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 24, 2025

Douglas Bruce Wright was born on November 14, 1949, in Rochester, New York, to Donald Byron Wright and Norma Jean Newton Wright. He passed away at the age of 76 on December 24, 2025, at his home in Waco, Texas, with his wife of 35 years, Susan, by his side. Douglas was preceded in death by his parents. He is...

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 22, 2025

Linda Leslie, born on December 7, 1949, passed away on December 22, 2025, at the age of 76. A private service will be held at a later date. Linda was a resident of Woodway, Texas.

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 20, 2025

Edna Ann Winfield (née Fogle), 76, of Waco, Texas, passed away on December 20, 2025. Born in McGregor, Texas, on October 25, 1949, Ann was a woman of many talents who dedicated her life to her family and her work. Ann married the love of her life, Roy Winfield, on April 5, 1993. Ann was a lifelong learner. She attended...

Dec 20, 2025

Dusty Dawn Aguilar, a cherished, kind-hearted, hard-working, humorous, resilient, and thoughtful individual, passed away on December 20, 2025, at the age of 47. Born on December 30, 1977, in Waco, Texas, Dusty was a beloved resident of Robinson, Texas. Dusty attended University High School, where she began to cultivate her many friendships and talents. Her life was marked by a...

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 19, 2025

Thomas Earl Coleman was born on March 5, 1953 in Waco, Texas. Tommy passed away peacefully after a short illness at Baylor Scott & White Hillcrest Hospital on December 19, 2025 surrounded by his loving family. He was preceded in death by his parents, Earl L. Coleman and Norma J. Hawkins Coleman Groman; stepfather, Frank Groman; wife, Lorie Buck Coleman;...

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.