Obituary Notices and Memorial Services
Galbreaith Pickard Funeral Chapel
Remembering Loved Ones in Parker County and Surrounding Areas
Elna Diane Ellis
Aug 28, 2023
Elna Diane Ellis departed peacefully from this life on August 28, 2023, at age 86. Diane was born August 22, 1937, in Lipan, Texas to the late George Light and Dottie (Tuggle) Light. She was also preceded in death by her siblings, Averil A. Harris, Bobby G. Light, Patsy P. Hammonds, and Amelia Light.
Diane was a devoted wife of 62...
Clara Mae Rich
Aug 25, 2023
Mom, Mother, Meemaw, Meem
Clara Mae Rich, also known to friends as “Sam”, left this earth to be with the Lord on Friday, August 25, 2023. She was a loving mom, grandma, and great-grandma. Clara was born in Morris County, Texas, on April 10, 1936.
She raised 4 children as a stay-at-home mom. Clara then had a secretarial career and retired from...
Eric Lynn Hassler
Aug 25, 2023
Eric Lynn Hassler passed from this life on August 25, 2023, at age 76. Born June 2, 1947, to Lynn M. Hassler and Madolyn P. (Cawyer) Hassler, in Stephenville, Texas; Eric was a wonderful father of two children, Adam Lynn Hassler (Teena) and Somurthai Hayashi of Monterey Park, California; loving Poppers to his grandchildren Ledger and Keira Hassler, and Ashley,...
Dawn (Kirby) Libby
Aug 25, 2023
Dawn Kirby Libby, age 51, passed from this life Friday, August 25, 2023. Dawn was born July 16, 1972, in New Castle, Indiana to the late James Kirby and Laura (Lovely) Fry. She was a retired Dental Office Administrator, a nature lover, a loyal follower of the MAGA movement, a jewelry artisan, and loved her dog "Tinker". Dawn will be...
Susan Harwood Bargas
Aug 23, 2023
In Loving Memory of Susan Harwood Bargas
Susan Harwood Bargas, a beloved wife, devoted mother, and cherished friend, passed away peacefully on August 23rd, 2023, in Weatherford, Texas. She was 81 years old.
Born in St. Louis, Illinois, Susan's family lived in Panama for a short time before settling in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Always up for adventure, Susan spent her teenage years...
Russ Alan Jones
Aug 23, 2023
Russ Alan Jones, 62, passed away unexpectedly August 23, 2023. Russ is survived by his beautiful wife, Pamela, of Aledo, Texas, and daughter and son-in-law, Caitlin and Preston Isham, of Fort Worth.
Russ was born to Coy and Dixie Jones September 27, 1960. After graduating from Brownfield High School, Brownfield Texas, 1979, Russ attended South Plains College in Levelland,...
James Robert Walls
Aug 22, 2023
James Robert Walls passed from this life on Tuesday, August 22, 2023, at age 67, after a long battle with Parkinson Disease. Robert was born in Fort Worth, Texas, on October 7th, 1955.
Robert was a remarkable man. His profound wisdom and witty charm esteemed him to many. Robert was a loving husband to his wife of 47 years,...
Bobby Gene David Long
Aug 19, 2023
Bobby Gene David Long, age 92, of Weatherford, passed away August 19, 2023.
Bobby was born in Big Springs, Texas on December 12, 1930, and was raised in Arkansas before moving to Weatherford. There, he worked for the City of Weatherford Electric Department for 15 years before starting his own soda pop distribution company, which he operated for 25...
Brenda Ann Armstrong
Aug 18, 2023
Brenda Ann Armstrong was born December 16, 1946, in Fort Worth, Texas to Melvin and Ora Mae Hines. She was raised and attended school in Weatherford, Texas. In her early years, Brenda worked as a Candy Striper and at Dairy Queen. She represented Dairy Queen as the Dairy Queen "Queen" during the annual parade.
It was through her job at Dairy...
