Obituaries

Obituaries

Dorothy Elizabeth Jansson

Dorothy Elizabeth Jansson

Apr 12, 2026

Dorothy Elizabeth Jansson was born February 22, 1930, in Brooklyn, New York, to parents William and Florence (Paget) Hutchinson.

She grew up in New York and moved to Texas in 1975. Married her husband Edward Belz Jansson in 1954 and they were married for 55 years.

Dorothy enjoyed painting and loved to watch Texas Rangers baseball.

Dorothy is survived by her children Kathy...

Cole Jeffrey Sotzen

Cole Jeffrey Sotzen

Apr 9, 2026

Cole Jeffrey Sotzen (38) son of Jeff and Carla Sotzen and brother of Cody Sotzen, all of Plano Texas was born August 14, 1987 and was called home to be with God on April 9th, 2026.

He was born and raised in Plano and attended Plano Senior High School. Cole lived his abbreviated life with exuberance and a contagious laugh, which...

David Michael Perkins

David Michael Perkins

Apr 8, 2026

David Michael Perkins, a disciplined finance executive, fiercely competitive athlete, and deeply devoted Christian whose mentorship and steady presence shaped both family and colleagues, died April 8, 2026, at the age of 74.

Born February 17, 1952, and raised in Grand Prairie, Texas, David earned the nickname “Toe” as a standout kicker at Grand Prairie High School, where he was known...

Peggy Joyce (Bolton) Williams

Peggy Joyce (Bolton) Williams

Apr 7, 2026

Peggy Williams, age 96, completed a long and wonderfully fruitful journey on April 7, 2026, leaving behind a legacy of love and laughter. 96 years was simply not enough, but Peggy packed more joy and kindness into them than most ever could.

Born October 31, 1929, to Richard and Berta Bolton, Peggy was an only child. Having been born only two...

Jacklyn Joy (Goodroe) Young

Jacklyn Joy (Goodroe) Young

Apr 7, 2026

Jacklyn Joy Goodroe Young, 85, of Plano, Texas passed away peacefully on Tuesday, April 7, 2026.

Jackie was born in Houston on January 31, 1941. She was the daughter of Edward Goodroe and Johnnie Lee Gillenwater Goodroe.

Jackie graduated from Stephen F. Austin High School where she met and married her high school sweetheart, Austin Prentiss Young III. Over more than 20...

Imelda Hipona Bayani

Imelda Hipona Bayani

Apr 6, 2026

Imelda Hipona Bayani of Plano, Texas, passed away peacefully on April 6, 2026, at the age of 71. Surrounded by her loved ones, Imelda left us with the same grace and quiet strength that defined her entire life.

A dedicated professional, Imelda was a Certified Public Accountant in both the Philippines and the United States, enjoying a distinguished career spanning over...

Jose Mario Fajardo

Jose Mario Fajardo

Apr 5, 2026

Jose Mario Fajardo, 83, peacefully passed away on April 5, 2026, in Allen, Texas. He was in the comfort of his home surrounded by his loving wife and family as he peacefully transitioned to be with our Lord and Savior.

He was born on January 20, 1943 in El Salvador (Central America) and as a young boy, his parents instilled in...

Vellie Buzon King

Vellie Buzon King

Apr 2, 2026

Vellie Buzon King, age 62, passed away peacefully on April 2, 2026, surrounded by the love of her family, friends that are like family, and the faith that carried her throughout her life.

Born on January 10, 1964, in Davao City, Philippines, to Rodrigo and Zeny Buzon, Vellie was the third of five children. She spent much of her life both...

Frank J. Kozel, Jr.

Frank J. Kozel, Jr.

Apr 1, 2026

Frank J. Kozel, Jr., a devoted husband, father and grandfather, passed away on April 1, 2026 in Richardson, Texas at the age of 80. Frank was born July 1, 1945, to Frank and Anna Mae Kozel in Cleveland, Ohio.

While growing up in Cleveland, Frank attended Saint Benedict’s Grade School and Benedictine Catholic High School. For his undergraduate degree Frank attended...

Katherine Lynnette Smith

Katherine Lynnette Smith

Apr 1, 2026

Katherine “Kathy Lynn” Lynnette Smith, lovingly known as “Ma” by her grandson Jordan, passed away peacefully on April 1, 2026, at the age of 57. She was born on May 8, 1968, and was a devoted mother, grandmother, daughter, sister, aunt and friend whose kindness and warmth touched everyone who knew her.

