Obituaries

James Gordon Vestal, 89, passed away on Wednesday, September 15, 2021, with his loving wife and family at his side. Gordon was born on December 21, 1931 in Dallas, Texas to Clarence and Annie Marie Vestal.

Eugene “Gene” Bond was born November 20, 1931 in Dallas, Texas at Baylor Hospital to Wilmer and Dollie Bond. Gene passed away on September 7, 2021 surrounded by family as he went to be with our Lord and Savior. He would have celebrated his ninetieth birthday this year.

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Edwina Havard Rymer at the young age of 74. She lost her battle with the Covid-19 virus on August 12th, 2021 at Presbyterian Hospital in Dallas, Texas.

Shirley Martinez Whiteside passed away on August 13, 2021. She was born November 22, 1958 in Dallas, Texas.

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Kay. She passed away peacefully at home on August 21, 2021, at the age of 81 years old.

Carlos Gale Self 6/8/41 to 7/9/21 Gale Self, a long-time resident of Kaufman County went on the final journey Friday evening 7/9/21 surrounded by family of a long life well lived. He was born in Mclaine County Oklahoma on 6/8/41. The last of 6 children. Slick as most referred to him was raised in and around Purcell Oklahoma to an Irish Mother and Choctaw Father. On 12/19/59 he married the love of his life Kay Saundra Cary. They were able to walk through this existence for 61 years, together. Through many trials and tribulations they raised 3 boys and watched over a number of grand children throughout the years. Those that knew him would attest to his unique personality and keen intellect. He wore many hats throughout his life. These are but a few: Husband, Dad, Grandpa, Teacher, Soldier, Watchdog, Coach, Carpenter, Christian, Builder, Silversmith, Welder, Referee, Horse Trader, Advisor and Friend. A life long student of History, Human Nature and the Human Condition he made sure his Children and Grand Children understood the Cycle of Life and the Laws of Nature. Never a follower and always the reluctant leader, many of the youngsters of the area knew of Slick and Sam’s place and many would ask for help. He would always answer the call without fanfare. And usually would tell the kid, “Lets keep this between you and me. I don’t want people thinking I’m a nice guy”. When helping any stranger who was broke down, he never accepted anything and would take offense if they forced the issue with the retort, “That wouldn’t be very Christian of me”. 15 of his descendants go forth into the future with the lessons, actions and love that was his Life. He was preceded in death by his Father, Doss; Mother, Mattie; Brothers, Dale & Dorsey; Sisters, Catherine, Mary Lou & Margaret. He is survived by his wife, Kay Saundra; Sons, Kenneth, Dorsey, Michael; Grandchildren, Joshua, Saundra, Ashlie, William, Dorsey, Cheyenne, Dalton, Savannah, and Colton. Saturday Evening @ approx. 5 PM a Memorial Wake BYOB will be held at the following address: 10651 Cheyenne Lane Terrell Texas 75160 972-835-8998 All who knew him are welcome and please bring your memories.

Dale Martin, longtime resident of Terrell and Wills Point, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on the morning of July 9, 2021. Dale was born on October 3, 1948 in Wills Point to Frank and Robia Mae (Stroud) Martin, both of whom met him in Heaven along with his infant sister, Shirley Ann Martin, who passed in 1937.

Brenda Sue Nicklas, the most beautiful, precious, and loving wife, and mother passed away Tuesday June 15, 2021, after a long and courageous bout of cancer. Brenda was born June 22, 1946, to Joe Wilson Slider and Annie Clifton in Mesquite, TX.