Wise
County Messenger Obituaries |
The following obituaries are in alphabetical
order by last name.
(use the "searcher" on page https://www.wisecountytexas.info/
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Ragle,
Tommy George |
1939-2017
Published
Wednesday, November 15, 2017
Tommy George Ragle
Tommy George Ragle, 78, died Thursday, Nov. 9, 2017.
Funeral was Nov. 13 at Newark Church of Christ. Burial followed at Aurora
Cemetery.
Tommy was born Sept. 10, 1939, in Olney to George and Hazel Ragle. He proudly
served in the U.S. Army and was a collector of military memorabilia and knives.
He was a faithful member of Newark Church of Christ for decades, where he was
known to always be a helping hand. He loved his church. Whether it be mowing or
making a repair, he was there to help. Even in the last days, he prayed for
those that were in need.
Tommy was preceded in death by his parents.
He is survived by his wife, Pat; children Julie Maceyra, Martha Martin and Mark
Long; grandchildren Amber, Steven, Joshua, Rebecca and Miranda; and
great-granddaughter Evie.
Ranta,
Carin Lynn |
1966-2017
Published
Saturday, May 13, 2017
Carin Lynn Ranta, 50,
of Haslet, died Thursday, May 4, 2017, in Kaufman.
Graveside service is 11 a.m. Saturday, May 13, at Oaklawn Cemetery in Decatur
with the Rev. Jerry Hood officiating.
Carin was born Nov. 9, 1966, in Cherry Point, N.C., to Donald and Dolores
(Robinson) Ranta. Carin was an equine worker on a horse ranch. She was a member
of the Baptist church.
She is survived by her mother, Dolores Ranta of Haslet; sisters Kim Brown of
Haslet, Janet Shoppell and husband, Paul, of Grandview, Dawn McConnell and
husband, Darrin, of Boyd, Della Hart and husband, Michael, of Richland Hills and
Amanda Ranta of Haslet; and numerous nieces, nephews and friends.
Rasco,
Alice (Thomarrson) |
1934-2017
Published
Saturday, April 22, 2017
Alice Rasco, 82, of
Cottondale, died Tuesday, April 18, 2017.
Memorial service is 2 p.m. Saturday, April 22, at the First Baptist Church of
Cottondale with the Rev. Charles Pugh officiating.
Alice was born Oct. 31, 1934, to Roy and Nanny (King) Thomarrson. She was a
longtime member of the First Baptist Church of Cottondale. She enjoyed cooking,
reading, crocheting and watching cooking shows.
Alice is preceded in death by her husband, W.L. “Bill” Rasco; her parents;
and one brother.
She is survived by her children, Mark Rasco and wife, Carol, Bruce Rasco and
wife, Vera, and Kim Herbert and husband, Jim; sister Earlene Carnley; seven
grandchildren; 10 great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and
friends.
Rather,
James Roland ‘Jim’
|
Published
Wednesday, June 14, 2017
James Rather
James “Jim” Roland Rather, 73, died Sunday, June 4, 2017, in Katy.
Jim was born Feb. 3, 1944, in Comanche, Okla., to Jessie Frances Bennett and
Samuel Roland Rather. He married Karoline March 23, 1987. Jim and Karoline
settled in Houston in 1996 and then later in Katy.
Jim was a Vietnam War veteran who served his country for many years, in the U.S.
Navy and as a member of the 101st Airborne in the U.S. Army. He was a retired
truck driver, avid hunter and fisherman.
He was a simple man who loved the simple things in life — his family and his
dogs, Jada and Foo-Foo. Jim loved his kids with all his heart. He tried to make
sure his entire family felt loved and special at all times, especially when he
would make “surprise” visits to take his kids to dinner. He believed in
letting his children find their own way but was never more than a phone call
away with advice.
Jim is survived by his wife; son Dusty Rather of Katy; daughters Jamie Rather
Baird and husband, Jason, of Alvord, Jennifer Rather of Alvord, Joy McDowell of
Katy and Kristi Rather and her partner, Kelley Gildersleeve, of Clarksville,
Tenn.; grandchildren Tyler Hicks, Aubrey Baird, Selma Dunn and Emiliee Dunn, all
of Alvord, Michelle Manuel and husband, Lawrence, and Jacquelene Fox and
husband, Jason; and great-grandchildren Javon, Cameron and Kennedie Manuel of
Katy and Chelsea Fox of Norge, Okla.
Rawle,
Jerry Elton ‘J.R.’
| 1934-2017
Published
Wednesday, January 18, 2017
Jerry Rawle
Jerry “J.R.” Elton Rawle, 82, of Celeste, died Monday, Jan. 16, 2017, in
Greenville.
Service will be 2 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 19, at Legacy Pointe Central Baptist
Church in Whitesboro with the Rev. Joe Patterson officiating. Burial will follow
at Oakwood Cemetery.
Visitation is one hour prior to the service at the church.
Jerry was born Oct. 23, 1934, to W.D. and Oma Jewel Nikirk Rawle in Decatur,
where he was raised and attended school. He married Joy Elaine Rutherford Jan.
28, 1955. Jerry was a longtime employee of Hobbs Trailer in Dallas and later
retired from National Trailer Sales.
Jerry and Joy lived many years in Grapevine where they were faithful members of
Bethel Baptist Church for more than 30 years before retiring to live at Lake
Texoma.
He is survived by his wife; daughters Faith Patrick and husband, Douglas, of
Haltom City and Angela Wilson and husband, James, of Celeste; sister Melba Jean
Rawle Haney and husband, Edwin, of Decatur; sister-in-law Billie Rawle of
Decatur; grandchildren Glenna Patrick, Jerri Watts and husband, Michael, Stephen
Wilson and wife, Jeri, David Wilson and wife, Bethany, and Paul Patrick;
great-grandchildren Mimi Watts, Walker Wilson and Timothy Wilson; and several
nephews and nieces.
Memorial donations may be made to Legacy Point Central Baptist Church, P.O. Box
247, Whitesboro, TX 76273.
Raygoza,
Vida | 2015-2017
Published
Saturday, September 23, 2017
Vida Raygoza
Vida Raygoza, 2, of Decatur, died Sunday, Sept. 17, 2017, at Cooks Children’s
Medical Center in Fort Worth.
Graveside service was Sept. 22 at Oaklawn Cemetery in Decatur.
Jones Family Funeral Home in Decatur handled arrangements.
Vida was born June 10, 2015, in Decatur to Felipe Raygoza and Samara Ortega
Raygoza.
She was preceded in death by her brother, Saul Raygoza.
She is survived by her parents; sister Miriam Raygoza; grandparents Maria and
Ignacio Ortega and Isauro and Carmen Raygoza; uncles Jose Ortega, Valente
Ortega, Salvador Raygoza and Francisco Raygoza; aunts Christina Ortega, Mayra
Ortega, Maura Ortega and Lennis Raygoza; and numerous cousins.
Read,
Harold | 1928-2017
Published
Wednesday, November 8, 2017
Harold Read
Harold Read, 89, of Paradise, died Friday, Nov. 3, 2017, in Paradise.
Funeral was Nov. 7 at Hawkins Funeral Home in Bridgeport with the Rev. Jim
Taylor officiating. Burial followed at Paradise Cemetery.
Pallbearers were Ryan Ooten, Rick Read, Gary Barnett, Jason Read, Bud Read and
Tom Bridges.
Harold was born Aug. 9, 1928, in Paradise to John Dixon and Irene (Pike) Read.
He marred Dorotha Morehead March 9, 1952, in Chico. He served his country in the
U.S. Army and was stationed in Korea and Japan. He was awarded the Korean
Service medal with four bronze service stars, Bronze star with “V” devise,
Japan Army occupation medal, and a Combat Infantry badge. Once he was out of the
Army, he returned to Paradise, where he drove a truck for Austin Powder Co. and
later retired after 32 years of driving for the company.
He was preceded in death by his parents; great-grandson Braylon Shetter;
brothers Earnest Read, J.D. Read, Marvin Read and Leon Read; sisters Lorene
Read, Peggy Calvert and Pauline Carlton.
He is survived by his wife; sons Duane Read and wife, Marilyn, of Decatur and
Mitchell Read and wife, Debbie, of Paradise; daughter Lori Dolak and husband,
George, of Bedford; grandchildren Jason Read and wife, Tiffany, Amanda Shetter
and husband, David, Melissa Read, Scott Read, David Scott Herrera and fianc e,
Christy, and Sam Dolak; 15 great-grandchildren; brother Bill Read and wife,
Bobby, of Paradise; sisters Patsy McClure and husband, David, of Mesquite and
Geneva Hudson of Decatur; and numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.
Reedy,
Billie Rita (Hurford)
| 1934–2017
Published
Wednesday, August 23, 2017
Billie Rita Hurford
Reedy, 82, of Alvord, died Saturday, Aug. 19, 2017, in Decatur.
Billie Reedy, May
1963
Funeral was Aug. 21 at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints in
Decatur with Bishop Richard Gillespie officiating. Graveside service followed at
Murray Cemetery.
Morrison Funeral Home of Graham handled arrangements.
Billie was born Dec. 5, 1934, at Woodson to Alma Nita (Gardner) and William Ball
Hurford. She married Elvie Leon Reedy Dec. 24, 1951. In addition to being a
homemaker, Billie was active in church service and loved family history
research, spending thousands of hours, along with her husband Leon, documenting
their family trees, preserving and identifying old photographs, writing letters,
and visiting libraries and cemeteries.
She excelled in both academics and sports, serving as captain of her high school
baseball, volleyball and basketball teams. Billie was part of the Breckenridge
Belles Softball Team that went to the National Women’s Softball Tournament in
Phoenix in 1950. She also enjoyed needlework and sewing, making many beautiful
quilts and sewing most of her girls’ dresses when they were young, as well as
many of her own.
She loved to read and was very organized, making her home a pleasant and
inviting place for all. In addition, her dry wit, her loving concern for those
around her and her love for the Lord endeared her to family and friends.
Billie was preceded in death by her parents; brothers Gary Thomas Hurford and
William Ball Hurford Jr.; and sister Helen Dolores (Hurford) Sullivan.
She is survived by her husband of 65 years; children Lavonda and Jerry Johnson,
Steve and Ruth Reedy, Lana and Stephen Dahlbo, Jay and Laura Reedy and John and
Mabel Reedy; brothers Don Michael Hurford Sr. and Ronald Kim Hurford; 21
grandchildren; and 42 great-grandchildren.
Resendis,
Jade Alexis Tiago |
1999-2017
Published
Wednesday, March 15, 2017
Jade Resendis
Jade Alexis Tiago Resendis, 17, died Saturday, March 11, 2017, in San Antonio,
Texas.
Graveside service is 1 p.m. Wednesday, March 15, 2017, at Fairview Cemetery. The
family will receive friends 10 a.m. to noon prior to service at Hawkins Funeral
Home in Decatur.
Rev. David Lowrie will officiate.
Jade was born on April 7, 1999 in San Antonio.
She is survived by her adopted parents, Luis and Cleusa Resendis of Rhome;
biological mother, Adela Arguello of San Antonio; sisters, Lucette Resendis of
Rhome, Faith of Oklahoma, Serenity of San Antonio; brothers, Henry of San
Antonio, Xavier of San Antonio; and a host of friends.
Rhea,
Tommy | 1946-2017
Published
Saturday, July 15, 2017
Tommy Rhea
Tommy Rhea, 70, of Runaway Bay, died Tuesday, July 11, 2017, in Runaway Bay.
Memorial service is 10 a.m. Saturday, July 29, at the First United Methodist
Church in Decatur with Dr. Tommy Brumett officiating.
Hawkins Funeral Home in Decatur is handling arrangements.
Tommy was born Dec. 4, 1946, in Borger to Joe and Wanda (Derrick) Rhea. He
married Carolyn Juanita Moore Oct. 28, 1970, in Borger.
Tommy retired as a special education director of Wise County schools. He was a
member of the First United Methodist Church in Decatur, the Masonic Lodge and
Bridgeport Lions Club. He was a former Runaway Bay City Council member and
played Buffalo Bill Cody in the Off 380 Player’s production of “Annie Get
Your Gun.”
Tommy is survived by his wife of 46 years; daughter Autumn Carpenter and
husband, Chris, of Kingwood; son Dylan Rhea and wife, Briana, of Costa Mesa,
Calif.; grandchildren Aidan and Charlie Carpenter; his mother; nephew Russell
Rhea and wife, Denise, of Borger; and friends.
Memorial donations may be made to Decatur Library Foundation or the National
Pancreatic Cancer Foundation, bit.ly/2tUfD0E.
Rhine,
Bettye (Stevenson) |
1926-2017
Published
Saturday, June 24, 2017
Bettye Stevenson
Rhine, 90, of Decatur, died Tuesday, June 20, 2017, in Decatur.
Graveside service is 10:30 a.m. Saturday, June 24 at Oaklawn Cemetery with the
Rev. Brian Bosworth officiating.
There is no set visitation.
Hawkins Funeral Home in Decatur is handling arrangements.
Bettye was born Oct. 1, 1926, in Vernon to Jesse and Gladys Stevenson. She
married Thurman Charles Rhine July 27, 1946, in Dallas. Bettye was a member of
the First Methodist Church in Decatur.
She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband; brothers Ray and Bill
Stevenson; and sisters Bobbie Johnson and Ruby Stevenson.
She is survived by her daughter Manda Conklin and her husband, Kenneth, of
Norman, Okla.; son Stephen Rhine and wife, Christian, of New Orleans, La.;
granddaughters Paige Parkinson and husband, Josh, of Portland, Ore., and Katie
Conklin-Kidder and husband, Matt, of Oklahoma City, Okla.; grandsons Austin
Rhine of Broken Arrow, Okla., and Grayson and Zakk Rhine of New York, N.Y.;
great-grandsons Anson and Sebastian Rhine of Broken Arrow, Okla., and Whit
Parkinson of Portland, Ore.; and sister Rita Bedford of White Settlement.
Rhine,
Jerry Ray | 1946-2017
Published
Saturday, March 4, 2017
Jerry Rhine
Jerry Ray Rhine, 70, of Justin, died Monday, Feb. 20, 2017, in Justin.
His ashes will be buried at Pleasant Grove Cowboy Cemetery in a plot next to his
mother, Frankie Miller Smith.
Jerry was born Sept. 8, 1946, in Decatur. He was the third child of six born to
Arthur Claude Rhine Jr. and Frankie Lee Miller.
He graduated from Pampa High School in 1965 and started an apprenticeship as a
sheet metal worker and was a member of Sheet Metal Local 68. He worked in this
field for 43 years until his retirement in 2008. He was a talented metal
fabricator and enjoyed tinkering with metal and wood during his retirement,
creating unique gifts for his family and friends.
Jerry was preceded in death by his parents; brothers Charles, Ronnie and Art;
and his sister Claudia Marion.
He is survived by his sister and brother-in-law, Joy and Gary Cogburn; daughters
Stacey Kay Rhine Brown and Geri Beth Rhine Smith; son-in-law Matthew Smith;
grandchildren Katelyn, Conner and Cameron Burks and Benjamin, Jared and Samuel
Smith; and many nephews and nieces.
Rhoades,
Rex Wayne | 1950-2017
Published
Wednesday, August 2, 2017
Rex Rhoades
Rex Wayne Rhoades, 66, of Alvord, died Friday, July 28, 2017, in Decatur.
No services are scheduled at this time.
Hawkins Funeral Home in Bridgeport is handling arrangements.
Rex was born Oct. 17, 1950, in Amity, Mo., to Wayne and Connie (Baker) Rhoades.
He married Lynn Knagge June 23, 1998, in Bullhead City, Ariz. He was a retired
truck driver.
Rex was preceded in death by his parents.
He is survived by his wife of 28 years; son Dustin Rhoades of Missouri; daughter
Crystal Estrella and husband, Brandon, of Arizona; grandson Raine Estrella of
Arizona; sister Jo Smith of Bowie; and other family members and friends.
Rhodes,
Nicholas Chance |
2000-2017
Published
Saturday, July 8, 2017
Nicholas Rhodes
Nicholas Chance Rhodes, 17, of Boyd, died Thursday, July 6, 2017, in Cottondale.
Funeral is 11 a.m. Tuesday, July 11 at First Baptist Church in Boyd with
Brothers Terry Terry, Charles Pugh, J.D. Weido and Jacob Luman officiating.
Burial will follow at Boyd Cemetery.
Family will receive friends 6 to 8 p.m. Monday at the First Baptist Church in
Boyd.
Hawkins Funeral Home in Boyd is handling arrangements.
Pallbearers will be Colby Cox, Jacob Robinson, Kaleb Cook, Dakota Moon, Arturo
Licea, Reggie Contreas, Ethan Holley, Rendy Lamance, Matthew Carrizales and
Ashton Smith.
Nicholas was born Jan. 24, 2000, in Fort Worth to Mark and Katy (Kemper) Rhodes.
He played football and was a powerlifter at Paradise High School. Nicholas was a
member of Friendship Baptist Church. He loved fishing and hunting.
He was preceded in death by his mother; and grandfathers Sonny Rhodes and Robert
Kemper.
He is survived by his parents, Terry and Cindy Terry of Boyd; his father, Mark
Rhodes of Alabama; sister, Maddilyn Terry of Boyd; grandmother, Joyce Tennesen
of California; grandparents, Mary and Robert Parker of Alabama, Don and Vicki
Booth of Louisiana and Laurin Terry of San Antonio; and numerous aunts, uncles,
cousins, extended family and many, many friends.
In lieu of flowers please consider making a donation to the memorial fund at
Wells Fargo in Boyd.
Riederer,
Mark Anthony |
1961-2017
Published
Saturday, October 21, 2017
Mark Anthony Riederer
Mark Anthony Riederer, 55, of Justin died Thursday, Oct. 12, 2017, in Fort
Worth.
Service is 11 a.m. Friday, Oct. 27, at St. Rita Catholic Church in Fort Worth.
Hawkins Funeral Home in Decatur is handling arrangements.
Mark was born Oct. 19, 1961, in Omaha, Neb., to Michael and Edythe (Marreel)
Riederer. He married Linda Henry Sept. 25, 1990, in Hurst. Mark was an engineer
for Verizon.
He was preceded in death by his mother.
He is survived by his wife of 27 years, Linda Riederer of Justin; sons Eli
Riederer of Denton and Anthony Fontana of Justin; grandchild Gabriel Fontana of
Justin; his father, who lives in Fort Worth; sisters Dawn Melman and husband,
Rick, and Amy Riederer of Joshua; brother Sean Riederer; niece Crystal (Riederer)
Bambeck of Roanoke; nephews Zachary Melman and Christian Melman; and many
friends.
Memorial donations may be made to Boy Scout Troop 931, 205 N. Jackson Ave.,
Justin, TX 76247 or St. Rita Catholic Church, 5550 E. Lancaster Ave., Fort Worth
TX 76112.
Riley,
Casper | 1927-2017
Published
Wednesday, April 5, 2017
Casper Riley
Casper Riley, 89, of Forestburg, died Tuesday, March 21, 2017, in Forestburg.
Funeral was March 25 in the Becker-Rabon Funeral Home with the Rev. Juan F.
Rodriguez officiating. Burial with military honors followed at Sunset Memorial
Gardens in Lawton, Okla.
Casper was born July 10, 1927, in Lawton to James Benson “Shake” and Ethel
Orene (Cowley) Riley. He was raised in Lawton with his six brothers and three
sisters.
If you knew the Riley family, you had at one point been on the receiving end of
one of their many pranks. Casper carried on that family tradition throughout his
life and never lost the joy of getting one over on you or giving you a good
laugh.
In 1945, he was drafted into the U.S. Army and served until the end of World War
II. After his service, he worked for People’s Ice Co. He delivered 100-pound
bags of ice to businesses all over Lawton.
Casper married Patsy Anderson Aug. 11, 1951, in Lawton. They remained married
until her death in 1996.
In 1960, they moved to Dallas where Casper went to work for the Mobil Oil Co.
until he got his own service station in Irving that he operated for 27 years.
After his retirement, the couple moved to Springtown. He was always there for
any friend or relative who needed a job or help to get on their feet. Many times
he even opened up his home for those in need.
Casper was mechanically inclined and often tinkered with anything he could take
apart and put back together. He was very good at this.
In his later years, he loved to garden, but his world revolved around his
grandsons and great-grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by his parents; his wife; son Johnny Riley; nine
siblings, including Walter Riley and wife, Francis, Verlon Riley, Gruman Riley
and wife, Irene, Kenneth Riley and wife, Dorothy, Troy Riley, Leo Riley, Opal
Moore and husband, Pee Wee, Tressie Rhodes and husband, Tink, and Mildred Ellis
and husband, Jimmy.
He is survived by son Steve Riley and wife, Valerie, of Forestberg; grandsons
Jacob Riley of Texas, Jeff Riley and Maxine of Portland, Ore. and Jeremy Riley
and Bree of Ozona; great-grandchildren Christian Riley, Noble Riley, Gigi Riley
and Shake Riley; and numerous other nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives
and friends.
Roberts,
Jerry David |
1944-2017
Published
Saturday, October 28, 2017
Jerry D. Roberts
Jerry D. Roberts, 73, died Sunday, Oct. 22, 2017, in Decatur.
He was born May 10, 1944, in Lewisville to France and Margie V. Calvert Roberts.
Jerry worked for Bluff View Dairy and the City of Lewisville, where he retired
after 29 years in August 2010.
Jerry married Betty Roberts Jan. 30, 1965, in Lewisville.
He is preceded in death by his father; half-brother George; and half-sister Oda
Rocket.
He is survived by his wife; daughters Marca Jane Nowlin and husband, Richie and
Erica Jane Puckett and husband, Mark; sons Jeffrey David and Jerry Dana Roberts;
grandson Colton Nowlin; mother; sister Jean Roberts Hamilton and husband, Jim;
brother-in-law Bob Lovgren and wife, Sandy; nieces Samantha Crawford and
husband, Lee and Margaret Lovgren; nephews Jimmy Hamilton and wife, Heather and
Carl Lovgren.
Jerry dedicated his body to UT Southwestern to help in research.
Roberts,
Joyce Janette (French)
| 1947-2017
Published
Saturday, May 6, 2017
Joyce Roberts-French
Joyce Janette Roberts-French, 69, died Wednesday, April 12, 2017, in Grapevine.
Memorial service is 4 p.m. Sunday, May 7, at Chisholm Park, 2200 Norwood Dr., in
Hurst with the Rev. Troy Stewart officiating.
Joyce was born Aug. 6, 1947, in Fort Worth to Mannie Belle and Homer Lee French.
Joyce was not only a bubbly, happy person, but also a wonderful daughter, a
caring sister, a nurturing mother and a loving wife. She retired from Aircraft
Supply and was an avid Elvis Presley fan.
Joyce is survived by her daughters, Tammy Roberts, Robin Roberts-Taylor and
husband, Tori, and Angie Roberts-Contreras and husband, Xavier; grandchildren
Zakery, Steven, Tristen, Chris, Felix, Chance, Alexis, Gabriel and Gage; and
numerous extended family members and friends.
Roberts,
Katherine Clewell (Voris)
| 1940-2017
Published
Saturday, November 4, 2017
Katherine Clewell
Roberts, 77, of Decatur, died Wednesday, Nov. 1, 2017, in Fort Worth.
Hawkins Funeral Home in Decatur in handling arrangements.
Katherine was born June 15, 1940, in Santa Paul, Calif., to Carl and Juanita
(Tinkle) Voris. She married Kelly Roberts July 1, 1988, in Tucson, Ariz.
Katherine retired as a loan officer. She was a devoted Jehovah Witness.
She was preceded in death by her parents; and son David Poole.
Katherine is survived by her husband of 29 years; son W. Guy Poole of Grass
Valley, Calif.; grandchildren Emily Poole and Wyatt Poole; sister Elizabeth
Marie Buchroeder of Pine Mountain Club, Calif.; and numerous nephews and
friends.
Robertson,
Elizabeth Gail (Beeman)
| 1951-2017
Published
Saturday, June 24, 2017
Elizabeth Robertson
Elizabeth Gail Beeman Robertson, 65, died Monday, June 19, 2017.
Funeral services were Friday, June 23 at Opal Cemetery in Wise County.
Gail was born July 10, 1951, to William “Bill” and Delores Phillips Beeman.
She graduated from Everman High School and worked together with her husband for
34 years at Sam’s Vinyl Tops in Fort Worth and Boyd. She was a loving and
devoted wife, mother and sister.
Gail is survived by her devoted husband of 34 years, Sam W. Robertson Jr.; her
mother; daughter Miranda Rangel; son Sam W. Robertson III; brothers Bob, Steve
and Marty Beeman; and sister Julie Beeman.
Robinson,
Wayne W. ‘Mike’, Jr.
| 1947-2017
Published
Wednesday, June 7, 2017
Wayne Robinson Jr.
Wayne W. “Mike” Robinson Jr., 69, of Bridgeport, died Saturday, June 3,
2017, in Decatur.
Services were Tuesday, June 6 at Jones Family Funeral Home in Bridgeport with
Bro. Bill Cleveland officiating. Burial followed in Mount Olivet Cemetery in
Fort Worth.
Pallbearers were Ryan Senft, Marc Senft, Berni Kratky and Gary Neal.
Mike was born Sept. 18, 1947, in Fort Worth to Wayne W. Robinson Sr. and Lucille
(Whiteman) Robinson.
He enjoyed being outdoors hunting and fishing. Mike had belonged to the PRCA
since 1965.
He also loved spending time with his grandkids.
He was preceded in death by his father, Wayne Robinson; and sister Trisha Senft.
Mike is survived by his wife, Tammy (Smith) Robinson of Bridgeport; brother Don
Robinson and wife, Robin, of Fort Worth; mother Lucille Kratky of Fort Worth;
daughter Candice Robinson of Mineral Wells; stepson Gary Neal of Bridgeport;
stepbrother Berni Kratky Jr. and wife, Sarah, of Watauga; brother-in-law Marc
Senft; nephews Ryan Senft and Nolan Senft of Fort Worth; and grandchildren.
Rodriguez,
Emilio G. | 1929-2017
Published
Saturday, June 4, 2017
Emilio Rodriguez
Emilio G. Rodriguez, 87, of Bridgeport, died Sunday, May 28, 2017, in Fort
Worth.
Mass of Christian burial was June 2 at St. John the Baptizer Catholic Church in
Bridgeport with Father Thomas Dsouza officiating. Burial followed at East
Bridgeport Cemetery.
Hawkins Funeral Home in Bridgeport is handling arrangements.
Pallbearers were Jeremy Rodriguez, Samual Rodriguez, Paul Hamblin, Bill Hamblin,
Matt Spencer, Joshua Bridwell and Andrew Simecek.
Honorary pallbearers are Elizabeth Rodriguez, Bethany Rodriguez, Lisette
Rodriguez, Stephanie Spencer and Iliana Rodriguez.
Emilio was born June 1, 1929, in Van Horn to Aus and Isidora (Gonzales)
Rodriguez. He married Aurora “Rita” Escajeda May 29, 1948, in Van Horn.
Emilio retired from Gifford Hill (Hanson) rock quarry as a plant operator. He
was a member of St. John the Baptizer Catholic Church.
He was preceded in death by his parents; his wife; daughter Eva Rodriguez; son
Sammy Rodriguez; granddaughter Tiffany Lee Elizondo; sisters Lily Foster and
Margarita Cortez; and brother Aus Rodriguez Jr.
