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Melinda Hall Darby
Mar 15, 2024
Melinda Hall Darby of Hurst, Texas, was born February 7, 1942, in Jennings, Louisiana, to Marguerite Marie Emerson and Elmer Dwight Hall. She left this earth on March 15, 2024. She was raised in Weatherford, Texas, by her father and paternal grandparents, Rhoda Ophelia Musgrove and Jesse Elmer Hall, Sr.
She leaves behind her husband, James Curry Darby. Their...
Carolyn Jean David
Mar 14, 2024
Carolyn Jean David, age 77, peacefully passed away on Thursday, March 14, 2024. She was born December 7, 1946, in Cleburne, Texas, to Bill Holmes and Dorothy (McKelvey) Holmes. Carolyn's upbringing took place in Cleburne where her roots were firmly established. It was during her time at Stephen F. Austin that she crossed paths with her husband, Daniel H....
Danny Ray Walker
Mar 13, 2024
It is with a heavy heart that we announce the passing of Danny Ray Walker, on March 13, 2024. He was surrounded by his family, leaving behind a legacy of love and unwavering dedication. He was 77 years old. Born on January 24, 1947, in Dallas, Texas, Danny was the beloved son of the late Jessie James Walker and...
Joshua Steven Carson
Mar 10, 2024
Josh passed away peacefully on Sunday, March 10, 2024, at the age of 39 while at home with family after a hard-fought battle against brain cancer. Josh was raised and grew up in Ventura County, California where he formed true and lasting bonds with family, friends and coworkers. Josh was a proud graduate and former football player of Thousand...
Filomena 'Fil' Fabrizio
Mar 9, 2024
Filomena ‘Fil’ (Pittarelli) Fabrizio, 93, gracefully passed away with her daughter and granddaughter by her side on Saturday, March 9, 2024. She came into this world on October 19, 1930, in Endicott, New York to her loving parents, Vincent and Mary Pittarelli. Throughout her life, Fil held her family and faith in the highest regard. Her spiritual home was Our...
Diane Marie Phillips
Mar 7, 2024
Diane Marie Phillips, age 74, peacefully passed from this life on Thursday, March 7, 2024. She was born on September 11, 1949, to Weldon King and Margie (Norton) King. Diane dedicated her career to the healthcare industry, where she exemplified excellence in customer service and compassion towards those under her care. A cherished wife, mother, and grandmother, Diane's...
Charles Lamar Donnell
Mar 6, 2024
Memorial services for Charles Lamar Donnell will be held Saturday, March 16, at 12:00 noon, at Crossroads Baptist Church, 6003 FM 1886, Azle, Texas. Charles was born on May 9, 1937, in Graham, Texas, to William E. and Kate Spann Donnell. He departed this life on March 6, 2024, at his home in Parker County. He graduated from Azle High...
Anita Newton Lane
Mar 5, 2024
Mary Anita Newton Lane, 89, of Weatherford and formerly of Stephenville, passed away on Tuesday, March 5. Anita was born on August 12, 1934, in the hospital in Coleman, Texas, the only one of the five children of Lewis and Ina Newton not to be born at home. She joined her two older brothers, JW and Ferrell, and her...
Loretta Barbara Baker
Mar 2, 2024
Loretta Barbara Baker, 75, passed from this life on Saturday, March 2, 2024. She was born on August 29, 1948, in Bell Fountain, Ohio, to her loving parents, Albert Snyder and Margaret Snyder (Jenkins). Loretta dedicated 35 years of her life as a Lab Technician in the fabrication industry at Jamak Fabrications in Weatherford. Her passion for music, animals,...
Charles Herman Runyon
Mar 2, 2024
Charles Herman Runyon, age 86, passed away on Saturday, March 2, 2024. He was born on January 27, 1938, in Denver, Colorado, to Herman and Velva Runyon. Charles dedicated his life to the art of shoe cobbling and was the proud owner of Two Heels and a Loafer. Known for his unwavering Christian faith and strong work ethic, he...
