Griggs-Schooler-Gordon Funeral Directors

03/31/2026

Today marks the final day of our pre-planning event.

Planning ahead is one of the most thoughtful decisions you can make providing clarity, peace of mind, and protection for the people who matter most.

Flexible options are available at Griggs Schooler Gordon Funeral Directors, with many plans starting as low as $50 per month.

We are available until 5 PM today for private consultations.
📞 806-358-0431
Dignity Memorial
Service Corporation International

03/30/2026

Gerald A Kempf
JANUARY 21, 1940 – MARCH 29, 2026

Gerald Alfred Kempf, 86, of Amarillo, Texas, passed from this world on March 29, 2026.

Gerald was born in Electra, Texas, to John and Catherine Kempf. His family later moved to Amarillo, where his parents became members of St. Mary Church—a parish Gerald faithfully remained a part of throughout his life. On June 15, 1961, Gerald married the love of his life, Mary Summers. Together they built a strong and loving family, raising four children and sharing many cherished years. Gerald was a dedicated and hardworking man. He spent 30 years with Furr’s Supermarket before continuing his career as a route salesman with Frito-Lay for 21 years. Though he was eventually forced into early disability retirement, Gerald never stopped serving others. He generously helped neighbors with yard work and lovingly cared for his grandchildren and great-grandchildren, often taking them to and from school until he was no longer able. Family was the center of Gerald’s life. His greatest joy was spending time with his loved ones, especially the babies, who brought him endless happiness.

He is survived by his son, Michael Kempf and wife Penny of Lubbock, Texas; daughters, Theresa Hamilton, Margaret Hoffman and husband Richard, and Paula Nugent and husband Mike, all of Amarillo; 20 grandchildren; 34 great-grandchildren; and 13 great-great-grandchildren. He is also survived by his sister-in-law, Connie Kempf of Amarillo, along with numerous nieces and nephews.

Gerald was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Mary Kempf; his parents; his sister, Theresa Burzzi and her husband Richard; and his brothers, David Kempf and Thomas Kempf.

The family suggests memorials be made to the Alzheimer’s Association in honor of Gerald, to support others fighting this disease.

Gerald will be remembered for his kindness, his strong work ethic, and his deep love for family. His legacy lives on through the many lives he touched.

A Rosary- Visitation will be held at Griggs-Schooler-Gordon, Pioneer Chapel, 5400 Bell St, Amarillo, TX 79109, on April 6, 2026, from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm.

A Funeral Mass will be held at St. Mary, 1200 S. Washington St., Amarillo, TX 79102, on April 7, 2026, at 10:00 am.

A Graveside Service will be held at Memorial Park Cemetery, 6969 I-40 East, Amarillo, TX 79118, on April 7, 2026, at 11:00 am.

https://www.dignitymemorial.com/obituaries/amarillo-tx/gerald-kempf-12809085

03/26/2026

Herman Lee Wiley
SEPTEMBER 8, 1932 – MARCH 23, 2026

Mr. Herman Lee Wiley gracefully passed from this life on March 23, 2026.

Mr. Wiley was delivered into this world by a neighbor lady, on September 8, 1932 in a small house just outside of Strawn, Texas. He was the son of William Oliver Wiley and Nina Zuleka Harris Wiley. He graduated from the Cross Plains High School where he played on the 1950 District Champion football team. Shortly after he turned 18, he volunteered for the Army and served overseas during the Korean War.

Mr. Wiley settled in Amarillo where he worked at the post office while studying under the GI Bill. Upon graduation from West Texas State University, he put his accounting degree to use as an auditor with the Internal Revenue Service where he worked for 30 years. In 1986, he opened a tax office, Wiley & Honnell, where he enjoyed helping his clients for many years. Others who would fondly remember Mr. Wiley, include the Kiwanis Club members, Westgate Mall early morning walkers and The Single Seniors dancers.

Mr. Wiley spent his golden years at the Clairmont Retirement Community, making friends and celebrating life. He has also particularly enjoyed sharing the many sporting, community and family activities of the Key family. In his final years, Mr. Wiley moved to Preston Place in Sherman, Tx to spend more time with his family.

