Sherri Lea King
Jan 5, 2026
Sherri Lea King, 75, of Watauga, Texas, lived a life rooted in faith, family, and the simple joys that brought people together. Sherri was the daughter of Elmo Douglas Canon and Juanita Marie Admire and she grew up surrounded by her siblings Vicki Daniels, Corky Canon, Deana McDonald, and Tommy Canon. Though she faced the loss of her parents and...
Eddie Blackwell
Jan 5, 2026
Eddie Blackwell, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend, joined our heavenly Father peacefully at home in Denton, Texas, on January 5, 2026, at the age of 85. Born on January 18, 1940, in Denver, Colorado, Eddie lived a life filled with love, laughter, and dedication to his family.
Eddie graduated from Borger High School, and he spent much of his...
Prisila Diaz
Jan 4, 2026
Prisila “Prisi” Diaz, age 18, of Denton, Texas, passed away on January 4, 2026. Born on October 24, 2007, Prisi lived a life defined by love, compassion, and an extraordinary concern for others. A dedicated runner, she approached life with perseverance, heart, and quiet determination—qualities that reflected the way she cared for those around her.
Prisi was happy, outgoing, caring, hopeful,...
Robert Nicholas McWilliams
Jan 3, 2026
Robert Nicholas McWilliams, born on October 21, 1941, in Glendale, California, passed away peacefully on January 3, 2026, in Denton, Texas. He was a beloved husband , grandfather and great grandfather, cherished friend, and respected member of the community.
Robert dedicated a significant part of his life to serving in the U.S. Navy, where he earned the Armed Forces Expeditionary Medal....
Loretta Ann Garza
Jan 2, 2026
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Loretta Ann Garza, who left this world peacefully on January 2, 2026, after a long and courageous battle with Parkinson’s disease.
Born on September 8, 1960, to Agustin and Amelia Alvarado, in Lubbock, TX. She graduated from Lubbock High School in 1979 and attended Irvine Valley Community College in California....
Beverly Ann Chandler
Jan 2, 2026
Beverly Blake Chandler, 78, passed away January 2, 2026, at home with her family at her bedside. Beverly was born February 16, 1947, in Davenport, Iowa, to Frank C. Blake & Nelda L. Ruyle, where Frank was in chiropractic school. They moved to Denton in 1955. Beverly graduated from Denton High School in 1965 & North Texas State University in...
Edward Curtis Tally II
Jan 1, 2026
Edward Curtis Tally II was born on August 23, 1936, to Edward Curtis Tally and Faye Shofner Tally of Justin, Texas. Justin was home for all his days. Curtis planted deep roots in the land, the church, and the people he loved.
On January 1, 2026, Curtis left this world for heaven to glorify his Savior, the Lord Jesus Christ. His...
Aaron Elvis Reynolds
Jan 1, 2026
Aaron “Elvis” Reynolds, 67, of Justin, Texas, passed away on January 1, 2026.
Elvis was born on February 18, 1958, in Justin, Texas, where he was also raised. A lifelong and avid hunter, he was most at home in the outdoors. After his passing, friends joked with affection that “the hogs are safe now,” a reflection of both his skill and...
Joan Cohagen
Dec 31, 2025
Joan Mohon Cohagen, 92, of Denton, went to her heavenly home on Tuesday, December 31, 2025. She was born to James Edward "Ed" & Eva Mae (Morris) Mohon on July 2, 1933. She grew up in the Rockhill community and attended Aubrey schools. She was one of 10 children. She married John Mark Cohagen on April 9, 1977 in Denton,...
Wilma Ruth Samuel
Dec 30, 2025
Ruth Samuel of Denton, Texas, passed peacefully into the arms of her Savior on December 30, 2025. Born on October 31, 1926, in Dial, Texas, to Henry Green Smith and Edna Clara Hendrix, she was the seventh of eight children.
Ruth’s life was rooted in a deep and abiding faith in Jesus, guiding her every step. Also with her husband, Jake,...
Donald Eugene Edwards, Ph.D.
