Obituaries

April 29, 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...

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...

April 25, 2025

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...

April 19, 2025

Obituary Pending

We are honored to serve the family of Mr. Manuel De Deominicis. 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 located below as we remember and celebrate his life together.

April 18, 2025

Obituary to Follow

We are currently gathering the details to honor and reflect on the life of Gary Sturgeon. 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.

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...

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...

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;...

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.

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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....

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...

March 15, 2025

Judith Anne Michener “Jude”, age 84, passed away peacefully at her home on March 15, 2025. She was born October 20, 1940 to Charles and Blanche Bowman in Davenport, Iowa. 

Jude grew up in Iowa and married Robert ‘Bob” Baer in West Branch, Iowa on June 20, 1963. They had 3 sons; Robert “Shorty” Baer, Ronald Baer, and Richard Baer. As...

March 13, 2025

Michael (Mikey) Loy Pinson, age 73, left this world to be reunited with his Lord at 1:24am, March 13th, 2025.

Michael was born on February 8th, 1952, in Waxahachie, Texas, the son of Kennith Loy Pinson and Helen Hartis Pinson.

He would then marry Donna Cantu on June 6th, 1982 and loved her with all his heart for 43 years.

Michael had a...

March 9, 2025

Obituary of Judith Holmes Clarke, 1942-2025

Judith Holmes Clarke, age 82, passed away peacefully in her sleep Sunday, March 9, 2025 in Midlothian, Texas. She was married 56 years to her husband Richard Lionel Clarke who passed away in 2020. She is the mother of seven children and a devoted member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. She...