All Obituaries
Ronald Jay Cantwell Sr.
Nov 14, 2023
Ronald Jay Cantwell Sr., 70, of Gun Barrel City passed away peacefully after a long and well lived life on November 14th, 2023 just before 1pm. He was surrounded by his family and loved ones. R.J. was born July 5th 1953, in Hillsboro, Texas. He grew up in Pleasant Grove with his parents and 5 siblings. He worked with his...
Wanda L. Benson
Nov 5, 2023
Wanda L. Benson, 94, passed away on November 5, 2023, in Mabank, Texas. She was born on February 13, 1929, in Pontiac, MI; to parents Earl and Martha (Dowdy) Giles.
Wanda's life was filled with rich experiences and cherished moments. One of her proudest accomplishments was marrying John in Ithaca, NY on July 11, 1953. Their union was a testament...
Eddie Dale MeHarg
Nov 4, 2023
Eddie Dale MeHarg, 66, passed away on November 4, 2023, in Dallas, Texas. He was born on November 29, 1956, in Terrell, TX; to parents Joe and Dorothy (Weatherford) MeHarg.
One of Eddie's proudest accomplishments in life was marrying Ramona in Possum Kingdom Lake on June 27, 2009. Their union was a testament to their love and devotion to each...
Matthew Scott Watson
Nov 3, 2023
Matthew Scott Watson, 49, passed away on November 3, 2023, surrounded by his loving family at his home in Eustace, Texas. He was born on March 22, 1974, in Woodland Hills, California to parents Michael David and Dotty Jane (Applewhite) Watson.
Matthew earned an associate in agriculture from TVCC, dedicating himself to gain knowledge and expertise in his field....
Harold "Hal" Rice
Nov 2, 2023
Harold "Hal" Rice, 67, passed away on November 2, 2023, in Dallas, Texas. He was born on September 3, 1956, in Dallas, Texas to parents Herman and Bobbie (Pittman) Rice.
Hal was an exceptionally studious person; his thirst for knowledge was insatiable. His dedication to learning was evident from an early age and continued throughout his life. Hal's commitment to...
Tamara Elaine Ramsey
Oct 25, 2023
Tamara Elaine Ramsey, 61, passed away surrounded by her loving family on, October 25, 2023, in Mabank, Texas. She was born on May 17, 1962, in Dallas, Texas, to parents Billy Brookshire and Janelle Finley.
Tammy married the love of her life, Terry Ramsey on March 1, 2006, in Lake Chesdin, VA. They spent many years of happiness, love, and...
Dorothy Laverne Goodwin Jenkins
Oct 23, 2023
Dorothy Laverne Goodwin Jenkins, 75, passed away October 23, 2023, in Athens, Texas. She was born on October 15, 1948, in Dallas, Texas, to parents Thurman and Geneva (Platt) Goodwin.
Dorothy was known for her many hobbies and interests. One of her greatest joys in life was sewing. With nimble fingers and an eye for detail, she crafted beautiful...
Janice Dupree Hickson
Oct 13, 2023
Janice Dupree Hickson, 75, passed away October 13, 2023, surrounded by family, in Seven Points, Texas. She was born on March 25, 1948, in Dallas, Texas to parents Chester Lee Dupree and Winona Doris (Reed) Dupree.
Janice is preceded in death by her parents, Chester Lee Dupree and Winona Doris Dupree, brother, Sammy Lee Dupree, and husband Billy Wayne Hickson.
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Sammy Daniels
Oct 8, 2023
Sammy Lloyd Daniels passed away on October 8, 2023, in Dallas, Texas. He was born on February 23, 1970, in Killeen, Texas to parents John and Judy Daniels.Sammy had a career as a self-employed electrician and carpenter. He was known for his exceptional skills in the construction trade and dedication to his craft, Sammy inherited this wonderful trait from his...
Frank Davis "Dave" Clifton
Oct 6, 2023
Frank Davis "Dave" Clifton, passed away October 6. 2023, in Gun Barrel City, Texas. He was born on October 12, 1928 in Emory, Texas, to parents John and Geona (Pippin) Clifton.
