Local obituaries for Hawkins Funeral Homes
Bobbie Lucille Morris
Oct 17, 2025
Chico ~ Bobbie Lucille Morris, 91, went to be with our Lord Friday, October 17, 2025 in Chico.
Funeral Service is 10:00 a.m. Wednesday, October 22nd, at Morris Memorial Methodist Church in Chico with burial at Cumby Cemetery. Family will receive friends 6-8 p.m. Tuesday at Hawkins Funeral Home in Bridgeport.
Bobbie was born on October 17, 1934 to William Daniel and...
Bobby C. Jones
Sep 15, 2025
Bobby Champ Jones, 84, of Jacksboro, Texas, entered into eternal rest on September 15, 2025, surrounded by the grace and peace of his Lord and Savior.
Born on January 30, 1941, in Knox City, Texas, Bobby was the beloved son of Casey and Berniece Jones. Throughout his life, Bobby’s faith was his foundation. He was a devoted member of Bridgeport Methodist...
Janette "Jan" McLellan
Oct 14, 2025
Janette “Jan” McLellan
July 29, 1954 – October 14, 2025
Janette McLellan, known to all as “Jan” of Kennedale, Texas, passed away peacefully on October 14, 2025. She was born on July 29, 1945, and grew up in Ft. Worth, where she attended Polytechnic High School. Jan spent many years working in the oil and gas industry as a production assistant, where...
Tina Jennings
Sep 25, 2025
Tina Jennings, a cherished wife, mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully on September 25, 2025, in Decatur, Texas, leaving behind a legacy that will be fondly remembered by all who had the privilege to know her.
A memorial service to celebrate Tina’s life will be held at First Baptist Church in Alvord, located at 205 E. Boling St, Alvord, Texas,...
William Charles Baird
Oct 16, 2025
William “Bill” Charles Baird, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and
cherished member of the Wise County community, passed away on October
16, 2025, in Decatur, Texas. Born on April 3, 1942, in DeKalb, Illinois, to
Thomas and Mandy Baird, Bill lived a life defined by hard work, faith, and
love for his family.
For more than 20 years, Bill served as a store manager for...
Doris L. Lancaster
Oct 14, 2025
Bridgeport ~ Doris L. Denton Lancaster, 92, went to be with our Lord Tuesday, October 14, 2025 in Decatur.
Graveside Service is 11:00 a.m. Monday at East Bridgeport Cemetery. Family will receive friends 3-5 p.m. Sunday at Hawkins Funeral Home in Bridgeport.
David Pugh to officiate.
Doris was born on May 31, 1933, to Olin and Ruby Lee (Prater) Denton in Hillsboro, Texas....
Arma Jean Mueller
Oct 10, 2025
Arma Jean Mueller, a devoted and compassionate individual, passed away peacefully on October 10, 2025, in Decatur, Texas, at the age of 89. Born on March 26, 1936, in Dallas, Texas, Arma embodied a life of service and dedication to her profession and community.
Arma pursued her passion for nursing with great commitment, earning her RN degree from Southern Methodist University...
Velda "Jean" Marlett
Oct 8, 2025
Velda "Jean" Marlett, a cherished wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, daughter, sister, and friend, passed away peacefully on October 8, 2025, in Bowie, Texas. Born on February 1, 1941, in Fries, Virginia, she dedicated her life to serving others both through her career and her loved ones.
Jean began her illustrious career in nursing by earning her LVN in 1959, followed by...
Rebecca "Becky" Ruth Jones-Phillips
Oct 7, 2025
Rebecca (Becky) Ruth Phillips, 75, of Fort Worth, was called home to be with our Lord on Tuesday, October 7, 2025, in Fort Worth, Texas.
Funeral service will be Saturday, October 18, 2025, at Hawkins Funeral Home in Boyd, with burial at Boyd Cemetery. Family will receive friends one hour prior to the service.
Rev. David Hunter will be officiating. Pallbearers will...
David Allen Isenberg
Oct 7, 2025
David Allen Isenberg, born on July 29, 1958, in Conneaut, Ohio, passed away on October 7, 2025, in Dallas, Texas. He was a cherished father, brother, and friend, whose presence illuminated the lives of those fortunate enough to know him.
David spent many years as a dedicated truck driver, a career that aligned perfectly with his passion for the open road....
