Mercy/McGowan Funeral Home

09/11/2025

Today, we pause to remember.
On this day in 2001, our nation changed forever. We remember the lives lost, the families forever impacted, and the brave men and women who ran toward danger to save others.

9/11 reminds us not only of the fragility of life, but also of the strength that rises when we come together in unity, compassion, and love. As we honor those we lost, let us also carry forward the spirit of kindness and resilience that was shown in the days that followed.

May we never forget, and may we continue to cherish every moment with those we love.

— From all of us at Mercy/McGowan Funeral Home

09/03/2025

Good morning! ☀️
Today we celebrate Kayla, whose dedication, compassion, and caring spirit shine through in all she does—whether it’s preparing obituaries for families or carefully handling the filing for the office.

Your hard work often goes unseen, but it never goes unnoticed. We are so grateful for the care and excellence you bring to every family we serve.

Wishing you a day filled with love, joy, and the same kindness you show to others every day. 💐💙

Happy Birthday, Kayla!

08/30/2025

🎉✨ Happy Birthday to Our Beloved Founder, Mrs. Vivian McGowan! ✨🎉

Today, we celebrate the life, vision, and dedication of a remarkable woman. Aunt Vivian, your faith, compassion, and leadership help lay the foundation for Mercy McGowan Funeral Home, and your legacy continues to shine through every life we serve.

On your special day, we honor not only the gift of your life but also the countless ways you’ve touched others with love and care. May this year bring you joy, strength, and the blessings you so richly deserve.

With love and gratitude,
Your Mercy McGowan Funeral Home Family 💐❤️
(sent with Balloons)

08/30/2025

***📢 Service Location Update***

At the request of the family, and in consideration of the weather, the graveside service for Victor Beaty has been relocated. To honor the wishes of the family, we are notifying the public of this change. The service will now take place at:

Rusk Civic Center
555 Euclid Street
Rusk, Texas 75785

We kindly ask everyone planning to attend to make note of this adjustment. Thank you for your understanding and for continuing to support the family during this time.

08/26/2025

With deep sympathy and sincere compassion, Mercy/McGowan Funeral Home announces the final funeral arrangements for Victor Lamour Beaty who departed this walk of life on August 21, 2025. Official obituary is pending.

We ask that you uplift the Beaty family in your thoughts and prayers in the days to come.

Respectfully,
Mercy/McGowan Funeral Home
“Never place a question mark where God has placed a period.”🕊️

08/22/2025

We’ve been hard at work behind the scenes continuing to move Mercy/McGowan Funeral Home forward so that we can better serve our community. From remodeling our chapel to restoring and honoring the original building of Mercy/McGowan, every step has been taken with care, prayer, and purpose.

We still have a lot of work to do, but we just wanted to give you a peek at what’s going on behind the scenes. Here are a few photos to share some of the progress.

We give all glory and thanks to GOD for what He has done and continues to do. And we say a heartfelt thank you to our community for standing with us every step of the way. Your support means more than words can express, and we remain committed to serving you with dignity, honor, respect,professionalism, but most of all, true and genuine love.
— Mercy/McGowan Funeral Home

08/16/2025

Happy Birthday to one of our own, Elvis, aka Uncle Buddy! We truly appreciate all that you do at Mercy/McGowan Funeral Home, from assisting families with care and respect to taking care of the many tasks, big and small, that help everything run smoothly. Your hard work, reliability, and positive spirit make a real difference every day. Wishing you a blessed year ahead, filled with health, happiness, and continued success. (sent with Balloons)

08/13/2025

Johnnie "John Wayne" Robertson's official obituary. Those wishing to offer condolences and share memories with the family may do so by clicking the link below.

Mr. Johnnie Wayne Robertson was born to the union of the late John Ben Session and Jereline Brooks Price on September 15, 1956, in Jacksonville, Texas. On Wednesday, August 6, 2025, he entered into "Eternal Rest". He is a graduate of the Jacksonville High School Class of 1975. After graduation, he a...

08/12/2025

With deep sympathy and sincere compassion, Mercy/McGowan Funeral Home announces the final funeral arrangements for
Mr. Johnnie “John Wayne” Robertson who departed this walk of life on August 6, 2025. Official obituary is pending.

We ask that you continue to uplift this family in your thoughts and prayers in the days to come.

Respectfully,
Mercy/McGowan Funeral Home
“Never place a question mark where God has placed a period.”🕊️