Croley Funeral Home - Gilmer

JoAnn Bullard, peacefully passed away on April 15, 2024, in Longview, Texas. She was born on July 12, 1936. A graveside service will be held at Rosewood Park Cemetery in Longview, Tx starting at 11AM on Thursday, April 18, 2024, with Devin White officiating. Visitation will be the day prior on Wednesday, April 17, 2024, from 5-7PM at Croley Funeral Home in Gilmer.

Theodore Leon Wells was born in Mineola, Texas on March 27, 1941 to Leon Wells and Dora Belcher Wells and passed away on April 5, 2024. He graduated from Hawkins Schools and served in the U.S. Army Reserve. Services were held Monday, April 8, 2024 under the direction on Croley Funeral Home.

Theodore Leon Wells was born in Mineola, Texas on March 27, 1941 to Leon Wells and Dora Belcher Wells and passed away on April 5, 2024. He graduated from Hawkins Schools and served in the U.S. Army Reserve. Services were held Monday, April 8, 2024 under the direction of Croley Funeral Home.

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Helen Ruth Jones, a beloved daughter, mother, grandmother, and friend. Born in Crawford, Texas, to Horace and Katherine Harrison, Helen resided in Gladewater for over 60 years with her husband, Joe John Jones. A passionate educator, she earned a Master of Arts in Library Science from the East Texas State University in Commerce, Texas. Her dedication to teaching first grade exceeded her 30+ years of teaching; many of her students remember her fondly and would visit with her when they saw her around Gladewater. Tasha Phillips, a 1988, first-grade student of hers remembered, "I was the new girl at a new school with no mat at nap time. Miss Helen...

Henry "Hank" Cuevas, Jr. passed from this life in Longview, Texas on March 19, 2024. Hank was born in Santa Paula, CA to Henry Cuevas, Sr., and Bruna Romero. He was very proud to be a twin to Claire Vera and adored his older sister, Lydia. Hank attended Catholic school where his favorite pastime was testing the nun's faith! He grew up in Santa Paula and became quite infamous for his adolescent tactics, which may be why he moved to Texas in the late 70's. He supported his family and worked as a switchman at Lonestar Steel, where his love of trains began. Hank was a proud father and loved all his children very much. He met the love of his life in 2003, and married Sandy in February of 2004....

Dale Michael Westall passed away March 13, 2024, in Gilmer, Texas. Dale was born in Rolla, Missouri to Michael Harwell Westall and Brenda Sue (Dale) Westall on April 6, 1966. A graveside service was held for Dale Friday, March 15, 2024 at Glade Creek Cemetery in Gilmer, Tx.

It is with great sorrow that we announce the unexpected passing of Tawnie Rose Mosley on March 12, 2024, at her home in Gilmer. She was 33 years old. Please join us as we celebrate the life of Tawnie Rose Mosley on Saturday, March 30, 2024, at 1:00 p.m. at Longview Arboretum and Nature Center.

It is with heavy hearts, we announce passing of Caddie Wiggins Niles. A memorial service will be held at Lindale Church of Christ on April 6, 2024, starting at 10:00 AM to honor the beautiful life lived by Caddie. Interment to follow at Holly Tree Cemetery. Full obituary can be found at croleyfh.net

Wanda Gail Rosser-Hall, born on December 6, 1938, peacefully passed away on March 1, 2024, in Gilmer, TX. She was a loving individual who touched the hearts of many and will be dearly missed by all who had the privilege of knowing her. A Memorial Service to honor Wanda's life will be held at the First Baptist Church Diana in Diana, TX on March 9th at 1:00 PM.

Wesley Ross Pendley, born in Houston, TX on June 13, 1955, passed away suddenly on February 11, 2024, at the age of 68. A visitation to honor Wesley's life will be held on Saturday, February 17, 2024, from 6:00-8:00 pm at Croley Funeral Home, located at 305 W Harrison St in Gilmer, followed by a private service at a later date.

Karen Casey Nobles passed away on Feb. 8, 2024. She was born Nov. 5, 1947. Funeral services for Mrs. Nobles will be held Sat. Feb. 10, 2024 at 11:00 am at Croley Funeral Home in Gilmer, where a visitation will be held one hour prior to the services.

This young farm boy from East Texas was born April 17, 1931 in Gilmer Texas to Martin Henry and Lillian Carroll Thompson. He grew up working hard on the family farm, After graduating from Harmony High School, he watched as some of his friends and relatives went off to fight in the Korean War. So one day while in Tyler selling a load of cows, he went in to talk with an Air Force recruiter. The recruiter looked him over, and told him to come on in that the Air Force could really make something good out of him. He served in the 483 rd Motor Vehicle Squadron in Ashiya, Japan 1951-54. And after the war, he took his degree in Mechanical Engineering from Texas A and M University. In 1956 he...

