Jose Arriaga
January 15, 2026
Jose Arriaga, age 38, passed away on January 15, 2026, in Tyler, Texas. He was born on November 10, 1987, in East Los Angeles, California.
Jose was a skilled, licensed Journeyman Plumber, known for his strong work ethic. He was dependable, hardworking, and never afraid to get dirty. He took pride in providing for his family and giving his best in...
Raymond Hayes Crone
January 15, 2026
Raymond “Ray” Hayes Crone, a former Major League Baseball pitcher and longtime scout, passed away peacefully on January 15, 2026, at his home in Waxahachie, Texas surrounded by his family. He was 94 years old.
He was born in Memphis, Tennessee on August 7, 1931 to Neely Gordon Crone and Annie Gunti Crone. Crone achieved the rare honor of playing Major...
Peggy Jo Schoolfield
January 19, 2026
Obituary to Follow
We are currently gathering the details to honor and reflect on the life of Peggy "Casey" Schoolfield. Once the obituary is prepared, it will be shared here. Until then, we welcome you to leave messages, memories, or words of support in the Guestbook located below for the family and loved ones.
Helen Jane Clemmons
January 11, 2026
Helen Jane Clemmons (Jane) was born in her family home on February 19, 1929, in Warren, Arkansas, to the late Patrick Murphy Conner and Mary Blanche Atkinson Conner. She passed away peacefully on January 11, 2026, at the age of 96.
Jane was raised in the close-knit community of Warren, Arkansas, where her father worked as a lumber mill manager and...
Jerry Proffitt
January 8, 2026
Paul Jeremiah Proffitt, affectionately known as Jerry, passed away peacefully at the age of 86 on January 8, 2026, in Waxahachie, Texas. He was born on January 18, 1939, in Tulsa, Oklahoma, and spent much of his childhood in Borger, Texas.
Jerry earned his master’s degree from Southern Methodist University and devoted his professional life to a career in banking, where...
Betty Jo Hunter
January 6, 2026
Betty Jo Sims Hunter, age 97, passed away peacefully at her home in Waxahachie on January 6, 2026 with her son holding her hand. She was born to J.H. & Jimmie (Nall) Sims of the Bethel Community and was raised and educated in Ellis County, graduating from Forreston High School in 1945. Mrs. Hunter was married to Billy Jack Hunter...
Shirley Jean Lockenour
January 1, 2026
In Loving Memory
An obituary for Shirley Jean Lockenour is not yet available, but we invite you to share your thoughts, favorite memories, and condolences in the Guestbook located below as we hold her in our hearts during this time of remembrance. Her family will be holding a Celebration of Life at a later date.
Manuel Hernandez Olivarez
December 22, 2025
Con profundo amor y tristeza, recordamos a Manuel Hernández, de 64 años, quien nació en Reynosa, Tamaulipas, y creció en Ejido Nuevo Santana, su hogar que siempre llevó en el corazón. A lo largo de su vida viajó por varias ciudades de Texas hasta establecerse en Waxahachie, Texas, donde construyó un hogar lleno de amor, risas y recuerdos inolvidables. Allí...
Martha Denise Key
December 19, 2025
Martha “Marty” Denise Key, age 69, of Maypearl, Texas, passed away on December 19, 2025.
Marty was born to Martha Ophelia Key (Tribble) and Melvin Ray Key, both of whom preceded her in death. She lived much of her life in Maypearl and was known for her independent spirit and unmistakable personality.
She is survived by her husband, Rodney Wheatley; her son...
Elmer Clifton Butler
December 19, 2025
Elmer C. Butler, 90, of Midlothian, Texas, passed away Friday, December 19, 2025, in Waxahachie. He was born June 16, 1935, in Maypearl, Texas, to E.C. Butler and Lilli York Butler. Elmer was a proud Ellis County native through and through and carried that small town grit with him his entire life.
Elmer dedicated more than 25 years of hard work...
