Obituaries

Barbara Sharon Baas

Barbara Sharon Baas

Sep 10, 2025

Barbara Sharon Baas, a wife, mother, and friend, was born on February 7, 1945, in Birmingham, Alabama. She lived a life that embodied kindness, love, and strength —qualities that defined her both personally and professionally. After dedicating 50 years to a successful career in industrial sales, Barbara became known not only for her remarkable work ethic but also for her warmth...

Monroe Don Lingle

Monroe Don Lingle

Sep 5, 2025

Monroe Don Lingle, a cherished father, beloved brother, and true friend to many, departed this life on September 5, 2025, in Fort Worth, Texas. He was born on August 17, 1981, in Fort Worth. He was raised in Poolville. His kind spirit and light-hearted personality will forever remain etched in the hearts of all who knew him.

As a free-spirited man,...

Charles Lindon Sanders

Charles Lindon Sanders

Sep 5, 2025

Charles Lindon Sanders, 86, peacefully passed away, Friday, September 5, 2025, at home, surrounded by the love of his family. Born December 8, 1938, in Weatherford, he was the son of Jake and Elida (Chandler) Sanders, and grew up on the family farm in Poolville. His parents preceded him in death along with his brother, Chandler Sanders.

Charles dedicated his life...

LaJuana "LJ" Hartsock

LaJuana "LJ" Hartsock

Sep 4, 2025

LaJuana "LJ" Faye (Edrington) Hartsock, 90, peacefully passed away Thursday, September 4, 2025, at home, surrounded by the love of her family. Born on September 12, 1934, in Childress, she was the daughter of Ernest and Evelyn (Williams) Edrington, who along with her twin brother, Alton, and brother, Robert, preceded her in death.

LJ’s early years were spent in Childress, but...

Margala Faye Bryant

Margala Faye Bryant

Sep 4, 2025

Margala Faye Elbert Bryant, aged 67, affectionally known as “Gala” passed away peacefully, Thursday, September 4, 2025, in Bridgeport. Born on January 13, 1958, in Independence, Missouri, she was the cherished daughter of Richard Allen and Barbara Ann (McMillan) Elbert, both of whom preceded her in death, along with her sister, Nita and grandson, Billy Arvin III.

Gala spent her formative...

Linda Nell Satterwhite (Sellers)

Linda Nell Satterwhite (Sellers)

Sep 3, 2025

Linda Nell Satterwhite, born on July 30, 1949, in Fort Worth, Texas, peacefully left this world on September 3, 2025, in Azle, Texas. She was a beacon of love and kindness, whose sweet and loving nature touched the lives of all who knew her. Raised in Fort Worth, Linda exhibited a spirit of warmth and generosity that would define her...

Barbara Sue Lem

Barbara Sue Lem

Aug 24, 2025

Barbara Sue (Mooney) Davis Lem, born February 7, 1956, in Fort Worth, Texas, passed away peacefully on August 24, 2025, in her beloved hometown. A cherished member of her community, Barbara's life was defined by her deep commitment to family and her unwavering dedication to her work.

Growing up in Fort Worth, Barbara formed a lifelong bond with her childhood friend,...

Shirley Ann Burgess

Shirley Ann Burgess

Aug 24, 2025

Shirley Ann (Geneva) Burgess, 86, departed from this world peacefully in Bridgeport, leaving behind a legacy of love and cherished memories. Born on January 11, 1939, in Crowder, Oklahoma, she was the cherished daughter of Dennis Albert and Ruby (Wilson) Geneva, both of whom have since passed. Reunited with her beloved husband Lester Burgess, and her dear siblings - sisters...

Thomas Donald Minors

Thomas Donald Minors

Aug 23, 2025

Don passed away at the age of 86 in Chico, Texas, on August 23, 2025. He leaves behind his loving family in Texas, Oklahoma, South Carolina, friends and fellow veterans. Don had the heart of an angel and the Army vigor to take on any task. No task was ever too big or too small for him to handle. He...

Ronald Rodney Rieman

Ronald Rodney Rieman

Aug 16, 2025

Ronald "Ron" Rodney Rieman Jr., 69, of Fort Worth, Texas, passed away peacefully at his home in August 2025, taking his final flight.

