All Obituaries

Linda Henley Short, 71, of Kilgore peacefully passed away on March 27, 2023  after a brief illness.  She was born February 5, 1952 in Abilene Texas to Clyde and Gertrude Henley and was the baby sister to four brothers, Bill Henley, Bobby Henley, Richard Henley and Sam Henley. Linda spent her life raising children, being a loving wife, taking care of her family, and helping with family owned businesses. Linda was the backbone of her family. Our Momma, Nana, sister and friend will...

Sarah Emma LeBel, age 62, passed away in her home on March 20, 2023in Jefferson, TX, after a long battle with cancer. She was preceded in death by her mother, Lillian Wells, her son, Jason Hollenback and her sister, Debra Gauthreaux. Sarah leaves behind two daughters, Misty McCloskey and Jennifer Hoover, her father, Charles Wells, three brothers, Charles Ellingswoth, Walter Wells, and Michael Wells and one sister, Kathryn Joiner and her ex-husband and best friend, Michel LeBel, along with...

Howard Watson, 67, of Kilgore, Texas passed away on Friday, February 24, 2023 at his home after a three year battle with cancer. Howard was born in Little Rock, Arkansas on September 4, 1955 to Mary Jo and Howard Watson, Jr. Howard grew up in Little Rock and then spent many years wrenching motorcycles from Florida to California. He later settled in Kilgore and worked as the Parts Service Manager at Fun Motors on and off for 30 years. He loved motorcycles and collecting guns in his free...

Joan Meyer was born June 20, 1959, to Joseph and Betty Meyer in St. Charles Missouri and was the 2nd oldest of 4 children She graduated from Francis Hall High school in St. Charles, Missouri. After being a head start teacher for many years she then went on to have a long career with Chrysler and Johnson Controls. Joan passed away February 22, 2023, in her home in Pittsburg, Texas. She was preceded in death by her parents, Joseph and Betty Meyer. Left to cherish her memories are her...

Amos "Ray" Edwards age 77, passed away in his home of 50 years on February 21, 2023, in Harleton, Texas. He will now live for eternity In The House of the Lord where he will never have to fight to breath again. He is preceded in death by his parents, Gladys and Victor Edwards; and the mother of his 2 children, Carolyn Kemp Edwards. He was the best DAD ever to his girls, Kelly Miller and Sheila Edwards, a Granddaughter Jessica Springer and Great Granddaughter Landis Springer. He is also...

Donald Ray Walker of Longview, Texas, passed away on Thursday, February 16, 2023, at the age of 75 after a decade-long battle with cancer. Don was born on September 19, 1947, in Wichita Falls, Texas, to Lucille (Young) and Robert March Walker, Jr. Don was a life-long enthusiast of meditation, sailing and flying the airplane that he built over the course of seven years and affectionately called Tweetie. He loved taking people up to fly every chance that he could. Towards the end of his life...

We are deeply saddened to announce the passing of our beloved Charlotte Lee Futrell, who ended her earthly journey early Sunday, February 12th, 2023.  She was born April 15th, 1937, in Longview Texas, the daughter to late Avis and Sam Compton.  A warrior throughout life, she was 85 years old. She is survived by many loving individuals, including her sons, Bill Futrell, Wade Futrell, and Houston Brown; Grand children Sarah Futrell, Brian Futrell, and Makena Futrell; as well 2...

Carla Holmes passed away February 9, 2023. She was born on January 12, 1957, in Tyler, Texas. Carla was a very loving wife of 42 years to her husband, Len Holmes. She was also a loving mother to her two children, Kevin and Kelly, and Nana Moon to her 4 grandchildren and her great grand baby. Carla devoted her life to taking care of others. She was proceeded in death by her husband, Len Holmes; dad, Robert Galloway; mom, Ann Galloway; and brother, Robert Galloway. She is survived by her...

“A kind soul who recklessly loved people,” is how one friend described Justin Charles Landrum. Justin was reunited with his mom and dad in heaven on February 8, 2023, after blessing this earth with his uplifting presence for 37 years. Born March 11, 1985, Justin came into this world with a huge heart for serving others.  He was an only child, but faithful family and  friends devotedly traveled beside him on life’s short journey. Those who knew Justin best were...

Janice Lee Burke was born in Peoria, Illinois on August 9, 1950. She passed away at her home in Longview, Texas on February 4, 2023. Janice was preceded in death by her father, John Shoultz; her mother, Kathleen Shoultz; and her daughters, Crystal Shoultz and Carla Durst. She is survived by her son, Larry Lee Young; her brothers, John Shoultz and Jeff Shoultz; her sisters, Debbie Harrelson; Jeanette Hallman; and Susan Meyers; granddaughters, Katrina Hall; Taylor and Harlie Young;...