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Local Obituaries for Families in Amarillo, Texas
Mary Frances Clancy
Mar 19, 2025
Mary Frances Clancy, 82, of Amarillo, entered heaven on Wednesday, March 19, 2025.
Please check back at a later date for a completed obit, there are currently no services planned at this time.
Sharon Ruth Evans
Mar 16, 2025
Sharon Ruth Evans, age 78, peacefully passed from this life at her home on Sunday, March 16, 2025, surrounded by her beloved family.
A memorial service to celebrate her remarkable life will be held on Thursday, March 20, 2025, at 10:00 AM at Schooler Funeral Home, Brentwood Chapel, at 4100 South Georgia in Amarillo.
Sharon was born in Amarillo on June 28,...
James Charles Wright
Mar 14, 2025
James Wright, 77, of Amarillo, entered heaven Friday, March 14, 2025.
There are no services at this time.
Santiago "Jimmy" Marrugo
Mar 13, 2025
Santiago “Jimmy” Marrugo, 58, formerly of Amarillo, passed away on March 13, 2025, in Galveston, Texas.
The family will receive guests on Thursday, March 27, 2025, from 4 pm to 6 pm at Angel Funeral Home, 2209 S. Arthur. Rosary will begin at 6 pm. Mass will be celebrated on Friday, March 28, 2025, at 2 pm at Our Lady of...
Juan Jose Oliva Jr
Mar 8, 2025
Juan Jose Oliva Jr, 72, of Amarillo, passed away on March 8, 2025, in Pampa, Texas.
The family will receive guests on Thursday, March 13, 2025, at Angel Funeral Home, 2209 S. Arthur, from 9 am to 11 am. Funeral services will begin at 11 am.
Juan was born on November 9, 1952, in Havana, Cuba to Juan Jose Sr and Yolanda...
Jonathan "Catfish" Paul Evans
Mar 3, 2025
Jonathan “Catfish” Paul Evans, 70, of Amarillo, traded in his earthly vessel for an eternal rod and reel, then headed to the big lake in the sky on March 3, 2025.
A celebration of Catfish’s life will be held at a later date.
Catfish was born on February 23, 1955 in Tucson, Arizona to Roland and Gertrude (Protuy) Evans. As apparent by...
Myra Lynn Garrett
Feb 28, 2025
Myra Lynn Garrett, age 60, passed from this life on Friday, February 28, 2025 in Amarillo.
The family will receive guests Monday evening, March 3, 2025, from 5:30 PM until 7:00 PM at Angel Funeral Home, 2209 South Arthur. The funeral service will be on Tuesday, March 4, 2025, at 11:00 AM at Angel Funeral Home, with Pastor Larry Miles of...
Gary Michael Wasson
Feb 18, 2025
Gary Michael Wasson, 57, of Amarillo, passed away on February 18, 2025.
A Celebration of Life service will be held on Friday, 2/28/25 - 1:00 pm at Second Baptist Church, 419 N. Buchanan Street, Amarillo, TX.
Gary, or Michael as he was known by those closest to him, was born in Long Beach, California on February 7, 1968, to Gary H. and...
Lowell Shaw
Feb 12, 2025
Carmon "Lowell" Shaw, 83, of Plano, Texas, passed peacefully in Amarillo, Texas on February 12, 2025.
No services are scheduled at this time and the full obituary will be published at a later date.
James Ray Whitman
Feb 11, 2025
James Ray Whitman, 75, of Amarillo, passed peacefully in his home on February 11, 2025.
No services are scheduled at this time and the full obituary will be published at a later date.
Victor L Drake
Feb 9, 2025
Victor Lenor Drake 95, passed away on February 9th, 2025 in Amarillo, Texas.
Services are pending at this time.
He was born in Stratford, Oklahoma on August 15, 1929 to William Henry “Tant” Drake and Bessie Sisco Drake. He married Betty McClanahan. Victor served in the United States Air Force during the Korean War. He studied and became an Electrical Production &...
Kenneth Grabber
Jan 29, 2025
Kenneth Mikel Grabber, beloved son, brother, and friend, passed away in Amarillo, Texas on January 29th, 2025. He was 43 years old.
Kenny was born on August 1, 1981, in Liberal, Kansas, to Janet Evelyn and Mikel Duane Grabber. He grew up in Canyon, Texas, and graduated from Canyon High School in 1999, where he played trombone in the school band.
A...
Gilbert Riojas
Jan 28, 2025
It is with a heavy heart that we announce the passing of Gilbert Riojas of Amarillo, Texas, who left us on January 28, 2025. Gilbert was born to Elias Riojas and Mary Galvan on November 3, 1963, in Plainview, Texas.
A Memorial Mass will be held on Wednesday, February 05, 2025, at 10:00 am at St. Mary's Catholic Cathedral, with Rev....
Marvin Burel Bones
Jan 27, 2025
Marvin Burel Bones, 96, of Amarillo, Texas, moved to his heavenly home on January 27, 2025. He was born on January 30, 1928, at The Circle O Ranch in Potter County to Lucian and Mary Inez (Crawford) Bones. He was the beloved brother of Doris Atchison and Vivian Bowlin.
Marvin grew up with a natural curiosity for the world and a...
William L Daniels
Jan 23, 2025
William L. Daniels, 80, of Amarillo, passed peacefully in his home on January 23, 2025.
No services are planned at this time.
William L. Daniels was born on February 14, 1944. He passed away on January 23, 2025 in Amarillo, TX. He was the beloved son of Emmett V. and Katie Bingham Daniels.
He is survived by his loving children Vicki G. Mix...
Luisa Leal Ramon
Jan 22, 2025
Luisa Leal Ramon,86, of Crowell, Texas, passed away Tuesday, January 21, 2025
A graveside service will be held on Monday, February 3, 2025, at 2 pm at Llano Cemetery, with her son Alfredo Ramon presiding.
She was born to Juan P. Leal Sr. and Luz Murillo Leal on February 10, 1938, in Karnes City, Texas, where she was raised. She moved to...
Claire June McDowell
Jan 19, 2025
Claire June Woodson McDowell, 76, of Pampa, Texas, passed away peacefully on Sunday, January 19, 2025, surrounded by her loved ones. Born on March 23, 1948, in Battle Mountain, Nevada, Claire lived a remarkable life defined by fiery spirit, fierce determination, and boundless love.
Claire embraced many roles throughout her life: a devoted mother, loving wife, accomplished restaurant manager, successful business...
Margaret Denise Bitela
Jan 19, 2025
Margaret Denise Bitela passed away January 19, 2025, in Amarillo, Tx. No services are scheduled at this time.
Willie Ramirez Alcala
Jan 14, 2025
Willie R. Alcalá passed away peacefully on January 14, 2025.
Willie was born in Amarillo, Texas on June 25, 1932, to his parents Cruz and Maria Alcalá. He attended school at Our Lady of Guadalupe for some years and went on to graduate from Amarillo High School.
Willie was a Korean Combat Veteran, a proud member of the Army and through his...
Cecilia Lively
Jan 9, 2025
Cecilia "Cindy" Lively, 69, of Amarillo, passed away on January 9, 2025.
No services are scheduled at this time. Please check back for the complete obituary at a later date.
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