Obituary Notices and Memorial Services
Galbreaith Pickard Funeral Chapel
Remembering Loved Ones in Parker County and Surrounding Areas
Dr. Joe W. Kotrlik
Mar 29, 2024
Joe Wayne Kotrlik - A Life Well Lived
Joe Kotrlik, a pillar of his family and a passionate educator, passed away peacefully on March 29, 2024, at his home in Weatherford, Texas, surrounded by loved ones. He was 75 years old.
Born on May 17, 1948, in Ballinger, Texas, Joe was one of ten children raised by Edward Charles and Louise Elizabeth...
Linda Marie Zacha
Mar 27, 2024
Linda Marie Zacha, age 67, peacefully passed away on Wednesday, March 27, 2024. She was born on July 29, 1956, in South Bend, Indiana, to Harold Whiting and Betty (Mitchell) Whiting. Linda's faith was a cornerstone of her life as a devoted member of North Point Church. Her career in the retail industry spanned many years, but her true...
Hailey Elizabeth Bright
Mar 25, 2024
Hailey Elizabeth Bright, passed away unexpectedly at only 18 years old on Monday, March 25, 2024. She was born September 4, 2005, in Palm Springs, California. Hailey brought joy and love to all who knew her. She was the beloved daughter of Elizabeth Verlengia Berg.
Hailey recently graduated High School in Weatherford and attended Dallas Baptist University and Weatherford...
Charles Lawton Smith
Mar 25, 2024
Charles Lawton Smith, born on November 12, 1942, to Skeet and Margaret Smith, passed away March 25, 2024. He shared his life with his beloved wife, Eula M. McKenzie Smith, whom he married in March of 1964. Together they raised a son, Troy D. Smith of Granbury, Texas, who is married to Teresa. Charles also cherished his relationship with...
Earnest Dolphin Rains, Jr.
Mar 24, 2024
Earnest Dolphin Rains, Jr., age 82, peacefully passed away on Sunday, March 24, 2024. Born on June 5, 1941, to the late Earnest Rains, Sr. and Ruby (Walker) Rains, E.D. was a cherished member of his community. He will always be remembered with love and respect.
E.D.'s journey included graduating from Weatherford High School in 1959 and later completing...
Keith Longbotham
Mar 24, 2024
Keith Longbotham entered into the gates of heaven on March 24, 2024.
Services for Keith will be Wednesday, March 27, 2024, at 11:00 a.m., at Galbreaith Pickard Funeral Chapel, 913 Elm Street in Weatherford, Texas, with Pastor Don Cass officiating. Burial will be in Snyder Cemetery under the direction of Galbreaith Pickard.
Keith was born on January 4, 1952,...
Vickie L. Rousseau
Mar 21, 2024
On March 21, 2024, Vickie L. Rousseau passed from this life. Our thoughts are with her loved ones during this time of loss.
Daniel Valdez, Jr.
Mar 21, 2024
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Daniel Valdez, Jr., who departed this life on Thursday, March 21, 2024, at the age of 63—born on October 14, 1960, in Fredericksburg, Texas, to Daniel Rios Valdez, Sr., and Pauline R. Valdez. Daniel led a life of honor, dedication, humility, love, and joy.
Daniel was...
Pamela Jean Smith
Mar 20, 2024
Pamela Jean Smith, age 80, peacefully passed away on Wednesday, March 20, 2024. She was born on November 4, 1943, in Fort Worth, Texas, to the late William Wells and Louise Wells. Pamela dedicated her professional life to serving as a respiratory therapist at Weatherford Hospital and Medical Plaza Fort Worth until her well-deserved retirement.
A woman of faith,...
Johnny Lee Garrett
Mar 19, 2024
Johnny Lee Garrett, a devoted husband, son, father, and "PaPa", passed away on Tuesday, March 19, 2024, at the age of 63. He was born on June 27, 1960, in Odessa, Texas, to his loving parents, Carroll Garrett and Colleen Lanier. The majority of his life was spent in the Automotive Industry then for the past several years he was...
