Obituaries
Elaria "Luci" Luciana Avila
Feb 7, 2026
Luci, our beautiful and cherished baby, was called home on February 7, 2026. Though her time on this earth was far too brief, her life was filled with love, warmth, and a light that will forever live on in the hearts of those who knew her.
Luci brought immeasurable joy to our family with her sweet presence and gentle spirit. She...
Janice Katherine Graves
Feb 5, 2026
Janice Katherine Graves “Kathy” passed away on February 5, 2026, at the age of 82.
Kathy was born on September 5, 1943, in Dallas, Texas to Thomas Houston mace Sr. and May Bell Rann Mace.
She attended City Park Elementary, Stockard Jr High and High school. She was a model student and a teacher and administrator favorite.
Kathy met her soul mate and...
William Edward "Bill" Dietrich
Feb 2, 2026
William Edward “Bill” Dietrich, age 100, was born on February 11, 1925, in Anadarko, Oklahoma, to William F Dietrich, Jr. and Eva Duke. He passed away peacefully at his home on February 2, 2026.
In his early years, Bill lived with his grandmother, a full-blood Comanche Indian. During that time, he enjoyed horseback riding, hunting, fishing, and swimming—memories he often described...
Doris Ann Leyva
Feb 1, 2026
Doris Ann Leyva, 85, of Scurry, TX went to be with the Lord on February 1, 2026. Doris was born on November 12, 1940, to Bart and Dorothy Shehee in Kaufman County, TX. Doris grew up and went to school in the Kaufman area. Doris married Art Leyva on July 24, 1976 and they spent a loving 43 years together...
Michael Dwayne Clark
Jan 31, 2026
Michael Dwayne Clark, 55, of Kaufman, TX passed away on January 31, 2026. Mike was born on September 6, 1970, to Wesley Clark and Carolyn Francis Long in Dallas, TX. He grew up in Grand Prairie and Dallas. Mike worked for Albertson’s as a grocery clerk and stocker for several years. He has lived in Kaufman for the past 15...
Phillip Emmanuel Sundstrom
Jan 28, 2026
Phillip Emmanuel Sundstrom, 75, of Kemp, TX went to be with the Lord on January 28, 2026. Phillip was born on March 1, 2026, to Alexander and Elizabeth Sundstrom in Hitchcock, TX. He grew up in Hitchcock, graduating from High School there in 1969. Phillip married Glenda Marie Sundstrom on December 8, 1969, and they spent a loving 51 years...
Glen Allen Johnson
Jan 27, 2026
Glen Allen Johnson, 67, of Scurry, TX passed away on January 27, 2026, at home. Glen was born on November 24, 1958, to Richard lee Johnson and Francis Diane Poling, in McKinney, TX. He grew up in the Dallas area, eventually going to work with his father hanging overhead doors and also worked alongside his brother Tommy Johnson for many...
Henry Harold Ross
Jan 21, 2026
On January 21, 2026, Henry Harold Ross, joined his beloved wife, Virginia Maurine Ross, in the presence of God. He was 97 years old.
Harold was born in Comanche County, Texas, on July 12, 1928, to Ivan and Mryl Hodges Ross. He was the oldest of five children -- four boys and one girl. He attended school in Comanche County and...
Gerald Don Moore
Jan 18, 2026
Gerald Don Moore passed away on January 18, 2026, at his home in Kaufman, Texas.
Don was born on November 25, 1940, in Kaufman, Texas, to Arthur “Buster” Moore and Mary “Midget” Moore. He grew up in Kaufman and graduated from Kaufman High School in 1959. He later attended the University of Texas at Arlington.
In 1963, Don enlisted in the United...
Betty Yvonne Yancey
Jan 9, 2026
Betty Yvonne Yancey, a loving mother and grandmother, passed away on January 9, 2026, in Kaufman, Texas, at the age of 89. Born on August 22, 1936, in Cooper, Texas, Betty was a cherished member of her community and a devoted caretaker to her family.
Betty graduated from Cooper High School and went on to work at Gena Lab in Garland,...
