Obituaries

Jan 6, 2026

Dorise was born on January 18, 1967, to the parentage of Lurlean and James D. Miles.

Dorise attended school in the Kaufman Independent School District in Kaufman Couty, Texas.

She later moved to Rockwall, Texas where she met the father of her children, Joe Earl Strange, Jr. She was a mother who possessed wisdom, guidance,...

Jan 6, 2026

Please keep the family of Emerson C. Thompson in your prayers at this time.

Jan 5, 2026

Nevina Marie was born May 18, 1929, in Guthrie, Oklahoma, to Leford and Florence Stevenson. She had a praying mother, so therefore, she came to know the Lord very early in life.

As a young girl, the family moved to Tipton, Oklahoma. She went on to meet and marry James A. O'Neal. She and her husband moved...

Jan 4, 2026

Dwayne Lee Lamon Finley was born on February 10, 1972, in Dallas, Texas to the parentage of Caroline Finley and Johnny O'Dell Finley. Being the youngest of three, he was the baby brother of Gracie Finley and Dale Finley, Jr.

Proverbs 14:23 All hard work brings a profit, but mere talk leads only to poverty.

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Jan 4, 2026

Today, we celebrate the beautiful and vibrant life of Carl Anthony Allen, born September 8, 1965, in San Antonio, Texas, to Opal Allen and the late Ardrie Allen. Carl was love personified—sweet, forgiving, and always ready to turn an ordinary moment into a good time. He was a dancer and a singer, especially when a Gerald Levert song came...

Jan 2, 2026

Please keep the family of Mr. Charles Davis in your prayers at this time.

Dec 28, 2025

Jermohn Zabrein Richard, lovingly known as "Lil Money", passed away unexpectedly on December 28, 2025, at the age of 37.

Jermohn is the beloved son of Herbert Mohnzabrein Richard and Tracey Renee Richard (Daniel) born on July 31, 1988, in Dallas, Texas. He was premature at birth, born at seven months, and weighing 4lbs and 1 ounce. ...

Dec 24, 2025

Courtlynn Renee Alfreda Lauderdale Seaton, known by many as "Nae" age six was born on April 9, 2019 in Edmond, Oklahoma to the parentage of Charlesia Hamilton and Rodney Seaton. Courtlynn gained her angel wings December 24, 2025, after blessing this world with six beautiful years of love, laughter, and light.

Courtlynn resided in Texas from the...

Dec 23, 2025

Shirley Kent Rattler was born August 10, 1952, in Vivian, Louisiana to the parentage of Linda Mae Rattler and Willie D Rattler, Sr. She was the fifth of seven siblings.

Shirley received her formal education in Vivian, Louisiana, where she graduated High School. She moved to Texas and started her career in Medical Records at Presbyterian Hospital...

Dec 22, 2025

Robert E. Taylor, Jr. was born to the parentage of Robert and Regina Taylor,Sr. on February 5, 1987, in Dallas, Texas.

At the age of 38, Robert Jr. transitioned to Glory on December 22nd, 2025, at Baylor Hospital (Dallas) surrounded by his family.

Robert Jr., affectionately known as Chubb, attended Poteet High School, where he...

Dec 22, 2025

Sidney ("Sid") Evans, age 73, went to be with the Lord on December 22, 2025. Born on December 17, 1952, in Lubbock, Texas, Sidney was the beloved son of Willie Neil Evans and Rosie Lee Evans.

Sid was a man who always saw the good in people—even when others could not. He is known for a wealth...

Dec 22, 2025

On December 22, 2025, our beloved Patricia Ann Aaron, was called home to be with the Lord. Patricia Ann lived a life rooted in faith, devoted to Christ, and guided by the teachings of the Holy Bible.

Patricia Ann Aaron was born to the parentage of B.C. Houston and Emmarene Houston on January 1, 1955, in Moncks...

Dec 21, 2025

Jannie P. Lynch was born to Isabella P. Drumgold and Robert Drumgold on June 11, 1937, in North Carolina. She moved to Texas in 1998 where she resided until she was called to her heavenly home. She lived to be 88 years old.

Jannie was the widow of John W. Lynch and the proud mother of nine. ...

Dec 17, 2025

Some people just know how to live, Phonzell Brown – the handsome, stylish, witty guy with a slow grin – spent 85 years showing how it's done.

Born in Calvert, Texas to Ferguson and Velma Brown, he was raised by his grandparents, Will and Ada Brown on their family farm with his brother, Sonny, his two cousins,...

Dec 14, 2025

Dennis "Curly" Smothers was born March 21, 1931, to Andrew and Mattie Lou Smothers in Cross County, Parkin, Arkansas. Following the untimely death of his father when Dennis was just four years old, his mother moved the family to Jonesboro, Arkansas, in the early 1940s. Although Dennis received a formal education, he began working at a young age to...

Dec 11, 2025

Barbara Dean Williams, age 74, entered into eternal rest on Thursday, December 11, 2025, leaving behind a legacy of faith, service, and devotion to her family, community, and the Order of the Eastern Star. Barbara was born on May 15, 1951, to the parentage of George and Celia Clark. She was the sister to Bauress "Pic", George "Jr.", and...

Dec 4, 2025

Betty Jean Henderson was born on January 20, 1933, in Plano, Texas, to the loving and proud parents Willie Mae Morgan and James L. Thomas. She was the 10th of 11 siblings.

Betty attended Plano Independent School District until she married the late Chester Conway Taylor. She then went on to welcome four beautiful children into this...

Dec 2, 2025

Please keep the family of Demont Owens in your prayers at this time.

Dec 1, 2025

Rickey Renea Sims was born on June 3, 1961, in Greenville, Texas to Essie and Tommy Lee Sims.

Rickey transitioned from his earthly home to his Heavenly home on Monday, December 1, 2025, in Dallas, Tx, leaving the following to cherish his memories: his loving wife, Katherine Sims of 25 years of marriage; his dear mother, Essie...

Dec 1, 2025

Debra Ann Chester was born on April 17, 1957, to Willie Miller and Mattie Louise Chester in Garland, Texas. From the moment she arrived, Debra was destined to break barriers and make history. In the Fall of 1963, when Black students were given the opportunity to integrate into white schools, she boldly chose to attend Central Elementary. She wanted...