Johnnie Augustus “Gus”Dormier, 1946–2026

Body Johnnie Augustus “Gus” Dormier passed from this world into the arms of the Lord on April 24, 2026.A celebration of life will be held at the First Baptist Church in Throckmorton, Texas on Friday, May 1, 2026 at 2PM.

Shirlie Yvonne Whitaker, 1937–2026

Body Shirlie Yvonne Whitaker, age 89, passed away peacefully on April 16, 2026.A woman of immense grace and unwavering devotion, Shirlie leaves behind a legacy of love that will forever be cherished by those whose lives she touched. Born on February 9, 1937 in Poteet, Texas, to A.

Hiram Lee Whitaker

Body  1936–2026Hiram Lee Whitaker, beloved husband, father and friend, passed quietly in his sleep on April 8, 2026 at the age of 89.Born on July 18, 1936, in Fabens, Texas, Hiram was known by those close to him for his unwavering kindness, sharp wit, and dedication to his community.

Sherry Reid, d. Mar. 23, 2026

Body Sherry Reid of O’Brien, Texas, passed away on Monday March 23, 2026, in the Munday Nursing Home of Munday, Texas. Sherry was born in Brownfield, Texas, to Jake and Gladys Spears. She married Jim Reid on October 2, 1988, in Brownfield.

Georgie Williams Lewis, d. 2026

Body Georgie Williams Lewis, a descendant of one of the founding members of the Pitchfork Land & Cattle Co. in Guthrie, Texas, passed away at the age of 103 in Gulf Stream, Florida, on Feb. 26, 2026.

Jean Allen, 1930–2026

Body Jean Allen, age 95, passed away February 20, 2026, in Denton. Jean was born on September 28, 1930, on a farm in Knox County, Texas, the fourth child of Raymond and Ressie Ratliff.

Sandra Bateman, 1945–2026

Body Sandra Kay Massingill Bateman entered peacefully into the arms of her Savior on Feb. 20, 2026, at Hendrick Medical Center in Abilene, Texas, with her sister Rhonda by her side, gently holding her hand.SandrawasbornonSept.16, 1945, in Quanah, Texas, to J. E.

Charles Durham, Sr.

Body  1938–2026Charles Durham, Sr. passed away Thursday, Feb. 19, 2026. A graveside service was held Tuesday, Feb. 24, 2026, at the Littlefield Memorial Park Cemetery in Littlefield, Texas, under the direction of Smith Family Funeral Homes, Knox City, Texas.

Emiliano Nevarez

Body 1943-2026Emiliano Reyna Nevarez, 82, passed away Feb. 15, 2026, in Vernon, Texas.Funeral services were held Friday, Feb. 20, 2026, at Santa Rosa Catholic Church in Knox City. Burial followed at Knox City Cemetery under the direction of Smith Family Funeral Homes.

David Paul Tomlinson

Body  1947–2026David Paul Tomlinson, 78, of Huntsville, Ala., passed away peacefully Feb. 16, 2026, surrounded by his loving family.David was born in 1947 in Haskell, Texas, the son of Austin O. Tomlinson, Sr., and Mary Ruth Jacobs Kuhler.