John Buck Scarborough

John Buck Scarborough, age 87, passed away peacefully at his home on Feb. 5, 2026, in Brushy Creek after a lengthy illness. He was born on Dec. 19, 1938, in Palestine to parents Ezem Gillam Scarborough and Genever Holcomb Scarborough.

Graveside services celebrating the life of John Buck will be held at 2 p.m. on Saturday, Feb. 14, 2026, at Hopewell Cemetery in Brushy Creek with Doyle Wood officiating.

Visitation will take place from 1:30 to 2 p.m., before the service.

He was a graduate of LaPoynor High School, Henderson County Junior College and earned a teaching degree from SFA University. He went on to teach high school math at LaPoynor ISD for 42 years. John Buck was a lifelong member of First Christian Church of Montalba.

He was an avid hunter, especially loved hunting dove and quail. His love for horses always had him breaking colts, riding and team roping. However, his greatest pastime was working on his ranch and raising his livestock.

He is preceded in death by his parents Ezem and Genever Scarborough, and brother and sister-in-law, E.G. and Christene Scarborough.

John Buck is survived by his loving wife of 40 years Theresa Gail White Scarborough; son Billy and wife Kendra Scarborough; granddaughter Katy and husband Kyle Weatherford; great granddaughter Kenly Weatherford; daughter Karen and husband Mick Roberts; grandson Trey and wife Natalie Gould; granddaughter Michaela Ellis;  great grandsons Maddox and Maverick Gould; special friend and team roping partner Jim Turnage (DeeDee); special cousin Jan Scarborough and several nieces, nephews and other family members who will miss him deeply.

The family wished to send a special thanks to the staff of Heart to Heart Hospice, especially Larami and Griselda.

(Information for this obituary obtained from a post by Rhone Funeral Home, Palestine.)

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Austin Rackley

A funeral service for Austin Rackley, 28, of Frankston is scheduled for 10 a.m., Saturday, Feb. 21, 2026, at the First Baptist Church in Frankston with Rev. Scott Wiley officiating. He will be laid to rest at Starr Cemetery in Elkhart.

Visitation will be held Friday, Feb. 20, 2026, from 6-8 p.m., at Autry Funeral Home in Frankston.

Austin was born on Nov. 7, 1997, to Justin and Angela (Starr) Rackley and passed away on Feb. 14, 2026.

Austin had a gift for making people feel seen, welcomed, and cared for. He was never happier than when he was surrounded by friends, sharing laughs and creating memories. His smile could light up any room he walked into. Austin had a way of stepping into other people’s struggles as if they were his own; he would work tirelessly until he found a way to help make things right. His compassion wasn’t a trait he turned on and off; it was simply who he was.

His faith was a steady part of his life and he poured that same heart into being part of a DFW men’s group and Bible study that became a place of connection and encouragement for others. Among his favorite roles was being the “funcle” to his nieces and nephews, a title he wore proudly and lived up to with every joke, adventure and moment of joy he shared with them.

Austin was preceded in death by his grandfather  C.R. “Tex” Rackley, and his sister Stephanie Rackley.

Left to cherish his memory are his parents; brother Cody Rackley and wife Devon, of Hawaii; Brandon Kula and wife Molly, of Massachusetts; Wade Rackley and fiancée Emily of Frankston; grandparents, Roy and Judy Starr of Frankston; grandmother Carol Rackley; and eight nieces and nephews.

Pallbearers will be Brandon Kula, Wade Rackley, Jake Russell, Cole Phillips, Jase Harris and Josh Morris.

Honorary pallbearers are Cody Pickard and Justin Williams.

Charlsey Oneta Bragg

 Services for Charlsey Oneta Bragg, age 93 of Palestine will be held at 11 a.m. Friday, Feb. 27, 2026 at Wofford Cemetery in Frankston with Rev. J. Darryl Conner officiating. A visitation will be held from 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 26, 2026 at Bailey & Foster Funeral Home, Palestine.

 She was born Oct. 9, 1932 in Anderson County to Charlie Cecil Crawford and Nora Beatrice Ginsel Crawford. She passed away on Monday, Feb. 23, 2026.

