Jena (Candy) Kirkley Stennett Engle, 71, of Jefferson, Texas, passed away on March 15, 2024, in Jefferson, Texas, after complications of long-term health issues. Preceded in death by husband of 35 years, Steve Engle, 63, who died on February 5, 2024, after a year-long battle with cancer. She was bornContinue Reading
December 7, 1942-February 15, 2024 Gerald (Jerry) F. Cavalier came into this world on December 7, 1942. He left this life peacefully on February 15, 2024, surrounded by family. Jerry was born to Clarence Joseph Cavalier and Beatrice McKenzie Cavalier and spent his childhood growing up in Pontiac, Michigan, alongContinue Reading
May 31, 1947-February 26, 2024 Mary Ann Miles passed away on February 26, 2024, in Nacogdoches, Texas, at the age of 76. She was born May 31, 1947 in Jefferson, Texas to parents Hubert Bender Thornton and Patsy Gene O’Brien Thornton. Mary Ann graduated from Jefferson High School and attendedContinue Reading
November 26, 1961-February 12, 2024 Lori Burleson Hall, 62, of Kilgore, Texas, passed away at home surrounded by family and friends on February 12, 2024. Lori was born on November 26, 1961, to Sheldon Burleson and Diane Gordon Svacina. Lori was preceeded in death by her father, Sheldon Burleson, formerlyContinue Reading
April 25, 1936-February 10, 2024 Memorial Services for Mrs. Onetta “Nita” Vaughan, age 87 of Jefferson will be held on Saturday February 24, 2024, at 4pm in the Cpt. Wm. Perry Chapel of Haggard Funeral Home with Bro. John Givens officiating. Onetta “Nita” Vaughan was born April 25, 1936, inContinue Reading
March 16, 1966 ~ February 8, 2024 It is with heavy hearts that we share the news of Kathy Harper’s passing. She fought a brave battle with cancer, and on February 8th, she peacefully left this world, surrounded by her loved ones. Kathy lived her life to the fullest, cherishing every momentContinue Reading
V. Hugh Lewis/ Jefferson Jimplecute Former Jefferson City Secretary Anita Smith Perot passed away last Friday, January 26, in Longview. Perot served as City Secretary for over 30 years and served multiple City Mayors and Aldermen. “My first year as Mayor, I knew nothing about my duties or responsibilities asContinue Reading
June 2, 1933-January 26, 2024 Herbert Barham Kennon was born June 2, 1933, in Jefferson, Texas to Walter and Cornelia (McCoy) Kennon, who preceded him in death. He passed away Friday, January 26, 2024, joining his Savior Jesus Christ and his beloved wife of 64 years, Jane. He was alsoContinue Reading
May 29, 1956-January 15, 2024 Funeral Services for Alexandra Carrow Holton, 67, of Jefferson, Texas will be held on Thursday, February 8, 2024 at 2pm in the Cpt. Wm. Perry Chapel of Haggard Funeral Home with Father John Himes officiating and under the direction of Haggard Funeral Home. A timeContinue Reading
November 2, 1947-January 18, 2024 Funeral Services for Evelyn Tims Key, 76, of Jefferson will be held on Sunday, Jan. 28, 2024, at 2pm in the Cpt Wm. Perry Chapel of Haggard Funeral Home with the Rev. Dr. Ron Danley officiating and under the direction of Haggard Funeral Home. IntermentContinue Reading
May 10 1940-January 18, 2024 Edith “Edi” Mae Buzbee Ingram born May 10, 1940 in Pampa, TX to C.A. & Florence Buzbee. She passed peacefully January 18, 2024 surrounded by her husband of almost 66 years, Johnny, sister Cheryl and niece Tathona. She moved to Odessa, TX when she wasContinue Reading
William “Bill” Michael Williams, Jan. 5, 1943- Jan. 18, 2024. Memorial Services for William “Bill” Michael Williams, 81 of Jefferson, will be 1 p.m. Saturday Jan. 27, in the Cpt. Wm. Perry Chapel of Haggard Funeral Home with Pastor Rick McDonald officiating. Military Honors will be rendered by the United StatesContinue Reading
Margaret C. Hunt, who loved being called “Meme” by her grand- and great-grand children, departed this life on January 13, 2024. She is preceeded by her parents, Maynard R. and Thema A. Knapp and beloved elder brother Donald. She is survived by her loving husband and best friend, Gary; SonsContinue Reading
February 3, 1935-December 27, 2023 Bobby Joe Comer was born on February 3, 1935, to D.C. Comer and Lillie Wilkins Comer. He passed on to his heavenly reward on December 27, 2023. He was preceded in death by his parents, his daughter Teresa Simmons, his sisters Imogene ‘Sissy’ Dickson, JeanetteContinue Reading
December 10, 1951-December 31, 2023 Graveside services for Brenda Lee Morgan, 72, of Jefferson, Texas will be held at 2 pm Saturday Jan. 6, 2024, at Berea cemetery with Pastor Brody Woodard officiating and under the direction of Haggard Funeral Home. A time of visitation will be held from 6-8Continue Reading
September 28, 1931-December 27, 2023 Funeral services for Louise Capel Grubbs, 92, of Jefferson, Texas was held at 2pm on Saturday, Dec. 30, 2023, in First Baptist Church of Jefferson with Rev. Ron Danley officiating. Interment will follow at New Prospect Cemetery in Jefferson under the direction of Haggard FuneralContinue Reading
John Ray Hastert January 16, 1964-January 1, 2024 Cremation Services for John Ray Hastert, 59, of Harleton, Texas are under the direction of Haggard Funeral Home. John was born on January 16, 1964, to Vernon Hastert and Elizabeth Holmes Hastert in Emporia, KS and passed away in Dallas, Texas. HeContinue Reading
February 21, 1956-December 12, 2023 Funeral Services for Bebe Kay Dorgan, 67, of Jefferson, Texas were at 10:30 a.m. Dec. 16, 2023, in The Cpt. Wm. Perry Chapel of Haggard Funeral Home with Rev. Msgr. Zach Kunnakkattuthara officiating under the direction of Haggard Funeral Home. Interment will immediately follow at OakwoodContinue Reading
May 14, 1938-December 19, 2023 Graveside Services for Doyle Wayne Watson, 85, of Jefferson, Texas were held on Thursday, Dec. 21, 2023, at 2pm with Bro. Billy Darrell “Cy” Davis officiating and under the direction of Haggard Funeral Home at West Otis Cemetery in Sevier County, Arkansas. A time ofContinue Reading
July 30, 1944-November 1, 2023 Memorial Services for Homer Fred Hogle, Sr., 79 of Jefferson, Texas will be held at 1pm on Thursday November 9, 2023, in the Faith Tabernacle Church of Jefferson, TX with Pastor Green and Rev. Wade Hogle officiating and under the direction of Haggard Funeral Home.Continue Reading