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.
1943 – 2025
With a spirit as wild as the Amarillo wind that he often tried to tame, James Rodnie McWatters, better known as J.R., drove off into the sunset for his last ride on July 3, 2025. Celebration of Life activities will be at 3:00pm on Saturday July 12th, 2025, at 3915 San Jacinto Ave, 79106. Born…
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2003 – 2025
With hearts full of love and sorrow, we share the passing of Ashton Enrique Barreras, who left this world far too soon at the age of 22. Ashton was born on January 6, 2003, and from the moment he arrived, he brought joy, laughter, and light into the lives of all who knew him. Ashton…
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2025
In loving memory of Perry Bledsoe, a man whose love for Jesus and infectious joy touched every life he encountered, passed away, peacefully on July 5, 2025, at the age of 70. To know Perry was to know laughter. He had a gift for lighting up a room, not just with his ever-present smile, or…
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1953 – 2025
John William Laseter, 71, met his Savior face-to-face on July 2, 2025. Known as “Billy” to family, John was born July 23, 1953, on Carswell Air Force Base in Ft. Worth to Staff Sergeant John David and Gladys Laseter and named for his grandfather. He grew up in Corsicana, Texas, graduating from Corsicana High School…
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1980 – 2025
Eric James Torres, age 44, was born on November 4, 1980, in Hereford, Texas. He passed away on July 2, 2025, surrounded by the love of his family and friends, leaving behind a legacy of laughter, loyalty, and unconditional love. Eric was a man of many gifts—a hardworking oilfield hand, a jack-of-all-trades with a wrench…
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1939 – 2025
Ruby Lee (Barnhart) Bolton passed away peacefully on June 28, 2025, in Amarillo, Texas. Ruby was born on June 2, 1939, in Sedan, New Mexico, to Frank William Barnhart and Verna Olive Barnhart. She spent her early years in Sedan and graduated from Clayton High School in 1957. On December 10, 1966, Ruby married C.…
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2005 – 2025
It is with profound sorrow and yet a heart full of gratitude for a life well-lived that we announce the passing of Reginald Lewis Adams III, known affectionately by family as Tre, on June 23, 2025. Born January 13, 2005, in El Paso, TX, Tre brought joy and laughter to all who were privileged to…
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1948 – 2025
Jeannie Gay Walton, 77, of Amarillo passed away on June 18, 2025. Born on March 3, 1948, she was the eldest of three children born to Ola Inez (Burnside) and Virgil Elvin “Tex” Walton in Amarillo. Jeannie was preceded in death by her parents, and brother Virgil Tex Walton. She is survived by her brother…
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1962 – 2025
Aldo Enrique Rodriguez, 63, of Amarillo, passed away on June 24, 2025. He was born in Chihuahua, Mexico on January 17, 1962. Visitation/Viewing will be held from 1:00-4:00 p.m. this Sunday, June 29 at Lighthouse Funeral Home, 3707 Wolflin Ave., Amarillo. Funeral Services will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Monday, June 30, 2025, at…
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1969 – 2025
Norma Bustoz-Mendez, “Mama,” 56 of Amarillo passed away on June 16, 2025. She was born in Amarillo on May 23, 1969, to Paulo and Frances Bustoz. Norma worked for Walmart and retired after ten years. She was a member of St. Mary’s Catholic Church. Norma enjoyed dancing, going out to eat with her family and…
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1966 – 2025
Tommy Ray Wiggins, of Amarillo passed away on June 25, 2025, with his family at his side. He was born in New Orleans, Louisiana on August 15, 1966. Tommy loved the outdoors. He enjoyed camping, fishing, crawfishing, and boat riding in the bayou. He enjoyed driving them Levi’s in his truck with his woman at…
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1947 – 2025
Bennie Mack Henson, 78, of Amarillo, Texas, passed away on June 16, 2025. Born on February 11, 1947, to Eithel and William Henson, Mack was a feisty, loving, and unforgettable presence in the lives of all who knew him. Mack was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Idana Weatherred Henson; his parents, Eithel and…
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