OBITUARIES
Walter Joseph Lutkenhaus
November 14, 1945 – August 8, 2022
LINDSAY – A service for Walter Joseph Lutkenhaus, 76, Lindsay is set for 10 a.m., Aug.12 at Saint Peter’s Catholic Church. Burial will follow in Saint Peter’s Cemetery under the direction of Geo. J. Carroll & Son Funeral Home of Gainesville.
Visitation begins at 6 p.m. with a Rosary Service to begin at 7 p.m., Aug. 11, in the Chapel at Geo. J. Carroll & Son Funeral Home, Gainesville.
Lutkenhaus was born Nov. 14, 1945 in Muenster. He was the oldest child of August J. and Armella (Flusche) Lutkenhaus. He grew up on a farm southwest of Muenster, and attended grade school at Sacred Heart Catholic School. He graduated from Muenster High School in 1963.
On Jan. 24, 1966, Lutkenhaus was inducted into service with the United States Army in Dallas. Walter served proudly with the Service Battery of the 1st Battalion/40th Field Artillery He boarded the USS General LeRoy Eltinge for Da Nang, Vietnam and arrived in-country on Oct. 18, 1966 and was based in Dong Ha, Vietnam and saw duties all along the DMZ. For his service, he received many military honors. Walter received an honorable discharge on Jan. 23, 1968 at Fort Sil, OK.
Upon return Lutkenhaus married Kathleen Streng of Lindsay on April 20, 1968. He returned to his job at Shamburger Lumber Company and helped his dad on the family farm while attending night classes at Cooke County Junior College. He then went to work at National Supply Co. (Armco Steel) and by October 1970.
Lutkenhaus was employed at National Supply Co for 19 years, working as a receiving/shipping clerk and inventory specialist until the plant closed in 1988. He worked various jobs for a short time and then became a relief route carrier for the U.S. Postal Service and a truck driver for Paul J. and Gary Hess Trucking until his retirement in 2007.
He has always been active in his church, school, and community volunteering at the VFW and the Lindsay Volunteer Fire Department. He was a life member of the VFW Post 1922 in Gainesville. Beginning in 1982 and continuing for 20 years, he served on the Selective Service Board (draft board) for Cooke County.
Lutkenhaus was currently working with Veterans Outreach Programs and assisting with military research for local veterans and their families.
He leaves behind his wife of 54 years, Kathleen (Streng) Lutkenhaus, Lindsay; daughters, Donna Neu, Laura and husband, Jim Fisher all of Lindsay; sons, Michael Lutkenhaus and Kim Spivey, Irene, TX and George and wife, Tricia Lutkenhaus, Justin, TX. Grandchildren include Samantha, Nicholas and Joseph Fisher, Lindsay, TX and George Jr, Andrew and Cooper Lutkenhaus, Justin, TX. Siblings and spouses include, Norma and John Kubicek, Valley View, Doris and WC Muller, Muenster, Dennis and Carolyn Lutkenhaus , Lindsay, TX, Leo and Peggy Lutkenhaus,Muenster, and Charles Lutkenhaus, Mesa, AZ.
To send a flower arrangement or to plant trees in memory of Walter Joseph Lutkenhaus, visit: https://www.geojcarroll.com/obituary/walter-lutkenhaus.
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May 27, 1948 – July 14, 2024
MONTAGUE – John Riley Russell, 76, died July 14, 2024 following several battles with cancer.
At John’s request, there will be no formal service. There will be a casual family visitation from 4 to 6 p.m. on July 20 at the White Family Funeral Home in Bowie. John desired to be cremated, his ashes joined with Gerry’s in time and to be spread over his home place in Montague.
John was born in West Columbia, TX to Carl and Pauline Teague Russell on May 27, 1948. He was welcomed to the family by his big sister, Lynda.
The family moved to Bowie so that Carl could start Russell’s Department Store in 1951. John graduated from Bowie High School in 1966; he excelled in basketball under Coach Gayno Shelton’s guidance. John continued his education at Midwestern University where he was a member of Sigma Nu Fraternity.
After marrying Gerry Galloway in 1968, John worked for General Dynamics, which later became Lockheed Martin. At that company he became a world traveler. He loved traveling, but his favorite place was at home with his wife and his beautiful daughter, Brandy Michelle, who was born in 1970.
After retiring in 2004, John and Gerry moved to Montague to live out their lives. They were blessed with two fantastic grandsons, Jax Riley Williams and Kaz Russell Williams. John took great pride in that both boys were named after him.
John is survived by his wife of 56 years, Gerry Russell; his daughter, Brandy and her wonderful husband, Paul Williams and two grandsons, Jax and Kaz Williams. He also leaves behind his loving sister, Lynda Neeld and her daughters, Holly Bullock and Shawna Tomlin.
Expressions of sympathy to John’s family are appreciated, but please do not bother with flowers or memorials; instead, do something nice for a family member, friend or stranger; pet a pooch and think of John. Also, he would stress to all young people to stay away from tobacco products.
Arrangements entrusted to the White Family Funeral Home of Bowie.
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May 27, 1941 – May 27, 1941
NOCONA – Raymond “Salty” Hudson Sr., 83, died on July 10, 2024.
A visitation was from 7 to 8 p.m. on July 12 at Jerry Woods Funeral Home Chapel. A funeral service will be at 2 p.m. on July 13 at Jerry Woods Funeral Home Chapel with Pastor Donald Cheshier officiating. Interment will follow at Eagle Point Cemetery.
He was born on May 27, 1941 in Sentinel, OK to Henry and Eula McLaughlin Hudson. They later moved to Lubbock where he grew up. He married Doris May Partridge on Aug. 16, 1960 in Montague and together they had three children.
He worked for Justin Leathergoods for 23 years then Nocona Belt Company for more than 25 years until he retired with Bell Supply. He coached little league baseball where he started the teams for Justin Leathergoods. He also was involved in the Nocona Indians Booster Club for a number of years. Hudson also worked for R.B. Stout Furniture store where he did odd jobs, delivered and did repairs on appliances. He was a lifetime member of Shady Grove Community Church for more than 60 years where he served as treasurer and deacon.
He is preceded in death by his parents, one brother and two sisters.
He is survived by his wife of 63 years Doris; sons, Ray and Kenny; daughter, Carmella; two grandchildren; three step-grandchildren; one great-grandchild and eight step-great-grandchildren.
In lieu of flowers make donations to Eagle Point Cemetery Association or Shady Grove Church, c/o Doris Hudson, 108 Jackson, Nocona, TX 76255.
Arrangements entrusted to Jerry Woods Funeral Home Nocona.
July 25,1958 – July 7, 2024
MONTAGUE – James “Jim” Edward Price Jr., 65, died on July 7, 2024 at home.
A memorial service will take place at 2 p.m. on July 17 at the White Family Funeral Home in Bowie, with Pastor Gregg Shaw officiating.
He was born on July 25,1958 in Bridgeport where he lived most of his life. He worked at Gifford Hill and Hanson as a heavy diesel mechanic which he retired from after 45 years.
He is preceded in death by his parents, James and Barbara Price; sister, Rheeanna Gage and two grandchildren.
He is survived by his wife of 45 years, Liz Price, Montague; son, Cody Price; daughter, Courtney Waldrip, Bowie; sister, Susie Rankin, Fort Worth; six grandchildren and multiple nieces and nephews.
In lieu of flowers the family requests donations be made to Legend Bank for the Colby Price Scholarship and RheeAnna Gage Scholarship to help the upcoming senior class.
Arrangements entrusted to the White Family Funeral Home of Bowie.
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