Joseph Edward Barns Jr.
Mar 7, 2026
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Joseph Edward “Joe” Barns Jr., M.D. was born in Denton, Texas on Jan. 27, 1950, the eldest of the five children of Joseph Edward Barns, Sr. and Wylna Jean Massey. Joe attended Denton schools and graduated from Denton High School in 1968. He then attended North Texas State University (now UNT), majoring in Chemistry. It was at North Texas...
Robert Frank Rusk
Mar 6, 2026
Robert Frank Rusk (Bobby), 85, died on Friday, March 6, 2026.
Bobby was born in Wichita Falls, Texas, to Marshall and MaryTom Rusk. He attended Wichita Falls High School before studying business at Midwestern State University. He spent his career in government data processing for the cities of Wichita Falls and Corpus Christi, and in Austin as data processing manager...
Kenneth "Scott" Hartwell
Mar 5, 2026
Kenneth “Scott” Hartwell of Lewisville, loving husband to Trisha, adoring father to Savannah, stepfather to James, older brother to Jamie, Kimberly, and Cody passed away on March 5, 2026.
It is more than difficult to remember and honor a life well-lived in simply a few paragraphs. Scott Hartwell was loved more than words can express. Scott was respected and admired by...
Kathie Joyce McDonald
Mar 5, 2026
Kathie Joyce McDonald, 67, of Denton, Texas, passed away peacefully on March 5, 2026. She was born on October 31, 1958, to Blake and Elma Cummons, who preceded her in death.
Kathie was a devoted wife, loving mother, and a proud Mimi. She had a warm spirit and a caring heart that touched the lives of everyone who knew her. Her...
Otis Leon Lee, Sr.
Mar 5, 2026
Otis Leon Lee Sr. September 19, 1949 – March 5, 2026
Otis Leon Lee Sr., of Fort Worth, Texas, went home to be with Jesus on Thursday, March 5, 2026. He was born on September 19, 1949, in Denton, Texas, to Otis Carl and Martha Ann (Wheeler) Lee.
Otis grew up in Denton and attended Denton High School, where childhood friends gave...
Dannie Garrett Cockrell
Mar 2, 2026
Dannie Garrett Cockrell of Sanger, Texas, passed peacefully in his home surrounded by his family and friends on March 2, 2026. He will be remembered as a faithful son, husband, father, Papa, brother, soldier, neighbor and friend.
Born on November 30, 1949 to Dan and Mildred Cockrell, Dannie was the fifth of eight children who grew up in a small house...
Joe Willis Northcutt
Mar 1, 2026
Joe Willis Northcutt, age 79, of Allen, Texas, passed away peacefully on March 1, 2026. Born February 26, 1947, in Dallas, Texas, Joe was the beloved son of Earl Dean Sr. and Doris Nell Northcutt. He was preceded in death by his parents and his brother, Dean Northcutt Jr.
Joe is survived by his devoted wife of 55 years, Carolyn Tanck...
James Gerard Foley Jr.
Mar 1, 2026
Colonel (Ret) James G Foley Jr has left this earth to serve The Lord in heaven. Born the oldest son of James and Margaret Foley Sr on November 29th 1939 in Baltimore MD where he was raised. After graduating from Loyola University, Maryland in 1961 Jim entered the United States Army and began a 26 year military career. His many...
Betty John Robertson
Feb 28, 2026
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Betty John Robertson, beloved artist and cherished partner, who left this world peacefully on February 28, 2026, at the age of 86. Born on October 24, 1939, in Wichita Falls, Texas, Betty lived a life rich in creativity and passion, leaving an indelible mark on all who had the...
Rose Margaret Bezdek
Feb 28, 2026
Rose passed away on Saturday, February 28th at the age of 94. Rose was born to Charles Anello and Anna Passafiume Anello on August 4, 1931 in Bronx, New York. Her older brother Michael was 1 1/2 years old at the time. She loved her family very much and enjoyed growing up in the Bronx with a large, extended Italian...
