Obituaries

Obituaries

Recent Obituaries

William Lee Odell

William Lee Odell

Apr 4, 2025

William Lee Odell, 79 of Fritch, passed away on Friday, April 4, 2025, at home surrounded by family. A Celebration of Life will be held Saturday, April 12, 2025, at Fritch First Baptist Church. Cremation was under the direction of Minton Chatwell Funeral Directors of Borger.

William was born September 12, 1945, in Borger to Taylor Mullins Odell and Bertha Christine...

Jamie Lee Gariepy

Jamie Lee Gariepy

Apr 2, 2025

My Jamie Lee Gariepy, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away on April 2, 2025, in Amarillo, Texas. She was born on August 23, 1969, and her life was a tapestry woven with love, laughter, and unforgettable memories.

Jamie’s career as a Customer Service Representative was marked by her dedication and compassion, as she endeared herself to countless...

Mark Stephen Lilley

Mark Stephen Lilley

Apr 1, 2025

Mark Stephen Lilley, 74, passed from this life Tuesday, April 1, 2025 in Borger.  He was born August 15, 1950 in Durant, OK to Calvin Eugene Lilley and Mary Jo Bruce Lilley. Celebration of Life will be 3:00 Monday, April 14, 2025 at the Celebration Family Church in Fritch and burial will follow at Highland Park Cemetery in Borger.  The...

Frances Hefner

Frances Hefner

Apr 1, 2025

Frances Hefner, a beloved matriarch, passed away peacefully on April 1, 2025, at the age of 90, in Stinnett, Texas. Born on December 2, 1934, in Borger, Texas, Frances was a lifelong resident of the area, where she touched the lives of many with her warmth and kindness.

Frances was married to Max Wayne Hefner on June 17, 1953, in Clayton,...

Donald Eugene Karber

Donald Eugene Karber

Mar 31, 2025

It is with deep Love and admiration that we celebrate the life of Don Karber who passed away peacefully on March 31st at the age of 76.  Born in Perryton, Texas Don was a devoted Husband, Father, Uncle, Grandfather, Great-Grandfather, Army Veteran, Church Deacon, and Friend.

Don is now reunited in heaven with his father and mother Ben & Lois Karber...

Joy Don Rush

Joy Don Rush

Mar 27, 2025

Joy Don Rush, 68, went to be with her Lord and Savior on Thursday, March 27, 2025.

Funeral services will be held at 11 am on Thursday, April 3, 2025, at Grace Church in Borger. Burial will follow in Westlawn Memorial Park under the direction of Minton Chatwell Funeral Directors of Fritch. The family will receive guests from 5-7 pm on...

Ila Jean Roach

Ila Jean Roach

Mar 24, 2025

Ila Jean Roach, 89, passed away Monday, March 24, 2025.

Graveside services will be held at 2 pm on Thursday, March 27, 2025, at Llano Cemetery in Amarillo, Texas. Services are under the direction of Minton Chatwell Funeral Directors of Borger.

Ila was born February 4, 1936, in Sedan, New Mexico to George W. Lechner and Lelah Fudge Lechner. She worked for...

Bill Ray Murry

Bill Ray Murry

Mar 21, 2025

On November 8th, 1932, on Bear Creek, Borger, Texas a precious red headed baby boy was born to Elmo and Cleo Murry. On March 21 at the age of 92, life’s journey for Billy Ray Murry ended and he entered into his eternal home to be with his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ.

Left to cherish his memory is his wife...

Greg Allen Morgan

Greg Allen Morgan

Mar 18, 2025

Greg Allen Morgan, 46, of Amarillo passed away on Tuesday March 18, 2025, in Amarillo.

A celebration of his life will be at 2:00 pm, Tuesday, March 25, 2025, at Celebration Family Church.

Greg was born to Gary Joe Morgan and Glenda Huff on March 30, 1978, in Borger. He grew up in Stinnett. Greg worked for the city of Amarillo at...

Lewis Ray Dickson

Lewis Ray Dickson

Mar 16, 2025

Lewis Ray “Cowboy” “Ray Ray” Dickson, 64, passed away Sunday, March 16, 2025.

A celebration of his life will be held at 11 am Saturday, March 22, 2025, at New Zion Baptist Church with Pastor Warren Coble officiating. Cremation is under the direction of Minton Chatwell Funeral Directors of Borger.

Cowboy was born August 30, 1960, in Borger to Russell Dickson, Sr....

