Local obituaries for Hawkins Funeral Homes
Juan Madrid
Apr 25, 2026
Juan Madrid, 51, of Runaway Bay passed from this earth Saturday, April 25th, 2026.
Mass of Christian Burial is 10:30 a.m. Monday, May 4th at Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary Catholic Church in Decatur with burial at Oaklawn Cemetery. Family will receive friends 6-8:00 p.m. Sunday, May 3rd at Hawkins Funeral Home in Decatur, with Rosary at 7:00 p.m.
Juan was...
Jerry Wayne Lee
Apr 29, 2026
Rhome ~ Jerry Wayne Lee, 76, of Rhome, went to be with our Lord on Wednesday, April 29th, 2026, in Fort Worth.
Graveside Service is 11:00 a.m. Monday, May 4th, at Aurora Cemetery. Family will receive friends 4:00 – 6:00 p.m. Sunday at Hawkins Funeral Home Chapel in Boyd. Wise County Veterans Group will provide military honors.
Honorary Pallbearers are Jason Kurtz,...
Billie Farley
Apr 29, 2026
Billie “Bill” Farley, 83, passed away on April 29, 2026.
Bill was born on August 13, 1942, in Evarts, Kentucky. In his later years, he made his home in Decatur, Texas, where he lived a steady life centered around the people he loved.
He was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Sharyn Farley, in 2017.
He is survived by his brother, James...
Helen Davis
May 1, 2026
Helen Davis, 83, of Alvord went to be with her Lord Friday, May 1st, 2026 surrounded by loved ones.
Funeral is 10:00 a.m. Tuesday, May 5th at Hopewell Baptist Church in Alvord with burial at Hopewell Cemetery. Family Visitation is 6-8:00 p.m. Monday, May 4th at Hawkins Funeral Home in Decatur.
Sam Kirkland and Dan Sparkman will officiate. Pallbearers include Jeremy Davis,...
Bobbye Arlene Nelson
Apr 25, 2026
Alvord ~ Bobbye Arlene Nelson, 80, went to be with our Lord Saturday, April 25, 2026, in Decatur.
Funeral Service is 11:30 a.m. Saturday, May 2nd, at Twin Oaks Assembly of God in Bridgeport with burial at 11:15 a.m. Wednesday, May 6th, at DFW National Cemetery. Family will receive friends at 10:00 a.m. Saturday at the church.
Lenda Tedder to officiate. Pallbearers...
Misty Nicole Drake
Apr 18, 2026
Misty Nicole Drake, 43, of Denton entered into the arms of Jesus on Saturday, April 18, 2026 after a short battle of a rare form of colon cancer. A life well lived in a short amount of time. Misty was born on October 7, 1982 to Ernest Royce and Mary Evelyn (Stevens) Drake in Bedford, Texas. She was a licensed...
Stephen Wesley Venable
Apr 29, 2026
Paradise ~ Stephen Wesley Venable, 78, went to be with our Lord, Wednesday, April 29, 2026, in Denton.
Stephen was born on September 20, 1947, in Fort Worth. He retired from Poly Tech in Fort Worth, where he worked as a manufacturer. Stephen was a beloved father, grandfather, and friend to many who miss him dearly.
Those left behind to cherish his...
Geary Lewis Washburn
Apr 28, 2026
Geary Lewis Washburn, 85, of Decatur went to be with his Lord Tuesday, April 28th, 2026 surrounded by loved ones.
Funeral is 2:00 p.m. Saturday at First Baptist Decatur with burial at Oaklawn Cemetery. Family will receive friends 1 hour prior to the service at the church.
John Hogan and Gerre Joiner will officiate. Pallbearers are Kyle Stephens, Brian Whaley, David Cowan,...
Leon Coleman
Apr 25, 2026
Leon Coleman of Aurora, Tx passed away at his home on Saturday, April 25, 2026, at the age of 91. Leon was born October 4, 1934, in Delhi, Oklahoma to Lillian and Jesse Coleman. He attended school in Delhi, Oklahoma, and then Boyd, Tx graduating in 1952. On March 11, 1955, he married the love of his life, Delores Thornton....
Gabina Rodarte-Marquez Pacheco
Apr 25, 2026
Gabina Rodarte-Marquez Pacheco, de 72 años y residente de Rhome, partió a la presencia del Señor el sábado 25 de abril de 2026, rodeada de sus seres queridos.La Misa de Exequias se celebrará el sábado 2 de mayo 10 a.m. en la Iglesia Católica de la Asunción de la Santísima Virgen María, en Decatur. El velorio familiar tendrá lugar el...