Ray Junior Milligan
Jan 5, 2026
Ray Junior Milligan, 76, of Mesquite, TX passed away on January 5, 2026. Ray was born on June 9, 1949, to Arthur and Julia Milligan in Terrell, TX. He grew up in Kaufman and Terrell and began working for Penny’s Gas Company. Ray worked for them for approximately 30 years driving their propane trucks. In December 1999 he fell in...
Neda Joyce Jumper
Jan 3, 2026
Neda Joyce Floyd was born in Ola, Texas on August 27, 1937 to Jewel Roland Floyd and James H Floyd and passed away on January 3, 2026.
Neda had four sisters and three brothers with whom she was raised on the family farm in Ola. Neda graduated from Kaufman High School in 1955. She then married Billy Claude Jumper on July...
Anselmo "Sam" Antuna
Jan 2, 2026
Anselmo was born to Jose and Maria Antonia Antuna on September 10, 1956, in Floresville, Texas. Anselmo married Kathy Leona Lewis and had one daughter Tonya and three sons, Shawn, Kenneth and Corey.
Anselmo spent most of his time outdoors. He loved gardening, fishing, grilling and cooking. His favorite pastime was playing Bingo and Lottery.
Anselmo worked at trade shows since 1998...
Michael Dalton Raglin
Jan 2, 2026
Michael Dalton Raglin, 75, of Fruitvale, TX passed away on January 2, 2026. Michael was born on June 16, 1950, to Dalton Raglin and Nora Ward in Kansas City, MO. He was raised in Fort Worth, TX. After high school, he joined the Army and served in the Vietnam War earning a Bronze Star. He was in the Army from...
Robert Polley
Dec 26, 2025
Robert Curtis Polley, Sr. (94) Of Scurry, Texas went to be home with the Lord on December 26, 2025. Robert was born on February 12, 1931 to Curtis and Mary Polley. He was the 2nd of 10 children. He met Wilma Jean Taylor. They were married on November 8, 1952.
Robert served 30 years in the Air Force where he received...
Marvin Hooten
Dec 25, 2025
Marvin Hooten, affectionately known as "Starvin' Marvin," passed away peacefully on December 25, 2025, at the age of 83. Born on July 5, 1942, in Dallas, Texas, Marvin led a life characterized by hard work, community enrichment, and an unwavering dedication to helping others.
Marvin began his career working with his father in the sheetrock business. He then went on to...
Ronald Edward Holderman
Dec 15, 2025
Ron Holderman, beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend, is survived by his devoted wife, Steffini. He leaves behind his cherished son, Christopher, and daughter-in-law, Michelle, along with two loving daughters, Julie and Nacole Andrew.
Ron was a proud son, survived by his mother, Pat Holderman, and he shared a close bond with his sisters, Tricia Holderman and Theresa Ranne. He is...
Jovita G. Velasquez
Dec 14, 2025
Jovita G. Velasquez, 94, of Kaufman, TX went to be with the Lord on December 14, 2025. Jovita was born on January 11, 1931, to Julian Garfias and Eduvijes Becerra in Mexico. Jovita was married to Avelino Velasquez 30 plus years before his passing. She owned a small convenience store while she lived in Mexico. Her family moved to Kaufman...
Refaat Said Abdalla
Dec 13, 2025
Refaat Said Abdalla, 74, of Kaufman, TX went to be with the Lord on December 13, 2025. Refaat was born on August 24, 1951 to Said Abdalla Said and Mary Tadrous Morgan in Port Said, Egypt. Refaat married Glenda Said-Abdalla on July 17, 1982, and they have spent a loving 43 years together. Refaat proudly served his country as an...
Mildred Louise McMahon
Dec 5, 2025
Mildred Louise McMahon, 96, of Kaufman, TX went to be with the Lord on December 5, 2025. Mildred was born on February 8, 1929, to Otto and Hattie Hester in Kennett, MO. The Hesters moved to Kilgore when Mildred was young where she met Melvin McMahon. The two were married on October 15, 1946, shortly after Melvin returned from World...
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