Charlie Wade Boren passed away Tuesday, Sept. 4, 2018 in Austin, Texas.

Memorial donations may be made to the Friends of Russell Farm, 405 W. County Road 714, Burleson, TX 76028.

Charlie was born in Snyder, Texas on Nov. 1, 1927, to Clyde and Winfred Boren. He graduated from Snyder High School in 1945, where he was active in sports, band, and drama. Upon graduation, he entered Baylor University for one quarter. Then, he volunteered for the Naval Air Corps, where he served during the final years of World War II while stationed in Florida and Trinidad in the BWI (British West Indies).

When his two years of service were completed, Charlie came home to Snyder, married his childhood sweetheart, Louise Rea, and returned to Baylor University to complete his education. On Aug. 15, 1950, the night of his graduation, his first daughter, Charlsa Louise, was born. Wearing his cap and gown, Charlie visited mother and daughter on his way to the ceremonies.

After eight years of coaching football and teaching history in three small Texas high schools, including Rosebud, Palestine, and Gaston, Charlie and Louise moved to Austin. They now had two daughters, as Rebecca Lace was born in Palestine.

Austin was their home for the next 21 years. Charlie enjoyed his years coaching football and baseball at Travis High School before changing to administration at Porter Jr. High and Crockett High School.

It was during this time that Charlie discovered he had a talent for and love of wood sculpture. As he began to see art as a second career, several things happened to further this plan. He inherited an historic family farm in Burleson, Texas, and was hired as principal of Burleson High School. At age 52, Charlie embarked on the adventure of his life. Now living on a farm and having taken early retirement from the school business, he was free to follow his dream. He sought out the master carvers in Bavaria, England, Canada and the USA. As he studied with them, he gradually developed his own style, a harmony of wood and artistry.

For 35 years he carved and sold his work, often with an art group called the Texas Wild Bunch. His signature sculpture was a cowboy boot. These Texas symbols now reside in many prominent places over the world. However, always the teacher, Charlie felt the need to share the knowledge he had gained about this timeless art of wood carving by teaching seminars. This led him to establish the Russell Farm Art Center, a non-profit organization where artists could meet, study, and promote their work.

As the infirmities of age crept up on him, this son of a pioneer ranching family whose ancestors came to Texas before it was a state, sought a way to preserve his beloved Russell Farm for posterity. A gift to the City of Burleson made it possible for this historic treasure (a designated Texas Century Farm) to be enjoyed for, not only art, but also community gardening, weddings, family reunions, local history seminars and other community activities. Thus Charlie's vision was fulfilled.

Charlie was preceded in death by his parents, Clyde Milton Boren and Winnie Winfred Boren; his three brothers, Fred Boren, Clyde Winston Boren, and Donald Boren; and his daughter, Rebecca Lace (Becky) Boren.

He is survived by his loving wife of 70 years, Louise; his daughter, Charlsa Bentley and husband, Mark, of Austin, Texas; his granddaughters, Hilary Bentley and Erin Bentley, both of Austin, Texas; and many other loving family members and friends.

Cook Walden Funeral Home is handling the arrangements. 512-454-5611

ETER “PETE” C. HANSELL

Peter “Pete” C. Hansell, born July 8, 1953, passed away Monday, September 10, 2018, 
after a short illness. For years, Pete lived and worked in the Burleson area, and had a 
large family of friends. They meant so much to him, and he to them. Pete became blind 
after a stroke several years ago, but continued to live independently thanks to the 
wonderful help of these friends and his can-do attitude.  Pete grew up mostly in Dallas 
and attended Austin College. For most of his professional life, he worked in the advertising
or automobile sales and finance business, following in the footsteps of his father.  He loved 
all sports, especially his beloved Cowboys, and loved watching them. Pete also loved 
spending holidays with his family in Dallas and later in Houston.  Pete is preceded in death 
by his father, G.E. “Hank” Hansell; mother, Elinor Green Hansell; and infant brother, 
Stephen C. Hansell.    Survivors  include  his sisters, Reese Hansell Todd and husband, 
William F. Todd, and Heidi Hansell Askew; nephews, Chris Todd, David Todd, and Hayden 
Askew, niece, Emily Askew; and various great nieces and nephews; and his high school 
sweetheart and life-long friend, Noel. Donations can be made to the charity of choice. 

