August 14, 1952 – May 5, 2025
RICHARDSON – Robert Edward Adams, Jr., 73,
died on May 5, 2025 in Richardson, TX.
A memorial service was at 2 p.m. on May 10 at
Trinity Christian Academy in Addison.
He born on Aug. 14, 1952 in Ashtabula, OH to
Robert Edward Adams, Sr. and Janet Morehouse
Adams. At the age of 10, his mother sent him to a
Christian boy’s camp, Deerfoot Lodge, in the Adirondack
mountains just north of Speculator, NY.
Adams graduated from Colorado State University
in 1976 with a bachelor of science in natural resources.
He remained in Colorado for several years
teaching before moving to Dallas.
In 1984, he received his master of science in
education and biology from North Texas State University.
After receiving his master’s, he began a 35-
year career teaching at Trinity Christian Academy
in Addison. He taught biology I and II, and taught
the marine and field ecology curriculums in both the
middle and high school. In his early TCA years, he
coached football and wrestling. In March of 1988,
he married Rhonda Ice Adams. Subsequently, they
were blessed with three daughters, Aubrey, Brianna
and Autumn.
He is survived by his wife of 37 years, Rhonda;
children, Aubrey Fults, Brianna Hein and Autumn
Adams; three grandchildren; and sister, Ruthie
Shook.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations
be made to Trinity Christian Academy’s
Student Tuition Aid program or Deerfoot Lodge.

June 16, 1954 – May 6, 2025
DENTON – Robert “Mark” McCall, 70, died on
May 6, 2025 at his home in Denton, TX.
There was a visitation on from noon until service
time on May 10 at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church Fellowship
Hall in Nocona. A funeral service followed
at 1 p.m. at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church in Nocona
with Father Albert Frances officiating. Interment
followed in Nocona Cemetery. Pallbearers were
W.R. Yarbrough, Brent Burke, Robbie Storey, David
Paine, John Grigsby and Larry Gee.
He was born June 16, 1954 in Nocona to C.S. Mc-
Call and Elizabeth “Betty” Terrell McCall. He grew
up and went to school in Nocona. While in school
he was a drummer in the school band. He later
went on to play for a country music band for many
years. McCall had his bachelor of arts in banking
and worked as a banker for his career. He married
Jayne Vickery on Nov. 10, 1979 in Las Vegas, NV.
He is survived by his wife, Jayne McCall, Denton;
daughters, Rachel McCall, Melissa and Mary Catherine
McCall, Keller; son, Robert “Mark” McCall Jr.,
Grand Prairie; sister, Holly McCall, Nocona; brother,
John T. McCall, Dallas and three grandchildren.
Memorial donations may be made to Autism
Speaks, autismspeaks.org. or Lucky Paws Animal
Shelter, 653 Airport Rd., Nocona, TX 76255.

July 14, 1942 – May 9, 2025
BOWIE – Lila Beth Deweber, 83, a beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother,
and friend, passed away peacefully on May 9, 2025, surrounded by the love of her family.
The family received friends from 5 to 7 p.m. on May 12 at the White Family Funeral Home in Bowie.
A funeral service took place at 10 a.m. on May 13 at the White Family Funeral Home in Bowie, with Sam Campbell officiating. Burial followed at Prairie Branch Cemetery in Bowie.
Lila was born July 14, 1942, in Hawley, TX to Odis Ray King and Ruby Elizabeth Davis, and spent her childhood in Bowie where she made lifelong memories and friendships.
From a young age, Lila possessed a strong, independent spirit and a heart full of love. At just 15, she married Billy Ray Beasley, and together they raised three wonderful children: Billy Don, Bobby Dale and Kathryn Dawn. Lila was a devoted mother who worked tirelessly to provide a loving home filled with warmth, laughter and resilience. Throughout her life, Lila was known in Bowie as a hardworking and resourceful entrepreneur.
She successfully ran several small businesses and was admired for her determination, kindness and strong work ethic.
In 1984, Lila married Arcue Deweber, and the two enjoyed peaceful days together on their acreage just outside of town. Her home became a cherished gathering place for family, where grandchildren and great-grandchildren would visit to play, ride four-wheelers, and spend precious time with their Grandma. She adored those moments and found deep joy in being surrounded by her growing family.
Lila’s faith was a guiding force in her life. She found strength and comfort in her walk with the Lord and was an active member of her church community. She also treasured her friendships and loved spending time in fellowship, sharing laughter, wisdom, and compassion with those around her.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Odis Ray King and Ruby Elizabeth Davis; husband, Arcue Deweber; beloved daughter, Kathryn Gullage; and brothers, Billy King and Odis King Jr.
Lila is survived by her sons, Billy Beasley and wife Janice, and Bobby Beasley and wife Kala; grandchildren, Jessica Corbett and husband Mike, William Beasley, Dustyn Beasley, Josh Gullage and wife Becky, Dani Blackburn and husband John, Ty Gullage and wife Ashley, Kelli Briseno and husband Brian, Samuel Beasley, Sarah Beasley and Benny Redlin; great-grandchildren children, Caitlin, Cortney, Owen, Mackenzie, Tobias, Peyton, Hunter, Nathan, Emma, Kinley, Ollie, Rian, Ava, Jameson, Ben, Blaire, Luna, and Shiloh; brother, Don King; sister, Clara (Sis) Miller; and many great-nieces and nephews.
Lila Beth Deweber will be remembered for her fierce devotion to family, her entrepreneurial spirit, her steadfast faith, and the love she poured into every life she touched. Her memory will continue to inspire all those who knew and loved her.
Arrangement entrusted to the White Family Funeral Home of Bowie, TX.
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