Remembering Who We’ve Lost
Obituaries
Gladys "Red" Newton
Celebration of Life
Gladys Newton
Date of Birth: October 29, 1968
Date of Death: January 24, 2024
Visitation:
Date: February 9,2024
Time: 12:00p.m.- 4:00p.m
Location: Grace Memorial Funeral and Cremation
Address: 4551 James Ave,Fort Worth,Tx,76115
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Life Story
Gladys Newton gained her wings on January 24, 2024, in Fort Worth, TX.
Romans 14:8
If we live, we live for the Lord; and if we die, we die for the Lord. So, whether we live or die, we belong to the Lord.
Please keep the family in your prayers.
Roland Green
Celebration of Life
Roland Green
Date of Birth: August 08, 1939
Date of Death: January 24, 2024
Service Details
Date: February 2 , 2024
Location: Grace Memorial FHAC
Address: 4551 James Ave, Fort Worth, TX
Visitation: 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Life Story
Roland Green gained his wings on January 24, 2024, in Fort Worth, TX.
Romans 14:8
If we live, we live for the Lord; and if we die, we die for the Lord. So, whether we live or die, we belong to the Lord.
Please keep the family in your prayers.
Hazel Williams
Celebration of Life
Hazel Williams
Date of Birth: July 02, 1938
Date of Death: January 20, 2024
Service Details
Date: January 26, 2024
Location: Grace Memorial FHAC
Address: 4551 James Ave, Fort Worth, TX
Visitation: 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Date: January 27, 2024
Funeral Service: 1:00pm
Location: New Light Baptist Church
Address: 3872 Waldorf Street, Fort Worth, Texas 76119
Life Story
Hazel Williams gained her wings on January 20, 2024, in Fort Worth, TX.
Psalm 73:26
My flesh and my heart may fail, but God is the strength of my heart and my portion forever.
Please keep the family in your prayers.
Sonia Antoinette Scott
Celebration of Life
Sonia Antoinette Scott
Date of Birth: August 12, 1977
Date of Death: January13, 2024
Visitation: 10:00 am - 11:00 am
Funeral Service: 11:00am
Date: January 27, 2024
Location: Victory Temple Worship Center
Address: 2001 Oakland Blvd, Fort Worth, Tx 76103
Life Story
Sonia Antoinette Scott. gained her wings on January 18, 2024, in Fort Worth, TX.
Psalm 73:26
My flesh and my heart may fail, but God is the strength of my heart and my portion forever.
Please keep the family in your prayers.
Lewis McClure Jr.
Celebration of Life
Lewis McClure Jr.
Date of Birth: May 18, 1958
Date of Death: January 18, 2024
Visitation: 10:00 am - 11:00 am
Funeral Service: 11:00am
Date: January 26, 2024
Location: Bible Way Baptist Church
Address: 5536 Carver Drive, Fort Worth, Texas 76107
Life Story
Lewis McClure Jr. gained his wings on January 18, 2024, in Fort Worth, TX.
Psalm 73:26
My flesh and my heart may fail, but God is the strength of my heart and my portion forever.
Please keep the family in your prayers.
Jerron L McAfee Jr.
Joe Elton Hubbard Sr.
Celebration of Life
Jerron L McAfee Jr.
Date of Birth: October 08, 1992
Date of Death: December 28, 2023
Visitation: 10:00 am - 11:00 am
Funeral Service: 11:00am
Date: January 13, 2024
Location: Greater Eleazer Baptist Church
Address: 5025 Sunshine Drive Fort Worth, Tx 76105
Life Story
Jerron L McAfee Jr. gained his wings on December 28, 2023, in Fort Worth, TX.
Romans 14:8
If we live, we live for the Lord; and if we die, we die for the Lord. So, whether we live or die, we belong to the Lord.
Please keep the family in your prayers.
Celebration of Life
Joe Elton Hubbard Sr.
Date of Birth: November 29, 1970
Date of Death: December 30, 2023
Life Story
Joe Elton Hubbard, Sr., age 53, of Fort Worth, passed away peacefully on December 30, 2023. He was born November 29, 1970 to Paul and Jo Ann Hubbard and lived most of his life in Weatherford and a Fort Worth. Survivors include his wife, Nicole Hubbard, son Joe Hubbard, Jr. and multiple step children; mother Jo Ann Hubbard, sister Misty Quiñones and lots of grand kids.
Service Details:
Celebration of life will be Saturday, January 6, 2024 at 8211 White Settlement Rd, White Settlement, Texas 76108.
Romans 14:8
If we live, we live for the Lord; and if we die, we die for the Lord. So, whether we live or die, we belong to the Lord.
Please keep the family in your prayers.
Susan Elaine Geist
Celebration of Life
Susan Elaine Geist
Date of Birth: October 06, 1957
Date of Death: December 28, 2023
Life Story
Susan Elaine Geist gained her wings on December 28, 2023, in Fort Worth, TX.
Psalm 73:26
My flesh and my heart may fail, but God is the strength of my heart and my portion forever.
Please keep the family in your prayers.
Jeffery Borden
Celebration of Life
Jeffery Borden
Date of Birth: May 14, 1960
Date of Death: December 21, 2023
Life Story
Jeffery Borden gained his wings on December 21, 2023, in Fort Worth, TX.
Romans 14:8
If we live, we live for the Lord; and if we die, we die for the Lord. So, whether we live or die, we belong to the Lord.
Please keep the family in your prayers.
Barbara Lee Pillers
Celebration of Life
Barbara Lee Pillers
Date of Birth: December 26, 1947
Date of Death: December 14, 2023
Life Story
Barbara Lee Pillers. gained her wings on December 14, 2023, in Fort Worth, TX.
Psalm 73:26
My flesh and my heart may fail, but God is the strength of my heart and my portion forever.
Please keep the family in your prayers.
Darnard Ashlock Sr.
Celebration of Life
Deceased Name: Darnard Ashlock Sr.
Sunrise: 11/11/1960
Sunset:12/21/2023
Date: January 2, 2024
Visitation: 10:00am-11:00am
Location: Harvey Ave Baptist
Address: 1257 East Harvey Avenue, Fort Worth,76104
Date: January 2 ,2024
Funeral: 11:00 am
Location: Harvey Ave Baptist
Address: 1257 East Harvey Avenue, Fort Worth,76104
Life Story
Darnard Ashlock Sr. gained his wings on December 21, 2023, in Fort Worth, TX.
Blessed are those who mourn; for they will be comforted. -Matthew 5:4
Please keep the family in your prayers.
Roger David Thomas III
Deceased Name: Roger David Thomas III
Sunrise: 11/28/1987
Sunset: 10/07/2023
Service date and time are pending.
Life Story
Roger David Thomas III gained his wings on October 07, 2023, in Fort Worth, TX.
Blessed are those who mourn; for they will be comforted. -Matthew 5:4
Please keep the family in your prayers.
Paris Monstrosity Chanell Holbert
Deceased Name: Paris Monstrosity Chanell Holbert
Sunrise: 03/18/1994
Sunset: 09/16/2023
Date: October 2, 2023
Visitation time: 10:00am- 11:00am
Funeral Service time:11:00am
Location: Harvey Ave Baptist Church
Address: 1257 East Harvey Avenue, Fort Worth, Texas,76104
Life Story
Paris Monstrosity Chanell Holbert gained her wings on September 16, 2023, in Fort Worth, TX.
Please keep the family in your prayers.
