LaNell Hamilton Yeats
May 7, 2025
LaNell passed peacefully at home with her family on May 7, 2025, just five months after the passing of her husband of 72 years, Conard. LaNell was born at home in Caddo, Oklahoma on January 19, 1935 to Bill & Essie Mae Hamilton. She was raised on a dairy farm until marrying Conard in 1952 and moving to Fort Worth....
Bubba Ostrander
May 1, 2025
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We are currently gathering the details to honor and reflect on the life of Bubba Ostrander. 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.
Thomas Lester Wentz
April 30, 2025
Greatly loved, respected son, brother, husband, father, and friend, Thomas Lester Wentz, was received, we believe joyously, by Jesus Christ on Wednesday, April 30, 2025. Thomas was born on August 9, 1964, in Camden, New Jersey, to John Lewis Wentz, Jr. and Nancy Ardella Wentz.
Thomas grew up in Arlington, Texas. At an early age, he found a passion for riding...
Chase Lane Smith
2025
Chase Lane Smith (1985–2025)
Chase Lane Smith, 40, of Keller, Texas—originally from Waxahachie—was taken to glory unexpectedly early this week, leaving behind many who loved him dearly. Born on January 4, 1985, Chase brought a quick wit, kind heart, and loyal spirit to everyone who knew him. To know Chase was to love him.
A proud graduate of Waxahachie High School, Chase...
Jake Joseph Escamilla
April 25, 2025
Jake Escamilla passed away on the morning of April 25th 2025 at the age of 73 surrounded by his family.
Jake lived his life rooted in his faith, guided by his favorite verse, John 3:16: “For God so loved the world that he gave his only Son, that whoever believes in him should not perish but have eternal life.” His love...
Billy Joe Patten
April 25, 2025
BILLY JOE PATTEN
Billy Joe Patten, born August 4, 1926, passed away April 25, 2025, in Cedar Hill, Texas at the age of 98.
As a young child, Bill lived in west Texas with his family and recalled some of the troubles they endured during the Dust Bowl. At the age of 5 he travelled from Lubbock in a boxcar with his...
Alleen Catherine Anderson
April 24, 2025
Alleen Catherine Anderson, 98, peacefully passed into God's hands on April 24, 2025. She was a beloved mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. Alleen is survived by her daughters, Donna de Socarraz (Mike) and Gail Szymczak; as well as four grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her son, Michael Anderson.
Alleen will be deeply missed by her family and...
Manuel Antonio De Dominicis
April 19, 2025
Manuel “Tony” Antonio De Dominicis, born February 22nd, 1953 was 72 years old when he passed away from a long illness. He died peacefully in the afternoon on Saturday, April 19th, 2025, in Midlothian, TX, surrounded by family members. He was a gentle soul, beloved by family and friends and will truly be missed.
Tony was born in Uruguay and grew...
Gerald "Gary" Paul Sturgeon
April 18, 2025
Gerald Paul Sturgeon entered his eternal home in Glory on April 18, 2025, in Waxahachie, Ellis County, Texas, at the age of 81.
Born on December 1, 1943, in Okeene, Oklahoma, Gary lived a full and faithful life marked by integrity, hard work, and love for his family. He endured Alzheimer’s disease in his later years. As his memory faded, his...
Edgar O. Howard
April 16, 2025
Edgar Oleta "Eddie" Howard, 99, died April 16th at his home in Waxahachie, Ellis County, Texas. Visitation will be April 24, 2025, at 9:00 a.m. at Wayne Boze Funeral Home. Service will follow immediately at 10:00 a.m. with Carolyn Wilkinson officiating. Interment will follow at Waxahachie City Cemetery.
Edgar was born on March 4, 1926, in Muleshoe, Texas to Thomas Monta...
Marie Shelton
April 10, 2025
Marie Shelton, 94, passed away peacefully at home on April 10, 2025.
Marie married the love of her life, Ardie Shelton, on June 4, 1948. Together, they built a beautiful life in Sardis, Texas, where they raised two daughters. She retired from Employers Insurance after 32 years of dedicated service. Marie loved spending time in her garden, traveling, and crocheting, she...
Bert Eugene Martin
April 10, 2025
It is with deep sorrow and much love that we mourn the passing of Bert Martin of Waxahachie, Texas, on Thursday, April 10, 2025, at the age of 81.
He will be lovingly remembered by his wife of 58 years, Cora Lynn Wood; children: Bambi Bratton and husband David, Jill Tew and husband Monty, Jerad, and Michelle Goettle and husband Brian;...
Gary Wayne Crawford
April 8, 2025
We are honored to serve the family of Gary Crawford. A full obituary will be posted here once it becomes available. In the meantime, we invite you to share your memories, messages of comfort, and expressions of sympathy in the Guestbook below as we remember and celebrate his life together.
Billy Joe Glendening
April 7, 2025
Billy Joe Glendening, age 84, of Palmer, Texas, passed away on April 7, 2025, in Mansfield, Texas. He was born on March 19, 1941, in Harrison, Arkansas, and lived most of his life in Palmer.
