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Posted By: GenealogyBuff.com Date: Tuesday, 17 September 2024, at 12:51 a.m.
Ann Westbrook
A private graveside service for Ann Westbrook, age 87, of Sulphur Springs, was held at Restlawn Memorial Park on Monday, July 10, 2020.
Mrs. Westbrook passed away on Friday, July 10, 2020 at Carriage House Manor, after a brief illness.
Elizabeth Ann was born on January 10, 1933 in Gladewater, TX, to William M. and Madeleine White.
She married Charles L. Westbrook, Sr. in Sulphur Springs, on June 19, 1953.
Ann was self-employed, founder and co-owner of Westbrook Ready Mix, Inc. with her husband, Charles.
After her husband’s death in 1974, she became President of the corporation and a member of the Texas Ready Mix Association.
She was one of the first Women Owned Business’s in the ready mix concrete division and was certified as a WBE and later, a DBE, in the State of Texas and Federal Department of Transportation in the late 1980’s.
She is survived by her daughter, Katherine Payne and husband, Rickey; two sons, Charles L. Westbrook, Jr. and wife, Gail and Steven Westbrook, all of Sulphur Springs; seven grandchildren, seven great-grandchildren, and one great-great-grandson; and one brother, Walter White and wife, Emma, of Bedford, TX.
Ann was preceded in death by her parents, husband, and sister, Marie Davis of Mesquite.
Ann was a member of the First United Methodist Church.
She enjoyed cooking and entertaining family, working in her flower garden, and loving on her pets.
She also enjoyed cruising and traveling with groups.
She visited many different countries while traveling.
Ann’s family would like to extend a special thanks to her loving and dedicated caregivers, Tena Wright, Donna Comacho, and the nursing staff at Carriage House Manor.
Arrangements under the direction of Murray-Orwosky Funeral Home and long-time friend of the family, Charles Moore, of Sulphur Springs, will officiate the graveside service.
Memorials may be made to First United Methodist Church of Sulphur Springs, or any charity of your choice.
Billy Joe Browning
Bill was born in the east Texas town of Quitman, and died as the result of a vehicle accident near his east Texas farm in Elmo, on 6/6/2020.
In his lively 84 years, he traveled the world, but never forgot his Texas roots.
Before high school, Bill’s family lived all over Texas, but it was in Childress, that Bill found acclaim as a good student but an even better athlete.
His quickness and natural athletic abilities made him a standout running back for the football team, an excellent shooter for the basketball team and his shear speed won many races for the track team.
After graduating, he went to work for F. W. Woolworth in Altus, OK.
This was the start of a 45-year career in retail management.
In 1956, Bill was transferred to Pampa, TX, where he met and after 3 months of dating married the love of his life, Sally Graves, on Christmas Eve.
Shortly after getting married, Bill entered the Navy where he traveled to Japan, Korea, and Hawaii.
After serving his time in the Navy, Bill went back to work for Woolworth in El Paso, TX.
There, he and Sally over five years, adopted 3 babies, David, Darin, and Shawna.
Woolworth subsequently transferred Bill and family to Albuquerque, NM, Tucson, AZ, and then back to Albuquerque.
It was during his last stay in Albuquerque, that Bill made his lifelong commitment…to the Lord Jesus Christ.
His final move was to manage the Woolworth store in Big Town Mall in Mesquite.
But it was not his last job.
After 30 years, Bill left Woolworth to manage a new startup clothing store, Ross in Garland.
After 14 years with Ross, Bill decided to put his energy in serving the Lord and his family.
He retired and entered the cattlemen business with the purchase of 30 acres of land and 3 little baby calves.
He raised a variety of cattle breeds and grew his herd to over 200 head.
However, due to health issues (mostly just being 80!), he sold off all but 20 cows and just concentrated on the hay business.
He always said he was happiest on his farm driving his tractor.
That is how he died, loving the Lord, his wife and family, and the freedom in the open air of East Texas.
