Boxwell Brothers Obituaries

Local Obituaries for Amarillo, Vega, Panhandle, Dumas, Stratford, and Claude, Texas

Local Obituaries for Amarillo, Vega, Panhandle, Dumas, Stratford, Claude Texas

Linda Carol Milbern

Linda Carol Milbern

Jul 14, 2026

Linda Carol Milbern, 77, of Dumas, died on Tuesday, July 14, 2026. Funeral services will be held at 10:00 A.M. on Saturday, July 18, 2026 at Boxwell Brothers Memorial Chapel, 500 N. Maddox. Burial will follow at Northlawn Memorial Gardens. Arrangements are by Boxwell Brothers Funeral Directors of Dumas.

Linda was born on May 22, 1949 in Clovis, Nm. to Frank...

Betty Jo Higgins

Betty Jo Higgins

Jul 14, 2026

Betty Higgins, age 96, was born on January 31, 1930, in Wink, Texas, to Clarence and Florene Dixon. Her mother passed away when Betty was just five years old, and she was lovingly raised by her aunt, Bertha Railsback, who cared for her as her own daughter.

Betty was preceded in death by her beloved husband, J.W. Higgins; her parents; her...

Eddie Wayne McMurray

Eddie Wayne McMurray

Jul 9, 2026

"Well done, good and faithful servant." – Matthew 25:23

Eddie Wayne McMurray, beloved husband, father, Papa, and friend to countless people, passed away peacefully on July 9, 2026, at the age of 78. While his family grieves his passing, they rejoice in the assurance that he is in the presence of his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, reunited with loved ones...

Sandra "Sandy" Kay Engram

Sandra "Sandy" Kay Engram

Jul 13, 2026

Sandra Kay Engram, 78, of Amarillo, Texas, entered the presence of her Lord and Savior on July 13, 2026, leaving behind a legacy of unwavering faith, joyful hospitality, and unconditional love for her family and friends.

A celebration of Sandy’s life will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Monday, July 20, 2026, at Boxwell Brothers Ivy Chapel, 2800 Paramount Boulevard, Amarillo,...

Beverly "Tish" Blanche Britt Holloway

Beverly "Tish" Blanche Britt Holloway

Jul 12, 2026

Beverly “Tish” Blanche Britt Holloway, 79, of Amarillo, Texas passed away on July 12, 2026.

The family will receive friends from 6:00 P.M. – 7:30 P.M., Wednesday, July 15, 2026, at Boxwell Brothers Funeral Home, 2800 Paramount Blvd.

Memorial services will be at 3:00 P.M., Thursday, July 16, 2026, at First Baptist Church, 1208 S. Tyler St., with Dr. Howard K. Batson...

David Evans Smith

David Evans Smith

Jul 8, 2026

David Evans Smith, born on March 2, 1953, in the close-knit community of Panhandle, Texas, passed away unexpectedly at his home in Amarillo on July 8, 2026. With his sudden departure, we bid farewell to a beloved husband, brother, uncle, cousin and friend.

David was the younger son of the late Douglas M. Smith and Mary Ruth (Evans) Smith. He grew...

Amanda Elizabeth Fitzgerald

Amanda Elizabeth Fitzgerald

Jul 6, 2026

On July 6,2026 we said goodbye to the fierce spirit of Amanda Elizabeth Withrow Fitzgerald. She was a cherished Wife, Mother, Daughter, Sister and friend to many, and her presence will be deeply missed. Amanda was born in Hamilton, OH on May 21st, 1984, to Merle and Rosanne Withrow. Amanda was a graduate of Highland Park High School and West...

Teresa Ann Love

Teresa Ann Love

Jul 12, 2026

Teresa Love, 70, passed away on July 12, 2026, in Allen, Texas.

Teresa was born on November 21, 1955, in Amarillo, Texas, where she was raised. Over the course of her life, she also made her home in Canyon, Snyder, Big Spring, Grand Prairie, and Allen.