Bill was preceded in death by his beloved wife of 58 years, Peggy Jean Glendening, whom he married on September 5, 1960. He was also preceded...
Gregory Allen Compton
April 4, 2025
Greg Compton Sr., a Cleaning and Restoration professional, lifelong entrepreneur, and proud Waxahachie resident, died Friday, April 4, 2025, with his family by his side at the age of 61 at Baylor Hospital.
Greg is survived by his father, Robert Compton; his wife, Ginger Compton; his children, Robert, Greg Jr., David, and Cody Compton; as well as numerous grandchildren. He is...
Jennifer Kay Holt
April 2, 2025
Jennifer Kay Holt, 53, of Waxahachie, Texas, passed away on April 2, 2025 surrounded by her husband, daughter, and best friend of 50 years.
Jenny was born on March 11, 1972 in Waxahachie, Texas to Betty Lou Choate and Danny Nolan Woodruff. She grew up in Waxahachie and was known for her cross stitch, diamond paintings, and her everlasting love of...
Ann Elizabeth Braun-Shanks
March 28, 2025
Obituary for Ann Elizabeth Braun Shanks
Ann was born on July 24, 1946. She was 78 years old when she died on March 28, 2025, after a lengthy battle with Parkinson’s Disease.
Ann grew up in Dallas, Texas, where she lived with her parents, Robert and Gladys Braun, and her brother Steve. She had a normal happy childhood, growing up with a...
Pennye Renee Wilkerson
March 27, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Pennye Renee Wilkerson on March 27, 2025 at the age of 68. A devoted wife, loving mother, cherished sister, adoring grandmother, and compassionate soul, Pennye touched the lives of all who knew her.
Born on November 14, 1956, Pennye was the beloved daughter of John Dee Wooten and Janice Sue...
Shirley Ann Webb
March 22, 2025
Shirley Ann (Tounget) Webb was born November 20, 1944 in Ballinger, Texas to Arlis & Robbie Tounget. She graduated in 1963 from Ballinger High School and in 1966 from Howard Payne University.
She married John Webb on July 30, 1966 and began teaching elementary school in Carrollton Farmers Branch. She taught for three years before beginning her family with John, Jr....
Etta Louise Catlett
March 20, 2025
Etta Louise (Allen) Catlett passed away on March 20th. She was born on February 5, 1940, in Grand Saline, TX to Clarence and Gladys Allen, and was the 8th of 9 kids.
She married Billy Joe Catlett on December 31, 1960. They had three kids: Shelby, Stacy and Scotty.
She is preceded in death by her husband Bill Catlett, her parents Clarence...
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LaNell Hamilton Yeats
May 7, 2025
LaNell passed peacefully at home with her family on May 7, 2025, just five months after the passing of her husband of 72 years, Conard. LaNell was born at home in Caddo, Oklahoma on January 19, 1935 to Bill & Essie Mae Hamilton. She was raised on a dairy farm until marrying Conard in 1952 and moving to Fort Worth....
Bubba Ostrander
May 1, 2025
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We are currently gathering the details to honor and reflect on the life of Bubba Ostrander. 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.
Thomas Lester Wentz
April 30, 2025
Greatly loved, respected son, brother, husband, father, and friend, Thomas Lester Wentz, was received, we believe joyously, by Jesus Christ on Wednesday, April 30, 2025. Thomas was born on August 9, 1964, in Camden, New Jersey, to John Lewis Wentz, Jr. and Nancy Ardella Wentz.
Thomas grew up in Arlington, Texas. At an early age, he found a passion for riding...
Chase Lane Smith
2025
Chase Lane Smith (1985–2025)
Chase Lane Smith, 40, of Keller, Texas—originally from Waxahachie—was taken to glory unexpectedly early this week, leaving behind many who loved him dearly. Born on January 4, 1985, Chase brought a quick wit, kind heart, and loyal spirit to everyone who knew him. To know Chase was to love him.
A proud graduate of Waxahachie High School, Chase...
Jake Joseph Escamilla
April 25, 2025
Jake Escamilla passed away on the morning of April 25th 2025 at the age of 73 surrounded by his family.
Jake lived his life rooted in his faith, guided by his favorite verse, John 3:16: “For God so loved the world that he gave his only Son, that whoever believes in him should not perish but have eternal life.” His love...
Billy Joe Patten
April 25, 2025
BILLY JOE PATTEN
Billy Joe Patten, born August 4, 1926, passed away April 25, 2025, in Cedar Hill, Texas at the age of 98.
As a young child, Bill lived in west Texas with his family and recalled some of the troubles they endured during the Dust Bowl. At the age of 5 he travelled from Lubbock in a boxcar with his...
Alleen Catherine Anderson
April 24, 2025
Alleen Catherine Anderson, 98, peacefully passed into God's hands on April 24, 2025. She was a beloved mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. Alleen is survived by her daughters, Donna de Socarraz (Mike) and Gail Szymczak; as well as four grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her son, Michael Anderson.
Alleen will be deeply missed by her family and...
