| GARY HAIR March 2, 1955 July 19, 1994 CLASS OF 1973 |
| TAYLOR HALL November 24, 1991 January 14, 2008 CLASS OF 2010 |
| PAULA "HATCHER" MORGAN CLASS OF 1969 Paula Hatcher Morgan went to be with the Lord August 31, 2008. She was born in Gainesville April 23, 1951 to Jack and Alene Hatcher. Educated in Gainesville Schools, Paula was a voice and organ student who esrved her church and Lord with her voice. She was gifted with many artistic abilities and had her own shop in Lakewood, Colo. She leaves behind her beloved husband of 38 years, Jackie Morgan of Littleton, Colo.; her mother, Alene Dallas, two brothers, Guy Hatcher of Westlake; Jim Hatcher of Abilene; two sisters, Debra Hatcher of Sherman; Phillys Crabtree of Killeen, four granddaughters; a number of nieces and nephews and a large number of friends who will sorely miss her presence. A memorial service was held in Littleton, Sept. 1. Her final resting place will be her beloved Rocky Mountains of Colorado. |
| MARGARET BETH HATCHER 1937-2009 Funeral services for Margaret Beth Hatcher, 72, of Gainesville, are set for 4 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 24 at the First United Methodist Church with Rev. Don Yeager officiating. Burial will following in the Fairview cemetery under the direction of Geo. J. Carroll & Son Funeral Home. Mrs. Hatcher passed away Thursday, Nov. 19, 2009 at the Presbyterian Hospital of Denton. She was born October 29, 1937 in Cooke County to Jack and Bertha Cotten Elkins. Mrs. Hatcher is survived by her husband Jim J. Hatcher, her brother and sister-in-law Maurice and Daisy Elkins of Denton, her nephew Steve Stone of Keller and her niece Candice Stone of Irving. She taught school in Waco and in Gainesville for over 40 years. She is preceded in death by her parents, her two sons Matt and Jeff Hatcher and her brother Jack Elkins. Pallbearers will be Frank Manich, Gary Hanks, Belvin Harris, Larry Sullivant, Bill Sullivant and John Walterscheid. Honorary pallbearers will be Trudy Hanks, Louise Manich, Tammy Rimmer, Renae Ortowski, Bobbi Beck and Sue Bloodworth. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Home Hospice of Cooke County or the First United Methodist Church Building Fund. No visitation is planned. |
| JOE WILLIAM "BILL" HARRISON SANGER — Services for Joe William “Bill” Harrison, 63, of Sanger are set for 2 p.m. today at the Geo. J. Carroll & Son Funeral Home Chapel in Gainesville, with the Rev. Don Yeager, pastor of First United Methodist Church, officiating. Mr. Harrison died Oct. 24, 2007, at his home. He was born Sept. 21, 1944, in Sherman to J.R. and Bess Swindle Harrison. On June 24, 1974, he married Sharon Ware. He was a 1962 graduate of Gainesville High School and received an associate’s degree from North Central Texas College, later attending the University of Texas in Austin. He was an employee of Otis Engineering at Carrollton for several years, and was also employed at Weber Aircraft. He was a member of First United Methodist Church in Gainesville. Survivors include his son, John Harrison of Sanger; daughter, Melissa Harrison of Sanger; and sister and brother-in-law, Betty and Louis Hames of Gainesville. He was preceded in death by his wife, his parents and a brother, Bobby Harrison. |
| TAYLOR HALL CLASS OF 2010 Services for Taylor Hall, 16, of Gainesville are set for 2 p.m. Thursday at Calvary Baptist Church, with the Rev. Jerry Elliott officiating. Arrangements are under the direction of Geo. J. Carroll and Son Funeral Home. Ms. Hall died Jan. 14, 2008, at Dallas Children’s Hospital in Dallas. She was born Nov. 24, 1991, in Gainesville to Wes and Fina Meek Hall. Hall was a student at Gainesville High School and was a member of the Bethany Chapel Teens. She loved horses, music and playing baseball with her Dad and brother. She played softball for the Cooke County Youth Center. She dreamed of growing up to be a veterinarian. She loved the doctors, nurses and social workers and Children’s Medical Center. Wilson of Gainesville, James and Ravonda Meek of Gainesville, and Dodie Hall of Anaheim, Calif.; brother Ryan Hall of Gainesville. She was cared for and adored by her cousins, Lindsey Coperley and Marcie Parrent, and her aunt and uncle, Condoa and Jackie Parrent, who were there for her eight-month battle with Leukemia. She was preceded in death by her grandfather, John Wilson. Pallbearers include: Justin Hall, Jimmy, Gary, Josh and Joe Meek and Greg Woolsey. Visitation is set from 6 to 8 tonight at the funeral home. Memorial contributions in Taylor’s name may be made to the Dallas Children’s Hospital Cancer Floor. |
