Local obituaries for Gainesville, TX.
Jack "J.D." Benson
May 19, 2026
Jackie Dale Benson, known by many as J.D., age 84, of Woodbine, passed away peacefully on May 19, 2026 in Fort Worth with his family by his side.
J.D. was born January 12, 1942 in Arkansas. He was raised in Louisiana and eventually moved to Fort Worth. He graduated high school and then attended college.
J.D. enlisted in the U.S. Navy and...
James B. Odom
Jun 10, 2026
James Bert Odom, age 67, of Collinsville, passed away on June 10, 2026.
James was born April 14, 1959 in Fort Worth, TX. He grew up playing in the creeks of Denton County and graduated from Sanger ISD. James joined the U.S. Navy at age 17 and served until 1980. His girlfriend, Reta Horner, travelled to see him discharged on the...
Ronnie Bayer
Jun 2, 2026
After a brief battle with CJD, Ronnie Bayer passed peacefully at home on June 2, 2026 surrounded by family. Ronnie Bayer was born January 20, 1969 to parents Regi Bayer and Patsy Streng Bayer. He attended Muenster Public School, graduating in 1988. He spent 34 years employed by Cooke County Electric, now Pentex Electric. He spent his spare time farming...
Johnny Lee Hatten
May 30, 2026
A graveside service for Johnny Lee Hatten, 79, is scheduled for 2:00 PM Wednesday, June 3, 2026 in New Resthaven Cemetery with Pastor Chet Burgess officiating.
Johnny passed away May 30, 2026 in Gainesville. He was born September 3, 1946 in Gainesville.
Most of you may remember Johnny as “Bo”. He was well known for Johnny’s Lawn mower and Small Engine Repair...
John B. Padgham
May 29, 2026
John B. Padgham was born March 2, 1931, in Grinnell, Iowa, to Dr. John and Veronica Padgham. He passed away peacefully in late May 2026 at the age of 95. He was preceded in death by his parents; his sisters, Joan and Patricia; his beloved wife, Peggy; and numerous extended family members and friends.
John loved telling stories about growing up...
Bowen "Brad" Bradley Thomason
May 29, 2026
Bowen Bradley Thomason, 72, passed away peacefully on May 29, 2026.
Brad was a man who loved the simple things in life and the people he held dear. He had a passion for riding his Harley Davidsons, spending time fishing, and enjoying the outdoors. He was happiest with a fishing pole in hand, on the open road, or sharing stories with...
Mari Carmen Vera DeRocha
May 27, 2026
Mari Carmen Vera DeRocha , 52 , of Gainesville , Texas passed away May 27, 2026 at Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital of Denton , Texas surrounded by loved ones. She was born on November 22, 1973 in Nieves, Zacatecas, Mexico to J. Carmen Vera Olguin and Remigia Silva Velazquez.
A Rosary and Visitation will be held on Thursday, May 28, 2026...
Robbye Lynn Jackson
May 25, 2026
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Robbye Lynn Jackson, age 46, of Gainesville, Tx on May 25th, 2026.
Robbye was known for her caring heart, unwavering kindness, and a smile that could illuminate any room she entered. She leaves behind a legacy of love, strength, and dedication that will continue to inspire all who knew her.
Her...
Marilyn Lee Melton
May 25, 2026
Marilyn was born on January 13, 1948, in Dyersburg, Tennessee to William Pruitt Melton and Lula Grace Cook Melton. Their family moved to Gainesville in the early 50s. She made many friends and participated in activities in Gainesville, including the music and youth programs of Whaley Methodist Church. The family also traveled to Dallas often to be with 2 special...
Jeff McKinzie
May 24, 2026
Jeffery Lynn McKinzie, 59, of Bolivar, Texas, passed away peacefully, leaving behind a life full of passion, creativity, and deep love for his family.
Jeff was born on December 17, 1966, in Sherman, Texas, to Kerry and Fena McKinzie. On October 12, 1996, he married his soulmate Rhonda Hess, and together they built a life rooted in devotion, laughter, and shared...
Margaret K. Maughan
May 19, 2026
Margaret Kay (Balthrop) Maughan, known by many as “Margie”, passed away May 19, 2026, in Denison, TX, at the age of 67.
