Obituaries
Marlene Rowe
February 25, 2026
Marlene Rowe, a beloved figure in the Mansfield community, passed away on February 25, 2026, at the remarkable age of 93. Born on March 18, 1932, in Mansfield, Texas, she was the cherished daughter of Clyde Madison Maxwell Sr. and Clara Bell Howard Maxwell. Marlene spent her formative years in the welcoming neighborhood of Retta, Texas, where her roots were...
Sharon Anita Goodson
February 23, 2026
Sharon Anita Goodson passed away peacefully on February 23, 2026, in Arlington, Texas. Born on February 11, 1947, in Dallas, Texas, she lived a life characterized by love, compassion, and service to others.
Sharon was a proud graduate of Sunset High School, Class of 1965, and went on to earn her degree from the University of North Texas in 1969. For...
Guindolen Ann Anderson
February 20, 2026
Guindolen Moseley Anderson, beloved matriarch of the Andersons, was born in Bee House, Texas, on May 5, 1935, to the cherished union of Charles and Ludie Moseley. Throughout her life, Guindolen embodied strength, resilience, and an unwavering love for her family, crafting a legacy that will endure in the hearts of those who knew her.
In a heartfelt commitment, she married...
William Bret Frye
February 17, 2026
William Bret Frye, born on January 18, 1968, in Tulsa, Oklahoma, passed away on February 17, 2026, in Mansfield, Texas. He was a remarkable individual whose life was defined by his dedication to family, his career, and his passions.
William began his educational journey at Martin High School, graduating in 1986. He pursued higher education at Texas Tech University and the...
Robert Joseph Cacciola
February 17, 2026
Robert Joseph Cacciola passed away on February 17, 2026. His family is currently working on his obituary. Please see below for service information and check back for updates to his obituary.
Linda Ann Wheeler
February 17, 2026
Linda Ann Wheeler, born on September 25, 1945, in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, peacefully departed this life on February 17, 2026, in Alvarado, Texas. She was a devoted mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, whose lifelong commitment to nurturing children was evident in her exceptional career as the Director of Childcare for the Church of Living Word.
Linda graduated from Star Spencer High School...
Justin Reid Bentley
February 16, 2026
Justin Reid Bentley, age 33, passed away on February 16, 2026 in Nashville, Tennessee. He was born on November 5, 1992 in Grapevine, Texas.
Justin lived life fully and loudly, with a spirit that drew people in wherever he went. He was vibrant, outgoing, and truly the life of the party — colorful in personality and generous in love. He had...
Catherine Ludyjan
February 6, 2026
Catherine Ludyjan, born on May 31, 1951, left this world on February 6, 2026, leaving behind a legacy of love and cherished memories. To all who knew her, Catherine embodied warmth, laughter, and pure unconditional love. From the very earliest days of motherhood to the countless roles she took on throughout her life, she excelled as a mother, an aunt,...
Judy Carolyn Passini
February 5, 2026
Judy Carolyn Passini, born on May 27, 1946, in Bloomfield, Missouri, passed away on February 5, 2026, in Mansfield, Texas. She was a remarkable woman whose vibrant spirit and compassionate heart left an indelible mark on those who were fortunate enough to know her.
For over 50 years, Judy dedicated her talents to the art of cosmetology, culminating in the proud...
Donald "Don" Taylor
January 27, 2026
Donald "Don" Taylor, born November 1, 1936, passed away peacefully on January 27, 2026, in Mansfield, Texas. Don spent 48 fulfilling years in Colorado Springs, Colorado, leaving behind a life defined by service, devotion to family, and a steady, easygoing presence that touched all who knew him.
In the early 1960s, amidst a backdrop of turbulence and change in the nation,...
Jose Angel Zapata
January 25, 2026
Jose Angel Zapata, born to Francisco Zapata and Magdalena Rangel on November 26, 1945, in Nuevo Laredo, Mexico, passed away on January 25, 2026, in Mansfield, Texas.
Jose dedicated over 25 years of his career to AAFES, where his work ethic and dedication were widely respected.
Throughout his life, Jose cultivated passions that included a deep love for the San Francisco 49ers,...
Vang Tily Thor
January 17, 2026
Vang Tily Thor, also known to many as Vaj Thoj, was born on February 5, 1950 in Laos. Arrived to America around the time of the Vietnam War with friends and family. Settled down in Venus, TX in the late 1990's and married to his wife, Kia Ly, in which they had 3 sons.
Spent his entire career as a manufacturing...
Robert "Rob" Aiello
January 13, 2026
Robert “Rob” Patrick Aiello, 53, of Midlothian, Texas passed away on January 13, 2026, after a courageous battle with Myelodysplastic Syndrome (MDS), a rare form of blood cancer. He was born on July 25, 1972, in Middlesex, New Jersey, where he spent his formative years.
Rob attended South Plainfield High School in South Plainfield, NJ, where he developed a lifelong love...
Nora May Warner
January 12, 2026
Nora May Warner, aged 87, passed away peacefully on January 12 2026, leaving behind a legacy of love and laughter. Born on August 29, 1938, in Durant, Oklahoma, Nora was the cherished daughter of Nora Lilly Hull Mitts and James Andrew Mitts. She spent her formative years in Durant, where she developed a deep-rooted sense of community and kinship that...
James Owen Ballard
January 12, 2026
James Owen Ballard, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend, passed away on January 12, 2026, in Midlothian, Texas. He was born on October 28, 1932, to May Noah and Bessie Ballard, in Yazoo City, Mississippi, and he cherished his early years growing up in Lincoln County. James graduated from Brookhaven High School in 1951, laying the foundation for a...
Carol Ann McMillen
January 8, 2026
Carol Ann McMillen, affectionately known as Ann, passed away on January 8, 2026, at the age of 82. Born on April 1, 1943, she lived a life filled with love, laughter, and memorable moments that will forever be cherished by her family and friends.
Ann was known for her loving and giving nature. She was a strong Christian woman who exhibited...
Richard Duane Jahns
January 5, 2026
Richard Duane Jahns, born on March 6, 1944, in West Chicago, Illinois, peacefully passed away on January 5, 2026, in Euless, Texas. A dedicated Communications Engineer, Richard made significant contributions to the fields of engineering during his illustrious career with renowned companies Motorola and Itron. His educational journey began at the University of Illinois, where he honed the skills that...
Audrey Nell Waits
January 4, 2026
Audrey Nell Waits was born January 1, 1934, in Pilot Point, Texas, adopted as an infant by Roy L. and Mary J. Choate. Our much-loved mother, grandmother and great-grandmother left this world to the promised glories of heaven January 4, 2026.
Growing up with a father who worked in the oil fields meant Audrey grew up in the Texas panhandle. By...
Ken and Nancy Jones
January 3, 2026
Ken and Nancy Jones, a beloved couple whose lives were intertwined in love and faith, passed from this world, leaving behind a cherished legacy of kindness, devotion, and laughter.
Kenneth Leslie Jones, born on July 13, 1939, in Oklahoma City to Cleo and Violet Jones, was a man who touched many lives. Growing up alongside his siblings, Laura Swan and Don...
Juan "Ditto" Valdez
December 30, 2025
Juan Antonio "Ditto" Valdez, age 54, passed away on December 30, 2025. Born on March 20, 1971, in Del Rio, Texas, Juan later made his cherished home in Mansfield, Texas, where he became a beloved figure in the community.
Juan was well known and deeply respected in the Tejano music community, where many affectionately knew him as DJ Unk through Midwest...







