Obituaries

Ferrell Smithey was born February 28, 1933 five miles south of Frost in a place called Jones Ranch. A servant of the Lord, he was saved and baptized in Mill Creek at an early age.At 17, he went to work in the Frost Cotton Gin. In 1951, he began working at Chance Vault Aircraft in Grand Prairie where he remained...

Richard Clement Parker ofCorsicana and Dallas, Texas, bornJanuary 1, 1931, passed away atage 94 on December 13, 2025.A man of vision, Richard wasa pioneer in the communicationsindustry and an accomplishedentrepreneur in other businessventures throughout his life. Heowned KAND, a radio station inCorsicana, Texas,...

Bobby Harold Atkeisson, a man of profound love and unwavering faith, was called to his heavenly home on November 9, 2025, at the age of 79. Born on March 24, 1946, in the heart of Corsicana, Texas, he was a lifelong resident who deeply cherished his roots and the community that shaped him.
Bobby's life was a...

John William "Bill" O'Neal wasn't born on April 8, 1942. Rather, he galloped into existence in Corsicana, Texas riding a bucking horse on that date! When he was a little boy, he spent treasured hours at the Ideal, Palace and Grand Theatres in Corsicana riding the range with Gene Autry and Roy Rogers. His parents,...

Joe McGaugh of Corsicana passed away November 2, 2025. Services will be held at 2 p.m. November 6, 2025, at the Corley Funeral Home Chapel with Dave Bibel officiating. Interment will follow at Hamilton-Beeman Cemetery. He was born in Richland, Texas on October 3, 1923. He was always a caring and loving father,...

Susan Carol Weaver of Rockwall, Texas passed away October 23, 2025. She was 68. Susan was born June 15, 1957 in Longview, Texas to Sam and Billie Slaydon.

Shortly after graduating from Lufkin High School, Susan married Larry Weaver and embarked on the international journey of being an Air Force officer's wife. ...

Toni departed this earth on October 15, 2025.
She was born in St. Joseph, Missouri on November 22, 1947, to Morton and Geraldine Mann. She is survived by husband Clifford (Buster) Brown and daughter Mary Brown of Corsicana, and sister Geri Hansen of Washington D.C.
Toni wrote that she wanted to be remembered as a...

Gowan Murphy

August 23, 1944- September 20, 2025

The world lost a truly unique man when Gowan Murphy, 81, peacefully passed away on September 20, 2025, at his home in Corsicana, Texas, sitting in his recliner.

Born on August 23,1944, in Corsicana to Bill and Vera Budai Murphy, Gowan grew up with a love of hard...

Nina Sue Burton Cook, known to all as Sue, went to the Lord on September 10, 2025 at the age of 91. She was born November 6, 1933, in Munday, Texas, to James H. and Inez Burton. She grew up in Abilene, Texas graduating from Abilene High School then attended Texas Tech University. She met the love of her life,...

Wanda Hartley Galaway, age 86, of Corsicana, Texas, passed away on September 5, 2025, in Corsicana.

She was born on May 3, 1939, in Blooming Grove, Texas, to parents Tom and Bonnie Smith. Wanda was a trailblazer in her community, serving as Justice of the Peace in Navarro County from 1989 to 2001, and was proud to...

Jimmy B. Johnson passed away peacefully on August 25, 2025, at the age of 78. Born on December 8th in Corsicana Texas, Jimmy dedicated his life to one of service. He proudly served his country in the United States Army. During the Vietnam War, he demonstrated courage, honor, and resilience. While serving his...

Amelia Earl Simmons, better known as Mickeye was born November 24, 1937 in Rural Shade Texas. Mickeye passed away peacefully on August 26, 2025. She was 87 years old. Preceded in death by her husband Odis Simmons, parents Earl and Helen Henderson, brother Buddy Henderson and sister Deborah Henderson of...

We gather here today with heavy hearts, but also with gratitude, to celebrate the life of Evelyn Miriam Trossette Kindle. The Lord blessed her with 97 years on this earth, and for nearly a century she devoted herself fully to Jesus Christ and His Church. Born in Biloxi, Mississippi to Albert and Josephine...

Doris Brown McGaugh, age 97, of Corsicana, passed away on August 14, 2025, joining our Lord, family, and friends. Visitation will take place at 9:00 a.m. on August 23, 2025, followed by funeral services at 10:00 a.m. at Corley's Funeral Home with Pastor Floyd Peterson officiating. Interment will follow at Myrtle...

Willa Faris Kral passed away in Dallas on August 3, 2025 at the age of 94 after a long struggle with Alzheimer's disease. She had maintained a sharp mind until about 2 years before her death, and continued to recognize visitors until shortly before the end. Willa was born Willae Mae Faris in Weatherford, TX on...

