Dorothy Louise Walker Foster 74 of Houston and formerly of Hearne passed away July 27, 2014 in Houston.

Visitation Wednesday August 6, 2014 1:00pm – 6:00pm at Glenn Mack Funeral Home.

Visitation Thursday August 7, 2014 9:00am at True Light Baptist Church 4017 Hamilton St. Houston, Tx 77004 followed by a Celebration of Dorothy Life 10a.m. At the church Rev. Craig Taylor officiating.
Interment Houston National Cemetery: 10410 Veterans Memorial Dr. Houston, Tx.77038.

Dorothy Louise Foster was born on June 20, 1940 in Hearne, Texas. Preceded in death by her husband Melion Foster, Dorothy was the first of seven children born to Albert and Alma Walker, who preceded her in death. She was also preceded in death by her siblings Albert Walker Jr., Charles Walker, Arthur Walker, Robert Walker, Mable Walker, and sister-in-law Vivian Walker. From an early age Dorothy was provided with a strong spiritual foundation.

Dorothy graduated from Blackshear High School in 1957 and graduated at the top of her class from Massey Business College in 1965. She became a deaconess in 2008 at True Light Missionary Baptist Church.

Dorothy was called home to be with the Lord on July 27, 2014 and leaves to mourn children Gloria Sims (George) of Houston, Texas, Lisa Delafrance (Trinity) of Manvel, Texas, and Kelvin Foster (Michelle) of Pearland, Texas and step-son Marc Redmon of Hearne, Texas; sister Rose Brooks (Ercelle) of Houston, Texas; two sisters-in-laws Fanny Elam (John) of Hearne, Texas; one brother-in-law; Kenneth Wayne Turner (Staci) of Colorado Springs, Colorado.

She also leaves to cherish her memories, nine grandchildren, Tegan Simmons, Amma Sims, Gary Robertson, Terry Collins, Dominique Foster, Danielle Foster, Dillon Foster, Kaila Delafrance and Dawn Foster; two great grandchildren Joshwa Sanders and Drew Elam; nieces and nephews; four godchildren, Paula Harris, Stephanie Slaughter, Kendell Slaughter and Nina Manning; a host of extended family and friends. A special thanks to Artie Frances for his kindness in helping to take care of Dear Dear/ Granny/Mama.

Arrangement and care of Dorothy were entrusted to Glen Mack Funeral Home.

Basel was born in Easterly, Robertson County, Texas, January 25, 1923, to William Elzie (Buddy) and Elizabeth Nora (Young) Wheeless. He was Nora and Buddy’s last surviving child. His siblings were James Elzie Wheeless, Thomas Oren Wheeless, Hallice Adren Wheeless, Victor Clydell Wheeless, Agatha Euline (Wheeless) Rose, Sarah Elizabeth Wheeless, William Rogers Wheeless, and Artie Carroll Wheeless.

Basel and Frances Magdalene (Stewart: October 9, 1925 – July 17, 2004) were married November 22, 1941 in Austin, Travis County, Texas. Basel and Frances had two sons, James Lee Wheeless (October 24, 1942 – August 10, 1991) and Basel Arthur Wheeless and his wife Patricia (Purvis) Wheeless. Besides his one surviving son, Art, his four grandchildren also survive him: Dr. Derek Wheeless and his wife Tiffany (Vinyard), Kimberly (Wheeless) Davis and her husband Kenneth, Michael Scott Wheeless and his wife Debra (Garza), and James Chad Wheeless. Six great-grandchildren Brooke, Bret, Brandon, Amber, Alex, Landry and Presley also survive him.

Serving with the Second Infantry Division in the European Theater, Basel was a Sergeant in the US Army’s Field Artillery during WWII. He retired as a Master Sergeant from the US Air Force in 1963 and from the US Department of Agriculture in 1984.

His body will lie in state at Harrell Funeral Home in South Austin. The scheduled visitation is 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., Saturday, August 16, 2014, and his funeral service will be at 1:00 p.m., Sunday, August 17, 2014. Burial will follow at Live Oak Cemetery. Bob Wheeless will perform Masonic graveside service.

Basel’s son, Art Wheeless, will officiate the service. Pallbearers will be Kenneth Davis, Tommy Wheeless, Derek Wheeless, Michael Wheeless, Mark Wheeless and Carl Bennett.