Vanessa Drennan
Deceased Name: Vanessa Drennan
Sunset: Sept 15, 2023
Life Story
Vanessa Drenna gained her wings on September 15, 2023, in Fort Worth, TX.
Memorial Service:
Date: September 24, 2023
Time: 2:00P.M
Location: Grace Memorial Funeral and Cremation
Address: 4551 James Ave, Fort Worth, Texas, 76115
Please keep the family in your prayers.
Roberto Lujan
Deceased Name: Roberto Lujan
Sunrise: 11/26/41
Sunset:09/17/2023
Private Resting Place.
Please keep the family in your prayers.
Shamonda Renee Canady
Deceased Name: Shamonda Renee Canady
Sunrise: 09/05/81
Sunset:09/15/2023
Date: September 30, 2023
Visitation: 10:00am-11:00am
Location: Harvey Ave Baptist
Address: 1257 East Harvey Avenue, Fort Worth,76104
Date: September 30,2023
Funeral: 11:00 am
Location: Harvey Ave Baptist
Address: 1257 East Harvey Avenue, Fort Worth,76104
Burial to follow at Azleland Cemetery.
Please keep the family in your prayers.
Maurice Roy Harbert
SUNRISE: March 15, 1936
SUNSET: September 11, 2023
Date: September 23, 2023
Time: Visitation: 10:00 am- 11am
Service Time: 11:00am
Location: Grace Memorial Funeral and Cremation
Address: 4551 James Ave, Fort Worth, Texas 76115
Life Story
MAURICE WAS BORN TO ELBERT AND ELNORA HARBERT IN WACO, TEXAS, ON MARCH 15, 1936. HE WAS THE THIRD OF FOUR CHILDREN BORN TO THE UNION; MAURICE HAD A HAPPY CHILDHOOD, DID WELL IN SCHOOL, AND PLAYED SECOND BASE FOR HIS BASEBALL TEAM. HE GRADUATED FROM MOORE HIGH SCHOOL IN WACO AND ENLISTED IN THE U.S. AIR FORCE. AFTER BOOT CAMP AND TECH SCHOOL, HE WAS ASSIGNED TO THE MANHATTEN BEACH BASE IN NEW YORK. WHILE THERE, HE RECEIVED ORDERS TO REPORT TO A BASE IN ENGLAND; HE ALSO SERVED A TOUR OF DUTY IN GREENLAND. MAURICE RETURNED TO THE U.S., WHERE HE WAS ASSIGNED TO SEVERAL BASES BEFORE HE WAS HORNORABLE DISCHARED FROM THE MILITARY. MAURICE MOVED TO DALLAS, WHERE HE ENROLLED AT BISHOP COLLEGE. HE MAJORED IN GOVERNMENT AND MINORED IN HISTORY. MAURICE BEGAN HIS CAREER WITH THE TEXAS EMPLOYMENT COMMISSION, NOW KNOWN AS THE TEXAS WORKFORCE COMMISSION, IN 1968 AND WORKED AS AN EMPLOYMENT SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE WHEN HE WAS OFFERED A POSITION AS THE EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OFFICER FOR THE FORT WORTH DISTRICT LATER REGION. MAURICE WORKED IN MANY CAPACITIES DURING HIS CAREER, INCLUDING WIN OFFICE MANAGER, TEC’S CETA COORDINATOR TO THE FORT WORTH CONSORTIUM, THE UNEMPLOYMENT CLAIMS SUPERVISOR, AND HE RETIRED AS THE SENIOR SUPERVISOR IN FORT WORTH TOWNVIEW OFFICE. MAURICE IS PRECEDED IN DEATH BY HIS PARENTS, ELBERT AND ELNORA HARBERT, SISTER ADELE HALIBURTON, AND BROTHERS ELJULIUS HARBERT AND ROBERT BURL HARBERT. Love of his life, Peggy J Server.
MAURICE IS SURVIVED BY HIS SON’S GREGORY SERVER, MICHAEL BIGELOW, AND DAUGHTER, TIFFANY HALL(LONNIE). HIS GRANDCHILDREN COURTNEY SERVER, LONNIE HALL JR., RONNIE HALL, FAITH HALL, AND MANY FAMILIES AND FRIENDS.
Final Resting Place: DFW National Cemetery
Earl Ellis
DOB: March 25, 1943
DOD: August 31, 2023
Visitation: 9:00am-11:00am
Funeral Service: 11:00am
Date: September 11, 2023
Location: Pilgram Rest Missionary Baptist Church
Address: 958 E Baltimore Ave, Fort Worth, Texas, 76104
Please keep the family in your prayers.
Life Story
Earl Leon Ellis
On March 25, 1943, in Paris, Texas Clem and Hattie Mae welcomed their fourth-born child, the first boy into their lives. They named him Earl Leon. He was raised in Lamar County and attended Lamar County public schools. After moving to Fort Worth, he attended Fort Worth Independent School District.
He accepted Christ at an early age in Lamar County, TX. He joined Pilgrim Rest Missionary Baptist Church in Fort Worth, TX under the leadership of Pastor R.E. Francis.
Earl met Beverly Joyce Thomas Ellis and remained together for 45 years.
Earl was once employed by the City of Fort Worth Water Department and later went into business for himself repairing and hauling pallets.
Earl was an avid Cowboys football fan and loved to play dominoes. Earl never met a stranger. He loved talking to people.
Late Thursday evening, August 31, 2023, Earl answered the Master’s call and peacefully transitioned from time to eternity. He was preceded in death by her father, Mr. Clem Ellis, mother, Mrs. Hattie Mae Turner Ellis Garland and his sisters, Brenda J. Ellis Taylor and Wanda Ellis Williams, brothers Charles and James Ellis, and stepson, Adrian Thomas.
He leaves to cherish his memories: his wife Beverly Joyce Ellis; stepdaughters, Regina Burns (Glen) and Sherri Childress (Theron) and daughter Kimberly Thomas (Nolan) and granddaughter Londyn Jones. He also leaves to cherish his memories Sisters: Sarah Ellis Bee, Delois Ellis Spencer, Laura Ellis Ringer, Glenda Garland Mitchell of Dallas, TX, Ruby Garland Overton (Robert) and Mary Jo Garland (Greg) of Dallas, TX.
Brothers: Robert Garland of Paris, TX, and Arvin Ellis; eleven (11) grandchildren, three (3) great-grandchildren and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, family, and friends.
Final Resting Place: Laurel Land Cemetery
Derreal Lawayne Jackson
DOB: 05/15/2023
DOD:08/02/2023
Visitation: 2:00PM - 4:00PM
Location: Grace Memorial Funeral and Cremation
Address: 4551 James Ave, Fort Worth, Tx 76115
Wake: 6:00PM
Location: Harvey Ave Baptist
Address: 1257 East Harvey Avenue, Fort Worth,76104
Funeral: 11:00 am
Location: Harvey Ave Baptist
Address: 1257 East Harvey Avenue, Fort Worth,76104
Cemetery
Location: Laurel Land Cemetery
Address: 7100 Crowley Road, Fort Worth, Tx 76134
Please keep the family in your prayers.
Life Story
Derreal Lawayne Jackson was born May 15, 1992, to Monica Young and Kwesi Young. He was born in Fort Worth, Texas, and raised in the community of Everman, and graduated from the Northwest High School class of 2010.
He was a devoted son, brother, cousin and lastly grandson. He loved to care for others in his family and community. He was fondly known as a superhero to many friends and family.
