Obituaries

Recent Obituaries from Fort Worth, TX

Roger Allen Baisden

Roger Allen Baisden

May 17, 2025

Roger Allen Baisden was born on November 13, 1956, in Oklahoma City. Roger, a believer in Jesus Christ, our lord and savior, passed away peacefully in his sleep of natural causes on May 17, 2025, in Weatherford, Texas, at the age of 68.

Roger served in the United States Air Force as an aircraft egress mechanic with...

Jeffrey K. Brown

Jeffrey K. Brown

May 16, 2025

Jeffrey K. Brown, age 68, of Fort Worth, Texas, passed away peacefully on Friday, May 16, 2025. A man of faith, compassion, and quiet wisdom, Jeff touched the lives of everyone fortunate enough to know him.

Born in Los Angeles, California, to Carlota and Gilfred Brown, Jeff was one of five siblings.

He graduated from...

William Frederick Taggart

William Frederick Taggart

May 15, 2025

Fred Taggart was born July 17,1936, in Little Rock, Arkansas to George Elwood Taggart and Sallie (Wilson) Taggart.

Service: 2:00 pm, Thursday, May 22, 2025, in Biggers Funeral Chapel.

Interment: Oakwood Cemetery, following the service.

Visitation: 6:00 – 8:00 pm, Wednesday, May 21, 2025, at Biggers Funeral Home.

On January 19,1954,...

Jack  Wendell Newton

Jack Wendell Newton

May 12, 2025

Jack Wendell Newton passed from this life on Monday, May 12, 2025, in Fort Worth, Texas, at the age of 87.

Service: 2:00 pm, Saturday, May 17, 2025, Ash Creek Baptist Church

Interment: Ash Creek Cemetery following service

Visitation: 6:00 – 8:00 pm, Friday, May 16, 2025, at Biggers Funeral Home.

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David Michael Farley

David Michael Farley

May 12, 2025

David Michael Farley, beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend, passed from this life on Monday, May 12, 2025, in Fort Worth, Texas. Born on July 16, 1949, in Fort Worth to Horace and Dorothy (Clemens) Farley, David lived a life filled with dedication, love, and unwavering kindness.

Visitation:  6:00 - 8:00 p.m., Saturday, May 17, 2025,...

Martha Adell Faulk

Martha Adell Faulk

May 8, 2025

Martha Adell Faulk was born on June 10, 1938 to Morris and Etta Alldredge in Fort Worth, Texas and passed from this life on Thursday, May 8, 2025, age 86 years.

Service: 11:00 a.m., Friday, May 16, 2025, First Baptist Church of Lakeside

Interment: 2:30 p.m., Dallas-Fort Worth National Cemetery, Dallas, Texas.

Visitation:...

Mary Nell Manning

Mary Nell Manning

May 7, 2025

Mary Nell Coston Manning, 93, passed away from her life on earth, Wednesday, May 7, 2025. She was surrounded by her devoted daughter, Brenda Manning Ornelas, her two beloved nieces, Carolyn Ruth Coston Seljos, Donna Kay Coston Crowley, her two adopted grandchildren, Alberto Palma and Heather Soto, and her dedicated Hospice nurse, Tara.

Committal: 10:15 a.m. Monday,...

George Joseph Keller

George Joseph Keller

May 6, 2025

George Joseph Keller, age 90, of Fort Worth, Texas, passed away on Tuesday, May 6, 2025, leaving behind a legacy of love, strength, and unwavering dedication.

Graveside: 10:30 am, Wednesday, May 14, 2025, Dallas-Fort Worth National Cemetery.

Born on September 24, 1934, in the Bronx, New York, George was the third of four children to...

Gloria Elaine (Rasco) Stokes

Gloria Elaine (Rasco) Stokes

May 5, 2025

It is with tremendous sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved mother, Gloria Elaine (Rasco) Stokes, who left us on May 5, 2025 at the age of 75 in Springtown, Texas. Born on July 14, 1949, in Fort Worth, Elaine was a woman of incredible strength, integrity, and compassion. She lived her life putting others before herself...

Lester Ray Boyer

Lester Ray Boyer

May 4, 2025

Lester Ray Boyer, age 86, passed away peacefully on Sunday, May 4, 2025, in Springtown, Texas.

Visitation: 6:00 – 8:00 p.m., Friday, May 9, 2025 at Biggers Funeral Home, 6100 Azle Avenue, Lake Worth, Texas 76135.

