Jean Elizabeth Sample
Jul 13, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Jean Elizabeth Sample, 84, who departed this world peacefully on July 13, 2025, surrounded by the love of her family.
Jean lived a life marked by extraordinary thoughtfulness, kindness, and grace. She was the most attentive and intentional person, always giving her all to everyone around her, whether in a...
Bessie Louis Fickel
Jul 17, 2025
Bessie Louis Fickel, also known as Bessie or Bess, 84, of Amarillo, TX left this life in the company of her Savior to join her heavenly family on July 17, 2025
Funeral services will be at 10:30 AM (CST), Thursday, July 24, 2025 at Pleasant Valley Baptist Church, 555 E. Hastings Ave. Interment will be at 2:00 PM (MST) in San...
Matthew Paco Sanchez
Jul 15, 2025
Matthew Paco Sanchez, 57 of Amarillo died Tuesday July 15, 2025
Holy Rosary will be at 6:00 pm, Monday July 21 , 2025, at Bowell Brothers Ivy Chapel with a family visitation between 6:30 and 7:45 pm. Funeral service will be held Tuesday July 22, 2025, at 1:00 pm at Boxwell Brothers Ivy Chapel. Burial will follow at Llano Cemetery. Arrangements...
James Arthur McGraw
Jul 16, 2025
James Arthur McGraw, 79, of Amarillo, TX passed away July 16, 2025.
No services are scheduled at this time. Arrangements are by Boxwell Brothers Funeral Directors.
James was born October 3, 1945 in Baton Rouge, LA to Roy and Helen McGraw. He served in the United States Army during Vietnam. James worked as a truck driver and in his spare time, he...
Vernas Lanell Moore
Jul 16, 2025
Vernas Lanell Moore, age 99, of Amarillo, Texas, passed away early Wednesday morning, July 16, 2025.
She was born on December 21, 1925, in Leach, Oklahoma to Hugh F. Bruton and Freda Mae Bruton. She was the oldest of six children.
Vernas was preceded in death by her husband, James William Moore; a baby daughter, Marilyn June Moore; her brothers, Ted Bruton,...
Sue Hartranft Deakin
Jul 15, 2025
Sue Hartranft Deakin, 85, of Amarillo, TX passed away Tuesday, July 15, 2025.
Graveside service will be at 10:00 a.m., Monday, July 21, 2025, in Gruver Cemetery. The memorial service will follow at 3:00 p.m. at South Georgia Baptist Church in Amarillo with Karen Wells and Terry Beavers officiating. Arrangements are by Boxwell Brothers Funeral Directors, 2800 Paramount Blvd.
Claudene Sue Lowry...
Nikki West Roberson
Jul 14, 2025
Nikki West Roberson, 53, of Amarillo, TX passed away July 14, 2025.
Memorial service will be at 3:00 PM, Friday, July 18, 2025 at The Church of Christ at the Colonies, 4500 Wesley Rd. Interment will be in Westlawn Cemetery in Borger. Arrangements are by Boxwell Brothers Funeral Directors.
Nikki was born April 23, 1972 in Borger, TX to Phillip Craig West...
Zachary Coy McPherson
Jul 14, 2025
Zachary Coy McPherson, 28, of Amarillo, TX died Monday, July 14, 2025, in his home.
Zachary will be available for viewing from 9:00 AM-5:00 PM, Saturday, July 19, 2025. Memorial services will be at 4:00 p.m., Saturday, July 19, 2025 at Boxwell Brothers Ivy Chapel, 2800 Paramount Blvd. with Pastor Doug Gehm officiating.
Zachary was born April 15, 1997, in Amarillo, TX...
Lee Ann Franklin DeFries
Jul 14, 2025
Lee Ann Franklin DeFries, age 78 of Tulia, formerly of Dalhart passed away, Monday, July 14, 2025. Lee Ann was born May 8, 1947, to Lloyd “Bud” and Lela (McKeon) Franklin in Bisbee, Arizona. She was the oldest of two children.
Mom loved the Lord; she shared her testimony of the Gospel and her love of Jesus Christ to any and...
Harrison Junior Grantham "YaYa"
Jul 14, 2025
Harrison Junior Grantham “YaYa”, 88, of Amarillo, TX passed away Monday, July 14, 2025.
Services will be at 10:00 a.m. Friday, July 18, 2025, at Crossroads Country Church, 14425 FM 1541, with Bob Miller officiating. Burial will be at Memorial Park Cemetery. Arrangements are by Boxwell Brothers Funeral Directors, 2800 Paramount Blvd.
Harrison was born May 13, 1937, in San Antonio, TX...
