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Sylvia Kay Mills

Sylvia Kay Mills

Mar 18, 2025

Sylvia Kay Mills

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Sylvia Kay Mills, 69, of Park Hills, who peacefully departed this life on March 18, 2025, at her home, surrounded by her loving family.

 Born on October 21, 1955, in Waco, Texas, Sylvia was the cherished daughter of the late William Johnie and Angie Ruth (Ritch) Hutchison. Sylvia...

Elenora Edith Raabe

Elenora Edith Raabe

Mar 7, 2025

Elenora Edith Raabe, born to Charlie and Sophie (Dudik) Fillip on Aprill 11th, 1927 in Ganado, TX, left us to be with the Lord on Friday March 7, 2025. She was the fifth eldest and last surviving sibling of 7 brothers and sisters.

Elenora grew up in West, TX. From her childhood to early adult years, she and her family were...

Marion Curtis Boatman Jr.

Marion Curtis Boatman Jr.

Mar 5, 2025

Marion Curtis Boatman Jr.

January 5, 1940 – March 5, 2025

Proceeded by wife Billie Jean Boatman, children Vicki Boatman, Donald Easter, Dennis Easter, mother in law Mary Maw Osborne, daughter in-law Cindy Dennis Easter, Father Ernest Curtis Boatman, Mother Gladys Marie Boatman, brother Robert Gerald Boatman; Survived by son Keith Boatman, son Roger Easter, grandchildren RD, Stephanie, Waylon, Charlie, Heather, Amy,...

Charlene "Dolly" Stafford

Charlene "Dolly" Stafford

Mar 3, 2025

Charlene Ann "Dolly" Stafford

3-26-46 - 3-3-25

It was a beautiful, sunny March day, with the sound of wind chimes filling the air. March was her favorite month: her birthday and anniversary month! She slept with her family surrounding her, holding her hands and whispering all of their love into her ears. A vase filled with sunflowers, her favorite flower,...

Cynthia Ann Lebkowsky

Cynthia Ann Lebkowsky

Mar 1, 2025

Cynthia Ann Lebkowsky

March 2, 1947 – March 1, 2025

     It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Cynthia Ann Lebkowsky, 77 of Waco, TX who passed away on March 1, 2025. 

     "Cindy" attended La Vega High School and later Baylor University where she obtained her Bachelors Degree in social work, which became a career that...

Bonnie Wain Branch

Bonnie Wain Branch

Feb 25, 2025

Bonnie Wain Branch, age 94, of Bellmead, Texas, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, February 25, 2025. Graveside services will be held at 11:00 AM on Wednesday, March 5, 2025, at White Rock Cemetery near Ross, Texas. Visitation with the family will be held from 6:00 to 8:00 PM on Tuesday, March 4, at Bellmead Funeral Home.

Bonnie was born in Waco,...

Rubie Annette Bloskas

Rubie Annette Bloskas

Feb 23, 2025

Our Lord called home Rubie Annette Bloskas on February 23, 2025, where she was reunited with her husband and love of her life James "Jim" Bloskas and daughter Wendy Bloskas.

Annette married SGT Jim Bloskas in 1954, and they started their life together in Oahu, Hawaii where their first daughter Wendy was born. After their stint in Hawaii, Jim was stationed...

Anastacia R. Gallegos

Anastacia R. Gallegos

Feb 23, 2025

Anastacia Gallegos, of Bellmead, Tx, a beloved figure recognized by all who knew her for her radiant smile, infectious laughter, and humble nature, passed away on February 24, 2025. Born on July 28, 1946, Anastacia created a legacy highlighted by kindness, compassion, and an unwavering love for her family and friends.

Known widely for her nurturing spirit, Anastacia made a significant...

James "Pink" Ervin Bumguardner, Jr.

James "Pink" Ervin Bumguardner, Jr.

Feb 23, 2025

James Ervin Bumguardner Jr. (Pink), 78, of Bellmead, Tx., passed away Sunday, February 23, 2025, after a long battle of cancer at his residence surrounded by family. A celebration of life will be held 11:00 am, Saturday March 15, 2025 at Beverly Hills Baptist Church (Family of Faith Worship Center) 4112 Memorial Dr. Waco, Tx. 76711,  with Pastor Debbie Rarick...

Edward "Eddie" Earl Anderson

Edward "Eddie" Earl Anderson

Feb 20, 2025

Edward “Eddie” Earl Anderson was born December 25, 1947 to Gladys and Rufus Anderson. He attended Hillsboro High School, where he graduated. He met the love of his life, Glenda Romero at Safeway in 1964. They married May 1968. They had one child Angela Marie Anderson 1970. Eddie was drafted into the Army June 1968. He fought in the Vietnam...

