Obituaries

February 16, 2024

George Wayne Mayfield passed from this life to his Heavenly home February 16, 2024 at Waco, Texas. George was born December 22, 1936 at Mineral Wells, Texas, the oldest of six children born to the late William Wayne Mayfield and Mary Elizabeth Gregory Mayfield.

He was reared in Stamford, Texas, where he was involved in farming and...

February 15, 2024

After a tremendously hard fought battle against cancer, William E. Mosley was welcomed home by Jesus on Feb 15, 2024.  He was surrounded by his loving family.

Visitation will be held at Grace Gardens Funeral Home in Woodway, Texas on Saturday, February 24, 2024 at 1:00 p.m. followed by a Celebration of Life at 2:00 p.m.

February 15, 2024

Gertha Ann Sissell, 85, passed away Thursday, February 15, 2024. Ann was born July 15, 1938 in Woodlake, Texas to William and Viva Rasbeary. She worked at MHMR for 20 years and retired in 2021. Ann enjoyed gardening, reading, crocheting, and spending time with her great grandchildren.

Ann is survived by her daughter and son-in-law, Sandra and...

February 13, 2024

Lawrence J. Garcia, of Woodway passed on February 13, 2024. A visitation and celebration of life will take place Sunday, March 3, 2024 at Grace Gardens Funeral Home in Woodway, Texas from 2-4 pm.

Larry was born on April 27, 1963 in Evreux, France, while his family was living abroad as his father, Pedro Z. Garcia who...

February 13, 2024

Patricia Lynne Hanlin, beloved aunt and sister, passed away peacefully on February 13, 2024 with her niece Terri by her side.

Lynne was born December 18, 1946 in Houston, TX to Harold & Katie Prather. She married Walter Hanlin on October 20, 1973 and the pair were married just shy of 46 years before his passing in...

February 13, 2024

Mary Sue (Patterson) McCrary, 87, went to be with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on February 13, 2023. Funeral Services will be at 1:00 pm, Tuesday, February 20, 2024, at Grace Gardens Funeral Home, with Pastor Ken Riley officiating. Following the service Mary will be laid to rest at Oakwood Cemetery next to the love of her life,...

February 12, 2024

Albert Eugene Maddox, 77, of Waco, Texas, passed away on February 12, 2024. He was born on November 29, 1946, in Marion, Indiana, to Juanita Bailey and George Maddox. Albert was a hard worker and a fun-loving individual. He dedicated over 40 years of his life to Owens-Brockway in Streator, Illinois, where he retired from. Albert's commitment and dedication...

February 11, 2024

James (Jim) Alexander Purdy, 84, of Woodway TX, passed away Sunday, February 11, 2024.

Jim was born on December 15, 1939 in Ravenswood, WV to Juanita and Walter Purdy.  Upon graduating from Greenbrier Military School in Lewisburg, WV, Jim entered the Corps of Cadets at Virginia Polytechnic Institute & State University (VPI) in Blacksburg, VA.  While at...

February 11, 2024

Shirley Ann Lewis passed away peacefully on February 11, 2024. A visitation will be Tuesday, February 13, 2024 from 5 to 7pm at Grace Gardens Funeral Home. A funeral service will be at 11:00am, Wednesday, February 14, 2024 at Grace Gardens Funeral Home.

Shirley was born on April 7, 1939, to Benjamin Franklin Gierth and Mabel Gierth....

February 10, 2024

Doris Ruth (Stone) Buck passed away early Saturday morning, February 10, 2024, following a fall and a brief illness. A graveside memorial service and inurnment will be 2:00 pm. Saturday, February 17, 2024 at McGregor Cemetery with Mark Abbe officiating, under the direction of Grace Gardens Funeral Home, 8220 Woodway Dr., Waco.

Doris was born on March...

February 9, 2024

Garrett Bond Robbins of Woodway, Texas entered his heavenly home peacefully in his sleep on February 9th, 2024. Garrett was born on November 9th, 1992 to John and Gaybeth Robbins in Georgetown, Texas. As a child, Garrett loved to read, skateboard, ride his bike, and play with his brothers, Robby and Travis. In high school, Garrett participated in FFA,...

February 6, 2024

Mark Anthony Lopez, Jr., known for his endearing personality and kindhearted nature passed away on February 6, 2024. Born on April 11, 1991, in Waco, Texas, Mark brought joy and laughter to the lives of all those who were fortunate enough to know him.

Mark attended AJ Moore School during his formative years. It was during this...

February 3, 2024

On 3 February 2024, Marilyn Mae Smith, 81 years old, went to be with the Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ.  Funeral Service will be 1:00 pm, Saturday, February 10, 2024 at Grace Gardens Funeral Home, Dr. Joe Bailey will officate..  Interment will be at Waco Memorial Park with Military Honors.  A Visitation with the family will be 5:00 -...

February 1, 2024

Pam Deiterman Kerbs passed away suddenly February 1, 2024. A Graveside Service will be 10am, Saturday, February 10, 2024 at Lorena Cemetery.  A Visitation with the family will be 6-8 pm, Friday, February 9th at Grace Gardens Funeral Home.

Pam was born November 24th 1948, in Waco. She attended St. Mary's Catholic School and was one of...

February 1, 2024

Helen J Hardeman Bronaugh Flowers passed away  on February 1, 2024 with her daughters at her side .   A memorial service will be held at a later date when the many family members can gather.

Helen was born December 10, 1928 in Delia, Texas to W.K. Hardeman and Sally Knox Hardeman.  She graduated from Prairie Hill High...

January 30, 2024

Ethel Williford, of Waco, passed away peacefully on January 30, 2024 at the age of 97 surrounded by her family.  A Memorial Service in her honor will be at 2:00pm, February 10, 2024 at First Baptist Church of Comanche. Ethelene Gamble was born on October 6, 1926 in Jefferson County, Alabama to June and Blanche Gamble.  She was the...

January 28, 2024

It is with a heavy heart that we announce David Eugene Lippe, age 74, of Woodway, TX died peacefully at his home on January 28, 2024.  A visitation with family has been scheduled for 1:00pm on Sunday, February 4th, followed directly by a memorial service at Grace Garden Funeral Home in Waco, TX.  The inurnment, accompanied by military honors,...

January 28, 2024

Vi Lammert passed away peacefully on Jan 28th, 2024.  Visitation will be 10:00 am, Wednesday, January 31st, in the fellowship hall of Zion Lutheran Church, 1126 W 6th St., McGregor Tx followed by a memorial service at 11:00 am.  Private inurnment will be at a later date in the McGregor Cemetery.

Vi was born Feb 25, 1926...

January 26, 2024

Kathleen Louise Silva, lovingly known as Kathe, passed away peacefully on January 26, 2024. A memorial service to honor Kathleen's remarkable life will take place 11:00am on February 10, 2024, at Grace Gardens Funeral Home in Waco.

She was born on August 17, 1949, in Harrison, Arkansas. Kathe touched the lives of those around her with her...

January 25, 2024

Allan Edgar Brueckner “AL”, age 74, of Lorena, Texas went to be with the Lord, Thursday, January 25,2024. Allan was born in Queen’s, New York to Alfred H. Brueckner and Doris G. Brueckner on April 19,1949.

Allan was an amazing man, with many traits and talents. Allan joined the United States Navy in June of 1968. He...