Rosemound Cemetery, Hunt Co Cemeteries of Tx Gloria B. Mayfield

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Lindsey Family Marker	DeJernett Family Marker

Hunt County Cemeteries of Texas

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Last Name	First Name	Birth	Death	Comments
DeJernett	Brodie E.	Jun. 02 1902	May. 07 1932	-
DeJernett	Effie Lee Dawson	Jul. 15 1906	May. 11 1986	w/ Marion R.
DeJernett	Eugene L.	Aug. 07 1891	Oct. 19 1918	-
DeJernett	Kathryne	Nov. 291900	Mar. 16 1977	-
DeJernett	Lee Lindsey	Nov. 25 1868	Dec. 02 1950	-
DeJernett	Marion R.	Sep. 24 1898	Nov. 18 1956	w/ Effie
DeJernett	Renee	Mar. 10 1929	May. 25 1970	-
DeJernett	W.B.	Mar. 30 1859	Jan. 31 1942	-
DeJernett	Warren Eugene	Dec. 30 1926	May. 27 1929	-
Lindsey	Alice A.	Sep. 15 1843	Jan. 23 1929	-
Lindsey	George G.	Mar. 25 1844	Jan. 19 1923	Capt.
Weatherbee	J. D.	no dates	no dates	section F
Weatherbee	Infant	no dates	no dates	section F
Weatherbee	Mother	no dates	no dates	section F
Weatherbee	Father	no dates	no dates	section F
Weatherbee	Mother	no dates	no dates	section F
Weatherbee	Gerald E.	1933	1955	section H
Weatherbee	Nancie E.	1908	nd	section H
Weatherbee	Reuben E.	1908	1979	section H
Weatherbee	Ara I.	Dec 24 1906	nd	married July 7 1923 section H
Weatherbee	Henderson M	Nov 12 1900	Aug 27 1973	section H
Weatherbee	Nadine	1920	1964	section 1 (oldest part of the cemetery)
Weatherbee	Ellis	1924	1962	section 1

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June 27, 2006

COMMERCE — Dorothy M. Harbour Irvin, 83, of Tyler, formerly of Commerce, died June 23, 2006, in Tyler. Funeral services are at 11 a.m. today at Jones-Walker & Son Funeral Home chapel with family members officiating. Burial follows at Rosemound Cemetery. Born April 1, 1923, in Cumby, she was the daughter of Bryan Cyrus McCauley and Essie Younts. She was a retired school teacher, a member of the Red Hatters Club, a proud member of the Training School, class of 1940, Classroom Teachers Association and The Retired Teachers (state and local). She was a former member of Ridgecrest Baptist Church. Survivors are two children, W.H. "Scooter" Harbour Jr. and wife Judy of Tyler and Cathy Mounce and husband Butch of Gainesville; grandchildren Bryan Scott Harbour and wife Jennifer of Tyler and Keegan Mounce of Houston; four great-grandchildren; and her beloved dachshund, Penny.
She was preceded in death by husbands W.H. Harbour and Ardell Irvin. Her parents and a granddaughter, Kristi Harbour, also preceded her in death. Pallbearers are Steve Harbour, Larry Harliss, Jim Hardy, Doug Hardy, Jerry Richardson, Scott Harbour, Butch Mounce and Scooter Harbour.

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July 28, 2006

COMMERCE — Billie Fuller Lands, 83, of Commerce died June 25, 2006, in Commerce. A graveside service is scheduled at 11 a.m. Thursday at Rosemound Cemetery with Brother Terry Bryan officiating. Born Sept. 8, 1922, in Commerce, he was the son of Charles and Alice Fuller Lands. He married Chris Montgomery on Jan. 19, 1991, in Fort Worth. Mr. Lands was a retired lieutenant colonel in the U.S. Air Force. Survivors are his wife; children Gerald Lands and wife Carol, Penny Frazier and husband Rick and Frederich Scott Montgomery; grandchildren Michael Lands, Kimberly Lands Brantley and husband Ricky, Shannon Gash and husband Trent, Clay Frazier and wife Shannon and Cody Frazier; great-grandchildren Jasik Lands, John Garrett Hickman, Emma Hickman and Stanley Frazier; nieces and nephews Mary and Gary Hendrix, Tim and April Johnson, Melissa and Howard Charba, Teri and Bob Franklin, Mark White, JoAnn and Jack De Torce, Jerry Williams, Danny Winkelman and several other nieces and nephews; sisters-in-law Valee White and Marzee White; brother-in-law Cotton Winkelman and wife Mary; and his dog Scooter.
His parents; a son, David Lands; three sisters and two brothers preceded him in death. Memorials may be made to the Shrines Heart or Cancer Association. Visitation is from 6 to 8 p.m. today at Jones-Walker & Son Funeral Home of Commerce.