In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to your local Alzheimer’s Association.. Condolences may be sent to: www.harrellfuneralhomes.com

Ray Lawrence Threadgill Sr. was born May 22, 1940 in Franklin, TX. He passed way at the age of 74 at his home in Hearne, TX, surrounded by his love ones on Saturday, August 9.

He is preceded in death by his parents, Robert and Bessie Threadgill and his brother Bobbie Threadgill. Ray is survived by his wife, Darnell Threadgill, the mother of his children, Bonnie Elliott, his daughter, Judy Martinez and husband Carlos; sons, Ray L Threadgill Jr, Donald Ray Threadgill and wife Bobbie; step children, Billy Smith, David Trice, Lisa Sawyer and husband Tim, and Robert Johnson, as well as numerous grandchildren, nieces and nephews, and loved ones.

Ray was a life long resident of Robertson County and worked as a self-employed truck driver and mechanic.

David Emory Garrett, 59 years, 11 months, 3 days old, passed away Friday, August 22, 2014, at his home outside of Franklin. He was born Monday, September 20, 1954 in Hearne, Texas to Emory Garrett and Francis Fulton Garrett. David lived on this earth 21,887 days and all too quickly passed away from a fast-growing cancer. His death occurred a short six weeks after his diagnosis.

David graduated from Hearne High School and became a gravedigger, owning Garrett Cemetery Service. David was well respected in the industry and we appreciate all the many times he has made our job easier. *It was always nice to see a smiling face on the other side of a funeral and it was a privilege to know David as a businessman and as a friend .We are so thankful and blessed by his short journey here. His family, friends, and many funeral homes that trusted David and his crews to dig their graves will sorely miss him.

A visitation was held Monday, August 25, from 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. at Heartfield-Ritter Funeral Home in Hearne. Graveside service and burial were held Tuesday, August 26, at 10:00 a.m. at Norwood Cemetery. Pallbearers were Shawn Garrett, Chad Meadors, Robert Gober, Kenneth Hawkins, Terry Darnell, and Chris Richardson.
His parents and a brother, Tommy Garrett, preceded David in death. 

Survivors include his wife, Jana Garrett of Franklin; his sons, Shawn Garrett of Bryan and Chad Meadors and wife, Tabitha of Franklin; his daughters, Jamie and husband, Robert Gober of Franklin and Leigh Sanders of Franklin; a brother, William Garrett of Houston; grandchildren, Tanner, Kadence, Kaylee, Hagen, Tucker, Micaleigh, Brittan, and Seth.

Arrangements were entrusted to Heartfield-Ritter Funeral Home.

Johnny David Marlow, 68, of Hearne, Texas passed away on Friday, August 22, 2014 in Round Rock, Texas. He was born on March 7, 1946 in Pasadena, Texas to Andrew Jack Marlow and Nellie Becktold Marlow. He was a 1966 graduate of Franklin High School. He was most proud of his job in Huntsville as a correctional officer and was also employed as a backhoe operator on pipelines and traveled a lot of the time for work. Mr. Marlow was a life-long resident of Robertson County. He was preceded in death by his parents, longtime companion, Carol Miller; sister, Margie; brothers, Jackie and Roy; grandson, Cordell Cooper.

He is survived by: Daughters and Son-in-law – Judy and Edward Comfort of Hearne’ and Carla and Jerald Maynard of Aransas Pass, Step-Daughter–Dawn Barker of Hearne, Sons and Daughter-in-law–Robert and Elizabeth Miller of Gause and James Lohse Marlow of Calvert, Step-Sons and Step Daughters-in-law –John and Debbie Miller of Milano and Sonny and Teresa Miller of Hearne, Sister and Brother-in-law – Mary and Joe Davis of College Station, Cousin – Roy Kirby and 19 Grandchildren and 20 Great Grandchildren.

Graveside services will be held on Wednesday, August 27, 2014 at 11:00 a.m. at the Elm Grove Cemetery in Robertson County. A visitation will be held on Tuesday, August 26, 2014 from 5:00 - 8:00 p.m. at McCauley Funeral Home in Franklin, Texas.

Camella Rose Cuchia Corona, 85, of Hearne, TX went to her heavenly home on August 29, 2014.

