Obituaries

Freddie David Hughes

Freddie David Hughes

Aug 22, 2024

Freddie David Hughes, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend, passed away on August 22, 2024, in Kilgore, Texas. Born on September 12, 1930, in Maybanks, Texas, he lived a full life to his family, community, and service to his country.

Freddie's career was marked by hard work and dedication. He spent 25 years at Kilgore Ceramics and also worked at...

Stroud Morton

Stroud Morton

Aug 21, 2024

Stroud Morton, a dedicated family man and retired member of the United States Air Force passed away on August 21, 2024, in Tyler, Texas, at the age of 79. Born on February 17, 1945, in London, England, he embodied a spirit of hard work and devotion throughout his life.

Stroud's career was marked by his service in military, where he distinguished...

Ronny M. Griffith

Ronny M. Griffith

Aug 20, 2024

Retired Texas Ranger Ronny M. Griffith of White Oak, TX, went to be with the Lord on August 20, 2024. He was born on March 25, 1951, to the late Mr. William Drummond Griffith and Mrs. Fannie Lou Griffith of New Boston, TX. Ronny was a 1969 graduate of New Boston High School and later graduated from the Texas Department...

James "Doc" Stanley

James "Doc" Stanley

Aug 16, 2024

Dr. James “Jimmy” Howard Stanley passed away on Friday, August 16 in Las Vegas after a lengthy illness. Jimmy, also known as “Doc” to his many friends, was born in Dallas, Texas on December 4, 1946 to Blanche (Wylie) and John Wilson Stanley. Jimmy attended W.H. Adamson High School in Oak Cliff where he was a member of the football...

Sandra Bowen

Sandra Bowen

Aug 16, 2024

Sandra Bowen, a loving and devoted mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, departed this life peacefully on August 16, 2024, in Kilgore, Texas with her loving family at her side. Born on May 10, 1948, in McCamey, Texas, Sandra was a remarkable woman whose warm spirit and giving nature touched the lives of everyone she met.

As a proud graduate of McCamey High...

Rex Arthur McCubbin

Rex Arthur McCubbin

Aug 16, 2024

Rex Arthur McCubbin, 79, of Kilgore, passed away on August 16th after a life lived fully. Above all, Rex’s life was defined by his deep love for his family.

 Rex was born on January 5, 1945, in Pittsburg, Texas. He was raised in Sabine by his parents, Jack and Ileen McCubbin. He attended Kemper Military Academy and St. Mary’s University before...

George Melvin Spruill, Jr.

George Melvin Spruill, Jr.

Aug 15, 2024

George Melvin Spruill, Jr., 78, beloved Husband, Father, Brother, and friend, was called to his eternal resting place the morning of August 15, 2024. Better known to all as "Butch", he was down to earth with a heart as big as Texas. 

 Butch entered this world on March 23, 1946, in Kilgore, TX, born to George and Mildred Spruill. Butch married...

Larry Henderson

Larry Henderson

Aug 14, 2024

William “Larry” Henderson passed away at Good Shepherd Hospital in Longview, Texas on August 14, 2024, at the age of 83. He is survived by his sister Sarah Kay Walker of Shamrock, Texas, his brother Jerry Henderson of Valentine, Nebraska, his daughter Karrie (Steve) Bloemendaal of Rapid City, South Dakota, his daughter Tonia (Tejay) Fischer of Rapid City, South Dakota...

Shirley Willoughby

Shirley Willoughby

Aug 12, 2024

Shirley Ann Willoughby, 93, of Kilgore, TX went to be with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ on Monday, August 12, 2024. She was born in Matagorda, TX to Raymond Hester and Myrtle Winnie Chambliss Hester on February 26, 1931.

Shirley was a life-long member of McCary's Chapel United Methodist Church. She was a Sunday School teacher and faithfully served the...

Willie M. Buck

Willie M. Buck

Aug 12, 2024

Funeral services for Mrs. Willie M. Buck, 85, of Kilgore will be held on Saturday, August 17, 2024, at 2:00 P.M. in the Rader Funeral Home Chapel with Reverend Riley Pippen and Chaplain Brad Clark officiating. Burial will follow at the Danville Cemetery. The family will receive friends at the funeral home Friday from 6:00 p.m. until 7:30 p.m. Mrs....

