Obituary: Feb. 2008, Franklin Parish, LA Submitted by: Submitters name listed with obit ************************************************ Copyright. All rights reserved. http://usgwarchives.net/copyright.htm http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafiles.htm ********************************************** The following obituaries are listed below: Christine Parker Adams Joyce Skinner Atkins Dewey G. 'Lucky' Barnes Virginia Furr Bird Linda R. Borne Vincent Burnett Amos 'AC' Clemons Jr. Lee Benton Collins Edith Walters Cook Wallace C. Davis Moises Delgado Bennie Elzy Floyd William Ezell Elaine Gilmore Rosie L. Goldman Geraldine Crain Rushing Golsby Ralph A. Griffing Mat Heckard Jessie J. Jackson Benjamin Young Jennings Ethan Cole Johnson Ernest Reid Johnston Sandra Polk Long Clara Lee Loyd Kathy Jean Magee Bo Mullins Minnie Price Charles E. 'Pete' Rials, Sr. Lelia Rivers Lula Mae Lain Ross John Carlos Sodd Alice Faye Tarver Ronald Steve Temple Tommie Temple Daisy Thomas Willie Ervin Walker Edna 'Yvonne' Westbrook Jerry Williams Sarah Roxie Griffing Wright -------------------------------------- The Franklin Sun Winnsboro, LA February 27, 2008 Submitted June 2008 by: Glenda Warner Boyd Christine Parker Adams Christine Parker Adams, 84, died Monday, Feb. 18, 2008 in Portland, Oregon. She was born Dec. 27, 1924 to Mack and Willie Parker. She was preceded in death by her parents; and brother Robert D. Parker Sr. and his wife, Joyce. Survivors include a son, Donald and his wife Teresa Cockerham of Winnsboro; a daughter, Willie Cockerham, Portland; sister, Billie Donnell and husband Joe, Winnsboro; niece, Betty O'Brian, Winnsboro; grandchildren, a number of great-grandchildren; nieces and nephews. -------------------------------------------------------- The Franklin Sun Winnsboro, LA Feb. 12, 2008 Submitted Feb. 2008 by: DeWanna Robinson Lindo Joyce Skinner Atkins Funeral services for Joyce Skinner Atkins, 55, of Clayton were held Feb. 2, 2008 at Richardson-Sims Funeral Home Chapel in Ferriday with the Rev. Charles Minor officiating. Burial followed in the Ferriday Cemetery. Mrs. Atkins died Jan. 21, 2008 in Heritage Manor Nursing Home in Ferriday. Survivors include three daughters: Joycelyn Heard, Ferriday; Erica Green, Shreveport; LaQuan Cannon, Lafayette; three sisters: Rosie Blackston, El Paso, Texas; Dottie Brown, and Dorothy Skinner-Pot, both of Ft. Washington, Md.; three brothers: Henry Skinner, Frank Skinner, and Lionell Skinner, all of Ferriday; and 14 grandchildren. Pallbearers were Ronnie Joyce, Kenneth Cannon, Cyrus Green, Frank Skinner, Lionell Skinner, Robert Skinner and Henry Skinner. ------------------------------------------------------------------- The Franklin Sun Winnsboro, LA Feb. 19, 2008 Submitted Feb. 2008 by: DeWanna Robinson Lindo Dewey G. 'Lucky' Barnes Dewey G. "Lucky" Barnes was born in Ardmore, Oklahoma on January 1, 1921. He passed from this life on Tuesday, February 12, 2008. He was preceded in death by his wife of 57 years, Andre Barnes, and one grandson, Blake Tucker. He is survived by one son, Dr. Dewey G. Barnes III, and wife Pam, and daughters Donna and husband, Dr. Mike Tucker, and Carol and husband W. H. Sanders. He is also survived by five grandchildren: Dr. Dawn Pennebaker, Kristie McFarland, Dr. Mindy Williams, Kelly Kucin, and Dewey G. Barnes, IV and nine great-grandchildren. Mr. Barnes was a decorated World War II bomber pilot, flying thirty missions in a B-17. He received the Distinguished Flying Cross and Air Medal with 3 Oak-leaf Clusters and was always considered a hero by everyone except himself. He continued flying after the war as a "Crop Duster" and resided in Crowville for the last forty-three years. He was a mechanically-gifted man who loved to work with wood but could fix anything that moved. A tenure at Texas A&M was cut short due to the death of this father. He never knew anything but hard work, but never complained. In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation International, at 120 Wall St., 19th Floor, NY, NY, 10005 or St. Jude Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN, 38105. A memorial service was held at Bethany Worship Center in Crowville, on Saturday, February 16, at 2 p.m. To sign the guest book please visit www.gillfirstnational.com Ernest Reid Johnston A memorial service for Ernest Reid Johnston, 77, of Mangham will be held at Mangham Methodist Church today (Wednesday) at 3 p.m. Mr. Johnston was born Feb. 20, 1930 in Mangham and passed away Wednesday, Feb. 13, 2008 at Richardson Medical Center in Rayville. He was a resident of Mangham, an engineer, and a member of the Mangham Methodist Church. He was preceded in death by his mother, Dora Mae (Johnson) Burkhart, and father Eubie Blackmon. Survivors include his wife, Louise Johnston, Mangham; daughter, Dora Beth Johnston, Clearwater, Fla.; two step-children, Laura Keek, Raleigh, NC, and Mark George, Markle, Ind.; and one grandchild. To leave an online condolence for the family please visit www.youngscommunity.com --------------------------------------------- The Franklin Sun Winnsboro, LA Feb. 19, 2008 Submitted Feb. 2008 by: DeWanna Robinson Lindo Virginia Furr Bird Funeral services for Virginia Furr Bird, 102, of Sicily Island, were held at Pine Hill Baptist Church on Tuesday, Feb. 19, 2008 with the Rev. Clois Cole officiating. Interment followed at Old Pine Hill Cemetery under the direction of Young's Funeral Home in Ferriday. Mrs. Bird was born Sept. 28, 1905 in Wesson, Miss., and passed away Sunday, Feb. 17, 2008 at Sicily Island. She was a resident of Sicily Island, a homemaker, and a member of the Pine Hills Baptist Church. She was preceded in death by her husband, Audley Verne Bird; father, Wray Furr, mother, Emma Cordelia Girault Furr; daughters: Deta Allgood and Sunny Grayson; grandsons: Darian Bird and Walter Grayson; three sisters and