Gerald Lynn Cypert LAKE WORTH -- Gerald Lynn Cypert, 73, died Friday, October 13, 2017, in his home.

Memorial Service: 10 a.m Thursday, October 19 at Biggers Funeral Home Chapel.

Gerald Lynn Cypert "Jerry" was born in Fort Worth on January 23, 1944, to Helen Akins Cypert and Claude Raymond Cypert, both deceased. He graduated from Amon Carter Riverside High School in 1962 and received his B.A. in Business from TCU. Jerry enlisted in the Air Force and served in Vietnam. After his discharge, he worked in the field of finance in Fort Worth, Alvin, Texas and as Credit Manager for Star Furniture in Houston. He was Credit Manager for Briggs Weaver Company in Houston for many years until his retirement. Jerry enjoyed the outdoors. Some of his best memories were summers at his grandparents' farm near Hillsboro. He loved gardening, watching sports, dominoes and spending time with his extended family. He was generous in all things. A stoical, uncomplaining man whose courage under suffering was remarkable, Jerry had a quiet faith that sustained him through many health challenges. He was especially grateful for the constant support and help from his brother, David.

Survivors: Daughter, Kelly Gonzalez and her husband, Joe; sons, Micah Cypert, Matthew Cypert, and Josh Cypert; granddaughter, Maria Gonzalez; grandson, Daniel Gonzalez; great-granddaughter, Gabrielle Gonzalez; sister, Bettye Nowlin and her husband, Wade; brother, David Cypert; aunts, Patsy Williamson, and Sybil Herring; and numerous nieces, nephews and cousins

Homer E. Ludiker WEATHERFORD--Homer E. Ludiker, 91, passed away peacefully Wednesday, Oct. 11, 2017, with his daughter at his side.

Funeral: 1:30 p.m. Monday in Mount Olivet Chapel.

Interment: Mount Olivet Cemetery.

Visitation: 2 to 5 p.m. Sunday at Mount Olivet.

Homer was born in Fort Worth on July 27, 1926, the middle child to James E. and Katie Ludiker. He attended Riverside High School lettering in various sports such as football, basketball, archery and was the light heavy weight champion in the Golden Gloves. While growing up, he delivered the Fort Worth Star-Telegram. He was drafted out of high school and served with the U.S. Marines. While serving, he played football on two different teams in Hawaii and Corpus Christi. After leaving the service, he married Helen Jean Schieman, his high school sweetheart, and they had their 70th anniversary in May.

He attended TCU on a football scholarship and was known as "Golden Toe" for his ability to kick field goals while playing for Dutch Myer. Upon his graduation, he started his career with the Fort Worth public schools coaching and teaching at North Side High School. His baseball team won the state championship and was undefeated for many years; they also named a baseball field after him. He moved to Arlington Heights High School and was the head coach where his football team won district, and state in golf. He was then promoted to vice principal at Arlington Heights and was there additional 15 years. He then advanced to principal at William James Middle, Diamond Hill and worked in an admin position for the school district before retiring.

He was instrumental in starting the North Richland Jaycees, and the Fort Worth Coaching Association indoor track meet, president of the Downtown Optimist Club and Arlington Heights Letterman Club. He was one of the founding members of the GOB (Good Old Boys) club. It started from three people from educators in the Fort Worth school district and has grown to over 140 members meeting for lunch once a month at Angelo's BBQ. He always enjoyed going to the meeting and spending time with friends and making new friends. Some of his greatest pleasures were golfing and gardening. One year he grew over 2,000 tomatoes. He loved vacationing in Colorado with friends and fishing for trout. He was preceded in death by his wife; parents; brother; and grandson, Evan.

SURVIVORS: Daughter, Lee Ann Nave; sons, Lane Ludiker (Anita), Lynn Ludiker (Carol) and Les Ludiker (Cheryl); 14 grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren; sister, Margie Sasnett; many nieces and nephews; along with many students he called his kids and longtime friends.

Published in Star-Telegram on Oct. 15, 2017

Willis B. Welch Jr., 62, passed away Sunday, Nov. 27, 2016.

Service: 10 a.m. Thursday at White's Azle Chapel.

Interment: Springtown Cemetery.

