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James "Martin" Tolliver

James "Martin" Tolliver

Apr 1, 2024

James "Martin" Tolliver, age 81, of Centerville, Texas passed away on April 1, 2024 in Centerville, Texas. He was born on February 23, 1943 in Freeburn, Kentucky to James Monroe Tolliver and Caroline (Scarberry) Tolliver.

Martin was preceded in death by both of his parents; siblings, Vernon Tolliver, Loretta Tolliver, Yvonne (Tolliver) Burchett and Thurman Tolliver; and grandchildren, Jacob Vandayburg, Joshua...

Gabriel Barnerr "Gabe" Dobos

Gabriel Barnerr "Gabe" Dobos

Mar 20, 2024

Gabriel Barnerr "Gabe" Dobos, age 82, of Buffalo, Texas passed away March 20, 2024 in Houston, Texas. Born on March 26, 1941, in Marquez, Texas to Steve & Opal (Burleson) Dobos, Gabe was a dedicated and hardworking individual who devoted his life to his career and his family.

Having been raised in Houston, Texas, Gabe's journey led him to join the...

Doris Elizabeth Dyess

Doris Elizabeth Dyess

Mar 16, 2024

Doris Elizabeth Dyess, a beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and great-great-grandmother, passed away on March 16, 2024, in Franklin, Texas at 86 years. She was born August 17, 1937 in Carrollton, Illinois to Arthur "Art" and Ruby (Driver) Carter. Doris dedicated most of her career to serving as a bookkeeper in trucking, oil field equipment and airlines, late in her career...

James Dee Magouirk

James Dee Magouirk

Feb 15, 2024

James Dee Magouirk, passed away peacefully on February 15, 2024 in Fairfield, Texas. Born on September 22, 1956, in Fairfield, Texas, James lived a fulfilling life dedicated to hard work, family, and the simple joys of life. He will be deeply missed by all those who knew and loved him.

James was a proud graduate of Buffalo High School and spent...

Marjorie Faye Oliver

Marjorie Faye Oliver

Feb 15, 2024

Marjorie Faye Miller Oliver was born on March 28, 1923 in Fairfield, Texas to Tina Verga White Miller and Quay Verdnand Miller. She grew up on the Miller farm in Wortham with her parents and two brothers. Her father was a farmer and her mother did many things, including working at a local cafe and as cook for Wortham ISD....

Julia Ann (Hayes) Scott

Julia Ann (Hayes) Scott

Feb 4, 2024

A homegoing service for Mrs. Julia Ann (Hayes) Scott, 71, will be held at 11 A.M., Saturday, February 10, 2024, at New St. Holland Baptist Church in Buffalo, Texas. A visitation will take place from 6 P.M. to 8 P.M. at Walters' Buffalo Funeral Home on Friday, February 9, 2024.

Julia Ann Hayes Scott was born in Freestone County on February...

Calvin D. Williams

Calvin D. Williams

Feb 2, 2024

Calvin D. Williams passed away peacefully on February 2, 2024, at the age of 94 in Rockwall, Texas. Born on September 7, 1929, in Emory, Texas to Emmitt and Eunice (Northcutt) Williams, Calvin was a cherished husband, a loving father, and a dedicated member of his community.

Calvin embarked on a remarkable career, beginning humbly in the mail room of Sears...

Phillip Reuben Beshears

Phillip Reuben Beshears

Jan 16, 2024

Phillip Beshears, age 68, of Buffalo, Texas passed away peacefully January 16, 2024 in Centerville, Texas. A memorial service celebrating his life will be held 10 A.M., Saturday, January 20, 2024 at Walters' Buffalo Funeral Home, Buffalo, Texas. Bro. Johnny Veretto will officiate the service.

Phillip Reuben Beshears was born October 29, 1955 in Lake Charles, Louisiana to Reuben Monroe &...

Angela Yvette "Angie" Burchfield

Angela Yvette "Angie" Burchfield

Jan 5, 2024

Angela Yvette (Privette) Burchfield, 55, of Buffalo, passed away suddenly on the night of January 5, 2024. She was born in Houston, Texas, on March 11, 1968.

Anyone who knew Angie knew how much she adored animals. Whether it was collecting bugs, frogs, turtles, and snakes as a child, to fostering kittens and caring for special needs goats as an adult,...

Patricia Ann Pryor

Patricia Ann Pryor

Dec 29, 2023

Patricia Ann Pryor, a devoted wife, mom and Nana, passed away peacefully on December 29, 2023, at the age of eighty-eight. Born on May 10, 1935, in Calf Creek, Texas, she was the beloved daughter of Lawrence Whit and Audie Lee (Duncan) Smith.

