Obituaries

Jaxon Lee Waldrop

Jaxon Lee Waldrop

March 14, 2026

Jaxon Lee Waldrop, our precious baby boy, was born in Waxahachie, Texas, on March 12, 2026, and went to be with Jesus on March 14, 2026. Though his time on earth was brief, Jaxon filled our hearts with a love so deep and everlasting.

He was too perfect for this world, and we take comfort in knowing he is now resting...

Joyce Juanita Rodriguez

Joyce Juanita Rodriguez

March 18, 2026

Joyce Juanita Rodriguez, age 78, of Waxahachie, Texas, was called home to the Lord on March 18, 2026, surrounded by her loving family. Joyce was born on December 1, 1947, in Lubbock, Texas, to Thomas Jackson “Bud” Coffman and Anna Mae Coffman. She grew up in Lubbock, where she graduated from Monterrey High School and enjoyed hanging out with friends...

Aleena Janelle Borjas

Aleena Janelle Borjas

March 14, 2026

Aleena Janelle Borjas, known lovingly as "Leena," passed away on March 14, 2026, at the age of twenty-four. Born on June 9, 2001, in 29 Palms, California, Aleena grew to become a young woman of extraordinary warmth, kindness, and grace, touching the lives of everyone fortunate enough to know her.

Aleena was raised in a close and loving family, the cherished...

Daniel Gustavo Ortega

Daniel Gustavo Ortega

March 14, 2026

Daniel Gustavo Ortega, born June 9, 2000, in Waxahachie, Texas, passed away alongside his beloved wife, Aleena on March 14, 2026. Daniel grew up in Waxahachie and as the baby of the family, he was held close, and that love shaped the man he became. He carried that love with him and shared it freely, leaving a lasting impact on...

Derrell Monroe Tyner

Derrell Monroe Tyner

March 18, 2026

Derrell Monroe Tyner, age 88, passed away peacefully on March 18, 2026, in Waxahachie, Texas. A man of quiet strength, sharp wit, and entrepreneurial spirit, Derrell leaves behind a legacy of service, storytelling, and a deep devotion to his family.

Derrell was born in Currie, Texas on September 13, 1937, to Sydney and Lois (Rogers) Tyner. He grew up in Ennis...

Beverly H. Foard

Beverly H. Foard

March 21, 2026

Beverly Ann Haley Foard, born September 12, 1933, in Wichita Falls, Texas joined our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on March 21, 2026. After settling with her family in Houston, Texas she graduated from M. B. Lamar High School and attended the University of Houston. Beverly married David Ashby Foard on August 21, 1953, had three sons and celebrated a...

David Manning Nunn

David Manning Nunn

February 8, 2026

DAVID MANNING NUNN

1:03 am, Sunday, 08 February 2026, marks the legal time of David’s passing, the moment his bride Florence Michalene “Mickie” Nunn entered widowhood and their only child Ralph Edward “Eddie” Nunn became fatherless.

On Tuesday, 26 May 1936, David was born at Baylor Hospital in Dallas, Texas to Pauline Manning Nunn (Ola Pauline Manning) and David Heiston Nunn. He...

Donald Ray Walker

Donald Ray Walker

March 17, 2026

Donald Ray Walker, age 76, of Waxahachie, Texas, passed away on March 17th, 2026. He was born on December 13th, 1949 along with his twin brother Ronny in Athens, Texas. He was a devoted husband to Jacki Walker and a loving father to Brandi Blair and Zack Walker.

Donny was loyal and the life of the party. He spent many years...

Larry Dean Kennaley

Larry Dean Kennaley

March 11, 2026

Today we remember and give thanks for the life of Larry D. Kennaley, United States Navy (Ret.), who passed away on March 11, 2026, at the age of 89. Larry was born on September 24, 1936, in Iowa City, Iowa, to John Patrick Kennaley and Henrietta Voss. He spent his early childhood in Ida Grove, Iowa, until the age of...

Deanna R. Shouppe

Deanna R. Shouppe

March 9, 2026

Deanna R. Shouppe, 63, went to be with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ on March 9, 2026 in Waxahachie, Texas. Deanna was born on October 24, 1962 to Edward Rudderman and Chippy (Gilmore) in Statesboro, Georgia.

She attended Albany High School graduating in 1980 and then attended Georgia Southern University as a vocal major. She married Deron D. Shouppe on...

