Local Mesquite, Texas Obituaries

Feb 2, 2026

Elnora Cole Stafford, 96, of Garland TX, passed away on Monday February 2 nd , 2026,

peacefully and surrounded by loved ones.

Elnora was born on June 23, 1929, in Clarksville, TX to Herschel Cole and Helen Bush.

As a young adult she was a talented seamstress and took pride in her skill and the

quality of her work.

She and the family moved to...

Jan 29, 2026

Larry (Giv) Givens was born on March 8, 1958, in Athens, Henderson County, Texas, to Earl Marshall Givens and Carrie Lee Mathis Givens. He received his public education in Garland ISD and graduated from Garland High School with the Class of 1976.

Larry was a hardworking man and a true jack of all trades. With more than 40 years of experience,...

Jan 23, 2026

June A. Cloyd, a beloved wife, mother, sister, aunt passed away on Friday January 23, 2026 in her

home in Mesquite, Texas. She was born on January 25,1962 Dallas Texas, in 1962 to the parentage of

the late James and Gertha L. Harrison.

June was a 1980 graduate of South Oak Cliff High School and attended El Centro College in Dallas Texas. She

worked...

Jan 12, 2026

Catherine Louise King was born January 14, 1951 to her parents Bennie R. King and Emma

Kate King of Nevada, TX. Within that union was born 13 children and 2 adopted children.

Catherine graduated from W.H. Adamson High School in 1969 and continued her education at

Los Angeles Junior College, OIC Trade School, and Westwood College. In 1975, Catherine

began her career with Blue...

Jan 11, 2026

James William "Stixx" Pollard Jr. entered the world on March 1, 1966, to the parentage of Jearline Finley and James W. Pollard, Sr. in Dallas, Texas. He was a 1985 graduate of Lakeview Centennial High School in Garland Tx. James was fortunate to have been reared in a loving, supportive, blended family that included his mom, grandmother, uncle, aunt, sister...

Jan 7, 2026

Jan 7, 2026

Ocean Jade Randall was a mother of two, a wife, a daughter, a sister and a friend to many.Ocean had many loves in life, which includes spending time with her children, her nieces, her family, her sisters and parents, families and many many countless friends. There is not a life that she did not touch that left with a smile...

Dec 22, 2025

Dec 14, 2025

Horace was born on January 17, 1969, to the parentage of Billy Ray Lyons and Debra Wright Lyons of

Wills Point.

He was introduced to the Christian faith at an early age. He was raised in St. Mark C.M.E. in his early

years. Later, he attended True Believers of Wills Point, Tx. He graduated from Wills Point High School in

1987. He played basketball...

Dec 14, 2025

Darlene Snow was born December 6,1953 in Blackwell, Oklahoma to Imogene Archibeque and Charles Snow. She is preceded in death by her father Charles Snow and her sister Patricia Hopkins. She was the oldest of 7 brothers and sisters. Darlene is survived by 2 daughter’s Saundra Reedy, Nicole Reedy and 5 grandchildren Stephanie Graves-Connell, Rebecca Parfitt, Jason Moore, Jessica Graves...

Dec 6, 2025

Don Wayne Davis was born on November 11, 1955, in Memphis, Texas, to Vincent Davis and Mae Bell Jackson, who preceded him in death. He was the youngest son of fifteen children—nine brothers and six sisters—and was cherished deeply by his large and loving family.

Don was also preceded in death by his brothers Charles Davis, Clyde Davis, Roy Davis, Walter...

Oct 7, 2025

Miranda Leann Harris was born on December 23, 1980, in Dallas, TX, to Flossie Harris and

Levell Canyon. Miranda accepted Christ as her Lord and Savior at an early age. She attended

school in Dallas. She later became a loving mother to five beautiful children.

She was preceded in death by Levell Canyon (Father), Emma Logan (Great Grandmother),

Charles Hayes (Grandfather), Rickey Harris (Uncle),...

Oct 7, 2025

On Tuesday, October 7, 2025 the world lost a bright light with the passing of Bertha Mae

Jones , a mother and grandmother. The Lord said, “ Well done my good and faithful servant.

You can rest now.

Bertha Mae Jones (Shaw) was born on July 28, 1955 to the parentage of Fannie Mae Shaw

and Milton Shaw , Bertha attended Forney ISD and...

Sep 11, 2025

Kwame Jermaine Stephens, age 41, of Garland, Texas, passed away peacefully at home on September 11, 2025.

Born on March 2, 1984, in Dallas, Texas, to Marilyn Ayangebeso and Kwame Anane. Kwame grew up in Garland, where he spent most of his life. He graduated from South Garland High School and went on to work for the City of Garland.

Outside of...

Aug 24, 2025

Annie Purl Terry was born on July 12,1953 in Waxahachie, Texas in Ellis, County, to the parents of Ozie and Ocie McCuin. She was the sixth child of seven children. She departed this life on Sunday August 24, 2025, in Jacksonville, TX.

She was raised in Coffee City, Texas and attended school at Brownsboro High School in Brownsboro, Texas where she...

Aug 17, 2025

His Story

Rev. Christopher LaMont Washington affectionately known as (Chris) was born July 22, 1972 to

Nina Washington and Robert Williams in Tyler, TX. Chris graduated from John Tyler High

School in 1990.

Chris married Shakeitha LaShell Washington June 1, 2021. They shared a beautiful life

together until his passing.

Chris worked for Journey of the Heart Daycare until he faced complications with his health and

could...

Aug 10, 2025

In Loving Memory of Milton Porter

August 16, 2025 at 12pm at Last Days Church.



Milton Porter 87 of Edgewood Texas

Passed away peacefully in Kaufman Texas on August 10, 2025.



He was a breath of fresh air to all that knew him.

Milton was sociable and had special heart for serving people and he loved the Lord.



Milton is preceded in Death by his Parents...

Aug 7, 2025

The Life Story of

Ira C. Smith

“Sonny”

Ira C. Smith, affectionately known as “Sonny,” was born on February 11, 1938, in Dallas, Texas,

to the late Ennie and D.L. Smith. From the very beginning, Sonny’s life was rooted in faith,

family, and a deep love for community.

As a young man, Sonny chose to serve his country by joining the United States Navy. After his

time...

Jul 26, 2025

Connie Edith TuggleShe was born May 03,1964 in Dallas TexasShe gained her wings on July 26,2025She is preceded in death by her parents and sisters, She is survived by husband Denis, daughter felicia 2 sons Ron and Colton and granddaughter Ezmi, 2 sisters Judy and Barbara 2 brothers Wesley and cowboy with lots of nieces and nephews and cousins her...

Jun 28, 2025