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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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July 4, 1954 – May 5, 2026
NOCONA – John Wesley Woods, 71, died on May 5, 2026.
A private family service will be at a later date.
He was born to Otha Lee and Ruby Dean Allison Woods on July 4, 1954, in El Paso. He worked for the City of Nocona for many years, serving in a variety of roles, primarily at the water plant. He married Robin O’Neal on April 14, 2007 in Nocona.
He was preceded in death by his parents; stepfather; and brothers, Larry Woods and Jay Woods.
He is survived by his wife, Robin Woods, Nocona; children, Michelle Sutton, Nocona and John C. Woods, Wichita Falls; stepchildren, Wacey White, Terral and Whitney Eldred; brothers, Otha Woods, Burleson and Mike Woods, Rockwall; and 11 grandchildren.
Memorial donations may be made to the Nocona Volunteer Fire Department, Lucky Paw’s Animal Shelter, P.O. Box 595, Nocona, TX 76255 or Jean’s Men’s Bible Class, P.O. Box 277, Nocona, TX76255.
November 23, 1945 – May 14, 2026
NOCONA – Corina Mincher, 80, died on May 14, 2026.
There will be a graveside service on May 17 at Ryan Cemetery, Ryan, OK with Pastor Rick Tarpley officiating. Pallbearers will be Joey Beverage, Derik Beverage, Rodney Beverage, Kendell Fleming, Savanna Nail and Aimee Sowell. Honorary Pallbearers are, Joe Smith, Wyatt Beverage and Nora Flores.
She was born on Nov. 23, 1945 in Atoka, OK to Ben and Mary Thompson Mincher. She worked at the Nursing Home in Nocona for most of her life. She grew up going to the Baptist church.
She is preceded in death by her parents; daughter, Malinda Beverage Marshall; one granddaughter and siblings, Lee Roy, Pam, Sue, Dub, Houston, Lisa, Ruthie May and twin sister, Loriena.
She is survived by her children, Lana Greer, Nocona, Richard Beverage, Bowie, 11 grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren.
Memorial donations may be made to a charity of choice.
July 15, 1955 – May 7, 2026
HENRIETTA – Barbara Gail Noble, 70, passed away on May 7, 2026.
The family received friends between 6-8 p.m. on May 11 at Owens & Brumley Funeral Home in Henrietta.
A graveside service was st 10 a.m. on May 12 at Hope Cemetery in Henrietta with Roger Deerinwater officiating.
Barbara was born on July 15, 1955 in Fort Worth to Roland Dale and Lorena (Taylor) Proctor. She married Robert Noble on July 9, 1989. Barbara was a private duty nurse for many years and took care of her mother. She served as president, and owned and operated Abner’s Nutrition Center since 2004. Barbara was a loving wife, mother and grandmother and will be dearly missed.
She was preceded in death by her father, Roland Dale Proctor; brother, Robert Dale Proctor; sister, Sherry Lynn Howard and granddaughter, Racey Sternadel.
She is survived by her loving husband of 36 years, Robert Noble; mother, Lorena Proctor; two sons, Matthew Sternadel and wife Terry, and Mitchell Sternadel and wife Crystal; step-children, Robert C. Noble, Denise Casey and husband Paul, and Bethany Razavizaqdeh and husband Michael; two sisters, Teresa Grant and Bonita Proctor; 11 grandchildren, Bailey, Hunter, Laci, Tyler, Hannah, Kiley, Chauncey, Phoenix, Alexis, Alexander and Jaidyn; three great-grandchildren, Tripp, Millie and Bennett; and several nieces, nephews, family and friends.
Condolences may be sent to the family at www.owensandbrumley.com.
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