Obituaries
Jerry Lee Downs
Jul 24, 2026
Jerry Lee Downs, 84, passed away peacefully at his home on July 24, 2026, surrounded by his loving family.Jerry was born on November 21, 1941, in Missouri to George Downs and Christine Menees Downs. He lived a life defined by faith, hard work, honesty, and devotion to his family.He was preceded in death by his father, George Downs; his mother,...
Gwen Viola Purselley
Jul 22, 2026
Gwen Viola Purselley was born on May 28, 1928, in Weatherford, Texas, to Clarence and Ollie Biggs Dugan. She moved to Burleson, Texas, in 1942 and made it her home for the remainder of her life. Gwen passed away on July 22, 2026, at the age of 98.
Gwen was married to Veron "Junior" Purselley for 38 years. Together,...
Elaine Lynn Sullivan
Jul 16, 2026
Elaine Lynn Sullivan stepped into the arms of her Lord and Savior on July 16, 2026, following a brief illness. She was born in Newark, New Jersey, and along with her husband and children, after several moves, they settled in Texas to raise their family. With the guidance of her grandmother, Elaine accepted the Lord as her Savior at a...
Jean Stiles
Jul 14, 2026
Celebrating the Life of Cliffa Jean Truitt Stiles
With gratitude for a life well lived, we celebrate the life of Cliffa Jean Truitt Stiles, whose kindness, devotion, and caring spirit touched generations of family and friends.
Cliffa Jean was born on April 9, 1938, on a family farm in Gainesville, Texas, to Clifford and Georgia Truitt. Although Cliffa was her given name, she quickly was known by her middle name,...
Shirley Ann Beck
Jul 13, 2026
Shirley Ann Beck, 92, of Joshua passed away July 13, 2026. She was born Jan. 16, 1934 in Ridley Park, Delaware to Charles Lamont and Lydia Mae Nichols.Shirley loves nursing, opera and cats. She was very intelligent and proudly served in the U.S. Army Reserves.A graveside service will be held at 10:30 a.m. Friday, July 31, 2026, at DFW National...
Kerri Lynn Murray
Jul 12, 2026
In Loving Memory of Kerri Lynn MurrayAugust 19, 1966 - July 12, 2026
Kerri Lynn Murray, 59, peacefully entered into the presence of her Lord and Savior on Sunday evening, July 12, 2026.
Born on August 19, 1966, in Aurora, Colorado, to Ken and Alma Hill, Kerri grew up in Burleson, Texas after her father, a proud United States Air...
Rex Farrell Gillum
Jul 5, 2026
Rex Farrell Gillum
Rex Farrell Gillum passed away peacefully 5 July 2026 in Burleson, Tx at age 90, with the love of his life by his side. He lived a life marked by service, education, devotion to family, and a commitment to helping others.
Rex was born 6 May 1936 to Don and Sybil Gillum in Rover, Arkansas. He grew up cotton farming where...
Joyce Ann Stephens
Jul 3, 2026
Joyce Ann Stephens was born in Cleburne, Texas on January 31st, 1952, to Drew and Ruth (Willis) Ledbetter. She passed away peacefully on Friday morning, July 3rd, 2026.
She grew in in Joshua with her parents and her five siblings, Donald, Kenneth, Royce, her twin, and Ellen. Joyce attended school in Joshua and attended college. She married James Rodney...
Myra Eudy Law
Jun 27, 2026
Myra Eudy Law
August 6, 1946- June 27, 2026
Myra Eudy Law, age 79, passed away peacefully on June 27, 2026 in Burleson, Texas. Myra was born in Turkey, Texas on August 6, 1946 to Jim Bob Eudy and Lola Mae Hamilton who preceded her in death.
Myra was fortunate to work many years with her true...
Jeremy Alan Putman
Jun 26, 2026
Jeremy Alan Putman was born in Fort Worth, TX on May 11, 1976 to Anthony and Alicia (Mills) Putman. He passed away unexpectedly on Friday June 26, 2026.
Jeremy grew up in Burleson, where he attended Norwood Elementary, Hughes Middle School, Burleson High School/ Cleburne Team school where he graduated.
Jeremy was a talented artist. He loved to draw and...
