Obituaries
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Holly Jo Walker-Kirk
Aug 21, 2026
Holly Jo Walker-Kirk, born on December 25, 1963, passed away peacefully on August 21, 2026. Holly lived a life filled with generosity, kindness, and joy, embodying a spirit that was truly a blessing to all who knew her.
A visitation honoring Holly’s life will be held on August 29, 2026, from 10:00 to 11:00 AM at Wilson - Orwosky Funeral Home,...
Robert Wesley Knox
Aug 19, 2026
Robert Wesley Knox was born on November 11, 1955, in Culver City, California, to Albert Wesley Knox and Maurine Margaret Rhodes Knox. He passed away at his home on August 19, 2026.
Geneva Nell Self
Aug 17, 2026
Geneva Nell Self, a beloved mother, grandmother, matriarch, and faithful servant of God, went home to be with her Lord and Savior on August 17, 2026, at the remarkable age of 103.
Born on August 5, 1923, in Tira, Texas to Nola Pearl (Chapman) Watson and Walter Eugene Watson. Nell lived a life defined by unwavering faith, strength beyond measure, and...
Thomas Hutson Nelson
Aug 16, 2026
On August 16, 2026, Thomas Hutson Nelson—known to family and friends simply as Tom—passed away at home. He was born on April 25, 1931, to Bernard Stanley Nelson and Mary Lockett Hutson Nelson in the heart of New Orleans, Louisiana, a city whose pulsing rivers and vibrant culture mirrored the man he would become. He leaves a legacy of compassion...
Chuck Gross
Aug 16, 2026
Leonard Guy "Chuck" Gross passed away peacefully at his home in Emory, Texas, on August 16, 2026. Born on December 16, 1929, in Stoneham, Colorado, Leonard, fondly known as Chuck, lived a long, fulfilling life defined by hard work, deep devotion to family and faith, and an abundance of cherished memories.
A proud veteran, Chuck retired after an impressive 20 years...
Alton Wilson
Jul 31, 2026
A funeral service for Alton “Al” Paul Wilson will be held on Saturday, August 8, 2026 at 11 AM at Wilson-Orwosky Chapel in Emory, Texas with DJ Parr officiating. Interment will follow at Ables Springs Cemetery in Terrell, Texas. Pallbearers will be Terry Porter, Jay Miller, Dakota Parish, Blake Hall, OG Bobby Cagle and Big Dav Adams, with honorary pallbearers,...
Jerry Don Cason
Jul 27, 2026
Jerry Don Cason, born in Point, Texas to Claude Cason and Lota Rabe Cason on February 12, 1945, passed from this earthly life on July 27, 2026, leaving behind a legacy built on devotion, perseverance, and the warmth of family ties. To know Jerry was to understand the gentle power of kindness, handed out not in grand gestures but in...
Wallace "Wally" McCollum Jr.
Jul 22, 2026
Wallace "Wally" McCollum Jr., beloved son and friend, passed away on July 22, 2026, at Baylor Scott and White Medical Center in Rowlett, Texas, on his 74th birthday. Born on July 22, 1952, in Seattle, Washington, Wally brought a straightforward honesty and lively spirit to all who knew him throughout his life.
Wally was known for his authenticity; he spoke his...
Ruth Rouse
Jul 9, 2026
Ruth Rouse, beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and friend, passed away peacefully on July 9, 2026, in Sulphur Springs, Texas. Born on September 5, 1935, to Orville and Maxine Hooker in Kokomo Indiana, Ruth lived a life filled with adventure, generosity, and love—a life that she built for herself and her family with an indomitable spirit and kindness.
Ruth’s professional journey was...
Natalia Doelves
Jul 8, 2026
Natalia Cardoza Doelves, 84 of Emory, Texas, passed away peacefully on July 8, 2026, at her home in Rains County. She was born August 26, 1941, to Jesus and Luce Cardoza, she was one of fourteen siblings. She leaves behind a legacy of unwavering compassion, fierce advocacy and innate ability to see the inherent worth in every person she met....
