Obituaries
Dr. Mike W. Jenkins
Nov 30, 2025
Dr. Michael W. Jenkins, a man of deep and abiding Christian faith, was a beloved husband, devoted father, adoring grandfather, and compassionate businessman. Born August 16, 1965, in Farmington, New Mexico, and passed away November 30, 2025, in Dallas, surrounded by his family.
Mike is preceded in death by his parents, Karl and Jacqueline Jenkins; his brother, Dr. David Jenkins; and...
Mary Anna Mitchell
Nov 30, 1947
Mary Anna Owens was born in Kilgore on July 21, 1933, and was the youngest of six children in the family of Rev. O.S. and Mrs. Ruth Lee Owens. Growing up as the child of traveling evangelist/church planters, they moved often and she graduated from high school in Raymondville, Texas in 1951. The Owens family life centered around church. The...
Betty Lou Chanler
Dec 1, 2025
Betty Lou Chanler passed away on December 1, 2025, at her residence, surrounded by her loving family. Born on March 10, 1942, in Pine Hill, Texas, to the late Aubrey Leon Crawford and Lorene Brown.
Betty worked for Kilgore Manufacturing for many years prior to working for Skeeter Boats for 25 years. Betty and BIll formed the band "Down Right Country."...
Leona Grace Beach
Nov 24, 2025
Leona Grace Beach, 96, of Kilgore, went to Heaven November 24, 2025.
She is survived by, Dan (Cheryl) Beach of Kilgore, Texas, Clif (Stacey) Beach of Hesperus, Colorado, and Lanae Beach of Grapevine, Texas; as well as six grandchildren and eight great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband of 66 years, Fred E. Beach, her son Ronald L....
Carolyn Ann Landry
Nov 23, 2025
Carolyn Ann was born October 12, 1957, to George and Madaleen Hay in Yoakum, Texas. Due to unfortunate circumstances, she was adopted by Frank and Alta Hollan at the age of three.
She grew up singing and playing the piano in church and the occasional funeral service in her small community. Carolyn sang in the High School Choir and Solo for...
Curtis Michael Lewis
Nov 21, 2025
Curtis Michael Lewis, affectionately known as "Mike," was born on January 9, 1944, in Overton, Texas. He passed away peacefully at his residence on November 21, 2025, surrounded by his loving family after a courageous three-year battle with ALS.
A proud member of the United States Air Force, Mike served during the Vietnam War, spending time in Thailand. His service to...
William "Bill" Thomas King, III
Nov 21, 2025
William Thomas King III, affectionately known as Bill, passed away on November 21, 2025, in Longview, Texas, at the age of 77. Born on July 22, 1948, in Dallas, he lived a life marked by love, dedication, and joy that touched the hearts of many.
A proud graduate of Dallas Baptist University, Bill held a bachelor's degree that reflected his commitment...
Gary Matthew Stewart
Nov 18, 2025
Gary Matthew Stewart was born September 9, 1966, in Kilgore, Texas and passed away on Tuesday, November 18, 2025, at his home in Kilgore. He is known for his lighthearted personality and enjoyed living the rebel lifestyle. Gary (Snakebite) enjoyed having cookouts, fishing, riding horses, riding his motorcycle, and beekeeping, but most of all he loved hanging out with his...
Frank Baggett, Jr.
Nov 17, 2025
Frank Bernard Baggett, Jr. lost his battle with cancer on November 17th at Medical City Dallas. He was 62 years old. The family is deeply saddened by this unimaginable loss. Frank was born July 4, 1963 in Kilgore, Texas where he was active in many youth sports and loved to play outdoors. He attended Kilgore School district where he met...
Jerry Benton Gault
Nov 11, 2025
Jerry Benton Gault, a beloved father, uncle, and friend, passed away on November 11, 2025, in Omaha, Nebraska, at the age of 83. Born on March 11, 1942, in Rusk County, Texas, Jerry grew up in Kilgore, Texas, where he fostered a love for his community and a strong work ethic.
He was a proud graduate of Kilgore High School, class...
