Obituaries

Terrie Lynn McDonald

Terrie Lynn McDonald

May 31, 2026

Terrie Lynn McDonald, born on March 26, 1959, passed away on May 31, 2026. Her journey through life spanned over six decades, marked by the grace and dignity with which she navigated the world around her.

Throughout her years, Terrie was known for her gentle spirit and steadfast resolve. She carried herself with quiet strength, leaving a lasting impression on those...

Carolyn Frank Benton

Carolyn Frank Benton

May 31, 2026

Carolyn Frank Benton, age 83, passed away Sunday, May 31, 2026, at her home in Denton, Texas. Funeral services will take place at 11:00 am, Saturday, June 6, 2026, at Marshall and Marshall Funeral Directors, Hillsboro. A visitation will be held prior to the service, starting at 10:00 am. Burial will follow the service at Hillcrest Garden of Memory Cemetery,...

Peggy Ray Stewart

Peggy Ray Stewart

May 29, 2026

Peggy Ray Stewart, a beloved native of Aquilla, Texas, passed away on May 29, 2026, at the age of 83. Born on April 15, 1943, to Ray and Mattie Faglie, Peggy’s life was deeply rooted in the community where she was raised. She graduated from Aquilla, Texas, and went on to marry William (Bill) Stewart. Together, they built a life...

Rod Kendall Hill

Rod Kendall Hill

May 29, 2026

Rod Kendall Hill, 68, of Denton, Texas, suffered a massive stroke on May 21, 2026, and passed away on May 29, 2026. He was born and grew up in Waco, graduating from Richfield High in 1975. During his childhood, Rod and his siblings enjoyed family vacations in their station wagon every summer. They traveled to many national parks, civil war...

Maria Dolores Medina

Maria Dolores Medina

May 28, 2026

Maria Dolores Medina, age 68, passed away Thursday, May 28, 2026. Funeral services will take place at 11:00 AM, Wednesday, June 3, 2026, at Marshall and Marshall Funeral Directors, Hillsboro. A visitation will be held from 6:00 to 9:00 PM, Tuesday, June 2, 2026, at Marshall and Marshall Funeral Directors, Hillsboro. Burial will follow service at Hillcrest Garden of Memory,...

Robert Gordon Penney, Jr.

Robert Gordon Penney, Jr.

May 28, 2026

Robert Gordon "Robbie" Penney Jr., 72. passed away at Whitney Nursing and Rehabilitation Center after a long and hard-fought battle with dementia.

Robbie was born on January 2, 1954, in Whitney, Texas, to Robert and Bonnie (Perkins) Penney at the old Whitney hospital, now known as The Endzone. He graduated from Whitney High School in 1972 and continued his education in...

Connie Johnson

Connie Johnson

May 27, 2026

Mr. Connie Clyde Johnson, 82, of Whitney, Texas, passed away on Wednesday, May 27, 2026. A celebration of life service will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Monday, June 1, 2026 at Marshall & Marshall Funeral Directors in Hillsboro, Texas. A visitation will be held at 1:00 p.m. prior to the service.

Connie was born on November 4, 1943, in Itasca,...

Joe Paul Crumpacker

Joe Paul Crumpacker

May 27, 2026

Joe Paul Crumpacker, age 86, of Milford, Texas, passed away Wednesday, May 27, 2026, in Milford. Funeral services will take place at 2:00 PM, Saturday, May 30, 2026, at Marshall and Marshall Funeral Directors, Hillsboro. A visitation will be held from 1:00 to 2:00 PM, prior to the service. Burial will follow the service at Itasca Cemetery.

Joe was a...

Verna Lee Harris

Verna Lee Harris

May 26, 2026

Verna Lee Harris, beloved wife, sister, aunt, and friend, passed away peacefully on May 26, 2026, at the age of 88. She was born on November 14, 1938, and lived a life filled with love, faith, generosity, and devotion to those around her.

Verna shared 68 wonderful years of marriage with the love of her life, Bob Harris. Together they built...

Beverly Orr

Beverly Orr

May 24, 2026

Beverly Orr, age 89, went to be with the Lord on May 24, 2026, at Hill Regional Hospital in Hillsboro. A graveside service will take place at 12:30 PM, Thursday, May 28, 2026, at Hillcrest Garden of Memory Cemetery, 3838 State Highway 22, Hillsboro, Texas. A visitation will be held from 10:00 am to 12:00 PM, on Thursday, May 28,...

