Obituaries

Vera "Pinky" Harrison Burt

Vera "Pinky" Harrison Burt

Jun 22, 2024

Vera Halcyone “Pinky” Harrison Burt

A loving wife, mother, memaw, sister, aunt and constant friend.

1937 - 2024

Pinky was born August 8, 1937, in Panola County, Texas to Aubrey Chayce Dyer and Zorah Frances Tate. She resided in Waco, Texas for much of her life until she passed away peacefully on June 22, 2024

She was first married to Terry Donald “Don” Harrison...

Mary Elizabeth Jeter

Mary Elizabeth Jeter

Jun 15, 2024

Mary Elizabeth Mansker Jeter 

November 12, 1945 - June 15, 2024

 

“Let me know what I can do to help. I’ll do what I can for you.”

Mary was generous and selfless, kind and giving, always putting others before herself, never asking for anything in return.

Mary’s life began on November 12, 1945 in Waco, Texas. She was the beloved daughter of Lionel...

Charles Dwain Ingram

Charles Dwain Ingram

Jun 14, 2024

Charles Dwain Ingram passed away on June 14, 2024, in his sleep at his home in Dallas. He was 83. Services will be on Friday, August 16, at 10 AM at Waco Memorial Funeral Home. 

Dwain was born on February 7, 1941, to Charles Lee and Mable Noreen in The Grove, Texas. Shortly after he was born, the family moved to...

Raul Aguilar, Jr.

Raul Aguilar, Jr.

Jun 13, 2024



But I want you to be without care. He who is unmarried cares for the things of the Lord—how he may please the Lord. - 1 Corinthians 7:32

Raul Aguilar, Jr., 66, of Waco passed away Thursday, June 13, 2024 at Baylor Scott & White Medical Center in Temple, Texas, leaving behind a legacy of love and compassion that will forever...

Robert Edward Coomes

Robert Edward Coomes

Jun 13, 2024

Robert E. Coomes (Bob) 83 of Waco TX passed away peacefully on June 13, 2024.

A Celebration of Life will be held July 20, 2024, 2:00 to 3:30 at Woodway First United Methodist Church Fellowship Hall, 21000 Woodway Drive, Woodway, TX 76712. We welcome all family and friends to celebrate Bob’s wonderful life.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to...

Doris Joan Rasner

Doris Joan Rasner

Jun 13, 2024

Doris Joan (Azevedo) Rasner, aged 99, of Robinson, Texas passed away quietly in her sleep on June 13, 2024; she was born in Benicia, California on July 2, 1924. 

Doris was an avid vocalist her entire life, becoming an accomplished singer with numerous live appearances on local radio stations. She released several records but the highlight of her singing career came...

Melva Dean Smallwood

Melva Dean Smallwood

Jun 8, 2024

Melva Dean Smallwood was born on February 23, 1928 to Henry F. and Lila McCune Tye in rural McLennan County outside of Waco, Texas.  She was the last remaining of eight siblings in her family.  Her last residence was at the West Rest Haven Senior Adult Facility in West, Texas.  She passed from this life into eternity on Saturday, June...

Consuelo Alarcon

Consuelo Alarcon

Jun 2, 2024

Consuelo Alarcon, 52, passed away June 2, 2024, at Baylor Scott & White Hillcrest. Services will be at 10:00 am on June 11, 2024, at Sacred Heart Catholic Church with Deacon Tony Arocha officiating. Burial will follow at Oakwood Cemetery. Visitation will be June 10, 2024 from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm, with the Rosary to be recited at 7:00...

John L. Dobelbower, Jr.

John L. Dobelbower, Jr.

May 30, 2024

John Lyon Dobelbower, Jr., 77, died on Thursday, May 30, 2024 in Waco, Texas. Born on October 20, 1946 in Bellefonte, Pennsylvania, to the late John Lyon Dobelbower, Sr. and Virginia Arline Eckley Dobelbower. He grew up in Bellefonte, Levittown, and Ferliss Hills, Pennsylvania. When John was a teenager, he moved with his family to Zonguldak, Turkey. He graduated from...

Theresa Lewis

Theresa Lewis

May 28, 2024

Theresa May Lewis, of Waco, TX, went home to be with Jesus on May 28, 2024.  A Celebration of Life service will be held on Thursday, June 6, 2024 at 11am at the Bosqueville Methodist Church at 7327 Rock Creek Road, Bosqueville, TX 76708 with a luncheon to follow in the activity center.

