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Donald Dean Jones

Lake Shore Funeral Home — Tue, 29 Apr 2025 23:46:28 +0000

Donald Dean Jones, age 87, of Waco, passed away April 29, 2025 from complications of cancer. Donald was born March 18, 1938 to Okie and Jessie Shinault Jones in Delia, Texas. Visitation: 6pm to 8pm Friday, May 2, 2025 at Lake Shore Funeral Home, Waco Funeral: 10am Saturday, May 3, 2025 at Lake Shore Funeral Home, Waco Interment: Mart Cemetery Donald married Gloria Verdene Pace on September 2, 1961 in Wortham, Texas. Don and Verdene were longtime members of Lakeview United Methodist Church. Donald taught agriculture for 38 years at Connally High School and then drove the school bus for another 22 years. In 1961 Donald joined the US Army serving as a Sergeant with the Recon Scouts until his honorable discharge in 1964. He was also a longtime Livestock Superintendent for the Heart of Texas Fair and Rodeo where he received his 55 year lifetime achievement award. Donald was preceded in death by his wife of 66 years, Verdene Jones, parents, Okie Jones and Jessie Freeman; step-father, C.M. Freeman; and grandson, Deputy Sheriff Matthew Jones. Those left to cherish his memory include his daughters, Lynn Jansky and husband Jerome of Porter Springs and Chris Kuykendall and husband Larry of Waco; son, Ronnie Jones and wife Debbie of West; grandchildren, Justin Jansky, Brandon Jones, Stephen Jones and wife Melissa and Courtney Jones Rickman; great grandchildren, Hunter Jones, Nolan Jansky, Sylee Jones, Avery Jones and Sunny Jones; siblings, Charlene Travers, Jeanette Marek and Jim Jones and many other relatives in addition to scores of students and colleagues that he inspired and influenced throughout his lifetime.

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James Lloyd “Jim” Patterson, Sr.

Alex — Sun, 27 Apr 2025 18:29:37 +0000

James Lloyd “Jim” Patterson, Sr. stepped into heaven on April 17, 2025. Jim was born to James and Naolyne Patterson on October 2, 1938, in Fort Worth. Jim attended Paschal HS and graduated from Texas Tech University, where he met Mary Kay Swafford from Waco. After serving in the Army, Jim and Mary Kay found their way to Austin, where they resided for over 7 decades. They were married for 57 years when Mary Kay died from Alzheimer's. Jim’s faith was evident to all of his friends and family. He decided to follow Jesus as a child and was baptized in Fort Worth. As an adult, he was active in several Austin churches, including serving as an elder at Grace Covenant. He led weekly men’s Bible studies in downtown Austin and served Austin Young Life as a committee chairman. Jim never met a stranger and was recognized as a great salesperson, since he never took “no” for an answer. Some might even say he was stubborn! He worked 25 years in banking, even starring in a statewide bank commercial which highlighted his incredible persistence. He was a daily runner on Austin’s Town Lake trail. He loved hunting and fishing with his friends. He and Mary Kay enjoyed getting away to their land near Fredericksburg and skiing in Ruidoso. Jim served as president of the Austin Jaycees and treasurer of the Austin Livestock Show and Rodeo. Community service was very important to Jim, whether it was cleaning the hike and bike trails or supporting youth sports. Jim saw a need and was one of the founders of the NEAYA, which launched youth basketball, baseball, and tennis programs. Jim coached youth sports for years. He never missed one of his kids’ or grandkids’ games or dance recitals. Jim is survived by his children: Pete (Melissa) Patterson of Waco, Lisa Frasher Schindler (Hans) of Wimberly, and Deborah Kay Gibbens of Baton Rouge. Jim’s greatest title was “Papa J”, given to him by his six grandchildren, which include: Johnathan (Lindsey) Frasher of Houston, Lauren (Joel) Green of Baton Rouge, Jake (Lindsey) Patterson of Waco, Tyler (Kaitlyn) Frasher of Austin, Carey Beth (Cornelius) Hegeman of Waco, and Grant (Mallory) Gibbens of Baton Rouge. Jim also enjoyed 12 great-grandchildren. Jim is preceded in death by his wife, both parents, and his brother and sister, Sandy and Bobbett (infant). He was devoted to loving and serving his family, and he will be greatly missed. A memorial gathering will be held on July 12 in Austin—more details to follow.

