Obituaries
Suzanne Sellers Bingham
Jan 19, 2026
Suzanne Sellers Bingham of Waco, Texas, passed away January 19, 2026, at Baylor Scott & White Hillcrest Hospital in Waco. A graveside service will be held on Thursday, January 29 at Chapel Hill cemetery in Waco at 2:00 p.m. In addition, friends and family are invited to stop by OakCrest Funeral Home in Waco between the hours of 9:00 a.m....
Jose A. Morales
Jan 18, 2026
Jose A. Morales passed away on Sunday, January 18, 2026. Visitation is from 6-8pm with the Rosary recited at 7:00pm on Tuesday, January 27th at OakCrest Funeral Home. Services will be held at 10:00am on Wednesday, January 28th also at OakCrest Funeral Home with the burial at Oakwood Cemetery immediately following.
Jose entered the United States Army in March 1960 and...
Henry Gonzales, III.
Jan 16, 2026
Celebrating the Life of Henry “Top” Gonzales, III.
Henry “Top” Gonzales III, of Waco, Texas, was called home to be with the Lord on Friday, January 16, 2026, surrounded by his loving family. He was born on September 14, 1949, in Waco, Texas, to Henry and Mary Gonzales Jr.
Henry was a devoted member of Viento Fuerte Church, where he faithfully served...
Samantha Rene Allan Ramirez
Jan 15, 2026
Samantha Rene Allan Ramirez, age 47, of Hewitt, Texas, went to be with the Lord and Savior on Thursday, January 15, 2026 at her home. Samantha was born on August 7, 1978 in Waco, Texas to William Peter Allan and Ortencia Coronado.
Visitation is from 6:00-8:00 PM at OakCrest Funeral Home at 4520 Bosque Blvd., Waco, Texas with a Rosary recited...
Frank Turrubiartez
Jan 14, 2026
Frank Turrubiartez, affectionately known by many nicknames including “Big Pimpin’”, “Papi Lindo,” “Frankie,” and “Big Little Brother,” passed away on January 14, 2026. He was born on December 21, 1976 in Hanover, Pennsylvania to Francisco Turrubiartes and Olivia Turrubiartez.
In 1981, Frank and his family moved to Texas, where he grew up and later raised his own family in Waco, Texas....
Onnie Ray Nichols
Jan 12, 2026
Onnie Ray Nichols was born a twin on March 11, 1955 to Ollie and Gertie Mae Nichols. He attended Waco schools, graduating from Jefferson Moore High School in 1973.
He joined the United States Army after high school as a mechanic (MOS 91B). While on active duty he traveled to Germany, Colorado, and Georgia. After his active duty, he continued to...
Allen D. Polonsky, Sr.
Jan 10, 2026
Allen Don Polonsky, Sr. went to be with his Lord and Savior on Saturday, January 10, 2026 surrounded by his family. Allen was born to Issie and Ida Polonsky on October 10, 1933.
Allen graduated from University High School, 4-C Business College, and some classes while in the Navy. He joined the US Navy in 1951 and was discharged in 1955.
He...
Rev. Thomas L. Wagstaff
Jan 5, 2026
We are saddened to share that Reverend Thomas Leroy Wagstaff passed away on January 5, 2026, at age 80. Rev Wagstaff was a cherished spouse, parent, and friend whose warmth, kindness, and unwavering spirit touched the lives of all who knew them.
Born on January 12,1945 in Claremore, Oklahoma, Thomas lived a life full of love, laughter, and purpose. He was...
Mary Sue Taube
Jan 5, 2026
Mary Sue Taube was born in 1929 to Abbie and Elmer Wollard near Mt. Calm, Texas. She graduated from Mt. Calm High School and 4C College then worked in banking. Mary belonged to Cogdell Methodist Church, United Methodist Women, Altrusa Service Club, and the Cabaret Dance Club. She married Joe Taube in 1985.
She is survived by her children, Bill Taube...
Tammy Knight
Jan 3, 2026
Tammy Marie Knight, 61, of Waco, Texas passed away on Saturday, January 3, 2026. She was born on August 30, 1964 in Racine, WI and relocated to the Woodway/Speegleville area with her family in 1979. She attended and graduated from Crawford ISD.
Tammy enjoyed singing karaoke and playing bingo with her many friends. She also enjoyed watching game shows such as...
Jessica Rivera Martinez
Jan 1, 2026
Jessica Rivera Martinez, 45, of Waco Texas, passed away on January 1, 2026, surrounded by loved ones after a brief but courageous battle with cancer. Born on January 10, 1980, in Carrizo Springs, Jessica was the seventh of eight children to Maria Esther Gloria Rivera and Ismael Montoya Rivera. Affectionately known as “Cuchie,” she was cherished for her big heart...
Sylvia C. Navarro
Jan 1, 2026
Sylvia Navarro, 67, of Waco, Texas, passed away peacefully on January 1, 2026. Born on November 6, 1958, she was the daughter of Betty Erebia and Marcilio Cavazos, Sr.
She was A longtime resident of Waco, Texas. Sylvia dedicated over 25 years of service to Baylor University, where she was well known for excellent work ethics. Sylvia was a woman of...
Wayne Lee Hill
Jan 1, 2026
Wayne Lee Hill, 91, of Eddy, passed away at the dawn of a new year with his loved ones by his side. Visitation will be Friday, January 9 from 5-7pm at OakCrest Funeral Home, 4520 Bosque Boulevard, Waco Texas. Service will be at 10am Saturday, January 10 at OakCrest Funeral Home with Lee Casey officiating. Burial will follow at Waco...
Ruben Morales
Dec 31, 2025
Ruben Morales (Pop) passed away on Wednesday, December 31, 2025.
Ruben was born on July 18, 1955 in Waco, Texas to Raymundo and Maria Morales. He served in the Navy and was honorably discharged due to injury and health issues. Ruben loved to draw, paint, and play music with his guitar. Everyone that knew him, knew him as “Heavy” but my...
Martha Jones
Dec 30, 2025
Martha Jones, a beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away on December 30, 2025, at the age of 84. Born in Somerville, Texas on March 17, 1941, Martha grew up in a large, loving family and attended Somerville High School. She lived most of her life in Eddy, Texas, where she was an active member of the Bruceville-Eddy...
Lafayette Leroy Campbell
Dec 25, 2025
Lafayette Leroy Campbell, 93, of Waco, Texas passed away on December 25, 2025, at his home surrounded by loving family. Leroy was born on March 4, 1932 in Brandon, Texas. He was a devoted husband to Frances Wyatt Campbell and a loving father to Betsy, Stephen, and Lesia.
After Frances’ death, he found love again and married Doris Engholm. He continued...
Martina Maldonado Florez
Dec 23, 2025
Our loving mother passed away at 102 years old. She was the true matriarch of our family. She loved every one of us with open arms and an open heart. She was always quick with a joke, filling the house with laughter and love, and the unmistakable smell of the best tamales you could ever have.
Martina built a legacy that...
Marian McElroy
Dec 22, 2025
Marian Lorene Armstrong McElroy went to be with the Lord on December 22, 2025, surrounded by her family. Her celebration of life service will be in the Highland Baptist Church Chapel on January 10 at 2:00pm. Visitation will be in the Chapel an hour prior to the service. Stephen McElroy, Janet Ross, and Mark Wible will officiate.
** The service will...
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