Helen Marie (Evans) Tompkins

     1936 – 2014

     A memorial service for Helen Marie (Evans) Tompkins, age 78 of Muenster, is set for 2:00 PM, Sunday, December 14, 2014 at Scott Funeral Home in Muenster. Ms. Tompkins died Friday, December 12, 2014 in Muenster.

     One of three children, Helen was born on April 13, 1936 to George Bailey and Mattie Estell (Warden) Evans in Bowie, Texas. Helen was a loving mother, grandmother and friend. She served as the chief of Police in Muenster for eighteen years.

     Helen is survived by her: daughter and son-in-law, Sabra Ann and Greg Robertson of Bowie; seven grandchildren and eleven great-grandchildren; brother and sister-in-law, Joe B. and Betty Evans of Sunset. She was preceded in death by her daughter-in-law, Kay Tompkins; sons: Mike and Joey Tompkins; two grandchildren; and brother, Bobby “Stick Horse” Evans.

     Honorary pallbearers are: Bobby Tompkins, Jeramiah Robertson, Brian Tompkins, Matt Robertson, Cody Tompkins, and Jennifer Tompkins.

     In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations may be made to the charity of your choice.

Jessie P. “J.P.” Embry

     1920 – 2014

     A funeral service for Jessie P. “J.P.” Embry, age 94 of Saint Jo, is scheduled for 2:00 PM, Saturday, December 13, 2014 at Forestburg Methodist Church in Forestburg with Rev. Chuck Jestis, Rev. Veronica Greanead and Rev. Larry Kruger officiating. Burial will follow at Dye Mound Cemetery in Saint Jo under the direction of Scott Funeral Home of Saint Jo. A visitation will be held 6:00 – 8:00 PM, Friday, December 12, 2014 at the funeral home in Saint Jo. Mr. Embry died in Gainesville on Wednesday, December 10, 2014.

     One of three children, Jessie Parks “J.P.” Embry was born on August 8, 1920 to Horace and Isora (Donnell) Embry in the community of Freemound, Texas in Cooke County. J. P. lived and was very active in the Dye Mound community since 1939 where he and his wife, Ora (Wade) Embry raised their two children, Gayle and Dewey. J. P. attended the Dye Mound Methodist Church until its closing and then became a member of the Forestburg Methodist Church. He enjoyed visiting his neighbors and sharing his garden produce and was very proud of his family. J. P. will be missed by his family and all those who knew him.

     J. P. is survived by his: daughter, Gayle and husband, Charles Edwards of Forestburg, TX; daughter-in-law, Mary Embry of Newark, TX; five grandchildren: Pam Brant, Veronica Greanead, Douglas Edwards, Nelia Embry, and Josh Embry; eight great-grandchildren; his sisters and spouses: Imogene and Oscar Garza of Mission, TX and Dessie and Nelson Berry of Dallas, TX. He was preceded in death by his wife, Ora (Wade) Embry; son, Dewey Embry; and his parents, Horace and Isora (Donnell) Embry. Pallbearers were: Dudley Sparkman, George Baker, Wassie Reynolds, Carroll Dill, Don Farrell, and Raymon Wood.

Velma Earlene (Brackeen) McBride

     1946 – 2014

     Velma Earlene (Brackeen) McBride was born November 15, 1946 in Gainesville, Texas. She married WJ “Dub” McBride on December 29, 1966 and they became the proud parents of two children. They made their home and raised their children in Saint Jo. Velma died Wednesday, November 26, 2014 in Denton.

     Velma is survived by her husband, Dub McBride of Saint Jo; daughter and son-in-law, Laura and Mike Barnett of Springfield, MO; grandchildren: Byron and Bailie Aston; great grandchildren: Bentley, Brison and Michael; her mother Ruby Brackeen of Gainesville; and several brothers and sisters. She was preceded in death by her father, LeRoy Brackeen, son, Eric McBride, and brother, Arvil Brackeen. 

Dorothy Hartman

     1919- 2014

     Mass of Christian Burial for Dorothy Hartman, age 95 of Muenster is set for 2:00 PM Wednesday, November 26, 2014 at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Muenster with Father Ken Robinson officiating. Burial will follow in Sacred Heart Cemetery under the direction of Scott Funeral Home of Muenster. A Rosary/Vigil will be held 6:00 PM, Tuesday, November 25, 2014 also at the church. Dorothy died Sunday, November 23, 2014 at her home.

     Dorothy was born on the Hartman farm on October 27, 1919, to John J. and Helena Hess Hartman. She lived there most of her life, helping with the farming, milking cows, picking cotton and corn. She was baptized by Father Frowin in Sacred Heart Church and attended the red brick school house.

     At age 18 she went to work for Dr. T. S. Myrick as a night nurse for the Muenster clinic he was opening. She had on-the-job training for babies and the women who had them. She worked for 2 years at night, then switched to days. She worked as an office nurse, bookkeeper, and clinic nurse. She did everything except surgery. She assisted in bringing hundreds of babies into the world, treating many of her own nieces and nephews and their children.

