Obituaries
Tri-State Cremation and Funeral Services Obituaries
Local obituaries for Texas, Arkansas, and Louisiana areas.
Marion Carter
Mar 26, 2024
Marion Carter Jr., affectionately known as "Bud," was born on April 15, 1941, and peacefully passed away on March 26, 2024. He was preceded in death by his son, Roger Dale Carter, and his parents, MC and Ida Mae Carter.
Bud is survived by his loving wife, Kathy Hudson Carter, his son Marion J. Carter, daughters Doris Annette Kilcrease and Lola...
Brian Keith Martin
Mar 25, 2024
Brian Keith Martin, aged 47, born on December 23, 1976, to Mary and Richard Martin, peacefully passed away on March 25, 2024. He was a talented chef, having lent his culinary skills to establishments such as Julie's Deli and Screaming Goat in Redwater.
Brian is survived by his mother, Mary Martin of Texarkana, TX, his brother James and his wife Ellen...
Doris Marie Hammac
Mar 23, 2024
Doris Marie Hammac passed away at her home on Saturday, March 23, 2024, in Leary, Tx.Doris was born on January 25, 1952 in Galion, Ohio. She was 72 years old.When she was able, she enjoyed sewing, quilting blankets, canning, reupholstering furniture,and collecting antiques. She owned a small restaurant in Queen City Tx earlier in life. She lovedher family and her...
Kashton Amir Wilson
Mar 21, 2024
Kashton Wilson, born on April 29, 2022, peacefully departed from this world on March 21, 2024. Kashton leaves behind a large and loving family who mourn his loss deeply. He is survived by his mother, Alexandria Logan, and his father, Kevonta Wilson.Kashton is remembered with love by his grandmothers: Lisa Neal of Dallas, Texas; Diane Neal of Texarkana, Texas; and Karie...
Ralph "Luke" Lucas
Mar 21, 2024
Ralph "Luke" Lucas, born on October 3, 1967, in Houston, TX, passed away on March 21, 2024. He was a dedicated truck driver who traversed life's highways with unwavering determination.He is preceded in death by his cherished wife, Kim Lucas, his beloved mother Mary Alice Merritt Lucas, his father Sidney John Lucas, son Brice Lucas, and brother Joseph Lucas.Ralph leaves...
William Michael Carter
Mar 13, 2024
William Michael Carter, 71, of Texarkana, AR, passed away on Wednesday, March 13th, 2024, at his home. He was born on July 29th, 1952, in Texarkana to the late Harold and Rosa Dale Carter. He enjoyed collecting everything, working on building and painting projects, and nurturing his yard by constantly planting new things.
Mr. Carter is preceded in death by his...
ANGELA BUCHANAN ROSS
Mar 9, 2024
Angela Buchanan Ross (Root), born on May 28, 1968, in Texarkana, TX, passed away on March 9, 2024, in Texarkana, AR. She was the daughter of the late Joyce Wade Merchant and Jimmy Root. Angela is survived by her husband of 3 years, Scott Ross, her father Jimmy Root. Angela was a loving mother to her children, Cameron Buchanan, Keaton Sams, Shayley...
Donna Rae "Nana" Jenkins
Mar 7, 2024
Donna Rae Jenkins, aged 66, of Texarkana, TX, passed away on March 7, 2024, surrounded by her loved ones. She is survived by her loving partner of 30 years, Renee Smith, of Texarkana, TX.
Donna is preceded in death by her parents, three brothers, and many other cherished relatives. She leaves behind her greatest achievements: her daughter and son-in-law, Melissa and Clint...
Melinda Ann Armstrong
Mar 6, 2024
Melinda "Linda" Ann Armstrong, 81, of Texarkana Arkansas, died Wednesday, March 6, 2024 at her home. Linda was born October 5, 1942 in Texarkana Arkansas to Pershing and Helen Waddell. Survivors include her daughters, Alisia Graf (and the late Carl Graf), Amber Buchanan and her husband Jesse, one son. Keith Armstrong, all from Texarkana; She had numerous grandchildren: Ashley and Todd...
Samuel Edward Peterson
Mar 5, 2024
Sam Peterson passed away peacefully in his sleep after a brief illness on March 5, 2024. Sam was born December 6, 1947 to Corbett and Gladys Peterson in Texarkana, AR. Sam was a man of many words! His unforgettable voice and contagious laugh will be missed by so many.
