OBITUARIES
Robbie Lou Graham Bennett
March 8, 1934 – January 25, 2022
DECATUR – Robbie Lou Graham Bennett, 87, cherished wife, mother, grandmother, sister and friend, ascended into Heaven on Jan. 25, 2022.
A funeral service took place at 11 a.m. on Jan. 28 at the First Baptist Church of Alvord with graveside internment following. Lunch was served at the church afterward.
Robbie was born on March 8, 1934, in Decatur to Kathleen and Vernon Graham.
As an esteemed real estate agent, a high-energy professional and active member of her community, Robbie made it her life’s work to ensure that no person went without. Her ‘open door’ policy made her home a gathering place for friends and family alike, usually with multiple generations together at one time. Robbie had a special love for children and animals, both of which she fiercely advocated for through her philanthropic work.
A voracious reader and student of the world, She had an insatiable desire to learn that followed her through life. Adept at the art of landscaping, Robbie expressed her talents in the form of elaborate gardens and lush lawns, in which she enthusiastically worked whenever possible.
Robbie was a steadfast friend and treasured time spent with her loved ones listening to good music, playing card games and telling jokes and stories. Her smile and kindness were illuminating, leaving an impact on anyone who crossed her path. The most endearing quality of Robbie was her enduring love of her family, especially her children, Tod and Rhonda and her grandchildren, Lindsay, David, and Bennett.
Robbie was a faithful and dedicated child of God. She delighted in both the Word of the Lord and the hymns that exalt Him. She ensured that the foundational constitution of her family was rooted in Christian beliefs and service.
She is preceded in death by her late husband, John E. Bennett, the love of her life.
She is survived by her children, Tod R. DeArman and Rhonda DeArman Kendall; grandchildren, Lindsay DeArman Knepprath, David Tod DeArman and Robert Bennett Kendall and sister, Eva Jo Wiley and husband, Bill.
Robbie lived a virtuous and impactful life and will be deeply missed by all those who knew her.
Gifts in her memory may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association or the First Baptist Church of Alvord.
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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.
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.
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.
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