Croley Funeral Home -Gladewater

Elizabeth L. "Betty" Ford, age 98, of Diana, Texas, Formerly of New Baden, passed away on Tuesday, May 10, 2022 in Gladewater, Texas. She was born in St. Louis, Missouri on July 7, 1923, the daughter of John and Elizabeth Flamuth. She married Pete Ford on May 6, 1943, and he preceded her in death on October 10, 1999. She is survived by her daughter, Sharon Nador; granddaughter, Barb Nador, both of Texas; sisters-in-law: Doris Evans and Joyce Santel; as well as many nieces and nephews. In addition to her husband and parents, Mrs. Ford was preceded in death by her son-in-law, Randy Nador. While living in Texas Betty was a member of the St. Mary's Ladies Guild, Ore City and Longview Senior...

Ruth Long, 92, of Gladewater, Texas passed away peacefully on Wednesday, April 6, 2022. Donations can be made to Gladeview Baptist Church P.O. Box 603 Gladewater, Texas 75647. Services will be held on Monday, April 11, 2022 at 10 AM at the Croley Funeral Home Chapel in Gladewater, Texas. Visitors will be received on Sunday, April 10, 6-8 PM.

Jacqueline "Jackie" Graham Pittman, age 56, of White Oak, passed away suddenly in her home on April 5, 2022. Jackie was born to parents Ila Jean and Edward Terrance Graham in Pontiac, MI, on July 22, 1965. After she graduated from White Oak High School in 1983, Jackie received an Associate's Degree in Nursing at Kilgore College. For over 25 years, she served as an accomplished nurse in the East Texas area, including Good Shepherd Medical Center. There, she met the love of her life, Dr. Luther Greg Harrington. After beating breast cancer in 2008, Jackie spent her time traveling with her family and renovating the historic Tuttle House. She also tirelessly advocated for educational programs...

Ann Chesshir, 85, of Tyler, Texas passed away on March 29, 2022 in Tyler, Texas. Ann the youngest of 10 siblings was born in Gladewater, Texas. Ann was very meticulous and it showed in everything she did. She loved painting as well as doing arts and crafts. Ann was an executive assistant at General Dynamics where she met the love of her life Dennis Chesshir. Dennis and Ann were married for over 55 blissfully wonderful years. One of her loves was animals of all kinds. Ann also enjoyed traveling, New Mexico and Arizona were some of her favorite travel destinations. Ann was very interested and invested time in genealogy, she enjoyed tracing back family history. Ann is survived by her...

Ann Chesshire, 85, beloved wife of Dennis Chesshire passed away on March 29, 2022 in Tyler, Texas. Graveside services for Mrs. Chesshire will be held Friday, April 1, 2022 at 2 PM at Gladewater Memorial Park under the direction of Croley Funeral Home in Gladewater, Texas.

Barbara Jo Calhoun, 74, of Gladewater, Texas passed away on March 16, 2022. A visitation will be held in the Croley Funeral Home Chapel on Saturday, March 19 from 6:30 to 8:30 in the evening with a funeral service in the chapel on Sunday at 2:00 pm.

Suetie Marie Woods died at Hospice of East Texas in Tyler, TX on March 15 at the age of 93. Services will be held Saturday, March 19 at 10am at Gladewater Memorial Park Cemetery under the direction of Croley Funeral Home.

Suetie Marie Woods died at Hospice of East Texas in Tyler, TX on March 15 at the age of 93. Services will be held Saturday, March 19 at 10am at Gladewater Memorial Cemetery under the direction of Croley Funeral Home. Mrs. Woods was born Feb. 23, 1929 in rural Young County, TX. She was a resident of Kilgore, TX from 1960 until her death. She met the love of her life and husband during World War 2, marrying Adrian Maurice Woods on June 10, 1944 in San Diego, Duval County, TX. The union produced one child Ruby Marie Woods Newsom. Mrs. Woods attended Olney High School and was by profession a seamstress. Mrs. Woods was a longtime member of Grace Christian Fellowship in Longview (formerly...

