Mary Beth Roper left this life to be with her Savior on Feb. 1, 2020. Services were held at 1 PM Tuesday, Feb. 4, at the First United Methodist Church in Bryson. Burial will be in Cottonwood Cemetery. The family received friends from 5-7 PM Monday at McMillan-Satterwhite Funeral Home.

She was born March 30, 1932 to Luther and Myrtle (Huber) Hester in Oran. She attended schools in Bryson and was a graduate of Bryson High School. She attended North Texas University and later became a private piano and voice teacher. She played piano for many school related activities and Church events as well as playing for funerals and weddings at home and in surrounding communities.

She was a long-time member of the United Methodist Church where she became Church pianist at an early age, later becoming organist, a position she filled for around 30 years.

She married Bill Roper from Henrietta on May 14, 1955. They remained happily married until Bill’s passing in January of 2004. They were parents of their only daughter, Tresda Neff who survives her. Other survivors include a granddaughter, Staci Neff; a grandson, Jesse Neff and wife Elizabeth; 3 great grandchildren, Tyler Neff and Jennifer, Natalie Neff and Ethan Neff and a great great grandson, Nicholas Neff. She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, a sister Mildred Hester, a brother John Hester and by her son in law, Jackie Neff.

Kathlyn Jo Mealio Brumfield was born Jan. 23, 1966 in Homestead, Fla., to William Frederick Mealio and Norma Kay Heath Mealio. She married Jeff Wayne Brumfield August 12, 1989 and they remained happily married for 31 wonderful years together. Jo is a mother to two children, Hannah Jo Ashley and Jonathan David Brumfield and “Mamaw” to grandson Aiden Layne Ashley. 

For over 15 years, she worked as a kindergarten teacher, librarian, elementary teacher, and special education teacher at her beloved Perrin-Whitt CISD, her alma mater. Jo also served for several years as an officer, on the Perrin Whitt school board, worked as an election judge for Jack County, and was a swimming aerobics instructor in Jacksboro. She loved teaching Sunday school, working with children, and spending time with her family, especially her newborn grandson. Jo was a member of Southside Church of Christ in Mineral Wells, where she volunteered and assisted with many ministries such as Sunday school teacher, VBS instructor, Leadership Training for Christ, Opportunity Camp registration, and would never miss the annual Fireman’s angel tree shop and wrap.

Jo entered into eternal life with Jesus on Feb. 1, 2020, at the age of 54. Memorial services were held Friday, Feb. 7 at 2 pm at Southside Church of Christ in Mineral Wells. Immediately following, she was laid to rest in Perrin Memorial Gardens.

Pallbearers were Jeff Brumfield, Jonathan Brumfield, Travis Ashley, Marks Mealio, Scott Fowler, Sean Fowler, Zip Brazeal, Timothy Brazeal. Honorary pallbearer is her daddy Fred Mealio.

She is survived by her parents Fred and Kay Mealio; her beloved husband Jeff Brumfield; children Hannah Ashley and Jonathan Brumfield; siblings Becky Fowler and Marks Mealio; grandchild Aiden Ashley; and numerous nieces, nephews, and wonderful, cherished friends.

Edgar Elmer Long, 89, went to be with our Lord on Sunday, Feb. 2, 2020 in Graham.

Visitation was held Tuesday, Feb. 4, from 12 p.m. to 2 p.m. at Live Oak Baptist Church in Jacksboro. A funeral service immediately followed at 2 p.m.

Edgar was born May 20, 1930 in Jack County to James Robert Long and Fredonia Ann (Hayes) Long. He married Ava Juanita Damron on Oct. 7, 1950 in Loving. Edgar lived here in Jack County his entire life. He was a farmer, rancher and dozer operator for over 60 years. Edgar was a member of the Northside Church of Christ and several organizations including Texas Cattle Raisers Association, National Rifle Association, Texas Farm Bureau and the Truce Cemetery Association.

He loved to be outdoors hunting, fishing, and trapping hogs. Edgar also enjoyed writing songs, singing and playing his harmonica.

