Obituaries

Sally Ruth Ogden

Sally Ruth Ogden

May 30, 2026

Sally Ruth Lakey Ogden passed gently and gracefully into heaven on May 30th after a lengthy battle with Alzheimer's Disease. She was residing in both the Lutheran Sunset Hope Center and the Lutheran Sunset Home in Clifton, TX for seven months before God took her home.

Sally was born on October 9, 1937, to parents Troy and Nona Lakey in Broaddus,...

Arnold Wilson

Arnold Wilson

May 28, 2026

Arrangements pending. 

James Alton Campbell

James Alton Campbell

May 20, 2026

James Alton Campbell, 72, passed away at his home in Clifton, Texas, on May 20, 2026, with his wife of 52 years at his side.James was born March 31, 1954, to John and Elsie Welch Campbell. He grew up in Clifton, Texas, and was a 1972 graduate of Clifton High School, where he played football and ran track. In his...

Edward Lear

Edward Lear

May 19, 2026

Edward Arnold Lear at the age of 71, passed away peacefully in his sleep in the early morning hours of May 19, 2026.Edward was born in Dallas, Texas on December 7, 1954. He was the son of Clyde and Annie Lear.He was married on November 25, 1981 to the love of his life, Jackie Lear. They lived their life in...

Anna Marie Lindley

Anna Marie Lindley

May 16, 2026

With heavy hearts and cherished memories, we announce the peaceful passing of Anna Marie George Lindley, who left this world on May 16, 2026, at the age of 84. Born on July 9, 1941, in De Leon, Texas, Anna Marie was the beloved daughter of Kirk and Wade George. She departed this life after a brief illness, surrounded by the...

Dannie Lee Patterson

Dannie Lee Patterson

May 13, 2026

Dannie Lee Patterson, 54, passed away on May 13, 2026. A Celebration of life will be held from 12:00-2:00 P.M. on Saturday, June 6, 2026, at Laguna Park Community Center, 560 FM 3118, Clifton, TX 76634.

Janet Berger

Janet Berger

May 12, 2026

Janet Berger, 74, of Clifton, passed away on Tuesday, May 12, 2026. A Celebration of Life will be held at 11:00 A.M. Monday,  June 15, 2026 at The Old Mercantile at 127 N. Ave D, Clifton, TX 76634. The obituary is forthcoming. 

Marie Whitehead

Marie Whitehead

May 9, 2026

It is with heavy hearts and profound gratitude for a life well-lived that we announce the peaceful passing of Marie Whitehead, lovingly known as "Mamaw" to her cherished family and friends. Born Marie Wiseman on October 20, 1945, in Houston, Texas, she departed this life on May 9, 2026, surrounded by the warmth and love of her family, after weeks...

Donna Ruth Schlaepfer

Donna Ruth Schlaepfer

May 3, 2026

Donna Ruth (Shawn) Schlaepfer, 61, passed away on Sunday, May 3, 2026.

Donna was born in Abilene and grew up around Albany. She later made her home in many places throughout her life, especially enjoying her years in Arcadia, where she worked for Burger King and Winn-Dixie. Since 2017, Donna has resided in Clifton with her longtime friends, John and Vanessa...

Frances Sather

Frances Sather

May 2, 2026

Frances Betty (Prescher) Sather (83) entered into her eternal, heavenly home with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, surrounded by her children and family at her home on May 2, 2026, in Clifton, Texas.

Visitation with the family will be Wednesday, May 6th from 5:30 to 7:00 pm at Clifton Funeral Home in Clifton, Texas. The service will be Thursday, May...

Margaret Marie Hite

Margaret Marie Hite

Apr 10, 2026

Margaret Marie Hite, age 96, passed away on April 10, 2026 shortly after telling her daughters she had “thanked Jesus for a long, lovely life”. Margaret was born March 3, 1930 in New York City to Marceline Becker Fletcher and the late Lester Fletcher, who died 3 days before her birth. In her younger years, growing up near the seashore...

Cynthia Boyd

Cynthia Boyd

Apr 6, 2026

Cynthia Elaine Boyd, 70,  passed away on Monday, April 6, 2026, at Willow Park. The obituary is forthcoming. 

Steven Wayne Baker

Steven Wayne Baker

Mar 29, 2026

Steven Wayne Baker, born on January 20, 1954, in Fairbanks, Alaska, passed away on March 29, 2026. He grew up in Rotan, Texas, and graduated from Hamlin High School in 1972. Steven was a dedicated computer programmer, a career he pursued with passion and skill.

Steven enjoyed simple pleasures. He loved fishing, watching NASCAR races, and cheering on the Minnesota Vikings....

Timothy Albert Smith

Timothy Albert Smith

Mar 28, 2026

Timothy A. Smith, 57, of Clifton, Texas, formerly of Johnston, Rhode Island, passed away peacefully on March 28, 2026. Born in Providence, he was the son of the late Dennis C. Smith and Vincenza (Trombetti) Smith.

Tim was a kind and generous soul who was always willing to lend a hand to anyone in need, he would truly give the shirt...

John Norman

John Norman

Mar 23, 2026

John Mark Norman passed away in Clifton, Texas on March 23, 2026. He is preceded in death by his parents, John William Norman and Nora Young Norman. John was born on August 11, 1952, in Dallas, Texas. He attended schools in Dallas and Lancaster, Texas. His chosen profession was an electrician at which he excelled. He is survived by his...

Jackie Lynn Lear

Jackie Lynn Lear

Mar 15, 2026

Jackie Lynn Lear, 62, of Clifton, passed away on Sunday, March 15, 2026. Jackie was born in Ft Worth, TX, on February 5, 1964. She married the love of her life on November 25, 1981. She was known for her love of cats. She was a very faithful Christian woman. She enjoyed baking, collecting knick-knacks, and all things piggies. Her...

Donald Ray Stryker

Donald Ray Stryker

Mar 10, 2026

Donald Ray Stryker, beloved cousin, passed away unexpectedly on March 10,2026, at the age of 78. Born on October 6, 1947, in Clifton, Texas. Don’s father Clarence (Billy) Stryker was in the army and was assigned to multiple posts around the world during Don’s formative years. Several posts including Massachusetts, Iran and Okinawa were home to the family. He graduated...

Mary Marguerite Bergman

Mary Marguerite Bergman

Mar 4, 2026

Born on a cattle and sheep ranch in the Pottsville Community, Hamilton County, Texas, on January 6, 1922, the great-granddaughter of Norwegian and German immigrants. Died peacefully March 4, 2026 at the age of 104.

Visitation: 1:15 p.m. and Memorial Service: 2 p.m. on Saturday, March 14, 2026 at the First Presbyterian Church, 211 S. Avenue G (Highway 6), Clifton, Texas;...

Billy Gene Meinkowsky

Billy Gene Meinkowsky

Feb 27, 2026

Billy Gene Meinkowsky, 63, of Clifton, passed away peacefully at his home surrounded by family on February 27, 2026.Billy was born on July 23, 1962, in Clifton, Texas, and was a proud lifelong member of the community he loved so deeply. He graduated from Clifton High School in 1980, where he left his mark both on and off the field....

David Loyd Holliday

David Loyd Holliday

Feb 23, 2026

David Loyd Holliday, 54, of Hewitt, Texas, passed away peacefully on Monday, February 23, 2026, surrounded by his family.

He was born on September 26, 1971, in Naples, Texas, to Willard Loyd Holliday, Jr. and Carolyn Keith Holliday. He graduated from Mt. Pleasant High School in 1990 and went on to become a co-owner of Swift Uniforms in Waco, Texas, where...