Obituaries

Linda Carolyn Chester

Linda Carolyn Chester

Sep 27, 2024

Linda Carolyn Chester, 76, of Seagoville, TX passed away on September 27, 2024, in Dallas, TX. Linda was born on August 4, 1948, to Wallace and Lavona Merry in Concordia, KS. She grew up in Kansas, graduating from Delphos High School in 1966. On June 12, 1967, she married Ken Chester, and they spent a loving 57 years together. Linda...

Carolyn Paulette Murrah

Carolyn Paulette Murrah

Sep 23, 2024

It is with great sadness we announce the death of Paulette Murrah of Kaufman, TX. She passed away September 23, 2024 at Baylor Hospital in Dallas, TX following a brief illness. She was surrounded by immediate family who loved her dearly.

Paulette is survived by her husband, Don Murrah, daughters Leslie Wood (Larry Wood) and Amy Jackson (Kelly Jackson), grandchildren Matthew...

Laurie Greenslade Harris

Laurie Greenslade Harris

Sep 16, 2024

Laurie Greenslade Harris, a devoted wife, cherished mother, and beloved grandmother, passed away at Baylor Hospital in Dallas, Texas, on September16, 2024, at the age of 65. Born on November 13, 1958, in Kaufman, Texas, Laurie was a pillar of strength and an inspiration to all who knew her. 

Laurie’s academic journey began at Kaufman High School, where she excelled and...

Mary Hatcher

Mary Hatcher

Sep 11, 2024

Mary L. Hatcher, 76, of Scurry, TX went to be with the Lord on September 11, 2024. Mary was born on December 30, 1947, to Buford and Georgia Carpenter in Kaufman, TX. She graduated from Crandall High School in 1966. Mary worked as a Quartermaster for the Dallas Police Department where she retired. After retirement, she was a substitute teacher...

Floyd Clemmons

Floyd Clemmons

Sep 10, 2024

Floyd Clemmons, a cherished soul who journeyed through life with warmth and joy, passed away on September 10, 2024, in Dallas, Texas. Born on January 21, 1933, in Kaufman, Texas, Floyd’s life was a tapestry woven with threads of love, resilience, and devotion.

Floyd dedicated many years to driving a truck across the vast of the United States, experiencing the country’s...

Nancy Hamic

Nancy Hamic

Sep 10, 2024

Nancy S. Hamic, 82, of Scurry, TX went to be with the Lord on September 10, 2024.

Nancy was born in Hamburg, AR, on August 19, 1942, to Clifton and Ruby Spencer. In seventh grade, she moved to Crowley, LA, where she graduated high school in 1960. She attended Louisiana State University, graduating in 1964 with a degree in education. She...

Wanda Taylor

Wanda Taylor

Sep 4, 2024

Wanda Taylor of Gun Barrell City, passed away peacefully at her home on September 4, 2024, surrounded by her family. Those preceding Wanda in death are her husband of 60 years, Harvey S. Taylor; her parents Marcus Otha White and Minnie Gladney David Roberts; and sister, Billie Jo Huddleston.

Those, of Wanda’s family, who remain and will cherish her memories are...

Patsy Jolene Atkinson

Patsy Jolene Atkinson

Sep 2, 2024

Patsy Jolene Atkinson, 88, of Seagoville, TX went to be with the Lord on September 2, 2024. Patsy was born on November 23, 1935, to JW (Shorty) and Willie Sellers in Abilene, TX. She grew up in Hawley, just outside of Abilene, where she graduated from Hawley High School in 1953. Patsy was Brazos River raised, as the river ran...

Larry Don Estes

Larry Don Estes

Aug 30, 2024

Larry Don Estes, a lifetime resident of Kemp, TX passed into heaven on August 30, 2024, at the age of 75. Larry spent his final weeks on hospice surrounded by his family as he respectfully battled the enemy of cancer. On December 20, 1948, Larry was born in Terrell, TX as the only child to Guinn and Patty Estes. He...

Ruby Jane Crow

Ruby Jane Crow

Aug 19, 2024

Ruby Jane Crow passed away on August 19, 2024 at 89 years old. She was born to Ruby Mae (Pierce) Crawford and John Calvin Crawford on December 30th 1934. 

