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10/12/2026

Jerry Wayne Bada, 77, of Amarillo, TX passed away October 11, 2026.

Visitation will be from 6-7:30 PM, Thursday, October 15, 2026 at Boxwell Brothers Funeral Home, 2800 Paramount. Funeral service will be at 2:00 PM, Friday, October 16, 2026 at Boxwell Brothers Ivy Chapel. Interment will follow in Llano Cemetery. Arrangements are by Boxwell Brothers Funeral Directors.

Jerry was born in Springer, New Mexico and lived in Gladstone, New Mexico all his life until 2023, when they moved to Amarillo at retirement. He grew up working his family's ranch in Gladstone, eventually buying it from his parents at their retirement. He learned how to work on wells and windmills on the family ranch and eventually grew that into his own business, Jerry's Well Service. He worked a large area of northeastern New Mexico and southeastern Colorado. He was also volunteer fire fighter until his retirement.

Jerry married Sue Robinson in January 1985 and took on and loved her three heathen children as his own. They enjoyed hunting for arrowheads around the area and Jerry had a pretty good collection at one point. They enjoyed "going dancing" on Saturday nights, visiting with friends and listening to their good friend Sam play music. They often went on "world tours," driving around the country and visiting friends and family. They also enjoyed many cruises over the years, on their own and with good friends, and enjoyed seeing the different parts of the world.

One of Jerry's greatest joys was his grandchildren. At various times, all the kids spent extended periods at the ranch with their grandparents, and when Sue was working, he assumed total responsibility of the kids. He got them up and ready for the day, fed them, took them to work with him, whatever that entailed at the time, cleaned them up at the end of the day and put them to bed again. And they all lived to tell the tale!

He was preceded in death by mother, Lois Maye Oyler Bada; and father, Albert Paul Bada.

He is survived by his wife, Sue Bada, of Amarillo, TX; sister, Colleen Neely of Richland, MS; brother, Ronnie Bada and wife Cynthia, of Oklahoma City, OK; son, Lee Robinson and wife Lois, of Amarillo, TX; daughter, Kasie Robinson, of Amarillo, TX; son, Bart Robinson and wife Angela, of Edgewood, NM; many grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces, and nephews.

Online condolences may be shared at www.boxwellbrothers.com

10/12/2026

Alana “Lana” Kathleen (Ornell) Velasquez, 77, after dealing with ongoing issues related to Parkinson's, entered into the presence of her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on October 8, 2026 at her home in Amarillo, TX.

Visitation will be from 6-7:00 PM, October 14, 2026 at Boxwell Brothers Funeral Home, 2800 Paramount. Funeral service will be at 10:00 AM, Thursday, October 15, 2026 at Paramount Baptist Church. Interment will follow in Llano Cemetery. Arrangements are by Boxwell Brothers Funeral Directors.

She grew up in Minnesota and graduated as Valedictorian of Morgan Park High School in Duluth, MN. Earning a Governor’s Award, she attended Macalester in St. Paul, MN where she received a degree in education. Later, she also earned her Master of Education. Lana taught elementary education for 21 years as a creative and dedicated teacher. In 2008, she was the teacher of the year for Amarillo Public Schools and was invited to the White House. Lana loved writing and wrote multiple devotionals, poems, music, and published a book of poetry. She was active in the Amarillo Area Parkinson’s Association and a member of Paramount Baptist Church. She maintained a beautiful attitude of gratitude and love for the Lord throughout her life. She is loved by all and will be greatly missed.

Lana married Benjamin Velasquez on October 14, 2000 in Amarillo, TX. She loved crossword puzzles. Lana wrote 3 published books, over 100 poems, and 3 songs. She was often referred to as “sweetie pie.”

Lana was preceded in death by her father, Allen Ornell; her mother, Gwendolyn Ornell; her son, David (Sarah) Richards; and her daughter, Kelly Richards.

She is survived by her husband, Benjamin Valasquez; grandchildren: Ryden Fox Richards, Cricket Rickman, Aislinn Richards, and Ian Richards; siblings, Tom Ornell (Carol) of Deluth, MN, Jane Conly (Joe) of Deluth, MN, Jim Ornell (Beverly) of Minneapolis, MN, and Dee Dee Johnson (Larry) of Deluth, MN; and many additional extended family.

We would like to express a special "thanks" to April, Veronica, and Rebecca for the loving care they provided to Lana.

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10/09/2026

Manuel “Toby” Tobias, 84, of Amarillo, Texas, passed away on October 7, 2026.