Kirk Askew Larkin

Kirk Askew Larkin

March 7, 2026

Kirk Askew Larkin (Oda) May 28, 1938 – March 7, 2026 Kirk Askew Larkin (Oda) was born May 28, 1938, in Saint Louis, Missouri, to W. H. Larkin III and Francis (Sue) Askew Larkin. He passed away on March 7, 2026, at his home, The GnO.

Kirk moved to Waxahachie in 1955 and graduated from Waxahachie High School. He then attended...

Ulysses “Blessed and Highly Favored” Kinnel

Ulysses “Blessed and Highly Favored” Kinnel

March 6, 2026

Ulysses “Blessed and Highly Favored” Kinnel, 87, of Waxahachie, Texas, passed away peacefully on March 6, 2026.

Ulysses was born on August 4, 1938, in Villa Ridge, Illinois, to Ralph E. Kinnel and Alma Cavit. He lived a life filled with faith, love, adventure, and dedication to his family and community.

On July 25, 1981, he married the love of his life,...

Debora Ann Goff

Debora Ann Goff

March 5, 2026

Debora Ann Goff, known lovingly as Deb or Debbie, passed away suddenly on March 5, 2026, in Waxahachie, Texas, at the age of 72 after a long courageous battle with cancer. She was born on April 27, 1953, in Jacksonville Florida to Andrew and Marlis Headland. She grew up on the family farm near Jamestown ND. Debora lived a life...

Tina Crouch

Tina Crouch

March 3, 2026

Tina (Christine) Deann Thomas Crouch, age 77, passed away peacefully on March 3, 2026, surrounded by the love of her family.

Tina lived a beautiful life centered on her faith, her family, and the many people she mentored and encouraged along the way. She graduated with a Bachelor of Business Administration in Accounting and built a successful career in the oil...

Nita Joyce Terry

Nita Joyce Terry

March 2, 2026

Nita Joyce Mauldin Terry, aged eighty-seven (87) of Red Oak, Texas, returned to her Lord Jesus in Dallas, Texas on March 2, 2026, surrounded by her loving family. Nita was born February 10, 1939, in Italy, Texas, to Juanita Binkley and Ray Clyde Mauldin. She graduated from Italy High School in 1957 and immediately went to work for Southwestern Bell...

Bob McElyea

Bob McElyea

March 2, 2026

Bobby Lee McElyea, 87, of Maypearl, Texas, passed away on March 2, 2026.

Bob was born on May 24, 1938, in Fort Smith, Arkansas, to John and Erma McElyea. His family soon moved to Tucson, Arizona, where Bob was raised until he joined the Air Force at age 17 and was stationed in England for two years. After returning to Arizona,...

Deborah Lynn Rayfield

Deborah Lynn Rayfield

March 1, 2026

Deborah Lynn Rayfield, 71, went home to Jesus on March 1, 2026 in Dallas, Texas. Deborah was born on December 20, 1954 to Warren Meier and Jeanne (Yarbrough) Meier in Fort Worth, Texas.

Deborah graduated from Alvarado High School class of 1973. She was also a proud alumni of Schreiner College in Kerrville, Texas and the University of Texas at Austin...

Marttie Deane Howard

Marttie Deane Howard

February 27, 2026

Marttie Deane Howard was born on Aug. 25, 1964, in Waxahachie, TX, to Joseph Marttie "J.M." and Dorothy Allen Howard.

She was raised in Waxahachie and was a member of the Waxahachie class of 1982. During her time in high school, she was very active in the FFA and brought home many ribbons for her show rabbits. She later attended Rose...

Guadalupe Leal Jr.

Guadalupe Leal Jr.

February 27, 2026

Guadalupe "Wally" Leal Jr.February 10, 1963 - February 27, 2026

Guadalupe "Wally" Leal Jr., 63 passed away peacefully on Friday, February 27, 2026. He was born February 10, 1963 to Guadalupe and Armandina Leal.

Wally is survived by his wife Rhonda; children Mary Hughes, Christina Smith & William, Dwayne Turnbo & Amanda, Brandy Tracy & Charles, and Steven Leal; along with grandchildren Destiny,...

Darell V. Nay

Darell V. Nay

February 24, 2026

In Loving Memory of Darell Vernon Nay

June 11, 1933 — February 24, 2026

Darell Vernon Nay, a beloved "Gentle Giant" of the Waxahachie community and a man defined by his unwavering work ethic, a strong faith in God, and a deep love for his family, passed away on Tuesday, February 24, 2026. He died as he had lived—working on his farm...

