All Obituaries
Cleata Gail (Huffine) Henderson
Mar 22, 2025
Cleata Gail (Huffine) Henderson, age 75, passed away on March 22, 2025, at her home in Malakoff, Texas. She was born on August 13, 1949, in Hobart, Oklahoma to parents Eldon Henry and Ila Mae (Dickerson) Huffine.
Cleta graduated from Plainview High School in 1968. She married Ira Franklin Henderson on September 14, 1968. Gail was a farmer’s wife, who poured...
Terry Lynn Matheson
Mar 13, 2025
Terry Lynn Matheson, age 69, passed away on March 13, 2025, in Dallas, Texas. He was born on May 24, 1955, in Dallas, Texas to parents James Sr., and Dorothy (Bartin) Matheson.
For 28 years, Terry dedicated himself to his career as a truck driver, demonstrating an impressive work ethic that made him a reliable presence in the lives of those...
Reba Beshears
Mar 12, 2025
The family of Reba Beshears of Mabank, Texas, is saddened to announce her passing on March 12, 2025 at the age of 81 years. She was retired and her passion were coloring, crocheting, and listening to old music.
Reba is preceded in death by her two oldest children, Lavonda Leggitt and Haskell Flurry.
Reba is survived by three daughters, Brenda Morris of...
Helen Gertrude Boykin
Mar 9, 2025
Helen Boykin was born on March 10, 1938, in Greenville, TX to Maurine Poe and George Childers. Helen passed away with close family beside her on March 9, 2025.
Helen married her husband Charles Lester Boykin on November 1, 1952. She enjoyed planting and gardening and living life on the lake with her son where she has spent the last 30...
Billie Faye (Coyle) Fant
Mar 8, 2025
Billie Faye (Coyle) Fant, age 90, passed away on March 8, 2025, in Eustace, Texas. She was born on February 16, 1935, in Rowlett, Texas to parents Leon and Leona (Walker) Coyle.
Wanda Jean Vent
Mar 4, 2025
Wanda Jean Vent was born June 3, 1955 in Dallas, TX and passed peacefully into the loving arms of the Lord on Tuesday, March 4, 2025. She was the daughter of Austin Lee, Jr. and Joan Modean Briggs Vent.
During her childhood, Wanda enjoyed camping on the Arkansas family property and attending the Aley Texas picnic with her grandpa.
After receiving her...
Guadalupe "Lupe" Garza
Mar 3, 2025
Guadalupe "Lupe" Garza, age 74, passed away on March 3, 2025, in Gun Barrel City, Texas. He was born on April 17, 1950, in Cruillas, Tamaulipas, Mexico to parents Alfredo Robles and Petra (Perez) Garza.
Lupe began his journey as a farmer, cultivating not only the land but also valuable lessons in hard work and resilience. His early years shaped a...
Barry Rudd
Feb 23, 2025
Barry Rudd, age 66, passed away on February 23, 2025, in Athens, Texas. He was born on June 18, 1958, in Dallas, Texas to parents Floyd and Oneda (Hensley) Rudd.
Barry was a retired engineer known for his outgoing personality and a great sense of humor. He was a joyful presence in the lives of those who knew him.
Barry was a...
Billy Wade Bearden
Feb 22, 2025
Billy Wade Bearden, age 63, passed away on February 22, 2025, in Tyler, Texas. He was born on July 14, 1961, in Athens, Texas to parents Bill and Bertha (Monroe) Bearden.
Don Roe
Feb 19, 2025
Don Roe, age 89, passed away on February 19, 2025, in Tyler, Texas. He was born on July 16, 1935, in Dallas, Texas to parents Theodore and Sarah (Wells) Roe.
For 30 years, Don drove a bus for the Mabank Independent School District, earning a reputation as a responsible and caring driver. He took great pride in his work, managing to...
William Allen Ewing, Jr.
Feb 18, 2025
William Allen Ewing, Jr., fondly known as “Wild Bill,” brought joy to those around him and a spirit of adventure that was infectious. He dedicated his career as a Maintenance Manager at Days Inn and later served the community as part of the maintenance team at Mabank ISD, proving himself to be a capable builder and fixer of anything that...
Margaret Elizabeth Branton
Feb 18, 2025
Margaret Elizabeth Branton, age 73, passed away on February 18, 2025, in Canton, Texas. She was born on June 1, 1951, in Dallas, Texas to parents James and Edith (Dockins) Praytor.
Margaret was born and raised in Dallas, Texas. She grew up with a strong foundation, graduating from Sunset High School in 1969. For thirty years, Margaret built a commendable career...
Brenda Kay Nelson
Feb 15, 2025
Brenda Kay Nelson, born on July 8, 1954, to Kenneth and Virginia Rickman in Ennis, Texas, passed away on February 15, 2025, after a brief illness in Tyler, Texas. Throughout her life, Brenda embraced the many titles bestowed upon her, including daughter, sister, wife, mother, aunt, cousin, friend, Nana, and, most importantly, Child of God.
Brenda grew up in Dallas and...
Dorothea Francis Guinn
Feb 15, 2025
Dorothea Francis Guinn, age 61, passed away on February 15, 2025, at her home in Payne Springs, Texas. She was born on December 15, 1963, in Ft. Smith, Arkansas to parents Hoyt and Judith (Lawson) Hicks.
Dorothea will be remembered as a loving mother and grandmother who dedicated countless hours to her family, especially while they were growing up. Always a...
Vicki Fishback
Feb 12, 2025
Vicki Lynne Fishback, age 73, passed away on February 12, 2025, in Seven Points, Texas. She was born on October 19, 1951, in Alton, Illinois to parents Oliver and Mary Kathleen (Harris) Fishback.
A proud graduate of Gravette High School, Vicki stepped into the workforce as a machine shop supervisor and later she worked in the auditing department at Walmart. After...
Gerald Vern Olson
Feb 12, 2025
Gerald "Jerry" Olson, age 72, passed away on February 12, 2025, in Denton, Texas. He was born on August 16, 1952, in Peoria, Illinois to parents Gail Maynard and Anna May (Collins) Olson.
A proud graduate of Glasford High School, Gerald spent his life pursuing his love for music. He was often seen with a guitar in hand, delighting friends and...
Daniel "Danny" James Litts
Feb 11, 2025
Daniel "Danny" James Litts, age 66, passed away on February 11, 2025, in Mabank, Texas. He was born on April 19, 1958, in Menominee, Michigan to parents John and Marie (Rabideau) Litts.
Danny is preceded in death by his parents, John and Marie Litts.
Danny is survived by his son, Chris Litts and wife Brandi of Granbury, Texas; daughter, Misty Litts of...
Paul Wayne Holt
Feb 8, 2025
Paul Wayne Holt, age 68, passed away on February 8, 2025, in Kemp, Texas. He was born on May 20, 1956, in Dallas, Texas to parents Robert and Zela (Watson) Holt.
The obituary is pending at this time.
Jo Ann Hanstrom
Feb 2, 2025
Jo Ann Hanstrom, age 82, passed away on February 2, 2025, in Athens, Texas. She was born on December 6, 1942, to parents Orville and Ina (Maxwell) Rouse.
The obituary is pending at this time.
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