Obituaries

Lynda Brockette

May 7, 2025

Lynda Wynell (Watson) Brockette, a devoted wife, loving mother, cherished grandmother and great-grandmother, passed away peacefully on May 7, 2025, at the age of 82. She was born on August 10, 1942, in Hill County as the only child of Isaac "Ike" and Leona Watson.

On April 30, 2025, she and her soulmate, Donald, celebrated 61 years of marriage....

Orin Ray Shugart

May 6, 2025

Orin Ray Shugart, a cherished husband, veteran, and friend, passed away peacefully on May 6, 2025, at the age of 77. Born on August 15, 1947, in Ennis, Texas, Ray lived a full and vibrant life, marked by an unwavering commitment to his loved ones and his country.

Ray is survived by his devoted wife, Madonna, with whom he shared 55...

Billy Floyd Ables

May 4, 2025

Billy Floyd Ables was born on September 7, 1935, to Grace Carpenter and Atlas Ables in Baird, TX. He Served in the US Army from 1953 to 1962. He married Laura Nell Bland on January 1, 1958. Family and friends are invited to celebrate Billy's life during the following services: A visitation will be held at Marshall & Marshall Funeral...

Manuel Caraveo

May 2, 2025

Manuel Caraveo, 82, of Hillsboro, Texas, passed away peacefully at home on May 2, 2025, surrounded by his loving family.

Born on December 9, 1942, in McAllen, Texas, Manuel - known lovingly as "Chuck" to family and friends - lived a full and vibrant life defined by hard work, service, faith, and deep devotion to those he loved. With his magnetic...

Fred Dominguez

Apr 29, 2025

Fred Dominguez, age 92, passed away Tuesday, April 29, 2025, in Itasca, Texas. Graveside services will take place at 1:00 PM, Friday, May 16, 2025, at Itasca Cemetery, Itasca, Texas. Visitation will be held from 5:00 to 8:00 PM, Thursday, May 15, 2025, at Marshall and Marshall Funeral Directors in Hillsboro.

He was born January 29, 1933, in Austin, Texas, to...

John Metcalf

Apr 29, 2025

John Alfred Metcalf, of Hillsboro, earned his wings on April 29, 2025, at home with his family by his side. He was born May 14, 1946, in Greeneville, Tennessee to Andrew and Barbara Metcalf.

He was a proud Marine who served his country in Vietnam. John came home from the war wounded, but still went to college, received his nursing...

Marguerite Schronk

Apr 27, 2025

Marguerite Schronk, 99, of Hillsboro, Texas, passed away Sunday, April 27, 2025, in Hillsboro. Visitation will be held from 6:00 to 8:00 PM, Wednesday, April 30, 2025, at Marshall and Marshall Funeral Directors in Hillsboro. A private graveside service will take place with immediate family only.

She was born April 18, 1926, in Honey Flat (Irene), Texas, to Herman...

Jo Terry

Apr 27, 2025

Jo Ann (Callaway) Terry passed from this earth on April 27, 2025. Graveside services will be held at 1:30 PM, Tuesday, April 29, 2025, at Ridge Park Cemetery, Hillsboro.

She was born in Whitney, Texas, on February 22, 1939, to "Check" and "Babe" Callaway.

She retired from Family Diagnostic Medical Center.

She is preceded in death by her parents;...

Linda Bassett

Apr 25, 2025

Linda Ann Bassett, 82, of Itasca, Texas went to be with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on April 25, 2025, in Hillsboro, Texas. Visitation will be from 6:00 to 8:00 PM, Wednesday, April 30, 2025, at Marshall and Marshall Funeral Directors, Hillsboro. Funeral Services will be at 10:00 AM, Thursday, May 1, 2025, at First Baptist Church in Hillsboro....

