Obituaries

Gloria Ethel Self

Gloria Ethel Self

February 9, 2026

Gloria was born to Lucian Brown and Nola Kimbro on February 25, 1935. She went to Heaven on February 9, 2026. Gloria began piano lessons at age five and she gave her first solo recital at age nine. She started playing for Sunday school at Baptist Temple in San Antonio at age eleven.

Gloria earned a Bachelor of Music Education at...

Delores McKeever

Delores McKeever

February 7, 2026

We are honored to serve the family of Dorothy Delores McKeever. 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 her life together.

Delores will be buried at the Dallas Fort Worth National...

Deborah Jean Darsey

Deborah Jean Darsey

February 9, 2026

An obituary for Deborah J. Darsey 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.

Gloria Cheryl DeLara

Gloria Cheryl DeLara

February 5, 2026

Gloria Cheryl “Glo” DeLara February 9, 1967 - February 5, 2026

Gloria Cheryl “Glo” DeLara, beloved daughter, wife, sister, aunt, cousin, and friend, passed away on February 5, 2026, at the age of 58. While her absence is deeply felt by all who loved her, her life was filled with laughter, faith, music, and a love that reached far beyond family ties....

Jo Ann Nunns

Jo Ann Nunns

February 3, 2026

Jo Ann Harwell NunnsAugust 18, 1939 to February 3, 2026

Family and friends are invited to attend a graveside service on Tuesday, February 10, 2026 at 2:00pm at Gateway Memorial Park to honor and remember Jo Ann Nunns.

Services are under the direction of Wayne Boze Funeral Home.

The family has chosen not to publish a full obituary and thanks you for your...

Dolly Mae Kent

Dolly Mae Kent

January 29, 2026

Dolly Mae Kent, 88, passed peacefully into the arms of her Lord on January 29, 2026, surrounded by her family. Born on November 3, 1937, in Fort Benning, Georgia, to her parents, Henry James Smith and Gladys Leila Dela Chalkley, Dolly grew into a woman whose life was marked by faith, kindness, and a heart that welcomed everyone she met.

On...

Bettie Ann Junkin

Bettie Ann Junkin

January 29, 2026

Bettie Ann Junkin was born on August 1, 1937, and on January 29, 2026, at the beautiful age of 88, she peacefully made her journey to Heaven from the comfort of her home, resting in her favorite chair.

Bettie was a beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, and friend—but to everyone who knew her, she was simply “Granny.” Born and raised in...

Rose Sharon McMillan

Rose Sharon McMillan

January 26, 2026

Rose Sharon Ingram McMillan passed away peacefully in her home, surrounded by family, on January 26, 2026.

Rose was born on October 6, 1944, in Covington, Indiana, to her parents, James Carl Ingram and Jeanne Hayden Ingram. When she was nine years old, her family moved to Texas, which became her lifelong home and the place where she built a life...

Peggy Jo Schoolfield

Peggy Jo Schoolfield

January 19, 2026

Peggy “Casey” Schoolfield passed away peacefully in her sleep on January 19 in Waxahachie, Texas.

Casey was born in Crystal City, Texas, and graduated from Crystal City High School. She later attended the University of Texas School of Dentistry in Houston, where she earned her certificate as a Registered Dental Hygienist. She took pride in her work and remained dedicated to...

Jose Arriaga

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

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...

Helen Jane Clemmons

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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...

Gloria Ethel Self

Gloria Ethel Self

February 9, 2026

Gloria was born to Lucian Brown and Nola Kimbro on February 25, 1935. She went to Heaven on February 9, 2026. Gloria began piano lessons at age five and she gave her first solo recital at age nine. She started playing for Sunday school at Baptist Temple in San Antonio at age eleven.

Gloria earned a Bachelor of Music Education at...

Delores McKeever

Delores McKeever

February 7, 2026

We are honored to serve the family of Dorothy Delores McKeever. 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 her life together.

Delores will be buried at the Dallas Fort Worth National...

Deborah Jean Darsey

Deborah Jean Darsey

February 9, 2026

An obituary for Deborah J. Darsey 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.

Gloria Cheryl DeLara

Gloria Cheryl DeLara

February 5, 2026

Gloria Cheryl “Glo” DeLara February 9, 1967 - February 5, 2026

Gloria Cheryl “Glo” DeLara, beloved daughter, wife, sister, aunt, cousin, and friend, passed away on February 5, 2026, at the age of 58. While her absence is deeply felt by all who loved her, her life was filled with laughter, faith, music, and a love that reached far beyond family ties....

Jo Ann Nunns

Jo Ann Nunns

February 3, 2026

Jo Ann Harwell NunnsAugust 18, 1939 to February 3, 2026

Family and friends are invited to attend a graveside service on Tuesday, February 10, 2026 at 2:00pm at Gateway Memorial Park to honor and remember Jo Ann Nunns.

Services are under the direction of Wayne Boze Funeral Home.

The family has chosen not to publish a full obituary and thanks you for your...

Dolly Mae Kent

Dolly Mae Kent

January 29, 2026

Dolly Mae Kent, 88, passed peacefully into the arms of her Lord on January 29, 2026, surrounded by her family. Born on November 3, 1937, in Fort Benning, Georgia, to her parents, Henry James Smith and Gladys Leila Dela Chalkley, Dolly grew into a woman whose life was marked by faith, kindness, and a heart that welcomed everyone she met.

On...

Bettie Ann Junkin

Bettie Ann Junkin

January 29, 2026

Bettie Ann Junkin was born on August 1, 1937, and on January 29, 2026, at the beautiful age of 88, she peacefully made her journey to Heaven from the comfort of her home, resting in her favorite chair.

Bettie was a beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, and friend—but to everyone who knew her, she was simply “Granny.” Born and raised in...

Rose Sharon McMillan

Rose Sharon McMillan

January 26, 2026

Rose Sharon Ingram McMillan passed away peacefully in her home, surrounded by family, on January 26, 2026.

Rose was born on October 6, 1944, in Covington, Indiana, to her parents, James Carl Ingram and Jeanne Hayden Ingram. When she was nine years old, her family moved to Texas, which became her lifelong home and the place where she built a life...

Peggy Jo Schoolfield

Peggy Jo Schoolfield

January 19, 2026

Peggy “Casey” Schoolfield passed away peacefully in her sleep on January 19 in Waxahachie, Texas.

Casey was born in Crystal City, Texas, and graduated from Crystal City High School. She later attended the University of Texas School of Dentistry in Houston, where she earned her certificate as a Registered Dental Hygienist. She took pride in her work and remained dedicated to...

Jose Arriaga

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

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...

Helen Jane Clemmons

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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...