Dora E. Toal, 79, passed away in Ennis, Texas, on Saturday, April 2, 2016.

Dora was born in Ennis, Texas, on September 4, 1936, to Paul Malcolm and Reba (Glaspy) Toal. She grew up in

Ennis and graduated from Ennis High School in 1954. She went on to attend Business College in Dallas, Texas.

Dora worked for over thirty years for Southwestern Life Insurance Company as an accounting manager, she then

went to work for Nationwide Computers System/PMSC and finally to Quality Inn as a receptionist.

She was a member of the Church of Christ and the Rebecca Lodge in Ennis. She enjoyed bingo, bowling and

above all spending time with family.

She is survived by two nephews: Paul Toal and Pete Toal, along with her Family of the Heart, not birth, The

Scroggins family, and one sister-in-law, Linda Toal.

She is preceded in death by her parents and one brother, Paul M. Toal, Jr.

Visitation will be held at 10 a.m. in the J.E. Keever Mortuary of Ennis on Saturday, April 9, 2016.

A Memorial service will be held on Saturday, April 9, 2016, at 11 a.m. in the J.E. Keever Mortuary Chapel of Ennis.

Interment will follow in the Myrtle Cemetery of Ennis under the direction of J.E. Keever Mortuary, Inc.

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James E. Stovall, 58, passed away in Dallas, Texas, on Saturday, April 2, 2016.

He was born in Corsicana, Texas, to Dennis D. and Carolyn (Reed) Stovall on September 7, 1957.

He grew up in Ennis, Texas and attended Ennis High School. On July 26, 2008, he married Elizabeth B. Reel and

they made their home in Ennis. He started playing drums at 15 years old. He played with local country bands in the

area until age of 18 when he enlisted in the United States Air Force. After his honorable discharge in October of 1978,

he formed a country music band of Airmen called Texas Dust, but when we couldn’t find a regular bass player. He

taught himself bass guitar and played four years with this group. They won vocal group of the year at the Terry Awards

in 1978.

After that, he went to work playing music full time. Things were good for him in the music business and he began to

tour. His first tour was with an artist named Claude King out of Shreveport, LA who’s song Wolverton Mountain was a

#1 hit back in the 1960s. He continued touring over the next 25 years with the following artists: Freddy Fender, Moe

Bandy, Clay Walker and with Ray Price for 4 years, and with Janie Fricke for 9 years, and several more artist not

mentioned here.

With these great artists, he had a chance to appear on several TV Shows. The Grand Old Opry 6 times, Crooke

and Chase on TNN 3 times and 2 times on the show Nashville Now, with the host Ralph Emory. He played on two of

Janie Fricke’s albums, Greatest Hits Now and Then and her album Heroes.

Awards won: Terry Awards: Bass Player of the year 1988 and again in 1992. He was Nominated at the Terry

Awards as 2006 Bass Player of the year. He was presented an award at the Terry Awards for Club of the year 2006.

Certificates of Appreciation: Gov. (now President) George W. Bush’s Inaugural Ball in Austin, Texas. He was presented

an award from Gib Lewis, (Speaker of the House).

He was currently playing with a local band Ira Bradford and Bustin’ Loose who was nominated for Dallas Band of

the Year.

James is survived by his wife, Elizabeth Stovall; daughter, Stephany Stovall; two grandchildren; his father, Dennis

Stovall; one brother, Stephen Stovall and wife, Joyce; and sisters: Vallory Leech and Denise Brassart and husband,

Edward.

He is preceded in death by his mother, Carolyn Stovall and two sisters; Patricia Richardson and Kerri Nodine.

Visitation will be on Wednesday, April 6, 2016, at 1 p.m. in the J.E. Keever Mortuary of Ennis.

A Celebration of Life will take place on Wednesday, April 6, 2016, at 2 p.m. in the J.E. Keever Mortuary Chapel of

Ennis with Rev. Ed Ramsey.

