 8, 1999. She grew up with her 8 loving siblings and is survived by her son Aaron (Jennifer) and grandchildren Savannah and Joshua all of Katy, Texas; brother Walter "Skeeter" Williams of El Paso, Texas, sister Pat Fairchild of Transylvania, Louisiana; and many nieces, nephews. Lynda was a Petroleum Landman and worked with her husband, Billy in Michigan, Arkansas and Illinois. After having her only child, Aaron, Lynda and Billy settled in West Monroe, Louisiana, where she loved...

Daleville, Virginia James W. Jim Gilliland 1944 — 2023 Dr. James W. "Jim" Gilliland August 28, 1944 - May 13, 2023 Dr. James W. "Jim" Gilliland, age 78 of Daleville, passed away Saturday, May 13, 2023 at Friendship Assited Living following a brief illness. Jim was born in Honolulu, Hawaii August 28, 1944 and lived in Daleville since 1970. He was the son of the late Dr. James W. and Genevieve McVeigh Gilliland. Jim was a Public Health Dentist for The Commonwealth of Virginia for 40 years, retiring in 2009. He was graduated from Northeast Louisiana State University (University of Louisiana, Monroe) and received his Doctor in Dentistry from St. Louis University. Jim was a lifetime member of Troutville Rescue Squad, was a member of Troutville...

Giddings, Texas Michael Conley Schooler 1950 — 2022 Michael Conley Schooler, of Giddings, TX, passed away December 6, 2022. For complete obituary and expressions of sympathy please visit www.mackeywoodlawn.com.

Shreveport Sarah Kathrine Mickel 1959 — 2022 Sarah Katherine Mickel went to heaven on January 28, 2022, following a lengthy battle with an incurable autoimmune condition. She was born in Monroe, LA but lived her entire adult life in Shreveport, where she worked for Jani-King. A born-again Christian, Sarah attended Bethel Assembly of God Church in Shreveport. Sarah was proceeded in death by her parents, Ruth and T. Mickel. She is survived by her sister, Diana Austin (Bruce); brothers, Joseph Mickel, and Timothy Mickel (Stephanie); eight nieces and nephews, 12 grandnieces and grandnephews, and a host of cousins. Graveside services will be held at Riverview Cemetery in Monroe on March 4, 2022 at 11:00 a.m. Please make memorials to...

Austin Joyce Marie Hays 1933 — 2021 Joyce Marie Hays, age 88, passed away peacefully December 2021 after a long illness. She was born in 1933 in Shreveport, LA to Lucille and Lynn Gorman Powell. The only daughter amongst five boys, Lynn, Bill, Bobby and Wayne who preceded her in death and is survived by her younger brother, Charles David. She attended St. Vincent Academy 1939-1951 where she made lifelong friends. Joyce married her only love, John Dallas Hays, in June 1957. They spent most of their married life in Shreveport and Monroe, LA. John D. passed away in November 1996. Joyce is survived by all four of their children Lyn, Jody, John and Susan, 6 grandchildren and 2 great grandchildren. Joyce worked as a secretary at...

Centerville Larry Poe, Sr. 1952 — 2021 Larry Poe Sr., a retired Naval Petty Officer and long time resident of Centerville, GA, died unexpectedly on November 15, 2021, at the age of 69 while in the comfort of his own home. Larry was born in Fayetteville, NC on April 29, 1952 to Jafus Poe and Ida B. Walker. He graduated from St. Frederick Catholic High School in 1970, was baptized at New Hope BC in Kennedy Alabama by Rev. Morgan, and after moving to Monroe, LA he joined The New Tabernacle Baptist Church where he remained active until he enlisted into the United States Navy in November of 1971. Larry faithfully served this great country for over 20 years earning numerous awards to include but not limited to the National Defense...

Cumming, GA John Richard Watson 1938 — 2021 John Richard Watson, known to friends and family in Atlanta as Dick (and to those in his hometown of West Monroe, LA, as Richard) died peacefully on October 14. He is survived by his daughters Ginger Griffith and Ashley Watson (Karen Twait), his grandsons Watson and Mac Griffith, his sister Cindy Cagle, and many nieces and nephews. He was 83. Dick's life was defined by the many rich relationships he enjoyed with friends and family, all of which brought him incredible joy. First and foremost among these was his partnership of more than 50 years with his late wife, Gina Beem Watson, whom he adored. Their dance through life was filled with laughter, and we are certain he is thrilled (and...

