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Obituaries

James Thomas Blackburn  

James Thomas Blackburn

1 month ago By News Staff
James Thomas Blackburn, affectionately known as Uncle Thomas, passed away on May 23, 2026, in Hemphill, at the age of 86. Born on December 13, 1939, in Haskell, to Joe and Alma (Pitman) Blackburn, he lived a life marked by devotion to his family and his passions. Thomas was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Dena; his parents, Joe and Alma; his brothers, Reggie and Wayne; and his nieces, Sarah and Pam. He leaves behind a loving family, including his sister-in-law, Janice Blackburn; nieces and nephews, Susie and Mike Zanolin of Aquilar, Colorado, Patsy and Charles Dickerson of Milam, Little Wayne and Stacey of Center, Regina and Mike Suniga of Terrell, Robbie Blackburn of Mesquite, Roy Spears of Hemphill, and Timmy Davis of Milam; and numerous greatnieces and great-nephews.
Robert Henry Hamilton  

Robert Henry Hamilton

1 month ago By News Staff
Robert Henry Hamilton, a lifetime resident of Hemphill, passed away on May 19, 2026, at the age of 86. Born on June 13, 1939, in Hemphill, to Henry Jefferson Hamilton and Eula Mae Retherford Hamilton, he led a life marked by community involvement and a love for his family. A proud graduate of Hemphill High School, Class of 1958, Robert was a heck of an athlete, particularly excelling in football. Shortly after graduating, he married his lifelong love, Frances June Easley. The couple enjoyed 57 years of marriage, filled with love and mutual support, until her passing.
Shirley T. Moore  

Shirley T. Moore

1 month ago By News Staff
Shirley T. Moore, age 86, of San Augustine, departed this physical life on Tuesday, May 12, 2026, at Colonial Pines Healthcare Center in San Augustine. Ms. Shirley T. Moore was born September 28, 1939. Shirley is survived by her two sons; Caster Moore of San Augustine, and Clinton Moore (Annie) of Magnolia, eight grandchildren; Timothy Malone, Caster Dewayne Moore (Scelest), Cyreetha Garrett (Zach), Christopher Moore, Cardell Moore, Cortdarius Moore, Clinton Moore (Paris), and Miracle Moore, twelve great-grandchildren and two great-great-grandchildren. As well as a host of other nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
Rhonda Lou Hargis  

Rhonda Lou Hargis

1 month ago By News Staff

Rhonda Lou Hargis, born on July 13, 1960, in Converse, Louisiana to Joseph V. Procell and Lucille Mae Leone Procell, passed away on May 13, 2026, in Nacogdoches, at the age of 65. A lifelong resident of Sabine County and a 1978 graduate of Hemphill High School, Rhonda dedicated many years of her career as a secretary in the insurance sector. Rhonda was a member of the First Baptist Church in Hemphill, where her involvement went beyond mere attendance, reflecting her deep faith and commitment to her community.

Mammie Odell Ruth Henson  

Mammie Odell Ruth Henson

1 month ago By News Staff

Mammie Odell Ruth Henson, age 79, of San Augustine, departed this physical life on Sunday, May 10, 2026, at Baylor, Scott & White Medical Center in Plano. Mrs. Mammie Odell Ruth Henson was born February 15, 1947. Survived by her sons; Alonzo Clack (Joyce) of Desoto, and Abbott Clack (Betty) of Houston, daughter: Andria Clack of Fort Worth, ten grandchildren, fifteen great- grandchildren, and one great-great grandchildren, and special niece Armanda Johnson (LeJon) of Minden, LA. As well as, a host of other nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

Michael John Murphy  

Michael John Murphy

1 month ago By News Staff
Michael John Murphy, born on March 10, 1953, in Houston, to Everett John Murphy and Emma Lee Richard Murphy, passed away at the age of 73 on May 16, 2026, in Broaddus. Michael spent the last 30 years of his life in Broaddus,, and was a cherished member of the Bethel Chapel Missionary Baptist Church in Pineland.
Donald Wesley Stark  

Donald Wesley Stark

1 month ago By News Staff

Donald Wesley Stark, 77, passed away on May 12, 2026, in Choctaw, Oklahoma. Born on August 30, 1948, in Leesville, Louisiana, to Wesley and Maurine Boone Stark, Donald was a lifelong resident of Sabine County and spent his career working in sawmills. Donald was a man of simple pleasures and deep passions. He was an avid outdoorsman who loved hunting and fishing, and he took great pride in his annual garden. His love for Zwolle Tamales and Stokers Original Cut Chewing Tobacco was well-known among his friends and family.

Michael Keith Johnson  

Michael Keith Johnson

1 month ago By News Staff
Michael Keith Johnson, called Keith by all his family and friends, passed away on May 6, 2026, in Cherry Valley, Arkansas, at the age of 77. Born on January 31, 1949, in Pineland, he was the son of Carroll Lopez Johnson and Willie Ester Parker Johnson.
Johnnie Mack Harper  

Johnnie Mack Harper

1 month ago By News Staff
Mr. Johnnie Mack Harper “Skippa Mack”, age 73, of San Augustine, departed this physical life on Sunday, May 3, 2026, at his residence in San Augustine. Johnnie Mack Harper was born September 01, 1952. Survived by his sons; Jarvis Harper of San Augustine, Jonavic “Macshayne” Harper of Nacogdoches, and Massaud Williams ( Romecia) of Center, daughters; Jasmine Harper of Lufkin, Latoya Miller (Kendrick) of San Augustine, and Sha-Ryiah Harper of San Augustine, a host of grandchildren, great-grandchildren and great-great grandchildren, sisters; Verna Williams of Garland, and Altee Harris of Flint, Michigan. As well as, a host of other nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
James Ambers Retherford  

James Ambers Retherford

2 months ago By News Staff
James Ambers Retherford, 61, passed away on April 29, 2026, in San Augustine. Born on July 3, 1964, in Orange, he was the son of Oscar and Margie Chappel. A lifelong resident of Sabine County, James dedicated his career to working as a diesel mechanic in the petroleum industry.
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