Jimmie Ray Baird
Apr 25, 2026
.
In Loving Memory of Jimmie Ray “Pa” Baird
Our beloved Daddy, Daddy-in-law, Pa, Great-Grand Pa, and friend Jimmie Ray Baird, passed from this life into eternity with his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on April 25, 2026, surrounded by his family at his home in Alvord, Texas.
Funeral is 10:00 a.m. Friday, May 1st, 2026 at Mt. Zion Baptist Church in Alvord...
Carmen Ana Rivera-Ortiz
Apr 24, 2026
Carmen Ana Rivera-Ortiz, a beacon of joy and unwavering love, was born on March 16, 1933, in the vibrant city of San Juan, Puerto Rico. She passed away peacefully on April 24, 2026, at her cherished home, with her beloved son by her side—a serene farewell befitting a life filled with tenderness and warmth.
Carmen was a devoted homemaker whose radiant...
Margie Marie Young
Apr 23, 2026
Margie Marie Young, born Margie Marie Haney, passed away on April 23, 2026, at the age of 55. She was born on July 12, 1970, in Farmington, Missouri and made her home in Bridgeport, where she built a life centered on love, family, and compassion for others.
Margie was preceded in death by her biological parents, David and Alice Haney; her...
Lorenella Cooper
Apr 22, 2026
Lorenella “Nella” Cooper, 81, went to be with our Lord Wednesday, April 22, 2026.
Funeral is Saturday, April 25 at 11:00 am at Hawkins Funeral Home in Decatur with burial in Boyd Cemetery. Family will receive friends Friday, April 24, from 6:00-7:30 pm at Hawkins Funeral Home in Decatur.
Chad Monk will officiate. Pallbearers will include Brad Cooper, Dusty Cooper, Dalton Cooper,...
Terry Max Reynolds
Apr 21, 2026
Terry Max Reynolds was born on July 14, 1936 and passed away peacefully at the age of 89 on April 21, 2026 in Pittsburg, Texas.
Terry (known to loved ones as TR, Dad, Pappy, and Grandpa Terry) was born in Wise County west of Boonsville, TX and was son to Hollis Reynolds and Faye Conner Reynolds. He spent his childhood navigating...
Roy Arthor Steel
Apr 21, 2026
Roy Arthor Steel, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and community leader, passed away on April 21, 2026, in Denton, Texas. Born on December 22, 1942, in McAlester, Oklahoma, Roy lived a life marked by dedication, service, and heartfelt commitment to his family and his community.
Roy's journey was one of strong work ethic and service, beginning with his honorable retirement...
Amanda Beth Jones-Cortes
Apr 20, 2026
Amanda Beth Jones-Cortes, a woman whose life was marked by both dedication and vibrant spirit, was born on January 25, 1975, in the quiet town of Farmington, Missouri. On April 20, 2026, she departed this world in N. Little Rock, Arkansas, to be reunited with her beloved father, William M. Jones, and to join her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ.
Amanda’s...
Lance Parker
Apr 20, 2026
Bridgeport ~ Lance Parker, 55, went to be with our Lord on Monday, April 20, 2026, in Bridgeport.
Funeral service is 2:00 p.m. Monday, April 27th, at Hawkins Funeral Home Chapel in Bridgeport with burial at Thomas Cemetery. Family will receive friends 1 hour prior to the service at the funeral home.
Lance was born on August 19, 1970, to William Allen...
Perry Burch Reid
Apr 20, 2026
Perry Burch Reid passed away peacefully on Monday, April 20, 2026, surrounded by those who loved him. He was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and friend whose strength and kindness left a lasting impact on everyone who knew him.
Perry shared 55 wonderful years of marriage with his beloved wife, Debbie Reid. Together, they built a life centered on love, family,...
Richard J. Ivy
Apr 16, 2026
Richard J. Ivy, 92, went to be with his Lord Thursday, April 16, 2026.
Graveside Service is 11:00 a.m. Tuesday, April 21, 2026 at Sweetwater Cemetery in Decatur, Texas. Family will receive friends 6-7:30 p.m. Monday, April 20th at Hawkins Funeral Home in Decatur.
Richard was born January 29, 1934 to James and Alta Ellen (Gage) Ivy in Sweetwater Community outside of...
