Local Obituaries for Cleveland, Dayton, Coldspring & Surrounding Communities

August 16, 2025

Obituary for Toy Willard Lay

Toy Willard Lay, 80, of Dayton, Texas, passed away on August 16, 2025. He was born on May 19, 1945, in Goose Creek, Texas, to parents Emmitt and Dorothy Lay.

A proud graduate of South Houston High School, Toy met the love of his life, Frances, during those early years. Their high school romance grew into a...

August 13, 2025

Obituary for Henry Charles Odom

Henry Charles Odom, 49, of Dayton, Texas, passed away on August 13, 2025.

Henry was born on January 12, 1976, in Pasadena, Texas, to Coy Frank Odom and Geneva Brooks. He moved to Dayton as a young man and had called it home for the past 30 years. A graduate of Dayton High School, Class of 1996,...

August 13, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Rhonda Ann Usher, lovingly known as “Mimi,” on August 13, 2025, surrounded by her adoring family after a courageous battle with cancer. She was 53 years old.

Born on February 17, 1972, in Houston, Texas, to Morris and Odessa Garrett, Rhonda grew up alongside her brothers, Joe and Eddie, creating...

August 13, 2025

Kyle David Somers was born in Houston, Texas on August 10, 1973 to parents, Clyde Lee Somers and Beverly Ann Rucker Somers. He passed away in Shepherd, Texas on August 13, 2025 at the age of 52 years. Kyle worked as a painter in the construction industry and was a hard worker. Above all, Kyle loved his family and cherished...

August 11, 2025

Tracy Kent LaBuff, 67, of Ames, Texas, passed away at his home, surrounded by his loving family, on August 11, 2025. He was born on September 17, 1957, in Baytown, Texas, to parents L.V. Shelton LaBuff and Peggy Joyce Littlefield.

Tracy was raised in Mont Belvieu and Tarkington, where he attended Tarkington High School. Over the years, he lived in several...

August 11, 2025

Doris Jean Rush was born June 2, 1945 in Daingerfield, Texas to parents, Homer Wayne Johns and Rena Elizabeth Harvey Johns. She entered Heaven’s Gates on August 11, 2025 at the age of 80 years. Doris was a teacher for 38 years, most of them at Southside Elementary in Cleveland, Texas. She loved all the fond memories of watching her...

August 10, 2025

Stacy Adam Reinhart was born in Houston, Texas on October 28, 1976 to parents, Roger Johnny Reinhart and Janet Faye Sanders Reinhart. He passed away in Kingwood, Texas on August 10, 2025 at the age of 48 years. Stacy was preceded in death by his father, Roger Johnny Reinhart; sister, Kelley Reinhart. He is survived by his mother, Janet Faye...

August 8, 2025

Gerald George “Jerry” Johnston was born June 18, 1931 in DuBois, Idaho to parents, Horace Johnston and Pearl Alderman Johnston. He passed away in Cleveland, Texas August 8, 2025 at the age of 94 years. Jerry was a man of great adventure. He served our country in the USMC during the Korean and Vietnam War. During Vietnam, he was aboard...

August 5, 2025

August 5, 2025

Doris Ann Hudson was born in Beloit, Wisconsin to parents, Charles Edward Summers and Irma Alice Burchfield Summers. She entered Heavens Gates on August 5, 2025 at the age of 90 years. Doris was a faithful member of the Tabernacle Baptist Church, cleaned houses and businesses, and was a manager of a snack bar for the Aldine ISD. Doris loved...

August 3, 2025

Obituary for Freddie Villarreal Jr.

Freddie Villarreal Jr., 43, of Dayton, Texas, passed away on August 3, 2025, in Spokane, Washington. Born on August 2, 1982, in Uvalde, Texas, Freddie was the beloved son of Freddie Villarreal and Evangelina Hernandez.

Freddie spent most of his life in Dayton, where he attended Dayton High School and remained deeply rooted in his community. While...

August 3, 2025

Joseph Franklin "Joe" Lowe, age 80, passed away peacefully on August 3, 2025, in Katy, Texas. Born on April 10, 1945, in San Antonio, Texas, Joe lived a life marked by unwavering faith, deep devotion to family, and a steadfast commitment to his work and country.

Joe proudly served his nation as a combat veteran in the United States Army during...

August 2, 2025

Obituary for Judy Moor Edmonds

Judy Moor Edmonds, 80, of Anahuac, Texas, passed away peacefully on August 2, 2025. Born on October 28, 1944, in Beaumont, Texas, Judy was the daughter of Halley Moor and Corine Rawlinson Moor. She was raised in Anahuac, where she graduated from Anahuac High School and later took college courses that furthered her lifelong commitment to...

August 2, 2025

 Joe Robison November 3, 1938 – August 2, 2025

Joe Robison, beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, coach, and mentor, passed away on August 2, 2025, in Baytown, Texas, at the age of 86.

Born on November 3, 1938, in Dayton, Texas, Joe’s life was defined by a deep love of family, service to his country, and a lifelong dedication to the game...

August 2, 2025

It is with love and remembrance that we share the passing of Dorothy Ann Davis Drennan, who completed her earthly journey on August 2, 2025, in Kingwood, Texas, at the age of 78. Dorothy was born on October 8, 1946, in Houston, Texas, to her parents, James Leroy Davis and Eunice Allen Davis.

Dorothy worked for General Electric before dedicating much...

August 2, 2025

Robert William “Billy Bob” Heflin Sr. was born July 5, 1953 in LaGrange, Georgia to parents, Thomas Vanell Heflin and Juanita Mackey Heflin. He passed away August 2, 2025 in Dayton, Texas at the age of 72 years. Billy Bob worked as a longshoreman for 34 ½ years and he worked for ILA 28. He worked for the Biehl Co.,...

August 1, 2025

Consuelo Santos, lovingly known as Connie or Chita, passed away peacefully at her home in Cleveland, Texas, on August 1, 2025, at the age of 95. Born on November 25, 1929, in Yorktown, Texas, she lived a long and full life centered around her faith, her family, and quiet strength.

Consuelo was a woman of gentle spirit and deep devotion. She...

August 1, 2025

Robert Adrian Lewis was born in Houston, Harris County, Texas on March 17, 1965, to parents Ira Jay Lewis and Betty Jo Lewis. He passed away August 1, 2025, in Coldspring, Texas at the age of 60 years old. Robert was a true handyman and could fix anything. He co-owned a electrical repair company and he enjoyed cutting down trees. 

He...

July 30, 2025

Donna Lynn Sandel was born March 12, 1947 in Nashville, Arkansas to parents, Aubrey “JR” Watkins and Jessie Mae Gilmer Watkins. Donna passed away in Conroe, Texas July 30, 2025 at the age of 78 years. She was a Purchasing Coordinator for Trendmaker Homes before her retirement.

Donna was preceded in death by her parents, Aubrey “JR” and Jessie Mae Watkins;...

July 28, 2025

Fred Bond Gilles Jr., 80, of Huffman, Texas, passed away peacefully on July 28, 2025. Born on September 22, 1944, in Houston, Texas, Fred was the son of Fred Gilles Sr. and Beula James.

Fred proudly served his country as a member of the United States Air Force and carried that sense of patriotism throughout his life. A dedicated and hardworking...