Buel (McCombs) Self
Oct 6, 2025
Buel (McCombs) Self, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and friend, passed away on October 6, 2025, in Chico, Texas. Born on January 8, 1953, in San Marcos, Texas, Buel led a life filled with passion, hard work, and an unwavering love for his family.
A dedicated house mover for over thirty years, Buel was not just known for his expertise...
Jerry Claude Selph
Oct 4, 2025
Jerry Claude Selph, 85, of Decatur went to be with his Lord Saturday, October 4th, 2025 at his home surrounded by his loved ones.
Graveside Service is 11:00 a.m. Wednesday, October 8th at Oaklawn Cemetery. Family will receive friends at 10:30 a.m. before the service at the cemetery. Tom Merritt will officiate.
Jerry was born March 24th, 1940 to Richard Astor and...
Bobby Underhill
Oct 3, 2025
Paradise ~ Bobby Underhill, 85, went to be with our Lord Friday, October 3, 2025 in Paradise.
Graveside service is 10:00 a.m. Wednesday, October 8th, at Wilson Prairie Cemetery. Family will receive friends 6-8 p.m. Tuesday at Hawkins Funeral Home in Bridgeport.
Jack Blankenship and Steven Bernard to officiate. Pallbearers are Bryan Williams, Roger Wooley, Daniel Patton, Jonathan Patton, Jacob Patton, and...
Robin Mowery Garrett
Sep 28, 2025
Robin Mowery Garrett, a beloved figure in the lives of all who knew her, passed away on September 28, 2025, in Denton, Texas, at the age of 70. Born on September 21, 1955, in Artesia, California, Robin touched the lives of many throughout her journey and leaves behind a legacy filled with love, laughter, and compassion.
A memorial service to celebrate...
Gary Peterson
Sep 27, 2025
Gary Sherman Peterson, 84, passed from this earth Saturday, September 27th, 2025 peacefully at his home.
Memorial Service is 2:00 p.m. Saturday, October 11th, 2025 at hawkins Funeral Home Chapel in Decatur, Texas.
Gary was born July 31st, 1941 to Sherman and Martha Peterson in Council Bluffs, Iowa. He was united in marriage October 7th, 1995 to Penny in Denton, Texas. Gary...
Dr. Jack Marvin Elsom
Sep 26, 2025
Dr. Jack Marvin Elsom, PhD., 92, of Decatur went to be with his Lord Friday, September 26th, 2025 in Justin, Texas.
Graveside service is 11:00 a.m. Tuesday, September 30th, 2025 at Oaklawn Cemetery. Family will receive friends at 10:30 a.m. at the Cemetery before the service. Gerre Joiner will officiate.
Jack was born June 8th, 1933 to Fred Marvin and Nannie Belle...
Leware Toole
Sep 25, 2025
Leware Toole, a devoted educator, cherished mother, and faithful servant, passed away peacefully on September 25, 2025, in Grapevine, Texas.
She was born on August 10, 1939, in Collierville, Tennessee. Leware dedicated 42 years of her life to the field of education before retiring from Boyd ISD, leaving a lasting impact on countless students. An alumna of Memphis State University and...
Coke "C.L." Loyd Gage, Jr.
Sep 23, 2025
Coke Loyd “C.L.” Gage, Jr. was born in Decatur, Texas on February 7,
1947, and on September 23, 2025—at the age of exactly 78 years, 7
months, and 16 days—he received his wings. True to form, he probably
started telling his first story before they even finished checking him in at
Heaven’s gate.
C.L. was the son of Coke Loyd Gage, Sr. and Angie Marie...
Donald Craig Smith
Sep 21, 2025
Donald Craig Smith
January 7, 1950 – September 21, 2025
Donald “Craig” Smith, 75, of Runaway Bay, Texas, passed into the loving arms of his Lord and Savior on Sunday, September 21, 2025.
Craig was born on January 7, 1950, in Mineral Wells, Texas, to Donald and Martha Ann Smith. He grew up in Jacksboro, where he graduated from Jacksboro High School in...
Paul Pickens
Sep 21, 2025
William Paul Pickens, 63, went to be with our Lord Sunday, September 21, 2025 in Decatur.
Celebration of Life is 5:00 p.m. Saturday, September 27, 2025 at U-Turn World Ministries in Chico, 306 N HWY 101 Chico, Texas 76431.
Paul was born on March 22, 1962, in Dallas, Texas, to Paul Stephen and Dorothy Faye (Worley) Pickens. He married Tammy Miller on...
