Obituaries

Local Obituaries for Mansfield, TX & Surrounding Areas.

Bernice Smith

Bernice Smith

Sep 25, 2025

Bernice Smith, a beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend, passed away peacefully on September 25, 2025. She was 87 years old.

Born on August 26, 1938, in Fort Worth, Texas, Bernice was the daughter of Alfred Dan and Ida Mae Butler. She received her high school education at the historic I.M. Terrell High School, where she laid the foundation...

CJ Benton

CJ Benton

Sep 24, 2025

Cloreese Janell Benton, better known as CJ, passed away on 24th of September after courageously battling a brief illness.

CJ was born in Fort Worth, Texas to Bobby and Jeanette Benton with a very large family surrounding her with much love. CJ was influenced by her family to be a loving and caring woman, always giving her time to others. CJ...

Jerry Bendfeldt

Jerry Bendfeldt

Sep 21, 2025

Jerry William “Billy Bardo” Bendfeldt

March 21, 1953 – September 21, 2025

Jerry William Bendfeldt, lovingly known by many as “Billy Bardo,” passed away on September 21, 2025, at the age of 72. A proud New Yorker at heart, Jerry was born and raised in Brentwood, New York, but made his home in Burleson, Texas, where he built a life filled with...

James Bleaker Degen

James Bleaker Degen

Sep 19, 2025

Bleaker James Degen was born September 4, 1935 in Bell, California. He was 90 years and a few weeks old and traded his home in Mansfield, TX for one in heaven with his savior, Jesus Christ, on September 19, 2025. 

He attended parochial schools, served in the CA National Guard and US Army Reserves for 8 years before his 34-year employment...

Donald Curtis Adams

Donald Curtis Adams

Sep 18, 2025

Donald Curtis Adams has peacefully passed away on September 18, 2025, at the age 72.

Curtis was born on March 3, 1953, in Fort Worth, Texas, to Joy Lou and George Adams. He grew up in the DFW area and worked for The University of Texas at Arlington for 36 years, even attending the same school for some time. He married...

Joshua Aaron Postert

Joshua Aaron Postert

Sep 18, 2025

Joshua Aaron Postert (Bubba) is the youngest son of Jon and Laura Postert; born March 15, 1984, in Dallas, Texas. On September 18, 2025, Joshua passed away peacefully at the age of 41.

He is preceded in death by his Grandparents: Henry Postert, Alicia Adams, Stanley and Katherine Garrett; his Father: Jon Postert; His brother: Jason Postert; Uncles: Shane Postert, Henry...

Chester Ray Barrow

Chester Ray Barrow

Sep 18, 2025

Chester Ray Barrow has peacefully passed away on September 18, 2025, at the age of 77.

Chester was born on December 7, 1947, in Fort Worth, Texas, to Frances Juanita and Lois Lincoln Barrow. He married Linda Kelly Franklin in Fort Worth on October 17, 2009. He worked in the roofing business for many years and enjoyed playing guitar and listening...

Paul Lynn Thompson

Paul Lynn Thompson

Sep 16, 2025

Paul Lynn Thompson lived life with a spark that touched everyone around him. Known as the life of the party, Paul had a gift for filling every room with laughter, warmth, and unforgettable stories. He loved going out, gathering with friends, and making every moment count. Whether at family celebrations, backyard cookouts, or simple evenings surrounded by loved ones, Paul...

Mark Brock Hanna

Mark Brock Hanna

Sep 15, 2025

Mark Brock Hanna passed away on September 15, 2025, in Fort Worth, Texas at the age of 39. 

Mark was born in Fort Belvoir, Virginia on September 13, 1986, to Christopher Charles Hunt and Melisa Ann Hunt (Jones). He married Rebecca Ann Hanna (Bartolowits) on March 21, 2020, in North Richland Hills, Texas.

He attended Eagles View Church. He enjoyed his saltwater...

Emily Nicole Diaz

Emily Nicole Diaz

Sep 15, 2025

Emily Nicole Diaz, passed away on Monday, September 15, 2025.

Visitation: 10 - 11 am Monday, September 22, 2025 at Skyvue Funeral Home.

Funeral: 11 am Monday, September 22, 2025 at Skyvue Funeral home with a burial to follow at Skyvue Memorial Gardens

Emily was born on February 5, 1998 in Beaufort, SC to Christopher Diaz Sr. and Cindy Jones. She loved music,...

