Obituary Notices and Memorial Services
Galbreaith Pickard Funeral Chapel
Remembering Loved Ones in Parker County and Surrounding Areas
William J. Kelly, Jr.
Nov 29, 2024
William (Bill) J. Kelly, Jr., age 104, passed away the afternoon of November 29, 2024, at his home in Weatherford, Texas. He was born September 12, 1920, in Elizabeth, Pennsylvania, to William J. Sr. and Josephine (Bell) Kelly. He was the oldest of five children.
Bill attended the University of Notre Dame for one year before marrying the love...
Sandra L. Prather
Nov 27, 2024
Sandra L. Prather, age 77, beloved wife, mother, and grandmother, entered the gates of heaven on Wednesday, November 27, 2024. Born in Fort Worth, Texas, on August 6, 1947 to parents, E.J. Collings and Pauline (Beck) Collings, Sandra will forever be celebrated for her radiant spirit and warm heart.
Sandra was a dedicated homemaker first and foremost. She treasured her...
Brigham "Dell" Young
Nov 24, 2024
Brigham "Dell" Young of Weatherford, Texas, was promoted to heaven on Sunday, November 24, 2024.
Dell was born in a house on Samuels Avenue in Fort Worth, Texas, on December 17, 1939, to Edmund and Pauline Young. He grew up in Fort Worth and attended Carter Riverside High School.
After high school, Dell enlisted in the United States Navy...
Candace Lucinne Presley
Nov 23, 2024
Candace Lucinne Presley, 38, of Bee Cave, Texas, passed away on Saturday, November 23, 2024. Born on February 17, 1986, in Boise, Idaho, to Edwin E. “Skip” Presley and Bambie (Byrom) Goodwin, Candace lived a life full of love, laughter, and devotion to her family.
Candace built her career in the service industry, where her vibrant personality and kind...
David Lewis Breuer, Jr.
Nov 23, 2024
David Lewis Breuer, Jr., age 75, of Wichita Falls, Texas, passed away peacefully on Saturday, November 23, 2024. Born on August 17, 1949, in Wichita Falls, Texas, to David Breuer and Doris (Hooper) Breuer, David lived a life marked by dedication and love.
Following his graduation from high school, David proudly served his country in the United States Navy....
Janice Gwendolyn Smith
Nov 20, 2024
Janice Gwendolyn Smith, age 81, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, November 20, 2024. She was born on December 2, 1942, in Lampasas, Texas, to Melvin E. and Tallulah (Quarles) Smith.
Throughout her life, Janice had a successful career in the industrial food industry, retiring from Pangburn’s Candy Factory and Mrs. Baird’s.
A devoted Christian, she found great joy in...
Inessa and Zacchaeus Williams
Nov 20, 2024
Inessa (girl) and Zacchaeus (boy) Williams, were born on November 20, 2024, in Fort Worth, Texas. Their journey in this world was brief but filled with love. They departed this life on the very same day, leaving behind a profound sense of loss among those who cherished them.
They were preceded in death by their great great grandmother, Mary...
James 'Jim' Henry Murray
Nov 19, 2024
James ‘Jim’ Henry Murray was born on January 17, 1941, in De Beque, Colorado, to Nelson Ivan Murray and Luella Eunice (Meineke) Murray. Jim was well known for his devotion and generosity to the Lord, his family, and community, as a teacher, photographer, and as a wood craftsman creating beautiful wood goods and furniture in his woodshop.
Jim’s childhood...
Marion D. Goff
Nov 18, 2024
Marion D. Goff, 81, of Weatherford, Texas, entered his heavenly home on Monday, November 18, 2024. Born January 2, 1943, in Odessa, Texas, to Amos W. and Thelma (Duncan) Goff, Marion was a man of unwavering faith and a devoted family man.
In 1972, Marion married Angela Sanders, and together they shared 52 wonderful years, creating a life filled...
Don B. Swor
Nov 18, 2024
Don B. Swor, age 82, passed peacefully from this life on Monday, November 18, 2024.
Don was born on February 16, 1942, in Dallas, Texas, to Oliver Willoughby Swor and Naomi Swor Vesper. After graduating from high school, Don answered the call to serve his country by enlisting in the United States Air Force in July 1961.
