Obituary Listing

Sherry Diane Smith

Sherry Diane Smith

Mar 3, 2026

Sherry Diane Smith

September 23, 1946 – March 3, 2026

Sherry Diane Smith, 79, passed away peacefully on March 3, 2026. Born on September 23, 1946, Sherry lived a life centered on family, friendship, and genuine connection with others.

She was a graduate of Kimball High School in Dallas and attended East Texas State University as well as El Centro College where she...

Morris R. Seifried, Jr.

Morris R. Seifried, Jr.

Feb 27, 2026

Morris R. Seifried, Jr., 102, U S Navy Veteran, of Midlothian, TX passed away peacefully on February 27, 2026.He is survived by his son: Michael R. Seifried; son: Ronald W. Seifried; daughter: Leslie Byron; grandchildren and great grandchildren.A Celebration of Life service will be held on Saturday, April 25, at 2 pm at Legacy Oaks of Midlothian, 610 S. 14TH...

James O'Neal Gorman

James O'Neal Gorman

Feb 26, 2026

JAMES O’NEAL GORMAN PASSED AWAY AT THE AGE OF 85 ON FEBRUARY 26, 2026, IN WHITNEY, TX. JAMES WAS BORN IN CALION, ARKANSAS, ON DECEMBER 12, 1940. HE WORKED FOR THE ARMY AIR FORCE EXCHANGE SERVICE AND LIVED AND TRAVELED TO MANY COUNTRIES OVERSEAS. THEN SETTLED IN DESOTO, TX IN 1979, WHERE HE OPENED DESOTO TRUE VALUE HARDWARE, WHICH HE...

Ruth Ann McConnell

Ruth Ann McConnell

Feb 26, 2026

Ruth McConnell, born October 9, 1937, in Colchester, McDonough County, Illinois, passed away peacefully on February 26th, 2026, at Ennis Pointe Senior Living Center, Ennis Texas. She was one of the beloved daughters of the late William and Emma (Harris) Welch and one of twelve children in a large, close-knit family of eight boys and four girls.

Ruth attended Good Hope...

JAMES M CHASTAIN, JR.

JAMES M CHASTAIN, JR.

Feb 26, 2026

James “Jim” Chastain Jr., 81, of Midlothian, Texas, passed away following acute renal failure.

Born in Iva, South Carolina, to James Chastain Sr. and Pauline Chastain (née Atkins) Jim was raised in a small town. In Iva, he became known as a standout athlete at Crescent High School who excelled in football and baseball, though basketball was his true love.

His passion...

Ruben Hamilton Teames

Ruben Hamilton Teames

Feb 24, 2026

Ruben Hamilton Teames, 83, U S Navy Veteran, of DeSoto, TX passed away February 24, 2026.

Memorial Graveside Services, with Military Honors will be held in the Dallas/Ft. Worth National Cemetery, 2000 Mt. Creek Pkwy., Dallas, TX on Wednesday - March 18, 2026 at 2:30 P.M.

LANELL HULEN

LANELL HULEN

Feb 18, 2026

Lanell Hulen, age 91, passed away on February 18, 2026. Lanell was born on April 30, 1934, in Amarillo, Texas to William Bailey Hulen and Stella Nutt Hulen.

Since birth, Lanell was mentally challenged but she had a happy and meaningful life. Her beautiful spirit and love for everyone she met had a profound effect on their lives. To know Lanell...

Arnold Leon Jones

Arnold Leon Jones

Feb 17, 2026

Arnold Leon Jones was born on 28th February 1942, passed away on 17th February 2026, just shy of his 84th birthday.

Born in Wichita Falls, Texas, was the first child to Louie A. Jones and Polly Jones. He graduated from Aztec High School in Aztec, New Mexico, in 1960. The following year, in 1961 he married the love of his life...

Carolyn Gail Garner

Carolyn Gail Garner

Feb 14, 2026

Born September 6, 1947 in Montgomery, Alabama to Eugene and Barbara Doggett Skinner . Veteran of the U S Air Force, two tours of duty in the Philippines and Thailand, Discharged as a First Lieutenant from active duty, then entered the reserves and later the inactive reserves until her day of passing and reaching the rank of Major. Carolyn was...

Sally Eckman

Sally Eckman

Feb 11, 2026

Carol Jean “Sally” Eckman, age 84, of Glenn Heights, Texas, passed away peacefully on February 11, 2026.

Sally was born on November 3, 1941, in Dallas, Texas, to Clarence Henry Hoover and Pauline Rachel Smith Hoover. She devoted her life to her family as a loving wife, mother, and grandmother. She also built a long and dedicated career at AVO International,...