A memorial service will be held at 11:00 a.m., Tuesday, October 13, 2026, at Family Life Church, 3900 SW 58th Avenue, Amarillo, Texas. Please wear your favorite baseball cap in honor of Toby. Inurnment will follow at 3:30 p.m. at Dumas Cemetery in Dumas, Texas. Arrangements are by Boxwell Brothers Funeral Directors.

Toby was born September 8, 1942, in Scott City, Kansas, to Isaac R. Tobias Jr. and Elodia N. “Lola” Nevarez. He graduated from Dumas High School and went on to proudly serve his country in the United States Army. After 10 years of service, he retired from the military and began a career as a mechanic with Phillips 66/Duke Energy.
On November 7, 1964, Toby married Patricia “Bitsy” Faye Hager in Dumas, Texas. They shared 51 years of marriage until her passing in 2015. Toby later married Vickie B. Morgan on August 12, 2017. He welcomed Vickie’s children and grandchildren as his own and loved them deeply.

Above all, Toby loved his family. He was a proud American who held God, family, and country close to his heart. He ended each prayer with the words, “Keep Texas Red.”

Toby was a devoted member of Family Life Church, where he looked forward each week to serving as a door holder.

If you knew Toby, you knew that he was never far from a baseball field. He served as a Little League district administrator from 1974 to 2008 and began umpiring in 1979. He coached Little League baseball and pee-wee football and umpired Little League baseball, high school baseball and softball, junior college baseball, college baseball, and, in the 1970s, the Amarillo Gold Sox. Toby and Vickie were also proud season ticket holders of the Amarillo Sod Poodles from their inaugural season.

Toby had a servant’s heart and was always willing to help others. He would give the shirt off his back without ever wanting recognition or credit. Throughout his life, he became a father figure to many of his nieces, nephews, and the young people he encountered on the baseball field. His generosity, guidance, and love touched countless lives.

He was preceded in death by his parents; his first wife, Patricia “Bitsy” Faye Hager Tobias; his son, Toby Tobias; and his brothers, Johnny Tobias, Tony Tobias, and Joe Felix Tobias.

Toby is survived by his wife, Vickie Morgan Tobias; children, Tommy Tobias and wife, Tisha, Trina Tobias, Colby Morgan and wife, Stephanie, and Coresa Ford and husband, Gary Jr.; grandchildren, Joshua Tobias, Jacob Tobias, Bentley Tobias, Jared Morgan, Riley Ford, Chase Ford, Aiden Ford, and Morgan Ford; great-grandchildren, Lynnleigh Tobias and Rory Tobias; sisters, Fran Robbins, Emily Tobias, Josie Peacock, Teresa Eslick, and Ernestina Ruiz; sisters-in-law, Adela Tobias and Teresa Tobias; and numerous nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, and cousins.

Toby will be deeply missed by his family, friends, and the many people whose lives he touched through his faith, service, and love for others.

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10/08/2026

Phyllis Joann Bailey, 87, of Amarillo, TX passed away October 7, 2026.

Visitation will be from 2-4:00 PM, Saturday, October 10, 2026 at Boxwell Brothers Funeral Home, 2800 Paramount Blvd., Amarillo, Texas. Funeral service will be at 10:00 AM, Monday, October 12, 2026 at Community Worship Center in Perryton, Texas. Interment will be in Ochiltree Cemetery in Perryton, Texas. Arrangements are by Boxwell Brothers Funeral Directors.

Phyllis was born April 29, 1939 in Dalhart, TX to Edgar and Marie Hill.

She was preceded in death by her father Edgar Hill and mother Marie Hill, and her sister Iris Farr May 4, 2017

She is survived by her husband Bill Bailey, her 7 children Gina and Dale Parsley, Bill Luker, Patti and Rick Peinado, Teresa Holland, Terry and Rachel Luker, Jonathan and Chandra Bailey, Jordan and Kari Bailey, 15 grandchildren, and 16 great grandchildren and counting.

On the evening of October 7th our precious Phyllis went home to be with Jesus. Her family quietly gathered in the room and opened the hospital window where the light from a particularly magnificent sunset blanketed the room with the warmest colors of orange, red and pink. As her daughter prepared to leave for the night, she leaned down and touched her arm and said “well done good and faithful servant, it’s time to go home now” and Phyllis took her last breath and went to the arms of Jesus.

She was a wife of 38 years and they were still so in love. They travelled often, enjoying many adventures together. Phyllis was also very close to her only sister who preceded her home to Jesus in 2017. She went to her first church service with her best friend Virginia at 10 years old and fell in love with Jesus. She was baptized soon after at 11 years old and never stopped sharing the hope and joy Jesus gave her with others. She made sure her children went to church every Sunday and Wednesday night and lived out her faith in both the words she spoke and the things she did.

