Local Obituaries for Families in Arlington and Hubbard, TX
Lloyd Richard Van Guilder
September 20, 2025
Lloyd Van Guilder, 81, of Arlington, Texas, passed away peacefully on Saturday, September 20, 2025. He was born on February 18, 1944, and lived a life marked by strength, loyalty, and a wonderful sense of humor that touched everyone close enough to see it.
He was preceded in death by his beloved wife of 61 years, Judy Van Guilder; his daughter,...
Paul B. Gillespie
September 19, 2025
Paul B. Gillespie passed away on September 19, 2025, in Mansfield, Texas, after a long and courageous battle with numerous health challenges over the past two decades. He is now pain-free and at rest with his Savior.
A proud United States Marine, Paul served honorably as a tank crewman during the Vietnam War. His service and sacrifice were a defining part...
Ronald Lee Wankowicz Sr.
September 19, 2025
Ronald Lee Wankowicz, 89, of Arlington, Texas, passed away peacefully in his home surrounded by family on September 19, 2025.
Born in Dearborn, Michigan, Ronald lived a life defined by faith, service, and devotion to family. For 63 years he was the beloved husband of Wilma Wankowicz, a devoted father, a proud grandfather, and a cherished great-grandfather.
Ronald honorably served his country...
James Doyle Smith
September 19, 2025
James Doyle Smith, 78, of Arlington, Texas, passed away peacefully at home on September 19, 2025, after a short illness.
James was born on September 20, 1946, in Alexandria, Louisiana, to Woodrow W. Smith and Marcia Elaine Tison. He grew up in several small towns across rural Louisiana before moving to Crystal Springs, Mississippi, where he graduated from Crystal Springs High...
Dwain Carroll Miller
September 19, 2025
Dwain Carroll Miller, age 88, of Mansfield, Texas passed away peacefully on Friday, September 19, 2025. As a devoted husband, father, Papa/Poppy and friend, he lived his life rooted in faith, service and love.
Born on March 17, 1937 in Bishop, Texas, Dwain was the son of Durwood and Lorene Miller. He graduated from Bishop High School and Texas A &...
Ruby Ione Brewton
September 17, 2025
In Loving Memory of Ruby Ione Brewton
January 25, 1937 – September 17, 2025
Ruby Ione Brewton, age 88, passed away peacefully on September 17, 2025, at her home in Santa Fe Trails Assisted Living in Cleburne, Texas, surrounded by her loving family.
Born in Arlington, Texas, Ruby was known for her love of cooking—especially her famous Pear Bread, which she generously shared...
Matthew David Worley
September 16, 2025
Matthew David Worley, beloved son, brother, and friend, entered into eternal life on September 16, 2025, in Arlington, Texas, at the age of 40. Born on June 26, 1985, in Dallas, Texas, Matt was a radiant presence in the lives of all who knew him—a source of strength, light, and unwavering love.
Matt was the cherished son of William D. and...
Maria Simona Gaytan
September 16, 2025
Obituario de María Simona Gaytán – Esquivel
(18 de febrero de 1936 – 16 de septiembre de 2025)
Con profunda tristeza, pero con la esperanza firme en las promesas del Señor, la familia Gaytán – Esquivel anuncia el fallecimiento de nuestra amada María Simona Gaytán – Esquivel, quien partió a la presencia de Dios rodeada del amor de su familia.
Nació el 18...
Annamarie Brancaccio
September 15, 2025
Annamarie (Vachal) Brancaccio passed away peacefully at home surrounded by family on September 15, 2025, at the age of 83. Annamarie was the beloved wife of Salvatore John Brancaccio, and much-loved mother, grandmother, aunt, cousin and friend. Born on December 11, 1941, in Lindsborg, Kansas, Annamarie was the cherished daughter of Charles Edward Vachal and Helen A.E. Johnson. Annamarie grew...
Ronald Edward Barzyk
September 13, 2025
Ronald Edward Barzyk, 80, passed away peacefully on Saturday, September 13, 2025, in Arlington, Texas.
Born on March 6, 1945, in Endicott, New York, Ron was the son of Ralph and Anna Barzyk. He grew up in Owego, New York, where he developed a love for the outdoors and fishing, interests that remained with him throughout his life.
Ron proudly served his...
Charles "Phil" Phillip Bullard
September 11, 2025
With deep love and profound sadness, we announce the passing of Charles “Phil” Phillip Bullard, who went home to be with his Lord and Savior on September 11, 2025, in Arlington, Texas. He was 89 years old.
Phil was born on November 24, 1935, in Bisbee, Arizona, to Elmer Bullard and Alice Witherspoon. Raised with strong values of faith, kindness, and...
Milton Dirk Bullard
September 9, 2025
Milton Dirk Bullard, 59, of Arlington, Texas died too young on September 9, 2025. Dirk was born in Arlington February 21, 1966, at Arlington Memorial Hospital. He went through Arlington Independent School District where his mother Cynthia was a teacher and school counselor, attending Hill Elementary, Bailey Junior High, and Arlington High Schools. Dirk graduated from Texas Christian University after...
David G. Urwiller
September 8, 2025
David Gene Urwiller, age 78, passed away in Arlington, Texas on September 8, 2025 and heard his Savior say, “Well done, good and faithful servant”. David was born on March 12, 1947 in Grand Island, Nebraska to Mearl Henry Urwiller and Delores Lola (Hendrickson) Urwiller, who preceded him in death.
David graduated from Bethany Nazarene College (now Southern Nazarene University) in...
Felisita Faye Sustaita
September 7, 2025
Felisita Faye Sustaita, 75, passed away on September 7, 2025. Born on July 12, 1950, in Coahoma, Mississippi to Mary and Felix Orta, Faye spent her formative years in the South before relocating to Texas with her family.
A memorial service will be held in her honor at 2pm on Wednesday, September 24, 2025 at Wade Family Funeral Home, Arlington, Texas....
Veronica Lynne Zoey Delapaz
September 6, 2025
Our precious daughter, Veronica Lynne Zoey Delapaz, was with us for just eight days, but her presence left a lifetime of love in our hearts. Born on August 29, 2025, she came into the world with a spirit that touched everyone who met her. Though her time here was brief, she knew only love, warmth, and the tender embrace of...
Karen Ann Howland
September 6, 2025
Karen Ann Howland, beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and devoted servant of the Lord, went to rest in the arms of Jesus on September 6, 2025, at the age of 83. A resident of Arlington, Texas, Karen previously made her home in Lincoln, Nebraska, where she touched countless lives through her music, faith, and kindness.
A gifted concert pianist and musician, Karen...
Robert L. "Bob" Mere
September 6, 2025
Robert Lawrence "Bob" Mere was born in Massena, New York on April 4, 1947 to proud parents, Edward and Anita Mere. After high school, Bob proudly served in the United States Army from 1965 to 1968. After his discharge from the army, he moved to Flint, Michigan where he raised four children and was employed at General Motors. After retirement,...
Sergeant Major (Ret.) Adolf Paul Knackstedt
September 5, 2025
Adolf Paul Knackstedt, 90, of Fayetteville, NC passed away Friday, September 5, 2025. He was the third of four children (Franz, Johann and Christine) born to immigrants Johann Knackstedt and Theresia nee Bauer Knackstedt on October 20, 1934 in the Bronx Borough of New York City. There he was raised until the age of six when the Knackstedt Family returned...
