Johnnie Guy Ricketts passed away Monday, April 23, 2018, at the age of 69, after a long bout with Lewy Body dementia. Johnnie graduated from Cleburne High School in 1966 and North Texas State University in 1970. He married his wife of 46 years in 1972 in Belton, Texas.

Johnnie was an employee of Ben E. Keith Co. for 45 years and a member of Retta Baptist Church in Burleson, Texas.

He is survived by his wife, Tammy Ricketts; daughter, Mandi Ricketts Rivers and husband, Thaxton Rivers; son, Chris Ricketts; two grandsons, Caedmon and Mason Rivers; two brothers, Jeff Ricketts and wife, Jennifer, of Cleburne, and Jim Ricketts and wife, Peggy, of Royse City; nine nieces and nephews; and nine great-nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Johnnie (Tom) and Peggy Ricketts, of Cleburne; and a grandchildm not yet born, who found life in Heaven.

Services were held at Retta Baptist Church in Burleson on Tuesday, May 1, 2018.

Blessing Funeral Home, in Mansfield, Texas, handled the arrangements. 817-473-1555

Frank Massey, 83, went to be with his Lord and Savior on Sunday, May 6, 2018.

The celebration of his life is 10:30 a.m. Saturday, May 19, 2018, at Bill DeBerry Funeral Directors, 2025 West University, Denton, TX 76201.

A private interment will be held in the future.

Frank was born Sept. 5, 1934, in Johnson County, Texas, to Edgar and Leota (Stephens) Massey. He was raised in Burleson along with his brothers, Clymoth, Billy and Charles, and a sister, Helen. Frank graduated from Burleson High School in 1951. He was proud to be his senior class president, as well as being an accomplished basketball player. Frank received basketball scholarships to Decatur Baptist College, and later, to Texas Wesleyan College, where he graduated in 1956.

Soon after Frank began his career at Humble Oil, he began his teaching and coaching career at Gold-Burg, Texas High School. He loved coaching boys and girls basketball, track and baseball. Frank took the girls basketball team to the state championship tournament in 1965. In 1967, Frank was approached about becoming the first State Farm representative in Bowie. He was an immediate success, and, in 1977, was appointed to agency manager. Frank continued working for State Farm until his retirement in 1995. He received many honors and awards, including being an 11 time Millionaire Qualifier, and seven time Legion of Honor Qualifier. Frank always said he was most proud of the fine people he brought into the agency with State Farm.

In 1955, Frank married Stella Morris in Decatur, Texas. They were blessed with three sons, Lee Ray, David and Steven. Frank and Stella raised their family in Bowie. He often spoke about how thankful he was that his boys graduated from Bowie High School. Frank was especially grateful for their mother, and the many great teachers and coaches at BHS that kept them on track. He was very proud of the boys academic and athletic successes while at BHS, and he treasured his memories of those years. Frank was also blessed with four grandsons, Blaine, Landon, Carson and Nathan, and he loved them all dearly. He cherished his time with them and was so proud of the fine men they have become.

Frank later moved to Denton after marrying his second wife, Kathy. He was an active member of Trinity Methodist Church and loved to play golf at Denton Country Club. Frank was also blessed to be a part of Kathy’s children’s lives, Ward, Chuck, Wes, and Chris, and their families.

In 2005, Frank moved to Ringgold, Texas, where he spent his last years with his special partner and companion, Kathy Frank. His family is forever grateful for all of the love and caretaking Kathy provided Frank.

In his spare time, Frank enjoyed golfing, and was very proud of having scored 3 hole-in-ones. He also enjoyed watching sports, especially those his grandsons were playing, and spending time outdoors with his special dogs, Biscuit and Molly. Frank also enjoyed the periodic trip to Winstar Casino!

Frank was preceded in death by his parents, Edgar and Leota Massey; his brothers, Billy Massey and Charles Massey; his sister, Helen Wilson, and a dearly loved niece, Renee Bruce.

Survivors include his three sons, Lee Ray and wife, Kristine, David Massey and wife, Jackie, and Steven Massey and wife, Dawn; his four grandsons, Blaine, Landon and wife, Delaney,Carson and Nathan; his brother, Clymoth Massey and wife, Jeannie; Stella Massey Helf; Kathy Massey; Kathy Frank; and several nieces and nephews.

