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Ruth Kennedy
FORT WORTH -- Ruth Kennedy, 69, a homemaker, died Monday, June 9, 1997, at home.
Funeral: 11 a.m. Wednesday at Greenwood Funeral Home. Burial: Greenwood Mausoleum. Visitation: 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesday.
Pallbearers: Morris Harmonson, Jack Richardson, Joe Meadows, Bill Reynolds, Doug Kelsey, Bob Grey, Everett Schwartz and Richard Yaws. Memorials: Community Hospice of Texas or St. Matthew United Methodist Church of Fort Worth.
Ruth Kennedy was born July 26, 1927, in Floydada. She was a past employee of Sid Richardson Corp. and Amon Carter Museum of Western Art. She was also a member of the Craft Group at St. Matthew. She was past counselor at Junior Achievers of Fort Worth.
She was preceded in death by her parents, W.M. and Ida Mae Webb; and her brother, James Webb.
Survivors: Husband, Norman Kennedy of Fort Worth; daughter, Karen Ann Kennedy of Weatherford; grandchildren, Sean Werstein and Ryan Werstein of Weatherford; nephews, Barry Webb of Twin Falls, Idaho, and Randy Webb of Charlotte, N.C.; brother-in-law, Bill and his wife, Jerri Kennedy, of Weatherford; and numerous friends.
Greenwood Funeral Home
3100 White Settlement Road, 336-0584
Homer Lee Kinnaird
FORT WORTH -- Homer Lee Kinnaird, 87, a retired office supply salesman, died Monday, June 9, 1997, at his home.
Memorial service: 2 p.m. Thursday at First Baptist Church of Benbrook.
Memorials: Community Hospice of Fort Worth.
Homer was a happy-go-lucky soul and was born Jan. 29, 1910, in Springtown, Texas. He was a typical farm boy, spending his young days hunting and fishing along the creek. He was a graduate of North Side High School. Among his early accomplishments was winning tennis tournaments in 1931, as the sport was only beginning to emerge. However, he went on to pursue his love of music by becoming a professional musician, playing with many of the well-known "Big Bands" of his time, such as Jimmy Dorsey and Pete Fountain, to name a few.
He was an employee of E.L. White Office Supply, Kisler Office Supply, Gulf Oil Co., Lucky Lady Oil Co. and the city of Benbrook. He was a master craftsman, having built several homes in the area, still in existence. He had a knack for designing and building most anything, working long hours right alongside his children and grandchildren. He spent 17 years in Colorado, loving the beauty of the lakes and mountainous landscapes, where he thrived on taking his grandchildren camping throughout the state.
After retiring, he returned to Texas and became active as a member of First Baptist Church of Benbrook. His love and talent for photography led to his role as church photographer. He was also a Senior Choir participant and enjoyed singing with his friends every Sunday. Because of his love of children, he became a school crossing guard for the city of Benbrook. He always looked forward to his favorite time of day -- walking the elementary children across the street. He took this responsibility very seriously. To him, each child was special. He held their hands and knew each one by name. He was a grandfather to all the kids on his assigned corner.
Not only was he a wonderful husband, devoted father, loving grandfather and adoring great-granddad, he developed a special reputation as the Chocolate Milk Shake Wizard! He stayed in the kitchen as long as it took, making batches of shakes 'til everyone had their fill.
Homer touched many lives with his warm, friendly personality, and this left an everlasting impression on everyone who crossed his path. Everything about him will be deeply missed.
His family would like to express a sincere "Thanks" to the many friends, for all their kindness, support and prayers during this difficult time.
Survivors: His beloved wife of 58 years, Dorothy; son and daughter-in- law, Robert and Jenni Kinnaird of Colorado; daughter, Jan Fisher of Fort Worth; daughter and son-in-law, Sue and Gene Buckner of Benbrook; sister, Leola Berger, and niece, Regina Grote of Arlington; eight grandchildren; and seven great-grandchildren.
Guardian Cremation Society
5704 James Ave., 293-8477
Curtis B. Mitchen
NORTH RICHLAND HILLS -- Curtis B. Mitchen, 76, a retired Bell Helicopter machinist, died Sunday, June 8, 1997, in North Richland Hills.
Graveside service: 2 p.m. Tuesday in Moore Memorial Gardens.
Curtis B. Mitchen was born Jan. 17, 1921, in Huddleston, Va., the son of Fred L. and Essie Howell Mitchen. He worked for General Dynamics for 15 years before going to work for Bell Helicopter. He retired after 25 years' service. Mr. Mitchen was a loyal union member and an avid bowler.
