Obituaries

James Allen Kruse, 91, went peacefully home with his wife, Hertha, by his side on Thursday, July 9, 2026. Funeral services were held on July 13, 2026, at Riley Funeral Home.

Joseph Allen Booth, lovingly known as “Pappy,” “Happy,” “Joe Cool,” and “JoJo” passed away on July 3, 2026, in Brownwood, at the age of 60. Joseph was born on February 21, 1966, in Little Rock, Arkansas, to Betty Snell and James Booth.

James Lyle Kenton (Jim), age 84, died peacefully at home with his family on Tuesday, June 30, 2026. Funeral service will be held on Friday, July 10, at Riley Funeral Home in Hamilton, at 11 a.m., with viewing at 10 a.m.

Joseph Verne West Oglesby, born in Waco on April 10, 1964, passed away July 1, 2026, in Waco. Joseph, also known as “Crazy Uncle Joe,” loved helping everyone, even if that meant he went without. Joe also loved being the center of attention and making everlasting memories. Joe was a rough, tough outlaw and will be missed by all. He loved doing everything the Joe Oglesby way, the cowboy way.

Diana Sue Schronk,76, of Hamilton, passed away June 28, 2026. Services will be held on Friday, July 1 at Riley Funeral Home in Hamilton, at 2 p.m.

Clifford Russell Dearing, 56, of Hamilton, passed away on June 15, 2026, after a courageous battle with cancer. Services were held on Saturday, June 20 at Gentry’s Mill Cemetery, Hamilton.

Jerry Wayne Hansard, 71, of Hamilton, passed away on June 13, 2026. A Celebration of Life service will be held on June 20, 2026, at 11a.m.

Martha Helen Drew departed from this world and entered into the loving arms of Jesus on June 4, 2026, at the age of 88, surrounded by her loved ones. Visitation will be Wednesday, June 10, from 4 to 6 p.m.

Jacob Calvin Lingle Jr., 96, passed away on June 4, 2026. Graveside services were held at Hurst Ranch Cemetery in Star on June 9, 2026.