Obituaries

Sally Silvey

October 4, 2012 by Lisa Parker

Sally Silvey

Seattle Lee Silvey was born September 18, 1925, in Oswego, Kan., daughter of the late Bennie and Gladys Burkhart Knight. She married James Silvey in Andrews on January 13, 1964, and they began their life together. Sally made her career as a caregiver and retired after more than 20 years of dedicated service. She was a faithful member of Calvary United Methodist Church for many years.

Sally was preceded in death by her husband, James Silvey, and her parents.

Survivors include daughter, Marilyn Vandever of Mesa, Ariz.; son, Ed Davenport of Sun Rise Beach, Mo.; grandchildren, Tiffany Kalwei of Lee Summit, Mo., Bryan Davenport of Lee Summit, Mo., Shantea Henrichs of Olathe, Kan., and Suzanne Swartzbaugh of Omaha, Neb.; nine great-grandchildren; and a host of loving friends and church family.

Ellis Wayne Britton

October 3, 2012 by Lisa Parker

Ellis was born December 18, 1937 to Hoyt Britton and Rachel Price Britton in Lorraine, Texas. Ellis graduated from high school in Stanton Texas. He married Janelle Jones in Stanton on June 28, 1958. Ellis’s life will be remembered for his amazing sense of humor, quick wit, elaborate storytelling abilities, passion for sports and most importantly his unconditional love for his family.

Ellis was preceded in death by his parents and his adored grandson, Jaison Dane Braulick.

Survivors include his wife, Janelle Britton, of Burnet, Texas; his son, James Hoyt Britton and his wife, Tracey, along with their children Dylan and Lauren of Aledo; his daughter, Juli Wehmeyer and her husband, Robert, along with their children, Britton and Chandler of Austin, Texas; his sister, Judith Havins and her husband, William, of Pleasanton, Texas; and several treasured nieces and nephews.

Patricia Ann Tillman

September 28, 2012 by Lisa Parker

Patricia was born January 12, 1939 in Albion, Okla. to R. M. and Minnie Joy Baker. She was a longtime resident of Azle. Patricia was an avid collector of Ty-Bear babies. Her children and grandchildren were the highlight of her days, with HSN a distant second.

Patricia was preceded in death by her parents; and husband, Roy N. Tillman in 2008.

Survivors include sons, Roy M. Tillman and wife, Karen Sue of Reno and Anthony S. Tillman and wife, Patricia L. of Okla; daughters, Jodi Ann Tillman and husband, David McNeal of Azle and Gaye Lynn Tillman of Azle; brother, Patrick L. Tillman and wife, Angelica of Midland; 15 grandchildren; and five great-grandchildren; also numerous close friends.

Mark LeFan

September 28, 2012 by Lisa Parker

Mark was born August 30, 1959 in Fort Worth to Olan Gerald and Dixie Lee LeFan. He was raised by Olan Gerald and Carol LeFan. Mark was a longtime resident of Weatherford. He loved the outdoors and was an avid hunter. Mark enjoyed restoring and working on old cars. He built many things over the years.

Mark was preceded in death by a sister.

Survivors include his wife, Vicki LeFan of Azle; son, Joshua LeFan and wife, Christine of Fort Worth; his parents; daughters, Amanda LeFan and Jennifer LeFan both of Azle; brothers, Drew LeFan and wife, Susan of Tenn., Gerald LeFan and wife, Lisa of Arlington, Allen Lefan and wife, Connie of Fla., and Greg LeFan and wife, Kelley of Weatherford; sisters, Mary Slider and husband, Bruce of Hurst, Becky LeFan of Weatherford and Ann LeFan of Euless; four grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews.

Claude Truett Hasley

September 26, 2012 by Lisa Parker

Claude Truett Hasley

Mr. Hasley was born in Weatherford on November 22, 1917 to Lula Vie Moore and Urbe Edward Hasley. He graduated from the last class at the Pythian Home School, although he was not a resident there. Truett married Virginia Thoma Hasley on November 10, 1940. They were married at the home of her parents, Lottie Jane and Otto Wald Thoma, near Sunshine Lake. Truett and Virginia lived in Weatherford for many years, moved to Fort Worth, and retired to Granbury. They were members of First Baptist Church in Granbury and when they moved back to Weatherford, they moved their membership back to North Side Baptist Church. Truett was a gentle, loving man who was firm in his Christian beliefs. His advice was, "Know God--Always keep Him with you".

