Flora Mae Knabe

     Mass of Christian Burial for Flora Mae Knabe, age 68 of Muenster, is set for 10:00 AM, Friday, July 24, 2015 at Sacred Heart Catholic Church with Father Ken Robinson officiating. Burial will follow in Sacred Heart Cemetery under the direction of Scott Funeral Home of Muenster. A Rosary and Vigil will be held at 6:00 PM, Thursday, July 23, 2015 at the funeral home. Mrs. Knabe died Monday, July 20, 2015 at her home.

Cecil B. Smith

     Cecil B. Smith, age 92 of Saint Jo, TX, passed away on Monday, July 20, 2015 in Stephenville, TX. He was one of the three sons of Neal and Katie (Mae) Smith.

     Cecil was born April 30, 1923 in Saint Jo, TX. He served in the United States Army during World War II. During his service, he served in the campaigns in Normandy, Northern France, Rhineland, and Central Europe and was awarded four Bronze Service Stars for his service. He was honorably discharged in 1945 with the rank of Private First Class. Upon his return to Montague County, Cecil owned and operated a skating rink in Saint Jo for many years.

     Cecil is survived by his brother, Raymond Smith of Fort Worth, TX and his nephews, Larry Smith of Seguin, TX, Jeff Smith of Fort Worth and niece, Stacy Smith of Flower Mound, TX. He was preceded in death by his parents Neal and Katie (Mae) Smith.

Raphael Gonzalez

*****PLEASE NOTE THE CHANGE IN DATE AND TIMES OF SERVICES*****

Mass of Christian Burial for Rafael Gonzalez, age 90 of Muenster is set for 10:00 AM, Friday, July 17, 2015 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 in Muenster. A Rosary and Vigil will be held at 6:00 PM, Thursday, July 16, 2015 at the funeral home.

Martha Dale

     Services for Martha Jo Wilson Orr Dale, age 92 of Saint Jo are set for 10:30 AM, Thursday, July 16, 2015 at Scott Funeral Chapel in Saint Jo with Rev. Larry Coleman officiating. Burial will follow in Mountain Park Cemetery under the direction of Scott Funeral Home. A visitation will be held from 9:30—10:30 AM at the funeral home prior to the service. Mrs. Dale died Sunday, July 12, 2015.

Laveoada Nance

Funeral services for Appie Laveoada “Vada” Nance, age 64, were held July 13, 2015 at Scott Funeral Chapel in Saint Jo with C.E. Cole officiating. Burial followed in McGrady Cemetery.

Ms. Nance died Thursday July 9, 2015 in Denton, Texas.

Vada was the daughter of T.S. Cable, Jr. and Ola Faye Posey Cable. She was born on October 16, 1950 in Nocona, Texas. She was the granddaughter of Tom and Belle McGrady Cable.

She grew on Clear Creek and attended school in Saint Jo, graduating in 1969.

      She married Herbert Dale Nance and they had two sons, Bryan and Chad.

While living in Saint Jo she had a daycare in her home. After moving to Gainesville, she worked at Osborne's Farm Supply for 33 plus years, making lifelong friends. Some of those are here today.

Vada loved family get-togethers, especially when the dominoes came out for a game of 42.

She enjoyed her kids, especially her grandchildren. Her nieces always said “Call Aunt Vada. She'll know what to do.” She had great problem solving skills.

Among Vada's many interests were a love for camping and fishing. Her sons remember the fun trips to the "upper lake" to catch the big one. She also loved helping friends with parties and celebrations. She had a knack for decorating and preparing party foods. Going to the Casino with her friend Gary Droll would always be a fun time.

Friends and family will remember fondly time spent with Vada. She will be missed.

Vada is survived by her sons: Bryan and wife Heather Nance of Valley View and Chad Nance of Valley View; sisters: Lina Jo Flusche of Saint Jo and Stella Manion and husband Kevin of New Orleans, LA; and sister-in-law Karon Burk of Albuquerque, NM; eight grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her grandparents, her parents, and her brother, Jerry Burk.

Pallbearers were: Colton Nance, grandson, James King, Randy Voyles, Mat Edington, Chris Buck, and Jason Weaver.

Richard "Rick" Parker

  Richard “Rick” Carl Parker, age 64, lived in Saint Jo, TX for the last 13 years. He went to be with Jesus on July 7, 2015. Funeral services were Saturday, July 11, 2015 at First Baptist Church in Saint Jo officiated by Randy Snow and C.E. Russell. Burial followed in Mountain Park Cemetery under the direction of Scott Funeral Home in Saint Jo. A visitation was held Friday, July 10, 2015 at the funeral home in Saint Jo.
  Rick was born July 1, 1951 in San Antonio, TX to Jimmie Burris Parker and Doris (Young) Parker Cook. In 1970, Rick moved to the Dallas area where he met his wife, Debbie at church. They became the proud parents of four children.
  Rick enjoyed attending church with his family and being a Christian. Rick’s faith in God helped him through his very painful illness and he gave God praise until his last day on Earth.
  He worked hard his entire life to provide for his family. Rick wanted his family involved in everything he did. He loved country life, vacations, camping and a little hunting and fishing.
  We miss him greatly, as he was the rock of our family.
  Rick is survived by his wife, Debbie (Gray) Parker of Saint Jo; daughters: Debbie and Shane Villars of Lake Dallas, Lisa and Scott Cook of Sanger, and Krystle and Jimmy Holley of Saint Jo; son, Richard Carl “Bubba” Parker, II and Shawna Parker of Saint Jo; grandchildren: Dawson, Wesley, Garrett, Carla, Caitlyn, Sarah, Derek, Paityn, Bailey, and Lannie; and mother, Doris Parker Cook of Lake Dallas. He was preceded in death by his father, Jimmie Burris Parker and his brother, Johnie William Parker.
  Pallbearers are: Bubba Parker, Jimmy Holley, Shane Villars, Wesley Cook, Dawson Parker, Garrett Parker, Derek Villars and Clay Hall.

