It is with great sadness that we announce that “the man, the myth, the legend” Stephen Russell Turner passed away on September 2nd, 2023, after a hard-fought battle with leukemia. He was 66. Steve was a long-time Richardson, TX resident, a student at Richardson Heights Elementary, Richardson West Junior High, and a 1975 grad from Richardson High School. He was a kindergarten dropout who graduated from Texas A&M University with a BS in AgEcon. (Insert Aggie joke...

Ina Mae Lowe DeWitt was born on August 16, 1926 in a rural area near Arlington, Texas.  She peacefully left her earthly life on September 1, 2023 in Denton, Texas.  She was predeceased by her husband, Breland Joel DeWitt, and grandson Breland Norris DeWitt, as well as her siblings James, John (J.W.), Thelma, Yvonne (PeeWee), and Elsie.  She is survived by her daughter Shirley Mae DeWitt Hurst, son Kenneth Earl DeWitt and daughter-in-law Joyce Norris DeWitt, grandchildren...

For whether we live, we live unto the Lord; and whether we die, we die unto the Lord; Rose Emeline Koosmann (88) peacefully left this world on August 28th, 2023. Born in Colorado Springs, Colorado to Mitchell and Blanche, Rose grew up in Brighton Colorado where she met Jonathan. They were married a few years after high school and soon found themselves surrounded by the mountains of Durango, Colorado where they embraced all of the blessings and beauty that God and the seasons of the...

Joan Kay Bjelde of Krugerville, Texas, passed away on Aug 23, 2023 surrounded by family and friends. Celebration of Life services will be held on September 23rd 10:00 am at the Church of Jesus Christ Latter-Day Saints 8801 Martop Rd. Aubrey, TX. Joan was born on November 6, 1940 to Roy and Charlotte Goettle in Iowa City, Iowa. She married Larry Willey in 1959 & had four children: Terri (Mike) Finley, Danny Willey, Paige (Dickson) Housden, & Patty (James) King. She later married Omar...

Nadia Jocelyn Martinez passed away on Sunday, August 6th surrounded by those who love her, including her mom Leticia and her sister Brenda.  The family would like to thank everyone for their support and words of encouragement during this most difficult time.  They would like to invite all of those who are able to attend to a Gathering of Friends and Family/Visitation being held on Saturday, August 12th from 2 - 4 PM at Gateway Funerals & Cremation.  They ask for everyone...

Jeffrey Shiulun Yan, at age 76, went to be with the Lord on August 6, 2023, in Dallas, Texas. Jeffrey was born on October 23, 1946, in Hong Kong, China.  He has lived in the Dallas/Fort Worth area since 2002.  He was an experienced life insurance agent and assisted many families with their financial planning through the years.  He was an avid reader, a lover of nature, photography, science, technology, and automobiles.  He was generous in sharing his knowledge with...

Our beloved Roger G. Bird, passed away right before midnight on August 3, 2023. He left for heaven shortly before his 75th birthday which would have been on the 5th. He was born in Ft. Worth to Dorothy & Glenn Bird, and grew up in Arlington, TX. He attended Sam Houston High School and started his working career at Six Flags of Arlington as a ride operator foreman his senior year of high school. After graduation, he worked for various companies in the mid to late 60s’ including...

To every thing there is a season, and a time to every purpose under the heaven: a time to be born, and a time to die. Our Lauritz (Larry) Christensen died peacefully at home July 31, 2023 after living with Parkinson's for seventeen years.  He was born in Mason City, Iowa, 1939, to Arnold C. and Kathrine Christensen who predeceased him as did his brother, Jon Fredric Christensen. Left to greatly mourn his death is his life partner, Roslyn Atkin, his brother Nicholas and wife Torunn,...

