Laurel Land Funeral Home and Cemetery
When the time comes for you to plan a funeral, it helps to work with someone you can trust to take care of what needs to be done the way you want to do it. That's what we have to offer you whether you're planning ahead for your own funeral or taking care of someone you love. Your family's comfort matters a great deal to us. Generations of families have depended on us at Laurel Land Funeral Homes and Cemetery to provide the finest in personalized service and care. You can be assured that our reputation for customer service is excellent. We realize the importance of everyone's personal wishes and traditions and will work with you to create the funeral experience you want - from traditional services to anything that is possible today. Our funeral arrangers are experienced and compassionate professionals who will listen to what you have to say and take pride in making sure each and every detail is handled with care for you and your family. For your convenience, we have our own full-service floral shop, Rembrandt Florist, onsite at our Fort Worth location to make it easier for you to select any floral tributes you may want. We are also proud to be the only funeral home in the Fort Worth area to offer you the Enduring Memories® Video Booth so you, your family and friends can create a lasting tribute for yourselves and others to remember. More information is provided below. Finally, we believe you'll find our funeral home facilities to be beautiful, spacious and easy to find. From our 250-seat chapel to our more intimate family rooms at each location, our funeral home facilities were designed with your family's comfort and convenience in mind. Visitors to our Fort Worth location are welcomed with a lovely greeting area complete with an open staircase. Many have expressed finding this warm reception area to be comforting. We hope you do too. Our Laurel Land Funeral Home in Fort Worth is also conveniently located on the grounds of Laurel Land Cemetery. Those who have chosen to use both our funeral home and cemetery for their funerals find the seamless service and close proximity to be valuable added benefits. The well-maintained cemetery grounds offer visitors a serene haven for reflection and remembrance. The cemetery also offers picturesque lawns and gardens including two Veterans areas and the Garden of Reflections. You can choose from a variety of options including indoor or outdoor mausoleum entombment and private family estates. Traditional burial and cremation options are also available. The Chapel of the Chimes, a chapel commemorating the freedom of the press, is also on the grounds of the cemetery and replicates St. Paul's Church in Mount Vernon, N.Y. We welcome the opportunity to meet with you and give you a personal tour of our funeral home and cemetery in Fort Worth or our funeral home in Burleson. Just give us a call or stop by.
Our Obituaries
Lueree Bromsey
May 23, 1921 - May 13, 2013
Lueree Bromsey, 91, was born on May 23, 1921 in Terrell, TX, and passed away on May 13, 2013. She was a resident of Dallas, Tx.
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Dorothy Joyner-Spears
June 29, 1932 - May 13, 2013
Dorothy Joyner Spears was born on June 29, 1932, in Columbia, South Carolina, to the parentage of Eddie and Sadie Robinson. After graduating from Allen University, she moved to Dallas and worked for Bell Helicopter until her retirement. She was preceded in death by her parents and two brothers, Eddie Robinson and Romeo Robinson. Dorothy is survived by her sons: Roger F. Joyner and Edward Spears...
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Mary Evelyn Borcherding
May 17, 1934 - May 12, 2013
Borcherding, Mary Evelyn, Age 78, of Grand Prairie, Texas passed away peacefully on May 12, 2013 at Arlington Memorial Hospital. She was born May 17, 1934 in Altus, Oklahoma to Haskell and Etta Henry. Haskell and Etta were Parents to five children. She attended Snyder High School and graduated in 1953. Mary married Louis Winton Borcherding in Lawton, OK on June 07, 1954. She was a Military Wife...
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Alta Mae Fenner
January 21, 1932 - May 12, 2013
Alta Mae Fenner, 81, of Dallas, Texas passed away on May 12, 2013.
The graveside service will be held at Laurel Land Funeral Home, 6000 S. RL Thornton Fwy., Dallas, Texas. Tuesday May 14, 2013 at 1:30 PM .
Alta Mae Fenner, daughter of Alta and Charles Albrite of Dallas, TX.
Preceded in death by her parents, brothers, Charles and George, sisters; Nellie, and four Daughters; Karen, Theresa...
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Aiden Wesley Earl
March 13, 2013 - May 10, 2013
Aiden Wesley Earl
Born March 13, 2013 Passed Away May 10, 2013. Survived by his loving mother and father, Sasha Holiday and Wesley Earl Jr., brother Marques White, sisters, Asheia White, Marquesha White and Londyn Earl, and numerous other realatives.
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Delfino Martinez
December 24, 1945 - May 10, 2013
Delfino Martinez, 67, was born on December 24, 1945 and passed away on May 10, 2013. Delfino was a resident of Dallas, Tx.
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Louise Howe
June 8, 1925 - May 10, 2013
Louise Howe
Born June 8, 1925 Passed away May 10, 2013
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Willie Belle Brown
January 23, 1920 - May 9, 2013
Mrs. Willie Belle Brown was born January 23, 1920 in Oakwood, TX. Born to Elder Alvin and Birta Glover Reeves. She was the third of ten children. Mrs. Brown accepted Chirst at a yound Age. Mother Brown graduated from Dunbar High School in Oakwood, TX in 1939. After graduating from High School, she then attended Ma'dam C.J. Walker Beauty School in Houston, TX, where she was the salutatorian of her...
