2017 Obituaries

Joseph Jerome Hellmann, III, died unexpectedly while travelling abroad on October 6, 2017 at the age of 72.  Joe was born on June 19, 1945 in Louisville, Kentucky to Joseph Jerome Hellmann, Jr., and Georgia Eubanks Hellmann and was the middle of three children.  He loved reminiscing about his upbringing in Germantown with his beloved siblings, Joyce and Gary, with whom he shared a lifelong love of music, particularly jazz and blues.

After graduating Trinity High School in Kentucky, Joe received a degree from Baker University in Baldwin City, Kansas, where he met and married the love of his life, Jane Jones Hellmann.  They were happily married over 49 years until her passing, and together raised two beloved daughters, Amy and Heather.

Joe worked in the chemicals and plastics industry for over 42 years in various commercial-related roles; 20 years with DuPont while living in Kansas, Delaware, Connecticut and Texas; 22 years with Occidental Petroleum (Chemical) in Illinois, and the last 20 years (before retirement in 2010) working in Dallas with their international businesses involving extensive worldwide travel.  He made lifelong friendships during his trips around the globe, which he treasured and maintained in his retirement.  It was also during this time which he heightened his interest in international foods and wines, as well as golf, and did his best to enjoy them as often as possible!

After devoting many years to the care of his beloved wife “Janie”, Joe was able to embrace his passion for travel as a tourist.  This past year, he enjoyed visits to Florida, Louisiana, Utah, Kentucky, Missouri, Kansas, Maine, and further adventures to England and Italy.

Joe loved his friends and family deeply and richly, but none so especially as his grandchildren.  They brought him great pride and joy, and he was active and involved in their lives.  Joe never missed the opportunity to let those in his life know that he loved them.

Joe was preceded in death by his parents, wife Jane Jones Hellmann, and sister Joyce Hellmann Bizot. He is survived by daughter Amy Hellmann Waterbury and grandsons Mark Henry Waterbury, V, and Joseph Garrett Waterbury of Allen, TX; daughter Heather Hellmann Johnson and husband Clay, granddaughter Emily Jane Johnson and grandson Matthew Morgan Johnson of Sulphur Springs, TX; daughter of his heart Jill Moyher Wede and husband Scott of Lantana, TX; brother Gary Hellmann and wife Debbie of Clemmons, NC; brother-in-law Richard Byron Bizot, Sr. of Jacksonville, FL; brothers and sisters-in-law Robert Jones and wife Sandy of Overland Park, KS and Ernest Jones and wife Nancy of Richmond, MO; cousin Donna Hellmann and Ben Coggins of McKinney, TX; and beloved friend Pat Schrader of Plano, TX, and numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, and dear friends.

A funeral Mass celebrating Joe’s life will be held at 3:00 pm on Friday, October 20, 2017 at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic Church, 2700 West Spring Creek Parkway, Plano, Texas 75023.  Reception in parish hall after the service.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to Parkinson Voice Project, 646 North Coit Road, Suite 2250, Richardson, Texas 75080.
 

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James M. Ryan

October 4, 2017

James M. Ryan “Jim” of Plano Texas, passed peacefully surrounded by his family on October 4th 2017 at the age of 85 after a long battle with MDS.

Jim will be lovingly remembered by his wife of 52 years, Bonnie Ryan and his children Tim and Anita Ryan, Michael and Jheri Knowles, Victor and Angie Ryan and Michael P. Ryan.
Jim is also survived by his 9 grandchildren Nicole, Ken, Michael, Preston, Christina, Christoph, Oliver, Simone and Ayleen. His 5 great grandchildren, Kaleb, Addison, Vincent, Dylan and Ellie. He will also be remembered by his brother John “Jack” Ryan and sister-in-law Barbara Ryan. Jim is preceded in death by his parents Albert and Mary Ryan. He will be greatly missed by all his family and friends.

Jim had a passion for flying, genealogy, HAM radio, and exploring the back roads of America with his best friend Bonnie. An avid history buff, he documented the Santa Fe Trail and contributed to rail and aviation museums.

Jim was a Navy veteran and an accomplished private pilot with over 2000 hours of general aviation flight time.  Among his accomplishments, he pioneered wireless communications by presenting the world’s first briefcase telephone as the marketing VP for Tel-Com in the early 70’s and was responsible for securing the initial cellular mobile telephone frequency allocations from the FCC for AT&T and Bell Labs. Jim helped to shape the technology and infrastructure for Collin County and the City of Plano and served in numerous appointments and committees including Chairman of the technology board and director for the Plano Conservancy for Historic Preservation.

A Celebration Memorial of Jim’s life will be held on October 12th at 11:00AM, at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic Church, 2700 W. Spring Creek Parkway in Plano, Texas. Reception to follow in the Parish Hall. Burial will take place in Tennessee.

Memorial donations may be made to the MDS Foundation in memory of James “Jim” Ryan.
https://www.mds-foundation.org/donate/

Follow the links below for more information on Jim’s profile and genealogy research.
http://vicryan.com/JMR_Web_Root/jmrprofile.htm

http://vicryan.com/JMR_Web_Root/genes/index.htm

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Natalie Carolyn Clemens

November 25, 1996 - October 1, 2017

Natalie Carolyn Clemens, 20 of Anna, TX died on October 1, 2017, in Dallas, TX. Born November 25, 1996, to Joseph Richard and Kathryn Marian Clemens in Southfield, MI. Natalie was a cashier, make-up artist and photographer. She is survived by her siblings: Lauren, Megan and Owen Clemens and future brother-in-law, Chris Mulder.

Funeral Mass and Interment will be held October 10, 2017, at 10:00am at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic Church in Plano, TX. Reception will follow in the Parish Hall. 

n lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Hope Kids: hopekids.org. This organization was life-changing for Natalie and all of JKLMNO.

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Martha “Ann” Guidry

January 11, 1936 - October 2, 2017

Mrs. Ann Guidry, age 81 of Allen, TX, passed away on October 2^nd, 2017 in Allen. She was born on January 11, 1936 in Atlanta, Georgia, to James and Maxie (Cook) Starnes. She married James C. Guidry on November 14^th, 1953 in Jacksonville Beach, Florida. Mrs. Guidry was a member of St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic Church. She was also a member of the Plano Cenacle of St. Mark the Evangelist Catholic Church. Mrs. Guidry was a homemaker and loving wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother.
 
Mrs. Guidry is survived by daughters, Deb Shaw and husband Brian of McKinney, Kim Cox and husband Gary of Allen, Tammy Guidry and wife Judi of Richardson; grandchildren, Jennifer Knight, Jason White, Justin Lemons, and Chelsea Turner; great-grandchildren, Emma Knight, Graham Knight, Abigail Knight, Braxton White, Anastyn White, Ella Lemons, Gunnar Turner, Peyton Turner, Chloe Worthington, and Gauge Worthington; brothers, James W. Starnes, Vinson T Starnes, Andy Starnes, John A. Starnes; and numerous nieces, nephews, and other loving relatives.
 
She was preceded in death by her husband, James C. Guidry; her parents; sister, Jimmie M. Starnes; grandson, Stephen Lemons; and great-grandson, Denham White.
 
A Mass of Christian burial will be held at 10:30 a.m., Thursday, October 5, 2017 at St Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic Church, 2700 W. Spring Creek Parkway, Plano, Texas 75023. Reception in the parish hall.  Interment will follow at Ridgeview Memorial Park, 2525 Central Expressway N., Allen, Texas 75013.

Memorial donations may be made in Ann’s name to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, Tennessee 38105 or www.stjude.org.
 

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Peggy Gayle Phillips

December 23, 1943 - September 14, 2017

Funeral services will be held for Peggy Gayle Phillips on Saturday, September 23, 2017. Mrs. Phillips passed away early Thursday morning, September 14, 2017 after a long battle with breast and ovarian cancer. The Funeral Mass will begin at 11:00 am at St. Elizabeth Seton Catholic Church in Plano, Texas, and burial services will be held at Sacred Heart Cemetery in Rowlett, Texas. The family will receive visitors at 7:00 pm Friday, September 22 at Ted Dickey Funeral Home in Plano, Texas followed by the praying of the Holy Rosary at 8:00 pm.

Survivors include her husband, John of 52 years, her children: John David Phillips; Gayle Phillips Harden, husband Brigham, children Lily, Ian, and Zoe (grandchildren), husband Frankie, children Unique, Violet, and Julian (great-grandchildren); and Peggy's brother, Duane Randall Hundley. She was preceded in death by her parents Florence A. Hundley and Arthur R. Hundley.

Mrs. Phillips graduated in 1961 from Thomas Jefferson High School in Dallas, Texas, where she met her husband, John Francis Phillips. They were married on November 14, 1964. They briefly lived in Las Vegas, Nevada, while John completed his service with the Atomic Energy Commission, and then returned to Texas where they have lived since. Peggy was completely devoted to her family, always making sure everyone was loved, well fed, and clothed. She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. She had a great passion and respect for all life in general, as demonstrated by her years of endless devotion to rescuing and fostering animals in need and working with animal charities. She lead by example, and her unconditional love, selflessness, and compassion made her a model of the Christian spirit.

