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Recent obituaries in Longview and East Texas
The obituaries in the Longview and East Texas Area reflect the region's diverse population, featuring individuals from a variety of ethnic, religious, and cultural backgrounds. Some were pioneers in their fields, while others dedicated their lives to community service or philanthropy. Their stories serve as a reminder of the richness and complexity Longview and East Texas' history and identity.
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Adan "Pira" Saldierna
May 7, 2020
SPANISH Adan Saldierna nació el 21 de mayo de 1963 en Tuzas, México, fue a estar con el Señor y sus padres el 7 de mayo de 2020. Adan es sobrevivido por su esposa, hijos, nietos y numerosas familias. Su memoria siempre vivirá en nuestros corazones, en su familia y en sus amigos. ENGLISH Adan Saldierna was born May 21.1963...
Mr. David Neal Bender Sr.
Apr 26, 2020
David Neal Bender was born on August 14, 1958, to Johnnie Wesley Bender and Dessie Mae Wilson Bender in Longview, Texas. He was the 8th child born to this union. He was the “baby boy”. David attended Ned E. Williams school and graduated from Longview High School in 1976. His favorite past times were dancing, fishing, listening to good music, ...
Mr. Jackie Lee Christian
Apr 15, 2020
Jackie Lee Christian was born on September 26, 1950, in Longview, Texas, to the union of Ed Lee and Earnestine Christian. Jackie attended Longview public schools and after he graduated he joined the U.S. Army. He served 2 years. He later met and married Melva Bell. Jackie departed this life on Wednesday, April 15, 2020. He was preceded in death...
Annette Bonner
Mar 20, 2020
Annette Bonner was born on August 28, 1957 to the late Edith Mae Sharp, in Longview, Texas. She attended Longview public schools and graduated from Longview High School in the class of 1976. In her youth, she gave her life to God and was baptized at Parkview Baptist Church. At Parkview Baptist Church, she served faithfully as an usher and...
Travis Jimerson
Mar 16, 2020
Travis Jimerson was born to the late parentage of Andrew Jimerson and Mary Ella Templeton on July 21, 1922 in Malakoff, Texas. At an early age Travis and his siblings moved to Longview, to live and was raised by their uncle the late T.D. Templeton and his wife Louise Davis Templeton. He was also, preceded in by his wife Bernice...
Nathaniel Bohannon Jr.
Jan 13, 2020
Nathaniel Shepard Bohannon Jr. was the first child born to Elsie May Bing and Nathaniel Shepard Bohannon Sr. on February 24, 1940. He departed to his heavenly home on January 13, 2020. He is preceded in death by his parents and 2 sisters Jessica Bing and Lillian DeLeon. Nathaniel attended elementary school in Birmingham, Alabama, High School in Mobile, Alabama,...
Juanita Harris
Dec 31, 2019
Juanita Smith Harris was born to the parentage of Charles Smith and Annie D. Johnson Smith, August 9, 1938. Their beautiful only child would grow up to become the beautiful woman in whom her family's legacy begins. Juanita grew up in the East Texas area and attended Longview Public Schools. She was baptized at an early age at Bethel Baptist...
Alfred Harper
Nov 24, 2019
Alfred Harper was born in Carthage, Texas on Sunday September 21, 1952 to the parents of Ms. Beatrice Culpepper and Mr. Frank Harper. He departed this life, on Sunday morning, November 24, 2019, at 7:05am at his sister's residence. Prior to the time of his birth, his mother also had a daughter , Linda Culpepper Holland. Shortly after their births....
Murlene Ingram Newhouse
Nov 13, 2019
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Willie Frank Jones
Oct 17, 2019
Willie Frank Jones was born May 14, 1946 in Pineville, Louisiana to the parentage of Rosa Lee and Luther Jones Jr. He served faithfully at Newman united Methodist A.M.E. Church in Alexandria, Louisiana. He served as Candle Lighter, Jr. Usher and sang in the Children's Choir. Willie moved to Longview in 1960, and attended Maggie B. Hudson Jr. High and...
