Category: Howe News Bulletin

Charles Roy Lynch, Charlie, Tuna, a beloved father, brother, papaw, pawpaw, pa-tun, uncle, and friend was born in Marion, Kentucky on July 19, 1944 to Roy and Leora Lynch. He went to be with the Lord at his home in Sherman, Texas on May 8, 2021. He grew up on an 800-acre farm in Crane Kentucky with his parents and four siblings.

He attended Kings Trail Cowboy Church in Whitewright, Texas where he was saved and accepted Jesus Christ as his Lord and savior. He was his grandchildren’s and great grandchildren’s biggest and loudest fan at their sporting events. He was known by all for his huge Tuna hugs, strong handshakes, and quick wit. He was a hard worker, everybody’s best friend, a hero to many, and loved with his whole heart and then some. He was a licensed meat cutter for many years and retired from Denison Walmart, where he considered many as family rather than coworkers. After retirement he worked at the City of Howe in the Public Works department where he became a well-known member of the community, as the old man in the funny hat that kept the grass cut and the city looking good. Tuna loved life, his family, his friends, his horses, watching and feeding his birds, going to the races, and junking. Tuna never met a stranger and would give the shirt off his back, but most of all he loved visiting with family and friends, telling stories, a good meal and would fight you over banana pudding. Tuna is preceded in death by his wife Pat Lynch, father Roy Lynch, mother Leora Lynch, brother Eddie Lynch, and sister Wanda Guess.

He is survived by his sister Kathy Schraer, her husband Wayne Schraer, and his brother Howard Lynch, and his wife Linda Lynch, four daughters Charmaine Tate, her husband Ken Tate, Sia Wangler, her husband Roger Wangler, DeVera Tillett, her husband Philip Tillett, and Tammy Grisolia, a papaw to 10 grandchildren, 18 great grandchildren, three great-great grandchildren, and two on the way.

The visitation will take place Sunday, May 16, 2021 from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. followed by the service on Monday, May 17, 2021 at 10:30 a.m. at Scoggins Funeral Home, 637 West Van Alstyne Parkway, Van Alstyne, Tx., with Pastor Joe Beshirs officiating. The burial will take place at Van Alstyne Cemetery. The Pallbearers are Rocky Ratcliff, Stephen Tillett, Andrew Amaro, Jacob Grisolia, Chris McClure, and Tad Kirchoff. Honorary Pallbearers are Bill Wright, and Bert Dowlen.

Services are under the direction of Scoggins Funeral Home & Crematory, 637 W Van Alstyne Parkway, Van Alstyne, Texas 75495. 903-482-5225. You may sign the online guest book at www.scogginsfuneralhome.com.

Katie Mae King, age 91, peacefully passed from this life on April 12, 2021 at home surrounded by family. 

Katie was born in Hedley, Texas, on February 4, 1930 to Allie and Charlie Koeninger. She graduated Valedictorian of Oklaunion High School in 1947. She then attended North Texas State Teacher’s College in Denton, Texas, and obtained a bachelor of science degree in Home Economics. 

After graduation in 1950, she moved to Howe, Texas, where she started her 27-year teaching career. Katie taught Home Economics early in her career. She also sponsored the Pep Squad, managed the school cafeteria, and sponsored the Future Homemakers of America Club. She was influential to many students, especially young women in developing life skills. In the 1970s, Katie obtained her master of science in Elementary Education from East Texas State University. After graduation, she then taught middle school math, science, and social studies until she retired.

She met the love of her life, Joe Clyde King, at the First United Methodist Church in Howe, Texas in 1950. She later married Joe at the same church. They were married for 66 years until Joe passed in 2018. 

Katie was an active member of the Howe First United Methodist Church. She was part of the Wesley Sunday school class, Wednesday Workers, and Methodist Women, as well as the Bereavement committee.

Katie cooked delicious pecan pies using pecans raised on the family farm. She would cook pies to donate every year to the Howe United Methodist Bazaar fundraiser. They always sold quickly! 

Katie loved family gatherings. They were a highlight of her retirement years. She loved holiday cooking and especially loved playing Scrabble with her children and grandchildren. Her vocabulary as a teacher made her a formidable opponent. In her later years, she used crossword puzzles to keep her mind sharp. They were her favorite hobby. 

Katie was also involved in the Delta Kappa Gamma and Red Hat Society. 

She is survived by her three daughters Kathie and husband Bruce Allen of Whitewright, Susan King of Plano, and Lesa and husband Terry Williams of Garland. She had 3 grandchildren, Karen (Allen) Seabourn and husband Justin of Azle, Texas, Stacy (Allen) Wilson and husband Jared of Garland, Texas, and Bailey Williams of Garland, Texas, as well as 4 great grandchildren, Brandon, Zoe, and Kendyll Seabourn, and Katie Wilson.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Joe, and her sister, Doris Nation.

Arrangements are under the direction of Waldo Funeral Home. The register book can be signed online at www.waldofuneralhome.com/obituary/katie-king.    

The family requests in lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in Katie’s memory to Howe United Methodist Church or to the charity of your choice. 

A celebration of life will be held on Saturday, May 1, 2021 at 1:00 PM at the First United Methodist Church in Howe, Texas.