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Walter Dale Buckner was born October 18, 1936, to Curtis and Bertha (Appfel) Buckner. He went to be with his Lord and Savior March 31, 2020, at his home surrounded by his family. Dale enjoyed his work in the shipping and receiving department of Larkin Products. He retired from there in February, 2013, after 51 years of service. His life revolved around the Church. He served as a deacon for 35 years at Ferris Avenue Baptist Church and 10 more years at First Baptist Church of Waxahachie. He...

Brenda Jo Hilborn, 64, of Waxahachie, passed away on Sunday, March 29, 2020, at Baylor Scott and White Hospital in Waxahachie, Texas. She was born November 3, 1955, in Canton, Texas, to Joseph Carlton and Audie Mae (Wharton) Leach. She was preceded in death by her Parents and 13 Brothers and Sisters.  Brenda is survived by her spouse Bobby Hilborn of Arlington; son, Aaron Hilborn of Waxahachie, daughter Amy Hilborn (Thomas Cunniff) of Grand Prairie; daughter, Jennifer (Billy) Hudgins...

Scott Dorsett, 61, of Waxahachie departed for Heaven on Sunday, March 29, 2020 after a long and courageous battle with injuries suffered in a 2016 accident. Scott was born June 8, 1958 in Coronado, California. The husband of Johnna and father to Logan and Kennedy, Scott was a 1976 graduate of Waxahachie High School where he received many awards for his success on the tennis court. As a result of his tennis achievements, Scott earned a scholarship to San Angelo State University. Scott worked...

Charlie Ray “Sonny” Chapman II, passed away on March 28, 2020 at the age of 54 at Baylor Scott & White Hospital in Waxahachie with his daughter by his side.  Sonny was born in Waxahachie, Texas on October 21, 1965 to Charlie Ray & Mandline Chapman.  Sonny grew up in Forreston, Texas until the age of 13 when he and his parents moved to Waxahachie.  Sonny loved riding dirt bikes, working on cars, motorcycles and lawn mowers.  He attended Waxahachie...

Gene Arnold Autry, 76, of Waxahachie, Texas, beloved husband and best friend of Rose LaJune Autry for 53 years took hold of Jesus’ hand and went home on Friday, March 27, 2020 at his home surrounded by family that he laughed with, lived for and loved. He was preceded in death by his beloved parents Earnest and Pearl Autrey, his loving brother Buford Lynn Autrey and his precious sister Velma Louise Autrey Gould. Gene was born in Ennis, Texas on June 29, 1943 and lived most of his life...

On March 27, 2020, Mrs. Doris Eugenia Kilmer Carpenter, known as Jeannie, of Waxahachie, Texas, passed from this life and is no longer suffering.  Born in Clarksville, Texas, on January 28,1948, Jeannie is survived by her loving husband of 44 years, Ron Carpenter, her daughter Wendi Dawne Chandler and partner Darrell Johnston of Dallas, precious granddaughter April Starr Chandler of Dallas, and talented grandson Brandon Jacob Chandler, also of Dallas. Her sister Joyce Kilmer, brother...

Private Family Services Friday, March 27, 2020 Memorial Services will be held at a later date. Please make donations in Marlene's name to the Salvation Army. Flowers may be sent to the Memorial Service at a later date. 

I can only imagine what it will be like When I walk, by your side I can only imagine what my eyes will see When you face is before me I can only imagine Surrounded by You glory What will my heart feel Will I dance for you Jesus Or in awe of You be still Will I stand in your presence Or to my knees will I fall Will I sing hallelujah Will I be able to speak at all I can only imagine I can only imagine when that day comes When I find myself standing in the Son I can only imagine...

David Lauerman Reid July 21, 1924 to March 22, 2020 David was born in Mitchell, South Dakota and spent his early years in South Dakota and Wyoming. His birth parents were Anthony and Mildred Lauerman. He graduated from the Pinedale High School in Wyoming and worked for the Boeing Aircraft Company prior to entering the Armed Services. He served in the Army Air Corps, Army Specialized Training Unit, and the Forty Fourth Infantry Division. He was involved in several major campaigns during...

Don N Butts, 59 of Ennis TX passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, March 22, 2020 at his home.  He was born October 8, 1960, son of the late Donald Butts Sr and Bunny Bateman in Denville, NJ. Don was proud uncle and brother and enjoyed spending time with family. Don grew up in East Texas and was active in working on the family dairy farm as well as in sports.  Don is survived by his mother Bunny Bateman of Denville, NJ; sister and brother-in-law Leigh and Rick  Croy of Palm Bay...