Obituaries
Katelyn Marie Sims
Feb 19, 2026
Katelyn Marie Sims,35, passed away February 19, 2026 in Waco, Texas leaving behind a legacy of love, kindness, and selflessness that will never be forgotten.
She was born on February 26, 1990, in Waco, Texas to Joel Devin Sims and Vicki Renee Pace Sims. She was a beautiful soul who touched the lives of everyone she met with her warmth, compassion,...
Molly Mazanec
Feb 12, 2026
Molly Jane Vanzura Mazanec, 93, of Bellmead, passed away Wednesday, February 12, 2026 at Hillcrest Baylor Scott & White Hospital, surrounded by her loving family.
A Rosary will be recited at 7:00pm on Wednesday, February 18, 2026 at Bellmead Funeral Home with visitation to follow until 9pm. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10:30am Thursday, February 19 at St....
Dorothy Hickman
Feb 11, 2026
On the morning of February 11, 2026, Dorothy Hickman of New Llano, Louisiana, passed away at the age of 95 years, 3 months, and 5 days. She was born in Waco, Texas, on November 6, 1930, to Elmer and Beulah Gribble.
Dorothy was a devoted wife, mother, and grandmother. As a military wife, she traveled the world alongside her husband and...
Bettie Joe Stolsworth
Feb 8, 2026
Bettie Joe was born on May 5th, 1933, to LR Cunningham and Clara Mae Cunningham. She peacefully passed on to be with our Heavenly Father on February 8th, 2026.
She was preceded in death by her husband James Clifford Stolsworth; 7 siblings, Ula Mae, Russel Brian, Ava Nell, Glen David (Pete), Owen Burford, Ben Riley, and Vergil Ray; son James Eddy...
Donald McFarland
Feb 7, 2026
Donald J. McFarland
July 29, 1933 – February 7, 2026
Donald J. “Don” McFarland, 92, died Saturday, February 7, 2026 at his home in Prairie Hill, TX.
A celebration of his life will be held Friday, Feb 13th, at Bellmead Funeral Home. Visitation will begin at 10 am, followed by the service at 11:15. Burial will follow in the afternoon at Prairie Hill...
William Mayo
Feb 1, 2026
William Ryan Mayo lived a life that could never be described as small. He brought energy wherever he went, spoke his mind freely, and had a personality people didn’t forget. He could make you laugh when you didn’t expect it and cared deeply, especially for the people he loved.
Above all else, he was a father.
His son, Declan, was the center...
Betty Ruth Neugent
Jan 15, 2026
Betty Ruth Neugent, lovingly known as Memaw, passed away peacefully on January 15, 2026, at the age of 96. Born on August 29, 1929, she was deeply loved by her family and will be missed by all who knew her.
She was the daughter of Raymond Carl Bilbo Sr. and Lady Mae Wilson. Betty was preceded in death by her siblings...
Tommie Wayne Thompson
Jan 10, 2026
Tommie Wayne Thompson, age 77, of Hamilton, TX, passed away on Saturday, January 10, 2026, after fighting a hard battle with cancer.
Tommie was born on August 13, 1948, to J.H. and Lorene Thompson in Gatesville, Texas. Tommie graduated from Hamilton High School in 1966. He was an exceptional athlete and excelled in all sports in high school. Following high school...
Ray Black
Jan 6, 2026
Rayford Jack Black, 80, passed away peacefully on January 6, 2026. Ray was born January 13, 1945 in Prairie Hill, Texas to Elzie and Juanita Black. After graduating from Coolidge High School Ray earned a degree in History from Sam Houston State University. Later he attended South Texas School of Law where he began his career as a lawyer. Ray...
Charles Edwin Stephens
Jan 5, 2026
Charles Edwin Stephens, age 87, of Axtell, Texas, passed away peacefully on January 5, 2026 surrounded by loved ones. A man of deep faith, steady strength, and quiet wisdom, Charles lived a full and meaningful life centered on faith, family, and hard work.
Born in Sulphur Springs, TX and raised in Clovis, New Mexico, Charles was an Eagle Scout who loved...
