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Tom, I wanted you to know that one of our ’71 classmates and a neighbor of mine, Billy Hasse, has passed away. He was a full-blooded Choctaw and after TJ moved to the Choctaw reservation in Oklahoma where he participated in many of the tribal ceremonies. He had worked on the Alaska pipeline sometime after high school. He grew up with me on Glencrest Lane along with Kay Harper, Mike Cheakas, and Pat Daily and went to Sudie Williams Elementary. Thought you should know.
Rudy L. Flores

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It is with great regret and a heavy heart that we have lost my friend and our classmate Frank T. Mongaras, Jr. His sister posted the sad news about a week ago. He was a very loving person with a large family and will be missed very, very much.
R.I.P. my brother, you will always remain in my heart as well as the wonderful memories we shared. Love ya, Jimmy Cass

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Rebecca “Becky” Susan Swift Williams, 68, of Bedford, Texas, passed this world on Saturday, February 19th 2022.  Becky was born on March 7, 1953 in Dallas, TX to Major James “Jim” Edward Swift (1919 -2010) of Bon Secour Alabama, and Gladys “Sally” Mae Allen Swift (1922-1991) of Welch, West Virginia. Becky graduated from Thomas Jefferson High School in Dallas, Texas in 1971. When speaking about her life after high school, Becky talked fondly about a Pontiac Firebird she owned, and frequent road trips taken across the gulf coast states. She spent most of her career working for the Wall Street Journal, first as a teletypist and later as an office manager at the Dallas Bureau until her retirement. A highlight of Becky’s career was teletyping during several Republican National Conventions including in 1976 in Kansas City, 1980 in Detroit, and 1984 in Dallas. Becky was proud of her proficiency as a teletypist and that very few errors in typing made it to print.
Becky met her husband of 25 years Tommy “Tom” Carl Williams (1949-2006) from Slaton, TX in 1981 at a country and western bar in Dallas, Texas. They resided in Bedford, TX, and had two children together, Justin Travis Williams B. 1982 of Olympia, WA, and Jessica Leigh Williams Holloway B. 1984 of Bedford, TX. During their time together they enjoyed spending time with their family and annual trips camping. After the heartbreaking 2006 passing of Tom due to a lengthy cancer battle, Becky met her significant other of 12 years Roy Rice of Colleyville, TX in 2010. Roy and Becky bonded over shared interests, personal hobbies, and enjoyed spending time together until Becky’s passing.  Becky enjoyed many hobbies over her lifetime including caring for West Highland White Terriers and Yorkies, dancing, tole craft painting, cooking, baking, decorative cake making, gardening, and hatching and repopulating Monarch Butterflies.
Becky was preceded in death by her parents Jim and Sally, husband Tom, and many beloved Westies and Yorkies including Duke, Muffy, Jenkins, Tinker, Cookie, Spider, and Higgins.
Becky is survived by her significant other of 12 years Roy Rice; Son: Justin Travis and Jennifer Dillon Williams of Olympia, WA; Daughter: Jessica Holloway and Adam Holloway, grandchildren Avery and Brody of Bedford, TX; Sister Sandra “Sandy” Perlstein of McKinney, TX; Brother James “Jimmy” Edward Swift Jr. of Dallas, TX, Nephew Paul Pedler of Denver, Colorado; Stepdaughter Jennifer Williams Viggato of Lewisville, TX; Beloved Dogs Gizmo, Dixie, Bonnie and Baxter.
Visitation for Becky will be held on Saturday February 26, 2022 at Lucas Funeral Home in Hurst, Texas, with cremains interred at a later date, at Parker Memorial Cemetery in Grapevine, TX, with family, friends, and beloved pets.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made in Becky’s honor to local non-profit dog rescues, and specifically towards the conservation of Eastern Monarch Butterflies. Becky was a strong proponent of animals and insect pollinators and encouraged others to plant milkweed seeds in their yards where appropriate. Becky further advocated the avoidance of pesticides, or purchasing commercially available plants treated with pesticides, in order to promote the repopulation and conservation of vital insect pollinators.

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In the early hours of February 3, 2022, on his day of birth, Patrick Terrance Ware was called home by our Heavenly Father after giving us 70 years of love, laughter, and friendship. 
Patrick was born on February 3, 1952 in Dallas, TX to Basil R. Ware and Margaret “Mimi” Ware. As a child, Patrick had a natural inquisitiveness about everything and how it worked. It would come as no surprise that he was a natural born pilot; from turning his sandbox into his personal cockpit to using Mimi’s laundry basket to practice takeoffs and landings, flying was Patrick’s first love and passion in life.

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Services for Pamela Sue Andrews, 68, of Martins Mill, will be held 11 am Saturday, August 21, 2021, at Eubank Funeral Home in Canton with Ben Stevens officiating. Visitation will be one hour prior to the service.

Ms. Andrews passed away August 15, 2021 at her home. She was born July 18, 1953 in Dallas to Ebbie John "Andy" and Elsie Florene Ridling Andrews.

Pam married Jimmie Rowe Tinsley Jr. in 1977 and had one son, Trey. Pam was a member of Walnut Hill Church of Christ. She worked for the Dallas County Sheriff's Department from 1976 until she was diagnosed with LAM and had to retire after 24 years of service. At that time she moved back to her homeplace in Martins Mill. She loved watching and feeding deer and birds and country life. She always had her fur babies and dearly loved them.