Robert R. Hansel, 73, Burleson, Texas, passed away Sept. 7, 2018, at Texas Hughley Hospital after a lengthy struggle with health and life crisis issues.

Bob was born May 29, 1945, in Richland Center, Wis., to Raymond Hansel and Colleen Hansel Staum. His stepparents were Hazel Hansel and Roy Staum. His older brother was Edward Oliver; all preceded him in death. He was raised between Milwaukee and Boaz, Wis., until moving to Anoka as a teenager. Bob enlisted at age 17 in the U.S. Navy. He served aboard the USS Enterprise and the USS Hornet. His service took him overseas to many countries including Japan and Italy. During a special tour, his ship recovered an early Earth-orbit NASA capsule. Upon honorable discharge, he returned to Minnesota, married and began a career in law enforcement. Bob served with the Anoka, Champlain and Ramsey police departments. He was active in Operation ID, K-9 units, motorcycle patrols and juvenile diversion programs. He and his first wife built a new home in Ramsey, welcomed two older children and enjoyed many years of family life. Bob also liked hunting, fishing and dirt track racing during these years.

After a family split, Bob moved back to Milwaukee for a short time, learned the precious metals business and began to travel. He settled in Burleson, Texas, with his father, Ray, in the early 1980s. He worked as a house painter, security officer and owned several independent businesses. He worked last for Williams Oil Company of Texas, retiring for health reason in 2010.

Bob enjoyed hosting festivities and welcoming people to his beloved ranch home. He was known for his stories, sayings, quick quips and his “Texas cocktail hour,” which was any time that he decided it was! He loved animals, especially his companion pets. He was a collector of anything with an engine or that would shoot. Many conversations and cups of coffee were shared at the window of his dining room table.

Bob also liked music, old Western movies and anything Texas. As a descendant of the Cherokee Rosebud Nation, he loved Native American and Western art. He had been a member of the American Legion and Police and Peace Officers Association in Minnesota and Texas, although he was not active at the time of his death. He was able to renew spiritually after some years in emotional darkness, with chaplain services where he resided.

Known survivors are siblings, Sheila Hooghkirk, Rochelle, Ill.; M. Kim Staum, Tamarack; and Rhonda Staum, Aitkin; many nieces and nephews; and many kind friends in Texas and Minnesota.

Cremation services were provided by the Neptune Society of North Richland Hills, Texas. A Catholic Mass will be celebrated in Boundary Waters Canoe Area of Minnesota with family. Other tributes are to be determined. Correspondence may be sent c/o Staum, General Delivery, Aitkin, MN 56431. Share a memory on Facebook.

Roberta Frances Neeper died at the age of 86 on Thursday, Sept. 20, 2018. She was born on June 15^th, 1932 in Cheyenne, Wyoming. She was the youngest of four daughters.

Visitation was Tuesday, Sept. 25, 2018, from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m., at Wiley Funeral Home, in Granbury. The service was 11:00 a.m. Wednesday, Sept. 26, 2018, at Wiley’s Chapel and burial followed at 2:00 p.m. at Laurel Land on Crowley Road in Fort Worth.

Roberta was a loving daughter, wife, mother and grandmother. She married Ernest Glenn Neeper in May of 1950 at the age of 16. They had three children, and lived in Fort Worth and Burleson before settling down in Granbury, Texas. Roberta was soft spoken, but was independent and strong. She was generous and giving of her time, putting others before self. Roberta was a great listener and gave sage advice. She was a devoted Christian, who worked tirelessly for her church community. Roberta was a Sunday school teacher for many years. She was known as the card lady, making sure everyone she knew received birthday cards to celebrate their life. Roberta was the local chauffeur for many of her friends. She took them to doctor appointments, grocery shopping and running them about town for errands. Roberta taught her family and friends by example, how to be a kind and caring person.

She was an avid rock hound, a Stamp Collector, coin collector and Birdwatcher. Roberta loved watching birds on her property and doing the research to identify them. She was an avid reader and she loved to travel.

Family was a priority and a source of joy for Roberta. Spending time with her children and grandchildren always brought a smile to her face. We have lost a beautiful soul. She will be greatly missed.

Roberta was preceded in death by her parents; her daughter, Barbara Jean; and her husband, Ernest Glenn.

Survivors include her son, Eddie and wife, Pamela; son, Audie and wife, Vhi; 11 grandchildren; and 15 great-grandchildren.

