Birth Announcements

Local Birth Announcements are from the Longview News Journal, the Trammel Trace, and The Panola Watchman.

Birth Announcements, 1961

The Panola Watchman, January 05, 1961 and The Panola Watchman, January 12, 1961

A boy born to Mr. and Mrs. Jessie Clark, of Carthage, on December 19, 1960, named Garry Don, weighing 8 lbs 2 oz.

A boy born to Mr. and Mrs. Jack Roberson, Carthage, on December 19, 1960, named Ronald Norris, weighing 6 lbs 13 oz.

A boy born to Mr. and Mrs. Billy Joe Davis, of Carthage, on December 20, 1960, named Billy Joe, Jr. weighing 7 lbs 6 1/2 oz.

A girl born to Mr. and Mrs. Ernest Goswick, Waskom, on December 21, 1960, named Elizabeth Estelle, weighing 8 lbs 11 1/2 oz.

A girl born to Mr. and Mrs. Clifton Morris, Carthage, on December 21, 1960, named Belinda Ann, weighing 7 lbs 6 oz.

A girl born to Mr. and Mrs. Richard Tarjick, Shreveport, on December 22, 1960, named Lori Dione weighing 8 lbs 15 oz.

A girl born to Mr. and Mrs. James Ashby, Carthage, on December 23, 1960, named Karon Jane, weighing 7 lbs 12 1/2 oz.

A boy born to Mr. and Mrs. Raymond Smith, Marshall, on December 31, 1960, named Rodney Craig, weighing 5 lbs 12 oz.

Mr. and Mrs. Harold McRae of the Liberty Community announce the arrival of a daughter, Teresa Ann, January 2, 1961 in Henderson Memorial Hospital. Grandparents are Mr. and Mrs. John Gray of Church Hill, Mr. and Mrs. Fred McRae of Liberty.

Mr. and Mrs. Howard Athey Jr. of Fort Worth are parents of a new daughter Angela Jane, born January 4, 1961. The mother is the former Miss Janie Choate, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Cecil Choate of Carthage. Mrs. Howard Athey of Kilgore, former secretary at the First Methodist Church here is the paternal grandmother.


Birth Announcements, 1993

Matthew Davis is proud to announce the birth of his baby sister, Marissa Jo Davis. Proud parents are Mitch and Melissa Davis of Carthage. Marissa was born April 28, 1993 at 1:45 PM at Schumpert Medical Center, weighing 6 lbs. 9 oz. Proud grandparents are Larry Sparks, Marilyn Sparks, Dennis and Pat Davis-Shew, Larry Joe and Terry Beth Davis, all of Carthage. Great-grandparents are Bill and Betty Jo Martin of Henderson, Ken and Mozelle Bixler, Bill and Mae Kelley, and Mrs. Ovell Davis and the late Roland Davis, all of Carthage. Great-great-grandmother is Helen Stranhorn of California. Marissa was welcomed home by her big brother, aunts and uncles.
Panola Watchman

Birth Announcements, 1998

the Panola Watchman
WEAVER, Derrick Wade
Damon and Angela Weaver, of Beckville, are proud to announce the birth of their son, Derrick Wade, born at 8:03 am on October 29, 1998 at Good Shepherd Medical Center in Longview, TX. Wade is the brother of Brian Weaver, and the grandson of Elaine Weaver, of Beckville, and Charles and Leona Ramage, of Carthage. His great-grandparents are Callie Sanders, Darlene Ramage, and Ken and Mozelle Bixler, all of Carthage, and Minnie Bell Weaver, of Beckville.


Birth Announcements, 2000

the Panola Watchman, Sunday, December 24, 2000
BAKER, Aubrey Lynn
Sydney Danielle Baker received an early Christmas present, a baby sister Aubrey Lynn Baker. She was born at 5:23 PM November 15, 2000 at Longview Regional Hospital. She weighed 8lbs., 1 oz., and was 20 inches long. She is the daughter of Shannon and Mindy Baker, formerly of Carthage. Grandparents are Rhonda Jones, of Riverhill, Frances and Amon Turner, of Carthage, and James and Donna Baker, of Panola. Aubrey and Sydney would like to thank everyone for their calls and prayers for their Mommie, Mindy, during and after her brain surgery. Mommie is home now to take care of us. Thank you and we love you.

the Panola Watchman, Sunday, July 02, 2000
ISBELL, Kayleigh
Big sister Kaitlyn helps celebrate as new sister Kayleigh turns 3 months old. She was born March 14, 2000. Proud parents are Donny and Amber Isbell, of Carthage. Grandparents are Dearrel and Veda Isbell, Wait and Teresa Hart, of Carthage, and Patty Harantcavage, of Henderson. Great-grandparents are Goldie Jones and Madeline Hart, of Carthage, and Harry and Bettye Surginer, of Old Center.