Ray was born on July 17, 1938, to Noel and Nora Boyer in Wetumka, Oklahoma. He lived a life...

Thelma Jean Smith

Thelma Jean Smith

May 3, 2025

Thelma Jean Smith June 28, 1927 – May 3, 2025

With hearts full of love and gratitude, we honor the life of Thelma Jean Smith, who peacefully passed away at the age of 97. Born in Fort Worth, Texas, Thelma lived a life brimming with love, adventure, and dedication to the people and passions that meant the...

Bobby Earl Henson

Bobby Earl Henson

Apr 30, 2025

Bobby Earl Henson of Saginaw, TX, passed away on Wednesday, April 30, 2025, at the age of 84. After a brutal one-month fight against the complications from pancreatic cancer, he is now healed and at peace with his Heavenly Father.

Service: 11:00 a.m., Thursday, May 8, 2025 at Eagles View Church.

Interment: Saginaw Cemetery following...

Brian Martin Sanders

Brian Martin Sanders

Apr 29, 2025

Brian Martin Sanders, age 52, passed away on Tuesday, April 29, 2025, and entered into the presence of our Lord and Savior.

Brian had a natural talent for remodeling homes and working on cars, finding genuine joy in both. A natural helper at heart, he was always willing to lend a hand to those in need. He...

Billy Lawrence Heflin

Billy Lawrence Heflin

Apr 26, 2025

Billy Lawrence Heflin, beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend, passed away peacefully on Saturday, April 26, 2025, at the age of 89.

Service: 2:00 p.m., Tuesday, May 13, 2025 at Biggers Funeral Chapel, Lake Worth, Texas.

Interment: Mount Olivet Cemetery following the service.

Visitation: 6:00 – 8:00 p.m., Monday, May 12, 2025 at...

Anne Blake Carlson

Anne Blake Carlson

Apr 25, 2025

Anne Blake (Rigg) Carlson, better known as Annie by those who knew and loved her, passed away on Friday, April 25, 2025.

Memorial Service: 11:00 am, Saturday, May 24, 2025 in Biggers Funeral Chapel, 6100 Azle Avenue, Fort Worth, Texas 76135.

Memorials: In lieu of flowers, the family respectfully request donations be made to Good...

James Lee  Rankins Jr.

James Lee Rankins Jr.

Apr 25, 2025

James Lee Rankins Jr. was born on March 3, 1970, in Chicago, Illinois, to James Rankins Sr. and Mary Rankins. Raised in a Christian home, James began his education at Wilson Elementary School in Bellwood, Illinois. He continued his studies at Roosevelt Middle School and graduated from Proviso West High School in Hillside, Illinois, in 1988.

Following...

Wimberley Ann Davis

Wimberley Ann Davis

Apr 24, 2025

Wimberley Ann Davis was born December 18, 1967, to Dale and Ruth Davis in Carbondale, Illinois. She passed away on Thursday, April 24, 2025, at the age of 57, surrounded by her loving family in Azle, Texas.

Service: 11:00 am, Tuesday, May 6, 2025, Biggers Funeral Chapel as we gather to remember her, we hold onto the...

Dr. John W.  Pate

Dr. John W. Pate

Apr 22, 2025

Dr. John Woodrow Pate, Jr. died peacefully at home on Tuesday, April 22, 2025, at the age of 83.

Memorial Service: 10:30 a.m., Saturday, May 17, 2025 at Robert Carr Chapel – TCU

John was born on June 11, 1941, in Shreveport Louisiana. He was the eldest son of Dr. John Woodrow and Era Jeanne...

Jerry Marvin Hollingsworth

Jerry Marvin Hollingsworth

Apr 20, 2025

Jerry Marvin Hollingsworth passed into the arms of his loving Savior on Sunday, April 20, 2025, at the age of 79, at his home in Reno, Texas.

Service: 11:00 a.m., Friday, May 2, 2025 at Walnut Creek Baptist Church, 220 W Reno Rd, Azle, Texas 76020.

Graveside: New Hope Cemetery

Visitation: 6:00 –...

Blake James Mcmurray

Blake James Mcmurray

Apr 19, 2025

Blake James McMurray, 64, of Fort Worth, Texas, passed away on April 19, 2025. Born on December 13, 1960, in Riverside, California, Blake was a man full of life, love, and laughter.

Memorial Service:  11:00 am, Saturday, May 10, 2025 in Biggers Funeral Chapel.

He was born and raised in Riverside, where he attended St....

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