Peggy Dean Wallace Marshall went to her heavenly home on Thursday, May 23, 2019. Peggy, known to most as Gran, passed peacefully in her home surrounded by family. Funeral services were held on Sunday, May 26, at 2 p.m. at Morrison Funeral Home Chapel with burial at Pioneer Cemetery.

Peggy was born on Dec. 29, 1947 to Sam and Elsie Wallace in Burkburnett. She met the love of her life, Jimmy, at age 14 and at only age 17, the couple eloped in Villa Acuna, Mexico. Despite being told that they would never make it, the couple was married for 53 years and has shown their family true love and companionship. Together, Jimmy and Peggy raised two children, Jimmy and Cindy, and ran their business, Marshalls’s Truck and Auto in Graham.

Peggy was a member of First Baptist Church. She instilled faith and the love of the lord into her family, home, and those who came in contact with her.

Gran spent her life serving her family. She had a true passion for giving to others and often did so through quilting.

Peggy was preceded in death by her parents, Sam and Elsie, and siblings, Robert Wallace, Sam Wallace Jr., Tex Wallace, Katherine Lindsay, Clorine Moody, Irene Grant, Corine Nolan, and Hazel Daniels.

Those that will miss her most include her loving husband, Jimmy, son Jimmy Jr. (Bobbie), and daughter Cindy (Robert) Ballew; grandchildren, April Marshall, Jimmy (Jay) Marshall III, RJ Ballew (Roanna), Aubrey Ballew (Marjorie), Hanna (Chris) Post, Karli Ballew, and Corey Ballew; great-grandchildren, Rylee, Reagan, and Junior Ballew, Trace and Garrett Post, and Bellamy Ballew, sister, Beulah Duke; and several nieces and nephews.

Memorials may be made to First Baptist Church Children’s Ministries, 620 Fourth St. Graham, TX 76450.

LaFerne “Fern” McCoy, 83, passed away Monday, May 27, 2019 in Wichita Falls. Graveside service were Thursday, May 30, at 2 p.m. in Gooseneck Cemetery under the direction of Morrison Funeral Home.

Fern was born May 30, 1935 in Wichita Falls to the late Robert Ferne and Harquette Hasta (Tedford) Moody. She married C.B. McCoy Aug. 15, 1968 and he preceded her in Jan. 14, 2000. Fern was a waitress at Bullocks Cafe and a longtime resident of Young County.

Survivors include: sister, Pat Zelmer of Olney; nephew, Rick Moody and wife, Judy of Lakin, Kansas; great nieces, Carol Douglas and Rhandi Rexroat; a great-great niece and four great great nephews.

She was preceded in death by brothers, Ronnie Fred Moody and Robert Moody.

Visitation was Wednesday from 5 to 7 p.m. at the funeral home.

Bryan David Walls passed away May 27, 2019 in Fort Worth. Funeral services was held at 10 a.m. Friday, May 31, at the First Baptist Church in Graham with interment following in Pioneer Cemetery. Family visitation was from 6-8 p.m. Thursday at McMillan-Satterwhite Funeral Home.

Bryan was born March 30, 1964 in Plano, and graduated from Frisco High School in 1982. He served as Young County Sheriff from 2005 to 2016. He was a member of numerous law enforcement organizations including the Sheriffs’ Association of Texas, a Board Member of the Texas Jail Association as a Sheriff representative and as a vendor representative, the Western States Sheriff’s Association, Texas Police Chiefs Association, Nortex Regional Planning Commission and was a board member of the Justice Advisory Committee. He received the Texas State Parks & Wildlife Directors Award in 2010. Bryan was President of the Graham ISD Athletics Booster Club from 2006 to 2012, President of the Graham Little League from 2004-2010, a Virginia’s House Board Member, Graham High School Health and Safety Advisory Committee Board Member, Young County Jr. Livestock Show board member, and originated the Law Enforcement Torch Run for the Graham Special Olympics. He was a member of the Country Road Fellowship.

