Obituaries
Rubie Annette Bloskas
Feb 23, 2025
Our Lord called home Rubie Annette Bloskas on February 23, 2025, where she was reunited with her husband and love of her life James "Jim" Bloskas and daughter Wendy Bloskas.
Annette married SGT Jim Bloskas in 1954, and they started their life together in Oahu, Hawaii where their first daughter Wendy was born. After their stint in Hawaii, Jim was stationed...
Anastacia R. Gallegos
Feb 23, 2025
Anastacia Gallegos, of Bellmead, Tx, a beloved figure recognized by all who knew her for her radiant smile, infectious laughter, and humble nature, passed away on February 24, 2025. Born on July 28, 1946, Anastacia created a legacy highlighted by kindness, compassion, and an unwavering love for her family and friends.
Known widely for her nurturing spirit, Anastacia made a significant...
James "Pink" Ervin Bumguardner, Jr.
Feb 23, 2025
James Ervin Bumguardner Jr. (Pink), 78, of Bellmead, Tx., passed away Sunday, February 23, 2025, after a long battle of cancer at his residence surrounded by family. A celebration of life will be held 11:00 am, Saturday March 15, 2025 at Beverly Hills Baptist Church (Family of Faith Worship Center) 4112 Memorial Dr. Waco, Tx. 76711, with Pastor Debbie Rarick...
Edward "Eddie" Earl Anderson
Feb 20, 2025
Edward “Eddie” Earl Anderson was born December 25, 1947 to Gladys and Rufus Anderson. He attended Hillsboro High School, where he graduated. He met the love of his life, Glenda Romero at Safeway in 1964. They married May 1968. They had one child Angela Marie Anderson 1970. Eddie was drafted into the Army June 1968. He fought in the Vietnam...
Aline Faye McDonald
Feb 20, 2025
Aline McDonald, age 93 of Waco, TX died Thursday, February 20, 2025. Aline Faye Mansfield McDonald was born on August 8, 1931, in Duncan Woods, TX to the late Truett Glenn Mansfield and Georgia Ann Scales Mansfield Bradshaw.
She attended schools in Port Neches, TX and graduated from Port Neches High School in 1948. She married Glenn W. McDonald in Pear...
Vernon Matthew Davis
Feb 18, 2025
Vernon Matthew Davis
March 18, 1936 – February 18, 2025
Vernon was born in Waco, Texas on March 18, 1936 to Deckard Mathew Davis and Cleta LaJuana (McFalls) Davis. He went home to be with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on February 18, 2025. Visitation will be held Friday, February 28, 2025 from 6-8:00 pm at Bellmead Funeral Home. Funeral Service...
Eugene Mena Gonzales Jr.
Feb 18, 2025
Eugene M. Gonzales Jr, 77 of Waco passed away on 2/18/2025
Eugene was born in Meridian Tx on 10/13/1947 to Valentina & Eugene M. Gonzales Sr, who preceded him in death.
He was a flooring contractor for over 50 years. He was a man of integrity, honesty & responsibility. He was a loving, caring man whom would help anyone. He was a...
Elvin Ray Lemley
Feb 18, 2025
Elvin Ray Lemley, 68, of Axtell, Texas passed away February 18, 2025 in Waco, Texas.
Elvin was born on September 4, 1956, in San Angelo, Texas to JD and Mary (Ray) Lemley. Elvin attended La Vega High School- Class of 1975. He learned the value of hard work working side by side with his Dad at the family business- Lemley Concrete....
Katherine Marie Chapman
Feb 14, 2025
Katherine Marie (Cox) Chapman 83, a lifelong resident ofWaco, TX, went home to be with the Lord on Friday, February 14, 2025. She was born on the 20th of December 1941, in Waco, TX to Clifford and Janie Cox. She is survived by her children, Theresa Day of Kyle, TX, Keith Chapman of Houston, TX, Scott Chapman and wife, Shirley...
Leslie Dawn Knutson
Feb 13, 2025
Funeral service will be 11:00 am Friday February 21, 2025 at Bellmead Funeral Home Chapel. Visitation will be 6-8:00 pm Thursday, February 20, 2025 at Bellmead Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will follow at Waco Memorial Park in Robinson, Texas.
Leslie was born on January 29, 1965 in Temple, Texas to William L. Hunter III and Carolyn Hunter Holt. She attended Jefferson...