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David Ray Morgan of Wilmer, Texas, was called home to Heaven by our Lord and Savior on April 1, 2016. He was

known for his infectious laugh, sense of humor, and generous heart. He would give the shirt off of his back if he

thought someone needed it. He was perceived as a tough guy sometimes, but friends and loved ones often referred to

him as a big ‘ole teddy bear. He enjoyed being around people and living life to the fullest. He loved animals, especially

his Chihuahua and sidekick, Pork Chop. He seldom went anywhere without him.

David was born on December 15, 1952, in Littlefield, Texas, to the late James Martin Morgan and Joy Lee Morgan.

David married his best friend and soulmate, Val, on September 24, 1982. Shortly after they were married, they

moved to California where he worked in construction. There are many stories of him giving his family “wild rides”

around the coastal mountains.  In the early 2000s, David and Val moved back to Texas. He spent the majority of his

life working in construction and was also a highly-skilled mechanic. After moving back to Texas, he followed in his

father’s footsteps by buying a truck and starting his own business. He was very proud of his children and

grandchildren and was able to build a closer relationship with them when he moved back to Texas.

David is survived by his wife of 33 years, Valerie Morgan of Wilmer, TX; one son, Jason Morgan and wife Beth of

Red Oak, Texas; one daughter, Shahmaria “Sister” and husband Terry of Garland, Texas; four grandchildren, Justin

Saunders of Garland, Texas, Samantha, Naythan, and Whitney Morgan of Red Oak, Texas; three step-grandchildren,

Lauren, Leah, and Laina Scivally of Red Oak, Texas; mother, Joy Morgan of Palmer, Texas; five brothers, James M.

Morgan “Junior” of Gilmer, Texas, Gary Morgan of Dialville, Texas, Wesley Morgan and wife Scarlett of Lake Elsinore,

Cali., Tim Morgan and wife Tracy of Ennis, Texas, and Jeff Morgan and wife Lori of Celina, Texas; four sisters, Nora

Hartley and husband Lynn of Palmer, Texas, Kathy Hartley and husband Dickey of Palmer, Texas, Marilyn Griffin and

husband Patrick of Waxahachie, Texas, and Lisa Rider and husband Randy of Spring Creek, Nev.; a countless number

of nieces, nephews, and cousins.

David was preceded in death by his brother, Scott Morgan, in 1980, his father, James M. Morgan, Sr., in 1986, and

his beloved son, David Wesley “D.W.” Morgan in 2006.

A memorial service was held to celebrate the life and legacy of David on Tuesday, April 5, 2016, at 2:00 p.m. at the

Palmer First Baptist Church located at 200 S. Sherman St., Palmer, TX 75152. All are welcome to attend.

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Arrangements were under the direction of the Boze-Mitchell-McKibbin Funeral Home, 800 S. Kaufman, Ennis, Texas.

972-878-2211.

Wanda Oneta Prestidge Ray, 82, went home to be with her Lord and Savior Jesus on Friday, March 25, 2016.

Wanda was born in Ennis, Texas, on March 12, 1934, to McCoye Price and Mattie Ann (Farquhar) Prestidge. She

grew up in Ennis and graduated from Ennis High School in 1953. On May 21, 1954, she married Atwell Ray and they

made their home in Palmer where they have stayed and raised their family.

She worked for over fifty years for the East Garrett Water Supply serving as Secretary and bookkeeper. She was a

member of Tabernacle Baptist Church. Her family was the joy of her life and she was always ready to be there for all of

them in any way she could especially attending school activities. She enjoyed camping, fishing and country music,

Johnny Cash was her all-time favorite country singer.

Wanda was a loving, giving caring person who will be missed by all who had the pleasure of knowing her. Her

memory will be carried and cherished most by her family including her husband of over sixty-one years, Atwell Ray;

sons: Dan Ray and wife Liz and Randy Ray and wife Kathy; daughters: Lisa Hunter and husband Blaine, and Regina

Mach; grandchildren: Jessica, Drew, Nicole, Matt, Brooke, Chandler and Christian; and great-grandchildren: Aiden,

Emery, Addison, Hudson, Atlas, Allison and Nolan.