Emilio is survived by his sons, Emilio Rodriguez Jr. and wife, Karen, of Red
Oak, Jimmy Rodriguez and wife, Irene, of Dallas and Bobby Rodriguez and wife,
Corina, of Bridgeport; daughter Eva Simecek and husband, Joe, of Duncanville;
grandchildren Elizabeth and Bethany Rodriguez, James and Lisette Rodriguez,
Stephanie Spencer and husband, Matt, Andrew Simecek, Jeremy Rodriguez and wife,
Hannah, and Robert, Iliana and Samuel Rodriguez; sisters Lisa Bonilla and Becky
Reyes; and numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.
Roebuck,
Don K. | 1951-2017
Published
Wednesday, February 15, 2017
Don K. Roebuck, 65,
of Chico died Friday, Feb. 3, 2017, in Bridgeport.
No service is scheduled at this time.
Don was born Aug. 3, 1951, in Dallas to Donald and Vonnie (Raines) Roebuck. He
was a retired employee of the Dallas Morning News.
He was preceded in death by his father.
Don is survived by his mother, Vonnie Roebuck; and brother Rick Roebuck, both of
Chico.
Rogers,
Curtis, Sr. |
1963-2017
Published
Saturday, August 26, 2017
Curtis Rogers Sr.
Curtis Rogers Sr., 54, of Pampa, died Monday, Aug. 21, 2017, in Pampa.
Mass of Christian burial was Aug. 25 at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in
Jacksboro with Father Thomas Dsouza officiating. Burial followed at Oakwood
Cemetery in Jacksboro.
Pallbearers were Bennett Rogers, Riley Rogers, Justin Rogers, Jason Thoymartin,
David Neustupa, Rusty McDonald, Gary Sefcik and Dewey Robbins.
Curtis was born May 22, 1963, in Quincy, Ill., to William Rogers and Shirley
Moore. He was an oilfield drilling supervisor.
He is survived by his parents; son Curtis Rogers Jr.; daughters Zelphany Rogers
and Kellie Rogers; brothers Kent Rogers and Craig Rogers; sisters Kimberly Burk,
Karen Brooks and Kelly Rogers; and grandchildren Caleb James and Luna May.
Rogers,
Donald Eugene, Sr. |
1938-2017
Published
Wednesday, January 11, 2017
Donald Rogers Sr.
Donald Eugene Rogers Sr., 78, of Paradise, died Monday, Jan. 9, 2017, in
Paradise.
Funeral is 2 p.m. Friday, Jan. 13, at Jones Family Funeral Home in Bridgeport
with the Rev. Terry Terry officiating. Burial will follow at Cottondale
Cemetery.
Visitation is 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home. Pallbearers are
grandsons Ross Houston, Chris Kuhlman, Clay Colburn, Michael Watts, Justin
Lingle, Dustin Rogers and Jayden Rogers.
Don was born Nov. 6, 1938, in Fort Worth to Grover John Jr. and Mary Emma
(Mooney) Rogers. He married Ruby Nell Walker Jan. 19, 1962, in Weatherford.
Together they have four children, 10 grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren.
Don was a veteran of the Unites States Air Force. He served his country for four
years, then spent an additional six years in the Reserves. After the military,
Don worked for Bell Helicopter. He retired after 35 years of service. Don helped
organize and form the Cottondale Volunteer Fire Department where he served as
chief and assistant chief for more than 15 years. He was also on the Bell
Helicopter volunteer fire team for 30 years.
Don was preceded in death by his parents; infant granddaughter Elizabeth Rogers;
and sisters Donna Gayan and Doris Pryatt.
He is survived by his wife of 55 years; children W.A (Tony) Rogers of Paradise,
Terri Leigh Durand and husband, Bob, of Krum, Donald Eugene Rogers Jr. and wife,
Kathy, of Mineral Wells and Karen Sue Colburn and husband, Scott, of Bridgeport;
grandchildren Cody, Stephanie, Sonya, Shawn, Dustin, Michael, Mary, Emily, Kate
and Clay; and great-grandchildren Jayden, Raleigh, Kaydence, Carter, Jameson,
Kylee, Jaxson, Lennox, Everette, Benett, Kaydence and Cameron. Other survivors
include brother Jerry Rogers of Boyd; sister Janice Davis of Fort Worth; and
numerous nieces, nephews and cousins.
Rogers,
Jerry Lee | 1950-2017
Published
Saturday, June 24, 2017
Jerry Rogers
Jerry Lee Rogers, 66, of Boyd, died Wednesday, June 14, 2017, in Decatur.
Memorial service is 3 p.m. Saturday, July 8 at First Baptist Church in Boyd with
the Rev. Mark Autry officiating. A potluck dinner will follow. Please bring a
dish or dessert.
Jerry Lee Rogers was born July 30, 1950, in Fort Worth, to Grover and Mary
Rogers.
He is preceded in death by his parents; brother Donald Rogers; sisters Donna
Gayan and Dorris Pratt.
He is survived by his wife, Ellen Rogers, of Boyd; son John Rogers and wife,
Linde, of Boyd; grandchildren Dale Hopwood and wife, Chelsie of Jackson, La.,
Shawney Rogers of Decatur, Brian Hopwood of Boyd, Karlee Rogers of Bastrop,
Jackson Harris of Fort Worth, Haylee Rogers of Boyd and Richard Rogers of Boyd;
great-grandchildren Sara, Hudson, Hope, William and Brayden; and sister Janice
Davis of Fort Worth.
Rose,
Dean Arthur |
1963-2017
Published
Wednesday, September 13, 2017
Dean Rose
Dean Arthur Rose, 53, of Boyd, died Thursday, Sept. 7, 2017, in Boyd.
Dean was born Nov. 7, 1963, in North Battlefield, Saskatchewan, Canada, to
Johnny and Elanor (Landry) Rose. He married Heather Renee (Dobbs) Rose Aug. 31,
1996, in Hearne.
Dean was a rancher and welder. He was a member of the First Baptist Church of
Boyd where he served his church as a deacon.
He is survived by his wife of 21 years; son Dillion Rose of Boyd; daughter
Cheyenne Rose of Boyd; his parents; brother Roger Rose and wife, Courtney, of
Iola; sister Debbie Rose of College Station; and numerous nieces, nephews,
cousins, extended family members and friends.
Rotton,
Agnes Laverne (Mitchell)
| 1932-2017
Published
Wednesday, July 5, 2017
Agnes Rotton
Agnes Laverne Rotton, 85, of Boyd, died Sunday, July 2, 2017, in Boyd.
Graveside service is 10:30 a.m. Saturday, July 8, at Boyd Cemetery with the Rev.
Melanie Gonzales officiating.
Hawkins Funeral Home in Boyd is handling arrangements.
Pallbearers are Barry Brown, Kent Spencer, Adrian Proudfoot and Jack Proudfoot.
Honorary pallbearers are members of the Boyd Fire Department.
Laverne was born Feb. 22, 1932, in Kingsland, Ark., to Wallace E. and Mary
Jewell (Graves) Mitchell. She married Lewis Edward Rotton April 24, 1957, in
Boyd. Laverne was known as RoRo to the many children that she cared for through
the years. She was a member of the Hilltop Assembly of God church.
She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband of 58 years; sisters Mary
Kathleen Fergason, Gwendolyn Douglass, Polly Jeanette Mitchell and Wanda Newton;
brothers Arnold Edward Mitchell and Ronald Maxwell Mitchell.
Agnes is survived by her sisters, Doris Lisemby of Florida and Helen Goggans of
Arkansas; brother James W. Mitchell of Victoria; extended family members;
friends; and caregivers.
Rotton,
Lewis Edward |
1921-2017
Published
Wednesday, January 11, 2017
Lewis Rotton
Lewis Edward Rotton, 95, of Boyd, died Sunday, Jan. 8, 2017.
Funeral was Jan. 10 at Christian-Hawkins Funeral Home in Boyd with the Rev.
Steven Bernard officiating. Burial followed at Boyd Cemetery.
Pallbearers were Barry Brown, Ralph Guillott, Adrian Proudfoot, Jack Proudfoot
and Kent Spencer.
Lewis was born Nov. 20, 1921, in Fort Worth to Emma Lee (Whetsel) and James Ben
Rotton. When Lewis was three days old, he was stricken with a form of polio. The
doctors told his parents to prepare themselves because he wouldn’t live
through the night. He always said, “I’m here because of the power of
prayer.”
Lewis loved life. His strength, stubbornness and love for the Lord and
strawberry milkshakes sustained him 95 years.
In December 1956, his preacher introduced him to Laverne Mitchell of Kingsland,
Ark. They married April 24, 1957. They built their marriage on trust, devotion
and many prayers. He referred to Laverne as his one and only true love – a
love that will last an eternity.
Lewis proved many times you can do anything you set your mind to. He retired
from Wyatt’s Cafeteria in Haltom City.
Lewis was preceded in death by his parents; and brothers Jack and Pete Rotton.
He is survived his wife; sisters-in-law Doris, Helen and Wanda and husband,
Marion; brother-in-law James Mitchell and wife, Bonnie; numerous nieces, nephews
and many beloved friends who thought of him as family.
Memorial donations may be made to Hospice Plus, 1903 Doctors Hospital Drive,
Suite 1, Bridgeport, TX 76426.
Ruban,
Stephan Benard |
1971-2017
Published
Saturday, February 4, 2017
Stephan Benard Ruban,
45, of Rhome, died Monday, Jan. 30, 2017.
Memorial service was held at Jones Family Funeral Home in Bridgeport.
Stephan was born March 11, 1971, in Jersey, Channel Islands, United Kingdom, to
Ernst and Therese Ruban. He was a pilot captain, and he was awarded an FAA
airmen certification.
Stephan loved working on vehicles, working out at the gym, RC vehicles,
woodworking, sewing, welding and gaming. He will be missed dearly.
He was preceded in death by his parents.
Stephan is survived by his son, Brendan Ruban of Golden; daughter Anna Ruban of
Decatur; brothers Andy Ruban and Tony Ruban, both of the UK; granddaughter
Adelyn Burkhart of Decatur; and a very special dear friend Katrina Graniczny.
Rudy,
Neva (Fox) |
1944-2017
Published
Saturday, September 23, 2017
Neva Fox Rudy
Neva Fox Rudy, 73, of Fort Worth, died Sunday, Sept. 17, 2017, in Paducah, Ky.
Funeral is 10:30 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 23, at Hawkins Funeral Home in Decatur
with Gerre Joiner and Blake Boyd officiating. Burial will follow at Oaklawn
Cemetery.
Pallbearers were Jerry Watson, Erik Low, Henry Cox “Rance” Rudy III, Albert
Fox and Byron Rudy.
Neva was born Jan. 3, 1944, in Decatur to Joe and Tommie (Riggs) Fox. She
married Henry Cox Rudy II Aug. 23, 1966, in Decatur. Neva retired as a court
reporter.
She was preceded in death by her parents.
She is survived by her husband of 51 years; son Rance Rudy and wife, Robin, of
Chandler, Ariz.; daughter Leigh Goodwin and husband, Ron, of Burleson;
grandchildren Erik Low and Breece Low; sister Shirley Watson and husband, Jerry,
of Decatur; brother Albert Lee Fox and wife, Pamela, of Owensboro, Ky.; and
numerous nieces, nephews and friends.
Rush,
Robert E. ‘Bob’ |
1947-2017
Published
Saturday, September 9, 2017
Robert Rush
Robert E. “Bob” Rush, 70, of Bowie, died Monday, Sept. 4, 2017, in Decatur,
from complications arising from the stroke he suffered in August 2016.
At Bob’s request, there will be no services.
Hawkins Funeral Home in Decatur is handling arrangements.
Bob was born Feb. 27, 1947, in Long Beach, Calif., to George S. and Thelma (Stainer)
Rush.
Bob married Versel Diane Wall March 2, 1991, in Wichita Falls. He moved to Bowie
in 1995, where he lived until his death.
Known as someone who could fix anything mechanical, Bob had many stories about
the jobs in his life, including working in TV/radio repairs when he was 16 and
also a traveling dolphin show. He eventually retired from Bowie Industries. He
was also a stay-at-home father while his daughter, Sydney, was growing up.
Bob was an ASE certified mechanic, a licensed ham radio operator and an expert
jerky maker. Late in life, he became an avid fan of Wahoo! and Uno.
Bob was preceded in death by his father; his mother; his beloved stepfather,
Verne Bruegman; and sister Margaret Woeller.
He is survived by his wife; daughter Sydney Renee Rush of Groves; son Morgan
Rush of Los Angeles; daughter Danielle Hackbush and grandson Andrew Hackbush, of
River Oaks; sister Carol Skelton and family of Wichita Falls; brother Russell
Bruegman and family of Wichita Falls; and several nieces, nephews, cousins and
friends.
He is also survived by his sister-in-law, Denise Bell and husband, Darrell, of
Bowie.
Memorial donations may be made to Backdoor Theatre of Wichita Falls or to the
Salvation Army earmarked for the Hurricane Harvey Relief Effort.
Russell,
Catherine Faye (McAmis)
| 1923-2017
Published
Wednesday, January 25, 2017
Catherine Russell
Catherine Faye McAmis Russell, 93, of Decatur, died Friday, Jan. 20, 2017, in
Kilgore.
Funeral was Jan. 24 at Decatur Church of Christ with Mike McDowell officiating.
Burial followed at Oaklawn Cemetery.
Pallbearers were Russ Fothergill, Rob Fothergill, Gary Murph, Kenneth Murph,
David McAmis and Doug Pierce.
Honorary pallbearers were Garland Lipsey, Gordon Ploeger, Wes Simmons, Alan
Sessions and David Pierce.
Catherine was born Jan. 22, 1923, in Tolar to James and Della (Hufstedler)
McAmis. Her mother died when she was 3, and her father worked on the railroad
while his sister cared for Catherine, her brother and sister and five cousins.
After her father’s death when she was 13, Catherine, her brother and younger
sister lived on their own in Lamesa.
She married H.C. Russell Sept. 14, 1940, in Lamesa. They operated cotton and
cattle farms near Lamesa and Brownfield until 1955. When her daughter started
school, she worked in the school cafeteria in Welch.
After moving to Decatur in 1955, Catherine worked at Russell’s Department
Store and Renshaw Drug. She was a member of the Decatur Church of Christ for
more than 60 years. Catherine volunteered with Wise Regional Hospital Auxiliary.
She was an excellent seamstress, who also knitted and crocheted beautiful work.
Her handmade quilts are family treasures. Catherine was a loving mother,
mother-in-law, grandmother and great-grandmother. She loved her extended family
and regularly hosted family get-togethers.
She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband; siblings J.D. McAmis and
Jimye Cooley; half-brother Ray McAmis; her cousins with whom she was raised,
Thelma Perkins, Lucille Murph, Glenn Pierce, Betty Parker and Billie Fitch.
Catherine is survived by her daughter, Cathy Fothergill and husband, Richard, of
Kilgore; grandsons Russ Fothergill and wife, Cassie, of Belton and Rob
Fothergill and wife, Stephanie, of Decatur; great-grandchildren Grace Catherine
and Samuel Cole Fothergill of Belton and Riley Kay and Reid Ransom Fothergill of
Decatur; and numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.
Memorial donations may be made to the Boles Children’s Home, Decatur Church of
Christ or the charity of your choice.
Russell,
Doris Jane (Johnson)
| 1944-2017
Published
Wednesday, January 25, 2017
Doris Russell
Doris Jane Johnson Russell, 72, of Boyd, died Saturday, Jan. 21, 2017, in Boyd.
Funeral is 2 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 25, at Christian-Hawkins Funeral Home in Boyd
with the Rev. Phillip Weitner officiating. Burial will follow at Jaybird
Cemetery.
Pallbearers are Jonathan H. Russell Sr., Ronnie D. Russell, Johnny T. Russell
and Jonathan H. Russell Jr.
Honorary pallbearers include Brandt Brooks and Dexter Hickman.
Doris was born July 19, 1944, in Louisville, Ky., to Glen and Gladys (Murphy)
Johnson. She married Bobby Neal Russell Sr. April 23, 1962, in Fort Worth.
Doris was preceded in death by her parents; her husband; and several brothers
and sisters.
She is survived by her daughters, Corey Brooks and husband, Andy, of Boyd,
Cynthia Hickman and husband, Shane, of Boyd and Donna Prichard and husband,
Alan, of Weatherford; sons Jonathan H. Russell Sr. and wife, Denise, of
McKinney, Johnny T. Russell of North Richland Hills, Ronnie D. Russell of Azle
and Bobby Russell Jr. and wife, Sandy, of Plano.
She is also survived by sisters Michelle Parks and husband, Rick, of Azle,
Connie Baker of Mineral Wells, Jeanette Nichols and husband, Robert, of
Weatherford and Dorothy Mooney and husband, Curtis, of Weatherford; brothers
John T. Johnson of Crowley, Glen Johnson Jr. of Weatherford and Charles Johnson
and wife, Mary, of Granbury; granddaughter Amanda Kerr and husband, Justin, of
Fort Worth; 18 grandchildren; and numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.
Russell,
Leslie E. | 1958-2017
Published
Wednesday, December 6, 2017
Leslie E. Russell
Leslie E. “Fast Eddie” Russell, 59, of Chico died Sunday, Dec. 3, 2017.
Visitation is 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 7, at Alpine Funeral Home in Fort
Worth.
Eddie was born Jan 4, 1958, in Fort Worth. He grew up in Euless and lived in
Chico and was a member of UBMC in Chico.
Eddie was a loving husband, father, brother, uncle and papa.
He was preceded in death by his son, Charles E. Russell; parents L.A. Russell
and Mary Russell; sisters Lela Wright, Linda Colbert and Barbie Russell; and
brothers Charles Faries and Ricky Russell.
Eddie is survived by his wife, Barbara Russell of Chico; stepmother Virginia
Russell of Rockport; brother Tommy Russell of Lipan; sisters Patty Mouton of
Theriot, La., and Beth Hughes of North Richland Hills; daughter Hope Salazar of
Fort Worth; stepsons Henry Davis, Earl Pickard and Jon Delgado; and
stepdaughters Jenny Castleberry and Theresa Jaillet; and many grandchildren,
nieces and nephews.
Russell,
Louise (Hyles) |
1928-2017
Published
Saturday, February 25, 2017
Louise Russell
Louise Hyles Russell, 88, of Boyd, died Monday, Feb. 20, 2017, in Weatherford.
Graveside service is 3 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 25, at Boyd Cemetery with the Rev.
Sharkey Nelson officiating.
Louise was born Nov. 4, 1928, in Big Spring to Fred and Mattie (Railsback) Hyles.
She married Robert Auford Russell Sr. Aug. 9, 1947, in Hico. Louise owned The
Mud Dobber ceramic shop and loved selling Avon. She was a resident of Boyd for
53 years.
Louise was preceded in death by her parents; her husband; and brothers Ray Hyles
and Henry Edward Hyles.
She is survived by her sons, Robert A. Russell Jr. and wife, Judy, of Boyd and
Ronnie Ray Russell of Big Sandy; daughter Cindy Clark and husband, David, of
Boyd; grandchildren Forrest White of Boyd, Nicole Hollingsworth and husband,
Kelly, of Plainview, Hillary Gutierrez and husband, Dominic, of Rock Springs,
Wyo., Megan Russell and Rob Vela of Manor, Victoria McCall and husband, Ken, of
Weatherford, Robert C. Russell of Midland and Rosline Laake and husband, Greg,
of Gilmer.
She is also survived by great-grandchildren Thomas J., Randi A., Kylie Patrice,
Olivia, Cooper, Rylee, Samantha, Nolan and Dorothy; brothers Vernon Hyles and
Lloyd Dale Hyles and wife, Judy, of Hico; sisters Lorretta Finstad and husband,
Buster, of Haltom City and Clara Grace Burnette of Aledo; and many nieces,
nephews, cousins and friends.
Russell,
Wesley Don |
1968-2017
Published
Saturday, October 28, 2017
Wesley Don Russell
Wesley Don Russell, 48, of Bridgeport, died Sunday Oct. 22, 2017, in Bridgeport.
Service was Oct. 27 at Bethel Baptist Church in Nocona with the Rev. Mike Miller
officiating.
Pallbearers were Mike Winchell, Keith Love, Brian Luenser, Scott Nobile, Matt
Green and John Womack.
Wesley was born Nov. 26, 1968, in Nocona and was a graduate of Nocona High
School class of ’87. Immediately after graduation, Wesley enlisted in the
United States Marine Corps where he served for five years as an electronics and
hydraulics engineer and fought during Desert Storm. Wesley was a longtime member
of the First United Methodist Church and served the church in numerous roles. He
was vice president of manufacturing at Aquasana, a company he confounded in
1997. An average day for Wes at work included troubleshooting problems,
designing new products, overseeing all manufacturing, warehouse shipping, and
operations. He also spent time developing injection mold technology and held an
executive rolefor K&D Plastics, International Purity and Branson Ultrasonics.
Wes loved the outdoors. He was often found swinging a golf club, “yankin’ a
black bass” or cooped up in a deer stand at 5 a.m. He was preceded in death by
his parents, Don L. and Brenda Russell; and grandparents Alfred L. Russell and
Elbert and Lillian Horner.
He is survived by his daughters, Taylor (20) of Lubbock, Gabrielle (14) of
Bridgeport, and Piper (8) of Bridgeport; sister LaDonna Turner of Hico; nephews
Tom Hancock of Fort Worth and Tyler Turner of Hico; brother Derek Kewley of
Columbia, Mo.; grandmother Zerita Russell of Nocona; and girlfriend Marilyn
Belew of Arlington.
Sain,
Vanita Jeanette (Coffee)
| 1937-2017
Published
Wednesday, February 22, 2017
Vanita Sain
Vanita Jeanette Coffee Sain, 80, of Marlow, Okla., died Saturday, Feb. 18, 2017,
in Duncan, Okla.
Funeral is 10 a.m. Thursday, Feb. 23, at Hawkins Funeral Home in Bridgeport with
the Rev. Randy Sutherland officiating. Burial will follow at East Bridgeport
Cemetery.
Visitation is 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home.
Pallbearers are Gaylord Kennedy, Travis Provence, Randy Kleam, Bruce Fleetwood,
Kris Blundell, Aaron Linden, Tyeler Cooper and Charlie Cooper.
Honorary pallbearers are Don Hulsey, Dawayne Kennedy, William Lee Slagle,
Spencer Mullins, David Sain and Patrick Robbins.
Vanita was born Feb. 1, 1937, in Paradise to Edgar and Hattie (Slagle) Coffee.
Her occupations included: admissions at Southwestern Oklahoma State University
in Weatherford, Okla.; 3-M Corporation; and Duncan Savings and Loan. She retired
from Halliburton where she was an accounts payable clerk. Vanita was a member of
New Hope Baptist Church in Duncan, Okla.
Vanita was preceded in death by her husband, Sterling Kirby in 1969; and her
husband, J.L. Sain in 2012.
She is survived by her son, Greg Kirby and wife, Rhonda, of Duncan, Okla.;
grandchildren Kaci Blundell and husband, Kris, of Marlow and Apryl Linden and
husband, Aaron, of Marlow; great-grandchildren Kyah Blundell, Kiera Blundell,
Alexi, Andrew and Ava Linden; sister Cheryl Bost and husband, Jim, of
Bridgeport; niece Melanie Cooper and husband, Charlie; great-nephews Tyeler and
Cody; and other family members and friends.
Sanders,
Allan Wayne |
1968-2017
Published
Saturday, June 24, 2017
Allan Sanders
Allan Wayne Sanders, 48, of Decatur, died Tuesday, June 20, 2017, in Decatur.
Funeral was Friday, June 23 at Hawkins Funeral Home Chapel Decatur with the Rev.
David Kelly officiating.
Allen was born Oct. 13, 1968, in Fort Worth to Earl and Lillian (Tramel)
Sanders. He married Linda Flores August 13, 2012, in Bridgeport. Allen worked as
a ranch hand. He served his country in the United States Army.
He was preceded in death by his son, Michael Brown.
He is survived by his wife; daughter Lacey Brown and husband, Colby, of Alvord;
son Cody Brown of Denton; grandchildren Maddox Wright and Mason Brown; his
mother; brother Josh Sanders and wife, Natasha, of San Angelo; mother-in-law Ina
Flores and father-in-law Joe Flores; his father and wife, Janice, of Paradise;
sister-in-law JoAnna Bogle and husband, Steve, of Decatur; and numerous nieces,
nephews and friends.
Sanderson,
Irene C. (Norwood) |
1919-2017
Published
Saturday, April 15, 2017
Irene Sanderson
Irene C. Sanderson, 97, of Newark, died Tuesday, April 11, 2017, in Decatur.
Funeral was April 14 at Newark Church of Christ in Newark with Mike Boaldin and
John Henderson officiating. Burial followed at Aurora Cemetery.
Irene was born May 5, 1919, in Knox County to James and Celestie (Deathrage)
Norwood. She married Eugene C. Sanderson Jan. 22, 1938, in Seymour. Irene was a
member of the Newark Church of Christ.
She was a devoted and loving wife, mother, grandmother, sister and friend. Irene
was known as Mamaw not only to her own grandchildren, but also to most of the
children in Newark. For many years she not only took care of her family, but was
also a babysitter for numerous others.
She was always so happy to see family and friends and showed her sweet spirit
through her warm and loving smile. While she had a great love for cooking,
baking and gardening, her main passion was quilting. Most people that knew her
had a quilt handmade for them. Irene loved her family and truly enjoyed having
all of them together for holidays, vacations and 42 tournaments.
She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband; son James Joe Sanderson;
great-grandson Dylan Joseph Blair; sister Leona Jones; brothers Sammy, Roy,
Alvin, Elmer, Earl Owen, Carl and Joe Bob Norwood.
Irene is survived by her sons, Virgle Sanderson of Newark, Clinton Sanderson and
wife, Mollie, of Boyd, Gerald Sanderson and wife, Jodi, of Springtown, Ronald
Sanderson and wife, Sharon, of Granbury and Mike Sanderson and wife, Sharon, of
Haslet; and daughters Billie Burkett and husband, Billy, of Jacksboro and Becky
Bricker and husband, Joey, of Poolville.
She’s also survived by daughter-in-law Joann Sanderson of Graham; 18
grandchildren; 46 great-grandchildren; nine great-great-grandchildren and one on
the way; sisters Neoma Henderson of Burleson, Lillie Etta Webb of Bennington,
Okla., and Lois Riggs of Monroe, Okla.; sister-in-law Wanda Norwood of
Bridgeport; brother Billie Norwood and wife, Willie, of Graham; and numerous
nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.
Saulter,
Wanda Jane ‘Janie’ (Cearley)
| 1932-2017
Published
Saturday, May 20, 2017
Wanda Saulter
Wanda Jane “Janie” Saulter, 84, of Boyd, died Wednesday, May 17, 2017, in
Boyd.
Funeral is 10:30 a.m. Saturday, May 20, at the First Baptist Church in Boyd with
the Rev. Mark Autry officiating. Burial will follow at Boyd Cemetery.
Hawkins Funeral Home in Boyd is handling arrangements.
Pallbearers are Zachary Ashmore, Bobby Brown, Andrew Cearley, Carson Johnnene,
Ricky Mannin and Robert Martin.