Mr. Wiley was preceded in death by his devoted wife of 44 years, Peggy Marie Powers Wiley, and his only son, Stanley Allen Wiley, who was slain while serving as a Peace Officer at the Clements Unit in Amarillo. Mr. Wiley is survived by his beloved companion of many years, LaQuita Key; his daughter Margaret Robertson and her husband Donald; his daughter Catherine Nall and her husband Joseph; his grandchildren Melinda and Brian Morton, Rachel Nall and Bryce Moore, Joseph David and Yessika Nall, Michael and Vanessa Nall, and Shannon and Jacob Ashcraft; and his great grandchildren Brendan and Peyton Morton, Joseph Nall IV, George, Sarah and Sophia Nall, and Winry and Mara Ashcraft. He will be remembered by his many nieces, nephews, family and friends.

A celebration of life will be held April 1, 2026 at 10:00 am in the Griggs-Schooler-Gordon funeral Directors Chapel 5400 Bell St. Amarillo, TX.

https://www.dignitymemorial.com/obituaries/amarillo-tx/herman-wiley-12800728

03/24/2026

A Tradition of Service.
A Legacy of Care.

For over 150 years, Griggs Schooler Gordon Funeral Directors has served families with dignity, compassion, and trust.

Planning ahead is a way to continue that legacy ensuring your wishes are known and your family is cared for.

Thoughtful planning options are available for less than $50 per month.

We invite you to schedule a private consultation.

📞 806-358-0441

03/23/2026

Lesley L Carr
AUGUST 12, 1932 – MARCH 18, 2026

Lesley L. Carr passed from this life on March 18, 2026 in Plainview, Texas. She was born on August 12, 1932 in Amarillo to Les and Inez Roberts. Sadly, by the time Lesley was twelve years old, she had lost both her parents. She was then raised by her loving aunt and uncle and her grandmother, and attended Amarillo High School.

Lesley later graduated from the cosmetology school in Pampa, Texas, and she worked as a hairdresser for several years. She was quite a talented artist, and had a passion for sketching in pencil and in charcoal drawings, and was gifted in oil painting. She enjoyed decorating her home and loved collecting antiques. To say she loved the color blue would be an understatement; everything in her life had to be blue. She even gifted others with pretty things in her choice of color: blue. She was blessed with great great grandchildren, and in turn honored her family with five living generations. Lesley married Carl Rodgers in October 1949, and to this union were born two children, Brenda and Bobby. In 1972 she married Donald Carr. She became a Christian in the 1990’s and faithfully attended the Church of Christ.

Lesley was preceded in death by her parents and her daughter Brenda.

Those remaining to cherish her memory are her son: Bobby Rodgers and wife Linda; two grandchildren: Michelle Maloney and husband Dave, Clint Rodgers and wife Cynthia; five great grandchildren: Haley, Kristin, Logan, Bradlie and Conrad; and three great great grandchildren: Blair, Viola and Beau.

She took pleasure in both seeing beauty and in capturing and interpreting with her artwork. She loved, and she will be missed.

https://www.dignitymemorial.com/obituaries/amarillo-tx/lesley-carr-12795337

03/23/2026

June H Monroe
FEBRUARY 10, 1930 – MARCH 13, 2026

June was born on February 10, 1930, in Shamrock, Texas, to C.L. Harrison and Anna Cleo (Gassaway) Harrison. She was raised as the youngest of nine siblings on a cotton farm in Wellington, Texas. From humble beginnings, she carried a strong work ethic and a deep sense of family throughout her life. After graduating from high school, June attended Draughon’s Business College and went on to build a successful career as a professional executive secretary for over 40 years. She was known for her dedication, professionalism, and reliability. In 1949, June met WD “Dub” Monroe, at a downtown bus stop and the rest was history. They were married on July 8, 1950, and built a beautiful life together in Amarillo, Texas. Their 56-year marriage was filled with love, laughter, and countless adventures until WD’s passing in 2006. Together, they raised three sons, Dee, Gary, and Kenneth, whom June cherished deeply. June was blessed to find love again and married Joe Perdue in 2013. They shared many joyful years together, traveling across the United States in their RV and creating lasting memories with their children and grandchildren along the way. June especially loved spending time with family, playing card games, and simply enjoying each other’s company. June will be remembered for her warmth, strength, and unwavering love for her family. Known affectionately as “Grandma Junie,” she was cherished for her kindness, quick wit, sense of humor, and her many creative expressions. She was deeply loved and will be forever remembered by all who knew her.