Derreal was a wonderful friend with a pure soul, that was loved by many at the time of his passing.
He is forever in the hearts of his parents, Monica Young and Kwesi Young; brother, Courtney Miles; grandparents, Edward Jackson, Bobbie Jackson; aunts, Tonina Bates (Vernon);, Kimberly Jackson; cousins, Keiuna Sharp, Montrez Bellfield, Dae’Cyon Bellfield, Ja’Von Brown Sr, Kennisha Jackson, Jasmine Scott, Michiellia Hearsley.
Final Resting Place: Laurel Land Cemetery
Marcus Mcdade
Deceased Name: Marcus Mcdade
DOB: March 29, 1984
Dod: June 2, 2023
Visitation: Grace Memorial Funeral and cremation
Address: 4551. James Ave, Fort Worth, TX
Time: 12pm-4pm
Wake: Community 1st Worship Center
Address: 510 N Race St, Fort Worth, Tx 76140
Time: 6pm-7pm
Funeral Service: Great Mt. Mariah Baptist Church
Address: 510 N Race St. Fort Worth, Tx 76140
Time:12 noon
Cemetery to follow
Cemetery: Cedar Hill Memorial Park Cemetery
Address: 8301 Mansfield Hwy, Arlington,Tx 76001
Please keep the family in your prayers.
Life Story
Marcus McDade’s Life Story
On March 29, 1984 God allowed a handsome thick bouncing baby boy to be born to Mrs. Carol McDade Williams and the late Anthony Wayne McDade who they name MARCUS MONTRELL MCDADE. Marcus was a us citizen and spent his entire life in the city of Fort Worth. While growing up Marcus attended M.M Walton elementary school. He then went on to attend Morningside middle school where he started too play sports. A few years later he attended the almighty Polytechnic High School. From his freshman year until he graduated. Marcus was a phenomenal successful Football player as the quarterback for the Poly Parrots. After graduation Marcus began his work life balance. Marcus started working for Parkview care center as a dietary aide. He became a cook who would cook for anyone. ( AND BOY HE CAN COOK)! While enjoying working and having fun in life Marcus decided to add three lovely children to his life, Marcus Jr, Montell and Cyniah who brought so much joy to his heart. Also a bonus child Amyhia Robinson who he called his own. He also began to be a security guard for the imperial security company along with being a security bouncer for several night clubs. Shortly after being with the security company, Marcus decided to show how much fun playing sports could be. He decided to become a head coach for the one and only DFW WILDCATS little league football team were they won several games and championships. shortly after Marcus went on to be a helping hand in working for the Mills Care Center until his passing. He leaves to cherish… A loving mother Carol Williams (Minister Gregory Williams) one Daughter Cy’niah McDade and a bonus child Amyhia Robinson; two sons Marcus McDade Jr and Montrell McDade;six Sister, LaTerron Blackman (Jason) LaToya Smith, LaTasha Taulton (Duante) Lois Tyson, Lakeisha Burnes (Donnell) Camesha Byrd (Billy) Sottana Austin (Malik); four brothers Jarvis Nichols, Charles Humphrey (LaTasha) Norvell St. Romain (Sam) Anthony Tyson, and George Garrett; one god sister Samilla Campbell; eight aunties; eight uncles and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and Friends.
Final Resting Place: Skyve Cemetery
Everett Lanier Parker
Deceased Name: Everett Lanier Parker
Sunrise: June 9, 1956
Sunset: May 26, 2023
Life Story
Everett Lanier Parker was born on June 09, 1956, in Fort Worth to her parents Samuel Parkerand Itaska Parker.
Everett Paker gained her wings on May 26, 2023 in Fort Worth,TX.
Resting place is private.
Please keep the family in your prayers.
Peggy Jean Server
Deceased Name: Peggy Jean Server
Sunrise: December 31, 1946
Sunset: July 4, 2023
Visitation
Date: July 21, 2023
Time: 2:00pm-4:00pm
Location: Grace Memorial Funeral Home and Cremation
Address: 4551 James Ave, Fort Worth, Tx 76115
Wake
Date: July 21, 2023
Time: 6:00pm -7:00pm
Location: Higher Praise Family Church
Address: 2909 Horton Rd, Forest Hill, TX 76119
Celebration of Life
Date: July 22, 2023
Time:11:00 am
Location: Higher Praise Family Church
Address: 2909 Horton Rd, Forest Hill, TX 76119
Please keep the family in your prayers.
Life Story
On a beautiful Tuesday, on March 16, 1976, God blessed the lovely parents Marie and Michael Walker with a healthy baby girl, that they would name Shani Nyota Walker. Shani was born at Carswell AFB in Ft Worth, (Where Everything’s Bigger in Texas).
“LIFE STORY”
Peggy Jean Server was born December 31st, 1946, to Fred Douglas Server and Mable Marie Brown Server. She was born in Fort Worth, Texas, and raised in the community of Lake Como, where she excelled in school and graduated from the Como High School Class of 1965.
She attended Texas Woman's University, graduating in 1973 with her bachelor’s degree in social work. In her career, she worked at the Texas Department of Human Services and at the local Women's Shelter. She later went to work for Educare until her retirement as a Direct Care Giver.
She was a devoted mother to her three children and loved to care for others in her community. She was fondly known as a second mom to many friends and family.
Peggy was a member of the Higher Praise family church at the time of her passing.
She is survived by her children, Sheldon Michael Bigelow, Tiffany Michelle Server-Hall (Lonnie), and Gregory Tyrone Server.
Grandchildren: Courtney Tiaondra Server, Lonnie Dee Hall Jr., Ronnie Dee Hall, and Faith Marie Hall.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Fred and Mabel Server, and her siblings, Fredie Ray Server, Joyce England, Ronald Server, and William (Bill) Server.
She is survived by her siblings: Betty Warren and Patricia
Server-Baker, and a host of nieces and nephews that loved her dearly.
Final Resting Place: Como Cemetery
Shani Walker
Deceased Name: Shani Nyota Walker
Dob: March 16, 1976
DoD: May 4, 2023
Visitation
Date: May 26, 2023
Time: 4:00pm-6:00pm
Location: Grace Memorial Funeral Home and Cremation
Address: 4551 James Ave, Fort Worth, Tx 76115
Funeral Service
Date: May 27, 2023
Time: 11:00 am
Location: Harvey Ave Baptist Church
Address: 1257 East Harvey Ave, Fort Worth, Tx
Gracious host: Pastor Jack M. Teeler
Please keep the family in your prayers.
Life Story
On a beautiful Tuesday, on March 16, 1976, God blessed the lovely parents Marie and Michael Walker with a healthy baby girl, that they would name Shani Nyota Walker. Shani was born at Carswell AFB in Ft Worth, (Where Everything’s Bigger in Texas).
“LIFE STORY”
At an early age she migrated to Miami, Florida to begin her journey. Shani would attend Holy Redeemer Catholic School for her Primary schooling and would later attend Miami Northwestern (Home of the “MIGHTY BULLS”) for her Secondary schooling. It was in the Sunshine state of Florida, where her bigger-than-life personality propelled her into liking to sing and dance and would later be a comfort to her sweet soul. With a passion to help others Shani’s life would take her to a variety of places from as far as Miami to Washington, D.C before making North Carolina her final home here on earth. If anyone really knew Shani, (even on Facebook) they would know that she was fond of the color blue because of its symbolic meaning of freedom, inspiration and royalty. With a passion to help others Shani's life would take her to a variety of places from Miami, Washington D.C, even New Orleans where she was a Hurricane Katrina survivor before making North Carolina her home where she came to live with her Father and stepmother.
