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James “Jimi” Divine

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James “Jimi” Divine
April 8, 1986 – December 26, 2018
WICHITA FALLS – James “Jimi” Divine, 32, passed away suddenly on the morning of Dec. 26, 2018.
The family received friends between 6 to 8 p.m. on Dec. 30 at Owens & Brumley Funeral Home in Wichita Falls.
A celebration of Jimi’s life was at 1 p.m. on Jan. 2 at The Wichita Theatre, 919 Indiana Ave, Wichita Falls with Pastor Tim Hoke officiating.
Interment will follow at Burkburnett Cemetery under the direction of Owens & Brumley Funeral Home in Wichita Falls.
Jimi was born to Julie and Johnny Divine on April 8, 1986 in Wichita Falls. A life-long resident of Wichita Falls, Jimi attended Alamo Elementary, Kirby Junior and Rider High Schools. Jimi was a talented and much loved husband, son, brother, musician and friend to many.
Known variously as the Blues Man or Mr. Strat, Jimi began his journey in music from behind the drum kit. After winning a battle of the bands competition in high school, he began experimenting with and mastering the guitar. While his early sound was heavily influenced by Mitch Mitchel of the Jimi Hendrix Experience, he soon developed a unique style that brought attention from the local music community and invitations to join new, upcoming and established bands. As he matured as an artist, Jimi began composing original music and helping others record their music as the sound engineer at Outback Studios. While never losing love for his hometown, Jimi took advantage of his musical talent to tour the United States.
While Jimi’s first passion was music, his love of food and cooking was a close second. All who knew Jimi had the pleasure of dining on his special version of chicken alfredo or broccoli casserole. It was through music and his love of food that he met his best friend and future wife, Jamie. They married on Halloween night in 2014.
Through music, Jimi’s voice rang true. Through a unique and endearing sense of humor, Jimi’s personality enchanted all and helped form friendships that endure. Jimi “Mr. Strat” Divine leaves behind a community that cherished his talent, humor and love of Texas. He also leaves behind family, friends and band mates that are forever in his debt. The kindness and generosity on full display in his life comfort those left behind. All that knew Jimi are better for having had him in their lives.
He was preceded in death by his grandparents, John James Divine Sr., Emil Stephen Pirano and Isabella Marie Pirano.
He is survived by his loving parents, mother, Juily Divine and, father, Johnny Divine and Ann Hearne; best friend and wife, Jamie; and his step-children, Casey, Kevin and Kyrah; two adoring brothers, Mathew and his wife Eva, Germany and Mackey, Wichita Falls; grandparents, Willa Divine and Howard Matthews; aunts and uncles, Marla Divine and son, John Edgar, Susan Richardson, Jasmine and Pete Peterson, Rosie and Frank Macomber, Vincent and Lisa Pirano, Rene’ Pirano and Edgar Shockley; “Chief” his beloved dog; niece, Anna; and numerous cousins, family and friends.
In honor of Jimi being an organ donor, the family requests memorials be made in his honor to P.E.T.S., 500 Wichita St, Wichita Falls, TX 76306; The ARC of Wichita County, 3115 Buchanan St, Wichita Falls, TX 76308; The Texas Pit Crew; or to a charity of your choice.
Condolences may be sent to the family at www.owensandbrumley.com

Owens & Brumley Funeral Home
1317 9th Street | Wichita Falls, TX 76301
940-322-3181 | www.owensandbrumley.com

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Brenda Sue Durham Jones

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August 29, 1963 – June 5, 2025
NOCONA – Brenda Sue Durham Jones, 61, died on June 5, 2025 in Nocona, TX with her sisters and niece by her side.
A celebration of life will take place at 2 p.m. on June 29 at Terral First Baptist Church in Terral, OK with Pastor Mark Kunkel officiating.
She was born on Aug. 29, 1963 in Bowie to Curtis Don Durham and Emma Nell Reynolds.
She is preceded in death by her parents, Pete and Nell Durham; grandparents, Earl and Ruby Reynolds; and brother, Jerry Durham.
She is survived by her husband, Allan Gann, Nocona; children, Misty Torres, New Mexico, Lisa Jones, Gordonville, Chris Jones, Whitney and Tony Jones, Bowie; 11 grandchildren, four great-grandchildren; sisters, Beverly Jones, Bowie, Barbara Foster, Bowie, Betty Patton,Waco, Becky McCullar, Stoneburg and Bobbie Barnett, Stoneburg; brother, Curtis Durham Jr., Bowie and a host of aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and cousins.
Memorial donations may be made to a charity of choice.

