Terri Leann “Missy” Bevers, 45, died Monday April 18, 2016 in Midlothian Texas. 

Missy was born in Graham Texas August 9, 1970 to James C. and Norma L. Strickland. Missy grew up in Jacksboro Texas where she loved to entertain her older brother Clifford, who she affectionately called Bubba, and pester her younger brother Clint. 

As a child, Missy began to hone her skill of gathering friends. Everyone was welcome to join as long as they knew how to have fun. She never met a stranger and was always willing to give everything she had to help others. 

After graduating from Jacksboro High School in 1988, Missy attended several colleges before finding a home at Tarleton State University were she graduated with a Bachelor of Science degree in 1995. After working in the retail industry for several years, Missy met and married her husband Brandon Bevers on June 20, 1998. 

With a renewed focus on life, Missy went back to school to get her teaching certificate in Special Education. Missy taught for several years until the birth of her first daughter, Hannah, March 11, 2001. Missy and Brandon decided she would be a stay-at-home mom and care for their daughter. Missy always said she might go back to being a school teacher, but being the best mother she could be was at the front of her mind. 

On March 7, 2003, Missy and Brandon celebrated the birth of their second daughter, Allie. Missy spent her time with her daughters taking care of them, the house and her husband. Four years later, they once again celebrated the life of their third daughter, Sarah, on November 6, 2007. 

Missy loved her family unconditionally and saw to their every need. She loved to encourage her family to live out their dreams. She believed that all things were possible only if you could dream big and believe in yourself with God’s help. Missy lived out her life with great passion for family, friends, love and laughter. 

Missy loved the ocean and the beach. She could light up a room with her smile. She has been a motivator all her life and when she put her mind to something, no one could get her to stand down. 

In the last several years, Missy’s newest passion became fitness. She first worked on herself and when she became more physically fit than she had ever been, she decided to help transform other people’s lives through fitness. She once again became a teacher. Missy was more than just a Camp Gladiator instructor trying to help you become more physically fit. She wanted her campers to also be mentally, emotionally, and spiritually fit. 

Missy loved God, her husband, her girls, her family, her friends, and everyone she came in contact with. Missy was and will always be an inspiration.

Colleen Chambers Schultz, 73, passed away April 25, 2016 in San Antonio, Texas.

She was born September 15, 1942 in Graham, Texas to Collin and Grace (Schunks) Chambers. She is preceded in death by her parents and nephew Don Pruit. 

Colleen graduated in 1960 from Lovington, New Mexico, and later attended the University of Texas. She worked in various administrative positions such as human resources, paralegal work, and court transcribing. For the last 20-plus years, she worked for the Geo Corporation as a human resources generalist. Colleen was a devoted and faithful Christian who attended various churches throughout her life. During her time in Austin she was a member of St. Luke’s Episcopal Church where she served on the Altar Guild. 

Survivors include her children: Melanie Wilson and husband Jim of San Jose, Costa Rica; James Collin Harris of Huntsville, Texas; Jonathan Schultz of Kansas City, Missouri; sister, Christine Pruit and husband Morris Pruit of Jacksboro, Texas; grandchildren: Hope Davis and husband, J.D. of Huntsville, Alabama.; Candice Hancock and husband Mark of Columbus, Mississippi.; Collin Lane Harris and Avery Grace Harris of The Woodlands, Texas; great-grandchildren: Wilson Hancock and Anna Hancock of Columbus, Mississippi; nephews Charlie Pruit and Aaron Pruit of Jacksboro, Texas; previous husbands: Joe Harris of Houston, Texas and Roger Schultz of Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. She also leaves behind other extended family members, co-workers and friends. She was an amazing sister, mother, grandmother and friend. 

A funeral service was held Sunday, May 1, 2016 at First United Methodist Church Jacksboro with interment following in Oakwood Cemetery in Jacksboro. Please visit www.cokerfuneral.com for a video tribute.

Thank you to all those who have kept the family in your prayers. “For You are with me; Your rod and staff, they comfort me.” -Psalms 23:4

Evelyn Irene Hobson passed away at her home in Jacksboro Wednesday May 4, 2016. She was 77 years old.

She was born November 8, 1938 in Jacksboro, Texas to John Henry and Rosie (Whitson) Hobson.