FINAL CHAPTER
She leaves to cherish her loving memories: Loving parents. Mother; Marie Walker, Father; Michael Walker (Cristie); children one daughter, Sapphire Burns; two sons, Kenneth White and Akhil Walker; Step-sisters,Deicses Hinton,Dekacia Hinton, Kelycia Hinton-Forrest; stepbrother, Demario Hinton; sisters, Wennica Hodges (Brandon), Makala Dennis; Bonita Kendrick, April Walker. Brothers: Rubin Levingston, Michael Dennis, Jr. Aunts: Annie Haynes, Bonita Ivory and Naidra Walker; nieces, Jhene Hill, Samaya Lassiter, and Arion McGraw; nephews, Rubin Jr., Royce, and Kairo Levingston, Michael Dennis III, Jhaire Hill, Akeem Asberry, La Devin McGraw, Keoni McGraw, and a host of cousins, extended family and friends.
In the way of righteousness is life, and in its pathway, there is no death.
Proverbs 12:28 NKJV
Final Resting Place: Skyve Cemetery
Larry Ketchum
Date of Birth: April 21, 1946
Date of death: April 27, 2023
Funeral Service
Date: May 12,2023
Time: 11:00am
Location: Harvey Ave Baptist Church
Address: 1257 East Harvey, Fort Worth, Tx 76104
Pastor: Pastor Jack M. Teeler
Internment: DFW National cemetery
Time: 02:00pm
Address: 2000 Mountain Creek Pkwy, Dallas, Tx, 75211
Please keep the family in your prayers.
Life Story
Larry Ketchum was born on April 21, 1946, to Betty Ketchum and Luther Ketchum, he was the only child. He attended Birdville ISD in 1965. He then enlisted in the Navy where he worked on aircraft while out at sea. He was honorably discharged in 1967. Larry was a fearless man, a great father and grandfather.
He painted the top of the radio towers but was also employed at Mckinnley iron works and Martin and Martin Drilling.
Larry proceeded in death with his parents Betty Ketchum and Luther Ketchum and his Aunt Marie Gable.
Larry leaves behind his memories with his wife, Arlene Ketchum; three sons, Wayne Ronnie, and Charlie Ketchum; one daughter Deann Wallick; grandchildren, Jasmine Wallick (Kenard), Marlena Wallick (Hiram), Zackery Wallick; first cousin, Rusty Gable and many great-grandchildren and a host of family and friends.
Final Resting Place: DFW National Cemetery
Kathleen Burns
Date of Birth: September 22, 1957
Date of death: April 21, 2023
Visitation
April 20, 2023
Time: 12:00pm-5:00pm
Grace Memorial Funeral and Cremation
4551 James Ave, Fort Worth, Texas 76115
Time 12-4:30pm
Special tribute: 2pm
Date May 6, 2023
Please keep the family in your prayers.
Life Story
Kathleen Burns was born September 22,1957 and gained her wings on April 21,2023, Kathy was born in Fort Worth TX, attended, and graduated from Casselberry High School, then went on to enroll in the Air Force where she met and married Jeff Edwards and started her family. She has lived all over the world and accomplished many things. Her two greatest achievements in life were her service in the military and her family! Kathy is survived by her two daughters Jessica Geske and Rebecca Edwards, her four grandchildren : Destiny and Delilah Cassell , Lee Travino and Sumiko Edwards and great grandson Jason Hummel. She left this world peacefully in her sleep and will forever be in our hearts.
Final Resting Place DFW National Cemetery.
Please keep the family in your prayers.
Gabrielle Renee Perry
Date of Birth: September 11, 1959
Date of death: April 11, 2023
Life Story
Gabrielle Renee Perry was born on September 11, 1959, in Pettsburg, Kansas to her parents Jacob Dyer and Glenda Dyer.
Gabrielle Perry gained her wings on April 11, 2023 in Fort Worth,TX.
Resting place is private.
Please keep the family in your prayers.
Wilma Woodard
Date of Birth: March 7, 1951
Date of death: April 9, 2023
Visitation
April 20, 2023
Time: 12:00pm-5:00pm
Grace Memorial Funeral and Cremation
4551 James Ave, Fort Worth, Texas 76115
Funeral Service
Service Date: 04/21/2023
Service Time: 11:00 AM
Location: Greater Love Chapel Church Of God in Christ
Address 1149 E Rosedale St, Fort Worth, TX, 76104
Please keep the family in your prayers.
Life Story
Wilma Faye Woodard was born on March 7, 1951, in Fort Worth, Texas to her parents Marcus Carpenter and Ruby Hartin.
Wilma Woodard was known to be one of the most loving, kindhearted, selfless, caretaker, wife, friend and most definitely the world’s greatest mother you would ever meet. She was truly heaven-sent.
Wilma started working at an early age as a housekeeper supervisor until she retired in 2011. Wilma had a personal relationship with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ; she attended church at Greater Love Missionary Baptist Church where she served as an usher and a faithful member until she was to sick to continue ushering.
She is reunited with her parents, Marcus Carpenter and Ruby Hartin; grandmother, Barbara Lloyd, Allen, Jacqulyn, Charles Hartin and son, Varlee Hartin.
She will continue to be in the hearts of her husband, Donnie Hunter; daughter Jeanette Hartin; son Bobby Webb; three sisters Card, Lena Hartin, Gayle Pinchback; grandchildren Dontrel Young, Deaundre, Deauntae, Denali, Braden Hartin, Donterria Young, Bresha Webb, Liyah Webb, Destinee Webb, Brooklynn Hard and Khadliyah; great-grandchildern Kashton Hartin and Khaleya Moore and daughter in law Megan Hartin and host of nieces, nephews and cousins.
Sanderia Gail Russell
Deceased Name: Sanderia Gail Russell
Date of Birth: July 12, 1953
Date of death: 04/07/2023
Visitation
April 21, 2023
Time: 12:00pm-4:00pm
Grace Memorial Funeral and Cremation
4551 James Ave, Fort Worth, Texas 76115
Family Hour
April 21, 2023
Time: 6:00-7:00 pm
Location: Harvey Ave Baptist Church
Address 1257 E Harvey Ave, Fort Worth, TX 76104
Funeral Service
Service Date: 04/22/2023
Service Time: 11:00 AM
Location: Harvey Ave Baptist Church
Address 1257 E Harvey Ave, Fort Worth, TX 76104
Please keep the family in your prayers.
Tommy Washington
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Deceased Name: Tommy Wade Washington
Date of Birth: February 16, 1976
Date of Death: March 22, 2023
Location: Grace Memorial Funeral and Cremation
Time: 12 noon
Crystalle Hawkins
Sunrise: December 12, 1969
Sunset: February 12, 2023
February 17,2023 at 10:00am
Harvey Avenue Baptist Church
1257 E Harvey Ave, Fort Worth, TX 76104.
Pastor: Jack M Teeler
All flowers can be delivered between 10am-1pm Thursday February 17, 2023.
Robert Cole Blackshear Jr
Sunrise: December 21, 1988
Sunset: February 01, 2023
Service Details:
Public Viewing
Location: Grace Memorial Funeral and Cremation
Address: 4551 James Ave, Fort Worth, Tx,76115
Time: 3PM-4PM
Date: February 10,2023
Funeral Service Details:
Location: Harvey Ave Baptist Church
Address: 1257 E Harvey Ave, Fort Worth, TX 76104.
