Obituaries

Margaret Wynell Houston

Margaret Wynell Houston

Jul 28, 2026

Margaret Wynell Houston, 90, passed away on July 28, 2026, in Mesquite, Texas.

Wynell was born February 5, 1936, in Dallas, Texas, to Margaret and Shelby Stevens. She was raised in Crandall, Texas, alongside her sister, Tina Cousins.

On September 19, 1953, she married the love of her life, Robert Houston, in Combine, Texas. Wynell was a faithful member of the Church...

Brian Lee LeFlore

Brian Lee LeFlore

Jul 20, 2026

Brian Lee Leflore, 63, of Kaufman, TX passed away on July 20, 2026. Brian was born on September 13, 1962, to Jack Leflore, Sr. and Nancy Lee Hanover in Tyler, TX. He grew up in Scurry, TX and worked for John Deere in Terrell and Ennis. On December 1, 2007, he married Sherry Leflore and they spent a loving 18...

Auddie Jean Mooneyham

Auddie Jean Mooneyham

Jul 19, 2026

Auddie Jean Mooneyham, 87, of Kaufman, TX passed away on July 19th, 2026. Auddie was born to John & Mary Jane Mooneyham in Waxahachie, TX on 05/29/1939. He was the youngest boy of 10 children. He grew up in the Lancaster/Hutchins area.

He never graduated high school. He only made it through the 8th grade, but he went on to become...

Jimmie Dwain Hallonquist

Jimmie Dwain Hallonquist

Jul 11, 2026

Jimmie Dwain Hallonquist, 88 of Kaufman, Texas went to be with the Lord on July 11,2026. Jimmie was born on May 17, 1938 to JD and Jewell Meadows Hallonquist in Winnsboro, Texas. Jimmie graduated Avery High School in 1956. He served in the Air Force as a B-52 mechanic refueling the aircraft. Jimmie lived in Mineola, Texas. He worked for...

Joe Alvin Dodson

Joe Alvin Dodson

Jul 9, 2026

Joe Alvin Dodson was born January 6, 1949 in Bonham, Tx to the late Vertis & Dessie Dodson and passed away July 9, 2026 in Seagoville, Tx. He graduated from Sherman High school in 1967 and joined the US Army with his dear friend JD Smith. They trained in the infantry and were sent into combat during the Vietnam War...

William Henry Kerr

William Henry Kerr

Jul 9, 2026

William Henry Kerr, 89, of Kaufman, Texas, passed away peacefully on July 9, 2026. Born on January 15, 1937, William (Bill) lived a long, full, and faith‑centered life devoted to family, service, and the values he cherished.  A proud United States Marine, Bill carried the discipline, honor, and commitment of his service throughout his life. He was a devoted Catholic...

Vicki Dee Koleszar-Roberts

Vicki Dee Koleszar-Roberts

Jul 8, 2026

Vicki Dee Koleszar-Roberts, 64, of Scurry, TX passed away on July 8, 2026, at home. Vicki was born on October 25, 1961, to Billy Pat and Sherry Koleszar in San Jose, CA. She was raised in Seagoville, TX where she graduated from Seagoville High School in 1980. Vicki has spent 42 loving years with Thurman Roberts. She worked with Thurman...

Molly Sue Bell

Molly Sue Bell

Jul 4, 2026

Molly Sue Bell, 84, of Scurry, TX went to be with the Lord on July 4, 2026, surrounded by family. Molly was born on October 19, 1941, to James Caywood and Mamye Ruth Taliaferro in Ennis, TX. Molly grew up in the Cottonwood Community, in Scurry, TX, on land that has been in her family since the early 1900’s and...

Rodney Ray Adams

Rodney Ray Adams

Jul 2, 2026

Rodney Ray Adams was born on September 12, 1951 to Roderick (R.N.) Adams & Juanita Heffington Adams and passed away July 2, 2026 at his home in Kaufman. 

Rod, as he was know to most, was part of a multi-generational Adams family in the Kaufman area, as a youth Rod participated in motor cross racing, billiard tournaments, and riding bareback horses...

Glen Wilburn

Glen Wilburn

Jul 1, 2026

It is with great sorrow that we announce the passing of Howard Glen Wilburn, who departed this life on July 1, 2026, at the age of 62. Throughout his life, Glen touched countless hearts with his kindness, generosity, and willingness to help others.