Faith was the foundation of Teresa’s life. Her trust in God was deep, steadfast, and tested...

Kenneth Wayne Bentley

Kenneth Wayne Bentley

Jul 10, 2026

Kenney Bentley, of Amarillo, died on July 10, 2026

Viewing will be available on Wednesday, July 15, 2026 from 10:00am – 8:00pm at Boxwell Brothers, 2800 Paramount. Services will be held on Thursday, July 16, 2026 at 10:30am at Boxwell Brothers Ivy Chapel, 2800 Paramount. Arrangements are by Boxwell Brothers Funeral Directors.

Kenney was born on September 16th, 1946, to Jim and...

John Brent Bell

John Brent Bell

Jul 7, 2026

John Brent Bell, 65, of Amarillo, TX passed away July 7, 2026.

Memorial service will be private. Arrangements are by Boxwell Brothers Funeral Directors.

John was born January 3, 1961 in Canyon, TX to John and Dorothy Bell. He attended school in Claude later graduating from Caprock High School. John was a skilled mechanic for dirtbikes, cars, and V-22 at Bell Helicopter...

Mickey Allen Thomas

Mickey Allen Thomas

Jun 22, 2026

Mickey Allen Thomas, 79, of Amarillo, Texas, passed away on June 22, 2026.

Mickey was born on September 10, 1946, in Amarillo, Texas, to Betty Lou (Bronniman) and Louis James Thomas.

Mickey earned an engineering degree from Texas Tech University and built a distinguished 44-year career with Halliburton Services. A man of deep roots and wide passions, he was a lifetime committeeman...

Terri Clarice Carter Bagot

Terri Clarice Carter Bagot

Jul 11, 2026

Terri Clarice Carter Bagot

September 1, 1950 to July 11, 2026

Terri Clarice Carter was born in Amarillo, Texas September 1, 1950. A graduate of Tascosa High School and a middle child, she was a true rebel. She and her best friend, Linda Foster, often got into “small scrapes” together, which made their mothers close and sympathetic friends. When she was younger,...

Sharon Lucienne Williams

Sharon Lucienne Williams

Jul 10, 2026

Sharon Lucienne Williams, 70, left this life in the arms of our savior, Jesus Christ, after a long battle with cancer on July 10, 2026. She didn’t let that slow her down, though, she didn’t let anything slow her down. Always ready for that next outing, that next church function or that next trip. Sharon was kind and soft at...

Judith Yvonne Gauna

Judith Yvonne Gauna

Jul 7, 2026

Judith Yvonne Gauna, 84, of Amarillo, TX passed away Tuesday, July 7, 2026.

Memorial service will be at 4:00 PM, Friday, July 10, 2026 at Boxwell Brothers Ivy Chapel, 2800 Paramount. Arrangements are by Boxwell Brothers Funeral Directors.

Judith was born January 8, 1942 in Lyons, TX to Johnny and Neoma Fahnert. She graduated from Santa Rosa, NM High School in 1960....

Cecilia "TT" Juanita Henley Capansky

Cecilia "TT" Juanita Henley Capansky

Jul 6, 2026

Cecilia "TT" Juanita Henley Capansky was born on a bitterly cold Thanksgiving Day, November 26, 1940, in Kenton, Oklahoma. Delivered by a midwife, Mrs. Cochran, she weighed only three pounds at birth. She was the beloved daughter of William "Bill" Henley and Rosie Aragon Henley, whose love and devotion shaped her life.

Cecilia's older brother, Gene, welcomed his tiny baby sister...

Heather Joy Stashi

Heather Joy Stashi

Jul 6, 2026

Heather Joy Stashi, 45, of Amarillo, Texas went home to be with the Lord on Monday, July 6, 2026. She was born on March 22, 1981, in Pipestone, Minnesota.

