Walter "Butch" Yates
, Texas
March 28, 2026
A funeral service for Walter “Butch” Yates, , is scheduled for 2 p.m., Friday, April 3, 2026, at Autry Funeral Home in Jacksonville with Dr. Ron Whitt, Rev. Brian Larsen, and Rev. James Dumas officiating. He will be laid to rest at Still Waters Memorial Gardens.Visitation is scheduled for Thursday, April 2, 2026, from 5-7 p.m. at Autry Funeral Home in Jacksonville.Walter was born on February 14, 1949, in Bastrop, Louisiana, to Walter Jr. and Bivian Dorene (Frith) Yates and passed away on March 29, 2026, in Bullard.Butch proudly served two tours in Vietnam with the United States Army. Over the years he worked many trades, welder, truck driver, and missionary. He approached each one with a steady work ethic and a willingness to help wherever he was needed. Butch moved through life with an explorer’s spirit. He went through seasons of hobbies, from horseback riding to motorcycles, always chasing…
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Jerry Smelley
, Texas
March 31, 2026
Jerry Bob Smelley 84 of Athens Texas passed away on April 1 2026 at UT Health Tyler. Jerry is under the care of Dickie Allen Funeral Home in Cushing Texas Arrangements are pending.
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Junior Segrest
, Texas
Funeral service for Arvie Ralph (Junior) Segrest, 64, is scheduled for 2:00 p.m., Saturday, April 4, 2026, at Autry Funeral Home in Jacksonville with Pastor Robert Lemley officiating. He will be laid to rest at New Salem Cemetery in New Salem.Visitation will begin on Friday, April 3, 2026, from 6:00 p.m to 8:00 p.m. at Autry Funeral Home, Jacksonville.Junior was born on June 3rd, 1961, in San Diego, California, to Arvie Ralph Sr. and Mary Bob Bielecki. He passed away on March 28th, 2026, in Austin, Texas.In his lifetime, Junior was defined by his steadfast devotion to his family and an unmatched work ethic. Junior was the proud owner and operator of a land development company, fittingly named Diane’s Dirt after the love of his life and wife of 40 years. Junior was a builder in every sense of the word, from the business he poured himself into to the…
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Mazie Crayton
, Texas
Mazie Fedoll Crayton was born on December 11 1940 to the late Major Fuller and Lessie B. Smith Fuller. She was the fifth of six children and received her education in the Hallsville Public Schools. Mazie united with Christ at an early age and was a faithful and dedicated member of Northside Church of Christ. She was a gifted seamstress who found joy in sewing and creating for others. On August 4 1960 Mazie was united in holy matrimony to Curley Beatsy Crayton. To this union two children were born. She was preceded in death by her loving husband Curley Crayton her parents Major and Lessie B. Fuller one brother James Buddy Fuller and two sisters Dolly Waffer and Nettie Linvel. Mazie leaves to cherish her memory her sons Michael Crayton of Hallsville and Buren Wilder Sr. of Longview her daughters Wykennia Crayton Wilder of Arlington and Larita Sha Hurd…
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Gordon Allen Mclane
, Texas
March 25, 2026
A funeral service for Gordon Allen McLane, 78, is scheduled for 10 a.m., Saturday, April 4, 2026, at Autry Funeral Home in Frankston with Bro. Steve Handley officiating.Gordon was born on July 5, 1947, in Frankston, to Leonard and Thelma (Hines) McLane and passed away on March 26, 2026, in Frankston.Gordon was a carpenter through and through and he poured his passion into countless projects over the years. He spent his life doing what he loved most, building, creating, and putting his hands to good, honest work. He shared those skills generously, teaching his family the value of hard work, patience, and doing a job the right way. Above all else, Gordon loved his wife, Paula, with whom he shared 55 years of devotion and partnership. His family was the center of his world. He was also a faithful member of the Church of Christ.Gordon was preceded in death by…
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Nadia Jo Massey
, Texas
A Celebration of Life service for Nadia Jo “Nanny” Massey, 95, of Jacksonville, is scheduled for 10:00 a.m., Friday, April 10, 2026 at Autry Funeral Home with Rev. Joe Ballard officiating. Visitation will begin at 9:00 a.m. She will be laid to rest in Mixon Cemetery.Nadia Jo Massey was born on April 23, 1930 in Vicksburg, Mississippi to Ed and Hazel Walker. She entered The Gates of Heaven on March 30, 2026.Nanny was the “maker” of all things sparkly and beautiful. She could sew anything made from her own patterns and kept us girls in pageant dresses, dance costumes, prom gowns and anything else we needed. She made the most beautiful baby blankets, bridesmaid’s dresses for family members and even her sister Gale’s wedding dress.It’s safe to say that her three granddaughters were her pride and joy. There wasn’t a recital, pageant, game, well anything they were involved in that…
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Ellen Sue Slider Williams
, Texas
March 26, 2026
A funeral service for Ellen Sue (Slider) Williams, 77, of Jacksonville, is scheduled for 10 a.m., Friday, April 3, 2026, at Autry Funeral Home in Jacksonville with Ernest Higginbotham and Eric Johnson officiating. She will be laid to rest at Pierces Chapel Cemetery.Visitation will be held on Thursday, April 2, 2026, and family will receive friends from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Autry Funeral Home, Jacksonville.Ellen was born on July 5, 1948, in Jacksonville, to Hershel Charles and Grace Odell (Batton) Slider and went to be with the Lord on March 27, 2026, in McGregor.Ellen lived a life shaped by faith, service, and a deep, steady love for the people around her. A devoted member of First Baptist Church in Jacksonville, she found joy in fellowship and in caring for others. For many years, Ellen poured her heart into teaching Home Economics at JISD. Cooking was Ellen’s love language.…
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Randy Kline
, Texas
March 25, 2026
Randy Kline, born January 6, 1963, in Fort Worth to Melvin Rhea and Elizabeth Ann (Williams) Kline, passed away on March 26, 2026, in Jacksonville.Randy was a graduate of Mansfield High School in Texas. He worked for the Cherokee County Sheriff’s Department for many years and served his community with commitment and dedication.Away from work, Randy enjoyed the satisfaction of gunsmithing, a craft that suited his patience and attention to detail. He also had a passion for antiquing and the thrill of buying and selling, always on the lookout for a good find or a piece with a story behind it.Memorial services will be held at a later date. Final arrangements are under the care of Autry Funeral Home in Jacksonville.Randy was preceded in death by his mother and brother, Larry Kline.Left to cherish his memory are his father, Melvin; sister, Tammy Fulmer and husband, Jay, of Georgia; sister, Sherry…
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Byron Barber
, Texas
September 27, 1971
A graveside service for William Byron Barber, 54, is scheduled for 2 p.m., Wednesday, April 1, 2026, at Resthaven Memorial Park in Jacksonville. Services are under the direction of Autry Funeral Home.Byron was born on September 28, 1971, in Jasper, and passed away on March 28,2026.Byron worked for many years as a welder in the refineries and was a proud member of the Port Arthur Local Union 195. Away from work, Byron was happiest outside, tending the family ranch, fishing, hunting, and riding four wheelers and side by sides. He loved the land, the quiet, and the simple joy of being out in nature. He also attended Catholic Church services when he could.Byron was preceded in death by his father, Jerry Neal Barber.Left to cherish his memory are his mother, Renee Barber, of Vidor; son, Blake Barber, of Jacksonville; daughter, Ashley Sides, of Houston; brother, Jason Moore, of Vidor; sisters,…
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