Tommy Glynn McCarroll
December 18, 2025
On Thursday, December 18, 2025, Tommy Glynn McCarroll, father, grandfather, brother, uncle, nephew, cousin, and friend to many passed away, at the age of 61, at his home in Garland, Texas.
He was born on April 6, 1964, in Dallas, Texas. He is preceded in death by his parents Jerry Lynn & Patricia “Pat” Lou McCarroll.
Tommy is survived by his sons...
Ryan Chilton Sample
December 6, 2025
Ryan Chilton Sample (2004-2025) 20 years old from Waxahachie, TX. He was born in Arlington, TX to the proud parents of Matthew and Terri Sample.
Where do you even start to describe Ryan? He lived life at 100 mph every day and you better hold on for the ride! Ryan played soccer since he was 5 years old, and he was...
Brandi Michelle Lozano
December 6, 2025
Brandi Michelle Lozano passed away quietly on December 6th 2025 at Baylor Hospital in Waxahachie.
She is survived by her mother Peggy Jenkins Wolfe, sister Jenny Rebecca Lozano, nephew Christopher Ryan Strength, niece Tiffany Strength, great niece Bellamy Torrence Tunson Garcia, aunt Bessie Grigsby, and her caregiver for the last 13 years Tessa Manriquez. She was proceeded in death by her...
Sonia R. Walker Koutros
December 5, 2025
Sonia Walker Koutros, 65, of Waxahachie, Texas, passed away peacefully on December 5, 2025, surrounded by her loving family.
Sonia was born in 1960 in El Paso, Texas, to Bill and Joanne Walker. She grew up with a caring heart, a strong sense of devotion to family, and a steady faith that shaped the way she lived and loved.
While attending Baylor...
Arley R. Searcy
December 3, 2025
Arley Ray Searcy, 77, gained his angel wings on December 3, 2025, in his hometown of Waxahachie, Texas. He was born on September 5, 1948, in Dallas, Texas.
Arley spent his last years doing the things he liked the most including reading, working crossword puzzles, watching movies from his large DVD collection, watching the Cowboys, and eating ice cream. In his...
Sherry Lynn Deal
December 1, 2025
Sherry Lynn Deal (O’Bannon) passed away peacefully surrounded by family and being reunited with her husband Mike and daughter Jamie on 12/1/25 @ 11:30a at Dallas Methodist Hospital.
Sherry was born August 26, 1952 in Waxahachie, Texas to Oliver and Etta O’Bannon. She graduated in 1970 from Milford High School where she was voted Most Beautiful.
While working at Sonic Drive Inn...
Comellia Joy Bunch Teague
November 29, 2025
Comellia Joy Wharton was born in Quanah, Texas to parents Winnie Pearl Hunter and John Franklin Wharton and delivered by her grandmother on June 11, 1935. John, a Baptist preacher, often moved the family to start new congregations, so Comellia — or Joy as she became known in adulthood — and her siblings grew up in many places. As the eldest...
Margareta Trautner Underwood
November 28, 2025
All we are, we owe to our mother, Margareta Trautner Underwood. She was, in every sense, a survivor.
Born and raised in Germany, she came of age during the Second World War, at a time when life had been pared down to the most essential things. On the morning of September 1, 1939, ten-year-old Margareta awoke to a brilliant white glow...
David Virgil Adair
November 26, 2025
David V. Adair passed away at home in Palmer on November 26, 2025, surrounded by the family who loved him dearly after a year long battle with an aggressive variant of cancer. He was born in San Diego California on November 25, 1945 to Ethel Hughes and Noel P. Adair.
David spent fifty eight years married to the love of his...
Laura Rumer
November 25, 2025
Laura Denise Rumer, age 61, of Whitney, Tx passed away unexpectedly on November 25, 2025 at Waco Providence Hospital. Laura was born in Dallas, Tx April 16, 1964 to Dennis and Lanice Seals. She graduated from Waxahachie High School in 1982. She was a travel agent for many years which led to her love for traveling, she also loved to...
