Obituaries: June 2008 Franklin Parish, Louisiana Submitters name listed with obit ********************************************** Copyright. All rights reserved. http://usgwarchives.net/copyright.htm http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafiles.htm ********************************************** The following obits are listed below: Regina Annie Atchison Mamie Bacle Walter Bacle, Jr. Phillip Bible Tena Newman Carter Bond Gary Box Cedric Lee 'Sid' Brown Robert Lee Brunson Addie Louise Flint Clark Billy Hughes Eldridge Pamela Griffing Fischer Nathaniel Hunter Haring Martha Hendrickson Donald Kirkham John Mack Lowe Jessie L. Marzell Jamie Leroy McCall Percy H. Norris Lonnie Lee Parker Natalie Elizabeth Patten Alma T. Rhinehart David Richardson Dorothy Lee Roach Roy Glenn Sinclairtz Charlie J. Svetlecic C. A. Temple Estell Thomas Mary Elizabeth Thompson Chance 'Gooch' Wiley Earl C. Wilson Jeannette Kiper Yannie ************************************************ ************************************************ The Franklin Sun Winnsboro, LA June 18, 2008 Submitted July 2008 by: Glenda Warner Boyd Regina Annie Atchison Regina Annie Atchison, 76, passed away in Plano, Texas on June 13, 2008. Mrs. Atchison graduated from Winnsboro High School. She was a beloved mother and grandmother who loved her family deeply. She raised her children by working nights in food service to provide her children with the stability they deserved and teaching them good values. She is survived by her children, William Haynes Atchison, James Lee Atchison and Cindy Lou Milner and four grandchildren. She was loved by all who knew her and will be missed. -------------------------------------------------------- The Franklin Sun Winnsboro, LA June 18, 2008 Submitted July 2008 by: Glenda Warner Boyd Mamie Bacle Services for Mamie Bacle, age 82, of Crowville, were held Friday, June 13, 2008 in the Chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home of Winnsboro with Rev. Paul Stephens and Rev. Troy J. Dennard officiating. Interment followed in Hewitt Cemetery near Mangham, under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home of Winnsboro. Mrs. Bacle was a homemaker and member of Lone Pine Baptist Church. She was born Sept. 21, 1925 and went to be with the Lord on June 11, 2008. She was preceded in death by her parents George Allen and Clyde Harper Barnes. Survivors include her husband: Charles Bacle of Crowville; daughter: Kittie Dennard and husband, Sammy of Crowville; son: David Bacle and wife, Lori of Jonesboro; two brothers: G. L. Allen and wife, Evelyn of Crowville; Sharon Allen and wife, LeMae of Utica, Miss.; sister: Mae Donachricha of Winnsboro; grandchildren: Todd DeMars and wife, Beth of Porter, Texas; Tammy Dennard of Houston, Texas; Troy J. Dennard and wife, Joann of Rayville; numerous great-grandchildren. Pallbearers were Todd DeMars, Troy Dennard, Blake Dennard, John W. Lee, John Pinson, and Ricky Allen. Honorary pallbearer was Jim Craft. -------------------------------------------------------- The Franklin Sun Winnsboro, LA June 18, 2008 Submitted July 2008 by: Glenda Warner Boyd Walter Bacle, Jr. Funeral services for Walter Bacle, Jr. 80, of Winnsboro will be held Thursday, June 19, 2008 at 10 a.m. at Young's Community Memorial Funeral Home. Visitation will be today (Wednesday) from 5-8 p.m. at Young's Community Memorial Funeral Home. Interment will be at Oak Grove Cemetery, Winnsboro. Mr. Bacle, a retired oil field worker died Monday, June 16, 2008. The Franklin Sun Winnsboro, LA June 25, 2008 Submitted July 2008 by: Glenda Warner Boyd Walter Bacle Jr. Funeral services for Walter Bacle, Jr., 80, of Winnsboro, were held at Young's Community Memorial Funeral Home on Thursday, June 19, 2008 with Rev. Jeff May officiating. Interment followed at Oak Grove Baptist Church Cemetery under the direction of Young's Community Memorial Funeral Home in Winnsboro. Mr. Bacle was born Aug. 10, 1927 in Winnsboro, and passed away Monday, June 16, 2008 at North Monroe Medical Center in Monroe. He was a resident of Winnsboro, and a retired oil field worker. He was preceded in death by his father, Walter Bacle; and mother, Lula (Warbington) Bacle. Survivors include his wife: Dorothy (Rollins) Bacle of Winnsboro; two daughters: Shirlely Fontenot and husband Mike of Houston, Texas; and Beverly Kraft and husband Mark of Aiken, SC; five grandchildren: Michael Fontenot Jr. and wife Celeste of Houston, Texas; Joey Reeves of Calhoun; Niki Cannon of Baton Rouge; Shelley Laviolette and husband Brady of Layfette; Tiffany Reeves of Denver, Colo.; four great-grandchildren: Lauren and Luke Cannon of Rayville; Lauren and Victoria Fontenot of Houston, Texas. Pallbearers were Michael Fontenot, Jr., Joey Reeves, Luke Cannon, Brady Laviolette, Kenneth Reeves, and Johnny Max Bryant. ---------------------------------------------------------- The Franklin Sun Winnsboro, LA June 4, 2008 Submitted July 2008 by: Glenda Warner Boyd Phillip Bible Funeral services for Phillip Bible, 55, of Warsaw Community were held Monday, May 12, 2008 at Warsaw Baptist Church with Rev. Jimmy Harper, Rev. Buck Curry and Rev. Dennis Fontenot officiating. Burial was in the Lamar Community Cemetery under the direction of Cox Funeral Home of Delhi. Mr. Bible went home to be with his Lord and Savior early Saturday morning at St. Francis Medical Center following a courageous battle from cancer. He was a lifelong resident of the Warsaw Community and a Deacon of Warsaw Baptist Church. He was a graduate of Crowville High School Class of 1970 and then graduated from NLU with a degree in Building Construction in 1974. Phillip has been employed most of his life in the Ag Business including Terrick (Terral Farm Service) of Delhi and Bunge North America. He was a very respected man in both business and his daily walk in life. He was the type of person that gave you his word and there was no straying from it. He was a good, kind and gentle man to each and every person he met. Phillip