Obituaries

Beulah Mae Dicus

Beulah Mae Dicus

Aug 19, 2024

        Beulah was born on November 24, 1936, to Gus and Mable Ahrens in Kingfisher, Oklahoma. She lived in Kingfisher during her childhood with her older brothers, Phil and Everett, and her younger sister, Peggy. In the 1940s, the family moved to Texas to the Rio Grande Valley where they continued farming work. Beulah attended Sharyland High...

Laura Aparicio

Laura Aparicio

Aug 19, 2024

In loving memory of Laura Aparicio a devoted mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and friend to all who passed away peacefully on August 19, 2024.

Her legacy of love, resilience, and compassion will forever remain in our hearts. Laura leaves behind a family who will deeply miss her, but her love will continue to light our way.

Jeanne Landry Phillips

Jeanne Landry Phillips

Aug 18, 2024

Jeanne Phillips passed away on August 18, 2024 in Richardson, Texas.

She was born Jeanne Marie Landry on September 8, 1939 in Assumption Parish, in the heart of bayou country in South Louisiana. She was one of five children of Everette Landry, Sr. and Louisianne Landry. She attended Assumption High School where she was an honors graduate in 1956. She enrolled...

Vicki Childre

Vicki Childre

Aug 18, 2024

Vicki Lynn Smith, born November 5, 1962 at St. Paul Hospital in Dallas, TX to Gary O'Neal Smith and Brenda Chaney Smith.  In 1968, she was crowned Garland's Little Miss Jubilee, winning many prizes.  She attended Jeannie Strain School of Baton.  She was very talented and won many trophies and awards.  She attended Daugherty Elementary, then Coyle Middle School where...

Ruth Elaine White

Ruth Elaine White

Aug 15, 2024

Elaine White, born Ruth Elaine Rhoer on January 19, 1937, in Webster City, Iowa passed away August 15, 2024, in Spearfish, South Dakota. She was the fourth of five children born to Paul and Vera (Simmons) Rhoer. 

Elaine grew up in America’s Golden Age. Although their family of seven worked hard to make ends meet, they never went without necessities. Elaine...

Everett S. Jones, Jr.

Everett S. Jones, Jr.

Aug 12, 2024

Everett Smith Jones, Jr. (Chip) December 31, 1953 – August 12, 2024

Everett Smith Jones, Jr., known fondly as Chip, passed away on August 12, 2024, at the age of 70 in Rockwall, TX, surrounded by his loving family.

Chip was born on December 31,1953 in Port Neches, Texas. He graduated from North Dallas High School, where he was a standout baseball...

Avelina Guggenbuehl

Avelina Guggenbuehl

Aug 7, 2024

Avelina Guggenbuehl was born on March 12, 1934 in Brady Texas to Eduardo and Mariana Castro and passed away on Wednesday, August 7, 2024 in Richardson, Texas. 

Avelina is preceded in death by her parents and husband Richard Guggenbuehl, siblings Odilia Castro Cervantes, Rodolfo Sanchez Castro, Demetrio Sanchez Castro, Alicia Castro DeHoyos, Tomasita Castro Spicer, and Eduardo Sanchez Castro.

Avelina is survived...

Charley Jack Pate

Charley Jack Pate

Aug 7, 2024

Charley “PapaJack” Pate, Jr. of Wylie, TX was welcomed to his heavenly home on August 7, 2024. He was born on October 8, 1949 in Dallas, Texas to Charley Jack Pate Sr. and Dorothy Jean Pate. 

Jack attended South Garland High School and graduated in 1968. He was a loving husband, father, and grandfather. He courageously served in the Navy during...

Mary Lou Robinson

Mary Lou Robinson

Aug 6, 2024

Mary Lou Robinson was born on April 26,1937 to Everett and Lou Ellen Petty in Meade, Oklahoma. She married K.K. Robinson in 1953 and they had two children, Kenneth Kadane Robinson II (Kenny) and Mary Kathleen Robinson (Kathy). They made their home in McKinney, Texas. Mary departed this earth for her heavenly home on August 6, 2024.

Mary worked for decades...

Rene C. Rodriguez

Rene C. Rodriguez

Aug 5, 2024

Rene C. Rodriguez, 82, a resident of the world, passed away in McKinney, Texas, in the early morning hours on August 5, 2024, surrounded by those who honor and love him. 