Greenville Herald Banner April 21, 2006 COMMERCE — Mary Odessa Sampson Henry, 56, of Commerce died peacefully at her home April 17, 2006. Funeral services will be at 11:30 a.m. Saturday at Mount Moriah Temple Baptist Church with Larry Dixon, pastor, and Ronnie Brooks, assistant pastor, officiating. Burial will be at Rosemound Cemetery. Born Oct. 12, 1949, in Commerce, she was one of 13 children born to Leonard and Ira Bryson Sampson. She was married to George Henry Jr. on Feb. 5, 1966; and to this union six children were born, Kenneth, Anthony, Sharice, Patrick, Michael and Ericka. Mary attended public school in Commerce, Pepperdine University in California and was a graduate of Dallas Institute of Funeral Service. She waited until all of her children had completed school and then she enrolled in school. She also devoted her life to serving others and being a true friend to all. She had a special calling to serve others without ever a thought for herself, a truly beautiful saint whose inner beauty and character was reflected in the way she lived her life, fulfilling her Lord’s teaching regarding serving. She was a past president of the Commerce chapter of the NAACP and a past secretary of the Norris Community Club. Mrs. Henry was a member of Mount Moriah Baptist Church, secretary of the choir, and program director for both Rebecca Circle and the General Mission.
Left to mourn her memory are her loving husband of 40 years; two daughters, Sharice Chasi of Commerce/McKinney and Ericka Henry of The Colony; three sons, Kenneth and Anthony (Rolonda) Henry of Commerce and Michael (Tarsha) Henry of Plano; eight grandchildren, Brian Henry and Kendall Henry of Commerce, Sharell Martin and Westly Martin of Paris, Anthony Henry II and Christian Henry of Commerce, Gorgetta Henry of The Colony and Tahara Gibson of Plano; two brothers, Charles (Carolyn) Sampson of Portland, Ore., and Lestor Sampson of Commerce; five sisters, Theresa White and Ruby Allen of Commerce, Gretchen (Joe) McNealy of Center, Dorothy Hamilton of Denton and Ira Jean Sampson of Dallas; godparents Mr. and Mrs. Champion, John and Billie Adair, Harold and Maydell Pannell and Mattie Pannell; special sisters Liz Hines, Mildred Gadlin, Kate Neal, Kelley and Patricia Neal, Rosetta Leary, Louise Adair, Ernestine Drennon and Patsy Mabry; and seven godchildren, Roshunda, Abrasia, Buddy, Samantha, Patricia, Patrick, Anthony, and Daniel; several great-godchildren and a host of other relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by her parents; a brother, Leonard Sampson Jr.; a sister, Sharon Ann Daniels; a son, Patrick Henry and godmother Verda Lee Pannell. Pallbearers will be Chris Harris, Chuck Savage, Anthony “Buddy” Parker Jr., Tim Rector, Anthony Price, Myreo Sampson, Richard Relford, Sammy Joe Sampson, Billy Relford and Anthony Henry. Honorary pallbearers will be Robert Henry, Sam Wilson, Ernest Henry, Billy Wilson, Billy Henry, Joe McNeely Jr., Rodney Henry, Daniel Turner, Douglas Henry, Justin Roland Byrd, Dick Walker and Anthony Pannell. Visitation is from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. today at Jones-Walker & Son Funeral Home.

Greenville Herald Banner April 20, 2006 Mary Henry, 56, of Commerce died April 17, 2006, at her residence. Services are at 11:30 a.m. Saturday at Mount Moriah Temple Baptist Church. Interment will be at Rosemound Cemetery. Visitation is from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Friday at Jones-Walker & Son Funeral Home of Commerce.

Commerce Journal April 5, 2006 “Blane” Margaret Elaine Patterson, 81, of Commerce died March 30, 2006, in Richardson. A graveside service was at 11 a.m. Saturday at Rosemound Cemetery with Rev. Winston Curtis officiating. Daughter of Marvin Amberst and Ora Gray Thomas, she was born Feb. 2, 1925, in Commerce. Survivors include a son, Leonard Patterson and wife Debbie of Dallas; one daughter, Tamela “Tammy” Mirau and husband Mike of Richardson; four grandchildren, Courtney Stem and husband Marc of Dallas, Luke Patterson and wife Julie of Fort Hood, Staci Mirau of Plano and Rebekah Patterson of Plano; two great-grandchildren, Mason Stem and Brandon Stem, both of Dallas; two sisters, Willie Mae Fooshee of Austin and Jean Wright of Moultrie, Ga.; and numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents; two daughters, Judy Patterson and Vicki Patterson; four brothers and three sisters. Jones-Walker & Son Funeral Home of Commerce was in charge of arrangements.

Greenville Herald Banner May 17, 2006 COMMERCE — Tiffeny Sue Hightower, 17, of Wolfe City, died May 12, 2006, in Sherman. Funeral services are at 11 a.m. Thursday at Jones-Walker & Son Funeral Home chapel with Rev. Troy Miles officiating. Burial is at Rosemound Cemetery. The daughter of Richard and Donna Harvey Hightower, she was born March 31, 1989, in Sherman. She enjoyed collecting frogs, was in the choir and participated in track in school. Surviving are her father and stepmother, Richard and Falicia Hightower of Wolfe City; her mother of Sherman; a son, Tristyn Miller; five brothers, David Meeks of Sherman, James Hightower of Bonham, Justin Hightower of Wolfe City, Kyle Isham of Wolfe City and Garrick Polyard of Wolfe City; grandparents Belvy Nelson of Whitesboro, Oleta Smith of Sherman, Margaret Combs of Commerce and Joe Combs of Campbell; numerous aunts, uncles, cousins, one nephew; one niece and numerous friends. A grandfather preceded her in death. Pallbearers are James Hightower, David Meeks, Justin Hightower, Justin Isham and Garrick Polyard. Visitation is from 6 to 8 p.m. today at the funeral home.

