Karl Richard Gardner, a loving husband and father, passed away on July 11, 2025, at the age of 51. Born on June 18, 1974, in New London, Connecticut, to Judith and Carl Gardner. As a child, his father worked as a project engineer, enabling his family to travel the world and live overseas. In 1984, his family settled in Arlington,...
Melvin Keith Brown went to be with his heavenly father on Friday, July 11, 2025. He was born December 13, 1936 in Hutchinson, Kansas to Frank and Ethel Brown. He asked Jesus to be his Savior at the age of 11. He had strong faith and prayed earnestly for his own father's salvation which followed shortly. Melvin was deeply moved...
Paula Jeanne Flint, PhD, founder and head of school of Flint Academy in Grand Prairie, TX, passed away peacefully at home July 10th, 2025 at the age of 72.
Her unwavering passion for children’s education rooted in Christian love drove Paula’s determination to found a K-12 school. This lifelong goal was achieved in 2006 upon the founding of Flint Academy and...
Ricky Lane Wade, born April 16, 1953, in Shelbyville, Kentucky, passed away peacefully on July 8, 2025, in Dallas, Texas, at the age of 72.
Ricky was the son of Vernon Wade and Mary Tipton (Harper), and a proud graduate of Shelbyville High School. He built a long and respected career in the bail bonds industry, working to establish both A...
John Bert France, Colonel, United States Air Force (Retired), passed away peacefully on July 6, 2025, at the age of 89. Born in Sioux Falls, South Dakota on November 24, 1935, he was the eldest of five children born to John C. France and Catherine “Kate” Haney.
John’s early years led him to San Diego, where he met the love of...
Daniel Keys III, age 64, passed away peacefully on July 6, 2025, at his home in Arlington, Texas. He was a cherished and beloved son, husband, father, grandfather, brother, and uncle. He was a dedicated public servant, esteemed attorney, proud veteran, treasured colleague, and friend. Daniel was born on October 13, 1960, in Port Arthur, Texas. His life was marked...
With heavy hearts and loving remembrance, we celebrate the life of Carline M. Thomas, who passed peacefully on July 6th, 2025, in Arlington, Texas, at the age of 92.
Born on Christmas Eve, 1932, in Covington, Texas, Carline was a gift to all who knew her. She was the beloved daughter of Lewis Richard Baskett and Thelma Dora Green, and the...
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Catherine “Francine” Williams, who departed from this world on July 5, 2025. Born in Belzoni, Mississippi, on April 18, 1950, to Rayford and Alberta Hawkins, Francine’s journey through life was one filled with love, compassion, and unwavering strength.
Francine was lovingly raised by her bonus parents, Beatrice and Taylor Williams,...
Lois Jean Baker passed away peacefully on July 4, 2025, at the age of 78. Born in Illinois and raised in Wisconsin, Lois spent her adult life in Texas, where she lovingly raised her family and built a home filled with warmth, creativity, and kindness.
Lois was known for her compassionate spirit, quiet strength, and unwavering determination. She approached life with...
William H. Emmons
August 5, 1949 – July 3, 2025
William H. Emmons, lovingly known as William (never Bill), Dad, and Papa, passed away peacefully on July 3, 2025, surrounded by his beloved family.
Born in Fort Worth, Texas, on August 5, 1949, to Billie and Janet Emmons, William grew up in the heart of Texas with a strong work ethic and a...
Alice Patricia Crawford Hentze Reed, affectionately known as "Pat," passed away peacefully on July 3, 2025, in Fort Worth, Texas, at the age of 93. Born on January 5, 1932, in Wabash, Indiana, Pat was the beloved daughter of Roy and Alice A. (Baldwin) Crawford.
In 1967, Pat made Texas her home, where she became an integral part of the Fort...
With hearts full of love and gratitude, we remember and celebrate the life of Patricia Ann Zarkowski, who passed away peacefully on July 2, 2025, in Fort Worth, Texas, surrounded by the warmth of family and the legacy of a life well-lived.
Born on June 23, 1939, in Minneapolis, Minnesota, Patricia—known lovingly as Pat—was the treasured daughter of Hazel Clare (Foster)...
Mary Katherine Morris, a beloved mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away peacefully on June 29, 2025, in Arlington, Texas. She was 68 years old.
Mary was born on October 5, 1956, at the U.S. Army Base in Würzburg, Germany, to Leonard and Patricia Ann Brown. From the very beginning, her life was marked by strength, independence, and a deep sense...
Lou Ellen Faucett Phillips, 98, passed away on June 28th, 2025 at her home in Arlington, Texas.
Lou Ellen was born on December 19, 1926 in Gadsden, Alabama to Dr. DeWitt and Annie Aiken Faucett. She attended Gadsden City schools and graduated from Gadsden High School in 1944. She graduated from Alabama College (University of Montevallo) with a degree in Retail...
1941 – 2025
Ken Russell, 83, of Burleson, Texas, passed peacefully from this life on June 28, 2025.
Ken was a beloved family member and friend, known for his warmth, wisdom, and unwavering spirit. He touched the lives of many and will be deeply missed by all who knew him.
An inurnment graveside service will be held at the Dallas-Fort Worth National Cemetery,...
It is with profound sadness and broken hearts that we announce the passing of Kimberley Dawn Vazquez on June 26, 2025, at the age of 56. Kimberley left us unexpectedly, but her vibrant spirit, selfless heart, and joyful presence will forever remain in the hearts of those who knew and loved her.
Born on September 8, 1968, in Whitney, Texas,...
“Well done, good and faithful servant.” – Matthew 25:23
It is with both deep sorrow and abiding faith in our Lord Jesus Christ that we announce the passing of Aubrey Clayton Castile Jr., who was called home to be with the Lord on June 26th, 2025. He was 48 years old.
Aubrey was born on March 26, 1977, in Houston, Texas, to...