All Obituaries

Pamela Ann Beard Evans, age 69, of Broaddus, Texas, passed away Friday, June 12, 2026, at her residence. "Pam" was born August 13, 1956, in Port Arthur, Texas, to parents Ora Mae (Rash) and James Nelson Beard. She grew up in the Nederland, Texas, area and was a 1974 graduate of Nederland High School. For the past several years, "home" for Pam has been Broaddus, a community deep rooted with her family's legacy for many generations. She was a member of Broaddus Church of ...

Mr. James Darryl Mangrum, age 62, of Broaddus, Texas, passed away Thursday, June 11, 2026, at his residence. James was born January 25, 1964, in Fort Worth, Texas, to parents James Allen and Carlene (Courtney) Mangrum. He had been a resident of Broaddus for several years.  He had a long, distinguished career as a truck driver. James has hauled just about anything that has been hauled. He worked on local hauls as well as long distance trips.  James loved his family. He also had ...

Matthew Freeman Mathews, 21, passed away on June 6, 2026. Born on February 18, 2005, in DeRidder, Louisiana, Matthew was a beloved son, brother, grandson, and friend whose life touched countless people. Though his time on earth was far too short, the memories he created and the love he shared will live on in the hearts of all who knew him. Matthew was born to Kayla Parker and William Robert Freeman. He was lovingly raised by his mother alongside Shane Mathews and Kelly Parker, who both ...

Mr. Jeremy Benjamin Whitton, age 51, of Joaquin, Texas, passed away Friday, June 5, 2026, at his residence.  Mr. Whitton was born April 24, 1975, in Center, Texas, to parents Edith Geraldine (Henry) and John Thomas Whitton and had been a lifelong resident of Shelby County, Texas. He had a friendly, outgoing personality and never met a stranger. Jeremy was a member of Hillcrest Baptist Church in Center, Texas.  Jeremy worked several years as a mechanic and also worked in ...

Lisa Ann Shankland, age 67, of Broaddus, Texas, passed away on June 3, 2026, in Broaddus, Texas. Lisa was born November 24, 1958, in Lima, Ohio, to Lorna and Wesley Shankland. She was raised in Lima and graduated from Lima Shawnee High School. Following graduation, she moved to Columbus, Ohio, where she began a long and fulfilling career at Riverside Methodist Hospital.Lisa dedicated her life to caring for others. She worked on the Vascular Thoracic Services floor and later with the ...

Jennifer Lynn Davis, age 68, of San Augustine, Texas, passed away Friday, May 29, 2026, at Longview Regional Medical Center in Longview, Texas. Jennifer was born December 12, 1957, in San Augustine County, Texas, to parents Gordon "Smitty" and Peggy Butler Smith and was a lifelong area resident. She loved her family, especially doting on her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Jennifer's compassion was also shared as she often provided sitter service and help for the ...

Betty Ann Hanson, age 70, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, May 26, 2026, at Legacies Care Center in Hemphill, Texas. She was born November 10, 1955, in Charleston, South Carolina. She was known for her love of family, friends and baking, especially cakes. Betty cherished holidays, especially Halloween, and enjoyed dining out and watching movies with loved ones. Traveling and playing games like cards and bunko were her favorite activities. She loved receiving “phone hugs” from ...

Linda Susan Murphy Nelson passed away Sunday, May 24, 2026, in Jasper, Texas, after a battle with cancer. She was born April 28, 1953, in Fort Worth. She was a woman of faith that did not wear it on her sleeve. Instead, she showed it in her actions. She was a strong woman in every way. Linda's passion was to sing and play the guitar. She was a performer with an incredible voice. First with "McReynolds and Murphy." Next with her band "Murphy's Law." Then with "Glass ...

Travion Akeem "Tra" Fountain, age 12, of Center, Texas, passed away Tuesday, May 19, 2026, in The Woodlands, Texas. Tra was born September 17, 2013, in Lubbock County, Texas. He had lived in the Center area for the past few years. His survivors include his parents, Tracee Fountain and Catherine Fountain of Center, Texas; a sister, Amelia Fountain of Center, Texas; grandparents, Kim Fountain of Bronson, Texas, Darrenn Fountain of San Augustine, Texas, Gina Evett of San Augustine, ...

Barbara Fisk Miller was born September 27, 1951, in Dumas, Texas, to Jesse Fisk and Erin Pergerson Fisk. After a brief illness, she unexpectedly passed from this world on May 19, 2026, in the arms of her loving sons, J.D. and Ben. Barbara married the love of her life, John David Miller Sr., in 1975. They moved from Amarillo to John's hometown of San Augustine in 1980. She enjoyed fishing, puzzles, playing slot machines, and most all, spending time with her sons. She attended every baseball ...