All Obituaries

Elvan Bourque, 89, of Woodville, passed away Tuesday, April 30, 2024, at Baptist Hospital in Beaumont, Texas.  Elvan was born May 1, 1934, in Leroy, Louisiana to Alcee and Talita Bourque.  He served 2 years as a Private in the military, working with the development of drones and as a Radio Man. He deeply loved his Catholic faith and was involved in the Knights of Columbus for 60 years. An excellent cook, he enjoyed sharing that talent for them on most all occasions. He was also...

Jesse Dennis Pate, 85, of Hemphill, passed away peacefully at his home on the lake on Monday, April 29,2024. Jesse was born February 18, 1939, in Woodville, Texas, to Samuel Austin and Lillie Mae Snider Pate.  Jesse was a kind, humble and generous man who loved the Lord.  He enjoyed fishing, hunting, gardening, and helping his neighbors and the community throughout his life.  He served faithfully as a member of Bethany Baptist Church in Milam, Texas for many years. ...

John Wayne Cockerham, 66, of Woodville, passed away Monday, April 29, 2024 in Lufkin, Texas.  John was born July 27, 1957, to LeeRoy and Clara Cockerham in Muscle Shoals, Alabama.  His favorite pastimes were fishing and hunting.  John was preceded in death by his parents, LeeRoy and Clara Cockerham. He is survived by his son, Zacory Hamilton of Colmesneil and by his brother, LeeRoy Cockerham, Jr., of Woodville.  A graveside service will be held 6 p.m., Monday, May 6,...

Charles Ray Bendy of Colmesneil Texas passed away on April 28, 2024. He was 75 years of age. Charles Ray was born on March 25, 1949 in Colmesneil. He was the first-born son of Ray and Norine Bendy.  He graduated from Colmesneil High School in 1967. While in school he was involved in many sports and FFA. He also worked the summers as a lifeguard at Lake Tejas. After graduating he attended SFA for a while. He worked a few small jobs as an equipment operator, and some other part-time...

Michael Paul McGinnis, 74, of Woodville, Texas, passed away Monday, April 22, 2024, in Woodville, Texas.  Michael was born in Houston, Texas to Edward and Bertha McGinnis on September 12, 1949.  He graduated from Spring Branch High School in 1969.  Michael, aka “Uncle Mike” or “Mac”, was a proud “hippie” and loved to share stories with his niece, Laurie, about his hippie days and young travel experiences. Over 20 years ago Michael moved...

Ramona Lamb, 64, of Willis, Texas, passed away Thursday, April 18, 2024, in Conroe, Texas.    Ramona was born in Houston, Texas, to James and Lavella Mitchell on August 14, 1959.  She was very active in her younger years and enjoyed fishing, hunting, riding horses and many other outdoor activities.  In her later years she enjoyed crocheting, crossword puzzles and watching cooking shows.  She is preceded in death by her parents, James and Lavetta Mitchell; and by...

Mary Hamilton, 94, of Woodville, Texas, passed away Monday, April 15, 2024, at Christus St. Elizabeth Hospital in Beaumont, Texas. Mary was born in Rusk, Texas to Joshua Hall and Clara Bell Delaney on April 11, 1930.  She loved her family and devoted her life to them, as she made a career out of taking care of her home and family.  She enjoyed listening to music. Her favorites were gospel and piano music. She also enjoyed reading her Bible.  Her favorite passage of scripture...

Nancy Hornbuckle Byers, 82, of Woodville passed away on April 7, 2024. Born November 11, 1941, in Winnsboro, Texas, she lived in Plano for many years.  She was retired as a legal title administrator having worked in Woodville for Josiah Wheat for over 20 years before working for Acor Corp where she retired.  Nancy loved to travel worldwide, especially to a place she and David could hike.  She was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend to all who knew and...

Janis Olvik Wilson, 75, of Woodville, passed away Saturday, April 6, 2024, at Methodist Hospital in Fredericksburg, Texas. Janis was born August 20, 1948, in Long Beach, California, to Russell and Irene Olivk.  She bravely served her country in the United States Air Force from April – December of 1968.  She married the love of her life, Willie, on August 10, 1973. She was a charter member of Faith Lutheran Church in Woodville.  Janis was preceded in death by her...

Roy Lynnette Beck, 77, of Town Bluff passed away on March 31, 2024. Born December 14, 1946, in Fort Bragg, North Carolina to Roland and Linnie Fields, she lived in Town Bluff for over 15 years.  She was retired from the oil and gas industry.  A kid at heart, Lynnette had a great personality and a smile to match.  She loved life and enjoyed making others laugh and smile.  But her heart belonged to her children and grandchildren who she adored.  Lynnette will always...