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 Maria Christina Pedia Murphrey. 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...

April 13, 2026

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

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

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

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...

April 2, 2026

Joe Edward Bowers, Sr. came into this world January 26, 1938 and left us to be with his Lord and Savior April 2, 2026. He was preceded in death by his parents Arvil Bowers and Lillian Hodges, daughter Betty Bess and daughter in law Regina Holder. He leaves behind his wife of 11 years Gay Bowers, siblings Birdie Fletcher, Davis...

April 1, 2026

James “Doobie” Burkhalter, age 17, passed away on April 1, 2026. He was born on June 26, 2008, in Galveston, Texas, to Robert Michael Burkhalter and April Michelle Burkhalter. 

James was a vibrant, fearless young man who lived life with energy, joy, and a heart full of love. He was a member of First Assembly of God in Channelview, where his...

April 1, 2026

April Michelle Burkhalter, age 39, passed away on April 1, 2026. She was born on March 29, 1987, in Tulsa, Oklahoma to Darrel Lee Robinson and Betty Joe Robinson.

April was a devoted wife, loving mother, faithful servant of God, and cherished friend to many. She was a member and the pastor’s wife of First Assembly of God in Channelview, where...

March 30, 2026

Billy Anderson Carter was born August 11, 1943 in Hamburg, Arkansas to parents, Wyatt Taylor Carter and Mamie Zelma Wallace. He passed away in Houston, Texas on March 30, 2026 at the age of 82. Billy was from a large family, being one of thirteen children. He was a carpenter most of his life and he built many beautiful projects....