Obituaries
Helen Louise Herod
Jun 6, 2024
Helen Louise was born March 22, 1931 to Jesse Eugene and Dennie Mae (Kinamon) Sartin, in Blue Ridge, Texas. She grew up on a farm, in Princeton, with an older sister. Helen characterized herself as a tomboy in school and broke her leg while jumping over a barrel with some boys. Her sister, Wanda, talked her into sticking her finger...
Porfirio Baldazo Perez
Jun 6, 2024
It is with profound sadness that we share the passing of our beloved father Porfirio (Pilo) Baldazo Perez who is now with the Lord on this day June 6th at the age of 80. He was surrounded by his loving family in his final moments.
He was a man of immense humor who truly lived life to the fullest through simple...
Glenn Keith Robertson
Jun 6, 2024
Glenn Keith Robertson, 80, passed away on June 6, 2024. He was born August 13, 1943 in Torrance, California to Buster Robertson and Bennie Newsom Robertson. He married Helen Schneider on March 11, 1967 in Slaton, Texas. He served in the Navy 1961-1966. After his enlistment he worked as a data processor for Centennial Liquor Stores. Glenn enjoyed fishing, Amazon...
Charlotte Ann Hines
Jun 5, 2024
Charlotte Hines, lovingly known as Ninja Granny, passed away on June 5th, 2024 at the age of 76. She was born on August 22, 1947, in South Bend, Indiana and most recently resided in Farmersville, Tx.
She had a deep passion for Elvis and country music, which she often enjoyed listening to. She found joy in playing solitaire, making floral arrangements...
Larry Joe Slaughter
Jun 5, 2024
Joe Slaughter, born December 2, 1948, peacefully passed away on June 5, 2024, at the age of 75. He had humble beginnings in Garland, TX, and attended South Garland High School, where he actively participated in FFA. Joe's journey led him to serve in the United States Army after being drafted in May 1968 during the Vietnam War. Rising to...
John Richard Spencer
Jun 4, 2024
John was born Aug. 2, 1965, in Tampa Florida and passed away on June 4, 2024, at the age of 58.
He is preceded in death by both his parents, Henry and Betty Spencer.
The eldest of two, he is survived by his sister Iris Spencer and wife Debra Spencer.
John has resided in the city of Princeton, Tx for the last 3...
Howard Wayne Williams
Jun 4, 2024
Howard Wayne Williams, known to many as Wayne, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather brother, and friend went to be with Jesus on June 4, 2024, in his hometown of McKinney, Texas. Born on March 21, 1949, in Dallas, Texas to Howard Jordan Williams and Gladys Marie Williams.Wayne proudly served in the Armed Forces and went on to own his...
Billy Ray McIntire
May 30, 2024
Billy Ray McIntire, a longtime resident of Garland, Texas died peacefully in his home in Royse City on May 30, 2024 at the age of 91. He was born March 14, 1933 in Garland, Texas. He worked as a Chief Systems Operator for the City of Garland, where he was employed for 45 years.
To honor his and his father’s combined...
Ida Holloway
May 28, 2024
Ida Holloway passed peacefully in her sleep on the evening of Tuesday May 28, at the age of 89. She left behind John Holloway, the love of her life and father of her 5 children: Randy (Tina), Ronda Fults (John), Larry (Theresa), Kevin (Karen) and John (Kimberly). She had 10 grandchildren, 17 great-grandchildren and 3 great-great-grandchildren.
Ida had 8 brothers and sisters,...
David Tolf Somerville
May 28, 2024
David Somerville, 86, passed away at home on May 28th, in Murphy, TX. Dave was born on July 30, 1937, in Chicago, IL to Thomas and Helen (née Tolf) Somerville. After graduating from Fenger High school in 1955, he received his undergraduate degree from Coe College in Iowa in math and physics. He then completed his graduate degree in...
William Edward Prindle
May 27, 2024
William Prindle, of Wylie, Texas, passed away May 27, 2024. He was born in Columbus, Ohio on July 15, 1952 to Theodore and Leatrice Streets Prindle.