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

Terry Lynn Reeves, 75, of Cleburne, Texas, a Master Plumber by trade, died Saturday, Sept. 22, 2018, at his home, surrounded by family.

Funeral services were 1 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 26, 2018, at Cleburne Bible Church. Interment followed at White Church Cemetery, near Glen Rose, Texas. Visitation was 6:30-8:30 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 25, 2018, at Rosser Funeral Home.

The family requests that, in lieu of flowers, Living Memorials be given in memory of Terry to Banner of Faith Ministries, https://www.paypal.me/BannerofFaith, PO Box 2180, San Juan, TX 78589or Cleburne Pregnancy Center, careforcpc.com,100 S. Main Street, Cleburne, TX 76033 (include memo: Terry Reeves on each).

Terry Reeves was born Feb. 24, 1943, in Glen Rose, to O.C. “Hog” Reeves and Lillie Mae (Ramsay) Reeves. He married Betty Catherine Powell on Dec. 27, 1969, in Granbury, Texas.

He was a very loving husband, father, “papa”, brother, friend and a very faithful servant of his Savior. Terry dedicated his entire life to volunteering and serving others. He faithfully served our country through the Army National Guard for six years during the 1960’s. 

Terry served on the Board of Directors at the Cleburne Pregnancy Center, as well as acted as the General Contractor for the renovation project at their current location. He was an active member of the Cleburne Bible Church serving in the coffee ministry, where he was known as, “the best coffee maker ever”.

An active participant in Banner of Faith Ministries, Terry traveled to Mexico annually to provide humanitarian work with fellow Christians.

He finally retired in 2017 after working as a Master Plumber for over 40 years. In retirement, he enjoyed spending time with his family and friends, but never stopped volunteering and serving others.

Terry was preceded in death by his parents, Orville Cadmus Reeves and Lillie Mae Reeves; wife, Betty Catherine Reeves; sister, Joy Tuck; and brother-in-law, Thomas Tuck, Sr.; as well as extended family members including cousins, aunts, uncles, in-laws and (out-laws).

Survivors include his son, Gerald Reeves and wife, Stephanie; daughters, Kim Stuckey and husband, Chris, and Crystal Valentino and husband, Shawn; sister, Jean Ramsay and husband, James; grandchildren, Cassandra and Hunter Stuckey, Cord, Sawyer, Bryson and Selah Reeves, and Chloe, Joshua and Lilly Valentino; and many nieces, nephews and other family members and numerous friends.

Marvin Lawrence Cartwright, 86, passed away Wednesday, Sept. 26, 2018.

A celebration of life service was 1:30 p.m. Friday, Sept. 28, 2018, at First Baptist Church in Burleson. Visitation was from 6-8 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 26, 2018, at Mountain Valley Funeral Home, 3407 S.W. Wilshire Blvd., Joshua, Texas.

Should friends desire, contributions may be sent to Eagles Nest Children’s Home, P.O. Box 637, Burleson, TX 76097; or First BaptistChurch, 317 W. Ellison St., Burleson, TX 76028.

Marvin was born Nov. 29, 1931, in Haynesville, Louisiana. He served our nation in the U.S. Navy, built for others as a bricklayer and contractor, but his life was defined as a Man of God, always a witness for the Lord and a helper to others.

He was preceded in death by his parents; wife, Jimmie; son, Scott; five brothers; and four sisters.

Survivors include his daughter, Lynn Basden; grandchildren, Daniel and wife, Amber, Kyle, Simon and Alex Basden, Lyndi Hastings and husband, Murrel, Jacob Cartwright and wife, Vanessa, and Amy Cheek and husband, Casey; and great-grandchildren, Finley, Brody and Keaton Basden, and Lucas Cartwright and Samantha Cheek.

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

Walter Mark Schreiner, 66, of Burleson, passed away Thursday, Sept. 13, 2018. He was born Jan. 24, 1952, in Fort Worth, Texas, to Alfred and Mildred (Burton) Schreiner.

Walter loved his home and yard, as well as his family. He loved Rock n’ Roll oldies, Old Westerns and animals. He had a huge collection of 45’s and the Three Stooges was his favorite.

