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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...

Charlyne Ruth Harrison

Charlyne Ruth Harrison

Sep 25, 2023

Charlyne Ruth Harrison peacefully passed away on September 25, 2023, at the age of 85. Born on March 19, 1938, in Houston, Texas, Charlyne lived a remarkable life filled with love, compassion, and commitment.

Charlyne was an integral part of the Buffalo community since 1974, where she dedicated her time and efforts to make a positive impact on the lives of...

Vergil Baxter Raines

Vergil Baxter Raines

Sep 25, 2023

Vergil Baxter Raines, beloved husband, father and grandfather, passed away on September 25, 2023 in Houston, Texas following a brief stay in the hospital after experiencing several health setbacks for the past several years. Born on February 6, 1938, in Oakwood, Texas, Vergil was the son of the late Vergil Emmett and Ruby (Moore) Raines.

Vergil dedicated his entire career as...

Joyce Ann Blair

Joyce Ann Blair

Sep 16, 2023

Joyce Blair, age 74, of Jewett, Texas passed away peacefully at her home September 16, 2023, surrounded by her beloved family. A celebration of her life will be held 3 P.M., Saturday, September 23, 2023 at Walters' Buffalo Funeral Home, Buffalo, Texas. Rev. Ray Payne, pastor of Ephesus Baptist Church, will officiate the service. Following the service, Joyce will be...

Jodie Lee Ivey

Jodie Lee Ivey

Sep 8, 2023

Jodie Lee Ivey, seventy-two years of age, winged his way to Heaven to be with our Lord and Savior Friday, September 8, 2023.

Jodie was born in Harlingen, Cameron County, Texas on May 3, 1951. His mother and father were Ella B. (Peterson) Ivey and Ernest Earl Ivey.

He attended public schools in Cameron County and Buffalo, Texas and graduated high school...

Dyron Kirk Smith

Dyron Kirk Smith

Sep 2, 2023

Dyron Kirk Smith, a loving father, devoted spouse, and hardworking truck driver, passed away on September 2, 2023, at the age of 55. He was born on October 20, 1967, in Plainview, Texas, to Don Smith and Virginia Kay (Beats) Jackson.

Dyron grew up in a small town and found joy in the simple pleasures of life. As a child, Dyron...

Nancy Joanna Ramirez

Nancy Joanna Ramirez

Aug 26, 2023

Nancy Joanna Ramirez, a beloved daughter, sister, and aunt, peacefully passed away on August 26, 2023, at the age of 32 in Conroe, Texas. She was born on February 4, 1991, in Madisonville, Texas, to Doris Triplett and her late father. Nancy's step-father, John Triplett, was a source of love and support throughout her life.

Nancy was a woman of diverse...

James "Mitchell" Davis

James "Mitchell" Davis

Aug 11, 2023

Mitchell Davis, age 64, of Buffalo, Texas passed away suddenly August 11, 2023 at his home in Buffalo. A celebration of his life will be held 2 P.M., Wednesday, August 16, 2023 at Calvary Christian Center, Oakwood, Texas. Pastor of the church, Jack Smith will officiate the service assisted by Mitchell's brother, Pastor Chuck Davis of Celebration Church, Buffalo, Texas....

Joyce "Julene" Wells

Joyce "Julene" Wells

Aug 9, 2023

Joyce "Julene" (Ray) Wells, 69, of Buffalo, Texas passed away on August 9, 2023 in Buffalo, Texas. She was born to Frederick C. Ray, Sr. and Ellen Oleta (Via) Ray Zahnter on December 9, 1953 in Little Rock, Arkansas.

Julene was preceded in death by both of her parents; husband, Don Wells; son, Garland N. Capps and granddaughter, Kaci Dian Clark....

Erma Dean Gaskin

Erma Dean Gaskin

Jul 30, 2023

A funeral service for Erma Gaskin will be held at 12:00 noon, Thursday, August 3, 2023 at Bethel Baptist Church in Buffalo, Texas. Bro. Ray Grissett will officiate the service. Burial will follow in Marquez Cemetery, Marquez, Texas. A public visitation will take place from 10 A.M. until the time of service.

Erma Dean Gaskin, 86, of Buffalo, Texas passed away...

Wanda Lee King

Wanda Lee King

Jul 5, 2023

Wanda Lee King, age 60, of Buffalo, Texas departed her earthly home to be with her Heavenly Father July 5, 2023.  A homegoing celebration of her life will be held 1 P.M., Saturday, July 15, 2023 at Apostolic Life United Pentecostal Church, Buffalo, Texas.  Pastor of the church, Matt Travis, will officiate the service.