Phyllis loved to play games, and in recent years, became an ambitious Samba player with her tight-knit group of friends. She loved to quilt and hand-quilted special blankets for each of her grandchildren and great grandchildren. Phyllis treasured her walks enjoying company or quiet, and the goodness of her Creator. She fiercely loved her family. She cherished a great cup of coffee and a good book. She was an artist and a writer, and never missed a birthday card.

Phyllis was salt and light in this world and a beacon of hope and comfort for countless people. She rose up every morning at 5 AM to spend time with the Lord, beautifully burdened in prayer and supplication for her family, friends, and all those the Lord put in her path. Phyllis enjoyed her BSF Bible group and diving deeper into the Word and she and her husband spent 10 years serving in hospice and the Emmaus community. They both also participated in the foreign exchange student program. She was deeply involved in her church and local ministry, Sharing Hope. She was a big sister in the Big Brother Big Sister program, served in the Jirah ministry, and Meals on Wheels. She was selfless, compassionate, kind and gentle, quiet in spirit, a city on a hill, servant of Christ, spiritual matriarch of her family. Her legacy of loving the Lord and serving others continues on in the work of her children, grandchildren and great grandchildren.

Those wishing to honor Phyllis’ memory may do so by sending flowers or making a donation to the Sharing Hope ministry in Amarillo Texas.

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10/08/2026

Patricia Franklin

Patricia Pearl Hunt was born in Groom, Texas on January 18, 1950. She graduated from Groom High School in 1968 and then pursued her bachelor’s of education degree from West Texas State University. That is where she met David Franklin, her college sweetheart. They were married in 1969 and were very blessed to celebrate 52 years of marriage.

They enjoyed time with family, watching their grandkids play sports, and camping by the river in Colorado.

They were members of Hillside Christian Church and enjoyed serving and teaching in the preschool department.

She was preceded in death by her husband, David, her parents, Kenneth and Earlene Hunt, and her brother, Herb Hunt.

Patricia was Nana to 7 grand kids, 1 great granddaughter and 1 on the way. She loved and cherished her grandkids and time spent with them through the years.

She is survived by her son, Marc Franklin and wife Lori, granddaughter Bethany Flowers and husband Grady, expecting a baby girl in February, grandson Koby Franklin and fiancé Chandler Schulte, and granddaughter Jayli Franklin, her daughter Lisa Smith and husband Gary, grandson Brady Willimon and wife Tanna, great-granddaughter Ariel, granddaughters Avery Smith and Alissa Smith, and grandson Mason Smith.

She faced the most challenging phase of life on September 22, 2021 when she lost her beloved husband, David. She continued to be blessed and cared for by her family and some amazing friends that showed up for her and showered her with so much love and kindness.

For the last 5 plus years, she has prayed for the day she got to meet her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. On Tuesday morning, October 6, 2026 her prayer was answered.

We want to give a special thank you to all of her friends that checked on her, whether in person or by phone. It really was a bright spot in her day. We also want to thank Gina, Natalie, LaDonna and all the wonderful care staff at Sky West Amarillo. Thank you for being so good to her, and treating her with love and compassion, especially the French toast mornings, as a special treat.

And last but not least, thank you to Enhabit Home Health and Hospice for the compassionate care she received to keep her moving, encouraged, and comfortable.

There will be a visitation and celebration of life October 13, 2026, 6:00-7:30 at Boxwell Brothers Funeral Home.

Let us give thanks to the Lord for he is good. His mercy and love endures forever. Amen!

Online condolences may be shared at www.boxwellbrothers.com

10/07/2026

Jeanette Wingate lived a life filled with love, adventure, and purpose. On October 3, 2026, she began her next adventure, leaving behind a lifetime of beautiful memories. Surrounded by the family she cherished, she departed this life to a heaven, as she envisioned it, filled with fields of wildflowers, frolicking puppies, and the familiar faces of loved ones waiting to welcome her.
Jeanette was born on March 3, 1963, in San Antonio, Texas, to Glenn Alfred Tripp and Margaret “Peggy” Houlihan-Tripp. Her childhood was full of change and uncertainty, but those experiences helped shape the determined, independent woman she became. From an early age, Jeanette knew what she wanted most in life: a loving home filled with stability, traditions, compassion, and unconditional support.