Vivion Eugene Mitcham, 93, of Gladewater, Texas passed away on March 14, 2022. Vivion Eugene "Mitch" Mitcham was born on April 22, 1928 to Vivion and Blanche Mitcham in Sharp, Texas. After Vivion graduated from Sharp High School in 1945, he went on to join the Merchant Marines and later the Army. Vivion was blessed with 3 sons; Ronald Eugene Mitcham, Randy Mitcham, and Mark Preston Mitcham. In 1963, Vivion met Margaret Elaine Stewart in Arlington, Texas. Vivion and Margaret married in Dallas, Texas, on November 22, 1963. Professional history professions ranged from cotton farmer, marine, soldier, mechanic, painter, surveyor, contractor, home builder, developer, restaurateur, boutique...

Cremation arrangements for Marterie Dixon, 56, of Gladewater are under the direction of Croley Funeral Home in Gladewater. Mrs. Dixon passed away March 5, 2022 in Longview. Marterie was born February 19, 1966 in Chicago, Illinois to the late George Hilton and Virginia Elouise McBroom Hilton.

Karen England Herron, 67, of Gladewater, TX, formerly of Longview, TX passed away on March 1, 2022, in a Tyler hospital. She was born March 22, 1954, in Pittsburg, TX to Jack and Joie England. Karen graduated from Pine Tree High School in 1972 where she was a twirler as well as co-drum major multiple years for the award-winning Pine Tree High School Band under the direction of her father, long time band director Jack England. Karen went on to attend Kilgore College where she obtained her Associates Degree in Nursing, RN. Over the years she worked in multiple areas of the nursing field including being the Director of Nursing at Pine Tree Lodge Nursing Home, an adolescent behavioral health...

Kenneth M. Burgin, 70, of Big Sandy, Texas passed away February 28th, 2022, with his family by his side near Kemah, Texas. Ken was born, January 1st, 1952, in Watervliet, Michigan to Louis and Neva Burgin. Ken lived in many places during his childhood before planting his roots in Big Sandy, Texas. Ken married Sharon Siler of Marshall, Texas, January 27th, 1972. They just celebrated their 50th Anniversary a month ago with a wonderful party thrown by their children. Many families and friends were there in attendance. They had 2 children, David and Candace. Ken was an avid traveler and was always looking forward to his next adventure. His most recent adventure was his and Sharon's boat "The...

Dr. John Prentis McGee passed in peace at the age of 86 on Sunday, February 27, 2022 at his home in Longview, TX, surrounded by his loving family. Prentis was born March 17, 1935 in Coushatta, LA. He was known to everyone as a kind, gentle, and Godly man. Prentis served the Lord throughout his life, singing tenor in a quartet, serving as a youth pastor and music minister. Dr. McGee had a Doctorate in theology, being in the ministry for 58 years. He led 9 churches and founded Calvary Baptist Church of Gladewater. He also served on many overseas mission trips, and led countless people to accept Jesus as their Savior. Prentis "PawPaw" enjoyed spending time with his large family, traveling,...

Helen Marie Colby, 95, passed away on February 25, 2022 in Gilmer, TX. She was born in Smith County on August 18, 1927. Helen worked as a Nurse's Aid, where she loved everyone under her care. She loved her cats and dogs. Helen is survived by her son, Timothy Allen White of Gladewater; daughters, Ruth Ann White of Mesquite, Evelyn Barden of Madisonville, Frances and her husband, Dennis Broughton of Longview and Carolyn Colby of Austin; grandchildren, Shannon Crane, Glenn White, Michelle White, Greg White, Louis Eugene Hearn, Stephanie Benjamin, Tricia Broughton, Karen Broughton, Dwayne Broughton and Molly Colby, 11 great-grandchildren and 4 great-great-grandchildren, as well as her nieces...