Helen Yosten

Helen Marie (Arend) Yosten, age 86 of Muenster passed away on Saturday, June 27, 2015 at her home in Muenster.

Mass of Christian Burial is set for 10:00 AM, Wednesday, July 1, 2015 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, Tuesday, June 30, 2015 also at the church.

Helen Marie (Arend) Yosten was born August 2, 1928 in Durant, Oklahoma to Helena Marie (Rauschuber) and Nicholas J. Arend. She married Roman Lawrence Yosten and they became the proud parents of eleven children.

Known as the "Garden Lady", Helen loved working in her multiple gardens. In late fall, she spent many hours picking up pecans. Her children and grandchildren were often with her and have fond memories of days spent outdoors with picnic lunches. Helen also enjoyed the competition of card games and called for a game after many family meals. At the heart of all Helen said and did was her devotion to the Catholic faith as she trusted her life to God daily.

Helen is survived by her eleven children: Janice Zordell of Russell, KS, Ruth and husband, Pat Klement of Muenster, Maryann Sheaff of Denton, Vivian and husband, Bill Thacker of Sherman, Lanie and husband John Bartush of Muenster, Connie and husband, Rafael Nieto of Leander, TX, Christy and husband, Allen Bayer of Denton, Ann and husband, Charles Boles of Lindsay, Matthew and wife, Mary Anne Yosten of Sulphur Springs, TX, Martin Yosten of Sulphur Springs, TX, and Bernard Yosten of Sulphur Springs, TX; forty-eight grandchildren, thirty-one great-grandchildren; one great-great grandchild; sisters-in-law: Kitty Arend, Peg Arend, and Fran Arend; and brother-in-law, Buddy Yosten. She was preceded in death by her husband Roman Lawrence Yosten, sisters: Florence Rauschuber and Mary Frances Stobaugh; and her brothers: Fred, Nick, John, Richard, and William Arend.

Pallbearers were: Darren Klement, John A. Klement, Richie Yosten, John D. Bartush, Aaron Thacker, Adam Boles, Valerie Bartush, Helen Lara, Martin Brungardt, and Rafael Nieto.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Sacred Heart Trust Fund, P O Box 97, Muenster, TX 76252 or EWTN, 5817 Old Leeds Road, Irondale, AL 35210.

Virginia "Sue" Lamkin Hare

     Memorial Services for Virginia Sue Lamkin Hare, (Sue) age 79 of Saint Jo are set for 4:00 PM Sunday, June 28, 2015 at the Scott Funeral Home in Saint Jo. Sue lost her 8 year battle with Alzheimer's at 12:15 PM, Sunday, June 21, 2015 in Grace Care Center of Nocona. Services will be officiated by Ralph Gourley, Pastor of the First Baptist Church of Muenster.  The family invites you to join us to celebrate her life.

     Born on January 29, 1936, Sue was one of the 4 children of William Harvey and Lennie Delene Lamkin. She grew up near Bowie and then later moved to Saint Jo (Montague and Cooke Counties). She graduated high school from Bowie, TX.

     Sue married Thomas Preston Hare (Tommy) September 2, 1960 in Gainesville, TX. They were the parents of a son, Leslie Carl. Sue worked for the Saint Jo Bank for many years. The family lived on a cattle ranch near the Red River close to Bulcher in Cooke County.

     Sue was a loving wife, mother, and grandmother. One of her greatest joys was her granddaughter, Rachel.

     Sue is survived by her son, Leslie Carl Hare of Nocona, a granddaughter, Rachel Hare and a daughter-in-law, J’Lynn Hare Olah of Muenster; two sisters: Carol Ann Lamkin Carter of Olathe, KS, Judy Kay Lamkin Duke of Tioga, TX; and one brother, Harvey Lynn Lamkin of Muenster, TX.

     Sue was preceded in death by her husband, Thomas Preston Hare in 2013 and her parents, William Harvey Lamkin and Lennie Delene Bowerman Lamkin.

     The family requests memorials be made to the Montague County Home Hospice or the Grace Care Centers of Nocona.

Tammy Brown

     Mass of Christian Burial for Tammy Sue Brown, age 49 of Nocona, is set for 10:00 AM, Thursday, June 25, 2015 at Sacred Heart Catholic Church 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 6:00 PM, Wednesday at Scott Funeral Home of Muenster. Tammy Sue died Sunday, June 21, 2015.

     Tammy Sue (Grewing) Brown was one of nine children. She was born to Anthony Fred and Janie (Henscheid) Grewing on April 3, 1966 in Muenster. She attended and graduated Sacred Heart School and was a member of Sacred Heart Church.

     Tammy was a Certified Nurses’ Aide and worked many years as a cook at the Center restaurant. She also worked at Boeing and recently at Muenster Memorial Hospital as a dietary aide, where she made lifelong friends.

     Tammy loved spending time with her siblings and friends on their many trips to the lake camping and fishing. She loved her numerous pets, being at the river and the lake and working in her flower beds and yard. Tammy loved to cook and can vegetables from her garden. It meant so much to her to have so many people pray for her and show her so much love and support during her fight with cancer and for that she was truly grateful.

