Obituaries

Vinita Ann Thomas

Vinita Ann Thomas

Sep 12, 2025

Vinita Ann Thomas, aged 90, of Kennedale, Texas, passed away peacefully at her home on September 12, 2025. She was born on May 25, 1935, in Vinson, Oklahoma, to Clyde and Daisy Freeman (Crowley).

Vinita spent her early years in Mangum, Oklahoma, before moving to Fort Worth, Texas, where she graduated from Paschal High School in 1952. Following her graduation, she...

Geraldine Ora Hilley

Geraldine Ora Hilley

Sep 10, 2025

Geraldine Ora Hilley, cherished mother and beloved sister, passed away on September 10, 2025, at the Town Hall Estates Nursing Home in Arlington, Texas. Born on January 31, 1924, in Cove, Arkansas, Geraldine was the daughter of Ora and Grover McDaniel, and she spent her formative years growing up in the vibrant landscapes of Arkansas and Oklahoma.

Geraldine's life was marked...

Robert Wayne Cason

Robert Wayne Cason

Sep 8, 2025

Our brother Bobby was called to join his father and true love on September 8th 2025.He is survived by his mother Linda, son Will, step daughter Cassidy, brothers Vic, Lenny, Bill Jr., Gary and sister Krystal.Bob loved spending time and supporting his many nieces and nephews Zachary, Ashley, Mitchell, Carly, Olivia, Adeliene, Corbin, Logan and Evelyn Cason. Jordan and Hayden...

Esteban Alonzo Garcia

Esteban Alonzo Garcia

Sep 5, 2025

Esteban Alonzo Garcia

December 28, 1960 - September 5, 2025

Esteban Alonzo Garcia, known as Steve, was born on December 28, 1960 in Waco, TX to Ben and Juanita Garcia. He loved his mother’s cooking and his outings at the lake fishing with his father. A true outdoorsman at heart he loved time on the water fishing, camping, and tending to his...

Emily Diane Wilson

Emily Diane Wilson

Sep 5, 2025

Emily Diane Wilson, known as Diane, was born on January 8, 1954, in Rusk, Texas, to Connie Virdell McClure and Nellie Dee Cornwell-Phifer McClure, who have preceded her in death. Diane's journey through life was marked by her unwavering kindness, deep love for her family, and a spirit that brought joy to everyone she encountered.

A proud graduate of Diboll High...

Mary Ann Bezdek

Mary Ann Bezdek

Sep 4, 2025

Mary Ann Bezdek, 89. Passed from this life on Thursday, September 4, 2025. She was born October 16, 1935, in West, Texas to Emil and Bertha Lichnovsky. Burial arrangements will be scheduled at a later date in Emerald Hills Memorial Park. 

John Marlin Ketron

John Marlin Ketron

Sep 3, 2025

John Marlin Ketron, born on May 20, 1948 in Dallas, Texas, passed away peacefully on September 3, 2025 in Mansfield, Texas. He was a dedicated professional who made significant contributions in his career as a manager at Ken's Auto Parts and as the owner of his own auto parts business. His love for cars was a defining aspect of his...

Barbara Jean Parkes

Barbara Jean Parkes

Aug 25, 2025

Barbara Jean Parkes, born Barbara Jean Farmer on September 1, 1941, in Toledo, Ohio, peacefully passed away on August 25, 2025, surrounded by the love of her family. The second oldest of eight children, Barbara grew up in a lively household with seven sisters and one brother, the cherished children of Richard and Florence Farmer.

Barbara’s early years were shaped by...

Ruth Ellen (Melton) Chennault

Ruth Ellen (Melton) Chennault

Aug 23, 2025

Ruth Ellen Chennault, affectionately known as "Gee," left this world on August 23, 2025, just one day shy of her 98th birthday. Her passing took place peacefully at home, surrounded by her loving grand(daughter) Brandi Merritt, great-granddaughter Megan, and a cherished friend Irene. Ruth lived a life full of grace, laughter, and strong familial bonds that will leave a lasting...