Margie was born June 11, 1958 in Muenster, TX. She attended schools in Gainesville and Era. Margie had several jobs that tied into her lifelong passions. At different times, she worked at the sewing factory in Muenster, Fischer’s in...
Barbara Victoria Kitterman
May 16, 2026
Her happy soul has winged its way to one pure bright eternal day.
Barbara went to be with the Lord on Saturday, May 16, 2026 with her cloth doll Gearldine who has been with her for 43 years.
Barbara was born to Cecil Lee Head and Lola Fay (Cato) Head on March 17, 1939. She always enjoyed being a Saint Patrick’s Day...
Lucy Westbrook
May 12, 2026
Lucy Westbrook, age 88, of Gainesville, Texas, passed away peacefully on May 12, 2026.
Lucy was born on September 8, 1937. She lived a life filled with hard work, humor, generosity, and love for the people and animals around her. She worked various jobs, most notably as a waitress at the Smokehouse in Lindsay, Texas, where she continued working well into...
John K. Hook
May 11, 2026
John K. Hook, age 92, passed away peacefully Monday, May 11th, 2026 at Pecan Tree Rehab and Healthcare Center in Gainesville, Texas.
He was born November 11th, 1933, in Berwick, Illinois, a son of the late James Milton Hook and Carrie Francis Meador Hook.
John proudly served his country in the United States Army during the Korean War, where he was an...
William "Bill" George Wilson
May 9, 2026
William "Bill" George Wilson, 95, of Gainesville, Texas, passed away on May 9, 2026.He was born on April 24, 1931, in Andrews, Texas to Wilma and H.T. Wilson. Bill lived a life defined by hard work, faith, creativity, and devotion to his family.
On December 24, 1950, he married the love of his life, Joyce Baldwin, beginning a loving marriage of...
Eldon "Tom" Thomas Morrison
May 6, 2026
Tom Morrison, 72, of Gainesville, was born on June 6, 1953 to John Edwin and Margaret Le (Starbuck) Morrison in Galesburg, IL. He was a Vietnam Veteran.
Tom passed away on May 6, 2026 in Gainesville. He was a devoted, loving, caring husband to his wife Dianne Morrison of Gainesville. They shared a relationship for over 32 years and have been...
Jean Gronow
May 6, 2026
Laura Jean Lynch Gronow, 87, of Lindale, Texas passed away on May 6, 2026. She was born on March 11, 1939 in Woodbine, Texas to Leonard and Methel Pearl (Brooks) Lynch.
Jean is survived by her two daughters, Susan Renee Gronow of Lindale, Texas, and Elizabeth Diane Boyd of Gardendale, Texas, one grandson, Derek Daugherty, and two great grandchildren, Skyler Daugherty...
Clinton William Stewart, Sr.
May 6, 2026
A memorial service for Clinton Stewart, 79, of Gainesville, is scheduled for 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, May 16, 2026, at Geo. J. Carroll & Son Funeral Home, Gainesville, with Rev. Scott Arant & Rev. Larry Kremling officiating.
Clinton passed away May 6, 2026 in Gainesville. He was born July 27, 1946 to O.C. & Lavern (Griffith) Stewart. He graduated from Gainesville...
Nancy Elaine Cole
May 5, 2026
Nancy Elaine Cole, 79, of McKinney, TX passed away peacefully on May 5, 2026 in Gainesville, TX. She was born on March 4, 1947, in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania.
Nancy was a devoted wife to her husband, Benjamin Cole, whom she married on August 3, 1979. Together, they built a life full of adventure, companionship, and unwavering love. Nancy was deeply rooted in...
Jose Emmanuel Torres Villanueva
May 4, 2026
Jose Emmanuel Torres Villanueva was born on April 8th, 2000 in Denton, Tx to Jose C Torres and Silvia Villanueva Torres.
He graduated from Gainesville High School in 2018. He married Michelle “Cici” Torres on January 3rd, 2026. He loved spending time with his close friends and family, working on all his vehicles, binge-watching movies and TV shows, and jamming out...
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