Obituaries

Apr 24, 2025

Barbara Ann Tosch “Mother Red” was born June 21, 1936. She peacefully passed away April 24, 2025 surrounded by family. She possessed a unique personality and an extraordinary presence. From Hollywood to Waco to Laguna Park, she was notably a legend.

She was predeceased by her mother, Oleane Marion, and father, Walter Marion. Her brothers Sonny, Gene, Duane, Rush, and Donny...

Apr 24, 2025

Delbert Wayne Charanza

April 25, 1953 – April 24, 2025

Delbert Charanza, 71, of Waco, Texas, passed away Thursday April 24, 2025 one day before his birthday. Graveside service will be 10:00 am Tuesday April 29, 2025 at St. Mary’s cemetery in West, Texas. Delbert was born on April 25. 1953 in Waco to Henry and Marcella Charanza. He is preceded in...

Apr 22, 2025

James Walter Nowlin Jr. ("Booger")

1958 – 2025

James Walter Nowlin Jr., affectionately known as “Booger,” passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his loving family on April 22, 2025, at the age of 66.

Born in 1958, James was a man known for his big heart, larger-than-life personality, and the joy he brought to everyone he met. He had a deep love...

Apr 19, 2025

Ruby Garrett

December 10, 1923 – April 19, 2025

Ruby Garrett, 101, of Waco passed away on April 19, 2025 at St Anthony’s Care Center in Waco Texas. Graveside services will be Saturday April 26, 2025, 10:00 am, visitation will be from 9-10 am prior to the Graveside at Waco Memorial Park, 6623 I-35, Robinson Tx with Rev. Billy Burchfield officiating.

Ruby was...

Apr 18, 2025

Jerry Woodrow Robert

December 8, 1964 -- April 18, 2025

Jerry Robert, 60, of Waco, passed away April 18, 2025 at a local hospital. Jerry was born December 8, 1964 in Waco, Texas to Joe and Billie Robert. He was married to Michelle Robert for 38 years they had a son Jeremy and a daughter Courtney.

Jerry is preceded in death by his...

Apr 18, 2025

Mary Ann Hendrick, 83 of Waco, passed away peacefully at home on April, 18, 2025 surrounded by her family.

Visitation will be 12:00 to 1:00 pm at Bellmead Funeral Home Chapel. Funeral services will follow at 1:00 pm in the Chapel. Burial will follow at Moore Cemetery.

Mary was born on April 27, 1941 in Marlin, Texas to George Paladino and Viola...

Apr 18, 2025

Raymond Paul Skarpa, of Waco, passed away Friday, April 18, 2025 in Mexia, Texas at the age of 86.

He was born on April 3, 1939 in Waco, Texas to Frank Skarpa and Albina (Stastny) Skarpa.

Raymond attended Abbott, Texas schools and graduated from Abbott High School. He was the chief of the Police Department in West before going to work at...

Apr 10, 2025

Teresa L. Yarborough, 60 made her journey to her eternal resting place with our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ on April 10, 2025. She was born July 6, 1964 at Hillcrest Hospital to Barbara Jean Tucker and Roland Andrew (Ray) Yarborough. She was proceeded in death by her parents Ray, and step mother Myrlene, her mother Barbara and brothers John...

Apr 1, 2025

William Charles Liebe (Bill), was born in Hollis, Oklahoma on August 4, 1946 to Betty Liebe and William Liebe, then they returned to Mission Texas.

He joined the United States Navy on 11/12/1968 and attended Naval Flight Officer School in Pensacola FL from 11/1968 to 11/1969. His first squadron was VQ-3 out of Agana Guam. His assignments included USS Forrestal as...

Mar 28, 2025

Linda Ruth Pavelka

November 11, 1937 - March 28, 2025

Linda was born in Corsicana Texas to Bud and Thelma (Arnold) West.

