Obituaries
Stanley Merle Biel
Jun 25, 2025
Stanley Merle Biel, of Lavon, Texas, passed away peacefully in his sleep on June 25th, 2025, at the age of 85.
Born on December 12th, 1939, in Artas, South Dakota. Early in his life, Stanley proudly served his country in the Navy aboard the USS Midway.
Stanley dedicated much of his life to working with heavy equipment, helping to build roads and...
Elree Griffin
Jun 25, 2025
D. Elree Griffin, Jr., age 85, of Rowlett, Texas, passed away on June 24, 2025 after a long and hard fight with Dementia.
Elree was born on January 7, 1940, in Waco, Texas, to Devotie and Viola Griffin. He graduated from Lorena High School in 1959 and went on to complete two years of college, including mortuary school, laying the foundation...
John William Wester
Jun 23, 2025
John William Wester Sr. of Quitman, Texas passed away peacefully in the early hours of June 23, 2025 in Tyler, TX.
John William, better known as JW, was born to Albert and Christine Wester on July 27, 1939 in Horatio, Arkansas. He was the first born of seven children. They moved back and forth from Arkansas to Texas until they finally...
Aimee McDaniel
Jun 23, 2025
Aimee Michelle McDaniel of Nevada born August 2. 1973, parents Reba & James Webb. Aimee, passed away peacefully in Plano June 23, 2025
Aimee, loved all children; while raising her small children, she opened Aimee’s Angels Day care in Wolfe City. Aimee was blessed with an amazing creative talent sharing her talent with children and adults. Crafting and Art was her...
Ron Willis
Jun 21, 2025
Ronald Lynn Willis, age 89, of Garland, Texas, passed away peacefully at home on June 21, 2025.
Ron was born on December 12, 1935, and lived a full and faithful life marked by dedication to his family, service to others, and a passion for his community. He graduated from Garland High School in 1954 and earned his degree from Baylor University...
Stephen Thomas Howell
Jun 20, 2025
Stephen Thomas Howell was the beloved son of the late Francis Marion “Yank” Howell and the late Katherine Thomas Howell. He graduated from Pittsburg High School in 1968; earned a Bachelor of Science Degree on December 22, 1972; East Texas State University; earned a Master of Education degree May 12, 1979; East Texas State University, Commerce, TX. Microsoft Certified Systems...
Charles "Chuck" David Cummins
Jun 20, 2025
Charles "Chuck" Cummins was born on September 13, 1968 and passed away on June 20, 2025.
He is survived by his son Joshua Cummins and wife Cheyenne, granddaughter Parker Marie Cummins, mother Shirley Taylor and stepfather Larry Taylor, father Charles Harris and wife Connie Harris, sister Paula Johnson and her husband Carey Johnson, nephew Christopher Johnson and his wife Erika Johnson,...
Mary Elaine Lewis
Jun 18, 2025
Mary Elaine Lewis age 77, of Princeton TX went home to meet the Lord on Wednesday, June 18th 2025. Mary passed away at her home, surrounded by the people she loved. Mary was born in Hot Springs Arkansas on February 22nd, 1948 to Mary Virginia and Carl T. Foster. Mary resided in Arkansas until the 1980’s after which time she...
Kelli Renae Breshers
Jun 18, 2025
On June 18, 2025, heaven gained a beautiful angel with the passing of Kelli Renae Breshers. Kelli was born May 31, 1967, in Abilene, Texas, to Bobby Glenn Rains and Barbara Ann Rains. Born with the most beautiful blonde hair she was referred to as their “Golden haired child.”
Kelli had many talents, but was well known for her ability to...
Hani Sabra Mohsene
Jun 17, 2025
Hani Mohsene was born in Kuwait on December 7, 1962. He is the first child to his parents Ghada and Saber Mohsene. He came to the USA, Tyler, TX in 1983 to go to school. Hani later moved to the Dallas area where he got married and worked in the industry, he loved the most, the food service industry. He...
