Bartley Funeral Home

11/03/2025

Nancy Kuykendall Lynch

Services for Nancy Kuykendall Lynch, 65, of Mineola, are scheduled for 11 a.m., Saturday, November 8, 2025, at Bartley Funeral Home, Grand Saline, with Rick Burgos officiating.

Interment will follow in Woodside Cemetery, Grand Saline.

Mrs. Lynch passes away November 1, 2025, at her home in Mineola. She was born July 27, 1960, in Dallas, to Lois Lee “Doc” and Ellamae Potter Kuykendall. She lived her early years in Oak Cliff before moving to Mineola over 50 years ago. Nancy was an active servant in the Mineola community and a volunteer at VFW Post 7523. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, James Clayton Lynch; three brothers, E.J. Kuykendall, Logan Kuykendall, and Mike Kuykendall; and sister, Margerie Kuykendall.

Survivors include her son James Lynch and wife Christi of Quitman; daughter, Holly Blair of Mineola; two brothers, Johnny Potter and wife Connie of Alba and Gary Kuykendall of Mineola; two grandchildren, Jazmin Lynch and James “J.D.” Lynch; great-granddaughter, Kyia Potter; and numerous other relatives and friends.

The family will receive friends from 6-8 p.m., Friday, at the funeral home.

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10/28/2025

Willowdeen Ray Lindsey

Services for Willowdeen Ray Boydston Lindsey, 104, of Terrell, are scheduled for 10 a.m., Friday, October 31, 2025, at First Baptist Church, Terrell, with Pastor John Lowrie officiating, under the direction of Bartley Funeral Home, Grand Saline.

Interment will follow in Woodside Cemetery, Grand Saline.

Mrs. Lindsey passed away October 24, 2025, in Terrell. She was born July 9, 1921, in Wills Point, to Ira D. and Hazel Glynn Tucker Boydston. Willowdeen graduated from Wills Point High School, Class of 1938, and later attended Drawns Business School in Dallas. On October 12, 1948, she married Charles Sewell Lindsey in Dallas. She lived most of her life in Oak Cliff before moving to Terrell in 1992. She was a member of First Baptist Church, Terrell, the Red Hat Society, and worked as an engineering clerk for the VA Hospital. Willowdeen was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Charles Lindsey; two sons, Stephen Paul Lindsey and Charles Michael Lindsey; six sisters, Shirley Neill Haynes, Tommye Little, Bobbye Glen Boydston, Maedell Boydston; Joyce Wanda Boydston; and an infant sister.

Survivors include her two grandchildren Eric Lindsey and wife Lisa of Houston and Justin Lindsey and wife Melanie of New Hampshire; and two great-grandchildren, Sofia Lindsey and Daniela Lindsey.

Memorials can be made to First Baptist Church, 403 N. Catherine St., Terrell, Texas, 75160

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10/27/2025

Patricia Gail Duncan

Graveside services for Patricia Gail Parker Duncan, 89, of Greenville, are scheduled for 2 p.m., Saturday, November 1, 2025, at Salem Cemetery in Alba, with Pastor Tim Boles officiating, under the direction of Wilson-Bartley Funeral Home, Alba.

Mrs. Duncan passed away on October 26, 2025, at her home in Greenville. She was born on September 30, 1936, in Electra, Texas, to Neal and Geneva Rodewalt Parker. On June 27, 1955, she married the love of her life, Arzie Lee Duncan, in Dallas. Patricia lived in Dallas for 52 years before moving to Greenville.

She loved birds, enjoyed sewing, and had a lifelong passion for jewelry.

Patricia was preceded in death by her parents; husband of 50 years, Arzie Lee Duncan; son, Krahling Duncan; three brothers; and two sisters.

Survivors include her son, Arzie Wayne Duncan of Greenville; daughter, Pam Covington of Greenville; brother, Ralph Parker of Mesquite; sister, Gwen Boles and husband Tim of Forney; seven grandchildren, Ricky Hines, Rusty Hines, Matthew Hines, Arzie Duncan, Bryan Duncan, Renee Hines, and Rebecca Hines; six great-grandchildren, one great-grandchild; and numerous other relatives and friends.

