Taylor Laurence Carrasco
Mar 14, 2026
Taylor L. Carrasco, age 23, of Denton, Texas, was taken from us far too soon on March 14, 2026. Born in 2002 to Maria Morales Ponder and Sammy Carrasco, Taylor brought light and warmth to everyone around him throughout his vibrant life.
His unexpected passing has left a profound sorrow among his family, friends, and loved ones, who continue to grieve...
Jacqueline Chandler Sheppard
Mar 13, 2026
Jacqueline Chandler Sheppard, 95 of Denton, passed away Friday, March 13, 2026 with her family by her side at Home. She was born in Denton on July 16, 1930 to Jim and Jeannette Landreth Chandler. She attended Denton Public Schools and was a member of the First United Methodist Church of Denton.
Graveside Services will be held at 10:00 am, Tuesday,...
Cynthia Gail Carr
Mar 11, 2026
Cynthia Gail Carr, born on September 13, 1967, in Dallas, Texas, passed away in the comfort of her home on March 11, 2026, with her husband & daughter by her side. She was a beloved wife, mother, LouLou, daughter, aunt and amazing friend to everyone that knew her. Cynthia truly made the world a brighter place.
Cynthia is survived by her...
Betty June Bailes
Mar 10, 2026
Betty June Bailes, 95, of Krum, Texas, passed away in Krum on March 10, 2026. She was born in Greenwood, TX, on June 15, 1930, to Jesse and Lena (Lyle) Fellers.
She was united in marriage to Thomas Champ Bailes on August 4, 1948, and they shared 34 years of marriage before his passing in 1982.
Betty was preceded in death by...
Michael Albert Beckmann
Mar 10, 2026
Michael Albert Beckmann, born on July 24, 1956, in Huntsville, Texas, passed away peacefully at his home in Denton, TX, on March 10, 2026. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather, uncle, brother, friend and human being whose legacy will endure in the hearts of those who knew him.
Michael held a Bachelor’s degree and was widely respected for his intelligence...
Adrian Edward Guevara
Mar 8, 2026
Adrian Edward Guevara, 25 of Denton, Texas was tragically and unexpectedly lost on March 8, 2026. He came into the world in 2000 to Crystal Sparks and Jose H. Guevara.
Adrian’s unexpected passing comes as a shock to his family, friends, and loved ones, who are still reeling at his loss. He lived a vibrant life and still had so much...
Larry Chad Shaw
Mar 8, 2026
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Larry Chad Shaw, beloved son and cherished friend, who left us on March 8, 2026, at the age of 58. Chad, as he was fondly known, was born on October 16, 1967, in Denton, Texas, to Larry Dwain (Butch) and Carolyn Ann Furr Shaw. As their firstborn, he brought immense joy to...
Prentice Leon Carte
Mar 8, 2026
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Prentice Leon Carte, a cherished husband, father, grandfather, and friend. Prentice peacefully journeyed to his eternal home on March 8, 2026, leaving behind a legacy of love and service. Born on January 31, 1938, in Sutton, West Virginia, to the late Elmer and Ida (Martin) Carte, he lived a...
Joseph Edward Barns Jr.
Mar 7, 2026
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Joseph Edward “Joe” Barns Jr., M.D. was born in Denton, Texas on Jan. 27, 1950, the eldest of the five children of Joseph Edward Barns, Sr. and Wylna Jean Massey. Joe attended Denton schools and graduated from Denton High School in 1968. He then attended North Texas State University (now UNT), majoring in Chemistry. It was at North Texas...
Robert Frank Rusk
Mar 6, 2026
Robert Frank Rusk (Bobby), 85, died on Friday, March 6, 2026.
Bobby was born in Wichita Falls, Texas, to Marshall and MaryTom Rusk. He attended Wichita Falls High School before studying business at Midwestern State University. He spent his career in government data processing for the cities of Wichita Falls and Corpus Christi, and in Austin as data processing manager...
