All Obituaries
Lola Raye (Miller) Traffanstedt
Oct 30, 2025
Lola Raye (Miller) Traffanstedt, age 64, passed away on October 30, 2025 in Kemp, Texas. She was born on August 1, 1961, in Whitehall, WI to parents Louis Charles and Donna Mae (Muller) Miller.
The obituary is pending at this time.
Patrick Robert Hartnett
Oct 29, 2025
Patrick Robert Hartnett, age 71, passed away on October 29, 2025, in Mabank, Texas. He was born on July 18, 1954, in Sioux City, Iowa to parents Raymond and Mary (Maun) Hartnett.
The obituary is pending at this time.
Opal Louise Odom
Oct 29, 2025
Opal Louise Odom, age 77, of Kemp, Texas, passed away on October 29, 2025. She was born on October 7, 1948, in Dallas, Texas, to Allie and Louise (Parish) Vess.
Opal attended cosmetology school and later pursued a career in the medical field, specializing in billing until her retirement. She was known for her kindness, selflessness, and deep devotion to her...
Ronnie J. Preston
Oct 14, 2025
Ronnie J. Preston, age 69, passed away on October 14, 2025, in Trinidad, Texas. He was born on March 12, 1956, in Dallas, Texas to parents James and Eva (Bechtol) Preston.
Ronnie pursued interests that brought him excitement and relaxation. He especially enjoyed gambling, frequently visiting casinos where he could try his luck and enjoy the thrill of the game. These...
Justin Lee Patrick
Oct 7, 2025
Justin Lee Patrick, age 40, passed away on October 7, 2025 in Gun Barrel City, Texas. He was born on November 8, 1984, in Dallas, Texas to parents William Jerry and Tammie Marie (Sloan) Patrick.
Justin was known for his friendly and easy-going personality, which made him a joy to be around. He loved meeting people and cherished the time spent...
Bobby Don Everett
Oct 5, 2025
Bobby Don Everett, age 75, passed away on October 5, 2025, at his home in Mabank, Texas. He was born on September 17, 1950, in Dallas, Texas to parents Bobby Joe and Billie Pat (Avant) Everett.
Baldemar Estrada
Sep 30, 2025
Baldemar Estrada, age 52, entered into eternal rest on September 30, 2025. He was born on February 17, 1973, in La Paz, Gran Morelos, Mexico to Jose Angel Estrada and the late Maria Guillermina Estrada.
Though most knew him as Baldemar, to his mom and cousins he was simply “Baly” a nickname that now brings comfort and sweet remembrance.
Baldemar had a...
"Chigger" Freddie Brim
Sep 30, 2025
Freddie “Chigger” Brim, age 59, of Ennis, Texas, passed away on September 30, 2025, in Tyler, Texas. He was born on July 6, 1966, in Ennis, Texas, to Freddie Leo Sr. and Billie Lavonne (Hullshouser) Brim.
Freddie was a true enthusiast of life. He loved to ride motorcycles and work on vehicles, he loved his animals, including his favorite dog, Harley...
Reuben Morgan
Sep 28, 2025
Reuben Morgan, age 79, passed away on September 28, 2025, in Mabank, Texas. He was born on August 23, 1946, in Dallas, Texas to parents Reuben and Yvonna (Wymack) Morgan.
Stella Jean Castro
Sep 27, 2025
Stella Jean Castro, age 82, passed away on September 27, 2025, in Gun Barrel City, Texas. She was born in Lebanon, Indiana, on July 15, 1943, to parents Edgar and Pauline Pauley.
Stella worked as an electronics technician, with E.G&G and worked at Bally's gaming in Las Vegas. Stella was the youngest of four girls and approached life with a very...
Roy Lynn Mills
Sep 24, 2025
Roy Mills, 80, of Tool, TX died September 24, 2025.
Roy was a 1963 graduate of Mabank High School. He and his brother Bill enlisted in the US Navy together in 1964 during the Vietnam War. Although together in basic training, togetherness ended there. Roy served out his 5 years of Naval service with two assignments, both overseas - London, England...
Jesus Sanchez
Sep 18, 2025
Jesus Arturo Sanchez-Castillo, age 64, passed away on September 18, 2025, in Dallas, Texas. He was born on December 14, 1960, in Chihuahua, Mexico, to parents Jose Sanchez and Elena Castillo.
Jesus was a remarkable truck driver, known for his skill both on the highways of the United States and throughout Mexico. Those who knew him often referred to him as...
Joseph Morneault
Sep 16, 2025
Joseph Omer Roland Morneault, 89, of Crockett, TX passed away on September 16, 2025. Joseph was born on May 6, 1936, to Thomas and Yvonne Morneau in Berlin, NH. He was raised first in Berlin, New Hampshire, then in Biddeford, Maine before joining the military. He served in the Air Force from 1954-1960. Joseph met Clara Maye Fern Morneault at...
Amanda Mainell Sanders
Sep 8, 2025
Amanda Mainell Sanders, 52, of Cedar Creek Lake, Texas, passed away on September 8, 2025, surrounded by the love of her family. Born on November 30, 1972, in Dallas, Texas, to Jaine Katherine Sanders and Benjamin Leroy Sanders, Amanda was a bright light in the lives of all who knew her.
For over 30 years, Amanda dedicated herself to a career...
Beverly K. Thomas
Aug 31, 2025
Beverly Kay Thomas, age 75, passed away on August 31, 2025, in Tool, Texas. She was born in Dallas, Texas, on December 20, 1949, to parents Fred Thomas and Dessie (Mason) Thomas.
Katie L. Cook
Aug 24, 2025
Katie Lynn Cook, age 69, passed away on August 24, 2025, in Tyler, Texas. She was born in Dallas, Texas on February 1, 1956, to parents Imogene Ethal (Carroll) and Robert Edward Cook, Sr.
Katie was truly a gem, a shining star with a heart as big as Texas, who left an unforgettable mark on everyone lucky enough to know her....
Michael David Watson, Sr.
Aug 17, 2025
Michael David Watson, Sr., age 84, passed away on August 17, 2025, in Eustace, Texas. He was born on May 27, 1941, in Middletown, Ohio, to parents Vernon and Joan (Holweger) Watson.
Michael is preceded in death by his parents, Vernon and Joan Watson; son, Michael David Watson, Jr.; and son, Matthew Scott Watson.
Michael is survived by his wife of 62...
Gailia "Ruth" Wyatt
Aug 13, 2025
Gailia "Ruth" Wyatt, age 84, passed away on August 13, 2025, in Gun Barrel City, Texas. She was born in Kinmundy, Illinois, on November 15, 1940, to parents Louis and Bertha (Elledge) Sutton.
After graduating from Hobbs, New Mexico, Ruth carved out a successful career as an accountant in the oil field. Her keen attention to detail and dedication to her...
John Lawrence Miller
Aug 9, 2025
John Lawrence Miller, age 63, passed away on August 9, 2025, in Tyler, Texas. He was born on December 12, 1961, in Dallas, Texas, to parents Lawrence and Carolyn (Gann) Miller.
John was a lifelong resident of Texas, where he graduated from D.W. Carter High School in 1980. His journey through life was marked by a big personality, a vibrant spirit...
Gloria Crowhurst
Aug 6, 2025
Gloria Crowhurst, age 76, passed away on August 6, 2025, in Kaufman, Texas. She was born on June 2, 1949, to parents Lee and Arawana (Litherland) Wilcox.
Gloria had a special fondness for old television shows, and many will remember her passion for classic series such as Gunsmoke and Highway Patrol. These programs provided her with joy and a sense of...