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Giovanni Jose Lopez

Lake Shore Funeral Home — Thu, 24 Apr 2025 17:40:29 +0000

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved son, Giovanni Jose Lopez, on Sunday, April 20, 2025. Rosary: 6PM Sunday, April 27; with Visitation until 9PM at Lake Shore Funeral Home Chapel. Mass of Christian Burial: 9AM Monday, April 28 at Sacred Heart Catholic Church. Burial will follow at Oakwood Cemetery. Born on November 6, 2006, in Waco, Texas, Giovanni was a bright light in all of our lives, bringing joy and happiness to everyone he came in contact with. Giovanni enjoyed being around family and friends. Giovanni was on the path to graduate high school and would have graduated at University High School with the Class of 2025. His playful nature and sense of humor will be remembered by all, and he will be deeply missed by all who knew him. Prior to University, he went to Mart ISD and had a good amount of cherished friendships through playing sports. Please know these friendships made through schools and sports had a positive influence and gave encouragement that was cherished by Giovanni.

Giovanni leaves behind a loving family, including his parents, mother, Veronica Lopez and father, Israel Frias; siblings, Sir’Romeo Lopez and Ja’Miko Lopez; and half sisters, Leslie Frias, Hailey Frias and Elizabeth Frias. He was also greatly cherished by his loving grandparents, Jose Pepe and Clara Lala Lopez; aunts and uncles, Pelon and Amber Lopez, Ted Lopez, Belen and Kevin Johnson, Lupe and Roxsand Lopez, Mallory Ordones, Queta and MiguelAngel Salazar, Margaret and Victor Hugo Frias, Maria Guadelupe Perez, and Juan Carlos Frias; and numerous cousins, Teezy, Anastazia, Darion, Rey, Justin, Reuben, Santiago, Matthew, Fabian, Amado, Lorynn, Penny, Alyssa, Nana, Nessa, Luis, Baby Miguel, Victor, Carlos, and Isis; and several other cousins and family members. Giovanni also has immediate family in La Palma, Pegada, S.L.P, Monterrey Nuevo León, Guanajuato Mexico.

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Julius Alex Garcia-Perez

Lake Shore Funeral Home — Tue, 22 Apr 2025 20:57:25 +0000

Julius Alex Garcia-Perez, infant son of Marissa Garcia and Hector Perez, entered Heaven on Tuesday, April 15, 2025. Graveside Service: 11AM Thursday, April 24 at Oakwood Cemetery. Little Julius was born Monday, April 14, 2025 at Cook Children’s Hospital in Fort Worth and lived almost 18 hours. Although he was not here with us long, his impact on us and his memory will be with us forever. Survivors include Mom and Dad; big brother, Nathaniel Perez; his other siblings, Ayden Garcia , Elieanna Dimas-Garcia, Annalicia Zuniga- Garcia and Juan Zuniga; grandparents, April Garcia, and Mark Stout; aunts, Rebecca Garcia (Israel Burns), Jasmine Garcia (Don Orta) and Diamond Salazar. The family wishes to acknowledge a special thank you to Cook Children’s Hospital and staff for your professional care and concern during this trying time.

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Regina Lynn Mitchell

Lake Shore Funeral Home — Tue, 22 Apr 2025 20:03:04 +0000

Regina Lynn Mitchell was born February 28, 1953 in Waco, Texas to Lessie Calvin and Albert Earl. She passed away surrounded by her family on April 14, 2025. Memorial Service: 2pm Saturday, April 26, 2025 at Lake Shore Funeral Home, Waco, TX Regina graduated from Waco High School. She retired from M&M Mars after 15 years. She was a very devoted member of the Jehovah’s Witness for over 40 years. Regina was preceded in death by her parents; brother, Lugene James; daughter, Kaushia Wilkerson; grandson, Trenton Rollins; uncle, Lester; and aunts, Hazel, Tommie, Bessie, Maude and Ima Jean; and nephew, Kenrea Turner. Those left to cherish her memory include her husband, Clyde Mitchell; daughter, Marquesa Mitchell; sister, Vandolyn Woodard; brother, Bruce James; nephews, Marcus Woodard and Latrone Turner; grandchildren, Markus Wilkerson, Markala Wilkerson, De’Shawn Mitchell, Demetrius Mitchell, Demontre Mitchell, Déja Mitchell, D’Andre Gray and D’Asia Gray; great grandchildren, Markise and Trinitee; and a host of friends and family. We love and miss you so much “Nanny”!

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Elvira “Vera” Mikulencak

Lake Shore Funeral Home — Mon, 21 Apr 2025 15:14:34 +0000

Elvira Mikulencak, 85, of Woodway, died on Thursday, April 17, 2025.

Rosary recited at 11AM Monday, May 5 followed by Memorial Mass: Noon Monday, May 5 at St. Jerome Catholic Church. Inurnment will follow at St. Jerome Catholic Church Columbarium.

