Obituaries

Jun 11, 2022

Joshua Dale Spurlock, 39, of Commerce, passed away after a brief illness on Saturday, June 11, 2022, in Denison, Texas. He was born on December 19, 1982, in Greenville, Texas, the son of Jimmy Dale Spurlock and Cathy Ann (Lowe) Spurlock.

Joshua attended Commerce High School, graduating with the class of 2000.  He worked as a truck...

May 25, 2022

Nelda Parrish, of Dallas, passed away peacefully following an illness.  Nelda was laid to rest in Rosemound Cemetery in Commerce next to her beloved husband, James.

May 14, 2022

Timmy Ray Pate, 59, was called from this earthly home, May 14, 2022, to begin his eternal life with our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ.

Timmy was born to Nolan Pate and Liddie (Maye) Golightly Pate in Paris, Texas, on March 16, 1963. He was born the second of four siblings. Timmy was a lifelong resident of...

Apr 30, 2022

For those who cannot attend in person, Rick's service will be live streamed on First Baptist Church Commerce's Facebook page.

We are all stories, in the end. This chapter of Rick Miller’s story came to a close peacefully on the morning of April 30th, 2022 after a long illness. Richard Allen Miller (Rick to most,...

Apr 3, 2022

Leslie Diane, (Annie), Briscoe died on April 3, 2022.  She is survived by her husband Lloyd, two sons, Benjamin and Gregory, one sister, three brothers and seven grandchildren.  There will be an informal gathering and celebration on her birthday, the afternoon of June 18th, beginning around 4:00 pm, at  2501 Mayo St, Commerce, TX.

Mar 29, 2022

Bobbye Mahan, of Greenville, passed away at Briarcliff Health and Rehab.  There are no services planned at this time.

Mar 18, 2022

Brendan Michael Jefferies, of Commerce, passed away suddenly, but peacefully, at home, Friday, March 18, 2022.  A visitation will be held on Wednesday, March 23, 2022 from 5:00 to 7:00 pm at Commerce Funeral Home.  A private funeral service is planned for Thursday, March 24, 2022.

Born in Dallas, Texas April 9, 1971, Brendan spent his early...

Mar 18, 2022

Dr. Larry James Chaloupka, Sr. 80, died March 18, 2022, surrounded by his loving family. He was born on June 27, 1941, in Rosenberg, Texas, the son of Henry John Chaloupka and Marie Edna (Zwahr) Chaloupka. The family will receive friends at a visitation to take place Thursday, March 24, 2022, from 5:00-7:00 p.m. at Commerce Funeral Home. A...

Mar 13, 2022

Shirley Rae (Howse) Shaw, of Commerce, passed away on Sunday, March 13, 2022, following a brief illness. She was surrounded by her loved ones at the time of her passing. Shirley was born in Cooper, Texas, on July 17, 1936, the daughter of Rufus Willard Howse and Ruby Maynard Howse. The family will receive visitors at a visitation to...

Mar 11, 2022

Graveside services for James ”Mike” Henry, 67, will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, March 26, 2022 at Brigham Cemetery in Campbell.  Mr. Henry passed away October 12, 2020 in Moses Lake, Washington surrounded by his daughters and son-in-law.  He was born on January 11, 1953 in Greenville, Texas to John Patrick and Donna Lou Henry.  He married Mary...

Mar 10, 2022

Truitt Marcelle Coffman, 78, of Campbell, TX went home to be with his Lord and Savior on Thursday, March 10, 2022.  He was born in Horton, TX on April 20, 1943, the son of Amos Andrew Coffman and Opal (Redman) Coffman.  The family will receive friends at a visitation to take place Saturday, March 12, 2022 from 5:00 to...

Mar 10, 2022

Dee Ann Gorham, of Commerce, passed away peacefully at her residence on March 10, 2022.  She was surrounded by loved ones at the time of her passing.

Mar 7, 2022

William Ray Patton, 39, died at his home in Commerce on Monday, March 7, 2022. He was born on July 28, 1982, in Fort Worth, Texas.

Ray was a lifelong resident of Commerce. He attended Commerce High School, graduating with the class of 2001. He worked in manufacturing at Rubbermaid and Fritz industries in Greenville and in...

Mar 6, 2022

Sue Quarles Sheppard, 84, of Commerce, passed away peacefully on Sunday, March 6, 2022, in Farmersville, Texas. She was born on December 31, 1937, in Clarksville, Texas, the daughter of Lee Quarles and Clara Buchanan Quarles. The family will receive friends at a visitation to take place on Wednesday, March 9, 2022, at 1:00 p.m. at Cross Trails Cowboy...

Feb 28, 2022

Kaylea Dawn Banister entered Heaven with the wings of an angel on February 28, 2022.  She came into this world on May 9, 2000 in Irving, Texas, the daughter of Bryan and Delisa Banister.  Her daughters are Dakota and Aspen.  Other loving family members are Tylor Banister, Philip, Alexa, and three nephews.  Her dearest friends are Ashley Featherston and...

Feb 28, 2022

Eddie Jack Chapin, Jr., 59, of Cumby, passed away at his home Monday, February 28, 2022. He was born on September 27, 1962, in Greenville, Texas, the son of Eddie Jack Chapin, Sr. and Charlotte Atkins Chapin. There will be a private burial at a later date.

Eddie attended Commerce High School, graduating with the class of...

Feb 23, 2022

Larry Dale Bell, 71, currently living in Commerce, Texas passed away on Wednesday, February 23, 2022 in Dallas.   He was born April 5, 1950 in Paris, TX, the son of Thomas Clyde Bell and Willie Jo (Stewart) Bell.  Visitation and Viewing will be available at the Commerce Funeral Home prior to a service to begin at 10 am.  Larry...

Feb 23, 2022

Larry Michael Binion, 75, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, February 23, 2022. He was surrounded by his wife of 47 years, Nancy, their three children, and other close family members as he completed his earthly journey.

Larry was born April 16, 1946, in Sayre, Oklahoma, but spent his youth, adolescence, and early adulthood in Wewoka, Oklahoma. He...

Feb 11, 2022

Janet Ruth Pinney Williams Skauge passed away peacefully at her home in Commerce on February 11, 2022, following a short battle with cancer. She was born on October 25, 1943, in South Bend, Indiana, the daughter of Wilbur L. and Mildred Marie Norris Pinney.    A Celebration of Life is planned for March 26, 2022 at 1:00 pm at the...

Feb 10, 2022

Robert John Scott, of Greenville, passed away at his home with his loved ones at his side.  No services are planned.