Edgar is preceded in death by his wife Juanita Long, parents James Robert and Fredonia, brothers

Robert, Orville, O.C., John; sisters Nora and Myrtle; son-in-law Edward Maxwell.

Those left behind to cherish his memory are children Rick Costanza and wife Arsie, Carolyn Smith and husband Rick, Darlene Maxwell, Donna Skinnell and husband Lee, Eddie Long and wife Sherry, Renitta Long, Sherry Long, and Kim Dungan and Fiance Steve Morris; along with 17 grandchildren, 28 great grandchildren, and 3 great great grandchildren.

Jarrelyn (Middlebrooks) Lang was born in Jacksboro on Oct. 17, 1941 to Atticus Middlebrooks and Maggie Lee (Harper) Middlebrooks. She shuffled off this mortal coil on Wednesday, Feb. 5, 2020 in Dalhart. She graduated from Jacksboro High School in 1960 and went on to earn a BA degree in English and Latin from North Texas State University in Denton. Jarrelyn married Jack Lang of Dalhart on July 12, 1964.

Her first three years of teaching were in Dalhart. She also taught in Jacksboro and Mineral Wells, and managed the Buccaneer Stamp Store in Dalhart for about 18 months. She finished her teaching career where she started, back in Dalhart. She taught many subjects in her tenure as a teacher, but nearest and dearest to her heart were English and Latin. After teaching for a total of 37 years, 29 of which were in Dalhart, she retired at the close of the 2003 school year.

Jarrelyn was a member of First Christian Church in Dalhart and its Missionary Guild, Dalhart Classroom Teachers Association, Texas Classroom Teachers Association, and the Middlebrooks Family Association. She was an avid crossword puzzle solver. She also enjoyed researching genealogy, about which she published many articles in various newsletters.

Survivors include her sons David of Dallas, and Jarrell of Dalhart; one sister, Barbara Gaston of Bonham; and several nieces, nephews and cousins.

She was preceded in death by her parents; Atticus and Maggie Lee, her husband of 35 years, Jack, and her older sister; Alice Holland.

Services were held at First Christian Church in Dalhart at 10 a.m. on Saturday, Feb. 8, followed by burial beside husband Jack in Memorial Park Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be given to First Christian Church, the National Breast Cancer Society or the Alzheimer’s Association.

Weldon Lee Canford, 81, passed away peacefully Feb. 10, 2020 at home in Cameron, Mo. where he and his wife had recently moved. He was surrounded by loving family members.

Weldon was born Jan. 7, 1939 at home on the family farm North of Perrin to Aaron Lee Cranford and Juanita Wilhoit Cranford. He was brought up in a Christian home. His family were active members of the First Baptist Church Perrin. Weldon accepted Christ as his Lord and Savior at the age of 13.

He married Dorothy Clark on March 1, 1958 in Perrin by Reverend W.H. McQueary who also married his parents. He graduated Perrin High School in 1957 and then attended Texas A&M and Weatherford College.

Weldon was a farmer and worked with his dad on the family farm growing up and until his dad’s death in 1965. He and Dorothy had their own farming operation and also owned and operated the Perrin Grocery for several years. He owned an independent insurance agency in Jacksboro for 15 years and returned to full time farming. His happiest days were working with his wife and daughters on their farm. Weldon loved God and instilled in his children the value of having a personal relationship with Jesus Christ. He also encouraged them to work and to be active in 4-H where life lessons were also learned. He helped them and inspired them with their own projects showing lambs and calves at livestock shows.

Weldon was a member of First Baptist Church, Perrin. His legacy is his family and his cheerful spirit, always smiling. He enjoyed life and nature. He and Dorothy enjoyed traveling in their RV and shared may happy memories. He also loved the mountains.

He is survived by his wife of 62 years, Dorothy; daughters and sons-in-law, Lorraine Seay and husband Dan of Mineral Wells, Lyndie Stephens and husband Alan of Cowgill, Mo. The pride and joy of his life, his grandchildren, Rance Seay and wife Ashley, Dr. Rachel Hunter and husband Dr. John Hunter, Aaron Stephens and wife Suzan, and Andrew Stephens; precious great granddaughter Vera Mae Stephens and soon to be second great granddaughter; Sister-in-law Mary Clark; and numerous cousins, nieces, nephews and extended family and friends.

