Obituaries

Services for Monte Kreg Sanders, 55, of Mabank, were held May 29, 2026, at Eubank Funeral Home in Canton with Keith Camp, Peter Gargiulo and Kaci Gray officiating. Interment followed at Cottonwood Cemetery in Eustace.
Mr. Sanders passed away May 25, 2026 at his home. He was born July 20, 1970 in Terre Haute, Ind., to John William Sanders and Alice Sandra Graham Sanders.
Monte was preceded in death by his father, brother Mark Sanders and grandparents Verlie and Arnold Graham.

It is with deep sorrow and much love that we mourn the passing of Lisa Ellen Lackey (Tatum), 64 of Tool who passed away May 18, 2026.
Born Dec. 29,1961 in Abilene, she was the daughter of Jane and Jim Tatum. 
Lisa lived a vibrant life dedicated to her family and her passions. 
She graduated from Abilene Cooper High School in 1980 and went on to have a fulfilling career as a partner with her husband in the used car business.

Jackie Ray Hicks of Mabank was born June 30, 1949 to Jessie Hicks and Lillie Mae Baker in Phalba  and passed away May 6, 2026 at the age of 76. 
He graduated from Mabank High School and later was self employed as a carpenter. 
Jackie was preceded in death by his parents, brother Leroy Hicks and sisters Jessie Mae Gene, Bonnie Richardson and Jennifer June Hicks. 
He is survived by his nephew Jessie Hicks of Mabank.

James Glen Reasonover went to be with our Savior April 24, 2026. James was born Dec. 29, 1946 and raised on a West Texas farm by his father, Charles Edward and mother, Alta Juanita Cain along with his older brother William and two younger sisters.
While in public school James was active in football, played trombone in the band, sang in the high school choir and was a member of the FFA. 
After graduating from Seagraves High School, he attended Lubbock Christian College and completed his degree in Industrial Education at West Texas A&M.  

Donald Gene Garrett, 78, of Payne Springs, passed away April 20, 2026. He was born in Dallas Oct. 28, 1947, to parents E.C. and Shirley (Boren) Garrett.
Don’s education journey started at H. Grady Spruce High School in Dallas and continued at the United States Marine Boot Camp in San Diego, Calif., from which he graduated in 1966 as part of Platoon 206. These experiences shaped the man who was both hard-headed and stubborn yet deeply loving—a protector of his family and a steady, calming presence to friends.

Fred Carter, a beloved pillar of the Mabank community, passed away April 10, 2026, at the age of 81. Born May 23, 1944, to Eugene and Louise Carter, Fred lived a life defined by service, generosity and an unwavering love for his family, friends and the people in the town he called home.

David Henderson, 77, of Mabank passed away April 17, 2026. He was the devoted husband of Debra Henderson for 53 years.
Born March 2, 1949, in Greenwood, Miss., David was the son of the late Jim and Letha Henderson.

Pamela Jean Whitton Butler, 65, lovingly known as “Grandma,” passed away March 5, 2026. She was born in Tulare, Calif., and had made her home on Cedar Creek Lake since 1992, where she built a life centered on faith and family.
Pamela was known for her generous heart and her constant desire to give without ever asking for anything in return. Her strong faith in God guided her, and she believed deeply in the power and importance of family. She poured that love into every gathering, every conversation, and every quiet act of kindness.

Ronald “Ronnie” Capehart, 78, of Kemp went to be with the Lord March 8, 2026.
Ronnie was born June 28, 1947, in Dallas to Chester and Margaret (Fields) Capehart. He graduated from Spruce High School in 1966 and later attended Trinity Valley Community College (formerly Henderson County Junior College), where he played football.
Ronnie dedicated most of his adult career to public service, working for the City of Dallas and the City of Mesquite. He was known for his strong work ethic and his ability to connect with people everywhere he went.

Darlene Yvonne Nolen was born Dec. 19, 1956, in Kaufman to James Edward Nolen and Shirley Henderson Nolen. She passed away peacefully Feb. 20, 2026, after a brief illness surrounded by family and friends. 
She was truly loved by all who knew her. Darlene went to school in Athens at the local high school after moving from Dallas. 
She met her future husband, Lynn, at the skating rink in Athens and that’s where they decided that they liked each other and to start dating.