Memorials
Nancy Carol Alexander (Simmons)
Birth Date:
1946-10-19
Deceased Date:
2008-04-23
Obituary:
Nancy Carol Simmons-Alexander, 61, of Amarillo died Wednesday, April 23, 2008.
Services were at 11 a.m. Wednesday April 30, 2008 in Mount of Blessing SDA with Pastor Radney Draggon officiating. Burial in Llano Cemetery by Golden Gate Mortuary, 1416 N. Hughs St.
Mrs. Alexander was born Oct. 19, 1946, in Winnsboro. She attended Carver High School and worked for the Amarillo Independent School District system and Amarillo National Bank. She was a faithful member of Mount of Blessing SDA Church.
Survivors include two daughters, Tonya Horn of Dallas and Danisha Alexander of Amarillo; four sisters, Gwen Osibanjo and Marilyn Mills, both of Amarillo, Pam Brown and Marion Avinger of Pittsburg, Texas; a brother, Billy D. Martin of Pittsburg, Texas; four grandchildren; and a great-grandchild.
Nancy Carol Simmons-Alexander, 61, of Amarillo died Wednesday, April 23, 2008.
Services were at 11 a.m. Wednesday April 30, 2008 in Mount of Blessing SDA with Pastor Radney Draggon officiating. Burial in Llano Cemetery by Golden Gate Mortuary, 1416 N. Hughs St.
Mrs. Alexander was born Oct. 19, 1946, in Winnsboro. She attended Carver High School and worked for the Amarillo Independent School District system and Amarillo National Bank. She was a faithful member of Mount of Blessing SDA Church.
Survivors include two daughters, Tonya Horn of Dallas and Danisha Alexander of Amarillo; four sisters, Gwen Osibanjo and Marilyn Mills, both of Amarillo, Pam Brown and Marion Avinger of Pittsburg, Texas; a brother, Billy D. Martin of Pittsburg, Texas; four grandchildren; and a great-grandchild.
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Ina Alexander (Cleveland)
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Ike Avery
Birth Date:
1931-09-21
Deceased Date:
2011-08-19
Obituary:
Services were at 11 a.m. Saturday, August 20, 2011 in Mt. Zion Baptist Church with the Rev. James Collins, pastor, officiating. Burial in Llano Cemetery by Warford-Walker Mortuary, 500 N. Hughes St.
Ike Avery was born September 21, 1931, in Wills Point to Booker T. and Dess Avery. He was the fourth of five children.
Ike received his early education in the public schools of Wills Point and Terrell. He graduated from Burnett High School in Terrell in 1949. He attended Butler College in Tyler and received a Bachelor of Science degree. He received a Master’s degree from Texas College in Tyler. He did post-graduate work at North Texas State and West Texas State University.
Sandwiched between those years of education, Ike was called to duty and served two years in the U.S. Army. He was honorably discharged as a corporal in 1955. While stationed at Fort Lee, Va., he enjoyed playing football on the military football team.
Ike worked in the field of education for 40 years. His first four years were spent in Shamrock, where he taught grades 7 to 9, coached and drove the school bus. Upon moving to Amarillo, he worked at North Heights followed by nine years at Carver Jr. High school. At Carver, Ike worked as a teacher, counselor and coach. In 1970 he was transferred to Palo Duro High School as an assistant principal. He spent 26 years in that capacity. He remembered the ups and downs of desegregating the school during those times. He was in the very midst of it and recalled those years vividly.
While at Palo Duro, Ike was inducted into the “Dons Hall of Fame” in 1998. This honor is one that had previously been awarded to Palo Duro graduates only.
Ike retired from Amarillo Independent School District in 1996. He enjoyed gardening, his 1959 Ford and doing work at his beloved Mount Zion Baptist Church. He was a faithful member of Mount Zion for 50 years, where he served as Sunday school superintendent, teacher and a loyal deacon.
Ike was a member of the Omega Psi Phi Fraternity and the Classic Rollers Car Club, where he enjoyed sharing tales about his beloved ’59 Ford.
Ike married his college sweetheart, Delois Price, in Terrell in 1953 and to this union one daughter, Ika Karmaine Avery, was born.
Survivors include his loving and devoted wife, Delois Avery; one daughter, Ika Bly and husband Reginald of Oklahoma City; and a host of nieces, great-nieces and nephews, relatives, special friends and neighbors.
Services were at 11 a.m. Saturday, August 20, 2011 in Mt. Zion Baptist Church with the Rev. James Collins, pastor, officiating. Burial in Llano Cemetery by Warford-Walker Mortuary, 500 N. Hughes St.
Ike Avery was born September 21, 1931, in Wills Point to Booker T. and Dess Avery. He was the fourth of five children.
Ike received his early education in the public schools of Wills Point and Terrell. He graduated from Burnett High School in Terrell in 1949. He attended Butler College in Tyler and received a Bachelor of Science degree. He received a Master’s degree from Texas College in Tyler. He did post-graduate work at North Texas State and West Texas State University.
Sandwiched between those years of education, Ike was called to duty and served two years in the U.S. Army. He was honorably discharged as a corporal in 1955. While stationed at Fort Lee, Va., he enjoyed playing football on the military football team.
Ike worked in the field of education for 40 years. His first four years were spent in Shamrock, where he taught grades 7 to 9, coached and drove the school bus. Upon moving to Amarillo, he worked at North Heights followed by nine years at Carver Jr. High school. At Carver, Ike worked as a teacher, counselor and coach. In 1970 he was transferred to Palo Duro High School as an assistant principal. He spent 26 years in that capacity. He remembered the ups and downs of desegregating the school during those times. He was in the very midst of it and recalled those years vividly.
While at Palo Duro, Ike was inducted into the “Dons Hall of Fame” in 1998. This honor is one that had previously been awarded to Palo Duro graduates only.
Ike retired from Amarillo Independent School District in 1996. He enjoyed gardening, his 1959 Ford and doing work at his beloved Mount Zion Baptist Church. He was a faithful member of Mount Zion for 50 years, where he served as Sunday school superintendent, teacher and a loyal deacon.
Ike was a member of the Omega Psi Phi Fraternity and the Classic Rollers Car Club, where he enjoyed sharing tales about his beloved ’59 Ford.
Ike married his college sweetheart, Delois Price, in Terrell in 1953 and to this union one daughter, Ika Karmaine Avery, was born.
Survivors include his loving and devoted wife, Delois Avery; one daughter, Ika Bly and husband Reginald of Oklahoma City; and a host of nieces, great-nieces and nephews, relatives, special friends and neighbors.
Hallie Kates-Calloway
- November 3rd, 2011
Mr. AveryThank you for being that sound mind and image that we all saw at Palo Duro. We did not always like it but you were in our corners and cheered us on at whatever endeavor we were a part of. There will never be another man that was so proud to represent and mentor students to do the best and strive for the best. My sisters and brothers all had the pleasure of performing under your leadership. I know at times, you thought, how many more of them are coming, I could name a couple but I won't. May God bless your family and we will always keep your memories in our hearts. Graduating class of 1974.
Raymond Bates
Birth Date:
1955-10-10
Deceased Date:
2012-03-19
Obituary:
Raymond Lewis Bates, 56, of Amarillo died Monday, March 19, 2012.
Services will be at 1 p.m. Saturday, March 31, 2012 in St. John Baptist Church, 2301 N.W. 14th Ave., with the Rev. Tiller Watson III officiating. Burial will be in Llano Cemetery. Arrangements are by Boxwell Brothers Funeral Directors, 2800 Paramount Blvd.
Mr. Bates was born Oct. 10, 1955, in Plainview to Robert and Mattie Bates. He worked at Gene Messer Cadillac and was a member of Mount Zion Baptist Church. Mr. Bates has the biggest heart and would give everything he had to those in need.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Robert Bates.
Survivors include six brothers, James Bates of Oklahoma, Billy Bates of Alaska, Charles Bates and wife Sarah of Arlington, Kenneth Bates and Jerry Bates, both of Amarillo, Ronnie Bates of Dallas and Robert Bates Jr., of Kansas City, Mo.; seven sisters, Patricia Bates-Ramirez and husband Johnny of Lubbock, Janice Bates-Holmes of Dallas, Deborah Bates of Austin, Gloria Bates and Thelma Bates, both of Amarillo and Lynn Bates and Barbara Bates, both of Kansas; best friends, Preston Kates and James Davis, both of Amarillo; 13 nieces; 13 nephews; and other relatives and friends.
Raymond Lewis Bates, 56, of Amarillo died Monday, March 19, 2012.
Services will be at 1 p.m. Saturday, March 31, 2012 in St. John Baptist Church, 2301 N.W. 14th Ave., with the Rev. Tiller Watson III officiating. Burial will be in Llano Cemetery. Arrangements are by Boxwell Brothers Funeral Directors, 2800 Paramount Blvd.
Mr. Bates was born Oct. 10, 1955, in Plainview to Robert and Mattie Bates. He worked at Gene Messer Cadillac and was a member of Mount Zion Baptist Church. Mr. Bates has the biggest heart and would give everything he had to those in need.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Robert Bates.
Survivors include six brothers, James Bates of Oklahoma, Billy Bates of Alaska, Charles Bates and wife Sarah of Arlington, Kenneth Bates and Jerry Bates, both of Amarillo, Ronnie Bates of Dallas and Robert Bates Jr., of Kansas City, Mo.; seven sisters, Patricia Bates-Ramirez and husband Johnny of Lubbock, Janice Bates-Holmes of Dallas, Deborah Bates of Austin, Gloria Bates and Thelma Bates, both of Amarillo and Lynn Bates and Barbara Bates, both of Kansas; best friends, Preston Kates and James Davis, both of Amarillo; 13 nieces; 13 nephews; and other relatives and friends.
Charles Bates
- May 8th, 2014
I miss my Brother so Much and I know he is in a better place, but not to be able to tell him how much I Love Him hurts so much. I will always remember his "Million Dollar" Smile and how he would give you the shirt off his back no matter who you are. RIP Baby Brother and I Pray that I will see you one day.
Rosalind Beatty (Hines)
Birth Date:
1948-04-22
Deceased Date:
1998-04-24
Obituary:
Rosalind Odette Hines-Beatty DALLAS - Rosalind Odette Hines Beatty, 50, died Friday, April 24, 1998.Mass will be celebrated at 11:30 a.m. today in Wildwood Chapel at Restland Memorial Cemetery. Arrangements are by Black & Clark. Mrs. Hines-Beatty was born in Amarillo. She attended North Heights and Hilltop elementary schools. At the age of 16, she was presented as a debutante during the Zeta Phi Beta Sorority Cotillion in 1964.She graduated from Carver High School in 1966. She then began studies at Amarillo Junior College, majoring in communications. She also began a career at Southwestern Bell Telephone Co. In 1968, Mrs. Hines-Beatty received an associate's degree and entered West Texas State University. She graduated from WTSU in 1975 with a bachelor of science degree in communications. She was transferred to Dallas, where she became a supervisor and later public relations manager. She retired in 1994 after 30 years of service. While living in Amarillo, Mrs. Hines Beatty was a member of Mount Zion Baptist Church, where she was a pianist for the junior choir. She was involved with the Girl Scouts and became a senior Scout representing the Amarillo Girl Scout Council Region at the International Round-Up in 1965.She also was a member of the Amarillo Music Conservatory and Hines School of Music. She was confirmed as a Catholic at St. Rita Catholic Church in Dallas in 1997.Survivors include a daughter, Lauren Odette Beatty of Dallas; a son, Charles Brandon Beatty of Dallas; her mother, Cordie R. Hines of Dallas; her father, Herman Alvin Hines of Oklahoma City; a sister, Alison Hines-Boney of Dallas; and her former husband, Charles Beatty of Waxahachie.