In lieu of flowers, the family feels that Peggy would best be honored by a donation in her name to Operation Kindness or Feral Friends.

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Frances C. Condit

January 16, 1943 - September 3, 2017

Frances C. Condit, 74, of Plano, Texas passed away peacefully at home on September 3, 2017.  She was born on Staten Island, New York, on January 16, 1943.  She graduated high school in 1960 from Notre Dame Academy and in 1964 earned a Bachelor of Science in Chemistry from Notre Dame College now part of St. John’s University. 
 
After living the first 27 years of her life in New York, 1970 until 1975, was spent moving several times. First to Toledo, Ohio, then to Baltimore, Maryland, followed by a brief stay in Sommerville, New Jersey, before making her home in Texas.  Fran’s family was very important to her. She was a devoted mom to her two children being a stay-at-home mom, soccer coach, school volunteer, Girl Scout cookie mom and holding countless other roles.
 
In the late 1970s Fran returned to the workforce at MPF Research.  She remained with MPF (now Realpage) until she retired in 2005. 

Her biggest joy in life was being a grandmother.  For many years, she spent every Saturday evening spoiling her grandchildren.  She went annually to the circus, didn’t miss a children’s’ concert, and traveled to Disney World three times.  
 
In 2015 after a lengthy illness, Fran moved into Brookdale Collin Oaks Assisted Living.  She was proud to be made a Resident Ambassador and enjoyed helping with activities.  She never slowed down and always had new ideas and projects in the works.
 
Fran is survived by a son and daughter-in-law, KC and Laura Condit, a daughter and son-in-law, Dawn and Tom Brown, two grandchildren, Rachel and Jason Brown, her brother, William Cooke, two nieces and five great-nephews and great-nieces. 

A funeral mass will be held at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic Church at 2700 W. Spring Creek Parkway in Plano, TX, on September 22, 2017, at 3:00pm.  Interment will follow the mass at the columbarium of the church.  Family will host a reception for all at the church. In lieu of flowers please make a donation in her name to Texas Cares Cat Adoption and Rescue (www.texascares.org) or White Rock Dog Rescue (www.whiterockdog.org)

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Stewart Jody Lo

February 26, 1978 - August 28, 2017

Stewart Jody Lo, 39, of Dallas, Texas, passed away suddenly on August 28th, 2017 in his home of natural causes.

The celebration of Stewart’s life will be held on Tuesday, September 5th, 2017 at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton in Plano, Texas. Open viewing will be held at 1:00PM, followed by Mass service at 2:00PM, with reception to follow. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that you consider donations in memory of Stewart Jody Lo to support Hurricane Harvey Victims through the American Red Cross donation services website at https://www.redcross.org/donate/donation.

Stewart was born February 26th, 1978 in Lubbock, Texas. He attended and graduated from Episcopal School of Dallas in 1996, attended the University of Texas at Dallas and graduated with his BA degree in 2006. His employment centered on his passion for direct customer relationships, through his positions with companies such as Toni & Guy, PFS Web, and his family business, Marco Polo Florist. His incredible thoughtfulness, attention to detail and unbiased devotion to his family and friends will be remembered by all who held the honor of his presence.

Stewart is survived by his parents, Steven & Faye Lo of Dallas; his brothers Robert and Jonathan Lo of Los Angeles, his paternal grandmother Kay Lo of Houston. He is also survived by several Aunts, Uncles, Cousins and countless friends.
 

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Victoria Gimeno Angustia

November 21, 1941 -  August 25, 2017

Victoria Angustia passed away on August 25, 2017 at the age of 75 after losing a long and hard-fought battle against pancreatic cancer, which she was diagnosed with in February of 2016.
 
Victoria is survived by the children, Ferdinand Olan, Noel Olan, Rodrigo Olan and Anna Olan-Smith; her siblings Dr. Alberto Angustia, Melencio Angustia, Eduardo Angustia, Hamlin Angustia, Alicia Angustia-Tran and Lani Vergeldedios. She is preceded in death by her parents and her brother, Danilo Angustia.
 
Victoria was born in Manila on November 21,1941 to Arcadio and Bonifacia Angustia. She graduated from Philippine Women’s University with a Bachelor’s Degree in Nutrition, in 1972, she moved to the United States with her four young children.

Victoria was a devoted mother, grandmother, sister and friend. She was a hard-worker who continued to serve others as a caretaker for the elderly during her later years in life, never one to leave anyone hungry, she spent her free time in the kitchen cooking delicious. home-cooked meals and serving them to friends and family. Above all, Victoria was remembered as being a devout Catholic and a woman of unwavering faith – she was an active member of prayer groups within the Catholic community and enjoyed performing service as a Eucharistic Minister. She will be dearly missed by loved ones and all who had the privilege of knowing her.
 
A visitation will be held on Friday, September 1, 2017 from 6-8pm at Restland Funeral Home. The funeral service will be held on Saturday, September 2, 2017 at 11am at Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton Church in Plano. 

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Harold Childs PhD

September 14, 1942 - August 18, 2017

Dr. Harold Childs entered life on this earth on September 14, 1942. He was born to Mercy Childs and Mary Faison and was one of four siblings. He attended grades K-12 in the public schools of Jacksonville, FL, and graduated from Stanton Senior High School.

Harold pursued his post secondary education at Edward Waters College where he earned a bachelors and masters degree in the area of sociology. Upon finishing his collegiate studies, Harold entered the military service as a United States Army Infantry man. During the course of his 2.6 years of service, he earned medals as a M1 Rifle Sharpshooter, M1Rifle Marksman, and a M14 Rifle Sharpshooter.

After being honorably discharged, Harold was employed in several jobs in Jacksonville including Director of a Methadone Drug Assistance Program. Ultimately, he found the one that satisfied him most – Director of the Jacksonville Parent Child Center. This was a federally/locally funded program that provided a range of comprehensive services for young children and their parents. He took great pride to ensure that this was one of the best projects nationally and it was recognized as such.

Harold was invited, applied for and was awarded a fellowship in the University of Nebraska-Lincoln's doctoral program in secondary education. There he served as a graduate assistant to the Dean of the Secondary Education Department - Dr. Ward Sybouts. He was a secondary education major with a focus in sociology. Upon the awarding of his doctorate degree, Harold became an Assistant Professor at the University of Texas at Dallas. In addition, he served as an employee/consultant of the Dallas Independent School District as a teacher and administrator at all grade levels.

Amongst his hobbies, Harold loved fishing (fresh water and salt water), taking on the odds of casino slot machines, caring for his tropical fish, and bid whist card playing. He became a member of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc. as an undergraduate student and served also as a faithful member of the graduate chapter in the Dallas/Plano area.

Harold dated and married his one true love - Catherine Pitman (Cathy), and together, they reared two wonderful, successful sons – Kevin Thomas and Dr. Konata Childs. 

Harold was preceded in death by his beautiful wife –Cathy Childs, his parents – Mary Faison and Mercy Childs, a stepfather – Leotis Scriven, his beloved sisters Thelma and Mary Alice as well as his nephew Darryl.

Harold is survived by his loving sons Kevin Thomas and Dr. Konata Childs in the Dallas, Texas area, a sister – Betty Lois in Jacksonville, FL, nieces Jacqueline, Jannese, Jeanne, Jewel, and Kimberly, nephew Stanley, and a host of fraternity brothers, neighbors, colleagues, and friends.

In lieu of flowers please consider a donation honoring Harold to the American Heart Association : 
https://donatenow.heart.org/?s_src=NAV

The funeral services will be held on Saturday, August 26, 2017, at 10:00am with Fr Javier Diaz presiding at Ted Dickey West Funeral Home, 8011 Frankford Road, Dallas, Texas 75252, 972-407-6070.  Internment will be on Monday, August 28, 2017 at 11:15am at Dallas Fort Worth National Cemetery, 2000 Mountain Creek Parkway, Dallas, Texas 75211

Arrangements under the direction of Ted Dickey West Funeral Home, Dallas, TX.

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Rod Armstrong

August 18, 2017

Rod was born in Covington, Virginia the same county as his parents and one county over from where his great, great, great grandfather lived.  Growing up he spent summers on his grandparents’ farm on a river in the Alleghany Mountains of Virginia leaving an imprint on his soul.  He graduated from Covington High School in 1961, going on to the University of Virginia where he earned a Masters in Chemistry.  After graduating university, Rod returned to his hometown of Covington where he taught math and served as the head wrestling coach, as well as an assistant football coach for 8 years. He then earned an MBA from William & Mary after which he worked at a bank in Richmond before moving to Texas in the late 70s to work for EDS.  Once in Texas he met the love of his life, Kathy, and her daughter Selena. 

