All Obituaries

Billy Edgar Davis, 58, of Colmesneil passed away on May 29, 2023. Born in Woodville, Texas to O. D. and Billie Jean Davis, he lived in Colmesneil all of his life.  He retired from the logging industry.  He was a loving and devoted father, grandfather, brother and friend. Billy was preceded in death by his parents, Ocea David “OD” Davis and Billie Jean Abbott Davis; brother James Ocea Davis and nephew, David Davis. He is survived by his children, Shelbe Willson and husband...

Norma Jean Ortiz Tousha, 62, of Corrigan passed away May 20, 2023. Born in Beaumont, Texas to George and Veronica Ortiz, Sr, she lived in Corrigan for many years.  Norma enjoyed going to garage sales, collecting cook books and her Dachshunds.  She always put others ahead of her own needs and was taking care of people whether her own family  and friends or a stranger who needed help.   When she worked at the school, she took care of her “kids” who loved...

Charles Henry Odom of Hemphill, Texas (formerly of Livingston, Texas) passed away unexpectedly on May 17, 2023 at the age of 60 years, 8 months and 4 days.  Charles was born on September 13, 1962 in Kountze, Texas to Lois Bradford Odom and Oddis Mae Spurlock Odom. Charles was a dedicated husband, father, uncle, grandfather and friend.  He was a true lover of the outdoors.  He loved to hunt in his younger years and has spent many hours helping to run trot lines with his family...

Jimmie Olion White, 87, of Katy passed away May 14, 2023. Born in Bishop, Texas to Ernest and Nell White, he lived in Polk County for many years.  Jimmie was an accomplished draftsman and his wealth of knowledge of all aspects of how to build a home from the ground up was very impressive. He loved to hunt and fish especially with his granddaughters who he adored as well as working on the farm.   He was a man of few words but full of knowledge. Jimmie is preceded in death by...

M. F. “Herky” Thornton, 82, of Colmesneil passed away May 13, 2023. Born in Lufkin, Texas to Douglas and Alberta Thornton, he lived in Colmesneil for many years.  He was retired from the oil field.  Herky was a proud 50 year plus member of the Buna Mason Lodge #1095.  A jack of all trades who enjoyed fishing, hunting and cooking, he was best known for his story telling and making everyone believe them to be true.   He had a motto “What came to the...

Regina (Granny) Roberts, 85, of Colmesneil peacefully passed away on May 9, 2023 at home surrounded by family.  Regina was born in Goose Creek, Texas to Grace and Obie Hudgins. Regina worked for Prudential Insurance in Houston.  After meeting the love of her life, she quit work to start their family.  When her husband retired, they moved to Colmesneil.  Regina went to work in several restaurants in the area including the Burger House that turned into more of a family...

John McDonald Powers, 83, of Warren passed away May 8, 2023. Born in Village Mills, Tx he lived in Warren all of his life.  He retired from Continental Grains as a mill wright after 39 years of service.  John liked to whittle, hunt, fish and garden.  He was married to the love of his life, Mollie, for 48 years before she preceded him in death. John was preceded in death by his parents, Carl Chester Powers and Leava Foxworth Powers; wife of 48 years, Mollie Ann Leger Powers;...

Timothy Lynn Hicks, 64, of Livingston passed away peacefully on May 3, 2023. He was born in Kountze, Texas to James and Violet Hicks.  Timothy loved his family and everyone who met him knew how proud he was of each one.  An avid outdoorsman, he loved to fish and hunt especially in the Hill Country.  He grew beautiful gardens that produced bountiful vegetables that he shared with his family and friends.  Timothy’s carpentry skills are seen and known throughout...

Leonard “Jim” Preston Brown, 86, of Hillister passed away peacefully surrounded by loved ones on April 28, 2023. Born in Fisherville, Virginia to Charles M. Brown and Elsie Monroe Brown, he lived in Woodville before moving to Hillister.  Jim loved and adored his wife, Jean, his children and grandchildren, his land, working cows and taking a drive with his dogs in the morning.  Jim was a carpenter who loved working with his hands no matter if it was to earn a living or...

John Albert Settlocker, 36, of Colmesneil passed away peacefully surrounded by loved ones. Born in Houston and raised in Colmesneil, John was a hardworking man who not only supported his family but loved them unconditionally.  He loved the outdoors whether it was fishing, hunting or coaching young kids.  His easy going nature was evident by the many young people he coached not only by his teaching them the game but also by teaching them how be respectful, caring and to work hard...