Henry Clay Waddill was born August 11, 1928, in Star, Texas, the son of Mary Lillian (Roberts) and Albert Alvin Waddill. He passed away November 19, 2008, at the age of 80. Mr. Waddill was a retired U.S. Army Staff Sergeant with over 20 years of active duty service which included service during the Vietnam War. He was also retired from the City of Dallas, Texas. He is preceded in death by his wife, Alice, in 2000. Surviving Mr. Waddill are his brothers, John Waddill, Forrest Waddill, and Wesley Waddill; one sister, Dorothy Olsen; and other loving family. Graveside funeral services are 11:00 am, Saturday, November 22, 2008, in the Hurst Ranch Cemetery, located just east of Star, Texas, off Highway 84. Mr. Waddill's body will lie in state all day Friday, November 21, at Jaynes.

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DUNCAN, William Ray, Jr. of Cedar Hill, TX passed away November 18, 2008. Born April 14, 1920, Mr. Duncan lived his entire life in the Dallas area. An Army veteran of World War II, he went on to retire from the Army Active Reserves in 1962 as a Lieutenant Colonel. He retired from Collins Radio Co. (now Boeing) in 1984, where he supervised the drafting department. An active member of the Church of Christ throughout his life, Ray was a devoted husband, father and grandfather who loved his family. Always with a smile, a positive attitude, and a cheerful word, he will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved him. His wife of 52 years, Doris Duncan, preceded him in death in 1999. He is survived by his son, Bob Duncan & wife, Mary of Midlothian, TX; daughter, Barbara Brooks of Atlanta, GA; grandchildren, Holly Via & husband, Dominic, Jill Emerton & husband, Preston, Brandy Harvey & husband, Jed; 7 great-grandchildren; brothers, Bill Duncan & wife Lee, Jim Duncan & wife, Jean; sister, Eva Mae Caudle & husband George. Funeral Services are 11:00 AM, Friday, Nov. 21, 2008 at Jaynes Memorial Chapel. Burial will follow at Laurel Land Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 6-8 PM, Thursday at Jaynes Memorial Chapel.

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Age 84, passed away November 17, 2008. She was born February 29, 1924 in Lancaster, Texas. Mable was preceded in death by her husband of 37 years, James M. “Buddy” Bragg; son, Jim Bragg, and her parents, Joshua & Mattie Tuley. Mable was the last survivor of ten children. She graduated from the Lancaster School District and later worked as a secretary in Centerville, TX for the County Judge and Attorney of Leon County for many years. As a child Mable attended many singings and camp meetings in Ovilla, TX and gave her life to Christ at one of those meetings. She is survived by her son, Gary Bragg and wife Tina; grandchildren, Sheena Delao & husband Alfredo, Joshua Bragg & wife Kassandra, and Alyce Rodriguez & husband Juan; 9 great-grandchildren; and many nieces, nephews, and loving friends. Services are 1:00 pm Thursday, Nov. 20 at the Farley Street Baptist Church in Waxahachie, 1116 Brown St. Burial follows at Rawlins Cemetery in Lancaster. Visitation is 6-8 pm Wednesday at Jaynes Memorial Chapel in Duncanville. Our sincere thanks to all who helped care for Mable during her illness. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Building Fund of Farley Street Baptist Church.

