1994 — 2026 Dakota Carl Blakley, 31 years, 8 months and 29 days, of Madisonville, TX passed away Thursday, March 12, 2026, in Marathon, FL. Graveside services are scheduled for 2 p.m.
1955 — 2026 Kevin Don Ward, age 70, passed away peacefully at his home on March 11, 2026 in Sweeny, Texas surrounded by family. Born in Freeport on October 24, 1955, Kevin was a character cut from a different cloth.
1979 — 2026 Heather Lyn Russell, 46 years of Lufkin, TX, passed away on Tuesday, March 3, 2026 at her home. Heather’s life will be celebrated at 3 p.m.
1953 — 2026 Betty Wingfield West, wife of Carroll Heath West, was a loving mother, grandmother, and friend whose warmth, laughter, and generosity touched everyone she met. She cherished her family, her famous pies, and the joy of crafting, shopping, and talking to anyone and everyone.
1934 — 2026 Alton Ford Hooper, born on August 26, 1934, passed away on March 1, 2026, at the age of 91 years, 6 months. He was a long-time resident of Madison County for more than eighty years.
1950 — 2026 Donna Sue (Snider) Hall, 75 years, 2 months and 4 days, of Normangee, passed away Sunday, March 1, 2026 at her home. Graveside services were scheduled for 1 p.m.
1924 — 2026 Myrtle Elizabeth 'Beth' Blagrave, a longtime Madison County resident, was born on August 26, 1924, in North Zulch, Texas and passed away peacefully surrounded by family on February 20, 2026. She lived 101 ½ years rooted in faith, family and helpfulness to others.