Obituaries

Aug 19, 2025

Jun 10, 2025

Ronald Paul Buck, 77, passed away peacefully in his sleep in the early morning hours of June 10, 2025 after a year-long battle with prostate cancer. Born on August 22nd 1947 in Detroit, MI to Gustave and Ernesta Rose Buck, Ronald is survived by son Christopher (Kimberly) Buck, granddaughters Lila and Emma Buck, brother James D. Buck, nieces Adrieann Buck,...

Aug 7, 2025

Donald I “Don” Craig, III, 53, of Nevada, Texas, passed away Thursday, August 7, 2025, at home. Born January 11, 1972, in Charleston, South Carolina, he was the son of Donald and Vonda Elliott Craig of Salisbury, Maryland.

Don graduated from James M Bennett High School in Salisbury MD. He attended San Jacinto College in Texas. He was employed as a...

Aug 6, 2025

Nina Yvonne Smethers Stouth, a resident of McKinney, Texas, went to be with the Lord on August 6, 2025, at the age of 92.

A memorial service to honor Yvonne’s life will be held on August 17th at 2:00 p.m. at Charles W. Smith and Sons Funeral Home in McKinney, Texas.

Born on August 29, 1932, in Parker County, Texas, she was...

Aug 5, 2025

Constance Lynette Priest was born September 12, 1948, in Barboursville, Kentucky and went home to Jesus August 5, 2025 in Lavon, TX.

She was preceded by her husband James David Priest, son James David Priest II, parents Fred William and Mandaline Joyce Shelton.

She is survived by her daughter Lynette Kaye Jagoda; son Fred-Jason Priest and wife Angela. Sisters Deborah Ann Smith...

Aug 2, 2025

Mary Lou (Hernandez) Fuentes, age 69, of McKinney, Texas, passed away peacefully on August 2, 2025, surrounded by her loved ones. She was born on April 9, 1956, in McKinney, Texas, and lived a life full of love, strength, and unwavering devotion to her family and faith.

Mary Lou was the heart of her family — a proud mother, grandmother, and...

Jul 31, 2025

Spencer Ross Baker, a devoted husband, father, grandfather, brother, veteran, and community leader, passed away peacefully on Thursday, July 31, 2025, at the age of 75. Born on January 14, 1950 in Memphis, TN, Spencer was the beloved son of the late Charles L. Baker, Sr. and Julia Walker. The third oldest of eight, he spent his childhood splitting time...

Jul 30, 2025

We are saddened to announce that our very own Superman, Chad Sewell, has fought his last battle and gone on to be with the Lord.

In Chad's most recent health battle, he and his team of doctors showed an unwavering commitment to his recovery, which allowed us 4 more years of special memories made with him. 

Chad fought with everything he had...

Jul 30, 2025

Barbara Elaine Broughton, 88, of Garland, Texas, entered Heaven peacefully on July 30, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. She was a beloved wife, devoted mother of three, and cherished grandmother of five.

Born on December 12, 1936, in Como, Texas, Barbara spent most of her youth in Garland, where she graduated from Garland High School, Class of 1955 and met...

Jul 25, 2025

Vallie L. Patterson, age 90 of Sachse, Texas went to be with her Lord and Savior on July 25, 2025.  She was born July 24, 1935 in Winnsboro, Texas to Annie and Dewey Romine.  Vallie was preceded in death by her beloved husband of 50 years, David L. Patterson and son Michael Patterson.

Vallie is survived by her son, Mark Patterson,...

Jul 24, 2025

Charles “Dewayne” McCreary, 91 of Garland, passed away at home on July 24, 2025, after a long battle with Cancer. Dewayne was born February 11, 1934, in Royse City, Texas the son of Edgar & Beulah McCreary

Dewayne graduated from Garland High School in 1952. While attending high school he met Betty Nelson in 1954. After her graduation from GHS in...

Jul 23, 2025

The Suits family is heartbroken to share news that our beautiful Sharon Suits passed away the morning of July 23, 2025  after a tough-fought battle with several health issues in the last few years. She will always be remembered and loved for her bubbly, positive and outgoing personality. She was the one to always find the bright side in a...

Jul 22, 2025

Keith was born in Lonestar, Texas on December 2, 1963 to Brenda Couch and Kenneth Cochran.

Keith left us to be with the Lord on July 22, 2025. He passed peacefully and will be greatly missed.

He graduated from Daingerfield High school in 1982. He went on to attend Evangel University and earned a degree in Business Management.

He married Kristen Comer on...

Jul 20, 2025

Joe Edward Thiele, a devoted husband, father, educator, and community servant, passed away peacefully on July 20, 2025, at the age of 89. Born on May 25, 1936, in Perry, Illinois, Joe was the son of Dale and Dienie Thiele of Perry.

Joe attended Perry Schools and graduated from high school in 1954. In his youth, he delivered the GRIT newspaper,...

Jul 20, 2025

Jodie Ferrell Carpenter, 78, of Plano, Texas, passed away peacefully on July 20, 2025.

Jodie was born on November 27, 1946, in Lookeba, Oklahoma. He was a member of the Choctaw Nation and spent most of his early life in Borger, Texas. In 1964, at the age of 18, he married the love of his life, Connie Nell, beginning a marriage...

Jul 20, 2025

Loretta Mae Spencer was born on August 7, 1946 in Terrell, Texas. She was one of twelve children born to G.W. and Minnie Latham. She went to be with the Lord in her Eternal home, on July 20, 2025.

Loretta spent most of her life as a homemaker. She held the great titles of a wife, mother, nana, sister and aunt....

Jul 19, 2025

Norma Jean (Bratcher) Weatherman born the second child to Shortie and Vera (Hunt) Bratcher on July 19, 1939. She was called to her heavenly home on her birthday 2025.

She is survived by her husband Rev. Lawrence Lee Weatherman, sisters Charlotte Wood of Eufaula, Oklahoma and Sandra Jantz and husband Steve of Yukon, Oklahoma, one step-son Lawrence (James) Weatherman and his...

Jul 19, 2025

Heaven has a new angel. Karen Marie Colombo, 83 of Plano TX passed on July 19, 2025. 

Karen was born to David Michael Seyller and Ethel Margaret Range-Seyller on November 30, 1941, in Elgin Il. Karen attended High School at Mount Saint Mary Academy in St. Charles IL. 

Karen and her husband Ray were married for over 65 years, never had a...

Jul 13, 2025

Herbert Reed was born on November 11, 1954, in Memphis, Tennessee, to the late Maggie Bell Reed and Robert Wade. From humble beginnings, Herbert lived a life full of strength, love, and purpose. 

He was a skilled welder by trade, known for his precision, craftsmanship, and work ethic. Outside of work, Herbert enjoyed traveling and, above all, spending time with his...

Jul 10, 2025

It is with great sadness that the family of Todd Courtney Brandon announces his passing on July 10, 2025, at the age of 64. Todd will be lovingly remembered by his son Ryan (Allison), and precious grandchildren Charlie and Deacon. He will be forever remembered by his mother Donna; his sister Stacy; and his brother Chris.A celebration of Todd's life...