Wanda was born June 2, 1963 in...

Ronald Dean Straney

Ronald Dean Straney

Jun 1, 2023

Ronald Dean Straney, 60, of Buffalo, Texas passed away on June 1, 2023 in Fairfield, Texas. He was born on March 12, 1963 to Herman Glenn and Jacqueline Estelle (Record) Straney in Houston, Texas. Ronald was very gifted with his hands by gardening, farming, mechanicing and welding, and he was a master metal man. Ronald installed copper at Texas A&M...

Charles Daniel "Dan" Ansley

Charles Daniel "Dan" Ansley

May 24, 2023

Charles Daniel "Dan" Ansley was born August 23, 1967 in Weatherford, Texas to Jerry Robert, Sr. & Mary Lee (Hearne) Ansley. He lived in Buffalo his entire life and was a graduate of Buffalo High School. Dan was the owner and operator of 3D Construction, instituted in 1997, where he completed quality construction jobs for the many residents of Leon...

Billie Ray "Bill" Whitehorn

Billie Ray "Bill" Whitehorn

May 24, 2023

Billie Ray "Bill" Whitehorn, 89, of Buffalo, Texas passed away on May 24, 2023 in Buffalo, Texas. He was born on June 16, 1933 to Elmer Lee Whitehorn and Ruby Margaret (Hannigan) Whitehorn at their home in Coble Switch, Texas.

Bill was preceded in death by both of his parents and oldest sister, Bessy Williams. He is survived by his wife...

Robert Glynn Rogers

Robert Glynn Rogers

May 6, 2023

Robert Glynn Rogers was born September 4, 1935 in Saint Joseph's Infirmary in Houston, Texas. His parents were Gilbert E. & Opal (McWhirter) Rogers. He was a graduate of Jefferson Davis High School, Houston, Texas in 1953 and served his country in the U.S. Navy on the U.S. Helena during the Korean Conflict from 1954 - 1957. Robert married his...

Susan Lynn Whited

Susan Lynn Whited

Apr 29, 2023

A graveside service for Susan Whited, age 53, of Jewett, Texas will be held 2 P.M., Friday, May 5, 2023 at Lummus Cemetery in the Flo Community of Leon County, Texas. Pastors Lorena Caballero and Antono Caballero will co-officiate the service. Visiting hours will be Thursday, May 4, 2023 from 6 P.M. to 8 P.M. at Walters' Buffalo Funeral Home,...

Mary Francis "Polly" Mangrum

Mary Francis "Polly" Mangrum

Apr 25, 2023

Mary Francis "Polly" (White) Mangrum passed away peacefully in her sleep April 25, 2023. She was proceeded in death by her parents, Richard and Annie (Neely) White; husband, Willie Mangrum; daughter, Roxann Maxey; son, Steven Mangrum; and sister, Kathrine West.

Polly was born, November 21, 1933 in Buffalo, Texas, making her the fourth generation born in Leon County after her third...

Ruby Maxine Mills

Ruby Maxine Mills

Apr 12, 2023

Ruby Maxine (Beckendorff) Mills, 83, of Buffalo, Texas passed away on April 12, 2023 in Buffalo, Texas. She was born on December 24, 1939 in Harris County, Texas to Roy Leland and Jessie (Mansell) Beckendorff. Ruby raised three sons, three grandsons and three great-grandchildren. She played softball in her younger years, then switched to bowling and joined a league. She...

Linda Sue Conway

Linda Sue Conway

Apr 9, 2023

Linda Sue (Steinbach) Conway, 74, of Lake Limestone/Jewett, Texas passed away on April 9, 2023 in Teague, Texas. Linda was born on August 31, 1948 to Jim and Ruth (Taylor) Steinbach in Stella, Missouri.

Linda was preceded in death by both of her parents. She is survived by her husband, Doug Conway of Lake Limestone/Jewett, Texas; daughter, Missy Wills (Ricky) of...

Charles Michael "Mike" Lee

Charles Michael "Mike" Lee

Apr 6, 2023

Funeral services honoring the life of Mike Lee, age 68, of the Flo Community in Leon County, Texas will be held 2 P.M., Saturday, April 15, 2023 at Bethel Baptist Church, Buffalo, Texas. Pastor of the church, Bro. Ray Grissett, will officiate the service. Interment will follow in Siloam Cemetery. A time of visitation will take place Friday, April 14th...

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