She graduated from Vega High School in Vega, Texas, in 1999. Driven by a lifelong passion for learning and serving others, she continued her education at Amarillo College in Amarillo, Texas, where...

Larry Joseph Roth

Larry Joseph Roth

Jul 4, 2026

Larry Joseph Roth, 83, of Amarillo, TX passed away July 4, 2026.

No services will be held. Arrangements are by Boxwell Brothers Funeral Directors.

Dad was born Jan 21, 1943 in East St. Louis, MO. He married Nancy Ellen Webster on August 7, 1965. Larry worked for Amarillo Hardware, Mesa petroleum as a data processing manager, and in the First National Trust...

Cary James Smith

Cary James Smith

Jul 4, 2026

Cary James Smith, 60, of Stratford, died on Saturday, July 4, 2026. Graveside services will be held at 10:00 A.M. on Friday, July 10, 2026 at the Stratford Cemetery. Arrangements are by Boxwell Brothers Funeral Directors of Dumas, 500 N. Maddox.

Cary James Smith was born on October 31, 1965, to Mary and Jim Smith. Much like his father, Cary could...

Ronald Ellis McGee

Ronald Ellis McGee

Jul 4, 2026

Ronnie E. McGee, 86, of Amarillo, TX passed away July 4, 2026.

He is survived by his wife of just four days shy of sixty-eight years, Janice McGee; his four children, Patrick McGee, Rhonda (George) Ohler, Timothy (Lisa) McGee, and Kelly McGee; as well as his nine grandchildren and thirteen great-grandchildren.

Born on August 23, 1939, Ronald spent most of his life...

Ferenc Lakat

Ferenc Lakat

Jul 3, 2026

Ferenc Lakat, 86, of Amarillo, Texas, passed away on July 3, 2026.

Services will be at 2:00 p.m. Friday, July 10, 2026, in the Boxwell Brothers Ivy Chapel. Burial will follow at Llano Cemetery. Military honors will be provided by Volleys for Veterans.

Ferenc was born in Hungary on April 24, 1940, to Maria (Szalai) and Ferenc Lakat. He served six years...

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Linda Carol Milbern

Linda Carol Milbern

Jul 14, 2026

Linda Carol Milbern, 77, of Dumas, died on Tuesday, July 14, 2026. Funeral services will be held at 10:00 A.M. on Saturday, July 18, 2026 at Boxwell Brothers Memorial Chapel, 500 N. Maddox. Burial will follow at Northlawn Memorial Gardens. Arrangements are by Boxwell Brothers Funeral Directors of Dumas.

Linda was born on May 22, 1949 in Clovis, Nm. to Frank...

Betty Jo Higgins

Betty Jo Higgins

Jul 14, 2026

Betty Higgins, age 96, was born on January 31, 1930, in Wink, Texas, to Clarence and Florene Dixon. Her mother passed away when Betty was just five years old, and she was lovingly raised by her aunt, Bertha Railsback, who cared for her as her own daughter.

Betty was preceded in death by her beloved husband, J.W. Higgins; her parents; her...

Eddie Wayne McMurray

Eddie Wayne McMurray

Jul 9, 2026

"Well done, good and faithful servant." – Matthew 25:23

Eddie Wayne McMurray, beloved husband, father, Papa, and friend to countless people, passed away peacefully on July 9, 2026, at the age of 78. While his family grieves his passing, they rejoice in the assurance that he is in the presence of his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, reunited with loved ones...

Sandra "Sandy" Kay Engram

Sandra "Sandy" Kay Engram

Jul 13, 2026

Sandra Kay Engram, 78, of Amarillo, Texas, entered the presence of her Lord and Savior on July 13, 2026, leaving behind a legacy of unwavering faith, joyful hospitality, and unconditional love for her family and friends.

A celebration of Sandy’s life will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Monday, July 20, 2026, at Boxwell Brothers Ivy Chapel, 2800 Paramount Boulevard, Amarillo,...

