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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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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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