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Juanita Riley Pollard

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October 7, 1934 – January 5, 2022
BOWIE – Juanita Riley Pollard, 87, Bowie, TX passed away Jan. 5, 2022 at the Texas Health HEB Hospital in Bedford, TX at 87 years of age.
A funeral service was at 2 p.m Jan. 11, at the First Baptist Church in Bowie with Pastor Mike Henson officiating. Burial followed at Elmwood Cemetery.
The family received friends from 6 to 8 p.m. on Jan. 10 at the White Family Funeral Home in Bowie.
Juanita was born on Oct. 7, 1934 in Bowie to Henry and Ora Riley.
She graduated from Bowie High School in 1951. She married Marion Harold Pollard, Sr. in 1954 and they resided in Bowie their entire lives. She was a lifetime member of the First Baptist Church in Bowie. She operated an accounting business in Bowie, for over 45 years. Juanita was an avid Dallas Cowboys fan.
She was preceded in death by her husband Harold Pollard, Sr., sons Randy Lee Pollard and Larry Gregory Pollard two daughters Deane Pollard and Janis Pollard Archer.
Juanita is survived by son, Marion Harold Pollard, Jr., Bowie, three grandsons John Paul Barton Pollard and wife Jenny, Piedmont, OK; Gary Lynn Pollard and wife Brandi, Rineyville, KY; Marion Jay Pollard, Sanger; two granddaughters, Tyra Zell Hickerson and husband Lee, Colorado Springs, CO; Stacy Archer Rammage, Weatherford,; six great-grandchildren and four great-great-grandchildren; two local nephews David Lewis and wife, Becky, Bowie; Robert Lee Walker and wife, Pam, Bowie; and several other nieces, nephews, near family members, and dear friends. Too many to list.
Juanita was a very special woman and a part of so many lives. She loved God first and foremost. She felt so blessed to be living at Independence Hall and so thankful to all the staff over there that became such a large part of her life these last few years. She cherished every minute with all her family and friends. She loved First Baptist Church and all her church family. Last, but not least, she absolutely loved the town of Bowie with all her heart.
If you would like to do something in Juanita’s honor in lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to: Independence Hall in Bowie or the First Baptist Church of Bowie.
Arrangements entrusted to the White Family Funeral Home of Bowie, Texas.
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John Riley Russell

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May 27, 1948 – July 14, 2024
MONTAGUE – John Riley Russell, 76, died July 14, 2024 following several battles with cancer.
At John’s request, there will be no formal service. There will be a casual family visitation from 4 to 6 p.m. on July 20 at the White Family Funeral Home in Bowie. John desired to be cremated, his ashes joined with Gerry’s in time and to be spread over his home place in Montague.
John was born in West Columbia, TX to Carl and Pauline Teague Russell on May 27, 1948. He was welcomed to the family by his big sister, Lynda.
The family moved to Bowie so that Carl could start Russell’s Department Store in 1951. John graduated from Bowie High School in 1966; he excelled in basketball under Coach Gayno Shelton’s guidance. John continued his education at Midwestern University where he was a member of Sigma Nu Fraternity.
After marrying Gerry Galloway in 1968, John worked for General Dynamics, which later became Lockheed Martin. At that company he became a world traveler. He loved traveling, but his favorite place was at home with his wife and his beautiful daughter, Brandy Michelle, who was born in 1970.
After retiring in 2004, John and Gerry moved to Montague to live out their lives. They were blessed with two fantastic grandsons, Jax Riley Williams and Kaz Russell Williams. John took great pride in that both boys were named after him.
John is survived by his wife of 56 years, Gerry Russell; his daughter, Brandy and her wonderful husband, Paul Williams and two grandsons, Jax and Kaz Williams. He also leaves behind his loving sister, Lynda Neeld and her daughters, Holly Bullock and Shawna Tomlin.
Expressions of sympathy to John’s family are appreciated, but please do not bother with flowers or memorials; instead, do something nice for a family member, friend or stranger; pet a pooch and think of John. Also, he would stress to all young people to stay away from tobacco products.
Arrangements entrusted to the White Family Funeral Home of Bowie.

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Raymond “Salty” Hudson Sr.

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May 27, 1941 – May 27, 1941
NOCONA – Raymond “Salty” Hudson Sr., 83, died on July 10, 2024.
A visitation was from 7 to 8 p.m. on July 12 at Jerry Woods Funeral Home Chapel. A funeral service will be at 2 p.m. on July 13 at Jerry Woods Funeral Home Chapel with Pastor Donald Cheshier officiating. Interment will follow at Eagle Point Cemetery.
He was born on May 27, 1941 in Sentinel, OK to Henry and Eula McLaughlin Hudson. They later moved to Lubbock where he grew up. He married Doris May Partridge on Aug. 16, 1960 in Montague and together they had three children.
He worked for Justin Leathergoods for 23 years then Nocona Belt Company for more than 25 years until he retired with Bell Supply. He coached little league baseball where he started the teams for Justin Leathergoods. He also was involved in the Nocona Indians Booster Club for a number of years. Hudson also worked for R.B. Stout Furniture store where he did odd jobs, delivered and did repairs on appliances. He was a lifetime member of Shady Grove Community Church for more than 60 years where he served as treasurer and deacon.
He is preceded in death by his parents, one brother and two sisters.
He is survived by his wife of 63 years Doris; sons, Ray and Kenny; daughter, Carmella; two grandchildren; three step-grandchildren; one great-grandchild and eight step-great-grandchildren.
In lieu of flowers make donations to Eagle Point Cemetery Association or Shady Grove Church, c/o Doris Hudson, 108 Jackson, Nocona, TX 76255.
Arrangements entrusted to Jerry Woods Funeral Home Nocona.

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James “Jim” Edward Price Jr.

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July 25,1958 – July 7, 2024
MONTAGUE – James “Jim” Edward Price Jr., 65, died on July 7, 2024 at home.
A memorial service will take place at 2 p.m. on July 17 at the White Family Funeral Home in Bowie, with Pastor Gregg Shaw officiating.
He was born on July 25,1958 in Bridgeport where he lived most of his life. He worked at Gifford Hill and Hanson as a heavy diesel mechanic which he retired from after 45 years.
He is preceded in death by his parents, James and Barbara Price; sister, Rheeanna Gage and two grandchildren.
He is survived by his wife of 45 years, Liz Price, Montague; son, Cody Price; daughter, Courtney Waldrip, Bowie; sister, Susie Rankin, Fort Worth; six grandchildren and multiple nieces and nephews.
In lieu of flowers the family requests donations be made to Legend Bank for the Colby Price Scholarship and RheeAnna Gage Scholarship to help the upcoming senior class.
Arrangements entrusted to the White Family Funeral Home of Bowie.

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