Local Obituaries for Families in Amarillo, Texas

Jan 10, 2025

Juan Manuel Majalca-Hernandez, 70, passed away in Amarillo, Texas, on January 10, 2025. He was born on September 8, 1954, in Chihuahua, Mexico, to Maria Luisa Hernandez and Jesus Manuel Majalca. 

Juan was preceded in death by his parents, Maria Hernandez and Jesus Majalca. 

He is survived by two children from a previous marriage: Juan Carlos Majalca and Yazmine Majalca Chavez. He...

Jan 7, 2025

In Memory of Ralph Earl Jackson, Jr.

September 19, 1946-January 7, 2025

 

It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Ralph E. Jackson, Jr., who died in Amarillo, Texas on January 7, 2025. His legacy is one of dedication, love for his family and friends, and a lifetime of service to those around him.

 Ralph was born in Phillips, Texas...

Jan 5, 2025

Alice Marie Allen, 88, passed away on January 5, 2025, in Amarillo, Texas. She was born on January 19, 1936, in Boone, Colorado, to Bill and Bernice McKay Davidson. She married Robert N. Allen on July 23, 1960, and they had five children. 

She is preceded in death by her parents, Bill and Bernice Davidson, her husband, Robert Allen, a son...

Dec 31, 2024

Roy Lee Morris, 77, passed away on December 31, 2024, in Amarillo, Texas. He was born on May 25, 1947, to Warren G. and Opal Morris in Odessa, Texas. He attended high school in Grand Junction, Colorado, and college in Glendale, Arizona, before meeting and marrying Carolyn Morris on June 8, 1974, in Borger, Texas. 

He is survived by his wife,...

Dec 21, 2024

Manuela Mireles, 102, passed away on December 21, 2024, in Amarillo, Texas. Manuela was born on May 8, 1922, in Guadalupe Calvo, Mexico, to Martin Morales and Barbra Fuentes Morales. She was mostly raised and had only primary education in the mountains of La Estancia Durango, Mexico. She married Miguel Mireles in 1939 and raised 11 children. 

Those preceding Manuela in...

Dec 20, 2024

Garland Wayne “GW” Fox, 83, passed away on December 20, 2024, in Amarillo, Texas. He was born on February 4, 1941, to William H. and Sarah J. Fox in Amarillo, Texas, and attended schools there. He graduated from Palo Duro and even won 3rd place in the pole vault at the state track meet. After graduation, he enlisted in the...

Dec 18, 2024

Chick was a WWII veteran who enlisted in the Iowa National Guard at 15 just to ride horses and was transferred to the regular Army when the US entered the war. He served in England, France (Omaha Beach), Holland, Belgium, and Germany in the Normandy Campaign and the North Africa Campaigns. While in close contact with the enemy (behind enemy...

Dec 18, 2024

Dec 16, 2024

Gerald Frederick Schoen, 80, passed away December 16, 2024, after a long, valiant struggle with Lewy body dementia. He was born February 2, 1944 in Amarillo, Texas to Emmett and Erma Schoen. His mother died when he was three. He was reared by his father and wonderful stepmother, Marion Schoen. 

Gerald graduated from Amarillo High in 1962. He received a BS...

Dec 14, 2024

Lester “Paul” Trimmell, 54, passed away on December 14, 2024. He was born on June 26, 1970, in Amarillo. He was raised by Carolyn “Nana” Trimmell and Roy Trimmell. Nana was hoping for a girl but instead received a special gift to make it the three Trimmell boys, they made special history memories together. The stories never ended!

Paul graduated from...

Dec 14, 2024

Dec 12, 2024

Woodrow Wayne Benton, 83, of Amarillo, Texas passed from this earth on December 12, 2024 after a brief illness.

Wayne was born May 4, 1941, in Estacado, Texas to Wilma Baker Benton and Woodrow Wilson Benton. He graduated from Palo Duro High School in 1959. He attended Amarillo College and at the age of 18 began working for Affiliated Foods. Wayne...

Dec 11, 2024

Alice Christeen Patterson of Amarillo, Texas, traded her earthly treasures for heavenly ones on Wednesday, December 11th, 2024, at her home with her family by her side. Born on August 10th, 1926, in Cumby, Texas to Robert Potterfield Owen and Charlotte Rainwater Owen. She had 2 brothers, Odis and R.C. and 4 sisters Odell, Estell, Joe, and Dot. They grew...

Dec 9, 2024

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Mr. Bandith Vongrasmy on December 9th, 2024. Born on December 31st, 1973, Bandith lived a full and vibrant life, characterized by his humility, generosity, dependability, and loving nature. His life unfailingly represented these qualities up until his untimely passing.

Bandith is survived by children Malysa, Shayla, Jadan, and Chauncey Vongrasmy;...

Dec 7, 2024

Calvin Hornsby November 26, 1936 – December 7, 2024

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Calvin Hornsby, 88, of Amarillo, Texas, on December 7, 2024. Calvin was a beloved father, grandfather, and friend, celebrated for his determination and steadfast support of his family, friends, and community.

A true entrepreneur, Calvin founded and successfully operated Cal Tech, a...

Dec 4, 2024

  Sandra Kay Dunn of Amarillo, Texas, traded her earthly treasures for heavenly ones on December 4, 2024. Born on August 30, 1952, in Smithville, Texas, to L.B. and Pauline Fleck. 

  On June 24, 1972, Sandra married the love of her life. On that day she changed her last name and together they became Mr. and Mrs. David Dunn. Sandra...

Nov 29, 2024

Bryan Kelly Fletcher passed away on November 29, 2024, in Amarillo, Texas, surrounded by family. He was born on January 19, 1985, to Carlton and Pamela Fletcher in Amarillo Texas.

He graduated from Randall High School in 2003 and was a member of the Church at Quail Creek. Bryan was an avid outdoorsman who loved hunting and fishing. He also loved...

Nov 28, 2024

Maria Ida Delgado passed away peacefully on Thursday, November 28, 2024, surrounded by family. Mrs. Delgado was born on September 25, 1936, in San Angelo, Texas, to Lorenzo and Antonia Sosa. Ida met and married Joe H. Delgado on November 7, 1953; they enjoyed 49 years of marriage. The couple moved to Amarillo in 1955 where they raised five children...

Nov 24, 2024

Elva Villela Lucero de 73 años fallecio un Domingo 24 de Noviembre a lado de su esposo “Jose B. Carrillo Sanchez” y todos sus seres mas queridos.

 Nacio Mayo 01, del 1951 en Santa Barbara, Chihuahua Mexico.

 Elva siempre fue una gran trabajadora, que se retiro unos años atras disfrutando de su vida conpartiendo sus cariños con mucho ruido “abrazos,

risas, felicidad, sabiduria,...

Nov 21, 2024

Donald Lea Cox, aged 92, of Amarillo, passed away on November 21, 2024. He was a beloved father, grandfather, and friend. Don was born to Clyde and Faye Cox in Tulia, Texas on June 15, 1932. He was raised in Tulia and after high school, joined the Air Force where he served proudly for four years during the Korean War. 

 Don...