Obituaries
Ray Kneggs Sr.
Aug 8, 2026
Albin Ray Kneggs, Sr., 90, of Rowlett, Texas, passed away peacefully at his home on August 8, 2026, with his beloved wife, Shirley, by his side.
Ray was born on August 6, 1936, in Bonham, Texas, to J.R. and Ruby Kneggs. He attended Greenville High School. He married the love of his life, Shirley Ann Webb, on August 5, 1955. Together,...
Billy Norman Lewis
Aug 7, 2026
Billy Norman Lewis our beloved husband, dad, and granddaddy passed away August 7, 2026 and is in Heaven with our Loving Lord. He loved Christ with all his heart. He was a member of Freeman Heights Baptist Church in Garland for many years. He loved his family and his many friends. He was a very giving and kind man always...
Richard David Sampsel
Aug 6, 2026
Richard David “Rick” Sampsel, 79, passed away on Thursday, August 6, 2026, after a long battle with diabetes, heart disease and end stage renal failure.
Rick was born in Mansfield, Ohio, but spent much of his life in the Garland, Texas area. He attended Garland High School and later graduated from Lexington High School in Lexington, Ohio. After graduation, he enlisted...
Shiela Dorothy Newton
Aug 5, 2026
Sheila Dorothy Newton, of Richardson, Texas, passed away peacefully on August 5, 2026, surrounded by her loving family.
Sheila was born on November 19, 1931, in New Delhi, India. She was the beloved wife of the late Cecil Newton and the cherished daughter of the late Rev. Thomas Phillips and the late Mrs. Shanti Phillips.
Sheila was a woman of great dedication,...
Barbara Sue Johnson
Aug 4, 2026
It is with heavy hearts that we share the sudden passing of our beloved and cherished member of our family, Barbara Johnson.
Barbara Sue Bohannan was born on November 12, 1941 to Myrtle and Walter Bohannan in the little river town of Alton, Illinois. She would often comment about being teased when the song “Barbara Ann” became popular because, of course,...
James Patrick "Sam" Donovan
Aug 4, 2026
A memorial service will be held Friday, August 28, 2026, at Henning Memorial United Methodist Church in Sulphur, Louisiana. Visitation will be held from 4:00 PM to 5:30 PM in the sanctuary, with the memorial service beginning at 5:30 PM.
A celebration of life will follow at 6:30 PM in Key Hall.
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James Patrick “Sam” Donovan, 66, of Princeton, Texas, passed away...
Michael Fred Moore
Aug 4, 2026
Michael Fred Moore was born December 20, 1958 and went to join his maker on August 4, 2026.
Michael had a full life, living in Michigan, Colorado, California and lastly in Texas. He married his high school sweetheart, Terri (Carbonneau) Moore and had 2 daughters, Jordyn Anne Moore and Amanda Marcia (Moore) Miller. He also had the joy of spending time...
Jana Stroud Jackson
Aug 3, 2026
Jana Gail Stroud Jackson, 80, of Nevada, TX, passed away peacefully on August 3, 2026, after a brief and sudden illness. She was born on January 16, 1946, in Morrilton, AR, to JC and Aylene Stroud.
Jana will be remembered for her love for Jesus, her servant heart and her creativity - as she was affectionately known as “The Wreath Fairy....
Cristian Anastasio Martinez
Aug 3, 2026
Cristian A. Martinez passed away, leaving behind a legacy of deep love, curiosity, and an unshakable bond with everyone he held dear.
Born in Dallas, Texas, on March 18, 2001, Cristian later moved north and was raised in Findlay, Ohio, where his bright personality and caring nature made him a beloved part of the lives of so many.
Growing up in Findlay,...
Marvin Hoggatt
Aug 1, 2026
Marvin Luther Hoggatt, 95, known and loved by many as Pawpaw, peacefully passed into eternity on August 1st, 2026, in Rockwall, TX. Marvin was born on April 7th, 1931, to Ernest Hoggatt and Janie Smith in Brookhaven, Mississippi.
