Obituaries

Thomas E. King

Thomas E. King

Jul 2, 2025

Tom King, age 58, of China Spring passed away in his sleep at Lake Shore Village Nursing Home on July 2, 2025. Tom will lie in state during the hours of 9:00 A.M.-3:00 P.M., Tuesday, July 8, 2025 at OakCrest Funeral Home chapel, 4520 Bosque Blvd., Waco, TX. to accept visiting friends and family during this time. Graveside service is...

Stephen Joseph Ott

Stephen Joseph Ott

Jul 1, 2025

Stephen Joseph Ott, 61, of Waco, passed away peacefully on July 1, 2025. Born February 23, 1964, in Waco, to Bernard and Dorothy Ott, Stephen was a 1982 graduate of Reicher Catholic High School and graduated from Texas State Technical Institute with an Associate of Applied Arts in Commercial Art and Advertising.

A talented artist and photographer, Stephen began his career...

Terrance A. Martin

Terrance A. Martin

Jun 29, 2025

Terry Allen Martin, age 85, of Lorena passed away on June 29, 2025. He was born in Ft. Wayne, Indiana to Norbert and Annabelle Martin.

Terry transferred to Waco with HWI in 1979. Terry was married to Delores for 43 wonderful years.

He is preceded in death by his parents, Norbert and Annabelle Martin; sister, Jackie Giradot; brothers, Ed Martin and Norbert...

Maxine Riddle

Maxine Riddle

Jun 28, 2025

Our mom, Maxine Riddle, age 92 ½, passed away peacefully at her home on June 28, 2025 surrounded by family. She was born on New Years Eve December 31, 1932 in Eden, Texas to Bertis and Josie Stewart with her twin sister Bertistine. Mom always said that Grandpa Bertis and Big Moma Josie had a theme when they named their...

Baldomero Corpus Cisneros

Baldomero Corpus Cisneros

Jun 26, 2025

Baldomero Corpus Cisneros mejor conocido como Don Baldo nació el día 16 de febrero del 1938 en Rayón, San Luis Potosí, México.

Baldomero fue un hombre muy trabajador en agricultura, fue un buen padre y abuelo. Le gustaba convivir con su familia, montar caballos y escuchar su música ranchera.

Le sobreviven sus hijos: Juan Corpus, Cecilia Corpus, Agapita Corpus y Lucia Corpus.

En...

Thomas W. Prikryl

Thomas W. Prikryl

Jun 24, 2025

Tom Prikryl passed away Tuesday, June 24, 2025 in Waco, Texas at age 92. He was born September 23, 1932 in Penelope, Texas to Rudolph and Elenora Prikryl. As a child, Tom shared farm life with his parents and 3 brothers. After graduating from high school, Tom worked on the farm until he entered the military. He was stationed in...

Maggie Marie Matyastik

Maggie Marie Matyastik

Jun 21, 2025

In Loving Memory of Maggie Marie Schulz Matyastik

Maggie Marie Matyastik went home to be with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on June 21, 2025.

Maggie was born on November 17, 1934, in a farmhouse in the Clarkson community of Milam County, Texas, to her parents Herman Frederick and Ornie Mae Schulz. From a young age, Maggie’s life was filled with...

Martha Jane Gerath

Martha Jane Gerath

Jun 19, 2025

Martha Jane Gerath, 93, passed away on June 19, 2025, in West, Texas, just three days after her birthday. She was born on June 16, 1932, in Bomarton, Texas, and lived a life marked by love, resilience, her love for the Lord, and an unwavering devotion to her family.

Martha was a housewife and mother to her children for many years....

Henry Nelson Carter III

Henry Nelson Carter III

Jun 17, 2025

Henry Nelson Carter III, 85, of Waco, Texas, passed away peacefully on June 17, 2025, at his cherished home in Cameron Park, surrounded by those who loved him most. A celebration of his remarkable life will be held Wednesday, June 25th, from 9 A.M. to 3 P.M. at OakCrest Funeral Home, 4520 Bosque Boulevard, Waco. A liturgical service will begin...

Margarita E. Villarreal

Margarita E. Villarreal

Jun 17, 2025

Margarita Estiv Villarreal, 89, of Waco, Texas passed away peacefully on June 17, 2025 surrounded by her loving family. Graveside services will be held at 10:00 am on Monday, July 21, 2025 at Oakwood Cemetery. A memorial service in her honor will take place Sunday, July 20, 2025 at OakCrest Funeral Home, time to be announced.

