Obituaries

Joan Fay Saunders

Joan Fay Saunders

Oct 27, 2026

Joan “June” Saunders, of Whitney, Tx, passed away to her heavenly reward on the morning of October 27, 2026.Joan, was born December 9, 1946, the youngest of 6 siblings, in Davidson County, Tennessee to the late Alex and Lomia Sparks. June, as all those near and dear to her, so lovingly called her, was a childhood nickname which came about...

Francisco Javier Tovar

Francisco Javier Tovar

Oct 27, 2026

Franky Tovar, a beloved son, brother, fiancé, uncle, cousin, and friend, passed away on October 27, 2026, leaving behind a world that is a little less bright without him.

Born in Dallas, Texas, Franky made his home in Whitney, Texas, where he continued to share his laughter, love, and one-of-a-kind personality with everyone fortunate enough to know him.

Franky was the kind...

Charles Daniel McDonald

Charles Daniel McDonald

Oct 25, 2026

Charles Daniel McDonald of Morgan Tx passed away surrounded by his loved ones on October 25,2026 of PPF he was a very loved husband, father, son, and Grandpa. 

Charles was born October 28,1972 in La Masa California. He was the son of Richard McDonald and Barbara Tate

Charles was survived by his wife, Dezarae McDonald and children Charles, June, Anna, Amber, Jewel,...

Ray Bright

Ray Bright

Oct 23, 2026

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our dear Ray "Junior" Bright on 10/23/2026, at the age of twenty-two. Born on 12/13/2003 in Granbury, Texas, Ray filled our lives with love, light, and laughter from the moment he came into the world.

Ray was the jokester of the family and devoted to his sisters. He loved...

Glen Cliett

Glen Cliett

Oct 18, 2026

Glen Cliett, 72, of Hillsboro, TX, transitioned to his Heavenly home on October 18, 2026. Funeral services will take place at 10:00 AM, Friday, October 23, 2026, at First Methodist Church, 315 East Elm Street, Hillsboro with burial to follow at Hillcrest Garden of Memory Cemetery, 3838 Texas 22, Hillsboro. A visitation will be held from 6:00 to 8:00 PM,...

Esteban Cruz-Vazquez

Esteban Cruz-Vazquez

Oct 18, 2026

Con el corazón lleno de tristeza y profundo dolor, anunciamos el fallecimiento de nuestro amado Esteban Cruz Vázquez, quien partió con el Señor el 18 de octubre de 2026, a la edad de 59 años.

Esteban fue un esposo dedicado, un padre amoroso, un abuelo orgulloso y uno de los hombres más trabajadores que se pudiera conocer. Fue un hombre...

Jennifer Ann Gaston

Jennifer Ann Gaston

Oct 16, 2026

Jennifer Ann Gaston, 78, of Whitney, Texas, passed away on October 16, 2026, in Hillsboro, Texas. She was born on December 1, 1947, in Bosque County to Ben and Anna Scott.

Jennifer grew up in Meridian, Texas, and was confirmed in the Lutheran Church as a teenager. While growing up she helped her mother run a local gas/grocery store and learned...

Thomas "Tom" Partridge

Thomas "Tom" Partridge

Oct 10, 2026

Tom was a gift.

--- a leader and a high achiever.

... trusted, respected, and honest.

... exact, accountable, resourceful, and strategic.

... resilient, a visionary, compassionate, generous, and encouraging.

He was an exceptional son, brother, husband, dad, grandpa, uncle, and friend.

He was full of faith. He loved others unconditionally, fought his battles through prayer, served as the hands and feet of Jesus, prioritized his...

Eric Stephen Kirchner

Eric Stephen Kirchner

Oct 9, 2026

Eric Stephen Kirchner passed away on October 9, 2026, at the age of 48. He was born on November 21, 1977, and will be remembered with love by those who knew him.

Eric’s life was marked by hard work, perseverance, and dedication. Over the years, he worked in several places, including Sonic, Subway, Walmart Distribution Center, and Ammo factory in Whitney....

Patricia Evans

Patricia Evans

Oct 9, 2026

On October 10th, 2026 Patricia Ann Evans completed her earthly journey and went to join our lord and loved ones who went before her.

Loving wife of James "Bud" Evans (deceased), sister of Wilbur Ellis (deceased) devoted mother of Tim Brady, Lillie Dudley, Scott Brady and Patty Brady, proud grandmother of 7, great grandmother of 16 and numerous nieces, nephews,...

