​Terry Wayne Tidwell II, age 56, passed away on July 29, 2024.  He was born October 9, 1967, in Chicago, Illinois.

Terry was a good man, a loving father & provider for his family. He was a wonderful Paw Paw to his grandkids and loved them dearly. He never met a stranger and would do anything to help someone out. Terry had friendships that span over 50 + years, that he would keep in close contact with. He loved spending time with friends & family, pulling pranks, telling jokes, and wrestling. He will truly be missed by all that know him.

He is proceeded in death his son, Liam Asher Tidwell and father, Terry Wayne Tidwell

Terry is survived by his loving wife of 25 years, Michelle Tidwell; children, daughter, Paulina Ashmore; son, Timothy Tidwell; daughter, Melany Suarez; son, Austin Tidwell;  daughter, Katelyn Dossey; son, Devyn Tidwell; grandchildren, Landyn Ashmore & Andrew Ashmore, Kaylee Tidwell & Kaleb Tidwell, Camilla Sutton and Carter Tidwell; sister, Sherri King and husband, Doug King; niece, Jacklyn Spaeth and husband, Robert Spaeth; nephew, Kiefer King; mother, Linda Tidwell.

​A Memorial Services will be held on September 21, 2024, at the VFW Post 10374, located at 13825 US Hwy 287 N, Avondale Heights, TX 76179.

Linda Meyers Creech, 77, passed away on August 30, 2024, in Grapevine, Texas. She was born on August 18, 1947, in Wichita Falls, Texas.  Linda led a fulfilling life marked by her dedication to her family and a successful career.

A graduate of Rider High School in Wichita Falls, Linda furthered her education at East Texas State in Commerce, Texas. She built a distinguished career in the financial sector, working with several savings and loans, the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC), and Total Mortgage Solutions, where she excelled as a Mortgage Tax Director.

Linda was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, cherished for her warmth and love. She is survived by her husband, Jerry Ray Creech; her children, Wylie Scott Creech and Mitzi Darline Stephens; brothers, John, Joe, and Scott Meyers.

She was preceded in death by her parents, R.A. and Dorothy Mae Meyers.

Service will be held 10:00 am Thursday, September 12, 2024, at the Dallas-Fort Worth National Cemetery, located at 2000 Mountain Creek Parkway, Dallas, TX 75211. Linda's life and legacy will be remembered fondly by all who knew her, as she rests peacefully after a life well-lived. ​

​With heavy hearts, we announce the sudden passing of our beloved, James “Muskrat” Carpenter, on July 13, 2024 at the age of 48.  He brought immeasurable joy and light into our lives with his kind heart, infectious smile, boundless imagination and artistic talent.  Although a very private person, at times to a fault, James was endlessly entertaining. He delighted in grossing people out, or in making them laugh their butts off.  He was loyal and true, compassionate, and sensitive to others’ pain.  Often going to great lengths to help his friends in any way they needed, from the sublime to the seemingly ridiculous.  He has left an indelible mark on the hearts of all who were fortunate enough to know him.  His loss is truly and deeply felt.


James was preceded in death by his father, Robert J. Carpenter.  He is survived by his mother, Sharon; his siblings Shelly, Ariana, and Erin; his nieces and nephew, Isabella, Darcy, and Zane; his Aunt Caroline; cousins Katherine and David; and many other cousins, aunts and uncles.  Former husband of Rachele; best friend to Amber, Miguel, and Jaeden; a loyal Brother-Friend and friend to so many that it’s not possible to list all, but you know who you are - and so does he;  people from Texas, across the country, and beyond.

Born in Cincinnati, Ohio, James grew up in Virginia, Pennsylvania, and Texas, with relatives from Virginia to California.  He graduated from Trinity High School in Euless, TX in 1993; and graduated Summa Cum Laude with a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Art from the University of Texas at Arlington in 2018. He worked his little tush off for that!

James was always an artist.  From the time he was 2 & 1/2 through all his school years, he continued to create a fury of incredible works of art.  He left behind an abundance of drawings, paintings, and sculptures, into which he poured his singular personality, heart, and passion.  Always courageous creatively, James pushed himself constantly as an artist.  He was, is, and ever shall be, an inspiration to so many.   