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Jose Arriaga
January 15, 2026
Jose Arriaga, age 38, passed away on January 15, 2026, in Tyler, Texas. He was born on November 10, 1987, in East Los Angeles, California.
Jose was a skilled, licensed Journeyman Plumber, known for his strong work ethic. He was dependable, hardworking, and never afraid to get dirty. He took pride in providing for his family and giving his best in...
Raymond Hayes Crone
January 15, 2026
Raymond “Ray” Hayes Crone, a former Major League Baseball pitcher and longtime scout, passed away peacefully on January 15, 2026, at his home in Waxahachie, Texas surrounded by his family. He was 94 years old.
He was born in Memphis, Tennessee on August 7, 1931 to Neely Gordon Crone and Annie Gunti Crone. Crone achieved the rare honor of playing Major...
Peggy Jo Schoolfield
January 19, 2026
Obituary to Follow
We are currently gathering the details to honor and reflect on the life of Peggy "Casey" Schoolfield. Once the obituary is prepared, it will be shared here. Until then, we welcome you to leave messages, memories, or words of support in the Guestbook located below for the family and loved ones.
Helen Jane Clemmons
January 11, 2026
Helen Jane Clemmons (Jane) was born in her family home on February 19, 1929, in Warren, Arkansas, to the late Patrick Murphy Conner and Mary Blanche Atkinson Conner. She passed away peacefully on January 11, 2026, at the age of 96.
Jane was raised in the close-knit community of Warren, Arkansas, where her father worked as a lumber mill manager and...
Jerry Proffitt
January 8, 2026
Paul Jeremiah Proffitt, affectionately known as Jerry, passed away peacefully at the age of 86 on January 8, 2026, in Waxahachie, Texas. He was born on January 18, 1939, in Tulsa, Oklahoma, and spent much of his childhood in Borger, Texas.
Jerry earned his master’s degree from Southern Methodist University and devoted his professional life to a career in banking, where...
Betty Jo Hunter
January 6, 2026
Betty Jo Sims Hunter, age 97, passed away peacefully at her home in Waxahachie on January 6, 2026 with her son holding her hand. She was born to J.H. & Jimmie (Nall) Sims of the Bethel Community and was raised and educated in Ellis County, graduating from Forreston High School in 1945. Mrs. Hunter was married to Billy Jack Hunter...
Shirley Jean Lockenour
January 1, 2026
In Loving Memory
An obituary for Shirley Jean Lockenour is not yet available, but we invite you to share your thoughts, favorite memories, and condolences in the Guestbook located below as we hold her in our hearts during this time of remembrance. Her family will be holding a Celebration of Life at a later date.
Manuel Hernandez Olivarez
December 22, 2025
Con profundo amor y tristeza, recordamos a Manuel Hernández, de 64 años, quien nació en Reynosa, Tamaulipas, y creció en Ejido Nuevo Santana, su hogar que siempre llevó en el corazón. A lo largo de su vida viajó por varias ciudades de Texas hasta establecerse en Waxahachie, Texas, donde construyó un hogar lleno de amor, risas y recuerdos inolvidables. Allí...
Martha Denise Key
December 19, 2025
Martha “Marty” Denise Key, age 69, of Maypearl, Texas, passed away on December 19, 2025.
Marty was born to Martha Ophelia Key (Tribble) and Melvin Ray Key, both of whom preceded her in death. She lived much of her life in Maypearl and was known for her independent spirit and unmistakable personality.
She is survived by her husband, Rodney Wheatley; her son...
Elmer Clifton Butler
December 19, 2025
Elmer C. Butler, 90, of Midlothian, Texas, passed away Friday, December 19, 2025, in Waxahachie. He was born June 16, 1935, in Maypearl, Texas, to E.C. Butler and Lilli York Butler. Elmer was a proud Ellis County native through and through and carried that small town grit with him his entire life.
Elmer dedicated more than 25 years of hard work...
