James M. "Jimmy" Birdwell

James M. "Jimmy" Birdwell

Aug 18, 2025

James M. (Jimmy) Birdwell entered the presence of his Lord and Savior August 18, 2025, at the age of 75 years. A native of Carthage Texas Jimmy was born April 4, 1950, to James Bertice and Mary Frances (Davis) Birdwell. He received new life in Christ in 1959 while attending Macedonia Baptist Church. Jimmy attended Carthage schools, graduating with the...

Duane Victor Keilstrup
Daisy Kotwal

Daisy Kotwal

Aug 16, 2025

Daisy Ruth "Jenni" Kotwal was born on July 28, 1936 in east Texas. We lost her beautiful soul on August 16, 2025 to a long battle with Alzheimer's. 

She was raised on a farm by her grandparents, momma and papa Bowers where she learned the love of country and "All" things nature. She relished the many days she rode her horse, Maude, to...

Ida Caroline Smith

Ida Caroline Smith

Aug 16, 2025

Ida Caroline Smith was born on January 12, 1930 in Slippery Rock, PA to William and Caroline Smith. She received her Registered Nursing Degree from Meadville City Hospital, School of Nursing in Meadville, PA in 1951.

Ida met George Duane Smith during her nursing school years and they were married on March 31, 1951. They were married for 68 years, 8...

Anna Sue Hawkins

Anna Sue Hawkins

Aug 15, 2025

Anna “Sue" Hawkins passed peacefully and went home to be with our Savior on August 15, 2025, as her two daughters were holding her hands. She was two months shy of her 91st birthday.

Sue was born to Hester and Joseph R. Wood on October 26, 1934, in Red Boiling Springs, TN. She eloped with her high school sweetheart, Tommy Hawkins,...

Phillip Edward Patrick
James Charles Arber
Brian David Rolfes

Brian David Rolfes

Aug 11, 2025

Brian David Rolfes passed away on August 11, 2025, in Arlington, Texas, at the age of 58. Born on October 21, 1966, in Ohio to Anna B. (Murphy) and Joseph W. Rolfes, Brian lived a life defined by devotion—to his faith, his family, and his calling to educate and protect others.

Brian met the love of his life, Dori, while attending...

John "Truman" Robinson

John "Truman" Robinson

Aug 10, 2025

John Truman Robinson, known to many simply as Truman, beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, and proud veteran, passed away on August 10, 2025, in Dallas, Texas, surrounded by family, at the age of 79.

Born on August 14, 1945, in Cleburne, Texas, Truman was the son of Hubert and Gladys Laverne Robinson. He grew up in nearby Alvarado, where he developed...

Kay Agee

Kay Agee

Aug 8, 2025

Wanda Kay Agee, beloved mother, grandmother, friend, and lifelong community nurturer, passed away peacefully on August 8, 2025, in Arlington, Texas, at the age of 86.

Born December 2, 1938, in Tulsa, Oklahoma, Kay—who never went by Wanda—was the cherished only child of Elsa Sophia and Charles Victor Snavely. Raised by her mother with grace, strength, and unshakable love, Kay spent...

Robert "Bob" Lee Schimmel

Robert "Bob" Lee Schimmel

Aug 8, 2025

R.L. "Bob" Schimmel, 92, of Dalworthington Gardens, TX died peacefully at home surrounded by family on August 8, 2025. Bob was born in Shawnee, Oklahoma on December 16, 1932 to Claude and Myrtle Mae Schimmel who preceded him in death. He was also preceded in death by his son, Patrick Schimmel and his brother, Lester Schimmel.

The Schimmel family moved to...

Haley Elaine Ligon

Haley Elaine Ligon

Aug 7, 2025

Haley Elaine Ligon, age 39, of Fort Worth, Texas, passed away on Thursday, August 7, 2025. She was born on September 15, 1985, in Grand Prairie, Texas. Haley grew up in Arlington and graduated from Martin High School.

Her parents adored their blue-eyed, blonde-haired angel — the little girl who insisted on pantyhose and pretty dresses just to sit with her...

Major Terry Lee Kee, USAF (Ret.)

Major Terry Lee Kee, USAF (Ret.)

Aug 7, 2025

Major Terry Lee Kee, United States Air Force (Retired), passed away on the morning of August 7, 2025, at his home in Flower Mound, Texas, with his devoted wife Patricia by his side. He was 67 years old. A dedicated Husband, Father, Grandfather, Brother, and Veteran, Terry lived a life marked by deep commitment, personal strength, and unwavering service to...

Elaine Thornton

Elaine Thornton

Aug 7, 2025

Elaine Thornton, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away peacefully on August 7, 2025, in Arlington, Texas, at the age of 79. Born on November 2, 1945, in Cleburne, Texas, to Richard and Letha Shelton, Elaine's life was one of devotion—to her faith, her family, her friends, and her community.

Elaine grew up in Arlington, attending Carter Junior High...

Armando Nunez

Armando Nunez

Aug 7, 2025

Armando Nunez, 51, of Grand Prairie, Texas, passed away on August 7, 2025. Born on April 29, 1974, in Laredo, Texas, he was the beloved son of Antonio and Julia Nunez.

Armando was a proud high school graduate who once earned the title of “Most Handsome” in high school—something his family never let him forget. He spent many years working with...

Charlotte Elaine Meeks

Charlotte Elaine Meeks

Aug 6, 2025

Charlotte Elaine Meeks peacefully departed this world on August 6, 2025, at the age of 77, in Fort Worth, Texas. Born on November 22, 1947, to Charlie Jim Johnston and Rosemary Owens-Johnston in Fort Worth, Texas, Charlotte was a beloved mother, grandmother, sister, and friend.

She had a deep passion for gardening, and her love for animals, especially horses and her...

Anthony Vincent Ramirez

Anthony Vincent Ramirez

Aug 6, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we share the passing of our beloved Anthony Vincent Ramirez who left us far too soon on August 6, 2025, in Arlington, Texas. Born on August 26, 1993, in Los Angeles, California, Anthony was a vibrant soul whose presence brought joy and warmth to all who knew him.

Anthony is survived by his beloved daughter,...

Jeremy L. McCullough-Rudd

Jeremy L. McCullough-Rudd

Aug 5, 2025

Jeremy L. McCullough-Rudd, a beloved son, brother, and friend, passed away on August 5, 2025 in Fort Worth, Texas. Born on July 4, 1971, in Arlington, Texas, to Kadena (Jackson) Potts and Dwight McCullough, Jeremy was raised in Arlington and remained deeply connected to his hometown throughout his life.

A proud graduate of Arlington High School, Jeremy was known for his...

Susan Marie Alexander

Susan Marie Alexander

Aug 5, 2025

Susan Alexander, beloved wife, mother, Mimi, sister, and friend, passed away peacefully on August 5, 2025—held in the same love she so freely gave throughout her life.

Born on January 3, 1958, in Wichita Falls, Texas, Susan lived a life filled with heart, humor, faith, and a whole lot of soccer. From the sidelines of countless games to quiet bedtime prayers,...

Francisco Xavier Perez

Francisco Xavier Perez

Aug 4, 2025

Francisco Xavier Perez, age 58, peacefully entered into the presence of his Savior on Monday, August 4th, with family by his side. He was born in Brownsville, Texas to Amalio and Maria Carmen Perez. Francisco loved deeply. He cherished time with his family and friends and always put God and loved ones first. His generosity and thoughtfulness were unmatched. He...