Obituaries

Local Obituaries for Cleveland, Dayton, Coldspring & Surrounding Communities


Joseph Curtis Silcox

Joseph Curtis Silcox

Mar 26, 2024

Joseph Curtis Silcox was born on November 1, 1948, in Wetumpka, Alabama, to parents Arnold Silcox and Pearlie Crumpton Silcox. He passed away at his home in Cleveland, Texas on March 26, 2024 at the age of 75.

Joseph had a deep passion for spending time with his family and loved grilling steaks for them. He found joy in the simplicity...

Norma Laverne Mitcham

Norma Laverne Mitcham

Mar 24, 2024

Norma Laverne Bell, a beloved soul, was born on November 14, 1956, in Houston, Texas to the late Jack Mirl Bell, Sr. and Laura Jean Williams Bell. On Sunday, March 24, 2024, at the age of 66, Norma peacefully departed to be with our Lord at her home in Splendora, Texas.

Norma is reunited in eternity with her dear parents, Jack...

Lelia Mae Faircloth

Lelia Mae Faircloth

Mar 24, 2024

Lelia Mae Faircloth, 91, of Tarkington Prairie, passed away at her home, The Cocklebur Ranch, on Sunday, March 24, 2024.  She was born on October 31, 1932 in Groom, Texas to parents Conrad Dean and Becky Myrtle Latimer Duffey.

Lelia is preceded in death by her parents, Conrad Dean and Becky Myrtle Duffey; her beloved husband of Cecil Faircloth; sister, Mona...

Melvin Edgar Cates

Melvin Edgar Cates

Mar 22, 2024

Melvin Edgar Cates was born October 27, 1952 in Shreveport, Louisiana to parents, Shelton Edgar Cates and Merilene Decker Cates. Melvin went to his Heavenly Home surrounded by his loving family at his residence on March 22, 2024 at the age of 71. 

Melvin worked for Southern Pacific/Union Pacific as a Switchman for 43 years. His servant heart led him to...

Albert Elton Cox

Albert Elton Cox

Mar 21, 2024

Albert Elton Cox, a dedicated retired maintenance mechanic from Lubrizol in Deer Park, has passed away, leaving behind a legacy of hard work and commitment. Born in Dallas, Texas, on January 28th, 1939, Albert's journey came to a peaceful end in Dayton, Texas, on March 21st, 2024.

 

Albert's life was marked by his service not only to his career but also...

Arnette Deloris Daugherty

Arnette Deloris Daugherty

Mar 21, 2024

Arnette Deloris Daugherty was born August 4, 1941 in Houston, Texas to parents, Arnett Dove Hopkins and Laura Ebon Winters. She went to her Heavenly Home on March 21, 2024 in Coldspring, Texas at the age of 82. 

Arnette loved to travel the world. She was involved with numerous women’s organizations, active in her church community and she loved to entertain....

Troy Bailey

Troy Bailey

Mar 21, 2024

Troy Alan Bailey was born in Houston, Texas on January 19, 1976 to parents, Kelley Gene Bailey and Beverly Kaye Trumps Bailey. He left this life way to soon March 21, 2024 in Cleveland, Texas at the age of 48. Troy proudly served our country in the US Navy. He worked many years in the flooring industry and as an...

Joshua Dwayne Bayer

Joshua Dwayne Bayer

Mar 20, 2024

Joshua Dwayne Bayer was born June 19, 1981 in Houston, Texas to parents, Dwayne and Darri Bayer. He passed away tragically March 20, 2024 in Houston, Texas at the age of 42. 

Joshua was always known as the class clown and he loved to make people laugh and to be the center of attention. Joshua had just finished Mud Engineering School...

David Howard Phillips

David Howard Phillips

Mar 18, 2024

Today we celebrate the life of David (Dave) Howard Phillips. He was born in Canton, Ohio on August 2, 1941 to parents, Phillip Howard and Thelma Inman Phillips. At the age of 82, Dave passed away in his home, surrounded by his loved ones, on March 18, 2024 in Willis, Texas. He was preceded in death by his parents, Phillip...

Shannon Sanchez

Shannon Sanchez

Mar 17, 2024

Shannon Sylvaine Sanchez was born September 26, 1970 in Greenville, Mississippi to parents Sylvester and Linda Sanchez.  HE passed away at his home in Cleveland, Texas on Sunday, March 17, 2024 at the age of 53.