Dale Butler

Apr 22, 2025

Dale Veon (Armstrong) Butler, 98, passed away Tuesday, April 22, 2025, in Waco, Texas. Graveside services will take place at 2:00 PM, Monday, April 28, 2025, at Peoria Cemetery in Peoria, Texas, with Pastor Levin Ainsworth officiating. Visitation will be held from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM, Monday, April 28, 2025, at Marshall and Marshall Funeral Directors, Hillsboro.

She was...

William James Westcott

Apr 20, 2025

William James Westcott, a dedicated husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, peacefully passed away on April 20, 2025, in Norfolk, Virginia. He was born on October 6, 1938, in Rochester, New York, to Bill and Pearl Westcott.

William, often affectionately called Bill, embarked on a journey of love and partnership when he married Ruth E Sherman on November 28, 1959, at the...

Robert Jordan

Apr 18, 2025

Robert Michael Jordan, a man whose life was a testament to kindness and resilience, passed away peacefully on April 18, 2025. Robert, age 52, was born in Hillsboro, Texas on January 5, 1973. He was a beloved son, brother, uncle, and friend. Robert is survived by his mother Linda Jordan, brother James Jordan and wife Christi, and a niece and...

Sonja Cleveland

Apr 16, 2025

Sonja Kim (Arnold) Cleveland, Age 68, of Whitney, Texas, passed away on Wednesday, April 16, 2025. After a courageous battle with multiple types of cancer, she is now with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ.

Sonja was born on June 13, 1956, in Lamesa, Texas and graduated from Whitney High School. On April 7, 1973, she married the love of...

Tena Austin

Apr 9, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Tena Austin, who left us on April 9, 2025, at the age of 67. Born on December 3, 1957, Tena was a shining light in the lives of those who knew her, bringing warmth, laughter, and an abundance of love to her family and friends.

Tena's journey through life was...

Betty Birdwell

Apr 9, 2025

Betty Sue Birdwell, beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, even great-great- grandmother, passed away April 9, 2025, surrounded by family and love. She was the foundation of our family-our steady rock, our calm in every storm, and our constant source of joy.

She was born December 9, 1934, in Hillsboro to Clyde Eli and Mary Pearl Mitchell Crisp Harris. She graduated...

JoAnn Lee

Apr 8, 2025

JoAnn Lee, born on May 1, 1934, departed this life on April 8, 2025. A cherished individual, JoAnn was known for her warmth, kindness, and unwavering spirit.

She was the beloved daughter of Carl Grady and Annie Faye (Wise) Creamer, who have both preceded her in death. JoAnn carried the values instilled in her by her parents throughout her life, embracing...

Mitch Whitman

Apr 6, 2025

Mitchell (Mitch) Wayne Whitman was born November 6, 1965, in Fort Worth, Texas and went to be with his Lord and Savior on April 6, 2025, at his home in Covington, Texas at the age of 59.

Mitch is survived by his loving wife of thirty-eight years Carrie Allison Whitman, his two sons, Patrick Whitman and Matthew Whitman; Father, Jack...

William Joseph Morris

Apr 5, 2025

William Joseph Morris, born May 22, 1950, in Albuquerque, New Mexico, passed peacefully on April 5, 2025. Bill enjoyed 17 years of marriage to Emily Carter Morris during which time he learned how to love and be loved while living in White Bluff Resort on their ranchette.

Bill proudly served his country in the U.S. Air Force. He later continued his...

Cynthia Louise Springer

Apr 5, 2025

Cindy was called home by her Heavenly Father on April 5, 2025, surrounded by her family who loved her abundantly. A Celebration of Life will be held at 11:00 a.m., Wednesday, April 9, 2025 at Marshall and Marshall Funeral Directors in Whitney, Texas.

Cindy was a proud retiree of MCH in Odessa, Texas, where she dedicated 25 years of service. She...

David Hill

Mar 26, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of David Hill, who left this world on March 26, 2025, surrounded by his loving family. David was the definition of a life well lived-outgoing, kind, and selfless, with a heart of gold that touched everyone he met.

David was born in Waco, TX, on July 28, 1956, to Allene...