four brothers. Survivors include daughter, Laverne Harris, Bossier City; son, Girault and his wife Juanita Bird of Sicily Island; sister-in-law, Sally Furr, Vidalia; two nieces: Mary Virginia Smith, Wisner; Jane Olson, Nashville, Tenn.; grandchildren: Judy Allgood Wallace, Ann Page Grayson Arnold, Mary Ellen Grayson Hopkins and John Girault Bird. Pallbearers were Don Arnold, Ian Arnold, Hardy Hopkins, Jeffery Keith Hopkins, Stan Wallace and John Bird. Memorials may be made to Pine Hill Baptist Church, Sicily Island. To leave an online condolence for the family please visit www.youngsfh.com. -------------------------------------------- The Franklin Sun Winnsboro, LA Feb. 12, 2008 Submitted Feb. 2008 by: DeWanna Robinson Lindo Linda R. Borne Graveside services for Linda R. Borne, age 60, of Wisner, formerly of New Orleans, were held at Thursday, Feb. 7, 2008 at the Masonic #1 Cemetery in New Orleans, under the direction of Gill First National Funeral Home in Winnsboro. She was born to Floyd and Aurelia Martine Borne on Feb. 23, 1947 and passed from this life on Monday, Feb. 4, 2008. She is preceded in death by her parents; one sister: Martha Borne. She is survived by her cousin, Dr. Vernon Baldwin of Winnsboro. -------------------------------------------- The Franklin Sun Winnsboro, LA Feb. 5, 2008 Submitted Feb. 2008 by: DeWanna Robinson Lindo Vincent Burnett Funeral services for Vincent Burnett, 49, of San Leandro, Calif., will be held at 1 p.m. Wednesday at St. Paul #1 in Wisner. Burial will follow at Oakley Cemetery, under the direction of Richardson and Sims Funeral Home, Winnsboro. Mr. Burnett, died Jan. 29, 2008. -------------------------------------------- The Franklin Sun Winnsboro, LA Feb. 5, 2008 Submitted Feb. 2008 by: DeWanna Robinson Lindo Amos 'AC' Clemons Jr. Funeral services for Amos "AC" Clemons Jr., 79, of Monroe were held Saturday at Solomon Temple Baptist Church in Monroe. Burial followed at Richwood Memorial Gardens in Monroe, under the direction of Richardson Funeral Home. Mr. Clemons, a factory worker, died Friday, Jan. 29, 2008 at St. Francis Medical Center. Survivors include his sons, Nathanial Martin, Shreveport; John Woods and Larry Woods, both of New York, NY; daughter, Mae Jackson, Murfreesboro, Tenn.; sister, Lucille C. Matthews, Winnsboro; 13 grandchildren and 15 great-grandchildren. Pallbearers were Ray Burton, Broderick Matthews, Micheal Powell, Gregory Powell, Arnathan Scott and Reginald Scott. ------------------------------------------- The Franklin Sun Winnsboro, LA Feb. 12, 2008 Submitted Feb. 2008 by: DeWanna Robinson Lindo Edith Walters Cook Funeral services for Edith Walters Cook, 76. of Gilbert, were held Friday, Feb. 8, 2008 in Gill Chapel with Rev. Bobby Ensminger officiating. Burial followed at Eureka Baptist Church Cemetery under the direction of Gill First National Funeral Home in Winnsboro. Mrs. Cook was born to the union of her parents Roy and Sallie Robinson Walters on March 21, 1931 in Gilbert, and passed from this life on Tuesday, Feb. 5, 2008 at St. Francis North Hospital. She attended the Calvary Baptist Church in Gilbert. Her hobbies were gardening and cooking. Mrs. Cook was one of the first women to work at Rockwell International Industries. She is preceded in death by her parents and her husband Joseph Cook. She is survived by six children: Fredia Kughn of Lafayette, La.; Rogers Hill of Gilbert; Ronnie Hill of Roseville, Calif.; Marilyn Hill of Gilbert; Stephen Hill of Gilbert; and Elizabeth Hill of Branson, Mo.; two brothers Frank Walters of Buford, SC and Hebert Walters of Baton Rouge;10 grandchildren and 14 great grandchildren. She is also survived by other relatives and friends. Pallbearers were Micah Beach, Nathan Duck, Jeffrey Hill, Leo Miller, Shane Taunton and Joel Taunton. To sign guest book and view video tribute please visit www.gillfirstnational.com -------------------------------------------- The Franklin Sun Winnsboro, LA Feb. 12, 2008 Submitted Feb. 2008 by: DeWanna Robinson Lindo Lee Benton Collins Funeral services for Lee Benton Collins, age 70, of Winnsboro, will be held at 1 p.m. today (Wednesday), Feb. 13, 2008 at the Bethany Worship Center in Crowville with Rev. Bill Nash and Rev. Ron Charrier officiating. Interment will follow at Providence Memorial Cemetery in Winnsboro. Mr. Collins was born on Sept. 5, 1937 in Tensas Parish to Jewel Lee and Mandy Thornton Collins and passed from this life on Sunday, Feb. 10, 2008 at Overton Brooks VA Hospital in Shreveport. He was a plumber who loved his cows and chickens. He especially loved his dog Prissy. He was in the Air Force for four years. He loved working on his deer stand. He was preceded in death by his parents; his wife of 49 years, Sandra Faye Carson Collins. He is survived by his wife: Kathleen Grayson Collins; three sons: Michael Lee Collins and wife Donna of Crowville; Randy Collins and wife Lori of Crowville; Jeff Collins and wife Dana of Crowville; one daughter: Janet Lynne Buckley and husband Bob of Marion; one brother: Jimmy Lee Collins; one sister Francis Collins; 10 grandchildren: Amanda, Emily, Megan, Justin, Randi Lynne, Ian, Hannah, and Laura Collins, Caleb Roberson, and Joshua Buckley; and too many friends to mention. Pallbearers will be Jarret "Buck" Buxton, Daryl Carson, S.C. Carson Jr., Barron Gill, Gary Robinson, and Chris Veuleman. Honorary Pallbearer will be Greg Carson. To send online condolences or view video tribute, visit www.gillfirstnational.com. -------------------------------------------- The Franklin Sun Winnsboro, LA Feb. 19, 2008 Submitted Feb. 2008 by: DeWanna Robinson Lindo Wallace C. Davis Graveside services for Wallace C. Davis, age 96, of Winnsboro were held Saturday, Feb. 16, 2008 at Chase Cemetery with Rev. Marion Spence officiating under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home of Winnsboro. Mr. Davis lived on the family