William earned a Bachelor of Landscape Architecture and Environmental Planning from Utah State University an went on to earn a Masters of Architecture from the University of Colorado.
Through the years, William worked as a Director...
Joseph W. Rodriguez
May 26, 2024
Joseph W. Rodriguez, beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend passed away peacefully surrounded by family on Sunday, May 26, 2024 at Methodist Richardson Medical Center in Texas.
He was born in Niagara Falls, NY on November 27, 1937. He graduated from Bishop Duffy High School, Niagara University and University of Buffalo. He was a retired electrician after 41 years at...
Vernon Smith Benton
May 26, 2024
Vernon S. Benton, age 89 passed away May 26, 2024, at his residence in Grand Prairie, Texas. He is survived by his loving sons Vernon (Vicki) Benton, Rodger Benton, Jimmie (Denise) Benton; cherished grandchildren Gary Benton, Teri (Denny) Mauldin, Matthew (Gwendalyn) Benton, Jamie Jones, Rebekah Benton, Rachel (Emily) Davis, Samuel Benton, Shawna (Travis) Knox; and 14 great grandchildren. He was...
James Allen Jackson
May 25, 2024
James Allen Jackson, 69, of Melissa, TX, went to be with the Lord and Savior on May 25, 2024.
James was born January 22, 1955, in Port Arthur, TX to R.C. and Lois Jackson. After attending Thomas Jefferson High School in Port Arthur, TX, he enrolled at the University of Texas at Austin and graduated in 1977.
James enjoyed traveling, painting, and...
Kelly Wayne Morrison
May 25, 2024
Kelly Wayne Morrison, born on November 19, 1959, in St. Johns Hospital Tulsa, Oklahoma, peacefully passed away on May 25, 2024, at the age of 64 in Plano, Texas.Kelly was a friendly and outgoing individual who cherished his family and friends deeply. In his early adulthood, he was actively involved in the Plano Jaycees and was part of the "Cripple...
James Dennis Smith
May 25, 2024
JAMES DENNIS SMITH
(APRIL 5, 1947 – May 25, 2024)
He was a man known by many names: Jimmy, Twin, James Dennis Smith (when he really irked his mother-which he could often do), JimJerry, Jim, Mr. Smith, Coach Smith, Daddy/Dad, Gramps, and Mr. Jim.
Jimmy was born on April 5, 1947 as the elder (by...
Jason Wayne Whitley
May 24, 2024
Jason was born on December 20, 1977 and passed away on May 24, 2024 surrounded by his family. He is survived by his loving wife Lisa Whitley. He is also survived by Skylar Whitley, Haylee Whitley, Brenden Whitley, Carter Whitley, Lisa Whitley Witt, and Shirley Whitley. A memorial service will be held on Tuesday, May 28, 2024 at 7:00pm at...
Robert Allen Voigt
May 20, 2024
Robert Allen Voigt of McKinney, Texas, passed away, surrounded by his loved ones, on May 20,2024, at the age of 82. He was born August 8, 1941 in Chicago, Illinois, to Robert Walter Voigt and Jane Esther Kinney Voigt. His parents and younger brother, Keith, preceded him in death. He was a loving husband to Mary Lynn Voigt for 45...
Barbara Jean Abbott
May 19, 2024
Barbara Jean Justiss Abbott passed away peacefully in her home in Josephine, Texas on Sunday May 19, 2024. She was born March 1st, 1939 in Lavon, Texas to parents Helen and Jelly Justiss. She was raised in a loving Christian home with brother Randy and sister Cinda. She graduated from Community High School in 1957 and remained close with her...
Larry Ladelle Essary
May 15, 2024
American Patriot who loved his wife and dogs. They taught me unconditional love. Please feel free to contact Charles W. Smith and Sons Funeral Home for service information 972-414-5050.In lieu of flowers please consider a donation in Larry's honor to the American Heart Association.
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