People You Should Meet in Parker County, Texas

Seven years ago, when downsizing became necessary, we chose Parker County because of its proximity to our children and grandchildren, its excellent medical facilities and its progressive expansion of schools, churches, businesses and residential communities. We didn’t know about its extra benefit of being filled with interesting, extraordinary people. Of the 100 interviewed, nine are listed below.


There’s Dr. Joseph Daniels, orthopedic surgeon, whose life is based on the simple mission of improving patients’ access to health care.


Tucker McGee is a painter inspired by Norman Rockwell. He paints life and everything in it. He loves to be in his studio with a brush in his hand.


Catherine O. Oseni recently opened Alpha Care Pharmacy and River of Life Health Food Store. She was drawn to anti-aging by her love of people and passion to help them.


Then there’s Shelly Burmeister Mowery whose portfolio includes, Mare Care, Inc., Mowery Stallion Station, Mowery Cutting Horses and Westernlifestyles TV. Her life is centered around horses from raising, selling, breeding, promoting to competing. She spent 30-plus years in equine sports broadcasting from rodeo to cuttings and nationally televised events.


Local attorney, Mac Smith, became a trial lawyer/litigator 40 years ago because the work is challenging, unpredictable and enjoyable. He was born, raised, lives and works (and plans to be buried), in Parker County.


Educator Patti Young’s degree in special education enables her to teach children with disabilities. Her life’s ambition is to be the voice and promoter of the student and their families who often are voiceless.


Coach Mike Osina has spent 23 years coaching and teaching at Weatherford College. He believes that being a good teacher and athletic coach is truly a calling of the heart.


We often see Kyle Williams, a teller at the bank where we do business. When he’s not at work he can be found singing his heart out or mentoring young men in fatherless households.


Van N. Houser, a local pastor, knew from age 14 that he wanted to make a difference in the lives of others regardless of their social position, race or life situation. He works to help people understand “that Christianity is not a religion, but a relationship with a loving God that wants them to live free, loving and full of joy.”


The diversity, dedication and uniqueness of the Parker County residents are the most valuable assets of the county.