Uravon Loving-James
May 13, 2026
Uravon (Von) was born on January 6, 1961, in Amarillo, Texas, to Mary Nelson and Willie Loving Sr. From an early age, her life was rooted in faith. She accepted Christ at Pilgrim Rest Baptist Church under the leadership of Reverend Shackleford, where her love for worship first began to shine. As a child, she sang in the choir, and...
Julie Marie Smith
May 10, 2026
Our beloved Julie Smith departed this earthly life at the age of 60 on May 11, 2026, in Dallas, Texas. She was a beloved wife, mother, sister, grandmother, and friend whose kindness, strength, and love touched the lives of all who knew her.
Julie was born on June 23, 1965, in Dallas, Texas, to the late Dorothy Lee Smith and Ralph...
MONAE SHUNTAE JOHNSON-LEATCH
May 10, 2026
Born on February 25, 2000, in Dallas, Texas, Monae Shuntae Johnson-Leatch was the first child of Melanie Leatch and Jerry Johnson. A graduate of Mesquite High School, she went on to pursue a Culinary Associate Degree at El Centro. Monae was a multi-talented individual who played softball, the drums, and was an active member of both the dance team and...
Gwendolyn Swinton
May 9, 2026
Gwendolyn Delores Swinton, a devoted educator and cherished member of her community, passed away on May 9, 2026, at Methodist Charlton Medical Center in Dallas, Texas. Born on March 20, 1930, in Los Angeles, California, Gwendolyn's life was a testament to dedication, wisdom, and a quietly sharp wit that touched all who knew her.
Graduating in 1946 from Central Colored High...
Yvonne R. Dowell
May 3, 2026
Yvonne Rhea Dowell (Meme) was born to the parentage of Herman Hugh Odom, Sr and Bernice Mae Riley. From this union Meme was blessed with six siblings, Herman, T.J., Annie, Maureen, Clara and later in life Sidney. Yvonne was affectionately given the name Meme by her 1st granddaughter, Kenisha, at age 1. A name that Yvonne was smitten with...
