All Obituaries


Sherrie Justine Luman

Sherrie Justine Luman

May 22, 2023

It is with deep sorrow and heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Sherrie Mixon Luman.

Sherrie Justine Luman passed away surrounded by her loved ones on May 22, 2023, at her home in Mabank, Texas, after losing her battle to cancer.

Sherrie’s greatest love was spending time with her family. What she really enjoyed the most in life was...

Barbara Walker

Barbara Walker

May 12, 2023

Barbara Walker was born to T.M. and Sally (Burns) Coleman on June 29, 1943, in Annona, TX.  Barbara passed away on May 12, 2023, in Tyler, Texas.

Blake Alexander Branton

Blake Alexander Branton

May 11, 2023

Blake Alexander Branton passed away on May 11, 2023, in Washington, D.C. Blake was born to Shane and Julie Branton on August 8, 1991, in Terrell, TX.

Blake graduated from the Air Force Academy in 2014 and had been serving our country since graduation.

Blake leaves behind his wife, Letitia Branton; his son, Brooks Alan; and his daughter, Collins Grace....

Rex Roland Criggar

Rex Roland Criggar

May 5, 2023

Rex Roland Criggar passed away on May 5, 2023, in Plano, Texas. Rex was born to Ollie and Helen (Politte) Criggar on September 13, 1945, in Dallas, TX. 

Earl Laird Key

Earl Laird Key

May 5, 2023

Earl Laird Key was born to Earl and Barbara (Dickard) Key on June 24, 1946, in Travis, TX.  Earl passed away on May 5, 2023, in Tool, Texas.

Earl enjoyed a lifelong career as a Master Electrician. He never met a stranger and was always willing to lend a helping hand and share his knowledge with others. Earl had a passion...

Billy Joe Johnson

Billy Joe Johnson

Apr 30, 2023

Billy J. Johnson passed away on April 30, 2023, in Athens, Texas. Billy was born on July 2, 1937, in Marston, MO.

At the age of 18, in 1955, Billy enlisted in the United States Navy where he served more than twenty-one years of faithful and honorable service. During that time Billy earned his GED and was awarded several medals. One of...

Johnnie Lee Dasher

Johnnie Lee Dasher

Apr 30, 2023

Johnnie Lee Dasher was born to Charles and Helen (Chappell) Dasher on January 15, 1956, in San Antonio, TX.  Johnnie passed away on April 30, 2023, in Mabank, Texas.

Johnnie spent his early childhood with boxing medals, belt awards for bull riding, learning about horticulture. Johnnie graduated from college with a bachelor’s degree and joined the US Navy where he...

Lanny Upchurch

Lanny Upchurch

Apr 27, 2023

Lanny Upchurch was born to Henrey and Mayrene (Samuels) Upchurch on August 5, 1949, in Waxachie,TX.  Lanny passed away on April 27, 2023, in Mabank, Texas.

Maxine M. Morrow

Maxine M. Morrow

Apr 27, 2023

Maxine M. Morrow was born to John and Ira (Wilhoit) Vandergriff on March 4, 1933, in Haslet, TX.  Maxine passed away on April 27, 2023, in Malakoff, Texas.

Maxine loved scary movies and soap operas and had a passion for cooking. She worked as a cook in a restaurant, where she used her culinary skills to create delicious meals that...

Olivia Huffhines Pearson

Olivia Huffhines Pearson

Apr 26, 2023

Olivia Huffhines Pearson was born to Oliver and Mildred (Prewitt) Huffhines on February 13, 1944, in Richardson, TX.  Olivia passed away on April 26, 2023, in Athens, Texas.

Olivia was a devoted mother, wife, and grandmother.  She previously had a successful career as a bookkeeper which spanned many years before retiring to the lake.  In retirement, Olivia could be found...

Mary Teresa Stockton

Mary Teresa Stockton

Apr 23, 2023

On Sunday April 23, 2023, Mary Teresa Stockton went home to be with the lord.