Weldon loved his family and will be sorely missed by them and his many friends.

The family would like to offer heartfelt thanks to the doctors, nurses at Mineral Wells Nursing and Rehabilitation, Kindred Hospice of Mineral Wells, Comfort Care Hospice of Cameron, Mo., and special care givers, Melissa McMinn and Kayla Carter.

Funeral services were held Monday, Feb. 17, First Baptist Church, Perrin at 2 p.m.

Reverend Mark Sims, pastor, officiated. Visitation was 1-hour prior to the service at the church. Burial followed in Perrin Memorial Gardens Cemetery.

If so desired memorial by be made to First Baptist Church, Perrin Building Fund, P.O. Box 38, Perrin, Texas 76486 Or Perrin Memorial Gardens Cemetery, P.O. Box 91, Perrin, Texas 76486.

David Leon Cowley, Sr., was born Sept. 5, 1933 in Colorado Springs, Co. and passed Feb. 19, 2020 in Olney.

Leon served in the U.S. Army, and then served Geer Tank Truck until retirement. He was an avid fisherman and for decades could often be found out on the Jacksboro Lake every weekend. Leon was known for his quick wit and sense of humor, which was still evident in his final days. Leon is survived by his wife, six children Debra Watson, Frank Cowley, Karen James, Barb Roemer, David Cowley and Carla Ellis. 16 grandchildren, and numerous great grandchildren. Leon will be missed and forever in our hearts.

S.E. Kinder, Jr., 92, passed away Sunday, March 1, 2020 in Fort Worth. Funeral was 11 a.m. Wednesday, March 4 in Morrison Funeral Chapel in Graham. Burial followed in Cottonwood Cemetery in Jack County. Arrangements were under the direction of Morrison Funeral Home. 

S.E. was born Oct. 22, 1927 in Jack County to the late Rebeca Ethel (Ballew) Kinder and Samuel Edward Kinder, Sr. He married Ruby Glidewell, Sept. 3, 1950 in Jack County. He was a lifetime resident of Jack County where he worked in the oilfield for several years. S.E. was a farmer and rancher and the Manager of the Halsell Ranch in Jack County. S.E. enjoyed fishing, hunting and telling stories to anyone that would listen.

Survivors include; wife, Ruby Kinder of Jacksboro; daughter, Debbie Newman and husband Vernon of Jacksboro; sons, David Kinder and wife Carla of Breckenridge, Kevin Kinder and wife Neysa of Weatherford, and Sammy Kinder and Debra Duffy of North Lake; grandchildren, Cody Conner, Tammy Miller, Eric Kinder, Erin Kinder, and Shalane Kinder; great grandchildren, Cheyenne Stretcher, Kaycee Conner, Chloe Miller, and Braxton Dean Kinder; sister, June Mirike of Fort Worth. 

S.E. was preceded in death by a great grandson, Laramie Conner, four sisters and a brother.

Dalphine Geer Lane, 89, entered heaven March 7, 2020 surrounded by her family.

Services will be Saturday, March 14. Visitation will be at 10 a.m. with services following at 11 a.m. at Coker Funeral Home in Jacksboro. Burial will follow at Wood Cemetery in Barton Chapel.

Dalphine LaDell Geer Lane was born Feb. 10, 1931, in Jacksboro to Willie and Vida (Simpson) Geer. She married Jerral Kenneth (J.K.) Lane in Jacksboro on June 14, 1949, they celebrated 68 years of marriage.

Dalphine was a wife, mother, and homemaker. She kept and loved many children in her home throughout the years. Dalphine was a member of First Baptist Church of Alvarado, a Rainbow girl, Lady Lion and Telephone pioneer where they stated an Easter egg hunt for blind children. She volunteered at John Peter Smith Hospital for 14 years and helped in opening the gift shop. Dalphine and J.K. were instrumental in starting delivery for meals on wheels in Whitney and surrounding area. She also enjoyed volunteering at Loaves and Fishes Food Bank in Granbury.

