Obituary Listing

Linda Ann Rigdon

Linda Ann Rigdon

Aug 26, 2010

59, a DeSoto resident since 1985, passed away August 26, 2010 at Baylor Hospital in Dallas following a lengthy illness. She was born November 12, 1950 in Coushatta, Louisiana to Charlie and Ruby Britain Barbo. She was married to Charles Rigdon on October 21, 1972 in Houma, LA She was a community volunteer and a homemaker. Preceded in death by...

Russell G. "Guy" Powers

Russell G. "Guy" Powers

Aug 24, 2010

Guy was born in Dallas, Texas and served in the U. S. Navy. He worked for Century Blue Print for many years, and was a deacon at Hampton Road Baptist Church. He was preceded in death by his son: Bruce Powers in 1995, and his wife: Freida Powers in 2007. He is survived by his daughter and son in law:...

John Hart Thompson

John Hart Thompson

Aug 23, 2010

79, of Ovilla, TX passed away on August 23, 2010. Captain Thompson was retired U S Navy after serving 37 years. He is survived by his beloved wife: Beverly Jean Thompson; brother & sister in law: Jim & Charlotte Thompson; nephews: Collin Thompson & James Thompson; brother in law & sister in law: William E. & Sharon Garber and niece:...

Doris Kathryn Miller

Doris Kathryn Miller

Aug 23, 2010

Age 86, a Cedar Hill, Texas resident for the last 23 years, passed away Monday morning, August 23, 2010 at Select Specialty Hospital in DeSoto, Texas. Mrs. Miller was born September 19, 1923 in Union, N. J., to Harry and Carrie Kienz Knapp. She and her husband, Edwin Miller had lived and raised 2 sons in the Allendale, N.J. area...

Brenda A. Sanders

Brenda A. Sanders

Aug 21, 2010

Brenda was born in Wichita, Kansas, and passed away at her home in Glenn Heights, Texas. She was preceded in death by her sister, Valorie, Sharp. She is survived by her husband: Darrell Sanders, son and daughter in law: Shaun and Megan Sanders, daughter: Audrey Sanders, parents: Jim and Juanita Sharp, brothers: James P. Sharp, Jr, and Pete Sharp, sister:...

John M. Barnard

John M. Barnard

Aug 17, 2010

88, passed away on August 17, 2010. He was preceded in death by his wife Dorothy Jean. Survived by sons John and Howard Barnard and daughter Wilda Parker. He is grandfather to Erin Barnard, Rebecca Rury and Eric Veal. He was born in Glen Flora, TX and raised in El Campo, TX. He entered the U S Army in 1942...

Karen O. Powers

Karen O. Powers

Aug 16, 2010

Karen was born at Baylor Hospital in Dallas, Texas and left this earth at Baylor Medical Center in Dallas. Karen was President and C. E. O. of Flooring Perfections in Arlington. She and her family had lived in DeSoto for over 30 years, and she was a member of First Christian Church in DeSoto. Besides her husband, Andy Powers, she...

Gloria Ann Shumaker

Gloria Ann Shumaker

Aug 11, 2010

Born in Dallas, Texas to Clarence and Thelma Oleta Merrifield Painter, Sr., Mrs. Shumaker passed away in Irving, TX. Survivors include her son: John P. Shumaker, daughter: Kristi Ann Deitrick, grandchildren: Hannah Nicole, Noah Sumner, and Henry Owen, brother: Clarence "Sonny" Painter,and his wife Mary, sister in law, Katy Painter. The family will receive friends from 12:00 noon until services...

Nancy Sue Roberson

Nancy Sue Roberson

Aug 6, 2010

79, of Midlothian, TX passed away on August 06, 2010. She was preceded in death by her husband: Henry T. "Robby" Roberson on August 05, 2006. She is survived by her children: Nancy S. Wood, Janet L. Maples, Cathlyn A. Shaffer and Tina S. Ziebolz. A memorial service will be held in the Chapel of West/Hurtt Funeral Home on Friday,...

Hercules Sadler

Hercules Sadler

Aug 1, 2010

54, of Dallas, TX passed away on August 01, 2010. Hercules was born on August 03, 1955 in Dallas, TX to the parentage of Hercules Miles, Jr. and Ella Branch Sadler. He received his education from the South Oak Cliff High School in Dallas, TX. Hercules was certified in nursing and has been recognized on many occasions for displaying exemplary...