Dave was born and raised in Texas, where he and his beloved Carol were married on October 18, 1999, in Gun Barrel City, Texas. One of Dave's greatest passions...
Bebito Rafael Lopez
Oct 5, 2023
Bebito Rafael Lopez fallecio el dia 5 de Octubre del 2023, en Dallas, Texas. El nacio el dia 5 de Octubre del 2023 en Dallas, Texas, a sus padres Jenaro Lopez y Maria Del Rosario Garcia.
James Earl Edward Phillips
Sep 30, 2023
James Earl Edward Phillips, 66, passed away September 30, 2023, in Kemp, Texas. He was born on January 26, 1957 in Flagstaff, Arizona, to parents Wylie and Loretta (Gibhart) Phillips.
Marshall Kingsley Sprentall
Sep 25, 2023
Marshall Kingsley Sprentall, 80, passed away September 25, 2023, in Mabank, Texas. He was born on November 4, 1942, in Ashtabula, Ohio to parents Robert Kingsley and Hazel Bell (Green) Spretntall.
Marshall married Helen Elizabeth (Ferguson) Sprentall, in Athens, TX; on January 18, 2019. They had many years of love and excitement in the time they spent together. When...
Joseph "Joey" Paul May
Sep 18, 2023
Joseph "Joey" May, 42, passed away September 18, 2023, in Austin, Texas. He was born on February 2, 1981, in Dallas, Texas to parents Michael May and Cynthia (Hyre) Cash.
Joe was known for his big heart and his courage. His compassion for the underdog was demonstrated many times throughout his life beginning in his early years of elementary school...
Sharon Kay Billings
Sep 18, 2023
Sharon Kay Billings, 74, passed away September 18, 2023, in Gun Barrel City, Texas. She was born on May 4, 1949, in Dallas, Texas to parents K. Vernon and Mary Helen (McBride) Woody.
Sharon lived a life filled with passion and creativity. She was a businesswoman with her own beauty salon for over 30 years where she not only cut...
Christopher Michael Smith
Sep 10, 2023
Christopher Michael Smith, 45, passed away September 10, 2023, in Athens, Texas. He was born on April 13, 1978, in Midland, Texas to parents James Eugene and Doris Jean (McHenry) Buckalew.
Christopher was a cheerful and outgoing guy who really enjoyed spending time with his family. He was very artistic and had an affinity for drawing. Christopher loved listening to...
Johnny Clyde Barr
Sep 6, 2023
Johnny Clyde Barr, 59, passed away September 6, 2023, in Tyler, Texas. He was born on September 25, 1963, in Orville, California to parents Alvin and Marlene (Bray) Barr.
Johnny led a life that was marked by love, kindness, and devotion to his family and community. On January 10, 2008, he married his best friend and love of his life,...
Virginia Irene Smith
Sep 2, 2023
Virginia Irene Smith, 77, passed away on September 2, 2023, at her home in Mabank, Texas. She was born on January 13, 1946, in Northfield, New Jersey to parents Emory Green and June Lorene (Payton) Stevens.
Virginia was an incredibly gifted artist, with a passion for drawing. Her artwork was a testament to her immense talent and imagination. Not...
Ronnie Key
Aug 30, 2023
Ronnie Lee Key, 76, passed away surrounded by his loving family on August 30, 2023, at his home in Mabank, Texas. He was born on November 12, 1946, in Commerce, Texas to parents Martin George and Ella (Bailey) Key.
Ronnie met his best friend and love of his life, Charlene, and they were married on February 25, 1967, in...
Dora Belle Walker
Aug 28, 2023
Dora Belle Walker passed away peacefully on August 28, 2023, at her home. She was born January 31, 1931, to Milton Lyons and Marion Ida (Boski) Jones in East St. Louis, Illinois. She resided in Alamogordo from August 1963 to December 2018. She married William J. (Buck) Walker in 1955, and they had 3 sons.
Dora graduated from St. Teresa...
