Obituaries
Harold Lloyd Burkett
Dec 24, 2024
Harold Lloyd Burkett passed away on December 27, 2024 in Grapevine Texas after a brief illness. Born in Kilgore, Texas on November 20, 1948, Harold was a 1967 graduate of Kilgore High School.
Harold was a spinner of tales and Jack of many trades for most of his life. In his early years he was a Championship Hunting Dog enthusiast making...
Kenneth Paul Nichols
Dec 24, 2024
Kenneth Paul Nichols, a dedicated oil field worker and a loving family man, passed away peacefully on December 24, 2024, in Gladewater, Texas. Born on August 22, 1952, in Jacksonville, Texas, Kenneth embodied the values of hard work and deep familial love throughout his 72 years on this earth.
For those who knew him, Kenneth was much more than his profession;...
Katie Fuller
Dec 24, 2024
Katie Fuller, a beloved resident of Brady, Texas, and former resident of Kilgore, Texas passed away peacefully on December 24, 2024, at the age of 81, in Austin, Texas. Born on May 14, 1943, in Queen City, Texas, she was a cherished member of her family and community, known for her caring spirit and dedication to both her loved ones...
Stanley Miles Tucker
Dec 23, 2024
Stanley Miles Tucker, age 65, of Gilmer, Texas, passed away on December 23, 2024, in Longview. Born on November 18, 1959, in Kilgore to the late Preston Ray Tucker and Helen Lorene Wix Tucker.
Stanley dedicated many years of his life to working in the East Texas Oilfield before retiring due to health concerns. Stanley was a graduate of Kilgore High...
Albert Lee Garner
Dec 18, 2024
Albert Lee Garner, a cherished husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, and uncle passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his family on December 18, 2024, at the age of 93. Born on March 21, 1931, in Jacksboro, Texas, Albert lived a life full of love, laughter, and accomplishment.
A devoted family man, Albert took immense pride in his loved ones. He...
Mike Birdwell
Dec 13, 2024
Mike Birdwell, born on November 9, 1949, in Dallas, Texas, passed away on December 13, 2024, in Lewisville, Texas, following a brief illness. He was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend who left an indelible mark on the lives of those who had the privilege to know him.
A graduate of Sherman High School in Sherman, Texas, in 1968,...
Janet Ruth Palmer
Dec 12, 2024
Janet Ruth Palmer, 81, of White Oak, Texas, went to be with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on Thursday, December 12, 2024. Janet Ruth was born April 4, 1943, to Edwin and Ruth Little of Sablinsville, Pennsylvania.
At a young age, Janet Ruth trusted Jesus Christ as her Savior, and committed to live her life for Him. After high school,...
Alfred Ezekiel Springer, IV
Dec 9, 2024
Alfred Ezekiel Springer, IV, aged 82, of Kilgore, Texas, passed away peacefully on December9, 2024 in Longview surrounded by family.
Born on December 7, 1942, in Midway, Texas, to the late Alfred Ezekiel Springer III and Loraine Knight Springer, he dedicated his life to education and the betterment of his community, leaving behind a legacy as a beloved professor and engineer.
Alfred’s...
Barbara Jean Roberts
Dec 6, 2024
Barbara Jean Roberts, a beloved Mother, Nana, Great-Nana and woman of faith, passed away surrounded by her loving family on December 6, 2024. She was born on July 25, 1952, in Longview, Texas. At the age of 5, her family moved to the territory of Alaska, where she spent her early years before returning to Texas as a young adult....
Gary Lynn Procell
Dec 1, 2024
Gary Lynn Procell left this world on December 1, 2024, surrounded by those who loved him dearly, daughters Stacy and Marni, sister Cheryl, cousin Cindee and brother-in-law Glenn.
Gary was born and raised in Kilgore and remained a kind-hearted and proud country boy who went on to serve in the Air Force. After serving, Gary went on to find success in...
