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H.D. Staples Obituary
Mr. Staples passed away Tuesday, May 6, 2008, in Godley. He was born June 21, 1915, in Bonita, Texas, to Charley Preston and Georgia Vera Snapp Staples. He married Winnie Groves July 17, 1938, in Hermleigh, Texas. She preceded him in death August 18, 2005.
Mr. Staples, an educator, taught six years at Godley ISD and 22 years at Joshua ISD. Staples Elementary School in Joshua was named in his honor.He was a member of the First Baptist Church of Godley, Godley Masonic Lodge and the Godley Lions Club. He also enjoyed raising cattle.
H.D. “Dock” Staples is survived by one son, Dwin Staples, and wife, Margaret; grandsons, Clint Staples and wife, Jylyce, and Steve Staples and wife, Shiloh, all of Glen Rose; great-grandchildren, Abigail and Cason; and a number of nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by brothers, Don Staples and Deward Staples, and sister, Doris Campbell.
Visitation will be from 6-8 p.m. Sunday at the Crosier-Pearson Cleburne Funeral Home.
In lieu of flowers donations may be made to Johnson County Meals-on-Wheels.
You may send condolences, view obituary and see photo at www.cpcleburne.com.
Crosier-Pearson Cleburne Funeral Home
512 N. Ridgeway Drive
Cleburne, TX 76033
817-648-0522
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May 24, 2008
One of the best men I have known. Love you, Mr. Staples. Mike ashcraft
Brian K. Hinds
May 12, 2008
What a great man...I remember him teaching us to pole vault off of the bleachers in first grade, showing us the art of riding inside a tractor tire, and sharing his photo's of the Olympics in Mexico which he attended. He had a tremendous positive impact for all that knew him and will be sorely missed.
John Burkhardt
May 12, 2008
I had the privilege of meeting Doc a few weeks ago while working on his property, even in that short time he left quite an impression on me that I will always remember. He left the world a better place. I am deeply sorry for your loss.
John Burkhardt
May 12, 2008
I had the privilege of meeting Doc a few weeks ago while working on his property, even in that short time he left quite an impression on me that I will always remember. He left the world a better place. I am deeply sorry for your lose.
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Amy PritchardSwiney
May 11, 2008
I will never forget Mr. Staples coming into my second grade class and reciting a poem or leading us in our J award tests. He was a lovely man.
Sue Renfro
May 10, 2008
To have Mr. Staples for a teacher was a honor. To have him as a friend was a gift. He taught more than the 3 R's. He taught life lessons which we all needed somewhere along the way.
Betty Deaver
May 9, 2008
My memories of Dock Staples begin at McCoy School near Floydada, TX. He taught us many lessons that have been life long. I appreciate having known him for all these years.
Laveta Cummings Linehan
May 9, 2008
I was a student at McCoy, Dock's first teaching job, when he came there in 1938 and have always respected and admired him. He showed us how to study and learn, how to work, how to play, how to live a good life. And finally, he showed us how to die. Rest in peace, Dock Staples, and enjoy all that heaven allows. You gave us much happiness and beautiful memories when we were young and thought the whole world was as peaceful and safe as our own.
Saundra Horton
May 9, 2008
I am sorry for your loss. Mr. Staples was a blessing to the Joshua Elementary School and to the many students his life touched. I feel honored to have known him.
Lisa (Bandy) Gilstrap
May 9, 2008
Mr. Staples was a very kind and gentle man that I will always remember. May God comfort all of the family at this sorrowful time.
Mayor Bill Sherman
May 9, 2008
He taught us all how to be better in life and all we did.
Mayor Bill Sherman
May 9, 2008
He taught us all how to be better in life and all we did.
JAN FLEMING(DAVIS)
May 9, 2008
SO VERY SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS.
MR. STAPLES WAS A WONDERFUL MAN THAT WILL MISSED GREATLY.
EVEN WHEN HE MADE ME PUT MY
GUM IN MY HAIR DURING MATH CLASS. HA HA HA
MARY LOU (BELL) GOODSON
May 9, 2008
I was so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.
KATRINA BELL
May 9, 2008
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well-lived.
Toby Cox
May 8, 2008
Doc Staples has impacted my life and many others. He has made a big difference in many young lives. He will be greatly missed.
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