Obituaries
Local obituaries for Meridian, Texas
Danny Paul Deal
Dec 16, 2025
Danny Paul Deal “Papa”, Age 78 of Lakeside Village, Texas, passed away peacefully at his home on December 16th, 2025, surrounded by his loving family, after a very courageous 2-year battle with cancer. Danny was born March 29, 1947 in Waxahachie, Texas to Wilson “Dude” and Effie Irene Holleman Deal.
Danny was a carpenter, after being taught the trade by his...
Benjamin Franklin Meek, Jr.
Dec 15, 2025
Benjamin Franklin Meek Jr., affectionately known as Ben, was born on August 10, 1959, in Fort Worth, Texas, to Benjamin Franklin Meek Sr. of Denison, Texas and Peggy Eve Newsome Cheek of Kopperl, Texas. He was blessed with a loving stepmother, Myra Ann Meek, and stepfather, Orvid Raymond Cheek.
A proud veteran of the U.S. Army, Ben lived his life grounded...
Bill O. Cromeans
Dec 12, 2025
Bill O. Cromeans, born on February 17, 1947, in Lampasas, Texas, passed away suddenly on December 12, 2025, at a nursing facility in Keene, Texas. He lived a life characterized by resilience, dedication, and a strong sense of family and community.
Bill was a proud graduate of Morgan High School and pursued his ambitions at Hill College with the intent of...
Timothy Jason Thetford
Dec 12, 2025
Timothy Jason “TJ” Thetford, born on February 2, 1983, went to his heavenly home on December 12, 2025, at the age of 42. TJ lived in Kopperl, Texas, with his beloved wife, Carie Thetford.
TJ loved life and everything it had to offer — fishing, hunting, camping, and spending time with his family. He was a passionate sports fan who especially...
Marie Cardona
Dec 3, 2025
Marie Felan Cardona, 89, of Meridian, was called home in the early morning hours of December 3, 2025.
Memorial services will take place at 2:00 P.M., Saturday, December 6, 2025 at Lawson Funeral Home in Meridian.
Marie was born in Adamsville, Texas, on October 13, 1936, to Estefana and Melquiades Felan. She married Johnny Cardona in 1954, and together they built a...
William Drexal Wood
Nov 28, 2025
William Drexal Wood, a beloved father, grandfather, and brother, passed away peacefully on November 28, 2025, in Meridian, Texas. Born on March 7, 1962, in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, William lived a life characterized by compassion, dedication, and a zest for living.
William pursued his education at Stratford High School in Stratford, Oklahoma, where his love for learning was nurtured, shaping him...
Phillip Wayne Ryals
Nov 26, 2025
Phillip Wayne Ryals, 69, of Mesquite, Texas, passed away peacefully on 11/26/2025 in Gatesville, TX.
Phillip was born on December 30, 1955, in Madill, Oklahoma, to Joy Wayne Ryals and Evie Marie Ryals. He lived a life marked by grit, humor, and a spirit uniquely his own. Phillip graduated from Mesquite High School, where he ran track and began a bull-riding...
William Theodore Offutt
Nov 19, 2025
William Theodore Offutt, 76, of Walnut Springs, Texas, passed away on Wednesday, November 19, 2025, peacefully, with his loving wife by his side.
Funeral services will be held on Saturday, November 22, 2025 at 10 A.M., Lawson Funeral Home in Meridian. Pastor T.J. Joyner will officiate. Burial will follow the service at Fulton Cemetery near Walnut Springs. Visitation will be on...
Edmond B. "Kid" Rich
Nov 9, 2025
Edmond Bueil “Kid” Rich passed away on November 9, 2025 at his home in Meridian, Texas, at 94 years, six months and 16 days old. He was born on April 24, 1931 near Steiner, Texas. His parents were William Foster “Bill” and Bula Brooks Rich.
Funeral services will take place on Saturday, November 15, 2025 at 2 P.M., at Lawson Funeral...
Jack Melton Hardin Sr.
