Obituaries
William l. Finnel
Dec 7, 2025
We, the staff of Bigham Mortuary, are deeply saddened to announce the passing of Mr. William L.Finnel.
William Fletcher Jr. '58'
Dec 5, 2025
We, the staff of Bigham Mortuary, are deeply saddened to announce the passing of Mr. Williams Fletcher Jr.
Michel V. Lebel "73"
Nov 28, 2025
We, the staff of Bigham Mortuary, are deeply saddened to announce the passing of Mr. Michcel V. Lebel.
Fidel Mendoza "31"
Nov 27, 2025
NADIE MUERE MIENTRAS
PERMANECE VIVO EN EL
CORAZON
No sufras por mi,he seguido la sendaQue Dios me senalo,tome su mano
Cuando El me llamo,he encontrado la Paz al fin de la jorada;si mi partida ha
Dejado un hueco llenelo con mis Recuerdos Felices y una sonrisa.
No me recuerden con tristeza mi Vida fue plena ,y la disfrute.Si me
Necesitan llamenme y yo estare cerca Aunque no...
George O. Huffman "76"
Nov 26, 2025
We, the staff of Bigham Mortuary, are deeply saddened to announce the passing of Mr. George Huffman.
Robert Thomas "44"
Nov 13, 2025
We, the staff of Bigham Mortuary, are deeply saddened to announce the passing of Mr. Robert Thomas.
Gerald Lindel Beene (74)
Oct 23, 2025
Gerald Lindel Beene, 74, of Longview, Texas, passed away on October 26, 2025. He was born on December 23, 1950, in Gilmer, Texas.
Gerald was raised in the rural areas of Upshur County and graduated from New Diana High School in 1969. He went on to attend Kilgore Junior College before joining the United States Army. Gerald proudly served his country...
Dorothy Mae Williams (Aka Rose,Aunt Sis,Big Mama,Mrs. Bell and Mrs.Dorothy) Bell '100'
Oct 12, 2025
DOROTHY MAE WILLIAMS BELL “CENTURIAN” 100 + years
A celebration of life for Our Mother Dorothy Mae Williams Bell, better known as Big Mama, Rose, Aunt Sis, Mrs. Bell, or just Mrs. Dorothy, will be held at 12:15 PM on Saturday, October 25, 2025, at Growing Valley Baptist Church, with Rev Dr. Kelvin L. Lynch and Rev. Charles E. Faulks officiating.
She...
Amanda R. Allen (42)
Oct 7, 2025
Amanda Rene Allen of Hawkins, Texas, left her earthly home on October 7th to enter the arms of her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. She would have been 43 years old on October 10. Amanda was known by her friends and family for her great sense of humor and quick wit. She had a caring love for everyone and was...
Jason M. Ayotte (46)
Sep 30, 2025
Jason M Ayotte laid his head to rest on Sept 30th, 2025.
Jason was born in December. 13th, 1978, toMichael Ayotte and Carol McMellon
Jason was survived by his wife, Stephanie Phillips,
Daughter's Jaedynn Ayotte and Kenzie Goode, Son Rhett Ayotte, and Grandson Owen Goode.
Brother Michael Hines and Sister in Law April Hines, Sister Shelly Tucker and Brother in Law Adam Tucker.
He also...
Tracey Glynn Stauss (58)
Sep 19, 2025
Tracey Glynn Stauss, 58, passed away peacefully in the comfort of his home on
September 19, 2025, at 6:20 pm, surrounded by loved ones.
He was born in Irving, TX, on December 8, 1966, to Jack and Shirley Stauss. Tracey was easy-going and enjoyed
spending time with anybody and everybody. He enjoyed going to the lake, spending
time with family and friends, and watching...