Evelyn was a bookkeeper for Hurd Oil Company and a member of Live Oak Baptist Church. She was a loving and kind Christian woman.

She is preceded in death by her parents and her siblings Lola, Edna, Hubert and Gilbert.

Evelyn’s memory will be cherished by her many nieces, nephews, and friends.

Services will be at 2 p.m. Saturday at Live Oak Baptist Church with burial following in Oakwood Cemetery. Visitation will be prior to the service at 11 a.m. Saturday at Live Oak Baptist Church under the direction of Coker Funeral Home

Please visit www.cokerfuneral.com for online tributes.

Kelly Glenn Curtner passed away at her home in Conroe, Texas Sunday May 1, 2016 at the age of 56.

She was born September 1, 1959 to William “Bill” and Marinette “Polly” (Day) Kimberlin.

Kelly grew up around Graham and Jacksboro, and ultimately, graduated from Lubbock High School in Lubbock, Texas. She lived in Jacksboro, Graham, and Conroe for most of her life and worked as a realtor for many years.

She is preceded in death by her father Bill Kimberlin and her mother Polly DeVoss.

Survivors include her sons Billy Kyle Easter and wife Erica, David Curtner and wife Courtney; grandchildren Ellie Easter, Ashtyn Easter, Luke Easter, David Paul Curtner and Carver Leigh Curtner (due in May); siblings, Wanona Norrell, Arthur Kimberlin; and many other extended family members and friends.

Visitation was from 6-8 p.m. Thursday May 5, 2016 at Coker Funeral Home. A graveside service will be held at 10 a.m. Friday May 6, 2016 at the Post Oak Cemetery in Breckenridge, Texas. A reception will follow at 1 p.m. Friday May 6, 2016 at the First United Methodist Church in Jacksboro, Texas.

Please visit www.cokerfuneral.com for online tributes.

Debra Ann Baker went to be with her Lord and Savior on Friday April 29, 2016 in Jacksboro. She was 61 years old.

She was born November 19, 1954 in Jacksboro, Texas to Edward Raymond and Shirley Christine (Bodey) Crowley.

Debra was a homemaker and she also took care of her grandchildren. She was a member of Bethel Assembly of God Church but most importantly she was an amazingly kind and loving mother, grandmother, sister and friend.

She is preceded in death by her late husband Jim Baker, son Michael Jay Baker, brother Rodney Crowley, mother Shirley Bodey Workman and father Raymond Crowley.

She is survived today by her husband Robbie Reeves, daughter Wendy Bowers, son Jonathan Pierce, grandchildren Hailey Bowers, Landrey Epps, and Michael Jay Pierce; siblings Ronnie Crowley, Connie Eason, Donnie Crowley, Christella Workman, Preston Workman, Christina Armstrong; and many other extended family members and friends.

In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to the Debra Baker Memorial Fund at Jacksboro National Bank, PO Box A, Jacksboro, Texas 76458.

Services were Tuesday, May 3, 2016 at Bible Baptist Church with burial in Lynn Creek Cemetery.

Jane Hawkins Felkner, 75, passed away Saturday, April 23, 2016 at Baylor Scott and White Hospital in Waxahachie, Texas after being admitted on Wednesday, April 20, 2016 suffering from breathing difficulty caused from COPD and emphysema.

Jane was born November 12, 1940 in Jacksboro, Texas to Leon and Ruth Hawkins. She attended Jacksboro ISD and graduated from Jacksboro High School in May 1959. She attended Stephens College in Columbia, Missouri, and received her LVN Nursing Certificate and worked in the Jack County Hospital when she married James L. Felkner November 14, 1981 in Jacksboro, Texas. James had graduated from Texas A&M University with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Industrial Technology in May 1965. They resided in Richardson, Texas after honeymooning in San Francisco.

Jane became a housewife as James was employed by InteCom in Allen, Texas as facilities engineer. James and Jane resided in Plano, Texas for 25 years as James worked for MCI Telecommunications and Alcatel Telecommunications as facilities engineer. 

In 1995, James retired from the telecommunications industry and the couple formed their company, Felkner Enterprises, to assist with the power systems installation maintenance for ADT Securities Systems.