Pallbearers will be Ricky Hines, Rusty Hines, Arzie Duncan, and Bryan Duncan.

The family will receive friends 1 p.m., Saturday, at the funeral home, before going to the cemetery.

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10/22/2025

Karen Nell Allen

Karen Nell Allen, age 75, a devoted, public school educator and librarian who faithfully served the Mesquite Independent School District for 43 years, went home to be with the Lord on October 21, 2025. She was born August 17, 1950, in McKinney, Texas, to the late Charles Allen and Dorothy (McCollum) Allen.

Karen dedicated 33 years of her teaching career to instructing biology at North Mesquite High School. She found great joy in coaching the North Mesquite Academic Decathlon team, guiding her students not only to academic success but also to believe in their own potential. She spent her final 10 years in education as a librarian at Horn High School in Mesquite.

She was deeply loved and respected by her students, colleagues, and administrators alike. Her students admired her willingness to go above and beyond to help them succeed, often remarking on her genuine care for their learning and personal growth. Though she held high expectations in her classroom, her compassion and dedication made it clear that their success was her success. She believed that if a student failed, in some measure, she had failed as well, so she tirelessly worked to support every student willing to put forth the effort to learn.

As one fellow educator once noted, successful teachers must embody three key traits: care deeply about their students’ success, be organized, and know their subject matter well. Karen possessed each of these qualities in abundance. Her kindness, professionalism, and unwavering commitment to her students shone brightly throughout her long career. She was a blessing to her students, her peers, and the administrators with whom she worked.

Karen was also an avid reader who found great joy in literature and in sharing that love with others. She especially cherished the opportunities to travel to England as a sponsor for student groups, enriching their educational and cultural experiences.

As a devoted Christian, Karen loved the Lord with all her heart and loved to sing hymns of praise to the Lord. She also held a special love for her family—her three brothers, nieces, and nephews—who will remember her for her faith, grace, and the deep affection she shared with each of them. In addition, she was involved in an after-school program that taught students about Jesus.

Karen is survived by her brothers, Richard Allen and wife, Doris of Conroe, Algia Allen and wife, Linda of Fate, and David Allen and wife, Kim of Mesquite. Also, nephews Jason Allen, Lee, and wife Kena of Conroe, Chris and wife Raegan of Montgomery, Tyler and wife Lori of McKinney, and nieces Kendra Bullock and husband Jason of Magnolia, Texas, Glenna Russell and husband Matt of Rockwall, Kaitlin Ziemer and husband Jordan of Abilene. Great-nephews and great-nieces, Alden, Turner Allen of Conroe, Myles Allen of Montgomery, Brooke, Emma & Claire Bullock of Magnolia, Texas, Carly Russell of Rockwall, Caleb & Maddie Kate Ziemer of Abilene, Brooks & Wesley Allen of McKinney, and numerous cousins and other loving family members and friends.

The family asks, in lieu of flowers or plants, please consider making a donation to the Alzheimer's’ Association, www.alz.org.

Services for Karen are scheduled for 11 a.m., Saturday, October 25, 2025, at Alba Church of Christ, under the direction of the church and family. Visitation will start at 10:30 a.m., before the service.

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10/16/2025

William Dell Stone

Services for William Dell Stone, 78, of Grand Saline, are scheduled for 10 a.m., Saturday, October 18, 2025, at Bartley Funeral Home, with Bro. Benjamin Morrell officiating.

Interment will be in Creagleville Cemetery, Grand Saline.

Mr. Stone passed away peacefully at his residence on October 15, 2025. Born on July 19, 1947, in Grand Saline to William Franklin and Helen Ruth Malone Stone, he remained a lifelong resident of the town he loved, except for a brief time spent in Dallas.