DeBerry Funeral Directors, in Denton, is handling the arrangements. 940-383-4200

Phillip ‘Jason’ Szurgot, 45, of Burleson, passed away Tuesday, May 15, 2018.

Funeral services were 1 p.m. Monday, May 21, 2018, at Mountain Valley Funeral Home Chapel. Visitation was from 4 to 6 p.m. Sunday, May 20, 2018, at Mountain Valley Funeral Home.

Jason loved playing his guitar, writing music, laughing and making others laugh, and driving on country roads. He had a huge heart for his nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his father, Phillip Szurgot; sister, Kelly Llamas; grandparents; Ben Szurgot, and Charles and Mary Haugrud; and uncle, Steven Haugrud.

Survivors include his mother, Sharon Szurgot, of Joshua, Texas; brother, Matthew Szurgot; sisters, Kari Davis, Stephanie Tatum; grandmother, Maxine Szurgot; as well as many aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and many extended family members and friends.

Mountain Valley Funeral Home, in Joshua, handled the arrangements. 817-426-3200

Angelo Ramos, 61, of Burleson, passed away Saturday, May 12, 2018.

Graveside services are 11 a.m. Friday, June 1, 2018, at Oak Grove Cemetery in Irving.

Mr. Ramos was a custodial supervisor for the Burleson Independent School District for many years.

Angelo is preceded in death by his husband, Randy Alfred Smith; and brothers, Danny Ramos and Richard Ramos.

Survivors include his mother, Aida Mercado; son, Angelo Ramos, Jr.; daughter, Amalia Charlene Ramos; five grandchildren; sister, Janet Ramos; and brother Reynaldo Mercado.

Lucas and Blessing Funeral Home, in Burleson, is handling the arrangements. 817-295-9000.

Nona Jeanette Reeves, 86, of Fort Worth, a loving wife and mother, was accepted into the arms of the Lord on Wednesday, May 16, 2018.

Funeral services were 10 a.m. Saturday, May 19, 2018, at Mountain Valley Funeral Home.The visitation was from 6:00 to 7:30 p.m. Friday, May 18, 2018, at the Mountain Valley Chapel.

She was preceded in death by her husbands, D’Weldon Cordell and Jesse Kenneth Reeves; parents, Louis E. Castleman and Pearl Harper; and brother, Louis E. Castleman Jr.

Nona is survived by her family; Vickey and Charles Schloss, of St. Louis, Missouri, and Sharon Cordell Stewart, of Rendon, Texas; grandchildren, Leigha and Rich Wise, Leslie Gordon, Shea Stewart, Shauna Schloss, and Shelby Stewart; great-grandchildren, Faith Robertson, Quentin Wise, Mason Wise, and Charles Wise; and sisters; Bonnie Hatcher and Ann Helms.

Mountain Valley Funeral Home, in Joshua, handled the arrangements. 817-426-3200

Bonny Clark Russie, 68, passed away Wednesday, May 23, 2018,

at her home, surrounded by her children, April, Jesse and Brandi.

Her memorial service is 11:00 a.m. Saturday, June 9, 2018, at 1912 
Thousand Oaks Drive, in Burleson.Bonny was born Jan. 12, 1950, in 
Fort Worth, to Jim Tom Clark and Kathleen Mae Keith Clark.She was preceded in death by her father, Jim Tom Clark.Survivors  include  her mother, 	Kathleen Mae Keith Clark; 
and five grandchildren.

Rickie Ann Bransom, 71, of Joshua, Texas, passed Sunday, June 3, 2018.

Graveside services are 5 p.m. Saturday, June 16, 2018, at Authon Cemetery, Farm Road 113, 12 miles northwest of Weatherford, in Authon, Texas.

In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to 4 paws in Benbrook, 817-377-1889.

Rickie was born in Fort Worth, on Feb. 25, 1947. She worked as a bartender for Katy Lynn’s and Cooter Browns, and was a member of the American Legion Auxiliary Club. Rickie would never turn down a trip to Shreveport, and had a passion for animals, cooking, country western dancing, playing darts and her family.

She is preceded in death by her natural born parents, Velma Eloise Oliver and John C. Williams; her adopted parents, Mittie Onez Wiggs and Kenneth F. Horgan; and the father of her children, Arthur Lloyd Lance.