Wilma Ellen Smith
Aug 18, 2023
Wilma Ellen Smith, 90, passed from this life Friday, August 18, 2023. She was born November 16, 1932, in Weatherford, Texas, where she lived most of her life. She graduated from Weatherford High School in 1951. Wilma married Douglas Dean in 1952 and together they raised three children. Later in life, she met and married Bill Smith from Colorado....
Harold Thomas Sharp
Aug 18, 2023
Mr. Harold T. Sharp, age 96, passed away on August 18, 2023, in Weatherford. He was born on June 9, 1927, in Parker County to the late Archie E. Sharp and Nora Lee (Towles) Sharp.
Mr. Sharp is survived by his beloved wife of seventy six years, Mrs. Dorthea “Dottie" Sharp; by his children, Sharon Southern Karnes and her...
Linda Coreen Gilbert
Aug 17, 2023
Linda Coreen Gilbert, departed from this life on Thursday, August 17, 2023, at age 66.
No services are scheduled at this time.
Steve Rothrock
Aug 17, 2023
Steve Rothrock, age 65, passed away in Weatherford, Texas and went to be with his Savior on August 17, 2023. He was preceded in death by his parents, Roy and Lorraine Rothrock; his grandson, Cannon Blake Rothrock; and his nephew, Colt Rothrock. He is survived by his loving wife of 34 years, Grace Rothrock; his four daughters and their spouses:...
Marion Estelle Bowman
Aug 15, 2023
Marion Estelle Sherman Bowman was born April 30, 1963, in Albany, New York to Dan and Wanda Sherman. After moving to Peaster, Texas, she met Louis Bowman and they married and had two children, Christopher and Casey. But the love of her life was grandson, Jameson. She was preceded in death by her parents; her sister, Joyce Sherman; and brother,...
John T. Rapkoch, Sr.
Aug 15, 2023
John Thomas Rapkoch, Sr., passed away Tuesday, August 15, 2023.
John Rapkoch was born January 7, 1942, in San Diego, California. He would eventually call Weatherford, Texas his home, and along with his late wife, Joanie, built several real estate businesses. John was known for his lively personality, and love of automobiles and dogs.
John is survived by his...
Josephine Nuncio Serna
Aug 14, 2023
Josephine (Nuncio) Serna departed from this life on Monday, August 14, 2023, surrounded by her family, at age 73. Josephine was born July 31, 1950, in Caro, Michigan, to the late Patricio Nuncio and Anita (Alcaraz) Nuncio. She was also predeceased by her siblings, Mary Dolores Britt and Johnny Nuncio.
Josephine was a homemaker and supportive mother to her...
Elizabeth (Betty) Ruth Mullins
Aug 13, 2023
Elizabeth (Betty) Ruth Harper Mullins, age 87, peacefully departed from this life into the arms of her Lord and Saviour on Sunday, August 13, 2023. Betty was born on October 18, 1935, in Harrison County, near Marshall, Texas.
Betty is survived by her loving husband of 67 years, Kenneth Irvin Mullins of Weatherford, Texas. She was a caring and dedicated mother...
Virginia Ann Petrey
Aug 11, 2023
Virginia Ann Rodgers Petrey was born in Monahans, Texas on August 25th, 1941, to James and Lola Rodgers. She was saved as a young child in Bible school at Olin Baptist Church. Virginia was Vice-President of her Hamilton High School class and graduated salutatorian in 1959. She met the love of her life in high school and they were married...
Bonnie Jo Finch
Aug 11, 2023
With family by her side, Bonnie Jo Finch departed peacefully from this life on Friday, August 11, 2023, at the age of 86.
Bonnie was a remarkable lady. She was a loving wife for 66 years to the late Douglas Finch, from their wedding day in March of 1955 until his passing; a nurturing mother to Darla Finch Henry and Steven...
Donald (Donnie) Dean Voorhies, Jr.
Aug 11, 2023
Donald "Donnie" Dean Voorhies, Jr. passed from this life on Friday, August 11, 2023. Donnie was born April 27, 1973, in Oakland, California, to Donald Voorhies, Sr. and Susan Anderson Voorhies. He spent most of his life as a truck driver. He and his wife, Sandy, were team drivers and spent 15 of their 20 years together on the...