Local obituaries for Gainesville, TX.

Aug 1, 2023

Sarah Lois Davis (Black) age 70, died of natural causes on August 1, 2023. Sarah Davis was born on December 10, 1952 to Eugene and Margaret Black, Sr. in Paris, Texas.  She is survived by her daughter Cassandra Canes, grandson Alejandro Canes, granddaughter Traeli Calhoun, great-granddaughter Aliana Canes and great-grandson Elijah Canes.

Sarah attended school in Paris,...

Jul 31, 2023

George Gibson Thomason, 77, of Gainesville, passed away July 31, 2023 in Gainesville.

George was born August 2, 1945 in San Diego, CA.  He graduated from Ponder High School and then continued his studies at the University of North Texas.  Mr. Thomason began an impactful career as a coach and educator in 1974.  He coached basketball and...

Jul 29, 2023

Grady Armon Smith, 74, of Woodbine, passed away on July 29, 2023, in Woodbine. He was born on November 22, 1948, in Gainesville. Armon married Judy Spruiell on August 17, 1973, in Iowa Park. For over 30 years, he owned and operated Smith Feed Store in Gainesville and Marietta, OK. He cherished spending time at the lake and had...

Jul 27, 2023

Tracy Lee Kirk, also lovingly known as PaPa, born March 19, 1956 in Gainesville, was taken by our Lord God Thursday July 27, 2023.

Tracy has a living legacy that are grieving this tremendous loss, while celebrating the amazing memories we all share.

Mr. Kirk will be greatly missed and reunited one day by his...

Jul 25, 2023

Thomas Richard Scott was born in Gainesville, TX on December 29, 1949 to Leonard Frank Scott & Clara Imogene Teague.  He died on July 25, 2023 at North Texas Medical Center in Gainesville, TX at the age of 73 years old.

Tommy is preceded in death by his parents, Frank & Imogene, sisters Elaine Winters & Frankie...

Jul 25, 2023

Brayden Richard Schumacher passed away on July 25, 2023.  He was born on May 19, 2008 in Gainesville to Zack and Mindy Schumacher. Brayden was a handsome, energetic, compassionate and thoughtful young man. He was a remarkable son, brother, grandson, friend, athlete, student, comedian, and encourager.

Brayden is survived by his parents Zack & Mindy Schumacher and...

Jul 25, 2023

Willie Joe Matthews, 86, of Gainesville, TX, passed away July 25, 2023 in Gainesville.

Willie Joe was born February 23, 1937 in Sherman, TX to Joseph Bailey and Bessie Mae (Houser) Matthews.  He attended the Thompsonville Schoolhouse and graduated from Sherman High School.  Willie Joe met Lorraine Sicking while attending a CYO Dance and the couple married...

Jul 25, 2023

Robert (Bobby) Wayne Hendricks, 58, passed away on July 25, 2023 in Durant, OK.  This sudden loss is shattering hearts around the world.

Bobby was born on August 14, 1964, and raised by John and Lydia Hendricks [grandparents] of Atoka, OK.  He met the love of his life, Sylvia [Lamb, of Madill, OK], at age 15, and...

Jul 24, 2023

Jeffrey “J” Short passed away July 24, 2023 in Gainesville at the age of 20.  He was born February 22, 2003 in Denton.

A come-and-go gathering will be held at the family’s home at 415 Medal of Honor Blvd., in Gainesville on Monday, July 31st from 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM, serving his favorite breakfast foods and...

Jul 24, 2023

Margie Parker Beck

Margie Lea (Parker) Beck, 97, of Gainesville, TX, passed away July 24, 2023 in Gainesville.

Margie was born July 16, 1926 in Hico, TX.  She graduated from Hico High School in 1943.  Several years later, she met her future husband, Claude Beck, in passing at the local dry cleaners.  He had just...

Jul 20, 2023

On Thursday, July 20, 2023, Wesley Murphy, loving husband, father, and poppa, passed away at the age of 64.

Wesley was born on November 05, 1958, to Jimmie (Parish) and Glenn Murphy in Gainesville, TX.  Wesley was an avid outdoorsman.  He loved anything that involved hunting, fishing, or gardening.  Later in his life, he took up making...

Jul 18, 2023

Anthony “Piglet” De’Shon Lovato, 26, of Gainesville, passed away on July 18, 2023.

Anthony was born on January 24, 1997 to Allison Rae Brown and Tollie (TL) Royal and was blessed with the love of bonus parents Jason Brandon Lovato and Anitra Diane DeJesus. The first thing anyone thinks of when thinking of Anthony is his loving,...

Jul 18, 2023

Jennifer Susan Zimmerer passed away July 18, 2023.

Jennifer was born January 22, 1968 to James A. & Dolores (Voth) Zimmerer.

Jennifer enjoyed her childhood years attending Lindsay Elementary School and St. John Catholic School in N. Richland Hills.  Upon completion of her elementary school years, she chose Nolan High School where she excelled in...

Jul 9, 2023

Nita Hill Faulkner, 85, longtime resident of Collinsville, passed away July 9, 2023 in Plano.

Nita was born September 27, 1937 in Grayson County.  She married C.E. Faulkner on March 2, 1957.  Mrs. Faulkner was an employee at Weber Aircraft for many years and helped run the family farm.

Survivors include: husband C.E. Faulkner of...

Jul 4, 2023

Liturgy of the Word will be recited for Ivan Antonio Larraga, 36, of Gainesville, at 10:00 AM Monday, July 10, 2023 at Geo. J. Carroll & Son Funeral Home with Dn. Gelacio Garcia officiating.  Burial will follow in New Resthaven Cemetery.  A visitation will be held on Sunday from 5:00 to 8:00 at the funeral home.

Mr....

Jul 4, 2023

Mary Nichols went to her eternal home with God on Tuesday, July 4, 2023.  Following a brief illness and surrounded by her three daughters and their families, she died peacefully in Gainesville, Texas.

A funeral service will be held Saturday, July 15 at 2:00 pm at Geo. J. Carroll and Son Funeral Home, Gainesville, Texas.  No visitation...

Jul 1, 2023

Funeral services for Dollye Jane Yeargan, 95, of Gainesville, are set for 11:00 AM Saturday, July 8, 2023 at Geo. J. Carroll & Son Funeral Home.  A private burial will follow in Fairview Cemetery.  A visitation will be held at the funeral home at 10:00 AM, the hour prior to the funeral.

Mrs. Yeargan passed away on...

Jun 28, 2023

Sandra Jo (McDaniel) Nichols died peacefully on June 28, 2023 in San Antonio, Texas at the age of 82.

Sandra (Sandy) was born to Rad and Anita (Hafford) McDaniel on April 17, 1941.  She graduated from Gainesville High School.   She married Joseph Y. Nichols, the love of her life, in 1960.   Joe and Sandra were married over...

Jun 27, 2023

A funeral service for Nancy Jo Williams, 85, of Gainesville, is set for 2:00 PM Saturday, July 1, 2023 at the First United Methodist Church with Rev. Adam Spore officiating.  Burial will follow in Fairview Cemetery.  A visitation will be held at Geo. J. Carroll & Son Funeral Home from 6:00 to 8:00 PM on Friday.

Survivors:  ...

Jun 25, 2023

David Joseph Bengfort, 69, of Lindsay, passed away June 25, 2023 in Gainesville.

David was born July 22, 1953 in Gainesville.  He enjoyed fishing, golfing, and was a member of St. Peter’s Catholic Church.

Mr. Bengfort was preceded in death by: parents Al and Juanita (Stevens) Bengfort; and sister and brother-in-law Christine and Gary Mozingo....