Obituaries

Jul 21, 2026

Andrea Murillo, a resident of McKinney, passed away unexpectedly the morning of July 21, 2026 at Princeton Medical Lodge.  There are no services planned.

Jul 16, 2026

Damion Tyler Bolin, of Greenville, passed away unexpectedly at his home on July 16, 2026.  A visitation will take place on Friday, July 31, 2026 from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. at Bull Creek Cowboy Church, 9591 W US Hwy 69, Point, TX.  A funeral service will take place on Saturday, August 1, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. at Bull Creek Cowboy...

Jul 15, 2026

It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Cora Marie Thrasher Lambert, of Wolfe City, TX. Cora passed away in Commerce, TX on July 15, 2026, at the age of 89.

She was born on December 26, 1936, to Noah Lee Thrasher and Mamie Scoggins Thrasher in Reinhardt, TX.

Cora graduated from Wylie High School in 1955. She was...

Jul 14, 2026

Don Allen Rainbolt, 90, a lifelong resident of Commerce, passed away at home on Tuesday, July 14, 2026. He was surrounded by his family in his home that he had lived in for nearly sixty years. Don was born on September 20, 1935, in Commerce, the son of Preston Allen Rainbolt and Faye McCombs Rainbolt.

Don attended Commerce High School, graduating...

Jun 13, 2026

Catherine Lynn Dye, of Commerce, Texas, passed away on June 13, 2026 at Hunt Regional Medical Center. She was 68 years old.

 Cathy was born in Ft. Worth, Texas to parents Murlon Dye and Mary Carolyn Dye. She graduated from Commerce High School and pursued undergraduate and graduate degrees in psychology. She was a credentialed Licensed Professional Counselor and used her...

Jun 9, 2026

Jun 2, 2026

Zachary Craig McClendon was born sleeping on June 2, 2026, and woke up in the arms of Jesus.  A memorial service for Zachary is scheduled for Saturday, June 27, 2026 at 11:00 a.m. at Commerce Funeral Home.

A gentle soul you were meant to be,

A precious son I longed to see.

You never breathed this earthly air,

But hold a heart I'll always share. 

The quietest...

May 27, 2026

Michael Orin Aikin, 74, passed away at his home on Wednesday, May 27, 2026. He was born on November 26, 1951, in North Platte, Nebraska, the son of Oren Carl Aikin and Freda Vida Clark Aikin.

Burial, with full military honors, will take place on Monday, June 15, 2026 at 1:30 p.m. at DFW National Cemetery, 2000 Mountain Creek Parkway, Dallas,...

May 19, 2026

Roger Dean McKinney, of Commerce, Texas, passed away at his home on May 19, 2026. Roger was born on September 18,1948 to Edith Oma (Haley) McKinney and Henderson Wince McKinney.

A visitation will take place on Saturday, May 23, 2026 from 9:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. at Commerce Funeral Home. A funeral will be held immediately following beginning at 10:00 a.m....

May 15, 2026

Beau Michael-Tassert Damico, born to Hope and Dominic Damico on March 25, 2026, went to his heavenly home on May 15, 2026. Arrangements are pending.

Heaven's Rocking Chair 

by Ron Tranmer

Are there rocking chairs in Heaven where little babies go?

Do the angels hold you closely and rock you to and fro? 

Do they talk silly baby talk to get a smile or two

and...

May 12, 2026

Rickey Dewayne Johnston, 70, of Commerce passed away on May 12, 2026. Rickey was born on January 25, 1956 to James Edward and Daisy Fay (Miller) Johnston. He was preceded in death by his parents. He is survived by brother Michael Johnston and wife Karen of Wolfe City, sisters Pamela Johnston of Lewisville, and Cheryl Van Zandt of Commerce. Rickey...

May 12, 2026

Bobby Joe Eilers, age 58, passed away to be with his Lord and Savior, on Tuesday, the 12th of May, at his home in Campbell, Texas. Bobby was a devoted son, brother, father, uncle, and friend.

A tribute to Bobby’s life will be held on Saturday, May 16th at Commerce Funeral Home at 1505 Washington Street in Commerce, Texas: the family...

May 2, 2026

“Mommy, we’re in life together.” Brian Ball, Age 3

Brian Steven (BB) Ball was born in Dallas, Texas, on September 4, 1979, the eldest son of Linda and Steve Ball. He passed away on May 2, 2026.

A visitation will take place on Tuesday, May 12, 2026 from 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. at the First United Methodist Church in Commerce. A...

Apr 30, 2026

Charles Daniel “Danny” Cohea, 71, passed away peacefully on Thursday, April 30, 2026. Danny was born in Dallas, Texas on August 14,1954 to Steve Cohea and Pansy Pearl Elizabeth Eddy.

A graveside service will take place on Monday, May 11, 2026 1:00 p.m. at Long Cemetery, Cumby, Texas.

Survivors include his brother, David Cohea of Grand Prairie, sister-in-law Glenda Cohea of Dallas,...

Apr 16, 2026

Alec Ja-Wayne Kao, 42, passed away peacefully at his home on Thursday, April 16, 2026. He was born on January 13, 1984, in Greenville, Texas, the son of Peter Kao and Sherie Burt Kao. A funeral service will be held on Friday, April 24, 2026 at 1:00 p.m. at First Baptist Church, 1401 Washington St., Commerce, TX. Interment at Sonora...

Apr 16, 2026

Benny Earl Rucker, of Blue Ridge, passed away at Baylor, Scott, and White hospital in McKinney, Texas.  Arrangements are pending.

Apr 16, 2026

Roy Dudley Gilliland Jr., 77, of Commerce, Texas, passed away on April 16, 2026. Roy was born on January 10, 1949, and spent most of his life in Commerce, where he built deep roots and lasting memories with those he loved. A memorial service is planned for Saturday, May 2, 2026 at 1:00 p.m. at Commerce Funeral Home.

Roy proudly served...

Apr 11, 2026

Steven Kyle Snowden, of Klondike, passed away at his home following a lengthy illness.  No services are planned.

Apr 7, 2026

Brinda Gail Davis, a resident of Sulphur Springs, TX, passed away at Christus Mother Francis Hospital on April 7, 2026.  Arrangements are pending.

Apr 6, 2026

Frank Ray Fisher, 78, passed away peacefully on Monday, April 6, 2026.

He was born on November 12, 1947, in Iowa City, Iowa, the son of Frank Ray Fisher Sr. and Delores Lavina Tucker Fisher.

A graveside service will take place on Saturday, April 18, 2026 at 1:00 p.m. at Sonora Cemetery in Fairlie, Texas.

After graduating from high school, Frank began working...