Beverly "Tish" Blanche Britt Holloway

Beverly "Tish" Blanche Britt Holloway

Jul 12, 2026

Beverly “Tish” Blanche Britt Holloway, 79, of Amarillo, Texas passed away on July 12, 2026.

The family will receive friends from 6:00 P.M. – 7:30 P.M., Wednesday, July 15, 2026, at Boxwell Brothers Funeral Home, 2800 Paramount Blvd.

Memorial services will be at 3:00 P.M., Thursday, July 16, 2026, at First Baptist Church, 1208 S. Tyler St., with Dr. Howard K. Batson...

David Evans Smith

David Evans Smith

Jul 8, 2026

David Evans Smith, born on March 2, 1953, in the close-knit community of Panhandle, Texas, passed away unexpectedly at his home in Amarillo on July 8, 2026. With his sudden departure, we bid farewell to a beloved husband, brother, uncle, cousin and friend.

David was the younger son of the late Douglas M. Smith and Mary Ruth (Evans) Smith. He grew...

Amanda Elizabeth Fitzgerald

Amanda Elizabeth Fitzgerald

Jul 6, 2026

On July 6,2026 we said goodbye to the fierce spirit of Amanda Elizabeth Withrow Fitzgerald. She was a cherished Wife, Mother, Daughter, Sister and friend to many, and her presence will be deeply missed. Amanda was born in Hamilton, OH on May 21st, 1984, to Merle and Rosanne Withrow. Amanda was a graduate of Highland Park High School and West...

Teresa Ann Love

Teresa Ann Love

Jul 12, 2026

Teresa Love, 70, passed away on July 12, 2026, in Allen, Texas.

Teresa was born on November 21, 1955, in Amarillo, Texas, where she was raised. Over the course of her life, she also made her home in Canyon, Snyder, Big Spring, Grand Prairie, and Allen.

Faith was the foundation of Teresa’s life. Her trust in God was deep, steadfast, and tested...

Kenneth Wayne Bentley

Kenneth Wayne Bentley

Jul 10, 2026

Kenney Bentley, of Amarillo, died on July 10, 2026

Viewing will be available on Wednesday, July 15, 2026 from 10:00am – 8:00pm at Boxwell Brothers, 2800 Paramount. Services will be held on Thursday, July 16, 2026 at 10:30am at Boxwell Brothers Ivy Chapel, 2800 Paramount. Arrangements are by Boxwell Brothers Funeral Directors.

Kenney was born on September 16th, 1946, to Jim and...

John Brent Bell

John Brent Bell

Jul 7, 2026

John Brent Bell, 65, of Amarillo, TX passed away July 7, 2026.

Memorial service will be private. Arrangements are by Boxwell Brothers Funeral Directors.

John was born January 3, 1961 in Canyon, TX to John and Dorothy Bell. He attended school in Claude later graduating from Caprock High School. John was a skilled mechanic for dirtbikes, cars, and V-22 at Bell Helicopter...

Mickey Allen Thomas

Mickey Allen Thomas

Jun 22, 2026

Mickey Allen Thomas, 79, of Amarillo, Texas, passed away on June 22, 2026.

Mickey was born on September 10, 1946, in Amarillo, Texas, to Betty Lou (Bronniman) and Louis James Thomas.

Mickey earned an engineering degree from Texas Tech University and built a distinguished 44-year career with Halliburton Services. A man of deep roots and wide passions, he was a lifetime committeeman...

Terri Clarice Carter Bagot

Terri Clarice Carter Bagot

Jul 11, 2026

Terri Clarice Carter Bagot

September 1, 1950 to July 11, 2026

Terri Clarice Carter was born in Amarillo, Texas September 1, 1950. A graduate of Tascosa High School and a middle child, she was a true rebel. She and her best friend, Linda Foster, often got into “small scrapes” together, which made their mothers close and sympathetic friends. When she was younger,...