Gary Merle York

Gary Merle York

May 20, 2026

Gary Merle York, born February 15, 1956, passed away peacefully on May 20, 2026, surrounded by loving family, just as he wanted. He was preceded in death by his parents, Vonda Lee York & Raymond C. York, and his brother, Steve York.

Gary’s life was defined by family, friendship, and adventure. He is survived by his children, Jason York, Justin York,...

Donald Gay Cockrell

Donald Gay Cockrell

May 19, 2026

Donald Gay Cockrell, of Laguna Park, Texas, went to be with the Lord on May 19, 2026. He was surrounded by loved ones.

Born on June 25, 1940, in Hillsboro, Texas, he was the beloved son of Thomas Brooks and Christine (Church) Cockrell. Don grew up in one of the pioneering families that helped establish Hill County. He attended Hillsboro High...

Barbara Ann Morris

Barbara Ann Morris

May 16, 2026

Barbara Ann (Hall) Morris, 90, originally of Parker, Texas, began her heavenly journey on May 16, 2026.

Barbara was born on March 25, 1936, in Parker, Texas, to Nannie and Fred Hall. She later lived in Dallas, Cleburne, Whitney, Joshua, and finally in Fort Worth. She was united in marriage with Donnie Morris on November 14, 1953. Together, they shared decades...

Troy Lee Marbut

Troy Lee Marbut

May 12, 2026

With deep sorrow and much love, we mourn the passing of Troy Lee Marbut, 57, of Whitney, TX. Troy passed away on May 1 2, 2026, at 9:10 p.m. after a hard-fought battle with renal cell carcinoma. He was born on November 4, 1968, to Carole June Morris Landon and James William Marbut in Cleburne, TX.

Troy graduated from Whitney High...

Janice Summerhill

Janice Summerhill

May 7, 2026

Janice Ann Summerhill was born on October 30, 1947, in Cleburne, Texas, the firstborn child of Marcille and John Booth. At a young age, she moved to Fort Worth, Texas, where she spent most of her childhood. She graduated from Paschal High School in 1966 and moved to New York City to begin a career as an American Airlines flight...

Nancy Jane Jackson

Nancy Jane Jackson

May 5, 2026

Nancy Jane Jackson, 82, of Hillsboro, Texas, passed away peacefully on May 5, 2026, surrounded by the love of her family. Nancy was born on February 9, 1944, in Fort Worth, Texas. She lived a life centered around faith, family, and kindness, leaving a lasting impression on everyone fortunate enough to know her.Above all else, Nancy's greatest passion was being...

Minnie Pearl Ince

Minnie Pearl Ince

May 5, 2026

Minnie Pearl Ince, a cherished member of the Whitney community and beloved matriarch, passed away peacefully on May 5, 2026, at the age of 82 at the Whitney Nursing Home in Whitney, Texas. Born on July 14, 1943, in Bynum, Texas, Minnie was the daughter of the late Willie Lee McCool and Lillie May Howard. She grew up in the...

Charlotte Ruth Myers

Charlotte Ruth Myers

May 3, 2026

Charlotte Ruth Myers, 84, of Hillsboro, Texas, was called home to be with the Lord on May 3rd, leaving behind a legacy rooted in deep love, devotion to her family, and a life that reflected the light of Jesus in all she did.

Charlotte was the beloved wife of Frank Myers for 62 years. Their marriage was a beautiful reflection...

Susan Timberly Randall

Susan Timberly Randall

May 2, 2026

Susan Timberly Randall, a cherished daughter, friend, and member of the community, at the age of 66, of Laguna Park, has gone home to be with our Lord. She was born on November 21, 1959, in Jefferson County, Texas. She was the beloved daughter of Milton Frank Ray and Billie Faye Cain.

Throughout her life, Susan was known for her steadfast...

Leon Michael Cobb

Leon Michael Cobb

May 2, 2026

Leon Michael "Mike" Cobb, of Hillsboro, Texas, passed away peacefully on May 2, 2026, at home. Born on September 5, 1944, in Laird Hill, Rusk County, Texas, Mike was known for his love for people. He loved to BBQ and was always sharing his treats with friends and neighbors. Mike loved his wife, sons, family and especially his grandkids with...