     She served with Dr. Myrick until his death in 1959, then with Dr. S. E. Saiken who came from Gainesville several days a week. She also worked with Dr. Kenneth Dobbs before he moved to Dallas. During a two-year time period when there was no doctor and no hospital in Muenster, she was a check-out clerk at Hofbauer’s Grocery Store.

     She was involved in the fund drive for the new hospital and helped with the moving in of supplies. When the Muenster Memorial Hospital opened its doors she served on the staff for six months. She then went to work for Dr. B. F. Hejduk, the resident physician and surgeon, working as his office nurse and assisting in surgeries. She worked for Dr. Kralicke for 8 years and Dr. Juarez for 9 years. She retired in 1984.

     She served as the local registrar for precinct 8 for 37 years. She was a member of the VFW Auxiliary, Catholic Daughters of America, served as a Eucharistic Minister at Sacred Heart, and served on the parish liturgical commission.
     In May of 1975 she received the Jaycees Outstanding Citizen Award. In 2003 she was honored for 25 years of service to the Muenster Senior Center. The Muenster Memorial Hospital recognized her at their 50th anniversary as the first employee, Nurse Assistant, February 3, 1964.

     She was very active in SNAP, loved crocheting and quilting. She enjoyed traveling, crafts, and playing cards and dominoes. She was an avid Texas Ranger and Dallas Cowboy fan, rarely missing a game on TV. She was a citizen of Muenster her entire life.

     She is survived by 30 nieces and nephews, numerous great-nieces and nephews, and many great-great-nieces and nephews.

Pallbearers were Steve Corocoran, Justin Hartman, Craig Hartman, Jacob Endres, Jeff Flusche, Joseph Dangelmayr, Alan Thompson, and Kirk Hartman.

James Ray "Red" Martin

     1930- 2014

     Funeral service for James “Red” Martin, age 83 of Montague, is set for 10:00 AM, Wednesday, November 26, 2014 at the Church of Christ in Saint Jo with Chester Cullum, C.E. Cole and Steve Chism officiating. Burial will follow in Mountain Park Cemetery under the direction of Scott Funeral Home of Saint Jo. A visitation will be held 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM, Tuesday, November 25, 2014 at Scott Funeral Home in Saint Jo. Mr. Martin died Saturday, November 22, 2014.

     James Ray (Red) Martin was born on December 17, 1930 in Myra, Texas. Red was one of eleven children born to William Burl Martin and Zena Pearl (Warner) Martin. Red married the love of his life, Betty Lue Dunn on January 7, 1950 in Montague, Texas.

     Red was a member of the Church of Christ. Red was a loving husband of 62 years. He enjoyed playing cards and dominos with his family as well as visiting and playing with his grand and great-grandchildren. He loved fishing, gardening, canning, and wood-working. He also loved for his daughters to sing hymns to him. He was a past member of the Alvord In-N-Out coffee drinkers club.

     Red is survived by his daughters and spouses Linda and Jr. Thweatt, Penny and Jimmy Johnson, all of Alvord, Texas, Staci and Dale Romine of Montague, Texas; son Tom and wife, Linda Martin of Gainesville; grandchildren and spouses Lance Thweatt, DJ and Bri Thweatt, Jamie and Caitlin Johnson, Andy Johnson, Gregg and Jesse Romine, Ethan and Brittany Romine, Cody and Adrianne Martin, Casey and Heather Martin, Cyle and Sharissa Martin, 19 great grandchildren and one great-great grandson; sister Ruth Cain of Decatur, Texas and brother Bill Martin of Gainesville, Texas; sister-in-law Dee and C.E. (Sonny) Cole and brother-in-law, Melvin (Snooks) Dunn.

     Red was preceded in death by his loving wife, Betty Martin, his parents, William and Zena Martin; two grandchildren; two great grandchildren; sisters: Jo Hardison, Thelma Ritchie, Lois McVeigh, Johnnie Fern Martin and Clemmie Mae Martin; brothers: Charley Martin, Clinton Martin, and Roy William Martin.

     Pallbearers are his grandsons, Lance Thweatt, Jamie Johnson, Andy Johnson, Gregg Romine, DJ Thweatt, Ethan Romine and Eric Fox.

Dallie Dawn Allen

     1937- 2014

ARLINGTON -- Dallie Dawn Allen, 77, passed away Wednesday, November 19, 2014.

Funeral: 11:30 a.m. Saturday, November 22, 2014 in Mount Olivet Chapel. Visitation: 6 to 8 p.m. Friday, November 21, 2014 at Mount Olivet and 3 p.m. Saturday, November 22, 2014 at Scott Funeral Home, St. Jo. Interment to follow at Dye Mound Cemetery under the direction of Scott Funeral Home of Muenster.

     Dallie was born May 29, 1937, in Decatur to the late Alan and Inez Kuykendall. She attended Handley elementary school and high school graduating in 1955. She was employed at Central Bank and Trust, and later in 1969 worked as an executive secretary for Pritchard & Abbott Appraisal Services for 31 years before her retirement. Dallie was a gifted artist and oil painter who won many first place ribbons and sold her art in galleries throughout Texas. She was a devoted wife and caretaker to her husband Ernest throughout his lengthy illness. Dallie has many friends and family that loved her. She was preceded in death by her husband, Ernest O. Allen; and parents.