Pam is preceded in death by her parents, Ebbie John and Elsie Andrews; and her brother, Ronald Andrews. She is survived by her son, Jimmie Rowe "Trey" Tinsley, III and his wife, Melissa; and two grandchildren who called her "Nali," Brooks Dean Tinsley and Claire Andrews Tinsley; sister-in-law, Chrystal Luongo Andrews; nephew, Dr. Cody Andrews; and her best running buddy, Dottie Hines.

Honorary pallbearer will be Jimmie Rowe Tinsley Jr.

Pam would also like to thank Dottie for her loving friendship, she was blessed to be included with Dottie’s children and family. They embraced her and were always there when help was needed.

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Jay Gregg Wortham of Dallas, TX, age 68, died on August 2, 2021.

He graduated from Thomas Jefferson High School where he was active in band. Jay graduated from Texas A&M in Bryan, Texas with a major in biology. He later graduated from Baylor College of Medicine with a Doctor of Dental Surgery degree.

Jay was employed by the United States Public Health Service as a dentist on the Navajo Indian Reservation in Arizona. He later was employed as a dentist in Dallas.

Jay enjoyed gardening, fishing, hunting, and more recently scuba diving. As a child, he spent many of his summers in central Texas on his grandparent’s family farm on the Brazos River. After his public health service, he spent several months in Alaska fishing for salmon. While in Arizona, he studied Navajo culture and collected many handmade Navajo artifacts. Throughout his life, Jay was an avid reader about science.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Gregg and Louise Wortham. Jay is survived by his sister, Eva Lynn Birmingham (Joe) and nephews Mark (Jessica) and Jim Birmingham (Christine) and grand nephews and nieces, Bailey, Ruby, Brec, and Brody.

I am Jay’s brother in law……husband of Jay’s sister, Eva Lynn Wortham Birmingham.

We sadly inform you that Jay died on August 2nd from a glioblastoma brain tumor that was diagnosed in March. He had surgery in April but the tumor was very aggressive and quickly affected both his body and brain. He died in Dallas at an assisted living facility. We are making arrangements for a memorial service and will let you know the date and time. It will be at Restland in Dallas.

Joe Birmingham

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Here is Billy Jack Jones’s obituary. Please accept Echovita’s sincere condolences.

It is with great sadness that we announce the death of Billy Jack Jones (Farmers Branch, Texas), who passed away on March 7, 2021, at the age of 68, leaving to mourn family and friends. Family and friends are welcome to send flowers or leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Isac Jones and Mary Frances Hughes; his brother Bobby Jones (Pat); his nephew Bobby Jones Jr.; and his niece Lisa Jones.

He is survived by : his wife Teresa Jones; his children, Billy Jones Jr., Brandy McClain (Johnny) and Coby Jones; his grandchildren, Peyton Elrod (Haley), Tyler Elrod, Preston Jones, Morgan Morrow, Jace Talbott and Kaylie Talbott; his great grandchildren, Austin Jones, Wyatt Elrod, Hudson Elrod, Liam Elrod, Tuff Elrod, Joel Victory, Mackenzie Morrow and Kash Talbott; and his sister Betty Ditto (Vaughn). He is also survived by nieces and nephews.

God took Billy home March 7, 2021, after spending almost a month in the hospital battling Covid-related pneumonia and other complications.

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A private memorial service will be held for Dennis Edward Hagar, 67, of Bonham.  Wise Funeral Home is in charge of the cremation arrangements.  Dennis passed away Saturday, March 6, 2021 at Carrolton Regional Medical Center in Carrolton, Texas.  
 
Dennis was born May 1, 1953 in Dallas, Texas, the son of Paul Angelo Hagar and Mary Edith Cunningham Hagar.  He was a 1971 graduate of Thomas Jefferson High School in Dallas.  Dennis was a U. S. Air Force veteran of the Vietnam War.  He married Leslie Ann Ingalls on September 13, 1980 in Dallas.  Dennis was a contractor for Hagar & Associates and enjoyed watching westerns, woodworking and making wine.  He was a member of the Constantine Masonic Lodge #13 and the Knights of Columbus.  Dennis was preceded in death by his parents and a brother,  Dean Hagar.

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James E. Hodges passed away peacefully November 4, 2020 in Irving, TX at the age of 68. He was born November 26, 1951 to mother, Lucille Catherine Poston, and father, Claude Neal Hodges in Dallas, TX. His family will always fondly remember camping trips at Lake Joe Pool every Summer. James loved making holiday traditions with his children. Their fondest holiday memories are decorating the Christmas tree while singing Christmas carols. The traditions James gave to his family will live on in his memory. James is preceded in death by his parents, Lucille and Claude Hodges; sister, Kathleen Rogers; and brother, Neal Hodges. Left to cherish his memory are sister, Carla Buhler; daughter, Telissa Renee Davis; son, Jason Howard LeRoy; daughter, Catherine Michelle Parr; son, James Neal Hodges; grandchildren: Breyanna Nichole Parr, Dalton Cole Davis, Sydney Adel LeRoy, Ravynn Dulce Parr, Raegan Grace Davis, and Jake Hanson LeRoy; the mother who blessed James with his children, Martha Kathleen Hodges; as well as numerous other family and friends who will all miss James dearly.

