Lilly Darlene Landrum

Lilly Darlene Landrum, beloved daughter of James and Vivian (Hughey) McDonald, passed away peacefully on the morning of March 12, 2026, in Texarkana, Texas. Born on May 22, 1936, in Lufkin, Texas, Lilly lived a full life of 89 years as a lifelong resident of the state. A devoted Baptist Christian, she spent many years working in day care, nurturing and caring for young children with the same warmth and dedication she showed her own family.

She was preceded in death by her parents, James and Vivian McDonald; her three children, Robert Earl Bennett, Jimmy Bennett, and Deborah Perkins; her brother Kenneth McDonald and sister Leveta McAdams; her nephew David McAdams; and her son-in-law Derrick Levias.

Lilly is survived by her children Angela Prickett (Sam) and Rebecca Levias; her grandchildren William, Matthew, and Grace; her nephews Edward McAdams and Joseph McAdams; along with many other grandchildren, family members, and friends. Those who knew her will cherish the memory of her gentle spirit and the loving legacy she leaves behind.