Nelta Faye Cogdill
Feb 12, 2025
Nelta Faye Cogdill, 84, passed away February 12, 2025 at Willis-Knighton Medical Center in Shreveport, Louisiana.
Visitation will be held Thursday, February 20, 2025 at Bellmead Funeral Home Chapel from 10:00 – 11:00am with funeral services following at 11:00 am. Private burial will be at Roberts Cemetery in Troy. TX.
She was born on March 10, 1940 in Belton, TX to W.B....
Johnny Dee Stogsdill
Feb 10, 2025
Johnny Dee Stogsdill, 59, of Waco, Texas passed away February 10, 2025 in Waco. Graveside Services will be 2:00 P.M. Tuesday February 25, 2025 at Moore Cemetery in Chalk Bluff, Texas. Visitation will be Tuesday February 25, 2025 from 12:30 to 1:30 P.M. at Bellmead Funeral Home. Johnny was born January 17, 1966 to Leon and Patsy Stogsdill in Gainesville,...
Nadine Abernathy
Feb 9, 2025
Letha “ Nadine” Abernathy
May 13,1932-February 9,2025
Letha “Nadine” Abernathy, 92, of Willis, TX, passed away peacefully on Sunday morning, February 9, 2025.
Nadine was born on May 13, 1932, in Eddy, TX, to William Clarence and Lovie Sue Martin as an only child. Known for her loving heart, bright smile, and selfless caregiving spirit, Nadine’s life was deeply anchored in her unwavering...
Catherine Marie Nicosia
Feb 7, 2025
Catherine Nicosia, 76, passed away on February 7, 2025 in Whitney, Texas. A funeral service will be held 1:00 pm Friday, February 14, 2025 at Bellmead Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will be in Oakwood Cemetery in Waco, Texas. Visitation will be from 6-7:00 pm Thursday February 13, 2025 at Bellmead Funeral Home.
Catherine loved her family very much. She was a...
Donita Lyn Dusek
Jan 31, 2025
After a long and courageous battle with cancer, Donita Dusek of Waco, Texas, went to be with her Lord and Savior on January 31, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. A celebration of life will be held at a later date.
Donita was born on May 18, 1948, in Weleetka, Oklahoma to Clifford and Mary Hirrill.She graduated high school in Jal,...
Richard Lee Studer Sr.
Jan 17, 2025
Richard Studer Sr.
June 11, 1947 – January 17,2025
Went home to be with the Lord on January 17, 2025. Richard worked as a HVAC installer for 40 years a job from which he retired. He loved life and his family, traveling with his best friend Jimmy Riggs and riding motorcycles alongside his son. He was the cornerstone of his family, a...
Rodger Smith
Jan 14, 2025
After a brief, but valiant, battle with cancer, Vernon Rodger Smith, 80, of Hallsburg, Texas, went to be with his Lord and Savior on January 14, 2025. Visitation will be from 6-8pm on Friday, January 17, 2025 at Bellmead Funeral Home. Services will be held at 10am on Saturday, January 18, 2025 at Bellmead Funeral Home, with burial to follow...
Danny Carroll Norman
Dec 31, 2024
Danny Carroll Norman, 71, passed away Tuesday, December 31, 2024 in Temple, TX. Graveside services will be Monday, January 6, 2025 at Rosemound Cemetery with Rev. Richard Clay Strawn officiating.
He was born on December 10, 1953 in Waco, TX to Clarence Carroll Norman and Wanda Janell Wood Norman.
He was a beloved father, brother and Papaw. He lived and worked all...
Sharon Leigh Wills
Dec 29, 2024
Sharon Leigh Brumfield was born on March 15, 1973, to Harold Brumfield and Mary Brumfield in Clifton, Tx. Sharon grew up in Waco area with her three siblings. She attended school in the Connally school district.
Sharon is survived by her loving husband of 30 yrs, Aubrey Wills, her mother Mary Bryant, 4 children, Krista, Destiny, Shara, Jade, 3 brothers, Steven...
Sara Thomas
Dec 26, 2024
Sara Kay Benedittine – Thomas was born in Waco on October 6, 1953 to Buster Benedittine and Elowene Cox. She passed away on December 26, 2024 in a local nursing home.
A Celebration of Life will be Saturday, January 4, 2025 at 10:00 AM with visitation and service to follow at Bellmead Funeral Home Chapel. Brother Kerry Groce will be officiating.
Sara’s...
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