     Survivors: Daughter, Tamara Allen; sister, Bowery Prater; numerous nieces and nephews; and beloved cat, Red. 

Maurus Rudolph Rohmer

     1933- 2014

     Mass of Christian Burial for Maurus Rudolph Rohmer, age 81 of Muenster are set for 10:00 AM, Saturday, November 22, 2014 at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Muenster with Father Ken Robinson officiating. Burial will follow at Sacred Heart Cemetery under the direction of Scott Funeral Home of Muenster. A Rosary and Vigil will be held at 7:00, Friday, November 21, 2014 at the funeral home. Mr. Rohmer died Thursday, November 20, 2014.

     The youngest of 12 children, Maurus was born in the family home to John A. and Mary Helen (Hesse) Rohmer on July 29, 1933. He graduated from Sacred Heart School in 1951. On September 29, 1953, Maurus joined the US Army and served in Lakenheath, England. Upon his return to the United States, he was discharged on August 23, 1955. In 1956, Maurus started working at National Supply Company in Gainesville in the assembly department where he continued to work for 31½ years until his retirement. He was a member of the VFW, the Knights of Columbus and the Sacred Heart Parish.

     Maurus married Patricia A. Neu on April 24, 1965 at St. Mary’s Church in Gainesville where they continued to live until moving to Muenster in 1968. Maurus and Pat were the proud parents of one son, David.

     Maurus is survived by his wife of 49 years, Patricia (Neu) Rohmer, son and daughter-in-law, David and Karissa Rohmer of Bluegrove, Texas; sisters, Loretta Spaeth, Dorothy Wright, Sister Romana Rohmer; in-laws: Agnes Rohmer, Marjorie Rohmer, Jeanne Hoenig, Clara Mae Taylor, Stella and Wilson Stinnett, Donna Boschert, Connie Neu, Phyllis and David Neu, and Bob Dorsch. He was preceded in death by his parents, John A. and Mary Helen (Hesse) Rohmer, sisters: Ida Rohmer and Sister Fidelis Rohmer; brothers: Lawrence, Joseph, Victor, Emil, Alfred, and Tony.

     Pallbearers were Terry Rohmer, Greg Rohmer, Kenny Rohmer, Chris Rohmer, James Wright, and Everett Spaeth.

Eileen Cunningham Luke

     1926- 2014

     Mass of the Resurrection and Christian burial for Eileen Cunningham Luke of Muenster, Texas is set for 10:00 am on Thursday November 20, 2014 at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Muenster, Texas with Father Ken Robinson officiating. Burial will follow at Sacred Heart Cemetery under the direction of Scott Funeral Home of Muenster. A Rosary and Vigil will be held at 6:00 PM on Wednesday November 19, 2014 at Scott Funeral Home.

     Eileen Cunningham Luke died on Tuesday, November 17, 2014 in Muenster Memorial Hospital, Muenster, Texas following several strokes and a period of failing health. She was a devoted wife of WJ (Bill) Luke and the loving mother of Kathy Luke Hartman, Jim Luke, Carolyn Luke Powell and Nancy Luke Webster and the treasured grandmother to Jeff, Cindy, Preston, Emalee, Eric, Sarah, Amy, Megan, Tara, Brad and Mark. Eileen loved and adored her daughter-in-law Beth Luke and sons-in-law Don Hartman, Mike Powell and Fray Webster.

     Eileen Luke was born on December 10, 1926, the daughter of Joseph and Margaret Cunningham in Tulsa, Oklahoma. She graduated from Marquette High School in 1945 in Tulsa, Oklahoma. She married WJ (Bill) Luke on February 12, 1955 in Christ The King Catholic Church in Tulsa. After living in Midland, Fort Worth and Odessa, they moved to Muenster to raise their family.

     Eileen was an active member of Sacred Heart Church, was a longtime member of Sacred Heart Choir, Catholic Daughters, and Muenster Garden Club.

Survivors are her husband Bill Luke, son and daughter-in-law Jim and Beth Luke of London, England; daughters and sons-in-law Kathy and Don Hartman of Muenster, Carolyn and Mike Powell of Muenster and Nancy and Fray Webster of Colleyville, Texas; brother Bernard Cunningham of Amarillo, Texas; numerous grandchildren and great grandchildren, nieces and nephews.

     Eileen Cunningham Luke was preceded in death by her parents Joseph and Margaret Cunningham, sister Louise Olsen, brothers Joseph Cunningham II and Robert Cunningham.

Ramon Dan Hamric

     1940- 2014

     Mass of Christian Burial for Dan Hamric, age 73 of Muenster is set for 10:00 AM, Tuesday, November 18, 2014 at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Muenster with Father Ken Robinson officiating. Burial will follow at Sacred Heart Cemetery under the direction of Scott Funeral Home of Muenster. A vigil is set for 5:30 PM, Monday, November 17, 2014 at the church. Dan died at his home on Saturday, November 15, 2014.