Rosalind Odette Hines-Beatty DALLAS - Rosalind Odette Hines Beatty, 50, died Friday, April 24, 1998.Mass will be celebrated at 11:30 a.m. today in Wildwood Chapel at Restland Memorial Cemetery. Arrangements are by Black & Clark. Mrs. Hines-Beatty was born in Amarillo. She attended North Heights and Hilltop elementary schools. At the age of 16, she was presented as a debutante during the Zeta Phi Beta Sorority Cotillion in 1964.She graduated from Carver High School in 1966. She then began studies at Amarillo Junior College, majoring in communications. She also began a career at Southwestern Bell Telephone Co. In 1968, Mrs. Hines-Beatty received an associate's degree and entered West Texas State University. She graduated from WTSU in 1975 with a bachelor of science degree in communications. She was transferred to Dallas, where she became a supervisor and later public relations manager. She retired in 1994 after 30 years of service. While living in Amarillo, Mrs. Hines Beatty was a member of Mount Zion Baptist Church, where she was a pianist for the junior choir. She was involved with the Girl Scouts and became a senior Scout representing the Amarillo Girl Scout Council Region at the International Round-Up in 1965.She also was a member of the Amarillo Music Conservatory and Hines School of Music. She was confirmed as a Catholic at St. Rita Catholic Church in Dallas in 1997.Survivors include a daughter, Lauren Odette Beatty of Dallas; a son, Charles Brandon Beatty of Dallas; her mother, Cordie R. Hines of Dallas; her father, Herman Alvin Hines of Oklahoma City; a sister, Alison Hines-Boney of Dallas; and her former husband, Charles Beatty of Waxahachie.
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James Junior Blount
Birth Date:
1951-07-26
Deceased Date:
2011-12-29
Obituary:
James Junior Blount, 60, of Amarillo died Thursday, December 29, 2011.
Services were at 1 p.m. Friday, January 6, 2011 in New Covenant Missionary Baptist Church with the Rev. James Mims and the Rev. Eric Mims Sr. officiating. Arrangements are by Golden Gate Mortuary, 1416 N. Hughes St.
James Junior Blount was born July 26, 1951, in Amarillo to James and Juanita Blount. He was the oldest of nine children.
James went to school at Hilltop Elementary and Carver High School. He served in the Army for four years. He was a cook for David’s Steakhouse until his health failed.
Survivors include five sisters, Nancy Collins and husband James, Vicki Blount, Tami Blount, Qavis Blount and Fayera Blount, all of Amarillo; three stepchildren, Anthony Young and Anastacia and Yolanda Cook; and four grandchildren, Torrance “TC,” Nastacia, Shalanda and Joshua Cook, all of Garland.
James Junior Blount, 60, of Amarillo died Thursday, December 29, 2011.
Services were at 1 p.m. Friday, January 6, 2011 in New Covenant Missionary Baptist Church with the Rev. James Mims and the Rev. Eric Mims Sr. officiating. Arrangements are by Golden Gate Mortuary, 1416 N. Hughes St.
James Junior Blount was born July 26, 1951, in Amarillo to James and Juanita Blount. He was the oldest of nine children.
James went to school at Hilltop Elementary and Carver High School. He served in the Army for four years. He was a cook for David’s Steakhouse until his health failed.
Survivors include five sisters, Nancy Collins and husband James, Vicki Blount, Tami Blount, Qavis Blount and Fayera Blount, all of Amarillo; three stepchildren, Anthony Young and Anastacia and Yolanda Cook; and four grandchildren, Torrance “TC,” Nastacia, Shalanda and Joshua Cook, all of Garland.
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Lynnette Bonner (Oliver)
Birth Date:
1957-09-21
Deceased Date:
2009-09-03
Obituary:
Lynnette Oliver Bonner, 51, of Amarillo died Thursday, September 3, 2009, in Austin.
Services were at 2 p.m. Saturday, September 12, 2009 in New Covenant Missionary Baptist Church with Bishop James M. Mims officiating. Arrangements were by Golden Gate Mortuary, 1416 N. Hughes St.
Lynnette Bonner was born September 21, 1957, to J.C. and Tracy Oliver. She attended Hilltop Elementary and Carver and Amarillo high schools. She worked as a health care professional in the medical field for many years.
Survivors include her mother, Tracy Johns-Oliver; two sons, Eric and JaMario Oliver of Amarillo; a daughter, Wykhiva Oliver of Sacramento, Calif.; five sisters, Margaret Flowers of Diana, Dorothy James of Dallas, Linda Williams and Helen Oliver, both of Amarillo, and Frances Taylor of Tucson, Ariz.; and four brothers, John Wesley Williams of Phoenix, Robert Johns of Pueblo, Colo., J.C. Oliver of Amarillo and Everett Oliver of Cedar Creek.
Lynnette Oliver Bonner, 51, of Amarillo died Thursday, September 3, 2009, in Austin.
Services were at 2 p.m. Saturday, September 12, 2009 in New Covenant Missionary Baptist Church with Bishop James M. Mims officiating. Arrangements were by Golden Gate Mortuary, 1416 N. Hughes St.
Lynnette Bonner was born September 21, 1957, to J.C. and Tracy Oliver. She attended Hilltop Elementary and Carver and Amarillo high schools. She worked as a health care professional in the medical field for many years.
Survivors include her mother, Tracy Johns-Oliver; two sons, Eric and JaMario Oliver of Amarillo; a daughter, Wykhiva Oliver of Sacramento, Calif.; five sisters, Margaret Flowers of Diana, Dorothy James of Dallas, Linda Williams and Helen Oliver, both of Amarillo, and Frances Taylor of Tucson, Ariz.; and four brothers, John Wesley Williams of Phoenix, Robert Johns of Pueblo, Colo., J.C. Oliver of Amarillo and Everett Oliver of Cedar Creek.
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Cynthia Ann Booker (Lloyd)
Birth Date:
1951-11-01
Deceased Date:
2009-07-30
Obituary:
Cynthia Ann Booker, 57, of Amarillo died Thursday, July 30, 2009.
Services were at 1 p.m. Friday, August 7, 2009 in Jenkins Chapel Baptist Church with the Rev. D.D. Fincher, pastor, officiating. Burial in Llano Cemetery by Warford-Walker Mortuary, 509 N. Hughes St.
Cynthia Ann Booker was born November 1, 1951, to Hollis and Ethel Lloyd in Brownfield. The family moved to Amarillo during her infancy. She attended Carver Junior High School and graduated from Amarillo High School. She worked at Northwest Texas Hospital as a registered nurse.
She was preceded in death by her father.
Survivors include her mother, Ethel McDaniel of Amarillo; nine children, Elaunna Howard, Samuel Howard and Henry L. Booker II and wife Whitney, all of Amarillo, and Felecia Ann Booker, Ronda Booker, Clifford Booker, Shantell Booker-Woods, Deric Booker Sr. and Anna Booker-McDavid, all of Dallas; six grandchildren; a great-grandson; a special daughter, Jackie Cagle; and many other relatives.
Cynthia Ann Booker, 57, of Amarillo died Thursday, July 30, 2009.
Services were at 1 p.m. Friday, August 7, 2009 in Jenkins Chapel Baptist Church with the Rev. D.D. Fincher, pastor, officiating. Burial in Llano Cemetery by Warford-Walker Mortuary, 509 N. Hughes St.
Cynthia Ann Booker was born November 1, 1951, to Hollis and Ethel Lloyd in Brownfield. The family moved to Amarillo during her infancy. She attended Carver Junior High School and graduated from Amarillo High School. She worked at Northwest Texas Hospital as a registered nurse.
She was preceded in death by her father.
Survivors include her mother, Ethel McDaniel of Amarillo; nine children, Elaunna Howard, Samuel Howard and Henry L. Booker II and wife Whitney, all of Amarillo, and Felecia Ann Booker, Ronda Booker, Clifford Booker, Shantell Booker-Woods, Deric Booker Sr. and Anna Booker-McDavid, all of Dallas; six grandchildren; a great-grandson; a special daughter, Jackie Cagle; and many other relatives.
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Jimmie C. Booker
Birth Date:
1944-01-16
Deceased Date:
2009-01-14
Obituary:
Jimmie C. Booker, 64, of Amarillo died Wednesday, January 14, 2009.
There will be no services. Burial in Memory Gardens Crematory by Golden Gate Mortuary, 1416 N. Hughes St.
Jimmie was born January 16, 1944, in Amarillo to Ardell Booker and Minnie Woods. She will be missed by family and friends.
She was preceded in death by a daughter, Minnie Booker.
Survivors include a daughter, Connie Booker of Denver; her mother, Minnie Woods of Amarillo; five brothers, W.C. Booker, Floyd Booker, Michael Woods and Nathan Woods, all of Amarillo, and Sears Woods of Dallas; and three sisters, Darlene Oyemala of Little Rock, Ark., and Claudene Toubia and Debbie Woods, both of Denver.i
Jimmie C. Booker, 64, of Amarillo died Wednesday, January 14, 2009.
There will be no services. Burial in Memory Gardens Crematory by Golden Gate Mortuary, 1416 N. Hughes St.
Jimmie was born January 16, 1944, in Amarillo to Ardell Booker and Minnie Woods. She will be missed by family and friends.
She was preceded in death by a daughter, Minnie Booker.
Survivors include a daughter, Connie Booker of Denver; her mother, Minnie Woods of Amarillo; five brothers, W.C. Booker, Floyd Booker, Michael Woods and Nathan Woods, all of Amarillo, and Sears Woods of Dallas; and three sisters, Darlene Oyemala of Little Rock, Ark., and Claudene Toubia and Debbie Woods, both of Denver.i
Claudine Woods
- November 16th, 2012
To my sister Jimmie, I miss you more each day. I will always love you. You live on inside my heart. Your little Sis,
Boo
Thank you for giving me that name
Deborah J. Brackens
Birth Date:
1955-05-20
Deceased Date:
2009-04-21
Obituary:
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Deborah J. Brackens, 53, formerly of Amarillo, died Tuesday, April 21, 2009.
Services were at 11 a.m. Friday, May 1, 2009 in Mount of Blessings Seventh-day Adventist Church in Amarillo with Rodney Draggon and Lawrence Brackens Sr., pastors, officiating. Burial in Llano Cemetery by Golden Gate Mortuary, 1416 N. Hughes St.
Deborah Jean Brackens was born May 20, 1955, in Amarillo to Roosevelt Lee and Delma Ray Brackens, the first of six children the Brackens family was blessed with.
Deborah spent her childhood years in Amarillo, graduating from Palo Duro High School in 1973. After graduation, she attended Oakwood College in Huntsville, Ala., where she earned an associate degree in nursing. After graduation, Deborah moved to Washington, D.C., where she attended Columbia Union College and received a Bachelor of Science in social work.
She began her professional career in nursing, working at various hospitals in the Washington, D.C., area. She began with Washington Adventist Hospital, but the majority of her time was spent in service to the community at Prince George’s Hospital Center. She demonstrated her leadership skills in several positions, including manager of the chemical dependency unit and director of staffing, scheduling and transport services. After spending nearly 30 years serving the Prince George community, Deborah moved on to serve the Northern Virginia, taking a position as director of case management at Inova Hospital in Alexandria, Va.
The only thing Deborah loved more than attending social events was attending social events that were perfect. In fact, she loved it so much, that she started her own business, Something So Right. She wanted to help create a very special occasion for all of her clients. She was an experienced event planner for weddings, birthday celebrations, employee programs and much more. She was gifted in the art of arranging and details. She had a special gift of working with people in stressful situations, creating that special event that guaranteed a lifetime of memories.
She was preceded in death by a brother, Davey Lee “Davey Baby” Brackens.
Survivors she leaves to mourn include her parents, Roosevelt Lee and Delma Ray Brackens; a brother, Roosevelt Brackens Jr.; three sisters, Alsandra Brackens, Inez Brackens and Leigh Ann Brackens; four nieces, Carlea and Daysha, both of Amarillo, and Laura Lee and Rachael, both of Aurora, Colo.; and three nephews, Jason of Aurora, Sandron of Grand Prairie, Texas, and Antonie of Amarillo. She also leaves the loves of her life, her great-nieces, Jeri’yah, A’Myah, Leigh-Leigh, Tiffanie, Brianna and Ha’esh Alexandria; and her great-nephews, Jason Alexander Jr., Antonie, David Zion and Abishai; along with a host of friends
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Deborah J. Brackens, 53, formerly of Amarillo, died Tuesday, April 21, 2009.