Visitation: 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday at White's Azle Funeral Home.

Willis was born June 12, 1954, in Azle to Willis Welch Sr. and Eunice Rhoten Welch. He graduated from Riverside High School, attended TCC and TCU studying music. Willis loved to play the piano. He got to meet Van Cliburn at one of his concerts and even got to go back stage and talk to him. He bought himself a grand piano and our mother said he almost drove her nuts practicing. Willis retired from the Fort Worth ISD in 2014 after 38 years. His last position was textbook supervisor. Willis never met a stranger had a wonderful personality and made friends easily. He was preceded in death by his parents. Thanks to all of his caregivers at the assisted living and at the hospice facility.

Survivors: Sisters, Lawanda Meyer and Martha Fowler; niece, Joyce Roach and husband, Randy; nephews, David Fowler and wife, Jill, and Gary Fowler; many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.

Nancy Lou Finney NORTH RICHLAND HILLS--Nancy Lou Finney, 65, of North Richland Hills, Texas, formerly of Lindsay, Okla., departed this life on Monday, Sept. 25, 2017, at Keller healthcare center surrounded by family.

Memorial Service: A private memorial service will be held at a later date for the family.

Memorials: Memorial donations may be made to the National MS Society  or Water for Life outreach.

Born Nov. 20, 1951, in Geary, Okla., Nancy was predeceased by her parents, Delbert and Clara Carter Smith. Nancy attended Carter-Riverside High School. She resided in Lindsay, Okla., for 29 years and then in North Richland Hills, Texas, for the last four years. Nancy had such an infectious laugh that would bring tears of joy to everyone's eyes and was always excited to teach about Jesus. She was kindhearted, but stern; told it like it was, but was humble enough to laugh at herself.

Survivors: Nancy is survived by her brothers, Dale Smith and Scott (Dorothy) Smith; sister, Trena (James) Whitefield; her children, Stephanie Finney, Rachael (Bruce) Nikirk, and Devin (Jenni) Finney; her grandchildren, Shelsea, Kylee, Coty , Paige, Hayden, and Marc; four nieces; four nephews; and six great-grandchildren.

Don Summerour ARLINGTON--Don Summerour passed away at home on Wednesday, Sept. 20, 2017.

FUNERAL: 11:30 a.m. Wednesday in Greenwood Chapel.

Open visitation: Monday and Tuesday.

MEMORIALS: In lieu of flowers, the family respectfully suggests a contribution to the United Methodist Council on Relief (UMCOR) for Hurricane Harvey victims. UMCOR's address is 458 Ponce De Leon Ave. NE, Atlanta, GA, 30308.

Don was born Sept. 24, 1944, in Fort Worth to Frank and Ruby Summerour. Don grew up in Fort Worth and graduated from Carter-Riverside High School. After graduation in 1963, Don joined the U.S. Army, where he served for three years in the 101st Airborne Division, and was honorably discharged. After Don retired, he worked as a full-time volunteer at Wycliffe Bible Translations in Duncanville. Don was involved in Kairos prison ministry for a number of years, served in the Lion's Club, Meals on Wheels, and many other service organizations through his church. Don was a member of New World UMC in Arlington, Texas. Don loved football and traveling to more than 50 countries. Don was a devout feminist and defender of equal rights for everyone, including the LGBT community. Don was preceded in death by his father, Frank; mother, Ruby; and sister, Donna.

SURVIVORS: Wife of 40 years, Christi; son, Kent; daughter-in-love, Pia; adorable grandchildren, Maya and Aurora; sister-in law, Jo; brother-in-law, Jim; mother-in-law, Alice; father-in-law, Dean; many beloved nieces, nephews, friends; and his dog, Salty.

George Gray Wilkes FORT WORTH--George Gray Wilkes, 95, joined his Lord, Jesus Christ, on Sunday, Sept. 10, 2017, surrounded by his family.

Service: 11 a.m. Friday, Sept. 15, in Independence Chapel at Greenwood Mausoleum. A reception will immediately follow in the Live Oak Room at Greenwood.

Visitation: 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday at Thompson's Harveson & Cole.

Memorials: Should friends desire, memorials may be given to Travis Avenue Baptist Church Building Fund.

