Obituaries

Jan 14, 2024

In Loving Memory of James "Jimmy" Kendric Payne, born March 23, 1948, passed on January 14, 2024, held close by his wife Susie. Jimmy's life journey unfolded across the world's landscapes, from Alabama and Texas to anywhere his military commitments would lead him, leaving a mark on the hearts of those he cherished.

A proud veteran of...

Jan 11, 2024

Debbie Freeman, 73, of Jasper passed away on Thursday, January 11, 2024 after a long hard-fought battle with cancer at Harbor Hospice in Jasper. A Celebration of Life Service will be held at a later date.

Debbie was born on May 18, 1950 in Oakland, California. She grew up in Oak Cliff and graduated high school from...

Jan 10, 2024

Evelyn Earlene (Albright) Dry, of Jasper, Texas went to be with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on January 10, 2024, surrounded by her loving family. The family will receive visitors from 4-6 pm, Saturday, January 13, 2024, at Shultz Funeral Home in Jasper. The burial will be 11 a.m. Sunday, January 14, 2024, at Holly Grove Cemetery in...

Jan 8, 2024

Cindy Lou VanDevender, 50, of Buna passed away peacefully on Monday, January 8, 2024 with her family. A Celebration of Life Service will be held on Saturday, January 13, 2024 at 2:00 p.m. at the Jasper County Cowboy Church with interment to follow at Hancock Cemetery in the Peachtree Community. The family will greet friends on Saturday from 1:00...

Jan 4, 2024

Elaine Stallings, 69, of Jasper passed away on Friday, January 4, 2024. A Celebration of Life Service will be held on Tuesday, January 9, 2024 at 5:00 p.m. at Shultz Funeral Home in Jasper. The family will greet friends from 4:00 p.m. until 5:00 p.m.

Elaine Karen Stallings was born on September 3, 1954 in Galveston, Texas...

Dec 24, 2023

Clinton L. Henley, 87, of Jasper passed away on Sunday, December 24, 2023 in Beaumont at Baptist Hospital. A Celebration of Life Service will be held at 10:30 a.m. Thursday, December 28, 2023 at Evergreen Cemetery in Jasper. A reception will be held immediately following the service at the Jasper Church of Christ Family Center.

Clint was...

Dec 23, 2023

Dee Robertson, 62, of Jasper passed away on Saturday, December 23, 2023 in Jasper. Dee was born on September 6, 1961 in Woodville, Texas to Harold and Sandra McCallie. A life-long resident of Jasper, she was a member of Ebenezer Baptist Church and worked as a caregiver. She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, and sister. She is survived...

Dec 17, 2023

Jeanette Klinoff 1933-2023

It is with deepest regret the family would like to announce the passing of their mother, Jeanette Klinoff on  December 17, 2023 at 3:45 am. She is preceded in death by her husband Roger Klinoff in 2012 as well as three sisters and one brother.

Jeanette is survived by her children Carol...

Dec 11, 2023

Jimmie Dell Billiot, 61, of Jasper passed away on Monday, December 11, 2023. A Celebration of Life Service will be held on Saturday, December 16, 2023 at 2:00 p.m. at Shultz Funeral Home in Jasper. The family will greet friends on Saturday from 1:00 p.m. until 2:00 p.m. at the funeral home. A private interment was held at the...

Dec 10, 2023

Charlotte Chevalier, 79, of Newton, Texas passed away on Sunday, December 10, 2023 at Christus St. Elizabeth Hospital in Beaumont, Texas. Charlotte was born on August 9, 1944 in Duncan, Oklahoma to Robert E. Williams and Wanda Mae Phillips. She was a resident of Newton since 1982 and worked as a nurse until her retirement. She is survived by...

Nov 23, 2023

Pastor Blake W Nesbit, 58, of Jasper passed away on Thursday, November 23, 2023 in Jasper. A Celebration of Life service will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Monday, December 4, 2023 at Shultz Funeral Home in Jasper with Bro. Wes Wright officiating.

Blake was born on May 8, 1965 in Houston, Texas to Winston and Elizabeth...

Oct 25, 2023

Jimmy Rogers, of Kirbyville, passed away on October 25, 2023, in Houston, Texas. A Celebration of Life will be held on Wednesday, November 1, 2023, at 10:00 a.m. at Shultz Funeral Home in Jasper, Texas with interment to follow at Sand Ridge Cemetery in Newton. The family will greet friends on Tuesday from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at...

Oct 23, 2023

Kenny Williams Jr. 62, of Brookeland passed  away on Monday, October 23, 2023 peacefully at his home. A Celebration of Life reception will be from 6:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m.  on Thursday, October 26, 2023 at Shultz Funeral Home with remarks by Bro. Mike Neel at 7:00 p.m.

Kenny was born in Fort Hood on August 8,...

Oct 9, 2023

Kelly Lynn Fitch, of Jasper, passed away on October 9, 2023, in Jasper, Texas. A Celebration of Life will be held, on Thursday, October 12, 2023, at 11:00 a.m. at Hillcrest Baptist Church, Jasper, Texas. A meal will be provided after the service.

Kelly was born on August 30, 1962, in Honolulu, Hawaii to William Fitch and...

Sep 25, 2023

Julie Fountain, 64, of Jasper passed away on Monday, September 25, 2023. A Celebration of Life will be held on Thursday, September 28, 2023 at 2:00 p.m. at Shultz Funeral Home in Jasper with interment to follow at Hancock Cemetery. The family will greet friends on Wednesday, September 27, 2023 from 4:00 p.m. until 6:00 p.m. at the funeral...

Sep 10, 2023

Doug “PaPa Doug” Baggett, 88, of Jasper, passed away on Sunday, September 10, 2023, in Lufkin, Texas. A Celebration of Life Service will be held on Saturday, September 16, 2023, at 11:00 a.m. at Shultz Funeral Home in Jasper. The family will greet friends on Saturday from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. at the Funeral Home.

Douglas...

Sep 10, 2023

Jacqueline Rice Youngblood, 83, passed away on Sunday, September 10, 2023. A Celebration of Life Service will be held on Wednesday, September 13, 2023, at 1:00 p.m. at Runnels Cemetery in Broaddus, Texas. The family will greet friends on Tuesday, September 12, 2023, from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. at Shultz Funeral Home.

Jacqueline Rice Youngblood was...

Sep 6, 2023

Arthur Frank Woods, 69, of Woodville, passed away September 6, 2023, in Woodville, Texas. A Celebration of Life gathering will be held on Saturday, October 7, 2023, at 1:00 p.m. at the Nedville Missionary Baptist Church, 186 County Road 129, Jasper, Texas.

Arthur Woods was born on April 9, 1954, in Newton, Texas, to George and Geraldine...

Sep 3, 2023

Ruby Lois Jones, 85, of Huntsville, passed away on Sunday, September 3, 2023, in Huntsville. A Celebration of Life Service will be held on Friday, September 8, 2023, at 5:00 p.m. at Shultz Funeral Home in Jasper. The family will greet friends on Friday from 4:00 p.m. until 5:00 p.m. An interment service will be held on Saturday, September...

Aug 27, 2023

John B. Soileau, 80, of Brookeland, passed away on August 27, 2023, in Jasper, Texas. A gathering will be held on Friday, September 1, 2023, from 4:00 to 6:00 p.m. at Shultz Funeral Home. A private service will be held graveside for the family on Saturday, September 2, 2023.

John Berry Soileau was born on June 26,...