Born in Hearne, TX, February 15, 1929, Camella was the youngest of ten children and the only biological child of John and Rose Cuchia. Camella graduated from Hearne High School in 1946 and married William “Willie” Corona, also of Hearne, on June 1, 1947. She gave birth to her daughter, Dorothy Jean, July 4, 1948, and her son, Charles William, also known as “Charlie”, on June 17, 1949. Camella devoted her life to loving and caring for her husband, children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, large extended Italian family, and many, many friends. Known as “Nana” to everyone who loved her, she never turned away someone needing a home cooked meal or a place to sleep. After her husband passed away, she focused most of her time being a servant of the Lord by helping those in need. Camella was a lifelong member of St. Mary’s Catholic Church where she was also a member of the Altar society serving as chairperson of the Clerical Endowment Fund. In 2011, the Diocesan Council of Catholic Women recognized her for her service for 45 years of service. Camella volunteered over fifteen years at the Crestview Retirement Community in the beauty shop. Camella loved to sew, knit, crochet, and play her weekly game of bowling with a league in Bryan.

Camella is survived by her daughter Dorothy Jean Corona Lund and son-in-law Tommy Lund of Sugar Land; grandson William Lund and wife Kimberly, their children Zachary, Samuel, and Rachael of Weatherford; grandson Thomas Lund and wife Stephanie of Round Rock; granddaughter Jennifer Lund Vaughn and husband Mike, their children Brooke and Blake of Richmond; granddaughter Deborah Corona Kurkjian and husband John, their children Mikayla and Joey of Round Rock; half-sister Lilly Cuchia Dias of California; and sister-in-law Lena Corona Accurso of Hearne. In addition to her immediate family, she is loved and remembered by numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends throughout the Hearne and Bryan-College Station area.

Her husband Willie, son Charlie, half-brothers Sylvester and Victor Cuchia, half-sisters Rose Everett, Josephine Collendrina, Mary Gardner, Anta Scalia, Polly Catalina, and Dorothy Cantrell, precedes Camella in death.

Visitation will be held Thursday, September 4, 2014 at the Memorial Funeral Home in Hearne, TX from 5:00-7:00 p.m. with the Rosary immediately following.
Funeral Mass will be held at 10:00 a.m. Friday, September 5 at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Hearne. Burial will follow at St. Mary’s Cemetery in Hearne.

Memorial donations may be made to St. Mary’s Altar Society, 402 First St., Hearne, TX 77859.

Helen Bernice Oliver was born on January 25th, 1941 in Wister, Oklahoma, to Buford A. and Piralee (Nobles) Oliver. Helen spent her early years in Oklahoma, relocating to Texas in the mid 1950s. Many people remember Helen as the friendly, outgoing clerk at Cut Rate Grocery in Franklin, as well as the owner of Helen’s Game Room in Franklin in the early 1980s. In her later years, Helen was a kind and compassionate caretaker for the elderly in Robertson County.

Helen attended the Calvary Baptist Church in Hearne until recent years. She is remembered as loving all things antique, a true Elvis Presley fan and an excellent cook, as well as having a green thumb. Helen nurtured and shared her plants with many of the staff and residents of the Franklin Nursing Home during her stay there in the last few years.

Helen passed away at the St. Joseph Hospital in Bryan, Texas, on September 26th, 2014.

Helen is preceded in death by her parents, Buford and Piralee Oliver; the fathers of her children, James C. Brannon and Dearl Wayne Gray; infant son, Carl Eugene Brannon; sister-in-law, Patsy Oliver; niece, Cadi Oliver; and nephew, Michael Oliver.

She is survived by her children, James Dale Brannon (Barbara), Judy Gail Harris (Art) and Debbie Lynne Bosley (Rick).

Grandchildren: Jeremy Brannon (Sarah), Roderick Valdez (Amanda), Kaley Lemire (Scott) and Logan Bosley.

Great Grandchildren: Aiden & Audry Lemire, Rowan, Zachary and Allie Valdez and Jon Daniel Brannon.

Brothers: Lester Oliver, Donald Oliver (Johnie), Stanley Oliver (Malinda) and Jackie Oliver (Josie).

Sisters: Betty Dutton (Ralph), Lynda Kesner (Thomas), Sharon Madden (Bobby) and Wanda Taylor (James).