Survivors include his wife, Sherry Walls of Graham; mother, Judy Walls of Graham; daughter, Sadie Walls of Graham, three sons, Hunter Walls of Lubbock, Tanner Walls and Tyler Walls, both of Graham; brother, Jeff Walls and wife Angie of Kerrville; three step children, Maxx Lovern and wife Kaitlyn, Jim Bob Perry and Kody Perry; step grandson, Lincoln Lovern; uncle, David Boles and wife Cathy; aunt, Carolyn (Duh) McDaniel; numerous other aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews. Bryan was preceded in death by his father, Kenneth Walls and by two brothers, Christopher Lee and Kenneth Dean Walls.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Sheriffs’ Association of Texas, 1601 S Interstate 35, Austin, TX 78741 or to Virginia’s House, PO Box 155, Graham, TX 76450.

Jeffery Lynn Barker, 57, died tragically in a boating accident behind Possum Kingdom Lake Dam, Friday, May 31, 2019, doing what he loved, fishing for the big fish with a buddy.

There will be a celebration of Jeff’s life Saturday, June 8 at 3 p.m. at the Possum Kingdom Lake Chamber of Commerce. Burial will follow at the LuQueen Cemetery under the direction of Morrison Funeral Home.

Jeff was born Jan. 3, 1962 in Weatherford, to Carlon Dean Barker and Hester (Mays) Barker. Jeff was raised in Graford, attending school and graduating from Graford High School in 1980.

Jeff met the love of his life at a PK Lake Dance in October 1980. Jeff and Kimmi Lea McCracken were married on Feb. 14, 1982. They became the proud parents of their two sons Jeffrey and Jordan. One of Jeff’s greatest joys are his four grandchildren with another expected in November.

Survivors include his wife Kimmi of Possum Kingdom Lake. Sons Jeffrey and his wife Denjuami of Los Fresnos, Jordan and his wife Sarah of Mineral Wells. Grandchildren Jeffery Dean and Kalea Barker, Aspyn, Ky and expected baby, and his faithful hunting dog Kay. Brothers Bob and Peggy Gruell and David and Carla Barker. Sister Deana and Steve White. Bro-In-Law Reese McCracken. Sister-In-Laws Mandy and Forest Atkins, Laurel McCracken and Darrell Green. Along with a multitude of cousins, nieces and nephews, extended family and friends that will miss him greatly.

Preceded in death by his parents, sister Rhonda Moore, Mother and Father-In-Law Jannet and John McCracken and faithful hunting dogs Kelly, Pearl and Sky.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to St. Judes Children Research Hospital.

Irene Ruth (Dreeszan) Lowder passed away June 4, 2019 in Graham. A memorial service will be held at a later date at Pioneer Cemetery in Graham. McMillan-Satterwhite Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

Mrs. Lowder was born June 2, 1931 in Bennet, Neb. and moved to Graham five years ago from Oklahoma. She was a member of the Methodist Church.

Survivors include two sons, Larry Lowder and wife Gloria of Brighton, Colo. and Dean Lowder and wife Pat of Graham; daughter in law, Debra Lowder of Oklahoma City; four grandchildren, Wade Lowder and wife Christy, Marisha Gast, Miranda Lowder and husband José Gallegos, Dietra Ellis and husband Terry; five great grandchildren, Kegan Dowdy, Hayden Lowder, Hailey Lowder, Brendan Gast and Angelea Gast.

Mrs. Lowder was preceded in death by her husband, Ernie Lowder, a son James Lowder and by three brothers and two sisters.

Joan Carol Eyssen, 73, passed away on Monday, June 3, 2019 in the presence of her family at her home. A graveside service was held Friday, June 7, at 10 a.m. at Elmwood Memorial Park with Dr. Cliff Stewart and Dr. Janice Six officiating.