Sharon Lucienne Williams

Sharon Lucienne Williams

Jul 10, 2026

Sharon Lucienne Williams, 70, left this life in the arms of our savior, Jesus Christ, after a long battle with cancer on July 10, 2026. She didn’t let that slow her down, though, she didn’t let anything slow her down. Always ready for that next outing, that next church function or that next trip. Sharon was kind and soft at...

Judith Yvonne Gauna

Judith Yvonne Gauna

Jul 7, 2026

Judith Yvonne Gauna, 84, of Amarillo, TX passed away Tuesday, July 7, 2026.

Memorial service will be at 4:00 PM, Friday, July 10, 2026 at Boxwell Brothers Ivy Chapel, 2800 Paramount. Arrangements are by Boxwell Brothers Funeral Directors.

Judith was born January 8, 1942 in Lyons, TX to Johnny and Neoma Fahnert. She graduated from Santa Rosa, NM High School in 1960....

Cecilia "TT" Juanita Henley Capansky

Cecilia "TT" Juanita Henley Capansky

Jul 6, 2026

Cecilia "TT" Juanita Henley Capansky was born on a bitterly cold Thanksgiving Day, November 26, 1940, in Kenton, Oklahoma. Delivered by a midwife, Mrs. Cochran, she weighed only three pounds at birth. She was the beloved daughter of William "Bill" Henley and Rosie Aragon Henley, whose love and devotion shaped her life.

Cecilia's older brother, Gene, welcomed his tiny baby sister...

Heather Joy Stashi

Heather Joy Stashi

Jul 6, 2026

Heather Joy Stashi, 45, of Amarillo, Texas went home to be with the Lord on Monday, July 6, 2026. She was born on March 22, 1981, in Pipestone, Minnesota.

She graduated from Vega High School in Vega, Texas, in 1999. Driven by a lifelong passion for learning and serving others, she continued her education at Amarillo College in Amarillo, Texas, where...

Larry Joseph Roth

Larry Joseph Roth

Jul 4, 2026

Larry Joseph Roth, 83, of Amarillo, TX passed away July 4, 2026.

No services will be held. Arrangements are by Boxwell Brothers Funeral Directors.

Dad was born Jan 21, 1943 in East St. Louis, MO. He married Nancy Ellen Webster on August 7, 1965. Larry worked for Amarillo Hardware, Mesa petroleum as a data processing manager, and in the First National Trust...

Cary James Smith

Cary James Smith

Jul 4, 2026

Cary James Smith, 60, of Stratford, died on Saturday, July 4, 2026. Graveside services will be held at 10:00 A.M. on Friday, July 10, 2026 at the Stratford Cemetery. Arrangements are by Boxwell Brothers Funeral Directors of Dumas, 500 N. Maddox.

Cary James Smith was born on October 31, 1965, to Mary and Jim Smith. Much like his father, Cary could...

Ronald Ellis McGee

Ronald Ellis McGee

Jul 4, 2026

Ronnie E. McGee, 86, of Amarillo, TX passed away July 4, 2026.

He is survived by his wife of just four days shy of sixty-eight years, Janice McGee; his four children, Patrick McGee, Rhonda (George) Ohler, Timothy (Lisa) McGee, and Kelly McGee; as well as his nine grandchildren and thirteen great-grandchildren.

Born on August 23, 1939, Ronald spent most of his life...

Ferenc Lakat

Ferenc Lakat

Jul 3, 2026

Ferenc Lakat, 86, of Amarillo, Texas, passed away on July 3, 2026.

Services will be at 2:00 p.m. Friday, July 10, 2026, in the Boxwell Brothers Ivy Chapel. Burial will follow at Llano Cemetery. Military honors will be provided by Volleys for Veterans.

Ferenc was born in Hungary on April 24, 1940, to Maria (Szalai) and Ferenc Lakat. He served six years...