Obituaries

Jessie McAfee

Feb 6, 2025

Jessie McAfee, 94, passed away, peacefully, in his sleep, on February 6, 2025, in Celina, TX.

Jessie was a hard working, loving family man. He took the responsibility of taking care of his family very seriously. He always made sure everyone had what they needed, regardless of the cost. He kept everyone on the road safely by ensuring that...

Ella Elizabeth Turnbow

Feb 4, 2025

With heavy hearts and profound sadness, we announce the sudden passing of Ella Elizabeth (Kellum) Turnbow (64) of Ranger, TX, on February 4, 2025, after a hard-fought battle with an aggressive pancreatic cancer.

Ella was born on March 1,1960 to James "Jim" Kellum and Rosalie (Walker) Kellum in Roseburg, Oregon. She was a loving mother, wife, sister, daughter, friend and grandmother...

Paige Beeson

Feb 3, 2025

In loving memory of Paige Nichole Beeson, born on December 27, 1995, in Arlington, TX, who departed this world on February 3, 2025. Paige, a beloved daughter, mother, sister, and friend, brought joy and light to everyone she encountered. Growing up in Arlington, she cherished her time with family and friends, creating lasting memories that will forever hold a special...

Debbie L. (Williams) Renteria

Feb 2, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Debbie L. (Williams) Renteria, a beloved mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, who left this world on February 2, 2025, at the age of 68. Born on July 5, 1956, in Stanton, TX, to Kenneth Lee and Mary Katherine (Robertson) Williams, Debbie's life was a beautiful tapestry woven with kindness,...

Billy Moore

Jan 30, 2025

Billy Gene Moore, born July 2nd, 1965, in Farmers Branch, Texas, to William Alexander Moore and Donna Marie Beggs, passed away peacefully on January 30th, 2025, at the age of fifty-nine. His family takes comfort in knowing he has been reunited with his beloved wife Nedra and now rests in the loving embrace of his Lord and Savior.

A...

Setsuko Crowder

Jan 26, 2025

Eastland- Setsuko Minamoto Crowder left her home here on earth, and went to be with the Lord on January 26th, 2025. Setsuko was born September 21, 1937, in Okiorabu, Japan. She was the youngest of five children. Her parents were Sakimori and Haru Minamoto.

In 1957, while working as a nurse at Okuyana Hospital in Okinawa, Setsuko met...

Kenneth Chapman

Jan 26, 2025

Kenneth Lee Chapman, 69, passed away on January 26, 2025.

He was born on February 22, 1955 to Travis and Nancy Chapman. He grew up on a farm in Callahan County where he learned about raising crops and cattle and about how to "fix" things. Kenneth worked at Fink's Mobil in Cisco and then Perkin's Implement while in high school...

Ruby Boney

Jan 25, 2025

Ruby Fay Boney was promoted to her heavenly reward after a short battle with cancer. Ruby was born on February 6, 1944 in Arlington, TX to Lonnie and Ruby (Dunson) Tedford. Her journey through this life ended on January 25, 2025 just a few days short of her 81st birthday. She was married to Charles Boney in 1965.They celebrated 48...

Clyde Royer

Jan 21, 2025

Clyde Earl Royer, a beloved husband, father, and friend, passed away peacefully in Mineral Wells, TX, on January 21, 2025, at the age of 70. Born in Mineral Wells, TX on September 1, 1954 to William Royer and Dorothy (Smith) Royer, Clyde lived a life filled with hard work, joy, and love.

 

Clyde spent his career working tirelessly in the brick...

Gene Burns

Jan 18, 2025

Ernest Gene Burns, known lovingly to his family and friends as "Nunu," passed away peacefully on January 18, 2025, in Cisco, Texas. He was born on June 15, 1938, in Gorman, Texas, to William Marshall and Myrtle (Weaver) Burns. Gene grew up in Comanche County, a place that fostered his hardworking spirit and deep family values.

