Obituaries

May 19, 2019

Velma Louise Schubert went home to be with her Lord on Sunday, May 19, 2019. She was born to Tollie Parker & Ivereen Denny Parker on July 20, 1938 in Dallas, Texas. Her parents preceded her in death, along with 2 siblings; Maurice Parker and Shirley Parker McFaul. Velma is survived by one sister, Mavis Parker Shute and one...

May 16, 2019

Antonio Loya, 41, of Commerce, passed away on Thursday, May 16, 2019 in Dallas, while surrounded by his family.  He was born on December 14, 1977 in Fremont, California to Tony Loya and Deborah Ann Antonetti.

Antonio is survived by his wife, Brandy; his children, Levi Rogers and Angelina Loya; his brothers, Adam Antonetti, Justin Loya and...

May 11, 2019

Kenneth Dale Cummings, 76, of Emory, Texas, passed away on Saturday, May 11, 2019 in Tyler, Texas.  Kenneth was born on September 28, 1942 in Konawa, Oklahoma to Virgil Herman Cummings and Gertha Irene Branscum Cummings

Kenneth attended high school in Konawa, Oklahoma.  On February 9, 1970 he married the love of his life, Cathy Cupit.  Some...

Apr 18, 2019

Marvin Edward Bailey Jr., 63, of Commerce TX, passed away peacefully in his home on April 18, 2019.

Visitation will be held from 10 am to 12 pm on Tuesday, April 23, 2019 at the Cross Trails Cowboy Church in Fairlie, TX.  Funeral Services will be held immediately following visitation at 12 pm, with Jason Cunningham officiating....

Apr 10, 2019

Gerald Neal, 64 years of age, a resident of Winnsboro, TX, passed away in Winnsboro while surrounded by his loving family.  The family will hold a memorial service at a later date.

Apr 8, 2019

Shirley Erb, of Commerce, passed away at her residence while surrounded by loved ones.  No services are planned at this time.

Apr 8, 2019

Allen Lynn Martin, 87, passed away on Monday, April 8, 2019 in Commerce, Texas.  He was born on March 25, 1932.  A visitation will take place on Thursday, April 11, 2019 at 10:00 a.m. at the First United Methodist Church in Commerce.  The funeral will immediately follow at 11:00 a.m. at the church with Reverend Sam Caldwell officiating.  Burial...

Mar 27, 2019

Alice Marie Belleville, of Paris, passed away peacefully with loved ones at her side.  She is safe in the arms of Jesus.  A private family gathering will be held at a later date.

Mar 22, 2019

James Charles Russell Sr.,76,  left this world to be with our Lord on March 22, 2019.  James was born on June 26, 1942 in Wynnewood, OK to parents John Russell and Charles Lottie Merideth Russell.   A memorial service will be held on Sunday, April 7, 2019 at 2:00 p.m. at Commerce Funeral Home, 1505 Washington St., Commerce, TX 75428....

Mar 6, 2019

William "Bill" Henry Draughn II, 86, of Commerce, passed away on March 6, 2019 at Briarcliff Nursing Home in Greenville, Texas.  He was born on July 10, 1932 in San Antonio, Texas, the son of Charles Moore Draughn and Lucy Lancaster Draughn of Wilson, North Carolina. A visitation will be held on Friday, March 8, 2019 from 5:00-7:00 p.m....

Mar 2, 2019

Melissa Marie Wooldridge James passed away on March 2, 2019.  Melissa was born September 26, 1973 to James Thompson (Tom) Wooldridge and Judy Ann Heath Wooldridge of Farmers Branch, Texas.  She graduated from W.T. White High School in 1991.  She then attended Texas A&M where she received her Bachelor of Science Degree in Industrial Distribution in 1995 and became...

Feb 25, 2019

Goldie Richard Davis, Jr., 80, of Sulphur Springs, passed away on Monday, February 25, 2019 after a lengthy illness.  Goldie was born on September 23, 1938 in Whitesboro, Texas, the son of Goldie Richard Davis, Sr. and Josephine Laynette Kyle Davis.

Goldie attended Texas High School in Texarkana, Texas, graduating in 1957. While a student there, he...

Feb 22, 2019

Billie Marie Capps Mills, 89, of Commerce passed away at her home on Friday, February 22, 2019.  Born at home in Sallisaw, Oklahoma on December 6, 1929, she was the eldest of three children born to Oscar Elmer and Iva LaVelle Cassady Capps.

Billie grew up in Sallisaw, graduating from Sallisaw High School in 1947 before attending...

Feb 18, 2019

Robert Stephen Yurik, 69, of Commerce, passed away February 18, 2019.  Robert was born in New York and raised in Woodford, VA.  Robert’s life eventually led him to Commerce, where he lived for over 20 years.

Robert enjoyed country western dancing in his younger years.  He was also a fan of classic cars and collectibles.

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Feb 8, 2019

Katie Jackson, of Campbell, passed away in Greenville following an illness.  No services are planned at this time.

Feb 7, 2019

Norma Howser, of Powderly, passed away at her home surrounded by loved ones.  The family will hold a private service at a later date.

Feb 5, 2019

Bonnie Lee Willet, of Commerce, TX passed away early Tuesday morning in Plano.  No services are planned at this time.

Jan 25, 2019

Nancy Marie Madewell, of Commerce, passed away January 25, 2019.  Nancy was born on September 27, 1932, to Wilhelmina (Hard) and Elmer Cecil Jones in Aubrey, TX.   She married A. B. Madewell on February 3, 1951, in Denton, TX.

Nancy attended Denton High School.  In 1960, she and A.B. moved their family to Commerce, TX where they...

Jan 16, 2019

Jerry Bomer, of Commerce, passed away at his residence surrounded by loved ones.  He is safe in the arms of Jesus.  A memorial service will be held at Cross Trails Cowboy Church in Fairlie on Saturday, January 26 at 5:00 p.m.

Dec 31, 2018

Sally Jeanne Lawwill, 69, of Commerce, passed away on December 31, 2018 in Dallas.  Sally was born on August 25, 1949 in Jamestown, Ohio, the daughter of Harold Stanley Lawwill and Martha Cunagan Lawwill.

Sally graduated high school in 1967.  In the years that followed, she had many varied interests that filled her time.  She was a...