Melanie L. Robinson, 38, passed away Tuesday, March 25, 2025. Private memorial will be held in her honor. She will be missed and cherished by all who loved and knew her. She was preceded in death by her son Jonas Ja’Kel Thomas Allen and her brother James R. Robinson. She leaves to cherish her memories: daughter Xeric Robinson, son Malachi Robinson, her mother Rachel Robinson, brother Jherai Robinson, 3 sisters Jasmine Robinson, Amanda(Josh)Ross, Keilani(Mike)Garcia, 1 nephew Kyron Robinson and 6 nieces Destine, TyKiera, Keyonna, Zakaree, Skylar, and Mahogany, 4 great nephews and 8 great nieces, 1 Uncle Ezekiel(Maxine) Robinson, 1 Aunt Alicia Robinson and a host of cousins, relatives and friends that will cherish her memories.

Elizabeth Lee Cilley Agnew, was a beloved sister and mother. For may years she worked in the nursing field caring for others. It’s how her heart was. She loved everyone her whole life. Elizabeth passed from this Earth on March 24th to be with her Lord and Savior. She is survived by 3 sisters; Connie, Norma, And Ruth. 3 wonderful children Tammy,Willie, and Steven of Glen Rose Texas. Also by 6 grandchildren ,and 3 great grandchildren. And many church friends Sara,Chris, Kathy, and Idella these are a few but the hearts she touched were to many to count. She will be loved, missed, and seen again in our lives now, and in our own journeys next steps. We love you always mom now and forever.

Dr. Jack Edgar Bentham, a dedicated psychologist, consultant, and U.S. Army veteran, passed away peacefully on March 24, 2025, in Granbury, Texas, at the age of 79. He was the son of the late Alice Richards Bentham and the late Keith Fielding Bentham. He was also predeceased by his sister, Kaye Bentham Stone. Born on April 11, 1945, in Scranton, Pennsylvania, Dr. Bentham was a lifelong learner and accomplished professional. He earned a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Western Maryland College in 1967, followed by a Master’s in Education, specializing in Special Education, from the University of Delaware in 1968. His passion for rehabilitation and psychology led him to pursue a Master of Science in Rehabilitation Counseling at the University of Scranton in 1970. He further honed his expertise through a clinical psychology internship at Walter Reed Army Medical Center from 1972 to 1973 before earning his PhD in Clinical Psychology from Texas Tech University in 1973. While attending Texas Tech, Dr. Bentham taught in the Department of Special Education and served as the first Director of Contact Teleministries of Lubbock. Dr. Bentham served with honor as a Major in the United States Army from 1970 to 1980. Following his military service, he transitioned into the fields of organizational development and clinical counseling. In 1980, Dr. Bentham founded ExecuCenter Associates which was one of the first Employee Assistance Programs in the State of Texas, serving more than 300,000 employees and their families. With more than 20 years of consulting experience in the energy industry, he worked extensively with Comanche Peak Electric Station for more than two decades. He was also the founder of Bentham Enterprises, a clinical counseling center that impacted many lives. Dr. Bentham was not only a respected professional but also a devoted family man. He left behind a wife of 54 years, Susan, two sons, John (wife Shannon) and Philip (wife Connie) and eight grandchildren: Jackson, Isaac, Blaze, Dylan, Zane, Ben, Eliana and Phinley. He is also survived by several nieces and nephews, including Robin Bossio, Valerie Witscher, Lori Mullins, Keith Stone, and Johnna Postic. He was an avid lover of all sports and enjoyed rooting for all of the local teams. Growing up, Dr. Bentham was an incredible athlete himself. He was Team Captain of his college baseball team and received The Jim Boyer Memorial Award for Most Outstanding Senior Student Baseball Player in 1967. In 2000, he was inducted into the Sports Hall of Fame at Western Maryland College. Dr. Bentham’s legacy of service, knowledge, and compassion will continue to inspire those who knew him and his influence and contributions will live on in the countless lives he touched. A memorial service will be held in his honor at First Christian Church of Granbury, on April 12th at 3pm (2109 W US Hwy 377).In lieu of flowers, memorial gifts can be made to First Christian Church of Granbury, 2109 W US Highway 377, Granbury, Texas 76048.

John B Matthews Jr. went to be with the Lord on March 12, 2025. A memorial service will be held at his daughter’s farm in Millsap, Tx at a later date. John grew up in Houston, Tx and attended Aldine HS. He earned a Bachelor’s degree in Economics from Sam Houston State and was a member of the Pi Kappa Alpha fraternity. He earned his Master’s degree from Texas Christian University in 1978. John served 38 years as a high school economics and government teacher and coached baseball, football and track. In the late 80s, John started his beloved 76 Ranch where he raised Longhorn cattle, Herefords and had a slew of horses, donkeys and dogs. John loved the Texas A&M Aggies and was most proud when his daughter Kimmie graduated from there in 1991 and then his granddaughter Emma in 2018. Every November John swore he would never watch another Aggie football game, but by December, he was giving a daily report of their recruiting class. John loved spending time with his family, but mostly, he loved being outdoors with a horse, his dogs and his cattle. John was preceded in death by his parents John & Pauline Matthews. He is survived by his brother Raymond Matthews and wife Mary Francis of Houston, his nephew Chad Matthews and wife Renee of Austin, his cousins Judy, Cheryl, Susie, Rickey, and Chuck, his daughter Kimmie Murphy and husband Shawn, grandchildren Patric Murphy and wife Jenny, Christopher Murphy, Emma Burrows and husband Beau, his 4 great grandchildren: Levi, Ava, Miller & Brett, his ex-wife Nicki Matthews and dear friend, Anne Land.