Wesley Lennon, 70, of Houston, Texas, passed away peacefully on July 27, 2025. Wes attended Corsicana High School and Navarro College and was employed by Smith International for many years. He is survived by his wife, Elizabeth ("Beth"), his parents W.L. and Nanette Lennon, his son, Jonathan Lennon and daughter in...

Dr. Ralston B. Gober was born in Corsicana, Texas, to Mr. and Mrs. T.B. Gober. He passed away on July 10. 2025. at the age of 87. He graduated from Lufkin High School, Stephen F. Austin University, and Baylor College of Dentistry.

He practiced dentistry for over 40 years; he was a leader in the Boy Scouts of...

Jackie Lynn Rawlings was born March 4, 1951 to Louis "Bud" Rawlings and Mary Lou Minefee Rawlings in Frost, TX. He grew up in Frost with his older brothers Clyde and Robert, and younger sister Bertha until 1965 when the family moved to Streetman, TX.

After high school, Jackie attended Navarro College and then Sam...

Ila "Sue" Cansler Adams, 80, of Austin, Texas passed away Saturday, May 10, 2025, of complications associated with Parkinson's disease. Sue grew up in Corsicana, TX and was a member of the Class of 1962 of Corsicana High School. She later attended the University of North Texas. She was a lifelong resident of Texas,...

Mrs. Susan Neal Wisdom, age 69, of Eureka, passed away unexpectedly Sunday night, May 4, 2025, at her residence. She was born September 7, 1955, in Smith County, daughter of the late Gene and Reba Neal. ‍‍
She was born in Tyler and grew up in Mount Pleasant. Later, she graduated from Marshall Senior High School...

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Darla Yvonne Cline, who left us peacefully on April 30, 2025. Born on April 24, 1961 in Dallas Tx to Bobby and Yvonne Combs. She was proceeded in death by her parents and her son Bobby Gene Dunn II aka Scooter. She is survived by her husband Sammy Cline, daughters...

On Thursday March 27th, the world lost a truly beautiful soul when Denise passed away peacefully at her home in her sleep.
Denise was born December 3rd, 1968, to parents Harry and Wanda Fincher. She was welcomed by sisters Sherry, Jeannette and an older brother HD who preceded her in death in 1978. Sister Stacie...

Nelda June Neal, 91, of Corsicana passed away Thursday, March 27, 2025, at The Village of Heritage Oaks in Corsicana. Nelda was born on November 25, 1933, in Union High, Texas, the only child born to LaRue Bennett Jordan and Merl Jordan. Nelda grew up in and around Corsicana Texas in her early years and resided in...

Annice Lee Allen Hill died on March 18, 2025, after a short battle with ALS. Annice, or Nana as she was known to her grandkids, was born on August 22, 1951, in Lubbock, TX. Not only was she the eldest of five, but she was a Church of Christ preacher's kid, which formed her strong, outgoing personality. In 1971, she...

Dr. James E. Nicholson, a beloved physician, decorated war hero, devoted husband, and proud father, passed away peacefully at 94. He lived a life marked by resilience, service, and extraordinary achievement. A celebration of life will be 2:00 PM, Saturday, March 22, 2025, at First Presbyterian Church Rockwall with...

María "Sylvia" Bonin was a source of joy and comfort to all those who knew her in Corsicana, where she and her husband Charles (1932-2012) were active members in the community for thirty-one years. Born on November 29, 1936, in San Antonio, Texas to Alfredo Ascención Rodriguez and María Lucía Otila (Tillie)...

Larry Don Calhoun, 85 of Barry, TX passed away on Sunday, March 2, 2025. Larry was born in Drane, TX on December 3, 1939, to Jessie (Jake) and Kathleen Calhoun. In his formative years, he called Corsicana home. He graduated from Corsicana High School in 1958 before attending Navarro College. Later in his career as a...

Elton Aaron Raney of Bullard, Texas, was welcomed into the arms of Jesus on February 22, 2025, at the age of 57.
Elton was born to Joy Patterson and Grover Raney on May 15th, 1967, in Beaumont, Texas.
Elton was a servant of the Lord, honoring Him until his death. He was a devoted husband, loving father, grandfather,...

Lana "Kay" Reed passed away early Thursday morning, February 13, 2025, at her home with her family by her side. Kay was born in Waco, Texas on December 21, 1945 to parents, C.O. Sowders and Wynama Mae Kamman Sowders. She moved to the Houston area and worked the City of Humble for many years. Kay retired and moved to...

Joyce Rash was welcomed into Heaven on Saturday, Feb. 15, 2025, in Corsicana. Joyce was born on Oct. 7, 1938, in Corsicana to Russell & Lorene Walker. Joyce attended Zion's Rest School and graduated from Corsicana High School in 1956. On New Year's Eve at midnight in 1956 Joyce married Richard Rash of Eureka. They...