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We rejoice that our beloved wife, mother, sister, and aunt, Scottie Asbury Smith, was called home by her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on November 4, 2020, at the age of 67 but forever 39. Scottie Asbury Smith was born on November 5, 1952, in San Antonio, TX to Edgar Allen Asbury, Jr., and Idabell Rogers Asbury. She is a descendant of Jesse Chisholm of the famous Chisholm Trail and a proud tribal member of the Chickasaw Nation. The family relocated to Dallas, TX in 1953.

Her partner in crime was her younger sister, Cindi Asbury Sanchez. When their parents were out, license, or no license, they would “borrow” their mom’s car. Also, they’re “knockdown drag outs” were epic. They liked shopping, playing games, and just enjoyed being together. Their war stories included the “joys” of raising kids and husbands.

She attended F.P. Calliet Elementary School, E.H. Cary Junior High School, and Thomas Jefferson High School all in Dallas. She was a cheerleader at E.H. Cary Junior High and on the drill team at her beloved TJ. She was very active in the high school choir participating in school musicals. She was part of the 1971 graduating class, where she served as the class secretary. She also attended North Texas State University where she made a lifelong friend Dianne Berg. She then pursued her passion for interior design at St. Mary’s University in San Antonio.

She married Keith Smith on April 4, 1987, in San Antonio, TX. They resided there until 1994 when they relocated to Plano, TX.

She remained very close to her high school classmates over the years. She mostly enjoyed her girl’s trips with her high school friends known as the Junk Gypsies: Cathy Freeman, Shannon McKinley, Patti Hill, Debbie Jarma, Stef Cobb, and Laura Buchanan. One of the highlights of her year would be their yearly girl’s trip which started in 1985. Her favorite trip was to Palm Springs, CA. She also cherished the times everyone would gather around the piano to sing and share laughter.

She was a devoted soccer mom to Jordan and Andy from 4 years old to college. Her favorite place to be was on the sideline cheering on both kids whether they were on the field or Jordan coaching at Plano Senior High School.

Scottie was very creative, artistic, and loved musical theater. Her love for the arts and music led her to be one of the biggest Barbara Streisand fans. She loved live entertainment, TV, movies and she never missed an episode of Gilmore Girls.

She is preceded in death by her parents Edgar Allen Asbury Jr., Idabell Rogers Asbury, and Jessie Sue Rogers (grandmother). She is survived by husband Keith Smith, daughter Jordan Smith, son Andy Smith (Plano, Texas), sister Cindi Asbury Sanchez, brother-in-law Sonny E. A. Sanchez (Edmond, OK), niece Erin Sanchez and nephew Sonny Sanchez (Oklahoma City, OK).
 

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Corbin Edward ANDERSON
DECEMBER 23, 1953 – SEPTEMBER 22, 2020

Corbin Edward Anderson, 66, of Plano, TX, passed away on September 22, 2020 at Richardson Methodist Medical Center. Born December 23rd, 1953 in Ashtabula, OH, he was the son of Edward and Sara Anderson.

A 1971 graduate of Thomas Jefferson High School in Dallas, TX, Corbin went on to graduate with a degree in Business Administration at the University of North Texas in 1976. After graduation, he began a career in sales for U.S Electric Motors and finished his career in sales with Abloy Security. Beyond his professional career, Corbin was a devout husband, father, and grandfather.

Corbin was preceded in death by his parents Edward and Sara Anderson. He is survived by his wife of 39 years, Genie Anderson of Plano, TX; their four children, Sara Clanahan and her husband Sean, Joseph Anderson and his wife Kelli, Katie Anderson, Josh Anderson; his grandchildren Holly Clanahan, Grace Clanahan, and Elinor Anderson; his siblings Kitty McIntire and her husband Ben, Karen Zecher and her husband Jack.

A private celebration of Corbin’s life will be held by immediate family.

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Joy Harper Bryant passed away in Austin, Texas on April 16, 2019, after a long battle with Alzheimer's disease. Joy was born in San Antonio, Texas on September 28, 1953. She was the daughter of the late Truett Howell Harper and the late Mercedes Garillo Harper.
Joy grew up on air force bases all over the United States and in the Philippines. She attended high school in Tainan, Taiwan, and she graduated from Thomas Jefferson High School in Dallas in 1971. She graduated from the University of North Texas in 1975 and taught elementary school in San Antonio, San Francisco and Rodeo, California, and Dallas.
Joy married David Bryant in 1976, and they lived together in Austin, San Francisco, Dallas, and Denison, Texas. Their 43-year marriage was blessed with three daughters, Cassie, Joanna, and Amy. Joy was a wonderful wife, mother, and friend, who will be missed by so many who knew her.
Joy is survived by her husband; her daughters Cassie Hay and husband Rob of Austin, Joanna Garner and husband Matt of Denison, and Amy Winston and husband Mike of San Francisco; by two grandsons, Monroe and Ollie Hay of Austin; and by sister Josefina Isaacs of Garland.
A memorial mass for Joy will be held at St. Patrick's Catholic Church, 314 North Rusk Avenue, in Denison, Texas at 4:00 p.m. on Monday, April 22, followed by a reception in celebration of Joy's life at Fulbelli's Restaurant, 115 South Travis Street, in Sherman, Texas at 6:00 p.m.
In lieu of flowers, the family suggests that donations may be made to the Joy Bryant Scholarship through the Grayson College Foundation, 6101 Grayson Drive, Denison, Texas 75020.