the Panola Watchman, Sunday, December 24, 2000
REED, Baylee Kay
Bobby and Brandi Reed, of Carthage, are proud to announce the birth of their precious little girl, Baylee Kay Reed. She was born at 5:46 PM on August 31, 2000 at Good Shepherd Medical Center in Longview, TX. She weighed 8 lbs., 1 oz., and was 20 1/2 inches long. She was welcomed home by her grandparents Lindy and Linda Britton, of Dotson; Robert and Janice Reed, of Beckville; and Ricky and Janice McClellan, of Carthage. Also, her great-grandparents Cordell Britton, of Dotson; Clifford and Flora Hunt, of Carthage; and Zelda Reed, of Beckville. Uncle Jeff and Aunt Bonnie McKnight, and big cousin Tye; and Uncle Brian and Aunt Tammy Reed, of Beckville.


Birth Announcements, 2001

the Longview News Journal, Sunday, November 24, 2001
AINSWORTH, Jaydin Diane
Jaydin Diane Ainsworth, 7 lb 4 oz, Nov. 11,2001 parents Jason and Paula Ainsworth of Hallsville; grandparents Danny and Sherri Coleman of Beckville and Diane Sharp of Bryant, AL; Bill and Ann Ainsworth of Hallsville; great-grandparents Gene and Mildred Coleman of Beckville, Frank and Becky Craig of Marshall; William Sr. and Johnnie Ainsworth of Diana.

The Panola Watchman, Sunday, July 22, 2001
ALEXANDER, Lexi Nicole
Stephen and Shelly Alexander, of Carthage, are proud to announce the birth of their daughter, Lexi Nicole Alexander, born at 3:20 pm May 10, 2001 at Longview Regional Medical Center. Her sister is Morgan Paige Alexander. She is the granddaughter of Gary and Linda Capps, Mark and Brenda Griffin, and Glenn and Marjorie Alexander, all of Carthage. Great-grandparents are Wade and Ruth Young, Buck and Lerlene Cadenhead, and Sandy Griffin, all of Carthage, and Helen Beal, of Longview. Other relatives include her uncles and aunts, Todd and Stacy Alexander, Ricky and Shona Johns, Luke Alexander and Holly Capps. Her cousins are Kristen and Kassidy Alexander, and Samantha and Sidney Johns.

The Panola Watchman, Wednesday, February 28, 2001
ALLEN, Daren Christopher
God has blessed us with a precious gift from His arms to ours. Billy and Lori Allen, of Beckville, are proud to announce the birth of their son, Daren Christopher Allen. He was born at 9:06 am Feb 13, 2001 at Marshall Regional Medical Center. He weighed 8 lbs., 13 oz., and was 20 inches long. Paternal grandparents are Dianne Allen and the late William (Bubba) Allen, of Beckville. Maternal grandparents are Pauline Williamson, of West Monroe, LA, and Nolan and Minnie Williamson, of Bastrop, LA. Great-grandparents are Vivien Allen, of Beckville, and Pinkie Porter, of Mer Rouge, LA.

The Panola Watchman
BAKER, Jordan Ray
Jamey and Sharon Baker, of Ruston, LA, announce the birth of their son, Jordan Ray Baker, born June 28, 2001. His grandparents are Billy and Deborah Baker, of Carthage, and Tommy and Barbara Speights, of Ruston. Great-grandparents are Edith Winterrowd, and Garvin and Elsie Baker, all of Deadwood, and Annie Maude Caraway, of Ruston.

The Panola Watchman, Sunday, July 29, 2001
BRADY, Tyler Landen
Ray and Randi Brady, of Carthage, are proud to announce the birth of their son Tyler Landen Brady. he was born at 12:43 PM May 12, 2001 at Nacogdoches Medical Center. Proud grandparents are Thomas Paul and Pat Wedgeworth, of Timpson, and Pete and Geraldine Brady, of Carthage. Great-grandparents are Sally and the late A. L. Anderson, of Center, the late Horace and Gladys Wedgeworth, of Timpson, the late Jim and Ada Brady, of Carthage, and John A. and Huelitt Cariker, and the late Gladys Cariker, of Carthage. Aunts and uncles include Jennifer Wedgeworth, of Timpson, Roy Brady, of Longview, and Gregg and Sue Brady, of Coppell.

The Panola Watchman, Wednesday, May 30, 2001
BREVARD, Alaina Kiann
Kevin and Miki Brevard, of Beckville, are pleased to announce the birth of their daughter, Alaina Kiann Brevard, born May 14, 2001 at Longview Regional Hospital. She weighed 8lbs., and 2 oz. Her maternal grandparents are David and Sue Stewart, and Billy Ray Tinkle, all of Carthage. Her paternal grandparents are Worth and Ola Mae Langford, of DeBerry, and Bobby and Mary Brevard, of Kilgore. Maternal great-grandparents are Toylee Tinkle, of Long Branch, and Don and Bobbie Pollard, of Nacogdoches. Maternal great-great-grandmothers ar Mattie Lee Dillon , of Nacogdoches, and Lula Pollard, of Houston.

the Longview News Journal, Sunday, October 14, 2001
BREWER, Sierra Marie
Sierra Marie Brewer, 5 pounds, 11 ounces, Oct. 4, 2001 at Good Shepherd Medical Center; parents, Steven and Tessa Brewer of Gilmer; grandparents, J. C. and Lynn Terrell of Tatum, Melvin and Frances Brewer of Longview; great-grandparents, J. C. Sr. and Mary Lou Terrell of Tatum, Charles D. Jackson of Tyler.

