Recent Obituaries in Waco, TX

Bessie Lucille Martin

Apr 17, 2023

We are sad to announce the death of Bessie Martin, 80, of Woodway. She passed away Monday, April 17, 2023, at Ascension Providence Hospital, surrounded by her family.

A memorial service will be held at 10:00 a.m., Wednesday, April 26, at Wilkirson-Hatch-Bailey Funeral Home.

Bessie was born January 24, 1943, in...

Ruby R. Watkins

Apr 16, 2023

Ruby Ray Williamson Watkins, 95, went to be home with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ Sunday, April 16, 2023.

A funeral will be at 10:oo a.m. Tuesday, April 25, at Wilkirson-Hatch-Bailey Funeral Home, with Pastor Joey Crenshaw officiating. Visitation will be from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. Monday, April 24, at Wilkirson-Hatch-Bailey.

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Theresa Marie Neal

Apr 15, 2023

Theresa Marie Neal, 79, of McGregor, passed away Saturday, April 15, 2023, at Ascension Providence Hospital of Waco. Visitation will be Wednesday, April 19, from 5 to 7 p.m. at Wilkirson-Hatch-Bailey Funeral Home, with the Rosary at 7 p.m. A Mass of Christian Burial will be at 11 a.m. Thursday, April 20, at St. Jerome’s Catholic Church followed by...

Joyce Elizabeth Sharman

Apr 15, 2023

Joyce E. Sharman passed away April 15, 2023, two weeks after her 94th birthday, during which she spent the day surrounded by four generations of family members. She was a loving wife, devoted mom and granny, loyal friend, and steadfast follower of Jesus. Her friends and family will remember her for her wit, sense of humor, and hope that...

Marjorie Roddy Sanger

Apr 15, 2023

Marjorie Roddy Sanger was born November 25, 1918, on the first Thanksgiving Day after the end of the First World War. Her long and eventful life was shaped by Waco, just as Waco was shaped by Marjorie. Hers was a life that spanned the Great Depression, the Second World War, the post-war 50s and 60s in small-town America, the...

Gene Joseph Mikeska, Sr.

Apr 13, 2023

Gene Joseph Mikeska, Sr. passed away Thursday, April 13, 2023, at Providence Hospital in Waco. Memorial and graveside services are pending; please contact the family for details.

Gene was born June 2, 1938, in Dallas, to Joseph and Lilly Mikeska. He was preceded in death by both his parents; his wife of 51 years, Marcy...

Tracy Laural Morrison

Apr 12, 2023

Tracy Laural Stone Morrison, after carrying her body as far as she could, departed this life Wednesday, April 12, 2023, at home in Crawford, surrounded by family and the love of all her friends across the twined distances of illness, space, and time. She desired to be cremated and a private wake was held in her home on the...

Diana L Kohler

Apr 11, 2023

Diana Lutes Kohler, 82, passed away Tuesday, April 11 at her home in Waco. Services will be officiated by Brother David E. Brown at 1 p.m. Saturday, April 15, at Wilkirson-Hatch-Bailey Funeral Home. The burial will follow at Waco Memorial Park. Visitation will be from 6 – 8 p.m. Friday, April 14 at Wilkirson-Hatch-Bailey.

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Diane Davis Browning

Apr 10, 2023

Diane Davis Browning, 72, passed away April 10, 2023, at Ascension Providence Health Center. Services will be Saturday, April 15, at 3:30 p.m., at Wilkirson-Hatch-Bailey Funeral Home. Visitation will be Friday, April 14 from 6 – 8 p.m. at Wilkirson-Hatch-Bailey.

Diane was born in Dora, Alabama, the only child of Thomas and Justine Gray Davis....

Emma Marie Petty

Apr 8, 2023

Emma Marie Petty passed away Saturday, April 8, 2023. Services will be held at Wilkirson-Hatch-Bailey Funeral Home with Pastor Carlton Stimpson officiating.

Emma was born January 14, 1947, in Caruthersville, Pemiscot County, Missouri, to James and Annie Lee Johnson. Emma was educated at Washington High School in Caruthersville, Missouri. She worked at JFK Airport in...

