Texarkana Gazette

Funeral Services for Mr. Jerry Davis Thomas, age 82, of Texarkana, Texas, will be held on Thursday, June 23, 2022 at 11:00 AM at the Cpt. Wm. Perry Chapel of Haggard Funeral Home with Pastor Todd Hervey officiating and under the direction of Haggard Funeral Home. A time of visitation will be held on Wednesday, June 22, 2020 at the Cpt. Wm. Perry Chapel of Haggard Funeral home from 6 to 8:00 PM. Mr. Jerry Davis Thomas was born September 28, 1939 in Linden, Texas to Joseph Edgar Thomas and Ima May Burleson and passed away in Texarkana, Texas on June 20, 2022. Mr. Thomas was preceded in death by his wife, Carol Anne Hall Thomas; and his parents. Those left to cherish his memory are his son,...

Funeral services for Mrs. Mary Lindsey Lee, 84, formerly of Linden, will be 2:00 p.m. Tuesday, June 21, 2022 at Linden United Methodist Church. Burial will follow at Linden Cemetery under the direction of Reeder-Davis Funeral Home in Linden. There will be a time of visitation beginning at 1:00 p.m. Tuesday and lasting until service time. Mary Lindsey Lee was born February 11, 1938, in Quitman, Texas, to George and Florence Lindsey. She passed away peacefully on June 19, 2022, in Carthage, Texas. She retired from Linden Municipal Hospital after 32 years of service. She was a long time member of Linden United Methodist Church and a current member of The First United Methodist Church of...

Debra Kaye Cogell Akins, age 57, died Thursday April 21, 2022, at Ogeechee Area Hospice Inpatient Facility in Statesboro. She was born January 15, 1965 in Texarkana, Texas to Harry Glen Cogell and Carol Renee Torkelson Cogell. Debbie married Richie Akins on July 17th, 1993 and since resided in Statesboro, Georgia. She was preceded in death by her parents. Debra received a Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Arkansas in 1988. Following graduation, she worked in the college textbook industry for 23 years. Debra enjoyed traveling and was very proud of having visited 48 of the 50 states. She especially enjoyed seeing National Parks and Monuments. Debra also enjoyed going to...

John William Kelley, 47 of Jefferson was born December 2, 1974, in Texarkana, Texas and passed away on April 19, 2022. John graduated from Pleasant Grove High School in 1992. Preceded John in death were his grandparents, Thelbert D. Kelley, and wife Jeanette Womble Kelley; O.A. Sawyer and wife Myrdie Lee Anthony Sawyer. John is survived by his father, William Carlton Kelley of Jefferson, Texas, and his mother Rosa Lee Sawyer Caprio and Stepfather Eugene D. Caprio, Jr. of Hot Springs Village, Arkansas; and a special Aunt "Nana" Mary Ellen McClain of Crossett, Arkansas. A private service will be held at a later date with arrangements made by Haggard Funeral Home in Jefferson, Texas.

Harold "Dennis" Crawford, 71, of Texarkana, TX died on Monday, April 18th, 2022, in Plano Texas. Born August 2, 1950, in New Boston, he was a 47-year resident of Texarkana. He spent his entire career in the banking/loan industry and was a pillar in the Liberty-Eylau community. Dennis graduated from Hooks High School in 1968 and from Stephen F. Austin University in 1975 with a degree in business. Upon graduating high school, he was drafted by the US Army where he proudly served in Vietnam becoming a 3rd generation solider. He was an avid water-skier in his younger years and loved being on the lake. He was predeceased by his parents, Arthur B Crawford, and Joyce Yates Crawford. He is...

Betty Lynn Dalby Martin, 89, passed from this world into heaven on the afternoon of March 30, 2022, due to multiple health issues. She was born in Daingerfield in a house on Jefferson Street on November 19, 1932, to John Henry and Oletta Hampton Dalby. Betty was a graduate of Daingerfield High School. She met Billy Pat Martin in March 1953, the love of her life and married July 10, 1953. They were the first couple to be married in the current sanctuary of the First Methodist Church of Daingerfield. Betty was a life long member of the church and Bill soon placed his membership there where they served in various ministries of the church. During her lifetime she was involved in several...

Cora "Corie" Mae Roper was born October 22, 1933, in Shady, AR, where she grew up and graduated from Mena High School. Corie was from a family of nine children. She met her future husband, Jack Roper Sr., while they were working at the Red River Army Depot in Texarkana. They were married for 14 years and were blessed with three children. While raising their children, Corie worked in administration for Sun Oil Co., Fina Oil, and as a legal secretary at Southern Methodist University School of Law. In her later years, she lived in close proximity to her family. Corie has exemplified remarkable courage, strength, and optimism. Her life verse is Isaiah 43:1 "...Fear not; for I have redeemed thee,...