Robbie Jay Evans, 82, of Gladewater, Texas passed away on February 1, 2024. Robbie was born on January 9, 1942 in Mansfield, LA. Robbie was a member of the North Loop Church Of Christ in Gladewater, Texas. He proudly served in the National Guard. Robbie retired from Texas Utilities after 35 years. He loved horses, spending time outdoors, square dancing and traveling with his beloved wife, Joy. Robbie is survived by his wife, Joy Evans; sons, Aaron Evans and James Dunn; daughter, Terrie Dunn; grandchildren, Esther Evans, Kyle Dunn and wife Jamie, Corey Dunn and wife Tish; great-grandchildren, Holli Dunn, Colton Dunn and Hunter Dunn; sister Brenda Hutto, as well as many other loving...

Harvey L. Walker, 90, of Leander, Texas passed away unexpectedly at his home in Leander, Texas, on January 23, 2024. Harvey was born in Little Field, Texas, on October 6, 1933. He is survived by his wife of 58 years, Martha, and two sons, Terry Walker and Justin Paul, (J. P.), one granddaughter, Tiffany Mulkey, and a number of great and great, great grandchildren. Harvey was raised primarily by his maternal grandfather Nichols before he became a ward of the state of Texas and was placed by the state at the Waco State Home, a home for neglected and dependent children. He graduated from the school there in the home. Then he began attending the University of Texas before signing up for...

W.A. "Buddy" Townsend of Tyler, passed away on January 22, 2024. He was born on May 8, 1943, in Gilmer, TX to John Burl Townsend and Wilma Louise (King) Townsend. Buddy graduated from East Mountain High School in Gilmer in 1962. He married Gay Plummer on Dec. 27, 1962. Buddy worked for Alcoa in their metal melting/mixing department and retired from the company in 2005. He was a member of the West Erwin Church of Christ in Tyler. Buddy is survived by his beloved wife, Gay Townsend of Tyler; sister, Bobbie Zbikowski of Tyler; as well as his nieces and nephews and extended family members. He is preceded in death by his parents John Burl Townsend and Wilma Louise (King)...

W.A. "Buddy" Townsend of Tyler, passed away on January 22, 2024. He was born on May 8, 1943, in Gilmer, TX to John Burl Townsend and Wilma Louise (King) Townsend. Buddy graduated from East Mountain High School in Gilmer in 1962. He married Gay Plummer on Dec. 27, 1962. Buddy worked for Alcoa in their metal melting/mixing department and retired from the company in 2005. He was a member of the West Erwin Church of Christ in Tyler. Buddy is survived by his beloved wife, Gay Townsend of Tyler; sister, Bobbie Zbikowski of Tyler; as well as his nieces and nephews and extended family members. He is preceded in death by his parents John Burl Townsend and Wilma Louise (King)...

Helen Lydia Dunnavant, born on January 24, 1937 in Gladewater, Tx passed away on January 11, 2024 at Good Shepherd Hospital in Longview, Tx. She was a lifelong member of the Gladewater First Methodist Church. She was just honored as the oldest living member and the first one baptized there. It is with a heavy heart and sadness that we announce that she is headed to her heavenly reward. There she will gain her angel wings and be reunited with the ones gone before her. Helen, who everyone called Granny, was born to Marvin and Thelma Pursel. She attended Gladewater High School, where she graduated and met her high school sweetheart, Leroy Dunnavant. They married on Dec. 10, 1955. She was...

Sally Louise Breshears, 80, of Gladewater, Texas passed away on January 7, 2023. Sally was born on October 16, 1943 to Horace and Ruth Russ in Freeport, Texas. Sally loved her family especially her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She was retired from her job as the deli manager at Safeway and spent her time after enjoying her family. Sally could be found crocheting, tending her garden and listening to her wind chimes. When she was able to attend church she enjoyed playing the piano. Sally will be missed by everyone who knew her. She leaves behind fond memories that will forever remain in the hearts of her loved ones. Sally is survived by her sons, Danny Loyd Breshears, Troy...

Robert Gaylon Rosser of Diana, born March 5,1941 passed away on January 6, 2024. A Memorial service will be held at Croley Funeral Home in Diana on Saturday Jan. 13, 2024 at 4 PM, visitation will be one hour prior.

Gene Ernest Blankenship, age 86, passed away on Friday, January 5, 2024, in Plano, Texas, following a brief illness. He was born on October 15, 1937, in Paris, Texas, to John Blackman and Elizabeth Hale (Pearson) Blankenship. He graduated from Gladewater High School in 1956. A funeral service will be held Sunday, January 14, 2024 at 2 in the afternoon at Croley Funeral Home in Gladewater, Texas with burial to follow at Gladewater Memorial Park. Please visit croleyfh.net to view full obituary.

Services for Darrell Glen McKnight, 89 of Gladewater will be on Wednesday January 3rd at 2:00p.m. at Croley Funeral Home. Interment will follow at Barber Cemetery. Visitation will take place on Tuesday evening January 2nd from 5-7 at Croley Funeral Home in Gladewater Texas. Darrell was born on July 8, 1934, to Russell Joseph and Lucy Ione and went to be with his Lord on December 28th, 2023. He was married to the love of his life Joy Dale for 62 years before her passing on September 26th, 2017. Darrell and Joy raised three children together, Terry McKnight, Teresa Ludovice, and Tracy McKnight. Darrell graduated from Gladewater High School in 1952 and continued his education at Tyler...