Obituary Listing

Dale Gene Minyard

Dale Gene Minyard

Jul 25, 2011

Dale Minyard was born in Dell, Arkansas and died at Presbyterian Hospital of Plano after an illness with cancer. He was 78. He is survived by his best friend and partner in life, Connie Minyard, daughters, Debra Lynn Minyard of Leesburg, FL, Rhonda McDaniel and her husband, Stephen of Frisco, TX, son, Gary Minyard and his wife, Gina of Bethlehem,...

Matthew Keith Schmidt

Matthew Keith Schmidt

Jul 3, 2011

Matthew was born at Methodist Hospital in Dallas, and passed away unexpectedly at Methodist Charlton Hospital. Survived by his parents, Vern and Betsy Schmidt of Lancaster, sisters and their husbands, Amber and Heath Waldeier of Liberty, MO, Ashley and David Flach of Midlothian, 3 nieces, Whitney, Claire, and Scarlett paternal grandmother, Eupha Schmidt of Burlington, IA. Aunts and Uncles and...

Linnie L. Allen

Linnie L. Allen

Jun 28, 2011

born April 24, 1924 in Gordonville, TX. She passed away June 28, 2011 in Kaufman, TX. Preceded in death by her husband, W. L. Allen and daughter, Barbara Hacsi, she is survived by her daughters, Ginger and husband, Don McMillon of Scurry, and Patricia Goodpaster of Richardson, grandchildren, Keith Hacsi, Cindy Thorn, and Debbie Matthews all of Richardson, Charlene Hershon...

Mary Jim Whiddon-Chambers

Mary Jim Whiddon-Chambers

Jun 26, 2011

75, of DeSoto, TX passed away on June 26, 2011. She is survived by her children: Judy Whiddon Morton & husband Darwin of Lancaster, TX, William Lawrence Whiddon & wife Cindy of Ft. Worth, TX and James Neal Whiddon & wife Nizie of Dallas, TX; step-children: Clark Chambers & wife Patty of Indiana, Cherrie Little & husband Randy of Wylie,...

Richard Joseph Levvis

Richard Joseph Levvis

Jun 25, 2011

Richard Joseph Levvis, 65, died June 25th at Doctors Hospital at Renaissance in McAllen, TX of complications from cancer. His wife, Tinka Faye (Echols), was by his side during his illness. Rick and Tinka were married at his parents' home in Mt. Dora, FL on August 9th, 1986. Rick was born to the late Walter and Nelle Levvis in New...

Elsie Hilliard

Elsie Hilliard

Jun 24, 2011

99, born November 1, 1911 in Delta County near Cooper, TX passed away peacefully on June 24, 2011. She was preceded in death by her husband: James Guy Hilliard; daughter: Ann Beth Daniel; two brothers and five sisters. She is survived by her sons: Wilburn Guy Hilliard & his wife Peggy of Red Oak, TX and Donald Ray Hilliard &...

Evette "Evie" Foster

Evette "Evie" Foster

Jun 24, 2011

1 year old, of Cedar Hill, TX passed away on June 24, 2011. Evie is survived by her parents: Jake & Veronica Foster; brother: Jake; sister: Suzette; grandparents: Deborah & Neil Phillips, Don & Kathy Foster, Martha & George Rodriguez and Charlie Vargas; great grandfather: Wayne Boone; great grandmother: Mary Rodriguez; aunts & uncles: Vanessa Vargas, Nick Bleak, Kyle Foster,...

Edric Raford Welch

Edric Raford Welch

Jun 24, 2011

54, passed away on June 24, 2011 he was a devoted Dallas Cowboy fan, and community volunteer for Meals-on-Wheels. He will be deeply missed by his family and friends. Survived by his mother, Mary Jo Welch, of DeSoto, siblings, Paula Welch and her partner, Jennifer Brockman of Ft. Worth, Pattie and Alan Bullard of Red Oak, Sam and Sheena Welch...

Bobby Duane Wilburn

Bobby Duane Wilburn

Jun 23, 2011

72, of Anna, TX passed away on June 23, 2011. He is survived by his wife: Lynda Wilburn; children: Ted Wayne Pennington, Johnny & wife Denise Wilburn, Lynn & husband Gary Schuyler, Cindy Hancock, Doug & wife Suzan Wilburn and Leslie & husband Bill Ellstrom; step-children: Della Joe & husband Mike Eaves, John & wife Vicki Gregory, Warren Kent &...

