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Michael David Myers Sr.

Michael David Myers Sr.

Sep 22, 2026

Michael David Myers Sr., known to everyone as Mike, passed away peacefully on September 22, 2026, surrounded by his loving family. He was born on February 18, 1955, in Tulsa, Oklahoma, to Joe and Dorothy Myers.

Mike graduated from Lawton High School in Lawton, Oklahoma, in 1972. In 1973, he proudly joined the United States Army, where he served his country...

Billy Joe Jones

Billy Joe Jones

Sep 15, 2026

Billy (Bill) Joe Jones, 89, of Waco, Texas, passed away peacefully on September 15, 2026. Born on November 11, 1936, in Gatesville, Texas, Bill lived a life marked by his service to his country, a strong work ethic, and a genuine appreciation for the outdoors.

Bill graduated from Waco High School in 1954 and went on to attend Texas A&M University,...

Curtis D Pogue

Curtis D Pogue

Sep 12, 2026

Curtis Dwayne Pogue, 65, passed away peacefully on September 12, 2026, at his home, surrounded by his loving wife and family.

Curtis was born on November 19, 1960, in Hammond, Indiana, to Robert Pogue and Glenda Johnson.He graduated from Highland High School in 1978 and spent most of his life making Texas his home.

Curtis was a hardworking man who spent many...

Patricia Ann Palmer

Patricia Ann Palmer

Sep 10, 2026

Patricia Ann Taylor Palmer passed away peacefully on Thursday September.10, 2026 at the age of 85 years. She was affectionally known to most as Meme, and was a beloved Wife, Mother, Grandmother and Great-Grandmother, as well as a loving sister and aunt to many.

Pat’s life will be honored and celebrated on Tuesday, September 22, 2026, beginning with a visitation at...

Jerrie Lynn (Sims) Atkins

Jerrie Lynn (Sims) Atkins

Sep 6, 2026

In Loving Memory of My Mother, Jerrie Lynn Atkins

Jerrie Lynn Atkins was born on August 22, 1949, in Waco, Texas, to John and Hazel Sims. She was the middle of three sisters, alongside her older sister Beverly Lowe and her late younger sister, Pat Dillon.

Jerrie lived her entire life in Waco. She worked at the Owens-Illinois Glass Plant for more...

Roger Martinez, Jr.

Roger Martinez, Jr.

Aug 19, 2026

Roger Martinez Jr. of Hewitt passed from his earthly journey on August 19, 2026. He was surrounded by loved ones as he peacefully entered his eternal resting place, no doubt welcomed by loved ones who have gone home before him. He was 53.

Born in Taylor, Tx., on July 6, 1973, Roger eventually moved to Waco and was a proud supporter...

Doris Jean Shelton

Doris Jean Shelton

Aug 17, 2026

Doris Jean Smith was born on April 27, 1930, and was born and raised in Teague, Texas. Her early years were marked by humble and often meager circumstances, including times when the family lived in a pop-up trailer. As a young girl, she helped care for her sister, Nancy, while her mother and father worked in the cotton fields. From...

Bruce Dwight O'Donnell

Bruce Dwight O'Donnell

Aug 15, 2026

Bruce Dwight O`Donnell went to be with his Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ on August 15, 2026 surrounded by his loving wife and family. He was born April 4, 1951. He served in the Navy, Army, and Air Force and was committed to serving his country. His love of nature and wildlife was never more apparent than when he was...

William "Willy" Ward Stillman

William "Willy" Ward Stillman

Aug 14, 2026

William “Willy” Ward Stillman passed away peacefully in his sleep on August 14, 2026 at the age of 70.

Willy was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend. He is survived by his loving wife, Donna; his brother, Doug, and family; his daughter, Annie and her husband, Travis, his daughter Pam; his son, Michael, and his wife, Annelise; and his...

Dennis Thomas Potter

Dennis Thomas Potter

Aug 9, 2026

Dennis Thomas Potter, 69, of Waco, Texas, passed away at his home on August 9, 2026.

Dennis Potter was born January 2nd, 1957, to Joseph Potter and Gwendolyn Good-Potter on James Connelly Air Force Base in Waco, Texas. He graduated from Waco High School in the class of 1976. Dennis had a passion for sports, especially baseball and softball at every...