Rod & Kathy were married in October of 1980.  Among his roles at EDS, Rod spent time as a lobbyist in DC before working in a division selling-off subsidiary’s, which led Rod to his final career as CEO of his own company after deciding to buy one of the divisions he was tasked to sell.  In 1989, he incorporated the new business as Perrless Systems Inc. naming it after his grandfather’s creamery in Virginia where Rod had his first job loading crates of milk and cases of Coke from the next-door Coca Cola bottling plant onto their respective delivery trucks. Over the next ten years Rod expanded the company taking it public in 1996 and eventually selling it to Jack Henry & Associates in 1998 upon which he was able to take an early retirement.

Upon retirement, Rod poured himself even more fully into his life’s passion, which was growing, showing, and judging Daffodils; the middle of a three-generation family to do so.  Rod maintained an extensive Daffodil garden in his beautifully landscaped creek-bordered yard in Plano, Texas as well as an even more exhaustive daffodil garden at his family farm in the mountains of Virginia.  His garden in Plano was known throughout the neighborhood.  He was, perhaps, never more at peace or at home than he was amidst his daffodil field in Virginia.  As an over 30 year member of the American Daffodil Society he was a fixture on its board, often alongside lifelong friends of his parents, serving in many capacities including two-terms as treasurer, one term as president, judging school instructor, and in many more ways.  For his years of service to the society he was awarded the ADS Silver medal for lifetime achievement in 2015.  Rod absolutely cherished his daffodil friends, whom he often called family.

Rod was also a 27+-year member of St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic Church in Plano, Texas, where he served as an usher and on the parish finance committee.  In 2003, he converted to Catholicism after devotedly attending weekly mass alongside his family for 20+ years.

Rod is survived by his wife Kathy, children Selina Kelley Brooks and her husband Mike, Andrew Perry Armstrong and his wife Celeste DesOrmeaux, grandchildren Kelley Marie Guerrero and her husband Andrew and Brendan Michael Brooks, great-granddaughter Scarlett Marie Guerrero and one more on the way. Rod is preceded in death by his sister Beverly McLaughlin, Sally Bingley and her husband Chuck and his parents.

A Mass of the Resurrection will be celebrated, Saturday, August 26, 2017 at 10:30 A.M. at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic Church, 2700 W Spring Creek Pkwy, Plano, Texas, 75023.  A reception will immediately follow.
In lieu of flowers, his family asks for donations to be made to the Boys Home in Virginia.

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Casimir Marcio

January 10, 1932 - August 09, 2017

Casimir “Ace” Marcio died peacefully on Wednesday, August 9, 2017 in McKinney, Texas at the age of 85. He was born January 10, 1932 in Yonkers, New York.

Casimir was in the United States Army and served his country in the Korean War, stationed in Okinawa. After the war, he married the love of his life, Madeline Daly, on October 2, 1954, and then became a father to his only child, Kathleen. He worked for his entire career at the Reliable Automatic Sprinkler Company, working his way up to Director of Quality Control. He retired in 1995 and moved with Madeline to be with his daughter and granddaughters in Texas.

He loved playing and watching sports – whether football, baseball, basketball or hockey. He rooted for the Philadelphia Eagles and teased his family about being lifelong Cowboys fans. He loved playing sports in his younger days with his buddies from the Glenners sports club. But he loved nothing more than his “girls.” From taking care of his wife, to raising his daughter and helping raise his granddaughters, he coached softball, had family dinner every Sunday, and was there every day after school to help with homework. He was a wonderful husband, father and grandfather and will be greatly missed. 

Casimir is survived by his daughter Kathleen Arena and his granddaughters Lindsey Coffey and Kristin Welsh. He was preceded in death by his loving wife of 62 years Madeline Marcio, his parents Wladislaw (William) and Mary (Kuster) Marcio, his four brothers John, Joseph, Anthony and Stanley, and his sister Stella Jablonka.

A Mass of the Resurrection will be celebrated, Wednesday, August 16, 2017 at 10:00 A.M. at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic Church, 2700 W Spring Creek Pkwy, Plano, Texas, 75023. A reception will immediately follow the Mass. Casimir will be laid to rest at the Dallas Ft. Worth National Cemetery, Dallas, Texas at 1:30 P.M. the same day.

In lieu of flowers, his family asks for donations to be made to the Alzheimer’s Association

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Michael Andrew Haller

April 16, 1964 - June 28, 2017

Michael Andrew Haller, 53, a native of Alexandria, Louisiana and current resident of Plano, Texas passed away June 28, 2017, in the comfort of his home surrounded by his loved ones.  He was the son of Patsy Anne (Teague) and George Jack Haller, Sr.  During Mike's battle with cancer he never lost sight of his faith or sense of humor. 

He is survived by his wife of 24 years, Karen Dugas Haller; daughter, Jean; sons Daegan, Jaim and Jack; brothers, Jack (Lori) Haller, Jr. and David (Chandra) Haller. He was preceded in death by his parents. 

The Haller family would like to express their sincere gratitude for all the love and support from their family and friends during Mike's courageous fight,  They are beyond grateful for the excellent care received from Christopher Stokoe, MD, Cindi Bedell, NP and their wonderful staff at Texas Oncology. "No one fights alone".

Services will be held at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic Church, 2700 W. Spring Creek Parkway, Plano, Texas, 75023, beginning at 10:00am on July 13, 2017 with the recitation of the rosary, followed by Mass of Christian Burial at 11:00am. A  Mass of Christian Burial is to follow the service. The family will receive friends during a reception immediately following the service in the Parish Hall. 

Memorials may be made in Mike's memory to the Lustgarten Foundation - Pancreatic Cancer Research at lustgarten.org.

As his brother David wrote to Mike in his last days, "Cancer may win the battle, but Christ has won the war, little brother."

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Frederick Wayne (Fred) Dunn

June 27, 1937 - June 26, 2017

Frederick Wayne Dunn was born June 27^th 1937, Lake Forest, Illinois, to Ralph & Lucille Dunn. Fred passed away on June 26^th 2017 in Plano, Texas at 79 years. 

He grew up in Lake Forest, Illinois. After graduating from the Missionary Oblates of Mary Immaculate Seminary he enlisted in the United States Marine Corp. Reserves. He went on to coach football at St. Mary’s, Lake Forest, Il. where he met and later married the love of his life, Karen Frenzel, an English teacher at the school.  The couple relocated from the Chicago area in 1971 when Fred opened his own chemical and janitorial business, Fred-zel Supply Company. A true Irishman, he always had a twinkle in his eye and a grin on his face. He was known for his congenial personality, giving nature and fun sense of humor.  He radiated love and it was felt by all who encountered him whether it was a stranger or lifelong friend. His first love was spending time with his grandchildren, especially teaching them poker.  He looked forward to card games with his friends and loved spending time with their many friends, especially during their annual St. Patrick’s Day Party.  He prioritizes were evidenced in his devotion to faith, family, friends & football. Watching the Dallas Cowboys was a religious experience at the Dunn home.  During baseball season his loyalties remained with the Chicago Cubs (2016 World Series Champions) & the Texas Rangers. A man of unwavering faith, his Catholic Community was a constant source of comfort in his life and he had an extraordinary devotion to Mary.

He is survived by his wife of 55 years, Karen; his two children, and seven grandchildren: Daughter Kim Dunn Landon, son-in-law Kirk, grandchidlren Blake Landon, Jeff Landon (wife Kaylee Nordt) and Sami Landon.  Daughter, Tammy Dunn Amosson, son-in-law Brett Amosson, grandchildren, Joshua, Jacob, Luke and Brooke Amosson. He is precedded in death his brother Ralph, survived by nieces Kari Dunn Volpe, Kelli Dunn Johns and nephew Fitz Dunn. Also preceded in death by his half-sister Patricia Paul. Survived by nephews, Steven Paul (wife Virginia), Roy Paul and Jeff Paul (wife Rosemary).

A memorial mass will be held on Thursday June 29^th at 2pm at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic Church, 2700 West Spring Creek Parkway, Plano, Texas 75023. Friends are invited to the family’s home following the service.

In lieu of flowers, the family has requested remembrances made to either Scottish Rite or St. Jude’s Children’s Hospitals or the charity of choice.

The family wishes to express their immeasurable gratitude to their many friends, as well as those in the medical community who have accompanied them on their journey.

May the road rise to meet you
May the wind be ever at your back.
May the sun shine warm upon your face,
and the rains fall soft upon your fields.
And until we meet again,
may God hold you in the palm of his hand.

Arrangements are under the direction of:
ARIA Cremation Service & Funeral Home

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David Anthony Benesh

April 28, 1948 - June 23, 2017

David Anthony Benesh Our beloved father, Paw-Paw, brother, teammate and friend passed away June 23rd 2017 from natural causes at the age of 69. Dave was the son of William Foy Benesh and Frances Elizabeth Nolan Benesh and the third of their three children. Both his brother, Joe, and sister, Kathy, meant a tremendous amount to him.