provided a chance and opportunity to many as he saw potential in everyone. His positive attitude and belief in a person gave many a new start in life if that person made a choice to take the opportunity he gave them, Phillip never expecting anything in return. Just seeing someone succeed was his reward. His gentle quiet spirit kept most all situations calm. Phillip loved everyone especially his family and his church. Phillip was also a leader, very strong, wise and faithful in both his business and with his family. He will be missed but never forgotten and always in our hearts. He is preceded in death by his father, Azrel Bible; the mother of his children, Lea Bible; her parents, Effie and Ray Elledge and his current father in law, Joe Hopson Sr. Phillip is survived by his wife, Pam Bible of Warsaw; one daughter, Misty Bible of Delhi; one son, Paul Bible of Lafayette; his mother Irene Bible of Delhi; step daughter, Karri Dooley and her husband Jeffrey; step son Shannon Sutton and his wife Ann; three grandchildren, Tyler, Amber and Alizabeth Dooley; one sister, Renee Fletcher and her husband Billy of Delhi; niece and nephew, Bear and Abby Fletcher, mother-in-law Elouise Hopson; sister-in-law, Brenda Dunlap and her husband Bill and a brother-in-law, Joe Hopson. Pallbearers will be Sharon Chapman, Gilbert Tonnag, Earnest Oswalt, Earl Pritchart, Mike Emfinger, Chris Elledge and Tony Goeders. ------------------------------------------------ The Franklin Sun Winnsboro, LA June 4, 2008 Submitted July 2008 by: Glenda Warner Boyd Tena Newman Carter Bond Funeral services for Tena Newman Carter Bond, age 93, of Wisner, will be held Friday, June 6, 2008 at 3 p.m. at Wisner First Baptist Church with Rev. Thomas Peoples officiating. Services will be under the direction of Gill First National Funeral Home of Winnsboro. Interment will follow at South Central Cemetery in Wisner. Visitation will be Friday from 1:30 p.m. until time of service at the church. Mrs. Bond was born on Sept. 9, 1914 to Eugene and Nancy Halford Newman in Gilbert and she passed from this life on Monday, June 2, 2008 at Franklin Medical Center in Winnsboro. She was a member of the Wisner First Baptist Church. She loved gardening and flowers. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband: Tom Carter; husband: Amos Bond; son: Charles Carter. She is survived by one daughter: Rosa Stephens and her husband Nick of Wisner; two brothers: Thomas and Wes Newman; three sisters: Etta Hill, Irma Tisdale, and Bobbie Stephens; one daughter-in-law: Jane Carter; one granddaughter: Sondra Wright; four grandsons: Norman, Tommy, Bruce, and Mel Stephens; twelve great-grandchildren; numerous nieces and nephews. --------------------------------------------------- The Franklin Sun Winnsboro, LA June 4, 2008 Submitted July 2008 by: Glenda Warner Boyd Gary Box Funeral services for Gary Box, 58, of Wisner, were held at Young's Community Memorial Funeral Home on Saturday, May 31, 2008 with Rev. Dennis Fontenot and Rev. Paul Jones officiating. Interment followed at Chase Cemetery under the direction of Young's Community Memorial Funeral Home in Winnsboro. Mr. Box was born April 16, 1950 in Oak Grove, La. and passed away Monday, May 26, 2008 in Mumbai, India. He was a resident of Wisner, a tool pusher for Ensco Offshore Co. and a member of the Temple Baptist Church, Winnsboro. He was preceded in death by his father, Abner "Buddy" Box; mother, Margaret Odessa (Prine) Box; brother, Hershell (Bubba) Box; half sister, Patsy McMillian. Survivors include his wife, Angela Faye (Halbrook) Box of Wisner; his beloved children: three daughters: Michelle Gwin of Winnsboro; Melanie Day of Baskin; Taylor Box of Wisner; three sons: Jason Box of Houston, Texas; Gary Layne Box Jr. of Austin, Texas; Joshua Box of Wisner; family pet, Zeb Box; brother, Kevin Box of Winnsboro; sister, Nadine Jacobs of Tallulah; a host of nieces and nephews; and six grandchildren. Pallbearers were Kraig Gwin, Johnny Day, Ralph Campbell, Travis Halbrook Jr., Shaun Butler, and Bo Davis. Honorary Pallbearers were Benji Laborde, Josh Box, Jerry Pardue, Lucas Baskin, and Heath Yocum. -------------------------------------------------- The Franklin Sun Winnsboro, LA June 18, 2008 Submitted July 2008 by: Glenda Warner Boyd Cedric Lee 'Sid' Brown Graveside services for Cedric Lee "Sid" Brown, 61, of West Monroe, formerly of Baskin, were held at Roselawn Memorial Gardens in Calhoun, Sunday, June 8, 2008 with Bro. Jason Beard, pastor and dear friend officiating. Mr. Brown was born April 18, 1947 in Winnsboro. He died Friday, June 6, 2008, at Glenwood Medical Center after a brief illness. He was a pipeline oiler and a dedicated Christian. He was preceded in death by his father, Lee Roy Brown; grandparents: Ed and Lela Brown, Jim and Mary Morris, all of Winnsboro. Survivors include his wife: Eileen Brown of West Monroe; children: Patty Frost and husband, Jimmy of Calhoun; Ken Prince Jr. and wife, Michelle of Crestview, Fla.; Roy Brown and Aretha Brown of Bastrop; grandchildren: Amanda Frost, LaTasha Givens and husband, Jason, Brandon Prine, and Ashley Prine; two great-grandchildren: Hanna and Nicholes Givens. He is also survived by his mother, Addie Marie Brown of Winnsboro; sisters: Sue Ellen McDonald and husband, Charlie of Baskin; Evelyn Marie Carroll of McGregor, Texas; nephew: Jeremy LaBorde and wife Tamara of McGregor, Texas; nieces: Donna Givens and husband Stacey of Mangham; Leigh Ann Martin and husband Tommy of Winnsboro; and a host of aunts, uncles cousins and friends. -------------------------------------------------- The Franklin Sun Winnsboro, LA June 11, 2008 Submitted July 2008 by: Glenda Warner Boyd Robert Lee Brunson Funeral services for Robert Lee Brunson, 89, of Mangham were held Saturday, June 7, 2008, at Calvary Baptist Church with Bro. Gary Courtney, Sister Charlotte Gerhardt, and Pastor Tom Lowe officiating. Interment followed in Gwin Cemetery, Mangham, under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home