Obituaries

Dora "DD" Diane Regian

Jun 9, 2025

Dora Diane "DD" Regian, age 48, passed away peacefully on Monday, June 9, 2025 in Fort Worth, Texas after a long health struggle.

She was born on December 10, 1976 in Evant, Texas to William James Whitlock and Joyce Gail Davis Whitlock. She grew up in Waco and DD attended Connally ISD.

DD married the love of her life Ronald "Ronnie" Dwayne...

Alice McQueen

Jun 5, 2025

Alice Sherian Strickland McQueen, affectionately known as Gaga, was born May 11,

1948 to Melvin and Alice Henning in Waco, Texas. She went to her eternal rest on

June 5, 2025.

Alice was the oldest of three children and the mom of two sons.

Alice graduated from Robinson High School. After high school she worked at

Members Choice Credit Union...

Karen Solomon

Jun 3, 2025

Karen Louise Solomon passed away on Tuesday, June 3, 2025.

She was born on July 17, 1962, in Palestine, Texas, to Jimmy Bassett and Mary Jo Reynolds. On July 3, 1982, she married her high school sweetheart, Michael Solomon, in Waco, Texas. They built their life together-first in Houston, Texas, and later in Big Spring, Texas, where they eventually retired.

Karen will...

Jennie Burton

Jun 2, 2025

Waco, Texas - Jennie Burton (Slade), a loving matriarch, creative spirit, and devout woman of faith, passed away peacefully on June 2, 2025, in Waco, Texas, just shy of her 104th birthday. Born in Indianapolis, Indiana, on November 30, 1921, to Lloyd and Augusta Slade, Jennie's remarkable life was a testament to her generous heart and caring spirit.

Jennie married...

Marilyn Wilkerson

May 28, 2025

Marilyn Mae Wilkerson,88, of Waco, TX died May 28th of 2025 after a long battle of multiple health issues.

She was born in South Bend, IN in 1937. She was the baby of the family with one brother and two sisters. Her mother died when she was 19 years old. Marilyn worked at Western Union in Chicago while...

Joe Wayne Terral

May 18, 2025

Joe Wayne Terral, 70, of Axtell, passed away on Sunday, May 18, 2025. Joe was born on October 2, 1954 in San Antonio, Texas to Joe and Marie (Walser) Terral.

Joe grew up in the Timbercrest addition of Waco and accepted Christ as his personal savior at an early age. The last few months of his life, Joe realized his need...

Olga Hillebrand Garcia

May 18, 2025

Olga Hillebrand Garcia, beloved mother, grandmother, and devoted Christian, passed away peacefully in Woodway Texas on May 18, 2025, surrounded by family.

Born in Buenos Aires, Argentina, in February 1935, Olga carried with her throughout her life the warmth and generosity of her birthplace.

A faithful believer in Christ as her Savior, Olga lived with the confident hope of resurrection and eternity....

Barbara Ann Tosch

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...

Delbert Wayne Charanza

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...

James Walter Nowlin Jr.

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...

Ruby Viola Garrett

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...

Jerry Woodrow Robert

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...

Mary Ann Hendrick

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...

Raymond Paul Skarpa

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...

Teresa Loreen Yarborough

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...

William Charles Liebe

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...

Linda Ruth Pavelka

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...

Eddie Lee Sanders

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,...

Mary Catherine Wilson

Mar 25, 2025

Georgia Frances Wachsmann

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...