She is preceded in death by her husband Jerral Lane; mother, Vida Geer; father, Willie Geer; brothers, Willie and Jesse Geer, and sister, Ruby Shields.

She is survived today by her children, Jerry and Linda Lane of Granbury, Judy and Joseph Bunch of Grandview, and Belinda and Joe Paul Boyd of Alvarado; grandchildren, Jerral Lane, David Norris, Kyle and Alexis Lane, Sara Norris, Joshua and Olivia Lane, and Christina and Dustin McGrath, and Carla Hamilton ; great grandchildren, Taylor Norris, Jace and Jett Lane, Landry and William Lane, and Grace McGrath; sister, Mary Givler of Granbury, and numerous nieces and nephews.

In lieu of flowers, please send memorials to Meals on Wheels Hill County.

CL Raper, 95, a long time Parker County resident, WWII veteran, retired Montgomery Ward truck driver and farmer, passed away at the West Fork assisted living facility in Weatherford on Tuesday, March 10, 2020.

Funeral arrangements were provided by the Galbreaith-Pickard Funeral Chapel with a graveside Celebration of Life followed by burial on Monday, March 16,  at 11 a.m. at Memory Gardens - The Valley in Weatherford. CL was born Aug. 17, 1924, in Jack County and was a resident of Parker County from 1957 until his death. CL was preceded in death by Dixie, his wife of 59 years; parents, Thomas and Allie Raper, and sisters, Jewell Stewart and Oleta Wolfe.

He is survived by two sons, Jimmy C. Raper and wife Carolynn of Aransas Pass, and Creede, Colo.; and Jerry Lyn Raper and wife LaDawna of Poolville. CL was a grandfather to Mathis Lyn Raper, Bobbie Jean Horton, Tyler Handley, Lenny Ann Kucenski, Rebecca Temple, Sam Tishler, and Jon Mark Raper. He is also survived by nine great grandchildren, as well as a number of nieces, nephews, and several caring friends and neighbors.

In lieu of flowers please consider making a donation to the American Kidney Fund at www.kidney.org.

Wesley Allen Damron left his home on earth Sunday, March 15, 2020 and is now at peace in Heaven.

Wes was born Sept. 23, 1965 to Wilfred and Pauline Damron in Graham. He grew up in Bryson, where he was a member of the First Baptist Church.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Wilfred and Pauline Damron.

He is survived by aunts, Joyce King, of Bryson, and Juanita Damron, of Jacksboro; a host of cousins and friends. He also leaves behind his best friend and faithful companion, Maggie.

A visitation was held from 6 to 7 p.m. Wednesday, March 18, at Coker Funeral Home Chapel in Jacksboro. Funeral Services were 10 a.m. Thursday, March 19, at First Baptist Church of Bryson with burial following at Cottonwood Cemetery in Bryson.

Edward Wallace Miller passed away March 15, 2020 surrounded by loved ones in Katy. Born Dec. 22, 1943, Ed grew up in Jacksboro and attended college at Texas Tech University. He spent his adult life in Olton, Houston and Katy. Ed’s life was dedicated to high school education where he spent 37 years as a teacher, coach and administrator, retiring from Cy-Fair High School in 2003 after 20 years as an assistant principal.

Ed’s passions included sports, family, and friends. He cherished the time that he spent with his best friend and wife, Linda. In the fall, he never missed high school football games - his favorites being, watching his son play or coach. He spent countless hours on the golf course, and in later years, playing shuffle board and he loved listening to country and western music. According to Ed, his goal in life was to be a good friend. Everyone who knew him will agree that he truly succeeded at that. Ed was known for his outstanding intelligence, his quick sense of humor and his constant generosity.

Ed is survived by his wife, Linda; son Jeff Miller and wife Angel of Rockdale; daughter Janet Stackhouse and husband Russell of Cypress; step-sons Jason Mattern and his wife Emily of Boerne and Jeremy Mattern of Houston; grandchildren, Gunner and Payton Miller, Abigail Burton and her husband John, Emily Waters and her husband Colin, Katie and Madison Stackhouse, Jacob, Lily, and Trevor Mattern; great-grandson, Jeremiah Waters; as well as numerous friends and former students.

