Erika Carlson Schnurr, of Lucas, Texas, passed away on September 22, 2025, at the age of 57 after having been diagnosed with Lymphoma in June. She was born on May 16, 1968 to Peter Carlson and Polyan (Justice) Carlson in Manchester, Connecticut. Erika spent her formative years in Florida and New Mexico and graduated from … Continue reading Erika Carlson Schnurr
June Bruns, 81, passed away at her home in Frisco, Texas on September 21. June was born on December 16, 1943, in Chicago, Illinois, to John and Rosalie Savini. She was the valedictorian of the Wauconda High School class of 1962 and attended the University of Illinois. After her sophomore year she married her college sweetheart … Continue reading June Bruns
Bobby “Bob” Byron Thigpen (November 6, 1938 – September 17, 2025) died on September 17, 2025, at the age of 86 in Plano, Texas. He shared the last twelve years of his life with his loving partner, Carol Empson. Together they lived in Ruidoso, New Mexico and later moved mainly to Plano to be near … Continue reading Bob Byron Thigpen
Community Unitarian Universalist Church has successfully completed Five Practices of Welcome Renewal for 2025 as part of our continued dedication to being an LGBTQ+ Welcoming Congregation since 1991. Sincere congratulations on your ongoing commitment to LGBTQ+ welcome and inclusion in and beyond Plano, TX.
Plastic-Free July is wrapping up, but the work can go on year-round! July RE taught us how to reduce the plastic coming into our homes. Number One– avoid plastic! For example, bring your own cup, bring your own bags to the grocery and use shampoo bars rather than bottles. Next, reuse rather than disposing. Then … Continue reading Adult RE – Simple Changes for a Greener Tomorrow
Born on June 25, 1940 at St. Paul Hospital, Dallas, TX, Linda lived a life marked by compassion, strength, and unwavering dedication to her family and community. She was known for her straightforward nature and generous spirit—qualities that made her truly one of a kind. Linda was a Senior Purchasing Agent at Texas Instruments at … Continue reading Linda Frank
