Obituaries

John Royce Landrum

John Royce Landrum

Jun 16, 2024

John Royce Landrum, 88, passed away on June 16, 2024, in Tyler, Texas. He was born on August 1, 1935, in Maypearl, Texas to parents John Raymond and Ima Faye (Goodman) Landrum.

John attended Kemp High School, graduating in 1953. He later met his wife, Shirley Ann Richard, and they were married on September 22, 1956. John worked as a sales...

William Edward Reasonover

William Edward Reasonover

Jun 15, 2024

William Edward Reasonover was born to Charles Edward Reasonover Jr. and Alta Juanita Cain in Terrell, TX on August 6, 1943. He went to be with our Lord on June 15, 2024 in Tyler, Texas. 

William attended Seagraves High School and went to work with his father on the family farms in Terry and Gaines Counties helping to send his three...

Christopher Shane Smith

Christopher Shane Smith

Jun 3, 2024

In loving memory of Christopher Shane Smith, born on March 14, 1973, in Dallas, Texas, who peacefully passed away at the age of 51 in McKinney, Texas, on June 3, 2024, following a sudden heart attack.

Chris dedicated much of his life to the construction industry, he earned a reputation as the "crazy white boy." He brought pride to every project...

Kenneth Earl Wilkins Jr.

Kenneth Earl Wilkins Jr.

May 28, 2024

Kenneth "Moose" Earl Wilkins, Jr., 47, passed away on May 28, 2024, in Tyler, Texas with his loved ones by his side. Moose was born on June 25, 1976, in Andrews, Texas to parents Kenneth Earl Wilkins, Sr. and Elizabeth Caroline (Miller) Wilkins.

 Moose was a loving and caring son, father, brother, brother-in-law, uncle, and friend to many. Those who knew...

Misty Rachelle Parks

Misty Rachelle Parks

May 21, 2024

Misty Rachelle Parks, 49, passed away on May 21, 2024, at her home in Kemp, Texas. She was born on May 29, 1974, in Abingdon, Virginia to parents Billy Steven Parks and Linda Sue (Day) Boyd.Misty had a quiet personality and liked to keep to herself. She was a good mechanic and had a knack for fixing things. Misty found...

James "Jamie" Dewayne Beard

James "Jamie" Dewayne Beard

May 18, 2024

James "Jamie" Dewayne Beard, 50, passed away on May 18, 2024, at his home in Kemp, Texas. He was born on December 4, 1973, in Athens, Texas to parents James Wayne Beard and Mary Nell (Sawyer) Ashton.

 Jamie brought endless joy and laughter into the lives of those around him. His love for a good time meant no one was safe...

Barbara Jean Gurganious

Barbara Jean Gurganious

May 11, 2024

With heavy hearts, we mourn the passing of Barbara Jean (Collins) Gurganious, a beloved soul who graced this world with her presence for 71 years. On May 11, 2024, in Kaufman, Texas, Barbara bid farewell, leaving behind a legacy etched in love and cherished memories. 

 Born on June 20, 1952, in Princeton, Indiana, Barbara was the embodiment of warmth and humility,...

Carl Eugene Dawson

Carl Eugene Dawson

May 7, 2024

Carl Eugene Dawson, 72 of Farmers Branch, TX, passed away on May 7, 2024.  Carl was born on August 11, 1951, to Robert and Rubye Dawson in Abilene, TX and grew up in Dallas.  As a young man, he worked with his dad at a small HVAC shop in Kemp before finding his passion as a computer programmer. Carl traveled...

Rodney Eugene Day

Rodney Eugene Day

May 5, 2024

Rodney Eugene Day, 76, passed away on May 5, 2024, in Kaufman, Texas. He was born on July 2, 1947, in Monroe, Louisiana to parents Hubert Pierce and Opaleen (Hunnicutt) Day.

Robert Lynn Mitchum

Robert Lynn Mitchum

Mar 31, 2024

Robert Lynn Mitchum, 55, was born on April 11, 1968, and passed away on March 31, 2024, in Kemp, Texas. The obituary is pending at this time. 

