Obituary Notices and Memorial Services
Galbreaith Pickard Funeral Chapel
Remembering Loved Ones in Parker County and Surrounding Areas
Lt. Col. Gordon William Carver, USAF (Ret.)
Apr 21, 2026
Lt. Col. Gordon William Carver, USAF (Ret.), a devoted husband and father, passed away on April 21, 2026, at age 85. The details of his obituary will be shared in the coming days. A memorial service honoring Gordon’s life will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, May 6, 2026, at First Methodist Church Weatherford, 301 South Main Street,...
Jack Russell Haile
Apr 14, 2026
Jack Russell Haile peacefully passed away on Tuesday, April 14, 2026, at the age of 97, at his home surrounded by his loved ones.
Born on December 4, 1928, in Hamilton, Texas, Jack was the son of Cubby Haile and Florence (Simpson) Haile McKandless. He honorably served his country in the United States Army during the Korean Conflict, attaining...
Donna Marie Branch
Apr 12, 2026
Donna Marie Branch, 81, passed peacefully from this life on Sunday, April 12, 2026. Born on June 22, 1944, in Fort Worth, Texas, to Frank Shaw and Mildred (Prater) Shaw, Donna lived a life marked by resilience, devotion, and quiet strength.
Throughout the years, Donna wore many hats—each one reflecting her willingness to work hard and care well for those...
Joy Dell Gober
Apr 21, 2026
Joy Dell Gober, born on March 7, 1945, peacefully passed away on April 21, 2026, at age 81. The details of her obituary will be shared in the coming days.
A visitation will be held on Thursday, April 23, 2026, from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at the Galbreaith Pickard Hilltop Chapel, located at 4941 Interstate 20 Frontage Road...
Jo Nell Donohue
Apr 11, 2026
Jo Nell Donohue, age 93, passed away peacefully, leaving behind a legacy of faith, devotion, courage, and deep love for her family.
She was born in 1933 in the small East Texas town of Avery, where she spent her childhood with family and the simple joys of country life.
Though her early years were shaped by the Great Depression,...
Patricia Kay "Patti" Nicholson
Apr 19, 2026
Patricia Kay Nicholson, 73, of Hudson Oaks, Texas, passed away Sunday, April 19, 2026, surrounded by her loving family after a lengthy illness.
She was a wonderful daughter, wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend and will be deeply missed.
Survived by her husband of 51 years, Larry Nicholson; children, Zack Nicholson, Jill Nicholson, and Heather Nicholson and fiancé, Matt Kapchinske; grandchildren, Hunter...
Jordan William "Bill" Ervin
Apr 17, 2026
Jordan William “Bill” Ervin passed away at home, enveloped in the warmth and love of his family on April 17, 2026, after a three-year cancer battle. Bill was born on January 22, 1957, to J.W. Ervin, Jr. and Mary Elizabeth Ervin in Tulia, Texas. He graduated from Tulia High School in 1975 and married Criseyda Koonce on September 21,...
Patricia Lee Buckley Kelcher
Jan 13, 2026
Patricia Lee Buckley Kelcher
November 5, 1940 - January 13, 2026
Patricia Lee Buckley Kelcher, a long-time resident of Dallas, Texas, passed away on January 13, 2026, at Pratt Regional Medical Center in Pratt, Kansas. Born in Dalhart, Texas, to Louie and Euma Lee Buckley (Harrington), she was an only child. She was proud of her Texas heritage, the great-granddaughter of J....
James M. (Jim) Coats
Apr 15, 2026
James M. (Jim) Coats, age 80, peacefully passed away on Wednesday, April 15, 2026, surrounded by his loved ones. Born on September 3, 1945, in San Diego, California, to William and Ethel (Barry) Coats, Jim led a life marked by dedication, faith, and love for his family.
Jim was a skilled machinist in fabrication, serving faithfully at Goss International...
Viola Pearl Morris
Apr 10, 2026
Viola Pearl Morris, 68, of Weatherford, Texas, passed peacefully into the presence of her Lord on April 10, 2026, surrounded by the love of her family at home. Born on July 16, 1957, to J.B. Morris and Rita (Preston) Morris Stockstill, Viola lived a life marked by quiet strength, creativity, and deep devotion to those she loved.
