Local Obituaries for Families in Arlington and Hubbard, TX

August 8, 2026

Loraine Jessie Barkhurst, 92, of Arlington, Texas, was called to heaven on August 8, 2026.

Loraine was born on June 27, 1934, the beloved daughter of Edward and Clara (Rodemeyer) Bertelsen. Loraine grew up on a small farm near Thornton, IA. with her 4 brothers and 2 sisters.

Loraine graduated from Thornton High School. During her senior year, Loraine was selected as...

August 6, 2026

Mavis "Rusty" Jean Nawrocki, 75, of Arlington, Texas, peacefully left this world on August 6, 2026. Although there is grief, her family rejoices in her homecoming. Born on September 28, 1950, in Fairmont, Minnesota, Rusty’s spunky personality and genuine care for her family and friends will be missed.

Rusty married her devoted husband, Joseph W. Nawrocki, and together they forged a...

August 5, 2026

Mattie Effie Brewton Foster, affectionately known throughout her life as Effie, passed away on Wednesday, August 5, 2026, in Arlington, Texas, at the remarkable age of 106.

Born on June 10, 1920, in Arlington, Effie was the daughter of Elliott Connor Brewton and Tillie Isbell Brewton. She was one of ten children and the last surviving member of her siblings. Except...

August 4, 2026

Richard (Dick) Allen Townsend, 97, of Arlington, Texas passed away August 4, 2026 at his home in Arlington.

Dick was born April 21,1929 in Auburn, New York to Erle and Lura Townsend. In his early teens he spent summers working on his grandmother’s farm. During high school he lived and worked on the farm year-round. He graduated from Union Springs High...

August 3, 2026

Joan Caroline Conroy was born on July 15, 1944, in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, to Robert Waterman and Marion Riese. A devoted wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, Joan will be remembered for the love, warmth, and joy she brought to the lives of those around her.

Joan attended the University of Wisconsin–Milwaukee. She devoted much of her life to caring for her...

August 3, 2026

Shirley Lea (Reed) Kenyon

July 22, 1935 – August 3, 2026

Shirley Kenyon finished her earthly race and was welcomed into Glory by her Savior and Lord Jesus Christ on the afternoon of August 3, 2026. In the week before she passed, all six of her children were able to spend time with her.

Shirley was born in Gridley, a small town in...

August 3, 2026

Mary Gale Walsh, age 82, was called to her eternal home on August 3, 2026, after a long, quiet battle with Alzheimer’s dementia. She leaves behind a legacy of unconditional love, kindness, laughter, creativity, and devotion to her family, friends, and beloved pets.

Mary “Gale” was born in Rockford, IL, on January 22, 1944, to Vernon and Frances Gilmore. She was...

August 2, 2026

Peggie Jean Matthews, born on March 4, 1936, in Taylorsville, Mississippi, passed away peacefully on August 2, 2026, in Arlington, Texas. She will be remembered as a devoted mother, a talented hairdresser, and an elegant presence in the lives of all who knew her.

Peggie’s love for her family was second only to her love for Jesus Christ. Her faith was...

August 2, 2026

August 2, 2026

Kathryn (York) Pruitt went to her eternal heavenly home to be with her Savior and the other redeemed saints on August 2, 2026.

Kathryn was born as Kathryn Jean Ward on November 19, 1931, in Montalba, Texas, and grew up in Montalba, Tennessee Colony, and Palestine, Texas. Kathryn was a 1949 graduate of Palestine High School and went on to study...

August 2, 2026

Patricia Marquita "Pat" Lyle, lovingly known as "Nanny" by her family, entered the presence of her Lord and Savior on August 2, 2026, in Arlington, Texas, at the age of 83.

Patricia was born on December 28, 1942, in Gorman, Texas, in Eastland County, to Garland B. Boyd and Ila Mae Singleton. She was raised with the values of faith, family,...

July 31, 2026

In Loving Memory of Lavon Lois (Schutte) Wirkler

Lavon Lois (Schutte) Wirkler, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, aunt, and friend, passed away peacefully on July 31, 2026, at the age of 81. Born on October 7, 1944, in Postville, Iowa, to Arnold and Ruth (Geno) Schutte, Lavon lived a life defined by kindness, generosity, unwavering love, and a heart that was...

July 29, 2026

In Loving Memory of Delmar Bell Messer

Delmar Bell Messer, age 92, passed away peacefully on July 29, 2026, in Arlington, Texas. He was born on May 14, 1934, in Niagara Falls, New York, to James Allen Messer and Minnie Belle Ferguson.

Delmar lived a life defined by faith, service, hard work, and generosity. He proudly served his country in the United...

July 28, 2026

Stephen “Steve” Vance Kittelson, 76, passed away peacefully in his sleep on July 28, 2026, at the Avalon Alzheimer’s and Memory Care Center in Arlington, Texas.

Born on August 26, 1949, in Tulsa, Oklahoma, Steve was the son of Jules Vance Kittelson and Marjorie Smith Kittelson. He grew up in Arlington, Texas, alongside his brother, David Burton Kittelson, forming a close-knit...

July 27, 2026

Jerry Burgess, 82, passed away peacefully on July 27, 2026 at his home in Grand Prairie, Texas surrounded by his family, leaving behind a remarkable legacy in the Quarter Horse racing industry as a champion jockey, respected racing official, and true gentleman.

Born in Heavener, OK on December 26, 1943 to Melvin and Myra Burgess. Jerry developed a love for horses...

July 25, 2026

Earnest Eugene "Skip" Holley

Earnest Eugene "Skip" Holley, lovingly known to family and friends as Skip, passed away at the age of 89. Born on February 12, 1937, in Cumby, Texas, Skip was the son of Clyde and Lucile Holley, both of whom preceded him in death.

Raised on a small farm in Cumby, Texas, Skip's life was the embodiment of the...

July 25, 2026

Pedro "Pete" Tejeda, 75, passed peacefully into the arms of the Lord on Saturday, July 25, 2026.

Born on January 6, 1951, in Santa Barbara, California, to Felipe Guadalupe Tejeda and Guadalupe Gonzalez Tejeda, Pete was raised in Carpinteria, where he developed the strong work ethic, humility, and dedication that guided him throughout his life.

Pete proudly served in the United States...

July 23, 2026

In Loving Memory of Margie Jean Watson Rodgers March 6, 1953 – July 23rd, 2026

With grateful hearts for a life beautifully lived and faith unwavering, we celebrate the homegoing of Margie Jean Watson Rodgers, who entered the presence of her Savior on July 23rd, 2026, after a life devoted to Christ, her family, and serving others with kindness and joy.

Margie...

July 22, 2026

Ralph Nelson Copeland, born April 21, 1953, in Grapevine, Texas, passed away on July 22, 2026, at the age of 73.

Ralph was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle, and friend. He and his wife, Melanie Copeland, shared 53 years of marriage and a life built together. He was the father of son Chris Copeland with his wife, Brandy, and...

July 20, 2026

Robert Cole Larmer passed peacefully on July 20, 2026. His passing marks the close of a life blessed with family and lifelong friends. Bob was born to Jack Battle Larmer and Norma Ruth Cole in Fort Worth Texas on October 12, 1944.

He attended Eastern Hills High school where he excelled in basketball and forged friendships that continue to this day....