Don L. Randle
Apr 11, 2026
Don L. Randle, age 81, of Kemp, Texas, passed away on April 11, 2026. He was born in Grand Prairie, Texas, on February 11, 1945, to parents Alfred E. and Adina (Gebert) Randle.
Don was affectionately known by many as “Mr. Sunshine.” He proudly served his country during the Vietnam War from 1970-1972. Don spent many years working alongside his brother...
Kenneth Harvey Springer, Jr.
Mar 30, 2026
Kenneth Harvey Springer Jr., age 67, of Balch Springs, Texas, passed away on March 30, 2026. He was born in Dallas, Texas, on May 10, 1958 to parents, Kenneth Springer, Sr., and Juanita (Lumby) Springer.
Kenneth was a man who loved his family deeply, especially his children, whose accomplishments he held close to his heart. He spent his free time immersed...
Cecile E. Dockins
Mar 27, 2026
Cecile E. Dockins, age 97, of Mabank, Texas, passed away on March 27, 2026. She was born in Lancaster, Texas on October 4, 1928, to parents, William and Maggie (Roberts) King.
Cecile lived a life defined by deep faith, unwavering love, and nurturing care for those around her. Her journey through nearly a century was one marked by a gentle spirit...
Emily Sue Barnes
Mar 24, 2026
Emily Sue Barnes, age 79, of Kaufman, Texas, passed away on March 24, 2026. She was born in Memphis, Tennessee on January 14, 1947, to parents, Chester and Virginia (Word) Larimer.
Earl Vinson Davis
Mar 22, 2026
Earl Vinson Davis, age 97, of Malakoff, Texas, passed away peacefully on March 22, 2026. He was born in Powell, Texas, on February 5, 1929, to Ben and Edna (Vinson) Davis.
Earl is preceded in death by his parents, Ben and Edna; his sister, Venetia Jobe Dodd; his beloved wife, Frances (Hemphill) Davis; their son, Robert Davis; and their first grandson,...
Michael Don Shaid
Mar 19, 2026
Michael Don Shaid, age 68, of Mabank, Texas, passed away on March 19, 2026. He was born in Palestine, Texas on March 19, 1958, to parents Reuben Berwell and Marilyn Yvonne (Browning) Shaid.
Growing up, Michael was no stranger to early mornings and discipline. He attended Catholic school in Albuquerque, New Mexico, before later attending Palestine High School, class of 1976....
Elmer Charles Belssner
Mar 16, 2026
Elmer Charles Belssner, age 78, of Mabank, Texas, passed away on March 16, 2026. He was born in Chicago, Illinois on December 2, 1947, to parents, Norman and Antoinette (Kubitz) Belssner.
Elmer grew up in Illinois and graduated from Norridge High School and attended The University of Illinois, where he earned a Bachelor’s degree. On August 24, 1968, Elmer married Linda...
Florence Kirkpatrick Eddlemon
Mar 14, 2026
Florence Kirkpatrick Eddlemon, age 96, of Eustace, Texas, passed away on March 14, 2026. She was born in Goshen Community, Texas on December 29, 1929, to parents, John Thomas and Lola (Jackson) Kirkpatrick.
Florence was known for her very loving and welcoming nature. Though reserved, when she spoke, her words carried meaning and were deeply heard by those around her. She...
Carrie Aline Bogden
Mar 11, 2026
Carrie Aline Bogden, age 81, of Gun Barrel City, Texas, passed away on March 11, 2026. She was born in Dawson, Texas on July 10, 1944, to parents, Walter Garner and Carrie Lee (O'Field) Middleton.
In her younger years, Carrie was a burlesque dancer, taking pride in showing off her unique flair and infectious humor. Her talents didn't end there; for...
Baby Cynthia Rose Bailey
Mar 6, 2026
Cynthia Rose Bailey, age 6 months, of Gun Barrel City, Texas, passed away on March 6, 2026. Cynthia was born on August 25, 2025, in Athens, Texas, to parents David Wayne Bailey, Jr., and Jazmyne Sky Bailey.
Baby Cynthia was a radiant light, full of personality and character that exceeded her tender age. She was curious, always eager to explore her...
