Mildred Leora Esposito
May 13, 2025
With hearts full of love and gratitude, we announce the peaceful passing of Mildred Leora Milam Esposito, who departed this life on May 13, 2025, at the remarkable age of 102. Born on January 17, 1923, in Denison, Texas, Mildred lived a long and inspiring life defined by compassion, resilience, and unwavering devotion to others.
A proud nurse by profession, Mildred...
John Bialas
May 12, 2025
John Henry Bialas, 78, of Mansfield Texas transitioned peacefully in his sleep on May 12, 2025. Born October 22, 1946 in East Lansing, Michigan but growing up in Grand Rapids, John excelled at nearly everything he tried it would seem. This would eventually lead to a scholarship to play golf at Western Michigan for two years before enlisting in the...
Alma Jean Reed
May 11, 2025
“Well done, good and faithful servant... Enter into the joy of your Lord.” – Matthew 25:23
With hearts both heavy with sorrow and full of gratitude for a life well-lived, we announce the peaceful passing of Alma Jean Reed, who was called home to be with the Lord on May 11, 2025, at the age of 75, in Fort Worth, Texas.
Born...
Raymond "Rocky" Johnson
May 10, 2025
Raymond R. “Rocky” Johnson died May 10, 2025. He was born January 5, 1944 to Oscar and Eleanor Johnson in Rockford, Illinois. He came to Arlington, Texas in 1953. He was survived by his brother Roger Johnson, sister-in-law Sharon. Three nieces, Shannon Hassan from Boulder, Colorado. Lisa Ledyard from Arlington, Texas and Natalie Pickney from Miramar, Florida. Six great nieces...
Wanda Ann Marshall
May 10, 2025
Wanda Ann Marshall 1932 – 2025
Wanda Ann Marshall, 92, passed away peacefully on May 10, 2025 after a short battle with lung disease.
Born at home in Fort Worth, Texas, and raised in Dalworthington Gardens (Arlington), Wanda was the youngest of four in the Roberson family. She had a deep love for learning and thrived in school—she often said, “It was...
John Kincaid Anderson
May 9, 2025
John Kincaid Anderson, 72, of Arlington, Texas, passed away peacefully on May 9, 2025. Born on December 31, 1952, in Fort Worth, Texas, he was the beloved son of Austin Anderson and Mary Dodd Anderson. John’s warmth and kindness touched the lives of all who knew him.
A talented chef, John devoted his career to the culinary arts, primarily in the...
Keith Wendell Harris
May 9, 2025
Keith Wendell Harris was born July 22, 1938, in Hunt County, Texas, to Veta Threlkeld Harris and Kermit Will Harris, who both predeceased him. He was their first child, and everyone in the family called him Wendell. As America entered World War II, the family left behind cotton farming and moved to a duplex in Oak Cliff in Dallas, where...
William Pearl Love
May 7, 2025
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of our beloved father, William Pearl Love, who passed away peacefully on May 7, 2025, at the age of 87.
William honorably retired from the United States Air Force as a Master Sergeant. He went on to earn a Bachelor of Business Administration from the University of Arlington. His civilian career took him into...
Lavena Bedford Speier
May 5, 2025
Lavena “Shan” Speier passed away Monday, May 5, 2025 in Covington, Louisiana. Shan was born and raised in Weatherford, Texas. She attended Weatherford High School (WHS) where she played basketball and volleyball. Her Girls Volleyball Team, the 1953 District 4AA champions, were inducted into the WHS Hall of Fame in 2011. She attended Baylor University for a few years, but...
Kelly Aurora Malay
May 5, 2025
Kelly Aurora Malay, beloved wife, mother, daughter, sister, teacher, and friend, passed away peacefully on May 5, 2025, in Dallas, Texas, after a courageous and lengthy battle with cancer. She was 54 years old.
Born on August 13, 1970, in Manchester, Connecticut, Kelly was the cherished daughter of Roger and Sandra Knowles. She grew up with her siblings Keith, Kevin, Barbra,...
Johnny Lamar McKissick
May 5, 2025
Johnny Lamar McKissick, September 4, 1930 - May 5, 2025
Johnny was born in Chattanooga, Tennessee to Burleigh and Pearl (Jordan) McKissick. He will be missed dearly, and remembered for so much—from the way he showed off his scrapbook from high school football days, to his unrivaled sweet tooth, to the way he connected so easily with everyone he met.
His life...
Asher McCrary
May 4, 2025
To my son Asher, my sweet little boy, my pride and joy.
My whole life I've dreamed of the day I'd meet you. I’ve made a lot of mistakes in my life, I've had ups and downs, highs, lows and many many setbacks along the road that led me to you. But then you were born, and from the moment I...
Eugene "Gene" Harold Havran
May 3, 2025
Eugene Harold Havran, age 94, passed away on May 3, 2025. Eugene was born on October 24, 1930, in Megargel, Texas to Albert Havran and Sophia Cernosek Havran.
Gene attended Texas Tech and went on to join the Air Force and served during the Korean War. He loved Texas Tech football, attended many homecoming games with his wife, and rarely missed...
Jay Orozco
May 2, 2025
It is with a heavy heart that we say goodbye to our dear friend and family member, Jay Orozco, who left us on May 2, 2025, just days shy of his 63rd birthday. Born on May 6, 1962, Jay was a self-taught guitar maestro who could pick up any note and play it like magic. He discovered his passion for...
Lela Owens Wade Staples
Apr 29, 2025
Our “mom” passed away at home in New Braunfels, Texas where she loved living her final years with family. She lived an incredible life passing away from old age and a worn-out body. Who can ask for more? Lela was 92, almost 93, born June 26, 1932. Born at St. Josephs Hospital in Fort Worth, Texas and her life, until...
Nicole McNutt
Apr 29, 2025
Nicole Evans McNutt, beloved mother, grandmother, teacher, and friend, passed peacefully into the arms of Jesus on April 29, 2025 at 62 years old.
Born on August 10, 1962, Nicole lived a life marked by deep faith, boundless love, and a passion for teaching that touched countless lives. Nicole loved learning, having received her BS/Elementary Ed and MEd/Public School Administration Certification...
Fred Cook Jr.
Apr 28, 2025
Fred Cook passed away peacefully on April 28, 2025, surrounded by his loving family. Born in Lubbock, Texas, Fred moved to Arlington at a young age and proudly called it home for the rest of his life. He lived with a sense of joy, humility, and an unwavering love for his family, friends, and community.
A proud graduate of Arlington High...
Margaret Ann (Casey) Santarelli
Apr 27, 2025
Margaret Ann (Casey) Santarelli, beloved mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully in Houston, Texas, on April 27, 2025.
Margaret was born on February 2, 1930, in Casper, Wyoming, to John H. Casey and Margaret Peer Casey. She attended Clarke College, an all-women’s college in Dubuque, Iowa, where she excelled academically and graduated in 1952 with a degree in dietetics.
Following her...
Sandra Elizabeth Griffin
Apr 27, 2025
Sandra Elizabeth Gaddis Griffin, 85, passed into the presence of Jesus on April 27, 2025 in Arlington, TX.
Sandy was born on January 6, 1940, to Raeford and Mary Gaddis in Asheboro, NC. She graduated from Asheboro High School in 1958. Sandy married shortly after graduating and became the ideal Marine Corps wife. She worked in retail for much of her...