     Born on December 4, 1940, Dan was one of the two children of Ervin and Bertha (Wieler) Hamric. He married Fay (Rude) Hamric in El Paso on June 8, 1962 and they became the proud parents of two daughters and one son.

     Dan worked for many years in the education system, as a teacher, principal, superintendent, and coach. He was a math teacher in Muenster ISD and Anthony, New Mexico. He was also a principal at Forestburg ISD. After retiring as Superintendent of schools at Montague ISD, Dan continued to work part time as a golf coach in Lindsay and Muenster.

     Dan was very involved in the Muenster community. He served on the hospital board. He was a member of the Kiwanis Club and was a Co-Chairman of the German Fun Run from its inaugural year, 1976 and twenty-five more years. He was a member of Sacred Heart Parish, a Jaycee, and the Knights of Columbus, having served as the Grand Knight in the past. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend to many. His presence will be missed by all those who knew him.

     Dan is survived by his wife, Fay Hamric of Muenster; daughters: Danna Rae and husband, Brian Hess of Muenster and Lisa Rene and Marcus Sadler of Muenster; son: Robert Darryl (Bob) and wife, Rhonda Hamric of Bridgeport; brother, Burt and wife Peggy Hamric of Houston, TX; grandchildren: Casey Hamric, Katy Fay Morris, Erin Hess, Halle Hess, and Dayne Sadler. He was preceded in death by his parents. Pallbearers are: Mike Bartush, Craig Monday, Steve Hennigan, Tim Schneider, Dusti Etter, and Jared Flusche. Honorary Pallbearers are: Lynn Heller, Ronnie Hess, Roy Monday, Gerald (Bud) Graham, Larry Wimmer, and Tommy Cook.

Lorena Clara Fisher Taylor

     Mass of Christian Burial for Lorena Taylor of Muenster is set for 10:00 AM, Thursday, November 13, 2014 at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Muenster with Father Ken Robinson officiating. Burial will follow at Sacred Heart Cemetery under the direction of Scott Funeral Home of Muenster. A Rosary/Vigil will be held at 6:00 PM, Wednesday, November 12, 2014 at Scott Funeral Home of Muenster.
    Lorena Taylor passed away Saturday, November 8, 2014 at the Muenster Hospital, Muenster, TX. She was born November 4, 1921, the daughter and eleventh of twelve children of Emma and Joe Fisher, Sr. in Muenster, TX. She was in the first graduation class of Sacred Heart High school in 1939. Lorena went on to attend Our Lady of Victory College in Fort Worth, TX and North Texas State University (now University of North Texas), where she received a teaching degree While teaching in Wichita Falls, Lorena met Charles (Chuck) Taylor and they were married on September 17, 1941 in Sacred Heart Church in Muenster. They became the proud parents of three sons and one daughter.
    While Chuck served in the Army, the family lived in many places around the world, including Washington, D.C., Kansas, Georgia, Louisiana and Ohio. In 1947, Lorena traveled on a transport ship to the Philippines for 23 days with three young children and over a hundred wives and their children. In 1956 and after Chuck’s retirement from the Army, the family settled on a farm south of Muenster. Even after Chuck’s death in 1963, the family continued to live on the farm.
    Lorena began working in 1964 for the new hospital, Muenster Memorial Hospital, until her retirement in 1986. After selling the farm, Lorena built a home in town where she continued to live until her death.
    Lorena is survived by her sons, Roger and wife, Jane Taylor and Steve and wife, Doreen Taylor all of Muenster, TX and daughter, Ginny Mangum of Tacoma, Washington, 10 grandchildren and 7 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by: her husband Chuck Taylor, all eleven of her brothers and sisters, and by one day by her son, Jerry Taylor, who was survived by his wife, Jane and sons, Charlie and Jim of the home.
    Pallbearers were: Adam Taylor, Sandy Valentine, Nick Taylor, Laura Taylor, Charlie Taylor, and Jim Taylor. Honorary Pallbearer was Willie Fisher.
  

Steve David Yosten

     A Rosary for Steve David Yosten, age 47 of Plano, will be held 7:00 PM at Scott Funeral Home of Muenster. A Memorial Mass is set for 12:00 PM, Saturday, November 8, 2014 at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Muenster with Father Ken Robinson officiating. Steve died unexpectedly on Saturday, November 1, 2014.

     One of three children, Steve was born on July 18, 1967 in San Angelo, TX to David and Susan (Bean) Yosten. He grew up in Plano and graduated from Plano High School. After attending North Texas State University (now University of North Texas) for a few years, Steve went to work for JC Penney in the IT Department where he established the entire web system for the company.

     Steve was gifted when it came to computers and technology and he loved riding his Harley Davidson. But the joy of his life was his nieces and nephew, London, Jack and Fletcher. Steve was a fantastic man, brother, son, and uncle. He will be greatly missed by all who knew him.

     Steve is survived by his: father, David Yosten, of Plano; sister, Stephanie Diane Yosten of Arlington; brother, Terry and wife, Kimberley Yosten of Greenville; nieces and nephew: London, Jack, and Fletcher Yosten. He was preceded in death by his mother, Susan (Bean) Yosten and grandparents: Spike and Francis Yosten.

