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Jerry Woods Funeral Home, 600 Clay Street, Nocona, TX (2026)

06/19/2026

Mark Cullen Smith lost his battle with cancer Tuesday, June 16th in Nocona. He was born on October 27, 1949 in Chicago, where his father was attending pilot training for the airline company that would eventually become Delta Airlines. As soon as possible, the family came back to Hurst, Texas, where he grew up. He graduated high school at L.D. Bell in Euless. After graduation, he attended Tarrant County Community College and graduated with an Associate’s degree in Aeronautical Technology. He received his AP license prior to graduation, and worked for Denton Piper Sales and Service, Dallas Airmotive, and then Midcoast Aviation in Saint Louis, working on both jet and prop-driven aircraft. In 1973 he was hired by Cessna Aircraft Company in Wichita, Kansas as a field service engineer, providing engineering coordination and support involving maintenance and service issues for over 200 Cessna Citation corporate jets throughout Texas, Oklahoma, Idaho, Utah, New Mexico, Louisiana and Mexico. Mark retired from Cessna in 2009, and he and his wife then moved full-time to their very small cattle ranch in Montague County. Mark enjoyed collecting classic cars and motorcycles, scuba diving in the Caribbean, snow skiing in Utah, New Mexico, Idaho and Colorado, sailing on Lake Grapevine, motorcycle riding and racing, hiking, camping and fly fishing in Texas, New Mexico, Montana, Colorado and Idaho, long range rifle and pistol shooting, and flying radio-controlled airplanes. He is survived by his wife Gale Cochran-Smith of Montague, his son Phillip Smith, of Fort Worth, and two grandchildren. Preceding him in death were his mother, LaVoe Taylor Smith, his father, Jack Phillip Smith, and his daughter, Nicole Smith Derrick. Memorials can be made to the Nocona General Hospital Foundation or the Nocona Carpenter Shop/Meals on Wheels program. A small Celebration of Life service will take place at a later date to celebrate Mark’s full and fun-filled active life.

06/15/2026

Funeral Service for Minnie Walker

06/12/2026

MINNIE ALLEN WALKER

20 She extends her hand to the poor,
Yes, she reaches out her hands to the needy.
25 Strength and honor are her clothing;
26 She opens her mouth with wisdom,
And on her tongue is the law of kindness.
27 She watches over the ways of her household,
And does not eat the bread of idleness.
28 Her children rise up and call her blessed;
Her husband also, and he praises her:
29 “Many daughters have done well,
But you excel them all.”
30 Charm is deceitful and beauty is passing,
But a woman who fears the Lord, she shall be praised.
31 Give her of the fruit of her hands,
And let her own works praise her in the gates.

Proverbs 31: 25-31

Minnie Allen Walker, an extraordinary and remarkable woman who lived the very example of the Proverbs woman, died June 12 at the age of 88 years, 4 months, and 23 days old. Born January 20, 1938, to Clarence and Eunice Allen in Ardmore, Oklahoma, on what had once been reservation land. Minnie was the only one of nine children to be born in a hospital. Although she weighed just over three pounds at birth, and her mother kept her in a shoe box. Minnie graduated from Prairie Valley High School, where she played basketball and volleyball. In 1959, she married her soulmate, Jerry Walker, and they built their extended family over the next 56 years. Always a career woman at heart, Minnie worked for Dude’s Duds briefly, and at the Ford dealership in Nocona for many years. She served as Nocona City Secretary and then as Nocona City Manager, retiring in 2005 after a total of 23 years. Minnie’s family lit up her life. Nothing pleased her more than having a grandchild to spoil for the weekend. She and Jerry traveled hundreds of miles to ardently cheer at sporting events, livestock shows, or anything in support of their kids or grandkids. An excellent cook, Minnie specialized in candy, desserts and mac and cheese. She delivered food to anyone in need. Just as importantly, Minnie gave her time. She visited the sick and lonely; she remembered the forgotten. She insisted on instilling this sense of service to community in her daughters and grandchildren, and they continue her legacy all over the country. The Walkers lost Jerry in 2018, and Minnie moved to Independence Hall in Bowie a few years ago. She is also preceded in death by her parents, siblings, Alice Harper, Sam, Doie and David Allen. Minnie is survived by her three daughters, Karen Walker, Linda Wickersham, and Kathy Sayers; bonus daughters, Paula Ewing Dobbs, Tami Ewing Weaver, and Shari Ewing Hillard (children of her best friend, Ella Nell Ewing); grandchildren Zachery Hammer, Lucas Hammer and wife Tammy, Keaton Sayers, Michael Sayers, Preston Wickersham, Carson Wickersham, and great-grandchildren Holden Walker Hammer, Maci Alexander, Coy Alexander, Sierra Sayers, and Michael Sayers; sisters, Joan Tettleton and Barbara Ice as well as many nieces and nephews. There will be a visitation on Sunday, June 14, 2026 from 5 -6 P.M. at Jerry Woods Funeral Home Chapel. A Funeral service will be at Bethel Baptist Church on Monday, June 15, at 2 PM. Interment will follow in Ringgold Cemetery.
Minnie had a lifelong love of flowers, so flowers to remember her are welcome. She would also love donations to the Carpenter Shop, 400 Boston St., Nocona, TX 76255.