Marvin served his country in the United States Air Force during the Korean War. During his service, he was awarded the Korean Service...
Leroy Paul Brunner
2026
Colonel Leroy Paul Brunner (USAF ret.) has passed away. He was 99 years young. Roy was funny, charming, strong, vulnerable, kind, brilliant and curious about everything. He loved life and all it had to offer.
He was born at home near the Colorado River in La Grange, Texas to Molly and Paul Brunner. His first language was Czech. When he was...
Wesley Wayne Haswell
Jul 31, 2026
Repast Immediately following the Celebration of Life Saturday, August 15,2026. 316 W College St. Mesquite, Tx. 75149
Wesley Wayne Haswell, a brilliant engineer, devoted family man, and mentor who inspired excellence in everyone he met, passed away on July 31, 2026, at the age of 72.
Born on November 12, 1953, in Vistabella, Trinidad, Wesley was the son of Ernest Haswell and...
Terso Muniz
Jul 30, 2026
Terso Muniz, age 73, entered into the presence of his Lord and Savior on July 30, 2026. He was born on August 30, 1952, in Sinton, Texas. As a young child, his family moved to Farmersville, Texas, where he began his schooling. He later made Garland, Texas, his home, where he spent most of his life building a legacy of...
Linda Hartel Downing
Jul 30, 2026
Linda Hartel Downing, 84, of Nevada, Texas, passed away on July 30, 2026. Born in San Antonio, Texas, Linda lived a life defined by faith, devotion, and a deep love for her family.
Linda grew up in a proud military family, providing a childhood that shaped her strength, resilience, and sense of service. Her journey eventually led her to West Point,...
Melissa Faye James
Jul 29, 2026
Melissa Faye James, 59, of Farmersville, Texas, passed away peacefully on July 29, 2026, in her husband’s arms and surrounded by love. Her life is remembered not by the illness she faced, but by the love she shared, the kindness she extended, and the joy she brought to everyone fortunate enough to know her.
Born on September 10, 1966, at Lockbourne...
Gregory Dwayne Ramay
Jul 29, 2026
In Loving Memory of Greg Ramay
With profound sadness and endless love, we announce the passing of Gregory Dwayne Ramay, of Melissa TX, a devoted father, grandfather, friend, mentor, and one-of-a-kind soul whose laughter and kindness left an unforgettable mark on everyone fortunate enough to know him.
Greg was the kind of man who never met a stranger. He could walk into...
Amanda Chasity Swigert
Jul 24, 2026
Amanda Chasity Swigert unexpectedly left her family and friends Friday July 24, 2026, surrounded by her family.
Born August 8,1980, she was 45 years young. Amanda was a beautiful, caring daughter, mother, sister, Ama, friend and teacher.
Throughout her career, she served and advocated for many children as an elementary, middle and high school special education as well as a science and...
Kathryn Janette Taylor
Jul 21, 2026
Kathryn Janette Taylor, lovingly known as Kathy, passed away on July 21, 2026, in Dallas, Texas, at the age of 46. She was born on December 17, 1979, in Marshall, Texas, to Charles Taylor and Debra Taylor.
Above all else, Kathy was a devoted mother whose greatest joy and proudest accomplishment was raising her three sons. She is lovingly survived by...
Angie Joy Hallford
Jul 21, 2026
Angela Joy Hallford, fondly known as Angie to her family and friends, passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family on July 21, 2026, in Plano, Texas, at the age of 51.
Angie was born on February 21, 1975, in San Antonio, Texas, to Travis and Sally Hallford. She spent her childhood in Florida, and accepted Jesus as her Savior at...
Jerri Kay Talley
Jul 19, 2026
Jerri Kay Talley passed away peacefully at home on July 19, 2026, at the age of 68. She was born in Gainesville, Texas on December 2, 1957. She was the daughter of Rita and the late Jerry Leland Talley.
Kay was a wife to Carlos Iturrino, with whom she shared 18 years of marriage. She’s survived by her mother Rita Talley,...
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