The family will hold a private burial and will schedule a public memorial service celebrating Ed’s life at a future date. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that contributions be made to Teaming Up to Fight Childhood Cancer (1802 O’Kelley Rd., Rockdale, TX  76567) or Cy-Fair Athletic Booster Club (22602 Northwest Fwy, Cypress, TX 77429).

Sandra Kay Tuel passed away March 20, 2020 in Wichita Falls. A memorial service for Sandra will be held at a later date.

Sandra was born June 17, 1947 in Graham and was a lifetime resident of Bryson. She was a graduate of Bryson High School and was an active member of the Bryson Ex Students Association and the Homecoming Committee. She was a member of the Bryson School Board for many years and coached in Bryson for two years. Sandra played basketball at Midwestern State University. She was married to George Tuel for 51 years and he preceded her in death last December. Sandra was a long-time member of the First Baptist Church in Bryson.

Survivors include two sons, Brent Tuel and wife Kim of Bryson, Todd Tuel and wife Hope of Willow Park; three sisters, Becky Walden and husband Johnny, Terry Dennis and husband Tony, Sherry Ford and husband Mike; four grandchildren, Grayson Tuel, Taylor Tuel, Tyler Tuel and Reese Tuel and one great grandchild. She was preceded in death by her husband and by her parents, Alvin Burt and Gwen Burt McLane.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Bryson Ex-Student Association Scholarship Fund.

Michael Lee Underwood, 45, passed away Tuesday, March 17, 2020. He was born Jan. 7, 1975 in Eastland. Michael was an avid hunter, great fisherman and a Dallas Cowboys fan through and through. He retired as a Sr. Chief from the United States Navy. During his 23 years of service, Michael had been deployed to Iraq, Bahrain, Italy and San Diego. He also received Sailor of the Year on two separate occasions. Upon retirement, Michael moved back to Texas where he purchased his first home on Lake Granbury. He was preceded in death by his father, James Underwood and sister, Wendy Underwood-Raspaud.Survivors include his mother, Candice and David Mitchell; daughter, Kyndra Ables; sister, Jennifer Underwood; brother, Monty Mitchell and wife Lauren; sister, Heather Jennings and husband Cory; nieces and nephews, Kason Smith, Bryson McGee, Camery Woods, Jax Raspaud, Kylie Raspaud, Jeremiah Woods, Elijah Robinson, Brayden McGee; numerous aunts, uncles, cousins and friends.

Visitation was from 4-6 p.m. Sunday, March 22 at his parent’s home in Whitt. Funeral services were 2 p.m., Monday, March 23 at First United Methodist Church in Jacksboro with burial following at Perrin Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family request donations be made to the Wounded Warrior Project.

Wanda Ruth Hughes passed away on Friday, March 20, 2020 in Fort Worth.

Graveside Service was held on March 24 at 2 p.m. at Perrin Memorial Gardens.

Wanda was born on Feb. 3, 1947 in Jacksboro to Howard E. Johnston and Mary Nash Johnston. She was a lifelong resident of Perrin where she was a member of Spark Springs Christian Advent Church. Wanda married the love of her life, Gene Hughes in Perrin on Oct. 29, 1966. She loved playing bunko with her friends and volunteering at the Clothes Closet for 20-plus years. Most of all she loved spending time with family and taking care of her loved ones.

Wanda is preceded in death by her parents; brother, James Johnston and sister Edith Johnston. Those left behind to cherish her memory are her husband Gene Hughes; brothers, Marlin Johnston of Madisonville and Bobby Johnston of Perrin; along with 10 nieces and nephews and numerous great nieces and nephews.

In Lieu of flowers please make donations to Clothes Closet, P.O. Box 700, Jacksboro, Texas 76458 or to charity of your choice.

Harriet Jane Campsey Sides. Oct. 27, 1944 to March 25, 2020.