place all of his life. He loved his children and grandchildren very much. He was preceded in death by his wife, Pearlie Cowart Davis, daughter: Bonnie Davis Wright; sons: Jimmy Davis, Wallace Davis, Jr.; son-in-law: A.W. McKenzie; daughter-in-law: Margaret Davis; and granddaughter Sharon Adam. Survivors include daughters: Betty McKenzie of Bright City, Okla., and Shirley Money of Winnsboro; son-in-law: Aaron Wright; daugher-in-law: Darlene Davis; 10 grandchildren; 18 great grandchildren; and nine great-great grandchildren. -------------------------------------------- The Franklin Sun Winnsboro, LA Feb. 5, 2008 Submitted Feb. 2008 by: DeWanna Robinson Lindo Moises Delgado Funeral services for Moises Delgado, age 30, of Wisner, were held Tuesday, Feb. 5, 2008 at the Mulhearn Funeral Home in Winnsboro, with Elder John Solloway officating. Burial followed in the South Central Cemetery near Wisner under the directions of Mulhearn Funeral Home of Winnsboro. Mr. Delgado died Sunday, Feb. 4, 2008 at the Riverland Medical Center in Ferriday. He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Zita and Jose Bernal, and Vicente and Augistna Delgado. He is survived by his parents: Jesus and Cruz Delgado of Wisner; brothers: Jose Delgado and wife Debra of Alexandria, La., and Vicente Delgado of Pace, Fla., one sister: Ana Webb and husband James of Ruston, La.; eight nieces and nephews, and a host of aunts , uncles, and relatives. Pallbearers were Ernest Delgado, Jesus Delgado, Alejandro Colunga, Fernando Colunga, Jeff Robinson, Jason Solloway. ------------------------------------------ The Franklin Sun Winnsboro, LA Feb. 12, 2008 Submitted Feb. 2008 by: DeWanna Robinson Lindo Bennie Elzy Funeral services for Bennie Elzy, 83, of Crowville will be at 2 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 16, 2008 at Philadelphia Baptist Church in Crowville. Burial will follow in the church cemetery, under the direction of Funerals by McFarland, Delhi. Wake service will be Friday, Feb. 15, 2008, from 7 to 8 p.m. at McFarland Funeral Home Chapel, Delhi. Mr. Elzy, a plumber, died Thursday, Feb. 7, 2008. ------------------------------------------ The Franklin Sun Winnsboro, LA Feb. 12, 2008 Submitted Feb. 2008 by: DeWanna Robinson Lindo Floyd William Ezell Funeral services for Floyd William Ezell, 88, of Gilbert, were held at Calvary Baptist Church on Friday, Feb. 8, 2008 with Rev. Bobby Ensminger officiating. Interment followed at South Central Cemetery under the direction of Young's Community Memorial Funeral Home in Winnsboro. Mr. Ezell was born July 4, 1919 in Meadville, Miss., and passed away Wednesday, Feb. 6, 2008 at Mary Anna Nursing Home, Wisner. He was a resident of Gilbert, a farmer, and a member of the Calvary Baptist Church, Gilbert. He was preceded in death by his wife, Gladys Ezell; father, William Horace Ezell; mother, Katie (Stritman) Ezell; two brothers: Leo Ezell and Dewitt Ezell; sister, Gertie Guillot. Survivors include a daughter, Elaine Chappell and husband Howard of Wisner; son, Wesley Ezell and wife Barbara of Gilbert; seven grandchildren: Mike Stephens, Keith Stephens, Jeff Stephens, Debbie Gibbs, Connie Childers, Wesley Ezell Jr., and Brittany Ezell; 13 great-grandchildren; and four great-great-grandchildren; numerous nieces and nephews. The Pallbearers were Alvie Vick, Billy Eley, Bobby Childers, Zachary Childers, Grady Stephens, and Joe Hair. To leave an online condolence for the family please visit www.youngscommunity.com ------------------------------------------ The Franklin Sun Winnsboro, LA Feb. 12, 2008 Submitted Feb. 2008 by: DeWanna Robinson Lindo Elaine Gilmore Funeral services for Elaine Gilmore, 62, of West Monroe were held Sunday, Feb. 10, 2008 at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe, with the Rev. Mark Fenn and the Rev. Dwight Munn officiating. Burial followed at Monroe Memorial Park Cemetery, under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home. Mrs. Gilmore died Thursday, Feb. 7, 2008 at Glenwood Regional Hospital in West Monroe. She was born on May 30, 1945 in Winnsboro; attended First Baptist Church of West Monroe; and was a long-time employee of West Monroe City Hall. She was preceded in death by her parents, Oscar Lee Franks and Selma Finley Franks; daughter, Cindy Gilmore; brother, Robert Franks; and sister, Jean Hadley Evans. Survivors include her husband, Tommy Gilmore; son, Kevin Gilmore and wife, Courtney of Conway, Ark.; sisters: Barbara Franks, West Monroe; Elizabeth Parker, Winnsboro; brother, James Franks and wife Kay of Natchez, Miss.; granddaughter, Emily Gilmore; and a host of nieces, nephews, great- nieces and nephews. Pallbearers were Jimmy Nelson, Mike Allen, Jay Crain, Eddie Beard, Ougie Phillips, and Jimbo Smith. Honorary pallbearers were Mayor Dave Norris, Doug Caldwell and Benny Chelette. Donations in memory of Elaine can be made to St. Jude's Children's Hospital or the Louisiana Baptist Children's Home. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com. ------------------------------------------- The Franklin Sun Winnsboro, LA Feb. 19, 2008 Submitted Feb. 2008 by: DeWanna Robinson Lindo Rosie L. Goldman Funeral services for Rosie L. Goldman, 53, of Winnsboro were held Saturday at King Jesus Worship Center in Winnsboro with Pastor Micheal Grant officiating. Miss Goldman, a cook, died Monday, Feb. 11, 2008 at LSU Medical Center in Shreveport. Survivors include her daughters: Josie Handy, Zerrica Goldman, Mary Goldman, Jennifer Goldman, all of Winnsboro; Rose Hillard, Wisner; Tangala Goldman and Jackie Goldman, both of Dallas; sisters: Deborah Malone, Mildred Martin, Hattie Herron, all of Dallas; Ora Lee Goldman, Memphis, Tenn.; step-sisters: Betty Johnson and Barbara Mercer, both of Winnsboro; brothers: Norris Golden Jr., Dallas; James E. Goldman, Winnsboro; Clyde Goldman, Gregory Goldman, Leroy Goldman, David