M. J. "Mac" McCoy

     Funeral services for M. J. "Mac" McCoy, age 80 of Saint Jo, were held 11:00 AM, Thursday, October 30, 2014 at First Baptist Church of Saint Jo with Rev. Sam Campbell and Rev. Jeff Roe officiating. Burial followed the service in the M. J. "Mac" McCoy Family Cemetery in Saint Jo under the direction of Scott Funeral Home. A visitation and a meal were held at the McCoy Trophy House also in Saint Jo. Mac died at his home in Saint Jo on Saturday, October 25, 2014.

     One of six children, Mac was born on September 12, 1934 to James Arthur and Luteenie (Bass) McCoy in Crosby County, Texas. Mac spent many hours picking cotton with his siblings and parents. He often told the story of picking more cotton than anyone else except his mother.

     After graduating from high school, Mac was offered an athletic scholarship but turned it down to join the Army where he quickly rose to the rank of captain while working with the Pentagon as a nuclear weapons analyst. While analyzing satellite data, Mac discovered a new Russian nuclear weapon. After presenting the data to the Secretary of State, he was given the honor of naming the missile GANEF. Mac served 11 years in the military, three years in Germany where he saw most all of Europe.

     After his honorable discharge from the Army, Mac went on to pursue a bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering. He earned a mortuary degree and used that to work his way through school. Mac worked as the Director of Maintenance at Bell Helicopter in Amarillo, TX and Director of Plant Operations Maintenance at the University of Alabama in Tuscaloosa, AL, but he always felt the pull to be his own boss and later moved back to Texas where his brothers, Medford and Melvin, helped him get into the funeral business. In 1979, Mac moved to Saint Jo and purchased the funeral home, and in 1983 he purchased the funeral home in Muenster. For many years, he ran the funeral home and an ambulance service for the community of Saint Jo.

     Although Mac was a hard worker, he also enjoyed his time off hunting in many locations around the world, including Canada, Alaska, Mexico, New Zealand and Africa. He had so many hunting trophies that he and his friend and business partner, Les Scott, built a trophy room next to his house. He also enjoyed going on trips with his longtime companion, Annette. Saying she had never been out of Texas, Mac wanted her to see everything he had seen. They took trips every summer all over the United States and in the summer of 2014 they took a two week trip to Italy.

     Mac loved Saint Jo and was proud to be a part of the community. He helped build the gazebo located on the town square without plans. Annette always called him a "Real Life John Wayne." To the outside observer, Mac was a big, rough old man but to those of us who knew his heart, he was a giant teddy bear that would do anything in his power to help – with or without you asking! He was a great man, father, grandfather (Pa Mac), great-grandfather (Pa Mac the Great) and friend. His presence will be greatly missed.

     Mac is survived by his: longtime companion, Annette Walterscheid of Muenster; daughters: Peggy Anne and husband, James Thomas of Red Oak, Linda Lou Currans of Fort Worth, Katherine Sue McCoy of Arlington and Karen Kay and husband Hugh Hillebrand of Arlington; sons: Michael James McCoy of Farmers Branch, Dennis Mathew McCoy, Cameron Douglas McCoy; grandchildren: Jennifer Connell of Fort Worth, Jessica Thomas of Red Oak, Mathew McCoy of Sherman, Haley Hillebrand of Fort Worth, and Katie Beth Hillebrand of Denton; great-grandchildren: Clara Cameron Connell and Maxwell Douglas Connell of Fort Worth, who called him "Pa Mac the Great;" sister: Morelle and Jack Miller of Denton, TX; brother Pete and wife, Joyce McCoy of Tuttle, Oklahoma. He was preceded in death by his parents, James Arthur and Luteenie (Bass) McCoy, sister, Mary Viola Deal and brothers: Melvin McCoy and Medford McCoy.

Ricky O'Neal Smith

     A visitation for Ricky O’Neal Smith was held 3:00 PM—5:00 PM, Sunday, October 26, 2014 at Scott Funeral Home of Saint Jo. Mr. Smith died Friday, October 24, 2014.

Julie Anna Hacker

     Mass of Christian Burial for Julie Anna Hacker, age 45 of Muenster, is set for 10:00 AM, Saturday, October 11, 2014 at Sacred Heart Catholic Church with Rev. Ken Robinson officiating. Burial will follow at Sacred Heart Cemetery in Muenster under the direction of Scott Funeral Home of Muenster. A Rosary/Vigil will be held at 6:00 PM Friday, October 10, 2014 at the funeral home in Muenster.

     Our Heavenly Father called Julie suddenly to her Eternal Home, Tuesday, October 7, 2014. She was a 1987 graduate of Muenster High School and earned a drafting degree from North Central Texas College in 1989.

     She lived with her husband, Jean in her childhood home north of Muenster. She was the caregiver for her mother Florence, until her death in 2010 and she was employed by Peterbilt Motors of Denton for over 15 ½ years.