| MARGARET PARX HAYS Margaret Parx Hays, 95, passed away on May 8, 2008, at the University of North Carolina Hospital in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. Margaret was born in Gainesville on November 3, 1912, the daughter of Parx Orr and Ianna (Jones) Hays. Margaret graduated from Newsome Dougherty Memorial High School in 1929; Gainesville Junior College in 1930; and North Texas State Teachers College in 1931. She later received an M.A. in education from the University of Michigan in Ann Arbor. After graduating from North Texas State Teachers College (now the University of North Texas), Margaret worked at the college for eleven years. Then after a short stint with the Civil Service, she accepted an offer from the State Department as a Foreign Service Clerk. Margaret’s first overseas appointment from 1943-45 was in Buenos, Aires, Argentina, where she first did cryptography and then transferred to the political section. During the next two years, she served as vice- consul in Bogota, followed by a two-year appointment to Rio de Janeiro. In Manila from 1956-58, Margaret held the position of Consul. Additionally, she took the foreign-service exam and achieved the position of Foreign Service Officer in 1955. By that point, she had made it an annual tradition while overseas to cook a traditional Thanksgiving meal for invited guests. In 1954, she asked the USO to bring four sailors as guests and unexpectedly had a Gainesville native among them. She also served in Mexico City; Washington, D.C., where her love of and interest in historic preservation developed, and in her favorite location, Hong Kong. After retiring from the Foreign Service, Margaret returned to Gainesville where she pursued her interest in historic preservation by becoming involved in the effort to save the 1884 former city hall-fire station-jail from destruction. She said it sounded “like a good fight”. That effort proved successful and the Morton Museum of Cooke County opened in that location. Margaret remained involved with the museum for decades, serving as a member of the staff, as a volunteer, and on the Board of Directors. The Margaret Parx Hays library inside the museum is dedicated to her. She also helped with the establishment of the Cooke County Historical Commission and over the years devoted hours of service to the Commission. Margaret also assisted in the organization of the Cooke County Mental Health Clinic, where she took on a full-time position as a counselor in 1973. She retired from the clinic in 1978. Never one to ever really retire, Margaret ran for and was elected Mayor of Gainesville, becoming the first and still only female to serve in that position. For twenty years, Margaret was involved with the Historic Preservation Foundation’s effort to raise the funds to restore the 1902 Santa Fe Railroad Depot in Gainesville. Her grant writing skills eventually brought in the necessary funds to help complete that project. Many awards came her way over the years, including the naming of a dormitory at North Central Texas College in her honor. She was an extraordinary woman who lived life to the fullest. To the end, she continued to be interested in education, believing that no one was ever too old to learn something new. She also continued to be involved in projects such as planning exhibits of her weavings from her various travels, so they could be enjoyed by the residents of her retirement center in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. Her humor and her unwavering loyalty and support will be missed by her family, friends and colleagues. Her passing marks an end of an era in Gainesville, but her legacy lives on in the buildings she helped to preserve, the history she saved from being lost, and the people she mentored to follow in her footsteps. She is survived by her nephew, Wesley M. Wallace, M.D., and his wife, Raine Lee of Chapel Hill, North Carolina; her nephew, Wendell Hays Wallace and his wife, Mary of Centennial, Colorado; her nephew, Joe Piott and his wife, Jeanette of Puyallup, Washington; her niece, Mary Lou Piott O’Neil and her husband, Denny of Waco, Texas, and several great-nephews and nieces. She was preceded in death by her parents, and sisters, Lou Anna Hays Piott and Dorothy Estelle Hays Wallace. Private interment will be held at 1 p.m. on Monday, May 12, 2008, at Fairview Cemetery in Gainesville, under the direction of the Geo. J. Carroll & Son Funeral Home. Funeral service will follow at 2 p.m. at Whaley United Methodist Church, officiated by Rev. Denny Hook. A reception will take place afterward at the church. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that contributions may be made to the Cooke County Historical Commission; c/o Cooke County Judge Bill Freeman; Cooke County Courthouse; Gainesville, Texas. |
