Obituaries

William Paul Hannon

William Paul Hannon

Feb 12, 2026

Paul Hannon, age 58, of Mineral Wells, Texas, passed away on February 12, 2026.

Paul was the kind of man who filled a room the moment he walked into it. He had a big personality, a quick wit, and a voice that was often heard before he was seen—whether he was talking smack, telling a story, or breaking into song just...

Edna May Royer

Edna May Royer

Feb 6, 2026

Edna May Royer, of Mineral Wells, Texas, passed away peacefully in her home on February 6, 2026, surrounded by the loved ones she cherished so deeply.

May was born on November 12, 1964, to Goldie Helen Walker and John Ashby. She was a nurse who loved with her whole heart. May had a passion for genealogy, was never shy, and was...

Stormy Mullins

Stormy Mullins

Feb 6, 2026

Stormy Mullins

Stormy Mullins, a lifelong horseman, educator, and respected leader in the rodeo and Mustang communities, passed away unexpectedly, leaving behind a legacy that reaches far beyond the arena gate.

Born in Glendale, California, and raised in Burleson, Texas, Stormy grew up rooted in the values, grit, and quiet strength that would define his life. A cowboy in the truest sense—never...

Arvey Lynn Powell

Arvey Lynn Powell

Feb 6, 2026

Arvey Lynn Powell went to be with his Lord and Savior on Friday, February 6, 2026. A resident of Weatherford, Texas, he was born on November 27, 1956, in Spur, Texas, to Arvey Wilse and Della Marie Powell. He was raised in Jacksboro, Texas, where he met his wife, LaDonna Rhone, and the high school sweethearts soon began a marriage...

Weldon "Dean" White

Weldon "Dean" White

Feb 5, 2026

Weldon “Dean” White went home to his eternal home in Heaven on February 5, 2026.

Dean was born on April 10, 1950, in Lawton, Oklahoma, to Weldon Winfred and Cleo Goldene White. Known as “Boonie” until his fifth birthday—when his parents finally put his name on his birth certificate—Dean spent his childhood and teenage years in Amarillo, Texas. He often said...

Paul Gregory Marth

Paul Gregory Marth

Feb 3, 2026

Paul Gregory Marth departed this life on Tuesday, February 3, 2026. He was born on July 11,1981 to Richard and Kimberly Marth in Fort Worth, Texas.

Paul graduated from Colleyville High School. After graduation, he joined the Navy in September 1999 and served until 2003. He was stationed in Yokosuka, Japan. He then furthered his education at the University of North...

James Derrell Brown

James Derrell Brown

Feb 3, 2026

James Derrell Brown, age 82, passed away peacefully on February 3, 2026, in Fort Worth, Texas. He was a longtime resident of Graford, Texas.

James was born on January 24, 1944, in Fort Worth, Texas, to JD Brown and Noma Hurley Brown, both of whom preceded him in death. He grew up in Fort Worth, attended Fort Worth Public Schools, and...

George Edward Pierce

George Edward Pierce

Feb 2, 2026

George Edward Pierce, age 70, passed away February 2, 2026. He was born on April 15, 1955. Eddie was married to Linda Pierce of Mineral Wells for 31 years.

Eddie has five beautiful children that he dearly loved: Joey (Emily) Pierce, Ginger Hull, Mitzi (Barry) Benton, DeeDee (Kip) Hooks, and Robyn (Todd) Greene.

Grandchildren include Damion (Nicole), Donnie, Lauren (Justin), Hunter, Blair...

Mary Helen Stermer

Mary Helen Stermer

Jan 29, 2026

Mary Helen Stermer, beloved daughter of Albert and Jewel Scott, passed away January 29, 2026 at the age of 94. Mary came from a large and loving family. She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband Charles Stermer, brother Lawrence Scott (Betty), sister Vivien Elder (JC), twin sister Martha Ellen Nelson (Jack) and sister Betty Jo Hickey. Her...

Bennie Kay Murphy

Bennie Kay Murphy

Jan 27, 2026

Bennie Kay Murphy, ago 80, of Mineral Wells, Texas passed away peacefully on Tuesday, January 27,2026 at Palo Pinto General Hospital surrounded by her loving family.

