Obituaries

Obituaries

Obituaries for Waco, TX. and surrounding areas

Dianne Woods

Dianne Woods

August 27, 2024

Dianne Audrey Woods, a beloved mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away peacefully at her home on August 27 2024, at the age of 77. Born on March 24, 1947, in Rochester, New York, Dianne lived a life marked by hard work, kindness, and unwavering support for her family and friends.

Dianne's educational journey began with her education in Rochester. After...

Dennis Berry

Dennis Berry

August 26, 2024

Dennis Berry passed away at his home in Waco, Texas, on August 26, 2024, following a courageous battle with cancer. Born on May 22, 1950, in Salem, Illinois.

Dennis attended Graham High School and continued his education at the Univeristy of Texas in Arlington, Texas. His lifelong career as an engineer at Exyte showcased his commitment to excellence and innovation. Dennis...

Stephanie Louise Stanley

Stephanie Louise Stanley

August 26, 2024

Stephanie Louise Stanley, born on August 4, 1989, passed away on August 26 ,2024 after a lengthy illness at the age of 35 Stephanie was a devoted mother, beloved daughter and sister who will be deeply missed by all who knew her.

She is survived by her children, John Ryan and Michael Roberson, who were the light of her life, and...

Carolyn Lee Hickman

Carolyn Lee Hickman

August 25, 2024

Carolyn Lee Hickman, a shining beacon of  grace, departed this world on August 25 2024, leaving behind a tapestry woven with love and cherished memories. Born on January 5, 1947, Carolyn was a soul who walked gently upon the earth, deeply connected to nature and the beauty it held, she embraced the outdoors with an open heart, finding solace and...

Nita Brashear

Nita Brashear

August 22, 2024

Nita Brashear, age 94, of Terlingua, formerly of Moody, passed away Thursday, August 22, 2024. A graveside service and interment will be held at 10:00 a.m., Thursday, September 5, 2024, at Moody Cemetery with Robert Leathers officiating. 

Nita was born September 5, 1929, to Hershel and Lucille Lasly in McLennan County. She attended Moody schools. She worked at the Texas A...

Harrold Thomas "Tom" Kaylor

Harrold Thomas "Tom" Kaylor

August 17, 2024

Tom Kaylor passed away August 17, 2024, at the age of 91, at home.

A memorial service will be held in his honor at 2 p.m., August 24, 2024, at Grace Gardens Funeral Home with Brother Roy Marshall officiating.

Tom was born May 2, 1933, in Westmoreland County, Greensburg, PA to Nellie May Harrold and Leslie Wilbur Kaylor.

Tom served his country as...

Mary Thomas

Mary Thomas

August 15, 2024

Mary went to be with the Lord on the morning of August 15, 2024. 

Mary was born to Jimmy and Annie Morgan of Waco on July 1, 1938. She grew up and lived in the Waco, Bellmead area all her life. As a teenager she worked with her mother at Wolf’s sewing factory. 

She married William (Bill) Thomas in 1957 and became...

Byron Hernandez

Byron Hernandez

August 14, 2024

Byron Andres Hernandez, a beloved son, brother, nephew, cousin, grandson, and friend, passed away on August 14, 2024 after bravely battling cancer for three years. He was born on August 11, 2010, in Austin, Texas, to Patricia Vences and Jorge Hernandez.

Byron attended Connally Junior High. Byron would often joke that his favorite subject was lunch, showcasing his playful personality. Byron...

Edgar "Baby" Aycock

Edgar "Baby" Aycock

August 14, 2024

Edgar Francis Aycock passed away Wednesday, August 14, 2024, at home surrounded by his loving family. Services will be held at 10am, Saturday, August 17, 2024, at Moody Church of Christ.

Baby was born on January 16, 1943, in White Hall, Texas at home to Ona Mae Halpain and Edgar Everette Aycock following 3 older brothers Kenneth, Virgil and Wilburn proclaiming...

Elizabeth Ann Gaas

Elizabeth Ann Gaas

August 12, 2024

Elizabeth Ann Gaas of Prairie Hill, Texas, passed away at her home on August 12, 2024. She was born on January 27th, 1954 in Bay City, Texas. The family will have a private burial in Prairie Hill, Texas followed by a Celebration of her life 1pm, Saturday, August 17, 2024 at Grace Gardens Funeral Home in Woodway with a time...

