Joanne Nichols
1941 – 2026 Frances Joanne Nichols of Canton passed away peacefully on February 5, 2026, at the age of 84. Born on November 12, 1941, along with her identical twin sister, in Terrell to D.W.
Obituaries
Stewart Lowell Cates
1944 – 2026 Funeral services for Stewart Lowell Cates, 81, of Edgewood were held Tuesday, March 10, 2026, at Hiett’s LyBrand Funeral Home in Wills Point with Pastor Mike Roberson officiating. Burial followed at Oak Hill Cemetery.
David Keith Steward
June 13, 1960 – February 16, 2026 David Keith Steward of Canton passed away on February 16, 2026. Keith was known for his love of family, unwavering faith, remarkable craftsmanship, and enduring kindness.
Edward Bernard Nemec
September 10, 1951 – February 13, 2026 Edward Bernard Nemec passed away on Friday, Feb. 13 in the comfort of his home with loved ones after battling a cancer diagnosis a year prior.
Frank Bartlett Cook
April 4, 1937 – February 10, 2026 Funeral services for Frank Cook, 88, of Canton were held Monday, February 16, 2026, at Hiett’s Ly-Brand Funeral Home in Wills Point. Burial followed at Cana Cemetery.
Sarita Pool
June 8, 1942 – February 9, 2026 A graveside memorial for Sarita Pool, 83, of Canton, was held Thursday, February 12, 2026, at Haven of Memories Memorial Park in Canton with David Mills officiating, under the direction of Eubank Funeral Home. Mrs.
Allen Ray Dawson
January 26, 1944 – February 12, 2026 Allen Ray Dawson was born January 26, 1944, and passed away February 12, 2026. He was a resident of Canton all his life and was very well known throughout the community.
Carol Ann Deen
February 19, 1945 – February 3, 2026 Carol Ann Deen, Ph.D. (Stanley) passed away peacefully at her home on February 3, 2026, of breast cancer, which she fought with stoicism and bravery.
Peggy Jean Swain Burke
October 2, 1933 – February 5, 2026 Services for Peggy Jean Swain Burke, 92, of Grand Saline, were held Monday, February 9, 2026, at Bartley Funeral Home, with Bro. Billy Smith and Bro.
Barbara Williamson Turner
March 3, 1950 - December 14, 2025 A Celebration of Life for Barbara Williamson Turner, 75, of Canton, was held Saturday, February 6, 2026, at St. Justin’s Episcopal Church in Canton with Father Marc Dobson officiating.
