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Obituaries
Local obituaries for Garland, Texas.
Chuponda L. Walker
May 17, 2026
Chuponda L. Walker was born in McKinney, Texas, to J.P. Walker and Joann Drake and was lovingly raised in Plano, Texas. From an early age, Chuponda carried a light within her that could brighten any room. Her smile was unforgettable, her laughter was contagious, and her heart was truly one of a kind.
Chuponda was fun-loving, full of life, and always...
Horace Eugene Purvis
May 16, 2026
Horace Eugene Purvis was born on March 27, 1947, to the late John Jackson, Jr. and Mae Francis Jackson in Fort Worth, Texas.
Eugene grew up in Mansfield, Texas, where he attended schools in the Mansfield Independent School District. He later graduated from I.M. Terrell High School in the Fort Worth Independent School District.
Eugene, as he was affectionately known, married the...
Nathan Posie Randle
May 15, 2026
Nathan Posie Randle was born to the union of William and Patricia Randle on January 4, 1971, in Dallas, Texas.
Nathan grew up in Dallas, where he attended elementary and middle school. He was a proud graduate of South Oak Cliff High School in Dallas, TX and later continued his education at Stephen F. Austin State University, where he also played...
Verl Louise Beard
May 12, 2026
Verl Louise Beard, affectionately known to many as “Nanny,” departed this life on May 12, 2026, at the age of 83. Born on October 6, 1943, in Gilmer, Texas, to Wesley and Ora Mae Mitchell.
During her lifetime, Verl worked for the Arlington Independent School District as a cook for over 10 years, faithfully serving students and staff. She was once...
Ionne Denise Clark
May 9, 2026
Ionne Denise "Neicy" Clark was born February 12, 1956, to the late Ernest D. Tisdale and Elizabeth Johnson Tisdale of Washington, D. C. She was number 6 of 7 children.
Neicy received her primary education in D. C. public schools at Bryant Elementary and Hine Jr. High School. She also attended Central Texas College in Killeen, Texas.
Neicy married the late John...
Dennis Ray Thomas
May 4, 2026
Dennis Ray Thomas was born on December 28, 1962, to Bercey and Mary Thomas in Rockwall, Texas. He was raised in Terrell, Texas, where he spent much of his life building lasting relationships and memories.
Dennis was employed with Rockwall Landscape for several years, where he was known for his strong work ethic and dedication. He later met the love of...
Henry Dismuke
May 4, 2026
Henry “Tweet” Dismuke
August 24, 1944 – May 4, 2026
Henry Dismuke, a man of profound kindness, quiet strength, and impeccable style, passed away peacefully on May 4, 2026, at the age of 81. Born in the Prescott / Hope area of Arkansas, Henry carried the values of his Southern roots with him throughout a life defined by service and steady devotion.
A...
Loghan Uriah Cooper
Apr 28, 2026
With heavy hearts, we announce the death of Loghan Uriah Cooper (Garland, Texas), who passed away on April 28, 2026 at the age of 19. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
As we bid Loghan farewell, let us not mourn the absence of their physical form, but rather...
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