Obituaries

Dec 20, 2024

Billie (Bill) Howard McClendon, 87, passed away peacefully on December 20, 2024 after a year-long battle with stomach cancer. He was born on February 8, 1937, in Mexia, TX, to Elvie and Katherine McClendon in his grandparents’ home; he was the older sibling of his beloved sister, Janet Schneider.

Bill grew up just north of Groesbeck, TX, and enjoyed living in...

Dec 20, 2024

In loving memory of Linda Lou White, Born January 1, 1946 - December 20, 2024.

 It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Linda, 78, on December 20, 2024, surrounded by love from her family. A devoted mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, Linda touched countless lives with her warmth, wisdom, and love. Born on January 1, 1946, in...

Dec 19, 2024

"Today, we come together to honor and remember Kim Moses. Kim was a strong-willed and outgoing soul, someone who approached life with determination, a fiery spirit, and a heart full of kindness. She had a way of making everyone feel welcomed and valued, bringing joy and positivity wherever she went. Kim was a devoted wife to her loving husband, Doug,...

Dec 18, 2024

James Roderick Medcalf of Wylie, Tx was born on May 20, 1931 in Melissa, Tx to Jimmie Joy and Roderick Medcalf. He passed peacefully on December 18, 2024, surrounded by his loving wife and family.

James was a beloved husband, father, PaPa, and a cherished friend to many. He found joy in spending time with his family, especially his grandchildren and...

Dec 17, 2024

Deborah Janice Tabor Frick, 70, of Sachse, TX was welcomed home by her Heavenly Father on December 17, 2024. 

 Debbie was born to William Dean and Janice Marie Brown Tabor in Bedford, Indiana on July 5, 1954. As a young child she was born into the family of God through the washing of Holy Baptism. 

 Her family was the first in many...

Dec 16, 2024

Evelyn Lowery, 88, passed away peacefully on December 16, 2024, surrounded by her family. She was born on April 28, 1936, in Midland, Texas, to G.D. and Laverne West and was the younger sibling of her beloved brother, Robert West.

 Evelyn’s childhood was shaped by the Great Depression and World War II. Her family moved to Memphis, where her father worked...

Dec 15, 2024

Joycelyn Kay Whittington was born June 14, 1947, in Goodwell, Oklahoma, to Mary and A G Grooms. She opened her eyes in Heaven the evening of December 15, 2024.

 

Joycelyn married Richard Whittington on March 15, 1963 and they welcomed daughters Ginger and Robin. Through their nearly 62 years of marriage, Joycelyn and Richard were the image of true, unconditional, and...

Dec 15, 2024

Mark Edward Shaffer died on December 15, 2024, in Dallas, Texas. He was preceded in death by parents Rex and Christine Shaffer, and siblings Larry Shaffer, Pat Shaffer, and Dick Shaffer. He is survived by his wife, Margaret Shaffer and children Cole Shaffer, David Shaffer and Meredith Eastman. He is also survived by siblings Barbara Bastian, Rex Shaffer, Thomas Shaffer,...

Dec 14, 2024

Jo Ann Edwards Chandler was born on April 9, 1932, in Branch, Texas to William Hershel Edwards & Lillian Ann Dees Edwards. Growing up in Collin County, she lived mainly in Farmersville, Nevada, McKinney & Princeton.

Jo Ann married Tommy ‘Bud’ Chandler in April 1952, and they moved to Garland where together they raised five children, Joyce, Shirley, Judy, Annette &...

Dec 13, 2024

Jesus "Jesse" Angel Rodriguez Jr. was born on March 18, 1984 in Del Rio, Texas. He passed away on December 13, 2024 in Dallas, Texas.

Jesse was preceded in death by his father, Jesus Rodriguez. He is survived by his loving mother, Silvia Fletcher, and stepfather Rick Fletcher, as well as his children: Daisy Marie, Jesus Manuel Angel, Priscilla Jasmine, and...

Dec 12, 2024

James Rodney Thomas, 81, of Dallas TX, passed away peacefully on December 12, 2024 surrounded by family.

Jim was born on May 23rd, 1943, in Fort Bragg, NC, to Lois Fowler and Rodney Adams. After the tragic death of his father during the D-Day invasion of WWII, Lois remarried to David Thomas, who adopted Jim and gave him the family name...

Dec 11, 2024

Betty Sue Spraggins born April 2, 1933 in Douglasville, Texas to parents Thomas Augustus Nichols and Donie Lessie Sanders passed away on December 11, 2024 in Wylie, Texas.

She is preceded in death by her husband of 51 years Joseph Wayne Spraggins of Murphy, Texas, sister and brother in law Geraldine "Jeri" and Gerald Elkins of Bethesda, Maryland, son in law...

Dec 10, 2024

Celebrating the life and Legacy of Robert Lee Waterhouse

Robert (Bob) Waterhouse was born in Center, Texas on June 12, 1930, to Joe and Eva Waterhouse. His mother raised he and his older sister, Sarah, to be united in the church. The four of them were happy living in Center, Texas until his father was killed in an automobile accident. Bob's...

Dec 10, 2024

Jennifer Nicole Murray's journey ended on December 10, 2024. She accepted her journey that God has given her, She fought so hard against cancer till the end.

She was full of life and adventure person. She was loved by so many people & friend's and her members from Life Church in McKinney Texas.

Those left to honor and cherish her memory are...

Dec 7, 2024

Teresa Yvonne (Hurt) Wyatt, passed away on December 7, 2024. Born on September 28, 1949, in Fort Worth, Teresa was known for her love for her children and family. Her generosity and loving spirit were illustrated by her service to the community schools, Churches of Christ, and volunteer organizations where her daughters and family were active. Though she held a...

Dec 6, 2024

Betty Jane Collins, affectionately known as Jane, passed away peacefully on December 6, 2024, leaving a legacy of love, generosity, and creativity. Born on June 22, 1934, in Washington, Pennsylvania, Jane was a cherished daughter of John Lewis Becker and Edna Jane Becker. She grew up with her older half-siblings, John Lawrence (Buss) and Helen.

 Jane's early years were marked by...

Dec 6, 2024

Ruth Dolores Meadlin Thompson was born in the Charleston Community in Delta County, Texas on March 10, 1940. Her parents were Keller Euell Meadlin and Jetty Lee Black Meadlin.  As a child, she attended East Delta School in Delta County. After the family moved to Dallas, she graduated from Adamson High School in Oak Cliff. After graduation, Ruth attended the...

Dec 3, 2024

Pathickal Joseph Kurian (or Raju or Njoonji) was born into the Pathickal family of Keezhillam, Kerala, India on August 4th, 1942. He was the third child of Mr. P. P. Joseph and Mrs. Mariamma Joseph. He grew up with his siblings, Rev. Dr. Paul Pathickal, the Late Mr. P. J. Varghese, the Late Mr. P. J. John, Mr. P. J....

Dec 2, 2024

Bruce Lynn Ritchie, age 73, of Dallas, Texas, passed from this life on Monday, December 2, 2024. Bruce was born to Thomas Eugene Ritchie, Sr. and Valeria Christeen (Burnett) Ritchie in Dallas, Texas.

Bruce is survived by his sister Helen Christeen (Ritchie) Georgopoulos of Garland, Texas; and his brother Clayton F Ritchie (Kathryn) of Farmersville, Texas as well as a host...

Nov 29, 2024