Elder Moses Leonard Harris, Jr. Brother George Seglar Sister Lola Dee Wright Brother Ed Holbrook Brother Cleve Coburn Sister Avis Allen
Our pastor, our brother in Christ, our teacher and our guide. Elder Harris passed this life, October 28, 1998 at the age of 68 years at East Texas Medical Center in Crockett, Texas. He was born Sept. 11, 1930 in Crockett, Texas. Elder Harris had returned to Crockett about four years ago after living in New Mexico for a long time. He was a veteran of Korean Conflict, while serving in the U.S. Navy. He was retired from Amoco Oil. Elder Harris was a member of the Weches Primitive Baptist Church and serving as pastor.
Elder Harris was preceded in death by both parents, Brother, Moses Leonard, Sr. and Bernice Moseley Harris. His survivors are his wife, Charlene Harris of Crockett, TX. His children are: daughter, Brenda Sue Harris and husband, Jay of Aztec, N.M.; sons, Elder Jeff Harris and wife, Dona of Chula, GA; David Paul Harris and wife, Irish of Grapeland, TX, Samuel R. Harris of Crockett, TX, seventeen grandchildren, two great -grandchildren; his sisters, Lottie Lanagar and husband, Bob of Overland Park, KS, Martha Cantrell and husband, Jimmy of Sugarland, TX; brother, Albert Harris and wife, Helen of Crockett, TX
Funeral services were conducted at the Weches Primitive Baptist Church by Elder Jeff Harris and R. R. Burran and Rev. Albert Harris. Pall Bearers were: Bobby Nichols, John Nichols, Jefferson Harris, Ricky Harris, Timothy’ Harris, Dustin Harris, Preston Harris, Christopher Harris, and Christopher Hoyt.
We, the members of the Henrietta Primitive Baptist Church of Henrietta, Texas, have laid to rest a dear and precious brother. Deeply saddened in body, but rejoicing in spirit, Brother George passed this scene of action Jan.14, 1999 at the age of 92 years. Brother George was born Nov. 26, 1906. He was a member and a deacon of the church where he served. Brother George was on his way to church, at the time in good health, when his car was hit by an eastbound coal train on its way to Dallas-Fort Worth. Although, his external injuries did not look all that bad, his internal ones were. After a two-week stay in the hospital, he went to a local nursing home. Seemed if he was doing some better the first three or four weeks, but then came down with lung congestion and went back to the hospital on Jan. 11th, having a stroke on January 14, 1999. Brother George lived about an hour longer, but was pronounced brain dead at the time of the stroke.
Brother George, as I have mentioned, was a deacon in the church, to that office he served well, being concerned of the welfare of the church and missing very few times. He had his own place to sit, like most members do, but the most striking to me, is how he sat, straight back, head up, never dosing or going to sleep. He was with the preaching from start to finish.
His wife, Lillie, mentioning Brother George in her conversation, always called him a gentleman, and that he was, mild, kind, tenderness of heart, well mannered, refined and polished. He stood out, not only in church views, but also in public. It was good to be with Brother George in public, for his glow seemed to give me a glow, just being at his side. He was a true credit to everyone he came into contact with. Everyone was proud just to know Brother George. He was a specimen of what we all should try to be.
If there were only two seats in heaven, Brother George would be seated nearby and perhaps, if so, I would never see him, for I would be so far in the back. But I trust this is not so, for we, if I am permitted, shall be made like unto God’s glorious Son, and will be seated with Him, or standing, it would make no difference. Words cannot express my, or the church’s thoughts for Brother George.
Though, we will miss him we will not forget him.
Elder Bill Hudman, Pastor Henrietta Primitive Baptist Church
We, the Littlefield Primitive Baptist Church of Christ are saddened by the passing of our dear sister, Lola Wright. Sister Wright passed from this life Dec. 29, 1998 at Lubbock, Texas at the age of 77 years.
Sister Wright was born Feb. 6, 1921 at Dunlap, Texas. She married Raymond Wright on Sept. 10, 1939 at Clovis, N.M.
She was a resident of Lamb County for 60 years, moving to Littlefield from Amherst in 1968.
Sister Wright was preceded in death by her parents, and two brothers, Glen Nale and Audri Leon Nale. She is survived by her husband, Raymond Wright of Littlefield, TX; one son, Jerry Wright and wife, Kathy of Euless, TX; five grandchildren: Jason Ferrell, Kelly, Jim, Treva and Jason Robert; six great grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews.