Steve McDaniel
Feb 26, 2026
Stephen DeWitt McDaniel, 70, of Argyle, Texas, passed away on February 26, 2026. Born on July 4, 1955, to DeWitt and Stella McDaniel, Steve lived a life as bold, generous, and full of spirit as the holiday he was born on.
Steve’s roots in Argyle ran deep. He attended Argyle Primary School, later attending Denton High School. Determined to build a...
Retha Fern Brooks
Feb 25, 2026
Retha Fern Shelton Brooks, 82, of Denton, TX passed away on February 25, 2026. She was born in Lamesa, Texas on January 19, 1944 to Lee Roy and Lizzie Aleen (Post) Shelton. She passed away peacefully surrounded by family.
She was preceded in death by her parents, siblings Tommy Lee Shelton, RL Shelton, Kenneth Raymon Shelton, Larry Joe Shelton, Winona Jane...
Patricia Lee Baker
Feb 25, 2026
Patricia Lee Baker, a loving mother and cherished friend, passed away on February 25, 2026, in Ft. Worth, Texas. Born on November 15, 1946, in South Gate, California, Patricia's life was one marked by love, resilience, and a deep devotion to her family.
Patricia was a remarkable mom who raised her daughter, Dana Wright, on her own. Despite facing challenges with...
Phyllis Labbe
Feb 24, 2026
Phyllis Mary Hattenbach Labbe, of Argyle, Texas, formerly of Big Spring, Texas, passed away peacefully on February 24, 2026. She was born on May 31, 1953, in Ganado, Texas, to Douglas Hattenbach and Anna (Yendry) Hattenbach.
Phyllis spent her early childhood in Ganado until the family moved to Big Spring, where she attended Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic School through her...
Catherine Sue Mitchell
Feb 23, 2026
Catherine Sue “McCullough” Mitchell, of Krum, Texas passed peacefully on February 23, 2026, weeks before her 95th birthday.
Catherine was born on April 13, 1931, in Hearne, Texas, to parents Welty and Susie McCullough and was the youngest and last surviving of 7 children. She grew up on her family farm in Wheelock, Texas where she attended Franklin High School, standing...
Kenneth Lee Farmer
Feb 23, 2026
Kenneth Lee Farmer, born on July 27, 1957, in Denton, Texas, passed away peacefully on February 23, 2026. Kenneth's life touched many throughout his years, and he carried a spirit that resonated with all who had the privilege of knowing him. His legacy will live on through the memories shared by family and friends.
Kenneth is survived by his children, Chauntae...
Jimmy Nicks
Feb 23, 2026
Jimmy Ray Nicks, 79, of Denton passed away on Monday, February 23, 2026 at Texas Health Presbyterian-Denton Hospital. He was born October 24, 1946 in Wichita Fallas, TX to Elmer Ray and Frances Etoile Edwards Nicks. Jimmy grew up in Ringold and Henrettia, Texas. He attended school at Henrettia High.
He married Pat Dorris on July 2, 1979 in Canyon, TX....
Billy Charles Ewton, Jr.
Feb 22, 2026
Billy Charles Ewton, Jr. 63, of Whitesboro, TX, passed away Sunday morning, February 22, 2026, at Texhoma Medical Center in Sherman. He was born in Baldwin Park, CA to Billy & Nell Light Ewton. He was a graduate of Denton High School Class of 1981. He received his Associate Welding Degree from TSTC of Waco. Billy enlisted in the United...
Sandra Kay Zeller
Feb 22, 2026
Sandra Kay Zeller, born on October 1, 1947, in Fort Worth, Texas, passed away peacefully on February 22, 2026, in North Richland Hills after a courageous battle with cancer. She leaves behind a legacy of love, dedication, and an unwavering commitment to her students and community.
Sandra dedicated the most fulfilling years of her career to teaching Government at Castleberry High...
Max Villarreal
Feb 21, 2026
Maximo (Max) Villarreal, 54, of Denton, Texas, passed away peacefully on February 21st, 2026.
Max was born on February 10th, 1972, in Denton, Tx to Jesus and Maria Imelda Villarreal. Max was a man defined by his love for family. While he proudly cheered for the Texas Longhorns and the Dallas Cowboys, nothing brought him more joy than his daughters and...