Andrew Bryngelson

Andrew Bryngelson

August 11, 2024

Andrew Bryngelson passed away suddenly on Sunday, August 11th in Waco, Texas. 

In his 35 years, he affected the lives of many with his kindness and service. He graduated from Stephen F. Austin University where he found and helped grow a caring community at the Wesley Foundation. 

He worked at the Waco Foundation SmartBabies Early Childhood Initiative, and people were amazed that...

Harrol Lee Dixon

Harrol Lee Dixon

August 8, 2024

Harrol Lee Dixon, 78, of Waco, entered his eternal reward Thursday, August 8, 2024. To honor Harrol's life, a celebration will be at First Baptist Church, Woodway, on Wednesday, August 14, 2024, at 10:30 AM, followed by a visitation with the family.

Born in Fayetteville, Arkansas on August 29, 1945, Harrol's spiritual journey commenced in his early years in Detroit before...

Robby Lynn Farr

Robby Lynn Farr

August 7, 2024

Robby Lynn Farr, born on July 20, 1953, in Gainesville, Texas, peacefully passed away on August 7, 2024 surrounded by his loved ones. He was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, brother. Robby touched the lives of many through his remarkable career and his loving personality.

Robby dedicated over 25 years to sales and management at Central Transportation where his dedication and...

Dakshaben Maheshkumar Patel

Dakshaben Maheshkumar Patel

August 5, 2024

A Funeral Service will be Thursday, August 8, 2024 beginning at 2pm. 

We gather to honor and celebrate the life of Dakshaben Maheshbhai Patel, a cherished wife, mother, grandmother, and beloved family member. She was born on February 2nd, 1968, in Shampura to Lallubhai Heerabhai Patel and Vajyaben Lallubhai Patel. Dakshaben's life was a testament to hard work, love, and dedication.

She...

Sherry Elizabeth Stough

Sherry Elizabeth Stough

August 5, 2024

Sherry Elizabeth Stough, 69, of Waco, passed away Monday, August 5th, 2024.

Her love for family, friends and the outdoors will outshine the grief of her loss.  Sherry aka "Oh great and glorious Nana" loved being surounded by all her gran-babies and great gran-babies.  She loved spending time out doors in her butterfly gardens.

Sherry is continued by her husband, Steve, the...

David Johnson

David Johnson

August 2, 2024

David Johnson went home to Jesus on August 2nd 2024 at the age of 72. A celebration of life will be at 11:00 am Friday, August 9th, 2024 at Grace Gardens Funeral Home / Chapel, with George Ohmstede of Fellowship Bible Church officiating.  

David was born to Roy and Phyllis Johnson in July 10, 1952 in Athens, Tx. David joined...

Roy Lee Sims

Roy Lee Sims

July 28, 2024

Roy Lee Sims peacefully went to sleep in the Lord on Sunday, July 28, 2024, surrounded by his loving family and friends. A memorial for Roy will be on Saturday, August 3, 2024 from 10:00am to 12:00pm at Grace Gardens Funeral Home. 

Roy was born on October 12, 1957, in Maywood, California, to Samuel and Virginia Sims. He was a devoted...

Ricky Robert Williams

Ricky Robert Williams

July 28, 2024

Ricky Robert Williams passed away in Lorena, Texas on July 28, 2024 surrounded by his family. 

Ricky was born August 21, 1944 in Waxahachie, Texas. He was a member of Waxahachie High School class of 1962. On June 1, 1963 he married Sherry Gardiner Williams in Ennis, Texas. They just celebrated 61 years of marriage. 

He was in the United States Air...

Jeb Clemons

Jeb Clemons

July 27, 2024

Jeb Isaac Clemons, 40, passed away on July 26 at his home in Lorena. Loved ones surrounded him as he slipped away, and his soul went to be with the Lord. A memorial reception and visitation will be held on Saturday, August 3 from 2-5 pm at First Baptist Church in Lorena. Come prepared to share stories and memories of...

Michael Murphy Whiddon

Michael Murphy Whiddon

July 26, 2024

Michael Murphy Whiddon passed away peacefully on Friday, July 26, 2024 after a sudden illness. Mike was 73 years of age. He was surrounded by family and friends at his passing. He is at rest.

 Mike was born in Waco, Texas, to George and Janelle Whiddon. Mike spent his early years in Prairie Hill attending church and local schools. He enjoyed...