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John Southworth 
08/19

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Ronny Jarman's "Celebration of Life" will be held on September 12th in Bullard, Texas, at Eastdale Baptist Church. The address is 153 Eastdale Lane and it will begin at 1:00pm. No obituary has been published yet, but one is in the works.


John Southworth 
08/16

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Today I spoke with Shirley Jarman, the wife of our Ronny H. Jarman. It was sad news she was confirming. Ronny passed away on July 31st. He had been in declining health for a number of years. In the past 18 months the effects of severe diabetes, congestive heart failure, and difficulty breathing began to accelerate. The month of July was particularly difficult, ultimately ending his life.

Some of you may remember way back in the spring of 1965 he married Kathy Buster (Class of '65). They divorced in early 1969. In 1984 Ronny and Shirley married, eventually settling near Lake Palestine. In his later years he drove big rig trucks for WalMart and Shirley made a career in the banking industry.

After graduation in 1963 I doubted I'd ever see Ronny again. Then in 1965 we both found ourselves enlisted in the 49th Armored Division in Dallas. We served our six years and stayed in touch afterwards. 

Shirley tells me it was Ronny's wish to be cremated. She hopes to pull together a Celebration of Life sometime in September and promised to let me know the date. Rest in peace, Ronny.


Lynell Garrett Smith 
08/14

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David Kirk is now on our memoriam page. He was such a nice, low key, smart classmate. May he rest in peace. 


Peaches Walker Email
08/14

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David Kirk passed on March 28, 2026. His family posted an invite for his celebration on September 20 at 11:00 am at Kearney’s Feed Yard, 3602 N. Beltline rd, Sunnyvale 75182


Barry Gibbs Email
08/12

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Happy Birthday, Ken!


Lynell Garrett Smith Email
08/05

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Hey, Ken Haas! It’s your birthday, so party on!


John Elliott Email
07/24

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Reading the posts whenever I can!


Michael Peters Email
07/01

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Happy Birthday Peaches


Peaches walker Email
06/28

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https://www.moorheadfh.com/obituaries/michael-yates?shem=isphc,


Peaches Walker Email
06/28

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Michael Yates has passed June 19. I do not know how to post obit. It is Morehead funeral home. If anyone can post it please.


Peaches Walker Email
06/22

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Brenda Kemp was moved to rehab Sunday, June 14th. Her infection in her arm is healed. She is gaining strength every day. Goal is to go home Friday, June 26th. Please continue prayers.🍑🍑


Peaches Walker Email
06/13

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Please pray for Brenda Brown Kemp. She fell Monday June 8th and cut the back of elbow area and reinjured her knee. As she was walking with folded towels, her knee gave out causing her to fall. She went to ER and had 18 stitches. She went home. However , she was back in ER Wednesday with a bad infection around elbow. She was diagnosed with cellulitis. Lots of tests were run all over her body. She has had knee pain for several years. Her left knee is very swollen and she can not walk at this time. Doctor said she will have to go to Rehab Monday. She is in Medical City In McKinney. I will keep y’all updated.🍑🍑


Charlotte Anders Strange 
06/03

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Hello all,
Sadly It’s seems we are at the age of losing our peers. David was a good friend as were so many others we are missing. I have so many wonderful memories of friends from my childhood that remain in my heart now.
Fortunately I still have some of those dear friends with me today. I may not see or talk with them often, but love them just the same.
God bless all of you. 🙏🏻


Tanya Leverett Email
06/02

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Memorial service

For David Splawn 

Saturday, June 20

1:00 PM

 

First Methodist Church in Meridian


Peaches Walker 
05/29

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Jewell Bond Moorman just found out she has breast cancer. She will go for a biopsy next Wednesday. I will keep y’all informed. She is in good spirits. Please pray for her continued peace at this time🍑🍑


Peaches Walker Email
05/25

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Albert, David has been active with our reunions for several years now. He will be very much missed🍑🍑


Albert Lawson Email
05/23

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Knew David since before grade school. Lost track long ago.


Bill Akins Email
05/20

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Prayer said for David's family. May he rest in peace.

I guess at our age we should be conditioned to the realities of life and also to the realities of death. But it still troubles me when an old friend like David passes. And it never gets easier does it?


Peaches Walker Email
05/19

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David Splawn passed away at 8:30 pm this evening.


Peaches Walker Email
05/19

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I received a call from Phyllis Kelly last night. David Splawn is on hospice now. David’s daughter called Phyllis to let her know. Pray for the family during this difficult time Please. 🍑🍑


JIm Cowart 
05/06

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Hello to all and best wishes. I am still alive and kicking. I have a great wife (Lynne) and two adult kids (Jason and Emily). I live in the north country (Michigan). My thanks to Peaches for keeping me in the loop about old SOC friends.


Tanya Leverett Email
04/30

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James Randall Parrish, born August 10, 1945, in Dallas, Texas, passed away on April 8, 2026.

James was raised in Dallas and graduated from South Oak Cliff High School in 1963. A true patriot, he served in the United States Navy during the Vietnam era, and then went on to continue his education at University of Texas Dallas. His commitment to service didn’t end after the Navy—he continued dedicating his life to this country through a 27-year career with the United States State Department. That work took him all over the world, but no matter where he went, he carried his values, his work ethic, and his love for his country with him. He retired with high honors and the respect of those he served alongside. 

His senior pic was not in the Den, but his pic was in the 64 Den, When he was a Jr.  His current picture is shown on the Laurel Land Funeral home in Dallas.


Peaches Walker Email
04/07

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Sharon Kay Williams Bynum passed on March 30, 2026. She lived an incredible life.
Go to legacy.com to read her obituary 🍑🍑


Bill Akins 
03/31

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This is a huge Thank You to everyone who turned out this morning for Brandon's memorial service.
There were several SOCites there, along with family from both sides of his family, along with quite a few college friends of his and Katie, a lot of folks from our church, a group from the Patriot Guard Riders and the Texas Fishing Forum, friends of mine and Donna. One of his college buddies drove down from Minnesota because he was afraid the airline might not get him here in time.
Donna and I were overwhelmed! We've never seen so many people in our church before. It was standing room only!
God Bless You All!!


Phil Pelch  
03/27

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Bill, prayers for you  and your family 


Ken Haas 
03/27

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Prayers to Bill and Donna for the loss of your son. There are no words that can comfort the loss of a child. God bless you both.


Michael Peters Email
03/27

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Bill and Donna:   Sending sympathy and condolences with prayers from Elgin, SC.

I am sure God will "get you through this horrible event." 

Mike Peters


Lynell Garrett Smith 
03/27

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Bill and Donna, the loss of your beloved Brandon is impossible to comprehend. David and I send love and deepest sympathy to you and your family. 


Bill Akins 
03/26

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Memorial Service for Brando Akins


Tuesday, March 31

10:00 a.m.
St. Barnabas United Methodist Church
5011 W. Pleasant Ridge Rd
Arlington, TX

Reception in Family Life Center following service.

If you are so inclined were some Texas Longhorn gear (He's going to antagonize the Aggies from the afterlife!)


James Anthony 
03/26

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Bill and Donna, Jean and I are broken hearted at this awful news of your loss. We love you both and are sending prayers for all your family. James and Jean Anthony
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