Obituaries

Mar 25, 2025

Lydia VanCleve, lovingly known as Mom and Nana to her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren, was called to Glory on March 25, 2025.

Born in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, on July 20, 1938, Lydia was the daughter of Allen and Clara Richardson. She was the proud mother of Lieschen VanCleve Donham and Lucy VanCleve, raising her children in Dallas, Texas,...

Mar 24, 2025

Sally Ann Wagner (62) of Gainesville, Texas—devoted wife, dutiful daughter, beloved sister, sister-in-law, aunt and friend—passed away on March 24, 2025. Sally was born in Pasadena, Texas, on April 6, 1963, to Dick and Jimmie Boyle in Pasadena, Texas. She met and married her loving husband Kurt Wagner in Houston, Texas, in 1996. Throughout her life, Sally's priorities were...

Mar 21, 2025

It is with profound sorrow that we announce the passing of Dr. Joseph A. DeJulia, a devoted husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather and American veteran. Joseph passed away peacefully on March 21, 2025, at the age of 95 in the compassionate care of The Parson's House Preston Hollow Memory Care in Dallas, Texas, where he lived for the last two...

Mar 18, 2025

In Loving Memory of Susan Hamilton

August 26, 1970 - March 18, 2025

It is with great sorrow yet tremendous joy that we announce that Susan Clapp Hamilton went to be with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on March 18, 2025. She was surrounded at home by her loving family after a brave five-year...

Mar 16, 2025

Joseph Franklin Marver of Twisp, Washington, was the creator and founder of Spirit Halloween and founder, owner and operator of Twisp River Suites, a boutique hotel along the river in Twisp, Washington.

On March 16, 2025, Joe Marver, our beloved father, grandfather, father-in-law, uncle and friend, passed away peacefully after a long battle with cancer in Plano,...

Mar 16, 2025

Lawrence Jay "Larry" Benson, born on June 1, 1945, in El Paso, Texas, entered eternal rest on March 16, 2025, at the age of 79, in Dallas, Texas. Larry's life was one of adventure, passion, and heartfelt connections with those he loved.

Larry is survived by his daughter, Ashlee Benson of Dallas, Texas, and his nephew, Robert...

Mar 16, 2025

Willis Ray Cowlishaw, 98, passed away early Sunday, March 16, 2025, after a day surrounded by family that he loved so much and that loved him in return. His passing followed a series of health challenges following a fall last October.

Willis was born in Wolco, Oklahoma, on June 18, 1926, to William Ray and Grace Lida...

Mar 12, 2025

Justin Andrew Kennedy, age 50, of Fairview Texas, passed away at home on March 12th 2025 surrounded by his loving family, after battling cancer for six years. Born on November 14th 1974 in Dallas, Texas to David and Burna Faye Kennedy, Justin was a dedicated husband, father, son, brother, uncle, and friend. He was deeply cherished by all who...

Mar 11, 2025

Our Lord and Savior carried our beloved, admired and respected David Eugene Brusilow on Tuesday, March 11, 2025, to his home in heaven after a courageous battle with cancer.

His compassion, sense of humor, and generosity of spirit made him a beloved pillar in his family and community. He was always willing to lend a helping hand,...

Mar 11, 2025

Mark Rogers passed away peacefully on March 11, 2025, holding the hand of his loving friend Cathy and with his dog Summer lying by his side. He was born on May 19, 1959, in Belleville, Illinois to Malcolm and Catherine JoAnne Rogers.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Malcolm Rogers, Jr., and Catherine JoAnne Martin,...

Mar 9, 2025

William Alfred "Bill" Stephens was born October 30, 1929, in Coffee County, Alabama to James Alvin "Jim" and Verlon Stuckey Stephens as the second child of five. He was raised in Elba, Alabama for 10 years and moved to Jackson, MS in 1939.

He married Margaret Juanita "Dolly" Dollahite on July of 1951. They lived and worked...

