Melba Faye Blocker
Aug 13, 2025
Melba Faye Blocker, a cherished longtime resident of Dallas, Texas, peacefully left us on August 13, 2025, in the comfort of her home, surrounded by her loved ones, at the age of 76. Her journey began on January 31, 1949, in Waco, Texas, where she was born to her beloved parents, L.C. Rauls and Iresia Rauls. As...
Xavier Gunter
Aug 13, 2025
Xavier R. Gunter (known to many as Xav) was born on September 21, 1960, in Dallas, Texas, to the late Juanita A. Woods and Charles Comfort. He is preceded in death by his brothers Julius Gunter and Timothy Gunter. He leaves behind cherished memories and is survived by his loving sisters, Marilyn Smith and Cherie Woods; nieces and nephews...
John Willie Cooper
Aug 10, 2025
John Willie Cooper was born on February 9, 1947, in Jefferson, Texas, to the late John Cooper and Sylvia Lurene. He attended Jefferson Independent School District and graduated from Jefferson High School.
At an early age, John accepted Christ and grew up attending services at Macedonia United Methodist Church. His faith was a guiding part of his...
Pervis L Lloyd
Aug 9, 2025
Born on October 7, 1961, in Cleveland, Ohio, Pervis L. Lloyd was the first son of Olivia Lloyd and was lovingly raised by his grandparents, Tommy and Rachel Lloyd. Being of the Baptist faith, he accepted Christ at an early age and believed deeply in the Word of God.
Pervis attended Parkview High School, where he was...
Kathryn Jeanette Mallard
Aug 8, 2025
Kathryn Jeanette Lampkin Mallard entered this world on November 9, 1947, in the quaint town of Mart, Texas. She was born to Dorothy Lampkin and Jessie Henderson, and was lovingly nurtured by her grandparents, Frankie and Jessie Lampkin. Her childhood set the foundation for the incredible woman she would become. After attending Mart High School, Kathryn moved to Dallas,...
Matthew Harden, Jr.
Aug 7, 2025
A Time to Be Born …The song of Matthew's life began on January 10, 1955, in Tyler, Texas, when he was born the fourth child of eight children to the blessed parents, Matthew Harden and Luberta Starr Harden. His birth sang of hope for a brighter day and a better future, not only for him...
Willie Roy Frazier, Sr.
Aug 7, 2025
Willie Roy Frazier Sr. was born on the memorable day of October 5, 1965, in the vibrant city of Dallas, Texas, to his loving parents, the late Willie Roy Levels and Barbara Frazier. From his earliest days, Willie was surrounded by the warmth and love of his family, laying the foundation for a life filled with meaningful relationships. As...
Lela Carol Battle
Aug 6, 2025
Lela Carol Battle was born on March 26, 1949, in Elizabeth, Louisiana, to Samuel Lee Traylor Sr. and Gloria Dean Philson.
Lovingly reared by her grandparents, John and Johnnie Philson. She was a bright, determined young woman who received her education in the Elizabeth, Louisiana Independent School System. From an early age, Lela professed her faith in...
Tameka Latrese Walker
Aug 6, 2025
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Linda Faye Williams
Aug 6, 2025
Linda Faye Williams, age 63, passed away on August 6, 2025. She was affectionately known as "Tenda Linda" and was born in Dallas, Texas on June 26, 1962 to the parentage of Ira Drake and Clariece Williams, who preceded her in death. Linda attended Woodrow Wilson High School and later advanced her education at Rutledge College of Business, where...
Billy Joe "Bj" Washington, Sr.
Aug 4, 2025
The final journey of Billy Joe Washington, Sr. is announced with deep sorrow. He took his final exit ramp on August 4,2025, leaving behind a legacy of hard work, adventure, and countless miles logged.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to The American Kidney Foundation, in Joe's memory.
Elder William “Bill” Elgert Collins, Sr.
Jul 31, 2025
William Elgert Collins, entered the world on December 29, 1948 in Acres Homes Houston, Texas to proud parents, Arnold and Eva Mae Collins and older brother, Arnold (Dickie).
He arrived ready to shake up the world! His mother taught him to read at age four years old and registered him for first grade at age five. They...