Tommy Glynn McCarroll
December 18, 2025
On Thursday, December 18, 2025, Tommy Glynn McCarroll, father, grandfather, brother, uncle, nephew, cousin, and friend to many passed away, at the age of 61, at his home in Garland, Texas.
He was born on April 6, 1964, in Dallas, Texas. He is preceded in death by his parents Jerry Lynn & Patricia “Pat” Lou McCarroll.
Tommy is survived by his sons...
Ryan Chilton Sample
December 6, 2025
Ryan Chilton Sample (2004-2025) 20 years old from Waxahachie, TX. He was born in Arlington, TX to the proud parents of Matthew and Terri Sample.
Where do you even start to describe Ryan? He lived life at 100 mph every day and you better hold on for the ride! Ryan played soccer since he was 5 years old, and he was...
Brandi Michelle Lozano
December 6, 2025
Brandi Michelle Lozano passed away quietly on December 6th 2025 at Baylor Hospital in Waxahachie.
She is survived by her mother Peggy Jenkins Wolfe, sister Jenny Rebecca Lozano, nephew Christopher Ryan Strength, niece Tiffany Strength, great niece Bellamy Torrence Tunson Garcia, aunt Bessie Grigsby, and her caregiver for the last 13 years Tessa Manriquez. She was proceeded in death by her...
Sonia R. Walker Koutros
December 5, 2025
Sonia Walker Koutros, 65, of Waxahachie, Texas, passed away peacefully on December 5, 2025, surrounded by her loving family.
Sonia was born in 1960 in El Paso, Texas, to Bill and Joanne Walker. She grew up with a caring heart, a strong sense of devotion to family, and a steady faith that shaped the way she lived and loved.
While attending Baylor...
Arley R. Searcy
December 3, 2025
Arley Ray Searcy, 77, gained his angel wings on December 3, 2025, in his hometown of Waxahachie, Texas. He was born on September 5, 1948, in Dallas, Texas.
Arley spent his last years doing the things he liked the most including reading, working crossword puzzles, watching movies from his large DVD collection, watching the Cowboys, and eating ice cream. In his...
Sherry Lynn Deal
December 1, 2025
Sherry Lynn Deal (O’Bannon) passed away peacefully surrounded by family and being reunited with her husband Mike and daughter Jamie on 12/1/25 @ 11:30a at Dallas Methodist Hospital.
Sherry was born August 26, 1952 in Waxahachie, Texas to Oliver and Etta O’Bannon. She graduated in 1970 from Milford High School where she was voted Most Beautiful.
While working at Sonic Drive Inn...
Comellia Joy Bunch Teague
November 29, 2025
Comellia Joy Wharton was born in Quanah, Texas to parents Winnie Pearl Hunter and John Franklin Wharton and delivered by her grandmother on June 11, 1935. John, a Baptist preacher, often moved the family to start new congregations, so Comellia — or Joy as she became known in adulthood — and her siblings grew up in many places. As the eldest...
Margareta Trautner Underwood
November 28, 2025
All we are, we owe to our mother, Margareta Trautner Underwood. She was, in every sense, a survivor.
Born and raised in Germany, she came of age during the Second World War, at a time when life had been pared down to the most essential things. On the morning of September 1, 1939, ten-year-old Margareta awoke to a brilliant white glow...
David Virgil Adair
November 26, 2025
David V. Adair passed away at home in Palmer on November 26, 2025, surrounded by the family who loved him dearly after a year long battle with an aggressive variant of cancer. He was born in San Diego California on November 25, 1945 to Ethel Hughes and Noel P. Adair.
David spent fifty eight years married to the love of his...
Laura Rumer
November 25, 2025
Laura Denise Rumer, age 61, of Whitney, Tx passed away unexpectedly on November 25, 2025 at Waco Providence Hospital. Laura was born in Dallas, Tx April 16, 1964 to Dennis and Lanice Seals. She graduated from Waxahachie High School in 1982. She was a travel agent for many years which led to her love for traveling, she also loved to...
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