​Robert N. Santmyer Jr., 66, passed away on August 20, 2026.

Robert was a loving husband, father, grandfather, son, and friend who cherished his family.  He was very intelligent and had a wonderful sense of humor.  He loved history and astronomy and was always curious about the world around him. 

He is survived by his wife, Robin; his daughter, Samantha; his son, Corey; his granddaughter, Kaylen; his mother, Peggy; his sister-in-law, Dawn; and many family members and friends.
Robert will be deeply missed and lovingly remembered.  His laughter, kindness, and love for his family will stay with us always.

​Rest peacefully, Robert.  We love you and will miss you every day.

A Celebration of Life for Robert will take place on Saturday, October 17, 2026 from 2:00pm to 4:30pm at The Line Public House, 940 E. Belt Line Road, Richardson, Texas 75081.

Phillip Elvie Pickett, 71, passed away leaving behind a lifetime of love, faith, laughter, and cherished memories. He was the devoted husband and best friend of his beloved wife, Becky, whose love and partnership were the foundation of his life.
 
Phil had a gentle spirit and a wide range of passions. He loved spending time creating beautiful woodworking projects, traveling, keeping up with current events, and loving on his fur babies.  
 
An accomplished Civil Engineer, Phil enjoyed a rewarding career that took him abroad, where he worked in Germany, Italy, Malta, Latvia, Lithuanian, and Qatar.  He treasured those experiences and the friendships he made around the world before retiring.
 
His Christian faith was a guiding force throughout his life, providing him with strength, purpose, and compassion for others.
 
Phil’s greatest joy was his family. He is survived by his loving wife, Becky; his brothers and sisters, Sharlene Pickett, Jonathan Pickett, Sharalyn Parker, David Pickett; his many nieces and nephews; and his great-nieces and great-nephews, all of whom he loved dearly. He will also be remembered by many extended family members and friends whose lives he touched with his kindness, humor, and generosity.

A Celebration of Life will take place at 11:00am on Friday, July 31, 2026 at Alliance Methodist Church, 7904 Park Vista Blvd., Fort Worth, Tx 76137.

Ila Elizabeth “Betty” Phillips, 86, passed away on June 15, 2026, and was born in Snyder, Texas on April 22, 1940. 

​She married Jay Phillips on October 6, 1990, and maintained a thriving business for many years as a hair stylist, with several customers continuing on with her for a few years after retirement, cutting and styling for them on her back patio in Ft. Worth, Texas.
 
She and her husband loved to travel and camp, their favorite area being in the South Padre Island area, where Jay could fish and Ma could read novels.  They made friends with other campers who camped near them there, for many years.  She attended Travis Avenue Baptist Church and served as a volunteer at the information desk for Harris Hospital for the last few years and up until a short time before her death on June 15, 2026.
 
Betty is preceded in death by her husband, Jay Phillips; parents, Sammy Lou and Earl Norman.
 
She is survived by her son, Jim Tolleson (Jama); daughter, Shanna Sinclair; stepdaughters, Alicia Phillips (Greg) and Angelia Phillips; grandchildren, Kristin Ashworth-Garret, Gus Tolleson, Cassie Tolleson, Kendra Sinclair and (Step) Ray Phillips; great-grandchildren, Blakely Ashworth, Bentley Ashworth, (Step) Kayla Newbern and Nate.
 
Graveside service will take place on Friday, July 17, 2026, at 3:00pm at Dallas-Fort Worth National Cemetery, where she will be laid to rest with her husband, Jay. 
 

Gregory Eugene Faurot, 66, was born on October 24, 1959, in Dodge City, Kansas, the same hospital that his mother, Myrth was born in. He passed away on June 11, 2026, from complications from a fall.

Greg loved being with family and friends. He loved hunting pheasants, quail, and dove in the fields outside of Dodge City, Kansas. He loved the ocean and going to his family’s lake house and fishing. He was in band and played the tuba at L.D. Bell High School, which he graduated from in 1979. He went onto TCJC and DeVry Institute where he graduated with honors. He performed in numerous musicals and sang in choir while in high school as well as in college. He loved singing Men’s Barbershop and was a member of the Texas Millionaires Barbershop Chorus, which produced several CDs and went to International Competitions. He was greatly loved and will be greatly missed.

Greg was proceeded in death by his father, Eugene Robert Faurot “Gene Bob”.

He is survived by his wife of 34 years, Stacia Morgan Faurot; mother, Myrth Heckel Faurot; brothers, Ron Faurot and wife, Michelle, Steve Faurot and wife, Tina; eight nieces and nephews; seven grand nieces and nephews and numerous cousins and friends.

