Obituaries

Mar 5, 2026

Maddison "Maddi" Elaine Dyer, age 16, of Kemp, Texas, passed away on March 5, 2026, in Mabank, Texas. She was born on September 17, 2009, in Kaufman, Texas, to parents Terry and Maria (Allen) Dyer.

Maddi was a bright and unforgettable soul whose presence brought laughter, warmth, and light to everyone around her. Maddi had a personality that could fill any...

Mar 8, 2026

Jan 7, 2026

Rowena Joan Rustvold-Ihle, a devoted mother, grandmother and great-grandmother, was born March 12, 1930 in Ames, IA, and passed away peacefully to her heavenly home on January 7, 2026, surrounded by her daughter, Cathy and husband Ron Kjellsen, and son Bruce Heyerdahl in Corsicana, TX.

She was 95. Born into a Iowa farming community to Jeffery Nels and Alice B. Rayma...

Mar 3, 2026

Lonnie Gene Dalrymple, age 69, of Ferris, Texas, passed away on March 3, 2026. Lonnie was born on June 8, 1956, in Dallas, Texas to parents Lonnie L. and Lois (Godwin) Dalrymple.

Lonnie is survived by his cousins and additional extended family.

Feb 21, 2026

Rodrigo "El Guero" G. Villanueva nació el 13 de marzo de 1977 en Jesús María, San Luis Potosí, México. Lamentablemente, su vida llegó a su fin el 21 de febrero de 2026 en Gun Barrel City, Texas. A lo largo de su vida, Rodrigo dejó una huella imborrable en quienes tuvieron el privilegio de conocerlo.

Desde temprana edad, Rodrigo mostró una...

Jan 23, 2026

Cecelia Ann Roach, age 84, passed away on January 23, 2026, in Tyler, Texas. She was born on April 5, 1941, in Dallas, Texas to parents Otha and Christine (Couch) Lane.

The obituary is pending at this time.

Jan 22, 2026

The world lost a great doctor, husband, and father on January 22,2026.  Jimmy Pascal was born in Kaufman, TX on January 19, 1952, to Mildred Tucker Hussey and James Henry Hussey of Forney.

 He attended Forney schools where he was actively involved in football and basketball. He participated in various school activities such as Member of the Natl Honor Society, Speech...

Jan 5, 2026

James "Sonny" Gardner, age 85, passed away on January 5, 2026, in Kemp, Texas. He was born on September 14, 1940, in Aley, Texas to parents Pauline (Bridges) and James Monroe Gardner, Sr.

Sonny graduated as valedictorian of the Kemp High School Class of 1958. After high school, he proudly served his country with four years in the Army and an...

Dec 29, 2025

Billy Glen Russell, 85, of Kemp, TX passed away on December 29, 2025 at his home in Kemp, Texas. Billy was born on November 11, 1940, to Buster Bill and Jeretta (Brannon) Russell in Dallas, Texas.

The obituary is pending at this time.

Dec 28, 2025

James Michael Brantley, 66, of Kemp, TX passed away on December 28, 2025 in Tyler, Texas. James was born on July 22, 1959, to Michael Joel and Gwynda Alice (Clark) Brantley in Dallas, Texas.

The obituary is pending at this time.

Dec 21, 2025

Eula "Tootsie" Rulene McGuire, born on September 28, 1926, in Peeltown, Texas, and a beloved resident of Kemp, Texas, passed away on December 21, 2025.

 A dedicated homemaker, Tootsie was known for being a faithful wife, mother, and grandmother. She graduated with the class of 1943 from Kemp High School, having previously attended Peeltown School during her grade school years.  Tootsie...

Dec 18, 2025

James Tyler “Ty” Farley passed away on December 18, 2025, in Tyler, Texas, at the age of 60. He was born on June 21, 1965, in Queens, New York. 

Ty was known for his strong work ethic, honesty, sense of humor, and dedication to his family. Ty graduated from Skyline High School in Dallas, Texas, in 1984. He worked as a...

Nov 29, 2025

Our precious baby boy, Jensen Lane Henry, was born into the arms of Jesus on November 29, 2025, in Athens, Texas. Though he never took a breath on this earth, he was deeply loved, longed for, and carried with endless hope by his parents, Rusty Shane and Ashley Nicole (Lauderdale) Henry.

Jensen is lovingly survived by his parents, Rusty & Ashley...

Nov 28, 2025

Daniel Leonard Glesner, Sr., age 68, passed away on November 28, 2025, at his home in Kemp, Texas. He was born on April 28, 1957, in Winchester, Virginia to the Glesner family. 

Dan is survived by his wife, Leann Glesner; and three children, Daniel, Jr., Eric and Kendall. 

Nov 27, 2025

Rickey Dale Brewer, 76, of Barry, TX passed away on November 27, 2025. Rickey was born on March 13, 1949, to Howard and Dorothy Brewer in Dickson, TN. Rickey joined the Army when he finished high school.

He served as an Army Spec 5 UHIH Aircraft Mechanic. When he was honorably released from the Army he got into construction. Rickey worked...

Nov 25, 2025

Margie Nell Melton Byers, age 86, passed away midday afternoon, November 25, 2025, at her assisted living residence in Kingsland, Texas following a lengthy illness.

Margie was born on May 4, 1939, in Kemp, Texas to parents, the late Edward and Inez Melton. She graduated from Kemp High School and married her high school sweetheart, Vernon Byers, in 1957. Margie retired...

Nov 18, 2025

Sonny “Sonny” James Dalrymple was born on April 13, 1935, in the Aley Community to parents Jimmy "J.D." and Lorena (Turner) Dalrymple and entered into eternal rest on November 18, 2025, at the age of 90.

Sonny spent many years behind the barber's chair, where he not only cut hair but also shared stories and laughter with his customers. His happy...

Nov 6, 2025

Jepp Lynn Brewer, born on July 1, 1972, in Dallas, Texas. Jepp joined the Lord above in heaven peacefully on November 6, 2025.

He was the firstborn child to Gerald Brewer and Doris Stovall and had a younger sister, Stephanie Brewer. He graduated from Kemp High School in 1990. Jepp was voted Friendliest his freshman and sophomore years of high school,...

Nov 2, 2025

Keith Norton Phillips, born on September 22,1950 in Omaha, Nebraska, to David N

Keith Norton Phillips, born on September 22,1950 in Omaha, Nebraska, to David Norton and Ramona Ruth (Poe) Phillips, passed away peacefully at his home in Kemp, Texas, on November 2, 2025.

As a proud patriot, Keith served his country in the U.S. Army as an Airborne Ranger from February...

Oct 29, 2025

Ricky Glenn Smith, Sr., 72, of Eustace, Texas, passed away on October 29, 2025. Ricky Sr. was born on January 25, 1953, to Dillard Odell and Willie Mae Smith in Waco, Texas. 

He grew up in Kemp and graduated from Kemp High School in 1970.  At the age of 18, Ricky founded Smith & Son Plumbing, where he worked diligently to...