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.
1951 – 2025
Ernest Russell Graham passed away on October 19, 2025. He was born on June 7, 1951, in Amarillo, Texas to William Russell and Sally Jean (Nichols) Graham. He was an only child. Russell married Barbara Christopher on January 26, 1991, in Clarendon, Texas. Russell worked as a Mental Health Tech at the Pavillion for more…
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1972 – 2025
We honor the life of Elisa Rodriguez, born on October 14, 1972, in Mexico, and now residing in our hearts forever. Elisa, a loving wife, mother, and grandmother, was a beacon of strength and dedication, illuminating the lives of those fortunate enough to know her. She was a smart woman, insightful in every sense, and…
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1948 – 2025
Robert “Bill” Wayne Grant of Amarillo passed away peacefully in his sleep Sunday October 12, 2025, at his home. Bill was born on April 23, 1948, in Amarillo, Texas to Roy and Nove Grant. Bill was in the graduating class of 1966 from Palo Duro High School. He then married Sharon Pfeiffer on April 15,…
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1950 – 2025
Sharon Ann Prutzman, 75 of Possum Kingdom Lake passed peacefully, surrounded by family on October 17, 2025. Sharon was born to Frank and Dillie Garrett in Plainview, TX April 10, 1950. The youngest of 7 children afforded her the freedom to be a little mischievous as a child. Sharon met Tom Prutzman, the love of…
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1962 – 2025
Charles Daniel Olazaba was born on November 7, 1962, in Amarillo Texas to Guillermo Olazaba and Agripina Andrada. He passed away on September 20, 2025. There will be a balloon release at 5:00 p.m. on October 20, 2025, at Medi-Park by the Botanical Gardens. A Celebration of Life brunch will be held at 2:00 p.m.…
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1961 – 2025
James Devero Gallatin passed peacefully from this life on October 17, 2025. James was born in Amarillo on April 4, 1961, and was one of five children of Charles and Kathryn Gallatin. Jim faced many personal challenges in his life but fought to overcome them. James is remembered as being a kind, helpful and non-judgmental…
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1970 – 2025
Belkis Mena Garcia, 55, of Amarillo, passed away on October 10, 2025. She was born in Cuba on January 5, 1970, to Berto Mena Cruz and Virginia Garcia Raffo. A Rosary will be recited on Saturday, October 18, at 4:00 p.m. at Lighthouse Funeral Home, 3707 Wolflin Ave., Amarillo, Texas. Services will follow at 5:00…
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1967 – 2025
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Jeannette Elaine Shafer. Jeannette was born on October 1, 1967, in Amarillo, Texas and was called home to the Lord, unexpectedly on September 27, 2025. Jeannette graduated from Tascosa High School in 1985. She spent most of her working years with children. She was…
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1962 – 2025
We remember and honor the life of Todd Loran Perkins, born on September 22, 1962, in Clinton, Oklahoma, who passed away on October 6, 2025. Todd was a compassionate soul, a loving father, a funny friend, and a spirited individual who made a lasting impact on the lives he touched. He never missed an opportunity…
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1950 – 2025
Glenda Beth Lee, lovingly known as Beth, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on October 6, 2025. She was 75 years old. Beth was born on April 29, 1950, in Canyon, Texas, to Ellen Marie Nelson and William Harlace Nelson. She grew up in the Texas Panhandle and attended River Road Schools, later proudly…
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1948 – 2025
Billy (William) Frederick Gadberry, Jr. was born on October 28, 1948, to Alice and Bill Gadberry, Sr. in Seattle Washington. Billy passed away on August 11, 2025, in Amarillo Texas. Billy grew up in Seattle Washington and graduated from Franklin high school class of 1966. Billy enjoyed baseball and football, playing for the Franklin Quakers.…
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1968 – 2025
Paluku Valantin, 57, of Amarillo, passed away on September 2025. He was born in the Democratic Republic of Congo on January 1, 1968. He was preceded in death by his parents, Morisi Mulindangabu and Elizabeti Furaha and is survived by his sons, Birindwa Paluku, and Bita Valantin. Services will be held at 10:30 a.m. on…
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