Hawthorn Funeral Home and Cremation Services

08/07/2026

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Doris Ann Davis Dickerson on August 6 2026 at the age 80, from Tenaha, Texas.
Doris was born on August 4, 1946, in Carthage, Texas, to Tye Joseph Davis and Bertha Mae Davis. She grew up attending school in both Carthage, Texas, and Cheyenne, Wyoming, a place she always hoped to return to someday.
Doris was a devoted mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and friend whose greatest joy in life was her family. She worked for many years as a cashier at several convenience stores, where her friendly smile and warm personality made lasting impressions on those she met.
She attended various churches throughout her life and had a deep love for the Lord. More than anything, she wanted her children and grandchildren to know that God loved them. She faithfully taught them to pray and encouraged them to keep their faith. Doris also loved to sing, often making up her own fun and quirky songs that brought laughter and smiles to everyone around her. She had a wonderful sense of humor and a gift for making ordinary moments memorable.
She is survived by her loving daughters: Lisa Evans and husband Terry of DeBerry, Texas, Cristi Estes and husband Johnny of Tenaha, Texas and Connie Coile and husband Wayne of Tenaha, Texas.
She also leaves behind seven beloved grandchildren, nine cherished great-grandchildren, and her special friend Helen Estes, along with Fan Stephens and wife Sandra and numerous...

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08/07/2026

Joy Fern Davidson Gibbs, aged 91, passed from this life into her Heavenly home on August 7, 2026. Joy was born on May 28, 1935 to William Ruben Davidson and Ruby Booth Davidson in the Rock Hill Community of Panola County and was raised in Carthage, Texas. She graduated from Carthage High School in 1953 and attended Panola College and the University of Houston. She worked at North Forest ISD in Houston and retired from the Texas Workforce Commission. She was also President of G Construction, Inc. for 37 years.
Joy was a faithful member of First Baptist Church of Carthage. She will be remembered for her stylish fashion sense, gorgeous rose bushes, impressive photo collection, and tenacious spirit. Her family fondly recollects happy memories traveling the United States, shopping, and swimming together in her pool while watching hummingbirds.
She was preceded in death by her parents, her sister Neva Reeves, and her loving husband Ely Gibbs with whom she shared 54 years of marriage.
Joy is survived by her son Craig Gibbs and wife Penny, granddaughter Alicia Mims and husband Doug, granddaughter Lauren Monroe and husband Braden, and great-granddaughter Bailey Monroe.
She will be laid to rest at Rock Hill Cemetery in Beckville, Texas on August 10, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to First Baptist Church of Carthage.
An online guestbook may be signed at: www.hawthornfuneralhome.com

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08/07/2026

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08/07/2026

Friends and family, please join us in celebrating the life of a beloved member of our community, Johnnie Harvey Stewart, on 8/8/2026 10:00 AM Central (Chicago). We would love for you to participate in person or virtually as we remember, honor, and celebrate them.

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08/05/2026

Funeral services for Mr. Johnnie H. Stewart, 90, of Waskom, Texas, will be 10:00 a.m. Saturday, August 8, 2026, at New Hebron Baptist Church with Rev. Paul Easter officiating. Interment with military honors will follow in Antioch Cemetery under the direction of Hawthorn Funeral Home. Visitation will be 6-8:00 p.m. Friday night at New Hebron Baptist Church.
Mr. Johnnie Harvey Stewart was born June 16, 1936, in Arcadia, Louisiana, and passed away peacefully at his home in Waskom, Texas, on August 4, 2026.
Johnnie was one of three children born to Johnny Hiser Stewart and Ellen Grace Fields Stewart. He was raised and educated in Minden, Louisiana, graduating from Minden High School before attending Draughon Business College. Following his education, Johnnie proudly served his country in the United States Army.
On October 17, 1958, he married the love of his life, Helen Marie Langford. Together they shared nearly 68 years of marriage, building a loving family and a lifetime of cherished memories.
Johnnie worked in accounting for Querbes and Nelson for 27 years until his retirement in December 1998. A faithful member of New Hebron Baptist Church, he served as a deacon, Sunday School teacher, and church treasurer. He was also an active member of the Community Four Volunteer Fire Department, where he faithfully served his community.
He was preceded in death by his parents; his sisters, Joyce Madden and June Stewart; and his infant...

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08/04/2026

Many people don’t realize it, but every funeral home is required by law to keep a General Price List (GPL) available upon request. That means you can sit down with us and review our pricing before selecting our services!

An itemized inventory of all of our services and merchandise, the General Price List not only clearly communicates our pricing, but it also gives you transparent information that can help you make informed decisions. Just give us call at (903) 693-3816 to schedule a short visit to review our pricing!

08/04/2026

It’s U.S. Coast Guard Day! Thank you to all of our active duty and reserve Coast Guardsmen and civilian personnel as you save lives at sea and maintain our nation’s maritime laws.

08/03/2026

08/01/2026

If you were unable to attend the funeral services or livestream event for Louis C. Hoffman, we have made the recording available https://cutt.ly/LouisCHoffmanRecording.

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08/01/2026

Friends and family, please join us in celebrating the life of a beloved member of our community, Louis C. Hoffman, on 8/1/2026 11:00 AM Central (Chicago). We would love for you to participate in person or virtually as we remember, honor, and celebrate them.

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