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June 2, 2006 COMMERCE — Funeral services will be held for Melba Carver Smith in the chapel at Jones-Walker & Son Funeral Home at 12:30 p.m. Sunday with Rev. Lisa Greenwood-Wolcott officiating. Visitation will be from 9 a.m. until service time at the funeral home. Internment will follow at Rosemound Cemetery. She died the morning of May 30, 2006, at Bishop Davies Nursing Center in Hurst. Ms. Smith, 96, was born Feb. 20, 1910, in Delta County, daughter of Hugh and Mollie Fife Carver. She was married to Bill D. Smith on Dec. 26, 1928, in the First Christian Church of Commerce. He preceded her in death on March 16, 1984, after 56 years of marriage. She graduated from Yowell Public Schools. Mrs. Smith and her husband were proud members of the First United Methodist Church of Commerce. They made their living as cotton farmers. Mrs. Smith lived her entire life within five miles from where she was born until she moved to the nursing center in Hurst. She loved the community of Yowell and her neighbors in that community. When the need would arise, she was always there with a helping hand or a dish of food.
Mrs. Smith’s last words to her nurse the day she died were “I am fixing to go home. I am worn out.” She will be greatly missed by her family and friends. In addition to her husband, her brother, Will Oliver Carver, preceded her in death. Survivors are a sister, Billie Hugh Cummins of Greenville; three nieces, Joy Stewart of Hurst, Susan Archer of Napa, Calif., and Jeanne Austing of Woodville, Wash.; three nephews, Gerald Carver of Irving, Charles Frank McKinney of Memphis, Tenn., and Michael McKinney of Sulphur Springs; several grandnieces and grandnephews; and many friends. Pallbearers will be Gary Anderson, Mike Anderson, L.H. Brown, George McFarland, Marcus Stewart and David Hurt.

Greenville Herald Banner June 7, 2006 COMMERCE — Daniel H. Webster, 76, of Denton, previously of Lubbock, died June 6, 2006, at Senior Care and Rehabilitation Center in Denton. Graveside services are at 11 a.m. Friday at Rosemound Cemetery in Commerce. Visitation is from 9 to 10:30 a.m. Friday at Jones-Walker & Son Funeral Home. He was born Oct. 15, 1929, in Indianapolis, Ind. Dan served his country in the Korean Conflict by serving in the U.S. Navy. Survivors are two daughters, Ruth Evans of Denton and Nancy Allison of Spokane, Wash., and four grandchildren, Jason Evans, Wyndi Allison, Randi Brooke Evans and Austin Allison.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Hayes and Ruth Waller Webster, and a brother, John Webster. The family suggests memorial donations may be made to a veterans group of choice.

Greenville Herald Banner July 19, 2006 COMMERCE — Dr. Lawrence F. McNamee, 89, of Commerce died July 17, 2006. A graveside service is scheduled at 10 a.m. today at Rosemound Cemetery in Commerce under the direction of Jones-Walker & Son Funeral Home. The son of John and Annie Brennan McNamee, he was born March 14, 1917, in Rochester, Pa. He was a staff sergeant during World War II serving as an interpreter for the U.S. in Germany. During a 37-year teaching career (1950-1987) in the Department of Literature and Language at Texas A&M University-Commerce, Dr. McNamee taught word building, Shakespeare, English literature and German. He received the Distinguished Faculty Teaching award from the Faculty Senate. He was a pioneer in the use of computers for compiling bibliogaphics and prepared with IBM punch cards and computers the first comprehensive listing of dissertations on American and English literature. Every university library in the world offering a Ph.D. program has a copy of his book “Dissertations in American and English Literature.” For a number of years Dr. McNamee and journalist Kent Biffle wrote a weekly column “A Few Words” for the Dallas Morning News on grammar, word usage and meanings. In 1988 a collection of some of these columns appeared in a book, “A Few Words.” He also wrote extensively on professional boxing for newspapers and boxing magazines, interviewing individuals such as heavyweight champions Muhammad Ali, George Foreman and Max Schmeling and boxing promoters Don King and Bob Arum. He served as a consultant for a British TV documentary about Max Schmeling. A published scholar on Shakespeare, Dr. McNamee and a group of literature and drama students from A&M-Commerce performed scenes from Shakespeare at state and federal prisons in Texas. A talented amateur violinist he performed with several semi professional groups and for the faculty follies in the 1950s. In 2005, the Commerce Library and Chamber of Commerce inducted Dr. McNamee into the Author’s Park for his extensive contributions to literature and scholarships. Dr. McNamee was friend and mentor to many in the media and entertainment industry. He was named Distingished Professor in 1974 at ETSU and was named a Federal Corrections Institute Volunteer. He enjoyed organic gardening. Surviving are a son, John McNamee of Miami Beach, Fla.; a daughter, Elizabeth McNamee of Commerce; granddaughter Megan McNamee of Commerce; and a sister, Marie Mollers of Brunswick, Ga. He was preceded in death by his parents; a daughter, Mary McNamee; sister Ann Sousa; and a brother, Jack McNamee. Pallbearers are Hector Arce, Randy Wallace, Jim Cimirolli, C.J. Duffy, Gene Wilson and Wendell Hawkins.

Greenville Herald Banner July 21, 2006 COMMERCE — Lorene Cline, 86, of Commerce died July 18, 2006. Graveside services were Thursday at Rosemound Cemetery with Brother Terry Bryan officiating. Daughter of Ab and Elizabeth Matthews Nickolson, she was born Nov. 19, 1919, in the Scatterbranch Community. She was a member of First Assembly of God in Commerce. Survivors are three daughters, Dolores Haygood of Milton, Fla., Glenda Elmore of Greenville and Elizabeth Annette Jones of Georgetown; nine grandchildren, Blane Haygood of Monroe, La., Tab Haygood of Milton, Fla., Shelia Hamilton of Wolfe City, Kathy Thomas of Greenville, Nannette Helton of Cumby, Steve Helton of Greenville, Melinda Lim of Connecticut, Lisa Cadriel of Texas, and Tracy Jones of South Carolina; 14 great-grandchildren, Kevin Gammon of Sulphur Springs, Cody Gammon of Wolfe City, Sammy Thomas of Greenville, Ariel Helton of Sulphur Springs, Steven and Stacey Sorrell of Colbert, Okla., Wesley and Benjamin Allbritton of Louisiana, David Luke Cadriel of Texas, Ryan and Bradley Lim of Connecticut, Kendall Haygood of Louisiana, and Keila and Keren of Florida; and five great-great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, W.H. Cline; a granddaughter, Joy Renee Allbritton; three brothers, Leon, Aubry and Dale Nickolson; and three sisters, Ruby Gibbs, Blanche Stidham and Gladys Hammonds. Jones-Walker & Son Funeral Home of Commerce is in charge of arrangements.

