Catherine Marie Pennell
Jan 14, 2026
Catherine Marie Pennell, born on February 17, 1940, in Austin, Texas, passed away peacefully on January 14, 2026, in Corinth, Texas, after a courageous ten-year battle with dementia. She was a beacon of grace and kindness, whose unwavering dedication to her family, profession, and community defined her remarkable life.
Catherine embarked on a fulfilling career as a registered nurse, earning her...
Charles D. Hilliard
Jan 13, 2026
Charles (Sam) was born September 15, 1930 in Fulton, Mississippi and departed this life on January 13, 2026 in Carrollton Texas.
He served in the Army during the Korean War. Sam lived in Farmers Branch Texas for over 70 years and was a member of the First Baptist Church of Farmers Branch. He loved God, his family, friends and country. Sam...
Art Behrens
Jan 12, 2026
Arthur Charles Behrens, longtime, well-respected resident of Denton, Texas, slipped away peacefully in his sleep on January 12, 2026.
Art was born on February 10, 1944, in Dallas, Texas, to Alfred William Behrens and Nora Nell (Patton) Behrens. After graduating from Hillcrest High School, he went on to earn his Bachelor of Science degree from North Texas State University.
He began what...
Diane Luzetta Rogers
Jan 10, 2026
Diane Luzetta Edleman(also known as Diane Koehn, Diane Lowrey, and Diane Rogers)born July 27, 1951.
Diane passed away in the early morning of January 10, 2026, surrounded by love and leaving behind a family who will forever miss her and carry her strength, kindness, and steady presence with them. She was the kind of woman who showed up without being asked...
Cheryl Lynn McLemore
Jan 10, 2026
Cheryl Lynn McLemore, 67, of Denton passed away on January 10, 2026, at her home. She was born in Dayton, Ohio, on July 26, 1958 to David and June Wagner.
She grew up in Dayton and graduated from Belmont High School. In her younger years, she began her career at family operated Frisch’s Big Boy in Dayton, Ohio, starting at the...
Ben Andrew Timms
Jan 9, 2026
Benjamin Andrew Timms, 57, born in Oak Park, Illinois on October 31st, 1968 to Bruce and Beverly Timms. He grew up in Streamwood, Illinois attending Parkwood, Heritage Elementary schools, Tefft Junior High, Streamwood H.S. and graduating in 1986 from Glenbard North H.S. Ben played little league baseball, football and wrestled in H.S.
He loved animals, especially dogs; He was talented artist;...
Henry William Denny
Jan 9, 2026
Henry “Hank” William Denny
Henry “Hank” William Denny, 78, of Argyle, Texas passed away on Friday, January 9th. Hank was born in Houston on January 11, 1947, to Minor and Cliff Denny.
Hank grew up in Houston and attended the University of Texas in Austin, where he met and married Mary Craver. He was sent to Vietnam after being drafted into the...
Elizabeth Ann Foster
Jan 9, 2026
Elizabeth Ann Boyd Foster passed away January 9, 2026, at her home. Liz was born July 8, 1955, to Lewis and Ruth Boyd in Dallas, where she grew up and attended school. Liz met the love of her life, Charles "Charlie" Foster, in Fort Worth while working together. They were married on November 4, 1992, and celebrated 32 years until...
Mary Margaret Wagner
Jan 8, 2026
Mary Margaret Wagner, was born on February 15, 1931, in Oneida, Kansas. She passed away peacefully on January 8, 2026, in Denton, Texas, leaving behind a legacy of love and resilience that will be cherished by those who knew her.
In 1947, at the young age of 16, Mary met the love of her life, Elwood Wagner, 28. A year later...
Anne Silbernagel
Jan 7, 2026
Mary Anne, a devoted wife, mother, and cherished grandmother, passed away peacefully with family by her side on January 7, 2026 at the age of 84. She was surrounded by love, just as she had spent her life giving it.
Anne was a woman of quiet strength, deep compassion, and unwavering dedication to her family. As a mother, she was nurturing,...