​Memorial Service: 11:00am Saturday, July 11, 2026, at First United Methodist Church, 521 W Pipeline Rd., Hurst, TX 76053.
 

​Marshal Patrick Mckee was called home after a hard battle with brain cancer on June 23rd, 2026.  He was born to Patrick and Shirley Mckee on February 9th, 1983, and was the perfect completion of their family as the youngest of four.  As a child he enjoyed playing sports, trips to Six Flags, and late nights playing video games and listening to music, and time with his friends and family.  He graduated from Mansfield High School in 2001 and shortly after enlisted in the Army.  He served his country honorably as a linguist and later reservist for 9 years.  After coming back home, he found his passion for cooking and worked at several local restaurants where he eventually met his wife Catie.  They had many beautiful years together and shared a wonderful family.  His favorite title he earned was Dad. The love and pride he has for our kids Rory, Luke, and Teddy will continue to transcend time and space. He continued to enjoy video games, many trips to Disney World, family music nights, sharing his love of cooking with his wife and kids, and making memories with his family. While it feels like he was taken too soon, we know his legacy will live on through his family for generations to come. 

​He is survived by his wife Catie; children, Rory Hasselschwert, Luke Mckee, and Teddy Mckee; parents, Shirley and Pat Mckee; siblings, Tamara Norwood, Ivan Norwood, Michael Mckee, and Heather Riley (Sean) as well as his niece, many nephews, great niece and nephews, and numerous aunts, uncles, and cousins. 

​A Memorial Service will be 11:00 AM Saturday, June 27th, 2026, at Bridgewood Church of Christ, 6516 Brentwood Stair Road, Fort Worth TX 76112. 

Mary Renee' Dixon (Robinson), 63, passed away on April 23, 2026, in Hurst, Texas.  Born on June 4, 1962, in Dallas, Texas, Mary was the beloved daughter of Mary Francis Robinson and the late Charles Daniel Robinson.  Mary, affectionately known as Renee', pursued her education at Tarrant County College, where she earned an associate degree.  She dedicated much of her professional life to customer service at Shipley's Donuts, where her warm demeanor and commitment to excellence left a lasting impression on colleagues and customers alike. Renee' was a woman of deep faith and held several Christian certificates that reflected her devotion to her spiritual journey. Her life was marked by resilience and strength; she faced challenges with grace and an unwavering spirit.  Renee's legacy is one of perseverance, love, and steadfast support for those she held dear.

She is survived by her son, Terry Ray Waits Jr.; her mother, Mary Francis Robinson; her sisters, Robin Robinson Lawson and Rhonda Robinson Smith; and her brother, Charles Rodney Robinson.  She was predeceased by her father, Charles Daniel Robinson, and her nephew, Charles David Lawson.  Renee's memory will forever be cherished by those who knew her. May her enduring spirit bring comfort to all who mourn her passing.

A Memorial Service Graveside will be held on May 28, 2026, from 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM at Fairview Cemetery, 710 Fair Avenue, Gainesville, TX 76240. ​

Ms. Estella W. Felton departed this life March 13, 2026, at 11:50 am, at Green Valley Health Care and Rehabilitation Center in North Richland Hills, Texas. Ms. Estella was born October 9, 1932, to the late Alex Williams and Lizzie Smith both of Winnsboro, Louisiana. Ms. Estella was the only child born of this union.  

Ms. Estella married the late James Childs in 1948 and to that union was bore one child, David Lee Childs who preceded her in death.  In 1962 Ms. Estella married Jacob Brown Sr. together to the union, there were nine children joined. Jacob Brown Jr., Larry Brown, John Brown, Linda J. Buchanan, Charles Ray Brown, Claude Brown, Alvin Brown, David Childs and Dorthea Brown Anderson. It was filled with much love, and many chores and mostly remembered were the many wonderful meals prepared by Ms. Estella, she was known for her wonderful biscuits, salmon croquettes, peach cobblers, and that wonderful fried chicken and fish these were only a few of the dishes that Mom cooked that made us smile and very happy.  After the homegoing of Mr. Jacob Brown Sr. Ms. Estella married the late Robert Lee Felton.  Ms. Estella gave her life to Christ in August of 1986 at The House of Faith Church of God in Christ, in Monroe Louisiana where she was baptized and was a faithful member.  Ms. Estella moved to North Richland Hills, Texas in 1996 after the death of Mr. Felton. She stayed with her daughter Dorthea Brown-Anderson and her two grandsons David A. Anderson and Robert  A. Anderson.  Ms. Estella, her daughter and six great grandchildren joined First Baptist Church Smithfield in North Richland Hills now under the leadership of Pastor Danny Smith she was faithful until the end.

