Obituaries

Gary Med Richards, age 71, of Palestine, Texas, passed away into the loving arms of Jesus on Friday, the 2nd day of December 2022. Gary was born in Bronte, Texas on the 6th day of November 1951, to parents Sam Richards and

Bobbie Jean Forbess 94 of Rogers, Arkansas formerly of Brownwood, Texas passed away November 22, 2022, at Jamestown Health and Rehab. She was born September 10, 1928, in Dell, Arkansas the daughter of James Oscar and Lessie Larene Dial Barnes. Bobbie owned and operated a Health Food Store. She was a longtime member of the Austin Avenue Church of Christ in Brownwood and a member of Southside Church of Christ in Rogers. She is preceded in death by her husband Ancil L Forbess, Jr. they were married March 23, 1947, in Galveston, Texas. She is survived by her children Rodney Forbess and wife Darlene and Teresa Ann Hamlet and husband Garry, seven grandchildren and sixteen great grandchildren. Visitation will be 10:00 a.m, to 11:00 a.m. Monday, November 28, 2022, at Benton County Funeral Home, 306 N. 4th Street, Rogers. Funeral services will be at 11:00 at the funeral home. Graveside services 10:00 a.m. Wednesday, November 30, 2022, at Eastlawn Memorial Park Cemetery, in Early, Texas under the direction of Heartland Funeral Home, in Early. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions to the Green Valley Bible Camp or to the Iron Rose Sister Ministries c/o of Benton County Funeral Home. Online condolences to www.bentoncountyfuneralhome.com

Charlie Wayne Brewer, 74, of Brownwood, passed away on Sunday, November 13, 2022, at his home, surrounded by his immediate family. Celebration of Life will be held at 10 a.m. on Saturday, November 19, at Blaylock Funeral Home Chapel, with Mickey Wayne Isbell officiating. A private interment will be held at a later date. Services are under the direction of Blaylock Funeral Home of Brownwood. Charlie was born on April 16, 1948 to Clifford Clifton Brewer and Betty Jo Rodgers, in Lubbock. Charlie was a bull hauler for forty years, starting at the age of 16. He drove for Gene Tongate and R&R Trucking, Cleo and Dwayne Grooms, Ted Simpson, Rodney and Monty Carlisle, Bar C Feed, and John Dockery. In his younger years, Charlie also cowboyed at the Pitchfork Ranch and the 6666 Ranch. In 1980, he met his wife Cheryl, and they were married two weeks later. He enjoyed reading, western movies, fishing, talking, and working with his sheep. Charlie had a deep value for family first and work second. He had friends far and wide, here and some already passed on. Charlie loved his routine of going to the coffee shop for coffee and breakfast (even if he had already eaten) and visiting with friends. He never met a stranger that he couldn’t talk to and entertain with a story. He hated the telephone and would drive thirty miles out of the way to talk to someone face to face. His handshake was his word. Charlie was a generous soul who gave and never took credit. Charlie is survived by his wife of forty-two years, Cheryl Brewer; daughter, Sabrina Brewer; granddaughter, Katarina Jo Mann; grandsons, Remington James Turner and Matthew Cole Mann; other family members, James Mann, Brian Keel, and Ruben “R.T.” Turner. He is also survived by many other relatives and a host of friends. He was preceded in death by his parents, Clifford and Betty Jo Brewer, and his son, Patrick Wayne Brewer. The family offers their special thanks to CCS Hospice Nurses, Carla, Tiffany, and Jennifer, for their car

Our Heavenly Father called Gary Neil Barton, age 64, of Talpa, home on Monday, November 14, 2022. Gary was born May 11, 1958, in Brownwood to O’Neil and Jo Ann Barton. He grew up in Early and Brownwood graduating from Brownwood High School in 1976. Gary had several occupational adventures of which his favorite was GB Construction in Coleman and the surrounding area. He was Fire Chief of the Valera Volunteer Fire Department for over 20 years. Gary is preceded in death by his father, O’Neil Barton and stepfather, Bobby Jack Snow. He is survived by his mother, Jo Ann Snow of Brownwood; his best friend, Tonya Stratton of Ingram; three children, Beau Sirois and partner Laura of Early, Colby Stratton and wife Gwen of Talpa, and Kelsey Stratton and Chris Rangel of Kerrville; a special sister, Liz Mayer of Dallas; ten grandchildren; and a host of uncles, cousins, friends and neighbors. The family will host a time of visitation from 12:30 p.m. to 1:30 p.m. Wednesday, November 16, 2022, at Stevens Funeral Home Chapel, 400 W. Pecan Street, in Coleman. Following the visitation, family and friends are invited to participate in the funeral procession going to White Chapel Cemetery leaving Stevens Funeral Home at 1:40 p.m. followed by a graveside funeral service at 2:00 p.m. in the White Chapel Cemetery. Mark Smith and Bud Bolton will officiate. Interment will follow in the White Chapel Cemetery. Services are entrusted to Stevens Funeral Home in Coleman. The family would like to express sincere appreciation and thanks to Dr. Hirsch, Walker Cancer Center, Dr. John Horner, Solaris Hospice staff, along with all who said a prayer or did anything to express love for Gary. God Bless you all. The pallbearers will be Clint Hughes, David O’Connell, Daniel Hull, Steve Stuart, Lee Bolin, and Davey Black. Honorary pallbearers will be Lynn Owens, John Page, and Rusty Ryan. Memorials are suggested in memory of Gary to the Valera Volunteer Fire Department, P.O. Box 63, Valera, Texas 76884

Sue Lovelace Keveryn Stearns, 74, of Lubbock, Texas passed away on November 6, 2022, after a lengthy battle with Multiple Myeloma. She lived a robust life full of fervor and wit. Sue lit up any room she entered with her striking eyes and beautiful smile. Her exuberant personality was always on display, bringing a smile and chuckle to anybody she encountered. Sue’s children, Russ and Kelly, adored her and she taught them to love the only way she knew how fiercely and full of passion. She looked upon her grandchildren with all the love and pride in the world and they felt the exact same way about their “Mimi”. Her loving husband, Bob, will forever miss Sue’s witty charm and sweet embrace. Sue was born on December 22, 1947, to William Homer Lovelace and Golda Eldene Fenton Lovelace in Brownwood, Texas. She attended Brownwood High School where she was a cheerleader and then graduated from the University of North Texas. Sue began her career as a speech pathologist with Roosevelt Independent School District. She loved her Ransom Canyon community moving there in 1980, raised her family there and served on the Roosevelt ISD school board. She decided to change careers and became a real estate agent serving Ransom Canyon and Lubbock. She quickly developed a passion for the business, and her drive and infectious personality helped create a loyal following of buyers and sellers. Even at the age of 74 while fighting cancer, Sue would continue to receive a stream of referrals wanting her help with finding their dream home. Her favorite pastime was sitting on the back porch with Bob and her beloved Chihuahuas Tippie and Penny watching the sunsets over the lake. Sue found love later in life as she reconnected with her 8th grade boyfriend, Bob Stearns. They saw their love story come full circle with a stunning wedding in Telluride, Colorado. Bob could not have been a more loving and devoted husband. Sue’s spunky attitude and love of life finally met her perfect match with