Wanda was born Aug. 14, 1932, in Flatwood (Paradise) to Elias and Jewell
(Flannery) Cearley. She married Warren Saulter July 21, 1951, in Oklahoma. Wanda
Jane Saulter, or Janie as most people knew her, was a force of nature, a kind,
energetic and faithful woman. Much of her family treasure the fond memories of
gathering for the holidays at her home. She brought family, and friends who were
like family, together with her remarkable cooking and hospitality.
Not only was she loved for her sweet smile and warm disposition, but she
extended that sincerity to all. Many people knew that about Janie, nobody was
ever a stranger to her. If you didn’t see her striking up a conversation and
laughing with someone, you found her tending to her beautiful yard.
On Sundays, morning and night, and Wednesday evening, she would be at the First
Baptist Church of Boyd, where she was a devout Christian saved by grace, the
longest member and oldest living. She was a talented crafter, a stay-at-home
mother, and while raising a family, she dressed them well by sewing their
clothing herself. But she didn’t stop there. She served the community by
sewing for the public as well. She even crafted uniforms for the school’s
cheerleaders and majorettes.
Her husband Warren recalls her younger days when she played basketball, where
she was a fast and capable player, as well as being a cheerleader. He also
remembers with fondness their shared love for bluegrass music and festivals.
Most importantly, she became an excellent mother, grandmother and
great-grandmother.
She was preceded in death by her parents; brothers Calvin, R.N., Jude, Cotton
and Winfred “Wink” Cearley; and sister Imodene Moody.
Wanda is survived by her husband of 65 years; daughter Rene Ashmore and husband,
Gene, of Boyd; son Wade Saulter and wife, Jill, of Keller; grandchildren Brandy
Pierce, Blake Howard and Zachary Ashmore and wife, Kristen; great-grandchildren
Braylyn Starrett, Carson Johnnene, Rayann Johnnene, Jasmine Ashmore, Garion
Ashmore and Jansen Ashmore; sisters Billie Horton of Springtown and Genelle
Brown of Sunset; brother Bobby Cearley and wife, Martha, of Azle; and numerous
nieces, nephews and extended family members.
Scheller,
Ricky Lee | 1957-2017
Published
Saturday, January 7, 2017
Ricky Scheller
Ricky Lee Scheller, 59, of Decatur, died Tuesday, Jan. 3, 2017, in Decatur.
Funeral was Jan. 6 at Hawkins Funeral Home in Decatur.
Ricky was born Aug. 6, 1957, in Hobbs, N.M., to B.F. and Jessie (Eary) Scheller.
He married Mary Srader Feb. 9, 1978, in Bridgeport. Ricky was a custodian at
James Woods Motors.
He was preceded in death by his parents; his sister; and his brother.
Ricky is survived by his wife of 38 years; daughter Virginia Scheller of
Decatur; sons Alvin Herrington and wife, Kristi, of Snyder, Damon Scheller and
wife, Glenda, of Decatur and Randy Scheller and wife, Valerie, of Fort Worth;
grandchildren Alvin Jr., Makayla, Abbey, Brynn, Stephanie and Brittanie; three
great-grandchildren; two sisters; three brothers; and numerous nieces, nephews,
cousins and friends.
Schoenthal,
Karl Clifford ‘KC’ |
1963-2017
Published
Saturday, November 11, 2017
Karl Clifford
Schoenthal
Karl “KC” Clifford Schoenthal, 54, of Paradise, died Saturday, Nov. 4, 2017,
in Paradise.
Mass of Christian burial is 11 a.m. Tuesday, Nov. 14, at St. John the Apostle
Catholic Church in Richland Hills with burial at Dallas-Fort Worth National
Cemetery.
Visitation is 6 to 8 p.m. Monday, Nov. 13, at Hawkins Funeral Home in Decatur.
KC was born April 28, 1963, in Littleton, Colo., to Frank and Edith (Bilton)
Schoenthal. He married Tracie Ann Portman Dec. 20, 1986, in North Richland
Hills. KC was a police officer for 31 years at Bedford, Haltom City, the Wise
County Sheriff’s Office, Rhome and was currently with River Oaks Police
Department. He served his country as a rifleman in the United States Marine
Corps for three tours of duty in Beirut, Lebanon, earning many commendations. KC
loved spending time with his family and fly fishing.
He was preceded in death by his mother.
KC is survived by his wife of almost 31 years; daughter Cassie Krejci and
husband, Ryan, of College Station; son Chance Schoenthal of Caldwell;
granddaughter Callie Krejci of College Station; his father; brother Chris
Schoenthal and wife, Lynn, of Grand Prairie; and aunts, uncles, cousins, nephews
and friends.
Memorial donations may be made to Reel Recovery, P.O. Box 192, Azle, TX 76098 or
reelrecovery.org.
Scott,
Cory Lee | 1992-2017
Published
Wednesday, February 8, 2017
Cory Scott
Cory Lee Scott, 24, of Bridgeport, died Tuesday, Jan. 31, 2017, in Bridgeport.
Funeral was Feb. 4 at Hawkins Funeral Home in Bridgeport with the Rev. Charlie
Crider officiating.
Cory was born Dec. 26, 1992, in Sayre, Penn., to Brian Scott and Karen Benson.
He was a dock manager.
He was preceded in death by his grandparents.
Cory is survived by his wife, Cayli Jeffrey Scott, daughter Layci Jeffrey, and
son Cameron Scott, all of Bridgeport; his mother; his father; brother Gregory
Card; twin brothers Adam and Kenny Scott; sister Katie Scott; sister Samantha
Pond; and numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.
Scott,
Lawrence Walter |
1945-2017
Published
Saturday, December 9, 2017
Lawrence Walter Scott
Lawrence Walter Scott, 72, of Boyd, died Sunday, Dec. 3, 2017, in Decatur.
Memorial service is 3 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 17. For directions, call Deborah Taylor,
940-395-2453.
Hawkins Funeral home in Decatur is handling arrangements.
Lawrence was born Oct. 6, 1945, in Ithaca, N.Y., to Lawrence and Alice (Gable)
Scott. Lawrence was a truck driver for Eagle.
He was preceded in death by his parents; his wife, Gail Scott; and son-in-law
Paul Taylor.
He is survived by his daughter, Deborah Taylor of Denton; sons Wayne H. Scott
and wife, Terri, of Port Aransas and Raymond W. Scott and wife, Shannon, of
California; five grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; his wife, C.J. Scott
of Gainesville; sister Mary Scott of Ithaca, N.Y.; and friends.
Scroggins,
Garlin Glenn |
1923-2017
Published
Saturday, April 15, 2017
Garlin Scroggins
Garlin Glenn Scroggins, 93, died Tuesday, April 11, 2017, in Denton.
Funeral is 11 a.m. Saturday, April 15, at White Family Funeral Home in Bowie
with burial to follow at Salona Cemetery.
Garlin was born Oct. 22, 1923, in Bellevue to Floyd and Maud (Perry) Scroggins.
He graduated from Bowie High School and then attended North Texas Agriculture
College in Arlington. Garlin served his country in the United States Army during
World War II. He moved back to Bowie where he met and married Bonnie Williams
Aug. 21, 1946, in Henrietta.
They moved to College Station to finish his bachelor’s degree in agriculture
education and then back to Bowie where he taught veteran ag classes. In 1951, he
went to work for Paradise Independent School District as an ag teacher. While in
Paradise, he took summer classes at Texas A&M and earned his master’s
degree.
Garlin also taught ag for Northwest Independent School District in 1959. From
1960-1964, he was an ag teacher at Bridgeport Independent School District, and
in 1964, they moved to Denton where he worked as an Area 5 supervisor for ag
education.
In 1968, they moved to Austin, and he became FFA executive secretary and
eventually director of ag education for the Texas Education Agency.
Garlin retired in 1983 and moved to Montague while building their home in Bowie.
After his retirement, he raised cattle in the Bowie area.
Garlin was preceded in death by his parents; four brothers; one sister; daughter
Caron Martin; and granddaughter Paige Nicole Martin.
He is survived by his wife; children Gary Scroggins and wife, Becky, of Decatur,
and Cathy Browning and husband, Bob, of Keller; son-in-law Terry Martin of
Denton; grandchildren Michelle Hickox and husband, Rob, of Plano, Chris Martin
and wife, Karmen, of Denton, Matthew Browning and wife, Jennifer, of Prosper,
Justan Browning and wife, Joelle, of Lantana, Nathan Martin and wife, Jaime, of
Fort Worth, Todd Scroggins and wife, Danielle, of Decatur, Colin Martin of
Denton, Alyse Corbin and husband, Neil, of Lake Dallas; 14 great-grandchildren;
and numerous nieces and nephews.
Sellars,
Richard West |
1935-2017
Published
Wednesday, November 8, 2017
Richard West Sellars
Richard West Sellars, 82, of Santa Fe, N.M., died Wednesday, Nov. 1, 2017, after
a struggle with Alzheimer’s disease.
There will be no funeral, but a memorial service will be held in early 2018. His
ashes will be buried in the Sellars family plot in Decatur at a later date.
Richard was born in Decatur in 1935 and was the son of wildcatter oilman Robert
Thompson Sellars Sr. and schoolteacher Johnnie Mae Blankenship Sellars. He knew
the security of a multigenerational network of relatives and friends in that
small town. He left there to attend Baylor University, graduating with a degree
in geology in 1957. After a few years as an independent oilman in Jackson,
Miss., he realized his interests actually lay more in history, geography and
literature. He furthered his education in these fields at North Texas State
University and the University of Missouri – Columbia, earning a PhD in Western
History in 1972.
Although his original goal was to teach on the college level, he immediately
found employment with the National Park Service upon receiving his degree. Soon
he wholeheartedly embraced a career that afforded not only intellectual analysis
of NPS historical and natural park units, but also interesting travel. He
visited at least 350 of these sites. From 1979 to 1988, he headed the Southwest
Cultural Resources Center in Santa Fe, overseeing programs in history,
archaeology and historic architecture for the Southwest Region and Servicewide
programs in submerged cultural resources. Richard served as acting
superintendent at Pea Ridge National Military Park and San Antonio Missions
National Historical Park. He was also a consultant with the Dallas County
Historical Foundation on preservation and interpretation of the Texas School
Book Depository and Dealey Plaza in Dallas, site of the assassination of
President John F. Kennedy, leading to the establishment of today’s Sixth Floor
Museum.
But it was in writing and lecturing that he found the greatest satisfaction. His
articles on American history and cultural and natural resource preservation
appeared in numerous publications, and he frequently taught courses on
preservation philosophy, policy and practice and historic preservation at
National Park Service training centers and various universities. He is best
known as the author of “Preserving Nature in the National Parks: A History,”
published in 1997 by Yale University Press and the chief catalyst for a major
initiative by the National Park Service to revitalize natural resource
management in the parks.
After his retirement in 2008, he worked on a history of cultural resources
management in the National Park Service, which remains unfinished. His
achievements were recognized by the National Park Service and related
organizations with the Eastern National Authors Award in 1997, the George P.
Hartzog award and the U.S. Department of the Interior Meritorious Service Award
in 2008 and the George Melendez Wright Award for Excellence in 2011. He will be
remembered for his unwavering commitment to preservation principles and devotion
to the National Park Service.
He was preceded in death by his parents; and his brother, Robert Thompson
Sellars Jr.
He is survived by his sister, Sally Florian and her husband, James;
sister-in-law Sharon Sellars; cousins Ben Man, John Sellars and Elaine Hyland;
nieces Amanda Callinan, Melinda (“Tenna”) Florian and Kathryn Sellars;
nephews Jason Florian and Trevor Stevenson; three great-nieces; and his wife of
40 years, Judith Stevenson Sellars.
Memorial donations may be made to the George Wright Society, P.O. Box 65,
Hancock, MI, 49930-0065; Public Employees for Environmental Responsibility
(PEER), 962 Wayne Avenue, Suite 610, Silver Spring, MD, 20910; or The Food
Depot, 1222A Siler Road, Santa Fe, NM, 87507-4107.
Sessions,
Bobbie L. (Lays) |
1939-2017
Published
Wednesday, April 5, 2017
Bobbie Sessions
Bobbie L. Sessions, 77, of Bridgeport, died Saturday, April 1, 2017, in Decatur.
Graveside service is 2 p.m. Wednesday, April 5, at Alvord Cemetery with Jeff
Bakker officiating.
Bobbie was born Sept. 14, 1939, in Corpus Christi to Harold and Nina (Evans)
Lays. She was a retired secretary, a mother and nawnaw. Bobbie was a member of
the First Baptist Church.
She was preceded in death by her parents.
She is survived by her son, Alan Brewster and wife, Kathryn, of Runaway Bay;
daughters Leslie Clark and husband, John, of Alvord and Kelly Martin and
husband, Chris, of Chico; grandchildren Lacey Chestnut and fianc , Tyler Newton,
Morgan Callaway, Jordy Clark and wife, Kim, Kaylon Withrow and husband, Jeff,
Jacie Green, Katy Valle and husband, Jorge, Cara Martin and fianc , Jay Matney,
Colton Martin, Kimberly Sagers and husband, James, Angelique Carroll and Chad
Campbell.
She is also survived by sister Birdie Blackman and husband, Wayne; and numerous
great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.
Shaw,
Marcella Vernice (Cavins)
| 1926-2017
Published
Wednesday, July 12, 2017
Marcella Shaw
Marcella Vernice Shaw, 90, of Decatur, died Saturday, July 8, 2017, in Decatur.
Graveside service is 10 a.m. Saturday, July 15, at Pleasant Grove No. 1 Cemetery
with the Rev. Van Gardner officiating.
Hawkins Funeral Home in Decatur is handling arrangements.
Marcella was born Dec. 1, 1926, in Love County, Okla., to Alfred “Cap” and
Hattie (Whisenhunt) Cavins. She married Curtis Oman Shaw Jr. March 25, 1931, in
Mineola. She was a member of the Immanuel Baptist Church.
She was preceded in death by her parents; her husbands, Vernon Gale Darter in
December 1945 and Curtis O. “Jiggs” Shaw Jr. in January 1999.
Marcella is survived by her sons, Marvin Ray Darter and wife, Dianne, of Fort
Worth and Dorrell Craig “Scooter” Shaw and wife, Ann, of Decatur; daughter
Venna Debra “Debbie” Gardner and husband, Van, of Decatur; grandchildren
Nicole Darter Tittle, Audria Shaw Clark, Toby Craig Shaw, Kimberly Shaw Irwin,
Katie Lynn Shaw, Van William Gardner II, John Cody Gardner and Brett Andrew
Gardner; 13 great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces, nephews and friends.
Shawn,
Billy Lee | 1942-2017
Published
Saturday, March 11, 2017
Billy Shawn
Billy Lee Shawn, 74, of Bridgeport, died Wednesday, March 8, 2017, in Decatur.
Funeral is 11 a.m. Saturday, March 11, at Balsora Baptist Church in Balsora with
the Rev. Glenn Connell officiating. Burial will follow at Willow Point Cemetery.
Pallbearers are Tommy Noble, Tre Noble, Loyd Jordan, Paul Wood, Wacey Beck and
Robert Grantham.
Honorary pallbearer is Orvil Stone.
Billy was born June 24, 1942, in Bridgeport to James and Della (Gray) Shawn. He
married Freda Susan Smith Nov. 5, 1961, in Bridgeport. Billy worked as a dairy
farmer for Oscar Womack Dairy until his retirement. He was a member of Balsora
Baptist Church.
He was preceded in death by his parents; his wife; and his brothers, James Shawn
Jr. and Bobby Shawn. Billy is survived by his daughters, Tammy Renner and
husband, William, of Chico, Terri Shawn of Boonsville and Karen Noble and
husband, Alfred, of Bridgeport; grandchildren Tommy and Tre Noble; brothers
Gerald Shawn and wife, Peggy, of Bridgeport, Donnie Shawn and wife, Helen, of
Abilene and Marvin Gray of Alvord; sisters Linda Ferguson of Bridgeport, Gracie
DeLay of Bridgeport and Sarah Jackson of Bridgeport; and other family members
and friends.
Shelley,
Rose Ann | 1939-2017
Published
Saturday, April 8, 2017
Rose Ann Shelley, 78,
of Decatur, died Thursday, March 30, 2017, in Decatur.
No service is planned. The family will have a private celebration of her life.
Rose Ann was born Jan. 5, 1939, in Denver.
Shepherd,
Peggy Jean (Garrett) Womack
| 1941-2017
Published
Saturday, March 25, 2017
Peggy Shepherd
Peggy Jean Garrett Shepherd, 75, of Bridgeport, died Tuesday, March 21, 2017, in
Bridgeport.
Funeral was March 24 at Hawkins Funeral Home in Bridgeport with the Revs. Glenn
Connell and Paul Seagraves officiating. Burial followed at Boonsville Cemetery.
Pallbearers were Hunter Ross, J.T. Cox, Brian Cox, Terry Ross, Sonny Coleman and
Dwayne Garrett.
Honorary pallbearers were Ricky Garrett, Kelly Garrett, Tim Garrett, Willie
Garrett, Scott Cheves, Kevin Garrett, Randy Coleman and Mike Cheves.
Peggy was born Aug. 25, 1941, in Bridgeport to Luther and Gertrude (Morton)
Garrett. She was a farmer and rancher.
She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Gary Womack; son Gary
Wayne Womack; brothers Carlton, Jimmy, Paul, Billy Jack, Clarence, Tommy and
Eddie Lee; and sisters Lavina Coleman and Eileen Cheves.
Peggy is survived by her daughter, Kellye Ross and husband, Terry, of Boonsville;
granddaughter Amanda Cox and husband, Brian, of Boonsville; great-grandchildren
Hunter Ross and J.T. Cox; and other family members and friends.
Shepherd,
Robert Dewayne, Jr. |
1964-2017
Published
Wednesday, July 26, 2017
Robert Shepherd Jr.
Robert Dewayne Shepherd Jr., 53, of Alvord, died Thursday, July 20, 2017, in
Decatur.
Memorial service is 1 p.m. Friday, July 28, at the First Baptist Church in
Alvord.
Jones Family Funeral Home in Decatur is handling arrangements.
Robert was born June 25, 1964, in Stockton, Calif., to Robert Shepherd Sr. and
Barbara Shepherd. He graduated from BHS high school in Bakersfield, Calif. He
was a manager at Mattress Depot where he worked for Rob and Liz Gaylord for the
past year. He thought of Mattress Depot employees like family.
Robert was preceded in death by his Grandpa Haney; his father; and brothers
Ronnie Wayne Shepherd and Charlie Shepherd.
He is survived by his Grandma Haney of Alvord; his mother; sister Monica Gahagan
of Alvord; nieces Michelle Carlon and husband, Casey, of Bowie, Tiffany Gahagan
of Sunset and Ashley Gahagan of Bakersfield; numerous great-nieces and
great-nephews; two pets he called his boys, Chopper and Johnny Cash; and
numerous loving family and friends.
Sherrick,
Michael Edwin |
1953-2017
Published
Wednesday, June 28, 2017
Michael Sherrick
Michael Edwin Sherrick, 63, of Decatur, died Sunday, June 25, 2017, in Decatur.
Memorial service is 4 p.m. Saturday, July 1, at the Sherrick Home.
Jones Family Funeral Home in Decatur is handling arrangements.
Michael was born July 16, 1953, in Springfield, Mo., to Earnest Edwin and Martha
Elizabeth Roberts Sherrick. He was a lover and supporter of the nation of
Israel. He also worked closely with Royal Rangers in the early years mentoring
young men in God’s word.
Michael graduated with his associate’s degree from Southwestern Assemblies of
God University in Waxahachie. He was a loving husband, son and father.
He is survived by wife Rana Sherrick; sons David Deal of Fort Worth and Jonathon
Deal of Louisiana; granddaughters Haley Deal of Arkansas and Brittany Deal of
Decatur; grandsons Seth Deal of Decatur and Hayden Deal of Denton; father
Earnest Sherrick and wife, Lou, of Fort Worth; mother Martha Sherrick of Fort
Worth; sister Teresa Sherrick of Keller; and niece Autumn McNamara of Dallas.
Shurbet,
Steven Vernon |
1947-2017
Published
Wednesday, November 8, 2017
Steven Vernon Shurbet
Steven Vernon Shurbet, 70, of Chico, died Wednesday, Nov. 1, 2017, in Decatur.
Memorial service was Nov. 4 at Wise County Park on Lake Bridgeport with Larry
Duffie officiating.
Steven was born Jan. 2, 1947, in Montague County to Austin and Leta (Trout)
Shurbet. He married Blanca Bartolome Oct. 28, 2002, in Bowie. He proudly served
his country and retired from the United States Army.
Steven was preceded in death by his parents; brothers Tony Shurbet and Clay Gene
Shurbet; and sister Belinda Shurbet.
He is survived by his wife; son Ethan Shurbet of Chico; daughter Stephanie
McGarvey of Decatur; grandchildren Josephine McGarvey, Ava Walker, Johnathan
Oshunkentan and Ryan Oshunkentan; sister Tracy Duffie and husband, Larry, of
Vernon; nieces Kasi Scoughton and Karli Mitchell; nephew Cody Mitchell; best
friend Scott Kestner and wife, Misti, of Decatur; and other family members and
friends.
Simmons,
Betty Ruth (Rawlings)
| 1937-2017
Published
Wednesday, September 6, 2017
Betty Simmons
Betty Ruth Simmons, 80, of Bridgeport, died Thursday, Aug. 31, 2017.
Graveside service is 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, Sept. 6, at West Bridgeport Cemetery.
Hawkins Funeral Home in Bridgeport is handling arrangements.
Betty was born May 6, 1937, in Vernon to W.E. and Sally (Glenn) Rawlings. She
married John R. Simmons, who preceded her in death April 13, 1987.
She was also preceded in death by her parents; six sisters; and three brothers.
Betty is survived by her son, Johnny Simmons and Elisa VanHoose of Bridgeport;
daughter Venessa Prater of Wichita Falls; grandchildren Sydney Prater and
Tabatha Lea Simmons; great-granddaughter Sadie Simmons; and other family members
and friends.
Simmons,
Martha Jane (Headley)
| 1943-2017
Published
Wednesday, October 18, 2017
Martha Jane Simmons
Martha Jane Simmons, 74, of Poolville died Sunday, Oct. 15, 2017, in Decatur.
Graveside service is 10 a.m. Thursday, Oct. 19, at the Boonsville Cemetery.
Visitation is 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday at Jones Family Funeral Home in Bridgeport.
Martha was born April 25, 1943, in Talladega, Ala., to Lonzy and Odelle (Pate)
Headley. She loved cooking, gambling and spending time with her family.
She was preceded in death by her parents; sons Joe Dennis Long Jr., Ricky Lee
and Henry “Hank” Walton; and brothers Carl and Richard Headley.
Martha is survived by her loving husband of 27 years, Bobby Simmons; sons Lynn
Long and wife, Jaslyn, Tim and Donnie Walton and Jason Simmons and wife,
Samantha; daughter Alice Dees and husband, Daniel; sisters Lucy Chapin and Jean
and Flossie Hunter; 38 grandchildren; 67 great-grandchildren; and one
great-great-grandchild.
Simons,
Faye (Roberts) |
1938-2017
Published
Wednesday, September 13, 2017
Faye Simons
Faye Simons, 78, of Bridgeport, died Friday, Sept. 8, 2017, in Bridgeport.
Funeral is 2 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 13, at Hawkins Funeral Home in Bridgeport
with the Rev. Larry Potts officiating. Burial will follow at Chico Cemetery.
Pallbearers are Darrell Fisher, Gary Simons, Larry Simons, Ron Brown, Chris
Liebel and Donald Roberts.
Honorary pallbearers are Kirk Eason and Richard Roberts.
Faye was born Nov. 19, 1938, in Madill, Okla., to Lonnie and Rosetta (Putman)
Roberts. She married Thomas Weldon Simons Dec. 23, 1955, in Dallas.
She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband; her twin brother, Ray
Roberts; brothers Earnest Roberts and Earl Roberts; and sisters Thelma Simons,
Vivian Miller, Wanda King, Mary Simons and Loretta Okerlund.
She is survived by her daughters, Sharon Liebel and husband, Paul, of Chico and
Marilyn Simons and husband, Jerry Oroke, of Bridgeport; sons Thomas Wayne Simons
and wife, Nancy, of Monmouth, Ore., Billy Ray Simons of Bridgeport and Ronnie
Boyd Simons and wife, Karen, of Flint; 14 grandchildren; 22 great-grandchildren;
and one great-great-grandchild.
She is also survived by brother Lonnie Roberts of Marshall; sister Alma Joyce
Ward of Clinton, Okla.; and numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.
Simpson,
F.A. |
Published
Wednesday, June 14, 2017
F.A. Simpson
F.A. Simpson, 90, of Bridgeport, died Thursday, June 1, 2017, in Bridgeport.
Funeral was June 4 at Hawkins Funeral Home in Bridgeport with the Rev. Kevin
Casey officiating. Burial followed at Cundiff Cemetery.
Pallbearers were Scott Allen, Bill Miles, Robert Miles, Lee Largent, Audie
Largent, Leslie Hill and Fred Moore.
F.A. was born Aug. 5, 1926, in Chico to Fineas Archie and Connie Ellen (Long)
Simpson. He married Barbara Darlene Pittman Oct. 16, 1948, in Decatur. F.A.
served his country in the United States Army. He was a retired mechanic.
He was preceded in death by his parents; his wife; brothers Billy Bob Simpson
and Vernon Joe Simpson; and sisters Berneice Miles and Anna Simpson.
F.A. is survived by his son, Gary Simpson and wife, Kye, of Amarillo; daughter
Diane Brady and husband, Mike, of Amarillo; grandchildren Lane Simpson and wife,
Chelsea, Shane Simpson, Roxanna Simpson and David Brady; seven
great-grandchildren; four great-great-grandchildren; sisters Patsy Harrison and
Dorothy Largent; and other family members and friends.
Sims,
Jimmy David ‘J.D.’
| 1941-2017
Published
Wednesday, September 6, 2017
Jimmy David
“J.D.” Sims, 76, of Colleyville, died Saturday, Sept. 2, 2017, in Southlake.
Service is Saturday, Sept. 9, in Colleyville.
Bluebonnet Hills Funeral Home in Colleyville is handling arrangements.
J.D. was born Feb. 9, 1941, in Nocona to David Samuel and Lou Sims. He was a
mechanic and gunsmith and was the owner of Performance Jet Boats in Dallas for
28 years and co-owner of S&S Precision in Argyle for 12 years.
He was preceded in death by his father.
He is survived by his wife, Janis Davis Sims; his mother; sons David Sims and
wife, Sharon, and Danny R. Sims and wife, Sharlene, all of Decatur; daughters
KaSondra Hughes and husband, Bobby, of Decatur and Maggie Perez and husband,
Ray, of Aledo; brothers Gary Sims and wife, Pam, of Garland, Danny B. Sims and
wife, Vicki, of Abilene and Michael Sims of Fort Worth; six grandchildren; and
16 great-grandchildren.
Memorial donations may be made to any of the following Hurricane Harvey relief
effort charities: Cantor Fitzgerald Relief Fund; texasdiaperbank.org;
Central Texas Food Bank; or Americares.org.
