OBITUARIES

Jane Foster Brasch Jackson

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6 years ago

09/08/2020

January 29, 1931 – August 8, 2020
MARSHALL, TX – Jane Foster Brasch Jackson was the first-born child of Lawrence C Foster and Seba Slaughter Foster on a north Texas ranch after the depression on Jan. 29, 1931. She grew up with three younger sisters: Lois Foster Campbell, Frances Foster McCarty, and Virginia Foster Ellis. She had morning chores with the animals, school and band in the day and animal chores again in the evening.
After she graduated from Bowie High School, oil was discovered on the ranch and became possible for Jane and her sisters to attended college. She graduated from Texas Tech University in 1952 and married Edgar Williams Brasch, Jr. on June 14, 1952. They had three children, Kathlene Brasch Balesky, Edgar Williams (Bill) Brasch, III, and Robert Winston (Bob) Brasch. She was married to Edgar until his death in 1985 and to Thomas Rivers Jackson from 1987 until his death in 2009.
At first, Jane was a stay at home mom, teaching Sunday school, singing in the choir, and leading Methodist Women’s Society. Later, she helped organize and teach the kindergarten classes at St. Mark’s United Methodist, where she was a member. She also was the director of food service for Marshall Independent School District for 14 years, retiring in 1991.
Jane was an excellent seamstress, a creative decorator, a skilled performer of the flute, bassoon and piano and a culinary enthusiast. With her dietary skills, she provided healthy meals for Marshall’s school children, her family, and herself. She was a dedicated walker and swimmer. She travelled around the world by sea and air and enjoyed seeing famous places and learning about different cultures.
Jane was lovingly devoted to her God, her family and her friends. She leaves grandchildren, Lora Balesky Grigsby, Amie Balesky Fuhrman, Eddie Brasch, Jack Brasch, Sam Brasch, Ike Brasch, and Lauren Brasch. She also had great grandchildren Will Brasch, Tristan Mickens, Mason Grigsby and Ian Brasch.
The family is grateful for the kind and knowledgeable care provided by Marshall Manor and Marshall Hospice and by her private care givers. Memorial gifts may be given to St. Mark’s United Methodist Church choir or education funds or the charity of your choice.
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4608 Elysian Fields Rd, Marshall, TX
903-927-1700

OBITUARIES

Lee Roy Hargrove Jr.

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2 days ago

10/07/2026

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April 13, 1959 – September 29, 2026
BOWIE – Lee Roy Hargrove Jr., 67, died on Sept. 29, 2026.
A memorial service will take place at 10 a.m. on Oct. 10 at the First Free Will Baptist Church, 505 Strong St. in Bowie.
He was born on April 13, 1959.
He is preceded in death by his parents, LeeRoy Hargrove Sr. and Joyce Hargrove and brother, Charles.
He is survived by his wife, Elaine; children, Cheryl Burns, Jennifer Hargrove, and Joshua Hargove; six grandchildren; brothers, John Hargrove and George Hargrove; sisters, Linda Hargrove and Sandra Owens and many beloved cousins as well as numerous nieces and nephews.
Arrangements entrusted to the White Family Funeral Home of Bowie.

OBITUARIES

Mary Sue Walters Liggett

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2 days ago

10/07/2026

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March 27, 1938 – October 3, 2026
BOWIE – Mary Sue Walters Liggett, 88, died on Oct. 3, 2026.
A graveside service included a visitation at 10 a.m. followed by a memorial service at 10:30 a.m. on Oct. 6 at Elmwood Cemetery in Bowie.
She was born on March 27, 1938 to Loyd Francis and Vera Lee Walters in Bells. On Feb. 3, 1971 she married the love of her life, Finnis Charles Liggett.
She graduated from Bells High School in 1957. She earned an associate degree from Cooke County College and later completed her bachelor of science degree from Texas A&M University-Commerce. She retired from McKinney Independent School District and she taught business administration for 30-plus years.
She served as a Sunday School teacher at First Baptist Church in Bells and taught Girls in Action.
She is preceded in death by her parents; sister, Betty Walters White; and brothers, Loyd Price Walters and Bennie Walters.
She is survived by her husband, Charles Liggett; five nieces; four nephews; many great-nieces and nephews; and many cherished friends.
Arrangements under the direction of White Family Funeral Home.

OBITUARIES

Kari Ann Reid

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2 days ago

10/07/2026

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August 5, 1973 – September 29
NOCONA – Kari Ann Reid, 53, died on Sept. 29, 2026.
A visitation was from 6-7 p.m. on Oct. 1 at Jerry Woods Funeral Home Chapel. A funeral service was at 11 a.m. on Oct. 2 at Bethel Baptist Church with Pastor Kurt Simmons officiating. Interment followed in Nocona Cemetery. Pallbearers were Tanner Reid, Tyler Reid, Jeff Skinner, Gerald Ramsey, Jerry Henry, Clint Mahin, Garrett Combs, and Randy Ritchie.
Reid was born on Aug. 5, 1973 in Nocona to Tommy and Patsy Ann Huff Skinner. She worked at Skinner Tank Trucks doing record keeping and later being a co-owner.
She married the love of her life Harry Don Reid on Sept. 5, 1992 in Nocona.
She is preceded in death by her parents.
She is survived by her husband, Harry Don Reid, Nocona; sons, Tanner Reid, Nocona and Tyler Reid, Nocona; and a granddaughter.
Memorial donations may be made to The Carpenter’s Shop, 400 Boston, Nocona or Lucky Paws Animal Shelter, P.O. Box 595, Nocona.
Arrangements entrusted to the Jerry Woods Funeral Home in Nocona.