Obituaries

Body Robert was born to Robert Sr., and Eleanor Messenger Aug. 19, 1952 in Winsted, Conn. and passed away Oct. 12, 2024 at the age of 72.He moved to Texas in the 70s where he finally landed at Cedar Creek Lake in the early 80s. Bob was an avid motorcycle rider and mechanic.

Body Brenda Gale Leighton, 77, of Enchanted Oaks, passed away peacefully Oct. 6, 2024. Born Nov. 5, 1946 in Winnsboro Brenda was a beloved wife, daughter, sister, mother and friend, known for her kindness and ability to easily make friends with everyone she met.

Body Anne Sherrill, beloved wife, mother and grandmother was called to her eternal resting place Sept. 1, 2024. She entered this world Feb. 19, 1946 in Mississippi.Anne had a vast knowledge in many subjects, including nursing, financial and ministry.

Body Kerry Jo Dollgener went home to be with her Lord and Savior Sept. 13, 2024 at the age of 51.  She passed away of pneumonia in Tyler after a long, hard-fought battle with breast cancer.  In life, Kerry never knew a stranger.

Body It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Virginia Ann Taylor (née Holt), known affectionately by many as GeeGee, Sept. 19, 2024, at the age of 87.

Body Roger Allan Barker, 80, passed away Sept. 18, 2024. He was born in Ft. Worth Nov. 3, 1943, the youngest child of Caroline Marie Bussolari Barker and Donald Sanborn Barker.

Body Rosemary Dean Farmer was an extraordinary woman. Rosemary was born in 1927 and raised in Rushville, Ill. and passed away peacefully in Dallas Sept. 11, 2024.  Rosemary’s journey in life was guided by her love of family and friends and her career as a dedicated teacher.

Body Jean Evelyn Cole (née Lane) passed away peacefully Sept. 12, 2024, in Gun Barrel City at the age of 93. She was born May 13, 1931, in Lubbock.  Jean's long life was marked by her warmth and dedication to her community.

Body Betty Grace Haley Starek, 89, passed away Sept. 10, 2024, in Kemp, surrounded by her family.  She was born July 20, 1935, in Mabank the youngest daughter of 15 children to parents James and Rose (Shew) Haley.

Body Curtis Alan Webster, 79, of Haslet passed away peacefully Sept. 3, 2024.  Curtis was a dedicated husband, father, brother, and friend and his life was defined by service, love for his family and a commitment to his community and country. Curtis was born in Salem, Ill.