Obituaries

Eloise Evans Kincel, 61, of Beaumont, passed away on August 9, 2024. Born on October 2, 1963, in Center, to J.B. Evans and Bobbie Jean Rash Evans, she was a beacon of warmth and love throughout her life. Eloise spent her formative years in Jasper, before making Sabine County her home for 44 years. Known for her vibrant personality, she cherished her role as a loving housewife and mother, always putting her family first. Eloise's love extended beyond her home; she was an active member of the Bronson Revival Center, where she enjoyed inviting others to join her in worship and community activities.

Susan Elizabeth Turley (née Freeland), aged 66, of Hemphill, passed away on August 1, 2024. Susan was born on August 9, 1957, in Lafayette, Indiana to Kenneth Freeland and the late Aloha Yarian Freeland. A longtime resident of Sabine County, after previously living in Tyler County, Susan dedicated her life to her family, embodying the roles of a housewife, mother, and homemaker. She was a woman of simple pleasures, one of which was hunting for arrowheads, a hobby that allowed her to connect with nature and history.

Robert Calvin Burch, affectionately known as 'Uncle Bob,' passed away on Sunday, July 28, 2024, at the age of 74 in Lufkin. Born on January 3, 1950, in Houston, to Calvin Burch and Reba Lindsey, he spent his early years in San Augustine before making Rosevine his long-term home.

Jane Ellen Hill (née White), born on April 1, 1955, in Hemphill, to Rex White and Atrell Wright White, passed away peacefully on August 4, 2024, in Jasper, at the age of 69. A lifetime resident of Sabine County, Jane was a graduate of Hemphill High School. She dedicated her life to her family, embracing her role as a loving housewife, mother, and caregiver. Jane was the heart of her household, known for her nurturing spirit and the warm, welcoming home she maintained.

Betty Ann McGown (née White), aged 83, passed away peacefully on Monday, July 29, 2024, in Lufkin. Born on April 19, 1941, in Hemphill, to Rex and Atrell Wright White, Betty lived a life marked by devotion to her family and community. A lifelong homemaker, Betty cherished her roles as a mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. She dedicated many years to nurturing her family, instilling values of love and togetherness. Betty was a beloved member of the Pine Park United Pentecostal Church, where she had served as a Sunday School Teacher and Youth Leader, deeply influencing many young lives with her faith and wisdom.