     Tammy is survived by her: husband, Billy Brown of Nocona; mother: Linda Luttmer; son, Taylor Scott-Thomas Haster of Fort Worth; sisters: Julie Ann and husband, Greg Walterscheid of Highland Village, Shawna Marie Herr of Muenster, Michelle Gray of Muenster, and Katherine Luttmer of Muenster; brothers: Tony and wife, Billie Grewing of Muenster, Jon and wife, Janette of Muenster, Kenneth and wife, Katie Grewing of Muenster and Matthew Grewing and Anna McCourry of Muenster; and seventeen nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents and grandparents.

     Pallbearers are: brothers: Tony Grewing, Jon Grewing, Kenneth Grewing, and Matthew Grewing, Godson, Eric Walterscheid, and Stepson, Michael Brown.

Clay Richerson

Funeral services for Clay Richerson, age 55 of Muenster are set for 10:00 AM, Tuesday, June 30, 2015 at First Baptist Church in Muenster with Rev. Ralph Gourley officiating. A visitation will be held from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM, Monday, June 29, 2015 at the church. A graveside service will be held at 11:00 AM, Wednesday, July 1, 2015 at Dreamland Cemetery in Canyon, Texas. Mr. Richerson died at his home on June 22, 2015.

Born on September 27, 1959 in Pampa, TX, Clay Loren Richerson was one of the three children of Dale and Venita (Cowan) Richerson. He graduated from Fritch High School in 1978 and attended West Texas State University from 1978 to 1982. He married Kenet Baker in Canyon, TX on March 12, 1983. Their two children, Kara and Ryan, were born while the family lived in Pampa, TX.

Clay received his Master’s Degree in Education from Sul Ross University in 1999. He was a coach and administrator in various Panhandle and South Plains schools during his career. His last position was Superintendent at Muenster ISD until his retirement in 2014.

Clay was an avid hunter, fisherman and golfer. He also enjoyed attending the many athletic events at Muenster ISD and cooking many hamburgers while tailgating at the Muenster football games. Clay also enjoyed preparing smoked hams for family and friends during the holidays. He was a member of First Baptist Church in Muenster.

Clay was a strong man who fought the disease of cancer for many years but finally succumbed to this disease after a long and hard fought battle.

Clay is survived by: his wife, Kenet (Baker) Richerson of Muenster; children: Kara and husband, Patrick Wyatt of Garland, TX and Ryan Richerson of Lubbock, TX; sister: Rene and husband, Joe Parker of Fritch, TX; brother, Scott and wife, Kellie Richerson of Stillwater, OK; father, Dale and wife, Edith Richerson of Fritch, TX; father-in-law and mother-in-law: Ken and Louise Baker of Canyon, TX; and sister-in-law, Kim and husband, Ron Campbell of Canyon, TX. He was preceded in death by his mother, Vernita (Cowan) Richerson.

In lieu of flowers please contribute to the American Cancer Society.

Lewis Martin

Lewis Guild Martin, 87, of Saint Jo, Texas, died Thursday, June 18, 2015.

An internment service was held at Scott Funeral Home in Saint Jo on Friday, June 19, 2015 burial followed in the Mountain Park Cemetery.  A memorial service was held in Bowie on Saturday, June 20. Both services were officiated by Pastor Joe Gambill.

Lewis Martin was born March 11, 1928 to Emmett Otis and Ruth Guild Martin in Three Sands, Oklahoma. He was a graduate of Cushing High School, the University of Texas-Austin, and Southern Methodist University.  Lewis served as a Marine and was a long-time Rotarian, and member of the Masonic lodge.  Lewis worked for many years as a real-estate appraiser in the Dallas metroplex.

He is survived by his wife of 52 years, Lucie (Meador) Martin; a daughter, Sarah (Martin) Naper (and husband, Matthew), in Buda; a son, Thomas Martin (and wife, Melissa), in Henrietta; a son, Michael Martin (and wife, Laurie), in St. Jo; a brother, John Martin (and wife, Shirley), in Camas, WA; a brother-in-law, William Thomas Meador, in St. Jo; a sister-in-law, Martha Martin, in Antrim, NH; four grandchildren (Emma, Grace, Callie, and Samuel); and numerous nieces and nephews.

Memorials may be made to First Presbyterian Church, Bowie, TX or to the Saint Jo Public Library.

Daniel (Danny) Smith, Jr.

  A graveside service for Daniel “Danny” Smith, Jr. is set for 2:00 PM, Friday, June 19, 2015 at Fair View Cemetery in Gainesville, TX with Rev. Sam Campbell officiating and under the direction of Scott Funeral Home in Saint Jo. Danny died in a hospital in Lexington, KY on Tuesday, June 16, 2015.

  Danny was born August 5, 1959 in Electra, TX. He was the only son of Daniel and Evelyn (Roberson) Smith. Danny was raised in Gainesville and after graduating from high school, he obtained Computer Operations Certificate from Texas State Technical College. He worked for IBM for a number of years and that job took him to Lexington, KY where he chose to make his home. He later went into business for himself as a photographer, a profession he dearly loved. He was an avid reader and loved many subjects. Danny loved to write and took a writing course. He wrote a lot of short stories and shared them with his friends.

  Danny was richly blessed with many friends in his chose home of Lexington. He considered them his family. He is survived by his cousins and many loving friends. He was preceded in death by his parents, Daniel and Evelyn (Roberson) Smith.