Marcell Roy Helmin, Jr.

Marcell Roy Helmin, Jr.

Mar 31, 2024

Marcell Roy Helmin, Jr., 66, was born on April 17, 1957, and passed away on March 31, 2024, in Kemp, Texas. The obituary is pending at this time.

Ruth Mary Griffith

Ruth Mary Griffith

Mar 28, 2024

Ruth Mary Griffith, 88, passed away on March 28, 2024, in Corsicana, Texas. Ruth was born on December 9, 1935, in Philadelphia, PA.  She joined her sister, Virginia, in the home of her parents, Russell Robinet Rushton and Jennie Caroline Blackmore Rushton.  Her sister gave her the nickname that stuck for life “Boots” because little Virginia could not pronounce Ruth. She...

Dianne Wilson Brewer

Dianne Wilson Brewer

Mar 28, 2024

Deborah Dianne (Wilson) Brewer, 74, passed away on March 28, 2024, in Dallas, Texas. She was born on June 13, 1949, in Brownfield, Texas to parents Johnnie Wilbern and Dorothy Louise (Chaffin) Wilson.  

Dianne, a lifelong resident of Kemp, Texas, spent 27 years as a devoted caregiver for VNA Hospice, leaving behind a legacy filled with compassion and kindness. Dianne...

Glenda Carlene Hardy

Glenda Carlene Hardy

Mar 22, 2024

Glenda Carlene Hardy, age 71, passed away on March 22, 2024 in Kemp, Texas. She was born on July 29, 1952, in Dallas, Texas to parents Marshall Edward and Cara Faye (Brantley) Fields.Glenda is survived by her loving husband, Jerry Don Hardy of Scurry, Texas; son, Donnie Hardy and wife Christy of Forney, Texas; and grandson, Noah Hardy of Forney,...

Billy Ray Hosch

Billy Ray Hosch

Mar 21, 2024

Billy Ray Hosch was born to Ottis Glen Hosch and Georgie Dale Hoover on December 29, 1948, in Athens, Texas. He attended Athens ISD and later met the love of his life, his wife Jean Ann McDougald in Kemp, Texas in 1969. They got married after dating for 6 weeks and were married for 55 years. Billy worked as a Sales...

Dale Edward Legel, Sr.

Dale Edward Legel, Sr.

Mar 17, 2024

Dale Edward Legel, Sr, 65, passed away on March 17, 2024, in Athens, Texas. He was born on December 20, 1958.Obituary is pending at this time.

Jimmy Dell Kennimer

Jimmy Dell Kennimer

Mar 16, 2024

In loving memory of Jimmy Dell Kennimer, a devoted Christian, hard worker, and dedicated father and grandfather, who passed away March 16, 2024. Jimmy was born on August 17, 1953, in Dallas, Texas. Throughout his life, he excelled as a business owner for over 30 years, a skilled carpenter and builder of custom homes, and a master at drywall work. His...

Randy "Bubba" Fincher

Randy "Bubba" Fincher

Mar 16, 2024

Randy "Bubba"  Lynn  Fincher, a devoted Truck Driver for over 51 years, has sadly passed away. Born on March 11, 1956, in Dallas, Texas, Randy's unexpected death on March 16, 2024, in Gun Barrel City, Texas, has left a void in the hearts of many.   Known for his kind and loving nature, Randy had a great sense of humor that made...

Linda DeAndrea

Linda DeAndrea

Mar 13, 2024

Linda Lois DeAndrea, 59, peacefully passed away in Dallas, Texas on March 13, 2024. She was born on February 16,1965 in Irving, Texas to parents Granville Clark Alloway and Marie Yvonne DeAndrea. Linda led a remarkable and fulfilling life, leaving behind a legacy that will be cherished by all who knew her.

In her career journey, Linda showcased her dedication and...

Steven Michael Roach

Steven Michael Roach

Mar 11, 2024

Steven Michael Roach, 70, passed away on March 11, 2024, in Kemp, Texas. He was born on February 17, 1954.