Sims,
Laura B. ‘Jack’ (Coker)
| 1920-2017
Published
Wednesday, January 4, 2017
Laura Sims
Laura B. “Jack” Sims, 96, of Bonham, died Monday, Jan. 2, 2017, in Bonham.
Funeral is 11 a.m. Wednesday, Jan. 4, at Hawkins Funeral Home in Decatur with
Gerre Joiner officiating. Burial will follow at Aurora Cemetery.
Visitation is one hour prior to the service.
Pallbearers are Mark Sims, Danny Sims, Donnie Parrish, Dusty Spencer and Ronnie
Coker.
Laura was born Jan. 29, 1920, to Jess and Josephine (Knight) Coker. She married
William Hubert Sims April 20, 1944. She was a member of the Kings Highway
Baptist Church in Fort Worth.
Laura was preceded in death by her parents; her husband; and son Dannie Sims.
She is survived by her son, Tom Sims and wife, Vickie, of Bonham; grandchildren
Mark Sims of Fort Worth, Kimberly Parrish of Watauga, Angelia Sims of Fort Worth
and Danny Sims of Tyler; great-grandchildren Aleece and Jaxon; brothers Jesse
Coker and Samuel R. Coker, both of Rhome; and numerous nieces, nephews, cousins
and friends.
Singleton,
Mary Lavonne (Motsenbocker)
| 1921-2017
Published
Wednesday, August 2, 2017
Mary Singleton
Mary Lavonne Singleton, 96, of Bridgeport, died Sunday, July 30, 2017, in
Bridgeport.
Graveside service is 1 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 5, at the East Bridgeport Cemetery
with the Rev. Larry Potts officiating.
Honorary pallbearers are members of the Bridgeport Police Department.
Jones Family Funeral Home in Bridgeport is handling arrangements.
Mary was born May 29, 1921, in Bridgeport to John and Ollie (Holt) Motsenbocker.
She grew up on a farm along the Trinity River between Bridgeport and Paradise,
where in her words, she lived an idyllic life, along with her five siblings.
During the Depression, her family would often travel to West Texas to pick
cotton. At 12 years old, Mary picked as much cotton as most grown men. On Jan.
9, 1941, Mary married the love of her life, Ray Singleton, in Alvord. Shortly
thereafter, Ray’s Army unit was deployed to the war in the South Pacific,
where he subsequently became a prisoner of war for 42 months. Mary never gave up
on Ray, saying she always knew he would make it home.
After the war, Mary and Ray made their home on their small Happy Hollow farm in
Bridgeport, raising four children there. Mary loved nature and everything about
it. She loved to bird-watch, walk through the woods with her dog Bo and admire
the colors of spring and fall foliage. Even well into her 90s, Mary would ask
Melanie to drive her around the countryside so she could continue to observe the
beauty of God’s earth.
She loved her husband and children and made them a home that was warm, loving
and fun. For more than 96 years, she lived her life in service to her Lord,
using her love, kindness and humor to be a witness for God’s love.
Mary was preceded in death by her parents; her husband; sisters Barcilee Chapman
and Doris Cocanaugher; brothers Joe Motsenbocker and Ralph Motsenbocker; and
grandson Brandon Ray Singleton.
She is survived by daughter Melanie Singleton of Bridgeport; sons Jeff Singleton
and wife, Laura, of Bella Vista, Ark., Randy Singleton and wife, Judy, of
Bridgeport and Brent Singleton and wife, Debbie, of Bridgeport.
Other survivors include sister Oleta Nix and husband, Joe, of Austin; grandsons
Jay Singleton of Plano and Carl Stephens and wife, Rachel, of San Antonio;
granddaughters Ashley Watts of Denton, Tammie Seymore and husband, Brian, of
Bulverde and Arin Stephens of Little Rock, Ark.; and great-grandchildren Bella,
Kelsey, Jonathan, Alice and Marcus.
Slimp,
Doyle Ray, Rev |
1936-2017
Published
Saturday, June 10, 2017
Doyle Slimp
The Rev. Doyle Ray Slimp, 81, of Decatur, died Monday, June 5, 2017, in Fort
Worth.
Funeral was Friday, June 9 at First Baptist Church with Clyde Harold Slimp, the
Rev. Ray Cobb, and the Rev. Eddie Miligan officiating. Burial followed in
Oaklawn Cemetery.
Hawkins Funeral Home in Decatur is handling arrangements.
Doyle was born April 28, 1936, in Rhome to Shade and Dovie (Lambert) Slimp. He
married Martha Sue Taylor June 8, 1956, in Decatur. Doyle was a retired minister
for over 40 years and also retired machinist for Bell Helicopter. He was a
member of the First Baptist Church in Decatur.
He was preceded in death by his parents; brothers Wayne Slimp and James Slimp;
and sister Elaine Andress.
He is survived by his wife of 61 years; son Rick Slimp and wife, Karen, of
Decatur; grandchildren Jeremy Slimp of Decatur, Eric Slimp and wife, Samantha,
of Fort Worth and Kayla Slimp of Dallas; great-grandchildren Kaidan and Marcie
of Decatur and Madelyn Slimp of Fort Worth; mother-in-law Oleta Dethloff of
Decatur; brother Clyde Slimp and wife, Patsy, of Decatur; brother-in-law Milton
Andress of Boyd; sister-in-law Raylee Slimp of Boyd; and numerous nieces,
nephews, cousins and friends.
Slimp,
Joshua Paul |
1983-2017
Published
Wednesday, July 19, 2017
Joshua Slimp
Joshua Paul Slimp, 34, of Bridgeport, died Sunday, July 16, 2017, in Grapevine.
Funeral is 10:30 a.m. Friday, July 21, at Jones Family Funeral Home in Decatur
with Randy Slimp officiating. Burial will follow at Alvord Cemetery.
Visitation is 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home.
Pallbearers are Patrick Cox, Josh Jones, Jody Slimp, Micah Slimp, Matthew Slimp
and Jacob Slimp.
Josh was born March 22, 1983, in Fort Worth to Danny and Tina (Ferguson) Slimp.
He proudly served his country as a lance corporal in the United States Marine
Corps. In the spring of 2006, Josh married the love of his life, Casey Holley,
and together they shared 11 wonderful years of marriage.
Josh loved being a WATCHdog at the Bridgeport Elementary school. He also enjoyed
hunting hogs, shooting guns, coaching youth basketball and playing video games
with his kids.
Josh was preceded in death by his grandparents, Bobby and Verda Slimp and J.C.
Ferguson.
He is survived by his wife; son Hagen Lane Slimp; daughter Kyndal Reese Slimp;
his parents; brothers Jody Slimp and wife, Morgan, Micah Slimp and Ashley of
Alvord and Matthew Slimp and wife, Kayla, of Bowie; and grandmother Claudette
Ferguson of Newark.
Small,
Dorotha Mae (Mckeever)
| 1921-2017
Published
Saturday, November 18, 2017
Dorotha Mae Small
Dorotha Mae Small, 96, of Decatur, died Tuesday, Nov. 14, 2017, in Decatur.
Funeral is 10:30 a.m. Monday, Nov. 20, at Decatur Church of Christ with Rick
Ross officiating. Burial will follow at 2 p.m. at Oak Grove Memorial Gardens in
Irving.
Visitation is 4 to 6 p.m. Sunday at Hawkins Funeral Home in Decatur.
Pallbearers are Eric Vincent, Doyle Low, David Isham, Cary Obidinski, Shane
Small and Kevin Small.
Dorotha was born Sept. 4, 1921, in Paris to George and Eula (Medcalf) Mckeever.
She married Albert Henry Small June 22, 1940, in Irving. Dorotha retired as a
high school attendance clerk. She was a member of the Decatur Church of Christ.
She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband; two brothers; and one
sister.
She is survived by her sons, George Small and wife, Pam, and Curtis Small and
wife, Margie, of Weatherford; daughters Alma Jean Fenton of Tyler, Audrey Dyer
and husband, John, of Decatur and Cindy Buckholz and husband, David, of
Granbury; sister Melba Gotcher of Fort Worth; and numerous grandchildren,
great-grandchildren and friends.
Small,
Jovita T. (Tisalona)
| 1928-2017
Published
Wednesday, February 22, 2017
Jovita Small
Jovita T. Small, 88, died Friday Feb. 17, 2017, after a short bout with
pneumonia.
A private graveside service for family will be held Saturday, Feb. 25, at
Edgewood Cemetery in Lancaster.
Jovita was born Feb. 24, 1928, in Bom Bang, Luzon, Philippines to Santiago and
Gabina Tisalona. She was one of 13 children. She met and married her husband,
Joseph D. Small Jr. March 30, 1947, while he was on duty in the Philippines with
the U.S. Navy. They were married 64 years.
After they married, they lived in Joseph’s hometown of Indianapolis. In 1951,
they moved their family to Lancaster. Jovita was a homemaker, and Joseph worked
for LTV. In 1961, they moved to Arlington.
Joyen, as she was known by some, was an accomplished golfer, winning numerous
tournaments with the Lake Arlington Women’s Golf Association. She was also a
prolific bowler with the Plaza Twilight League.
Joyen surpassed her skills in sports by being a talented designer and
seamstress. She was well known for her amazing dance recital costumes, her
wedding and bridesmaids dresses and the custom clothing she sewed for her four
daughters throughout their lives. Joyen was selected in 1972 to design and sew
costumes for the trainers, entertainers and marine mammals at the Seven Seas
Marine Park in Arlington.
In 1982, Joseph and Joyen purchased 15 acres in Paradise and built their
retirement home. They were avid square and round dancers.
Jovita was preceded in death by her husband; infant daughter Patricia; and
eldest daughter Anita.
She is survived by daughters Peg Looney and husband, Dennis, Pam Foster and
husband, Nathan and Linda Small; son Michael Small and wife, Patty;
grandchildren Jovita Roy, Patricia Harvey, Robert Henderson, James Hazelwood,
Jeremey Katrycz, Mistie Lyons, Reyna Arndorfor and Robert West; 17
great-grandchildren; and three great-great-grandchildren.
Smith,
David Lafayette |
1926-2017
Published
Saturday, August 12, 2017
David Lafayette
Smith, 90, of Bridgeport, died Tuesday, Aug. 8, 2017, in Bridgeport.
No services are planned.
David was born Nov. 18, 1926, in Rhome.
He was preceded in death by his wife, Billie Mack Smith; and sons Mike Smith and
Randy Smith.
He is survived by his sons, Mark Smith of Mexico and Bobby Smith and wife,
Diane, of Bridgeport; daughter Sharron Rutherford and husband, Bruce, of
Burleson; multiple grandchildren; and multiple great-grandchildren.
Smith,
David Lenord |
1944-2017
Published
Saturday, January 21, 2017
David Smith
David Lenord Smith, 72, of Denton, died Monday, Jan. 16, 2017, in Decatur.
Graveside service was Jan. 20 at Roselawn Memorial Park in Denton with the Rev.
Ronald Brown officiating.
Pallbearers were Brandon Good, Jason Good, David Smith, Mathew Good, William
Smith and Michael Smith.
David was born Aug. 21, 1944, in Denton to Travis and Elsie (Smith) Smith. He
was a retired truck driver.
He was preceded in death by his parents; and his daughters, Cathryn Mae Smith
and Lora Lee Smith.
David is survived by his son, David Smith and wife, Crystal, of Bridgeport;
grandsons David and Michael Smith of Bridgeport; great-granddaughter Kady Morgan
of Huntsville; sister Kathleen Parsons of Denton; and other relatives and
friends.
Smith,
Gladys Joy (Horner) |
1925-2017
Published
Wednesday, January 11, 2017
Gladys Smith
Gladys Joy Smith, 91, of Alvord, died Friday, Jan. 6, 2017, in Bowie.
Funeral was Jan. 10 at the First Baptist Church of Alvord with the Rev. Bill
Cleveland officiating. Burial followed at Briar Branch Cemetery in Alvord.
Pallbearers were Ricky Horner, Walter Bull, Rusty Hand, Davey Edwards, Tommy
Edwards and Johnnie Smith.
Gladys was born March 4, 1925, in Decatur to Cecil and Clara (Cunningham)
Horner. She married Clyde Smith July 17, 1945, in Decatur. Gladys was a member
of the First Baptist Church in Alvord since 1950.
She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband; and brother Guy Horner
Jr.
She is survived by her daughter, Anna L. Heller and husband, Lynn, of Alvord;
sons Phillip W. Smith of Alvord and Clyde McDonald “Mack” Smith II of
Alvord; grandchildren Lora Hawley and Brian Whaley; great-grandchild Brennen
Smith Whaley; brother Travis Horner; sisters-in-law Oleta Horner and Mary
Rutherford; brother-in-law C.P. Smith Jr.; and numerous nieces, nephews, other
family members and friends.
Smith,
Joe Todd | 1963-2017
Published
Wednesday, March 22, 2017
Joe Smith
Joe Todd Smith, 53, of Bowie, died Saturday, March 18, 2017, in Nocona.
Funeral is 2 p.m. Wednesday, March 22, at Hawkins Funeral Home in Decatur with
the Rev. Lupe Batterton officiating. Burial will follow at Aurora Cemetery.
Pallbearers are Dean Smith, Eddie Smith, Rodney Davis, Paul Carroll, Robert
DeSoza and Eric Carroll.
Honorary pallbearer is Ty Harrell.
Joe was born Sept. 23, 1963, in Colorado City to Joe and Cheryl (Lewis) Smith.
He worked as a ranch hand.
Joe was preceded in death by his mother.
He is survived by his father; his wife, Dona Carroll of Bowie; son Joe R. Smith
and wife, Keri, of Aurora; daughters Dezerea Smith of Marietta, Raven Smith of
Idaho and Flesha DeSoza and husband, Robert, of Bowie; seven grandchildren;
brothers Eddie and Dean Smith; sister Amy Davis; and numerous nieces, nephews,
cousins and friends.
Smith,
Judy Kay (Brown) |
1946-2017
Published
Wednesday, November 22, 2017
Judy Kay Brown Smith
Judy Kay Brown Smith, 71, of Decatur, died Friday, Nov. 17, 2017.
Funeral was Tuesday, Nov. 21 at Hawkins Funeral Home in Decatur with burial in
Oaklawn Cemetery. Pallbearers were nephews Matt Brown, Thomas Burkhardt, Larry
Woods, Scott Thomson, Jonathan Mason and Chris Fraker.
Honorary pallbearers were nephews Mark Brown, Monte Smith and Rory Smith.
Judy was part of the founding families of Wise County and a longtime resident of
Decatur. She was born July 17, 1946. She graduated from Decatur High School in
1964, and after meeting her future husband Alton L. Smith at the Whispering
Wheels skating rink, married him April 30, 1966, in her parents’ home. Later
Judy and Al had two children. They returned in 1980 to make Decatur their
family’s home. Judy eventually retired from the state of Texas. When she
wasn’t crocheting or making sure every single person around her had food in
their belly, she shopped the aisles of Wal-Mart, always on the hunt for a
bargain or some town gossip.
Throughout her life, she loved this town and the people in it, leaving us with
the sincerest gratitude to have been a member of it.
She is preceded in death by her father Lawrence Brown, a member of the famed
Lost Battalion; and her mother Marjorie Buchanan Brown of the Buchanan dairy
family.
Judy is survived by her loving husband of over 51 years; daughter Shannon Smith
Green of Lake Bridgeport; son Sean Smith and his husband, Carter Covington, of
Los Angeles, Calif.; granddaughter Hailey Green; grandson Cormac
Covington-Smith; brother Pat Brown and wife, Jenny, of Plano; and many adoring
extended family members and friends.
In lieu of flowers, please make charitable donations in her name to the
Wise Hope Crisis Center and Solaris Hospice.
Smith,
Larry Dean | 1952-2017
Published
Wednesday, September 13, 2017
Larry Smith
Larry Dean Smith, 65, of Bridgeport, died Sunday, Sept. 10, 2017, in Paradise.
Funeral is 10 a.m. Friday, Sept. 15, at Hawkins Funeral Home in Bridgeport with
the Rev. Jeff Honeycutt officiating. Burial will follow at Roberts Branch
Cemetery in Jacksboro.
Visitation is 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home.
Pallbearers are Jason Smith, Cody Anderson, Bobby Richey, Frank Conteras,
Clayton Green and Bo Smith.
Honorary pallbearers are Tim Vera, Bill Lewis, James Owen, Michael Gage and
Jason Alvey.
Larry was born Feb. 4, 1952, in Jacksboro to Jasper and Della Mae “Johnnie”
(Brisco) Smith. He married Pamela Kay Koerner March 8, 1997, in Bridgeport.
Larry was a member of the United Body of Christ Church in Paradise. He was a
retired meter technician for Devon.
He was preceded in death by his father.
Larry is survived by his wife of 20 years; son Jason Smith and wife, Sherry, of
Decatur; daughters Tracey Melendrez and husband, Rey, of Cedar Creek, Kayla
Prock Jones and husband, Doug, of Decatur, Jeanie Dahlen of Alvord and Misty
Hillary and husband, Patrick, of Euless; 18 grandchildren; five
great-grandchildren; his mother; brother Ronnie Smitha and wife, Lindsey, of
Bridgeport; sister Connie Shawn and husband, Jerry, of Boyd; and numerous
extended family members and friends.
Smith,
Ronnie Leon |
1942-2017
Published
Saturday, July 8, 2017
Ronnie Smith
Ronnie Leon Smith, 74, of Decatur, died Monday, July 3, 2017, in Decatur.
Graveside service was Friday, July 7 at Prairie Mound Cemetery with the Rev.
Kris Hogan officiating.
Hawkins Funeral Home in Decatur handled arrangements.
Honorary pallbearers were Bart Gavit, Nathan Gavit, Brad Ash, Ben Hogan and
Deuce Hogan.
Ronnie was born Nov. 8, 1942, in Argyle to Harlin and Muriel (Jennings) Smith.
He married Debbie Gavit Jan. 4, 1985, in Denton County. Ronnie was a retired
auto mechanic for more than 40 years. He was a member of the First Baptist
Church in Argyle.
He was preceded in death by his parents.
He is survived by his wife of 32 years; sons, Ronnie Smith Jr. and wife,
Kristine, of Coppell, Robert Dale Smith and wife, Karen, of Oregon, Kris Hogan
and wife, Amy, of Southlake and Ben Hogan of Decatur; daughter, Rhonda Ash of
Colorado; brother, Doyle Smith and wife, Judy, of Keller; sister, Wilda Hensley
of Junction; nine grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces,
nephews, cousins and friends.
Smith,
Tracy Ann (Mazur) |
1971-2017
Published
Wednesday, July 12, 2017
Tracy Smith
Tracy Ann Mazur Smith, 45, of Greenwood, died Thursday, June 29, 2017, in
Greenwood.
Memorial service was July 7 at DeBerry Funeral Directors in Denton.
Tracy was born July 27, 1971, in Dallas to James A. and Paula “Cherylene”
Long Mazur. Tracy worked as a staff accountant for Aleatris Stanley CPA PLLC for
many years. She loved serving as county chair of the Wise County Democratic
Party in Texas.
Tracy was preceded in death by her mother; and brother James “Jake” Mazur.
She is survived by her husband of 30 years, Coley Smith of Greenwood; son Evan
Smith of Hurst; her father; sisters Sheree Davis of Frisco and Jackie Mazur of
Krum; sister-in-law Trina Smith; father-in-law Larry Smith; nieces Alex Mazur
and Rayanne Geletko; nephews Brad Hall, Ryan Hall, David Martinez, Jakob Geletko
and Andrew Parks; one great-niece; several aunts and uncles; and cousins.
Smith,
William Allen ‘Bill’
| 1952-2017
Published
Saturday, January 14, 2017
William Smith
William Allen (Bill) Smith, 64, of Waco, formerly of Runaway Bay, died Tuesday,
Jan. 10, 2017, in Waco.
Service is 10 a.m. Saturday, Jan. 14, at Jones Family Funeral Home in
Bridgeport.
Bill was born June 18, 1952, in Kermit to Allen and Billie Ruth (Martin) Smith.
He was a retired truck driver. He served his country in the United States Air
Force during the Vietnam War from 1971 to 1975. He was a member of the
Brotherhood of Teamsters, U.S.O. and Wise County Veterans Group.
Bill was also a member of the First United Methodist Church of Bridgeport. He
married Linda Rose Gonzalez Feb. 11, 1983, in Bridgeport. He loved the Dallas
Cowboys, his family, traveling and genealogy. Bill was a person who was always
ready to help anyone in need.
He was preceded in death by his parents and brother Claude Smith.
He is survived by his wife; daughter Ashley Nicole Bradley and husband, Rick;
sisters Nola Fraley and husband, Michael, and Debra O’Bryant; sister-in-law
Dolores Gonzalez; nephews Richard O’Bryant and wife, Stephanie, and Dustin
Fraley and wife, Stephanie; and numerous extended family members.
Solomon,
Ruby Frances (Bragg)
| 1929-2017
Published
Wednesday, November 1, 2017
Ruby Frances Solomon
Ruby Frances Solomon, 88, of Decatur, died Monday, Oct. 30, 2017, in Decatur.
Funeral is 2 p.m. Friday, Nov. 3, at Aurora Baptist Church with the Rev. Jimmy
Withers officiating. Burial will follow at Aurora Cemetery.
Visitation is 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday at Hawkins Funeral Home in Boyd.
Pallbearers are Michael Solomon, Zack Bone, Vernon Solomon, Lucas Solomon, Kyle
Solomon and Ward Robinson.
Honorary pallbearers are Donny Worthington, Kyle Copp, Brad Adcock and Ronnie
Shockey.
Ruby was born June 11, 1929, in Cedar Hill to Lawrence and Mamie (Tulley) Bragg.
She married Felix Vernon Solomon June 6, 1947, in Kaufman County. Ruby was a
member of Aurora Baptist Church for more than 60 years. She retired from being a
secretary at Northwest ISD after many years of service.
She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband; sons Michael and Rick
Solomon; sisters Jo Kimsey, Evelyn Pinson and Onida Kimsey; and brother Eldred
Bragg.
She is survived by her sons, Terry Solomon and wife, Terrie Lynn, of Aurora and
Steve Solomon and wife, Margie, of Fort Worth; grandchildren Michael Solomon and
wife, Mellissa, of Trophy Club, Stacie Robinson and husband, Ward, of Peaster,
Zack Bone of Fort Worth, Vernon Solomon of Aurora and Lucas Solomon of Aurora;
great-grandchildren Morgan Robinson, Micah Solomon, Kyle Solomon, Rickie
Robinson, and Carter, Aden, Ellis and Grace Boclair; sister Betty Solomon of
Azle; and other relatives and friends.
Sparks,
Norman Neil |
1934-2017
Published
Wednesday, June 28, 2017
Norman Sparks
Norman Neil Sparks, 83, of Boyd, died Friday, June 23, 2017, in Boyd.
Graveside service is 1 p.m. Wednesday, June 28, at Dallas Fort Worth National
Cemetery in Dallas.
Visitation is 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. Wednesday at Aria Cremation Service and
Funeral Homes in Irving.
Norman was born March 24, 1934, in Friars Point, Miss. He married Linda Louise
Sparks Nov. 2, 1981.
Norman was proud to serve our country in the Navy, and then as a police officer
in Long Beach, Calif. He attended Long Beach City College and retired from the
Internal Revenue Service. He loved his family, enjoyed hunting and fishing in
his younger years and had a love for animals – especially his standard poodle
Beauson III.
Many people called him “Sparkie.” He was at peace with the Lord at the time
of death. He was a Mason.
Norman was preceded in death by his mother, Pearlie Mae Knight Hudson; father
Vernon Sparks; and sisters Dorothy (Dotty) Hancock and Betty Sparks Warbritton.
He is survived by his wife; daughters Brenda Sparks Minix and husband, Tim,
Marie Garza and Tammy Lynn Shank; grandchildren Troy A. Minix, Amy N. Minix and
Ryan T. Thompson; and sister Kay Sparks Littrell.
Speights,
Lisa Elaine (Thomas)
| 165-2017
Published
Saturday, December 16, 2017
Lisa Elaine Speights
Lisa Elaine Speights, 52, of Roanoke, died Tuesday, Dec. 12, 2017, in Roanoke.
Graveside service is noon Saturday at Paradise Cemetery with the Rev. Cody
Thomas officiating.
Hawkins Funeral Home in Boyd is handling arrangements.
Pallbearers are Justin Speights, Eric Whitford, Kurtis Brunson, Gary Speights,
Kelton Gayoso, Austin Kim and Keith McGee.
Lisa was born Nov. 20, 1965, in Grapevine to J.W. “Bud” and Dovie Florene
(Fine) Thomas. She married Johnny Ray Speights Aug. 26, 1983, in Denton and was
a retired assistant manager.
Lisa was preceded in death by her father; her husband; son Rusty Speights;
sister Charlotte Morgan; and brother Jerry Thomas.
She is survived by her son, Justin Speights and wife, Patrisha; daughters Sherry
“Becky” Whitford and husband, Eric and Cara Joyce Brunson and husband,
Kurtis Lee; grandchildren Morgan, Hannah, Dovie Lynn, Addison and Allison; her
mother; brothers Bobby Thomas, James Randall Thomas and David Miaso and wife,
Donna; sisters Linda Dennis, Brenda Thomas and Neta Gayoso; and nieces, nephews
and friends.
Spikes,
Tom | 1939-20017
Published
Saturday, December 9, 2017
Tom Spikes
Tom Spikes, 78, of Bridgeport, died Thursday, Dec. 7, 2017, in Bridgeport.
Service is 10 a.m. Tuesday, Dec. 12, at the First Baptist Church in Bridgeport
with Dr. Craig Erb officiating. Burial will follow at the East Bridgeport
Cemetery.
Visitation is one hour prior to the service.
Jones Family Funeral Home in Bridgeport is handling arrangements.
Pallbearers are Brent Blackburn, Kyle Ostwinkle, Will Rush, Ben Rush, James
White and Jim Fisher.
Honorary pallbearer is James Jackson.
Tom was born April 18, 1939, in Monette, Ark., to Wayland and Lucille (Parmer)
Spikes. Tom married Sandra Rush in 1982 in Memphis, Tenn. He served in the U.S.
Army and was a member of the First Baptist Church. He was a truck driver by
trade.
Tom was preceded in death by his parents; son Brian Spikes; and brother Bobby
Spikes.
He is survived by his wife; son Bob Spikes of Ramona, Calif.; stepdaughters
Laura Blackburn and husband, Mark, of Runaway Bay and Hope McCord and husband,
Gary, of Bartlett, Tenn.; stepson Todd Rush and wife, Anita, of Olive Branch,
Miss.; grandchildren Ashley Spikes, Macayla Spikes, Brent Blackburn, Stephanie
Ostwinkle, Malory McCord, Macee Rush, Will Rush and Ben Rush; and
great-grandchildren Emma, Jackson, Blake and Ava Blackburn.
Spiller,
William Charles ‘Charlie’
| 1924-2017
Published
Wednesday, February 15, 2017
William Spiller
William Charles “Charlie” Spiller, 92, of Bridgeport died Friday, Feb. 10,
2017, in Bridgeport.
A private service was held. The Rev. Jack McAsey officiated.
Charlie was born Aug. 16, 1924, in Marion, Ill., to William and Ida (Sutton)
Spiller. He married Betty “Mickey” McVay Aug. 31, 1947, in Springfield, Mo.