in Rayville. Mr. Brunson was born Dec. 24, 1918 and was called to be with his Lord on June 5, 2008. He leaves behind a blessed family to have had him for so long. Mr. Brunson is survived by his wife of 65 years, Lydia Gilley Brunson, and two daughters: Bobbie Brunson Bruce, and Dianne Brunson Boughton, both of Mangham; three grandchildren, five great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. Mr. Brunson is proceded in death by his parents, Louis and Annie Bois Brunson, two sisters: Neva Mae Brunson and Lucille Bacle; three brothers: J.C. Brunson, Joel Brunson, and Samuel Brunson. Pallbearers were Jim Bruce, Robert Boughton, Chris Boughton, Gary Gilley, Timmy McBroom. Andy McBroom, and David McBroom. Honorary pallbearers were Floyd Bacle, Stanley Bacle, Barney Parker, Sonny McBroom, Johnny Cannon, Bill Poindexter, and Jimmy Lowery. Mr. Brunson served his country during World War II. He was a member of the Mangham Masonic Lodge and American Legion Post 13. He was a member of the Calvary Baptist Church. He was a retired farmer. ----------------------------------------------------- The Franklin Sun Winnsboro, LA June 25, 2008 Submitted July 2008 by: Glenda Warner Boyd Addie Louise Flint Clark Funeral services for Addie Louise Flint Clark of Raymondville, Willacy County, Texas, formerly of Baskin, Franklin Parish, Louisiana, will be conducted on Thursday, June 26, at 10 a.m. at New Hope Baptist Church located at 825 HWY 610, Delhi, Louisiana, under the direction of Gill First National Funeral Home of Winnsboro, with Rev.'s Kelly Clark, Clovis Sturdivant, and Dennis Clark officiating. Interment will follow in Harris Cemetery near Crowville. Mrs. Clark was born to the union of Charlie S. Flint and Abbie Selma Freeman on Nov. 18, 1913 in Ora, Covington County, Mississippi and died on June 21, 2008 in Raymondville, Willacy County, Texas. She attended Mangham High School, was a homemaker, a wonderful mother, a gardener, a seamstress, and an avid quilter—giving her quilts to many members of the family, relatives and friends as a remembrance of herself. She was a member of Hill Ridge Baptist Church. She was preceded in death by her husband, Raymond Louis Clark; a son, Rev. Charlie Raymond Clark; grandson, Kenneth Alan Jones; great-granddaughter, Amy Darnell Anaclade; two great-grandsons, Dustin Frank Goulettte and Joseph Jones; sons-in-law, Earl Leroy Jones, Anthony Bartholomew and David Wayne Johnson; her parents; five brothers: Clifford, Oscar, Jesse, Paul, and James Flint; and one sister, Myrtle Odell Denny. She is survived by three daughters: Mary Louise Bartholomew of Abbeville, La.; Shirley Ashley and husband Vernon of Raymondville, Texas; Glinda Faye Huntsman and husband Alma of Crossett, Ark.; a host of grandchildren, great-grandchildren, great-great grandchildren; nieces, nephews and friends. Pallbearers are Kelly Clark II, Tony Ashley, Randy Ashley, Terry Jones, Charles Evans, and Douglas Clark. Honorary Pallbearers are James Edward Clark, Carl Killian, and Lynn Jones. Visitation will be at New Hope Church on Wednesday, the 25th from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. and on Thursday morning until time of service. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to: Harris Cemetery Funds, 720 HWY 610, Winnsboro, Louisiana 71295. ---------------------------------------------------- The Franklin Sun Winnsboro, LA June 18, 2008 Submitted July 2008 by: Glenda Warner Boyd Billy Hughes Eldridge Funeral services for Billy Hughes Eldridge of Warsaw Community, were held Thursday, June 12, 2008 at Warsaw Baptist Church with Rev. Cory Bruce officiating. Services were under the direction of Gill First National Funeral Home of Winnsboro. Mr. Eldridge was born July 12, 1942 in Winnsboro, and passed away in his sleep Tuesday morning, June 10, 2008 at his residence. He was preceded in death by his parents: Marvin Eldridge and Beatrice Prestridge; step dad Hebert Prestridge. He was also preceded in death by his wife of 30 years Jerrivon Eldridge. He is survived by his daughter: Dana Collins and husband Jeff and grandchildren: Hannah and Laura Collins of Crowville; brother: Elbert Eldridge and wife Jackie of Crosby, Texas; brother: Lawrence Eldridge and wife Gloria of Delhi; brother: Jimmy Eldridge and wife Martha of West Monroe; sister: Kathryn Hunter and husband John of Monroe; numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and a host of friends. After spending many years as an equipment operator on road construction, Billy spent years working on a farm and in recent years greeted many a patron as an employee of Warsaw Country Store. After the death of the love of his life, his wife: Jerrivon, Billy spent many hours with his granddaughters. He loved to talk about the latest accomplishments of Hannah and Laura. Mr. Eldridge was somewhat of a prankster and will be remembered as someone who loved laughter. Pallbearers were Mike Emfinger, John Eldridge, Jay Eldridge, Barry Don Parker, Jimmy Dale Parker, and John Michael Hunter. -------------------------------------------------- File contributed for use in USGenWeb Archives by: Patrick Collier backwoods_traveler@yahoo.com July 17, 2008, 12:10 am Arkansas Democrat-Gazette June 30, 2008 Pamela Griffing Fischer, of Mabelvale, Arkansas died of cancer June 28, 2008. She was the daughter of the late Dr. Asa Robert Griffing and Margaret Magee Griffing. She was born August 13, 1949 in Wisner, Louisiana. Pamela was a professional and avid hobby seamstress. She was preceded in death by her father, Dr. Asa Robert Griffing of Winnsboro, Louisiana; Uncle John William Griffing and Aunt Doris Inez Cobb Griffing of Winnsboro, Louisiana ; Uncle Archie Parker "John" Magee and Aunt Mona Robinson Magee of Winnsboro, Louisiana, as well as her Grandfather Byron Osborn Griffing and Grandmother Laura Fredrica Wier Griffing, Grandfather Thomas Kirby Magee and Grandmother Sina McMahan Magee. Her other ancesters are interred at Ward-Bend