Jane Roberts Wood was born on July 7, 1928, in Memphis, Texas, and died on January 19, 2022. She was raised in Texarkana, Texas. Married first to Winston H. Roberts and, after his death, to Judson W. Wood, she lived in Fort Worth, Arlington, Dallas and Argyle. She taught English and writing in the Dallas County Community College System and published several widely respected novels, including The Train to Estelline. She is survived by her children, Melinda Allien Roberts, Susan Jane Roberts Read and David Judson Wood as well her grandchildren, Annabel and Tommy Roberts-McMichael, Alex and Catherine Read, Charlie Wood and Victoria, Clint and Sarah Scott. In lieu of flowers, the family...

Funeral services for Victor Stacy, 86, of Omaha will be held at 10 AM Thursday, January 13, 2022 in the Chapel of Horn-Nail-Haggard Funeral Home of Daingerfield with Bro. Michael Roberts officiating. Burial will follow in Daingerfield Cemetery. Victor was born on October 23, 1935 in Daingerfield, Texas to Fredrick Graham and Donnabelle Pomeroy Stacy and passed away on Saturday morning, January 8, 2022 at his home. Victor was retired from Lone Star Ammunition where he was an electrician. He is survived by his wife, Martha Ann Stacy; daughters and son-in law Margaret and Eddie Thompson; Karen Beliew; son and daughter-in-law, Victor Wayne and Jenny Stacy; 5 grandchildren and 20 great...

Albert Gordon Buckworth, Jr., 84, of Ladson, South Carolina, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on Saturday, January 1, 2022 in a Charleston South Carolina Hospital. The relatives and friends of Albert Buckworth, Jr. are invited to attend his Memorial Service at 11:00 AM, Thursday, January 6, 2022 at Parks Funeral Home Chapel, 130 W. 1st North Street, Summerville, SC 29483. Flowers will be accepted or memorial donations may be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital. Gordon Buckworth was born in Elkton Maryland, on December 18th, 1937 and at a very young age moved with his family to Camden Arkansas. Gordon was a man of many passions. He was a beloved husband, father and...

William Edward "Bill" Alexander died peacefully at home following a long illness on December 17, 2021 at age 59. Bill was born on May 17, 1962 in Jackson, Mississippi, to the late Dr. John Davidson Alexander and the Rev. Jane Biggs Alexander. He was educated in the Texarkana, Texas, public school system and at Hinds Community College in Raymond, Mississippi. His adult years were spent in the fields of sales and management, primarily in the state of Florida. In addition to being a person who rarely met a stranger, he was known among family and friends as an outstanding cook and as an avid fisherman. He loved the sun, the water, the Tampa Bay Lightning, the Tampa Bay Rays, the Tampa Bay...

Jack David Parry of Texarkana, Texas went to Heaven on Friday, November 12, 2021, on his 73rd birthday. Jack was preceded in death by his parents, Everett and Shirley Parry and his older brother, Dennis Parry. He is survived by his wife, Joyce Parry; three sons, Shawn Parry, Ryan Parry and wife, Kristen, and Kyle Parry and wife, Shawna; three siblings, Marsha Parry, Mark Parry and wife, Terri, and Chris Parry and wife, Lisa; sister-in-law, Carol Leslie; brother-in-law David Prahl and wife, Carol; and six grandchildren, Finley, Presley, Lila Brooke, Korbyn, Mason, and Ace. Jack married the love his life, Joyce Prahl, on November 21, 1970. They first met on Christmas Eve 1968. During...

Jack David Parry of Texarkana, Texas passed from this life on Friday, November 12, 2021, on his 73rd birthday. Jack was preceded in death by his parents, Everett and Shirley Parry and his older brother, Dennis Parry. He is survived by his wife, Joyce Parry; three sons, Shawn Parry, Ryan Parry and wife, Kristen, and Kyle Parry and wife, Shawna; three siblings, Marsha Parry, Mark Parry and wife, Terri, and Chris Parry and wife, Lisa; sister-in-law, Carol Leslie; brother-in-law David Prahl and wife, Carol; and six grandchildren, Finley, Presley, Lila, Korbyn, Mason, and Ace. Jack married the love his life, Joyce Prahl, on November 21, 1970. They first met on Christmas Eve 1968. During...

Kenneth David Banks, 75, of Flower Mound, TX, died at his home on November 6, 2021. Ken was born in New Boston, TX. He was a graduate of New Boston High School Class of 1964 and a graduate of Texas A&M, formerly East Texas State University, Commerce, TX. He is survived by his wife Suzanne Banks of Flower Mound, TX, son Joshua Banks, son and daughter-in-law Sean and Laura Banks and grandchildren Madison and Carter Banks, brother Otto Banks, Jr, sisters Carolyn Banks and Barbara Kyles. He is preceded in death by his parents Otto and Margaret Hope Banks, sister Deborah Banks, and daughter Heather Banks-Brennan. Ken lived a life full of love and adventure. He loved the outdoors, especially...

