Local Obituaries for Families in Amarillo, Texas

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

Jun 8, 2026

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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,...

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...

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...

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...

Apr 24, 2026

Walter Lynn Smith, 63, of Amarillo, Texas, passed away on Friday, April 24, 2026. No services will be held at this time.

Walter was born on July 23, 1962, in Amarillo, Texas, to Walter Vorland Smith and Anna Jean Patton. He graduated from Palo Duro High School and went on to dedicate 32 years of service to BNSF Railway, where he...

Apr 23, 2026

Jeanette Robbins, 76, of Amarillo, Texas, passed away on Thursday, April 23, 2026. Funeral services are scheduled for 2 pm, Wednesday, April 29, 2026, at LaGrone Blackburn-Shaw Funeral Directors Coulter Chapel.

Jeanette was born on April 1, 1950, in Amarillo, Texas, to Fred Ely and Fern Mickey Ely. She graduated from Canyon High School in 1968 and later continued her education...

Apr 16, 2026

Evin Andrew Sotelo passed away on April 16, 2026. Evin was born May 20, 2000, to Eduardo Bastardo Jr. and April Sotelo in Seminole, Texas.

Evin was preceded in death by his son, Evin Andrew Sotelo Jr, “EJ”, and Stepfather Clifton Ochoa.

Evin is survived by his parents, and Stepmother Claudia Bastardo; his partner Tori Gausin and daughter Ella Grace Sotelo; his...

Mar 27, 2026

Saul Gonzales Jr. was born on September 8th, 1952 and passed away on March 27th, 2026. Saul was preceded in death by his father, Saul Sr., his brothers Robert and Jerry, his sister Gloria, and his beloved son Santos. Saul is survived by his mother, Margaret, sister Lupe, and brother, Ronnie. The light of his life, his daughter Tina Louise....

Mar 27, 2026

Irma Garcia, 69, of Amarillo, Texas, passed away on March 27, 2026. Funeral services are scheduled for 2pm, Thursday, April 2, 2026, at LaGrone Blackburn-Shaw Funeral Directors, Coulter Road chapel.

Irma was born on November 7, 1956, to Candelario Gutierrez and Ramona Duarte Miramontes. She later moved from Albuquerque, New Mexico, to Hereford, Texas. On April 15, 1979, Irma married Moises...