Obituaries

Feb 14, 2026

James Franklin Guffey, 60, passed away peacefully at his home in Grand Prairie, TX on February 14, 2026. He was born on September 21, 1965, in Ft. Worth, TX to Leon and June Pursley Guffey. He grew up in Arlington, TX and graduated from Sam Houston High School in 1984. Although raised in the city, James loved being outdoors every...

Feb 14, 2026

Antonino Lerma, a beacon of kindness and laughter, passed away on February 14, 2026, in Fort Worth, Texas. Born on February 8, 1992, in Fort Worth, he was cherished by many and leaves behind a legacy of warmth and humor that will forever be remembered.

Antonino was known for his welcoming personality, making everyone feel at ease in his presence. His...

Feb 10, 2026

I am sharing the obituary for Gladys D. Celey to honor her life and memory.

Gladys D. Celey (1937–2026)

Gladys D. Celey, 88, of Fort Worth, Texas, passed away peacefully on February 10, 2026. Born on March 23, 1937, in San Angelo, Texas, to Marvin and Annie Daniel, Gladys attended San Angelo High School. In June 1953, she married her high school...

Feb 2, 2026

Paul Gregory Joel, 69, brother of Skinny (Howard Lee Joel Jr.) & Timmy Ray Joel, passed away on 2, February 2026 at his home in Fort Worth, TX. He was born on November 21st, 1956, in Fort Worth, TX to Howard and Betty Pierce Joel.

Paul grew up in Fort Worth, TX. He graduated from O.D. Wyatt High School in 1975....

Jan 31, 2026

Frances Ann Green, 77, passed away on January 31, 2026, at Autumn Leaves Cityview in Fort Worth, Texas. She was born on February 26, 1948, in Vivian, Louisiana, to AJ and Delores Faubian Green.

Frances grew up in Fort Worth, Texas, and attended Poly Technical High School, where she completed her education in 1970. After high school, she dedicated 18 years...

Jan 30, 2026

Phillip Dwight Simons, aged 75, of Fort Worth, Texas, passed away on January 30, 2026, after a brave struggle with illness. Phillip was not only a cherished companion, but was also known for his steadfast love, protective nature, and being a life partner to those close to him.

Born on March 10, 1950, Phillip lived a life filled with passion and...

Jan 23, 2026

James Derek Brown, born on April 26, 1962, in Little Rock, Arkansas, passed away peacefully on January 23, 2026, in Fort Worth, Texas. He was 63 years old.

Derek had a fulfilling career as a sonographer, dedicating many years of service within the John Peter Smith Hospital system and various private practices. His colleagues and patients admired him for his caring...

Jan 20, 2026

Patricia Kay Adams, of Burleson, Texas passed away peacefully on January 20, 2026 at 88 years old.

Born in Decatur, Texas to Paul & Ethel Cantrell, on December 16, 1937. Patsy grew up in Mansfield & Kennedale, Texas. She enjoyed gardening and loved baseball, whether it be to play it, coach her daughters’ teams or simply watch her beloved Texas Rangers.

She...

Jan 17, 2026

Ligia B. Casablanca 

January 15, 1933 — January 17, 2026 Kennedale, Texas

Ligia B. Casablanca passed away peacefully on January 17, 2026, surrounded by the love of her family.

Born in the cozy town of Mayagüez, Puerto Rico, on January 15, 1933, Ligia often spoke fondly of her childhood—walking to the plaza, church, school, theater, and local stores. She was a mischievous girl...

Jan 12, 2026

Zola May Folmar, 91, passed away on January 12, 2026, at her daughters home in Arlington, Texas. She was born on November 30, 1934, in Kilgore, Texas to her parents, Rush and May Ward. Zola enjoyed her grandkids and watching John Wayne movies. She is survived by Darrell Folmar, Donna Sees, Angela Carter.

Jan 10, 2026

Mark Allen Rhodes, 62, passed away on January 10, 2026, in Mansfield, Texas. He was born on May 7, 1963, in Madison, Wisconsin to Milton “Dusty” and Joan Rhodes. In April 1994, he married his wife, Stacy, in Arlington, Texas. Together, they raised two wonderful children, Austin and Rachel.

He graduated from Baylor University in 1987 with a Bachelor of Arts...

Jan 9, 2026

Richard Nguyen, 37, of Fort Worth Texas passed away on January 9th, 2026. Born on November 1st, 1988, to parents Hung and Loan Nguyen, Richard was diagnosed with Autism at an early age and fell in love with music and crafting. Richard’s most favorite activity to do was spending hours making paper dolls. When he wasn’t perfecting his craft, he...

Jan 8, 2026

James Harold Taylor, 88, passed away on January 8, 2026 at a rehabilitation facility in Burleson, Texas. He was born on January 2,1938 in Flint, Michigan to James and Cora Taylor. Harold grew up in Arlington, Texas, and graduated from Arlington High School in 1956. After high school, he attended Arlington State College, and then he and his father started...

Jan 5, 2026

Frank Herrera, age 75, passed away peacefully on January 5, 2026, surrounded by love.

Frank was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and friend. He lived a life defined by kindness, faith, and quiet strength, always placing his family and his values at the center of his life. One of his last kind acts on earth was giving the gift of sight...

Jan 4, 2026

Billy Wayne Durant Jr., a beloved father, son, brother, and friend, passed away on January 4, 2026, in Fort Worth, Texas, at the age of 67. Born on August 31, 1958, in Fort Worth, Billy lived a life marked by resilience, deep love for his family, and a profound connection to nature.

In his professional life, Billy was a true "jack...

Jan 4, 2026

2025

Christopher Daniel Harmon, born on October 16, 1988, in Kennedale, Texas, passed away on December 28, 2025, in Kennesdale, Texas. He is deeply missed and forever loved by his family and friends.

Chris was a devoted husband to Candice Thomas, a partnership characterized by resilience and unwavering love. Together, they navigated the ups and downs of life, supporting one another through...

Dec 25, 2025

Helen Odessa Benthall, age 86, of Forest Hill, Texas, passed away on December 25, 2025. She was born in Canton, Texas, on January 31, 1939, to her parents, Ode Reeve and Lucille Almond Reeve, and lived a life grounded in family and creativity.

Helen Odessa married Vance Benthall in 1954, and they shared 63 years of marriage together. Vance preceded her...

Dec 24, 2025

Kristen L. Stephenson, lovingly known as "GG," left this world on December 24, 2025, in Fort Worth, Texas, at the age of 60. Born on October 23, 1965, in Auburn, New York, Kristen was raised in Arlington, Texas, where she developed the sweet soul that so many cherished. She radiated true love and compassion, always caring for others and providing...

Dec 24, 2025

Jennifer L. Bayer, age 53, of Fort Worth, Texas, formerly of Appleton, Wisconsin, passed away peacefully on Christmas Eve, December 24, 2025, following a hard-fought battle with Parkinson’s disease and Multiple System Atrophy (MSA), a rapidly progressive neurodegenerative illness. Known to her family as Jen and to many friends and caregivers as Jenny, she was surrounded by her beloved cat...