As far as anyone could tell, Bernie Tiede was a model citizen. Everyone in the town of Carthage, Tx absolutely adored him. He was quick to help anyone in need, particularly the little old widows whom he met at the funeral home where he worked. It was simply impossible that he would hurt anyone... Until one day he snapped.

Source: https://www.texasmonthly.com/the-culture/midnight-in-the-garden-of-east-texas/