A Celebration of Life of our unforgettable James “Muskrat”, will be held on August 10 at 2:00pm, at the home of Amber and Miguel Valdez in Hurst, TX, where friends and family are invited to remember a life that was truly a gift to us all. 

In lieu of flowers, if you are able to, please donate to the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention at https://supporting.afsp.org/

Richard Alex Irwin was born on August 29, 1967 in Fort Worth, Texas to Richard Ray and Betty Joyce Irwin. He entered into his eternal rest on August 1, 2024 at the age of 56. Richard known to many as “Rick” or “Big Rick” started life early on as a patriotic outdoorsman by being a Boy Scout and Honoring his late father who was a Korean War veteran. Rick was a truck driver for many years and loved seeing the world through the front window of his big rig. He enjoyed life outdoors and spent many days in a deer stand or fishing a lake with his sons. He loved listening to classic rock and classic country music.

Richard is survived by his wife Michelle, sons Alexander and wife Bree Irwin of Burleson; Richard Irwin of Blue Mound, Kenny Adair of Little Rock, Arkansas; brother Roger Irwin of Blue Mound; sister Janet Henson of Vernon; Granddaughter Paizlee of Burleson, nephews Heath Ditforth of Fort Worth, Hans Ditforth of Saginaw and a host of other family and friends.

​Richard is preceded in death by his father Richard Ray, and mother Betty Joyce.

A memorial will be held at a later date

Red Oak -- Ann La Jean Boehringer, 74, a wonderful Wife, Mother and Grandmother passed away August 2, 2024, after a hard-fought battle with cancer.
Ann had a zest for life and enjoyed being outdoors, camping, riding her motorcycle several hundred miles at a time. She took part in doing the "Ellis County Toy Run" every year raising thousands of dollars as well as toys to serve the less fortunate. Ann and Johnny have been members of the Gryphons MC, a motorcycle club, and were involved in doing a toy run for Ellis County Christmas for children. They would go to Sturgis every year. She was a wild one from the start and was free-spirited and charming. She was always successful in everything she did. Ann was the youngest of four children born March 1, 1950, grew up in Haltom City and graduated from Haltom High School. When she was in her mid-twenties she would be confused for Barbara Mandrell the country music star, she had fun with that.

She had a dazzling smile with a charismatic free spirit. A laugh that filled the room was so contagious. Making everyone laugh, loved to play music and dance. She enjoyed going to the movies with her children and cooking for her husband Johnny's family for the holidays and having pool parties for everyone to come as you are. These were some of her greatest pleasures.

Ann is preceded in death by her parents: Christopher J. Weldon and Maxine Gotcher, Grandmother: Ida Dot Lomax.

Left to honor her memory: Husband, Johnny Boehringer; Children, John C. Murrah, Jennifer Aljaser, Ashley Turf and Shasta Dorough; 26 Grandchildren and one Great-grandchild; Siblings, Linda Bryant, Charles Gotcher and Gary Gotcher, along with a host of other family and friends.

Celebration of life services will be held on Sunday, August 25, 2024 at 2:00 PM at the Rockette Baptist Church located at 2870 FM Road 983, Red Oak, Texas 75154 with Pastor, Cory Mullins to be officiating.

Flowers may be delivered on Saturday, August 24, 2024 at 207 Jeffrey Rd., Palmer Tx 75152 for the service on Sunday.

​David Eugene Whitlock passed away on June 9, 2024, at the age of 74 in Mansfield, TX. He was born in Fort Worth, TX on June 28,1949.
 
David graduated from North Side High School in 1967 then enlisted with the United States Coast Guard and served 4 years. After serving for the Coast Guard, he started a career as a mail carrier for the US Post Office in Texas and Arkansas. Upon retirement he settled down in Arlington, TX.  While living in Arlington, he was able to go do the things he enjoyed most, watching the Texas Rangers, Dallas Cowboys and attended many concerts and Blue Grass Festivals.  
 
David is survived by Son, Jason Whitlock and wife Lisa; daughter, Jessica Ketzenberg; sister, Dorothy Davis; 5 grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews. He is preceded in death by his parents, Ray and Luzell Whitlock and brothers, Charles (Sonny Boy), Jimmy Ray and Rick Whitlock.
 