SHIRLEY ANN EVANS

SHIRLEY ANN EVANS

Feb 1, 2026

Shirley Mason Evans, 81, passed away peacefully on February 1, 2026, in Lewisville, Texas. Born on June 26, 1944, in Midlothian (Mountain Peak), Texas, Shirley was the daughter of Truett Mason and Maurine (Morris) Mason. In 1947, her family moved to the DeSoto area where she spent most of her childhood. She attended high school in both DeSoto and Houston,...

Ronnie E. Gumm

Ronnie E. Gumm

Jan 19, 2026

Ronnie Eugene Gumm, 75, of DeSoto, TX passed away January 19, 2026.

He is survived by his wife:  Linda Duff Gumm; nephew:  Brett & his wife Amanda and their children.

The family will receive friends at the DeSoto Christian Church, 337 W. Beltline Rd., DeSoto, TX 75115 on Friday - January 23, 2026 from 9:00 A.M. until 10:00 A.M. at which time...

Martha Jean Lawrence-Brashear

Martha Jean Lawrence-Brashear

Jan 12, 2026

Martha Jean “Gigi” Lawrence Brashear

Martha Jean “Gigi” Lawrence Brashear, 97, the beloved matriarch of our family, passed away to her heavenly home on Tuesday, January 12, 2026, with loved ones by her side. Martha was so loved by everyone and will be sorely missed.

Born in Houston, TX, August 10, 1928, to Hazel Overton Hicks and Glenn F. Hicks, Martha was...

Olen Ray Wright

Olen Ray Wright

Dec 31, 2025

Olen Ray Wright was born on October 2, 1940, in Cooper, Texas, in Delta County, and passed away peacefully at home on December 31, 2025, in DeSoto, Texas.

Olen lived a life marked by faith, adventure, generosity, and a genuine love for people. He proudly served his country in the United States Navy as a parachute rigger, an experience that shaped...

Kathryn A. Southward

Kathryn A. Southward

Dec 23, 2025

Kathryn Annette Southward, beloved wife, Momma, Mimi, “Meems”, sister & friend, went home peacefully to be with her Lord on December 23rd, 2025, surrounded by her family after a lengthy illness. Kathy was born June 25th, 1948, and grew up in Dallas, Texas. Shortly after marrying, she spent most of her years residing in southern Dallas and Ellis counties.

A woman...

Barbara G. Yenco

Barbara G. Yenco

Dec 14, 2025

Barbara G. Yenco, 86, was born in Allen Park, Michigan to Clarence Eliason & Lucille Hodapp Eliason.

Barb loved God her entire life. She retired from Southwest Airlines as an airline reservationist. Barb loved sewing & embroidering for family, friends & herself. She loved rocking newborns as a hospital volunteer, running errands for others & helping those in need. Her most...

Betty Jo Rios Snyder

Betty Jo Rios Snyder

Dec 1, 2025

Betty Jo Snyder (Rios) passed away peacefully surrounded by family and friends after a courageous battle with cancer.

Born in Beeville, TX on January 29, 1968, Betty was a graduate of Lancaster High School in 1986. Betty loved being a mom, spending time with family and friends, she loved country music and dancing, gardening, enjoyed traveling and vacationing at the beach,...

Richard Lawrence Grinnell

Richard Lawrence Grinnell

Nov 24, 2025

Richard Lawrence Grinnell, age 75, of Lancaster, Texas, passed away on November 24, 2025. Born on August 17, 1950, in Tucson, Arizona, to Allan and Roxie Grinnell, Richard was a man who lived his life with deep love, faith, and creativity.

He worked for ADT Alarms for most of his life, dedicating himself to his work and those around him. Beyond...

Adelle Jean Stogner Silkwood

Adelle Jean Stogner Silkwood

2025

Adelle Jean Stogner, 71, of Texas, passed away peacefully. She was born on October 10, 1953, to Nell and Hershel Stogner. After losing her father at a young age, Adelle remained closely bonded with her mother, who was a central figure throughout her life. This early loss shaped her quiet strength and the independence she carried with her over the...

DONNA PUGH PIPKIN

DONNA PUGH PIPKIN

Nov 20, 2025

Donna "Pugh" Pipkin, a cherished mother and dedicated homemaker, peacefully departed this world on November 20, 2025, in Dallas, Texas, at the age of 82. Born on April 18, 1943, in Eastland, Texas, Donna was a source of warmth and joy to those privileged to know her.

Having attended college at North Texas State University, Donna was a vibrant spirit who...