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Danny Grooms

Oct 8, 1957 – Aug 23, 2024
COPPERAS COVE – Danny Grooms, 66, a beloved father, grandfather, brother, and friend passed away peacefully at home Aug. 23,2024 in Copperas Cove, TX.
He was born on Oct. 8, 1957, in Fort Worth, TX. Danny’s life was a treasure trove of memories filled with love, laughter and adventure.
Danny spent over 15 years of his life working at Bowie Industries, where he was respected not only for his skills but also for his camaraderie with colleagues. He took pride in his work and embodied a strong work ethic that served as an inspiration to his family and friends. Beyond his career, he enriched his life with diverse educational pursuits, earning his GED along with various certifications, including radiator repair, commercial cooking, CPR and first aid, and fire safety and rescue. Danny even possessed a unique “back seat driver’s license,” a testament to his playful spirit and love for sharing joy with those around him.
His dedication to community was exemplified through his work with the Frontier Shores Volunteer Fire Department in Bowie where he served as the volunteer Assistant Fire Chief. Danny played a pivotal role in updating and reopening the department, recognizing the urgent need for swift responses to fires to protect his community. His sense of duty and commitment to making a difference will never be forgotten.
Throughout his life, Danny found deep joy in fishing, a passion he had shared with his father, Onie Grooms. Many of their weekends spent by the water often included camping trips that became cherished family traditions with his children, Danielle and Thommy. In a heartwarming moment, Danny was able to check one of his bucket list items off when he fished with his grandson, Colton Grooms, in July 2024. Together they caught three fish each, creating a precious memory that will be held dear by all.
Danny’s adventurous spirit also led him to love trains. He meticulously built three H&O scale model railroad displays over the years, captivating the imaginations of his children. One of his favorite moments came when he rode the Fort Worth metro train in March 2024 for the first time with his daughter Danielle, and his grandson, Colton and also Kendreya. These experiences were more than just hobbies; they were ways for Danny to create bonds of love and joy with his family.
Danny was preceded in death by his beloved fiancée, Regina McFarland; his father, Onie Grooms and his mother, Mary Grooms.
Danny is survived by his daughter, Danielle Grooms; his son, Thomas Grooms; and his cherished grandson, Colton Grooms. He leaves behind a loving family that includes his brother-in-law and sister, Steve and Rosemary Duncan; his nieces, Barbara Harvin and Dani-Ann Peretti; his great nephews, Charles Farar, C.D. Harvin, Wesley Johnson; and his great nieces, Noelle Harvin and Aysia Tanner, and many more cherished nieces and nephews, Joshua James, Christopher Huff, Heather Huff, Elizabeth Vahle, Brandon Vahle, Courtney Vahle and Breanna Finkley—each of whom holds a special piece of his heart.
Danny Grooms’ legacy lives on through the countless lives he touched, the love he shared, and the memories that will forever bring smiles to the faces of those who knew him. He will be profoundly missed but lovingly remembered for the warmth and joy he brought into the lives of all he encountered.
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Clifton Carl Robbins

September 16, 1938 – March 5, 2025
BOWIE- Clifton Carl Robbins, 86, passed away on March 5, 2025 in Crowley.
A graveside service was at 2 p.m. on March 8, at Eastside Cemetery in Bridgeport with Pastor Ronnie Lawson officiating.
Clifton Robbins was born on Sept. 16, 1938 to Elvin and Loise (Pipkin) Robbins, at home in the southern part of Montague County. He grew up and graduated from Bowie High School and worked as a flagman before marrying his sweetheart of 40 years, Lois Jeannine Byrd. They moved to Wichita Falls where he worked for Parker Food Stores and Piggly Wiggly’s ShopRite foods as a produce manager and later produce supervisor. An opportunity arose and he changed employers to Bolner’s Fiesta Products of San Antonio. The family moved to Dallas and then Grapevine, before retiring after 25 years with Bolner. He graciously took care of his wife, Jeannine, until her death in 1997.
Clifton was fortunate to reunite with his childhood friend, Carla Johnson, after returning to Bowie, and they were married in 2008. He stood by her side until her death in 2024.
Clifton is preceded in death by his parents, Elvin and Loise Robbins; first wife, Jeannine Robbins; second wife, Carla Robbins; grandparents, Lee and Dora Ada Pipkin; son-in-law, Rick Mewbourn; brother, Windol Robbins and sister-in-law, Lupe Robbins.
Clifton is survived by his children, Kent Robbins and wife Susan, Crowley, Lisa Mewbourn, Grapevine and Mark Robbins and wife Karen, Waco; grandchildren, Chrystine Wilder (Brett), Sarah Henderson (Kirk), Stephanie Renfro (Eric), Risa Oberbeck (DJ) and Emilye Robbins; great-grandchildren, Elise and William Henderson, Julia and Meredith Wilder, Ethan, Owen, Abigail, Benjamin and Charlotte Renfro and Easton and Rylan Oberbeck; sister, Phyllis Hudson and husband Elton; along with many nieces and nephews.
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Joseph “Joe” Burt Dial