The Panola Watchman
BRITT, Jailee Makenna
Jailee Makenna Britt was born November 26, 2001 to proud parents J.L. and Sunny Britt of Goldsboro NC. She weighed 7 lb and 11 oz and was 20-1/2 inches long. Jailee was welcomed home by her big sister Breanna. Her grandparents are Edward and Donnette Parks of Clayton, David Britt of Deadwood and the late Judy Rhiddlehoover of Riderville; great-grandparents include Don and Judy Robinson of Clayton, A.W. and Irma Britt, Carson and Bea Parks all of Carthage, Helen Rhiddlehoover of Riderville and the late Bill Rhiddlehoover.

the Longview News Journal, Sunday, July 8, 2001
BROWN, Braylon Cornelius
Braylon Cornelius Brown, 8 pounds, 3 ounces, June 15, 2001; parents, Gary and LaTasha Brown of Longview; grandparents, Johnny and Ruby Jackson of Carthage, Ronnie and Cathorean Brown of Beckville; great-grandparents, Jessie Tatum, Johnny Lee Jackson, Bernice Talley, all of Beckville Lueen Smith of Carthage.

The Panola Watchman
BRYANT, Jakob Wayne
T. C. and Tori are proud to announce the arrival of their new baby brother, Jakob Wayne Bryant. Their parents are Jeff and Jennifer Bryant, of the Old Center Community. Jakob was born on July 16, 2001 at Marshall Regional Medical Center and weighed 10 lbs., 4 oz., and measured 20 1/2 inches long. His grandparents are Wayne and Mary Bryant, of Old Center, Billy Ray and Debra Kellar, of Lake of the Pines, and Billy and Briley Dailey, of Beckville.

the Longview News Journal, Sunday, October 14, 2001
BUELL, Steven James
Steven James Buell, 8 pounds, Oct. 1, 2001 at Longview Regional Medical Center; parents, Bryan and Becky Buell of Gladewater; grandparents, Jackie Akin of Carthage, Jim and Janice Mayfield of Alvin, Roger Buell of Houston; great-grandparents, Marie McGilvary of Ore City, R. B. Buell of Jacksonville.

the Longview News Journal
CALHOUN, McKayla Jade
McKayla Jade Calhoun, 6 lb 1 oz, Nov 2, 2001, Laird Memorial Hospital in Kilgore, parents Shane and Antonia Calhoun of Tatum; grandparents Kajnean Leek and Bennie Dry both of Longview, Dennis and Irene Calhoun of Tatum; great grandparents David and Vickie Marshall of Ore City and Bonnie Calhoun of Kilgore.

the Longview News Journal, Sunday, July 8, 2001
COLE, Kaitlynn Allen
Kaitlynn Allen Cole, 7 pounds, 5 ounces, June 25, 2001; parents, Allen and Brooke Cole of Harleton; grandparents, Garry and Karen Jaggers of Carthage, Edie Cole of Harleton, Mike Cole of DeBerry; great-grandparents, Farris and Faye Ivie of Carthage, Joe David Wilson, Margaret Wilson, Betty Jo Townson, Leeroy Townson, all of Harleton.

The Panola Watchman, Sunday, July 15, 2001
COLEMAN, Jaycee Jo
Rusty and Nicole Coleman, of Beckville, are proud to announce the birth of their daughter, Jaycee Jo Coleman. She was born May 15, 2001 at Good Shepherd Medical Center. She weighed 5 lbs and 15 oz. She is the granddaughter of Bubba and Edna Coleman, of Beckville, Dale and Joni Reed, of Carthage, and Bill Lawless, of DeBerry. Great-grandparents are Jacke Willis and the late Frank Willis, Beverly Crawford and the late Billy Jack Crawford, Gene and Mildred Coleman, and Jimmy Lawless. Jaycee's special uncle is Brent and her special aunt is Misty.

The Panola Watchman, Sunday, July 22, 2001
COTTON, Aaron Ezra
Kenneth and Joanna Cotton are happy to announce the arrival of their son Aaron Ezra born October 4, 2001. A brother for Aletha, Justin and Amy, he weighed 7 lbs., 7 oz., and was 20 inches long. Proud grandparents are James and Sylvia Cotton, of Carthage, David Porter, of Longview and Mary Porter, of Carthage. Great-grandmother is Shirley Porter, of Carthage.

