Local Obituaries for Families in Amarillo, Texas
Lieu Thi Phan
Jul 11, 2026
Lieu Thi Phan passed away on July 11th, 2026, at the age of 74 in her home in Amarillo, Texas surrounded by her loving family. The ultimate cause of her death was brain cancer; however, her sickness is not what defined her. Her family chooses for her to be remembered through her everlasting strength, love, faith and courage.
Born in Saigon,...
Ruby Kathryn Sanders
Jul 10, 2026
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved Ruby Kathryn Sanders. She passed away peacefully, surrounded by family into the loving arms of her Heavenly Father.
Ruby was born in February of 1930 to Ralph and Clara Roper in Burden, Kansas. She was the youngest child of 5. Ruby quickly married after a whirlwind romance to...
Martha Picazo
Jul 5, 2026
Martha Patricia Picazo, known to her family as Paty, died July 5, 2026. She was 34 years old. Beloved daughter of Irene Delgado Castañeda and the late Norberto Picazo Guitierrez. Paty was born and grew up in Rio Grande, Zac, Mexico, where she later moved at the age of 12 years old to Amarillo, Tx where she attended Sam Houston...
Julie Trujillo
Jul 2, 2026
Julie Ann Trujilllo, 82 of Raton, NM, went to be with the Lord, July 2nd, 2026. Born to her parents Maclovio (Mac) and Isabel Salazar July 9th,1943 in Ione Colorado. Julie was a loving and generous soul, the ultimate mother and wife. She welcomed anyone who needed a ride, a place to stay, or a warm meal. Fiercely protective of...
Rick Giese
Jun 27, 2026
Rick “Papo” Giese, 75, of Amarillo, Texas, peacefully met the Lord Jesus on June 27, 2026, surrounded by his loving family.
Born in Norfolk, Nebraska on September 28, 1950, he was the son of Clarence and Lou Giese. He met and fell in love with his adoring wife, Diane, before graduating from York High School in 1968. He pursued his degree...
John Eugene Burke Jr.
Jun 23, 2026
John E. Burke, Jr. was born on February 17, 1946, in Galveston, Texas, to John E. Burke and Pauline F. Bunyan. He graduated from La Marque High School in 1964 before joining the United States Navy, where he served as an Air Traffic Controlman during the Vietnam War. John married the love of his life, Patricia E. "Patty" Burke, in...
Doris Marie Faris
Jun 21, 2026
Doris Marie Faris, 96, of Amarillo, passed away on June 21. 2026.
Born on October 16, 1929, in Lorenzo, Texas, Doris was the beloved daughter of JD and Edith Smithee. She lived a life marked by deep faith, unwavering kindness, and a profound devotion to her family. Her love and guidance shaped the lives of her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren, leaving...
Veronica Rose Brown
Jun 18, 2026
Veronica Rose Brown, beloved mother, sister, and friend, passed away on June 18, 2026. Born on July 25, 1953, in Dimmit, Texas, Veronica's life was a testament to devotion, kindness, and unwavering loyalty to those she cherished.
Veronica was the daughter of Joseph Lange and Dorothy Lange, both of whom preceded her in death. She shared a special bond with her...
Ella "Dolores" Gillespie
Jun 14, 2026
Dolores Gillespie, age 89, crossed that Earthly-to-Heavenly Bridge to hear the Angels sing on June 14, 2026. Her Earthly journey began as Ella Dolores Wheeler on April 10, 1937 at The Stumps Hospital in Brownwood, Texas. She was the daughter of two proud parents, R.C. “Jack” and Catherine Wheeler. Her journey ended at The Ware in Amarillo, Texas.
Dolores crossed many...
Bonnie Eileen Antwine
Jun 10, 2026
It is with deep sorrow and much love that we announce the passing of Bonnie Eileen Antwine, who departed this world on June 10, 2026, at the age of 83. Bonnie was born on January 24, 1943, in Tucumcari, New Mexico. She was the daughter of E. Delbert and Jaunnetta Love, who preceded her in death along with her beloved...
