Obituaries

Apr 2, 2025

Joe Howard Hill, Jr., 71, of Onalaska, Texas was born September 8, 1953 in South Houston, Texas and passed away April 2, 2025 in Galveston, Texas. He was preceded in death by his parents, Joe Howard Hill, Sr. and Leona (Foster) Hill.

Joe is survived by his wife, Janet Hill of Onalaska, Texas, as well as numerous...

Apr 1, 2025

Timothy Joseph Charlie, 57, of Livingston, Texas was born July 31, 1967 in Ville Platte, Louisiana and passed away April 1, 2025 in Livingston, Texas. He was preceded in death by his parents, Nelson Charlie and Yvonne (Soileau) Charlie; and brother, Danny Charlie.

Timothy is survived by his daughter, Tiffany Reuter of Turkey; sons, Jacob Nelson Charlie...

Mar 31, 2025

Carl Bailey Smith, Jr., 71, of Livingston, Texas was born September 21, 1953 in Longview, Texas and passed away March 31, 2025 in Livingston, Texas. He was preceded in death by his parents, Carl Bailey Smith and Ernestine Wyatt; and brothers, JC Smith and Carson Smith.

Carl is survived by his wife, Denise Smith of Livingston, Texas;...

Mar 31, 2025

Lana Jane Murphy, 74, of Livingston, Texas was born October 29, 1950 in Del Rio, Texas and passed away March 31, 2025 in Livingston. She was preceded in death by her parents, Lawrence Munnerlyn and Hyla Virginia (Hunt) Munnerlyn; husband, Edward Earl Murphy; and sister, Lisa Holden.

Lana is survived by her brother, Larry Munnerlyn; sisters, Linda...

Mar 28, 2025

Mary Jean Reynolds, 81, of Livingston, Texas was born April 21, 1943 in Beaumont, Texas and passed away March 28, 2025 in Livingston, Texas. She was preceded in death by her parents, Charles Leroy Salyards and Nancy Eugenia (Rountree) Salyards; son, Harold (Skipper) Reynolds Jr.; daughter, Kathleen Batt; and brothers, Robert "Bobby" Salyards and Thomas Salyards.

Mary...

Mar 26, 2025

Euel Ray "Ray" Hill was born on August 16, 1934 in Wood County, Tx. to Euel Xistus Hill and Creeble LaVerne Gilbreath Hill. He passed away on March 26, 2025 at Timberwood Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, Livingston, Tx., following a brief illness.

Ray attended school in Lamesa, Tx., and received BA and MA degrees from the University...

Mar 25, 2025

A memorial visitation for Melissa Ann Walthall, 33, of Onalaska, Texas on Sunday, April 6, 2025, from 2:00-4:00 p.m., at the Cochran Funeral Home Chapel in Onalaska, Texas.

Melissa was born February 6, 1992 in Livingston, Texas and passed away March 25, 2025 in Point Blank, Texas. She was preceded in death by her husband, Hubert Primeaux...

Mar 25, 2025

Funeral services for Patricia Ann "Patte" Jones, 74, of Livingston, Texas will be held on Saturday, April 5, 2025, at 10:00 a.m., at the Cochran Funeral Home Chapel in Livingston, Texas with Rev. Dr. John Hirling officiating. Interment will follow at Forest Hill Cemetery in Livingston, Texas. Visitation will be held Friday, April 4, 2025, from 5:00-7:00 p.m., at...

Mar 25, 2025

Graveside services for Jimmy "Jackie" Dale Duke, 87, of Goodrich, Texas will be held Thursday, March 27, 2025, at 10:00 a.m., at Peebles Cemetery in Livingston, Texas with Bro. Tim Thompson officiating.

Jackie was born August 1, 1937 in Bethany, Louisiana and passed away March 25, 2025 in Goodrich, Texas. He was preceded in death by his...