Reba Nell Hood, 90 of White Oak, passed away peacefully in her sleep on February 22, 2022. She grew up in Sulphur Springs, Tx and met the love of her life Curtis Hood. Reba was a loving daughter, wife, mother, nanny, great grandmother, friend and neighbor.Reba is preceded in death by her parents, Azz Morris Gammill and Ora Belle Gammill, brothers Allen Gammill, Joe Gammill, and sisters Juanita Lloyd, Clarine Anderson and Hazel Skeen. Reba is survived by her loving husband Curtis Hood, Sons Randy Hood and wife Ginny of Austin, Joe Hood and wife Jan of Marshall, daughter Melinda and husband Vernon Ace Autrey of Longview. Her Grandchildren, Chris Hood of Colorado Springs, Colorado, Beth Hood...

Jamie D. Wells Hutson was born March 20, 1935 in Moonlake, MS. The family moved to Gladewater, TX in 1942. She graduated from Gladewater High School in 1953 and afterwards continued her studies at St Paul's School of Nursing in Dallas, TX, where she graduated in 1956 as a Registered Nurse. In August of1956 she married the love of her life, Osler C. Hutson. They lived inAlbuquerque and Roswell, NM, then moved to Midland, TX in 1961 where they lived for 30 years. Jamie was very active in their local church in numerous capacities. She also worked part time in the OR, ER, and labor and delivery. In1993, they moved back to Gladewater to live on their ranch. She is proceeded in death by her...

John Watson, 63, passed away on February 12, 2022 in Longview. Funeral services will be held on Wednesday, February 16, 2022 at 10:00 am at Abundant Life Church in Gladewater. A visitation will take place Tuesday evening from 6:00-8:00 pm at Croley Funeral Home in Gladewater. Interment to follow the services at Mt. Pisgah cemetery.

Mrs. Judy Carol (Proper) Nicks, age 78 of Gladewater, passed away on Thursday, February 10, 2022 in Longview. Cremation arrangements under the direction of Croley Funeral Home of Gladewater.

Herman Wilson, 96 of Gladewater, Texas passed away on January 30, 2022. He was born September 7, 1925 to Ora and Emmett Wilson. Herman was a devoted husband of 77 years to his beloved wife Katherine "Kat" Wilson. He was a proud and loving father, grandfather, and great grandfather. Herman proudly served his country as a US Army Sergeant. He is survived by his son Don Wilson; grandchildren, Michelle Nunn, Angela Wilson, and David Wilson; great grandchildren, Julie Nunn, Lucas Wolfe, Knox Wolfe, Melody Wolfe, Oliver Caldwell and Eleanor Caldwell; as well as his brother Leon Wilson and wife Betty; and many loving extended family members. Herman was preceded in death by his lifelong wife...

Phyllis Jean Morris-Kennie passed from this life on January 29, 2022, surrounded by her family. Phyllis was born on August 9, 1949, in Gladewater to parents Grady and Mildred Morris. Phyllis was strong in spirit and the rock to her family; having a great amount of love for her husband, children, grandchildren, and in the recent year great-grandson. She married the love of her life, Jerry, in 1972. In their almost 50 years together, she worked hard at being a homemaker, wife and mother to her family, but by far her greatest joy was being a Mamaw to her grandchildren. There was nothing she loved more than when her kids and grandkids came to visit. She was preceded in death by her father and...

Jerry A Hendrix, 87, passed away on January 29, 2022 in Longview, Texas. Mr. Hendrix was born July 12, 1934 in Dallas, Texas, and was the son of Lyle and Blanche Hendrix of Gladewater, Texas. Mr. Hendrix was a 1952 graduate of Gladewater High School. He received his B.A. from Texas A&M University at Commerce, his M.A from the University of Oklahoma, and his Ph.D. from Louisiana State University. He held teaching positions at Westmar College, Le Mars, Iowa and the University of Louisiana at Lafayette. From 1965 through 2002 he was Professor of Communication at American University in Washington, D.C. He was author of several articles and two college textbooks in the field of...