Our Obituaries
Ernest Ray Odom
December 14, 1941 - March 29, 2020
Ernest Ray Odom age 78 entered into rest on March 29, 2020. Ernest was born on December 14, 1941 to Woodrow Cleveland and Alice Bernice Odom in San Antonio, Texas. Mr Odom will be laid to rest in Houston, Texas during a private graveside service. He will be deeply missed by his loving family, his devoted friends, and all the wonderful individuals who knew and loved him.
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Grady Elmore Bass
February 23, 1932 - March 10, 2020
Grady Bass had been in failing health for several months and passed on Tuesday, March 10th. I asked several friends to say something about their friendship over the years to be posted here.
Grady's friend Allan Assef wrote: I met Grady over 50 Years ago, He came to Cheraw,SC. as the manager of Rider Tank Lines trucking Co. We met and became friends and most of Cheraw people did also.Big...
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Lee Earl Powell III
May 24, 1941 - March 9, 2020
Lee Earl Powell III entered into rest on March 9, 2020 in Dallas, TX. He was born to Lee Earl Powell II and Virginia Powell in Fort Worth. He will be deeply missed by his loving family, his devoted friends, and all the wonderful individuals who knew and loved him.
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Larry Dwayne Jay
March 13, 1964 - March 9, 2020
Larry Dwayne Jay, 55 years young, of Garland, Texas, passed away on March 9, 2020 at his home. Larry was born on March 13, 1964 in Pampa, Texas to Michael Earl Jay and Gretchen Jay (Hafley) Neighbors. Larry spent his younger school years in Garland, Tx and then moved to the Austin, Tx area where he graduated from Bastrop High School in 1982.
Larry was a loving single dad to his 2 sons Sean...
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Donna Carter Knowles
September 8, 1942 - March 9, 2020
Donna Carter Knowles, resident of Garland, TX for 42 years, passed away on March 9, 2020 in her home.
Donna was born in Dallas, TX on September 8, 1942 to Ted and Jessie Faye (Edwards) Carter. She was a proud student of Woodrow Wilson High School, when she met Phillip "Wayne" Knowles in the spring of 1959. He was stationed in the US Army at Camp Wolters, in Mineral Wells, TX at that time....
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Mary Alice Moran
March 28, 1933 - March 6, 2020
Mary Alice Richardson Moran born March 28, 1933 passed away on March 06, 2020. She is the daughter of Eugene Richardson and Ruby Hutchinson Richardson born in the "Show me State" of Missouri.
Mary was preceded in death by her parents Eugene and Ruby Richardson, Husband James Walter Moran, Son Vincent Dale Dixon, brothers Lexie and Dale, and Sister Ruth Irene.
Mary is survived by her...
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Dr. James (Jim) Wesley Tunnell, Sr.
December 1, 1930 - February 25, 2020
Dr. James Wesley Tunnell (Jim) of Garland, Texas passed away on Tuesday, February 25, 2020 after a brief illness. He was 89 years old and was born on December 01, 1930.
Jim was preceded in death by his parents, Molina and Thurman Tunnell, his wife, Ann Tunnell, brother, Lawrence Edward Tunnell and grandson, Jake Picard.
Surviving family members are his sister, Betsy Simpson, Children, ...
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Albino Rey Luna
August 11, 1947 - February 25, 2020
Albino Rey Luna, age 72, passed away February 25th at Baylor Medical Center after a long battle with heart issues.
Rey was born and raised in Dallas, TX in the area known as "Little Mexico". He was the son of Fidencio and Seferina Luna. He attended St Ann's School, Crozier Tech, and El Centro College. As a young man he worked for his father at Stados Baking Company. He owned his own video...
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Johnny 'Papa' Cook
December 18, 1934 - February 24, 2020
Johnny 'Papa' Cook passed away February 24th after a long battle with Lung and Heart Issues.
He was born to Deltz (Doc) Cook and Faye Suddeth, December 18th, 1934 in Willow Oklahoma. He graduated high school from Central high school in Oklahoma City and shortly thereafter met the love of his life Betty Thomas and married June 8th, 1956. He was drafted into the Army and spent two years in...
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Johnnie Lee Green
December 16, 1954 - February 22, 2020
Johnnie Lee Green, 65 years young, of Rockwall, Texas passed away on February 22, 2020 due to an unforeseen accident at his home. John was born on December 16, 1954 in Phoenix, AZ to Johnnie Frank and Della Laverle (Kirksey) Green. He grew up in Eustace, TX and graduated from Eustace High School.
John was a loving and caring father to his only son, John Evan Green. They had many things in...
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Jessie Elaine Cheek
July 4, 1930 - February 22, 2020
Jessie Elaine Rushing Cheek are 89 entered into rest on February 22, 2020. Born to Grace Jessee Rushing and David Rushing, Jessie grew up on farms in communities around Arnold near Nevada, Texas (her dad kept moving from place to place until he bought a farm). Her mom, Ma Grace, named her Jessie Elaine and her family called her Elaine until some Jessee relatives visited and were upset the she...
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Marilyn Denise (Hunter) Thompson
March 8, 1966 - February 19, 2020
Marilyn Denise Hunter-Thompson
March 8, 1966 – February 19, 2020
Marilyn was a loving Daughter, Sister, Mother, Wife, "Lil Granny", Aunt, Cousin, and Dear Friend. She will be greatly missed by all.
A Celebration of Life Service will take place at First Baptist Church 306 Baker St. Atlanta, Texas 75551 on Saturday February 29, 2020 at 1:00pm.
