Obituaries

Mar 13, 2025

Alan Eric Sparkman, known affectionately as "Sparx" by his bandmates, passed away on March 13, 2025, at the age of 66. Born on February 9, 1959, in Tyler, Texas, Alan grew up in Winnsboro, Texas, where he developed a passion for music and a strong work ethic.

Alan attended Tyler Junior College and East Texas...

Mar 13, 2025

Galen Darnell Rushing, known to many as Darnell and Poppa, passed away on March 13, 2025, at the age of 54. He was born on April 3, 1970, in Mt. Vernon, Texas, to Harmon Galen Rushing and Hazel Fay Durbin. He grew up in Winnsboro, where he graduated from Winnsboro High School in the Class of 1989.

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Mar 12, 2025

Charlotte Beth Green

September 9,1945 – March 12, 2025

Those of us still here feel blessed to have known and shared life with Charlotte Beth (Osbourn) Green, who touched our souls in so many ways. Charlotte passed away at the age of 79 in Mineola, Texas. Although Charlotte has fulfilled her purpose on...

Mar 11, 2025

Freddie Joe Simonek, 74, of Mineola, Texas, passed away peacefully on March 11, 2025. He was born on April 14, 1950, in Mineola, Texas, to Edward and Mary (Fleischmann) Simonek. Freddie grew up in Mineola, where he developed a deep connection to family, faith, and the outdoors.

Freddie married the love of his life, Peggy Sutton, on...

Mar 11, 2025

Roy Kennith Wetzel, 92, of Winnsboro, Texas, received his heavenly reward on March 11, 2025. He was born on August 24, 1932, in the small community of Ogburn outside of Winnsboro to Manuel and Fannie Mae Suiter Wetzel.

Kennith attended Winnsboro High School, where he excelled in athletics, playing multiple sports for the Woodchucks. After high school,...

Mar 10, 2025

George James Pierce

January 25, 1940 – March 10, 2025

George James Pierce, 85, of Gainesville, Texas, passed away on March 10, 2025. He was born on January 25, 1940, in Denton, Texas, to Fred Valentine Pierce and Cena Harper Monday.

George grew up in Gainesville and proudly served...

Mar 10, 2025

Sandra Lynn Hitt, a beloved mother, grandmother, great grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away peacefully on March 10, 2025, at age 79, after a lengthy illness. Born on July 30, 1945, in Dallas, Texas to the late Garson McBride Mosely and Mary Louise (Raymond) Mosely, Sandra has been a resident of Tyler, Texas since 1970.

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Mar 9, 2025

Jimi Wright Lindley, 45, of Winnsboro, Texas, passed away on March 9, 2025. He was born on April 3, 1979, in Big Spring to Lamberto Lindley and Cheryl Ragsdale Lindley.

Jimi was a proud graduate of the University of North Texas, where he earned a double major in History and English. He pursued a career...

Mar 8, 2025

Jean Louise (Swanson) Pfaff passed away peacefully at her residence in Mineola, Texas on March 8, 2025, just 5 days shy of her 93rd birthday. Born in Superior, Wisconsin, Jean moved to Texas as a young wife and devoted her time to raising her children, running the family business and maintaining ties with her many friends. She was raised...

Mar 8, 2025

Juana Guzman Garcia, de 101 años, residente de Mineola, Texas, falleció pacíficamente el 8 de marzo de 2025. Nacida el 12 de agosto de 1923 en Santa Rosa Alameda Juárez, México, Juana fue la amada hija de los fallecidos Eugenio Guzman y Marciana Garcia.

Devota miembro de la Iglesia Católica San Pedro Apóstol en Mineola,...

Mar 8, 2025

Cari Ann Kidd, age 62, passed away on March 8, 2025. She was born on July 19, 1962, in Tucumcari, New Mexico, to Hubert Kidd and Nancy Coleman Kidd. Cari graduated from high school in Muleshoe, Texas. For many years, she worked as a volunteer at a nursing home, where she was known for her helpfulness and ever-present smile....

Mar 7, 2025

Anne Maria Jaskula, 71, passed away peacefully at her home on March 7, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. Born on July 18, 1953, to Fred D. and Martha F. Stroop, Anne was known for her warm heart, love of conversation, and unwavering dedication to those around her.

Anne found joy in life's simple pleasures,...

Mar 4, 2025

Florene "Penny" Barrett

February 9, 1940 – March 4, 2025

Florene "Penny" Barrett, age 85, passed away peacefully on March 4, 2025. Penny was born on February 9, 1940, in Dallas, Texas, to Johnnie Riley Monday and Crady St. John.

Penny spent her career working as a cashier at...

Mar 4, 2025

In Loving Memory of Wayne Roberts

Wayne Roberts passed away peacefully in his home on March 4, 2025, at the age of 75, surrounded by his loving family.

Born on October 15, 1949, in Grand Saline, Texas, to Artis and Lillie Mae (Williams) Roberts, Wayne’s life was nothing short of adventurous....

Mar 3, 2025

F. O. “Butch” Hankins born to Ovis Efton Hankins and Florence Coleen Sprague Hankins on

January 14, 1943 passed away on Monday, March 3, 2025 at the age of 82 years old. He

worked in dairy farming, self-employed in many occupations and previously worked for A.K.

Gillis. Butch enjoyed playing dominoes and spending...

Mar 3, 2025

Kelley Sue Herrera was born December 10, 1959 to Olen and Eloise Powell of Mineola, Texas and gained her wings on March 3, 2025. After graduating from Mineola High School, she worked as a cashier at the local Brookshire and Walmart until she suffered an injury. Kelley married her husband Benjamin Herrera on February 12, 1991, they shared a...

Mar 1, 2025

Nelda LaRue McAdoo Bradley

November 11, 1931 – March 1, 2025

Nelda Bradley, beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully on March 1, 2025, at the age of 93. Born on November 11, 1931, in Winnsboro, Texas, Nelda spent her life deeply rooted in the community she cherished.

Nelda...

Feb 26, 2025

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Linda Joyce Hayes, who left us peacefully at home on February 26, 2025, at the age of 73.

Linda was born on June 18, 1951, in Bloomington, Illinois, to Raymond Feicke Hays and Mary Evelyn Marshall. She was a loving mother, grandmother, sister, and friend to...

Feb 24, 2025

Michael Richard Powell - November 22, 1948 - February 24, 2025

Mike was born in Dallas, Texas on November 22, 1948.

He served in the US Navy on the USS Boston with the rank of GMM2. He was

awarded the Republic of Vietnam Campaign Medal for his service during the Vietnam

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Feb 23, 2025

Tommy Carrol Brown, 77, of Winnsboro, Texas, passed away on February 23, 2025. He was born on March 9, 1947, in Sulphur Springs, Texas, to Elmer Ottis Brown and Bobbie Nell Attaway Brown.

Tommy grew up in Pickton, Texas, and graduated from Winnsboro High School. He furthered his education at Kilgore College. He proudly served...