OBITUARIES

Local obituaries for Gainesville, TX.

Christine Jones

Christine Jones

Apr 16, 2026

Christine Jones, 86, of Valley View, passed away April 16, 2026 in Valley View.

Christine was born February 13, 1940 in Parsons, KS. She attended schools in Parsons and was a member of the drill team. Christine met James Wayne Jones in 1955 and the couple were married on November 30, 1957 in Irving. Mrs. Jones was a consummate homemaker and...

Tylor L. Lee

Tylor L. Lee

Apr 10, 2026

Tylor Lakay Lee, 29, of Gainesville, TX, passed away April 10, 2026 in Gainesville.

Tylor was born June 19, 1996 in Fort Worth, TX. She was raised in Gainesville and attended Gainesville schools, where she played volleyball. Tylor’s pride and joy were her children, who’s lives she poured every ounce of love and devotion into. She touched countless other lives as...

James S. Sandlin

James S. Sandlin

Apr 6, 2026

James Sidney Sandlin, known by his friends as Ghost, passed away April 6, 2026.

James was born February 12, 1960 in Hobbs, NM. He was an electrician by trade and worked in the community for over 20 years. James enjoyed being outdoors, especially hunting, and was a skilled woodworker. He will be missed by the many people that loved him.

Predeceased by:...

Rosie Calleros

Rosie Calleros

Apr 6, 2026

Rosa Calleros—known affectionately to those who loved her as Rosie or Rose—passed into the arms of her Savior on April 6, 2026, in Denison. While our hearts feel the weight of her absence, we find peace knowing she has been reunited with her beloved mother Erlinda Morales; her brother Antonio Aguilar; and her grandmothers Rosa Landeros and Maria Morales.

Born on...

Darla Jean Hollandsworth

Darla Jean Hollandsworth

Apr 4, 2026

Darla Jean (Cooper) Hollandsworth, age 80, of Callisburg, Texas, passed away peacefully, surrounded by family, after a lengthy battle with Alzheimer’s. She left behind a legacy of faith, love, and devotion that will continue to live on through all who loved her.

She was born on January 1, 1946, in Gorman, Texas, to Dee and Doris (Dot) Cooper. Darla graduated from...

Darlene Evelyn Emerson

Darlene Evelyn Emerson

Apr 2, 2026

Honoring a Life Well-Lived

We are deeply saddened to announce the passing of our beloved mother and friend, Darlene Evelyn (Whitlock) Emerson, whose warmth, kindness, and steadfast spirit touched the lives of all who knew her. She will forever be remembered for her compassion, generosity, and the countless joyful moments she shared with family and friends.

Born November 1, 1947, in Dallas,...

Guadalupe Gonzalez

Guadalupe Gonzalez

Mar 31, 2026

Guadalupe González Salinas, daughter of Maximino González and Anacleta Salinas, was born on July 7, 1938, in Tierra Nueva, San Luis Potosí, México. She peacefully entered eternal rest on March 31, 2026, in Gainesville, Texas.

In 1955, she married the love of her life, Alfonso Zárate, who preceded her in death in 2020. Together, they built a beautiful family and were...

Cathy Lloyd

Cathy Lloyd

Mar 29, 2026

Cathy Lloyd was, above all else, a devoted mother, a loving sister, and a loyal friend. She passed quietly on March 29, 2026, leaving behind a silence her family is still learning to fill.

Born on September 20, 1957, in Houston, Texas, to Jack and Frances Groce, Cathy lived in Gainesville, TX — a place as much a part of her...

Royce Dean Rennels

Royce Dean Rennels

Mar 28, 2026

Royce Dean Rennels, 82, of Gainesville, Texas passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on March 28, 2026. He was born on January 25, 1944 to Ollen Glen and Oneta May (Welch) Rennels in Muenster, Texas and was the oldest of three boys.

Royce served in the U.S. Army from July 1965-July 1967. While in the service he attained the rank...

John Henry Kubicek

John Henry Kubicek

Mar 28, 2026

John Henry Kubicek, age 84 of Valley View, passed away on March 28, 2026 at the Clyde W. Cosper Texas State Veterans Home in Bonham.

John was born on July 1, 1941 to John Edward and Anna Barbara Prihoda Kubicek in the family home northeast of Pilot Point. John was the third of seven children, and had six sisters. The family...