Delanne Marie Walterscheid

      Mass of Christian Burial for Delanne Marie Walterscheid, age 52 of Muenster is set for 10:00 AM, Wednesday, June 10, 2015 at Sacred Heart Catholic Church with Father Ken Robinson officiating. Burial will follow in Sacred Heart Cemetery under the direction of Scott Funeral Home in Muenster. A Rosary and Vigil will be held at 7:00 PM, Tuesday, June 9, 2015 at the church. Mrs. Walterscheid died Saturday, June 6, 2015.
       Delanne Marie Walterscheid was born January 23, 1963 in Rockwall, Texas. She leaves behind husband, Bert Walterscheid of Muenster, daughters: Kendra Walterscheid of Muenster, Emily and Daniel Fuhrmann of Muenster, Gayle and Chris Bevers of Muenster; and son, Justin Walterscheid of Muenster. She also leaves behind two granddaughters: Kylee Walterscheid and Kate Fuhrmann; two grandsons: Ethan Bevers and Colt Walterscheid; brother, Brad Walterscheid of Waxahachie and sister, Michele Green of Waxahachie. She was preceded in death by her parents, Delbert and Gerrie (Trubenbach) Walterscheid.
       In 1981, at the beginning of her senior year, Delanne was injured in a vehicle accident, which left her a quadriplegic. She married Bert Walterscheid on May 23, 1988.
     Although she was in a wheelchair the rest of her life, she never let it slow her down. When her daughter, Kendra, started showing goats with 4H, Delanne could be seen in her electric wheelchair so that Bert would not have to push her.
     Delanne loved helping out at the Muenster Volunteer Fire Department, where Bert is the Fire Chief. She helped run the auction for 18 years raising thousands of dollars. She was the treasurer of the local Catholic Life branch.
     Even though Delanne seemed to always be busy, her kids came before anyone. She loved camping and fishing anywhere but especially Red River, NM.
     Delanne will be truly missed by anyone who ever met her.
     Pallbearers were the Muenster Volunteer Fire Department. The family requests memorials be made to the Muenster Volunteer Fire Department.

Kenneth "Kenny" Michael Yosten

    1951 - 2015

     Mass of Christian Burial for Kenneth “Kenny” Michael Yosten, age 64 of Muenster was held 10:00 AM, Saturday, May 23, 2015 at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Muenster with Father Ken Robinson officiating. Burial followed at Sacred Heart Cemetery under the direction of Scott Funeral Home in Muenster. A Rosary and Vigil was held at 6:00 PM, Friday, May 22, 2015 at the funeral home. Mr. Yosten died Wednesday, May 21, 2015.

     Kenny, one of the nine boys of Werner John and Frances (Bengfort) Yosten, was born March 2, 1951 in Gainesville. After graduating from Muenster ISD in 1969, he went to work for Wilde Chevrolet in Muenster which helped begin his lifelong career in auto repair. After moving to Plano, he went to work as the Parts Manager for Lange Jaguar and later for Crest Cadillac of Plano. Kenny loved to go fishing and work on cars in his spare time.

     Kenny is survived by his mother, Frances Yosten of Muenster; brothers: Danny and wife, Patricia Jo Yosten of Ohio, Steve and wife, Janice Yosten of Muenster, Chris Yosten of Muenster, Ronald Yosten of Muenster, Mark and wife, Danette Yosten of Wylie, James and wife, Susan Yosten of Muenster, and Joseph and wife, Michele Yosten of Valley View; and numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his father, Werner Yosten and his brother, Jerome Yosten.

     Pallbearers were Caleb Yosten, Adam Yosten, Matthew Yosten, Aarron Yosten, Bradley Yosten, Jeremy Yosten, Nick Yosten, Jonathan Yosten, and Andrew Yosten.

Floyd Tolbert Rains

     1941 - 2015

     A visitation for Floyd Rains, age 73 of Montague, Texas is set for 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM, Saturday, May 16, 2015 at the Scott Funeral Home in Saint Jo. Mr. Rains died at his home on May 12, 2015.

     One of seven children, Floyd was born in Lexington, Oklahoma on August 19, 1941 to George and Emmie (Davis) Rains. He was a simple man with simple ways, where a man’s handshake was all he needed to seal a deal. He had a great love and admiration for all horses and several throughout his life. We would personally like to thank those old farmers and ranchers that he had biscuits and gravy with every morning at Dairy Queen for being such good friends to our dad and last but not least, the love of his life Joan Maxwell – God bless you all for just being his friend. Dad was a wonderful man with a huge heart and will be missed forever.

     “Get on that horse and ride like the wind.”

     Floyd is survived by his daughters: Debbie and husband, Adrian Moore of Montague, Linda Clark of Dallas, and Traci and husband, Ty Carter of Montague; sons: Richard and wife, Shawna Erwin of Indiana and Chris Rains of Florida; numerous granddaughters, grandsons, great granddaughters, great grandsons, nieces and nephews; siblings: Georgia, Leo and wife, Mary, and Donny and wife, Phyllis. He was preceded in death by his parents, sister, Emily Farrow, brothers: Gerald Rains and Carl Rains, and son, James Erwin.

Irene Eva Luttmer Sicking

     1921 - 2015

     A Mass of Christian Burial for Irene Eva Luttmer Sicking is set for 10:00 AM, Monday, May 11, 2015 at Sacred Heart Catholic Church with Father Ken Robinson officiating. Burial will follow in Sacred Heart Cemetery under the direction of Scott Funeral Home in Muenster. A Rosary & Vigil will be held at 7:00 PM, Sunday, May 10, 2015 at the funeral home in Muenster. Mrs. Sicking died Friday, May 8, 2015.
     Mrs. Sicking was born in Gainesville on November 11, 1921 to John and Mary Luttmer. She was a simple and quiet woman who was a hard worker. She loved flowers, gardens, animals and working on a dairy farm.
     She is survived by her: daughter, Doris and husband Cecil Hermes of Sherman; son, Don Sicking of Myra; three grandchildren: JoAnn Beaty, Doug Hermes, and Gina Robinson; six great grandchildren: DeAnn Beaty, Jalaina Beaty, Brittany Beaty, Luke Robinson, Anthony Robinson, and Rachel Hermes; and two great great-grandchildren: Taylor and Parker Skipworth. She was preceded in death by her parents, John and Mary Luttmer; husband, Alfred Sicking; sisters: Gertie and Elsie; brothers: Arthur, Joe, and Leonard Luttmer; daughter, Lynette and son, Alvin.
     Pallbearers were: Riley Beaty, Cliff Sicking, Keneth Sicking, David Sicking, Jimmy Mosman, and Don Mosman.

