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Iris “Denna” Lynch

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Iris “Denna” Lynch
January 24, 1940 – July 21, 2019
FORESTBURG – Iris “Denna” Lynch, 79, went home to be with the Lord on July 21, 2019 in Bowie, TX.
The family received friends from 6 to 8 p.m. on June 22 at The White Family Funeral Home in Bowie.
A funeral service was at 2 p.m. on July 23 at Forestburg Baptist Church with Pastors Tim Neely and Micah Caswell officiating.
Burial followed at New Harp Cemetery in New Harp.
Iris Dean (Better known as Denna) Cowley Lynch was born on Jan. 24, 1940 in Newport. She is the daughter of Richard and Birdie Cowley and she had one older sister, Virgie Neeld. Denna married John Carver in 1959 in Bowie. They had two daughters, Kellie Carver Alker and Kerri Carver Hudson.
Denna received her beauty license and worked in a beauty shop in the early stages of her marriage. They move to Bowie in 1970 where they owned the Bowie Cleaners and then became partners in Hudson’s Restaurant. John and Denna divorced in 1976.
Denna married Gordy Lynch in Forestburg on July 15, 1978. Denna gained two new daughters on that day, Melody Lynch Hamilton and Keela Lynch.
Denna worked at the Bowie Clinic from 1977 to 1987. Gordy and Denna then owned and operated Denna’s Restaurant from 1987 to 1997. Denna also worked at the Forestburg Post Office before she retired to become Gordy’s “Right Hand Man.”
She is preceded in death by her parents; sister, Virgie Neeld and great granddaughter, Evany Barragan.
Denna is survived by her husband, Gordy Lynch, Forestburg; daughters, Kellie Tyree Carver Alker and husband Jeff, Kerri Deon Carver Hudson and husband Kenny, Melody LaShale Lynch Hamilton and Keela Kazan Lynch; grandchildren, Jordan Alker, Jansen Alker, Skyler Fluitt, Kyler Fluitt, Shayde Fluitt, Jesi Ramsey, Sami Moore, Robert Hudson, Hanna Hudson, Felecia Pigg and Frankie Pigg; and nine great grandchildren.
Should friends desire, memorials can be made in honor of Denna to the Forestburg Volunteer Fire Department at 261 Gainesville St. Forestburg, TX 76239.
Arrangements entrusted to The White Family Funeral Home of Bowie.
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Roberto Hernandez

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September 18, 1991 – January 2, 2025
BOWIE – Roberto Hernandez Valadez, 33, went to be with the Lord on Jan. 2, 2025, surrounded by family and friends.
A visitation will be on from 6-8 p.m. on Jan. 10 at the White Family Funeral Home in Bowie.
The funeral service will take place at 2 p.m. on Jan. 11 at the Montague County Cowboy Church in Montague with Pastor Gregg Shaw officiating. The family will also receive friends from 1-2 p.m. at the church prior to the service.
Burial will follow at Hopewell Cemetery near Stoneburg with pallbearers, Cezar Chavez, Irving Perez, Stacy Rater, Jesus Moreno, Miguel Gonzalez, Ruben Gonzalez and honorary pallbearer, Eduardo Hernandez.
Roberto was born on Sept. 18, 1991 to Roberto Hernandez Sr. and Raquel Valadez in Guadalupe D.B. Chihuahua, Mexico. After graduation from Bowie High School in 2010, he had numerous jobs working at McDonald’s and Dos Chilis. He then went to work in the oilfield for Pipe Maintenance Inspection in Springtown, Energy Service Company in Bowie, Nichols Oil Tools in San Angelo, Elite Hydrostatic Testing, LLC in Bowie, Elite Irrigation in Bowie and various other side jobs.
Roberto loved to spend time with his daughter, Yariana Paulete Holguin, and lived life to the fullest. He enjoyed going to Iron Sharpens Iron Men’s Bible Study and church services at Central Baptist Church in Bowie, Clay County Pioneer Reunion, the lake and spending time with family and friends.
Roberto is survived by his stepmom, Melina Chavez Hernandez; brother, Irving Perez; sisters, Mayra Odalis Chavez and Rosa Chavez; biological mom, Raquel Valadez; biological dad, Roberto Hernandez Sr.; daughter, Yariana Paulete Holguin; biological sisters, Yuliana Hernandez and Adilene Hernandez; half brother, Pablo Hernandez; special friends, the Nored Family and the Rater Family; as well as many cousins, nieces and nephews.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Central Baptist Church, 710 W. Wise Street in Bowie, Texas.
Arrangements entrusted to the White Family Funeral Home of Bowie, TX.
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Jean Crowder Angove

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August 15, 1921 – January 3, 2025

BOWIE – Jean Crowder Angove, 103, fondly remembered as a passionate advocate for the city she cherished, passed away on Jan. 3, 2025.
Jean was born on Aug.15, 1921, in Hall, TX. She was the daughter of William Lester Crowder and Edna Theodora Fowler Crowder.
Jean, as she was affectionately known, spent her later years in Bowie, where she fostered a legacy of service and goodwill that touched the hearts of many.
Throughout her life, Jean displayed an unwavering commitment to the betterment of her community, actively participating in various organizations such as the chamber of commerce, Camp Fire Girls and Montague County Board of Realtors. Her involvement was not only rooted in service, but also in celebration, exemplified by her vibrant participation in the annual Jim Bowie Days Celebration. Her contributions were recognized through awards like the Outstanding Woman of the Year in 1972 and the Frances Brite Citizen of the Year in 2009, highlighting her impactful presence.
She is preceded in death by her husband, John Angove; her brother, Glen Tress Crowder and her sister, Nan Crowder Park.
Jean is survived by her son, Ray Angove and his wife Dawn of Gordonville, along with her grandson, Tyler Angove and his wife Erin, and their children, Park and Elloree, who reside in Sumter, SC.
In lieu of a memorial service, her family suggests memorial contributions be made to the Bowie Education Foundation, embodying her belief in future generations and education. Bowie Education Foundation Attn: Ruth Cordell at P.O. Box 992, Bowie, TX 76230 for the account at Jacksboro Bank – see Alan Miller. Although she has passed on, her spirit remains etched into the heart of Bowie, echoing her boundless enthusiasm and legacy of service.
Her life stands as a testament to community dedication and personal integrity, one that will continue to inspire those who knew her. Jean leaves behind a collection of cherished memories and invaluable contributions that ensure she will never be forgotten.
Arrangements entrusted to the White Family Funeral Home of Bowie, TX.
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Mary ‘Anna’ Lyon

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December 20, 1936 – December 26, 2024

BOWIE – Mary “Anna” Lyon, 88, died on Dec. 26, 2024 in Wichita Falls.
A memorial service will take place at 11 a.m. on Jan. 4, 2025, at the White Family Funeral Home in Bowie with Pastor Dwyane Lamberson officiating.
She was born Dec. 20, 1936, in Levelland, to Charlie and Myrtle (New) Vinyard. She married Ervin Lyon on June 5, 1954, and spent her days as a homemaker, raising their two sons.
She is preceded in death by her parents; husband; five brothers and four sisters.
She is survived by her sons, Danny Lyon and Joe Lyon, both of Bowie; four grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren; two great-great-grandchildren; sisters, Patsy Salter, Lubbock and Martha Turnbow, Gatesville and numerous nieces and nephews.
Arrangements entrusted to the White Family Funeral Home of Bowie.

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