Local Obituaries for Families in Amarillo, Texas
Reneé Pruitt
Aug 1, 2026
Renée was born on June 4, 1967, in Roswell, New Mexico. She attended high school in Graham, Texas.
To know Renée was truly to love her. She had a vibrant spirit that radiated joy wherever she went. Welcoming, generous, and full of life, she had a remarkable gift for making others feel seen, loved, and at home. Each morning she greeted...
Charles David Kish
Jul 10, 2026
Charles David Kish, 86, of Amarillo, died on July 10, 2026.
A celebration of Charles’s life will be held at a later date
Charles was born in Barberton, Utah on July 18th, 1939. He met Donna Mae in October of 1959 They married on April 8th, 1960.
He was baptized on June 28, 1969, as one of Jehovah’s Witnesses. He became a father...
Joel Gonzalez
Jul 7, 2026
Obituario
Con profunda tristeza y dolor en nuestros corazones, anunciamos el sensible fallecimiento de Joel Gonzalez Escobar, cariñosamente conocido por sus nietos como Pito, de edad de 73 años, occurido del dia 7 de Julio del 2026 en Amarillo, Texas.
Nacido en General Teran, Nuevo Leon, Mexico el 13 de Febrero de 1953, vivio una vida llena de amor, dedicación y alegría....
Zoila M. Hernandez
Jul 5, 2026
Zoila Maria Hernandez, 79, of Amarillo, Texas, passed away peacefully on July 5, 2026.
Zoila was born on January 12, 1947, in Weslaco, Texas, to Catarino and Hilaria Vela. On March 12, 1976, she married Melchor S. Hernandez, in Dimmitt, Texas. Their marriage was a beautiful testament to enduring love and devotion, and after nearly sixty one years together, they still...
Santiago "Jim" Sanchez
Jul 5, 2026
Santiago "Jim" Sanchez, 60, of Amarillo, died on July 5, 2026.
Visitation will take place on Friday, July 17, 2026, from 9 am to 1 pm at Angel Funeral Home, 2209 S. Arthur St. A celebration of Jim's life will follow at 2 pm.
There are some souls whose presence leaves an imprint that time cannot erase. Santiago “Jim” Sanchez was one...
Roberto Alfonso Licon
Jun 29, 2026
Roberto Alfonso Licon, de 74 años, falleció el 29 de junio de 2026 en Amarillo.
El velorio público se llevará a cabo el jueves 2 de julio de 2026, de 10:00 a. m. a 7:00 p. m., en Angel Funeral Home, ubicado en el 2209 de South Arthur Street. El servicio funerario tendrá lugar el viernes 3 de julio de 2026...
Diana "Gigi" Margarita Luna
Jun 27, 2026
Diana Margarita “Gigi” Luna, 60, died June 27, 2026, in Amarillo.
Viewing will be on Tuesday, July 14, from 10:00 AM until 5:00 PM at Angel Funeral Home, 2209 South Arthur. A funeral service will begin at 6:00 PM on Tuesday, July 14, following the visitation.
Diana, lovingly known as Gigi, was a deeply loving woman with a heart of gold. She...
Alejandro S. Saliva Jr
Jun 25, 2026
Alejandro “Alex” S. Saliva Jr., 49, died June 25, 2026, in San Antonio, Texas.
Public Viewing will be Sunday, July 5, 2026 from 12PM until 4:30 PM at Schooler Funeral Home, 4100 South Georgia in Amarillo. The Rosary will follow at 5 PM on July 5, 2026. The funeral will be Monday, July 6, 2026 at 10:00 AM at Schooler Funeral...
Michael Zabdiel Ramirez
Jun 24, 2026
Michael Zabdiel Ramirez, a beloved son, bother, uncle, and friend passed away at the age of 29 on June 24th, 2026
Visitation will take place on Wednesday, July 15, 2026, from 2 pm to 5 pm at Angel Funeral Home, 2209 S. Arthur. The family will receive guests from 5 pm to 7 pm. Funeral services will be held on Thursday,...
Ernie Porter
Jun 23, 2026
Ernie Porter was born April 26, 1945, in Clovis, New Mexico, to R.C. and Mildred Tucker Porter.
Ernie began his working years ranching, later moved into trucking, and eventually found his true passion as a marine mechanic. He retired in 2000 after more than 15 years in the industry.