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Margaret Louise Samuel, 65, of Carterville, passed away Friday, March 29, 2019, at her home. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m., Tuesday, April 2, 2019, at Christian Covenant Fellowship in Carterville, with Pastors Jamison Parker and Ralph Brandon. Visitation will be from 9:00 to 11:00 a.m., Tuesday at the church. Memorial contributions can be made to Agape Christian High School.
Margaret was born on August 20, 1953, in Dallas, Texas, to Harold and LaRuth (Buie) Edwards. She married Robert "Bobby" Jacob Samuel on May 17, 1975, in Dallas, Texas. She is survived by her husband Bobby Samuel of Carterville; son, Kevin (Laura) Samuel of San Antonio, Texas; brother, Richard (Kathy) Edwards of Plano, Texas; and sister, Marianne (Jim) Montoya of Denton, Texas.
Margaret was preceded in death by her parents and son, Jeremy David Samuel. She was the office manager at Shawnee Health Alliance for over 13 years. Margaret was a member of Christian Covenant Fellowship. She also enjoyed reading and doing cross stitch. Margaret enjoyed socializing with people and also served as an adoptive grandmother to several children.

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Larry's funeral is next Wednesday, January 16, 2019, 11:00am,  at First United Methodist Church in Richardson, TX.

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STILES, Michael Michael Stiles passed peacefully Wednesday, October 31, 2018. He is survived by wife, Rose Stiles of 24 beautiful years of marriage. Daughters: Marlise Stiles, Lesley & Daniel Roby and son, Brad & Katy Stiles. Grandchildren: Noah, Banner, Abigail, Chapel Roby and Ben Stiles.

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Rickey C. Parkerson, age 64, of Alta Vista, died Monday April 2, 2018 at his home in Alta Vista.
He was born on April 24, 1953 in Fort Riley, Kansas, the son of Wesley and Frances (Slagle) Parkerson. He grew up in many different areas. His family lived in the Dallas, Texas area and he graduated from Thomas Jefferson High School with the class of 1971.

Rickey joined the United States Air Force. He served for over 20 years until he retired. During his service time in the Air Force he worked as an avionics technician and repaired the electrical parts of the planes for the Air Force.

In Alta Vista he served as a councilman, and he was a member of the American Legion in Winfield, Kansas. Growing up in the Dallas area, he was an avid Dallas Cowboys fan.

He was preceded in death by his parents, and his sisters: Pamela K. Parkerson and Connie Sue Parkerson.

On June 25, 1993 in Dwight, Kansas, he was united in marriage to Karma McFall. She survives at their home in Alta Vista.

Rickey is also survived by his daughter, April Parkerson and his daughter, Teaha Chestnut.

A Celebration of Life Gathering will be held on Saturday April 7, 2018 from 4:00 until 6:00 p.m. at the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home in Manhattan. The family would like everyone to know the gathering is a dress casual and comfortable time in memory of Rickey.

In lieu of flowers the family suggests memorial funds to the Disabled Veterans of America. Contributions may be left in care of the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, Kansas 66502.

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Beverly Ann Cipriano (nee Verver) 64 of Dallas, Texas passed away unexpectedly Tuesday 6, 2018 at her home. Beverly will be remembered by her family and friends for her warm and welcoming nature, charitable heart, creative abilities and hardworking hands. Beverly will be sadly missed by her son Jon C Cipriano 44 of Houston; grandson Andrew Cipriano 28 and his mother Sofie Gracia of Richardson; brother Doug Verver and his children Laurie Verver, Julie and Mike Herrera; her sister in law Pat Verver and her children Conrad Jack Verver Jr, Francesca Verver-Saba and Hilary Verver; niece April Findlay and nephew Charles Derek Verver of Arkansas. Beverly is also survived by numerous cousins, great nephews and nieces, and many friends.

All are welcome to attend a visitation for Beverly at Calvary Hill Funeral Home and Cemetery, Tuesday February 13th, 2018 from 5 to 9 pm. Her funeral service will be at 10:00 am on February 14th with a reception to follow.

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WIENER, Stephen Mark Stephen Mark Wiener, 65, died at home December 6, 2017. He is survived by his wife Mary-Anne York, his mother Avis Wiener, sister Sharon Wiener, M.D., uncle Morris Wiener of Oregon. Nieces Maddie & Jennie Burau. He was preceded in death by his father L. D. Wiener. Graveside services Sunday, December 10, 2017, 1 PM at Temple Emanu-El Cemetery. Donations: Operation Kindness

