Viola Garvin Hampton

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Viola will be remembered for her steadfast faith, her compassionate spirit, her selfless service to others, and her deep love for her family.

  Viola Garvin Hampton, devoted servant of the Lord Jesus Christ, passed from this life on Saturday, October 24, 2026, at age 86. Viola was born on March 19, 1940, in Rotan, Texas, to Ernest Garvin and Willie Bell (Gilreath) Garvin. She fiercely loved her family and faithfully raised three children as a single parent, demonstrating strength, determination, and unwavering devotion.

  Throughout her life, Viola touched countless lives through her kindness, compassion, and willingness to serve others. She truly had a heart of gold. After graduating from Campbell Hospital Vocational School of Nursing in May 1960, she dedicated 45 years to nursing in Parker County. She faithfully served her patients and community, including 17 years working alongside Dr. James Newton from 1988 to 2005.

  Viola was deeply passionate about international Christian missions. She faithfully prayed for missionaries and generously supported mission work around the world throughout her life. Her commitment to sharing the love of Christ extended far beyond her local community.

  A faithful church member, Viola actively supported Women on Missions and encouraged others to give generously to the Lottie Moon Christmas Offering and the Annie Armstrong Easter Offering. Her dedication to God's work and her servant's heart left a lasting impact on all who knew her.

  Viola will be remembered for her steadfast faith, her compassionate spirit, her selfless service to others, and her deep love for her family. Her legacy of faith and generosity will continue to inspire those whose lives she touched.

"Well done, good and faithful servant." Matthew 25:23

  Viola is survived by her children, Donnie Hampton and wife, Melissia of Weatherford, Texas, Dana Foster and husband, Paul of Comanche, Texas, Doug Hampton and wife, Dorothy of Bridgeport, Texas; grandchildren, Jennifer Hampton, Xander Hampton, Zachary Foster and wife Reagan, Belle Hampton, Zara Hampton, Julianna Dowling, and Chessney Dowling; two great grandchildren; siblings, Homer Garvin of Weatherford, Fred Garvin and wife, Carol Ann of Arkansas, Jack Garvin and wife, Vickie of Weatherford, Mary Collins of Washington state, and Linda Kucera and husband, Roger of Oregon; and numerous nieces and nephews. 

  A time of visitation for family and friends is set for 9:00 a.m., on Saturday, December 12, 2026, one hour prior to the memorial service that begins at 10:00 a.m., both at Galbreaith Pickard Funeral Chapel, 913 North Elm Street, Weatherford, Texas 76086. 

  In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Samaritan's Purse, P.O. Box 3000, Boone, North Carolina 28607-3000.

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We extend our heartfelt condolences to the family during this difficult time.

The Staff of Galbreaith Pickard Funeral Chapel & Cremation Services

www.galbreaithpickard.com