Local Obituaries for Cleveland, Dayton, Coldspring & Surrounding Communities

November 8, 2025

Bert Kustermans, 64, passed away peacefully on November 8, 2025, after a courageous battle with cancer. Born November 25, 1960, to parents Christiaan Kustermans and Cornelia Ludoviceer Joannes DeBie, Bert grew up in Belgium with the strong values of service, craftsmanship, and kindness that would define his entire life.

In 2005, Bert came to the United States, settling first in Splendora...

November 7, 2025

Larry Taylor, a hard-working and resilient man, passed away on November 7, 2025, at the age of 79. Born on November 4, 1946, Larry's life was marked by dedication to his family, his work, and his country.

Larry was one of thirteen children and began working at an early age to help provide for his family. He was a successful Tug...

November 7, 2025

Peggy Ann Lott, of Cleveland, Texas, passed away on November 7, 2025. She was born on November 9, 1932, in Marengo County, Alabama, to her parents, James Holland Ethredge and Mamie Parten Ethredge, who preceded her in death, along with her husband, Thaddeus Steely Lott; her daughter, Debra Ann Lott; her grandson, Tyler Lott; and her sisters, Louis Estes, Lucille...

November 6, 2025

Marie Elizabeth WeeksBorn: February 26, 1955Birthplace : Nueces County , TexasChildren: Kenneth and wife Jessica Weeks, Sarah Weeks, Williams Hicks, Alicia Brenek , Marian and husband Bill, Eddy, Phillip and wife Kathy, Margaret and husband CharlesSeveral grandchildren and great grandchildren,Surviving siblings is Dorothy Odom and James WeeksMother: Opal Lee CantrellFather: James Edward Weeks, both deceasedShe was a stay at home...

November 6, 2025

Della Bernice Stephens, age 55, of Cass County, Texas, passed away peacefully on November 6, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. She was born on November 26, 1969, in Houston, Texas, to Charles Rose and Bernice Colson.

Known to her family as “Tinker” in her younger years, Della grew into a woman of immense strength, compassion, and heart. She was a...

November 5, 2025

Patsy Crocker DuBose, 74, of Dayton, Texas, passed away on November 5, 2025. Patsy was born on September 22, 1951, in Dayton, Texas, to parents George Melvin Crocker and Ruth Beard Crocker.

Patsy was a lifelong resident of Dayton and a faithful member of Grace Community Baptist Church. She was known for her strong work ethic and her deep devotion to...

November 5, 2025

Carrie Nell Guthrie was born in Port Arthur, Texas on April 20, 1937 to parents, Robert Presley Taylor and Rosie Maye Maddox Taylor. She entered Heavens Gates on November 5, 2025 at the age of 88. Carrie Nell worked in the pest control business for a short period of time. Her greatest joy in life was raising a large family....

November 4, 2025

David Allen Parker July 19, 1945 – November 4, 2025

David Allen Parker, 80, of Dayton, Texas, passed away peacefully on November 4, 2025. He was born on July 19, 1945, in Liberty, Texas, to parents Willie Robert Parker and Lillian Brucell Payne.

A lifelong resident of the Dayton and Liberty area, David was deeply rooted in his community. He was a...

November 2, 2025

Oma Marie Lilley was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend whose gentle spirit and unwavering faith touched all who knew her.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Cecil and Mickie Palmer, and her sisters, Janis Sue Lindsey and Deloris Evelyn Minchew.

Oma is lovingly survived by her husband of over forty years, Cullen “Sonny” Lilley; her daughters, Debora...

November 2, 2025

John Wayne Pippin, 88, of Shepherd Texas, died on Sunday afternoon at 5:45PM in his home surrounded by his family. Visitation to celebrate John’s life will be held Thursday November 6th, 2025 from 4:00pm-8:00pm. Funeral service will start at 10:00AM on Friday November 7th, 2025, at the Pace Stancil Funeral Home and Chapel located at 303 E. Crockett St. Cleveland...

November 1, 2025

Obituary for Clifford Ray Richey

Clifford Ray Richey, 85, of Liberty, Texas, passed away peacefully on November 1, 2025. Clifford was born on June 6, 1940, in Bridgeport, Texas, to parents Clifford John Richey and Edna Georgia Marie Moss Richey.

A graduate of Chico High School, Clifford built a full and meaningful life marked by hard work, faith, and community. He made...

October 31, 2025

There will be a message of hope, special music, and a meaningful slideshow honoring the lives and memories of those we love. We will also share a personal moment of remembrance as we speak the names of those who continue to live in our hearts.

Each family will receive a keepsake ornament to take home, and refreshments will be provided. This...

2025

22nd Annual Time of Remembrance

There will be a message of hope, special music, and a meaningful slideshow honoring the lives and memories of those we love. We will also share a personal moment of remembrance as we speak the names of those who continue to live in our hearts.

Each family will receive a keepsake ornament to take home, and refreshments...

October 31, 2025

October 31, 2025

Jennifer Lee Manzella was born on October 18, 1958, in Hempstead, Texas, to Antonia Alvarez and Jackino Manzella. She passed away unexpectedly on October 31, 2025, at the age of 67.

Jennifer was an extraordinary woman whose love and kindness touched everyone who knew her. She was a devoted mother of four, a proud grandmother of six, and a joyful great-grandmother...

October 29, 2025

Cassandra Jeanette Proffitt March 23, 1948 – October 29, 2025

Cassandra Jeanette Proffitt, 77, of Dayton, Texas, passed away on October 29, 2025. She was born on March 23, 1948, in Borger, Texas, to parents William Powell and Bonnie Fay Rains Powell..

For more than five decades, Cassandra traveled alongside her beloved husband, working as a timekeeper in the construction industry. Together,...

October 29, 2025

Reba Du’Ane Emerson, 78, of Oakhurst, Texas, passed away peacefully on October 29, 2025, surrounded by her loving family.

Born on February 21, 1947, in Conroe, Texas, to Carolyn King and Darwin Wallace, Reba grew up with a strong sense of family, love, and laughter. She carried those values throughout her life, sharing them freely with everyone who knew her.

Reba was...

October 28, 2025

Obituary for Berry David Thompson

Berry David Thompson, 78, of Liberty, Texas, passed away on October 28, 2025. He was born on July 1, 1947, in Warren, Texas, to parents Dewitt Thompson and Opal Corraine Wright Thompson.

Berry had made Liberty his home for more than 60 years. He was a simple, kind-hearted man who enjoyed the little things in life—like a...

October 28, 2025

Mack Owen Wilkinson was born in Meridian, Mississippi on August 9, 1939 to parents, Ellis C. Wilkinson and Claudean Allan Wilkinson. He entered Heavens Gates on October 28, 2025 at the age of 86. Mack spent the majority of his life in Splendora, Texas. He had a great love for Jesus Christ, his personal Savior, and he had a genuine...

October 27, 2025

Melynda Kathleen “Mandy” Beeson was born in Conroe, Texas to parents, Gearld Wayne Pruett and Joyce Julaine Emmons Pruett. She went to her Heavenly Home on October 27, 2025 at the age of 50. She was preceded in death by her parents, and great niece, Chloe Dagney Jordan. Mandy is survived by her beloved fiancé, Steven Wayne “Kirby” Puckett; beloved...