Joan was born on June 18, 1945 in Dallas, to Bernie and Nell Gates. She then moved with her parents to Wichita Falls and later graduated from Wichita Falls High School.

Joan married Tim Eyssen on July 22, 1983 in Wichita Falls, then, moved to Graham, where together they raised a blended family whom both loved as their own. While in Graham, she was very active in various areas of First United Methodist Church. Married 35 years, they enjoyed spending time with their family and friends at their Possum Kingdom Lake house. Joan and Tim also enjoyed traveling with friends on Model T Ford tours. A loving wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother, Joan gave herself to making sure all were cared for in all instances. Christmas, Thanksgiving, Easter and birthdays were always made special by her loving care. Doing for others was her “long suit” and it will be difficult to fill her petite shoes.

Joan is survived by her husband, Tim; son, David Beard and wife Stacey and children, Katleyn, Carter, and Austin; daughter, Laura King and husband Regan and children, Cameron and Claire; son, Don Eyssen; daughter, Janelle Brown and husband Marc and children and families, Skylar Brown and wife Kristin, their children Hudson and Kinsley; Jordan Brown and wife Lauren; daughter, Timberly Eyssen and her son Connor; son, Alex Eyssen and wife Sarah and their children, Emma Kate, Andrew and Luke.

Joan was preceded in death by her parents, brother Larry Gates and wife Eloise, aunt Grace Carr, as well as her mother and father in law, W.H. and Boog Sears Eyssen.

The family thanks personal care givers, Leslie and Bertha from Kinder Hearts Hospice Care, and Megan of Touching Hearts at Home. A very special thanks goes to Dr. Samantha Goodman for her devoted care.

In lieu of flowers, please consider the charity of your choice. Condolences may be offered to the family online at www.pbfuneraldirectors.com.

Reta Potts, 80, passed away Monday, June 3, 2019 in Fort Worth. Funeral will be 11 a.m. Friday, June 7, at Morrison Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will follow in Cottonwood Cemetery in Jack County.  Arrangements are under the direction of Morrison Funeral Home.

Reta was born Nov. 24, 1938 in Abilene to the late Barry Hinson and Virginia Kate (Moore) Flowers. She married J.R. Potts June 12, 1957 in Graham. Reta was a secretary for several oil companies in Graham and many years at Texas MHMR and Helen Farabee. She was a member of First Baptist Church Graham.

Survivors include; husband, J.R. Potts of Graham; daughter, Deborah Grubbs and husband Bert of Sanger; grandchildren, Brian and Sophie Grubbs.

Reta was preceded in death by a sister, Linda Flowers and a brother Barney Flowers.

Visitation was Thursday from 6 to 8 p.m. at Morrison Funeral Home.  

Bert Elijah Hopkins passed away June 7, 2019 in Mabank. Funeral services were held at 11 a.m. Tuesday, June 11 at McMillan-Satterwhite Funeral Home in Graham. Interment was in the Graceland Cemetery in Jermyn.

Mr. Hopkins was born April 23, 1928 in James and lived in Bryson for many years. He served in the U.S. Navy and was retired from the U.S. Army. Bert was a member of the Young County Masonic Lodge and the First Baptist Church in Bryson.

Survivors include his wife, Letha Hopkins; four sons, Bert D. Hopkins, Calvin Hopkins, Robert Hopkins and Anthony Salazar; four daughters, Donetta Duncan, Lenetta Bourque, Mary James and Tiffany (Holly) Franklin and many, many grandchildren and great grandchildren.

Mr. Hopkins was preceded in death by three sons, John and Donnie Hopkins and Rickey Franklin and by two brothers, Herman and Henry Hopkins.

Ann Logan, 96, passed away Sunday, June 9, 2019 at her home in Graham. Funeral will be 11 a.m. Wednesday, June 12 at Morrison Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will follow in Pioneer Cemetery. Arrangements are under the direction of Morrison Funeral Home.

