OBITUARIES

Local Obituaries for the Limestone County in Groesbeck Texas

Helen Diane Rainer

Helen Diane Rainer

Apr 9, 2025

Helen "Diane" Rainer was born December 22, 1946, in Groesbeck, Texas, to Henry David Rainer and Lilly Lee Ray. She returned to her Heavenly Father on April 9, 2025, in Lampasas, Texas, at age 78.

Visitation will be held from 1:00-2:00 PM in the Groesbeck Funeral Home Chapel on Thursday, April 17, 2025.

Funeral services will be conducted at 2:00 PM on...

Mary Joyce Lauderdale

Mary Joyce Lauderdale

Mar 23, 2025

Mary Joyce Lauderdale, of Kosse, passed away in Round Rock, TX on March 23, 2025, at age 80.

Visitation will be held at Groesbeck Funeral Home, beginning at 10:00 a.m. on Friday, April 11, 2025.

Memorial services will begin in the Groesbeck Funeral Home Chapel at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, April 11, 2025, with Chester Springfield of Lott officiating.

Mary Joyce was born...

Mary Lou Magnole

Mary Lou Magnole

Mar 22, 2025

Mary Lou Magnole, 79, of Thornton passed away on Saturday, March 22, 2025, at Groesbeck LTC.

Graveside services will be held at 1:00 PM on Wednesday, March 26, 2025, at Memorial Oaks Cemetery, 13001 Katy Freeway in Houston, TX.

Mary Lou was born in Holdenville, OK on December 29, 1945, to Redgel Homer and Edna Ruth (Lollis) Carlton. The family moved to...

Joey Wayne Magouirk

Joey Wayne Magouirk

Mar 14, 2025

Joey Wayne Magouirk, of Groesbeck, finished his race and went to be with the Lord, surrounded by angels, his loved ones, and friends, on Friday, March 14, 2025.

Visitation will be held at Groesbeck Funeral Home on Friday, 21, 2025, from 10:00 a.m. through 11:00 a.m.

Funeral services will begin at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, March 21, 2025, in the Groesbeck Funeral...

James Michael Springer

James Michael Springer

Mar 13, 2025

James Michael “Jim” Springer, 78, of Groesbeck, formerly of Franklin, passed away on Thursday, March 13, 2025, in the comfort of his home, following a strong fight with cancer.

Visitation will be held from 5:00 – 7:00 PM on Friday, March 14, 2025, in the Groesbeck Funeral Home Chapel.

Graveside services will be held at 10:00 am on Saturday, March 15, 2025,...

Deborah Jeannette Haynes

Deborah Jeannette Haynes

Mar 12, 2025

Deborah Jeannette Haynes, of Kosse, passed away at Baylor Scott and White Hospital in Waco, at age 63. She left us peacefully on Wednesday, March 12, 2025, surrounded by her family who loved her dearly.

Visitation will begin at 12:00 noon on Monday, March 17, 2025, in the Groesbeck Funeral Home Chapel.

Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Monday,...

Cecil Wayne Lyon, Sr.

Cecil Wayne Lyon, Sr.

Mar 7, 2025

Cecil Wayne Lyon, Sr., of Kosse, passed away at Lake Shore Village in Waco on Friday, March 7, 2025, at age 94.

Visitation will be held on Sunday, March 9, 2025, from 2:00 – 4:00 p.m. in the Groesbeck Funeral Home Chapel, and also at the First Baptist Church of Kosse on Monday, March 10, beginning at 1:00 P.M.

Funeral services will...

Terry Don Pelton

Terry Don Pelton

Mar 3, 2025

Terry Don Pelton, of Kosse, passed away at Ascension Providence Hospital in Waco, on Monday, March 3, 2025, at age 56.

Graveside services will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Thursday, March 13, 2025, at Fort Parker Memorial Park Cemetery Pavilion, with Larry Ballou officiating.

Pallbearers will be Dean Mills, Joel Wells, Jonathan Hawkins, Sergio Arrendondo, Roger Ray, Kabrien Strain, Keith Sherrod,...