Barbara Ann Felton Krist born February 1, 1936 in Fort Smith, Arkansas entered her eternal rest in Jesus Christ on February 18th, 2025 of natural causes. She was preceded in death by her parents Dolphus & Ethel Norwood, and sister Betty Lee Hayward. She was surrounded by her loving husband of 47 years, Keith Krist and family. She is survived by her children Cindy Hardman (John) of Plano, Judy Alred (Keith) of Silver Lake, New Hampshire, Randy Felton (Rita) of Richardson, and Lori Lindsey (Jimmy) of Granbury. Barbara found joy in being a homemaker & enjoyed reading, birdwatching, and was an excellent cook. She called herself an Army brat since her family moved frequently in the service of our country. Her home was always open to anyone who needed a home-cooked meal or a loving place to stay. She is also survived by her grandchildren and was affectionately known as Granny to Emily Hardman (Chad), Garrett Smith (Hailee), Tyler Dansand (Desiree), Catherine Hardman, Clayton Lindsey (Alexandra), Ethan Lindsey (Abigayle), Teagen Alred, Kendal Alred, one great grandson, Truett, and niece, Sharron Coleman of Seattle. A Memorial Service will be held at DFW National Cemetery on April 11, 2025 at 10:00 am. The family will have a Celebration of her life at a later date this summer. Condolences may be made to Concho Hearts Hospice of Granbury who showed compassion and grace to Barbara and her family. (conchoheartshospice.com). Although Barbara will not be in our presence for now we will cherish her memory forever. Her boundless love will be her legacy she passed on to all. Her children stand and bless her; so does her husband. He praises her with these words; “There are many fine women in the world, but you are the best of them all!” Proverbs 31:28-29.

Robert (Bob) Lester Forrer a US Airforce Veteran, passed peacefully on Tuesday, March 11, 2025, at the age of 95 years. He suffered a long battle with Dementia and Alzheimer’s. Bob was born July 3, 1929, to Lester B. and Genevieve Forrer in Baltimore, Maryland. In 1946, at the age of 17, he enlisted in the Army Air Corps which took him through both the Korean War and two tours in the Vietnam War. After retiring from the US Airforce in 1967, he and his then wife Jo, travelled all over the US in their motor home. He spent many years fulfilling his dream of travel. He visited and made friends in every state in the US. After Jo’s passing, he settled in Arizona for a while before returning here to Ft. Worth to be near his children. He lived a very adventurous life and had many stories to share. Bob is survived by his son, Stephen Forrer and his partner, Amy Ginn. His daughter Terry Forrer Lee. Grandchildren, Tamara, Lesli, Justin, Taylor and Liam. Seven great grandchildren, Waylon, Kara, Kroslee, Ashlynn, Kendall, Charlotte and Eden. A special thank you to Reliant Hospice Care for providing such excellent care for our father over the past ten years. We would also like to thank the staff and caregivers at Gemstone Senior Living at River Park. A small ceremony will be held at the DFW National Cemetery Thursday, March 27th at 2:00 pm. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) or The American Legion.

Blake McDonald of Colleyville, TX, a devoted husband, proud father, cherished grandfather, beloved brother, fun-loving uncle, and loyal friend, passed away at the age of 59. A man who truly lived life to the fullest, Blake never met a stranger—his infectious energy, quick wit, and signature “Blakeisms” left an unforgettable mark on everyone he encountered. With a personality as big as Texas, he was a friend to many, always bringing warmth, laughter, and an open heart to those around him. For 35 years, Blake was married to the love of his life, Debra, and together they built a beautiful family. He was an incredibly proud father to his two sons, Dillon and Connor McDonald, and a loving father-in-law to Brooklyn McDonald. One of his greatest joys in life was becoming Grandad to his precious granddaughter, Matilda Blake McDonald, who carries his name and will carry on his legacy. Blake is also survived by his beloved Aunt Sue McDonald Davis; his brother, Eric McDonald (wife, Celina McDonald); his sister-in-law, Melinda Wattam (husband, Bob Wattam); his brother-in-law, Jerry Barr Jr; his mother-in-law, Linda Cook; his father-in-law, Jerry Barr (wife, Barbara). He will also be deeply missed by his many beloved nieces, nephews, cousins, extended family, and countless friends. He was preceded in death by his parents, Harold and Barbara McDonald, whom he honored throughout his life with his kindness, humor, and unwavering love for family. Blake was a man of passion and enthusiasm, always seeking out the next adventure. Whether it was cheering on his favorite teams, playing golf, racquetball, heading out for a hunting trip, or braving the cold on one of his beloved ice fishing trips, he thrived on competition and camaraderie. He also had a deep love for waterskiing and boating, spending countless days on the lake, making memories with family and friends. But perhaps nothing brought him more pride than being the best cook around—especially when it came to BBQ ribs. Blake poured his love into his cooking, just as he did with everything in life, always making sure those around him were well-fed, happy, and laughing. Above all, he loved being surrounded by those he loved, and creating lasting moments. Blake’s legacy is one of love, laughter, and an undeniable zest for life. He will be profoundly missed, but his spirit will live on in the hearts of those who knew and loved him. A Celebration of Life will be held on June 21, 2025, with details to be announced.

