Hollis was born in Nicholson, PA. To Frank W. and Marguerite Cooley Belcher on February 10,1943. He passed away peacefully on Monday May 22,2023. Hollis was a hardworking , caring, loving man with the biggest heart. He was a member of the 101st Airborne division in the United States Army. He is survived by his children Hollis Belcher Jr. and his wife Michelle of Canyon Lake, TX. Joelle Matthews of Spring Branch, Tx. John Belcher and his wife Heidi of Justin, TX. And Kevin Belcher of...

Geneva Ann Fails , 78, of Carrollton Texas, passed away on May 20, 2023. Geneva, was born in East Texas on January 6, 1945. Geneva was married to her high school sweet heart Johnny on May 10, 1963. Geneva is survived by her daughter Rebecca, sister Lura, brother Wayne, 3 grandchildren Joshua, Robert and Crystal, 5 great grandchildren as well as multiple nephews, nieces and cousins. Geneva is preceded in death by her husband Johnny, parents...

James Earl Grant, Jr. tragically left this world on Saturday, May 13, 2023. He worked for many years at Lennox International where he was a well respected employee and had many friends from work. James left behind his loving wife, Cassandra Grant, many family members and friends. He will be dearly missed by many. The family is having a private visitation this Saturday, May 27th followed by a private graveside service.

Cassandra Fowler, 75, of Plano, TX passed away Tuesday, May 9, 2023, with her sons by her side.  She was a devoted mother with a good sense of humor who made many friends along her way through this life.  Cassandra was born on April 5, 1948, in Lafayette, AR to Derrill and Betty Jo Martin.  Cassandra was the eldest of three children and spent most of her childhood in Walkers Creek with her family until the family moved to Aurora, Colorado when she was a teenager,...

On Thursday May 4th, 2023, Candice “Candi” Hood was called home to rest eternally with our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. She fought heroically against breast cancer for the past 5 years. Candice’s faith never wavered during her battle with cancer, and she often verbalized that if God wanted her here that he would provide the strength she needed, and if not, she would be made anew in Heaven.  Candice was a creator, author, visionary, explorer and lived life without...

Joy Elaine Edwards Nelson passed into the loving arms of her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on April 21, 2023.  Elaine was born September 16, 1947, in Waco, Texas, to Joyce Harlan Edwards and Bedford Duncan Edwards. She attended Waco High School, graduated with honors, and received a debate scholarship to Baylor University. While at Baylor, she was a member of the Athenean Sorority (Kappa Kappa Gamma), honored as a Baylor Beauty, and married the love of her life, David Nelson, on April...

Finishing Well Michael Paul Messerli was born on November 11th 1950, in Manchester Iowa.  He was the eldest son of Paul and Benita Messerli.  He spent his formative years in Oskaloosa, Iowa along with his 2 younger brothers Mitch and Marty. He was later introduced to his sisters, Peggy and Susie. Mike always said that I.O.W.A.  was just an acronym for "Iowan’s Out Wandering Around", and he was no exception. After finishing High School he made his way to...

Douglas Warne Robertson died April 14, 2023 in Dallas, Texas, the result of complications of dementia. He was 87. Douglas was born March 7, 1936 in Vivian, Louisiana, the first son of Mildred Brown Robertson and Edwin Early Robertson. His family moved to Shreveport where he graduated C.E. Byrd High School, lettering in baseball and basketball and supporting football as a cheerleader. Following high school, he attended Louisiana Tech University and the University of Oklahoma, studying...

Dolores “Dee” Vinson, 83, passed away on Friday, March 31, 2023 peacefully at home and with family by her side. She was born in New Jersey on August 30, 1939. She enjoyed being around people, going to Karaoke, attending family events and being around her friends. She loved to cook and participate at church gatherings as well as the VFW and American Legion. Those who knew her, knew she was one of a kind. Dee is survived by her 2 sons and 2 daughters, including Leslie...

