Author: admin

April 3, 1942   ——–   January 6, 2023

Mr. Jesse Ray Turner a lifelong resident of Terrell, Texas died on January 6, 2023, at his resident.  Mr. Turner was a retired teacher and coach in the Terrell ISD School district and was loved my many co-workers, students, and classmates.

Mr. Turner leaves to cherish his memories, his sons, siblings, and a host of friends and family.

Services:  Public Viewing: Friday, January 13, 2023 –  5 to 7 at the DuBose Funeral Home.

 Homegoing Celebration, Sat, January 14 @ 10:00 AM

 Shiloh Baptist Church – 321 Frank St. – Terrell, Texas

 Burial:  Gethsemane Cemetery – Naples, Texas

September 26, 1958   —-     January 5, 2023

Ms. Lisa Jean Floyd was born in Denison, Texas on September 26, 1958, and died on January 5, 2023 in Dallas, Texas.  Ms. Floyd was surrounded by Her family and friends at the time of her death.  She leaves to cherish her memories children, and other family and friends.

Duncan Demaun Andre Pierson (Affectionately Known as Mon) was born on January 1, 1985 to the Parentage of Duncanary Davis and Cynthia Pierson Davis.

Duncan attended school in Terrell, where  he graduated in 2003.  He accepted Christ at an early age at the New Mt. Calvary Baptist Church under the late Pastor Mitchell and continued his fellowship under the leadership of Pastor Clarence Roberson.  Duncan was a member of the youth choir, youth Ushers & Awanna.

As an adult he joined Mt. Hebron Victory Faith Baptist Church under the guidance of Pastor Samuel Hawkins.  Duncan was an internal optimist, friendly, always greeting you with a smile.  He was ever ready to lend a helping hand.

Duncan was preceded in death by his father Duncanary Davis and mother Cynthia Pierson Davis, Grand parents & Great grand parents.  He leaves to honor & cherish his memory Daughters, Makayla Pierson,  Amuyrian Pierson, Bonus Daughter Janiyah Champion.  Sister, Faronda Pierson Ambers (Tim), Shawnea Skinner, Brother Korwin (Courtney), Grandmother, Millie Dotie, and a host of aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins & Family.  And most important Special Friend Xenia Qualls.

Services:  Saturday, December 31, 2022 @11:00 AM

                  First Baptist Church

                  403 N. Catherine St.

                  Terrell, Texas 75160

                  Burial: East Bachelor Cemetery-301

Herbert Lee Fason

September 25, 1939 – December 20, 2022

Deacon Herbert Lee Fason was born to the parentage of the late Henry Fason and Tassie Ree Punch in Elmo, TX on September 25, 1939.

He spent his early childhood in Elmo and attended Shady Grove School. He later came to Terrell and attended Terrell School and graduated from Burnett High School in 1959.

He accepted Christ at an early age and was baptized at Elmo Church of Christ. He later was a member of United Church of God in Christ under the leadership of Elder Mays. He became a faithful member of Mt. Hebron Baptist Church, he was the chairman of the deacon board, under the leadership of Dr. Robert McElroy. He was chosen as man of the year in 2003. He also served as Superintendent of Sunday School and a member of the Male Choir. He was a worshipful Master of Corinthian Lodge #51 for a number of years.

On November 23, 1959 he was united in marriage to Mary Christeen Davis and to this union 2 daughters were born, Aleshia Rena Bryant (Larry) and Adrienne Rachelle Greer (Robert).