Jasper Esque Bilbrey, Jr.

Jasper Esque Bilbrey, Jr.

Feb 26, 2025

Jasper Bilbrey, Jr., 81, beloved Father, Father-in-law, Grandfather, Great-grandfather, and Son, was called to his eternal resting place on February 26, 2025. 

Graveside services were held on Friday, February 28, 2025, at Faulkenberry Cemetery.

Jasper entered this world on July 8, 1943, in Belton, TX, born to Jasper and Laura Bilbrey. 

He spent most of his life driving and working on trucks -...

Daniel Patrick "Danny" Owen

Daniel Patrick "Danny" Owen

Feb 26, 2025

Daniel Patrick “Danny” Owen, of Groesbeck, passed away at his home, peacefully in his sleep, on Wednesday, February 26, 2025, at age 57.

Graveside services will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, March 1, 2025, at Cobb Cemetery, with Revered Tracy Sims of the Central Baptist Church of Thornton officiating.

Danny was born on March 29, 1967, to James Raymond Owen...

Jackie Leon Hodges

Jackie Leon Hodges

Feb 22, 2025

Jackie Leon (Jack) Hodges, beloved son, brother, father, grandfather, and friend, passed away peacefully surrounded by family and friends on Saturday, February 22, 2025, at the age of 81.

Jack was born April 17, 1943, in Cleveland, TX, to Theron Carson Hodges and Frances Susan Morrow Hodges. 

He was preceded in death by his wife of 31 years, Teresa Dianne Hodges; sister,...

Gerald "Jerry" Lonnie Chapman

Gerald "Jerry" Lonnie Chapman

Feb 18, 2025

Gerald ‘Jerry’ Lonnie Chapman, 72, of Bremond passed away at home on Tuesday, February 18, 2025.

 Visitation will be held from 1:00 – 2:00 PM on Sunday, February 23, 2025, prior to services beginning at 2:00 PM in the Groesbeck Funeral Home Chapel with Pastor Leeann Freeman officiating. A burial will follow at Bremond City Cemetery.

Pallbearers will be Shelton Chapman, Clyde...

Michael Stanley Howell

Michael Stanley Howell

Feb 13, 2025

Michael Stanley Howell, 66, passed away peacefully, surrounded by his wife and daughters, on Thursday, February 13th, 2025, at Hillcrest Hospital in Waco, TX.

Mike was born on July 30th, 1958 to Wilburn and Marye Ann Howell in Palestine, TX, and was the oldest of their four boys. He graduated from Westwood High School in 1976 and worked for ALCOA and...

Marvin James Gibson

Marvin James Gibson

Feb 12, 2025

Marvin “Gip” James Gibson, 83, of Victoria, TX, passed away February 12, 2025.

He was born October 17, 1941, to Amos and Effie Mae Gibson in San Augustine County, TX. He married Linda Joyce O’Neal in 1969. They were married for 48 years, during which time they lived in Arlington, TX, and Victoria, TX. He enjoyed spending time with family and...

Johnny Pesina "Boots" Lujan

Johnny Pesina "Boots" Lujan

Feb 11, 2025

Johnny Pesina “Boots” Lujan, of Kosse, passed away at Baylor Scott and White Hospital in McKinney, on Tuesday, February 11, 2025, at age 73.

A Memorial service will be held at 5:00 p.m. on Saturday, February 15, 2025, in the Groesbeck Funeral Home Chapel.

Johnny was born in Ennis, Tx. to Frank C. Lujan and Trinidad Pesina Lujan on March 15, 1951....

George Smity Thomas, Sr.

George Smity Thomas, Sr.

Feb 10, 2025

George Smity Thomas, Sr, originally from Groesbeck, passed away at Lake Shore Nursing Home in Waco on Monday, February 10, 2025, at age 80.

There will be a visitation on Saturday, February 15, 2025, from 11:00 a.m. through 12:00 noon in the Groesbeck Funeral Home Chapel. 