Charlie held a bachelor’s degree in engineering and worked as vice president
and division manager for Mitchell Energy for 15 years. He proudly served his
country in the United States Army, and he was a member of Emmanuel Church in
Fort Worth.
Charlie was preceded in death by his parents.
He is survived by his wife of 69 years, Mickey Spiller of Bridgeport; daughters
Jane Ann Luxton and husband, Ernie, of Weatherford and Patricia Lee Ford and
husband, Tom, of Rosanky; son Charles Arthur Spiller and wife, Naomi, of Cape
Fair, Mo.; grandchildren Lauren Segura and husband, Kellen, Camden Spiller and
wife, Sarah, Riley Spiller and wife, Anna, Camille Austin and husband, Andrew,
Emily Spiller, Emerson Spiller, Bradi Anne Spiller and Mack Spiller and wife,
Heidi; seven great-grandchildren; and other family members and friends.
Spindle,
Verna Ruth (Pharr) |
1925-2017
Published
Saturday, August 5, 2017
Verna Spindle
Verna Ruth Spindle, 92, died Thursday, Aug. 3, 2017, in Gainesville.
Funeral is 1 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 5, at First Baptist Church of Valley View.
Burial will follow at Valley View Cemetery.
Coker Funeral Home in Sanger is handling arrangements.
Ruth was born Jan. 10, 1925, in Pickton to Edd and Dora Ethel Alford Pharr. The
family moved to Valley View, where she met Clifton Horace Spindle. He became her
soul mate, best friend and the love of her life. They married Nov. 16, 1940, and
their union lasted 70 years.
Though she spent most of her life devoted to raising her children and helping on
the farm, she had one stint in her later years working in the justice of the
peace office in Valley View where she spoiled the highway patrolmen of Cooke
County with her infamous cream pies.
Ruth loved spending time at their cabin on Lake Texoma and at their winter home
in Port Isabel. She also loved traveling with Clifton in their RV. They were
equally avid fishermen and dropped a hook every chance they got.
Ruth was always at the ready for wicked games of dominos and Skip-Bo. She also
enjoyed sewing, knitting, crocheting and painting. Her favorite pastime, though,
was family gatherings and spoiling her many grandchildren.
Ruth was a kind and gentle soul. She had a loving and generous heart and always
opened her arms to others. She had a quick wit, a devilish smile and an
infectious giggle. She will be sorely missed by all who knew her.
Ruth was preceded in death by her husband; her parents; grandson David McFarlin;
granddaughters Ashli Spindle and Courtney Smith; son-in-law Teddy Barclay;
grandson-in-law Roman Juarez; and granddaughter-in-law Beth Straubmueller.
She is survived by her daughters, Jeanette Doty of Denton, Sue Luthi and
husband, Dick, of Gainesville, Annette Straubmueller and husband, Mort, of
Corinth, Kay Barclay of Valley View and Joye Williams and husband, Mack, of
Sanger; son Cliff Spindle and wife, Trina, of Valley View; 38 grandchildren; 34
great-grandchildren; and 15 great-great-grandchildren.
Other survivors include brother-in-law Floyd Spindle; sisters-in-law Joann Belz
and Frances Helton; special nephew Howard Ashcraft and wife, Frieda; and
lifelong special friend (little sister), Evelyn Anne Calhoun.
Memorial donations may be made to the ALS Association (alsa.org) or to a charity
of choice.
St.
John, Raymond Eugene
| 1934-2017
Published
Wednesday, October 11, 2017
Raymond Eugene St.
John
Raymond Eugene St. John, 83, of Chico, died Monday, Oct. 9, 2017, in Bridgeport.
Funeral is 10:30 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 14, at Hawkins Funeral Home in Bridgeport
with the Rev. Robert Cox officiating. Burial will follow at Cumby Cemetery.
Visitation is 6 to 8 p.m. Friday at the funeral home.
Pallbearers are Carvel St. John, Mark St. John, Chad St. John, Trustin St. John
and Larry Marshall.
Raymond was born Aug. 24, 1934, in Bowie to James Wesley and Annie (Rich) St.
John. He married Cora Martin April 30, 1954, in Weatherford. Raymond was a truck
driver for Coffman Tank Truck until his retirement. He was a member of the
Living Waters Church in Chico and a member of the Moose Lodge in Fort Worth.
He was preceded in death by his parents; his wife, Cora St. John; daughter
Patricia Hill; and sisters Mary Jo and Wanda.
He is survived by his sons, Dawayne St. John and wife, Lois, of Bowie, Randell
St. John and wife, Christi, of Montague and David St. John of Chico;
grandchildren Carvel, Mark, Chad, Trustin, Chris, Krystal, Tamara and Leah; 15
great-grandchildren; brothers Dan, Jerry, James, Rubin, Bobby and Alvin; sisters
Shirley, Linda, Ethelene, Helen and Lois; and numerous nieces, nephews, cousins
and friends.
Standefer,
Laverna Frances ‘Fran’ (Parker)
| 1940-2017
Published
Saturday, November 4, 2017
Laverna Frances
Standefer
Laverna Frances (Fran) Standefer, 76, of Boyd, died Monday, Oct. 30, 2017, in
Decatur.
No service is planned at this time.
Hawkins Funeral Home in Decatur is handling arrangements.
Laverna was born Nov. 1, 1940, in Woody to Cleo and Mary (Foster) Parker. She
was a retired caregiver.
She was preceded in death by her mother; and brother Bob Burkett.
She is survived by her son, Terry Doyle Standefer and wife, Melinda, of Lake
Dallas; daughter Nedinah Kay Davis and husband, Craig, of Odessa; son Randy Ross
Standefer of Odessa; grandchildren TJ Standefer of Euless, CJ Davis and wife,
Amanda, of Odessa, Megan Riley and husband, Patrick, of Lewisville, Lauren Davis
of Odessa, Kirsten Nelson of Odessa and Randy G. Standefer of Odessa;
great-grandchildren Kylee, Haylee and Rylee Davis, Mckenzie Willenborg Riley and
Lucy Riley; brothers Steve Parker of Odessa and Charles Burkett of Brownfield;
sister Jan Burkett of Boyd; and numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.
Steagall,
Cherry Sue (Brown) Rose
| 1943-2017
Published
Wednesday, April 5, 2017
Cherry Sue Steagall,
73, of Paradise, died Sunday, April 2, in Paradise.
Graveside service is 10 a.m. Wednesday, April 5, at Paradise Cemetery.
Cherry was born July 25, 1943, in Bridgeport to Bonnie Foster ‘Tommy Boy’
Brown and Blanche Marie Preskitt Brown. She was a nurse whose hobbies included
reading.
Cherry was preceded in death by husbands Donley Rose Jr. and Sam Steagall; her
parents; and brothers Jim Brown, Gary Brown and Mike Brown.
She is survived by daughters Doni Caruthers and husband, Skeet, of Paradise,
Pattie Davis and husband, Jeff, of Bridgeport, Tracie Smith and husband, Jerry,
of Paradise and Samantha Steagall of Paradise; brothers Tommy Brown of
Bridgeport and Rusty Brown and wife, Elaine, of Bridgeport; sisters Barbara
McDaniel and husband, Austin, of Bridgeport, Rayanne Gentry and husband, Brad,
of Paradise and Carolyn Akins of Denton.
She is also survived by grandchildren Colton Caruthers, Ashlee Smith, Kaylee
Brown, Sammy Davis and Kaitlynn Smith; and great-grandchildren Zoey Brown,
Barrett Cobb and Asher Caruthers.
Steinhauer,
Nancy Catherine (Moore)
| 1948-2017
Published
Saturday, July 1, 2017
Nancy Steinhauer
Nancy Catherine Moore Steinhauer, 68, of Paradise, died Wednesday, June 14,
2017, in Paradise.
Memorial service is 10:30 a.m. Saturday, July 8, at Church of the Living God in
Cottondale with the Rev. Jack Skidmore officiating.
Hawkins Funeral Home in Bridgeport is handling arrangements.
Nancy was born Aug. 22, 1948, in Fort Worth to Leonard and Viola (Pahmeyer)
Moore. She married James Steinhauer Nov. 27, 1976, in Fort Worth. She was a
foster mother to more than 100 children in Wise County and was a licensed
cosmetologist.
Nancy was a member of the Church of the Living God in Cottondale.
She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband; and daughter Tiffany
Chance.
She is survived by her sons, Steven Wayne Quinlan and wife, Ann, of Granbury,
Christian Steinhauer of Rhome and Casey Steinhauer of Rhome; grandchildren Ryan
Cole Quinlan and Shyla Kaye Quinlan of Granbury and Annabella Grace Chance of
Paradise; sister Annie Lee Turner of Argyle; a niece, stepchildren, extended
family members and friends.
Stephens,
Lasca Thelma (Franklin)
| 1923-2017
Published
Saturday, March 11, 2017
Lasca Stephens
Lasca Thelma Franklin Stephens, 93, of Denton, died Thursday, March 9, 2017.
Memorial service is 2 p.m. Saturday, March 11, at the First Christian Church of
Denton.
Lasca was born Oct. 25, 1923, in Pocasset, Okla., and raised in Verden, Okla.,
on the family farm. Over the past week numerous visitors have described her as
funny, amazing, gorgeous, incredible, strong, quick-witted, peaceful, talented,
strong-willed, classy, compassionate, giving, helpful and generous.
Lasca was a true pioneer woman, helping to raise livestock and crops while
tending to her sick mother and aunt early in life. She received a scholarship to
business school at Oklahoma City University and later attended Oklahoma State
University in Stillwater. She never attended nursing school, but she helped
nurse many people back to health throughout her life.
During World War II, she supported war efforts by working for the Chickasha
Flying School. She was faithful in serving her church, volunteering for the VFW
women’s auxiliary, American Legion, the Lady Elks and the Christian Women’s
Fellowship. She helped support and advocate for natural alternative healthcare
by promoting acupuncture and chiropractic care. She was proud to be the first
female in Grady County, Okla., to wear pants to work, and she actively supported
rodeo and the sports in which her family was involved.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Dr. H.L. Stephens; parents Milton
Bryan and Thelma Franklin; siblings Carol Muske, Milton “Buddy” Franklin and
Sharon Rife; and great-granddaughters Hope and Faith Horner.
She is survived by her children, Carla “Susie” Wood McCarley and husband,
Ronnie, Thomas “Woody” Wood and wife, Charlotte, Raymond Walker and wife,
Mary, Dr. Kay Arthur and husband, Barney, and Patricia “Trish” Hill and
husband, Steve Hedrick; grandchildren Jimmy McCarley and wife, Kathy, Buffy
Strange and husband, Casey, Shawn Wood and wife, Ashley, Ryan Walker and wife,
Katie, Natalie McKensie, Cody Arthur, Katy Arthur, Tracey Lowry and husband,
Josh, Sam Bowman and Casey Bowman.
She is also survived by great-grandchildren Micah and Tripp McCarley, Colton
Wood, Alyssa and Ayden Arthur, Elisabeth and Seth McKensie, Hunter and Fisher
Horner, Delaney and Thatcher Lowry, River VaQuera and Grace Bowman; and numerous
nieces, nephews and cousins.
Stokes,
Billie Jo (Waters) |
1932-2017
Published
Saturday, December 23, 2017
Billie Jo Waters
Stokes
Billie Jo Waters Stokes, 85, of Bridgeport, died Wednesday, Dec. 20, 2017, in
Bridgeport.
Funeral is 2 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 23, at Hawkins Funeral Home in Bridgeport with
Doug Bridwell and Tim Green officiating. Burial will follow at West Bridgeport
Cemetery.
Pallbearers are Todd Stokes, Tim Green, Juan Mercer, Jeff Green, Tracy Martin
and Randy Powell.
Honorary pallbearers are Tony Green, Chris Romines and John Maddux.
Billie was born Oct. 12, 1932, in Parker County to Blan and Ethel Marie (Cox)
Waters. She married Morris Stokes April 16, 1954, in Bridgeport. Billie was a
member of the First Baptist Church in Bridgeport. She was a former retail store
clerk and homemaker.
She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband; sisters Ann Pierce, Nona
Kinnibe and Wanda Sipes; and brothers Dickie Waters and Jim Waters.
She is survived by her son, Stephen Stokes and wife, Samantha, of New Fairview;
daughter Vicki Holder of Bridgeport; grandchildren Jonathan Holder, Mary Beth
Holder and boyfriend, Taylor Milici, Jason Stokes, Josh Smith and wife, Shauna,
Scarlett Psutka and Victoria Nichols; great-grandchildren Fable and Rowan; and
numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.
Stone,
Glen Fred | 1945-2017
Published
Wednesday, January 18, 2017
Glen Stone
Glen Fred Stone, 71, of Bridgeport, died Saturday, Jan. 14, 2017, in Decatur.
A memorial service will be held at a later date
Glen was born Oct. 2, 1945, in Laurel, Neb., to Robert and Mildred (Anderson)
Stone. He married Sandra Juracek Oct. 24, 1963, in Norfolk, Neb. Twenty-five
years of his career was spent in special market sales for Brown and Williamson
Tobacco, in both Norfolk, Neb., and Keller before moving to the Bridgeport area
in 2001.
Glen was also a professional musician, both part-time and full-time, playing the
drums for 40 years in numerous bands from coast to coast.
He was preceded in death by his parents; brother Gary Stone; and father-in-law
Clarence Juracek.
He is survived by his wife of 53 years; sons Darrin Stone of Bowie and Damian
Stone of Fort Worth; grandsons Chase Stone and Jaxon Stone, both of Fort Worth;
sisters Rose Dymacek of Lincoln, Neb., Linda Longe of Unadilla, N.Y., and
Loraine Earleywine of Lincoln; and brother Randy Stone of Lincoln.
Stone,
Kenneth Wade |
1933-2017
Published
Wednesday, November 15, 2017
Kenneth Wade Stone
Kenneth Wade Stone, 84, of Decatur, died Thursday, Nov. 9, 2017, in Decatur.
Hawkins Funeral Home in Decatur is handling arrangements.
Kenneth was born Feb. 8, 1933, in Fort Cobb, Okla., to Herman Levi and Ruby
Alice (Martin) Stone. He was a two-year veteran in the United States Army.
Kenneth married Shirley Hinton Aug. 27, 1955, in Globe, Ariz. He worked for Mt.
Bell Phone Co. in Arizona and retired after 30 years of service. He and Shirley
spent a lifetime split between Arizona and Texas, having fun sharing many
adventures and creating countless memories.
Kenneth was preceded in death by his parents; a brother; and a sister.
He is survived by his wife of 62 years; daughters Brenda Ferguson and husband,
Rick, of Phoenix and Tammy St. John and husband, Ray, of Ava, Mo.; grandchildren
Chris Stelzer and wife, Rachel, of Phoenix, Kendra Stelzer of Phoenix, Tonya St.
John of Phoenix and Justin St. John of Springfield, Mo.; two nephews; and
friends.
Tagle,
Henry ‘Hank’ |
1947-2017
Published
Saturday, November 18, 2017
Henry Tagle
Henry “Hank” Tagle, 70, of Bridgeport, died Sunday, Nov. 12, 2017, in
Decatur.
Jones Family Funeral Home in Decatur is handling arrangements.
Hank was born Feb. 8, 1947, in Aquilla to Enrico and Will Etta Tagle. He married
Sandra Hughes May 18, 1985, in Fort Worth. He dearly loved his family and will
be missed by everyone.
Hank is survived by his wife; sons Anthony Tagle and wife, Staci and Jonathan
“Scott” Tagle; and grandchildren Jonathan Scott Tagle Jr., Anya Tagle, Gabe
Tagle and Gwen Tagle.
Talley,
Charles Sean ‘Sean’
| 1966-2017
Published
Wednesday, March 15, 2017
Sean Talley
Charles Sean Talley, known to his loved ones as Sean, died Sunday, March 12,
2017.
Funeral is 10 a.m. Friday, March 17, at the Grace Fellowship Church in Paradise
with burial at Sunset Cemetery. Visitation is 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday, March 16, at
the church.
Sean was born May 23, 1966. Not only will his immediate family be carrying out
the legacy he created, but also his infinite amount of “best friends,”
people from every walk of life. In his 50 years, he served many purposes. He was
a role model, counselor, hunter, businessman, coach, father, son, husband,
brother and most importantly a child of God. In all of these roles he served as
a teacher, always wanting to share what he had learned.
He is survived by his wife, Lisa; three children, Jordan, Tatum and Hayden; his
mother, Anne Wylie and husband, Bob; father Charles Talley and wife, Jean;
sister, Lisa Groves; step-brothers, Mike and Shayne Talley; his mother-in-law
and father-in-law, Geri and Ralph Tuttle; brother-in-law Bill Tuttle and wife,
Lori; and many nieces and nephews.
Talley,
Craig | 1956-2017
Published
Wednesday, January 11, 2017
Craig Talley
Craig Talley, 60, of Decatur, died Sunday, Jan. 8, 2017, in Decatur.
Funeral is 10:30 a.m. Thursday, Jan. 12, at Decatur Church of Christ with Rick
Ross officiating. Burial will follow at Preskitt Cemetery.
Visitation is 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday at Hawkins Funeral Home in Decatur.
Pallbearers are Eric Gage, Andrew Gage, Zack Gage, Gabe Cocanougher, Nate
Haynes, Robert Watts, Donnie Watts, Lynn Hachtel, Kirby Ellenberg and Joel
Talley.
Craig was born Dec. 8, 1956, in Jacksboro to Alford and Grace (Powell) Talley.
He married Emily Haynes June 12, 2010, in Decatur. Craig was owner of Talley
Communications. He was a member of the Decatur Church of Christ.
He is survived by his wife; son Daniel Talley of Boonsville; his parents;
brother Phillip Talley and wife, Barbara, of Decatur; nephew Colt Talley and
wife, Ashlei, of Lubbock; and extended family and friends.
Taylor,
Dorothy June (Easley)
| 1926-2017
Published
Wednesday, April 26, 2017
Dorothy Taylor
Dorothy June Taylor, 90, of Stoney/Ponder, died Thursday, April 20, 2017, in
Corinth.
Funeral is 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, April 26, at Hawkins Funeral Home in Bridgeport
with Gerre Joiner officiating. Burial will follow at East Bridgeport Cemetery.
Dorothy was born Aug. 14, 1926, in Tarrant County to Newt and Sarah (Gargis)
Easley. She married Floyd Taylor Aug. 3, 1943, in Boyd. Dorothy was a member of
the First Baptist Church in Decatur. She was a member of the Eastern Star and
was a retired co-owner of Taylor Chevrolet.
Dorothy was preceded in death by her parents; her husband; and brother Harold
Easley.
She is survived by her son, Dan Taylor of Corinth; and numerous nieces, nephews,
extended family members and friends.
Memorial donations may be made to a charity of choice.
Taylor,
Leona (Stevens) |
1936-2017
Published
Wednesday, January 18, 2017
Leona Taylor, 80, of
Decatur, died Friday, Jan. 13, 2017, in Decatur.
Funeral was Jan. 17 at Jones Family Funeral Home in Decatur.
Leona was born July 8, 1936, in Palo Pinto to Mary Martha and Jack Harold
Stevens.
She was preceded in death by her parents; husband of 50 years, Walter Taylor;
sister Earlene; and stepdaughter Jolene Taylor.
She is survived by stepsons James Taylor and Robert Taylor; stepdaughter Janie
Cunningham; sisters-in-law Lillie Sherman and Ola Taylor; niece Kathy McConnell;
11 grandchildren; 18 great-grandchildren; and six great-great-grandchildren.
Taylor,
Sharon Kay (Allen) | 1949-2017
Provided
by Hawkins Funeral Homes Wise
County Messenger, December 30, 2017
Sharon
Kay Taylor, 68, a homemaker, went to be with our Lord Saturday, December 23,
2017 in Weatherford.
Funeral is 2:00 p.m. Friday, December 29, 2017 at Hawkins Funeral Home Chapel in
Bridgeport with private and family only burial in Willow Point Cemetery. Family
will receive friends 1 hour prior to service Friday, December 29, 2017 at the
funeral home.
Dr. Charles Wetherbee will officiate.
Sharon was born on October 24, 1949 to Audie and Angie Ilene (Thompson) Allen in
Bridgeport, Texas. She was united in marriage to Mike Ray Taylor on May 22, 1968
in Gibtown, Texas. Sharon was a homemaker and a member of Victory Baptist Church
in Weatherford, Texas.
She was preceded in death by her father, Audie Allen.
Those left behind to cherish her memory are her husband of 49 years, Mike
Taylor of Weatherford; sons, Michael Bryant Taylor, Matthew Paul Taylor and wife
Mary Ruth all of Weatherford; grandchildren, Lindsay Taylor and Kaylie Taylor;
sisters, twin sister, Karon Gay May and husband Jim of Arkansas and Ila Alcorn
and husband Don of Gibtown; sister in law Judy Ard and late husband Arlin of
Weatherford; mother Ilene Allen of Perrin.
Teal,
Judy Jean (Cox) |
1943-2017
Published
Wednesday, May 17, 2017
Judy Teal
Judy Jean Teal, 73, of Rhome, died Friday, May 12, 2017, in Decatur.
Memorial service is 2 p.m. Friday, May 19, at Aurora Baptist Church with the
Rev. Jimmy Withers officiating.
Visitation is at the church one hour prior to the service. Hawkins Funeral Home
in Decatur is handling arrangements.
Judy was born Nov. 27, 1943, in Savannah, Okla., to Fred and Robbie (Bell) Cox.
She married Charles Marvin Teal March 18, 1987, in Las Vegas. Judy retired from
teaching. She was a dedicated teacher, having received a master’s degree in
education, and was a member of Aurora Baptist Church. Judy loved to travel and
had a passion for people.
She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband; son Scotty Mac Nix;
brothers Rauel Cox and Lavon Cox.
She is survived by sons WC Nix III and wife, Jennifer, of McKinney and Preston
Loyd Nix and wife, Mary Elizabeth of Heath; daughter Tammy Jean Adcock and
husband, Brad, of Newark; stepdaughter Sandra Pulliam of Georgia; and
grandchildren Hunter Nix, Jade Nix, Hannah Adcock, Halyn Adcock, Preston Nix,
Payton Nix, Palmer Nix, Presley Nix, Porter Nix, Paxton Nix, Kameron Nix and
Kalison Nix.
Other survivors include daughter-in-law Kelly Nix; brothers Loy Cox and wife,
Charlene, and Scott Cox; sisters Nancy Reese and Sarah Garrison; and numerous
nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.
Memorial donations may be made to Senior Care Center in Decatur or the Aurora
Baptist Church.
Teo,
Austin Andres |
1995-2017
Published
Saturday, September 23, 2017
Austin Andres Teo
Austin Andres Teo, 22, of Bridgeport, died Saturday, Sept. 9, 2017, in
Bridgeport.
Memorial service is 11 a.m. Monday, Sept. 25, at Pleasant View Baptist Church in
Bridgeport with the Rev. Gary Demmitt officiating. Hawkins Funeral Home in
Bridgeport is handling arrangements.
Austin was born Sept. 8, 1995, to Tracie Howard and Julio Teo in Salisbury, Md.
He is survived by his mother, Traci Howard and companion, Timmy Adams, of
Bridgeport; his father, Julio Teo and wife, Suyapa, of Salisbury, Md.; brothers
Matthew Rankin of Bridgeport and Angel Teo of Salisbury; sisters Jaquelynn
Carmean of Bridgeport, Leslie Teo of Lewisville and Ivy Adams of Bridgeport; and
numerous cousins, extended family members and friends.
Terrell,
Dorris Jean (Collins)
| 1930-2017
Published
Wednesday, January 4, 2017
Dorris Terrell
Dorris Jean Terrell, 86, of Chico, died Tuesday, Jan. 3,2017 in Decatur.
Graveside service is 11 a.m. Thursday, Jan. 5, at Crafton Cemetery with the Rev.
Tom Merritt officiating.
Visitation is 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday at Jones Family Funeral Home in Bridgeport.
Dorris was born Nov. 29, 1930, to W.W. (Bill) Collins and Minnie (Upton)
Collins. She married R.O. (Odom) Terrell Sept. 3, 1948. Together they owned and
operated Terrell Dairy. She attended Crafton Baptist Church.
Dorris was preceded in death by her husband; and son Lanny Terrell.
She is survived by sons Kent Terrell and wife, Cammy, and Mitch Terrell and
wife, Janet; daughter Vicki Wiley; grandchildren Kim, Brian, Royce and wife,
Amber, Zach and wife, Emma and Tyler; great-grandchildren Shelby, Thomas, Layne
and Hayden; and nieces, nephews and friends.
Memorial donations may be made to the Crafton Cemetery.
Thatcher,
Jeffery Lyle |
1971-2017
Published
Wednesday, February 22, 2017
Jeffery Thatcher
Jeffery Lyle Thatcher, 45, of Decatur, died Saturday, Feb. 18, 2017, in Decatur.
Memorial service will be held at a later date.
Jeffery was born Dec. 7, 1971, in Irving to Johnny and Billie Thatcher. He
worked as a construction framer and had a love for martial arts and music.
Jeffery is survived by his mother; daughters Jadn Lyric Thatcher of Decatur and
Anna Rae Thatcher of Houston; brother Jason Kyle Thatcher and wife, Buffie, of
Decatur; and friends.
Memorials can be made to St. Jude’s, stjudge.org, or the charity of your
choice.
Thetford,
Jerry Oscar |
1940-2017
Published
Saturday, April 22, 2017
Jerry Thetford
Jerry Oscar Thetford, 77, of Bridgeport, died Tuesday, April 18, 2017, in
Bridgeport.
Funeral is 2 p.m. Saturday, April 22, at Hawkins Funeral Home in Bridgeport with
the Rev. Kevin Casey officiating. Burial will follow at Boonsville Cemetery.
Jerry was born March 2, 1940, in Bridgeport to Joe and Mary (Castleberry)
Thetford. He retired from General Dynamics and also worked for Acme Brick. Jerry
was a Baptist. He always had a story to tell. Jerry farmed, ranched, traded,
bought and sold cattle.
He was preceded in death by his parents; sister Sue Ann Thetford; and brother
Joe Mac Thetford.
He is survived by his best friend, Todd Cantrell and wife, Bridy, of Bridgeport;
numerous friends from the county, auctions, trade days, livestock auctions and
the community throughout his life.
Thompson,
Lula Darlene |
1975-2017
Published
Wednesday, April 5, 2017
Lula Thompson
Lula Darlene Thompson, 42, of Silsbee, died Sunday, April 2, 2017, in Silsbee.
Graveside service is 2 p.m. Saturday, April 8, at Thomas Cemetery in Bridgeport.
Visitation is 6 to 8 pm Friday at Jones Family Funeral Home in Bridgeport.
Darlene was born March 1, 1975, in Decatur to Jerry Cordar and Linda Carpenter.
She was a homemaker who enjoyed being outdoors and particularly working in her
vegetable garden. She also loved spending time with her family pet.
Darlene was preceded in death by her father, Jerry Wayne Cordar; and
grandparents James and Lula Romines and Clarence and Alice Cordar.
She is suvived by her husband, Alan Thompson; son James ‘Clint’ Cordar and
wife, Lacey; daughters Bethany Chastain and Cheyenne Abreu and husband, Alex;
parents Linda Carpenter and husband, Clarence; sisters Jerri Barnett and Chanda
Avery and husband, Jay; grandchildren Lauralai Cordar, Avery Cordar, Malakai
Abreu and Jessi Cordar.