Growing up, Dave loved to play sports and excelled in baseball as a pitcher. He played baseball and graduated from both St. Thomas High School in Houston in 1966 and Texas A&M University in 1970. His teammates called him Big Dave and Rabbit. He was known as a fierce competitor who was always a positive force in the dugout but wouldn't hesitate to spit in the eye of every opponent he faced. Not only did he dominate on the field, he was just as determined in the classroom as shown by his Masters of Statistics earned in 1972 from Texas A&M. He used his education and un-paralleled work ethic in the business world with Texas Instruments, Mostek, and several companies he helped start with his business partners and friends.

Dave was also a loving father and grandfather. He was married 18 years to Frances Boudreaux Benesh who gave birth to his only son, Andrew, in 1976. Andrew's two sons, Will and Blake, refer to their grandfather as Paw-Paw. Dave loved his son and grandsons so, so much. He would never hesitate to tell them how much he cared about them and how much he believed in them. This meant more to them than Dave ever knew.

All who knew Dave will miss his positive disposition and selfless nature.

Dave is preceded in death by his parents and his brother.

Dave is survived by his son, Andrew Benesh and wife Julie, their two children, Will and Blake, his sister, Kathy and her children, Megan, Scott, Stephanie, and Tom.

A memorial service to celebrate Dave's life will be held Friday, June 30, at 10:30 am at Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic Church 2700 Spring Creek Pkwy, Plano, TX 75023.  Arrangements under the direction of Ted Dickey West Funeral Home, Dallas, TX. 

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Jeffrey Brandt

Beloved Husband of Maria
Funeral Mass will be held on Monday, June 19, 2017 at 11:30 am.
 

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Peggy (Dorothy A.) Welter

June 5th, 1931  ~  June 12th, 2017

Peggy (Dorothy A.) Welter, age 86, of Plano, Texas, died June 12, 2017. She was born June 5, 1931 in Nevada, Missouri, to Roscoe C. and Genelda Bush, and was the eldest of four siblings. She was extremely responsible and dependable, going to work at the age of 12 for the Barron Movie Theater in Pratt, Kansas. After high school, she began working for Southwestern Bell Telephone Company in Pratt, where she met the love of her life, Lyman Welter. They were married on June 16, 1962. Their careers took them from Pratt, to Wichita, to Topeka, and Kansas City, Kansas, and finally Lyman was transferred to Plano in the early 1980s, and they lived here until their deaths.

Lyman preceded her in death on July 13, 2000. They had just celebrated their 38th wedding anniversary. Peggy continued to live independently in their home for almost 17 years, as she remained active, celebrated friendships and family, and faithfully attended their church, St. Elizabeth Ann Seton.

In addition to her dear husband, Lyman Welter, Peggy was preceded in death by her parents, Roscoe C. and Genelda Bush, and her youngest sister, Betty Lee (Bush) Graham. She is survived by her younger sister, Pebble Johnson of Dodge City, Kansas, and her younger brother, James R. Bush of Newton, Kansas, and several nieces and nephews.

Our dear Aunt Peggy always enjoyed spending time and playing games with her many nieces and nephews; she always said we were more fun. She will be missed, as she was deeply loved.

A Mass of the Resurrection will be celebrated Friday, June 16, at 3:00 PM at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton, 2700 W. Spring Creek Parkway, Plano, Texas. Peggy will be laid to rest on immediately following the mass at Plano Mutual Cemetery, 18th Street and Jupiter, Plano, Texas.

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Steve Johnson

Beloved Husband of Barbara Johnson.
Vigil Service on Wednesday, June 14, 2017, at 7:00pm in the Church.
Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Thursday, June 15, 2017, at 11:00am in the Church.
Reception to follow in the Parish Hall.



 

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Cornelius Thomas (Tom) Dorans

December 3, 1928 - May 23, 2017

Cornelius Thomas (Tom) Dorans, born on December 3, 1928 in Port Richmond, in Staten Island, New York, passed away on May 23, 2017, in his home at The Legacy at Willowbend in Plano, Texas.  Tom graduated from Port Richmond High in 1946.  He was drafted into the Army in 1951, serving in Germany during the Korean War.  He went on to receive his Bachelor of Law at St. Johns University, New York in 1957, and his Masters of Law from NYU School of Law, New York in 1962.  Tom practiced law in New York City at Thacher, Proffitt & Wood, LLP until 1966 when he began a career focused in Real Estate Law with The J.C. Penney Company, starting in New York City and then relocating to Plano, Texas in 1988.  He retired from J.C. Penney in 1994 and remained in Plano, Texas.

Tom married his wife, Jean (formerly Fager), also from Staten Island, New York in July of 1951. They celebrated their 65th anniversary in 2016. They lived, among other places, in West Brighton and Westerleigh in Staten Island, where they raised their family of 7 children and were very active members of Blessed Sacrament Church. Tom served on the Parish Counsel and was a lector at Sunday masses.  

In 1988, they relocated to Plano, Texas and became members of St. Elizabeth Ann Seton parish where Tom volunteered his services as a lector, Pre-Cana marriage counselor, and CCD instructor.  After his retirement, Tom continued his volunteer work counting the collection money, tutoring ESL students, reading books on tape for the blind and being a test proctor at a local school. 

Tom is predeceased by 2 sons, Glenn and Douglas, and 2 of his brothers, Edward Dorans (Marilyn) and William Dorans (Linda).  He is survived by his wife, Jean, his sister, Dorothy Gaeta, and his sons Michael, Barry, Keith and David, his daughters, Ellen Giblin and Anne Sullivan, his sons-in-law, Joseph Giblin and Edward Sullivan, his daughters-in-law, Laura, Charlotte, Lisa Marie and Rebecca, 4 grandchildren – Svetlana Hurst (Brendon), Elizabeth, Kathryn and Matthew and 1 great grandchild, Kai Hurst. He is predeceased by his grandson, Bradley. 

A Memorial Mass will be held at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Church in Plano, Texas on Friday, May 26th at 3:00pm. Reception to follow in the Parish Hall.
 

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Martin Paul Newman

December 28, 1962 ~ May 7, 2017

Martin Paul Newman, age 54, of Plano, Texas passed away on May 7, 2017. He was born on December 28, 1962 in Dallas, Texas to Suzanne (LeBel) Griffin and Martin Van Buren Newman. Paul, as his family and friends knew him, had many passions his loved ones admired him for. An athlete from a young age, he enjoyed swimming, football, adventure, cooking, providing for his family, and the Dallas Cowboys.

Paul is survived by his three children, Zachary Paul Newman, Marilyn Sophie Dorsey and her husband Brett, and Emily Rebecca Newman; mother Suzanne Griffin; sister Michelle Newman; and aunt Valerie LeBel Flatley. Paul is preceded in death by his father, Martin Van Buren Newman and his brother Jeffery Newman.

A Memorial Mass will be held at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic Church at 2700 W. Spring Creek Parkway, Plano, Texas 75023 on Wednesday, May 24^th at 11:00am.  Interment will take place in the Columbarium at the Church of the Holy Communion Anglican Pro Cathedral Church at 17405 Muirfield Drive, Dallas, Texas 75287 at 1:00pm.
 

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Joyce Yager

Beloved mother of Doty Anzovino
Funeral Mass will be celebrated on
Monday, May 15 at 4:30pm
In the Chapel
Fr. Bradley presiding
Burial in Seton Columbarium
 

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Vincent A. Laino

November 21, 1927 ~ May 3, 2017

Vincent Augustine Laino Sr., 89, of Richardson, passed away on May 3, 2017, in Plano.

Vincent is preceded in death by his parents Carmine and Raphaella Laino, in-laws Ludwig and Hildegard Probst, brother Thomas Laino and sister in-law Ruth Laino. 

Vincent is survived by his beloved wife Rita, daughter Monica and husband David Harris and son Vincent Jr. and wife Inah Laino, Grandchildren Rita and Andrew Harris, and Minji Son, and his "other" daughter Kathy Hart Brown.

Vincent was the kindest of men and will be missed by all who knew him.

Funeral services will be held at 3:00 PM Tuesday, May 9, 2017, at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic Church, Plano, officiated by Father Bruce Bradley.

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Madeline (Daly) Marcio

January 23rd, 1928  ~  April 28th, 2017 

Madeline (Daly) Marcio was born January 23, 1928 in Yonkers, New York, she was the daughter of the late Patrick and Mary (Mahoney) Daly. She died peacefully on Friday, April 28, 2017 in McKinney, Texas after a long illness. She was 89.

Madeline attended Gordon High School in Yonkers. She married the love of her life Casimir Marcio on October 2, 1954 in Yonkers and was a devoted homemaker. She loved shopping with her sisters, volunteering at her daughter’s school, dancing, singing, watching John Wayne movies and spending time with her grandchildren. She always put her husband, daughter, grandchildren and the rest of her family first in her life.

