Patiance Rayne Kincaid

  Patiance Rayne Kincaid, 16, of Bon Wier, Texas passed away June 15, 2026 in Shankleville, Texas. She was born July 23, 2009 to William Kretzer and Dorothy Diane Kincaid.

She was a student at Newton High School. 

Patiance was preceded in death by her father; grandmother, Mary Curry; great grandmother, Anne Mae Vosti; and great grandfather, Glenn Stouffer Sr.

She is survived by sisters, Monica Kretzer, Shannon Kincaid, Summer Stouffer, Nevaeh Sawyer, Abigail Kincaid, and Leandra Kretzer; one niece, Journey Youngblood; a nephew, Tyler Clifton, numerous aunts, uncles, cousins, friends and family. 

Patiance will be remembered and missed by all who knew and loved her.  

A memorial service will be 3:00pm  Saturday June 20, 2026.

In Loving Memory of Patsy Whitmire
 

Patsy Whitmire, 81 went home to be with her Lord and Savior on June 17, 2026. She was born on May 2, 1945, to Eunice and Charlie Thompson and she was the youngest of nine children.
 

Patsy was a devoted Christian whose faith in God was the foundation of her life. She lived each day with kindness, grace, and a servant’s heart, finding joy in caring for her family and sharing God’s love with those around her. Her greatest purpose was being a wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, and she poured her heart into each of those roles.
 

She graduated Deweyville High school, where she was raised before meeting the love of her life, Bill Whitmire. The two shared 49 wonderful years of marriage, building a life rooted in love, faith, and unwavering devotion. Together they made their home in Vidor, Texas, where they raised their family and created countless cherished memories. As a homemaker, Patsy created a home filled with warmth, laughter, and unconditional love.
 

Patsy found happiness in life’s simple pleasures. She loved shopping, but nothing brought her more joy than spending time with her family, especially her beloved grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She treasured every gathering, every conversation, and every opportunity to make those she loved feel special. Her gentle spirit, warm smile, and steadfast love will forever remain in the hearts of those who knew her.
 

She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Bill Whitmire, and her firstborn son, Baby Whitmire.
 

She leaves behind a loving family who will continue to honor her legacy: her daughter and son-in-law, Celina and Ray Satterwhite of Newton, Texas; her daughter, Debbie Burns of Vidor, Texas; her brothers, Gene Thompson of Deweyville and wife Beverly, and Jack Thompson of Shreveport and wife Glema;   her grandchildren, Wayne Burns of Vidor, Texas; Josie and Cody Lambright of Splendora, Texas; Katie and Chris Riddick of Vidor, Texas; James and Ashley Burns of Vidor, Texas; and Jamie and Darby Aull of Vidor, Texas along with numerous treasured great-grandchildren who were the light of her life.
 

Though our hearts are heavy with sorrow, we find peace in knowing that our Momma/Nanna is now reunited with our Dad/PawPaw and is resting in the presence of her Savior. Her life was a beautiful testimony of faith, love, and family. She will be deeply missed, forever loved, and never forgotten.
 

“Well done, good and faithful servant… Enter into the joy of your Lord.” — Matthew 25:23

A grave side service  will be 10:00 am Saturday  June 20, 2026 at Restlawn Memorial Park in Vidor, Texas.

  Sadie Laird passed away June 15, 2026 in Port Arthur, Texas. Sadie was born October 11, 1935 in Kaplan, Louisiana to Joseph and Hazel Stelly Trahan.

Sadie worked for Honeywell for many years as a utility worker.

She is preceded in death by her parents, and a son Tony Plant. 

Sadie is survived by her son Clifford Carruthers of Orange, Texas. 

She will be missed by all who knew and loved her. 

  William Randall “Randy” Ketchum 68, of Newton passed away June 07, 2026, at Harbor Hospice in Jasper Texas. 

Randy was born September 04, 1957 in Amarillo, Texas to Sanford Glen and Mary Lou Gaither Ketchum. 

He was a retired truck driver.

Randy loved to fish and hunt but his favorite pass time was spending time with his family and most of all his grandchildren. 

He is preceded in death by his parents, and a brother, Ronald Glen Ketchum.

Randy is survived by son, Adam Ketchum and wife Cindy of Newton, Tx; daughter, Lisa Leal and husband Frank of Sherman, Tx; sisters, Evelyn Kingston, of Dennison, Tx, Mary Lynn Russell and husband Joe of Weatherford, Tx; grandchildren, Makayla Taylor and Justin, Jordan Griffin and Seth Stephens, Jhase Griffin, Leanne Gibson, Christian Leal, and Aaron Leal; great grandchildren, Wynston Griffin, Parker Stephens, Aspen Taylor, Rae Taylor, and Alex Taylor.