Kenneth "Scott" Hartwell
Mar 5, 2026
Kenneth “Scott” Hartwell of Lewisville, loving husband to Trisha, adoring father to Savannah, stepfather to James, older brother to Jamie, Kimberly, and Cody passed away on March 5, 2026.
It is more than difficult to remember and honor a life well-lived in simply a few paragraphs. Scott Hartwell was loved more than words can express. Scott was respected and admired by...
Kathie Joyce McDonald
Mar 5, 2026
Kathie Joyce McDonald, 67, of Denton, Texas, passed away peacefully on March 5, 2026. She was born on October 31, 1958, to Blake and Elma Cummons, who preceded her in death.
Kathie was a devoted wife, loving mother, and a proud Mimi. She had a warm spirit and a caring heart that touched the lives of everyone who knew her. Her...
Otis Leon Lee, Sr.
Mar 5, 2026
Otis Leon Lee Sr. September 19, 1949 – March 5, 2026
Otis Leon Lee Sr., of Fort Worth, Texas, went home to be with Jesus on Thursday, March 5, 2026. He was born on September 19, 1949, in Denton, Texas, to Otis Carl and Martha Ann (Wheeler) Lee.
Otis grew up in Denton and attended Denton High School, where childhood friends gave...
Dannie Garrett Cockrell
Mar 2, 2026
Dannie Garrett Cockrell of Sanger, Texas, passed peacefully in his home surrounded by his family and friends on March 2, 2026. He will be remembered as a faithful son, husband, father, Papa, brother, soldier, neighbor and friend.
Born on November 30, 1949 to Dan and Mildred Cockrell, Dannie was the fifth of eight children who grew up in a small house...
Joe Willis Northcutt
Mar 1, 2026
Joe Willis Northcutt, age 79, of Allen, Texas, passed away peacefully on March 1, 2026. Born February 26, 1947, in Dallas, Texas, Joe was the beloved son of Earl Dean Sr. and Doris Nell Northcutt. He was preceded in death by his parents and his brother, Dean Northcutt Jr.
Joe is survived by his devoted wife of 55 years, Carolyn Tanck...
James Gerard Foley Jr.
Mar 1, 2026
Colonel (Ret) James G Foley Jr has left this earth to serve The Lord in heaven. Born the oldest son of James and Margaret Foley Sr on November 29th 1939 in Baltimore MD where he was raised. After graduating from Loyola University, Maryland in 1961 Jim entered the United States Army and began a 26 year military career. His many...
Betty John Robertson
Feb 28, 2026
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Betty John Robertson, beloved artist and cherished partner, who left this world peacefully on February 28, 2026, at the age of 86. Born on October 24, 1939, in Wichita Falls, Texas, Betty lived a life rich in creativity and passion, leaving an indelible mark on all who had the...
Rose Margaret Bezdek
Feb 28, 2026
Rose passed away on Saturday, February 28th at the age of 94. Rose was born to Charles Anello and Anna Passafiume Anello on August 4, 1931 in Bronx, New York. Her older brother Michael was 1 1/2 years old at the time. She loved her family very much and enjoyed growing up in the Bronx with a large, extended Italian...
Steve McDaniel
Feb 26, 2026
Stephen DeWitt McDaniel, 70, of Argyle, Texas, passed away on February 26, 2026. Born on July 4, 1955, to DeWitt and Stella McDaniel, Steve lived a life as bold, generous, and full of spirit as the holiday he was born on.
Steve’s roots in Argyle ran deep. He attended Argyle Primary School, later attending Denton High School. Determined to build a...
Retha Fern Brooks
Feb 25, 2026
Retha Fern Shelton Brooks, 82, of Denton, TX passed away on February 25, 2026. She was born in Lamesa, Texas on January 19, 1944 to Lee Roy and Lizzie Aleen (Post) Shelton. She passed away peacefully surrounded by family.
She was preceded in death by her parents, siblings Tommy Lee Shelton, RL Shelton, Kenneth Raymon Shelton, Larry Joe Shelton, Winona Jane...
