Obituary Listing

Nov 24, 2023

Robert Eugene Pruett, 88, of Denton, passed away Friday, November 24, 2023 at Presbyterian Hospital in Denton. He was born February 8, 1935 in Slidell, Texas to Charlie Allen and Stella Odell (Dempsey) Pruett.

He served in the US Army during the Korean Conflict, stationed in Germany. He attended North Texas State University, now the University of...

Nov 23, 2023

John Edward "Eddie Looper, 67 of Denton, formerly of Aubrey, passed away Thursday, November 23, 2023 at the Cottonwood Nursing and Rehab.  He was born August 31, 1956 in Denton to Mary Lou Tomberlin and Kennith Gerald Looper.  He graduated from Aubrey High School.

The family will be at Belew Cemetery for visitation at 10:30 am prior...

Nov 23, 2023

Linda Johnson McKeown, 73 of Denton, passed away at home surrounded by her family on Thursday, November 23, 2023.  She was born in Denton, Texas on August 2, 1950, to Isaac L. and Jewel Sims Johnson.  She was a graduate of Denton High School class of 1968.  She married David Lynn McKeown on May 3, 1971, in...

Nov 21, 2023

Cecil Short

A Life Well Lived

April 23, 1934 to November 21, 2023

Cecil was born in Vernon, Texas on April 23, 1934 to parents Lester and Swanee Short.

He spent his childhood in the Northside Community, graduating from Northside School in 1951.  After graduation,...

Nov 20, 2023

It is with great sadness that the family announces the passing of our beloved Ruth Nobles Hoffpauer as she was called to our Lord on Monday, November 20, surrounded by loved ones.

Before moving to Port Isabel to live with and be cared for by her daughter & son-in-law, Rebecca & Paul Seales, she was from the...

Nov 19, 2023

Mildred Josephine "Jo" Briggs, 88, of Denton passed away on November 19, 2023 at her home. She was born in Christiansburg , Virginia on November 22, 1934 to Harry and Norilla (Hall) Martin. She was married to Keith Thorley Briggs from Greybull, Wyoming for 68 years.

Jo graduated from Christiansburg High School and shortly thereafter went to...

Nov 16, 2023

Barbra Suzanne Anderson, of Mountain Springs, Texas, passed away on Thursday, November 16, 2023, at the age of 77 in Denton, Texas. She was born in Wyandotte, Michigan on July 21, 1946, to James and Beverly (Preno) Clelland.

Barbra attended St. Patrick Catholic School, grades one through twelve. Upon graduation, she was admitted into the School of...

Nov 15, 2023

Judith Roach Watkins, 77 of Denton, Texas passed away on November 15, 2023, in Denton. She was born in Kansas City, MO, on June 16, 1946, to George and Charlotte (Duncan) Roach.

She had a charismatic, friendly, easy-going spirit, and was passionate about helping others and the community through her career as a social worker and her...

Nov 15, 2023

Juanita Francis Caglagis 1928 - 2023

Juanita Francis Bland Caglagis, 95, of Krum, Texas was called to her heavenly home by God on November 15, 2023.

Visitation: 12pm to 2pm at DeBerry Funeral Directors in Denton Private burial following at Jackson Cemetery in Krum

Juanita was the second child born to...

Nov 15, 2023

Ricardo Sagaribay, 64, passed away on Wednesday, November 15, 2023 at home.

He was a resident of Denton, TX for 26 years after being raised in El Paso, TX.

He was a retiree of Denton ISD.

Preceded in death by parents, Valente and Jennie Sagaribay....

Nov 15, 2023

Billy Richard Overstreet, 71, of Canyon Lake, Texas passed away on November 15, 2023, at his Family's home in Sanger, Texas.   He was born in Houston, Texas on August 21, 1952 to Author and Leona (Sones) Overstreet.

Billy found the heart of his home to be in the Hill Country from about 2010 till he got sick...

Nov 15, 2023

Lawrence "Larry" Duane Knoll, 75 of Denton, passed away Wednesday, Nov. 15, 2023, at The Harrison at Heritage in Fort Worth.  He was born September 25, 1948 in Garden  City, KS to Edwin Godfrey and Eleanor Theresa Seib Knoll.  He received his Bachelor's degree at Fort Hays University in Hays, KS.  He was a member of the Knights of...

Nov 14, 2023

Kristopher Ray Morgan, 37, of Denton, Texas, passed away on November 14, 2023, in Wise County. He was born on December 4, 1985, in Denton, Texas, to Gordon and Sheila Wade Morgan.

Kristopher married Kristy Hall on February 14, 2020. He loved spending time with his family. Kristopher enjoyed traveling. In his spare time, he loved to...

Nov 14, 2023

William "Bill" Hodges, 82, of Denton passed away on November 14, 2023 in Denton. He was born in Leon, Oklahoma to Ben and Ruby Hodges.

He was a truck driver for over 40 years that loved to watch his westerns while drinking coffee and spending time with his grandchildren.

He is survived by his wife,...

Nov 13, 2023

Charles Ray Smith - 87, of Denton, Texas, reached the end of his earthly toils and passed away peacefully on November 13, 2023 in Harris Methodist Hospital in Fort Worth, Texas, surrounded by his loving family. He was born in Denton, Texas on July 8, 1936 to Alvin and Edith Irene "Dollie" Smith.

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Nov 12, 2023

Sylvia Ramon Rodkey, of Lewisville, Texas, passed away on Sunday, November 12, 2023, in Dallas, Texas at the age of 74. She was born in Alice, Texas on July 19, 1949, to Rufus and Elvira Martinez.

Sylvia had a huge heart and a strong love for her family, and she especially loved watching her grandchildren play sports.    ...

Nov 12, 2023

James (Jim) Bufkins, 71, passed away Sunday, November 12, 2023, in Denton Texas. He was born in Colorado Springs, Colorado on October 10, 1952, to Russell L. Bufkins and Dorothy Ann Clewlow Bufkins. He graduated from Princeton High School in Princeton, New Jersey and studied at Syracuse University before graduating from Indiana University. He later studied law at Pepperdine...

Nov 11, 2023

Geraldine Bush Barnett passed away in her sleep at her home in Denton, Texas on Saturday, November 11, 2023. She was born in Denton, Texas on December 16, 1934 to George and Agnes Bush. Gerry enjoyed being with family, praising the Lord, and helping others. Gerry worked as a Licensed Vocational Nurse in Denton for many years in the...

Nov 11, 2023

Eldon Dale English 72 of Denton passed away Saturday, November 11, 2023 at Medical City Denton Hospital.  He was born in Comanche, Texas to L.T. and Annie Ruth Smith English.  He graduated from high school and attended college.

He was a Driver prior to his retirement.  He married Enedina Grimaldo on February 14, 2014.

Visitation...

Nov 10, 2023

Mary Chrystellee Therneau, age 70, of Canton,Georgia passed away Friday, November 10, 2023 at Northside Hospital Cherokee.

A visitation will be held at Sosebee Funeral Home in Canton GA on Monday, November 13, 2023 from 6:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m.

Visitation will be Friday, November 17, 2023 from 5-7:00 p.m., Funeral Services will be held...