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Retha Mae Bensley
October 26, 1931 - May 9, 2013
Bensley, Retha
Proceeded by her husband L. M. Bensley Sr., 2 children, Earletta Gonzales and Bill Leavitt. Survived by 3 sisters, Lottie Sphaler of Bossier City, LA, Lona Silver of Belaire, MI, and Jane Bell of Bono Ark, 3 children, Eva Kelly of New Orleans, LA, Sandy Mack of Las Vegas, NV, and LM Bensley Jr. of Oklahoma, 13 grandchildren, 26 great grandchildren and 9 great great grandchildren...
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Charlotte Pearl Morgan
October 10, 1921 - May 9, 2013
CHARLOTTE PEARL MORGAN
October 10, 1921 -- May 9, 2013
Charlotte P. Morgan passed away Thursday, May 9, 2013 peacefully at the age of 91. She was currently a resident of the Hillcrest Nursing and Rehabilitation Home. Born on October 10, 1921 in Murphysboro, IL, to Elmer T. Beaty and Sylvia Elmore Beaty, she was preceded in death by her parents; a sister, Sylvia June Hubbs of Murfreesboro,...
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Jennifer Lea Thomas-Parker
November 25, 1975 - May 9, 2013
Jennifer Lea Thomas-Parker born November 25, 1975, passed away May 9, 2013. Survived by husband Thomas Daniel Parker, parents, sisters, beloved nieces, nephews, and special long time friend Deanna.
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Essie L. Bryant
August 1, 1917 - May 8, 2013
Essie Bryant was born on August 1, 1917 and passed away on May 8, 2013. Essie was a resident of Ennis, TX. She is survived by four granddaughters; Latoya Smith and husband Phillip, Pauline Harris, Paudelia Harris, and Ashely Campbell; and eight Great Great Grandchildren.
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Sybol Rogers
July 8, 1920 - May 8, 2013
With unconditional love from God and for her daughters, grandchildren, great grandchildren, dear friends, all care givers to include Daughters, Dr. Thomison, Rachel, R. O. Nursing Center (S.S.RN), and Hospice Plus. Mrs. Sybol was born July 8, 1920 in Quinton, OK and lifted peacefully to Heaven from her devoted family on May 8, 2013 at 92 years of age to the open arms of the Lord. In 1936 she and...
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George F. Deraleau
June 3, 1927 - May 7, 2013
George F. Deraleau Sr.
Born June 3rd, 1927 Passed away May 7th, 2013. Preceded in death by his loving wife of 56 years, Jody Deraleau and his son George Deraleau Jr. Survived by daughter, Teresa and Tony two sons, James Deraleau and Sally, Jonathan Deraleau and Laura, granddaughters, Cynda and Darryl, Mindy, grandsons, George III and Chassity, Christopher, Taylor, Gus, Sam, great-grandchildren,...
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Pamela Deane Seidmeyer
December 19, 1954 - May 7, 2013
Pamela Deane Seidmeyer, 58, of Longview, Texas, passed away on 5/7/2013.
The funeral service will be held at 2pm on Friday May 10th, 2013 at Laurel Land Funeral Home. Visitation will be held from 6pm to 8pm on Thursday, May 9th, 2013 at Laurel Land Funeral Home. Funeral arrangements are being handled by Laurel Land Funeral Home.
Pam was born in Topeka, Kansas on 12/19/1954. She graduated from...
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Raymond Earl Williams
April 12, 1946 - May 6, 2013
Raymond Earl Williams
Was born April 12, 1946 to Hazel Lee Hawkins (Williams) and Robert T. Williams in Marshall, Texas. At an early age the family moved to Dallas, Texas where he united with Hope Well Baptist Church. Raymond remained in Dallas until December 1983. At that time he moved to Arizona with the purpose of starting a printing business. On June 17, 1984 he received a call that would...
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Michael Dean Mitchell
January 14, 1958 - May 6, 2013
Michael Dean Mitchell was born on January 14, 1958, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, to the parentage of Dennis and Vera Mitchell. His family moved to Dallas, Texas, in 1965. As a young man, Michael accepted Christ through his involvement with the Fellowship of Christian Athletes. He was educated in the Dallas Public School System. Michael was an outstanding athlete, playing both baseball and...
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Eunice Clark Davis
November 1, 1934 - May 5, 2013
EUNICE DORENE CLARK DAVIS
Eunice Davis was born November1, 1934, to the parentage of Juanita (Boyd) Clark and Leroy Clark in the community of Arthur City near Paris Texas. She graduated from Lamar County Schools, attended Jarvis Christian College, Hawkins, 'Texas and completed business training at Phillips Business School, Dallas, Texas. Mrs. Davis was a retired federal Civil Servant after...
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James Raymond Clendenen
September 30, 1966 - May 4, 2013
James Raymond Clendenen
Born September 30, 1966 Passed away May 4, 2013. He was preceded in death by his mother Kay Clendenen. Survived by his father James Richard Clendenen, sons, Ryan Christopher Clendenen, James Drew Clendenen, and Samuell Joel Clendenen, sister, Cathy Russo and her husband Mark.