Jay Joseph Wimmers, 64, of Garland, Texas passed away on July 24, 2023. The funeral service will be held at Gateway Funerals & Cremation. Visitation will be held at Gateway Funerals & Cremation prior to the funeral. Burial will follow the funeral at Pleasant Ridge Cemetery in Sunnyvale, Texas. Jay was born in Wilmington, Delaware on November 5, 1958. He graduated from W.T. High School. Jay worked as a Network Engineer for Bank of...

On 7/10/2023 Sue Paul decided to avoid another Texas summer and passed away peacefully in her sleep at home, as she wished. Sue Elaine Watson was born on 3/16/1936 in the oilfield town of Greggton, TX to John and Beatrice Watson. At the age of 7 Sue and her family settled in Jefferson, TX where she attended school and was a lifeguard at the local pool until leaving home to attend Northwestern State University in Natchitoches, LA in 1954. She became Sue Colton in December 1956, followed by...

Barbara Lee Worrell was a caring mother, grandmother, sister, and friend. She passed away on July 4, 2023 at age 71 after a courageous 7-year battle with pulmonary fibrosis and a lung transplant. Her loved ones will continue to honor her legacy by living their lives to the fullest. Barbara loved fireworks and celebrating July 4th, so it is fitting that she passed on this day, a day we will now always celebrate her. Barbara was born to John and Inez Tutsock on October 2, 1951 in Lyons, NY....

William Johnson, a son, eldest brother, veteran, Electrical Engineer, Husband, Father, Father-in-Law, and ‘Poppy’ to his grandchildren, passed away peacefully with his children holding him at 5pm on June 21, 2023.  Bill to his family and friends, he was born on December 31, 1931, outside of Sutton, Braxton County, West Virginia, the eldest son of Dana Everett and Edith Pearl (née Wood) Johnson.  Dana was a schoolteacher while Edith ran the farm and raised Bill...

CARL JAMES FINK passed from this life on June 15, 2023, with his family by his side.  He was 93 years old.  Youngest of five, he was born to L.B. (Bradley) and Mary Delilah (Lila) Fink, née Yow, in Faith, NC.  Carl was known for his indomitable sense of humor and quick-witted comebacks that endeared him to everyone he knew.  A man of integrity, leadership, and service, Carl was awarded Eagle Scout, the highest achievement in the Boy Scouts of America. Editor of...

"I have no regrets about my life. People ask, "If you had to do it all over again, would you do it differently?" No. That's speculation."  - Chuck Yeager Dale/Dad/G-Daddy/Grandfather/Papa Dale lived his life with few regrets.  He enjoyed golf, sailing, studying history and creating beautiful furniture for his wife and family.  He had a passion for being on the water or in the air but most importantly for being with his family whom he was immensely...

Ruben Lee Washington, Senior was born and raised in Texas, Father Pete Washington and Mother Henrietta Washington await him in heaven alongside Ruben's siblings, Velma, Eddie, Joe, and Earl. Living siblings include Jimmy, Bobby Ray, Connie, Bervin, David, Pete Jr, Lisa, James, Phillip, Shunda, Craig, and endless counts of nieces and nephews. Ruben leaves behind a wife Sarah Louise Washington of 45 years and three kids Lakisha Regina Davison, LaTonya Renee Foster, and Ruben Lee Washington...

Kent Elder Wilson was born March 26th, 1974 in Dallas, Texas to Donald and Janice Wilson. He grew up in Lake Highlands and attended Lake Highlands High School.    Kent knew from a young age that he wanted to work with electronics. After graduating from DeVry University with a degree in Electrical Engineering, he worked for Nokia for more than 15 years as the Lifecycle and Product Quality Manager and also received the Nokia Global Outstanding Achievement Award for his...

Hollis was born in Nicholson, PA. To Frank W. and Marguerite Cooley Belcher on February 10,1943. He passed away peacefully on Monday May 22,2023. Hollis was a hardworking , caring, loving man with the biggest heart. He was a member of the 101st Airborne division in the United States Army. He is survived by his children Hollis Belcher Jr. and his wife Michelle of Canyon Lake, TX. Joelle Matthews of Spring Branch, Tx. John Belcher and his wife Heidi of Justin, TX. And Kevin Belcher of...

