Obituaries

Feb 18, 2026

Johnny Joe Gomez, 72, of Robinson, Texas passed away on February 18, 2026. He was born on August 1, 1953 in McGregor, Texas.

Johnny went to school in Ogelsby. He enjoyed fishing and was a truck driver for several years. His hobby included a collection of baseball and football cards.

He was a veteran and served in the United States Marine Corps...

Feb 17, 2026

C. Lois (Harris) Marchbanks, age 64, of Waco, peacefully passed away Tuesday, February 17, 2026 surrounded by her family. There will be a visitation with viewing from 3:00-5:00 p.m. Sunday, February 22nd at Pecan Grove Funeral Home.

Lois was born October 19, 1961 to Lloyd and Inez (Chisum) Harris in Waco, Texas. She married William ‘Mike’ Marchbanks on November 20, 1981,...

Feb 14, 2026

Wendy Lynn (Reinke) Winter, age 51, of Robinson, Texas, passed away peacefully on Saturday, February 14, 2026.

Wendy was born on October 14, 1974, in Waco, Texas, to Leonard and Diana (Kelinske) Reinke. She grew up in the Waco area and was a graduate of Bosqueville High School.

On August 1, 2004, Wendy married the love of her life, Michael Ray Winter....

Feb 13, 2026

J. Lester Taylor, Sr., age 95, of Robinson, Texas passed away Friday, February 13, 2026.

A celebration of life will be held at 2:00 p.m. Sunday, March 1st at Lee Lockwood Library and Museum, 2801 W. Waco Drive, Waco, Texas with Pastor David Cozart, Executive Pastor Meadowbrook Baptist Church officiating and Mike Waldrop presiding over the Masonic Memorial Service. There will...

Feb 10, 2026

Lance Tyler Tosh, 35, of Waco, TX, passed away Tuesday, February 10, 2026.

Lance was born in Waco, TX, to David Tosh and Kim (Brietenstein) Tosh. He was a graduate of Midway High School. Lance enjoyed working in restaurants around Waco and was an excellent cook. He loved animals, and recently adopted his newest puppy, Zendaya.

Lance was preceded in death by...

Feb 7, 2026

Ernestine Puente, 91, of Waco, passed away on February 7, 2026 in Waco. She was born in Buda, TX to Concepcion Suares on March 16, 1934.

 She was married to Moises H. Puente Sr. of 52 years. She worked as a tech for Marathon Battery for many years. 

Ernestine was preceded in death by her husband Moises Hernandez Puente Sr, Daughter-in-law Cindy...

Feb 7, 2026

Samuel Solis Hernandez, age 77, entered the gates of Heaven on February 7, 2026. He was born on August 5,1948, in Brady, Texas to Andres and Anita Hernandez, the second of eight children.

Samuel spent his early years in Brady, TX, before his family moved to Brownwood, Texas where he met and married the love of his life, Rosa Ramos, in...

Feb 6, 2026

Mary Louise Krause, 91, of Robinson, Texas passed away peacefully to be with her Lord on February 6, 2026, surrounded by her loving family. Born on May 8, 1934 in Nell, Texas to James and Rosalie Kunde, Mary lived a life filled with compassion and unwavering dedication to her family and friends. She was baptized into Christ on July 8,...

Feb 3, 2026

Israel Moreno Jr., lovingly known as Handsome, Baby Israel, and Izzy, age 29, passed away on February 3, 2026. Funeral services will be 11 a.m. Wednesday, February 11 at Pecan Grove Funeral Home with Pastor Jason Ramos officiating. There will be a visitation one hour before the service beginning at 10 a.m.

Born on August 25, 1996, in Lubbock, Texas, Israel...

Feb 1, 2026

Erasmo Flores Perez, a man of profound hard work, infectious laughter, and a spirit that thrived outdoors, passed away on February 1, 2026, at the age of 78.

Born on November 25, 1947 in Lagunillas, San Luis Potosí, Mexico, Erasmo was the eldest son of Juan Perez and Margarita Flores. His journey eventually led him to the United States, where he...

Jan 31, 2026

Jan 30, 2026

Johnny Trevino, 73, of Elm Mott, Texas passed away on January 30, 2026. He was born on July 3, 1952 to Jose and Andrea Trevino in Leroy, Texas.

He married the love of his life, Maria in May of 2006 after being together for many years. He enjoyed cooking out for his family, watching sports, specifically the Cowboys. He liked to...

Jan 30, 2026

Charles J. Whitmire, of Waco, passed away peacefully, surrounded by his daughters and loved ones, on January 30th, 2026.

Chuck was born on St. Joseph’s Day March 19, 1956, the only son to Charles H. Whitmire and Eleanor Roppolo Whitmire of Houston. Chuck graduated from Cypress Fairbanks High School in 1974, and he enjoyed summers in Waco on the family farm...

Jan 30, 2026

Vivian Evon Miller Niles, 81, of Elm Mott, Texas, passed away on January 30, 2026. Born on October 29, 1944 in McGregor, Texas, she was the daughter of William H. and Dora Mae Miller.

Vivian was united in marriage at the age of 17 to the love of her life, Jerry R. Niles Sr., in 1962. Together, they shared 48 wonderful...

Jan 29, 2026

Barbara (Herrington) Farney, 88, of Golinda, TX, went to be with her Lord and Savior on Thursday, January 29, 2026.

Funeral services will be at 11:00 a.m. February 4th at Pecan Grove Funeral Home with Pastor John Rainey of Southside Church of Christ, officiating. Burial will immediately follow at Robinson Cemetery. There will be a visitation one hour prior to service...

Jan 28, 2026

Judith (Judy) Shotwell of Waco, Texas passed away peacefully at Baylor Scott and White on Wednesday, January 28, 2026, at 81 years of age, surrounded by her family and loved ones. 

Judy was born in Waco on April 13, 1944, to Homer Jack Bishop and Dorothy Mildred Bishop. She was preceded in death by her parents, a brother, Joe D. Werthen,...

Jan 27, 2026

Brenda Kay Rabbe, age 68, went to be with the Lord on January 27, 2026.

She was born on April 25, 1957, in Robinson, TX, where she grew up in a Lutheran household, attending church, playing sports, and riding horses. She was voted Miss Congeniality in high school and had many friends! She was an all-star volleyball player and cheerleader. She...

Jan 25, 2026

John Clifton Hively, Jr., 85, of Hewitt, died Sunday, January 25, at a local hospital. The memorial service will be at 10:30 a.m. Saturday February 14, at Pecan Grove Funeral Home.

John, a Christian, has gone home to be with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. John was born November 23, 1940 in San Diego, California to John C. and Wilda...

Jan 24, 2026

Rebecca Ann Murphey Clukey, age 63, passed away peacefully at her home on Saturday, January 24, 2026. Celebration of Life will be at 11:00 a.m. Saturday, February 7 at Pecan Grove Funeral Home with Pastor Mike Voigts officiating. There will be a visitation one hour prior to the service, beginning at 10:00 a.m.

Rebecca was born on December 22, 1962, in...

Jan 22, 2026

Bryant L.Hinson passed into eternal rest on January 22,2026 at the age of 94.

Bryant was born to Sardis and Gertrude Hinson on January 10, 1932. He was a graduate of Bruceville-Eddy class of ‘49. He joined the Air Force after graduation and served proudly for 10 years. He was the county clerk then the tax assessor for Falls county. He...