Obituaries

Dear Heavenly Father, Thank You for the gift of our Most Loving Caring Dad, Kemuel L. Williams, born September 28, 1936, in Boerne, Texas.

The family of Eric James Noveroske announces the untimely loss of our beloved son and nephew. Eric passed away, unexpectedly, of natural causes in his home in Leadville, Colorado on July 24, 2022. He was 34 years old.

Robbie Lee Lewis was born June 5th, 1922 in Grayson County to Robert Ellis and Annie Willoughby. She graduated from Van Alstyne high school and then attended Business School in Dallas.

Carl Ray Waltz, 91, died August 19, 2022, at Texoma Medical Center in Denison, TX from complications during his recovery and rehab from his rescue in February following three days of being trapped in his house. Carl was born April 9, 1931, to his parents Allene Lois (Bush) Waltz (d.1979) and Leo John Waltz (d.1950) of Denison, TX. Carl is survived by his brother, Leo Francis Waltz (Mary Margaret Carlisle) of Webster, TX. Carl was married in 1982 to Lillian Zuercher (formerly Lillian Imparato & Coonrod) for a number of years, but some years after the divorce she died in 2012 in California where her son lived. After graduation from Denison High School, Carl started college at North Texas State Teachers College in Denton (now North Texas University). Upon the death of his father, Carl dropped out of college to assist in the family business, Chris Waltz Supply Company. The business was started by Carl’s grandfather, Christian Waltz* (d.1927), and was later owned by sons Leo John Waltz and Frank Hugo Waltz (d.1990). Frank was a

March 7, 1939 to August 23, 2022 Melba Ballou was first and foremost a Christian who loved the Lord. She was known by her friends and loved ones as “a prayer warrior” and was a long-time active member of Park Avenue Church of Christ, in Denison, Texas where she loved attending Ladies’ Bible class and the annual Lady’s Retreat which she always said was the highlight of her year.

From November 03, 1934, to August 16, 2022 Fred Hayes, 87, of Hochatown, OK formerly of Denison, TX passed away at home surrounded by loved ones on Wednesday morning the 16th day of August 2022. Fred was born in Platter, Ok on November 3, 1934, to Lewis Edwin “Ed” and Bertha (Thompson) Hayes.

Willie Tyrone Berry a husband, father, pawpaw, brother, and uncle died on Sunday, August 14, 2022, in Colbert, Oklahoma. Willie entered the world on January 4, 1966, in Durant, Oklahoma to the parents of Willie Harrold Berry and Connie Jane Taylor. Willie grew up in Colbert, Oklahoma and attended Colbert Public Schools. After graduating from high school in 1984, he attended Southeastern Oklahoma State University. He majored in Education and student taught at Colbert High School. Willie went on to work for the United Parcel Service (UPS) several years, before, becoming a Heavy Equipment Operator, working in oil fields and demolition across the nation. When Willie wasn’t working, his favorite thing to do was spend time with his family, especially his grandbabies! He enjoyed anything that could go fast, but Corvettes were his favorite. Willie was a kind and daring soul that had a knack for putting a smile on everyone’s face. He will be remembered for his wit and amazing personality. Willie is survived by his wife, Sheila Berry. His children; Trey Jacobs, wife Jaci Jacobs, Tyler Jacobs, Taylor Jacobs, Monica Dollar, and Melanie Knight. Grandchildren; Anthony Smith (Jr), A’Rylan Smith, Avalyn Jacobs, Melina Jacobs, Karter Jacobs, Mia Coker, Ellie Andersen, Tyson Pope, MaKayla Nail and Cameron Nail. Sister, Ronda Berry Hayden and husband Eric Hayden, and brother, Michael Berry. Nieces; Destiney Berry, Erica Hayden, and Darian Bradford. Great niece; Nevaeh Berry-Marroquin. Family and friends visitation will be held on Friday, August 26, 2022, 6 - 8 p.m. at American Funeral Service, 107 Burney, Colbert, OK. His body will lie in state at the funeral home from 12:00 noon until after visitation. A funeral service will be held on Saturday, August 27, 2022, 11:00 A.M. at First Baptist Church, Colbert, OK with Pastor Michael Braxton officiating. Interment will be at Colbert East Cemetery.

Monte Delano Curry (88) of Pottsboro, TX, succumbed to cancer and returned to his heavenly home on August 21, 2022. He was born on May 20, 1934 in Dallas, TX. He attended Texas A&M University. He began his career in engineering, but put himself through law school. He practiced law for several years in Nashville, TN. After retirement, he returned to Dallas. The full obituary is available at waldofuneralhome.com.

unexpectedly at home Sunday, August 21, 2022, at the age Isaac is survived by his Father, Jason Spiller of Sherman, Mother Stacy Meek (nee’ Allbritten) and his Step Father Robby Meek of Denison; step-siblings Moranda Stringer, Alyson Quirolo, Drew Meek, and Meredith Meek; his Grandparents Danny Spiller, Margie White, and Wendy Boyles; Steve and Donna Allbritten; his Great Grandmothers Peggy Scroggins and Mickey Allbritten. He is also survived by his Aunts, Alicia Hicks, Cheyenne O’Hara, Taloa Underwood, Shari Kiernan, Brian Brown Walker, Jessica Steward, Ashley Hensley, and Morgan Gossett.