She goes home to meet loved ones who have gone on before her including one son, Terry Wayne Ray; her parents,

McCoye Price and Mattie Ann Prestidge; and brothers: Bill, Wayne, Coye and Beryl Prestidge.

Visitation was held on Friday April 1, 2016, from 5:30 p.m. until 7:30 p.m. in the J.E. Keever Mortuary of Ennis.

A Celebration of her life took place on Saturday, April 2, 2016, at 10 a.m. in the J.E. Keever Mortuary Chapel of

Ennis with Bro. Dave Futral officiating. Pallbearers were Andrew Ray, Matthew Ray, Felix Patlan, Michael Korthauer,

Clay Major, Blaine Hunter, Aiden Hunter. Interment followed in Union Hill Cemetery under the direction of J.E. Keever

Mortuary, Inc.

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Henry L. Vrana, 78, passed away in Ennis, Texas, on Monday, April 4, 2016.

Henry was born in Ennis, Texas, on December 22, 1937, to Mr. and Mrs. John Vrana. He grew up in Ennis and

attended St. John Catholic Schools. He has lived in Ennis all his life.

He worked for over 25 years as an Independent milk distributor for Borden’s Milk Company and for over ten years

for Henry’s Candy Service. He was a member of the St. John Nepomucene Catholic Church and the KJT. He enjoyed

baseball.

He is survived by one son, Ricky Vrana; two brothers: Edward Vrana and Robert Vrana; and two sisters: Frances

Vinkler and Josephine Prachyl.

He is preceded in death by his parents, one daughter, Tammy Vrana and two brothers, Johnnie Vrana and Adolf

Vrana.

Visitation will be on Thursday, April 7, 2016, from 6 p.m. until 8 p.m. in the J.E. Keever Mortuary.

Funeral Liturgy Outside Mass will take place on Friday, April 8, 2016, at 10 a.m. in the J.E. Keever Mortuary Chapel

of Ennis. Interment will follow in St. Joseph Cemetery under the direction of J.E. Keever Mortuary, Inc.

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Joseph Roger Gagnon, 85, passed away Monday, April 4, 2016, at Legend Oaks Healthcare and Rehabilitation

Center in Ennis, Texas after a long battle with Parkinson’s Disease.

Visitation will be Friday, April 8, 2016, from 6 p.m. until 8 p.m. in the J.E. Keever Mortuary Chapel of Ennis.

Mass of the Christian Burial will take place on Saturday, April 9, 2016, at 9 a.m. at St. John Nepomucene Catholic

Church of Ennis under the direction of J.E. Keever Mortuary, Inc.

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Beverly Jean Stauch, 71, passed away on Tuesday, April 5, 2016.

Beverly was born in Kansas City, Kansas, on December 11, 1944, to Valoris and Wilma (Canfield) Darling.

Beverly had a good life. She lived in the Kansas City, Kansas, and Kansas City, Missouri, and graduated from

Wyandotte High School in 1963. She, her husband and daughter moved to the Ennis area in 1980. She was a beloved

mother, grandmother, and wife and will be greatly missed.

She was a previous member of Anthony Drive Baptist Church of Ennis and was currently attending the Country

Side Baptist Church. She worked hard her whole life. She worked for Baylor Medical Center Ennis – Ennis Regional

Hospital for more than 15 years. Beverly’s family was the light of her life.

She is preceded in death by her father Valoris Darling, her husband Gerald “Jerry” Stauch and her brother David

Darling.

She is survived by one daughter and son-in-law Teresa and Jimmie Murray of Mansfield, Texas; four grandchildren:

Beverly Ivey, Tiffani Beswick, DJ Murray, and Patrick Murray; four great-grandchildren; Brayden Ivey, Dean Ivey,

Gabriel Beswick, and Michael Beswick; her mother Wilma Atwell; one sister and brother-in-law Patricia and Dave

Eddy; one sister-in-law Lucy Darling; and multiple nieces and nephews.