Survivors include her children, Gwen A. Claus, and Kenny L Lance, both of Joshua, Texas; grandchildren, Chris Meza and wife, Tiffany, and Lorie and Stephanie Claus; great-grandchildren, Raylee Clinkscale, Holden Hash, Kenzly Meza, Brenlie Flannigan, Brooklyn Flannigan, Evelyn Meza, and C.J. Meza; and three cousins who are like siblings, Judy Still, Larry Stoneman, Kathleen Kuehner; and numerous cousins, and family members.

Laurel Land Funeral Home, in Fort Worth, is handling the arrangements,. 817-293-1350

Alfred (Al) Lee Branch, Jr. passed away peacefully at his home on the morning of Thursday, June 14, 2018, in Granbury, Texas, at the age of 69.

His graveside service was 2 p.m. Tuesday, June 19, 2018, in Ryan Chapel Cemetery, in Diboll, Texas. Visitation was from 6 to 8 p.m. Monday, June 18, 2018, at Wiley Funeral Home, in Granbury.

Al was born at Baptist Memorial Hospital in Houston, Texas, to parents, Alfred Lee, Sr. and Mattie Mae. He met his first wife and high school sweetheart, Janice Barrett through the marching band at Galena Park High School. Once married, Jan and Al moved to College Station, Texas, where Al graduated with a degree in Civil Engineering from Texas A&M University.

While attending college, he and Janice had their first child, Lori Peterson Branch. After graduation, the family of three moved to Fort Worth, Texas, where Al began his 40 year career with the Corps of Engineers. During his first year of work, Janice and Al had their second child, Alfred Lee Branch III.

With their family expanding, they moved to Burleson and had their third child, Matthew Parker Branch, followed by Amber Michelle Branch a year later.

In 1980, the family of six moved to Walnut Creek, Calif. to obtain Al's Masters of Geotechnical Engineering from the University of California Berkley. He graduated with honors at the top of his class in 1981.

Al moved his family back to Burleson, where he continued to work for the Corps of Engineers. As his career advanced, he began working at the Corps Division offices in Dallas and, then, to the Corp of Engineers Headquarters in Washington D.C. In 1998, while working in D.C. he lost Janice to a long battle with lupus and cancer.

As his career continued to progress, he met Anita Wickline, a Virginia Tech educated Geotechnical Engineer, who worked for the Corps in their Huntington, West Virginia office. Al and Anita, sharing a common love of engineering, outdoors, cats, and family, quickly fell in love and wanted to spend the rest of their lives together.

On June 3, 2000, Al and Anita were married at Southeast Church of Christ, in Houston, Texas, with his mother, Maddie Mae; sister, Carolyn; children, Lori, Lee, Matt and Amber; along with his first grandchildren, Bryce and Gwendolyn Branch in attendance.

Al and Anita lived in Kentucky, where Al eventually retired from his job as the Chief of Engineering - Construction Division in Huntington, West Virginia.

Upon retiring, he and Anita moved to Granbury, Texas, where they, along with their cat, Tucker, designed and created their dream home. They lived happily there for 15 years.

In 2005, Al was called back to work after Hurricane Katrina ravaged the Gulf Coast; his expertise was crucial in the levee rebuild.

Alfred Lee Branch could be found around his house playing and loving on his cats which was one of his favorite things. Anyone who knew Al has at one time had a conversation with him about his guns, which he built lock, stock and barrel. He bought and sold guns and spent this last couple of years refurbishing and building them.

He is preceded in death by his father, Alfred Lee Branch, Sr.; mother, Mattie Mae Branch; and wife, Janice Lorene Branch.

Survivors include his wife, Anita Branch; children, Lori Peterson, Lee Branch, and Matt and Amber Branch; his two sisters, Carolyn Brooks, and Pat Cook; grandchildren, Bryce, Gwendolyn, Ann-Marie, Lindsay, Maddie, and Corbin Branch, and Nicole and Nina Peterson.