Phyllis Gertrude (Moomaw) Sears embraced her Savior and reunited with her loving husband of almost 73 years, Harold Eugene Sears, on March 31, 2023, at the age of 96. She passed peacefully, surrounded by loving family. Phyllis was born August 31, 1926, to Leon Austin Moomaw and Minnie Edith (Young) Moomaw in Scottsbluff, Nebraska. Leon was a college professor, published author and proprietor of Moomaw Corner in Morrill County Nebraska, where Phyllis grew up. Both her parents and...

Charlsie Faye Cottle most recently of Dallas, Texas, passed on to glory on March 27, 2023. Charley, as she was affectionately known, was born in San Augustine, Texas, to the late Samuel and Lillie Peck on August 26, 1939. Charley was a free spirit who always saw the good in everyone. She was a joy to be around and had an infectious smile. She was an avid golfer and always made time for a game of Mahjong. She will be missed. Charlsie was preceded in death by her loving husband of 45 years...

Our charming mechanic and fixer went home to work on other things. Earnest transitioned peacefully on March 24, 2023 at his home in Aubrey, Texas.  Earnest was born January 1, 1955 to John Blueitt and Josephine Jones. He was a proud resident of Lewisville and Aubrey, Texas and worked on anything and everything throughout his life. He was known to be a charmer and had the ability to bring laughter and smiles to anyone around him. He was direct and loved the outdoors. His...

James "Rusty" Baker was born and raised in Dallas, Texas to the parentage of Guy and Sally Morgan. Rusty attended Morris school in Searcy, AR., then later attended Selwyn School in Denton, TX. Rusty then went on to TSTI in Waco, TX to further and continue his education. After working various jobs, he made his career working for the family business - Morgan Building and Spas. Survived by his Parents Guy and Sally Morgan, his wife, Jo Ann Baker, his son Adam Baker and his...

Mark Edmund Strawbridge passed away on March 7, 2023.  He was born on July 24, 1928 in Lowell, Massachusetts to Raymond C. and Ruth Roberts Strawbridge.  While in high school, some of his fondest memories were made while working at his uncle’s gas station to earn money to go to college.  After graduation from Winchester High School in 1946, he went to Boston University.  In 1949 Mark graduated with a BS in Business Administration.  After graduation he worked as...

Bobbie Jean Harper Hunt was born on September 1, 1935 in Dallas, Texas, the first of two children born to Lena B. Terrell and Bob Harper. She went to be with the Lord on Tuesday, February 21, 2023 in McKinney, Texas surrounded by her loving family. Bobbie is survived by her husband, Charles Hunt and sister, Susie Dunn; daughters, Debbie Cooper (Alan), Rebecca Rea (Robert); 9 grandchildren, Christi Bailey (Chad), Amy Villarreal (Jesse), Kelsey Cooper, Keala Rea-Jackson (Dave), Taeman Rea,...

WAYNE WILLARD WEAVER, JR. DALLAS - Wayne Willard Weaver, Jr., 81, died peacefully in his sleep February 19th, 2023, at home. He was born June 21st, 1941, in Augusta, Kansas, the son of Wayne Willard Weaver and Mary Isabel (Watkins) Schumann. Wayne graduated from Brackenridge High School in San Antonio, Class of 1959. Following graduation, he served with the U.S. Air Force in the Philippines, Guam, and Vietnam during the Vietnam War. After his honorable discharge, he met the love of his...

Kingston Cheng-Wu Yong went to be with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on February 17, 2023 at the age of 76 in Dallas, TX. At the time of his death, he was surrounded by his wife, family and many loved ones who ministered to him by reading the Bible and singing hymns in the hospital after he suffered a stroke. He was born in Honolulu (Kaimuki), HI, and as a boy, lived in Honolulu, Guam and the Big Island. He grew up with his grandmother living next door and eight aunts, two uncles and 29...

