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Galbreaith  Pickard Funeral Chapel

Remembering Loved Ones in Parker County and Surrounding Areas

Charles Wayne Singleton, Jr.

Charles Wayne Singleton, Jr.

Aug 11, 2025

  Charles Wayne Singleton, Jr., age 58, passed from this life on Monday, August 11, 2025. Born on September 12, 1966, in Fort Worth, Texas, Charles has taken flight, soaring with the eagles and reunited with loved ones who went before him, including his parents, Charles W. Singleton, Sr. and Bobbie Sue (Fancher) Singleton. 

  Charles had a deep love for...

Rodney Craig Pettit

Rodney Craig Pettit

Aug 10, 2025

  Rodney Craig Pettit, 71, of Weatherford, Texas, passed from this life on Sunday, August 10, 2025.

  Born on November 12, 1953, in Weatherford, Rodney was the son of the late Ted and Joy (Wright) Pettit. He was well known for his craftsmanship around Parker County, as a skilled glazer, and was the owner of Pettit Glass & Mirror. An...

Dean Hindman

Dean Hindman

Aug 9, 2025

  Robert Dean Hindman, affectionately known as “Poppa Dean,” passed from this life on Saturday, August 9, 2025, at the age of 83.

  Born on August 22, 1941, in Lubbock, Texas, to Robert Hindman and Ada (Wisdom) Hindman, Dean proudly served his country in the Army National Guard. Following his service, he built a successful career as a car dealer,...

James "Jim" Goolsby

James "Jim" Goolsby

Aug 9, 2025

 Retired Lt. Col. James “Jim” Ryan Goolsby, 89, of Weatherford, Texas, passed away August 9, 2025. Born April 10, 1936, in Warren, Oklahoma, to A.B. and Lorrayne (Portwood) Goolsby, Jim grew up on the family farm before earning his master’s degree from Oklahoma State University. He retired from the U.S. Army 1982 and later enjoyed a distinguished career as an...

Dona Sue Thigpen Elledge

Dona Sue Thigpen Elledge

Aug 8, 2025

  Dona Sue Thigpen Elledge, age 84, passed peacefully from this life on Thursday, August 8, 2025, surrounded by the love of her family. She was born on May 19, 1941, in Fort Worth, Texas, to Richard and Hattie (Whelchel) Stricklan.

  A devoted Christian, Dona was a faithful member of First Baptist Church in Poolville, Texas, and lived out her...

Dennis McDaniel, Jr.

Dennis McDaniel, Jr.

Aug 6, 2025

  Dennis McDaniel, Jr., lovingly known as “Pops,” a cherished husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend, passed away on Wednesday, August 6, 2025, at the age of 69. A beloved member of the Weatherford community, Dennis was known for his generous spirit, warm smile, and the love he poured into everyone he met.

  Born on September 28, 1955, in Jasper,...

Brenda Sue Baldwin

Brenda Sue Baldwin

Aug 5, 2025

 Brenda Sue Baldwin, age 72, passed from this life on Tuesday, August 5, 2025, surrounded by her loved ones.

 Brenda was born on April 18, 1953, in Weatherford, Texas, to Travis and Marie (Blackerby) Strickland. She built a career as a medical transcriptionist and was deeply involved in her church community. Over the years, she served faithfully at Greenwood Baptist Church,...

Anthony Don Robinson

Anthony Don Robinson

Aug 4, 2025

  Anthony Don Robinson, age 58, passed from this life on Monday, August 4, 2025. He was born on August 12, 1966, in Azle, Texas, to Billy Robinson and Fonda Swaggerty.

  Anthony was a man of strong work ethic and skilled hands, building a lifelong career in construction as a respected contractor. Rooted in the Baptist faith, he carried with...

Johnny Ray Shires

Johnny Ray Shires

Aug 2, 2025

  Johnny Ray Shires, 58, passed away from this life on Saturday, August 2, 2025.

  Born on November 2, 1966, in Weatherford, Texas, Johnny was the son of John Shires and Gail (Elders) Shires. He worked in the family business, John's Greenhouses, where he took pride in continuing a legacy of hard work and dedication. A member of First Baptist...

Ned Frank Loomis, Jr.

Ned Frank Loomis, Jr.

Aug 2, 2025

  Ned Frank Loomis, Jr., 81, passed away Saturday, August 2, 2025. Ned was born to Greta Fay Hoglan Loomis and Ned Frank Loomis, Sr., in Houston, Texas, on October 28, 1943. He was raised in Weatherford, Texas from the age of three, along with his two sisters, Doris and Janetta.