Wiley Funeral Home, in Granbury, handled the arrangements. 817-573-3000

David Guttery, 84, of Burleson, passed away Friday, June 1, 2018.
The service celebrating his life is 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, July 11, 2018, at Lucas and Blessing Funeral Home, in Burleson.
In lieu of flowers, please consider making donations to Frank Walters Foundation for Deaf Children, P.O. Box 1595, Burleson, TX, 76097 in David's name.
David was an avid golfer and marshaled at Hidden Creek Golf Course in Burleson for years. He loved the game and the many friendships developed through playing golf. David enjoyed watching the Dallas Cowboys, Texas Rangers, going to horse races and yearly trips to Las Vegas with his son and friends. He also enjoyed his morning get-togethers at the Hickory Stick, in Everman, talking to his buddies.
An easy-going man, David got along with everyone. He cherished his wife and family, and was always there with a helping hand when called upon. David was a terrific grandfather, lovingly known as "Pop". He loved animals and would always try to feed a stray, giving it shelter when in need.
He was preceded in death by his mother, Hester Guttery; brother, Eddie Guttery; sister, Dorothy Barnes and nephew, Bruce Kelley.
Survivors include his wife of 66 years, Liz Guttery; daughters, Sherry Taylor and husband, Steve, of Flower Mound, and Vickie Bond and husband, Jeff, of Sherman; son, David Guttery and wife, Darlene, of Burleson; grandchildren, Amanda Mitchell and husband, Matthew, of Fort Collins, Colorado, Kassie Bond and husband, Eric, of Denison, Jeffrey Bond and wife, Traci, of Howe, Matthew Luster and wife, Brandy, of Little Elm, and Danielle Guttery, of Burleson; great-grandchildren, Hannah Bond, Addison Bond, Kaden Luster, Rylee Carpenter, Zoey Guttery-Green, Anja Luster and Talan Luster.

Lucas and Blessing Funeral Home, in Burleson, is handling the arrangements. 817-295-9000

Alice (Cepak) Janecka, age 78, of Burleson, passed away Friday, July 13, 2018, in Waco.

The Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated at 10:30 a.m. Thursday, July 19, 2018, at St. Mary's Catholic Church of the Assumption, in West. Burial will follow at St. Mary's Cemetery. The family received visitors from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. Wednesday, July 18, 2018, at Aderhold Funeral Home Chapel, West.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the St. Mary's Cemetery Association.

Alice was born April 4, 1940, in West, the daughter of Albert and Agnes (Sulak) Cepak. She attended school in Abbott and graduated from La Vega High School in 1958. While her children were of school age, Alice attended the University of Texas at Arlington. She graduated in 1972 with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Art with a minor in Education earning a teaching certificate. Later, Alice took many courses at TCJC, included aerobics, computers, electronics, swimming, and life saving. She was known as the first woman to get an Associate Degree in Automotive Service Technology at Tarrant County Junior College, along with a certificate in Auto Body Repair. She was a homemaker, amateur radio operator and worked as a substitute teacher for over 6 years at the Burleson and Mansfield High Schools. Alice was a member of St. Ann's Catholic Church, in Burleson, where she volunteered with a ladies group in the church, making quilts for many events. She was also a member of the Arlington Radio Club, McLennan/Hill Czech Heritage Society, SPJST Lodge #180, in Burleson, and attended the Elk's lodge in Arlington, where she taught her children to swim. She loved life and enjoyed dancing, listening to Czech music, camping, hiking, swimming, playing volleyball, and traveling through Europe and almost all states in the United States.

She is preceded in death by her parents; brothers, Daniel Cepak, Edward Cepak, Benny Cepak and Joseph Cepak; and sisters, Josephine Hanzlicek and Anna Hennig.

Survivors include her beloved husband of 60 years, Joseph C. "Joe" Janecka, of Burleson; children, Joey Janecka and wife, Tracy Hinterman, of Georgetown, Carl Janecka, of Cedar Park, and Angela Lowe and husband, Richard, of Burleson; sisters-in-law, Helen Smith and JoAnn Cepak; brother-in-law, Jerry Janecka and wife, Marie; grandchildren, Joseph Janecka, Nicklaus Janecka, Cheryl Serena and husband, Matteo, and Stephanie Ross and husband, Dave; andmany nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

A memorial guest book can be found at www.aderholdfuneralhome.com. Aderhold Funeral Home, in West, is in charge of arrangements. 254-826-5321

BURLESON - Sandra Kaye "Mamae" Roberts reunited with her loving husband, Ralph "Doodad" Roberts, in heaven on Wednesday, July 18, 2018, at the age of 75.

The graveside service is 10 a.m. Friday, July 27, 2018, at Skyvue Memorial Gardens, 7220 Rendon Bloodworth Road, Mansfield, TX 76063. There will be no visitation.