Marc Allen Mikel, better known as “Cowboy” to most, left his earthly body on January 30th, 2025, in Dallas, TX, at the age of 62. Born on December 5th, 1962, in Jal, New Mexico. Marc lived as vast and untamed as the open plains, always ready for another rodeo. He enjoyed the feeling of a horse beneath him, the call of the open sky, and the camaraderie of fellow cowboys. He was a bronc rider & his skills were legendary. Marc is survived by his children, Kali Rae Crouse of Keene, Texas. Son, Cole Allen Mikel, of Corsicana, Texas. Grandchildren Cheyenne and Hayes. He is also survived by his step mother Carmen Mikel, step brother Milton Lopez, step sister Nity Torres & many nephews. Marc is preceded in death by his mother, Rita Clark Mikel, of Kermit Texas. His father Roscoe A. Mikel joined him in death shortly after. Marc will forever be in our minds & hearts.

Jeanne Helene Bush passed peacefully on Monday March, 10th 2025, in Mansfield, Texas, at the age of 72. Jeanne was born on July 25th,1952. Jeanne graduated with the Class of 1970 from Dominican High School in Detroit, Michigan. Proceeded by: mother and father, Annette and Joseph Hobbs, brother, Paul Hobbs, sister, Gayle Usrey, and son, Kenneth Bush. Survived by: daughter Melissa Bush; son Andrew Bush (Marie); Grandchildren: Cameron Bush (Tara), Kaitlyn (Ahmed) Durakovic, Kollin Bush, Courtney Mitchell, Isabella Bush, and Andrew Bush; Great Grandchildren: Zayn, Laina, and Adelyn. Jeanne was cremated and her ashes will be shared by her children. She will be missed by many recent and past friends and forever in her family’s heart.

Dr. Cameron Edward Shropshire, Jr. passed away peacefully at home on March 7, 2025, surrounded by his loving wife and partner of 40 years Dr. Susan Shropshire, and sons. He was a committed Christian, Husband and Dad. He was a member of First United Methodist Church for many years and later Christ Chapel Bible Church. He was born on November 7, 1930 in Harris Hospital the year it opened. He had long ties with Fort Worth dating back 150 years through his grandparents and parents, Cameron E Shropshire Sr. And Marguerite Grady Shropshire. He grew up in Fort Worth with his brother Grady Lee Shropshire and lots of friends. He attended college at Washinton & Lee University and finished college at SMU. He graduated with his MD degree from the University of Texas in Galveston, interning at John Hopkins in Baltimore, Maryland and completed his OB residency at M.D. Anderson in Houston, Texas. He returned to Fort Worth to practice OBGYN for 15 years and was beloved by all his patients. He decided to switch specialties to Anesthesiology and did a residency at Parkland Hospital in Dallas. He returned to Fort Worth to practice Anesthesia. He became the Director of Anesthesia at the Fort Worth Surgery Center for many years until he retired. He enjoyed playing golf, dominoes, and cards with many friends at Rivercrest Country Club. His greatest love in life was spending time with his wife and children, and many pets. Dr. Shropshire is survived by his wife Dr. Susan Shropshire, son GradyLee Shropshire of Fort Worth, son Mac Shropshire his wife Dr. Kai Shropshire, and grandson Edward of Houston. His son Cameron E Shropshire III and wife Stephanie of New Braunfels and grandson Dr. Will Shropshire and his wife Nikki of Houston. He was predeceased by his daughter Sharon Shropshire. He is also survived by his beloved brother Grady Shropshire and his wife Lynda Shropshire of Fort Worth and their families. The family wishes to thank Dr. Mary Milam, Dr. Robert Kelly, and Dr. Amir Malik for their undivided attention and excellent medical care. Also the family wishes to thank Visiting Angels and their team of caregivers, Hospice RN Tammy Sprier and Dr. Henry Dollahite. As per Dr. Shropshire’s request there will be no funeral. Anyone wishing to make a donation in memory of Dr. Shropshire can make it to the American Heart Association; Samaritans Purse (U.S. Disaster relief of Billy Graham Foundation P.O Box 3000, Boone, NC 28607); Cook Children’s Hospital sit, stay, & play program; or Saving Hope Rescue Foundation of Fort Worth, TX.