Ann was born May 24, 1923 in Graham to the late J. Ewell and Beuras Annie (Shahan) Atwood. She married Johnnie Logan, Oct. 12, 1940 in Muskogee, Okla. Ann was a retired nurse and a homemaker. She loved going to the ranch and spending time with her grandchildren and great grandchildren. She was a devoted Christian lady and a member of Salem Crestview United Methodist Church.

Survivors include; husband, Johnnie Logan of Graham; daughter, Sandra Underwood and husband Jim; sons, Jerry Don Logan and wife Fannie, Terry Logan and wife Lillian all of Graham; brother, Billy Atwood of Graham; grandchildren, Jimmy Logan, Sadie Weldon and husband Eugene, Bruce Logan and wife Cristi, Mark Logan and wife Sherri, Michael Logan and wife Susan, Jeff Logan, Terri Peavy and husband Kyle, Laurie Taylor and husband Jimmy, Jabe Underwood and wife Alicia; twenty-nine great grandchildren and three great great grandchildren; several nieces and nephews also survive.

Ann was preceded in death by brothers, Kenneth, Donald, and Joe Bob Atwood.

Family visitation was Tuesday from 6 to 8 p.m. at Morrison Funeral Home.

Barbara Ann Shelton, 80, passed away Saturday, June 15, 2019 in Graham. A Memorial service will be 2 p.m. Saturday June 22 at Morningside Baptist Church.  Arrangements are under the direction of Morrison Funeral Home. 

Barbara was born March 5, 1939 in Graham to the late William Lee Atwood and Bettie Estell Sisco Atwood. She was a retired surgical nurse and longtime resident of Graham.
Survivors include; daughters, Starlit Porter and husband Danny of Lake Havasu City, Ariz., Dawn Hudson and husband Tim of South Carolina; son, Jason Womack of Farmersville; grandchildren, Ryan, Philip, and Zane Porter, Chasitee Leon, Henry and Audrey Womack, Brock Shelton, and Destinee Jenkins; twenty great grandchildren; several nieces and nephews also survive.

Barbara was preceded in death by sister, Jerline Pope and a brother Melvin Atwood.

Pastor Gary Tull, 61, went home to his Heavenly Father Wednesday, June 19, 2019 in Graham. Funeral services will be Saturday, June 22 at 10 a.m. at First Baptist Church in Graham. Burial will be Saturday at 4:30 p.m. in China Spring Cemetery in China Spring.

Gary was born Aug. 7, 1957 in Waco to the late Lois Ann Farris Tull and Thomas Marion Tull. Gary married his love, Melinda Staley, Nov. 10, 1979 in Fort Worth and moved back to China Spring where he was raised. After serving in several churches in youth ministry and associate pastor he moved to Graham in 1986. Gary continued his education and graduated from Baptist Christian College with a Bachelor of Arts Degree. After serving as pastor of two other churches and Assistant to the Pastor of First Baptist Church Graham for ten years, he along with several other families formed Country Road Fellowship. Along with being a Pastor, Gary proudly serves as Chaplain for the First Responders of Young County, and is a licensed auctioneer.  

Gary was a steadfast man of God, and if you ever had the opportunity to meet him, that was impossible to miss. He was married to the love of his life, a partner who shared his love of the ministry and his Savior. He was the proud father to a beautiful daughter, who brought him two grandsons who shared his love of nature. Most importantly, Gary wanted everyone he met to know his Savior, Jesus Christ.

Survivors include; wife, Melinda Tull of Graham; daughter, LeeAnn Steadham and husband Cole of Graham; grandchildren, Scout and Sawyer Steadham; sister, Ann Richardson and husband Ronnie of Crawford; brothers, Tommy Tull and partner Merle Fecht of Waco and Terry Tull of China Spring; several nieces and nephews also survive along with Gary's Country Road Fellowship Church Family.

Family Visitation will be Friday from 6 to 8 p.m. at Country Road Fellowship, Highway 16 South at FM 1191.

