Local Obituaries for Cleveland, Dayton, Coldspring & Surrounding Communities

April 8, 2026

Roland Ray Lavergne, age 90, passed away peacefully on April 8, 2026. He was born on November 13, 1935, to Ernest Lavergne and Laura Fontenot, and lived a long and meaningful life marked by dedication, service, and a deep love for his family and country.

Roland attended St. Joseph’s Catholic Church in Dayton. A proud patriot, he served his country honorably...

April 11, 2026

Brenda Lee Allen, 65, of Dayton, passed away on April 11, 2026. She was born on September 3, 1960, in Garland, Texas, to Elbert Ross Slaydon and Cora Lee Baggett.

Brenda was a devoted member of Christian Faith Church and lived a life rooted in faith, family, and joy. She had a deep love for gardening, especially flowers, and found great...

April 6, 2026

David Emmit Murphrey was born in Fairfield, California on November 20, 1961 to parents, David Emmit Murphrey Sr and Mary Cristina Padilla.

He entered Heaven’s Gates on April 6, 2026 at the age of 64. David worked in the oilfield and construction industry as a Chief Engineer. He had a great love for his family and was a great listener.

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April 16, 2026

April 15, 2026

Daniel Abraham Leonardt was born December 10, 1926 in Detroit, Michigan to parents, Walter A. Leonardt and Emma Reuel Leonardt. He passed away April 15, 2026 in Crosby, Texas just eight months shy of his 100th birthday. Daniel proudly served our country in the US Navy during WWII, and was a steel worker with Armco before his retirement. He was...

April 14, 2026

Jeannette Carson Thompson, born October 27, 1950, passed away peacefully on April 14, 2026, leaving behind a legacy of love, strength, and unwavering faith.

Jeannette was a devoted wife, a loving mother, a cherished sister, and a beloved aunt. To her grandchildren and great-grandchildren, she was “Mawmaw”, a name spoken with warmth, comfort, and deep affection. Her family was the center...

April 14, 2026

April 13, 2026

James Brauner Whisenant III was born in Houston, Texas to parents, Thomas Walter Whisenant and Marilyn Rose Daricek Whisenant. He passed away in Crockett, Texas on April 13, 2026 at the age of 47. James was an installation technician in the security and fire industry. He enjoyed his life, and he loved his family and friends. James was always willing...

April 12, 2026

Alton Lynn Faulkner, born October 11, 1957, in Liberty, Texas, to Alton Ray Faulkner and Helen Simmons McClain, passed away April 12, 2026. Alton was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and friend whose presence brought warmth, laughter, and comfort to all who knew him.

He is survived by his beloved wife, Barbara Godejohn Faulkner; his sons, Jason Faulkner and Travis Faulkner;...

April 11, 2026

Ervin Ronald “Ron” Whitmire, 83, of Cleveland, Texas, passed away peacefully on April 11, 2026, surrounded by his loving family. He was born on March 13, 1943, in El Campo, Texas, to Ervin and Margaret Whitmire.

For more than 47 years, Ron and Mary built a life and legacy together through their family business. What began as Whitmire Machine later became...

April 11, 2026

Kenna Lee Griffin, born August 15, 1974, in Houston, Texas, to James and Christene Griffin, passed away on April 11, 2026.

Kenna was a loving daughter, sister, aunt, and friend whose warmth and kindness touched the lives of everyone who knew her. She had a gentle spirit, a caring heart, and a way of making others feel seen and valued. Her...

April 11, 2026

Daniel Allan Kira was born February 25, 1945 in Bayonne, New Jersey to parents, Nicholas Kira and Agnes Armstrong Kira. He entered Heaven’s Gates on April 11, 2026 in Coldspring, Texas at the age of 81. Daniel served our country in the US Army and retired from Western Electric where he worked in communications. Daniel was also a member of...

April 10, 2026

Randy Wayne Condra was granted wings on April 10th, 2026. He passed peacefully in his sleep knowing he was loved and cherished by many. He was born August 17th, 1948 in Houston, Texas, in Harris County. He was the son of Jesse Lee “Granny” Condra and Louis Condra. 

He graduated from Northshore High School and was a long-time resident of Channelview...

April 10, 2026

April 10, 2026

Jannifer Kay McAdams, age 65, of Cleveland, Texas, passed away on April 10, 2026. She was born on September 28, 1960, in Monroe, Louisiana, to Edward Lee Westbrook and Elaine Yvonne Westbrook.

Jannifer was a loving daughter, sister, aunt, and friend whose kindness and strength touched the lives of many. She made her home in Cleveland beginning in 1979, where she...

April 9, 2026

April 9, 2026

Richard Vernon Donnan was born in Texas City, Texas on January 25, 1959 to parents, James Cecil Donnan Sr and Mary Elizabeth Hastings Donnan. He went to his Heavenly Home on April 9, 2026 in Houston, Texas at the age of 67. Dickie was a simple man that enjoyed life to the fullest. He worked in construction for 40 years,...

April 8, 2026

Pamela Sue Bell was born January 4, 1954 in Seminole, Texas to parents, William Leroy Harris and Maxine Watkins Harris. She passed away April 8, 2026 in Porter, Texas at the age of 72. Pam was a beloved daughter, sister, aunt and friend. Graveside Service is scheduled for Friday, April 24, 2026 at 10am in the Pace-Stancil Memorial Rest Gardens...

April 3, 2026

April 2, 2026

David Nathan Arnold, 66, of Dayton, Texas, passed away on April 2, 2026. He was born on September 30, 1959, in Abington, Pennsylvania, to Leonard Ross Arnold and Jean Dale McKeever, both of whom preceded him in death.

David was a quiet, observant man who found joy in the simple beauty of life and in the people around him. He attended...