All Obituaries

In the gentle embrace of the heavens, we bid farewell to a remarkable soul, Billie Carl Collins Sr. Born under the care of a midwife, Billie's life was a tapestry of resilience, passion, and boundless love. He was preceded in death by his beloved wife of 45 years, Deborah J. Collins.  An entrepreneur by trade, he was a master of many crafts, each skill was a testament to his unwavering dedication and insatiable curiosity. But beyond his professional endeavors, Billie's true...

Brother Perry L. Floyd, Jr., son of the late Perry L. Floyd, Sr., and Helen Polk, was born February 19, 1939, in Omaha, NE. He relocated to Chicago in 1943 at a young age and was raised by his loving family and attended and graduated from Chicago public schools. After graduation, he joined the United States Navy, where he was honorably discharged after six years. Once discharged, he returned home and began working as an Advertising Executive for a magazine publishing company. He relocated...

Jessie Levi was born on Januaey 7, 1948, in Pampa, Texas, to the late James and Mary Levi.  Jessie gratuated from Pampa High School.  She worked as a private home health until she retired.  She attended church at Jerusalem Baptist Church under the leadership of Pastor Donald Newsome, until her health failed.   Jessie was an amazing cook.  Anything you could think of, she could cook it.  It is safe to say, the entire family will miss her amazing...

Claude L. Hill was born September 2, 1944, to Luvina Hill in Goree, Texas. He attended Carver High School until 1961. Claude worked for the Silver Grill Restaurant, Producer's Grain, Amarillo Car Wash, Glover Packing Company, and The Smelter. He worked at these companies until their closing. Claude also worked for Mead's Bakery, where he retired. Claude visited various churches and was known by numerous church members and friends. Claude enjoyed watching...

Ricky Vinson was born February 5, 1962, in Amarillo, Texas, to Anita White and Billy E Vinson. He played football for Sam Houston Junior High and Tascosa High School. He graduated from Tascosa High School. Ricky was a man of faith. He loved Jesus! His favorite hobbies were fishing and riding motorcycles. He was also a wonderful son, brother, father, and granddad. He met no strangers. Whatever was his was yours. He loved joking with people. He is preceded in death by his mother, Anita Louise...

Steven DeGrate was born on August 23, 1965, in Lubbock, Texas, to Willie and Dorothy DeGrate. He   attended Spring Lake Earth High School in Earth, Texas. Steven was always the life of the party. Most of the time, when you saw Steven, he was either singing, dancing or joking around. was a sweet and loving man who loved being with his family and friends. He was preceded in death by his father, Willie DeGrate.  He is survived by his mother, Dorothy DeGrate; children, Craig...

Tonya Renee Montague was the first-born child and only girl of parents Jackie and Bertha Montague. She was born June 29, 1960, in Amarillo, Texas. Tonya was the apple of her parents’ eye. Tonya began her pursuit of education at Rosenburg’s Kindergarten. She also attended Whittier Elementary, Travis Middle School and Palo Duro High, where she graduated in 1978. Tonya attended Amarillo College for a year and afterward she started her career in the medical profession as a unit...

Mary Ann was born July 26,1956 in Amarillo, Texas to E.J. McClendon and Minnie Pearl McClendon (Green). She began and finished her general education in Amarillo, Texas.  In June 2002, she was united in holy matrimony to Robert "Jesse" Roberson in Alamogordo, New Mexico. She was a superb homemaker, displaying a wonderful skill of great hospitality in making sure loved ones were well fed and very comfortable when visiting her home. She truly lived life to the fullest through...

Julia Flowers was born in Livingston, Alabama on December 18, 1933. She attended school in Sumpter County, Alabama. She was previously employed by St. Anthony’s Hospital, Bell Helicopter, BSA Hospital and private Home Caregiver. Julia enjoyed working in her yard and talking with her friends. She is preceded in death by her husband William O’Neal Flowers, parents Willie B Greene and Mary Pleasant; sister, Rose Terry; brothers, Willie B Greene, Jr, Charlie H. Pleasant;...