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Charles Ronald “Ronnie” Weber
June 13, 1940 – November 9, 2020
BOWIE – Charles Ronald “Ronnie” Weber, 80, went to his Heavenly home to be with his first love, Jesus Christ on Nov. 9, 2020.
A funeral service took place at 10 a.m. on Nov. 11 at the First Baptist Church of Bowie, with Pastor Lonnie Moore officiating. The burial followed at Rush Creek Cemetery in Greenwood. The family received friends one hour prior to the service at the church.
Ronnie was born in Wise County, Decatur, on June 13, 1940 to Charlie Rudolph and Artie Dale (Ford) Weber. Ronnie married the love of his life Melba Jane Florida, on Aug. 4, 1961, and together they lived in Greenwood for 11 years. The couple then moved to Bowie on Aug. 13, 1972 and were together for 59 years.
Ronnie was a dedicated Christian, and served as a Deacon at First Baptist Church of Bowie, and taught Sunday school for 59 years. Ronnie was saved during VBS at the Greenwood Baptist Church and served God all his life. He could be caught praying any time of the day.
Many will remember Ronnie as the friendly door greeter at the Bowie Walmart for the past 15 years. He loved music and had a large country music collection. He made CDs for many people. Throughout the day, you could hear him singing at the top of his voice in his record room.
He is preceded in death by his dad, Charlie Weber, mother Artie Weber and niece Stephanie Marx.
Ronnie is survived by his wife, Melba Jane Weber; sons, Scott Weber and wife, Diane and Keith Weber and friend, Carla; daughter, Kristi Smith and husband, Steve; sister, Sharon Marx and husband, Bob; brother, Roger Weber and wife, Carla; grandchildren- Kristin Cervantes and husband, Buck, Kolby Weber and wife, Emily, Allie Cockerham and husband, Dalton, Karly Weber, Kamry Weber and fiancé, Kealy, Alex Smith, Averie Smith, Drew Weber, Austin Weber and Addy Cook; great-grandchildren- Payzlie, Kash, Ella and Riggs Cervantes, Presley, Landon and Brooks Weber and Margo Cockerham; numerous nieces, nephews and dear Christian friends.
In lieu of flowers, memorials can be made in honor of Ronnie to the First Baptist Church of Bowie’s Nursery at 307 Lindsey St. Bowie, TX 76230.
Arrangements entrusted to The White Family Funeral Home of Bowie.
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June 9, 1945 – April 29, 2026
BOWIE – Barbara Jean Latham, 80, beloved mother, passed away on April 29, 2026 when her battle with cancer ended.
Barbara was laid to rest at Bomarton Cemetery, next to her husband.
Barbara was born on June 9, 1945, in Portland, OR. She was a long-time resident of Sweetwater. She spent the last part of her life living in Bowie. She loved spending time with her family and friends. She also loved her ladies (chickens) and garage sales.
Barbara was preceded in death by her loving husband, James Young Latham and her mother, Adeline Mae Ballenger.
Barbara is survived by her son Harold Betts; daughters, Jamie Latham Shaw and Jenisu Latham; siblings Buddy Covington, Thomas Covington, Ronnie Covington, Sharon Covington Posey, Joe Covington, Melissa Evans and Judy Johson; and numerous grandchildren; great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews.
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November 5, 1938 – April 18, 2026
WICHITA FALLS – Maggie Killen, 87, died on April 18, 2026.
A graveside service took place at 1 p.m. on April 27 at Salona Cemetery near Bowie.
She was born on Nov. 5, 1938 in Bowie to Bertha Irene (Brewer) and Emmett Franklin Thompson. She was a graduate of Bowie High School. She was an oil information secretary and later in life as a business office manager in a skilled nursing home.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Bertha Irene and Emmett Franklin Thompson: sisters; Gracie McNatt, Berneice Oliver, Ola Mae Deeton, Ernestine Ray and Dorothy Woolf: brothers; Kelly Thompson, John Thompson, Lonnie Thompson, Wayne Thompson and Tommy Thompson; son, Ricky Wallace and daughter, Vicki Cullens.
She is survived by two grandchildren and six great-grandchildren
In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to University Park Nursing and Rehab.
June 4, 1947 – April 19, 2026
SPAINSH FORT – Sammy Joe Mitchell, 78, died on April 19, 2026.
There was a visitation from 5-6 p.m. on April 24 at Jerry Woods Funeral Home Chapel in Nocona.
A graveside service will be at 10 a.m. on April 25 at Spanish Fort Cemetery in Spanish Fort.
He was born on June 4, 1947 in Nocona to Bonnie O. Mitchell Jr. & Mary Lou Cross Mitchell. He grew up in the Spanish Fort area and went to school at Prairie Valley Schools. He was a hard-working farmer, rancher and mechanic all of his life and served his nation in the Airforce. He was a member of First United Methodist Church in Spanish Fort. He married the love of his life Robbie Hawthorne on May 8, 1971 in Nocona.
He is preceded in death by his parents and brother, Steven Chris Mitchell.
He is survived by his wife, Robbie Mitchell, Spanish Fort; children, Joe Chris Mitchell, Spanish Fort and Kasie Hamilton, Bowie; sister, Bonnie Robertson, Spanish Fort; six grandchildren and several great-grandchildren.
Memorial donations may be made to The Montague County Youth Fair, c/o Kenton Holloway, 5549 F.M. 1758, Bowie, TX 76230.
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