Deborah Ann Hill
Jan 7, 2026
Deborah Ann Hill, 59, of Colorado City, Texas, passed away on January 7, 2026, after a courageous and determined battle with cancer that she faced with strength and grace since 2019.
Debbie was born on September 20, 1966, to Edward and Ruth Orona. From an early age, she was known for her warm spirit, honest heart, and a smile that could...
Doris Ida Dyer
Jan 6, 2026
Doris I. Dyer, devoted teacher, beloved mother, cherished “Meme,” faithful wife, loving sister, and guiding mentor, passed away peacefully in the early morning hours of January 6, 2026, at her home.
For more than 32 years, Doris dedicated her life to education, beginning her teaching career in Irving ISD and eventually retiring from Denton ISD. She shaped not only young minds,...
Sherri Lea King
Jan 5, 2026
Sherri Lea King, 75, of Watauga, Texas, lived a life rooted in faith, family, and the simple joys that brought people together. Sherri was the daughter of Elmo Douglas Canon and Juanita Marie Admire and she grew up surrounded by her siblings Vicki Daniels, Corky Canon, Deana McDonald, and Tommy Canon. Though she faced the loss of her parents and...
Eddie Blackwell
Jan 5, 2026
Eddie Blackwell, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend, joined our heavenly Father peacefully at home in Denton, Texas, on January 5, 2026, at the age of 85. Born on January 18, 1940, in Denver, Colorado, Eddie lived a life filled with love, laughter, and dedication to his family.
Eddie graduated from Borger High School, and he spent much of his...
Prisila Diaz
Jan 4, 2026
Prisila “Prisi” Diaz, age 18, of Denton, Texas, passed away on January 4, 2026. Born on October 24, 2007, Prisi lived a life defined by love, compassion, and an extraordinary concern for others. A dedicated runner, she approached life with perseverance, heart, and quiet determination—qualities that reflected the way she cared for those around her.
Prisi was happy, outgoing, caring, hopeful,...
Robert Nicholas McWilliams
Jan 3, 2026
Robert Nicholas McWilliams, born on October 21, 1941, in Glendale, California, passed away peacefully on January 3, 2026, in Denton, Texas. He was a beloved husband , grandfather and great grandfather, cherished friend, and respected member of the community.
Robert dedicated a significant part of his life to serving in the U.S. Navy, where he earned the Armed Forces Expeditionary Medal....
Loretta Ann Garza
Jan 2, 2026
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Loretta Ann Garza, who left this world peacefully on January 2, 2026, after a long and courageous battle with Parkinson’s disease.
Born on September 8, 1960, to Agustin and Amelia Alvarado, in Lubbock, TX. She graduated from Lubbock High School in 1979 and attended Irvine Valley Community College in California....
Beverly Ann Chandler
Jan 2, 2026
Beverly Blake Chandler, 78, passed away January 2, 2026, at home with her family at her bedside. Beverly was born February 16, 1947, in Davenport, Iowa, to Frank C. Blake & Nelda L. Ruyle, where Frank was in chiropractic school. They moved to Denton in 1955. Beverly graduated from Denton High School in 1965 & North Texas State University in...
Edward Curtis Tally II
Jan 1, 2026
Edward Curtis Tally II was born on August 23, 1936, to Edward Curtis Tally and Faye Shofner Tally of Justin, Texas. Justin was home for all his days. Curtis planted deep roots in the land, the church, and the people he loved.
On January 1, 2026, Curtis left this world for heaven to glorify his Savior, the Lord Jesus Christ. His...
Aaron Elvis Reynolds
Jan 1, 2026
Aaron “Elvis” Reynolds, 67, of Justin, Texas, passed away on January 1, 2026.
Elvis was born on February 18, 1958, in Justin, Texas, where he was also raised. A lifelong and avid hunter, he was most at home in the outdoors. After his passing, friends joked with affection that “the hogs are safe now,” a reflection of both his skill and...