Agnella "Nellie" Ann Martin

     1923 - 2015

     Funeral services for Agnella "Nellie" Martin, 91 of Muenster are set for 10 A.M., Saturday May 9, 2015, at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Muenster, with Fr. Ken Robinson officiating. Burial will follow at the Sacred Heart Cemetery under the direction of Scott Funeral Home of Muenster. Visitation and Rosary is set for 5 P.M. Friday, May 8, 2015 at the funeral home.
     Mrs. Martin died May 6, 2015 in Denton. She was born on August 28, 1923, on the Pels Farm northwest of Muenster. She married Lawrence Martin on August 27, 1947 at Sacred Heart Church.
     Nellie was a cook at the Sacred Heart lunch room for 39 years retiring in 2003. She was a member of the Saint Anne's Society and the VFW Auxiliary. Her hobbies included crocheting, bird watching, cooking and baking, playing games, listening to the Rustler's Band, and spending time with her grandchildren.
     Nellie is survived by her: children: Douglas Martin and wife Laura of Myra, Ernest Martin and wife Laneta of Muenster, and Estelle Gilpin and husband Ike of Lindsay; grandchildren Joey Martin and wife Jeanie of Gainesville, Yvonne Sandmann & husband Nathan of Valley View, Crystal Bryant and husband Adam of Valley View, Ronnie Ray Whitford and wife Tabatha of Crowley, Josh Whitford and wife Patti of Burkburnett, and Pete Abbott of Atlanta, Georgia; great grandchildren Caleb and Chloe Sandmann, Kenzie Stapelton, Wes Abbott, Tara Abbott. Toby and Zoey Whitford, Aspen, Kady, Hayden and Chayce Whitford, and Parish Whitford; 7 great-great grandchildren; her sister, Clara Walterscheid, and sister-in-law Regina Pels. Nellie was preceded in death by her husband Lawrence Martin; parents Henry and Anna Lummel Pels; sisters: Theresa Muller, Marie Knauf, Esther Weske, Sister Imelda Pels, and Leona Pels; brothers Ed and Henry Pels, and grandson, Russell Abbott.
     Pallbearers were: Joey Martin, Nathan Sandmann, Leon Knauf, Dave Muller, James Walterscheid, and Milton Knauf. Honorary pallbearers were Caleb Sandmann and Chloe Sandmann.

Melinda Carol Giffen

     1959 - 2015

     A memorial service for Melinda Carol Giffen, age 55 of Saint Jo was held 11:00 AM, Saturday, May 2, 2015 at the First Baptist Church in Saint Jo. Ms. Giffen died Tuesday, April 28, 2015.
     Melinda Carol Giffen was born June 22, 1959 to Robert and Marilyn Giffen in Sherman, Texas. She was the oldest of six children. Her father’s time in the military resulted in the family relocating several times before moving to Saint Jo when she was 10. She graduated from Saint Jo High School in 1977. She became a mother in 1979 with the birth of her daughter, Traci. In 1981, she attended nursing school at Bethesda School of Nursing in Wichita Falls. She relocated Ft. Worth in 1985, where she raised her daughter. For 13 years she was able to care for people through the field of nursing. She then pursued other avenues of benevolence. She worked for the All Church Home for Children, then the Union Gospel Mission serving the homeless. She worked at Sagamore Hill Baptist church as the Children’s director, and in the last years of her life she served those in need as a case manager for the Department of Human Services in Gainesville, Texas. Melinda took great joy in serving others. During her time as the Children’s Director at Sagamore Hill, she was able to serve numerous children and their families. She was genuinely interested and involved in helping all those around her reach their potential. In 2007, she reunited with an old friend John Reed. The two of them devoted their lives to each other. With this union Melinda gained another daughter, Davida Larkin. She was exceptionally creative and talented. She enjoyed arts and crafts, and in particular, crocheting afghans which she often gave to people she loved as gifts. She enjoyed her work and her family. Melinda loved John, her children and grandchildren with all her being. She loved everyone.
     Melinda is survived by the love of her life John Reed, daughters: Traci Wright, and her husband Karl and Davida Larkin and her husband Nick; grandchildren: Thad, Nathan, Katie, and Orion; sisters: Pamela Cavaness and her husband Ryan and Shirley Giffen; brothers: Paul Giffen and his wife Sharon and Ronny Giffen and his wife Carol, as well and numerous aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents, and her brother David Giffen. Melinda touched lives and was loved by many. She will be deeply missed. In lieu of flowers, please make a donation to CASA of Gainesville, TX, or the charity benefiting children of your choice.