Charles passed away peacefully on February 17, 2023 at his residence at 77 years old. The family is deeply saddened by his sudden death. Mr. Chen Shing “Charles” Shu was born Changhua, Taiwan on May 14, 1945. He was the oldest of 5 children. In 1984, he immigrated to Dallas, Texas with his wife and two children. Through hard work and dedication, he built an import/export wholesale business from 1 product selling out of his house to over 500 products with a 6,000 square foot...

On 2/14/2023 Carmelita Apodaca transitioned peacefully as she was called home to be with The Lord. May those who mourn her passing gain comfort and healing in knowing they’ve gained an angel to protect and guide them. She enjoyed a life filled with various roles and achievements. Her most treasured were that of devoted mother, doting grandmother, and dedicated teacher. Her caring and generous nature impacted the lives of many. She was truly loved and will be deeply missed. She is...

Ayodeji Richard Thorpe, resident of Dallas, Texas passed away Saturday February 11, 2023 at age 68. Ayodeji was born October 24, 1954.  He is survived by wife, children and grandchildren. He was loved and cherished by family and friends, both near and far. Richard was a career focused architect who enjoyed his work deeply. He loved discussing politics as well as watching soccer and wrestling on TV. We honor his life and legacy now & forever.  His Life Celebration...

En la madrugada del viernes, 27 de enero de 2023, repentina e inesperadamente falleció Glen Raymond Rayford Wickersham Velez a la edad de 49 años. Glen nació en Rio Piedras, Puerto Rico el 19 de febrero de 1973, en el Hospital del Maestro. Fue el hijo único de la unión de sus padres Miriam Vélez Ortiz y Glen L. Wickersham, pero era el mayor de tres hermanos. Creció entre la ciudad de Rio Piedras y el pueblo de Sabana Grande en Puerto Rico. En...

Mr. Ronnie Darryl Bolden aka HOF was born in Hamlin, Texas on October 6, 1962, to the parentage of the late David and Ola Mae Douglas Bolden. He received his formal education in the Dallas Public schools. One brother, Donnie Bolden, preceded him in death and one sister, LaWanda Newman, earned her wings on January 29, 2023. The Angel of Silence entered Ronnie’s life Friday, January 27, 2023. Although, Ron has spent over 16 years in the staffing industry, it is his work outside of...

James Warren (Jim) Torrance passed away on Monday, January 23, 2023 at the age of ninety. Jim was born September 18, 1932 in Des Moines, Iowa to Charles and Grace Torrance. Jim and his family followed his father's military service to Nebraska, eventually settling in Portland, Oregon where Jim completed high school in 1950 and earned a BS degree in electrical engineering from Oregon State College (now University) in 1955. Following graduation, Jim joined General Electric engineering...

Blanca "La Abuelita" Como le llamaban. Nacio en Ciudad Barrios, San Miguel El Salvador  Murio a la edad de 94 años. Madre de 11 hijos, tuvo alrededor de 32 nietos y mas de 47 bisnietos.   La mayoria de su tiempo lo dedico al servicio del Señor Jesus, en la Iglesia Apostolica de la Fe en Cristo Jesus  en la Ciudad de San Miguel, siendo una de las principales mujeres que dedico su tiempo al evangelismo y apoyo a los pastores ademas de ser muy...

Every journey has a beginning, for Wenzala Hubbard, endearingly called Wendy to some, and Dee-Dee to her family, began her journey on a warm Wednesday, August 24, 1960. Born to the blessed union of Wendell and Marceline Hubbard in the “Wendy” city of Chicago, IL. Wendy’s foundational years spent closely with her immediate family. Fortunate to have had an older brother and sister. During these years she learned to play the piano, ice skate, and roller skate, amongst other...

Nohelia Amarilis Martinez Chirinos Eells  1942 – 2023 God welcomed Nohelia home on January 1st, 2023, at the age of 80.  Nohelia (Nohe to her siblings) was born on October 29th, 1942, the fourth of nine surviving children to Emilia Chirinos Martinez and Hector Martinez, in Coro, Venezuela, where she was also raised.  She studied journalism at the Universidad Central de Venezuela, in Caracas.  In 1972, she immigrated to the United States to study English in Ft....