Vera was born April 16, 1940 in San Giovanni Rotondo, Italy. She was the daughter of Giuseppe and Antonietta Mangiacotti. Vera immigrated to the United States in 1952 to live with her uncle and aunt, Matteo and Eva Mangiacotti, in New York, NY, where she attended school. In 1959, she moved to Houston, Texas, to attend the Sacred Heart Dominican College, graduating with a Bachelor of Arts in 1963. After college, she worked as an elementary school teacher and married the love of her life Albert F. Mikulencak, Jr. in 1964. In 1967, the couple moved to Waco, TX.

Vera was a devoted wife to her beloved Al for 42 years. She was a super-mom of six children and routinely seen around town hauling her pack in a station wagon (and later in a Lincoln town car) from school to church to dance lessons to soccer practice. As her children became adults and married, Vera warmly welcomed their spouses into the family. To her grandchildren, she was known as Nonna and was a larger than life figure in their lives with her fashionable sunglasses, perfect nails, and beautifully coiffed hair. The boundless love she gave her family was truly wondrous.

Vera had a big heart, which she shared with countless friends and relatives throughout her life. She loved gardening, tennis, cooking, playing mahjong and bridge, and always had an open door for her neighbors (and often a rum cake). She adored birds and always made sure her feeder was well-stocked with only the choicest birdseed. Vera left this world surrounded by the love of her family and in the home she spent her life building. She will be greatly missed by all.

She was preceded in death by her husband of 42 years, Dr. Albert F. Mikulencak, Jr.; parents, Giuseppe and Antonietta (Longo) Mangiacotti and Matteo and Eva Mangiacotti; and in-laws, Ann and Albert Mikulencak, Sr. Survivors include her six children, April Sewell (Gary), Lisa Ann Mikulencak (Bernhard Kohlmeier), Albert Mikulencak III, Laura Helpert (Chris), Duane Mikulencak, and Paul Mikulencak (Kailey); grandchildren, Roy Sewell, Matteo Danis, Lorenzo Danis, Dominic Danis, Sofia Helpert, Augustus Helpert, Mia Helpert, Jude Mikulencak, Ivan Mikulencak, Henry Mikulencak, Elliot Mikulencak, and Lucy Mikulencak; great grandchild, Lily Sewell; brother, Matteo Mangiacotti (Emma Negrisolo); sister, Graziela Mangiacotti; and numerous other relatives. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions should be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital.

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Don Green

Lake Shore Funeral Home — Sat, 19 Apr 2025 18:23:46 +0000

Donald Ray Green ,72 of Waco passed peacefully April 13, 2025.

Memorial Service: 2PM Saturday, April 26 at Park Lake Drive Baptist Church. Visitation will start one hour prior to the service

Born April 26,1952 in Riverside, California to Hubert Green and Evelyn Natalie (Bosworth) Green. He was the youngest of six children. In 1982, he married the love of his life Nancy Eileen Wilkins in McCamey, Tx; where he worked as a roughneck in the oil field of the Permian Basin. In 1986 him and his family moved to Waco, Tx where he eventually became a bus driver for Durham Transportation. He worked there for 20+ years for Waco ISD and La Vega ISD schools. During his time as a bus driver, he had several routes which included the special needs route which was his favorite. Don also spent numerous hours volunteering for the Special Olympics over the years. He and his wife also volunteered as commanders in the Royal Ranger Buckaroo Class at First Assembly of God from 1986-1990. In later life he became a member of Park Lake Drive Baptist Church.

Don was proceeded in death by his parents; three siblings, Sandra, James, and Cecilia; his beloved wife, Nancy; and his son, Phillip Stone. He is survived by two sisters, Norma and Paula; his three children, Tracey, Paul, Robert; eight grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; and many cherished nieces and nephews. He was a devoted father, grandfather, great grandfather, as well as a loving uncle and friend. In lieu of flowers please donate to the charity of your choice on behalf of Don’s name.

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Hilario Flores

Lake Shore Funeral Home — Sat, 19 Apr 2025 18:19:13 +0000

Hilario Flores, age 95, passed away peacefully on Thursday, April 17, 2025, at Emerald Hills Nursing Facility in North Richland Hills, Texas. Visitation and Viewing: 6 to 8PM Wednesday, April 23 at Lake Shore Funeral Home. There will be no funeral service.