Manuel Antonio De Dominicis
April 19, 2025
Manuel “Tony” Antonio De Dominicis, born February 22nd, 1953 was 72 years old when he passed away from a long illness. He died peacefully in the afternoon on Saturday, April 19th, 2025, in Midlothian, TX, surrounded by family members. He was a gentle soul, beloved by family and friends and will truly be missed.
Tony was born in Uruguay and grew...
Gerald "Gary" Paul Sturgeon
April 18, 2025
Gerald Paul Sturgeon entered his eternal home in Glory on April 18, 2025, in Waxahachie, Ellis County, Texas, at the age of 81.
Born on December 1, 1943, in Okeene, Oklahoma, Gary lived a full and faithful life marked by integrity, hard work, and love for his family. He endured Alzheimer’s disease in his later years. As his memory faded, his...
Edgar O. Howard
April 16, 2025
Edgar Oleta "Eddie" Howard, 99, died April 16th at his home in Waxahachie, Ellis County, Texas. Visitation will be April 24, 2025, at 9:00 a.m. at Wayne Boze Funeral Home. Service will follow immediately at 10:00 a.m. with Carolyn Wilkinson officiating. Interment will follow at Waxahachie City Cemetery.
Edgar was born on March 4, 1926, in Muleshoe, Texas to Thomas Monta...
Marie Shelton
April 10, 2025
Marie Shelton, 94, passed away peacefully at home on April 10, 2025.
Marie married the love of her life, Ardie Shelton, on June 4, 1948. Together, they built a beautiful life in Sardis, Texas, where they raised two daughters. She retired from Employers Insurance after 32 years of dedicated service. Marie loved spending time in her garden, traveling, and crocheting, she...
Bert Eugene Martin
April 10, 2025
It is with deep sorrow and much love that we mourn the passing of Bert Martin of Waxahachie, Texas, on Thursday, April 10, 2025, at the age of 81.
He will be lovingly remembered by his wife of 58 years, Cora Lynn Wood; children: Bambi Bratton and husband David, Jill Tew and husband Monty, Jerad, and Michelle Goettle and husband Brian;...
Gary Wayne Crawford
April 8, 2025
We are honored to serve the family of Gary Crawford. A full obituary will be posted here once it becomes available. In the meantime, we invite you to share your memories, messages of comfort, and expressions of sympathy in the Guestbook below as we remember and celebrate his life together.
Billy Joe Glendening
April 7, 2025
Billy Joe Glendening, age 84, of Palmer, Texas, passed away on April 7, 2025, in Mansfield, Texas. He was born on March 19, 1941, in Harrison, Arkansas, and lived most of his life in Palmer.
Bill was preceded in death by his beloved wife of 58 years, Peggy Jean Glendening, whom he married on September 5, 1960. He was also preceded...
Gregory Allen Compton
April 4, 2025
Greg Compton Sr., a Cleaning and Restoration professional, lifelong entrepreneur, and proud Waxahachie resident, died Friday, April 4, 2025, with his family by his side at the age of 61 at Baylor Hospital.
Greg is survived by his father, Robert Compton; his wife, Ginger Compton; his children, Robert, Greg Jr., David, and Cody Compton; as well as numerous grandchildren. He is...
Jennifer Kay Holt
April 2, 2025
Jennifer Kay Holt, 53, of Waxahachie, Texas, passed away on April 2, 2025 surrounded by her husband, daughter, and best friend of 50 years.
Jenny was born on March 11, 1972 in Waxahachie, Texas to Betty Lou Choate and Danny Nolan Woodruff. She grew up in Waxahachie and was known for her cross stitch, diamond paintings, and her everlasting love of...
Ann Elizabeth Braun-Shanks
March 28, 2025
Obituary for Ann Elizabeth Braun Shanks
Ann was born on July 24, 1946. She was 78 years old when she died on March 28, 2025, after a lengthy battle with Parkinson’s Disease.
Ann grew up in Dallas, Texas, where she lived with her parents, Robert and Gladys Braun, and her brother Steve. She had a normal happy childhood, growing up with a...
Pennye Renee Wilkerson
March 27, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Pennye Renee Wilkerson on March 27, 2025 at the age of 68. A devoted wife, loving mother, cherished sister, adoring grandmother, and compassionate soul, Pennye touched the lives of all who knew her.
Born on November 14, 1956, Pennye was the beloved daughter of John Dee Wooten and Janice Sue...
Shirley Ann Webb
March 22, 2025
Shirley Ann (Tounget) Webb was born November 20, 1944 in Ballinger, Texas to Arlis & Robbie Tounget. She graduated in 1963 from Ballinger High School and in 1966 from Howard Payne University.
She married John Webb on July 30, 1966 and began teaching elementary school in Carrollton Farmers Branch. She taught for three years before beginning her family with John, Jr....
Etta Louise Catlett
March 20, 2025
Etta Louise (Allen) Catlett passed away on March 20th. She was born on February 5, 1940, in Grand Saline, TX to Clarence and Gladys Allen, and was the 8th of 9 kids.
She married Billy Joe Catlett on December 31, 1960. They had three kids: Shelby, Stacy and Scotty.
She is preceded in death by her husband Bill Catlett, her parents Clarence...
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