Local obituaries for Hawkins Funeral Homes
Oliver Emmert
Sep 16, 2026
Oliver Emmert, Jr. died on September 16, 2026, in Decatur, Texas, at the age of 83.
Born on February 3, 1943, in Borger, Texas, Oliver built a life defined by hard work, steady ambition, and a genuine interest in other people. He was a 1961 Bowie High School graduate and later studied electronics at DeVry Technical School. He also served in...
Lori Barrington
Jul 26, 2026
Lori Reddick Barrington, age 64, of Paradise, Texas, went home to be with our Lord on July 26, 2026, in Decatur, Texas.
Born on September 18, 1961, in Lawton, Oklahoma, Lori spent her life bringing beauty, laughter, and comfort to everyone she met. For over 40 years, she dedicated herself to her craft as a master hair stylist. For well over...
Frances Jean Richey
Nov 2, 2026
Memorial Service for Frances Jean Richey, 86, is at 7:30 p.m. Saturday, November 14th, at New Hope Fellowship Church in Chico. Family will receive friends from 6:00 to 7:30 p.m. Saturday at the church. Full obituary to follow.
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William Dwayne Parker
Oct 15, 2026
Chico ~ William Dwayne Parker, 74, passed away on Thursday, October 15, 2026, in Decatur.
Memorial Service is at 3:00 p.m. Sunday, November 15, 2026, at the Family Life Center in Bellevue - 713 4th St., Bellevue, Texas.
William was born on January 7, 1952, to William Preston and Margaret Ellen (Booker) Parker in Hunt County. He was united in marriage to...
Tamra Waterman
Nov 1, 2026
Tamra Waterman, 66, of Decatur, passed away Sunday, November 1, 2026.
Memorial Service is 5 PM on Sunday, November 15th. For more information please contact Megan.
Tamra was born on August 23, 1960, to John Cantrell Hayes and Shirley Young (Hayes) in Decatur, Texas. She was united in marriage August 11, 1990, to Kirk Waterman in Decatur, Texas. Tamra was a woman...
Suzanne Wilhelm
Oct 31, 2026
Haslet ~ Suzanne Wilhelm, 77, went to be with our Lord on Saturday, October 31, 2026, in Alliance.
Suzanne was born on June 29, 1949, to Gene and Elizabeth (Green) Webb in El Paso. She was united in marriage to John Wilhelm on May 5, 1973, in El Paso; they were together for 53 beautiful years. Suzanne received her bachelor's degree...
Janie Lynn Sparks-Hansen
Oct 31, 2026
Fort Worth ~ Janie Lynn Sparks Hansen, 76, went to be with our Lord on Saturday, October 31, 2026, in Fort Worth.
Janie was born on January 2, 1950, to James and Nancy (Irwin) Sparks in Fort Worth. She was united in marriage to Karl Jens Hansen on April 27, 2006, in Fort Worth; they were married for 20 wonderful years....
Margaret Irene Fischer
Oct 29, 2026
Decatur ~ Margaret “Nanny” Fischer, 86, went to be with our Lord on Thursday, October 29, 2026, in Decatur.
Margaret was born on January 6, 1940, to Thomas John and Ethel (Bendell) Smith in Ipswich, England. She was united in marriage to Wesley Loyal Fischer on May 26, 1957, in Ipswich, England. Margaret loved to cook and give things, even a...
Glen Robert Moore
Oct 28, 2026
Glen Robert Moore, 77, of Decatur, TX went to be with his Lord
Thursday, October 28, 2026.
Celebration of Life is 11:00 a.m. Tuesday, November 3 rd at First
Baptist Church in Decatur with visitation beginning at 10:00 a.m.
His son, Pastor Kevin Moore, will officiate. Pallbearers include
Kevin James Moore, David Moore, Stephen Earl Woods Jr,
Graydon Moore, Glen Michael Moore, Ian Moore, Daniel Moore,
and...
Lois Jane Fry
Oct 28, 2026
Lois Jane Fry Nov 26, 1946 — Oct 28, 2026 Bridgeport, Texas
Lois Jane Fry, of Bridgeport, Texas, passed away on October 28, 2026, in Denton after a brief illness, surrounded by her loving family. She was born on November 26, 1946, in Lampasas, Texas to Aubrey LaVaughn and Lenora Jane Perry. Lois will be remembered as a woman whose life...
Charlotte Rose Jackson
Oct 28, 2026
Bridgeport ~ Charlotte Rose Jackson, 87, went to be with our Lord on Wednesday, October 28, 2026.
