Obituaries

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 7, 2025

Michael Frank Duge, Jr., 51, of Waco, Texas, passed away on Sunday, December 7, 2025. A private family gathering will be held to celebrate his life. Michael was born on December 15, 1973, in El Paso, Texas, to Michael Frank Duge, Sr. and Linda Duge. From a young age, Michael carried a vivid imagination and a joyful, kid-at-heart spirit. Throughout...

Dec 7, 2025

Arnold E. German, a faithful, brave, hard-working, humorous, generous, and kind-hearted man, passed away on December 7, 2025, at the age of 72. Born on December 3, 1953, Arnold was a resident of Waco, Texas. Arnold graduated from Waco High School in 1970 in Waco, Texas. Following his graduation, he joined the United States Marine Corps, where he served from...

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 4, 2025

Ernest Clinton "Ernie" Smith, II, passed away peacefully on December 4, 2025, surrounded by family. Ernie was born in Rapid City, South Dakota, on January 31, 1953, the third of five children and the only son of Clifford Glen "Bud" Smith and Shirley Hall Smith. Ernie did everything at top speed and with gusto. Called "Old Ern" by his grandmothers,...

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 29, 2025

Fred William Bohne, Jr. was born on April 16, 1929, in Riesel, Texas, and passed from this life on November 29, 2025, in Dallas, Texas, surrounded by prayer and love from his daughter Teresa, and family. The funeral service will be at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, December 6, 2025, at Peace Lutheran Church in Hewitt, Texas. Visitation will be prior...

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 25, 2025

Saundra Ann Aylor was born on August 18, 1959, in Fredericksburg, Virginia. She passed away on November 25, 2025, at the age of 66. Saundra was a resident of Waco, Texas.

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 20, 2025

Dawn Marguerite Willeford, born on December 14, 1933, in Galveston, Texas, passed away on November 20, 2025, at the age of 91. She was a resident of Waco, Texas.

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

Nov 17, 2025

PATRICIA AMY (MATTE) GILBERT Pat passed away on Monday, November 17, 2025, at home with her husband in Georgetown, Texas. She was born November 5, 1943 and had just celebrated her 82nd birthday. She was born in Port Arthur, TX to Adolph J. Matte and Gertrude A. Tomme. She graduated Thomas Jefferson High School of Port Arthur, TX in 1962...