Date: February 11,2022
Time: 11AM-12:30PM
**Flowers can be delivered to Location: Grace Memorial Funeral and Cremation
Address: 4551 James Ave, Fort Worth, Tx,76115 on February 10, 2023, between 11-4pm.**
Ricky Darrell Love
Sunrise: August 23, 1963
Sunset: January 25, 2023
Service Details:
Febuary 10,2022 at 11:00am
Harvey Avenue Baptist Church
1257 E Harvey Ave, Fort Worth, TX 76104
Charles Maddox Sr.
Sunrise: October 2, 1945 - Sunset: December 16, 2022
Service Details:
Date: February 10,2022 at 11:00am
Location: Harvey Avenue Baptist Church
Address:1257 E Harvey Ave, Fort Worth, TX 76104.
Kenneth Murry
Sunrise: June 21,1958 - Sunset: December 5, 2022
Service Details:
DFW National Cemetery
December 23,2022 at 2. p.m
Neil Francis Geist
April 21, 1952 - December 6, 2022
Kathy Akins-Blow
January 12, 1990 - November 30, 2022
Saturday, December 17, 2022
at 11:00 am
Harvey Avenue Baptist Church
1257 E. Harvey Ave. Fort Worth, Texas 76104
Pastor: Jack Teeler
Cortney Guy
January 12, 1990 - November 30, 2022
Saturday, December 10, 2022
at 10:00 am
Harvey Avenue Baptist Church
1257 E. Harvey Ave. Fort Worth, Texas 76104
Pastor Brandon Walker- Eulogist
Katina Starr
January 08, 1974 - November 27, 2022
Saturday, December 10, 2022
at 2:00 pm
Harvey Avenue Baptist Church
1257 E. Harvey Ave. Fort Worth, Texas 76104
Pastor Jack M. Teeler Gracious Host
Pastor Brandon Walker- Eulogist
Jessica LeShaun Parker
July 16, 1985 - October 25, 2022
PENDING
Roberta Terry Ray
Wake: Marsalis Avenue Baptist Church
2723 S Marsalis Avenue, Dallas, Texas 75216
Monday, October 17, 2022
6:00 P.M. - 7:00 P.M.
Funeral: Marsalis Avenue Baptist Church
2723 S Marsalis Avenue, Dallas, Texas 75216
Tuesday, October 18, 2022
11:00 A.M.
Interment: Laurel Land Memorial Park- Dallas, TX
Baby Jett Thomas Titus
October 9, 2022- October 9, 2022
E'Moni Li'Nae Lemons
April 12, 2021 - October 5, 2022
Wake: Grace Memorial Funeral and Cremation
4551 James Ave, Fort Worth , TX 76115
Tuesday, October 11, 2022
6:00 P.M. - 7:00 P.M.
Graveside: Laurel Land Memorial Park
7100 Crowley Rd, Fort Worth, TX 76134
Wednesday, October 12, 2022
10:00 A.M.
Interment: Laurel Land Memorial Park
Elizabeth Sawin-Burky
October 24, 1942- September 25, 2022
Visitation: Grace Memorial Funeral and Cremation
Monday, October 3, 2022
12 noon - 5 P.M.
Wake: West Mount Moriah Baptist Church
5325 Bonnell Ave, Fort Worth, TX 76107
Monday, October 3, 2022
6:00 P.M. - 7:00 P.M.
Funeral: West Mount Moriah Baptist Church
5325 Bonnell Ave, Fort Worth, TX 76107
Tuesday, October 4, 2022
11:00 A.M.
Interment: Cedar Hill Memorial Park
Deliyah Alaya Williams
July 3, 2022- September 24, 2022
Visitation: Grace Memorial Funeral and Cremation
4551 James Ave, Ft Worth TX 76115
12 Noon-5PM Friday, September 29, 2022
Wake: Grace Memorial Funeral and Cremation
6PM-7PM Friday, September 29, 2022
Funeral: Harvey Avenue Baptist Church
1257 Harvey Avenue, Ft Worth, TX
10 AM Saturday, September 30, 2022
William Gregory Server III
December 17, 1953 - September 9, 2022
Life began for William (Bill) Gregory Server III on December 17, 1953 to Fred and Mabel Zachary Brown Server of Fort Worth, Texas. He graduated from Western Hills High School in 1972 and attended Prairie View A&M University for a short time before joining the United States Army. In the Army, Bill was stationed in Germany and served as a Helicopter Mechanic until he was honorably discharged. Bill then pursued a career with the United States Post Office until he retired.
He was very active in his community with charitable acts of kindness and in the lives of his nieces, nephews, great nieces and great nephews. He was an avid fan of sports, particularly fond of the Houston Astros.
He was called back to his Heavenly Father on September 9th, 2022.
He will be greatly missed by his family and friends and will treasure the memories of his funny stories and happy nature.
Proceeding him in death were his parents Fred and Mabel Server, his oldest brother Freddie Server,his sister and brother-in-law Joyce and Charles England, his brother Ronald Server and his great nieces Tanesha Warren and Ashley Warren.
Bill is remembered and will be missed by Beryle Server(wife), William Server Jr (Danielle), Nia Fisher, Calvin Tippens. His sisters; Betty Warren (Sam), Peggy Server (Maurice), and Patricia Baker.
His nieces Sonya Warren- Williams (David), Melanie England (Mchael), Misty England-Harris (Daryl) and Tiffany Hall (Lonnie). His nephews Rodney Warren (Anyoulyn) , Kenny Warren (Wanda) Steven England, Karlin England, Micahel Bigelow, and Gregory Server. His great nieces , nephews, cousins and friends.
In lieu of flowers we have set up a scholarship fund for the Criminal Justice Department. Please forward all monetary donations to PVAMU.
Donations for The Ronald D. Server Endowed Scholarship may be sent to PVAMU Office of Development, P.O. Box 393, Prairie View, Texas 77443 or online at: https://giving.pvamu.edu. Please specify the name of the scholarship in the “other” line. For Questions please contact: 936-261-1550
Visitation: Grace Memorial Funeral and Cremation
4551 James Ave, Ft Worth TX 76115
12 Noon-5PM Friday, September 16, 2022
Wake: Grace Memorial Funeral and Cremation
6PM-7PM Friday, September 16, 2022
Funeral: Greater Rising Star Missionary Baptist Church
5513 Como Drive, Ft Worth, TX 76197
10 AM Saturday, September 17, 2022
March 13, 1980 - August 10,2022
Glen Demond Primus was born March 13, 1980 in Fort Worth, Texas to the proud parents of Paula Primus and Glenn Braziel.
Glen was also known as “Mon Money Mon”. Glen was baptized at an early age at Camp Missionary Baptist Church. He attended Everman High School where he played football in a linebacker position.
He was employed at Southwestern Bell shortly after high school. Glen also worked for Better Tomorrow Starting Today Janitorial Services. In his past time, Glen could be found watching the Lakers game as he was a Kobe Bryant fan. He could also be found lost in the world of music, or cheering on the Dallas Cowboys.