Memorial donations may be made to Jones Family Funeral Home, 1401 Halsell St.,
Bridgeport, TX 76426.
Thornton,
Ann ‘Granny Ann’ (Kammier) Gregg |
1930-2017
Published
Saturday, March 11, 2017
Ann Thornton
Ann “Granny Ann” Gregg Thornton, 87, of Bridgeport, died Tuesday, March 7,
2017, in Bridgeport.
Funeral is 2 p.m. Saturday, March 11, at Hawkins Funeral Home in Bridgeport with
the Rev. Kevin Casey officiating. Burial will follow at Oaklawn Cemetery in
Decatur.
Ann was born Jan. 24, 1930, in South Bend, Ind., to Lawrence and Lucille (Older)
Kammier. She married Isom Thornton Sept. 9, 2002, in Decatur. Ann was a member
of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary Catholic Church in Decatur. She was
a member of the American Red Cross Abroad and was a retired nurse’s aide.
She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband; and grandson Timothy
Gregg.
Ann is survived by her son, Ralph Wilson and wife, Sue, of Arizona; daughter
Brenda Harris of Poolville; son Michael Gregg of Fort Worth; son Danny Gregg of
Decatur; her grandchildren; and other family members and friends.
Tingle,
Clara (Brown) |
1919-2017
Published
Saturday, June 24, 2017
Clara Tingle
Clara Brown Tingle, 97, of Burleson, died Monday, June 19, 2017, in Burleson.
Graveside service was Friday, June 23 at Cottondale Cemetery with the Rev. Barry
Swindall officiating.
Hawkins Funeral Home in Boyd handled arrangements.
Clara was born Dec. 22, 1919, in Garvin to Thomas and Annie (Porter) Brown. She
married James Y. Tingle Aug. 5, 1954, in Dallas.
She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband of 27 years; brothers
Oswell, Porter, Morton and Forrest Brown; and sisters Nettie Morton and Virginia
Brown.
She is survived by her daughter, Kathy Swindall and husband, Barry, of Burleson;
grandchildren Damon Swindall and Keegan Blackstock and husband, Zack;
great-grandchildren Cooper and Presley Blackstock; sister-in-law Ann Brown;
nephew James Brown and wife, Nell; nieces Ann Robinson and husband, Richard,
Anita St. Clair and Nancy Baker and husband, Buddy; and great-nieces and
nephews, other relatives and friends.
Toyer,
Katherine Sue (Bryant)
| 1960-2017
Published
Wednesday, September 13, 2017
Katherine Toyer
Katherine Sue Toyer, 57, of Sanger, died Wednesday, Aug. 16, 2017, in Sanger.
Memorial service is 11 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 16, at the Old Presbyterian Church,
401 7th Street, in Sanger.
Coker Funeral Home in Sanger is handling arrangements.
Kathy was born Jan. 12, 1960, in Paris, Ark., to Bobby and Pat (McClure) Bryant.
She married Richard Hilton Toyer Jan. 14, 2003, in Rockwall. She was an employee
of Wise Health System in the medical billing department and was a member of the
Catholic faith. Kathy was affectionately nicknamed “Glitter Girl” by those
who loved her.
She was preceded in death by her parents.
She is survived by her husband; daughter Tiffany Roxanne Hansard of Rhode
Island; son Bobby Way Erp of Garland; and grandson Chance Erp of Garland.
Tracy,
Sandra June (Haggart)
| 1944-2017
Published
Saturday, January 28, 2017
Sandra Tracy
Sandra June Tracy, 72, of Decatur, died Sunday, Jan. 29, 2017, in Decatur.
Visitation is 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 1, at Hawkins Funeral Home in Decatur.
Sandra was born May 29, 1944, in Buffalo, N.Y., to George and Lorraine (Burgasser)
Haggart. Sandra was a retired quality control inspector.
She was preceded in death by her parents.
She is survived by her daughter, Audra Swink and husband, Daniel, of Decatur;
grandchildren Robert Melvin Jr. and wife, Kate, of New Hampshire and Jacqueline
Melvin-Syed and husband, Rafi, of Fort Worth; great-grandchildren Robby, Joey
and Brian; sisters Gail Armstrong, Deborah Ingalls and Pamela Marble; brothers
Sonny Haggart, Butch Haggart and Jack Vogal Jr.; and numerous nieces, nephews,
cousins and friends.
Travis,
Correne (Layne) |
1935-2017
Published
Wednesday, April 5, 2017
Correne Travis
Correne Layne Travis, 81, of Rhome, died Sunday, April 2, 2017, in Rhome.
Funeral is 2 p.m. Thursday, April 6, at Hawkins Funeral Home in Boyd with the
Rev. Jerry Hood officiating. Burial will follow at Aurora Cemetery.
Visitation is noon to 2 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home.
Pallbearers are Milton D. Travis Jr., Danny Lee Travis, Kenneth L. Travis Sr.,
Gary L. Allen, Milton D. Travis III, Caleb Travis and Kenneth L. Travis Jr.
Correne was born Oct. 20, 1935, in Edo, Ky., to Delmon and Sarah (Varney) Layne.
She married Milton Dewell Travis Sr. Oct. 10, 1953, in Detroit. Correne was a
loving mother, grandmother, sister and friend to many. She was an avid reader
and enjoyed gardening.
Correne was preceded in death by her parents; her husband; daughter Elesia
Sanders; son-in-law Richard Sanders; and grandson Randy Sanders.
She is survived by daughter Teresia Allen and husband, Gary, of Whitesboro; sons
Milton D. Travis Jr. of Aurora, Danny Travis and wife, Leticia, of Grand Prairie
and Kenneth Travis Sr. of Aurora; grandchildren Milton D. Travis III, Sheena
Travis, Kaleigh, Kasey, Daniel Allen, Angelia Allen, Dawn Correne Morrow, Jason
Wilson, Joni Sanders, Jamie Darlene Travis, Danny Lee Travis Jr., Adrian
Zendajas, Luke Micheal Travis, Kenneth L. Travis Jr., Alicia Perry and Walter
Travis.
She is also survived by 37 great-grandchildren; five great-great-grandchildren;
brother Charles Layne and wife, Mercedes, of Florida; sister Deloris Phillips
and husband, Arnold, of Michigan; and numerous nieces, nephews and friends.
Traylor,
Gary W. | 1957-2017
Published
Saturday, May 20, 2017
Gary Traylor
Gary W. Traylor, 59, of Rhome, died Wednesday, May 17, 2017, in Rhome.
Memorial service is 7:30 p.m. Saturday, May 20, at Hawkins Funeral Home in Boyd.
Visitation is 5 to 7:30 p.m. prior to the service.
Gary was born Nov. 10, 1957, in Houston to Frank William and Mildred Louise (Prunty)
Traylor. He married Sonya Heard Oct. 14, 1978, in Las Vegas. Gary proudly served
in the United States Marines. He was a retired truck driver.
He was preceded in death by his parents; brothers Tommy Traylor and Ronnie
Linville; and sister Diane Bradbury.
He is survived by his wife of 38 years; sisters Julia Belt and husband, Coy, of
Newark, Judy McGahey of Boyd and Rita Smith of Newark; brothers Sammy Traylor of
Boyd and Frank Traylor of Fort Worth; and numerous nieces, nephews and friends.
Trotter,
J.D. | 1924-2017
Published
Saturday, December 16, 2017
J.D. Trotter
J.D. Trotter, 93, of Bivins, died Thursday, Dec. 14, 2017, in Bivins.
Graveside service is 2 p.m. Monday, Dec. 18, at Aurora Cemetery in Aurora with
Dwight Trotter and Burch Wallace officiating.
Visitation is 3 to 5 p.m. Sunday at Hawkins Funeral Home in Bridgeport.
J.D. was born Oct. 26, 1924, in Coleman County to Delmar and Josephine (Kelley)
Trotter. He served in the United States Navy from 1943 to 1945. As a young man,
he earned The Presidential Unit Citation, A Sear Service Deployment Ribbon, the
Navy Overseas Service Ribbon, The World War II Victory Medal, The Asian Pacific
Campaign Medal, The American Campaign Service medal, and the Combat Action
Ribbon for his courageous service during World War II on the USS Aaron Ward,
including the rescue of his fellow seamen after the destruction of the destroyer
by kamikaze pilots off the coast of Okinawa. He refused to abandon ship and was
responsible for the rescue of untold numbers of his fellow servicemen from the
Pacific Ocean. He served courageously, faithfully and selflessly.
J.D. was employed for 27 years until retirement from Bell Helicopter where he
worked as an aircraft assembler.
He was preceded in death by his wives, Barbara Lou (Sammy) Jeffrey Trotter and
Christine Brewer Trotter; and children Cecil Brennan Trotter and Candice Pierce.
He is survived by his wife, Rebecca Rheid Rice of Fort Worth; numerous children,
stepchildren, grandchildren and great-grandchildren; along with many other
family members and friends.
Troutwine,
Keith Pat | 1973-2017
Published
Wednesday, February 15, 2017
Keith Troutwine
Keith Pat Troutwine, 43, of Alvord died Sunday, Feb. 5, 2017, in Alvord.
Graveside service is 1 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 15, at Alvord Cemetery.
Keith was born Nov. 6, 1973, in Waterloo, Iowa, to Steven and Robin (Monnahan)
Troutwine. He married Amy Vanhorn July 23, 2011, in Alvord. Keith was a
construction worker.
He was preceded in death by his father.
He is survived by his wife, Amy Vanhorn of Alvord; daughters Summer Troutwine
and husband, Deven, of Alvord and Bayline Whitaker of Alvord; sons Bishop
Andrews of Hubbard, Ancle Whitaker IV of Alvord and Dakota Whitaker of Alvord;
mother Robin Troutwine of Alvord; sister Samantha Herman and husband, Samuel, of
Alvord; granddaughter Sophi Talamantes of Alvord; and numerous nieces, nephews,
cousins and friends.
Tull,
James L., II |
1976-2017
Published
Saturday, May 20, 2017
James Tull II
James L. Tull II, 40, died Tuesday, April 25, 2017, in Decatur.
There will be a private memorial service. For more information, contact the
family. Alexander’s Midway Funeral Home in Springtown is handling
arrangements.
James was born Aug. 30, 1976, in Long Beach, Calif., to James L. and Kathleen
Wise Tull.
He was preceded in death by his sister, Tiffany Tull; nephew Wesley Winters;
grandfather Robert W. Tull Sr.; uncle Robert W. Tull Jr.; and stepfather Charles
R. Kennedy.
He is survived by his mother, Kathleen Wise Tull; father James Tull and wife,
Terri; sister Amber Winters and son, Zaden; grandparents Ed and Donna Wise and
Lois Tull; stepsisters Tara and Bobbie; stepbrother Clay; aunts Susan Wise and
Cherie Decker and husband, Bill; uncle David Wise; cousins Shawna and Kyle; and
good friends Carla Williams and Laura McMasters.
Tynsky,
Payten Jo | 2001-2017
Published
Saturday, September 9, 2017
Payten Tynsky
Payten Jo Tynsky, 16, of Decatur, died Monday, Sept. 4, 2017.
Memorial service was Sept. 8 at the First Baptist Church in Decatur.
Hawkins Funeral Home in Decatur handled arrangements.
Payten was born April 27, 2001, in Colorado Springs, Colo., to Kyle Tynsky and
Judee Pennington. She was a junior at Decatur High School where she played
junior varsity softball, was on the swim team and was a member of AVID.
She is survived by her parents, Kyle Tynsky and wife, Cassidy, of Decatur and
Judee Pennington of Lyman, Wyo.; sisters Julianne and Jordyn Tynsky of Decatur;
grandparents Sharon Tynsky of Erie, Colo., Larry Tynsky and wife, Nancy, of Rock
Springs, Wyo., Terry and Joyce Jacobs of Kemmerer, Wyo., and John and Jo
Pennington of Porum, Okla.; and many friends.
Underwood,
Gary Clyde |
1956-2017
Published
Wednesday, December 13, 2017
Gary Clyde Underwood
Gary Clyde Underwood, 61, of Newark, died Friday, Dec. 8, 2017, in Decatur.
Graveside service is noon Wednesday, Dec. 13, at Aurora Cemetery in Aurora with
the Rev. Mike Boaldin officiating.
Honorary pallbearers are James Jones, Jesse Jones, Michael Landry and
Christopher Landry.
Hawkins Funeral Home in Boyd handled arrangements.
Gary was born July 8, 1956, in Lake Worth to Albert and Ruby (Anderson)
Underwood. He married Sherry Burch July 24, 1981, in Newark. Gary was a member
of the First Baptist Church in Newark and the American Quarter Horse
Association.
He was preceded in death by his parents; and brothers Joe E. Underwood and
Albert F. Underwood II.
He is survived by his wife of 36 years; daughter Stacy D. Chalmers and husband,
Craig, of Eagle River, Ark.; son Gary C. Underwood II and fianc e, Susie
Wachowiak, of Saginaw; grandchildren Kayleigh Chalmers, Lukas Wachowiak and Emma
Rose Underwood; sister Naomi Landry and husband, David, of Suwanee, Ga.; and
numerous nieces, nephews, extended family members and friends.
Underwood,
Olan Travis |
1925-2017
Published
Wednesday, April 19, 2017
Olan Travis
Underwood, 91, of Sanger, died Friday April 14, 2017, in Pilot Point.
Funeral is 2 p.m. Wednesday, April 19, at the Bolivar Baptist Church with Dr. E.
L. McNeal officiating. Coker Funeral Home in Sanger is handling arrangements.
Pallbearers are Lance Edgar, Scott Geron, Tyler Edgar, Ralph Amyx, Russell
Rhodes and Danny Boynton.
Olan was born Oct. 7, 1925, in Bowie to Oscar E. and Mary Ellen (Hancock)
Underwood.
He served his country as a United States Marine during World War II and went on
to obtain his bachelor of science degree from Texas Wesleyan University. He
married Billie Lambert Feb. 23, 1951, in Levelland. He was a member of the
Bolivar Masonic Lodge No. 418 in Sanger.
In 1972, Travis accepted a coaching position at Sanger Independent School
District and the following year became the principal at Sanger Elementary, a
position he would hold for the next 17 years. He was devoted to the education of
the children of Sanger and was a respected administrator. He served as the
project representative for the district during the construction of the new high
school and Butterfield Elementary.
Olan was preceded in death by his wife; sisters Wanda Rudd, Ruby Cook and Anelle
Ballard; brothers Frank Alvin Underwood and Glen Underwood; and granddaughter
Stacy Brady.
He is survived by his daughter, Sharon Woolard of Denton; son Bill Geron of
Hurst; sister Nancy De Haven of Hurst; brother Stanley Underwood of Fort Worth;
six grandchildren; 12 great-grandchildren; and three great-great-grandchildren.
Memorials may be made to the Karen Hamilton Gunn Memorial Scholarship Endowment
in honor of Stacy Brady, granddaughter of Mr. Underwood.
Viana,
Sandra Lee ‘Sandy’ (Crain)
| 1941-2017
Published
Wednesday, August 2, 2017
Sandra Viana
Sandra (Sandy) Lee Crain Viana, 76, died Saturday, July 29, 2017.
Graveside service is 11 a.m. Thursday, Aug. 3, at Waco Memorial Park in Waco.
Pallbearers are Cooper Hering, Carson Hering, Joshua Post, Raymond Cardenas,
Kevin Neil and Rick Briggs.
Sandy was born Jan. 11, 1941, in Skiatook, Okla., to C. Lee and LaRue Crain. She
loved basketball and played for Skiatook High School. Following graduation, she
attended secretarial school in Tulsa.
Sandy worked for American Airlines in Tulsa where she met Carl Viana. Carl and
Sandy married Jan. 6, 1961. Together, they lived all around the United States,
while Carl worked at Cape Canaveral, in Brazil and then back in Tulsa before he
graduated from the University of Tulsa in 1967.
Their son, Darrell, was born in Melbourne, Fla., and their oldest daughter,
Carla, in Norman, Okla. The family then moved to Garland where the youngest
daughter, Cathy, was born, and all three kids attended school.
Sandy was active in church, and especially in Garland at Calvary Baptist. She
was a beloved member of the staff and 2-year-old teacher at CBC Preschool for
many years.
Carl retired from Texas Instruments after 20 years. He, Sandy and Cathy then
moved to Hewitt where Sandy worked for Texas Farm Bureau and was active in First
Baptist Hewitt. Following Carl’s death, Sandy moved to Alvord and participated
in the lives of her grandchildren and the children’s department at First
Baptist Alvord.
Carl and Sandy had seven grandchildren, who were the joy of their lives. Sandy
loved the Lord and her family. Even in her last weeks of life you could hear her
humming and singing her favorites hymns, “In the Garden,” “Old Rugged
Cross” and “I’ll Fly Away.”
Sandy was preceded in death by her husband; her parents; and sister Judith
(Judy) Neil.
She is survived by her son, Darrell Viana and wife, Terri, of Garland; and
daughters Carla Post and husband, James, of Palacios and Cathy Hering and
husband, Ken, of Alvord.
Other survivors include grandchildren Monica Christine Viana Cardenas and
husband, Raymond, of Lewisville, Joshua Carl and Lauren Elyce Post of Palacios
and Cooper Alan, Carson Lee, Camdyn Elizabeth and Kayden Grace of Alvord;
great-grandchildren Elijah and Easton Cardenas of Lewisville; brothers Jerry and
Gene and their wives and families; and brother-in-law Wade Neil and his son and
daughter and family.
Waddle,
Wilma Jean Hicks |
1952-2017
Published
Wednesday, August 23, 2017
Waddle
Wilma Jean Hicks Waddle, 64, died Sunday, Aug. 20, 2017.
Graveside service is 10 a.m. Friday, Aug. 25, at the historical Grapevine
Cemetery.
Visitation is 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday at Lucas Funeral Home in Grapevine.
Wilma was preceded in death by her father, LeRoy; and her two husbands, Roy
Hicks Sr. and Hollis Waddle Sr.
She is survived by her mother, Vota Davidson; sister Beverly; children Roy
Hicks, Amy Hurdsman and Kelly Martin; stepson Hollis Waddle Jr.; stepdaughters
Shawna Waddle and Melissa Blake-Deane; her grandchildren; and many other family
members.
Wade,
Ruth (Allen) |
1925-2017
Published
Wednesday, July 12, 2017
Ruth Allen Wade, 92,
of Runaway Bay, died Sunday, July 9, 2017, in Decatur.
Memorial service is 4 p.m. Saturday, July 22, at Christ Fellowship Church of
Lake Bridgeport.
Jones Family Funeral Home in Bridgeport is handling arrangements.
Ruth was born May 7, 1925, in Long Point, Ill., to Lloyd and Daisy Allen. She
was a member of the Christ Fellowship Church of Lake Bridgeport. She also loved
gardening and writing letters to her family.
She was preceded in death by her parents; husband Kenneth Wade; brother; and
sister.
Ruth is survived by her daughters, Laura Hightower and husband, Gary, of Runaway
Bay and Peggy Brown and husband, Steve, of Fort Worth; and grandchildren Grant
and Amanda Hightower.
Memorial donations may be made to the American Diabetes Association.
Waggoner,
Guy L. ‘Ted’, Sr.
| 1929-2017
Published
Saturday, June 10, 2017
Guy Waggoner Sr.
Guy L. “Ted” Waggoner Sr., 88, of Boyd, died Wednesday, June 7, 2017, in
Weatherford.
Graveside service is 10:30 a.m. Saturday, June 10 at Perryman Cemetery with the
Rev. Tony Richardson officiating. Hawkins Funeral Home in Decatur is handling
arrangements.
Pallbearers include Mike Burch, Dustin Garland, Tony Richardson, Charlie
Richardson, Jeff Biggars and Robert Lynn.
Ted was born March 15, 1929, in Mabank to Wiley D. and Cora Mae (Lightfoot)
Waggoner. He married Jackie D. Tinney Nov. 8, 1952, in Galveston. He served his
country in the United States Army and was a member of the Church of Christ. He
was a retired auto body repairman and mechanic.
He was preceded in death by his parents; sister Doris Walling; and brothers
Clarence and Delmar Waggoner and Durwood Heffington.
He is survived by his son, Guy L. Waggoner Jr. and wife, Glenda, of Graham;
daughters Pamela Simmons and husband, George, of Haltom City and Susan Garland
and husband, Mike, of Forestburg; grandchildren Michael, Rene, Amanda, Dustin,
Leia, Tony, Charlie, Tamee, Tifanie, Trey and Megan; great-grandchildren
Cameron, Maddie, Bodee, Cooper, Aislyn, Journey, Adley, Asher, Clover, Coral,
Johnathan, Sienna, MacKenzie, Josh, Hunter, Katie, Anna, Guy, Emily, Cole,
Phillip, Maylee, Zackery, Bryce, Alex, George, Mary, Myra and Matthew; brother
Jess L. “Mutt” Waggoner of San Diego, Calif.; and numerous nieces, nephews,
cousins and friends.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorial donations be made to the local
library or any worthy charity.
Walker,
Annie Lee (Young) |
1934-2017
Published
Saturday, November 25, 2017
Annie Lee Walker
Annie Lee Walker, 83, of Decatur died Tuesday Nov. 21, 2017.
Service was Nov. 24 at Laurel Land Memorial Chapel in Fort Worth. Burial
followed at Laurel Land Memorial Park.
Annie was born Oct. 30, 1934, in Bridgeport to Cecil and Letha Young. She was a
director of a nursing home.
She was preceded in death by her husband; son; daughter; three sisters; and
parents.
Annie is survived by siblings Teresa Goley and husband, Mike, Ruth Starnes,
Claborn and wife, Pat, Jimmy, Delbert and Tammy; grandchildren Billy Goodspeed,
Rodney, David, Jason and Amber Underwood; and 10 great-grandchildren.
Walker,
Cora Mae | 1941-2017
Published
Wednesday, December 27, 2017
Cora Mae Walker
Cora Mae Walker, 76, of Boyd, died Saturday, Dec. 23, 2017, in Boyd.
Funeral was Dec. 26 at Hawkins Funeral Home in Boyd with the Rev. Bobby Evans
officiating. Burial followed at Boyd Cemetery.
Pallbearers were Jordan Nichols, Sawyer Nichols and Jonathan Bridges.
Cora Mae was born March 27, 1941, in Red River County to Delbert Smith Jr. and
Aline (Johnson) Walker. She married Caroll Don Walker Aug. 12, 1991, in
Amarillo. She was a resident of Boyd and part of the community for more than 30
years. She was a retired bookkeeper and a member of Friendship Baptist Church in
Boyd.
Cora was preceded in death by her parents; son David Scott Nichols; brother R.G.
Smith; brother Delbert Smith; and sister Betty Smith.
She is survived by her husband of 26 years; daughters Cathy Roberts and husband,
Eddie, of Robert Lee, Lori Nichols of Boyd and Misty Bridges and husband, Pete,
of Paradise; son Caroll Wayne Walker of Fort Worth; grandchildren Jordan
Nichols, Adrianna Nichols, Sawyer Nichols, Jonathan Bridges, Rebecca Bridges,
Zachery Walker and Cameron Walker; great-grandchildren Kylie Nichols, Emma
Huntley and Maverick Nichols; brother Jerry Smith of Glen Rose; sisters Pat
Bartlett of Fort Worth and Helen Davis and husband, Richard, of Fort Worth; and
numerous nieces, nephews, extended family members and friends.
Walker,
E.L. ‘Spur’, Jr.
| 1930-2017
Published
Wednesday, September 27, 2017
E.L. Walker Jr.
E.L. (Spur) Walker Jr., 86, of Bryan, died Thursday, Sept. 21, 2017, in Bryan.
Service is 2 p.m. Friday, Sept. 29, at A&M United Methodist Church, 417
University Drive, in College Station. Burial will follow at The Aggie Field of
Honor.
Visitation is 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday at Memorial Funeral Chapel, 1515 South
College Avenue, in Bryan.
Spur was born Sept. 22, 1930, in Decatur to Ruth Mauldin and Esper Lafayette
Walker. He was an only child but had 13 aunts and uncles and more than 30
cousins, so he understood the dynamic of a large family.
Knowing the importance of a college education, Spur achieved his goal of
attending the Agricultural and Mechanical College of Texas, now Texas A&M
University, in the fall of 1949 and became a proud member of the Class of ’53,
making lifelong friends. He was a member of the “A” Engineers – one of
three who graduated out of an outfit of 35 – making it through the rigorous
training and academics of the Corps of Cadets. While a cadet, he served as a
cadet captain on senior court and was associate editor of Engineer Magazine.
Upon graduation with a bachelor of science in civil engineering, he spent three
years in the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers at Fort Belvoir and Fort Leonard Wood
attaining the rank of first lieutenant. In 1957, he took a position with the
Texas Highway Department in Austin.
Spur attended Yale University Bureau of Highway Traffic in 1958, receiving a
senior certificate in civil engineering. That led to a position as the first
city traffic engineer for the city of High Point, N.C. His career then took him
to the private sector and the position of consulting engineer, with Wilbur Smith
Associates in Columbia, S.C., from 1963 to 1970. He was promoted to vice
president and moved to run the office in Houston in 1970. As a licensed
Professional Engineer in eight states, he gave oversight to a variety of
projects.
Spur was involved in several professional organizations and served as president
of the Southern Section of Traffic Engineers, organizing members from nine
states. After 31 years of service, he retired in 1994 to golf, travel, attend
Aggie football and baseball games and most of all enjoy time with his family.
He met the former Sara Lynn Dunlap in Missouri while she was attending Stephens
College and Spur was in the Army. They married Oct. 2, 1955, in her hometown of
Ridgely, Tenn. Sara and Spur began their life together traveling to the
different towns for his career and began their family with the birth of their
son David in 1962 and daughter Annette in 1966. The move to Houston in 1970
began a four-decade life where both Spur and Sara were very involved in their
children’s lives as well as community and civic affairs, PTA, Boy and Girl
Scouts, church and various organizations.
In 2013, Spur and Sara moved to Bryan to be closer to their daughter, Aggie
sporting events and Class of ’53 reunions.
For many years, Spur organized the Muster program for his class to remember
their fallen friends. Their Muster programs were presented at ranches, Hill
Country resorts, on campus, on cruise ships or “wherever a few would
gather.” Spur and Sara enjoyed reuniting with his former classmates and
joining A&M United Methodist Church.
He was very proud of his wife, children and grandchildren, led a good life, was
a devout Christian and loved his family. We will miss him truly and love him
always.
He is survived by his wife; daughter Annette of College Station; son David and
wife, Shelly, of McKinney; and grandchildren Ashley and Kyle.
Memorial donations may be made to A&M United Methodist Church in College
Station.
Walker,
Maurice (Allen) |
1916-2017
Published
Wednesday, November 15, 2017
Maurice Walker
Maurice Walker, 100, of Weatherford, died Saturday, Nov. 11, 2017.
Visitation was Nov. 13 at Jones Family Funeral Home in Bridgeport.
Maurice was born Dec. 19, 1916, in Park Springs to Mat and Mary (Mauldin) Allen.
She was former co-owner of Gail’s Caf in Bridgeport. She loved to cook, dance
and sing.
