Obituaries
Local Obituaries at New Hope Funeral Home for Dallas County & Sunnyvale, Texas
Sharon Slatinsky
Jun 14, 2025
Sharon Sue Slatinsky, born on March 13, 1944, in St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away peacefully on June 14, 2025, in Forney, Texas. A devoted mother and beloved sister, Sharon is survived by her two sons, Danny and Ernie Slatinsky; her siblings, Debbie Ramsey, and Warren DeMint; and her cherished grandchildren, Ernest A. Slatinsky, Brooke Guthrie, and Chazz Slatinsky.Sharon's life was...
Joan Rose
Jun 13, 2025
Barbara Joan Jordan Rose, born July 17, 1937 to Thomas Hugh "Buster" Jordan and Pearl Dawson Jordan. Joan passed peacefully on June 13, 2025.
Joan is preceded in death by her husband William Harvey Rose, daughter Kimberly Rose, her parents and siblings Aubrey Jordan, Billie June Jordan, Elizabeth Jordan Freeling, Bill Jordan, Nancy Jordan Beasley, Kay Jordan Nuncio. She is survived...
Clairessa Craig
Jun 12, 2025
Clairessa Ann Craig, born on October 27, 1983, in Dallas, Texas, departed this world far too soon on June 12, 2025. She was a radiant soul, whose infectious smile and warm heart could light up any room. Clairessa embodied joy, always ready with a joke to share and a laugh to spread. Her love knew no bounds, especially for her...
James Barr
Jun 8, 2025
James William Barr ("Jim"), age 68, passed away on June 8, 2025 in Dallas, Texas. He was born on September 25, 1956 in Beech Grove, Indiana, to parents Jerome and Margaret Barr.
Jim attended Chrysler High School in New Castle, Indiana where he participated and excelled in sports. He was on the track team; the wrestling team, where he competed in the state...
Margaret Roten
Jun 5, 2025
In Loving Memory of Margaret Roten
January 19, 1938 - June 5, 2025
With deep sorrow and profound love, we announce the passing of Margaret Roten, a devoted wife, beloved mother, cherished grandmother and great-grandmother, nurturing caregiver, and passionate gardener. She passed away peacefully on June 5, 2025, at the age of 87, surrounded by her loving family.
Born in Nuneaton, Warwickshire, England,...
Carolyn Shannon
Jun 5, 2025
Carolyn Gray Shannon, born on April 11, 1949, in Greenville, Texas, peacefully passed away on June 5, 2025, leaving behind a legacy of love and service. She was a devoted mother to her son, Jay Shannon, and a cherished mother-in-law to Trace Lewis. As a proud grandmother, she found joy in the lives of her grandchildren, Tylar and Skyler Yarborough....
Cathy Johnson
Jun 2, 2025
Cathy Lynn Johnson, beloved wife, mom, sister, Gigi, and friend, was born on July 28, 1956, in Dallas, Texas. She entered the gates of Heaven on June 2, 2025, leaving behind a legacy of love, faith, and devotion to her family and friends. Cathy proudly served as the office manager at Inspiration Church in Mesquite, Texas, for 31 years, where...
Gregory Canion
May 29, 2025
Greg was born January 2, 1964, in Houston, Texas, and passed away unexpectedly in Forney, TX, on May 29, 2025.
He was the oldest of 5 brothers and grew up in Houston, where he graduated from Cypress Creek High School in 1982.
Greg met Shelly Roberts in the spring of 1981 while she was visiting in Houston. They were just "friends" until...
James Grindele
May 28, 2025
James Howard Grindele, 74, of Nevada, TX, passed away peacefully on May 28, 2025.
Born on January 11, 1951, at Parkland Hospital in Dallas, Texas, James was the beloved son of Joseph Grindele and Elsie Kester.
James proudly served his community as a police officer, first with the Dallas Police Department Housing Authority and later with the Wylie Police Department and other...
Wolfgang Zimmermann
May 27, 2025
Wolfgang was born on November 19, 1945 in a town called Übach-Palenberg in the Heinsberg district of North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany, which is close to Städte Region of Aachen. He was the only son of Fritz and Frieda Zimmermann. He had two older sisters, Milly and Ingrid who have since passed away. Following the 2nd World War, his mother was his...
Peggy Owen
May 26, 2025
Peggy Jean Owen, born on April 26, 1957, in Dallas, TX, passed away on May 26, 2025. A proud lifelong resident of Dallas, Peggy was a warm-hearted soul who devoted her life to her family and friends. She was a loving mom to her children, Emily and John, and her heart swelled with pride for her six beautiful grandchildren: Brooke,...
Lula Sadler
May 24, 2025
Lula Mae Sadler was born November 23, 1930 in Linden, TX to George and Dollie Lovelady. She passed away on May 24, 2025, at the age of 94. She was preceded in death by her loving husband, Bill Sadler, and her firstborn son, Bill Sadler Jr., as well as her mother, father, and six of her siblings.
Being the...
Mariana Rodriguez
May 24, 2025
Mariana Rodriguez Hernandez, born on April 17, 1973, passed away peacefully on May 24, 2025, in Royse City, Texas. She was a beloved wife, mother, and grandmother, and her legacy will be cherished by her family and friends.
Mariana is remembered by her devoted husband, David Rodriguez Trejo; her daughters, Brenda Miller and Abigail Rodriguez; her sons, David Rodriguez...
Gary Hovenden
May 23, 2025
On May 23, 2025, Gary's brave and courageous battle with ALS ended...a battle he fought with grace, humility and dignity from beginning to end. He passed peacefully in his sleep at home. Gary was a loving and devoted husband, dad, son, brother and friend. He was healed and ran through the beautiful gates of heaven and into the arms of...
Nina Titsworth
May 19, 2025
Nina Pearle Titsworth passed away on May 19, 2025, at the age of 86. She was born on September 27, 1938, in Dallas Texas. She married Edward Titsworth on June 24, 1961. Nina cherished her roles as a mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, embracing every moment spent with her loved ones.
Nina's passion for cooking was evident in the warmth...
Francis "Tres" Wright
May 18, 2025
Francis Martin "Tres" Wright III passed away unexpectedly at his home in Forney, Texas at the young age of 63 on Sunday, May 18, 2025. He had spent the day at Scarborough Renaissance Festival having a wonderful time. He often visited the faire to appreciate the art and dress up with his friends and family.
Tres was a wonderful man...
Robert Martin
May 18, 2025
Robert Wayne Martin, born on June 28, 1961, in Waukegan, Illinois, passed away on May 18, 2025, in Balch Springs, Texas. He is survived by his daughter, Tiffany Kelley, and son-in-law John Kelley, daughter, Andrea Stanglin, and son-in-law Brandon Stanglin, his devoted siblings Laura, Debra, James, Michael, and Thomas Martin, and their respected families. As well as his cherished grandchildren,...
Gonzalo Briones
May 17, 2025
Gonzalo M. Briones, age 68, passed away on May 17, 2025, in Mesquite, TX, after a short battle with esophageal cancer. Gonzalo was born on January 10, 1957, in San Luis Potosí, México, the son of Gloria Martínez Irizarry and Rufino Irizarry.
Gonzalo spent the first 9 years of his life in México, in the care of his Tía...
Jay Rodgers
May 16, 2025
Our beloved, Jay Todd Rodgers, was born on October 13, 1970, in Mesquite, Texas. On May 16, 2025, he passed away peacefully, leaving behind a legacy marked by unwavering faith in Jesus, joyful service, and deep love for family and others. Todd resided in Mesquite, TX until moving to Forney, TX in 2007.
A devoted follower of Jesus, Todd's...
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