Patricia's journey through life led her to Teague in 1972, where she established deep roots and touched the...

Gaynell Hullum

Gaynell Hullum

Dec 27, 2023

Gaynell Hullum, a loving wife, devoted mother, and cherished grandmother, peacefully departed this world on December 27, 2023, leaving behind a legacy of warmth, compassion, and creativity.

Born on April 11, 1925, in the close-knit Newby Community of Jewett, Texas, Gaynell was the daughter of Tom and Thelma (Jerrell) Hardee. She grew up in Leon County and remained a proud resident...

Carmen Viola Courtwright

Carmen Viola Courtwright

Dec 22, 2023

Carmen Viola Courtwright, 94, formerly of Buffalo, Texas and currently residing in Palestine, Texas, passed away peacefully on December 22, 2023. A celebration of her life is schedule for 10 A.M., Thursday, December 28, 2023 at Walters' Buffalo Funeral Home, Buffalo, Texas. A brief visitation will take place prior to the service from 9 A.M. to service time at the...

Raycile Pharis

Raycile Pharis

Dec 15, 2023

Raycile Pharis, 76, of Palestine, Texas went to her heavenly home on December 15, 2023. She was born in Garland, Alabama on September 15, 1947.

Raycile spent most of her life in Buffalo, Texas where she was a hair dresser and owned her own hair salon. She was a sweet, loving person who enjoyed her family and friends, and above all,...

Mary Ellen Weaver

Mary Ellen Weaver

Nov 30, 2023

Mary Ellen Weaver, 90, of Buffalo, Texas passed away on November 30, 2023 in Fairfield, Texas. She was born on January 18, 1933 in Houston, Texas. Mary was a resident of Buffalo for forty-five years. She was married to her late husband, Malcolm Weaver for sixty-nine years. Mary loved her numerous cats and she had a big heart for animals....

Michael Dean Landers

Michael Dean Landers

Nov 29, 2023

Michael Dean Landers passed away in his home in Oakwood, Texas on November 29, 2023.

He is survived by his wife, Marilyn (Cowan) Landers; biological children, Michael Jason Landers his wife, Miranda Landers and Crystal Landers; grandson, Damian Joe Martinez Landers; granddaughter, Lauren Dodd; two great-grandchildren; brothers, Ricky Landers and wife, Sunny Landers and Lloyd Landers and wife, Sherry Landers, as...

Jimmy Ray Daniel

Jimmy Ray Daniel

Nov 23, 2023

On November 23, 2023, Jimmy Ray Daniel passed away peacefully at the age of 76 years at his home in Buffalo, Texas. Jimmy was born June 16, 1947 to Wesley Ray Daniel & Lillian Ruth (Allen) Daniel.

Jimmy grew up in Lanely, Texas. He married Aurelia (Watts) Daniel and they traveled with their family while Jimmy worked as a pipeliner. Eventually,...

Eddie Earl Lack, Sr.

Eddie Earl Lack, Sr.

Nov 15, 2023

On November 15, 2023, Eddie Earl Lack Sr., a devoted family man, dedicated Air Force veteran, and longtime resident of Leon County, peacefully passed away at the age of 89 at his home in Oakwood, Texas. Eddie was born on February 27, 1934, in Etowah, Arkansas, to William Edison & Hazel (Tatum) Lack, and was the epitome of strength, honor,...

Rebecca Louise Ashford

Rebecca Louise Ashford

Nov 11, 2023

Rebecca Louise Ashford, 70, of Buffalo, Texas passed away on November 11, 2023 in Tyler, Texas. She was born on November 7, 1953 in Crowley, Louisiana. Rebecca was a hunter and fisherman who always loved a fresh manicure and watching waves at the beach. She loved her family, especially the grandkids, all of who held a very special place in...

Verner Lloyd Pate

Verner Lloyd Pate

Oct 27, 2023

With heavy hearts and fond spirits, we remember Verner Lloyd Pate, who departed from this world on October 27, 2023, at the age of 91. A gentle man of strength and resilience, Verner's life was a testament to dedication, love, and the beauty of nature.

Born on October 18, 1932 in Buffalo, Texas to Jim B. "JB" Pate and Lourene (Bain)...

Roy Don Kuykendall

Roy Don Kuykendall

Oct 16, 2023

Roy Don Kuykendall, a loving husband, devoted father, and hardworking truck driver, passed away on October 16, 2023, in Madisonville, Texas. Born on September 9, 1959, in Midland, Texas, Don was a proud resident of Leon County for the past 30 years.

Don's life was rooted in his work as a truck driver, a career that he held dear to his...

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