Services were at 11 a.m. Friday, May 1, 2009 in Mount of Blessings Seventh-day Adventist Church in Amarillo with Rodney Draggon and Lawrence Brackens Sr., pastors, officiating. Burial in Llano Cemetery by Golden Gate Mortuary, 1416 N. Hughes St.
Deborah Jean Brackens was born May 20, 1955, in Amarillo to Roosevelt Lee and Delma Ray Brackens, the first of six children the Brackens family was blessed with.
Deborah spent her childhood years in Amarillo, graduating from Palo Duro High School in 1973. After graduation, she attended Oakwood College in Huntsville, Ala., where she earned an associate degree in nursing. After graduation, Deborah moved to Washington, D.C., where she attended Columbia Union College and received a Bachelor of Science in social work.
She began her professional career in nursing, working at various hospitals in the Washington, D.C., area. She began with Washington Adventist Hospital, but the majority of her time was spent in service to the community at Prince George’s Hospital Center. She demonstrated her leadership skills in several positions, including manager of the chemical dependency unit and director of staffing, scheduling and transport services. After spending nearly 30 years serving the Prince George community, Deborah moved on to serve the Northern Virginia, taking a position as director of case management at Inova Hospital in Alexandria, Va.
The only thing Deborah loved more than attending social events was attending social events that were perfect. In fact, she loved it so much, that she started her own business, Something So Right. She wanted to help create a very special occasion for all of her clients. She was an experienced event planner for weddings, birthday celebrations, employee programs and much more. She was gifted in the art of arranging and details. She had a special gift of working with people in stressful situations, creating that special event that guaranteed a lifetime of memories.
She was preceded in death by a brother, Davey Lee “Davey Baby” Brackens.
Survivors she leaves to mourn include her parents, Roosevelt Lee and Delma Ray Brackens; a brother, Roosevelt Brackens Jr.; three sisters, Alsandra Brackens, Inez Brackens and Leigh Ann Brackens; four nieces, Carlea and Daysha, both of Amarillo, and Laura Lee and Rachael, both of Aurora, Colo.; and three nephews, Jason of Aurora, Sandron of Grand Prairie, Texas, and Antonie of Amarillo. She also leaves the loves of her life, her great-nieces, Jeri’yah, A’Myah, Leigh-Leigh, Tiffanie, Brianna and Ha’esh Alexandria; and her great-nephews, Jason Alexander Jr., Antonie, David Zion and Abishai; along with a host of friends
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Juanetta Bradley (Gilbreath)
Deceased Date:
2018-12-17
Obituary:
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Jo'Ann Burns (Dever)
Birth Date:
1956-11-17
Deceased Date:
2011-03-12
Obituary:
Jo'Ann Burns-DeverJo'Ann Burns-Dever, 54, of Amarillo died Saturday, March 12, 2011, in Amarillo.Services will be at 2 p.m. Thursday in Emmanuel Church with the Rev. Joe Taylor, pastor, and the Rev. Gary Thomas officiating. Burial will be in Llano Cemetery. Arrangements are by Warford Walker Mortuary, 509 N. Hughes St.Jo'Ann was born Nov. 17, 1956, in Amarillo to Oscar Burns and Clarice Taylor. She attended North Heights Elementary School and Carver Junior High School. She was a former employee of Caprock Nursing Home.Survivors include a son, Alfonso Hubbard of Amarillo; two sisters, Alice Mae Jackson and Diana Burns Marshall, both of Amarillo; and three brothers, Andrew Burns of Lubbock, and Johnny and Virgil Burns, both of Amarillo.
Jo'Ann Burns-DeverJo'Ann Burns-Dever, 54, of Amarillo died Saturday, March 12, 2011, in Amarillo.Services will be at 2 p.m. Thursday in Emmanuel Church with the Rev. Joe Taylor, pastor, and the Rev. Gary Thomas officiating. Burial will be in Llano Cemetery. Arrangements are by Warford Walker Mortuary, 509 N. Hughes St.Jo'Ann was born Nov. 17, 1956, in Amarillo to Oscar Burns and Clarice Taylor. She attended North Heights Elementary School and Carver Junior High School. She was a former employee of Caprock Nursing Home.Survivors include a son, Alfonso Hubbard of Amarillo; two sisters, Alice Mae Jackson and Diana Burns Marshall, both of Amarillo; and three brothers, Andrew Burns of Lubbock, and Johnny and Virgil Burns, both of Amarillo.
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Alexander Calloway Jr.
Birth Date:
1934-09-14
Deceased Date:
2008-11-08
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Jacqulyn Delores Campbell (Cleveland)
Birth Date:
1956-09-18
Deceased Date:
2011-02-06
Obituary:
Amarillo Globe-News, Feb. 11, 2011Jacqulyn DeloresCleveland-CampbellJacqulyn Delores Cleveland-Campbell, 55, of Amarillo died Sunday, Feb. 6, 2011, in Livingston.Services will be at 1 p.m. Saturday in Warford-Walker Mortuary, 509 N. Hughes St., with the Rev. Morris Mitchell, pastor of Mount Olive Baptist Church, officiating. Burial will be in Llano Cemetery.Jacqulyn was born Sept. 18, 1956, in Tyler to Junior and Maggie Cleveland. She attended public schools at Carver and Palo Duro High School. She was a member of Mount Olive Baptist Church.Survivors include her husband, Kenny Campbell; three sons, Rayford Cleveland of Amarillo, Derell Cleveland of Houston and Jeremy Hodgest of Childress; her mother, Maggie Cleveland of Amarillo; and two sisters, Jerenthia and Stacey Cleveland, both of Amarillo.
Amarillo Globe-News, Feb. 11, 2011Jacqulyn DeloresCleveland-CampbellJacqulyn Delores Cleveland-Campbell, 55, of Amarillo died Sunday, Feb. 6, 2011, in Livingston.Services will be at 1 p.m. Saturday in Warford-Walker Mortuary, 509 N. Hughes St., with the Rev. Morris Mitchell, pastor of Mount Olive Baptist Church, officiating. Burial will be in Llano Cemetery.Jacqulyn was born Sept. 18, 1956, in Tyler to Junior and Maggie Cleveland. She attended public schools at Carver and Palo Duro High School. She was a member of Mount Olive Baptist Church.Survivors include her husband, Kenny Campbell; three sons, Rayford Cleveland of Amarillo, Derell Cleveland of Houston and Jeremy Hodgest of Childress; her mother, Maggie Cleveland of Amarillo; and two sisters, Jerenthia and Stacey Cleveland, both of Amarillo.
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Otis Carey
Birth Date:
1943-12-09
Deceased Date:
2012-11-22
Obituary:
Otis Carey, 68, of Amarillo died Thursday, November 22, 2012.
Services were at 11 a.m. Saturday, December 1, 2012 in Greater Mount Olive Baptist Church with the Rev. Vurn Martin, pastor, officiating and the Rev. Vernon Connor as eulogist. Burial in Llano Cemetery. Arrangements are by Warford-Walker Mortuary, 509 N. Hughes St.
Mr. Carey was born December 9, 1943, in Big Spring to Earnest and Estella Carey. He attended schools in Amarillo. In October 1960, he enlisted in the Army, where he served until May 1966. He worked for several companies in Amarillo during his lifetime — Burlington Northern Railroad, Bell Helicopter and retired from Baptist St. Anthony’s Hospital. He married Rosa Houston on Sept. 15, 1990. He was a member of Greater Mount Olive Baptist Church.
Survivors include his wife, Rosa Houston Carey; six daughters, Ranona Carey Williams and husband Larry and Lisa Ahner, all of Georgia, Rosemary Houston, Jacqueline Houston and husband Henry Owens and Donna Houston Jones and husband Steven, all of Amarillo, and Kimberly Fields of Dallas; five sons, Otis Carey and Kevin Carey, both of Houston, and Kenneth Henderson, Otis Carey Jr. and Raymond Houston, all of Amarillo; three brothers, Earnest Carey, Nathaniel Carey and Jackson Carey; three sisters, Earma Conner, Estella Nelson and Robbie Fleming, all of Amarillo; 20 grandchildren; 13 great-grandchildren; and many other relatives.
Otis Carey, 68, of Amarillo died Thursday, November 22, 2012.
Services were at 11 a.m. Saturday, December 1, 2012 in Greater Mount Olive Baptist Church with the Rev. Vurn Martin, pastor, officiating and the Rev. Vernon Connor as eulogist. Burial in Llano Cemetery. Arrangements are by Warford-Walker Mortuary, 509 N. Hughes St.
Mr. Carey was born December 9, 1943, in Big Spring to Earnest and Estella Carey. He attended schools in Amarillo. In October 1960, he enlisted in the Army, where he served until May 1966. He worked for several companies in Amarillo during his lifetime — Burlington Northern Railroad, Bell Helicopter and retired from Baptist St. Anthony’s Hospital. He married Rosa Houston on Sept. 15, 1990. He was a member of Greater Mount Olive Baptist Church.
Survivors include his wife, Rosa Houston Carey; six daughters, Ranona Carey Williams and husband Larry and Lisa Ahner, all of Georgia, Rosemary Houston, Jacqueline Houston and husband Henry Owens and Donna Houston Jones and husband Steven, all of Amarillo, and Kimberly Fields of Dallas; five sons, Otis Carey and Kevin Carey, both of Houston, and Kenneth Henderson, Otis Carey Jr. and Raymond Houston, all of Amarillo; three brothers, Earnest Carey, Nathaniel Carey and Jackson Carey; three sisters, Earma Conner, Estella Nelson and Robbie Fleming, all of Amarillo; 20 grandchildren; 13 great-grandchildren; and many other relatives.
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Evonne Cash (Samuel)
Birth Date:
1953-10-13
Deceased Date:
2021-12-30
Obituary:
SHREVEPORT -
Funeral services for Evonne Samuel Cash, 68, will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Thursday, December 30, 2021 at Rose-Neath Funeral Home, 2500 Southside Dr., Shreveport, Louisiana. A visitation will be held on Wednesday, December 29, 2021 from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Burial will be held at Forest Park West Cemetery in Shreveport, Louisiana. Officiating the service will be Pastor Sam Carr.
Evonne was born on October 13, 1953 in Alexan- dria, Louisiana to Henry J. Adams and Geraldine Samuel and passed away Monday, December 20, 2021 in Shreveport, Louisiana.
Evonne was an active member at Life United, formally known as Word of Life, for over 30 years, volunteering in many capacities such as Life Group Leader and making an impact in the lives of God’s children. She was an Intercessory Prayer Warrior for Life United and graduated from the Word of Life School of Ministry in 2004. She was devoted to her prayer line, We Pray Always Global Prayer Team.
She had a servant’s heart and loved helping oth- ers. She was a seamstress and quilter and enjoyed teaching quilting classes. She loved to sing, giving back to her church and community, was involved in prison and hospital ministries and was a dedicated civil servant for the Louisiana Workforce Com- mission. She was an active Voter Commissioner for the State of Louisiana for Precinct #92 along with other various precincts.
She is preceded in death by her parents. Left to cherish her memory are daughters, Felicia Alex- ander and Valencia Hall; sons, Derrell Hall, Terry Samuel, Harry Samuel and Larry Samuel; sister, Della Fields and brother, Jessie A. Adams.
Honoring Evonne as pallbearers will be Derrell Hall, Terry Samuel, Harry Samuel, Larry Samuel, Willie Ballard and Myles Alexander.
In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorials may be made to Life United, 4425 Meriwether Rd., Shreveport, LA 71109 or to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105.
SHREVEPORT -
Funeral services for Evonne Samuel Cash, 68, will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Thursday, December 30, 2021 at Rose-Neath Funeral Home, 2500 Southside Dr., Shreveport, Louisiana. A visitation will be held on Wednesday, December 29, 2021 from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Burial will be held at Forest Park West Cemetery in Shreveport, Louisiana. Officiating the service will be Pastor Sam Carr.
Evonne was born on October 13, 1953 in Alexan- dria, Louisiana to Henry J. Adams and Geraldine Samuel and passed away Monday, December 20, 2021 in Shreveport, Louisiana.
