All Obituaries

Kristin Dannielle Canady, 33, was a caring mother, daughter, sister, aunt, and friend. She passed away suddenly, but peacefully following injuries sustained from an automobile accident, on Sunday, May 5th, 2024 in Tyler, Texas. She was born on March 4,1991 in Palestine, Texas. Arrangements for a funeral service are pending and will be announced at a later date. In the interim you may opt to receive updated service information by selecting the "Obituary Alerts" icon on our home...

Madysyn DeLayne Rials was called to her eternal home on Sunday, May 5th, 2024 following injuries sustained from an automobile accident in Tyler, Texas. Mady was born on June 4th, 2012, in Palestine, Texas, the beautiful daughter of Kristen Canady. She was 11 years of age. A more specific and detailed obituary is forth coming and will be published here when available. Until then, we kindly request that you take a moment to express your condolences and share any cherished memories you may...

Linda Louise Rowland, of Elkhart, Texas, passed away peacefully surrounded by love and the memories of a life richly lived on Saturday, the 4th day of May 2024.  At 82 years of age the Lord called her home to her eternal home in Glory. She was born in Houston, Texas, on the 20th day of September 1941 to parents Artis Mosley and Dorothy Sammons. Mrs. Rowland was a proud graduate of Sam Houston State University, where she refined the skills that would define her professional life. With a...

Marilyn Sue Stevens, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and friend, left this world for her heavenly home on Friday, the 3rd day of May 2024.  Marilyn was 87 years of age when the Lord called her home.  Born in Saint Joseph, Missouri, on the 1st day of July 1936, to parents Emmett J. Bryson and Ina M. Hutton, Marilyn was a cherished homemaker and mom, whose presence was a fire of kindness and care in the lives of those she touched. Marilyn's life was a testament to her...

Nelda Gay Schuening, known affectionately as Nelda, passed away peacefully on Friday, the 26th day of April 2024, in Palestine, Texas, after a prolonged illness at PRMC Hospice Unit. Born on the 14th day of August 1946, in Dallas, Texas, to parents Charles Melton Phillips and Lena Catherine Walling. Nelda's life was a tapestry of love, kindness, and gentle strength that touched everyone she knew. Throughout her life, Nelda's passions were as nurturing as her soul. She found solace...

Albert Houston Rich, Jr., known affectionately to friends and family as Al, passed away peacefully with his wife by his side on Sunday, the 21st day of April 2024, at Christus Mother Frances in Tyler, Texas. Born on the 19th day of May 1960, in Houston, Texas, to parents Albert Houston Rich and Melba Ruth Thompson. He was a man whose life was characterized by kindness, an adventurous spirit, and a warm friendliness that drew people to him. Al's journey through life was as rich and...

Peggy Sue Grubbs, of Tennessee Colony, Texas, passed away peacefully on Thursday, the 18th day of April 2024, surrounded by her family. She was 96 years old when she left this earth for her heavenly home. “Sue” as she was affectionately known, was born in Jean, Texas, on the 11th day of July 1927 to parents Cecil “Buster” Williams and Willie Stroud Williams. Mrs. Grubbs was a steadfast member of the Crockett Road Church of Christ for many years, where she formed...

Skipper Kate Pierce, precious daughter of Noah and Sayler LeBlanc Pierce, entered and departed this world on the 17th day of April 2024.  Skipper was born at Trinity Mother Frances Hospital in Tyler, Texas, encompassed by her family and an extensive amount of love.  Though her time on earth was brief, her presence was a profound gift that touched the hearts of those around her. Born with anencephaly, Skipper’s journey, while short, impacted many.  Since the announcement...

Stephen Casey Chancellor, known affectionately as Casey by his friends and family, passed away peacefully on Saturday, the 13th day of April 2024, at the age of 51, in Tyler, Texas with his beloved family by his side. Born on the 8th day of June 1972, in Houston, Texas, to parents Donald Skip Chancellor and Linda Gail Fulk.  Casey was a man of integrity, warmth, and unwavering courage. Casey's life was marked by his dedication to his country and his family. After bravely serving in...

Marcia Lynn Smith, age 66, of Palestine, Texas, passed away peacefully on the 9th day of April 2024, in Dallas, Texas. Born on the 18th day of January 1958, to parents Clyde Edward Berkshire and Joan Wise Berkshire, in Logansport, Indiana, Marcia's life was a testament to the power of education and the joy of lifelong learning. After earning her bachelor's degree from Purdue University in 1980, Marcia dedicated over three decades to shaping young minds as a teacher and librarian....