Local obituaries for Gainesville, TX.

Jul 2, 2024

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William Robert “Bob” Smelcer, 89, of Gainesville, TX, passed away July 2, 2024 in Gainesville.

Bob was born June 14, 1935 in Amarillo, TX.  He was raised and graduated from high school in Amarillo.  He then attended college at West Texas State University...

Jul 1, 2024

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Marleys Ann (Parker) LaRue, 82, of Gainesville, TX, passed away peacefully on Monday, July 1, 2024 at her home surrounded by her loving family.

Ann was born April 18, 1942 in Gainesville to Raymond Parker and Luola Huse Parker and was a graduate...

Jun 30, 2024

Jane Fuhrmann Otto, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, teacher, and friend, passed away on June 30, 2024 at age 69 in her home in Lindsay, TX.  She was born on May 18, 1955 in Muenster, Texas to Joe Paul and Marie Fuhrmann of Lindsay, TX.

Jane was a devoted wife to Michael Otto of Wichita Falls for 43...

Jun 29, 2024

A loving Mother, Grandmother and friend.

Linda Wilson Hackler, age 84, passed away peacefully in her home on June 29th 2024, surrounded by her family. She died from a courageous battle with pancreatic cancer. While our hearts mourn the loss, we take comfort in knowing she is no longer suffering.

Linda Hackler was born on...

Jun 26, 2024

Edward "Cuate" Orona, born on November 12, 1939, in Colorado City, passed away at the age of 84 on June 26, 2024, in Denton, TX. Cuate was well-known for his vibrant spirit, often found dancing, fishing, manning the barbecue grill, or singing along to his favorite tunes. His tough exterior belied a gentle soul, full of love and devotion...

Jun 25, 2024

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Brian Wilson, 51, of Whitesboro, TX, passed away June 25, 2024.

Mr. Wilson was born December 28, 1972 in Muenster, TX.  He grew...

Jun 23, 2024

A funeral service for Cynthia Jo Cardin, 61, of Sherman, will be held at 10:00 AM Friday, June 28, 2024 at Geo. J. Carroll & Son Chapel with Pastors Tyler Bittner and Raymond Holman officiating.  Burial will follow in Fairview Cemetery.  A visitation will be held at 6:00 PM on Thursday at the funeral home.

Cindy passed...

Jun 23, 2024

Billy Cox, 77, of Gainesville, Texas, passed away June 23, 2024 at North Texas Medical Center in Gainesville, Texas. He was born on July 19, 1946 in Plainview, Texas to Carroll and Elizabeth (Lunday) Cox.

Billy graduated from Olton High School in 1964, then attended Texas Tech University. He held various Sales and Operations related jobs over...

Jun 21, 2024

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Judy Lavon Noland, 75, of Valley View, Texas, passed away on June 21, 2024. She was born on May 22, 1949, in Ada, Oklahoma, to Vernie Rack Manuel and Ollie Evelyn Manuel.

Judy is survived by son and daughter-in-law Lee and Tina Noland...

Jun 20, 2024

Liturgy of the Word will be recited for Jerome (Jerry) Hugo Dietz, 76, of Gainesville, at 10:00 AM, Thursday, 2024 at Geo. J. Carroll & Son Funeral Home with Dn. Gelacio Garcia officiating.  Burial will follow in Fairview Cemetery.  A visitation will be held on Wednesday, from 6:00 to 8:00 PM at the funeral home.

Mr. Dietz...

Jun 19, 2024

Mr. Stephen H. Yardley, 79, of Lake Kiowa, TX, passed away peacefully at his home on June 19, 2024.  He was born on July 1, 1944 in Ponca City, OK to Melvin and Vera (Hadley) Yardley.

Stephen was an avid fisherman and was a member of Alcoholics Anonymous in Gainesville, TX.

Mr. Yardley is survived...

Jun 15, 2024

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Polly Haverkamp passed away peacefully at home on Saturday, June 15, 2024.

Rosary and visitation will be at Geo. J. Carroll & Son Funeral Home, Gainesville, on Friday, June 21, at 6:00 PM.  Funeral Mass is Saturday, June 22, at St Mary’s Church...

Jun 14, 2024

Marguerite (Marge) Pittner Mages passed away on June 14, 2024 in Frisco, TX surrounded by Family.

Rosary will be at St. Mary's Catholic Church in Gainesville on Thursday, June 20, 2024 at 10:00 a.m. followed by visitation and service at 11:30 a.m. Burial will follow at Fairview Cemetery, under the direction of George J. Carroll & Son...

Jun 9, 2024

Patricia J. Acuna, (maiden name withheld for privacy) born Nov 12, 1934, died June 9, 2024 in Gainesville, Texas. She was the only child of her mother, Catheryne, who used a stage name, Michael O’Sullivan, and was later known as Mickey O’Leary. “Patty,” also called Patsy Jo as a child, was born in Ventura, CA, and was raised for...

Jun 8, 2024

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Garvin John Reynolds, 72, passed away on June 08, 2024.

Garvin was the youngest of six children born to Clyde and...

Jun 5, 2024

Goddess Melanie Ellen Martinez, age 47, of Gainesville, Texas, elevated to the 5D to reunite with her dad on Wednesday June 5th.

Melanie was a demon slayer, a Creator, a light worker, a healer, a lover, a fighter, an eater, a divine Mother. She had the heart of a lion and the mouth of a sailor. She...

Jun 3, 2024

Jimmy “Jim” Leroy Bayer

God gives each one of us a story and Jimmy “Jim” Leroy Bayer’s story began on January 17, 1958 by being born to the proud parents of James and Ann (Neu) Bayer.  He was the second of five children.  His story lasted 66 years, and while some of us think that it was...

Jun 3, 2024

Thelma “Louise” Barron passed away on June 3, 2024 at the age of 75. Louise was born on March 21, 1949, at home in Burns City in a time when resources were scarce and the ability to make it on your own was valued. With a blend of grit, determination, and independence she lived life her way until the...

Jun 2, 2024

Eddie Frank Morris (83) went to his eternal reward on June 2, 2024.  He is preceded in death by his wife, Patsy, his brother, Bobby Morris, and his parents, Letha and Robert Lee Morris. He is survived by his children, Brenda Schlomach (Byron), Ron Morris (Jennifer) and Cathy Morris Rodriguez; 7 grandchildren, 4 great grandchildren, and many cousins, nieces,...

Jun 1, 2024

Martha Ellen Walsh, 72, of Lake Kiowa, passed away peacefully in her home on June 1, 2024.

Mrs. Walsh was born on February 2, 1952 in Joliet, IL to Joseph Lawrence and Virginia Moore (Gee) Mikan.

Martha graduated from Southern Methodist University where she was a member of the Volleyball Team and Zeta Tau Alpha...