Local Obituaries for Families in Amarillo, Texas

Jul 27, 2023

Sylvia Ann Shannon passed away on July 27, 2023 in Amarillo Texas. She was born in Vancouver, Washington on January 4, 1958 to Harvey and Delores Treglown.

She was an only child, however she lived in a way that made everyone feel like family. She cared for the tired and weary and for the underdog. She often...

Jul 26, 2023

Clifford Wallace Johnson (April 17, 1941-July 26, 2023)

Cliff Johnson was an outgoing, creative, fun-loving soul who enjoyed entertaining his friends and family with stories and tall tales. He was an automobile aficionado, a music lover, and man with a grand sense of humor.

Born in Charleston, South Carolina on April 17, 1941 to Francis...

Jul 23, 2023

Kimberly R. Mosa, 47, of Pryor, Oklahoma died unexpectedly on Sunday, July 23, 2023. Services will be held at 10:00 am, Saturday, July 29, 2023, at Paramount Baptist Church, 3801 S Western Street with Rev. Dave Anderson, Connections Pastor officiating. Burial will follow at Memory Gardens Cemetery. Arrangements are by LaGrone-Blackburn-Shaw Funeral Directors, Coulter Road Chapel, 8310 S Coulter...

Jul 17, 2023

Leona “LUCILLE” Huston Moore

April 30, 1938 – July 17, 2023 (85)

Leona “LUCILLE” Huston Moore was born in Boise City, Oklahoma to Alfred C. and Pearl Leona Huston and attended schools in Boise City, then three semesters at Wayland Baptist College in Plainview, Texas. She returned to Boise City to work at the US...

Jul 13, 2023

Our dear Girish Chandra, aged 73, left us on 13 July 2023 in Amarillo, Texas, USA surrounded by family, after a brave battle with cancer. He is survived by Rita, his beloved life partner and soulmate; his children Palika & Rahul Chandra, Malavika & Aniket Joshi; his brothers and sisters: Avinash Chandra, Meera & Vivek Khare, Poonam & Balbir...

Jul 11, 2023

Erik Fernando Valdez, aka Big Dawg, 30, of Amarillo, Texas passed away unexpectedly on July 11, 2023. Erik was born on March 9, 1993 in Amarillo, Texas to Emma Lozano and Fernando Valdez.

Erik is remembered for being caring, a good listener, a good friend, making others laugh, being supportive and dependable, and for always checking in...

Jul 4, 2023

Richard Dale Breit, age 93, of Amarillo, Texas, crossed over on July 4, 2023 after a short battle with cancer. Richard was born on March 26, 1930, in Savannah, MO. A decorated war veteran, Richard joined the Navy in 1948, and served admirably during the Korean War. During that time, he married his wife, Wynona Lawrence in New Orleans,...

Jun 28, 2023

Bonnie Ereman, 104, passed away peacefully on June 28, 2023 in Amarillo, Texas after a short stay in hospice. She was born on July 4, 1918, in Oklahoma. Bonnie was a remarkable individual known for her selflessness and commanding presence. She had a strong personality, always knowing what she wanted and fearlessly asking for it. Bonnie was a beloved...

Jun 25, 2023

Lianna Mayhew was born on October 22 2004 in Amarillo Texas to Angelica Cardenaz and Thomas Mayhew. Lianna was an amazing mother to her daughters Jenesis and Julianna. Lianna loved to be active and loved being glamorous. Lianna was the life of the party.

Lianna is preceded in death by her grandfather Cipriano Cardenaz.

She...

Jun 23, 2023

Shana (Rutz) Echevarria ascended to heaven and went to be with our Lord on June 23, 2023 at the age of 55. Shana was born on December 25, 1967, in Stillwater, Oklahoma. Shana went to Texas Cosmetology School and enjoyed owning her own salon, Shear Joy in Amarillo, Texas. She touched everyone she met with her kindness and generosity....