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Mary Faye Gwartney
November 23, 1938 - February 18, 2020
Mary Faye Gwartney Memorial Service at First Baptist Church of Meadowview 4346 North Galloway Avenue Mesquite, Texas 75150 on Saturday March 7, 2020 at 10:00 am.
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Patricia Sue (Wilson) Spradley
April 3, 1951 - February 18, 2020
Patricia Sue Wilson Spradley, age 68, of Garland, Texas passed away on February 18, 2020 after a long battle with health issues. She was born on April 3, 1951 in Evansville, Indiana to Homer and Mary Helen (Slaton) Wilson.
Pat moved to Garland, Texas with her family when she was in the third grade. She graduated from Garland High School in 1969. After graduation, she spent many years working...
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Marcos Dominguez
January 1, 1989 - February 17, 2020
Marcos Dominguez age 31 entered into rest on February 17,2020 . Marco was born in Dallas, TX on January 1, 1989. Marcos is survived by mother Anita Espinoza, siblings Melissa Starling, Virgie Martinez and Ricardo Espinoza He will be deeply missed by his loving family, his devoted friends, and all the wonderful individuals who knew and loved him.
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David Murph
June 9, 1944 - February 14, 2020
David Timothy Murph, 75, of Kaufman passed away February 14, 2020. He was born in San Rafael, California on June 9, 1944. Fran and David met playing competitive darts, once David retired, he and Fran could be found making frequent trips to Shreveport where he would play Texas Holdem Poker. For the last several years you could find David at his booth at First Monday Trade Days in Canton, an...
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Emily Yasmine Zermeno
August 28, 2008 - February 14, 2020
On Friday, February 14, 2020, Emily Yasmine Zermeno, a loving daughter, sister, and friend, entered into rest at the age 11.
Emma was born on August 28, 2008 in Garland, Texas to Rodrigo and Silvia Zermeno. She was a 6th grader at Bussey Middle School. Emma was a proud participant in the GISD Special Olympics and was also an extremely proud medalist winner in Track and Basketball. Emma was a...
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Tho Van Nguyen
March 12, 1971 - February 11, 2020
Tho Van Nguyen, 48, was born in Vietnam on March 12, 1971 entered into rest on February 11, 2020 in Richardson, Texas.
He will be deeply missed by his loving family, his devoted friends, and all the wonderful individuals who knew and loved him.
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Emily Ingram
November 21, 1924 - February 5, 2020
Emily Ingram passed away peacefully on February 5, 2020 in Dallas Texas. She was 95. She was the second daughter of Jerome and Carrie McBroome and was one of five children. Her parents and all of her siblings preceded her in death. She was married to Cletus Brewer (deceased) and Mac Ingram (deceased). Left to mourn her are her son James, his wife Betty Jo, granddaughters Andrea and Jennifer,...
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Bobbie Jean Harrison
January 18, 1943 - January 31, 2020
Bobbie Jean Harrison entered into rest on Jan 31, 2020. Bobbie will be deeply missed by her loving family, her devoted friends, and all the wonderful individuals who knew and loved her.
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Barbara Ann Kuczmarski Gooch
June 18, 1932 - January 25, 2020
Barbara Ann Gooch, age 87, of Garland, Texas passed away on January 25, 2020. She was born in Wautoma, Wisconsin on June 18, 1932. Barbara is survived by her son Allen (Linda) and her son Michael (Deborah), five grandsons and numerous great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband Albert and her parents Edward and Grace Kuczmarski.
Barbara graduated from West High School in...
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Stacie Elizabeth Konecny
May 10, 1976 - January 20, 2020
Stacie Elizabeth Konecny, 43, with family and loved ones at her side passed away at Medical City Plano on Monday, January 20th, 2020 after a short battle with Angiosarcoma. Her hope and faith remained strong during her illness. She was always planning her next trip!
Stacie was born May 10th, 1976 in Garland, Texas to Joe and Joyce Konecny. Growing up she was very active at Calico Kids in...
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Amanda Marie Brown
August 3, 1975 - January 20, 2020
Amanda Marie Brown 44 of Carrollton, Texas passed away on January 20, 2020. She is survived by her husband Steve Brown and her son Zac Eby, his wife Madyson and Amanda's first granddaughter Zaryah, her parents, an older brother Chad Eby and older sister Shelby Rheam, many nieces, nephews and cousins.
Amanda was born August 3, 1975 in Rogers, Arkansas to Bill and Gloria Eby.
Amanda was very...
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Hazel Christina Carusi
December 5, 1927 - January 20, 2020
Hazel Christina Caroline Jensen Carusi. Born on December 5, 1927 in Fowlerville, McComb County, Michigan and passed away on January 20, 2020 at Meredith, Belknap Co., New Hampshire with her beloved cats at her side.
She is preceded in death by her husband Samuel Carusi after being married 72 years and her son Thomas Edwin Carusi. She was already preceded in death by her parents Henry...
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Kathleen Oguerita "Grita" Barton
August 4, 1928 - January 18, 2020
Kathleen Oguerita "Grita" Barton, 91, passed away January 18, 2020 at home after suffering a massive stroke on Dec. 30, 2019 and was surrounded by family at her side.
She is preceded in death by her husband Walter Barton, daughter Beverly Sue Williams, parents Odie and Lon Rogers and sister Pauline Barnett. She is survived by daughter Jerri Mote, grandson Christopher Mote and wife Robin,...