Goldman, Floyd Goldman, Thomas Jackson, Shelby Jackson, all of Tallulah; step-brother, James Fields, Winnsboro. ------------------------------------------- The Franklin Sun Winnsboro, LA Feb. 5, 2008 Submitted Feb. 2008 by: DeWanna Robinson Lindo Geraldine Crain Rushing Golsby Funeral services for Mrs. Geraldine Crain Rushing Golsby, 69, of Winnsboro, will be held at Oak Grove Baptist, Winnsboro on Thursday, Feb. 7, 2008 at 10 a.m. with Rev. Wayne Stroud and Rev. George Ferrington officiating. Interment will follow at Oak Grove Baptist Church Cemetery under the direction of Young's Community Memorial Funeral Home in Winnsboro. Mrs. Golsby was born Aug. 10, 1938 in Winnsboro, and passed away Monday, Feb. 4, 2008 at Plantation Manor Nursing Home in Winnsboro. She was a resident of Winnsboro and a retired shipping clerk. She enjoyed reading and spending time with family. She was preceded in death by her husband-Leslie Golsby; father-George Crain; mother-Enomia (Mercer) Crain. Survivors include her daughter, Diane May and husband Gary of Columbia; son, Edwin Rushing and wife Judy of Winnsboro; son, Timothy Rushing and wife Jonet of West Monroe; brother, Wayne Crain and wife Linda of Vidalia. She was also survived by eight grandchildren, 10 great-grandchildren, and one nephew. Pallbearers will be Jason Rushing, Scott Crain, Stephen Crain, Chuck May, Alan Eddy, and Derrick Rushing. Honorary Pallbearers will be Jimmy Garner. The family will receive friends at Oak Grove Baptist, Winnsboro from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 6, 2008. To leave an online condolence for the family please visit www.youngscommunity.com. ---------------------------------------------- The Franklin Sun Winnsboro, LA Feb. 19, 2008 Submitted Feb. 2008 by: DeWanna Robinson Lindo Ralph A. Griffing Funeral services for Ralph A. Griffing, 86, Crowville, were held Thursday, Feb. 14, 2008 at 11 a.m. in Gill Chapel with Rev. Marion Spence officiating . Burial followed in the Pleasant Hale Cemetery under the direction of Gill First National Funeral Home in Winnsboro. Mr. Griffing was born to the union of his parents Arthur and Georgia King Griffing in Crowville, on Aug. 29, 1921 and passed from this life on Tuesday, Feb. 12, 2008 at Richardson Medical Center in Rayville. Mr. was a WWII veteran where he saw action in the Philippines campaign. Mr. Griffing is preceded in death by his parents; sister: Roxie Griffing Wright; brother: Felder Griffing and nephew: Randy Griffing. Mr. Ralph is survived by his wife of 60 years, Lola Weems Griffing of Crowville; children: O'Niel Griffing and wife Kathleen; Johnny Ray Griffing and wife Diane; Brenda Parker and husband Derrial Sr. all of Crowville; David Griffing and wife Donna of Lake Providence; grandson: O'Neil Griffing Jr. and wife Tammy of Crowville; and two great grandchildren: Aaron and Austin Griffing. He is also survived by a number of others extended family members. To sign the guest book please visit www.gillfirstnational.com --------------------------------------------- The Franklin Sun Winnsboro, LA Feb. 12, 2008 Submitted Feb. 2008 by: DeWanna Robinson Lindo Mat Heckard Funeral services for Mat Heckard, 84, of Tucson, Ariz., were held Friday, Feb. 8, 2008 at Locust Hill Cemetery, Extension, with the Rev. Amos Heckard officiating. Mr. Heckard, retired military, died Saturday, Feb. 2, 2008 at his home in Tucson. Survivors include a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. ---------------------------------------------- The Franklin Sun Winnsboro, LA February 27, 2008 Submitted June 2008 by: Glenda Warner Boyd Jessie J. Jackson Funeral services for Jessie J. Jackson, 94, of Winnsboro were held Saturday at Morning Pilgrim Baptist Church, Sicily Island, with the Rev. Amos Griffin officiating. Burial followed at the church cemetery under the direction of Richardson Funeral Home, Winnsboro. Mrs. Jackson, a housewife, died Monday, Feb. 18, 2008 at Charlyn Nursing Home. She is survived by her brother, Zeke Moore, Winnsboro; and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Pallbearers were C.L. Moore, Pete Moore, B.J. Moore, Lee Boley, Edward Moore, Robert Adams, and Daniel Brooks. ------------------------------------------------- The Franklin Sun Winnsboro, LA Feb. 19, 2008 Submitted Feb. 2008 by: DeWanna Robinson Lindo Benjamin Young Jennings A celebration of the life of Benjamin Young Jennings was held at 2 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 19, at First Baptist Church of Monroe. Dr. Marcus Murphy, Benjamin's cousin, and Dr. Alan Miller, Benjamin's pastor, conducted services. Interment followed at Roselawn Memorial Gardens under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home. Pallbearers were his cousins Daniel Young, Marny Young, Jessica Young, Michael Young, Jamie Young, Hayden Murphy, Candace Kallevig and Mark Kallevig. Benjamin was born September 10, 1996, and died Sunday, Feb. 17, 2008, at his home in West Monroe. He was born with cerebral palsy and while his activity was limited by his disability, it did not define his life. Benjamin was a source of joy to his family and friends and demonstrated resiliency, patience and grace in the midst of adversity. His family's unswerving faith in God's sovereignty and grace has sustained them throughout his life and remains a source of comfort and hope. Benjamin's life on earth was brief, but infinitely significant. He will be missed, yet his family takes joy in the knowledge that he is healthy, happy and whole in Heaven. Survivors include his parents Danny and June Jennings and brother Nathaniel Jennings of West Monroe; paternal grandmother Gladys Jennings of West Monroe; maternal grandparents Ray and Dorothy Young of Wisner; aunts and uncles Tony and Marlene Young of Ruston, Peggy and David Kallevig of Alexandria, Minn., Jesse and Leslie Young of Wisner, and Gene and Sandy