On June 17, 1959, Gene...

Robert Ashley

Jan 11, 2025

Robert Dennis Ashley Sr., a beloved husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather, uncle, friend, and dedicated servant to the Lord, was born on November 29, 1950, in Harris County, Texas. He peacefully departed this world on January 11, 2025, leaving behind a legacy of love and laughter that will be cherished by all who knew him.

He proudly served his country...

Jeannetta Lois West

Jan 9, 2025

Jeannetta Lois West went to be with her Lord and Savior on January 9, 2025 at the age of 96. She was born in Battle Cheek, Michigan on January 22, 1928 to Virgie and Charles Hollister. She married the love of her life Donald Merill West on January 5, 1946 in Battle Creek Michigan. 

She is preceded in death by her...

Nettie C. Wilson

Jan 6, 2025

Nettie Wilson passed away peacefully on January 6, 2025. She was born May 9, 1927 to Bertha and Charles Hood in Bellevue, TX. She spent most of her early years in Colorado and Texas. She graduated from Hereford High School and went on the Texas State College for Women (which is now TWU), earning a degree in Advertising. 

 Nettie married H.T....

Raymond Earl Hart

Jan 6, 2025

Raymond Earl Hart age 95 passed away January 6, 2025 in Brownwood, TX. He was born in Ranger, Texas September 22, 1929 to John Lindsey Hart and Linda Jewell Pilgrim Hart. He lived in the Alameda Community and attended the Alameda School and graduated from Ranger High School in 1951. He married in Eastland County January 26, 1950 to Vivian...

Fred Stallings

Jan 3, 2025

Freddie Jack "Fred" Stallings, a beloved husband, father, and Papaw, passed away peacefully on January 3, 2025, at the age of 82. He was born on October 7, 1942, in Dallas, TX, to Jack and Martha (Hutchison) Stallings. He proudly graduated as the Salutatorian of Strawn High School's class of 1960, laying the foundation for a life marked by hard...

Randi Howery

Jan 2, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Randi Christine Howery, 41, of Eastland, Texas, who departed this life on January 2, 2025. Born on October 14, 1983, Randi grew up in Cisco, Texas, where she created memories that would last a lifetime.

Randi is survived by her loving husband, Jason Shelton, and her cherished children: Khrisi Howery,...

Barbara Caraway

Dec 29, 2024

Barbara Lynn Caraway (77) a cherished mother, granny and friend, passed away peacefully in her home on December 29, 2024 surrounded by her family. Barbara was born on August 3, 1947 in Jefferson, TX.

She was a beautiful soul who was hardworking, strong and generous beyond belief. Her love language was cooking, no one went hungry in her...

Liz Medford

Dec 27, 2024

Carbon - It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Helen Elizabeth Medford, affectionately known as Liz, who peacefully left this world on December 27, 2024, at the age of 96. Born on June 1, 1928, in Ranger, Texas, Liz was the beloved daughter of Jasper and Sallie (Ashcraft) Rogers. She graduated from Ranger High School and...

Mary Jo Fox

Dec 26, 2024

Mary Jo Fox, 87, of Eastland, TX, passed away peacefully on December 26, 2024. Born on Valentine's Day, February 14, 1937, to Walter Cecil and Bertha Lorene Jesse, she brought sweetness, kindness, and a touch of silliness to everyone she met. She was the second of four siblings: Johnny Buford (JB), Mary Jo, Jimmy, and Margaret Rose, and their love...

Warren Cozby

Dec 25, 2024

Warren Reynolds Cozby Jr., passed away on December 25, 2024, in Denton, Texas, at the age of 73. Born on July 23, 1951, in Honolulu, Hawaii, Warren was the cherished son of Warren Reynolds Cozby, Sr. and Lilian (Ashcraft) Cozby. He spent his early years in the warm embrace of Hawaiian culture before moving to Texas, where he graduated from...