Obituaries | Wood County Monitor

Bonita Louise Howell 1944-2026

Bonita Louise Howell, 81, of Mineola, passed away peacefully on March 26, 2026. She was born on May 17, 1944, in Denton to Jimmie and Tom Robinson. Bonita spent her early years in Denton before … more

4/9/26 11:13 AM

Don L. Hollis 1952-2026

A graveside service for Don L. Hollis, 74 of Lindale, was held at 2 p.m. Thursday, April 2, 2026 at Pilgrim Rest #2 Cemetery in Alba, with Gary Johnstone officiating. Don passed away on … more

4/9/26 11:12 AM

Paul Daniel Bailey Jr. 1940-2026

Paul Daniel Bailey Jr., 86, of Hainesville passed away on March 25, 2026, in Quitman. He was born on Jan. 12, 1940 in the Clover Hill community to Paul D. Bailey Sr. and Bennie Lou (Willingham) … more

4/2/26 10:22 AM

Laura Ann Hardin 1941-2026

Laura Ann Hardin of Quitman walked into the arms of Jesus on Saturday, March 14, 2026 at age 84. Laura was born on April 24, 1941 in Woodward, Iowa. She spent her early years attending school in … more

4/2/26 10:20 AM

Joshua “Hoagie” Russell Taylor 1977-2026

Joshua Russell Taylor, 48, of Prague, Okla. passed away peacefully in his sleep on Monday, March 16. Born on April 8, 1977, Josh was the cherished baby brother of the Taylor family. He grew up in … more

3/26/26 10:15 AM

James R. “Jim” Nicholson 1938-2026

James R. “Jim” Nicholson, 87, of Mineola passed away on March 4, 2026. He was born on July 3, 1938 to J.T. and Katherine Nicholson in Lexington, Ky., where he was raised and spent his early … more

3/26/26 10:13 AM

Charles Edward Fry Jr. 1941-2026

Charles Edward Fry Jr., 84, of Mineola, passed away on March 18, 2026. He was born July 30, 1941 in Kansas City to Charles Sr. and Nellie Fry and grew up working alongside his brothers, Dewey and … more

3/26/26 10:11 AM

Pansy Ruth Clopton 1943-2026

With deep love and reverence, the family of Pansy Ruth Clopton shares that she entered into the presence of her Lord and Savior on March 22, 2026 at age 82. While her passing leaves a profound void … more

3/26/26 10:10 AM

James Robert “Bob” Clopton 1938-2026

With abiding faith and the comfort of God’s grace, the family of James Robert “Bob” Clopton, 87, announces his passing after an extended illness on March 20, 2026. Though he will be deeply … more

3/26/26 10:08 AM

Morris W. “Bill” Asbill, Jr. 1938-2026

Morris W. “Bill” Asbill, Jr., 87, a cherished husband, father, grandfather,and great-grandfather, passed away peacefully on March 3 in La Grange. He was born on March 21, 1938 in Dallas, son of … more

3/19/26 10:16 AM

Carmen Renee Chrietzberg Singletary 1976-2026

Carmen Renee Chrietzberg Singletary, 49, of Mineola, passed away on March 12. Carmen was born on Sept. 27, 1976 to Cary and Elaine Crietzberg. She was baptized at New Hope Baptist Church … more

3/19/26 10:16 AM

Brenda Jean Jurgens 1959-2026

way on Feb. 25, 2026 at Walnut Ridge Care Center in Clive, Iowa with family by her side. Brenda was born on June 21, 1959 to Ronald and Iva Jurgens in Cylinder, Iowa. She attended elementary … more

3/19/26 10:15 AM

Susan Hooks Cole 1941-2026

Susan Hooks Cole, 84, of Quitman passed away on Feb. 25, 2026 in Tyler. She was born on July 24, 1941 in Prescott, Ark. to Johnny and Gladys Hooks. Susan earned her bachelor’s degree and … more

3/12/26 10:13 AM

Dorothy L. Turner Wright 1936-2026

Dorothy L. Turner Wright went to be with the Lord on March 3, 2026 after complications from a short illness. She was born on Feb. 28, 1936 in Hawkins to Clifton and Lona Turner. She was raised in the … more

3/12/26 10:13 AM

Jerry Scott Adair 1964-2026

Services for Jerry Scott Adair, 61, of Alba were held at 11 a.m. Tuesday, March 3, 2026 at Lake Fork Baptist Church, with Pastor Zach Tunnell officiating. Interment followed in Salem Cemetery. … more

3/5/26 10:03 AM

Bobby Jack Phipps 1940-2026

Bobby Jack Phipps of North Richland Hills; formerly of Quitman; Portageville Miss.; Woodland, Calif.; Peoria, Ariz.; Idalou; Shafter, Calif.; Bryan; and Plainview passed away on Tuesday, Feb. 10, … more

2/26/26 09:47 AM

Karen Elizabeth Bauer 1953-2026

Karen Elizabeth Bauer passed away at age 72 in her home in Mineola on Feb. 10, 2026, after a courageous battle with pancreatic cancer. Karen was born on July 21, 1953 in Dallas, the … more

2/26/26 09:46 AM

Janice Marie Wisner 1941-2025

Janice Marie Wisner, 83, of Mineola, passed away on Wednesday, Nov. 19. Janice was an avid civic volunteer. Her family invites her friends to join them for a celebration of life luncheon that … more

2/26/26 09:45 AM

Joshua Caleb Crain

Joshua Caleb Crain Joshua Caleb Crain, 23, of Grand Saline, Texas, passed away after a courageous battle with a rare brain tumor. Joshua faced significant health challenges beginning at age 14 … more

2/19/26 11:08 AM

Dorothy Sue “Dottie” Kizer 1934-2026

Dorothy Sue “Dottie” Kizer 1934-2026 Dorothy Sue “Dottie” Kizer, 91, of Mineola passed away peacefully on Saturday, Jan. 31. Dottie was born on Dec. 8, 1934, in Fort Worth, and … more

2/5/26 10:18 AM