Jerome Weldon Kelly

Jerome Weldon Kelly

Sep 14, 2025

Jerome Weldon Kelly laid his hard-working hands to rest on Sunday, September 14, 2025, at the age of 63.

Jerome was born in Winslow, Arizona on April 13, 1962, to Howard Edward Kelly and Jan Nevada Macway Kelly. He received his Bachelor of Science from Texas A&M in Agricultural Education. He also retired as a Lieutenant Colonel in the Army Reserves....

Judy Wiegref

Judy Wiegref

Sep 14, 2025

Judy Wiegref, a beloved mother, sister, grandmother, and friend, passed away on September 14, 2025, leaving behind a legacy of love and warmth that touched the lives of many. Born on December 27, 1957, in Detroit, Michigan, Judy spent her formative years nurturing her spirited personality and cultivating her unwavering commitment to those around her.

After a fulfilling 28-year career with...

Bruce LaNoel Harris

Bruce LaNoel Harris

Sep 13, 2025

Bruce LaNoel Harris, 63, of Mansfield, Texas, a beloved husband, father, son, brother, and friend, passed away surrounded by love on September 13, 2025. A celebration of his beautiful life will be held Saturday, September 20,2025 at Cowboy Church Worship Center Ellis County of Waxahachie, Texas at 1:00P.M.

Bruce was born on February 27, 1962, in Duncan, Oklahoma, the second child...

Ruth Garvey

Ruth Garvey

Sep 12, 2025

Ruth Elizabeth Garvey was called to her heavenly home on Friday, September 12, 2025, at the age of 61.

Ruth was born in Laredo, Texas, on April 30, 1964, to Justo Cruz Aldrete and Ruth Soberon Blake. She was raised in her hometown of Nuevo Laredo, Tamaulipas, Mexico.

Her education consisted of Antonio Moreno Gonzalez Primary School in Mexico, Class of 1976;...

Joe Dale Attaway, Jr.

Joe Dale Attaway, Jr.

Sep 11, 2025

With love and heavy hearts, we celebrate the life of Joe Dale Attaway Jr, a devoted husband, father, and grandfather. Joe passed away peacefully at his home in Kyle, TX, on September 11, 2025, at the age of 61.

Joe was everything to his family. He loved boating, camping, and simply being together with the people he loved most. Port Aransas...

Ashley Nicole Applegate

Ashley Nicole Applegate

Sep 11, 2025

Ashley Nicole Applegate formerly of Crowley, Tx passed away on Thursday, September 11, 2025.

Visitation: 6-8 pm Friday, September 19, 2025 at Skyvue Funeral Home.

Funeral service: 10 am Saturday, September 20, 2025 at Skyvue Funeral Home with cremation to follow.

Ashley was born on September 26, 1983 to Randy Applegate and Tracy Hart in Fort Worth, TX.  She was a Clerk for...

Larry Ray Spears

Larry Ray Spears

Sep 10, 2025

Larry Ray Spears, born on July 30, 1960, in the vibrant heart of Fort Worth, Texas, passed away on September 10, 2025. He leaves behind a legacy woven through the laughter and love of a large family and an extensive circle of friends, each of whom will carry a piece of him in their hearts.

From his early years, Larry’s hands...

John Bradley Brooks

John Bradley Brooks

Sep 10, 2025

John Bradley Brooks has peacefully passed away on September 10, 2025, at the age of 60.

John was born on November 24, 1964, in Dallas, Texas, to Dixie Lee and George Lewis Brooks. He grew up in Duncanville, where he graduated high school, and went on to be an Operations Supervisor at Alamo Glass and Mirror. John married Julie Ann on...

Billy Frank Miller

Billy Frank Miller

Sep 10, 2025

Billy Frank Miller peacefully transitioned to his Heavenly Home on September 10, 2025, at the age of 75.

Billy was born on July 13, 1950, in Fort Worth, Texas to Della Adalaide Robinson and Chester Miller. Living in Fort Worth his whole life, here is where Billy married Barbara Ann on October 27, 1969, and worked as a chef at Texas...

Tomasa Abalos

Tomasa Abalos

Sep 9, 2025

Tomasa Abalos 92, the beloved matriarch of our family, went home to be with the Lord on September 9, 2025. Born on June 9, 1933, in Fort Stockton, Texas, she lived a life of faith, love, and strength that guided and blessed all who knew her.

She was known for her unwavering devotion to her family. As the matriarch, she nurtured...