OBITUARY
 Mary Elizabeth Hatfield
Mary Elizabeth
Hatfield, born as Mary Elizabeth Galli but affectionately known as
"Mary Beth," passed away on February 8, 2026, in Sherman, Texas, at the
age of 72.
A longtime
resident of Dallas, Texas, she spent her final year in Calera,
Oklahoma, living with her son, Micheal Chad Smallwood, and her four
grandchildren: Joseph Michael Smallwood, Jeremiah Thomas ("JT")
Smallwood, Sarah Elizabeth Smallwood, and Titus James Smallwood.
Born on August
4, 1953, in Dallas, Texas, to John Joseph Galli Sr. and Mary Helen
Glover Galli, Mary Beth was a devoted daughter, sister, wife, mother,
grandmother, and friend whose life revolved around her family and loved
ones.
Mary Beth
dedicated more than 30 years to American Airlines, retiring after a
fulfilling tenure where she formed many dear and lasting friendships.
She was
preceded in death by her father, John Joseph Galli Sr.; her first
husband, Jeffrey Smallwood; her second husband, James Lewis Regan; her
third husband, Michael Thomas Hatfield; and her daughter-in-law,
Maureen Alana Westendorf Smallwood.
Mary Beth is
survived by her son, Micheal Chad Smallwood; her four cherished
grandchildren; her mother, Mary Helen Glover Galli; her brother, John
Joseph Galli Jr. and his children, John Joseph Galli III, Jay Forrest
Galli, and Jonna Nicole Galli; her brother, August Paul Galli and his
wife, Sheryl Ann Noll Galli, and their sons, Nicholas Paul Galli and
Victor Louis Galli; and her beloved dog, Bella.
Mary Beth was
a fun-loving woman who loved to laugh and delighted in telling stories
about her life and family. She believed deeply in the power and
importance of family, yet took great pride in her independence and was
committed to living life on her own terms. A deeply spiritual woman
with a close relationship with God, she drew strength and comfort from
her faith throughout her life. Known for her warm spirit, she leaves
behind a legacy of joy, kindness, and unwavering devotion that will
endure in the hearts of all who knew and loved her.
Funeral
arrangements are under the care of North Dallas Funeral Home in Farmers
Branch, TX, where the memorial service will also be held in March 2026.
The date/time of the service is not yet finalized but will be announced
here as soon as possible. Interment at Calvary Hill Cemetery will
immediately follow the memorial service.
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