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David Shannon Coursey was born November 24, 1929, in Dallas, Texas, the son of Marian Juanita (Akers) and Vaughn Jefferson Coursey. He passed away November 5, 2008, in Dallas, at age 78. Davy is preceded in death by his parents and a brother, Paul Coursey. He is survived by sister, Esther Johnson; nieces, Cathy Robinson & husband Randall, Paula Nelson & husband Craig, nephew, Shawn Rogers & wife Jeannie; 5 great nieces, 3 great nephews, 1 great-great niece, and 2 great-great nephews. He was a retired accountant. David loved his family. When he was younger he loved to travel. Every summer he would take his nieces and nephew to the beach for great adventures. His adventurous side ranged from chasing tornados in his convertible to riding rides with the kids at the fair. He collected model cars, loved listening to his music, and watching his DVD's. He also loved sherbet ice cream and orange soda. David loved his church and his church family and was a very active member when he was able. He used to take the kids to summer church camp. He was a long time member of Trinity Church of the Nazarene in Duncanville. He served in the U.S. Army during the Korean War. He will be greatly missed by all. Funeral services are 11:30 am, Monday, November 10, 2008, at Jaynes Memorial Chapel. Burial will follow at Dallas-Fort Worth National Cemetery. Visitation with the family is 2-4 pm, Sunday, at the funeral home.

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On November 4, 2008, God called one of his angels home and Daddy greeted her with open arms. Born in Lamar County, Texas on June 29, 1930, she grew up in Crossroads and Clardy. She was a resident of Duncanville, TX for over 50 years. Mother was recognized by others for her caring ways and was always the one who stepped up to help in whatever way needed, expecting nothing in return. No matter what this life dealt her, she never complained. Neva retired from Sanger Harris/Foleys Fine Jewelry, Linz Jewelers, Sam's, and Green Garden Nursery. Predeceased by loving husband of 50 years, Harold Dillard, parents Elmer and Mary Pomroy, sisters Robbie Skidmore and Barbara Allen, son-in-law Maurice Bunch, and her faithful companion Pepper. She is survived by brothers, J C Pomroy (Barbara) and Bobby Glen Pomroy (Judy), daughters, Yvonne Howell and Pam Bunch, grandson Bo Howell (Amy), great granddaughters Aubrey and Analisa, step grandchildren, Kim (Robert), Beth Ann (Roy), and Chris and their families. Also survived by aunts, many cousins, nephews, and nieces. The family wishes to thank the staff of TwinBer Hospice for their care and support. Graveside services are 1:00 PM, Friday, November 7, 2008 at Little Bethel Cemetery, Duncanville, TX. The family will receive friends, Thursday, November 6th from 6-8 pm at Jaynes.

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Our loving wife, mother, and Mamaw passed away November 4, 2008. She was born in Dallas, Texas and was a long time resident of Duncanville. Bobbie was preceded in death by her husband of 36 years, Ronnie Brown in 1999. Bobbie is survived by husband, Joe W. Crass; son, Darian Brown & wife Joy; 2 grandsons, Justin and Marshall; many other family members and loving friends. Services are 10:00 am Friday, November 7 at Jaynes Memorial Chapel; Brian Shipman officiating. Burial will follow at Little Bethel Memorial Park in Duncanville. Visitation will be 6:30 to 8:30 Thursday, TODAY, at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the American Cancer Society.

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passed away and went to be with the Lord Monday, November 3, 2008. She is survived by her husband of 53 yrs. C. L. “Sonny” Pawkett; daughters, Terre Bird and Jaime Moore; grandchildren, Derrell and Shannon Bird and she is predeceased by her granddaughter, Nicole Moore. Funeral services are 2 pm, Thursday, November 6, 2008 at Jaynes. Interment is at Laurel Land Memorial Park in Fort Worth. Visitation is 6-8 pm, Wednesday, November 5, 2008 at Jaynes.

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Born in Vicksburg, MS on April 1, 1940 to Ferguson and Dorothy Ryan, passed away November 2, 2008. Judy was a loving wife, mother and friend to all and will be dearly missed. She is survived by her husband, Don Banks; daughters, Susan Gibson, Donna Smith and Julie Banks; son, Billy Banks; two grandsons, Josh Gentry and Chris Gibson; two great-granddaughters, Jocelyn Gibson and Patience Gibson; mother, Dorothy Barfield; and her brother, Donald Barfield. Memorial Services are 2 PM, Saturday, November 8, 2008 at Jaynes Memorial Chapel in Duncanville.

