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Elbert Brown Scranton

Elbert Brown Scranton

Jul 20, 2020

A resident of Forreston, TX.

James Earl Mays

James Earl Mays

Jul 19, 2020

James Earl Mays was born September 12, 1946 to Oscar and Weder Mays in Waxahachie, Texas. He attended Waxahachie Public School. James is preceded in death by his loving wife Tommie Hazel of 43 years, parents, six brothers and one sister. Survivors: One daughter- Jessica Nicole Mays, four sisters- Christine Lacey, Dorothy Hollins (Carl), Shirley Mays (Melvin) and Helen Mays...

Pleas Wash

Pleas Wash

Jul 7, 2020

Pleas Wash, affectionately known as "Pudding" was born on March 15, 1935 in Jefferson, Texas to the late Booker T. Wash and Dollie Wash. Pleas was the second child of three siblings born to this union. One brother, Clarence Wash, proceeded him in death. Pleas Wash attended and graduated from elementary and high school in Jefferson, Texas. He later pursued...

Donald Ray Byrd

Donald Ray Byrd

Jun 29, 2020

On February 8, 1958 , Donald Ray Byrd was born to loving parents Roscoe Byrd and Carrie Crawford in Waxahachie, TX. He accepted Christ at an early age at Samaria Baptist Church. Donald attended Waxahachie High School and graduated in 1976. The Angel of Death entered his life on June 29, 2020. He was preceded in death by his Father,...

Rickey L Jackson

Rickey L Jackson

Jun 26, 2020

Rickey graduated from South Oak Cliff HS. He was employed by Quaker Oats. Rickey was preceded in death by his parents and 2 brothers. He leaves to cherish his memories Ava Jackson; one son Rickey Jackson Jr. and a host of aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and other relatives.

Annie Bell (Marie) Houston

Annie Bell (Marie) Houston

Jun 10, 2020

Annie B. Houston aka Aunt Ree was born in Huntsville, TX to Willie & Willie Pearl Houston on March 10, 1916. Aunt Ree was baptized at an early age and was a member of Mt. Moriah Baptist Church. In 2012 Aunt Ree moved in with Nicole Brown, Yolanda Brown, Yvette Brown and Vivian assisted with taking care of her until...

Mabel Lee Wilson

Mabel Lee Wilson

May 27, 2020

Mable Lee Wilson born to FJ and Callie McDowell on August 18, 1934 was the third child of eight. She united in Holy matrimony to Louis Wilson in Los Angeles, CA. Mable "Peachie" Wilson was a proud owner of Lou's BBQ. She moved back to Texas after the death of her husband and obtained a degree in Culinary Arts. Where...

Jessie Arnett Johnson

Jessie Arnett Johnson

May 15, 2020

Jessie Arnett Johnson was born to the parentage of Jesse B. and Leola (Howard) Johnson in Waxahachie, Texas. Jessie parents and brother Douglas preceded him in death. Jessie accepted Christ at an early age at Joshua Chapel A.M.E Church where he sang in the Junior Choir. He is survived by; 2 Sisters, Monica Williams (Roger) & Zondra Johnson, 1 Brother,...

Adolphus Erskine

Adolphus Erskine

May 10, 2020

A resident of Desoto, TX.

Billie Joe Debase

Billie Joe Debase

May 7, 2020

Mr. Billy Joe Debase respectfully and affectionately known as Daddy, Paw Paw, Pops, Pro & "Deac" was born on June 18, 1935 to the blessed parents of Norfleet Debase and Bertha Mae Christal. He attended Oaklawn School and was a proud 1953 graduate of Turner High. Bill was a great man of God who loved everyone. He was a peewee...

Joyce Ann Flangin

Joyce Ann Flangin

May 7, 2020

Ms. Joyce Ann Flangin was born on January 19, 1953 to Ernest and Ella Flangin in Waxahachie, Texas. Joyce received her formal education through the Waxahachie Public School District. Joyce furthered her education at Navarro College where she received her Associates Degree. She also received her Bachelors Degree in Elementary Education and obtained her Teacher's Certification from East Texas State...

Terecia Valeria Caraway

Terecia Valeria Caraway

May 5, 2020

Terecia Valeria Hill Caraway was born July 16, 1927 to the proud parents, Professor J.I. Hill Sr., and Professor Bessie E. Hill in Union Murval County. Terecia Hill Caraway attended public schools at Pleasant Hill Elementary and graduated from Mt. Enterprise High School in Mt. Enterprise, TX as Salutatorian of her class. She received her Bachelors Degree in Home Economics...

Alvin I Washington

Alvin I Washington

Apr 21, 2020

Gently and tranquil, Deacon Alvin Isiah Washington Jr., was welcomed into his heavenly home on Tuesday, April 21, 2020 at the Dallas Veterans Affairs Medical Center. Alvin Washington Jr. was born on November 19, 1935 to the late Isiah Washington and Eliza Jackson in Brazos County, Texas. He was the eldest of three siblings: Dorsey, Connie (deceased) and Henry. Growing...

Nimr Akhtab Mahdi

Nimr Akhtab Mahdi

Apr 20, 2020

A resident of Waxahachie, TX.

Tyra Danielle Lewis

Tyra Danielle Lewis

Apr 19, 2020

Tyra Lewis was a resident of Ft. Worth, TX.

Janish Hill

Janish Hill

Apr 15, 2020

A resident of Dallas, TX.

Texas Rosel Story Of Waxahachie

Texas Rosel Story Of Waxahachie

Apr 5, 2020

Rosel was born on May 26, 1947 in Drane, TX to the parents of Henry and Bessie Townsel. Rosel received her education in the Corsicana School District. In 1974 she met and married Billy Don Story of Waxahachie, TX. Rosel and Billy moved to Stockton California where she worked for Washington Mutual Bank as a Loan Closing Officer for many...

Texas Willie Ager Whitehead Sr. Of Waxahachie

Texas Willie Ager Whitehead Sr. Of Waxahachie

Mar 20, 2020

Willie was proceeded in death by wife Pearalee Whitehead; son Rodney Whitehead; Parents Eddie Whitehead and Nettie Hambric Whitehead; 3 brothers Eddie Whitehead Jr., Joseph Whitehead and Austin Whitehead Sr.; 3 sisters Viola Davis, Ella Mae Wilson and Katherine Sherman. He is survived by 3 sons Willie Whitehead Jr. (Brendia), Randy Whitehead and Derrick Whitehead; 1 daughter Pamela Black (Paul);...

Kathy Jo Mckenzie

Kathy Jo Mckenzie

Mar 13, 2020

Kathy"Kool" was born March 26, 1971 in Waxahachie, TX to the late Henry and Ida McKenzie. She attended the Waxahachie Public School. Kathy leaves to cherish her memories two sons, Arthur McKenzie and Tyler McKenzie-Cash; two daughters Shanika and Candice McKenzie; two sisters Diane McKenzie and Sheri McKenzie; 2 brothers Danny McKenzie and Clarence McKenzie. Eight grandchildren and a host...

Texas Dorothy Ruth Cooks Of Waxahachie

Texas Dorothy Ruth Cooks Of Waxahachie

Mar 9, 2020

Ms. Dorothy Cooks was born on October 19, 1931. She passed from this life to everlasting life to be with her Lord & Savior on March 9, 2020 at the age of 88. Dorothy worked for W.C. Tenery hospital for 20 years serving and caring for others. She retired in 1998. Dorothy was active in church by serving others and...

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