Sam's greatest joy was being a daddy to Sam Jr. He shared...
Kim Crane
Mar 2, 2024
Kim Crane died on March 2, 2024 in Texarkana, AR after his 69th birthday on March 1st. He had previously retired from a career in the printing industry.A 1973 graduate of Muleshoe Texas High School, he is survived by his sisters Janie Burchfield, of Hurst ,TX, Cindy Dale of Mt. Vernon, TX, and Terri Hahn of Bastrop, TX, numerous...
Kelly Leann Smith
Mar 2, 2024
Kelly Leann Smith, aged 64, hailing from Texarkana, TX, peacefully departed on Saturday, March 2nd, 2024. Born on July 18, 1959, in McKinney, TX, to Tommy Jo McFarland and Jean Stephens, Kelly was preceded in death by her parents and her brother, Tommy Jo McFarland Jr. She leaves behind her sisters, Perri Dawson of Texarkana, TX, Shannon Jones of Turner...
Peggie White
Mar 2, 2024
Peggie, aged 82, peacefully departed on the morning of Saturday, March 2, 2024, embraced by the love of her family. She was born on January 24, 1942, to George and Quinnie Ross. Peggie spent many years as a dedicated waitress, cherishing travel, dance, and spontaneity throughout her life. A devout Christian, she found great joy in the company of her...
Billy Kent Boatner
Mar 1, 2024
Billy Kent Boatner, a beloved husband, father, teacher, and coach, passed away on March 1, 2024, in Texarkana, Texas, at the age of 84. Born on August 10, 1939, in Arcadia, Louisiana, Billy was the cherished son of William and Lizzettie Boatner. He was preceded in death by his parents, his in-laws Wamos and Veva Alderson, and his son-in-law David...
Jimmy Primm
Feb 26, 2024
Jimmy Fred Primm, 76, of Texarkana, Arkansas died suddenly on February 26, 2024.Jimmy was born September 22, 1947 in ElDorado, Arkansas and graduated from Arkansas High School, and received a degree in business from Columbia College. He was retired from the United States Marine Corps in 1997 as Sergeant Major. He spent a good portion of his career with the Marine...
Joe Neal Oliver
Feb 26, 2024
Joe Neal Oliver, born April 9th 1944, departed peacefully from this world on February 26, 2024, at age 79. He was preceded in death by his father, Lawrence Roy Oliver, and mother Rudene Davie. Joe will be remembered as a man who loved to work, loved life, and loved his family. If you ever had the pleasure of dining...
Michael Evan Engberg
Feb 25, 2024
Michael Evan Engberg, age 41, of Nash, Texas died Sunday February 25, 2024 due to a single
vehicle accident. Michael Evan was born August 12, 1982 to Michael Edward Engberg and Earlene
Engberg (Crowell) in SLC, UT. Michael Evan intensely loved our glorious mother earth. He was constantly amazed by the exquisite intricacies of plants, insects, animals-especially dogs and people. Michael Evan...
Eduardo ‘Eddie’ Mendez
Feb 23, 2024
Eddie Mendez who left us on February 23rd, 2024 was a devoted husband, father, brother, cousin and friend. He was born on September 28th, 1983, lived a life full of love, grit and determination, and will be profoundly missed by his dear ones.He is survived by his loving wife, Brandi Mendez. Their love story was the stuff of fairy tales....
Merlyn Sue Page
Feb 19, 2024
Merlyn Sue Page, born on September 10, 1940, gracefully departed from this world on February 19, 2024. She was a talented seamstress who dedicated over 10 years of her life to Dillard's.
Merlyn was preceded in death by her parents, Earnest (Red) and Dorothy Walraven, her beloved spouse, Jerry Page, son, Keith Page, and her brothers, Ronnie Walraven and Lloyd Walraven,...
Thomas Jesse Daffern
Feb 17, 2024
Thomas Jesse Daffern, 85, passed away on Feb 17, 2024. Preceded in death by parents Johnny and Stella, sister Winnie, and stepson Jerry. Survived by brothers James, Marshall, Bart; children Lizabeth, Mary; stepchildren Ronald, Elizabeth, Susan; 12 grandkids, 12 great-grandkids, and 7 nieces/nephews. He'll be deeply missed.