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Mabel Bernice Morel was born September 16, 1915, in Robertson County, Texas, the daughter of Molly Ada (Smith) and James Robert Merryman. She passed away November 1, 2008, in Pearland, Texas, at age 93. Mabel was preceded in death by her husband of forty-two years, Ira Louis Morel, as well as one daughter and two grandsons. She is survived by seven children & more than thirty grandchildren, great~grandchildren, & great~great~grandchildren. Mabel retired from Memorial Hospital in Houston, Texas, where she had worked as a nurse for many years. She also served as a greeter at Wal-Mart for over fifteen years. Funeral services are 10:00 am, Wednesday, November 5, 2008, at Jaynes Memorial Chapel, with Pastor John Coe officiating. Burial will follow at 3:30 pm in the Mt. Pleasant Cemetery in Franklin, Texas. Visitation with the family is 6-8 pm, Tuesday.

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Audrey Pool, infant daughter of James and Kelly Pool, passed away November 1, 2008. Graveside funeral services are 2:00 PM, Friday, November 7, 2008, at Grand Prairie Memorial Gardens, 3001 Belt Line Road, Grand Prairie, Texas, 75052.

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Age 72, passed away October 28, 2008. She was born in El Paso, Texas in 1936. Nancy is survived by daughters, Sally Campbell and Mary Brownlee; sister, Norma Randle; son-in-law, Tim Brownlee; grandchildren, Meredith Smith, Justin Smith & wife Kristen; great-grandchildren, Mallory Smith & Sarah Smith; niece, Susan Jackson; nephews, George Randle & John Randle. A Graveside service will be 10:00 am Friday, October 31, at Laurel Land Memorial Park in Dallas, 6000 S. R.L. Thornton Fwy. Visitation is 4-6 pm Thursday at Jaynes Memorial Chapel.

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LANGRIDGE, W. Fred, loving father and husband went home to be with the Lord on October 28, 2008. He was born on July 4, 1925 in Canton, Texas. An army veteran of World War II, Fred was a longtime active member and deacon of Hampton Place/Cockrell Hill Baptist Church until his health limited his activity. A life long pigeon fancier, a Master Breeder and judge; in 1973 he was elected to the National Pigeon Association Hall of Fame and for over 50 years served as Secretary/Treasurer of the Texas Pigeon Association. Preceded in death by his wife, Peggy Langridge and daughter-in-law, Pat Langridge. He is survived by his wife, Johnnie Langridge; son, Freddie Langridge; grandson, John Langridge & wife, Paula; stepdaughter, Donna Sharp & husband, Richard. He was always willing to help anyone in need and will be missed. Funeral Service is 11:00 AM, Monday, Nov. 3, 2008 at Cockrell Hill Baptist Church, 1128 S. Cockrell Hill Road., Dallas, TX 75211. Burial will follow at Dallas Fort Worth National Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 3-5 PM, Sunday at Jaynes Memorial Chapel in Duncanville.

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Age 80, and a resident of Duncanville, passed away October 27, 2008. He was born December 20, 1927 in Robertstown, TX. Curtis was a retired Chemical Engineer with Mobil Oil Co and a Korean veteran of the U.S. Army. He was preceded in death by a son, Jimmy Johnson and a brother, Robert Neal Humphries. Curtis is survived by his wife of 52 years, Norma Jean; one son, Curtis Humphries Jr. & wife Aleisha; two daughters, Julia McCullough, Lola Spuhler & husband Mark; sisters, Mildred Mast and Frances Renfro; grandchildren, James, Amy, Kevin, Jennifer, Michael, Curtis III, & Lauren; great-grandchildren, Emily, Hannah, Grace, & Jimmy. Services are 2:00 pm Thursday, October 30, at Jaynes Memorial Chapel. Visitation with the family will be one hour prior to the service. A private family graveside service will follow.