A great Texas lady left the stage last Wednesday. Harriet Sides, also known to some of her family as Janie, was 75. 

Harriet’s “stage” was an area of north Texas, in particular the towns of Jacksboro and Wichita Falls, between which lay Happy C Ranch established more than 100 years ago by her great grandfather Joseph Campsey. She and her much loved husband L.W. Sides enjoyed a marriage of 32 years, having met and later married in Tyler on Oct. 4, 1986. 

They were a charismatic couple, not afraid to work the cattle together, who also enjoyed national and international travel and made enduring and cherished friendships during their life together. Members of the Post Oak Baptist Church, they worked seamlessly as a team. L.W.’s death at the age of 85 in the early Summer of 2018 saw a certain slowing of Harriet’s life, but her dedication to family and friends was undiminished.

Harriet was a proud alumnus of Wichita Falls High School and Texas Tech. Following university and a first marriage, tests and trials beset her early years, some spent further afield as a newly single mother. She moved to Tyler and brought up her devoted sons Will and Wade Mangum with equal amounts of care, determination and tenacity.

She was a force to be reckoned with, becoming a leading light in the Cub Scouting movement, the Red Hat organization and a co-founder and first president of the Post Oak Crime Watch group. She and L.W. were longstanding members of the Wichita Falls Club. Harriet was especially proud to continue her father, Harry Campsey’s support of the Boys and Girls Club of Wichita Falls. Despite recent mobility issues she was able to attend the Dec. 7 opening of the North West Texas Field and Stream Boys Hunting Lodge outside Jacksboro. The Boys Deer Hunt event was co-founded by her father in 1967, closely followed by the annual Girls Fishing Day some years later. Both events still take place each year.

In time, Harriet earned the status of family matriarch and with L.W. maintained and nurtured family connections throughout Texas and beyond. Their own family grew and included Will and Denise Mangum of Jacksboro and Wade Mangum and Malcolm Brown of Austin together with L.W.’s daughter and son from his first marriage: Kathy Crawley and Gevan Werley of Baytown and Tom and Pam Sides of Willis. She is survived by her brother and sister-in-law Mike and Julie Campsey and beloved stepmother Geneva Campsey, five grandchildren, five great-grandchildren and three great-great-grandchildren. Harriet was preceded in death by parents Harry and Melba Leatherwood Campsey.  

The weeks since New Year brought Harriet many physical hardships which she fought through one by one. Her love of life was still strong, but being told last week that her neuropathy meant that she could no longer walk, was perhaps one challenge too many. Late on Wednesday night, with Wade and Will at her side, she quietly and peacefully slipped away.

At the end, when the last page is turned, surely all that matters is this: were you loved and did you make a difference? The family and friends of Harriet Jane Campsey Sides have one answer: Yes.

A private service will be held due to current social distancing requirements. The family will host a celebration of her life later in the year.

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

The story of Roy Ronald “Butch” Blakley began in Altus, Okla. on Oct. 23, 1944.  Roy was a wonderful man that was loved, is missed and will always be cherished. He was an amazing husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother and friend. Roy was born to Roy and Erma Allsup Blakley. Roy grew up in Altus with siblings Terry, Fairlene, Charlotte, Ann, Jan and Randy. 

In Altus, at the age of 14, Roy met the love of his life Betty Snow and married her on Aug. 18, 1961. They remained happily married for 59 years until his passing on March 28, 2020. Roy and Betty had two sons, Hoss and Robby, their pride and joy. Roy was a great dad.  

Hoss and Robby later grew up and followed their Dad’s footsteps by marrying the loves of their lives. From there, came grandchildren. Roy’s grandchildren were his heart and joy. There was no denying that. He proudly wore the name “PaPa”. Vanessa Michell, Amanda Kay, Nathan Cole, Stacy Sheree and Kaycee Lynn were loved by their PaPa with everything he had. PaPa would argue that his grands were the most beautiful, perfect beings and there was no convincing him otherwise. From the time they could each sit up on their own, he would put drumsticks in their hands. He just hoped that one of the grands would be a musician. Then life got a bit sweeter and the great-grands came along. With the great grands, he received a new title of “PaPa Butch”. He was the proud PaPa Butch of Maggie, Cayden and Kolby Larrison along with Brodie and Baker Beech. 

