Obituaries

Dec 13, 2025

Derrick LaRue Williams was born November 17th, 1971 to parents Louvinia Diane Williams and Jesse Bernard Green, Jr. in Victoria, TX. He passed from this life on Saturday December 13th, 2025 in Irving, TX.

Memorial service for Derrick will be 1:00 PM Friday, January 9, 2026, at the Colonial Funeral Home Chapel.606 W. Airport Freeway, Irving, TX...

Dec 9, 2025

Sandra "Sandy" Ragsdale, age 83, a resident of Irving, Texas for 58 years, passed away on Wednesday, December 9, 2025. Sandy was born on September 20, 1942, in Childress, Texas, to Arthur William Carter and Eda Ely Carter. She was the eldest of two children, proudly taking on the role of big sister to her brother, Larry Carter, who...

Dec 9, 2025

Gayle Hatfield Williams, 87, a loving matriarch and dedicated Registered Nurse, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, December 9, 2025, in Frisco, Texas. She was formerly a long-time resident of Irving, Texas. Gayle was born on April 20, 1938, in Dallas, Texas, Gayle was the cherished daughter of the late Lee Vernon and Paulene Watkins Hatfield.

A Life...

Dec 8, 2025

Corina Williams was born on March 28, 1940, in Crystal City, Texas, to Jesus and Elisa Herrera. She was the fourth of fifteen beloved children. Growing up in a large and lively household instilled in her a deep sense of family, generosity, and devotion. Corina remained loyal and devoted to all her brothers and sisters and took great pride...

Dec 5, 2025

Bettye Jo (Davis) Porter died peacefully on December 5, 2025, surrounded by her family. Bettye was born in Pecos, Texas, went to high school in Sweetwater and graduated from Hardin Simmons University in Abilene. Bettye then taught 3rd grade in Odessa, Texas, where she met and later married Kenneth D. Porter. Bettye and Kenneth moved to Irving, Texas, where...

Dec 3, 2025

Brenda Lee Argenbright, a beacon of love and gentleness, left this world on December 3, 2025, in Irving, Texas. Born on August 10, 1948, in French Camp, California, Brenda's life was a tapestry of faith, optimism and kindness that touched the hearts of all who knew her.

From a young age, Brenda exuded a godly spirit that...

Dec 2, 2025

Madeleine Marie Lowery passed away peacefully on Tuesday, December 2nd, 2025 after a beautiful few weeks surrounded by her children and loved ones.

Born September 21st, 1954, Madeleine's life was defined by a spirit of care. She grew up in Fort Worth, the eldest of the late William and Martha Murphy's nine children. She dedicated her early...

Dec 2, 2025

Eduardo "Eddie" Duarte was born on March 6, 1938, in Dallas, Texas, to Merced and Gertrude Duarte. Raised in a loving and lively home as the 10th of 16 children, Eddie always carried with him the strength, humor, and closeness that comes from being part of a big family. He passed away December 2, 2025 at his residence in...

Nov 26, 2025

Jessie Gearldean Jones, age 104, of Irving, Texas, passed away peacefully on November 26, 2025. Born on October 8, 1921, in Mountain View, Oklahoma, she was the beloved daughter of Joseph and Mamie McGuire. Jessie lived a long and full life dedicated to her family, her faith, and her community.

She was preceded in death by her...

Nov 16, 2025

Allen Willliams, 65, of Irving, TX, passed away on November 16th, surrounded by his wife and daughter at Baylor Hospital in Irving.

Born on December 10, 1959 in Chaumont, France, Allen lived a life filled with love, generosity, hard work, and laughter. He was a loving and devoted husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle, and friend, who touched...

Nov 14, 2025

Rose Belinda Hudson, 57, of Irving, Texas, passed away on November 14, 2025. She was born on March 1, 1968, in Dallas, and raised in Irving, where she spent her childhood surrounded by a large and loving family.

Rose graduated from MacArthur High School and went on to become a Licensed Cosmetologist and Nail Technician, a career...

Nov 14, 2025

Linda Kindred-Head, 79, of Roanoke (formerly of Irving) was welcomed home by her Lord and Savior with her family by her side. Linda passed away peacefully, Friday, November 14, 2025. She was born on January 3, 1946, in Dallas, Texas, the daughter of William Edward and Iva Jewel Calhoun Barry.

Linda was most proud of all the...

Nov 12, 2025

Roman Ramirez, lovingly known by many as "Ro" and remembered in his younger years as "Apple," passed away surrounded by the love of his family. Roman was a devoted husband, father, and grandfather whose greatest joy came the moment he became a Paw Paw. To his precious grandchildren, he was their beloved Paw Paw—a title he held close to...

Nov 6, 2025

Michael J. Daughety M.D., affectionately known as Mike, passed away peacefully on November 6, 2025, in Carrollton, TX. Born on December 2, 1941, in Brownwood, TX, Mike's journey through life was marked by dedication, compassion, and a remarkable sense of humor that endeared him to all who knew him. He was a man whose loving nature, generosity, and wit...

Nov 3, 2025

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Linda Christine Ruyle, 78, formerly of Irving, TX. Linda passed away peacefully, Monday, November 3, 2025, at College Park Rehabilitation Center in Weatherford, TX. She was born on December 29, 1946, in Urbana, Ohio. She was the daughter of Amos and Virginia Kathleen Dunn Osborne.

Linda...

Nov 2, 2025

Brenda Jean Hood, born on August 27, 1949, in Denison, Texas, to Billie Jean Reynolds and

Marion James (M.J.) Reynolds, passed peacefully surrounded by family on November 2,

2025.

Brenda was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Byron Hood Sr.; her parents, Billie

Jean and M.J. Reynolds; and her brothers,...

Nov 2, 2025

James Michael Schmitter

James Michael Schmitter also known affectionately as Jim to his friends and family passed

away peacefully on Sunday November 2nd at the age of 77. He was born on October 14, 1948

in Dallas, Texas.

James was preceded in death by his parents Paul Keith and Verda Mae...

Nov 1, 2025

Diann Teel leaves behind a legacy of love, loyalty, and dedication to family. She is survived by her children, Debra Cameron, Brad Teel (Jane), and Denise Fuller (Dave). Forever cherished and remembered by her seven grandchildren, Michael (Bailee), Brandon and Kevin Wade; Bradley Teel and Jordan Teel Dorchester (Austin); and Darah and Dawson Fuller. Her memory will live on...

Oct 31, 2025

Charlene McCravey Gilbert

August 2, 1933 – October 31, 2025

Charlene McCravey Gilbert, beloved daughter of Mary Elizabeth (Bettie) and Claude

McCravey, was born on August 2, 1933, in the Dunbar community of Emory, Texas. A

devoted wife, mother, and grandmother, Charlene passed away on October 31, 2025,

surrounded...

Oct 31, 2025

Dorothy Ann Roberts, 91, passed away peacefully, surrounded by her loving family, on October 31, 2025.

A devoted wife, mother, grandmother, daughter, and sister, Dorothy 'Dot' was born in Erath County, Texas, on May 2, 1934, to James Eugene Gauny and Eunice Lorene Reese. After graduating from Ralls High School, she married the love of her life,...