Obituaries

Robert Lee Trotter, 67, of Howe, Texas, died unexpectedly on December 19, 2020 from injuries sustained in a motorcycle accident nine days earlier. and passed later at the hospital due to surgery complications. His loss was completely unexpected, and the family is shocked and deeply saddened.

Mr. Trotter was born in Sherman, TX to Paul E. and Virginia Trotter. He briefly lived in Sherman until his family moved to Howe, TX. There he grew up spending most days outdoors playing with his brothers and sisters, picking on each other, which they all continue to do. Mr. Trotter graduated from Howe High School and began working at Magni- Fab. He ended his career as a Supervisor at Western Canwell. In his spare time, he loved being outdoors and spending time with his family and friends.

Mr. Trotter never met a stranger. No matter how long or short he’d known you, you could count on him to help you with anything. He was such a great hugger that numerous friends and family referred to him as a “big ol’ teddy bear”. If he wasn’t at his home in his comfy recliner watching football or Nascar, he could be found outdoors riding around on his motorcycle, fishing, or hanging out at the river.

Anyone that knew Mr. Trotter, knew he was a kind, caring, and adoring father. He was a very loving dad to his daughters, Leslie and Randi, and an outstanding stepfather to Johnna and Kelley Money. There wasn’t anything he wouldn’t do for his children and never did a visit or phone call does not end with an “I love you”. Mr. Trotter was preceded in death by his mother, Virginia, his father, Paul E., and his sister Paula Wornhor. He is survived by daughters Leslie (Tom) DeFrange and Randi (Brandon) Trotter, grandchildren Taylor (Dustin) Powell, Hailey DeFrange, Zoie DeFrange, Zak DeFrange, Khalid Trotter, Raegan McKinney, and

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Rilyn McKinney as well as greatgrandchildren Cooper Geer and Coulson Powell. He is also survived by sisters Debby (Jerry) Copeland and Nyala (Bruce) Williams and brothers Wayne Trotter and Paul David Trotter as well as Aunt Juanita (Bill) Jennings and several nieces and nephews. When the family is ready, there will be a memorial ride in his honor followed by a celebration of his life.

Memorial Ride and Celebration of Life

Leslie Trotter Defrange and Randi Trotter have so graciously agreed to let Trotters' friends have a memorial ride to honor him.

This will be on Sunday, January 17 at 3:00 pm. Those attending will meet on Texoma Parkway at Jakes Place to line up and ride to Carpenters Bluff Bridge through Colbert and ending at the Red River, Oklahoma side bar.

All vehicles are welcome (those that don't want to participate in the ride can meet at the river by 3:30).

At the river, those will have a celebration of life which will share a few short stories which will be many. They will have one last toast together in honor of Robert Trotter.

His family asks to bring your drink, water bottle or can, and raise them all together saying ‘until we meet again.’ Denison- Funeral services for Carl David Englutt, Sr., age 80, was held at 1:00 PM Friday, January 8 at Waldo Funeral Home. Burial will follow at White Mound Cemetery. His death occurred unexpectedly while visiting his daughter in Van Alstyne, Sunday morning, January 3, 2021.

Mr. Englutt was born in Achille, Oklahoma on February 16, 1940, the son of Roxie Mae Chumbley and John Forrest Englutt. He graduated from Colbert High School in 1958. He served in the US Army, primarily in Germany. He was an active member of the Masons for 53 years with membership in the Constantine Lodge #13 of Bonham, Texas.

Mr. Englutt was a fireman for the Sherman Fire Department where he was the first fireman to drive an ambulance for the department when it took over ambulance service. He retired after 25 years of service. He was a hard-working man who often was found working two or three jobs. He was a member of Kemp Baptist Church. He was an avid fisherman; loved all animals, especially horses, and trail rides.

Mr. Englutt was preceded in death by his parents; sister Anne Frances Gurley; brother John Forrest Englutt II; and brother James Hoyatt Englutt.

Mr. Englutt is survived by wife

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Nina Lela Carter Englutt of Denison; son David Englutt of Howe; and daughter Leasa Ramsey and husband Freddy of Van Alstyne; grandson, Jared Hunter Ramsey and wife Whitney of Howe; greatgrandchildren, Aubrey and Gracie Wall all of Howe; sisters: Dorothy Anderson and husband David of Denison; Lauretha Collins and husband Mike of Denison; and Jan Grantland and husband Billy of Denison. He is also survived by niece Dymetra Cline and husband Bobby and great-niece Micha Wadley, all of Denison; niece Roxie Wilson and husband Ricky of Bells and great-nephew John F. Englutt III and wife Teresa of Sherman.

Visitation was held from 4:00 –6:00 PM, Thursday, January 7 at Waldo Funeral Home. The register book can be signed online at waldofuneralhome.com.

Richard Dale Barrett was born on August 14, 1948 in Denison, TX to H.B. and Maggie Hunt Barrett. He entered his heavenly home on January 7, 2021, and we know he is breathing easy with his Savior. Mr. Barrett graduated from Sherman High School in 1967. He was a well -known paint contractor and insurance agent in the North Texas area.

Mr. Barrett was preceded in death by his parents, sister Gina Barrett, and brothers Alton Barrett and Jerry Barrett.

Mr. Barrett is survived by his wife of 51 years Lanettie Barrett of Howe, TX. He and Lanettie met on a blind date and were married three months later. Dad always said he loved Mom as much as meat loves salt. He is also survived by daughter Amy Hampton and husband D.M. of Sherman; son Kevin Barrett and wife Nici of McKinney; granddaughter Ally Hampton of Denton, TX, and grandson Luke Barrett Hampton of Sherman, TX. He is also survived by his brother Glen Barrett of Van Alstyne, TX, sister Sheri Mroz of Port St. Lucie, Florida, and numerous nieces and nephews.

If you knew Mr. Barrett you know that he was competitive. Over the years, he enjoyed entering and winning multiple chili cook-offs with his son and son-in-law. Mr. Barrett was an exceptional 42 player, and he passed this trait on to both of his children. He played in and won several online and in-person tournaments. Not to mention the many championships he won at the Gentry Family Reunions. Many memories were made with family and friends playing 42. Mr. Barrett loved his church and Sunday School class. He loved to study and discuss the Word of God. Two of the greatest joys in his life were his grandchildren. He always made every effort to attend their basketball, volleyball, baseball games, swim meets, and band con-

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certs.

The family would like to express gratitude to the nurses at WNJ. Thank you for being with him when we couldn’t.

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