Obituaries

David Glen (Deacon) Smiley was born October 14, 1939 to Fred and Lottie Smiley. He went home to be with Jesus on May 30, 2016 at 12:47 p.m. He was preceded in death by his parents Fred Ander and Lottie Mae Smiley, his brothers, Lavelle and L.V. Smiley and several other family members. He was also preceded in death by the love of his life, Gloria Jean. Glen or Deacon as most people knew him is survived by 2 brothers, Alvin and wife Mary Bob Smiley of Shreveport; Wilburn Smiley of Dodson, 2 sisters, Vera Grishom of Winnfield and Thera Lee Durbin of Jonesboro; 2 sons, Carl and wife Betty of Florida and David; 4 daughters, Glenda and husband Michael, Kayla and Paul, Katrenia, Cristy, all of Washington. Glen was blessed with 13 grandchildren and 1 great-grandchild. Glen (Deacon) enjoyed his family and friends in Washington and Louisiana by visiting often. Everyone enjoyed his visits, his smiles and his outlook on life. Services were held June 10, 2016 at 3 p.m.

Mr. John Wesley Simons, age 47 of Winnfield, Louisiana passed away on Thursday, June 2, 2016. Born Tuesday, February 25, 1969 in Winnfield, Louisiana, he was preceded in death by his mother, Bertha McLaughlin Simons, and sister, Mary Lang. Those left to cherish his memory include his father, Wesley N. Simons, Sikes, LA; son, Lucas Ray Simons, Sikes, LA; sisters Karen Tolar, Zachary, LA, Frankie Sue Crotwell, Sikes, LA, and Brittany Perritt; and step-mother, Betty Simons, Sikes, LA. Funeral services were held at 10:00 AM on Thursday, June 9, 2016 at Hart Assembly Of God with Rev. Danny Green officiating. Interment followed in Hart Cemetery, in Sikes. Online condolences may be made to the family at www.southernfuneralhome.com.

David “Pop” McGilvray, 61 years old, passed away June 7, 2016 at Rapides Regional. He suffered from Aplastic Anemia since 2002. He is remembered as a true fighter, hero, and unquestionable father and grandfather. David is joined in passing by his father Fred Sterling McGilvray Sr. of Texas, and Daughter Danita McGilvray Black of Texas. He is cherished in memory by his wife Sandy of Verda, LA, daughter Kim Nation and husband John of Verda, LA, son Emeterio Daniel Flores of Ruston, LA, mother and stepfather Neva and Les Darling of Springtown, TX, brothers Fred McGilvray and Jeff McGilvray and sister Angela McGilvray Everitt of Texas, 9 grandchildren: Benika, David, Jonathan Friis, Dyllon Spencer, Myndi, Robbie, Ashley, Michailah, and John-Michael Nation, and three great grandchildren. He taught us to never stop fighting until our last breath. We love you Pop. Funeral services will be held Wednesday, June 15, 2016 at 10 a.m.

Judge Eroy ‘Roy’ Jones entered his eternal rest on Friday June 10, 2016 at the age of 86. He was born on March 18, 1930 to William Samuel “Judge” Jones and Martha Hancock Jones. Judge, J.E., Roy, Dad, Pa Paw And Pa Paw Great were a few of his many names used by his beloved blended family, extended family and friends. He was a devoted, dedicated and faithful member of Pleasant Hill Baptist Church where he served as R.A. Leader, Sunday School Teacher, Deacon, Church Treasurer and in whatever capacity where there was a need, he served two years in the United States Army during the Korean Conflict. He was recognized as FFA Honorary Chapter Farmer at junior and senior high schools for meritorious support for Vocational Agriculture. A member of the Grand Lodge Of The State Of Louisiana, he served as Grand Master and recieved a 50 Year Membership Certificate IN 2005. He has served as Justice Of Peace for Ward 12, Winn Parish from 1991 to date recieving a 20 Year Service Award IN 2011.

Mr. Jimmy Felton Holleman, age 85 of Dayton, Texas, formerly of Winnfield, passed away on Wednesday, June 8, 2016. Born Thursday, February 26, 1931 in Winnfield, Louisiana, he was a US Airforce veteran of the Korean conflict, a member of New Life Church of Kenefick, TX and was an aviation mechanic and later, a supervisor for the city of Pasedena, TX. Mr. Holleman was preceded in death by his Parents, Clarence Redell and Iner Haddox Holleman; Sister, Zora Lee Millspaugh; Brother, Redell “Sonny Boy” Holleman. Those left to cherish his memory include his Wife of 56 years, Betty Latham Holleman, Son, Larry Felton Holleman and wife Karen, Grandsons, Keiland and Quentin Holleman all of Dayton, TX; Sister, Jean Gaar of Natchitoches as well as numerous nieces and nephews. Graveside funeral services were held at 2:00 PM on Sunday, June 12, 2016 at Bolton-Teagle Cemetery with Rev. Robert Franks officiating. Interment followed under the direction of Southern Funeral Home of Winnfield.

Mrs. Virginia Clare (Buchanan) Gaar, age 64 of Dodson, Louisiana passed away on Sunday, June 5, 2016. Born Friday, April 4, 1952 in Crowley, Louisiana, she was a graduate of Louisiana Tech University and was a retired school teacher and librarian with over 12 years of service. She was an active member of Zeta Tau Alpha Sorority, the Wesley Foundation and New Hope United Methodist Church. Mrs. Gaar was preceded in death by her Parents, Marion Murphy “Buck” and Vera Mae (Cowen) Buchanan; Husband, Don Gaar; Sister, Margaret Baker. Those left to cherish her memory include her Daughters, Heather Marie (Gaar) Smith and husband Gary of Giddings, TX and Leah Kay (Gaar) Bottoms of West Monroe, LA; Grandchildren, Wade Smith, Coby Smith, Victoria Smith, Brittany Bottoms and Tyler Bottoms; Sister, Alice Ann (Buchanan) Schwendimann. Funeral services were held at 10:00 AM on Saturday, June 11, 2016 at Southern Funeral Home with Rev. Bill Strawbridge officiating.

Mrs. Taffy Elaine Flournoy Creel, age 67 of Winnfield, Louisiana passed away on Sunday, June 5, 2016. Born Thursday, February 10, 1949 in Ralls, Texas, she was a graduate of Northwestern State University and was retired from the Winn Parish School Board with over thirty years of service as a high school English and French teacher. She was member of First Baptist Church, the Red Hat Society and the Dugdemona Darlins. Mrs. Creel was preceded in death by her Father, William Clarence “Bill” Flournoy and Granddaughter, Autumn Michelle VanBlaricum.