Survivors: Wife, Johnnie Mitchen of North Richland Hills; sons, Randall Mitchen and his wife, Ginger, of Fort Worth and Steven Mitchen and his wife, Scherry, of Hillsboro; brothers, Kent Mitchen of Lynch Station, Va., and Will Mitchen of Huddleston; sisters, Norene Mitchell and Genieve Dellis, both of Huddleston, Collie Lee Johnson of Bedford, Va., Barbara Crouch of Huddleston and Carolyn Goin of Grand Prairie; and four grandchildren.
Moore Funeral Home
1219 N. Davis Drive, 275-2711
Fabian H. Moore
FORT WORTH -- Fabian H. Moore, 69, a dispatcher for Beards Towing, died Monday, June 9, 1997, at a local hospital.
Graveside service: 10 a.m. Wednesday in Shannon Rose Hill Memorial Park.
Memorials: Greater Fort Worth- Tarrant County Wrecker Association.
Fabian H. Moore was born Dec. 16, 1927, in Fort Worth.
Shannon Rose Hill Funeral Chapel
7301 E. Lancaster Ave., 451-3333
Dominic "Tom" Muccio
ARLINGTON -- Dominic "Tom" Muccio, 72, a salesman for DelMonte Foods, died Saturday, June 7, 1997, in Arlington.
Funeral: 10 a.m. Wednesday at Most Blessed Sacrament Church, 2100 N. Davis Dr. in Arlington. Burial: Moore Memorial Gardens. Rosary: 7 p.m. Tuesday at Arlington Funeral Home.
Memorials: Most Blessed Sacrament Church Service Committee.
Dominic "Tom" Muccio was born April 21, 1925, in Penfield, Pa. He was a member of Knights of Columbus and Arlington Elks Lodge.
He was preceded in death by his first wife, Elaine Muccio, and sister, Mary Carpin.
Survivors: Wife, Mildred Muccio of Arlington; sons, Tom Muccio of Arkansas, Michael Muccio of Indiana and Greg Muccio of Arlington; daughter, Linda Van Der Pool of Pennsylvania; brothers, Anthony Muccio and John Muccio, both of Pennsylvania; sister, Esther Nelson of Pennsylvania; six grandchildren; one great-grandchild; stepchild, Cindy Cose of Texas; and step-grandchild, Bryan Cose of Texas.
Arlington Funeral Home
1221 E. Division, 548-1791
Charles R. Murehead Sr.
LORENA -- Charles Ray Murehead Sr., 65, died Friday, June 6, 1997, at home.
Funeral: 2 p.m. Thursday at Mount Olivet Funeral Home. Burial: Mount Olivet Cemetery.
Charles Ray Murehead Sr. was born Feb. 20, 1932, in Edcouch.
Survivors: Son, Charles Ray Murehead Jr. of Waco; daughters, Debra Jean Hargraves of Waco and Gayla Lynn Murehead and Rebba Jane Bennett, both of Fort Worth; and brother, Bonnie Lee Murehead.
Mount Olivet Funeral Home
2301 N. Sylvania Ave., 831-0511
Bertha O. Oliver
GRAND PRAIRIE -- Bertha Oleta Oliver, 79, a homemaker, died Monday, June 9, 1997, at a local hospital.
Funeral: 10 a.m. Wednesday at Blessing Funeral Home. Burial: Mansfield Cemetery. Visitation: 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesday at the funeral home.
Bertha Oleta Oliver was born Aug. 12, 1917, in Mansfield. She was preceded in death by a son, Johnnie Lee Oliver, on Dec. 5, 1989, and husband, J.D. Oliver, on April 30, 1997.
Survivors: Sons, Jimmie Oliver of Grand Prairie and Darrell Oliver of Clifton; daughter, Fredna Day of Kennedale; brothers, Bobby Chasteen of Meridian and Earl Chasteen of Hico; 15 grandchildren; 35 great- grandchildren; and one great-great- grandchild.
Blessing Funeral Home
Mansfield, 473-1555
Lois O'Neal
FORT WORTH -- Lois O'Neal, 92, a homemaker, died Friday, June 6, 1997, at a North Richland Hills hospital.
Funeral: 3:30 p.m. Tuesday at Mount Olivet Funeral Home. Burial: Bluebonnet Hills Memorial Park.
Lois O'Neal was born April 20, 1905, in Oklahoma Territory, which is now the state of Oklahoma. She lived her childhood in Coleman and Callahan counties in central west Texas. She was a resident of Richland Hills 37 years. She was a member of North Richland Hills Baptist Church, United Daughters of the Confederacy and former president of Fort Worth Poodle Club.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Glen O'Neal, in 1976 and son, Billy Morris Hodges, in 1975.
