Jerry F. Taylor
Feb 18, 2026
Jerry Francis Taylor, age 77, passed away surrounded by loved ones on Wednesday, February 18, 2026 at The Hospice of East Texas Homeplace in Tyler, Texas. He was born on March 23,1948 in Jacksonville, Texas, to his parents Francis and Dollie Taylor. He married the love of his life, Darlene Taylor on April 11, 1968 in Henderson, Texas. Jerry was...
Kenny Barham II
Feb 17, 2026
With broken hearts and deep love, we announce the passing of our beautiful brother, son, uncle, friend-and yes, the undisputed favorite child - Kenneth Earl Barham II who left us on February 17, 2026 at the age of 55.Kenny was born May 2, 1970 in Fort Oglethorpe, Georgia, to Kenneth and Judy Dianne Barham. He was raised in Lafayette, Georgia,...
Rickey Rankin
Feb 12, 2026
Rickey Rankin, age 73, of Tyler, Texas, passed away Thursday, February 12, 2026 at Colonial Nursing Home in Lindale, Texas. He was born February 10, 1953 in Olton, Texas, to Max and Bennie Jean Rankin. Rickey was raised in Bridgeport, Texas and had been employed as a Truck Driver at Womack Trucking.
He enjoyed fishing, coaching little league and wrestling,...
Betty Snyder
Feb 11, 2026
Memorial Service for Betty Snyder, 94, of Tyler, Texas will be held 10:30 AM, Wednesday, February 18, 2026 at Southern Oaks Baptist Church, 601 E. Amherst Dr., Tyler, Texas 75701 with Pastor Tony Garrett officiating.
Betty passed away on Wednesday, February 11, 2026 at her home in Tyler. She was born August 5, 1931 to Frank and Lottie Mae Casper.
She was...
Jonas Smith
Feb 7, 2026
Jonas Smith, a proud veteran, father, and husband, passed away on February 7, 2026, in Tyler, Texas, at the age of 55. Born on March 25, 1970, in Corpus Christi, Texas, Jonas was raised in Tyler, where he developed a strong foundation that would serve him throughout his life.
Jonas graduated from John Tyler High School and chose to serve his...
Kay Ann Becker-Pykonen
Jan 20, 2026
Kay Ann Becker-Pykonen (Piper), 70, of Bullard, Texas, passed peacefully at home on January 20, 2026. She was born on October 4, 1955, in Hastings, Michigan, to Raymond and Lucille Piper.
Above all else, Kay loved her family fiercely and without condition, especially her children, Kimberly (Anthony), Jeremy, and Marcie (Sean, Dale), along with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. They were her...
Hazel L. Nelson
Jan 19, 2026
Hazel L. Nelson, age 91, of Tyler, Texas, passed away peacefully on Monday, January 19, 2026, at her home.
Born on April 9, 1934, in Cullison, Kansas, Hazel was the daughter of Orvil L. and Beulah M. Baker. She cherished her childhood on the family farm and was an active member of the 4-H Club in Pratt, Kansas.
Hazel and her husband...
Nancy Marie Porter
Jan 16, 2026
Nancy Marie Porter passed away from natural causes Friday, January 16, 2026 in Tyler, Texas at the age of 59.
Nancy was born October 7, 1966 in Ocean Side, California to Robert Michael and Beverly Elizabeth (Gold) Rosser.
Nancy loved her plants, her friends, and she absolutely adored her dog, Lady. Above all else, she loved her children beyond measure....
Jerry Anthony Lewis
Jan 16, 2026
Jerry Anthony Lewis, 84, of Tyler, Texas, passed away peacefully on January 16, 2026, surrounded by his family. A Celebration of Life will be held 10:00 AM, Friday, January 23, 2026, at Bascom Methodist Church, with Pastor Dan Seal officiating. Services are under the direction of Brosang Family Funeral & Cremation Services.
Jerry was born on July 18, 1941, in Tulsa,...
Erik Andrew Eriksen
Jan 13, 2026
Erik Andrew Eriksen passed away surrounded by family, Tuesday January 13, 2026 in Bullard, Texas, at the age of 93. Erik was born June 20, 1932 in Port Arthur (now Thunder Bay), Ontario, Canada to Gudmund and Helga (Paulsen) Eriksen. His parents immigrated to Canada from Haugesund, Norway.