Todd William Kasallis
Jun 24, 2026
Todd William Kasallis was born in Elgin, IL on September 20, 1960 to Kenneth and Joanne Kasallis. He was forth of five siblings. Tim (Lorilee), Tom (Irene), Ted (Anne), and Theresa (Larry). He was a son, brother, uncle, and friend to many. He over came a lot of difficulties in life however, he was a fighter and made the best...
Cecille Davis
Jun 18, 2026
Cecille Lanne Davis, born on January 30, 1962, in Fort Worth, Texas, and peacefully passed away on June 18, 2026 after a hard fought battle with cancer.
Cecille devoted her life to serving the Lord and faithfully ministered as a wife, mom, Cece, sister, teacher, worship leader, friend, and many other roles that she played in her life. She had a deep...
Betty Janette West
Jun 14, 2026
Betty West, 84 years old, passed away on Sunday, June 14, 2026, in Fort Worth, Texas. Betty's services are scheduled as follows:
Visitation: Tuesday, June 23, 2026, 5pm to 7pm, at Mountain Valley Funeral Home, Joshua, Texas.
Funeral Service: Wednesday, June 24, 2026, at 10am, at First Baptist Church in Burleson, Texas, with pastors Todd Barham and Chris...
Philip Sebastian Larussa
Jun 13, 2026
Philip Sebastian Larussa, 86, passed away June 13, 2026.
Born on June 25, 1939, in Cleveland, Ohio, Philip was the son of Philip Larussa and Josephine Tremoglio Larussa, both of whom preceded him in death.
Philip was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Kathleen Marie Roff Larussa, who passed away on May 6, 2016.
He is survived by his brothers, John Larussa,...
Cole Wayne Holton
Jun 4, 2026
Cole Wayne Holton, 55, of Godley, Texas passed away Thursday, June 4th, 2026. Cole was born February 16, 1971 in Portsmouth, Virginia to Dale Holton and Ann Williams. After a few years in Virginia, he spent the remainder of his life in Texas surrounded by his loving family. He was a devout Christian, proud father, husband, son, and brother. During...
Christopher Lee Owen
Jun 2, 2026
It is with great sadness that we announce the death of Christopher Lee Owen, who passed away unexpectedly on June 2, 2026, at just 47 years young.
Chris was born on January 7, 1979, in Fort Worth, Texas to Donna and Victor Owen. While his passing leaves an immeasurable void in the hearts of those who loved him, his family...
Vicky Jean McGuire
May 30, 2026
Vicky Jean (Hollis) McGuire
Vicky Jean McGuire, 73, passed away peacefully on May 30, 2026.
Born on February 10, 1953, in Henrietta, Texas, Vicky was the daughter of Amos Hollis and Oleta (Patterson) Hollis. She was raised in Decatur, Texas, where she attended school and graduated from Decatur High School.
On September 3, 1971, Vicky married the love of her...
Cynthia Marie Ply
May 28, 2026
Cynthia (Cindy) Marie Gurley Ply, 72, passed away May 28, 2026, peacefully in her sleep.
Cindy was born on December 23, 1953 to Jack and Doris (Irwin) Gurley. She was a lifelong resident of Burleson, Texas. She graduated from University of North Texas and taught second and third grades at Mound and Hajek Elementary Schools for 30 years. Cindy was extremely active with...
Marilyn V Kuhn
May 27, 2026
Marilyn Kuhn, a dedicated follower of Christ, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and friend passed into eternal life on May 26, 2026 in Farmers Branch, Texas.
Services for Marilyn Kuhn will be held on June 2nd, 2026 at 10 am at the Burleson Church of Christ with Karl Jones officiating. Burial will follow at Skyvue Funeral Home in Mansfield.
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Michelle Oberbeck Nelson
May 26, 2026
Michelle "Mikey" Nelson (Oberbeck) passed away on May 26, 2026, at the age of 64.
Born on September 8, 1961, in Franklin, Ohio, to Donald Oberbeck and Susan Schellenger, Michelle lived a life defined by hard work, compassion, and love for those around her. Known affectionately as "Mikey" by her loved ones, she carried a spirited personality and generous heart...
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