Obituaries

Brad Boyd

Brad Boyd

Sep 26, 2025

John Bradley Boyd, lovingly known as Brad, passed away on September 26, 2025, in Rio Vista, Texas. He was 55 years old.

Brad lived a life overflowing with love, laughter, and devotion. At the center of his world was Kathleen, the love of his life and his truest companion. Together they built not just a home, but a life rich with...

David Valdez

David Valdez

Oct 6, 2025

A memorial service celebrating the life of David Valdez, 62, of Alvarado, Texas will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, October 18, 2025, in the Rosser Funeral Home Chapel with Pastor Gary Burkins officiating.

David passed away on Monday, October 6, 2025 at his home. He was born in Fort Sill, Oklahoma on April 29, 1963, the son of Odilia (Hinojosa)...

Jessie Word

Jessie Word

Sep 2, 2025

A Celebration of Life for Jessie Word will begin at 6 p.m. Saturday, October 18, 2025, at his family home, 9908 Hilltop Drive, Cleburne, TX 76033.

Murphy Fannin

Murphy Fannin

Oct 8, 2025

Murphy Hillen Fannin, age 85, passed away peacefully at his home in Tolar, Texas, on October 8th, 2025. Born on March 14th, 1940, Murphy dedicated his life to God, to his family, and to his community.

Murphy was a shining light in the lives of all who had the privilege of knowing him. His journey on this earth was one marked...

Cecil Ellis

Cecil Ellis

Oct 5, 2025

Services for Cecil Elvin Ellis, 82, of Cleburne, Texas will be conducted at 3 p.m. Friday, October 10, 2025, in the Rosser Funeral Home Chapel.

A visitation for family and friends will be held from 6 - 8 p.m. Thursday, October 9, 2025, at Rosser Funeral Home.

Cecil Ellis passed away Sunday, October 5, 2025, in Fort Worth, Texas. He was born...

Johanne Echols

Johanne Echols

Sep 30, 2025

Johanne (Jo) Echols, age 95 of Paducah, KY, passed away September 30, 2025. Born in Dallas, TX and raised in Marks, MS, Jo graduated from Mississippi State University from the School of Business. She was member of the Chi Omega Sorority and a cheerleader for the MSU football team. She worked several years for Union Carbide and later for Crawford...

Cecil May

Cecil May

Sep 28, 2025

Cecil May, of Alvarado, Texas, passed away Sunday, September 28, 2025, at 92 years of age.

Cecil was born in Berrien Springs, Michigan to Ashley Manning May and Anna Hanna Kerton May. He had one sister, Frances Bartlett, who was sixteen years his senior.

He proudly served his country in the United States Army during the Korean War after marrying the love...

Jean Jaggars

Jean Jaggars

Sep 28, 2025

Melva Jean Boswell Jaggars passed peacefully from this world on September 28, 2025, in Cleburne, Texas where she had resided for 66 years. She was born on January 7, 1935, in Whitney, Texas and was 90 years old.

Jean graduated from Whitney High School in 1951 at the age of 16. Immediately after graduating, she moved to Fort Worth and...

Jean Priest

Jean Priest

Sep 28, 2025

Funeral services for Della Jean Priest, 94, of Joshua, Texas will be conducted at 10 a.m. Thursday, October 2, 2025, in the Rosser Funeral Home Chapel with Pastor Carlos Craig officiating. Burial will follow in Keene Cemetery with Kristopher Priest, Michael Priest, Malcom Lewis, Tyler Lewis, Scott Lewis, Bradley Ecord, Jonathan Priest, and Austen Ecord serving as pallbearers.

Jean Priest passed...

Antonia Terronez

Antonia Terronez

Sep 27, 2025

Antonia Reyna Terronez, a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, entered into eternal rest at the age of 73 on September 27, 2025. She passed away peacefully in Alvarado, Texas, surrounded by the love of her family.

Antonia was born on August 2, 1952, in Brownsville, Texas, to Ysidro Reyna and Anita Garza. From a young age, she was known...

Marsha Sue Hale Newton

Marsha Sue Hale Newton

Sep 24, 2025

Funeral services for Marsha Sue Hale Newton, 72, of Cleburne, Texas will be conducted at 10:00 A.M., Monday, September 29, 2025 in the Nolan River Road Baptist Church with Pastor Mikey Pesqueda officiating. Committal services will follow at 3:00 P.M. in Perrin Memorial Gardens in Perrin, Texas in Jack County with Kyle Ellis, Neal Flippin, Nick Menchaca, Michael Martin, Frank...

