All Obituaries

Mr. Donald Keith Amburn, age 59, of San Augustine, Texas, passed away Saturday, May 4, 2024, in San Augustine. Keith was born July 24, 1964, in Newton, Texas, to parents Wanda Mae (Walton) and Ruby Bonell Amburn and had lived in San Augustine for over 30 years. He was self-employed owning a lawn care service, faithfully serving his clients for several years before his retirement. He was a member of White Rock Baptist Church. Keith and Stacy L. Hickman were married June 2, 1984. His...

Mrs. Thelma Joyce Strother, 69, of Bronson, Texas, passed away Friday, May 3, 2024, at her residence. Mrs. Strother was born August 26, 1954, in Fred, Texas, to parents Oddis Mae (Spurlock) and Lois Bradford Odom. She had lived in Hardin and Tyler Counties as well as Vidor for several years before moving to Sabine County. She was a member of Bethel Chapel Baptist Church in Pineland. Joyce was a dedicated wife, mother, and grandmother to her family. Her love and care didn't stop at...

Billie Oice (Johnson) Hoyt, 96, of San Augustine, TX, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, May 1, 2024.  She was born in Center, Texas on July 12, 1927, to Lena Anthony Johnson and Edward Phillip Johnson.  She graduated from Center High School in 1944, and then attended Stephen F. Austin Teachers College, where she was a member of the women’s basketball and track teams (competing as a pole vaulter).  Billie went on to marry John M. Hoyt in 1946, and...

Ms. Bobbie Dean Sanford, 77, of San Augustine County passed away Sunday, April 28, 2024, at LSU Medical Center in Shreveport, La., following a Friday traffic accident. Bobbie was born November 12, 1946, in San Augustine County to parents Douglas Duel and Georgie Bea (Sheard) Sanford. After living in other areas, she returned to San Augustine County several years ago and was a member of Bethel Missionary Baptist Church. Bobbie's passion was helping others and had a heart for providing...

Mrs. Glenda Harrison, 76, one of the most pure-hearted, creative, and giving humans has passed away on Friday, April 26, 2024, after a very short battle with cancer. She was born August 27, 1947, in Fayetteville, Arkansas. My mother and best friend and a friend to so many will be treasured always in our hearts and minds. As a mother and grandmother, through sacrifice and hard work, she always made sure we had what we needed from Day 1 and taught us the value of being independent in this...

Mr. Dave Husband, 77, of San Augustine County passed away Wednesday, April 17, 2024. Dave was born October 28, 1946, in San Augustine County to parents Neal and Hyburnia (Wade) Husband. He was a lifelong resident of the San Augustine area. He had been a business owner in San Augustine for 25 years and was a farmer/rancher. Dave was a community supporter, helping with many organizations and activities. He was a member of Go Texan and an avid supporter of San Augustine County's youth...

Jerry Alan Wall, born February 26, 1956 also known as “Apaw” of Broaddus TX, went to be with The Lord on April 21, 2024 in Kingwood, TX.  He was surrounded by his wife and children. Jerry Alan was known as a master craftsman, a world class musician, for his generosity, and for his uncanny ability to light up a room.  His laugh was infectious and everyone that knew him has a great “Alan story”.  If he thought you needed it, he would give you the shirt...

Mr. Lucas Wayne Lakey of Lufkin, Texas, passed away Saturday, April 20, 2024, at University Medical Center in New Orleans, Louisiana, at the age of 21 years, 4 months, 27 days. Lucas was born November 24, 2002, in Lufkin, Texas, and had been a longtime resident of the Broaddus and Lufkin areas. He graduated from Broaddus High School, where he enjoyed playing basketball. Lucas was a pile driver, working in construction. He had a great passion for music, especially playing the guitar and...

Cheryl Annette Ramsey passed away Wednesday, April 17, 2024, in San Augustine at the age of 47 years, 1 month, and 28 days. She was born February 20, 1977, in San Augustine to parents Vicky (Bennefield) and Jimmy Fuller and lived many of her childhood years in San Augustine however she graduated from Silsbee High School. Cheryl loved the Lord and was a member of Rosevine Church of God. She loved her family, especially children and grandchildren, and strived for each of them to know God....

Mr. Perry Lee Curry Jr. of Broaddus, Texas, passed away Wednesday, April 10, 2024, at his residence at the age of 80 years, 9 months, 15 days. Mr. Curry was born June 26, 1943, in DeRidder, Louisiana, to parents Mettye (Foshee) Curry and Perry Lee Curry Sr. He served his country in the U.S. Army. He later began a long distinguished career with Bell Telephone, which later became a part of AT&T and the Lucent Technology. Perry retired with 33 years of service. He had a great love of...