Deacon leaves the following family members to love and cherish his memories; his wife of 63 years, Mary Christeen Fason; two daughters, Aleshia Rena Bryant (Larry) and Adrienne Rachelle Greer (Robert)

Services:
Viewing: Friday, December 23, 2022 from 5-7 at the DuBose Funeral Home Chapel
Homegoing Service: Sat, December 24, @ 11:00 AM
Mt. Hebron Baptist Church-8628 CR 301 Terrell, TX 75160
Burial: Shady Grove Cemetery-Elmo, Texas

Mr. Stanley D. Jackson
June 26, 1962 —- December 14, 2022

Stanley Darrell Jackson was born on June 29,1962 in Rockwall, Texas to the parents Calvin Jackson and Shirley Ann (Alexander) Jackson. He attended Rockwall Independent School District and later worked various warehouse jobs until he was disabled.
Stanley was a sweet and humble young man with a great personality. He met no strangers and was loved by many. He loved his family, especially his nieces and nephews. They in
turn loved him and took pleasure in aggravating him to get him started by his many comical outbursts. Ask them, they have many videos, especially when he’s watching the Dallas
Cowboys. He loves them boys.

Stanley was preceded in death by his mother: Shirley Ann Jackson, brother: Calvin Ray Jackson, brother-in-law: Jeremiah Webber, grandparents: Lonnie Lee Alexander &
Lottie D. Alexander and Jessie James Jackson & Clara Mae Jackson and several aunts and uncles.

He leaves to cherish his memories: father: Calvin Jackson (Bettie), sisters: Carolyn Webber, Sheila Jackson, and Carla Jackson, brothers: Stephen Jackson, Geary Jackson (Debbie), and
Larry English, and a host of nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, cousins, and friends.

Services:
Public Viewing:Tuesday, December 20, 2022 from 5 to 7pm at New Caldonia BC-Rockwall
Homegoing Celebration: Wednesday, December 21, 2022 at 11:00 AM
New Caldonia BC-Rockwall, Texas
Burial: Rockwall Cemetery-205

10-25-1938 – 11-19-2022

Clifton Roberson Jr. was called home to be with the Lord on November 19, 2022 at the age of 84 in Terrell, Texas. He was born in Wills Point Texas on October 25, 1938 to the parents of Clifton Roberson Sr. and Estella Roberson Jacob. His family moved to Terrell Texas where he accepted Christ at an early age. He is survived by his son Clifton J. Roberson (Mary), three step sons; Lewis Williams Jr., Troy Anthony Williams and Jerry Lewis Tolbert, two grandchildren; Clifton Javon Roberson, and Cydnee Alexis Roberson, one great grandchild; Carmen Alexis Roberson, alone with a host of nephews, nieces, and many other family members, friends and loved ones.

He was preceded in death by his father Clifton Roberson Sr.; mother Estella Jacobs; step father John H. Jacobs; three sisters Odessa Roberson Jackson, Dorothy Roberson Tucker, and Fannie Roberson Pegram; two brothers Hubert Roberson, and J. R. Perry Roberson.

Service: Saturday, November 26, 2022 @ 1:00 PM
DuBose Funeral Home Chapel
Burial: New Oakwood Cemetery-Terrell, Texas

Mrs. Norma J. King was born July 4, 1942, to the parentage of Nathaniel Coleman and Ella D. Whittaker.

On December 24, 1957 she married her soulmate, Charles King and to this union 11 children were born.

She was preceded in death by her parents and nine siblings, sisters, Lafrances Maxie-McMillion, Catherine Maxie-Lee, Delores Maxie, Evelyn Maxie-Thomas; brothers, Ted Maxie, Kenneth Maxie, Advertis Maxie, John Maxie, and Curtis Maxie.

She leaves to cherish her memories, husband of 65 years, Charles King; brothers, Dale and Billy Maxie; children, Walter King (Sherri), Cathy King-Roacher, Lucius King, Torino King, Rachel King, Aleta King, Keith King, and Charles King, and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, family and friends.

Service: Saturday, October 29, 2022 @ 11:00 AM – Friendship BC- Terrell, Tx
Burial: New Oakwood Cemetery- Terrell

Ms. Eva Henderson born on August 8, 1954 in Frog, Texas died early Wednesday morning in Rowlett, Texas. She was surrounded by her children and family.
Eva will be missed by her children, grandchildren, and many other family and friends.