Loved ones that will miss Roy always in all ways are his wife, Betty Blakley, son Hoss Blakley and wife Kathy, son Robby Blakley and wife Becky, Grandchildren, Jace and Vanessa Larrison, JR and Amanda Beech, Nathan Blakley and Carsyn Crawford, Stacy Blakley, Kaycee Blakley and Tyler Durant. Great grandchildren Maggie, Cayden and Kolby Larrison, Brodie and Baker Beech. Extended family including Fairlene, Charlotte, Ann, Jan, Joyce, Penny, Tommy and Jan and numerous nieces and nephews. Loved ones that he reunited in heaven with are his parents, Roy and Erma Blakley, brothers Terry and Randy Blakley, Betty’s parents Earl and Betty Snow, brother-in-law Johnny Snow and nephew Terry Blakley, Jr.

A memorial service honoring Roy’s life will be held on Wednesday, April 1 at 2 p.m. at the Church of Christ located 105 East Eberhardt St. in Perrin.

Honorary pallbearers are Nathan Blakley, Jace Larrison, Tyler Durant, JR Beech, Gregory Snow, Bradley Snow, Pete Hutton, Mike Hutton, Joey Hutton, Billy Riley, Bruce Gillespie, Kevin Switzer, David Clark, Benny Fisher, Danny Joe Blakley and Randy Blakley.  

The family would like to thank each of you for your prayers and support. If unable to attend, you may view the service on the Perrin Church of Christ Facebook Page. In lieu of flowers the family asks that you make a donation in Roy’s name to the Perrin Church of Christ, PO Box 297, Perrin, Texas, 76486.

Rosie Lee (Jane) Smith Spradling went to be with her Lord, Monday, March 30, 2020 in Jacksboro. Jane was born Sept. 7, 1926 in Joplin to Alfred and Iva Jennings Smith. She was married to J.A. Spradling on June 2, 1944 in Jack County. He preceded her in death in 1979.

Jane was a long-time member of Liveoak Baptist Church. She was treasurer of her class for many years. All of the women in her class were very special to her.

Jane was preceded in death by her husband and three brothers, Haron, A.L. and Billie Joe.

Jane is survived by her four children, Glenda Moore of Jacksboro, Larry and wife Mary of Chillicothe, Gary and wife Dean Spradling of Truce and Neva and husband Tommy Wilson of Perrin; 14 grandchildren; 25 great grandchildren; 15 great great grandchildren; numerous nieces and nephews and a host of friends. 

For the last ten years, Jane (or Rosie as she was called) has lived at the Faith Community Nursing and Rehab where she made many friends. Jane’s life is best described as living each day caring and living for her family.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Truce Cemetery, 14177 State Hwy 59, Bowie, TX 76230.

Formerly of Jacksboro, Henry Delzon “Possum” Elenburg, 83, went to be with our Lord Sunday, April 5, 2020 in Bridgeport.
Graveside Service was 2:00 p.m. Wednesday, April 8, at Oakwood Cemetery in Jacksboro. Open Visitation was 5 to 9 p.m. Tuesday at Hawkins Funeral Home in Bridgeport.
Tony Elenburg officiated. Pallbearers include Mike Thornton, Wes Karawasek, Gene Bolton, Blake Bowen, Rusty Weirline, Carl Smith, Lane, Gunter, Kane and Kagen Elenburg.
Possum was born on Oct. 15, 1936 to Cecil and Iona (DeShane) Elenburg in New Port. He was united in marriage to the love of his life, Wanda Jean Nichols on June 14, 1957 in Gainesville. He was an avid farmer and rancher. Possum worked from an early age in the oilfield service industry for many years until his retirement. He loved spending time with his family and friends.
He was preceded in death by his parents; his daughter in law, Sylvia Elenburg; his brother, Wayland Elenburg.
Those left behind to cherish his memory are his wife of 62 years, Jean Elenburg of Bridgeport; his sons, Bryan Elenburg and wife Loretta of Runaway Bay, Brad Elenburg and Carolyne Willis of Bridgeport, Kirby Elenburg of Runaway Bay; his daughter- in-law Phyllis Elenburg, his six grandchildren, Lorren Tarp and husband Barry, Lane Elenburg and wife Misty, Gunter Elenburg and wife Kendra, Kagen Elenburg and wife BreAnn, Keili Gornbein and husband Jake, Kane Elenburg and wife Allie;  12 great grandchildren, his sister Nell Harris of Mineral Wells, numerous extended family members, and a host of friends.
In lieu of flowers if so inclined, you may make a donation to the Wise County Animal Shelter in Possum’s name.
 