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Roger Wayne Fortner
July 24, 1948 - January 17, 2020
Roger Wayne Fortner was born on July 24th, 1948 in Tyler, Texas. He passed away at his home in Emory, Texas on January 17th, 2020 at the age of 71. Roger held many jobs through the years including police officer, artist, and truck driver. He enjoyed farming, painting, sketching, and playing both the piano and guitar.
Roger is preceded in death by his parents, Wayland Wayne Fortner and Ruth...
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Yasmin Isidro
February 17, 1958 - January 13, 2020
Yasmin Pamela "Peachy" Isidro was born on February 17, 1958 in Manila, Philippines. She passed away on January 13, 2020 in Mesquite, Texas at the age of 61. She is survived by her daughter, Isabel, son, Liamm and siblings Gina, Julpha, Candy, Albert and Jay. She was the eldest child of Enrique Isidro & Imelda Luna.
She loved to cook for her family, friends and colleagues - everyone loved her...
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Charles Blaine Rodgers
September 15, 1947 - January 7, 2020
Charles Blaine Rodgers was born on September 15, 1947 , - the oldest of 5 children born to Erva Adell (Bailey) Rodgers and Hubert Coolidge Rodgers. He was named after his 2 grandfathers, Harrison Blaine Rodgers and Charles Newton Bailey, and known to his family as Blaine. He was born in Denver, Colorado and spent his growing up years in Westminster, Colorado. He graduated from Ranum High...
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Richard Pryor Coldwell
September 13, 1930 - January 5, 2020
Richard Pryor Coldwell was born on September 13, 1930 and passed away January 5, 2020. He was born to John and Ellen Coldwell, the baby of five boys all deceased. He is survived by his wife of 65 years, Ada Jean and two daughters Cindy Phipps and Tena Coldwell and many nieces and nephews.
He loved playing softball with his daughters, and he loved watching football and basketball. Richard...
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Vergie Frances McNiel
May 23, 1922 - January 4, 2020
Vergie Frances McNiel was born on May 23, 1922 in Dallas, Texas. She went to be with her Lord and Savior on January 4, 2020 at the age of 97 in Mesquite, Texas. She was the youngest of five (5) children who are all deceased. She is survived by her sister-in-law Lucile McNiel, 5 nephews, one (1) niece, many great and great-great nieces and nephews, and friends galore. She was a member of...
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Tammie Anderson- Boland
September 10, 1960 - January 2, 2020
Tammie Anderson-Boland age 59, born Sept. 10, 1960 of Richardson passed away peacefully on Jan. 2, 2020.
She is preceded in death by her mother Joan. Left to cherish her memory are husband Mark, daughter Krystal, father Frank, siblings Mark, Tina, Sherre and Shannon. Tammie will be deeply missed by her loving family, her devoted friends, and all the wonderful individuals who knew and loved her...
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Peggy Jo Ehrman
November 29, 1944 - December 27, 2019
Peggy Jo Ehrman (PJ), 75
Born in Knoxville, Tennessee on November 29,1944 passed away in Garland, Texas on December 27, 2019.
Peggy will be deeply missed by her loving family, devoted friends, and all the wonderful individuals who knew and loved her.
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Ronnie Everett Austin, Sr.
September 1, 1944 - December 21, 2019
Ronnie Everett Austin, Sr. age 75, went to meet his Lord and a joyous reunion of family in heaven on December 21, 2019. He was born in Junction City, KS, to Hulon Lee and Kathryn Rodgers Austin of Rison, AR. He is survived by his wife of fifty-five years, Linda, and son, Chip [TX]; sister, Cindy Harris and brother, Larry Austin [AR]. He was preceded in death by his parents; daughter, Karen...
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Joyce Diane Arthur
February 15, 1947 - December 19, 2019
Joyce Diane Arthur, 72, born in Dallas,Texas on February 15,1947 to William and Alllie Johnson. She passed away on the morning of December 19 ,2019 in Dallas, Texas. Joyce will be deeply missed by her loving family, her devoted friends, and all the wonderful individuals who knew and loved her.
There will be a visitation on Friday December 27, 2019 from 11-12:00 pm and a Celebration of Life at...
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Trenver Duke Wyatt
July 20, 1935 - December 16, 2019
Trenver Duke Wyatt 84, passed away the morning of Monday, December 16, 2019 in Garland, Texas. He was born on July 20,1935 to Lawrence and Verbeth in Talco, Texas. Mr. Wyatt will be deeply missed by his loving family, his devoted friends, and all the wonderful individuals who knew and loved him.
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Curtis Wayne Perrymore
October 10, 1966 - December 9, 2019
Curtis Wayne Perrymore, 53, entered into rest on December 9, 2019 in Plano, Texas. Curtis was born on October 10, 1966 to Troy and Florence Perrymore in Oxnard, CA. He was born into a military family, following in his father's footsteps and proudly joining the military after high school. He served as a US Marine and later in the Air Force Reserves. Curtis always had a passion for law enforcement...
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Kristi Kay Patton
June 22, 1961 - December 6, 2019
Kristi Kay Patton was born on a mid morning summer day, June 22, 1961. She was cute as button & came into this world curious, feisty, opinionated & fearless. As she grew, those qualities would be added with funny, loving, talented & strong. They all would serve her well all of her life. Kristi gained her wings & looked at the face of God, December 6, 2019. She loved her family, music, sewing,...
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Winston Drake Coleman
June 12, 1995 - December 6, 2019
Winston Coleman died at home on Friday, December 6th, 2019 at the age of 24. He was born in Dallas to loving parents, Todd and Barbara Coleman. He was a graduate of Highland Park High School in 2013. Winston was a proud Eagle Scout of Troop 35. He truly lived the life of an Eagle Scout in both action and deed.
