Arlis Edward Wooten, a 68-year-old World War II Navy veteran and grocery store manager from Azle, Texas, was fatally shot on July 29, 1993, following an argument with his son, Charles Wooten. Charles, a convicted serial killer who had been paroled in May 1992 largely due to his father’s efforts, was arrested on August 3, 1993, in connection with the shooting. He was later convicted of this murder and received another life sentence on top of life sentences for two earlier murders in 1969.

The case received widespread media attention because the perpetrator was the victim’s son and because of Charles Wooten’s prior criminal history. Arlis Wooten’s funeral was held on August 6, 1993, at Greenwood Funeral Home, and he was buried in Azleland Cemetery. He is remembered by family and friends as a dedicated veteran and a loving father and grandfather.

Does anyone have additional details about the dispute between Arlis and Charles or memories of Arlis from the Azle community?