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Born in Caddo Gap, AR on Oct. 4, 1946 to Tom & Leona Bridgers. Larry was a graduate of Crozier Tech High School in Dallas and also served in the United States Navy from 1966-1971. Larry was a Foodservice Manufacturers Representative for the majority of his professional career. He is survived by his son, Rodney & wife, Kam Bridgers of Red Oak; daughter, Laura Allen of Saginaw, TX; grandchildren, Brooke Allen, Taylor & Peyton Bridgers; former wife, Linda Bridgers, brother & sisters, Lanell & Doyle Coslin, Marcella & Larry Rutherford, Tommy & Melba Bridgers, Laquita & John Klinge, Patricia & Mike Packard; numerous nieces, nephews and loving friends. His family and friends, who loved him very much, will dearly miss him. Funeral Services are 10 AM, Tuesday, Oct. 28, 2008 at Jaynes Memorial Chapel in Duncanville. Interment is 10 AM, Wednesday, Oct. 29, 2008 at Glenwood Cemetery in Glenwood, AR. Visitation is 7-9 PM, Monday, Oct. 27, 2008 at Jaynes Memorial Chapel.

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Evelyn Mae Yates was born July 12, 1923, in Springfield, Missouri. Mrs. Yates passed away Thursday, October 23, at age 85. She is survived by her husband, Stewart Yates, and other loving family. Visitation with the family is 3-5 pm, Sunday, October 26, at Jaynes. Graveside funeral services are 2:00 pm, Monday, October 27, at Little Bethel Memorial Park in Duncanville.

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Age 82, passed away October 21, 2008; she was born November 24, 1925 in Gatesville, Texas. For many years Joyce was a Medical Technician and retired from Smith Klein Beecham Laboratories in 1995. She was a long time member of Glen Oaks Methodist Church and currently was a member of the Duncanville and Coppell Methodist churches. Joyce is survived by her daughter, Donna Dickerson; son, Rick Dickerson and wife Chris; granddaughters, Shay & Rylee Dickerson; sisters, Mattie Herndon and Betty Morgan; numerous nieces, nephews, and loving friends. Services are 10:00 am Friday, October 24, in the Sanctuary of Duncanville's First United Methodist Church, 403 S. Main. Visitation with the family will be 6-8 pm Thursday at Jaynes Memorial Chapel.

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On October 19, 2008, Charles Edward Littleton went to our Heavenly Father at age 48. Chuck was a successful executive in several companies, including Travelocity and most recently, Expedia. Additionally, he was an entrepreneur in many successful adventures and was an avid sports fan. He especially enjoyed golf, NASCAR, and water sports. Chuck was born into a military family in Germany, May 10, 1960. He grew up in Greenville, N.C. where he graduated from high school and then attended East Carolina University. For the last 20 years, he resided with his wife and children in Dallas, Texas. Chuck was preceded in death by his mother & father, Walter and Gertrue Littleton of Greenville, N.C. He is survived by his lovely wife, Janie S. Littleton; brother, Walter and Jane Littleton, Jr., and sister, Saber and Angelo Grotticelli; aunts & uncles, Jim and Barbara Littleton and their son, Bud, Clinton and Polly Littleton, and Mary and Gus Harvatich; numerous cousins; his mother-in-law, Lola "Big-Nani" Quiroga; sisters-in-law, Mary Quiroga and Gloria Bugarin; brother-in-law, Albert Quiroga; daughter, Jennifer Islas and husband Dion, daughter, Monica Hernandez and husband Juan, son, Samuel Barron III, and adopted daughter, Samantha Harrison; grandchildren, Moses, J.J., Romeo, Juliet, Mackenzie, Landon, and Nathaniel; nieces & nephews, Anne-Marie, Mandy, Jessica, Kimberly, David, Vincent, Walter III, Toni-Marie, Pedro, Michael and his son, Kamron, and Albert, Jr.; and his beloved pets, Elvis, Priscilla, Lisa Marie, Presley, Blondie, and Bella. Visitation with Chuck's family will be 7-9 pm, Thursday, October 23, at Jaynes. Memorial services will be 11:00 am, Friday, October 24, 2008, at Jaynes Memorial Chapel.

