Waco Memorial Funeral Home, Cemetery & Cremations

12/05/2025

Ralph Freeman McGee

Ralph Freeman McGee, 95, of Waco passed away Thursday, December 4, 2025. Visitation will be Wednesday, December 10, 2025 from 10am to 10:30am at Waco Memorial Funeral Home. Graveside services will take place following the visitation at approximately 10:30am.

A complete obituary will be posted soon.

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12/05/2025

"Can we personalize the casket?" Yes, and it often brings a sense of comfort to families.

We’ve seen flowers, medals, photos, and favorite keepsakes placed on top, and we’ve seen fishing lures, ballet slippers, jerseys, even handwritten recipes tucked inside. Caskets also come in different colors and materials, with interiors that reflect style and personality. It’s one more way to tell the story of a life well lived, and we’ll help you make it meaningful. 💭 What personal touches have you seen that stayed with you?

12/04/2025

Henry Dwaine Horne

Henry Dwaine Horne, 71, of Waco passed away Wednesday, December 3, 2025. Visitation will be Friday, December 12, 2025 from 6pm to 8pm at Waco Memorial Funeral Home. His life will be celebrated on Saturday, December 13, 2025 at 1pm at the funeral home. Interment will follow at Waco Memorial Park.

A complete obituary will be posted soon.

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12/04/2025

Henrietta Helen Irene Mormino

Forthcoming.

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12/04/2025

Marc Lester Houser

Marc Lester Houser, 82, passed away peacefully at his home in Robinson, Texas, on November 12, 2025, surrounded by his loved ones, after a courageous fight with cancer.

Marc was born on June 13, 1943, in Lewistown, Pennsylvania, to Jane Sherman Houser and Josiah Lester Houser, both of whom preceded him in death. He grew up with his two brothers, Jack Houser of South Park, Pennsylvania, and Kent Houser of Carlisle, Pennsylvania, who survive him.

Marc shared 35 devoted years of marriage with his wife, Tammy Houser, his partner and constant support throughout his illness.

He was the proud father of three sons: Marc Houser of Burnham, Pennsylvania; Steven Houser (Aug 22 1970–Feb 7 2016), and his widow Michelle Houser of Houston, Texas and Joshua Houser and wife Lauren of Crawford, Texas.

Marc also leaves behind a loving group of grandchildren who brought him immense joy: Zachary Houser and his wife Laine of Burnham, PA; Cindy Goggins and her husband Jerry of Old Forge, PA; Dannale Houser of Houston, Texas; Jillian Bowman of Hagerstown, Maryland; and Grace, Ava, and Ellie Houser of Crawford, Texas; along with a number of great grandchildren.

Throughout his life, Marc held many jobs and embraced each with grit and dedication. He was an avid horseman for many years, training Tennessee Walking Horses with pride and skill. He later worked as a book-binding machine operator until his retirement. After retiring, Marc fully leaned into what he considered his “semi-professional” golfing career—spending four days a week on the course with friends and loving every minute of it.

Marc was a loyal sports fan with big opinions and an even bigger sense of humor. He loved Duke basketball, followed any Major League Baseball team, and passionately rooted for anyone playing against the Dallas Cowboys. Above all, Marc was one of the hardest-working men you could meet. He never turned his back on a job that needed doing or a person who needed help. In his later years, he became a devoted “Texas Grandpa,” attending every sporting event, cheering through countless dance recitals, showing up for special dinners, and spending quiet evenings reading to his granddaughters before bed.

A Celebration of Life will be held on Sunday, December 7th at 3pm at Bear Ridge Golf Club, where family and friends will gather to honor Marc.

Marc’s life was defined by loyalty, kindness, and a steady, reliable presence that will be deeply missed. His legacy lives on in the family he cherished.

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12/02/2025

Your grief reflects your story alone. No one else holds the same memories or love you carry in the same way. However it appears in your life, you honor it by letting it be yours.

12/01/2025

We understand how important every floral tribute is in honoring your loved one.

To help ensure each arrangement remains connected to your family, we now have flower tags available at our front desk. Attaching one to your arrangement helps us find the corresponding vase.