Joan Peek Hughes

Joan Peek Hughes

Aug 7, 2024

When laughter and smiles are most needed, there is a fragment missing in our world these days. On August 7, 2024, after 94 years of life, love, and numerous adventures in Las Vegas and beyond, Joan Peek Hughes - our beautiful mother, sister, aunt, grandmother, (Granny, Darlin), great-grandmother, and friend to all, left her bright light to shine in our...

Wilbur F. Yates

Wilbur F. Yates

Aug 6, 2024

Wilbur F. Yates, 83, of Kilgore passed away peacefully on August 6, 2024. Memorial services will be held at 4:00pm on Saturday, August 10, 2024 at St. Luke’s Methodist Church in Kilgore, with Reverend Dr. Allison Andrews and Reverend Darwood Galaway officiating. Visitation will be the evening before, Friday August 9, from 6:00-8:00pm at Rader Funeral Home in Kilgore. 

Wilbur was...

Dalton Thomas McCarson

Dalton Thomas McCarson

Aug 3, 2024

Dalton Thomas McCarson, 31, of Abilene, Texas completed his earthly adventure and returned to his Lord and Savior on August 3, 2024. This fun-loving man was born December 29, 1992, in Longview, Texas to Penney Heath and Gary Thomas McCarson.  

Dalton moved from Longview to Mount Pleasant, Texas at five years old. He then lived in Las Cruces, New Mexico...

Jewel Beasley

Jewel Beasley

Aug 2, 2024

Jewel H. Beasley, Jr, 90, of Longview, TX went to be with his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ on Friday, August 2, 2024. He was born in Rusk, TX to Jewel H. Beasley, Sr. and Eula Kinney Beasley on December 28, 1933.

Jewel was a long-time member of First Baptist Church Liberty City where he served as a member of the...

Sandra Nell Goodwin

Sandra Nell Goodwin

Jul 30, 2024

Sandra Nell Goodwin, 73, of Kilgore was called home to be with her Lord and Savior on July 30, 2024, in Longview, Texas surrounded by her beloved family. A visitation will be held at Rader Funeral Home in Kilgore on Friday August 2, 2024, from 5:00 pm until 7:00 pm and a Graveside service will be held Saturday, August 3...

Zackery Allen Bentle

Zackery Allen Bentle

Jul 30, 2024

Zackery Allen Bentle, 39, of Tyler, completed his earthly journey on Tuesday, July 30, 2024. A family hosted memorial service will be held on August 8, 2024, at Liberty City Baptist Church at ten-thirty in the morning. Cremation arrangements are under the direction of Rader Funeral Home in Kilgore. 

Zackery was born on June 27, 1985, in Longview, Texas to Kelly...

Anita Kay Wright Truitt

Anita Kay Wright Truitt

Jul 25, 2024

Anita Kay Wright Truitt 

Funeral services for Mrs. Anita Kay Wright Truitt, 71, of Kilgore will be held at 10:00 A.M. on Tuesday, July 30, 2024, at Chandler Street Church of Christ in Kilgore with Mr. Chris Vidacovich and Mr. Lane Brown officiating. Burial will follow at the Danville Cemetery. The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Monday, July...

Johnnie David Wilson, Jr.

Johnnie David Wilson, Jr.

Jul 24, 2024

Johnnie David Wilson Jr., a beloved husband, father, and friend, passed away peacefully on July 24th, 2024. He was born June 20, 1954 in Winters, Texas, to the late Johnnie and Juanita Wilson.

David dedicated 38 years of his career to Halliburton Energy Services, where he was known for his commitment and expertise. Following his tenure at Halliburton, he consulted for...

Feliciano Martinez Rodriguez

Feliciano Martinez Rodriguez

Jul 22, 2024

Feliciano Martinez Rodriguez, 79, passed away at his home in Kilgore, Texas on July 22, 2024. Mass of Christian burial will be held at Christ the King Catholic Church in Kilgore on Friday, July 26 at ten o’clock in the morning. A rosary and visitation will be held the evening prior, Thursday, July 25 at Rader Funeral Home in Kilgore...

Tim J. Jones

Tim J. Jones

Jul 22, 2024

A Memorial Service for Tim J. Jones, 75, of Kilgore will be held on Saturday, July 27, 2024, at ten o’clock in the morning at Rader Funeral Home in Kilgore with Brother Ken Davis officiating. Mr. Jones completed his earthly journey on July 22, 2024, in Longview, Texas, surrounded by his loving family.

 Tim was born on October 23, 1948, in...