Granddaddy loved his children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren and they always considered him their hero. Nathan said of him, "He is the bravest man I ever met." When asked why, he said, "He fought in the war and now he is fighting this illness." Caitlan wrote, "I will live out your "love relentlessly" attitude, and do my best to bring joy to everyone I meet, just like you did." Daddy and Granddaddy died as he lived, in tune with the Lord and a godly example to everyone. He was a Prayer Warrior and thanked God for his salvation daily. He loved his family and he prayed for them daily as well as others.

Charles Brown Juvenal

September 25, 2012 by Lisa Parker

Charles was born November 14, 1924 to Charles and Sara Brown Juvenal in Maryville, Missouri. He worked as an educator until he retired after 40 years. Charles enjoyed passing time as a Hamm Radio Operator and he was a member of the presbyterian church.

Charles was preceded in death by his wife of 61 years, Virginia.

Survivors include his nephew, John Fisher and wife, Annie, of Weatherford; great-nieces, Shawna K. Fisher and husband, Charles Russell, of Overland Park, Kansas, Kara L. Petersen and husband, Ken, of Gulf Breeze, Florida, Lacy J. Crotts and husband, Jeremy, of Frisco and Mary L. Caraway of Fort Worth; and great-great-nieces and nephews, Sydney, Heath, Austin, Riley, Reagan, Aidan and Ethan.

Jim Norfleet

September 25, 2012 by Lisa Parker

Jim Norfleet

Jim was born in Greenville to Franklin Norfleet and Evelyn Gillingham. He was a longtime resident of Dallas. Jim was an avid Texas Longhorn fan and loved collecting Buddy Holly memorabilia. Jim was the best pa-pa ever to granddaughter, Atiana Ramos.

He was preceded in death by his mother; and a brother.

Survivors include his wife, Louise Norfleet of Dallas; daughter, Cathy Ramos and husband, Jesus of Azle; father, Franklin Norfleet and wife, Paulette of Greenville; sisters, Paula Garza of Midlothian, Cynthia Smith of Greenville and Debra McDaniel and husband, Danny of Campbell; granddaughter, Atiana Ramos; three nephews; and a host of loving relatives and friends.

Jimmie Clark Brandon II

September 24, 2012 by Lisa Parker

Clark was born June 1, 1966 in Denton to Jimmie Clark and Carrie Nickcole Brandon. He was a long time resident of Springtown. Clark was a business owner, a true friend, and a devoted family man. His greatest two loves were his family and spending time at Winstar.

Clark was preceded in death by his father.

Survivors include his wife, Nancy Brandon of Paradise; daughter, Ashley Juarez and husband, Robert of Springtown; son, Johnny Dickens and wife, Robin of Paradise; six grandchildren, Mikeala, Jake, Kyndel, Koby, Kooper, and Grace; mother, Nickie of Denton; sister, Tami Brandon Beeson of Galveston; and numerous nieces, nephews, and acquaintances.

Melvin J. Fencl

September 18, 2012 by Lisa Parker

Melvin J. Fencl

Melvin was born August 19, 1931 to James and Bess Vasko Fencl in Cicero, Illinois. He honorably served his country in the United States Air Force. Melvin was a member of Trinity Bible Church and also of the Carpenters Union.

He was preceded in death by his wife of 50 years, Joyce Fencl on April 23, 2006; and his parents.

Survivors include his daughter, Cheri Morgan of Weatherford; grandchildren, Taylor Morgan of Austin and Brooke Morgan of Weatherford; niece, Regina Kees; nephews, George and Michael Jares, and Rollan Fencl, Jr.; and many loving friends and church family.

Thomas Jeffrey Klahm

September 18, 2012 by Lisa Parker

Thomas Jeffrey Klahm

Thomas was born May 21, 1953 to John and Shirley Klahm in Cincinnati, Ohio.
He was a member of Trinity Bible Church where he taught Sunday School. Tom was a football coach at Trinity Christian Academy. He was also a Kids Hope mentor.

Tom is preceded in death by his mother and brother, Greg Klahm.

Survivors include his wife, Sharon; daughters, Jessica Bradley and husband, Christopher, Victoria Klahm; sons, Ben Klahm and wife, Gina, Martin Klahm, Zach Hamilton and fiance, Kristyn Dunn; father, John Klahm; brother, Mark Klahm and wife, Rebeka; five grandchildren, Leah, Kelly, Jenny, Jack and Stacy.