Claudine Lehman
May 29, 2026
Claudine Lehman was born on September 23, 1937 in Amarillo, TX, to Claude and Lois Curb. After graduating from Amarillo High School in 1956, she attended the University of North Texas. She graduated with a Bachelor of Music in 1961 with a concentration in Voice and Piano. While attending North Texas, she became a member of Sigma Alpha Lota, a...
Paula Wilkins
May 24, 2026
Paula Fay Wilkins, age 89 of Amarillo, Texas, gained her angel wings and entered into her heavenly home Sunday evening, May 24, 2026.
Born December 15, 1936, in Cooper, Texas to Virgil and Pauline Reeves, Paula lived life to the fullest, enjoying her years as a devoted wife, mother, Girl Scout leader, and teacher, who made a significant impact on the...
Josefina Quinones Garcia
May 19, 2026
En Memoria Amorosa de Josefina Quiñones Garcia 19 de marzo de 1970 – 19 de mayo de 2026.
Josefina Quiñones Garcia, de 56 años, falleció en paz el 19 de mayo de 2026 en el Hospital BSA de Amarillo, Texas, rodeada del amor de su familia. Josefina nació el 19 de marzo de 1970 en Francisco Zarco, Durango, México, hija de...
Wesley Lee Busby
May 13, 2026
Wesley Lee Busby, 88, passed away peacefully at home on May 13, 2026, in Amarillo, Texas. Born on December 21, 1937, in Plainview, Texas, Wesley lived a full and vibrant life marked by dedication to his family, faith, and numerous passions.
Wesley was the beloved son of Otha Tilmon and Lillie Belle (Bounds) Busby. He had twin brothers, Paul Tilmon Busby...
Harold Stokes
May 5, 2026
James ‘Harold’ Stokes, 83, of Amarillo, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on May 5, 2026.
A born and raised Texas Panhandle man, Harold was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and faithful Christian whose steady presence and quiet strength touched everyone who knew him. He is survived by his beloved wife, Donna Stokes; his three sons and two daughters; nine...
Mary Edna Keplar
May 3, 2026
Mary Edna Keplar, December 2, 1945 – May 3, 2026
Mary Edna Keplar, 80, of Amarillo, passed peacefully on May 3, 2026, surrounded by the love and memories of a life beautifully lived. Born on December 2, 1945, in Kansas City to Juanita Elizabeth Crain and Edwin Hunter Day, Mary was truly one of a kind. Ornery, quiet, feisty, fiercely independent,...
Bonnie Jean Blackwell
Apr 30, 2026
Bonnie Jean Blackwell, 98, of Amarillo, Texas, passed away peacefully at home on April 30, 2026, just as she had wished. Born December 10, 1927, she was a beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and friend whose warmth, creativity, and strength touched everyone she knew.
Bonnie grew up during the Great Depression in a very poor family. Her father, Sigmond Loi Harrison, worked...
Darlene Petty
Apr 29, 2026
Darlene Petty, 77, of Amarillo, Texas, passed away on Wednesday, April 29, 2026. Graveside services are scheduled for 10am, Thursday, May 7, 2026, at Memory Gardens Cemetery of Amarillo.
Darlene was born on September 8, 1948, in Fort Cobb, Oklahoma to Henry Thomas and Fay Walker Ray.
She lived most of her life in Amarillo, where she worked for over 20 years...
Dianna Sweet
Apr 26, 2026
Dianna Sweet, 56, of Amarillo, Texas, passed away on Sunday, April 26, 2026, in Amarillo, Texas. Funeral services are scheduled for 2pm, Friday, May 1, 2026, at LaGrone Blackburn-Shaw Funeral Directors. The family will receive friends for a visitation on Friday, from 12-2pm.
Dianna was born on July 11, 1969, in San Antonio, Texas, to Doug Wiess and Linda Adkins. She...