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Judy Ware Brown (Jugirl), beloved wife, mother, grandmother (Juju), on Tuesday, February 4th, 2025, at the age of 59.
Judy was born on March 14, 1965, in Corsicana, TX to Delma Ware and Bobbie (Voss) Bonner. She was a graduate of Corsicana High School class of...

Helen Jo Ingram passed away on Saturday, February 1, 2025, at the age of 86. She was born in Powell, TX, and a resident of Baton Rouge, LA.
She enjoyed sailing, and traveling through Europe and the USA. Above all, she cherished the time she spent with her family and friends.
Helen is survived by her husband of 69...

Harry Donald Nicholson, Sr. passed away at home in Mertzon, TX, on Thursday, January 2, 2025, at the age of 89. He was born on January 16, 1935, in Corsicana, Texas, to Danny Taylor and Anita Fay (Butler) Nicholson.
Known to many as "Judge" & "Big Daddy", Donald truly seeked to inspire and educate those around him....

We would love to have anyone that knew Bill to come.
There were a lot of different versions of Bill over his lifetime. But I hope the most important take away from his life and legacy is one of impact. At every part of his life, he left a mark. He could motivate anyone, even if it was in spite. You could go back...

Rhonda "Gail" Allbritton, 74 of Angus passed away December 24, 2024, at her home. She was born on July 27, 1950, to Carl Arnold and Genell Griffin in San Antonio, Texas.

Gail was a devoted member of Church in the Park, which was started by Bro. David Hale and currently pastored by Bro. James Shugart. She was...

Robert Ballew, 80, passed away peacefully on Friday, December 13, 2024, at Baylor Scott-White in Waxahachie, Texas. Robert was born in Corsicana, Texas on July 21, 1944, to Robert Lee and Edna Ballew of Frost, Texas. Robert grew up with his beloved sisters, Leah Greenup and Elizabeth Singleton, and his first job as...

Granville Gene "Jack" Summitt
01/18/1935 - 12/16/2024

Granville Gene "Jack" Summitt, 89, beloved husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, peacefully passed away on December 16, 2024. He was born on January 18, 1935, in Corsicana, Texas, to Hallie Robinson Summitt and Granville Chester Summitt.

After...

Jack Dudley Huggins, born in Bellville, Texas, on February 2, 1938, passed away peacefully on November 28, 2024, at the age of 86.
Known for his words of wisdom, Jack was affectionately called "Grandaddy" by some and "Grampy" by others, but he was deeply loved by all. He cherished many simple joys in life,...

With great love and heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Glenda Janell Traylor, age 80, on November 6, 2024, surrounded by family and friends. She was born in Winters, Texas on February 10, 1944. She retired from the Navarro County District Attorney's Office after more than 30 years of service as a Legal...

Dr. James G. Price, a dedicated dentist, community leader and beloved family man, passed away peacefully at his home on November 15, 2024, in Corsicana, Texas, just days before his 90th birthday. James was born in Tyler, Texas on November 23, 1934 to Eldridge Lee and Winnie L. Carter Price. At the age of four, the...

Dorothy Maxine Wallace, age 90, of Corsicana, Texas, passed away on November 2, 2024, at Twilight Nursing Home. She was born on July 16, 1934, in Cooper, Texas, to parents Georgia and Audy Watson.
Dorothy is survived by her daughter P.K. Gonzales and husband Felix (Dean); her brother Robert Watson and wife Diane;...

Billy Eugene Holcomb was born on September 6, 1939, in Cullman, AL and passed into his eternal life on October 14, 2024. He was preceded in death by his parents, Ernest Andrew Holcomb and Alice Cooper Holcomb; his brothers, Charles Holcomb, James Holcomb, and Frank Holcomb; and his sister, Jessie Johnston. He is...

Chris Westbrook, a gifted teacher who nurtured students for more than 40 years and provided constant support as a loving wife, mother, and friend, went to be with the Lord on October 12, 2024.

Born on September 2, 1931, in Kerens, Texas, she was the eldest daughter of Ola Mae and Jester James Weathers. Her...

Mary Carolyn Ochs (89) passed away peacefully on October 5th, 2024, in her hometown of Corsicana, TX.
Born July 12th, 1935, to Carroll and Mary Pearson in Corsicana, TX. Mary Carolyn is an alumna of the University of North Texas, where she earned her Bachelor of Arts in English. After graduating, Mary Carolyn moved...

Francis Hoyte (Sonney) Choate passed away Tuesday, September 24, 2024, at the age of 86. He was born on July 5, 1938 in Cooper, TX and graduated from Cooper High School with the class of 1956. He graduated from East Texas State University with a BSBA in 1961.
Hoyte was preceded in death by his wife of 55 years,...

"The reason my wife was chosen is that she has experience dealing with fools and children. I fit in either group."

