Bon Voyage “Moma”.Ĭarolyn is preceded in death by her husband of almost 31 years, Clifford Mastin Stover her son Mastin Craig Stover brother R. In summation of her life she said: “I tried to be a good wife, mother to both my sons, especially my handicapped son, Craig, a good teacher to many students, patriotic and live according to my faith as a committed Christian.” She was over all a very courageous and compassionate woman with a rich taste for adventure. She performed as a classically trained pianist and sang in the Athens Music Study Club. Her professional honors include membership in The American Association of University Women, Theta Sigma Phi and Pi Sigma Alpha. ![]() Following retirement she traveled extensively in Europe, the Middle East, Hawaii, Grand Caymen Islands and throughout the United States. In later years she played piano on Sunday for the Park Highland Nursing Center. ![]() She had been a member of First Baptist Church since 1942 and sang in the church choir for 60 years. Never vain about her age, she would proudly tell anyone, usually her students and without prompting, what it was. On Jshe married Mastin Stover, chemistry and physics teacher of Athens High School. Stover the American Government teacher at Athens High School from 1963 until 1980, but her first foray into teaching was from 1939 until 1942 as a journalism teacher at Athens High School. The master thesis was on Rupert Talmage Craig, her father, editor-publisher and part owner of The Athens Review from 1916 to 1941. She was born Jin Athens to the late Rupert Talmage and Clara Elizabeth Rhodes Craig.Ĭarolyn was the first in her immediate family to get a college education – a bachelor’s from S M U in 1938 and a master’s from East Texas State University in 1968. In honor of Carolyn’s love and appreciation for the pipe organ, a brief recital by organist John Tidmore will begin at 2 p.m.īurial will follow in Oaklawn Memorial Park under the direction of Carroll-Lehr Funeral Home. 26, 2013 at First Baptist Church with Dr. 23, 2013 in Athens.įuneral services are scheduled for 2 p.m. Author admin Posted on AugCategories Obituaries Obituary: Sandra Kaye RatcliffĬarolyn Craig Stover, 96, a lifetime resident of Athens died Aug. Larry Reneau under the direction of Moorhead Epps Funeral Home. 29, 2013 at Clearview Bible Baptist Church officiated by Rev. He has seven grandchildren, Harley David Royal, Michaela Jo’Dell Rowan, Gunner Dean Royal, Lyndee Jo Smith, along with the “bubies” Jhace Allen Crow, Chace Paul Crow, “Kitty “ Baylee Jo’lene Smith and his beloved dog, Lexi Jo Edwards as well as many other family and friends.įuneral services will be held at 2:30 p.m. ![]() Left to cherish his memory are his loving wife Deborah “Debbie” Edwards children Jamie LaDean Edwards, Melanie Pat Edwards Crow and husband Jason, Marcie Jo Edwards Besherse and husband Wesley sister Ardeana Lynn Livingston and husband Dennis father Archie Edwards. He is preceded in death by his mother, Mickey Pearl Edwards brother Michael Dean Edwards and his grandparents. He passed away at his home in Mabank on Aug. Paul Dewayne Edwards, 61, of Mabank, was born on Main Dallas to the home of Archie Dean Edwards and Mickey Pearl Yarbrough. Author admin Posted on AugCategories Obituaries Obituary: Paul Dewayne Edwards 27, 2013 at Posey Cemetery in Sulphur Springs, Texas. He is survived by his wife Jeannie Bane of Payne Springs sons Bruce Kimbrell of Nacogdoches, Brad Kimbrell of Trinidad, Brian Kimbrell of Jacksonville, Brent Kimbrell of Mabank stepsons Joe Bane and wife Misty of Payne Springs, John Bane of Payne Springs grandchildren Brandy Kimbrell, Gavin Kimbrell, Raylee Kimbrell, Tommi Jo Bane, Taylor Russell one great-great grandchild on the way sisters Peggy Tipping, Becky Pace, Sandra DeFord, other loving family members and many more friends. He was a caring man, who will be missed by all whom knew him.īilly is preceded in death by his parents brothers J.W. Billy was Baptist by faith and a member of the Lakeside Baptist Church in Tool, Texas, where he kept the grounds. He worked in the construction business for over 50 years. Billy enjoyed cooking and loved entering chili cook offs. He loved hunting, watching John Wayne movies and square dancing. Billy loved his sons, grandchildren and his deer lease. 24, 2013 at the age of 73.īilly was known as “Boo” by his siblings and “PePaw” by his grandchildren. Billy was born on Jin Sulphur Springs, Texas to parents Doris Fay Covington and Joseph Wally Kimbrell and entered into eternal rest on Aug.
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