She was preceded in death by her parents, all of her siblings, and her husbands, WD Monroe (2006) and Joe Perdue (2025).

She is survived by her three sons, Dee Monroe and wife Rebecca, Gary Monroe and wife Natalia, and Kenneth Monroe and wife Emily, three bonus daughters Jayna Anglen, Jennifer and Vicki Perdue and each of their families. June also leaves behind her grandchildren: August Peterson, Daniel Monroe, Whitney King and their families as well as Melanie Monroe, Dee V. Monroe, Stas Monroe, Yana Monroe, Oksana Monroe, Isabella Monroe, and Olivia Monroe. In addition, she leaves behind four great-grandchildren, three great great grandchildren, and too many nieces, nephews, extended family and others to name, but all of them were important to her.

https://www.dignitymemorial.com/obituaries/amarillo-tx/june-monroe-12783407

03/17/2026

Did You Know Veterans May Qualify for Burial Benefits Through the VA?

On March 12, our team had the privilege of hosting a Veterans Burial Benefits Briefing at Park Place Towers at Park Central for residents and their families.

During the presentation, attendees learned about the burial benefits available through the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, including eligibility, military honors, and the important steps families can take to plan ahead.

It is always an honor to serve those who have served our country and to help ensure that veterans and their families understand the benefits they have earned through their service.

Thank you to the staff and residents of Park Place Towers for welcoming us, and thank you to our veterans for your service and sacrifice. 🇺🇸

If your organization, church, or community group would like to host a Veterans Benefits presentation, please contact us. We would be honored to provide this service to your group.
Dignity Memorial
Service Corporation International





Park Central Community

03/16/2026

03/14/2026

Betty Jo Stidham
OCTOBER 12, 1934 – MARCH 11, 2026

Betty Stidham, 91, of Amarillo, passed from this world on March 11, 2026.

Affectionately known as “Mam-Maw,” Betty was born October 12, 1934, in Portales, New Mexico. She married the love of her life, Jerry Stidham, lovingly known as “Paw-Paw,” on May 19, 1961. Together they built a life centered on family, love, and simple joys.

A woman of deep roots and vibrant spirit, Mam-Maw was the true matriarch of her family. Her hands were rarely still. If they weren’t dusted with flour from her legendary baking, they were pressed into the soil of her beloved flower beds. She had a special love for gardening and was especially proud of her prize-winning roses Betty believed that with enough sunshine, water, and patience, anything could grow—a philosophy she applied not only to her garden but to her children and grandchildren. Her warmth, wisdom, and nurturing spirit touched everyone who knew her.

She is survived by her two sons, Truett Massey and Jerry Massey; two daughters, Jackie Frausto and Rita Allison; nine grandchildren, Trent Massey, Shawn Massey, Chris Frausto, Anita Stone, Joshua Massey, and others dearly loved; and twenty-three great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Jerry Stidham; her grandson, Ronnie Massey; her parents, R.H. Rodgers and Tennie Maye Rodgers; three sisters; two brothers; and her grandmother, Ida Rebecca Williams Charles.

Betty’s legacy of love, family, and faith will continue to grow—just like the gardens she so carefully tended.

03/14/2026

Cheryl Louise Walton
MAY 17, 1947 – MARCH 8, 2026

Cheryl Louise Gibson Walton, 78, of Amarillo, Texas, went to sit at the feet of Jesus on Sunday, March 8, 2026. She passed peacefully with her brother and niece holding her hands as she took her last breath here on earth.

Born on May 17, 1947, in Bloomington, Indiana to Mahlon and JoAnn Gibson, Cheryl, Aunt Cherie, Momma Don, was driven by an indomitable spirit in a tiny little body. She married the love of her life Ronald Sterling Walton on February 1, 1978. She and Ron lived in Germany in their early years of marriage, and she delighted in telling stories of her many adventures traveling Europe on the back of Ron’s motorcycle. When they returned to the States, she started her long nursing career. She ended it by caring for patients in nursing homes and to this day remembered their full names, who their children were and what their life story was.

