Obituaries

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Sandra Louise Walker

Sandra Louise Walker

Jun 18, 2024

Sandra Louise Walker, 73 of Forney, TX passed away on Tuesday, June 18, 2024.  Sandra had a passion for her friends and family.  She believed in working hard and making a mark on her own life and others. Sandra’s achievements and finest award was being a dedicated employee of 30 years with Southwestern Bell.  One of Sandra’s proudest moments was...

James "Buddy" W. Kirbie Sr.

James "Buddy" W. Kirbie Sr.

Jun 14, 2024

James “Buddy” W. Kirbie, Sr., 89, of Gun Barrell City, Texas, peacefully went to be with his Savior, Jesus, on Friday, June 14, 2024. He was known affectionately as "Buddy" by his family and friends. He was a longtime member of First Church of God in Hubbard. Buddy was cherished by all who knew and loved him. His presence brought...

Bernard Leo Simmons Jr.

Bernard Leo Simmons Jr.

Jun 7, 2024

     Bernard ("Barney") Leo Simmons, Jr., Terrell, Texas, passed away peacefully at 1:29 p.m. on June 7, 2024. He was surrounded by family and his rescue dog, Dancer. There were so many angels and so much love in the room as he rode that old BSA motorcycle to Heaven. There to meet him were his mother, Audrey; his father,...

Timothy Moran

Timothy Moran

Jun 5, 2024

Timothy Moran, 71 of Wills Point passed away on June 5 ,2024. Tim was a Massage Therapist and loved caring for people.  Those left to cherish his memory is his wife Jill Pierson; brothers Kevin, Sean and Raymond Moran his sister Kelly Lorenzo; sister Mary Reger; and Timothy's numerous nieces and nephews. Timothy was proceeded in death by Mother and...

Julia Ann Shipley

Julia Ann Shipley

Jun 1, 2024

Born August 6, 1940-Died June 1, 2024

 

Julia Ann Duckworth Shipley 

Education: Tripp/Sunnyvale School/Forney High School



Career:  Homemaker, Best Daughter to Nanna and Papa, Best Wife, Marvin (Butch) Best Mother to Three Daughters, 

Carpenter, Fisherman, Hunter, Trap Shooter



Personality:  Smart, Loving, Kind, Sassy, Outspoken, and ruled the World with an Iron Fist.  Nothing she couldn’t do.  

Built us into strong independent children who knew she...

Rayden Toby Walker

Rayden Toby Walker

May 20, 2024

Rayden Walker 32 years old of Quinlan, TX passed away on May 20, 2024. 

Rayden was a very loving and caring person that would do anything for 

anyone.  Rayden was an Actor/ Make-Up Artist and always had a smile on

his face while acting and doing others make-up.  One of his proudest

moments was completing the movie, 'The Diamond Texter'. 

Rayden had many hobbies, he...

Tony Glen Chambers

Tony Glen Chambers

May 13, 2024

Tony Glen Chambers 63, of Terrell, TX passed away on May 13, 2024. Those left to Cherish his memory is his mother Joyce Roark and Paul Hiser. He was proceeded in death by his father Paul Glen Chambers.  He will be missed very much by his family. Celebration of Life will be planned at a later date.

Sandra Lynn (Garnett) Gardner

Sandra Lynn (Garnett) Gardner

May 10, 2024

Sandra Lynn (Garnett) Gardner was lovingly released from her earthly pain May 10, 2024 at the age of 72 in her Rockwall Texas home. Sandy was born May 28 1951 in Bossier City, Louisiana to Emuel and Erma Joanne (Austin) Garnett, the second daughter of five girls and one boy. Sandy enjoyed reading, spending time outdoors with her animals and...

Ray Weathers

Ray Weathers

May 9, 2024



If you knew Ray, you know that he was not afraid to try anything. He had many jobs starting at a young age. Some were… a carhop at Sonic, a projectionist at the drive-in, muffler repairman, oil rig worker, airplane repair (you fixed it, you go on the first flight!), and he flipped many a hand tossed pizza crust at...