Mary Earline Scoggins
Mar 16, 2024
Mary Earline Scoggins, 92, of Weatherford, passed away peacefully on Saturday, March 16, 2024. She was born April 18, 1931, in Dallas County, Texas, to Virgil and Mattie Moore. She spent her early childhood years growing up in Fort Worth before moving to Peaster with her family. On January 29, 1949 she married the love of her life, Larry...
Leona Fideles Wade
Mar 15, 2024
Leona Fideles Romenesko Wade, age 74, departed from this life on Friday, March 15, 2024. She first opened her eyes to the world on April 18, 1949, in Havre, Montana, being welcomed by her mother, Velma Romenesko. Her formative years were on a ranch outside of Fort Benton, Montana, where she was raised.
Leona leaves behind her devoted husband...
Melinda Hall Darby
Mar 15, 2024
Melinda Hall Darby of Hurst, Texas, was born February 7, 1942, in Jennings, Louisiana, to Marguerite Marie Emerson and Elmer Dwight Hall. She left this earth on March 15, 2024. She was raised in Weatherford, Texas, by her father and paternal grandparents, Rhoda Ophelia Musgrove and Jesse Elmer Hall, Sr.
She leaves behind her husband, James Curry Darby. Their...
Carolyn Jean David
Mar 14, 2024
Carolyn Jean David, age 77, peacefully passed away on Thursday, March 14, 2024. She was born December 7, 1946, in Cleburne, Texas, to Bill Holmes and Dorothy (McKelvey) Holmes. Carolyn's upbringing took place in Cleburne where her roots were firmly established. It was during her time at Stephen F. Austin that she crossed paths with her husband, Daniel H....
Danny Ray Walker
Mar 13, 2024
It is with a heavy heart that we announce the passing of Danny Ray Walker, on March 13, 2024. He was surrounded by his family, leaving behind a legacy of love and unwavering dedication. He was 77 years old. Born on January 24, 1947, in Dallas, Texas, Danny was the beloved son of the late Jessie James Walker and...
Joshua Steven Carson
Mar 10, 2024
Josh passed away peacefully on Sunday, March 10, 2024, at the age of 39 while at home with family after a hard-fought battle against brain cancer. Josh was raised and grew up in Ventura County, California where he formed true and lasting bonds with family, friends and coworkers. Josh was a proud graduate and former football player of Thousand...
Filomena 'Fil' Fabrizio
Mar 9, 2024
Filomena ‘Fil’ (Pittarelli) Fabrizio, 93, gracefully passed away with her daughter and granddaughter by her side on Saturday, March 9, 2024. She came into this world on October 19, 1930, in Endicott, New York to her loving parents, Vincent and Mary Pittarelli. Throughout her life, Fil held her family and faith in the highest regard. Her spiritual home was Our...
Diane Marie Phillips
Mar 7, 2024
Diane Marie Phillips, age 74, peacefully passed from this life on Thursday, March 7, 2024. She was born on September 11, 1949, to Weldon King and Margie (Norton) King. Diane dedicated her career to the healthcare industry, where she exemplified excellence in customer service and compassion towards those under her care. A cherished wife, mother, and grandmother, Diane's...
Charles Lamar Donnell
Mar 6, 2024
Memorial services for Charles Lamar Donnell will be held Saturday, March 16, at 12:00 noon, at Crossroads Baptist Church, 6003 FM 1886, Azle, Texas. Charles was born on May 9, 1937, in Graham, Texas, to William E. and Kate Spann Donnell. He departed this life on March 6, 2024, at his home in Parker County. He graduated from Azle High...
Anita Newton Lane
Mar 5, 2024
Mary Anita Newton Lane, 89, of Weatherford and formerly of Stephenville, passed away on Tuesday, March 5. Anita was born on August 12, 1934, in the hospital in Coleman, Texas, the only one of the five children of Lewis and Ina Newton not to be born at home. She joined her two older brothers, JW and Ferrell, and her...