| MATTHEW VERN HATCHER 1962-JUNE 12, 1978 Services were held at 2 pm today in the First Baptist Church for Matthew Vern Hatcher, 16, of 417 Willow Way. Dr. Harry Roark officiated, assisted by Jay Channel. Interment was in Fairview Cemetary, directed by Vernie Keel Funeral Home. Bearers were Jeff McCrory, Brad Hays, Bus Harris, Bobby Dudley, Mark Swarner, Steve Grove, Bryan Williams and Wes Williams. Gainesville High School golf team and the Church of Christ. Survivors are his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Jimmy Jack Hatcher; one brother, Jeff Hatcher of Gainesville; and a grandmother, Mrs. Rose Hatcher of Gainesville. Maurice and Jack Elkins of Gainesville are uncles and Mrs. Maxine Stone of Irving is an aunt. |
| EVA JANE "DEAN" HAVERKAMP AUGUST 9, 1934 - DECEMBER 27, 2012 GAINESVILLE - Funeral Services for Eva Jane (Dean) Haverkamp, 78, will be held at 2 p.m. on Wednesday, Jan. 2, 2013 at Meador-Clement-Keel Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Hubert Wright officiating. Interment will follow at Fairview Cemetery. Visitation will be one hour prior to the service, also at the funeral home. Eva passed away on Thursday, Dec. 27, 2012 at North Texas Medical Center in Gainesville. She was born on August 9, 1934 in Era to James Herschel "Bud" Dean and Iva Jane (Durham) Dean. She married Julius John "Judy" Haverkamp on Nov. 6, 1951 in Gainesville. She was an accomplished pianist in her youth. She became a Licensed Vocational Nurse in 1965 and later obtained her Associate of Applied Science Degree at Cooke County College in 1979. She was the first female degreed paramedic in the state of Texas. She was active in the P.T.A. as President and Room Mother at McMurray Elementary School. She was a member of the Mu Epsilon Chapter of Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity. She was a member of the L.V.N. Association and The National Association of Emergency Medical Technicians (national and local). She helped organize the Cooke County Democratic Women, serving as Treasurer. She was a member of the First Baptist Church in Gainesville. Survivors include daughters, Vicky Hildebrand of Tulsa, Okla., Janna Vitiello of El Paso, Judy Bengfort of Gainesville and Patti Haverkamp of Gainesville; a brother, Weldon Dean and wife, Grace of Gainesville; six grandchildren; and a great-granddaughter. |
| ANNE HARVEY DATES TO BE DETERMINED CLASS OF 1957 |
| FRED PERRY HAYS 1948-2008 CLASS OF 1966 Fred Perry Hays was born February 10, 1948, in Henderson, Texas, and died April 11, 2008, in Dallas, Texas. Fred is survived by his wife, Phyllis; son, Cory Dale Hays and wife, Missy; daughter, Julia Mayfield, and husband, David; sisters, Janie Martin, Sally Gibson and Joyce Pirtle; 4 grandchildren, Ashleigh, Brandon, Jessica and Matthew; and many beloved nieces and nephews. Services will be held at 2 p.m. Sunday, April 13, 2008, at Restland Memorial Chapel. Arrangements are under the direction of the Restland Funeral Home. |
| MARTHA JEAN "HALE" MILLER May 8, 1963 December 19, 2013 CLASS OF 1981 |
| MARTHA JEAN "HALE" MILLER CLASS OF 1981 Martha Jean Miller, 50, of Gainesville, slipped into the arms of her Savior on Thursday, Dec. 19, 2013 at her home. She was born on May 8, 1963 in Renton, Wash. to Archie B. and Dorothy Louise (Averette) Hale. She loved all animals. She worked as a Vet Tech at the Wellman Veterinary Clinic, the Cactus Clinic and the Frank Buck Zoo. Not only did she love domestic animals, she rehabilitated wildlife animals as well. She also was a dog groomer, served at the Easy Street Animal Shelter and was a member of the ASPCA. Martha attended Temple Baptist Church in Gainesville. Left to cherish her memory are her children, a daughter and son-in-law, Tayben Dawn and Tommy Black of Shady Shores and her son, Kristopher Pethtel of Portland, Ore.; her father and step-mother, Archie B. and Jimmie Carolyn Hale of Collinsville; grandson, Sterling Hudson Black of Shady Shores; her sisters, Debra Ann Nybro of Gainesville, Vicki Lynn Kloltz of Taylorsville, N.C., Nancy Fujikawa and husband, Teel of Gainesville, Rebecca Lee Rahm of Farmington, N.M. and Cindy Hale of Lewisville. She was preceded in death by her mother Dorothy Hale; grandmother, Pauline Averette Markem; niece, Amanda Marie Miller; her brother, Jerry Wayne Hale and sister, Margaret Louise Wooley, who both passed away on September 23, 2013. A memorial service will be held on Friday, Dec. 27, 2013 at 2 p.m. at Temple Baptist Church in Gainesville. Bro. Larry Huff and Bro. Eddie Chennault will officiate the services. |
| MATTHEW VERN HATCHER February 15, 1962 June 12, 1978 CLASS OF 1980 |
| MICHAEL JAY HARGESHEIMER October 11, 1959 August 7, 2014 CLASS OF 1978 |
