OBITUARIES

Donna Ruth Wilson (Copley)

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5 months ago

03/04/2026

June 3, 1950 – February 19, 2026
VAN ALSTYNE – Donna Ruth Wilson (Copley), 72, passed away on Feb. 19, 2026.
In accordance with Donna’s wishes, there will be no public funeral or burial. A family memorial service will be announced at a later date
She was born on June 3, 1950, as a twin in Fort Sill, OK to James Frederick Copley and Hazel Agnes Roper. Donna graduated from Saint Jo High School in 1968 and went on to attend Southwestern Assembly of God College in Waxahachie.
Donna enjoyed spending time outdoors and cherished the companionship of her beloved pets. She worked in the insurance industry until her retirement, where she formed many friendships and appreciated the opportunities for travel that her career provided. On May 7, 1988 she married Ivan Wilson, her partner in mischief.
She will be remembered fondly by her friends, neighbors, and coworkers for her kindness and willingness to help others.
Donna was preceded in death by her parents, James and Hazel Copley, Saint Jo; husband, Ivan Wilson, Jefferson City, TN; twin brother, Donald Ray Copley, Saint Jo; and sister, Patricia Ann Copley, Saint Jo.
Donna is survived by her brother, Johnny L. Copley Sr. and wife Pat, Frisco; nephews, Chris Gann and wife Kristi, and Johnny L. Copley Jr. and wife Kim; nieces, Angel Moore and husband Jim, and Shirley Copley; as well as numerous cousins, great-nieces, and great-nephews.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Donna’s honor to cancer research at engage.utsouthwestern.edu/donate-now. May her memory bring comfort to all who knew her. Paid publication

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OBITUARIES

Steven Douglas Drury

Published

6 days ago

07/15/2026

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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

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6 days ago

07/15/2026

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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

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6 days ago

07/15/2026

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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.