He was a devoted member of Bible Baptist Church, where he was also baptized. A man of simple pleasures, he was an avid fan of John Wayne, western movies, and the Dallas Cowboys. One of his greatest joys was working on his 1979 C10 Chevrolet truck, which he considered his prize possession and a daily project. William was preceded in death by his parents; wife, Sammie Laverne Stone; brother, Billy Joe Stone; and two grandchildren, John Stone and “Little Sam” Williams.

Survivors include his two daughters, Michell Stone of Grand Saline and Tiffany Gale Williams and husband Samuel of Neches; two grandchildren, Marc Jacob Stone and Jeccika Daniels, and Christopher Lee Stone and Bailie Bryant; five great-grandchildren; Tylar, Mason, Avalon, Alexander, and Athena; and numerous other relatives and friends.

Pallbearers will be Marc Jacob Stone, and Christopher Lee Stone.

The family will receive friends on Friday, 5-7 p.m., at the funeral home.

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10/14/2025

Jimmie Dale Stark

Graveside services for Jimmie Dale Stark, age 82, of Campbell, Texas, are scheduled for 2:00 p.m. on Friday, October 17, 2025, at Prairie Valley Cemetery in Campbell. Services are under the direction of Bartley Funeral Home, Lone Oak.

Mr. Stark passed away on October 10, 2025, in Plano, Texas.

Jimmie was born on May 15, 1943, in Placid, Texas, to Earnest Ruben and Joyce Mabel (Hickman) Stark. He married Jeannette Rose Carrigan on November 16, 1963, in Dallas, and together they made their home in Campbell beginning in 1983.

Jimmie worked for many years as a production manager in the food industry. He had a deep love for the outdoors and enjoyed hunting, but his greatest joy came from spending time with his family.

He was preceded in death by his parents; his beloved wife of 51 years, Jeannette Rose Stark; daughter, Sandra Speed; brothers, Jack Stark, Elmer Stark, and James Stark; and sisters, Alice Beshirs and Nora Walker.

Survivors include his brother, Joe R. Stark of Campbell; two grandchildren, Nicole Speed of Commerce and Dylan Speed of Greenville; as well as numerous other relatives and friends who will cherish his memory.

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10/13/2025

William David Johnstone

Services for Mr. William David Johnstone, 91, of Garland, are scheduled for 2 p.m., Wednesday, October 15, 2025, at Bartley Funeral Home, Grand Saline, with Kyle White officiating.

Interment will be in Salem Cemetery, Alba.

Mr. William Johnstone passed away on October 9, 2025, in Grand Saline. He was born September 10, 1934, in Vancouver, British Columbia, to Dorothy Mae Fawcett, and was adopted at the age of five by Andrew and Ellen Johnstone.

William was raised in British Columbia, where he later served as a Flying Officer in the Canadian Air Force. He eventually moved to the United States, making his home in Grand Saline for 34 years before relocating to Dallas eight years ago. William worked as an electrician for 37 years on several major projects, including the GM plant in Arlington and Wills Point High School. He was a proud member of the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW) for 25 years and faithfully served as an Elder at the Grand Saline Church of Christ. He was preceded in death by his parents; Andrew & Ellen Johnstone; wife of 40 years, Gloria Ann Pope Johnstone; and brother, Fred Sallis.

Survivors include his two daughters, Virginia Wells and husband Brad of Wylie, and Janet Johnstone of Mesquite; sister, Marilyn Gillespie and husband Gus of Nanaimo, BC; two grandchildren, Barrett Wells, and Charlotte Wells; and numerous other relatives and friends.

Pallbearers will be Danny Milam, Rex White, Jesse Shelton, Larry Shelton, John Gracey, Don Gracey, Paul Pope, and Michael Franklin.

The family will receive friends one hour prior to services on Wednesday at the funeral home.

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10/13/2025

Mary Ruth Herring Skinner

Services for Mary Ruth Herring Skinner, 74, of Grand Saline, are scheduled for 10 a.m., Wednesday, October 15, 2025, at Bartley Funeral Home.

Mrs. Skinner passed away on October 9, 2025, in Tyler. She was born on August 31, 1951, in Grand Saline. Mary Ruth was raised by Don and Delois Herring, was a lifelong resident of Grand Saline, and a devoted member of Nazarene Chapel.

