Obituaries

Clifton Anthony Todd, 67, of Bronson, passed away on Thursday, Aug. 1, 2024 at his residence. Born in Houston, on February 13, 1957, to James Euel Todd and Corene Tyler Todd, Clifton was a lifetime resident of Sabine County. He was known for his love of the outdoors, particularly hunting, and his other hobbies of collecting guns and playing guitar. For many years, Clifton worked as a truck driver, dedicating his career to hauling freight across various states. His work was not just a job but a passion, allowing him to explore different landscapes, which he greatly enjoyed.

Marshall Parker Williams was 82 years old when he passed away at his home in Hemphill, on Friday, July 26, 2024. He was born on January 15th, 1942, in Houston, to Janis and Claude Williams, who both preceded him in death. He was a man who valued and craved knowledge. In 1963, he earned his bachelor’s degree from Houston’s prestigious Rice University where he met his first wife Sharon Marie Sammis, who also preceded him in death. Sharon and Marshall were married August 31, 1963. After a tour in the Army, he attended Texas Tech University in Lubbock, where he earned both his master's degree and finally his doctorate degree in mathematics in 1972. It was during this time that he and Sharon Marie had their son Randall Lee Williams.

Ricky Lynn Chaddick, aged 65, passed away on Wednesday, July 24, 2024, in Bronson. Born on July 17, 1959, in Kountze, to Clarence Chaddick and Alma Alice Carroway, Ricky was a lifelong resident of Sabine County. He was a self-employed logger and junkman, known for his love of telling jokes and spending quality time with his family, especially his grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

com. Willie Reba Ladner Williams, age 85, of Orange, passed away peacefully on Thursday morning, July 25, 2024, surrounded by her loved ones.

Jerry Marvin Stanfield, 82, of Hemphill, passed away on Sunday, July 21, 2024, in Fredericksburg. Born on May 29, 1942, in Willard, Ohio, to Gehrett Erwin Stanfield and Arlene Alice Courtright. Jerry served honorably in the U.S. Navy, before establishing a successful career as a respected contractor in the construction field where he was respected for his work ethic and expertise.

Gary Doyle Snyder, 67, passed away on Wednesday, July 17, 2024, in Bronson,. Born on March 18, 1957, in the Bancroft Community near Merryville, Louisiana, he was the son of Burnice Wester Snyder and Mildred E. Johnson Snyder.

Michael Howard Stewart, aged 71, of Hemphill, passed away on Wednesday, July 17, 2024, in Conroe. Born on March 28, 1953, in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, he was the son of Alfred Clyde Stewart, Jr. and Virginia Lee Bailey Stewart. Michael spent his early life in Oklahoma before making Texas his long-term home. A proud veteran, Michael served in the Navy during the Vietnam War, a period that shaped much of his later life and values. After his military service, he dedicated many years to servicing airplanes at Hobby Airport.

Bonnie Lynn Rach, born on June 21, 1921, in Orange, to Joseph Guidry and Rosa Hollier Guidry, passed away peacefully on July 16, 2024, at the age of 103 at Legacies Nursing and Rehab in Hemphill. She was a longtime resident of Hemphill, having resided here since 2008. Bonnie, a spirited and witty soul, touched the lives of many with her sassy one-liners and bubbly personality. She made an impact on everyone she met. Bonnie's early education was completed at Stark High School in Orange. She devoted much of her life to being a loving wife, mother, and homemaker, cherishing the time spent with her family. She was a faithful member of the Rayburn Methodist Church. Over the years she had been a member of the Bengal Guards Drum Corp. Her musical talents extended to being a member of a ukulele group and playing the dulcimer. She was also a proud veteran of the Red Cross during World War II.

David Ray 'Bull' Whitmire, 62, of Hemphill, passed away on July 5, 2024, in Nacogdoches. Born on August 3, 1961, in Hemphill, to Cleo Whitmire and Clara Jones Whitmire. He was a cherished member of the community and a dedicated paramedic for over 25 years. David was a graduate of Hemphill High School earning the nickname, 'Bull' during his time playing Football. He began his career at Temple in Pineland, until his passion for helping others led him to a fulfilling career as a paramedic, where he devoted himself to service and care. An outdoorsman at heart, David enjoyed fishing, hunting, camping, and gardening, sharing these joys with family and friends.