Local Obituaries for Families in Amarillo, Texas

Feb 14, 2026

Erica Ruiz, 35 años, de Amarillo, Texas, falleció el 14 de febrero de 2026 rodeada de toda su familia.

Erica nació en Odessa, Texas, el 13 de marzo de 1990, hija de Leticia Avelar y Jesús Morales.

Con el corazón afligido, pero llenos de gratitud por la vida y el legado de Erica, damos gracias a Dios por su fe firme y...

Feb 10, 2026

Martin Silva, 70, of Amarillo, Texas, passed away on Tuesday, February 10, 2026, in Richardson, Texas, surrounded by his loving family.

Funeral services will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Thursday, February 19, 2026, at LaGrone Blackburn-Shaw Funeral Home, located at 8310 S. Coulter, Amarillo, Texas. A Rosary will be conducted at 10:00 a.m. prior to the service.

Martin was born on...

Feb 10, 2026

Ralph Amparano, 83, passed away on Tuesday, February 10, 2026, at his home in Amarillo, surrounded by his family. Ralph was born on December 26, 1942, in Yuma, Arizona, to Catalina and Ernest Amparano. 

He proudly served in the United States Marine Corps during the Vietnam War and was honorably discharged. During this time, he met the mother of his children...

Feb 6, 2026

Dottie White, 77, of Amarillo, Texas, passed from this life on February 6, 2026, surrounded by her loving family. She was born on May 13, 1948, in Kingston, Arkansas, to Dorothy Armer Lucero and Arlie Armer. She was preceded in death by her parents, her loving husband Royce White, and her brother Noah Lee Armer.

Dottie was hardworking and capable. She...

Feb 2, 2026

It is with sadness and celebration that we announce the passing of our father, a retired US Border Patrol Officer and a US Navy veteran. Known for his kindness, wisdom, and devotion to his family. His legacy benefited the lives of many, and his memory will remain in our hearts as a guiding light and inspiration. We will treasure the...

Feb 1, 2026

Jan 31, 2026

Clarence Gilbert Mabbitt, 86, of Amarillo, Texas, passed away on Saturday, January 31, 2026. The family will have a visitation and gathering for friends on Wednesday, February 4, 2026, from 5-7pm at LaGrone Blackburn-Shaw Funeral Directors, Coulter Road chapel.

Clarence was born on October 19, 1939, to Roy Mabbitt and Harriet Jacoba in Council Bluffs, Iowa. He proudly served his country...

Jan 28, 2026

With broken hearts, we announce the passing of our dearly beloved Omar Alejandro Gonzalez. His beautiful soul came to the earth on November 10, 1997, gaining his angel wings on January 28, 2026.

Omar was more than just a son; he was a spouse, father, sibling, nephew, grandson, and friend. Omar played the saxophone from middle school to high school. Omar...

Jan 27, 2026

Ke Radavong, 108 years old, of Amarillo, Texas, passed away on Tuesday, January 27, 2026, surrounded by his loving family. Funeral services are scheduled for 12pm, Saturday, January 31, 2026, at LaGrone Blackburn-Shaw Funeral Home, Martin Road chapel. The family will receive friends for a visitation from 12-7pm on Friday, January 30, 2026, at LaGrone Blackburn-Shaw Coulter Road chapel.

Ke was...

Jan 24, 2026

Larry Dale Skidmore, 59, passed away January 24, 2026 in Amarillo, Texas surrounded by his family. He was born in Amarillo on August 23, 1966.

He worked for City of Amarillo Street Department for 23 years. Then, for the Texas Department of Transportation for 20 years, where he had many achievements and won many awards at the Tex Dot Truck Rodeos.

He...

Jan 23, 2026

Irene Haro De Laureano, 77, was born in Cd Juarez, Chihuahua, Mexico June 28, 1948, to Manuel Haro and Maria Del Refugio Reyna, Irene was called to be with the Lord on January 23, 2026.

She was a beloved mother, grandmother, great grandmother and wife. Everybody called her "Grandma". She was a devoted housewife and was known for her nurturing, kind...

Jan 20, 2026

Derrell Loyd Havins was born on April 1, 1939, in Prescott, Arizona, to Loyd and Ernestine Havins. He was the second of four boys and, true to his April Fools’ birthday, brought laughter and mischief with him from the very beginning.

In 1941, the Havins family moved to North Groesbeck, Texas, where Derrell spent his childhood and teenage years. He attended...

Jan 19, 2026

Linda Eileen McLemore, 80, of Borger, Texas, passed away on Monday, January 19, 2026.

Linda was born on March 22, 1945, to Ervin W. Cook and Vera Faye Shotwell in Dallas, Texas. She graduated from W. W. Samuell High School in 1963. In 1964, she married the love of her life, Larry McLemore, and together they shared 61 wonderful years of...

Jan 14, 2026

Heather Michele Backus, 48, went to be with the Lord on January 14, 2026, surrounded by her loved ones.

Heather was born on June 10, 1977, in Amarillo, TX to Beverly Brannon. She was the only daughter of 4 kids. Heather grew up in Amarillo where she attended Palo Duro High School and met the love of her life Chad Backus....

Jan 11, 2026

Billy Joe “Coach” Greenhouse was born in Vernon, TX on October 3, 1930 to Robert and Josephine Greenhouse and was the youngest of 12 siblings. He made the passage to Heaven on January 11, 2026.

Bill grew up and attended school in Vernon and Mobeetie. He was a member of the football team where he earned the nickname “The Vernon Flash.”...

Jan 9, 2026

Willard Ray Webb passed away on January 9, 2026. He was born on September 30, 1938 to Wesley Price and Etta Webb in Clarendon, Texas.

He is survived by his son Glen Webb, stepsons Donny and John Chapman, brother Wesley (Vela) Webb, sister-in-law Billie Webb, and grandchildren Dustin Frederick and Summer Webb.

Willard is preceded by his parents Wesley Price and Etta...

Jan 9, 2026

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of our beloved father, Soe Win, who left this world at the age of 55. Born in Burma, Soe Win was a man of strength, kindness, and deep love for his family. His life was a reflection of dedication, humility, and unwavering care for those he held close.

He carried with him the values...

Jan 6, 2026

Koune Thongboutsady, 81, passed away on January 6, 2026, with her family by her side, she was born on June 8, 1944, in Yasothon, Thailand. She was married to Prakhong Thongboutsady. They met in Laos. She retired from Levi Strauss after 16 years, where she was a Seamstress. She became a proud U.S. citizen on January 29, 2000.

She is survived...

Jan 3, 2026

We are heartbroken to share that Mounmang Sihaphonh, 80, of Amarillo, Texas, passed away on January 3, 2026. Born in Vientiane, Laos, Mounmang served as a soldier in the Lao Army early in his life. After the Vietnam War, he and his family came to the United States as refugees, eventually settling in Amarillo, Texas, where he made his home.

He...

Dec 30, 2025

Somphong Sam Isra, 71, of Amarillo, TX passed away on December 30, 2025 at his home surrounded by family.

Somphong was born to Huang and Pane Douangmanivong on December 30, 1954 in Vientiane, Laos. He graduated from Fangum and PTT. He married his wife, Bouavanh on November 29, 1984. They both immigrated to the United States in 1984 with family. He...