     Julie loved her family greatly. She held many gatherings in her home, where hours were spent telling old stories and looking at family pictures. She enjoyed being outdoors, riding the country side looking for deer, sitting in the boat waiting for the fish to bite, going camping at the lake, or taking long walks. She was an avid sports fan, routing for the Rangers and the Cowboys. Julie was greatly loved and will be dearly missed.

     Julie is survived by her husband, Jean Holder of Muenster; her brothers: Kevin and wife, Glenda Hacker of Ponder, Patrick and wife Kathy Hacker of Gainesville, and Allin and wife, Karen Hacker of Gainesville; her daughter: Jessica and husband Cody Rico of Muenster; her son Christopher Holder of Mississippi; her grandson Kyler Rico of Muenster; and numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents, Paul William and Florence Heddy (Van Zandt) Hacker and her nephew, Kasey Hacker.

     In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made in her memory to “The Make a Wish Foundation.” 

Stanley Riddle

     Graveside services for Stanley Riddle, age 74 of Bowie will be held in the Mountain Park Cemetery in Saint Jo, Texas at 2:00 PM on September 22, 2014. A brief service will be officiated by Rev. Jeff Roe. Services are directed by Scott Funeral Home of Saint Jo, Texas. Mr. Riddle died Thursday, September 18, 2014 in Bowie.

     Stanley was born in Gordonville, Texas to the late Revis Riddle and Ottie (Jobe) Riddle. He was raised and went to school in the Gordonville area. He married Peggy Williamson on August 30th, 1983 in Saint Jo, Texas. They made their home there for several years. He worked at Nocona Boot Company until it closed. They moved and made their home in Sadler, Texas. There they raised their grandson, Shawn Williamson, as their own.

     Stanley loved to spend time with family and friends. He loved kids and they loved him. In his spare time, he made toys from scrap lumber for grandkids, nieces and nephews which he adored.

     He and Peggy loved spending time together going to flea markets and garage sales. They loved to eat out. They traveled a lot and took Shawn to see many historical sights and just to have fun. Stanley always kept a top notch mower and loved to mow. He was a very sweet man known to many as Nan-Nan and will be dearly missed.

     Stanley is survived by his: wife, Peggy Riddle of Saint Jo; son, Shawn Williamson of Saint Jo; stepson, Ronald Williamson, Jr. of Caddo, OK; brothers: Bobby Riddle of Whitesboro, TX and Danny Riddle of Lakeshores, TX; sister: Dolores Craft of Sherman, TX; sister-in-law, Mary Lou and husband, Doyle Cook of Saint Jo; six grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, Revis and Ottie (Jobe) Riddle; sister, Katie Riddle; his sisters-in-law: Judy Hosman, Nancy Argo, and Patricia Bunch; and his brother-in-law, Buddy Emerson.

Johnnie Orr

     Graveside services for Johnnie Campbell Orr, age 89 of Garland will be held in the Grove Hill Cemetery in Dallas, Texas at 2:00 PM on September 19, 2014. A brief service will be officiated by Elwin Campbell, a son. Services are directed by Scott Funeral Home of Saint Jo, Texas. Johnnie died Wednesday, September 17, 2014 in Bowie.
    Johnnie was born in Sulphur Springs, Texas on August 28, 1925. She was the daughter of John Van Buren Finch and Maude Harris Finch. She married John Campbell in 1945. They were the parents of a son Elwin “Sam” Campbell and daughter, Valda Vierling. There are 5 grandchildren, 9 great grandchildren, and 4 great-great grandchildren.

Hazel Huffman

     Hazel Woods Cagle Huffman of St Jo went quietly to our Lord on September 16, 2014 in Denton, TX.
    One of the three children born to Ike and Wano (Howeth) Woods, Hazel was born July 7, 1928 in Cement, OK.
    Hazel was a strong Southern woman. Her quick wit and quirky sense of humor are what her family treasures the most. She always said her greatest gifts were her children and her grandchildren.
    Hazel is survived by her son, Chris and wife, Terri Cagle of Coppell, daughter Barbara and husband, Tim Jordan of Saint Jo; grandchildren: Preston Cagle, Kevin Hendricks, Melissa Hendricks, Stacy Cagle, Raine Hazclip; five great grandchildren and her sister, Bonnie Moore of Saint Jo. She was preceded in death by her parents, her husbands, Adfard Cagle and Donald Huffman, brother, J.D. Woods, and daughter, Jeanne Cagle.
    Graveside services are set for 10:00 AM Monday, September 22, 2014 at Mountain Park Cemetery.
    The family is requesting that donations be made to the American Lung Association in lieu of flowers.
  