Billy Ray Bowen, age 84, of Denton, Texas, went to go be with the father and receive his reward on December 24th, 2022 after declining in health following a fall on November 14th. Billy Ray was born June 1st, 1938 in Rudy, Arkansas to William Bowen and Estella Gregory. Billy Ray was married to Kathleen Bowen (nee Crawford) for 63 years and had five children. He was a veteran of the army, a former assistant pastor, and worked many other jobs before retiring in 2003. Billy was very involved...

Mary Louise Jordan passed away peacefully at home on December 22, 2022.  She was born in Calgary Canada, on December 9, 1930, and grew up in southern California.  Mary graduated from Citrus Junior College and Redlands University. Upon graduation, she taught elementary school children on the Edwards Airforce Base where she met her husband, Jerry.  The young couple moved to Dallas where Mary taught in the Dallas ISD before staying home to be a full-time, devoted wife and...

Brianna Lanise Fort, age 25, passed away on Saturday, December 17, 2002. She was born on October 10,1997 in New Orleans, LA to Melissa Fort and Charles Wilson, Jr. At the age of 7, her family was displaced due to the devastation caused by Hurricane Katrina and they ultimately relocated to Dallas, TX. Brianna loved to sing, and she was in the Choir at Naaman Forest High School in Garland, TX. She dreamed of becoming a famous singer one day doing what she loved to do the most. Brianna also...

Carol Ann McCarthy age 93, was born February 18th, 1929 to Madeline Cunningham and H. Stanley Cunningham, in Bangor, Maine.  She died Saturday December 17th, 2022 at her home in Carrollton Texas.  Carol is preceded in death by her husband of 66 years, James E McCarthy, Son-in-Law, Barry Burcham and Grandson, Michael Burkhart.  Carol was blessed with 8 children; Pat, Jim, Julia, John, Dan, Theresa, Paul, Robert and 17 grandchildren and 4 great grandchildren.  Carol was...

On December 6, 2022, CLARA MAE MILTON MURDOCK reached out to take the hand of her heavenly Father.  She is preceded in death by her mother Mary Caroline Russ Milton, her father Foy Cowen Milton, husband Cary Mack Murdock, daughter Marilyn Murdock Walderns, and sisters Ruby Wells and Hazel Clements. Survivors are her son Michael Cary Murdock (wife Rebecca) and her five grandchildren: Grant Murdock (wife Rebekah), Hannah Murdock (partner Melanie), Laura Walderns Kirk (husband Jason),...

Sandra Sue Hart, 75, went to be with the Lord on Tuesday, November 29, 2022. We are heartbroken to lose someone so special. She was a wonderful, kind, and generous wife, mother, sister, friend, and we will miss her dearly. Sandra was married to her loving husband, Loren Hart for 44 years. She enjoyed volunteering her time with him at Texas Italian Greyhound Rescue (TIGR) and traveling with her friends to see Elvis tribute concerts. She was preceded in death by her father, Clarence...

Thomas Kevin Bard, age 58, of Little Elm, Texas, sadly passed on November 25, 2022 following a tragic ATV accident.  Thomas was a Master Mason, Professional Pool Designer, and an avid Hunter.   Thomas is survived by his wife Christine, daughter’s Nikki and Ashley; Parents- Fred and Alyce Bard, Sister Kristi and spouse Michael Jurcak, Brother Kirk and his spouse Astrid Bard, his Nieces, Nephews, and extended family and friends.   A memorial service will be held in his...

On November 24, 2022, Tiffany Leigh “Gabel” Prazak, Loving Wife and Mother of three, passed away at age fifty-three. An Avid Artist, Plantsman and Naturalist. Tiffany earned an Associates of Arts and Sciences in Mental Health Counseling.  Tiffany had an infectious loving spirit, She loved children and all children loved her, there was not anyone Tiffany met that she didn’t leave a beautiful forever impression on. She loved reading and learning, she loved painting and...