On September 13, 1981, Jeanette married Mark Wingate in Palo Duro Canyon. Together, they built the life she had always dreamed of, raising three sons and creating a home where love and family came first. Jeanette was especially proud of breaking the cycles of her childhood and building something lasting. In her own words, she and Mark had created exactly what they wanted.

Jeanette was a woman of many passions. She was athletic, creative, courageous, and fiercely loyal to those she loved. She was someone who believed in experiencing life rather than simply watching it pass by. Whether jumping out of an airplane, tending to her flowers, or setting off on another adventure, Jeanette embraced life with enthusiasm and curiosity.

Her love of exploring took her to 42 states and nine countries. She collected sand from 62 beaches, attended concerts by 35 different artists with Mark, and made memories sailing, surfing, hiking, and discovering places off the beaten path. From the mountains of Kauai to the shores of the British Virgin Islands, Jeanette found joy in discovering what the world had to offer.

Sailing held a particularly special place in her heart. She described the feeling of moving across the water without a motor as both peaceful and exciting. She found that same sense of freedom in nature, especially while hiking through Palo Duro Canyon. Mark often said Jeanette wanted to go to the end of the road, and then a little further, just to see what was there.

While Jeanette loved adventure, her greatest pride was the family she and Mark created. Their three sons, the wonderful women they married, and their nine grandchildren were the fulfillment of the dream she'd carried since childhood. As Mark would say, it was "a beautiful painting."

Jeanette is survived by her husband, Mark Wayne Wingate; their sons, Mark Cristopher Wingate and his wife, Belinda Bre; Matthew Lucas Wingate and his wife, Ashley Kay; and Johnathan Wayne Wingate and his wife, Haley Shea; and nine grandchildren: Ryne, Bryce, Lucas, Weston, Brittyn, Huxley, Kyndall, Dansby, and Marley. She is also survived by her sister, Kathryn Goldthorpe, and her husband, Jeff; her brother-in-law, Harry Halsell; her beloved aunt, Kathleen Cochran of Ireland; and many cherished relatives and friends.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Glenn Alfred Tripp and Margaret “Peggy” Houlihan; her sister, Glenda Aileen Halsell; her mother- and father-in-law, Patricia Cooper and Jim Wingate; and her dear friends, Darla J. Mathis and Larry Larson.

In preparing for this day, Jeanette wrote, "I've had such a wonderful life." She wanted those she loved to remember the laughter, adventures, and memories they shared, rather than dwell in sorrow.
Jeanette has finally discovered what lies beyond the end of the road: that beautiful meadow, the people she missed, and a whole new adventure to embark on.

Family suggests memorials be made to Wildcat Bluff Nature Center, 2301 N Soncy Rd, Amarillo, TX 79124.

A celebration of Jeanette's life will be held Tuesday, October 13, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. at Boxwell Brothers Ivy Chapel, 2800 Paramount Blvd. In accordance with Jeanette's wishes, those who wish to honor her are warmly encouraged to bring a favorite story or memory to share.

"Do not mourn me, celebrate me. I love you."

10/06/2026

Danny Ray “Dan” Luther, 84, passed away on October 3, 2026, in Amarillo, Texas.

A memorial service will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, October 9, 2026, at Boxwell Brothers Ivy Chapel in Amarillo.

Dan was born on July 30, 1942, in Elk City, Oklahoma. He graduated from Hartley High School in 1960 and attended Wayland Baptist University in Plainview, Texas. In 1977, he married Beth Dotson of Amarillo, and together they shared 47 years of marriage.

Dan enjoyed a successful career as a salesman at Amarillo Hardware, where his accomplishments earned him numerous awards and trips as a top salesman. After Amarillo Hardware closed, he continued his career in insurance sales.

Athletic throughout his life, Dan played basketball in high school and later participated in a pool league, but golf was his favorite pastime. He loved spending time on the course, watching sports, and going to the movies. He and Beth enjoyed their weekly outings to eat, and he especially enjoyed entertaining his children and grandchildren when they came to town. Those visits brought together many of the things he valued most: family, good food, and time spent together.

Dan was preceded in death by his wife, Beth Luther, and his parents, Cyril and Wilma Hedrick.

He is survived by his daughters, Dana Turney and Joelle Jerden; his stepdaughters, Becky Bell-Linke and her husband, Kenny, and Tiffany Denton and her husband, Jeff; his grandchildren, Christina, Patricia, Jessica, Amanda, Fisher, Sierra, Hazel, Lauren, Ryan, and Austin; his great-grandsons, Riley and Preston; and his sister, Shirley Conway and her husband, John.