Sandra Kay Beavers

Sandra Kay Beavers

Sep 22, 2025

Graveside services for Sandra Kay Beavers, 81, of Cleburne, Texas will be held at 10:30 a.m. Friday, September 26, 2025, at Rosehill Cemetery with Chaplain Toni Oliver officiating.

Mrs. Beavers passed away on Monday, September 22, 2025, at her home. 

She was born in Paris, Texas on June 28, 1944, the daughter of Edna (Higdon) and Houston Wickersham.

Mrs. Beavers retired from Tarrant...

H. J. "Jim" Rosser

H. J. "Jim" Rosser

Sep 19, 2025

H.J. “Jim” Rosser, 92, of Kerrville, Texas, passed away peacefully on September 19, 2025, surrounded by family and friends.

Jim was a man of uncommon resolve. Whatever he set his mind to, he made real. From the football field with the Texas Longhorns to the skies as a Navy pilot, from flying for Braniff and teaching with American Airlines to real...

Dolores Rodriguez Garcia

Dolores Rodriguez Garcia

Sep 17, 2025

Dolores Rodriguez Garcia, 45, of Rio Vista, Texas, passed away on Wednesday, September 17, 2025, in Fort Worth, Texas.

She was born on April 4, 1980, in Mexico, the daughter of Lucina Martinez and Lucas Rivera. Dolores will be remembered as a devoted wife, mother, and grandmother whose warmth, strength, and kindness touched the lives of everyone around her.

She leaves behind...

Travis Eugene "Gene" Jernigan

Travis Eugene "Gene" Jernigan

Sep 12, 2025

Travis Eugene "Gene" Jernigan, 83, of Godley, Texas, passed away Friday September 12, 2025 at his home. Gene dedicated more than 65 years to public service, agriculture, and community leadership. He retired as Vice President of External Relations for TXU Business Services after 37 years, he also served in Austin for the 67th-84th Legislative Sessions. A proud graduate of Godley...

Margie White

Margie White

Sep 12, 2025

Margie L. White, 87, of Cleburne, Texas, a beloved daughter, sister, aunt, and grandmother, passed away peacefully on Friday, September 12, 2025 at Ridgeview Village Nursing Home. No services are scheduled at this time.

Born on January 27, 1938 in Hill County, Texas, she lived a long and joyful life. Margie enjoyed spending time with her family and she loved to...

Danny Kennedy

Danny Kennedy

Sep 10, 2025

Danny Ray Kennedy, 63, of Cleburne, Texas passed away Wednesday, September 10, 2025, at his home, surrounded by his loved ones. There are no services planned at this time.

Danny Kennedy was born in Cleburne on February 12, 1962, to parents Melba (Fulfer) and Bill Kennedy. He married Rhonda Haywood on December 31, 1984, in Cleburne.

He was a salesman for his...

Craig Preissinger

Craig Preissinger

Sep 9, 2025

With heavy hearts, we share the passing of Craig Michael Preissinger, who left this world far too soon.Craig loved deeply and lived with a kindness that touched everyone who knew him. A true artist, he found joy in painting and drawing, in caring for his beloved cats and plants, and in the wonder of science fiction. He was happiest surrounded...

Christine Pfeiffer Allison

Christine Pfeiffer Allison

Sep 5, 2025

Cradled in the comforting and warm arms of her Lord, Christine Pfeiffer Allison, 47, passed away Friday, September 5, 2025 at Fort Worth Harris Hospital.

She is survived by her adopted daughters, Hannah (13), Emma (11), Cherilyn (8) and her father, Bill Pfeiffer (81), and his wife Jo Evelyn of Cleburne, Texas. Jo's son Richard Sikes and wife Kimberly Sikes also...

Harry Brewer

Harry Brewer

Sep 2, 2025

Ronnie Brewer, 84, of Covington, Texas passed away Tuesday, September 2, 2025, in Cleburne, Texas.

A visitation for family and friends will be held from 6 - 8 p.m. Friday, September 5, 2025, at Rosser Funeral Home.

Ronnie was born in central Tennessee on July 10, 1941. Ronnie grew up in the backwoods of Tennessee. His passions in life were being outdoors,...