Obituaries

Charlotte  Jean Embro

Charlotte Jean Embro

Jul 9, 2015

Charlotte Jean (Williams) Embro of Commerce, TX, passed away in Rockwall, TX, on July 9, 2015 at the age of 71. Charlotte was born on January 30, 1944, in Rolla, MO, to Kenneth Williams and Leta Patricia (Bramel) Williams. She was a graduate of Rolla High School class of 1962. Charlotte is survived by three brothers: Douglas Williams of Commerce,...

Davis  Edward Rex

Davis Edward Rex

Jul 4, 2015

Davis Edward Rex, 90, of Klondike passed away on Saturday, July 4, 2015. Davis was born in Needmore, Texas, on October 14, 1924, to Tinia Bowers Whitefield and Willie Johnnie Rex. He was a retired aircraft electrician for E-Systems (now L-3 Communications). Davis was married to Mary Frances Billingsley Rex, who preceded him in death. Davis was a member of...

John "Hoppy" William Hopkins

John "Hoppy" William Hopkins

Jun 30, 2015

John William "Hoppy" Hopkins, 73, of Carrollton passed away on Tuesday, June 30, 2015.John was born in Dallas on January 19, 1942, to Edna Alford Hopkins and Thomas Hopkins.He is survived by his son Michael Hopkins.A memorial service for Mr. John Hopkins will be held at a later date.

Cleo  Ruth Edlin

Cleo Ruth Edlin

Jun 29, 2015

Cleo Ruth Edlin of Ladonia died June 29, born September 14, 1920 at Lost Prairie Texas to Vic and Jewell Dunn. A celebration of her life will be held in the Chapel of Jones-Walker Funeral Home at 1209 Live Oak in Commerce, Texas, 75428 at 10:00 a.m. with burial to follow at Shiloh Cemetery.Preceded in death by her husband J.T...

Joe  Corneluis Reynolds  Sr.

Joe Corneluis Reynolds Sr.

Jun 28, 2015

Joe Reynolds of Commerce passed away on Sunday, June 28, 2015.Joe was born on August 04, 1954, to Willie Nell Harrison and Clayton Reynolds. He was married to Starlin Hines Reynolds. Joe was a School Bus Driver for Commerce I.S.D.He is survived by his wife, Starlin; his children: Joe Corneluis Reynolds Jr. and Isaac Curtis Reynolds, Tameka Nickale Reynolds, Shemqua...

Ruthie  Mae Griffin

Ruthie Mae Griffin

Jun 27, 2015

Ruthie Mae Griffin, 70, of Honey Grove passed away on Saturday, June 27, 2015, in Bonham.Ruthie was born in Honey Grove on March 13, 1945. She was the daughter of the late Ruby LeShaw. She was married to Charles Griffin.Survivors include her husband, Charles; her two sons: Roy Gene Patt and his wife Delores and Darren Patt and Debrea both...

Tammie  Jean Busby

Tammie Jean Busby

Jun 26, 2015

Tammie Jean Busby, 51, of Commerce passed away on Friday, June 26, 2015.Tammie was born in Ayer, Mass., on September 25, 1963, to Bette Remington Daily and James Elwell. She enjoyed raising cockatiels.Tammie is survived by her best friend, Dudley Shaw; her daughter, Emmalea Busby; her son, Ethan Dale Busby; and, her two brothers: Ron Elwell and Tim Elwell.She was...

Addie  G. Swiderski

Addie G. Swiderski

Jun 22, 2015

Addie G. Swiderski, 93, of Commerce passed away on Monday, June 22, 2015, in Greenville.Addie was born in Cooper, TX., on September 21, 1921, to Elizabeth Ellis Thomas and Charles Ode Thomas.Arrangements are pending.

William  Harold Smith

William Harold Smith

Jun 21, 2015

William Harold Smith, 69, of Paris, Texas passed away on Sunday, June 21, 2015. William was born in Hearne, Texas, on July 17, 1945, to Doris Miller Smith and Fletcher Smith. He was a retired floor tech for Campbell Soup Ltd.William was a veteran of the United States Air Force.Survivors include his daughter, Alicia Baker of Arlington, his son-in-law, Jeremy...

Gil Alfonso Borromeo Soto

Gil Alfonso Borromeo Soto

Jun 15, 2015

Gil Alfonso Borromeo Soto, 36, of Commerce passed away on Monday, June 15, 2015, in Greenville.He was born in Acapulco de Juarez Guerrero, Mexico, on January 23, 1979, to Eleazar Soto Juarez and Gildardo Borromeo Hernandez.He was a cook at LuLu's Burger in Commerce.Visitation will be held on Thursday, June 18, 2015, from 6:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. at Jones-Walker...