Geneva Ann Fails , 78, of Carrollton Texas, passed away on May 20, 2023. Geneva, was born in East Texas on January 6, 1945. Geneva was married to her high school sweet heart Johnny on May 10, 1963. Geneva is survived by her daughter Rebecca, sister Lura, brother Wayne, 3 grandchildren Joshua, Robert and Crystal, 5 great grandchildren as well as multiple nephews, nieces and cousins. Geneva is preceded in death by her husband Johnny, parents...

DeMontaye DeShon Nixon Jr. born on March 25, 1998, in Marvell, Arkansas to Mother Demetria Spears- Nixon and father DeMontaye Nixon Sr. Sibling of Shania and Kyelaund Nixon. Uncle to Khyran and Kailynn Nixon. He transitioned to eternity with his Lord on May 19th, 2023. Affectionately known as "DJ", he attended L.V. Berkner High School, considered Class of 2016. DJ loved to cook, make others laugh and take care of his family. He often enjoyed rapping, playing his game, and making...

James Earl Grant, Jr. tragically left this world on Saturday, May 13, 2023. He worked for many years at Lennox International where he was a well respected employee and had many friends from work. James left behind his loving wife, Cassandra Grant, many family members and friends. He will be dearly missed by many. The family is having a private visitation this Saturday, May 27th followed by a private graveside service.

Cassandra Fowler, 75, of Plano, TX passed away Tuesday, May 9, 2023, with her sons by her side.  She was a devoted mother with a good sense of humor who made many friends along her way through this life.  Cassandra was born on April 5, 1948, in Lafayette, AR to Derrill and Betty Jo Martin.  Cassandra was the eldest of three children and spent most of her childhood in Walkers Creek with her family until the family moved to Aurora, Colorado when she was a teenager,...

It is with deep sadness to announce the unexpected passing of Exzavior R Williams, 20, of Dallas TX, on May 6, 2023. Exzavior was a talented musician, loved skateboarding, and was interested in science.  Unfortunately, the world will never have the opportunity to see or know the results of his full potential. He will be truly missed and loved forever.  A Celebration of Life is scheduled on June 26, 2023 from 12noon-2pm, at 17390 Preston Road,#310 Dallas, Texas...

On Thursday May 4th, 2023, Candice “Candi” Hood was called home to rest eternally with our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. She fought heroically against breast cancer for the past 5 years. Candice’s faith never wavered during her battle with cancer, and she often verbalized that if God wanted her here that he would provide the strength she needed, and if not, she would be made anew in Heaven.  Candice was a creator, author, visionary, explorer and lived life without...

Joy Elaine Edwards Nelson passed into the loving arms of her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on April 21, 2023.  Elaine was born September 16, 1947, in Waco, Texas, to Joyce Harlan Edwards and Bedford Duncan Edwards. She attended Waco High School, graduated with honors, and received a debate scholarship to Baylor University. While at Baylor, she was a member of the Athenean Sorority (Kappa Kappa Gamma), honored as a Baylor Beauty, and married the love of her life, David Nelson, on April...

Finishing Well Michael Paul Messerli was born on November 11th 1950, in Manchester Iowa.  He was the eldest son of Paul and Benita Messerli.  He spent his formative years in Oskaloosa, Iowa along with his 2 younger brothers Mitch and Marty. He was later introduced to his sisters, Peggy and Susie. Mike always said that I.O.W.A.  was just an acronym for "Iowan’s Out Wandering Around", and he was no exception. After finishing High School he made his way to...

