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and numerous other relatives and friends.

Her life will be celebrated at Hanner Funeral Service in Atlanta, Texas on March 24, 2024, with a 1:00 PM visitation and 2:00 PM service. Burial will be at Pine Crest Cemetery.

Contributions in her memory can be made to Atlanta Texas Area Spay & Neuter Project.

Gratitude is extended to Terry, Rene,’ Becky, and the wonderful staff at Autumn Wind Assisted Living – New Boston, Debbie Sunderland, hospice caregivers, and Drs. Richard Hozdic and Carlos Perez for their compassionate care.

Guest registry is available at www.hannerfuneralservice.com.

RICHARD EDWARD STAHL

Richard Edward Stahl, beloved father, grandfather, brother, and friend, passed away on March 14, 2024, in Simms, TX, at the age of 63. Born on August 26, 1960, in Watertown, SD.

Richard touched the lives of many with his kindness, passion, and dedication.

Richard moved to Desoto, TX with his family in the mid-1970s where he enjoyed scouting, earning the rank of Eagle Scout and membership in the Order of the Arrow. A graduate of Desoto High School, Richard continued his education at the University of Texas Arlington, and earned a master’s degree in Education Administration from National University. His career in education spanned many years, beginning at Grand Prairie ISD and culminating in his retirement from Texarkana Independent School District in June 2023. During his tenure at TISD, Richard served as an Associate Principal at the Texas High School and Director of Facility Services, leaving an indelible mark on the lives of students and colleagues alike.

Richard was preceded in death by his son, Christopher Stahl, and his parents, Dale and Patricia Stahl.

Survivors include his children, Maxyne Stahl-hicks, & her husband, Jeffrey, and Shane Stahl & his wife, Cassie; grandchildren, Makala Stahl, Sailor Stahl, Brooke Hicks, and Hayden Hicks; his brother, Steven Stahl, & his wife, Nancy; and his faithful canine companions, Rocky and Gracie.

A celebration of Richard’s life will be held at Chapelwood Funeral Home on Saturday, April 6, 2024, at 11:00 A.M. Visitation will begin at 10:00 A.M.

In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to the Texarkana Animal League in Richard’s

ROBERT LEWIS

Robert Lee Lewis, 73, of Texarkana, AR passed Sunday, March 17, 2024. Visitation Monday, March 25, 2024 from 3:00 - 5:00 PM at Jones Stuart Mortuary.

MARY ANN CROCKETT

Arrangements are pending with R.L. Reed Funeral Home, LLC of Magnolia, AR, for 76 yr. old Mrs. Mary Ann Crockett of Magnolia, AR, who passed away Friday, March 22nd, at her home.

JUDY DOWNS

Judy Downs died March 20, 2024. Services will be 11:00 A.M. March 23, 2024 at Faith Baptist Church in New Boston. Visitation will be the evening before at Bates Family Funeral Home.

MARIAN SMITH

Graveside services for Marian Smith, 58, of Daingerfield, Texas, will be 10AM Saturday, March 23, 2024, at Shady Grove Cemetery, Cason, Texas, under the direction of Reeder-davis Funeral Home, Hughes Springs.

JULIA ROYAL

Services for Julia Marie Royal, 78, are 2PM Saturday, March 23, 2024 at Mt. Moriah Baptist Church, Avinger. Burial in Mt. Moriah Cemetery, under the direction of Reeder-davis Funeral Home, Hughes Springs.

DANA KIRKLAND

Graveside services for Ms. Dana Jo Kirkland, age 77, formerly of Linden, Texas, will be 3:30 p.m. Sunday, March 24, 2024 at Corinth Cemetery under the direction of Reeder-davis Funeral Home in Linden.

FRIETCHIE WARE

Frietchie Ware, 66, of Texarkana, Arkansas passed March 11, 2024. Visitation Friday, March 22, 2024, 3-5PM, at Jones Stuart Mortuary. Graveside Service Saturday, March 23, 2024, 12PM, at Fairhaven Cemetery.

JA’QUAN FAULKS JR.

Ja’quan Tranell Faulks, Jr. infant son of Me’layjah Jackson & Ja’quan Faulks, Sr. passed March 14, 2024. Graveside Friday, March 22, 2024, 11:00 AM, Chapelwood, under direction of Jones Stuart Mortuary.

JIMMY CHAPMAN

Jimmy Lewis Chapman passed away March 19, 2024. Services will be 2:00 P.M. March 23, 2024 at Bates Family Funeral Home in Dekalb, Texas.

Funerals

GUERRA, Elizabeth. Atlanta, Texas. Died Wednesday. Services 2 p.m. Hanner Funeral Service. Burial in Pinecrest Cemetery.

KIRKLAND, Dana. Formerly Linden, Texas. Died recently. Graveside services 3:30 p.m. Corinth Cemetery.