Obituaries

Janine Marie Hughes, 69 of Milam, passed away peacefully Wednesday, February 14th, 2024 in the comfort of her home in Milam. Born August 31, 1954 in St. Paul, MN, Janine is the daughter of the late Kenneth Martin, and survived by her mother Barbra Lundberg. Janine is survived by: Daughter, Emily Jones and husband, Marcus Jones, Step-son, Kevin Hughes and wife, Janice Sledge Hughes, Daughter-in-law, Sonya Barnes Hughes, Grandchildren: Kaleb Hughes, Michelle Johnson and Marissa Johnson. Siblings: Brother, Jeff Martin and wife, Terry, Sister, Janette Short and husband Jeff, Brother, Jim Martin and wife, Linda and Brother, Jerry Martin and wife, Judy.

Cindy Ann Dorn, 57, of Bronson, passed away Tuesday, February 6, 2024, at her residence. Cindy was born March 1, 1966 in Jasper, to Oscar Retherford and Margie Chappell. She was a 35-year resident of Sabine County, having previously lived in Vidor, Texas. Cindy had a talent for cooking and enjoyed spending time in the kitchen, making meals for her loved ones. In addition to her love for cooking, Cindy also enjoyed gambling whenever she had the chance.

Bettyann Ashworth, 83, of Hemphill, passed away Wednesday, January 31, 2024 in Nacogdoches. Bettyann was born May 30, 1940 in Palmerton, Pennsylvania. A former resident of Vidor, she had lived in Hemphill for the past seven years. She was a loving wife and mother that enjoyed cooking and taking care of her husband. She was a good woman that knew Jesus and loved her church and her cat, Wilbur. She is survived by her husband of 40 years, Coiless Ashworth of Hemphill; son, Michael Ashworth of Bridge City; daughters, Towanna Ashworth of Port St. Joe, Florida and Crystal Ashworth Berg and husband, Chuck Smith, of Hosford, Florida; son-in-law, John Berg of Bristol, Florida; and grandchildren, Ashley Palermo and husband, Ian, Cassidy Ashworth, Dakoda Berg and Megan Hill.

On Wednesday, January 31, 2024, Carol Louise Ferguson of Rosevine, was called to her heavenly home. She passed from this life in Lufkin, surrounded by her family. She was 80 years young. Carol was born August 6, 1943, in San Antonio, to Jesse George Beavers and Eudora Elizabeth Frazier Beavers. In September of 1963, she married the love of her life, Bruce Kennard Ferguson. For fifty-eight of their wonderful 60 years together, Bruce and Carol resided at their beautiful homestead in Rosevine where they raised their three children and welcomed each son-in-law, daughter-in-law, grandchild, and great-grandson.

Marsha Kay Williams Jackson, 69, of Milam, passed away Sunday, February 4, 2024 at Sabine County Hospital in Hemphill. Marsha was born September 25, 1954 in Nacogdoches, to Lindell Brown and Joyce Neal Brown. She was a lifetime resident of Sabine County and a member of East Mayfield Baptist Church. She had worked as a secretary for Hemphill ISD for many years where her smile was the first to greet you as you entered the school.

Wanda Sue Moody Loper was called to her heavenly home on January 30th, 2024 at the age of 75 after a courageous battle with lung cancer. Sue was born on June 24th, 1948 in Six Mile, to Denton David Moody and Adalene Smith Moody. A longtime resident of Longview, Wanda (Sue) was a family woman. When her mother died when she was twelve years old, Sue eagerly helped take care of her younger brothers, whether it be school work or other daily tasks. This love of family grew even more when she and her late husband, Jerry Loper welcomed a child of their own. Their son Trent was born while Jerry was serving in Vietnam. Sue dedicated her whole life to Trent, as he was her pride and joy.

Rev. Wesley Lane Pate, 88, of Bronson, passed away Thursday, February 1, 2024 in Lufkin. Bro. Pate was born October 1, 1935 in Nacogdoches County, to James Benjamin Pate and Belva Kate Pate. He was a longtime, beloved minister in Sabine County and pastor of Hemphill Missionary Baptist Church. He had resided in Bronson since 1988, having previously lived in Houston. When he wasn't preaching or ministering, you could find him faithfully studying his Bible.

Shirley Ann Williams, 88, of Hemphill, passed away on Wednesday, January 31, 2024 at Legacies Nursing Home in Hemphill. Shirley was born on March 22, 1935 in Hemphill, to Dalton Paul 'Shine' Smith and Lemmie Coussons Smith. She worked at First State Bank in Hemphill, for over 30 years. She enjoyed watching Gunsmoke and dancing. She is survived by her son, Randy Williams and wife, Jan of Mont Belvieu, ; brothers, Paul Smith and wife, Shirley of San Augustine, , Phillip Smith and wife, Pauline of Hemphill, and Michael Smith and wife Johnette of Hemphill, ; sisters, Tanya Walker and husband, Buckshot of Hemphill, and Stella Frances 'Sissy' Smith of Nacogdoches; grandchildren, Jennifer Ferguson and husband, Jody, Jason Williams and wife, Leah, Krystal Fuller and husband, Cole, Christy Tyer and husband, Mike, and Jennifer Foster and husband, Jay; 11 great grandchildren and one great-great grandchild.

com. Earl Douglas Behan, 71, of Hemphill, passed away Thursday, January 25, 2024 at his residence.