06/12/2026

Mark Dean Hancock passed away on June 10, 2026, in Nocona, Texas. He and his twin, Mike, were born on June 21, 1958, in Gainesville, Texas to Harvey F. Hancock and Jean (Hancock) Shears. Mark graduated from Nocona High School in 1976. He also attended North Texas University. He had several careers in his lifetime—the Boys’ State School in Gainesville, Texas, Tucker Rocky Distributing, and numerous oilfield companies. He was a talented guitar player. He wrote several songs and would sing on occasion. He also loved to fish and take care of his cats. Mark is preceded in death by his parents; a half-sister Kristy Hancock Gabriel; grandparents M.F. & Wanda Chilcoat, Lucille Hancock and Albert Hancock. He is survived by two sons Ben Hancock and Sam Hancock. Brothers Harvey Hancock (Rhonda) and Mike Hancock (Lisa). Two sisters Kathy Tomlinson (Jimmy) and Patty Crabtree (Tim). Grandchildren Harley & Jesse Hancock. Numerous nieces, nephews, great-nieces & nephews. Mark requested to be cremated and his ashes scattered on the lakes he loved to fish on. A memorial service will be held on Sunday, June 28, 2026 from 2 – 4 P.M. at the Turquoise Owl, 18654 F.M. 103, Nocona, TX 76255.

06/08/2026

Helen Louise Murphey, 93, of Nocona, Texas, passed away on June 6, 2026. Helen was born on January 9, 1933, in Winters, Texas, to Curtis and Ophelia Sledge. She lived a long and full life centered on family, hard work, and caring for those around her. On October 9, 1965, she married Billie Raye Murphey. They shared more than five decades together before his passing in February 2017. Helen was preceded in death by her parents, Curtis and Ophelia Sledge; all six of her siblings; her first husband, Elmer Womack, in 1962; her husband, Billie Raye Murphey; her daughter, Kelley Murphey, and her son, Raymond Murphey. She is survived by her children, Greg Womack and partner Pam Beauford of West Columbia, Texas; Kathy Hardin and husband Randy of Gainesville, Texas; Karen Hutchings and husband Donnie of Mullin, Texas; Vicki Jones and husband Gary of Valley View, Texas; Alan Murphey and wife Linda of Sanger, Texas; and Christie McGuffin and husband Jim of Gene Autry, Oklahoma. She also leaves behind numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren, extended family members, and dear friends who will forever cherish her memory. Helen was a homemaker whose greatest joy was caring for her family. She enjoyed painting, gardening, tending to her chickens, playing Bingo, and was never afraid to pick up a power tool when there was work to be done. Known simply as “Mamaw” to her grandchildren, Helen was the matriarch of all matriarchs. She kept a watchful eye on her family and always had advice to share. She was strong-willed, independent, and could be ornery at times, but beneath that tough exterior was a woman who would do absolutely anything for the people she loved. She was also famous for her homemade rolls. Holidays simply were not complete without them, and family members often found themselves racing to claim the last one. Those meals gathered generations around the table and created memories that will be treasured for years to come. The family would also like to recognize Billy Price, who faithfully cared for Billie and Helen for more than sixteen years. Through countless doctor’s appointments, hospital stays, errands, and everyday needs, Billy was a constant source of support, companionship, and care. His devotion allowed them to remain independent and comfortable, and his kindness and dedication will always be remembered with gratitude. Helen’s greatest legacy is the family she built, guided, and loved so fiercely. Her strength, wisdom, and devotion will continue to live on through her children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and all who were blessed to know her. Visitation will be held Tuesday, June 16, 2026, at Jerry Woods Funeral Home in Nocona, Texas, beginning at 10:00 a.m., followed by funeral services at 11:00 a.m. Graveside services will immediately follow in Nocona Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorial donations be made to The Carpenter Shop of Nocona, Texas. She will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved her.