Born in Ranger, Texas, on Aug. 25, 1922, George was the oldest of three children. He attended Amon Carter High School before enlisting in the U.S. Navy where he served in Darwin, Australia, and the Philippines. After an honorable discharge from the Navy, he finished his education at Trimble Tech High School. For 38 years, George was employed by the City of Fort Worth starting as a draftsman and ultimately serving as the real property manager for the Right-of-Way Division of the Land Department. He was an avid golfer and served as a marshall for the Colonial Golf Tournament for more than 30 years. George was a faithful member of Sagamore Hill Baptist Church and later Travis Avenue Baptist Church. He was a servant to others and a quiet man; steadfast and faithful to his Lord, family and friends. He was preceded in death by his beloved wife of 59 years, Kathleen King Wilkes, and his brother, Kenneth.

Survivors: He is survived by his children, Lindsey King Wilkes of Arlington, Lauree Wilkes Swanberg and husband, Dennis, of Monroe, La., Leeann Wilkes Riley and husband, Rick, of Austin and Lyman Gray Wilkes and wife, Lara, of Tomball. George was also a loving grandfather to Chad Swanberg, Dustin Swanberg and wife, Britny, Alyca Riley, Allyson Riley, Austyn Riley, and Grayson Wilkes; and to his sister, Erma Jo Logan of Azle.

Larry D. Barlow COLLEYVILLE--Larry D. Barlow, 63, passed away Monday, Sept. 4, 2017, of respiratory failure.

Grave Side Service: 10 a.m. Friday, Sept. 15, in Mount Olivet Cemetery.

Larry attended Carter-Riverside High School. He was preceded in death by his father, Marcus Barlow, and mother, Mary Barlow.

Survivors: Sister, Lynda Sanders; brother, Ronny Barlow and wife, Janice; special friends, Donna, Shelley and Karen; nieces; nephews; and many cousins.

Stanley James Baker Jr. FORT WORTH--Stanley James Baker Jr., 85, passed peacefully Monday, Sept. 4, 2017.

Funeral: 1:30 p.m. Monday, Sept. 11, in Mount Olivet Chapel.

Visitation: 6 to 7 p.m. Sunday at Mount Olivet.

Stan was born Sept. 14, 1932, in Fort Worth. He was a lifelong resident of Oakhurst, attended Oakhurst Carter-Riverside High and graduated from Texas A&M with a degree in architecture. He served in the U.S. Air Force and practiced architecture for 50 years. He was preceded in death by parents, Alliene and S.J. "Punk" Baker Sr.

Survivors: Wife of 61 years, Glee Baker; daughter, Barbara Hill and husband, Mark; son, Les Baker; brothers, Brookes Baker and wife, Ann, and Glynn Baker.

Doyle Dee Pruitt HURST--Mr. Doyle Dee Pruitt died peacefully in Fort Worth, Texas on Monday, September 4, 2017 at the age of 84.

Memorial Service: Friday, September 8th, 2017 Bellevue Baptist Church 11:30 am 625 W. Pipeline Rd. Hurst, Texas 76053.

Visitation: 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday, September 7th, Bluebonnet Hills Funeral Home 5725 Colleyville Blvd. Colleyville, 76034.

Doyle was born August 22, 1933, in Fort Worth. He graduated from Carter Riverside High School, served in The United States Army from June 1954-1956. He served in The USMC Reserves for 4 years. He married Patsy Cope on December 18, 1953. He was retired from Lockheed Martin after 20 years, also worked with his brother in law Larry Cope in the painting industry for 10 years, and worked for Five Star Ford for 12 years. He and Patsy were members of Bellevue Baptist Church in Hurst for 50 years where he served as a Deacon. His grandchildren say he gave the best sugars. He will always be greatly loved and missed. He was preceded in death by parents Robert T. and Della Mae Pruitt.

SURVIVORS: Doyle is survived by his loving wife of 63 years Patsy Lanelle Cope, he was looking forward to celebrating their 64th anniversary this December. He is also survived by his brother Tim (Sharon). He had four children, son Patrick (Tena), daughter Sharon (Patrick), daughter Janis, and daughter Tammy (Shawn). Grandchildren Aaron, Joshua (Lyndzee), Amber (Stoney), Tiffany (Ryan), Brittany (Michael), Shawna, Ashton (Derek), Heath and ten great (and wonderful) grandchildren.