Aline Faye McDonald

Aline Faye McDonald

Feb 20, 2025

Aline McDonald, age 93 of Waco, TX died Thursday, February 20, 2025. Aline Faye Mansfield McDonald was born on August 8, 1931, in Duncan Woods, TX to the late Truett Glenn Mansfield and Georgia Ann Scales Mansfield Bradshaw.

She attended schools in Port Neches, TX and graduated from Port Neches High School in 1948. She married Glenn W. McDonald in Pear...

Vernon Matthew Davis

Vernon Matthew Davis

Feb 18, 2025

Vernon Matthew Davis

March 18, 1936 – February 18, 2025

Vernon was born in Waco, Texas on March 18, 1936 to Deckard Mathew Davis and Cleta LaJuana (McFalls) Davis. He went home to be with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on February 18, 2025. Visitation will be held Friday, February 28, 2025 from 6-8:00 pm at Bellmead Funeral Home. Funeral Service...

Eugene Mena Gonzales Jr.

Eugene Mena Gonzales Jr.

Feb 18, 2025

Eugene M. Gonzales Jr, 77 of Waco passed away on 2/18/2025

Eugene was born in Meridian Tx on 10/13/1947 to Valentina & Eugene M. Gonzales Sr,  who preceded him in death.

He was a flooring contractor for over 50 years. He was a man of integrity, honesty & responsibility. He was a loving, caring man whom would help anyone. He was a...

Elvin Ray Lemley

Elvin Ray Lemley

Feb 18, 2025

Elvin Ray Lemley, 68, of Axtell, Texas passed away February 18, 2025 in Waco, Texas.

 Elvin was born on September 4, 1956, in San Angelo, Texas to JD and Mary (Ray) Lemley. Elvin attended La Vega High School- Class of 1975. He learned the value of hard work working side by side with his Dad at the family business- Lemley Concrete....

Katherine Marie Chapman

Katherine Marie Chapman

Feb 14, 2025

Katherine Marie (Cox) Chapman 83, a lifelong resident ofWaco, TX, went home to be with the Lord on Friday, February 14, 2025. She was born on the 20th of December 1941, in Waco, TX to Clifford and Janie Cox. She is survived by her children, Theresa Day of Kyle, TX, Keith Chapman of Houston, TX, Scott Chapman and wife, Shirley...

Leslie Dawn Knutson

Leslie Dawn Knutson

Feb 13, 2025



 Funeral service will be 11:00 am Friday February 21, 2025 at Bellmead Funeral Home Chapel. Visitation will be 6-8:00 pm Thursday, February 20, 2025 at Bellmead Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will follow at Waco Memorial Park in Robinson, Texas.

 Leslie was born on January 29, 1965 in Temple, Texas to William L. Hunter III and Carolyn Hunter Holt. She attended Jefferson...

Nelta Faye Cogdill

Nelta Faye Cogdill

Feb 12, 2025

Nelta Faye Cogdill, 84, passed away February 12, 2025 at Willis-Knighton Medical Center in Shreveport, Louisiana.

Visitation will be held Thursday, February 20, 2025 at Bellmead Funeral Home Chapel from 10:00 – 11:00am with funeral services following at 11:00 am. Private burial will be at Roberts Cemetery in Troy. TX.

She was born on March 10, 1940 in Belton, TX to W.B....

Johnny Dee Stogsdill

Johnny Dee Stogsdill

Feb 10, 2025

Johnny Dee Stogsdill, 59, of Waco, Texas passed away February 10, 2025 in Waco. Graveside Services will be 2:00 P.M. Tuesday February 25, 2025 at Moore Cemetery in Chalk Bluff, Texas. Visitation will be Tuesday February 25, 2025 from 12:30 to 1:30 P.M. at Bellmead Funeral Home. Johnny was born January 17, 1966 to Leon and Patsy Stogsdill in Gainesville,...

Nadine Abernathy

Nadine Abernathy

Feb 9, 2025

 Letha “ Nadine” Abernathy 

 May 13,1932-February 9,2025

 Letha “Nadine” Abernathy, 92, of Willis, TX, passed away peacefully on Sunday morning, February 9, 2025.

Nadine was born on May 13, 1932, in Eddy, TX, to William Clarence and Lovie Sue Martin as an only child. Known for her loving heart, bright smile, and selfless caregiving spirit, Nadine’s life was deeply anchored in her unwavering...

Catherine Marie Nicosia

Catherine Marie Nicosia

Feb 7, 2025

Catherine Nicosia, 76, passed away on February 7, 2025 in Whitney, Texas. A funeral service will be held 1:00 pm Friday, February 14, 2025 at Bellmead Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will be in Oakwood Cemetery in Waco, Texas. Visitation will be from 6-7:00 pm Thursday February 13, 2025 at Bellmead Funeral Home. 

Catherine loved her family very much. She was a...

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