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William Edward “Bill” Kyle, 83, of Liberty, Texas passed away on Saturday, March 21, 2020 in Beaumont, Texas. He was born on November 9, 1936 in McLennan County, Texas to parents Whit William and Artie Mae (Peterson) Kyle who preceded him in death along with his sisters, Christine Kyle and Lola Mae Meyer; and brother, Delbert Kyle. Bill enjoyed fishing and spending time with his family, especially his grandchildren. He loved talking to people and never met a stranger. Bill was a...

Jane Craft Ray, 71, of Liberty, Texas passed away peacefully on Tuesday, March 18, 2020 at her residence surrounded by her loving family. She was born on July 5, 1948 in DeRidder, Louisiana to parents Armille Rider and Rosa Chatman. Jane was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, sister and friend. She was a strong Christian woman who would help anyone in need. For many years she volunteered for local charities. Jane loved people. She raised a blended family and loved all of her children and...

Rae Dell Baker, 74, of Liberty, Texas passed away on Saturday, March 14, 2020 at Harbor Hospice in Beaumont, Texas. Rae Dell was born in Houston, Texas on May 25, 1945 to parents Wesley Cravey and Jewel Cravey. Rae Dell worked for many years as a secretary for various businesses in the area. She was a Godly woman who enjoyed reading scripture, studying the bible and talking with people about the Lord. She liked to crochet. She loved to cook and spend time outdoors. Rae Dell cherished her...

Kennith Ray Winn, 79, of Karnak, Texas passed away on Sunday, March 8, 2020 at Christus Good Shepherd Hospital in Longview, Texas surrounded by his loving family. He was born on September 17, 1940 in Salem, Illinois to parents Marvin Elmer Winn and Lola Irene Winn. In 1958, Kennith enlisted in the United States Marine Corps. He proudly served his country for six years. After being honorably discharged, he went on to graduate from Texas A&M with a Master’s Degree in Education. He...

Johnny “Dickie” Lovell Johnson- age 61 passed away Friday February 28, 2020. Johnny was born in Pasadena, Texas January 31, 1959 the son of Johnny Johnson and Patsy Cunningham Johnson. Johnny enjoyed fishing, hunting, or anything on the water. He loved spending time with his family and friends. Johnny was a man of conviction, if he told you he was going to do something, he did, he was direct, honest, and trustworthy. A hard worker he last worked at Smart Materials as a heavy...

Joyce Ann Runnels- age 74 of Devers, Texas passed away Wednesday February 26, 2020 in Dayton, Texas. Joyce was born February 16, 1946 in Palestine, Texas the daughter of the late Melvin Miller Sr. and Margie Nell Churchman Miller. Joyce last worked as a Mail Room Supervisor for Texas Department of Corrections in Dayton.  Joyce received her associates degree at the University of Houston. Her education led her to work as an Insurance Adjuster, Substitute teacher, and Adult Care Services....

Richard Ronald Frye- age 54 of Dayton passed away suddenly February 25, 2020 in Liberty. Richard was born April 6, 1965 in Garland, Texas the son of the late Ronald Kenneth Frye and Mary Ethel Page Frye Moseley. Richard worked as a tow truck operator for Moseley Wrecker for numerous years. He also worked as a Reserve Deputy for Liberty County Sheriff Department and for Allison Funeral Service. Richard was a graduate of Liberty High School Class of 1983. He went on to serve in the US Navy...

Loy G. Huff- age 86 passed away Thursday February 21, 2020 in Huffman, Texas. Loy was born September 10, 1933 in Wills Point, Texas the son of the late Allen Franklin Huff and Lilly Spears Huff. Loy enjoyed hunting, fishing, traveling, and always was on the go. He worked for over twenty-six years for Chevron as a Polyethelene Supervisor. He was preceded in death by his parents as well as his sister Voncil Huff, and two brothers Hollis and Milton Huff. He leaves behind to cherish his memory...

Opal Louise Ussery, 73 of Liberty, Texas passed away on February 18, 2020 at St. Elizabeth’s Hospital in Beaumont, Texas surrounded by her loving family. She was born on October 22, 1946 in Pensacola, Florida to parents JW Weaver and Bonnie Shockley. Opal owned Touch of Country flower shop in Liberty for many years. She was a loving wife, mother and grandmother. She enjoyed listening to country music, fishing with her husband and watching Wheel-of-Fortune, Jeopardy, Ghost Whisperer...

Byron Jay “BJ” Varnadore, 64 of Liberty, Texas passed away on February 16, 2020 at his residence surrounded by his loving family. BJ was born on May 2, 1955 in Gardena, California to parents J. Cue “Jake” Varnadore and Rena Mae Singleton. BJ was a loving and devoted husband, father, grandfather, brother and friend. BJ worked for the City of Liberty for over thirty years and most recently for TX Electric Coop as a Loss Control Specialist. He loved to golf and hunt....