Obituaries

Margaret Ann Jackson

Jan 28, 2021

On Thursday, January 28, 2021, Margaret Ann Jackson of Groesbeck, Tx, passed away at the age of 73.

July 22nd, 1947, Margaret (Booger) was born to Edwin and Dorothy Armstrong in Waco, TX. She married Don Jackson in August of 1963 where they had 3 children. She graduated, valedictorian, of her nursing class...

Jason Wayne Hessel

Jan 24, 2021

Jason Wayne Hessel was a kind, joyful and sweet son, brother and friend. He went to be with Jesus peacefully in his sleep on January 24, 2021 at age 37.

Jason was born to Kathy Slavik & Ricky Hessel on September 12, 1983. After graduating from Axtell high school, Jason chased...

Shantai Marie Lemanski

Jan 22, 2021

Shantai Marie Lemanski passed away January 22, 2021 at Ascension Providence from non-COVID-19 related illness. Memorial service will be 2:00 pm Saturday February 6, 2021 at Bellmead Funeral Home Chapel. She was born on December 19, 1973 to Thomas and Carol Lemanski at Hillcrest hospital. She attended La Vega and Connally high schools. She held a variety of...

Patricia Elaine Shepperd

Jan 19, 2021

Patricia Elaine Gaston Shepperd, 72, passed away peacefully at home on Tuesday, January 19, 2021.

Visitation will be on Saturday, January 23, 2021 from 10am to 12pm at Bellmead Funeral Home. Services are at 1pm at the same location. Burial to follow at Moore Cemetery, 5137 Gholson Road, Chalk Bluff, Texas 76705.

William Wiley Worley

Jan 18, 2021

June 27, 1934 January 18, 2021 Willie passed away peacefully in his home on Monday at the age of 86. Willie is survived by his daughter Kay Keene, son-in-law Ray Keene, of Waco, Texas and grandson Seth Keene, of Round Rock, Texas and many family and friends. He is preceded in death by his wife Georgia Bryant Worley and...

Arnold F. Grones

Jan 18, 2021

Arnold F. Grones, 83, passed away Monday, January 18, 2021.

He will be cremated.

Arnold was born December 28, 1937 in West, Texas to Louis and Emilie (Gerlich) Grones.

He is survived by his son, Glenn Grones and his wife, Susie; his grandchildren, Charles...

John Calvin Moore

Jan 17, 2021

John Moore, 91, passed away Sunday, January 17, 2021.

Visitation will start at 5 p.m., Wednesday, January 20 at Bellmead Funeral Home, followed at 6 p.m. by the Rosary. Mass of Christian Burial will be 2 p.m., Thursday, Jan. 21 at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Bellmead. Burial will...

Natalie Dawn Sheridan

Jan 17, 2021

Natalie Dawn (Sherman) Sheridan was born April 17, 1962 in Cleburne, Johnson County, Texas. She went to be home with the Lord at the age of 58, Sunday, January 17, 2021 in Moscow, Idaho after a long battle with multiple illnesses. Funeral Services will be 2:00 pm Monday January 25, 2021 at Bellmead Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will...

Linda Sue Howard

Jan 15, 2021

Linda Sue Duke Howard. 71 was granted her angel wings on Friday, January 15, 2021. Her final days were spent surrounded by her loved ones by her side in Clifton, TX. Services will be 1:00 pm Tuesday, January 19, 2021 at Bellmead Funeral Home Chapel with Edward Davis officiating. Burial will be at Waco Memorial Park. Visitation will be...

Alfred Lee Teal

Jan 15, 2021

Alfred Lee Teal passed away Friday, January 15, 2021.

Memorial service will be 2:00 pm Friday, January 22, 2021 at Bellmead Funeral Home with Rev. Lester Adams officiating.

Lee was born April 27, 1936 in Bakersfield, Texas and grew up in Iraan, Texas. He was a lover of football...

Michael Anthony Ballerino

Jan 11, 2021

Michael Anthony Ballerino, 90, of Waco, Texas, passed away Monday January 11, 2021 at his home. No services are planned at this time.

George Ann Grant

Jan 7, 2021

George Ann Reid Grant, 77, of Elm Mott passed away January 7, 2021 with her children, friends, and beloved nurses by her side. She was born on February 25, 1943 to Brove and Vevie Reid of Blooming Grove, Texas. George Ann retired from L-3 communication after many years of service. She loved traveling and spending time at the beach....

Ernest Lee Turman

Jan 6, 2021

Ernest Lee Turman, 79, of Elm Mott, Texas was called home by his Heavenly Father, January 6, 2021. Funeral service will be 10:00 am Saturday, January 9, 2021 at Bellmead Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will follow at Mart Cemetery in Mart, Texas. Visitation (Come and Go) will be from 6-8:00 pm Friday January 8, 2021 at Bellmead Funeral Home...

Joyce Evelyn Brannen

Jan 3, 2021

Joyce Evelyn Brannen, 84, of Axtell, Texas passed away Sunday January 3, 2021 at her home in Axtell. Graveside services will be 2:30 pm Friday January 8, 2021 at Rosemound Cemetery in Waco, Texas.

Joyce was a member of American Legion Auxiliary and VA Chapter since 1974, she was also a member of the DAV Chapter 3...

Lloyd Arthur Workman

Jan 2, 2021

With deepest sorrow, we announce that Lloyd Arthur Workman (Skip), age 64, passed suddenly on Saturday 1/2/2021 while in the hospital. Skip was a most beloved son, brother, uncle, and friend.

Those who knew Skip will surely miss the friendly banter and quick wit he brought to into their lives.

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Danny Kavanaugh Lord

Dec 31, 2020

Danny K. Lord, 72, of Bellmead, Texas, passed away December 31, 2020 at a local hospice house. Memorial service will be 2:00 pm Thursday February 4, 2021 at Bellmead Funeral Chapel. Danny K. Lord has proudly served his country in the United States Marine Corps as well as his Community as a respected Law Enforcement Officer of 16...

Tommy Dean Martin

Dec 31, 2020

Tommy Dean Martin, 79, passed away Thursday, December 31, 2020 after a brief battle with Covid. Tommy was a doting father and grandfather, and an avid fan of the Texas Rangers, La Vega Football, Baylor sports and Dallas Cowboys. Tommy was born July 15, 1941 to Katie and William Martin. He grew up in Bellmead, TX with his...

Billy James Shilling Jr.

Dec 28, 2020

Billy James Shilling Jr., 73, of Bellmead, went to be with his Lord, Monday, December 28, 2020 after a long battle with cancer. He was surrounded by his loving family at his son's home in Axtell.

Billy was born November 22, 1947 in Waco and went to South Junior. He was a paint and body man...

Lois Jean Kiraly

Dec 23, 2020

Mrs. Lois Jean Kiraly, 86, of Waco, Texas passed away Wednesday, December 23, 2020 at a local hospital. At her request she will be cremated with no services.

Gloria Elaine Burns

Dec 20, 2020

Gloria E. Burns, 76, of Waco, Texas, passed away Sunday December 20, 2020 at a local hospital. Graveside services will be 2:00 pm Monday, January 4, 2021 at Waco Memorial Park in Waco.