He had a huge heart and was known to go above and beyond the call, for those in...
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Carroll Wayne Barnes
November 22, 1940 - December 3, 2019
Carroll W. Barnes born Nov. 22, 1940-Dec. 3rd, 2019. Carroll was born in Abilene Texas and graduated Abilene High school. He then went on to attend North Texas University where he graduated with a degree in Music and then received his Masters Degree in Administration from Stephen F. Austin.
The "Round mound of sound" was a friend to many, an Inspiration to more and a teacher to everyone.
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Rafael Luis Ramos Diaz
June 21, 1934 - November 29, 2019
Rafael Luis Ramos Diaz age 85 Died on November 29, 2019 in Richardson, Texas. Rafael was born in Puerto Rico on June 21, 1934 to parents Angle Ramos and Altagracia Diaz. Rafael was a worshiper and servant of God.
Rafael was a beloved husband to Aida Esther Santiago Cruz, a devoted father to Richard, Edwin, Henry, and Harry. Left to cherish his memory are his 16 grandchildren and 27 great...
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Dorothy Ruth Nichols
January 21, 1929 - November 29, 2019
Dorothy Ruth Nichols age 90 was born on January 21,1929 in Grosebeck, TX to Grady and Bonita Liles. Dorothy entered into rest on November 29, 2019 at Cheyenne Medical Lodge. Dorothy will be deeply missed by her loving medical staff at Cheyenne Medical Lodge, her devoted friends and family, and all the wonderful individuals who knew and loved her.
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Rex Wiemer Jones
December 18, 1930 - November 28, 2019
Rex Wiemer Jones 88, entered into rest on Thursday November 28,2019 in Dallas, Texas. Mr Jones was born in Georgia on December 18, 1930 . Mr. Jones will be deeply missed by his loving family, his devoted friends, and all the wonderful individuals who knew and loved him.
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Melody Gay Dodd
March 9, 1956 - November 26, 2019
Melody passed away at Medical City Dallas after a lengthy illness. She loved playing guitar and the flute, as well as writing her own songs. Melody was a member of the South Garland High School marching and concert band. She and her husband Ray would play and sing in local coffee houses and other public events.
Melody also loved singing in the church choir and loved her family at Axe Memorial...
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Martha Kathryn McCluskey Wilkes
September 12, 1930 - November 25, 2019
Martha Kathryn McCluskey Wilkes, born September 12, 1930 in Graham, TX to Robert Edmond McCluskey and Martha Inez Lamons McCluskey, passed away November 25, 2019 in Dallas. She was 89. Martha married Don Delany Wilkes in 1947. She was a mother and homemaker to their four sons, was involved in civic activities, routinely working in local and federal elections. She enjoyed sewing and gardening.
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Cassandra Yvonne Gray
June 15, 1954 - November 24, 2019
Cassandra Yvonne Gray age 65 entered into rest on November 24, 20019. Mrs Gray was born in Alexandria, LA on June 15,1954 to Timothy and Eloise Bener. Mrs Gray was a school teacher for DISD. She will be deeply missed by her loving family, her devoted friends, and all the wonderful individuals who knew and loved her.
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Tommy Joe Brewer
September 5, 1961 - November 23, 2019
Tommy Joe Brewer of Garland, Texas passed away at home on Saturday, November 23, 2019 at the age of 58. He was born to parents Vida Wilburn and Barry Thornton Brewer in Fort Worth, Texas on September 5, 1961.
Tommy's prized possessions were his family and friends whom he cared for and loved more than anything. He enjoyed family trips to Florida visiting both Destin and Pensacola Beach,...
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Mark Dawson
January 24, 1964 - November 23, 2019
Mark Edward Dawson age 55 entered into rest on November 23,2019 after a brave battle with cancer in Heath, TX. He was born on January 24, 1964 to Ronald Dawson Sr. and Caroline Dawson (Noby) in Dallas, TX.
He graduated from Rockwall High School in 1982. After graduation he married Robin Dawson and they were blessed with 3 daughters. They later divorced in 1991. Mark enjoyed motocross, karaoke...
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Elizabeth Ann Sheppard Hassell
July 8, 1934 - November 10, 2019
Elizabeth Ann Shepperd Hassell, 85, of Quinlan, Texas, passed away peacefully in her home on Sunday, November 10, 2019. Elizabeth Ann was born on July 8, 1934 to Roy and Katie Darby in Rowlett, TX. She was the youngest of seven children. Ann was a graduate of Garland High School Class of 1951. She later married and had three sons Mike, Rick and Randy Noble. She was an avid reader and enjoyed...
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Jerry "Jay" Robertson, Jr.
March 17, 1960 - November 9, 2019
Jerry "Jay" Hall Robertson Jr. age 59, was born in Dallas, TX to Jerry and Judy Robertson on March 17,1960. Jay entered into rest on November 9, 2019 in Fort Worth, TX.
Jay was a member of the I.B.E.W Local Union #20, and was in service for 35 years. He helped establish the "TEXAS STAR" with the partnership and blessing of his loving family and ran the business proudly for more than 25...
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Dawn Nicole "Nicky" Givens
March 10, 1974 - November 8, 2019
Dawn Nicole Givens "Nicky"
3/10/1974 - 11/8/2019, Dallas TX
She is survived by her material grandmother-Clarice Deville, mother-LaNell Williams, brother-Gary Givens, sisters; Kanita Ringgold, Shonnette Givens, and Cheryl LaTonya Givens. She also leaves to mourn her uncles, aunts, nephews, nieces, cousins and many friends.