Claudia Scharlott Hadaway

Claudia Scharlott Hadaway

Apr 26, 2024

Claudia Scharlott Hadaway, 75 years old from Terrell, Texas passed away on April 26, 2024.  She was born February 13, 1949 to Hubert and Helen Ruth Hadaway in the Dallas area.  Claudia was proceeded in death by her parents and her sister Becky.  Those left to cherish her memory are her daughters Vanessa Figueiredo, Heather Keels, Mari Hadley; Claudia's son...

Karen Kay Bridges

Karen Kay Bridges

Apr 22, 2024

Karen Kay Bridges, 63 of Terrell, TX passed away on April 22, 2024. She was proceeded in death by her parents Bill and Rita Faye Williams and her husband Terry Bridges.  Those left to cherish her memory are her children Justin McBride; Jared Bridges; Jonathan Bridges and Jathen Bridges. She will forever be missed by her friends and family.

Daniel C. Davis Jr

Daniel C. Davis Jr

Apr 17, 2024

Daniel C. Davis, 76 of Scurry, TX passed away on April 17, 2024. David was born in Elizabeth, New Jersey to David and Minnie May Davis which who proceeded him in Death.  His friends will forever cherish his memory.

Donald Wayne Ashby

Donald Wayne Ashby

Apr 17, 2024

Donald Wayne Ashby, a beloved soul who graced world with his presence, has departed from us on April 17, 2024. Born on August 1, 1965, in Kaufman, Donald's journey on this earth was one of kindness, joy, and unwavering love.From his days at Terrell High School to his final moments in Kaufman, Donald left an indelible mark on all who...

Christina Maria Louisa Rivera

Christina Maria Louisa Rivera

Apr 9, 2024

Christina Maria Louisa River, age 48 from Mesquite, TX  passed away on April 9, 2024 - Walking for the first time in Heaven.

Michael Lee Weiler

Michael Lee Weiler

Apr 1, 2024

Michael Lee Weiler, age 63 of Loganville, GA.  Michael passed away in Forney, TX on April 1, 2024. Pending Obituary.

James Leo Nugent

James Leo Nugent

Mar 31, 2024

James Leo Nugent, a proud veteran of the Navy, passed away on March 31st, 2024, in Terrell, Texas. He was born on February 23rd, 1935, to Ruth and Henry Nugent, and married Thelma Kay Scott on January 3rd, 1963, in Lamesa, TX.

He is survived by his sons Jimmy Nugent and wife Tamara of Albuquerque, NM, Joe Nugent of Fort Collins,...

Helen Taylor Carter

Helen Taylor Carter

Mar 31, 2024

In loving memory of Helen Taylor Carter, a devoted soul whose kindness and care touched the hearts of many. Helen, born in Henderson, Texas on September 25th, 1936, embraced a life filled with compassion and generosity that will forever be cherished by those who knew her.Throughout her career in home health, Helen's nurturing spirit shone brightly as she took people...

Rodney Lee Haggard

Rodney Lee Haggard

Mar 27, 2024

Rodney Lee Haggard, 86 years old of Seagoville.  He was married to Mary Elizabeth Haggard for 38 years when he passed away peacefully at his residence on March 27, 2024.  Rodney enjoyed practicing Law as a Judge.

Harold Wayne Eckeberger

Harold Wayne Eckeberger

Mar 25, 2024

Harold Wayne Eckeberger passed away peacefully on March 25, 2024 in Kaufman, TX. He was born on November 21, 1943.  He was preceded in death by his siblings and he is survived by his nephews Curtis and Michael Eckeberger.  Harold spent the last 20 years of his life with his girlfriend Sandy Gaugh, her daughter Brittany Gaugh, and grandchildren Kirstyn...

Herbert Byron Van Der Vliet

Herbert Byron Van Der Vliet

Mar 13, 2024

Herbert Byron Van Der Vliet born December 13th, 1929 passed away on March 13th, 2024. He was a a lieutenant in the Air Force during the Korean war.