Jimmy Burl Morgan

Apr 7, 2023

Jimmy Burl Morgan has gone to be with his Lord and Saviour. He passed away on Good Friday, April 7th, 2023, at the accomplished age of 87 surrounded by family. He left behind a legacy of love, kindness, and service to his community that will be remembered for years to come.

Services will be held...

Clara Jean Henderson

Apr 7, 2023

Clara Jean (McNulty) Henderson, 74, passed away on Good Friday, April 7, 2023, at Providence Hospice Place.

A funeral mass will be held at 10:00 a.m. Saturday, April 29, at St. Jerome Catholic Church, 9820 Chapel Road, in Waco.

Clara Jean McNulty was born in Sandusky, Ohio, at Providence Hospital, on...

Eileen Blood Turner

Apr 4, 2023

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Eileen B. Turner, 84, of Woodway. She and her husband, W. Richard Turner, resided at Providence Village in Woodway. A memorial service will be at 1:00 p.m. Tuesday, April 18, in the chapel at Providence Village, with Pastor Tim Jarrell officiating.

Eileen was born...

Mark Edward Huck

Apr 4, 2023

Mark Edward Huck passed away Tuesday, April 4, 2023. A memorial service will be at 11:00 a.m., Saturday, April 22, at Wilkirson-Hatch-Bailey Funeral Home. Burial will follow at 12:30 p.m. at Oakwood Cemetery in Waco.

Mark went to his heavenly home to be with our Lord unexpectedly on April 4, 2023. He was born January...

Rondy T. Gray

Apr 3, 2023

Rondy Thurber Gray, 89, of Waco, passed away Monday, April 3, 2023 at Baylor Scott & White Hillcrest Medical Center in Waco.

Visitation with Rondy’s family will be Tuesday, April 11, from 5:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. at Wilkirson-Hatch-Bailey Funeral Home. The funeral service will be held at 11:00 a.m. Wednesday, April 12, at Central...

Allah B Conant, Jr.

Apr 2, 2023

Allah B. Conant Jr. passed away Sunday, April 2, 2023. A service will be held at a later date.

Allah was born July 24, 1939, in Waco, Texas, to Allah B. and Frances Louise Conant. Allah graduated from Waco High School. He went on to receive his bachelors from North Texas State University now University...

Morris Wayne Bracey

Mar 27, 2023

Morris Wayne Bracey, 92, of Woodway, passed away Monday, March 27, 2023, at Providence Hospice Place, in Waco. Services will be held at 1:00 p.m. Monday, April 3 at Wilkirson-Hatch-Bailey Funeral Home, with Bill Kirkland officiating. Burial will follow at Oakwood Cemetery. Visitation will be held at noon, April 3 at Wilkirson-Hatch-Bailey.

Morris was born...

Lois Marie Sanders

Mar 27, 2023

Lois Marie Sanders passed away Monday, March 27, 2023. A graveside service will be held at 11:00 a.m. Friday, March 31, at Waco Memorial Park with John DeGiorgio officiating.

Lois was born April 15, 1932, in McGregor, Texas, to Cody and Mabel Byford. Lois was educated in Bellmead public schools and graduated from La Vega...

Felipa M. Martinez

Mar 26, 2023

Juan Antonio y Felipa Martínez, edades de 70 y 59, fallecieron el 26 de marzo del 2023 en su casa. La misa de funeral será a las 10:00 am el martes, 11 de abril en la Iglesia San Francisco oficiado por el Padre José Jazo. El entierro será en el panteón Oakwood. El rosario tomara acabó a las 6:00...

Juan Antonio Martinez

Mar 26, 2023

Juan Antonio y Felipa Martínez, edades de 70 y 59, fallecieron el 26 de marzo del 2023 en su casa. La misa de funeral será a las 10:00 am el martes, 11 de abril en la Iglesia San Francisco oficiado por el Padre José Jazo. El entierro será en el panteón Oakwood. El rosario tomara acabó a las 6:00...