Sylvia Ann Goss

Sylvia Ann Goss

Mar 10, 2025

Sylvia Harpster Goss passed away peacefully on Monday, March 10, 2025, in Katy, Texas, surrounded by family at the age of 85 after a lengthy battle with Alzheimer’s dementia. 

Sylvia was born January 29, 1940, in Gorman, Texas to Horace Foster and Annie Mae Locke Foster. Sylvia married Ron Harpster in 1958, and until his passing in 1983, they raised their...

Martha Ann Tooms

Martha Ann Tooms

Mar 10, 2025

Martha Ann Tooms, a beloved wife, mother, sister, and grandmother, passed away peacefully on March 10, 2025, in Lubbock, Texas, at the age of 85. Born on May 9, 1939, in Crosby, Texas, Martha was a beacon of love and light to all who had the privilege of knowing her.

Martha’s journey through life was marked by her unwavering spirit and...

Ralph Wayne White

Ralph Wayne White

Mar 2, 2025

Ralph Wayne White, 77, passed away Sunday, March 2, 2025, at his home.

 A celebration of his life will be held at 10:30 on Tuesday, March 4, 2025, at First Baptist Church of Borger. Dress will be casual......You know that's what Ralph would've done. Services are under the direction of Minton Chatwell Funeral Directors of Borger. In lieu of flowers his...

Mary Jane McClellan

Mary Jane McClellan

Feb 28, 2025

With heavy hearts we announce the passing of Mary Jane, a devoted and beloved wife, mother of 4, and Mimi to 26 grands and great grandchildren. Mary Jane, age 93, of Amarillo, TX passed peacefully on Feb 28, 2025, in Amarillo, TX. Mary was born January 17, 1932, in Barnsdall, OK to Harry and Lou Elma Wood and was the...

Amy Carroll Wright

Amy Carroll Wright

Feb 25, 2025

Amy Carroll Wright, 91, passed away on Tuesday, February 25, 2025.

Funeral services will be held at 11:00 am on Saturday, March 1, 2025, at First Baptist Church in Panhandle with Pastor Josh Light officiating. Burial will follow at Panhandle Cemetery under the direction of Minton Chatwell Funeral Directors of Panhandle. The family will receive guests from 5-7 pm on Friday,...

Henry Ashby Lewis

Henry Ashby Lewis

Feb 22, 2025

Henry Ashby Lewis

August 3, 1936 – February 22, 2025

 

Born in Campo, Colorado, to Andrew Ewuart and Clara Bell Lewis at the height of the Dust Bowl, Ashby’s childhood started in a dugout. His family moved to Dalhart, Texas, where he graduated high school. During high school, Ashby served in the United States Army Reserve and was honorably discharged in 1954....

Anita Stroud

Anita Stroud

Feb 21, 2025

Anita Stroud, a respected retired landman and cherished member of the Borger community, passed away peacefully on February 21, 2025, in Amarillo, Texas. She was born on October 29, 1938, in Borger, Texas, to Robert Heston and Garland Jasper where she spent her formative years and developed her love for cooking, reading, and watching old westerns.  She had traveled to...

Jewel Lee "MeMaw" Rasco Cannon

Jewel Lee "MeMaw" Rasco Cannon

Feb 12, 2025

If you knew Jewel Cannon, you knew that ordinary simply wasn’t her style. So, in true Jewel fashion, we refuse to make this an ordinary obituary.

Jewel Lee “MeMaw” Rasco Cannon took her final bow on February 12, 2025, at 9:15 p.m., surrounded by love, peace, and—true to her nature—without pain slowing her down. Born on September 4, 1939, this fiery...

Roger Raney

Roger Raney

Feb 11, 2025

Roger Raney, 69, passed away on Tuesday, February 11, 2025.

Graveside services will be held at 2 pm on Saturday, February 22, 2025, in Panhandle Cemetery. The family will be at the Carson County War Memorial Center at 500 Main in Panhandle from 12-2 on Saturday. Cremation was under the direction of Minton Chatwell Funeral Directors of Panhandle. 

Roger was born March...

Wilma Jean Miller

Wilma Jean Miller

Feb 9, 2025

Wilma Jean Miller, 85 of Borger, went to be her Lord and Savior on Sunday, February 9, 2025. Memorial services will be 11:00 am Thursday, February 13, 2025, at Grace Church. Cremation is under the direction of Minton Chatwell Funeral Directors of Borger.

Wilma was born in Pampa on October 3, 1939, to Banks and Alice Marie Cole. She married David...