On August 10,2022, Glen Demond Primus heard the call of the Master bidding him to come home from labor to reward. And with that, Glen took wings of the morning and flew with anticipation to see those who preceded him in death. His father, Glenn Braziel; great grandmothers, Pauline Ingram and Jewel Lewis; grand mother, Evelyn Primus; grand fathers, N.T. Mosley and Lennard Alford; aunts, Jacqeline Hammond Primus and Debra Primus; uncles, R.L. Primus and Johnnie Mosley
He leaves to cherish his loving are his mother, Paula Primus; step father, Elvin Murphy; son, Jamorien Primus; grand mother; Evelyn Alford; brothers, Lamont Primus (Courtney) and Timothy Primus; sisters, Tamisha Primus and Tasia Freeman; eight aunts, seven uncles, eleven nieces, nine nephews and a host of relatives and friends
September 11, 1950 - August 06, 2022
March 30, 2006 - August 06, 2022
December 26, 1959 - August 7, 2022
Kevin Leanthus Jackson took leave for his eternal rest on Sunday, August 7, 2022 at the Medical City Arlington Hospital in Arlington, Texas. He was the second child born to the late Leanthus Jackson and Esther Rowena Graves Jackson (both deceased).
He was a native Austinite and attended William B. Travis and John H. Reagan High Schools. He graduated with honors from Reagan High School as a National Merit Finalist. He attended the University of Texas at Austin as a four year Academic Achievement Scholar then transferred to Prairie View A & M University (Prairie View, Texas) where he graduated Cum Laude with a Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering and Mathematics. He later earned a Master of Project Management Certificate from George Washington University - School of Business (Washington, DC).
Upon completing his undergraduate studies, he began a 22 – year career with IBM Corporation where he used his engineering skills in a variety of positions (Project Manager - PMP, Technical Project Manager/IT Architect, Advisory Release Manager/Project Leader, Advisory Solutions Manager, Staff Planner, Senior Associate Planner, and Systems Engineer). After his retirement from IBM, he worked as service availability manager for ARCTECH for five years before his health began to fail. His professional memberships and honors included: Tau Beta Phi National Engineering Honor Society and the Eta Kappa Nu International Engineering Honor Society, National Deans List, and Who’s Who Among American College Students, and numerous honors while working for IBM. He enjoyed watching the Dallas Cowboys (his favorite football team) and NASCAR races, traveling, hunting and fishing, and the company of good friends.
Kevin grew up having a strong relationship with the Lord. His church affiliations in Austin, Texas included: Grant Chapel AME Church, Ebenezer Baptist Church, and Mt. Zion Baptist Church. While living in Austin, he volunteered his time and talents to the Kairos Prison and Walk to Emmaus Ministries and the Scottish Rites Temple. He later joined Greater Eleazar Baptist Church in Fort Worth, Texas.
He leaves to mourn his loss: son Philip T. Jackson and daughter Miranda Jannell Badger Jackson, sister Dy Buckles family; niece, Lisa Hardin, cousins: Pastor Lawrence Barrett, Reverend. Frenanda James and family, Jermaine Davis and family, god son, Adam C. Early and family, god daughter, Donna Edwards special friends: Rev. Myron A. Jones, Mr. Willie H. Johnson, Mrs. Adrian Temple Rector, Mrs. Brenda P. Musgrove, Ms. Arlene L. Youngblood, and a host of relatives and friends from the Austin, Fort Worth, Palestine, and Grand Prairie areas.
Gifts in memory may be made to the American Cancer Society, American Heart Association, Mansfield Methodist Hospital (Stroke Center) – Mansfield, Texas, and Scottish Rites Temple- Austin, Texas.
May 1, 1972 - July 27, 2022
June 4, 1965 - July 19, 2022
January 9, 1971 - July 17, 2022
January 9, 1971, at 22 years of age Ray joined the United States Military Army. During his tour of duty, he received the Vietnam Service Medal W/2 Bronze Service Stars, National Defense Service Medal, Vietnam Campaign Medal; Army Commendation Medal and was an Expert Rifle shooter.
After serving his country Ray worked as a carpenter and during his downtime, he loved playing softball, watching the Philidelphia Eagles play football, playing dominoes under the shade tree in Alvarado and Italy.
On July 17, 2022, in Burleson, Texas Ray was called home on the Wings of Angels. He was preceded in death by two grandsons Sedrick Franklin and Calvin Parks. Three sisters LaRuth Hooks, Laura B. Walker and Margaret Walker. Four brothers Louie B. Walker Jr., Arthur L. Walker, Milton L. Walker, and Geroge O. Walker.
He leaves to mourn two daughters Patricia Parks of Everman, Texas and Loretta Parks of Forest Hill, Texas. One grandson Stephen Robinson and one great-grandson Ace Robinson of Forest Hill, Texas. One sister Geneva Walker and three brothers, Larry Walker, Bobby Walker and Wayne (Stacey) Walker all of Italy, Texas. A host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
October 13, 1959 - July 14, 2022
On October 13, 1959, Clarence Evans and Catherine Malone-Evans were blessed to add a healthy and happy bouncing baby boy to their lives and they graced him with the name James. James would become a blessing to whoever came in contact with him and was destined to do great things in life. He received his formal education, as well as completion from Kaufman County.
Later in life, James felt a calling on his life to help those in need as well as serve his country so he joined the National Guard and served with honor. We also served as a member of Pilgrim Rest Baptist Church of Dallas
On July 14, 2022, James heard the call of the Master bidding him to come home from labor to reward.
Preceded in death by his grandparents, two brothers Donald and Ronald, two sisters Aubrey and Beverly.
Survived by Pastor C.E. Evans, Catherine Drake, siblings: brother- Clifford, sisters- Tijuana, Sonja (Mark), Jackie (Greg), Lisa (Ken); brothers- Anthony (Patricia), Harold. Favorite niece- Tameshia, two sons - Shawn Pace and Billy Ray Woodford. Hosts of nieces, nephews and cousins.
November 14, 1944 - July 9, 2022
August 29, 1929 - July 10, 2022
Stonewall Carter was born August 29, 1929 in Kosse, Texas to Stonewall Carter, Sr. and Henrietta Bailey Carter. His father was a farmer and his mother was a housewife. Along with his siblings, young Stonewall Carter moved with their parents to Fort Worth, TX where he grew up in the FWISD system. He attended James E. Guinn Elementary School, graduated Historic I.M. Terrell HS (1947), graduated Prairie View followed by 2 years in the US Army. A Korean War vet, upon return attended North Texas where he earned a Masters Degree in Engineering. Stonewall ’s career included teaching high school in Denton, TX and teaching numerous subjects including band in other ISDs. He worked at LTV as an engineer. As a businessman, Stonewall Carter was owner, operator of two cleaners and a boutique. Stonewall married the love of his life Helen Ruth Scott Carter Dec. 22, 1959 and on August 6, 1962 were blessed with their precious daughter D ’Arcy Carter. A family man, Carter ’s existence was all about providing for his family as well as his father, mother and siblings too. Mr. Carter served God and over his 92 years he attended Love Chapel (Rev. E. Battles), Greater Antioch Baptist Church (Rev. Charles B. Kelly) and First Saint John Cathedral (Bishop Spears) at both Berry St. and Watauga locations which is his home church. He also attended House of Prayer (Pastor David McKinney). A wonderfully delightful dancer, skater and lover of jazz, blues and all music, Stonewall will be missed by his many friends who loved the times they spent with him enjoying his varied pastimes. At 92 years of age, only a short time before his 93rd birthday, on Sunday July 10, 2022, Stonewall went home to be with his Lord. He was proceeded in death by beloved wife Helen Ruth Scott Carter; his parents Stonewall and Henrietta Carter and his sister Pearlie Mae Carter Daniels. Surviving Stonewall is his (heart of hearts) most beloved daughter D ’Arcy Carter - Howard (Bobby Crawford); God -daughter Carolyn Lee -Lang (Donald R. Lang); granddaughter Saniya Levine, brother Velvin “Buck” Carter (Billie Joe); nephew Terry Carter; sister Eva Jean Carter Hayward; niece Everlene Hayward; nephew Dwight Hayward; nephews Jesse James Daniels, Roy Lee Daniels (Jackie), Joseph Daniels (Dana) , Velvin Eugene Daniels, Ronnie McCoy Daniels, and Amos Daniels (Lisa); nieces Cedar Marie Jackson ( O.J.); Patricia Laverne “Patsy” Herron. There is also a host of grand nieces and nephews, cousins, etc. who morn and will miss him along with many church family members and other family and friends.
