Obituaries

Rodger Smith

Jan 14, 2025

After a brief, but valiant, battle with cancer, Vernon Rodger Smith, 80, of Hallsburg, Texas, went to be with his Lord and Savior on January 14, 2025. Visitation will be from 6-8pm on Friday, January 17, 2025 at Bellmead Funeral Home. Services will be held at 10am on Saturday, January 18, 2025 at Bellmead Funeral Home, with burial to follow...

Danny Carroll Norman

Dec 31, 2024

Danny Carroll Norman, 71, passed away Tuesday, December 31, 2024 in Temple, TX. Graveside services will be Monday, January 6, 2025 at Rosemound Cemetery with Rev. Richard Clay Strawn officiating.

He was born on December 10, 1953 in Waco, TX to Clarence Carroll Norman and Wanda Janell Wood Norman.

He was a beloved father, brother and Papaw. He lived and worked all...

Sharon Leigh Wills

Dec 29, 2024

 Sharon Leigh Brumfield was born on March 15, 1973, to Harold Brumfield and Mary Brumfield in Clifton, Tx. Sharon grew up in Waco area with her three siblings. She attended school in the Connally school district. 

Sharon is survived by her loving husband of 30 yrs, Aubrey Wills, her mother Mary Bryant, 4 children, Krista, Destiny, Shara, Jade, 3 brothers, Steven...

Sara Thomas

Dec 26, 2024

Sara Kay Benedittine – Thomas was born in Waco on October 6, 1953 to Buster Benedittine and Elowene Cox. She passed away on December 26, 2024 in a local nursing home.

A Celebration of Life will be Saturday, January 4, 2025 at 10:00 AM with visitation and service to follow at Bellmead Funeral Home Chapel. Brother Kerry Groce will be officiating.

Sara’s...

Tommy Smith

Dec 25, 2024

Tommy Gene Smith went to be with his Lord and Savior on December 25, 2024. A funeral will be held 11 a.m. Monday December 30, 2024 in the Bellmead Funeral Home Chapel with Bro. Jim Dickson, Bro. Mark Donaldson and Pastor Mike Raymond officiating. Burial will follow at Crawford Cemetery. A visitation will be held from 4 to 6 p.m....

Janice Unger

Dec 22, 2024

Janice Pearl Johnson Unger, 69, of Waco, Texas, passed away peacefully on December 22, 2024, surrounded by her loving family.

She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Ronald Unger; her mother, Evelyn Swanson Johnson; her father, Clifford Wylie Johnson; and her brothers, Dewayne Doyle Johnson, Carl Fritz Johnson, Freddie Dean Johnson, and sister, Betty Jo Johnson.

Janice is survived by...

Jack LaDon Nichols, Sr.

Dec 20, 2024

Jack LaDon Nichols, Sr., 78, passed away Friday, December 20, 2024 in Waco, TX. Visitation will be 5 – 7pm Monday, December 23,2024 at Bellmead Funeral Home. Graveside service is 10am Tuesday, December 24, 2024 at Rosemound Cemetery. 

Jack was born on November 24, 1946 in Waco, TX to John Elic Nichols and Odessa Lee Casey Nichols. After High School, he...

Martha Elena Peña

Dec 15, 2024

Martha Elena Peña

October 10, 1964 - December 15, 2024

 

Martha Elena Peña passed away peacefully on December 15, 2024, surrounded by her loving family, after a courageous battle with stage 4 breast cancer. She leaves behind her devoted husband of 37 years, Praxedis; their three children, Praxedis Jr., Martha Marlene, and Jesse; her daughter-in-law, Teresa Guadalupe; and five beautiful and energetic...

Lawrence Kirkpatrick

Dec 4, 2024

 Lawrence Kirkpatrick

 January14, 1939 --- December 4, 2024

Lawrence Kirkpatrick passed away Wednesday, December 4, 2024. Services will be 10:00 am Saturday December 14, 2024 at Bellmead Funeral Home Chapel with Reverend Jeff Stinson. Burial will be in Moody Cemetery, Moody, Texas. Visitation will be 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. Friday at Bellmead Funeral Home. Pallbearers: Ben Matus, Blake Birmingham, Brent Sykora, Jarrod...

