Obituary Notices and Memorial Services
Galbreaith Pickard Funeral Chapel
Remembering Loved Ones in Parker County and Surrounding Areas
Barbara Louise (Nixon) Landry
May 8, 2024
Barbara Louise (Nixon) Landry gracefully departed from this world on Wednesday, May 8, 2024, at the age of 68. She was born on August 14, 1955, in Harlingen, Texas, to her parents, the late Lester Nixon and Pauline (Elmore) Nixon. Barbara was also preceded in death by her brother, Darrell, and sister, Sherry; as well as her daughter, June Landry,...
Pamela S. Traywick
May 7, 2024
Pamela Sue Traywick, age 57, departed this world on Tuesday, May 7, 2024. She was born on October 14, 1966, in Weatherford, Texas, to her loving parents, Billie Stults and Beverly Sue Williams. In addition to her mother, she was preceded in death by her twin sons, Ronnie and Cody Johnson; brother, Ronnie Williams; half-brother, Billy Ray Stults; and...
Billie Jean Pell
May 7, 2024
Billie Jean Pell, a cherished mother, grandmother, and sister, passed from this life on Tuesday, May 7, 2024, at age 72. One of nine children, Billie was born at home in Poolville, Texas, to the late Ed Poulter and Pearlie Blackmon, on November 2, 1951. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by two siblings, Maxine Casey...
Margaret Hayes-French
May 6, 2024
Margaret Hayes - French died peacefully after a brief illness with her family at her side. Margaret was the mother of eight children that she had while married to Junior Hayes. Tragically, she was predeceased by her sons, Dwight Hayes and Marion Hayes, and her eldest daughter, Pama Dunavin.
Margaret is survived by her sons, Marvin and Henry Hayes,...
MSGT John A. Ginn, Sr.
May 5, 2024
MSGT John Arthur Ginn, Sr., age 73, passed from this life on Sunday, May 5, 2024. John was born March 11, 1951, to Thomas and Marion (Thorp) Ginn, in Tucson, Arizona, beginning a remarkable journey. He proudly served his country in the United States Army for two years, and then enlisted in the United States Air Force, where he...
Phyllis Ann "Pat" McDonald
May 5, 2024
Phyllis Ann "Pat" Turnbough McDonald, aged 80, passed away peacefully following a long illness on Sunday, May 5, in Weatherford, Texas. She was born in Kingsville, Texas, on March 27, 1944, to Felix and Bess Turnbough. She was a graduate of Aransas Pass High School. She married Will McDonald at the Goliad Church of Christ on July 24, 1964....
Thea Lynn Hardcastle
May 4, 2024
Thea Lynn Hardcastle (Hassell), 69, of Weatherford, Texas, passed away on May 4, 2024. She was born on January 28, 1955, in Seminole, Texas.
Thea was a dedicated mother, grandmother, wife, daughter, sister, and friend. An excellent homemaker, caregiver, and baker, she touched the lives of many with her kindness and warmth.
She is survived by her mother, Mary...
Kenneth Richard Spirko, Sr.
May 1, 2024
Kenneth Richard Spirko, Sr., age 75, passed away on Wednesday, May 1, 2024. He was born on February 11, 1949, in North Charleroi, Pennsylvania, to the late Nicholas Spirko and Ethel (Eory) Spirko. Raised in the Catholic faith, Kenneth proudly served his country in the United States Navy as a Vietnam veteran. On April 1st, he was honorably discharged...
Jared Brandon Chasteen
Apr 29, 2024
Jared Brandon Chasteen was born March 22, 1978, to Rhonda Goodman and Vince Chasteen. From his earliest days, Jared was a born entrepreneur, could sell, negotiate, and turn a profit, so it’s no surprise that he continued his business studies at Texas Tech University. In his sophomore year of college, he met Adeana Jones and would not let her...
Steve Vincent
Apr 27, 2024
Steve “Papaw” Vincent passed away on Saturday, April 27, 2024, at the age of 71. He was born on December 21, 1952, in Weatherford, Texas. Steve was a cherished husband and loving father who dedicated 30 years of his life to the road construction industry. He retired as a Vice President at Austin Bridge and Road.