As James continued to work for ADT, Jane developed emphysema and received treatment from her favorite doctor, Dr. Timothy Betz in Plano. The emphysema continued to worsen and Jane had to be on 24-hour oxygen treatments daily to sustain her breathing capability. Jane and James had to be near her pulmonary doctors so they moved to Arlington and lived with James’ brother, Charles, for 5 1/2 years.

As Jane’s medical condition continued to worsen, she had to accept assisted living at The Covenant Place in Waxahachie to receive medical treatment in 2013. Jane was the precious and loving wife for James as they were married for 33 1/2 years before her death.

Jane is remembered by James, her loving husband, Roy and Karen Felkner and their two daughters, Andrea Mazo and Amanda King along with their husbands and family and James’ brother Charles.

A memorial service was held Monday, April 25 at First Baptist Church of Jacksboro officiated by Therrol Dubois. Following cremation, internment will be in Oakwood Cemetery.

Dorothy Nell Estes passed away at her home in Wizard Wells, Texas. She was 75 years old.

She was born on March 18, 1941 to Daniel Fletcher and Caldonia “Callie” Damron in Jack County, Texas. 

Dorothy married Bill Estes at the stroke of midnight January 1, 2000. She was a loving caregiver before retiring and also a homemaker. She enjoyed life to its fullest with a laugh that all will remember fondly. Dorothy enjoyed playing golf, shuffleboard, bowling, and spending time with her family which she dearly loved.

She is preceded in death by her parents; her son David Rhodes, and her brothers Billy Dan, Winford, Myria, Ronald, and Marvin Damron; her sisters Juanita Long and Grace Gary.

Dorothy is survived today by her husband Bill Estes of Wizard Wells; her son Johnny Rhodes of Odessa; her siblings Larry Damron and wife Lounette, L. D. Damron and wife Rinda, Dwight Damron, Wanda Scarber, Helen Tilghman and husband Harold and Karen Strickland and husband Henry; six grandchildren Joni, Christopher, David Lee, Jody, Cody, and John; seven great-grandchildren and many nieces, nephews, extended family members and friends.

Services were held Thursday, May 12 at Christian Missions Church with burial following in Roberts Branch Cemetery.

If so desired memorials may be made to Wizard Wells Baptist Church, 189 Sanders Street, Jacksboro, Texas 76458.

Mable Emogene Nanson passed away Friday, May 13, 2016 in Decatur, Texas. She was 86 years old.

She was born on May 21, 1929 to William Eugene “W. E.” and Nora Mildred (Keeter) Bruton in Elbert, Texas (Throckmorton County)

Emogene graduated from Throckmorton High School. She married the late Frank Pickens Nanson on March 1, 1968 in Oklahoma. She lived in Perrin, Texas for many years and was a member of the First Baptist Church there. She loved to bake for her family and also had a wedding cake business of her own. Most importantly, she loved her family, working many times 3 jobs at one time to provide for them.

Emogene is preceded in death by her parents; husband Frank Nanson; son Eddie Gober; sister Marie Castleberry; brother Weldon Bruton and two great-grandchildren Melody Skye Cortez and Donaven Jack Gober.

Among those who will cherish her sweet memory include her children Brenda Reeves and husband Bobby of Olney, son Larry Gober and wife Laura of Stephenville; sister Cora Lee Howard and husband Dave of Paradise; three grandchildren she raised Renae Prestridge, Cindy Berry and Trey Prestridge; other grandchildren include Summer Gober, Heather Nance, Amanda Gober, Shelby Gober, Shanel Otts and Jacqueline Gober; 16 great-grandchildren; one great-great-grandchild; and many other extended family members and friends.

Services were Wednesday, May 18, 2016 at First Baptist Church in Perrin with burial following in Keeter Cemetery in Elbert, Texas (Throckmorton County).

Please visit www.cokerfuneral.com for online tributes and a video tribute.

Tom Loftin, age 75, went to meet his Lord and Savior May 16, 2016.  

Tom was born February 17, 1941 to Lee and Lelia Calvin Loftin in Loving, Texas. He attended school in Loving and Graham, graduating from Graham High School in 1958. On June 5, 1969, he married Patricia Ann Long, the love of his life. 