Theresa was born on August 13, 1940 in...

Judith Karleta Barker

Judith Karleta Barker

May 21, 2024

Judith (Judy) Barker, 78, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, May 21, 2024, in Waco, Texas.Visitation will be held at 3:00 PM on Tuesday, May 28, 2024 at Central United Methodist Church. Funeral Service will be at 4:00 PM, immediately following visitation, with minister David Brower officiating. The Funeral Service will be also be streamed at www.CUMCwaco.com.

Judy was born on March...

Mary Tagle

Mary Tagle

May 21, 2024

Mary Tagle, 83, of Waco passed away Tuesday, May 21, 2024 in Waco. Mass of Christian Burial will be Wednesday, May 29, 2024 at 10am at St. Francis on the Brazos Catholic Church. Interment will follow at Waco Memorial Park. Visitation will be Tuesday, May 28, 2024 from 6pm to 8pm at the Waco Memorial Funeral Home. The Rosary will...

Kecha Rena Ewing

Kecha Rena Ewing

May 18, 2024

Kecha Rena Ewing, 47, of Woodway passed away Saturday, May 18, 2024. Her life will be celebrated Friday, May 31, 2024 at 2:00 pm at Waco Memorial Funeral Home. She will be laid to rest at Waco Memorial Park. Visitation will be Thursday, May 30, 2024 from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm at the funeral home. Kecha Rena Ewing was born...

John Henry Murison

John Henry Murison

May 15, 2024

In Loving Memory of John Henry MurisonJohn Henry Murison, age 78, was born on June 9, 1945, in Pomona, California, to proud parents Sylvania Domiani and Muris Murison. He peacefully passed away on May 15, 2024, in Hewitt, Texas, surrounded by his loving family.

John's journey through life was marked by resilience, adventure, and an unwavering commitment to his loved ones....

Claudia Nell Sexton

Claudia Nell Sexton

May 13, 2024

Claudia Lanell ‘Nell’ Sexton, 88, passed away peacefully Monday, May 13, 2024 at St. Anthony’s Care Center in Waco. Services will be Thursday, May 16, 2024 at 11:00 am at Waco Memorial Funeral Home. Visitation will be before the service, beginning at 10:00 am. Following services there will be food and fellowship in the funeral home event center.

Claudia was born...

Mark Curtis Builder

Mark Curtis Builder

May 10, 2024

Mark Curtis Builder, 64, of Waco passed away Friday, May 10, 2024. Services for Mark will be held at a later date. 

Carolyn Sue Moore

Carolyn Sue Moore

May 9, 2024

Carolyn Sue Bensing Moore, 83, of Lorena, passed away peacefully at home on Thursday, May 9, 2024 surrounded by family. Sue was born on August 1, 1940, in Huntsville, Arkansas. She grew up on many farms in Arkansas, Oklahoma, and New Mexico. After graduating high school in Hobbs, New Mexico, she worked as a legal secretary. That is when she...

Sidney Ellis Rose

Sidney Ellis Rose

May 1, 2024

Sidney Rose, 66, passed away May 1, 2024. A graveside service will be held at 2:00pm, Wednesday, May 8, 2024, at Waco Memorial Park.

Sid was born October 5, 1957, in McDowell, WV, to Charlie & Louella Rose. Sid grew up in Waco, and he graduated from Waco High School in 1975. He enjoyed fishing and hunting. 

He was preceded in death...

Carroll Marie Crowder

Carroll Marie Crowder

May 1, 2024

Carroll Marie Crowder, age 34, passed away on May 1, 2024, after a long and valiant struggle with complications from a rare genetic disorder. She passed peacefully and comfortably into the presence of her heavenly Father, and is no longer enduring the pain that was part of her earthly life. 

A memorial service will be held at Waco Memorial Park Funeral...

Mary Louise "LuLu" Hughes

Mary Louise "LuLu" Hughes

Apr 30, 2024

In Loving Memory of Mary Louise “Lulu” Hughes (1936-2024)It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Mary Louise Hughes, aged 87,on April 30, 2024, surrounded by the love of her family. Louise was a beacon of joy andkindness, touching everyone with her warmth and generosity.Born in Waco, Tx on July 16, 1936, Louise spent her life nurturing...