Randy will be remembered and missed by all who knew and loved him. 

A celebration of life service will be held at a later date. 

Robert Hugh Sutton, known to everyone as "Hugh Bob", passed away on May 30,2026, in Houston, Texas, at the age of 80, after a courageous battle with cancer. Born on January 14, 1946, in Mayflower, Texas, to Robert Benton Sutton and Janie Odell Sutton. Hugh grew up with a love for the land, a gift for storytelling, and a work ethic that defined his entire life. Hugh was a dedicated family man, a loyal friend, and someone who never met a stranger. He married the love of his life, Gloria Sue Sutton, and together they built a beautiful partnership that spanned 53 years with 4 children, 10 grandchildren and 11 great- grandchildren. Anyone who knew Hugh knew he loved to tell a good story, and he had plenty of them to share after a life lived so fully. 

Hugh spent an incredible 51 years working as co-owner of Stubbs Harley Davidson and Stubbs Cycles, a testament to his dedication and the deep relationships he built throughout his career. Beyond work, his passion for community ran deep. He served as a Director at the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo for many years, and he and Sue were enormously proud of a legacy that meant the world to them; helping send 24 young students to college through the Rodeo's scholarship program. That commitment to the next generation spoke volumes about who Hugh was at his core. 

When he wasn't working or giving back, you could find Hugh doing what he loved most, hunting and fishing. The outdoors brought him peace, adventure, and no shortage of material for those famous stories of his. 

Hugh was preceded in death by his parents, Robert Benton Sutton and Janie Odell Sutton, and his brother, Ray Benton Sutton. He is survived by his beloved wife, Gloria Sue Sutton; his children, Sarah Elizabeth Barbabosa and husband Juan de Dios Barbabosa, Jerry Michael Sutton and wife Jill Marie Sutton, Robert Stephonson Sutton (Bud), and Traci Jean Sutton; his grandchildren, Juan Bryce Barbabosa, Benton Salvador Barbabosa and wife Valeria Barbabosa, Jerry Tyler Sutton, Justin Tanner Sutton and wife Bethany Sutton, Jonathan Trey Sutton, Tarryn Elizabeth Davis and husband Kenny Davis, Robert Colton Sutton and wife Haley Sutton, Hunter Alexander Fitzpatrick, Kathryn Jean Fitzpatrick, and Sabrina Ann Fitzpatrick; and his great-grandchildren, Renata Sophia Barbabosa, Madison Claire Doraty, Aubrey Faith Sutton, River Lane Davis, Kohen Earl Davis, Sage Tatum Sutton, Drue Parker Sutton, Sutton James Davis, Conley Teal Davis, Kinley Jean Hines, and Kollyns Sue Fitzpatrick (lovingly known as "Tooter"). 

Hugh now rests in the arms of his Lord and Savior. A wake and celebration of life will be announced at a later time. The family would like to thank everyone for their thoughts and prayers. 

 Visitation will be at Smith Funeral Home on Saturday, June 6, 2026 from 5:00 pm until 8:00 pm with a burial to be on Sunday, June 7, 2026 at 11:00 am at Mitchell Cemetery in the Mayflower Community in Newton County north of Burkeville. 

  January 7, 1967 - May 1, 2024 

A graveside/ memorial service will be 3pm Saturday May 30, 2026 at Grigg Cemetery in Newton County Texas.

Alison King Froneberger passed away May 1st, 2024 after a hard-fought battle with breast cancer. Alison was full of joy, laughter and love. Just talking with Alison would brighten our lives. She never failed to bring giggles into the conversation and was always full of enthusiasm for life. Alison enjoyed art and writing. She also loved to spend time with her sons. She graduated from Vanguard College Preparatory School in 1985. She earned her Bachelors of Education from Texas A&M University in 1990 and a Masters of Science in Computer Education from North Texas University in 1993. She taught in multiple school districts including Port Arthur ISD, Jacksonville ISD and China Spring ISD. She also worked for a few years at 

Region 8 Educational Service Center in North East Texas. Alison married J. Douglas Froneberger July 26, 1996 and made their first home as a family in Sulphur Springs Texas. In May of 1999, Alison and Doug traveled to Russia to adopt two young boys, Alexander and Michael, who brought more love and happiness to their world. Alison lived and struggled through breast cancer for nearly 15 years. She rarely complained about the pain and fought with fierce strength to be with her family as long as possible. She was loved and will be in our hearts forever. Alison was preceded in death by her husband J. Douglas Froneberger. She is survived by her sons: Alexander and Michael Froneberger, her parents: Dr. Ronald and LaJuan King, her sister, Shannon Field, multiple nieces and nephews and many close friends. 

A graveside/ memorial service will be 3pm Saturday May 30, 2026 at Grigg Cemetery in Newton County Texas.