Obituaries

Mar 16, 2013

Rev. Wesley Simon Sims, Jr., also known as ?Dub? by many, was born in Parsons, Kansas to the parentage of Wesley and Rosa Sims on February 11, 1921. He began his early education in Lawrence, Kansas and went on to further his education at Kentucky State University in Frankfort, Kentucky. He served in the United States Army during WWII, where...

Mar 13, 2013

Jannie Washington(Duchess )was born to parentage of Bill Love and Dorothy Stewart on March 28, 1939 in Freestone County. Jannie was a native of Texas and attended Booker T. Washington High School. She was a homemaker who enjoyed her family, friends, bingo, painting things and shopping. She was a faithful member of Greater Memorial Missionary Baptist Church until her health...

Mar 12, 2013

Michael Earl Douglas was born on January 8, 1962 in Dallas, Texas to the parentage of William Earl Goodson and Alice Douglas-Lewis. He attended the Garland Independent School District and worked as a Construction Laborer for Cherokee Concrete until he was no longer able to continue working due to health issues. Michael is preceded in death by both parents, William...

Mar 7, 2013

Milton Wayne Douglas, the eldest son of George M. Douglas and Mary Lou Douglas was born January 24, 1953 in McKinney, Texas. A 1971 graduate of McKinney High School , excelled in academics, baseball , band and a vocalist with the Madrigal Singers.  Milton?s inspiration to become a pharmacist was influenced by Pharmacist George Webb owner of Northside Pharmacy- McKinney and...

Mar 5, 2013

Betty Nell Pea was born to the parents of Harvey (who preceded her in death) and Ora Lee Irvin, in Bryan, TX on January 20 1949. She went to be with the Lord on March 5, 2013 at her home in Balch Springs, TX. Betty graduated from Kemp High, Bryan TX in 1967. At an early age she accepted Christ...

Mar 5, 2013

James Lee Wilson was born on December 20, 1944 to the parents of Mr. and Mrs. William Wilson in Paris, Texas. His parents moved to Dallas in 1949 and he received his education in Dallas until the 8th grade and at that time he began working odd jobs to help his family. He worked as a warehouse worker and truck...

Mar 4, 2013

Mar 3, 2013

Bettie Jean Hollins Burks was born April 10, 1940 in Pittsburg, Texas to the parentage of Tryvee and Frankie Mae Hollins. She attended school in Pittsburg, TX and graduated from Frederick Douglass High School. Bettie devoted her life to caring for her children Valencia and William. She is preceded in death by her husband, Cleo Burks; daughter, Valencia Hollins; both...

Mar 1, 2013

OBITUARY For I know the plans I have for you,? declares the LORD, ?plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.  Jeremiah 29:11 NIV Theodore Calest Johnson, III was born on February 29, 1976 (Leap Year Baby) at St. Luke?s Hospital in Houston, TX to Theodore Calest Johnson, Jr. and Anitra Courtney...

Feb 26, 2013

Missionary Bonnie F. Proctor, R.N. was born on March 15, 1928 in Mexia, Texas, to the parentage of the late Dr. William M. & Catherine Harris. She received her formal education through Booker T. Washington High School after which she obtained a degree in Nursing, whereby she was one of the first African American females to be employed by Baylor...

Feb 24, 2013

Sonya Alexander Fields made her debut to the world on September 20th 1961 to Almeta Alexander and Harrell E. Holly. From that day forward, she made the world her stage. She attended the High School for Health Professions and H. Grady Spruce High School, graduating from H. Grady Spruce in 1980. Her desire to help heal the ailing human condition...

Feb 20, 2013

Willie Botello Tobar III was born on December 30, 1969 to Willie Tobar, Jr. and Julieta Botello at St. Paul Hospital in Dallas, TX. Willie attended Fannin Elementary School and J.L. Long Middle School. Music was Willie?s life and passion. Willie produced and D.J. from the Mid 80?s and continued throughout his entire life. One of the bands that Willie...

Feb 17, 2013

Rafael Martinez, Jr. was born February 22, 1981 in Dallas, TX to the parents of Marina and Rafael Martinez, Sr. He attended Samuel High School. He loved his family and enjoyed playing with his nieces and nephews. He also loved his children: Giselle Martinez, Cameron Martinez, and Rafael Martinez,III. Rafael loved to BBQ and cook out for family and friends...

Feb 17, 2013

?Dearest Kaycie, please know that our greatest blessing was having you and your sister.?  Heaven?s gain was our loss when our angel was called by our Lord. Kaycie Marie Traylor passed peacefully in the arms of her parents Sunday, February 17, 2013 at 8:27 a.m.  Kaycie Marie was born January 27, 2013 at 9:09pm.  During her 21 short days here on Earth she...

Feb 13, 2013

Obituary David Alan Zumbaum was born September 28, 1954 to William and Ramona Zumbaum in Ipswich, South Dakota. His family lived on a farm southwest of Leola, SD.  The family moved to Dallas in 1957, yet every summer David and his sisters went back to Leola and stayed with their grandparents (Paul & Mildred Henderson) on the farm.  David graduated from H....

Feb 13, 2013

Loverlene Hinton Bradley was born June 10, 1918 to the union of the late Jessie Hinton and Nancy Timmons Hinton.  She was the second of five children. She was affectionately known by some as ?Lovie? and to others as ?Sook?. She attended public school in Cuney, Texas.  After completing the eighth grade she moved to Palestine, Texas to begin her career.  Later she...

Feb 13, 2013

Samuel Lee Trotter, known as brother was born to the union of the late Walter Trotter and Rosa Snipes Trotter on July 14, 1939 in Ramer, Alabama. Samuel confessed Jesus Christ as his personal savior and was baptized at an early age in the Mount Lebanon Baptist Church in Ramer, Alabama. His family relocated to Montgomery, Alabama where he became...

Feb 8, 2013

Feb 6, 2013

Marvin Carl Clanton was born in Antlers Oklahoma, on August 27 1935, to Earl, and Lillian Clanton. He was one of 11 children. Most of his younger years were spent with his family in and around the Oklahoma City area. On October 20 1952, he enlisted in the US Navy and spent four years serving his country in and around...

Feb 3, 2013

Donald Ray Andrews was born on October 25, 1959 in Athens, Texas to Johnnie Jones Andrews and Shirley Ann Andrews.  He lived and attended schools in his hometown until his family relocated to Dallas, Texas in 1972 where he continued to live throughout his life.  He held many jobs in his community but was longest and best known as a bus driver...