Joel Michael Ellis
Jun 5, 2026
Joel Michael Ellis, 69, of Minden, Louisiana, passed away Friday, June 5, 2026, in Shreveport, Louisiana.
Graveside service will be held at 2:00 p.m., Friday, June 12, 2026, at Truitt Cemetery in Joaquin with visitation beginning at 1:00 p.m. Bro. Steve Ellis will officiate.
Born September 11, 1956, in Center, Joel is the son of Joe Ellis and Winola Williams Ellis. He...
Jose A. Solis Gallegos
Jun 4, 2026
Jose was born on November 17, 1987, in Mexico and was called home to be with the Lord on June 4, 2026.
Visitation will be held from Noon to 6:00 p.m., Tuesday, June 9, 2026, at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center.
Jose was the kind of person who could walk into any room and instantly light it up. He had...
Kimberly Nicole Clowers
Jun 3, 2026
Kimberly Nicole Clowers, 39, of Chireno, passed away Wednesday, June 3, 2026, in Houston.
Funeral service will be held at 11:00 a.m., Monday, June 8, 2026, at First Baptist Church in Tenaha with visitation beginning at 10:00 a.m. Bro. Bill Holmes will officiate. Interment will follow at Ramah Cemetery in Tenaha.
Born August 28, 1986, in Nacogdoches, Kimberly is the daughter of...
Marcell Jackson
Jun 2, 2026
Marcell Jackson, 82, of Center, passed away Tuesday, June 2, 2026, in Center.
Visitation will be held from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., Friday, June 5, 2026, at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center. Funeral service will be held at 2:00 p.m., Saturday, June 6, 2026, at Watson & Sons Chapel with Bro. Kevin Windham officiating. Interment will follow at...
Peggy Woodfin
May 31, 2026
It is with deep sadness that we share the news that our beloved mother, Peggy Woodfin, has passed from this life to be with her Lord and Savior.
She was a devoted wife, wonderful mother, and a loving Mamaw whose kindness, strength, and gentle spirit touched everyone around her. We will miss her more than words can say.
Peggy was born August...
Joe Douglas Madden
May 31, 2026
Joe Douglas Madden, 77, of Center, TX, passed away Sunday, May 31, 2026, peacefully at his home.
Visitation will be held from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., Monday, June 1, 2026, at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center. Funeral service will be held at 10:00 a.m., Tuesday, June 2, 2026, at Watson & Sons Chapel with Bro. Wayne Butler officiating....
Claudine Buckner
May 29, 2026
Claudine Buckner, 92, of Center, passed away Friday, May 29, 2026, in Center.
Graveside service will be held at 3:00 p.m., Sunday, May 31, 2026, at Spann’s Chapel Cemetery in Center with visitation beginning at 2:00 p.m. at Spann’s Chapel Missionary Baptist Church in Center. Bro. Don Noble will officiate.
Born May 13, 1934, Claudine is the daughter of Robert Gunnels and...
Helen Joyce Windham
May 25, 2026
Helen Joyce Windham, 68, of Center, passed away Monday, May 25, 2026, in Center.
Visitation will be held from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., Thursday, May 28, 2026, at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center. Funeral service will be held at 11:00 a.m., Friday, May 29, 2026, at Watson & Sons Funeral Home with Bro. Bobby Warr officiating. Interment will...
Sherry L. Smith
May 25, 2026
Sherry L. Smith, 82, of Nacogdoches, passed away Monday, May 25, 2026, in Nacogdoches surrounded by loving family.
Graveside service will be held at 3:30 p.m., Thursday, May 28, 2026, at Oaklawn Memorial Park in Center with visitation beginning at 1:00 p.m. at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center. Bro. Gordon Vaughn will officiate.
Born July 6, 1943, in Center, Sherry...
Glenda Kay Simmons
May 24, 2026
Glenda Kay Simmons, 64, of Center, passed away Sunday, May 24, 2026, in Jasper.
Her wishes were to be cremated, and no services are planned.
Born November 3, 1961, in Dallas, Glenda is the daughter of G.B. Williams and Lola Mae Robins Barnfield. A devoted mother, she dedicated her life to showing up for her children. Her favorite cartoon character was Tweety...