William "Bill" Campbell
Jul 7, 2026
William “Bill” Campbell passed away on July 7, 2026, in Emory, leaving behind a legacy filled with kindness, laughter, and unwavering devotion to his loved ones and community. Bill was born on May 14, 1951, in Parma, Missouri to William Edward Campbell and Mary Marie Hull Campbell. He will be remembered fondly as a man with an unyielding zest for...
Preston Eugene Hamm
Jun 25, 2026
A come-and-go visitation will be held on Wednesday, July 1, 2026, from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. at Wilson-Orwosky Funeral Home in Emory, Texas. Family and friends are welcome to stop by throughout the evening to pay their respects and honor Preston's memory.
Preston Eugene Hamm, 64, passed away on June 25, 2026. He was born on March 8, 1962, in Dallas,...
Denise Davis
Jun 21, 2026
Leah Denise Davis, lovingly known as Denise, 72, peacefully passed away at her home on June 21, 2026, in Cumby, Texas, surrounded by her family. Born on June 30, 1953, in Sweetwater, Texas, to Aston Buck and Opal Woodard Buck, Denise’s journey through life was marked by faith, love, and unwavering dedication to those she cherished.
To Denise, family wasn’t just...
Thurman Dale Simmons
Jun 16, 2026
Thurman Dale Simmons, lovingly known by many as Pop, Bubble Gum Pop, T.D., Little Pop, Woodrow, and PeeWee, passed away peacefully at his home in Alba, Texas, on June 16, 2026, at the age of 93.
Born on March 29, 1933, in Honey Grove, Texas, Thurman lived a life filled with hard work, laughter, music, family, and friendship. He proudly served...
Bill Genson
Jun 15, 2026
Bill Genson
February 16th, 1942 - June 15th, 2026
Beloved husband and father Bill Genson passed away after a prolonged illness, Monday, June 15th, 2026, at the Christus Mother Frances Hospital in Sulphur Springs, TX. Bill was born at the Spencer Municipal Hospital on February 16th, 1942, in Spencer, Iowa. His parents lived in Iowa, where he spent his childhood. After attending...
Larry Don Hooten
Jun 12, 2026
Larry Don Hooten, a beloved husband, friend, and pillar of his community, passed away on June 12, 2026, at Christus Hospital in Sulphur Springs, Texas. Born on December 20, 1939, in Lone Oak, Texas, to Enos Franklin Hooten and Jessie Lee Parker Hooten, Larry Don lived a life marked by steadfast devotion to his family, faith, and work.
He is survived...
Wayne Yates
Jun 12, 2026
Wayne Yates, born on August 1, 1958, to Lonny and Juiance “Mother” Yates in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma peacefully passed away on June 12, 2026 at the age of 67. A man whose life was marked by devotion, joy, and a free spirit, Wayne leaves behind a legacy cherished deeply by his family and all who had the pleasure of knowing...
Charles Wayne Rogers
Jun 10, 2026
Charles Wayne Rogers, a beloved father, grandfather, and cherished community member, passed away peacefully at his home in Emory on June 10, 2026. Born on May 30, 1948, in Celeste, Texas, to Edwin Rogers and Rita Laveta Brimer, Charles led a life marked by dedication, humor, and a deep love for his family and the outdoors.
Charles was a proud veteran...
Maxine "Mo" Foster
Jun 9, 2026
Maxine Gaby Foster was born March 29, 1933, in Emory, Texas to Thomas Nelson Gaby and Georgia Ruth Jones Gaby. There will be a graveside service for her Friday, 2:00, June 12, 2026 at Emory City Cemetery. Jonathan Criswell will be officiating and serving as pallbearers will be Michael Stafford, Caleb Simmons, Dawayne Arbour, John Michael Hill, Billy Hill, Randy...
Eric Scott Essary
Jun 9, 2026
Eric Scott Essary, born on September 18, 1992, in Sulphur Springs, was a man whose life was marked by dedication, warmth, and an old soul's wisdom. He quietly walked the path of life with a steadfast commitment to those he loved and to the work he took on, passing away peacefully on June 9, 2026, at Christus Hospital in Sulphur...