Viola Mae Dennis Busby

    Viola Mae Busby, 71 of Saint Jo Texas passed away Thursday, September 11th, 2014 at Denton Regional Hospital with her husband Larry Busby at her side. Viola was born on September 4th, 1943 in Capps Corner Texas, to Brian and Hattie Dennis. Viola attended school at Saint Jo and was a member of the National Honor Society. Viola worked for the Saint Jo Tribune for 53 years which she enjoyed being a part of the Tribune family and was a member of the Texas Associated Press. She married the love of her life Larry Dean Busby on August 25th, 1962, at the Saint Jo Baptist Church. Larry and Viola was married and devoted to each other for 52 wonderful years and resided in Saint Jo Texas. Viola enjoyed being with her family on any occasion but particularly enjoyed their family vacations to their property in Colorado, where they went camping and jeeping in the mountains. Viola’s life time achievement was being a loving wife and mother to her family.
    She is survived by her husband Larry Dean Busby, son Cody Dean (Gus) Busby and his wife Sandra, son Larry Dwayne (Brutus) Busby, brother Clinton Sylvester Dennis, and grandchildren Arielle, Briana, and Baylie.
    She was preceded in death by her parents Brian and Hattie Dennis, brother Richard Dennis, brother Rayburn Dennis, brother Davis Dennis, sister Clara Nell Breeze, sister Arlene Corley, and brother Billy Dennis. Pallbearers were: Scott Thomas, Nathan Cannon, Shawn Cannon, Mike Walters, Lee Dennis, and Jackie Breeze.
    Funeral service was held 2:00 PM, Monday, September 15th, 2014 at First Baptist Church of Saint Jo with C.E. Cole officiating. Burial followed at Mountain Park Cemetery in Saint Jo under the direction of Scott Funeral Home of Saint Jo. Visitation was held 3:00 to 5:00 PM, Sunday, September 14th, 2014 at the funeral home in Saint Jo.

Julia Catherine Pautler Cunningham

     Mass of Christian Burial for Julia Cunningham, age 97 of Muenster, are set for 10:30 AM, Monday, September 1, 2014 at Sacred Heart Community Center with Rev. Ken Robinson officiating. Burial will follow at Sacred Heart Cemetery under the direction of Scott Funeral home of Muenster. A Rosary/Vigil will be held 6:00 PM, Sunday, August 31, 2014. Mrs. Cunningham died Friday, August 29, 2014 in Granbury, TX.
    Born in Muenster, Julia was one of the ten children of Joseph and Elizabeth Agatha (Rohmer) Pautler. Julia married Herb Cunningham in 1940 and they became the proud parents of five children.
    Julia delivered Meals on Wheels and earned many awards for volunteering. She enjoyed playing dominoes, snap, and quilting. Going on cruises and bus trips was also a favorite pastime of hers. Julia made great cinnamon rolls.
    Julia is survived by her: daughter, Carolyn and husband, Charles, Bridier of Tolar, TX; daughter-in-law’s: Patsy Cunningham of Fort Worth, TX, Janet Cunningham of Lindsay, TX, and Edith Cunningham of Fort Worth, TX; twelve grandchildren; twenty-four great-grandchildren; and five great-great-grandchildren. She is preceded in death by: her husband, Herb Cunningham, her parents, her sons: Ronnie, Herbie, John, and Earl Cunningham, her daughter-in-law, Karla Cunningham and her sister-in-law, Betty Pautler. Pallbearers were: Alan Cunningham, Tony Cunningham, Michael Cunningham, Todd Bridier, Teddy Bridier, and Troy Bridier.

Gary Fisher

    Gary James Fisher went to be with Our Lord on August 8, 2014 after a 2 year battle with Ocular Melanoma. Gary was born in Muenster, Texas on October 30, 1950 to Earl and Velma Evers Fisher; he was the 4th of 10 children. He is survived by his wife, Marlene Herr Fisher; his 3 children, Eric Jamison Fisher and wife, Jaclynn Fisher and 2 grandchildren, Grayson and Nolan Fisher; Karl Thomas Fisher; and Lana Fisher Hess and husband Cody Hess. Surviving siblings are Joan Fisher Demshock of Maryland, Doris Fisher of Washington, Robert Fisher of Colorado, Alan Fisher of Georgia, Janice Fisher Kincy of Texas, Mary Fisher Carnell of Colorado, Judy Fisher Newell of Texas and Glenn Fisher of Oklahoma. He was preceded in death by his parents Earl and Velma Evers Fisher and his sister Donna Fisher.
    Gary attended Sacred Heart Catholic School from 1st-8th grade, and graduated high School from Muenster Public School. He got his BA in Business with a minor in insurance from North Texas State University (aka UNT).
    He married Marlene Herr on June 11, 1977 and God blessed them with 3 beautiful children, Eric Jamison in 1981, Karl Thomas in 1985 and Lana Rose in 1986. Gary was all about family, community and “doing for others” to make life a little sweeter. He gave countless hours to numerous community organizations, without need or thought of being recognized, but rather because it was the right thing to do.
    He was very active in Boy Scouts and served as Co-Scout Master with Chuck Bartush. He had the pleasure of taking scouts to Philmont twice and loved every minute, except for the caffeine withdrawals. Some of his favorite scouting activities were out-of-state high mountain adventure hikes and rock climbing.
     He was an active Muenster Chamber of Commerce member and managed the Texas Stage at Germanfest for many years. He was instrumental in getting the Keep Muenster Beautiful Organization started and in Muenster receiving its first Governor Achievement Award beautification with his “Clean Sweep” program. The monetary award allowed for the purchase of Street Lamps on Hwy 82 and Main Street.
    He was a member of the Muenster Kiwanis and had the vision and physical drive to turn the vacant lot just north of the Muenster State Bank into a park and to beautify the corners on Main Street with rocked flower beds.
    Gary was happiest when he had 15+ projects in the works and he worked tirelessly on seeing them through to completion. This was also his greatest heartache as his disease progressed because he no longer had the energy to see his visions become reality.
    Mass of Christian Burial for Gary Fisher, age 63 of Muenster was celebrated 10:00 AM Tuesday, August 12, 2014 at Sacred Heart Community Center in Muenster with Rev. Ken Robinson officiating. Burial followed at Sacred Heart Cemetery under the direction of Scott Funeral Home of Muenster. A Rosary was held 6:30 PM, Monday, August 11, 2014 also at Sacred Heart Community Center. 

