Obituaries
Viola Elizabeth "Beth" Jones
Feb 17, 2025
With hearts full of love and gratitude for a life well lived, we announce the passing of our beloved matriarch, Viola Elizabeth "Beth" Cockerham Jones, who entered her heavenly home on February 17, 2025, at the age of 94.
Born on January 17, 1931, in Belton, Texas, Beth was a woman of remarkable strength and devotion to her family. In October...
James Allen Yokum Jr.
Feb 12, 2025
James (Jimmy) Allen Yokum II, born March 7, 1942, passed away at age 82, on February 12, 2025.
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of James Allen Yokum II, beloved husband of the late Rita Yokum. He was a loving father, grandfather, and great grandfather. He was born and raised in Dallas, TX, served in the Army...
Leona S. Loughner
Feb 6, 2025
Leona S. Loughner, born on April 30, 1929, in Mount Savage, Maryland, passed away on February 6, 2025.
She was preceded in death by her mother, Hazel Gorden Swauger; her father, Albert Swauger; one sister; three brothers; and her beloved husband of 35 years, Alpheus Myers Loughner.
She is survived by her six children: Bonnie Green, Lois Dickel-Hull, Marlene Hedrick, Bobby Dickel,...
Thomas Byrne Cochran
Feb 6, 2025
Thomas (Tom) Byrne Cochran, 80, passed away February 6, 2025. He was born November 26, 1944 in St. Paul, Minnesota to Thomas George and Lauretta Cochran.
He was the oldest of four brothers, including Michael, Richard, and Daniel. He attended Cretin High and subsequently attended the University of Minnesota and the University of Wisconsin for general business studies. He worked in...
James Richard Little, Sr.
Feb 4, 2025
James Richard Little, Sr., a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, passed away peacefully on February 4, 2025, in Mansfield, Texas, at the age of 77. He was born on November 7, 1947, in Richmond, Indiana, to Roy and Grace Little.
Jim was a proud graduate of Centerville High School and went on to earn an associate's degree from Sam's Technical...
John David Manning
Feb 4, 2025
John David Manning, born on May 28, 1945, in Fort Worth, Texas, departed this world on February 4, 2025, leaving behind a legacy marked by dedication, compassion, and a profound love for his family.
John dedicated an impressive 43 years of his life to General Motors, where he exemplified a strong work ethic and commitment. In addition to his career, he...
Clinton Warren Baccus
Feb 4, 2025
Clinton Warren Baccus was born on November 26, 1934, to Retta and Willie Baccus in Haskell, Texas. At the age of 90, on Feb 4, 2025, he was called home to be with his Lord and Savior.
His childhood was a happy one. He made his own money as the Haskell newspaper boy as well as mowing lawns to support his...
Samuel Rowlett
Jan 31, 2025
Samuel Arthur Rowlett, a cherished member of the Mansfield community, passed away on January 31, 2025, at the age of 101. Born on July 13, 1923, in Childress, Texas, Samuel lived a life characterized by service, faith, and a joyful spirit.
For an impressive 70 years, Samuel served as the pastor at Central Baptist Church, where he touched countless lives with...
Linda Sue Vaughn
Jan 31, 2025
Linda Sue (Simon) Vaughn was born in Pasadena, Texas on November 12, 1950 to Melvin and Lucy Simon. She unexpectedly passed away in Mansfield, Texas on January 31, 2025.
After graduating from Mauriceville High School she began a career with Southwestern Bell Telephone Company and used her tenacity, keen memory, wonderful personality, lightning-fast typing skills, and ability to complete any task...
Bruce George
Jan 25, 2025
Bruce Edward George of Mansfield, Texas passed away on January 25, 2025 at Mansfield Texas at age 65. Bruce was born November 23, 1959 in Little Company of Mary Hospital Oak Lawn, Illinois the fourth and youngest child of Marilyn and William T, George, Sr..