Erik is preceded in death by his parents, Gudmund and Helga; his sister,...
Paul Vincent Lazarek
Jan 13, 2026
Paul Vincent Lazarek, a kind, loving, and joyful soul whose warmth, laughter, and genuine kindness touched every life he entered, passed away peacefully at home in Bullard, Texas, on Tuesday, January 13, 2026, at the age of 70, after a courageous battle with cancer.
Born on July 23, 1955, in New Brunswick, New Jersey, to Edward Francis and Delores Alma Lazarek,...
Mike Matthews
Jan 9, 2026
Michael Lynn Matthews, affectionately known to his friends and family as Mike, passed away on January 9, 2026, in Tyler, Texas, where he was also born on December 20, 1951. He is remembered not only for his warm and friendly personality, embodying the essence of a “good ole' boy,” but also for his contributions to his community and service to...
Jeannette Marie DeSoto
Jan 2, 2026
Jeannette DeSoto, age 87, was born on April 23, 1938, in Lynn, Massachusetts, and passed away peacefully at her home on January 2, 2026, in Tyler, Texas. She was surrounded by family who loved her dearly. While she is missed beyond words, her family finds comfort in knowing she has completed her earthly journey and is now healed, made whole...
Cindy Denise Bailey Hatton
Jan 1, 2026
Cindy Denise Hatton, born on September 8, 1969, in Galveston, Texas, passed away on January 1, 2026, in Dallas, Texas. Raised in the close-knit community of Whitehouse, Texas, she graduated from Whitehouse High School in 1988, where her passion for life began.
Cindy was known for her joyful spirit and her love for traveling, as well as the fulfilling moments spent...
Richard Evermond Upshaw
Dec 25, 2025
Richard Evermond Upshaw, affectionately known as "Dick," was born on October 13, 1944, in the serene town of Demming, New Mexico. He was a man of profound character and unwavering devotion who embraced life with both arms and made indelible marks upon the hearts of all who knew him. Dick passed away on December 25, 2025, at his cherished home...
Steven Ray Varner
Dec 25, 2025
Steven Ray Varner, born February 20, 1966 was taken to his reward on Christmas day 2025 at the age of 59.
He is preceded in death by his father, Arthur Junior Varner; mother, Leota Ann Varner; brothers, Robert Wayne Varner and Virgil Grant Varner; sister, Loretta Ann Jones and brother in love, Joe Cheatham.
Steven is survived by his brother and sister...
Larry Ronald Wilson
Dec 21, 2025
Larry Ronald Wilson, 71, of Quitman, Texas, passed away peacefully at home on December 21, 2025. He was born on July 20, 1954, in Batesville, Indiana, to Eugene and Juanita (Gabbard) Wilson.
Larry honorably served his country in the United States Army. He devoted most of his life to his craft as a carpenter, building a legacy through his skilled workmanship...
Hestermae Walker Nixon
Dec 21, 2025
Hestermae Walker Nixon, a cherished teacher and beloved member of the Emerald Bay Community, passed away peacefully on December 21, 2025, in Bullard, Texas. Born on August 4, 1928, in Lufkin, Texas, Hestermae devoted her life to nurturing the minds and spirits of her students at First Baptist Midland and the City of Midland, instilling a love of learning at...
Alexandrya Jennifer Bailey
Dec 9, 2025
Alexandrya Jennifer Bailey, 21, of Tyler, Texas, passed away on December 9, 2025. She was born on November 10, 2004, in Salt Lake City, Utah.
Alex impacted others with her humor, strength, curiosity, sarcastic wit, and silly antics. She had a heart for animals—taking in stray cats, adoring the family pups, and helping injured animals find recovery. Her compassion extended beyond words, expressed...
Elaine Marie Bell (née Venverloh, formerly Winka)
Dec 5, 2025
Elaine Marie Bell (née Venverloh, formerly Winka), a beloved wife, mother, sister, and friend, passed away peacefully on December 5, 2025, in Tyler, Texas, at the age of 76. Born on July 13, 1949, in St. Louis, Missouri, Elaine lived a life defined by resilience, devotion, quiet strength, and unwavering love for her family.
Elaine's professional life reflected her remarkable versatility....
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