Blenda Wood
Jan 5, 2026
On January 5, 2026, Blenda Lee Bailey Wood (also known to her grandchildren as G-Mom) passed away at the age of 82 at her daughter’s home in Axtell, TX.
Blenda was born in Mount Calm, Tx on December 30, 1943, to Obed and Barbara Bailey. She went to Mount Calm Elementary and then onto Axtell High School, graduating in May of...
Shawna Marie Hutchison
Jan 4, 2026
Shawna Marie Hutchison passed away January 4, 2026. She was born March 21, 1978 in Fairbanks, Alaska to James Thomas Hutchison III and Deborah Elizabeth Barnes.
She lived in Fairbanks until moving to Waco, Tx. In 1988.
Shawna attended Axtell ISD schools and graduated in 1996. Her main employment was with the United States Postal Services for many years and was loved...
Neill O. Purvis
Jan 4, 2026
Neill Orand Purvis was born April 18, 1937 in Waco, Texas and went to be with his Lord on January 4, 2026 at his residence at Waco Healthcare in Waco, Texas.
Neill, 88, is survived by his sister-n-law Mary Schantz and many specially loved nieces, nephews, great nieces, great nephews, and special friends.
He was preceded in death by son Kenneth Ray...
Louise Carlisle
Dec 19, 2025
Louise Carlisle, age 94, of Waco got to go home with our Lord and Savior (and Tom) on December 19, 2025.
She was born August 3, 1931 in Los Angeles, Ca. to Grady and Eathal (Roupe) Newman. She married Tom Carlisle May 5, 1950. They had three sons: Tommy , Larry and Joe. Louise (Lou) was a homemaker and an active...
Lucille Emma Jander
Dec 9, 2025
Lucille was a kind and loving person, filled with joy in and of the Lord, always ready to give and receive a hug, a model of strength and blessed assurance. She loved her husband Harold, who went to be with the Lord several years before her. She longed to be in heaven, and knowing that she is there now worshipping...
Glenn Reeves Lauck
Dec 5, 2025
Glenn Reeves Lauck of Tyler, Texas passed away December 5, 2025. He was 69 years of age. Glenn was a resident at Azalea Heights Nursing Home in Tyler.
Glenn was born and raised in Tyler and attended Tyler Public Schools, graduating from Robert E. Lee High School. He was a Baptist.
Glenn lived in Waco for many years to be near his...
Robert Bruce Manlove
Dec 2, 2025
Robert Bruce Manlove, age 65, passed away on December 2, 2025. He was a longtime resident of Mount Calm, Texas.
Robert spent his life as a dedicated mechanic, a trade he practiced with skill, pride, and commitment. Known for his strong work ethic and willingness to help others, he could often be found fixing what was broken and lending a hand...
Peggy Noreen Byrum
Dec 1, 2025
Peggy Noreen Byrum, 77, passed peacefully into eternal rest on Monday, December 1, 2025, surrounded by family and her pastor. She left this world the same way she lived in it—loved, held, and unwavering in her faith. Peggy was born in Waller, Texas, to poor sharecroppers. Hard work shaped her early years, and by fourteen she struck out on her...
James Edward Blann
Nov 30, 2025
James Edward Blann, 50, passed away suddenly on November 30, 2025. He was born September 26, 1975, in Marlin, Texas
James enjoyed fishing, good food and spending time with his family. He will be remembered as a loving son, father, grandfather and grandson.
He is survived by his sons, Aaron, Jasavier and Edwin Blann; his daughters, Cristella, Marivella and Jocelyn Blann; his...
Lisa Lorraine Ashcraft
Nov 28, 2025
Lisa Lorraine Ashcraft, 61, of Elm Mott, passed away on Friday, November 28, 2025 in Waco, Texas.
She was born November 7, 1964 to Horace Louell Lane and Anna Spence Clark Lane in Fairview, New Mexico.
Lisa met James Ashcraft, Sr. and they were married on November 31, 1983 in Waco, Texas.
Lisa is survived by her husband, James Ashcraft, Jr.; mother, Anna...
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