Obituaries
Mark Buford Cooper
June 23, 2025
Mark Buford Cooper, 72, of Buffalo, Texas passed away on June 23, 2025, in Buffalo, Texas. He was born on January 10, 1953, to Mark Allen & Sarah (Harrell) Cooper in Rusk, Texas.
Mark found great joy riding motorcycles and cherished his experiences volunteering for PG Missions. His intellectual curiosity shone through in his work as a technician in the education...
Catherine Ann Adams
May 25, 2025
Catherine Ann Adams, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away on May 25, 2025, at the age of 69. A longtime resident of Buffalo, Texas, Catherine was known for her deep love of family and the quiet strength that touched all who knew her.
Born on November 24, 1955, Catherine was the cherished daughter of the late Jerrie...
Max Allen Holton
May 22, 2025
Max Allen Holton, age 81, passed away on May 22, 2025, with family by his side. He was born on August 30, 1943, to Thomas Holton and Mae Stevens Holton in Weinert, Texas.
He was preceded in death by his parents and sisters, Betty, Wynona, Wanda, Wilma, Jean Holton and stepson Skipper. Max is survived by his wife Reba Holton...
Americo Alanis, III
May 2, 2025
A funeral service honoring the life of Americo "Rico" Alanis, III, age 20, of Clarksville, Tennessee, and formerly of Houston, Texas, will be held 1 P.M., Monday, May 12, 2025, at First Baptist Church, Buffalo, Texas. Pastor of the church, Alan Grisham, will officiate the service. Interment with full military honors provided by the United States Army will immediately follow...
Fred L Gilliam
April 28, 2025
Fred L. Gilliam, age 86, of Buffalo, Texas passed away on April 28, 2025, in Tyler, Texas. Born on March 28, 1939, in San Juan, Texas, to Charles Preston and Emma Dorene (Smith) Gillam, Fred lived a life rich in community, family, and friendship.
Fred was a well-known and respected member of the Buffalo community, dedicating much of his life to...
Felipe Andrade
April 19, 2025
Felipe Andrade, a devoted husband, father, grandfather, son, and brother, passed away on April 19, 2025, at the age of forty-five. He was born on May 26, 1979, to Maria de Jesus Domingues Andrade and Luis Andrade Ontiveros in Chalchihuites, Zacatecas, Mexico.
Felipe is survived by his wife, Yadirha Andrade; children, Brianna Morales (Josue), Alex Barrera, and Asha Raj; his grandchildren;...
Retha "Lynn" Davis
February 26, 2025
It is with a heavy yet grateful heart that we announce the passing of Retha "Lynn" Davis, affectionately known by her grandkids as "Hunny," at the age of 63 on February 26, 2025. Lynn was born on May 26, 1961, in Crockett, Texas, to Richard and Dorothy (Musselwhite) Dorman. A lifelong resident of Leon County, she touched the lives of...
Edward Craig Graham
February 10, 2025
Edward "Craig" Graham, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and a devoted member of the community, passed away peacefully on February 10, 2025, at the age of 88. He was born on February 29, 1936, in Houston, Texas, to Roy Edward and Eva Mae Graham. Craig spent his formative years in his beloved Buffalo, Texas, where he lived with his...
J W Reeder
February 2, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of JW Reeder, who left this world on February 2, 2025, at the age of 85. Born on March 4, 1939, in Buffalo, Texas, to Fannin Carroll and Marjorie Nell (White) Reeder, JW was one of four boys in his family. His early years were spent in Palestine, Texas, where...
Powell Odell Ward
February 1, 2025
Powell Odell Ward, aka "Butch," was born in Buffalo, Texas on February 27, 1946, and passed away on February 1, 2025, in Buffalo, Texas at the age of 78 years, 11 months and 5 days.
Butch was born and raised in Leon County. He joined the Army and traveled the world. He came back to Leon County to start his life...