Douglas Warne Robertson died April 14, 2023 in Dallas, Texas, the result of complications of dementia. He was 87. Douglas was born March 7, 1936 in Vivian, Louisiana, the first son of Mildred Brown Robertson and Edwin Early Robertson. His family moved to Shreveport where he graduated C.E. Byrd High School, lettering in baseball and basketball and supporting football as a cheerleader. Following high school, he attended Louisiana Tech University and the University of Oklahoma, studying...

Dolores “Dee” Vinson, 83, passed away on Friday, March 31, 2023 peacefully at home and with family by her side. She was born in New Jersey on August 30, 1939. She enjoyed being around people, going to Karaoke, attending family events and being around her friends. She loved to cook and participate at church gatherings as well as the VFW and American Legion. Those who knew her, knew she was one of a kind. Dee is survived by her 2 sons and 2 daughters, including Leslie...

Phyllis Gertrude (Moomaw) Sears embraced her Savior and reunited with her loving husband of almost 73 years, Harold Eugene Sears, on March 31, 2023, at the age of 96. She passed peacefully, surrounded by loving family. Phyllis was born August 31, 1926, to Leon Austin Moomaw and Minnie Edith (Young) Moomaw in Scottsbluff, Nebraska. Leon was a college professor, published author and proprietor of Moomaw Corner in Morrill County Nebraska, where Phyllis grew up. Both her parents and...

Charlsie Faye Cottle most recently of Dallas, Texas, passed on to glory on March 27, 2023. Charley, as she was affectionately known, was born in San Augustine, Texas, to the late Samuel and Lillie Peck on August 26, 1939. Charley was a free spirit who always saw the good in everyone. She was a joy to be around and had an infectious smile. She was an avid golfer and always made time for a game of Mahjong. She will be missed. Charlsie was preceded in death by her loving husband of 45 years...

Our charming mechanic and fixer went home to work on other things. Earnest transitioned peacefully on March 24, 2023 at his home in Aubrey, Texas.  Earnest was born January 1, 1955 to John Blueitt and Josephine Jones. He was a proud resident of Lewisville and Aubrey, Texas and worked on anything and everything throughout his life. He was known to be a charmer and had the ability to bring laughter and smiles to anyone around him. He was direct and loved the outdoors. His...

James "Rusty" Baker was born and raised in Dallas, Texas to the parentage of Guy and Sally Morgan. Rusty attended Morris school in Searcy, AR., then later attended Selwyn School in Denton, TX. Rusty then went on to TSTI in Waco, TX to further and continue his education. After working various jobs, he made his career working for the family business - Morgan Building and Spas. Survived by his Parents Guy and Sally Morgan, his wife, Jo Ann Baker, his son Adam Baker and his...

Mark Edmund Strawbridge passed away on March 7, 2023.  He was born on July 24, 1928 in Lowell, Massachusetts to Raymond C. and Ruth Roberts Strawbridge.  While in high school, some of his fondest memories were made while working at his uncle’s gas station to earn money to go to college.  After graduation from Winchester High School in 1946, he went to Boston University.  In 1949 Mark graduated with a BS in Business Administration.  After graduation he worked as...

Bobbie Jean Harper Hunt was born on September 1, 1935 in Dallas, Texas, the first of two children born to Lena B. Terrell and Bob Harper. She went to be with the Lord on Tuesday, February 21, 2023 in McKinney, Texas surrounded by her loving family. Bobbie is survived by her husband, Charles Hunt and sister, Susie Dunn; daughters, Debbie Cooper (Alan), Rebecca Rea (Robert); 9 grandchildren, Christi Bailey (Chad), Amy Villarreal (Jesse), Kelsey Cooper, Keala Rea-Jackson (Dave), Taeman Rea,...

WAYNE WILLARD WEAVER, JR. DALLAS - Wayne Willard Weaver, Jr., 81, died peacefully in his sleep February 19th, 2023, at home. He was born June 21st, 1941, in Augusta, Kansas, the son of Wayne Willard Weaver and Mary Isabel (Watkins) Schumann. Wayne graduated from Brackenridge High School in San Antonio, Class of 1959. Following graduation, he served with the U.S. Air Force in the Philippines, Guam, and Vietnam during the Vietnam War. After his honorable discharge, he met the love of his...

