Obituaries
Recent Obituaries in Waco, TX
Tootsie Taylor
Jun 30, 2025
Our beautiful wife and mother, Tootsie Taylor, passed from this life, Monday, June 30, 2025, she is singing and rejoicing in the presence of the Lord. Family and friends are invited to gather for visitation, Thursday, July 3rd in the Garden Room at Wilkirson-Hatch-Bailey Funeral Home in Waco, beginning at 9:00 a.m., funeral service will follow at 10:00 a.m. Tootsie’s...
Wanda Sue Brooks
Jun 25, 2025
Wanda Sue Brooks, 85, passed away peacefully Wednesday, June 25, 2025. Family and friends will gather for visitation, Friday, July 4th, from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. at Wilkirson-Hatch-Bailey Funeral Home in Waco. A service celebrating Wanda’s life, her faith and her commitment to her community will be held at 10:00 a.m., Saturday, July 5th at Wilkirson-Hatch-Bailey Funeral Home. Burial...
Billy "Boo" Lynch
Jun 25, 2025
Billy (Boo) Lu Walker Lynch, 88, a native of Crawford, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, June 25, 2025, surrounded by family and friends. A beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, she will always be remembered for her kindness and her willingness to help everyone.
Family and friends will gather for visitation from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m. Sunday, June 29, 2025, at...
Shirlene Sylvia Saffle Lands
Jun 16, 2025
Shirlene Sylvia Saffle Lands, 88, a native of Waco, passed away Monday, June 16, 2025.
Family and friends will gather for visitation at 9:00 a.m. Monday, June 23, 2025, at Wilkirson-Hatch-Bailey Funeral Home, 6101 Bosque Blvd. in Waco. The funeral service will follow at 10:00 a.m. A reception will be held after the service in the Garden Room at the funeral...
Kenneth John Robinson
Jun 14, 2025
It is with the sorrow of this world, and the joy of eternity, that we announce the passing of Kenneth John Robinson, who transitioned from earth into the presence of the Heavenly Father.
Please join us for a Celebration of Life, 2:00 p.m. Sunday, June 22, 2025, at Wilkirson-Hatch-Bailey Funeral Home, 6101 Bosque Blvd., Waco, Texas. Following the service, guests are...
William S. "Bill" Martin
Jun 9, 2025
Bill Martin, 75, of Waco, died Monday, June 9, 2025, at his home.
The visitation will be at 5:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. Tuesday, June 24, at Wilkirson-Hatch-Bailey Funeral Home. The funeral service will be held at 10:00 a.m. Wednesday, June 25, at First Methodist Waco with Rev. Brandon Frenzel officiating. Burial will follow at Waco Memorial Park.
William Shelley Martin was...
Robert James Pettigrew, Sr.
Jun 8, 2025
Robert James Pettigrew, Sr., 88, passed away on Sunday, June 8, 2025, at Baylor Scott & White Medical Center – Hillcrest in Waco.
A memorial service will be held, at 1:00 p.m. Saturday, June 21, 2025, at Wilkirson-Hatch-Bailey Funeral Home Chapel, 6101 Bosque Blvd., with the Rev. Ron Durham officiating. Visitation will be held one hour prior to the service, beginning...
Elma Nora Householder
Jun 7, 2025
Elma Nora Alva Householder, affectionately known as "Nora" to friends and "Mayita" to her grandchildren and great-grandchildren, passed away at the age of 90, peacefully at home, surrounded by the love and care of her family.
A celebration of Nora's life will be held at 2:00 p.m. Sunday, July 13, 2025, at Temple Rodef Sholom with Rabbi Sabine Meyer officiating. The...
Lisa Suzanne Clay
Jun 7, 2025
Lisa Clay 63, of Waco, passed away at her home, Saturday, June 7, 2025. Lisa was a devoted mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, and friend. She was the heart of her family — a woman whose love, warmth, and generous spirit created a legacy that will live on in every life she touched.
Born to Glenda and Bobby Shirey, Lisa grew up...
Byron Landiss Graves
Jun 3, 2025
Byron Landiss Graves passed away on Tuesday, June 3, 2025, in Waco, Texas, at the age of 60.
He will lie in state from 8:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m. Thursday, June 19, 2025, at Wilkirson-Hatch-Bailey Funeral Home. A funeral service will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Friday, June 20, 2025, at New Road Church of Christ, with Alan Ritchie and...