| MICHAEL JAY HARGESHEIMER A funeral mass for Michael Jay (Mike) Hargesheimer, 54, of Gainesville, well be held at 10:00 AM Wednesday, August 13, 2014 at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Gainesville with Fr. Gary Picou officiating. Burial will follow in the Fairview Cemetery. A rosary will be recited at 6:00 PM Tuesday, August 12, 2014 with a visitation to follow. Mike passed away August 7, 2014 after battling cancer for 8 months. Mike was born October 11, 1959 in Sherman to J.L. and Louise Hargesheimer. He was a life-long resident of Gainesville, attending public school and graduating from Gainesville High School in 1978. On April 24, 1982, he married Mary Privett. After the death of his father in 1984, Mike continued the family business, J. L. Hargesheimer Air Conditioning and Heating. Mike loved the outdoors, spending many years on Lake Texoma and at his deer lease with his family and friends. Mike was a member of St. Mary’s Catholic Church of Gainesville. He was a 4th degree Knights of Columbus. Also, he was a life member of Gainesville Masonic Lodge and a 32nd Scottish Rite Mason, and a life member of the National Rifle Association. Mike was preceded in death by his father J.L. Hargesheimer. Mike is survived by his wife of 32 years, Mary Hargesheimer of Gainesville; daughter April Lillard of Gainesville; son Jacob Hargesheimer of Gainesville; grandchildren Jared and Colten Boswell, Raelee and Kyler Van Buskirk all of Gainesville; mother and step-father Louise and James Bellows of Gainesville; twin sister and brother-in-law Kathy and Dale Bauer of Gainesville; grandmother Maggie Baker of Gainesville; brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law: Dale and Danetta Whisnant, Sonny and Karen Privett, Lyndy and Shelley Privett, Tommy Privett, Chad and Christie Sewell, Jody and Debbie Privett. He is also survived by numerous aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces, and nephews. Pall bearers will be Jeff Hammer, Robert Boone, Larry McKnight, Steve Moore, David Jones, and Michael Mercer. Honorary pall bearers are Kip Schiller, Herkey Biffle, Bob Doty, and Jim J. Hatcher. |
| FREDDY HAYS February 10, 1948 April 11, 2008 CLASS OF 1966 |
| EVA JANE "DEAN" HAVERKAMP August 9, 1934 December 27, 2012 CLASS OF 1952 |
| JEFFREY "JEFF" JACK HATCHER December 5, 1958 August 28, 1981 CLASS OF 1977 |
| PAULA "HATCHER" MORGAN April 23, 1951 August 31, 2008 CLASS OF 1969 |
| JAMES HARPOLE DOB pending September 17,2006 CLASS OF 1952 |
| JUANITA L. HARDY aka "NANNY" October 28, 1923 February 07, 2015 GHS TEACHER CHEMISTRY/PHYSICS |
| JUANITA L. HARDY aka "NANNY" (October 28, 1923- February 07, 2015) GHS TEACHER CHEMISTRY/PHYSICS A Memorial service will be held at Geo. J. Carroll and Son Funeral Home on Saturday, Feb. 14, 2015 at 2 p.m. to honor and celebrate the life of Juanita L. Hardy. Mrs. Hardy, known to many as "Nanny" was a loving wife, mother, grandmother and genuine humanitarian to all who had the blessing of being a part of her life. Nanny was a teacher, mentor, role model and pillar of the community to many, as she taught chemistry and physics for over 40 years, retiring from Gainesville High School in 1985. She was preceded in death by her late husband Ben Floyd Hardy Jr. in October 2003, and her siblings Douglas Viers, Buddy Viers, and Floyd Viers. She is survived by her daughter Judy Hardy, grandchildren Candice Ashley DeLeon, Halley Rodriquez, Adam Nadeau, and great grandchild Anaya DeLeon. Juanita Hardy was loved and respected by all who knew her and will be sorely missed. |
| JAMES HARPOLE (?-September 17,2006) CLASS OF 1952 Arborlawn United Methodist Church. Burial: Laurel Land Memorial Park. Visitation: 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesday at the funeral home. Memorials: in lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Arborlawn United Methodist Church music fund, 5001 Briarhaven Road, Fort Worth, Texas 76109. James was preceded in death by his parents, Rena and Jimmy Harpole, and a cousin, Docia Buckner. Survivors: His loving wife of 51 years, HARPOLE, JAMES P. 72, passed away Sunday, Sept. 17, 2006, in Fort Worth. Funeral:, 1 p.m. Wednesday at Yvonne Harpole; sons, Rick and wife, Kayla, of Fort Worth and Barry and wife, Karen, of Stephenville; daughter, Kristi Valentine and husband, John, of Coppell; grandchildren, Lindsey, Austin and Raleigh Harpole, Kolten Parker, Reid and Maura Valentine and Stefani Hill; and numerous other relatives and friends. Ft. Worth Laurel Land 817-293-1350 laurellandfuneralhome.com ." |
| HARVEY HANCOCK August 4, 1935 March 17, 1993 CLASS OF 1953 |
| MARGARET PARX HAYS November 3, 1912 May 8, 2008 CLASS OF 1929 |
