All Obituaries

April Nicole Elrod of Bogata, Texas passed away Saturday, January 15, 2022, at the age of 39 years.  She was born in Mount Pleasant, Texas on April 30, 1982, the daughter of Patricia Elrod Plaster.   April was a loving mother and companion, who tirelessly devoted her life to her family.   Left to cherish her memory are her two daughters, Aurora and Gwyndolyn Smith; her life companion Cory Marr; mother and dad, Patricia and Lawrence Plaster; maternal grandmother, Pastor...

Billie Dawn Clark of Bagwell passed away Wednesday December 29, 2021, at 45 years of age.  She was born in Paris, Texas on September 5, 1976, to Jerry David and Jackie Belle (Strunc) Clark. Billie was a nurse and a loving mother to three daughters. She is survived by her parents, Jerry Clark of Bagwell, Texas and Jackie Clark of Bogata, Texas; daughters, Mallory Roseberry and her husband Sean, Alexis Clark and Ranie Simmons all of Bogata, Texas; two grandchildren, Weston and Josie...

Earl Eugene Townes was born on March 6, 1925, in Wilburton, Oklahoma to Richard and Jewel (Hicks) Townes.  He entered into eternal rest on December 23,2021, in Mount Pleasant, Texas. Earl was married to Ruby Louise Gee on July 11, 1945, in Clarksville, Texas, they were married for 52 years. To this union two children were born, Bennie Mack and Margaret Ann. Earl work for many years for Phillips Industries in Clarksville and retired to be a full-time rancher. He attended the Assembly of...

Glenda D. Carder, 64 of Bogata, Texas, passed from this life on December 5, 2021. She was born on August 14, 1957, to Charles J. Cruise and Bobbie L. Stephens. Glenda worked in the printing industry for ten years in Dallas. After moving to Bogata, she served for fifteen years as a CNA at the nursing homes in Bogata and in Deport. She was a member of Disabled Veterans of America and The Defenders of Wildlife. Glenda is survived by her husband, David Carder; children, Charles (Jennifer)...

Clarence Leo White of Reno, Texas passed away Saturday, November 27, 2021, in Paris, Texas.  He was born in Paris, Texas, on September 25, 1948, the only child born to Fred Leo and MaryHelen (Morgan) White. Clarence owned and operated OHTEX Rail Recovery, he was a member of NHRA and Fellowship Baptist Church in Blossom.  He honorably served in the United States Army and National Guard. Left to cherish his memory is his daughter, Tamela Lemons of Reno, Texas; grandchildren,...

Jewell Dean (Judy) Marshall, 97 of Lubbock, Texas, passed from this life on November 17, 2021. She was born on January 30, 1924, in Ada, Oklahoma, to William L. Pevehouse and Emma Lu Isbell. In 1941 both Jewell and twin brother, Duell became the first in their family to graduate high school. After graduating Judy worked as a waitress and attended a Business College in Plainview, Texas where she excelled at typing, bookkeeping, and shorthand.. She was selected to be one of the first...

Jackie Dewane Couch was born in Bogata, Texas on October 18, 1941, to C.D. (Jack) and Ruth Harden Couch and his older brother Johnny, who Jackie referred to as “Donnie” all his life. He graduated from Bogata High School in 1960. He retired from the Texas Department of Transportation in 1992, where he was a surveyor and in the field party. Jackie was a long-time member of Bogata First United Methodist Church and Rosalie Masonic Lodge, 32nd Degree Scottish Rite Mason, and Order of...

Bobby Watts of Longview, Texas passed away Monday, November 15, 2021, at 68 years of age. He was born Robert Neal Watts on July 21, 1953, in Corpus Christi, Texas to Henry Arvin and Peggy Jo (Barber) Watts. Bobby loved the Lord and his family. He was a faithful member of St. Anthony Catholic Church in Longview, Texas. He was also a member of AA and proud of his many years of sobriety. Bobby honorably served in the United States Navy. He led a full life and traveled all over the world. Bobby...

Keith Allen McDonald, 71, of Burleson Tx, passed away on November 12, 2021, peacefully in his sleep. Keith was born in San Antonio, Texas on October 4, 1950. He graduated from Richland High School and was a retired owner of a concrete contracting company and door mechanic for Baylor Scott and White. He was a diehard Cowboys fan and enjoyed watching games with family. Keith was married to Carol Young on April 4,1969. They were married for 10 years...

Ima Jean Lindsey went to be with her Lord and Savior on Monday, October 18, 2021. She lived on this earth for 92 years before being welcomed into eternal rest. She was born on May 30, 1929, in the community of Galena, in VanZant County, Texas one of seven children born to William Madison and Ruby Lee (Smith) Moore. Ima Jean was a faithful member of the First Baptist Church of Bogata, Texas, where she loved attending services and Sunday School. Left behind to cherish her memory are her four...