He is preceded in death by his parents, Curtis and Eva Browning, sister Cherry Richardson, brother Kenneth Browning, niece Dianne Butler and nephew Jim Zolnai.
He is survived by his wife of 63 years, Sally Browning; children David Browning and his fiancé Jan Brobst, Darin Browning, and Shawna Browning. Sisters in-law: Janice Browning and Lucille Ramsey. Nephews Michael Hoybook, wife Mary Ellen; Chris Zolnai, and nieces; Jan Kieschnick and husband Larry, Debbie Tabor and husband Brice, Julie Schur and husband Charlie, Donna Wagner and husband Carl, and Sherry Simmering.
A graveside service will be held at the Gafford Chapel cemetery next to the Gafford Chapel United Methodist Church, 6839 Texas Highway 11 W, Sulphur Springs, TX 75482.
On 6/11/2020 at 11:00am for the service.
There will be a viewing available from 10:30am-11:00am at the graveside.
A celebration of his life is being scheduled at his church Friendship Baptist Church for a later date.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in the name of Bill Browning to Friendship Baptist Church Mesquite, 820 Pioneer Rd, Mesquite, TX 75149, or a charity of choice.
Diane Gladys Courson
Diane Gladys Courson went Home to be with the Lord on Thursday May 28th, 2020.
It was sudden and unexpected, but the Lord said it was time.
Mom was a loving mother and ‘gamma’ to her two daughters, five grandchildren and 5 great-grandchildren.
She made friends easily and made many through her years of employment in Sulphur Springs, with Sand Point and Ocean Spray.
Those were people and times she remembered fondly.
Diane was born in Seattle, Washington, on November 30th, 1941, to Carl and Polly Norman.
She married J.L. ‘Jack’ Courson in San Diego California, while he was stationed there as a Marine, on August 20th, 1963.
After his time had been served in the military, they moved back to Como, TX, where Jack was from, and raised their two daughters there.
Those left behind to cherish her memories are her brothers, Jim Norman and wife Tammy, David Norman, her sisters, Jill Norman, Colleen Koch, daughters, Donna Berry and husband Ronnie, Jamie Carpenter, granddaughters, Randall Smith and husband Jared, Kasi St. John and husband Justin and their children Benton and Clayton, grandsons, Beau Carpenter, Eric Urda and his children Presley and Lexton, Miranda Hume and her husband Kobi and their son Joseph.
Diane is also survived by many nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Jack, her parents and her two brothers, John and Bob Norman.
There will be a small private memorial to be held in Blue Ridge, TX, at the end of this month.
Elaine Garmon
Pearl Elaine Marable Garmon, age 90, passed away on Tuesday, October 27, 2020, at Sulphur Springs Health and Rehab.
She was born in Miller Grove, Texas, on February 10, 1930, to Champ H. and Edith Fisher Marable.
Elaine attended Miller Grove School and graduated in 1946 at the age of 16.
She was a member of the 1946 MG Girls Basketball team that qualified for the state tournament.
The team only lost 6 games that year and won 4 tournaments.
Upon graduation, she enrolled in East Texas State Teachers College in Commerce, Texas.
On February 28, 1948, Elaine married Frank R. Garmon, Jr., at the parsonage of the First Methodist Church in Sulphur Springs.
They raised five children and were married for almost 55 years before Frank’s passing in 2003.
In the summer of 1963, after having her fifth child, she resumed her college classes.
She received her Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education in 1965, and her Master of Education degree in 1968.
Over the course of 31 years, Elaine taught at Saltillo, Sulphur Springs, and Miller Grove school districts, most of her time being spent as a first grade teacher.
She taught English and reading for other grades, specialized in English as a Second Language, and sponsored the Gifted and Talented Program. She also served for several years as Principal for Miller Grove and Saltillo schools.
Elaine received multiple awards throughout her career, including Teacher of the Year and Outstanding Elementary Teacher.
She loved all of her students, and they were very fond of her as well.