James  Harry Armor  Jr.

James Harry Armor Jr.

Jun 13, 2015

James Harry Armor Jr., 69, of Paris passed away on Saturday, June 13, 2015.James was born on August 25, 1945, to James Harry Armor Sr. and Mary Jo Boatwright.Arrangements are pending.

Ethel  Norene Defino

Ethel Norene Defino

Jun 11, 2015

Ethel Norene DeFino, Born on July 29, 1930, was welcomed into Heaven on June 11, 2015. She will forever be remembered by her devoted daughter Patricia Tittle, beloved grandchildren; Steve Tittle, Suzie and Shaun Robinson, adoring great grandchildren; Keaton and Dillon, bonus granddaughter Salena, along with countless friends, nieces and nephews whom were blessed to know her. Ethel was also...

Ervin  "Buck" Luckey

Ervin "Buck" Luckey

Jun 10, 2015

Erwin Luckey "Buck", 73, of Commerce passed away at his home, on Wednesday, June 10, 2015."Buck" was born in Cass County, Texas on March 7, 1942, to Iona Byrd Luckey and Henry Luckey. He attended school in the Springhill Community, in Cass County, Texas. He was a sanitation engineer with Duncan Sanitation."Buck" Luckey was named honorary mayor of Commerce, he...

Donald  N. Askins

Donald N. Askins

Jun 9, 2015

Donald N. Askins, 72, of Commerce passed away on Tuesday, June 9, 2015, in Greenville.Donald was born in Sycamore, Illinois on February 22, 1943, to Irene Tedford Askins and Gilbert Askins. He was a retired truck driver. Donald was married to Julene Finn Askins. He loved all sports but imparticular Nascar racing, but enjoyed nothing more than family activities.Survivors include...

Ernest  "Rickie" Smith

Ernest "Rickie" Smith

Jun 5, 2015

Ernest "Rickie" Smith of Commerce passed away in his home on Friday, June 5, 2015.Ernest Rickie Smith, son of the late Mrs. Viola Rochester Edwards Smith and Ernest B. Smith, he was born November 15, 1952 in Brooklyn, New York. After living in Brookyln, the family moved to Bayshore, Long Island, where he graduated from Brentwood High School in 1970....

Alvin  "Al" Knutson

Alvin "Al" Knutson

May 25, 2015

Al Knutson passed away in the comfort of his own home in Commerce, TX., after an 11 month long battle with cancer. He was 74 years of age. Al was born in Fairview Township, Minnesota to the parents of Alvin and Oceanna Knutson which preceded him in death alongside his sister, Delores Wells.He is survived by his four children; Jeffrey...

Dudley Bryant Miller PhD

Dudley Bryant Miller PhD

May 20, 2015

Dudley Bryant Miller of Commerce, lost his courageous battle with Parkinson's disease on Wednesday, May 20, 2015 at Oak Manor Nursing Home in Commerce.Dudley was born April 25, 1932, in Minden, LA. He was the son of Columbus Bryant "Dud" and Virginia Miller. He graduated from Mt. Vernon High School, then entered the U.S. Army where he became a sergeant....

Jimmie  Ray Ware  Sr.

Jimmie Ray Ware Sr.

May 20, 2015

Jimmie Ray Ware Sr. 78, of Commerce passed away at his home on Wednesday, May 20, 2015.Jimmie was born in Mission, Texas, on June 10, 1936, to Ida Belle Angermiller Ware and Beal Ray Ware. Jimmie served in the United States Army. He was a member of the American Legion in Bonham and was a retired rancher. Jimmie was married...

Billy  Dwayne Kent

Billy Dwayne Kent

May 17, 2015

Billy Dwayne Kent, 78, of Commerce, passed away on Sunday, May 17, 2015.Billy was born in Blue Ridge, TX on September 24, 1936, to Dovie Jane Decker Kent and Maxie Taylor Kent. He was a truck driver and was married to Thelma Fay Romine Kent.Survivors include his wife Thelma, his sons: Lannie Kent of Commerce, Eddie Kent (Dana) of Blue...

Lee  Ola Chaffin

Lee Ola Chaffin

May 13, 2015

Lee Ola Chaffin 70, of Honey Grove passed away on Wednesday, May 13, 2015, at home surrounded by her loving family.Lee Ola was born in Fannin County on October 17, 1944, to Zelema and Julius L. Allen. She was married to James Lee Chaffin and they shared more than 40 years together.She was a faithful member of Christian Chapel C.M.E...

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