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Gail Eberly was introduced to the world a scant 10 minutes before her twin sister, Donna, in Buenos Aires, Argentina in 1952.  
Gail matriculated from Thomas Jefferson High School in Dallas in 1971.  From there she graduated with a teaching certificate from the University of Texas at Arlington in 1975 and set off to fulfill her lifelong dream of teaching. She tutored countless students in accounting at both Northlake College in Irving and Tarrant County College for over 18 and 26 years, respectively. During her teaching days, for over 10 years, Gail served as an advisor to the Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society which recognizes outstanding academic achievement for students at two year colleges. For her contribution, the society honored her with a brick in her name at their headquarters in Jackson, Mississippi.  
Gail loved to travel and during her life made her way to far flung locales including Austria, Germany, Switzerland, England, Scotland and Wales, Argentina and Hawaii. She was an avid Dallas Cowboy fan, attending her first game at the Cotton Bowl in 1966 and cheered "the triplets" on to victory in the Super Bowl XXVIII in Atlanta. Her favorite music originated from the mop-topped boys from England, the Beatles. She boasted of seeing Sir Paul McCartney live 7 times and one of her favorite trips abroad culminated in Liverpool, England, with her best friend, walking the same streets where the Fab Four got their start.  
PRECEDED IN DEATH BY: Lawrence Lyle Eberly and Allyne Barnes Eberly, parents and Stephen Barnes Eberly, her brother 
SURVIVED BY: Her son, Charles Lyle Terry and grandson, Ethan, and his Mother, Meredith, twin sister, Donna Jordan and her husband, Barry, her nieces Catherine Jordan and partner Jason Wiseman and Rebecca  Garner and her husband, Kenneth Garner, her great nephew, Benjamin and her great niece, Sedona, and cousins in New York, California and Texas. 
In Lieu of flowers, the family requests that contributions be made to TCC Foundation, 1500 Houston, Fort Worth, Texas 76102 designated to the Gail Eberly “Get the Vision” Scholarship, or to the Alzheimer’s Assn., 2630 West Freeway, Suite 100, Fort Worth, Texas 76102
Gail’s unique spirit provided an unpredictable spark that lit up every room with which she blessed her presence and enriching all of those around her.  Her family appreciates your thoughts and prayers during this time.
Thank you to Custom Care Hospice for making Gail’s final days peaceful, special thanks to Tommy for singing Beatle songs to her.

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Carlos Ventura Sandoval, age 64 of Lucas, Texas, went to heaven on July 7, 2017 after a courageous battle with cancer.
Carlos was born on June 20, 1953 in San Antonio, Texas, a son of Ventura and Stella (Fulton) Sandoval. He was a devoted and loyal son, brother, uncle, cousin and friend, who never met a stranger. He is preceded in death by his Father and Mother, Ventura Sandoval and Stella Fulton Sandoval, as well as many uncles and aunts. Carlos had a very long and fulfilling career in the oil and gas industry where he met many of his lifelong friends and associates. He had a passion for music, comics, pop culture, playing cards, board games, going to the casinos and traveling. He is survived by two brothers, James Sandoval, Bob Sandoval (spouse-Connie) and one sister Mary Fuentes (spouse-Louis). Many nephews, nieces, grandnephews and grandnieces, whom he loved dearly. Girlfriend, Frances Ooten, along with many friends and family who showed much love and support during his long battle.
A Memorial Service will be held on Saturday, July 22, 2017 at 11:30 AM at Sparkman Richardson Funeral Home, located at 1029 S. Greenville Avenue, Richardson, TX 75081.

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Steven Michael Stratton passed away Friday, March 24, 2017, surrounded by his
Loving family after a courageous battle with cancer and its complications. Steve
*as was born on July 28, l953, to Mildred Frances (Gunn) Stratton and William Arthur
Stratton in Kansas City. Mo. While earnings his degree in business at Texas Tech
University and working as a flight in structure, he met his beautiful wife of 40 years
Lanette, who was one of his students. Steve's passion for flying began as a small
child while watching his Father, who was an airline pilot. Steve earned his private
flying license at the age of 14, and went on to follow in his father’s footsteps flying
for Braniff Airways. Second to his wife and children, flying was the love of his life.
In l98l Braniff Airways declared bankruptcy, so after the birth of his first son that
same year, Steve began his career as a financial advisor. Steve spent nearly 30 years
at New York Life, earning a reputation For the highest standards of character and
integrity and building a family business. which his two sons carry on today.
Apart from his career, much of Steven’s time and heart was dedicated to international
missions and ministry with an emphasis on sharing the Good News of Jesus and
the spiritual growth of new believers. Steve began his mission work by participating
in evangelistic trips 14 years ago with an organization called international
Commission.  Having traveled all over the world with International Commission,
Steve's Focus for the Last 19 years has been in the country of Peru where God opened
doors for ministry deep into the heart of the country from the remote parts of the
Amazon rainforest all the way to the highlands of the Andes Mountains. Steve
raised up a generation of disciples in Peru, and following God’s direction, starred
countless churches. sharing the Gospel, leading thousands to Christ. and providing
for their continued spiritual growth and development.
Steve was a godly man and a loving husband. Father and grandfather. He was
proceeded in death by his mother, Fran, and his brother, Mark. He is survived by
his wife. Lanette; four children and their spouses: Mark Stratton and wife, Austin;
Holly Hardy and husband, Jon; Michael Stratton and wife, Ashley; Joy Medellin
and husband, Ryan; four grandchildren: Adaline Stratton, Maddox Stratton, and Brylee
Stratton and Teagan Stratton and by his father. W.A. Stratton. and sister. Dustin
Grey and husband Collie.
Steve was a pastor, minister, teacher. financial professional, husband. dad,
grandfather, brother, and son, but most of all, he was a disciple of Jesus Christ. He
has run his race to completion and finished strong. and is now enjoying his eternal
reward. He will be dearly missed.
STRATTON, Steven Michael Age 63, died on March 24, 2017. Visitation 6-8 pm Wed., at RFH. Service will be at 2:00PM Thur. Prestonwood Baptist Church, Plano.

