Obituaries

Local Obituaries for Families in Arlington and Hubbard, TX

Roberta Hildebrandt

Roberta Hildebrandt

Jan 12, 2026

Roberta "Bert" Lee Hildebrandt, 79, of Arlington, Texas, passed away on January 12, 2026. She was born on August 10, 1946, in the Bronx, New York.

Bert grew up in the Bronx and later attended Queens College in New York, where she met the love of her life, Richard William Hildebrandt. They were married on June 29, 1968, beginning a devoted...

David Webster Lane, Sr.

David Webster Lane, Sr.

Jan 12, 2026

David Webster Lane Sr. passed away surrounded by family. He was born on March 12, 1933, in Abilene, Texas, the youngest of eight children.

A celebration of life will be held from 2pm to 5pm on Sunday, February 1, 2026, at Tierra Verde Golf Club, 7005 Golf Club Drive, Arlington, Texas 76001. David will be laid to rest at 2pm on...

Melissa Ann Stephens

Melissa Ann Stephens

Jan 11, 2026

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Melissa Ann Stephens, who left us on January 11, 2026, at the age of 63. Born on August 30, 1962, in Arlington, Texas, Melissa was a beloved daughter, wife, mother, and friend, bringing joy and warmth to all who knew her.

She was the cherished daughter of Donald Knight and...

Frances Jean Babcock

Frances Jean Babcock

Jan 9, 2026

Frances (“Frankie”) Jean Babcock passed away peacefully on January 9, 2026 in Arlington, Texas with her family present. Frankie was born in a coal mining camp in Beardsfork, West Virginia. Frankie’s father, Jerry McMillion, was a coal miner and bootlegger. 

In 1955 Frankie moved to White’s City, New Mexico and started waitressing at The Red Chimney in Carlsbad. At that time,...

Gatha Singleton

Gatha Singleton

Jan 8, 2026

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Gatha Jane Singleton, beloved mother, educator, and cherished friend, who left this world peacefully on January 8, 2026, at the age of 86. Born on July 15, 1939, and she grew up in Alice, Texas, Gatha was a vibrant spirit whose presence will be deeply missed by all who...

Ralph Loyd Zeigler

Ralph Loyd Zeigler

Jan 7, 2026

Ralph Loyd Zeigler, age 93, of Arlington, Texas, passed away peacefully on January 7, 2026, at his residence at Lynridge of Arlington Assisted Living.

He was born on August 6, 1932, to the late Kenneth and Flora (Smith) Zeigler.

Ralph is survived by his six sons: Ralph William “Bill” Zeigler of Reedsville, West Virginia; Kenneth Zeigler of Morgantown, West Virginia; Danny Zeigler...

Vũ Báo Thăng (Thương Phươc)

Vũ Báo Thăng (Thương Phươc)

Jan 7, 2026

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Chúng tôi vô cùng thương tiếc báo tin:

Ông Vũ Báo Thăng (Thương Phươc)

Là con của ông Vưu Đệ và bà Huỳnh Thị Kiêu.

Là chồng của bà Mai Thì Chia.

Là cha của chị Vũ Huỳnh Mai (trưởng nữ) và chị Vũ Như-Mài (út nữ).

Ông đã an nghỉ trong niềm tiếc thương vô hạn của gia đình và người thân.

Nguyện cầu...

John Vernon Howard

John Vernon Howard

Jan 5, 2026

John Vernon Howard, 86, passed away peacefully on January 5, 2026, in Bedford, Texas. He was born on October 31, 1939, in Des Moines, Iowa, to Vernon Martin Howard and Audentia Bea De Long Howard. John was a force of personality. With a love of life, he valued his faith, his family, and friends throughout his incredible life.

Growing up in...

Barbara Jean Gill

Barbara Jean Gill

Jan 4, 2026

Barbara Jean Gill was born on August 27, 1946, in Chicago, Illinois, to Dorothy Sartain and Elmer Sharp and passed away on January 4, 2026, after a courageous journey with Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS).Barbara was married for 54 years to her beloved husband, Kenneth, who preceded her in death. Together, they built a life grounded in commitment, faith, and family....

Eddie Frank Murphy

Eddie Frank Murphy

Jan 2, 2026

Eddie “Ed, Irish” Frank Murphy, 83, of Arlington, Texas, peacefully passed away on January 2, 2026.

Born on February 11, 1942, in Prairie Grove, Arkansas, Ed was the son of Edward and Grace Murphy.

He lived a full, vibrant, and well-traveled life. From road bikes to dirt bikes, his passion for adventure—shared with his beloved wife, Bennie, and fellow motorcycle enthusiasts—carried him...

Robert Wilburn Smith

Robert Wilburn Smith

Jan 2, 2026

Robert Wilburn Smith, 102, of Fort Worth, Texas, passed away peacefully on January 2, 2026.

Born November 5, 1923, in Leonard, Texas, Robert lived a remarkable life rooted in service, hard work, and adventure. A proud veteran, he served as a sergeant in the United States Army during World War II. After the war, he dedicated 42 loyal years to Vought...

Timothy Linn Conaway "Tim"

Timothy Linn Conaway "Tim"

Jan 1, 2026



Timothy Linn Conaway Known only as “Tim” passed away Thursday, January 1, 2026. He was 60 years old. He was preceded in death by his father, Harold Conaway, his uncle, Charles Hughes, and his aunt, Linda Worley.

He is survived by his mother, LaVerne Conaway, of Grand Prairie, TX, his aunt, Rosalyn Saffle of Waco, TX, several cousins and numerous friends.

He...

Aaron Andre Brooks, Sr.

Aaron Andre Brooks, Sr.

Jan 1, 2026

Aaron Andre Brooks, Sr., passed away on January 1, 2026, in Wichita Falls, Texas. He was 42 years old.

Aaron was born on August 13, 1983, in Chicago, Illinois, to Mark Hendricks and Sheryl Brooks. He was a proud graduate of Paul Robeson High School in Chicago and later went on to serve his country honorably in the United States Navy,...

James Arlin Hutto

James Arlin Hutto

Jan 1, 2026

James “Jim” Arlin Hutto, age 84, passed away peacefully on January 1, 2026, in Arlington, Texas, just days before his 85th birthday.

Jim was born on January 4, 1941, in Corpus Christi, Texas, to Cecil Everett Hutto and Arthurine Allen Hutto. He spent his early childhood in Barbers Hill before moving to Baytown, Texas, during his high school years. He graduated...

Opal Janell Smith

Opal Janell Smith

Dec 30, 2025

Opal Janell Smith, a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away on December 30, 2025, in Arlington, Texas. She was born on April 18, 1948, in Kentucky and lived a life defined by hard work, generosity, and unwavering devotion to her family.

Janell grew up in West Virginia as one of nine children, where she learned early the importance...

Brittany Dawn Walker

Brittany Dawn Walker

Dec 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

Edna Joan Miller

Dec 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

Neil Ellis

Dec 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...

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