The Obituary Section

Lucy Leigh Lynch

, Texas

August 18, 2026 — October 7, 2026

Lucy Leigh Lynch passed away on October 8 2026 at the tender age of 7 weeks 1 day. Born on August 19 2026 in Frisco Texas she was the cherished daughter of Justin Eric Lynch and Reagan Leigh Lynch. Lucy was born with an unknown condition that caused acute liver failure. Throughout her short but extraordinary life she received care at Childrens Health Dallas and Texas Childrens Hospital where she touched the hearts of numerous doctors specialists and nurses who became part of her journey. She was dearly loved by her older sister Ryan Kate and brother Shepherd. Her brother lovingly nicknamed her "Super Lucy" a name that perfectly reflected her courageous spirit. Despite the challenges she faced Lucy demonstrated remarkable strength resilience and grit beyond her days. Through her unwavering determination and brave fight Lucy inspired countless people and drew many closer to the steadfast love of Jesus. Though…

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James Albert Blue

, Texas

Jim was born on July 11 1945 in Long Beach California to Howard Jessy Blue and Lois Mae Humes Blue. He graduated from Garden Grove High School where he met his high school sweetheart Beverly Ann. The two married in Las Vegas in 1965 beginning a lifelong journey filled with love family and adventure. Jim later earned an associate degree from Orange Coast College. Jim enjoyed a rewarding career in the oilfield industry which took him and his family to live and work in different countries around the world. Through his career he experienced many adventures and opportunities always with his family by his side. After years of hard work and adventure Jim embraced retirement and the simple pleasures that meant the most to him. He enjoyed playing golf taking vacations with his family and most of all attending his grandchildrens sporting events throughout the years. Being there to cheer…

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Natividad Ortiz De Rivera

, Texas

October 10, 2026

It is with profound sadness and heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved mother Natividad Ortiz de Rivera Trina who departed this life on October 11 2026 at the age of 95. She was a remarkable woman whose lov

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Shakeirah Leshay Johnson

, Texas

In Loving Memory of Shakeirah Leshay Johnson Shakeirah Leshay Johnson affectionately known as Keira was a beloved wife mother daughter sister and friend whose life was cherished by all who knew and loved her. Born with a

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Whitewrightjames Andrew Rinier

, Texas

October 10, 2026

James Andrew Rinier passed away on Sunday October 11 2026 at the age of 83 in Lewisville Texas. He was born on November 4 1942 in Logansport Indiana to parents Harry Oren Rinier and Mary Frances Marshall Rinier. James married DottellJane Mentzer on December 7 1963 in Yonkers New York. He was a faithful member of the Church of Jesus Christ Latter Day Saints in Sherman Texas. He is survived by his son Matthew George Rinier and his wife Julie brother Anthony John Rinier and Nieces Kristin Renee. A "Come and Go" Visitation will be held on Thursday October 15 2026 from 200500pm at Turrentine Jackson Morrow Funeral Home in Whitewright Texas. Visitation at Church of Jesus Christ Latter Day Saints in Sherman Texas will be from 1000am1100am on Friday October 16 2026. The Funeral Service will follow at 1100am. Burial at Vittitoe Cemetery in Whitewright Texas. All memorials will…

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MckinneyAllenPlanotj Tom Thurmond

, Texas

September 25, 2026

TJ Tom Thurmond 88 of Celina Texas passed away on September 26 2026. He was born October 1 1937 in Beeville Texas to TJ Sr. and Eunice Susie Thurmond. After his fathers death his mother married Robert Armentrout whom Tom knew and loved as Daddy a relationship he cherished throughout his life. If you knew Tom you knew how sharp he was. So its no surprise that he skipped third grade graduating from Kingsville High School at 17. Tom attended North Texas State College now known as UNT. While visiting his mother in Aransas Pass he helped with the Dairy Queen she owned. There he met the love of his life Roberta McMullen. Tommy and Berta as they affectionately called each other quickly fell in love. One evening in the car he slipped his class ring onto her hand and that was it Anxious to start their life together they…

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Celinafrances Lucille Steed

, Texas

The most wonderful mother in the world Frances Lucille Steed departed this Earth for her Heavenly home on September. 112026. Born on November 15 1929 in Hebron Texas to her loving parents Ralph and Elvie Madden. On June 11 1947 she was united in marriage to the love of her life Seth "Skip" Steed in Rockwall Texas beginning a lifelong journey of love and shared values. Together they raised 5 children. Frances was a Mom homemaker and avid church member. Frances poured her heart into serving her faith community. Long before there were Youth Directors she helped First Baptist Church with the youth she brought continuous joy and connection to many young people with cookouts and hayrides and church parties. Her commitment to youth extended into the classroom where she was as a room parent for many years and thoroughly enjoyed all of it Above all else Francess children and…

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HurstS Fielder Baker Homenona Rae Gooch

, Texas

October 8, 2026

Nona Rae Gooch passed away on October 9 2026 at the age of 85 in Farmersville Texas. She was born at home on November 2 1940 north of Farmersville Texas to E. Rayburn Gooch and Winona Henson Gooch. She was the second born of four children. Nona attended school from first to twelfth grade in Farmersville graduating in 1958. After graduation she worked at Great American Reserve Insurance Company in downtown Dallas before building and opening Nonas Day School in 1971. She enjoyed teaching and nurturing many children throughout the 29 years her day school was open. Even though she never had children of her own many kids became like family to her and stayed in touch with her even into adulthood. Nona was a devoted sister cousin aunt and friend. She joined the First United Methodist Church in Farmersville as a teenager and was an active member throughout her…

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