Dan will be lovingly remembered by his family and friends, who will cherish the memories of time spent with him.
Family suggests memorials be made to the Ryan Palmer Foundation

https://ryanpalmerfoundation.org/

Online condolences may be shared at www.boxwellbrothers.com

10/06/2026

Miguel Rivera, 88, of Amarillo, TX passed away October 5, 2026.

Miguel will be available for viewing from 8:00 AM-8:00 PM, Wednesday, October 7, 2026 at Boxwell Brothers Funeral Home, 2800 Paramount. Rosary will be said at 6:00 PM, Wednesday, October 7, 2026 at Boxwell Brothers Ivy Chapel. Memorial mass will be celebrated at 1:00 PM, Friday, October 9, 2026 at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church, 1210 SE 11th. Arrangements are by Boxwell Brothers Funeral Directors.

Miguel was born June 11, 1938 in Guadalupe de Atlas, Asientos, Ags., Mexico to Jesus Rivera and Belen Castillo.

Miguel loved baseball, watching dancing and music videos, and food! Among his favorites were carne asada, beef, barbacoa, birria, mole, rice, burgers, pizza, and coca cola. He enjoyed watching soccer and documentaries and earlier in life, lived in Chicago for 25 years. He had 7 children and raised a few on his own.

He is preceded in death by his wife, Maria Isabel Rivera; mother, Belen Castillo; wife, Maria Isabel Rivera; and siblings, Elisa Rivera, Sara Rivera, and Eliseo Rivera.

Miguel is survived by his children, Maria Rivera de Perez and husband Raul, Francisco Rivera and wife Cilveria, Belen Mata and husband Juan, Juan Carlos Rivera and wife Carmen, Miguel Rivera and wife Mayra, Jose Rivera, and Cynthia Rivera and husband Armando Flores; 18 grandchildren; and 13 great-grandchildren.

Online condolences may be shared at www.boxwellbrothers.com

10/05/2026

Hildamae D Benedix, age 92, of Amarillo, Texas, passed away peacefully on October 4, 2026 surrounded by her loving family. She was born on December 6, 1933 in St. Louis, Missouri to James and Bernadine Cooksey.

Hildamae was raised in Pasadena, California and St Louis, Missouri. Her first job after high school was working for a bank in St Louis on the new IBM proofing machine. She also worked as a florist, homemaker, bookkeeper, manager of a tractor supply store, and briefly in the apparel industry. She was a long-time Amarillo resident.

Hildamae's talents were many. She was extremely accomplished in knitting and crocheting and loved making items for her family. She also enjoyed cake decorating, sewing, crafting, and playing Canasta. She loved to travel, identifying Austria as her favorite country to visit.

She was a member of Trinity Baptist Church, the Truth Seekers Bible Study Group, New Neighbors of Amarillo, AVIHK Shrine Temple No 70 Daughters of the Nile, Amarillo Chapter #787 Order of the Eastern Star, and KHIVA Honored Ladies.

Hildamae is survived by her three daughters Lynda Mitchell of Amarillo, Glynda Dallas of Clovis, New Mexico, and Rhonda Hardy of Decatur, Texas; seven grandchildren; 20 great grandchildren; and nine great-greats. She was preceded in death by her husband, Richard H. Benedix, in 1997.

Visitation will be from 5-6:30 PM, Friday, October 9, 2026 at Boxwell Brothers Funeral Home, 2800 Paramount. Celebration of life will be held at 11:00 AM, Saturday, October 10, 2026 at Trinity Baptist Church. Interment will follow in Memory Gardens Cemetery. Arrangements are by Boxwell Brothers Funeral Directors.

In lieu of flowers, family has requested donations be made to Trinity Baptist Church Blanket of Love Ministry in memory of Hildamae Benedix.

He that dwelleth in the secret place of the Most High shall find rest in the shadow of the Almighty. Psalm 91:1

10/05/2026

As we celebrate 100 years of being a family-owned and operated funeral home, our family has uncovered so many wonderful memories captured in photographs and home videos throughout the years.

While this particular memory isn’t funeral home related, it is very much family related, and we thought many of you might remember this event!

The American Gladiators came to the Civic Center in Amarillo, Texas. Bart Boxwell was given the opportunity to compete against the American Gladiators, and he drew the one and only Nitro!

While Bart didn’t take home the top spot, he did finish in second place! 🏆

We’re excited to share a little piece of our family history with you. Enjoy some of our home footage from Bart’s competition against the American Gladiators!

Do you remember when the American Gladiators came to Amarillo? We’d love to hear if you were there! 🤍

Bart Boxwell

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