Elder Merle Travis Jones
May 29, 2026
Merle Travis Jones, the sixth of nine children, transitioned from this life, leaving behind a legacy of love, faith, and service.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Clarence "Bud" Jones and Theresha Jones; his wife, Cary Mae Jones; his grandmother, Lillian Barker; and his siblings, Wilmer Jones, Bennie C. "Runt" Jones, Gerald "Pine" Jones, Rena...
Evangelist Alma Jewel Berry
May 20, 2026
GLIMPSE OF ALMA JEWEL SMITH BERRY'S LIFE
Alma Jewel was born to the late L. C. Smith and Roberta Trimble Smith on Sept. 17, 1936, in Malakoff, Texas.
She received her formal education from Malakoff Colored High School, Sweat's Beauty College (Tyler, Texas), Technical
Institute (Waco, Texas), Texas Industrial Sewing Machines (New York,...
Martin Vazquez
May 15, 2026
Martin Vazquez was born on June 27, 1953, in San Juan, Puerto Rico, to Martin Vazquez and Maria L. Ayala.
Martin proudly served in the United States Army from 1974 until 1977. He was a faithful member of St. Kateri Tekawitha Roman Catholic Church in Buffalo, Texas. Martin worked for Nucor Steel of Jewett, Texas for 19...
Linda Sumuel
May 7, 2026
Linda Ann Sumuel was born on September 1, 1952, in Lake County, Florida, to Roscoe Buck Evans and Dora Lee Evans. She was raised in Tucker, Texas. Linda attended Green Bay School and later graduated from Westwood High School.
Linda was a faithful and devoted member of Green Bay A.M.E. Church throughout her life. On June 21,...
Joseph Aaron Gray
May 6, 2026
Obituary Joseph Aaron Gray July 13, 1999 – May 6, 2026
Joseph Aaron Gray, age 26, of Dallas, Texas, passed away on May 6, 2026. Born on July 13, 1999, Joseph will be remembered for his strength, kindness, and unwavering dedication to those around him.
Joseph worked as Security Personnel in Dallas, where he was...
Loretta Magey
May 6, 2026
Service
Saturday, May 1, 2026 @ 10:00 AM
Emanuel Funeral Home Chapel - Teague
1222 N. First Street
Teague, Texas
Private Burial
Carol Ann Thomas
May 5, 2026
Service
Saturday, May 16, 2026 @ 1:00 PM
Emanuel Funeral Home Chapel - Teague
1222 N. First Street
Teague, Texas
Burial
Brown Chapel Cemetery, Oakwood, Texas
Christopher Brackens
Apr 28, 2026
Memorial Service
May 2, 2026 @ 4:00 PM
Kingdom Faith Community Church
1150 S. Fairway St, Fairfield, Texas 75840
Private Burial
Undray Savage, Sr.
Apr 24, 2026
Undray Savage Sr. was born on October 12, 1956, in Dallas, Texas, to Nathaniel Savage Jr. and Lucille Scruggs Savage. He attended St. Mary's Catholic School and later graduated from Carter High School with the Class of 1974.
Undray worked at the Wal‑Mart Distribution Center #6036. In July of 1980, he married Beverly Savage, and together they...
Shirley Marie Young
Apr 22, 2026
Shirley Marie Young was born on June 6, 1955, in Fort Worth, Texas, to Wardell Young and Betty Jean Nettles. She was raised in Fort Worth and attended I.M. Terrell High School, graduating with the Class of 1973.
Shirley attended David Chapel during her youth, and as an adult she became a devoted member of Good Shepherd...
Patricia Diane Lovelady
Apr 19, 2026
Service
Saturday April 25, 2026 @ 11:00 AM
Hopewell Baptist Church
CR 4525, Crockett, Texas 75835
Burial
Jasper Cemetery, Crockett, Texas 75835
Supt. Don Manning Sr.
Apr 19, 2026
Don Ricardo Manning, Sr. was born on January 16, 1959, in Fairfield, Texas, to Mary Gatson Manning and the late Lenard J. Manning. To this union, he was the eldest of four children. He was raised in Fairfield, Texas, where he attended Fairfield High School. Known affectionately as "Big Don," his commanding presence and athletic ability made him stand...
Reverend Willie Finney Sr
Apr 18, 2026
Reverend Dr. Willie Bartalette Finney, Sr. was a devoted pastor, faithful servant, and beloved member of his community. He dedicated his life to preaching the gospel and guiding others with wisdom, compassion, and unwavering faith.
Known for his kindness and steady leadership, he touched many lives through ministry and personal example. He will be remembered as a...
Linda Gail Smith
Apr 15, 2026
A Life of Love and Legacy
With profound respect and heartfelt remembrance, we celebrate the life and legacy of Linda Gail Smith, a woman of faith, compassion, and unwavering dedication to service.
Early Life and Family Foundation
Linda Gail Smith was born on August 14, 1951, to the late...
Sheila Watson
Apr 13, 2026
Service
Saturday April 18, 2026 @ 2:00 PM
Emanuel Funeral Home Chapel
315 S 2nd Street, Corsicana, Texas 75110
Burial
Woodland Cemetery, Corsicana, Texas