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Gary Frank Wiley
June 28, 1947 - May 2, 2013
Gary F. Wiley
Of Granbury, TX was born June 28, 1947 in Wichita Kansas and passed away May 2, 2013 after a courageous 3 year battle against cancer. He is survived by wife Debbie; parents Herb and Donnece; brothers Glen and Herb; sister Donna; mother-in-law Sue; sister-in-laws Pam, Rose, Kathi and Marla; brother-in-laws Tom and Woody; many nieces and nephews as well as innumerable cousins and...
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John Robert Lindblom
August 9, 1946 - May 2, 2013
John Robert Lindblom
Born August 09, 1946 Passed away May 2, 2013. Survived by his sister, Barbara Amis and husband Bill, nieces Angela Kelly and Stefani Dills, great-nephew Alton Dills, and his great-niece Avery Kelly.
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Ruby Mae Bromsey
September 26, 1947 - May 1, 2013
Ruby Mae Bromsey
Was born September 26, 1947 in Dallas, Texas to the parentage of Genie Dorrough and Eddie Gabriel. She had two brothers, Eddie Lee Gabriel, Jr. and Charles Gabriel and one sister, Genie Warren. Ruby passed away May 1, 2013. Ruby attended Madison High School in Dallas, Texas. She furthered her education into the medical field as a Respitory Therapist, an occupation she held...
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Edna Viola Murphy
August 21, 1922 - May 1, 2013
Edna Viola (Richardson) Murphy
Born August 21, 1922 in Ennis, TX
Viola and Robert Olin Murphy, Sr. were married October 4, 1941 in Waxahachie, TX. They had 5 children, 19 grandchildren and 24 great-grandchildren.
Preceded in death by her loving parents Willie B. & Frances (Woods) Richardson, siblings Wille B, Jr., twin brothers Edward, and Earl, her husband Robert Olin Murphy, Sr., and her...
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Margaret Ann Horton
April 23, 1931 - April 29, 2013
Margaret Ann Horton
Survived by niece, Kim Higgins, nephew, Steven Horton, great-nieces Holly Horton and Whitney Higgins, great-nephew, Hunter Higgins, cousins, Bette Chastain and Edna Hart.
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John Franklin McLerran
February 8, 1953 - April 29, 2013
John Franklin McLerran
Born February 8, 1953, he passed away April 29, 2013. He served his country as a National Guardsman and was a member of the Demolay. He was preceded in death by his father Clifford 'Buddy' McLerran and his wife Charla Gayle. He is survived by his mother , Juanna McLerran (Tyler, TX) and his sister, Linda Rutherford & her husband Jim (Arlington,TX). He is also survived...
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Mildred May Scharff
May 13, 1920 - April 28, 2013
Mildred "Granny" Scharff
of Grand Prairie, born May 13, 1920, ascended to heaven on Sunday, April 28, 2013, age of 92.
Graveside service: Mrs. Scharff will be laid to rest at 2 p.m. Thursday in Laurel Land Cemetery of Dallas. Open viewing will be 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday at Laurel Land Funeral Home in Dallas. Mildred never came across a stranger; she loved everyone. Mildred kept a journal,...
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Yolanda Fitzgerald
March 2, 1929 - April 28, 2013
Yolanda Fitzgerald
Was preceded in death by her parents, Joseph and Justina, son Michael Fitzgerald, husband Bob Fitzgerald, and Brother Eugene.
Survived by, sons, Joseph E., Jeff Lee, and Nichols Patrick Fitzgerald, daughters, Justina Sansom and Barbara Nix, 12 grandchildren and 15 great-grandchildren.
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Pennie Lee Hairl
December 7, 1927 - April 27, 2013
"A Reflection of Pennie's Life"
Pennie Lee Hairl was born on December 7, 1927, in Helena, Arkansas, to Joseph and Alberta Hurd Pruitt. She was the only child born to this union. Later in life, Alberta united in marriage with Sam Gates, who Pennie affectionately regarded as a father.
Pennie attended and graduated from Helena Schools. Upon graduation from high school, she met and married the...
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Edith Kathryn Carpman
July 21, 1915 - April 27, 2013
Edith Kathryn Marshall Carpman, 97, peacefully went to be with the Lord on Saturday, April 27, 2013. Edith was born July 21, 1915, in East Liverpool, Ohio. She married the late Nathan Carpman in 1934 and they lived in Baltimore, Md. until moving to Dallas in 1948. Edith held numerous teaching positions in various churches. At the time of her death she was a member of Cliff Temple Baptist Church...
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Myrtle Elizabeth Lucas
October 20, 1921 - April 26, 2013
Myrtle E. Lucas, 91, passed away April 26, 2013
Myrtle was born October 20, 1921 in Dallas, Texas. She was preceded in death by her brother S.B. Mathis, parents Sam and Myrtle Mathis and husband of 46 years Charles H. Lucas. Myrtle was a graduate of Adamson High School and attended Baylor University. She was a lifelong member of Oak Cliff Christian Church. In addition to the church her...