06/06/2026

Pauline Heathington, 87, passed from this life on June 4, 2026 surrounded by her family in Nocona, TX. Pauline was born on December 30, 1938 in Nocona to John & Cora Gross Bellah. Pauline wanted it to be known that her God and her family were the ones who made her who she was. She was a Pentecostal and very involved in the Wow, Women of Wisdom Group at Freedom Life Church in Bowie. Attending classes all the way until a couple of weeks before her passing. She married Mike Heathington on October 7, 1984 and they enjoyed a long marriage together. She is preceded in death by her parents, and 7 siblings. She is survived by her husband, Mike Heathington of Montague, TX, children, Tammy Beckham & husband Ronnie of Nocona, TX, Cindy Billings & husband James of Nocona, TX, Laurie Klimkoski & husband Randy of Childressberg, AL, sisters, Nita Rodgers of Fort Worth, TX, Pat Bella of Athens, TX, grandchildren, Jesse & Jamie Beckham, Amber & Don Lewis, Garrett & Abby Klimkoski, Eythan & Chandler Klimkoski, Alex & Dosson Stubblefield, Thomas & Tanna Billings, Taylor & Bobby Walcutt, Phillip & Cari Billings, Cheryl Johnson, Shaden Johnson, Kaylee Johnson, Cash Johnson and 13 great-grandchildren. There will be a visitation on Monday, June 8, 2026 from 1 P.M. until service time at Molsbee Chapel Church, Montague County Texas. A celebration of life will start at 3 P.M. at Molsbee Chapel Cemetery with Minister Weldon Wright officiating. Pallbearers will be Grandsons, Jesse, Garrett, Thomas, Eythan, Phillip, Cash, Joe Tom Hancock. Honorary Pallbearers will be granddaughters, Amber, Taylor, Alex, Shaden and Kaylee. Memorial donations may be made to Freedom of Life Church/ WoW, 204 Theatre Dr., Bowie, TX 76230, or Molsbee Chapel Cemetery Assn.

05/19/2026

Alisha Dawn Parsons, 46, of Nocona, Texas, passed away on April 26, 2026, in Dallas, Texas, with her family by her side. Alisha was born on May 31, 1979, in Durant, Oklahoma, to Eddie Jackson and Vivian Moon. She married Nick Parsons in Nocona, Texas, and together they raised two children, Abriawna Moon and Gage Parsons. Alisha was a homemaker, a bookkeeper for Parsons Transports, and a licensed cosmetologist. She dedicated much of her life to caring for her family and supporting those around her. Her greatest love in life was her husband, children, and family, who meant everything to her. Alisha loved traveling and was always happiest near the beach or in the mountains. Out of everywhere she visited, Belize was her favorite place and somewhere she always loved going back to. Alisha is survived by her daughter, Abriawna Moon; her son, Gage Parsons; her mother, Vivian Moon; her father, Eddie Jackson and wife Bobbie; her brothers, Brandon Jackson and Cody Jackson and wife Kjirsten; and her grandmother, Jean Jackson; as well as numerous aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends. She was preceded in death by her husband, Nicklas Parsons; nephew, Chevy Byers; father-in-law, Thurman Bronc Parsons Jr.; mother-in-law Denise Byers; and her grandmother, Donna Tumey. A private family service will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Nocona Indian Booster Club and Montague County Cowboy Church.

05/16/2026

Corina Mincher, 80, passed from this life on May 14, 2026 in Nocona, TX surrounded by her loving family. She was born on November 23, 1945 in Atoka, OK to Ben & Mary Thompson Mincher. Corina was a kind person since the day she was born, always looking out for her family and caring for them. Corina had a twin sister, Loriena, and they were known as P*e Wee & Pug. They were inseparable and into their adult life they enjoyed going to the Choctaw Pow Wows. Corina worked at the Nursing Home in Nocona for most of her life where she continued to make sure the residents were well taken care of. Corina grew up going to the Baptist church. She was a down-to-earth woman whom loved her family very much and will be dearly missed. She is preceded in death by her parents, daughter, Malinda Beverage Marshall, granddaughter, Heather Greer, and siblings, Lee Roy, Pam, Sue, Dub, Ruthie May, her twin sister, Loriena, Houston and Lisa. She is survived by her children, Lana Greer & husband Joe Smith of Nocona, TX, Richard Beverage & wife Joanna of Bowie, TX, 11 grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren. There will be a graveside service on Sunday, May 17, 2026, 2 P.M., at Ryan Cemetery, Ryan, OK with Pastor Rick Tarpley officiating. Pallbearers will be Joey Beverage, Derik Beverage, Rodney Beverage, Kendell Fleming, Savanna Nail, and Aimee Sowell. Honorary Pallbearers are, Joe Smith, Wyatt Beverage and Nora Flores. Memorial donations may be made to a charity of choice.

