Ms. Courtney CaSha Shaynee’ “Jean” Smith, age 43, of San Augustine departed this physical life on April 4, 2024, at her residence in Lufkin.
Kenneth Wayne 'Ken' Birdwell, 64, died Friday, April 5, 2024. Kenneth was born February 2, 1960, in San Augustine and was a lifelong area resident. He was a registered nurse and had a distinguished and respected career in health care, not only in East Texas but throughout the state. Kenneth had worked as a consultant with the State Board of Nursing, as well as working to lead the teams of several nursing homes and home health agencies as director of nursing. Birdwell also worked in corporate management bringing cutting edge expertise for multiple locations.