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Martha K. Smiley
May 28, 1919 - April 26, 2013
Martha K. Smiley was born on May 28, 1919 in Bogata, TX, and passed away on April 26, 2013. Preceded in death by her husband Frank P. Smiley and son Frank P. Smiley Jr. She is survived by her son; Thomas Smiley and wife Denise of Rockwall, TX. Grandson; Matthew Smiley and wife Lori of Tyler, TX, grandson, Kevin Smiley and wife Jennifer of Rockwall, TX, and five great-grandchildren. She graduated...
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Aaron Robert Loftis
June 22, 1927 - April 25, 2013
Aaron Robert Loftis was born on June 22, 1927, to the parentage of Charlie and Beatrice Crain Loftis in Ponta, Texas. He was the oldest of five children born to this union.
Aaron was baptized into the Church of Christ in Ponta, Texas. In 1959, he moved his family to Dallas, Texas. He reconfirmed his faith at Lawrence and Marder in 1963. He then became an ordained Deacon at Marsalis Avenue...
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Ritta Fay Keese
April 13, 1940 - April 24, 2013
Ritta Fay Keese is preceeded in death by her parents and two sisters. She is survived by her sister Minnie Eaton and numerous nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews. She enjoyed her family, sewing, reading, gardening, her hometown and close friends.
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Billy Odell Kellum
June 14, 1928 - April 23, 2013
Billy Odell Kellum, 84, was born on June 14, 1928 in Hillsboro, TX, passed away on April 23, 2013. Billy is preceded in death by his parents Ruby Kellum & Eric O'dell Kellum, his son Adren O'dell Kellum and his wife Barbara Kellum. He is survied by his daughter: Cindy Wallace Arnold and husband Ron Arnold of Plattsburgh, NY, son: Ricky Kellum and wife Lori Kellum of Fulshear, TX, son: Sean...
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Jesse Anthony Manes, Jr.
August 22, 1971 - April 21, 2013
Survived by son, Dylan Manes, Brother, Tim Manes and wife Sylene.
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Michael Anthony Love
March 4, 1966 - April 20, 2013
Michael Anthony Love was born March 4, 1966 to Dorothy and Willie Perry Love, in Dallas Texas. He was the youngest and only son of three children born to this union. Michael had an infectious smile that would light up a room anytime he entered. He graduated from Skyline High School where he played football and ran track. Michael attended Prairie View A & M University, where he earned a Bachelor's...
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Shirley Lee Friedlander
October 11, 1936 - April 19, 2013
Shirley Lee Friedlander was born on October 11, 1936 and passed away on April 19, 2013. She was a resident of Arizona.
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Malcolm Wayne Webb
January 11, 1941 - April 18, 2013
Survived by Daughter, Norma Meeks, Grandchildren, Barbara Johnson and Kristy Chamberlain, Six great grand kids, Sister, Elizabeth Davis and Brother, Garland Webb.
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Keith Lamar Gillespie
October 31, 1921 - April 16, 2013
Col. Keith Lamar Gillespie (ret.)
Keith Lamar Gillespie 1921-2013
Keith Lamar Gillespie, 91, devoted husband, father, grandfather & great grandfather, passed away peacefully Tuesday April 16th, 2013 at a Dallas care center, Autumn Leaves. Burial: Caddo cemetery, Joshua, Texas 3:00pm, Monday May 6th. Memorial: the Smith History Center, annex to the Layland Museum, Cleburne, TX. 3:45 pm Monday...
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Keith Lamar Gillespie
October 31, 1921 - April 16, 2013
Keith Lamar Gillespie was born on October 31, 1921 in Gratton, Virginia, and passed away on April 16, 2013. Keith Lamar was a resident of Dallas, Texas.
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JoAnn Fitzpatrick Armstrong
April 17, 1932 - April 15, 2013
Armstrong, JoAnn
80 of Dallas preceded in death by her parents Raymond L. and Doris S. Fitzpatrick. She is survived by her daughter Margaret Ann Schwemer and her husband Steve. Two grandsons Matthew D. Harmon and Scott A. Schwemer, her brother Ray Fitzpatrick, her aunt Margaret S. Boles, and several nieces, nephews, and cousins, and many wonderful friends. Ms. Margaret graduated from Adamson...
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Peggy J. Bradshaw
July 22, 1933 - April 14, 2013
Peggy J. Bradshaw was born on July 22, 1933 and passed away on April 14, 2013. Peggy was a resident of Dallas, TX.
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Patsy "Pat" McDaniel
January 31, 1925 - April 14, 2013
McDaniel, Pat
Pat age 88, Born January 31, 1925 in Mart, TX, passed away April 14, 2013, preceded in death her husband James W. "Buck" McDaniel and granddaughter Natalie Alexander. Survived by daughters: Marilyn Padgett, Vicki Alexander and son-in-law Mack Padgett, grandchildren: Ryan Alexander and numerous nieces and nephews. Memorial service 12:00pm, Friday, April 19, 2013 at Laurel Land...
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William Arthur Laws, Sr.
