Obituaries

Beatriz Ortiz

Beatriz Ortiz

Jul 29, 2026

Mrs. Beatriz C (Capriotti) Ortiz, 91, passed into the arms of Jesus on Wednesday, July 29, 2026, in Decatur. She was born September 9, 1934, to Eduardo Capriotti and Carmen (Lara) Capriotti in Colombia. Beatriz was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Rev. Reyes Ortiz Parada; and son-in-law Eddie Monteagudo

Beatriz was a woman of great faith. She was...

Mary Jean Alexander McCraw

Mary Jean Alexander McCraw

Jul 28, 2026

Mary Jean Alexander McCraw, 89, a homemaker, passed away, peacefully, Tuesday, July 28, 2026 in Fort Worth. She was born June 15, 1937 in Fort Worth. Her father, James Rolene Alexander, Sr. and mother, Ella Marie Day and her husband, James Day preceded her in death. Also preceding her in death are her husband of 60 years, David Eugene McCraw;...

Carloyn Louise Shannon

Carloyn Louise Shannon

Jul 26, 2026

Celebration of life will be held at the family's residence, Sunday, August 2, 2026 starting at 2 p.m.. Please contact the family for location.

Carolyn Louise (Elsberry) Shannon, 72, a loving mother, grandmother and great grandmother, passed away, Sunday, July 26, 2026 in Fort Worth after a brief illness. She was born July 6, 1954 in Douglas, Nebraska to Fay D....

William Lynn Cox

William Lynn Cox

Jul 22, 2026

At the families request there will not be an obituary.  

Services will be private.

Sara Lender

Sara Lender

Jul 22, 2026

A celebration of life will be held at a later date to be determined by the family.

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, Sara Lender. Sara was born on October 4, 1943, in West Newton, Pennsylvania, and passed away peacefully on July 22, 2026, at the age of 82, with...

Mary Darlene Holmes

Mary Darlene Holmes

Jul 20, 2026

Life long area resident Mary Darlene Holmes passed into the arms of Jesus on July 20, 2026. Born November 29, 1938, she attended Springtown schools before marrying the love of her life, Kenneth Holmes in 1956. She was a loving and devoted mother to six sons and faithful friend to all who knew her. She was a longstanding member of...

Elaine Verdin

Elaine Verdin

Jul 18, 2026

A private service  will be held for Mrs. Elaine (Perry) Verdin, 87, who passed away Saturday, July 18, 2026, in Decatur. She was born July 6, 1939, to Ivery Perry Sr. and Grace (Stafford) Perry in Crowley, LA. Elaine is preceded in death by her Parents; husband, Adam Joseph Verdin; brothers, Kenneth Perry, Preston Perry, John Henry Perry, George Alton...

Georgia Ann Whatley

Georgia Ann Whatley

Jul 17, 2026

Georgia Ann (Murray) Whatley, 84, passed away Friday, July 17, 2026, at her home in Boyd. She was born November 1, 1941, to James Sylvester Murray Sr. and Nancy Irene (Keener) Murray. She is preceded in death by her parents; grandmother, Martha Kenner; daughter, Cathy Lynn Whatley Acree; brother, James S. Murray Jr.; sister, Linda Malone; and brother-in-law, Casey Malone.

Georgia...

Royce Doyle Greenhouse

Royce Doyle Greenhouse

Jul 15, 2026

Royce Doyle Greenhouse, born July 25, 1931. In Briscoe, Texas. Parents: Thomas Aubrey Greenhouse & Orville McCasland Greenhouse.

One sister, Virginia Carol Greenhouse Mixon; one nephew, Miles Lee Mixon ( both from Dumas). One son, deceased, Brian Wade Greenhouse; one great-niece, Abbie Hope Mixon of Dumas. Graduated from Mobeetie High School in Mobeetie, TX. Served in the US Marines 1952-1954. Passed...

Darrell Moffett

Darrell Moffett

Jul 14, 2026

No public service for Darrell Clinton Moffett, 75, who passed away Tuesday, July 14, 2026, in Fort Worth, TX. He was born April 6, 1951, in Fort Worth, TX, to Herman Leo Moffett and Etta Lou (Bettis) Moffett. Darrell is preceded in death by his parents and sister, Carroleen Moffett.