He was a...
Wayne Elden Fisher
Apr 26, 2024
On Friday, April 26, 2024, we bid farewell to a remarkable soul as Wayne Elden Fisher passed away at the age of 88. Born on April 28, 1935, in Britton, South Dakota, to Marion and Ruby Fisher, Wayne's upbringing was humble yet filled with the values of hard work and integrity instilled by his farmer parents. One of ten...
Rose Elizabeth Hamilton
Apr 21, 2024
Rose Elizabeth Hamilton, beloved mother and grandmother, died on April 21, 2024, of natural causes. She was living with her daughter and son-in-law, Ann DiDomenico and Stephen DiDomenico in Godley, Texas. Rose was formerly a long-time resident of the town of Wakefield, Massachusetts and grew up in Malden, Massachusetts.
Rose was born July 15, 1932, and was preceded in...
Carolyn Marie Lake
Apr 20, 2024
Carolyn Marie Lake, affectionately known as Nene or Nanny, passed away on April 20, 2024, at the age of 62 in Fort Worth, Texas. She was born on October 3, 1961, in McKinney, Texas. Carolyn was the beloved mother and grandmother, the backbone of her family. In her free time, she enjoyed having family over to visit, knitting, sewing,...
Garry Alva Thomas
Apr 20, 2024
Garry Alva Thomas, 82, passed away April 20, 2024, in Weatherford, Texas.
Visitation will be held at Galbreath Pickard Funeral Chapel at 6:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m., on Friday, April 26th, in Weatherford, Texas. A graveside service will be held at Oaklawn Memorial Park at 2:30 p.m., on Saturday, April 27th, in Athens, Texas.
He was born in Paris,...
Raymond Austin Shannon
Apr 20, 2024
Raymond Austin Shannon, age 57, went to be with the Lord on Saturday, April 20, 2024. Born on September 14, 1966, in Redding, California, to Billie Shannon and Rose (Kinkade) Shannon, Raymond's presence illuminated the lives of those around him. He shared his musical gift as a bass player in the band Cynical Sam and displayed his artistic talents...
Stephen F. Brenning
Apr 19, 2024
Stephen F. Brenning, 82, passed away peacefully at home and joined his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on April 19, 2024, in Weatherford, Texas.
Steve was born in Clinton, Illinois, in 1941. He grew up in Arlington, Texas, graduating from Arlington High School. He was president of his Freshman class and a star athlete in football, track, and baseball....
Patricia Ann Waller
Apr 18, 2024
On Friday, April 19, 2024, Patricia Ann Waller peacefully passed away at the age of 83. She was born on January 14, 1941, to Lloyd Dorsett and Margaret (Lucher) Dorsett. Patricia dedicated many years of her life to the healthcare industry, and her children and family.
In addition to her professional career, she found joy in sewing, doing word...
Curtiss Nelson Ryan
Apr 17, 2024
Curtiss Nelson Ryan, Dad, Grandad, Great Grandad was born January 30th, 1932, to Barney Lee and Pearl Hester (Asberry) Ryan, in Barnhart, Texas. He was born 3rd of four children - older sisters, Hester and Lois, and younger brother, Kenneth Perry, who died as an infant. As a child, he lived in West Texas including Barnhart, Crane, Mertzon, and...
Charles Wyler
Apr 16, 2024
Charles Wyler, 60, departed from this life on Tuesday, April 16, 2024. A service to honor his memory will be conducted at a later date.
Captain Kenneth (Ken) A. Gibbins, Jr.
Apr 16, 2024
Captain Kenneth (Ken) A. Gibbins, Jr., 79, passed away peacefully on April 16, 2024, at his home in Weatherford, Texas, after a hard-fought battle with leukemia. Ken was born in Noumea, New Caledonia, on June 25, 1944. He married Melinda Ames in January 1982.
Ken grew up in Mineral Wells and graduated from Mineral Wells High School. He...