She grew up in the Britton and Midlothian area. During her school years, she excelled in piano, basketball and was competitive in barrel racing in the rodeo.

Linda was co-owner and operator of Lakeview Bait House (now Tradinghouse Bar and Grill) with...

Mar 27, 2025

Eddie Lee Sanders, age 56, passed away March 27, 2025. Eddie was born January 15, 1969, to Stannie and Jone Sanders and was a lifelong resident of Waco, Texas.

Eddie worked most of his life in construction. He was employed at Caterpillar at the time of his death.

Eddie loved outdoor activities like gardening, fishing, hunting, and motorcycling. He also enjoyed cooking,...

Mar 25, 2025

Mar 25, 2025

Georgia Frances (Popp) Wachsmann

August 21, 1931 – March 25, 2025

Georgia Wachsmann passed away Tuesday March 25, 2025 at a local hospital. Graveside services will be 10:30 am Tuesday April 1, 2025 at St. Mary’s Cemetery in West, Texas. Mrs Wachsmann will have viewing from 10:00 am until 4:00 pm Monday March 31, 2025 at Bellmaed funeral home.  Georgia was born...

Mar 21, 2025

Paula Adele Williams

07-30-1954 — 03-21-2025

It is with heavy hearts we announce the passing of Paula, 70 of Waco, Texas who peacefully departed this life on March 21, 2025 at her home.

Born on July 30, 1954 to James Thomas Smith Sr. and Grace Adele (Shannon)Smith.

She dedicated 27 years of her working life to Southwestern Bell phone company as a Customer service...

Mar 18, 2025

Sylvia Kay Mills

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Sylvia Kay Mills, 69, of Park Hills, who peacefully departed this life on March 18, 2025, at her home, surrounded by her loving family.

 Born on October 21, 1955, in Waco, Texas, Sylvia was the cherished daughter of the late William Johnie and Angie Ruth (Ritch) Hutchison. Sylvia...

Mar 7, 2025

Elenora Edith Raabe, born to Charlie and Sophie (Dudik) Fillip on Aprill 11th, 1927 in Ganado, TX, left us to be with the Lord on Friday March 7, 2025. She was the fifth eldest and last surviving sibling of 7 brothers and sisters.

Elenora grew up in West, TX. From her childhood to early adult years, she and her family were...

Mar 5, 2025

Marion Curtis Boatman Jr.

January 5, 1940 – March 5, 2025

Proceeded by wife Billie Jean Boatman, children Vicki Boatman, Donald Easter, Dennis Easter, mother in law Mary Maw Osborne, daughter in-law Cindy Dennis Easter, Father, Ernest Curtis Boatman, Mother, Gladys Marie Boatman, brother, Robert Gerald Boatman; also survived by son Keith Boatman, son Roger Easter, grandchildren, RD, Stefanee, Waylon, Charlie, Heather,...

Mar 3, 2025

Charlene Ann "Dolly" Stafford

3-26-46 - 3-3-25

It was a beautiful, sunny March day, with the sound of wind chimes filling the air. March was her favorite month: her birthday and anniversary month! She slept with her family surrounding her, holding her hands and whispering all of their love into her ears. A vase filled with sunflowers, her favorite flower,...

Mar 1, 2025

Cynthia Ann Lebkowsky

March 2, 1947 – March 1, 2025

     It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Cynthia Ann Lebkowsky, 77 of Waco, TX who passed away on March 1, 2025. 

     "Cindy" attended La Vega High School and later Baylor University where she obtained her Bachelors Degree in social work, which became a career that...

Feb 25, 2025

Bonnie Wain Branch, age 94, of Bellmead, Texas, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, February 25, 2025. Graveside services will be held at 11:00 AM on Wednesday, March 5, 2025, at White Rock Cemetery near Ross, Texas. Visitation with the family will be held from 6:00 to 8:00 PM on Tuesday, March 4, at Bellmead Funeral Home.

Bonnie was born in Waco,...