Obituaries

Susie Ann "Tinker" Tucker

Susie Ann "Tinker" Tucker

Dec 7, 2025

Susie Ann Tucker (Gowin), age 68, of Valley Mills, Texas passed away on December 7, 2025. Graveside services will be held at 2pm on Wednesday, December 10, 2025 at Oakwood Cemetery in Waco, Texas.

She was born to Susie Mae Kinsey on November 1, 1957 in Brownwood, Texas. A devoted mom and gentle soul, she loved her dogs, enjoyed the beauty...

Melina Karen Saucedo

Melina Karen Saucedo

Dec 6, 2025

Melina Karen Saucedo, 49, of Waco, Texas, passed away on December 6, 2025, in Axtell, Texas. She was born on November 20, 1976 in Mexico City, Mexico, to Hermelinda Maya and Raymundo Saucedo.

Melina grew up in Waco and attended University High School before transferring to Midway High School, where she graduated with the Class of 1995. She later attended McLennan...

Andrés Estrada Núñez

Andrés Estrada Núñez

Dec 3, 2025

Con profundo dolor, anunciamos el fallecimiento de Andrés Estrada, a los 79 años de edad, el pasado 3 de diciembre en Waco, TX.

Andrés nació en San Lorenzo, Rio Grande Zacatecas, el día noviembre 10, 1946. Hijo de Mariano Estrada y Julia Nuñez. Vivió en Waco, TX trabajando en construcción, después de un tiempo se convirtió en trabajador independiente, formando su...

Johnny Angel Olvera

Johnny Angel Olvera

Nov 30, 2025

Johnny Angel Olvera, 30, passed away on November 30, 2025 in Denton, Texas. Born on October 7th, 1995 in Waco, Texas, Johnny brought light and joy to those around him from the very beginning.

A soul of vibrant energy and boundless creativity, Johnny lived life with a passion that radiated through everything he touched. He was an amazing jeweler who found...

Marianne Glenn Melton

Marianne Glenn Melton

Nov 30, 2025

Marianne Glenn Melton passed away peacefully on November 30, 2025 at St. Catherine’s Center in Waco, Texas, surrounded by family. A visitation will be held on Friday, December 5th from 5:00–7:00 p.m. at OakCrest Funeral Home in Waco, TX, with the interment at 2:30 p.m. on December 6th at Sparkman-Hillcrest Memorial Park Cemetery in Dallas, TX. A Memorial Service to...

Zora Celeste Saucedo

Zora Celeste Saucedo

Nov 27, 2025

 Zora Celeste Saucedo was born on October 22, 2025, to Kendall Montgomery and Jaime Saucedo.

She was preceded in death by her paternal great-great grandmother, Abuelita Cristina Rodriguez Maya; maternal great grandfathers, Willie Ray Cobb and Johnnie Montgomery; and maternal great grandparents, Burton and Linda Sparks.

She leaves to cherish her memory her loving parents, Jaime Saucedo and Kendall Montgomery; maternal grandparents,...

Victor Louis DuPart

Victor Louis DuPart

Nov 26, 2025

Victor Louis DuPart, born December 14,1931 in Detroit, Michigan passed away peacefully November 26, 2025 at St. Catherine’s Hospice in Waco, Texas.

He is survived by two sons and a daughter, Mike and Mary Lou DuPart, Alvin, Texas; Chris and Brad Cowan, Edinburg, Texas; Dave and Sue DuPart, Roswell, Georgia, four grandsons, Drew and Laura Cowan, San Antonio, Texas, Russell and...

Tony A. Montoya, Sr.

Tony A. Montoya, Sr.

Nov 25, 2025

Tony Alonzo Montoya, Sr., 79, of Waco, passed away Tuesday, November 25, 2025. Graveside services will be at 10am on Tuesday, December 2nd at Oakwood Cemetery with Deacon Antonio Arocha officiating. Family will receive visitors from 6-8pm on Monday, December 1st at OakCrest Funeral Home, with the rosary beginning at 7pm.

Tony Sr. was born January 26, 1946 in Asa, Texas...

Kerry Ann Pabian

Kerry Ann Pabian

Nov 18, 2025

Kerry Pabian, of Hewitt, Texas, passed away on November 18, 2025 at Baylor Scott & White Medical Center after a long battle with end-stage chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). While there will be no services held, as part of her last wishes, the family would love for everyone who knew and loved her to wear pink in her memory.

Kerry was...

