Local Obituaries for Cleveland, Dayton, Coldspring & Surrounding Communities

December 27, 2023

Hortencia Moreno-Avelar was born March 13, 1967 in Mexico to parents, Cristobal Avelar-Munoz and Adelaida Ramirez- Armas. She passed away in Houston, Texas on December 27, 2023 at the age of 56. Hortencia loved her family and enjoyed raising her children. She was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, sister and daughter. Hortencia was also devoted to the Catholic Church. She...

December 26, 2023

 

Carolyn Janet Anglin Luckey, born on May 6, 1945 in Cleveland, Texas, peacefully departed to her heavenly home on December 26, 2023 at the age of 78. Carolyn's greatest joy in life was her family. She was an amazing mother, sister, aunt, and a loving "meme" who cherished every moment spent with her loved ones. Her presence lit up...

December 24, 2023

 

Louise Datel Adams, age 89, passed away peacefully on December 24, 2023, in Big Sandy, Texas. She was born on January 22, 1934, in Dayton, Texas, to Frank Joseph Datel, Sr. and Sophie Zavada Datel. Louise's remarkable life was marked by dedication, love, and a deep sense of family.

Louise spent 80 cherished years in her hometown of Dayton,...

December 23, 2023

 

We are greatly saddened by the passing of our beloved Rebecca Lynn Smesny Wagner, affectionately called "Becky'. She was fifty-five. Becky was born on September 22, 1968, in Dayton, Texas, to Louis J, and Maline Smesny. She lived in the Dayton area most of her life. She had a gift for holding the family together, and she and her...

December 23, 2023

Ottie Mae Thrasher, passed away on December 23, 2023, at the age of 75. She will be remembered for her unwavering dedication as school bus driver for Huffman ISD for 20 years. Ottie Mae's commitment ensuring the safety and well-being of countless students made a lasting impact on the community. Born on January 30, 1948, Ottie Mae Thrasher was known for...

December 22, 2023

Laura Lynn Perry, a beloved resident of Dayton, Texas, passed away peacefully on Friday, December 22, 2023. She was born October 15, 1960 in New Castle, Indiana to James Albert Perry and the late Sarah Frances Lawter Perry.

 

Laura was a remarkable individual who touched the lives of many. She spent her career as a cashier and a caregiver, dedicating...

December 22, 2023

Katie “Marie” Gilmore was born February 16, 1949 in Pasadena, Texas. She passed away December 22, 2023 in Splendora, Texas at the age of 74. Marie was preceded in death by her parents, Chester Hollis and Katie Marmon; son, Lloyd Logan Lucas. She is survived by her husband of 25 years, Roger Gilmore; daughters, Missy Jones and husband Eddy, Paula...

December 21, 2023

 

Jeanie Mae Bailey Lane was born on November 22, 1932, in Forest Hill, Louisiana.  She departed this life peacefully at home on December 21, 2023.  She was 91 years old. 

Jeanie was a beloved and loving Mother, Grandmother, and Great-Grandmother.  She was blessed with Five Grand Children and one Great-Grand Child, and she loved when they came to...

December 20, 2023

December 19, 2023

 

Jill Shanks Shane, a beloved wife, mother, sister, and friend joyfully entered the presence of her Savior on December 19, 2023, in Daisetta, Texas.

 

Jill was born on February 11, 1955, in Garland, Texas, to Terry L. Shanks and Wanda L. Guffey Shanks. She grew up in Dayton and lived there for 35 years before moving to Daisetta...

December 18, 2023

Ronald Shane Brown was pronounced dead on December 18, 2023 in Uvalde, Texas. Shane (as he was known by those closest to him) came into this world in Houston, Texas on February 21, 1975 and lived to be almost 49 years of age. He was a graduate of Tenney High School and attended college in Lafayette, Louisiana. He eventually settled...

December 18, 2023

 

Judy Ellen Phillips, aged 75, peacefully passed away surrounded by her loving family on December 18, 2023, in Baytown, Texas. Born on September 30, 1948, in Fort Worth, Texas, Judy was the cherished daughter of Ted Henry Hampton and Charlene Pearl Puddy Hampton.

A proud graduate of the Azle High School class of 1966, Judy made her home in...

December 17, 2023

Jenell Yarbrough Brinson was born November 22, 1948 in Abilene, Texas to parents, William Parker Yarbrough and Evelyn Jenell Coker Yarbrough, who both preceded her in death. Jenell passed away on December 17, 2023 in Houston, Texas at the age of 75.

Jenell is survived by her beloved children, Linda Short and husband James, Sheila Jones and husband Tracy, Bonnie...

December 17, 2023

Davis Carl Capps Sr. was born August 5th, 1948 in Cleveland, TX to parents William Carl Capps and Katie Mezzalla Hoot Capps. He passed away in Shepherd, TX, at the age of 75.

Faith was a very important part of Davis’ life. He was a faithful member of Shepherd United Pentecostal Church, and greatly enjoyed the sense of community the...

December 16, 2023

Mary Catherine (Gray) Smith passed away at her home on December 16, 2023 at the age of 78. Mary was born on January 15, 1945 in Cleveland, Texas to parents David Gray and Lorene Parker Gray. She was a lifelong resident of the area and resided in Tarkington Prairie, Texas. Mary worked for Tarkington ISD where she drove a bus...

December 15, 2023

 

 

Steven Lawrence Bailey, a beloved son, brother, uncle, and friend, passed away on December 15, 2023, at the age of 39 in Houston, Texas. He departed from this world at Houston Methodist Hospital, leaving behind a legacy of love, laughter, and cherished memories.

Steven was born on January 31, 1984, in Liberty, Texas, to proud parents Alvin Bailey...

December 14, 2023

 

Bobby Ray Middleton was born April 7, 1963 in Lake Charles, Louisiana to parents, Donald Eldon Middleton and Dorothy Chapman Middleton. He passed away December 14, 2023 in The Woodlands, Texas at the age of 60. Bobby Ray started driving a truck at the age of 16 and has been a truck driver ever since. He loved the open...

December 12, 2023

 

Leo Shipman, a lifelong resident of Dayton, Texas, has passed away at the age of 86 in Baytown on Tuesday, December 12, 2023. He was born on September 12, 1937, in Dayton to his late parents, George Shipman and Reba Scott Shipman.Leo was deeply rooted in his community. He graduated from Dayton High School and remained a devoted member...

December 11, 2023

Herman Edward Cancienne was born July 14, 1937 in New Orleans, Louisiana to parents, Herman Cancienne and Lena Fanguy Cancienne, who both preceded him in death. He passed away December 11, 2023 in Houston, Texas at the age of 86. Herman served our country in the US Army and was a Fire Fighter for the New Orleans Fire Department. Before...

December 10, 2023

 

Marion Louise Parrott, a beloved member of the community, passed away on December 10, 2023, in Baytown, Texas, at the age of 79. Born on January 9, 1944, in Houston, Texas, Marion was the cherished daughter of William Boyd Parrott, Sr., and Dorothy Louis Whitener Parrott.

Marion was a proud graduate of the Sam Houston High School Class of...