Evonne was an active member at Life United, formally known as Word of Life, for over 30 years, volunteering in many capacities such as Life Group Leader and making an impact in the lives of God’s children. She was an Intercessory Prayer Warrior for Life United and graduated from the Word of Life School of Ministry in 2004. She was devoted to her prayer line, We Pray Always Global Prayer Team.
She had a servant’s heart and loved helping oth- ers. She was a seamstress and quilter and enjoyed teaching quilting classes. She loved to sing, giving back to her church and community, was involved in prison and hospital ministries and was a dedicated civil servant for the Louisiana Workforce Com- mission. She was an active Voter Commissioner for the State of Louisiana for Precinct #92 along with other various precincts.
She is preceded in death by her parents. Left to cherish her memory are daughters, Felicia Alex- ander and Valencia Hall; sons, Derrell Hall, Terry Samuel, Harry Samuel and Larry Samuel; sister, Della Fields and brother, Jessie A. Adams.
Honoring Evonne as pallbearers will be Derrell Hall, Terry Samuel, Harry Samuel, Larry Samuel, Willie Ballard and Myles Alexander.
In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorials may be made to Life United, 4425 Meriwether Rd., Shreveport, LA 71109 or to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105.
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Lajuanda Clopton (Johnson)
Birth Date:
1950-11-23
Deceased Date:
2008-06-09
Obituary:
Lajuanda Johnson Clopton, 57, of Amarillo died Monday, June 9, 2008.
Wake services were from 7 to 8 p.m. Friday June 13, 2008 in Warford-Walker Mortuary, 509 N. Hughes St. Services were at 11 a.m. Saturday June 14, 2008 in Emmanuel Church of Amarillo with the Rev. Joe Taylor, pastor, officiating. Burial in Llano Cemetery.
Lajuanda was born Nov. 23, 1950, to Cecil and Mattie Lee Johnson, in Jacksonville, the third of six children.
She attended Hilltop Elementary School, Carver Junior High School and graduated from Palo Duro High School. She also attended West Texas State University and graduated from Northwest Texas Hospital School of Nursing. She was a longtime employee of Northwest Texas Hospital.
Survivors include a son, Brent Rusk and wife Melissa of Amarillo; a daughter, Leslie Rusk of Amarillo; a brother, Neal Johnson of Plano; two sisters, Anna Lewis of La Paloma, Calif., and Vivian Hollings of North Richland Hills; and three grandchildren.
Lajuanda Johnson Clopton, 57, of Amarillo died Monday, June 9, 2008.
Wake services were from 7 to 8 p.m. Friday June 13, 2008 in Warford-Walker Mortuary, 509 N. Hughes St. Services were at 11 a.m. Saturday June 14, 2008 in Emmanuel Church of Amarillo with the Rev. Joe Taylor, pastor, officiating. Burial in Llano Cemetery.
Lajuanda was born Nov. 23, 1950, to Cecil and Mattie Lee Johnson, in Jacksonville, the third of six children.
She attended Hilltop Elementary School, Carver Junior High School and graduated from Palo Duro High School. She also attended West Texas State University and graduated from Northwest Texas Hospital School of Nursing. She was a longtime employee of Northwest Texas Hospital.
Survivors include a son, Brent Rusk and wife Melissa of Amarillo; a daughter, Leslie Rusk of Amarillo; a brother, Neal Johnson of Plano; two sisters, Anna Lewis of La Paloma, Calif., and Vivian Hollings of North Richland Hills; and three grandchildren.
Anna J Lewis
- April 4th, 2016
Still missing you, Lajuanda!!!!Love always, your sister,
Anna J
Nancy Collins (Blount)
Birth Date:
1952-10-26
Deceased Date:
2012-08-18
Obituary:
Nancy D. Blount Collins, 59, of Amarillo died Saturday, August 18, 2012.
Services were at 1 p.m. Monday, August 27, 2012 in New Covenant Missionary Baptist Church with Bishop James Mims officiating. Burial in Llano Cemetery. Arrangements are by Golden Gate Mortuary, 1416 N. Hughes St.
Mrs. Collins was born October 26, 1952, to James and Juanita Blount in Amarillo. She attended school through the Amarillo public school system and received her GED. She worked many jobs, the latest at Days Inn.
She married her longtime companion, James Collins, in 2006. She also attended New Covenant Missionary Baptist Chruch.
Survivors include her husband, James Collins; a daughter, Branda Blount-Foster and husband Robert of Amarillo; two sons, Eric and Tony Green of Amarillo; and four sisters, Vicki Blount, Tami Blount, Fayeral “Byrd” Blount and Qavis Blount, all of Amarillo.
Nancy D. Blount Collins, 59, of Amarillo died Saturday, August 18, 2012.
Services were at 1 p.m. Monday, August 27, 2012 in New Covenant Missionary Baptist Church with Bishop James Mims officiating. Burial in Llano Cemetery. Arrangements are by Golden Gate Mortuary, 1416 N. Hughes St.
Mrs. Collins was born October 26, 1952, to James and Juanita Blount in Amarillo. She attended school through the Amarillo public school system and received her GED. She worked many jobs, the latest at Days Inn.
She married her longtime companion, James Collins, in 2006. She also attended New Covenant Missionary Baptist Chruch.
Survivors include her husband, James Collins; a daughter, Branda Blount-Foster and husband Robert of Amarillo; two sons, Eric and Tony Green of Amarillo; and four sisters, Vicki Blount, Tami Blount, Fayeral “Byrd” Blount and Qavis Blount, all of Amarillo.
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Evelyn J. Conner (Crow)
Deceased Date:
2011-08-22
Obituary:
Evelyn Joyce Conner 64, of Lansing, retired Lansing School District teacher and special education coordinator, died Tuesday. Services 11 a.m. Thursday September 1, 2011 at Union Missionary Baptist Church, Lansing. Arrangements by Tiffany Funeral Home. (Lansing, MI)
Evelyn Joyce Conner 64, of Lansing, retired Lansing School District teacher and special education coordinator, died Tuesday. Services 11 a.m. Thursday September 1, 2011 at Union Missionary Baptist Church, Lansing. Arrangements by Tiffany Funeral Home. (Lansing, MI)
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V. C. Conner
Birth Date:
1925-11-25
Deceased Date:
2013-11-04
Obituary:
V.C. Conner, 87, died Monday, Nov. 4, 2013.
Mass will be celebrated at 1 p.m. Friday in St. Martin Catholic Church with Father Rex Nicholl as celebrant. Burial will be in Llano Cemetery. Arrangements are by Warford-Walker Mortuary, 509 N. Hughes St.
V.C. Conner was born Nov. 25, 1925, in Wichita Falls to Rosetta Witherspoon. Upon moving to Amarillo, he attended Patton High School and later enlisted in the Navy in 1944. He served during World War II and received an honorable discharge in 1947.
He worked for Amarillo Country Club as a head waiter for a number of years and also as a custodian for corporate offices and private homes until his retirement.
He participated with Knight of Columbus and Shriners.
During his active years he loved to tell jokes, party and have fun. He was well-versed in several foreign languages, which earned him the name China man.
V.C. supported and participated in many community functions sponsored by St. Martin Church.
He was preceded in death by his mother; four brothers, Carl Witherspoon, J.T. “Monkey” Witherspoon and wife Dorothy, Allen Witherspoon and Willie Witherspoon; two sisters, Maggie Porter Campbell and husband Cordell and Betty “Dutch” Witherspoon.
Survivors include his loving wife of 63 years, Earma Lee Conner of Amarillo; a brother, the Rev. Osborne Witherspoon of Terrell; two sisters-in-law, Dorothy Witherspoon and husband Carl of San Francisco and Dorothy Witherspoon and husband Allen of Wichita Falls; a son, Vernon Conner and wife LaVern; a special daughter, Elizabeth Conner Gipson of Amarillo; three grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren; and a host of nieces, nephews, relatives and friends.
V.C. Conner, 87, died Monday, Nov. 4, 2013.
Mass will be celebrated at 1 p.m. Friday in St. Martin Catholic Church with Father Rex Nicholl as celebrant. Burial will be in Llano Cemetery. Arrangements are by Warford-Walker Mortuary, 509 N. Hughes St.
V.C. Conner was born Nov. 25, 1925, in Wichita Falls to Rosetta Witherspoon. Upon moving to Amarillo, he attended Patton High School and later enlisted in the Navy in 1944. He served during World War II and received an honorable discharge in 1947.
He worked for Amarillo Country Club as a head waiter for a number of years and also as a custodian for corporate offices and private homes until his retirement.
He participated with Knight of Columbus and Shriners.
During his active years he loved to tell jokes, party and have fun. He was well-versed in several foreign languages, which earned him the name China man.
V.C. supported and participated in many community functions sponsored by St. Martin Church.
He was preceded in death by his mother; four brothers, Carl Witherspoon, J.T. “Monkey” Witherspoon and wife Dorothy, Allen Witherspoon and Willie Witherspoon; two sisters, Maggie Porter Campbell and husband Cordell and Betty “Dutch” Witherspoon.
Survivors include his loving wife of 63 years, Earma Lee Conner of Amarillo; a brother, the Rev. Osborne Witherspoon of Terrell; two sisters-in-law, Dorothy Witherspoon and husband Carl of San Francisco and Dorothy Witherspoon and husband Allen of Wichita Falls; a son, Vernon Conner and wife LaVern; a special daughter, Elizabeth Conner Gipson of Amarillo; three grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren; and a host of nieces, nephews, relatives and friends.
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Clarence Eugene Cook
Deceased Date:
2011-02-18
Obituary:
Clarence Eugene Cook, 64, of Amarillo died Friday, February 18, 2011, in Amarillo. Memorial services were at 3:30 p.m. Tuesday, March 1, 2011 in Emmanuel Church of God in Christ with the Rev. E.L. Demerson officiating.
Clarence Cook was born in Amarillo to Eugene and Anita Jones Cook in 1946. He attended public schools in Amarillo and was a graduate of Carver High School.
Survivors include his wife, Phyllis Kay Cook of Amarillo; five daughters, Ramona Oatman, Jascha, Babie Latonya, Maranda and Concetta Cook; seven sons, Clarence Jr., Coyous, George Eugene Cook, Don Ray, Willie Joe and Anotione Gentry and Jacob Martin; two sisters, Anastasia and Sabrina Cooks; two brothers, Eugene and Dwight Cooks; 32 grandchildren; and 30 great-grandchildren.
Clarence Eugene Cook, 64, of Amarillo died Friday, February 18, 2011, in Amarillo. Memorial services were at 3:30 p.m. Tuesday, March 1, 2011 in Emmanuel Church of God in Christ with the Rev. E.L. Demerson officiating.
Clarence Cook was born in Amarillo to Eugene and Anita Jones Cook in 1946. He attended public schools in Amarillo and was a graduate of Carver High School.
Survivors include his wife, Phyllis Kay Cook of Amarillo; five daughters, Ramona Oatman, Jascha, Babie Latonya, Maranda and Concetta Cook; seven sons, Clarence Jr., Coyous, George Eugene Cook, Don Ray, Willie Joe and Anotione Gentry and Jacob Martin; two sisters, Anastasia and Sabrina Cooks; two brothers, Eugene and Dwight Cooks; 32 grandchildren; and 30 great-grandchildren.
Richard Thornton
- July 7th, 2011
I will reflect on the good times that we spent in OKC, and not the dark times when you returned to Amarillo. Friendship is at times difficult, in that we accept a person as they are and not as we want.Rest in peace.
Karl Davis
Birth Date:
1958-09-24
Deceased Date:
2011-08-27
Obituary:
Karl Davis, 52, of Amarillo died Saturday, August 27, 2011.
Services will be at 11 a.m. Saturday, September 3, 2011 at St. John Baptist Church with the Rev. Dock Smith officiating. Arrangements are by Warford-Walker Mortuary, 509 N. Hughes St.
Mr. Davis was born Sepeptember 24, 1958, in Amarillo to J.V. and Sybil Davis. He grew up in Amarillo, attending Hilltop Elementary School and Carver Junior and Senior High School. While living in Denver he attended Cole High School.
Karl was formerly employed with Ricky’s Cleaning Service, Backyard Adventures and Car Quest.