Margarita was born July 20,...

Gregory Stone

Gregory Stone

Jun 16, 2025

Gregory Lynn Stone

November 23, 1964 - June 16, 2025

At the Age of 60, Greg left behind an amazing daughter Nicki, son-in-law Blake, awesome son Johnathon, daughter-in-law Michelle, and several precious grandchildren!!!  Rosary will be at 10:30 a.m. Saturday, August 2, at St. Louis Catholic Church, followed by mass at 11 a.m. 

He is also survived by his loving mother Shirley, sister...

Johnny "Johnny Boy" Ordones

Johnny "Johnny Boy" Ordones

Jun 13, 2025

Johnny “Johnny Boy” Ordones passed away on June 13, 2025 in Waco, Texas at the age of 71.

Johnny was born on January 11, 1954 in Waco, Texas. He remained here surrounding himself with family and friends. He worked as a commercial flooring installer. One of his last employers was the former store, Fashion Floors.

He was proceeded in death by his...

Carolyn Quin Berry Matteson

Carolyn Quin Berry Matteson

Jun 9, 2025

Carolyn Quin Berry Matteson, 77, passed away suddenly on June 9, 2025 after a short illness, with her daughters by her side.

Carolyn was a lifelong resident of Waco, Texas, born to Dr. George W. and Mary Nelson Quin Berry. She and her family were dedicated members of St. Paul’s Episcopal Church. In 1966, she graduated from Richfield High School and...

Ashley N. Hux

Ashley N. Hux

Jun 8, 2025

Ashley N. Hux, 35, of Waco passed away on June 8, 2025.

Ashley N. Hux was born May 30, 1990 in Waco, Texas to Robert Hux, Jr. and Tammy Hux. She graduated from Waco High School in 2008.

At the age of 15 she started racing go-carts that she really enjoyed and was great at, she won a lot of races.

Then she...

Harold Lee Lincoln

Harold Lee Lincoln

Jun 8, 2025

Harold L. Lincoln was born June 19th, 1934 to Zelma Wyatt and Otha Lee Lincoln.

Harold L. Lincoln, served in the U.S. Navy from April 1955 to Dec. 1957. Due to his medical diagnosis he left the Navy early.

Following his service, he began working in the construction industry, becoming a project foreman. Construction work led him and his wife, Mary, to...

Eloisa Becerra Ochoa

Eloisa Becerra Ochoa

Jun 6, 2025

With both sorrow and deep gratitude, we announce the passing of Eloisa (Lois) Becerra Ochoa. She entered eternal rest, peacefully at home on Friday June 6, 2025, at the glorious age of 81.

Born to Joe and Mary Becerra on September 27, 1943, in Moody, Texas. She lived a life rooted in faith, family, and love. She was a devoted follower...

José Néstor Méndez

José Néstor Méndez

Jun 4, 2025

Con profundo dolor, la Familia Méndez les participa del lamentable fallecimiento del Sr. José Néstor Méndez (Don Neto) el 4 de junio de 2025 a la edad de 98 años en la ciudad de Waco, TX.

Don Neto nació en Peotillos, San Luis Potosí, México el 16 de noviembre de 1926. Le sobreviven su esposa Sra. Sara Dimas, su hermano Ramón...

Rev. Armando G. Virgen

Rev. Armando G. Virgen

Jun 1, 2025

Rev. Armando G. Virgen of Waco, affectionately known as “Bro. V”, entered Heaven’s gates on June 1, 2025, at home surrounded by his loving family. Family visitation will be at 7:00 p.m. on Friday, June 6 at Primera Iglesia Bautista. A Celebration of Life Service will be at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, June 7 at Primera Iglesia Bautista with Rev....

Mary Beth Obenoskey

Mary Beth Obenoskey

May 28, 2025

It is with deep love and sorrow that we announce the passing of Mary Beth Obenoskey — beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, and dear friend — on May 28, 2025. She passed peacefully, surrounded by the family she cherished, leaving behind a legacy defined by grace, sharp wit, and remarkable intelligence.

Mary was born on March 24, 1941 to Yeulalo...

Woodrow "Woody" Page

Woodrow "Woody" Page

May 27, 2025

Woodrow "Woody" Page passed away on May 27, 2025.  Family will take friends and visitors between 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM on Monday, June 2nd at OakCrest Funeral Home.  A graveside service will be held at 11:00 AM on Tuesday, June 3rd at St. Joseph's Catholic Cemetery in Rowena, Texas.