Obituaries

Chris Scott

Jul 5, 2024

In Loving Memory of Chris Scott

Chris Scott was born on September 13, 1970, in San Antonio, Texas, and departed this world

on July 5th, 2024, at his home in Fort Worth, Texas, at the age of 53. He is leaving a tapestry of

love, laughter, and a profound appreciation for the arts. Chris was a devoted husband, a

nurturing father, a beloved brother,...

Judy Barbara Jones Cole

Jul 5, 2024

Judy Barbara (Jones) Cole born in Macon, Georgia in 1942, died July 5, 2024, at Forum Parkway Health and Rehabilitation facility in Bedford, Texas. The cause was complications from dementia.

Judy was born to William Henry (W.H.) Jones and Lillie Harris Jones. Judy graduated from A. L. Miller High School in 1960, then obtained a Bachelor of Science in Early Elementary...

Linda Sue Ballard-Kates

Jul 5, 2024

LINDA SUE BALLARD KATES 

Born in Fort Worth, Texas on December 13, 1943. Ascended to Heaven from Hurst, Texas on July 5, 2024.

Linda lived with her parents, Roy and Ernistine Ballard in the Riverside area of Fort Worth and graduated with honors from Carter-Riverside High School. 

Married 1965- 2002 to Jesse Everette Kates

Married 2006- 2024 to Charlie Carey Hargrove

Linda worked at Riverside...

Mike Carrillo

Jul 5, 2024

Mike Carrillo entered eternal rest on July 5, 2024. He spent his final moments with his wife and family by his side at his home in Hurst, Texas. Family and friends will celebrate his life on July 13, 2024 at 10:00am. The service will be held at Lucas Funeral Home in Hurst, Texas. 



Mike was born in Ennis, Texas on February...

William Rufus Lucky

Jul 5, 2024

William Rufus “Bill” Lucky, of Burleson, TX, passed away on July 5, 2024 at the age of 90. Bill was born on March 26, 1934 in Cisco, Texas to David Marion Sr. and Mary Florence Lucky. He was serving in the United States Air Force when he met and married the love of his life, Judy Hendricks, in 1959. They...

Gene Dilleshaw

Jul 4, 2024

Gene Dilleshaw made his final trip home on July 4, 2024. He was born in Butler, Oklahoma in 1936 to Charles and Myrtle Dilleshaw, and was lovingly raised by his aunt and uncle, Vasti and William A. Garner. Gene lived a remarkable life filled with love, laughter, and devotion.

Gene graduated from Granite High School and later attended the University of...

Thomas Trautman

Jul 3, 2024

Thomas (Tom Sr.) Paul Trautman was born to Dr. John A. Trautman and Teresa Haller Trautman on November 30, 1939, in New Orleans, Louisiana. The youngest of four siblings, Tom Sr. moved from New Orleans, California, Maryland and then to Fort Worth as his father was the chief administrator at various hospitals. Tom Sr. graduated from Laneri High School in...

Barbara Louise Jester

Jul 3, 2024

Barbara Louise Isaac Jester, 80, of Roanoke, Texas, passed away peacefully in the early morning of Wednesday, July 3rd, 2024 in Grapevine.Funeral services will be held at 10:00 a.m., Tuesday, July 9th, at Lucas Funeral Home in Keller, Texas. Visitation will be held from 6:00 until 8:00 p.m., Monday, July 8th, at Lucas Funeral Home in Keller, Texas. Burial will...

Paul Dale Ivey

Jul 2, 2024

We remember Paul Dale Ivey, who passed away with loved ones by his side on July 2nd, 2024.

Paul, a beacon of unwavering friendship and kindness, has left an incredible mark on the hearts of all who were fortunate enough to know him.

Paul Dale was born to Roger and June Ivey on May 23rd, 1960 in San Antonio, Texas and moved...

Bob Brannon

Jul 2, 2024

Bobby Dan Brannon departed this earth for his heavenly home on Tuesday evening, July 2, 2024, just 24 days short of his 87th birthday. He was born a fraternal twin to his sister Bettye in Dallas, Texas, on July 26, 1937, to parents Earl and Ruby Brannon. One of six children, Bob joined the Army National Guard reserves after...