11/30/2025

Patricia Smith

Patricia Smith, 91, passed away peacefully and surrounded by her children on November 24, 2025.

A celebration of her life will be held at Western Heights Baptist Church on December 3, 2025 at 2pm. Kip Osborne will officiate the service.

Patricia was born on March 14, 1934 in Wachapreague, Virgina to Reginald and Madlyn Boulter. She married the love of her life, Adrian Smith, in 1954. They were married for fifty years before his passing in 2005. They had three children, Sharon, Steve, and Staci. Adrian and Pat loved to travel during their senior years with an Alaskan cruise being their favorite trip.

She was a lifelong caregiver and an angel on earth for many people. She delivered Meals on Wheels to elderly folks until she herself was in her upper eighties. She helped tutor kids at Parkdale Elementary School. Counseled with kids at the juvenile detention center. She was semi-famous for her chocolate cakes that she would bring to the Sunday School classes at church. She never failed to send off birthday cards to all of her children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, brothers, and friends (too many to count). She loved music and sang in multiple choirs (including the Baylor Choir) and played piano for churches for years. She had a strong christian faith which she proudly shared with others. She babysat children for years and grew to love these children as if they were her own, and they all loved her as if she were their own grandmother.

Patricia was preceeded in death by her husband Adrian, her parents Reginald and Madlyn Boulter, two older brothers Vaughn Boulter and Ashby Boulter, and a son-in-law Allen Madsen. She is survived by her three Children (Sharon and husband Keith, Steve and wife Carol, Staci and partner Ronnie), her two younger brothers Joseph Boulter and David Boulter (wife Dottie), her ten grandchildren (Amber Necessary and husband Bryan, Christopher Smith and wife Aurora, Autumn Hohner and husband Gabe, Matthew Smith and wife Alycia, Wesley Crawford and family, Stephanie Squyres and husband Kelly, Nathan Reed and wife Candace, Patrick Madsen and wife Suzy, Adrianna Tobler and husband Christian, Benjamin Smith and wife Kaitlyn). She is also survived by 12 great-grandchildren (Logan and Luke Necessary; Emily, Alexis, and Serenity Smith; Lily and Jocelyn Hohner; Everett Tobler; Sebastian, Theodore, and Bartholomew Smith; Julien Reed). She is also survived by numerous nieces, nephews, and many friends. A special thanks to Kip Osborne, Alice Wingrove, and her loving church family at Western Heights Baptist Church for their many years of friendship and love.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Western Heights Baptist Church or to a Christian charity of your choice.

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11/30/2025

Children will surprise you with their questions about the funeral service - some ask about the flowers, others wonder if you're going to die too. Keep answering them as they come, even when you feel unprepared. Their feelings will shift from sad to curious to angry, sometimes all in one conversation, which is completely normal. We're here to help your family navigate these talks together.

11/27/2025

Thanksgiving feels harder when someone who used to be at your table isn’t there anymore. The meal gets cooked and people gather, but the day carries that awareness of an empty seat. Some families talk openly about the person they’re missing, while others keep those memories closer to the heart. Both can happen around the same table.

If this is your first Thanksgiving without someone you love, give yourself permission to make the day what you need it to be. Prepare their favorite dishes, or skip them. Share stories, or take a break from talking. Hold on to traditions, or try something new. Whatever helps you get through today is enough.

We’ve been thinking about the families we’ve served this year, and you’re on our hearts. We’re here if you need us and hope today has moments of warmth, gratitude, and love.

11/25/2025

Wanda Lea Mason

Wanda Lea Mason, 89, of Waco passed away Tuesday morning, November 25, 2025. A graveside service will be Friday, November 28, 2025 at 11:00 am at Chapel Hill Memorial Park.

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11/25/2025

Have you considered how you want your funeral to feel for the people who gather?

Years later, people remember how your funeral felt more than any other detail. Like when Uncle Bob tells that story about you that makes everyone crack up through their tears. Or when your favorite song comes on and suddenly everyone's smiling because it's so perfectly you.

Those moments when your personality shines through are what people carry with them forever.

Small touches make all the difference. Your family will treasure having your input on what feels most like you.