Obituaries

Local Obituaries for Mansfield, TX & Surrounding Areas.

Preston G. Jordan

Preston G. Jordan

Jan 5, 2024

Preston Gene Jordan, of Burleson, Texas, passed away on Friday, January 5, 2024 at the age of 86.

Memorial service: 2:00 PM Friday, January 19, 2024 at Retta Baptist Church 13201 Rendon Rd, Burleson, TX 76028.

Flowers are welcome, but if you would like to instead make a donation in Preston's honor, please consider donating to to the firemen's fund.

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Alice Mae Williams

Alice Mae Williams

Jan 3, 2024

 

Alice Mae Bryant Williams   Alice Mae Bryant Williams 82 died unexpectedly January 3, 2024, at Ennis Regional Medical Center after a bucket list trip to Buckee’s. She was born February 16, 1941, in Dallas, Texas, the daughter of Lee Roy Bryant and Anne Mary Broyles Bryant.   Alice graduated from Sunset High School, Dallas, TX, Class of 1959....

Ruby Lee Langley

Ruby Lee Langley

Jan 3, 2024

 

Ruby L. Langley, formerly of Rendon, TX. Passed away on Wednesday,  January 3, 2024.   Memorial Service:  6:00 pm Thursday, January 18, 2024 at Skyvue Funeral Home.   Ruby was born on September 26, 1941 to Earl McKay and Opal McDonald in Talco, TX.   In lieu of flowers the family asks that donations be made to Meals on...

Aurelio Martinez

Aurelio Martinez

Jan 2, 2024

Aurelio Martinez of Crowley, Texas passed January 2, 2024, in the comfort of his own home at the age of 74.

He was born June 16, 1949, in Ojo de Agua, San Luis Potosi to Atilano Martinez and Vicenta Huerta.  Aurelio married Irene Banda March 28, 1975, in Cerritos, San Luis Potosi, Mexico. He enjoyed gardening, woodwork and fishing.

In...

Kotoko Ratcliff

Kotoko Ratcliff

Jan 1, 2024

Kotoko (Sue) Ratcliff (95) passed away peacefully in her sleep on New Year’s Day—arguably her favorite day of the year. She died at home in Arlington, TX surrounded by family.  She was born in Ashikaga, Japan on March 20, 1928.  Kotoko married Leroy Ratcliff in December 1957 in Tokyo, Japan. Upon Leroy’s retirement from the Air Force, they moved to...

Linda Holston

Linda Holston

Jan 1, 2024

Linda Holston went to be with the Lord on January 1, 2024, at the age of 82.

In lieu of flowers please make donations to a charity of your choice.

Linda was born August 18, 1941, in Flint, Michigan to Veria and Bob Groat.

After completing high school, Linda went to work for Texas Oil and Gas.

On March 16,...

Lydia Ann Potts

Lydia Ann Potts

Jan 1, 2024

Lydia Ann Potts, of Mansfield, Texas, passed away on Monday, January 1, 2024 at the age of 69.

Graveside Service: 10:30 AM Thursday, January 11, 2024 at Dallas Fort Worth National Cemetery, Dallas, Texas.

Lydia was born on May 17, 1954 in York, PA to Elwood Slonaker and Hilda Martin Slonaker.

Upon graduating high school, Lydia went on to get...

Charles Bryant

Charles Bryant

Dec 31, 2023

Charles Ray Bryant was born on November 24, 1935, in Dallas, Texas. He died on SundayDecember 31, 2023, in Burleson, Texas at the age of 88.He was preceded in death by his father, William Wade Bryant, mother, Cleo Lovell Smith, sister,Alice Gibson, and brother, Billy Bryant.He is survived by his wife of 67 years, Inus Estelle Johnson, son Timothy Wade...

Richard S. Franklin

Richard S. Franklin

Dec 30, 2023

Richard S. Franklin died peacefully at home on Saturday, December 30, 2023, in Burleson, TX. He was surrounded by his family and holding the hand of the love of his life, his wife of 63 years, Geri. Richard spent his last days with family and eating all the food he loved. He loved candy, and it wasn’t unusual to pry...