Warren Prather Davis
May 29, 2025
Warren Prather Davis, 55, of Everett, Washington, left his earthly life Thursday, May 29, 2025.
A visitation for family and friends will be held from 4:00 p.m. until 6:00 p.m. Sunday, June 8, 2025, at Wilkirson-Hatch-Bailey Funeral Home, 6101 Bosque Blvd. in Waco. A private family service and burial will be held at a later date at Oakwood Cemetery.
Warren was born...
Lois E. Perrin
May 27, 2025
Lois Esther Perrin passed away Tuesday, May 27, 2025.
A memorial service will be held at 3:00 p.m. Saturday, June 7, 2025, in the Chapel of Wilkirson-Hatch-Bailey Funeral Home, located at 6101 Bosque Boulevard, Waco, Texas 76710. Pastor Irenka Vlajnic and the Reverend Missy Balusek will officiate the service. A reception for those in attendance will follow in the Garden Room...
Sharon Marie Suttle
May 24, 2025
Sharon McGee Suttle went to be with the Lord Saturday, May 24th, 2025.
A memorial service to celebrate Sharon’s life will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, June 7, 2025, at Prairie Hill Baptist Church in Prairie Hill, Texas. Visitation for friends and family will be from 5:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. Friday, June 6, with the rosary recited at...
Philip Phelps
May 24, 2025
Philip Phelps passed away unexpectedly on May 24, 2025, in Woodway, Texas, at the age of 48. He was a beloved son, brother, father, uncle, partner, and friend—known for his strength, deep soul, and the quiet kindness he extended to those fortunate enough to truly know him.
A Celebration of Life will be held in his honor from 1:00 p.m. until...
Marvin Wilbert Paar
May 23, 2025
Marvin Wilbert Paar, a beloved brother-in-law and uncle, passed away Friday morning, May 23, 2025, at Royal Manor Rehabilitation and Healthcare, at the age of 86.
Graveside services will be held at 10:00 a.m. Wednesday, June 4, 2025, at Waco Memorial Park, with Pastor Peter C. Kolb officiating. Marvin will rest in state at Wilkirson-Hatch-Bailey Funeral Home from 8:00 a.m. to...
Weldon W. Walker
May 21, 2025
Weldon Walker, beloved husband, devoted father and grandfather, loyal friend, generous mentor, and man of God, went to be with his Lord and Savior on Wednesday, May 21, 2025.
Visitation will begin at 1:00 p.m., Saturday, May 31, at First Methodist Waco, 4901 Cobbs Dr., followed by the funeral service at 2 p.m. For those who wish to pay their respects,...
Sharon Yuvonne Shaver
May 17, 2025
Sharon Yuvonne Shaver, born March 20, 1940, in a rural farmhouse owned by her grandparents in Furnas County, Nebraska, was the third oldest of eleven children. She passed from this world Saturday, May 17, 2025, leaving behind many of the things she lovingly collected over the years—including porcelain dolls, bunny rabbits, dishes, brooches (which she wore to church every Sunday),...
Carol Joan (Westerfeld) Cox
May 16, 2025
Carol Joan (Westerfeld) Cox, of McGregor, passed away early Friday morning, May 16, 2025, at the age of 83. Visitation will be held from 1 to 2 P.M. Wednesday, May 21, 2025, in the Chapel of Wilkirson -Hatch-Bailey Funeral Home, 6101 Bosque Blvd., Waco, Texas 76710. The funeral service will immediately follow with Chaplain Berry Miller officiating. Interment will follow...
Jon Woodward Spelman
May 13, 2025
Jon Woodward Spelman, 85, passed away Tuesday, May 13, 2025, at Ascension Providence Hospital in Waco, Texas.
A Celebration of Life will be held at 11:00 a.m. Monday, May 19, at First Methodist Church of Waco on Cobbs Drive. Visitation will be held from 3:00 p.m. until 5:00 p.m. Sunday, May 18, at Wilkirson-Hatch-Bailey Funeral Home.
Jon was born in Chicago, Illinois,...
Dr. George Ken-Hsi Wang
May 9, 2025
George Ken-Hsi Wang, 90, passed away on May 9, 2025, surrounded by loved ones. We are grateful to God for the excellent care provided by the physicians, nurses, staff, and all who entered his hospital room.
A private family celebration of his life will be held at a future date.
George was born in a small village near Shanghai, China. He earned...
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