Greenville Herald Banner July 26, 2006 COMMERCE — Gloria Jean Patterson, 41, of Commerce died July 24, 2006, at her home. Funeral services are at 10 a.m. Thursday at First Baptist Church in Commerce with Brother Johnnie Henderson officiating. Burial is at Rosemound Cemetery. The daughter of Ted and Myrtle Fullbright Baker, she was born Nov. 11, 1964, in Gallup, N.M. On Dec. 22, 1984, she was married to James Patterson in Mount Pleasant. Mrs. Patterson was a compensation coordinator at Texas A&M University-Commerce. She spent years coaching Dixie League girls softball and basketball, was named distinguished alumni at Texas A&M-Commerce in 2005, received the Masters Business Administration Shining Star Award, and was part of Commerce Leadership Institute in 1995. Mrs. Patterson was a member of First Baptist Church in Commerce. Survivors are her husband; children Jame Patterson, Jacee Patterson and Jordan Patterson, all of Commerce; a brother, Eddie Baker of Lewisville; sister Helen Hickman of Dallas; and a host of friends. Her parents preceded her in death. Pallbearers are Ken Crutchfield, Darryl Peace, Randy Starks, Bob Nottingham, Kerry Clark and Jerry Bruton. Honorary pallbearers are her uncle, Paul Smith; John Balloti; Bill Draughn; girls who participated in Dixie League softball; and Charlie Brookshire. Memorial donations may be made for Gloria’s children’s scholarship fund to Texas A&M University-Commerce. Visitation is from 6 to 8 p.m. today at First Baptist Church. Jones-Walker & Son Funeral Home of Commerce is in charge of arrangements

Greenville Herald Banner August 5, 2006 COMMERCE — James Eugene Isaacs, loving husband and devoted father passed from this world into the arms of God on Aug. 3, 2006. His bliss for life was an inspiration for the family members who nursed him during his courageous and tenacious battle with lung cancer. Jim was born Jan. 4, 1941, to Walter and Minnie Isaacs. His youthful days were spent fishing and hunting with his older brothers in and around Fairlie and Wolfe City. Jim attended Wolfe City High School and graduated from East Texas State Teacher’s College in 1963 and was a veteran of the United States Army. Jim met his beloved wife Joyce in April 1966 in Greenville. It was love at first sight. Six months later on Sept. 23 they were married in Durant, Okla. Their home was blessed with three daughters. If you look up the word “devotion” in Webster’s Dictionary, a picture of Jim and Joyce would be displayed to represent the meaning. While reminiscing of his blessed life, Jim shared the story of paying the band so he could continue dancing with the love of his life, and of hand-picking fresh roses to give to Joyce for a birthday bouquet. The name Jim Isaacs evokes so many things in the lives of the people he touched. Dedicated Christian, beloved husband, endeared father, devoted friend, an avid fisherman before being bitten by the golfing bug and he was an even-handed proletarian who retired from Raytheon (E-Systems) after 35 years of dedicated service. Jim never met a stranger. He loved retirement, grew the best tomatoes, grilled the juiciest rib-eye steak, and worked feverishly to have a lush and immaculate yard, and it showed. His favorite going-out-to-eat meal was fish. He doted on his grandbabies. Jim was preceded in death by his parents, Walter and Minnie Isaacs, and brothers Davis, Dean and Ray Isaacs. He is survived by his wife, Joyce; three daughters, Jamie Fulenwider of Austin, Cheryl Jimenez of Paris and Rhonda Cooper of Greenville; two sisters, Shirley Tenison of Bonham and Ginger Epperson of Rowlett; and nine grandchildren. Services will be at 2 p.m. Sunday at First United Methodist Church in Commerce. Interment will be at Rosemound Cemetery. Visitation is from 6 to 7 p.m. today at Jones-Walker & Son Funeral Home in Commerce.

Greenville Herald Banner Saturday, August 12, 2006 COMMERCE — Brother George William Taylor, 86, of Commerce died Aug. 9, 2006, at Presbyterian Hospital of Commerce. Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Sunday at Jones-Walker & Son Funeral Home chapel with Brother Wayne Turney officiating. Burial will be at Rosemound Cemetery. Son of George Washington and Ethel Gertrude Evans Taylor, he was born June 16, 1920, in Commerce. He married Imogene Eudy in September 1995 at Holly Lake Ranch. Mr. Taylor retired from E-Systems as a foreman and was also a preacher for College Street Baptist Church. He received the Sam’s Fleet Award at E-Systems and also received many other awards. He loved telling jokes and blessing and praying for people. He often gave out coins and hug cards. Surviving are his wife; three daughters, Ann Bolyard and husband Ken of Powderly, Glenda Erwin, and Saundra Senesac and husband Sammy of Rusk; a sister, Opal Brumley of Tennessee; grandchildren Reneé Clark Hughes, Billy Don Richardson, Toby Dale Bolyard, Donna Pruitt, Debbie Townsend, Jerry Taylor and Shanta Senesac Lindsey; great-grandchildren Aaron Clark, Justin Richardson, Dusty Young, Andy Bolyard, Kenny Pruitt, Ronnie Pruitt, LeAnn Pruitt, Gwen Vadiver, Alyssa Taylor and Jake Taylor; and great-great-grandchildren Folten Bolyard, Eli “Buster” Lemon, Jordan Cheney and Angelina Pruitt. He was preceded in death by his first wife of 55 years, Lucille Taylor; a daughter, Sheri Lynn Taylor; one brother and three sisters. Pallbearers will be Ronnie McCall, Darrell Reeves, Kyle Smith, Scott Kennedy, Roscoe Pruitt, and Michael Daniels. Visitation is from 6 to 8 p.m. today at the funeral home