Ethel Catherine Knabe Hennigan Bayer

     1939 - 2015
     Mass of Christian Burial for Ethel Catherine Knabe Hennigan Bayer, age 76 of Muenster is set for 10:00 AM, Saturday, May 2, 2015 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 5:00 PM, Friday, May 1, 2015. Mrs. Bayer died Tuesday, April 28, 2015.
     Ethel was born on February 1, 1939 in Muenster, the second of the eight children of Robert and Elizabeth (Schroeder) Knabe, Sr. She graduated from Sacred Heart Catholic School in 1957 and married Fred Hennigan, Jr. on June 15, 1957 in Sacred Heart Church. The children attended Muenster schools and Saint Jo schools. Ethel worked in various jobs, lingerie factory in Saint Jo, Texas Bar, Muenster Dress Factory, Corley’s Grocery Store in Saint Jo, the Saint Jo Nursing Home and St. Richard’s Villa Nursing Home in Muenster. She was an active participant in Sacred Heart Church as a Eucharistic minister in the church and the nursing home. She was a member of the Muenster VFW Auxiliary #6205 and the Saint Anne’s Society, and Alter Society of Sacred Heart Church. She loved wild flowers and harvested them and tossed them in different country areas. She also liked birds, especially red birds and hummingbirds. She had a special way with the ill and elderly people and especially taking care of her deceased husband and father in the illness. She then married Daniel Bayer on October 21, 2000 in Sacred Heart Church and they made their home in Muenster.
     Mrs. Bayer is survived by her husband, Danny Bayer of Muenster; daughters: Diane Splawn of Muenster and Darlene and Gary Willett of Bowie; son, Billy Hennigan of Saint Jo; thirteen grandchildren: Leroy, Daniel, Samuel, Mathew, Conrad, Lydia, Joseph, Misty, Kristi, Bridget, Fred, Lauren, and Wade; eleven great grandchildren: Katie, Kylie, KK, Kylar, Keegan, Karman, Brookelyn, Brylie, and Baylie; sisters: Frances and Arthur Bayer of Muenster, Kathleen and Charles Hamilton of Myra, Mary and Billy Jack Deberry of Sherman, Barbara and Alfred Hacker of Valley View; brothers: Robert, Jr. and Rose Knabe of Alabama and Charles and Flora Mae Knabe of Muenster. She was preceded in death by her first husband Fred Hennigan, Jr., parents, Robert and Elizabeth (Schroeder) Knabe, Sr., son, Bobby Hennigan, and her brother Anthony (Tony) Knabe. Pallbearers were: Fred Ellis, Leroy Willett, Daniel Willett, Samuel Willet, Mathew Willet, and Conrad Willet. Honorary pallbearers were: Joseph Hennigan and Wade Trubenbach.

Harry Scoggins

     1930 - 2015

          Mass of Christian Burial for Harry Scoggins, age 84 of Muenster are set for 10:00 AM, Friday, April 24, 2015 at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Muenster with burial to follow in Sacred Heart Cemetery under the direction of Scott Funeral Home of Muenster. A Rosary/Vigil will be held at 7:00 PM, Thursday, April 23, 2015 at the funeral home in Muenster. Mr. Scoggins died Tuesday, April 21, 2015.

     Harry L. Scoggins was born in Eastland, Texas on June 24, 1930 to Walter L. and Nettie (Webster) Scoggins as the only son of the four children. He grew up in Vernon until the family was transferred to Muenster in 1948. Harry served in the National Guard and later the United States Army. After his honorable discharge from the service, he went to work in the oil field until he later began working for AMPI. In 1992, Harry retired from full time work but continued working part time until 1997.
     On May 29, 1953, Harry married Anna Grace “Snooks” Herr. They became the proud parents of two children, Bobby and Vicki. Snooks died in May 1986 after a lengthy illness. Harry married Harriet Otto Pagel on February 20, 1987.
Harry enjoyed running, even running in seven triathlons. He came in third place in his age division in the German Fun Run of 1988. Harry was a member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church. He and Harriet enjoyed square dancing, going to the lake and traveling in the motor home.
     Harry is survived by: his wife, Harriet Otto Pagel Scoggins of Muenster; daughter: Vicki Lynn Scoggins and Jay Evans of Gordonville, Texas; sons: Bobby Scoggins and Doris of Myra, Texas, Darrell Pagel and Nancy of Muenster, Carl Pagel and Abbey of San Jacinto, California, and Curtis Pagel and Rhonda of Muenster; seventeen grandchildren, eleven great grandchildren, and his sister, Juanita Rogers of Pampa, Texas. He was preceded in death by his parents, Walter L. and Nettie (Webster) Scoggins, wife, Anna Grace “Snooks” Herr Scoggins, and sisters, Ganelle Barrier and Yvonne Hanza.
     Pallbearers were: Tyler Pagel, Willie Scoggins, Jeremy Scoggins, Chris Shurbert, Fred Gugliemelli, Lenny Haverkamp, Mike Blankenship, and Harold Flusche.

Arnold "J Bird" Barnes

     1936 - 2015

     Arnold J. Barnes, known as “J Bird” was a wonderful husband, father, Paw Paw and friend. He was born in Sunset, Texas on November 22, 1936 to Vernon and Dorothy (Arnold) Barnes. J worked at the Fort Worth Stock Yards for many years. He worked at the Arlington Plant General Motors for 28 years and retired in 1992. He loved to fish in Port Aransas and hunt deer in Colorado. He was a farmer, growing watermelons and loved his ranch, where he raised cattle, and fed wild turkey and deer. J was a Christian and was baptized at the Fellowship Baptist Church in Fort Worth, Texas. He left us to go live with his sweet Jesus on April 6, 2015 at the age of 78.
     J Bird is survived by: his wife, Margaret Barnes of Saint Jo; daughters: Deborah and husband, Dale Kuykendall of Decatur and Sherri Clayton and husband, Tom Nolte of Keller; sons: Rickey Jay Barnes of Azle and Troy and wife, Shannon Grant of Richardson; nine grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren; sisters: Genell and husband, Gorden Wade of Forestburg, Ann and husband, Wayne Jackson of Alvord, and Mary and husband, Jerry McKeever of Chico; and his brother Don and wife, Robin Barnes of Sunset. He was preceded in death by his parents, Vernon and Dorothy (Arnold) Barnes, his first wife, Charlene Wade Barnes, and his brother, Edgar Barnes.
     Pallbearers were: Brad Barnes, Landon Kuykendall, Jeff McKeever, Johnny McKeever, David Jackson, Heath Barnes, Jason Barnes, and Jerry Dunaway.
     Funeral services will be held at 2:00 PM, Friday, April 10, 2015 at First Baptist Church in Alvord with Rev. Bill Cleveland and Rev. Charles Reed officiating. Burial will follow in Pleasant Hill Cemetery in Sunset, TX under the direction of Scott Funeral Home of Saint Jo. A visitation will be held from Thursday, 7:00 PM to 8:00 PM at the funeral home in Saint Jo. 

