Obituaries

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...

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...

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....

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...

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...

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...

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...

Oct 21, 2024

John Paul Hambrick Age 60 of Whitney, Texas passed away on Monday, October 21, 2024. Funeral Service will be 10 am, Wednesday, October 30, 2024 at Grace Gardens Funeral Home, with Police Honors. Burial will be 3pm, Wednesday, October 30, 2024 at Central Texas State Veterans Cemetery in Killeen with Army Honors. A visitation with the family will be 5-7...

Oct 21, 2024

Rebecca Ann Fitch, born on June 16, 1944, in Dallas, Texas, passed away peacefully on October 21 2024, in Waco, Texas. Rebecca was raised in Gatesville, Texas surrounded by her extended family, and was a graduate of Gatesville High School. She dedicated her life to her career as an Escrow Officer at Home Abstract and Title, in Waco, where she...

Oct 21, 2024

Betty Ann Slaughter, age 86, passed away peacefully in the early morning of October 21, 2024, at her home in Crawford, Texas. She was lovingly known as wife, momma, Meme, Bet or Betty. There will forever be a void in our hearts that can never be replaced.

On January 12, 1938, in Andrews, Texas, Addie and Charles Travis were blessed with...

Oct 19, 2024

“Patty” Earline Garcia, 67, of Waco, Texas passed away Saturday, October 19, 2024, in Waco, Texas. A celebration of Patty’s life will take place Saturday, October 26, 2024, beginning at 1:30pm at Grace Gardens with Avaristo Garcia officiating. A time of visitation with family and friends will be the hour prior to the service from 12:30 – 1:30pm.

Patty was born...

Oct 18, 2024

Linda Fay Hardy, 79, of Waco, Texas passed away Friday morning October 18, 2024, in Waco, Texas.

Linda was born on March 10, 1945, in Paris, Texas to the late George and Neva Jenkins.

Linda was a loving and caring mom and grandmother.

Linda is preceded in death by her parents, George and Neva Jenkins, brothers, George W. Jenkins and Billy Jinkins and...

Oct 16, 2024

Lana Kaye Bento, 55, peacefully departed her worldly home in Hewitt, Texas and went home to be with the LORD on October 16, 2024. The family will lay her to rest at Rosemound Cemetery, Friday, October 25, 2024 at 10am. There will be a Celebration of her life at noon, Friday, October 25, 2024 at First Baptist Church Lorena with...

Oct 12, 2024

George Dewey Gilmore, Jr. formerly of Helena passed away peacefully on October 12, 2024. He was born on April 16, 1928 to Edith Young Lynn and George Dewey Gilmore in New Iberia, LAHe is preceded in death by his wife, Thelma G. Gilmore and son, George Dewey Gilmore, III.He is survived by his sons Michael Gary and wife Linda Gilmore,...

Oct 11, 2024

Oct 9, 2024

Paxton Lehi Chaney, Sr. was called home on Wednesday, October 9, 2024. A time of visitation with family and friends will take place on Tuesday, October 15, 2024, from 10 am – 12 pm at Grace Gardens Funeral Home.

Paxton was born in Temple, Texas on August 29, 1985, to Phil and Gayla Chaney. Paxton excelled in school and at the...

Oct 8, 2024

Hartley Lynn Farmer, born on Saturday October 5th, 2024, went to be with her Heavenly Father while lying in her parent’s arms at McLane Children’s Center in Temple, Texas on Tuesday, October 8th, 2024. Hartley weighed 8 pounds 8 ounces and was 21 inches long. 

Hartley’s family was blessed with her presence for three days before she went to be with...

Oct 8, 2024

Tammy Lynne Massirer, a beloved wife, mother, Nana, sister, and friend, passed away peacefully on October 8, 2024, after a courageous 12+ year-long battle against cancer. Beloved family and friends surrounded Tammy as she entered her eternal rest with her Savior, Jesus Christ.

Tammy was born on November 4, 1964, in Waco, TX to Quentin and Bert Ann Haug. She graduated...

Oct 5, 2024

Keith William Brunson, Beloved son and brother passed away unexpectedly on the morning of October 5, 2024, at the age of 45. A memorial service will be held at 10:00 a.m., Friday, October 11th at First Methodist Church Waco with a reception in the chapel immediately following the service. Pastor Brandon Frenzel will be officiating.

Keith was born on August 24,...

Oct 3, 2024

Kenneth John (Ken) Silva died Thursday, October 3, 2024 in Waco, Texas at the age of 75.

Ken was born in Los Angeles, California on October 23, 1948 in Pico Rivera, Los Angeles County, California. Ken was the eldest son of Nate Silva and Nellie Lopez Silva. He spent the first 70 years of his life living and working in the...