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August 29, 2006 COMMERCE — Willie Lee Tucker, 84, of Commerce, died Aug. 26, 2006, at Presbyterian Hospital of Commerce. Funeral services are at 11 a.m. today at Jones-Walker & Son Funeral Home chapel with Brother David Gibson officiating. Burial follows at Rosemound Cemetery. Born Sept. 1, 1921, in Jardin, he was the son of William Henry and Annie Lee Tucker. He married Mary Ruth Stewart on Oct. 7, 1939, in Commerce. Mr. Tucker worked in road construction from 1941 to 1968, then at Texas A&M University-Commerce as security sergeant from 1969 to 1976 and W.Y. Goff Funeral Home from 1970 to 2003. He enjoyed cattle farming.
Survivors are his wife; a daughter, Brenda Jones and husband Tim of Klondike; a sister, Willie Bell Hyde of Nevada; two grandsons, Kyle Jones of San Diego, Calif., and Robert Jones of Florida; and two great-granddaughters, Haley Marie Jones of Florida and Meagan Aubrey Jones of Commerce. His parents, his adoptive mother and three sisters preceded him in death. Pallbearers are Hoyle Julian, Denver Walker, Ted Alley, Kenneth Ashley, James Speights, Mike Anderson, Gary Anderson, Newman Peters, and Rod Richey. Honorary pallbearers are Allen L. Martin and Don Anderson. Memorials may be made to the Commerce Emergency Corps.

Greenville Herald Banner Sept 30, 2006 COMMERCE — John G. Oliva, 80, of Kansas City, Mo., formerly of Commerce, died Sept. 23, 2006, at the Myers Nursing Home in Kansas City, Mo. He was born Dec. 7, 1925, in Commerce, son of Juan “Shorty” and Maria de la Luz (Guerro) Oliva. John received his undergraduate degree at East Texas State Teacher’s College in Commerce and his master’s degree from the University of Mexico in Mexico City, Mexico. He married Erma Zamora of Westfield; and they lived in Commerce, Fort Worth, and El Paso prior to moving to Lexington, Mo., in 1962. He was a school teacher for more than 30 years in Texas, Nebraska and Missouri prior to devoting himself full-time to his real estate business in Lexington. He was a veteran, serving in the U.S. Navy during World War II. Mr. Oliva was a member of the Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Lexington, Mo. He was preceded in death by his wife; his parents; two brothers, Simon Oliva and Raphael Oliva; and a great-grandson, Holden Todd.
John is survived by a sister, Rita Villalpando of San Antonio; children Denis Oliva of Lexington, Mo., Simone Oliva Burns of Melbourne, Fla., John Oliva of Kansas City, Mo., Delia Oliva Davis and husband Ken of Kansas City, Mo., Ralph Oliva of Tampa, Fla., and Michele Oliva Borgman and husband Don of Wellington, Mo.; 15 grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; and nieces and nephews. A graveside service is scheduled at 10 a.m. today at Rosemound Cemetery in Commerce with Father George P. Monaghan officiating. Jones-Walker & Son Funeral Home of Commerce is in charge of arrangements.

Greenville Herald Banner October 1, 2006 COMMERCE — Mr. Frank Henderson (F. H. “Bub”) McDowell, 93, the seventh president of East Texas State University in Commerce (now Texas A&M University-Commerce) died Sept. 28, 2006, at his home in Commerce. Services are at 10 a.m. Monday at the First United Methodist Church of Commerce. Burial will follow at Rosemound Cemetery in Commerce. Jones-Walker and Son Funeral Home of Commerce is in charge of arrangements. When Mr. McDowell became assistant business manger at ETSU in 1938, he began a career that spanned nearly 45 years at the university and culminated with his election as president in June of 1972. Although he retired in 1982, Mr. McDowell continued to provide volunteer leadership to the university and his adopted hometown. Of his lengthy career at ETSU, Mr. McDowell once said that he was most proud of the role he played in helping a small teachers college become a great regional university. Mr. McDowell was born Jan. 5, 1913, in Paris, Texas, to Walter Clyde and Della Henderson McDowell. He graduated from the public schools of Paris and attended Paris Junior College before earning a B.S. degree in 1938 at then East Texas State College. He immediately signed on as the college’s assistant business manager, a career interrupted by the Navy, and later successively served as business manager, comptroller, and vice president for administration prior to becoming president.
Two major events in his life occurred in 1942 when he earned an M.S. degree at East Texas State and was married to Martha Jo Lee of Sunnyvale on Nov. 12, 1942. She preceded him in death in 1987. Mr. McDowell became known throughout Texas for his leadership in the higher education community and his detailed knowledge of higher education finance. He twice chaired the Council of Presidents of the state’s public colleges and universities. In recognition of his exemplary service to his alma mater, profession, and community, Mr. McDowell was named a Distinguished Alumnus of ETSU in 1987. His wife was accorded that same honor in 1982, and their daughter, Susan McDowell Wood, was named a Distinguished Alumna of ETSU in 1999. Ms. Wood, who survives, is a noted poet and a professor at Rice University in Houston. Following his retirement, Mr. McDowell assumed an active role in community service and continued his lay leadership in the Commerce First Christian Church where he had been an elder, chairman of the board and treasurer. Mr. McDowell’s community leadership included the Commerce Chamber of Commerce (president) and service as treasurer of the Friends of the Commerce Public Library, Meals on Wheels, the Commerce United Way and Friends of East Texas State University. He also completed an un-expired term as a member of the Commerce City Commission. As evidence of his record of community service, which included chairing the Commerce Water District that provided Commerce with its first reliable water supply in 70 years, Mr. McDowell was twice honored as Commerce’s “Citizen of the Year.” Preceding him in death were his wife, father, mother, and a brother, Clyde William McDowell. Survivors, in addition to his daughter, include his grandchildren and their partners, Caitlin Wood and Martha Schoolman of Cincinnati, Ohio, and Caleb Wood and Amber Kapela of Baltimore, Md., and special friends Steven and Glenna Siebenhausen and Jim and Claire Reynolds. The family would like to express their deepest thanks to his devoted caregivers, especially Cindy Pinson, Carolyn Newberry and Connie Stephens. Memorials may be made to the F.H. and Martha Jo McDowell Scholarship Fund at A&M-Commerce or to the First Christian Church of Commerce. Visitation is from 6 to 8 p.m. today at the funeral home. A reception has been scheduled Monday at the Founder’s Lounge at Texas A&M University-Commerce following the graveside service.