Carley Neil Jackson was born on June 4, 1953, to Troy and Betty (Martin) Jackson in Jacksboro. He joined an older brother, Billy Odell, and stepsister, Ruth Anita (Duree). Neil went to his heavenly home on April 4, 2020, as a result of metastatic lung cancer.

Neil attended school in Jacksboro and graduated from Jacksboro High School in 1971. During his younger years he spent a lot of time with grandparents, Leon and Nora Martin, on their farm. He enjoyed hunting, fishing and working with the horses and cattle. He was never too busy or too tired to saddle a horse for his two young nieces to ride and he stayed close by to make sure the girls were safe. Neil was a devoted brother with a kind, loving heart. When his brother developed terminal cancer, Neil stayed with Odell until the battle was lost.  

Neil was employed with the City of Runaway Bay until he retired at age 62. Then he stayed busy mowing and doing yardwork for the public. Recently he was a hunting guide for Oxferd Outfitters. His love of the outdoors and hunting served him well in this profession where he became a valued employee and friend.

Neil was preceded in death by his parents, Troy and Betty Jackson, grandparents, Leon and Nora Martin, brother, Odell Jackson and great-nephew, James Tyler Womack. He leaves a stepsister, Ruth Rogers, and her husband, James, of Jacksboro; niece, Angela Womack, and her husband, John, of Mansfield; and niece, Christi Pfau, and her husband, Russell, of Stephenville. He also leaves great-nephews Justin Womack and Zach Pfau and great-niece Emily Womack.

The family greatly appreciates the care and concern of Neil’s employer and friend, James Ray.  Also, many thanks to the doctors, nurses, case workers, and pastoral care in the ICU of United Regional Hospital in Wichita Falls.

Should friends desire, memorial contributions may be made to the City of Jacksboro Animal Shelter, 1070 US Hwy 380 West, Jacksboro, TX 76458, or to Concerned Citizens, 400 East Pine Street, Jacksboro, TX 76458. 

Anna Belle Cotton passed away Sunday, April 19, 2020 at a local hospital. She was born March 18, 1925 in Mangum, Okla. Anna was a member of Rock Creek Road Baptist Church. She taught for 35 years in the Whitt and Perrin School Districts. She was a great mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and a dedicated teacher who will be greatly missed. 

Anna was preceded in death by her husband, Joe Cotton; mother, Grace Tipps; and two daughters, Patricia Kay Cotton and Bonnie Prochaska.

Survivors include her sons, Russell Cotton and wife Virginia, Randy Cotton and wife Lyn; her two granddaughters she raised, Christy Delk and Shannon Rhoades; grandchildren, Heather Andersen, Stacey Nepveux, Yancey Andersen, Stephanie Burdine, Jessica Cotton, Lance Cotton, Amanda Mata, Tiffany Nimphius, Amanda Clower, Cassandra Guile, and Rebecca Roberts; numerous great grandchildren, great-great grandchildren; nieces, nephews, friends and students. 

Anna will be lying in state at Baum-Carlock Bumgardner Funeral Home Wednesday, April 22, and Thursday, April 23, from 9 a.m. till 9 p.m. A private family graveside service was held at 2 p.m., Friday, April 24 at Rock Creek Road Cemetery. 

A special thank you to the staff at Palo Pinto Nursing Center for the love and care they provided to Anna during the past 7 years.