Floyd Douglas McCarty

Floyd Douglas McCarty

Aug 4, 2025

A Life Lived with Passion and FaithWe're here today to remember a man who was many things to many people: a son, a brother, a husband, a father, a grandfather, and a friend. Floyd McCarty, born on May 5, 1955, in Monroe, Louisiana, carried the spirit of his hometown with him throughout his life. It was there, as a young...

Norm L. Aper

Norm L. Aper

Jul 27, 2025

Norman Lee Aper, 86, passed away on July 27, 2025, in Arlington TX. He was born on July 6, 1939, in Hartsburg, Illinois to John E.S. Aper and Anna Luken Aper.

Norm grew up in the Hartsburg/Lincoln, Illinois area. He graduated from Hartsburg-Emden Community High School in Hartsburg, IL in 1956.

Norm enlisted in the United States Navy on September 13, 1956,...

Sabrina Kaye "Sky" Moulaud

Sabrina Kaye "Sky" Moulaud

Jul 17, 2025

Sabrina Kaye Moulaud, 70, passed away on July 17, 2025 at Arlington Memorial Hospital in Arlington, TX. She was born on November 30, 1954 in Dallas, TX to Willie Don Johnson, Sr. and Christine Blanton Pearson.

Sabrina grew up in Dallas, TX. She attended Madison High School (drill team), Lincoln High School (cheerleader), but graduated from Skyline High School in 1972....

Shelia K. McShane

Shelia K. McShane

Jul 14, 2025

Heaven help the angels, Shelia has arrived and is probably decorating to her liking already. Born on January 13, 1953, Shelia was a one-of-a-kind woman who lived life on her own terms and never apologized for it. She was strong-willed, deeply loving, and, let's be honest, just the tiniest bit stubborn. 

Shelia was the kind of person who could intimidate you...

Nancy Luella Newman

Nancy Luella Newman

Jul 12, 2025

On July 12, 2025, Nancy Newman left for her eternal home in Heaven. She was born in Fort Worth on October 7, 1953 to Bill and Ruth Hester and grew up in southeast Fort Worth, graduating from O.D. Wyatt High School in 1972. After working as a title abstractor for several different title companies in the 1980s, she pursued a...

Rex Edward Burson

Rex Edward Burson

Jul 11, 2025

Rex Edward Burson, age 83, passed away on July 11, 2025, at his sons home in Burleson, TX. He was born on Oct 18, 1941 in Enid, OK to Ray E Burson and Frances(Jones)Burson. Rex grew up in Wellington, KS. He graduated from Wellington HS in 1959. After high school, He worked various jobs before moving to Dallas, Texas. In 1965,...

James R. Smith

James R. Smith

Jul 11, 2025

James Randall Smith, 77, passed away on 11th of July 2025 at Riverside Oxford Memory Care in Forth Worth, TX. He was born on December 8th, 1947 in Forth Worth, TX to Gay and Marguerite (Rainey) Smith.

James grew up in Forth Worth, TX. He graduated from Technical High School in Fort Worth, TX in 1966. After high school he joined...

George J. Casablanca

George J. Casablanca

Jul 8, 2025

Georges Casablanca, lovingly known as George or Jorge, passed away peacefully on July 8, 2025, at the age of 92, surrounded by his beloved family in Arlington, Texas.

Born in Port-au-Prince, Haiti, on August 13, 1932, George experienced both hardship and resilience early in life, losing his mother at the age of three. He was raised by his uncle in Mayagüez,...

Jennifer Denise Corbin

Jennifer Denise Corbin

Jul 4, 2025

Jennifer Denise Corbin, 41, of Toledo, OH, passed away on July 4, 2025. Born on November 1, 1983, in Washington, D.C., Jennifer brought warmth, compassion, and a deep sense of purpose to everything she did.

A devoted home health care provider with Assured Health, Jennifer truly lived for her work. She specialized in caring for individuals with special needs, and her...