Jennings of Calhoun; and a host of loving great aunts, uncles, cousins and friends. His paternal grandfather, Carl Jennings, preceded him in death. The family would like to especially thank Dr. Bonita Dyess and the staff of Pediatrics Plus for excellent medical care, Family Care Services for providing childcare, Alpha Care for nursing care, and Melanie Massey Physical Therapy for giving love and care to this precious child. Also, a special thank you to Dean Sims, Benjamin's beloved long time nurse and best friend. Memorial contributions may be made to the Louisiana Baptist Children's Home, 7200 DeSiard St., Monroe, La. 71203; the Children's Ministry of First Baptist Church of Monroe, 201 St. John, Monroe, La., 71201; or Seeker Springs Ministry, 1280 Okaloosa Rd. Eros, La. 71238. ------------------------------------------ The Franklin Sun Winnsboro, LA Feb. 5, 2008 Submitted Feb. 2008 by: DeWanna Robinson Lindo Ethan Cole Johnson A graveside service for Ethan Cole Johnson, infant son of Dana and Brook Johnson of Winnsboro, was held at New Life Cemetery on Tuesday, Feb. 5, 2008 with Rev. Michael Couch officiating. Services were under the direction of Young's Community Memorial Funeral Home in Winnsboro. Ethan passed away Saturday, Feb. 2, 2008. He was preceded in death by his maternal grandparents: David and Diane Deville Jr.; great grandmother, Glynda Stringer; great-grandfather, Ralph Chapman. Survivors include his parents, Charles "Brook" and Dana DeMaris (Deville) Johnson of Winnsboro; maternal great grandparents: David and Bernice Deville Sr. of Jena; paternal grandparents: Dennis and Diane Johnson of Winnsboro; paternal great grandmother: Annie Chapman of Winnsboro; paternal great grandfather: Lamar Johnson and wife Marion of Winnsboro; paternal great grandmother: Doris Sebold and husband Bob of Wisner. Pallbearer was Dennis Johnson. To leave an online condolence for the family please visit www.youngscommunity.com --------------------------------- The Franklin Sun Winnsboro, LA February 20, 2008 Submitted June 2008 by: Glenda Warner Boyd Ernest Reid Johnston A memorial service for Ernest Reid Johnston, 77, of Mangham, will be held at Mangham Methodist Church today (Wednesday), at 3 p.m. Mr. Johnston was born Feb. 20, 1930 in Mangham and passed away Wednesday, Feb. 13, 2008 at Richardson Medical Center in Rayville. He was a resident of Mangham, an engineer, and a member of the Mangham Methodist Church. He was preceded in death by his mother, Dora Mae (Johnson) Burkhart, and father Eubie Blackmon. Survivors include his wife, Louise Johnston of Mangham; daughter, Dora Beth Johnston, Clearwater, Fla.; two step-children, Laura Keck of Raleigh, NC and Mark George of Markle, Ind.; and one grandchild. ------------------------------------------------ The Franklin Sun Winnsboro, LA Feb. 19, 2008 Submitted Feb. 2008 by: DeWanna Robinson Lindo Sandra Polk Long Funeral services for Sandra Polk Long, 56, of Oxford will be at 2 p.m. today (Wednesday) in the chapel of Tim Stewart Funeral Home, Loganville, Ga., with the Rev. Waymon Carter officiating. Burial will follow at Carter Memorial Gardens, Loganville. Mrs. Long passed away Thursday, Feb. 14, 2008. She is survived by her husband, Rusty Long, Oxford; children: Michael and Lynae Hill, Longview, Texas; Jerry Don Hill, Jaree Bennett, both of Oxford; sister, Lori Polk Browning, Winnsboro; and five grandchildren. To leave an online condolence, sign guest registry at www.stewartfh.com. ------------------------------------------------ The Franklin Sun Winnsboro, LA February 27, 2008 Submitted June 2008 by: Glenda Warner Boyd Clara Lee Loyd Services for Clara Lee Loyd, age 88, of Jigger, were held Saturday, Feb. 23, 2008 in the Chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home of Winnsboro with Rev. Tim Ruck officiating. Interment followed in Ogden Cemetery under the directon of Mulhearn Funeral Home of Winnsboro. Mrs. Loyd was a retired nurse's aid having worked at Franklin Medical Center for 25 years and passed away on Wednesday, Feb. 20, 2008. She was a loving mother and grandmother. Survivors include her son: Thomas and Fay Loyd of Jigger; sisters: Irene Bollinger of Baton Rouge; Bernice Corley of Columbia; and Louise Swayze of Coushata, La.; granchildren: Angelia Roberts and husband, Shane, and Christy and Brady Jones; great-grandchildren: Anna Clara Roberts, and Madalynn Clair Jones. Pallbearers were A. P. Magee, Ricky Gould, Shane Roberts, Brady Jones, Mike Jones, and Bob Gibson. --------------------------------------------------- The Franklin Sun Winnsboro, LA February 27, 2008 Submitted June 2008 by: Glenda Warner Boyd Kathy Jean Magee Funeral services for Kathy Jean Magee, 58, of Baskin were held Monday, Feb. 25, 2008 in the chapel of Gill First National Funeral Home in Winnsboro, with Rev. Kenneth Leach and Rev. Paul Perry officiating. Interment followed in Reagan Cemetery in Baskin. She was born to Frelson Odeal and Mary Christine Summerall Fife on Sept. 13, 1949 in Winnsboro and passed from this life Saturday, Feb. 23, 2008 at her residence in Baskin. Mrs. Magee was preceded in death by her parents, sister Beverly McDaniel, and husbands Joe Rogers and Sam Magee. She leaves behind one daughter and son-in-law Patty and Mark Ford; four grandchildren: Crissy Jackson and husband Justin, Trey Leach and wife Hannah, Kara Ford and Dustin Ford; and two great-grandchildren Addison Jackson and Brayden Leach all of Baskin. She is also survived by four brothers David Fife, Bobby Fife, Kevin Fife all of Baskin and Ricky Fife of Woolen Lake; a brother-in-law Walter McDaniel; a host of nieces, nephews and special friends. Pallbearers were Johnny Breckenridge, Bob Gibson, Bill Hales, Bodie Jackson, Earl Nethery, and Bobby McMurray. The family would like to express their gratitude to Richardson Home Health and Community Health Care of Mangham for their care