Cemetery, Como, Louisiana. She leaves behind her husband John Fischer, son Patrick Collier of Mabelvale, Arkansas; her mother Margaret Magee Griffing of Clinton, Arkansas; sister Alcina Griffing Battenfield of Clinton, Arkansas; sister Barbara Griffing Maxwell of Mabelvale, Arkansas. She is also survived by her step-daughter Monika Fischer Baldree of Lake Worth, Texas and step-son Richard Fischer of Benton, Arkansas. She was grandmother of three granddaughters : Stephanie Fischer of Benton, Arkansas; Domonique (Nikkie)Mendez of Valrico, Florida; Cylia Baldree of Lake Worth, Texas. Pamela was a member of the Southwest Congregation of Jehovah's Witness in Little Rock, Arkansas. A memorial service was held at the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses, 10412 Mabelvale West road, Mabelvale, Arkansas on Wednesday, July 2, 2008. Her ashes were interred beside her father in the New Winnsboro Cemetery in Winnsboro, Louisiana. Graveside service was performed by Bro. Victor Cheek of Winnsboro, Louisiana. My Mother was proud of her Griffing and Swayze heritage, and encouraged me in my research. She is a descendant of Rev. Samuel Swayze as well as John Benjamin Griffing of New Jersey. ------------------------------------------ The Franklin Sun Winnsboro, LA June 18, 2008 Submitted July 2008 by: Glenda Warner Boyd Nathaniel Hunter Haring Funeral services for Nathaniel Hunter Haring, 21, of Wisner, will be held at Holly Grove Baptist Church on (today) Wednesday, June 18, 2008 at 10 a.m. with Rev. Mickey Gallup and Rev. Neal Rayborn officiating. Interment will follow at Holly Grove Cemetery under the direction of Young's Community Memorial Funeral Home in Winnsboro. Hunter was born on September 30, 1986 in Monroe, La., and he passed away Sunday, June 15, 2008 at Franklin Medical Center in Winnsboro. He was a resident of Wisner, a farmer, and a member of Holly Grove Baptist Church. Hunter was a loving son, brother, and friend who will be dearly missed by his family and friends. Hunter was a graduate of Franklin Academy in 2005 where he enjoyed playing football and basketball. Survivors include his parents: Carl and Holly Haring of Wisner; sisters: Hannah and Jonathan Sharp, Kelly Haring, and Madison Haring all of Wisner; maternal grandparents: Mary Ferrington, and Carl Batey and wife Joan, all of Wisner; paternal grandparents: Mae Haring of Sicily Island, La., and W.C. "Pete" Haring of Wisner; and nephew, Isaac Sharp of Wisner. Pallbearers will be Ashley Haring, Brandon Haring, Justin Rials, Michael Lyles, Brady Nelson, Addison Sanders, Ed Mckee, Jr., and Tyson Payne. The family will receive friends at Holly Grove Baptist Church from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. Tuesday, June 17, 2008. -------------------------------------------------- The Franklin Sun Winnsboro, LA June 18, 2008 Submitted July 2008 by: Glenda Warner Boyd Martha Hendrickson Funeral services for Martha Hendrickson, 69, of Gilbert, were held at Apostolic Faith Chapel In Gilbert on Monday, June 16, 2008 with Rev. Virgil Harris officiating. Interment followed at Oakley Cemetery under the direction of Young's Community Memorial Funeral Home in Winnsboro. Martha Hendrickson was born April 21, 1939 in Gilbert, La. and passed away Friday, June 13, 2008 at Franklin Medical Center Winnsboro. She was a resident of Gilbert, a homemaker, and a member of the Apostolic Faith Chapel of Gilbert. She was preceded in death by her first husband, James E. McGloflin; father, Richard P. McLemore; mother, Ruth (Turner) McLemore; brother, Richard P. McLemore; sister, Arie Louise Stephens. Survivors include her husband, Stan Hendrickson of Chase; son, Jimmy E. McGloflin of Gilbert; daughter, Annie Ruth Atkins and husband Keith of Winnsboro; sisters: Amanda Seffens and husband Glen of Lake Jackson, Texas; Tommy Jean Castille and husband Jerry of Breaux Bridge, La.; Florence Magee of Baton Rouge, La.; Gail McMillon and husband John of Kentwood, La.; grandchildren: Chelsea E. and William A. Lilley; Katelyn, Kelsi, and Lynn Atkins; and host of nieces, nephews, and friends. Pallbearers were Dale McLemore, Kirby McLemore, Rick McLemore, Rex McLemore, Keith Atkins, Jerry Castille Jr., David Turner, and Wayne Hudson. ---------------------------------------------------------- The Franklin Sun Winnsboro, LA June 25, 2008 Submitted July 2008 by: Glenda Warner Boyd Donald Kirkham Funeral services for Donald Kirkham, 57, of the New Hope Community, were held Friday, June 20, 2008 at the New Hope Baptist Church with Rev. Kelly Clark officiating. Services were under the direction of Gill First National Funeral Home in Winnsboro. Interment followed at Harris Cemetery in Swampers. Mr. Kirkham was born on Aug. 19, 1950 to Clarence and Elizabeth Boyett Kirkham in Winnsboro and he passed from this life on Tuesday, June 17, 2008 at his residence. He was a member of the New Hope Baptist Church and he loved to fish and hunt. He is preceded in death by his parents. Survivors include his wife of 26 years: Vickie Kirkham of the New Hope Community; daughter: Melissa Frasier of Columbia; two sisters: Mary Ann Fisher of Tallulah; Betty Belk of Columbia; two brothers: James Kirkham of Dodson; Delmer Kirkham of Crowville; two nephews: Terry Belk of Columbia; Perry Belk of Winnsboro; two grandchildren. Pallbearers were Chuck Easterling, Dennis Poland, Danny Remore, Richie Strong, ABoy Sturdivant, and Tim Ulmer. ------------------------------------------------------ The Franklin Sun Winnsboro, LA June 11, 2008 Submitted July 2008 by: Glenda Warner Boyd John Mack Lowe John Mack Lowe, age 71, of Cabot, Ark. passed from this life on June 5, 2008, with his children's love surrounding him. He was born on September 23, 1936 in Gilbert, Louisiana. John was a very compassionate man with a sense of humor that always made you laugh. He struggled for the last 3 years after many strokes incapacitated him. The family is comforted knowing that he is in Heaven with our Lord Jesus Christ and his