Greenville Herald Banner October 1, 2006 COMMERCE — William Newton Rackley, 69, of Commerce, died Friday at Presbyterian Hospital of Commerce. Funeral services will be at 3:30 p.m. Monday at Jones-Walker & Son Funeral Home with Brother Jerry Clements officiating. Burial will in Rosemound Cemetery. Born in Caddo Mills on Dec. 31, 1936, he was the son of William Samuel and Claudia Mae Bradshaw Rackley. He married Lillie Mae Garmon on April 10, 1959, in Commerce. He was a supervisor and sheet metal mechanic and enjoyed church and wood crafts. He was a member of Faith Missionary Baptist Church, where he served as a Deacon and song leader as long as he was able. He is survived by children Sammy Rackley and wife Paula of Cooper, Donna Lunsford and husband Danny of Commerce, Carla Richardson and husband Norman of Commerce, Donald Teague and wife Vickie of Gilmer, Patrick “Pat” Curtis and wife Dawn of Cooper and Jean Clements; a sister, Linda Rutherford of Weatherford; a brother, Michael “Mike” Rackley; 19 grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his wife, his parents, and a daughter, Elizabeth Rackley Perkins.
Pallbearers are Rodney Lowrie, Kenny Lowrie, Boone Lowrie, Reece Lowrie, Ray Hunter and Doug Riffle.
Honorary pallbearers are Cloyce Robnett, Jim Lowrie, Larry Pope, Gary Sanders, James Teel, Bob Monday and Anson Lowrie. Visitation is scheduled from 6 until 8 p.m. today at the funeral home.

Greenville Herald Banner Wednesday, Oct 18, 2006 COMMERCE — Joy Vernell Arthur, 71, of Rockwall, formerly of Commerce died Oct. 14, 2006, at her home. Funeral services are at 10 a.m. today at Episcopal Church of the Epiphany in Commerce with Father Chris Goers officiating. Burial follows in Rosemound Cemetery. The daughter of Joy Bernell and Hazel Edwards Gradick, she was born June 23, 1935, in Tyler. Mrs. Arthur retired from teaching at the Quinlan Independent School District. She enjoyed knitting, reading and socializing with friends. When she retired at the young age of 67, she worked in Grayson County Community College teaching young people how to pass the GED. Survivors are a daughter, Cynthia Lynn and Kim Lehew of Rockwall; a son, Noble Lee and Amy Arthur of North Carolina; grandchildren Chadwyck (Chad) Lehew, Josh Lehew, Blake Arthur, Jacob Arthur, and Brooke Arthur; and her companion, Molly the Maltese. She was preceded in death by her husband, Brooks Arthur, and by her parents. Pallbearers are Cole Hughes, Patrick Hughes, Chris Hughes, Scott Hughes, Austin Miller, Chris Cameron and Robert Miller.

Greenville Herald Banner Tuesday, Nov 7, 2006 COMMERCE — James Edward Richards, Ph.D., 87, of Florissant, Mo., formerly of Commerce, died Nov. 3, 2006, in Florissant. Funeral services are at 2 p.m. Wednesday at First United Methodist Church of Commerce with Rev. Lisa Greenwood-Wolcott officiating. Burial is in Rosemound Cemetery. The son of Lester L. and Marie Ripper Richards, he was born Dec. 14, 1918, in Harrisburg, Pa. He married Dorothy Drake Richards on July 18, 1944, in Commerce. Dr. Richards was a teacher-administrator. He was one of the founders and was president of the Arlington Fine Arts Council, was president of the Texas Association of Music Schools, was elected outstanding alumnus of the West Chester University of Pennsylvania, head of the Music Department at Texas A&M University in Commerce 1950-1975, and was head of the Music Department of the University of Texas at Arlington 1975-1985. He was a member of First United Methodist Church in Commerce. Survivors include three sons, James Richards Jr. of Florissant, Mo., Mark Richards of Berkeley, Calif., and Donald Richards of San Francisco, Calif.; eight grandchildren; and a brother, Lester Richards of Camp Hill, Pa. He was preceded in death by his wife; his parents; a brother, Robert Richards; and a sister, Elizabeth Richards. Pallbearers are James Deaton, Gene Lockhart, Conrad Bauschka, Steve Humfeld, Charles McGough and Ben Doughty. Visitation is from 6 to 7 p.m. today at Jones-Walker & Son Funeral Home of Commerce.

