Area Obituaries

Paul Edward Newberry, 66, of Vernon, Texas, passed away on April 25, 2020 in Vernon, Texas with family by his side. He was born on November 12, 1953 to Z.G. and Dora Mae (West) Newberry in Sayre, Oklahoma. Paul grew up and attended school in Dimmitt, Texas. Paul met the love of his life Rita…

Billy Ray Nava, 58 of Vernon, Texas. passed away on Friday, April 17, 2020, in Wichita Falls, Texas.A memorial service will be held at a later date.Billy Ray Nava was born Tuesday, Oct. 31, 1961 in Vernon, Texas. He was the son of the late Julian Nava and Frances Thonell Nava. Billy was married to…

Peggy Lou Seale Harris was born to William Paul and Jimmie Lela Small Seale on June 25, 1924, in Vernon, Texas. She went to be with her Lord and Savior at the age of 95 on April 14, 2020, joining her husband, Billie, and all her brothers and sisters. Her maternal grandparents were William W.…

Annell Billingsley Kester will be held at East View Cemetery in Vernon, Texas with grandson Taylor Robles offi ciating. Immediate family only. Annell passed away on April 11, 2020. She was born on Aug. 8, 1939 to George and Tempie Doggett in Olton, Texas. She graduated from high school in 1958 in Olton, Texas. Annell…

Larry Deward Latimer, 76 of Oklaunion, Texas died on Tuesday, April 7, 2020, in Vernon, Texas. A private service was held. There will be a memorial service at a later date. Larry was born Monday, Sept. 20, 1943 in Vernon, Texas. He was the son of the late Deward A. Latimer and the late Alma…