Graveside services at the Pavilion at Fort Parker will begin at 1:00 p.m. on Saturday, February...

Alma Farley

Alma Farley

Feb 10, 2025

Alma Montgomery Farley passed away at Groesbeck LTC on Monday, February 10, 2025, at age 98.

She will be interred, with a private family service, in the Veterans Memorial Cemetery in Houston where her husband, Chester Farley is buried.

Alma was born May 23, 1926, to Edgar Montgomery and Rachel Pearl Atkinson Montgomery in Middletown, Ohio, where she grew up. 

After son, Terry...

Don Carroll Booker

Don Carroll Booker

Feb 1, 2025

Don Carroll Booker, age 81, passed away Saturday, February 1, 2025, at Kindred Hospital in Sugarland after a severe illness.

Visitation will be held at Groesbeck Funeral Home on Wednesday, February 5, 2025, beginning at 12:00 p.m.

Funeral services will begin at 1:00 p.m. on Wednesday in the Groesbeck Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will follow in Faulkenberry Cemetery.

Don was born in Blanco,...

Maria Teresa Salazar

Maria Teresa Salazar

Jan 25, 2025

Maria Teresa Salazar, of Groesbeck, passed away at Baylor Scott and White Hospital in Waco on Saturday, January 25, 2025, at age 59.

Visitation and Rosary will begin at 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday, January 28, 2025, in the Groesbeck Funeral Home Chapel.

Funeral services will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Wednesday, January 29, 2025, in the Groesbeck Funeral Home Chapel, with...

Gary Dale Mattix

Gary Dale Mattix

Jan 22, 2025

Gary Dale Mattix, age 79, of Groesbeck, Texas, passed away peacefully to be with the Lord on January 22, 2025. He was born on October 23, 1945, in Nowata, Oklahoma, and proudly served his country in the United States Air Force during the Vietnam War.

Gary’s life was marked by his love for the Lord, his family, his deep patriotism, a...

Local Obituaries at Groesbeck Funeral Home Inc. Providing Services in Limestone County in Groesbeck Texas

Helen Diane Rainer

Helen Diane Rainer

Apr 9, 2025

Helen "Diane" Rainer was born December 22, 1946, in Groesbeck, Texas, to Henry David Rainer and Lilly Lee Ray. She returned to her Heavenly Father on April 9, 2025, in Lampasas, Texas, at age 78.

Visitation will be held from 1:00-2:00 PM in the Groesbeck Funeral Home Chapel on Thursday, April 17, 2025.

Funeral services will be conducted at 2:00 PM on...

Mary Joyce Lauderdale

Mary Joyce Lauderdale

Mar 23, 2025

Mary Joyce Lauderdale, of Kosse, passed away in Round Rock, TX on March 23, 2025, at age 80.

Visitation will be held at Groesbeck Funeral Home, beginning at 10:00 a.m. on Friday, April 11, 2025.

Memorial services will begin in the Groesbeck Funeral Home Chapel at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, April 11, 2025, with Chester Springfield of Lott officiating.

Mary Joyce was born...

Mary Lou Magnole

Mary Lou Magnole

Mar 22, 2025

Mary Lou Magnole, 79, of Thornton passed away on Saturday, March 22, 2025, at Groesbeck LTC.

Graveside services will be held at 1:00 PM on Wednesday, March 26, 2025, at Memorial Oaks Cemetery, 13001 Katy Freeway in Houston, TX.

Mary Lou was born in Holdenville, OK on December 29, 1945, to Redgel Homer and Edna Ruth (Lollis) Carlton. The family moved to...

Joey Wayne Magouirk

Joey Wayne Magouirk

Mar 14, 2025

Joey Wayne Magouirk, of Groesbeck, finished his race and went to be with the Lord, surrounded by angels, his loved ones, and friends, on Friday, March 14, 2025.

Visitation will be held at Groesbeck Funeral Home on Friday, 21, 2025, from 10:00 a.m. through 11:00 a.m.

