Obituaries
Obituaries
Obituaries for Waco, TX. and surrounding areas
Sandra Sheak
Nov 17, 2024
Sandra Sheak, 82, beloved wife, mother & nana, was called to her eternal resting place on November 17, 2024. She entered this world on June 28, 1942 in Hudson, NY, born to Joseph and Julia Witko.
She is survived by her loving husband of 60 years John Sheak, daughters JC Sheak, Jennifer Kinsey and husband Darwin, grandchildren Cody Sheak and Kendall...
Lyndon Lynch
Nov 17, 2024
Albert Lyndon Lynch, 83, of Crawford, passed away on Sunday, November 17, 2024 in the Hope Unit at Sunset Home in Clifton, Texas.
Lyndon was born on September 3, 1941 in Waco, Texas to Frank Ross Lynch and Catherine Corneille (Alexander) Lynch. He married his high school sweetheart, Margie Nathelle Merritt, on July 20, 1963 in Crawford, and they spent nearly...
Ann Marie Sefcik
Nov 13, 2024
Ann Marie Sefcik peacefully passed away Wednesday, November 13, 2024, in Temple, Texas surrounded by family.
The Funeral Mass will be Wednesday, November 27, 2024, beginning at 10am at St. Jeromes Catholic Church in Waco, Texas. A time of visitation with family and friends will be the night prior to the service Tuesday, November 26 from 5 – 7pm at Grace...
Joan Botts
Nov 7, 2024
After 99 years on Earth, Martha Joan (Bilyeu) Botts went to be with the Lord on November 7, 2024. Joan, (pronounced Jo-Ann) as she was called all of her life, lived a rich life, loved the Lord and loved her family. She will be missed terribly but we are comforted in the fact that she has joined our father and...
Jeanette Jean Bennett
Nov 6, 2024
Jeanette Dieterich Bennett, 85, beloved Mother, Granny, and Great Grandmother, was called to her eternal resting place in Heaven on November 6, 2024.
On March 16, 1939, a girl was born in the home of Leo and Meta Dieterich in Riesel, Texas, whom they named Jeanette Jean. Jeanette attended Trinity Lutheran school for eight years. She entered Riesel High School as...
William "Bill" Forshage
Nov 5, 2024
William "Bill” Forshage 79, loving husband, father, and papas, was called home to Heaven on November 5, 2024.
Bill was born in Blackpool, England on December 13, 1945 to Willam and Veronica Forshage. He was raised in San Antonio, Texas. Bill was a hard-working, dedicated family man, who loved his family dearly. Bill was a proud veteran of the Vietnam war...
Dell Shields
Nov 4, 2024
Dell Marie (Van Cleve) Shields of Woodway, TX passed away peacefully on November 4, 2024, with her devoted husband, Garvis, of 64 years by her side.
Dell was born in Houston, TX to E.C. and Major Van Cleve on October 18, 1939. Shortly thereafter they moved to the family ranch in Zavala County where she attended school in Crystal City. She...
Kathryn "Kat" Oliver
Nov 3, 2024
Kathyrn “Kat” Lynn Oliver, beloved daughter, sister, and friend, passed away peacefully on Sunday, November 3rd, 2024, at UT Southwestern, after a two-year faith-filled battle with cancer. A memorial visitation in honor of Kathy will take place Saturday, November 23, 2024 from 5:00pm to 7:00pm at Grace Gardens Funeral Home.
Born on November 6, 1958, in Waco, Texas, Kathy’s radiant spirit...
Kay Marie Sparks
Nov 2, 2024
Kay Marie Sparks, the widow of Ralph L. Sparks, passed away on November 2nd, in her Waco home.
Born to Violette May and David Kayle Phillips, Kay moved with her parents and two siblings to Waco from Akron, Ohio in 1946 at the age of 3 when her father was transferred to General Tire and Rubber Co.
Kay committed to her Christian...
Kris Radcliffe
Oct 30, 2024
Kris Michael Radcliffe, beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle and friend, passed away on Oct. 30, 2024, in Waco, Texas, at the age of 51. Born on Nov. 20, 1972, in Redondo Beach, California, Kris lived a life filled with love, dedication, integrity, and hard work.