March 11, 1925 - April 13, 2013
Retired 1st Sergeant William Arthur Laws, Sr., born on March 11, 1925 passed away April 13, 2013 at his home. He is survived by his wife of 68 years, Christine Y. Nelms Laws; 10 children William Jr. and wife Deidra, Patricia, Pamela, Carol, Cathy and husband Douglas, Deborah, Wanda, Anthony Sr. and wife Jennifer, Astrid and husband Warren, Christie and wife Sabrina; Sister Queen Esther Laws...
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Evelyn Jean Enriquez
March 21, 1938 - April 13, 2013
Evelyn Jean Enriquez
was born on March 21, 1938 in Allamoore, Texas to the parents of William Frederick and Julia Garlick. She enjoyed her large family of six brothers and five sisters. Evelyn married Vincent, the love of her life, in March 1957. Their love continued to grow over the next 56 years. They were blessed with four daughters, Debbie, Sandy, Jeannie, and Marsha. She dearly loved her...
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James Kasal
December 18, 1911 - April 12, 2013
James Kasal was born on December 18, 1911 and passed away on April 12, 2013. James was a resident of Waxahachie, Texas.
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Consuelo Davalos Fuentes
September 9, 1943 - April 10, 2013
Born September 9, 1943, Consuelo Davalos Fuentes ended her battle with Parkinson's Disease and dementia on April 10, 2013, at 7:10pm. Commonly known to her friends and co-workers as Connie and to her family as Chelo, she was the daughter of Maria Travino and Enrique Davalos. She had eleven brothers and sisters. She is survived by her daughter, Christina Marie Fuentes, and son, Esteban Antonio...
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James Dolph "Sonny" White
January 24, 1939 - April 8, 2013
White, James Dolph "Sonny"
Of Corpus Christi, born January 24, 1939 in Starkville, Mississippi, passed away April 8, 2013. Preceded in death by his parents Otho White and Ruby Lee White, brothers William Oliver White and Joel Thomas White, survived by his wife of 30 years Linda Kathleen White, daughters: Dena White Briggs and Jana White Freeman , sons: Dewayne Dickerson and Tony Dickerson,...
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Dorothy Louise Coatney
January 28, 1924 - April 7, 2013
Born January 28, 1924 to John and Mendia Dardeman, died April 7, 2013. Dorothy was a loving wife and mother who faithfully served the Lord throughout many decades of ministry. She traveled the country providing piano accompaniment for an evangelist in the 1940's. She later married Allen Lee Coatney and led the music ministry at the church he pastored. Dorothy was always ready to encourage those...
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Natalie Lynne Alexander
December 5, 1983 - April 7, 2013
Natalie Lynne Alexander,
29, passed away, Sunday, April 7, 2013, at 9:15 p.m., after an unexpected illness. Natalie was born with Spina Bifida on December 5, 1983, in Dallas, Texas. Natalie resided in Desoto, where she went on to graduate high school. Natalie is survived by her mother, Vicki Alexander, brother, Ryan Alexander, grandmother, Pat McDaniel and aunt, Marilyn Padgett. She is...
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Catherine Elizabeth Thompson
April 11, 1928 - April 6, 2013
Catherine Elizabeth Thompson was born on April 11, 1928 and passed away on April 6, 2013. Cathrine was a resident of East Texas.Preceded in death by his parents: George Conway and Nettie Adren White Conway, brother: James "Pete" Conway, Sister: Patricia Horton, son: Billy Wayne Neal, grandchild: Peretta,and great grandson, Jared. She is survived by he two sons; James Clovis Lawson (Barbara) and...
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Rosheeda Charryse Lee
August 2, 1977 - April 5, 2013
I am redeemed bought with a price. Jesus has changed my whole life. If anybody ask you just who I am, tell them….
August 2, 1977 was an awesome day with a temperature of 93.0 degrees. Sheila was in the labour room of Baylor Medical Center while Roderick paced the waiting room floors. Shortly after mid-night shouts of joy resounded "It's a girl! It's a girl!" throughout the waiting room area...
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J.C. Childs
July 22, 1937 - April 5, 2013
Childs, J.C.
He is survived by sons; Darrell Childs, Eric Childs and Donnie Childs, daughters Tammy Childs and Mary Ann Grant,
7 grandchildren; 2 sisters Molly Mae Butler and Betty R. Childs, 1 brother John Henry Childs and special friend Theresa Evans.
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Jesus Soto
March 9, 1959 - April 5, 2013
Jesus Soto was born March 9, 1959 and passed away on April 5, 2013. Jesus was a resident of Dallas, Texas.
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Frank Gibbs, Jr
September 28, 1923 - April 5, 2013
Frank Gibbs Jr passed away peacefully on April 4, 2013. Frank served in the Army for 3 years and served in WWII earning Corporal. He was a member of Lancaster Avenue Methodist Church. Frank enjoyed going to church, fishing and carpentry. Survived by wife Letha Gibbs of 64 years; daughter, Brenda Gibbs of Dallas, son, Tommy Gibbs and wife Sharon of Gunter, TX and daughter Jerri Wallin and...
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Laura Cook Jones
July 15, 1930 - April 4, 2013
Our beloved mother went to be with her Lord after a lenghty illness. We love her and will miss her, but know she'll be watching over us always.