The Panola Watchman
COURTNEY, Kayman Dane
Shane and Daphne Courtney, of Carthage, are proud to announce the birth of their daughter, Kayman Dane. She was born February 26, 2001 at Good Shepherd Medical Center in Longview. She weighed 9 lbs., 2 oz., and was 20 1/2 inches long. Her proud grandparents are Karlos and Donna Courtney, and David and Diane Harris, all of Beckville. Her great-grandparents are Mable Harris, of Carthage, and Harold Stewart, of Longview.

the Longview News Journal, Sunday, Sept. 16, 2001
CROWE, Donvondrick Dante
Donvondrick Dante Crowe, 5 pounds, 12 ounces, Sept. 4, 2001 at Good Shepherd Medical Center; parents, Yolanda and Nathan Crowe of Longview; grandparents, Earnest and Mattie Starling of Tatum, James and Lorene Crowe of Gilmer.

the Longview News Journal, Sunday, July 8, 2001
GRAVES, TraKaila Katrese
TraKaila Katrese Graves, 6 pounds, 10 ounces, June 18, 2001; parents, Donnie and Estonia Graves of Kilgore; grandparents, Otis and Theresa Harris of Longview, Ulysses and Faye Nell Graves of Carthage.

the Longview News Journal
GREGSON, Trenton Don
Trenton Don Gregson, 6 pounds, 3 ounces, Oct. 15, 2001 at Good Shepherd Medical Center; parents, Terry Don and Shelley Gregson of Tatum; grandparents, Kenneth and Judy Jordan of Dangerfield, Don Gregson of Hughes Springs, Beverly Gregson of Jefferson; great-grandparents, Juanita Jordan of Dangerfield, T. J. and Dorothy Brown, Betty Gregson, all of Hughes Springs, Daisy Hart of Jefferson.

HAGERTY, Daniel Joseph III
Daniel Joseph Hagerty III "Trey" was born on Nov. 21, 2001 at Marshall Regional Medical Center. He is the son of Monica and Daniel Joseph Hagerty, Jr. and the brother of Taylor and Alyson Hagerty all of Hallsville. Trey is the grandson of Robert and Lou Gunter, of Marshall, Daniel Joseph Hagerty, Sr., of Waskom, and Barbara and Elzy Tyler, of Marshall. He is the great-grandson of Callie Sanders, of Carthage, and Roger and Ola Gunter, of Joaquin. Trey is also the nephew of Lisa and Woodrow Farmer, of Carthage, Rae'chell and Todd Weaver, of Gladewater, and Shawn and Melanie Hagerty, of Marshall, and the great-nephew of Leona and Charles Ramage of Carthage.

the Longview News Journal
HALL, Paige Sandie
Paige Sandie Hall, 6 lb 3 oz, Nov. 1,2001 parents Dana LaVerene Williams and Robert Dale Hall both of Tatum; grandparents Floyd and Brenda Chetwood, Robert A. Williams all of Kilgore; William and Hilda Hall of Tatum; great grandparent Bill Baggett of Avinger.

The Panola Watchman, Wednesday, July 18, 2001
HAM, Matthew Lawson
Marty and Leslie Ham, of the Fair Play Community, are proud to announce the birth of their son, Matthew Lawson. He was born May 15, 2001 at Willis Knighton South in Shreveport, LA weighing 8 lbs. 9 ozs and measured 21 inches long. Welcoming him home were his proud big sister, Kendall Hightower; maternal grandparents, Lonnie and Marcia Poss, of Carthage, and Richard Holland, of Fair Play. Great grandmother is Kathryn Smith, and his uncle is Colton Holland. Paternal grandparents are Leon and Linda Ham, of Carthage. Also great grandparents Acker and Bobbie Hanks, of Whitehouse, and his aunt Lisa Ham, of Nacogdoches.

the Longview News Journal
HAMM, Joseph Thomas
Joseph Thomas Hamm, 8 pounds, 10 ounces, Oct. 10, 2001 at Good Shepherd Medical Center; parents, Larry and Danette Hamm of Whitehouse; grandparents, Joe and Nell Hyatt of Tatum, Thomas and LaFaye Richardson of Hallsville; great-grandparents, J. E. and Eudine Shew of Linden.

The Panola Watchman
HARTLESS, Michael Kincaid
Tana Hartless is proud to announce the birth of her son, Michael Kincaid Hartless. "Caid" was born March 28, 2001 at Henderson Memorial Hospital. He weighed 8 lbs., and measured 20 inches long. His grandparents are Mike and Arleen Hartless, of the Dotson Community. His great-grandparents are Bernice and the late Obie Goss, of Henderson, and Adele and the late Clyde Hartless, of Dotson.

submitted by Yvette Hartley Raddohl
HARTLEY, Danny Wayne Jr.
Danny Wayne Hartley Jr. was born December 9, 2001. He weighed 7 lbs, 11 oz. and is 18 1/2 inches long. He is the son of Danny and Amy Hartley and the grandchild of Bobby Don Hartley. He is the great grandson of the late Willie B. Hartley, of Carthage.