Sandra was born February 24, 1943, to the late Andrew and Thelma Watkins, in Fort Worth. She loved spending time with her family. Sandra loved her children, grandchildren and her precious husband whom she loved the most. Mamae was a seamstress and had the talent to make the most beautiful and unique things. She felt her best creation was her family. She was truly the thread that held the family together. She will be missed forever.

She is preceded in death by her parents; husband, Ralph Roberts; and twelve siblings.

Survivors include her son, Delmer Roberts; his daughter, Amy; and his grandchildren, Sierra and Caden; son, Ralph Roberts Jr.; and his son, Ralph Roberts III (Trey); daughter, Robin LaDue, her husband, Alex; and their sons, Connor, Quentin and Logan; and daughters, Laura and Cassandra; daughter, Raelynn Kubala and her husband, John; and their sons, John Travis, David and Daniel; and many nieces and nephews.

Brown Owens & Brumley Family Funeral Home, in Fort Worth, is handling the arrangements. 817-335-4557

Celine  Bernadette (Bouthiller) Leblond, 70, a native of Chicopee, Mass., and 25 year resident of North 
Padre Island, was called to her heavenly home on July 23, 2018. She passed into Eternal Life at her home 
surrounded by the care and comfort of her loving family.Her Celebration of Life service was Aug. 1, 2018, at St. Ann’s Catholic Church.Born in Springfield, Mass., on Oct. 28, 1947, Celine was the eldest daughter of the late Ernest 
Bouthiller and Francoise (Rheaume Chabot) Bouthiller. She was raised in Chicopee with her two sisters, 
Aline and Denise, where she graduated from Precious Blood Catholic High School. Celne later furthered 
her education as she became a Registered Nurse, graduating from the Providence Hospital School of Nursing. 
She married Roger Leblond, of Aldenville, Mass., in May of 1970, and finally settled in Chicopee Falls, 
Mass. There, their young family grew to a total of five children before they moved to Fort Worth, Texas, 
in January 1981.Shortly after their arrival in Texas, the family moved to Burleson, where Celine was 
active in both school district and church support activities- at St Ann’s Catholic Church- for all five of her 
children.Along with raising her children, Celine was a Resident Life Coordinator in the TCU Athletic 
Dorm (Moncrief Hall) for five years, served as the Director of Nursing at Silverhaven Nursing Home in 
the city of Burleson, and after moving to south Texas, she served as an administrator for the State of Texas 
Nursing Certification exam.After the graduation of their youngest child from Burleson High School, 
Celine and Roger moved to Corpus Christi, Texas, and settled on the water fulfilling a lifelong dream. 
Of most importance to Celine, regardless the location or occupation, was her family of five children, 
Lisa, Scott, Andrea, Steven, and Nicole; and her real treasures, fifteen grandchildren, (three with each child).Additionally, over the last twenty years, Celine used both her nursing acumen and familial compassion 
to see to the final care of her entire family, as she was predeceased by her father, Ernest Bouthiller, who was 
called home on Dec. 19, 2002, and mother, Francoise Bouthiller, recently called home on May, 29, 2017; her 
two sisters, Aline Masek, who was called home on May 6, 1995, and Denise Bouthiller, who was called 
home on Sept. 15, 2012.She leaves her loving husband of 48 years, Roger Leblond, of Corpus Christi, 
Texas; her brothers-in-law, Neil Masek, Gerry Leblond, Henry Leblond; and sister-in-law, Diane Dame; 
her five cherished children; her 15 treasured grandchildren; and a countless number of students, athletes, 
and friends, of the family that made amazing memories through the years. Additionally, she leaves a lasting 
legacy of life-long friends across the country, including Suzanne Jones and Kathy Cossaboom, of Massachusetts, 
along with her ‘favorite Texan’- Nora Davis. 

Scottie Newt Brumley, 67, of Burleson, arrived in Heaven on July 21, 2018. A celebration of his life will be planned at a later date.

Scottie was born October 7, 1950, in Highland, California, but made Texas his home. He was a Navy veteran of Vietnam. “Mr. Scott” retired from BISD after serving as a custodian at Norwood Elementary and Burleson High for many years. In his retirement, he enjoyed fishing, Dallas Cowboys football, and spending quality time with his grand girls. He used his talent for singing and playing guitar to make people smile. He never met a stranger, leaving a positive impact on all who knew him. He loved Jesus, his country, his community, his family and friends. He was known for his love and kindness.