Kingston Cheng-Wu Yong went to be with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on February 17, 2023 at the age of 76 in Dallas, TX. At the time of his death, he was surrounded by his wife, family and many loved ones who ministered to him by reading the Bible and singing hymns in the hospital after he suffered a stroke. He was born in Honolulu (Kaimuki), HI, and as a boy, lived in Honolulu, Guam and the Big Island. He grew up with his grandmother living next door and eight aunts, two uncles and 29...

Charles passed away peacefully on February 17, 2023 at his residence at 77 years old. The family is deeply saddened by his sudden death. Mr. Chen Shing “Charles” Shu was born Changhua, Taiwan on May 14, 1945. He was the oldest of 5 children. In 1984, he immigrated to Dallas, Texas with his wife and two children. Through hard work and dedication, he built an import/export wholesale business from 1 product selling out of his house to over 500 products with a 6,000 square foot...

On 2/14/2023 Carmelita Apodaca transitioned peacefully as she was called home to be with The Lord. May those who mourn her passing gain comfort and healing in knowing they’ve gained an angel to protect and guide them. She enjoyed a life filled with various roles and achievements. Her most treasured were that of devoted mother, doting grandmother, and dedicated teacher. Her caring and generous nature impacted the lives of many. She was truly loved and will be deeply missed. She is...

Ayodeji Richard Thorpe, resident of Dallas, Texas passed away Saturday February 11, 2023 at age 68. Ayodeji was born October 24, 1954.  He is survived by wife, children and grandchildren. He was loved and cherished by family and friends, both near and far. Richard was a career focused architect who enjoyed his work deeply. He loved discussing politics as well as watching soccer and wrestling on TV. We honor his life and legacy now & forever.  His Life Celebration...

En la madrugada del viernes, 27 de enero de 2023, repentina e inesperadamente falleció Glen Raymond Rayford Wickersham Velez a la edad de 49 años. Glen nació en Rio Piedras, Puerto Rico el 19 de febrero de 1973, en el Hospital del Maestro. Fue el hijo único de la unión de sus padres Miriam Vélez Ortiz y Glen L. Wickersham, pero era el mayor de tres hermanos. Creció entre la ciudad de Rio Piedras y el pueblo de Sabana Grande en Puerto Rico. En...

Mr. Ronnie Darryl Bolden aka HOF was born in Hamlin, Texas on October 6, 1962, to the parentage of the late David and Ola Mae Douglas Bolden. He received his formal education in the Dallas Public schools. One brother, Donnie Bolden, preceded him in death and one sister, LaWanda Newman, earned her wings on January 29, 2023. The Angel of Silence entered Ronnie’s life Friday, January 27, 2023. Although, Ron has spent over 16 years in the staffing industry, it is his work outside of...

James Warren (Jim) Torrance passed away on Monday, January 23, 2023 at the age of ninety. Jim was born September 18, 1932 in Des Moines, Iowa to Charles and Grace Torrance. Jim and his family followed his father's military service to Nebraska, eventually settling in Portland, Oregon where Jim completed high school in 1950 and earned a BS degree in electrical engineering from Oregon State College (now University) in 1955. Following graduation, Jim joined General Electric engineering...

Blanca "La Abuelita" Como le llamaban. Nacio en Ciudad Barrios, San Miguel El Salvador  Murio a la edad de 94 años. Madre de 11 hijos, tuvo alrededor de 32 nietos y mas de 47 bisnietos.   La mayoria de su tiempo lo dedico al servicio del Señor Jesus, en la Iglesia Apostolica de la Fe en Cristo Jesus  en la Ciudad de San Miguel, siendo una de las principales mujeres que dedico su tiempo al evangelismo y apoyo a los pastores ademas de ser muy...

