Local Obituaries for Mansfield, TX & Surrounding Areas.

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...

Dec 29, 2023

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...

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...

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...

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...

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;...

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...

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...

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...

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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Dec 21, 2023

Deborah "Debbie" Simpson of Fort Worth, Texas passed away Westmoreland, Kansas on December 21, 2023, at the age of 54.

 

Debbie was born in Mansfield, Texas on December 29, 1968, to Lee Roy Wiggins and Jacynth "Jackie" West Wiggins.  She graduated from Mansfield High School in 1986.  Debbie married Joe Simpson on May 7, 2002, in Las Vegas,...

Dec 21, 2023

Billy Leon Wiggins, of Joshua, Texas, formerly of Mineral Wells, Texas, went to be with the Lord on Thursday, December 21, 2023, at the age of 83.

1st Visitation: 6:00-8:00PM Thursday, December 28, 2023 at Skyvue Funeral Home.

2nd Visitation: 11:00-12:00PM Friday, December 29, 2023 at Church of God Mineral Wells 2501 SE 14th Ave Mineral Wells, TX 76067.

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Dec 20, 2023

Carell A. Powell of Fort Worth, Texas passed on December 20, 2023, at the age of 75. 

Carell was born in 1948, to Eleanora Polk here in Texas. He graduated high school and then served our country in the United States Army.  He enjoyed a career as a Barber.

Carell is preceded in death by his mother, Eleanora Polk; wife, Zelda Powell; brothers,...

Dec 18, 2023

Tommy M. Sprinkle, of Burleson, Texas, passed away on Monday, December 18, 2023 at the age of 70.

A native of Buncombe Co. North Carolina, he was the husband of Carol Chilson Sprinkle, and the son of the late Auburn C. Sprinkle, Jr. and Louise Davis Sprinkle. He was a member of McPherson Road Baptist Church for 19 years, years...

Dec 18, 2023

Norma Mijares of Fort Worth, Texas, went to be with the Lord on Monday, December 18, 2023 at the age of 56.

Visitation: 6:00-8:00 PM Wednesday, December 27, 2023 at Skyvue Funeral Home with a rosary beginning at 7:00 PM.

Funeral Service: 2:00 PM Thursday, December 28, 2023 at Skyvue Funeral Home.

Interment: Skyvue Memorial Gardens immediately following the chapel...

Dec 17, 2023

 

Jack Crabtree, 90, passed away on Sunday,  December 17, 2023.

Visitation: 6-8 pm Tuesday, December 26, at Skyvue Funeral Home.

Graveside Service: 1 pm Wednesday, December 27, at Nancy Smith Cemetery, Glen Rose, TX.

Survivors: Loving Wife, Jimmie Ruth Crabtree; daughter; Cindy Denise Bohannon and husband Gary; sons, Cody Crabtree and wife Vicki, Mark Crabtree and wife, Karen; grandchildren,...

Dec 12, 2023

Ms. Lucille S. Williams was born on January 3, 1936, in Pelican Desoto Parish, Louisiana to the parentage of Henry and Lizzie Scott.

She was amongst 5 other siblings, which four of her siblings preceded her in death.  One sister is still with us today, Rosa Marie Scott.

Ms. Williams married Nathaniel Williams, Sr. on July 14, 1956, in...

Dec 12, 2023

Delores Linda Hurd was born on September 27, 1947 in Fort Worth, TX to Mable and Earlis Johnson. She departed this life on December 12, 2023, during the 7th day of Hanukkah.

Delores graduated from Como High School and received a bachelor's degree in biology from Texas Wesleyan University.

She was married to Carlos Hurd on June 8, 1968. They...

Dec 11, 2023

Micaela De La Rosa Ruiz passed away on Monday, December 11, 2023.

Memorial service: 11 am Saturday, December 16, 2023 at Skyvue Victoria Chapel.

Survivors: Daughters, Dulce Hernandez, Alma G. Arcos and Ramon Arcos; sons, Luis Alonso Ruiz, Neri and Jerri Ann Ruiz, Leopoldo Ruiz III, and Jose Romulo Ruiz, sisters, Leticia Castilleja, Graciela and Raul Esparza, Herlinda De La...