“Blessed are the pure in heart, for they will see God.” Matthew 5:8.

Katheryne Wynema Hill Kirkland, 90, went to her eternal home on Thursday, March 7, 2013, in Denton, Texas, after a lengthy illness, with her three children and their spouses, several grandchildren and great-grandchildren by her side.

She was born April 24, 1922, in Frisco, Texas, to the late William Leroy Hill and Kate Minerva Hays Hill.

She married the love of her life, Joseph Eldon Kirkland, on February 14, 1942. They had three children who were the pride and joy of Wynema’s life. She devoted her life to raising her children and modeled for them love, kindness, compassion and generosity.

She loved spending time with her children and their spouses, her eight grandchildren and their spouses, and 10 great-grandchildren.

She was a former member of the First Baptist Church of Frisco, Texas, First United Methodist Church of Lewisville, Texas, and Russell Memorial United Methodist Church in Wills Point, Texas. She was a member of the Bolivar Baptist Church in Sanger.

She was a member of the 1941 graduating class of Frisco High School.

She was a member of the Lewisville Chapter #935 of Eastern Star and a dual member with Wills Point Chapter #366.

She was preceded in death by her husband of 44 years in 1986; her parents, William Leroy Hill and Kate Minerva Hays Hill; and six brothers, two sisters and their spouses.

Survivors include daughters and sons-in-law, Wynema Jo Kirkland McLemee and Don McLemee, of Rockwall, Texas, Karen Elizabeth Warnock and David Warnock, of Forney, Texas, and son and daughter-in-law, Roy Eldon “Buster” Kirkland and Malinda Kirkland of Sanger; grandchildren and spouses, Scott and Rita McLemee, of Washington, D.C., Donna and Jay Combs of Rowlett, Texas, Amy Warnock of Celina, Texas, Amanda and Nathan Boquist of Terrell, Texas, Angela and Joseph Barton of Wills Point, Texas, Jeremy and Natasha Kirkland, Sanger, Texas, Melanie and Hunter Jones of Krum, Texas, and Chad and Lora Kirkland, Fort Worth, Texas; and great-grandchildren, Casey and Ashley Combs, Alexandria and Mason Warnock, Jackson Ezell, Makinsey, Talon and Kane Kirkland, and Kylie and Libby Kirkland.

The celebration of Katheryne Wynema Hill Kirkland was held at Restland Memorial Chapel at 11 a.m. on Tuesday, March 12, 2013, with interment immediately following at Restland Cemetery in Dallas, Texas.

Vernon is survived by his siblings, Richard B. Wade and his wife, Patricia of McKinney, Eula Scott of Irving and Margaret Nell Benton of Irving; numerous nieces, nephews, and a host of friends.

Vernon is preceded in death by his wife, Jean Wade; parents, one brother and nine sisters.

A Funeral Service will be held at the First Baptist Church in Frisco on Friday, May 3, 2013 at 10:30 AM with Pastor Elwood Larson officiating. Interment will follow at Ridgeview Memorial Park in Allen. A Visitation will be held prior to the funeral service on Friday beginning at 9:30 AM.

Freddie Almon, 63, passed away Wednesday, Nov. 28, 2012.
Freddie was born Oct. 16, 1949, in Dallas, to Raymond and Katy Almon. He graduated from Frisco High School and from North Texas State University, now UNT, in Denton. He married Shelia Roper on Aug. 3, 1985, and together they raised their family. Freddie supported his family by working as a supervisor for TXU Energy for numerous years.

Freddie was a quarterback and pitcher and was once referred to as the greatest athlete to ever attend Frisco High School. However Freddie’s main loves were his family and his dog, Molly. He loved hem all with a passion. His great sense of humor and his personality will be  greatly missed.

Freddie was preceded in death by his father, Raymond Almon.

Survivors: Wife, Shelia; children, Matthew Hawthorne and Lindsey Almon; mother, Katy Almon; and brother, Ronnie Almon and wife, Jonette.

Memorials: In lieu of flowers, please make donations to Michael’s  Memories, 500 Southwestern Blvd., Coppell, Texas 75019.

Service: 10 a.m. Saturday in Bluebonnet Hills Memorial Chapel. Visitation: 6 to 8 p.m. Friday at Bluebonnet Hills Funeral Home in Colleyville.

December 27, 1922 – November 16, 2012

Jasper Coleman Fisher, age 89 of Tioga, Texas passed away on November 16, 2012 in Tioga. He was born on December 22, 1922 in Frisco, Texas to Mack Fisher and Minnie (Higgenbotham) Fisher. Jasper married Thelma Lucille Hocker on September 23, 1944 in McKinney, Texas. Jasper was a long time Frisco resident; farmer and member of First United Methodist Church of Frisco.

