Obituaries
Local obituaries for Cleburne, Texas
Ron Billings
Jan 21, 2025
Graveside service for Ronald Elton Billings, age 75, of Rio Vista, will be held at 2:00 P.M., Saturday, January 25, 2025, in Rosehill Cemetery with Reverend Larry York officiating.
Ron passed into God’s hands on January 21, 2025, in Fort Worth. He was born in Van Nuys, California on December 30, 1949, to William Elton Billings and Lenora Catherine (Cardiff) Billings....
Brenda Petty
Jan 18, 2025
Brenda Kay Petty, known affectionately as "Everyone's favorite Aunt B," departed this world on January 18, 2025, at the age of 73. Born on April 6, 1951, in Farmington, New Mexico, her spirit was as vibrant and dynamic as the country folk songs she loved to sing.
Brenda lived a life marked by independence and tenacity. She married Kenneth Randall Petty...
Consuelo "Corpus" Perez
Jan 13, 2025
A service in memory of Consuelo "Corpus" Perez, 84, of Cleburne, will be held on Tuesday, January 21, 2025, at 9:00 A.M. in the Crosier-Pearson Cleburne Chapel, followed by burial at the Texas State Veterans Cemetery in Abilene, Texas. Visitation will take place on Monday, January 20, 2025, from 5:00 to 8:00 P.M., with a Rosary beginning at 6:30 P.M.
Consuelo...
Nelda Lee (Black) Parker
Jan 12, 2025
Graveside service for Nelda Lee Parker, 84, of El Paso, Texas, will be held at 11:00 A.M. on Saturday, February 8, 2025, in Grange Hall Cemetery, Rio Vista, Texas.
Nelda passed away peacefully on Sunday, January 12, 2025, surrounded by loved ones. She was born on August 13, 1940, in Slaton, Texas, to Herman and Vida (Guess) Black. On July 14,...
Ricky Roop
Jan 12, 2025
A memorial service for Ricky Neil Roop, aged 69, of Cleburne, will be held at 2:00 P.M., Monday, February 3, 2025, in the Crosier-Pearson Cleburne Chapel.
Ricky passed away on Sunday, January 12, 2025, in Fort Worth. He was born on March 17, 1955, in Fort Worth. In August 1972, Ricky married Kathy Diane Crawford in Alvarado, Texas, and together they...
Dale Barnett
Jan 11, 2025
Graveside service for Dale Barnett, 87, of Cleburne, will be held at 11:00 A.M., Friday, January 17, 2025, in Kimball Bend Cemetery with Chaplain Eddy Carrell officiating.
Dale passed away Saturday, January 11, 2025, in Fort Worth. He was born on December 9, 1937 in Athens, Texas. Dale married Judy Faye Turner on November 11, 1977 in Cleburne. He proudly served...
Fay Upchurch
Jan 10, 2025
Fay Upchurch, was born on August 13, 1957, and peacefully passed away on January 10, 2025, in Cleburne, Texas. She leaves behind a legacy of warmth and affection, cherished by her family and friends.
Fay had a vibrant personality and an adventurous spirit. Known for her love of APW wrestling, movies, and Elvis Presley, she found joy in the simplest of...
William "Bill" Hodge
Jan 10, 2025
William “Bill” Hodge, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and friend, passed away peacefully on January 10, 2025, at the age of 87 in Fort Worth, Texas. Born May 24, 1937, in Cleburne, Texas, Bill was known for his deep commitment to family, work, and home.
Over 50 years ago, Bill became a Mason in Emporia, Kansas, where he embraced the...
John Keith Johnson
Jan 10, 2025
John Keith Johnson, born on August 4, 1970, in Cleburne, Texas, passed away on January 10, 2025, in Fort Worth, Texas. He was a beloved figure in the community, known for his career in construction and with a particular talent for selling dirt. Beyond his professional accomplishments, John was most proud of his role as papa a title that illustrated...
Steve Rutledge
Jan 10, 2025
Steve Rutledge, a devoted servant of his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ, passed away peacefully on January 10, 2025, in Fort Worth, Texas. He was born on February 1, 1950, in Des Arc, Arkansas and lived a life filled with faith, love, and dedication.