April 27, 1936 – December 18, 2024
SAINT JO – Joseph “Joe” Burt Dial, 88, passed away on Dec. 18, 2024.
Joe was born in Kilgore on April 27, 1936 to parents, William Andrew Dial and Grace (Spaudling) Dial. Joe graduated high school from Texas Military Institute in San Antonio. He went on to the University of Texas in Austin, later getting his degree from the University of Maryland.
In his younger years he was a rancher in South Texas and was involoved in raising and promoting the Brahman breed in the United States and in other countries. Agriculture was a way of life for him in many ways.
In 1991 George H.W. Bush appointed Joe a commissioner of the Commodity Futures Trading Commission. He was confirmed by the Senate. Joe chose a cornfield in South Texas to be the place where he was officially sworn into office. On April 17, 1993 Joe married Marilyn Scoptt Smith in Alexandria, VA.
When Joe’s term at C.F.T.C. ended, he accepted a fellowship at Harvard University at the Institute of Politics, Kennedy School of Government. Joe and Marilyn moved to Cambridge, MA for the spring semester.
In 2000, after completing his fellowship, Joe and Marilyn moved to Dallas. Joe became active in the former Texas ranger Association in honor of his father who was a Texas Ranger. In 2004, Joe and Marilyn moved to Saint Jo. Joe served well as around the county. He was a founding member of Leadership Montague County. After returning to Texas, Joe also began consulting work with other countries, assisting them in creating or upgrading regulatory agencies for commodity markets. Joe was a lifelong member of the Episcopal Church. Heas the epitome of a “good and faithful servant.”
Joe is survived by his wife, Marilyn Dial and Walter Smith, Saint Jo; four children from a previous marriage, Joseph A. Dial, Catherine Dial Easly, Emily Dial Heard and Peggy Dial; five grandchildren and one great grandchild.
Memorials may be made to Easy Street Animal Shelter in Saint Jo or Cal Farley’s Boy’s Ranch in Amarillo.
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Edward Arnold Fenoglio Jr.

April 5, 1970 – March 4, 2025
NOCONA – Edward Arnold Fenoglio Jr.,54, died on March 4 in Montague County Texas.
There was a visitation from 4-5 p.m. March 8 at Jerry Woods Funeral Home Chapel. A funeral service was at 2 p.m. March 9 at Montague County Cowboy Church, Montague with Pastors Joe Caballero, Paul Coronado and Father Albert Francis officiating. Interment followed in Montague Catholic Cemetery.
He was born April 5, 1970, in Graham to Kathy Maisen Fenoglio and Edward Arnold Fenoglio Sr. He was raised in Montague County farming, ranching, and attending school in Montague and Nocona.
Throughout his early years, he earned many accolades, from All-State spitting champion at age 13 to Mr. NHS, Best Looking and Most Athletic at Nocona High School. He participated in FFA, football, track, basketball and baseball. Fenoglio was a state qualifier in debate and livestock judging, regional record holder in pole vault, and a state qualifier in 440/mile relay. Fenoglio was a member of the Nocona Masonic Lodge#753, Bowie Masonic Lodge#578, Royal Order of Jesters Ct. 85, Maskat Shrine, Scottish Rite and Knights of Columbus.
After high school, he attended Cooke County College, Midwestern State University and Southwestern Texas State University where he earned a bachelor of science in business administration in management and finance along with his long-term care administration degree. During the past 30 years, Fenoglio worked in long-term care, 20 years with Brookdale Living.
He was preceded in death by his parents and grandparents.
He is survived by his wife, Chris; sons, Benjamin Baker, Hunter and Chandler; two grandsons; sisters, Becky Fenoglio Hankamer and Jennifer Fenoglio Langer; two nephews and two nieces.
Memorials may be made to Wichita Maskat Shrined, Montague Independent School District or Nocona Independent School District.
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