Obituaries
Homer Joel Cortez, Jr.
Feb 23, 2026
Homer Joel Cortez, Jr., born on October 23, 1977, in Harlingen, Texas, was a beloved son, father, and brother whose hands were as skilled as his heart was large. He passed away on February 23, 2026, leaving behind a legacy of kindness and creativity that touched the lives of all who had the pleasure of knowing him.
Homer dedicated his career...
Joe Elms
Mar 9, 2026
Joe Robert Elms, age 79, passed away peacefully on March 9, 2026, surrounded by those he loved.
Born April 13, 1946, to Pollyanna and Raymond Elms, Joe was a native of Fort Worth, Texas and an always proud member of the Carter Riverside High School Class of 1964.
Joe married Deborah Underwood on April 24, 1970, beginning a devoted partnership that spanned...
Mary Marcella Stuart
Mar 9, 2026
Mary Marcella Stuart, 78, of Saginaw, Texas, entered the presence of the Lord on March 9, 2026. Mary was born on June 24, 1947, in Wheeling, Illinois. She spent her childhood in Marshfield, Wisconsin, where she developed a love for horses. Mary graduated from Columbus Catholic High School in Marshfield in 1966. With a lifelong desire to serve others, Mary...
Rosario Sabale Comes
Mar 9, 2026
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Andrea Divina Lajara
Mar 8, 2026
Fort Worth – Andrea Divina Lajara, age 85, passed away peacefully on March 8, 2026, at AVIR at North Richland Hills, surrounded by her loving family. She was affectionately known to family and friends as “Diva,” a nickname inspired by her distinctive sense of style and vibrant personality. To those closest to her, she was lovingly called “Abuela” and “Mamma,”...
Leonard J Chlup
Mar 7, 2026
Leonard J. Chlup was born to James and Rose (Kvasnicka) Chlup on June 25, 1939 on the family farm in Exeter, Nebraska, and passed away on March 7, 2026 surrounded by his family at home in Crowley, Texas at the age of 86.
Leonard grew up on the farm in Exeter. Proud of his Czech heritage, he embraced polka music throughout...
Cary Reed Lockwood
Mar 7, 2026
Cary Reed Lockwood (67), the son of Danny Lockwood and Marlene (Mountz) Lockwood-Clements, passed away on Saturday, March 7th with family by his side at the Methodist Hospital in Mansfield, Texas. Cary was born in McPherson, KS. on November 7, 1958.
Cary is survived by his daughter, Delaney Reed Lockwood-Romo, son-in-law Dalton Romo, and his beloved granddaughters Madelyn Romo and Makenna...
Jerry Rob Sharpe
Mar 7, 2026
Jerry Rob Sharpe of Grapevine, Texas, passed away on March 7, 2026, at the age of 79 after a long illness. He was born on November 27, 1946 in San Angelo, Texas.
Jerry enjoyed sharing stories about his early life working with horses on a dude ranch – memories that reflected love of the outdoors. He Later attended the University of...
Patrick Clyde Shahan
Mar 6, 2026
Patrick Clyde Shahan, 58, of North Richland Hills, Texas, passed away peacefully on March 6, 2026, surrounded by his wife Jennifer, daughter Liv, grandbaby Zeppelin, and his four-legged buddies Dave, Mika, and Esme. He was a cherished husband, father, uncle, son, friend, (and much to his delight) “Pops,” and he will be greatly missed.
Patrick was born on February 28, 1968,...
Timothy Joseph Murphy, Sr.
Mar 6, 2026
Timothy Joseph Murphy, age 80, passed away peacefully on March 6, 2026, in Justin, Texas.
Tim was born on October 7, 1945, in Chicago, Illinois. Known affectionately as “Tim” to friends and loved ones, he will be remembered for his kindness, integrity, and generous spirit.
Tim proudly served his country in the United States Air Force during the Vietnam War, an experience...
Bradley Mason Skinner
Mar 5, 2026
Bradley Mason Skinner, born March 31, 1949 in Marshall, Texas, to Thomas and Zelma Skinner, passed away surrounded by the love of family and friends on March 5, 2026. One of four boys, Bradley grew up in Marshall where he graduated from Marshall High School and built the strong roots of family, faith, and friendship that would guide him throughout...
Alessandra Lucchesi Kohn
Mar 5, 2026
Born in Lucca Italy on December 31st of 1948, Alessandra Kohn, (known to her friends and family as Alex), passed peacefully on March 5th at her long-time home in Keller Texas, with family by her side.
In keeping with Alessandra's wishes, no formal services will be held, though those wishing to celebrate her life may attend a memorial that will take...
Ron Adair
Mar 3, 2026
Ronald D. Adair, born May 26, 1949, in Tyler, Texas, passed away peacefully on March 3, 2026, leaving behind a legacy of faith, family, and a lifelong appreciation for teaching.
Ronald was the son of James Daniel Adair and Pearlie Mae Vina Hammer Sims Adair, who instilled in him the values of kindness, perseverance, and faith that guided him throughout his...
Carl Fred Baker
Mar 3, 2026
Carl Fred Baker—known by many in his youth and close family as Fred; as Carl by many others; and as Dad and Grandpa—passed away peacefully at his home on March 3, 2026. He was surrounded by his family who loved him very much. Carl was 90, and bearing down on 91. He was born on May 18, 1935 to Charles...
Jo Ann Griffin Hillman
Mar 2, 2026
Jo Ann Griffin Hillman, aged 98, of Fort Worth, Texas, passed away on March 2, 2026. Born on June 8, 1927, in McAdoo, Texas, Jo Ann was a devoted wife, mother, and grandmother, whose legacy will continue through her loving family and friends.
Jo Ann dedicated much of her professional life to the banking industry, where she earned the respect and...
Janice Eileen Taylor (Rudovitz)
Mar 2, 2026
Janice Taylor, born Janice Rudovitz, passed away on March 2, 2026, in Keller, Texas, at the age of 77.
Born in Syracuse, New York, and raised in Macedon, New York, Janice spent most of her life in Rochester, New York, before relocating to Texas nine years ago. She was known for her feisty personality, quick wit, and sense of humor, leaving...
Emily Palmer
Mar 2, 2026
Emily Dale Palmer was born November 5, 1939 in Ladonia, Texas to John Wayne McLemore & Muriel Elizabeth Erwin. She married Josh Palmer in 1956 in Gainesville, TX and moved to Fort Worth. They had 2 children: Doug Palmer and Sandra Cost
She graduated from Northside Senior High School, received a Bachelor's Degree from Texas Women’s University in 1974, and a...
Cain McKnight
Mar 1, 2026
Cain McKnight, 51, passed away in March 2026 in Dallas, Texas. He will be remembered as a loving son, father, brother, uncle, cousin, and friend to all who knew him.
Cain was born on October 8, 1974, to Bobby and Nancy McKnight. He never married, but he shared twenty loving years with his extra-special partner, Genevieve Gurchak. Together they had one...
Regina Anne Rider
Mar 1, 2026
REGINA ANNE (LILLY) RIDER
Born September 21, 1929 and went to be with Jesus on March 1, 2026. She was the daughter of Zed Car Lilly and Virginia Neal Anderson of Sewell Mountain, West Virginia. She married Paul Robert Rider on September 21, 1947. Paul passed away in August 23, 2001. She is also preceded in death by her parents and...
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