Obituaries

Local Obituaries for Cleveland, Dayton, Coldspring & Surrounding Communities


Judge Lloyd "Tookie" Kirkham

Judge Lloyd "Tookie" Kirkham

Apr 29, 2024

Ira Lloyd "Tookie" Kirkham, affectionately known as Judge Kirkham, breathed his last breath on April 29, 2024, leaving behind a legacy etched deeply into the heart of Tarkington Prairie. Born on August 26, 1942, in Cleveland, Texas, Tookie was the cherished middle child of Ira Joe Kirkham and Bobbie Chapman Kirkham. His life's journey remained intertwined with the tight-knit community...

Terry "Butch" Haltom

Terry "Butch" Haltom

Apr 29, 2024

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Charles Elvin "Bo" Smith

Charles Elvin "Bo" Smith

Apr 28, 2024

Charles Elvin “Bo” Smith, age 87, went home to be with the Lord on April 28, 2024, at the Corrigan Memory Care/LTAC Facility in Corrigan, Texas.

Bo was born in Liberty, Texas on January 15, 1937, to Elvin Harvey “Bo” Smith and Alma Vernice Smith. He was a lifelong resident of Tarkington Prairie and graduated from Tarkington High School. He married...

Bonnie Byerley

Bonnie Byerley

Apr 27, 2024

Bonnie Anette Byerley, born Bonnie Anette Williams on June 22, 1935, in Dayton, passed away on April 27, 2024, in Broussard, Louisiana. She was a 1953 graduate of Dayton High School and a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, aunt and friend to many.

 

Bonnie led a life filled with love, joy, and dedication to her family. She married her high...

Cecil Brown

Cecil Brown

Apr 26, 2024

Marvin Cecil Brown, passed away on April 26, 2024, at the age of 78. He was born on December 26, 1945, in Liberty, Texas. Cecil was a loving brother, cherished uncle, and a dear friend to many. Cecil had a zest for life and enjoyed spending his time outdoors, fishing, hunting, and most of all, surrounded by his beloved family. His...

Judith Diane Hall McMullen

Judith Diane Hall McMullen

Apr 24, 2024

Judith Diane Hall McMullen of Kingwood, a beloved retired school teacher, passed away on April 24, 2024, in Liberty. She was born on September 3, 1941, in Houston.

 

Throughout her life, Judith found joy in her career as an educator and touched the lives of many students with her passion for teaching. Her dedication to shaping young minds left a lasting...

Linda Rayburn Clark Roberts

Linda Rayburn Clark Roberts

Apr 24, 2024

Linda Roberts, a beloved member of the Dayton community, passed away in her home under loving hospice care on Wednesday morning, April 24, 2024, in Dayton, Texas. She was born Linda Rayburn Clark on March 5, 1951, in Anahuac, Texas.  She grew up in Hull-Daisetta and attended high school there. She was married to Brad Roberts for 52 years and...

Kevin Wedergren

Kevin Wedergren

Apr 23, 2024

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Taylor Shea Radabaugh

Taylor Shea Radabaugh

Apr 23, 2024

On April 23, 2024, Taylor Shea Radabaugh passed away at the age of 35. Born on October 3, 1988, in Houston, Texas, to Kevin Radabaugh and Pamela Morton Radabaugh, Taylor's journey through life touched the hearts of many.Growing up in Cypress and Tarkington Prairie, Taylor's spirit shone bright from an early age. After graduating from Tarkington in 2007 his path...

Linda Pierce

Linda Pierce

Apr 23, 2024

Linda Pierce, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and talented creative spirit, passed away on April 23, 2024, in her hometown of Baytown, Texas. She was surrounded by her loving family after bravely facing a long illness.

 

Born on January 16, 1937, in Baytown to the late Silas Portervine Wilson and Lida Mae Burns Wilson, Linda's life was marked by creativity and...

Regeina Grace Neal

Regeina Grace Neal

Apr 21, 2024

Regeina Grace Neal, a retired day care attendant known for her kindness and care towards children, passed away on April 21, 2024, at her home in Dayton. She was born on August 11, 1945, in Newton, Kansas.