Nancy Kathryn Watson

Nancy Kathryn Watson

Mar 22, 2026

A funeral service for Nancy Kathryn Watson, 79, of Denton, is scheduled for 11:00 AM Friday, March 27, 2026 at Geo. J. Carroll & Son Funeral Home with Rev. Larry Kremling and Deacon Ralph James officiating.  The burial will follow in Fairview Cemetery.  A visitation is scheduled for Thursday from 6:00 to 8:00 PM at the funeral home.

Nancy was a...

Jerry Leroy Morgan

Jerry Leroy Morgan

Mar 22, 2026

Jerry Leroy Morgan, 82, of Gainesville, Texas, went to be with the Lord on March 22, 2026 surrounded by loved ones. He was born on December 20, 1943, in Thackerville, Oklahoma, to Vernie Lee and Eva Vernell (Suggs) Morgan.

Jerry married the love of his life, Janet Tubb, on October 23, 1964 in Gainesville, Texas.

Jerry proudly served his country in the...

David H. Dunn

David H. Dunn

Mar 21, 2026

David H. Dunn, 76, of Gainesville, passed away March 21, 2026 in Gainesville.

David was born June 22, 1949 in Borger, TX. He was raised in Lefors, TX and graduated from high school there. Mr. Dunn then served in the U.S. Navy. Following his service, he worked briefly for Haliburton, then attended college and earned his Machinist Certificate. Mr. Dunn was...

Starla Blaylock

Starla Blaylock

Mar 17, 2026

Starla Dawn (Griffith) Blaylock, 67, of Gainesville, passed away on March 17, 2026, in Denison, TX.

Starla was born on November 17, 1958, in Gainesville, TX, and graduated from Gainesville High School.

She married the love of her life, Steve Blaylock, on March 10, 1978, in Gainesville, and they shared 48 wonderful years of marriage together.

Starla was a devoted homemaker who dedicated...

Wilma Leach

Wilma Leach

Mar 17, 2026

Wilma Lavoy Leach passed peacefully on Tuesday, March 17, 2026. She left behind a legacy of faith, love, and devotion that will continue to live on through all who knew her. She was blessed with a long and full life and recently celebrated her 100th birthday in her beloved hometown of Gainesville, Texas.

Wilma was born on October 5, 1925, in...

Britni Leagh Dulock

Britni Leagh Dulock

Mar 15, 2026

Britni Leagh Dulock, age 48, was welcomed into Heaven to be with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on March 15, 2026. 

Britni was born to Pamela Elene Covey and Herbert Lee Covey on September 27, 1977, in Sherman, Texas. She grew up in Pottsboro, Texas, where she attended Pottsboro ISD and graduated with honors. During her time there, she was...

Curtis Eugene Parsons

Curtis Eugene Parsons

Mar 13, 2026

Curtis Eugene Parsons, 63, of Gainesville, Texas, passed away March 13, 2026, at North Texas Medical Center in Gainesville, Texas, surrounded by loved ones. He was born on May 8, 1962, in Gainesville, Texas, to Maze Parsons Jr. and Sharon Joann (Kidd) Parsons.



Curtis worked as a lineman for many years and was known for his hard work and dedication. He...

Danny Bob Davis

Danny Bob Davis

Mar 11, 2026

Danny Bob Davis, 70, of Gainesville, Texas, passed away peacefully on March 11, 2026, in Gainesville.

Danny was born October 1, 1955, and was raised in Leonard, Texas. Growing up, he was active in FFA and enjoyed the close-knit community that helped shape the hardworking and friendly man so many people came to know. After graduating from Leonard High School, he...

Donald John Boland

Donald John Boland

Mar 9, 2026

Donald John Boland, 70, of Colleyville, Texas, passed away on March 9, 2026. He was born on October 18, 1955, in St. Louis, Missouri, to Donald John and Bernice Regina (Winka) Boland.

 Don attended Rosary High School in Missouri. He worked for many years selling & financing Mercedes-Benz for dealerships in the DFW area. In 1997, he opened his own business,...

Edwina Elaine Hoberer

Edwina Elaine Hoberer

Mar 8, 2026

Edwina Elaine Hoberer, 53, of Gainesville, TX passed away Sunday, March 8, 2026 in Gainesville.

Edwina was born April 29, 1973 in Gainesville to Edwin Hoberer & Judy Skaggs.

She was a loving mother, grandmother, sister, daughter, aunt and friend. She always had a bright smile and a contagious laugh. Edwina had a great love for her family.

Edwina lived in England for...

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