Survivors include his devoted sister, Stacy Davis-Griffin and husband Dennis Griffin of Amarillo; two nieces, Haley and Tori Griffin, both of Amarillo; two stepsisters, Patricia Jones and Anetha Alford of Dallas; stepmother Margie Davis of Amarillo; six aunts, Bobbie Ann Rollins, Joy McWright of Denver, Beverly Winston and husband Ray, Christine Henderson of Houston, Casandra Anderson and husband Vernon of Amarillo and Madland Jones of Dallas; and two uncles, Marcellus Davis of Garland and Stanton Davis of Dallas.
Karl Davis, 52, of Amarillo died Saturday, August 27, 2011.
Services will be at 11 a.m. Saturday, September 3, 2011 at St. John Baptist Church with the Rev. Dock Smith officiating. Arrangements are by Warford-Walker Mortuary, 509 N. Hughes St.
Mr. Davis was born Sepeptember 24, 1958, in Amarillo to J.V. and Sybil Davis. He grew up in Amarillo, attending Hilltop Elementary School and Carver Junior and Senior High School. While living in Denver he attended Cole High School.
Karl was formerly employed with Ricky’s Cleaning Service, Backyard Adventures and Car Quest.
Survivors include his devoted sister, Stacy Davis-Griffin and husband Dennis Griffin of Amarillo; two nieces, Haley and Tori Griffin, both of Amarillo; two stepsisters, Patricia Jones and Anetha Alford of Dallas; stepmother Margie Davis of Amarillo; six aunts, Bobbie Ann Rollins, Joy McWright of Denver, Beverly Winston and husband Ray, Christine Henderson of Houston, Casandra Anderson and husband Vernon of Amarillo and Madland Jones of Dallas; and two uncles, Marcellus Davis of Garland and Stanton Davis of Dallas.
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Ethel Lee DeBose
Birth Date:
1947-10-15
Deceased Date:
2011-12-10
Obituary:
Ethel Lee DeBose, 64, of Amarillo died Thursday, December 1, 2011.
Memorial services were at 1 p.m. Saturday, December 10, 2011 in Warford-Walker Mortuary Chapel with the Rev. E.J. Cofer, pastor of New Birth Bible Fellowship Church.
Ms. DeBose was born October 15, 1947, in Waco. The family moved to Amarillo when she was very young, and she graduated from Carver High School. Ms. DeBose attended beauty school and became a beautician.
Survivors include her mother, Idella DeBose, and an aunt, Maggie Harris, both of Amarillo
Ethel Lee DeBose, 64, of Amarillo died Thursday, December 1, 2011.
Memorial services were at 1 p.m. Saturday, December 10, 2011 in Warford-Walker Mortuary Chapel with the Rev. E.J. Cofer, pastor of New Birth Bible Fellowship Church.
Ms. DeBose was born October 15, 1947, in Waco. The family moved to Amarillo when she was very young, and she graduated from Carver High School. Ms. DeBose attended beauty school and became a beautician.
Survivors include her mother, Idella DeBose, and an aunt, Maggie Harris, both of Amarillo
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Robert Douglas
Birth Date:
1956-04-05
Deceased Date:
2014-05-17
Obituary:
Robert C. Douglas, 58 died on May 17, 2014. He was born to Edwin C and Rosie L. Douglas on April 5, 1956 in Amarillo, Texas. He was reared and attended the public schools of Amarillo, graduating from Palo Duro High School in 1974. He attended Fort Hayes Staten University in Fort Hayes, Kansas on a football scholarship. He graduated with a Bachelor’s Degree in Science. Robert was employed by International Paper Company.
On August 11, 1979, Robert married Dianna L. Hollings.
He leaves to cherish his memory: his wife, Dianna; 2 daughters, Juanshea Douglas and Claytonia Douglas; 4 grandchildren, Unique, Uvante’, U’kobe, and Uvonna; 4 brothers, Edwin C. Douglas, Jr (Lena), Jonathan Douglas (Joan), Michael Douglas and Shaheed Douglas; 8 sisters, Ruby Byndom, Rose Owens (William), Cynthia Jefferson (Clifford), Becky White, Lottie Douglas, Lawanda Smith, Stacy Butler and Elizabeth “Lucky” Douglas.
Wake services today from 7-8 at Warford-Walker Mortuary Chapel. Services to be held on Saturday, May 25, 2014 at 11 a.m. in Pentecostal Temple COGIC 362 Oak St. Amarillo, TX. Superintendent Elijah Demerson, Pastor and Dr. Lee Simpson, Officiating. Burial at Llano Cemetery in Amarillo, TX.
Final Arrangements entrusted to Warford-Walker Mortuary 509 N. Hughes St. Amarillo, TX.
The Douglas home is 3017 N. Vernon St. Amarillo, TX 79107 for those who desire to call upon the family.
Robert C. Douglas, 58 died on May 17, 2014. He was born to Edwin C and Rosie L. Douglas on April 5, 1956 in Amarillo, Texas. He was reared and attended the public schools of Amarillo, graduating from Palo Duro High School in 1974. He attended Fort Hayes Staten University in Fort Hayes, Kansas on a football scholarship. He graduated with a Bachelor’s Degree in Science. Robert was employed by International Paper Company.
On August 11, 1979, Robert married Dianna L. Hollings.
He leaves to cherish his memory: his wife, Dianna; 2 daughters, Juanshea Douglas and Claytonia Douglas; 4 grandchildren, Unique, Uvante’, U’kobe, and Uvonna; 4 brothers, Edwin C. Douglas, Jr (Lena), Jonathan Douglas (Joan), Michael Douglas and Shaheed Douglas; 8 sisters, Ruby Byndom, Rose Owens (William), Cynthia Jefferson (Clifford), Becky White, Lottie Douglas, Lawanda Smith, Stacy Butler and Elizabeth “Lucky” Douglas.
Wake services today from 7-8 at Warford-Walker Mortuary Chapel. Services to be held on Saturday, May 25, 2014 at 11 a.m. in Pentecostal Temple COGIC 362 Oak St. Amarillo, TX. Superintendent Elijah Demerson, Pastor and Dr. Lee Simpson, Officiating. Burial at Llano Cemetery in Amarillo, TX.
Final Arrangements entrusted to Warford-Walker Mortuary 509 N. Hughes St. Amarillo, TX.
The Douglas home is 3017 N. Vernon St. Amarillo, TX 79107 for those who desire to call upon the family.
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Alice F. Dunlap (Pointer)
Birth Date:
1944-04-07
Deceased Date:
2009-08-01
Obituary:
Alice F. Dunlap, 65, of Amarillo died Saturday, August 1, 2009.
Services were at 1:30 p.m. Friday, August 7, 2009 in New Covenant Baptist Church with Bishop James M. Mims, pastor, officiating. Burial in Llano Cemetery by Golden Gate Mortuary, 1416 N. Hughes St.
Alice F. Dunlap was born April 7, 1944, in Henrietta to the late Fernanders and Odessa Mae Pointer. She attended Carver High School and Amarillo College. She worked most of her career with the federal government, beginning with the Department of the Interior, Department of Human Resources and Social Security Hearings and Appeals. She was a member of New Covenant Missionary Baptist Church.
Survivors include a sister, Mary M. Mallett of Los Angeles; two daughters, Cassandra Dunlap and Mary L. Johnson and husband Roland, all of Sacramento, Calif.; a son, Lowell A. Dunlap of Sacramento; and 10 grandchildren, all of Sacramento.
Viewing was from 1 to 7 p.m. Thursday, August 6, 2009 at the funeral home.
Alice F. Dunlap, 65, of Amarillo died Saturday, August 1, 2009.
Services were at 1:30 p.m. Friday, August 7, 2009 in New Covenant Baptist Church with Bishop James M. Mims, pastor, officiating. Burial in Llano Cemetery by Golden Gate Mortuary, 1416 N. Hughes St.
Alice F. Dunlap was born April 7, 1944, in Henrietta to the late Fernanders and Odessa Mae Pointer. She attended Carver High School and Amarillo College. She worked most of her career with the federal government, beginning with the Department of the Interior, Department of Human Resources and Social Security Hearings and Appeals. She was a member of New Covenant Missionary Baptist Church.
Survivors include a sister, Mary M. Mallett of Los Angeles; two daughters, Cassandra Dunlap and Mary L. Johnson and husband Roland, all of Sacramento, Calif.; a son, Lowell A. Dunlap of Sacramento; and 10 grandchildren, all of Sacramento.
Viewing was from 1 to 7 p.m. Thursday, August 6, 2009 at the funeral home.
James Carter
- April 7th, 2016
HAPPY BIRTHDAY GRAN! Your memory is very much alive!
Leslie Williams
- November 26th, 2011
I'm going to really miss you Aunt Alice,my sister Betty Roland and my other siblings with whom we share families with are indeed glad we knew you and were loved by you. May God be with you always.
Reka R. Eaton (Richmond)
Deceased Date:
2012-12-21
Obituary:
EATON, Reka A Memorial Service for Mrs. Reka R. Eaton will be held Saturday, December 22, 2012, 11 am, Cascade Chapel. Family and friends are asked to assemble at the chapel at 10:30 am on the day of service. She leaves to cherish her memory, husband, John Eaton; daughter, Rev. Lynne E. Washington (Larry), Richmond, VA.; son, Timothy Eaton (Tonya), Atlanta; grandchildren, Amanda Washington, Washington D.C., John and Noah Washington, both of Richmond, VA. ; uncle, George Richardson, Oklahoma City, OK.; aunts, Julia Arceneaux and Clara Wilson, both of San Marcos, Texas; a host of cousins, family and friends.
EATON, Reka A Memorial Service for Mrs. Reka R. Eaton will be held Saturday, December 22, 2012, 11 am, Cascade Chapel. Family and friends are asked to assemble at the chapel at 10:30 am on the day of service. She leaves to cherish her memory, husband, John Eaton; daughter, Rev. Lynne E. Washington (Larry), Richmond, VA.; son, Timothy Eaton (Tonya), Atlanta; grandchildren, Amanda Washington, Washington D.C., John and Noah Washington, both of Richmond, VA. ; uncle, George Richardson, Oklahoma City, OK.; aunts, Julia Arceneaux and Clara Wilson, both of San Marcos, Texas; a host of cousins, family and friends.
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Sharla Franklin (Dansby)
Birth Date:
1955-11-21
Deceased Date:
2015-12-03
Obituary:
Sharla Marie Franklin was born to Tom and Ada Dansby in Amarillo, Texas. Her parents knew on that day she was a bundle of joy.
She attended St. Martin Catholic School and schools with in the AISD. After graduation, she attended Amarillo Jr. College where she received the Associate degree. She was pursing obtaining a Real Estate License.
It is difficult to describe our dear Sharla. She was graceful, full of life and were helpful to those in need. There were very few times that you saw a frown on her face. Sharla enjoyed and love to travel.
When she was given the news regarding her cancer, she chose to fight, to the very end.
She was preceded in death by her father: Tom Dansby; a sister: Rubee Dansby; and an aunt: Ida Bell. She leaves to honor her life her mother Mrs. Ada Dansby-Bradley, Amarillo, Texas; two daughters: Ms. Tharla Franklin, Colorado Springs; Mrs. Candace (Tony) Franklin-Livley, Atlanta, Georgia; nine grandchildren, two great-grandchildren; three sisters: Gail Dansby, Mary Jewel, Kathy Dansby; and four brothers: Willie Danny Dansby, Thomas Dansby, Timothy Dansby and Thomas Dansby Williams. Also a host uncles, aunts, nieces and nephews and special friends.
Sharla Marie Franklin was born to Tom and Ada Dansby in Amarillo, Texas. Her parents knew on that day she was a bundle of joy.
She attended St. Martin Catholic School and schools with in the AISD. After graduation, she attended Amarillo Jr. College where she received the Associate degree. She was pursing obtaining a Real Estate License.
It is difficult to describe our dear Sharla. She was graceful, full of life and were helpful to those in need. There were very few times that you saw a frown on her face. Sharla enjoyed and love to travel.
When she was given the news regarding her cancer, she chose to fight, to the very end.