Numerous nieces and nephews

Pallbearers: Steve Kesner, Tim Kesner, Scott Oliver, Jamie Taylor, Christopher Vaughn, Matthew Vaughn and Zachary Vaughn

Officiating: Rev. Dale Wells

Service: Tuesday, September 30, 2014

Chapel at memorial Funeral Home

Interment: Elliott Cemetery

July 11, 1946 – October 12, 2014, died at her home in Stillwater, Oklahoma early Sunday morning, October 12,2014, after a long illness with MS. She was proceeded in death by her father Lad Nickelson, her mother Rebecca Rodgers Nickelson, her brother James Louis Nickelson and her husband of almost fifty years, Lawrence “Larry” Harold Hammer.

Jane was born in Franklin, Texas on July 11,1946. She graduated from Franklin High School with honors in 1964. Later, Jane graduated from Sam Houston Teachers College (Sam Houston University) with honors in Business Education. She met Larry at college. They married in the Franklin First Baptist Church in 1966. They both worked and studied at Indiana University in Bloomington, Indiana. Jane received her PhD from Indiana University in Business Communications.

Jane and Larry, with their PhD’s in hand, began their academic careers at Oklahoma Sate University. Jane is remembered as a lovely person, willing to help others with solutions to successful careers. Jane was a faculty member until ill health forced her to resign in the early 990’s. She and her husband built a lovely home on the outskirts of Stillwater with special emphasis on handicapped access for Jane. She remained in her home with her faithful caregivers and special friend Gail Ramary, until her death.

Jane chose life each day that was given to her. She was a brave woman with a warm and generous personality. She and her smile left a lasting impression on everyone she met.

Oct 9, 1934 - Oct 10, 2014 

Camill Altavine Grigg, 80, of Bremond, passed away Friday, October 10, 2014, one day after his 80th birthday.

A visitation was held Sunday, October 12, at Bremond Funeral Home. Funeral service was held Monday, October 13, also at Bremond Funeral Home. Interment was to follow at Nesbitt Cemetery near Bremond, but due to the inclement weather, interment was postponed until Wednesday, October 15. The service was officiated by Roger Maddox. Pallbearers were Larry Grigg, Joey Grigg, Jason Blackburn, Billy Blackburn, Franklin Wills and Adam Haveron.
He was preceded in death by his daughter, Cambra Bielamowicz; his parents, Rayman and Janie Moore Grigg; brothers. Jack Grigg, Cleddie Grigg, and Guy Grigg; and sister, Joy Jones. 

Survivors include his wife, Patsy Maddox Grigg; sons daughters-in-law,  Billy Irving and Sheri Grigg; Donald Wayne and Debbie Grigg; Timothy Patrick and Brenda Grigg; Jaramy Grigg; Shawn Peter and Shannon Grigg; daughters, Jennifer Jacqueline Allen and  Anna Katherine Grigg; brothers and sisters-in-law, John and Doris Grigg; Roy and Jody Grigg; Ben and Rose Grigg; Mike Grigg; sisters and brothers-in-law, Martha and Roger Wills; Ann and Roger Maddox; 16 grandchildren and numerous great-grandchildren; and numerous other relatives.
Arrangements were entrusted to Bremond Funeral Home.

March 5, 1954 - October 5, 2014
Michael J. Esdorn, 60, of Calvert, passed away Sunday, October 5, 2014. Visitation and Rosary were held Thursday, October 9, at Bremond Funeral Home. Funeral Mass was held Friday, October 10, at St. Mary Catholic Church with interment that followed in the church cemetery. Services were officiated by Father Richard Deedu. Pallbearers were Ken Harrell, Chris Wilganowski, Kenny Harrell, Ronny Ritter, Raymond Antis, and David Antis.

Mike served in the U.S. Navy. For his service to our country we honor him and thank him.

Mike was preceded in death by his parents, John R. Esdorn and Valerie Skezypiec Esdorn.

Survivors include his sons, Josh Esdorn of Grandview, Texas; Andrew Esdorn of Calvert; former wife, Barbara Esdorn of Calvert; step-son and daughter-in-law, Christopher and Terry Harwell of Plantersville; brother, Jim Esdorn of Greenville, South Carolina; sister, Katherine Esdorn of Kingman, Arizona; grandson, Nathan; former mother-in-law, Clara Buza of Calvert.
Arrangements were entrusted to Bremond Funeral Home.