Shannon is preceded in death by his sister, Dana Rena Sanchez and his son, Blake Sanchez.  He is survived by his parents, Sylvester and Linda...

Patricia Ann Yeager

Patricia Ann Yeager

Mar 17, 2024

Patricia Ann Lum Yeager, a devoted wife, and mother went home to be with the Lord on March 17, 2024. Patricia was born in Cleveland, Texas on October 3, 1963 to proud parents Roy Lum and Virginia Johnson Lum.

After high school, Patricia married the love of her life, James Yeager. Being the first couple to get married in the Cleveland...

Marsha Ann "Cricket" Manning

Marsha Ann "Cricket" Manning

Mar 16, 2024

Marsha Ann "Cricket" Manning, 86, beloved mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away peacefully on March 16, 2024, in Huntsville, Texas, surrounded by her loving family. Marsha, affectionately known as Cricket to her friends, was born on October 3, 1937, in Liberty, Texas, to her parents, George Herbert “Hub” Cameron and Rachel Draper Cameron. Throughout her life, Cricket cherished her...

Geneva Raley

Geneva Raley

Mar 16, 2024

Geneva Raley, 94, peacefully passed away on March 16, 2024, surrounded by family. She was born on May 8, 1929 to proud parents Henderson and Lizanne Coomer.

Geneva’s life was marked by a fulfilling career with Schlumberger, working as an engineer for over 20 years.  After retirement, Geneva enjoyed a variety of hobbies. From taking day trips with her daughter to...

Jerry Winford Standley

Jerry Winford Standley

Mar 13, 2024

Jerry Standley, 77, peacefully passed away at his home in Shepherd, Texas on March 13, 2024. Jerry was born on August 20, 1946 in Lufkin, Texas, to parents Dual and Virgie Standley.

Jerry is preceded in death by his parents, Dual and Virgie Standley; sister, Joyce Echols; brother, Bob Brewer; children, Kenneth Rollins and Jerry Street. 

He is survived by a large...

Vance Eugene Stiles

Vance Eugene Stiles

Mar 10, 2024

Vance Eugene Stiles, born on August 28, 1935, in Jefferson, Texas to Robert Vance Ford and Pansy Stiles, peacefully passed away at his home in Coldspring, Texas on Sunday, March 10, 2024, at the age of 88. Vance's life was marked by a fulfilling career in the oil industry both on land and at sea, spanning 18 countries. He eventually retired...

Lucile Wuertele Gates

Lucile Wuertele Gates

Mar 9, 2024

Lucy was born in Austin, Texas on May 18, 1928. She entered into the arms of her Lord on March 9, 2024 at the age of 95. She served her Lord throughout her life both in church and her daily life.

Lucy was preceded in death by her beloved parents, Gotlieb and Frances Wuertele. She was an only child which led...

Neria Gonzalez Velazquez

Neria Gonzalez Velazquez

Mar 9, 2024

Please check back later for Neria's obit.

Leegn Bear Gentry

Leegn Bear Gentry

Mar 6, 2024

Leegn Bear Gentry came into this world on October 3, 2023 in The Woodlands, Texas to proud parents, Tiffany LaVonn Finney and Kerry Lynn Gentry, Jr. He went to his Heavenly Home on March 6, 2024 in Cleveland, Texas at 5 months old.

 Leegn was preceded in death by his grandmothers, Cynthia Trout and Gale Franklin. He is survived by his...

Billy Sean Kneer

Billy Sean Kneer

Mar 5, 2024

Billy Sean Kneer, known for his expertise as a gas turbine alignment specialist, passed away Tuesday, March 5, 2024 in Dayton. He was born in Grand Rapids, Michigan, on August 1, 1991. Billy's passion for his work was evident to all who knew him.

 

In his free time, Billy pursued various hobbies with great enthusiasm. He particularly enjoyed cooking briskets, racing...

Debra Kay Flurry

Debra Kay Flurry

Mar 5, 2024

Debra Kay Flurry, 65, died peacefully at her home in Dayton, Texas, on March 5, 2024.

 

Debbie was born on October 9, 1958, in Dayton. She was the daughter of Ford and Barbara Reidland Flurry. Upon graduation from Dayton High School, she pursued her undergraduate degree from the University of St. Thomas and later her master's degree from Sam Houston State...

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