HUDMAN, Dalton Wayne
Dalton Wayne Hudman, son of Donald Hudman and Renee Pierce, of Carthage, was born Sept. 11, 2001 in Henderson. He weighed 5 lbs., 8 oz. He is the baby brother of Cody Childers and grandson of Wanda Ehrmann and Carlton Hudman, both of Carthage and Sandy Smith, of San Antonio.

The Panola Watchman
ISBELL, Madison Emily
Macy Isbell would like to announce the arrival of her little sister, Madison Emily Isbell. She was born on May 18, 2001 at Marshall Regional Medical Center and was 7 lbs., 3 1/2 oz., and 18 inches long. Parents are Michael and Sarah Isbell, of Deadwood. Grandparents are Dewayne and Kathy Isbell, of Lake Murvaul, and Jeff and Heather Dickerson, of Deadwood. Great-grandparents are Dearrel and Veda Isbell, and Jim and Shirley Wright, all of Lake Murvaul, Tom Dickerson, of Deadwood, and Albert and Eileen Richards, of England. Her great-great-grandmother is Zona LaGrone, of Deadwood, and her uncle is Jeff Isbell, and aunt is Laura Dickerson.

the Longview News Journal, Sunday, September 30, 2001
JACKSON, Ja'Quinden Malik
Ja'Quinden Malik Jackson, 8 lb 8 oz, Sept 12, 2001 at Longview Regional Medical Center; parents Nyia Evans and Shannon Jackson both of Longview; grandparents Rickey and Phidisha Atchison, Cleon and Diane Jackson all of Longview; great-grandparents Lueen Smith and Johnny Jackson both of Carthage.

the Longview News Journal
JONES, Kaitlyn Taylor
Kaitlyn Taylor Jones, 6 lb 8 oz, Oct 27, 2001, Longview Regional Medical Center in Longview, parents Joseph and Lisa Jones of Longview; grandparents Jon, Sr. and Barbara Hughes of Longview, Richard and Betty Taylor of Gladewater, Chester and Margrette Jones of Tatum; great grandparents Tommy and Charlene Stone of OK, Richard and Evelyn Littlejohn of Fruitvale, Mr. and Mrs. Eugene Kelly of AL and Mr. and Mrs. Boyd Jones of Longview

The Panola Watchman
JONES, Kelleyann & Shelleyann
Nathan and Amanda Jones, of Deadwood, are proud parents of twins Kelleyann and Shelleyann Jones who were born April 19, 2001. Kelleyann weighed 4 lbs. and 13 oz. Shelleyann weighed 4 lbs. and 12.7 oz. They have a sister Cheyenne who is four. Proud grandparents are Walter and Theresa McGuire, of Phoenix, AZ, and Billy and Mary Jones, of Deadwood. Great-grandmother is Birdie Carter, of Galloway. The girls also have a lot of uncles and aunts.

The Panola Watchman
JONES, Peyton Elizabeth
David and Janie Jones, of Carthage, are so happy to announce the birth of their new baby girl, Peyton Elizabeth. She was born on March 17, 2001 at Henderson Memorial Hospital. She weighed 5 lbs., 5 oz. and was 17 1/2 inches longs. Peyton was welcomed home by her big sister Valerie Jones. Her proud grandparents are John Allen and Donna Jones, of Carthage, and Mike and Lavonne Wood, of Joaquin. Peyton also has an Aunt Jenn and Uncle Carlton who were glad to meet her and first cousin Carsen, of Joaquin, and Jodi and Haley Cole, of Timpson.

The Panola Watchman
KENDERDINE, Kristen Taylor
Troy and Julie Kenderdine, of Carthage, would like to announce the birth of their daughter, Kristen Taylor. She was born at 6:01 p.m. August 23, 2001 at Longview Regional Medical Center, and weighed 5 lbs., 14 oz., and was 20 1/2 inches long. Proud grandparents are Tim and Karen Julian, of Carthage, and Arthur and Joy Kenderdine, of Center. Her great-grandparents are Doris Smith, of Carthage, Marvin Graves, of Longview, Lloyd and Marjorie Julian, of Dodge City, Kan., and Estel Bishop, of Center.

the Longview News Journal, Sunday, October 14, 2001
KILGORE, Courtney Nicole
Courtney Nicole Kilgore, 3 pounds, 9 ounces, Sept. 29, 2001 at Good Shepherd Medical Center; parents, David and Melissa Kilgore of Tatum; grandparents, Jimmy and Glenda Wallace of Tatum, Ronnie and Delia Kilgore of Hallsville; great-grandparents, Albert and Linda Wallace of Tatum, Eli and Mary Simmons of Brownsboro, Don and Carolyn Matter of Longview.

