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John Dale Wilson (71)Service are now pending.
11/03/2025

John Dale Wilson (71)

Service are now pending.

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David Ray Whisenhunt (64)Services are pending at this time.
11/02/2025

David Ray Whisenhunt (64)

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Gerald Lindel Beene (74)Gerald Lindel Beene, 74, of Longview, Texas, passed away on October 26, 2025. He was born on Dec...
10/28/2025

Gerald Lindel Beene (74)

Gerald Lindel Beene, 74, of Longview, Texas, passed away on October 26, 2025. He was born on December 23, 1950, in Gilmer, Texas.

Gerald was raised in the rural areas of Upshur County and graduated from New Diana High School in 1969. He went on to attend Kilgore Junior College before joining the United States Army. Gerald proudly served his country in Germany as a radio operator and communications specialist.

While serving in the Army, he met his wife, Tu Rye, during a tour in South Korea. After his military service, Gerald and Tu Rye made their home in Longview, Texas. Gerald worked for many years repairing and maintaining business telephone systems throughout East Texas and West Louisiana.

He was a devoted husband, father, and grandfather who was always willing to lend a helping hand and was known for rarely saying “no” to those he loved.

Gerald is survived by his daughter, Abigail Russell and son-in-law, Jason Russell; his son, Michael Beene; grandchildren, Jacob and Megan Russell, and Jonathan and Joseph Beene; his brother, Frank Beene, and wife, Kay; sisters, Abigail Dean and husband, John, and Madelyn Beene; and nieces, Audrey and Emily Dean.

Gerald was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Tu Rye, his sister Charlotte Goss, and his parents, Gerald and Walterene Beene.

Gerald will be remembered for his kind heart, his dedication to family, and his lifelong commitment to hard work and service. He will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved him.

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Jammie Gene Palmer (57)
10/23/2025

Jammie Gene Palmer (57)

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Frank Curtis Jr. (67)
10/23/2025

Frank Curtis Jr. (67)

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James A' Colvin 66
10/17/2025

James A' Colvin 66

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Allen Moore
10/15/2025

Allen Moore

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Dorothy Mae Williams (Aka Rose,Aunt Sis,Big Mama,Mrs. Bell and Mrs.Dorothy) Bell '100'DOROTHY MAE WILLIAMS BELL “CENTURI...
10/13/2025

Dorothy Mae Williams (Aka Rose,Aunt Sis,Big Mama,Mrs. Bell and Mrs.Dorothy) Bell '100'

DOROTHY MAE WILLIAMS BELL “CENTURIAN” 100 + years

A celebration of life for Our Mother Dorothy Mae Williams Bell, better known as Big Mama, Rose, Aunt Sis, Mrs., Bell, or just Mrs. Dorothy will be held at 12:15 PM on Saturday, October 25, 2025 at Growing Valley Baptist Church, with Rev Dr. Kelvin L. Lynch and Rev. Charles E. Faulks officiating.

She will rest until the Redeemer returns at Grace Hill Cemetery in Longview.

Dorothy came into the world on January 17, 1925, to the parents of Perry Williams and Alluter Jones in Clarksville, Red River County, Texas. She was the matriarch of the family and the Northcutt Heights Community.

Dorothy met and married James Velton Bell, Sr. in January, 1946.

Working for the Gaye Cole Wheeler Family greater than 41 years, she raised and cared for her daughters, Sally Wheeler Magee and Nancy Wheeler Heller, whom she dearly love as her own.

Dorothy was the last living Organizing member of Growing Valley Baptist Church. She worked faithfully until health prevented her. Working in the church was an integral part of Dorothy’s life serving as Church Clerk, Financial Secretary, BTU Secretary, choir member, usher and Mission President for many years and becoming Mission President Emeritus.

Community was also a part of Dorothy’s Life. She served as Northside PTA President, Mary C. Womack Band Booster Club Secretary, Little League and Baseball Booster Club Secretary and Cub Scout Den Mother.

On Sunday, October 12, 2025, Dorothy received a call from her Heavenly Father to come home and she responded.

Dorothy will forever be in the hearts and minds of her Daughter; Velma Bell Clay; Sons: Vincenzo A. “Vince” Williams, James V. Bell, Jr., Clifford L. Bell, Sr., Bobby G. Bell, Sr. and Kenneth L. Bell, Sr..

Memorial gifts if desire in Mother Honor can be made to Growing Valley Baptist Church. at the following Link below and flowers are welcome as well.

https://giv.li/so5qh2

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Amanda R. Allen (42)Amanda Rene Allen of Hawkins, Texas, left her earthly home on October 7th to enter the arms of her L...
10/12/2025

Amanda R. Allen (42)

Amanda Rene Allen of Hawkins, Texas, left her earthly home on October 7th to enter the arms of her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. She would have been 43 years old on October 10. Amanda was known by her friends and family for her great sense of humor and quick wit. She had a caring love for everyone and was always willing to step up when others were in need.

Amanda was born in Denton, Texas, and passed away in Longview, Texas. She attended school in Whitehouse, Big Sandy, Texas.

In Heaven, Amanda was reunited with her late father, Philip Allen, and her grandparents, William and Senora Turner, and Bill and Nancy Bridges. She was also preceded in death by her Aunt Lana, Uncle Hugh, and Uncle Larry.

Amanda is survived by her mother, Sherri Turner of Hawkins, stepfather Dr. Keith Bridges, stepmother Rochelle Carriere, and grandparents Jason and Sharon Bedgood. She has two children, a son, Hunter, and a daughter, Hayden. Her siblings are Courtney, Brandy, Leah, Lauren, and Jason. Amanda’s aunts and uncles are Debbie, Jan, Elaine, Cheryl, Dain, and Kyle. Amanda has many nieces and nephews.

Graveside funeral services, officiated by Dr. Keith Bridges, are scheduled for 5 PM on Thursday, October 16, at Mt. Pisgah Missionary Baptist Church, 4995 FM 49, Mineola, Texas. All of Amanda’s friends and family are invited and welcome to attend this Celebration of the Life of Amanda Allen.

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Jason M. Ayotte (46)Jason M Ayotte laid his head to rest on Sept 30th, 2025.Jason was born in December. 13th, 1978, toMi...
10/08/2025

Jason M. Ayotte (46)

Jason M Ayotte laid his head to rest on Sept 30th, 2025.

Jason was born in December. 13th, 1978, toMichael Ayotte and Carol McMellon

Jason was survived by his wife, Stephanie Phillips,

Daughter's Jaedynn Ayotte and Kenzie Goode, Son Rhett Ayotte, and Grandson Owen Goode.

Brother Michael Hines and Sister in Law April Hines, Sister Shelly Tucker and Brother in Law Adam Tucker.

He also left behind aStep Father, Aunt's, Uncle's, Niece's, A Nephew , Cousin's and many many friends.

Jason loved us all very much and he took that love with him so he can watch over us all.

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Kathleen Bullock (62)
10/03/2025

Kathleen Bullock (62)

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Donna Agez Huckabee (78)
09/21/2025

Donna Agez Huckabee (78)

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