Rose Hofbauer

    A Mass of Christian Burial for Rose Catherine (Walter) Hofbauer, age 101 of Muenster, is set for 10:00 AM Friday, August 8, 2014 at Sacred Heart Community Center with Rev. Ken Robinson officiating. Burial will follow at Sacred Heart Cemetery under the direction of Scott Funeral Home of Muenster. A Rosary/Vigil is set for 7:00 PM, Thursday, August 7, 2014 at the funeral home. Mrs. Hofbauer died Wednesday, August, 6, 2014.
    One of the ten children born to John and Susanna (Trachta) Walter, Rose was born on January 18, 1913 in Muenster. She married Andrew Albert Hofbauer on June 5, 1933 in Muenster and they became the proud parents of three children. Rose was a lifelong member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church and St. Anne’s Society. She enjoyed sewing, gardening, spending time with her family, and working on the family history. Rose made very many baby blankets for ABBA.
    Rose is survived by her: son, Larry Hofbauer of Tsuchiura, Japan; daughters: Donna and husband, Don Glover of Dallas and Jeannine and husband, Harold Flusche of Muenster, Texas; eight grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren; sisters: Sylvia Walter Everette of Illinois and Genie Walter O’Dowd of Houston;. She was preceded in death by her parents, John and Susanna (Trachta) Walter, husband, Andrew Albert Hofbauer, sisters: Romana Bayer, Marie Endres, Terese Miller; brothers: Joe Walter, Oscar Walter, Alfred Walter and Alois (Shorty) Walter.
    Pallbearers were: Mark Flusche, Michael Flusche, Brad Knowlton, Scott Mann, Andrew Knowlton, Dale Hofbauer, Claude Walter, and Mark Miller.
    In lieu of flowers the family requests memorials be made to: Sacred Heart Trust Fund, Sacred Heart Catholic Church or to ABBA.

Jeremy Howard

    Services for Jeremy Howard are set for 2:00 PM, Saturday, August 9, 2014 at Landmark Missionary Baptist Church in Saint Jo with Rev. Eddie Ramsey officiating. Burial will follow in Perryman Cemetery in Forestburg, TX under the direction of Scott Funeral Home of Saint Jo. A visitation will be held from 6:00 to 8:00 PM, Friday, August 8, 2014 at the funeral home in Saint Jo.
    Jeremy James Howard, age 29, passed from this life on August 6, 2014. He was born on November 12, 1984. Jeremy was loved by all who knew him. As a security guard at Winstar until sickness overcame him, he made many friends.
    Jeremy is survived by his: grandparents: Ronnie and Bonnie Huddleston; brother, Brandon Firkins; grandmother, JoAnn Howard; father, Don Howard; and many uncles, aunts, cousins, and friends. He was preceded in death by his mother, Peggie Firkins Howard. Pallbearers were: Brandon Firkins, Taylor Westbrook, James Broyles, Clayton Huddleston, Michael Mullins, Travis Benson, and Dale Firkins.

Paty Spearman Boyle

    Graveside services for Paty Spearman Boyle, age 93 of Muenster, are set for 1:00 PM, Friday, August 1, 2014 at Restland Cemetery in Dallas, TX with Rev. Ken Robinson officiating and under the direction of Scott Funeral Home of Muenster. Mrs. Boyle died at her home on Monday, July 28, 2014.
    One of two children, Paty was born on March 2, 1921 in Fairfield, AL to Braxton R. and Grace P. (Sain) Spearman. On March 23, 1946, she married John Hartford Boyle in Chattanooga, TN. They raised their five children, one daughter and four sons, in Allen, TX.
    Paty’s favorite things were reading books and needlework. She especially loved to travel to London, Paris and Ireland. Paty was a member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Muenster. She will be missed by all those who knew her.
    Paty is survived by her: daughter, Sharon Boyle Rivers and husband, Jon of Forestburg; sons: John Michael Boyle and wife, Pam of Huntington Beach, CA, Robert Hartford Boyle and wife, Debby of Corpus Christi, TX, Patrick Joseph Boyle and wife, Penny of Plano, TX and Timothy Richard Boyle and wife, Mary of Honey Grove, TX; nine grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, her brother and her husband, John Hartford Boyle.
    In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to Scottish Rite Children’s Hospital or a charity of your choice.