She grew up in Plano, TX where she graduated from Plano East...
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Claude Crain
November 21, 1944 - November 1, 2019
CB, age 74 entered into rest on the morning of November 1, 2019. He was born in San Antonio, Texas on November 21, 1944 to Walter and Mildred. Mr. Crain will be deeply missed by his loving family, his devoted friends, and all the wonderful individuals who knew and loved him
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Leonardo Umac Libo
December 5, 1942 - November 1, 2019
Leonardo Libo age 76, born in the Philippines on December 5, 1942 . He passed away in the early morning of Friday, November 1,2019 in Plano, Texas. Mr. Libo will be deeply missed by his loving family, his devoted friends, and all the wonderful individuals who knew and loved him.
There will be a Memorial Service for Mr. Libo Saturday November 23, 2019 at 2:00 pm at the New International Church...
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Francisco A Otero- Guandique
December 7, 1980 - October 31, 2019
Francisco Otero-Guandique age 38 was born December 7, 1980 and passed away on October 31,2019 in El Salvador. Francisco will be deeply missed by his loving children and his devoted family and friends, and all the wonderful individuals who knew and loved him.
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Aubrey Lee Roland
March 9, 1945 - October 29, 2019
Aubrey Lee Roland of Terrell, Texas was born March 9, 1945 in Dallas, Texas the son of Buna Ann Hall Roland and George Aubrey Roland. He went to be with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on October 29, 2019. He is survived by his wife Iris, son Rodney, daughter Raini and their mother Carolyn Herman. Rodney's wife Kristy and their children AJ, Karlee and Jagger. Raini's husband Doug and their...
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Virginia Fernande Jeannet-Crawford
December 21, 1934 - October 28, 2019
Virginia was also known as Ginger by her loved ones. No matter where she went, if it was the grocery store or out to dinner, she was going to be dressed to the nines. I remember as a child, before my father Carl came home from work, she would go make sure she was fixed up and pretty with dinner on the table and greeted him with a kiss. Mom was a great cook and seamstress and taught her...
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Joseph (Joe) McClaine
June 6, 1940 - October 26, 2019
Joseph (Joe) McClaine June 6, 1940 – October 26, 2019
Married January 15, 1960 to Shirley Ann Haws –they would have celebrated their 60th wedding anniversary in 2020. Joe had three daughters: Donna Jo Neumann married to Mike Neumann of Garland, Texas; Dana Ann Oldham married to James Oldham of Nacogdoches, Texas; Darla Denise Wood married to Jeff Wood of The Woodlands, Texas. He had...
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Mary Christina Keahey
June 10, 1954 - October 24, 2019
Mary Christina Keahey, 65, of Greenville, Texas, passed away after a brief illness on Thursday, October 24, 2019. She was born on June 10, 1954 in Dallas, Texas, to her parents, Luther Leon Grubbs and Juanita Christina Davis Grubbs. The family will receive friends at a visitation to take place on Tuesday, October 29, 2019 at Eastgate Funeral Home in Garland, Texas from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m.
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Thomas Cunconan
August 26, 1929 - October 21, 2019
Thomas Cunconan age 90, born to Edmund and Eva Cunconan in Des Moines IA on August 26, 1929 passed away on the afternoon of Monday, October 21,2019 in Richardson, Texas. Mr. Cunconan will be deeply missed by his loving family, his devoted friends, and all the wonderful individuals who knew and loved him.
Mr. Cunconan will be laid to rest in his hometown in Des Moines IA. A private celebration...
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Randall "Randy" Sprowl
November 11, 1947 - October 20, 2019
Randall "Randy" Clifford Sprowl age 71, was born to parents, Clifford and Georgina Sprowl in San Antonio, Texas on November 11, 1947. He passed away on the morning of October 20,2019, at his home in Dallas with his wife, children and sister around his side.
Randy grew up in the Lake Highlands area of Dallas, Texas. He graduated from University of North Texas in 1972. He traveled...
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Erjian Hu
November 20, 1929 - October 20, 2019
Erjian Hu, 89, born in Shanghai, China on November 20, 1929 . He passed away on the evening of Sunday, October 20,2019 in Plano, Texas. Mr. Hu will be deeply missed by his loving family, his devoted friends, and all the wonderful individuals who knew and loved him
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Fred Madison Randall
January 13, 1944 - October 13, 2019
RANDALL, Fred Madison, 75, passed away in his home October 13, 2019. Born in Beatrice, NE, January 13, 1944. Survived by his loving wife, Olivia, son Josh, wife Melanie, son Vincent, brother Dan and wife Karen, 7 grandchildren, and several nieces and nephews. After completing his Bachelor's degree from Phillips University in Enid, Oklahoma he received a Masters degree from the University of...
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Wayne Ernest Bishop
July 30, 1935 - October 13, 2019
Wayne Ernest Bishop, 84, passed away on Sunday, October 13, 2019 surrounded by family. Born in Cadillac, MI, he was a husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather, and great-great grandfather. He was a lover of music, airplanes, cars, Dallas Cowboys football, and always had a story to tell.
Surviving are his daughter Debbie (Terry) Waddell of Pagosa Springs, CO; son Greg (Mindy) Bishop of...