He leaves behind a daughter, Tanya Knight; son, Marcus Schreiner; grandchildren, Jesse and Journey Hartley and Demi Grace Grider; sister, Iris Odom; brother, Milton Schreiner; several nieces and nephews; one brother-in-law and several sisters-in-law.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Alfred Schreiner Sr. and Mildred Schreiner; sister, Gloria Hamm; and brothers, Alfred Schreiner Jr., Willard Schreiner and Charles Schreiner; and one brother in law Johnny Hamm.

SEPTEMBER 22, 1942 – SEPTEMBER 03, 2018

Carolyn Hill, age 75, of Beaumont, Texas, passed away Monday, September 3, 2018 in Las Cruces, New Mexico.

Family and friends gathered for a viewing at Scott's Funeral Home in Gatesville from 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Wednesday September 12, 2018, with graveside services at 2:00 p.m. at Restland Cemetery.

Carolyn was born September 22, 1942, in Marlin, Texas, to Pauline and J. Lyndal Hughes.

She is a 1961 National Honor Society graduate of Burleson High School, in Texas, where she participated in band and was a majorette. After graduating, Carolyn worked over 20 years for A. Brandt Company, Inc. Furniture Manufacturing, in Fort Worth, Texas, before relocating to Houston in 1976 with her family so that her husband could start his new job.

Married to her high school sweetheart, Kenneth, for over 57 years, she leaves behind her husband, Kenneth W. Hill; her daughter, Kimberly Parnell and son-in-law, Wayne, of Richmond, Texas, and her son, David Hill and daughter-in-law, Jennifer, along with twin granddaughters, Jena and Sofia, of Las Cruces, New Mexico.

Carolyn had many joys and passions. Her love of animals started with her first horse, Lady, when she a young girl. She also loved dogs dearly and almost always had at least one as a companion. Carolyn was very creative and loved to use her hands to bake, cook, quilt and knit.

Exploring was a favorite pastime she shared with the love of her life. She and Kenneth traveled all over together. They went to Europe, South America, took cruises in Alaska and the Caribbean to name a few. Their joint love of the outdoors took them on great adventures in their RV all over the United States. One of Carolyn's favorite accomplishments was the lake house that she and Kenneth built almost entirely by themselves. That lake house in Lake Livingston, Texas, was a place where they could gather with family and friends.

Carolyn is one of five children. She has one sister, Nita Marbach and late husband, Carl, of San Antonio, Texas; three brothers, Lynn Hughes and wife, Mary, of Lewisville, Texas, late brother, Larry Hughes and wife, Glenda, of Gatesville, Texas, and Ron Hughes and wife, Charlette, of Euless, Texas. She had many nieces and nephews that she loved dearly.

Nancy Lee Winterman passed away peacefully Monday, Sept. 24, 2018, surrounded by her loved ones.

The graveside service is 11:30 a.m. Thursday, Oct. 18, 2018, at Greenwood Memorial Park, 3100 White Settlement Rd., Fort Worth, Texas.

Memorial contributions in Nancy’s honor can be made to Susan G. Komen for The Cure, the Lung Cancer Foundation of America, or another charity of your choice.

Nancy was born in Charlie, Texas, on Dec. 27, 1924, to Mary Easter and Wheeler Wilson Gresham. She was the third of six children, including three boys and three girls. Nancy started working with the National Youth Association at the age of 16 during World War II, making $19 a month. Many would argue she never quit working from there.

In 1942, while working as a soda jerk at the Renfro Drugstore in downtown Fort Worth, Nancy met the love of her life, Joseph Daniel “Joe” Winterman. The couple received their marriage license on July 3, 1944, and officially exchanged vows at 1 a.m. in the morning on July 4^th, in Weatherford, Texas. Over the next 20 years, they had four children: Felicia, Felix, Mary, and Lena. Nancy and Joe moved their family to Burleson in 1977.

Once in Burleson, Nancy started an in-home babysitting business and found her niche with local teacher’s children. These children and their families became a huge part of Nancy and Joe’s lives for the next 22 years until she retired from babysitting in 1999. Even after retirement, she continued to look forward to visits, calls, cards and general updates from “her” kids.

Nancy will be remembered for her strong work ethic and positive outlook on life. She loved laughing and having a good time. Nancy loved her family unconditionally and was truly the rock for so many who were close to her.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Joseph Daniel Winterman; daughter, Felicia Bounds and son-in-law, Joe Bounds; daughter-in-law, Frankie Winterman; and son-in-law, “Bob” Killion.