Maurice was preceded in death by her parents; husband H.L. Walker; brother Floyd
Allen; sister La Vern Earp; and daughter Gail Pugh.
She is survived by son Charles Walker and wife, Kay; daughters Charlsa Smith,
Patricia Posey, Kathy Kintz and husband John, Marilyn Carver and Pamela Horton
and husband, John; and numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces,
nephews and friends.
Wall,
Velda Keith (Cates) |
1927-2017
Published
Wednesday, March 1, 2017
Velda Wall
Velda Keith Wall, 89, died Friday, Feb. 24, 2017.
Funeral was Feb. 28 at Richland Hills Christian Church. Burial followed at Oak
Grove Cemetery in Decatur.
Velda was born Sept. 9, 1927, in Decatur to Keith and Nancy Cates. She was a
teacher in Birdville Independent School District for more than 30 years and
taught Sunday school for more than 40 years. After retirement, she enjoyed
genealogy research and volunteering as a docent at The Fort Worth Museum of
Science and History.
Velda was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Woody Wall Jr.; and
grandson Brian Nippert.
She is survived by her sons, Joe Wall and Keith Wall and wife, Nancy; daughter
Galen Nippert and husband, Michael; grandchildren Courtney, Mallory, Jacquelyn
and Katherine; brother Keanon Burton Cates and wife, Janice; and friends and
extended family members.
Memorial donations may be made to Richland Hills Christian Church or to the
Alzheimer’s Association.
Walls,
Richard Allen |
1946-2017
Published
Wednesday, March 8, 2017
Richard Walls
Richard Allen Walls, 71, of Alvord, died Friday, March 3, 2017, in Decatur.
Graveside service is 11 a.m. Wednesday, March 8, at Alvord Cemetery.
Richard was born Feb. 3, 1946, in Lubbock to Walter and Gladys Tatum Walls. He
was a truck driver.
He was preceded in death by his parents.
Richard is survived by sons Buddy Walls and Jared Caldwell and wife, Megan;
daughter Alice Richardson; nephew Ed Morris; six grandchildren; and one
great-grandchild.
Wampole,
Mary Kathryn (Kokott)
| 1952-2017
Published
Saturday, August 26, 2017
Mary Wampole
Mary Kathryn Wampole, 64, of Arlington, died Monday, Aug. 7, 2017, in Decatur.
Memorial service is 2 p.m., Friday, Sept. 1, at Jones Family Funeral Home in
Decatur.
Mary Kathryn was born Aug. 30, 1952, in Milwaukee, Wis., to Eugene Frank and
Agatha Louise (Sauer) Kokott. She enjoyed playing digital solitaire, gardening
and cooking. She also liked to watch westerns and crime TV, as well as birds and
squirrels in her yard.
Mary Kathryn was preceded in death by her parents.
She is survived by brothers Al Kokott and wife, Sharon, Chuck Kokott and wife,
Cynthia, and Will Kokott; son Joe Jing; daughter Erica David and husband, Chris;
grandchildren Juliet and Catherine David; and longtime companion George
Robertson.
Waters,
Bonnie Lee (McDaniel)
| 1943-2017
Published
Saturday, June 24, 2017
Bonnie Waters
Bonnie Lee Waters, 73, of Bridgeport, died Thursday, May 11, 2017, in Ajijic,
Mexico.
Graveside service was Friday, June 23 at East Bridgeport Cemetery.
Hawkins Funeral Home Bridgeport handled arrangements.
Bonnie was born Aug. 1, 1943, in Bridgeport to Herbert and Jewell (Miller)
McDaniel. She married Jimmie Ray Waters Dec. 9, 1967, in Los Angeles, Calif. She
was a loving wife and mother who gave her all to family and friends.
She was preceded in death by her parents.
She is survived by her sons, Jimmie Ray Waters of Odessa, Timmie Lee Waters,
Michael Bradley Waters of Madison, Ala., Timmy Dean Waters of Coahoma and Monte
Ray Waters of Albuquerque, N.M.; 14 grandchildren; 19 great-grandchildren; and
other family members and friends.
Watson,
Bessie Bell (Serrett)
| 1931-2017
Published
Wednesday, November 15, 2017
Bessie Bell Watson
Bessie Bell Watson, 86, of Decatur, died Friday, Nov. 10, 2017, in Decatur.
Funeral is 10 a.m. Friday, Nov. 17, at Jones Family Funeral Home in Decatur with
burial to follow at Oaklawn Cemetery.
Visitation is 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home.
Bessie Bell was born April 10, 1931, in Hamburg, Ark., to Leslie J. and Bessie
Serrett. She attended Hendrix College and then graduated from Northwestern State
University in Natchitoches, La., with a major in music education and a minor in
piano and organ. Bessie Bell married her beloved husband, Randall, Dec. 27,
1953, in Hamburg.
She began her music career when she was 14 years old playing piano at the
Methodist and Catholic churches in Hamburg. As the family moved about the
country, she continued to find a place to serve the Lord with music. For the
last 15 years, she has been the pianist at Rhome United Methodist Church. As
passionate as she was about music, her children and family always came first.
Bessie Bell was preceded in death by her parents; brothers Billy Serrett and
John Leslie Serrett; and sister Louisa “Sis” Britton.
She is survived by her husband of 65 years; sons David Watson of Galveston and
Randy Watson of Decatur; daughter Beth Addington and husband, Paul, of Decatur;
and numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
Memorial donations may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association (alz.org)
or a charity of choice.
Watson,
Gary Max | 1956-2017
Published
Saturday, October 28, 2017
Gary Max Watson
Gary Max Watson, 61, of Springtown, died Thursday, Oct. 26, 2017, in
Weatherford.
Funeral is 2 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 28 at Hilltop Assembly of God Church in Boyd
with Bro. Bill Finch officiating. Burial will follow in Medlin Cemetery in
Trophy Club.
Hawkins Funeral Home in Bridgeport is handling arrangements.
Gary was born May 21, 1956, in Denton to Max and Martha (Dudley) Watson. He
married Patsy Jane Gwartney June 10, 1999, in Lewisville. Gary was a member of
the Hilltop Assembly of God Church in Boyd. He was a construction supervisor.
He was preceded in death by his father; son Jason Watson; and brother Steven
Watson.
He is survived by his wife; son Gary Lynn Watson of Weatherford; daughters
Jessica Watson Schulte and husband, Brent, of Grandbury, Ashley Watson of
Weatherford and bonus daughter Sabrina Bell and husband, Russell, of Oklahoma
City, Okla.; bonus son Wesley Clepper and wife, Misty, of Hico; five
grandchildren; five bonus grandchildren; 10 bonus great-grandchildren; his
mother; brothers Larry Watson and wife, Liz, of Grapevine, Michael Watson and
wife, Becky, of Justin and Chris Watson and wife, Lisa, of Weatherford; sister
Sharon Spaulding and husband, Mac, of Arkansas; and numerous nieces, nephews,
cousins and friends.
Watts,
Jack D. | 1936-2017
Published
Wednesday, February 15, 2017
Jack Watts
Jack D. Watts, 80, of Benbrook died Monday, Jan. 30, 2017, in Fort Worth.
Jack was born May 10, 1936, in Vernon to Alvie and Nell Watts. He married Mary
Helen Watts who preceded him in death April 25, 1983.
Upon graduation from Texas Technical College, Jack began his professional career
in June 1958 at Convair (which became General Dynamics and is now Lockheed
Martin’s Fort Worth division).
While working on the F-111 program, Jack developed the basis of a highly
effective and revolutionary algorithm for a weapons delivery system, which was
an industry first. Not only did this system go on to win numerous weapons
competitions, it is also still in use today on both the F-16 and F-35. The
balance of the aircraft industry has never duplicated its sophistication.
Jack was chief engineer responsible for the design and development of the
F-16’s legendary air-to-ground delivery system. From the spectacular and
successful Israeli attack on an Iraqi nuclear reactor in 1981 through Operation
Iraqi Freedom and beyond, Jack’s innovations helped the F-16 achieve its
reputation for being the world’s most accurate air-to-ground fighter in
aviation history.
Throughout his career, Jack was involved in every aspect of air-to-ground weapon
delivery system engineering from development of the initial algorithm to the
final flight test analysis. Jack was one of a select few individuals who could
claim to have had a profound impact on products that are a vital part of our
country’s national defense today.
Jack retired from Lockheed in 2003 after 45 years of continuous service, having
worked on the B-58, F-111, F-16, A-12, IDF, F-22, T-50 and F-35 programs.
Jack’s many travels included Bermuda, Spain, Italy and Alaska. Jack enjoyed
life and loved his family and friends.
He is survived by his sister, Linda Watts Lantz of Bridgeport; and other special
family members and friends, Don, Vivian, Teresa, Paul, Leon, Adyrus, Cathy,
Terri, Bob, Chad, Lisa, Steve, T.J., Tim, Bobby, Dale, Sharon, Vera, Diane,
Jennifer and Kelly.
Weatherly,
Jerry Lynn |
1942-2017
Published
Saturday, September 2, 2017
Jerry Weatherly
Jerry Lynn Weatherly, 75, of Azle, died Tuesday, Aug. 29, 2017, in Reno.
Graveside service was Sept. 1 at Azleland Cemetery in Azle with the Rev. Ian
Mostert officiating.
Jerry was born April 29, 1942, in Clarksville to C.H. and Dorothy (Vaught)
Weatherly. He was a member of the International Association of Machinists. Jerry
was a retired tool maker for Lockheed Martin. He proudly served his country in
the United States Navy.
He was preceded in death by his father.
Jerry is survived by his wife of 32 years, Billy Pierce of Azle; daughter Tanya
Hanson and husband, John, of White Settlement; granddaughters Dayna Lynn and
Lauren Cordell; grandson Michael Cordell; his mother; and brother Richard
Weatherly of Azle.
He’s also survived by great-grandchildren Luke and Owen Free; stepchildren
Rhonda Bell and spouse, Kelli Clark, of Azle and James Pierce of Azle; five
step-grandchildren; his 10 step-great-grandchildren; four
step-great-great-grandchildren; and extended family members and friends.
Webb,
Janice Marie (Stillings)
| 1940-2017
Published
Saturday, April 1, 2017
Janice Webb
Janice Marie Webb, 76, of Decatur, died Tuesday, March 28, 2017, in Decatur.
Memorial service is 2 p.m. Friday, April 7, at Decatur Church of Christ.
Janice was born May 9, 1940, in Star City, Ark., to Edwin and Hazel (Carrington)
Stillings. She married Greely Webb Jr. Sept. 5, 1957, in Fort Worth. She was a
member of the Decatur Church of Christ.
Janice was preceded in death by her parents.
She is survived by her husband of 59 years; daughters Phyllis Helzer and
husband, Gary, of Waco, Jeannie Williams and husband, Brian, of Garland and
Sharlotte Vise and husband, Brad, of Southlake; grandchildren Meagan, Samuel,
Barrett, Landon, Alex and Morgan; three great-grandchildren; sister Audrey
Hickman and husband, Bob, of Keller; and numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and
friends.
Webb,
Ruth Lee (Chisholm) |
1937-2017
Published
Saturday, February 4, 2017
Ruth Webb
Ruth Lee Webb, 79, of Newark, died Thursday, Jan. 26, 2017, in Newark.
Ruth was born Feb. 3, 1937, in Tulsa, Okla., to Inman and Irene Chisholm. She
grew up the youngest of two and attended Northwest High School in Justin. She
married William B. (Bill) Webb in 1959, and the couple had three children. Ruth
worked at Motorola Inc. until her retirement.
She was preceded in death by her husband; her parents; and sister Margaret
Roeber.
She is survived by her daughters, Christine Beaty and Stacey Reedy; son Curtis
Webb; nine grandchildren; 28 great-grandchildren; and longtime family friends
Cheryl Gomas and her son, Jamie Shahwan.
The family requests no flowers or donations. Laurel Land Funeral Home in Fort
Worth is handling arrangements.
Wedgeworth,
Shawn Kevin |
1967-2017
Published
Saturday, June 24, 2017
Shawn Wedgeworth
Shawn Kevin Wedgeworth, 49, of Gilmer, died Saturday, June 17, 2017, in Gilmer.
A memorial service will be held at 3 p.m. Sunday, June 25 at the Friendship
Baptist Church in Boyd.
He was born Aug. 14, 1967, in Corpus Christie and graduated from Decatur High
School in 1986.
Shawn loved life and loved strumming his old trusty guitar and listening to his
son sing his favorite songs.
Shawn loved family and the Lord more than anything in the world.
He is preceded in death by his grandparents, Clyde and Martha Wedgeworth of
Tyler and Charles and Eloise McKay of Jacksonville; and a lady he admired more
than anything for her love of God, his great-granny, Mary Jane Minton of
Jacksonville.
Shawn is also preceded in death by several uncles and his cousin Josh Wedgeworth.
He is survived by his father Roger Wedgeworth of Thornton; mother and stepfather
Linda and John Lange of Hawkins; his children, Julianne Brook Scroggins and
husband, Cole, of Haslet and Colton Wedgeworth of Paradise; and grandchildren
Rylan Wedgeworth, Crew Wedgeworth and Cash Scroggins.
Shawn is also survived by brothers Casey Wedgeworth, Jared Lange and stepbrother
Christopher Zavala.
In lieu of flowers donations can be made to Old Paint (’78 Chevy) left in care
of his children.
Welch,
Sharilee Eleanor (Fox)
| 1942-2017
Published
Wednesday, September 20, 2017
Sharilee Eleanor
Welch
Sharilee Eleanor Welch, 75, of Decatur, died Sunday, Sept. 17, 2017, in Decatur.
Visitation is 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 20, at Hawkins Funeral Home in
Decatur.
Sharilee was born Aug. 26, 1942, in San Antonio to Patrick and Alice (Brod) Fox.
She was retired from business administration.
Sharilee was preceded in death by her parents; and her five brothers and
sisters.
She is survived by her son, Brice Welch and wife, Debbie, of Santa Rosa, Calif.;
daughter Susan Runge and husband, Randy, of Tulsa, Okla.; grandchildren Ashley,
Brenna, Cassandra and Madelynne; sisters C.J. Moore and Sharon Abelow; numerous
nieces, nephews, cousins and friends; and longtime friends Larry and Charlotte
Hannah of Decatur.
Wells,
Amanda Caroline |
1984-2017
Published
Saturday, March 11, 2017
Amanda Wells
Amanda Caroline Wells, 33, of Azle, died Monday, March 6, 2017, in Arlington.
Visitation is 2 to 5 p.m. Saturday, March 11, at Hawkins Funeral Home in Boyd.
Amanda was born Jan. 5, 1984, in Alabaster, Ala., to Bruce Wells and Elizabeth (Rhoudes)
Thorn.
She is survived by her father, Bruce Wells and wife, Sherry; mother Elizabeth
Thorn and Robert Bond; sisters Kathy Grimes and Rachel Carter and husband,
Chris; brother Bruce Wells Jr.; stepbrothers Ricky Kennemer and John Bond; her
stepsister Candace Bond; and numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.
Wells,
Judie (Held) |
1943-2017
Published
Saturday, March 25, 2017
Judie Wells
Judie Held Wells, 73, of Roanoke, died Sunday, March 19, 2017, in Keller.
Memorial service will be announced at a later date.
Judie was born April 5, 1943, in St. Louis, Mo., to Walter and Dorothy (Magerstaedt)
Held. She married Leroy Joe Wells May 27, 1958, in St. Louis. Judie attended the
University of Missouri and received her bachelor’s degree in early childhood
education. She retired after 30 years as a daycare director.
Judie was preceded in death by her parents; and her husband.
She is survived by her son, Robert J. Wells and wife, Nancy, of Roanoke;
grandsons Dylan J. Wells of Roanoke and Christian Mattingly of Colorado Springs,
Colo.; granddaughter Franchesca Natal of Roanoke; great-grandsons Aiden and
Zander Natal of Roanoke; and numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.
West,
Curtis Arnold |
1943-2017
Published
Saturday, April 15, 2017
Curtis West
Curtis Arnold West, 73, of Runaway Bay, died Tuesday, April 11, 2017, in
Decatur.
Funeral was April 14 at Hawkins Funeral Home in Bridgeport. Graveside service is
3 p.m. Monday at West Family Cemetery in Vinton, La.
Curtis was born Dec. 3, 1943, in DeRidder, La., to Arnold and Elva (Arledge)
West. He proudly served his country in the United States Army. Curtis was a
member, a deacon and a Sunday school teacher at Balsora Baptist Church. He was a
retired mobile equipment supervisor for Hansen.
He was preceded in death by his parents; and brothers Randall, Dale, LeRay and
Billy Burton West.
He is surivived by his wife of 52 years, Marie West, of Runaway Bay; son Billy
West and wife, Angie, of League City; daughters Rhonda West Burge and husband,
Mark, of Arlington and Kalyn Flanagin and husband, Ben, of Bridgeport; and
grandchildren Lindsay West, Alaina Burge, Lydia Burge, Matthew Burge, Liam
Flanagin and Seamus Flanagin.
He is also survived by brothers Larrie West of Vinton and Bruce West and wife,
Lurla Fae, of Vidor; sisters Mary Powell and husband, Phil, of Garland, Gwen
Clark of Vinton and Jan Vaclavik and husband, Terry, of Vinton; and numerous
nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.
Weston,
Orville Eugene |
1952-2017
Published
Saturday, April 8, 2017
Orville Weston
Orville Eugene Weston, 64, of Fort Worth, died Wednesday, April 5, 2017, in
Dallas.
Funeral is 2 p.m. Saturday, April 8, at Hawkins Funeral Home in Boyd with the
Rev. Stephen Attaway officiating. Burial will follow at Aurora Cemetery.
Pallbearers are Thomas Truesdale, Christopher Truesdale, Dustin Weston, Travis
Weston, Joe Jones and Gary Bethany.
Orville was born Sept. 9, 1952, in Bartlesville, Okla., to Orval and Mattie
(Jackson) Weston. He married Brenda (Bumpass) Weston May 22, 1995, in Decatur.
He was a mechanic.
He was preceded in death by his parents; sister Charolette Weston; and brother
Glenn Weston.
He is survived by his wife of 21 years; son Todd Herman and wife, Bethany, of
Newark; sons Joe Rosier and wife, Kim, of Boyd and Mike Rosier of Fort Worth;
daughter Amanda Truesdale and husband, Keith, of Riley, Kan.; children Eugene
Weston, Gary Weston and Lana Harris; 12 grandchildren; sisters Pat Housely and
Judy Beamon and husband, Tom, all of Tulsa, Okla.; brother Wendell Weston and
wife, Reba, of Tulsa; and numerous nieces, nephews and friends.
Whitaker,
Michael Raymond |
1944-2017
Published
Saturday, January 21, 2017
Michael Whitaker
Michael Raymond Whitaker, 72, of Sunset died Tuesday, Jan. 17, 2017, in Decatur.
Funeral is 2 p.m. Monday, Jan. 23, at the First Baptist Church of Alvord. Burial
will follow at Smyrna Cemetery in Sunset.
Visitation is 2 to 4 p.m. Sunday at White Family Funeral Home in Bowie.
Michael was born June 14, 1944, in Bowie to Wayne and Mary (Bradford) Whitaker.
He graduated from Bryan Adams High School in Dallas and attended Tyler Junior
College and the University of Texas as Arlington.
From 1967 to 1969, he served during the Vietnam War in the United States Army as
a sergeant. He married Gloria Philipp Dec. 26, 1965, in Dallas. Michael worked
for Collins Radio, Aviation Part Manufacturing and then for Philipp’s Hardware
store in Dallas. He enjoyed going to auctions, flea markets and was an avid
Dallas Cowboys fan.
Michael was preceded in death by his parents; and brother Bill Whitaker.
He is survived by his wife; children Dawn Fuller and husband, Chester, of Chico
and Roger Whitaker of Fort Worth; and grandchildren Micah Fuller, Jared Fuller
and Daniel Fuller, all of Chico, Tiffany Whitaker of Forney and Chance Whitaker
of Fort Worth.
White,
Elmer Ray | 1931-2017
Published
Saturday, November 4, 2017
Elmer Ray White
Elmer Ray White, 85, of Bridgeport, died Tuesday, Oct. 31, 2017, in Bridgeport.
Funeral was Nov. 2 at Hawkins Funeral Home in Bridgeport with the Rev. Marc
Moore officiating. Burial followed at Paradise Cemetery.
Elmer was born Nov. 25, 1931, in Bridgeport to Marvin and Minnie (Simpson)
White. Elmer proudly served his country in the United States Navy. He was an
electrician for the city of Bridgeport and TXI.
He was preceded in death by his parents; wife Inez King White; grandson Brandon
Cox; brother Don White; and sisters Neva Nell Lawrence, Laura Lee Thetford and
Fay Shannon.
Elmer is survived by his son, Buddy White of Bridgeport; daughters Donna Pochyla
of Runaway Bay and Brenda Wilkinson and husband, Doug, of Boyd; grandchildren
Dusty McClung and wife, Shanna, Koby McClung and wife, Christel, Erica Graeter
and husband, Ian, Kevin King, Casey King and Klint King; great-grandchildren
Aiden, Kole, Kaden, Avery, Caleb, Sydney and Tanner; brothers John White of
Cheyenne, Wyo., and Carl White and wife, Maxine, of Fort Worth; daughter-in-law
Delynn King; and numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.
White,
Myrna Ruth (Sprague)
| 1938-2017
Published
Wednesday, August 9, 2017
Myrna White
Myrna Ruth White, 78, of Chico, died Friday, Aug. 4, 2017, in Fort Worth.
Memorial service was Aug. 7 at Morris Memorial United Methodist Church in Chico
with the Rev. Mike Miller officiating.
Myrna was born Dec. 23, 1938, in Alto to Walter and Vera Ruth (Dawson) Sprague.
She married Roland White Dec. 3, 1954, in DeSoto, and they were married 62
years. Myrna was a member of Morris Memorial United Methodist Church in Chico.
She enjoyed sewing, reading, cooking and spending time with her family.
She was “Memaw” to every kid she came in contact with, especially in Chico.
Myrna was known as the “coffee thief” among her children.
She was preceded in death by her parents.
Myrna is survived by her husband; son Walter White and wife, Cindy, of Chico;
daughters Barbara Kay and husband, Jimmy, of Chico, Teresa Kaiser of Bridgeport,
Cynthia Bronson of Alvord and Janice Williamson of Eagle Mountain; sister
Shirley Weaver of Chico; 16 grandchildren; 36 great-grandchildren; and numerous
nieces, nephews and friends.
Memorial donations may be made to the Kenneth Copeland Ministries or Morris
Memorial United Methodist Church of Chico.
White,
Willie | 1927-2017
Published
Saturday, November 25, 2017
Willie White
Willie White, 89, of Fort Worth, died Sunday, Nov. 19, 2017, in Euless.
Funeral is 11 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 25, at Hawkins Funeral Home in Bridgeport with
the Rev. Robert White officiating. Burial will follow at Chico Cemetery.
Visitation is one hour prior to the service.
Pallbearers are Chris Kulhman, Andy White, Preston White, Chase White and Reece
White.
Willie was born Dec. 18, 1927, in Oktaha, Okla., to Willis Arch and Rilla Mae
(Stacy) White. He married Mary Reasoner in November of 1987 in Fort Worth.
Willie worked for the Fort
Worth Star Telegram for more than 40 years until his retirement.
He proudly served his country in the United States Navy and was a member of the
First Baptist Church in Bridgeport. Willie was a member of the Typographical
Union and a lifetime member of the Bridgeport Masonic Lodge.
He was preceded in death by his parents; his first wife, Darlene Faye Keeler;
his wife; daughter Susan Moore and husband, Gary; son Willis Dale White Jr.;
sisters Wanda Miller and Glyndyne Elson; and brothers Jack White and Earton Lee
White.
He is survived by his daughter, Lea Ann White of Fort Worth; sons Robert White
and wife, Pam, of Fort Worth and Archie White and wife, Jan, of Saginaw;
stepsons Jerry Morrow and wife, Becky, of Bridgeport, Dale Morrow and wife,
Lolita, of Fort Worth and Kenny Morrow and wife, Donna, of Paradise; seven
grandchildren; 10 great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces, nephews, extended
family members, dance partners and friends.
Memorial donations may be made to Calvary Cathedral International, Ref: Willis
White Outreach Fund, 1701 Oakhurst Scenic Drive, Fort Worth, TX 76111.
Whitehead,
John Clifford |
1932-2017
Published
Saturday, July 22, 2017
John Whitehead
John Clifford Whitehead, 84, of Boyd. died Wednesday, July 19, 2017, in Decatur.
Funeral services was Friday, July 21 at Grace Baptist Church with Dr. Van
Gardner and the Rev. Bill Hughes officiating. Burial followed at Oaklawn
Cemetery.
Jones Family Funeral Home-Decatur handled the services.
John was retired from Gifford-Hill after 20 years of service. He enjoyed
bowling, camping, fishing and gambling. John was known for his work ethic and
always made sure his family was taken care of.
John is survived by his daughter, Cindy Whitehead of Boyd; sons, Tim Whitehead
and wife, Sherry, of North Richland Hills and Scott Whitehead and wife, Diana,
of Azle; seven grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; and friends.
Wilkins,
Krystal (Underhill) |
1985-2017
Published
Wednesday, February 22, 2017
Krystal Wilkins
Krystal Underhill Wilkins, 31, died Sunday, Feb. 19, 2017, in Grapevine.
Memorial service is 2 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 25, at Hawkins Funeral Home in Boyd
with the Rev. Tommy Putz officiating.
Visitation is 1 to 2 p.m. Saturday at the funeral home.
Krystal was born Feb. 28, 1985, in Decatur to Don and Laurie Underhill. She
married Michael Wilkins April 18, 2011, in McKinney. She was a young and loving
mother, beloved sister and wonderful daughter.
Krystal struggled through a two-year battle with cancer. In typical Krystal
spirit, she fought hard and maintained her sense of humor, never revealing the
true level of pain she was experiencing.
Krystal had a generous, loving and caring heart, often giving her last dollar to
those in need. She was always willing to help those less fortunate. With a rebel
spirit, she could often be described as marching to the beat of her own drummer.
Krystal was preceded in death by her husband.
She is survived by her son, Tyler Wilkins; and Tyler’s father, John Nguyen.
She is also survived by her mother; her father and his wife, Treva, of Boyd;
sister Ashley Underhill of McKinney; grandmothers Helen Bane of Grapevine and
Shirley Underhill of Etna, Maine; nephews Steven, Aaron and Triston; and many
friends.
Williams,
Billy Ray, II |
1994-2017
Published
Wednesday, November 15, 2017
Billy Ray Williams II
Billy Ray Williams II, 22, of Decatur, died Monday, Nov. 6, 2017, in Fort Worth.
Funeral was Nov. 11 at the First United Methodist Church in Decatur with the
Rev. David Lowrie officiating. Burial followed at Aurora Cemetery.
Hawkins Funeral Home in Decatur handled arrangements.
Pallbearers were Ross Pennington, Ty Watson, Logan Deaton, Colton Foster,
Bradley Tedrow and Tyler Foster.
Honorary pallbearers were Shannon Swayzer, Jeremy Austin, Noah Austin and Verl
Tedrow.
Billy was born Dec. 19, 1994, in Olney to Billy and Rebecca (Cooper) Williams.
He worked as a telecommunications tech.
