Obituary Notices and Memorial Services
Galbreaith Pickard Funeral Chapel
Remembering Loved Ones in Parker County and Surrounding Areas
Donna Jane Willingham
Feb 8, 2014
Donna Jane Roberts Willingham passed away at home Saturday, February 8, 2014 surrounded by her loving family. Born September 15, 1963 in Lubbock Texas to Ronald and Jane Roberts; one of seven children, Donna was the first born daughter and grew up in a loving home. A licensed hairdresser, Donna later indulged her passion for photography and was photographer and...
Gerald Dean Anderson
Feb 4, 2014
Gerald Anderson passed away Tuesday, February 04, 2014, at a local care facility. Gerald was born September 12, 1932, in Perryton, (Ochiltree County} Texas, to William Lee and Mary Delia Tarr Anderson. Mr. Anderson taught school in the Weatherford ISD for 32 years and was a member of the South Main Church of Christ. Gerald moved to Weatherford in...
Bill C. Prichard
Feb 3, 2014
Bill C. Prichard, 76, a longtime Parker County resident, died early Tuesday morning following a lengthy illness. He was born July 18, 1937. Bill grew up in Harmony community and was the son of Verdie and Clara Prichard, who preceded him in death. He attended Weatherford schools and Weatherford College. He received a Bachelor of Arts degree from the University...
Charles Henry Bunge'
Feb 2, 2014
Charles Henry Bunge’, 79, lost his battle with coronary heart disease Sunday, Feb 2, 2014. Charles was born April 23, 1934 in Topeka, Kansas, moved to Oklahoma and was a graduate of Capitol Hill High School, class of ‘52. He married ‘53 Capitol Hill graduate, Naomi “Louise” Stoops, in January 1955. They were married 59 years. Most of these years...
David Bryan Harwell, Sr.
Feb 1, 2014
David Bryan Harwell Sr. died Saturday, February 1st, at the age of 91. Bryan was living in Weatherford, Texas at the time of his death. A World War II veteran of the U.S. Army, Bryan earned the Purple Heart for a wound received in his arm on the battlefield during the liberation of France. Although he was partially disabled the...
Phillip Buddy Duane Heath
Feb 1, 2014
Phillip Duane Heath passed away Saturday, February 1, 2014 at home. "Buddy" was born June 21, 1957 in Fort Worth Texas to John and Vicki Heath. One of four children, Buddy spent most of his life erecting billboards for the advertising industry. He married Gayle Broom and together they blended their three children into one family and added two more....
Glen Dale Toles Sr.
Jan 31, 2014
Glen went to be with his Lord and Savior on January 31, 2014. He was born in Lamesa Texas on September 29, 1938 to Thomas C. & Annie V. Toles. After graduating from Lamesa High School in 1957, Glen joined the Lamesa Police Department. He married Darlene Menzer on October 2, 1964. In 1966, he applied and was accepted to...
Sylvia Gwen Phelan
Jan 30, 2014
Sylvia Phelan, age 87, of Weatherford, died Thursday evening, January 30, 2014 in a local nursing home. Born November 22, 1926 in Aledo, a resident of Parker County for many years. She was a homemaker, custodian at Sam Houston Elementary School and member of the Harmony Baptist Church. Sylvia was preceded in death by her husband, Earl M. Phelan, daughter,...
Randy Darrell Plyler, Sr.
Jan 30, 2014
Randy Darrell Plyler, Sr. passed away Thursday January 30, 2014 in Weatherford Texas. Randy was born in Sims, Arkansas to William “Doc” and Ina Marie Plyler. An avid hot rod enthusiast, Randy was a member of the Mustang Club of Texas. In 1969 Randy married his bride of 39 years, Vickie. Together they made their home in Weatherford and raised...
Daniel Danny Heiliger
Jan 29, 2014
Daniel “Danny” D. Heiliger, 70, went home to be with the Lord Wednesday morning, January 29, 2014. Danny was born December 23, 1943, to William “Bill” and Nellie Heiliger, in Hinton, OK. He married his high school sweetheart, Joy McCallister, in Fort Worth in June 1963. Born to this blessed union were a son, David Daniel and a daughter, Wendy...