Regeina lived a fulfilling life centered around love and faith. She was a dedicated member of the First Baptist Church in Dayton and...

Betty "Betsy" Lyle Williams

Betty "Betsy" Lyle Williams

Apr 20, 2024

With heavy hearts, we bid farewell to a remarkable woman who touched the lives of all who knew her.   Betty “Betsy” Lyle Williams, a long-time member of the Coldspring community, passed away on April 20, 2024. Betsy was born to parents Arthur Lyle St. Claire Jr. and Myrtle Elizabeth Lilley St. Claire on August 10, 1937, in Coldspring, Texas....

Charles Wayne Bloodworth

Charles Wayne Bloodworth

Apr 20, 2024

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Charles Wayne Bloodworth, a beloved and loving man who departed this life on April 20, 2024, just 10 days before his 75th birthday. Born on April 30, 1949, Wayne lived a life marked by laughter wisdom and unyielding compassion to those around him. A true family man, Wayne is survived by his...

Robert Bruce Rozenboom

Robert Bruce Rozenboom

Apr 18, 2024

Robert Bruce Rozenboom was born January 6, 1952 in Ottumwa, Iowa to parents, Robert and Patricia Durbin Rozenboom. He passed away in Kingwood, Texas on April 18, 2024 at the age of 72. Robert loved the outdoors, especially camping and fishing. He also worked as a custodian, carnival working, and road construction all of which had him travelling across the...

Marlys Ann Lance

Marlys Ann Lance

Apr 18, 2024

Marlys Ann Lance passed at home in Coldspring TX after a 5 year battle with congestive heart failure. She was born to Eric and Cleo Schaler in Tacoma WA. Marlys was raised on a farm in North Dakota along with her 4 siblings. They raised or grew almost all their own food. It was quite a feat for a family...

Pete Silcox, Jr.

Pete Silcox, Jr.

Apr 18, 2024

Pete Silcox, Jr. was born November 8, 1940 in Houston, Texas to parents Pete Silcox, Sr. and Pearl Brown Silcox. He went to his rest on April 18, 2024 in Coldspring, Texas at the age of 83. Pete spent most of his childhood in the bay area. He has lived in Coldspring for the past 18 years and loved being...

Thelma Lou Kelley Stout

Thelma Lou Kelley Stout

Apr 16, 2024

Thelma Lou Kelley Stout was born October 31, 1932 in Nacogdoches, Texas to parents, L.R. Chumley and Lottie Dagmar Chumley. She went to her Heavenly Home on April 16, 2024 in Conroe, Texas at the age of 91. Thelma grew up in Douglass, Texas where much of her childhood was spent outdoors. She loved fishing and in her younger years...

Mark Aron Vincent

Mark Aron Vincent

Apr 14, 2024

Mark Aron Vincent was born in Pasadena, TX on May 9, 1972 to Kenneth and Beverly Vincent and passed away unexpectedly on April 14, 2024  

Mark is survived by his wife, Amanda Vincent; his mother, Beverly Vincent; his siblings, Billy Vincent (wife Danielle Vincent), Kelly Anderson (husband Bill Anderson), Scott Vincent (wife Khristie Vincent); his children, Lauren Gaddis (husband Justin...

Nancy Anne Thomas

Nancy Anne Thomas

Apr 14, 2024

Nancy Anne Thomas (MeMe) passed away peacefully on April 14, 2024, at the age of 71, after an 11-month battle with Leukemia. She fought hard until her last moments, with her family lovingly by her side.  

 

Nancy was born on July 17, 1952, in Centre, Alabama, to Harvey and Leora Bazmore. She was the last of her siblings born in...

Barbara Jean Martin

Barbara Jean Martin

Apr 14, 2024

Barbara Jean Martin, a pillar of strength and resilience, passed away on April 14, 2024, in Liberty, Texas, at the age of 83. Born on August 21, 1940, in Kennett, Missouri, to Truman Gray and Callie Roberts Gray, Barbara's life journey was marked by her indomitable spirit and unwavering determination.

In her formative years, Barbara faced adversity with grace and fortitude,...

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