Raymond Dewitt Smith

Raymond Dewitt Smith

Jun 18, 2011

79, of Lancaster, TX passed away on June 18, 2011. There will be no viewing or visitation. Memorial Service is pending at this time.

Thelma Elizabeth Jackson

Thelma Elizabeth Jackson

Jun 12, 2011

91, of Corinth, TX passed away on June 12, 2011. Preceded in death by her parents: William & Golda Pair, husband: Elvis Jackson, sister: Florence White and brother: G.A. Pair. She is survived by her daughter: Pat McCurdy; son & daughter in law: Elvis & Ilene Jackson; grandchildren: Darrin & his wife Renee, Kayla, Chelsea & her husband David; great...

Richard Maurice Siefert

Richard Maurice Siefert

Jun 11, 2011

age 71, of DeSoto, Texas passed away on June 11, 2011. Mr. Siefert was retired from the U S Navy. He is survived by his brothers: Allan Siefert of Williamsburg, Michigan and Larry Siefert of Mt. Clemens, Michigan. Services will be private.

William Dennis Johnson

William Dennis Johnson

Jun 7, 2011

A Celebration of his Life will be held at 10 A. M. Saturday, June 18, 2011 in the WEST/HURTT Memorial Chapel. William Dennis Johnson was born in Dallas, Texas on March 31, 1962 to Bill and Virginia Johnson. He passed away June 7, 2011 in Duluth, GA where he worked and lived the last five years. Dennis proudly served in...

Donna Beth Blandford

Donna Beth Blandford

Jun 4, 2011

DeSoto, TX resident, Donna Beth Blandford, died suddenly at home on June 4, 2011. She was 55 years old. She was the beloved wife of Scott Degraffenreid Donna was born on April 19, 1956 in Deming, NM to Robert and Patsy (Robinson) Blandford. She was the oldest of three children blessed to them. She was also an integral part of...

Larry Arlen Powers

Larry Arlen Powers

May 12, 2011

POWERS, Larry A., 57, of Ovilla, went to be with his Savior, Lord Jesus after a courageous eight year battle with glioblastoma. He was a banker and avid U. T . supporter. He is survived by his wife of 37 years, Becky, son; Blake of Austin, mother: Dartha Roberts, father: Cotton Powers, sister: Faun Franklin, brother, Jay Roberts, sister: Rachelle...

Ruth Irene-Farnsworth De Marie

Ruth Irene-Farnsworth De Marie

May 5, 2011

Born to Warren G. and Lilah Wyant Farnsworth in Perry, New York, Ruth passed away at Methodist Charlton Hospital in Dallas, Texas. She was a homemaker most of her life, and her husband, John DeMarie preceded her in death in April 23, 1997. A Private family Memorial Service is planned at this time.

Roger Dale Hitt

Roger Dale Hitt

May 3, 2011

Roger was born in Terrell, Texas to O. B. and Faye Howard Hitt. Served in the U. S. Navy, and had worked in the television repair field. He lived in Waxahachie at the time of his death, but had lived in Duncanville for over thirty years prior to that, and had lived in Oak Cliff before moving to Duncanville. He...

Logan Alexander Meyer

Logan Alexander Meyer

May 2, 2011

age 3 months 16 days, passed away on May 02, 2011. He is survived by his parents: James & Danielle Meyer; sister: Savannah Grace; grandparents: Daniel & Carolyn Hagin, James Robert & Kim Meyer and Robin Marshall; great grandmoter: Erma Marie Meyer; uncle: Doug Hagin and aunt: Raven Marshall-Biggs. Memorial Services will be held on a later date.

Wilson Dan Smith

Wilson Dan Smith

May 1, 2011

70, of DeSoto, TX passed away on May 01, 2011. He is survived by his wife: Wilma Smith; sons: John Martinez & his wife Holly and David Martinez; grandchildren: Josie, Tristen & Katelin; brother: Sammy Smith. Memorial Services will be held in the Chapel of West/Hurtt Funeral Home on Tuesday, May 10, 2011 at 2:00 P.M. Interment will be private.

Billy Jack "Bill" Shaw

Billy Jack "Bill" Shaw

Apr 27, 2011

On Wednesday, April 27, 2011, Bill lost his courageous and hard fought battle with prostate cancer. He was born on Jan. 31, 1930 in Dallas to Harvey and Gladys Shaw. He attended John H. Reagan, graduated from Adamson High School, and attended UNT. Bill had a wonderful career as a radio and TV broadcaster, journalist, investigative reporter and stage and...