She worked as a dietician for many years at Azalea Trails (formerly Grand Saline Manor) and Anderson Nursing Center. She loved everyone she met and, above all, she loved the Lord.

Mary Ruth was preceded in death by her father, Arvel Herring; husband, Henry Skinner; son, Jerry Skinner; sister, Lorna Herring; brother, Bill Herring; and granddaughter, Emily Collins.

Survivors include her “Mom” Delois Herring Langston of Grand Saline; son, Ricky Skinner of Greenville; daughter, Tammy Worsen and husband Stephen of Grand Saline; two brothers, Eddie Herring and wife Nancy of Arizona, and Clay Herring of Kansas City, MO; sister, Brenda Finley and husband Chuck of Joplin, MO; thirteen grandchildren; twenty great-grandchildren; and numerous other relatives and friends.

Pallbearers will be Adam Kuykendall, Christopher W. Kuykendall, Jerry R. Skinner, Jerry J. Skinner, Aaron Skinner, and Christopher L. Kuykendall.

The family will receive friends 6-8 p.m., Tuesday, at the funeral home.

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10/04/2025

Andrea Darlene Metcalf Lucas

Services for Andrea Darlene Metcalf Lucas, 64, of Grand Saline, are scheduled for 11 a.m., Monday, October 6, 2025, at Bartley Funeral Home.

Interment will be in Woodside Cemetery.

Andrea Lucas, 64, passed away on October 2, 2025, in Plano, Texas. She was born November 6, 1960, at Lackland Air Force Base in San Antonio, to Melvin Richard and Doris Mae Pritchett Metcalf.

Andrea spent her early years as a proud “military brat,” traveling with her family wherever the Air Force led them. On November 14, 1978, she married the love of her life, David Lucas. Together they built their life in Mesquite and Canton before settling in Grand Saline twenty years ago.

She worked many years as a bookkeeper before earning her bachelor’s degree in education. Andrea was a member of Caney Creek Cowboy Church and cherished her role as a loving wife, mother, and grandmother.

Mrs. Lucas was preceded in death by her father, Melvin Richard Metcalf.

Survivors include her husband of 46 years, David Paul Lucas of Grand Saline; mother, Doris Mae Metcalf of Grand Saline; two sons, David Paul Lucas II of Grand Saline, and Dallas Brian Lucas (Lisa Marie) of Grand Saline; sister, Teresa Bailey of Grand Saline; one grandchild, Nikolas Orion Lucas; and numerous other relatives and friends.

The family will receive friends at 10 a.m., Monday, at the funeral home.

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10/01/2025

Jackie "Jack" Smith

Services for Mr. Jackie “Jack” Smith, 84, of Argyle, are scheduled for 1 p.m., Friday, October 10, 2025, at Bartley Funeral Home, Grand Saline, with Mike McFarlin officiating.

Interment will be in Woodside Cemetery.

Mr. Smith passed away on September 28, 2025, in Denton. He was born on January 13, 1941, in Grand Saline to Jack and Eva Lee Smith.

Jack grew up in Grand Saline and graduated from Grand Saline High School with the Class of 1959. On April 22, 1961, he married his high school sweetheart, Glenda Lewis, in Grand Saline. He went on to graduate from the University of North Texas in 1965.

For most of his life, Jack made his home in Arlington before moving to Argyle 17 years ago. He proudly owned and operated Arlington Visual Communication for 47 years. Outside of work, he loved fishing, traveling, and most of all, spending time with his family and friends. He was also a member of Pantego Bible Church in Arlington.

Jack was preceded in death by his parents; his son, Steven Keith Smith; sisters, Jacqueleen Walker and Juadean Nolan; and his father- and mother-in-law, Lloyd and Allie Lewis.