Daly is survived by her husband Casimir, her daughter Kathleen Arena and her granddaughters Lindsey Coffey and Kristin Welsh, sisters Anna Fitzpatrick, Eileen Fitzpatrick, Patricia Maniscalco, Sharon O’Sullivan, Theresa Potochak and her brother Michael Daly. In addition to her parents, her two sisters Rita Stone and Margaret Marcio preceded her in death.

A Mass of the Resurrection will be celebrated, Thursday, May 4, 2017, at 10:00 A.M. at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic Church, 2700 W Spring Creek Pkwy, Plano, Texas, 75023, Father Martin Mwangi, Celebrant. The family will receive friends at a visitation for one hour prior to the Mass. A reception will immediately follow the Mass. Daly will be laid to rest at the Dallas Ft. Worth National Cemetery, Dallas, Texas.

In lieu of flowers, her family asks for donations to be made to the Alzheimer’s Association, alz.org.

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Ralph William LaRovere

September 12, 1935 - April 22, 2017

Ralph William LaRovere of Allen, Texas passed away on April 22, 2017.  He was born on September 12, 1935 in Jersey City, New Jersey to Michael and Ann (Petra) LaRovere.  On June 30, 1962, he married Gloria Ann Sileo in Wood-Ridge, New Jersey.  Ralph worked for JC Penney for 36 years.
 
He is survived by his wife of 55 years, Gloria Ann Sileo LaRovere; daughter, Monique Losson and husband, David, of Dallas, Texas; son, Ralph-David LaRovere and wife, Larraine, of Colleyville, Texas; daughter, Michelle Wasinowicz and husband, Romeo, of Barrington, Rhode Island; grandchildren, David and Daniel Losson; Christopher, Niccolo and Marco LaRovere; Scarlett-Anne Wasinowicz; sister Ann Radossich of Rochelle Park, New Jersey.
 
Mass will be at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Church, 2700 West Spring Creek Parkway, Plano, Texas 75023 on Thursday, May 4, 2017, at Noon.
 
In lieu of flowers, the family suggests a donation to Faith Presbyterian Hospice, 12477 Merit Drive, Dallas, TX 75251

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Steven Bourdon

February 2, 1957 – April 19, 2017

Steven Bourdon, beloved husband of Mary Bourdon, has passed away.
The funeral mass will be celebrated on April 28, 2017 at 10:30am in the church.
Fr. Martin will preside. Reception in Seton Room will follow the funeral.
 
Burial will take place at another time

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Sarah Ann O'Dwyer

February 16, 1954 - April 13, 2017

Sarah Ann O’Dwyer was born February 16, 1954 in Lapeer, Michigan, to parents William and Joyce Dwyer. She was the fifth of nine kids in a large Irish Catholic family. In her early 20s, she moved to Fresno, California, and attended Fresno State University. After college, she met the love of her life, Mike. They had two children, Kallie and Will, and moved from Fresno to Seattle, finally settling in Plano, Texas.

Sarah was devoted to her family above everything else. Instead of spending time and money on relaxing beach vacations, she made multiple trips a year to Michigan to visit family. She would rather sit around a table, drinking beer and playing Euchre with her brothers, than almost anything else. This devotion to family was never more evident than the time she spent with her children and grandchildren. Nothing brought her as much joy as spending holidays in the kitchen, with a glass of wine in her hand, surrounded by those loved ones. When she became a grandmother, it came as no surprise that her grandchildren were her pride and joy. She relished the weekly FaceTime calls with them and even braved many cold New York winters just to play with them on her birthday.

Singing was her passion. A member of the choir at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton for 20 years, she could frequently be heard throughout the house singing hymns following church on Sundays. She loved Irish music and culture, and she enjoyed many days and nights singing her favorite Irish songs at family reunions. Nothing made her prouder than when her son, Will, would play her favorite Irish tunes on his violin.

Sarah was most known for her sarcastic wit and bright smile. She connected with people wherever she went, with her teasing sense of humor. She was loyal, carrying with her many friends, from all parts of her life. She was beautiful, aging as gracefully as any woman could. And she lost her two and a half year battle with cancer peacefully, at home, surrounded by family and friends.

Sarah is survived by her husband Michael Glanville, daughter and son-in-law Katherine and Ernest Goodwin, son William Glanville, grandchildren Tara, Caitlin and Declan Goodwin, brothers Michael Dwyer, Timothy O’Dwyer, Patrick Dwyer, Thomas O’Dwyer, Neil O’Dwyer, Daniel O’Dwyer and John Dwyer. She was preceded in death by her parents William and Joyce Dwyer, sister Nora Drozan, father and mother-in-law Theodore and Wanda Glanville.

A Vigil Service will be held at Thursday, April 20, 2017 at 7:00 P.M. at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic Church, 2700 W Spring Creek Pkwy, Plano, Texas 75023. A Mass of the Resurrection will be celebrated the Friday, April 21, 2017 at 10:30 A.M. A reception will follow the mass in the Parish Hall. Sarah will be laid to rest on Monday, April 24 at 1:00 P.M. at East Lawn Cemetery, Lake Orion, Michigan.

If desired, contributions may be made in Sarah’s name to Ovarian Cancer Research Fund Alliance, ocrfa.org or Cure Alzheimer’s Fund, curealz.org

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Robert McCray

August 20, 1940 ~ April 5, 2017

Robert D. McCrary was born in Tyler, Texas to Carroll Harvey McCrary and Mary Delay McCrary on August 20, 1940. He passed away on April 5, 2017 in Plano, Texas of complications of cancer. He is survived by his wife of 49 years, Vicky McCrary, his daughter Larra Michelle McCrary and her partner Angie Makinen, and his son Joseph Mark McCrary and wife, Shoshana, and their three sons: Eli, Gabriel and Micah.

Bob graduated from Tyler John Tyler High School and the University of North Texas. He served in the United States Army as a radio and communications specialist. He served two years and returned to Texas to complete his education. After graduating from the University of North Texas in 1970 with a degree in business, Bob worked in business and then decided to change his direction and become a machinist. He always liked working with his hands so this was right up his alley. After he could no longer work with his hands he returned to the business sector.

Bob was fascinated by the possibilities of space travel and read Science Fiction voraciously. He was also interested in the history of World War II, and the battles he remembered hearing about on the radio as a child. He loved flying and was interested in the types of warplanes developed during the war. As his children came along, Bob became the ideal fan of all of their soccer games, baseball games and basketball games. He rarely missed a game, cheering for their victories and consoling them on the losses. In his later years, Bob most enjoyed mowing his lawn and keeping it looking neat, watching the six o’clock news (a habit engrained in him by his parents) and watching television.

In 2008 he assumed a new role: his daughter Larra was seriously injured in an automobile accident and was bed bound for seven months. Bob assumed part time care of Larra, in a tender and loving fashion. A very close bond was formed during this time between Father and Daughter. Playing with grandchildren became a favorite activity for Bob. He was the kind of “Grampa” who would roll on the floor with them, make funny faces and funny noises and just in general have a good time with them. They will miss him very much.

Bob left behind a family who loved him as much as they were in turn loved by him. Bob always believed in being an honest, “good” man and he was. He learned to be a “Southern Gentleman” from his parents and never strayed from that ideal.

A memorial mass will be held, Thursday April 20, 2017 at 11:00 am at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic Church, 2700 W. Spring Creek Pkwy. Plano, Texas 75023. Reception will follow in the Parish Hall.
 

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John William Schultz

March 6, 1927 ~ March 21, 2017

John William Schultz passed away peacefully, surrounded by family in McKinney, Texas on March 21, 2017. He was born in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma March 6,1927 and lived there most of his life. He raised seven children, three of whom have preceded him in death. The surviving family consists of three daughters, one son, eight grandchildren, 16 great grandchildren and his devoted dachshund, Daisy May.

Following high school graduation, John enlisted in the United States Coast Guard. He was assigned to the US Navy and served on the USS General Gordon Troop Transport on missions to Marseille, France, the Panama Canal, Manila and Yokohama, Japan. Following his honorable discharge in Seattle, Washington in 1946, he returned to Oklahoma City to pursue his degree in chemical engineering at the University of Oklahoma. As a Navy reservist, he was recalled to active duty in 1950 and served two years at Pearl Harbor. Later, John became a United States Air Force civil employee at Tinker Air Force Base. During his tenure, he was honored with The Meritorious Civilian Service Award for his role as Chief Procurement Officer on the B52 Major Structural Modification Program. He retired in 1990 and soon after relocated to Corpus Christi, Texas.

John was a devout Catholic all his life. His concern for others, especially ”the poorest of the poor”, is evidenced by his support of dozens of Catholic charities. The most important of these, The Ark Assessment Center and Emergency Shelter for Youth in Corpus Christi, became a labor of love for him. He was a major benefactor, but gave equal parts time, energy and talent to expand and improve the facility. He often spoke of the dedication of those who run The Ark and their commitment to the children in their care.

He enjoyed history, conservative politics, the stock market, spicy food, tennis on TV, jazz and the Dallas Cowboys. He shared his religious convictions freely, and through his example he made better people of us all. Now John is at peace with Our Lord in Heaven and will be remembered lovingly by those he left behind.

