Betty Joan Stukey Fogelman
Aug 20, 2024
Betty was born in Galena, KS on December 10, 1931. She was the 4th of 5 children born to Howard Geisler and Enice Okle Barnard Geisler. Betty was preceded in death by her parents, her brother, Phil Geisler, sisters, Juanita Darnell, Bonnie Pflug, and Ginger Wade. Betty married Leslie Dee Stukey in 1948. They had 2 sons, Larry and Gary...
Cecilia "Cece" J. (Pate) Hilley
Aug 19, 2024
Cecilia “Cece” J. Pate Hilley, 77, passed away peacefully on August 19, 2024, at her home in Tool, Texas with her family present in the days preceding her death. Cece was born on July 6, 1947, in New Orleans, Louisiana, to the late Thomas and Martha (Norton) Pate.
Cece was a loving mother, grandmother, and a great-grandmother. She was a loyal...
Patricia "Patty" Rose Perdue
Aug 9, 2024
Patricia “Patty” Rose Perdue, 77, passed away on August 9, 2024, at her home in Kemp, Texas. She was born on October 16, 1946, in Phoenix, Arizona to parents Pat and Evelyn (Watson) Foreman.
As a sweet woman with a loving spirit, Patty found joy in fostering strong relationships with her family and friends. She reveled in her role as a...
Allan Wayne Coker
Aug 7, 2024
Allan Wayne Coker, 77, passed away on August 7, 2024, in Eustace, Texas. He was born on October 29, 1946, in Falfurrias, Texas to parents Jake and Maxine (Stegall) Coker.
Allan is preceded in death by his parents, Jake and Maxine Coker.
He is survived by four children: his sons, Jake Coker, Miles Coker, Bennett Coker, and his daughter, Grace Coker; as...
Juanita Baldwin
Aug 6, 2024
Juanita Adelia Baldwin, 80, a Colorado Native, peacefully went “HOME” on August 6, 2024, in Tyler, Texas with her daughter Suzanne and son in law Larry at her side.
Juanita loved spending time with her family and friends, going to church, crocheting, sewing, cooking, and being outdoors in the Colorado Mountains. She loved her summer visits to Texas. Juanita also loved...
Evelyn Loyd
Aug 5, 2024
Evelyn Mary Loyd, lovingly remembered for her kind and welcoming nature, her great sense of humor, and her love for life, passed away on August 5, 2024, in Mabank, Texas. She was surrounded by her family as she peacefully transitioned from this life.
Born on July 23, 1938, in Wichita, Kansas, Evelyn brought immense joy and warmth to all those around...
Samantha LaCha Steller
Aug 2, 2024
Samantha LaCha Steller, 42, of Gun Barrel City, TX passed away on August 2, 2024. Samantha was born on October 17, 1981, in Mesquite, Texas, to parents Frank and Glenda (Grimes) Hobbs.
Samantha was truly the life of the party, known for her sense of humor, outgoing nature, and boisterous laughter that could light up even the darkest of days. She...
Sammy Lawson Denby
Jul 30, 2024
Sammy Lawson Denby, 88, passed away on July 30, 2024, in Dallas, Texas. He was born on December 15, 1935, in Canton, Texas, to parents Elon and Jessie (Gage) Denby.
Sam was an esteemed entrepreneur as the owner and operator of Denby's Barbershop for an impressive 46 years. His commitment to his craft and his genuine care for his customers made...
Sheila Bernice Stephens
Jul 29, 2024
Sheila Bernice Stephens, 51, of Tool, Texas passed away on July 29, 2024. Sheila was born on September 23, 1972, to Don and Dorothy Hoenig in Mesquite, Texas.
Sheila was raised in Mesquite, graduating from Old Mesquite High School. She worked for El Chico for several years as a manager and waitress, but when her family started to grow she stayed...
Mendy "Lisa" Lynn Hernandez
Jul 22, 2024
Mendy "Lisa" Lynn Hernandez, 66, passed away on July 22, 2024, at her home in Dallas, Texas. She was born on August 24, 1957, in Dallas, Texas. She is now with her beloved grandparents who raised her, Gussie and Laura Flowers, and her beloved son, Stacy.
