Obituary Notices and Memorial Services
Galbreaith Pickard Funeral Chapel
Remembering Loved Ones in Parker County and Surrounding Areas
Joe Clyde Taylor
Sep 7, 2026
Joe Clyde Taylor, age 75, passed from this life on Monday, September 7, 2026. Joe was born July 10, 1951, in Weatherford, Texas, to Lymon Doss Taylor and Doris Marie (Sawyer) Taylor.
Joe worked as a factory worker for Tandy and was a man of Baptist faith. He enjoyed metal detecting and gold mining, pursuits that allowed him to...
Marcus Carter
Oct 11, 2026
Marcus Dee Carter was born on March 5, 1938, to Marjorie and Marcus A. Carter.
He grew up in Fort Worth, Texas, and graduated from Carter-Riverside High School in 1956. Funny story about Marcus…He loved football and wanted to play…but didn’t quite weigh enough, so he would put his hands behind his back and the person behind him would pull down...
Roy Lee Hausler
Oct 20, 2026
Roy Lee Hausler, age 80, passed from this life on Tuesday, October 20, 2026, leaving behind a lifetime of memories cherished by those who loved him. Roy was born on July 3, 1946, in Crowley, Louisiana, to Herbert Hausler and Neva (Hand) Hausler. He graduated from Weatherford High School in 1964, beginning a life marked by steadfast dedication to...
Dr. Earl David Zuercher
Oct 16, 2026
Earl David Zuercher, of Willow Park, Texas, passed away on October 16, 2026, in Fort Worth, Texas. He met his wife, Marie, while they were students at Athens College in Alabama, and they shared 61 years of marriage.
A graduate of Weatherford High School, Earl had a lifelong love of learning. He earned a Bachelor of Science from Athens...
Ryne M. Wetsel
Oct 19, 2026
In Loving Memory of Ryne M. Wetsel
August 9, 1959 – October 19, 2026
Ryne M. Wetsel, born August 9, 1959, passed away on October 19, 2026, leaving behind a legacy of hard work, loyalty, love, and countless memories that will forever live in the hearts of those who knew him.
Ryne was a hardworking man who took pride in everything he did....
Dorothy Jane Baker Davis
Oct 5, 2026
Dorothy Jane Baker Davis
Dorothy was born on December 16, 1941, in Weatherford, Texas, to D.L. and Ruth Baker. She died on October 5, 2026, at Oakwood Place in Athens, Texas, at age 84, after a long battle with brain cancer.
Dorothy was preceded in death by her parents, D.L. and Ruth Baker; her daughter, Dawn Delynn Davis; her brother, David Baker;...
Gary Randall Johnson
Aug 29, 2026
Gary Randall Johnson was born on August 7, 1957, in Austin, Texas, at Seton Hospital. He passed away on August 29, 2026, in Weatherford, Texas, after a hard-fought battle with cancer.
Gary was a lifelong Austinite and graduated from John H. Reagan High School in 1975. During high school and beyond, Gary played fast-pitch softball and helped lead teams...
Patsy Jean Smethers Ames
Oct 17, 2026
Patsy Jean Smethers Ames, 84, passed away peacefully on Saturday, October 17, 2026. Patsy was born on November 6, 1941, in Weatherford, Texas to V.C. "Buddy" and Lorean Smethers.
Patsy was a loving mother, grandmother, great grandmother and sister. She spent her life caring for her family and animals. She worked at Grote Vet Clinic for close to 25...
James Douglas Bennett
Oct 22, 2026
Mr. James Douglas Bennett, age 84, passed from this life on Thursday, October 22, 2026. The details of his obituary will be shared in the coming days.
A memorial service will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Tuesday, October 27, 2026, at Galbreaith Pickard Funeral Chapel in Weatherford, Texas.
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We extend our heartfelt condolences to the family during this difficult...
Debra Faye Nichols
Oct 21, 2026
Debra Faye Nichols, age 74, passed from this life on Wednesday, October 21, 2026. Debra was born on April 12, 1952, in Fort Worth, Texas, to Norman Murphy and Betty Jo (Baker) Murphy.