Oliver Perry Miller

Nov 9, 2024

Oliver Perry Miller II, surrounded by family, passed away on November 9, 2024, after a brief battle with lung cancer. He was born to James Orvis “Jack” Miller and Dorothy Ann Seale Miller on June 6, 1954, in Dallas, TX. While Perry's physical life on earth has ended as he has begun his eternal and beautiful journey in Heaven with...

Fay Nell Finley

Nov 9, 2024

Fay Nell Finley was called home on November 9, 2024, to be with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, who she had loved and served faithfully for many years. She was born on June 21, 1939 to Elmerine and Ollie Finley in Marlin, Texas. She is survived by her dear sister, Janet (Jan) Lea Finley of Waco, Tx. And her...

Lisa Ann Pistole

Nov 8, 2024

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Lisa Ann Pistole. Lisa left us to join her Mother, Virginia Jadene Pistole, her grandparents Effie Margaret, Henry Pete, and several other family members on Friday, November 8, 2024 at the age of 58. Lisa is survived by her father Henry Pete Pistole Jr., brother Wade Pistole Sr., sister...

Ellen May

Nov 8, 2024

Ellen Rae Boyer May, 81, of Waco, Texas, passed away on November 8, 2024, carrying the same bright spirit that defined her remarkable life.

Born March 8, 1943, in Baytown, Texas, to Ray and Lucy Boyer, Ellen was known for her boundless love of life and ability to make friends wherever she went. Her infectious personality and warm heart meant she...

Rufus Lewis

Nov 4, 2024

Rufus Jackson Lewis left us on November 4, 2024, at the age of 72, but not without leaving a lasting impression on everyone who had the pleasure to know him. Born on May 14, 1952, in Fort Hood, Texas, Rufus grew up in the small, charming town of McGregor. Attending school there planted the seeds of his hands-on approach to...

Frederick George Littleton Sr.

Nov 3, 2024

Frederick George Littleton Sr. passed away Sunday November 3, 2024 at his home in Axtell. Graveside services with Military Honors will be Friday November 8, 2024 at Billington Cemetery near Axtell. Visitation will be from 6-8:00 pm Thursday November 7, 2024 at Bellmead Funeral Home. Frederick loved his family very much and also loved to tinker with antique cars and...

James Price

Oct 12, 2024

James E. Price of China Spring passed away Saturday, October 12, 2024 at Providence Hospital surrounded by family and friends. James was born November 8, 1950 to Jennie Marie (Andrews) and James Edger Price in the Thornton/Groesbeck area. James grew up in Waco and went to various elementary schools and graduated the class of 1970 from University High School. James...

Donald Steinke

Oct 5, 2024

In Loving Memory of Donald Steinke

A devoted husband, father, brother, son, and friend, Donald passed away on October 5, 2024, leaving behind a life filled with love, laughter, and cherished memories. Finding peace and joy in being outdoors, he loved caring for his trees and birds, watching his boys play sports, and keeping the fire department on their toes by...

Martha Culverhouse Cagle

Sep 25, 2024

Martha Jane (Culverhouse) Cagle, beloved wife, mother, nonnie and friend, 85, of Elm Mott, Texas passed away peacefully at home with her family by her side Wednesday, September 25, 2024.

Visitation will be held from 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday, October 3, 2024 at Bellmead Funeral Home. Graveside services will be held 10 a.m. Friday October 4, 2024 at White Rock...

Linda Davis

Sep 23, 2024

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Linda Monden Davis on September 23, 2024 in Hewitt, Texas at the age of 83. A memorial service will be held on Saturday, November 9th at 2:00 pm at The Bellmead Funeral Home.

Linda was born in Borger, Texas September 3, 1941. Linda was one of ten...

Carlos Rivas

Sep 19, 2024

Carlos Rivas, 67, of Waco, TX, passed away on September 19, 2024. Born on August 21, 1957, Carlos was known for his sense of humor and his ability to light up any room with laughter. An avid motorcyclist, he found joy in taking family and friends for rides on his cherished Harley. His love for the outdoors was paralleled by...