Obituaries
Obituaries
Obituaries for Waco, TX. and surrounding areas
Robert Kirkwood Landon
February 14, 2026
Robert Kirkwood Landon went home to be with his Lord & Savior, Jesus Christ, on February 14, 2026, after a long hard-fought battle with Parkinsons & Alzheimer’s. A Celebration of His life, with reception of his military honors will be held from 2-4pm. on Saturday, February 21, 2026, at Grace Gardens Funeral Home.
Bob was born June 28,1943 in Kansas City,...
Bill Spivey
February 15, 2026
Bill Spivey of Lorena, Texas, fondly known as “Uncle Bill” – and lovingly called Papa by his grandchildren – passed away peacefully surrounded by family the evening of Sunday, February 15, 2026, in Waco, Texas, at the age of 76. Born on December 19, 1949, in Waco, Texas, Bill was and will forever be cherished and be a significant part...
Patricia Sharon Kolm
February 8, 2026
Patricia Sharon Kolm, fondly known as “Pat” — and lovingly called Nana by her grandchildren — passed away peacefully on February 8, 2026, in Waco, Texas, at the age of 84. Born on May 12, 1941, in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, Pat was a cherished and steady presence in the lives of all who knew her. She lived a life devoted to...
Nancy Jackson
February 7, 2026
Nancy Ferrin Jackson was born on September 30, 1948, in Pratt, Kansas, to Virginia “Honey” and Eugene Ferrin. She was preceded in death by her older brother and sister-in-law, Eugene “Butch” and Ruth Ann Ferrin, and her younger brother, Mike Ferrin. She passed away on February 7, 2026, with her husband, David Michael Jackson by her side.
Nancy graduated from the...
Virginia Scott
February 17, 2026
Virginia Scott passed away peacefully Tuesday, February 17 at her home in Crawford surrounded by her loving family. Graveside services will be held Saturday, February 21st, 11am at St. Paul Lutheran Cemetery in Crawford.She was born Carrie Virginia Alexander on August 5, 1934, on the family farm near Moody, Texas to her loving parents Jack and Maude (England) Alexander but...
Callie Ann Bright
February 13, 2026
Callie Ann Bright passed away on February 13, 2026, at Baylor Scott & White Hillcrest Hospital.Graveside services will be held at Old Sarepta Missionary Baptist Church in Sarepta, Louisiana, on Friday, February 20, 2026, at 12:00 noon. The service will be followed by a family visitation in the church Fellowship Hall.She was born on December 22, 1950, in Delhi, Louisiana,...
Jimmie Blanche Woodruff
February 11, 2026
Jimmie Blanche Woodruff, a beloved educator and cherished member of her family, passed away peacefully on February 11, 2026 in McGregor, Texas, surrounded by her loved ones. Born on August 5, 1929, in Roby, Texas, Jimmie lived a life full of joy, gratefulness, and happiness, always showing love and kindness to her friends and family.
Jimmie dedicated 33 years of her...
Guadalupe Lara
February 10, 2026
Guadalupe Lara Rodriguez, age 90, of Waco, Texas, passed away on February 10, 2026. She was born on April 14, 1935, in Múzquiz, Coahuila, Mexico.
To her family and friends, she was lovingly known as Pita. Pita lived a life full of love, creativity, and devotion to her family. In her youth, she was a professional swimmer, a testament to her...
Terry Clayton Smith
February 9, 2026
Terry Clayton Smith, affectionately known to many as “Gilligan,” passed away unexpectedly on February 9, 2026, at the age of 69. Born on August 15, 1956, in Richmond, Texas, Terry’s larger-than-life personality and warm heart touched the lives of everyone fortunate enough to know him.
Growing up in Richmond, he attended Temple High School, where he began to forge his path...
Richard Oneal Peeples
February 8, 2026
Richard Oneal Peeples, lovingly known as Ricky, was born on December 4, 1944, in Drew, Mississippi. He passed away peacefully in Gatesville, Texas, on February 8, 2026, leaving behind a legacy of laughter, hard work, and cherished memories.