Betty June Williamson

Jul 1, 2024

Betty June Williamson, 87, went home to the Lord on July 1st, 2024, leaving behind a legacy of love and kindness and will forever be cherished by her loved ones and friends.

 Betty had a love for life and kept on going, even when suffering many hardships along the way.

 She was a graduate of Daingerfield High School and attended Draughon Business...

Wanda Cox

Jul 1, 2024

Wanda Cox passed from this life into the dead in Christ on the evening of July 1, 2024. She was born in Cleburne, Texas, to Floyd and Vera Wade Morris, on April 26, 1931. The family moved to Fort Worth in 1933. She graduated from Poly High School in 1948 and worked for Southwestern Bell and AT&T from 1948 to...

Craig E. Curtis

Jul 1, 2024

He is remembered fondly by his loved ones for the lasting legacy he leaves behind. His funeral services were arranged by Lucas Funeral Home, with a Celebration of Life held on July 6, 2024, at their Hurst location. Family and friends are encouraged to share their condolences and memories on his memorial page

Richard Rigdon

Jul 1, 2024

Born in Prarie Du Chien, WI to William and Marcella Rigdon. He moved to Ft Worth, TX with his family when he was 5 years old where he graduated from Our Lady of Victory High School in 1962.

Richard was a member of the US Navy from February 1963 thru January of 1968 where he served 2 tours of duty in...

Stephen Rice Fowler

Jul 1, 2024

Stephen Rice Fowler, surrounded by his family, went home to his Lord and Savior on July 1st, 2024, at age 71. He was a loving and loyal grandfather, father, brother, son, and uncle.

Steve was born to Edna Ward and Wilton Rice Fowler, Jr. on January 14th, 1953, in Livingston, Texas. He graduated from L.D. Bell High School in Hurst, Texas...

Ray B. Medcalf

Jul 1, 2024

Funeral service for Ray Benson Medcalf (82) of Fort Worth will be 10:00a.m. Saturday, July 6, 2024 at Lucas Funeral Home Keller chapel. Visitation will be 6:00 - 8:00p.m. Friday evening at the funeral home. 

Ray passed away July 1, 2024 in Fort Worth. He was born August 18, 1941 to Oliver and Margaret Medcalf in Dallas. 

Ray was officially known as”The...

Patricia Brandon-McCarty

Jun 30, 2024

Patricia Brandon McCarty, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, passed away peacefully on June 30, 2024, in Fort Worth, Texas. Born on August 19, 1940, in Indianapolis, Indiana, in 1940 she moved to Weatherford Tx. Patricia lived a life full of love, dedication, and joy. She was a faithful member of St Barnabas Anglican Church up to the beginning of...

Owen A. Miller Jr.

Jun 30, 2024

Owen Austin Miller, Jr., 96, of Southlake, TX, passed from this life to be with his beloved wife, Jeanette, in heaven on June 30, 2024. He was born at home on February 11, 1928, in Rock Island, Texas to Owen A. & Harriett Miller, Christians.

Owen was a devoted Christian. He and Jeanette were active in the several churches they attended,...

Robert Charles Smith

Jun 29, 2024

Robert (Bob) Smith, of Hurst, TX, passed away peacefully on June 29, 2024, at the age of 93. He was born on March 8, 1931, in Chatham, NJ.

Bob grew up in Chatham, NJ and attended Lehigh University, where he earned a degree in mechanical engineering. Bob served in the Air Force after attending college and later earned a master’s degree...

MaKaylah Tyanna Young

Jun 29, 2024

It is with heavy hearts we inform you of the passing of MaKaylah Tyanna Young, a beloved military child, born on November 15, 2003, in Fayetteville, NC, and tragically departing from us on June 29, 2024, in Fort Worth, TX.

MaKaylah attended Fossil Ridge and Central High School, earning her high school diploma. She found joy in Princess and Disney movies...