Visitation will be held on Thursday, April 7, 2016, from 6 p.m. until 8 p.m. in the J.E. Keever Mortuary of Ennis.

A Celebration of her life will take place on Friday, April 8, 2016, at 3 p.m. and the family will receive guests one hour

prior to services in the J.E. Keever Mortuary Chapel of Ennis with Rev. Billy Allen officiating under the direction of J.E.

Keever Mortuary, Inc.

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Brenda Lassetter, 75, passed away in Mineola, Texas, on Tuesday, April 5, 2016.

Brenda was born in Paris, Texas, on February 14, 1941, to Steve and Belle (Christian) Ottmo. She grew up in

Palmer and Paris. In 1957, she married C.W. Lassetter.

She worked for Crawford and Company for over 15 years as an office manager and as a manager of a restaurant in

East Texas. She enjoyed quilting, sewing and gardening. Baseball was a favorite pastime of hers.

She is survived by sons: Larry Lassetter, Darrel Lassetter and wife Linda, and Scott Lassetter and wife Brandy; one

daughter, Vickie Lassetter; 10 grandchildren; 13 great-grandchildren; and one brother, Loyd Ottmo.

She is preceded in death by her parents, her husband C.W. Lassetter, one daughter, Karen Houge, one sister

Marvis Haynes, and two brothers, Ottie Ottmo and Truman Ottmo.

Visitation will be held on Thursday, April 7, 2016, from 6 p.m. until 8 p.m. in the J.E. Keever Mortuary Chapel of

Palmer.

Graveside services will be held on Friday, April 8, 2016, at 1 p.m. in Myrtle Cemetery under the direction of J.E.

Keever Mortuary, Inc.

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Billie Valigura, age 89, of Ennis, passed away Tuesday, April 5, 2016, at her home. She was born April 1, 1927, in

Ennis to George William and Mary Barbara (Dvorak) Toth. Billie married Joe Valigura on August 12, 1947, in Ennis.

She was a lifetime member of St. John Nepomucene Catholic Church. She was a true believer and faithful servant.

Billie was an avid sports fan and tuned in regularly to follow her teams. She loved bowling and bowled from 1945 until

2013 maintaining a 154 average when she was 85 years young and still rolling a 12-pound sphere down the lane. She

loved gardening and working in the yard. She was a great cook and seamstress.

Survivors include her loving husband of 68 years, Joe C. Valigura, of Ennis; three daughters: Madelyn Cepak and

husband Harry of Dallas, Ruth E. Cepak of Whitney, and Amy Dojahn and husband D. J. of Ennis; grandchildren:

Lucas Cepak and wife Tobi, Veronica White and husband John, Joshua Cepak, Joseph Cepak and wife Tracy and

Malinda Mercado and husband Abran; great-grandchildren, Phebe, Dexter, Declan, Kaitlee and Charlie; two brothers,

George Toth and wife Anna Lee and Arthur Toth; one sister, Lillie Cline; sister-in-law, Joann Brown; brother-in-law,

Ronnie Valigura; and numerous nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents; brothers: Jerry Toth and Henry Toth; and sisters: Beatrice Toth, Georgie

Toth and Rosie McLemore.

Visitation for family and friends will be 6 p.m. to 8p.m. Thursday, April 7, 2016, with a Rosary at 7 p.m. in the chapel

of the Boze-Mitchell-McKibbin Funeral Home in Ennis.

Mass of Christian Burial will be 10 a.m. Friday, April 8, 2016, at St. John Nepomucene Catholic Church with Father

Antonio Ormaza officiating. Interment will follow at the St. Joseph Cemetery in Ennis.

In lieu of flowers donation can be made to the Runnin Free Ranch at: https://www.facebook.com/Runnin-Free-

Ranch-701384706668246/info?tab=overview or www.gofundme.com/h2vvmqzg.

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Arrangements are under the direction of the Boze-Mitchell-McKibbin Funeral Home, 800 S. Kaufman, Ennis, Texas.

972-878-2211.

Earline Pszybylowski, age 66, passed away on April 7, 2016.