Survivors include his wife of 64 years, Glenda Smith of Argyle; daughter, Michelle Shannon and husband Wally of Ft. Worth; daughter-in-law, Amanda Smith of Ft. Worth; brother, David Smith and wife Melissa of Grand Saline; two sisters, Edwyna Rumbo of Terrell, and Janie French of Winston-Salem, NC; sister-in-law, Elaine Jennings of North Richland Hills; grandchild, Grady Shannon; nieces and nephews, Scott Rowe and wife Kerri, and their children, Carli Reed and husband Jon and Connor Rowe, Blake Smith and wife Chantae and their daughter, Addi, Cheryl Davis, Jimmy Busbee, Johnny Busbee, Sandy Wade, and Vickie Taylor; and numerous other relatives and friends.

Pallbearers will be Wally Shannon, Grady Shannon, Scott Rowe, David Smith, Blake Smith, and Nick Roppolo.

Honorary pallbearers will be Connor Rowe, and Jon Reed.

Memorials may be made to Woodside Cemetery Association, P.O. Box 543, Grand Saline, Texas, 75140.

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09/26/2025

Phillip Leo Hettich

Services for Phillip Leo Hettich, 91, of Dallas, Texas, are scheduled for 11 a.m., Saturday, October 4, 2025, at Posey Baptist Church, Sulphur Springs, under the direction of Bartley Funeral Home, Grand Saline.

Interment will follow in Peerless Cemetery, Sulphur Springs.

Mr. Hettich passed away on September 22, 2025. He was born April 21, 1934, in North Hopkins County to Sammie Milburn and Martha Jane Allsip Hettich.

Phillip graduated from North Hopkins High School with the Class of 1952. After moving to Dallas, he worked for Dallas Power & Light while attending college and later earned his bachelor’s degree in accounting from Southern Methodist University, becoming a Certified Public Accountant. He was an active member of the Carrollton-Farmers Branch Rotary Club, where he served two terms as President, and he also gave his time and leadership as a longtime member of the Board of Directors at Dedman Hospital in Dallas (known now as Dallas Medical Center).

In 1995, Phillip met his sweetheart, Alma Box, and together they shared 30 wonderful years. Their life was filled with travel across the United States, square dancing, and memorable trips to Europe and Canada. One of their favorite traditions was enjoying Friday night dinners at Tupinamba Mexican Restaurant in Dallas.

In 2024, Phillip moved to Lyndale Memory Care in Abilene, Texas, where he received loving care from the dedicated staff. His family extends their heartfelt gratitude for the compassion and kindness shown to him in his final year.

Phillip was preceded in death by his parents; brother, Hurshel Leon Hettich; and his sister Jean Singleton.

He is survived by his sweetheart, Alma Box of Dallas; sons, Phil Hettich Jr. and wife Bobette of Abilene, and Ron Hettich and wife Margie of Cascade, Maryland; sister, Patsy Galbraith of Athens; grandchildren, Colter, Hunter, Sam, and Anna; nine great-grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews to whom he was a cherished uncle.

Pallbearers will be Hunter Hettich, Colter Hettich, Sam Hettich, Anna Hettich, James Marshall, and Stephan Singleton.

The family will receive friends one hour prior to services on Saturday at the church.

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09/25/2025

Mr. Tom Allen West, 79, of Grand Saline, passed away September 22, 2025, in Grand Saline. He was born June 3, 1946, in Mesa, Arizona, to Tom Blanchard & Claudia Elizabeth Clay West.

Around age 18, he traveled to play music and got in with the original band, The Poor Boys in 1965, as their drummer. He worked in landscaping, plumbing, and construction throughout his life. Tom traveled many places but settled in Grand Saline. He lived his final years at Anderson Nursing Center. He loved meeting and making new friends. He loved the Lord Jesus with all of his heart.

Tom was preceded in death by his parents, Tom West and Elizabeth West; and two sisters, Claudia Mae West Tabraham, and Joan Lee West Young.

He is survived by his sister, Betty Ann West Wilson (Lloyd) of Chandler, AZ; son, Tommy F. West of Florida; and daughter, Dina C. West Harger (John) of Fruitvale. He had grandchildren and numerous great-grandchildren, along with nieces, nephews, other relatives, and friends.

There will be a Celebration of Life in Fruitvale at a later date.