Obituaries

Jul 9, 2025

Douglas D. Wheat made a peaceful transition from this life to the next on July 9, 2025, while surrounded by family and friends. Born in 1950 to Mary and Carrol Wheat, Doug loved to describe himself as “just a poor kid from Liberal, Kansas.” Although that moniker might accurately depict his roots, it doesn’t begin to capture the giant of...

2025

Denise recently passed away in Colorado surrounded by family. She was born in Fort Worth, Texas to Mildred Armstrong Dafcik and William (Bill) Dafcik. She is survived by son, Russell Padfield of Walla Walla, Washington; husband, Calvin Kimbrough; sisters, Anne Dafcik Potthoff and Emily Dafcik Watt, of Fort Worth.

Denise graduated from Trinity Valley School and Texas A&M University, with a...

Jul 5, 2025

Sarah Mary Ray Voelker passed from this life into the Kingdom of God on Saturday, July 5, 2025.

Mass of Christian Burial: 10:00 am Friday, July 11, 2025 at Holy Family Catholic Church.

Rosary and remarks will begin at 6:00 pm Thursday, July 10, 2025 at Thompson’s Harveson & Cole with visitation until 8:00 pm.

Private Interment: Greenwood Memorial Park.

Pallbearers: Sarah’s nephews.

Memorials: May...

Jun 27, 2025

Jason Reid Jenson, aged 39, passed away in Fort Worth, Texas on June 27th, 2025.

Jason was a life-long resident of Fort Worth having been born here on October 28th, 1985 as the only child of Martin Dale Jenson and Ellen Hancock Jenson. He was a 2006 graduate of Cassata Catholic High School and went on to earn certificates in airframe...

Jun 27, 2025

Mary Martha Weaver Silvestri, known to her friends and family as Markie, was born October 31, 1927, in Fort Worth, Texas, and passed away June 27, 2025.  Her parents were Dr. Orin Klippert Weaver and Cannie Rhea Weaver. Markie was raised on Grand Avenue and graduated from North Side High School in 1945.

She attended North Texas State College (now University of...

Jun 25, 2025

Kylie Marie Intfen, 20, of Azle, Texas, passed away on June 25, 2025. Born on March 10, 2005, in Fort Worth, Kylie was a vibrant and beautiful soul whose light touched everyone she met.

She was the cherished daughter of Eric and Crystal Intfen and the beloved sister of Will Intfen. She was preceded in death by her grandparents, George and...

Jun 23, 2025

William "Fred" Funk III, passed away on June 23, 2025, in Fort Worth, Texas.

Born on September 17, 1957, in Fort Worth, Fred was the son of William F. Funk and Elva Jo "Judy" Rainwater Funk. Fred graduated from Southwest High School (Class of ’75). He was a loving father, a proud Gramps, and a loyal friend. Fred had a lifelong...

Jun 21, 2025

Jennie Lou Berry Paget, 98, a resident of Ridgmar Place, died Saturday, June 21, 2025, at home, surrounded by her family.

A Memorial Service will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Friday, July 25, 2025 at Ridglea Presbyterian Church, 5000 Southwest Blvd, Fort Worth, TX 76116.  Jennie asked that in lieu of flowers and if desired, memorials be given to Ridglea Presbyterian...

Jun 18, 2025

David Cole Thompson, 42, departed this world and stepped into eternity with Jesus Christ on June 18, 2025, at 9:12 PM—peacefully, in the loving arms of his steadfast wife, Niki.

Cole was a loving husband, proud father, devoted son, loyal brother, caring uncle, and a faithful friend to many. He was an avid outdoorsman, a driven businessman, and a man of...

2025

Eileen Leslie Anderson Stancukas, DCSW, LCSW, BCD

December 1, 1944 -June 16, 2025



Eileen Leslie Anderson Stancukas passed away peacefully surrounded by the love of her family after a courageous journey through illness. She was 80.