Mar 24, 2025

It is with heavy hearts and deep gratitude that we announce the passing of our beloved Barbara Evelyn Lail, also known as "Nanny". Born in Hickory, North Carolina, on June 15, 1935. Evelyn's life was one filled with love, strength, and grace. She passed away peacefully surrounded by family on March 24, 2025 to be with our Lord and...

Mar 22, 2025

A private, family graveside service for Emma (Byrne) Morrison Phillips, 95, of Livingston, Texas will be held Wednesday, March 26, 2025, at 2:00 p.m., at the Moscow Cemetery in Moscow, Texas.

Byrne was born July 14, 1929 in Lufkin, Texas and passed away March 22, 2025 in Lufkin, Texas. She was preceded in death by her parents,...

Mar 21, 2025

A graveside service for Joyce Marie Mobley, 80, of Livingston, Texas will be held Monday, March 31, 2025, at 2:00 p.m., at Holly Grove Cemetery with Richard Anthony Rhodes officiating. Visitation will be held on the day of service, from 1:30-2:00 p.m., at the cemetery.

Joyce was born in Livingston, Texas, April 30, 1944, a child of...

Mar 20, 2025

A graveside service for Marvin Lee Gibson, 81, of Houston, Texas will be held Saturday, March 29, 2025, at 11:00 a.m., at Peebles Cemetery with Bro. Chris Knox officiating.

Marvin was born June 23, 1943 in Vernon, Texas and passed away March 20, 2025 in Houston, Texas. He was preceded in death by his parents, Bill Gibson...

Mar 20, 2025

Bret Jackson Park, 66, of Houston, Texas was born October 5, 1958 in San Jose, California and passed away March 20, 2025 in Houston, Texas. He was preceded in death by his father, Lynn Jackson Park.

A big sports fanatic, Bret spent a lot of time in his garage, which was his favorite place to be because...

Mar 19, 2025

Funeral services for Jake Neville McNiel, 66, formally of Livingston, Texas will be held Monday, March 24, 2025, at 2:00 p.m., in the Cochran Funeral Home Chapel in Livingston, Texas with Bro. Robert Murphy officiating. Interment will follow at the Peebles Cemetery in Livingston, Texas. Visitation will begin at 11:00 a.m. just prior to the service.

Jake...

Mar 17, 2025

A memorial service for Delaney Raelene McCoy, of Livingston, Texas, will be held Saturday, March 22, 2025 at 2:00 p.m. at the Victory Baptist Church in Coldspring, Texas with Bro. Phil Wagner officiating.

Delaney was born on March 17, 2025 in Cleveland, Texas to parents, John Robert McCoy and Brittany Elizabeth Morgan, and passed away March 17,...

Mar 17, 2025

It is with profound sadness that we announce the untimely passing of our beloved Walker Ray Richardson, who left us far too soon. Walker was a cherished son, brother and friend, whose life was marked by a passion for hunting and fishing, a deep love for his family, and a spirit of adventure that touched the heart of all...

Mar 16, 2025

With hearts full of love and memories, we celebrate the life of Rhonda Kay Isaac Cox, who set sail on her final journey on March 16, 2025 at the age of 63. Rhonda was a carefree, happy-go-lucky spirit who embraced life with open arms, always seeking a good time, laughter, and a great deal—whether it was on a cruise,...

Mar 16, 2025

Graveside services for Michael Edward Beasley, 42, of Livingston, Texas will be held Sunday, March 23, 2025, at 2:00 p.m., at Magnolia Cemetery in Onalaska, Texas with Bro. Mike Loftin officiating. Visitation will be held on the day of service, from 10:00 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., at the Cochran Funeral Home Chapel in Onalaska, Texas.

Michael was...

Mar 15, 2025

Funeral services for Bruce Earl Ainsworth, 65, of Livingston, Texas will be held Saturday, March 29, 2025, at 12:00 p.m., at the Cochran Funeral Home Chapel in Livingston, Texas with Jasper Callahan officiating. Visitation will be held on the day of service, from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m., at the funeral home.

Bruce was born August 3,...