Local obituaries for Gainesville, TX.

Dec 18, 2024

Richard Lee Crombie, 76, of Gainesville, Texas passed away December 18, 2024 at North Texas Medical Center Gainesville , Texas . He was born on March 1, 1948 in Nocona, Texas to Hal Robert Crombie and Elizabeth "Betty" (Cash) Lindsey.

Richard graduated from Wichita Falls High School in 1967, then went on to marry the love of...

Dec 18, 2024

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Glenn Edwin Garrett, 94, of Gainesville, Texas, was called home to be with the Lord on Wednesday, December 18, 2024.

Glenn was born on October 7, 1930 to John and Daisy Belle (McFarland) Garrett in Slidell, Texas. He attended Gainesville Independent Schools. Glenn...

Dec 18, 2024

Frank J. Krebs, Jr. was born in Tishomingo Oklahoma on April 23, 1934 to Frank and Regina (Metzler) Krebs Sr.  After Lake Texoma was built, the family had to move and settled on a farm south of Gainesville.  Frank attended St Mary’s school and was a member of the last class to graduate high school from there.  While in...

Dec 17, 2024

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Anthony “Tony” Amoroso, 71, of Whitesboro, TX, passed away December 17, 2024 in Whitesboro.

Tony was born January 22, 1953 in Gainesville, TX.  He married Joanie Cooper on May 22, 2004 in Whitesboro.  Tony was gruff and didn’t show a lot of emotions,...

Dec 14, 2024

Jimmie “Lois” Singleton, 86, of Gainesville, passed away peacefully in her sleep on December 14, 2024.

Lois was born in Gainesville on January 27, 1938 to James and Nellie Dennis.  She was a graduate of Gainesville High School and spent many years as a housewife and raising her three children.  She was an active member of the...

Dec 8, 2024

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Patsy (Smith) “Pat” Beck, 87, of Gainesville, TX, passed away December 8, 2024 in Denton, TX.

Pat was born May 24, 1937 in Telephone, TX.  She was married to Adam Murphree from 1954 until his passing in 1974.  Pat was then married to...

Dec 5, 2024

Jequita “Jacki” (Gillum) Holmes ended her earthly journey on December 5th, 2024. She was born September 23, 1959 in Topeka, KS and raised in Weatherford, TX. She enjoyed raising chickens and working with her dad in his body shop. She became a long-haul truck driver at a very early age and enjoyed the open road.

Although Jacki...

Dec 3, 2024

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Charles Thomas Draper was welcomed into the arms of his Savior on December 3rd, 2024, in Gainesville, Texas, at the age of 85. He was born on April 6th, 1939, in Memphis, Texas, to Marjorie and Tom Draper.

Charles graduated from Amarillo High...

Dec 1, 2024

Winston Jay Reed, 88, of Gainesville, Texas, passed away at his home December 1, 2024.

He was born on September 12,1936 to Cash Rankin Reed and Winnie Julia (Williams) Reed in Nocona, Texas. Winston graduated from Prairie Valley High School.

Winston married Patsy Lou Lemons on September 26, 1957.

A good portion of...

Nov 29, 2024

A memorial funeral Mass for Catherine Biffle, 67, of Denton, is set for 10:00 a.m. Thursday, Dec. 12, 2024 at St. Peter’s Catholic Church in Lindsay, TX with Fr. John Martin Officiating.   Rosary will be held at 9:30 a.m. prior to the funeral.

A private burial will happen later.

Cathy was born July 4, 1957,...

Nov 27, 2024

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Bonnie Jean (Bowman) Smith, age 80, of Valley View, TX, beloved mother, sister, friend, and passionate equestrian, passed away peacefully on November 27, 2024 in Gainesville, TX.

Born December 19, 1943 in Washington, DC, Bonnie's early years were marked by a unique and...

Nov 25, 2024

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Daniel Rector Malaise, age 70, of Lubbock, TX, passed away November 25, 2024 in Lubbock, Texas.

Born in Odessa, TX on November 28, 1953, Dan was a remarkable young man with special needs.  When he was very young in the 1950’s, the doctors...

Nov 23, 2024

Steven Michael Salaz, 75, of Callisburg, passed away November 23, 2024 in Gainesville.

Steven was born January 5, 1949 in Torrington, WY and graduated high school in Cheyenne, WY.  Mr. Salaz served in the U.S. Navy during the Vietnam War.  He was a member of the Knights of Columbus.  Mr. Salaz enjoyed competing in chili cook-offs, loved...

Nov 19, 2024

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Glenn Alan Mauldin, age 70, of Gainesville, TX, passed away November 19, 2024, in Denton, TX.

Glenn was born on July 15, 1954 to William (Bill) Howard Mauldin and Ruby Jewel Morgan in Gainesville, Texas. Glenn was the only child to be born...

Nov 14, 2024

Early on the morning of Nov. 14, 2024, Ralph Bullard of Gainesville walked out of the valley of the shadow of death and into the arms of his Lord and Savior. He was 86 years old.

A fifth-generation local resident, Ralph was born June 10, 1938, on the family farm in eastern Cooke County. His parents, Cecil...

Nov 14, 2024

James Michael Briggs (Jimmy), 70, of The Colony, Texas passed away November 14, 2024 at Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital in Denton, Texas. He was born on April 11, 1954 in Gainesville, Texas to Tommy and Imogene (Burrow) Briggs Sr.

Jimmy graduated from Gainesville High School in 1972, from owning a small business in Gainesville, he decided to...

Nov 11, 2024

Rickey Lane Leonard, better known as Pop, age 69, was born on January 28, 1955, and lived the best “Dash” until his passing on November 11, 2024.

Rickey's significant achievements were his beloved wife, two daughters, four grandchildren, two sons-in laws, and all those he cherished. His love was immense, and he offered the warmest embraces. Known...

Nov 10, 2024

Shane Ford (52) born July 6, 1972, a resident of Gainesville, Texas, passed away on November 10, 2024, at North Texas Medical Center. Born in Jonesboro, Arkansas, Shane relocated to Gainesville and became a part of the community he called home for many years. He was the beloved son of Janis Ashlock and Lawrence Ford.

Shane's life...

Nov 9, 2024

Jerry L. Henderson passed away November 9, 2024 at his ranch in Thackerville, OK.  Jerry was born on January 13, 1947 in Gainesville, TX to LeRoy T. and Marjorie Sweet Henderson.  He attended and graduated from Gainesville High School.  He enlisted in the US Navy in January 1966.  He served aboard the USS Mansfield and Patrol Craft Fast -97...

Nov 2, 2024

David Perry, 61, of Gainesville, Texas Passed away November 2, 2024.  Services are scheduled at Geo. J. Carroll & Son Funeral Home on Thursday, November 14, 2024.  Visitation will begin at 7:30 AM, the funeral will begin at 8:00 AM and interment will follow in the DFW National Cemetery at 10:15 AM.

David was born December 6,...