The family wishes to thank the nurses on The Harris Methodist seventh floor for their care and friendship. With thanks as well to the Graham Regional Medical Center hospice nurses for their attentiveness to Gary and our family during this very difficult time.

The family would also like to extend a special thanks to the members of our law enforcement community for standing with Gary through the entirety of his time in GRMC.

The Family asks that Memorials be made to Country Road Fellowship, PO Box 997, Graham, Texas 76450.

Kathie L. Overcash, 68, passed away Monday, June 17, 2019 in Wichita Falls. Funeral will be 3 p.m. Friday, June 21, at Morrison Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will follow in Woodson Cemetery under the direction of Morrison Funeral Home.   

Kathie was born May 23, 1951 in Floydada to the late Reta Ida Houston and Ben F. Allen. She married Gene Overcash on March 26, 1983 and he preceded her in death on Dec. 6, 2012. Kathie worked as a supervisor at Graham Medical Associates of Graham. She was a member of the First Methodist Church in Graford.

Kathie is survived by her children; Randy Elmore and wife Monserrat of Arlington, Kim Riley and husband Billy of Mount Pleasant, Colton Overcash and wife Emily of Graford, and Joe Bob Elmore of Mineral Wells; her grandchildren, Kemp Clopton, Arani Clopton, Cheyenne Clopton, Joseph Riley, Misty Riley, Arianna Riley, Nickie Riley, Levi Riley, Baylee Riley, Kaylee Riley, Stellara Owens, Elijah Owens and Gunner Overcash, three great grandchildren; Sisters Kay Box, Joyce Box, Linda Pendagraft, other family members include, Dayna Overcash, Cody Tillery, Cayla Tillery.

Kenneth Lindley, 78, passed away Monday, June 17, 2019 at his home in South Bend.  Graveside funeral will be 10 a.m. Saturday, June 22 at Markley Cemetery in Markley.  Arrangements are under the direction of Morrison Funeral Home. 

Kenneth was born March 6, 1941 in Elbert to the late Marvin Shelby Lindley, Sr. and Lillie Irene Green Lindley. He married Pat Hensarling, May 29, 1963 in Jacksboro. She preceded him in death on Feb. 17, 2011. Kenneth was a retired employee of Hexcel Corporation. He loved fishing and spending time with his children.

Survivors include; daughters, Jami Marquis and husband Terry of Tool., Janna Duncan of South Bend; sons, Dana Lindley and wife Connie of Graham, Kary Lindley and wife Heather of Graham, Chris Lindley and wife Kim of Graford; grandchildren, Nikki Esco and husband Taylor, Jaci Lindley, Kacey Wakefield and husband J.D., Jeremy and Madelyn Lindley, Bryce and Chelsea Marquis, Austin Marquis and wife Alex, Matt Marquis and wife Jaime, Lindsay Marquis, Kristen and Kailey Duncan, Leighton and Jordan Lindley; great grandchildren, Brooke, Alyceandra, Carter, Tera, Major, Hannah, Lukas, and Jax; sisters, Wilma Herring and Jerri Nantz of Graham, Gayla Castleberry and Sherry McGuire of South Bend, and Linda Gardner of DeLeon.

Kenneth was preceded in death by a granddaughter, Amber Lindley.

Family Visitation will be Friday from 6 to 8 p.m. at Morrison Funeral Home.

Doug Jones, 87, of Weatherford, passed away June 19, 2019. A family memorial service is scheduled at a later date. Arrangements are with Morrison Funeral Home, Graham.

Doug was born Sept. 17, 1931 in Slaton, to the late B.B. and Nellie Jones. Doug was the seventh of nine children, now all deceased. He graduated from Lubbock Cooper High School and attended Texas Tech University. He married Doris Dell Allen, Feb. 3, 1951. Doug was engaged in farming in the Texas Panhandle and was the General Manager of Affiliated Mercantile in Amarillo.