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Carrie Johnson
May 21, 1945 - October 11, 2019
Carrie Johnson age 74, was born in Jonesville, LA to parents Johnny and Rachel Johnson on May 21, 1945 . She passed away on the afternoon of Friday October 11,2019 in Dallas, Texas. Mrs. Johnson will be deeply missed by her loving family, her devoted friends, and all the wonderful individuals who knew and loved her.
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Andre Thomas Smerke
December 23, 1959 - October 11, 2019
Andre Thomas Smerke, 59, of Dallas, Texas, passed away peacefully at home on Friday, October 11, 2019.
Tom was born in Warsaw, Poland, on December 23, 1959. Tom immigrated in 1969 with his mother to the United States where she married Dr. John W. Smerke in Fort Worth, Texas. The family joined Saint Andrews Catholic Church where Tom attended school. He then attended Trinity Valley High School...
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Thelma "Ruth" Kennedy
January 9, 1928 - October 4, 2019
Thelma "Ruth" Nelson Kennedy, 91, of Garland, Texas went home to be with her Heavenly Father on Friday morning, October 4, 2019 at Garland Nursing and Rehabilitation Home after suffering a heart attack/stroke on Wednesday.
Ruth was born on January 9, 1928 in Hackensack, New Jersey to Hubert P. Nelson and Thelma LaDell (Paschal) Nelson Nethery. Her family returned to Dallas when Ruth was about...
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Hugh "Bud" Dickerson
October 15, 1938 - October 3, 2019
Hugh Cox "Bud" Dickerson, Jr., 80, of Garland, Texas, died peacefully at home on Thursday, October 3, 2019. He was born October 15, 1938 in Hodgenville, Kentucky to Hugh Cox and Mary (Bennett) Dickerson. Bud married his soul mate, Judy, on September 19, 1975 and together they raised six children. In 1977 they moved their family from Detroit, Michigan to the home they shared in Garland, Texas.
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D. Lamar Hill
December 9, 1926 - October 1, 2019
Daugherty Lamar Hill 94, entered into rest on October 1, 2019 in Dallas, Texas. Lamar was born in Brandon, Texas on December 9,1926 to Alfred and Sarah Hill.
Lamar served in the Navy during WWII.
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Jonathan (Cody) Dakota Taylor
January 7, 1993 - September 28, 2019
Jonathan (Cody) Dakota Taylor, of Dallas, Tx, passed away on Saturday, September 28, 2019 at the age of 26.
Jonathan was born to parents Mary Lynn Yarbrough Gilley and Tony R. Taylor on January 7, 1993 in Dallas, TX.
Jonathan was a dedicated son and friend. He graduated from South Garland High School in 2011, where he met many of his lifelong friends all who describe him as a funny,...
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Wallace Granger Gideon
September 18, 1972 - September 26, 2019
Wallace Granger Gideon, 47 of Garland, Texas entered into rest on September 26, 2019. Wallace was born on September 26, 1972.
Wallace was a man of many talents that included drawing, tattooing, customizing motorcycles and building whatever he think of. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, going to the lake, riding motorcycles, racing bmx with his sons and enjoying life to the fullest. Wallace was a...
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Curtis Michael Harrison
January 21, 1948 - September 25, 2019
On Wednesday, September 25, 2019, Curtis Michael Harrison, loving husband and father of four passed away at age 71. He passed away peacefully in his home in Garland, Texas after a long battle with cancer. He was born January 21, 1948 in Dallas Texas to Leo and Estelle Harrison. Mike married his loving wife Myrna on June 29, 1984. The 3 things he loved most were GOD, his wife and children and all...
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Billie Ruth Broiles
June 8, 1923 - September 25, 2019
Billie Broiles (96) passed away on September 25, 2019 in Dallas, TX. She was born to John Wesley and Lula Edna Terry on June 8, 1923 in Wills Point, TX and her family relocation to Dallas in 1924.
Billie had many interests including oil painting, stained glass, ceramics, boating, old cars and touring North America in her motor home. She and Andrew were charter members of the Big D Little Birds...
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Allen Bennett Kroger
September 27, 1933 - September 22, 2019
Allen Bennett Kroger of Mesquite, Texas, died at home on September 22, 2019 in Mesquite, Texas. Allen was 85 years, 11 months and 25 days old. Allen was the youngest son, born to Henry B. and Elisabeth Kroger, on September 27, 1933 in New York City, New York. As a family, they moved to Dallas, Texas, in 1948.
He was a 1952 graduate of Adamson High School, Oak Cliff, Texas, and attended...
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Allen Bennett Kroger
September 27, 1933 - September 22, 2019
Allen Bennett Kroger of Mesquite, Texas, died at home on September 22, 2019 in Mesquite, Texas. Allen was 85 years, 11 months and 25 days old.
Allen was the youngest son, born to Henry B. and Elisabeth Kroger, on September 27, 1933 in New York City, New York. As a family, they moved to Dallas, Texas, in 1948. He was a 1952 graduate of Adamson High School, Oak Cliff, Texas, and attended...
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Patricia Jean Ballard
September 13, 1935 - September 19, 2019
Patricia Jean Ballard, a loving wife and mother, passed away Thursday, September 19, 2019 after a courageous battle with cancer. She was 84 years young. Born September 13, 1934 to Hugo Thurman Roebuck and Bertha Cordelia Bogle Vaughn in Tyler, Texas.
Pat moved to Dallas in the early 1940s as a child where she attended school. After high school, she went on to attend St. Paul Hospital School...
