Obituaries

Jun 19, 2025

Elizabeth Madge Bray passed away on June 19, 2025, at her home in Eddy, Texas. Elizabeth was born on August 19, 1947 in Sonora, Kentucky to Tommy and Melva Buckles. The eldest of 7 sisters, she was known as Liz to all who knew her and as Midgie to those closest to her.

Growing up in her 20s and early 30s,...

Jun 18, 2025

Gloria "Darlene" Cunningham, 85, of Waco peacefully transitioned into the arms of Jesus on June 18, 2025. Born on April 14, 1940, Darlene was a woman of Baptist faith who lived her life with grace, humility, and compassion. Her most cherished role was that of a loving wife, mom, grandma and sister. Her family was the center of her world...

Jun 14, 2025

Robert A. Black, 59, of Lorena passed away peacefully in the late night hours of Saturday, June 14th, just minutes shy of Father's Day. He was surrounded by family and comforted by his wife and children.

Robert was born in Penenome, Panama, moving to the states with his parents, Hermelinda and Robert B. Black, when he was 4. They moved around...

Jun 11, 2025

On June 11, 2025, at Providence Hospital ICU in Waco, Texas, Patricia Kay Avant, 83, passed away in the loving presence of family after a brave battle with CIDP. She was an amazing woman with a servant's heart, a pioneer and standout in the field of nursing, a leader in her church and community, and her memory will be cherished...

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Jun 8, 2025

Guy Aubrey Eldridge, passed away on June 8, 2025, in Waco, Texas, surrounded by his loving family. A life devoted to love and generosity, he was well-known for his charitable nature and deep affection for his grandchildren.

Guy was born November 26, 1947 in Hondo, Texas. He moved to Waco at the age of 16, where his journey through life truly...

Jun 3, 2025

Antonia B. Yanez, cherished wife, mother, and grandmother, passed away peacefully on June 3, 2025, in Waco, Texas, surrounded by her loving family. Born on June 14, 1942, in Juventino Rosas, Guanajuato, Mexico, Antonia dedicated her life to nurturing those around her, instilling strength, love, and a deep appreciation for family values.

Educated in her native land, she nurtured her intellect...

May 31, 2025

Marie Veselka Corbitt, a lifelong Waco area resident, passed from this life Saturday night, May 31, 2025, at the age of 94. It was her wish not to have any services.

Marie was born April 17, 1931, in Speegleville, Texas, the daughter of the late Tommy Verrell and Lizzy (Carpenter) Pyron. A graduate of Waco High School, she met Gerome “Jerry”...

May 29, 2025

Linda Carol Hargrove Harris, 78, was lovingly welcomed through the gates of heaven on May 29, 2025.

Linda was not just a mother and memaw but a cherished aunt and friend to many. Linda's heart was filled with joy when spending time with friends, singing, and dancing, yet it was the moments shared with her family that brought her the greatest...

May 27, 2025

Pheaba Jewel McCauley, 89, of Waco, passed away on Monday, May 27, 2025, in Waco, Texas. She was born on January 6, 1936, to Bennett and Eunice (Crow) Harris in Ben Hur, Texas. Jewel worked as a secretary for Connally/Compton Funeral Directors for many years. Jewel is preceded in death by her parents, husband, Clarence Jerome McCauley. Survivors include her...

May 24, 2025

Allan Gerald Blaker passed away on May 24, 2025, at the age of 85.

A Memorial service will be held on June 27th, 11:00 am, at Waco Memorial Funeral Home.

Allan was born in Parkers Prairie Village, MN on Jan 4, 1940 to Frank and Myrtle (Jensen) Blaker. He graduated from Owatonna High School and went on to earn a Bachelor’s degree...

May 24, 2025

Barbara Jeane Willard, 92, of Waco peacefully passed away on May 24, 2025. She was a beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, and friend whose life was marked by love, dedication, and service.

Barbara was born October 7, 1932 in Richmond, Virginia to the late Joseph Alvin Martin and Nellie Lee (Britton) Martin. She attended schools in Richmond, graduating from John Marshall...

May 23, 2025

Cynthia Lyell Keech, 75, of Moody passed away Friday, May 23, 2025 in Temple. Cynthia was born May 19, 1950 in Newton, Massachusetts and was the oldest daughter of Rev. William and Joan (Lyell) Keech. She graduated from Greenfield (MA) High School and Greenfield Community College. Cyndie spent most of her career as a medical transcriptionist. 

Her first marriage to Laurence...

May 23, 2025

Peggy Sue Pipkin, age 82, of Hamilton, Texas passed away on Friday, May 23, 2025. A celebration of life for Peggy will be held Saturday, June 7, 2025 from 10:30 AM to 11:14 PM at Riley Funeral Home Inc., 402 West Main, Hamilton, TX 76531.

May 21, 2025

La Nere Williams, born on September 4, 1936, in Dawson, Texas, passed away peacefully on May 21, 2025, in Canton, Georgia. A beloved figure to many, she will be profoundly missed for her warmth, kindness, and devotion to family and friends.

La Nere grew up in Texas, a state she cherished deeply. Although she spent her final years enjoying the beautiful,...

May 20, 2025

Donald Ray Renfroe, 77, of Robinson, passed away Tuesday, May. 20, 2025 in Waco, Texas. Graveside service will be at 9:00 a.m. Saturday, May 24, 2025, in Rosemound Cemetery with the Honorable Alan Mayfield officiating. Visitation will be from 5:00 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. on Thursday, May 22, 2025, at Connally/Compton Funeral Directors. Donald was born on September 4, 1947,...

May 19, 2025

John Wesley Dorman, 83, of Waco, Texas, passed away on May 18, 2025, after a brief illness. John was born October 3, 1941, to Harvey S. and Hazel (Harvey) Dorman. He was graduated from the University of Texas in 1963, and Vanderbilt University School of Medicine in 1967. After completing his internship and residency in Dallas, Texas, he served as...

May 18, 2025

Earl Palmer, 87, passed away peacefully on Sunday, May 18, 2025.

A visitation will be held on Thursday, May 22nd from 5-7pm at Waco Memorial Funeral Home Chapel.

Services will be held on Friday, May 23 at 10am at Waco Memorial Funeral Home.

Earl was born August 11, 1937, in Mt. Vernon, TX to Barney and Elsie (Baugh) Palmer. The family eventually moved...

May 16, 2025

Amazing journey. Extraordinary life lived. It is with great sorrow we announce the passing of our beloved mother, Ana Lam, on May 16, 2025. From fleeing occupied China, and in Cuba, Communist revolution. Refugees to America, Mom & Dad were determined to succeed and created a wonderful life for our family. She was a kind soul who found great joy...