Vinita Ann Thomas

Vinita Ann Thomas

Sep 12, 2025

Vinita Ann Thomas, aged 90, of Kennedale, Texas, passed away peacefully at her home on September 12, 2025. She was born on May 25, 1935, in Vinson, Oklahoma, to Clyde and Daisy Freeman (Crowley).

Vinita spent her early years in Mangum, Oklahoma, before moving to Fort Worth, Texas, where she graduated from Paschal High School in 1952. Following her graduation, she...

Geraldine Ora Hilley

Geraldine Ora Hilley

Sep 10, 2025

Geraldine Ora Hilley, cherished mother and beloved sister, passed away on September 10, 2025, at the Town Hall Estates Nursing Home in Arlington, Texas. Born on January 31, 1924, in Cove, Arkansas, Geraldine was the daughter of Ora and Grover McDaniel, and she spent her formative years growing up in the vibrant landscapes of Arkansas and Oklahoma.

Geraldine's life was marked...

Robert Wayne Cason

Robert Wayne Cason

Sep 8, 2025

Our brother Bobby was called to join his father and true love on September 8th 2025.He is survived by his mother Linda, son Will, step daughter Cassidy, brothers Vic, Lenny, Bill Jr., Gary and sister Krystal.Bob loved spending time and supporting his many nieces and nephews Zachary, Ashley, Mitchell, Carly, Olivia, Adeliene, Corbin, Logan and Evelyn Cason. Jordan and Hayden...

Esteban Alonzo Garcia

Esteban Alonzo Garcia

Sep 5, 2025

Esteban Alonzo Garcia

December 28, 1960 - September 5, 2025

Esteban Alonzo Garcia, known as Steve, was born on December 28, 1960 in Waco, TX to Ben and Juanita Garcia. He loved his mother’s cooking and his outings at the lake fishing with his father. A true outdoorsman at heart he loved time on the water fishing, camping, and tending to his...

Emily Diane Wilson

Emily Diane Wilson

Sep 5, 2025

Emily Diane Wilson, known as Diane, was born on January 8, 1954, in Rusk, Texas, to Connie Virdell McClure and Nellie Dee Cornwell-Phifer McClure, who have preceded her in death. Diane's journey through life was marked by her unwavering kindness, deep love for her family, and a spirit that brought joy to everyone she encountered.

A proud graduate of Diboll High...

Mary Ann Bezdek

Mary Ann Bezdek

Sep 4, 2025

Mary Ann Bezdek, 89. Passed from this life on Thursday, September 4, 2025. She was born October 16, 1935, in West, Texas to Emil and Bertha Lichnovsky. Burial arrangements will be scheduled at a later date in Emerald Hills Memorial Park. 

John Marlin Ketron

John Marlin Ketron

Sep 3, 2025

John Marlin Ketron, born on May 20, 1948 in Dallas, Texas, passed away peacefully on September 3, 2025 in Mansfield, Texas. He was a dedicated professional who made significant contributions in his career as a manager at Ken's Auto Parts and as the owner of his own auto parts business. His love for cars was a defining aspect of his...

Barbara Jean Parkes

Barbara Jean Parkes

Aug 25, 2025

Barbara Jean Parkes, born Barbara Jean Farmer on September 1, 1941, in Toledo, Ohio, peacefully passed away on August 25, 2025, surrounded by the love of her family. The second oldest of eight children, Barbara grew up in a lively household with seven sisters and one brother, the cherished children of Richard and Florence Farmer.

Barbara’s early years were shaped by...

Ruth Ellen (Melton) Chennault

Ruth Ellen (Melton) Chennault

Aug 23, 2025

Ruth Ellen Chennault, affectionately known as "Gee," left this world on August 23, 2025, just one day shy of her 98th birthday. Her passing took place peacefully at home, surrounded by her loving grand(daughter) Brandi Merritt, great-granddaughter Megan, and a cherished friend Irene. Ruth lived a life full of grace, laughter, and strong familial bonds that will leave a lasting...