Arrangements are pending under the direction of Eternal Rest Funeral Home of Ennis, 215 N. Dallas St., Ennis, 972-

875-2393.

Catherine Lillie Smolka, age 78, passed away on April 5, 2016, at 10:10 p.m. at Regent Nursing Home in The

Woodlands, Texas, from recent illness.

Funeral Liturgy Outside Mass will be held on Saturday, April 9, 2016, at 2 p.m. in the J.E. Keever Mortuary of Ennis

with Father Henry Drozd officiating. Interment will follow in the St. Joseph Cemetery of Ennis under the direction of

J.E. Keever Mortuary, Inc.

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Opal LaRue McCollum Merritt, 105, of Cookville, Texas, passed away on April 9, 2016.  She was born on November

24, 1910, in Ellis County, Texas, to Oscar and Lela (Harrell) McCollum.

Visitation will be held on Monday, April 11, 2016, at the Bates-Cooper-Sloan Funeral Home from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.

A graveside service will be held on Tuesday, April 12, 2016, at 11 a.m. in the Myrtle Cemetery in Ennis, Texas.

Online registry is available at batescoopersloanfuneralhome.com.

Geraldine “Deanie” Hart Muirhead, 89, of Denton, passed away Saturday, April 9, 2016, in Denton. She was born

September 30, 1926, in Garrett, Texas, to Jack Harmon and Leda Lucretia Jackson Hart. She married Charles Lee

Muirhead, Jr., on November 23, 1946, in Ennis, Texas. He was a USAF pilot, president of the board of realtors, builder,

and developer. He preceded her in death in 1999.

Deanie was a teacher, an artist of many mediums, and Sunday school teacher, and the Denton office administrator

for State Representative, Walt Parker. She loved music. Her brother, James, was an accompanist in the Fessor

Graham’s Stage Shows to raise funds for the Denton Fire Department. Her son, Greg, computerized the city of Denton

911 Dispatch System.

Visitation will be Tuesday, April 12, 2016, form 5 to 7 p.m. at DeBerry Funeral Directors of Denton. She will be

transferred to Keever Funeral Home in Ennis for visitation on Wednesday, April 13, 2016, from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m.

Graveside services will be Thursday, April 14, 2016 at 1:00 p.m. at Myrtle Cemetery in Ennis.

Deanie is survived by her daughter, Cathyrn Muirhead Hinkle of Denton and granddaughter, Kelly Louise Hinkle of

Anchorage, Alaska, and wife of Donald Hart, Jean Gilmore Hart of Ennis, Texas. She is also survived by many

cousins, nieces and nephews. She is preceded in death by her parents, husband, son: Greg, brothers: James and wife

Joan Gilmore Hart, and Donald Hart; Uncle Les and Aunt Grace “Pete” Jackson.

The family would like to thank the medical community, fire department transportation, and ambulance services.

She volunteered and donated to numerous churches, schools, organizations with many causes. We appreciate you,

your gifts and services in her honor and memory.

Visitation will be on Wednesday, April 13, 2016 from 5 p.m. until 7 p.m. at J.E. Keever Mortuary of Ennis.

Graveside services will be held at 1 p.m. on Thursday, April 14, 2016 in Myrtle Cemetery of Ennis.

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Mary Edna Isom Newman, 80, passed away at her home surrounded by her family on Saturday, April 9, 2016, in

Ennis, Texas.

Edna was born in Ennis, Texas, on December 19, 1935, to Moley D. and Zula E. (Matthews) Isom. She grew up in

Ennis and graduated from Ennis High School. On October 12, 1956, she married Charles Newman and they made

their home in Ennis where they have remained.

She worked for the Ennis ISD for over 30 years as a Library Aide, she had previously worked for Southwestern Bell

and Pacific Bell in the billing department.

She was a member of the Bardwell United Methodist Church, Rebekah Lodge of Ennis, MAAGS, and was past

treasurer of the Central High Fire Department. She enjoyed flower gardening and traveling.

