Obituaries

Apr 8, 2025

Susan Lynne York Crenshaw (GG) was born October 30, 1943, in Marshall, Texas to Paul and Janice York. She passed away on Tuesday, April 8, 2025.  A memorial service will be held at a date to be determined.

Susan was a graduate of Marshall High School.  She attended Texarkana College and graduated from East Texas Baptist University....

Apr 7, 2025

Sue Ann McMillan Ware, a beloved mother, grandmother, and educator passed away peacefully on April 7, 2025 at the age of 73.  Born on August 1, 1951 in Logansport, Louisiana, Sue Ann was the daughter of Conway and Phala Mae LaGrone McMillan. Her spirit was bright from the very beginning, and she brought joy and love to everyone around...

Mar 31, 2025

A funeral service for Ruth Roberson, 79, of Longview, Texas will be held at 10:00 a.m., Thursday, April 3, 2025, in the Chapel of Downs Funeral Home.

Ruth was born on June 7, 1945, in Texarkana, Arkansas to Clifford Overton and Lucille Medley Overton and passed away on March d31, 2025, in Longview, Texas.

She...

Mar 30, 2025

A memorial service for David Oney, 61, of Marshall, Texas will be held at 2:00 p.m., Thursday, April 3, 2025, in the Chapel of Downs Funeral Home.

David was born on June 1, 1963, in Marshall, Texas to Alton Johnny Oney and Wilma Ann Bunch Oney and passed away on March 30, 2025, at his residence in...

Mar 30, 2025

Wendy Wilburn, 46, of Marshall, Texas passed away on March 30, 2025, in Longview, Texas.

Mar 27, 2025

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Terry Ledbetter, who passed away on March 27, 2025, at the age of 69. With a heart for God, he found joy in his family, friends, work, and helping others. In addition, he loved watching Christmas Hallmark movies and beach vacations with his family each summer.

He was born...

Mar 26, 2025

Roy C. Morton, 75, of Marshall, Texas passed away on March 26, 2025, at his residence in Marshall, Texas.

Mar 25, 2025

Phillip Benjamin Baldwin Jr., born July 30, 1961, in Marshall, Texas, passed away leaving behind a legacy of intellect, service, and deep-rooted love for his family and community. A proud graduate of Marshall High School, Phillip's academic path led him to Centenary College, where he earned a degree in Geology, and later to Texas A&M University, where he studied...

Mar 22, 2025

Harold David McClendon, age 77, passed away to Glory on March 22, 2025, at UT Southwest Clements Hospital in Dallas, Texas.

Harold was born on February 13, 1948, in Marshall, Texas. He was the son of James Richard McClendon and Mary Alice Rhodes McClendon.

He was a lifelong resident of Harrison County. He attended school...

Mar 17, 2025

A memorial service for Thomas Algernon Coleman, III, 74, of Avinger, Texas will be held at 10:00 a.m., Saturday, March 22, 2025, at The Deer Camp. A visitation for family and friends will be held from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., Wednesday, March 19, 2025, at Downs Funeral Home.

Thomas was born on September 21, 1950, in...

Mar 13, 2025

A graveside service for Judy Laverne Lee, 75, of Marshall, Texas will be held at 1:00 p.m., Saturday, March 22, 2025, at Yates Memorial Cemetery in Scottsville, Texas.

Judy was born on January 23, 1950, in Marshall, Texas to Howard Simmons and Betty Farnham Simmons and went to be with the Lord on March 13, 2025, in...

Mar 6, 2025

A graveside service for Robert G. "Papaw" Smith, 77, of Flint, Texas will be held at 11:00 a.m., Tuesday, March 11, 2025, at Yates Memorial Gardens Cemetery in Scottsville, Texas.

Robert was born on September 24, 1947, in Alexandria, Louisiana to Jerome James Smith, Sr. and Lora Mae Duncan and passed away on March 6, 2025, in...

Mar 3, 2025

A funeral service for Bobby Ray "Bob" Gore, 72, will be held at 10:00am, Friday, March 07, 2025, in the Chapel of Downs Funeral Home with Bro. Mike Roberts officiating. Interment will take place at 11:00am, Saturday, March 08, 2025, at Denison Cemetery in Idabel, Oklahoma where a graveside service will be ministered by Reverend Leroy Beam. Visitation with...

Mar 3, 2025

A memorial service for Jake William Fiser, III, 36, of Elysian Fields, Texas will be held from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m., Saturday, March 8, 2025, at Bethel Methodist Church in Elysian Fields.

Jake was born on March 20, 1988, in Rochester, New York and then relocated to Elysian Fields, Texas. He was a loving father and...

Mar 1, 2025

A graveside service for Harry Edward Smith, Jr., 51, of Marshall, Texas will be held at 2:00 p.m., Tuesday, March 18, 2025, at Fairview Cemetery in Marshall, Texas.

Harry was born on April 30, 1973, in Longview, Texas to Harry Edward Smith, Sr. and Gloria Sue Mitchell Smith and passed away on March 1, 2025, in Longview,...

Mar 1, 2025

Family and friends will be celebrating the life of Sally Frances Murray Lane, 86, of Marshall, Texas at 3:00 p.m. Sunday, March 9, 2025, at Downs Funeral Home. Visitation will be from 2:00-3:00 prior to the service on Sunday.

Sally was born on October 20, 1938, in Heavener, Oklahoma to Velma Sally and Archie Clay Murray. She...

Mar 1, 2025

A graveside service for Wilma Nell Jones, 78, of October 27, 1946, of Marshall, Texas will be held at 10:00 a.m., Thursday, March 6, 2025, at Colonial Gardens Cemetery. A visitation will be held from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., Wednesday, March 5, 2025, at Downs Funeral Home.

Wilma was born on October 27, 1946, in Queen...

Feb 28, 2025

Family and friends will be celebrating the life of Mary Alline "MawMaw" Dean, 92, of Karnack, Texas at 2:00 p.m., Monday, March 3, 2025, at River Crossing Cowboy Church in Marshall, Texas. Interment will follow at Dean Cemetery in Karnack, Texas. Visitation will be held from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., Sunday, March 2, 2025, at Downs Funeral Home....

Feb 23, 2025

A visitation for Joan Daugherty, 71, of Waskom, Texas will be held from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., Wednesday, February 26, 2025, at Downs Funeral Home.

Joan was born on October 17, 1953, in Chicago, Illinois to William Chambliss and Ann Metoxen and passed away on February 23, 2025, in Waskom, Texas.

She married K.R....

Feb 22, 2025

Velma Doris Plunkett Mitchell, 94, of Marshall, Texas, peacefully left our world on February 22, 2025. Velma, lovingly known as "Tang" was born in Yazoo City, Mississippi on September 14, 1930, to Luther and Odessa Plunkett. She was the second of five children and accepted Christ at an early age.

Velma graduated high school from Wendell Phillips...