Ernie was a hardworking man who took pride in doing things well and...
Michelle Nichole Martin
Jun 13, 2026
Michelle Nichole Martin, 44, of Amarillo passed on the morning of June 13, 2026.
Michelle was born on July 13, 1981, in Ponca City, Oklahoma to Jimmy Beard and Sherri Summers. She was later adopted and raised by her stepfather, Jimmy Summers, who raised her as his own. Michelle graduated from Tonkawa High School and would later relocate to Amarillo, Texas....
Cristian Javier Diaz
Jun 13, 2026
A rosary will be said on Friday, June 19, 2026 at 6:00 PM at Schooler Funeral Home, Brentwood Chapel, 4100 South Georgia. The funeral will be Saturday, June 20, 2026 at 10:00 AM at Schooler Funeral Home.
Cristian Javier Diaz was born on February 27, 1999, in Amarillo, Texas, to his parents, Guillermo Javier Diaz and Roxanne Grace Rodriguez. He graduated...
Avianna Marie Nayola
Jun 13, 2026
Avianna Marie Nayola, infant daughter of Isaac Nayola and Jessie Perez, was called home far too soon on June 13, 2026.
The family invites you to join in celebration as they honor Avianna’s life on Friday, June 19, 2026, at 2 pm in the Angel Funeral Home’s Chapel of Angels, 2209 S. Arthur.
Avianna made her grand arrival on April 28, 2026,...
David Clinton Walters
May 26, 2026
David Clinton Walters, 79, of Amarillo, passed on May 26, 2026.
A celebration of David’s life will be held at a later date.
David was born on May 16, 1947, in Guymon, Oklahoma to Clinton Uless and Elsie Leona (Davis) Walters. He graduated from Keyes High School in Keyes, Oklahoma. From an early age, David had a knack for learning new things....
April Annette Reynolds
May 24, 2026
April Annette Reynolds, age 55, of Amarillo, passed away on May 24, 2026, in Amarillo.
A memorial service to honor her life will be held on Friday, June 5, 2026, at 11:00 AM at Hillside Christian Church Canyon Campus.
April was born on April 19, 1971, in Amarillo to her parents, Floyd Vernon Smith and Barbara Jean Colangelo Smith. She graduated from...
Douglas Marr
May 23, 2026
Douglas Lynn Marr was born on June 3, 1947, to Chester and Fern Marr in Deshler, Nebraska. He grew up in Oak, Nebraska, where he attended the Nelson School District. During his school years, Doug was an active member of the FFA, proudly serving as chapter president before graduating.Following high school, Doug enlisted in the United States Army, where he...
Marilyn McMillen
May 23, 2026
Marilyn McMillen, age 77 of Amarillo entered the gates of Heaven on May 23, 2026 in Amarillo surrounded by her family.
A memorial service to honor and celebrate Marilyn's life will be on Friday, June 12, 2026 at 10:00 AM at New Hope Fellowship, 8605 River Road.
Marilyn was born on August 5, 1948, in Big Spring to her parents, Edward Eugene...
Ryan Matthew Fleming
May 21, 2026
Ryan Matthew Fleming, 19, of Amarillo, passed away on May 21, 2026 in Canyon, Texas.
Visitation will be held on Wednesday, June 3, 2026, from 10 am to 12 pm, at Angel Funeral Home, 2209 S. Arthur. Funeral services will follow at 2 pm in the funeral home's Chapel of Angels. Burial will follow in Llano Cemetery East where Ryan will...
Nathan Chad Lorenz
May 20, 2026
Chad Lorenz, 47, of Amarillo, TX, went to be with his Heavenly Father on May 20, 2026.
The family will receive visitors on Tuesday, May 26, 2026, from 4pm to 6pm, at Angel Funeral Home, 2209 S. Arthur. Funeral Services will be held on Wednesday, May 27, 2026, at Cal Farley's Boys Ranch Chapel, 15 Julian Bivins Avenue, Boys Ranch, Texas,...
Birgit Quiroz
May 15, 2026
With heavy hearts and deep love, we announce the passing of Birgit Quiroz, who was born on November 17, 1959, in Berlin, Germany, and peacefully went to Paradise on May 15, 2026.
No services are scheduled at this time.
Birgit was the heart of her family — a woman whose love was unconditional, whose strength carried so many through difficult times, and...