Evelyn Annie Robinson
Mar 1, 2024
Evelyn Annie Robinson went to her heavenly home on Friday, March 1, 2024. Evelyn was born on June 6, 1940, in Georgetown, Texas, to Adolph and Malinda Noack. Evelyn was very talented and enjoyed spending her time painting, especially abstracts. She was known for her baking and loved baking for those she loved. Every time she baked a cake,...
Gary Allen Blum
Mar 1, 2024
Gary Allen Blum was born on July 26, 1944, in Fort Worth, Texas, to Sol Blum and Etta Belle (Siegel) Blum. He passed away on March 1, 2024, in Fort Worth.
He is survived by his beloved wife of thirty-two years, Vivian M. Blum; daughter, Debbie Blum Lemons and husband, Paul Lemons; grandchildren, Grant Yarbrough and Brian Yarbrough; sister-in-law,...
John E. Rummel
Mar 1, 2024
John E. Rummel, aged 79, transitioned from this life on Friday, March 1, 2024. Born on June 6, 1944, in Pueblo, Colorado, to Earl Rummel and Alys (Ohleson) Rummel.
John was a compassionate soul, always ready to lend a helping hand or offer sage advice. Universally beloved, he possessed a keen intellect and a generous spirit, often assisting those...
Robert Wilson Shannon
Feb 29, 2024
Robert Wilson Shannon’s journey on this earth came to a peaceful end on February 29, 2024. He was born in Fort Worth, Texas, on November 6, 1946, to Marcel and Mary Shannon. He graduated from Weatherford High School in the class of 1964 and attended Weatherford College for a short time.
Robert worked as an auto mechanic for Montgomery...
Hall Ernest Johnson
Feb 28, 2024
Hall Ernest Johnson, age 77, passed away on Wednesday, February 28, 2024. Hall was born January 9, 1947, in Weatherford, Texas, to Ernest and Clemetine Johnson. Hall Johnson served in the United States Army and National Guard for several years. Hall was a very determined and knowledgeable man who would accomplish anything he set out to do. Hall became...
Thomas Edward Pritchard, Sr.
Feb 28, 2024
Thomas Edward Pritchard, Sr. was born in Parker County, Texas; the area known as the “North part of the county.” He was born to Thomas Alton (T.A.) Pritchard and Ophelia (Harrison) Pritchard on November 7, 1932.
Thomas (Tom) is survived by his wife, Jane of 70 ½ years; children, Thomas E. Pritchard Jr., and wife, Janie of Brock; Annilyn...
Juanita Darlene Pennington
Feb 28, 2024
Juanita Darlene Belcher Pennington, 89, of Willow Park, Texas, peacefully passed from this earth on Wednesday, February 28, 2024. She was born May 15,1934, in Bowie, Texas, to Cecil Durwood Belcher and Mary Ruth Holder Belcher Weatherly.
Juanita’s greatest joy in life was her family. She was a dedicated wife of 53 years to her high school sweetheart, Bill...
Charles R. Schaul, Sr.
Feb 25, 2024
Charlie is survived by his brother, Mark Schaul (Ellie Schaul) of Charleston, West Virginia; son, Mike Schaul (Anita) Franklin, North Carolina; son, Charlie Schaul, Jr. (Cheryl) Sandy, Utah; and daughter, Amy O’Connor (Paul) Perrin, Texas; six grandchildren, Katie, Chelsea, Emily, Michael, Sam, and Leo; and three great grandchildren, Audrey, Tessa, and Morgan. Charlie was born and raised in Charleston,...
Jackie Karen Sneed
Feb 24, 2024
Jackie Karen Sneed, 71, passed away at home February 24, 2024, in Lipan, Texas, surrounded by her loving family after years of struggling with Dementia.
Jackie was born on August 8, 1952, in Weatherford, Texas, to Coke and Dot Whisenant. Jackie joined her three sisters, Linda, Pam and Debbie, north of Aledo on the Farmer Dairy where their daddy...
Dorothy Ann "Dottie" McEntire
Feb 21, 2024
Dorothy A. "Dottie" McEntire, 82, entered into eternal rest on February 21, 2024, at Fort Worth, Texas surrounded by her family. Born on August 27, 1941, in Lackawanna, New York, she was a woman of deep faith and boundless love for her family.
Dottie dedicated her life to the noble profession of nursing after completing her education at Weatherford...
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