Obituaries

Joanne Alder

Joanne Alder

Jul 2, 2014

Joanne was born on January 15, 1931 in Toledo, Ohio to Michael and Pauline (Frankowski) Lukasiewicz. She was a gifted, caring mother to 6 children and grandmother to 8 grandchildren. Joanne received an Education Degree from Toledo University. She loved children, which showed in her teaching ability for 35 years in Ohio and Texas in the fields of elementary school...

Andy Butt

Andy Butt

Jul 1, 2014

Andy was born on August 20, 1963 in Clayton, NM to Gary and Joanne Butt. He was raised in Clayton, graduating from Clayton High School in 1981. He moved to Amarillo that same year, where he graduated from Amarillo College with his Associate's Degree. Andy married Holly Kohler on August 10, 1985. He worked for the Amarillo Fire Department for...

Aubrielle "Aubri" Zenya Stevens

Aubrielle "Aubri" Zenya Stevens

Jul 1, 2014

Aubrielle "Aubri" Zenya Stevens was born on November 5, 2016 to Sierra Quintanilla and Romel Stevens. She gained her wings on July 1, 2017. Although, her time on earth was short, the impact she had on everyone whom she came in contact with was remarkable. She had a smile that would light up a room. During her brief visit on...

Louise Breidenbach

Louise Breidenbach

Jun 24, 2014

Louise was born on May 25, 1936 in Childress to Robert and Verna Williams. She moved to Amarillo as a child, where she graduated from Amarillo High School in 1955. She devoted her earlier years to being a great mother and homemaker. On April 11, 1977, she married Lloyd Breidenbach. He preceded her in death in September of 2001. Louise...

Delbert  E. Timmons

Delbert E. Timmons

Jun 24, 2014

Delbert was born on October 25, 1927 in Meadow to John and Ora Timmons. He graduated from New Home High School in 1945 and then attended Wayland Baptist College. In 1946, Delbert was drafted in the United States Army, where he served in Korea during WWII before his honorable discharge in 1947. Upon his return, he attended Texas Tech University...

Maedell Taylor

Maedell Taylor

Jun 21, 2014

MaeDell was born on June 16, 1928 in Lefors to Ernest and Eula Kuykendall. She moved to Friona with her family, where she met Albert Clayton Taylor. They were married on July 7, 1942 in Clayton, NM. He preceded her in death on July 3, 1994. After their marriage, Clayton was drafted into the military and he and MaeDell moved...

Wendell Bob "Wb" Ashby

Wendell Bob "Wb" Ashby

Jun 21, 2014

Wendell was born February 25, 1948, in Gatesville, Texas to Paul and Eleanor Ashby. He attended Lake Highland High School in Dallas, Texas, and then attended East Texas State University in Commerce. Wendell then attended medical school at the University of Texas Medical Branch Galveston in 1974 and became a Dr. of Medicine. He became an OB/GYN after witnessing what...

Caleb  Steven Fitch

Caleb Steven Fitch

Jun 19, 2014

Service Schedule Graveside Memory Gardens Cemetery Amarillo, TX Tuesday, June 24, 2014 10:00 am Burial Schedule Memory Gardens Cemetery Amarillo , TX

Debbie  Barton Mccollom

Debbie Barton Mccollom

Jun 19, 2014

Debbie was born December 15, 1954 in Oklahoma City to Cloyce and S. E. Barton. Debbie was always the "life of the party" and the "cool Chick" among her friends and family. She loved singing, music, billiards and hockey. She is preceded in death by her parents, 2 sisters, Melba and Wilma and by a brother, Lloyd. She is survived...

Darlene Herrington

Darlene Herrington

Jun 18, 2014

Darlene was born July 23, 1940 in Brownfield to Charles Preston and Melba Christine Adams. She attended Palo Duro High School and was of Protestant faith. She moved to Amarillo at age 4. She was a nurses aid, working at St. Anthony's in labor and delivery, which was her favorite. She also worked for nursing homes as well. Her hobbies...

