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Dallas & Terrell, Texas and surrounding areas

D. Lee Alcorn

D. Lee Alcorn

Jul 28, 2026

The Life of Lee Alcorn

Doris Lee Alcorn was born on July 23, 1937, in the Ledbetter community of Rockdale, Texas. The eldest of four children, Lee was lovingly raised alongside his three sisters. At an early age, he accepted Jesus Christ as his personal Savior and was baptized at Springfield Missionary Baptist Church, beginning a lifelong journey of faith and...

Eara (Earie) Jean Coleman

Eara (Earie) Jean Coleman

Jul 27, 2026

Her Beautiful Journey

Eara (Earie) Jean Knight Coleman beloved mother, grandmother, sister, friend, and faithful servant, departed this life peacefully on July 27, 2026.

Born on September 19, 1945, in Kaufman, Texas, Eara was the cherished daughter of Howard Knight, Sr. and Lillian Frances Jackson Knight. As the eldest daughter of seven children, she exemplified servant leadership from an early age. Through...

Ervin Eugene "SLIM" Smith, Sr.

Ervin Eugene "SLIM" Smith, Sr.

Jul 25, 2026

Ervin Eugene Smith, Sr. was born on September 14, 1948, in LaRue, Texas, better known as Moore Station, Texas. He was the firstborn child of the union of the late Bishop William T. Smith and Mother Earnestine Smith. 

Ervin was raised in a strong Christian home under the spiritual leadership of the late Evangelist G.E. Smith, the late Bishop Harold Smith,...

Mr. James Garland Stimpson

Mr. James Garland Stimpson

Jul 24, 2026

In Loving Memory

Mr. James Stimpson, age 85, passed away peacefully on July 24, 2026. Mr. Stimpson will be remembered for his kindness, sense of humor, and generous spirit. He is survived by his family and loved ones, who will cherish his memory always.

Sue Oliphant Pinkard

Sue Oliphant Pinkard

Jul 24, 2026

On April 11, 1941, Charlie and Norvella Oliphant became the proud parents of a beautiful baby girl. They named her Sudene Oliphant. She was their pride and joy and the first of eight children. Growing up, the family affectionately called her “Sue.” She united with the church family at True Vine Missionary Baptist Church at an early age. She loved...

Emargery Lane Brown

Emargery Lane Brown

Jul 18, 2026

Emargery (Margie) Lane Brown, 73, was born and raised in Los Angeles, CA, passed on July 18, 2026. Margie was born on September 05, 1952 to Lonnie B. Brown and Rufus Brown. 

Margie lived her life happily and carefree, always smiling, singing and dancing. She loved spending time with her family and friends She was preceded in death by: Her Mother:...

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