Local Obituaries for Families in Arlington and Hubbard, TX
Brittany Dawn Walker
December 27, 2025
Brittany Dawn Walker was one of those rare souls whose presence filled every space with light. She was vibrant, fearless, and endlessly curious—someone whose laughter could brighten even the heaviest day. Her intelligence was extraordinary; She loved to learn, to explore, and to share that love of knowledge with others. But perhaps the truest measure of her heart was in...
Edna Joan Miller
December 25, 2025
Joan Clark Miller was born in Gonzales, Texas to John Spencer Clark and Edna Lord Clark on May 20,1937 and passed away peacefully in her home on December 25, 2025. Joan grew up in the smalltown of Cheapside, Texas, in a cherished family home that had sheltered generations before her and will continue to shelter generations after. A gifted student,...
Neil Ellis
December 25, 2025
Roy “Neil” Ellis, 77, peacefully passed away in Arlington, Texas on Christmas Day, December 25, 2025 in the company of his wife after a prolonged journey with dementia.
Neil was born on February 8, 1948 in Houston, Texas. He grew up in Sour Lake, Texas, and graduated from Hardin-Jefferson High School in 1966. He went on to play football at and...
Robert Clayton Conn
December 25, 2025
Robert Clayton Conn, 83, of Mansfield, Texas, passed away peacefully on December 25 after a period of declining health.
Robert was born on February 7, 1942, in Tyler, Texas, to Sam and Dean Conn of Mexia, Texas.
He was preceded in death by his beloved wife of 61 years, Sherilyn, and by his sisters, Beverly and Sammie.
He is survived by his sons,...
Kimberly Ann Smith
December 24, 2025
Kimberly Ann Smith, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister, teacher, and friend, passed away peacefully on December 24, 2025, at her home in Arlington, Texas, surrounded by those she loved most.
Born on April 29, 1964, in Biloxi, Mississippi, to Troy Eugene Bowman and Margarett Ann Bowman, Kimberly was raised in Arlington, Texas, where she built lifelong roots and relationships. She...
Ricky Lew Dill
December 23, 2025
Ricky Lew Dill was born on September 18th,1943 to Lewis and Winona Dill in Gorman, TX. His early childhood was spent in Necessity, TX outside of Breckenridge with his extended maternal family of Satterwhites and Langfords. Like scores of other rural families in the early 1950’s, however, Ricky’s family moved to the Dallas/Ft Worth area, eventually settling in Arlington.
As a...
Doland Carlton Maner
December 23, 2025
With reverence, gratitude, and deep faith, we remember and celebrate the extraordinary life of Doland Carlton Maner—a man whose century-long journey was marked by service, love, leadership, and an unwavering devotion to God and community.
Doland Carlton Maner was born on August 7, 1922, in Decatur, Alabama, to Emery Guindoland Maner and Annie Pearl Earwood. At the age of seven, his...
Matthew Sawyer "Matt" Blanton, Jr.
December 23, 2025
Matthew Sawyer Blanton, Jr., was born on June 15, 1941, in Fort Worth, Texas. He passed away peacefully on December 23, 2025, after a life defined by leadership, hard work, and devotion to his family.
A celebration of life will be held at 11am on Friday, January 2, 2026, at Rush Creek Christian Church, 2401 SW Green Oaks Blvd., Arlington, Texas...
Juanita Mae Carney
December 23, 2025
Juanita Mae Carney, lovingly known to many as “Nita,” passed peacefully into the arms of her Savior on December 23, 2025, at the age of 85. Born on August 30, 1940, in Howe, Texas, Grayson County, Juanita lived a life defined by faith, family, and a generous heart that touched countless lives.
She was born to Hulen Virginia Morris and Thelma...
Jane Orlean Wallace
December 23, 2025
Jane Orlean Wallace, beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and devoted servant of both faith and family, passed away peacefully on December 23, 2025, at the remarkable age of 100. Born on August 23, 1925, in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, Jane lived a full and vibrant life marked by love, laughter, service, and unwavering faith in God.
Jane was a devout Christian who grew...
Roberta Mae Brouse
December 22, 2025
Roberta Mae Hill Brouse, affectionately known as “Susie,” passed away peacefully on December 22, 2025, at the home of her granddaughter, Tiffany Brooks-Smith.
Susie was born on July 28, 1922. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Jack Herman Brouse; her Grandson Rusty Thomas Brouse, her parents, Harold M. Hill and Jesse Syrinda Brundige; and her siblings, Katherine, Delores...
Torin Willis
December 22, 2025
Torin Dequan Willis passed away peacefully at his home in Arlington, Texas, on December 22, 2025, at the age of 47.
Torin was born on May 26, 1978, in Atlanta, Georgia. In 1983, his family moved to Abilene, Texas, and later settled in Arlington in 1992—a place that would remain home for the rest of his life.
In the summer of 2000,...
Barbara Kay Zang
December 21, 2025
Barbara Kay Zang, a cherished, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, aunt and friend, passed away peacefully surrounded by loved ones on December 21, 2025. Barb was lovingly raised by Francis Euard and Gladys Smith Euard. Born on January 22, 1943 in Kewanee Illinois, Barb was the embodiment of a Matriarch. She was caring, selfless, and a shining light that was truly...
Eleanor Lynn Bratton
December 21, 2025
Eleanor Lynn Bratton, lovingly known as Lynn, passed peacefully into the presence of her Lord and Savior on December 21, 2025, in Mansfield, Texas, at the age of 87. She was born on March 16, 1938, in Pampa, Texas, to Jewel Tracy Cary and Leta Irene Gillham, who preceded her in death, along with her beloved siblings Glen Cary, Dale...
Michael McWilliams
December 20, 2025
Michael Ronald McWilliams, 85, passed away on Saturday December 20th.
Michael was born in Los Angelas California in 1940. He served in the Air Force and the Army National Guard. He loved his country and was very proud of the time he served. Most of his working life was dedicated to Commercial Real Estate where he maintained Broker’s Licenses in four...
Charles Van Dratwick
December 20, 2025
Charles “Chuck” Van Dratwick, 72, passed away on December 20, 2025, in Dallas, Texas. He was born November 30, 1953, in Decatur, Illinois, to the late Charles J. Dratwick and Doris E. Dratwick.
Chuck spent his early years in Decatur until 1965, carrying those hometown roots with him wherever life took him. He attended St. Paul’s Lutheran School for grade school,...
Scott Michael Helyer
December 20, 2025
Scott Michael Helyer of Mansfield, Texas, passed away peacefully on December 20, 2025 at age 65.
Scott was born on September 30, 1960 in Amarillo, Texas to Ralph and Evelyn Helyer. In 1965 the family moved to Austin, Texas where he spent his childhood playing Little League baseball and golf. Austin remained home for several more years, with Scott attending the...
Jerry Hayden Bailey
December 19, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Jerry Hayden Bailey, a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and friend.
Jerry was born on January 29, 1945, in Oxnard, California, to Tressie Mae (Ward) and Aerick Bailey. When he was just six months old, his family moved to Texas, where he was raised in Fort Worth. Though born in California,...
Beverly Gayle Baker
December 18, 2025
Beverly Gayle Baker, a vibrant and free-spirited soul, passed away peacefully on December 18, 2025, in Arlington, Texas, at the age of 70. Born on October 9, 1955, in Ardmore, Oklahoma, Beverly brought color, warmth, and joy into every room she entered from the very beginning of her life.
Beverly was the beloved daughter of Patsy Follis and the late Dempsey...