Steve Thomas Smith
Jul 13, 2025
Steve Thomas Smith, 46, of Amarillo, TX died July 13, 2025.
A memorial gathering will take place at a later date. Arrangements are by Rector Funeral Home, 2800 South Osage.
Steve was born on January 19, 1979 in Gainesville, New York. He graduated from Palo Duro High School.
Stevie was preceded in death by his mother, Lorraine Smith; and nephew, Jaden Woodson.
He is...
Jean Low
Jul 13, 2025
Barbara Jean Low, 81, of Dallas, TX passed away July 13, 2025.
Funeral service will be at 10:30 AM, Monday, July 21, 2025 at Broadway Funeral Directors Chapel, 1901 Broadway St., Lubbock, TX. Interment will follow in Crosbyton Cemetery. Arrangements are by Boxwell Brothers Funeral Directors in Amarillo.
Barbara Jean (Stephens) Low was born on August 31, 1943, to Ralph Lee (R.L.)...
Juan Camargo
Jul 12, 2025
Juan Camargo, de 77 años, de Hereford, falleció el sábado 12 de julio de 2025 en Amarillo luego de una larga enfermedad.
Juan nació el 10 de octubre de 1947 en Ciudad Manuel Doblado, Guanajuato, México y vivió en Hereford desde 1973 cuando emigró a este país. Juan era hijo del difunto Apolinar y de María Gonzales Camargo. Era un trabajador...
Billie (Bill) Johnson
Jul 12, 2025
MSgt Billie (Bill) Johnson, USAF Ret., 89, peacefully left his earthly home in Amarillo, TX., with family by his side, on the morning of July 12, 2025.
Bill was born to Roy and Hallie (Wyatt) Johnson in Scott CO., MO. on September 7, 1935.
Preceding him in death were his parents, the love of his life, wife, Mary E. (Brothers) Johnson, his...
William Jewell Arnn
Jul 12, 2025
William “Dub” Jewell Arnn, 84, of Decatur, Texas passed away peacefully on July 12, 2025.
Born and raised in Amarillo, Texas, William rose above his circumstances and built a wonderful life that was full of adventure. He was a great salesman and earned many awards and accolades during a storied career, 40 years strong with Cummins/Fleetguard. He was proud of being...
Helen Marie Lee
Jul 12, 2025
Helen Marie (Tucker) Lee passed from this life and into the arms of her Lord and Savior on Saturday, July 12, 2025.
There to greet her was her loving husband, a son, and a number of family and friends.
Helen was born in Wichita Falls, Texas on June 14, 1929, to Floyd and Zula Tucker and then along with her siblings and...
John Cooke Banks
Jul 11, 2025
John Cooke Banks, 92, of Amarillo, Texas passed away peacefully on Friday, July 11, 2025.
Memorial services will be at 3:00 PM, Wednesday, July 16, 2025, at Boxwell Brothers Ivy Chapel, 2800 Paramount. Arrangements are by Boxwell Brothers Funeral Directors.
John was born in Lubbock, Texas on December 5, 1932, to William Banks & Allie Banks, who he affectionately called "George".
He attended...
Wayland "Cale" Rogers
Jul 10, 2025
Wayland “Cale” Rogers, 61, of Amarillo, passed away Thursday, July 10, 2025.
Memorial services will be at Arden Road Baptist Church on Friday, July 18, 2025 at 10:00 a.m., with Ken Holmes officiating. Arrangements are by Boxwell Brothers Funeral Directors, 2800 Paramount Blvd.
Cale was born on April 14, 1964, in Amarillo, Texas to Wayland and Barbara Rogers. He grew up in...
Erma Ahrens
Jul 10, 2025
Erma Ahrens, 91 of Amarillo, TX died Thursday, July 10, 2025.
Viewing will be from Noon - 5:00 p.m., Sunday, July 13, 2025, at Boxwell Brothers Funeral Directors, 2800 Paramount Blvd.
Graveside services will be at 10:00 a.m., Monday, July 14, 2025, at Memory Gardens Cemetery with Rick Black officiating. Arrangements are by Boxwell Brothers Funeral Directors, 2800 Paramount Blvd.
Erma was born...
Sandy Propes
Jul 8, 2025
Sandy Propes, 67, of Amarillo, TX passed away Tuesday, July 8, 2025.
The family will receive friends from 6-7:00 p.m., Friday, July 11, 2025, at Boxwell Brothers Funeral Home, 2800 Paramount Blvd. Services will be at 10:00 a.m., Saturday, July 12, 2025, at Boxwell Brothers Ivy Chapel with Joshua Jones officiating. Burial will follow at Llano Cemetery. Arrangements are by Boxwell...