and support. ---------------------------------------------------- The Franklin Sun Winnsboro, LA February 27, 2008 Submitted June 2008 by: Glenda Warner Boyd Bo Mullins Services for Bo Mullins, age 55 of Alexandria, will be at 2 p.m. today (Wednesday), Feb. 27, 2008 in the Chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home in Winnsboro, with Rev. Sam Parker officiating. Interment will follow in Ogden Cemetery in Liddieville, under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home of Winnsboro. Mr. Mullins was a retired oil field worker and passed away on Monday, Feb. 25, 2008. Survivors include his wife: Sue Mullins of Alexandria; seven children: Hattie Mullins, Steve Edward Mullins II, Janie Renae' Mullins, all of Alexandria; Albert Earl "Bo" Mullins, Jr., Buffy Mullins Stevenson, and Charles Curtis Mullins, all of Pineville; Jody Glenn Mullins of Poland, La.; four sisters: Joyce Weems of Winnsboro; Minnie Mullins and Tammy Mullins, both of Alexandria; Edna Wise of Bunkie, La.; six brothers: Sonny Mullins of Mangham; Charles Mullins of Baskin; Johnny Wayne Mullins of Winnfield; Kenneth Mullins of Pineville; David Mullins of Tioga; and Robbie Mullins of Deville; and 17 grandchildren. Pallbearers will be: Malcolm McQueen, David Anthony Mullins, Robert Wise, Jr., Jeremy Mullins, Jerry Stanford Poland, and John Wayne Mullins, Jr. Visitation will be from 5 till 8 p.m. on Tuesday, Feb. 26, 2008 at Mulhearn Funeral Home in Winnsboro. ------------------------------------------------ The Franklin Sun Winnsboro, LA Feb. 12, 2008 Submitted Feb. 2008 by: DeWanna Robinson Lindo Minnie Price Funeral services for Minnie Price, 88, of Wilson, La., were held Monday, Feb. 11 at Richardson-Sims Chapel in Winnsboro. Burial followed in Inglewood Park Cemetery in Inglewood, La., under the direction of Richardson-Sims Funeral Home, Winnsboro. Mrs. Price died Wednesday at Lane Regional Medical Center in Baton Rouge. Survivors include one daughter, Phoebe Cottrell, one son, John Wayne Price, both of Wilson, La.; one brother, Louis Brown, Winnsboro; two sisters: Melisa Johnson and Carrie Singleton, both of Baton Rouge; four grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. ---------------------------------------------- The Franklin Sun Winnsboro, LA February 27, 2008 Submitted June 2008 by: Glenda Warner Boyd Charles E. 'Pete' Rials, Sr. Charles E. "Pete" Rials Sr. age 64, a native of Wisner, La and a resident of DeQuincy, La., died Wednesday, Feb. 20, 2008, at Dequincy Memorial Hospital in DeQuincy. Pete was born on July 15, 1943. He graduated High School in 1961. He attended LA Tech University where he met and married the love of his life, Judith Rogillio. After graduating from Tech with a Bachelor's Degree in Forestry, he went to work in Elizabeth, La, for Industrial Lumber Company which was subsequently acquired by Boise Southern. While residing in the Elizabeth area he coached T-ball. Dixie Youth and the 12 - 14 year old boys baseball team. Pete was also very active in independent softball and basketball. In the mid - 70's, he was named the American Pulpwood Association's Forester of the year. He was also an active member of the Louisiana Forestry Association. In 1973, he was transferred to DeQuincy where he was their area manager for both the DeQuincy and Elizabeth areas of timberland for Boise. He continued working in Dixie Youth, was instrumental in getting DeQuincy their first T-ball league, and helped to build the Dixie Youth field on LeBlanc Street. Pete was a charter member of the Board of Directors for DeQuincy Memorial Hospital where he served one year as President. He was a member of the DeQuincy Rotary Club for many years and also one of the founding members of the DeQuincy High Tigers 100 Club. He was Boise Cascade's Partner in Education Ambassador to Hyatt High School and was a staunch supporter of all activities at Hyatt High, especially the basketball teams. Pete was an avid sportsman who loved fishing, hunting, shrimping and traveling. He was passionate about basketball, baseball, football and golf and he excelled in them all. Above all that Pete loved in this life, nothing compared to the love he had for his family. He was a loving and devoted husband, father, grandfather and friend and he will be sadly missed by all who knew and loved him and each life that he touched in his own special way. He is survived by his loving wife of over 46 years - Judy Rials of DeQuincy; one son, Charles Edward Rials Jr. and his wife Opal of Lake Charles, La.; one daughter, Terri Callahan and her husband Jack of Fields, La.; his mother, Jean Hammons of Wisner, La.; four sisters, Margie Rials of Wisner; Diane Matthews of Gilmer, Texas; Barbara Nye and her husband Steve of Gilmer, Texas Rebeckah Vickner and her husband David of Longmont, Co.; five grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his father - William Otis Rials. Funeral service were held at the First Baptist Church of DeQuincy,Saturday, Feb. 23, 2008 with the Rev. Ray Hyatt and Bro. Scott Streams officiating. In lieu of flowers, charitable donations may be made to Friends of Hyatt, c/o City Savings Bank, account # 1494201, the American Heart Association, the American Cancer Society or any noble cause of choice. ------------------------------------------------------ The Franklin Sun Winnsboro, LA Feb. 12, 2008 Submitted Feb. 2008 by: DeWanna Robinson Lindo Lelia Rivers Funeral services for Lelia Rivers, 93, of Rayville were held Saturday at First Baptist Church, Rayville. Burial followed in Rayville, under the direction of Richardson Funeral Home. Mrs. Rivers, a homemaker, died Sunday, Feb. 3, 2008 at her home in Rayville. Survivors include a daughter, Lynette Miles, Rayville; sister, Hallie Thomas; brother, Willie Miles; one grandchild; and two great-grandchildren. ------------------------------------------------------ The