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Kay Loretta Sabonis
APRIL 5, 1953 – NOVEMBER 4, 2016
Kay was born on April 5, 1953, the third of twelve children of Marylyn and Marion Karecki. She died of cancer at home on Friday, November 4, 2016. Kay loved life and created a great sense of fun in everything she did, and she achieved stellar heights in her professional life. Kay was a valued member of Xerox Corporation, serving for 36 years and winning the President’s Club award 15 times. Kay was an accomplished equestrian in show-jumping, trails challenge and dressage. Kay was a member of the Southlake Mounted Patrol, a courtesy patrol that worked to preserve and maintain local trails. All of these activities displayed the high level horsemanship that Kay exhibited. She was also a champion bodybuilder, winning 17 competitions in a row, and was approached to turn professional. Kay was a loyal and generous friend. Although not originally from Texas, she chose to remain in Texas after her family moved away when she was 18. There was nowhere else in the world she’d rather live. Kay, we give thanks for your life and the joy you brought to others. All of us miss your free spirit, sassy sense of humor and beautiful smile. You made a special place in the lives of many and your passing will be deeply felt. Kay was preceded in death by her parents Marylyn and Marion, and her sister Jean. Kay is survived by siblings Janet, Amy, Richard, Sue, Ellen, Paul, Mary, Stephen, Beth and David. She will be sorely missed by nieces and nephews Amber, Chad, Abby, Harry, Riley, Spencer, Ruby, Ingrid and Sean, and her beloved horse Sarah. A memorial service to celebrate Kay’s life will be held at 3:00 pm on Saturday, November 12, 2016 at: Bluebonnet Funeral Home and Memorial Park5725 Colleyville Blvd. Colleyville TX 76034 Remembrances may be made in the form desired by friends. Farewell to a beautiful sister, aunt, colleague, companion and dear friend

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Gladewater - Graveside services for Danny Nichols, 63, of Longview, Texas will be held on Monday, March 21, 2016 at 11:00 A.M. at Simpsonville Cemetery in Upshur County, Texas. Mr. Nichols passed away on Friday, March 18, 2016 in Longview, Texas.

Daniel “Danny” Thomas Nichols was born on January 29, 1953 in Dallas, Texas to John and Audrey Rice Nichols. He worked for Dana Corporation as a Journeyman sheet metal technician. 

Mr. Nichols is survived by his sister, Debi Spencer and husband, Mike; nephew, Sean Spencer and wife, Kristi; niece, Stefanie Smith and husband, Jeb, all of White Oak, as well as six great nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents.

Visitation will be held on Sunday, March 20, 2016 from 6 to 8 p.m. at Croley Funeral Home in Gladewater, Texas.
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TAYLOR, Nicholas Dean
Age 62, of San Antonio, passed away Dec. 20, 2015. Service Dec. 22, 3 PM at Cook-Walden Capital Parks Cemetery Mausoleum. Cook-Walden Funeral Home, Austin, TX.
 

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Services for Thomas Alexander Gilbreath Jr., 61, of Tyler, will be held on Monday, Jan. 19, 2015, at 2 p.m. at Stewart Family Funeral Home Chapel with Pastor Mike Davis officiating. Burial will follow in Bascom Cemetery in Tyler under the direction of Stewart Family Funeral Home.

Mr. Gilbreath passed away Saturday, Jan. 17, 2015, in Tyler. He was born March 10, 1953, in Dallas to Thomas Alexander and Betty L. Lawrence Gilbreath Sr.
Tom graduated from Thomas Jefferson High School in 1971. He was inducted into the High School Football Hall of Fame. He graduated from the University of North Texas, where he belonged to Kappa Sigma Fraternity of North Texas. He was a member of the East Texas Area Claims Association. As an avid outdoorsman, Tom loved to fish and hunt.  
Tom was preceded in death by his god parents, Kathryn "Tat" and Bill Hill.  
He is survived by his loving family including former wife of 33 years, Loraine Gilbreath; daughters, Melissa Barker and husband Jeff, of Whitehouse, Meredith Archie and husband Kenny, of Tyler, and Meghan Beasley and husband Jason, of Whitehouse; grandchildren, Payton, Rylan, Paige, Blake, Logan, Caden and Paxston; his parents, Tom and Betty Gilbreath, of College Station; sister, Cindy Harrington and husband Jim, of Georgetown; and his dog, Stella.  
Pallbearers will be Joey Applewhite, Chuck McCool, Dan Emerson, Greg Williams, James "Bull" Durrum, Alfredo Hermosillo, Dale Acker, Payton Troyer and John Freeman.
Honorary pallbearer will be Tommy Lucas.
Visitation is scheduled from 5 to 7 p.m. on Sunday, Jan. 18, 2015, at Stewart Family Funeral Home, 7525 Old Jacksonville Highway, in Tyler.

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Cynthia Jane Murray, of Norris passed away Monday, November 17, 2014. She was born April 17, 1953 in Decatur, Illinois to the late Robert K. Murray and Martha Jeanne Shields. She grew up in Dallas, Texas and was a graduate of Thomas Jefferson High School and Texas Tech University.