His oldest brother, Willie, his sister Ginny and brother Matt enjoyed backyard ice hockey in the...
Connie Jean Ray
Jan 23, 2025
Connie Jean Ray, 88, of Alvarado, Texas, passed away on Thursday, January 23, 2025. Born on October 7, 1936, in Decatur, Texas, she was the daughter of Jack Conway Fowler and Jerienne McLeroy Fowler, both of whom predeceased her in addition to her husband, Bill Ray.
She is survived by her beloved husband, Steven Dyer, who will carry her memory and...
David Lee Cates
Jan 21, 2025
David Lee Cates, 77, of Mansfield, Texas passed away unexpectedly January 21, 2025. David was born in Collinsville, Illinois to JB Cates and Rose Cimiotta. He graduated from Collinsville High School in 1965. He entered the Army and served his country for 30 years, ending his military career as Garrison Command Sergeant Major at Fort Sill, Oklahoma.
David was proceeded in...
Warren Lee Howard
Jan 18, 2025
Warren Lee Howard, known to all by his nickname, Barry, Passed away on January 18, 2025 in Mansfield, Texas. He was born on July 7, 1941 in Los Angeles, California to Malvin Maxwell Howard and Blanche Lee Howard nee Simmons. After World War II, he and his family moved back to Texas where they lived in Brady for a few...
Stephen David Williams
Jan 16, 2025
Stephen David Williams, at the age of 80, of Mansfield, TX, ran into Heaven to meet his Savior on Thursday, January 16, 2025. He was born in Pasadena, CA on March 9, 1944. His faith was the cornerstone of his life after receiving Jesus as his Lord and Savior as a young man. Steve graduated from Verdugo Hills High School...
Harold Minor Bell
Jan 16, 2025
Harold M. Bell, affectionately known as "Papa," passed away on January 16, 2025, at the age of 84. Born on November 25, 1940, in Van Buren County, Iowa to Harold Clyde & Mildred Bell, Harold spent his last 40 years living in Mansfield, Texas, where he was a beloved figure in his community.
Harold was married to his devoted wife, Ellen...
Alvin McKinney
Jan 8, 2025
Alvin Lee McKinney, beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend, passed away on January 8, 2025, at the age of 75, surrounded by family at his home in Mansfield, Texas. Alvin knew Jesus Christ as his Lord and Savior and is now rejoicing in heaven. His faith was the cornerstone of his life.
Born on October 4, 1949, in Lubbock, Texas,...
Herman Royster
Jan 5, 2025
Herman Royster, a devoted family man and proud veteran of the United States Air Force, passed away on January 5, 2025, leaving behind a legacy of love, strength, and unwavering commitment to his country and family. Born on February 23, 1945, Herman filled his years with deep passions for life, faith, and the joys of western shows that brought him...
Lee Roy Ray
Jan 4, 2025
Lee Roy Ray, a beloved pillar of the Mansfield community, passed away peacefully on January 4, 2025, at the remarkable age of 97. Born on February 10, 1927, in Fairfield, Texas, Lee Roy lived a life rich with service, family, and faith.
His educational journey began at Fairfield High School, followed by earning a Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy from the...
Zoe Katia Olvera
Dec 28, 2024
Zoe Katia Olvera, born on December 13, 1977, in Reynosa, Mexico, passed away peacefully on December 28, 2024, in Mansfield, Texas. She was the cherished wife of Randy Olvera, with whom she celebrated over 29 years of marriage, having wed on December 12, 1995. Together, they cultivated a life filled with love and adventure, frequently traveling to enjoy the beauty...
Laurie Gillespie Baughman
Dec 27, 2024
Laurie Gillespie Baughman, 65, of Mansfield, Texas passed away on December 27th, 2024. She was born in Fort Worth, Texas on December 8th, 1959 to parents J.W. Davis & Barbara Allcorn Davis. Laurie graduated from Mansfield High School and was so proud to be a member of the graduating class of 1978. She was a devoted Christian and was a...
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