OBITUARIES

Roy Donald Williams

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4 years ago

07/14/2020

May 25, 1933 – July 11, 2020
DENTON – Roy Donald Williams, 87, went to be with the Lord on July 11, 2020 in Carrollton, TX.
The graveside service took place at 10:30 a.m. on July 14 at Salona Cemetery with the Rev. Ron Abbott officiating. Honorary pallbearers include David Williams, Tony Busby, Jay Higgs, Jeff Elder, James Busby, Gary Scroggins, Ray Morton and Dennis Thaxton.
Roy was born May 25, 1933 in the Denver Community, near Sunset to Joy Clay and Leta (Jackson) Williams. He served in the United States Army from 1953-1955 followed by six years in the Army Reserves. He began his 37-year career with the Texas Department of Public Safety in Dallas. He was stationed in Clarksville, Bowie, Baytown and San Antonio. Roy served as a state trooper, sergeant and lieutenant; retiring in 1994. Roy married Docia Schultz on Dec. 1, 1984.
After retirement he and his wife loved to travel. They were avid cruisers and enjoyed seeing the world on nearly 100 different cruises. Roy was a Worship Master for the Texas eight and Blue Bonnet #1219 Masonic Lodge in San Antonio. He also was a member of the Scottish Rite and Shriner in San Antonio. He loved playing golf with his buddies, hunting and spending time with his Labrador Retrievers.
He is preceded in death by his parents, son, John Michael Williams, two brothers, Jerry and Ronnie Williams, and two sisters, Amy Nichols and Bonnie Scroggins.
Roy is survived by his loving wife of 36 years, Docia Williams; daughters, Michelle Williams, San Antonio and Sarah Thaxton and husband Dennis, Burke, VA; brother, Larry Williams and wife Juanita, Bowie; sisters, Linda Randles, Bowie and Maxine (Sue) Higgs, Decatur; numerous nieces and nephews, extended family and a host of friends.
Arrangements entrusted to the White Family Funeral Home of Bowie.

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OBITUARIES

Kelsi Jordyn Fulbright

Published

3 days ago

11/15/2024

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November 3, 2024 – November 10, 2024
NOCONA – Kelsi Jordyn Fulbright, infant, died Nov. 10, 2024.
A visitation was from 6 to 7 p.m. Nov. 13 at Jerry Woods Funeral Home. A funeral service was at 2 p.m. Nov. 14 at Bethel Baptist Church with Pastor James Messer as the officiant. Interment followed in Spanish Fort Cemetery.
She was born Nov. 3, 2024, in Wichita Falls. For one week her mother and close family members were given the opportunity to love on her, pray over her and create small memories with her and each other. She was born at 7 pounds 15 ounces and 19 inches long. Though her stature was small and her life on earth was short, her impact was huge.
She was preceded in death by three uncles.
She is survived by her parents, Unity McGowan and Josh Fulbright; half-brother, Joseph Bax; her grandparents; her great-grandparents and numerous aunts, uncles and cousins.
Memorial donations may be made to Cook Children’s Hospital Spiritual Department, 801 7th Ave., Fort Worth, TX 76104.
Arrangements entrusted to Jerry Woods Funeral Home of Nocona.

OBITUARIES

J.C. “Pat” Foreman

Published

6 days ago

11/12/2024

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September 28, 1947 – November 9, 2024
JACKSBORO – J.C. Foreman, 77, lovingly known as Pat, passed away on Nov. 9, 2024 at his home in Jacksboro.
A visitation was from 9 to 10 a.m. Nov. 12 at Coker Funeral Home in Jacksboro. A funeral service followed the visitation. Burial took place at Newport Cemetery.
He was born on Sept. 28, 1947 in Bowie to Jesse James Foreman and June Ella (Dumas) Allison. Pat married Phyllis Leek on June 16, 1990, in Pipe Creek, TX and they were both members of the First Baptist Church of Jacksboro. Pat worked in the oil and gas industry and owned Circle P Trucking. He will be greatly missed by those who loved and knew him.
Pat is preceded in death by his parents; sister, Donna Davidson and brother, Gary Foreman.
He is survived by his wife, Phyllis Foreman; daughters, Tami Deaton and husband Keith and Tonya Rhyne; four grandchildren; one great grandchild; brothers-in-law, Joe Davidson and Tommy Leek and sister-in-law, Kathy Foreman along with many extended family and friends.
Arrangements entrusted to Coker Funeral Home of Jacksboro.

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OBITUARIES

Donna Russell

Published

6 days ago

11/12/2024

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December 9, 1952 – November 7, 2024
NOCONA – Donna Russell, 71, died at her home in Nocona on Nov. 7, 2024.
There will be a visitation from 10 a.m. until service time on Nov. 13 at Jerry Woods Funeral Home. A graveside service will follow at 11 a.m. at the Gazebo in Nocona Cemetery officiated by Pastor Marvin Pepper.
She was born on Dec. 9, 1952 in Nocona at the Major Clinic to Sam Taylor and Billie Roberts Taylor. She grew up in Nocona and worked mostly as a beautician. She married Danny Russell on Oct. 8, 1974 in Montague County.
She is preceded in death by her husband, Danny; her parents and one nephew.
She is survived by her children, Cody Russell, Haslet and Amy Spikes, Wichita Falls; sisters, Becky Taylor, Nocona and Angela Taylor, Henrietta; brother, Sammy Taylor, Decatur and four grandchildren.
Memorial donations may be made to American Cancer Society – Lung Cancer Charity or Leukemia Society.
Arrangements entrusted to Jerry Woods Funeral Home of Nocona.