He has temporarily left behind, his son, Chasten Brumley and wife, Emily, of Paradise; granddaughters, Dixie and Audrey Brumley; brothers, Charles and Robert Brumley, of Phoenix, Arizona; close friends, Debbie and Samantha Saleh, of Crowley; and numerous extended family members and friends.

Any messages of condolences or memories to be shared with family can be emailed to: Scottiebrumley5@gmail.com. Donations may be made in his honor to Harvest House in Burleson.

Mountain Valley Funeral Home, in Joshua, is handling the arrangements. 817-426-3200.

Charles Arthur Terpening, 75, of East Tawakoni, passed away Tuesday, July 31, 2018.

According to his wishes, no services are planned.

Charles was born July 6, 1943, in Anderson County, to Arthur and Lucy Terpening. He was a hard worker and retired as a manager from the trucking industry. He was a member of the NRA and he loved his dogs, guns, and motorcycles.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Arthur and Lucy Terpening.

Survivors include his daughter, Tangi Robertson and husband, Aubrey; six grandchildren; and sister, Jean Townsend and husband, Severn.

White's Funeral Home, in Weatherford, Texas, is handling the arrangements. 817-596-4811

Daniel Scott Butler, age 56, born June 17, 1962, in San Diego, California, passed away Monday, August 6, 2018, in Saginaw, Texas.

His Celebration of Life service was 10 a.m., Saturday, Aug. 11, 2018, at Keller’s Old Town Funeral Home, 220 Keller Parkway, Keller, Texas 76248.

Daniel was born to William Scott and Betty Doris Butler. He graduated from Burleson High School in 1980 and received his bachelors degree from Texas Tech University in 1985.

Survivors include his wife, Kelley Butler; children, Scotty, Camie, Allie, Micah, Eugene, Phoebe, Olivia, Faith, Hope and Josiah Butler; grandchildren, Logan Scott and Wilfred John Butler; parents, Scott and Doris Butler; brother, Larry Michael, and wife, Melissa; their son Vinny; and numerous other family members and friends.

onna Self Meester went peacefully to be with the Lord on Sunday, Aug. 12, 2018.

Her memorial service 1:00 p.m. Friday, Aug. 17, 2018, at Normandale Baptist Church.In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in her memory to the ALS Foundation.Donna was born Oct. 31, 1952, in Shawnee, Okla. Her family moved to White Settlement, 
Texas, in 1958, where she attended White Settlement schools, graduating in 1971. She married 
the love of her life, Stephen Meester, on May 2, 1981, and they made their home in Burleson. 
Donna was the oldest of four siblings who selflessly took on the role of the family matriarch 
after the passing of their father in 2008. With her devoted husband by her side, she fought a 
courageous two year battle with a hideous disease with grace & dignity. Our hearts are heavy, 
but we take comfort knowing that she is at peace. Donna was a devoted wife, mother, 
daughter, sister and nana who will be dearly missed.She was preceded in death by her father, Melvin “Pete” Self.Survivors include her husband of 37 years, Stephen Meester; son, Brian Wayne Parkhill Jr. 
and wife, Sandra; mother, Mary Jo Self; grandchildren, Brian Wayne Parkhill Jr. and Nikki, 
Wyatt Nicholas Parkhill and wife, Norma; Garrett Lee Parkhill; and Clare Evonne Parkhill; 
great-grandchildren, Ava Peyton Parkhill and Easton Cole Parkhill; brother, Mel Self and 
wife, Connie; sister, Cheryl Pierce and husband, Duane; sister, Terrie Blevins and husband, 
Tommy; and numerous nieces and nephews.Lucas and Blessing, in Burleson, is handling the arrangements. 817-295-9000

Helen Jamison, 81, of Burleson, passed away Thursday, Aug. 23, 2018.

Funeral services are 10:00 a.m. Friday, Aug. 31, 2018, at Mountain Valley Funeral Home. Visitation is from 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 30, 2018.

Helen was born Sept. 7, 1936, in Shiner, Texas, to Raymond and Anita Stindt. She worked at Burleson State Bank which eventually became Wells Fargo Bank. In her time at the bank, she established lasting friendships with many area residents and businesses. She became a much beloved fixture at the bank and had many regular customers that would wait in her line just to talk to her.

She was preceded in death by mother, Anita; father, Raymond; son, Kevin; daughter, Debra; brother, Eugene; and sister, Diana.