She is survived by her husband of over 59 years, Charles Newman; sons: Gregory Newman, Charles Todd

Newman and wife Regina, and Johnny Newman and wife Michelle; daughters: Julie Evans and husband Terry, and

Connie Oates and husband Kevin; ten grandchildren; twelve great-grandchildren; one sister, Jeaneta Morris; and one

sister-in-law, Laura Jean Isom.

She is preceded in death by her parents; great-grandson, Clayton Hernandez; five brothers: Billy, Cecil, Forrest,

George Wade “Buck” and Wilton; and one sister, Mazel Fulton.

Visitation will be held on Tuesday, April 12, 2016, from 6 p.m. until 8 p.m. in the J.E. Keever Mortuary of Ennis.

A Celebration of her life will take place on Wednesday, April 13, 2016, at 11 a.m. in the J.E. Keever Mortuary

Chapel of Ennis with Dr. Larry Jinks officiating. Pallbearers will be Jeremy Oates, Jared Oates, Jordan Oates, J.D.

Miller, Alan Evans, Justin Shockley, Ben Sylvester and Ray Hernandez. Interment will be held in Myrtle Cemetery

under the direction of J.E. Keever Mortuary, Inc.

In lieu of flowers the family requests donations be made to the Bardwell First United Methodist Church, Cowboy

Church of Ennis, Central High Fire Department or Meals on Wheels.

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Lupe Garcia, of Garland, Texas, passed away peacefully on March 30, 2016, with close friends and family by her

side. Lupe was born on Christmas day, 1941, in Lubbock, Texas, the daughter of Jose and  Francis Garcia of Ennis,

Texas.

She is preceded in death by her brother, Joe A. Garcia; sisters: Margaret Coronado Garcia, Mary Ann Washburn,

Gloria Martinez, Eloisa Lopez, Carol Garcia, and Pauline Garcia.

She is survived by a brother, Henry Garcia of Mesquite, Texas; a sister, Linda Partida, of Dallas; and a very close

God-child, Brenda Bernal, of Garland.

She was employed by Safeway in Garland, Texas, where she retired after many years. Lupe Garcia was a member

of St. Michaels Catholic church of Garland, Texas, and St. Johns Catholic church of Ennis, Texas.

Lupe was a selfless and devoted daughter, sister, aunt, god-mother and friend. As her final selfless act, Lupe donated

her body to science for research of diabetes, cancer, and parkinson’s. Her love, great smile and wonderful sense of

humor will be greatly missed.

Joshua Krajca

Joshua Lee Krajca, 30, passed away on Tuesday, May 3, 2016, in Ennis, Texas.

Josh was born in Ennis, Texas, on May 20, 1985, to Lawrence James and Vickie Wynette (Dixon) Krajca. He grew up in Ennis and graduated from Ennis High School in 2003. He went on to attend Arlington Community College and Texas Tech.

He worked at Ennis Business Forms for over five years and had most recently worked for Hejny Contracting, Inc. He was a member of St. John Nepomucene Catholic Church. He loved life and lived it to the fullest. He excelled in sports during high school especially Basketball and Baseball.

He is survived by his parents: Lawrence and Vickie Krajca; his fiancé, Tonya DeCorte; one brother, Jarod Krajca and his wife, Brianna; nephew, Kage Krajca; nieces: Aurbrie Rose Krajca and Ella Rose Krajca; grandmother, Pat Dixon along with aunts, uncles, cousins and extended family.

He is preceded in death by his grandparents, Rosie and Wesley Krajca and Tommy Dixon.

Visitation will be held on Thursday, May 5, 2016, from 6 p.m. until 8 p.m. in the J.E. Keever Mortuary Chapel of Ennis with Rosary at 7 p.m. with words of encouragement from Rev. Glen Hejny to follow.

Mass of the Christian Burial will take place on Friday, May 6, 2016 at 10 a.m. in the St. John Nepomucene Catholic Church of Ennis with Father John Dick as celebrant. Pallbearers will be Cody Dlabaj, Timothy Kowalksi, Tyler Spurgeon, Nick Spurgeon, Jake Martinez,Brian Jones, Josh Manry and Cade Zmolik. Interment will follow in St. Joseph Cemetery under the direction of J.E. Keever Mortuary, Inc.