It would be difficult to try to boil Jerry Niles Jordan down to a few adjectives, but if one had to choose, one would say that he was curious, hardworking, generous, and welcoming. He was born in 1929 in Wink, Texas. He was the son of a self-made oilman and a Red Cross Desert Rat Volunteer (a volunteer selected from across the nation to assist soldiers testing atomic bombs in the 1950s). Jerry took his education seriously and graduated Highland Park High School at sixteen. He was an Eagle...

Mary C. Cruz was a caring wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend. She left this world peacefully on November 8, 2022, at 76. Mary loved spending time fishing, dancing, and having family game nights. She will be dearly missed, but she is no longer suffering. 2 children and 5 stepchildren survive her: Leticia Medina-Cruz, of Lewisville, TX; Lisette Medina, of Little Elm, TX; Michael Cruz of Lewisville, TX; Cathy Meza of Garland, TX; Patsy Arnold of Hendersonville, TN; Yvonne Rodriguez...

Dean Peter Pyle, age 54, of Rockwall, Texas, passed away on November 3rd, 2022. Dean had spent over 60 days in the hospital after a kidney transplant that was later removed due to a massive infection and arterial bleed. After coming home in August, he fought so hard to get better and regain his strength. A secondary issue, Calciphylaxis, began and was diagnosed before his death. Calciphylaxis took its toll on Dean and he ended up back in the hospital, where he fought to make it for 7 days....

Patricia Ann (Cook) Hoffmeister, 86, of Lewisville, Texas passed away November 2, 2022. Pat was born on July 4, 1936, in West Palm Beach, Florida, to James and Daisy (McCroan) Cook. Not long after graduating from Lake Worth High school in 1954, Pat was eating with friends at a local diner and asked a handsome young man to pass her the salt. David Hoffmeister obliged, one thing led to another - and after a 4-year courtship, David & Pat were married...

We are heartbroken to announce the passing of mom, Glenda Lynette Laseter of Dallas.  Lynette left us for heaven on October 15th of 2022 at the age of 78 after a long battle with Alzheimer’s disease. Born of Morton James and Christine Marguerite Hull on August 7, 1944. She is preceded in death by her husband EW Laseter and is survived by her daughter Charlotte Jeanine Wilbanks, and by her son Chris Laseter and his wife Christie Laseter, and their girls Kayla and Tiffaney Laseter...

Johnny Frank Fails, 78, of Tyler, Texas, passed away on October 12, 2022. Final goodbyes and visitation will be Sunday October 16, 2022 11am-1pm at Gateway Funerals & Cremation 17390 Preston Rd. Ste. 310, Dallas, TX. 75252. Johnny was born in East Texas on October 8, 1944. He attended Chapel Hill High School. Johnny was married to Geneva White on May 10, 1963; they were married 59 years. Johnny worked for Tyler Pipe for 28...

Marie Mildred (‘Rie) (Scheminant) Bentley, age 88, of Dallas, Texas, passed away on September 27, 2022 from sepsis. The funeral service will be held at 11:00 am October 1, 2022 at the Bristol Cemetery. Funeral arrangements are being handled by Gateway Funerals and Cremation. Marie was born in Baltimore, Maryland on May 18, 1934. Marie was married to Oscar Howard Bentley (Buddy) on September 2, 1960. Marie and Buddy were married 56 years until he passed in 2016. Marie worked...

Ronald Joseph “Ron” Weisenberger, 78, passed away from complications related to multiple sclerosis in Coppell, Texas, on September 18, just over a week before his 79th birthday. Born September 27, 1943, in Tiffin, Ohio, to Carl “Bud” and Leona (née Kinsey) Weisenberger, Ron grew up in Kenton, Ohio, and was the oldest of three siblings. He briefly attended Carnegie Tech (now Carnegie Mellon University) in Pittsburgh before joining the United States Air Force...