Funeral services will begin at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, March 21, 2025, in the Groesbeck Funeral...

James Michael Springer

James Michael Springer

Mar 13, 2025

James Michael “Jim” Springer, 78, of Groesbeck, formerly of Franklin, passed away on Thursday, March 13, 2025, in the comfort of his home, following a strong fight with cancer.

Visitation will be held from 5:00 – 7:00 PM on Friday, March 14, 2025, in the Groesbeck Funeral Home Chapel.

Graveside services will be held at 10:00 am on Saturday, March 15, 2025,...

Deborah Jeannette Haynes

Deborah Jeannette Haynes

Mar 12, 2025

Deborah Jeannette Haynes, of Kosse, passed away at Baylor Scott and White Hospital in Waco, at age 63. She left us peacefully on Wednesday, March 12, 2025, surrounded by her family who loved her dearly.

Visitation will begin at 12:00 noon on Monday, March 17, 2025, in the Groesbeck Funeral Home Chapel.

Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Monday,...

Cecil Wayne Lyon, Sr.

Cecil Wayne Lyon, Sr.

Mar 7, 2025

Cecil Wayne Lyon, Sr., of Kosse, passed away at Lake Shore Village in Waco on Friday, March 7, 2025, at age 94.

Visitation will be held on Sunday, March 9, 2025, from 2:00 – 4:00 p.m. in the Groesbeck Funeral Home Chapel, and also at the First Baptist Church of Kosse on Monday, March 10, beginning at 1:00 P.M.

Funeral services will...

Terry Don Pelton

Terry Don Pelton

Mar 3, 2025

Terry Don Pelton, of Kosse, passed away at Ascension Providence Hospital in Waco, on Monday, March 3, 2025, at age 56.

Graveside services will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Thursday, March 13, 2025, at Fort Parker Memorial Park Cemetery Pavilion, with Larry Ballou officiating.

Pallbearers will be Dean Mills, Joel Wells, Jonathan Hawkins, Sergio Arrendondo, Roger Ray, Kabrien Strain, Keith Sherrod,...

Jasper Esque Bilbrey, Jr.

Jasper Esque Bilbrey, Jr.

Feb 26, 2025

Jasper Bilbrey, Jr., 81, beloved Father, Father-in-law, Grandfather, Great-grandfather, and Son, was called to his eternal resting place on February 26, 2025. 

Graveside services were held on Friday, February 28, 2025, at Faulkenberry Cemetery.

Jasper entered this world on July 8, 1943, in Belton, TX, born to Jasper and Laura Bilbrey. 

He spent most of his life driving and working on trucks -...

Daniel Patrick "Danny" Owen

Daniel Patrick "Danny" Owen

Feb 26, 2025

Daniel Patrick “Danny” Owen, of Groesbeck, passed away at his home, peacefully in his sleep, on Wednesday, February 26, 2025, at age 57.

Graveside services will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, March 1, 2025, at Cobb Cemetery, with Revered Tracy Sims of the Central Baptist Church of Thornton officiating.

Danny was born on March 29, 1967, to James Raymond Owen...

Jackie Leon Hodges

Jackie Leon Hodges

Feb 22, 2025

Jackie Leon (Jack) Hodges, beloved son, brother, father, grandfather, and friend, passed away peacefully surrounded by family and friends on Saturday, February 22, 2025, at the age of 81.

Jack was born April 17, 1943, in Cleveland, TX, to Theron Carson Hodges and Frances Susan Morrow Hodges. 

He was preceded in death by his wife of 31 years, Teresa Dianne Hodges; sister,...

Gerald "Jerry" Lonnie Chapman

Gerald "Jerry" Lonnie Chapman

Feb 18, 2025

Gerald ‘Jerry’ Lonnie Chapman, 72, of Bremond passed away at home on Tuesday, February 18, 2025.