Grover Kenneth Womack, M.D., passed away Sunday, July 9, 2017 at 92, surrounded by his family.

MEMORIAL SERVICE: 10 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 2, in the Leonard Chapel, Fort Worth.

MEMORIALS: May be made to Cook Children's Health Foundation, 801 7th Ave., Fort Worth, TX, 76104; or Baylor College of Medicine Department of Pediatrics, 6621 Fannin, MC 8150, Houston, TX, 77030.

Ken was born in Waurika, Okla., on July 6, 1925. He graduated from Carter-Riverside High School in Fort Worth, attended Texas Wesleyan College where he was president of his class, and graduated from TCU where he was a cheerleader. He graduated medical school at Baylor College of Medicine in 1955 specializing in pediatrics. Ken was a Fellow in the American Academy of Pediatrics and in The American Academy of Children's Infectious Diseases. His was a life of service, healing children and taking care of his family. His first practice was in Austin, Texas, then eventually in Baytown where he stayed for many years.

Ken was the first physician in Corsicana to diagnose Lyme disease which was reported in the local paper. In the '60s, he worked with local media in Austin to educate parents of the new polio vaccine. He continued to serve and practice medicine into his late 70s. In his later life, he enjoyed spending time with his family, especially his grandchildren and great-grandchildren and gardening.

Ken was preceded in death by his parents; siblings; stepson, Riley Riddle; and wife, Betty Hockaday Womack.

SURVIVORS: He is survived by his children, Melissa Murff (Stuart), Bud Womack (Jean), Jim Womack (Sharon). He is also survived by his wife, Patricia Riddle Womack of Houston; and stepchildren, Clayton Riddle, Phyllis Blair (Gary), Lincoln Riddle (Melinda), Hope Starns; and many grandchildren and great-grandchildren as well as extended family and friends. The family would like to especially thank Compassus Hospice and Willow Park Rehab & Care Center and for their care and compassion.

Robert Dale Sellers, 89, went to be with our Lord Wednesday, Aug. 16, 2017.

 INTERMENT: 1 p.m. Friday, with military honors, at Dallas-Fort Worth National Cemetery.

Memorial Service: 3 p.m. Friday at First Euless Baptist Church.

Visitation: 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday at Arlington Chapel - Greenwood.

MEMORIALS: In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Gideon's International, Metroplex Women's Clinic, or Mission Arlington.

Dale was born March 24, 1928. After graduating from TCU and North Texas State, he met Joy Richardson, and they married July 3, 1953. Commissioned as an ensign in the U.S. Navy, he served primarily as a contracting and supply officer. His duty stations included Texas, Morocco, California, Vietnam, Pennsylvania, Indiana, and New Jersey. He also served aboard the USS Tulare and USS Prairie. He honorably retired as a commander in 1978. Dale was a loving father and grandfather. He liked to camp, visit landmarks and museums, grow vegetables, and eat ice cream. He was a man of gentle strength and conviction. He volunteered with Texas Right to Life, and was a member of First Euless Baptist.

SURVIVORS: He is survived by his wife, Joy Sellers. He is also survived by their children: Robert M. (Ella) Sellers and their son, Clay Sellers; Lou Ann (Bruce) Jones and their children, Doug (Chandra) Jones-Graham and Doreen (Kevin) Rinehart; Jill Depweg and her children with Adam Depweg, Richard (Jessica) Depweg, Brittany (Josh) Stigall, Jonathan and Ben Depweg; Jon (Paige) Sellers and their children, Meagan, Merritt, and Mallory Sellers. Dale is also survived by nine great-grandchildren and many friends.

Linda Jo Gorbett Castle, age 70, of Fort Worth passed away on August 11, 2017 in Fort Worth.

Graveside services will be held at 10:00 a.m. Tuesday, August 15, 2017 at Mount Olivet Cemetery with Pastor Mike Love of United Methodist Church of Watauga, officiating.

