Obituaries
Local obituaries for Meridian, Texas
Wanda Fern Hardin
Sep 17, 2026
Wanda Fern Hardin, 87, of Meridian, Texas, passed away on September 17, 2026, in Clifton, Texas.
A visitation will be held on September 21, 2026, from 10:00 A.M. to 11:00 A.M. at Meridian United Pentecostal Church in Meridian, Texas. A funeral service will follow at 11:00 A.M., with burial to follow at Meridian Memorial Cemetery in Meridian, Texas.
A full obituary is...
James Brady Martin, Jr.
Sep 16, 2026
In Loving Memory of James Brady Martin, Jr. ❤️
For those who would like to come pay their respects and share condolences with our family, we will be having a come-and-go memorial for JB.
Friday, September 18, 2026
📍 Glen Rose Community Center
🕒 3:00–6:00 PM
James Brady Martin, Jr. was born October 2, 1996, to James Brady Martin, Sr. and Jeanette Irene Martin.
He was...
Donald Eugene Maness
Sep 16, 2026
Donald Eugene Maness, 74, of Meridian, Texas, passed away unexpectedly but peacefully on September 16, 2026, in Fort Worth, Texas, with his loved ones by his side. He was born on July 3, 1952, in Hico, Texas, to Lorene Weatherford and Emmitt Maness.
Don was a man who built a life through hard work, steady hands, and deep devotion to his...
Deborah Kaylen Caughron
Sep 13, 2026
Deborah Kaylen Caughron, born Deborah Kaylen Petty, passed away peacefully with her loved ones by her side on September 13, 2026, in Waco, Texas. She was born on October 15, 1954, in Meridian, Texas, and will be remembered as a woman whose heart was centered on family, love, and the quiet, faithful care she gave so freely to those around...
Ray Mize
Sep 9, 2026
Lindell Ray Mize, known to his family as sweetheart, Dad, Poppy, brother, uncle, cousin, and friend to many, left this earth on September 9, 2026. He suffered a stroke on Labor Day, September 7, from which he never regained consciousness.
Ray was born November 30, 1941, in Lamesa to Horace Edward and Ruby Pearl (Thurman) Mize. He spent his early years...
John Richard Fulton
Sep 8, 2026
John Richard Fulton passed away on September 8, 2026, in Grapevine, Texas, after a short illness with loved ones by his side. He was born on October 1, 1930, in Alvarado, Texas, and lived a long life marked by service, hard work, devotion to family, and a generous heart.
John served his country in the U.S. Army during the Korean War....
James Orval Crouch Jr.
Sep 8, 2026
James Orval Crouch Jr., affectionately known as "Buddy," passed away on September 8, 2026. He was born on November 21, 1956, in Midland County, Texas, to James Orval Crouch Sr. and Annie Nell Kelley. Buddy spent his formative years in Waxahachie, Glen Rose, and Clifton, Texas. He later joined the United States Army, proudly serving his country for a term...
Brenda Charlene Herzog
Sep 8, 2026
Brenda Charlene May Herzog, 85, of Clifton, Texas, passed peacefully with her family by her side to go be with her Lord and Savior on September 8, 2026.
Brenda Herzog was born on December 18, 1940 at her maternal grandparents' house in Farmersville, Texas. She and her parents soon moved to Dallas and then to Garland.
Brenda attended Garland High School, where...
Jo Ann St. Clair
Sep 2, 2026
Jo Ann St. Clair, of Meridian, Texas, passed away peacefully in her sleep at Lutheran Sunset Home on September 2, 2026. She was born on October 8, 1935, in Iredell, Texas, and lived a life marked by faith, kindness, learning, and deep love for her family and community.
Jo Ann attended Iredell Public School and continued her education at McNeese University...
Kornelia LaMark
Aug 14, 2026
Kornelia LaMark (née Hartrumpf), born on September 26, 1967, in Zeighan, Germany, passed away unexpectedly on August 14, 2026, in Meridian, Texas. Her sudden departure leaves a space that cannot be filled—a bright, loving woman whose humor and warmth made the world a kinder place for all who knew her.