She was a very proud graduate of Palo Duro High School and frequently started conversations with complete strangers about it. Though having no children of her own, Momma Don was the name she earned from the Palo Duro Don’s wrestling team. Nothing made her eyes shine more than these kids, “her kids” she called them. She was known to show up in the dark and follow the bus to its destination for the long day of matches. She would sit right in the middle of the team with snacks, cards, and words of loving encouragement. By the end of the day her voice would be gone from yelling, but her smile was a mile wide. She adored her Bell Avenue Church of Christ Family and attended every gathering possible. She knew everyone’s life story and prayed for them daily. Cheryl loved baseball and football with a passion. Her favorite teams other than the Palo Duro Dons, were the Texas Rangers and Indiana Hoosiers. She could tell you dates, locations, players and scores from decades ago. She got a kick out of friendly rivals and several of the men from Bell Avenue and proudly wore her newly purchased Hoosier scarf this year. Some of her most cherished friendships were from the very young and the very furry. Children were drawn to Cheryl and she to them. She loved her hugs and adored every single-color page or craft that was made for her and kept them all. Cheryl was also the very best pet momma to her beloved dog Paws and many cats, often bringing home Happy Meals for them to share when she had to be gone all day.

Cheryl was preceded in death by her husband Ronald Sterling Walton, her parents Mahlon and Jo Ann Gibson and older sister Barbara Lynn Gibson.

She is survived by her brothers, Richard Earl Gibson, Donald Joseph Gibson, and Randall Mahlon Gibson, all of Amarillo. She has countless nieces and nephews who loved her dearly and will miss their Aunt Cheryl Deeply.

03/09/2026

Patricia H. Tompkins
SEPTEMBER 19, 1934 – MARCH 3, 2026

Former Traverse City, Michigan, resident, Patricia Ann (Hill) Tompkins, died at her home in Amarillo, Texas on March 3, 2026.

Visitation will be held at Griggs-Schooler-Gordon, Pioneer Chapel, 5400 Bell St., Amarillo, TX 79109, on March 9, 2026, from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm. A Celebration of Life will be held at South Georgia Baptist, 5209 S. Georgia St., Amarillo, TX 79110, on March 10, 2026, at 10:00 am. Burial will be at Fort Sill National Cemetery, 2648 NE Jake Dunn Rd, Elgin, OK 73538, at a later date.

Born September 19, 1934, in Leelanau County, Michigan, she was the daughter of James William (Bill) and Gladys Angeline (Lemcool) Hill. On June 14, 1953, she married her beloved husband of over 72 years, Pete Tompkins, of Traverse City, who survives. She graduated from Traverse City Central High School in June 1952 and started her professional career as a secretary.

In December 1953 she moved to Biloxi, Mississippi, with Pete who had enlisted in the United States air force in August 1953. Over the next 21 years, Pete had various duty stations both in the United States, Alaska (when it became a state), and Japan. She started her Civil Service Career, which lasted for 31 years, at Yokota Air Base, Japan, in 1962. Prior to her retirement on June 1, 1994, she was the Secretary for the Air Base Wing Commander at Kirtland Air Force Base in Albuquerque, New Mexico.

Following retirement Pete and Pat spent their summers traveling with their RV to visit family members and friends across the country enjoying the scenery and historical memorials in all 48 states.

Along with her husband, Pete, she is survived by a daughter-in-law Barbara Tompkins of Bangor, Pennsylvania, and her children Cory, Tyler, and Jonathan, and Son David (Sherri) Tompkins of Abilene and their children Ashlyn and Bay Tompkins and Will and Andrew Clowe. She is also survived by her niece Mary Ann Galic, plus 11 Great Grandchildren.

Pat Tompkins was preceded in death by her father, James W. Hill, who died in 2001, her mother, Gladys Hill, in 2007, her sister, Ida Tompkins, in 2019, and her son John Tompkins in 2024.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Samaritan’s Purse, Wounded Warrior Project, P.O Box 758541, Topeka, KS 66675.

12/19/2025

🎄 Give Your Family the Gift of Peace This Christmas 🎄

From December 22nd –31st, Griggs-Schooler-Gordon Funeral Directors is offering special year-end preneed savings to help you plan ahead with confidence and care.

✨ Funeral Home Savings Available
✔ Up to 20% OFF select preneed burial & cremation plans
✔ Insurance-funded preneed funeral plans available
📞 Call 806-358-0441 and ask to speak with a Family Service Counselor
—or—
🚶‍♂️ Visit us for a VIP tour at 5400 Bell St.

Plan today. Protect tomorrow.
Limited time. Restrictions apply.
Dignity Memorial
Service Corporation International