She was preceded in death by her father: Tom Dansby; a sister: Rubee Dansby; and an aunt: Ida Bell. She leaves to honor her life her mother Mrs. Ada Dansby-Bradley, Amarillo, Texas; two daughters: Ms. Tharla Franklin, Colorado Springs; Mrs. Candace (Tony) Franklin-Livley, Atlanta, Georgia; nine grandchildren, two great-grandchildren; three sisters: Gail Dansby, Mary Jewel, Kathy Dansby; and four brothers: Willie Danny Dansby, Thomas Dansby, Timothy Dansby and Thomas Dansby Williams. Also a host uncles, aunts, nieces and nephews and special friends.
There are currently no tributes.
Patricia A. Gilbreath
Deceased Date:
2015-04-26
Obituary:
Patricia A. Gilbreath, 58, of Amarillo died Thursday, March 26, 2015.
Services will be at 11 a.m. Friday in St. John Missionary Baptist Church, 2301 N.W. 14th Ave. Burial will be in Llano Cemetery. Arrangements are by Warford-Walker Mortuary, 509 N. Hughes St.
Mrs. Gilbreath was born in Amarillo. She attended North Heights Elementary School, Carver Junior/Senior High School and was a 1974 graduate of Amarillo High School. She was a lifetime member of Greater Mount Olive Baptist Church.
Survivors include a son, LeTravin Gilbreath and wife LaKyma of Los Angeles; a daughter, DeShanza Gilbreath and Scott Johnson of Amarillo; three brothers, Louis Gilbreath and wife Mary of Henderson, Nev., Wardell Gilbreath and wife Audrey of Katy and Gilbert Gilbreath and wife Wanda of Denver; three sisters, Juanetta Bradley of Amarillo and Brenda Gilbreath and Ramona Gilbreath, both of Houston; a grandson, Lanson Gilbreath of Los Angeles; three aunts, Vurnell Gilbreath, Bertha Bowers and Ruby Mitchell; an uncle, Robert Musgrove of Tulsa, Okla.; and numerous nieces, nephews and cousins.
Patricia A. Gilbreath, 58, of Amarillo died Thursday, March 26, 2015.
Services will be at 11 a.m. Friday in St. John Missionary Baptist Church, 2301 N.W. 14th Ave. Burial will be in Llano Cemetery. Arrangements are by Warford-Walker Mortuary, 509 N. Hughes St.
Mrs. Gilbreath was born in Amarillo. She attended North Heights Elementary School, Carver Junior/Senior High School and was a 1974 graduate of Amarillo High School. She was a lifetime member of Greater Mount Olive Baptist Church.
Survivors include a son, LeTravin Gilbreath and wife LaKyma of Los Angeles; a daughter, DeShanza Gilbreath and Scott Johnson of Amarillo; three brothers, Louis Gilbreath and wife Mary of Henderson, Nev., Wardell Gilbreath and wife Audrey of Katy and Gilbert Gilbreath and wife Wanda of Denver; three sisters, Juanetta Bradley of Amarillo and Brenda Gilbreath and Ramona Gilbreath, both of Houston; a grandson, Lanson Gilbreath of Los Angeles; three aunts, Vurnell Gilbreath, Bertha Bowers and Ruby Mitchell; an uncle, Robert Musgrove of Tulsa, Okla.; and numerous nieces, nephews and cousins.
There are currently no tributes.
Harold Gilmore Sr.
Birth Date:
1949-04-30
Deceased Date:
2013-03-06
Obituary:
Harold Gilmore Sr., 70, of Amarillo died Wednesday, March 6, 2013.
Services will be at 1 p.m. Friday in New Hope Baptist Church with the Rev. Tiller Watson, pastor, officiating. Burial will be in Llano Cemetery. Arrangements are by Warford-Walker Mortuary, 509 N. Hughes St.
Mr. Gilmore was born April 30, 1942, in Clarendon. He attended North Heights and Carver High School in Amarillo. He was formerly employed with Amarillo Smelter and Amarillo Independent School District of Amarillo.
Survivors include his wife, Lillie Pearl Gilmore; three sons, Harold Gilmore Jr. and wife Keeshi, Joseph Gilmore and wife Veronica and Troy Johnson and wife Camelia, all of Amarillo; two daughters, April Gilmore and Corliss Harris and husband Shawn, all of Amarillo; 14 grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren; his mother-in-law, Hattie Mae Hurd of Amarillo; three sisters, Ruthie Darrows of Houston, Hellene Heath and Stella Aldridge, both of Dallas; a brother, Robert Heath of Dallas; five brothers-in-law, William F. Hurd and wife Renee, Lon Hurd and Silas Hurd, all of Dallas, and Calvin Hurd and Olaf Hurd, both of Amarillo; three sisters-in-law, Darlene Douglas and husband Edwin of Raytown, Mo., Sarah “Jean” Bates and husband Charles of Arlington and Larita “Sha” Crayton of Hallsville; and a host of cousins and other relatives.
Harold Gilmore Sr., 70, of Amarillo died Wednesday, March 6, 2013.
Services will be at 1 p.m. Friday in New Hope Baptist Church with the Rev. Tiller Watson, pastor, officiating. Burial will be in Llano Cemetery. Arrangements are by Warford-Walker Mortuary, 509 N. Hughes St.
Mr. Gilmore was born April 30, 1942, in Clarendon. He attended North Heights and Carver High School in Amarillo. He was formerly employed with Amarillo Smelter and Amarillo Independent School District of Amarillo.
Survivors include his wife, Lillie Pearl Gilmore; three sons, Harold Gilmore Jr. and wife Keeshi, Joseph Gilmore and wife Veronica and Troy Johnson and wife Camelia, all of Amarillo; two daughters, April Gilmore and Corliss Harris and husband Shawn, all of Amarillo; 14 grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren; his mother-in-law, Hattie Mae Hurd of Amarillo; three sisters, Ruthie Darrows of Houston, Hellene Heath and Stella Aldridge, both of Dallas; a brother, Robert Heath of Dallas; five brothers-in-law, William F. Hurd and wife Renee, Lon Hurd and Silas Hurd, all of Dallas, and Calvin Hurd and Olaf Hurd, both of Amarillo; three sisters-in-law, Darlene Douglas and husband Edwin of Raytown, Mo., Sarah “Jean” Bates and husband Charles of Arlington and Larita “Sha” Crayton of Hallsville; and a host of cousins and other relatives.
There are currently no tributes.
Allen R. Graves
Birth Date:
1950-08-06
Deceased Date:
2014-06-21
Obituary:
Allen R. Graves, 63, died June 21, 2014, Amarillo, TX.
Service will be Friday, June 27, 2014 in Anderson Chapel Sanctuary of Praise at 11am, Reverend Robert Graves, pastor and eulogist.
Allen Ray Graves (teek-papa) was born August 6, 1950, in Amarillo, Texas, to LC Graves and Jessie Graves.
Allen loved his family and his grand and great-grand children were the love of his life. He enjoyed playing chess and fishing.
He graduated from West Texas State University with a Master’s of Arts Degree in counseling. He was the program Director of the Aware Program and the Co Founder of the Amarillo Transitional Treatment Center.
He was preceded in death by his dad, LC Graves; daughter, Porshonda Oliver; two great-grand sons, King and Cornelius Jones
Survivors are: His wife of 40 years, Deborah Ann Graves of Amarillo, TX. His rock, his wonderful mother, Jessie R. Anderson of Amarillo, TX. Eight Brothers; Cecil Graves, Robert Graves (Bonnie), Charles Graves (Angie), Don Graves (Ann), Gene Graves (Ness), Jerry Graves (Doris), Arthur Graves (Kerri), Anthony Graves (Angie) All of Amarillo, Texas. Sister; Elsa Graves of Amarillo, TX. Four Sons; Byron Graves of Dallas, Texas, Dewayne Calloway of Kansas, Doug Mitchell of Austin, Texas, and Elroy Graves of Amarillo, Texas.Eleven Daughters; Alicia Graves of Amarillo, Texas, Tonya Owens of Arlington, Texas. Stephanie Calloway of Kansas, Carolyn Burks of Amarillo, Texas, Lidia Dailey, Amarillo, Texas, Toshiba Bernard of South Carolina, Nay Nay Mitchell, Porshena Echols, Porshanra Oliver, Mary May, Shaneice Hughes all of Amarillo, Texas. Amanda Gonzales of Houston, his road dog, Shakira Burks (born on his birthday)
21 Grand children and 6 Great grand children
His is further survived by nieces, nephew, relatives and friends
In lieu of flowers, please make donations in Allen’s name to the Transitional Treatment Center located at 9300 SE 3rd Amarillo, TX 79118
Visitation at funeral home today from 1pm until 6pm.
Allen R. Graves, 63, died June 21, 2014, Amarillo, TX.
Service will be Friday, June 27, 2014 in Anderson Chapel Sanctuary of Praise at 11am, Reverend Robert Graves, pastor and eulogist.
Allen Ray Graves (teek-papa) was born August 6, 1950, in Amarillo, Texas, to LC Graves and Jessie Graves.
Allen loved his family and his grand and great-grand children were the love of his life. He enjoyed playing chess and fishing.
He graduated from West Texas State University with a Master’s of Arts Degree in counseling. He was the program Director of the Aware Program and the Co Founder of the Amarillo Transitional Treatment Center.
He was preceded in death by his dad, LC Graves; daughter, Porshonda Oliver; two great-grand sons, King and Cornelius Jones
Survivors are: His wife of 40 years, Deborah Ann Graves of Amarillo, TX. His rock, his wonderful mother, Jessie R. Anderson of Amarillo, TX. Eight Brothers; Cecil Graves, Robert Graves (Bonnie), Charles Graves (Angie), Don Graves (Ann), Gene Graves (Ness), Jerry Graves (Doris), Arthur Graves (Kerri), Anthony Graves (Angie) All of Amarillo, Texas. Sister; Elsa Graves of Amarillo, TX. Four Sons; Byron Graves of Dallas, Texas, Dewayne Calloway of Kansas, Doug Mitchell of Austin, Texas, and Elroy Graves of Amarillo, Texas.Eleven Daughters; Alicia Graves of Amarillo, Texas, Tonya Owens of Arlington, Texas. Stephanie Calloway of Kansas, Carolyn Burks of Amarillo, Texas, Lidia Dailey, Amarillo, Texas, Toshiba Bernard of South Carolina, Nay Nay Mitchell, Porshena Echols, Porshanra Oliver, Mary May, Shaneice Hughes all of Amarillo, Texas. Amanda Gonzales of Houston, his road dog, Shakira Burks (born on his birthday)
21 Grand children and 6 Great grand children
His is further survived by nieces, nephew, relatives and friends
In lieu of flowers, please make donations in Allen’s name to the Transitional Treatment Center located at 9300 SE 3rd Amarillo, TX 79118
Visitation at funeral home today from 1pm until 6pm.
Elroy Graves
- June 23rd, 2022
When pain gets strong you can't think,you can't reason& sometimes you can't figure things out. Sometimes we are so engrossed in the pain that we don't get the point. You can have pain so bad that you stop smiling and you don't have your personality because your pain is stopping you from being who you are. Your purpose is not to get lost in the dark but to be a light to others. -Allen Ray Graves
Elroy Oliver
- June 23rd, 2022
Give ur ppl their flowers while their still alive because we wait too long for ppl to become ancestors before we pay homage to themð
Darrell R. Griffin
Deceased Date:
2009-01-11
Obituary:
Darrell R. Griffin, 55, of Amarillo died Sunday, January 11, 2009.
Services were at 11 a.m. Thursday January 15, 2009 in New Covenant Baptist Church with Bishop James Mims, pastor, and Superintendent A.L. Gipson of Jerusalem Church of God in Christ officiating. Burial in Llano Cemetery by Golden Gate Mortuary, 1416 N. Hughes St.
Darrell was born in Amarillo. He worked for J.B. Swift Co. and was a member of Jerusalem Church of God in Christ.
Survivors include three nieces, Colette Sterling and Victoria Flody, both of Killeen, and Karmyn West of Marrero, La.; and Superintendent A.L. Gipson, pastor and friend.
Darrell R. Griffin, 55, of Amarillo died Sunday, January 11, 2009.