Jaxon Lee Waldrop

Jaxon Lee Waldrop

March 14, 2026

Jaxon Lee Waldrop, our precious baby boy, was born in Waxahachie, Texas, on March 12, 2026, and went to be with Jesus on March 14, 2026. Though his time on earth was brief, Jaxon filled our hearts with a love so deep and everlasting.

He was too perfect for this world, and we take comfort in knowing he is now resting...

Joyce Juanita Rodriguez

Joyce Juanita Rodriguez

March 18, 2026

Joyce Juanita Rodriguez, age 78, of Waxahachie, Texas, was called home to the Lord on March 18, 2026, surrounded by her loving family. Joyce was born on December 1, 1947, in Lubbock, Texas, to Thomas Jackson “Bud” Coffman and Anna Mae Coffman. She grew up in Lubbock, where she graduated from Monterrey High School and enjoyed hanging out with friends...

Aleena Janelle Borjas

Aleena Janelle Borjas

March 14, 2026

Aleena Janelle Borjas, known lovingly as "Leena," passed away on March 14, 2026, at the age of twenty-four. Born on June 9, 2001, in 29 Palms, California, Aleena grew to become a young woman of extraordinary warmth, kindness, and grace, touching the lives of everyone fortunate enough to know her.

Aleena was raised in a close and loving family, the cherished...

Daniel Gustavo Ortega

Daniel Gustavo Ortega

March 14, 2026

Daniel Gustavo Ortega, born June 9, 2000, in Waxahachie, Texas, passed away alongside his beloved wife, Aleena on March 14, 2026. Daniel grew up in Waxahachie and as the baby of the family, he was held close, and that love shaped the man he became. He carried that love with him and shared it freely, leaving a lasting impact on...

Derrell Monroe Tyner

Derrell Monroe Tyner

March 18, 2026

Derrell Monroe Tyner, age 88, passed away peacefully on March 18, 2026, in Waxahachie, Texas. A man of quiet strength, sharp wit, and entrepreneurial spirit, Derrell leaves behind a legacy of service, storytelling, and a deep devotion to his family.

Derrell was born in Currie, Texas on September 13, 1937, to Sydney and Lois (Rogers) Tyner. He grew up in Ennis...

Beverly H. Foard

Beverly H. Foard

March 21, 2026

Beverly Ann Haley Foard, born September 12, 1933, in Wichita Falls, Texas joined our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on March 21, 2026. After settling with her family in Houston, Texas she graduated from M. B. Lamar High School and attended the University of Houston. Beverly married David Ashby Foard on August 21, 1953, had three sons and celebrated a...

David Manning Nunn

David Manning Nunn

February 8, 2026

DAVID MANNING NUNN

1:03 am, Sunday, 08 February 2026, marks the legal time of David’s passing, the moment his bride Florence Michalene “Mickie” Nunn entered widowhood and their only child Ralph Edward “Eddie” Nunn became fatherless.

On Tuesday, 26 May 1936, David was born at Baylor Hospital in Dallas, Texas to Pauline Manning Nunn (Ola Pauline Manning) and David Heiston Nunn. He...

Donald Ray Walker

Donald Ray Walker

March 17, 2026

Donald Ray Walker, age 76, of Waxahachie, Texas, passed away on March 17th, 2026. He was born on December 13th, 1949 along with his twin brother Ronny in Athens, Texas. He was a devoted husband to Jacki Walker and a loving father to Brandi Blair and Zack Walker.

Donny was loyal and the life of the party. He spent many years...

Larry Dean Kennaley

Larry Dean Kennaley

March 11, 2026

Today we remember and give thanks for the life of Larry D. Kennaley, United States Navy (Ret.), who passed away on March 11, 2026, at the age of 89. Larry was born on September 24, 1936, in Iowa City, Iowa, to John Patrick Kennaley and Henrietta Voss. He spent his early childhood in Ida Grove, Iowa, until the age of...

Deanna R. Shouppe

Deanna R. Shouppe

March 9, 2026

Deanna R. Shouppe, 63, went to be with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ on March 9, 2026 in Waxahachie, Texas. Deanna was born on October 24, 1962 to Edward Rudderman and Chippy (Gilmore) in Statesboro, Georgia.

She attended Albany High School graduating in 1980 and then attended Georgia Southern University as a vocal major. She married Deron D. Shouppe on...