The Panola Watchman, Sunday, July 22, 2001
LANICEK, Austin David
Nathan and Jamie Lanicek, of Longview, are proud to announce the birth of their son, Austin David, born May 8, 2001 at Longview Regional Medical Center. He weighed 8 lbs., 12 oz., and was 21 1/2 inches long. His paternal grandparents are David and Rose Lanicek, of Carthage. Maternal grandparents are James Maxwell and Tammy Hazel, both of Longview. Paternal great-grandparents are the late Raymond Lanicek, of Dallas, Dorothy Sipes, of Mesquite, Jack Owens, of Longview, and Theresa Ward, of Athens. Maternal great-grandparents are Alvin and Janette Maxwell, of Ore City, and the late Jerry Henderson and Zo Henderson, both of Longview. His other relatives include his aunt Candace Lanicek, of Dallas and uncle Michael Lanicek, of Carthage.

The Panola Watchman
LAWS, Christian Bryce
Christian Bryce Laws, son of Chris and Brigitte Laws, was born August 2, 2001 at Good Shepherd Medical Center in Longview. He weighed 7 lbs., 5 oz., and was 19 inches long. He is the grandson of Charles and Michelle Buchanan, of Carthage , and Don and Connie Laws, of Smiths Grove, Kent. Great-grandparents are Braxton and Lucy Cash, of Carthage, Charles and Bennie Collins of Livingston, and Frances Conwell, of Monticello, Kent. Aunts and uncles are Chris and Sharlyt Smith, of Lufkin, Chuck Buchanan, of Carthage, Mike and Theresa Laws, of Bossier City, LA, and Ricky and Cherish Laws, of Colorado Springs, Colo.

The Panola Watchman, Sunday, July 29, 2001
LETTER, Shyenna Marie
Chace and Davi Jeaux Letter are happy to announce the arrival of their new baby sister, Shyenna Marie. She was born at 4:05 AM on May 31, 2001 at Good Shepherd Medical Center in Longview. She weighed 7 lbs., 4 oz. and was 19 1/2 inches long. Proud Mommy and Daddy are David and Shona Letter, of Carthage. Happy grandparents are Jerry and Joy Meaux, and Don and Ann Letter, of all of Carthage. Great-grandmother is Essie Foster, of Timpson. Shyenna was also welcomed into the world by numerous special aunts, uncles, cousins, and friends. The family would like to thank everyone for the prayers and faith.

the Longview News Journal, Sunday, October 14, 2001
MANION, William Archer
William Archer Manion, 8 pounds, 8 ounces, Sept. 28, 2001 at Good Shepherd Medical Center; parents, Shane and Beth Manion of Longview; grandparents, Bob and Bonnie Harris of Tatum, Duane and Carol Manion of Spokane, Wash; great-grandparents, Gladys Mills of Wenatchee, Wash.

The Panola Watchman
MASON, Kourtney Shannon Robert
Kourtney Shannon Robert Mason made his arrival on May 29, 2001 at 7:09 pm. He weighed 8 lbs., 5 1/2 oz., and was born at Nacogdoches Memorial Hospital. His proud parents are Kelly and Quincy Mason, of Gary. Grandparents are Brenda Cader, of Carthage, Buster Mason, of Sicily Island, LA, and Pam and Greg Windham, of Gary. Great-grandparents are Pete and Joyce Windham, of Center. Kourtney was welcomed into the world by his parents, grandparents, aunts, uncles, great-grandparents and numerous friends.

the Longview News Journal
MCFARLAND, Bradley Anson
Bradley Anson McFarland, 8 lb 5 oz, Nov 1, 2001, Laird Memorial Hospital in Kilgore, parents Scott McFarland and Kari Dodd both of Longview; grandparents Kathy Adamick and Phillip Adamick both of Bullard, Richard McFarland of Carthage; great grandparents Forrest Johnson of Whitehouse, Jakey Still and Juanita McFarland both of Kilgore.

The Panola Watchman
MCKNIGHT, Lane Ashton
ABC, 123 for now I have some one to play with me! Big brother Tye would like to announce the arrival of his new playmate, Lane Ashton. He was born at 7:06 a.m. June 13, 2001 at Good Shepherd Medical Center in Longview. He weighed 8 lbs., 6 oz., and was 20 inches long. Tye celebrated his second birthday on Sept. 15, 2001. Proud parents are Jeff and Bonnie McKnight, and brother Tye McKnight, all of Beckville. Lane was also welcomed home by his grandparents Larry and Deanna McKnight, Ricky and Janice McClellan, all of Carthage, and Robert and Janice Reed, of Beckville. Great-grandparents are Betty McKnight, and Floyd and Doris Bush, all of Carthage, and Zelda Reed, of Beckville.

the Longview News Journal
MOORE, Jordan Louise and Samantha Jo
Twins Jordan Louis and Samantha Jo Moore, 5 lb 11 oz and 4 lb 12 oz, Nov. 6, 2001 parents Mike Moore and Chonia May both of Tatum; grandparents, Tim and Jerry Arnold of Henderson, John and Johnnie Moore of Tatum; great grandparent Dovie Perry of Tatum.