Services were at 11 a.m. Thursday January 15, 2009 in New Covenant Baptist Church with Bishop James Mims, pastor, and Superintendent A.L. Gipson of Jerusalem Church of God in Christ officiating. Burial in Llano Cemetery by Golden Gate Mortuary, 1416 N. Hughes St.
Darrell was born in Amarillo. He worked for J.B. Swift Co. and was a member of Jerusalem Church of God in Christ.
Survivors include three nieces, Colette Sterling and Victoria Flody, both of Killeen, and Karmyn West of Marrero, La.; and Superintendent A.L. Gipson, pastor and friend.
There are currently no tributes.
Artie Mae Griffin
Birth Date:
1922-11-29
Deceased Date:
2008-06-23
Obituary:
Artie Mae Griffin, 85, of Amarillo died Monday, June 23, 2008.
Services were at 2:30 p.m. Saturday June 28, 2008 in Jenkins Chapel Baptist Church with the Rev. Darrel Fincher officiating. Burial in Llano Cemetery by Warford-Walker Mortuary, 509 N. Hughes St.
Mrs. Griffin was born Nov. 29, 1922, in Gilmer to David and Mary F. Craig. She had been a resident of Amarillo for 65 years.
For many years, she was employed by the Bronco Lodge and Holiday Inn. She was later employed by the Jim Hedgecoke family and helped rear their children.
She retired at the age of 70 and began assisting the aged by taking them to doctor appointments, grocery shopping and elsewhere.
As a very young widow, she reared six girls without welfare assistance, which she refused.
She was a member of Jenkins Chapel Baptist Church and enjoyed playing cards.
She lost her home and belongings to a house fire in March and became a resident of a nursing home.
She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband; a son, Albert Don Griffin; and two daughters, Bessie Mae Crain and Ethel Jean Monroe.
Survivors include four daughters, Johnnie Delores Robinson and husband Jonathan of Borger, Bobbie Griffin of Hayward, Calif., Georgetta Cook of San Jose, Calif., and Stephanie Gilbreath of Amarillo; a sister, Mae Della Bradley of Amarillo; a brother, David Craig; 11 grandchildren; and many great-grandchildren.
Artie Mae Griffin, 85, of Amarillo died Monday, June 23, 2008.
Services were at 2:30 p.m. Saturday June 28, 2008 in Jenkins Chapel Baptist Church with the Rev. Darrel Fincher officiating. Burial in Llano Cemetery by Warford-Walker Mortuary, 509 N. Hughes St.
Mrs. Griffin was born Nov. 29, 1922, in Gilmer to David and Mary F. Craig. She had been a resident of Amarillo for 65 years.
For many years, she was employed by the Bronco Lodge and Holiday Inn. She was later employed by the Jim Hedgecoke family and helped rear their children.
She retired at the age of 70 and began assisting the aged by taking them to doctor appointments, grocery shopping and elsewhere.
As a very young widow, she reared six girls without welfare assistance, which she refused.
She was a member of Jenkins Chapel Baptist Church and enjoyed playing cards.
She lost her home and belongings to a house fire in March and became a resident of a nursing home.
She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband; a son, Albert Don Griffin; and two daughters, Bessie Mae Crain and Ethel Jean Monroe.
Survivors include four daughters, Johnnie Delores Robinson and husband Jonathan of Borger, Bobbie Griffin of Hayward, Calif., Georgetta Cook of San Jose, Calif., and Stephanie Gilbreath of Amarillo; a sister, Mae Della Bradley of Amarillo; a brother, David Craig; 11 grandchildren; and many great-grandchildren.
There are currently no tributes.
Billy Carl Hall
Birth Date:
1948-07-17
Deceased Date:
2014-06-01
Obituary:
Billy Carl Hall, 65, died June 1, 2014. Amarillo, TX
Service will be Thursday, June 26, 2014 at 11am in Love Fellowship Church, Bishop Warren Coble, Pastor and eulogist
Arrangements by Golden Gate Mortuary, 1416 N. Hughes. Burial at Llano Cemetery
Billy Carl Hall was born July 17, 1948, in Borger, Texas. The son of Mary Wright Hall and Cecil Hall.
He attended Carver High School and was a trucker until his health failed.
He made a profession of his faith and was a member of Ebenezer Church of Amarillo, Reverend Gail Miles, pastor. He was a faithful usher and enjoyed missionary work.
He is survived by: Sister; Flossie Mae Washington and husband James of Pittsburg CA. Brother; Thurman Hall and wife Yvonne of Las Vegas, NevadaThree step-sisters and one step-brother. Special friends; Menyon Alexander and Robert Foster; both of Amarillo
Billy Carl Hall, 65, died June 1, 2014. Amarillo, TX
Service will be Thursday, June 26, 2014 at 11am in Love Fellowship Church, Bishop Warren Coble, Pastor and eulogist
Arrangements by Golden Gate Mortuary, 1416 N. Hughes. Burial at Llano Cemetery
Billy Carl Hall was born July 17, 1948, in Borger, Texas. The son of Mary Wright Hall and Cecil Hall.
He attended Carver High School and was a trucker until his health failed.
He made a profession of his faith and was a member of Ebenezer Church of Amarillo, Reverend Gail Miles, pastor. He was a faithful usher and enjoyed missionary work.
He is survived by: Sister; Flossie Mae Washington and husband James of Pittsburg CA. Brother; Thurman Hall and wife Yvonne of Las Vegas, NevadaThree step-sisters and one step-brother. Special friends; Menyon Alexander and Robert Foster; both of Amarillo
There are currently no tributes.
Sirena M. Harper (Smith)
Birth Date:
1949-04-25
Deceased Date:
2011-10-29
Obituary:
Sirena M. Harper, 62, of Amarillo died Saturday, October 29, 2011.
Services were at 11 a.m. Saturday, October 5, 2011 in North Heights Church of Christ with Nathaniel Cantly, pastor, and the Rev. Charlie Love of Amarillo Bible Fellowship officiating. Arrangements are by Golden Gate Mortuary, 1416 N. Hughes St.
Ms. Harper was born April 25, 1949, in Amarillo. She attended North Heights
Elementary School and Carver High School. She worked for Texas Panhandle Community Action — now known as Panhandle Community Services. She also worked for Jan Werner Adult Services for several years. She attended North Heights Church of Christ until her health failed.
Survivors include three sons, Edward Jewell Harper Jr., Dwayne Marvin Harper and Jerry Wayne Harper, all of Amarillo; a special son, Ken Smith of Amarillo; two daughters, Rhonda Harper and Bronda Evans and Bernard, all of Amarillo; two brothers, Marvin Smith and wife Maggie and Lorenzo Smith and wife Jean, all of Amarillo; 20 grandchildren; and five great-grandchildren.
Sirena M. Harper, 62, of Amarillo died Saturday, October 29, 2011.
Services were at 11 a.m. Saturday, October 5, 2011 in North Heights Church of Christ with Nathaniel Cantly, pastor, and the Rev. Charlie Love of Amarillo Bible Fellowship officiating. Arrangements are by Golden Gate Mortuary, 1416 N. Hughes St.
Ms. Harper was born April 25, 1949, in Amarillo. She attended North Heights
Elementary School and Carver High School. She worked for Texas Panhandle Community Action — now known as Panhandle Community Services. She also worked for Jan Werner Adult Services for several years. She attended North Heights Church of Christ until her health failed.
Survivors include three sons, Edward Jewell Harper Jr., Dwayne Marvin Harper and Jerry Wayne Harper, all of Amarillo; a special son, Ken Smith of Amarillo; two daughters, Rhonda Harper and Bronda Evans and Bernard, all of Amarillo; two brothers, Marvin Smith and wife Maggie and Lorenzo Smith and wife Jean, all of Amarillo; 20 grandchildren; and five great-grandchildren.
There are currently no tributes.
Henrietta Henderson
Deceased Date:
2014-04-18
Obituary:
Henrietta Henderson, 61, died Friday, April 18, 2014.
Services will be at 11 a.m. Saturday in Johnson Chapel African Methodist Episcopal Church, 1901 N. Washington St., with Pastor Phillip Randle officiating. Arrangements are by Warford-Walker Mortuary, 509 N. Hughes St.
Henrietta was born in Bryan.
Survivors include her daughters, Zakrya Gentry and Geteshia Henderson; two grandchildren, Lillian Thomas and Jaden Gentry; two sisters, Jearlene Smith and Joyce Reid, both of Amarillo; two brothers, Dock Henderson Jr. and wife Olivia of Houston and J.C. Henderson of Detroit; and a host of other relatives and friends.
Amarillo Globe-News, April 25, 2014
Henrietta Henderson, 61, died Friday, April 18, 2014.
Services will be at 11 a.m. Saturday in Johnson Chapel African Methodist Episcopal Church, 1901 N. Washington St., with Pastor Phillip Randle officiating. Arrangements are by Warford-Walker Mortuary, 509 N. Hughes St.
Henrietta was born in Bryan.
Survivors include her daughters, Zakrya Gentry and Geteshia Henderson; two grandchildren, Lillian Thomas and Jaden Gentry; two sisters, Jearlene Smith and Joyce Reid, both of Amarillo; two brothers, Dock Henderson Jr. and wife Olivia of Houston and J.C. Henderson of Detroit; and a host of other relatives and friends.
Amarillo Globe-News, April 25, 2014
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Billy Hisbon (Dallas)
Deceased Date:
2008-08-06
Obituary:
DALLAS – Billy Hisbon, 84, fomerly of Amarillo, died Wednesday, August 6, 2008. Graveside services were at 1 p.m. Saturday August 9, 2008 in Llano Cemetery East with the Rev. Henry Crawford, associate minister of Union Baptist Church in Dallas, officiating. Arrangements are by Warford-Walker Mortuary, 509 N. Hughes St.Billy Hisbon was a former teacher in the Amarillo Independent School District. God received Billy Hisbon at 1:11 a.m. Aug. 6 with his daughter, Debra Jean, and son-in-law Barry present for the send-off. Mr. Hisbon was passionate about coaching basketball at Carver High School, teaching math and serving as assistant principal at Sam Houston, serving as deacon and with finances at Jenkins Chapel Baptist Church, in Omega Psi fraternity and with Coldwell Banker Realtors. Billy’s family pockets from Dallas, Atlanta, Greenville and Amarillo will miss Mr. Hisbon’s wit, dedication and work ethic. He was a former member of Jenkins Chapel Baptist Church in Amarillo.Survivors include a daughter, Debra J. Hisbon-Lee and husband Barry of Stone Mountain, Ga.; and other relatives.Viewing was from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Friday August 8, 2008 and from 8 a.m. to 11 a.m. Saturday August 9, 2008 at the mortuary.
DALLAS – Billy Hisbon, 84, fomerly of Amarillo, died Wednesday, August 6, 2008. Graveside services were at 1 p.m. Saturday August 9, 2008 in Llano Cemetery East with the Rev. Henry Crawford, associate minister of Union Baptist Church in Dallas, officiating. Arrangements are by Warford-Walker Mortuary, 509 N. Hughes St.Billy Hisbon was a former teacher in the Amarillo Independent School District. God received Billy Hisbon at 1:11 a.m. Aug. 6 with his daughter, Debra Jean, and son-in-law Barry present for the send-off. Mr. Hisbon was passionate about coaching basketball at Carver High School, teaching math and serving as assistant principal at Sam Houston, serving as deacon and with finances at Jenkins Chapel Baptist Church, in Omega Psi fraternity and with Coldwell Banker Realtors. Billy’s family pockets from Dallas, Atlanta, Greenville and Amarillo will miss Mr. Hisbon’s wit, dedication and work ethic. He was a former member of Jenkins Chapel Baptist Church in Amarillo.Survivors include a daughter, Debra J. Hisbon-Lee and husband Barry of Stone Mountain, Ga.; and other relatives.Viewing was from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Friday August 8, 2008 and from 8 a.m. to 11 a.m. Saturday August 9, 2008 at the mortuary.