Bennie Kay was born on November 13, 1945 in Perrin, Texas. She is the daughter of James and BillyJo Baggett Murray. She attended Perrin schools from 1st thru 12th grade, graduating high school in 1964...

Allen Buckingham Johnson

Allen Buckingham Johnson

Jan 27, 2026

Allen Buckingham Johnson passed away January 27, 2026. He was born in Fort Worth, Texas on November 16,1944 to Estelle Buckingham Johnson and Ernest Cossett Johnson. After graduating from R.L. Paschal High School in Ft. Worth, Texas (1963), Allen joined the U.S. Marine Corps and served in the Viet Nam war, participating in OPERATION JACKSTAY (1966) in the mangrove swamps...

Gary Lee Boyd

Gary Lee Boyd

Jan 26, 2026

Gary Lee Boyd was born on October 26, 1958, in Pecos, Texas, he was the son of George Andy Boyd and Yvonne Greenwald and later welcomed stepmother, Wanda Boyd. He grew up alongside two full brothers, Greg Boyd and David Scott; a full sister, Nikki Lynn Wiley; two half-brothers, Robert Boyd and Stephen Merchant; a stepsister, Terri Bottoms; and stepbrothers,...

Kevin Samuel Cross

Kevin Samuel Cross

Jan 22, 2026

Kevin Samuel Cross, 52, of Mineral Wells, Texas, went to be with Jesus on January 22, 2026.

Kevin was, in his own words, “kind of a big deal.” And to anyone who knew him, that couldn’t have been more true. To know Kevin was to love him. He had a larger-than-life personality, a contagious smile, and a heart just as big...

Damas Roberto Ortiz

Damas Roberto Ortiz

Jan 21, 2026

Damas Roberto Ortiz, 77, of Mineral Wells, Texas, passed away peacefully on January 21, 2026, at home surrounded by his loved ones.

Damas was born on March 27, 1948, in Mineral Wells, Texas, to Fredrico and Pauline Ortiz. He was the most selfless man; kind, gentle, and always welcoming with his vibrant and unforgettable smile. He was the quiet presence behind...

Mark Allen Fulkerson

Mark Allen Fulkerson

Jan 21, 2026

Mark Allen Fulkerson passed away January 21, 2026. He was born October 25, 1960 in Long Beach, California.

Mark graduated from Mineral Wells High School in 1978 and enlisted in the in the Navy following graduation until 1983. His hobbies included being on the lake with a drink and fishing pole, camping and ATV trips with his son and buddies, sitting...

Louise Snider

Louise Snider

Jan 18, 2026

Louise Snider (Louise Way)

December 9, 1931 – January 18, 2026

Louise Snider, passed away peacefully, leaving behind a legacy of love, family, and devotion. She was born on December 9, 1931, in Mineral Wells, Texas, to Ira and Olive Way of Garner, Texas.

Louise married the love of her life, David Snider, on January 24, 1953. Together they shared many years of...

Fred Grimes

Fred Grimes

Jan 17, 2026

Fred Grimes, 63, passed away on January 17, 2026. He was born on December 16, 1962, in Mineral Wells, Texas, to his loving parents, Crockett and Shirley Grimes, both of whom are deceased.

Fred was a graduate of Tarleton State University, where he earned a Bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice. He faithfully served with the Texas Department of Criminal Justice as...

Dorothy Faye Manley

Dorothy Faye Manley

Jan 16, 2026

Remembering Dorothy Faye Manley

Born January 1, 1933, In Olney Texas – Passed on January 16, 2026, in Weatherford Texas

There are some people who seem to carry sunshine wherever they go, and Dorothy Faye Manley was undoubtedly one of those rare souls. Born on January 1st, in 1933 to George and Daisy Gray and raised on their sprawling 318-acre farm near...

Heriberto Gutierrez

Heriberto Gutierrez

Jan 15, 2026

Heriberto Gutierrez, age 90, of Mineral Wells, Texas, was born on April 10, 1935, in Santa Rosa, Texas, to Refugio and Paula Gutierrez. On January 15, 2026, he peacefully went to his Lord and Savior, surrounded by his family, love, and faith.

Born into a farming life, Heriberto spent his youth traveling throughout multiple states working in agriculture. He later served...