granddaughter Nikki. The family wishes to thank Dr. Mark Smith from North Metro in Jacksonville who treated their father with dignity and kindness. Dr. Smith is truly an angel sent to Earth to assist patients and families who are dealing with unbearable pain and loss. The family would also like to thank Lloyd in the ICU who was exceptionally kind and compassionate. John is preceded in death by his father and mother, John Edward and Dollie Lowe; two brothers Glen and George, three sisters Jessie, Mercile, and Hazel; and his granddaughter Nikki. John is survived by four children: Dolly Upchurch and husband Ray of Texarkana, Ark.; Barbara Parsons and husband Craig of Cabot, Ark.; Jodene Langford of Texarkana, Ark.; John Joseph Lowe and his wife Connie of Vilonia, Ark.; two sisters, Gertrude Baker of Shreveport, and Helen Hanshaw of Odem, Texas; five grandchildren Johnny, Larry, Curtis, Scott, and Ashley; two great-grandchildren Pepper and Vivian; along with many other family members and friends. Our dad is now at peace in a refuge free from pain and filled with Grace from God. Services were held on Saturday, June 7, 2008 at Apostolic Church in Gilbert, Louisiana. Arrangements by Thomas Funeral Service in Cabot, Ark. (501) 941-7888. ------------------------------------------------------ The Franklin Sun Winnsboro, LA June 18, 2008 Submitted July 2008 by: Glenda Warner Boyd Jessie L. Marzell Funeral services for Miss Jessie L. Marzell, 52, of Winnsboro will be held Sunday, June 22, 2008 at 2 p.m. at First Zion Baptist Church with the Rev. Amos Griffin officiating. Burial will follow at Cuba Cemetery under the direction of Richardson Funeral Home, Winnsboro. Miss Marzell died Sunday, June 15, 2008 at Franklin Medical Center following a lengthy illness. She was a child care provider. Survivors include three daughters: Angie Marzell, DeAndre Gipson and Dequana Marzell, all of Winnsboro; sisters: Shirley A. Marzell, Pat Marzell and Tonya Poe, all of Winnsboro; Jeanetta Marzell and Susette Marzell, both of Monroe; one brother, Percy Marzell, Winnsboro; and 11 grandchildren. Pallbearers will be Keith Wallace, Carl Wallace, Frank Coleman, Kinsley Compton Cotton, Jamar Cotton and Donald Coleman. Visitation will be Saturday from 12-7 p.m. at the funeral home chapel. The Franklin Sun Winnsboro, LA June 25, 2008 Submitted July 2008 by: Glenda Warner Boyd Jessie L. Marzell Funeral services for Miss Jessie L. Marzell, 52, of Winnsboro were held Sunday, June 22, 2008 at 2 p.m. at First Zion Baptist Church with the Rev. Amos Griffin officiating. Burial will follow at Cuba Cemetery under the direction of Richardson Funeral Home, Winnsboro. Miss Marzell died Sunday, June 15, 2008 at Franklin Medical Center following a lengthy illness. She was a child care provider. Survivors include three daughters: Angie Marzell, DeAndre Gipson and Dequana Marzell, all of Winnsboro; sisters: Shirley A. Marzell, Pat Marzell and Tonya Poe, all of Winnsboro; Jeanetta Marzell, Mary Singleton and Susette Marzell, all of Monroe; Betty Perry, Erma Davis, both of Winnsboro; Shawn Elzy, Baton Rouge; three brother, Percy Marzell, Winnsboro; Eric Elzy of Kalamazoo, Mich.; Jessie Shaw, El Paso, Texas; and 11 grandchildren. Pallbearers will be Keith Wallace, Carl Wallace, Frank Coleman, Kinsley Compton Cotton, Jamar Cotton and Donald Coleman. ------------------------------------------------- The Franklin Sun Winnsboro, LA June 11, 2008 Submitted July 2008 by: Glenda Warner Boyd Jamie Leroy McCall Funeral services for Jamie Leroy McCall, 33, of Wisner were held at Kings Pentecostal Church, Tuesday, June 10, 2008 with Rev. Jerry Brady officiating. Interment followed at Oakley Cemetery under the direction of Young's Community Memorial Funeral Home, Winnsboro. Mr. McCall was born June 1, 1075 in Jackson, Miss., and passed away Sunday, June 8, 2008 at Franklin Medical Center. He was a resident of Wisner and a farmer. He was preceded in death by his father, Jimmy Leroy McCall; son, Jared Alan McCall; paternal grandfather, Julian McCall; maternal grandfather, Bennie Parker; and grandmother Edna Rich. Survivors include his wife Chassitie Nicole (Mason) McCall, Wisner; mother, Judy Louise (Parker) McCall, Wisner; two children: Amber and Devin McCall, both of Wisner; grandmother, Annie Pearl Parker, Wisner; three brothers: Joseph McCall, Wisner; Jimmy McCall, Raine; James McCall, Thibodaux; and sister: Ann Cupp, Wisner; and a host of nieces and nephews. Pallbearers were Jimmy McCall, James McCall, Joe McCall, Cedrick Jackson, Josh Ward, and Brandon Mason. Honorary pallbearers were Michael Cullen Barber and Deon Edwards. ------------------------------------------------- The Franklin Sun Winnsboro, LA June 4, 2008 Submitted July 2008 by: Glenda Warner Boyd Percy H. Norris Percy H. Norris was born July 11, 1925 to the union of M. B. Lloyd Norris and Percy Norris. He attended school in the Franklin Parish School System. After school, he entered the U.S. Navy where he proudly served his country at various duty stations throughout the United States and abroad. After his tenure in the U.S. Navy, he moved to California. He resided in California most of his adult life before retiring to Henderson, NV. Percy loved the south, especially his beloved home town of Winnsboro, LA. It was his heartís desire to return home to spend his last days in the south surrounded by his loving and devoted relatives. He often returned to Winnsboro for extended periods of time to visit with friends and family. He was the joy and delight of the lives of his nieces and nephews on his visits. When Uncle Percy came home, it was like Santa Claus at Christmas time. He was an active member of the Second Baptist Church of Henderson, NV until his health began to fail. He had a great love of family as exemplified by his many phone calls, visits, and words of wisdom passed on to his loved ones. Family members are often heard quoting some of his phrases at family gatherings. He will be remembered and revered in the