Douglas Burks
- May 8th, 2013
Coach Hisbon was my football coach at Sam Houston Jr. High in 1976 (I believe). Our team did not win any games that year. However, we loved Coach. My foster brother had him for Math and we reminisce those days often. He was an awesome, godly man. What a privaledge it was to know him and be coached by him. Many blessing to you and your family. May he rest in the arms of Him who created him. Very truely, Douglas Burks
Lincoln, Nebraska
Rose Mary Hodgest
Birth Date:
1958-01-19
Deceased Date:
2012-07-31
Obituary:
Rose Mary Hodgest, 54, of Amarillo died Tuesday, July 31, 2012.
Services were at 11 a.m. Saturday, August 11, 2012 at New Light Ministries with Bishop R. Murray and the Rev. E. Murray, pastor, officiating. Burial in Llano Cemetery. Arrangements are by Golden Gate Mortuary, 1416 N. Hughes St.
Rose Mary Hodgest was born January 19, 1958, in Amarillo. She attended Carver Junior High School and graduated from Tascosa High School.
Rose Mary lived an unselfish life and continually gave to people without a second thought. She loved her family unconditionally and was a great example of what love can do. She lived and fought the good fight of faith. She accepted Christ into her life in 2011.
Survivors include four brothers, Donald Hodgest Sr. of Carrollton, Edward Hodgest and Robert Hodgest, both of Amarillo and Kelvin Hodgest of Fort Worth; three sisters, Celestine Reed of Amarillo, Shirley Williams of McKinney and Tammie Roddey of Midland; a special friend, Billy Pollard; and many nieces and nephews.
Rose Mary Hodgest, 54, of Amarillo died Tuesday, July 31, 2012.
Services were at 11 a.m. Saturday, August 11, 2012 at New Light Ministries with Bishop R. Murray and the Rev. E. Murray, pastor, officiating. Burial in Llano Cemetery. Arrangements are by Golden Gate Mortuary, 1416 N. Hughes St.
Rose Mary Hodgest was born January 19, 1958, in Amarillo. She attended Carver Junior High School and graduated from Tascosa High School.
Rose Mary lived an unselfish life and continually gave to people without a second thought. She loved her family unconditionally and was a great example of what love can do. She lived and fought the good fight of faith. She accepted Christ into her life in 2011.
Survivors include four brothers, Donald Hodgest Sr. of Carrollton, Edward Hodgest and Robert Hodgest, both of Amarillo and Kelvin Hodgest of Fort Worth; three sisters, Celestine Reed of Amarillo, Shirley Williams of McKinney and Tammie Roddey of Midland; a special friend, Billy Pollard; and many nieces and nephews.
Shirley Williams
- October 17th, 2016
We miss you so much we'll know as (sister baby) and your family love you so much we miss your
smile you playing with the kids. And you want
never be forgot. You left so much love and all
your brother and sister miss you. And love you
Celestine -Stine
Edward -britch
Donald -Spoody
Shirley -shell
Tammie-tam
Robery-Robert Eard
Kelvin- frog
you are truly miss love your brother and sister.
The Hodgest family.
Charles Rayford Holleman
Birth Date:
1934-03-17
Deceased Date:
2008-03-08
Obituary:
Charles Rayford Holleman, 73, of Amarillo died Saturday, March 8, 2008.
Services will be at 2 p.m. Monday March 17, 2008 in Carter Chapel Primitive Baptist Church with the Rev. Herman Moore, pastor, and the Rev. Al Gibson officiating. Arrangements are by Warford-Walker Mortuary, 509 N. Hughes St.
Charles Rayford Holleman was born March 17, 1934, in Amarillo to John and Jessie Holleman. He attended Patten and Carver High Schools in Amarillo. After graduating, he joined the U.S. Army and completed a two-year tour. After retuning home, he worked for Southwestern Public Service, Amarillo Coca-Cola Bottling and Amarillo ISD before retiring.
Charles had a passion for music and played the piano and the organ.
He was preceded in death by his parents, a son and four brothers.
Survivors include his wife, Goldie; five sons, Charles Holleman Jr. and wife Lorie of Oklahoma City, Michael Holleman and wife Dolor of Dallas and Harold Holleman, Darrell Holleman and Caylon Don Holleman, all of Amarillo; six daughters, Jackie Holleman and Regina Holleman Akens, both of Los Angeles, Anita Hughes and husband Jerome, Donna Kay Holleman and husband David and Mary Holleman and husband Don, all of Amarillo, and Sophia Bridges of Atlanta; 13 grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren; and many other relatives and friends.
Charles Rayford Holleman, 73, of Amarillo died Saturday, March 8, 2008.
Services will be at 2 p.m. Monday March 17, 2008 in Carter Chapel Primitive Baptist Church with the Rev. Herman Moore, pastor, and the Rev. Al Gibson officiating. Arrangements are by Warford-Walker Mortuary, 509 N. Hughes St.
Charles Rayford Holleman was born March 17, 1934, in Amarillo to John and Jessie Holleman. He attended Patten and Carver High Schools in Amarillo. After graduating, he joined the U.S. Army and completed a two-year tour. After retuning home, he worked for Southwestern Public Service, Amarillo Coca-Cola Bottling and Amarillo ISD before retiring.
Charles had a passion for music and played the piano and the organ.
He was preceded in death by his parents, a son and four brothers.
Survivors include his wife, Goldie; five sons, Charles Holleman Jr. and wife Lorie of Oklahoma City, Michael Holleman and wife Dolor of Dallas and Harold Holleman, Darrell Holleman and Caylon Don Holleman, all of Amarillo; six daughters, Jackie Holleman and Regina Holleman Akens, both of Los Angeles, Anita Hughes and husband Jerome, Donna Kay Holleman and husband David and Mary Holleman and husband Don, all of Amarillo, and Sophia Bridges of Atlanta; 13 grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren; and many other relatives and friends.
There are currently no tributes.
Datra Lamont Hollings
Birth Date:
1953-04-11
Deceased Date:
2008-09-22
Obituary:
Datra Lamont Hollings, 55, of Amarillo died Monday, September 22, 2008.
Services were at 2 p.m. Saturday September 27, 2008 in Mount Zion Baptist Church. Burial in Llano Cemetery by Warford-Walker Mortuary, 509 N. Hughes St.
Datra Lamont Hollings was born April 11, 1953, in Amarillo to Jeff Datra Hollings Sr. and Lottie Celle Hollings. He attended Carver High School and graduated from Amarillo High. Datra didn’t stop there. He pursued higher education and graduated from Houston Tillison College.
He was a member of the POPGC Golf Club, Markwell Lodge No. 415, Ozair Shriners No. 146 and Phi Beta Sigma fraternity. He was a member of Mount Zion Baptist Church, where he served as an usher.
Datra’s smile, laugh and sense of humor will be greatly missed.
He was preceded in death by his father, Jeff Datra Hollings Sr.; his mother, Lottie Celle Dehorney Moore; his grandparents, Mattie and Luss Dehorney; two brothers, Albert Hollings and David C. Smith; and two sisters, Donna Hollings and Gerita K. Davis.
Survivors include his wife of 31 years, Janet Hollings; a daughter, Nicole Joyner of Lakewood, Colo.; two sons, Datra Hollings II of Amarillo and Devron Hollings of Hawaii; four brothers, Jeff Datra Hollings Sr. of Temple, Weldon Smith and wife Barbara of Denison, Stanley Hollings and Johnny Hollings; three sisters, Danella Jenkins, Denise Jernigan and husband Jimmy and Dianna Douglas and husband Robert, all of Amarillo; five grandchildren, Nauche, Dunyea, Daetrin, Dakarie and Nicole II; and a host of nephews, nieces, cousins and friends.
Datra Lamont Hollings, 55, of Amarillo died Monday, September 22, 2008.
Services were at 2 p.m. Saturday September 27, 2008 in Mount Zion Baptist Church. Burial in Llano Cemetery by Warford-Walker Mortuary, 509 N. Hughes St.
Datra Lamont Hollings was born April 11, 1953, in Amarillo to Jeff Datra Hollings Sr. and Lottie Celle Hollings. He attended Carver High School and graduated from Amarillo High. Datra didn’t stop there. He pursued higher education and graduated from Houston Tillison College.
He was a member of the POPGC Golf Club, Markwell Lodge No. 415, Ozair Shriners No. 146 and Phi Beta Sigma fraternity. He was a member of Mount Zion Baptist Church, where he served as an usher.
Datra’s smile, laugh and sense of humor will be greatly missed.
He was preceded in death by his father, Jeff Datra Hollings Sr.; his mother, Lottie Celle Dehorney Moore; his grandparents, Mattie and Luss Dehorney; two brothers, Albert Hollings and David C. Smith; and two sisters, Donna Hollings and Gerita K. Davis.
Survivors include his wife of 31 years, Janet Hollings; a daughter, Nicole Joyner of Lakewood, Colo.; two sons, Datra Hollings II of Amarillo and Devron Hollings of Hawaii; four brothers, Jeff Datra Hollings Sr. of Temple, Weldon Smith and wife Barbara of Denison, Stanley Hollings and Johnny Hollings; three sisters, Danella Jenkins, Denise Jernigan and husband Jimmy and Dianna Douglas and husband Robert, all of Amarillo; five grandchildren, Nauche, Dunyea, Daetrin, Dakarie and Nicole II; and a host of nephews, nieces, cousins and friends.
Denise Hollings-Jernigan
- November 15th, 2015
To my brother I really missed you. And I never will forget that you were trying to call me that Saturday when you passed away and I regret that I didn't return your call unitl the next day. I love you very much but I know you are in a better place. I'm still in shock about you passing away. I still find myself wanting to pick up the phone to call you.
Hervey Bolden
- January 31st, 2012
Datra Lamont, was my b-ro, we were as close as brothers. We talked every week about various things. One thing I miss is when b-ro would call me and tell me what happen on the front nine, (golf) who won the rabbit and who won the squirrel, then later I would hear about the other side, the back nine. Well Datra has played is front nine of life, and now has gone on to the back side, don't get it twisted the back nine is a better place and I encourge all to continue to run the race, like Datra did knowing that God loves you and that the victory is yours. Miss you my brother thanks for everything, even though I did not want the shoes I got them and I walk and play in them, in honor of you.
Jimmie Ray Hopson
Birth Date:
1957-04-10
Deceased Date:
2010-03-22
Obituary:
Jimmie Ray Hopson, 52, of Amarillo died Monday, March 22, 2010.
Jimmie was born April 10, 1957, in Amarillo to Ray and Florida Hood Hopson. He was reared in Amarillo and graduated in 1976 from Palo Duro High School. He was a Christian and enjoyed meeting and socializing with people. He worked for San Jacinto Baptist Church for several years and was most recently employed by Central Church of Christ, where he enjoyed his work.
He was preceded in death by his father, Ray Hopkins; his wife, Gerita Hollings; two sisters, Melba Johnson and Velinda Hood; and two brothers, Lawrence Hopson and Jerry Hopson.
Survivors include a son, Jimmie Ray Hopson Jr. and wife Krystal of Amarillo; a daughter, Thais Hopson of Amarillo; his mother, Florida Hopson of Amarillo; a brother, Perry Hopson of Amarillo; and numerous grandchildren, nephews, nieces and other relatives. He also raised Roshanda Grady, the daughter of a special friend, Demetria Grady.
Jimmie Ray Hopson, 52, of Amarillo died Monday, March 22, 2010.
Jimmie was born April 10, 1957, in Amarillo to Ray and Florida Hood Hopson. He was reared in Amarillo and graduated in 1976 from Palo Duro High School. He was a Christian and enjoyed meeting and socializing with people. He worked for San Jacinto Baptist Church for several years and was most recently employed by Central Church of Christ, where he enjoyed his work.
He was preceded in death by his father, Ray Hopkins; his wife, Gerita Hollings; two sisters, Melba Johnson and Velinda Hood; and two brothers, Lawrence Hopson and Jerry Hopson.
Survivors include a son, Jimmie Ray Hopson Jr. and wife Krystal of Amarillo; a daughter, Thais Hopson of Amarillo; his mother, Florida Hopson of Amarillo; a brother, Perry Hopson of Amarillo; and numerous grandchildren, nephews, nieces and other relatives. He also raised Roshanda Grady, the daughter of a special friend, Demetria Grady.
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