January 1, 1935 - July 11, 2022
June 24, 1990 -
June 22, 2022
On June 24, 1990 in the city of Fort Worth, Texas, Tracy Lashun Smith and Derick Edwards presented to the world their beautiful baby girl, Porsha Lashun Smith. As she made her debut arrival, she blessed everyone with her smile, laughter, presence and love. Porsha Received her education in California, and later in life became a dietary cook and a Senior living facility.
Porsha was blessed to have added seven wonderful blessing to her life, Kaliyah, Kehlani, Korde, Quanita, Keimonie, Ka’Myah and Jaquan. Porsha loved her children with everything within her. Not only her children but all of her family and friends.
On June 22, 2022, Porsha answered to the will of God and transcended for this side to eternal life. She is proceeded by her mother; Tracy Smith and her father; Derick Edward, cousin; Deion Crosby and grandmother; Marilyn Bastiste.
Those left to cherish Porsha’s loving memories are her beautiful children, Kaliyah Smith, Korde McCutcheon, Kerimonie Wallace, Kehlani Smith, Quanita Jackson, Ka’Myah Armstrong and Jaquan Jackson; her two sisters, TaKeisha Smith and Breanna Williams; aunt, Iris Smith; great aunt, Frankie Smith; cousins, Precious Crosby, Eric Smith and Marques Smith; a and a host of friends, family and loved ones.
July 17, 1933 - June 20, 2022
November 11, 1987 - June 19, 2022
Wendell Moffett Jr., The first and only SON of Wendell and Jan Moffett was born November 11, 1987, in Fort Worth, Texas
He attended and later graduated from Diamond Hill Jarvis High School. He received the Lord Jesus Christ as his Savior at an early age under the leadership of Dr. W.L.D. Campbell, at the West Mount Moriah Baptist Church.
Wendell worked for Radio Shack Corporation for many years, and then AWL Insurance Company
In his past time, he enjoyed watching Judge Judy, hanging out with his family and friends, and driving for Lyft/Uber.
He leaves behind his parents, Wendell and Jan Moffett, three sisters, Tameka, Wenika, and Tina Moffett; God- nieces, Daliyah and Amari Davis; Special friend, Treinika Hardeman; a host of aunts, (special Aunt Cecelia Gonzalez), uncles, cousins, friends, and church family.
June 15, 1960 - June 6, 2022
June 8, 2006 - May 5, 2022
Tony Darrel Sebron, Jr was born on June 8, 2006 to the parentage of Ranayja Janell Prince Brisco and Tony Darrell Sebron Sr.
Tony attended Forest Hill schools in his early years and later entered Everman High School in Ft. Worth, Texas where he was a ninth grade student.
He loved playing basketball, lifting weights, video gaming, and also loved going to school. He was a good child and always kept a smile on his face when anyone would talk with him.
Tony entered eternal rest with the Lord on May 5, 2022 joining his sister, Mya Sebron.
Tony leaves to celebrate his many memories: mother, Ranayja Janell Prince Brisco (Darius); father, Tony Darrell Sebron Sr. (Julia); siblings, Cameron Prince, Denario Prince, Zyankeryion Sebron, Taylor Sebron, Toniyah Sebron, Shakerria Sebron, & Willie M. Sebron; grandmothers, Debra Prince & Rosie Sebron; grandfather; Robert Darnell; great-grandmother, Barbara Prince; uncle, Joshua Prince and a host of aunts, uncles, cousins, extended family and friends.
October 13, 1952 - April 23, 2022
Sammie, the middle child of five brothers and two sisters, was born to the parentage of Earnest and Byrether Lardge Taylor on October 13, 1952 in Homer, Louisiana. At an early age Sammie along with his family relocated to Houston, Texas where he was educated in the Fidelity and Galena Park Independent School Districts. He was an outstanding basketball player in high school and received a full scholarship in basketball to attend Paul Quinn College. Sammie was a member of St. Matthew Baptist Church where he accepted Christ at an early age and was baptized by the late Pastor Cecil M. Davis Sr. of St. Matthew Baptist Church. Sammie joined the Army and upon returning met Marilyn Houston the love of his life and her two sons. They were later married and he raised and loved the boys as his own. Sammie and Marilyn adored one another unendingly throughout their 37 years of marriage until her death in 2018. Sammie coached and taught biology in the Fort Worth ISD for 36 years before retiring in 2013. Sammie was a very kind, caring and loving person. The good deeds he did for everyone will live in our hearts forever. Sammie was proceeded in death by his wife Marilyn T.
October 21, 1933 - March 11, 2022
Mrs. Marjorie Shepherd, 88, of Magnolia, Arkansas was born, October 21, 1933, to the late Henry Hamilton, Sr., and the late Birdie Mae McDonald-Hamilton. She gave her life to Christ at an early age and eventually united with Unity Missionary Baptist Church of Lewisville, Arkansas where she served as an usher, choir member with the Mission Board and you could always find her in the kitchen. She later moved to Magnolia and became a member of Bethlehem Missionary Baptist Church where she continued to serve until her health failed and she could no longer attend.
Mrs. Shepherd devoted her life to the service of others as she served many years at the Lafayette County Memorial Hospital as a dietician which carried on into her family life where she would often cook and make meal recommendations to ensure the health and well-being or all her family members and others. She was as well employed by K-Mart and did multiple other jobs. When she wasn’t working, she never let her hands stay idle and was active with Green Bay Chapter Number 227 Order of Eastern Star, Lewisville, Arkansas.
Her school aged years were spent in the Lewisville Schools, she graduated from Foster High School and went on to attend College at Philander-Smith College in Little Rock Arkansas.
In August of 1977, she married Rev. Ruel (R.L.) Shepherd and served the Minister’s Wives association, even years after his death, teaching and mentoring young preachers’ and pastors’ wives the value of being a Proverbs 31, Woman of Virtue.
Ms. Shepherd was preceded in death by her mother and father, Ms. Birdie Mae McDonald-Hamilton and Mr. Henry Hamilton, Sr., her husband Rev. Reuel (R.L.) Shepherd and all nine of her brothers. Henry Hamilton, Jr., Luther Hamilton, J.B. Hamilton, Cifers Hamilton, Fred Hamilton, Alvis Hamilton, Roscoe Hamilton, M.C. Hamilton, Herman Lee Hamilton and three sisters in law, Helen Johnson-Hamilton, Betty Hamilton, and Linda Hamilton. Two children, Charles and Sonny Shepherd as well as a God daughter, K. Hayes (Brother Hayes) of Magnolia, Arkansas.
