Dina Michelle Scioneaux

Dina Michelle (Ayo) Scioneaux was born August 20, 1969, in Irving, Texas to Allan Murphey Ayo, Jr. & Barbara Ann Eitle. She was employed by AT&T for a number of years and had lived in Freestone County with her husband and children for the past year.

Dina enjoyed an active lifestyle and was a “thrill-seeker.” She loved zip-lining, roller coasters and any other activities that provided a rush of excitement. Dina was a shining light to her family and friends always making life more enjoyable when she was near.

Dina passed away April 13, 2020 in Tyler, Texas following a prolonged illness. She was preceded in death by her mother, Barbara Ann Ray and uncle, Michael Ayo. Her surviving family includes devoted husband, Ronald Scioneaux; father, Allan Ayo, Jr. (Carol); sons, Alexander & Patrick Ayo; daughters, Andrea Holmes & Emily Ralston; brother, Allan Ayo, III; step-sisters, Vanessa & Tammy; step-brother, Andrew; aunt, Anita Kimbrell (Don) & uncle, Ed Ayo, as well as a host of close friends.

A private viewing will take place Friday, April 17, 2020, from 1 P.M. to 2 P.M. at Walters’ Buffalo Funeral Home in Buffalo, Texas. A private graveside service will follow at 2:30 P.M. at Oakwood Cemetery in Oakwood, Texas. Pastor Jack Smith, of Calvary Christian Center, will officiate the service.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Hospice of East Texas, 4111 University Blvd., Tyler, Texas 75701 or online at https://interland3.donorperfect.net/weblink/weblink.aspx?name=E114823&id=10

Arrangements are under the direction of Walters’ Buffalo Funeral Home in Buffalo, Texas.