Gene Lynn Rains
Mar 4, 2026
Gene Lynn Rains, age 76, of Malakoff, Texas, passed away on March 4, 2026. Gene was born on December 30, 1949, in McCook, Nebraska, to parents Roy and Ruby (Burks) Rains.
Gene was a proud graduate of Stratton High School and went on to serve his country with honor in the United States Air Force, where he retired as a Chief...
Bradley Gene McGuire
Feb 27, 2026
Bradley Gene McGuire, age 50, of Jacksonville, Texas, passed away on February 27, 2026. Bradley was born on October 9, 1975, in Athens, Texas; to parents Michael and Anita Gail (McClendon) McGuire.
Brad had a love for fishing that many will remember. Those quiet moments by the water provided him with a sense of peace, where he often shared laughter and...
Cindy Gail Butler Byers
Feb 26, 2026
Cindy Gail Byers went to be with the Lord on February 26, 2026. She was born June 16, 1963 in Dallas, Texas and was the daughter of Bobby Hugh Butler and Sarah Jane Butler. Cindy was a loving wife, mother, daughter, sister, aunt and friend to those around her.
After high school Cindy attended and graduated from secretarial school. She worked...
Rebecca "Becky" Epps Stewart
Feb 21, 2026
Rebecca “Becky” Epps Stewart returned to Heaven on February 21, 2026.
Rebecca Epps was born on November 19, 1950, the baby of the family and proud of it. She grew up in San Antonio, Texas, with her brother and sister, surrounded by the warmth of family and the smell of barbecue from Epps Smokehouse, her parents’ business. Some of her favorite...
Billy Joe Barnett
Feb 21, 2026
Billy Joe Barnett, 95, of Mabank, Texas, passed away on February 21, 2026. Billy was born on April 17, 1930, to Roy and Janie Mae (Hinkle) Barnett, in Wichita Falls, Texas.
Billie Joe was married to the love of his life, Billie Sue, for over 70 years, a testament to enduring partnership and shared life experiences. His grandchildren recall fond memories...
Mary Edith Woodard
Jan 31, 2026
Mary Edith Woodard, age 84, of Mabank, Texas, passed away on January 31, 2026. She was born in Franklin County, Texas on May 7, 1941, to parents, Frank and Pauline (Cooper) Hunnicutt.
Edith graduated from Mt. Vernon High School in 1960. She then worked as a bank teller, bus driver, beautician and pastor’s wife.
Edith was very loving, funny and kind to...
Bill McKee
Jan 24, 2026
William James McKee, age 56, passed away on January 24, 2026, in Mabank, Texas. He was born on August 8, 1969, to parents, Ronald McKee and Dorothy Lian.
Bill was a remarkable soul known for his honest and laid-back demeanor, making a lasting impression on all who had the pleasure of knowing him. Bill’s life was rich with laughter, music, and...
Louis Scott Harrison
Jan 21, 2026
Louis Scott Harrison, age 57, passed away on January 21, 2026, in Mesquite, Texas. He was born on August 17, 1968, in Dallas, Texas to parents Louis and Juanita (Stovall) Robison.
Louis was a man of many talents, with a deep appreciation for working with his hands. His career saw him dabbling in various fields including plumbing, welding, roofing, and construction....
Dorothy Earlene Mason Rolison
Jan 19, 2026
Dorothy Earlene Rolison, age 83, of Irving, Texas, passed away on January 19, 2026. She was born in Arkansas County, Arkansas, on May 6, 1942, to parents, Earl Lee and Dorothy Irene Mason. She passed away peacefully in her home, where she had resided for 53 years.
Dorothy had several jobs here and there, until she found her calling at bartending....
Johnas Gene Minshew
Jan 17, 2026
Johnas Gene Minshew passed away Saturday, Jan. 17, 2026, surrounded by his loving family. He was 50.
Johnas was born March 2, 1975, in Killeen, Texas. He graduated from Copperas Cove High School in 1994. In 1993, he met the love of his life and high school sweetheart, Stefanie Lee. The two shared a lifelong bond and were married Jan. 30,...