Kathy was born to Walter “Wally” and Ginger Smith...

Sara Hogan Narinesingh

Sara Hogan Narinesingh

Mar 31, 2026

Sara Hogan Narinesingh, 45, of Plano, passed away on March 31, 2026, after a difficult battle with cancer.

Sara was born April 24, 1980, to parents Tom and Caron Hogan. She carried on the legacy of her family’s business started by her father Tom. She loved making connections with her customers from all over the DFW metroplex. She also loved shopping,...

Steven James Wunderlich

Steven James Wunderlich

Mar 29, 2026



"It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Steve Wunderlich, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, uncle, brother, and friend, who left this world peacefully on March 29, 2026, at the age of 73.

Born in Harvey, Illinois, Steve was the cherished son of Donald and Kay Wunderlich. He was preceded in death by his loving parents and his...

Gary Wayne Bell

Gary Wayne Bell

Mar 29, 2026

Gary Wayne Bell, 72, of Plano, Texas, went to be with his Savior on March 29, 2026.

He was born on September 26, 1953, in Dallas, Texas. He was the eldest son of Victor and Betty (Baker) Bell and brother to Jimmy Bell and Karla Silvas.

Gary had a heart of gold and was a friend to all. He had a strong...

Doris Janette Grossi

Doris Janette Grossi

Mar 25, 2026

In loving memory of Doris Janette Grossi of Dallas, Texas, who passed away at the age of 87 on Wednesday, March 25, 2026, at her home. She was born on October 29, 1938, in Ventura, California, to the late Virgil and Lucy Rentfrow.

Today we celebrate the life of Doris Grossi, or—as we affectionately called her—GG. GG led her life with...

James Joseph Bueche

James Joseph Bueche

Mar 25, 2026

James Joseph Bueche, age 90, died peacefully on March 25, 2026, at Vitality Court Texas Star Memory Care in Allen, Texas, after a long battle with Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s diseases. He was born in Baton Rouge, Louisiana on November 10, 1935. James was the eldest son of Frank and Rachel (Samson) Bueche and brother to Melvin Bueche, son-in-law to Sam...

Erick Milton Tomas

Erick Milton Tomas

Mar 25, 2026

Erick Milton Tomas, 40, passed away on March 25, 2026, in Plano, Texas. He was born December 26, 1985, and spent his early childhood in Lima, Peru before moving to Dallas, where he grew up and later built his life.

Erick was an entrepreneur at heart—creative, driven, and always pursuing new ideas. He was a natural communicator who connected easily with...

Billy Bob Farris

Billy Bob Farris

Mar 24, 2026

Billy Bob Farris, 54, of McKinney, Texas, passed away on March 24, 2026.

He was born on June 30, 1971, in Dallas, Texas, to Tom and Jeanie Farris. Billy graduated from Charles Page High School in Sand Springs, Oklahoma, in 1989, where he excelled in football and wrestling. He went on to attend Northwestern Oklahoma State University on a football scholarship....

Mary Lou Hewitt

Mary Lou Hewitt

Mar 23, 2026

Mary Lou Hewitt was born in Littlefield, Texas on March 6, 1940, to parents Robert and Minta Barker. She was met at the pearly gates on March 23, 2026, by her beloved parents, her sister Edith and brother Bobby.

She married Doyle Robert Hewitt in Littlefield, Texas on October 9, 1958, and he preceded her in death on April 5, 2008.

Mary...

Paul Joseph O'Donnell

Paul Joseph O'Donnell

Mar 23, 2026

Paul Joseph O’Donnell, beloved infant son of Brian and Haley O’Donnell, was born into eternal life on March 23, 2026, just four days after his birth on March 19, 2026, in Plano, Texas.

His parents received the news of his fetal hydrops diagnosis three hours before his birth and though his time on earth was shorter than they had hoped, Paul...

Moses David Holmes, Jr.

Moses David Holmes, Jr.

Mar 20, 2026

Moses David Holmes Jr. was born January 28, 1956, in Chicago, Illinois. On March 20, 2026, Moses received his Heavenly call to be with the Lord and Savior. At an early age Moses accepted the Lord, prayed daily, and was an astute Bible reader.

Paulette, his wife, friend, and confidant shared a life of devoted love, admiration, and numerous hilarious moments...