Obituaries

Local Obituaries for Cleveland, Dayton, Coldspring & Surrounding Communities


Marilyn Joyce Whatley

Marilyn Joyce Whatley

Jan 21, 2024

Marilyn Joyce Hatton was born on August 19, 1929, in Silsbee, Texas, to LD and Gracey Lou Swearengen. She attended Warren High School, in Warren, TX where she excelled as the Class Valedictorian, graduating in 1946. Post-high school, she pursued education at Sam Houston Teacher’s College, earning her Bachelor of Business Administration degree in 1951, embarking on a remarkable 36-year...

Kathryn Ann Romero

Kathryn Ann Romero

Jan 18, 2024

Kathryn Ann Romero, beloved mother, sister, grandmother, and friend, passed away on January 18, 2024, at the age of 74 in Dayton, Texas. She was born on January 29, 1949, in Toledo, Ohio to Leo Walter Aungst and Zelma Irene Stark Aungst.

 

Throughout her life, Kathryn dedicated herself to caring for others. She worked as a caregiver in healthcare industry and...

Jacob Domerincus Wagner, Sr.

Jacob Domerincus Wagner, Sr.

Jan 18, 2024

Jacob Domerincus Wagner, Sr., of Dayton, Texas, passed away on January 18, 2024, at the age of 68. He was born on December 6, 1955, in Baytown, Texas, to Jack A. Wagner and Mona Germany Wagner.

 

Jacob had a fulfilling career that spanned several industries. His professional journey ran through the plastics industry and worked as a dedicated supervisor for many...

Deloris Marceline Willis

Deloris Marceline Willis

Jan 17, 2024

Deloris Marceline Timmons Willis, age 81, passed away on January 17 at Deerbrook Skilled Nursing Home in Humble, Texas. A celebration of life will be held on Saturday, February 3, 2024 at 10:30am at Thee Evergreen Church in Evergreen community, near Coldspring, Texas; Pastor John Davidhizer of Thee Evergreen Church will conduct the memorial service. 

 

Deloris was preceded in death by...

Robert T. Berwind, MD, DD, PhD

Robert T. Berwind, MD, DD, PhD

Jan 17, 2024

Dr. Robert T. Berwind was born August 1, 1939 in Minneapolis, Minnesota to parents, Otto Berwind and Eleanor Slote Berwind. He went to his Heavenly Home on January 17, 2024 in Evergreen, Texas at the age of 84. 

Robert was a graduate of Thomas Jefferson Medical College in 1965 and completed his final residency in Urology in 1970 at the same...

Paul Douglas Honey

Paul Douglas Honey

Jan 17, 2024

Paul Douglas Honey was born in Dayton, Texas on April 3, 1960 to parents, James Taylor Honey and Eva Adline Foshee Honey. He passed away January 17, 2024 in Houston, Texas at the age of 63. Paul worked as a construction worker for many years, and he loved his family. Paul will be greatly missed by everyone that knew and...

Nelda Faye Stockton

Nelda Faye Stockton

Jan 14, 2024

Nelda Faye Stockton was born on April 9, 1934 in Ogelsby, Texas to parents Eurcy and Minnie Nelson. She passed away on January 14, 2024 at the age of 89.

Nelda is preceded in death by her parents, Eurcy and Minnie Nelson; husband, Finis “Shot” Stockton; daughter, Jeanette Price; granddaughter Patricia Price; brother, E.A. Nelson, Jr.; sisters Ellyce, Eva, Annie,...

Jimmy Wayne Walker

Jimmy Wayne Walker

Jan 14, 2024

 

Jimmy Wayne Walker, beloved husband, father, grandfather, and an exceptional mechanic, passed away on January 14, 2024, in Dayton. He was born on June 29, 1945, in Cleveland, Texas.

 

Jimmy's passion for mechanics was unmatched. With his remarkable skills and expertise, he earned the reputation of being one of the best mechanics around. His ability to work on...

John Edward Hughes

John Edward Hughes

Jan 13, 2024

John Edward Hughes was born May 22, 1947 in Pittsburgh, Texas to parents, Harry Edward Hughes and Rita Mary Burke Hughes. He passed away January 13, 2024 in Kingwood, Texas at the age of 76. John proudly served our country in the US Navy during the Vietnam War from 1965-1968 on the USS Ranger. He had a long career in...

