Local Obituaries for Families in Amarillo, Texas

Jun 12, 2026

Father Phillip “Phil” Benson Lindley, 73, of Amarillo, passed away on the morning of June 12, 2026.

A Memorial Mass will be held on Monday, July 27, 2026, at 7:00 PM in the evening at St. Thomas the Apostle Catholic Church, 4100 S. Coulter, with Cardinal Daniel DiNardo presiding. The family will have a private inurment ceremony at a later time. 

Father...

Jun 1, 2026

Barbara Ann Baker Chrostowski, 78, passed away peacefully on June 1, 2026, in Kansas City, Missouri.

A memorial service celebrating Barbara’s life will be held on July 18, 2026, at 10:00 AM at Schooler Funeral Home, 4100 S. Georgia in Amarillo, Texas. A reception will take place following the service. 

Barbara was born on August 19, 1947, in Amarillo, Texas. She remained...

Jun 25, 2026

Tomi Nell Townsend entered the gates of Heaven on June 25, 2026, surrounded by the love of her family and welcomed into the eternal presence of her Lord.

The family will receive friends on Monday, June 29, from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. at Schooler Funeral Home, 4100 South Georgia. A memorial service celebrating Tomi Nell's life will be held Tuesday, June...

Jun 23, 2026

Sherrill Lynn Ingram Guyette August 30, 1941 – June 23, 2026

Sherrill Lynn Ingram Guyette, 84, passed away peacefully on June 23, 2026, surrounded by the love of her family.

The family will be holding a reception at Amarillo Botanical Gardens on Sunday, June 28th from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.   

Born on August 30, 1941, Sherrill was the daughter of Rilen...

Jun 21, 2026

Jun 15, 2026

Martin “Marty” Herskovitz, beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and friend, passed away on June 15, 2026, surrounded by the love of his family.

Marty was born on July 27, 1944, in Lynbrook, New York, to Samuel and Dora Herskovitz, who preceded him in death, along with his older brother, Sheldon Herskovitz.

He is survived by his devoted wife of 59 years, Gail...

Jun 13, 2026

Tonya Lillian Neiman, 66, of Amarillo, passed away on June 13, 2026.

A graveside service led by family and friends to honor Tonya’s life will be held on Thursday, June 18, 2026, at 10am, at Memory Gardens Cemetery, 14200 Interstate 27 South.

Tonya was born on October 8, 1959, in Amarillo, Texas to Sonny and Jerry (Wolfe) Phillips. She received her General...

Jun 13, 2026

Lewis Dave Littlejohn, 73, of Amarillo, passed peacefully in his home on June 13, 2026.

Funeral services will take place on Wednesday, June 17, 2026, at 1:00 PM at Southwest Church of Christ, 4515 Cornell St. A private inurnment will be held at a later date.

Lewis was born on June 7, 1953, in Amarillo, Texas to Charles Dave and Francis Ann...

Jun 12, 2026

Robert Dale Payne, 72, of Fritch, Texas, passed away peacefully on June 12, 2026. A man known for his hard work, vibrant personality, and deep love for his family, Robert leaves behind a legacy of dedication and warmth.

Viewing will be held on Tuesday, June 23, 2026, from 9am to 5pm at Schooler Funeral Home, 4100 S. Georgia in Amarillo. The...

Jun 12, 2026

Joyce Marie Reid, 75, of Amarillo, passed peacefully in her home on June 12, 2026, with her husband Gordon at her side.

Visitation will be held at Schooler Funeral Home, 4100 S. Georgia, on Sunday, June 21, 2026, from 1 pm to 5 pm. Funeral services will be held in the funeral home’s Brentwood Chapel on Monday, June 22, 2026, at...

Jun 7, 2026

Mother Elizabeth L. Black, 76, formerly known as Sr. M. Bernadette, passed away on Sunday, June 7, 2026, (Solemnity of the Body and Blood of Christ). Mother Elizabeth was a Consecrated Virgin of the Association of Christ the King, who celebrated fifty years of Religious Life. Mother Elizabeth was born in Santa Anna, TX on December 21, 1949 to Dr....