Rene was born on October 26, 1941, from humble beginnings in the South Texas border town of Harlingen, the second born son of four children. His strong work ethic, developed...

Brian Willingham

Brian Willingham

Aug 4, 2024

Brian Keith Willingham, 55 of Princeton, TX passed away on Sunday August 4,2024.

Brian worked as a truck driver for Concrete Redi for 5 years. Brian was a loving, dedicated , hardworking man who always put the needs of his family and friends ahead of his own. Brian loved cooking, grilling, smoking meat and spending time with who he loved the...

Linda Rolen Stephens

Linda Rolen Stephens

Aug 3, 2024

Linda Rolen Stephens, age 74, of McKinney, TX, joined her Heavenly Father early Saturday morning, August 3, 2024. She was born August 29th, 1949, along with her twin sister Glinda in Commerce, TX, to Lee & Christene Rolen. She was raised in Ladonia, TX.

Linda was a Christian and a member of the McKinney Church of God for many years. She...

Francisco A. Padron Sr.

Francisco A. Padron Sr.

Aug 1, 2024

Francisco A. Padron, born on April 20, 1946, in Robstown, Texas, passed away on August 1, 2024, at the age of 78 in McKinney, Texas. He was a dedicated employee at Bee Builders until his retirement, Francisco was known for his strong work ethic and immense kindness.

 Remembered for his open arms and welcoming heart, Francisco cherished the time spent with...

Mary McCord

Mary McCord

Jul 30, 2024

Mary Dunihoo McCord went to meet her Lord and Savior on Tuesday, July 30, 2024.  She was born on February 2, 1934 to Phillip and Fannie (Jacobs) Donihoo of Hopkins County, Texas.  

Mary's life was spend on a farm helping her Dad with peaches and other fruits and vegetables.  She graduated from Cumby High School.  She moved to Dallas after...

Jerry Paul Morris

Jerry Paul Morris

Jul 27, 2024

Jerry Paul Morris, age 74 of Sherman, Texas, passed away on July 27, 2024 in Plano, Texas. He was born on August 27, 1949 in Sherman, Texas to Charles Winfred and Ruby Christine (Watson) Morris. Jerry graduated from McKinney High School in 1967 and married Lucretia Reynolds November 22, 1968. They were married for fourteen years and had two children....

Charity Nicole Lewis

Charity Nicole Lewis

Jul 26, 2024

Charity Nicole Lewis was born on March 9, 1982 in Pampa, Texas to Allen Ray Lewis and Helen (Tate) Lewis. From an early age Charity showed us that she was going to be strong willed and full of fun and laughter. In grade school it became evident that her intelligence was above her fellow students as it was determined she...

Gary Stephan Day

Gary Stephan Day

Jul 25, 2024

After an extended illness, our beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother and friend, Gary Stephan Day passed away peacefully at home on July 25, 2024, surrounded by his family. 

Gary is survived by Wendy, his wife of 52 years, son Nathan and wife Tameka Day, and grandchildren, Nicole, Brice and Drew. Other survivors include family members Bobbie Johnson, Doug and Sandy Bennett,...

Robert Charles Voirin

Robert Charles Voirin

Jul 24, 2024

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Robert Charles Voirin, who left us on July 24, 2024, at the age of 70. Born on June 10, 1954, in Irving, Texas. Robert proudly served his country in the United States Air Force, achieving the rank of Staff Sergeant. His commitment to his nation and his exemplary service...

Hazel Marie Gregory

Hazel Marie Gregory

Jul 20, 2024



Hazel Marie Gregory, age 88, was born March 22, 1936, in Sachse, Texas. She was the great-great granddaughter of William Sachse.

She was preceded in death by her parents Luther and Gladys Bailey and her sisters Naomi Ruth Robinson (Ruthie), Nada Davis, Jerry Graham, Freda Herring, and Nelda Crawford.

Hazel is survived by her daughter Leslie White and husband Scott, daughter Julie...

Jose Manuel Viquez, Jr.

Jose Manuel Viquez, Jr.

Jul 19, 2024

Jose (Joe/Tito) Manuel Viquez Jr., beloved son, father, brother, and friend, passed away on July 19, 2024, in Dallas, TX. He was born on February 9, 1978, in San Jose, Costa Rica, to José Manuel Viquez Sr. and Ruth Hernandez Viquez.

Joe is survived by his loving son Jeremiah Viquez, his father José Manuel Viquez Sr., his mother Ruth Hernandez Viquez,...