Obituaries
Local Obituaries at New Hope Funeral Home for Dallas County & Sunnyvale, Texas
David Evans
Oct 15, 2025
David Michael Evans, 65, passed away on October 15, 2025 at his home in Richardson, Texas. He was born on December 30, 1959 in Yuba City, California, to David and Shirley Manes Evans.
David had degrees in horticulture and floriculture and owned and operated The Diamond Rose flower shop for many years.
David attended St. Louis Community College's School of Mortuary Science...
Evan Wilson
Oct 18, 2025
Evan Jacob Wilson, our precious boy, left us unexpectedly on October 18, 2025 surrounded by the love of his family. Evan accepted Christ as his Savior at a young age and grew up a faithful servant. We find comfort knowing that Evan is fully enveloped in God's loving, eternal embrace until we see him again.
Evan lived a life of...
Norma Frank
Sep 27, 2025
Norma Louise Frank (Nettle) 5/28/1932 - 9/27/2025
Norma was born in Freestone County Texas to Jewel and Hamp Nettle. She graduated from Fairfield High School at age sixteen. Norma married Perry Albert Frank in 1953. Norma resided in Mesquite for around seventy years. In addition to taking care of her family, she also excelled in her career as a licensed...
Joe Willis
Oct 19, 2025
Joe Willis passed from this life into his heavenly home on Sunday, October 19, 2025, surrounded by his loving family. He was born May 20, 1935, in Axtell, Texas to Frank and Annie Willis. Joe was preceded in death by his parents; brothers, Gene Gatlin and Jack Gatlin; and grandson, Jarred Scott Moore.
He is survived by his wife,...
Lindsay Prieskorn
Sep 30, 2025
Lindsay Prieskorn, beloved wife, daughter, and sister, passed away peacefully on September 30, 2025, at the age of 44 after putting up a courageous fight with her illness. Born on August 25, 1981 in Mason City, Iowa, Lindsay graduated from Mason City High School and later earned an Associate's Degree from North Iowa Area Community College (NIACC). In 2011, she...
Ann Ray Tanco
Oct 15, 2025
Norma Ann Ray Tanco peacefully passed away on October 15, 2025, at 86. She was known for her strength of character, love of country, sense of style, and love of gardening. Ann was an adored wife, mother, and grandmommie.
Ann was born in 1938 in the small East Texas town of Gilmer, TX to Anna Lula Stephens and Norman Wilson Ray and...
Daniel Simington
Oct 15, 2025
Daniel Alexander Simington, born in Denver, Colorado on February 27, 1958, passed away October 15, 2025. Dan is survived by a loving wife, Dinah (Waldrip) Simington, son, Jonathan Simington (wife, Rachel) and son, Aaron Simington. Grandchildren: Neilen and Leilah Simingon, Everly, Carleigh, Jack, Sloane Simington, and Landon Johnston Simington, Daniel's sister, Sharon Blair (husband, Joel) and numerous nieces and nephews....
Cathleen Handfelt
Oct 15, 2025
Katie Handfelt, born on February 5, 1964, in Dallas, Texas, passed away on October 15, 2025, at the age of 61. She is survived by Michael Mitchell; daughters Tasha McCord and son-in-law Cary Elder; Meagan Finklea and son-in-law Maxwell Finklea; son Matthew Handfelt; Justin Mitchell; and a host of grandchildren, including Caden Stevens, Titan Stevens, Landen Kazmierczak, Colbi Kate Finklea,...
Larry Couch
Oct 11, 2025
Larry Bazil Couch, born on January 23, 1940, in Tyler, Texas, passed away on October 11, 2025, leaving behind a legacy of love, laughter, and hard work. He was a devoted husband to his wife, Jean Couch, and a proud father to his daughters, Jennifer Hill and Melissa Youngblood. Larry's family also includes his son-in-law, Ron Hill; sister, Gayle Craig;...
Linda Frier
Oct 10, 2025
Linda Kay Frier, born on October 11, 1946, in Dallas, Texas, passed away peacefully on October 10, 2025, in Mesquite, Texas, at the age of 78.Linda was the beloved wife of Emmett Frier, a bond that flourished for 59 beautiful years. She was the cherished mother of Rhonda Kay Burks, whose life was enriched by her mother's unwavering love and...
Donald Layton
Oct 9, 2025
Donald Gregg Layton, born on August 12, 1962, in Teague, Texas, passed away peacefully of natural causes on October 9, 2025, at the age of 63. He is survived by his beloved daughter, Alexandera Ralston; son, Kory Layton; mother, Sadie Layton; and brother, Mark Layton. Gregg's departure leaves a profound void in the lives of those who knew and loved...
Linda Dugger
Sep 29, 2025
Linda Rose Dugger, born on December 25, 1949, in Houston, Texas, passed away on September 29, 2025, in Mesquite, Texas, at the age of 75. Known for her warm heart and vibrant spirit, Linda spent 36 fulfilling years as an accountant at Del Monte Foods before recently retiring. She was a dedicated employee who formed lasting friendships throughout her career.
Linda...
Laura J. (Upshaw) Csury
Sep 29, 2025
Laura J. (Upshaw) Csury was born in San Carlos, Arizona on June 3, 1951 and was a full-blooded Apache Indian and member of the San Carols Apache Indian Tribe. In 1967, she moved to Dallas, Texas and had currently been living in Mesquite, TX for the last 20 years. She last worked for Deloitte & Touche for 10 years and...
Robert Scott
Sep 29, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Robert "Scottie" Eugene Scott, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend, on September 29, 2025, at the age of 78.
Robert was born on November 2, 1946, in Macomb, Illinois, to Donald Scott and Juanita Phelps Scott. His journey began in small-town Illinois, where he graduated from Galesburg High...
Clifford Hetchler
Sep 28, 2025
Clifford Wayne Hetchler, who we all lovingly know as "Cliff", passed away on September 28, 2025 at the age of 84. He was born on March 21, 1941, in Paris, Texas, to George William Hetchler and Rosa Lee Gills. As the third child in his family, he grew up alongside his siblings, Geraldine ("Jerrie"), James Thomas, and Leonard Ray, surrounded...
Robert Mercer
Sep 27, 2025
Robert Lloyd Mercer, born on December 1, 1959, in Dallas, Texas, passed away peacefully on September 27, 2025. A beloved brother, friend, and passionate network engineer, Robert lived a life full of joy, adventure, and love for the outdoors. He spent his days tinkering with technology and working for various companies in the IT industry, but his true passions lay...
Dennis Dodd
Sep 27, 2025
Dennis Dodd, age 70, left this Earth peacefully on Saturday, September 27, 2025, surrounded by his loving family and friends in Dallas, TX.
Dennis was born on January 26, 1955, in Sherman, TX, the son of Clifton and Billie Dodd. He grew up in Lancaster and Wilmer Texas, where he developed a strong work ethic and a deep love for...
Joyce Meeker
Sep 25, 2025
Joyce Ann MeekerApril 20, 1938 - September 25, 2025
Joyce Ann Meeker went home to her God on September 25, 2025. Born in San Antonio, Texas, on April 20, 1938, Joyce lived a life defined by love, faith, and play.
For more than six decades, Joyce dedicated herself to Scouting, involving her children and grandchildren in the program. She served in countless...
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