Obituaries

Jul 1, 2023

Glenda June Eubanks Meador, 86, passed away July 1, 2023 trusting in the sure and certain hope of the resurrection believing that in Christ we will have eternal life.

She passed away while at The Wesley House Assisted Living Center in Bonham, TX following an illness. Glenda was born September 1, 1936, in Ivanhoe Texas to Ellis...

Jun 25, 2023

Gary Ray Edwards, 69, of Bonham, Texas passed away on Sunday, June 25, 2023 at his home.

He is the son of Ray and Claudine Edwards. Born on November 14, 1953 in San Angelo, Texas. He graduated from W.T. White High School in Dallas, Texas in 1973. After attending a computer training school in Memphis, Tennessee, Gary...

Jun 25, 2023

Jerry Ray Park, 78, a loving husband, father, grandfather, brother and friend joined our Lord on the evening of June 25, 2023. Jerry passed peacefully with his wife, Sara, by his side. Jerry was known by all as an intelligent, thoughtful, creative and a funny man who loved to tease and make people laugh.

Funeral services will...

Jun 22, 2023

Joan Alice Lawrence, also known as Jody, 91, of Bonham TX was born there on October 14, 1931.  She was the oldest child of R.L. and Winnie Lawrence, followed by sisters Reta Tollifson, Martina Akins, and brother Ben Lawrence.  Jody passed from her earthly home on June 22, 2023 at Texoma Medical Center, Denison TX.

Jody graduated...

Jun 21, 2023

Barbara Ann Biggerstaff Gore (85), passed away June 21, 2023 at Texoma Medical Center following an illness. Barbara was born December 13, 1937, in Bonham Texas to W.E. Biggerstaff, Jr and Betty Lou Campbell Biggerstaff. Barbara graduated from Bonham High School in 1956. In 1960, she earned a Bachelor of Education degree from Texas Christian University (TCU) and a...

Jun 19, 2023

Herbert Romalice Swanier III passed away peacefully on June 19, 2023 at Texoma Medical Center in Dension, Texas.

Herbert was born to parents Herbert Romalice Swanier Jr. and Delores Theresa Jones Swanier on February 10, 1951 in Waukegan, Illinois. He was a man dedicated to serving his country and at age 17 joined the United States Airforce....

Jun 11, 2023

Kenneth Ray McEuen passed away on June 11, 2023 in Ravenna, Texas.

Kenneth was born on November 13, 1954 to parents Luther and Opal McEuen in Pasco, Washington. Kenny will be fondly remembered as the best mechanic in Fannin County. He had a passion for all things automobile. He owned his own shop fixing just about every...

Jun 8, 2023

Gregory Mack "Greg" Adams, age 65, of Greenville, Texas passed away Thursday, June 8, 2023 at his home.

Greg was born February 27, 1958, the son of Melburn Mack Adams and Jimmie Ann Lewis. He was a former member of the Elk's Lodge in Dallas, Texas. Greg enjoyed going to VFW to spend time with his friends....

Jun 3, 2023

Funeral Services for Connie Colleen Petrich, age 76, of Bonham, Texas will be held at 2:00 p.m. Saturday, June 10, 2023 at First United Methodist Church in Bonham under the direction of Wise Funeral Home. Burial will follow at Arledge Ridge Cemetery. Connie passed away Saturday, June 3, 2023 lovingly surrounded by her family.

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May 28, 2023

Dr. Gene Harris Owen, age 85 of Bonham, Texas, went home to be with the Lord on Sunday, May 28, 2023. Funeral Services or Gene will be held on Saturday June 3, 2023, at 11:00 a.m. at the Southside Baptist Church in Denison, Texas under the direction of Wise Funeral Home. Burial will follow at Arledge Ridge Cemetery in...

May 26, 2023

Graveside services for Lowell Ray McCormack, 97, of Sherman, Texas will be held at 2:30 PM Thursday, June 1, 2023 in Dodd City Cemetery, Dodd City, Texas under the direction of Wise Funeral Home in Bonham, Texas. Rev. Lyn Holly will officiate. Lowell passed away Friday, May 25, 2023 at Traditions Senior Living in Sherman, Texas.

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May 21, 2023

Charles Austin Jones passed away peacefully from this life at his home on May 21, 2023 at the age of 90 years and 23 days.  He was surrounded by his family throughout this last chapter of life.  Austin was born April 28, 1933 to Charlie and Hope Jones somewhere north of Savoy.  He was the second of six children.  ...

May 20, 2023

Family and friends will gather to remember Debra Lea "Debbie" Taylor, age 67, of McKinney, Texas, formerly of Dodd City, Texas.  A visitation will be held at Wise Funeral Home, 219 W. Sam Rayburn Dr., Bonham, Texas from 2:00-4:00 PM on Saturday, May 27, 2023.  Debbie passed away Saturday, May 20, 2023, in McKinney.

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May 18, 2023

Enoch Lowell Virdell of Bonham Tx. went to be with the Lord early Thursday morning May 18, 2023. Lowell was born on July 9th ,1947 in Odessa Tx. Lowell spent most of his life in Midland Tx, where he served the Lord, raised his family and lived for over 50 years.

Lowell was predeceased by his mother,...

May 14, 2023

Colton Chad Hamilton passed away unexpectedly on May 14, 2023. The only thing that brings great comfort during this time is knowing that Colton was on the lake doing exactly what he loved - fishing with friends.

Colton Chad Hamilton was born on December 30, 1994 to Philip Hamilton and Cynthia Booth in Denison, Texas. Colton was...

May 13, 2023

Donald Wayne Phillips went to live with Jesus on May 13, 2023.

Don was born on February 9, 1939 in Dodd City, Texas to parents Pearl Hopkins and Harless Phillips. He graduated from Bonham High School in 1958 and went on to marry his high school sweetheart Pam Ware on July 22, 1960. Hard work and determination...

May 6, 2023

Jodene Tackett passed away on May 6, 2023, one day after her husband Luther Mac Tackett was ushered into Heaven.

Jodene was born on July 6, 1939 to parents Albert and Bertha Jamison in Corsicana, Texas. Jodene graduated from Corsicana High School and went on to have a thriving career in the insurance industry. She married Mac...

May 5, 2023

Luther Mac Tackett entered the presence of Jesus on May 5, 2023.

Mac was born on April 18, 1936 in Palmer, Texas to parents Martin Luther and Clara Gentry Tackett. In 1949 the Tackett family moved from Palmer to Ennis, and that is where Mac attended school. In 1954 Mac decided to serve this great country and...

Apr 24, 2023

Funeral services for Donna Lou Altom Miller, 81, of the Cotton Center Community of Fannin County, Texas will be held at 2:00 PM Friday, April 28, 2023 in Wise Funeral Home Chapel. Rev. Kevin Towery will officiate. Burial will follow in Moores Chapel Cemetery. A visitation will be held from 6:00 to 8:00 pm Thursday night...

Apr 24, 2023

Jimmy Noel James, 77, passed away on April 24, 2023, in Sherman, Texas due to cardiac arrest.

Jimmy Noel James was born on June 28, 1945, in Paris, Texas, to Emmit James and Ruby Parmley. Jimmy was a proud veteran having served his country in the United...