All Obituaries

Willma Phelps, age, 87, of Avery, passed away, Monday, April 13, 2026, at Focused Care of Clarksville. Services are pending with Clarksville Funeral Home. 

Wanda Mamie White Coffman, age 92, of Fort Worth, Texas, formerly of Red River County, passed away, Friday, April 10, 2026, at her residence.                    Wanda was born on January 21, 1934, in Acworth, Texas, to John and Sweet White.  She was a bookkeeper and owned a used car business with her husband Charles Coffman of Red River County.  She was the most loving and giving mother, ...

Chad Anthony Helms, age, 49, of Clarksville, passed away, Thursday, April 9, 2026, in Alva, Oklahoma.  Chad was born, October 18, 1976, in Corpus Christi to Willie and Melba Mauldin Helms.  He had his own trucking business.  Chad married Misty Michelle Baird on October 27, 2012, at the "RR" Cowboy Church in Clarksville. His mother, Melba Brown and a son, Logan Helms preceded him in death. Chad was known as a great "handyman", who could fix about ...

Barbara Jane Baker, 66, of Avery, formerly of Longview, passed away Wednesday, April 8, 2026, at her residence.   She is the daughter of the late John C. Baker and Frances W. Baker of Longview. Jane was preceded in death by her father, and her husband, Everett A. Latham. She is survived by her daughter Nikole of Longview, granddaughter K.C., of Avery, sister Jeannie and husband Gary Harper of Corpus Christi, and brothers John and Jim of Longview. Jane also leaves behind her special ...

Beulah Faye Phelps Stiles Scott, of Avery, passed away, Monday, April 6, 2026, at her residence. Faye attended school in Avery where she was a standout basketball player, during which time she met the man whom would later become her husband, Bruce Scott. In the years before Faye & Bruce’s story would continue, she met her late husband James Martin Stiles. For 38 years James & Faye built a life of love, adventure, and hard work. They owned/managed a multitude of land and cattle ...

Ruby Nell Bailey Capps, age, 91, of Clarksville, passed away, Monday, April 6, 2026. Ruby was an inspirational woman. She was deeply loved by her family, friends and fellow business leaders. For 45 years she worked beside her husband, Gerald, in the Capps Insurance Agency. Single handedly she grafted over 70 or more pecan trees, which are still bearing pecans today. She loved playing golf with friends and family. Ruby bought the Bogata skating rink floor, sanded, stained it, and laid it in ...

Tedra Jackson, born on November 19, 1964, in Clarksville, Texas, passed away on March 30, 2026. She was the beloved daughter of Thomas "Ted" and Sue Jones Grant, both of whom preceded her in death. Tedra was a devoted sister to Debbie Barnett and Sharon Meredith, and a loving mother to Elbert (wife Amy), AJ, and Kira. She was a proud and cherished grandmother to Blakely, Delaney, and Hadleigh, who brought immense joy to her life.  Other cherished family members are Bob and ...

Carroll Glen Good | Lieutenant Colonel | U.S. Air Force | (Ret) He attended Clarksville High School and Madras Community School, later returning to Clarksville Public Schools after a tragic fire destroyed the original school. He graduated from Clarksville High School in 1956 and entered Texas A&M College (now Texas A&M University) that same fall. In May 1960, he earned a degree in education, psychology, and counseling. During his time there, he was a proud member of the Corps of ...

Janet Rose Hobbs, 91, peacefully entered the presence of her Lord on March 21, 2026. At the time of her passing, she was recovering from a broken hip, facing the challenge with the same resilience and grace that defined her life. Born on February 5, 1935, to Leslie and Beulah Rose, Janet was raised in Clarksville, Texas, as the eldest of three daughters. Her life’s journey was rooted in an unwavering faith, a devotion to family, and a deep love for the communities she ...

Donna Gail Tippit Strunk, surrounded by her loving family at home, passed peacefully into the arms of Jesus on March 19, 2026, following a brief battle with cancer. A private memorial service will be held at a later date. Donna was born on February 24, 1965, in Paris, Texas, to Harrell Tippit and Anita Hurley Tippit. She graduated from Paris High School in 1983, she was in the blazettes and FFA during her high school years. Donna spent 4 years as a customer service specialist at TCIM. She ...