From her earliest days in Zeighan, Kornelia shone with determination and...
Jimmy Fred Wray
Aug 5, 2026
Jimmy Wray won his final battle Wednesday, August 5, 2026. He served his Maker well, turning 80 on July 12, 2026. His life was a testament to courage and strength.
Jimmy was blessed with God-fearing, loving parents and he loved them dearly, as well as a sister who he lost in 2011. His parents taught him hard work ethics, and he...
Felix C. Lira
Aug 3, 2026
It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Felix Lira, lovingly known to many as "Popo." On August 3, 2026, he passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by the love of his cherished family.
Felix was born on July 11, 1945, in El Campo, Texas, to Antonio and Herlinda Lira. On July 20, 1963, he married the love...
Kay Julia Parker
Jul 25, 2026
Kay Julia Parker, née Hart, passed away peacefully on July 25, 2026, in Clifton, Texas, with her beloved chosen daughter Kelli by her side. Born on May 22, 1944, in Lakewood, Ohio, Kay’s life was defined by generosity, steadfast love, and a nurturing spirit that touched all who knew her.
Kay’s journey began in Ohio, and over the years, she created...
Stanley Jorden Myers
Jul 22, 2026
Stanley Jorden Myers was born on June 2, 1959, in Meridian, Texas. On July 22, 2026, he left this world in the most fitting place—at Bosque Valley Golf Course, surrounded by his cherished friends and engaged in the game he adored.
Stanley’s presence was a gift to all who knew him. He shared a lifetime of laughter and steadfast dedication with...
Thelma Charlene Lemons
Jul 20, 2026
Thelma Charlene Lemons, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully in Clifton, Texas, on July 20, 2026, at the age of 91. Born on June 10, 1935, in Amarillo, Texas, she spent her life radiating love, grace, and joy to all who knew her. Thelma’s final moments reflected the warmth and tranquility she brought into the world—she slipped...
Shirley June (Payne) Jones
Jul 17, 2026
In Loving Memory of Shirley June Jones
Shirley June (Payne) Jones passed away peacefully on July 17, 2026, surrounded by the love of her family. She was a devoted mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend whose kindness, strength, and unwavering love left an imprint on everyone fortunate enough to know her.
Born on September 14,1934 in Mosheim, Texas. Shirley built a life...
Donald Ray Anderson
Jul 13, 2026
Donald "Don" Anderson passed away on July 13, 2026 at his residence in Cleburne with his loving family by his side.
Donald "Don" Anderson was born on July 23, 1940, in Johnson County, Texas, to John "Son" Anderson and Lera (Stevens) Anderson. He was raised in Rio Vista, Texas, where he attended school and graduated from Rio Vista High School with...
Juanita "Blondie" Bachhofer
Jul 13, 2026
Juanita “Blondie” Bachhofer, age 84, passed away at 12:03 a.m. on July 13, 2026.
Juanita was born on August 12, 1941, to Adelaide and Lewis Jones. She graduated from Cleburne High School and spent most of her working life at Ralston Purina in Meridian, where she served as a lead employee in the case-out department. Her former co-workers remembered her as...
Durwood Koonsman
Jul 11, 2026
Roy Durwood Koonsman, 88, of Morgan, Texas, passed away peacefully on July 11, 2026, in Waco, Texas.
Durwood was born on January 30, 1938, in Miles, Texas, to Roy Herman “Hi” Koonsman and Ollie Mae (Tidwell) Koonsman. He was raised in Iredell, Texas, where he graduated from Iredell High School in 1957. He married Ernestine “Tena” Pearl Dunlap on August 17,...
Franklyn Henry Smith
Jul 5, 2026
Franklyn Henry Smith passed away suddenly on July 5, 2026, in Lakeside Village, Texas, leaving behind a deep legacy of faith, love, and a zest for life that touched all who knew him. Born December 28, 1948, in Harlingen, Texas, Franklyn’s journey was woven with care, devotion, and joyful involvement—a life lived in vibrant color and unwavering faith.
Franklyn’s path led...
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