Jun 5, 2026

Robert “Bob” J. Hunt, 81, of Angel Fire, New Mexico, passed peacefully on June 5, 2026.

Two separate Memorial Services are scheduled to honor Robert’s life. The first will be held on Saturday, June 20, 2026, at 1:00 PM at Green Valley School, 6900 FM 2153 Aubrey, TX 76227. The second will be held on Friday, July 24, 2026, at 11:00...

Jun 3, 2026

Vicki Lea (Tomlinson) Leech, 76, of Amarillo, passed on June 3, 2026.

Visitation will take place on Sunday, June 7,2026, from 1pm to 5pm at Schooler Funeral Home, 4100 S. Georgia. The family will receive guests from 3pm to 5pm. A graveside service will be held on Monday, June 8, 2026, at 10am, at Llano Cemetery with Pastor Loran Harper presiding.

Vicki...

Jun 2, 2026

Walter Duane Ollinger was born on July 26, 1957, in Pampa, Texas to his parents, W.H. and Evelyn Ollinger.  He was raised in a family of farmers and ranchers in Groom, Texas.  He graduated from Groom High School in 1975. 

Later, he relocated to Dumas, Texas, where he owned and operated Four Star Construction, which at one point employed approximately 100...

May 30, 2026

Honoring the Life of Crystal Sybounheuang.

Public viewing will be on Thursday, June 11, 2026 from 12:00 PM until 7:30 PM at Schooler Funeral Home, 4100 South Georgia.  A funeral service to honor Crystal will be on Friday, June 12, 2026 at 2:00 PM at Schooler Funeral Home, Brentwood Chapel and burial will conclude at Memorial Park Cemetery. 

Crystal, a beloved wife,...

May 26, 2026

Avery Lora Detten, 20, left this earthly life far too soon on May 26, 2026. Vigil services will be Sunday, May 31 at 6 p.m. at St. Thomas the Apostle Catholic Church, 4100 South Coulter in Amarillo. Mass will be celebrated on Monday, June 1 at 10 a.m. also at St. Thomas the Apostle Catholic Church with con-celebrants Father Tony...

May 25, 2026

Rex Alan Craig, 77, passed away peacefully in his bed at home on May 25, 2026.

Born on November 22, 1948, in Paris, Illinois, Rex lived a life defined by generosity, resilience, faith, and an unwavering commitment to helping others. He was a proud veteran who served during the Vietnam War and later built a successful career as a builder and...

May 22, 2026

Raymond E. Parsons, age 58 of Amarillo died May 22, 2026, in Amarillo.

A memorial gathering is planned for Friday, May 29, 2026 at 11:00 AM at Schooler Funeral Home, Brentwood Chapel, 4100 South Georg

Raymond E. Parsons was born May 27, 1967, in Ft. Stewart, Georgia, to Billy Eugene and Lorraine Menge Parsons. He graduated in 1986 from Kingston High School...

May 21, 2026

Sylvia was born in Tahachipi, California to Bonny Albert and Mary Victoria Miller. 

Sylvia has two children. A son, Richard Alan Magnano and a daughter, Melissa Ann Turley. Sylvia has a granddaughter, Gwinivere Turley, two grandsons, Jacob Magnano and Brandon Magnano. She has four great grandchildren. Apollo, Onyx, and Abraham born to Jacob and Ashley Magnano. Shiloh born to Brandon and...

May 21, 2026

John William “Bill” Scott, 86, of Amarillo, Texas, passed away on May 21, 2026, surrounded by his daughters.

A memorial service to honor his life is planned for Thursday, June 18, 2026 at 2:00 PM in the Pantheon Mausoleum at Llano Cemetery in Amarillo.

A lifelong resident of Amarillo, Bill was a proud 1958 graduate of Amarillo High School. He went on...