OBITUARIES
Jack Lee Stark
August 28, 1959 – November 1, 2025
BOWIE – Jack Lee Stark, 66, went home to be with our Lord on Nov. 1, 2025, in Fort Worth, TX.
The family received friends from 6-8 p.m. on Nov. 4 at the White Family Funeral Home in Bowie.
A funeral service took place at 2 p.m. on Nov. 5 at the Lighthouse Assembly of God Church in Bowie with Pastor Justin Harris officiating.
Burial followd at Elmwood Cemetery in Bowie.
Jack was born on Aug. 28, 1959, in Jacksboro to Thermon and Billie (Smith) Stark. Jack lived a life full of hard work, laughter and love. He spent most of his career in the oilfield industry, working for companies such as A-1 Well Service, Waco Tank Trucks, Energy Service Company, S&V Well Service, Bowie Industry and Bowie Independent School District. Jack was also an entrepreneur at heart, proudly owning and operating Stark Tank Trucks, Stark Roustabout Service, JL&R Pump Trucks and offering private consulting.
Jack was more than his work; he was a man who loved deeply and gave generously. He cherished time with his family and friends, whether hunting, fishing, golfing, playing tennis, cooking or traveling. Jack was famous for his crab and shrimp boils and his mouthwatering ribs, always bringing people together around the table. He took great pride in his home and property, making sure everything was in pristine condition.
Jack is preceded in death by his parents, Thermon and Billie Stark.
He leaves behind a legacy of love through his children, Mendy Jones and husband Ben; Justin Stark and wife Jenn; Stacey Simpson and husband Nick; and Sheldyn Stark and husband BJ; along with seven treasured grandchildren, Kaydee, Conner, Tucker, Jax, Lincoln, Maverick and Noah. Jack is also survived by Stacey Stark, who lovingly cared for him until the end, five siblings, Jim Stark and wife Carla, Brenda Makings and husband Jim, Larry Stark and wife Cindy, Ralph Stark and wife Jeanie, and Judy Parker and husband Randy; and many dear friends and extended family who will miss his warmth and humor.
Should friends desire, in lieu of flowers, memorials can be made in honor of Jack to the Lighthouse Youth Group.
Arrangements are entrusted to White Family Funeral Home of Bowie.
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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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