After retiring from education, Elaine spent much of her time with family and taking care of her farm animals. She owned cows, goats, chickens, and just about everything in between, but her favorite animals were her beloved miniature horses.
There was nothing that made Elaine happier than her family and her animals.
She was quoted saying, “Kids and animals are natural; there is no pretense. I have my kids at school during the week. On the weekend, I have my farm, my family, and my animals. I wouldn’t change a thing.”
Elaine was very involved in her community throughout her life.
She served in the Lake Country CASA organization, the Miller Grove Cemetery Association, and she was an active member of the Sulphur Springs First Presbyterian Church.
She lived a life of service and always put others above herself.
Elaine is survived by her son, Rick Garmon of Miller Grove, son Kenny Garmon and wife Nelda of Saltillo, daughter Kathy Steele and husband Chris of Miller Grove, daughter Lisa Ali and husband Khalid of Rapid City, SD, and daughter-in-law, Brenda Garmon of Saltillo. Also surviving is sister-in-law, Helen Marable of Jacksonville.
Grandchildren surviving are Rusty and Jay Garmon of Saltillo, Angie Pipkin and husband Patrick of Saltillo, Ryan Garmon and wife Cassie of Saltillo, Colin Garmon of Saltillo, Nolan Garmon and wife Kylie of Sulphur Springs, Robert Goldsmith of Sulphur Springs, William and J.J. Steele of Miller Grove, Andrew Steele of Phoenix, AZ, Kelsey Covington and husband Patrick of Miller Grove, and Zachary Ali of Rapid City, SD.
Great-grandchildren surviving are Maysen and Kenzi Pipkin of Saltillo, and Nate and Eli Garmon of Saltillo.
Elaine is also survived by numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.
She is preceded in death by her parents, husband, brother Bill Marable, and son Kerry Garmon.
Visitation will be on Friday, October 30, 2020, from 6-8 p.m. at West Oaks Funeral Home.
A graveside service will be held at the Miller Grove Cemetery on Saturday, October 31, 2020 at 2 p.m. with Charles Moore officiating.
Her grandsons will serve as pallbearers.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Sulphur Springs First Presbyterian Church or to the Miller Grove Cemetery Association, C/O Carol Dunn, 14280 FM 1567 W, Cumby, TX 75433.
Arrangements are under the direction of West Oaks Funeral Home.
Terry Waller
Graveside service for Terry Waller, age 65, of Sulphur Bluff, will be held at 10:00 a.m. on, Tuesday, June 9, 2020 at Sulphur Bluff Cemetery with Brandon Shurtleff officiating.
Serving as pallbearers Jimmy Helfferich, Tommy Helfferich, Andy Chester, David Waller, Fred Fielden and Richard Fielden.
Jamie Fite, Pearl Brookins, and the VFW Post 8560 serving as honorary pallbearers.
Visitation will be held on Monday, June 8, 2020 at Murray-Orwosky Funeral Home Chapel from 6:00pm to 8:00pm.
Mr. Waller passed away Saturday, June 6, 2020 at Sulphur Springs Health and Rehab.
Terry was born March 9, 1955 in Sulphur Springs, to James Edward and Treva Nell Waller.
He worked and retired as a welder and forklift operator at FlowServe.
Terry was a Past Master of the Sulphur Bluff Masonic Lodge 246, Past Commander of the Sulphur Springs, and Winnsboro VFW Posts and he proudly served in the U.S. Air Force.
Terry is survived by his daughter, Bronzie Waller; 3 grandchildren; parents, James and Treva Waller; sister, Tammy Helfferich, brother, Scotty Waller; nieces, Melissa James and Maggie Leonard; nephews, Jimmy and Tommy Helfferich.
He is preceded in death by his grandparents.
Arrangements under the direction of Murray-Orwosky Funeral Home.
Mark Hicks
Mark Alan Hicks passed away on June 1, 2020, in Sulphur Springs, Texas.
He was born on December 19, 1966, to Don and Sherron Matthews Hicks in McAlester, Oklahoma.
He was of the Christian faith and truly loved the Lord.