Kris developed a deep love for sports, especially baseball, early on. His father was a...
Donald Ray Anderson
Oct 30, 2024
Donald Ray Anderson, 84, passed away peacefully on October 30, 2024, in Waco, Texas, holding his daughter’s hand. A devoted husband, father, Papa, uncle, friend, and the beloved "Mr. A," he leaves a legacy of love and kindness. As he entered eternal rest, we are certain he heard the words, "Well done, my faithful servant."
Visitation will be held on Sunday,...
Dustin Sean Roliard
Oct 28, 2024
Dustin Sean Roliard passed away on Monday morning at 9:00 am, October 28, 2024 at Scott and White Hospital in Temple, Texas. Visitation will be 6:00-8:00 pm, Friday, November 1 at Grace Gardens Funeral Home. Funeral Service will be 2:00 pm, Saturday, November 2 at First Baptist Moody, 300 Avenue E, in Moody. Burial will follow at Old Perry Cemetery...
Mary Lucas
Oct 28, 2024
Mary Ruby Lucas, 92, passed away peacefully Monday, October 28 2024. She was born December 30, 1931, in Saint Albans, West Virginia. She is preceded in death by husband Leslie Lucas, mother Rheba King, daughter Bobbi Carver, and grandson Lesley Bozeman. She is survived by three children, 10 grandchildren, 37 great-grandchildren, and 36 great-great-grandchildren. The family request in lieu of...
James Allen Shafer
Oct 27, 2024
James Allen Shafer, born on February 23, 1990, in Waco, TX, left us far too soon on October 27, 2024. Known for his kind heart and joyful spirit, James made friends wherever he went. He lived the life of a simple man and was proud of it, finding joy and beauty in all things nature and embracing life’s everyday moments.
James...
Hilda Crain
Oct 26, 2024
Hilda Lou Crain, 84, passed away peacefully at her home in Hewitt, Tx on Saturday, October 26, 2024, surrounded by her loving family. Services for Hilda will take place at Starbuck Funeral Home in Merkel, Texas on Saturday, November 16, 2024, at 12pm. A time of visitation with friends and family will be from 10am – 12 pm prior to...
Dr. Michael B. Frisch
Oct 26, 2024
On Saturday October 26, 2024, Dr. Michael Burns Frisch, a loving father, husband friend and teacher, passed away at age 69. Mike was born on June 3, 1955 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin to Mary Frances Burns and Robert Michael Frisch. He graduated from Marquette University High School in 1973, where he excelled academically and played basketball under renown coach Rick Majerus....
Grayson Shane Burns
Oct 24, 2024
With tremendous love and deep sorrow, we announce the passing of Grayson Shane Burns, beloved son of Alyssa and Shane Burns. Born on August 21, 2024, at 7:29 p.m., Grayson entered the world, exceeding all dreams of how perfect he could be, weighing a mighty 4 pounds, 11 ounces, and measuring 18.5 inches long.
In the months leading up to his...
Ralph Lee Sparks
Oct 24, 2024
Ralph Lee Sparks, born on May 25, 1941, in Waco, TX, to Wallace Herschel Sparks and Francis Lillian, passed away on October 24, 2024. A passionate musician and devoted family man, Ralph has now found peace with his Lord and Savior, free from pain and suffering.
Ralph was diagnosed with myelofibrosis in 2021 and valiantly fought the good fight until his...
Raymond Terrill King
Oct 23, 2024
Raymond Terrill King, 77, of Hewitt, TX, passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, October 23, 2024, in Waco,TX. Terrill was born on January 6,1947, at Fort Lewis, Washington, to Raymond F. King and Greta Traylor King.
He graduated from Robert E. Lee High School in Midland, Tx in 1966 and attended St. Mary’s University.
On January 3, 1981, he married Esther Cummings at...
Jose Ybarra
Oct 23, 2024
Jose “Papo” Estevan Ybarra passed away on Wednesday, October 23, 2024, in Waco, Texas. Services will take place at Grace Gardens Funeral Home on Saturday, November 2, 2024, beginning at 11 am, a time of visitation with family and friends will take place the hour prior to the service.
Jose was born on February 3, 1964, in Lubbock, TX to Porfirio...
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