During his...
Robert (Bob) W. DeBlois
Nov 15, 2024
Robert (Bob) W. DeBlois, 88, of Willow Park, Texas, died November 15, 2024. Bob was born in Pine Township, Indiana County, Pennsylvania, on January 16, 1936, to Wilfred and Anna (Mikulsia) DeBlois. He was raised in Londonderry, New Hampshire, and attended the Pinkerton Academy.
Bob enlisted in the United States Air Force on July 10, 1957, and retired from...
Kathleen "Kathy" Ann Thompson
Nov 14, 2024
Kathleen “Kathy” Ann Thompson, age 80, gracefully passed from this life on Thursday, November 14, 2024. Kathy was born on March 28, 1944, in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, to Vincent Caufield and Marylou (Krauel) Caufield. Over the years, her childhood name was “Kit,” then she became Mom, Grandma, and finally Mama T.
Kathy was a beacon of kindness and sweetness, the...
Jimmy Watson
Nov 14, 2024
Jimmy Watson, age 84, a devoted husband, dad, and granddad, passed away peacefully on Thursday, November 14, 2024. Born on April 1, 1940, in Mineral Wells, Texas, to James C. Watson and Goldie Rue (Busby) Watson, Jimmy grew up with strong family values that he carried throughout his life. He graduated from Odessa High School and later married the...
Sue (Harrington) Robinson
Nov 12, 2024
Sue (Harrington) Robinson, age 89, departed from this life on Tuesday, November 12, 2024. Born February 26, 1935, in Weatherford, Texas, she was the beloved daughter of Joe Boyd Harrington and Ida (Galbreaith) Harrington.
Sue graduated from Springtown High School and then married George Burl Robinson in 1952, and together they welcomed their son, Mickey.
Sue was known for...
Melvin Drummond
Nov 12, 2024
Melvin Drummond of Shreveport, Louisiana, passed away November 12, 2024, in Weatherford, Texas.
He was born in Shreveport, Louisiana, on February 9, 1941. After graduating from Byrd High School, he continued his education at Louisiana Tech. Mel served his country in the United States Air Force. He retired after 20 plus years from Bell South. He was a member...
Virginia Catherine Soper
Nov 11, 2024
Virginia Catherine Soper, age 73, passed away peacefully on Monday, November 11, 2024. Born on May 29, 1951, in Weatherford, Texas, she was the beloved daughter of Roland H. Lee and Marjorie (Jones) Lee. Known affectionately as Catherine, she married Walter Soper, and together they built a loving family with their son, Roland. She was a devoted wife, a...
Iva Jane "Janie" Berkley Moore
Nov 11, 2024
Janie Moore, 79, passed peacefully from this life on November 11, 2024, with her family by her side. Born December 21, 1944, to J.W. and Susie Berkley, Janie was the youngest of six children and spent her entire life in Weatherford, Texas. With her deep roots and a love for her hometown, she resided across the street from the...
Curtis Jefferson, Jr.
Nov 10, 2024
On Sunday, November 10, 2024, the faithful and humble spirit of Pastor Curtis departed this world to spend eternity with his Lord and God. His caring and loving spirit was displayed to everyone he met. He is viewing the Holy City where the streets are pure gold and there is no more pain and sorrow. There are no needles,...
Sue Zacharias
Nov 9, 2024
Sue Zacharias, of Weatherford, Texas, entered eternal life at the age of 74, on November 9, 2024, in Plano, Texas. Born on August 9, 1950, in Long Branch, New Jersey, Sue dedicated her life to her family, her faith, and her community.
Sue was a devout Christian, whose faith was central to her life. She shared her faith with...
Carla Jo Greener
Nov 9, 2024
Carla Jo Greener, age 61, departed from this life on Saturday, November 9, 2024. Born on April 19, 1963, in White Settlement, Texas, to George and Glenda (Alphin) Lewis, Carla filled her life and those around her with her vibrant spirit and sense of humor.
Known for her sharp mind and her playful personality, Carla embraced the nickname "Crazy...