Iva Dell Clemmons

Iva Dell Clemmons

Jul 28, 2010

Today we celebrate the life of Mrs. Iva Dell McLain Clemmons, who came into this world on September 13, 1918 as the beloved child of Robert L. and Lela Belle Humphrey McClain in Pottsboro, Grayson County, TX.  On July 28, 2010, she left this world as a cherished friend, sister, wife, mother, aunt, grandmother, great grandmother and great, great grandmother.  ...

Arthur Ray Hobbs

Arthur Ray Hobbs

Jul 23, 2010

84, of DeSoto, TX passed away on July 23, 2010 after many years of ill health. He was an honored WWII Veteran, respected businessman, beloved husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather, brother, uncle and christian friend. He is survived by wife: Elizabeth, sons: Randy and Russell Hobbs, daughters: Cheryl Young and Joi Beth Wood, 7 grandchildren, 5 great grandchildren, sister: Ruby...

Elo A. Oeltjendiers

Elo A. Oeltjendiers

Jul 22, 2010

81, of DeSoto, TX was born in LaGrange, TX on March 02, 1929 and passed away on July 22, 2010. He was a Veteran of the U.S. Air Force, electronic machinist, master craftsman, guardian and friend of animals, beloved Husband, Father, Grandfather, Great Grandfather and Friend. Preceded in death by his beloved daughter Kathie Adoue on February 06, 2009. He...

Claudie Purl Albright

Claudie Purl Albright

Jul 20, 2010

73, of Dallas, TX passed away on July 20, 2010. She was preceded in death by her husband: James F. Albright, Sr. and her daughter: Debra Applin. She is survived by her children: James Albright of Arlington, TX; Jesse Albright of Dallas, TX; Rebecca Maloch of Dallas, TX; Tammy Dodd of Amarillo, TX; 9 grandchildren and a number of great...

Jack M. "Jackie" Thomas, Jr.

Jack M. "Jackie" Thomas, Jr.

Jul 17, 2010

60, of Duncanville, TX passed away losing a long battle of illness from Agent Orange. Graduate of SOC High School. He joined the U S Army serving with the 8th Transport Group-444 Transport Co. in Vietnam. He and his dog "Puddles" ran Duncanville Feed. We will remember Jackie for his love of his flag, country, humor, independence and determination in...

Ricky Wayne Guy

Ricky Wayne Guy

Jul 15, 2010

of Dallas, TX passed away on July 15, 2010. Graveside Services and Interment will be held on Friday, July 30, 2010 at 10:00 A.M. in Laurel Land Memorial Park, Dallas, TX.

James Thomas Metcalf

James Thomas Metcalf

Jul 11, 2010

77, of Duncanville, TX passed away on July 11, 2010. He is survived by his best friend & companion: Kim Gray; son: James Randall Metcalf; daughter in law: Judy Metcalf; grandsons: James Cole Metcalf and Jason Metcalf; 7 great grandchildren and numerous cousins. The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Tuesday, July 13, 2010 from 3 -...

Georgie Francis Lick Leggett

Georgie Francis Lick Leggett

Jul 11, 2010

63, of Dallas, TX passed away on July 11, 2010. She is survived by her children: Satin Martinez, Todd Leggett, Steve Leggett and Edward Leggett. The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Tuesday, July 13, 2010 from 4:30 - 6:00 P.M. The visitation will be the only services scheduled for Mrs. Leggett. Interment will be private.

Evelyn Clark

Evelyn Clark

Jul 7, 2010

75, of Red Oak, Texas passed away on July 07, 2010. She was born on April 4, 1935 in Chicago, Illinois. She was preceded in death by her husband, James R. Clark in Nov. 6, 2008. She was a member of the Eastern Star out of Chicago, and a bus driver for over 15 years. She is survived by her...

Elisabeth Maria Miller

Elisabeth Maria Miller

Jun 23, 2010

80, of DeSoto, TX passed away on June 23, 2010.She is survived by her beloved husband George Peter Miller.Mrs. Miller will be laid to rest in the Dallas/Ft. Worth National Cemetery, 2000 Mt. Creek Pkwy., Dallas, TX on Tuesday - March 18, 2014 at 1:15 P.M.