Local Obituaries for Families in Amarillo, Texas

Apr 5, 2011

Pauline was born July 12, 1932, in Maple Ridge, Pa. She was the first-born of three children to Stanley and Elizabeth Pierzchala. She graduated from Conemaugh Township Area High School in Davidsville, Pa.Pauline married Louis LoScudo of Johnstown, Pa., on Sept. 18, 1954. She moved many times traveling the country and Europe as an army wife. Following her husband’s retirement...

Apr 5, 2011

Mrs. Turman was born on March 2, 1919 in Bonham, Texas to William and Nova Commander.  She married Frank Turman. She was preceded in death by her husband in 1950, a sister, Audrey Hopkins and a sister in law, Juanita Turman.   SURVIVORS: Daughter: Von Purvis & Husband, Brad of Bartlesville, OKSons:  Morris Turman & wife, Opal of Palestine, TXWylie Turman...

Apr 5, 2011

Mrs. Ham was born April 7, 1934, in Amarillo to Armand and Helen Doche. Mrs. Ham was a successful entrepreneur, wonderful wife, tremendous mother, grandmother, loving sister and a fiercely loyal friend to many.She was preceded in death by a daughter-in-law, Priscilla Ham.Survivors include her husband of 60 years, Dale Ham; a daughter, Armanda “Mandy” Ham of Amarillo; two sons,...

Apr 3, 2011

Debby was a loving wife, best friend and mother. She was full of life, and will be deeply missed. Survivors include her husband, Fred Townsend of Amarillo; Four sons, Brandon Gast, Fred Townsend, Bryan Townsend, and Scott Townsend all of Amarillo; one sister Jo Jean Huckaby and husband Tony of Valle De Oro; and her four grandchildren.

Apr 2, 2011

Memorial Service at a later date

Apr 1, 2011

Graveside Service will be held at 2:00 p.m., April 7, 2011 at Llano Cemetery, Amarillo, TX.Arrangements are by Schooler Funeral Home, 4100 South Georgia.Mae was born in Bowie, Montaque County, Texas on November 27, 1924.  She moved to Pleasant Valley in 1937 with her family.  Mae was the youngest of three children.  Mae was in the banking business for forty-seven...

Mar 31, 2011

Garland loved his artwork, music and beer. He was great at cooking, and smoking meat and truly enjoyed traveling and being outdoors. He played the guitar and the piano. He was very giving, and had a generous heart, Christmas was his favorite holiday. He will be missed deeply by all.Survivors include one daughter, Tami Ralston; two sons, Shane Bethel, and...

Mar 29, 2011

Mildred was born March 13, 1923 to Opal and Ora Moye. She married Curtis Brown August 10, 1945. Mrs. Brown was a dedicated homemaker and companion for 65 years. She enjoyed gardening and traveling and was a good cook.She is survived by her husband, Curtis W. Brown of Amarillo, a Sister, Rosmary Pence of Rockport, TX, a brother Ward Moye...

Mar 28, 2011

Mar 28, 2011

Beckie lived a life of faith, love and generosity, finding joy in God, herfamily, friends and church.She was manager of the Amarillo Postal Employees Credit Union until sheretired in 1992. Beckie  returned home to her heavenly Father, after a brief, fierce battle with cancer. During her battle, she demonstrated the true meaning of 'a peace thatsurpasseth all understanding' (Philippians 4:7)....

Mar 27, 2011

Meagan graduated from Plainview High School in 2000 and WTAMU in 2003. She married Larry Bedwell on August 4, 2001. She was a homemaker and kept other children in her home as well. She was very talented and creative. She sewed, baked and decorated cakes and cookies, worked with Posh Pine, Inc. creating children's hair accessories, and scrapbooked. She was...

Mar 27, 2011

Herman was born September 6, 1933 to Irman and Bernice Mallory. He was a member of Community of Grace United Methodist Church.Survivors include his wife Imogene Mallory of Amarillo, 5 Daughters, 3 sons, 13 Grandchildren, and 8 Great Grandchildren.

Mar 27, 2011

Billie was born in 1924 in Bartlett, TX she moved with her parents, Sam and Margaret Pruett to Littlefield, TX where she grew up.  After high school she enrolled in Texas Tech and was the 1942 Doubles Tennis Champion. She married Willie R. Bradley on August 22, 19432.  They celebrated their 56th wedding anniversary shortly before his death on September...

Mar 25, 2011

Leona was born Jan. 20, 1929 to B.M. and Josephine Britten in Groom,Tx. She graduated from Groom High School and went on to San Jacinto Beauty College, graduated and began her career as a cosmetologist working for Edith’s Beauty Shop in Groom.  She married W.R. (Bob) Babcock in Groom Sept, 1949 and began her life as a caregiver, caring for...

Mar 25, 2011

Mary Sue was born in Melvin, Texas July 18, 1916.  She was attended Amarillo High School where she met her future husband Jack Sisemore Sr,.  His father was her pastor. After graduating in 1934, the in Canyon in 1935. Together, they continued their education and attended the Baptist Theological Seminary in Fort Worth, Texas.  Her husband’s first pastorate was in...

Mar 24, 2011

Dorothy was born in Stinnett, Texas  to Charlie Holmes and Katherine Larkey Holmes on November 27, 1930. She was a member of Westview Christian Church for the last 20 years. She loved to sew, and spend time with her family. She will deeply be missed.Preceded in death by her husband Roy Crutchfield in 2004.Survivors include  her daughter Cathy Grimland and...

Mar 22, 2011

Lois was born in Memphis, Tx on September 29, 1940 to Ed and Velma Clark.  She graduated from Memphis High School in 1959.  In 1961 she married the love of her life, Edwin “ Pee Wee” Fox.  Lois was a devoted wife and mother.  She loved to travel in their motor home and enjoyed camping and fishing. Lois also loved...

Mar 22, 2011

Shirley was born on December 8, 1927 in Lima, Ohio to Clarence and Eva Bice.  She married Ernest James DeForest in 1952.  They were married for forty two years at the time of his death in 1994.  She was a vibrant, joyful woman who cherished her family and friends.  She was a member of the Highland Christian Church and the...

Mar 21, 2011

C.L., one of fifteen children, was born on November 24, 1926 in Argyle, Missouri to Frank and Catherine Wieberg.  By way of custom harvests he made his way to Groom where he settled to raise his family.  He married Ludeen McAdams in 1951.  She preceded him in death in 1998.   C.L. was a dedicated and hard working man.   He was...

Mar 20, 2011

Robbie was born October 26, 1926 in Dow, Oklahoma. She graduated from Boise City high school in Oklahoma. She married the love of her life Henry White, March 27, 1947 in Amarillo. She loved to work puzzles, playing bingo, watching birds, and playing the piano. She enjoyed her family and flowers, and was a fabulous cook. She enjoyed trips to...