Doug was a member of the Noon Lions Club in Weatherford as well as the Lions Club in Graham.  He was also the Kiwanis Citizen of the Year. He was a member of the First United Methodist Church in Graham and built many handicap ramps for anybody that needed one. He considered it his calling in life to help anyone in need no matter what the task. He was also a member of the First United Methodist Church in Weatherford, a member of Olton Masonic Lodge #1257 and a 32 degree Scottish Mason.

His nickname “Dirty Doug” was given to him by his friends for his unique ability to stay clean, organized, and neat, no matter what he was doing.

He is survived by his wife Doris of 68 years, son Kenny Jones and wife Denise of Weatherford, daughters, MeLinda Smesny and husband Steve of Weatherford, Cindy Gidden and husband Rocky of Cibolo. He had five grandchildren, 12 great grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews.

In lieu of flowers Doug would desire that donations be made to, Weatherford Noon Lions Club, P.O. Box 25, Weatherford, Texas 76086.

Irene Riek Farr was born on March 10, 1922, in Krum, to Robert and Jessie Riek and died June 20, 2019 in Carrollton, at the age of 97.

The family received friends at a visitation from 6 until 7 p.m. on Monday, June 24, at Lunn’s Colonial Funeral Home. Funeral services are at 11 a.m. Tuesday, June 25, at Fairway Baptist Church with Randy Sullenger officiating. Interment will follow at Crestview Memorial Park under the direction of Lunn’s Colonial Funeral Home.

Irene was preceded in death by her three sisters; two brothers; and her husband of 52 years, Francis Farr, in 1994. When asked by her daughter if she would ever consider marriage again, her response, with a grin, was. “Honey, it took me all those years to train your Daddy.  Why would I want to start over?”

Irene has been a member of Fairway Baptist Church since 1961 and served on numerous pulpit and building committees. She had a passion to teach God’s Word through a women’s weekly Bible study for several years, as well as the Senior Ladies’ Sunday School Class, The Joy Class, for over 50 years. She often joked that the only promotion out of her class was Heaven--what a promotion!

Irene attended Texas Tech University and always rooted for her Red Raiders. She moved to Wichita Falls, Texas, in 1961 and was employed for many years by White’s Stores Inc. in the accounting department, where she made many lifelong friends. She also worked for the Wichita Falls ISD Food Service Department as a bookkeeper until her retirement in 1980.

Irene is lovingly remembered by her three daughters, Francene Maulding and husband, Archie, of Carrollton; Regina Dimock and husband, Ivan, of Abilene; and Jessica Wells and husband, Mike, of Graham; as well as numerous nieces and nephews. She is also remembered by her six grandchildren and 10 great grandchildren for her enthusiastic telling of Bible stories, her love of dancing, her endless and ruthless playing of board/card games, and her generously-scooped ice cream cones.

Irene’s family extends their warmest congratulations on her promotion.

For those desiring, memorials may be made to Fairway Baptist Church, 4408 Fairway Blvd, Wichita Falls, TX 76308.

Condolences may be sent to the family at www.lunnscolonial.com.

Mary Ellen Robertson, of College Station, passed away Friday, June 21, 2019 at the age of 95. Graveside service will be 10:30 a.m. Saturday, June 29, 2019, at Pioneer Cemetery in Graham, officiated by Bill Wiman and David Clark. Arrangements are under the direction of Morrison Funeral Home, Graham.

Mary was born, Feb. 13, 1924 in Hyman, to Frank and Myrtle Andrews. After graduation from Westbrook HS in 1942, Mary married Thomas Brooks Robertson on April 14, 1943 in Fort Worth.

Mary got her Cosmetology license in Abilene in 1956 and worked at several Beauty Salons until the family moved to Sweetwater in 1959. There she worked at Sula’s Beauty Shop for many years. In 1967 her husband entered the Ministry where they served at Sardis Baptist Church in Fisher County. In 1971 they moved from Sweetwater where they ministered and served together at several Baptist churches in Texas including Breckenridge, Red Springs, Munday, Azle, and lastly at Loving. After her husband retired they moved to Graham, where Mary opened up Mary’s Magic Mirror beauty salon and worked there until 2001 when she moved to Bryan to be close to family and was a member of First Baptist Church, Bryan.