Bobby Ray Harris
January 30, 2025
Bobby Ray Harris, a cherished father, grandfather, and friend, passed away January 30, 2025, in Waco, Texas. Bobby was born on February 16, 1946, in Pasadena, Texas to Carl B. and Eula Bell (Garmon) Harris. His family made their home in Buffalo, Texas when he was young, where he grew up to embrace the beauty of rural life.
A man of...
Hazel Marie Day
January 11, 2025
Hazel Marie Day, 73, of Joshua, Texas passed away on January 11, 2025. She was born on October 16, 1951.
Hazel was the heart of her family, where gatherings were rich with laughter, love, and the warmth of her giving spirit. A passionate and creative individual, she enjoyed nothing more than immersing herself in crossword puzzles and sharing her love of...
Emma Ruth Copeland
January 8, 2025
Emma Ruth Copeland, 82, of Buffalo, Texas passed away on January 8, 2025, in Fairfield, Texas. She was born to Omer and Pearl (Foster) Dawson on April 17, 1942, in Teague, Texas.
Emma married her childhood sweetheart, Charles, at the age of fifteen, embarking on a beautiful journey that would last for fifty-two years. Together, they created a loving home filled...
Honey Bee Morris
January 3, 2025
Honey Bee Morris, a beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully in West, Texas, on January 3, 2025, at the age of 84. She was born on August 26, 1940, in Waco, Texas, to SJ and Nolia (Caddell) Curry. Honey Bee lived most of her life in Buffalo, where she built a vibrant community of family and friends...
Joe Edgar Brewer
December 26, 2024
With heavy hearts, we announce the peaceful passing of Joe Brewer (82) on December 26, 2024, after a brief battle with acute onset leukemia. Joe was born on January 9, 1942, in Buffalo, Texas to Edgar Zina and Lola Rona (Smith) Brewer. He lived most of his life in Buffalo, where he built lasting memories and friendships that shaped his...
James Tijerina, Sr.
December 14, 2024
James Garza Tijerina, Sr., 66, of Buffalo, Texas passed away on December 14, 2024, in Bryan, Texas. He was born on May 12, 1958, in Ganado, Texas to Dionicio and Maria (Garza) Tijerina. James moved his family to Buffalo, Texas in 1988, and made it their permanent home. He had worked for R Construction since 1993, and made many friends...
Homer Lee Merriman
December 5, 2024
Homer Lee Merriman left this world peacefully on December 5, 2024, at the age of 79. Born on November 20, 1945, in Palestine, Texas, Homer was the cherished only son of Walter Clifford and Mary Leona (LeGallez) Merriman. He lived a life rich in purpose and dedication, leaving an indelible mark on all who knew him.
Homer was a proud longtime...
Leonard Weldon Ridenour, Sr.
December 3, 2024
Leonard Weldon Ridenour, Sr, passed away on December 3, 2024, in Bryan, Texas. He was born on December 31, 1939, in Buffalo, Texas to Leonard Thomas Ridenour and Americus Victoria (Beggs) Ridenour.
Leonard was very well known and respected in the Buffalo Community, and people thought a lot of him. He was a hard worker that could repair anything. He leaves...
Melvin Lewis Thomas
December 2, 2024
A memorial service for Melvin Lewis Thomas will be held 1 P.M., Saturday, December 14, 2024 in the C L Boulden Family Life Center at First Saint Holland Baptist Church, Buffalo, Texas.
Arrangements are under the direction of Walters' Buffalo Funeral Home, Buffalo, Texas.
Patsy Alice Jones
November 28, 2024
Patsy Alice (Godejohn) Jones went to be with her Lord and Savior on Thursday, November 28, 2024, peacefully at her home in Flo, Texas.
She was born in Cleveland, Texas to Pat and Iva Godejohn on July 4, 1942, leading her to believe the fireworks were for her birthday. She was the second born of four girls. She married Bobby Clinton...
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