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Joseph Calvin Jones
September 30, 1935 - April 3, 2013
Joseph Calvin Jones
Was born in Moro, Arkansas, on September 30, 1935, to the parentage of Joseph Hubert Jones and Ruby Williams Jones. He was the oldest of twelve siblings born to this union. Joseph graduated from George Washington Carver High School. He accepted Christ at an early age. He retired from Sears as a Logistics Security Guard. At a special time in his life, Joseph met and...
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John Louis Melton
October 12, 1917 - April 2, 2013
Melton, John Louis
Preceded in death by his parents Rufus Ira Melton and Clara Elizabeth Lynch Melton; brothers, Elbert & Willie Melton; sister, Dorothy Rhoades; his first wife, Nancy Lucille Melton, and second wife, Gwendolyn Schneider Melton. Survived by son, Gary Duane Melton; daughters, Linda Fitzgerald and Karen Elaine Davis and her husband Mike; grandchildren, Erin Eix, Adam Otero, Lisa...
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Lela Mae Wicks
April 17, 1926 - April 1, 2013
Lela Mae Hill Wicks,
The first born child of Elijah and Earlie B. Hamilton, was born April 17, 1926, in Peno, Oklahoma. After moving to Texas, her early school days were in Garland, Texas. Her family moved to Dallas, and she enrolled in Lincoln High School and graduated in 1944. She enrolled in Phillips Business School and was among the first group of young women from Dallas to be accepted in...
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Fay Jordan Lewelling
November 22, 1912 - March 31, 2013
Fay Jordan Lewelling, 100, of Dallas Texas passed away on Easter Sunday, March 31 2013, in DeFuniak Springs Florida.
Fay was born in Oklahoma to Walter Scot Jordan and Elwood McDaniel Jordan on November 22, 1912. She graduated high school in Oklahoma, and went on to earn her degree from Texas Christian University in Fort Worth TX. Fay married Henry Lewelling (a graduate of Southern...
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Lilia B. Calderon
July 4, 1933 - March 31, 2013
Lilia Calderon,
79, of Dallas, Texas, passed away on Sunday, March 31, 2013 surrounded by her family. Born July 4, 1933 in Barstow, TX she is preceded in death by her parents Manuel and Luciana Balles and her son, Ruben Calderon. She is survived by her husband of 64 years, Ramon Calderon; son, Ramon Calderon, Jr and wife Patricia; daughter Annabell Chantaca and husband Antonio; daughter Angie...
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Juanita June Pelton
January 18, 1924 - March 28, 2013
Pelton, Juanita June Insco
Of Dallas, 89, died Thursday, March 25, 2013 from natural causes. Visitation 6-8pm, Tuesday April 2, 2013, at the funeral home. Service 2:00pm, Wednesday, April 3, 2013 at Laurel Land Memorial Chapel. Juanita was born January 18, 1924 in Long County, West Virginia; she was a caring mother and a wonderful home maker. Her three sons will miss her terribly. She was...
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Sandra Ann Moore
July 18, 1940 - March 28, 2013
Sandra Ann Moore,
72, of Midlothian, passed away on Thursday, March 28, 2013. She was born on July 18, 1940, in Dallas, Texas. She spent her life as a homemaker and raised four children, as well as one granddaughter, Megan Moore, after the death of her youngest daughter, in 1987. She had also helped with the maintenance of Wheatland Medical Center in Duncanville, Texas since 1999. Sandra is...
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Harold Payne
August 26, 1935 - March 27, 2013
Payne, Harold
He leaves to cherish his memory his wife: Vivian Payne, son; Harold E. Payne and wife Flor Morris, daughters, Cheryl K. Loredo and husband Steve, Janis M. Pendleton and husband Rodger, son: David G. Payne 7 grandchildren, 15 great grandchildren; sister, Mary Townsend and numerous other relatives and friends.
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Lester T. Allen
October 4, 1933 - March 25, 2013
Mr. Lester T. Allen
Was born to Mr. Amos and Mrs. Emma Drew Allen Jr. On October 4, 1933 in Hover, Louisiana. He was united in marriage to Olanthia Hines on June 7, 1969 in Dallas, TX. To this union no children were born, but he leaves to cherish his memory his wife, 3 daughters and 1 son, 3 step daughters, 1 stepson and 1 stepson who preceded him in death. Grandchildren, great grandchildren...
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Weldon Monroe Wood
July 1, 1920 - March 25, 2013
Wood, Weldon Monroe
Born July 1, 1920 in Olney, Texas passed away March 25, 2013 in Plano, Texas. Preceded in death of his wife Odessa Wood and granddaughter Lisa Cranfill, survived by his son: Donald Wood of College Station, TX, son: Richard Wood of Plano, TX, son Danny Wood of Huntington Beach, CA. 4 grandchildren, 4 great grandchildren, 1 brother Carroll Wood of Lubbock, TX.
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Lucy Searcy
October 23, 1927 - March 24, 2013
Searcy, Lucy Elizabeth
Passed away March 24, 2013 in Plano, Tx. Survived by her brother: Pete Roland, son: Roland Merrill, daughter: Cindi Merrill, 5 grandchildren: Amber Baker, Michael Fillio, James Carroll, Lucas Fillio,and Valyn Carroll, great grandchildren: Aaron Baker and AnnaBelle Carroll.