After graduation with a Bachelor of Business Administration and Master of Education degrees from North Texas State University, he taught school in Mineral Wells, Palo Pinto, and McKinney. From 1970 to 1984, Tom worked as a vocation area consultant for the Texas Education Agency serving schools in 48 counties in North and Northeast Texas. From 1984 until his retirement from his education career, he served as assistant superintendent for Gainesville. After his retirement from Gainesville, he served as principal for Henrietta and superintendent for Megargel. Tom also taught various college courses at North Texas State University and at Sheppard Air Force Base in Wichita Falls. Tom supervised student teachers for Midwestern State University in Wichita Falls.

Tom and Pat were longtime owners and operators of the Double Bar Ranch. Part of the ranch is a recognized Texas Century Ranch, having been in the same family for over 100 years. They received the 2006 Outstanding Cooperator Award presented by the Noble Foundation. 

Tom was a licensed Real Estate Broker specializing in sales of farms and ranches. Tom served for many years on the Brazos Telephone Board of Directors and as president of the Markley Cemetery Association. He was very active in his church, Memorial Christian Church of Jacksboro, serving as church treasurer, deacon, and parish council member for several years.

Tom is survived by his wife, Patricia “Pat” of Windthorst; two daughters, Alison Hale and her husband Randy of Fort Worth, and Sherry King and her husband Cavin of Lindsay. He is also survived by two very special granddaughters, Logan and Lindsey King of Lindsay; a special cousin who seems like a son, Chuck Calvin and his wife Barbara of Olney; sister-in-law Jan Johnson and her husband Scott of Collinsville and two nephews Scotty Johnson and his wife Kelli and Ross Johnson and his wife Kim, all of Seminole.

Memorial Services will be held at 2 p.m. Friday, May 20, 2016, at Memorial Christian Church in Jacksboro. Private family burial will be in Markley Cemetery under the direction of Morrison Funeral Home. Visitation was from 5-7 p.m. Thursday, May 19, 2016 at Morrison Funeral Home in Graham, TX.

In lieu of flowers, Tom’s family suggests Markley Cemetery Association or Memorial Christian Church Building Fund for memorial donations, as both were very special to him during his life.

Bradley David Horton born August 8, 1953 passed away March 23, 2016 at his home in Jacksboro.

He is preceded in death by his wife Veronica Horton, his father George L. (Chunk) Horton and stepdad Abel O. Cruz.

He leaves behind his mother Dorothy Cruz, his sister Christie Cook, his brothers Eric Cruz, Greg Horton, Dudley Horton, Harold Horton; his four children Franklin Horton, David Vargas Horton, Sallie Horton and Marilu Horton and five grandchildren.

His celebration of life lunch will be at 1 p.m Saturday, May 28, 2016 at Live Oak Baptist Church in Jacksboro.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Solaris Hospice, 2250 FM 51 #400, Decatur, Texas 76234.

Mark Wayne Williamson passed away Thursday, May 26, 2016 at the age of 62 at his home in Jacksboro.

He was born February 21, 1954 to W. A. “Dub” and Betty Jean (White) Williamson.

Mark was a computer programmer and website builder, he was managing partner and co-Founder of Star Gazer Data Systems, LLC and studied Avionic Instrument Systems at USAF School of Applied Aerospace Science. He was a member of FAM, AFAM, AASR, AAONMS, ROJ, JOW and Kachina Club. He was captain of the stage at the Shrine Auditorium for 3 1/2 years, a Mason, and a United States Air Force Veteran.

He is preceded in death by his parents.

Survivors include his wife Kristie (Geer) Williamson; children Sasha Staggs Sweatt and Garrett Howell; siblings Billy Earl Williamson and wife Adina; Laura Jennings and husband Danny; Paul Andrew Williamson; Sarah Crowley and husband Donnie; three grandchildren Gavin, Kiersteen and Micah.

A graveside service was held Sunday May 29, 2016 at Post Oak Cemetery.

Charles Dalton Self, of Jacksboro, Texas passed away on Monday May 30, 2016 in Wichita Falls, Texas. He was 78 years old.

Charles was born on February 19, 1938 to Steven Lewis and Viola (Whitsitt) Self in Jack County, Texas. His father passed away when he was 8 years old and Viola married Erno Woody. Erno raised Charles as his own son.

Charles married Linda Pippin on December 9, 1961. He was self-employed in the oil field and a member of the Assemblies. But most importantly he was a loving and kind husband, father, brother, grandfather and friend.