Richard dedicated over forty years to his craft, proudly owning and operating Peeples Drywall and Insulation Company, where his expertise and commitment shone...
James Thomas Smith Sr.
February 7, 2026
James Thomas Smith went to be with his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on 7 February 2026. A visitation in his honor will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Monday, February 16, 2026, at Grace Gardens Funeral Home. A funeral service will follow at 12:00 p.m., with burial at Waco Memorial Park.
He was born 11 February 1941 in Blanco, Texas,...
Danson Arlan Henry
February 3, 2026
Danson Arlan Henry, fondly known as Dan, was born on March 23, 1958, in Beaumont, Texas. He walked this earth with a gentle spirit and a heart full of love until his passing on February 3, 2026, in Hewitt, Texas. Surrounded by the warmth of his loving family, Dan left this world peacefully, embodying the strength and independence he cherished...
Gayle Berotte
February 2, 2026
Gayle Berotte, 71, of Waco, Texas, peacefully entered eternal rest on Monday, February 2, 2026. She was born on July 16, 1954, in Los Angeles, California, to the late Jay D. Somerville and Mattie Lee Somerville, who both preceded her in death.
At an early age, Gayle accepted Jesus Christ as her Lord and Savior and faithfully walked in her Christian...
Erick Skooter Hartwig
February 2, 2026
Erick "Skooter" Hartwig, born on March 27, 1990, in McKinney, Texas, left this world unexpectedly on February 2, 2026, in Waco, Texas. He was a beloved son, a treasured brother, and an affectionate friend whose loving spirit embraced all who had the privilege to know him.
Skooter enjoyed landscaping and construction, working in the communities of Dallas and Waco. Known for...
Mary Alice Wagenschein
February 1, 2026
Mary Alice Parsons Wagenschein, 88, of Waco, Texas, went home to her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, surrounded by loved ones.
Mary Alice was born on January 1, 1938, in Marlin, Texas, to Marian Alice Springfield Parsons and Chris C. Parsons. She was raised in a close-knit family, the youngest of three children. She was preceded in death by her beloved...
Joseph Weldon Bailey, Jr
January 30, 2026
Joe was born May 4, 1938 in Houston, Texas to Joseph Weldon Bailey and Ruby Permenter Bailey. He moved to Tyler in 1946 and graduated from Tyler High School in
1956. He received his BBA from Baylor University in 1960.
Joe worked for Southwestern Bell Telephone Co. in Houston, Austin, and St. Louis.
He worked for General Telephone & Electronics in San Angelo...
John Callin
January 25, 2026
John K. Callin, age 78, of Valley Mills, Texas, passed away on January 25, 2026.
He is survived by his wife of 57 years, Rumiko Callin; his daughter, Cheryl; and his beloved grandchildren, Alexandria, McKinley, Arwen, and Giavanna. He was also a cherished great-grandfather to Maisy, a role that brought him immense joy and pride. John was preceded in death by...
Carolyn Mae Scott
January 24, 2026
Carolyn Mae (Hennig) Scott was born May 11, 1938, in Coryell City to August Herbert and Agnes Lillian (Mueller) Hennig. She was baptized and confirmed in the Lutheran faith at St. John Lutheran Church in Coryell City.
She married her High School sweetheart, Clarence Scott on December 8, 1956, at St. John Lutheran Church.
After marriage she became a member of St....
Brandon Benavidez
January 23, 2026
Brandon Joseph Benavidez, 26, passed away at his home, on January 23, 2026, following a courageous and hard-fought battle with colorectal cancer. A memorial visitation in his honor will be at 1:00pm, Saturday, February 7, 2026 at Grace Gardens Funeral Home with a memorial service following at 2:00pm.
Brandon was born on November 29, 1999, in Waco, Texas. He grew up...
Wanda Joyce Farwell
January 21, 2026
Wanda Joyce Farwell, a gifted teacher, devoted mother, and passionate advocate for the arts, passed away on January 21, 2026, in Waco, Texas, at the age of 91.
Born on September 27, 1934, in Little Axe, Oklahoma, Joyce spent her early years there before her family moved to Norman, Oklahoma. She completed high school in Norman and began what would become...
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