hearts and minds of his family forever. He is survived by a wife, a son, a brother-in-law, beloved nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. A memorial service celebrating his life was recently held at Winnsboro Second Baptist Church. ------------------------------------------------- The Franklin Sun Winnsboro, LA June 25, 2008 Submitted July 2008 by: Glenda Warner Boyd Lonnie Lee Parker Funeral services for Lonnie Lee Parker, 90, of Gilbert were held at Jigger Apostolic Church, Saturday, June 21, 2008 with the Rev. Hurby Hitt, the Rev. Virgil Harris, and Bro. Joe Stroud officiating. Interment followed at Harris Cemetery under the direction of Young's Community Memorial Funeral Home, Winnsboro. Mr. Parker was born March 8, 1918 in Winnsboro and passed away Thursday, June 19, 2008 at Plantation Manor Nursing Home, Winnsboro. He was a resident of Winnsboro, a farmer, and member of the Jigger Apostolic Church. He was preceded in death by his wife, Minnie Lou Allen Parker; father, Lonnie Parker; mother, Annie Hickingbottom Parker; three sons: Huey Parker, Richard Parker and Kenneth Ralph Parker; one daughter, Deborah Lananne Parker. Survivors include sons; Samuel Parker and Shelby Parker, both of Gilbert; daughters: Eunice Jones, Gilbert; Carolyn Cureington, Bastrop; Juanita Fowler, Gilbert; Diane King, LaPlace; Janice Storey, Winnsboro; brothers: Billy Parker and John Parker; sisters: Irene Jones and Adelle Shivers, all of Shreveport. Pallbearers were Russ Jones, Kyle Jones, Ethan Bass, Chad Parker, Patrick Parker, Josh Jones, and Kevin Bass. Honorary pallbearers were Joey Storey, Johnny King JR., Gary Duke, Darold and Martin Parker; Pat Lee Parker; Donnie and Rusty Jones; Clayton Kruger and Dewey King. ----------------------------------------------------- The Franklin Sun Winnsboro, LA June 18, 2008 Submitted July 2008 by: Glenda Warner Boyd Natalie Elizabeth Patten Funeral services for Natalie Elizabeth Patten, 24, of Manifest, La., were held at Pleasant Grove Baptist Church Saturday, June 14, 2008 with Bro. Dennis Relaford, Bro. Nathan Roberts and Bro. Dale Patten officiating. Interment followed at Oak Grove Cemetery under the direction of Young's Funeral Home. Ms. Patten was born March 7, 1984 in Natchez, Miss., and passed away Wednesday, June 11, 2008 at Manifest. She was a resident of Manifest and a member of the Fellowship Church of Jonesville. Survivors include her father, James "Timbo" Patten Sr. of Manifest; mother, Hope Nolan Patten, Manifest; paternal grandparents Dale and Evelyn Patten, Jonesville; maternal grandparents Bill and Carrie Nolan, Jonesville; and numerous aunts, uncles, cousins and friends. Pallbearers were Aaron Hutchins, Josh Roberts, Joe Tullos, Jeremy Patten, Ethan Skinner and Grant Coley. Honorary pallbearers were Nelson Skinner, Toby Skinner, Anthony Patten, Lee Stanley, Curtis Adams and Luke Hutchins. ------------------------------------------------------ The Franklin Sun Winnsboro, LA June 11, 2008 Submitted July 2008 by: Glenda Warner Boyd Alma T. Rhinehart Funeral services for Alma T. Rhinehart, 84, of Rayville were held Friday, June 6, 2008 at Calvary Baptist Church near Mangham with Rev. Gary Courtney officiating. Burial followed at Hewitt Cemetery under the direction of Gill First National Funeral Home in Winnsboro. Mrs. Rhinehart was born to the union of her parents Amos and Dure Harper Thigpen on Sept. 15, 1923 in Sikes, La., and passed from this life on June 4, 2008. Mrs. Alma was a member of Calvary Baptist Church. She retired after 20 years with Buccaneer Slacks and LaSavilla Garment factories. She is preceded in death by her parents; her husband: Ray Rhinehart, four brothers and four sisters. Mrs. Alma is survived by one daughter: Regena Trichell of Monroe, and one son: Lloyd d. Rhinehart of Pasadena, Texas; two grandchildren: Steven Rhinehart and Jessica Ventura; and six step grandchildren: Russell Wheat, Billy J. Trichell, Faith Lankford, Monte Trichell, Brian Trichell and Nadine Hughes. Pallbearers were Andy McBroom, David McBroom, Timmy McBroom, Billy Trichell, Keith Trichell and Monte Trichell. Honorary pallbearers were Jimmy Lowery, Veron Willson, Carl Childress, Larry Romero, Bubba McBroom and Sonny McBroom. --------------------------------------------------------- The Franklin Sun Winnsboro, LA June 18, 2008 Submitted July 2008 by: Glenda Warner Boyd David Richardson Funeral arrangements for David Richardson, 49, a farmer of Wisner, are incomplete at this time, under the direction of young's Community Memorial Funeral Home, Winnsboro. Mr. Richardson died Monday, June 16, 2008 at his residence. The Franklin Sun Winnsboro, LA June 25, 2008 Submitted July 2008 by: Glenda Warner Boyd Davis Lewis Richardson Funeral services for David Lewis Richardson, 49, of Wisner, were held at Young's Community Memorial Funeral Home on Friday, June 20, 2008 with Rev. Bruce Loftin officiating. Interment followed at New Pine Hill Cemetery under the direction of Young's Community Memorial Funeral Home in Winnsboro. Mr. Richardson was born Nov. 3, 1958 in Pineville, and passed away Monday, June 16, 2008 at his residence in Wisner. He was a farmer. He was preceded in death by his father, James Alford Richardson; mother, Ruby (McGinty) Richardson; brothers: James Alford Richardson, Jr. and John Earl Richardson. Survivors include his wife of 23 years, Sheila Marie (Harr) Richardson of Wisner; three daughters: Amanda Lynn Richardson, Britney Nicole Richardson, Elizabeth Danielle Richardson, all of Wisner; one brother, Danny Ray Richardson of Wisner; one sister, Annie Mae Boyette, of Wisner; and a host of nieces and nephews. Pallbearers were Loyd Delaughter Jr., Martin Richardson, Joe McCall, Roger Punchard, Jimmy Parker, and Danny Martin. Honorary pallbearers were Don Beaube and Bobby Rushing. ---------------------------------------------------- The Franklin Sun Winnsboro, LA June 4, 2008 Submitted July 2008 by: Glenda Warner Boyd Dorothy Lee Roach Dorothy Lee Roach was born on