Tommy Verle Sansom

Tommy Verle Sansom

Nov 17, 2025

Tommy Sansom, 75, of Waco, passed away on November 17, 2025. Visitation will be from 5:00-7:00pm on Thursday, November 20, 2025 at OakCrest Funeral Home in Waco, Texas. Services will be held at 10:00am, on Friday, November 21, 2025, also at OakCrest Funeral Home, with his cousin, David Bennett, officiating. Burial will follow at China Spring Cemetery.

Tommy was born on...

Francisco Olvera Ramírez

Francisco Olvera Ramírez

Nov 13, 2025

Francisco Olvera Ramirez, 21, of Waco, Texas passed away on Thursday, November 13, 2025 in Temple, Texas. Francisco was born on August 1, 2004 to Cosme and Raquel Olvera in Waco, Texas. Francisco attended University High School and then went to work with his father in the landscaping business. After two years, he became a lineman working on powerlines throughout...

Rick Wooley

Rick Wooley

Nov 13, 2025

Rickey Wooley, age 70, of Waco, Texas, went to be with the Lord on November 13, 2025, passing peacefully while surrounded by his family.

A visitation for Rickey will be held on Friday, November 21, 2025, beginning at 3pm, followed by a memorial service at 4pm at OakCrest Funeral Home, 4520 Bosque Blvd., Waco, Texas. Pastor David Cozart will be officiating.

Growing...

Frances "Fran" Elizabeth Hendrick

Frances "Fran" Elizabeth Hendrick

Nov 11, 2025

Fran passed peacefully to be with her Heavenly Father on November 11, 2025. Fran was preceded in death by her parents, Jimmy and Beth Edwards; her brother, Carlton Edwards; and her precious daughter, Jennifer “Jenny” Hendrick. She is survived by her husband of 44 years, Stephen Hendrick, of Mart, TX; her son, Matt Richardson and his wife, Julie, of Lorena,...

Melvin Robert Hanson

Melvin Robert Hanson

Nov 11, 2025

Melvin Robert Hanson, 72, of McGregor, passed away peacefully and suddenly at home with his wife by his side on November 11, 2025. Graveside services will be at 10 am on Wednesday, November 19th at Oakwood Cemetery, 2124 South 5th St, Waco, TX. A visitation will be held Tuesday, November 18th from 6 to 8pm at OakCrest Funeral Home, 4520...

Robert Keith Denney

Robert Keith Denney

Nov 7, 2025

We mourn the passing of Robert Keith Denney who passed away on Friday, November 7, 2025.  His kindness and warmth touched the lives of many and his legacy will remain in the hearts of family and friends, who cherish the memories shared and the love given so freely. During this time, we remember not only the life lived but the...

Stanley L. Kahikina

Stanley L. Kahikina

Nov 6, 2025

With heavy hearts, we announce the unexpected passing of Stan Kahikina, who left us suddenly at his home in Waco on November 6, 2025. A loving husband, father, brother and a cherished “Opa”, Stan lived a life defined by service, dedication, and love for his family.

He was born June 6, 1951 in the beautiful Alpine town of Garmisch in Southern...

Isabel Tovar

Isabel Tovar

Nov 6, 2025

Isabel Tovar, 63, of Waco, Texas passed away surrounded by loved ones. Visitation will be at 12pm on Saturday, November 15, 2025 at OakCrest Funeral Home, 4520 Bosque Blvd. Waco, Texas with the Rosary recited at 1pm. The service will follow at 1:30pm.

She was proceeded in death by her brothers, Joe Tovar, Jr. and Frank Bentura and her parents, Joe...

Tracy Lynn Vela

Tracy Lynn Vela

Nov 4, 2025

Tracy Lynn Vela, 55, of Waco, Texas, passed away peacefully at her home on November 4, 2025, surrounded by her loved ones.

Services will be held at OakCrest Funeral Home, 4520 Bosque Boulevard, Waco, Texas. Visitation will take place on Friday, November 7, from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., with funeral services on Saturday, November 8, at 11:00 a.m.

Tracy was born...

Coach Clyde Hart

Coach Clyde Hart

Nov 1, 2025

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Clyde Hart went home to be with our Savior on Saturday, November 1, 2025. Friends may pay their last respects between 8:00 am – 5:00 pm on Wednesday, November 5, 2025 at OakCrest Funeral Home, 4520 Bosque Blvd. Waco, Texas. A Celebration of Life Service will be...

Dale Robert Dunlap

Dale Robert Dunlap

Oct 27, 2025

Friends and family join together to pay tribute to Dale Robert Dunlap as he returned to his heavenly home October 27, 2025, as his devoted wife and son remained steadfast by his side.

Dale was born to Irene Tessmann and Robert Dunlap in Waco on August 17, 1951 and raised by his grandparents R.V. and Ethel Sullins. He attended Waco schools...