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Doris Mae Binford
September 21, 1920 - September 17, 2019
Doris Mae Ferguson Binford was born on September 21, 1920 in Dallas, TX, and passed away on September 17, 2019 at the age of 98 years. She was preceded in death by her husband, James Richard Binford, parents Dave and Edna Mae Ferguson, stepmother Grace Ferguson, 3 siblings, an infant son and granddaughter.
She is survived by four daughters and sons-in-law, Anne and Sam Rodgers of Midlothian,TX;...
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James Frederick Potticary
November 28, 1928 - September 17, 2019
James Frederick Potticary, 90, of Dallas, TX, passed away on September 17, 2019.
A rosary will be held at 10:00 am followed by the funeral mass at 10:30 am, September 28, 2019, at St. Patrick's Catholic Church. Reception to follow the funeral mass at St. Patrick's Parish Hall. Jim was born in Watertown, SD on November 28, 1928. He graduated from Gage Park High School in Chicago, IL and received...
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Judith "Judy" Ellen Dickerson
June 17, 1941 - September 16, 2019
Judith Ellen "Judy" Dickerson, 78, of Garland, Texas, died peacefully at home on Monday, September 16, 2019 after her battle with cancer. She was born June 17, 1941 in Detroit, Michigan to Nelson and Mary (Ward) East. Judy married her soul mate, Hugh "Bud" Dickerson, Jr., on September 19, 1975 and together they raised six children. In 1977 they moved their family from Detroit, Michigan to the...
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Arthur Prudden Leonard
April 14, 1923 - September 13, 2019
LEONARD, Arthur Prudden, age 96, died peacefully on September 13, 2019, with family at his side. Arthur, or "Art" as he was known by family and friends, was born in Duluth, MN, but spent most of his life in the South. During WW II, he was a line officer aboard a sub-chaser in the Pacific theater of operations. He was a graduate of Duke University and of Georgetown University. Art worked in...
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John Roger Oliphant
February 28, 1931 - September 13, 2019
John Roger Oliphant died on September 13, 2019 after a brief illness. He was 88 years old. Mr. Oliphant was born in Holdenville, OK on February 28, 1931 to James Ralph and Ruth Arnold Oliphant. During his high school days, he played football and basketball and was party of a doubles team that won a state championship in tennis. He received a football scholarship to Oklahoma State University,...
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Quentin Oliver Scruggs
October 23, 1919 - September 12, 2019
On Thursday, September 12, 2019 Quentin Oliver Scruggs, loving husband, father and active community member passed away peacefully at the Plaza at the Edgemere in Dallas, Texas after a long and very happy life. Quentin was born to John Oliver and Adeline Sims Scruggs in Denison, Texas on October 23, 1919. He was preceded in death by his sister, Doris Scruggs Chadick of Texarkana, TX and brother,...
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L. Ray Cundiff
January 5, 1929 - September 6, 2019
Leland Ray Cundiff, 90, passed away on September 6, 2019. He was born January 5,1929 in Dallas, Texas and was a life long resident of Dallas except for his years of service in the Army.
Ray had several careers over his lifetime including a top salesman for Pearl Beer, owner of a grocery store on upper Greenville Ave., home construction and built and owned several real estate properties. ...
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George Byron Johnson
November 21, 1941 - August 31, 2019
There will be a visitation Wednesday September 4, 2019 at 1:00 pm and a Celebration of Life for Mr. Johnson at 2:00 pm at the Eastgate Funeral Home Chapel 1910 Eastgate Drive Garland, Texas 75041.
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Anne Stella Jakubik
November 21, 1928 - August 19, 2019
Anne Stella Duyka Jakubik born in Texarkana, TX November 21, 1928 went to heaven on August 19,2019.
She grew up in Kaufman, TX and married Henry George Jakubik and moved to Dallas where they had 5 children: Carol Anne, Margaret, Robert, Antonie, & Kathleen. They were members of St. Bernard Catholic Church in Dallas for over 50 years.
The years gave her many grandchildren and great...
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Leslie Harold Land
December 5, 1916 - August 18, 2019
Leslie Harold Land, age 102
12-05-1916 to 8-18-2019
He grew up in Texas and spent most of his life in Dallas. People knew him as "Harold", "Les," "Chief," "Uncle Bud" and "Daddy". He was preceded in death by his wife of 67 years, Marybelle. They were married in 1946. He is survived by two daughters, Janis Osborne and Leslie K. Land. He is also survived by nephews Jonathan and Joel...
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Dale Wilson Mathias
February 7, 1960 - August 17, 2019
Dale Wilson Mathias, age 59
Birth Date: February 7, 1960
Death Date: August 17, 2019
Dale Mathias, age 59 of Garland, Texas, quietly mounted his bike July 25 to begin his ride home to be with his Lord, reaching his destination on August 17, 2019 holding the hand of his beloved wife Brenda who never left his side.
He was born February 7, 1960 in Rochester, New York, and chosen by Barbara...
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Johnny Rayborn Higgins
March 3, 1930 - August 13, 2019
Johnny R. Higgins
March 3, 1930 to August 13, 2019
After a long illness, has passed away.
Johnny was born in Seminole ,OK. The family moved to Borger, TX where he spent his early days. In 1940, they arrived in Dallas, where he attended High School. He graduated from School in the Philippines in 1948. Returning to Dallas, He worked for Reserve Life Insurance for 37 years where he met his...
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Virginia Reese (Cunningham) Blair
February 9, 1940 - August 12, 2019
Loving wife, mother, grandmother, educator, friend and community volunteer, Virginia Blair, of Dallas, TX, died Monday, August 12, 2019.