Shreveport, LA Samuel William Caverlee 1945 — 2021 Samuel William Caverlee passed away peacefully on Wednesday, September 29, 2021, from complications of Alzheimer's disease. His wife and best friend, Ellen, and his two sons, John and James, were by his side. Sam was born on June 19, 1945, in Chicago, Illinois to Robert John and Constance McReynolds Caverlee and was the second of four brothers. Following his father's death when he was only 5, Sam moved with his mother and brothers to Monroe, Louisiana. Sam was a 1963 graduate of Neville High School. While at Neville, he was the Student Body President, Mr. Neville and a member of the 1963 Neville State Championship basketball team. As Student Body President, Sam worked with the Monroe...

Jackson, MS Mary Lea Hagan 1939 — 2021 Mary Lea Hagan, n?e Cascio, was born in Monroe, Louisiana on July 18, 1939 and passed away in Jackson on September 17, 2021. The eldest of six children to Charles and Annie Cascio, a highlight of Mary Lea's life was her Italian heritage and her Catholic faith. Whether in the kitchen passing down traditional recipes or traveling to visit St. Joseph altars, these threads were woven throughout. She is survived by her brother Charles, her sisters Rose Anne, Sarah, and Carolyn, and their respective spouses Wanda, Joe, Bill, and Padg. A longtime member of St. Richard Catholic Church, she was steadfast in her faith to the end. Mary Lea never met a stranger and invested heavily in...

Gilmer Charles William Cook 1936 — 2021 Charles William "Bill" Cook passed away August 30th. He was born May 30, 1936, to W.E. and Irma Cook in Louisville, KY. His family eventually settled in Sherman, TX, where he attended Sherman High School. He also met the love of his life, Beverly Shannon. while a teenager. He went on to attend the University of Oklahoma and the University of Texas, where he received a dual degree in Architecture and Engineering. He and Beverly married in 1958 and settled in Dallas, TX, where they raised four children. Bill was a successful architect and engineer for many years in the Dallas area, and he mentored many young architects. He was also a coach and mentor to many young athletes in soccer, softball,...

Bossier City Brenda Melder Vest 1944 — 2021 A Graveside Service in celebrating the Life of Brenda Vest will be held at 2:30 p.m., on Thursday, June 24, 2021, at Providence Memorial Park Cemetery, in Lake Providence, Louisiana.

Bossier City Maureen Van Hulle Barber 1944 — 2021 "As you read this newspaper, my family will be preparing to bury me, Maureen Van Hulle Barber. But I will not be there. I am now breathing free and am happy, no longer in pain or suffering. Through the tunnel of beautiful light l will be joined by my daughter, Veronica; my mom and dad; my brother, Joe; and all the angels and loved ones who have passed before me who usher me to the feet of Jesus. Finally, I am home!" A mass of Christian burial celebrating the life of Maureen Barber will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Tuesday, June 1, 2021, at St. Jude's Catholic Church in Benton, Louisiana. The family will receive friends and family for visitation Monday, May 31, 2021 from 5:00 p.m. until 7:00...

St. Simons Island, GA, Georgia Harry McClellan Moffett, III 1941 — 2021 Harry ("Hal") McClellan Moffett III passed away of natural causes on January 28, 2021. He is a native of Kansas City, Missouri and resided in St. Simons, Island with his wife Dale Vaughn Rivenbark Moffett for 12 years. He was an active member of the St. Simons Presbyterian Church where he served as Deacon. He was survived by his wife Dale Vaughn Rivenbark Moffett of St. Simons Island, Georgia, his daughter Elizabeth Moffett Clark and her husband Jim, Mt. Pleasant, South Carolina, son Harry M. Moffett, IV and his wife Deirdre of New Orleans, mother Margaret Neel Yarbrough Moffett of Dallas, sisters Peggy Moffett Zbinden, Dallas, and Ann Moffett Tully, St. Louis. He was preceded in death...

Alameda, California Rufus Johnson 1938 — 2020 Rufus Johnson was born on September 13, 1938 in Monroe, Louisiana to Rufus Johnson, Sr. and Emma President. Rufus had two brothers, Thomas Johnson and Jeffie Lee Johnson. He was a 1956 graduate of Carroll High School where he played football and met his wife, Marie Outz. To their union three children were born, Ronald, Donald and Veronica. Rufus retired as Master Sergeant from the U.S Army after serving 28 years. He was member of the 82nd Airborne Rangers and served in Vietnam. He was also a Provost Sergeant as a military policeman. After retiring, he worked for the postal service in Alameda, CA for 20 years. Rufus was a proud Minister and a 33rd degree Mason who held memberships in...

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