We were blessed to learn many valuable lessons from Ray Elmer Whitener (or Homer as his grandkids call him) during his 78 years, among them: I have been a car nut for 70+ years. I used to be a drag...

William Todd Wills was born on November 30, 1966 in Dallas to Will and Lugay Wills. He was the oldest of four siblings - Robert, Jeff and Tracy. Robert, Todd and Jeff were each two years apart and Tracy came along when Todd was 13.

Todd attended Hyer Elementary School, McCulloch Middle School, Highland Park High...

Peb Richards went to be with the Lord on August 29, 2024, while in his home, surrounded by his loved ones in Barry, Texas. He was born to William Jennings "Skeeter" Richards and Pink Marie Hopkins Richards in Pinkston, Texas on April 21, 1938. They named him Wendell Lee Richards, but he was better known as...

Geneva (Brewer) Speed, 92, of Corsicana passed from this life on Tuesday, August 20, 2024, at Brookdale Assisted Living. She was born on June 2, 1932, in Eureka, Texas to James Malford Brewer and Mattie Elizabeth Alexander Brewer. Over the years she worked at Haggar Slacks for 20 years as a seamstress and later for...

Kenneth Wayne Foster, born on February 21, 1940, peacefully went home to be with the Lord on August 18, 2024, at his residence in Purdon, TX, surrounded by his beloved family. Kenneth was the devoted husband of Mable Foster, sharing 67 years of love and partnership. Together, they built a strong and loving family,...

Thomas Taaffe, 86, beloved husband, father, grandfather and friend was called home to heaven on August 3, 2024.
He was born on December 28, 1937 in Trinidad Texas to Robert and Ruby Taaffe.
Thomas served in the Marines and went on to earn a masters degree in engineering from Texas Tech University, studied in the PhD...

Floyd A. Young (80) passed from this life on August 8th, 2024. He was born to Loyd Addison Young & Iva Mae Bell on February 13th,1944 in Corsicana, TX. He grew up in Frost, TX & graduated from Frost High School in 1963. Floyd was a loving husband, father, granddaddy, and great-granddaddy. He was proud to have served...

Carolyn (Allen) Williams passed away on August 4, 2024, in Corsicana, Tx. Carolyn was born on February 17, 1943, to Billy Joe and Vergie Allen in Corsicana, Texas. She came into this world a couple minutes before her identical twin sister, Sharron.
Carolyn graduated from Mildred High School and then attended Navarro...

Ronald Wayne Robertson, 83, passed away July 14, 2024 in Lewisville, TX. He was born in Wright City, Oklahoma in 1940 to Harvey Oliver Robertson and Elsie Bertha Garner Robertson. When Ron was a boy, his family moved from Oklahoma to Klamath Falls, Oregon, where he grew up. He attended Oregon State University,...

David L. Van Buskirk, 84, a bear of a man with a servant's heart, passed away peacefully at home Monday, July 15, 2024. with his wife and daughter by his side. He was born in Storm Lake, Iowa on October 26, 1939 to Lorin D Van Buskirk and Helen Stultz Van Buskirk Bye.
David graduated from Alta High school in Alta,...

John Edmond McClung lll, born on December 13, 1943, in Ft. Worth, Texas, and adopted by the late Gerald O. and Elizabeth (Park) McClung, passed away peacefully on July 4, 2024, in Corsicana, Texas.
John was raised on a farm in Retreat, Texas, his father an engineer and his mother a teacher. In school, he was known...

Texas Ranger Sgt. Clayton Smith, 87, went to be with the Lord on July 2, 2024. He was born January 3, 1937, to Elmer and Bessie Smith on the Smith Farm at Grape Creek in Navarro County, TX.
He was a 1954 graduate of Mildred High School. On December 23, 1954, he married Dorothy Jamison of Corsicana. After graduation,...

Melinda (Lynda) Estelle Smotherman Bruner, 84, of Hillsboro, passed away late Tuesday evening, June 18, 2024, in Italy, Texas.
Born on January 28, 1940, in Ennis, Texas, Lynda was the daughter of Marshall Hugh and Ella Frank Smotherman. Lynda was baptized at the local Baptist Church at a young age and later her...

Elmer "Bernard" Porter, Sr., a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, passed away peacefully at Medical City in Arlington, Texas, on May 29, 2024, at the age of 94. Born on December 17, 1929, in Pelham, Texas, Bernard was the cherished son of Elmer O. Porter and Jimmie Sweeney Porter.

Bernard...

Elmer L. "Sonny" Boyd of Blooming Grove, Texas, passed away peacefully on May 24,
2024, in Corsicana, Texas. He was born on September 21, 1927, to William Isaac and
Littie Melissa (Pullin) Boyd, in Cryer Creek, Texas. He met Yvonne Smith at a skating rink in
1948, and he told friends he was going to marry her. They...