March 23, 1922 to David and Francis Roach of Wisner, La. and she passed from this life on Sunday, June 1, 2008 in Rockwall, Texas. Dot earned a Masters Degree in Music Education at Northwestern University at Natchitoches, La. She taught 26 years in Gilbert, Vivian, Bossier, and Waller Elementary Schools and Wisner Elementary and High School. She was a Purple Jacket, an honorary service organization, and a member of Phi Kappa Phi, an honorary educational fraternity at Northwestern University. She was chairperson of the Official Board of the Wisner Methodist Church for a number of years, was the Music Director of the church for over 50 years and was a life-time member of the Wisner United Methodist Church. She was awarded a Life-time UMW pin for her service. She spent countless Wednesdays singing at both nursing homes in Wisner, and she was a true disciple of God. She is preceded in death by her parents; her brothers: Lonnie, David (Bubba), and Walter Roach; her sisters: Lucy Roach and Gladys Roach Huckaby. She is survived by her nephews: Walter, Charlie, and David Giles Roach and David and Dale Huckaby; her nieces Ginger Roach Majewski and Mary Gail Huckaby Carter; and numerous great nieces, nephews, and other family members. Funeral services for Dorothy Lee Roach, 86, of Wisner will be held at 10 a.m. on Thursday, June 5, 2008 at the Wisner United Methodist Church with Rev. Frances Guy officiating. Services will be held under the direction of Gill First National Funeral Home of Winnsboro. Visitation will be Wednesday, June 4, 2008 from 5-8 p.m. at the funeral home. Pallbearers will be Dale, David, and Daniel Huckaby, Charlie, David Giles, Johnathon, Chase, and Elijah Roach. Memorials may be sent to Wisner United Methodist Church. ------------------------------------------------- The Franklin Sun Winnsboro, LA June 4, 2008 Submitted July 2008 by: Glenda Warner Boyd Roy Glenn Sinclairtz Roy Glenn Sinclairtz was born Jan. 5, 1956 and passed away May 21, 2008. He was born in Pasadena, Texas and traveled with his military family, where he settled in Schertz, Texas until 1996 when he moved to Washington, Pa. He is preceded in death by his parents, Willard and Laverne Wright Sinclair; grandparents Shelby and Edna Williamson Sinclair, and John Henry and Minnie Wright; and several other relatives. Mr. Sinclairtz is survived by his sisters, Pam Sinclair and Teresa Lewis, brother Harold Sinclair, all of San Antonio, Texas area; as well as nieces, nephews, and many Sinclair and Wright relatives in the Franklin Parish area, including uncle Delmus Sinclair, Mangham; aunts Joyce Chapman, Delhi, and Annette Spearman, Winnsboro. Any planned memorials may be made to any Organ Donor Hospital of your choice. --------------------------------------------------- The Franklin Sun Winnsboro, LA June 4, 2008 Submitted July 2008 by: Glenda Warner Boyd Charlie J. Svetlecic Funeral mass for Charlie J. Svetlecic will be Thursday, 11 a.m. in St. Mary's Catholic Church in Winnsboro with Rev. Daniel Corkery and Rev. Dwight DeJesus celebrating the mass. Interment will follow in Old Winnsboro Cemetery under the direction of Gill First National Funeral Home of Winnsboro. Visitation will be Wednesday from 5-9 p.m. with a rosary at 7:30 at the funeral home. Charlie John Svetlecic was born on October 3, 1921 in Winnsboro and passed from this life Sunday, June 1, 2008 in Cypress, Texas. The Franklin Sun Winnsboro, LA June 11, 2008 Submitted July 2008 by: Glenda Warner Boyd Charlie J. Svetlecic Funeral mass for Charlie J. Svetlecic were held Thursday, in St. Mary's Catholic Church in Winnsboro with Rev. Daniel Corkery and Rev. Dwight DeJesus celebrating the mass. Interment followed in Old Winnsboro Cemetery under the direction of Gill First National Funeral Home of Winnsboro. Mr. Svetlecic was born on Oct. 3, 1921 in Winnsboro and passed from this life Sunday, June 1, 2008 in Cypress, Texas. He was a member of St. Mary's Catholic Church in Winnsboro. He retired after 35 years with IMC in Sterlington. He is preceded in death by his parents: Andrew and Frances Polancic Svetlecic; and two daughters: Teresa and Virginia Svetlecic. Mr. Svetlecic is survived by his wife of 61 years LaDetha Ward Svetlecic of Winnsboro; daughter: Mary Frances Eifler of Rustin; son: Andrew John Svetlecic of Provo, Utah; son: Joseph Michael Svetlecic of Houston, Texas; daughter: Elizabeth Anne Crace of Winnsboro; son: Richard Charles Svetlecic of New Orleans; daughter: Catherine Gourley, and husband David of Cypress, Texas; son: David Mark Svetlecic and wife Rose Di Grazia of Austin, Texas; daughter: Christina Svetlecic of Sasche, Texas; sister: Katie Wyatt and husband Travis of Berryville, Ark.; eight grandchildren: Jay Eifler, Laura Svetlecic, Rachel Svetlecic, Benjamin Svetlecic, Alice Svetlecic, Melea Crace, Samuel Crace and Madison Gourley. Pallbearers were Bill Moroni, Chris Cruse ,Tommy Womble, George Gowan, Bill Marionneaux and Mike Kramer. ----------------------------------------------------- The Franklin Sun Winnsboro, LA June 4, 2008 Submitted July 2008 by: Glenda Warner Boyd C. A. Temple Graveside services for C.A. Temple, 66, of Winnsboro were held at Providence Memorial Cemetery on Monday, June 2, 2008 with Carolyn Rison officiating. Services were under the direction of Community Memorial Funeral Home, Winnsboro. Mr. Temple was born July 14, 1941 in Franklin Parish, and passed away Friday, May 30, 2008 in Winnsboro. He was preceded in death by his father, Lester Elliott Temple; mother, Leala Mae Walton Temple; daughter, Cynthia "Cindy" Temple; and son, A.C. Temple Jr. Survivors include his wife, Barbara Evans Temple, Winnsboro; sons: Clyde Temple, Jimmy Temple and Bobbie Temple, all of Winnsboro; Daniel Temple, Monroe; daughters: Lashae Dupre, Winnsboro; Amanda Temple and Patricia Aday, both of Monroe; brothers: Glen Temple, Rayville; Jimmy Don Temple, Gilbert; Billy Wayne Temple, Shreveport; Eugene Temple, Columbia; Lester Temple, Orange, Texas; sister, Shirley Mae