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Kenneth Wayne Monroe

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June 16, 1937- June 13, 2025
BOWIE – Kenneth Wayne Monroe, 87, died peacefully on June 13, 2025, at his home in Bowie, TX.
Family visitation will be from 6-8 p.m. on June 19 at the White Family Funeral home.
A funeral service will be at 10 a.m. on June 20 at the White Family Funeral Home with Rex Hamilton officiating. Burial will follow at Elmwood Cemetery.
Friends and family are welcome at 1000 Central Ave. for food and drink and further visitation after the service.
Kenneth was born June 16, 1937, in Park Springs, TX. He was the youngest of eight children in a farming family, eventually taking over the farm at a young age after his siblings had moved away. He graduated from Alvord High School in 1955 and played basketball.
In 1959 he married the love of his life Joyce Ann Thompson. They had two sons, Steve and Larry. Kenneth worked in the oil field in various areas from roustabout to production foreman. Later he started his own oil field construction business with his sons. He finished his career at Lockheed prior to retirement in 2003. He enjoyed watching his family grow, raising Boer goats, watching sports and classic westerns.
He is preceded in death by his wife of 52 years, Joyce Ann Thompson Monroe in 2011, and son, Larry Monroe in 2024.
Kenneth is survived by son, Steve Monroe and wife Randi, Bowie; grandsons, Tanner Monroe and wife Sarah, Royse City, Brian Monroe, Bowie and Kyler Monroe and wife Whitney, Forestburg; and great-grandchildren, Dallie, Kash, Anika and Emory.
Kenneth was a hard worker, loyal friend, husband, father and uncle to his numerous nieces and nephews. He will be deeply missed. Special thanks go to his friend and caregiver Melody Hamilton. The family also wants to thank Angels Care Home Health and Hospice, and Right at Home caregivers who loved and cared for him in his final chapter of a very full life and we are forever grateful.
Arrangements are entrusted to the White Family Funeral Home of Bowie.
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Mary Lou (Tanner) Fenoglio

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March 3, 1930 – June 10, 2025
RINGGOLD – Mary Lou (Tanner) Fenoglio, 95, died June 10, 2025 in Cherry Street Village in Nocona.
A visitation was at 6 p.m. on June 13 at Jerry Woods Funeral Home in Nocona.
The funeral service was at 10:30 a.m. on June 14 at Jerry Woods Funeral Home, officiated by Pastor Craig Rolen. Pallbearers were Bob Henry, Joe A. Staley, Johnny Reynolds, Scott Hinton, Mike Weatherly and Rusty Weatherly. Interment followed in Ringgold Cemetery.
Fenoglio was born in Fleetwood, OK on March 3, 1930 to Zabud Lucas Tanner and Norma Saunders Tanner. She was one of 13 children.
She and Sonny lived in Stanfield and Ringgold all of their married life, where they farmed and raised cattle. Besides being a homemaker, she served Ringgold and Muenster post offices. She served as election judge in Ringgold for several decades. She was very active throughout her life, playing softball into her 40’s and learning to swim in her 50’s.
She was preceded in death by her husband of 67 years, Fenix Tony (Sonny) Fenoglio; granddaughter, Lane and son, Larry.
She is survived by daughter Diane Conrady, Windthorst; one daughter-in-law; three grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; sister, Bettye Williams, Terral; one brother-in-law and two sisters-in-law.
In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorials to Lane Fenoglio Memorial Scholarship, Ringgold Cemetery Association, or Ringgold Volunteer Fire Department. Memorials may be mailed to Janna Fenoglio, 375 Fite Road, Ringgold, TX 76261.

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