Survivors include her sister, Euna Jo Templeton; brother, Otis Gresham; sonm Felix Winterman, of Grandview, Texas; daughter, Mary Goldberg and husband, Jerry, of Richmond, Texas; daughter, Lena Kay Baggett, of Burleson, Texas; 12 grandchildren; 17 great-grandchildren; and three great-great-grandchildren.

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

Vernon Wayne Johnson, 75, of Joshua, passed away Wednesday, Oct. 3, 2018 in Burleson, Texas.

Visitation was at Mountain Valley Funeral Home from 6-8 p.m. Friday, Oct. 5, 2018. Funeral services were 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, Oct. 6, 2018, at First United Methodist Church of Joshua. The graveside service followed the funeral at Caddo Cemetery in Joshua.

In lieu of flowers, memorials can be made to Encompass Hospice Cares, 901 W. Rosedale #250, Fort Worth, TX 76104.

Vernon was born Nov. 28, 1942, to Lecil and Fredda Johnson, in Cleburne, Texas. He served in the Air Force followed by a 37 year career at Bell Helicopter.

Survivors include his wife, Bonnie (Anderson) Johnson; children, Robert Johnson, Ronda (Johnson) Davis and husband, Stephen Davis, and Devin Johnson and wife, Keri (Schneck) Johnson; sisters, Lynda Prynka and husband, Leonard Prynka, Glenda Dunn and husband, Ricky Dunn; brother, Dennis Johnson and wife, Ruby; grandchildren, Haley, Jordan, John "J" Davis, Lainey and Marley Johnson, Landon Crutchfield, Jaydon Doyle; and several nieces, nephews, cousins, and other relatives and friends.

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

James Austin Hughes Jr., 81, of Burleson, passed away Friday, Oct. 12, 2018, in Fort Worth.

His funeral service is 1:00 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 18, 2018, at Mountain Valley Funeral Home, 3407 Southwest Wilshire Blvd., Joshua, TX 76058, with the graveside service immediately following at Skyvue Memorial Gardens Funeral Home and Cementery, 7220 Rendon Bloodworth Rd., Mansfield, TX 76063. Visitation was 6-8 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 17, 2018, at Mountain Valley Funeral Home.

James was born April 14, 1937, in Texarkana, to James Austin Sr. "Tim" and Anne Gertrude (Taylor) Hughes. He had a lifetime passion for music and photography, and worked as an Electronic Service Tech.

He was preceded in death by his parents, James and Anne Hughes, of Texarkana; son, Brent Stringer, of Porter, Texas; and granddaughter, Maegan Hughes, of Burleson, Texas.

Survivors include his wife, Cheryl Hughes, of Burleson, Texas; children, Sheila Foucault, of Porter, Texas, J. Michael Hughes and wife, Kayla, of Fort Worth, Texas, and Shannon McClure, of Grandview, Texas; grandchildren, Christina Barrera, of Porter, Texas, Deanna Horstman, of South Dakota, Robin McClure, of Grandview, Texas, Taylor Moseley and husband, Tim, of Camp Pandleton, California, Aria Hughes, of Fort Worth, Texas and Grant Hughes, of Fort Worth, Texas; and five great-grandchildren.

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

Norma Louise Bryant Price, 79, a loving grandmother and sister, passed away, Saturday, Sept. 15, 2018, at a local hospital.

A private memorial was held.

Norma was born, Jan. 30, 1939, in Midlothian, to Jospeh S. and Ervile (Skinner) Bryant. She was a sweet grandmother who enjoyed being outdoors and working in her yard.

She was preceded in death by her parents; along with her husband, Howard Price; daughter, Cindy Deaver; and son, Lloyd Collier.

Norma is survived by her sister, Mildred Dotson; grandsons, Isaac Deaver and wife, Crystal, Samuel Deaver and wife, Christine, and Joshua Deaver and wife, Brittany; and three great-grandchildren.

Alexander's Midway Funeral Home, in Springtown, is handling the arrangements. 817-877-2634

Benjamin Iles, 30, of Bastrop, Texas, passed away Saturday, Oct. 13, 2018, in Florida.