Richard C. Henley
Nov 8, 2025
Richard C. Henley, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, was born on March 7, 1946, in Pasadena, Texas. His journey through life came to a close on November 8, 2025, in Longview, Texas, yet the impact of his love and kindness will resonate deeply in the hearts of those who knew him.
Richard dedicated over 40 years of his life...
Kenneth Dale Morris
Nov 4, 2025
Kenneth passed away on Tuesday, November 4, 2025 in Tyler. He was born May 29, 1940 in Palestine, Texas. Mr. Morris worked in the oilfield sales industry and for Dusty Rhodes in Kilgore and later worked for Kilgore Tire Center.
The Ken I lived with for fourteen years was probably not the Ken you remember. Although Ken was a generous man....
Kenneth Neil Sellers
Oct 30, 2025
Neil Sellers, a beloved member of the community, passed away on October 30, 2025, at his home in White Oak, Texas. He was born on September 27, 1970, in Gilmer, Texas, and had a profound impact on those who knew him throughout his life.
Neil's career was characterized by his unwavering commitment to serving others. He began as a police officer...
Mary Alice Boyland
Oct 27, 2025
Mary Alice "Neena" Boyland, born on December 4, 1940, in Elwood, Indiana, passed away peacefully at her home on October 27, 2025, surrounded by the love of her family. Mary lived a fulfilling life marked by her deep connections with family and friends, and her warm personality left a lasting impression on all who knew her.
Mary had a successful career...
Johnny Warren Mills, Sr.
Oct 26, 2025
Johnny Warren Mills, Sr., born on August 6, 1940, in Center, Texas, passed away peacefully on October 26, 2025, in Longview, Texas. He led a remarkable life dedicated to family, music and service, leaving behind a legacy that will be cherished by his family and friends.
Johnny graduated from Gladewater High School and served four years in the United States Army,...
Carolyn Jean Wright
Oct 22, 2025
Carolyn Jean Wright, born on February 19, 1939, in Waxahachie, Texas, passed away peacefully on October 22, 2025, in Kilgore, Texas. She was under hospice care in the memory care unit at Arbor Grace Nursing Home. A special thanks to Kindful Hospice and Josie, her aid and Hanna, her nurse for providing exceptional care. Those two ladies went above and...
Gloria Irma Gomez
Oct 21, 2025
Gloria Irma Gomez, born on October 16, 1951, in Potrero Prieto, Galeana Nuevo Leon, Mexico passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family on October 21, 2025, in Dallas, Texas. She is remembered as a cherished member of Christ The King Catholic Church in Kilgore.
Gloria's family includes her husband, Jose M. Gomez Peña, sons Alfredo Older and Isela, Jorge L....
Margarita Rosario-Acevedo
Oct 19, 2025
Margarita Rosario-Acevedo, a devoted woman of God, cherished wife, loving mother, and adoring grandmother, passed away peacefully on October 19, 2025, in Tyler, Texas, at the age of 75. Born on January 26, 1950, in Barceloneta, Puerto Rico, Margarita's journey led her to become a beacon of love and strength for her family and those who knew her.
For 55 wonderful...
Ricky Darrell Peek
Oct 12, 2025
Ricky Darrell Peek, devoted husband, father, grandfather, brother and friend, passed away peacefully at his home in Kilgore, Tx on October 12, 2025, surrounded by his loving family and friends. He was born on December 6, 1959, in Dallas, Texas.
Ricky began his career with Koch Pipeline, working as a Cathodic Protection Specialist, before becoming self-employed as a winch truck owner...
Laverne Mercer
Oct 11, 2025
Syble Laverne Mercer passed away peacefully on October 11, 2025, at the age of 98. A lifelong resident of Kilgore, Texas, Laverne was born on August 1, 1927, in Seminole, Oklahoma, to John Dale ("Rock") Hill and Ada Elizabeth Gabbard.
Affectionately known as "Granny," Laverne was the proud matriarch of a large and loving family. On December 31, 1943, she married...
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