Obituaries

Jul 27, 2023

Ruth Ann McCallister age 92, of Kopperl, passed away on July 27, 2023 in Clifton Texas.

Visitation will be held at Lawson Funeral Home on Sunday, July 30, 2023 from 6:00 until 8:00P.M. Graveside services will be held on July 31, 2023 at 10:00 AM at Kopperl Cemetery. Bro. Richard Creech will officiate.

Ruth Ann...

Jul 4, 2023

Mary Jo Katherine Vara of Walnut Springs, Texas sadly left us on July 4, 2023 in Fort Worth, Texas.

She is survived by her children, Timothy Joe Conner, Susan Muniz and husband Benjamin of Walnut Springs, Texas, Bonifacio Vara of Walnut Springs, Texas, James John Vara and wife Venus of Glen Rose, Texas, Joe Vara of Walnut...

Jun 29, 2023

Laura Nell Seidel Nichols died at McKinney Medical Center on June 29, 2023, seven months after celebrating her milestone 100th birthday. “Nonnie” was the darling of her family and lived life to the fullest until her very last day.

Nell was born at home in Rosebud, Texas on Nov. 3, 1922 to Herbert and Minnie...

Jun 28, 2023

Joyce Ann Foster age 79, of Kopperl, passed away on June 28, 2023 in Glen Rose, Texas.

Funeral services will be held at 10 A.M., Monday, July 3, 2023 at the Kopperl Methodist Church. Pastor John Woods will officiate. Private family only burial will take place in the Kopperl Cemetery. Visitation will take place from 6 P.M....

Jun 22, 2023

William David Ownbey of Meridian, formerly of Cleburne, passed away June 22nd 2023 At his home in Meridian TX.

Billy was born September 8th 1953 in Cleburne to Clifford “Bill” Ownbey and Harriet Anderson Ownbey he graduated Cleburne high in 1972 and received a Bachelor's of Industrial Technologies from Tarleton University. Billy was also a Master Electrician,...

Jun 16, 2023

Grayson Lee Boggs age 6, of Valley Mills, passed away on June 16, 2023 in Temple, Texas after being in a tragic accident with his daddy, Matthew.

Funeral services will be held at 1 P.M., Saturday, June 24, 2023 at the Bosque County Cowboy Church in Meridian. Pawpaw Tater Paschal will officiate. Visitation will take place from...

Jun 16, 2023

Ruby Merle "Nanny" Dozier age 93, of Meridian, Texas, passed away on June 16, 2023 in Waco, Texas.

Funeral services will be held at 10 A.M., Thursday, June 22, 2023 at Lawson Funeral Home in Meridian. Burial will be private following the service.

Ruby was born on October 6, 1929 in Houston, Texas to Ernest...

Jun 15, 2023

John Paul Hudson age 76, of Meridian, passed away on June 15, 2023 in Meridian, Texas.

Graveside services will be held at 10:30 A.M., Monday, June 19, 2023 at the Meridian Memorial Cemetery in Meridian.

John Paul Hudson was born on September 30, 1946 in Charleston, West Virginia. He served his country in the Vietnam...

Jun 13, 2023

Deborah Kay Johnson age 69, of Georgetown and formerly of Glen Rose, passed away on June 13, 2023 in Glen Rose, Texas.

Memorial services will take place at 2 P.M., July 1, 2023 at the Walnut Springs Baptist Church. Pastor TJ Joyner will officiate.

Deborah Kay Sparks was born on February 1, 1954 in Kermit,...

Jun 3, 2023

Teddy Lee Wheat Harris age 85, of Joshua and formerly of Meridian, passed away on June 3, 2023 in Fort Worth, Texas.

Memorial services will be held at 1 P.M., June 17, 2023 at Lawson Funeral Home in Meridian. Pastor Dettra Hicks and George Adams will officiate.

Teddy graduated from Morgan High School in 1955....

May 29, 2023

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Robert John Pauken III, who departed this world on Memorial Day, May 29, 2023. Rob was known by many names in his lifetime: Son, Father, Husband, Chef, City inspector, Sergeant, and Friend. Regardless of what you called him, he would always leave behind a legacy of love, kindness,...

May 28, 2023

Ronald Terry Anderson passed away peacefully in his sleep surrounded by family on Sunday, May 28, 2023 in Waco, Texas.

Funeral services will be held at 10 A.M., Saturday, June 3, 2023 at the First Baptist Church in Meridian. Bro. Richard Creech will officiate. Burial will be in the Spring Creek Cemetery near Iredell. Visitation will be...

May 26, 2023

Tina Marie Kelley age 45, of Gilchrist, Texas and also Glen Rose, Texas, passed away on May 26, 2023 in Gilchrist, Texas.

Full obituary is forthcoming.

Arrangements were entrusted to Lawson Funeral Home, Meridian, Texas 254-435-2792.

May 20, 2023

Alice La Verne Grenier, 72, a cherished soul who brought laughter and joy to all who knew her, passed away on May 20th, 2023, in Glen Rose, Texas. Born on December 21, 1950, in Odessa, she graced the world with her vibrant presence and touched countless lives with her infectious spirit.

Alice's heart overflowed with love for...

May 15, 2023

Matthew Ray Boggs age 34, of Valley Mills, Texas and formerly of Indianapolis, Indiana, passed away unexpectedly after being struck by lightning while walking his sons home from the bus stop on May 15, 2023. His youngest son, Grayson Boggs was also struck by lightning at the same time. while holding his father's hand.

Funeral services will...

May 13, 2023

Carol Ann Linkous Olson, 79, of Walnut Springs, Texas passed away peacefully on Saturday, May 13, 2023, with family by her side.

Carol was born July 17, 1943, in Laredo, Texas to LD & Katherine Elizabeth Levy.

Carol spent her youth in Houston, Texas and attended Houston’s Milby High School in the early 1960’s.  Every...

Apr 30, 2023

Jimmie Dale Randolph, age 76, went home to be with the Lord on the 30th of April, 2023, after a short illness.

A memorial service will be held in his honor on Sunday afternoon, May 14th, from 3:00 to 4:30 PM at the Meridian Civic Center. Friends and family are invited to celebrate his life...

Apr 30, 2023

Ernestine Pearl “Tena” Dunlap Koonsman, age 84, of Morgan, TX, passed away on April 30, 2023 in Waco, Texas.

Funeral services will be held at 2 pm on Saturday May 6, 2023 at Lawson Funeral Home in Meridian, Texas.   Bro. Richard Creech and Bro. Phil Murphy will serve as officiants.  Burial will follow at Hico...

Apr 28, 2023

Charles “Wayne” Wallace age 79, of Meridian, passed away on April 28, 2023 in Clifton, Texas.

Funeral services will be held at 2 P.M., Wednesday, May 3, 2023 at the Fundamental Baptist Church in Clifton, Texas. Bro. George Watson will officiate. Burial will be in the Lane’s Chapel cemetery near Clifton. Visitation will be held on Tuesday,...

Apr 27, 2023

Brenda Kaye Nichols age 54, of Clifton, passed away suddenly at her residence in Clifton, Texas on April 27, 2023.

No services are set at this time. Per her wishes she will be cremated.

Left to cherish her memories are her husband, Robert Nichols of Clifton; and numerous other relatives and many friends.

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