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Local obituaries for Azel, TX


Grover Cleveland Wormley Jr.

Grover Cleveland Wormley Jr.

Feb 24, 2025

Grover Cleveland Wormley Jr. was born in Bryan, Texas, to Grover Cleveland Wormley Sr. and Mateva Blake Wormley on December 7, 1948. He was the oldest of ten siblings—three brothers and six sisters.

Grover graduated from Kirkpatrick High School in Fort Worth, Texas, in 1967. Over the years, he became known as...

Laura Ann Stum

Laura Ann Stum

Feb 23, 2025

Laura Ann Stum, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great-grand nana, and friend, passed away peacefully on February 23, 2025. Born in Madera, California to Barnie and Ina Goodell, Laura grew up in Sansom Park, Texas, alongside her siblings Florence, Ima Geane, and her late brother Oscar (Sonny).

Laura's life was defined by love—for her family, her friends,...

Jimmy Ybarra Alvarado

Jimmy Ybarra Alvarado

Feb 22, 2025

Jimmy Ybarra Alvarado, a devoted father from Azle, Texas, passed away peacefully on February 21, 2025, surrounded by his loving family. He leaves an enduring mark on the lives of those who knew him. Jimmy was born on May 30, 1950, in San Antonio, Texas, and spent much of his adult life in the Fort Worth, Texas area....

Harold Dean Pierce

Harold Dean Pierce

Feb 21, 2025

In Loving Memory of Harold Dean Pierce

1953 - 2025

With heavy hearts yet deep gratitude for the love he shared, we announce the passing of Harold Dean Pierce, who departed this life on February 21, 2025, in Fort Worth, Texas. Born on April 30, 1953, in Bridgeport,...

Charles Lee West

Charles Lee West

Feb 19, 2025

Charles "Chuck" Lee West Charles "Chuck" Lee West, a devoted family man, honorable veteran, and steadfast friend, passed away on February 19, 2025, in Fort Worth, Texas, at the age of 69. Born on October 19, 1955, in Waco, Texas, to Ed Franks and Rose Brasier-Goltz, Chuck lived a life defined by loyalty, integrity, and an...

Kathleen Elizabeth Nabors

Kathleen Elizabeth Nabors

Feb 14, 2025

Kathleen Elizabeth Nabors February 24, 1962 – February 14, 2025 Kathleen Elizabeth Nabors, born Kathleen Elizabeth "Kathy" Roberts on February 24, 1962, in Ada, Oklahoma, passed away on February 14, 2025, leaving behind a legacy of love, strength, and resilience. She was the cherished daughter of Grady Neal Roberts and Billie Jo Tipton-Roberts, and the beloved...

Aretes Elaine (Brannen) Tubbleville

Aretes Elaine (Brannen) Tubbleville

Feb 14, 2025

In Loving Memory of Aretes Elaine "Elaine" Tubbleville

1956 - 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Aretes Elaine Tubbleville, a beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, and friend. Elaine passed away peacefully on February 14, 2025, in Fort Worth, Texas, at the age...

Christopher Allen Ballenger

Christopher Allen Ballenger

Feb 6, 2025

In Loving Memory of Christopher Allen Ballenger

1986 - 2025

Christopher "Chris" Allen Ballenger passed away on February 6, 2025, at his home in Irving, TX. He was 38 years old. While his exact cause of death is not yet known, Chris had faced multiple health challenges throughout his life due to spina bifida.

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John Polanco

John Polanco

Feb 5, 2025

John Polanco, a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and proud United States Marine, passed away on February 5, 2025, in Fort Worth, Texas, at the age of 70. Born on November 21, 1954, in Big Spring, Texas, to his loving parents, Bernardo Polanco and Esperanza Vega-Polanco. John was a man whose life was defined by faith, dedication, and love...

Darrell Glenn Cox

Darrell Glenn Cox

Feb 1, 2025

In Loving Memory of Darrell Glenn Cox

1960 - 2025

It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Darrell Glenn Cox, who left us peacefully at his home in Azle, Texas, on February 1, 2025, at the age of 64.