Floyd Douglas McCarty

Floyd Douglas McCarty

Aug 4, 2025

A Life Lived with Passion and FaithWe're here today to remember a man who was many things to many people: a son, a brother, a husband, a father, a grandfather, and a friend. Floyd McCarty, born on May 5, 1955, in Monroe, Louisiana, carried the spirit of his hometown with him throughout his life. It was there, as a young...

Norm L. Aper

Norm L. Aper

Jul 27, 2025

Norman Lee Aper, 86, passed away on July 27, 2025, in Arlington TX. He was born on July 6, 1939, in Hartsburg, Illinois to John E.S. Aper and Anna Luken Aper.

Norm grew up in the Hartsburg/Lincoln, Illinois area. He graduated from Hartsburg-Emden Community High School in Hartsburg, IL in 1956.

Norm enlisted in the United States Navy on September 13, 1956,...

Sabrina Kaye "Sky" Moulaud

Sabrina Kaye "Sky" Moulaud

Jul 17, 2025

Sabrina Kaye Moulaud, 70, passed away on July 17, 2025 at Arlington Memorial Hospital in Arlington, TX. She was born on November 30, 1954 in Dallas, TX to Willie Don Johnson, Sr. and Christine Blanton Pearson.

Sabrina grew up in Dallas, TX. She attended Madison High School (drill team), Lincoln High School (cheerleader), but graduated from Skyline High School in 1972....

Shelia K. McShane

Shelia K. McShane

Jul 14, 2025

Heaven help the angels, Shelia has arrived and is probably decorating to her liking already. Born on January 13, 1953, Shelia was a one-of-a-kind woman who lived life on her own terms and never apologized for it. She was strong-willed, deeply loving, and, let's be honest, just the tiniest bit stubborn. 

Shelia was the kind of person who could intimidate you...

Nancy Luella Newman

Nancy Luella Newman

Jul 12, 2025

On July 12, 2025, Nancy Newman left for her eternal home in Heaven. She was born in Fort Worth on October 7, 1953 to Bill and Ruth Hester and grew up in southeast Fort Worth, graduating from O.D. Wyatt High School in 1972. After working as a title abstractor for several different title companies in the 1980s, she pursued a...

Rex Edward Burson

Rex Edward Burson

Jul 11, 2025

Rex Edward Burson, age 83, passed away on July 11, 2025, at his sons home in Burleson, TX. He was born on Oct 18, 1941 in Enid, OK to Ray E Burson and Frances(Jones)Burson. Rex grew up in Wellington, KS. He graduated from Wellington HS in 1959. After high school, He worked various jobs before moving to Dallas, Texas. In 1965,...

James R. Smith

James R. Smith

Jul 11, 2025

James Randall Smith, 77, passed away on 11th of July 2025 at Riverside Oxford Memory Care in Forth Worth, TX. He was born on December 8th, 1947 in Forth Worth, TX to Gay and Marguerite (Rainey) Smith.

James grew up in Forth Worth, TX. He graduated from Technical High School in Fort Worth, TX in 1966. After high school he joined...

George J. Casablanca

George J. Casablanca

Jul 8, 2025

Georges Casablanca, lovingly known as George or Jorge, passed away peacefully on July 8, 2025, at the age of 92, surrounded by his beloved family in Arlington, Texas.

Born in Port-au-Prince, Haiti, on August 13, 1932, George experienced both hardship and resilience early in life, losing his mother at the age of three. He was raised by his uncle in Mayagüez,...

Jennifer Denise Corbin

Jennifer Denise Corbin

Jul 4, 2025

Jennifer Denise Corbin, 41, of Toledo, OH, passed away on July 4, 2025. Born on November 1, 1983, in Washington, D.C., Jennifer brought warmth, compassion, and a deep sense of purpose to everything she did.

A devoted home health care provider with Assured Health, Jennifer truly lived for her work. She specialized in caring for individuals with special needs, and her...