All Obituaries

Deborah Lynn Butterfly departed this world suddenly and unexpectedly on June 18, 2021.  There are no services planned at this time.

Connie Foretich, of Commerce, passed away following a lengthy illness, while surrounded by friends and family.  Arrangements are pending.

Jimmie Frank Moore, 72, of Commerce, passed away peacefully at his home, surrounded by his family, on Wednesday, June 9, 2021.  He was born on August 25, 1948, in Commerce, Texas, the son of Jack Aubrey Moore and Grace Reagan Moore.  The family will receive friends at a memorial gathering to take place on Saturday, June 26, 2021, from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. at the Fairlie Home Place, 6186 CR 4607 Commerce, TX 75428. Jimmie grew up in Commerce, attending Commerce High School,...

CJ Sweesy, of Dallas, passed away at Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital in Plano on Tuesday, May 25, 2021.  A committal service will be held at DFW National Cemetery at a later date.

Paul Robert Welch, 53, of Greenville, died on Sunday, May 23, 2021 after a brief illness.  He was born on December 14, 1967 in Greenville, Texas, the son of Lester Lee Welch and Jeanette Sibley Welch Norris.  Paul was raised in Commerce.  He attended Commerce High School, graduating in 1991.  Paul attended Ridgecrest Baptist Church in Commerce for many years.  He then attended church in Greenville at Highland Terrace Baptist Church.  Paul enjoyed a variety of...

Robert “Bob” Couch Grove, 87, of Commerce, passed away peacefully on Saturday, May 15, 2021.  He was born on July 18, 1933 in Dallas, Texas, the son of Joseph Gilbert Grove and Nell Elizabeth Couch Grove.  A funeral will take place on Saturday, May 22, 2021 at 12:00 p.m. at Commerce Funeral Home with Reverend Samuel Caldwell officiating.  Bob attended Commerce schools, graduating with the class of 1951.  He then attended East Texas State University, where he...

Doris June Lawwill, 76, of Cumby, passed away on May 12, 2021, surrounded by her loving family.  She was born on June 20, 1944 in Valley Creek, Tennessee, the daughter of Gilbert Hatfield and Goldie Lee Dunn Hatfield.  The family will receive friends at a visitation to take place on Monday, May 17, from 2:00 – 3:00 p.m. at Commerce Funeral Home.  A graveside service will take place immediately following at 3:00 p.m. at Pleasant Grove Cemetery in Cumby.  Doris...

Thomas James Reel was called home to the loving arms of Jesus on Tuesday, May 11, 2021.  He was born on Friday, May 7, 2021 at 7:17 p.m. weighing 1 lb. 4.7 oz. and measuring 10.63 in. long at Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Plano.  In his short 4 days, his sweet story touched all our lives.  We are blessed because of his birth by bringing us together through kindness shown through prayers, love, hope and heartfelt messages from around the world.  Glory to God for our...

Patricia Annette (Jones) Pope transitioned from life on May 8th, 2021, at the age of 81.  Pat was born on April 25th, 1940, in Gilmer, Texas, to Harmon Woodrow and Troy (Lansdale) Jones. She grew up and attended public schools in New Boston, Texas, and subsequently earned a bachelor’s degree in English from Texas Woman’s University, a master’s degree in counseling from the University of North Texas, and a doctor’s degree in educational administration from Texas...

Christopher Hollandsworth, of Chesapeake, Virginia (formerly from Texas) passed away from injuries sustained Tuesday, May 4, in Norfolk, Virginia.  Christopher will take his final flight back to Texas where he will be laid to rest.  A graveside service is scheduled for Thursday, June 3, 2021 at 2:00 p,m. at Grove Hill Cemetery, 3920 Samuel Blvd., Dallas, TX 75228.