Paul Vincent Lazarek
Jan 13, 2026
Paul Vincent Lazarek, a kind, loving, and joyful soul whose warmth, laughter, and genuine kindness touched every life he entered, passed away peacefully at home in Bullard, Texas, on Tuesday, January 13, 2026, at the age of 70, after a courageous battle with cancer.
Born on July 23, 1955, in New Brunswick, New Jersey, to Edward Francis and Delores Alma Lazarek,...
Beatrice Joyce Barnes
Mar 10, 2026
Beatrice Joy Barnes, lovingly known as "Joy," passed away peacefully on March 10, 2026, in Tyler, Texas, at the age of 86.
Joy was born on February 2, 1940, in Palestine, Texas, to Robert Ellis and Thelma Irene Wilbanks. She was raised in Palestine, where she developed a deep love for family, faith, music, and creativity that remained throughout her life....
Matthew James Anderson
Mar 4, 2026
Matthew James Anderson, age 33, of Tyler, Texas, passed away Wednesday, March 4, 2026 at his home in Tyler. Matthew was born January 13, 1993 in Plano, Texas, a son of Kenton Anderson and Rebecca Wheeler, formerly Rebecca Inman.
Matthew had a deep love for the outdoors. His last camping trip was shared with his father just last year, a memory...
Stephen Wesley Keene
Feb 24, 2026
Stephen Wesley Keene aged 79, of Flint, Texas, passed away Tuesday, February 24, 2026 at his home. He was born October 3, 1946, in Tarboro, North Carolina to the parents, Lonnie Beecher Keene and Mary Leatrice Keene. Stephen was raised in Tarboro, N.C. and attended school at Tarboro High. Stephen enlisted in the U.S. Army and served in the military...
Richard "Dick" John Ehrgott
Feb 22, 2026
Richard John Ehrgott "Dick", age 84, of Tyler, Texas, passed away on February 22, 2026. He was born on December 11, 1941 in Bronx, New York, to John Edgar and Ann Pelling Ehrgott. Dick was raised in Brooklyn, New York, and graduated from Northfield Mount Herman School in Massachusetts and Gettysburg College in Pennsylvania. He served in the U.S. Navy...
Timothy Brown
Feb 20, 2026
Timothy "Tim" Brown, born on June 5, 1962, in Tyler, Texas, passed away peacefully at home in Bullard, Texas, on February 20, 2026. A dedicated professional in the field of medical administration, Timothy leaves behind a legacy of compassion and commitment to patient care.
Timothy's family was his pride and joy, and he is survived by his beloved wife, Elizabeth "Ann"...
Ronny S. Snow
Feb 19, 2026
Ronny S. Snow was born on December 27, 1944, in Jacksonville, Texas. He passed away on February 19, 2026, at the age of 81. Ronny was a proud Navy veteran who served his country during the Vietnam War from 1963 to 1966, and was a beloved member of First Baptist Church in Bullard.
Ronny was a legend in his own right...
Jerry F. Taylor
Feb 18, 2026
Jerry Francis Taylor, age 77, passed away surrounded by loved ones on Wednesday, February 18, 2026 at The Hospice of East Texas Homeplace in Tyler, Texas. He was born on March 23,1948 in Jacksonville, Texas, to his parents Francis and Dollie Taylor. He married the love of his life, Darlene Taylor on April 11, 1968 in Henderson, Texas. Jerry was...
Kenny Barham II
Feb 17, 2026
With broken hearts and deep love, we announce the passing of our beautiful brother, son, uncle, friend-and yes, the undisputed favorite child - Kenneth Earl Barham II who left us on February 17, 2026 at the age of 55.Kenny was born May 2, 1970 in Fort Oglethorpe, Georgia, to Kenneth and Judy Dianne Barham. He was raised in Lafayette, Georgia,...
Rickey Rankin
Feb 12, 2026
Rickey Rankin, age 73, of Tyler, Texas, passed away Thursday, February 12, 2026 at Colonial Nursing Home in Lindale, Texas. He was born February 10, 1953 in Olton, Texas, to Max and Bennie Jean Rankin. Rickey was raised in Bridgeport, Texas and had been employed as a Truck Driver at Womack Trucking.
He enjoyed fishing, coaching little league and wrestling,...