Graveside Service is at 10:00 a.m. Saturday, October 31st, at East Bridgeport Cemetery.
Charlotte was born on January 26, 1939, to J.T., Jr. and Dorothy May (Huff) Goggans in Wills Point. She was united in marriage to James C. Jackson, Sr. on January 6, 1956,...
Derek Blaine Read
Oct 25, 2026
Derek Blaine Read, 59, of Paradise, went to be with our Lord on Sunday, October 25, 2026, in Durango, Colorado.
Derek was born on March 11th, 1967, to Ernest Eugene (Sonny) Jr. and Patricia Gay (Gentry) Read in Bridgeport, Texas.
Derek was a foreman at Kyle Erwin Construction and worked many years in the gas pipeline industry as a Pipeline Corrosion Technician.
He...
Luann Taylor
Oct 22, 2026
July 18, 1959 – October 22, 2026
With heavy hearts and cherished memories, we announce the passing of Luann Hughes Taylor, who passed away on October 22, 2026, in Decatur, Texas, at the age of 67.
Born and raised in California, Luann was a beloved mother, grandmother, daughter, sister, aunt, partner, and friend whose kindness, laughter, and love for life touched everyone...
Barbara Ann Rhine
Oct 21, 2026
Barbara Ann Rhine, 87, of Decatur went to be with her Lord Wednesday, October 21, 2026 in Bridgeport, Texas.
Graveside Service is 2:00 p.m. Tuesday, October 27th at Oaklawn Cemetery with family receiving friends 1 hour prior to the service at the cemetery. Craig Erb will officiate, pallbearers include Justin Morris, Cody Christian, Justin West, Jason Jones, Matt Melton, and Dustin...
Roy Lavois Davis
Oct 20, 2026
“It is with sad hearts that we announce the passing of Roy “Buddy” Davis on October 20, 2026, at the age of 77. Born on May 18, 1949, in Fort Worth, Texas, Buddy was preceded in death by his parents, Roy Davis and Roxie Hobbs; his brother, Steve Williams; and his brother-in-law, Vester “Ves” Venable.
Buddy graduated from Grapevine High School...
Danelle Irene Hill
Oct 18, 2026
Danelle Irene Hill, 70, of Alvord passed away Sunday, October 18, 2026, in Decatur, Texas.
Danelle was born on September 18, 1956, to Daniel Cornelios and Alice Irene (Rhinehart) Hill in Ft. Worth, Texas. She was an artist and member of First United Methodist Church in Alvord. Danelle was a beloved sister, aunt and friend to many who will miss her...
Carolyn "Jane" Wilson
Oct 18, 2026
Carolyn Jane Wilson, 84, of Weatherford, formerly of Paradise passed from this earth Sunday, October 18, 2026 in Ft. Worth, Texas.
Funeral Service is 11:00 a.m. Saturday, October 24th at Hawkins Funeral Home in Bridgeport with burial at East Bridgeport Cemetery. Family will receive friends 1 hour prior to the service at the funeral home.
Pallbearers include Ryan Stokes, Chris Wilson, Chase...
Mickey Denny Deemer
Oct 16, 2026
Bridgeport ~ Mickey Denny Deemer, 52, went to be with our Lord on Friday, October 16, 2026, in Bridgeport.
Mickey was born on March 5, 1974, to Denny and Linda Ruth (Davis) Deemer in Duncan, Oklahoma. He was united in marriage to Ruve Cooley. Mickey devoted 23 years of dedicated service as the night manager at Tom Thumb, where he took...
Eva Jo Fox
Oct 14, 2026
Eva Jo Fox, 93, of Decatur passed away Wednesday, October 14, 2026.
Funeral is at 2:00 p.m. Wednesday, October 21st at HawkinsFuneral Home in Decatur. Family willreceive friends 6-8:00 p.m. Tuesday, October 20th at the funeral home. Louis Horton will officiate. Pallbearers- Garret Potter, Josh Fox, Brad McCormick, E.C. Crump, Terry Porter, and Terry Glen Cassity.
Eva Jo was born May 5,...
Shannon Rena Rich
Oct 13, 2026
Shannon Rena Rich, 51, of Alvord passed away Tuesday, October 13, 2026.
Memorial Service is 10:30 a.m. Thursday, October 29th at Alvord Assembly of God Church with Philip Weitner officiating.
Shannon was born on July 7, 1975, to James Andrew and Patricia Lee (Tennison) Evans in Decatur, Texas. She was united in marriage March 29, 1996, to Michael Rich in Alvord, Texas....
