All Obituaries
David Craig Carpenter
Jul 18, 2025
David Craig Carpenter Sr., 65, passed away peacefully on July 18, 2025, at his home in Canton, Texas, while holding the hand of his beloved wife, Donna Carpenter.
David was born on June 29, 1960, in Garland, Texas, to Gan and Lela Carpenter. He was raised in Balch Springs, where he played football and sang in the Mesquite All-Boys Choir. Following...
Erma Aline Smith
Jul 14, 2025
Erma Aline Smith, age 86, passed away on July 14, 2025, in Tyler, Texas. She was born on September 7, 1938, in Stonewall County, Texas to parents Marvin and Erma (Green) Brasher.
Aline, her sister, and two brothers pulled cotton for their daddy. She was a hard worker and very strong. Aline married her husband Wayne at the age of 15,...
Samuel Franklin Loyd
Jul 14, 2025
Samuel Franklin Loyd, lovingly known as Sam, Sammy, and Uncle Sam, passed away on July 14, 2025 in Tyler, Texas at the age of 91. Born on February 14, 1934 in Muscotah, Kansas, Sam lived a long and full life defined by hard work, unwavering love for his family, a sharp wit, and a spirit that never met a stranger.
With...
David Carl Bullard, Sr.
Jul 10, 2025
David Carl Bullard, Sr., born May 31, 1950, in Kemp, Texas, passed away the afternoon of July 10, 2025, in Athens, Texas, while surrounded by loved ones and family.
David served in the United States Army under a "personal invitation" by sitting President Nixon in 1969, where he saw active duty in Vietnam and received an honorable discharge in 1971. Upon...
Philip Dwayne Morgan
Jul 8, 2025
Philip Dwayne Morgan, age 62, passed away on July 8, 2025, in Tyler, Texas. He was born on October 19, 1962, in Dallas, Texas, to parents Freddie Gene and Rosie Mae (Franklin) Morgan.
Ted William Perdue
Jul 7, 2025
Ted William Perdue, age 56, passed away on July 7, 2025, in Tyler, Texas. He was born May 11, 1969, in Long Beach, California.
From California his family moved to Poplar Bluff, Missouri, where he spent most of his adolescent years until he moved to Kanas with his brother Glenn to help take care of his adopted mom and dad. Ted...
Rosa Marie McGuire
Jul 1, 2025
Rosa Marie McGuire, age 78, passed away on July 1, 2025, in Longview, Texas. She was born on August 11, 1946, in Dallas, Texas, to parents Charles and Florence (Chandler) Dailey.
Marie had a passion for fishing, often spending time by the water, where she found joy and peace. She was also known for her competitive nature, especially when it came...
Robert Elvin Slovacek
Jun 30, 2025
Robert Elvin Slovacek, age 85, passed away on June 30, 2025, in Gun Barrel City, Texas. He was born on March 16, 1940.
Sherry Kay Crites
Jun 29, 2025
Sherry Kay Crites, age 75, passed away on June 29, 2025, in Tyler, Texas. She was born on January 23, 1950, in Houston, Texas.
The obituary is pending at this time.
Penny Marie Ward Duncan
Jun 27, 2025
Penny Marie Ward, age 68, passed away on June 27, 2025 in Tyler, Texas. She was born on May 29, 1957, in Morton, Mississippi to parents Richard Jay and Thelma (Gilbert) Spears.
Penny Marie Ward Duncan, a cherished member of her community and beloved by those who knew her, passed away on June 27, 2025, at the age of 68. Born...
Arlene Dawdy
Jun 27, 2025
Melvia Arlene Starr-Dawdy was born on October 7, 1941, in Ennis, Texas; to parents Ulric and Lurlene Starr. She passed away on June 27, 2025 at the age of 83, in Gun Barrel City, Texas.
Arlene was an active member of church, a very devoted Christian. She was full of love and cherished her family.
Arlene is preceded in death by, her...
Patricia Helen Goad
Jun 26, 2025
Patricia Helen Goad, age 80, passed away on June 26, 2025, in Jacksonville, Texas. She was born on December 17, 1944, in Arlington, Texas to parents Delbert Cecil and Ida Mae (Hadley) Sanders.
Patricia absolutely loved to reminisce and to chit chat with friends and family, it was her favorite thing to do. There wasn't a gathering where she wouldn't share...
Billie Jo Russell
Jun 26, 2025
Miss Billie Jo Russell, age 94, passed away peacefully at her home in Seven Points, Texas, and went to be with the Lord on June 26, 2025. She was born on July 18, 1930, in Steele, Alabama, to parents John Thomas Allen and Ollie Maude Brock.
Billie Jo had a zest for life that was evident in everything she did. She...
Richard Wayne Wilson
Jun 24, 2025
Richard Wayne Wilson, age 57, was born on June 2, 1968, in Mesquite, Texas, to parents Richard Arthur and Judy Ellen (Ivy) Wilson.
Richard loved life and all the experiences he gained throughout the years. He was always on the go, indulging in his many hobbies. Racing wasn’t just a pastime for Richard; it was a passion that fueled his spirit....
Anthony Due West
Jun 21, 2025
Anthony Due West, 74, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, June 21, 2025, at his residence in Gun Barrel City, TX.
Due, as he was always known, was born on July 17, 1950, to Robert (Bob) and Lorraine (Pete) West in Dallas, TX. He was the youngest of three siblings, with older sisters Cassandra and Victoria. Coming from a lineage of Texas...
Mardy Ann Hardin
Jun 12, 2025
Mardy Ann Hardin, age 85, passed away on June 12, 2025, in Mabank, Texas. She was born on September 19, 1939, in Chaleur, Canada to parents Mr. and Mrs. Gaston.
Mardy is survived by her nephew, Gene Olsen and wife Alicia of Mabank, Texas; great-nephew, Carson Olsen of Mabank, Texas; great-nephew, Terry Olsen of Mabank, Texas. As well as numerous friends,...
Richard Alan Zafarano
Jun 9, 2025
Richard Alan Zafarano, age 47, was born February 11, 1978, in Dallas, Texas, to Richard James Zafarano and Debra Kay Harris Zafarano. Richard left this world to be with the good Lord June 9, 2025, with his loving family surrounding him.
Richard started his career as a truck driver with his dad. Next, he had the opportunity to drive the equipment...
Jerry Lynn Moorhead
Jun 8, 2025
Jerry Lynn Moorhead, age 72, went home to be with his Lord and Savior peacefully at his home in Gun Barrel City, Texas on June 8, 2025. He was born on July 1, 1952 in Roswell, New Mexico to Parents Sam and Christine Moorhead.
Jerry was from a multigenerational cattle ranching family in New Mexico. He was a rancher for many...
Robert Dale Hogue
Jun 1, 2025
Robert Dale Hogue, age 67, passed away on June 1, 2025, at his home in Kemp, Texas. He was born on February 2, 1958 in Indianapolis, Indiana to parents Billy Charles and Ruby Katherine (Fritch) Hogue.
Charles Alan Webster
May 22, 2025
Charles Alan Webster, age 65, passed away on May 22, 2025. He was born on July 3, 1957, in Leadville, Colorado to Charles John Webster and Maewin Ann Rader.
