TXK TODAY STAFF

TXK TODAY STAFF

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Harold David Ritchardson

U.S. Veterian Harold David Ritchardson aka “Mr. R.” passed on January 11, 2024. He was born in Ada Oklahoma in 1931. Served in the Army during World War II. Worked for the Texarkana Gazette as the circulation manager. He then…

Nancy Faye Carlow

In loving memory of Nancy Faye Carlow, born on April 27, 1944, in Maud, Texas, and peacefully departed this life on January 13, 2024 at her home. A cherished soul, her kindness and warmth touched the lives of many. Nancy…

James Pickering

James Pickering, 84, of Texarkana, Texas passed away on January 13, 2024. James was born on June 28, 1939, in Texarkana, TX. to Nettie and Ivey Pickering. He graduated from Liberty-Eylau and spent his days working as a rancher and…

Janie Frances Cunningham

Mrs. Janie Frances Cunningham, age 94, of Texarkana, Arkansas, went to be with the Lord on Friday, January 12, 2024. Janie was born March 24, 1929, in Fouke, Arkansas, and has been a lifetime resident of Miller County. She was…

Ruth Clair Hamilton Hechler

Ruth Clair Hamilton Hechler was among her children when she passed away on January 11, 2024 after a long battle with Alzheimer’s. She was born on September 28, 1937 in Galveston, Texas. She was a military spouse and in addition…

Robert “Bob” Clyde Odom

U.S. Veteran Robert “Bob” Clyde Odom, age 73, of Texarkana, Arkansas, died Thursday, January 11, 2024, in a local hospice facility. Mr. Odom was born on January 23, 1950, in Campbell Hill, Illinois. He was a retired carpenter and a…

Abdul Rauf Razaq

Abdul Rauf Razaq, age 70, of Texarkana, Arkansas went home to be with his Lord and Savior on Thursday, January 11, 2024, in a local hospital. Mr. Razaq was born July 15, 1953, in Kabul, Afghanistan. He was a member…

Steven Stuart

Steven Stuart was born June 24,1966, in Chicago, IL to Eddie Hawthorne and Ora Stuart. He passed away at the age of 57, on December 6, 2023. Steve was kind in nature and warm in spirit. He was always willing…

Sheila K. Lynn

Chef Sheila K. Lynn, age 63, of Texarkana, Texas, formerly of Fouke, Arkansas, went to be with the Lord on Tuesday, January 9, 2024, in a Dallas Hospital surrounded by her family. Sheila was born May 6, 1960 in Chico,…

Mary Jo Anderson

Mary Jo Anderson, 93, of Gulf Breeze, Florida, passed away on January 8, 2024, at her home. Mary was born on August 31, 1930, in Pine Bluff, Arkansas. Mrs. Anderson was a member of First Baptist Church in Wake Village,…

Hipolito Lopez Olvera

Mr. Hipolito Lopez Olvera, 77, passed away January 5, 2024 in Texarkana, Texas. He was born in Mexico on August 11, 1947, to Adrian and Maria Lopez. The Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at Sacred Heart Catholic Church,…

Trevaughn Wiley Crowell

Trevaughn Wiley Crowell was born April 8, 2023 to the parents of Ramia Jones and Keilon Crowell in Texarkana, Texas. Trevaughn was the most happiest baby ever, all he did was smile. Everyone who has known him, knew how special…