Graveside Service will be held at Dallas Fort-Worth National Cemetery, 2000 Mountain Creek Parkway, Dallas, TX 75211 on Tuesday, July 2, 2024, at 11:00am.
 
The family wishes to thank Brookdale Assisted Living for the continued support and help with David over the last few months. 
 
 

William Michael Arata, 38, passed away suddenly on April 28, 2024, in Denton Texas.

Will was born to Michael and Melody Arata in Grand Prairie, Texas on September 22, 1985. He grew up in Arlington, Texas and graduated from Mansfield High School in 2004. Will was an only child and the apple of his parents’ eye. Will was a wrestling maniac and once he got older, he and his father founded a wrestling community organization. That organization later changed hands and became Big Texas Pro Wrestling and they both stayed heavily involved. Will has been refereeing for Dallas Championship Wrestling since 2012. He was an outdoorsman that enjoyed camping, fishing, and hunting hog and deer. Will was a very giving man that cared for his friends and family, he would give you the shirt off his back. He loved playing GTA and was super outgoing and funny.

Will met the love of his life and passenger princess, Hannah Diviney in 2016. After a year long whirlwind romance they married in Denton County on July 7, 2017. They enjoyed traveling together as a family with their daughter, Aria. One of his favorite places to adventure was Colorado. He loved it there and was at home in the beauty of the mountains. Will was a family man and a hard-working provider. Will worked for the Denton State Supported Living Center for the last 9 years and had worked his way up to the Director of Security position. He was dedicated to his job and the people he loved. He will be sorely missed.

Will was preceded in death by his father, Michael Arata; son, Joseph (JoJo) Arata; and all of his grandparents.

​He is survived by his loving wife, Hannah Arata; daughter, Aria Arata; mother, Melody Arata; aunts, Phyllis Kelsey, Allison Kelsey, and Vanita Thornton; uncles, Donald Pachen, Leslie Pachen, and Eddie Pachen; 8 cousins and countless friends.


Services pending at this time and will be updated once confirmed.

William Featherstone, 71, of Weatherford, TX, took his last breath On March 20, 2024 surrounded by his family.

William is survived by his wife, Cathy; son, Chris Walkotten and future daughter in law, Crystal Lindsey; daughter, Meagan Ogle and husband, Luke Ogle; his beautiful Grandchildren, Aaron Walkotten , Brennon Walkotten , Colbie Ogle, Creed Ogle, Maddie Lindsey and Maddox Lindsey; Sisters, Carolyn Hammond and Laura Stenson and many nieces and nephews. William is preceded in death by his parents, William Beaver and Florence Egerton.

Services will be held at Grace Meadow Fellowship in Weatherford, TX on April 2, 2024 at 2:00 PM. 

Contributions may be made to Community Hospice House of Burleson, TX or to MHMR of Tarrant County.

https://www.chot.org/about/locations/inpatient-hospice-care-at-community-healthcare-of-texas-hospice-house-at-huguley-dallas-and-fort-worth-tx/
https://www.mhmrtarrant.org/foundation/

Debora (Debbie) Kay Stoddard, 69, passed away March 11, 2024.  She was born March 5, 1955.

​Debbie wore a hat of all trades, she could do anything besides cook, but that was ok she can still make a couple of killer dishes.  She had such a sense of humor and loved rock n' roll.  Debbie was there when you needed her and was a great caretaker for her family.  She was the best mother and the best grandma Layla, and I could have asked for.  May she now be reunited in heaven with her husband and wonderful dad and grandpa, Randy Stoddard.

​Sarah Tarley 80, passed away January 3, 2024. She was born January 1, 1944 and raised in Yekepa Nimba County and grew up in Grand Garden Zwedru County. She went to school in Nimba but didn't finish high school. Sarah leaves behind 6 children, Jennet, Augustine, Nyonwin, Nyensuah and Mayamu, Morris; 3 sisters; 3 brothers; 11 grandchildren and 5 great grandchildren.

The Homegoing Celebration Service will be Saturday, March 2, 2024 at 10:00am New Breed Grace Global Ministries, 1659 Sandy Lane Fort Worth 76112 with Interment to follow at Birdville Cemetery, Haltom City.  Wake will be held Friday, March 1, 2024 at 6:00pm at New Breed Grace Global Ministries.  Pastor, Joseph Nyumah officiating services.