For many years, Viola...
Paula Jean Lionberger
Apr 9, 2026
Paula Jean Lionberger, known to her grandchildren simply as Granna, passed from this world on April 9, 2026, in Weatherford, Texas, exactly as she had always lived: surrounded by love and laughter. She was 73 years old, and every single one of those years left a mark on someone who cherished her.
Born Paula Jean Pitchford on September 16,...
Lynette Thomas
Apr 8, 2026
Lynette Marion Thomas, age 87, peacefully passed away at home on Wednesday, April 8, 2026.
Born on April 7, 1939, in Hazel Crest, Illinois, to Carl and Marion (Compton) Eke, Lynette lived a rich and fulfilling life. She earned her Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of Iowa and loved cheering on the Hawkeyes. After a brief period...
Nathan Ryder Beauchamp
Apr 7, 2026
Nathan Ryder Beauchamp (Nate Dogg), age 9, passed away on Tuesday, April 7, 2026. Born on May 5, 2016, in Weatherford, Texas, Nathan was the beloved son of Stephen Beauchamp and Florence (Bowers) Beauchamp.
A student at Walnut Creek Elementary in Azle, Nathan’s boundless enthusiasm was evident in everything he did. He enjoyed playing soccer with the Azle Soccer Association and...
John Gerard Kowalak
Apr 5, 2026
John Gerard Kowalak, age 73, passed away peacefully on Sunday, April 5, 2026. Born on May 23, 1952, in Detroit, Michigan, to John Paul Kowalak and Jacqueline Gerard Kowalak, he touched many lives throughout his years.
John was a devoted member of North Side Baptist Church and worked as a butcher for local grocery stores for 30 years, where...
Billie June "BJ" Cox
Apr 4, 2026
Billie June Cox, affectionately known as BJ, departed peacefully from this life on Saturday, April 4, 2026, at the age of 89.
BJ was born on June 20, 1936, in Navasota, Texas, to Jessie Tillman Terry, Sr. and Zona Mae (Bean) Terry. After graduating from Weatherford High School, she moved to Washington, D.C., where she worked as a fingerprint technician for...
Mikael "Keith" Lewis
Apr 3, 2026
Born in Snyder, Texas, to Richard E. Lewis and Jamie M. Lewis, he was a father, husband, and veteran. He was married to LeAlva M. Lewis and a dad to Randall. He served 20 years in the U.S. Army. He was loved by many.
Survived by his son Randall, his wife Christine, along with their seven children Christopher, Karie, Cheyanne, John,...
James Edwin Tillery
Apr 3, 2026
James Edwin Tillery, 90, of Springtown, Texas, passed into the arms of Jesus on Friday, April 3, 2026, in Fort Worth, Texas.
He was born on March 5, 1936, to Noma Pearl and James Monroe Tillery in Tin Top, Texas. He worked as a gasoline hauler for Browder and Browder in his early career. Later, he became a carpet...
James Ausborn Littlepage
Apr 2, 2026
James Ausborn Littlepage, a beloved husband, father, and grandfather, passed away peacefully on Thursday, April 2, 2026, at the age of 83. Born on August 26, 1942, in Haskell, Texas, he was the son of James L. Littlepage and Bertha (Sanders) Littlepage.
James dedicated many years of service to the Sanitation Department for the City of Mineral Wells, where he took...
Dolores E. Ramirez
Apr 2, 2026
Dolores E. Ramirez, affectionately known as “Ama,” passed away peacefully on April 2, 2026, in Fort Worth, Texas, at the age of 75.
Born on December 7, 1950, Dolores lived a life marked by quiet strength, grace, and unwavering love for her family. She was the daughter of Lolo Galindo, Sr. and Juanita Galindo.
Dolores dedicated her life to...
Robert Douglas (Doug) Hudson
Apr 1, 2026
Robert Douglas (Doug) Hudson, 77, passed away on April 1, 2026, surrounded by the love and presence of his family.
Born a cowboy, Doug spent his life devoted to the things he cherished most: family, rodeo, horses, farming, and ranching. He spent his days at home working on the family farm, land that has been in the Hudson family...
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