Franklin Sun Winnsboro, LA February 27, 2008 Submitted June 2008 by: Glenda Warner Boyd Lula Mae Lain Ross Funeral services for Lula Mae Lain Ross, 86, of Winnsboro will be at 11 a.m. Saturday, March 1, 2008 at Mt. Zion Church of Christ Holiness in Gilbert with Elder Bell officiating. Burial will follow at Gethsemane Memorial Gardens under the direction of Richardson and Sims Funeral Home, Winnsboro. Mrs. Ross died Saturday, Feb. 23, 2008 at Franklin Medical Center. Survivors include her husband, Nelson Ross Sr., Winnsboro; 10 sons: Nelson Ross Jr., Chicago; Jimmy Ross, Joliet, Illinois; Larry Ross, Delhi; James Ross, Raymond Ross, Ted Ross, Ernest Ross Sr., Arthur Ross, Sr., Ned Ross, and Albert Ross, all of Winsnboro; two daughters: Georgia Pierce and Vear Jenkins, both of Winnsboro; a host of grandchildren, great-grandchildren; other relatives and friends. ------------------------------------------------- The Franklin Sun Winnsboro, LA Feb. 19, 2008 Submitted Feb. 2008 by: DeWanna Robinson Lindo John Carlos Sodd John Carlos Sodd, local rancher, passed away February 13, 2008. He was born Nov. 11, 1947, in Winnsboro, Louisiana. Survivors include his wife, Pamela Norman Sodd; daughter, Crystie Oden and her husband Greg of Crossett, Ark.; grandson, Garrett Oden of Crossett, Arkansas; sister, Charlotte Evans and her husband Martin of West Monroe, Louisiana; other relatives and friends. A memorial service was held at the Church of Christ in Groesbeck, Texas on Sunday, Feb. 17, 2008. ------------------------------------------------ The Frankin Sun Winnsboro, LA February 27, 2008 Submitted June 2008 by: Glenda Warner Boyd Alice Faye Tarver Funeral services for Alice Faye Tarver, 68, of Winnsboro were held at the United Pentecostal Church of Winnsboro Saturday, Feb. 23, 2008 with Rev. Floyd Hawthorne and Rev. Mark Powell officiating. Interment followed at Providence Memorial Cemetery in Winnsboro. Mrs. Tarver was born on Feb. 26, 1939 in Winnsboro to Spurgeon and Desma Dell Griffin Talbott and she passed from this life on Thursday, Feb. 21, 2008 at Charlyn Nursing Home in Winnsboro. She was a member of the United Pentecostal Church in Winnsboro. She liked to read and she loved flowers. She was preceded in death by her parents, an infant son, and son, Alvin “Charlie" Tarver, Jr. She is survived by her husband of 46 years, Alvin Tarver; two daughters: Angie Buffington of Winnsboro; Amy and husband Jimmy Reynolds, Jr. of Winnsboro; two sisters: Betty Ruth Gwin and husband Jesse of Archibald, Gloria Jean Tillery and husband Donald of Winnsboro; five grandchildren: Courtney McKenzie, Elliot Tarver, and Gabriel, Memory, and Serenity Reynolds; one special son: Ernie Wallace; and a host of neices, nephews, and many friends Pallbearers were Michael Fuller, Terry Gwin, Jeremy Johnston, Tim Jones, Ryan Killingsworth, and Wayne Winters. ----------------------------------------------------- The Franklin Sun Winnsboro, LA February 20, 2008 Submitted June 2008 by: Glenda Warner Boyd Darlyn Patterson Taylor Funeral services for Darlyn Patterson Taylor, 73, of Indiantown, Florida, formerly of Herrin, Illinois were held Sunday at the chapel of Gill First National Funeral Home in Winnsboro with Rev. David Grove officiating. Interment followed at Oak Grove Cemetery in Winnsboro. Mrs. Taylor was born to Orvil and Alice Collins Patterson on Dec. 18, 1934 and passed from this life on Monday, Feb. 11, 2008 at her residence. She was a member of the Indiantown Baptist Church. She was an avid reader and was a member of the Indianwood Golf and Country Club. She was a member of the Heartlanders Organization and Homeowners Association. She was also a member of the Book Club at Martin County Library. She was preceded in death by her parents; one brother: A.D. Patterson. Survivors include her husband of 51 years: Bill Taylor of Indianwood, FL, formerly of Fort Necessity; one son: Gregory Allen Taylor and wife Melanie of Brooklyn, Park, MN; one granddaughter: Grace Alexis Taylor. Pallbearers were Brian Eubanks, Randy Eubanks, Chad McKee, Cody Wilson, Gene Wilson, Jay Wilson, and Michael Wilson. -------------------------------------------- The Franklin Sun Winnsboro, LA Feb. 12, 2008 Submitted Feb. 2008 by: DeWanna Robinson Lindo Ronald Steve Temple Funeral services for Ronald Steve Temple, 58, of Chase, were held at Young's Community Memorial Funeral Home on Friday, Feb. 8, 2008 with Rev. Ron Ferrington officiating. Interment followed at Harris Cemetery under the direction of Young's Community Memorial Funeral Home in Winnsboro. Mr. Temple was born Nov. 4, 1949 in Winnsboro, and passed away Tuesday, Feb. 5, 2008 at Franklin Medical Center Winnsboro. He was a resident of Chase, iron worker, ran a lawn care service, and a member of the Magnolia Baptist Church. He was preceded in death by his grandfather, Chester Temple. Survivors include his daughter, Niki (Temple) Gardner; two sons: Christopher Temple and John Temple, all of Richmond, Va.; and five grandchildren Pallbearers were James Roy Shivers, Leon Shivers, R. S. Newman, Howard Robinson, Ronnie Temple, and Roger Ulmer To leave an online condolence for the family please visit www.youngscommunity.com ----------------------------------------------------- The Franklin Sun Winnsboro, LA February 27, 2008 Submitted June 2008 by: Glenda Warner Boyd Tommie Temple Memorial services for Tommie Temple, 56, of Winnsboro will be held at 2 p.m.Thursday Feb. 28 ,2008 at the chapel of Gill First National Funeral Home in Winnsboro with Rev. Clovis Sturdivant officiating. Interment will follow at Harris Cemetery in Crowville. Tommie was born June 11, 1951 to Thomas Temple and Margie Sturdivant Ross in Winnsboro and he passed from this life on Monday, Feb. 25, 2008 at Shady Lake Nursing Home in Lake Providence. He was pipe fitter. He was a member of the Boeuf River Baptist Church. He was preceded in