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Dana Michelle Skinner (Brown)
April 17, 1968 – April 1, 2023
BOWIE – Dana Michelle Skinner (Brown), 54, passed away on April 1, 2023, at Medical City Hospital in Fort Worth.
The family received friends from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. on April 7, at the White Family Funeral Home in Bowie. A graveside service will take place at 11 a.m. on April 8 at Brushy Cemetery in Bowie, with Pastor Chad Word officiating. Pallbearers will be sons-in-law, Nathan Hamilton and Allen Lucky; nephews, Barrett Skinner and Drew Martin; brother-in-law, Kyle Skinner and cousin, Cody Beckham.
Dana was born on April 17, 1968 in Nocona. Dana was the daughter of Billy Lynn Brown and Linda Crenshaw (Boutwell). Dana married Chris Skinner, the love of her life, on May 21, 2011. Dana and Chris were avid travelers and loved traveling with their children and grandchildren, cruising to Grand Cayman, exploring Hawaii and road-tripping the East and West Coasts. Truly young at heart, Dana loved to make memories with her family at concerts, sporting events and vacations. Most of all, she treasured quality time with her loved ones, regardless of activity or venue.
Dana attended Nocona High School and later earned her licensed vocational nurse diploma. As a nurse, Dana primarily worked with the elderly, hospice and most recently with dementia patients at James L. West Alzheimer Center. Dana was a woman of many talents. She was an exceptional cook and her incredible dishes were known far and wide. Dana was a skilled event planner and crafter who loved throwing elaborate, personalized birthday parties and trips. She was a talented singer and even recorded a country album.
More than anything, Dana’s biggest passions were her four grandchildren. Dana was incredibly funny, strong, intentional, determined and known for her independent spirit. Dana had a servant’s heart and gave her all to everyone she met. She cared for each and every person she knew. Her commitment to helping others will continue as Dana chose to be an organ donor.
She is preceded in death by her father, Billy Brown.
Dana is survived by her husband, Chris Skinner, Bowie; daughters, McKenzie Lucky and husband Allen, Eastland, TX and Natalie Hamilton and husband Nathan, Bowie; bonus children, Whitlee and Weston Skinner, Bowie; mother, Linda Crenshaw, Bowie; grandchildren, Lilian, Grant, Sawyer and Hudson; sisters, Stacia Bell and husband Kenneth, Wichita Falls, and Cindy Martin, Lake Kiowa, TX; brother, Zachary Brown and wife Kristina, Fort Worth; best friend of nearly 30 years, Dorothy Moore, Saint Jo and several nieces, nephews and cousins.
Arrangements entrusted to the White Family Funeral Home of Bowie.
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December 26, 1942 – August 28, 2026
BELLEVUE – Jimmie Dale Johnson, 83, died on Aug. 28, 2026 in Wichita Falls.
A celebration of life will take place at 11 a.m. on Sept. 26 at the First Baptist Church of Bellevue Life Center.
He was born Dec. 26, 1942 in Fort Worth to James Jeffrey and Nellie Mae (Frazier) Johnson. He worked in the oilfield and for Robert’s Radiator Shop in Bowie for many years.
He is preceded in death by his parents; partner, Arlene Denton; brothers, Bill Lewis and Bob Lewis; sisters, Betty Huber, Mary Goodner, and twin sisters, Jessie Mayo and Peggy Ferrin.
He is survived by his stepson and numerous nieces and nephews.
Arrangements entrusted to the White Family Funeral Home of Bowie.
August 8, 1972 – September 5, 2026
BOWIE – LaDonna Mae Howell, 54, died on Sept. 5, 2026.
A funeral service took place at 11 a.m. on Sept. 10 at the White Family Funeral Home in Bowie.
She was born on Aug. 8, 1972. She was a graduate of Kinta High School in Kinta, OK where she graduated in 1990 as the valedictorian.
She continued her education at East Central University in Ada, OK earning her bachelor degree in accounting with honors in 1994. That same year, she became a certified public accountant.
She worked for Beverly Industries and Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Oklahoma before serving as vice president of business affairs at Eastern Oklahoma State College in Wilburton. Later, she became the comptroller at North Central Texas College in Gainesville. She also served as the treasurer of the Bowie High School Mighty Marching
Maroon Band Boosters for many years.
She is survived by her son, Andrew Charles Howell, Longtown, OK; daughter, Amanda Rae Howell, Bowie; her children’s father, Michael Ray Howell, Saginaw and three grandchildren.
Arrangements entrusted to the White Family Funeral Home of Bowie.
January 26, 2026 – September 4, 2026
NOCONA – Bobby (Jerry) Orrell, 87, died on Sept. 4, 2026.
A private family service will be held at a later date.
He born in Decatur on Jan. 26, 1939 to Elizabeth and Willie.
He was a United States Army veteran who served his country in Germany. He worked for ARCO National Supply in Gainesville as a supervisor. He worked for Bell Helicopter, Otis Elevator and General Dynamics. He also worked for Boeing as an engineer.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Elizabeth and Willie; sister, Norma Morby and brother, Bill (Buster) Orrell.
He is survived by his sons, Hannan and Caton; three grandchildren and brother, Leo Orrell.
Memorial donations may be made to a charity of choice.
Arrangements entrusted to the Jerry Woods Funeral Home, Nocona.
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