Jerrell Wayne "Jerry" Gray passed away Tuesday, October 26, 2021 at the age of 92. Jerry was born December 29, 1928, in Westover, Texas to Doyle and Ara New Gray. After his high school graduation, he proudly served his country in the U.S. Navy. He then began a long and successful career as an engineer with a munitions manufacturer, Day and Zimmerman in Hooks, Texas. It was there he met the love of his life, Peggy Penny who he married in 1952. They enjoyed 69 years of marriage. Jerry had a tremendous passion for flying, obtaining his pilot's license at the age of 16 even before getting a drivers license. This opened many doors for traveling adventures which he shared with his family. ...

Nola Graham passed away after a brief illness in Texarkana, Texas. Nola was born in Lindale, TX on 3 August, 1930 to the late Arlin G. and Bertha M. Smith. She was a member of Pruitt Baptist Church in Van, TX until her move to Texarkana in June of 2020. Nola was preceded in death by her parents, husband of 73 years, J.D. Graham, son, Gary Dale Graham, sisters Berta Mae and Evelyn, and brother Arlin Greer Jr. She is survived by one son, Arlen Lee Graham and wife Jean of Cape Gireadeau, MO; daughter, Paulla Rea Lewis and husband, Dennis of Texarkana, TX; 9 grandchildren, 24 great grandchildren, 1 great-great grand child, identical twin sister Nora Rae Graham of Tyler, Tx, sister Jean Dexter...

Jerrell Wayne Gray passed away Tuesday, October 26, 2021 in Tupelo, Miss. at the age of 92. Jerrell was born December 29, 1928, in Westover, Texas to James and Ara New Gray. After his high school graduation, he proudly served his country in the U.S. Navy. He then began a long and successful career as an engineer with a munitions manufacturer, Day and Zimmerman in Hooks, Texas. It was there he met the love of his life, Peggy Penny who he married in 1958. They enjoyed 63 years of marriage. Jerrell had a tremendous passion for flying, obtaining his pilot's license at the age of 16 even before getting a drivers license. This opened many doors for traveling adventures which he shared with...

Services for Rita Anderson will be 10:00 a.m. Tuesday, October 26, 2021 at Harris Chapel Cemetery under the direction of Reeder-Davis Funeral Home in Hughes Springs. Rev. Lynn Hitt will be officiating. Rita Lynn Hall Anderson was born November 6, 1951 and passed away October 22, 2021. She was preceded in death by her parents; Bro. Curtis "Shug" Hall and Hazel Black Hall; and nephew, Caleb Hall. She is survived by her husband of 51 years, Donny Anderson; son, Jason Anderson and wife, Bobbie; daughter Michaela Skinner and husband, Brett; grandchildren, Stone Anderson, Madeline Anderson, and Haley Skinner; great-grandchildren, Leela and Lilith Anderson; sister, Linda Adams and husband, David;...

Janice Diane Williams, 67, passed away Wednesday, September 15, 2021 from a brief battle with COVID-19. Janice retired from Red River Army Depot and was a strong advocate for animals. Janice was proceeded in death by her parents (Stanley and Ruby) and 4 siblings (Bobby, Stanley Jr, Randy, and Rebecca) and survived by Cindy and multiple nieces and nephews. Janice was the loving mom of Mark Williams (Sofia), Kevin Williams (Brittany), Kathy Hembree (Greg) and Kaitlin Inman (Michael); loving grandparent of Jonathon, Joshua, Alex Blake, Aleck, Anestie, Nicholas, Trevor, Sofia, Jayden and Raylee, and great-grand parent to Elizabeth, Thomas, Claire, Anastacia, Sergio III, and Gabe. A memorial...

Richard Vandale Banks, Jr., age 80, passed away in Atlanta, GA on August 24, 2021. Richard was the elder son of the late Richard Sr. and Verna Banks of Texarkana, TZ and was born in Baltimore, MD. He was preceded in death by his sister, Sandra Barber and son, Richard Banks, III. He is survived by one brother, Michael (Wayne) Banks of Texarkana, TX and two children, Shaun Banks of Chandler, AZ and Emily Banks of Poulsbo, WA. He is also survived by 8 grandchildren, 2 step grandchildren, 9 great grandchildren, 6 step great grandchildren, nieces and nephews. Richard served both in the U. S. Navy and the U. S. Army from 1958 to 1979 and the retired from the Texas Department of Public Safety....

Norma Elizabeth McCasland, age 94, of Prosper, Texas, passed away on Monday, August 23, 2021, in Texarkana. She was born on July 13, 1927, in Drumright, Oklahoma, to Amy Mary (Fessler) & Rosco Redding. Norma obtained her bachelor's degree from East Texas State University & had a successful career as a registered nurse & a school nurse. She married the love of her life, Leonard McCasland, in Tulsa, Oklahoma, on February 6, 1954. Norma was a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother & friend to many. She was dearly loved & will be greatly missed by all those who knew her. Norma is survived by her son, George L. McCasland & his wife, Kristi, of...