Mr. Carlton Dewan Hatcher, 78, of Mexia passed away Saturday, September 18, 2010 in Waco. Mr. Hatcher was born July 14, 1932 in Mexia. Mr. Hatcher served his country during the Korean War in the Army. He was retired from the Southern Pacific Railroad and the Mexia State School. Graveside funeral services will be held 2 PM Monday, September 20, 2010 in the Forest Glade Cemetery with the Reverend Jimmy Cotton officiating. Mr. Hatcher was preceded in death by his mother and step-father, Leona and C.J. Seelinger and by his brother, Leo Seelinger. He is survived by his wife, Nelda Hatcher of Mexia, his brother and sister-in-law, Chester and Judy Seelinger of Mexia, Nephew, Chet Seelinger and wife Jenny of Cotton Gin, Niece, Kasi Seelinger and Great Nephew, Chance Watson of Mexia.