The Panola Watchman
MOORE, Kaleb Michael
A new addition to the Moore family! Kaleb Michael Moore came into this world on February 27, 2001. Kaleb was born at 3:02 pm and weighed 6 lbs., 7 oz., and was 19 inches long. Proud parents are Michael and Angie Moore, of Colorado Springs, formerly of Beckville. He was welcomed home by his very excited big sister, Paige. Grandparents are Bill and Brenda Hutto, of Colorado Springs, Doug Moore and Margaret Sanchez, both of San Antonio. Great-grandparents are Gladys Evans and the late Robert Evans, of DeBerry, Tommy Hutto and the late Anita Hutto, of Beckville, Lola Lovett and the late Cecil Lovett, J.B. and Elsie Moore and the late Henry Faye Moore, all of Carthage. Kaleb is also loved by his Uncle Chad, of Carthage, Aunt Michelle, Uncle John, and cousin Christian Wacasey, of San Antonio.

the Longview News Journal
NAIL, Nolan Arthur
Nolan Arthur Nail, 8 lb 14 oz, Oct. 30, 2001, Good Shepherd Medical Center in Longview, parents Mark and Aileen Nail of Tatum; grandparents Aiza Crescioni of Plfugerville, Jaime and Mirian Costax of Ponce, P.R., V.I. and Neil Nail of Tatum; great grandparents Miguel and Luz Elva Crescioni of Orlando FL, Luis and Blanca Costas of Ponce.

The Panola Watchman
OLIVER, Hannah Ashley
Hannah Ashley Oliver was born on Feb. 1, 2001. She is daughter of Jason and Candy Oliver. Grandparents are Jody and Janette Pieper, and David and Sherry Bush. Great-grandparents are John and Gerry McDaniel.

The Panola Watchman
PARKS, Chad Edward
Chad Edward Parks was born October 6, 2001 and was welcomed home by his brother Blaine and his sister Britney. Chad weighed 5 lb and 11 oz and was 19 inches long. His parents are Chad and Debra Parks of Carthage; grandparents Edward and Donnette Parks of Clayton and Bill and Wanda Cockrell of Brookeland; great-grandparents Don and Judy Robinson of Clayton and Carson and Bea Parks of Carthage.

the Longview News Journal, Sunday, October 14, 2001
PETERSON, Brooke Erin and John Blake
Twins Brooke Erin and John Blake Peterson, Oct. 2, 2001 at Good Shepherd Medical Center; parents, Trent and Kellie Peterson of Carthage; grandparents, Larry and Jerrie Davis of Carthage, Clyde and Ann Hagen of Gonzales; great-grandparents, Maina and Jewel Poss, Lela Davis, all of Carthage.

The Panola Watchman
PIERCE, Shelley Leanne
James and Melody Pierce of Carthage are proud to announce the birth of their daughter Shelley Leanne Pierce. She was born at 2:18 pm, April 26, 2001, at Nacogdoches Medical Center. Shelley's proud grandparents are Marvin and Patty Walker, Larry and Tommie Hull all of Carthage, and Michael and Joyce Pierce of Monroe, LA. Aunts and uncles include Pam and Donnie Wills of Tenaha, Jennifer and Bubba Broadus, and Susie and James Wilkerson, all of Carthage.

the Longview News Journal, Sunday, September 30, 2001
ROSS, MaKenna Hope
MaKenna Hope Ross, 7 lb, 3 oz, Sept 19, 2001 at Good Shepherd Medical Center; parents Kirk and Karen Ross of Longview; grandparents Everett and Nettie Jo Beasley of Carthage, Don and Brenda McMullen of Longview; great-grandparents, Jewel Pinnell and Ovetra Boyd of Carthage.

the Longview News Journal
SAUCEDO, Jeliza Monique
Jeliza Monique Saucedo, 7 lb, 7 oz, Oct 29,2001, Good Shepherd Medical Center in Longview, parents Jose and Araceli Saucedo of Longview; grandparents Francisco and Maria Valdez of Tatum, Jose Rene and Irma Saucedo of Longview; great grandparents Estevan and Carmen Duran of McAllen, Cruz and Mercedes Martinez of Cd. Juarez, Mexico.

The Panola Watchman
SHARPE, Kassi Layne
Bo and Brandy Sharpe, of Carthage, are pleased to announce the birth of their daughter, Kassi Layne Sharpe, born at 11:33 a.m. September 11, 2001 at Willis Knighton South in Shreveport, La. She weighed 7 lbs., 12 oz. Kassi is the granddaughter of Rickey and Beatrice Bagley, and Rod Sharpe, and Sandra and Terry Alford, all of Carthage. Her great-grandparents are Beanus Shahan and the late H. B. "Buster" Shahan, of Logansport, Sue Bagley and the late J. F. "Bubbo" Bagley, Joyce and Bill Rogers and the late Andrew Sharpe, and the late Mr. and Mrs. Richard Sharpe, all of Carthage. Kassi's uncle is Casey Bagley; her aunt is Debbie Burson; and her cousin is Matthew Burson. Her great-aunt is Pauline Colmer.

