Obituaries

Jul 12, 2026

John Hartley, 70, of Keller, Texas, went home to be with Jesus on Sunday, July 12, 2026. He passed at home, surrounded by his wife and children, knowing how deeply he was loved. John was born September 9, 1955, in Fort Madison, Iowa to William "Bill" and LaVerne (Wellman) Hartley. The fourth of eight children, John grew up with the...

Jul 12, 2026

Retired Major (USAF) Nicholas R. Balazik, Jr., 95, of Fort Worth, Texas, entered into eternal rest on July 12, 2026 in his home.

He was born on January 21, 1931 in Ford City, Pennsylvania and was the son of the late Mikulos Michael and Mary Minarcin Balazik. Nicholas had an outstanding military career serving our beloved country and was proud to...

Jul 12, 2026

Jennifer Margaret Power, 87, of Argyle, Texas, passed away peacefully at her home on July 12, surrounded by her loving family.

Born on May 9, 1939, in London, England, Jennifer met the love of her life, Harvey Power, an American soldier, at a USO dance. Their chance meeting began a lifelong journey together filled with love, family, and adventure.

Jennifer and Harvey...

Jul 11, 2026

Lourdita C. Johnson, a beloved mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away peacefully in North Richland Hills, Texas, on July 11, 2026, at the age of 74. Born on Valentine’s Day in 1952 in Tacloban City, Philippines, Lourdita brought warmth, laughter, and light into the lives of everyone she met. 

Earlier in her life, Lourdita attended Yuba City College. As a...

Jul 11, 2026

Tina Lynette Brewer, 56, went home on July 11, 2026, leaving behind a legacy of boundless love, warmth, and dedication.

Born in Oklahoma City on October 29, 1969, to Wayne and Roberta Carrier, Tina grew up in Yukon, Oklahoma, as the cherished youngest child of the family. As a teenager she was a lifeguard, played soccer, and competed in Miss Teen...

Jul 11, 2026

Ronald Michael Silvia Sr., 77, of North Richland Hills, Texas, passed away on July 11, 2026.

Born on May 18, 1949, in Boston, Massachusetts, Ronnie moved to New Orleans, Louisiana, with his family when he was three years old. Growing up there, he developed the strong work ethic, practical skills, and deep sense of community that would guide him throughout his...

Jul 11, 2026

Antonio Aguilera-Romo, born on June 21, 1946 in San Luis Potosi, S.L.P, Mexico, passed away on July 11, 2026 in Keller, Texas. Antonio’s journey through life was marked by devotion to his family, unwavering work ethic, and a steadfast commitment to his values.

Antonio was the beloved husband of Yolanda Aguilera, with whom he shared over 52 years of partnership, love,...

Jul 9, 2026

Fred Wendell Hammond was born on November 9, 1928, in Desdemona, Texas, to Wesley McQuen Hammond and Lillian Riggs Hammond. He and his older brother, L.P., were raised during the heart of the Great Depression. His family lived off the land, and those years of hard work and humble beginnings helped shape the man Fred would become.

During his sophomore year...

Jul 9, 2026

Jul 9, 2026

Twila Spicer Meador passed from this earth to her heavenly home on July 9, 2026. She died in the home of her daughter, Melissa Bousquet. Twila was surrounded by family and friends during her last days.

She was born Twila Dean Welch in Scurry County, Texas on January 10, 1931. Twila was born in the home of her parents L. H....

Jul 9, 2026

Liane Castilaw, 90, passed away July 09, 2026 in Ada, Oklahoma.  Liane was born July 05, 1936 in Heidelberg, Germany, the daughter of Eugene and Johanna Hagenbuch.

Liane, better known as Oma to most, married her Sweetheart American Soldier Robert Castilaw on July 02, 1955.  The following year, she had a sweet baby girl and moved to America.  She taught herself...

Jul 8, 2026

Carol Mieure Vela, age 59, passed away peacefully on July 8, 2026. She was born on November 4, 1966, and lived a life filled with love, creativity, faith, and unwavering devotion to her family.

Carol is survived by her loving husband, Hector Vela; her cherished sons, William Vogelsberg, Joseph Vogelsberg, and Kenneth Vela; her mother-in-law, Amparo Vela; and her beloved siblings,...

Jul 8, 2026

Mary Wallace “Wally” Funk II was born on Feb. 1, 1939, in Las Vegas, New Mexico, to Virginia Shy Funk and Lozier Funk. Wally passed away peacefully at her home in Grapevine, Texas, on July 8, 2026, at the age of 87. She grew up in Taos, New Mexico, and loved (and was inspired by) the Taos mountains. Her love...

Jul 7, 2026

Celso Duque Ortega, age 82 was born on April 6, 1944, in Pasay City - Manila, Philippines to Juan and Rosario Ortega. He was a devoted father, family man, proud United States Navy veteran, and friend to many. He passed away peacefully on July 7, 2026, in Plano, TX with his family by his side, leaving behind a legacy of...

Jul 6, 2026

Jul 6, 2026

Ronnie Joe Easter, Sr., 79, passed away peacefully on July 6, 2026.

Born on October 19, 1946, in Cushing, Oklahoma, Ronnie lived a life defined by hard work, unwavering devotion to his family, and a deep sense of patriotism. He proudly served his country in the United States Army during the Vietnam War. In recognition of his courageous and honorable service,...

Jul 5, 2026

Thurston Dwight Moore, Sr. was born on March 22, 1950, to George and Evelyn Gross Moore in Brooklyn, New York. Raised in the Bedford Stuyvesant neighborhood, he attended public school in the community. He was the eldest son of seven siblings. Thurston was a very playful child, given to pulling pranks and telling jokes. His siblings shared countless humorous stories...

Jul 5, 2026

Richard Edward Staskus, lovingly known as Rick or Rich, age 69, beloved husband, father, brother, and faithful servant of the Lord, passed away on July 5, 2026.

Richard was known as one of the most positive people you could ever meet, always smiling and always finding the bright side of things. Even in his final days, when movement became difficult and...

Jul 4, 2026

Beloved “mum/mom,” grandmother, and great grandmother, received her angel wings on July 4th, 2026, leaving this earth as the nation celebrated its freedom. At the age of 90, Valerie, too, celebrated her freedom from a struggle with dementia. Born in Old Hunstanton, England, on March 14, 1936, to Harry and Amy Richardson, Valerie was the youngest of three daughters. Just...

Jul 4, 2026

Rudy Valladares, of Midlothian, Texas, passed away on July 4, 2026, in Dallas, Texas, at the age of 30 following a two-year battle with testicular cancer.

Rudy was born on October 11, 1995, to Marco and Margarita Valladares. He dedicated his career to serving his community as a police officer and later as a detective. To those who knew him, Rudy...