The family requests in lieu of flowers donations be made to the Foundation of Life Church 180 Center c/o 515 E. Marvin Avenue, Waxahachie, TX 75165.

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Rose Hall Davis, age 58, passed away on May 4, 2016.

Arrangements are pending under the direction of Eternal Rest Funeral Home of Ennis, 215 N. Dallas St., Ennis, 972-875-2393.

William F. “Bill” Hejny, 79, passed away in Ennis, Texas, on Saturday, May 7, 2016.

Bill was born in Ennis, Texas, on August 22, 1936, to Joe B. and Stacie (Trojacek) Hejny. He was raised in Ennis and graduated from Ennis High School in 1954. On October 9, 1957, he married Marie E. Taraba and they made their home in Ennis. He served with the United States Marine Corp Reserves for eight years.

Bill began working as a residential plumber in Ennis with Edwin Trojacek. He then worked with his brother-in-law, George Taraba, as a Master Plumber for Northwest Highway Plumbing in Dallas, Texas for over twenty-five years. He was a member of St. John Nepomucene Catholic Church, SPJST, SOKOL, and a former member of the Knights of Columbus. After retiring in 1999, Bill served as a Eucharistic Minister and assisted with funerals at St. John Nepomucene Catholic Church. Bill also served as an Assistant Scout Master for Troop 203 at St. John’s when his children were in junior high and high school. He enjoyed reading, Czech music, dancing, traveling with Marie, and fishing. His family was the light of his life, and he was a wonderful father and grandfather. He taught his sons to be respectful men and to value life and family.

He will be greatly missed by all who knew him and his memory will be cherished most by his loving family, including his wife of over fifty-eight years, Marie Hejny; sons Jeff Hejny and wife, Kathleen; Michael Hejny and wife, Sandra; and Scott Hejny and wife, Julie. Bill had seven grandchildren, Lauren, Thomas, Dorian, Tristan, Tanyon, Doremi, and Madison; one great-grandson, Charles Patrick Hanson; one brother, Don Hejny and wife, Margaret, as well as one nephew, Barton, and one niece, Ana.

He was preceded in death by his parents and two infant brothers, James and Danny.

Visitation will be held on Thursday, May 12, 2016, from 6 p.m. until 8 p.m. at J.E. Keever Mortuary in Ennis. The Rosary will be recited at 7 p.m.

Mass of the Christian Burial will be held on Friday, May 13, 2016, at 10 a.m. in St. John Nepomucene Catholic Church with Father John Dick as celebrant. Entombment will follow in St. Joseph Mausoleum under the direction of J.E. Keever Mortuary, Inc.

Memorial may be made to Layman’s Catholic Cemetery Trust or St. John Catholic Church.

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Delbert Glen  Ross, 53, of Ennis, Texas, passed away on Sunday, May 8, 2016, at Baylor of Carrollton.

Visitation will be held from 6 to 8 p.m. on Friday, May 13, 2016, at Frost Baptist Church in Frost, Texas.

Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m. Saturday, May 14, 2016, at Frost Baptist Church in Frost, Texas, with Rev. Joseph Shiloh officiating.

Burial will follow in  Frost Cemetery in Frost Texas.

Services are under the direction of M.R. Smith Parlor for Funerals, 1236 N. Bus. 45, Corsicana, Texas, (903) 872-8075.

Rose Hall Davis, 59, passed away on Wednesday, May 4, 2016, at Baylor of Carrollton.

Visitation will be held from 2 to 7 p.m. on Friday, May 13, 2016, at Eternal Rest Funeral Home Chapel in Ennis.

Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, May 14, 2016, at Mt. Zion Baptist Church, 800 E. Freeman St., Ennis, Texas.

Services are under the direction of Eternal Rest Funeral Home, 215 N. Dallas St., Ennis, Texas.