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Local Obituaries for Families in Amarillo, Texas
Blanche A. Henson
Jun 30, 2009
Ms. Henson, known as "Sue," was born Feb. 25, 1932, in Baltimore. As an adult, she cleaned houses for a living and loved to care for her five children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She was married for more than 60 years to Philip F. Henson Sr., who passed on June 18. Ms. Henson loved to bake from scratch, garden, work on...
Leandro Castillo Espinoza
Jun 20, 2009
Mr. Espinoza was born in Rodrigueno, Mexico. He worked as a laborer throughtout his life. There are no services scheduled at this time.
Jesus Flores
Jun 18, 2009
Jesse was born on December 24, 1931 to Cliserio and Sylvania Flores in Jimenez, Mexico. He worked in road construction for many years. He was a very loving dad and grandpa, and had a wonderful sense of humor. He will be loved and missed by all. Jesse is preceded in death by his parents, four sisters, and seven brothers. He...
Philip F. Henson
Jun 18, 2009
There are no services scheduled at this time. Philip F. Henson, Sr. was born April 18, 1928 in Laurel, Maryland, where he was also raised. On June 18, 2009, he went home to be with the Lord Mr. Henson served his country from 1947 until 1951 with the United States Army, stationed in Anchorage, Alaska. He worked as a Plant...
David Makuc
Jun 13, 2009
David was born January 1, 1978 in Sudan. He moved to Amarillo and was employed by Tyson. He was a generous, lovable, good person. He will be missed by everyone who knew him. He is survived by his wife Ahok Malaul of Amarillo; his children Makuch Makuch, Christina Makuch and Kual Makuch, all of Amarillo; a cousin Nyanjok Deng of...
Guadalupe Torres Gonzalez
May 31, 2009
Mr. Gonzalez was born December 12, 1923 in Nuevo Leon, Mexico. He moved to Crystal City, Texas where he met and married Delfina Contreras. Mr. Gonzalez worked as a farmer for most of his life. He was a member of the Knights of Columbus and Cursillista. He was a member of St. Laurence Cathedral. He is preceded in death by...
Eric Mireles
May 31, 2009
Eric was born July 28, 1990, to Jimmy and Maria Mireles. He passed from this life on May 31, 2009. Eric was a great son, brother and friend, who will be missed by all. He was preceded in death by his father, Jimmy Noe Mireles Sr., and his grandparents. Survivors include his mother, Maria of Hereford; two sisters, Monica Mireles...
Juan Ramirez Sr.
May 12, 2009
Mr. Ramirez was born April 3, 1949, in San Luis, Mexico. He was employed as a grounds keeper for Tascosa Country Club golf course. Survivors include his wife, Francisca Gomez Ramirez; two daughters, Josefina Williams and husband Christopher and Diana Ramirez, all of Amarillo; two sons, Juan Ramirez Gomez and Felipe Ramirez Gomez, both of Amarillo; his mother, Maria Ramirez...
Asunceon Pando
May 12, 2009
The family will have private services at a later date in her homeland of Mexico. Arrangements are by Angel Funeral Home, 2209 S. Arthur St. Asunceon was born May 10, 1923, in Mexico. She was preceded in death by her husband, Tanis Adame. Survivors include three daughters, Maria Adame of Mexico, Rosa Garcia of Borger and Imelda Adame of Oklahoma;...
Peter Willard O'Rourke
May 11, 2009
Pete passed unexpectedly from this life on May 11, 2009. He was born Dec. 18, 1954, in Salina, Kan., to Murray and Will O'Rourke, formerly of Amarillo. Known locally as a talented artist, musician, aka "Hairy Smith," motorcycle enthusiast and mostly as a true friend, Pete saw beauty and opportunity in all he did and everyone he met. His loving...
Anthony Paul Penna
Apr 30, 2009
Services will be held by family at a later date in New Jersey. Arrangements are by Angel Funeral Home, 2209 S. Arthur. Anthony was born in Brooklyn, New York and was stationed with the US Air Force in Amarillo in 1962. He loved playing pool with his many friends and was inspired by Willie Marsconi. He was preceded in death...
Emalie Bryana Pizano
Apr 29, 2009
Emalie was born October 27, 1993 and lived in Amarillo her entire life. She loved music and dancing. She loved spending time with family and friends. She was much loved, and will be deeply missed. She was preceded in death by her grandmother, Deloris Moreno and her brother, Andrew Zuniga. She is survived by her mother Laureda “Cookie” Sandoval; two...
Alvaro Mendez Macias
Apr 11, 2009
Alvaro was born April 30, 1951 in Cd. Cuahtemoc, Chihuahua Mexico, to Ruperto and Lasara Macias. He married Rosa Sanchez on August 5, 1974 in Lovington, New Mexico. They moved to Amarillo in 1985 and made it their home ever since. He was preceded in death by his mother, Lasara; his wife, Rosa Sanchez Macias; and one sister, Rosa Ester...
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