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Cecil Sanchez Day, Sr.

Cecil Sanchez Day, Sr.

Jan 14, 2026

Cecil Sanchez Day, Sr., 55, of Dallas, Texas, passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by love, on Wednesday, January 14, 2026. Services are scheduled for Tuesday, January 20, 2026, at 11:00 a.m. at Waco Memorial Funeral Home. Interment will follow at Waco Memorial Park. 

Cecil was born on June 9, 1970, in Waco, Texas, to Albert and Santos Day. After moving...

Joyce Kay (Lindsey) Hankins

Joyce Kay (Lindsey) Hankins

Jan 12, 2026

Joyce Kay Hankins, 85, of Waco, passed away on Monday, January 12, 2026.

A celebration of Kay’s life will be held at Waco Memorial Funeral Home on Wednesday, January 21, 2026 at 11:30 AM, with Dr. Cary Killough officiating.

Joyce Kay was born on March 23, 1940 IN Waco, Texas to parents Luther and Mildred Lindsey. She graduated from Connally High School...

Doris Bean Pirelo

Doris Bean Pirelo

Jan 12, 2026

Doris Bean Pirelo, 95, of Waco passed away Monday, January 12, 2026. A graveside service will be Thursday, January 15, 2026 at 11:30 am at Waco Memorial Park. 

Doris was born June 29, 1930 in Cameron, Texas. She married Crisp W. Pirelo on December 23, 1950. They had just celebrated their 75th wedding anniversary. Together they raised two daughters, Mary and...

Dean Davis Naylor

Dean Davis Naylor

Jan 9, 2026

DEAN DAVIS NAYLOR, age 83, of Waco, Texas passed away peacefully in his sleep in the early hours of January 9, 2026. He was born March 26, 1942.

Dean proudly served his country in the United States Air Force, retiring after a decorated, distinguished career that spanned over 20 years, earning a Meritorious Service Medal, AF Good Conduct Medal and Commendation...

Larry Dale Wells

Larry Dale Wells

Jan 9, 2026

Larry Dale Wells, a beloved husband, father, and grandfather, was born on April 4, 1944, in Oilton, Oklahoma. He passed away peacefully on January 9, 2026, in Waco, Texas. Larry led a life filled with cherished memories and significant milestones which he shared with those he loved dearly.

In 1957, Larry met his wife, Doris Rowena Stout, in a rather remarkable...

Susan Rose Halstead

Susan Rose Halstead

Jan 8, 2026

Susan Rose Halstead, 79, of Clifton passed away Thursday, January 8, 2026. A Celebration of Susan's life will be Saturday, January 24, 2026 at 1:00pm at Waco Memorial Funeral Home. 

A complete obituary will be posted soon.

Mary Clarice Schrader

Mary Clarice Schrader

Jan 7, 2026

Mary Clarice Schrader, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and educator, passed away on January 7th 2026, leaving behind a life marked by dedication, pride, and warmth. She was born April 8, 1930, in Texarkana, Texas.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Jack Schrader (“Big Jack”), her sister Betty Davis, and her daughter-in-law Holly Schrader. She is survived by her...

Claudell Overton Torrence

Claudell Overton Torrence

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...

Susan Marie Holland

Susan Marie Holland

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...

Maria Felix Ocampo

Maria Felix Ocampo

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...

Audrie Laneal Berry

Audrie Laneal Berry

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...

Bruce Wayne Monroe

Bruce Wayne Monroe

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...

Tommy Leland Stanford

Tommy Leland Stanford

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...

Ricky Lee Bradshaw

Ricky Lee Bradshaw

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...

Lisa Marie Montoya

Lisa Marie Montoya

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,...

Larry Wayne Teague

Larry Wayne Teague

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...

Paul Francis Casper

Paul Francis Casper

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,...

Juan A. Yanez

Juan A. Yanez

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...

Ralph Freeman McGee

Ralph Freeman McGee

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.

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