Darrell...

Penny Sue (Savely) Tipton

Penny Sue (Savely) Tipton

Feb 1, 2025

Penny Sue Tipton February 12, 1946 – February 1, 2025

Penny Sue Tipton passed away on February 1, 2025, in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. Known for her intelligence, creativity, and kindness, she left a lasting impact on everyone who knew her. Born on February 12, 1946, in Red Bluff, California, to James and...

Nancy Carol Lowe Green

Nancy Carol Lowe Green

Jan 30, 2025

Nancy Carol Lowe Green 10/7/1957 – 1/30/2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the peaceful passing of Nancy Carol Lowe Green, age 67, of Weatherford, Texas, on January 30, 2025, in her sleep. Born on October 7, 1957. She was the beloved daughter of the late Bobby W. and Johnnie Imogene Lowe.

Nancy...

Michael Thomas Kloberdanz

Michael Thomas Kloberdanz

Jan 27, 2025

In Loving Memory of Michael Thomas Kloberdanz

1944 - 2025

With profound love and deep sorrow, the family of Michael Thomas Kloberdanz announces his passing on January 27, 2025, in River Oaks, Texas. Surrounded by his beloved family in his final moments, Michael departed this world with the...

Amye Leigh (Read)  Read

Amye Leigh (Read) Read

Jan 25, 2025

In Loving Memory of Amye Leigh Read

1980 - 2025

It is with great great sadness that the family of Amye Leigh Read announce her passing. Amye Leigh Read, 44, passed away peacefully holding hands with her mother and sister on Saturday January 25, 2025 in Azle Texas Amye was born on September 17,1980 to...

Christopher Blake Hays

Christopher Blake Hays

Jan 24, 2025

In Loving Memory of Christopher Blake Hays

1957 - 2025

With hearts filled with sorrow yet gratitude for a life well lived, we mourn the sudden passing of Christopher Blake Hays, who was called home on January 24, 2025, at the age of 67, in Willow Park,...

Michael (Mike) Cruz

Michael (Mike) Cruz

Jan 21, 2025

In Loving Memory of Michael (Mike) Cruz

1953 - 2025

It is with profound sadness and heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Michael "Mike" Cruz, beloved father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, and friend. Mike passed away peacefully at his home in Azle, Texas, on Tuesday, January...

Maria Jesus Flores

Maria Jesus Flores

Jan 16, 2025

Maria Jesus Flores

1952-2025

Con profundo dolor y tristeza, anunciamos el fallecimiento de nuestra querida madre, abuela, bisabuela y amiga, María Jesús Flores, quien partió de este mundo el 16 de enero del 2025 en Fort Worth, Texas. María Jesús nació en Honduras, hija de Guillermina Flores,...

Katherine Ann (Reed) Kroener

Katherine Ann (Reed) Kroener

Jan 8, 2025

Katherine Ann Kroener December 26, 1959 – January 8, 2025 With profound sadness, we announce the passing of Katherine Ann Kroener, a beloved wife, mother, and friend. She departed this world on January 8, 2025, in Azle, Texas, leaving behind a legacy of love, devotion, and cherished memories. Born on December 26, 1959, in Fort...

Mary Louise (Strain) Jackson

Mary Louise (Strain) Jackson

Jan 6, 2025

In Loving Memory of Mary Louise Jackson December 29, 1932 – January 6, 2025 Mary Louise Jackson (née Strain), a beloved matriarch, storyteller, and source of joy to all who knew her, passed away peacefully on January 6, 2025, in Azle, Texas, at the age of 92. Born on December 29, 1932, in the small...

Gerald Don Mote

Gerald Don Mote

Jan 3, 2025

In Loving Memory of Gerald Don Mote

1942 - 2025

Gerald Don Mote, 82, made his arrival in heaven on Friday, January 3, 2025. He was born on November 6, 1942, in Dublin, Texas to Lloyd and Reta Sanderfer-Mote. He was preceded in death by his parents...

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