Joyce Marie Menefee, went to be with our Lord on April 6, 2021. She was a woman before her time. She grew up in Madison County where she met the love of her life, Henry Menefee. She followed him through thick and thin. And, together, they managed a Two Way Radio Station for 10 years. Joyce was a loving mother who devoted her entire life to raising 4 children. She was a true pioneer and artistically creative, as demonstrated through her beautiful poems. Joyce’s interests were many she loved books, songs, people, animals and tending to her garden. She was a unique and caring individual who treated everyone like they were her next of kin. And, she will be remembered for her quick wit, caring heart and unconditional love. Preceded in death by her parents, William and Lillian McWhorther and brothers, William, JC and Earl; sisters, Ruth, Helen, Ruby. Lilian and Pauline and daughter-in-law, Linda Menefee. She is survived by her husband of 71 years, Henry Menefee; children Allen, Mitchell, Kenny & Linda Menefee and daughter, Connie Conaway; and many grandchildren, great grandchildren, nieces and nephews. The family expresses appreciation for all the condolences received from numerous friends and relatives. Although our hearts are heavy, we will celebrate Joyce’s life and find comfort that she is at peace. Due to COVID, there will be a private memorial with the immediate family.

LaVonne Hicks Burk, 85, was a member of the Fellowship Primitive Baptist Church and a long-time resident of Madisonville, Texas. She was born to William Perrington “Perry” Hicks and Thelma Mae (Wilson) Hicks on August 30, 1935, in Bryan, Texas, as Pansy Lavon. She was at Life Care Hospice, in Wooster, Ohio, when her heavenly Father called her home on November 27, 2020.

James Randall Miller, a long-time resident of Madison County, was born January 29, 1957 in Houston, Texas to Joe H. & JoAnn (Anderson) Miller. He was raised in Houston and was self-employed as a Master Plumber.

Funeral services for Billy “Hotshot” Diserens, 80, were held 11 A.M., Thursday, April 1, 2021 at Rock Prairie Baptist Church. Pastors Olan Weaver & Glenn Connor officiated the service, and interment followed in Rock Prairie Cemetery, adjacent to the church.

Jackie Nell Springer, 89, of Madisonville, Texas passed away March 27, 2021 at her home in Madisonville. She was born April 19, 1931 in Midway, Texas to parents, James R. & Annie B. (Gafford) Colquitt.

Cheryl Lynne (Harrison) Thacker; 63 years, 5 months, 21 days; of Jewett, TX; passed away on Saturday; March 27, 2021 at her home surrounded by her loving family. The funeral service is scheduled for 2PM on Saturday; April 3, 2021 at Day Funeral Home Chapel in Madisonville, TX with the burial to follow at Hopewell Cemetery in Normangee, TX. Bro. Tim Davis will officiate. The visitation is scheduled from 5-7PM on Friday; April 2, 2021 at Day Funeral Home in Madisonville, TX.

Maurice Coldiron; 86 years, 6 months, 7 days; a long-time resident of Madisonville, TX; passed away on Wednesday; March 24, 2021 in Madisonville, TX. Funeral services are scheduled for 2PM on Friday; April 2, 2021 at Day Funeral Home Chapel in Madisonville, TX with Bro. Tuffy Loftin officiating. The burial will follow at Rock Prairie Cemetery in North Zulch, TX with military and masonic honors. The visitation is scheduled for 1PM prior to the service. Maurice was born on

Funeral services for Jesse Casey, 95, were held 10 A.M., Friday, April 2, 2021 at Madisonville Funeral Home, Madisonville, Texas. Bro. Brad Brock officiated the service, and interment will be followed in Allphin Cemetery in rural Madison County.