Obituaries

Debbie Charlton

Debbie Charlton

Nov 8, 2025

Debbie Jo Charlton, 74, of Kaufman, TX passed away on November 8, 2025, at home with her family and loved ones by her side. Debbie was born on September 2, 1951, to JD and Fern Howell in Kaufman. She worked for the Kaufman School District for about 10 years but mostly spent her time loving her family, especially her grandchildren....

Cendy Elaine Billings

Cendy Elaine Billings

Nov 6, 2025

Cendy Elaine Billings, 64, of Scurry, TX passed away on November 6, 2025, at home. Cendy was born on March 1, 1961, to Clarence and Betsy Jones in Dallas, TX. She was raised in Dallas and went to school at Spruce High School. Cendy married Robert Billings on May 5, 1983, in Gun Barrel City, TX and they have spent...

Robert Shawn Purcell

Robert Shawn Purcell

Nov 5, 2025

Robert Shawn Purcell, 62, of Oologah, OK, passed away on November 5, 2025. Robert was born on September 21, 1963 to Gary L. Purcell and Sandra S. Wester in Tulsa, OK. Raised in the Tulsa area, he would join the Army in 1980 and serve until 1982. Robert owned a Hot Shot business before becoming a Pipeline Inspector in 1990....

Jeanna Bess Kyser

Jeanna Bess Kyser

Nov 5, 2025

Jeanna Penn Kyser Eulogy

Jeanna Penn Kyser was born on Sunday, July 18th in the year 1937, in the community of Warsaw, in Kaufman County, in the state of Texas.

Jeanna was the oldest daughter born to Dixie Mae Penn and Sydney Penn. Her parents moved to Kaufman, Texas when she was a small child. Her father was employed by his brother-in-law...

Robbie Gene Whittenberg

Robbie Gene Whittenberg

Nov 3, 2025

Robbie Gene Whittenberg left this earthly presence on Monday, November 3, 2025, at the age of ninety-six. Robbie was born in Kaufman, Texas on June 27, 1929, to the parents Jesse and Hattie (Couch) Scallions. Her grandchildren write:

“The definition of loving the Lord Jesus Christ was our Grannie “Robbie Gene Whittenberg,” the most true and loyal woman on this earth....

Daniel Parmer Smith II

Daniel Parmer Smith II

Nov 2, 2025

Daniel Parmer Smith II, 71, of Scurry, TX, went to be with the Lord on November 2, 2025. Daniel was born on May 16, 1954 to Robert and Elizabeth Smith in Gulfport, MS. He grew up in a military family, living in MS as a young child and living in Southern California for most of his youth. After graduating from...

Joseph Leroy Richey

Joseph Leroy Richey

Oct 31, 2025

Joseph Leroy Richey, born on August 7, 1935, in Canton, Ohio, passed away on October 31, 2025, in Corsicana, Texas. He lived a life dedicated to both his profession and his family.

Joseph had a diverse career, primarily working at Tempkin Roller Bearings. His professional journey also saw him excel as a salesman across various sectors, including real estate and insurance....

Robert Jearl Burnett, Sr.

Robert Jearl Burnett, Sr.

Oct 23, 2025

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Robert Jearl Burnett, age 82. He passed on October 23rd at his home, peacefully, with his family and loved ones around him.

Jearl lived in Scurry, Texas, with his youngest son, Robert (Robby) Jearl Burnett Jr., daughter-in-law Anna Burnett, and three grandchildren: Holly (McKenzie), Morgan, and Little Robby.

Jearl was born...

Janet Sue Morse

Janet Sue Morse

Oct 19, 2025

Janet Sue Morse, age 69, passed away peacefully at her home on Sunday, October 19, 2025. Private services will be held in the near future.

Leroy Dukes Jr.

Leroy Dukes Jr.

Oct 17, 2025

LeRoy Dukes Jr., 70, of Kaufman, Texas, passed away on October 17, 2025.



LeRoy was a hardworking man who owned and operated a tree service for over 20 years and was also involved in real estate. He dedicated his time to helping others through his volunteer work with the Kaufman County Extension Agency and the Mike Barber Prison Ministry.



A man of...