Mark was a skilled mechanic and took great joy in being “Mr. Fix It”.
He was a kind man with a BIG heart, had many God given talents and was always willing to help anyone.
Mark always shared a big smile, had a quick and quirky wit, and a jovial laugh.
He graduated from Sulphur Springs High School, attended DeVry University, and continued his education at the school of experience, trial & error, and hard knocks.
He deeply loved and enjoyed his family, the thrill of racing cars, rebuilding “Z Cars”, fishing, music, and helping others.
Mark is survived by his father, Don (Marilou) Hicks of Quitman, TX, brother, Philip (Diane) Hicks of Anna, TX, sister, Pam Harder of Dike, TX, step-brothers, Lee (Mariola) Smith of Quitman, TX, Craig (Debra) Smith of Allen, TX, step-sisters, Katherine Armand of Providence Village, TX, Beth Schmidt of Garland, TX, and Daneece Thompkins of Beach City, TX, his long-time girlfriend, Kimberly Woodle of Yantis, TX, as well as a host of nieces, nephews, uncles, aunts, cousins, extended family and friends.
He was preceded in death by his mother, Sherron Leah Hicks, brother, David Matthew Hicks, Grandparents, George & Dera Hicks, E.B. Matthews, and brother-in-law, Larry Joseph Harder.
Our family, who love Mark very much hope that those who knew and shared Mark’s battles may overcome their own.
"For, what does the Lord expect of us, but to live justly, to love mercy, and to walk humbly with our Lord." (Micah 6:8)
Arrangements are under the direction of Murray-Orwosky Funeral Home.
Bill King
Bill King, 76, of Sulphur Springs, passed away on Thursday, June 4, 2020 at Palestine Regional Hospital.
There will be a graveside service at North Hopkins Cemetery at 9:00 am on Tuesday, June 9, 2020.
Arrangements under the directions of Tapp Funeral Home.
Rex Hargrave
Rex Hargrave, 80, went to his eternal rest on June 3, 2020 at Meadow Lake Senior Living in Tyler, Texas.
He was born in Sulphur Springs, Texas, on February 10, 1940 to Johnnie B. and Fay Watkins Hargrave.
He married Elisabeth Janhsen in 1972.
Their lives have been blessed by two caring daughters and four precious grandchildren.
Rex worked with the V.F. Corporation for 38 years.
Before his retirement in 1999, he served as plant manager for the H.D. Lee Company in Sulphur Springs, and Lebanon, Missouri.
After his retirement, he enjoyed golfing with friends.
Rex was a lifelong member of the Methodist church.
He is survived by his wife of 47 years, Beth.
Also surviving are his daughters: Melissa Day and her husband, Chris; Kelley Garles and her husband, Andy.
His grandchildren, Rex Day, Gracie Day, Madeline Garles, and Jaxon Garles were especially dear to him.
He was preceded in death by his parents.
A private family burial service will be held.
Memorials may be made to the Tira Cemetery Association.
Funeral arrangements are under the direction of Murray-Orwosky Funeral Home of Sulphur Springs, Texas.
Arrangements are under the direction of Murray-Orwosky Funeral Home.
Dusty Goldsmith
Arnold “Dusty” Weston Goldsmith died Wednesday, June 3, 2020 in Sulphur Springs, TX, after a brief illness.
He was 90 years of age.
Dusty was born on August 5, 1929 in Sulphur Springs, TX, to John and Neely Turner Goldsmith.
He spent most of his life in the dairy and beef cattle business.
Dusty worked and saved until he was able to purchase a home and farm in the early 1950s.
He continued working with his cattle until his late 80’s.
He lived in the Weaver community and was married to Wilma Goldsmith for more than 60 years.
Dusty, or Pawpaw as he was lovingly called by his grandchildren and great-grandchildren, was a man of few words.
He was a devoted family man.
He enjoyed spending time with his sons and grandsons hunting and fishing.
He loved to watch his children and grandchildren play basketball and rarely missed one of their games.
