Obituaries
Michael "Mike" Lane Guthrie
Jan 8, 2026
Michael "Mike" Lane Guthrie, a beloved figure in the Kilgore community, passed away peacefully on January 8, 2026, at the age of 64. Born on November 17, 1961, in Kilgore, Texas, Mike dedicated his life to both his family and his profession, working diligently for various oilfield companies throughout his career.
Mike was known for his hardworking and dependable nature, traits...
Marcy Ann Brown
Jan 8, 2026
Marcella (Marcy) Ann Byrum Brown, a devoted wife, mother, and cherished member of her community, passed away peacefully on January 8, 2026, in Longview, Texas. Born on July 27, 1945, in Lequire, Oklahoma, she was a guiding light to all who knew her. A proud graduate of Sabine High School in 1963, Marcy dedicated her life not just to work,...
Barbara Ann Wallenmeyer
Jan 5, 2026
Barbara Ann Wallenmeyer, a beloved member of the Kilgore community, passed away peacefully on January 5, 2026, at the age of 79. Born on December 7, 1946, in Kilgore, Texas, Barbara dedicated her life to family, faith, and service, leaving an indelible mark on the hearts of those who knew her.
A graduate of Kilgore High School, Class of 1965, Barbara...
David LaRue Bondurant
Dec 21, 2025
David LaRue Bondurant, a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and respected chemical engineer, passed away on December 21, 2025, in Gladewater, Texas, at the age of 81. He was born in Kansas City, Missouri, on March 8, 1944, to Dale Porter Bondurant and Mary LaRue Edrington Bondurant.
David spent his formative years in Cushing, Oklahoma, where he graduated from Cushing High School...
Dorothy Brewer Brooks
Dec 19, 2025
Dorothy Jeanne Brooks (née Brewer), age 100, passed away peacefully on the evening of December 19, 2025, in Kilgore, Texas, after a brief illness. A mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, Dorothy’s century-long life was marked by resilience, devotion to family, and a deep sense of community. Born on November 6, 1925, on her grandmother’s farm in Sulphur, Oklahoma, Dorothy was...
Betty Jane Mayfield Stephens
Dec 19, 2025
Betty Jane Mayfield Stephens lived a life of love. She left this earthly world on December 19, 2025, in Kilgore, Texas, and moved into her new home in Heaven at the age of 79. She was born on March 10, 1946, in Marshall Texas.She was preceded in death by her mother, Georgie Lee Simmons Mayfield, father Andrew Jackson "Jack" Mayfield...
Ivy Crawford
Dec 18, 2025
Ivy Katherine Tucker Crawford, a beloved member of the Kilgore community, passed away peacefully on December 18, 2025, at the age of 71. Born in Kilgore on September 11, 1954, she dedicated her life to nurturing her family, extended family, and her students as a Biology Teacher at Pine Tree Junior High.
Mrs. Crawford earned a Bachelor of Science in Biology...
Robert Bryan Smith
Dec 16, 2025
Robert Bryan Smith, born on May 8, 1929, in Center, Texas, passed away at his residence in Kilgore on December 16, 2025. Robert led a life marked by dedication to family, community, and his chosen career paths that exemplified his talents and work ethic.
A graduate of Center High School, Robert further pursued his education at the University of North Texas....
Theodore Evans, Jr.
Dec 14, 2025
Theodore Evans, Jr., Gilmer, passed away peacefully on December 14, 2025, in Kilgore, Texas. Born on October 6, 1935, in Grayson County, Texas, Theodore lived a life deeply rooted in love, family, and hard work.
A devoted husband to his beloved wife Charlotte Evans for 43 years, Theodore was a pillar of strength and compassion in their family. Together, they created...
Peggy Darlene Biggs
Dec 11, 2025
Peggy Darlene Biggs, born on December 17, 1942, in Rosston, Arkansas, passed away peacefully at her home in Big Sandy on December 11, 2025 surrounded by family. Peggy dedicated over 20 years of her career to serving as a deputy tax assessor for the Gregg County Tax Assessor-Collector. She also contributed her skills to the title departments at Pegues Ford...
Kenneth Wayne Jordan, Jr.
Dec 6, 2025
Kenneth Wayne Jordan, Jr., affectionately known as Ken, passed away on December 6, 2025, in Kilgore, Texas, at the age of 70. Born on January 29, 1955, in Longview, Texas, Ken was a proud lifelong resident of Kilgore, where he spent his entire life in the same home, nurturing deep ties to his community and cherishing the family that surrounded...
Lawrence Allen Robinson, II
Dec 1, 2025
Lawrence Allen Robinson, II, a dedicated public servant and veteran, passed away on December 1, 2025, in Kilgore, Texas. Born on August 22, 1969, in McAllen, Texas, Lawrence built a life defined by service, courage, and commitment to his country and community.
A graduate of Spring Hill High School, Lawrence began his career with a strong foundation that led him to...
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."...
Mary Anna Mitchell
Nov 30, 2025
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...
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...
Leona Grace Beach
Nov 24, 2025
Leona Grace Beach was born June 8, 1929, in Ft. Worth, TX to the late Leonard L. & Myrtle R. Polk, and died on November 24, 2025.
Mrs. Beach served in churches and communities everywhere she lived, always sharing her love of the Lord Jesus to those around her. She was an active and devoted member of the First Baptist Church...
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...
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