Every journey has a beginning, for Wenzala Hubbard, endearingly called Wendy to some, and Dee-Dee to her family, began her journey on a warm Wednesday, August 24, 1960. Born to the blessed union of Wendell and Marceline Hubbard in the “Wendy” city of Chicago, IL. Wendy’s foundational years spent closely with her immediate family. Fortunate to have had an older brother and sister. During these years she learned to play the piano, ice skate, and roller skate, amongst other...

Nohelia Amarilis Martinez Chirinos Eells  1942 – 2023 God welcomed Nohelia home on January 1st, 2023, at the age of 80.  Nohelia (Nohe to her siblings) was born on October 29th, 1942, the fourth of nine surviving children to Emilia Chirinos Martinez and Hector Martinez, in Coro, Venezuela, where she was also raised.  She studied journalism at the Universidad Central de Venezuela, in Caracas.  In 1972, she immigrated to the United States to study English in Ft....

Billy Ray Bowen, age 84, of Denton, Texas, went to go be with the father and receive his reward on December 24th, 2022 after declining in health following a fall on November 14th. Billy Ray was born June 1st, 1938 in Rudy, Arkansas to William Bowen and Estella Gregory. Billy Ray was married to Kathleen Bowen (nee Crawford) for 63 years and had five children. He was a veteran of the army, a former assistant pastor, and worked many other jobs before retiring in 2003. Billy was very involved...

Mary Louise Jordan passed away peacefully at home on December 22, 2022.  She was born in Calgary Canada, on December 9, 1930, and grew up in southern California.  Mary graduated from Citrus Junior College and Redlands University. Upon graduation, she taught elementary school children on the Edwards Airforce Base where she met her husband, Jerry.  The young couple moved to Dallas where Mary taught in the Dallas ISD before staying home to be a full-time, devoted wife and...

Brianna Lanise Fort, age 25, passed away on Saturday, December 17, 2002. She was born on October 10,1997 in New Orleans, LA to Melissa Fort and Charles Wilson, Jr. At the age of 7, her family was displaced due to the devastation caused by Hurricane Katrina and they ultimately relocated to Dallas, TX. Brianna loved to sing, and she was in the Choir at Naaman Forest High School in Garland, TX. She dreamed of becoming a famous singer one day doing what she loved to do the most. Brianna also...

Carol Ann McCarthy age 93, was born February 18th, 1929 to Madeline Cunningham and H. Stanley Cunningham, in Bangor, Maine.  She died Saturday December 17th, 2022 at her home in Carrollton Texas.  Carol is preceded in death by her husband of 66 years, James E McCarthy, Son-in-Law, Barry Burcham and Grandson, Michael Burkhart.  Carol was blessed with 8 children; Pat, Jim, Julia, John, Dan, Theresa, Paul, Robert and 17 grandchildren and 4 great grandchildren.  Carol was...

On December 6, 2022, CLARA MAE MILTON MURDOCK reached out to take the hand of her heavenly Father.  She is preceded in death by her mother Mary Caroline Russ Milton, her father Foy Cowen Milton, husband Cary Mack Murdock, daughter Marilyn Murdock Walderns, and sisters Ruby Wells and Hazel Clements. Survivors are her son Michael Cary Murdock (wife Rebecca) and her five grandchildren: Grant Murdock (wife Rebekah), Hannah Murdock (partner Melanie), Laura Walderns Kirk (husband Jason),...

Sandra Sue Hart, 75, went to be with the Lord on Tuesday, November 29, 2022. We are heartbroken to lose someone so special. She was a wonderful, kind, and generous wife, mother, sister, friend, and we will miss her dearly. Sandra was married to her loving husband, Loren Hart for 44 years. She enjoyed volunteering her time with him at Texas Italian Greyhound Rescue (TIGR) and traveling with her friends to see Elvis tribute concerts. She was preceded in death by her father, Clarence...