Victoria "Vickie" Marie Welstead

Victoria "Vickie" Marie Welstead

Aug 8, 2026

Victoria “ Vickie” Marie Welstead passed away August 8, 2026 at her residence in Ascension Providence Assisted Living. A Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday September 19th at 10:00am at Waco Memorial Funeral Home, 6623 Interstate 35 South, Waco Texas.

Vickie was born in Seward, NE, on July 28,1924, to August W. Westphal and Ruby (Millar) Westphal of Fremont,...

Crispino Walter Pirelo

Crispino Walter Pirelo

Aug 5, 2026

Crispino Walter Pirelo of Waco passed away August 5, 2026 at the age of 100. Mr. Pirelo will lie in state for you to pay your respects on Friday, August 7, 2026 between the hours of 10am & 4pm at Waco Memorial Funeral Home. His life will be celebrated at 9am on Monday, August 10, 2026 with a graveside ceremony...

Franklin Ray Gentry

Franklin Ray Gentry

Aug 4, 2026

Franklin "Frank" Ray Gentry

Franklin "Frank" Ray Gentry, 81, of Aquilla, Texas, passed away peacefully on August 4, 2026.

Frank was born on April 4, 1945, in Bloomfield, Indiana, to Pleasant Eugene "Gene" Gentry and Isabel Selby Gentry. He graduated from Bloomfield High School in 1963 before earning a Bachelor of Science in Education from Indiana University in 1968.

Following college, Frank answered...

Billie Ruth Robert

Billie Ruth Robert

Jul 29, 2026

Billie Ruth Robert ( Lillard, Tandy) age 95 passed away July 29th 2026 with her daughter by her side.

She was born to parents Homer Lawrence and Willie Bertha Lillard and was the 4th born of 4 siblings. She graduated High School and went to work at South Western bell until she retired in her mid 50’s and enjoyed nurturing her...

Wilfred Wondra

Wilfred Wondra

Jul 27, 2026

Wilfred Joseph Wondra

October 20, 1931 – July 27, 2026

Wilfred “Will” Wondra, 94, a longtime resident of the Waco area, passed away peacefully on July 27th at Grand Brook Memory Care in McKinney, Texas.

Will was born on October 20, 1931, in Hoisington, Kansas, to Fred and Eleanor Wondra. He was raised just outside town, working on the family farm and attending...

James "Jamie" Lowell Sullivan Sr.

James "Jamie" Lowell Sullivan Sr.

Jul 25, 2026

James "Jamie" L. Sullivan, age 60, of Cross Plains, Texas, passed away peacefully at his home on July 25, 2026.

Jamie was born in Waco, Texas, on December 2, 1965, to John Sullivan. He built a fulfilling life centered around his family, his passions, and his community. As a dedicated construction superintendent, Jamie truly loved his job and took great pride...

Frank Stanley Machovsky

Frank Stanley Machovsky

Jul 24, 2026

Frank S. Machovsky, born May 25, 1943, to Frank and Mary Machovsky in Ennis, Texas died Friday, July 24, 2026. A memorial service will be Thursday, August 6, 2026 at 10:30am at Waco Memorial Funeral Home. Frank will be interred at Waco Memorial Park.

Frank graduated from Forreston High School. He worked for Dart Container in Waxahachie, Texas until he retired....

Clyde Mitchell Buro

Clyde Mitchell Buro

Jul 24, 2026

Clyde Mitchell Buro, age 67, passed away on July 24, 2026. He was born on July 27, 1958, in Waco, Texas, to Herman J. Buro, Jr. and Ruth Lemke Buro.

After graduating from the University of North Texas, Clyde built a career in property appraisal. His strong work ethic began years earlier in the grocery industry, where he helped open a...

Edith Evonne Ellebracht Benner

Edith Evonne Ellebracht Benner

Jul 21, 2026

Edith Evonne Ellebracht Benner, 86, of Waco passed away Tuesday, July 21, 2026.

Edith was born March 28, 1940, in Fredericksburg, Texas to Edgar and Olivia Ellebracht. She graduated from Harper High School. It was there she met the love of her life, Bobby Joe Benner. They married on June 13, 1959, after his return from the Air Force.

The couple lived...

Victoria Chavez

Victoria Chavez

Jul 15, 2026

Victoria Chavez passed away peacefully in her sleep on July 15, 2026.

Born on March 6, 1957, in Waco, Texas, to Helen Chavez and Domingo Chavez, Victoria lived a life that touched many hearts. She was truly one of a kind — known for her contagious laugh, quick wit, unforgettable humor, and the playful teasing that could light up any room....

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