Local Obituaries at New Hope Funeral Home for Dallas County & Sunnyvale, Texas

Lloyd Dowdey

Jan 6, 2025

Lloyd Alton Dowdey, born on September 20, 1934, in Wisner, Louisiana, journeyed to his eternal rest on January 6, 2025, at the age of 9o.



He proudly served in the United States Army from 1956 to 1962, achieving the rank of Specialist 5. After his service, he became an audiovisual technician working for the Freeman Company, where he...

Emily Biggs

Jan 5, 2025

Emily Lou Biggs, born on May 13, 1933, in Cedar Park, Texas, passed away peacefully on January 5, 2025, in Garland, Texas, at the age of 91. She was a devoted wife known for her unwavering dedication to her family and her warm and loving spirit. Emily touched the lives of many through her remarkable baking skills, a passion that...

Gary Baldwin

Jan 4, 2025

Gary Lynn Baldwin, born on October 16, 1958, in Dallas, TX, passed away peacefully from natural causes on January 4, 2025. He leaves behind his beloved wife of forty four years, Rebecca Baldwin, and his cherished daughter, Amy Baldwin Rogers. Gary is also survived by his mother, Wanda Baldwin, brothers Jerry and Randy, sister Glenda, and numerous nephews and nieces....

Terry Clark

Jan 4, 2025

Terry Spencer Clark, Age 76, of Sunnyvale, Texas, was called home to the Lord on January 4, 2025.

Terry was born December 13, 1948 in Dallas, Texas, the son of A.P. and Pearl Clark. Terry grew up in Dallas and graduated from W.W. Samuell High School in 1967. Terry married Denise McFaul on December 19, 1970 in Dallas, Texas. Terry and...

Royce Jenkins

Jan 3, 2025

Royce Lee Jenkins, born on January 3, 2025, in Dallas, Texas, departed this world on the same day. His brief life was filled with the boundless love of his family, notably his mother, Aubree Jenkins, and father, Hunter Jenkins.

Royce also held a special place in the hearts of many grandparents including, Rachel and Alex Becerra, Tiffany and Mike...

Juanita Hinkley

Dec 30, 2024

Obituary Forthcoming...

Robert E. Rust

Dec 30, 2024

Robert E. Rust, a beloved father, grandfather, and friend, passed away on December 30, 2024, at the age of 85. Born on March 22, 1939, in Mount Pleasant, Texas, Robert devoted his life to his family and his work as a supervisor in highway maintenance for the State of Texas. He was a dedicated provider who worked tirelessly to ensure...

Thomas "Ed", "Eddie" Whittemore Jr.

Dec 28, 2024

Thomas Edward Whittemore, Jr. Obituary

Thomas Edward Whittemore, Jr. (Ed) (Eddie, to "old" friends) was born on July 15, 1942 to long-time Forney residents Thomas Edward Whittemore Sr. and Adelaide Criswell Whittemore back in the day when Forney was a very small farming community. Ed spent most of his life in the Forney community.

Ed was a graduate of Forney...

Dennis Koch

Dec 28, 2024

Dennis Victor Koch, a loving, devoted husband, Dad, Grandpa, and Poppa, was called home to be with the Lord on December 28, 2024, at 81 years old.

Born September 12, 1943, and raised in Eldridge, Iowa, he met the love of his life Lana Sue while at summer camp as a teenager. He believed that even though they were a couple...

George Herriage

Dec 27, 2024

George Haskell Herriage, III

April 24, 1976 - December 27, 2024

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of George Haskell Herriage, III, who left this world on December 27, 2024, at the age of 48.

Born on April 24, 1976, George was a man of deep love and immense complexity. He lived a life filled with challenges...

Brenda Hutchinson

Dec 26, 2024

Brenda Diane Hutchinson, born on June 16, 1982, in Dallas, Texas, passed away tragically in an accident on December 26, 2024. Brenda was a devoted mother of 5 precious boys. She was loved by everyone and known for her kindness and willingness to help others. She could also be known as "miss fix it", as she was able...

Laura Butler

Dec 26, 2024

Laura's showdown with cancer was fought with all the bravery and ferocity of a warrior. She lived her last years as a time of renaissance, knocking things off her bucket list, spending time with family and friends, riding her beloved horse Chief with her fellow trail riders, as well as finding new passions and rediscovering old ones.

Laura particularly...

Randall Howard

Dec 25, 2024

It is with heavy hearts and a lifetime of cherished memories that we say goodbye to Randall "Randy" Earl Howard, 66, of Mesquite, Texas. He left this world on December 25, 2024, surrounded by the love and presence of his family. Randy was a caring and devoted husband, father, grandfather, brother, son, uncle and friend. Randy's warm smile, sharp mind,...

Theodore Fredrick Thompson

Dec 23, 2024

Theodore Frederick Thompson

Fred

Fred Thompson was born December 9th 1957 and passed away on December 23rd 2024.

Fred was born to parents John David Thompson & Ina Lee Thompson in Dallas Texas.

He was the youngest of 4 boys - Jimmy, Bill, Tommy and Freddy. He graduated from H. Grady Spruce High School in 1976. His passions...

Jean Ponder

Dec 22, 2024

Sammie Jean Ponder, born on November 18, 1942, in the Dallas, Texas, entered eternal rest on December 22, 2024. She was a cherished sister to John Ponder, a beloved aunt to numerous nieces and nephews, and a precious friend to many.

Jean's faith in Jesus, her Lord and Savior, anchored her spirit and guided her through life's journey....

Norma Belzer

Dec 22, 2024

Norma Linda Mercado Belzer was born on December 1, 1954 in San Marcos, Texas and departed this life on December 22, 2024 in Mesquite, Texas, at the age of 70.

Norma is survived by her husband of 22 years, Dayle Belzer; son, Erik Myers and wife Alison; daughter, Michelle MacDonnell and husband Andrew.

She was loved by her siblings, Roger Mercado, Cipriano...

Aristeo Velez

Dec 21, 2024

Con un triste corazon anunciamos la partida de Aristeo Velez "Don Tello". Aristeo nacio en San Luis Potosi, Mexico Septiembre 7, 1945. Y partio con el Señor el 21 de Diciembre, 2024. Le sobrevive su esposa Maria Velez, sus hijos y conyuges; Aristeo Velez Jr., Esperanza Velez y Juan De Dios Cerda, Marisela Velez y Gabriel Gamboa, Carmen Velez y...

Collin Goodloe

Dec 21, 2024

Collin Robert Goodloe

April 12, 1989 - December 21, 2024

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Collin Robert Goodloe on December 21, 2024. Collin was a loving husband, son, brother, and friend whose warmth and humor brightened the lives of everyone who knew him.

Collin is survived by his devoted wife, K.D. Goodloe,...

Dwain Robertson

Dec 21, 2024

Dwain Morris Robertson was born in Van Zandt County Texas on November 24, 1933 to Rupert and Iola Morris Robertson and died December 21, 2024 in Mesquite, Texas. He graduated from high school in Athens, Texas and college at East Texas State College in Commerce, Texas. He was a long-time member of St. Stephen United Methodist Church in Mesquite.

A veteran...

Craig Woods

Dec 20, 2024

Craig Vernon Woods, born on June 16, 1958, in Sioux City, Iowa, passed away on December 20, 2024, in Terrell, Texas, at the age of 66. Craig was a dedicated father to his four sons: Benjamin, Dustin, Chad, and Aaron Woods. He is also survived by his sister, Michele Windle; and his brothers, Douglas Woods and Michael Ellsworth.

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