Jane was preceded in death by her parents Ruby Mae and John Calvin Crawford; brothers John C and William; sons Randell and Mike; daughter Donna; granddaughters Brandy and Amy. 

Jane is survived by...

Margie Fay Sorrells

Margie Fay Sorrells

Aug 12, 2024

Margie Fay Sorrells , age 101, went to her heavenly home on Monday August 12, 2024. Margie was born on April 18, 1923 in Kaufman County, Texas. Her parents were  Annie (McAnally) Baker and Edwin D. Baker.

She grew up in the Crandall area and helped her family on the farm. She picked Cotton and drove the truck pulling the cotton...

Jonathan Hoyt Fox

Jonathan Hoyt Fox

Aug 11, 2024

Jonathan Hoyt Fox passed away at his home in Ola on August 11, 2024 after a brief illness.  He was 62 years old.  Jonathan grew up on the family farm in Ola.  He graduated from Kaufman High School in 1980.

For more than a decade, Jonathan worked for ProBox in Ola.  In recent months, he delivered products manufactured there to outdoor...

Gerald Arthur Smith

Gerald Arthur Smith

Aug 10, 2024

Gerald Arthur Smith, 84, of Kaufman, TX passed away on August 10, 2024. Gerald was born on October 20, 1939, to Robert Smith and Elsie Ward Pierson in Bridgeport Alabama. Gerald graduated from Kaufman High School in 1958. He went to ETSU graduating with his bachelor's degree in 1970. He served in the Navy for 5 years before beginning to...

William George Becker

William George Becker

Aug 4, 2024

William George Becker, affectionately known as Billy or Pa, passed away on August 4, 2024, surrounded by his loved ones at the age of 73 in Becker, Texas. Born on February 7, 1951, in Caracas, Venezuela, to Maj. Gen. William A. Becker (retired) and Frances Carlyle Becker. Bill's life was filled with love, laughter, and a passion for the outdoors,...

Larry Stephen Moon

Larry Stephen Moon

Aug 4, 2024

Larry Stephen Moon, born on December 14, 1944, passed away peacefully at his home with family by his side on August 4, 2024. He was the cherished son of the late C.L. Moon and Anna Lorene Moon and the beloved brother of the late Carolyn Moon. He is survived by his brothers Ron Moon, David Moon, and Jeff Moon.

Larry was...

Carol Anne Tidmore

Carol Anne Tidmore

Aug 3, 2024

Carol Anne Tidmore, 79, of Kaufman, TX passed away on August 3, 2024, at home with family by her side. Carol was born on November 13, 1944, to Harvey and Margaret Landis in Key West, FL. Born in Florida, she moved to California and graduated from High School there. Carol moved to Texas about 45 years ago and has lived...

Joyce Faye Moore

Joyce Faye Moore

Aug 2, 2024

Mrs. Joyce Faye Moore, 85, of Kaufman Texas went to be with the Lord on August 2, 2024. Joyce was born on June 17, 1939, to David and Velma McBride in Bright Star, Texas.

Joyce retired from Southwestern Bell in 2001 after twenty-five plus years of service. After retirement she went to work as the church secretary at Kaufman Assembly of...

Wayne Robert Thomas

Wayne Robert Thomas

Jul 31, 2024

Wayne Robert Thomas, a dedicated Marine for 22 years, passed away, leaving a profound void in the hearts of many.  Wayne's legacy is one of bravery, dedication, and love. As a Marine, he served his country with honor and distinction. As a father, he provided unwavering support and affection. To his friends, he was a source of joy and camaraderie....

Kenneth Ray Bell

Kenneth Ray Bell

Jul 27, 2024

Kenneth Ray Bell, a man known for his love of Christ, his lovely bride, and his family, passed away on July 27,2024, in Plano, Texas, in the arms of his family. He was born on August 28, 1944, in Greenville, Texas. Kenneth led a fulfilling life that touched the hearts of many with his personality and unwavering dedication to the...

Daniel Elijah Van Huss

Daniel Elijah Van Huss

Jul 21, 2024

Daniel Elijah Van Huss, 37, of Kaufman, TX went to be with the Lord on July 21, 2024. Daniel was born on June 16, 1987, to Don and Christine Van Huss in Corsicana, TX. On September 28, 2013, he married Brandi Van Huss, including time together prior to marrying, they have spent a loving 17 years together. Daniel has worked...