Obituaries | Wood County Monitor

Joyce Ann Guice 1951 – 2025

Joyce Ann (Barnett) Guice passed away peacefully on Christmas Eve, December 24, going home to celebrate with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. She was preceded in death by her parents, Arnold … more

1/22/26 10:15 AM

Joyce Galyean Campbell 1937 – 2026

Joyce’s parents Cordes L. Galyean and Roberta Bullock were married June 16, 1935. Joyce was the first of three daughters born to the couple. She was born in Alba on Aug. 7, … more

1/22/26 10:15 AM

William “Bill” Warren Ware 1941 - 2025

William “Bill” Warren Ware, 84, of Mineola passed away on Dec. 30 in Winnsboro. He was born on October 18, 1941, in Cuthbert, Ga., to Roy Ware and Ruby Lucille (Crawford) Ware. Bill proudly … more

1/22/26 10:15 AM

Sharon Eaton passed away peacefully at home in Mineola on Jan. 11, 2026 surrounded by family and friends. Sharon grew up in Fort Worth and graduated from Castleberry HighSchool Class of 1965 and … more

1/22/26 10:15 AM

Jimmie “Jim” Wisdom 1939-2025; Virginia “Jenny” Wisdom 1943-2025

Jimmie “Jim” Wisdom passed away at his home in Pine Mills on Dec. 27, 2026. Born Sept. 14, 1939 in Farmersville, Jim was raised in Farmersville and the Wylie area, then joined the … more

1/22/26 10:15 AM

Janice Marie Wisner

Janice Marie Wisner, 83, of Mineola, passed away on Wednesday, Nov. 19. She is survived by her daughter, Teresa Sullivan Powell (Roger), and two brothers, Dr. Terry L. Leap and R. William Leap … more

1/22/26 10:15 AM

Earnie Copeland 1950-2025

Earnie Copeland, 75, of Hawkins passed away on Sunday, Nov. 2, 2025 at his home. Mr. Copeland was born on June 29, 1950 in Midland to Austin Earnie Copeland and Velma (Blondie) Lucille O’Neal … more

1/15/26 11:02 AM

Joe Neal Haggerton 1938-2026

Joe Neal Haggerton entered this world on Oct. 31, 1938, and departed for heaven on Jan. 5 at age 87. He was one of ten children born to … more

1/15/26 11:02 AM

Norma Jean Canaday Beech 1941-2026

Norma Jean Canaday Beech, 84, of Quitman passed away peacefully in her home and ascended into her heavenly home on Jan. 7, 2026. Norma was born in Sulphur Springs to Imogene and Curtis Canaday … more

1/15/26 11:02 AM

Sofia (Sophie) Sauseda Brickey 1933-2026

Sofia (Sophie) Sauseda Brickey, 92, a devoted mother and pillar of her faith community, peacefully passed away on Tuesday, Jan. 6, 2026 in Lamesa surrounded by her loving family. She was born in … more

1/15/26 11:02 AM

Marvin Wayne “Cowboy” Fletcher 1938-2025

Marvin Wayne “Cowboy” Fletcher 1938-2025 Marvin Wayne “Cowboy” Fletcher, 87, of Alba passed away on Dec. 20, 2025. He was born June 29, 1938 in Wood County to Hallie-Byrd … more

1/8/26 10:31 AM

Terry Mac Cummons 1954-2025

Terry Mac Cummons of Quitman passed away after a life well lived – one that left a lasting impression on all who knew him. Terry was born in Dallas County. He was known for his outgoing spirit, … more

12/25/25 11:24 AM

Rose Marie Savage Valek 1932-2025

Rose Marie Savage Valek was born Dec. 28, 1932 in Wood County to Fred and Mary Stedry. She stepped into eternity on Dec. 14, 2025 surrounded by family. Rose married John William Savage on July 20, … more

12/25/25 11:23 AM

Billie Faye Henderson 1947-2025

Billie Faye Henderson, 78, of Quitman, passed away peacefully at Hospice of East Texas on Dec. 3, 2025. Billie was born on Nov. 4, 1947 in Norman, Okla. to Lenzie Thomas Carlile and Ina Belle Yandall … more

12/11/25 10:36 AM

Clifford Lee Ogg 1954-2025

Clifford Lee Ogg, 70, of Quitman passed away on Nov. 29, 2025, in Tyler. He was born Dec. 29, 1954 in Lexington, Neb. to Bert Eugene Ogg and Lee Anna (Smith) Ogg. After graduating high school, … more

12/11/25 10:36 AM

Richard (Rick) Allen Clarke, Jr. 1961-2025

Richard (Rick) Allen Clarke, Jr. passed away at 64 years old on Dec. 2, 2025 at his home in Mineola, where he lived for 36 years. Memorial service will be held on Saturday, Dec. 13, 2025 … more

12/11/25 10:36 AM

Betty Skinner Savage 1961-2025

Betty Skinner Savage, 86, of Mineola passed away on Dec. 4, 2025. Betty was a lifelong resident of Mineola and deeply rooted in the community she loved. She was born to Harvey and Velma Skinner … more

12/11/25 10:35 AM

Janice Jo Janes Batchelder 1938-2025

Memorial services for Janice Jo Janes Batchelder, 86, of Mineola are scheduled for 2 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 13, 2025 at Wilson-Bartley Funeral Home, Alba, with Bro. Brad Hindman officiating. Mrs. … more

12/11/25 10:34 AM

Michael Ray Hill

Michael Ray Hill (Mike), 54, passed away peacefully at home on Nov. 7, 2025 after a long battle with cancer. He is survived by his children, Chrissy Hill, Daniel Hill and Raina Hill; mother, … more

12/4/25 08:27 AM

Michael Arthur Sears 1942-2025

Michael Arthur Sears was born Aug. 13, 1942 in Dallas and passed away on Sept. 15, 2025 in Quitman at 83 years of age. Mike attended local elementary schools before attending Jesuit High … more

12/4/25 08:26 AM