Lynn was born at Methodist Hospital in Oak Cliff on August 24, 1957. She spent...
John W. Benson
Jul 3, 2024
John W. Benson, 93, passed away on July 3, 2024, in Gun Barrel City, Texas. He was born on September 11, 1930, in Brooklyn, NY to parents Horace and Louisa Benson. John’s life was full of many adventures. He was husband, father, salesman, co-owner of Metroplex Sales Co. with wife Wanda, and an Air Force pilot trainer.
Having grown up living...
Joy Lucille Thorn
Jun 28, 2024
Joy Lucille Thorn, 93, passed away on June 28, 2024, at her home in Mabank, Texas. She was born on October 21, 1930, in Nacogdoches, Texas to parents Elzie Joseph and Elizabeth Viola (Franklin) Bowden.
A true lover of classic movies, Joy could often be found enjoying old black and white films. Watching these timeless pieces brought her great delight and...
Emma Theresa (Gain) Tarkington
Jun 24, 2024
Emma Theresa Tarkington, 79, passed away on June 24, 2024, in Tyler, Texas. She was born on March 1, 1945, in Pocahontas, Arkansas to parents Cleatious Sylvester and Frances (Blissenbach) Gain.
Emma married the love of her life, James Douglas Tarkington, on July 27, 1963, at St. Edward’s Catholic Church in Athens, Texas. Together they made a loving home for their...
Wayne Edward Brinson
Jun 19, 2024
Wayne Edward Brinson (1935 - 2024)
Wayne E. Brinson, 88, passed away June 19, 2024, in Tyler, Texas. He was the only son born on December 13, 1934, in Dallas, Texas to his parents Tilman and Vida (Yates) Brinson. He grew up in the Dallas area along with his four sisters, three who preceded him in death (Modine, Lois and Margaret)...
Toni Jan Snyder
Jun 18, 2024
Toni Jan Snyder, 59, passed away on June 18, 2024, in Mabank, Texas. She was born on August 19, 1964, in Dallas, Texas to parents Billy and Barbara (Hardin) Palmer.
Toni had a personality that was as fierce as it was outspoken, she embraced life with an unmatched fervor and zest. She had a particular fondness for gossip, turning every conversation...
Susan Joyce Brown (nee Bolt)
Jun 17, 2024
Susan Joyce Brown (née Bolt), 70, of Payne Springs, Texas, went home to be with the Lord on June 17, 2024. She was born Feb. 2, 1954, in Montrose, California to the late John Albert Bolt and Madeline Elizabeth Weiseman.
She worked at Mabank Brookshires for 32 years before retirement. She was a long-time member of Harbor Baptist Church. She truly...
Ronald Wayne Musick
Jun 17, 2024
Ronald Wayne Musick, 67, passed away on June 17, 2024, in Gun Barrel City, Texas. He was born on May 21, 1957, in Dallas, TX; to parents Leland Marcus and Mozelle Katherine (Chitwood) Musick.
Ronald was an “old man” at heart. He enjoyed going to yard sales and had a good collection of antiques, coins, and other collectables. Ronald loved being...
Linda Sue Potts Murner
Jun 15, 2024
Linda Sue Potts Murner, 66, passed away on June 15, 2024, in Tyler, Texas. She was born on January 21, 1958, in Atlanta, Georgia; to parents Albert James and Annie Sue (Frazier) Potts.
Linda married the love of her life Larry on December 5, 1980, in Union City, Georgia. Together they raised their daughter Lisa in a home full of love....
Timothy Corbyn Bleuel
Jun 10, 2024
Corbyn Bleuel, 4, passed away on June 10, 2024, in Mabank, Texas. He was born on August 5, 2019, in Athens, Texas to the Bleuel family.
Corbyn was a playful and curious child, he loved to go to the park and his eyes would light up at the sight of McDonald's chicken nuggets and French fries, his all-time favorite meal. He...
Reggie Marino
Jun 10, 2024
Reggie Marino, 64, passed away on June 10, 2024, in Tyler , Texas. He was born on July 23, 1959, in Dover, Delaware; to parents Reginald Palmer and Christina (Taglia) Marino. Reggie was a man of unwavering determination and a very strong will. He was known for his bullheaded nature, a quality that often masked the immense love and dedication he...