 Visitation will be held from 1:00 – 2:00 PM on Sunday, February 23, 2025, prior to services beginning at 2:00 PM in the Groesbeck Funeral Home Chapel with Pastor Leeann Freeman officiating. A burial will follow at Bremond City Cemetery.

Pallbearers will be Shelton Chapman, Clyde...

Michael Stanley Howell

Michael Stanley Howell

Feb 13, 2025

Michael Stanley Howell, 66, passed away peacefully, surrounded by his wife and daughters, on Thursday, February 13th, 2025, at Hillcrest Hospital in Waco, TX.

Mike was born on July 30th, 1958 to Wilburn and Marye Ann Howell in Palestine, TX, and was the oldest of their four boys. He graduated from Westwood High School in 1976 and worked for ALCOA and...

Marvin James Gibson

Marvin James Gibson

Feb 12, 2025

Marvin “Gip” James Gibson, 83, of Victoria, TX, passed away February 12, 2025.

He was born October 17, 1941, to Amos and Effie Mae Gibson in San Augustine County, TX. He married Linda Joyce O’Neal in 1969. They were married for 48 years, during which time they lived in Arlington, TX, and Victoria, TX. He enjoyed spending time with family and...

Johnny Pesina "Boots" Lujan

Johnny Pesina "Boots" Lujan

Feb 11, 2025

Johnny Pesina “Boots” Lujan, of Kosse, passed away at Baylor Scott and White Hospital in McKinney, on Tuesday, February 11, 2025, at age 73.

A Memorial service will be held at 5:00 p.m. on Saturday, February 15, 2025, in the Groesbeck Funeral Home Chapel.

Johnny was born in Ennis, Tx. to Frank C. Lujan and Trinidad Pesina Lujan on March 15, 1951....

George Smity Thomas, Sr.

George Smity Thomas, Sr.

Feb 10, 2025

George Smity Thomas, Sr, originally from Groesbeck, passed away at Lake Shore Nursing Home in Waco on Monday, February 10, 2025, at age 80.

There will be a visitation on Saturday, February 15, 2025, from 11:00 a.m. through 12:00 noon in the Groesbeck Funeral Home Chapel. 

Graveside services at the Pavilion at Fort Parker will begin at 1:00 p.m. on Saturday, February...

Alma Farley

Alma Farley

Feb 10, 2025

Alma Montgomery Farley passed away at Groesbeck LTC on Monday, February 10, 2025, at age 98.

She will be interred, with a private family service, in the Veterans Memorial Cemetery in Houston where her husband, Chester Farley is buried.

Alma was born May 23, 1926, to Edgar Montgomery and Rachel Pearl Atkinson Montgomery in Middletown, Ohio, where she grew up. 

After son, Terry...

Don Carroll Booker

Don Carroll Booker

Feb 1, 2025

Don Carroll Booker, age 81, passed away Saturday, February 1, 2025, at Kindred Hospital in Sugarland after a severe illness.

Visitation will be held at Groesbeck Funeral Home on Wednesday, February 5, 2025, beginning at 12:00 p.m.

Funeral services will begin at 1:00 p.m. on Wednesday in the Groesbeck Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will follow in Faulkenberry Cemetery.

Don was born in Blanco,...

Maria Teresa Salazar

Maria Teresa Salazar

Jan 25, 2025

Maria Teresa Salazar, of Groesbeck, passed away at Baylor Scott and White Hospital in Waco on Saturday, January 25, 2025, at age 59.

Visitation and Rosary will begin at 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday, January 28, 2025, in the Groesbeck Funeral Home Chapel.

Funeral services will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Wednesday, January 29, 2025, in the Groesbeck Funeral Home Chapel, with...

Gary Dale Mattix

Gary Dale Mattix

Jan 22, 2025

Gary Dale Mattix, age 79, of Groesbeck, Texas, passed away peacefully to be with the Lord on January 22, 2025. He was born on October 23, 1945, in Nowata, Oklahoma, and proudly served his country in the United States Air Force during the Vietnam War.

Gary’s life was marked by his love for the Lord, his family, his deep patriotism, a...