Obituaries

Local obituaries for Cleburne, Texas


Charles Douglas Sides

Charles Douglas Sides

Dec 7, 2024

 

Charles Douglas Sides, passed away on December 7, 2024, in Waco, Texas. He was born on December 26, 1942, in Dallas, Texas, and lived a life characterized by both a no-nonsense approach and a deep compassion for others.

Charles was known "as Country as Country could be," a phrase that perfectly encapsulated his demeanor and way of life. He was a...

Betty Osborne Treece

Betty Osborne Treece

Dec 6, 2024

Betty Lee Treece gently stepped from this world onto the shores of her heavenly home on Friday, December 6, 2024 at the age of 90. Her race fully run, she received her reward for a life lived with fervency, faithfulness, prayer and service.

Betty was born to ‘Short’ and Ella Lee (Hudson) Osborne in Bosque County, Texas January 15, 1934. As...

Larris Elizabeth (Abbott) Slagle

Larris Elizabeth (Abbott) Slagle

Dec 6, 2024

Larris E. Slagle of Cleburne, Texas passed away on December 6, 2024. Larris was born on July 25, 1940 in Staples, Minnesota. She grew up in Breckenridge, Minnesota, the daughter of Larry and Iris (Olsen) Abbott. She graduated from Breckenridge High School and North Dakota State College of Science in Wahpeton, ND. She then moved to Minneapolis and worked as...

Truman Dixon

Truman Dixon

Dec 6, 2024

Truman Dixon, 79, of Cleburne, Texas, passed away on December 6, 2024. A service in his honor will be held at 10:00 A.M. on Thursday, December 12, 2024, in the Crosier-Pearson Cleburne Chapel, with Pastor Jacky Mears officiating. Following the service, interment will take place at 12:30 P.M. in Rio Vista Cemetery.  Family and friends are invited to attend a...

Tobios R. Earle

Tobios R. Earle

Dec 4, 2024

Tobios R. Earle, born on October 23, 2000, in Fort Worth, Texas, went to be with the Lord on December 4, 2024, in Fort Worth surrounded by his family. Throughout his brief but impactful life, Tobios emerged as a beacon of resilience and compassion, leaving an indelible mark on all who knew him.

Tobios was known for his family-oriented nature and...

Joe Stanley

Joe Stanley

Dec 4, 2024

A graveside service to honor Joe Don Stanley, 87, of Cleburne, Texas, will be held at 11:00 A.M. on Tuesday, December 10, 2024, in Rio Vista Cemetery, with Pastor Jacky Mears officiating. Visitation for family and friends will take place on Monday, December 9, 2024, from 5:00 to 7:00 P.M. at the funeral home.

Joe passed away on December 4, 2024,...

Donald Ray Burgess

Donald Ray Burgess

Dec 4, 2024

Donald Ray Burgess, a beloved member of the Cleburne community, passed away on December 4, 2024, at the age of 83. Born on December 10, 1940, in Cleburne, Texas, Donald lived a life full of love, laughter and passion for the simple pleasures that life has to offer.

 Known for his warm spirit and cheerful demeanor, Donald found joy in the...

Jalael "JJ" Abdelkhaleq

Jalael "JJ" Abdelkhaleq

Dec 3, 2024

A gathering and visitation for Jalael “JJ” Abdelkhaleq, aged 44, of Cleburne, Texas, will be held on Sunday, December 15, 2024 from 10:00 A.M. to 12:00 Noon at the funeral home.

JJ passed away on December 3, 2024. Born on September 17, 1980, in Fort Worth, JJ dedicated his career to the culinary arts, working as a server in fine dining...

Samantha Reynolds

Samantha Reynolds

Dec 1, 2024

It is with a heavy heart, and a great deal of sadness that we announce the passing of Samantha Marie (Holliday) Reynolds on December 1, 2024. She passed away peacefully at her home in Cleburne, Texas at the age of 44.

Sam was born in Jackson, Mississippi to Gladys “Happy” Poole and Jerry Dean Holliday on March 31, 1980. Later in...

Velma Jean Burns (Dutton) (Shultz)

Velma Jean Burns (Dutton) (Shultz)

Nov 30, 2024

Velma Burns, 84, died November 30, 2024, in Keene, Johnson County, Texas.

Velma Jean Dutton was born January 7, 1940, in Greenfield, Monroe County, Wisconsin, to Roy and Gwendolyn (Lemon) Dutton. It was always special to her to have been born on the extended family homestead known as Lemon Valley. She was the oldest of five children, and their family lived...

James Robert Storey

James Robert Storey

Nov 30, 2024

James Robert Storey, 78, of Grandview passed away Saturday, November 30, 2024 in Grandview. He was born August 13, 1946, in Fort Worth. His parents were John William and Madeline Garrett Storey.