She leaves to cherish her memories three daughters, Linda Jean Buchanan (Frank) of Houston Texas, Naomi Wade (Jamie) of Port Arthur, Texas, Dorthea Brown-Anderson, North Richland Hills, and one son John A. Brown (Ann) of Buffalo, New York. There are also many grandchildren, great grandchildren, nieces, nephews, and friends.

Mom is no longer enclosed within a body of flesh and blood. She has been set free, free to rejoice and praise her Savior, Jesus Christ without limitations and restraints. Please don’t mourn for her but rejoice with her she is present with her Lord and King, Jesus Christ.

Hallelujah, Praise God, she is free at last, Thank you Jesus.

Homegoing Services for Estella W. Felton are Saturday, March 28, 2026 at 11:00am at First Baptist Church Smithfield, 7912 Main Street, North Richland Hills, Texas 76182 with Pastor, Danny Smith officiating.

​Mary Claudette Livingston, 64, of Justin, Texas, passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by her loving family.  She was born in Port Arthur, Texas.
 
Mary was a gifted cook and baker who filled her home with the comforting smells of warm meals and fresh-baked treats, always made with love for her family. She could sing with the best of them and had a voice that lit up any room. Tough as nails, she didn’t take any nonsense—but she would do anything for the people she loved. Her door was always open, and she welcomed family members in and out of her home whenever they needed a safe place to land.
 
Mary is survived by the love of her life, her ex-husband, Kevin Livingston, whom she loved until the very end, and his mother, Bonita Holbeck.  She is also survived by her daughter, Patricia Kocurek and son-in-law, Jimmy Kocurek, who cared for her faithfully until her last breath; her son, Tony Warner; her stepson, Joseph Novelli and his husband, Leonard Novelli; her siblings, Tommy, Billy, Joann, and Michelle and many grandchildren.  Those grandchildren include, Jorden Tomplait, Brooke Warner, Tony Warner Jr., Caroline Bruner, Kayla, Jason, Daniel Gomez, Cpl. Julia Kocurek (USMC—whom Mary was so very proud of), Jennifer Kocurek, Johanna Kocurek and James Kocurek III.
 
She also cherished several nieces and nephews she proudly claimed as her own: Vanessa, Kelly, Stacy, Tommy, Kathrine, and little Brad.
 
Mary was preceded in death by her mother, Jerry Bria, her stepfather, Billy Bria, her father, Claude Warner Sr., her siblings, Debra Kay and Claude Warner Jr., and her niece, Magan Ann and Chelsea Mckella. 
 
The family has chosen to forgo a traditional service. Lasting Impressions will handle her cremation with dignity.  In lieu of flowers, donations to assist with final arrangements are appreciated and may be sent to 1920 Copper Mountain, Justin, TX 76247.
 
Mary’s warm kitchen, her beautiful voice, her strength, and her endless love for her family will be remembered forever. She will be deeply missed.
 
2 Timothy 4:7
 
“I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith.”
 
 
 

​Felipe De Jesus Montemayor, 63, passed away on Thursday, March 5, 2026.  He was born September 18, 1962, in Laredo, Texas to Jesus and Maria Montemayor.
 
A Celebration of Life will take place Tuesday, March 10, 2026, at 10:00am at Lamb of God Church, 3615 Maurice St., Fort Worth, Texas 76111 with Pastor, Victor Sullivan officiating.  The family will welcome guests for a gathering following the service.
 
His is preceded in death by his father, Jesus Montemayor Sr.; paternal grandparents, Modestro and Maria Rodriguez Montemayor; maternal grandparents, Pablo and Clara Arreola Garcia; sister, Martha Gloria Montemayor; niece, Loriann Leija; nephew, Gabriel Jose Ramos; great-nephew, Jonah Anthony Montemayor; great-niece, Gabriella Garcia and several Tia's & Tio's.
 
Felipe is survived by his loving mother, Maria Garcia Montemayor; sister, Maria "Chave" and husband, Miguel Rios, sister, Angie and husband, Manuel Sanchez, brother, Carlos Montemayor, sister, Carlotta and husband, Raymond Leija, brother, Jose "Pepe" and Teresa Montemayor, brother, Jesus and Letty Montemayor Jr., sister, Guadalupe "Lupe" and Andrew Garcia; numerous nieces, nephews, great-nieces, great-nephews, great-great-nieces and great-great-nephews.