If your father is living, he will have to sign the deed. He may wish to reserve a life estate in the property so he can use it while he is living.
If your father is deceased it will be necessary to have a probate proceeding to transfer title. the issue of who will take title will be determined by his will, if he has one; or, by the laws of descent and distribution of the state of Texas (I assume the property is located in Texas).
I hope this helps.
Russel L. Robinson
Answered on Mar 18th, 2013 at 11:49 AM