A Mass of the Resurrection will be celebrated on Friday, April 21, 2017 at 3:00pm at Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic Church, 2700 W. Spring Creek Parkway, Plano, Texas 75023 with Father Bruce Bradley, Celebrant. John will be laid to rest in the Seton Columbarium. A reception will follow.

A Mass and Memorial will be held on Sunday, April 23, 2017 at 2:00pm in the Chapel at the Ark, 12960 Leopard Street, Corpus Christi, Texas.

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Kathy Patricia Touchstone Mullen

July 9, 1960 ~ April 10, 2017

Kathy Patricia Touchstone Mullen passed away Monday, April 10, 2017 in Cleburne. She was born July 9, 1960 in Dallas to Jesse Warren and Dorothy Ann Brown Touchstone. She married Peter Michael Mullen on Nov. 21, 2003 in Plano. 

Mrs. Mullen worked as a critical care registered nurse. She was a loving wife, stepmother, daughter, sister, and a dear friend to many. She was an animal lover and was of the Catholic faith. 

Survivors include her beloved husband, Peter Mullen of Cleburne; son, Matthew Mullen and wife Angela and grandchildren, Kale, Jaxsen and Olivia, all of Bentonville, AR; siblings, Kelly Touchstone Loring, Pamela Touchstone, Trish Touchstone, Steve Touchstone; brother-in-law, Jim Loring; sister-in-law, Aimee’ Touchstone; nieces and nephews, Nathaniel Loring, Geniefer Loring, Stephen Touchstone, Leah Touchstone and Grace Touchstone; special friend, Tiago; her fur babies, Millie, Sierra, Angel, Mitch and Tyler; and many other relatives and friends who will miss her dearly. She was preceded in death by her parents and dogs, Moet, Geddie and Bubba. 

A memorial service for Kathy Patricia Touchstone Mullen, 56, of Cleburne will be conducted at 2:00 P.M., Saturday, April 15, 2017 in the Crosier-Pearson Cleburne Chapel. Chaplain Don Anderson will officiate. 
 
Memorial Mass will be celebrated at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Church on Monday, April 17, 2017 at 11:00a.m.  Rev. Bruce Bradley will be the celebrant
 

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Jennie Spadaro

June 19, 1927 ~ March 27, 2017

Jennie Spadaro was born June 19, 1927 in New York, New York to parents Domenick and Philomena Catalano. She went to be with the Lord on March 27, 2017. After spending her life in Long Island, New York, she and her husband of 65 years moved to Plano, Texas in 2015 to be near their daughter. She will be remembered for her gentle, loving spirit, generosity and the love of her family.

Jennie is survived by her beloved husband Alexander Spadaro, devoted mother to Dr. Anthony Spadaro and his wife Jody, Donna Donoghue and her husband Martin. A loving grandmother to Brian Donoghue and his wife Courtney, Jennifer Donoghue, Shannon Younger and her husband Stewart, Joseph Spadaro and his wife Karen, Cara Spadaro and Christian Spadaro. And one time great-grandmother to Jack Younger. Best friend and loving sister to Lucy Gregorio. Also by many adoring nieces and nephews. Jennie was preceded in death by her siblings Angelo Catalano, Domenick Catalano, Mary Luongo and Gloria Sirota.

A Mass of the Resurrection will be held Monday, April 24, 2017 at 11:00am at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic Church, 2700 W Spring Creek Pkwy, Plano, Texas. There will be a reception to follow the service in the parish activity center. Jennie will be laid to rest at Dallas Ft. Worth National Cemetery, Dallas, Texas.

If desired, memorial may be made in Jennie’s name to the National Federation of the Blind, www.nfb.orgmake-gift.
 

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Krysten Childs Pitts

Beloved child of Joe and Linda Childs
Memorial Mass will be held on Monday, April 10, 2017.
Msgr. Leon Duesman will be the celebrant. 
Reception will be held in the Parish Hall following the funeral.
Burial will be in Sacred Heart Cemetery.

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Mary Catherine Coates

December 4th, 1946  ~  March 23rd, 2017

Mary Catherine Coates was born on December 4, 1946 in Corsicana, Texas to parents Cecil and Mary Claire Williams. She went to be with the Lord after a brief illness on March 23, 2017.

Mary graduated from North Texas State University and was a social worker for kids at the state school in Denton. Most recently she worked at QMACS for 23 years where she met her best friend. She loved her job and the people she worked for. Mary was a devout Catholic with a very strong faith who truly believed in the power of prayer and may even take credit for her youngest grandchild. She was born to be a mother and her life was all about her kids and grandkids. Mary showed her children what unconditional love looks like and showed them daily. She loved to sit in her backyard to see the flowers and watch her beloved little dog, Lola, run and play. Her laugh was contagious and she loved to laugh. Mary was funny, silly, always kind and willing and wanting to help however needed.

Mary is survived by her children William Joseph Coates, Jr. and his wife Charlotte, Whitney Catherine Vandever and her husband Eric, Elizabeth Claire McMahan and her husband Guy, Mary Margaret Majorie and her husband Adam, grandchildren William Joseph Coates, III, Cortlandt Glover Coates, Annamarie Claire Vandever, Whitney Margaret “Meg” McMahan, Mary Claire Majorie, Patrick Francis Majorie, brother James Barclay Williams and his wife Jeanne and her former husband William Joseph Coates and his wife Dawn and many loving nieces, nephews and friends.

A Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Tuesday, March 28, 2017 at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic Church at 2:30pm with celebrant Father Bruce Bradley. She will be laid to rest in the columbarium at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton and there will be a reception to follow in the parish hall. If desired, contributions in Mary’s name may be made to Catholic Charities of Dallas, 9461 LBJ Freeway, Suite 128, Dallas, Texas 75243, and Phone: 214.520.6590 

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Terry Vorwerk

December 9, 1947 ~ March 6, 2017

Theresa M. Vorwerk, 69 of Georgetown, TX, passed away peacefully at home after a courageous battle with cancer on Monday, March 6, 2017 in Georgetown, TX, with loved ones by her side.  Theresa was born December 9, 1947 in Buffalo, NY to Valentine and Helen Mondrala.  She attended Villa Maria Academy. On May 24, 1969 in Buffalo, NY Theresa married Robert J. Vorwerk and together they have 2 daughters Amy and Robyn. 
 
Theresa is survived by her husband Robert J. Vorwerk of Georgetown, TX.  Daughter Amy Williamson, son-in-law Jeff and grandsons Kyle and Ethan Williamson of Aubrey, TX.  Daughter Robyn Herington, son-in-law Stephen, and grandson Elliot Herington of Round Rock, TX.  Aunt Emily Pasek of Buffalo, NY.  Sister Dorothy Mondrala of Buffalo, NY.  Sister MaryAnn Kenneth Mondrala of Buffalo, NY.
 
She is preceded in death by her parents Valentine and Helen Mondrala and her brother Richard Mondrala.
 
A Memorial Service to celebrate the life of Theresa will be held at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic Church in Plano, TX on Friday, March 17, 2017 at 10:30 am.  Msgr. Leon Duesman will be the celebrant.  Interment will be in The Seton Columbarium at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic Church. 

In lieu of flowers, please make a donation in Theresa’s honor to:  UT Southwestern Medical Center in Dallas, TX   Give to UTSW - UT Southwestern, Dallas, Texas

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Bob Causer

Robert Rex Causer, age 74 of Plano Texas, formerly of Fredericksburg, Virginia, died peacefully at his home on Friday, March 3, 2017. Bob was a retired funeral director, having worked many years for Covenant Funeral Service in Fredericksburg. Bob and his wife Cathy moved to Plano, TX after retiring, and both became active members of St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic Church. Bob was a member of the Knights of Columbus where he held a position of past Grand Knight and Trustee for St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Council #7850 and was currently the Faithful Navigator for Fr. Michael J. McGivney Assembly #3004. Bob loved his church and the Knights of Columbus, and was proud of the positions he held with them.

Bob was a beloved husband, father, stepfather, grandfather, great grandfather and friend to many and will be missed by all. He is survived by his wife Cathy of 31 years. Daughter, Jennifer Fleischauer and her husband Bobby of Ruther Glen, VA; three sons, Mark Causer and wife Anna, of Queens Creek, Az; James Causer, Robert Causer, Jr. and his wife Ginny of Lubbock, Tx; stepson Christopher Yarter and his wife Kristi of Chehalis, WA. He is also survived by 10 grandchildren and 5 great grandchildren.

There will be a Vigil Service at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic Church, Plano, TX, Thursday, March 9, 2017, from 7:00 – 9:00pm and a Memorial Mass, Friday March 10, 2017, at 10:30am. Reception to follow in the Parish Hall located in the Parish Activity Center next to the church.  A Memorial Service will be held at Covenant Funeral Service at a later date.