Debra was a devoted homemaker who dedicated herself to her family. After her children graduated from high school, she began working in online exchange customer service...
Lena Mae Montgomery
Oct 14, 2026
Lena Mae Montgomery, age 87, passed from this life on Wednesday, October 14, 2026. She was born on August 10, 1939, in Palestine, Texas, to Albert Madewell and Julia Holt.
A longtime resident of Parker County, Lena was a devoted mother, grandmother, and sister. She attended Waterhouse on Bowie and spent many years serving others through her work as...
Billie Fyke Forbes
Oct 15, 2026
Billie Fyke Forbes, 96, of Weatherford, Texas, passed away on October 15, 2026.
Billie’s roots in Weatherford ran deep. Her father, Dr. Ed Fyke, opened the first hospital in Weatherford in the Colonel Bowie home. Her own working life began at the historic Baker Hotel in Mineral Wells, Texas. She was a longtime member of First Baptist Church of Weatherford and...
Margaret Radloff
Oct 17, 2026
Margaret Radloff
September 6, 1946 – October 17, 2026
Margaret Jane Moseley Radloff, born September 6, 1946, in Longview, Texas, passed away on October 17, 2026. She lived a life marked by curiosity, determination, and an enduring love for family, animals, and adventure.
Margaret graduated from Van High School in Van, Texas, where she was a member of the marching band...
Elizabeth Jane “Janey” Hickman
Sep 30, 2026
Elizabeth Jane “Janey” (Maus) Hickman
(1935–2026)
Elizabeth Jane “Janey” Hickman, 91, of Willow Park, Texas, passed away on Wednesday, September 30, 2026, at Willow Park Rehabilitation Center. She was born on April 10, 1935, in El Dorado, Kansas, to John and Pearl (Bailey) Maus.
Janey graduated from El Dorado High School in 1953. On December 11, 1955, she married Jack Oswald...
Brenda Sawyer
Oct 20, 2026
Brenda J. Sawyer, age 80, passed from this life on Tuesday, October 20, 2026. Details regarding her obituary will be shared in the coming days. Though no services are scheduled at this time, Brenda will be missed by all who knew and loved her.
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We extend our heartfelt condolences to the family during this difficult time.
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Billie Jean Jeanette Neill Ard
Oct 16, 2026
Billie Jean Neill Ard, age 92, passed from this life on Friday, October 16, 2026, at her home. Billie Jean was born on January 22, 1934, in Weatherford, Texas, to Sam V. Neill and Mattie E. Kelley Neill. Billie Jean graduated from Weatherford High School with the Class of 1953 before attending Vernon's Cosmetology School. She worked as a...
Mark Aaron Shadden
Oct 12, 2026
Mark Aaron Shadden, age 45, passed from this life on Monday, October 12, 2026. Mark was born on December 20, 1980, in Weatherford, Texas, to Michael Shadden and Pamela (Justice) Waller.
Mark earned a master’s degree and pursued a career as a hospital statistician, applying his expertise to the analysis and interpretation of healthcare data. Outside of work, he...
Vonda Lyn Norris
Oct 12, 2026
Vonda Lyn Norris was born on March 27, 1964, in Montrose, Colorado. At six months of age, she was adopted by her parents, Vaughn and Leona Guthrie, who were already in their 50s, who lived in Phoenix, Arizona. She lived with them there until she was in 6th grade, when they moved back to Placerville, Colorado to be with...
Lois Margaret Adams
Oct 10, 2026
Lois Margaret Adams, 93, of Weatherford, Texas, passed away peacefully on October 10, 2026, at College Park Care Center.
Lois was born in 1932, in Altoona, Pennsylvania, to Clifton Max Davis and Clara Cathryn (Glunt) Davis. She graduated from Altoona High School in 1950. On February 1, 1952, she married the love of her life, James F. Adams (Fred)....
Tyia Michelle Roberts
Oct 10, 2026
It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Ms. Tyia Michelle Roberts who passed away on October 10, 2026. A graveside service will be held at 11:00 a.m., on Tuesday, October 13, 2026, at the Brock Cemetery, in Brock, Texas.
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We extend our deepest condolences to the family during this difficult time.
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