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Wednesday, Nov 8, 2006 OKLAHOMA CITY, Okla. — Winnelle Ray Gist, 91, of Oklahoma City, Okla., died Nov. 4, 2006. She was born Aug. 18, 1915, in Commerce to Jewel and Claude Ray. Winnelle was a graduate of Harding Junior High and Classen High School. She was a longtime resident of Houston and moved back to Oklahoma City in 1975 with her husband, O.W. Gist. She was known as “Mrs. G” for more than 25 years at Willmann’s Furrier and Koslow’s Fine Furs, and her many customers became her friends. Winnelle was president of Junior Hospitality and was an active member of Fashion Group and Executive Women International. She was also Ms. Wellington 2003 and Ms. Oklahoma State Fair Senior Royalty 2004. She was blessed with the gifts of love and laughter and brightened all of our lives. She was preceded in death by her parents and her husband. Winnelle is survived by a daughter, Linda Kerran and husband Mike; a son, Fred Gist and wife Caroline and was the beloved “Mimi” to her grandchildren, Tyler Kerran and wife Shawna of Orlando, Fla., Travis Kerran of Dallas and Addison Gist of Oklahoma City, Okla. A funeral service was held at 4 p.m. Tuesday in the Smith & Kernke Chapel, Oklahoma City, Okla. Graveside services are at 1 p.m. today at Rosemound Cemetery in Commerce.

Greenville Herald Banner Tuesday, Nov 14, 2006 COMMERCE — Ben Elbert Thomson, 91, of Fort Worth, formerly of Commerce, died Nov. 11, 2006. A graveside service with full military honors is scheduled at 1 p.m. today at Rosemound Cemetery with Rev. Dana Compton officiating. Visitation is from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. today at Jones-Walker & Son Funeral Home. The son of Judson Emmet and Mary Erl Guthrie Thomson, he was born Sept. 5, 1915, in Honey Grove. On June 23, 1940, he married Mary Louise Jordan in Commerce. Mr. Thomson served in the U.S. Army during World War II. He retired from Lone Star Gas-Western Division, serving as vice president from 1950 to 1982. He was a Methodist. Mr. Thomson loved being with his wife and his family, playing golf and talking to pretty girls. Survivors include two daughters, Sandra Mulkey and husband Neil of Irving and Kathy Thomson of Pensacola, Fla.; three grandsons, Casey Huett and wife Christy of Grand Prairie, Robby Huett and wife Galena of Annapolis, Md., and Jimmy Mulkey of Irving; eight great-grandchildren, Ashley Huett, Henry Walker, Megan Huett, Taylor McConnell, Casey Huett Jr., Madison Huett, Tanner Huett and Taylor Huett; brother-in-law Wendell Jordan Jr.; and a nephew and wife, Wendell Jordan III and Katie. Pallbearers are Casey Huett, Robby Huett, Jimmy Mulkey Jr., Taylor McConnell, Tanner Huett and Henry Walker.

Greenville Herald Banner Thursday, Nov 16, 2006 Inez Flodell Ashford Talley, 94, of Greenville, died Tuesday at a Garland hospital. Funeral services are at 2 p.m. Friday at Westview United Methodist Church with Rev. Brian Bosworth officiating. Burial will follow at Rosemound Cemetery in Commerce. Visitation from 6 to 8 p.m. today at Peters Funeral Home. She was born April 25, 1912, daughter of Virgil O. and Zadie Flowers Ashford in Hunt County. On Dec. 24, 1930, she married Luther Paul Talley in Hugo, Okla. She was an excellent seamstress and made uniforms for the Flash team. She was a member of Westview United Methodist Church. She is survived by her daughter, Claudia Imogene Talley Jenkins of Garland; a sister, Gladys Bearden of Fort Worth; grandchildren, Jimmy Dale Jenkins and wife Stacy of Merit and Ricky Jenkins and wife Martha of Farmersville; six great-grandchildren; and one great-great-grandchild. She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband; and two brothers, Thelbert and Samuel Ashford. Ricky Jenkins, Jimmy Jenkins, Kevin Jenkins, Bruce Hammons and Charles Smedley will serve as pallbearers. Honorary pallbearers are members of the Sunday School class at Westview United Methodist Church. Memorials may be made to the Westview United Methodist Church.

Greenville Herald Banner Thursday, Nov 23, 2006 COMMERCE — Billy H. Prothro, 63, of Commerce died Nov. 20, 2006. Funeral services are scheduled at 11 a.m. Friday at Jones-Walker & Son Funeral Home chapel with Bishop Philip Sanders and Brother Benny Chaffin officiating. Burial will be in Rosemound Cemetery. Son of Hugh and Erna McKinney Prothro, he was born Aug. 29, 1943, in Natchitoches, La. He married Wanda L. Skaggs on June 15, 1972, in Chehalis, Wash. He served in the Army during the Vietnam War as a Private First Class. He received the Marksman award, Driving Award and Good Conduct Award. He also placed third in a state championship stock car race in Montana. Mr. Prothro was owner of a wrecker business. He was a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Survivors include his wife of Commerce; children Billy McKinney of McKinney, Dennis Kelley of Seattle, Wash., Jackie Prothro and Leah Carter of Commerce, and Tammie Wompler of Jacksboro; grandchildren Stephanie Faulks, J.J. Prothro, and Elizabeth Carter and Dustin Carter of Commerce, Jennifer Brown and Tiffany Brown of Jacksboro, and Corey Kelley, Amanda Kennemer, and Olivia Kelley of Seattle, Wash.; six brothers, David Causey, Mickie McKinney, Dennis McKinney, Doug Prothro, Carl Prothro and Kurt Prothro; and one sister, Jennifer Prothro. He was preceded in death by a son, James Prothro in 2005, and by his parents. Pallbearers will be Chuck Whitlock, Cody Whitlock, Henry Wright, Doug Nichols, Jason Russell, Lloyd Coker and J.J. Prothro. Honorary pallbearers will be Jerry White, Tracy Nichols and Randy Stewart.