Rosalie Cox

     1920 - 2015

     Mass of Christian Burial for Rosalie Margaret (Schmitz) Cox, age 94 of Muenster, was held at 10:00 AM, Wednesday, March 4, 2015 at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Muenster with Father Ken Robinson officiating. Burial followed in Sacred Heart Cemetery under the direction of Scott Funeral Home in Muenster. A Rosary/Vigil was held at 6:00 PM, Tuesday, March 3, 2015 at Scott Funeral Home in Muenster. Ms. Cox died Sunday, March 1, 2015 in Gainesville, Texas.
     Born to John and Mary (Bezner) Schmitz on March 11, 1920, Rosalie was one eight children.
     Rosalie is survived by: sister, Marcy and husband, Ray Wilde of Muenster, brother Lee Roy Schmitz of Valley View, sister-in-law, Jennie Schmitz of Dallas and numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents, John and Mary (Bezner) Schmitz; brothers: Leonard Schmitz, Freddy and wife, Oleta Schmitz, Johnny Schmitz; sisters: Gertie and husband, Al, Horn and Sally and husband, Butch, Thimer.
     Pallbearers were: Mike Schmitz, Bob Schmitz, Gregg Wilde, Dan Wilde, Joe Schmitz, and Kevin Schmitz.

Richard Joseph Hesse

     1944 - 2015

     Mass of Christian Burial for Richard Joseph Hesse, age 70 of Lewisville, is set for 11:00 AM Tuesday, March 10, 2015 at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Muenster. A Rosary/Vigil will be held 7:00 PM, Monday, March 9, 2015 at Scott Funeral Home in Muenster. Richard died on March 6, 2015.
Born on August 18, 1944, Richard Joseph Hesse was one of the seven children born to Meinrad and Ida (Walterscheid) Hesse. He married the love of his life, Janis Sue (Fitzhugh) Hesse and they became the proud parents of three daughters.
     Richard was a devoted husband, father and grandfather. He was reliable, honest, hardworking and always helpful to everyone he met. He was loved by many and he will be deeply missed.
     Richard is survived by his wife, Janis Sue (Fitzhugh) Hesse of Lewisville; his daughters: Carol and husband, Bryce, Chapman of Corinth, Melinda Nelson of Krum, and Jenny and husband, Robby, Hayes of Corinth; eight grandchildren: Lara Hesse, Lorna Hesse, Bradley, Patrick, and Ryan Hesse, Riliegh Nelson, Meagan and Ashley Hayes; three great-grandchildren: Jaiden, Isaac, and Olivia; brothers: Tommy and wife, Lucille, Hesse, Johnny and wife, Geri, Hesse; sisters: Suzanne and husband, Tom, Williams, Eileen and husband, Glen George, and Mary Hesse; sister-in-law: Dorothy Hesse; and numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, Meinrad and Ida (Walterscheid) Hesse, and his brother, Paul Hesse.
     Pallbearers were: Bryce Chapman, Robby Hayes, Bradley Chapman, Patrick Chapman, Ryan Chapman, Tommy Hesse, Johnny Hesse, and Doyle Fitzhugh.
     In Lieu of Flowers: His family requests that in lieu of flowers, donations are sent to the VA medical centers. http://www.volunteer.va.gov/apps/VolunteerNow/ 

Meinard Alcuin Yosten

     1935 - 2015

     Memorial Mass for Meinard Alcuin Yosten is set for 10:00 AM, Tuesday, March 3, 2015 at Sacred Heart Catholic Church. A Rosary and Vigil will be held at 6:00 PM, Monday, March 2, 2015 at Scott Funeral Home in Muenster. A private family burial will follow at a later date. Mr. Yosten died at his home in Muenster on February 28, 2015.
     Born November 3, 1935 in Muenster, Meinard was one of the seven children born to Nick and Rosa (Hesse) Yosten. He was a lifelong resident of Muenster and a graduate of Sacred Heart School.
     Meinard was inducted into the US Marine Corp on May 31, 1954 in San Diego, Camp Pendleton, California. He served 24 months at the US Naval Air Station in Alsugi, Japan and was honorably discharged on April 14, 1958.
     Meinard is survived by his sisters: Polly Spires of Gainesville and Armella Cler of Muenster; his brother, Nick and wife Marian Yosten of Hereford, Texas; his sisters-in-law: Francis Yosten of Muenster and Magdelan Yosten of Muenster. He was preceded in death by his parents, Nick and Rosa (Hesse) Yosten, and his brothers, Tony, Werner and Herbie Yosten.
     Honorary pallbearers were his nieces and nephews.

Terri Lynn Schutta Krueger

     1953 - 2015 

     A memorial service for Terri Krueger, age 61 of Muenster, will be held 2:00 PM, Saturday, February 21, 2015 at the Rosston United Methodist Church in Rosston, Texas with Rev. Larry Krueger officiating. A visitation will be held following the service at the church. A private family burial will be held at the Rosston Cemetery at a later date. Terri died at her home on February 5, 2015.