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Alma Minnie Vicain
March 23, 1924 - March 24, 2013
Alma Minnie Druckhammer Vicain,
Age 89 of Duncanville, Texas went to be with her Heavenly Father peacefully on Sunday afternoon, March 24, 2013. She was born to Henry and Minnie Druckhammer in Anderson, TX on March 23, 1924 and grew up in the Navasota-Whitehall, Texas communities. Alma was preceded in death by her husband of 52 years, Lester E Vicain Sr. ; sisters: Arda Mae Mueller,...
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Jerolyn Boyd
March 1, 1961 - March 23, 2013
Jerolyn Boyd
Was born March 1, 1961, in Shreveport, Louisiana, to the parentage of James Ellis and Jerolyn Tyous Boyd. The fifth of six children born to this union, she peacefully passed away on March 23, 2013. Jerolyn attended and graduated from Huntington High School in Shreveport, Louisiana. Upon graduation from high school, she continued to work for the bank. Later, she moved to Dallas,...
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Betty Jean McClure
June 23, 1928 - March 21, 2013
Betty J. Marler McClure was born in Little Rock Ar.. Betty died peacefully March 21, 2013 with her daughters by her side. Preceded in death by her husband of 59 years, W. Alton McClure and sister JoAnn Marler Lefevre. Survived by her daughters, Patricia Bushart and husband David and Rhonda McKamie and husband Any; grandsons, Josh McKamie and wife Aubree and Chad McKamie and wife Kendall, each of...
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Joe Watson
December 25, 1931 - March 21, 2013
Dallas – Joe Watson, 82, cherished father and grandfather, went to be with Jesus on Thursday, March 21, 2013. Funeral: 11am Friday at Kessler Park Baptist Church, 1139 Turner Avenue, on the corner of Colorado Blvd. and Turner Ave. in Dallas. Visitation: 6 to 8pm Thursday at Laurel Land Funeral Home, Dallas. Joe was born on Christmas Day, 1931, in Italy, TX. He was a proud member of the Masonic...
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Norma Marie Curtis
June 24, 1930 - March 21, 2013
Norma Marie (Self) (Branch) Curtis
Born June 24, 1930 and died March 21, 2013
Norma is survived by two children, Linda Dianne and George Lynn Branch, one grandchild, four great-grand children and one great-great grandchild. She is also survived by a sister and brother. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made a charity of your choice. Memorial service will be held at Laurel Land Funeral Home...
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Janelle Taylor McElree
September 19, 1931 - March 20, 2013
Janelle McElree was born September 19, 1931 in Dallas, Texas, to Mother, Helen Burgeson Taylor and Father, Orville D. Taylor. Janelle grew up in the Oak Cliff section of Dallas. She attended Cowart Elementary School, Greiner Junior High; and attended Sunset High School from 1947 - 1949 where she graduated. Janelle was Class Secretary of the '49 Class and was voted "one of the most popular girls...
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Clarice Yvonne Pendery
September 24, 1922 - March 18, 2013
Pendery, Clarice Yvonne
Survived by her sons: Gerald V. Pendery and Mikel Pendery.
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Elsie Marie Tallent
August 10, 1921 - March 17, 2013
Tallent, Elsie Marie
91, Born August 10, 1921 in Dallas, TX, passed away March 17, 2013, Preceded in death by her husband: Raymond Tallent and grandson: Stuart Wood, survived by her daughters: Judy Hallam and husband Charles & Suzie Wood, grandchildren: Charles "Chip" Hallam Jr., Steve Wood, Lisa Middleton, Shannon Howeth and Michael Hallam, 11 great grandchildren. Visitation 5-8pm, Wednesday,...
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Fernando Reyna, Sr.
May 30, 1929 - March 16, 2013
Reyna Sr, Fernando
Age 83, Born May 30, 1929 and passed away March 16, 2013. Preceded in death by his wife: Louise F. Reyna and his dog Ruff. Survived by his son: Fernando Reyna Jr. and wife Betty, son: Richard Reyna, daughters: Frances Esquivel and husband Armando, Mary Helen Romero and husband Joaquin, 14 grandchildren, 15 great grandchildren with one to arrive in Aug., 3 sisters and 2...
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Joyce Marie Davis
June 16, 1929 - March 15, 2013
Joyce Marie Davis
Of Arlington passed away March 15, 2013. Survived by sisters, brother and numerous cousins, nieces & nephews.
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Dorothy Lee Benson
November 13, 1928 - March 15, 2013
Dorothy Benson was born in Leesville, Louisiana. She was a member of the United Methodist Church of the Disciple.
Dorothy was an educator in Leesville, LA, at Grambling State University, and in Dallas Independent School District. She also served on the Desoto Library Board, and was a member of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. and Phi Delta Kappa Fraternity.
Mrs. Benson is survived by her husband,...
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Annie Mae Rudolph
October 30, 1921 - March 15, 2013
Annie Mae Rudolph was born on October 30,1921 and passed away on March 15, 2013. Annie was a resident of Allen, Texas.
