All Obituaries

Dec 27, 2021

Former Texas resident Greg Moseley, 61, died December 27, 2021, at his home in East Texas.

At his request, no service will be held.

Mr. Moseley was born April 16, 1960, in Dallas, Texas, to Nile Moseley and Wanda Madewell Moseley. Greg could accomplish anything he set his mind to and was always thinking of...

Dec 26, 2021

Howard Everett Ford, known by most as Hal, went to his heavenly home on December 26, 2021, at 71, surrounded by loved ones.  He was born on May 15, 1950, in Dallas, Texas, to parents Herman Howard Ford and Margie Nell Reed Ford, who preceded him in death.  Hal was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and a Christian.

Dec 24, 2021

Don Ernest Collier, 65, passed away on December 24, 2021.  He was born on December 23, 1956, in Tucson, Arizona, to parents Samuel and Nancy Collier.

He was a very loving father of five, grandfather to four, and a friend to everyone he met.  He spent 30 years around Cedar Creek Lake laying floor covering, carpet, tile,...

Dec 22, 2021

Charlene Cravey, 86, passed away at home with family by her side on December 22, 2021.  She was born on January 21, 1935, in Lamesa, Texas, to parents Charlie Woodard and Maudie Opal Wilburn Woodard.

Charlene moved to the Eustace area in 1950.  She worked in the lunchroom cafeteria for about 21 years.  She was a devoted...

Dec 20, 2021

Shirley Jo Chasteen, 73, passed away at home on December 20, 2021.  She was born on March 28, 1948, in Mesquite, Texas, to parents James Melvin and Dorothy Merle Bradshaw.

Shirley married Tommy Ray Chasteen on December 31, 1965, and together they had three children:  Delissa Kay, Tommy Ray, Jr., and Angelica Denice.  She was, by the...

Dec 18, 2021

Bonnie Jean Droke, 64, of Gun Barrel City, Texas, died early Saturday morning December 18, 2021, peacefully in her sleep at home, after a four-year battle with breast cancer.  Bonnie was born on July 17, 1957, in Chicago, IL, to parents James Andrew Mauldin and Janet Smith Mauldin.

Bonnie loved to teach children in Sunday school.  She...

Dec 11, 2021

Laura Lee Russell, 86, passed away on December 11, 2021.  She was born on September 24, 1935, in San Augustine, Texas, to parents Pink Elton Perry and Nora Josephine Graves Perry.

Laura grew up in the country, on a red dirt farm in the backwoods of San Augustine.  Her two-room childhood home was built by her father.  Eventually...

Dec 11, 2021

Marilyn Patricia Hall, 79, passed away on December 11, 2021.  She was born on December 3, 1942, in Parker City, Indiana.

Marilyn loved to play and be goofy with her grandchildren.  She enjoyed shopping, having a good time, going to casinos, and traveling to see the world.  As Fay says, “Marilyn led three lives, the good, the...

Dec 7, 2021

Billie Sue Barnett, 88, passed away on December 7, 2021, at home.  She was born on April 23, 1933, in Ennis, Texas, to CL Thomas and Vera Syble Maples Thomas.

She was a member of D.A.R., Daughter of American Revolution, and Eastern Star.  She graduated from Grand Prairie High School.  She was born in Ennis, Texas, and...

Dec 7, 2021

Juan Valencia Vasquez, 84, passed away on December 7, 2021.  He was born on April 28, 1937, in Monterey, Mexico, to parents Pascual Valencia and Guadalupe Vasquez Valencia.

He enjoyed fishing, playing guitar and singing charreria, horse back riding, cocinar carnita asada, pescado frito menudo, tamales, trabajaba muy duro super trabajador migraba a muchos estados a trabajar...

Nov 29, 2021

Cecil Wayne McKenzie, 81, passed away on November 29, 2021.  He was born on December 9, 1939, in Austin, Texas, to parents James Arthur McKenzie and Emma Cottle McKenzie.

Cecil Wayne loved serving the Lord, singing gospel music, and enjoying fellowship with his Christian family.  He was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and a caring, thoughtful brother...

Nov 29, 2021

Amanda Gene Dennie, 38, passed away on November 29, 2021.  She was born on January 27, 1983, in Dallas, Texas, to parents Billy Gene Dennie and Ann Shoemake Dennie.

Our little light came into this world January 27, 1983. She was always so happy and curious. Her smile has always been so bright and beautiful.

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Nov 28, 2021

James Michael Bradshaw, 71, passed away on November 28, 2021, in Dallas, Texas.  He was born on November 13, 1950, in Lubbock, Texas, to parents James Melvin Bradshaw and Dorothy Merle Radican Bradshaw.

Mike enjoyed fast cars, shooting pool, fishing, playing the guitar, and watching the Dallas Cowboys, like all of the Bradshaw’s.  He loved spending time...

Nov 27, 2021

Edward Lee Abney, 76, passed away on November 27, 2021.  He was born on September 24, 1945, in Dallas, Texas, to parents Elbert Columbus Abney and Vera York Abney.

Eddie was a loving husband, father & grandfather. He was very honored to serve his country as a Vietnam Veteran as well as a proud Marine. Eddie had...

Nov 27, 2021

John Raymond Wiebe was born on November 19, 1952, in Silver Creek, Hope, British Columbia.  He passed away on November 27, 2021.

He worked for E.A. Renfroe & Co. Inc., 1600 Corporate Dr. Birmingham, Alabama, and lived in Seven Points, Texas.

John was known for his love of fishing (with a special talent for top...

Nov 24, 2021

Charles Alvin Keller, 79, passed away on November 24, 2021, at 2:36 p.m. at home.  He was born on December 15, 1941, in Cripple Creek, Colorado, (where his father worked in the coal mines) to father Charles Lester (Red) Keller and mother Jewell Romine Keller.

Charles was nicknamed “Butch” by his Grandpa Romine.  He married Shirley Ruth...

Nov 23, 2021

Deloris (Suzie) Maxfield Holcomb Schmitt, 74, gained her angel wings on November 23, 2021, in Athens, TX.  She was born on January 9, 1947, in Grand Prairie, TX, to parents Jesse Maxfield and Pernice Ogles Maxfield.

Suzie’s greatest joy was being a “Grandma,” not only to her grandchildren, but she would tell everyone to call her “Grandma.” ...

Nov 21, 2021

Helen M. Raasch, 100, of Payne Springs, Texas, passed away on Sunday, November 21, 2021, at home.

Helen Monica Long was born on November 10, 1921, in Lone Rock, Iowa, daughter of Arthur and Catherine (Eich) Long.

She served as a Yeoman First Class in the Navy from September 1943 until July 1950.  On June...

Nov 21, 2021

Maria was born to the late Everardo and Hermila in Chihuahua, Mexico, on October 23, 1948. She entered into eternal rest on November 21, 2021, with family by her side.

She was a strong, faithful, loving woman. She held a special place in her heart for her siblings with special needs. She loved sewing dresses and knitting...

Nov 20, 2021

Kathy Corinne Plant, 68, passed away on November 20, 2021, in Plano, Texas.  She was born on September 23, 1953, in Dallas, Texas, to parents Joe Brown and Edna Marie Goodwin Brown.

Kathy selflessly loved her family.  She enjoyed playing Bingo, going to the boats (especially with her best friend and mother-in-law), and spending time with family...