Survivors: Brothers, Joseph T. Green of Dallas; sisters, Mary Klathleen McDaniel of Abilene and Jewell Dowden of Nederland; daughter-in-law, Jeanette Hodges of Euless; grandchildren, William M. Hodges of Hurst, Julie H. Kidder of Grapevine, Daniel J. Hodges of Haltom City and Paula J. Hendrickson of Hurst; five great-grandchildren; and one great-great-grandchild.
She will be missed by many nieces, nephews and a host of other relatives and friends.
Mount Olivet Funeral Home
2301 N. Sylvania Ave., 831-0511
Evelyn Dell Parrent
RICHLAND HILLS -- Evelyn Dell Parrent, a retired teacher, died Sunday, June 8, 1997, at a local hospital.
Funeral: 3:30 p.m. Wednesday at Lucas Funeral Home. Burial: Mount Olivet Cemetery. Visitation: 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesday.
Evelyn Dell Parrent was a member of Richland Hills United Methodist Church and Richland Hills Friends of the Library. She was preceded in death by her husband, Michael S. Parrent.
Before teaching at Richland High School in the Birdville school district in 1961, Mrs. Parrent taught at Birdville High School, now known as Haltom High School. Mrs. Parrent was a beloved English teacher at both schools before retiring from the teaching profession in 1979. She sponsored various activities at both schools, such as the National Honor Society and Future Teachers of America, in addition to serving as a senior class sponsor for a number of years. While at Birdville High School, she was the first woman sponsor of the NDCC (later known as ROTC).
Because of her devotion to education, Mrs. Parrent was a charter member of the Theta Theta Chapter of Delta Kappa Gamma and was a former member of the Epsilon Zeta Chapter of Delta Kappa Gamma. After retiring from teaching, she became active in the Birdville Association of Retired School Personnel, in which she served on the executive council.
Survivors: Son, Mike R. Parrent; daughter, Pat Parrent Cortez; grandchildren, Adrienne Cortez, Brent Cortez, Michael Thomas Parrent and Richard Glenn Parrent; son-in-law, Roger Cortez; and daughter-in-law, Sandy Parrent.
Lucas Funeral Home
Hurst, 284-7271
Daniel Perez
DENTON -- Daniel Perez, 27, a construction laborer, died Saturday, June 7, 1997, in Fort Worth.
Funeral: pending. Burial: Panteon Santa Rosa, Muzquiz, Coahuila, Mexico. Visitation: 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Tuesday. Rosary: 7 p.m. Tuesday.
Daniel Perez was born July 7, 1969, in Muzquiz, Coahuila, Mexico.
Survivors: Parents, Daniel Perez Sr. and Susana Perez; brothers, David and Jesus Perez; sisters, Sylvia Perez, Julieta Perez, Norma Perez, Sandra Perez and Eva Perez.
Alonzo Funeral Home
2301 Ephriham Ave., 740-9091
Gage Hayden Petty
BEDFORD -- Gage Hayden Petty, a newborn, died Friday, June 6, 1997, at a Bedford hospital.
Funeral: 2 p.m. Wednesday at Griffin and Roughton Funeral Home in Corsicana. Burial: Eureka Cemetery. Visitation: 5 to 8 p.m. Tuesday at the funeral home.
Survivors: Parents, Stephen M. and Karlene A. Killgo Petty of Bedford; grandparents, Kelly and Sandra Killgo of Hurst, Larry and Ulrike Elmore and Danny and Sandy Petty, all of Corsicana; uncles, Karl Killgo of Hurst and Kevin and Wade Petty of Corsicana; aunt, Kelly Lynn Killgo of Hurst; great- grandparents, Mrs. Lucille Killgo of North Richland Hills, Mr. and Mrs. Maurice Bolstridge of Columbia, Conn., Mrs. Sue Petty of Corsicana and Mr. Hans Wagner of Stuttgart, Germany; and several cousins.
Griffin and Roughton Funeral Home
Corsicana, (903) 874-4774
Thomas Lambert Porter
ARLINGTON -- Thomas Lambert Porter, 44, vice president of Anchor Plumbing, died Sunday, June 8, 1997, at home.
Funeral: pending.
Memorials: Bank One, Bowen Road, Arlington, in memory of Thomas Lambert Porter.
Thomas Lambert Porter was born July 5, 1952, in Dallas to the late Lambert J. Porter and Margaret R. Porter of Mount Ida, Ark.
He was employed at Anchor Plumbing for 25 years, where he was vice president.
Survivors: Son, David Porter of Arlington; brother, Larry Porter of Arlington; sister, Lynn R. Stanley and her husband of Mount Ida; and one niece and nephew, both of Arlington.
Shannon Rose Hill Funeral Chapel
7301 E. Lancaster Ave., 451-3333