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Age 82, passed away at his home in Dallas, October 12, 2008, fulfilling his desire to be with his family when he left his earthly home. Steve was a faithful husband and father and a wonderful provider for his family. He was a native of Abbott, TX and was born there January 24, 1926. Steve was an Army Air Corps veteran of WWII and served in Scotland and England. He retired from State Farm Insurance after 27 years of service and was a Mason for nearly 60 years. He was a Shriner and a member of Hella Temple. Steve is survived by his wife of 63 years, Juanita; two daughters, Cynthia and Stephanie; sister, Faye Jackson of Houston; grandchildren Jennifer, Justin, Audra, Blake, Ryan, and Lauren. Services are 11:00 am Tuesday, October 14, at Jaynes Memorial Chapel. Burial will follow in Hillsboro, TX. Visitation with the family will be 6-8 pm Monday at the funeral home.

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Born January 28, 1924, passed away October 9, 2008. No services have been set.

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Sylvia Jones, beloved Mother & Granny, passed away Oct. 6, 2008. Born Dec. 21, 1927, she was a longtime resident of Cedar Hill. Devoted to her family, she was a proud past president and lifetime member of PTA. She was an original member of the Cedar Hill Volunteer Fire Dpt. Auxiliary and a longtime member of the First United Methodist Church in Cedar Hill. Her husband of 55 years, Lester “Bud” Jones preceded her in death in 2001. Survivors include her daughters, Cathy Cox & husband, Ron and Joni Ramsey & husband, Jimmy; grandsons, Brad Cox & wife, Brandy and Justin Ramsey & wife, Maria; great-grandsons, Dylan & Tyler; sisters, Peggy Buchanan & husband, Buck and Floyce Bosher, along with many nieces & nephews. Funeral Service is 1:00 PM, Thursday, Oct. 9, 2008 at the Historic Sanctuary, First United Methodist Church, 127 N. Roberts, Cedar Hill, TX. Burial will follow at Little Bethel Cemetery. Visitation is 6-8 PM, Wed. at Jaynes Memorial Chapel.

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Beautiful Person, Best Mom Ever and Loving Wife, Catherine Josephine Pottinger was called to be with Our Lord on October 6, 2008. Catherine was born on February 26, 1922, in Charleston, MO. She was a graduate of Saint Henry’s High School, Charleston, MO. She completed her nursing training at St. Mary’s Hospital in Cairo, IL. Catherine served as an Army Nurse during WWII. She retired from nursing at Methodist Hospital Dallas in 1986. She was a vigorous, energetic, engaged, devoted long standing parishioner of St. Elizabeth of Hungary Catholic Church of Dallas. Catherine is survived by her husband of 62 years, James Daniel Pottinger, Sr.; son, James, and his wife, Gail Pottinger; daughter, Camelia Pottinger; daughter, Emma Stevens, and her husband, Jay; son, Philip Pottinger, and his wife, Nancy; sister, Mabel Tinkhof, numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her son-in-law Ralph Patrick, brothers Delbert Renaud, Henry Renaud, Harold Renaud and sisters Beatrice Baudendistle, and Gertrude Stricker. Visitation with family will be at Jaynes Memorial Chapel on Sunday, October 12, 6:00 to 9:00 p.m., with Rosary at 7:00 p.m. Funeral will be at 10:00 a.m., Monday October 13, at St. Elizabeth of Hungary Catholic Church, 4014 S. Hampton Rd., Dallas. Burial will follow at Holy Redeemer Cemetery in DeSoto.

