Obituaries
Obituaries
Obituaries for Waco, TX. and surrounding areas
Richard Temple
December 14, 2025
Richard Anthony "Ratman" Temple, a decorated U.S. Army veteran with 20 years of service and a devoted Harley Davidson enthusiast, passed away on December 14, 2025, in Waco, Texas, at the age of 67. He was born on February 3, 1958, in Brooklyn, New York.
He is survived by his three daughters, Jessie Hague, Heather Temple-Papson, and Christina Rahrig (and her...
Nancy Emily Balch
December 14, 2025
Nancy Emily Balch, born on December 19, 1937, in Tokio, Texas, passed away peacefully on December 14, 2025, in West, Texas. She was a devoted wife, caring sister, and cherished aunt, whose legacy of kindness and compassion will remain deeply etched in the hearts of those who knew her.
Nancy graduated from West High School in 1957, and continued her education...
James Stanley Chasteen
December 13, 2025
Dedicated husband, father, grandfather, brother, and uncle James Stanley “Jim” Chasteen passed away in Waco, Texas on December 13, 2025, at the age of 80. Jim's life was marked by his dedication to his family, quiet selflessness, strong work ethic, and love for the waters of the Texas Gulf Coast.
Jim was born on September 27, 1945, to Edith (Eacret) Chasteen...
Joseph Champlin
December 12, 2025
Joseph “Joe” Champlin, 61, passed away on Friday evening, December 12, 2025, he was able to walk his daughter Rachel down the aisle on December 6, 2025 and unexpectedly passed 6 days later enroute to BSW ER, Waco, Texas. Joe was born on June 14, 1964, in Long Beach, California. He was raised primarily in Connecticut, where he developed early...
Judy Burns
December 11, 2025
Judy Ann Allison Burns, a devoted mom, dearly beloved “Gram,” loyal sister and cousin, dedicated educator, and loving wife passed away peacefully on December 11, 2025, surrounded by her family. She leaves behind a legacy of love, faith, learning, friendship, and support that enriched the lives of all who knew her. A memorial visitation in her honor will be at...
Induben Patel
December 11, 2025
Induben Manubhai Patel was born on October 16, 1931, in Ambheti, India. She married Manubhai Naranji Patel on March 13, 1947. In 1959, Induben and Manubhai moved to England, where they raised their children-Damyantiben, Rameshbhai, and Elaben.
In 1973, the family immigrated to the United States, settling first in San Francisco, where they purchased their first motel. Their journey later took...
Mike Holman
December 11, 2025
William Michael Holman was born on March 24, 1955, and went home to Jesus on December 11, 2025. A Celebration of Life will be held on January 3, 2026, at First Woodway Baptist Church at 2:00 p.m. with a visitation beginning at 1:00 p.m.
Born in Longview, Texas, to Bill and Bobbie Holman, Mike grew up alongside big sister, Nancy, in...
Leonidas Summerville
December 9, 2025
Beautiful Little baby, Leonidas Summerville, passed sometime in mommies tummy between Dec. 7th and Dec. 9th 2025. He was born Tuesday Dec. 9th 2025, at 9:47am. Leo had weight in this world; 3lbs 13oz to be exact and a whopping 18 inches long. With chuncky cheeks, all his fingers and toes, his beauty had been unremarkable.
Leonidas (Leo) is the son...
Frank Porreco
December 9, 2025
Frank Anthony Porreco, 72, of China Spring, Texas, passed away on the morning of December 9, 2025, at Providence Hospice. Frank was born on December 29, 1952, in Akron, Ohio, to parents Peter Angelo Porreco and Sherry Joyce Porreco. He was a devoted husband to Deborah Porreco and a loving father to Melissa and Frank.
Frank was a hard-working and dedicated...
Service of Remembrance
December 9, 2025
The staff of Grace Gardens Funeral Home thanks you for tuning in to our Ninth Annual Remembrance Service. We understand that Christmas can be a difficult time. Our sincere hope is that this event of sharing will make the Holiday Season lighter.
Rosanna Hale
December 8, 2025
Rosanna Lee “Sissy” Hale, 57,
passed away at her home on December 8, 2025, after a battle with cancer, surrounded by her family.
Sissy was born on March 21, 1968, to Arland and Faith Thompson of McGregor, Texas, both of whom preceded her in death. She was also preceded in death by her brother, Dale Thompson of McGregor.
She is survived by her...
Dian Taylor
December 7, 2025
Dian stepped into her Lord’s presence on December 7, 2025, at 10:45pm, at Ascension Providence Hospice.
Her “Celebration of Life” service will be at Grace Gardens in Woodway, TX, on December 13 at 3:30pm, followed by a time of fellowship concluding the service.
She was born Diana Bernice Davis on October 23, 1942, in Abilene, TX.
She initially lived on her grandparents’ farm...
Apache
December 6, 2025
Raymond Rivera Perez, Sr., a steadfast figure in the lives of many, passed away on December 6, 2025, in Waco, Texas, at the age of 81. Born on May 4, 1944, in Calvert, Texas, Raymond dedicated over forty years of his life to a career as an asphalt layer.
Raymond’s journey began with his education in trade, specifically to become a...
Oyekunle Oyeniyi Araoye
December 5, 2025
This memorial website was created in memory of our loved one, Oyekunle Araoye. We are grateful for God’s faithfulness in his life, the grace to know Christ, and privilege to serve in the vineyard of God. He was a loving father, husband, and shepherd who did good to all that came his way. He will be missed and remembered forever.
https://Kunlearaoye.forevermissed.com
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Edward Kampermann
December 1, 2025
Edward (Ed) Kampermann, Jr., passed away on December 1, 2025, following a brief illness. He was 89 years old.
Ed was born on July 25, 1936, in Brooklyn, New York, to Edward Kamperman and Helen (Connally) Kamperman. He attended both primary and secondary school in Brooklyn. Upon his graduation from high school in 1954, he joined the U.S. Marine Corp, where...
Jean Hatton
November 30, 2025
Jean Elverum Hatton was born in Fairbault Minnesota, on May 7, 1938, and died on November 30th, 2025, in Lorena, Texas at the age of 87 after a courageous battle with cancer. Survived by beloved husband of 62 years, Christian Phillip Hatton; sons she was so proud of, Jeffrey Christian Hatton and Peter Phillip Hatton; daughters-in-law, Nancy Bell Hatton and...
Cody Wayne Ainsworth
November 30, 2025
He passed away unexpectedly. He is survived by his wife, children, bonus children, grandchildren, and extended family members. Arrangements are pending.
Mary Alene Whitley
November 30, 2025
Mary Alene Whitley, beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, and cherished member of the McGregor community, passed away on November 30, 2025, in McGregor, Texas. She was born on July 12, 1945, in Hamilton, Texas, to James and Estell Fellers.
A dedicated educator, Mary devoted a significant portion of her life to shaping young minds as a third-grade teacher at McGregor. Her...
Richard "Scott" Crawford
November 27, 2025
Richard "Scott" Crawford, born on December 9, 1980, in Lubbock, Texas, passed away on November 27, 2025, in Waco, Texas. A beloved brother, Scott was known for his outgoing, loving, and free-spirited personality. He had an innate ability to nurture those around him, often taking the time to uplift and inspire his friends and family.
Scott graduated from Levelland High School,...
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