OBITUARIES
Patsy Sue King Biles
July 1, 1949 – October 1, 2025
BOWIE – Patsy Sue King Biles, 76, passed away peacefully on Oct. 1, 2025, in Fort Worth, TX.
A celebration of Patsy’s life was at 11 a.m. Oct. 6 at Calvary Baptist Church, with Pastors Chris Litt and Greg Shaw officiating.
A visitation for family and friends will took place from 6:30-8:30 p.m. Oct. 5 at White Family Funeral Home.
She was born on July 1, 1949, in Hereford, TX to Otis Lee King and Ella Mae Fowler King. Patsy married the love of her life, Eddie Biles, on Aug. 16, 1967, in Temple. Together, they built a life centered on faith, family, and hard work. A born-again Christian, Patsy loved the Lord deeply, and her faith was the foundation of everything she did.
She and Eddie were active members of their church throughout their lives—from leading youth groups when their children were young to preparing meals for church gatherings. Patsy was especially known for her delicious homemade yeast rolls, which became a cherished part of many church events.
They were longtime members of Central Baptist Church in Bowie and most recently attended Calvary Baptist Church.
Patsy and Eddie owned and operated Industrial Diesel Service for more than 30 years alongside their son Allen, retiring in 2017. In 1998, they also founded Bowie Storage, which continues to serve the community today.
Family was at the heart of Patsy’s life. She raised her children with love and strength, and her legacy lives on through her grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and even a great-great-grandson. Her most treasured name was “MeMe,” lovingly given to her by her grandchildren. She cherished time spent with her large extended family, especially the many trips to the mountains with the King clan, where dirt bikes, laughter, and memories were always in abundance. Later in life, she and Eddie traded dirt bikes for street bikes, traveling coast to coast with friends and family, exploring the country together. Their adventures also took them on cruises to Alaska and a memorable trip to Hawaii.
Patsy is preceded in death by her parents; her brothers Dorven King and Doyle King; and her sister Leoda King Shaw.
She is survived by her loving husband, Eddie Biles; her children, Allen Biles and wife Michele, Tim Biles and wife Melissa, and Crystal Vieth and husband Gary; grandchildren, Evan Biles, Whitney Nelson, Ethan Biles, Dustin Biles, Erin Rose, Carli Vieth, Alyssa Vieth and Rylie Vieth; 16 great-grandchildren; one great-great-grandson; and brothers, Jerry King, Orvel King and Donnie King.
Patsy’s warmth, strength, and unwavering faith will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved her.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Calvary Baptist Church – Youth Fund, 204 Decatur St., Bowie, TX 76230.
Arrangements entrusted to the White Family Funeral Home of Bowie.
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OBITUARIES
Steven Douglas Drury
February 9, 1968 – July 4, 2026
BOWIE – Steven Douglas Drury, 58 died on July 4, 2026.
A private celebration of life for the family was on July 10.
He was an entrepreneur and created his business Drill Rig Depot.
He is survived by his wife, Christina Drury; four children, Sydney, Ben, Bailey and Josie; six grandchildren; parents, Don and Lois Drury; and brothers, David, Danny and Christopher.
Arrangements entrusted to the White Family Funeral Home of Bowie.
OBITUARIES
John Wayne Shelton
December 22, 1959 – July 1, 2026
SUNSET – John Wayne Shelton, 66, died on July 1, 2026.
There was a celebration of life for him from 5 – 7 p.m. on July 10 at Nocona Brewery.
He was born on Dec. 22, 1959 to Wade and Thelma Shelton in Nocona. He worked in the oilfield most of his life. He married Stephanie Burleson on Dec. 13, 1984 in Nocona.
He is preceded in death by his parents.
He is survived by his children, Jared Shelton, Bowie and Stacia Lorenz, Tennessee; sister, Serina Thomas, Bowie; four grandchildren and one great-grandchild.
Memorial donations made to the American Heart Association, www.heart.org.
Arrangements entrusted to the Jerry Woods Funeral Home of Nocona.
OBITUARIES
Weldon Ray Duff
March 3, 1962 – July 6, 2026
WICHITA FALLS – Weldon Ray Duff, 64, died on July 6, 2026.
There was a visitation from 6 – 7 p.m. on July 10 at Jerry Woods Chapel in Nocona. A graveside service was at 10 a.m. on July 11 at Ringgold Cemetery with Richard Allen officiating. Pallbearers will be Mike Bonham, Jimmy Smith, Hatch Womack, Lynn Bugsy Allen, Blake Allen, Marlin Franklin, Joe Barnhill and Butch Matthews.
Duff was born on March 3, 1962 in Henrietta to Benjamin Franklin Duff Jr. and Myra Durham Duff. He worked as a machinist and was known as a “Jack-Of-All-Trades.”
Duff was a member of Bowie Masonic Lodge 578. He married Jowana Bussey on Aug. 8, 1980 in Ringgold.
He is preceded in death by his parents.
He is survived by his wife, Jowana Duff, Ringgold; daughter, Jessica Lierly, Collinsville; sister, Becky Case, Stoneburg; brother, Benjamin Franklin Duff III, Lonegrove, OK and three grandchildren.
Memorial donations may be made to Hospice of Wichita Falls, 440 Cypress Ave., Wichita Falls or Ringgold Cemetery Association, 1108 Hanson Rd., Ringgold.
Arrangements entrusted to the Jerry Woods Funeral Home in Nocona.
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