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With hearts full of love and gratitude for a life well lived, we celebrate the life and legacy of L. Junior Cato, affectionately known by family and friends as a devoted husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle, and friend. L. Junior Cato was born on August 24, 1947, in Athens, Louisiana, to the late James Cato and Etta Mae Cato. He was raised in Arcadia, Louisiana, where he attended school and developed the values of hard work, faith, and family that would guide him throughout his ...

Richard Lewis, beloved father, grandfather, brother, uncle, and friend, passed away peacefully on May 22, 2026, at the age of 64. Richard was born on November 27, 1961, in San Jacinto County, Texas, to J.C. Lewis and Mollie Wyatt. He lived a life defined by kindness, hard work, humor, and devotion to those he loved. He was known for his generous spirit, wise advice, and ability to make everyone around him laugh and feel welcome. Richard attended schools in Coldspring and Corrigan, Texas. ...

Hattie Mae Leveston Johnson Massey was born on May 19, 1951, in Dodge, Texas, to the late Clara Leveston and Harry Joseph. From the very beginning, Hattie’s life was marked by quiet strength, grace, and a deep love for family and community. Hattie attended Sam Houston High School, where she graduated and proudly served as a member of the Pep Squad. She later continued her education at Sam Houston State University before transferring to Texas Woman’s University in Denton to ...

On March 26, 1938, in Huntsville, TX, James Otis “Shilo” Hightower was born to Olen “Shug” Hightower and Ester Ross. Shilo was the oldest of 6 children. Shilo attended school in Huntsville, TX, and shortly after married the love of his life, Gale Maxine Riles-Hightower, on January 25th, 1960. James and Gale became parents of five beautiful 5 children. Shilo worked as an equipment operator for Walker County Pct 2, where he served for 25 years before he retired. After ...

A dear wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and cherished friend, Tommie Lee Houston Hollman was called home to her Sender, the Lord Jesus Christ, on April 26, 2026, after eighty-four remarkable years. Born January 30, 1942, in Saline, Louisiana, to Leona Houston Barfield and Porter “Poda” McNeal, she was raised by her grandmother, Florence Houston, who instilled in her a foundation of faith, wisdom, and hope. Through their example, she learned prayer, perseverance, and ...