He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Flakey Jo Cooper and Eddie Cooper.
Billy is survived by his mother, Rebecca Williams of North Lake; father Billy
Williams Sr. and wife, Stacy, of Decatur; sisters Riley and Harper Williams;
grandparents C.W. and Rita Williams of Paradise and Norma Cooper of Wichita
Falls, Dean and Robbie Watson of Chico and Sammie Watson of Decatur; and
numerous aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.
Williams,
Jimmie Dean |
1936-2017
Published
Wednesday, September 27, 2017
Jimmie Dean Williams
Jimmie Dean Williams, 81, of Greenwood, died Saturday, Sept. 23, 2017, in
Greenwood.
Graveside service was Sept. 26 at Greenwood Cemetery.
Pallbearers were Michael Wilhelmi, Kirby Stubbs, Austin Stubbs, Cooper Gore,
Ronnie Elliott and Colton Cassaday. Honorary pallbearer was Jeff Stubbs.
Jimmie was born May 24, 1936, in Whitesboro, Okla., to Luther and Hester
Williams. He was the neighborhood handyman who always fixed different projects
for local children. He dearly loved his family and dogs. Jimmie had a big heart,
but he also had a big temper. He owned his own drywall contracting business for
many years. He dearly loved his wife Linda, taking care of her until her death,
and then he met Dana and successfully joined the two families.
Jimmie was preceded in death by his parents; wife Linda Kay Howerton; and son
Gary Wayne Williams.
He is survived by wife, Dana Elliott-Williams; son Ronnie Elliott; and daughters
Laura Williams Stubbs and husband, Jeff, Amy Gore, Melissa Williams Wilhelmi and
husband, Michael, Sarah Stevens and husband, David, and Shellie Blakely.
He is also survived by grandchildren Kirby Adam Stubbs and family, Austin Lane
Stubbs, Bailey Marie Brock and family, Cooper Gore, Colton Cassaday and Corbit
Cassaday; beloved couple, Brandon Culbertson and Amy Brison; numerous family and
friends; and dogs Bubba, Dottie and the rest of the pack.
Memorial donations may be made to Solaris Hospice, 2250 FM 51 South, Ste. 400,
Decatur, TX 76234.
Wilson,
George Edwin |
1941-2017
Published
Wednesday, April 26, 2017
George Wilson
George Edwin Wilson, 76, of Henderson, died Friday, April 21, 2017, in Tyler.
Funeral was April 25 at Crawford A. Crim Funeral Home in Henderson with the Rev.
Mike Ledbetter officiating. Burial followed at Moyers Cemetery.
George was born Oct. 27, 1941, in Kilgore to Graham and Myrtle Collins Wilson.
He graduated from Carlisle High School in 1959 and attended Kilgore College and
Lamar University where he received a chemical engineering degree in 1963.
George began his engineering career at Cities Services Oil Co. In 1973, he went
into private business and owned White Auto Stores in St. Francisville, La., and
in Atlanta, Texas. In 1979, he returned to engineering and worked for Mitchell
Energy in Bridgeport and Fort Worth as superintendent of drilling before
retiring in 1998. He and Ladean moved “back home” to Henderson in 1999.
George was proud of his independent daughters and made sure they could check
their own oil, change a flat tire and understand the stock market before they
left home. He adored his grandchildren and he led them by example on how to be
hardworking, honest and grateful.
He enjoyed fishing, classic cars, playing baseball, traveling with his family,
riding his motorcycle, working or piddling in his shop wearing his signature
overalls, his many stray dogs and supporting his grandchildren in all of their
endeavors.
George was preceded in death by his parents. He is survived by his high school
sweetheart and wife of 54 years, Ladean Holland Wilson; daughters Dayna Wilson
Cox of North Richland Hills and Aimee Wilson Morris and husband, Greg, of
Whitehouse; grandchildren Brennan Wilson Cox of North Richland Hills and Lauren
Ashlee Morris, Brooke Makayla Morris and Megan Marie Morris of Whitehouse.
Memorial donations may be sent to Hospice of East Texas, the American Cancer
Society or the Henderson Animal Shelter.
Wilson,
Janis Eileen (Decker)
| 1951-2017
Published
Saturday, February 25, 2017
Janis Wilson
Janis Eileen Wilson, 65, of Haslet, died Thursday, Feb. 23, 2017, in Haslet.
Graveside service is 1 p.m. Monday, Feb. 27, at Dido Cemetery in Fort Worth with
the Rev. Phillip Weitner officiating.
Janis was born April 13, 1951, in Springfield, Ill., to Almeda (Beams) and
Charles Decker. She married John (Johnny) Wilson March 2, 1990, in Hurst.
Janis enlisted and served in the United States Navy. Afterwards she worked in
the computer industry where she met her husband. After retiring on her 50th
birthday, she spent her time traveling, visiting with family and enjoying time
with her grandkids.
She was preceded in death by her father.
Janis is survived by her husband of 26 years; daughter Andrea Sarginson and
husband, Roger; son Luke Perry and wife, Michelle; stepdaughters Michelle
Krogsgaard and husband, Larry, and Rachel Herrera and husband, Paul,
grandchildren Tayah, Annabelle, Tucker, Rebecca, Cole, Kelsey, Chelsea, Kilah
and PJ; great-grandchildren Brayden, Christian, Kenlie Rae and Taylin.
She is also survived her mother; sisters Bonnie Hunter and husband, Ray, Theresa
Scott and husband, Steve, and Tracy Decker; brothers Steve Decker and wife,
Nancy, Jeff Decker and wife, Diane, Rodney Decker and Kevin Decker and wife,
Ginger; sister-in-heart Nancy Beams Bryant; and numerous nieces, nephews,
cousins, extended family members and friends.
Wilson,
Marshall Dale |
1957-2017
Published
Saturday, June 10, 2017
Marshall Wilson
Marshall Dale Wilson, 59, of Hurst, died Monday, June 5, 2017.
A funeral service was held Friday at Bluebonnet Hills Funeral Home. Marshall was
buried at Plainview Cemetery in Krum.
Marshall was born Sept. 30, 1957, in Alexandria, La. to Marshall Edward and
JoAnn Wilson. He was a man of God and a member of First Baptist Church in Hurst.
He was very active with the church and volunteered with the church’s prison
ministry. Marshall was kind-hearted, generous and a loving father to his two
girls. He loved fishing, Rangers baseball and was a Longhorns fan. He was loved
and will be missed by his friends and family.
He is preceded in death by his father.
He is survived by his daughters, Amanda Gibbs and husband, Cade and Kelsey
Wilson; granddaughter Willow Ingram; his mother; brothers Chester Ray Wilson and
wife, Peggy and Dennis Wilson and wife, Janet; numerous nieces and nephews; and
former wife Lizzy Nelson.
Winchell,
Patsy ‘Pat’ (Simmons)
| 1933-2017
Published
Wednesday, October 18, 2017
Patsy “Pat”
Winchell
Patsy “Pat” Winchell, 84, of Decatur died Friday, Oct. 13, 2017, in Decatur.
Funeral was Oct. 16 at Hawkins Funeral Home in Decatur with burial at Oaklawn
Cemetery.
Pallbearers were Ronnie Barnes Sr., Ronnie Barnes Jr., Buster Barnes, Logan
Barnes, Dakota Smith, Ethan Barnes, Anthony Gildon and Andrew Gildon.
Pat was born April 17, 1933, in Eastland County to Thomas and Agnes Lorene
Simmons. She married Billy Ed Winchell who preceded her in death Oct. 14, 1984.
She was also preceded in death by her parents and siblings Nomalee Spradling,
Juanell Simmons, Rosco Simmons, Bobby Simmons and Bill Simmons.
She is survived by daughters Debbie Justice and husband, Terry, of Decatur,
Vicky Barnes and husband, Ronnie, of Decatur, and Belinda Caylor and husband,
Barry, of Arlington; sons Ricky Winchell of Livingston, Mike Winchell of Decatur
and Joe Bill Winchell and wife, Pat, of Conroe; grandchildren Angela, Anthony,
Andrew, Jeffrey, Buster, Amber, Lakrica, Ronnie Jr., Dylan, Mindy and Shelly;
and numerous great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews and friends.
Wojcik,
Mary Lou (Mitchell) |
1945-2017
Published
Wednesday, October 11, 2017
Mary Lou Wojcik
Mary Lou Wojcik, 72, of Hurst died Thursday, Sept. 28, 2017.
Mary Lou was born April 30, 1945, in Colleyville and graduated from Grapevine
High School in 1963. She worked many years in the payroll department at Bell
Helicopter before retiring in 2007. She loved her family and friends and made
sure they knew how she felt.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Johnnie H. and Julie E. Mitchell;
brothers Charles Kenneth Mitchell, Billy Mitchell and wife, Dorothy, and Johnnie
(Junior) Mitchell and wife, Ruby; niece Linda Darlene; and nephews Troy
Mitchell, Charlie Mitchell, Randy Tidwell and Terry Meadows.
Mary Lou is survived by her husband, John Wojcik; sons Robby V. Kizer and wife,
Kelly, and Darrel L. Kizer and wife, Renee; stepdaughters Christine Silcox and
husband, Danny, and Kimberly Swancy and husband, Doug; and stepson John Wojcik
and wife, Yougin.
Other survivors include brother Melvin Mitchell and wife, Loretta; sisters Helen
Louis Mitchell Tidwell Clark and Nancy Meadows and husband, Roger; 17
grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; and many cousins, nieces and nephews.
Wolfe,
Jack Allen |
1946-2017
Published
Saturday, May 27, 2017
Jack Allen Wolfe, 70,
of Bridgeport, died Tuesday, May 23, 2017, in Decatur.
Funeral is 10 a.m. Tuesday, May 30, at Coker Funeral Home in Jacksboro.
Visitation is 6 to 8 p.m. Monday, May 29, at the funeral home.
Jack was born Aug. 26, 1946, in Jack County to Ralph and Lula Mae Wolfe. He
married Carol Sue Grzelachowski April 23, 1975, in Las Vegas. He graduated from
Jacksboro High School and Tarleton State University and was a member of the
Jermyn Baptist Church.
Jack was self-employed in the real estate industry. He was a loving father,
grandfather, brother and friend. He will be dearly missed.
He was preceded in death by his parents; his wife; and brother James L. Wolfe.
He is survived by his children, Clint Wolfe and wife, Karrie, Kimberly Williams
and husband, Stormy, and Pamela Wolfe; sister Colleen Grooms; brother Bill
Wolfe; grandchildren Gracie, Madison, Jett and Zack; and many other extended
family members and friends.
Memorial donations may be made to Jermyn Baptist Church, P.O. Box 397, Jermyn,
TX 76458 or to Lynn Creek Cemetery Association, P.O. Box 884, Jacksboro, TX
76458.
Womack,
Jessie Lee (Swetnam)
| 1928-2017
Published
Wednesday, July 12, 2017
Jessie Womack
Jessie Lee Womack, 88, of Bridgeport, died Sunday, July 9, 2017, in Bridgeport.
Funeral is 10:30 a.m. Friday, July 14, at Hawkins Funeral Home in Bridgeport
with the Rev. Sam Caldwell officiating. Burial will follow at Boonsville
Cemetery.
Visitation is 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home.
Pallbearers are Earl Green, Clayton Green, Orville Stone, Mike Henderson, Pete
Henderson, and Jim Mercer. Honorary pallbearers are Robert Grantham and Mike
Benton.
Jessie was born Oct. 17, 1928, in Olney to Jess and Lola Alta (Shawver) Swetnam.
She was a member of the First United Methodist Church in Bridgeport. Jessie
married Weldon Womack Jan. 10, 1946, in Fort Worth. She was a member of the
Bridgeport Garden Club. Jessie worked as a hairdresser at Helen’s Beauty Shop
for numerous years.
She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband; and sister Bobbie Lou
Boner.
Jessie is survived by her son, Phillip Womack of Bridgeport; grandchildren
Sandra Bryant and husband, Robert, of Perrin, Shane Womack of Bridgeport and
Wayne Womack and Debra Seale of Houston; great-grandchildren Aimee Davis, Ethan
Womack, Colton Womack, Pollyann Womack and Clara Womack; sister Ann Henderson of
Bridgeport; and numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.
Woodruff,
Mary Diane (Grimsley)
| 1948-2017
Published
Wednesday, July 12, 2017
Mary Woodruff
Mary Diane Woodruff, 69, of Springtown, died Thursday, July 6, 2017, in Fort
Worth.
Memorial service is 10:30 a.m. Saturday, July 15, at Springtown Fundamental
Baptist Church with the Rev. Danny Marrow officiating. Burial will follow at
Azleland Cemetery in Azle.
Visitation is 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday at Hawkins Funeral Home in Boyd.
Mary was born June 30, 1948, in Fort Worth to Lloyd and Lucille Grimsley. She
was a member of Springtown Fundamental Baptist Church in Springtown. Mary
retired after 40-plus years as an office manager at David’s Patio. She was
also a member of the Springtown Historical Society.
Mary was preceded in death by her parents; and brother Bill Grimsley.
She is survived by her daughters, Liza Geary and husband, Danny, of Azle,
Dannica Owens and husband, Randy, of Springtown, Marilynn Porterfield and
husband, Steven, of Fort Worth and Joanne Downes and husband, Heinrich, of
Springtown; grandchildren Patrick, Austin, Maddie, Nathan, Katie, Destini,
Hannah, Landon, Gary and Shannon; great-grandchildren Elijah, Jaxton, Addilynn,
Austin, RJ, Hailee and Piper; sister Darlene Mann and husband, Bobby, of Boyd;
and nieces, nephews and friends.
Woodruff,
Roy Nathan ‘Hollywood’
| 1939-2017
Published
Saturday, September 23, 2017
Roy Nathan Woodruff
Roy Nathan “Hollywood” Woodruff, 77, of Bridgeport, died Sunday, Sept. 17,
2017, in Bridgeport.
Memorial gathering is 7 p.m. Saturday at his home, 104 Greathouse St., in
Bridgeport.
Hawkins Funeral Home in Bridgeport is handling arrangements.
Hollywood was born Oct. 24, 1939, in Wyatt, Mo., to John and Mary Bell (Kidd)
Woodruff. He married Brenda Malmgren July 31, 1981, in Dyersburg, Tenn. He was a
retired truck driver.
He was preceded in death by his parents.
Hollywood is survived by his son, Kennith Woodruff and wife, Barbara, of
Paradise; daughters Cheri Hamby and husband, Bob, and Terri Smith and husband,
John, all of Licking, Mo., Brandi Woodruff and companion, Austin Sales, of
Bridgeport and Traci Woodruff and fianc , J.D. Freeman, of Chico.
Other survivors include seven grandchildren; nine great-great-grandchildren;
brother Tommy Woodruff and wife, Sandy, of Bardwell, Ky.; family friend Teddy
Morales of Bridgeport; sisters Cynthia Mosier and Phyllis Wright, both of
Bardwell; and numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.
Woodyard,
Janice F. (Satterwhite)
| 1963-2017
Published
Saturday, June 4, 2017
Janice Woodyard
Janice F. Woodyard, of Elk City, Okla., formerly of Wise County, died Thursday,
June 1, 2017, of cancer.
Memorial service is 3 p.m., Sunday, June 4, at LifePointe Church, 120 S. Crowley
Rd., in Crowley.
Janice was born in 1963 to James L. Davis and Dorothy Satterwhite. She was a
manager and trainer for 7-Eleven and Murphy Oil stores.
She was preceded in death by her father; and sister Patricia Davis.
Janice is survived by her husband, Mike Woodyard; her mother; son Jacob
Stephens; daughters Elizabeth Woodyard and Kaitlynne Woodyard; grandson Zeke
Stephens; and siblings Theresa Goolsby, Debra Wright, Rick Davis, James Davis
and Terry Davis.
Wright,
Debra Ann (Garner) |
1957-2017
Published
Saturday, July 22, 2017
Debra Wright
Debra Ann Wright, 59, of Weatherford, died Thursday, July 20, 2017.
Funeral services are 3 p.m., Sunday, July 23 at Galbreaith-Pickard Funeral
Chapel at 913 North Elm Street in Weatherford.
Visitation will be 6 to 8 p.m. Saturday at the funeral home.
Debra was born Aug. 20, 1957, in Gulfport, Miss. to Billy and Frances Yother
Garner. She enjoyed fishing, reading, cooking and seeing the country while truck
driving with her husband. Her family, especially her granddaughter, was her
everything.
Debra is survived by her husband, Anthony Wright; children, Christina Cordell
and John Wright, both of Weatherford; granddaughter, Jenna Cordell of
Weatherford; her father; sister Lynn Garner of Bridgeport; and friends.
In lieu of flowers donations may be made to The National Multiple Sclerosis(MS)
Society at nationalmssociety.org/donate.
Wyman,
Marsha Colleen |
1979-2017
Published
Saturday, March 4, 2017
Marsha Wyman
Marsha Colleen Wyman, 38, of Fort Worth, died Sunday, Feb. 26, 2017, at Denton
Regional Medical Center.
Memorial service is 1 p.m. Saturday, March 4, at The Creek Church, 4901 N. Main
Street in Fort Worth.
Marsha was born Jan. 23, 1979, in Tyler. Marsha was a fun and loving wife to
Michael Wyman, a Double Oak police officer, and had an unconditional love for
her two daughters, Samantha and Katherine Wyman.
Marsha had been a nurse for Wise Health System in Decatur since 2009. She was a
natural – with a huge heart – who truly enjoyed helping others. She bonded
with both colleagues and patients; treating both with warm friendship and
respect. Through the chaos of a busy workday, Marsha always found the time to be
an amazing mother and best friend to her two daughters, always guiding and
shaping their lives. Marsha was the absolute love of Mike’s life, making him
the man he is today by supporting him in every single way. She was his soulmate.
Marsha modeled selfless behavior, continually helping family and friends. Her
wit, laugh, beautiful smile and bright blue eyes will be deeply missed and
forever remembered.
Marsha was preceded in death by father-in-law Craig Wyman; and nephew Jerry
Sims.
Marsha is survived by her husband; her daughters; father George Graham; mother
Dorothy Nix Bass; brothers Paul Sims and wife, Kim, and James Graham and wife,
Crystal; sister Sherri Drackley; mother-in-law Kathy Wyman and Robert Magnus;
brother-in-law Doug Wyman and wife, Aimee; and many nieces, nephews and cousins.
The nurses of Wise Health System, along with the Double Oak police officers,
have created a gofundme.com account to help offset the cost of Marsha’s
medical expenses and funeral arrangements. To donate, go to bit.ly/wymanfam.
Yale,
Helen Louise (Neighbors)
| 1943-2017
Published
Wednesday, May 10, 2017
Helen Yale
Helen Louise Yale, 73, of Alvord, died Monday, May 8, 2017, in Decatur.
Funeral is 2 p.m. Thursday, May 11, at the First Baptist Church Alvord with the
Rev. Bill Cleveland officiating. Burial will follow at Alvord Cemetery.
Visitation is 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday at Hawkins Funeral Home in Decatur.
Pallbearers are Colton Redman, Crese Redman, Casey Selby, Hunter Yale, Danny
Neighbors, Mike Shaw, Greg Shaw and Randy Neighbors.
Honorary pallbearers are Eddie Hale, Tommy Hampton, David Richey, Mike Lemond,
Kevin Lemond, Rusty McClure and Frank Hobb.
Helen was born June 15, 1943, in Fort Worth to Lester and Louise (Garrett)
Neighbors. She married Marion Yale June 15, 1961, in Alvord. She was a member of
the First Baptist Church in Alvord.
She was preceded in death by her parents; and her sister, Joyce Shaw.
Helen is survived by her husband of 55 years; son Tim Yale and wife, Sheila, of
Alvord; daughter Kim Redman and husband, Terry, of Alvord; grandchildren Chelsi,
Colton, Crese, Caroline and Hunter; great-granddaughter Sailor Grace Redman;
brother Melton Neighbors and wife, Doris, of Alvord; sister Loyce Garrett and
husband, Pat, of Alvord; and numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.
Yarbrough,
Ernestine (Loafman) |
1932-2017
Published
Wednesday, March 29, 2017
Ernestine Yarbrough
Ernestine Yarbrough, 84, of Plano, died Friday, March 24, 2017, in Plano.
Funeral was March 28 at Hawkins Funeral Home in Boyd with speaker Scott Jensen.
Burial followed at Garvin Cemetery.
Pallbearers were Matthew Yarbrough, Adam Yarbrough, Scott Jensen, Cory
Yarbrough, Keenan Yarbrough, Isaac Jensen, Preston Biard and Anders Klarquist.
Ernestine was born July 5, 1932, in Fort Worth to Ernest and Fannie (Read)
Loafman. She married Bobby Lee Yarbrough June 29, 1952, in Waco. Ernestine was a
Baptist.
She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband; sister Betty Campbell;
and brother Billy Loafman.
She is survived by her sons, Robert Yarbrough and wife, Karen, of Trophy Club,
Milton Yarbrough and wife, Debbie, of Mesquite and Alan Yarbrough and wife,
Cindy, of Arlington; and daughter Betty Beth Jensen and husband, David, of
Plano.
She is also survived by grandchildren Scott Jensen and wife, Sarah, of McKinney,
Mary Biard and husband, Preston, of Frisco, Cassidy Klarquist and husband,
Anders, of Wylie, Cory Yarbrough of Dallas, Sasha Binkley and husband, Eric, of
Lewisville, Keenan Yarbrough of Trophy Club, Matthew Yarbrough and wife, Rhonda,
of Kaufman and Adam Yarbrough and wife, April, of Forney; great-grandchildren
Adian, Maverick, Sophia, Nolan, Parker, Isaac, Tatum, Korbin and Kaeden; and
numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.
Memorial donations may be sent to Parkinson’s of DFW or the Alzheimer’s
Association.
Young,
Alton T. | 1953-2017
Published
Wednesday, December 6, 2017
Alton T. Young
Alton T. Young, 64, of Boyd, died Sunday, Dec. 3, 2017, in Fort Worth.
Funeral is 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, Dec. 6, at the First United Methodist Church in
Boyd with the Rev. Jeanne Evans officiating. Burial will follow at Aurora
Cemetery.
Hawkins Funeral Home in Boyd is handling arrangements.
Pallbearers are Richard Young, Jimmy Young, Jeffery Frame, Derek Frame, Alton
Frame, Robert Walker and Theresa Young.
Honorary pallbearers are Bill Cockerell, Ronnie Young, Edward Milligan, Eddie
Owens, Robert Valentine, Michael Garcia, Michael Milligan and Billy Cockerell.
Alton was born Sept. 22, 1953, in Decatur to Alton Sr. and Vivian (Applewhite)
Young. He married Gale Lynn Grimsley June 16, 1970, in Conroe. He was a truck
driver.
Alton was preceded in death by his parents; stepfather Richard Milligan; sister
Janet Ruth Young; and brothers Tommy and Jimmy Arrington.
He is survived by his wife of 47 years; daughter Theresa Young and husband,
Larry Robinson, of Azle; sons Richard Young and wife, Sara, of Azle, Jimmy Young
and wife, Kim, of Boyd and Robert Walker and wife, Tammy, of Denton; 14
grandchildren; and 12 great-grandchildren.
Other survivors include brothers Ronnie Young and wife, Terri, of Boyd, Edward
Milligan and wife, Jackie, of Haltom City and Michael Milligan and wife,
Jennifer, of Watauga; sisters Gail Owens and husband, Eddie, of Boyd, Dianna
Cockerell and husband, Bill, of Newark, Imogene Walker of Springtown, Cotton
Wright and husband, Larry, of Springtown, Bertie Sellers and husband, Glenn, of
Boyd and Billie Romine of Rhome; brother-in-law Gary Grimsley and wife, Sue, of
Reno; and numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.
Young,
Cecil V. ‘Cy’ |
1919-2017
Published
Wednesday, March 29, 2017
Cy Young
Cy (Cecil V.) Young died Friday, March 24, 2017.
Funeral is 2 p.m. Friday, March 31, at White Family Funeral Home in Bowie.
Visitation is one hour prior to the service.
Cy was born Oct. 2, 1919, in Bowie. He graduated from Bowie High School as the
first recipient of a fully-funded football and academic scholarship to Abilene
Christian University. After receiving his degree in 1941, he coached and taught
at Saint Jo High School for one year before enlisting in the Navy after Pearl
Harbor.
Following boot camp in Virginia, he was attached to allied headquarters,
planning the invasion of Italy in Algiers, North Africa. He received a promotion
to lieutenant and returned to the U.S. for training in New York and California.
Assigned to the USS Carteret, A.P.A. 70 as a boat officer, he served throughout
the Pacific including Iwo Jima and Okinawa.
Always grateful for the GI Bill, Cy began work on his master’s degree at the
University of Texas in Austin. He received his degree in 1952 at the University
of North Texas.
Following his service, he resumed his coaching and teaching career. He coached
in Highland Park, Graham and Decatur. He was the founder of the longest
continually running track meet in the state of Texas – The Possum Kingdom
Relays. He served as chairman of the Texas High School Coaching Association.
Throughout his career and into retirement, Cy remained active in many
organizations. He was founder and president of the Bowie Education Foundation
and Montague County Retired Teacher Association, where he served as president
and legislative chairman. In 1991, he founded the Iwo Jima Survivors
Association, a national organization including all branches of the service. He
also worked with Rosa Ogawa of Tokyo and the Japanese survivors of Iwo Jima to
join in the 1999 reunion in Wichita Falls.
Cy married Evelyn Cohron (1923-1973) in 1946 and Estelle Donald in 1981.
He is survived by his son, Randy Young of Dallas: daughters Jan Reddick and
husband, Richard, of Ada, Okla. and Kay Lyon and husband, Rick, of Dallas;
grandchildren Brandon Reddick and wife, Keiko, of Plano, Matt Reddick and wife,
Emily, of Dallas and Katie Reddick of Norman, Okla.; and stepgranddaughter Angie
Grimes and husband, Todd.
He is also survived by great-grandchildren Kai, Noa and Allen Reddick of Plano
and MacKinnon Reddick of Dallas; step-great-grandchildren Riley and Jake Grimes;
and numerous nieces, nephews and friends.
Memorial donations may be made to the Bowie Education Foundation, c/o Legend
Bank, 101 W. Tarrant St., Bowie, TX 76230 or a charity of choice.
Zedaker,
Shirley Alice (Harthen)
| 1931-2017
Published
Saturday, May 20, 2017
Shirley Zedaker
Shirley Alice Zedaker, 85, of Decatur, died Thursday, May 18, 2017, in Decatur.
Graveside service is 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, May 23, at Fairview Cemetery with the
Rev. Phillip Weitner officiating.
Visitation is 6 to 7 p.m. Monday at Hawkins Funeral Home in Decatur.
Shirley was born Aug. 29, 1931, in Detroit to Arnold and Ina (Crowmer) Harthen.
She was a retired LVN. Shirley worked at the Wise County Heritage Museum for 15
years and was a member in the Decatur Garden Club.
She was preceded in death by her parents.
Shirley is survived by her daughters, Susan Davis of New Fairview and Jane
Skaggs and husband, Gary, of Decatur; granddaughters Kate Newby of Haslet,
Lesley Skaggs of Decatur, Lisa Christensen and husband, Henning III, of San
Antonio and Kitty Skaggs of Dallas; grandson Grant Davis of New Fairview; seven
great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.