Obituaries

Sara Geneice Morris, 89, born Nov. 2, 1934, passed away Nov. 24, 2023 in Mabank.
Sara was a mother of seven, grandmother, great-grandmother and even great-great-grandmother.
She loved painting, RVing with friends, she was in Daughters of The American Revolution and enjoyed working in Busy Bees at her Church.
In her younger life, she built airplanes, owned a beauty shop, she was a hair stylist, and finally, became a surgical nurse teaching her children that you can accomplish anything if you are willing to do the work.

Karen Lynn Butterfield Madison, 61, Topeka, Kan., passed away Nov. 16, 2023.
Karen was born May 9, 1961, in Topeka, to Karolyn Sharp and Max Butterfield. She was a 1979 graduate of Shawnee Heights High School and earned her paralegal associate degree from Washburn University.
On Sept. 20, 1991, Karen and her beloved Darrell Madison were united in marriage enjoying 30 years together prior to his death July 18, 2021.

In loving memory of Stephen (Steve) Grant Reimers
Stephen Grant Reimers, born May 24, 1950, in San Angelo peacefully passed away at the age of 73. 
He was the beloved son of John Grant Reimers and Anice Jean (Green) Reimers. Steve graduated high school and immediately joined the Air Force, setting the stage for a life of dedication and service.
In the journey of life, Steve found his lifelong companion, Lou Kornegay, whom he married. Together, they built a beautiful family, raising a daughter Kenda and a son Caleb. 

The final chapter of Richard K. Bramblitt’s history was written Nov. 19, 2023. He passed peacefully at home, at the age of 83 after a brief hospital stay.  
He was known to most as Dick Bramblitt. Dick was a retired Dallas Fire Captain where he served for 30 years.    Most would say he was a great historian of the town and people of Mabank. His work on the Mabank Cemetery Board was vital to the preservation of Mabank history. His tireless hours of research for names was essential in the development of Kaufman County Veterans Memorial. 

Martha Jean Hutchison LaRue passed away peacefully Nov. 18, 2023, surrounded by her family, after a lengthy battle with Dementia. She was 88 years old. 
A graduate of Mabank High School, class of 1953, Martha remained close to her friends and classmates. She was of the Baptist faith and was a member of First Baptist Church of Mabank. She taught children’s Sunday School classes and worked in the AWANAS program. 
Martha was a very dedicated mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. She attended many of the activities that they were involved in. 

Linda Fletcher, 82, of Mabank met Jesus Oct. 31, 2023 surrounded by her family.
Linda was born Dec. 30, 1940 at home in Huntington to Jewel Bishop Thomas and Robert Thomas.
She graduated from W.W. Samuel High School in Pleasant Grove in 1959.
Linda married Larry Fletcher, the love of her life in 1980. They traveled the world together.
Linda was very active in the Lions Club, Meals on Wheels, Rotary Club, the Good Sam’s Club, Eastern Star and Square dancing as well as being active in the Presbyterian Church of Mabank.

Wanda L. Benson, 94, passed away Nov. 5, 2023, in Mabank. She was born Feb. 13, 1929, in Pontiac, Mich., to parents Earl and Martha (Dowdy) Giles.
Wanda’s life was filled with rich experiences and cherished moments. One of her proudest accomplishments was marrying John in Ithaca, N.Y. July 11, 1953. Their union was a testament to their unwavering love and commitment to each other over the years. 

Carla Jean Steffan, née Moser, passed away at home in Payne Springs the morning of Oct. 24, 2023 at the age of 71. Carla was born in Little Rock, Ark., to Thomas and Carolyn Moser Aug. 23, 1952, the eldest of four children. 
She had a passion for caring for those in need, especially children and animals. Carla’s artistic talent was on display through any project she chose to pursue. 
Carla was preceded in death by her parents and brother Anthony (Tony). 

Services for Craig Jennings were held Oct. 28, 2023 in the Eubank Cedar Creek Memorial Chapel. 
Craig Elton Jennings was born March 5, 1975, in Bossier City, La., to the late David and Carolyn (Johnson) Jennings and passed away Oct. 23, 2023. 
He was a graduate of Mabank High School and received his Master's Degree in Social Work from Texas A&M University Commerce. 

Jo Ann Wells, 80, of Mabank affectionately,”Jody,” passed Oct. 24, 2023 at her home surrounded by her family. She was born March 26, 1943 in Dallas to her late parents George and Oneida Benker.
Jo Ann was raised in Dallas and attended Crozier Tech High School. She married her late husband, Charlie D. Wells Aug. 10, 1968. They raised their daughter and founded the Access Floor Specialist business, which later became Allied Interiors in the Dallas area from which she retired.