Her sisters and friends called her Minnie, her husband called her Esther, her children called her Mother and her grand children and great grand children called her Mama Minn.

William Ray Sterling and Minnie wed in the Prosper Presbyterian manse on December 15, 1930. Minnie and Ray purchased the farm east of Frisco in 1940. About 1954 Minnie and Ray went into business together doing upholstery and furniture restoration while still maintaining the farm. That business expanded into a full-scale decorator business known as “Squirrel’s Hobby Shop” with custom made draperies & bedspreads to go with the upholstered furniture. Minnie retired from the custom drapery and upholstery business about mid 1980’s and resumed her passion of hand smocking and sewing baby and little girl dresses.

Prosper became their new address in September of 2001. She continued sewing almost daily and collecting friends, turning out a couple of dresses per week until mid September 2012.

Minnie lived a full and adventurous 102 plus years. Her children were constantly amused by how easily their Mother collected, and kept, long-term loyal friendships.

She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband Ray of almost 72 full years, one brother Herb Roberson, two sisters, Ethel Mae Hughes & Lucile Luper, great granddaughter Amanda Griffin, and granddaughter Jamie Rae Sterling.

Surviving Minnie is two sisters, Lorene Gilliland, and Doris Waltrip, five children and their spouses, Thelma & Robert Griffin, James & Judy Sterling, Homer G. & Catherine Sterling, Pat & Patricia Sterling, Nancy & Randy Tyler. Eleven grandchildren, Tim, Chris, Bo, and Barry Griffin, Shawn Sterling, Liesl Triplett, Colette Tjernagel, Kimberly Lang, Bridget Carpenter, Tiffany Lacy, and Bryan Sterling. There were 24 great grandchildren and seven great-great grandchildren left without their Mama Minn’s frequent attentions, along with numerous nieces, nephews and adopted family members.

A Funeral Service will be held at First United Methodist Church in Frisco on Monday, September 24, 2012 at 2:00 PM. Interment will follow at Ridgeview Memorial Park in Allen. A visitation will be held at Turrentine-Jackson-Morrow Funeral Home in Frisco on Sunday, September 23, 2012 from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM.

Oma Lee Phillips of Frisco, Texas; sons, Ron Phillips of Orlando, Florida, Dr. Don Phillips and wife, Lisa of Weatherford, Texas; grandchildren, Connor Phillips, James Phillips, Maria Phillips, Gloria Phillips and Lydia Phillips. He was a loving husband and a great role model for his sons, grandchildren, and the community. He served the community in numerous capacities including as a member of the Frisco ISD Board of Education for 15 years and on the Frisco Fire Department for 25 years, thirteen as fire chief. He was a dedicated member of the Heritage Association of Frisco. He had a love for all people, but especially children and he and Oma Lee welcomed all into their home as they would their family. They acted as surrogate grandparents for many of these children. The family will receive friends at a Visitation to be held at Turrentine-Jackson-Morrow Funeral Home on Friday, September 21, 2012 from 6-8 PM. Funeral Services will be held at 2:00 PM on Saturday, September 22, 2012 at the First United Methodist Church of Frisco. Interment will follow at Ridgeview Memorial Park in Allen, Texas. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to Lebanon Baptist Church in Frisco.

Visitation will be held on Friday, August 24, 2012 at Restland Funeral Home at 6:00-8:00 PM. Services will be held on Saturday, August 25, 2012 at 11:00 AM in Restland Memorial Chapel, and will be officiated by; Rev. Jan Davis, Rev. Dretha Burris and Rev. Buist Wilson of First United Methodist Church in Rowlett. In lieu of flowers make donations to American Cancer Society or Dallas Police Department- Widows and Orphan Fund.

Funeral services were held at 10 a.m., Tuesday, July 17, 2012 at the Delta Funeral Home Chapel, with Gary Regan officiating, and interment was at the Restlawn Cemetery in Hopkins County, Texas.

Mr. Sonntag was born on September 25, 1947 in Collin County. He was the son of Thomas Marvin Sonntag and Edna Marie (Calhoun) Sonntag.

He had lived in Cooper the past nine years, moving from Como.

He was a member of the Elm Ridge Baptist Church in Como.

On June 9, 1973, he married Susan Benson.

Survivors include his wife, Susan Sonntag of Cooper; son, Kip Sonntag & wife, Callie of Cooper; brothers, Paul Sonntag & wife, Faye of Tyler, Marlin Sonntag & wife, Martha of DeSoto ; and a sister, Anita Young & husband, Gary of Sulphur Bluff. He is also survived by three grandchildren, Chani, Kelei and Baler Sonntag.

He was preceded in death by his parents and a son, Kerry Scott Sonntag.