Obituaries

Mar 7, 2026

Mickie Dwaine Surginer was born November 20, 1958 to H. Eugene Surginer (Gene) and Loue Clara Surginer in Cleburne, Texas. He was a life-long resident of Burleson. He passed away at home March 7, 2026 after a short illness. 

Mickie graduated from Burleson High School - which his dad helped build years before. After studying at Tarrant County Junior College, he decided to follow in his dad's...

Mar 7, 2026

Annie Belle Winsett, of Godley Texas age 90 passed away on March 7, 2026. She was a mother of 4 children, preceded in death by her son Gary, survived by her husband Charles D. Winsett (91), daughters Debbie Cummings and Zsanell Gilliam, son James Winsett.She was a loving wife and mother and grandmother for 12 grandchildren ,15 Great grandchildren, and...

Mar 6, 2026

Mary Alice Hock Russell was born in Stillwater, Oklahoma on November 28, 1944 to John and Kathy (Blower) Hock. She passed away peacefully early Friday afternoon March 6th, 2026 as she went to be with the Lord to her heavenly home. She joins her son, Michael, and her parents who preceded her in death. Mary grew up in Stillwater, Oklahoma...

Mar 3, 2026

Ronny Reeder, 79, of Burleson, Texas, passed away surrounded by the love of his family.

Ronny shared 53 years of marriage with his devoted wife, Gay Reeder.

He is survived by his wife, Gay Reeder of Burleson; his son, Clay Reeder of Burleson; his daughter, Kristy Philips and her husband, Alex Philips, of Burleson; and his cherished granddaughter, Madison Philips...

Mar 2, 2026

In Loving Memory of

Michael Keith Reeves

December 27, 1954 - March 2, 2026

Obituary

Michael Keith Reeves, 71, of Burleson, Texas, passed away peacefully at home on March 2, 2026. He was born in Austin, Texas, in 1954 to Keith and Delores Reeves. As a premature baby, he was so small that he spent his earliest days sleeping in...

Feb 22, 2026

Feb 22, 2026

Jo Ruth Hinkle, née Freeman, 89, of Joshua, Texas, passed away peacefully at home on February 22, 2026. 

A funeral service will be held at 2:00 p.m. on March 3 at Mountain Valley Funeral Home. Interment will follow at Rose Hill Cemetery in Blooming Grove, Texas, at a future date.

Jo Ruth was born in Terrell County, Texas, on December 13, 1936,...

Feb 19, 2026

Thomas Earl MontgomeryBorn April 25, 1936 - Died February 19, 2026Thomas Earl Montgomery was born April 25, 1936, to Clayton Montgomery and Lila McVean Montgomery near Crowley,Texas. He grew up in Joshua, Texas.In 1955, he joined the U.S. Army and served in Germany for 26 months. For many years, he owned and operated "Earl's Garage" in Joshua. He enjoyed helping...

Feb 16, 2026

Obituary for Blair Kathryn Embry

November 29, 1989 - February 16, 2026

Blair Kathryn Embry, 36, of Decatur, Texas, passed away on February 16, 2026. Blair's life was defined by a radiant spirit, a boundless love for nature, and a heart that touched everyone fortunate enough to know her.

Blair was preceded in death by her grandparents...

Feb 15, 2026

Anna(Loera) Stewart, beloved mother grandmother, great-grandmother and aunt, passed away February 15, 2026, surrounded by love and gratitude for a life beautifully lived.Born July 7, 1932 to Cayetano Saenz and Micaela (Madrid) Saenz. In 1950 she married Gregorio Ramos Loera and they had six children: Art Loera, Mary Loera Hickman (Rick), Dora Loera Ball (Larry), Wally Loera (Helen), Marisa Loera,...

Feb 15, 2026

Naomi Joyce Bagley, age 89, passed away peacefully on February 15, 2026, in Fort Worth, Texas.

Naomi was born in Seymour, Texas, to Hardy William Wall and Emma Leona Hutchinson. She spent her life devoted to her family, finding joy in the simple pleasures that meant the most to her.

She was preceded in death by her parents; her beloved...

Feb 14, 2026

Merry Eugenia (Bratcher) Johnson of Burleson, Texas, born May 4, 1940 peacefully passed away early morning February 14, 2026 as gracefully as she lived, with family surrounding her. Merry lived a life revolved around worshiping the Lord. She was always helping, encouraging, and inspiring others to be their best in service to the Lord.

Merry was born and raised...

Feb 6, 2026

Dorene Mae (Jants) Swenson, 87, of Burleson, Texas, passed away peacefully on February 6, 2026. Dorene was born June 23, 1938, in Canby, Minnesota, to Alfred P. and Mildred V. (Knutson) Jants. She graduated from Canby High School in 1956. After briefly attending Sioux Valley Nursing School, she pursued cosmetology at Stewart's School of Hairstyling in Sioux Falls, South Dakota,...

Feb 6, 2026

Robbin Hood Crawford was born in Wichita Falls on December 5, 1944, to Blanchie Watson and Joseph Crawford. He passed away peacefully early Friday morning, February 6, 2026, surrounded by friends, family, and loved ones.

Robbin grew up in Iowa Park, Texas, with his parents, Blanchie and Joseph Crawford, and had many cousins and extended family close by.

Robbin attended...

Feb 4, 2026

Brenda Patricia Sulak of Joshua Texas passed away on February 4, 2026. Brenda was born on September 28,1942 to Nettie and Tony Gregory of Paris, Texas. 

Brenda had three children, Phillip, Darrell and David. And in 1969 she met Malcom Sulak, the love of her life. Brenda and Malcolm were married June 7, 1969 and went on to have a fourth...

Feb 3, 2026

Wayne West, 87 years old, passed away on Tuesday, February 3, 2026, in Fort Worth, Texas. Wayne’s services are scheduled as follows:

Visitation: Monday, February 9, 2026, 5pm to 7pm, at Mountain Valley Funeral Home, Joshua, Texas

Funeral Service: Tuesday, February 10, 2026, at 1pm, at First Baptist Church in Burleson, Texas, with pastors Todd Barham, Dr. Steve Mullen, and Chris Wigley...

Feb 1, 2026

Jane Burchfield Bates left her earthly home on Sunday, February 1, 2026. She is survived by her husband of 41 years, Curtis Bates, and her son, Josh Battles. Jane was preceded in death by her beloved daughter, Lauren Christine Bates Naddy. Jane leaves nine grandchildren, who will forever miss her loving ways: Carter, Clay, and Vivian Naddy; Max and Henry...

Feb 1, 2026

Dorothy Louise Webb, lovingly known as Mom and Mamaw, passed away peacefully on February 1, 2026, at the age of 84.

Dorothy was born on November 26, 1941, in Hiawassee, Georgia. She later moved to Texas where her husband, Doug, relocated for work.

Dorothy was a devoted wife and mother who lovingly raised four children. Her greatest joy was her...

Feb 1, 2026

David Floyd Russell was born in Fort Worth, Texas on January 9, 1963 to Floyd and Betty (Green) Russell. He passed away peacefully late Sunday evening February 1, 2026 as he was brought home by his Heavenly Father surrounded by his family.

David grew up in Burleson with his parents and his three siblings. Tammi Bullard, Mike Russell, and Amanda Martinez.

David...

Feb 1, 2026

Annie Ruth “Polly” Burt was born at her parent’s home in Fisher County Texas near the town of Roby. Parents James Audas “Buster” Rowland and Winnie Bell (Copeland) Rowland. She peacefully went to be with her Lord and Savior at 8:10 Sunday morning February 1st 2026. Passing into the hands of Jesus at 93 yrs of age, due to natural...