Sister Wright joined the Littlefield Primitive Baptist Church on May 25, 1952 by experience by baptism and was a strong and faithful member until the time she was called home. Her presence and love will be greatly missed here at Littlefield. We, the Littlefield Primitive Baptist Church extend our sincere sympathy and love to the family of Sister Lola Wright.
In Christian Love, Littlefield Primitive Baptist Church
Elder Cleveland Bass, Pastor
Brother Ed Holbrook passed from this life to his eternal home on February 9, 1999. He was a dear and beloved member of Golden Gate Primitive Baptist Church, Fremont, California.
Surviving are his wife, Hazel and their three’ sons; Elliot, Michael and Gerald. Brother Ed and Sister Hazel had six grandchildren; Janet, David, Jennifer, Scott, Rachel and Kristin and one great grandson, David, Jr..
We at Golden Gate have lost a dear beloved brother in the church and a close personal friend. He was a gentle and kind brother. We will always remember his sweet smile and hugs during hand shaking, where Brother Holbrook always said, “God bless you.”
May we all find comfort and consolation in times like these by and through the precious promises of an all-wise God is our humble prayer.
Done by order of the church while in conference, March 20, 1999.
Elder Elvin Layne, pastor / Moderator
Sister Marilyn Anstey, Clerk Golden Gate Primitive Baptist Church Fremont, California
The Great God of love and mercy called from our midst our beloved brother, Cleve [Pete] Coburn, on February 24, 1999, in a Vernon hospital. Brother Coburn was born on July 29, 1917 at Tolbert, Texas. On August 8, 1955 he was united with the Wanders Creek Primitive Baptist Church. He was ordained a deacon on May 21, 1955.
Funeral services were conducted at 3:00 p.m. Feb. 26, 1999 at Sullivan Funeral Home in Vernon, Texas, with Elder H. O. Ballard officiating. Brother Elmo Patton offered prayer. Burial was in the Wilberger Memorial Park. Brother Coburn is survived by his wife Nadine; a son, Freddie of San Angelo, Texas; three daughters, Pat Rich of Chillicothe, Texas, Judy Rogers of Fort Worth, Texas and Glenda Turner of Wichita Falls, Texas; a brother, Glen of Fort White, FL; seven grandchildren, and thirteen great-grandchildren.
He was faithful to come to church. He seldom missed and he spent many hours at the church house. He led the singing at the beginning of the song service. At the end of the service he would always say we were glad to have visitors and invited them back. He tried to. impress on the children the importance of attending church.
Brother Coburn will be greatly missed, but we, know he has gone to a much better place.
Elder H. O. Ballard, Moderator
Anita Patton, church clerk
Borger, Texas mourns the passing of one of our most faithful members, Sister Avis Virginia Allen. Sister Allen was born to Lawrence and Virginia Aderholt at Love County. Okla., August 29, 1915. She moved to Wheeler County, Texas with her parents in 1928.
She passed from this life, Dec. 11, 1998 at the age of 83 years at Borger Nursing Home, Borger, Texas. Memorial services were held at Wheeler. Texas, officiating by Elders T. J. Pittman and Steve Porter. Casket bearers were grandsons.
Sister Avis married Bill Allen at Seagraves, Texas in 1937. She and her husband united with the Primitive Baptist Church at Wheeler, Texas, Sept. 19, 1943, and were baptized by Elder E. J. Norman. She has been a faithful member and has exhibited a great love for the church.
Preceding her in death was one brother, Gerald Aderhoit. Survivors include her husband, Bill Allen of Fritch, Texas, one son, Don Allen, Fritch, Texas; two daughters, Gail Wilson of Lubbock, Texas and Ginger Knight of Amarillo, Texas; one brother Ray Aderholt, Fritch, Texas; seven sisters, Doris Hays, Wheeler, Texas, Lois Johnston, Amarillo, Texas, Rita Grayson, Allison, Texas, Jonell Grayson, Spearman, Texas, Moose Anderson, Miami, Texas, Armenda Jones, Tulia, Texas, and Estelle Topper, Borger, Texas; eight grandchildren and six grandchildren.
Sister Avis will be missed by the members of the Borger Church. The church wishes to express its deepest sympathy to the family of Sister Avis Allen. and pray that they will find comfort in knowing that she is with her Lord and singing praises to Him.
Herman Topper, Deacon
Borger Church