Obituaries

“Charlotte Barton Buchanan was born October 27, 1965 in California to Jeannie Marie Weinel and Terry Lee Barton. She was raised in the foothills of West Virginia, and the Hollars of Ohio. She went to be with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on October 4, 2022 in her home in Marana, Arizona. Charlotte had a heart the size of Texas and was a caregiver til the day she passed. Those grieving her are her Husband Scott, Son Michael, Daughter Jessica, Sister Terri Lynn, Neice Aimee, Nephew Justin, Neice Chasity, 10 grand neices and nephews, Brothers Donald and Johnnie, Grandma Barton, Uncle Don, Aunts Joyce and Cheryl. Proceeded in death by Dad Terry Lee, Mother Jeannie Drennen, infant brother, and brother Ronald Drennen. Arrangements were made by Marana Mortuary

Thomas William Wasden better known by Tom to many and Billy by a few was born on April 9, 1944, in Montgomery, Alabama. He died on October 4, 2022, in Denison, Texas. In between those two bookends of life, Tom lived his 78 years fully. Like most, he knew success and failure; joys and grief; laughter and tears. Tom was a dutiful son, a devoted husband, a dedicated father, and a doting grandfather. Tom moved to Denison with his mom and siblings when he was nine. After graduating Denison High School, Tom met the love of his life, Ruby Ruth Henderson, while riding down Denison’s Main Street, a well-known meeting place for teenagers at the time. They got married in March 1966 and began a 54-year journey together. That quest included 16 duty points all over the country during his military career until finally returning to Denison. Along their journey, they had two sons: Tim and Thomas Jr (known as TJ). Tom was a good father to his sons. He, with Mom, taught them the importance of family, the love of country, and the values of honesty and integrity. He was also there for late-night toy assembly on many a Christmas Eve, coaching their “bad news” Bears baseball team, and driving lessons just to name a few. When his granddaughter Autumn and grandson AJ each came into the picture, Tom was grateful to be grandpa and gave them lots of love. Tom was fiercely patriotic to our country serving 20 years in the United States Marine Corps, including a tour in Vietnam and Japan. He retired honorably in 1984 as a Master Sergeant. In his study hangs a quote by Ronald Reagan, “Some people spend an entire lifetime wondering if they made a difference in this world. Marines don’t have that problem.” His study also has a thick folder full of certificates and accomplishments, letters of appreciation and commendation, and recognition for his outstanding and dedicated service. Semper Fidelis was ever true in him. Once retired from the military, he used the training and education glean

Ella Joyce (Hawkins) Gist of Sherman, Texas, passed away on September 23, 2022 at the age of 86. Ella Gist was born on August 17, 1936 in Bonham, Texas.

August 12, 1947 September 8, 2022 Fred Benjamin Jones, age 75, entered into eternal life Sunday, September 8, 2022, at Texoma Medical Center in Denison. Mr.

Mary Jane Swindle, age 93, passed away peacefully October 6, 2022. She was born April 14, 1929, to Charles Parker Shearin and Marguerite (Huckaby) Shearin.

(1930-2022) Dorla Dean Eudy was born on October 3, 1930, in Childress, Texas to Leonard and Clara (Darter) Eudy. She went home to Jesus on October 1, 2022, just two days shy of her 92nd birthday.

Emma Alyse Jennings passed away unexpectedly on October 2, 2022. No written words can adequately convey how wonderful our Emma was, nor how much she was loved. Emma was born on August 31, 1995, in Dallas, Texas to Jed and Sue Jennings. Emma grew up in Sherman, Texas and graduated in 2014 from Sherman High School. She was a member of the high school swim team and had enjoyed swimming with the Denison Dolphin swim team beginning at the age of eight. During her childhood she loved participating in productions at the Finley Cultural Center and with Theatrics. Emma was a member of Grace United Methodist Church and was confirmed when she was in the sixth grade. Emma moved to Kirkland, Washington where she became a certified ABA technician, where she loved and affected the lives of the children she served. Emma loved her family and friends, with all her heart. Emma had a wonderful sense of humor that everyone loved. She was sweet and kind. She had a free and giving heart and spirit. She viewed everyone as equal, and equality and inclusivity were important to her. Emma was happy and full of life; she loved swimming in the ocean, hiking in the woods, animals, thrifting, horror movies, design, fashion, and cooking. Emma loved helping others. She was open-minded, creative, and cared about the environment. Emma’s life was cut short, and the hole left in our lives is enormous. Knowing that Emma is finally at peace and knowing that her struggle is over helps with our pain. She touched all of our lives in such a wonderful way. We are fortunate that we had her, even though our time with her was brief, Emma’s spirit lives on in us. She was preceded in death by her maternal grandparents, Naomi and Albert Jeffries, and her paternal grandmother, Laura Jennings. She is survived by her parents, Sue Jennings, and her partner, David Dees, Jed Jennings, and his partner, Rob Yost, two aunts, Lenore Flowers and Catherine Brown, her grandfather, Don Jennings, and numerous cousins and great

Robert Leon Lenert Jr., age 70, passed away on October 2nd, 2022, at his home with his wife and best friend (Cindy) by his side. Robert was born on February 25th, 1952, to Robert Lenert Sr.

On September 28, 2022, Jack Bowen, beloved father, grandfather, and veteran passed away at the age of 89. Jack joined his greatly missed wife, Alice Bowen in heaven.