Darrell was a kind and loving man. He loved his family....

Tony Eugene Carpenter

Tony Eugene Carpenter

Jul 10, 2026

Tony Eugene Carpenter, 60, passed away Friday, July 10, 2026, at his home in Fort Worth. He was born on December 16, 1965, in Holdenville, Oklahoma, to Hobert Eugene Carpenter and Betty (Walton) Carpenter. Tony was preceded in death by his wife, Sommay Carpenter; father, Gene Carpenter; and brother, Hobert Carpenter.

Tony was raised in North Richland Hills and graduated from...

Dayle Franklin Courts

Dayle Franklin Courts

Jul 8, 2026

Dayle Franklin Courts, 82, passed away, Wednesday, July 8, 2026 in Mineral Wells. He was born October 17, 1943 in Windom, Minnesota to Franklin and Alice (Groman) Courts. They both preceded him in death along with his daughter, Lisa Courts and brother, John Courts. Dayle grew up in Jeffers, Minnesota where he graduated from high school. He went on to...

Charles Lynn Young

Charles Lynn Young

Jul 7, 2026

Charles Lynn Young, 73, fell asleep in the arms of his Lord and Savior, Tuesday, July 7, 2026 in Decatur, Texas. He was born October 23, 1952 in Waxahachie, Texas and at a young age was adopted. He grew up in the Saint Jo area, attended school and was a longtime member of the Saint Jo Church of Christ. He...

Robin Ann Freed

Robin Ann Freed

Jul 7, 2026

There are no public services scheduled for Robin Ann (Solomon) Freed, 69, who passed away, Tuesday, July 7, 2026 at home surrounded by those that love her. She was born July 18, 1956 in Torrance, California. Robin worked in education. She had a love for the outdoors, working in the garden, was a beekeeper and enjoyed raising chickens and crocheting....

Melinda Jean Shipman

Melinda Jean Shipman

Jul 6, 2026

Melinda Jean (West) Shipman, 63, passed away, Monday, July 6, 2026 in Fort Worth. She was born January 31, 1963 in Coffeyville, Kansas to Mendal Eugene and Henrietta (Buriss) West. They both preceded her in death. Melinda grew up in Coffeyville and love to sing gospel music. She also loved to garage sale and loved collecting coffee cups, teacups an...

Jennifer Lynn Foster

Jennifer Lynn Foster

Jul 4, 2026

Jennifer Lynn (Hunt) Foster, 43, passed away, Saturday, July 4, 2026 in Amarillo. She was born April 5, 1983 in Carlsbad, New Mexico to Aubrey and Verna (Hughes) Hunt. She is preceded in death by her sister, Jodie Milligan, and grandparents, Robert Hoke and Earl and Doris Hughes. Jennifer grew up in New Mexico, Oklahoma and Texas. After graduating she...

Ann Nell Moyer

Ann Nell Moyer

Jul 4, 2026

Ann Nell (Alexander) Moyer, 93, of Paradise, Texas, passed away peacefully at home on Saturday, July 4, 2026, surrounded by the family she loved so deeply.

Ann was born on June 22, 1933, in Wellington, Texas, to Alfred D. Alexander and Willie (Graham) Alexander. She was the eleventh of twelve children, growing up in a large family that taught her the...

Harry Leo Grape

Harry Leo Grape

Jun 29, 2026

Mr. Harry Leo Grape, 84, passed away Monday, June, 29,2026 at his home in Azle, surrounded by his family. He was born February 24, 1942, to Charlie S. Grape and Pearl Grape in Dover, Oklahoma. Harry was preceded in death by his parents and his wife, Eva (Lynn) Grape.

Harry grew up in Dover, Oklahoma, and graduated from Dover High School....

Douglas Wayne Meinerts

Douglas Wayne Meinerts

Jun 27, 2026

Mr. Douglas Wayne Meinerts, 57, passed away Saturday, June 27, 2026, at his home in Springtown. He was born January 27, 1969, to Carlos Dean Meinerts and Norma Jean (Finley) Meinerts in Killeen, TX. His parents preceded him in death.

Douglas grew up an Army brat, moving around the country. He finally settled in Springtown, where he met the love of...