Obituaries

Oct 12, 2025

Oct 4, 2025

It is with sad hearts that we announce the passing of Neta Rae Sees on October 04, 2025. Neta was a phenomenal mother, mother-in-law, and grandmother, a loving and loyal friend and an overall remarkable human being. Neta was born November 4, 1930, in Dallas, Texas, to the late James Ben and Ruby Barron McCormick.

After graduating high school, Neta went...

Oct 4, 2025

Linda Ann Allen, beautiful sister, daughter, friend, and aunt, passed away on October 4, 2025, in Abilene, Texas. She was 81 years old.

Linda was born in Gorman, Texas on November 22, 1944, to B. J. and Dorothy Greenhaw. She attended grade school in Desdemona, TX, and graduated from Stephenville High School in 1961. She attended North Texas State University where...

Oct 1, 2025

Franklin Wood

June 10, 1940 – October 1, 2025

I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith. Now there is in store for me the crown of righteousness, which the Lord, the righteous Judge, will award to me on that day—and not only to me, but also to all who have longed for his...

Sep 28, 2025

Nikki Lea Byrd, 44, of Patillo, Texas, went to be united with her Lord and Savior on Sunday, September 28, 2025. She left this world with her loving family by her side.

Funeral services for Nikki will be at 10:00 AM, Thursday, October 2, 2025, at the Patillo Baptist Church with Don Cass, Sam Byrd, and Austin Adkins officiating. Burial will...

Sep 26, 2025

James Frank Littleton, age 87, of Stephenville, Texas, passed away peacefully on Friday, September 26, 2025, surrounded by family.

Born on September 27, 1938, in Stephenville to Lee Roy and Rosala Littleton, James spent nearly his entire life in the community he cherished.

He spent much of his working life as a skilled auto paint/body man and also as a golf course...

Sep 23, 2025

Judy Kay Luce was called home to her Lord and Savior on September 23, 2025. In her 80 years of life she was known to many and served them all with love and devotion. Some of her titles included, Servant of God, Wife, Mom, Meme, aunt, boss, and truly the very best of us.

Born on October 28, 1944, in Albuquerque,...

Sep 20, 2025

DoraLee Christie, 82, passed away on September 20, 2025, in Whitney, Texas. She was born on July 17, 1943 in Grand Junction, Colorado to Lonzo Vowell and Ellen Jenkins. She married John Christie in November of 1996 in Dublin, TX and he preceded her in death in October 2014. She worked many years as a custodian and at the nursing...

Sep 19, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce that our beloved Edith Luenell Shane, 84, passed away on September 19, 2025, In Eastland, Texas. She was born on January 6, 1941, In Gorman, Texas to John Marion and Leona Roberts Allen. She graduated from Desdemona High School. She later married the love of her life, James "Jim" Howard Shane Jr....

Sep 19, 2025

D’Arla Nowlin, age 71, of De Leon, Texas, passed away on September 20, 2025, after a life filled with love, creativity, and devotion to her family and community.

Born on October 8, 1953, in De Leon to Joseph and Frances Scott, D’Arla grew up with a spirit that was equal parts intelligence, creativity, and stubborn determination — a combination that made...

Sep 18, 2025

Weldon Holley of Stephenville, Texas passed away peacefully at home on September 18, 2025.

Weldon was welcomed into this world by his parents James and Thelma Holley on November 4, 1943, in Grand Prairie, Texas.

Upon graduating from Phillips High School, Weldon began his lifelong passion for being a cowboy. He worked on various ranches and feedlots during his career and although...

Sep 17, 2025

Mary E. Quarles, 81, passed away on September 17, 2025, in Stephenville, Texas. Services for Mary will be held on Saturday, September 20, 2025 at 2:00 PM at Stephenville Funeral Home Chapel in Stephenville, TX, with Dan Carter officiating. The Quarles Family will receive visitors an hour prior to service on Saturday.

Mary was born on June 17, 1944, in Stephenville,...

Sep 12, 2025

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Sep 11, 2025

Cynthia Ann Moore, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister, friend, and educator, peacefully passed away on September 11, 2025, at the age of 78 in Tolar, Texas. Born on January 15, 1947, in San Jose, California, Cynthia lived a life filled with love, laughter, and a deep dedication to her family.

On August 12, 1967, Cynthia married the love of her...

Sep 11, 2025

Ray Gene Barfield, 78, of Huckabay, Texas, passed away Thursday, September 11, 2025 in Huckabay.

Graveside service will be held at 2:00 pm Saturday, September 13, 2025, at Huckabay Cemetery in Huckabay. The family will receive friends from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm Friday, at the Stephenville Funeral Home.

Gene was born on January 15, 1947 in Hamilton to the late Robert...

Sep 10, 2025

In Loving Memory of Brent Bledsoe

Brent Bledsoe, affectionately known as “Smiley”, “Bada**,” or “Papa Brent” passed away on the morning of September 10, 2025, at the age of 61, surrounded by his beloved family.

Born on December 16, 1963, in Dallas, Texas, Brent grew up with a love for adventure, laughter, and connection that carried through every part of his life....

Sep 6, 2025

Mary Lou Easley Pannell was born in Chicora, PA to Maurice James Easley andMildred Neff Easley on August 27, 1948.

She attended Fairview-Karns City High School. After graduating from high school in 1966, she attended Clarion State College and received a Bachelor of Science degree in 1970. In 1973 she received a Master of Science degree from Slippery Rock State College.

For 15 years Mary...

Sep 6, 2025

Annie Cook 78 of Stephenville, TX passed away on September 6, 2025. Visitation will be held on September 10, 2025, from 6:00 pm to 8 pm at Stephenville Funeral Home. Graveside Service will be held on September 11, 2025, at 2:00 pm at Erath Gardens of Memory Cemetery.

Annie was born on December 7, 1946, to the late John and Freda...

Sep 5, 2025

Ralph Bennett Claitor, 82, passed away on September 5, 2025, in Stephenville, Texas. He was born on August 22, 1943, in Dublin, Texas, to Gordon Bennett Claitor and Stella Naomi (Harbin) Claitor. His mother passed away when he was just 14 years old. His older sister, Mildred, took on the responsibilities of his mom and took care of Ralph. When...

Aug 29, 2025

On August 29, 2025, Heaven welcomed home a faithful servant of the Lord, Brenda Kay Neve of Stephenville, Texas, at the age of 73. Born on December 29, 1951, in Lubbock, Texas to parents Bill and DeAlva Daily, she lived her life as a testament of love, faith, and devotion.

She shared nearly 54 beautiful years with her beloved husband, James...