Kirk Askew Larkin

Kirk Askew Larkin

March 7, 2026

Kirk Askew Larkin (Oda) May 28, 1938 – March 7, 2026 Kirk Askew Larkin (Oda) was born May 28, 1938, in Saint Louis, Missouri, to W. H. Larkin III and Francis (Sue) Askew Larkin. He passed away on March 7, 2026, at his home, The GnO.

Kirk moved to Waxahachie in 1955 and graduated from Waxahachie High School. He then attended...

Ulysses “Blessed and Highly Favored” Kinnel

Ulysses “Blessed and Highly Favored” Kinnel

March 6, 2026

Ulysses “Blessed and Highly Favored” Kinnel, 87, of Waxahachie, Texas, passed away peacefully on March 6, 2026.

Ulysses was born on August 4, 1938, in Villa Ridge, Illinois, to Ralph E. Kinnel and Alma Cavit. He lived a life filled with faith, love, adventure, and dedication to his family and community.

On July 25, 1981, he married the love of his life,...

Debora Ann Goff

Debora Ann Goff

March 5, 2026

Debora Ann Goff, known lovingly as Deb or Debbie, passed away suddenly on March 5, 2026, in Waxahachie, Texas, at the age of 72 after a long courageous battle with cancer. She was born on April 27, 1953, in Jacksonville Florida to Andrew and Marlis Headland. She grew up on the family farm near Jamestown ND. Debora lived a life...

Tina Crouch

Tina Crouch

March 3, 2026

Tina (Christine) Deann Thomas Crouch, age 77, passed away peacefully on March 3, 2026, surrounded by the love of her family.

Tina lived a beautiful life centered on her faith, her family, and the many people she mentored and encouraged along the way. She graduated with a Bachelor of Business Administration in Accounting and built a successful career in the oil...

Nita Joyce Terry

Nita Joyce Terry

March 2, 2026

Nita Joyce Mauldin Terry, aged eighty-seven (87) of Red Oak, Texas, returned to her Lord Jesus in Dallas, Texas on March 2, 2026, surrounded by her loving family. Nita was born February 10, 1939, in Italy, Texas, to Juanita Binkley and Ray Clyde Mauldin. She graduated from Italy High School in 1957 and immediately went to work for Southwestern Bell...

Bob McElyea

Bob McElyea

March 2, 2026

Bobby Lee McElyea, 87, of Maypearl, Texas, passed away on March 2, 2026.

Bob was born on May 24, 1938, in Fort Smith, Arkansas, to John and Erma McElyea. His family soon moved to Tucson, Arizona, where Bob was raised until he joined the Air Force at age 17 and was stationed in England for two years. After returning to Arizona,...

Deborah Lynn Rayfield

Deborah Lynn Rayfield

March 1, 2026

Deborah Lynn Rayfield, 71, went home to Jesus on March 1, 2026 in Dallas, Texas. Deborah was born on December 20, 1954 to Warren Meier and Jeanne (Yarbrough) Meier in Fort Worth, Texas.

Deborah graduated from Alvarado High School class of 1973. She was also a proud alumni of Schreiner College in Kerrville, Texas and the University of Texas at Austin...

Marttie Deane Howard

Marttie Deane Howard

February 27, 2026

Marttie Deane Howard was born on Aug. 25, 1964, in Waxahachie, TX, to Joseph Marttie "J.M." and Dorothy Allen Howard.

She was raised in Waxahachie and was a member of the Waxahachie class of 1982. During her time in high school, she was very active in the FFA and brought home many ribbons for her show rabbits. She later attended Rose...

Guadalupe Leal Jr.

Guadalupe Leal Jr.

February 27, 2026

Guadalupe "Wally" Leal Jr.February 10, 1963 - February 27, 2026

Guadalupe "Wally" Leal Jr., 63 passed away peacefully on Friday, February 27, 2026. He was born February 10, 1963 to Guadalupe and Armandina Leal.

Wally is survived by his wife Rhonda; children Mary Hughes, Christina Smith & William, Dwayne Turnbo & Amanda, Brandy Tracy & Charles, and Steven Leal; along with grandchildren Destiny,...

Darell V. Nay

Darell V. Nay

February 24, 2026

In Loving Memory of Darell Vernon Nay

June 11, 1933 — February 24, 2026

Darell Vernon Nay, a beloved "Gentle Giant" of the Waxahachie community and a man defined by his unwavering work ethic, a strong faith in God, and a deep love for his family, passed away on Tuesday, February 24, 2026. He died as he had lived—working on his farm...