Mrs. Bragg worked for Walmart as a telephone operator. She was a member of Bassett Road Baptist Church. Mrs. Bragg loved to read, cook and gardening but most of all she loved enjoying her family.

 Mrs. Bragg was preceded in death by her husband Thurman Bragg; her parents; granddaughter Jennifer Jackson; brothers Charles Crawford, George Crawford and sister Joyce Wilson.

She is survived by her daughters Judy Gunnels and husband Larry, Debora Wesson and husband James (Gene); sons Brandon Bragg, Ronald Bragg and John Bragg; sisters Abbie Hamby and husband Tom, Linda Hill and husband David, Bettie Baird; brother Donald Crawford and wife Iva Lou; 11 grandchildren, numerous great-grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews. 

 Those honored to serve as pallbearers will be Justin Bragg, James Wesson Jr., Russell Wesson, Travis Wesson, Donny Gunnels, Jarrett Gunnels and Daniel Gunnels. 

George Elrod McIntyre

Services for George Elrod McIntyre, age 79, of Palestine will be held at 3 p.m. Sunday, March 1, 2026 at First Methodist Church with Rev. Geoff Lightsey officiating. Visitation will be held from 2 to 3 p.m. prior to service. Burial will follow in Olive Branch Cemetery.

Mr. McIntyre passed away Tuesday, Feb. 24, 2026 at Trucare Living Center, in Palestine. 

George Elrod McIntyre passed away on Feb. 24, 2026. He was born to George W. and Faye Elrod McIntyre on Jan. 2, 1947.

George and his family moved to Palestine in 1955 and he lived the rest of his life in the Palestine/Anderson County area. George attended school in Palestine from first grade through high school graduating from PHS in 1965. He attended Lon Morris College in Jacksonville and received his Associates Degree in 1967. Following Lon Morris, George attended Stephen F. Austin State University where he received his Bachelor of Science degree in education and math in 1969. Later he earned his Master’s Degree of Education in English and Speech in 1972, also from Stephen F. Austin.

George began his career as a teacher at Palestine ISD and taught Junior High math and speech for 20 years. He left the teaching profession to start a career in real estate with Century 21/Pace McDonald in Palestine. He was a real estate agent for many years, most recently with Hibbard Real Estate, also in Palestine.

For as long as he was able, George was an active member at First Methodist Church of Palestine. He loved music and sang in the choir as well as giving occasional solo specials during worship. George chaired the Worship Committee for several years helping plan special services as well as regular worship times.

Two other areas George enjoyed serving include the Anderson County Historical Commission and the Brushy Creek Arbor Services.

George was preceded in death by his parents.

He is survived by his aunt Mary Jo Elrod of Tyler, several cousins and a host of longtime friends.

Memorial gifts may be made to the Building Fund at First Methodist Church – Palestine.

(Information for this obituary was obtained from a post by Bailey & Foster Funeral Home in Palestine.)

Sue Grindstaff

A funeral service for Willie Sue (Bentley) Grindstaff, 83, of Frankston is scheduled for 10 a.m., Friday, Feb. 6, 2026, at Autry Funeral Home in Frankston with Bro. Mike Garret officiating. Visitation will begin one hour before the service. She will be laid to rest at Garden Oaks Cemetery in Berryville.

Sue was born on Jan. 22, 1943, in Anniston, Alabama, and passed away on Feb. 1, 2026, in Frankston.

Sue had a spirit that lit up every room she entered. She loved to two-step to old country music. The casino was another place where she came alive. She loved to gamble, laugh and enjoy the thrill of the moment.

She was also a wonderful cook and taught her daughter-in-law how to cook, passing down the kind of knowledge that comes from years of love poured into a kitchen. Everyone looked forward to her pinto beans and cornbread, a simple dish made unforgettable in her hands.

Sue was preceded in death by her parents; husband J.B. Grindstaff; son James Gray; three brothers; and two sisters.

Left to cherish her memory are her son Billy Lewis and wife Kelly; daughter Donna Pennington; grandchildren Billy, Melissa and fiancé Tommy, James Jr., Samantha, Josh, Tamara, Briana and husband Jason and Jacob; great-grandchildren Emma, Lucas, Liam, James III, Jason and Aurelia; and numerous nieces and nephews.