| MARGARET BETH HATCHER October 29, 1937 November 19, 2009 CLASS OF 1955 |
| JOE WILLIAM "BILL" HARRISON September 21, 1944 October 24, 2007 CLASS OF 1962 |
| HARVEY FRANK HANCOCK (August 4, 1935-March 17, 1993) CLASS OF 1953 . Birth: August 4, 1935 Death: March 17, 1993 Family links: Parents: Lucille Darrow Hancock (1914 - 2011) Burial: Fairview Cemetery Gainesville Cooke County Texas, USA Plot: Division L, lot 27 |
| LONA HARRISON February 16, 1932 May 25, 2005 GISD STAFF/CAFETERIA |
| JERRY HARP (March 31, 1940-March 1, 2017) CLASS OF 1958 Jerry Lynn Harp was one of three children born to the late Leonard and Alma Harp and was the beloved husband of Barbara Harp. He was born on March 31, 1940 in the small north Texas town of Gunter. His family later moved to Gainesville where he graduated from Gainesville High School in 1958. He then joined the U.S. Army where his life would be forever changed. Towards the end of June 1961, he met Barbara Ann Priest, a Yankee and the love of his life, at a USO dance in New Jersey. After a whirlwind courtship, they married on August 4, 1961. They were married for 40 years and were the loving parents of two children. He retired from the Army after 22 years of distinguished service, serving multiple tours overseas including two tours in Vietnam. He then served as an Animal Control Officer for the city of Killen for 15 years before retiring. Jerry was preceded in death by his parents, Leonard and Alma Harp, his brother Ronnie Harp Sr., his sister Peggy Llyod, and his beloved wife Barbara. He will be lovingly remembered by his daughter and son-in-law Deborah and Wayne Holloway, his son Kenneth Harp, his grandsons David and Bryan Holloway, his brother-in-law Dale Lloyd, his brother and sister-in-law Richard and Becky Priest, nieces, nephews, and many friends. Jerry touched the lives of many people with his generosity and concern for others. He loved the Texas Rangers, the Dallas Cowboys, and his family. He will be missed. Visitation Schedule HarperTalasek Chapel 506 N. 38th Street Killeen, TX 76543 Friday, March 03, 2017 6-8 p.m. Service Schedule Traditional Trinity Baptist Church 403 FM 2410 Harker Heights, TX 76548 Saturday, March 04, 2017 10:00 a.m. Cemetery Killeen Memorial Park 3600 Lake Rd. Killeen , TX 76543 |
| JERRY HARP March 31, 1940 March 1, 2017 CLASS OF 1958 |
| BEN HARDY November 11, 1922 October 8, 2003 GHS COACH/SCIENCE AND ART TEACHER |
| SANDRA KAY "HAZEL" ALSUP July 03, 1942 February 19, 2018 CLASS OF 1960 |
| SANDRA KAY "HAZEL" ALSUP July 03, 1942 - February 19, 2018 CLASS OF 1960 Sandra Kay Alsup, 75, of Midland TX, passed away on Monday, February 19, 2018. The family will receive friends on Thursday, February 22, 2018 from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm at Nalley-Pickle & Welch Funeral Home of Midland. A memorial service will be held at First Presbyterian Church at 11:00 am on Friday, February 23, 2018. Sandra was born on July 13, 1942 in Texas City, Texas to Vella Mae and Clarence Hazel. She graduated from Gainesville High School in Gainesville, TX in 1960, and received a nursing diploma from Wichita General Hospital School of Nursing in Wichita Falls, TX in 1962. While completing a psychiatry rotation in Austin, she met the love of her life. Jim and Sandy were married in 1963, and moved to Midland in 1964. She was a long time registered nurse practicing in several settings, but her passion was working in surgery at Midland Memorial Hospital. She worked in the field until the late 1980s when arthritis finally made the work too difficult. Sandy gave generously of her time to several Midland organizations, including Midland Memorial Hospital, Midland Junior League, Community Children's Clinic and First Presbyterian Church, where she served as both a deacon and an elder as well as a Stephen Minister. She was an avid sports fan, and played tennis as long as her hands would let her. She rarely missed a grandchild's game or meet, and loved the Texas Rangers and Dallas Cowboys. Sandy and Jim travelled the world together, spending time with life-long friends and making new ones along the way. She is survived by her husband, Jim Alsup; sons, J. Devin Alsup and sons Briggs and Brady; Jeff Alsup and wife, Lynn and daughters Clare, Anna and Lucy; a brother, Clegg Hazel and wife, Jean; brothers-in-law Bill Alsup and Jack Filler; and cousins Vicki Stewart and Sally Hazel. In addition she is survived by nine loving nieces and nephews and their families. She is preceded in death by her parents, Vella Mae and Clarence Hazel. The family would like to express their gratitude towards the staff of Home Hospice for their work during her rapid decline. |