Mrs. Florence Louise Jackson
Oct 6, 2019
Florence Jackson was born in Longview, TX to the parentage of Vate and Iona Jackson. She was a lifelong member of St. Mark C.M.E. Church. Her family served honorably and faithfully at St. Mark. Florence maintained the faith they installed in her throughout her life. She continued that service at St. Mark until her health failed. She was a steady, ...
Warren Henry Jones
Sep 30, 2019
Warren Henry Jones was born in Philadelphia, PA on September 24, 1957, to Henry and Robbie Jones. He passed away on September 30, 2019, at the age of 62. Warren graduated from Penn State University in 1980 with a Bachelor's Degree in Structural Design and Construction Engineering Technology. He worked for Arizona Public Service (APS) as a Structural Engineer at...
Mr. Lewis Smith
Sep 11, 2019
Mr. Lewis Charles "Jimmy" Smith was born June 21, 1948, to the late Daniel and Bessie Smith in Marshall, Texas. Jimmy attended Marshall School District and later moved to Longview, Texas where he began working at Webb Wheel as a machinist. Nothing was more important to him than his family. Jimmy had a passion for singing and whistling. Jimmy departed...
Mrs. Idell Woolridge
Sep 5, 2019
Idell Polley was born to Amos and A.V.(Ruth) Polley on September 21, 1930, in Center, Texas. I dell completed her education in Shelbyville School District. Idell was baptized at an early age. She was an active member at Parkview Baptist Church where she served in several ministries over the years until her health declined. On October 7, 1965, she married...
Robert "Big Doo" Madden
Jun 27, 2019
Robert Chester Madden was born on February 3, 1952, to Willie George Madden and Willie Mae Madden of Longview, Texas. In his early years, Robert attended Parkview Baptist Church. He grew up in the southern district of Longview, Texas (Southside); and attended schools in Longview Independent School District. Robert was a graduating member of Mary C. Womack High School Class...
Bobby Marino Coleman
Apr 24, 2019
Bobby Marino Coleman was born to Lue Ola Crayton on April 21, 1963. He departed this earthly life on Wednesday, April 24, 2019. He received Christ at an early age under the leadership of his mother Lue Ola Crayton, grandfather Lorenzie Coleman and grandmother Christine Cameron. He was united with Perry Clay C.M.E. Church. Bobby leaves to cherish his memories,...
Stevie Carpenter
Apr 1, 2019
Stevie Carpenter Sr. was the fourth of six children born on February 17, 1955, in Longview, Texas, to the parentage of Johnny and Sylvester Marie Carpenter. He graduated from high school in 1972, where he was active and excelled in several sports. In the summer of 1977, while working at Bonanza Steak House as a Lead Broil Chef, Stevie met...
Ms. Calvie Nell Bradley
Mar 23, 2019
Calvie Bradley,67 returned to her heavenly home, Saturday, March 23, 2019. Calvie was born December 4, 1951, in Henderson, Texas, to Olin and Mary Johnson. Calvie was blessed with a large and loving family. She was one of thirteen children. Calvie was preceded in death by her father, Olin Johnson and two brothers Robert Johnson and Raymond Bradley. Calvie loved...
Algie Mae Brewster
Feb 12, 2019
Algie Brewster was the only daughter born to Douglas and Berlena Brewster. Her brother Douglas Brewster Jr. preceded her in death. She was an active member of Parkview Baptist Church for many years, Algie departed this life early Tuesday morning February 12, 2019. She leaves to cherish her memory one brother, Bennie Brewster of Chicago,IL; one aunt, Novella Gray; and...
Mr. James E. Sanders
Jan 27, 2019
James Edward Sanders was born in Gary, Indiana on February 7, 1945, to the union of Reverend Wheeler R. and Lillie Sanders in Gary, Indiana. God called James home on Sunday, January 27, 2019. James attended school in Chicago Public School System and finished in Longview School District. James was an entrepreneur. He operated his own mobile detailing business among...
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