Betty Snyder
Feb 11, 2026
Memorial Service for Betty Snyder, 94, of Tyler, Texas will be held 10:30 AM, Wednesday, February 18, 2026 at Southern Oaks Baptist Church, 601 E. Amherst Dr., Tyler, Texas 75701 with Pastor Tony Garrett officiating.
Betty passed away on Wednesday, February 11, 2026 at her home in Tyler. She was born August 5, 1931 to Frank and Lottie Mae Casper.
She was...
Jonas Smith
Feb 7, 2026
Jonas Smith, a proud veteran, father, and husband, passed away on February 7, 2026, in Tyler, Texas, at the age of 55. Born on March 25, 1970, in Corpus Christi, Texas, Jonas was raised in Tyler, where he developed a strong foundation that would serve him throughout his life.
Jonas graduated from John Tyler High School and chose to serve his...
Kay Ann Becker-Pykonen
Jan 20, 2026
Kay Ann Becker-Pykonen (Piper), 70, of Bullard, Texas, passed peacefully at home on January 20, 2026. She was born on October 4, 1955, in Hastings, Michigan, to Raymond and Lucille Piper.
Above all else, Kay loved her family fiercely and without condition, especially her children, Kimberly (Anthony), Jeremy, and Marcie (Sean, Dale), along with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. They were her...
Hazel L. Nelson
Jan 19, 2026
Hazel L. Nelson, age 91, of Tyler, Texas, passed away peacefully on Monday, January 19, 2026, at her home.
Born on April 9, 1934, in Cullison, Kansas, Hazel was the daughter of Orvil L. and Beulah M. Baker. She cherished her childhood on the family farm and was an active member of the 4-H Club in Pratt, Kansas.
Hazel and her husband...
Nancy Marie Porter
Jan 16, 2026
Nancy Marie Porter passed away from natural causes Friday, January 16, 2026 in Tyler, Texas at the age of 59.
Nancy was born October 7, 1966 in Ocean Side, California to Robert Michael and Beverly Elizabeth (Gold) Rosser.
Nancy loved her plants, her friends, and she absolutely adored her dog, Lady. Above all else, she loved her children beyond measure....
Jerry Anthony Lewis
Jan 16, 2026
Jerry Anthony Lewis, 84, of Tyler, Texas, passed away peacefully on January 16, 2026, surrounded by his family. A Celebration of Life will be held 10:00 AM, Friday, January 23, 2026, at Bascom Methodist Church, with Pastor Dan Seal officiating. Services are under the direction of Brosang Family Funeral & Cremation Services.
Jerry was born on July 18, 1941, in Tulsa,...
Erik Andrew Eriksen
Jan 13, 2026
Erik Andrew Eriksen passed away surrounded by family, Tuesday January 13, 2026 in Bullard, Texas, at the age of 93. Erik was born June 20, 1932 in Port Arthur (now Thunder Bay), Ontario, Canada to Gudmund and Helga (Paulsen) Eriksen. His parents immigrated to Canada from Haugesund, Norway.
Erik is preceded in death by his parents, Gudmund and Helga; his sister,...
Jeannette Marie DeSoto
Jan 2, 2026
Jeannette DeSoto, age 87, was born on April 23, 1938, in Lynn, Massachusetts, and passed away peacefully at her home on January 2, 2026, in Tyler, Texas. She was surrounded by family who loved her dearly. While she is missed beyond words, her family finds comfort in knowing she has completed her earthly journey and is now healed, made whole...
Cindy Denise Bailey Hatton
Jan 1, 2026
Cindy Denise Hatton, born on September 8, 1969, in Galveston, Texas, passed away on January 1, 2026, in Dallas, Texas. Raised in the close-knit community of Whitehouse, Texas, she graduated from Whitehouse High School in 1988, where her passion for life began.
Cindy was known for her joyful spirit and her love for traveling, as well as the fulfilling moments spent...
Richard Evermond Upshaw
Dec 25, 2025
Richard Evermond Upshaw, affectionately known as "Dick," was born on October 13, 1944, in the serene town of Demming, New Mexico. He was a man of profound character and unwavering devotion who embraced life with both arms and made indelible marks upon the hearts of all who knew him. Dick passed away on December 25, 2025, at his cherished home...
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