Jesus Garcia Arellano (1930 - 2024) Jesus Garcia Arellano, 93, of Liberty, Texas, passed away on April 18, 2024. He was born December 25, 1930, in Rayon, San Luis Potosi to Manuel Garcia Rivera and Maria Eufrocina Arellano Padilla. He was preceded in death by his parents, siblings, and children: Marcelina, first born daughter, Preciliano, Margarito, and Humberto, and grandchildren: Jesus Garcia and Melba Castro. He is survived by his loving wife of 70 years, Maria Guadalupe Reyes...

Lt. Col. (Retired) Charles Orien “Skip” McAdams (80) passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on April 18th, 2024, in San Antonio, Texas. Born March 25, 1944, to Harley and Dorothy McAdams, Skip lived in Liberty, Texas, with his three siblings: Harley, Sira Lynn (Sparky), and John. After graduating from Liberty High School, Skip attended Texas A&M University from 1962-1966, where he earned a Bachelor of Business Administration degree in Finance. He was commissioned...

Retha “Puggy” Jean Stockholm, 93, of Liberty, Texas, peacefully departed this life on Sunday, April 14, 2024, in Liberty. She was born on October 19, 1930, in Kirbyville, Texas. She was the cherished daughter of the late Robert E. and Erie Gillespie Wall. Retha, affectionately known as “Puggy,” attended South Park High School in Beaumont, where she was a spirited Greenie, active in the pep squad and basketball team. Puggy’s devotion to her faith was unwavering....

Kelly Lynn Smart, 65, of Liberty, Texas, passed away on Saturday, April 13, 2024, in Baytown, Texas, surrounded by her loving family. She was born on July 16, 1958, in Port Arthur, Texas, to Molly Lee Hebert Cormier and the late Kenneth Wayne Webster, Sr. Kelly’s journey was marked by dedication and hard work. She graduated from Westbury High School in Houston, Texas, with the class of 1977. At 14, she began her first job at Shipley Donuts, laying the foundation for her strong work...

Dianne Davis Caninenberg, 82, of Liberty, Texas, passed away on Friday, April 12, 2024. She was born on December 19, 1941, to Max William Davis and Betty Williams Davis. Dianne spent her childhood in various cities in Texas and time in Mexico with her grandparents. She later moved to Anahuac, Texas, where she met her husband, Vernon Caninenberg. They were married on December 19, 1957, in Anahuac, Texas, and made their home in Liberty, Texas. Dianne was a homemaker and mother who assisted...

Marla Lanette Crump, 63, of Liberty, Texas, passed away on Friday, April 12, 2024, at her home, surrounded by her loving family and friends. She was born on September 15, 1960, in Pasadena, Texas, to the late Burl and Dorothy Lucille Hoffman, Marla’s life was a testament to love, generosity, and strength. Marla cherished her time with family and friends, finding joy in working on the farm and relishing every moment on the lake. Known for her immense heart, she never hesitated to...

Walter “Brooks” Miller, 84, a lifelong resident of Liberty, Texas, passed away peacefully at his home on Friday, April 12, 2024, surrounded by his loving family. He was born on August 25, 1939, in Liberty, Texas, the son of the late V.B. “Jack” and Katherine Eloise Abshier Miller. Brooks graduated from Liberty High School with the Class of 1957. He pursued his passion for Industrial Electricity, earning his associate degree from Lamar State College of Technology in...

Randy Alan McCarty, 63, passed away peacefully at his residence in Houston, Texas, on Friday, April 5, 2024. He was born on August 29, 1960, in Liberty, Texas, to the late James Allen and Shirley Faye Ferguson McCarty. Randy's life was a vibrant tapestry of passion, creativity, and dedication. From a young age, Randy showcased a keen eye for artistry, embracing photography, barefoot water skiing, traveling, decorating, and cherishing his time on the family farm during his childhood. His...

Stephanie Renee Marshburn Harper, 53, of Dayton, Texas, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, April 4, 2024, in Kingwood, Texas, surrounded by her loving family. She was born on June 18, 1970, in Dallas, Texas, to Joan Marie Ponder Marshburn and the late Tommy Preston Marshburn. Stephanie leaves behind a legacy of warmth, kindness, and genuine care. Stephanie graduated from Liberty High School with the class of 1988 and found her calling in the construction industry, where she excelled in...

Mary John Clayton, 90, of Devers, Texas, passed away on April 3, 2024. She was born February 11, 1934, in San Augustine, Texas, to Willie “Bill” Hughes and Lois Powell Hughes. She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband of 45 years, Earl Clayton, her daughter Kathryn Clayton Garner, her sister Willie Mae Hughes Wright, and her nieces Martha Partin and Linda Powell. Mary loved God, her church, First Baptist Church of Devers, and her church family. She served as church...