Visitation was 6-8 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 18, 2018, at Mountain Valley Funeral Home, 
in Joshua, Texas. The service celebrating his life was 10 a.m. Friday, Oct. 19, 2018, 
at Reece Prairie Baptist Church. Burial followed at Tolar Cemetery.In lieu of flowers please consider donations to Alzheimer's Association, Spark 
Ministry, or the charity of your choice.Ben was born June 17, 1988, in Fort Worth, to Larry and Trish Iles. He had an 
adventurous and loving spirit. His passions included family, friends, and anything 
outdoors.His grandfathers preceded him in death, C.D. Christian and Marvin Glen Iles.Survivors include his parents, Larry and Trish Iles; his sister, Allison Taylor and 
her husband, Nate; two nephews, Garrett and Tristan Taylor; grandmothers, Mary 
Christian and Earline Iles; his godson, Boston Rye; numerous aunts, uncles and 
cousins; and many close friends.Mountain Valley Funeral Home, in Joshua, handled the arrangements.   
817-426-3200

Betty Jane Vanegas, 83, joined her Heavenly Father on Wednesday, Sept. 19, 2018, following a long illness.

The memorial service was Saturday, Oct. 6, 2018, at Oak Grove Baptist Church,12351 Oak Grove Rd. S., 
Burleson, TX 76028.Betty loved her family and friends dearly. She enjoyed the outdoors, camping, fishing and spending time 
with her family and friends at the lake. Betty also loved listening and dancing to country music; she would 
throw back the rug and dance in the living room.
She was born to Houston and Ida Pearl Jones on July 1, 1935, in Corpus Christi, Texas. However, she lived 
in Fort Worth, Burleson and New Mexico most of her life.A very hard worker, Betty held a variety of occupations, including food service, assembly work, retail 
management and home health.
    She was proceeded in death by her parents; her daughter, Tina Louise McClure; brother, Otis Jones; 
and son, Preston Clements.Survivors include her daughter, Ginger Robinson, of Burleson; sons, Dee Garrett and wife, Twila, of 
Everman, and Mike Clements and wife, Elaina, of Joshua; 11 grandchildren, 24 great-grandchildren, seven 
great-great-grandchildren; many nieces and nephews; and a host of many friends.The family wishes to thank the CNAs and nurses at Trinity Mission Nursing home for the loving care 
they showed their mother and brother, Preston, during their residence there. 

Services for Mike Gendke, 75, of Keene, Texas, will begin with visitation from 5 to 8 p.m. Friday, Oct. 26, 2018, at Rosser Funeral Home, in Cleburne. His graveside service will be conducted at 10 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 27, 2018, at Keene Memorial Park Cemetery, with Pastor Dale Wolfe officiating. A memorial service will be held at 3 p.m. at the Joshua SDA Church.

Serving as Pallbearers will be David Bayless, Donald Hines, Art Rasmussen, David Stair, Thomas Alberti, and Jason Hill.

Pastor Gendke fell asleep in Christ Sunday, Oct. 21, 2018, at his home. He was born in Pasadena, Texas, on Aug. 5, 1943, the son of Alner Arelee (Boldt) and Robert Herman Erwin Gendke.

Mike and Margie (Alberti) Gendke were married May 8, 1968. in LaPorte, Texas.

He was a retired Pastor of the Alvarado Seventh-day Adventist Church and was a member of the Joshua Seventh-day Adventist Church.

Mike was preceded in death by his parents; brother, Harland Gendke; and sister, Jean Hill.

Pastor Gendke is survived by his wife, Margie Gendke, of Keene; sons, Brady Gendke and wife, Joanna, and Bo Gendke and wife, Deborah, all of Burleson, Texas, and Buc Gendke and wife, Lindsey, of Keene; brother, Lee Roy Gendke, of Center, Texas; grandchildren, Madilyn and husband, Manrique Gonzalez, Megan, Taylor, Emma, Max, Sam, and Seth; great-grandchild, Sophia Gonzalez; numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives and friends.

Harold "Buddy" McKee, 84, passed away Monday, Oct. 22, 2018.

Funeral services were 10 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 27, 2018, at Lucas and Blessing Funeral Home with a 
visitation an hour prior.Buddy taught Drivers Education and coached baseball at Burleson ISD for 25 
years. He faithfully served his country in the Navy during the Korean War. Buddy was also a founder
of Hilltop Church of Christ. He had a wonderful sense of humor, loved his family very much and was 
never known to meet a stranger.He was preceded in passing by his parents; brother, Jack and sisters, 
Sissy and Josephine.Survivors include his wife, Martha Ann Mckee; son, Kyle McKee and wife, 
Randi; grandchildren, Ethan, Meagan, Morgan Miller and husband David, Jordan Taylor and husband, 
Jacob, and brother-in-law, Leon Burns.            Lucas and Blessing Funeral Home, in Burleson, handled the arrangements.  817-295-9000

Rosaura "Mimi" Banchs, 83, joined her heavenly Father on Wednesday, October 31, 2018.

