Obituaries
Georgia Simon
Jan 18, 2026
Georgia Lynn Simon, 77, of Fort Worth, Texas, passed away peacefully on January 18, 2026, surrounded by her loving family.
Born on December 13, 1948, in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, she was the daughter of Bernadette Gertrude Robey and John Erwin Robey Jr. Georgia graduated from Edgewood High School and later earned a BSN degree from Texas Tech.
Georgia’s life was defined by her...
Robert Patrick Arber
Jan 18, 2026
Robert Patrick Arber, 93, of Euless, Texas, passed away peacefully at home on January 18, 2026, surrounded by his loving family.
Born on September 11, 1932, in Cape Town, South Africa, Bob was the son of George W. Arber and Elizabeth F. Van Rensburg Arber. He graduated from Wellington Boarding School in Wellington, South Africa, and later earned a degree in...
Donald Warren Pittman
Jan 16, 2026
Donald ‘Don’ Warren Pittman, 86, passed away peacefully into the arms of Jesus on January 16, 2026, at his home in Burleson, Texas. He was a great father, papaw, brother, and friend who built a legacy defined by hard work, perseverance, and dedication to his family.
Don was born on July 5, 1939, in Tishomingo, Oklahoma, to G.W. and Ina Rhea...
Tegan Dakota Galipeau
Jan 16, 2026
Tegan Dakota Galipeau of Keller, Texas, 21, was born on May 3, 2004, in Grapevine, Texas, to William and Theresa Galipeau. From the moment she entered the world, Tegan had a light about her that drew people in—a light that never dimmed and will never be forgotten.
Tegan was a proud graduate of Keller High School, where she loved playing softball...
Judy Ferguson Downe
Jan 14, 2026
Julianna “Judy” Ferguson Downe, 88, became a citizen of Heaven on January 14, 2026. She was born on January 22, 1937, in Huntsville, Texas, to John Leland and Finnetta Ferguson.
Judy attended Sam Houston State University, where she studied business administration and met the love of her life, James “Bub” Downe. Bub and Judy were married on August 22, 1957, when...
Angelina Reyes
Jan 14, 2026
Angelina Reyes, age 87, passed away peacefully on January 14, 2026. She was born on August 7, 1938, in Penjamillo, Michoacán de Ocampo, Mexico, to Alfonso Raya and Aurora Mojica Raya.
Angelina was united in marriage to the love of her life, Froilan Reyes, in 1955. Together they built a life rooted in love, faith, and devotion to family. A dedicated...
Deborah Anna Thompson
Jan 14, 2026
Deborah was born on April 20, 1969, in West Plains, Missouri, to humble beginnings, but grew into a bright light in many people’s hearts. Deborah lived a life of integrity, generosity, and joy.
Deborah is survived by her loving husband of thirty years, Jeff; her children, Devin (Christy) and Tyler (Karsyn);her sister, Sandi (Bill); and her nephews, Ian and James.
A devoted...
Bobby Allen Ward
Jan 13, 2026
Bobby Allen Ward, 79, passed peacefully from this life on January 13, 2026, at his son’s home, surrounded by family. He was born on May 23, 1946, in Colorado City, Texas, to Robert and Odillia Price Ward, the second oldest of four children.
Bobby came from a close-knit family, and from a young age he understood the importance of responsibility. As...
Xavier Rodolfo Samaniego
Jan 12, 2026
Xavier Samaniego, 40 of Hurst Texas, passed away on January 12, 2026, in Bedford, Texas.
Born on August 17, 1985, in Houston, Texas, Xavier brought warmth and joy to the lives of those around him throughout his life.
Xavier is lovingly remembered by his wife Rebecca; his mother Rose; his brother Fabian; his sister Cristina; his nieces Alexandra and Desiree; and his...
Major General Harry George Karegeannes
Jan 12, 2026
Harry George Karegeannes, age 89, passed away peacefully on Monday, January 12, 2026, in Bedford, Texas. He was born on July 15, 1936, in Spartanburg, South Carolina, to Greek immigrant parents, Katherine Melehes and George Constantine Karegeannes. He was the seventh of eight children and the youngest son in a large, close-knit family.
After graduating from high school, Harry attended Wofford...
Michelle Barber
Jan 10, 2026
Michelle Elaine Barber, age 65, passed away on January 10, 2026, in Dallas, Texas. Michelle was a devoted wife, mother, Mimi, sister, and aunt, whose life was marked by deep faith, compassion, and service to others. A committed follower of Jesus Christ, Michelle lived her faith boldly and intentionally. She channeled Christ’s love into a ministry, Deeper Still, that is...
William Marion Shafer
Jan 10, 2026
Obituary for William Marion Shafer
William Marion Shafer, age 87, of Bedford, Texas, passed away Saturday, January 10, 2026, in Grapevine. Born on November 20, 1938, in Denton County, William lived a life marked by dedication to family, community, and country.
A proud graduate of Grapevine High School, class of 1957, William was known for his love of football, dominoes, and cards....
Earl Wendorf
Jan 9, 2026
Earl Gilbert Roland Wendorf, age 91, formerly of New Germany, Minnesota died Friday, January 9th in Grapevine, TX as a result of complications of a stroke he suffered last July.
He was born December 8th, 1934 on his parent’s farm in rural New Germany, and spent the majority of the next 85 years living in sight of the family farm and...
Jeannine Marie Sozza Scott
Jan 9, 2026
Jeannine Marie Sozza Scott, age 83, of Keller, Texas, passed away peacefully on January 9, 2026, in Keller, Texas. She was born on March 9, 1942, in Beaver Falls, Pennsylvania, to Joseph and Josephine Maruca.
Funeral services will be announced at a later date.
Jeannine was a woman of many joys and gentle talents. She loved dancing, singing, playing the piano and...
Amanda Louise Eliot
Jan 9, 2026
Mandy’s incredible adventure began on September 19, 1972, in Silver City, New Mexico. It didn’t take long for her parents to realize that their third daughter, simply put, had a lot of spunk! Her early days reached across many states, as her railroad dad transferred to Iowa, Illinois, California, and Texas. She never met a stranger, and the sparkle in...
Charlie "Red" Lee Atkins
Jan 8, 2026
https://www.texansonmission.org/donateHurst – Charlie “Red” Lee Atkins, 98 years and 11 months, passed away peacefully Thursday, January 8, 2026.
Charlie, from Honey Grove, Texas was born on February 28, 1927, to Kara and Cordie Atkins.
He moved to Plainview, where he proudly served in the United States Army during World War II and the Korean War. Between the wars, he married the love...
Mary Estella Ramirez
Jan 7, 2026
Mary Estella Ramirez, affectionately known as "Stella," departed from this world peacefully at her home on January 7, 2026, at the age of 71. She leaves behind a legacy filled with laughter, love, and light that will forever resonate in the hearts of those who knew her.
Born on October 22, 1954, in Floydada, Texas, Stella was the cherished daughter of...