Rayleen Smyrl
Jan 26, 2014
Mildred "Rayleen" Wiggins Smyrl, age 82 of Weatherford, passed away on Sunday morning, January 26, 2014 at Holland Lake Nursing Center. Rayleen was born September 14, 1931, in Fort Worth. In addition to being a wonderful mother, wife and grandmother, she was a life long member of the Methodist Church. She attended Millsap schools and was a retired nurse for...
Nancy Ann Gandee
Jan 26, 2014
Nancy Ann Gandee, age 78, of Weatherford, died Sunday night, January 26, 2014, in Waco. She was born December 15, 1935, in Hermleigh, Texas, a resident of Weatherford for many years. She was a homemaker, had a passion for writing poetry and loved music and singing.
Nancy was preceded in death by her husband, Bobby F. Gandee; son,...
Linda A. Thornton
Jan 23, 2014
Linda A. King Thornton, age 54, of Weatherford, passed away Thursday, January 23, 2014. Linda was born March 19, 1959 in Fort Worth, Texas. She was a landscaper for Skinners Nursery. Linda was known for her life size scare crows and fancy birdhouses she made for the Farmers Market in Weatherford. Linda is preceded in death by Nicole’s father; Mark...
Terry Edward Mehan
Jan 23, 2014
Terry Edward Mehan passed away Thursday, January 23, 2014, with his loving family beside him. Born February 27, 1942, in Fullerton, California, to Ned and Martha Mehan; Terry was one of four children.
Terry joined the Air Force and traveled as he served our country. He lived many places Colorado, Montana, California but when he and Joyce moved...
Linda Kay Hawpe
Jan 23, 2014
Linda Kay Hawpe, surrounded by her loving family, passed away Thursday January 23, 2014. Born December 13, 1951 in Weatherford to James and Wynelle Hawpe; Linda was the middle child of three girls. A bingo player and hard worker, Linda spent most of her working life helping people as a salesclerk in retail. Linda leaves behind her son Jeff Snell...
Brayden Augusta Grimes
Jan 22, 2014
Brayden Augusta Grimes, son of Randy and Niki Grimes, born January 11, 2014, passed away peacefully in the arms of his loving parents on Wednesday, January 22, 2014. His life, although short, touched many hearts. He is and will always be loved by many.
A memorial service will be held on Saturday, January 25, 2014, at Southside Baptist Church,...
Johnny Lynn Neff
Jan 22, 2014
Johnny Lynn Neff entered the Gates of Glory on Wednesday, Jan. 22, 2014. Johnny was born on Aug 26, 1953 in Crosbyton, TX. He was a very loving and devoted husband, father, brother and friend. He will be dearly missed. Johnny was preceded in death by his parents, Nonda and Noble Neff. Friends and family, when asked, describe Johnny with...
Marianne Loretta Damron
Jan 20, 2014
Marianne Damron was born in Matador, Texas, to Dood and Ethel Damron. A licensed beautician, Marianne spent most of her life in management working for Merle Norman Cosmetics and in jewelry retail before retiring. Marianne raised four sons and was a Christian woman. She leaves behind her four boys: David Martin and his wife, Judy, Tim Barker, Troy Barker,...
Melvin Carl McBride
Jan 19, 2014
Melvin Carl McBride, 79, of Weatherford passed away January 19, 2014 at home following a lengthy illness.Carl was born February 25, 1934 to Jesse and Estelle McBride in Decatur Texas. After growing up and working on his family's farm in Paradise, he joined and served in the United States Navy. He worked in and retired from the oilfield and had...
Karen Ann Sones
Jan 19, 2014
Karen Ann Sones, 53, of Weatherford, passed away January 19, 2014. Karen was born November 25, 1960 in Dallas to Billy Joe and Lee Driggers. Mrs. Sones was in banking. She was a member of Highland Oaks Church of Christ in Dallas. Karen is preceded in death by her husband, Charly Sones and her father, Bill Driggers. Survivors include her...