Ron's journey began in Oregon, where his lifelong passion for aviation took root. At just 14, he joined the Civil Air Patrol, setting him on a course that would define his life. After graduating from Cottage Grove High...

Michael Charles Holtzman

Michael Charles Holtzman

Aug 14, 2025

Michael Charles Holtzman, a beloved husband, father, and friend, passed away peacefully on August 14, 2025, in Decatur, Texas, at the age of 75. Born on August 11, 1950, in Las Vegas, New Mexico, Michael's life journey was marked by his deep love for family, friends, and the pursuits he cherished.

Michael graduated from Lewisville High School in 1968, where he was an...

Michael Myron Blatnick, Jr.

Michael Myron Blatnick, Jr.

Aug 7, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Michael Myron Blatnick, who departed this life, Thursday, August 7, 2025, in the comfort of his home in Rhome, Texas. Born on December 31, 1937, in Akron, Ohio, Michael was the cherished son of Michael Myron Blatnick, Sr. and Sue (Baglash) Blatnick, both of whom have preceded him in...

Horace Edward Crouch

Horace Edward Crouch

Aug 6, 2025

Mr. Horace Edward Crouch, affectionately known as "Bud," passed away peacefully, Wednesday, August 6, 2025, in Decatur at the age of 82. He was born on April 4, 1943, in Botetourt, Virginia, to Joseph and Ludie Kathleen (Clark) Crouch, both of whom preceded him in death.

A celebration of his life will be held Sunday, October 19, 2025 from 1 p.m...

Jonathan Lynn Roberts

Jonathan Lynn Roberts

Aug 5, 2025

Jonathan Lynn Roberts, 52, passed away, unexpectedly, Tuesday, August 5, 2025 at home. He was born March 12, 1973 in North Richland Hills to Jackie Lee Roberts and Lois Marie (Davis) Roberts. They both preceded him in death along with his uncle, Charles Roberts. Jon was a carpenter for the majority of his life. There wasn't a thing he couldn't...

Robert Gene Farmer

Robert Gene Farmer

Aug 2, 2025

Robert Gene Farmer, 83, unexpectedly passed away, Saturday, August 2, 2025, in Gainesville. Born on August 5, 1941, in Belton, Texas, he was the son of George V. and Love May (Ratliff) Farmer, both of whom preceded him in death. He was also predeceased by his beloved wife, Reta (Carroll) Farmer, as well as his brothers Dean, R.B., Franklin, and...

Ben E Snodgrass

Ben E Snodgrass

Aug 2, 2025

Ben E. Snodgrass, 72, of Springtown, Texas, passed away peacefully, August 2, 2025. Born on April 5, 1953, in Brownwood, Texas, to Benjiman and Pearlee Snodgrass, Ben lived a life marked by quiet strength, unwavering loyalty, and deep love for his family, friends, hunting, fishing and football.

A true Texan at heart, Ben was a lifelong fan of the Dallas Cowboys...

Melvin E Zachary

Melvin E Zachary

Aug 2, 2025

Melvin Edward Zachary, affectionately known as "Zach," was born on March 15, 1943, in King City, California. He was the youngest of four children born to Willie Chester "W.C." Zachary and Thelma (Whitmire) Zachary. Melvin graduated from Princeton High School in 1962 and married his beloved wife, Neoma Laverne Murphree, on June 20, 1964, in Collin County, Texas.

Melvin served his...

Eva K Howe

Eva K Howe

Jul 31, 2025

Eva "Evita" K. (Garza) Howe, 65, passed away peacefully, Thursday, July 31, 2025, in Springtown. She was born on October 1, 1959, in Wellington, Texas to Noe and Paula (Renteria) Garcia, both of whom have preceded her in death.

Affectionately known as "Evita," she spent her formative years in Parker County and was a deeply devoted mother and grandmother. Her zest...

Laverne Zachary

Laverne Zachary

Jul 30, 2025

Neoma Laverne (Murphree) Zachary, affectionately known as Laverne, was born on August 14, 1943, in Dallas, Texas, to Mamie Agnes (Glass) and Jessie Bynum Murphree. She graduated from South Oak Cliff High School in 1962 and, at the age of 20, married the love of her life, Melvin Edward Zachary, on June 20, 1964, in Collin County, Texas. Laverne and...