death by his father; his step-father: Sidney Ray Ross. Survivors include his wife of 32 years: Janet Temple of Winnsboro; his mother: Margie Ross of Winnsboro; two daughters: Melinda Emfinger and her husband Richard of Winnsboro; Sandra McMurray and her husband Jimmy of Liddieville; two sisters: Janis Rider and her husband Donnie of West Monroe; Genelle Ross of Liddieville; one brother: Gerald Ross; three grandchildren: Kacie Hill; Michael Hill, and Shane McMurray. -------------------------------------------------- The Franklin Sun Winnsboro, LA Feb.5, 2008 Submitted Feb. 2008 by: DeWanna Robinson Lindo Daisy Thomas Funeral services for Daisy Thomas, 55, of Newellton were held Saturday at Newellton Chapel Baptist Church. Burial followed at Union Cemetery in Newellton under the direction of Richardson Funeral Home. Miss Thomas, a nurse aide, died Saturday, Jan. 26, 2008 at Corner Stone Hospital. Survivors include her mother, Annie L. Thomas, Newellton; sisters: Martha Petty, Sharon Wilson and Nicole Brayboy; brothers: Ernest Thomas, Robert Thomas and Jeffery Thomas. Pallbearers were Sam Thomas, Frank Thomas, Damian Thomas, Roderick Williams, Curtis Watson, Terrance Gales, Kevin Bradford, Clifford Earl, Willie Smith, William Smith Jr., Tim Turner, LeAndrew Riley. ---------------------------------------------- The Franklin Sun Winnsboro, LA Feb.5, 2008 Submitted Feb. 2008 by: DeWanna Robinson Lindo Willie Ervin Walker Funeral services for Willie Ervin Walker, 44, Alvarado, Texas were held Saturday at Newlight Baptist Church. Burial followed at Hope Estate Cemetery in Wisner under the direction of Richardson Funeral Home. Mr. Walker, a construction worker, died Saturday, Jan. 26, 2008 at Hugley Medical Center in Burleson, Texas. Survivors include his wife, Kathryn S. Walker, Alvarado; sons: Ervin Stewart, Cortez Stewart, Derrick Stewart, Williams Woods and Edgar Tillman; daughters: Brasalin Stewart and Ceiara Stewart; parents, Nathaniel Lister and Phebie L. Walker; sisters: Joanne Walker, Shelia Walker, Merlin Walker, Cathy Walker, Patricia Walker; brothers: Floyd Walker, Tyrone Walker, Nathaniel Walker; and four grandchildren. Pallbearers were Edgar Tillman, Undra Stewart, Jimmie Stewart, Floyd Walker, Carl Stewart and Ronald Stewart. -------------------------------------------------- The Franklin Sun Winnsboro, LA February 27, 2008 Submitted June 2008 by: Glenda Warner Boyd Edna 'Yvonne' Westbrook Memorial services for Edna "Yvonne" Westbrook, 60, of St. Joseph were held Saturday, Feb. 23, 2008 at Maryland Baptist Church in St. Joseph with Rev. Larry Foster officiating. Services were under the direction of Young's Funeral Home in Ferriday. Mrs. Westbrook was born July 11, 1947 in Newellton, to Robert & Mary Westbrook. She passed away Tuesday, Feb. 19, 2008 at Riverland Medical Center in Ferriday. She was a resident of St. Joseph, employed with the Northeast Research Station for 20 years and a member of the Maryland Baptist Church. She loved being in the outdoors fishing and gardening. Mrs. Westbrook was preceded in death by her parents: Mr. and Mrs. Robert Thurman Westbrook. Survivors include a son, Chris and his wife Jimmie Lynn Carnegie of Rayville; sisters: Martha Sue Delancy, Utica, Miss.; Barbara Ann and her husband Wayne Bass of St Joseph; grandchildren: Zach, Mason and Emma Grace Carnegie; nieces: Crystal and Christian Bass; nephews: Will Delancy and Chris Bass; and a host of friends. In lieu flowers, memorials may be made to St. Jude's or the Humane Society. ---------------------------------------------- The Franklin Sun Winnsboro, LA Feb. 12, 2008 Submitted Feb. 2008 by: DeWanna Robinson Lindo Jerry Williams Funeral services for Jerry Williams, 54, of Ferriday will be at 11 a.m. Saturday, Feb. 16, 2008 at Richardson-Sims Funeral Home Chapel in Winnsboro. Burial will follow at the Ferriday Cemetery. Mr. Williams, a mechanic, died Tuesday, Feb. 5, 2008. ------------------------------------------ The Franklin Sun Winnsboro, LA Feb. 5, 2008 Submitted Feb. 2008 by: DeWanna Robinson Lindo Sarah Roxie Griffing Wright Funeral services for Sarah Roxie Griffing Wright, 88, of Winnsboro, were held Thursday, Jan. 31, 2008 in the Chapel of Mulhearn of Winnsboro with Rev. Marion Spence and Rev. Chris Thomas officiating. Interment followed in Crowville Masonic Cemetery under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home of Winnsboro. Mrs. Wright was born to the union of Arthur B. and Georgia King Griffing on Oct. 4, 1919 and passed away on Monday, January 28, 2008. She was preceded her in death by her husband, James Norville Wright; brother: James Felder Griffing; grandson: Brad Alan Wright; and nephew: Randy Griffing. She was a member of the Crowville United Methodist Church and a member of the Jersey Settlers that dates back to the arrival in the United States of John and Charles Westley. She was always pleased to say her heritage included five generations of Methodist ministers. After her marriage she embraced the community Baptist Church and raised her family among the most wonderful friends and neighbors on earth at Hill Ridge Baptist Church. Survivors include her two sons: Wade Wright and James Griffing Wright; two daughters: Iva Wright Scott and Jeannette Wright Cascio; two wonderful and much loved daughters-in-law: Effie Arnold Wright and Maxine Walters Wright; five grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren; one brother: Ralph Griffing and wife, Jay; one brother-in-law: Charles E. Wright and wife, Jewel; two sisters-in-law: June Wright Wilson and Louise Walters Wright; a number of nieces and nephews. Pallbearers were grandsons: Andrew Scott, Kenneth Wright, Dane Scott, Anthony Powell, Sammy Collins, Gavin Powell and Scott Turner. Online condolences may be made at www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com ----------------------------------------------