| ELLEN J. "HANEY" BUSH May 6th, 1918 February 5th, 2018 CLASS PENDING |
| ELLEN J. "HANEY" BUSH May 6th, 1918-February 5th, 2018 CLASS PENDING A Graveside funeral service for Ellen J. Bush, 99, will be held at 2 p.m. on Saturday, February 10, 2018 at Fairview Cemetery in Gainesville. Ellen Bush was born on May 6th, 1918 in Cooke County, to Etta and Ira Curtis Haney. She passed away on Monday, February 5th, 2018 in Gainesville, Texas. She was raised in Gainesville and was a member of Harvey Street Baptist Church where she was a faithful Sunday School teacher. She had a heart for service and would help anyone who needed help. She was loved by friends and family alike. Survivors include, Daughter, Carla McDaniel and son-in-law Jerry from Bedford, Virginia; Daughter, Barbara Beam from Hobbs, New Mexico, one son, Gary Bush and wife, Sheila from Gainesville, TX, 7 grandchildren, multiple great and great great grandchildren. Mrs. Bush was preceded in death by her husband, Carl Bush, two sisters and two brothers. |
| WANDA JULINE "HALL" EDINGTON September 14, 1933 July 5, 2017 CLASS PENDING |
| WANDA JULINE "HALL" EDINGTON September 14, 1933 - July 5, 2017 CLASS PENDING Gainesville resident, Wanda Juline Edington, passed away Wednesday, July 5, 2017 at North Texas Medical Center at the age of eighty-three. She was born in Tulare, California on September 14, 1933, to Norman Leo and Ona Irene (Lillard) Hall. She married Alvin "T9E" Edington, who preceded her in death. Wanda started school in Prairie Grove, Cooke County, TX and then attended school in Ivanhoe, CA for a time but came back to Texas and attended Gainesville High School. She was a homemaker and loved her family. Graveside Services were scheduled for 1:00 p.m. on Monday, July 10th at New Hope Cemetery with Rev. Hollis Parsons officiating. A visitation was held Monday at 11:00 a.m. at Meador Funeral Home in Gainesville. Survivors include her son, Alvin Eddington of Whitesboro; son and daughter-in-law, Darrel and Tracey Edington of Gainesville; grandchildren, Zach Edington, Brandi Tine, Rita Petty, Wendy Wiser, Dillon Edington and Rachel Edington; great-grandchildren, Ashley Petty, Jessi Petty, Riley Price, Luken Wiser and Elijah Howard Tine and great-great-grandchildren, Nova and Cash Walmsley. In addition to her husband and parents, Wanda was preceded in death by a daughter, Durana Edington and two sisters. |
| PEGGY HARP August 28, 2013 CLASS OF 1957 |
| BILLY JOE HACKLER, JR. March 8, 1954 January 22, 2018 CLASS OF 1972 |
| BILLY JOE HACKLER JR. March 8, 1954-January 22, 2018 CLASS OF 1972 Billy Joe Hackler Jr. (TEX) 63 of Denton, Texas passed away on Monday, January 22, 2018 at his home in Denton, Texas. Billy was born on March 8, 1954 in Gainesville, Texas to Billy Joe Hackler Sr. and Elizabeth (Marcola) Hackler. The second to the oldest of the Hackler children he was very well loved. Billy went to school at Gainesville High until till the 10th grade. He moved to California and graduated from Armijo High School in Fairfield California. Billy was a member of the Pipefitter Union in Costra County in Calif. and was a licensed Journeyman Electrician. He was an avid fisherman, hunter and camper. He lived a simple life. All who knew him knew he had a great sense of humor, could make anyone laugh and he will truly be missed. Billy is survived by his sister, Sharon DuBois of Gainesville, five brothers, Ronnie Hackler of Gainesville, Mike Hackler and wife Nancy of Jefferson City, MO., Jerry Hackler and wife Brinda, Terry Hackler and wife Lisa all of Denton, James Hackler and wife Roxi of Sanger, surviving uncle, James R. Hackler of Gainesville, lifelong best friend, Diana Pyke of Denton and numerous cousins, nieces and nephews. He is preceded in death by his parents and grandparents. A memorial/wake visitation will be held at DeBerry Funeral Services in Denton TX. Friday, January 26, 2018 from 6-8 P.M. |
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| RONNIE DAVID HACKLER February 20, 1955 April 16, 2018 CLASS OF 1973 |
| RONNIE DAVID HACKLER February 20, 1955 - April 16, 2018 CLASS OF 1973 Ronnie David Hackler, 63 of Gainesville, Texas passed away on Monday, April 16, 2018 at Richardson Methodist Medical Center in Richardson, Texas. He was born on February 20, 1955 to Billy Joe Sr. and Elizabeth (Marcola) Hackler. The third to the oldest of the Hackler children he was very well loved. Ronnie attended Gainesville High and then joined the U.S. Navy. He also attended North Central College and U.N.T. in Denton. Ronnie retired from the United States Postal Service. Ronnie loved to golf and enjoyed outdoor activities like hiking and fishing. He loved to spend time with his family and friends. Ronnie is survived by his son David Hackler, granddaughter, Audrey Hackler both of Stillwater, MN., sister, Sharon DuBois of Gainesville, four brothers, Mike Hackler and wife Nancy of Jefferson City, MO., Jerry Hackler and wife Brinda of Denton, Terry Hackler and wife Lisa of Denton and James Hackler and wife Roxi of Sanger, uncle, James Hackler of Gainesville, aunt, Linda Hackler, numerous nieces, nephews and cousins. He is preceded in death by his parents, grandparents and brother Billy Joe Hackler. A memorial service will be held on Saturday, April 21, 2018 from 3-5 P.M. at DeBerry Funeral Directors in Denton, Texas. Published on April 17, 2018 |