  Ned was an incredibly talented mechanic, gifted carpenter, and...

Joseph "Mike" Michael Beard

Joseph "Mike" Michael Beard

Aug 1, 2025

  Joseph Michael Beard peacefully departed this world on August 1, 2025, at the age of 81. He was the cherished son of James William Beard Jr. and Marguerite Tucker Beard, born on April 25, 1944. Joseph, fondly known as Mike, dedicated his professional life to banking, initially as a banker before transitioning to a respected role as a bank...

Cody John Zimmerman

Cody John Zimmerman

Jul 30, 2025

  Cody John Zimmerman, age 30, passed from this life on Wednesday, July 30, 2025. 

  Born on September 6, 1994, to Scott and Kimberly Zimmerman, Cody grew up with a strong sense of patriotism and pride in his country. As a young man, he participated in ROTC during high school, where he enjoyed the structure and leadership development the program...

Joyce Burel Ellis

Joyce Burel Ellis

Jul 30, 2025

  It is with deep sadness that we announce the death of Joyce Burel Ellis. She passed from this world on July 30, 2025, but her legacy of love and family will live on. She shared her passion for reading and learning with everyone she met, opening worlds and universes to fuel the imagination.

  Joyce was a devoted wife and...

Richard Gloyd "Rick" Stanley

Richard Gloyd "Rick" Stanley

Jul 29, 2025

  Richard Gloyd "Rick" Stanley, age 72, passed peacefully from this life on Tuesday, July 29, 2025. 

  Rick was born on February 25, 1953, in Midland, Texas, to Richard T. Stanley and Gretchen (Horton) Stanley. He graduated from Weatherford College with an Associate Degree in Applied Science and went on to build a career in customer service and retail. A...

Mark Richard Baker

Mark Richard Baker

Jul 29, 2025

  Mark Richard Baker, age 62, passed peacefully from this life on Tuesday, July 29, 2025. He was born on March 9, 1963, in Corpus Christi, Texas, to Steve and Anne (Woods) Baker.  Mark dedicated over 20 years of service to the City of Arlington before continuing his commitment to public service with the Palo Pinto County Sheriff's Office. In...

Lois Hardin

Lois Hardin

Jul 29, 2025

 Myrtle Lois Jones Hardin, age 90, of Aledo, Texas, passed away Tuesday, July 29, 2025 in Weatherford, Texas. Born to Ruby Myrtle Richardson Jones and Leslie Jones, May 25, 1935, Lois grew up on a farm in Brock, Texas and was a graduate of Brock High School in 1953. She attended Weatherford College, North Texas University, and Texas Wesleyan College....

Warren Hendrix Looney

Warren Hendrix Looney

Jul 26, 2025

  Warren Hendrix Looney, 82, departed this life on Saturday, July 26, 2025. He was born on May 8, 1943, in Collierville, Tennessee, to Robert and Millie Looney.

  Warren proudly served his country in the United States Army. He will be remembered for his love of fishing, his lifelong career working on cars, and most of all, for his deep...

Emilie Gonzales

Emilie Gonzales

Jul 25, 2025

 Emilie Gonzales, age 89, passed peacefully from this life on Friday, July 25, 2025. She was born on February 20, 1936, in Santa Rosa, Texas, to Merced Salas and Petra Hinojosa. Emilie married the love of her life, Hilario Juan Gonzales, and together they shared many wonderful years until his passing in 2004. She was also preceded in death by...

Billie Darylene Massey

Billie Darylene Massey

Jul 23, 2025

  Billie Darylene Massey (Billie to friends and co-workers and Darylene to family) left this world Wednesday, July 23, 2025 after a short battle with Leukemia. She left behind her beloved children, Sharold Prather; Harold Prather and spouse Jerri; John “Jay” Taylor and spouse Amy; step-daughter Angela Elder; her 4-legged son (and many would say favorite son) Rascal; several grandchildren...

Truman A. Hornsby, Jr.

Truman A. Hornsby, Jr.

Jul 22, 2025

  It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Truman A. Hornsby, Jr., who departed this life on Tuesday, July 22, 2025, at the age of 82. 

  Let us honor and celebrate his memory as he is laid to rest in a private burial at Downing Cemetery in DeLeon, Texas.

Arrangements have been entrusted to Galbreaith Pickard Funeral...

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