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Ginette Oliver

Beloved mother of Linda Simeone
Funeral Service will be held on Saturday, March 4, at 11:00am.
Internment in the Seton Columbarium will follow.
Fr. Bruce Bradley presiding.

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John Edward Wagner

January 4, 1947 - February 25, 2017

John Edward Wagner, 70, passed away on February 25, 2017, due to complications from pancreatic cancer. John was born on January 4, 1947, in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, to Lawrence E. Wagner and Edna Spangler Miall Wagner. He grew up in Puerto Rico as part of a military family and was fluent in both English and Spanish. As an adult, John worked for Sunoco, beginning in the warehouse and working up to a position as a Natural Gas and Liquids (NGL) Trader. As a Sunoco/Oryx representative, John volunteered to teach children’s literacy classes in Spanish. After working in Florida, Pennsylvania, and Texas, John retired for the first time in the early 1990s. He chose to remain active as a free-lance cameraman until 2001. During this career, John worked with countless celebrities, including Madonna, Clarence Clemmons, and Dick Clark.

John met the love of his life, Destiny, playing darts. Both participated on Team Mardi Gras, winning several division titles and the city championship one season. It was love at first sight, as John knew he and Destiny were meant to be when they shared their first dance. After a proposal, highlighted by a shooting star they took as a sign, John and Destiny married in Napa Valley, California on April 4, 2004. John and Destiny spent their marriage celebrating their love with date nights, fine dining, traveling, amateur photography, camping, and laughter. Together, they visited 46 of the 48 contiguous United States, Mexico, Puerto Rico, Canada, and numerous camping spots in the United States.

John is survived by his beloved wife and best friend of almost 13 years, Destiny; sons John Wagner, Michael Wagner (Judy), and Timothy Wagner, whom he shared with former spouse Donna McBride; grandson Zachary Wagner; brother Joseph Wagner (Barbara); nieces Jennifer Wagner and Amanda Wagner; their cherished cat, Spooky and countless friends around the world.

A Mass of the Resurrection will be held at 1:30pm on March 4, 2017 at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic Church, 2700 W. Spring Creek Parkway, Plano, Texas, 75023. Interment will be at the St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Columbarium and a reception will follow in the church Parish Hall.

If it is your wish, donations may be made in John’s memory to the Disabled American Veterans, P.O. Box 14301, Cincinnati, Ohio 45250-0301, phone: 1-877-647-VETS (8387), www.dav.org or other organizations supporting American veterans.

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Robert Bernard Eberl

April 2, 1920 - February 8, 2017

Robert Bernard Eberle, 96, died Wednesday, February 8, 2017, at his home in Plano, Texas. Bob was born in Chicago, Illinois, on April 2, 1920, to Bernard George and Loretta Mary Scheiber Eberle, and reared in Winnetka, Illinois. He graduated from the University of Minnesota, where he received an M.S. in Aeronautical Engineering. Bob and Betty were married in South St. Paul, Minnesota on June 15, 1943 and began their married life in Bridgeport, Connecticut, where Bob worked at Chance Vought Aircraft. They moved to Texas with Vought in 1948 and lived in Dallas until 2009, when they moved to a retirement community in Plano. Bob worked at Vought for 39 years and retired at the age of 62. He was an avid golfer and Bob and Betty loved to travel, both in their RV throughout the country and abroad. They were founding members of St. Monica Parish in Dallas.

Bob is survived by his children Julia Eberle, Mary Eberle, M.D. and John Eberle and his wife Stephanie, grancchildren Alex Popp, Austin Eberle and Erin Eberle, sister Dolores Arroyo and sister in law Louise Eberle. He was preceded in death by Betty, his wife of 72 years, sister Regina Coopat and brother Marcus Eberle.

The Mass of the Resurrection will be celebrated 10:00am Saturday, February 25, 2017 at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic Church, 2700 W Spring Creek Pkwy, Plano, Texas 75023. A reception will follow in the Parish Hall in the Parish Activity Center next to the church.

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John Stoffel

Loving husband of Mary.
Memorial Service at 3:00pm on February 17, 2017
Fr. Martin presiding

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Donald Nathaniel Blue

October 2, 1963 - February 9, 2017

Donald Nathaniel Blue, age 53, passed away Thursday, February 9, 2017 in Denison.

Don is survived by his family, daughter, Natalie Kurtz of Celina, TX; two grandchildren, mother, Carolyn Blue and brothers, William Blue of Aberdeen, Scotland, Scott Blue of Aubrey, TX and Douglas Blue II of Houston, TX.

Funeral Service will be held on Thursday, February 16, at 3:00pm in the church. Reception  will follow in the Parish Hall.  Burial will be in Colorado.  

Condolences may be registered online at www.fisherfh.com.  Arrangements are under the direction of Fisher Funeral Home in Denison.

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Oscar Garcia

Loving husband of Edith Garcia and father of Oscar and Samantha
Memorial Mass with internment in the Seton Columbarium will be on February 11, at 10:00am.
Oscar died in 2012.

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Kenneth Kay Steinkirchner

June 2, 1928 - February 3, 2017

Kenneth Kay "Ken" Steinkirchner was born on June 2, 1928 in Newton, Kansas to parents Arthur and Lucile (Bookwalter) Steinkirchner. He graduated from Kansas State University with a degree in Mechanical Engineering and as a member of Kappa Sigma fraternity.  He began his career with Warren Petroleum in Tulsa, OK and his advancement there led him to many domestic relocations with extensive international travel to countries such as Saudi Arabia, England and Argentina.  After thirty-two years, he finished his career with Warren Petroleum in Tulsa as the Vice President of Marketing. 

Shortly afterwards, Ken started a successful business and relocated to Houston, TX.  Later, he moved to Plano, TX to be closer to family and friends.  He was actively involved in the lives of his 5 children and 10 grandchildren, various community activities, his church, his friends and hobbies of golf, gin rummy, and travel. 

His is survived by his wife of sixty-five years Mary Rogene, children Robert (ShuJun), Grand Lake, OK, Richard (Carol), Tulsa, OK, Karen (Rick), Tucson, AZ, Jim (Leanne), Huntington Beach, CA, and Tom (Pam), Plano, TX, his ten grandchildren, two great-grandchildren, and siblings Arthur (Joyce), Marshall, MI and Ladeen (Dean), San Antonio, TX.
 
A Funeral Mass to celebrate Ken’s life will be held Friday, February 10, 2017 at 3:00 p.m. at Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton Church of Plano, 2700 W. Spring Creek Parkway, Plano, Texas 75023.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Salvation Army or Alzheimer's Foundation of America, NYC, NY.

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Eugene Josepth Sommerfelt

March 19, 1921 - January 30, 2017

Eugene J. "Gene" Sommerfelt, longtime resident of Plano, Texas, and formerly of Buffalo, New York, passed away peacefully on January 30, 2017. Gene was the son of Michael and Cecelia Kolacki Sommerfelt and was born March 19, 1921. He graduated from Kensington High School in 1939 and Canisius College in 1957. Gene served in the United States Marine Corps during World War II in California and on the Island of Espiritu Santo in the South Pacific. He married Magdalene "Madge" Dyker in 1948 and together they raised three children. Madge passed away in 1983.

Gene worked for National Gypsum Company for 29 years, a career he thoroughly enjoyed and which brought Gene and his family to Texas in 1976. He married Marie Cook in 1991 and last year they celebrated their 25th wedding anniversary. Gene especially enjoyed spending time with his children and grandchildren, attending their activities, and exercising with friends at the Cooper Fitness Center.

Gene was preceded in death by his first wife Madge, their twin sons Brian and Kevin, his sister Virginia Wright and his step-brother Leonard Kraska. He is survived by his wife, Marie; son Gary Sommerfelt and wife Kathryn, grandchildren Helen Sommerfelt, Michael Sommerfelt and wife Maria and their son Oliver; son Robert Sommerfelt and wife Suzanne, grandchildren Alyson and Dylan; and daughter Lori Moore and husband Glenn, and grandson Justin.

Visitation will be Thursday evening, February 2nd, from 6pm to 8pm at Ted Dickey West Funeral Home, 8011 Frankford Rd., Plano, Texas, 75252, located on the south access road of George Bush, east of Coit Road.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Friday morning, February 3rd, at 10 a.m. at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic Church, 2700 West Spring Creek Pkwy (at Independence), Plano, Texas 75023. There will be a reception at the church immediately following the service. Interment will follow at Sparkman Hillcrest Memorial Park in Dallas.

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 Rosalie Mary Bilicki Bruner

April 12, 1944 - January 18, 1917

Rosalie Mary Bilicki Bruner, 72, of Plano, Texas, passed away on Wednesday, January 18, 2017 after fighting an almost 3 1/2 year battle with Multiple Myeloma.

The Funeral Mass will be held on Saturday, January 28, 2017, at 10:00am at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic Church. Rev. Bruce Bradley of St. Elizabeth Ann Seton will be officiating. The reception will follow in the Parish Hall. Funeral arrangements are being handled by Gateway Funeral Home.