| CARLA DEA "HAINES" WATERS February 21, 1951 January 10, 2019 CLASS OF 1969 |
| LOUIS RAY HAMES November 09, 1945 October 05, 2018 CLASS OF 1963 |
| CHARLES RAY HARDIN July 25, 1955 November 22, 2018 CLASS OF 1973 |
| RONALD BEN HARRELL July 20, 1943 October 29, 2018 CLASS OF 1961 |
| JOY DEVONNE "HAZELRIGS" FAURIE October 07, 1958 November 04, 2018 CLASS OF 1977 |
| CARLA DEA "HAINES" WATERS February 21, 1951 - January 10, 2019 CLASS OF 1969 Carla Dea (Haines) Waters, 67, was called home by our Heavenly Father on January 10,2019 after a courageous fight against pancreatic cancer. A celebration of life service will be held on January 26th at 1:00pm in First Presbyterian Church. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to CASA of North Texas 315 E California Street, Gainesville, TX 76240. Carla Dea Haines was born on February 21, 1951 in Coffeyville, Kansas to Clifford H. & Mildred H. Haines. The family moved to Gainesville in 1955. She graduated from Gainesville High School in 1969 where she was active in choir. In 1971 she graduated from Cooke County Jr College and in 1973 she graduated from the University of Texas, Arlington with a BA in Psychology. Carla married Charles R. Waters II in 1972 in Gainesville, TX at First Presbyterian church. In May of 1973 Carla joined Charlie in Barbers Point, Hawaii NAS where she started her career as a 5-year navy wife. Eventually they settled in Gainesville with their daughter Jennifer in 1980. She was an active participant in all her daughters’ extracurricular activities, and for many years, a member of Business and Professional Women Inc. where she was Woman of the Year for Texas and served one term as District Director. Carla was a member of Cooke County Chorale and travelled all over the world singing with them. Since childhood, Carla had been a member of the First Presbyterian Church where she was a church elder and active member of the choir. One of her greatest joys was her involvement with CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocates) of North Texas. She was a volunteer and then board member for 12 years. Carla was the first ever Board Member of the Year for North Texas. To her, there was no cause more worth fighting, than the fight for the welfare of children. After 23 years, Carla retired from Edward Jones as a Senior Branch Office Administrator and limited partner. Carla was always singing and was passionate about music her entire life. She also enjoyed spending time in her garden and learning as much as she could about all types of plants. She loved to cook with her daughter and son-in-law, especially when it brought together the family. She is preceded in death by her parents, Clifford H. & Mildred H. Haines, and nephew Jeff Fitzgerald. Survivors: Husband, Charles R. Waters II; Daughter & Son-in-law, Jennifer Waters Mouton & Justin W. Mouton (Gainesville); Sister & Brother-in-law, Joan & Andy Fitzgerald (Florida); Sister, Linda Sharp (Duncanville); Nieces & Nephews, Mike Fitzgerald, Kathy & Glenn Kish, Scott & Debbie Fitzgerald, Chris Sharp, Carrie & Justin Dallas, Cameron Sharp. Also, nine great-nieces and nephews and five great-great nieces and nephews. |
| LOUIS RAY HAMES November 09, 1945 October 05, 2018 CLASS OF 1963 Funeral services for Louis Ray Hames, 72, of Gainesville, are scheduled for 2:00 PM on Monday, October 8, 2018 at Westminster Presbyterian Church with Rev. Darrell McIntyre officiating. Interment will follow at Fairview Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 6:00 to 7:00 PM on Sunday, October 7 at Geo. J. Carroll & Son Funeral Home. Louis was born November 9, 1945 in Gainesville to Edd and Allene (Savage) Hames. He passed away October 5, 2018 in Gainesville. Mr. Hames was the owner and operator of B & L Machining for over 35 years. He also farmed and ranched his entire life. Survivors include: wife Betty Hames of Gainesville; daughter Christi Perry and husband Joshua of Denton; daughter Janet Shuppert and husband Will of Whitesboro; grandchildren: Cameron Perry, Foster Perry, Ashlyn Chester, and Lauren Chester; and sister Helen Stobaugh of Gainesville. Mr. Hames was preceded in death by his parents. You may sign the online register at www.geojcarroll.com. |