He is preceded in death by his parents; his mother and father-in-law J. E. and Marie Pippin; his cousin Alton Self and brother-in-law Walter Tilghman.

His memory will be cherished by his wife Linda; his children David Self; Buzz Self and wife Tammy and Trena Osteen and husband Mark; brother Richard Self and wife Linda; sisters Marie Cafagna and husband Ron, Joyce Tilghman and Patsy Self; grandchildren Charla, Dustin, Nicole, Travis, Lindsey, and April; great-grandchildren Trey, Katie, Abby, Haylie, Sarah, Emry; and soon-to-be great-grandchildren Haddie and Harper; and many other extended family members and friends.

Services will be Thursday June 2, 2016 at 2 p.m. at Coker Funeral Home Chapel with burial following in Roberts Branch Cemetery. Visitation will be Wednesday at 6 p.m. at Coker Funeral Home. Please visit www.cokerfuneral.com for online tributes and a video tribute.

Janey “Nanny” Lambert, 83, of Perrin, Texas passed away Thursday June 2, 2016 in Mineral Wells, Texas.  Graveside service was Sunday, June 5 in Gibtown Cemetery.

Doris (Faulknor) Ogle, 75, of Jacksboro, Texas, passed away Monday June 6, 2016. Services were Wednesday, June 8, 2016 at Coker Funeral Home Chapel in Jacksboro with burial following in Wesley Chapel Cemetery.

James Roy Dorman, 68, of Jacksboro, Texas went to be with his Lord on June 3, 2016. 

He was proceeded in death by his mother Vivian (Watkins) Dorman Hicks, father E. C. Dorman Jr., in-Laws Charlie and Velma Slimp, and brother-in-law Larry Carter.

He is survived by wife Cynthia Ellen Dorman of 39 years, daughter and son-in-law Kim and Brian Veselka and granddaughter Madison Veselka, all of Jacksboro, Texas; Dana Sue Smith of Hot Springs Arkansas; sister-in-law Pat Carter of Carrollton, Texas; brother-in-law and sister-in-law Mike and Cathie Slimp of Fort Worth, Texas; nieces and nephews, Christi and Andrea Carter of Carrollton, Texas, Scott and Andrea Carter of Rowlett, Texas, Stacie Slimp Poynor of Jacksboro, Texas, Tonya and Luke Armstrong of Jacksboro, Texas, Stephenie Slimp of Fort Worth, Texas, Stan and Samantha Slimp of San Antonio, Texas, Brian and Melissa Slimp of Galveston, Texas, and David Webb of Hot Springs, Arkansas. A host of many great-nieces and nephews, cousins and friends whom he loved so much.

Following cremation, a celebration of his life will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday, June 11, 2016.

Please visit www.cokerfuneral.com for guestbook.

Billie Gaskin, 97, of Jacksboro, Texas passed away on Monday, June 13, 2016 in Graham, Texas. Graveside services were June 16 at Oakwood Cemetery in Jacksboro.

Gregory Ray Hesteande died Tuesday, June 14, 2016 in Wichita Falls, Texas. He was 53.

He was born July 28, 1962 in Jacksboro, Texas to Edward Ray and Linda Earlene (Cowger) Hesteande.

He graduated from Jacksboro High School in 1980 and worked as a truck driver for Grable Oil Company for 16 years.

Survivors include his children Megan and Dustin Hesteande of Kansas and Krysten Hesteande of Wichita Falls; parents Ray and Linda Hesteande; grandson Keiondrae Wilcox; brothers Bruce Hesteande and wife Theresa; and Steve Hesteande; one nephew Blake Hesteande.

A Graveside service was held 10 a.m. Friday, June 17, 2016 at Wesley Chapel Cemetery in Jack County.

Memorials may be made to Concerned Citizens, 400 E Pine, Jacksboro, TX 76458.

William F. Weaver, 72, of Southlake, passed away May 29, 2016. William’s Celebration of Life will be held 11 a.m. Saturday, June 25 at J.E. Foust & Son Funeral Home in Grapevine.

Shelly Johnson Wyneken, 46, passed away on Wednesday, June 15, 2016. A memorial service was held Monday, June 20, 2016 at Coker Funeral Home Chapel.