Virginia was born February 9, 1940 in Tyler, TX to Willie Mae and Calvin P. Cunningham. She grew up in Southeast Texas and graduated from Vidor High School in 1958. She earned a Bachelor of Science degree from North Texas State University where she also...
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Jason Xavier Salas
December 18, 1966 - August 9, 2019
Jason Xavier Salas, age 52, left this earth to be with our Mother and Father, John and Lucia Salas and brother James DeLuna. He is now resting in the arms of the angels healed and at peace. Jason, a lifelong resident of Dallas, Texas passed on August 9, 2019. He is survived by his son, Jason, Jr., and beloved stepchildren, Mario, Priscilla, Zachary, Jose, Alyssa, and Christine. Also, survived...
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Brian Thomas McGriff
March 1, 1971 - August 7, 2019
Brian Thomas McGriff 48, of Mesquite, Texas entered into rest on August 7, 2019 in Plano, Texas. Brian was born on March 1,1971 to Jerry and Vickie.
Brain was a graduate from W. W. Samuell High School. Upon completion, he worked as a licensed plumber for Local Union #142 in San Antonio, Texas. After a few years in the trade, he decided to venture out on his own doing plumbing, painting and...
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Rada ImaJean Johnson
July 1, 1923 - August 7, 2019
Rada ImaJean Johnson passed away peacefully and joyfully in her sleep on Wednesday, August 7, 2019 at Baylor Hospital of Dallas. While preparing for discharge home with hospice, she went home to Heaven instead at 1 a.m. She had a wonderful day on Tuesday, August 6th surrounded by many family with much love, laughter and silliness –which was just her style.
She was preceded in death by...
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Janice Fay Giannini
July 14, 1933 - August 6, 2019
Janice Fay Giannini, 86, of Garland, Texas, passed away peacefully in Ft. Lauderdale, FL on Tuesday, August 6, 2019, surrounded by her children. Janice, one of nine siblings, was born in Garland, TX on July 14, 1933 to Myrtle and John Trousdale, and attended Garland High School (long live Dashing Debs!). She spent her youth in Garland, raised her family in Rhode Island, and returned to Texas, the...
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James Pierce Hotchkiss
September 24, 1941 - August 4, 2019
James Pierce Hotchkiss
9/24/1941 - 8/4/2019, Age 77
Garland, Texas
James Pierce Hotchkiss, 77 of Garland, Texas went to be with his Lord on August 4th, 2019 after a long battle with cancer. He is survived by his wife of 57 years, Harriet Duvall Hotchkiss, who is now residing in Colorado with family. Both were born and raised in Binghamton, New York. He is also survived by his sister, Jean...
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Anita Virginia Loe
December 10, 1932 - August 1, 2019
Anita Virginia Loe passed away August 1, 2019 in Sunnyvale, Texas. Anita was born in Waxahachie, Texas on December 10, 1932 to Sheriff Joseph Leonard Loe and Odes Grantham Loe. She grew up in Waxahachie where her father was the Sheriff of Ellis County, and she was the youngest of 9 siblings.
Anita was best known for her servant's heart, which started with her father's passing when she was 6...
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Suzanne "Sue" Frances Studzinski
June 7, 1965 - July 24, 2019
Suzanne "Sue" Studzinski passed away on July 24, 2019 in her home at the age of 54 years.
Born in Bridgeview Illinois. She graduated 1983 Argo High School. Due to her previous cancer, she was unable to work for the past years, but previously she worked at Bryles as an accountant.
She is survived by her loving husband of 31 years, Timothy Studzinski, her parents Judy and Richard Fuja...
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James "Buddy" Garland Collins
July 3, 1937 - July 20, 2019
James Garland Collins—who was known to friends and family as Buddy—passed away on July 20, 2019, at the age of 82. Buddy was born on July 3, 1937, to Idella Louise McGowen and Rufus Hamlet Collins in Texarkana, Texas, but lived all of his adult life in Mesquite and Garland, Texas. Buddy was the sixth of seven children. Gay Wells is his oldest and only surviving sibling. He was preceded...
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Harold Eugene Neighbors
October 15, 1940 - July 20, 2019
H A R O L D E U G E N E N E I G H B O R S
A life well lived.
He was preceded in death by his Parents Oscar and Etta, his wife Uneta Neighbors, his son Mark Neighbors and his sister Nancy Steward.
He is survived by his three brothers Kenneth, Steven and Rodney. His children Joni (Ronald), Michael (Sally), Mitchell (Brenda), Juli (Michael). His daughter-in-law Denna Neighbors. His...
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Jewell Alene (Morris) Wallick
May 31, 1929 - July 19, 2019
Obituary – Jewell Alene Morris Wallick
Jewell Alene Morris Wallick, age 90, of Garland, Texas, passed away at her home on July 19, 2019.
Alene was born to parents Albert and Martha Morris on May 31, 1929 in Dallas, Texas. She was valedictorian at Sunset High School before graduating from Hockaday Junior College. She married the late Richard Miller, and the couple moved to Garland,...
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Martha Joyce Rodriguez
September 23, 1955 - July 14, 2019
Martha Rodriguez entered into rest on July 14, 2019 in Dallas, Texas. Martha was a long time resident of San Antonio, Texas.
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Maria Esther Ayala
September 12, 1976 - July 13, 2019
Maria Esther Ayala entered into rest on July 15,2019. She was born in Mexico on September 12,1976 to Jose and Mariana Ayala.
A visitation service will be held on Saturday July 20, 2019 from 10:00 am - 8:00 pm. A holy rosary will begin at 6:00 pm
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