Kay Smires
Nov 28, 2024
Kay Smires, 83, born on October 4, 1941, in Jacksonville, Texas, passed away peacefully on November 28, 2024, in Longview, Texas. Kay was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and friend whose impact on her community and family will be profoundly missed.
A graduate of Overton High School, Kay met her husband Jim Smires with whom she shared 63 memorable years of...
Harold Payne
Nov 27, 2024
Harold Martin Payne Jr., a beloved father, brother, grandfather, great-grandfather, and local
business owner, passed away peacefully on November 27, 2024, at the age of 74.
Born on December 21, 1949, Harold spent his life dedicated to family, hard work, and service to
his community. For over 30 years, he was a respected electrician and the proud owner of a local
business, where he...
Melba Louise Waldo Cook
Nov 27, 2024
Melba Louise Cook, age 95, passed away peacefully at home on November 27, 2024, surrounded by her loving family. Born on January 28, 1929, in Wheeler, Texas, she was the daughter of the late Arnold Frank Waldo and Olive Irene Waldo.
Melba, affectionately known as “Mammaw,” was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother, great grandmother, mother-in-law, and aunt. Above all,...
Kevin Williams
Nov 26, 2024
Memorial services for Kevin Mitchell Williams, 36, of Liberty City, Texas will be held on Saturday, December 7, 2024, with visitation from 5-6 pm and services set from 6-7 pm in the Chapel of Rader Funeral Home in Kilgore Texas with Kevin Moyers officiating. Kevin has chosen to be cremated. There will not be a burial service this date.
Kevin was survived...
Aaron Lee Smith
Nov 25, 2024
Aaron Lee Smith, 76, of Kilgore passed away Monday, November 25, 2024, in Kilgore surrounded by family. Aaron was born August 8, 1948, in Kilgore to the late Charles Ray Smith and Lillie Marie Dixon Smith.
Aaron worked in the East Texas Oilfield for many years before retiring. He was dedicated and hardworking, always willing to help. He enjoyed traveling, truck...
Rick Schatz
Nov 24, 2024
Funeral services for Rick Schatz, 71, of Canyon Lake, Texas will be held on Monday, December 2, 2024 at 2:00 p.m. in the Chapel of Rader Funeral Home in Kilgore with Reverend Kerry Henry officiating. Burial will follow at the Danville Cemetery. The family will receive friends at the funeral home Monday before services from 1:00 -2:00 p.m. Pallbearers will...
Richard Paul Shafer
Nov 24, 2024
Richard Paul Shafer, age 81, passed away peacefully on Sunday, November, 24, 2024, at Legend Oaks Healthcare and Rehabilitation in Ennis, Texas, with family by his bedside. He was born on July 29, 1943, in Springhill, Louisiana, to John "Red" and Edith Shafer.
Raised in Danville, Texas, with his brothers and the Danville Boys. He graduated from Kilgore High School in...
Martha Jane Ingle
Nov 24, 2024
Martha Jane Ingle, 75, passed away peacefully on 24 November 2024 surrounded by her loving family. A devoted mother, grandmother, and friend, she brought light and warmth to everyone she met. Her gentle spirit, infectious laughter, and unwavering kindness touched countless lives. Jane found joy in cooking the best chicken fried steak you could ever put in your mouth, gardening...
James Byron "Jim" McCarty
Nov 23, 2024
Jim McCarty, 76 years of age, passed away on Saturday, November 23, 2024 at Christus Good Shepherd Hospital in Longview. He was born December 2, 1947 in Stephenville, Texas to the late Ruby and Byron McCarty and was an only child.
Jim was a veteran of the Vietnam War where he served in the Navy for 4 years. After an honorable...
James Lenzie Sheldon
Nov 22, 2024
James Lenzie Sheldon, beloved father, grandfather, great grandfather, uncle and friend, passed away as heroically as he lived on November 22, 2024, blessed by his Lord with 95 years on earth. James was a longtime member of Friendship Baptist Church, and his family rejoices in knowing that he is alive forever with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ.
Born on December...
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