Obituaries

Oct 5, 2025

Stefanie Lee Jones, passed away peacefully on October 5th, 2025 at the age of 54 in McKinney, Texas. She was born on October 24th 1970 to Frank and Virginia Kousal in Waco, Texas. Stefanie graduated from Midway High School in 1989 and went on to get her Bachelor and Master degrees at TWU and WGU.

Devoted spouse,...

Oct 4, 2025

Jan Carolyn Hardwick Turner, 80, of Seabrook, Texas passed away peacefully on October 4, 2025. She was born on June 12, 1945, in Burnsville, Mississippi to Evelyn and James Hardwick and graduated from La Marque High School in 1963. She worked at ANICO in Galveston, the Texas City Water District, La Marque Independent School District, Varmicon in Harlingen, and...

Oct 4, 2025

OBITUARY- TOMMIE SUE RICH

Tommie Sue Rich, aged 95, of McKinney, TX, went home to be with her Lord and Savior on October 4, 2025. She was surrounded by her loving family. Sue was born in Ft. Worth, TX to Dan and Mattie Markum on April 9, 1930. Her parents instilled in her a deep faith and...

Oct 3, 2025

With heavy hearts, the family of Maria Irene Rubalcaba Ramirez would like to inform everyone of her passing on October 3, 2025, in Royse City, TX, at the age of 87 years old.  She was born on August 15, 1938, in Matamoros, Tamaulipas.  Maria Irene Rubalcaba worked her entire life, never giving up through many obstacles and efforts.

Oct 1, 2025

Andrew "Andy" Franz Basel

Andrew "Andy" Franz Basel, 78, passed away peacefully at home in Plano, Texas, on October 1, 2025.

Andy was born on March 11, 1947, in New York City to Andrew and Erika Basel. He grew up in Queens and spent every summer with his parents in the Catskill Mountains—a place that...

Sep 30, 2025

OBITUARY — JOANN M. BEHLING

It is with deepest regret that we announce the passing of a loving wife, mother, sister and grandmother, JoAnn M. Behling, on September 30, 2025, who was surrounded by family. JoAnn was born on May 9, 1934, in Belspring, VA and is survived by her daughter, Pamela E. McClendon (David); sister, June...

Sep 29, 2025

Claire, a beloved wife, devoted mother, cherished grandmother, dedicated teacher, and dear friend, passed away peacefully on September 29th, 2025.

A woman of immense warmth, kindness, and quiet strength. She spent her life putting others first—whether in the classroom, in her community, or in the heart of her family. Her passion for helping others touched countless lives,...

Sep 29, 2025

Jeremiah Batula Quila

June 22, 1984 – September 29, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Jeremia Batula Quila, who left us on September 29, 2025, at the age of 41.

Jeremiah was born to (Dee) Dieuhuong and Ismael Quila, took his first breath on June 22, 1984,...

Sep 26, 2025

Joel Ray Deatherage burst onto the scene with a song in his heart on February 26, 1958. Colorado Springs hasn't been the same since. A childhood spent in Colorado fueled Joel's perpetual appetite for adventure. His lofty height of 6' 4" lent itself to basketball, pickleball and hiking. His bold personality lent itself to experimental cooking, throwing parties, road...

Sep 24, 2025

Celebrating the Life & Legacy of

Charles Thomas "Tom" Schara

June 26, 1942 – September 24, 2025

Obituary

Charles Thomas "Tom" Schara, 83, of Hickory Creek, Texas, entered his heavenly home on September 24, 2025, surrounded by the love of his family.

Born in Milford, Connecticut, on June 26,...

Sep 23, 2025

Jerome Michael Hayes, better known as Jerry, Iceberg or Berg, passed away at the age of 60 on September 23, 2025.

Born in Austin Texas on August 23, 1965, his family moved from Austin to Maitland, Fla, Paris Tx, and settled in Clinton Ok.

Jerry completed college at SWOSU graduating with a degree in Journalism....

Sep 22, 2025

Rose Marie Adwell, age 73, passed away on September 22, 2025, in Garland, Texas.

Rose was born on May 21, 1952, in Radisson, Saskatchewan, Canada. She raised her daughter in Saskatoon where she worked in office administration before going back to school and becoming a registered nurse in 1982. Rose worked at the University Hospital until she...

Sep 20, 2025

María Alma De Leon, 73, of Dallas, Texas, passed away peacefully at her home, surrounded by family, on September 20, 2025.

María was a devoted Catholic, a loving wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend. She dedicated her life to God and her family, living with selfless love, sacrifice, and joy. Known for her faith and...

Sep 20, 2025

Karen Michelle Shaw, born on September 23, 1957, in Dallas, Texas, passed away peacefully on September 20, 2025, just a few days shy of her 68th birthday. Karen was a lifelong resident of Dallas, where she was known and loved for her vibrant red hair, her warm personality, and her unwavering kindness.

For nearly 30 years, Karen...

Sep 20, 2025

Nicki Becker passed away with her loving daughters by her side on September 20, 2025, and peacefully joined her beloved husband, Jay Becker, in heaven.

Born in 1939 in Sioux City, Iowa, she lived a life full of grace, devotion, and joy. A proud graduate of The University of Iowa with a degree in journalism, she found...

Sep 20, 2025

Surrounded by his loving family, Raymond James Trapp, age 85, beloved husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, was escorted peacefully to Heaven on Saturday, September 20, 2025 at his home in Dallas, Texas. After several traumatic falls and life-threatening conditions finally took a toll on his body, Ray came home from the hospital under the care of hospice and received...

Sep 16, 2025

Joanne Weber passed peacefully on Sept. 16, 2025. She was 94 years old.

Joanne was born in Gangneung, Korea on Aug. 19, 1931. After completing her bachelor's degree in Korea, Joanne moved to the United States in 1950 to pursue further education. She attended Seton Hill College in Pennsylvania and St. Louis University, where she earned a...

Sep 16, 2025

Mary Ellen Stocks, of Highland Village, TX, passed away on September 16, 2025 at the age of 82.

Mary Ellen was born to William Clyde and Beaulah Viola (Goff) Reed in Davenport, Iowa on October 5, 1942. The family moved to Des Moines where they lived on the south side of town. It was a home filled...

Sep 12, 2025

Lora Young Simonds

January 16, 1953 - September 12, 2025

Lora Young Simonds (nee Lora Lee Ronning) born on January 16, 1953, departed this world surrounded by friends and family to be with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on September 12, 2025.

Lora was born in Lansing, Michigan and was raised in...

Sep 11, 2025

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Robert Edward Young of Dallas, Texas, who died on September 11,2025. at the age of 73.

Family and friends are invited to leave condolences and share memories in honor of his life.