Services will be: Public Viewing, Friday, October 14, 2022 from 6 to 8 at the DuBose FH
Services: Saturday, October 15, 2022 at 11:00 AM
Friendship Baptist Church – 515 Bethlehem St. – Terrell, Texas

Toran Simpson was born September 10, 1965 to the parents of Grady Sr. And Willie Mae Simpson. Toran accepted Christ at a early age, and was a member of Shiloh Baptist church in Terrell Texas.

Toran’s entire educational journey was in the Terrell Independent School District. He was a graduate of the the class of 84. He was very active in sports from early childhood through High School. Toran had a strong competitive drive to win in every sport he participated. At Terrell High he was amongst a select few of athletes who was offered a scholarship in all three sports, football, basketball, and track and field. He chose to attend Texas Tech University.

Even though Toran experienced many challenges he always found a way to enjoy life, and remain close to his family.

Toran was preceded in death by his father Grady Simpson Sr. He is survived by his Mother Willie Mae Simpson, Wife Angela Williams Simpson, his step daughter Ashlyn Fulbright, sibling Kimetra Lewis, Gretchen Simpson Hunter, Grady Simpson Jr., Greg Simpson, Craig Simpson, and Tavarus Simpson, along with a host of nieces, nephews, and cousins and other relatives.

Service: Saturday, October 8, 2022 at 11:00 AM
Shiloh Baptist Church-321 Frank St.-Terrell, Texas 75160
Burial: New Oakwood Cemetery – Terrell, Texas

Lodis Ray Milton was born November 24, 1948 to the parentage of the late
Otha and Viola Milton of Edgewood, Texas. Sunset on his time here with us was
September 18, 2022 at his home in Terrell, Texas surrounded by his family.
Lodis attended public school in Edgewood where he graduated high school. He
was a long time employee of VistaWall where he worked over 50 plus years as a
dye maker. He retired and returned to working at VistaWall because of his
hardworking nature and desire to be a provider of his family.
Lodis met and married the love of his life Diane Williams of Terrell, Texas on April
21, 1989 after a long courtship. To this union three daughters Felicia, Rosemary and
Jessie Nell.

Lodis is preceded in death by his parents Otha and Viola Milton, sister Elneita
Dillard and brothers Jerry and Joe Milton.

He is survived by his loving wife Diane Milton of Terrell, daughters Felicia (Edward)
Jackson of Terrell, Rosemary (Johnny) Lewis of Forney, Jessie Nell (Calvin) Paul of
Mesquite. He has two brothers Lee Milton of Edgewood and Larry (Jan) Milton of
Frisco; sisters Linda Randle (Joe) of Emory, Rosie Randle of Terrell and Vickie Jones
of Edgewood, special sister-in-law Willetta Williams, special brother-in-law Glen
(Francene) Williams, special niece Shandria “Ta” (Rob) Williams and special
nephew Kelton (Chari) Milton.

Grandchildren and great grandchildren Ebony (Rolando) Kennedy and Nevaeh,
Tierah, Te’nayah, Boogie; DeAndra (Porsche) Williams and Demry, Armonte;
Carldrequs Lewis and Jediah, Aureil; DeUndra “Missy” (Mike) Dukes and Dreylon, Dylan. Michael Sterrett and Isaiah; Darius Hubbardand Danarius; Tiarah White; 

Adopted grandsons Brad Kennedy, Roderick Gardner, Marc Green, Clayton Hass,
Aaron Huttel, Rokendrick Pipkins, Kailan Vinson, Marquis Washington, Kendrick
Turner, Chad Jobe (late), Donavan Pipkins, Travis Rhodes and Aydriel Mask.
A host of nieces, nephews and other relatives and friends.

Services:  Public Viewing:  6 to 8 at the Bethlehem BC-Terrell, Texas 

Homegoing Celebration:  Saturday, September 24, 2022 at 12:00 Noon.                                        Bethlehem BC-500 S. Frances St.-Terrell,Tx

Burial:  New Oakwood Cemetery-Terrell, Texas