Obituaries

Apr 24, 2024

Nolan Hoke Mills was born in Waco, Texas, on January 2, 1935. He went home to meet his Savior on April 24, 2024. He grew up with his amazing sister, Bettie, whom he adores. He graduated from Baylor University in 1956, and met his deeply beloved wife of 65 years, Cindy (Mary), in Alabama. Not a day went by...

Apr 23, 2024

On Tuesday, April 23, 2024, Anna Jo Samter Carr, loving wife, mother, grandmother, and great grandmother passed away at the age of 86.

Anna Jo was born on October 10, 1937, in Tulsa, OK to David and Ruby Samter. After graduating from Central High School where she was the President of the Student Council and her Senior...

Apr 22, 2024

Deborah, affectionately known as "Debbie" McCurdy, graced the world on December 28, 1956 in Dallas, Texas. Born to the loving parents, Paul and Virginia Crabtree, Debbie peacefully departed from this earth on April 22, 2024 in Gainesville, Texas, at the age of 67. With a heart overflowing with kindness and a genuine love for humanity, Debbie's presence was a...

Apr 19, 2024

Edward Tobe Renteria Jr, 51, of Dallas, Texas entered eternal rest on April 19, 2024.

Edward was born on August 1, 1972 in Dallas to Epimenia Renteria-Daniel and Edward Renteria Sr. He graduated from RL Turner High School in Carrollton, TX in 1990 and earned a Bachelor of Business Administration degree from the University of North Texas...

Apr 18, 2024

Grady Giles Wilson, 83, of Carrollton, Texas, passed away on April 18, 2024.

Grady was born on September 29, 1940, in Salisbury, North Carolina, to William Henry Wilson, Sr. and Mary Vallie Poole Wilson. He graduated from Spencer High School in Spencer, North Carolina, in 1958, and in 1962, he obtained a Bachelor of Arts Degree in...

Apr 17, 2024

Jan Derryberry Anderson, our beloved Mother, Grandmother, Sister, Friend, and Servant of Christ, transitioned into eternity peacefully on Wednesday, April 17th with her daughters by her side. Jan was born in Idabel, Oklahoma on October 20, 1942, and was the second child born to John and Mary Derryberry.

She is now united with her husband, Walter Anderson...

Apr 16, 2024

Warren James (Jim) Sikes was born July 13, 1947, in Muskogee, Oklahoma. He graduated from Muskogee Central High School. After graduation he enlisted in the United States Marine Corps. He served honorably, was a proud Vietnam veteran and he was "always faithful" to his God, his country, and his family.

After discharge, he graduated from Northeastern State...

Apr 15, 2024

Larry Wayne Parker, age 67, of Aubrey, TX, formerly of Princeton, TX, went to Jesus on April 15, 2024, after battling pancreatic cancer a second time.  He was in the Vitas Inpatient Hospice Care Unit in Carrollton TX at the time of his passing.

The Celebration of Life service will be held at Gateway Funerals and Cremation,...

Apr 13, 2024

Richard Floyd "Butch" Smith was born June 12, 1943 in Portland, OR to Roy Willard Smith and Geraldine Sandlin Smith. After the war, the family moved to Hacket, AR, where he attended school, graduating from Greenwood High School in 1961. He attended the University of Arkansas, obtaining a marketing degree in 1964. A lifelong Hogs fan, he often loudly...

Apr 10, 2024

Philip Wayne Sleeman was born in Dallas, Texas on October 9, 1956 to Raymond and Doris Sleeman, he passed away suddenly on April 10, 2024, at the age of 67.

Philip is survived by his three brothers Jerry (Melinda) Sleeman, Robert (Mercy) Sleeman, Jay (Cheryl) Sleeman. Nieces and nephews Juli, Bryan, Jennifer, Christy, Jayson, Jeri, Shaina, Spencer,...

Apr 8, 2024

Carolyn Ruth Robinson Wilson, aged 70, passed away on Monday April 8th 2024.

She is preceded in death by her father Roy Robinson Jr. and her mother Ruth Stauss Robinson. Carolyn is survived by her son Terry Roy Wilson, her two sisters Anna Robinson Strait and Barbara Robinson Itani, her brother in-laws William Perry Strait and Talal...

Apr 6, 2024

Ronald Smith, a cherished widower, father, grandfather, and friend passed away on April 6th, 2024, leaving behind a legacy of love, laughter, and gratitude. Born to August Jr. and Leona May (Leiter) Smith on November 4th, 1937, in Toledo, Ohio, he joined his siblings Robert, Audrey, Jeanne, and Charmaine. As a 16-year-old, he was hired to work on the docks...

Apr 3, 2024

Shelley Kelly was born on August 30,1979 in Los Angeles, California to Charles and Connie Price. Shelley was nicknamed Shirley by her mother. She was 1 of 4 siblings Yolanda, Billy and Marlon.

Shelley's childhood was filled with love, laughter and joy surrounded by those she truly loved and who truly loved her. Shelley soared with her...

Apr 3, 2024

Christopher Rome Hunt was born on December 10, 1975, and passed away on April 3, 2024, after a lengthy battle with cancer. He was preceded in death by his father J. H. "Jolly" Hunt and his grandmother Etta Foley.

Christopher is survived by his devoted wife; Katrina Hunt of Houston, two daughters Audrey Hunt of Denton, and...

Mar 30, 2024

Jerry Gilmore of Plano, Texas passed away March 30th at the age of 88. Please leave the family condolences and share your memories here for years to come.

Arrangements under the direction of:

Aria Cremation Service and Funeral Home

19310 Preston Road

Dallas Texas 75252...

Mar 28, 2024

Gerald L. Paige 1931-2024 Gerald "Jerry" L. Paige, age 92, a stalwart of Famers Branch, TX, passed away on Thursday, March 28, 2024, at his home surrounded by the love and warmth of his daughter. He was born at home on June 17, 1931, in Nora Township in Jo Daviess County, IL, the son of Roy and Ruby (Doubler) Paige....

Mar 27, 2024

Ruby Jean Watson, 80, of Gainesville, Texas, passed away on March 27, 2024 in Denison, Texas.  She was born on October 4, 1943 to Willie and Nola Howard in Marietta, Oklahoma.  Ruby met her late husband, Thomas F. Watson, and they married in 1972.  In 1983, she graduated with her licensed vocational nursing degree and spent 30 years caring...

Mar 26, 2024

Allen Majefski was a passionate man who gave 100%. It is how he loved his family, with all his heart and soul. One of his greatest joys was watching his grandchildren grow up, attend school and play sports. He was often the loudest cheerleader at their games. He cherished his dogs, Casey and Happy, who brought him great comfort. We...

Mar 25, 2024

Linda was a devoted Christian woman; her love for our Lord was foremost in her life. Immersed in faith, she managed her battle through dementia with grace and courage and is now free. Linda was a dedicated and loving wife and mother, a compassionate nurse, a cherished friend, and a generous soul.

Linda was married to and...

Mar 22, 2024

Gayla B. Hickman (nee Jeter) of Dallas, Texas passed away peacefully on March 22, 2024.  She was born in Lamesa, Texas on October 9, 1948 to the late Elmo and Bobbye (nee Carlton) Jeter. Raised in Lubbock, Gayla attended Monterey High School and went on to attend Texas Tech University where she was a member of the Alpha Chi...