Survivors include her son, Bryan Jamison and wife, Kelli; sister, Renette Butler; granddaughter, Rachel Martinez and husband, Rene; grandson, David Moxley and wife, Pauline; three great-grandchildren; numerous nephews and nieces; and many others who formed a special bond with her; and longtime friend and companion, Tom Goff.

Helen will always be remembered as a kind and gentle soul who always had a great smile, a hearty laugh, and a kind word. Her spirit will live on in the lives of those she touched.

Mountain Valley Funeral Home, in Joshua, is handling the arrangements. 817-426-3200

In Honoring and Celebrating the Life of

Dr. Martha Ann (Smith) Whisenant, PhD.

Who blessed us with her life from May 16, 1942 until August 12, 2018.

Her Life Celebration Service is 6:30 p.m. on Thursday, Sept. 6, 2018, at Tabernacle Baptist Church of Rendon, located at 12440 Rendon Road, Burleson, TX 76028.

Jesus welcomed Martha home Sunday, August 12, 2018. A career educator, Martha influenced thousands throughout her years of teaching. Martha entered Heaven surrounded by family at home after courageously battling cancer.

Born May 16, 1942, in Fort Worth, to Paul and Melissa Smith, Martha married Elmer Howard Whisenant on Jan. 25^, 1959 upon graduating Mansfield High School. After having children, Martha pursued her education to achieve her PhD.

Martha is survived by her husband, Elmer; children, Howard and Darla Whisenant; siblings, Nancy Ryan and Clyde Smith; five grandchildren; and 14 great-grandchildren.

R.E. “Bob” Lee, 81, of Burleson, Texas, and Marshall, Missouri, died Saturday, Aug. 25, 2018, at The Living Center, in Marshall.

Memorial services were 10:30 a.m. Thursday, Aug. 30, 2018, at Campbell-Lewis Chapel, in Marshall, with Rev. Sandy Nenadal officiating. Inurnment will be at a later date in Burleson, Texas.

In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to First Christian Church, of Burleson. An online guestbook is available at www.campbell-lewis.com.

Born Nov. 27, 1936, in El Paso, Illinois, he was the son of the late William Earl Lee and Marguerite Bradley Lee. Bob was a 1954 graduate of Bloomington High School in Bloomington, Illinois, and then served in the United States Air Force until he was honorably discharged in 1963. On June 8, 1958, he married Maxine Hinnah, who survives of the home. Bob was employed with U.S. Lime and Minerals, in Dallas, Texas, as their credit collections manager, and attended First Christian Church, in Burleson.

He was preceded in death by his parents; four sisters; Alice, Imogene, Margaret, and Nadine; and one brother, Bill.

In addition to his wife, Maxine; he is survived by one son, Keith Lee, of Burleson, Texas; one daughter, Becky Lee, of North Richland Hills, Texas; one grandson, Matthew Lee, of Burleson, Texas; one brother, Ron Lee, of Red Oak, Texas; as well as nieces and nephews.

Campbell-Lewis Funeral Home, Inc., in Marshall, Missouri, handled the arrangements. (660) 886-5700

The service for Glena Heathington Polson, age 84, of Burleson, Texas, is scheduled for 11:00 AM, Saturday, Sept. 22, 2018, at Bailey County Cemetery in Muleshoe, Texas.

Glena died Thursday, Aug. 23, 2018, in Crowley, Texas. She was born Nov. 1, 1933, in Sudan, Texas, to Glen Malcomb and Berta (Glenn) Miller. Glena married Willard Heathington and, after his death in 1964, she married Lynn Polson.

She is preceded in death by both of her husbands, Willard Heathington and Lynn Polson; her parents; her step-father, Ira L. Kitchens; and two sons, Mackie Heathington and Ronald Heathington.

Survivors include her son, Hal Heathington and his wife, Beth, of Georgetown, Texas; her daughter, Gayla Shuster, of Burleson, Texas; two sisters, Charlie Lipke, of Hamlin, Texas, and Gail Kitchens Goodwin and her husband, Mike, of Festus, Missouri; two brothers, Bunt Kitchens and his wife, Ruth, of Muleshoe, Texas, and Larry Kitchens, of Palestine, Texas; two grandchildren, Stephanie Patton and Valarie Armstrong; four great-grandchildren; and one great-great-grandchild.

Online condolences may be made at www.ellisfuneralhomes.com.

Ellis Funeral Home, in Muleshoe, Texas, is handling the arrangements. 806-272-4574