Greenville Herald Banner Friday, Dec 15, 2006 COMMERCE — Funeral services for Tommie Linden Arnold, 74, of Commerce will be at 11 a.m., Saturday, at First Baptist Church, with Brother Johnnie Henderson officiating. Interment will be in Rosemound Cemetery.
Visitation will be from 6 to 8 p.m. today at Jones-Walker & Son Funeral Home. Mr. Arnold died Dec. 12, at Presbyterian Hospital of Greenville. He was born Dec. 5, 1932, in Commerce to Larnce Arnold and Lola Mae Kelly Arnold. Tommie attended school in Commerce until 1944, when he had to rapidly change into a man a the age of 12 to care for his parents’ needs. He met a man who taught him the trade of paint and body. He took his work very seriously because this was a way to take care of his family. In 1951 Tommie joined the United States Navy. He was aboard the U.S.S. Fletcher during the Korean War, where he proudly served his country. In 1955 he was honorably discharged from the Navy and returned to Commerce in 1957. He married Mildred “Millie” Hanes on July 12, 1957, in Dallas. They continued their life in Commerce, started a family, and he continued working as a body man. Life was not always easy for Tommie; however he was always happy. For the love of his family is what kept him this way. It would take far too many words to tell the greatness of this man. He was loved by many and will be forever missed. Survivors include his loving wife of 49 years, Mildred Arnold, of Commerce; children, Tammie Jo Lowrie and husband, Reese, of Cumby; Davy Lin Arnold of Commerce; grandson, Ryan Evans and wife, Tiffany, of Commerce; bonus grandchildren, Josh Lowrie and Lisa Baker, and bonus great-grandchildren, Autumn Price, Dani Baker and Dakota Baker; one sister, Pat Ross of Haslet; brothers-in-law Fred Jones and Glyn Ross, and many nieces, nephews and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents; one sister, Betty Pearl Jones; and one brother, Jack Lewis Arnold. Pallbearers include Stevie Arnold, Jackie Arnold, Les Arnold, Billy Arnold, Bobby Jones and Larry Jones. Honorary pallbearers are Brandon Arnold, Stan Brewer, Kevin Brewer, Shane Arnold, Kurt Arnold and Cory Jones.

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Tuesday, Dec 19, 2006 Harry Glyn Champion, 82, of Commerce died Dec. 16, 2006. Funeral services are at 1 p.m. Wednesday at Mount Moriah Baptist Church in Commerce with Rev. Glenn Taylor officiating. Burial is in Rosemound Cemetery in Commerce. The son of Harry and Lorene Jackson, he was born July 30, 1924, in Commerce. He married Ann Bly in Greenville on July 1, 1952. Mr. Champion served in the U.S. Army during World War II. He was a a principal, teacher and coach. He was a member of Mount Moriah Baptist Church in Commerce, the Masonic Lodge and served as a justice of the peace. Survivors are his wife; a daughter, Andre Champion of Commerce; brother Alvin Champion of New York; and special friends Elizabeth Hines, Carol Grant, Mollie Hill, Harry Turner and Joe Tave. His parents, a brother and two sisters preceded him in death. Memorials may be made to the Mount Moriah Church Building Fund. Visitation is from 9:30 a.m. to 8 p.m. today at Cozine & Tarver Funeral Home in Greenville.

Greenville Herald Banner Thursday, Dec 21, 2006 COMMERCE — Kenneth Dee Thornton, 65, of Commerce died Dec. 20, 2006, at Presbyterian Hospital of Commerce. Funeral services are at 11 a.m. Friday at the First Baptist Church in Commerce with Rev. Johnnie Henderson officiating. Burial will follow in Rosemound Cemetery. Visitation is scheduled from 10 to 11 a.m. Friday at the church. Born Sept. 4, 1941, in George County, Miss., he was the son of Charlie and Edna Nolan Thornton. He married Patricia Trotter on Dec. 10, 1978, in Ocean Springs, Miss. Mr. Thornton retired from Raytheon where he was a supervisor. He enjoyed building bird houses and enjoyed classic cars. He was a faithful member of the First Baptist Church in Commerce. Survivors are his wife of Commerce; children Kenneth Thornton and wife Debbie of Lucedale, Miss., Lance Thornton and wife Stephanie of Commerce and Patrick Thornton and wife Erin of Cooper; grandchildren Brad Thornton, Bailey Thornton, Chance Thornton, Jackson Thornton and Ryan Thornton; brothers Nolan Thornton of Escatawpa, Miss., Orville, Thornton of Vancleave, Miss., Melvin Thornton of Ellisville, Miss., and Terry Thornton of Vancleave, Miss.; sisters Katherine Howell of Lucedale, Miss., Frances Hill of Big Point, Miss., and Joyce McKinley of Hurley, Miss.; and many nieces, nephews and great-nieces and great-nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; a brother, Donald Thornton; and three sisters, Margie Younger, Bonnie Mazingo and Juanita Winstead. Jones-Walker & Son Funeral Home of Commerce is in charge of arrangements.

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