Obituaries

Lisbeth Lewis Kidd, a Texas native who loved to have fun, passed away peacefully on Jan. 31, 2025 at her home in Rockwall, Texas.

Born on April 7, 1949 in Amarillo, Texas to the late Jane (Cox) Lewis and Robert E. Lewis, Lisbeth's warmth and generosity touched the lives of all who knew her. Lisbeth's journey...

Mrs. Jacqueline Wilkinson, 89, of Rockwall, Texas passed away Wednesday, January 22, 2025 at Heritage House and into the loving arms of her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ.
She was born on Sept. 18, 1935 to Thomas Threadgill and Vivian (Kornegay) Robinson and raised in Waxahachie, Texas. She was a resident of Rockwall...

Sylvia Leora Frazier, born on Oct. 14, 1926 in Cisco, Texas, was the fifth child of Will and Julia Hazel. Her older sister, Mardell, survived to adulthood, married Bill Rathmell and had 10 children, but three other children between Mardell and Sylvia died in childhood.

Sylvia's life seemed destined for peril,...

Anita Lynn Massey, aged 85, passed away peacefully on November 14, 2024, in Garland, Texas, surrounded by the love of her family. Born on September 23, 1939, in Heath, Texas, Anita's life was a tapestry woven with dedication, love, and service. Anita was the beloved matriarch of a family that adored her. She is...

LTC (Ret) Thomas Edward Michael ("Tom") Stelmar Sr., age 87, of Rockwall, TX, passed away on November 5, 2024. He was born on September 2, 1937, in Elmira, NY, to Michael Stelmar and Veronica (Kamas) Cicconi.
Tom married Ellen Marie Hajos in Schuylerville, NY on February 4, 1961 and they were married for 59 years...

It is with great sadness that we share the loss of our beloved husband, father, son, brother, and friend Chris Simpson. He was born to Delpha Teague on September 24, 1969, in Dallas, TX and passed away on October 6, 2024. He is survived by his wife of 20 years, Kristin Simpson, their children Marcus, Calleigh, and...

Michael C. Moore, aged 82, of Greenville, TX, passed away on Saturday, August 31, 2024, from a variety of major health issues.

He was born in Marshall, Texas on June 24, 1942, to the late Angela (Moore) Akeman and Jack Bonham Moore. He attended high school in Hugo, OK where he played basketball and graduated as...

Bobby "Bobcat" Hogue, 81, of Texarkana, AR, passed away on Sunday, Aug. 18, after a long and legendary stretch of life that spanned the sky, mountains, open roads, lakes, and sea.

Bobby was born on Saturday, May 1, 1943, in the beautiful, sun-drenched community of San Luis Obispo, along California's Central Coast....

Susan Hatfield Wheelis, age 54, went to be with the Lord and her beloved Father, George Hatfield on Monday, Aug. 5.

Susan was born in Fort Worth on Aug. 24, 1969, lived in Dallas and moved to Rockwall in the second grade, where she attended Dobbs Elementary School. Susan loved swimming and horseback riding, doing...

Jacksonville, Texas - Brenda Kay Parish was born in Jacksonville, Texas on March 3, 1947 to John Murphy and Joyce Ewing Murphy.
She unexpectedly passed away at age 77 on July 10, 2024.
Brenda is survived by her husband of over 50 years, Rick Parish, son Chance, daughter Meagan, husband Brian and grandsons Nico,...

David Wayne Smithers passed away on June 25, 2024. He was the founder of Counting Stars Ranch, a local non-profit that supports veterans and first responders. David leaves behind his wife, Vicki, his children Ryan & Rachel, his grandsons Fabian & Josiah, and many family and friends. A celebration of life will be...

James Weldon Wilson, 89, passed away peacefully in Austin, Texas, on May 2, 2024. The oldest of four siblings, Jim was born and raised in Dallas, Texas, and proudly lived most of his life in the Lone Star State. He was a pillar of strength to all who knew him. Jim's passion for flying led him to solo at the age of...