Survivors include; daughters, Becky Hays and husband Wes of Novice, Gayle Hamilton and husband Gary of Monroe, La., Peggy Clark and husband David of Tallahassee, Fla.; son-in-law, Bill Wiman of Bryan; eight grandchildren and 16 great grandchildren. 

Mary was preceded in death by her husband, Thomas Brooks Robertson, daughter, Janis L. Wiman, great grandson Cole Brooks Hamilton, her parents, four sisters and three brothers.

Memorials may be made to First Baptist Church, Bryan or Mission Dignity, PO Box 819109, Dallas, Texas 75381-9109.

“But I would not have you to be ignorant, brethren, concerning them which are asleep, that ye sorrow not, even as others which have no hope.  For if we believe that Jesus died and rose again, even so them also which sleep in Jesus will God bring with him.” (1Thessalonians 4:13-14 KJV)

Margaret “Gene” Burnett, 94, a proud daughter of Graham, passed away on June 26 at home in Brush, Colo. with her loving son Wes Burnett and her daughter-in-law Barbara by her side. She was born in Jean on June 9, 1925 to the late Ola and Thomas Watson Brazelton. She was predeceased by her husband L.W. “Bernie” Burnett, Jr. the love of her life for 51 years and her sister Mildred Clark.

She graduated from Graham High School and attended Tarleton College where she studied accounting. She and Bernie lived throughout Texas during his career as a corporate pilot. They moved to Lubbock in 1966 and she completed her Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting at Texas Tech in 1979, graduating Suma Cum Laude. She passed the CPA examination 1980 and was a CPA in Lubbock through 2006 while continuing to run the Burnett Ranch in South Bend.

She was a faithful member of Saint Christopher’s Episcopal Church in Lubbock and was active in the Lubbock County Friends of the Library.

Gene met every challenge in her life with optimism and courage. She was adored by her family for her smile, her compassion, her sparkling personality, her razor sharp intellect, her witty haiku poems and her fierce loyalty to all things Texas.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in her honor to the South Plains Food Bank in Lubbock.

Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, June 29, at McMillan-Satterwhite Funeral Home. Interment will be in Oak Grove Cemetery.

Joyce Ann Bradley, 70, passed away Monday, June 24, 2019 in Cedar Hill.  Funeral services will be Monday, July 1, at 11 a.m. in Morrison Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will follow in Pioneer Cemetery under the direction of Morrison Funeral Home.

Joyce was born Sept. 3, 1948 in Poynor to the late Warren Gaumelia and Esther Jean (Hallum) Tate.  She married Elijah Bradley Oct. 4, 1986 in Graham.  Joyce was a retired division secretary for Mountain View College.

Survivors include: husband, Elijah Bradley of Cedar Hill; daughters, Tremaya Reynolds and Ashley Bradley both of Cedar Hill; sisters, Vernetta Brown, Jackie Dears, Angela Tate, Andrea Tate, Deborah Wrisley, and Tracy Tate; brothers, Bobby Tate, Kerry Tate, Warren Tate, Jr., and Mark Tate; grandchild, Zari Reynolds.

Visitation will be held Sunday from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. at the funeral home.

Joe Mack Woolfolk was born Sept. 7, 1944 in Graham to M. L. and Reba Jo Woolfolk and died peacefully at his Frisco home on Tuesday, June 25, 2019.

After graduating from Graham High School in 1963, and attending college, Joe married Judy Watson in June 1965.