Linda was born in Fort Worth to Joe and Leona Gorbett on February 14, 1947. She went to school at Amon Carter Riverside High School in Fort Worth. Words cannot express the sense of loss we all feel at her passing. Linda was a caring and loving mother to her daughters Misty and Kristy. Linda was a dear friend to all and all that met her often said that she is the sweetest person they know.

Ronald Wesley Tubbs LUBBOCK--Ronald Tubbs passed away at the age of 73 on Monday July 31, 2017.

FUNERAL: 10:15 a.m. Friday, Aug. 18, at DFW National Cemetery.

MEMORIALS: In lieu of flowers, please honor him with a donation to Paralyzed Veterans of America.

Ronald was born to the late Milton and Nell Tubbs on Aug. 14, 1943, in Fort Worth. He graduated from Carter-Riverside High School in 1961, received a BSME degree at Texas Tech University in 1965, and dedicated his career to the U.S. Air Force as an air lift navigator. Ronald then married his loving, dedicated wife, Linda King, in 1978. With her support, Ronald later received his Master of Science degree at the University of Arkansas, served as a commander/professor of AF-ROTC at Michigan Tech University and retired as lieutenant colonel in 1991. Ronald went on to teach high school JROTC and math. He loved the game of golf and spending time with his family. He was preceded in death by siblings, Sue and Doyle.

SURVIVORS: Ronald will live on through his wife, Linda Tubbs; his children, Brian and Tiffany; grandchildren, Kira, Lily and London; as well as his siblings, Troy, Brenda, Dan and Gary.

Joy Kennedy Flippo FORT WORTH--Joy Kennedy Flippo, 90, passed away Thursday, Aug. 3, 2017.

FUNERAL: 10 a.m. Monday in Lucas Funeral Home Chapel, Keller.

Interment: Moore Memorial Gardens.

Visitation: 2 to 4 p.m. Sunday at Lucas Funeral Home.

Joy was born Jan. 5, 1927, in Fort Worth to the late Lloyd and Esta Kennedy. She was a 1944 graduate of Carter-Riverside High School and then attended Texas State College for Women. Joy retired as a U.S. federal employee in 1994. She was a lifelong resident of Fort Worth. Joy was preceded in death by her daughter, Pam Flippo.

SURVIVORS: Daughters, Patti Dresser and husband, Lonnie, and Peggy Braley; grandchildren, Lisa , Gordon, Preston, and Chad; and eight great-grandchildren.

Grover Pearson FORT WORTH--Grover "Slim" Pearson met his Lord on Sunday, July 30, 2017. A loving husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, friend to all and an outstanding member of the Greatest Generation.

FUNERAL: Family and friends will gather at Greenwood Chapel to celebrate a life well-lived at 2:30 p.m. Friday, Aug.4, for family visitation preceding the memorial service at 3:30 p.m. Born in Big Hill, Texas, on Jan. 2, 1925, Grover grew up on his family's farm. In 1942, he joined the Navy and was a highly decorated serviceman and served as a reconnaissance airman based on the flagship USS San Francisco, flying courageous missions over Okinawa and Iwo Jima. Grover graduated from the University of North Texas following the war. He met the love of his life, Pollye Ruth West, and they were married on Nov. 3, 1950, at Polytechnic Baptist Church in Fort Worth. He had 51 years of faithful husbanding, the raising of two children and being "Gaddy" to his grand and great-grandchildren followed. Coaching and teaching were Coach Pearson's passions. Stints in Nocona and McKinney preceded his time as coach and teacher at Carter-Riverside High School. He described this period as the best years of his life. A teacher with high expectations, a coach that instilled discipline and a principal with principles, he is still loved, respected, possibly feared by his former students and remembered by all. Following his retirement, he was a licensed real estate appraiser for 25 years. An ordained deacon at Riverside Baptist Church, a member of the Lions Club, a Mason, director of his Sunday School class for 20-plus years, Grover was an honorable man. He commanded attention when he entered any room, even if it required being the loudest one present. The family expresses its gratitude to the staffs at Brookdale Assisted Living Center and Providence Hospice for the care they so lovingly provided Grover. A final testament: "What does the Lord require of you but to do justice, to love kindness, and to walk humbly with your God?" Grover was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Pollye Ruth.