     Terri was born on March 28, 1953 in Plymouth, Wisconsin. She grew up in Milwaukee and in 1971 the family moved to Cedarburg, Wisconsin where she finished high school. The following year she began to work at Milwaukee Mutual Insurance. On October 21, 1972, Terri met Mark Krueger and on September 28, 1974 they were married. Early in 1975, Terri and Mark moved to Texas and on September 12, 1978, they were blessed with twin daughters, Kelly & Tracy. Nine years later they were blessed with a son, Bradley. In early 1987, Terri, Mark and their family moved to California where Mark ran a Vermeer Equipment Dealership and Terri continued to raise their family. In late 1989, the family returned to Texas. Over the next 29 years Terri saw her daughters and son happily married and she was blessed with four grandchildren.

     In 2011, Terri and Mark moved to Muenster, Texas to prepare a home for their life together as a retired couple. Terri’s passing occurred before Mark was able to retire but before she left she told Mark to continue to build their dream, and that she would be looking in on him.

     Terri will be fondly remembered by her family and many friends, as a warm and giving person with a wonderful sense of humor and a constant smile, who loved her Lord and her church.
     Terri is survived by her: husband, Mark Krueger of Muenster; her daughters and spouses: Kelly and Ray Miller of Montgomery, Texas and Tracy and Jake Allred of Fort Worth, Texas; son: Brad and Lindsey Krueger of Gilmer, Texas; four grandchildren: Kaelynn and Brayden Miller and Hayden and Declan Allred; half-sister, Doris Miller of Las Vegas, Nevada; and half-brother, David Young of Sun City, California. She was preceded in death by her parents, Jerome and Judith (Wolever) Schutta.

     The family requests in lieu of flowers that memorial donations be made to Cooke County Hospice or Rosston United Methodist Church.

Coy Mosley

     1923 - 2015

     Funeral services for Coy Mosley, age 92 of Saint Jo, are set for 11:00 AM, Saturday, February 21, 2015 at First Baptist Church of Saint Jo with Rev. Duane McClure and Rev. Jeff Roe officiating. Burial will follow in Mountain Park Cemetery in Saint Jo under the direction of Scott Funeral Home of Saint Jo. A visitation is set for 6:00 to 7:30 PM, Friday, February 20, 2015 at the funeral home in Saint Jo. Mr. Mosley died Wednesday, February 18, 2015 in a Wichita Falls hospital.
     One of two sons, Coy Edward Mosley was born on January 22, 1923 in Bonita, Texas to John and Maud (Holmes) Mosley. He graduated in 1940 from Saint Jo High School. On December 29, 1945, Coy married the love of his life, Mary Nell Lawson at the First Baptist Church in Saint Jo. They were the proud parents of two daughters, Rebecca and Jeaton.
     In 1985, Coy retired at the age of 62 from Atlantic Richfield Oil Company where he had worked for 30 years. He was a member of the Masonic Lodge in Saint Jo and the Saint Jo Riding Club where he held many positions, including Vice President. Coy was also a long time member of the First Baptist Church in Saint Jo. He will be missed by all those who knew and loved him!
     Coy is survived by his wife of 69 years, Mary Nell (Lawson) Mosley of Saint Jo; daughters: Rebecca Harris of Saint Jo and Jeaton and husband, Roger Russell of Nocona; grandchildren: Holly Harris-Bayer and husband, Brandon Bayer of Lindsay and Kyle Russell of Nocona; and three great-grandchildren: Macy Bayer, Maverick Bayer and Tennyson Bayer all of Lindsay. He was preceded in death by his parents, John and Maud (Holmes) Mosley, his brother, John Vaudrey Mosley and his son-in-law, Prentis L. “Van” Harris.
     Pallbearers were: Brandon Bayer, Kyle Russell, Jerry Raymond, Jimmy Raymond, Dudley Sparkman, Leeton Phillips, and Doug Gaston. Honorary pallbearers were Roy Lawler and David Cooke.

Kenneth James Hampton

     1943 - 2015

     Kenneth (Ken) Hampton, 71, of Montague, Texas, son of Milton and Dorothy Hampton, passed away February 14th at Bowie Memorial Hospital. Ken had battled lung cancer for the past 4 years and had been in remission since 2012. Although he had been cancer free, he ultimately succumbed to cardiovascular disease while recovering from knee replacement surgery.
     Ken is survived by his mother, Dorothy Hampton, and six children: daughter Renee Lorenz of Dallas, daughter Kerri Gerrie and husband Jay of Austin, son Kelly Hampton and wife Amy of Dallas, daughter Belinda Lacey and husband Perry of Kemp, son James Hampton and wife Stacie of Carrollton, and daughter Lisa Medina of Frisco. He is also survived by ten grandchildren: Leslie Tibbs, Ashley Bosworth; Andrew Gerrie, Elizabeth Gerrie, Adam Gerrie, Anna Grace Gerrie; Emma Hampton & Ellis Charles Hampton; Tiffany Grubbs; Matthew Medina; and one great grandchild, Cayden Grubbs.
     Ken was born and raised in Dallas where he played high school football at Woodrow Wilson High School. He enjoyed his years living in Dallas but moved to the family farm in Montague, where he could embrace the outdoors. He loved sharing fond memories of his youth and especially liked making others laugh with his quick wit and good sense of humor. Ken never met a stranger and always had that amazing smile. You could not find a bigger Dallas Cowboys fan, or O.U. fan. He loved talking about football, the weather, politics, wildlife, car racing and the wonders of outer space.
     He will be greatly missed by all his family and friends.
     Services will be held at 11:00 AM Friday, February 20th at the United Methodist Church in Montague with Senior Pastor Larry Coleman officiating. Interment will follow at the Montague Cemetery. Visitation will be held at 10:00 AM Friday at the church.