Hilario was born on January 14, 1930, in Marlin, Texas, to Felipe Chacon Flores and Maria Esquivel Flores. Though Hilario never attended formal schooling, he led a full and hardworking life. He married Anita Gayton Flores and spent many years working as an auto mechanic in Austin. Later, he served as a dedicated personal assistant for a family in Fort Worth until his retirement. Hilario was a lifelong Dallas Cowboys fan and loved spending time with friends at local pubs. He was a natural storyteller who brought joy and laughter to his family with his vivid memories and tales. In his late 80s, he found joy in his daily morning walks to Braum’s for coffee and biscuits with gravy. During these walks, he formed a special friendship with a neighbor, Paul, who kindly kept a watchful eye on Hilario to ensure his safety. He is survived by his sons, Phillip (Bobby) Flores and Johnny G. Flores and wife Betty; his daughters, Irene Rosado and Yolanda Acosta and husband George; and his brother, Jesse Flores, and wife Tracy. He also leaves behind numerous grandchildren, including Damien Rosado and wife Teresa, Georgianna Fortin and husband Chris, Lourdes Rosado, Miranda Jackson and husband Percy, Jorge Adam Acosta, Graciela Pedroza and husband Juan, Jake Flores, Karen Flores, Harper Flores, Jonathan Lee Moran Sr., Julius Moran, Daisy Flores, and Olivia Rose Skinner and husband Deon—as well as many great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren.

Hilario was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Anita, his parents, Felipe and Maria Flores, his brothers Felipe Flores and John Flores, Tony Martinez, and his sister Betty Martinez. Hilario will be remembered for his warm heart, strong spirit, and the lasting legacy he leaves in the lives of those who loved him.

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Lucia Salazar

Lake Shore Funeral Home — Sat, 19 Apr 2025 14:51:32 +0000

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Lucia G. Salazar, 97, of Waco, on Wednesday, April 16, 2025. Visitation: 6-9pm Tuesday, April 22, 2025 at Lake Shore Funeral Home, with Rosary starting at 6:15pm. Funeral Service: 11am Wednesday April 23, 2025 at Saint Francis on The Brazos. Burial to follow at Rosemound Cemetery. Lucia was born on December 13, 1927 in Laredo, TX, to Leonardo and Juanita Gonzalez. Lucia, was a cherished individual known for her strong will, love and support for her family. Although she is gone, she will live in our hearts forever. She was a passionate cook and baker, Lucia shared her culinary talents generously with everyone around her. Her kitchen was a haven of warmth, where countless memories were created over shared meals that brought family and friends together. Through her cooking, she expressed love in the most meaningful way, nurturing those she cherished. She was preceded in death by parents, Leonard and Juanita Gonzalez; sisters, Mary Hernandez and Emma Guajardo; brothers, Charlie, Joe and Ernest Gonzalez; granddaughter, Maria Dolores Garcia. Lucia's memory lives on with sister, Anita Castillo; son, Jimmy Salazar; daughter, Sally Salazar Santos; 11 grandchildren; and numerous great and great-great grandchildren. In this time of sorrow, we remember Lucia not just for her passing but for the love, laughter, and light she brought into our lives. May she rest in peace, reunited with her loved ones and embraced by the divine love she so fervently cherished.

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Marcos Humberto Anaya Jr (MJ)

Lake Shore Funeral Home — Thu, 17 Apr 2025 18:00:17 +0000

Marcos Humberto Anaya Jr, age 17, passed away Sunday, April 13, 2025. Visitation: 6pm to 8pm Thursday, April 24, 2025 at Lake Shore Funeral Home, 5201 Steinbeck Bend, Waco. The Rosary will be recited at 6pm. Funeral Mass: 10am Friday, April 25, 2025 at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, 2621 Bagby Ave, Waco. Interment: Oakwood Cemetery, Waco Marcos Humberto Anaya Jr, nicknamed MJ, was born and raised in Waco where he attended University High School. MJ loved playing soccer; he played Select soccer for UnitedFc. MJ’s favorite past time was going to Austin Fc games with his father, where they bonded, and are proud members of “Los Verdes”. He loved and protected his siblings; they were his world. He loved music and spending time with friends and family. MJ was preceded in death by his great grandmother, Virginia Rodriguez. Those left to cherish his memory include his father, Marcos Humberto Anaya Sr and step-mother, Erica Lopez; mother, Isabel Pardo and step-father, Jah'Shard Degrate; girlfriend, Bailey Herrera; sisters, Ulaysia Alexander, Maranie Anaya, Lovely Anaya and Amora Anaya; brothers, Uziaes Alexander, Jordi Anaya, Atticus Anaya, Ezeckiel Valdez and Zacariah Olvera; grandmothers, Maria Martinez-Villa and Valentina Castro; and many loving aunts, uncles, cousins and friends. Pallbearers will be Marcos Anaya Sr., George Leal, Misael Anaya, Chris Gonzalez, Ezeckiel Valdez and Isaac Gonzalez.

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