The memorial is to be decided as she will be sent to Puerto Rico after donations for research to rest with her husband and parents.

Mimi was "everyone's" Mimi. She was by far so caring, loving, and made sure every stranger was fed and taken care of, no matter what the situation was.

She will forever be loved and remembered for the kindness and unconditional love she shared with the world.

Survivors include her siblings, Jaime, Hector Luis, Joseleu, Neli, and Awilda; daughter-in-law, Suyapa; 10 grandchildren, 10 great-grandchildren, and one great-great-grandchild.

Nelda Rae Briley, 83, of Burleson, Texas, passed away Saturday, November 3, 2018, at her residence in Burleson.

A service to celebrate Nelda's life will be held at 2:00 p.m. Thursday, November 8, 2018, at the Chapel of Lakeview Funeral Home, 5000 West Harrison Road, Longview, Trxas. The family will receive friends in the coffee room of the funeral home after the services. Interment will be in Lakeview Memorial Gardens.

The family wishes that, in lieu of flowers, donations be made to the American Cancer Society at cancer.org/donate.

She was born August 3, 1935, in Longview, to Jack and Elizabeth Ophelia McGinnis. Mrs. McGinnis worked for the Burleson School District as a teacher's aide. She married Barney Joe Briley June 10, 1953. He preceded her in death November 12, 2007.    Mrs. Briley is survived by her sons, Tony Briley and his wife, Annie Lou, of Colleyville, and Joe Briley and his wife, Carmen, of Anna, Texas; 14 grandchildren; and 12 great grandchildren.

Lakeview Funeral Home   in Longview, Texas, is handling the arrangements. 903-759-9493           

Nancy J. Lee, 67, of Burleson, passed away Tuesday, October 30, 2018, in Fort Worth.

Memorial services are 11:00 a.m., Saturday, November 17, 2018, at Hallmark Baptist Church, 4201 W. Risinger Road, in Fort Worth, Texas.

Nancy was born March 12, 1951, in Albany, New York, to Ernest and Helen Tice Roth.

Ms. Lee was an insurance claims management adjuster in the healthcare industry and a member of Hallmark Baptist Church.

She was preceded in death by her parents; several siblings; and husband, Paul Bradley.

Survivors include her son, Charles Van Heusen and wife, Susan Kay, of Fort Worth; step-daughter, Tammy Van Valen and husband, Robert, of Burleson; grandchildren, Austin Van Heusen, William Van Heusen, Jacob Van Valen and Joshua Van Valen; brothers, Ronald Roth and Marc Roth, both of Albany, New York; and a host of other family members and friends.

Memorials may be made to Hallmark Baptist Church at http://hbcfw.org/give/ .

You may view the obituary online at www.rosserfuneral home.net or follow us on Facebook.

Rosser Funeral Home in Cleburne is handling the arrangements. 817-641-4800

Jack was born February 21, 1955, the first son of John J. O'Brien III and Isabel V. O'Brien, he passed into the arms of Jesus, Sunday, November 11, 2018.

The service celebrating his life is 10 a.m. Thursday, November 15, 2018, at Open Door Church, 301 S. Dobson St., Burleson, Texas, 76028.

In lieu of flowers, he would like donations to: The Friends of Israel Gospel Ministry, P. O. Box 908, Bellmawr, NJ, 08099.

Jack played the guitar and worked construction. He was blessed with a wonderful sense of humor, was outgoing, and made friends quickly. Jack loved to make people laugh. His brothers were his best friends and he loved his family. Jack was a Christian and loved the Lord and tried to save the world.

He was preceded in death by his parents, John and Isabel O'Brien; and brother, Michael O'Brien.

Survivors include sisters, MaryAnn Zevchak and husband, Z-Man, Joan Beth and husband, Bill, Erin Urbanek and husband, Rick, and Kathleen Hester and husband, Scott; brothers, Mark O'Brien and wife, Melody, and James O'Brien; and numerous nieces, nephews and friends.

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