Obituaries

Jan 3, 2026

Heaven gained a beautiful angel on January 3, 2026 as Claudell Overton Torrence was welcomed home. Claudell was born in Waco, on August 31, 1925 to Louis Edwin Overton and Ludie Jaynes Overton. She attended Waco schools and graduated from Waco High School in 1942. As part of the ‘Greatest Generation’, she wanted to serve her country so she became...

Dec 27, 2025

Susan Marie Holland, 67, of Round Rock, Texas, passed away on Saturday, December 27, 2025, in Austin.

Susan grew up in Michigan before moving to Waco, Texas, with her family at age 15. She graduated from Richfield High School in 1976. Her Michigan roots remained close to her heart, and she often fondly recalled the cabin her family built on Lake...

Dec 26, 2025

Maria Felix Granados Ocampo, 79, of Waco Texas, passed away peacefully on December 26th, 2025 at home.

Born on March 1st 1946, in Las Palmas Guerrero Mexico to Hernesto Granados and Seturnina Ocampo. The pillar of her family, a devoted homemaker, whose culinary skills and selfless love inspired generations. An extraordinary mother, beloved sister, loyal friend and the most amazing, loving...

Dec 22, 2025

 Audrie Laneal Berry, beloved mother, grandmother, and sister passed away peacefully on December 22, 2025 at the age of 91, surrounded by family. She was born in Ardmore, Oklahoma on November 24, 1934, to Musa and John Thomas Bailey. She was one of seven children. 

Audrie married David Earl Berry on November 27, 1954. Together, they had three children and built...

Dec 20, 2025

Bruce Wayne Monroe passed away on December 20, 2025, after living with Parkinson’s disease. He was 72 years old. Bruce was born on January 16, 1953, in Spokane, Washington, while his father was stationed there with the United States Air Force. He later returned to Waco, Texas, where he was raised and attended school. He graduated from Richfield High School...

Dec 19, 2025

Tommy Leland Stanford, age 83, of Woodway, Texas, peacefully passed away on Friday, December 19, 2025, at Ridgecrest Nursing Home with his family by his side. Visitation will be Monday, December 29, 2025 from 5pm to 7pm at Waco Memorial Funeral Home. A service to celebrate his life will be Tuesday, December 30, 2025 at 1pm at the funeral home...

Dec 19, 2025

Ricky Bradshaw, 70, of Waco passed away Friday, December 19, 2025. Visitation and viewing will be Friday, December 26, 2025 from 5pm to 7pm at Waco Memorial Funeral Home. Services will be Saturday, December 27, 2025 at 10am at the funeral home with interment to follow at Waco Memorial Park.

Ricky Lee Bradshaw was born on July 1, 1955 to Cash...

Dec 17, 2025

Lisa Marie Montoya, born on July 28, 1988, in Waco,Texas, passed away on December 17, 2025, leaving behind a legacy defined by her immense kindness and unwavering support for others.

Lisa dedicated herself to her career as an Assistant Manager at Circle K, where she took her responsibilities seriously and became a trusted figure in her workplace. Beyond her professional life,...

Dec 11, 2025

Larry Wayne Teague passed away peacefully on Thursday, December 11, 2025.

He was born on December 21, 1954, in Midland, Texas, to the late Scriven Edward Teague and Mary Louise Pool. He was one of seven children, growing up alongside his siblings James Teague, Brenda Edgan, Johnny Teague, Janice Smith, Charolette Holmes, and Theresa Ford.

Larry graduated from Connally High School in...

Dec 10, 2025

Paul Francis Casper, 89, of Bruceville, Texas, passed away peacefully at his home on Wednesday, December 10, 2025.

Visitation will be Friday, December 19, 2025 from 6:30pm to 8:30pm at Waco Memorial Funeral Home. Services will be Saturday, December 20, 2025 at 12pm at the funeral home with burial to follow at Waco Memorial Park.

Born in Waco, Texas, on November 29,...

Dec 9, 2025

Dec 8, 2025

Juan A. Yanez, cherished husband, grandpa, great grandpa and great-great grandpa, passed away peacefully on December 8, 2025, in Waco, Texas surrounded by his loving family. He was born on March 13, 1938, in Granja de Aguilarez, Guanajuato, Mexico to Gregorio and Eufemia A. Yanez.

Juan dedicated his life to building a better life for his family. He also instilled in...

Dec 4, 2025

Ralph Freeman McGee, 95, of Waco passed away Thursday, December 4, 2025. Visitation will be Wednesday, December 10, 2025 from 10am to 10:30am at Waco Memorial Funeral Home. Graveside services will take place following the visitation at approximately 10:30am. 

A complete obituary will be posted soon.

Dec 3, 2025

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved father, Henry Dwaine Horne, 71, of Waco, TX, who departed this life triumphantly surrounded by his loving family on December 3, 2025. Henry’s life was a shining beacon of hope illuminating the transformative power of love, family, and football (Dallas Cowboys).

Henry was born July 29, 1954 in...

Dec 3, 2025

Henrietta Helen Irene (Krueger) Mormino joyfully entered into the presence of her Lord and Savior on her birthday, Wednesday, December 3, 2025. Born with a radiant spirit, Henrietta touched the lives of all who knew her with her kindness, warmth, and unwavering faith. Though she passed on the day she was born, her memory and the love she shared will...

Nov 25, 2025

Wanda Lea Mason, 89, of Waco passed away Tuesday morning, November 25, 2025. A graveside service will be Friday, November 28, 2025 at 11:00 am at Chapel Hill Memorial Park. 

Nov 24, 2025

Patricia Smith, 91, passed away peacefully and surrounded by her children on November 24, 2025.

A celebration of her life will be held at Western Heights Baptist Church on December 3, 2025 at 2pm. Kip Osborne will officiate the service.

Patricia was born on March 14, 1934 in Wachapreague, Virgina to Reginald and Madlyn Boulter. She married the love of her life,...

Nov 22, 2025

Jobretta Curtis, 87, passed on November 22, 2025, surrounded in her final days by loving family. She shared 64 years of marriage with Oliver Earl Curtis. After retiring from Owens Illinois Glass Plant, she spent her days tending to her farm and grandchildren. 

She is preceded in death by her parents; her siblings with the exception of a sister; her husband,...

Nov 18, 2025

Roger Dean Pauling, 61 (1964 – 2025), Visitation for him will be Tuesday, December 2, 2025, from 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm and a Graveside service will be at Waco Memorial Park Wednesday, December 3, 2025, at 11:00 am 

Born and raised in Waco, Texas by his beloved parents, Margaret and Billy Earl Pauling, Roger graduated from Richfield High School in...

Nov 18, 2025