Steven Focke
Jun 17, 2025
Steven Lane Focke passed away on June 17, 2025 in Dallas, Texas. He worked for many years at Toys-R-Us, had his own landscaping business, and worked at Emmit's Place prior to his retirement. Steve leaves behind a wife, Kathe, daughter, Ashley, son-in-law Jason, and granddaughter Quinn, and brothers Mike and John. He was preceded in death by his parents Charlotte...
George Robert Cummings, Jr.
Jun 17, 2025
George Robert Cummings Jr., born October 29, 1944, affectionately known as “Papa”, passed away peacefully on June 17, 2025 at the age of 80, leaving behind a legacy of love and family. He was the devoted widower of Marsha Kay Cummings, and the beloved son of the late George R. Cummings Sr. and Sudi Baker Cummings.
Together for nearly 52 years,...
Marc Lister
Jun 17, 2025
Marc Lister was born on January 9, 1968, in Dallas, Texas to Willie and Vera Lister.
He accepted Christ at an early age—baptized and a member of Golden Gate Missionary Baptist Church. Marc attended Bishop Dunne High School, as well as Kimball High School. He continued his education at Mountain View College and Texas Southern University. Marc received an Associate in...
Marco Antonio Cruz Calzada
Jun 14, 2025
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved family member, Marco Antonio Cruz Calzada, who passed on June 14, 2025.
Marco was born on February 15, 1983. He was a selfless man who embraced everything and everyone with open arms and heart. He loved his family so much and he made sure they knew it daily....
Michael Halvorson
Jun 13, 2025
In Loving Memory of Michael Halvorson
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Michael “Mike” Halvorson, a cherished individual whose presence brought joy, happiness, and inspiration to all fortunate enough to know him.
Life Overview
Michael Halvorson was born on November 30, 1973, in Houston, Texas. Over the course of 51 years, he lived a life filled with love and unforgettable memories....
Jose Luis Payan
Jun 13, 2025
It is with a sad and heavy heart that we announce the passing of Jose Luis Payan (Joe.) He passed away June 13, 2025. Joe was born July 29, 1962 to his parents Jose and Gabina Payan. He is forever a blessing to those who had the honor to be a part of his life.
Joe was a loving, caring and...
Michael Jay Jennings
Jun 11, 2025
Michael Jay Jennings, 56, of Liberty Hill, Texas, passed away on June 11th, 2025, after a hard-fought battle with cancer. He was surrounded by his wife, children, grandchildren, and sisters, and passed in the comfort of his own home. Michael was born on December 30th, 1968, in Hurst, Texas to the late Barbara Grogan and Gene Jennings. He grew up...
Michael Dean Hanson
Jun 9, 2025
Michael Dean Hanson, affectionately known as Mike, rode into this world on two wheels on January 27, 1965, in the small town of Wasco, California. On June 9, 2025, he left us at the age of 60, leaving behind a legacy of love, laughter, and perhaps a few unfinished projects in his garage.
Mike grew up with a wrench in his...
Robert Glenn Jones
Jun 6, 2025
On Friday, June 6, 2025, Robert Glenn “Bob” Jones passed away peacefully at the age of 89 in Dallas, TX. Bob also began his life in Dallas, born to Robert D. Jones and Velda Hanby Jones on February 6, 1936.
He was raised in Mesquite, TX until the age of 15 when he moved with his family to Houston. After graduating...
Mary Christine Lester
Jun 6, 2025
Mary Christine Lester (Hudson)
Born September 8, 1939, Detroit, Texas
Died June 6, 2025
Raised in Childress, Texas
Husband: Neil Lester (1976)
Son: James Clough
Foster daughters: Niki Moeller; Leah Givens
Foster grandsons: Nolan Givens; Parker Givens
Mary was preceded in death by:
Father: Elmer (Pete) Hudson
Mother: Lucile Hudson
Brothers: James Hudson, John (JT) Hudson
Grandmother: Fannie Emmert
She earned a bachelor’s degree in mathematics, then taught High School Mat for 20...
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