In 1967, Joe and Judy began managing the Jacksboro Dairy Queen and were able to purchase it. In 1973, Joe and Judy bought Norma’s Dress Shop and added greeting cards, a cosmetic studio, and a full floral shop in one location; and a second Merle Norman studio in Graham. Joe also purchased three downtown buildings and refurbished them. In 1977, Joe and Judy sold everything in Jacksboro to start a new business in the DFW metroplex. They contracted to open the first Connie Shoe Store in Texas, located in Richardson Square Mall, and the third in the nation.

After the couple welcomed the arrival of their adopted infant son, Jason in July 1977, the family moved to Richardson to open the new store and opened an additional 10 shoe stores in Texas and Louisiana. But, due to the economic recession in Texas in 1986, all stores were sold.

In 1988, Joe opened Centrum Travel in Dallas. In 1989 he had his first heart attack, followed by a second in 1990. In 1994 Joe opened a second travel office, but his health had deteriorated and his doctors recommended retirement. Joe sold his business and devoted himself to golf and fishing but became a certified golf instructor and licensed massage therapist in 1997.

By 2006, Joe’s heart was very weak, and death was imminent. Joe learned of a radical treatment using adult stem cells in Bangkok, Thailand. After research, Joe and Judy went to Bangkok. A pint of Joe’s blood was drawn and flown to Israel to grow stem cells. On December 13, his chest was opened, and the stem cells were injected in 30 areas of his heart. The procedure was a success and by February 2007 Joe and Jason were able to fish in Mexico. For 11 years Joe enjoyed good health but in 2017, Joe’s heart began to fail, and he was placed on the UTSW transplant recipient list. On Aug. 28, 2018 Joe received a new heart. Unfortunately, a complication during surgery resulted in anoxic brain damage. Joe worked hard to regain his health, but on Jan. 26, he fell, breaking his arm. His health continued to deteriorate, and he was finally placed in hospice on May 18.

Joe is survived by his wife, Judy; a son and daughter-in-law Jason and Brandy Woolfolk , Los Angeles, Calif.; sister Beverly Walker, Abilene; sister-in-law Phyllis Casteel, Graham; nephew Scott Osburne and children Kathy and Malcolm, Portland, Wash.; niece Gaye and Jeff Davis and children Lori and Nolan, Albany; nephew and niece Damon and Niki Casteel, Graham; and numerous cousins.

There will be celebrations of Joe’s life soon in locations in Anna and Graham.

The family wishes to thank the UTSW transplant team and staff, especially Dr. Jennifer Thibodeau; the doctors, nurses, and staff at William Clements University Hospital, Zale Lipshy Rehabilitation Hospital, Presbyterian North Rehabilitation facility, and Faith Presbyterian Hospice. You all made these last months bearable.

Bert Allen Mann, 90, passed away Tuesday, June 18, 2019 in Graham. A Memorial Service will be Saturday, June 29 at 11 a.m. in the First Presbyterian Church. Arrangements are under the direction of Morrison Funeral Home.

Bert was born July 16, 1928 in Graham to the late Cora Annette Pederson Mann and Floyd Allen Mann. He graduated from Graham High School and North Texas University. Bert married Virginia McCluskey, May 17, 1947 in Jacksboro. He was a self-employed insurance agent in Graham for over thirty years. Bert was a member of First Presbyterian Church, the Rotary Club, where he enjoyed the annual follies, a former member of the Lions Club, and a former Scout Master. He was a former President of Rotary Club, Chamber of Commerce, and Chairman of the Hospital Board. 

Survivors include; wife, Virginia Mann of Graham; daughter, Kathy May and husband Gary of Graham; daughter-in-law, Dawn Mann Thompson and husband Tommy of Lago Vista; grandsons, Garrett May and wife Leigha of San Antonio, Jason May and wife Chrissy of Carrollton; great grandchildren, Ainsley, Declan, and Dawson May.

Bert was preceded in death by a son, Bert Allen Mann, Jr.

The Family asks that memorials be made to First Presbyterian Church, Pastor’s Fund, P.O. Box 870, Graham, Texas 76450.