Will was born in Stuttgart, Germany while his parents were stationed there with the US Military. The family moved to Texas when Will was still very young and, after Will’s father returned from the First Gulf War, the family welcomed his brother Wade. The family moved once again and settled in Dallas, Georgia. Will attended elementary, middle and high school there. The boys were active in the Cub Scouts and sports, and Will developed a love for the game of football early on. Will...

GLORIA BACA WAS A MOTHER, GRANDMA, SISTER AND GREAT GRANDMOTHER. AS MANY KNOW, THE LOVE GLORIA HAD FOR HER GRANDKIDS, MARINA, LIZ AND JAVIER. HER GREAT-GRANDKIDS FAITH, JAY-JAY, AND CHRISTIAN. HER DAUGHTERS NORMA, AND PERLA. HONESTLY, IF YOU KNEW GLORIA, ALL SHE EVER TALKED ABOUT WAS HER FAMILY! SHE WAS THE STRONGEST WOMAN YOU COULD EVER KNOW. SHE WOULD BE IN PAIN AND YOU WOULD NEVER KNOW BECAUSE THAT IS WHO SHE WAS.  SHE CARES FOR OTHERS BEFORE HERSELF. SHE...

Hunter Hubert Miller, 88, of Tyler (Hideaway Lake) TX passed away Friday, August 19, 2022. Hunter was a loving father, brother and grandfather born November 10, 1933, in Luray VA to parents Hunter Henry Miller & Leola Eveline Gray Hagler. He proudly served in the US Marine Corps from 1951-1955, followed by a career as a computer operator for the federal government. Golf was one of his favorite past times, even working as a golf marshal at Hideaway Lake in retirement. Hunter...

Harriet Ann Stovall Kelley, 88,  died August 13th peacefully in her sleep while under the care of hospice near her North Dallas home. The daughter of Benjamin Franklin “Stovie” Stovall and Evelyn LinchStovall, she was born in Atlanta, GA on December 31st, 1933. She attended Grady High School and later Agnes Scott College (Atlanta), where she earned a degree in Art, and a minor in Botany. In 1958 she married childhood best friend, Lt. JG Charles (Chuck) Morgan Kelley, USN. A...

Terry Dean Crawford, age 71, died peacefully on Tuesday, August 9, 2022 after a long and valiant struggle with several chronic health conditions. Terry was born in Crystal City, Texas to Robert S. and Betty E. (Zimmerman) Crawford in late 1950.  As a proud 5th generation Texan who could trace his ancestry directly to the Battle of San Jacinto, he had an idyllic childhood growing up in the small town of Uvalde.  Even from a young age it was clear that Terry had a strong, kind,...

Charles Collings Jr. 83, has made his final sail to sea on August 1, 2022. Charles Collings Jr. was born to Charles Collings and Katherine Dee in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, PA on December 3, 1938. Born and raised in South Philadelphia in the Greys Ferry section of the city. He was a proud Merchant Mariner and told his friends and family of his adventures at sea. He sailed his first voyage on December 2, 1960 during his career he had a total of 8601 days at sea in his career. He held the...

Janell Minter Faggett, 78, of Carrollton, Texas, earned her wings on August 1, 2022.   She was born in Dallas, Texas on September 24, 1943, to Horace Minter and Ethel Green Minter.  She attended Lakeview Public School in Big Spring, TX.  She was a Methodist and belonged to Baker’s Chapel AME until moving to Carrollton, TX where she is a member of Impact Church DFW a non-domination church.  She married Roosevelt Faggett on September 25, 1998.  Janell worked...

Gary Michael Kroneberger was born on January 14th in Worthington, Minnesota, to Michael and Marilyn Kroneberger. He was very active, determined, and strong-willed.  His mom and sister describe him this way.  He was so handsome, he loved to joke, and was a talented athlete.  Gary was the anchorman for the track team, being relied on to win the race, had a great golf swing, and was a high scorer on the basketball team for his high school.  He had a determination and drive...