She is survived by: 
Children…………. Emily Brady Darragh & husband Pat 
Bryan Brady & wife Esther 
Anne and Shannon Brady 
Granddaughter……… Isla Catherine Darragh 
Sister……………….. Dian Murray Baxter of Austin, TX

The family will receive friends 1:00-2:00 pm, Friday, November 21, 2014 at Holley Gamble Funeral Home with a memorial service to follow. Her burial will follow at Norris Memorial Garden. Memorials may be sent to UT Cancer Center or Stand Up 2 Cancer, File 1224, 1801 W. Olympic Blvd., Pasadena, CA 91199-1224. Holley Gamble Funeral Home in Clinton is in charge of all arrangements.

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Deborah Lynn Martin Adcox, age 61, of Atlanta, GA, passed away Wednesday, August 6th, 2014. She was preceded in death by her parents, James and Bertie Martin. She is survived by her husband, Rev. Tim Adcox of Atlanta, GA, her brother Ronald Martin of Carrollton, TX, and her sister, Cherie Carter of Georgetown, TX.

Debbie was born on October 24, 1952 in Longview, TX. She received a bachelor’s degree from Southeastern Oklahoma State University and worked in business in the areas of administration and sales management.

Friends will be received on Saturday, August 9 from 5pm-7pm at Smoke Rise Baptist Church, 5901 Hugh Howell Road, Stone Mountain, GA 30087. A service celebrating the life of Debbie Adcox will be held on Sunday, August 10 at 3:00pm, at Smoke Rise Baptist Church with Rev. Ernie Forrester, Rev. Chris George and Rev. Kathy Dobbins officiating.

If you would like to make donations on her behalf, please make them to: Smoke Rise Baptist Missions Special Needs. (Note Debbie Adcox memorial)
A burial service will be held on Thursday, August 14 at 1:30pm at Gabriel’s Funeral Chapel, 393 North Interstate 35, Georgetown, TX 78628,

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Stephens, Philip B "Steve" Stephens, Philip B. (Steve to all) October 19th 1952- March 9th 2014. The son of Joe and Marjorie Stephens, Steve is survived by four sisters; Erika, Stansel, Marjorie, Leonora, and four brothers John, Rufus, George and Benjamin; nieces and nephews too numerous to count. He graduated from the University of North Texas in 1976. Steve led an eclectic life, full of many passions. Politics were of a particular concern to him. He believed in a more just and equal society for all of us. He delighted in movies, books and music of all types. He loved sci-fi, mystery, and horror but also lighter subjects. Print, on screen, with clubs and at conventions were places he could express it along with us. Baseball and the Texas Rangers were also highlights of his day. A saint in the Church of the Sub-Genius, juggling, magic, coin collecting combined to fit into this mélange of Steve. His main passion though was for his siblings and their children. He was always willing to entertain children, to babysit and interact with them as though they were his equals. He would share his interests and participate in their own. He showed pride in them as if their accomplishments were part of a greater collective good that he had helped bring about in some small way. He will always be cherished. A memorial service celebrating Steve's life will be held on Monday, April 28th at 3pm at the First Unitarian Church of Dallas located at 4015 Normandy Ave, Dallas 75202. In lieu of flowers the family requests that donations made in his memory be made to KERA 90.1 FM, the public radio station in Dallas. 

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BORN: Saturday December 27, 1952 DIED: Friday March 7, 2014 SERVICE Tuesday March 11, 2014  10:00 AM Lake Pointe Church, Room A-114 701 East I-30 Rockwall, TX   75087  Map VISITATION Monday March 10, 2014  6:00 PM to 8:00 PM Rest Haven Funeral Home - Rockwall Chapel 2500 State Hwy. 66 East Rockwall, TX   75087  Map

Michael Douglas Jones, age 61 of Rowlett, TX, passed away March 7, 2014. He was born December 27, 1952, in Joplin, MO, to Harold W. and Betty (Payne) Jones. Michael was a member of Lake Pointe Church where he was part of the Media Team. He was a devoted family man, known as “Pops” to his granddaughters.  Michael enjoyed spending time with his family, especially to do anything outdoors including fishing, hunting, boating and riding his motorcycle.  He was dearly loved and will be missed. Michael is survived by his loving wife of 36 years: Sherri Jones of Rowlett, TX; daughter: Lindsey Knight and husband Austin, and son: Chris Jones and wife Crystal all of McKinney, TX; brother: Doug Jones and wife Danielle of Fort Wayne, IN; sister: Barbara Keesee of Dallas, TX; granddaughters: Camdyn and Colbie Jones and Harper Knight. Funeral services will be held 10:00am Tuesday, March 11, 2014, at Lake Pointe Church Room A-114 with Pastor Bob Parks officiating. Interment will follow in Rest Haven Memorial Park. The family will receive friends at Rest Haven Funeral Home-Rockwall Chapel Monday from 6:00 to 8:00pm.