Jerry (Cotton) Lynn Bailey

Jerry (Cotton) Lynn Bailey

Oct 15, 2025

Jerry (Cotton) Lynn Bailey, 76, of Kaufman, TX went to be with the Lord on October 15, 2025. Cotton was born on August 24, 1949, to Roland and Mary Belle Bailey in Kaufman, TX. He grew up in Kaufman, living and working on the Star Brand Ranch through High School. Cotton graduated from Kaufman High School in 1967. On November...

James Ray Stamper, Jr.

James Ray Stamper, Jr.

Oct 11, 2025

James Ray Stamper, Jr., 66, of Crandall, TX went to be with the Lord on October 11, 2025. James was born on August 16, 1959, to James Ray Sr. and Mary Etta Stamper in Dallas, TX. He moved to Crandall when he was 9 years old and graduated from Crandall High School in 1977. James went to LeTourneau University where...

Glenn Eugene Ketterman

Glenn Eugene Ketterman

Oct 10, 2025

Glenn Eugene Ketterman, age 66, of Kemp, Texas, passed away peacefully on October 10, 2025.

Glenn was born on February 2nd, 1959 to Wilbur and Marian Ketterman in Kansas City, Kansas.

Glenn dedicated 40+ years of his life to being an electrician and co-owning a construction company with his son.

Glenn enjoyed the outdoors, hunting and fishing with his son and grandsons and...

Jack Hays Leflore

Jack Hays Leflore

Oct 9, 2025

Jack Hays LeFlore, 86, of Kaufman, TX, went to be with the Lord on October 9, 2025, at home surrounded by family. Jack was born on April 9, 1939, to Clarence Albert Sr. and Evelina Killabrew LeFlore in Palestine, TX. He grew up in Palestine and graduated from Palestine High School in 1957.

Jack went to typewriting school in Missouri and...

George "Mickey" Lathan

George "Mickey" Lathan

Oct 4, 2025

Mickey Lathan (George M. Lathan) passed away peacefully at home, by his wife’s side at the age of eighty-six (86). Mickey was born to James and Myrtle (Sheen) Lathan in Harrisville, New York on September 19, 1939. He grew up in Watertown, New York.

Mickey began his military career in the U. S. Army, followed by service in the US Army...

Mary Frances Duhon

Mary Frances Duhon

Oct 1, 2025

Mary Frances Duhon, 84, passed away on October 1, 2025, at home surrounded by her loving family. Mary was born on October 22, 1940, to Robert and Ruby Phillips in Nacogdoches, TX. She moved to Orange, TX early in her life and that’s where she met Mack Duhon. Mary would marry Mack on December 28, 1959, and they would spend...

Esteban Palacios

Esteban Palacios

Sep 20, 2025

In Loving Memory of Esteban Palacios Ponce

It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Esteban Palacios Ponce, who was born on September 2, 1955, in Aguacatillos, Rayon, San Luis Potosí, Mexico, and entered eternal rest on September 20, 2025.

Esteban grew up in San Luis Potosí and later moved to Tampico, Tamaulipas, where he began his married life...

Jerry Louis Schroeder

Jerry Louis Schroeder

Sep 20, 2025

In Loving Memory of Jerry Louis Schroeder

April 27, 1942 – September 20, 2025

With a heavy heart, we announce the passing of Jerry Louis Schroeder. Jerry went home to be with the Lord on September 20, 2025, while surrounded by family.

Jerry was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother and friend to many. He was a man of unwavering faith, quiet...

Argelia Guerrero

Argelia Guerrero

Sep 17, 2025

Argelia Guerrero, a beloved mother, grandmother, sister, daughter, and friend, passed away on September 17, 2025, in Dallas, Texas. Born on February 26, 1967, in PalaÅ© Coahuila de Zaragoza, México. Argelia was known for her vibrant spirit and unwavering dedication to those she loved.

Over the years, Argelia devoted herself to her work as a custodian for Terrell Independent School District...

Mack Arthur Duhon

Mack Arthur Duhon

Sep 15, 2025

Mack Arthur Duhon, 83, of Kaufman, TX passed away on September 15, 2025. Mack was born on February 2, 1942, to Mack and Sable Marie Duhon in Orange, TX. He was raised in Orange attending school there. On December 28, 1959, he married Mary Phillips Duhon, and they have spent a loving 66 years together. Mack worked as a truck...