Robert Tufts

Robert Tufts

Oct 9, 2026

Robert "Bob" Lee Tufts, 84, of Hillsboro passed away Friday, October 9, 2026, at Baylor Scott & White Hospital in Waco. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. Monday, October 19, 2026, at Marshall & Marshall Funeral Directors Chapel in Hillsboro with Reverend Curtis Schneider officiating. Burial will follow at Abbott Cemetery in Abbott, TX. Visitation will be held...

Michael Wayne Camp

Michael Wayne Camp

Oct 8, 2026

Michael Wayne Camp, age 54, passed away Thursday, October 8, 2026. Funeral services will take place at 11:00 AM, Thursday, October 15, 2026, at Marshall and Marshall Funeral Directors, Hillsboro, with burial to follow at Hillcrest Garden of Memory. Visitation will be held prior to the service from 10:00 to 11:00 AM, at Marshall and Marshall, Hillsboro.

He was born...

Eric Duane Mishler

Eric Duane Mishler

Oct 7, 2026

Eric Mishler, age 57, of Clifton, Texas, passed away peacefully on October 6, 2026. Though his passing leaves a deep and lasting sorrow in the hearts of those who loved him, his memory will live on through the laughter he shared, the loyalty he showed, and the countless moments that will forever be cherished by family and friends. 

Eric proudly served...

Sterling Angus Smith

Sterling Angus Smith

Oct 5, 2026

Sterling Angus Smith, of Clifton, Texas, lived a full and meaningful 90 years before peacefully ascending to heaven on Monday, October 5, 2026. In his final days and moments, he was surrounded by those who loved and cherished him. Though his passing leaves a profound emptiness in the hearts of those who knew him, his life was filled with love,...

David Joel Kuehn

David Joel Kuehn

Oct 5, 2026

David Joel Kuehn passed away suddenly on Monday, October 5, 2026. Funeral services will take place at 2:00 PM, Saturday, October 10, 2026, at Marshall and Marshall Funeral Directors, Hillsboro. Burial will follow the service at Hillcrest Garden of Memory Cemetery, Hillsboro. A visitation will be held from 6:00 to 8:00 PM, Friday, October 9, 2026, at Marshall and Marshall.

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Ray Dan Hancock

Ray Dan Hancock

Oct 5, 2026

Ray Dan Hancock, 67, was born on September 14, 1959, in Whitney, Texas, to Jim and Marguerite Overton Hancock. He passed away on October 5, 2026, in Dallas, Texas, following a brief battle with cancer.

From the very beginning, he showed the world just how strong and resilient he was. Facing challenges at birth, he proved the doctors wrong by far...

Jimmie Mae Harris

Jimmie Mae Harris

Oct 5, 2026

Jimmie Mae Harris, 92, passed away Monday, October 5, 2026, in Bedford, Texas. Funeral services will take place at 1:30 PM, Tuesday, October 13, 2026, at First Baptist Church, Hillsboro. Burial will follow at Hillcrest Garden of Memory Cemetery, Hillsboro. A visitation will be held from 11:00 AM to Noon, Tuesday, October 13, 2026, at First Baptist Church.

She was...

James Albert Evans

James Albert Evans

Oct 5, 2026

James Albert "Jimmy" Evans passed away Monday, October 5, 2026, in Whitney, Texas.

He was born October 25, 1949, to Marvin Wood Evans, Sr. and Elizabeth (Reno) Evans, in Sinton, Texas. Jimmy married the love of his life, Nancy Evans, on October 16, 1993, and is now reunited with Nancy and his parents and brother. He is having a long-awaited...

James Kenneth Boyd

James Kenneth Boyd

Oct 3, 2026

Jim Boyd of Whitney Texas passed away on October 3, 2026 at the age of 81 in Ft. Worth.

Jim was born on October 27, 1944. He was the son of Bradford Marion Boyd and Florine (Judy) Gilley Boyd.

Jim grew up in Whitney and went to Whitney School, graduating in 1963. He lived in Louisiana for a number of years working...

Leo Armando Hernandez

Leo Armando Hernandez

Oct 2, 2026

Leo Armando Hernandez, infant son of Matthew and Hannah Hester Hernandez, was born October 2, 2026, in Hillsboro and returned to be with Jesus on October 2, 2026. Funeral services will take place at 12:00 PM, Wednesday, October 7, 2026, at Marshall and Marshall Funeral Directors in Hillsboro. Burial will follow the service at Ridge Park Cemetery, Hillsboro. A visitation...