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Lindsey, Leslie Joe Services for L. Joe Lindsey, 59, New London, will be at 10:00 am Friday, November 2, in the Cottle-Pearson Funeral Home chapel, Overton, with Reverend Stan Cox officiating. Burial will in Rusk County Memorial Gardens, near Henderson. Mr. Lindsey died Sunday, October 28, 2012, in New London. He was born July 29, 1953, in Overton to the Late Travis Lois Lindsey and Ruby Dean Gamble Lindsey. He retired from Merchants Services, Inc, after 12 years of services and moved to New London. He married Twilla Rose October 26, 1999, in Paris and he was a Baptist. Mr. Lindsey was a dedicated member of the Henderson Country Club and was an avid hunter, fisherman and golfer. He was a devoted and loving husband, father and grandfather, and he was a faithful Ranger's fan. Besides his father, he was also preceded in death by his grandparents, L. R. Lindsey and Millie Ann Arnold Lindsey and an uncle, Billy M. Lindsey. Survivors include his wife of 12 years, Twilla Lindsey, New London; three daughters and two sons-in-law, Lydia Lindsey, Paris, Leslie and Stanley Cox, Paris, and Mendy and Deven Wakefield, Forgan, Oklahoma; a son, Jason Wunsch, New London; his mother, Ruby Lindsey, Paris; five grandchildren, Carsen Cox, Ella Rea Cox, McKenzie Wakefield, Bryan and Matt Morris; and numerous cousins. Pallbearers will be Tommy Revelle, Jon Dean, Stan Cox, Sr., Stan Cox, Jr., Jason Wunsch and Kevin Dudo. Honorary pallbearer will be Carsen Cox. The family will receive friends at the funeral home from 5:00 pm until 7:00 pm, Thursday, November 1. Online registration and condolences are available atwww.cottlefuneralhome.com. Cottle-Pearson Funeral Home 905 South Commerce Overton, Tx 75684

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Tomberlin, Nancy Glennan Nancy Glennan Tomberlin earned her angel wings and flew home on January 22, 2012. Born September 24, 1953, in Jackson, Mississippi, Nancy moved to Dallas in 1959. She graduated from TJ High School and began her dream of traveling. She graduated from Braniff International Airlines in 1973 and spent her career as a flight attendant. Her passions included friendships throughout the world, animals and their unconditional love, and her two precious grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Herman Tomberlin and her father, Kenneth Glennan. She is survived by her mother, Sally Glennan; her daughter Alison Davidson Slaton, husband Sean, children Douglas and Hudson; sister Elizabeth Glennan, brother Michael Glennan, and extended Braniff family. The memorial service will be held Friday, January 27, 2012 at 12:30pm at Restland's Wildwood Chapel in Dallas. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the American Heart Association or Paws Across Texas.
 
 

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Surrounded by the love of his family Bryan Edward Dixon, age 53, passed away Wednesday, February 28, 2007 at Medical Center of Lewisville.

He was born April 13, 1953 in Dallas to Olin and Geneva Parkerson Dixon and married Penny Biggs on May 11, 1979 in Lewisville. He is survived by his wife, Penny; daughters, Dixie Dixon-Lee and husband, Shaun of Denton and Rosalee Dixon of Flower Mound; parents, Olin and Geneva Dixon of Dallas; sister, Debbie Zinser and husband, Reverend Joe Zinser of Flower Mound and by numerous extended family members.

Bryan worked in construction but farming was always his passion. He had a great love for the outdoors, particularly hunting and fishing, which led to many memorable times with his friends and family. Bryan was a blessing to his family and friends and he will be greatly missed.

Funeral service will be held 4:00 p.m. Saturday, March 3, 2007, at Trietsch Memorial United Methodist Church in Flower Mound. Interment will follow in Chinn’s Chapel Cemetery in Copper Canyon. Reverend Joe Shafer and Reverend Joe Zinser will officiate the service. The family will receive friends from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Friday at the funeral home. The family requests memorial contributions to be made to the American Cancer Society.

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HAGOOD, DAVID WAYNE, Age 52, joined our Lord in Heaven on September 7, 2005. Survived by the love of his life; Judy Riley, parents; Laura and Ralph Hagood, sister; Lee, brother; R.J., and many more family members and friends. Dave, we all will forever remember how much you enjoyed laughing, how much you enjoyed living; and, we most of all thank you for the incredible gift of giving and leaving a piece of your love and yourself instilled in our hearts and lives for eternity. Memorial Service will be held at Walnut Hill United Methodist Church, Saturday at 11:00am. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the SPCA or The American Heart Association. Dignity Memorial Sparkman Dickey Dallas N. Tollway at Trinity Mills (972) 407-6070

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 MURPHY, NEIL G., was born August 7, 1953, in Floral Park, NY, and died peacefully at his home in Dallas on April 25, 2003, after a 2-year battle with lung cancer. Neil was a devoted and loving son, brother, father and uncle. He loved to laugh, read, write, play poker with his brothers and spend time with family and friends. For many years, he was a valued employee in the convention services division of Freeman Decorating Company. His father, Henry Neil Murphy, and brothers Colin and Robert Murphy preceded Neil in death. He is survived by his mother, Catherine L. Murphy; daughter Kerry Michelle Soniat; sister Mary Thomas and her husband Bob; brother Brian and his wife Susie, brother Jim and his wife Jerri, brother Terry and his wife Carol, brother Sean and his wife Carol, brother Hugh and his wife Peggy, and brother Mike and his wife Stacie, and by many nieces and nephews. Neil is also survived by a loving group of very close and dear friends who with his family loved him, laughed with him, supported him, comforted him and cared for him in his last weeks, including Bonnie Davis, James Klingensmith, Peter Leonard and Penny Kent-Snyder. A memorial mass will be held to celebrate Neil's life on Tuesday, May 6, 2003, 2:30 p.m. at Holy Trinity Catholic Church, 3826 Gilbert Avenue (and Oak Lawn), Dallas, Texas 75219. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that you remember Neil with a donation to the cancer fighting or research charity of your choice. 

Published in Dallas Morning News on April 29, 2003

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