Wanda Drinkard

Wanda Drinkard

Jan 13, 2024

 

Edna Wanda Drinkard, a beloved educator and devoted Christian, passed away on January 13, 2024, in Anahuac, Texas, at the age of 96. Born on December 14, 1927, in Port Arthur, Texas, she was the daughter of James Alford Beck and Mollie Pace Beck.

Wanda dedicated over three decades of her life to shaping young minds as a school...

Bruce Thompson

Bruce Thompson

Jan 13, 2024

Earl Bruce Thompson was born in Houston, Texas on October 26, 1952 to parents, Oliver Wendell Thompson and Sophie Botelho Thompson. He passed away in Splendora, Texas on January 13, 2024 at the age of 71. Bruce worked at home for many years making dentures and later worked in the construction field.

No services are scheduled at this time.

Cristolin Hermelinda Melendez

Cristolin Hermelinda Melendez

Jan 12, 2024

Cristolin Hermelinda Melendez was born in Houston, Texas on May 13, 2023 to parents, Cristobal Melendez and Neecole Carter Melendez. She was carried by the angels to her Heavenly Home on January 12, 2024.  

Cristolin was the most perfect baby. She was so happy, beautiful, and had the longest lashes that we even gave her the nickname “Pretty Girl.” She...

Kenneth Allen Enloe

Kenneth Allen Enloe

Jan 11, 2024

Kenneth Allen Enloe, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend, passed away on January 11, 2024 at the age of 79. He was born on January 6, 1945 in Cleveland, Texas to Lawrence “Chick” Enloe and Martha Sherrod Enloe.

Kenneth will always be remembered for his dedication to his country as he proudly served in the Army during the Vietnam...

Joan Laverne Dailing

Joan Laverne Dailing

Jan 10, 2024

 

Joan Leverne (Atchley) Dailing, a loving wife, mother and grandmother passed away January 10, 2024 at the age of 79. She went to be with the Lord peacefully in her Highlands home with her daughter near her. She was born September 21, 1944 in Honobia, Oklahoma to her late parents, Roy Benjamin Atchley and Jo Ella Allen Atchley

 

...

Edward Daniel Craven

Edward Daniel Craven

Jan 10, 2024

Edward Craven was born on January 14, 1961 in Key West, Florida. He passed away on January 10, 2024 due to complications from dementia.

Edward is survived by his brothers Jackson B. Craven III and his wife Julie, Steven D. Craven, Michael P. Craven and his wife Josephina, and his nephew Russell J. Craven. Edward was preceded by his father...

Ryan Keith Gillinger

Ryan Keith Gillinger

Jan 8, 2024

There are no services are scheduled at this time.

Sharon Diane Cornelius Wells

Sharon Diane Cornelius Wells

Jan 8, 2024

 

Sharon Diane Cornelius Wells, a lifelong resident of Liberty, passed away peacefully on January 8, 2024, in Dayton. She was a loving and caring mother and grandmother. Sharon was born on December 1, 1952, to Guy Cornelius and Dorothy May Graham Cornelius in Liberty.

Sharon was known for her warm and compassionate nature. She was a pillar of strength...

Clarice "Bea" Glassco

Clarice "Bea" Glassco

Jan 6, 2024

Clarice Berndeen Glassco ‘Bea’ joined her heavenly father on January 6, 2024. She was the matriarch of our family and leaves us with many joyous memories of love and laughter.

She was born September 15, 1940, in Heflin, Alabama, to Sadie and Clarence Gaines. She was the first of six children. She had a happy childhood and was a wonderful...

Benny Gene Kite

Benny Gene Kite

Jan 6, 2024

Benny Gene Kite, a beloved husband, brother, uncle, and friend, was born on February 2, 1942 in Cleveland, Texas. He passed away on January 6, 2024 at the age of 81.

Throughout his life, Benny demonstrated unwavering dedication and commitment. He proudly served his country as a Marine Reservist from 1963 to 1967, exemplifying his love for America. After completing...

Lee Ann Johnson Wheat

Lee Ann Johnson Wheat

Jan 5, 2024

 

Lee Ann Johnson Wheat, age 64, passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family on January 5, 2024, in The Woodlands, Texas. She was born on January 14, 1959, in Freeport, Texas, to parents John Howard Johnson and Joe Betsy Ann Baker.

Lee Ann's early years were marked by her education in Tarkington, where she graduated with the class...

Share by: