In Loving Memory
Recent obituaries and memorial notices from Lighthouse Funeral & Cremation Services in Amarillo. Read their stories, find service details, and share a message of comfort with their families.
1963 – 2026
With profound sadness, we announce the passing of Fanny Castellon, a beloved mother, sister, cousin, and friend, who left us on December 28, 2025, born to the late Cruz Louis “CL” Castellon and Maria Castellon on July 24, 1963, in Tulia, Texas. For over 30 years, Fanny resided in Happy, Texas, where she found joy…
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1937 – 2026
Geneva Palmer Pullen, 88, of Canyon, passed away peacefully on January 4, 2026. She was born in Clayton, NM, on April 4, 1937, to Garland T. and Pluma Lee (Rogers) Palmer. Geneva graduated from Dalhart High School and attended Colorado Women’s College and West Texas A&M University. She loved to travel and was especially fond…
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1987 – 2025
Amanda Shumate, 38, of Amarillo, passed away on December 28, 2025. She was born in Amarillo on June 27, 1987, to Donna Shumate. Amanda loved to sing and dance and was quite skilled at both. She enjoyed making people, especially her mother, smile and laugh. She would act silly and goofy just to put a…
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1974 – 2025
Whitney Leigh Clark, born March 27, 1974, went home to be with her Savior on December 30, 2025, after a courageous two-year battle with cancer. Whitney was a joy to all who knew her—full of life, creativity, and faith. She loved her family deeply and was especially proud of her role as Memaw to her…
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1952 – 2025
Jenny Kay Alewine, 73, of Amarillo, passed away on December 31, 2025. She was born on January 8, 1952, in Paducah, Texas, to Lawrence and Winnie (Allen) Powell. The family will receive visitors from 5:00-7:00 p.m. Friday, January 2, 2026, at Lighthouse Funeral Home, 3707 Wolflin Ave., Amarillo. Graveside Services will be held at 1:00…
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1981 – 2025
Manuel Octavio Juarez-Contreras, 44, of Amarillo, passed away surrounded by his loving family on Tuesday, December 23, 2025. He was born in Mexico on July 17, 1981. The family will receive visitors from 1:00 to 8:00 p.m. on Monday, December 29, 2025, with a Rosary recited at 6:00 p.m. A Mass of Christian Burial will…
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1968 – 2025
Robert “Mongo” Olona, 57, passed away on December 17, 2025, in Amarillo, Texas. Born on July 21, 1968, in El Paso, Texas, Robert lived a life marked by adventure, creativity, and deep devotion to his family. A proud graduate of Rocky Ford High School in 1987, Robert went on to attend Colorado Northwestern College. During…
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Byron Everitt DePauw, 50, of Amarillo, Texas, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on December 6, 2025. He was born in Amarillo, Texas, September 5, 1975, to his parents Wilbur Byron and Jeanette Everitt DePauw. Byron was born and raised in Amarillo, he graduated from Tascosa High School, while in school he put in extra…
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2025 – 2025
Kingston Isaac Saavedra, 7 months, slipped into the arms of his Heavenly Father on December 10, 2025. He was born on April 15, 2025, to Isaac and Cheri Saavedra. Although he was with us only for a short time, Kingston filled our lives with such joy. God allowed him to be in our lives to…
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2009 – 2025
Keaton Allen Kirton, 16, left this world too soon on December 13, 2025. He was born in Amarillo on July 14, 2009. Keaton was a surprise from the very beginning, and he stole our hearts immediately. Keaton and his dad, George, were inseparable; his circle grew as well as their hearts when his sister, Ivory,…
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2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Genabeth Rawlins Wilson, known mostly as Gus, on December 12, 2025. She was a force of nature—stubborn, independent, and fiercely loving. Her fiery spirit and unwavering work ethic shaped her life and inspired everyone around her. For many years, she brought joy to others…
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2025
Steven E. Turner, 59, of Amarillo, passed away surrounded by his loving family on December 12, 2025. A true celebration of a life well lived. Steven was born and raised in Flushing, New York, to Frank Turner and Adrienne Walter on Friday, April 29, 1966. Memorial Services will be held at 3:00 p.m. Thursday, December…
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