R.  L. Stone

R. L. Stone

Jun 17, 2014

R. L. was born August 21, 1930 in Hedley to Burt and Katie Stone. He was a graduate of Hedley High School and served his country during the Korean Conflict with the Army. He was a member of Trinity Baptist Church in Amarillo. On April 4, 2003, he married Alma Mussyal in Canadian. He enjoyed playing golf, card games and...

Janell Stroud

Janell Stroud

Jun 16, 2014

Janell was born December 12, 1947 in Quanah, Texas to Ralph and Sybil Jones. She was a loving wife, Mother, MeMaw, sister, aunt, and friend. She enjoyed skiing, crossword puzzles, being outside spending time with her family and gardening. She is preceded in death by her parents, husband, Joe Stroud, and by Jake and Denise Stroud. She is survived by...

Ja-Lee  Devawn Riddley

Ja-Lee Devawn Riddley

Jun 16, 2014

Ja-Lee was a one of a kind baby, who was very much loved. She has now gone to be an angel in the Lord's kingdom. She is survived by herparents: James and Bethany Riddley; sister: Tamya Riddley; grandmothers: Irma Collins and Carol Bowers all of Amarillo; grandfathers: Mike Collins of Amarillo, Lonnie Washington of Columbus, OH; aunts and uncles: Chris...

James Walter Van Marter

James Walter Van Marter

Jun 15, 2014

Jim was born in Kearney, Nebraska, June 6, 1950, to Jim and Dee Van Marter. He was a proud American, serving his country in the Vietnam War with the Navy and then going on to make it a career. While serving, he received several awards and commendations, including Combat Action Ribbon, Vietnam Service Medal, Vietnam Campaign Medal, 2 National Defense...

Viola  Jean Parker

Viola Jean Parker

Jun 14, 2014

Viola was born on March 20, 1953 in Greenfield, MA to Edward and Beatrice Powers. She worked as a home health care provider for many years in Amarillo. Viola was a loving mother and grandmother to her family. She was a talented craft maker, making jewelry, ceramics, clothing and other artistic crafts. She also loved being outdoors and was especially...

David  James Velasquez

David James Velasquez

Jun 14, 2014

David was born on March 4, 1976 in Huntingdon, England to David Velasquez, Sr. and Elizabeth Halbert. He moved to Amarillo with his family in 1984, where he attended schools. He enjoyed doing outdoors activities. He especially enjoyed fishing trips and going to Palo Duro Canyon. Most of all, David loved his family and friends. He enjoyed the barbeques and...

Roger  Allen Martin

Roger Allen Martin

Jun 13, 2014

Roger Allen Martin, 51, of Amarillo passed away on Friday, June 13, 2014 Roger was born in Midland, Texas on October 23, 1962. He moved to Amarillo as a small child with his family. He was known for his caring personality and would do anything to help a person in need. He loved to volunteer and work for his church,...

Donald  C. Salter

Donald C. Salter

Jun 6, 2014

Donald Calvin Salter was born December 23rd in Hartford, Connecticut to Horace and Edith Christian Wickett Salter. Memorial services will be held on Thursday at 10:00 am at St Paul's Methodist Church, Amarillo, Texas. Funeral arrangements are under the care of Cox Funeral Home. Dad always wanted to fly, at a young age and unbeknownst to his parents, he began...

Jennie Darlynn Harwell Soria

Jennie Darlynn Harwell Soria

Jun 4, 2014

Jennie was born August 2, 1956, in Dallas, to Maxine and Curtis Harwell. She was a loving daughter, sister, mother, grandmother, aunt and friend. She is preceded in death by her father, Curtis Harwell, and a son, Johnny Gonzales. She is survived by: mother and step father: Maxine and Arnold White of Amarillo; son: Chris Gonzales of California; 4 grandchildren:...

Wynona Day

Wynona Day

Jun 4, 2014

Wynona was born November 1, 1942 in Amarillo to James and Ruby Craghead. She was an instructor at the Northwest Texas Hospital School of Nursing for several years and will be missed by those closest to her. She is preceded in death by her parents. She is survived by; 2 sisters: Carol Pipes and husband Bill of Crozier, VA, Jan...