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SIGMON, Logan Kasper
Logan Kasper Sigmon was born to Debbie and Jason Sigmon, of Plano, on April 30, 2001 at Medical Center in Plano. He weighed 7 lbs., 6 oz., and measured 19 3/4 inches long. His maternal grandparents are Betty and Donnie Kasper, of Carthage. Paternal grandparents are Ann and Bill Howell, of Buckner, Mo., and Harry Sigmon, of Trimble, Mo. He was welcomed home by his aunts and uncle Jenni Kasper, Pam and Dennis Hardy, and new little cousin Grant Hardy.

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SLANKARD, Michael Ryan
Kevin and Leigh Ann (Bush) Slankard, of Liberty, are pleased to announce the birth of their son, Michael Ryan Slankard born at 5:59 p.m. Sept. 6, 2001 at St. Joseph Hospital in Baytown. He weighed 9 lbs., 15.3 oz., and was 21 1/2 inches long. He was welcomed home by his big sister, Kay Leigh. His grandparents are Mike and Martha Bush, of Dayton; Great-grandparents are Woodrow and Lou Bush, of Nacogdoches. Great-great-grandparents are the late Alvin and Minnie Eakin Bush, of Carthage.

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STAMPS, Ryan Clay
Ryan and Kathryn Stamps, of Timpson, are pleased to announce the birth of their son, Ryan Clay Stamps, born at 7:47 p.m. August 30, 2001 at Nacogdoches Medical Center Hospital. He weighed 9 lbs., 12 oz. His grandparents are Emmett and Gayle Harvey, of Gary, Gerald S. Stamps, of Timpson, and Vicki Crump, of Liberty. Great-grandparents are Dot and David Bain, of Center, and the late Billy Ballard, Veston and Esther Marie Harvey, of Gary, and Cleona Laviolette and Avis and Gerald Stamps, all of Timpson.

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TAYLOR, Whitney Blair
Whitney Blair Taylor, 7 lb 4 oz, Sept 15, 2001 at Longview Regional Medical Center, parents Phil and Amy Taylor of Longview; grandparents Joe Turner of Carthage, John and Glennis Taylor of Orange; great-grandparent Clorine Mizell of Orange.

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TREVILLION, Tristan Shane
Tristan Shane Trevillion was born to Steve and Tracy Trevillion, of Carthage, on July 31, 2001 at Nacogdoches Medical Center. He weighed 6 lbs., and 6 oz. His paternal grandparents are Duke and Brenda Trevillion of Minden, LA, and Larry and Sharon Holt of Ruston, LA. Maternal grandparents are Sam and Tricia Coleman of Hallsville. Tristan has a very proud big sister, Kaylynn, age 7; and a big brother, Taylor, age 4.

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VANCE, Michael Brian
Michael Brian Vance, 6 lb 13 oz, Sept 19, 2001 at Good Shepherd Medical Center; parents Michael and Tracy Vance of Carthage; grandparents David and Christine Martin, Willie and Gail Vance of Carthage, Diane White of Arkansas.

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WAITES, Nathan Alan
Gwen Waites and Chris Konrad, of Carthage, are proud to announce the birth of their son, Nathan Alan Waites. He was born at 10:18 pm June 25, 2001 at Henderson Memorial Hospital. He weighed 6 lbs., 10 oz., and was 18 3/4 inches long. His brother is Stephen Lawless. His grandparents are David and Angela Waites, of Carthage and his great-grandparents are Ella Sherley, of Carthage, and Larry and Edith Waites, of Atlanta.

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WILLIAMS, Zoie Marie
Zoie Marie Williams, 9 lb 5 oz, Oct 19, 2001 at Good Shepherd Medical Center; parents: Jahrie and Keeley Williams of Hallsville; grandparents Ronnie and Delia Kilgore of Hallsville, Ricky and Rebecka Simmons of Tatum, Michael Williams of Hollandale MS, Glen and Linda Trehan of MS; great garndparents Joe and Ellie Tuttls of Hallsville and Butch Morgan of Longview.

WILLIS, Nathaniel James
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Joey and Amie Willis, of Dew, are proud to announce the birth of their son Nathaniel James Willis who was born at 7:15 a.m. August 9, 2001 at Plano Medical Center. He weighed 3 lbs., 6 oz., and was 16 inches long. He is the little brother of Noah Willis, of Dew. Grandparents are David and Betty Willis, of Dew, Mike and Gayle Almand, of Carthage. Great-grandparents are Josie Price, of Dew, James and Jean Smith, of Bossier City, Howard and Madeline Willis, of Buffalo, and Richard and Devaun Almand, of Carthage. He also has lots of aunts, uncles and cousins.