05/12/2026

John Wesley Woods, 71, passed from this life surrounded by his loving family on May 5, 2026, at his home in Nocona, Texas. John was born to Otha Lee and Ruby Dean Allison Woods on July 4, 1954, in El Paso, Texas. John was a hard worker who loved his family very much. He was a man who rarely sat still and truly came alive wherever there was an engine to build, an open road, or the outdoors calling his name. A talented mechanic for much of his life, he could fix just about anything with a motor and took great pride in his work. He spent many years doing what he loved, from working on automobiles to later becoming known as the “Boat Doc,” where he put his skill and passion to work helping others enjoy life on the water. He worked for the City of Nocona for many years, serving in a variety of roles, primarily at the water plant. Outside of work, John had a true need for speed and adventure. He was an accomplished drag racer who set track records on his drag bike, creating memories and stories that would be shared for years to come. When he wasn’t around engines or the racetrack, he could often be found outdoors doing what he loved most—shooting sporting clays with friends, hunting, fishing, and simply enjoying God’s creation. John was a hardworking, loyal, and spirited man whose love for family, friends, and the outdoors defined the life he lived. His legacy will live on in the stories, laughter, and memories he leaves behind. John married Robin O’Neal on April 14, 2007, in Nocona, Texas. He was preceded in death by his parents; his stepfather, Austin Clark; and his brothers, Larry Woods and Jay Woods. He is survived by his wife, Robin Woods of Nocona, Texas; his children, Michelle Sutton of Nocona, Texas, and John C. Woods of Wichita Falls; his stepchildren, Wacey White and wife Candi of Terral, and Whitney Eldred and husband Gary; his brothers, Otha Woods and wife Vickie of Burleson, and Mike Woods of Rockwall; and his grandchildren, Drew, Devon, Jayci, McKenna, Karter, Wraylie, Brynlee, Brecken, Raylee, Reagan, and Ryann. A private family service will be held at a later date. Memorial donations may be made to the Nocona Volunteer Fire Department, Lucky Paw’s Animal Shelter, P.O. Box 595, Nocona, Texas 76255, or Jean’s Men’s Bible Class, P.O. Box 277, Nocona, Texas 76255.

05/09/2026

Sharon Blevins, 79, passed from this life on May 8, 2026 in Wichita Falls, TX. She was born on July 5, 1946 in Jacksboro, TX to Truman and Anna May Hazelton McCallister. Sharon was a hard-worker all of her life. She loved to crochet, loved to fish, tend a garden and work outside. She was one to sit in a deer stand and instead of shoot a deer, she would take pictures. She was a very brilliant woman attending college and having a master’s degree. She worked mostly as a nurse all of her life. She was also a member of First Baptist Church in Ryan, OK. She married the love of her life, Joe Blevins on June 22, 1963 in Jack County Texas. Together they raised five sons and contributed to their community. Joe preceded Sharon in death on Jan. 9, 2020. She is also preceded in death by her parents, sons, Stacy Lynn Blevins and Larry Sean Blevins, as well as a granddaughter, Samantha, sister, Ouida and brother, Rex McCallister. She is survived by her sons, Brad Blevins & wife Teresa of Antelope, TX, Nile Blevins & wife Cheramie of Nocona, TX, Lance Blevins & wife Tabatha of Hastings, OK, sixteen grandchildren, and eleven great-grandchildren. There will be a visitation on May 11, 2026 at Jerry Woods Funeral Home in Nocona, TX at 12:30 P.M., followed by a chapel service at 1:30 with Pastor Eric Bayer officiating. Interment will follow in Ringgold Cemetery. Memorial donations may be made to Ryan First Baptist Church Angel Ministries, P.O. Box 159, Ryan, OK 73565.

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