| CHARLES RAY HARDIN July 25, 1955 November 22, 2018 CLASS OF 1973 Charles Ray Hardin, 63, of Gainesville, passed away peacefully at home after a long illness on November 22, 2018. He was born on July 25, 1955 in Vernon, Texas to Leon and Willie Mae Newberry Hardin. Charles graduated from Gainesville High School. He joined the United States Army. He loved spending time with his family, especially his nieces and nephews. Charles was preceded in death by his parents; grandparents: Eddie Lee and RT Hardin; brothers: Kenneth Allen, Leroy Hardin, Billy Ray Hardin; sisters: Iristine Hardin, Elizabeth Holland, Gladys Louise Henderson. He is survived by his wife: Jennifer; sons Zipol Hardin of Gainesville, Damian Scott and wife, Pamela, of Fort Worth; grandchildren Alexis, Leighton and Reese Scott; sisters: Martha Faye Banks of Fort Worth, Margert Helen-McBride of Gainesville, Hulencia Mcginnis of Gainesville, and Evelyn Denise Brown of Gainesville; a host of nieces, nephews; and great nieces and nephews. Viewing will be held Friday night 7:00-8:00p.m., at Corinth Street Baptist Church at 1012 Field St. Gainesville, TX. Funeral Services will be held Saturday, December 1, 2018 at Hillcrest Church of Christ at 1712 Oneal Street, Gainesville, TX. Published on November 29, 2018 |
| RONALD BEN HARRELL July 20, 1943 October 29, 2018 CLASS OF 1961 A private graveside for Ronald Ben Harrell, 75, of Gainesville, was held at the Fairview Cemetery on Tuesday, October 30, 2018. A celebration of life will be held on Saturday, November 17, 2018 at the Tabernacle Baptist Church in Gainesville at 3:00 PM with the Rev. Hollis Parsons officiating. Ronald was born on July 20, 1943 in Gainesville to H.B. Harrell and Stella Ruth (Wright) Harrell. He passed away on October 29, 2018 in Denton after a short battle with cancer. Ronald Ben attended GISD, graduating in 1961, where he met the love of his life, and first wife, Glenda Baker. They were married in 1964. He then attended Draughon's Business School in Dallas, Cooke County Junior College, and earned a Bachelor's degree in Industrial Arts from North Texas University in 1965. While attending North Texas University, he enrolled in ROTC and completed Officer Candidate School in Quantico, VA for the United States Marine Corp. During the Vietnam Conflict he achieved the rank of Captain, earning a Bronze Star Medal, Purple Heart, and Vietnam Service Medal with 2 stars. He had also been awarded Expert Marksman in rifle and pistol. He completed his military service at Camp Pendleton in California in 1968. Upon returning to Gainesville, he was a welder with his father at H.B. Harrell Machine Shop, and then worked at the Gainesville State School as a Director of Security until his retirement in 1999. Ronald Ben was a member of the Tabernacle Baptist Church, serving in various positions including Men's Sunday School teacher for 31 years, and Chairman of the Deacons. He is survived by his wife Glenda Harrell of Gainesville; daughter Jacqueline Marie Shortnacy and her husband Bart of Gainesville; daughter Valerie Sue Harrell of Gainesville; granddaughter Lindsey Richardson and her husband Aaron; granddaughter Lauren Shortnacy; grandson Justin Eberhart; grandson Ronald "Dane" Eberhart; great-grandchildren Addyson Richardson and Landry Richardson. Ronald is also survived by his mother Stella Harrell of Gainesville; sister Debbie Young and her husband Ronny of Lake Kiowa; mother-in-law Maggie Baker of Gainesville; and several nieces, nephews, and cousins. Ronald was preceded in death by his father H.B. Harrell. Memorial contributions may be made to The Gideons International; Noah's Ark Animal Shelter; or Tabernacle Baptist Church in Gainesville. |
| JOY DEVONNE "HAZELRIGS" FAURIE October 07, 1958 - November 04, 2018 CLASS OF 1977 Joy DeVonne Faurie was born in Gainesville, Texas on October 7, 1958 to Clarence and Greeba Hazelrigs. She left this world to start a new journey on November 4, 2018 from Austin, Texas. Joy was a faithful member of the Bannockburn Baptist Church for many years during her life and enjoyed helping out wherever she could. She adventured into many handcraft areas such as crocheting, making jewelry and painting. Joy also enjoyed singing as well as spending time and having great conversation with her family. She leaves to cherish her memory, sister, Ruie White; brothers, Joe Mobley and Scott Hazelrigs; daughter, Megan Crusa (Ryan); grandson, Colby Mobley; niece, Crystal Mobley; nephew, Cash Bowman; and a host of friends. |
