Obituaries

July 30, 2025

It is with deep love and sorrow that we announce the passing of our beloved Juanita Jackson, who departed this life into Glory on July 30, 2025, in Hewitt, Texas. A visitation will be at 5:00pm, Friday, August 8, 2025, at Grace Gardens Funeral Home. A service in celebration of her life will be held on August 9, 2025, at...

August 1, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the unexpected passing of Mirella Judie, lovingly known to many as “Yin”. Born in Waco, Texas, on May 21, 1985, Mirella lived in Austin, where her vibrant personality, strong sense of faith, and love for life touched everyone who knew her.

Mirella married Yashavaun Judie on July 17, 2017, in Round Rock, Texas.

She...

August 1, 2025

Patrick Ellis Dougherty, a beloved husband, father, brother, and friend, passed away peacefully on August 1, 2025, in Woodway, Texas, at the age of 76. Born on August 22, 1948, in Tyler, Texas, Patrick was the cherished son of LE "Red" and Maddie Dougherty. He spent his formative years in Waco, where he graduated from Richfield High School.

Patrick dedicated much...

July 29, 2025

William Edwin Kimbrough was born in Childress, Texas, on January 18, 1935, the only child of Bonnie Ruth Groseclose Kimbrough and Loyd Edwin Kimbrough. Loyd passed away the following New Year's Day. Bonnie then married Joseph Horace Liles, who adopted Edwin.

Ed grew up farming and ranching in Shores Creek, outside of Childress, where the family raised Hereford cattle, cotton, and...

July 28, 2025

July 22, 2025

Billy Floyd Spivey, age 87, went to his heavenly home on July 22, 2025. A visitation in his honor will be on Thursday, July 31, 2025 from 5:00pm to 7:00pm at Grace Gardens Funeral Home in Woodway, Texas. A celebration of life service will be at 11:00am, Friday, August 1, 2025 at Grace Gardens Funeral Home with burial following at...

July 21, 2025

Vernon Eugene Hoppe (Gene) of Woodway, went home to Heaven on Monday, July 21, 2025 at the age of 91. Funeral services will be Saturday, July 26 at 11:00 at St. Paul Lutheran Church of Crawford with Pastor Ricky Richards officiating. Visitation with the family will be the hour prior to the service beginning at 10:00. Burial will immediately follow...

July 18, 2025

Charles A. Knox passed away peacefully on July 18, 2025, at Baylor Scott & White Hillcrest Hospital in Waco, Texas. He was born on September 19, 1930, in Marion, Ohio, to Charles E. Knox and Garnet Everly Knox.

Charles served his country in the United States Air Force for over 20 years, with assignments that took him to Vietnam, Greenland, Saudi...

July 18, 2025

Peggy Gene Felder Shelton, aged 87, of Waco, Texas, passed away on Friday, July 18, 2025. Born in Taylor, Texas on February 28, 1938, to Eddie Felder and Annie Maresh, Peggy was raised in Austin, Texas. She married Ronnie Shelton on December 11, 1954, and together they raised three daughters. Throughout her career, Peggy held various retail positions, including roles...

July 16, 2025

Ronald Richard Braymiller, affectionately known as Ronnie, left this world on July 16, 2025, at the age of 55. Born on May 23, 1970, in the vibrant city of Buffalo, New York, Ronnie was a graduate of Jackson County Comprehensive High School. His education laid the foundation for a life characterized by curiosity and passion.

Ronnie was a man whose heart...

July 15, 2025

Kathleen Mayr Lindsey—beloved wife, mother, grandmother, daughter, sister, aunt, and friend—passed away peacefully in Richardson, Texas on July 15, 2025. She was 74 years old.

A Celebration of Life service will be held in her honor at McGregor Baptist Church on August 9, 2025, at 11:00 AM.

Kathleen was born in Waco, Texas, on January 5, 1951, to Charles and Burnell Mayr....

July 12, 2025

Douglas Wade Smith went to join our Lord and supreme master on July 12, 2025, after a lengthy illness. He died at home surrounded by loved ones.

Douglas was born August 18, 1941, to Ophelia and Bee Smith in Pancake, Texas. He joined the Marine Corps in 1959 then returned to Waco, Texas and worked at Waco Meat Service where he...

July 11, 2025

Michael Ray Townsend, born on July 3, 1946, in Waco, Texas, passed away peacefully on July 11, 2025, in Hewitt, Texas, surrounded by his loved ones. A dedicated free spirit, he enjoyed a life filled with adventure and exploration, becoming a long-haul truck driver who relished the open road. Michael's passion for travel was complemented by his love for the...

July 10, 2025

Omadath “Adesh” Ramdhansingh, 49, passed away on July 10, 2025, in Dallas, Texas, surrounded by his loved ones. Born on August 1, 1975, in San Fernando, Trinidad, Adesh’s early years were filled with the warmth of close family and cherished friendships.

Though life brought its share of hardships, Adesh lived by his personal motto: to live life to the fullest. Rarely...

July 9, 2025

Nona Pearl Lee Whitworth, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, daughter, sister and friend passed away in Waco, Texas on July 9, 2025. She was 93 years old.

Visitation for Nona will be held at Grace Gardens Funeral Home on July 17, 2025 between 5-7 pm. Funeral service will be Friday July 18, 2025 at Noon. Rick Bowles former youth minister at Calvary...

July 7, 2025

Willie Jean "Jeannie" Wyly (Maiden Surname "Riley") was born April 4, 1936, in Pettit, Texas—the youngest of 7 children born to Alvin Norman Riley and Annie Bell Ash Riley. In the summer before she started high school, her family moved to Clyde, Texas. In both Pettit Junior High and Clyde High School, she excelled in basketball. At one tournament, she...

July 6, 2025

James Daniel Speasmaker, 50, loving husband and father, passed away on July 6, 2025. A Visitation in his honor will be on Monday, July 14, 2025 from 5:00pm to 7:00pm. A Funeral Service will be at 11:00am, Tuesday, July 15, 2025, at Grace Gardens.

James was born in Rota, Cádiz, Spain, on September 23, 1974. A 1992 graduate of LaVega High...

July 3, 2025

Michael Jay Lathern (Jay) passed away July 3, 2025 in Waco, Texas. Visitation will be Monday July 7th at 5:00pm at Grace Garden Funeral Home in Woodway Texas. The Service will be Tuesday July 8th at 10:00 am also at Grace Garden Funeral Home.

Jay was a devoted Husband, Dad, and best Grandad. Jay adored spending time with his family and...

June 27, 2025

Thelma Mae Ramsey, a beloved mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, passed away peacefully at her home in Lorena, Texas, on June 27, 2025. Born on October 1, 1936, in Bertram, Texas, to Martha Proffitt and James Ebb Dykes. Thelma was a remarkable woman who dedicated her life to caring for others and contributing to her community.

A proud graduate of Georgetown High...

June 25, 2025

Barbara Maxine Buice, a beloved matriarch, peacefully departed this world on June 25, 2025, in Waco, Texas. Born on December 19, 1934, in Stephenville, Texas, to Joseph and Lillie Stewart, Barbara lived a life full of vigor and devotion; she was a spirited soul whose impact resonated deeply within her family and community.

After graduating from Arlington High School, she worked...