Temple, Winnsboro; 17 grandchildren; and a host of nieces and nephews. Pallbearers were Daniel, Bobbie, Clyde and Jimmy Temple, Lucky Dupre and Robert Edney. Honorary pallbearers were Lindsey Johnson and Clyde Robinson. ----------------------------------------------- The Franklin Sun Winnsboro, LA June 18, 2008 Submitted July 2008 by: Glenda Warner Boyd Estell Thomas Funeral services for Estell Thomas, 86, of Winnsboro will be held Saturday at 11 a.m. at the River of Life Church in Winnsboro. Burial will follow in Morning Star Cemetery in Fort Necessity under the direction of Richardson and Sims Funeral Home of Winnsboro. Mrs. Thomas died Monday, June 16, at Plantation Manor in Winnsboro following a brief illness. Wake service will be Friday from 7 to 8 p.m. at New Vision Baptist Church. She is survived by her husband, Percy Thomas, Winnsboro; two daughters: Essie Brown and Mary Banks, both of Winnsboro; 11 sons: L.Z. Hoard, Clarence Cooper, Charlie Thomas, Percy Thomas Jr., Jimmie Thomas, James Thomas, Larry Thomas, Joseph Thomas, Donnie Thomas, Jerry Thomas and Frank Thomas, all of Winnsboro; and one brother, Jimmie Lee Jones, Winnsboro. ------------------------------------------------------ The Franklin Sun Winnsboro, LA June 25, 2008 Submitted July 2008 by: Glenda Warner Boyd Mary Elizabeth Thompson Funeral services for Mary Elizabeth Thompson, 77, of Gilbert, formerly of Tallulah were held Saturday, June 21, 2008 at Crocket Point Baptist Church with Rev. Joe Senn officiating. Burial followed in Harris Cemetery under the direction of Gill First National Funeral Home in Winnsboro. Mrs. Thompson was born to the union of her parents Clifton and Vera Leach Brown on April 13, 1931 in Ida, La., and passed from this life on Wednesday, June 18, 2008 in Winnsboro. She is preceded in death by her parents; three brothers: C. B. Brown, Wayne Brown, and Franklin Brown; one granddaughter: Connie Thompson. Mrs. Thompson is survived by one daughter: Elizabeth Reeves and husband Lynn of Gilbert; four sons: Bill Thompson and wife Chris of Oklahoma, Clifton Thompson and wife Eva of Shreveport, Clarence Thompson and wife Edna of Baton Rouge, and Billy Wayne Thompson of Monroe; 22 grandchildren and 13 great-grandchildren and a host of other relatives and friends. Pallbearers were J. R. Reeves, Jerimie Reeves, Billy Thompson Jr., Christopher Thompson, James Thompson and Tyler Thompson. Honorary pallbearers were Brandon Thompson, Clarence Thompson Jr., Kevin Thompson, Shane Thompson, Kurt Jackson and Henry Wempren. ------------------------------------------------- The Franklin Sun Winnsboro, LA June 25, 2008 Submitted July 2008 by: Glenda Warner Boyd Chance 'Gooch' Wiley Funeral services for Chance "Gooch" Wiley, 26, of Larto, were held at Larto Baptist Church Friday, June 20, 2008 with Bro. Tommy Cotten and Bro. Mack Walker officiating. Interment followed at Peas Cemetery under the direction of Young's Funeral Home, Jonesville. Mr. Wiley was born March 11, 1982 in Natchez, Miss., and passed away Wednesday, June 18, 2008. He was a resident of Larto and a member of Wayside Pentecostal Church. He was preceded in death by his brother, Tyrone Dubois; maternal grandparents: Dan and Millie Wiley; paternal grandparents: Claude and Onolia Ellard. Survivors include his parents: Claude and Angelia Ellard, Larto; wife, Christina Oxley Wiley, Grayson; son, Chance "Alex" Wiley; daughter, Melany Grace Wiley; sister, Miranda Jolene Trisler, Glade, La.; two step-sisters: Amber Smith and Dena Ellard; and three nieces. Pallbearers were Len Thrasher, Chris Wiley, David Wiley, Anthony Wiley, Ben Wiley and Jessie Fuller. -------------------------------------------------- The Franklin Sun Winnsboro, LA June 18, 2008 Submitted July 2008 by: Glenda Warner Boyd Earl C. Wilson Funeral services for Earl C. Wilson, 67, of Wisner were held Saturday, June 14, 2008 at Locust Hill Baptist Church with the Rev. Amos Heckard officiating. Burial followed at Mathis Cemetery in Extension under the direction of Richardson Funeral Home, Winnsboro. Mr. Wilson died Sunday, June 8, 2008 at Mary Anna Nursing Home in Wisner. He was a farmer. Survivors include a son, Charles Hillman, Monroe; daughter, Darbie M. Jones, Monroe; sisters: Moe West Nelson, Chicago; Elizabeth Heckard and Beulah Plater, both of Wisner; brothers: Gene Plater, George Plater, Archie Plater, all of Houston, Texas; Odell Saulsberry, Harry Plater, both of Winnsboro; Larry Plater, Roosevelt Plater, both of Wisner; Tony Plater of Baton Rouge; Dennis Wilson, Monroe; and three grandchildren. Pallbearers were George Plater, Gilbert Edwards, Larry Plater, Johnny Mathis, Odell Saulsberry, Gene Plater, Harry Plater, Chad Plater, Atreal Plater, and William N. Heckard Jr. ---------------------------------------------------- The Franklin Sun Winnsboro, LA June 4, 2008 Submitted July 2008 by: Glenda Warner Boyd Jeannette Kiper Yannie Jeannette Kiper Yannie, born May 8, 1917 in Winnsboro, and passed away Monday, May 19, 2008 at the age of 91 years. She worked at a civil service career from 1946 to 1954 for the U.S. Air Force and was in Japan from 1948 to 1950 where she worked for the Investigation Department of the Air Force. From 1954 through 1964 she worked for General Electric. Then she worked for Aero Space Corp and retired in 1980. Mrs. Yannie was the first woman chief of security at Vandenberg AFB, California. She was preceded in death by her parents, Samuel Frederick Kiper and Bessie Shields Kiper, both of Winnsboro. Mrs. Yannie is survived by her daughters and sons-in-law: Elizabeth and Dr. Mario V. Hernandez, Mary Ann and Wade Land of Kenosha WI; grandchildren: George Hernandez, Joseph Hernandez, William Hernandez, Kevin Land, Lisa Lopez, Michele Long and Wade Land; and three great-grandchildren. The memorial service was held Friday, May 28, 2008 at Mission Park Funeral Chapels North, with interment following at Holy Cross Cemetery in San Antonio, Texas. ----------------------------------------------------