Obituaries

Dayana Portillo

Apr 13, 2025

Dayana Portillo, a resident of Godley, TX and formerly of Joshua, TX, passed away on Palm

Sunday, April 13, 2025, at the age of 35.

Born in Maracaibo, Venezuela, on December 29, 1989, Dayana was raised in Texas, living

between Houston and Fort Worth. She graduated from Godley High School and proudly

earned her teaching degree from Columbia College. She went on to live...

Tomi Abe Shelton

Apr 12, 2025

The family will provide an obituary at a later date

Wayne Melvin Short

Apr 11, 2025

Wayne Short, passed away Friday, April 11, 2025.

Wayne served his country in the Air Force for 26 years.

Wayne was preceded in death by his parents Wilma and Melvin Short, and brother Lyle Short.

He is survived by siblings, sister in law Joann Short widow of Lyle from Iowa, sister Bev Terrill from Iowa, sister Marguerite and husband Jerry Pierce from Iowa,...

Nolan Joseph Ockman Jr.

Apr 11, 2025

Memorial Services for Nolan J Ockman, Jr. are to be held on 4/28/2025 at Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic Church, 2016 Willis Lane, Keller, Texas 76248.

Services are to begin with a Rosary at 10:00 AM followed by a Memorial Mass at 10:30 AM. Internment will follow Mass at the Columbarium on church grounds and a small reception will be held...

JoAnn Johns

Apr 10, 2025

JoAnn Johns, of Hurst, Texas, passed away on Thursday, April 10, 2024, at the age of 84.

JoAnn was born on October 4,1940 in Achille, Oklahoma, the daughter of Oran Miles Plexco and Willie Mae Malone. She was one of three sisters and grew up in Denison, Texas. In her early twenties, she moved to Dallas to pursue her career. JoAnn...

Mims Carl Reed

Apr 10, 2025

Mims Carl Reed, only child of Martin Carl and Mary Helen (Mims) Reed, was born in San Angelo, Texas on May 6, 1938. He lived the first two years on the family ranch near Mertzon before his parents moved back to Sterling City. Mims was a graduate of New Mexico Military Institute, Roswell, NM; Howard County Junior College, Big Spring,...

Ruth Cahall

Apr 10, 2025

Beloved matriarch, Ruth Cahall, passed away peacefully at the age of 100. She was born in Rogers, TX on October 15th, 1924 and passed away on April 10th, 2025.

She was known by many titles, such as wife, mother, Mamaw, Aunt Pell, sister, and friend. A century of wisdom, warmth, and resilience marked her journey, and her legacy lives on in...

Lee Nghiêm

Apr 9, 2025

Lee Nghiêm was a vibrant, free-spirited soul who lived life with an open heart and a quiet strength. He passed away peacefully on Wednesday, April 9th, leaving behind a legacy of love, curiosity, and generosity that touched everyone who knew him.

Born in Saigon, Vietnam, on September 5, 1961, Lee grew up with a rich tapestry of experiences that shaped his...

Lewis Paradise

Apr 9, 2025

The family is putting together the obituary, which you will be able to read here.

Charles Billman, Jr

Apr 9, 2025

CHARLES FRANKLIN BILLMAN, JR. – passed away on Wednesday, April 9, 2025 at age 85 at his home in Grapevine. He was born on Feb. 15, 1940 in Weatherford, Parker Co., TX to Katie Mae Waxler & Charlie Billman, Sr.

Chuck graduated from C. F. Brewer High School in May 1958. He joined the US Navy Reserve in the spring of...

Luis Enrique Trujillo

Apr 6, 2025

Luis "Louie" Enrique Trujillo, a loving son, devoted father, and cherished brother, passed away unexpectedly on April 6th, 2025. He was 29 years old.

Born to Margaret and Francisco Trujillo, Louie was the youngest of the family. He was a proud father to his beloved son, Cruz, who was the light of his life. His love for Cruz was immeasurable, and...

Michael Vincent Garcia

Apr 6, 2025

Michael Vincent Garcia, age 29, passed away at home on April 6th, 2025. Michael is a person who will never be spoken about in the past tense. He made a lasting impression on everyone lucky enough to have crossed paths with him. Whether it was his unbeatable sense of humor, his eclectic music taste, his sick tattoos, his passion for...

Vicente Silva Jr.

Apr 5, 2025

Vicente Silva Jr. 82 of Corpus Christi, Texas passes away peacefully on April 5, 2025

Vicente was born on October 6, 1942 in Corpus Christi, Texas to Gloria and Vicente Silva Sr.

He is survived by his wife Esmeralda Silva; his children Deborah (Jack) Holland; Lawrence Silva; and four granddaughters, Crystal (Frank) Estrada; Brittani (Michael) Copenhaver; DeShea Silva; Sara (Joel) Tanner; and...

Elsy Perez Jones

Apr 5, 2025

Elsy Pérez Fernández, lovingly known as Elsy Perez Jones, was born on November 23, 1956, in Cartagena, Colombia to proud parents Lazaro Pérez and Ofelia Fernández. She departed this world on April 5, 2025, leaving behind a legacy of intellect, passion, and love.

From a young age, Elsy showcased an insatiable curiosity that defined her childhood. In school, she was known...

James "Jim" Clyde Bennett

Apr 5, 2025

James “Jim” Clyde Bennett, 90, beloved husband, father, and grandfather, of Grapevine, Texas, passed away on April 5, 2025. Born on February 10, 1935, in Loraine, Texas, to Clyde and Nellie (Stuart) Bennett, “Jimmy” moved with his family to Waco, Texas, the following year, where he grew up. At the age of 13, he gave his heart to Jesus and...

Thawon Towong

Apr 5, 2025

Thawon Towong, 76 of Bedford, passed away surrounded by his loving family, Saturday, April 5, 2025 at his residence. He was born in Thailand, November 18, 1948 to the late Sawang and Thongpun Towong.

Thawon, also known as “Kai”, led a very interesting and successful life. In his younger years, he was privileged to be selected to the prestigious Guard to...

Jerry Holt

Apr 3, 2025

Jerry Edward Holt was born June 23, 1950 in Fort Worth, Texas. He and his twin brother Gary were adopted five weeks later by Stanley Rhea and Lillian Rose (Sothern) Holt. They lived in Cypress, Texas until Jerry and Gary were 12 years old, when they moved to their ranch northeast of Stigler, Oklahoma, near the community of Tamaha. Jerry...

Bryan Keith Andrews

Apr 3, 2025

Bryan Keith Andrews, a devoted family man and cherished member of his community, was born on August 27, 1959, in Kankakee, Illinois. He passed away peacefully on April 3, 2025, leaving behind a legacy defined by love, service, and unwavering commitment to his family and friends.

Bryan’s journey was marked by his dedication to serving others. He was an active member...

Shee Wing Wong

Apr 3, 2025

Randall Fabian

Apr 3, 2025

Randall William Fabian, 71, passed away on April 3, 2025 after a courageous fight with cancer. He was born in Rochester, Minnesota to his parents Reinhold and Marcella Fabian on August 8, 1953.

As a young man, he attended Stewartville High School in Minnesota. He later met Debra Zobel, and soon celebrated their wedding date on June 7,...