SURVIVORS: Daughters, Karen Compton (Jim) and Amy Gotcher (Pat); grandchildren, Ellen (Charles), Kimberley, West (Leanne), and Amy Paige; great-grandchildren, Emmalee, James Carter, Olivia Mae, and Baby Boy Gotcher; a sister, Nell Pearson; and many cherished family and friends.

Norma Gay Joyner NORTH RICHLAND HILLS--Norma Gay Joyner, 92, loving mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully on Sunday, July 30, 2017, surrounded by her children.

MEMORIAL SERVICE: 11 a.m. Friday at First United Methodist Church of Fort Worth in the Leonard Memorial Chapel.

MEMORIALS: May be made to the FUMC Fort Worth Infant Formula Program or charity of your choice.

Born in Fort Worth, Texas, she was the oldest of four children. She attended Carter-Riverside High School where she met her husband, Hubert. She was a student at TCU before they married on May 3, 1947. They were charter members of Diamond Oaks Country Club and played golf there until they were 89. She was treasurer of DOLGA for 25 years and was honored for these years of service at a reception. While raising three children, she worked as a part-time office bookkeeper for Lloyd Moore's Dairy Queens. For many years she enjoyed volunteering in the FUMC Fort Worth Infant Formula Program. Her pride and joy was her family who all loved her dearly. She was affectionately known as "Momma Gay" by her loved ones and their friends. She was preceded in death by Hubert, her husband of 68 years; brothers, Lawrence D. White and I.B. White; and sister, Shirley Wright.

SURVIVORS: Son, Ben Joyner; daughters, Jan Grant and husband, Jimmy, and Carol Howe and husband, Mark; grandchildren, Lindsay and Ben Harrison, Bart and Olivia Howe, Amy and Danny Montemayor, Scott and Katie Grant, Matt and Sandy Howe, Bryan and Lauren Grant and Brooke Joyner; great-grandchildren, Kinley, Ty and Dylan Harrison, Rilee and Taylor Montemayor, Anson and Evelyn Howe and Easton Grant.

Gina Allen FORT WORTH -- Gina Teresa Allen, 88, of Fort Worth died Tuesday, July 11, 2017. She was a beauty, a diva, a tour de force, and a force to be reckoned with. Gina was deeply loved and will be missed.

CELEBRATION OF LIFE: 2:30 p.m. Saturday, August 5th in the Sundance Room at The Stayton, 2501 Museum Way St., Fort Worth,76107.

MEMORIAL SERVICE: Will be held in California where Gina and Bill's ashes will be together spread both "at sea" and in the mountains of Mammoth Lake, Calif.

MEMORIAL: In lieu of flowers, the family requests contributions be made to the FW Opera or the Alzheimer's Association.

Gina was born in Kansas City, Kansas as Jean Mussato. Her family moved to Fort Worth where she graduated from Riverside High. In 1950 Gina was named Miss Fort Worth Cats and in 1952 was crowned Miss Fort Worth. During the Miss FW competition, she met, and, in 1955, married her soulmate, corporate attorney William R. Allen, also of FW. Bill's work with Signal Oil & Gas took them to California in 1959 where they raised 3 children in Pasadena and Newport Beach. Gina modeled, acted in TV commercials and on stage at The Pasadena Playhouse. They had a rich life together enjoying the beach, the arts, entertaining friends, taking their boat to Catalina Island, and skiing and hiking in Mammoth Lakes, Calif. In 1987, Gina graduated Phi Beta Kappa from UCI with a BA in Bilingual Education. In 1992, they returned to Fort Worth where they built a homestead on 80 acres of family land and were active in the FW Opera. Gina LOVED sports, especially TCU football! In 2013, the couple moved to The Stayton. They were married 62 years when Bill died in February 2017. Gina loved her life there and made many meaningful new friendships.

SURVIVORS: Gina is survived by their children Amy Allen of Fort Worth, Cristala Allen of Palm Springs, Calif., Will Allen of Santa Monica, Calif., and cousins, nieces and nephews across the country.

SPECIAL THANKS to the wonderful staff at The Stayton for all their loving care.

Howard H. Brown