Jun 23, 2023

Kendra Kay Shaw was born in Plainview, TX on December 12, 1982 to Lee and Eloisa Franklin. Kendra was blessed with having a large and loving family. She married her best friend and fellow college student Trever Shaw, on June 26, 2004 in Burlington, CO. Fun fact they got to know each other through a blind date set up...

Jun 22, 2023

William Lewis “Bill” Johnson of Amarillo, died June 22, 2023.  Services will be held at 10:00 am, Tuesday, June 27, 2023 at LaGrone Blackburn Shaw Coulter Road Chapel.  Burial will be held in Llano Cemetery by LaGrone Blackburn Shaw Funeral Directors. Family will be receiving friends from 5-7 pm Monday, June 26, 2023 at LaGrone Blackburn Shaw...

Jun 16, 2023

Douglas Sanderson, 73, of Hereford, Texas, passed away on June 16, 2023, surrounded by his loved ones. Doug was born on October 27, 1949, in Amarillo, Texas, to Jack and Janelle Sanderson. He was a loving father, grandfather and friend. He is survived by his three children: Russell Sanderson of Amarillo, Richard Sanderson of Austin, Megan (Monty) Stone of...

Jun 16, 2023

Marilyn Kay Wells of Amarillo passed away on June 16, 2023.  She was born April 26, 1945 in Guymon, OK to Howard and Marilyn Elaine Ballard.  She married Wilber Wells on February 2, 1977 in Guymon. She was a loving and caring nurse for many years.  She loved spending time painting, crocheting and being with her family. She loved...

Jun 9, 2023

Frances Arlene Bossett Sanders residing in Amarillo, Texas was born on August 3, 1956, to William & Verdell Sanders. She peacefully passed away on June 9, 2023. She is survived by her children Tania & Corey Scott, Valerie Bossett, Tracy& Rosalinda Bossett. Her grandchildren: Stephen, Shyla, Brailyn, Brianna & Kevin Yashima, Solandria Telles, Keyra Owens, Zachary, Adison, Raeleigh, Aivery,...

Jun 9, 2023

Durwood "Pete" Rosser was born in Temple, Texas to Margaret Riddle and Bill Rosser on February 10th, 1946, and passed away on June 9th, 2023.  Memorial services will be held Wednesday, June 14th, 2023 at 2:00 PM at LaGrone-Blackburn-Shaw, with Rick Lopez officiating.  Military Honors will be provided by Volley for Veterans.  A visitation is scheduled for Tuesday, June...

Jun 6, 2023

Steven Wallace Smith of Amarillo passed away on June 6, 2023.  He was born March 31, 1949 in Amarillo to Joseph and Lucille Smith.  He married Sue Curtis on April 14, 1983 in Amarillo.  Steve worked as a traveling nurse.  He loved to go fishing and camping in his spare time.  Steven was a Baptist.

He was...

Jun 5, 2023

Albert William Fink, Jr. was born on September 7th, 1963 in Port Arthur, Texas, to Lynda Gayle Trahan and Albert William Fink, Sr.

Albert was known as Bert to many. Bert had a smile that would light up any room he walked into. His deep laugh was infectious. He had a very loving and kind heart.

Jun 5, 2023

En cariñosa memoria: Pablo Morales Venegas julio 6, 1936 – junio 5, 2023

Con el corazón encogido y una profunda tristeza, anunciamos el pacífico fallecimiento de nuestro querido padre Pablo Morales Venegas. Fue un hombre extraordinario que marcó la vida de muchos gracias a su amor, su bondad y su dedicación inquebrantable a su familia, sus amigos...

Jun 3, 2023

Doroteo “Dale” Escamilla 82, of Amarillo TX, passed away Saturday, June 3, 2023. Dale was born on February 2, 1941 in Repueblo de Oriente NL, Mexico to Thomas and Tereza Escamilla. He married his school sweetheart Mary Malacara in December of 1961. Dale will be missed by all who loved and cherished the way he made them laugh. He...