Linda Conti Gould, born on September 1, 1954, in Rockford, Illinois, passed away on September 29, 2025, leaving a legacy of compassion and dedication to her community. She was the beloved daughter of Louis and Mary Margaret Conti.
Throughout her life, Linda dedicated herself to serving others professionally. She spent 31 years as an Assistant to the Director of Northern Illinois...
Norma "Sue" Scheiblich Pothast - Kirkpatrick
Born February 20, 1940 Norma “Sue” was the third child (Elizabeth Ann 1935-1937, Herman “Edward” 1938-2023) born to Marlin TX grocery store owner Herman Edward Scheilblich and his wife Norma Wren (Mahan). Sue grew up in Marlin with her lifelong close group of friends, relatives and neighbors leading a charming life that included monkeys for...
Hattie Baily passed away peacefully in Arizona on July 27, 2026.
Born to Fred and Leel Mckinney of North Carolina, Hattie was a devoted daughter, loving wife and mother, cherished sister, and loyal friend. She built a successful career as an accountant and business owner, but her greatest accomplishment was that of a loving and exceptional mother.Hattie will be remembered for...
A memorial service for Gala Ann Canada (née Grau), 81, of Lufkin, will be held at the Angelina church of Christ, 2213 Tulane Drive, Lufkin, on Saturday August 8th at 11am.
Gala was diagnosed 7 weeks ago with metastatic pancreatic cancer. She took her last breath with her daughters by her side on the morning of July 27th, 2026. Knowing she...
Barbara Lee Hernly of 2139 Crenshaw Street, San Diego California, passed away peacefully on July 24, 2026. Barbara, also called “Marigold” by her many close friends, was born in Mercy Hospital, San Diego California on the 29th of July, 1948. Raised in El Cajon, she attended Holy Trinity grammar school and later Rosary High School where she was voted “Most...
Jeffrey was the son of the famous Art Director, Perry Ferguson. He grew up in the San Fernando Valley in California and lived there most of his life. Jeffrey spent some time going to college in Hawaii. He was in the Army and fought in Vietnam 1967-1968. He lived most of his last years in Burbank, CA and finally Meridian,...
Maureen Audrey Ryan Hess, our sweet mother, grandmother, and guiding angel, passed away peacefully on Thursday, July 16, 2026. She has now been reunited in heaven with her lifelong partner and beloved husband, Ralph Hess, who passed away two summers ago. Together again, they continue to watch over the family they built and loved so dearly.
Born and raised on the...
It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Janice Landry Severance on July 13, 2026 at the age of 70 after a courageous battle with cancer. She passed away peacefully at home in Fischer, TX.
Janice was born on February 8, 1956 in Moncton New Brunswick Canada to Alyre and Antionette Landry.
She is remembered for her outgoing, generous,...
Paulette Eileen Grimes
On July 12, 2026 we lost the matriarch of our family.
She taught us that family means everything. We all called her GMA.
Paulette was born July 9, 1945 in Englewood, CA and, being a blue-eyed blonde, she was a true California girl. She surfed at
Redondo Beach, went to high school with the Beach Boys, and returned to the beach...
Anthony Walter Schmidt, 73, of Walla Walla, Washington, passed away peacefully at home on the evening of July 12, 2026, surrounded by the love of his family.
Born on December 29, 1952, Anthony dedicated more than 30 years of service as Food Manager at the Washington State Penitentiary in Walla Walla. He was known for his strong work ethic, commitment, and...