Dec 29, 2025
Born on January 27, 1944, in Denton to Ruth and Earl Edwards, Don grew up on a 125-acre dairy farm east of Denton in the community of Mayhill. Don was the second of four children: Robert, then Don, Elizabeth, and William. His childhood years were simple yet fulfilling. From his parents, Don learned the value of hard work, a sense...
Mattie Mary Davis
Dec 28, 2025
Mattie Mary Davis was born on July 8, 1950, in Denton, Texas, to the late Callie Leanne Riggins and Louis Manuel. She later moved to Amarillo, Texas, where she graduated from Palo Duro High School. Following high school, Mattie pursued her passion for beauty and service by attending Aladdin Beauty School, earning her license as a cosmetologist. Mattie returned to...
Oscar A. Eslava
Dec 26, 2025
Oscar A. Eslava, a cherished husband, father, and friend, passed away peacefully on December 26, 2025, in Denton, Texas, at the age of 89. Born on October 23, 1936, in the vibrant city of Piura, Peru, Oscar was a symbol of warmth and kindness that touched the lives of everyone around him. He served in the Cavalry in Peru during...
Lonnie Don Walker Jr. "LD"
Dec 26, 2025
Lonnie Don Walker Jr., of Denton, Texas, passed away on December 26, 2025.
Lonnie was born in Hillsboro, Texas, where he attended Peabody School. He spent most of his life in Hillsboro before moving to Plainview, Texas, and later settling in Denton, Texas. Throughout his life, Lonnie cherished time with his family and found joy in simple pleasures—playing dominoes, dancing, and...
Randall Allen Parker
Dec 24, 2025
Randy Parker left this world peacefully at the home of his son and daughter-in-law on December 24, 2025. He is preceded in death by his wife and best friend Sherry. Randy is survived by his son Troy Stanley (Justin, TX), daughter-in-law Dr. Lisa Stanley, brother Darren Parker (Peru, IN) and his wife Elizabeth, many grandchildren and great-grandchildren and countless friends...
William David Scott
Dec 24, 2025
William David Scott, age 73, passed away peacefully in the early morning hours of December 24, 2025.
David was born on July 16, 1952, in Madill, Oklahoma, to Norris and Joyce Scott, who preceded him in death.
He is survived by his loving wife, Patricia Yeargan Scott; his daughter, Melissa Scott McHugh; his son-in-law, Matthew McHugh; and his cherished grandchildren, Joyce and...
Bertha Faye Erwin
Dec 24, 2025
Bertha Faye Erwin passed away peacefully on December 24, 2025, at the age of 92. A lifelong resident of Denton, Texas, Bertha was born on June 29, 1933, to Lloyd K. Dutton and Fay B. Oliver-Dutton. She graduated from Denton High School and continued her education at the University of North Texas.
On December 23, 1951, Bertha married the love of...
Stephen Edward Brown
Dec 23, 2025
Stephen Edward Brown, 65, of Denton, Texas, passed away on December 23, 2025. He was born on December 19, 1960, in Indianapolis, Indiana, to Paul E. Brown and Barbara D. Brown.
Steve graduated from J.J. Pearce High School in Richardson, Texas in 1979 and earned his bachelor’s degree from the University of Miami, Florida in 1988. He later furthered his education...
Ellie Kate Rodgers
Dec 23, 2025
Ellie Kate Rodgers was born on December 22, 2025, in Dallas, Texas, at 9:19 PM, weighing 4 lbs. 2 oz. and was 17.5” long. She entered the gates of Heaven and was welcomed with open arms by Jesus Christ the following day on December 23, 2025. Her Mommy (Raquel Rodgers) and Daddy (Cooper Rodgers) comforted, held, and loved their baby...
Beverlie Leona LaCroix
Dec 20, 2025
Beverlie Leona LaCroix, 88, passed away on December 20, 2025, surrounded by her family.
Beverlie was born on March 5, 1937, in Livingston, Louisiana to James and Evelyn (Taylor) Barnett. She was raised in Baton Rouge, Louisiana before moving to California where she met the love of her life, Robert LaCroix, a career Navy gentleman. As a military wife, she traveled...
