Obituaries
Tommie Olton Mankins Jr.
Jun 12, 2024
Tommie Olton Mankins Jr, age 71, was born on November 5, 1952, and unexpectedly passed away on June 12, 2024, in Crandall, Texas. Tommie was a devoted Christian, husband, father, father-in-law, grandfather, friend, leader, and coach. He had a warm and welcoming personality, never meeting a stranger and always eager to share his stories with others. Tommie embodied the golden...
Wanda Lynn Howell
Jun 12, 2024
Wanda Lynn Howell 81, of Kaufman, Texas passed away in Gun Barrel City, Texas surrounded by her family on June 12, 2024. Lynn was born in Dallas, Texas to Bill and Wanda Hunsaker on January 1, 1943. She was the first baby in Dallas County born on the New Year. Lynn grew up in Dallas and in her later high...
Angela Cook
Jun 11, 2024
Angela Cook, age 54, went to join our Heavenly Father on June 11, 2024, following an unexpected illness. She was able to join the Gates of Heaven quickly, as she parted from her family in her last moments.
Angela was born on April 25, 1970, in Fort Wort, Texas, to her parents, Clyde Bryce and Wanda Highshaw. The sister to Margie...
Danny Travis Hadlock
Jun 10, 2024
Danny Travis Hadlock, 71, of Forney, TX passed away on June 10, 2024. Danny was born on July 14, 1952, to Travis and Clara Mae Hadlock in Lindsay, OK. Shortly after high school his family moved to the Kaufman area where he has lived since. Danny was a truck driver for 31 years, working for the ProCo Paint Company...
Lola Louise Hanson
Jun 10, 2024
Lola Louise Hanson, 77, of Athens, TX went to be with the Lord on June 10, 2024. Lola was born on April 11, 1947, to Leonard and Lola Mae Higgins in Dallas, TX. She grew up in Dallas but settled in the Kaufman area in 1987. Lola worked at 7/11 in Kaufman for several years. She enjoyed playing bingo, spending...
Charles Edward Crutcher, Sr.
Jun 3, 2024
Charles Edward Crutcher, Sr., a beloved horticulturalist known for his dedication to the cities Arlington, Mesquite, and Rockwall, has peacefully passed from this earth at his home in Terrell, Texas. Born in Linden, Texas on November 26, 1942, Charles leaves behind a legacy of passion for gardening and storytelling. Throughout his career, Charles shared his expertise and love for horticulture...
Mark Miller
Jun 3, 2024
Mark Miller, a beloved member of the community, passed away at the age of 72 in Mesquite, Texas. Mark was born on April 28, 1952, in Dallas, Texas, and throughout his life, he touched the hearts of many with his warmth and humor. Mark's journey was one filled with dedication and hard work. He spent 25 years as a truck...
James Auble Adams
May 22, 2024
James Auble Adams went to be with our Heavenly Father on May 22, 2024, with his family by his side. James was born on Saturday February 11, 1933, to Auble Venner and Mildred Griffey Adams in Tolbert, Texas. Shortly after his birth, the Adams family moved to Crandall, Texas where James would spend most of his childhood and attend school.
After...
Jerry Richard Eskridge
May 19, 2024
Jerry Richard Eskridge was born on November 30, 1935 in Dallas, Texas to James Riley Eskridge and Audeen Bunyard Eskridge. He went to be with our Savior on Sunday, May 19, 2024 at the age of 88.
Jerry attended South Oak Cliff High School in Dallas. He played football and ran track, but was more interested in working with his...
Cleo R. White
May 18, 2024
Cleo Renee Raymond was born August 26, 1945 at home in Prairieville, TX. She attended Mabank schools and graduated from Mabank High School in 1963 and later she attended and graduated from Henderson County Junior College, HCJC. Cleo met Billy Lloyd White and they married February 21, 1964. They moved to Kaufman where they raised their daughters, Kristie and Dana....