John Thomas Searcy of Sugarland, Texas passed away Sunday Oct 12, 204 at 2:30 p.m. He was born on April 10 1937, the son of Dr. and Mrs. T.A. Searcy of Hearne, Texas. He is survived by his wife of 22 years, the Former Rose Jean Roffino. Services are to be held on Friday October 17 at 3:30 P.m. at Memorial Funeral Home Chapel in Hearne, Texas.

Jessie Serna was born on November 12, 1927 to Augustine & Dorathea Serna in Madagorda, Texas. He was married to Beneralda for 45 years. He retired from Hearne Steel after 37 years of service. He will be missed dearly. He is gone to be with the Lord. He is preceded in death by, his wife of 45 years, Beneralda Serna, mother and father, 5 sisters and 3 brothers. He leaves behind a brother Manuel Serna, Sr. and numerous nieces and nephews.

Monroe Lamar Kizzee, 70, of Duncanville and formerly of Franklin passed away Sunday, November 2, 2014 at V.A. North Texas Health System in Dallas. Monroe Lamar Kizzee was
born to Ira and Nora Kizzee in Franklin, Texas. He accepted Christ into his life at an early age. Monroe attended Morgan High School in Franklin where he played basketball. He was the best player on the team. He later joined the U.S. Army where he received an honorable discharge. Monroe married Donell Knight Kizzee in October 1964. To this union one son was born, Kelvin Lamar Kizzee. He held a job as a taxi driver and was a skilled carpenter
by trade. His father, mother, and several brothers and sisters preceded Monroe in death.
He leaves to cherish his memories: his wife Donell Kizzee, 2 sons: Kelvin (Veronica) Kizzee, Myron Marsh; 2 Daughters: Unique Kizzee, Nicole Porter; 14 grandchildren, 1 devoted brother; Bristow Kizzee; special niece, Betty Kizzee, and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, and
friends. Visitation was held at 1:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. Friday, November 7, 2014 at Glenn Mack Funeral Home. A celebration of life honoring Monroe Kizzee was held at 11:00 a.m. Saturday November 8, 2014 at North and South Cemetery in Franklin. Eulogy by Rev. Ben Spiller Sr.
scripture reading Rev. Morgan and Prayer by Rev. Douglas Hammond. Arrangement and care for Monroe Kizzee was entrusted to Glen Mack Funeral Home.

Hal Baylor Carrington was born in Marquez, TX on April 4, 1924. He was the second son of Royle and Addie Baylor Carrington. He was a 1942 graduate of Marquez High School where he was a fighting Yellowjacket. It was during his freshman year of college at Baylor University, he made a decision that would forever define who he was. He enlisted in the army and became a staff sergeant in the air corps in World War II, stripping the Nazis of their ar resources in the months after the Normandy invasion. He flew high above Germany in the top turret of a B-26 bomber- the “widow-maker.” After V-day he spent some time in San Antonio, and in 1946 he made a decision that would change his life forever. He became an Aggie. He received his degree in Agriculture education in 1949. But all of his accomplishments did not compare to a very special girl who stole his heart back in his
early days in Marquez, TX. She was a dark headed fireball across the river in Seale, named Genice Neyland. Their love would last nearly 7 decades. Majority of their time was spent
in Hearne, TX where they enjoyed friends, family, and Aggie games. He retired after 25 years from Star Engraving selling class rings to juniors from I45 to midland. He was a Hearne
city councilman from 1976-85 and served as mayor of Hearne from 1985-87. He became an active member of the Hearne Lions Club in 1976. He was also an A&M Century Club member since 1976. After his retirement, he continued to enjoy life with his soul mate. They were seldom seen apart; unless it was coffee time at Brookshire’s or Bridge time. In 1971, they joined their best friends Nick and Billie Turnham on a 15 year road trip where they made every Aggie game from College Station to Hawaii to New York. They defined true Aggie Fans. Their love and support for Texas A&M was just another aspect of their life where their love for each other grew even deeper. It was this love that brought Baylor home on Thursday; home to his soul mate. She had waited long enough. We will forever carry their love with us.

Mary Helen Wallace, 93, of Hearne, passed away Monday, November 10, 2014 while residing at Mexia Longterm Care. Arrangements are pending with Heartfield-Ritter Funeral Home