She is survived by and leaves to share her memories of life, three sons, Ruel Shepherd of Conway, Arkansas, Robert Hamilton and his wife Denise of Forney and Carl Anderson of Allen, Texas. Two daughters, Sharon Moore of Magnolia, Arkansas and Dorothy Blevins of Arkadelphia, Arkansas, a host of grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.
April 14, 1990 - March 5, 2022
Demetria LaShaun Brown was born to Donovan Brown and LaBreeda Moss on April 14, 1990 in Dallas, Texas. She attended the Dallas Independent School District graduating from Kimball High School. She was known for being a member of the Wrestling and Track Teams.
On Saturday, the fifth day of March 2022, Demetria LaShun Brown peacefully transitioned from time into eternity at a local hospital.
She leaves to cherish her memory; her children, Govin Anthony Gonzalez, Ricardo Gonzalez, III. and Lillianna Gonzalez; mother, LaBreeda Lowe; father, Donovan Brown; brothers, Donovan Moss, Steven Watkins and Dondzae Brown; sister, Sharon Evette; grandmother, RoSorta Moss-Terry and a host of cousins and other relatives and friends.
May 1, 2000 - February 9, 2022
Ke ’Vion DeWayne Lenear, 21, of Fort Worth, TX tragically lost his life on February 9, 2022. He leaves a huge hole in the hearts of his family and friends who knew that they could always come to him for a listening ear, laugh, motivation, and his all -time favorite “Master Plan”.
Ke ’Vion (“Kee” to some) was born on May 1, 2000 to Sharrie Lenear and Derrick Cox (“Dee”) in Fort Worth, Texas. He was a member of Highly Favored Foundation (HFF), volunteered in the community, and initiated the 5K -Key Walk during his high school years at Sam Houston High School in Arlington, Texas. Ke 'Vion's lifelong dream was to become an entrepreneur and travel the World. A sure conversation starter for “Kee” was his newfound interest with Investing in Stocks and Trades. If there was one thing Ke ’Vion was, that was determined... No matter what the challenge or request, he gave his all to ensure he exceeded all expectations whether for himself or others. In the well quoted words of “Kee” during any difficult situation he, his loved ones, or friends faced: “We gon' be Alright”!!!
He was beloved by everyone who ever met him. He was a fantastic grandson, son, brother, nephew, cousin, and a great friend to all walks of life. No matter the circumstance, you'd always leave with a story of something funny/bazaar that Ke ’Vion did or said while you were with him. Ke ’Vion is now at peace, joining his father Derrick Cox; Grandparents Monique Ramirez, Joseph Rollins; Great -grandparents Fred Sr.& Roberta Ramirez, Bobby Rollins, Bobby Lenear, and Aunt Chauntay Ramirez. - That is one fun party re -united!
Those left to cherish his memory: Mother, Sharrie Cox; Sister ’s, Sonata Gary, D ’Erica Cox, La ’Niya Perkins; Brother, LaDerion Cox; Grandparents; Lorretta Rollins, Sharon Jones(Homer); Great Grandmother Gracie Lenear; Special Grandmother, Juaquetta "Cissy" Lee; Aunts, Vonnetta Adams,Kristi Rollins, LaMonica Hill (Donald), LaTanya Parker, Renetra Rollins, Nicole Myles, Ashante’ Rollins, Yolanda Ramirez, Qiana Rushing(Jeremy), and Angela Ward; Uncles, Carlos Ramirez, Demetrius Chase Sr.(Tynika), Joshua Rollins and Eddie Hughes
January 17, 1931 - February 7, 2022
Marlene Helen Powell was the youngest child and daughter of ten children born to the parents of Pearly and Eva Powell on January 17, 1931 in Gladewater, Texas.
She was preceded in death by her parents, two sisters (Lillie, Lillian) and seven brothers (Julius, Paul, George, Theo, Norvis, Joseph, Harvey). She acknowledged her faith in God at an early age and joined the St James Baptist Church in Gladewater. Marlene grew up on her family’s farm in Red Rock’s cozy wooded neighborhood. As a child, Marlene went to school in the Gladewater ISD and graduated from Weldon High School. She spoke of fun memorable celebrations and parties at the high school’s homecoming reunion football games. Weldon High School had a powerhouse football team where some players excelled into NFL football teams. The football team was in many championship playoff games.
Marlene loved her family dearly and enjoyed celebrating life for any occasion to share her love, laughter and joy with them. She loved shopping, playing cards and domino games with her family. She enjoyed all nieces and nephews.
A wonderful joy entered her life when her only son, Walter Herman was born. Marlene relocated to Dallas, Texas where she started her career as a worker in the dry cleaning business and worked there for many years until retirement. She continued to strengthen her faith with God and served faithfully at her church in Dallas. She met the love of her life, Cartwright, until his demise over ten years ago. She loved her son, Walter dearly and shared an inseparable bond until his demise two years ago. She was very heartbroken with her son’s passing. Through her strong faith and belief in Christ, she continued her prayers of healing for the loss of her loved ones.
On February 7, 2022, God ordered HIS angels to embrace their wings around Marlene to bring her home, letting her know that her earthly mission was finished. She leaves to celebrate her victory to devoted and loving nieces, Norice Powell Epperson of Arlington; Shelia Powell Printers of Garland; Glenda Lewis of Cedar Hill; Edith Powell Richardson of Gary Indiana; devoted cousin, Vince Green of Cedar Hill; long-time friend, Ann Lewis of Dallas and a host of loving cousins, nieces, nephews, and friends.
November 28, 1962 - January 20, 2022
Steven Randall Martin transitioned from time into eternity on January 20, 2022 at a local hospital. He was a longtime Mechanic Shop Owner at B & M Auto Specialist in Haltom City, Texas.
He will be laid to rest next to his parents in his hometown of Aynor, South Carolina in the Pleasant Union Cemetery later.
August 14, 1947 - January 8, 2022
Carolyn, the second daughter of the late Frank F. Stephens and Arlethia Tennessee Sweeney Stephens was born on August 14, 1947 in Midland, Texas.
She attended Booker T. Washington Elementary School and Carver Jr./Sr. High School in Midland, Texas before moving to Hubbard, Texas where she attended and graduated from Phillis Wheatley High School.
Carolyn accepted Christ at an early age and was an active member of Greater St. Luke A.M.E. Church in Midland. She was also a member of St. Paul A.M.E. Church in Hubbard, St. Stephens A.M.E. Church in Fort Worth, Forest Hill Community Bible Church in Forest Hill and Christian Lighthouse Church in Hubbard.
She met Thurman Schultz at a carnival in Hubbard in 1964 and they were joined in Holy Matrimony on July 9, 1965. To this union two children, Thurman Schultz, Jr. and Wendy Schultz.
On January 8, 2022, Carolyn heard the master say "Well Done" and she moved from this earthly house into her Heavenly Mansion.
Those left to cherish her memory: husband of 56 years, Thurman Schultz, Sr.; son, Thurman Lee Schultz, Jr. (Erica); daughter, Wendy Dawson (Hulen, Jr.); siblings, Sandra Wallace (Tommy), Ronald Harmon, Delbert Harmon, Dianne
Harmon and Madelene Harmon; hrandchildren, Brittani Schultz, Rosalynn Avila (Juan), Derrienne Pettiford (Walter), Hulen Dawson, III. and Gabrielle Dawson and great grandchildren, Benjamin Pettiford and Gianna Avila (unborn) and a host of cousins, nephews, nieces and friends who were dear to her.
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