Rosalie was born in Milwaukee, Wisconsin on April 12, 1944. She graduated from Dominican High School. She attended Cardinal Stritch University with a major in Special Education. She was a sustaining member of the Junior League of Collin County and a life-long Republican.

Rosalie was married to James Gregory Bruner on April 2, 1964 and had three children; they were married 52 years.

Rosalie enjoyed gourmet cooking, vegetable and flower gardening, classical piano, volunteering in the community, and loving and supporting her children and grandchildren. She was always a lady - but had a spark of fun. The jewels in her crown included her strong sense of community and service, her dedication to family (hers and others), her lively sense of humor, her love of parties - planning, giving, enjoying - the queen of parties! She was also actively involved in the Junior League of Collin County and the many organizations that her children and grandchildren where involved in. Her impact in the community goes far and wide, and her legacy of giving back to the community will continue through all her children, grandchildren, adopted daughters and sons and their children.

Rosalie is survived by her husband James Gregory (Greg) Bruner, sister Maria Bilicki Werlein Wetzel, daughters Jamie Bruner Hanna (Al) and Jodie Bruner Rea (Ted), son Jay Gregory Bruner (Meredith), adopted daughter Lisa Jarrell (Russell), grandchildren Christopher William, Alexander Thomas & Katherine Ashleigh Hanna, Jessica Baie & James Austin Rea, stepson's John Edward & Thomas Hunter Rea and Caroline Kristin, Faith Anne, James Gregory Jr., and Dylan Thomas Bruner, along with Cameron Weston & Connor Winston Jarrell. She is also survived by her adopted daughters, their husbands and children and her many nieces, nephews and their children and other family and friends.

Rosalie is preceded in death by her parents Veronica Julia and Raymond Daniel Bilicki and brothers: Raymond, Daniel, and Ronald Bilicki.

In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be given to the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society. The family of Rosalie Mary Bilicki Bruner wishes to thank all our family and friends far and wide including our Faith Family, St. Elizabeth Ann Seton, the Junior League of Collin County, Boy Scouts, Girl Scouts, PTA, FFA and the countless organizations that have touched our lives. A special thank you to the Lymphoma Society for all their assistance during Mom's battle with cancer.

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John B. Chase Jr

September 28, 1930 - January 13, 2017

 

John B. Chase Jr. (Bud), 86, was born in Denver, Colorado on September 28, 1930 and passed away on January 13, 2017 at his home in Plano, Texas. John was preceded in death by his wife Barbara Chase; son, Michael Chase; father, John B. Chase; mother, Jennie (nee Stewart) Chase; sister, Jeanetta Hollihan and sister, Ann Chase.

Survived by son, Joseph (Sonia) Chase of Plano, TX; daughter, Ann (Kyle) Nickerson of Allen, TX; daughter, Suzanne Chase of McKinney, TX; son, John (Kozetta Thomas) Chase of Overland Park, KS; granddaughters, Rebecca Chase, Stephanie Nickerson, Kathleen Chase, Mindy (Will) Labrecque; grandsons, Steven Nickerson and Eric (Hannah) Chase; great-grandsons, Abel Labrecque, Wyatt Labrecque and Dax Nickerson; sister, Mae Mulcahy and brother, Daniel (Carol) Chase; his dear in-laws, and Uncle Bud’s numerous nieces and nephews. John grew up in Denver, Colorado. Following Graduation from West Denver High School in Denver, CO, he attended Colorado School of Mines and in 1953 graduated with a Geologic Engineering degree. He immediately went to work for Sinclair Oil Company. He served in the United States Army during the Korean War and was honorably discharged. After service to his country, he returned to Sinclair Oil which later became ARCO and remained there for 32 years. He moved often during his career and became a manager in the Exploration Systems Department prior to retirement.

John married the girl next door, his darling “Whisper”, Barbara Pepin in 1955 in Denver, Colorado. They were happily married for nearly 39 years until her death. His wide ranging interests led to participation in playacting, sports, volunteering, chili cook-offs and sharing his education in science and literature with anyone who was interested. He enjoyed spending time with family and friends, watching sports, reading, computers, and playing board and card games.

In honor of John and to help others, the family asks you to consider becoming a blood donor.

Rosary will be Friday January 20, 2017 at 6:30-7:00 PM followed by The Vigil from 7:00- 8:00 PM. Funeral Mass will be held on Saturday, January 21, 2017 at 10:30 AM. All services will be held at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic Church 2700 W. Plano Pkwy, Plano, TX 75023.

Funeral arrangements have been entrusted into Restland Funeral Home and Memorial Park, 13005 Greenville Avenue, Dallas, Texas 75243.

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Robert E. Drapeau

February 8, 1939 ~ January 16, 2017

Robert E. Drapeau, age 77 of Plano TX, formerly of Berwyn and Oak Park, IL, passed away peacefully, Monday January 16, 2017 at Edward Hospital of Naperville.  He was born February 8, 1939 in Oak Park, IL to the loving late parents, Harold and Marguerite Drapeau.  Cherished husband of Jean Drapeau, wedded for 53 years.  Beloved father of Jackie (Tim) Kaiser of Plainfield, Karen (Russ) Johnson of Plainfield, Dan Drapeau of Goldsboro, NC and Don (Deanna) Drapeau of Plainfield, IL.  Adored Grandpa of Kierstin, DJ, Zach, Kelsey, Scotty, Erica, Adam, and Liam.  Great-Grandpa of Shea.  Fond brother of Richard Drapeau, and the late Yvonne Flanigan and Ron Drapeau.  
 
Robert was a graduate from University of Illinois in Industrial Design.  He worked as an Industrial Designer until he started his own business in 1978, called Perimeter Exhibits.  Robert was a member of the Knights of Columbus Council 7850 and choir member for St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Church in Plano, TX.  He was an active member of the USO.  He spent many volunteer hours for the Boy Scouts of America in Illinois and Texas.  He was a member of the Plano Citizens Police Academy.  He was also a past president and crew chief of the Plano Hot Air Balloon Association.  He enjoyed being an Amateur Ham radio operator since high school.
  
Memorial Mass of Christian Burial:  Saturday, January 21, 2017 at 11:00 AM at St. Francis Xavier, 2500 Arbeiter Rd., Joliet, IL  60431.  Interment will be private. 

In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorial donations in memory of Robert to:
The Inclusion Body Myositis foundation at:  www.understandingmyositis.org

For more information, please call 815-436-9221 or www.overman-jones.com

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Jennifer Marie Dykes

November 15, 1975 ~ January 10, 2017

Jennifer Marie Dykes, age 41, of Little Elm, passed away on Tuesday, January 10, 2017.  She was born on November 15, 1975, in Richardson, Texas.
 
Jenny was a 1993 graduate of Plano East Senior High School.  She was Assistant Director at Prestonridge Daycare for several years.  Most recently, Jenny earned her Associate’s Degree in Social Work from Collin County Community College.  She had a passion for helping stroke victims, and had aspirations in counseling stroke survivors.  
 
Jenny lived a life of great purpose.  When facing adversity, she kept a positive attitude and persevered. Jenny had a greater influence on people than she would have ever known – people who encountered her left with a greater understanding and appreciation of life.  She will be remembered for her wonderful sense of humor and positive attitude.  Jenny will be greatly missed by all who loved and knew her. 
 
She was preceded in death by her grandparents, Glen Thorn, Irwin & Ruth Dykes, and James D. & Catherine Pottinger.  Jenny is survived by her parents, Gail & Jim Pottinger, and James G. Dykes; brother and sister-in-law, Greg & Sarah Dykes; nephew, Stefen Dykes; niece, Britta Dykes; grandmother, Betty (Law) Brown; and constant K9 companion, Max.
 
Visitation will be held on Friday, January 13, 2017 from 6-8pm, with a Rosary Service beginning at 6pm, in Ted Dickey West Funeral Home.  A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Saturday, January 14, 2017 at 11am in St. Elizabeth Ann Seton, 2700 W. Spring Creek Parkway, Plano, TX 75023. 
 
Memorial donations may be made to National Stroke Association, 9707 East Easter Lane, Suite B, Centennial, CO 80112, www.stroke.org, or to ASPCA, P.O. Box 96929, Washington, DC 20090-6929, www.aspca.org.  To send condolences or share a fond memory, please visit www.teddickeywestfuneral.com.

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Bienvenida Igna

Loving mother for Marife, Jessie, Hoover, Maria, and Lou
Her life will be celebrated with the Mass of the Ressurection at 11:30am on January 10, 2017, in the Immaculate Concetion Chapel inside the church.

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Kwan Miu

Beloved mother of Kathy Ng

Memorial Service to be held Saturday, January 7, 2017, at 11:00am
in the Immaculate Conception Chapel inside the church.

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Mauro Serrano, Sr. 

Loving father of Rick, father-in-law of Janet, grandfather of Kyle, Gavin, Julie and Dylan.  
Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Friday, January 6, 2017, at 5:00pm in the Church.