Mary was born on March 21, 1944, in Chillicothe, OH. She is preceded in death by her husband Harry Stockton, her parents Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Unsworth, her brothers Dan and Mike Unsworth, her son Donald Johnston, stepson Gary Stockton and her stepdaughter Deborah Crawford.

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Billy Jack Williams

Billy Jack Williams

Apr 20, 2023

Billy Jack Williams was born to Delbert and Elva (Copeland) Williams on July 13, 1945, in Hearne, TX.  Jack passed away on April 20, 2023, in Tyler, Texas. 

Billy was a veteran who served in the United States Navy. He was a U.S. Navy retiree where he achieved the rank of Petty Officer 1. He served as a sound surveillance...

Wendell Sherod Mize

Wendell Sherod Mize

Apr 10, 2023

Wendell Sherod Mize was born to Lester and Sharon (Hampton) Mize on July 7, 1965, in Lamesa, TX.  Mr. Mize passed away on April 10, 2023, in Mabank, Texas. 

Sharon Ann (Wallace) Ford-Walls

Sharon Ann (Wallace) Ford-Walls

Apr 8, 2023

Sharon Ann (Wallace) Ford-Walls was born to Alvin and Ople (Boyde) Wallace on February 12, 1959, in Payne Springs, Texas.  Sharon passed away on April 8, 2023, in Malakoff, Texas. 

Sharon was a “down home” person, a Texan to the core. Sharon is described by those who knew her and loved her as a very self-less woman, always placing the...

Vance Doyle Stockman

Vance Doyle Stockman

Apr 7, 2023

Vance Doyle Stockman was born to Jacob Daniel and Elma (Howenstein) Stockman on February 15, 1931, in Huntington, Indiana.  Mr. Stockman passed away on April 7, 2023, in Mabank, Texas. 

On December 24, 1953, Vance married his beloved wife Jo Ann (Cross) Stockman of 58 years in Ft. Campbell, Tennessee. Vance retired from the United States Army after 21 years...

Marshall Butler

Marshall Butler

Apr 6, 2023

Marshall Milton Butler, 90, was born on Feb. 16, 1933, to the parents of Charlie and Nellie Butler in Bennington, Oklahoma, and was called home on April 6, 2023. 

He is preceded in death by his wife, Laura Marie Butler.  Marshall and Laura were married for over 65 years.  Also preceding him in death are his parents Charlie and...

Shirley Ann Womack

Shirley Ann Womack

Apr 5, 2023

Shirley Ann Womack passed away on April 5, 2023, in Tool, Texas. Ms. Womack was born on June 9, 1947 to Judson N. and Eloise (Stretcher) Melton.

Shirley was a homemaker throughout her life, spending her time being a devoted wife and mother. Shirley is described by those who knew her and loved her as a very self-less woman, always...

Carolyn Sue (Belcher) Brown

Carolyn Sue (Belcher) Brown

Mar 30, 2023

Carolyn Sue (Belcher) Brown, 80, passed away on March 30, 2023, in Kemp, TX. She was born on     December 2, 1942, in Kaufman, TX; to parents    Carroll and Lillian (Shelton) Belcher.

Carolyn was loving, kind, giving and most of all selfless. She would help anyone who needed it. She enjoyed being able to stay home and take care of her...

Peggy L. Bateman

Peggy L. Bateman

Mar 21, 2023

Peggy L. Bateman, 85, passed away on March 21, 2023, in Mabank, TX. She was born on May 21, 1937, in Little Rock, AR, to parents Mr. and Mrs. Brown.

Foster Jack Busby

Foster Jack Busby

Mar 21, 2023

Foster Jack Busby, 84, passed away on March 21, 2023, in Mabank, TX. He was born on July 16, 1938, in Lawrenceburg, TN to parents Jesse and Alma (Crews) Busby.

Funeral service for Foster J. Busby, age 84, of Kemp will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Tuesday, March 28, 2023, at Moorhead Funeral Home with DR. Jonathan Lilley officiating....