All Obituaries

MaryEllen Carey, known to many as Granny, age 94, passed peacefully at home January 23, 2020. MaryEllen was known for her feistiness and spunk. 5 foot fireball that lived her life doing exactly what she wanted when she wanted. Known for not holding back her opinion and telling things exactly like they were, it might not have been what people wanted to hear but it was always the truth. She was genuine to a fault, and never felt the need to sugar coat or apologize for doing things her way....

Shannon Scott Franklin age 60, of Deport, passed away, Monday, January 20, 2020 at Paris Regional Hospital. He was born to Jack Benny and Lanelle Randle Franklin on September 30, 1959 in Paris. Shannon took everything that came his way in life with a big heart and smile.  He will be missed by all that loved him. He is survived by his parents, two brothers; Jeffery Todd Franklin and wife Janice of Edmond, Oklahoma and Curtis Randle Franklin and wife Carol of Kansas City, MO., five...

Olin Kyle Russell, age 81, of Clarksville, passed away, Thursday, January 16, 2020, at Clarksville Nursing Center.  Kyle was born June 12, 1938, in Clarksville to Joe Edd and Alice Celestial Parchman Russell.  His sister, Joe Alice Davison preceded him in death. Cremation arrangements under the direction of Clarksville Funeral Home Memorial Services are set for, Saturday, January 25, 2020 at 2:00 p.m. at the Annona Methodist Church. Survivors include 2 sons, Bradford...

Tommy Leverett, age 62, of Clarksville passed away, Thursday, January 16, 2020 at Brentwood Nursing Facilty in Paris.   Tommy was born July 24, 1957 in Crane to Willard Carroll and Edna Gallander Leverett.  He graduated from Clarksville High School and Paris Junior College.  While in College he was a member of the Paris Junior College Madrigals Singers.  Tommy was an avid musician and loved playing the fiddle! He was an avid outdoorsman and enjoyed the fellowship of...

Bobby Ray Presley, 82 of Pittsburg, Texas was born on Peter's Prairie outside of Clarksville on November 6, 1937 to the late Wiley Richard Arvle Presley and Alma Pearl Babb Presley. He married the love of his life Tressie Lavonne Mabry Presley on October 5, 1956. Bobby "B.R." passed away on January 15, 2020 in Tyler, Texas. Bobby graduated from Annona High School in 1956. He was a star football player on Annona's 6 man football team, ran track as...

James Meredith, age 86, of Clarksville, passed away Wednesday, January 15, 2020, at his residence.  He was born, July 5, 1933, in Red River County to George Dolf and Ethel Dale Meredith.  James was retired after 39 years with the Texas Department of Transportation.  He also served in the National Guard.  His wife, Barbara Whiteman Meredith; granddaughter, Morgan Meredith; brothers, Nolan, Norman and Orvil Meredith; and his sister, Betty Westfall all preceded him in...

Billie Francis Monkhouse Weemes, age 86, of Clarksville, passed away, Tuesday, January 14, 2020 at her residence. She was born to Lewis and Inez Watson Fryar, November 19, 1933 in Red River Co. Billie was an unforgettable woman to all who met her. Her smile, bright lipstick and laugh could light up any room. Billie was a wonderful MeMe to her grandchildren and they all were her pride and joy. She was a member of Hopewell Baptist Church where she attended until her health wouldn’t allow...

Anita Kay Gibson, age 59, of Lindale, passed away Saturday, 11, 2019, at Lindale Healthcare Center. Anita was born June 29, 1960, in Eastland to James B. and Audrey Gist Johnston.  Anita enjoyed painting, listening to music and reading in her pastime.  She loved her children and grandchildren very much and will be deeply missed.  Her parents preceded her in death. Memorial services are set for 11:00a.m. Saturday, January 25, 2020, at Gravel Hill Baptist Church with Rev. Sam...

Maggie Lou Greer Williams, age 93, of Bogata, went home to be with our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Saturday, January 11, 2020, as she was surrounded by her loved ones. She was born to Ben and Lottie Patton Greer in Cuthand on February 11, 1926. Mrs. Williams was married on March 11, 1944 to the love of her life, Carl W. Williams.  They were married for 71 wonderful years.  Maggie loved spending time with her family and you could always find her gardening, cooking or...

Nancy Louise (Reep) Castleman, age 76, of Irving formerly of Detroit, passed away, Thursday, January 9, 2020, in a Irving hospital.  Nancy was born September 20, 1943, in Deport to Fred N. and Doris Bridges Reep. They preceded her in death.  She was a member of the Catholic Church. Funeral services are set for 2:00 p.m. Monday, January 13, 2020, in Lindeman Chapel of Clarksville Funeral Home.  Burial will follow in Liberty Cemetery under the direction of Clarksville Funeral...