Obituaries

Paul Gregory Herman was promoted to Heaven on July 28, 2026, in Kaufman, Texas. Paul and his wife, Dana Herman, moved to Terrell, TX, six years ago from Southern California, and have loved every minute in their new homeland. Paul was a devout Christian, as is Dana, and were married for 23 years.

1939-2026 Betty Jo (Pratt) Brown, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, rancher, and dedicated public servant, passed away peacefully on June 6, 2026, leaving behind a remarkable legacy of faith, family, public service, and principled leadership. She was 86 years old.

1946-2026 Claudette (Word) Adams passed away on Wednesday evening, May 27, 2026 at Presbyterian Hospital in Dallas. She was surrounded by her family and loved ones.

1943-2026 James Arthur Marsh, 82, of Poetry, a distinguished leader, devoted family man, and passionate collector of fossils, went to his heavenly home on May 8, 2026, in Waco. Born on August 10, 1943, in Corpus Christi, James lived a life marked by commitment, strength, and compassion.

2008-2026 Born on Jan. 4, 2008, Kace brought immediate light and love into the lives of those around him, a gift that would continue to shine throughout his 18 years.

1947-2026 Roy Lee McCoy, 78 years of age, went to be with our Father in Heaven on Jan. 31, 2026.

1962-2025 Tim Stephens, 63 of Emory, passed away unexpectedly on December 2, 2025. He was born December 22, 1962, to Eddie and Bonnie Stephens in Terrell, Tx.

1928-2025 Erie Elizabeth (Beth) McLeskey, our beloved mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away on her birthday, December 18, 2025, in Abilene. Beth was born on December 18, 1928, in Dallas, Texas, to Sidney F.

1930-2025 Maxine Darst Flatt, age 95, passed away in a Dallas hospital on November 7, 2025, following a short illness. Visitation was held November 13, 2025 at Max Slayton Funeral Home, 642 N.

1966-2025 Kathy Stephens, 59 of Emory, passed away peacefully on Oct. 4th surrounded by her family.