Dusty was a strong and hard-working man, a loving father, grandfather and great-grandfather.
The life of Dusty Goldsmith will be celebrated with a graveside service for his family at 10:30 am on June 6, 2020 at Weaver Cemetery with Murray-Orwosky Funeral Home officiating.
Dusty was preceded in death by his parents; his son, Michael Goldsmith; grandchildren, Stacie Goldsmith and Joshua Barnwell; five brothers and four sisters.
He is survived by his children, Dusty Goldsmith and wife Misha, Dale Goldsmith, Sherry Goldsmith Hoppock and husband, Douglas and Laurie Goldsmith; grandchildren, Chancie Goldsmith, Lena Saunders, Duston Russell, Ricky Goldsmith and wife Valerie, Jamie Goldsmith and wife, Jamie, Rusty Goldsmith and wife Hope, Jeremy Barnwell and wife Alison, Dustin Goldsmith, Brandon Goldsmith, Tiffany Darrow and husband, Hunter, Courtney Kissling and husband Tad, Justin Burkett and wife Amanda, Mindy Franklin and husband Brandon and Joe Sims; great-grandchildren; Devon and Connor Russell, Hayley Lopez, Joshua, Caleb and Josiah Mowdy, Audra, Charlotte and Caroline Goldsmith, Savannah Goldsmith, Everett Barnwell, Lena and Wyatt Weston Goldsmith, Rylie Grace and Reed Michael Goldsmith, Dawson Darrow, Jayden, Brooklyn and Keyton Sims, Devon Franklin, Aubree, Zoee and Joseph Sims.
In lieu of flowers, the family request that donations be made to the Weaver Cemetery.
Cynthia Jean Evans
Cynthia Jean Evans was born September 24, 1962, in Ft. Worth, TX, to Dennis Ray Jordan and Shirley Jean Jordan.
She attended Sulphur Springs ISD in her youth.
She was a homemaker who loved taking care of her family, home and making crafts.
Cindy passed away unexpectedly May 30, 2020 at 10:00 a.m. at Christus Mother Frances Hospital.
She leaves behind her husband, Stan Evans, son, Kolby Clayton, grandchildren, Chanel Morris-Clayton and Madison Clayton, father and step-mother, Dennis and Paula Jordan, her siblings, Ray Jordan (Robin), Darin Jordan (Jamie), Renee Maeker (David), and John Berry (Danielle), her nieces and nephew, Amber Johnson, Fallon McCool, James Jordan, Jessica Reichle, Danielle Elmore, and Jani Rodriguez. Cindy was loved by so many and will be greatly missed by all.
A come-and-go visitation will be held on Friday, June 5, 2020 from 12:00 noon to 5:00 p.m. at West Oaks Funeral Home.
Graveside services will be held at 10:00 a.m., Saturday, June 13, 2020 at Connor Cemetery.
Arrangements are under the direction of West Oaks Funeral Home.
Thomas Mark Ramey
Thomas Mark Ramey, 63, of Sulphur Springs, Texas, passed away June 1, 2020.
He was born September 28, 1956 to Peggy Jo Myre Ramey and the late William Carl Ramey.
Mark was born in Houston, and raised in Sulphur Springs.
He graduated from Sulphur Springs High School, attended East Texas State University in Commerce, and received his degree in dentistry from the University of Texas Dental School in Houston.
Thomas opened his dental practice in Dallas, and served his patients for 15 years.
In school, Mark was an exceptional athlete, and his love for sports carried on through his sons.
Mark never missed a game that Jordan or Jared played in.
He is loved and will be missed by his mother, Peggy of Sulphur Springs; sons, Jordan Ramey of Leander, Texas, and Jared Ramey and wife, Chelsea of Sulphur Springs; grandchildren, Kyler and Kam Ramey of Sulphur Springs
Visitation will be held Saturday, June 6th from 10:00am-12:00pm at First Baptist Church Sulphur Springs in the chapel.
There will be a private family memorial service in lieu of a public funeral.
