Obituaries

Mar 29, 2024

Gail grew up in Winnsboro graduating from Winnsboro High School in 1955. During high school, she played the trombone in the Red Raider band. She also enjoyed the limelight of being a trick baton twirler and performing with flaming batons at football games.

Professionally, Gail was a diligent worker, providing for her family through various...

Mar 22, 2024

“Mimi Jo” Tammy Jo, beloved mother and grandmother passed away on March 22, 2024, at the age of 65. Born on April 8, 1958, in Mineola, Texas, she was the cherished daughter of the late Adrian and Dorothy Murphy Wheeler.

Tammy dedicated her life to caring for others, working as a healthcare provider with compassion...

Mar 21, 2024

Mrs. Mildred Thompson, 75, of Winnsboro, Texas, released her spirit unto God on March 21, 2024, after a few years of declining health. Mildred was born in De Queen, Arkansas, on February 8, 1949, to the late Wesley Armer and Anna Lee Farrell. Mildred married the love of her life on July 28, 1964 Ted Thompson, who preceded her...

Mar 21, 2024

A farewell services for Barbara Trent, Mineola, Texas, are scheduled for 3:00 pm Wednesday March 27th, 2024 at Beaty Funeral Home 5320 S State Hwy 37 Mineola, Tx. Interment to follow at New Hope Cemetery.

Barbara passed peacefully Thursday, March 21, 2024 in Mineola. She was born May 20, 1939 in Point Pleasant, West Virginia...

Mar 20, 2024

Chloee Nell Hitt Flournoy, age 95, of Hainesville, Texas, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, March 20, 2024 in Mineola, Texas. Chloee was born on June 8, 1928 in Grand Saline, Texas, to Milton and Exa Hitt.

She trusted in Jesus at an early age and fiercely loved her family. She loved living in Hainesville where...

Mar 19, 2024

Kermit Dea Ferrell, a beloved husband, father, and community member, passed away on March 19, 2024, at the age of 88 in Quitman, Texas. He was born on March 31, 1935, in Sedgwick, Kansas, to Charles Columbus Ferrell and Emily Lake Ferrell.

Kermit attended the University of Oklahoma, where he pursued a business degree and...

Mar 18, 2024

Wayne Brooks Leshe, 91, of Jefferson’s Garden, Edmond, Oklahoma, went to be with his Savior on March 18, 2024, with his daughter Tammy by his side.

Wayne was born on October 31, 1932, in Shreveport, LA., to Brooks Talton Leshe and Annie Ashford (Henderson) Leshe.

Wayne attended many schools throughout his...

Mar 16, 2024

Jerry Monroe Hardy, age 82, of Winnsboro, Texas, passed away on March 16, 2024. He was born in Magnolia, Arkansas on November 4, 1941, to the late Elbert Monroe Hardy and Ruthie Bell Hardy.

Jerry grew up the son of a farmer and through those years, he developed a love for planting and growing a...

Mar 15, 2024

Lesa Louise Thomas, aged 59, of Winnsboro, Texas, departed this life on March 15, 2024, leaving behind a legacy of love, dedication, and cherished memories. Born on August 31, 1964, in Boron, California, Lesa was the beloved daughter of Eugene Block and Mary Lou Pirlet.

On May 19, 2007, Lesa entered into marriage with the...

Mar 15, 2024

It is with profound sorrow and a heavy heart that we announce the passing of Billie Jean Bing, a cherished mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and great, great grandmother, who left us peacefully on March 15, 2024, just one day after celebrating her 96th birthday. Born in Mineola, Texas, on March 14, 1928, to the late Eddie Anderson Cherry and the...

Mar 14, 2024

Mark Wayne Swann, born in Dallas, Texas, on January 5, 1960, peacefully passed away on March 14, 2024. He was the son of Dorman W. Swann and Mary Shelton Swann. Mark was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend to many.

Mark graduated from East Texas State University in Commerce, Texas, and embarked on a...

Mar 14, 2024

Glenn "Rabbit" Robinson, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend, passed away on March 14, 2024, at the age of 78. He was born on July 7, 1945, in Wood County, Texas, to Idas and Zelma Deas Robinson.

Glenn grew up in the Coke Community and dedicated his life to hard work and commitment. He...

Mar 13, 2024

Jo Anne "Nona" Heimgartner, born on February 3, 1953, in Gainesville, Texas, peacefully passed away on March 13, 2024, surrounded by her loving family. She was the daughter of Kenneth (Blackie) Welch and Rebecca (Becky) Welch.

Jo grew up in Gainesville and Sherman, Texas, and graduated from Sherman High School. She embarked on a fulfilling...

Mar 12, 2024

Marnina K. Fransen, beloved, mother, grandmother, and pillar of the Winnsboro community, passed away on March 12, 2024, at the age of 95, ending her valiant struggle with Alzheimer's disease. Born on April 2, 1928, in Vivian, Louisiana, Marnina's journey touched the lives of many and left an indelible mark on those who knew and loved her.

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Mar 10, 2024

Timothy Scott Adams passed peacefully in his sleep March 9, 2024, at the age of 60. Scott was raised in Winnsboro, TX where he was a beloved member of the community. He was born to Eddy and Linda on June 25, 1963, in Tyler, TX.

Scott was a dedicated servant to his community throughout his...

Mar 8, 2024

Brenda Kay Wilkins, beloved daughter, mother, sister, and Nana began her new life in Heaven on March 8, 2024. Brenda was born on April 6, 1962, in Montrose, Colorado, to Leroy and Delane (Bennett) Morgan.

The Morgan family eventually made their way to Texas, and Brenda graduated from Mt. Pleasant High School in 1979. She...

Feb 29, 2024

It is with profound sorrow that we announce the passing of Donald Cleatus Ledford "Cleatus" , a cherished father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, uncle, and friend, who left us on the leap year anomaly, February 29, 2024, at the age of 85. Born on October 1, 1938, in Pocahontas, Tennessee, to Oner Dell Ledford and Hazel Crum, Cleatus's early years...

Feb 26, 2024

Lorna Gaye Carroll, fondly known to all as Gaye, passed away peacefully on February 26, 2024, at the age of 84. She was born on November 15, 1939, in Longview, Texas, to Alvah C. Weir and Margaret Brisendine Weir. Gaye moved to Magnolia, Arkansas in 1973 where she began her legacy.

Throughout her life, Gaye...

Feb 24, 2024

Eloise Cunningham passed away on Saturday, February 24, 2024 at the age of 88. She was born August 7, 1935 in Mineola, Texas to Albert Sidney Scott and Willie Gertrude Harris Scott. In 1953, she married Donald Louis Cunningham, and they celebrated 56 years together. She graduated from Mineola High School. She worked for the City of Mineola as...

Feb 17, 2024

Hayden Kale Robinson, affectionately known as "Pistol," passed away on February 17, 2024, at the age of 17. He was born on November 29, 2006, in Sulphur Springs, Texas, and grew up in Winnsboro, Texas, where he left a profound mark on the hearts of all who knew him.

Kale was the beloved son of...