Graveside services for Bobby Charles Conner, 83, Kaufman was held June 24, 2022 at Wilson Chapel Cemetery in Kaufman with David Conner officiating.
Bobby passed away with family at his side June 18, 2022, at his home in Kaufman. He was born in Canton Jan. 26, 1939.
He married Jeannette Tankersley March 8, 1958 in Whitton. Bobby spent most of his life working as a mechanic and on his John Deer tractor.
Judith Marie Massey passed away peacefully surrounded by family June 17, 2022. A remembrance took place June 20, 2022, at Calvary Baptist Church in Kemp.
Judith was preceded in death by her parents Mary Francis Stroman and James Marvin Amerson, sister Linda Lambeth and son-in-law Eugene Hamilton.
Charlie Richard “Dick” Derden, Jr., 83, of Irving, left this world for his eternal home with his Lord Jesus June 22, 2022.
Dick was born to Richard and Beatrice (Barton) Derden Oct. 2, 1938, in Malakoff.
He graduated from Malakoff High School in 1956 where he lettered in football for three years and served as captain his senior year while earning All-district and All-county honors.
Dick was a life-long Texas Longhorn fan and received a B.S. degree in petroleum engineering from the University of Texas at Austin.
Willard Thomas St. Ama, 89, passed away June 13, 2022 in Arlington. Willard was born March 19, 1933 in Kerens to Rowlan St. Ama and Mary Pauline Collins “Mott” St. Ama.
He became a Christian at the age of 12 in 1942. Willard married the love of his life, Joyce Loree Rose Nov. 2, 1951.
He was ordained a Deacon in 1967 at First Baptist Church in Trinidad. Willard became a member of Fielder Church in 1971 when he moved to Arlington.
Janice Carson, 73, loved wife, mother, grandmother and sister was called to her heavenly home June 5, 2022. She entered this world Oct. 23, 1948 in Joplin, Mo., born to Gene and Corinne Moyer.
Janice was an avid reader. She enjoyed reading Christian books and her Bible. She attended Cedar Creek Church of God in Mabank until her health kept her from going.
She enjoyed listening to worship music. She avidly cared for animals, especially dogs and cats.
Janice was preceded in death by her parents and daughter Rebecca Carson.
Chad Thomas Henderson was born Aug. 23, 1972. He entered into eternal rest June 12, 2022, long before his loved ones were ready for him to be called home.
He was a larger than life personality with a heart as big as the Texas Country he loved. Chad was a music enthusiast, with tastes ranging from old to new and everything in between, he attended music events at every opportunity.
Gregory Gardiner Ryan, 66, of Tool, passed away June 2, 2022. Gregory was born Dec. 12, 1955 to parents Bernard William Ryan and Eileen Louise Gardiner.
He was a caring and doting husband, father and grandfather who loved spending time with his family.
Gregory was adventurous and lived each day to the fullest enjoying water skiing, snow skiing and riding in his boat daily. Not only did he have the passion for boating but for cars, motorcycles and planes, as well.
Betty Wommack, 92, of Mabank passed away May 29, 2022. Betty was born Dec. 2,1929 in Dallas.
Betty was preceded in death by her parents, husband Calvin Wommack, son Richard and daughter Pattie.
Betty was very active with her 42 club.
She is survived by her daughter Sharon, four grandchildren and three great-grandchildren.
A graveside service was held June 6, 2022 at Laurel Land Memorial Park.
Carol Sue Wagner was born to parents Edward Dale Ellard and Rebecca E. (McHand) Ellard Feb. 23, 1951. She peacefully entered into eternal rest May 19, 2022, surrounded by her loving family.
Carol Sue was an amazing woman with a strong will and a huge heart. She married her best friend and love of her life, Vernon R. Wagner, Sept. 13, 1969.
Vernon will tell you that Carol Sue’s bullheadedness was his biggest blessing, she dug in and stuck by his side through the good, the bad and all the in between. Together they built a beautiful life and family.
Shirley Rae Huckeba, 86, of Gun Barrel City, passed away May 15, 2022. Shirley was born Oct. 6, 1935 to parents William Etheridge Morris and Neva Nell Lewis.
She was a caring and doting mother, grandmother and great-grandmother who loved spending time with her family.
Shirley was an adventurous and free spirited woman. She loved being on the water, boating and watching her grandson race.