Born on December 1, 1944, in Dyersburg, Tennessee, to Oscar (Thorsten) and Mary Rita Anderson, Eileen grew up in Chicago alongside three siblings - William, Robert (deceased),...

Jun 15, 2025

Marilyn Wasek Seely, 86, passed away June 15, 2025.

Mass of Christian Burial: 9:00 a.m. Thursday, June 19, 2025 at St. Thomas Becket Catholic Church,  3550 SW Loop 820, Fort Worth, TX 76133.

Interment: 1:00 p.m. in Mart Cemetery, Mart, Texas.

Memorials: Should friends desire, memorials may be given to the Alzheimers Association...

Jun 13, 2025

Kenneth Derwood Elliott passed away June 13, 2025 at the age of 89.

He was a U.S. Air Force veteran. During the early years in the Air Force he met the love of his life, Nancy DeBlois, where she was also serving our country.

Per Kenneth’s wishes, there will not be a service or viewing...

Jun 8, 2025

Javier Enrique Viloria León, de 30 años, de Fort Worth, TX falleció el domingo 8 de junio de 2025.

Nació el 6 de julio de 1994, hijo de Luis Viloria y Diomara Leon.

Señor, gracias por la vida de Javier Enrique Viloria León. Gracias por...

Jun 7, 2025

L.O.  “Buzz” Brightbill III passed peacefully on Saturday, June 7, 2025, at home, with his loving family by his side.

He was born in Fairmont, West Virginia, on June 20, 1936, to L.O. Brightbill, Jr. and Mary Kennedy Smith.

Buzz earned his bachelors’s degree in industrial management from West Virginia University and graduated from the...

Jun 6, 2025

Jimmie Mooney (JT) was born on February 23, 1945, to James Burlon Mooney and Virginia Mae Stanley in Fort Worth, Texas. He peacefully passed away in his sleep June 6, 2025

JT loved to fish and enjoyed watching fishing shows every opportunity he had. Two of JT’s favorite places to eat were Whataburger and Waffle House.   He...

Jun 5, 2025

   TONI A. CRAVEN   

  May 30, 1944 – June 5, 2025    



  Toni Craven, 81, of Fort Worth, Texas, passed away peacefully on Thursday June 5, 2025 at her home surrounded by daughter, Kathryn, and close family friends.  



  Born on May 30, 1944 in El Centro, California.  Toni was the daughter of the late Hugh Anthony Craven and Norma Ruth Craven (Benton) of Pennsylvania....

Jun 5, 2025

Marian Rappich Kellerman, 71, of Arlington, Texas passed away peacefully on June 5, 2025, following a two-decade battle with a brain tumor.

Marian was born July 28, 1953, in Fort Worth, Texas to Dominic and Maggie Rappich.  She was the youngest of three sisters and graduated from Arlington Heights High School.  She married Scott Kellerman in 1977...

May 31, 2025

Marsha Faye Boyd, age 78, was born in Washington, Indiana to parents Carl and Mona Boyd. After losing her father at age 8, she and her siblings were raised and loved by her step-father, Arthur Snyder. She lived most of her life in Texas but always kept in touch with her Indiana family. She passed peacefully...

May 31, 2025

Jaymes Halbert Burr, 76, passed away peacefully on Saturday, May 31, 2025.

Visitation: 6 to 8 p.m. Sunday, June 8, 2025, at Thompson’s Harveson & Cole Funeral Home, 4350 River Oaks Blvd., Fort Worth, Texas.

Service: 10 a.m. Monday, June 9, 2025, at Riverpoint Church, 4736 Bryce Ave., Fort Worth, Texas....

May 29, 2025

Joseph “Joe” Marion Pearce, 98, died Thursday, May 29, 2025, in Fort Worth, Texas.

He is preceded in death by his beloved wife of 64 years, Rachel Sybil Pearce, who he faithfully cared for throughout her battle with Alzheimer’s. He is survived by his daughter, Irma Sippel (Mark); his son, Joseph Pearce (Vanessa); four grandchildren, Jennifer Klaerner...