Ronnie Wayne Hooper
May 18, 2024
Ronnie Wayne Hooper, age 65, passed from this earth peacefully with his wife and loved ones at his bedside on Saturday, May 18, 2024, to be with our Lord and other loved ones that preceded him in death; his parents Wayne Hooper and Margie Gonzales; his brother, Mike Hooper, and other relatives.
Ronnie is survived by his wife of 48 years,...
Robert Wesley Phillips
May 17, 2024
1 Peter 5:10And the God of all Grace, who called you to His Eternal Glory in Christ Jesus, perfectly establishes, strengthened, and settled you after you have suffered a little while.Robert Wesley Phillips entered this world on December 17, 1969, in Dallas, Texas, to Larry Donald Phillips and Janet Denise Strubb.After a life filled with adventurers, laughter, and struggles, he...
Dakota Lee Baker
May 13, 2024
Dakota Lee Baker, 28, Scurry, TX passed away on May 13, 2024. Dakota was born on March 25, 1996, to Dusty Marie Ayers and Bradford Lee Baker in Dallas, TX. Dakota grew up in Scurry. He enjoyed watching wrestling with his dad, singing his favorite songs and cooking for the family gatherings. He knew every song, even the older ones,...
Joseph Alejandro Reyes
May 12, 2024
Joseph Alejandro Reyes, 20, of Kaufman, TX passed away on May 12, 2024. Joseph was born on June 18, 2003, to Jose G. Reyes, Jr. and Latisha R. Reyes in Dallas, TX. He mostly grew up in Kaufman, graduating from Kaufman High School in 2021. After graduation he did many jobs mostly involving welding. Joseph enjoyed working on cars and...
Robin Lee Donley
May 11, 2024
In loving memory of Robin Lee DonleyOn May 11, 2024, the world lost a compassionate soul with the passing of Robin Lee Donley. She was born on May 20, 1960, in Staton, Oregon, to her beloved parents Arnold Vaughn Richards and Lorainne Lucille Freitas.Robin dedicated her life to helping others as a Certified Medical Assistant, touching the lives of many...
Ronald William Grady
May 10, 2024
It’s with deepest sadness to announce that our beloved Husband and Father, Ronald William Grady passed away on Friday, May 10, 2024, at 9:00am. Ron was born on May 16th, 1940, in Hillburn, NY to Mother Alma Sisco and Father Thomas Grady. He had 3 brothers Tommy, John, and Barry and 1 sister Joan. Ron met his wife Retha...
Mark Allen Hergenrader
May 6, 2024
Hergy was born in 1959 in Columbus, Georgia and traveled nationally and internationally as amilitary kid. This is where he developed his love for travel and touring with bands. At the ageof three he traveled to the Philippines where he enjoyed island life surrounded by palm treesand tiki huts. Herg landed in Texas after his Dad became a commercial airline...
Janet G. Wilson
May 3, 2024
Janet G. Wilson, a beloved mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away on May 3, 2024, in Pilot Point, Texas. She was born on June 26, 1943, in Kaufman, Texas, to her loving parents Russell Greenlea and Faye Doris Miller.Janet will always be remembered for her fiery personality – feisty, strong-willed, independent, and equally loving. She had a passion for her...
Carmen Espinosa
May 3, 2024
Carmen Espinosa, a beloved soul from Kaufman, has passed away at the age of 82. Born in Lampasas, Coahuila, Mexico, on April 12, 1942, Carmen was known for her warmth and vivacious personality. Throughout her life, Carmen dedicated ten years to her craft as a seamstress at the drapery company in Kaufman. Her skills and talents left an indelible mark...
Sandra Faye Dickinson
May 2, 2024
Sandra Faye Dickinson, 73, of Kaufman, TX went to be with the Lord on May 2, 2024, at home. Sandra was born on June 24, 1950, to Billy and Nettie Bell in Huntsville, TX. She graduated from Mesquite High School in 1968. Sandra earned a bachelor’s degree from East Texas State University in education and for many years she taught...
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