Mar 8, 2025

June Jennett (Jeannette) Kimbrell Jones passed from this Earth into the arms of her Lord on March 8, 2025, in Dallas, Texas.

Jeannette is the older of twin daughters, the youngest children of Samuel Asa "Acie" Kimbrell and Ella Elva "Evelyn" Todd, born July 26, 1936, in Glen Rose, Texas. Jeannette is preceded in death by her...

Mar 7, 2025

Hayward T. McMurray, Jr. graced our lives from January 16, 1938, until his peaceful passing on March 7, 2025. Born in Springfield, Illinois, to Hayward Thomas McMurray Sr. and Isabelle Bernice Hayer McMurray, Hayward lived a life rich in love, service, and unwavering dedication to the community.

Hayward devoted over 4,000 hours to delivering "Meals on Wheels,"...

Mar 5, 2025

Vivian Lorraine Manthe

You can shed tears that she is gone,

Or you can smile because she has lived.

You can close your eyes and pray that she will come back,

Or you can open your eyes and see all that she has left behind.

Your heart can be...

Mar 3, 2025

Nelda Joyce (Lemon)Norris

July 12, 1937 - March 3, 2025

Nelda married her husband Bob Norris in 1957 and they went on to have four children, four grandchildren and 2 1/2 great grandchildren. Nelda derived the most joy in her life from spending time with her family and teaching her Sunday school classes for over...

Mar 1, 2025

Shirley Jean Mueller, age 64, Shirley was born in Fort Ord, California, September 19, 1960, and passed away in Frisco, Texas on Saturday, March 1, 2025.

She is preceded in death by her father, Retired CW4 Kenneth G. Mueller, Sr. (US Army) and Mother, Marian I. Mueller.

She is survived by her brother, Kenneth G....

Mar 1, 2025

A glimpse into the life of Joseph (Joe) Holt Foster, Jr.

Father…Husband...Leader...Mentor...The Stamford Inn...Salesmanship Club...Marathon Runner... Joe Foster Company...Maplewood...DCC...Granddaddy...SAE...World War II Documentaries...Hook 'Em Horns...Integrity...Burger's Lake...HP Wrestling...The Four Freshmen… Australia...Texas Cowboy Reunion...Stamford Bulldogs."Hustle!"...Nat's Chicken Fried Steak...Phillips Exeter Academy...CRE...John Wayne...Perseverance...River Crest Country Club...Key Lime Pie...Cold Beer...Elvis Presley...Oscoda...American-Made...Joe Jock...Breakfast Clubs...Cloudcroft Golf Trips...Troop 82...San Francisco...Lone Star Masters Swimmer...U.S. Air Force...Honesty...ULI...Rotary Club...Father-Daughter...

Feb 28, 2025

Daryl Terrence Gordon, Sr

Daryl Terrence Gordon, Sr, 64, passed away at home on February 28, 2025.

Daryl was born November 4th, 1960, in Offutt Air Force Base, Nebraska, to DT Gordon & Joan Knabe Gordon. The family then moved to Sacramento, CA, when Daryl was 6 months old. Sacramento held a special place in...

Feb 27, 2025

Joy Darlene Morris Reagan passed away at Presbyterian Hospital Dallas on Thursday February 27, 2025. She was 100. She was born on January 21, 1925 to Jeter and Lucille Morris in Dallas.

She leaves behind son Jim Reagan, Jr. and daughter June Ann Armstrong, 3 grandchildren and 5 great grandchildren. She was predeceased by her husband Jim...

Feb 26, 2025

Judith Ann Leach ("Judy"), cherished wife, mother, and grandmother, passed away on Wednesday, February 26, 2025, at the age of 85, embraced by her husband, holding the hands of her daughters, and listening to Elvis Presley.

Judy was born on October 20, 1939 in Kansas City, Missouri and grew up in Blue Springs, Missouri. Her radiant beauty...