Samuel B. Ealy

Samuel B. Ealy

Dec 28, 2023

Samuel B. Ealy’s life began on December 11, 1941 in Fort Worth, Texas. He was the second of seven children born to the union of X.L. and Jewel Ealy.

He attended public schools and graduated from I.M. Terrell in 1960. Upon graduating high school, Sam attended Los Angeles City College. He then made his way back to Fort Worth, where...

Daniel Elmer Duncan

Daniel Elmer Duncan

Dec 28, 2023

Daniel Elmer Duncan, a loving husband, father and granfather went to be with the Lord on December 28, 2023, in Fort Worth, Texas, at the age of 65. Born on October 14, 1958, in Trenton, New Jersey, he was the loving son of his parents, Elmer Duncan and Pansy Williams Duncan.Daniel's early years laid the foundation for his remarkable life...

Mekia "KiKi" Stephens

Mekia "KiKi" Stephens

Dec 28, 2023

 

Mekia was born November 7, 1972, in Fort Worth, Texas. Daughter of Albert Louis Stephens Sr and Mary Elizabeth Mason-Stephens. Graduated from Eastern Hills High School. She was a tenured employee at General Motors in Arlington Tx for at least the last 12 years. Kiki was known by many as strong, sweet, compassionate, kind, loving, caring, and over all...

Aida Ull

Aida Ull

Dec 26, 2023

Aida Ull of Mansfield, Texas and formerly of Ceiba, Puerto Rico, passed away December 26, 2023, in Mansfield at the age of 89.

Aida was born May 4, 1934, in Fajardo, Puerto Rico to Angle Reyes and Julia Reyes Cruz.  She married Ernesto Ull on November 5, 1950.

She worked as a Registered Nurse after completing her education...

Darlene L. Baker

Darlene L. Baker

Dec 25, 2023

Darlene L. Baker, of Burleson, Texas, went to be with the Lord on Monday, December 25, 2023 at the age of 83.

Funeral Service: 1:00 PM Tuesday, January 2, 2024 at McPherson Road Baptist Church, Burleson, Texas.

Interment: Immediately following services at Skyvue Memorial Gardens, Mansfield, Texas.

Those left behind to cherish Darlene's memory are her loving husband, Ellis Baker;...

Kevin Swank

Kevin Swank

Dec 24, 2023

Kevin Swank, 45, passed away on Sunday, December 24, 2023.

Memorial service: 12:00pm, Saturday, January 27, 2024 at Skyvue Funeral Home.

Kevin was preceded in death by his father, Thomas Herod and father-in-law Bo Anglin.

Survivors: Wife, Suzanne Swank; daughters, Bailey and Andrew Whitten, Ashlee Lyle and Brian Fort, Autumn Swank; son, Jacob and Juliana Swank; parents, Mark and Lisa...

Larry Smitherman, Sr.

Larry Smitherman, Sr.

Dec 24, 2023

Larry Earl Smitherman, Sr. of Mansfield, Texas went to be with the Lord on December 24, 2023, in the comfort of his own home surrounded by family at the age of 71.

Larry was born in Fort Worth, Texas on December 13, 1952, to Kenneth Darrell Smitherman, Sr. and Bonnie Jean Hiser.  He married his loving wife, Brenda Sue Harkcom...

Billy Ray Tidwell

Billy Ray Tidwell

Dec 23, 2023

Billy Ray Tidwell of Fort Worth, Texas came to rest on Saturday, December 23, 2023, at the age of 83.

Billy was born June 1, 1940, in Paris, Texas.  He married Wanda McDougle Tidwell in Denton, Texas on February 22, 1964. He ran his own trucking company, Tidwell Trucking. He was also a well-known flagman at Cowtown Speedway for 25...

May Gesare Nyariki

May Gesare Nyariki

Dec 22, 2023

In Loving Memory of May Gesare (May 15, 2006 – Dec 22, 2023)

It is with heavy hearts and profound sadness that we announce the passing of May Gesare, a beloved daughter, sister, and friend, who departed from this world on Dec 22, 2023. May's life, though brief, was a testament to resilience, kindness, and a genuine love for others.

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