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Olivia Zonell "Libby" Flores was born October 19, 1964, in Dallas, Texas, and passed away October 4, 2008, at age 43. She left this world to be with the Lord after her struggle with scleroderma. She is survived by her husband, John G. Flores; daughters, Carmen Garcia and her husband, Josh Chavez, and Samantha Garcia; son, Juan Garcia, Jr.; mother, Maria Teresa Ortega; sisters, Linda, Nora, and Julie; brothers, Johnny and Jose III; 8 grandchildren, several nieces & nephews and many friends. She will be missed by all who knew and loved her. Funeral services are 10:00 am, Wednesday, October 8, 2008, at Jaynes Memorial Chapel. Burial follows at 1:00 pm, at Calvary Hill Cemetery in Dallas. Visitation will be 6-9 pm, Tuesday, October 7, at Jaynes, with a Rosary beginning at 7:00 pm.

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Bonnie Cobb, age 77 of Dallas Texas passed away 0ctober 3, 2008 after a long struggle with ALS (Lou Gehrig’s disease). She was born, July 2, 1931 in Palestine, Texas to Oather and Nell Hudson. Bonnie was raised on the family farm located in Montalba, Texas just outside Palestine until her marriage to Joe R. Cobb in 1950.
She graduated from Palestine High School and attended Sam Houston State College. Taking a pause from school, she worked in several jobs and gave birth to two daughters before returning to school at North Texas State University where she earned her bachelors degree in Elementary Education. She later earned a talented and gifted endorsement from Baylor University.
Bonnie Cobb was a teacher with 33 years of service in the Dallas Area including the Lancaster, Duncanville, and Dallas Independent school districts. She taught the talented and gifted program for the K through 6th grades for 17 years in the Dallas Independent School District and received one of the Ross Perot excellence awards in recognition of her service. Her husband Joe R. Cobb was a long time school principal, last serving at Daniel Webster School in the DISD.
Bonnie was a life long member of the Church Of Christ. Her church family is the Cedar Hill Church of Christ. Bonnie was a member and had served as an officer of several book clubs, Lecture Luncheon, and the Retired Teachers Association.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Oather and Nell Hudson, her brother Donald Hudson, her husband Joe R. Cobb, and a daughter Alyce Ann Cobb Olmstead. She is survived by her daughter and son-in-law, Patti and Mickey Bowles of Fort Worth, her son-in law Dr. Mark Olmstead and wife Sherry of Royce City, six grandchildren: Whitney and Courtney Bowles, Sarah Olmstead Thomason, Katherine, Caleb, and Mackenzie Olmstead, and six adopted grandchildren.
Thanks to her many friends who would visit her and help her during her long struggle with ALS. Special thanks to the many friends and caretakers of both Crescent Place Assisted Living Center and Grace Presbyterian who attended to her needs so faithfully along with Dr. Finch and the many doctors and people at Southwestern Medical Center.
Services will be held at 10:00 am, October 6, 2008 at the Cedar Hill Church of Christ, 535 S. Clark Road, Cedar Hill, Texas, with internment following at the Land Of Memory in Palestine, Texas. Family visitation will be from 4:00 to 6:00 pm Sunday Afternoon, October 5, at Jaynes Funeral Home, Duncanville, TX. Memorials may be made to the MDA Neuromuscular Clinic, Ashton Ambulatory Care Center, 5323 Harry Hines Blvd, Dallas, TX 75390-8897.

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Paul Wayne Wallace was born July 6, 1947, in Dallas, Texas. He passed away October 2, 2008, at age 61. Wayne was a loving husband, father, son, brother, and great friend. Wayne was the owner of Cylinder Heads Texas, in Cedar Hill, for many years and was passionate about racing and building engines. He is survived by his loving wife, Donna; children, Travis and Jessica; parents, Will & Ann VanWey; sister, JoAnn Formby & husband Robert; many nieces & nephews, other relatives, & many friends. Wayne is predeceased by grandmother, Lillian S. Holland. Funeral services are 12:30 pm, Tuesday, October 7, 2008, at Jaynes with interment to follow at Dallas-Fort Worth National Cemetery. Visitation with the family is 6-8 pm, Monday.

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