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Victoria Sauceda
December 23, 1923 - March 13, 2013
Preceded in death by her son, Enrique Davila. Survived by her children, Daniel Sepulveda, Maria Sepulvida, Jose Felix Davila, Pablo Davila, and Consuela Davila Perez; several grandchildren and great grandchildren.
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Mary Belle Slatten
August 22, 1920 - March 12, 2013
Mary Belle Slatten, Born August 22, 1920 in Telle, Texas to Jesse and Belle Atkisson. Mary met the man of her dreams ~and~ her life, Willie James Slatten. They became husband and wife December 14, 1938.They remained united in love and devoted marriage for over 74 years. Mary went to be with the Lord on March 12, 2013. She is survived by her loving husband W.J., their two sons; James Haskel...
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Reta Mae Haynes
January 7, 1920 - March 12, 2013
Haynes, Reta Mae
93, Born 01/07/1920 in Magnolia, Arkansas, passed away 03/12/2013 in Dallas, Texas, preceded in death her husband: Ralph Isaiah Haynes, son: Jerry Haynes, 2 brothers & 3 sisters, Mrs. Haynes is survived by her son: Jimmy Haynes, grandsons: John Haynes (Christie) and Michael Haynes (Suzanne), brother: Harvard Bryan. Visitation 6-8pm, Thursday, 03/14/2013, at the funeral home....
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Gladys Mattline Barnes
January 9, 1924 - March 12, 2013
Barnes, Gladys Mattline Hardin
Gladys M. Barnes, 89, of Irving, TX. Born January 9, 1924 in Pursley, TX to Marion.L. and Ada Hardin. She departed this earth to be with her LORD on March 12,
2013. She is survived by her 3 sons, James W. Barnes, Jr., Gerald T. Barnes, Larry L. Barnes, and their wives, 5 grandchildren, 15 great grand-children, and 1 great-great grandson. She was married to...
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Cesario Cardoso
March 18, 1946 - March 11, 2013
Cesario Cardoso was born March 18,1946 and passed away on March 11, 2013. Cesario was a resident of Dallas, TX. He is survived by his wife, Florentina Cardoso; 5 daughters, Lucila Cardoso, Rosalinda Cardoso, Dolores Cardoso, Maria Alvarado, and Lorena Cardoso; 3 sons, Alfredo Cardoso, Ramiro Cardoso, and Prudencio Cardoso; and many grandchildren and great-grandchildren also survive.
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Delouis Mayberry Abrams
March 17, 1957 - March 11, 2013
Delouis Mayberry Abrams
was born March 17, 1957, in Amarillo, Texas, to Jessie Mayberry and Vanique Mayberry. Delouis was the youngest of eight children. She attended Amarillo Public Schools -- Hilltop Elementary School, Carver Junior High School, and graduated from Amarillo High School. She earned a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Communications from North Texas State University, currently the...
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Judy Mabel Hinckley
September 30, 1921 - March 10, 2013
Beloved Mother, Grandmother, Gran-Gran, aunt & friend, entered her Heavenly home on 03/10/2013 in Dallas, Texas. She was born 09/30/1921 in Rogersville, Alabama to Mary Ann and James Lee Poss. After high school she and her sisters all moved to Texas to work and be on their own. Judy remained in Texas the rest of her life. Family, friends, church and faith were the source of her happiness in life....
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Lola Mae Wilson
July 18, 1921 - March 9, 2013
Wilson, Lola Mae
Survived by her; daughter-in-law Lalla Wilson; sister Emma Thompson and grandsons Tim, Joe and Darrell.
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Martha Jean Blakemore
August 11, 1934 - March 8, 2013
Martha Jean Blakemore was born August 11, 1934, to the parentage of Richard and Ivy Inez Rutherford Black in Mount Vernon, Texas. Martha moved to Dallas, Texas, at an early age. She graduated from Lincoln High School. Martha went on to attend and graduate from Bishop College with a Bachelor of Arts degree. She later earned her Master of Education degree from Prairie View A&M University. She also...
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Jose Guadalupe Garcia, Jr.
March 16, 1995 - March 8, 2013
Jose Guadalupe Garcia Jr. was born on March 16,1995 and passed away on March 8,2013. Jose was a resident of Dallas, TX.
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George Edward Jenkins
September 23, 1933 - March 5, 2013
George Edward Jenkins was born in Dallas, Texas, on September 23, 1933, and passed away in his home on March 5, 2013. Survived by his wife of 57 years, Oleta Jenkins; daughter and son-in-law, Pam and Mike Salmon; grandson, Jeremy Salmon; sister, Hazel Beaird of Drumright, Oklahoma; brothers, Don Jenkins and wife Kathy of Gorman, Texas, and Tommy Jenkins and wife Sue of Rowlett, Texas; brother-in...
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Sergio Granados Bedolla, Jr.
February 16, 1995 - March 3, 2013
Sergio Granados Bedolla
His precious light lit up our hearts on February 16, 1995. He was born to loving his parents: Sergio Granada Lara and Hilda Bedolla in Dallas, Texas. His light warmed our hearts seeing his smile and spark in his eyes. His precious light dimmed and faded away on March 3, 2013. He is missed by surviving parents: Sergio and Hilda, sister: Hermelinda, brother: Pedro, nephew:...
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