Obituaries

Jul 22, 2024

Jennifer Jane Espino, beloved wife, mother, and cherished friend, passed away peacefully on July 22, 2024, at the age of 79. Born on January 15, 1945, in St Neots, UK.  Jennifer lived a life full of love, laughter, and unwavering dedication to her family.

Jennifer's warm spirit and generous heart touched everyone who had the privilege of...

Jul 22, 2024

Nancy Lee Vitek Cannaday, beloved wife, mother, grandmother and cherished friend, passed away peacefully on Monday, July 22, 2024, at the age of 81.

Nancy was a native Texan born to Raymond and Violet Minarcik Vitek in La Grange, Texas on January 31, 1943. She grew up on a farm with cattle, chickens and the back-breaking task...

Jul 21, 2024

Joyce Burns was born August 28, 1928, in Itasca, Texas to parents Cecil and Mattie Lou Douglas.

Joyce attended Itasca High School and was a proud member of the Itasca Wampus Cat cheerleader team.  She and her family attended the local Baptist Church.

After Joyce graduated from high school, the family moved to Grand Prairie,...

Jul 20, 2024

Lewis Robert Bruno Jr., lovingly known as Lew, passed away on July 20, 2024, at the age of 77. He was born on June 11, 1947, in Hackensack, New Jersey, and had most recently resided in Allen, Texas.

Lew had a zest for life and a heart of gold. He enjoyed spending time with his family, whom...

Jul 20, 2024

Gary Paul Tanner was born on December 13, 1946 in Watertown, New York.  In his 77 years, he created a legacy of love and dedication to his family, laughter, and generosity. He could always be counted on to help out in a bind whether it was picking up grandchildren from school, watching your dog or navigating the car buying...

Jul 15, 2024

George Edward Calhoun — musician, philosopher, and perpetual student of life — left this world at the tender age of 21 on Monday, July 15, 2024. He is survived by his father, Andrew Pickens Calhoun, III; mother, Julie Calhoun; and older brother, Andrew Pickens Calhoun, IV, along with an abundance of aunts, uncles and cousins, who will forever hold...

Jul 11, 2024

Dr. Emmanuel Ibanga Umoh, born on May 16, 1955, in Nsasak, Afaha, Akwa Ibom State, Nigeria to the late Chief Henry Ibanga Umoh and Mrs. Helina Ibanga Umoh, passed away on July 11, 2024, in Plano, Texas, USA. His late father’s fond name for him was Ekemini. Dr. Umoh migrated from Nigeria to the United States in 1978, eventually...

Jul 8, 2024

Dean Mahoney was born in Great Falls, Montana in 1965 to parents Margaret (Carrico) and David Mahoney.

Dean attended Great Falls High before studying Engineering at Montana State University. He met his wife Mary while working at a local Wendy’s and loved to tell a story about how he fell for his boss and had to start...

Jul 7, 2024

Janet Wells McWhirter was born January 17, 1949, in Dumas, Texas to parents Gaston “Buck” and Ruth (Troutman) Wells.

Janet graduated from Dumas High School in 1967. She was an honor student, cheerleader, and voted Most Beautiful amongst her peers. She was active in the First Methodist Church of Dumas.  Janet attended Mc Murry University in Abilene,...

Jul 4, 2024

Leon Bruce Sichel was born March 29, 1960, in Fort Worth Texas. He was adopted by Alice and Tom Sichel and was raised in El Paso, Texas, along with his sister, Sara. Leon was always very active, loved competition and had the scars to prove it.

He married his high school sweetheart, Edie, and began to grow...

Jul 3, 2024

Tom exemplified devotion as a father and grandfather. His joy was evident when surrounded by his daughter, son, and three granddaughters. His loyalty, charisma, eloquence as a public speaker, and his ability to connect with everyone he encountered made him a cherished friend.

Tom was born on April 22, 1939, in Carbondale, Pennsylvania. He was the oldest...

Jun 30, 2024

He grew up in Perry, Iowa with five brothers and two sisters.  He attended Perry High School where he lettered in football.   Also, he was on the wrestling team and was 6th in the state in his weight class.

In 1970 Don married Diane Ebrecht.  Together they had two children, Jackie and Bill.

After high...

Jun 29, 2024

"Don't be sad and cry because he's gone. Be happy and smile because he was here."

James Edward Goliat- AKA Jim, Jimmy, passed away on June 29, 2024 at the age of 82 wonderful years.

James was born in Cleveland, Ohio on March 30, 1942 to Stephany and Edward Goliat. Garfield Heights, Ohio...

Jun 27, 2024

William “Stan” Hammack was born on September 23, 1933, in Quanah, Texas. Stan passed away peacefully on June 27, 2024. He was the only child of Buford and Bertha Hammack.

Stan grew up in Farmers Valley, Texas, where his family lived as tenant farmers. He was especially fond of driving their John Deere Model H tractor. His...

Jun 26, 2024

Patricia England Atkins died in Plano, Texas on June 26, 2024, after bravely battling the effects from a stroke earlier this year.

Pat was a devoted wife and mother, and she never met a stranger.  If you were a friend of Pat’s, you had a friend for life.  She had a wealth of artistic talents including calligraphy,...

Jun 23, 2024

Thurston Arthur Blakely, Jr. was born on October 10, 1926, in Okmulgee, Oklahoma. He entered eternal rest peacefully on June 23, 2024. Thurston was the only child of Thurston Arthur Blakely Sr. and Helen (Walter) Blakely.

He moved to Oklahoma City as a child where he attended Central High School and thereafter graduated with an accounting degree...

Jun 19, 2024

William Edwin Davies, aka Wild Bill, of Prosper, Texas went to be with Jesus on Wednesday, June 19, 2024. He was 94 years old. Bill was born on February 16, 1930 in Harlan, Kentucky to his parents David Lewis Davies and Io Dorcus Jones. Upon graduation from Harlan High School, he attended Cumberland College (now called The University of...

Jun 19, 2024

Mark Seggelink passed away June 19, 2024, at the age of 70 in Plano, Texas. He was born May 31, 1954, in Oshkosh, Wisconsin to parents Clement and Althea (Fischer) Seggelink.

Mark was known for his wickedly funny personality, lighting up any room with his wit.

He graduated from Mayfield High School in Mayfield, Ohio...

Jun 16, 2024

Barbara Lee Ward was born August 22, 2953, in Cedar Rapids, Iowa to parents Gerald and Alice (Oliphant) Frazier. She was a resident of Plano, Texas and passed away in her sleep on Sunday, June 16, 2024.

Barb grew up in Cedar Rapids with her parent, sister Sheryl and brother, Steven.  After high school, she started working...

Jun 16, 2024

It is with tremendous sadness that the family announces the passing of their precious wife and mother, Barbara McDaniel, (87) on June 16, 2024.

A resident of Allen, Texas since 1979, Barbara was born in Warsaw, Indiana. She was one of four children born to Melvin and Elma Larrew.

Barbara met the love of her...