Oct 29, 2025
Jack Melton Hardin Sr. was born on December 30, 1945, in McKinney, Texas, to F.O. and Marie Hardin. He brought joy and laughter to every life he touched and spent nearly his entire life mastering the art of mechanics. His career as a mechanic and a jack-of-all-trades was marked by an impressive ability to work on anything from cars to...
Kimberlee Kay Jackson Freeland
Oct 27, 2025
Kim, daughter, wife, sister, “Aunt Kimmie” YaYa was born in Hillsboro Texas June 12, 1964. She passed peacefully at home on October 27, 2025.
After graduating from Walnut Springs High School, Kim worked at the Comanche Peak Nuclear Plant. She worked for Somervell County for the past 12 1/2 years where she developed a special bond with all the people she...
Niccie Nicole Sterling
Oct 26, 2025
Niccie Nicole Sterling, a remarkable woman known for her vibrant spirit and infectious laughter, passed away suddenly at her residence on October 26, 2025. Born on March 14, 1966, in Hico, Texas, Niccie lived her life with a passion that inspired all who knew her.
A proud graduate of Meridian High School in 1984, Niccie went on to attend Hill College,...
Marion Carter "Bud" Kimbell
Oct 25, 2025
Marion Carter "Bud" Kimbell, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend, passed away on October 25, 2025, in Clifton, Texas, just two days shy of his 92nd birthday. He was born on October 27, 1933, near Kopperl, Texas.
After graduating from Kopperl High School, Bud proudly served in the United States Air Force for four years. His military service shaped his...
Scott Gaylon Edington
Oct 21, 2025
Scott "Scotty" Gaylon Edington
Our sweet Scotty went to be with the Lord on October 21, 2025. He will forever be remembered by his family. Born in Lancaster, Texas, his young life was filled with love and happiness. He attended middle school and high school in Mansfield, Texas. Throughout his school years he expressed interest on technical subjects and was finally...
Carolyn Ann Ulrich
Oct 19, 2025
Carolyn Ann Ulrich, 82, of Greenville, Texas was born on January 14, 1943, in the Holt Hospital in Meridian, Texas, to Thomas Walter and Ida Lee Etchison. She passed away October 19, 2025 as the result of a tragic car accident, while returning from church service in Mabank, TX.
Carolyn grew up and attended High School in Meridian, Texas. After high...
Wanda LaNell Shumake
Oct 19, 2025
Wanda Shumake passed away peacefully on October 19, 2025, at the age of 95, going home to be with her Savior and to be reunited with many beloved family members who went before her. A celebration of life will be held at Lawson Funeral Home, 803 N. Main St., Meridian, TX 76665. Visitation will begin at 1:00 p.m. Saturday, October...
Janette Horton Watson Johnson
Oct 18, 2025
Janette Horton Watson Johnson repeatedly said she did not want an obituary, so here is what it would have said. She spent 94 years in Lubbock. She was raised on a farm outside the city, near 50th street & I27, now a McDonald’s. Her mother Georgia Carver Horton walked into town for her work. Georgia gave birth to twin girls,...
Kurt Lee Davis
Oct 17, 2025
Kurt Lee Davis, 56, a fun-loving, faith-filled Christian man born on September 15, 1969, in Fort Worth, Texas, passed away peacefully with his wife by his side on October 17, 2025. He was a steadfast servant of God who led many others to Christ through his words, actions, and spirit.
After graduating from Mansfield High School in 1988, he attended Howard...
Sylvia Ann Rhodes
Oct 12, 2025
Sylvia Ann Rhodes, a beloved figure in the lives of many, passed away on October 12, 2025, at the Texas Health Harris Methodist Hospital in Fort Worth, Texas, surrounded by her loved ones. Born on May 7, 1945, in Hillsboro, Texas, Ann led a life rich in love, service, and devotion to her family and community.
For over 40 years, Ann...
Roberta Ann Robinson
Oct 10, 2025
Roberta Ann Robinson, a vibrant spirit born on October 19, 1947, in Monahans, Texas, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by loved ones on October 10, 2025. She was a remarkable woman whose life was defined by her free spirit and adventurous heart, leaving an indelible mark on all who knew her.
After graduating from Tremble Tech High School in Fort...
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