Glen was born on May 27, 1964, to Patricia Wilburn and the late Howard Lee Wilburn. He was...

Hubert Allen Baldwin

Hubert Allen Baldwin

Jun 27, 2026

Hubert Allen Baldwin 68 years of age, passed away at home in Kaufman, Texas on June 27, 2026.

Allen was born in Terrell Texas on December 25, 1957, to Hubert and Jaunita Clemons Baldwin.

Allen enjoyed riding bicycles, playing football, baseball and participating in track and field, competing in high jump. In Allen’s working years he faithfully worked alongside his parents at...

Linda Paulette Moore

Linda Paulette Moore

Jun 25, 2026

Linda Paulette Moore, age 78, passed away peacefully on June 25, 2026, at her home in Scurry, Texas, surrounded by her family.

She was born on July 14, 1947, in McKinney, Texas, to Claud Anderson and Lucille Craver Anderson. Linda lived a full, vibrant life centered on faith, family, and an unwavering love for others. She was a devoted daughter, sister,...

Mary Sue Harmon

Mary Sue Harmon

Jun 16, 2026

Mary Sue Harmon, 79, of Kaufman, TX passed away on June 16, 2026.  Mary was born on May 25, 1947, to Elias Weldon and Clara B. Honeycutt in Terrell, TX.  She graduated from Terrell High School in 1966, and went to nursing school.  After nursing school, she worked at the Kaufman Hospital, with Dr. Royce Mull for 15yrs, at KISD...

Lucille Davis

Lucille Davis

Jun 12, 2026

Lucille Davis, 91, of Dallas, TX passed away on June 12, 2026, with family by her side. Lucille was born on October 21, 1934, to Orthel and Bernice Collins in Greenville, TX. Born in Greenville, she moved to Dallas in the 40's where she attended Sunset High School and graduated in 1952. On March 26, 1954, she married Raymond (Buddy)...

David Leroy Ranne

David Leroy Ranne

Jun 11, 2026

David Leroy Ranne, of Balch Springs, TX entered his heavenly home with Christ Jesus on June 11, 2026, at Westpark Rehabilitation. David was born on March 16, 1940 to Ada and Marion “Jack” Ranne. He worked as a tool and die maker for 24 years in Dallas.

He was married to Shirley for 5 years and later married Barbara for 7...

Sherry Ann Roberts

Sherry Ann Roberts

Jun 1, 2026

Sherry Ann McKenzie Roberts, 75, of Kemp, Texas, went to be with her Lord and Savior on June 1, 2026.

Sherry was born on June 24, 1950, in Kaufman, Texas, to Marvin Odell McKenzie and Willie Faye Bruner McKenzie. She was raised in Kaufman and graduated from Kaufman High School in 1968.

Throughout her life, Sherry held various jobs and built many...

Kenneth Lambeth

Kenneth Lambeth

May 27, 2026

Kenneth Lambeth, affectionately known as "Fluf," was welcomed into his heavenly home on May 27, 2026.

Born on December 7, 1946, in Kaufman, Kenneth was the son of Marvin and Doris Lambeth. He graduated from Kaufman High School in 1965.

In 1970, Kenneth met and married the love of his life after a whirlwind six-week courtship. Together they built a beautiful life...

Armando Ruiz

Armando Ruiz

May 27, 2026

Armando Ruiz, 78, of Kaufman, TX went to be with the Lord on May 27, 2026. Armando was born on August 7, 1947, to Cervando and Aurelia Ruiz in Weslaco, TX. He worked for Vista Wall as a crane operator for 40 years before he retired. Armando married Filomena Rodriguez on June 27, 1970, in Kaufman, TX and they were...

Celia A Degelia

Celia A Degelia

May 25, 2026

Celia Degelia, a cherished wife, mother, Nana, sister, and friend, passed away peacefully on May 25, 2026, in Kaufman, Texas. Born on May 15, 1957, in Brady, Texas. Celia lived a life defined by love, laughter, generosity, and unwavering devotion to her family.

Celia graduated from South Garland High School in 1975. In 1977, she married Gerry Degelia, beginning a beautiful...

Corey Allen Hughes

Corey Allen Hughes

May 22, 2026

Corey was a kind and gentle soul whose humor could cut through even the darkest days. He carried a quiet warmth that made people feel seen, valued, and loved, often without realizing the impact he had on those around him. His laughter was easy, his heart was generous, and his presence brought comfort in a world that can sometimes feel...