Steve is survived by his loving brothers, Roger Rutledge, Gary Rutledge, Terry Rutledge, and Donny Rutledge, along...
Johnnel Loeak
Jan 9, 2025
Johnnel Loeak, a beloved husband, father, brother, and friend, passed away on January 9, 2025, in Fort Worth. He was born on November 17, 1969, in Jabor, Marshall Islands.
Johnnel was known for his great sense of humor, bringing joy to those around him with his quick wit and infectious laughter. An avid creator and builder, Johnnel took great pleasure in...
Thomas William Maloney
Jan 8, 2025
Thomas William Maloney, age 82, passed away January 8, 2025 in Keene. He was born August 18, 1942 in Elizabeth, New Jersey to June and Arthur Maloney. Tom worked in New York City as a credit union manager for the Associated Press. He moved to Florida in the late 1970’s, then in 1980 to Houston, Texas, where he managed a...
Glenda Jean Grubbs
Jan 7, 2025
Glenda Jean Grubbs, a beloved daughter, sister, mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully on January 7,2025, in Grandview, Texas, at the age of 80. Born in Fort Worth, Texas, on August 15, 1944, Glenda was a vibrant spirit who brought joy and warmth to all who knew her.
Known for her love of dancing, Glenda's zest for life was evident...
Donald Davis
Jan 6, 2025
Donald Davis, born on October 9, 1957, in Riverside, California, passed away on January 6, 2025, in Alvarado, Texas. He was a beloved husband, father, stepfather, grandfather, son, and brother, whose presence will be dearly missed by all who knew him.
Donald leaves behind his wife, Janet Davis; his three children, Jonathan Davis, Lauren Davis, and Ryan Davis. Donald was also...
Bobby Lee Ward, Sr.
Jan 6, 2025
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Bobby Lee Ward, Sr., age 86, of Crowley, Texas, who departed this life on January 6, 2025. Bobby was born on January 13, 1938, in Barry, Texas. He proudly served in the United States Army for 20 years, demonstrating a lifelong commitment to his country. Following his military service,...
Samuel "Sam" Kenneth Johnston
Jan 4, 2025
A gathering and visitation for Samuel “Sam” Kenneth Johnston, 38, of Rio Vista, will be held from 5:00-7:00 P.M., Thursday, January 16, 2025, at the funeral home.
Sam passed away on Saturday, January 4, 2025. He was born on June 27, 1986, in Tampa, Florida. Sam proudly served his country in the United States Army and dedicated his career to nursing,...
Dr. Itamar Sabino DePaiva
Jan 4, 2025
A funeral service for Dr. Itamar Sabino DePaiva, 90, of Cleburne, will be held at 3:00 P.M., Saturday, January 11, 2025 at Keene Seventh-day Adventist Church.
It is with deep sadness and heavy hearts that we inform you of the passing of Itamar DePaiva. He was born in Avanhandava, São Paulo - Brazil. His parents were Rodolfo and Silvia Melo DePaiva....
Jean Peterson
Dec 31, 2024
Jean Peterson, a beloved matriarch and a true renaissance woman, passed away peacefully on December 31, 2024, in Cleburne, Texas. Born on March 5, 1927, in Fort Worth, Texas, she brought joy and wisdom to those around her throughout her 97 remarkable years.
Jean was a woman of many talents and an individual who deeply understood the importance of adaptability in...
Natalio DeLeon Ortiz
Dec 31, 2024
Natalio DeLeon Ortiz, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend, peacefully passed away on December 31, 2024, in Cleburne, Texas, at the age of 76. Born on January 20, 1948, in Mexico, Natalio's life was marked by a dedication to his family and a commitment to his community.
Natalio De Leon Ortiz was a devoted husband, father, and grandfather who lived...
Teresa Dickerson Pritchett
Dec 29, 2024
A graveside service for Teresa Dickerson Pritchett, aged 59, of Cleburne, will take place at 11:00 A.M. on Saturday, January 11, 2025, in Keene Memorial Park. Family and friends are invited to a visitation from 6:00-8:00 P.M. on Friday, January 10, 2025, at the funeral home.
Teresa passed away on Sunday, December 29, 2024, in Cleburne. She was born on December...