He graduated Southwestern High School and attended UTA before enlisting in the Navy. He was a dedicated member of his naval ship association, USS Mahan. He served on the...

Mary Ellen (Bates) Barber

Mary Ellen (Bates) Barber

Nov 30, 2024

Graveside services for Mary Ellen Bates Barber, age 80, of Godley, will be held at 2:00 P.M. on Thursday, December 5, 2024, in Rosehill Cemetery, with Chaplain Eddy Carrell officiating.

Mary passed away on Saturday, November 30, 2024, in Glen Rose, Texas. She was born on February 17, 1944, in Hugo, Oklahoma. Mary had a devoted marriage to Marvin (Buddy) Edgar...

Maudie Geneva Kirkland

Maudie Geneva Kirkland

Nov 28, 2024

Graveside services for Maudie Geneva Kirkland, 81, of Lufkin, will be held Saturday, December 7, 2024, at 12:00 Noon at Baker-Lain Cemetery in Cleburne with Bro. Ty Phillips officiating.

 Maudie Geneva Kirkland was born on July 10, 1943, in Oletha, Texas, to the late Cora Vickery and Joseph O’Pry. She went to be with the Lord and her loving husband of...

Walter Loyal McLemore

Walter Loyal McLemore

Nov 27, 2024

Walter Loyal McLemore, a devoted father and skilled diesel mechanic, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, November 27 2024, in Grandview, Texas, at the age of 74. Born on March 31, 1950, in Decatur, Alabama, Walter dedicated over 40 years of his career to Cummins-Southern Plains, where he was known for his expertise and dedication in his field. 

Walter was not only...

Dorothy Winona Chastain Stewart

Dorothy Winona Chastain Stewart

Nov 27, 2024

Dorothy Winona Chastain Stewart, a cherished mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and great-great-grandmother, passed away on Wednesday, November 27, 2024 in Crowley, Texas. Born on January 16, 1931, in San Antonio, Texas, Dorothy lived a life characterized by love and dedication to her family. She enjoyed fishing and caring for her flower garden.

 She is lovingly remembered by her daughters, Judy Woodall and...

Rodney Henslee

Rodney Henslee

Nov 27, 2024

Services for Rodney Henslee, age 69, of Cleburne, Texas will be conducted at 2:00 P.M., Wednesday, December 4, 2024, in the Crosier-Pearson Cleburne Chapel. Burial will follow in Rosehill Cemetery. Visitation will be 6-8:00 P.M., Tuesday, December 3, 2024, at the funeral home. Serving as pallbearers are Eric Kirkland, Andy Graham, Joe Warlick, Ronnie Crezelius, Billy Ray Hall, and Curtis...

Norman Eugene Fox

Norman Eugene Fox

Nov 25, 2024

Norman Eugene Fox, age 75, of Godley, Texas, passed away on November 25, 2024, in Cleburne. He was born on March 11, 1949, in Bakersfield, California. On May 25, 1967, he married Margaret Ilene Brady in Rendon, Texas, and they shared a partnership for over 57 years.

A man of strong work ethic, Norman dedicated his life to farming, a profession...

James Michael Marbut

James Michael Marbut

Nov 24, 2024

James Michael Marbut left this world quietly in his sleep in the early hours of Sunday, November 24, 2024, nestled in the comfort of his favorite recliner, after an 8 year battle with cancer. He was born on September 12, 1947, the youngest of six, to Jack and Minnie Beatrice Hasty Marbut. Known as Michael to family members, he became...

Theda Lou Lindsey

Theda Lou Lindsey

Nov 23, 2024

Graveside service for Theda Lindsey, 82, of Cleburne, will be held at 11:00 A.M. on Monday, December 2, 2024, in Cresson Cemetery. Family and friends are invited to a visitation from 6:00 to 8:00 P.M on Sunday, December 1, 2024, at the funeral home. Serving as pallbearers are Shane Skiffington and Norman Parish.

Theda passed away peacefully on November 23, 2024,...

Shelia Hill Carroll

Shelia Hill Carroll

Nov 19, 2024

Services for Shelia Hill Carroll, 82, of Whitney, will be conducted at 10:00 A.M., Saturday, November 30, 2024, in the Crosier-Pearson Cleburne Chapel. Burial will follow in Godley Cemetery. Visitation will be from 6:00-8:00 P.M., Friday, November 29, 2024, at the funeral home. Serving as pallbearers are Camron Carroll, Jr. Carroll, Ryan Carroll, Larry Buckner, Raymond Gonzales, and Jerry Walton....