Floyd Buddy Wayne Kinikin

Jan 22, 1959 - Aug 08, 2025

Amarillo, TX

Floyd Buddy Wayne Kinikin, 66, of Amarillo, Texas, passed away on August 8, 2025.Visitation with the family will be held from 5:30 to 7:00 PM on Monday at the funeral home. Graveside services will be at 9:00 AM on Tuesday, August 12, 2025, at Llano Cemetery, with Chris Condit officiating. Arrangements are by Boxwell Brothers Funeral Directors, 2800 Paramount Blvd.Buddy was born on January 22, 1959, in Abilene, Texas, to Lloyd D. and Ruth Idell (Smith) Kinikin. Over the years, he worked hard in a variety of roles, including as a forklift operator at Affiliated Foods, and at Schwans and Advanced Pavement.On August 26, 2017, Buddy married Rita Nell Foster in Amarillo, where they built a loving home together.Buddy had a zest for life and a generous spirit. He loved to dance, fish, and collect all kinds of items that brought him joy. He was also a proud member of Hillside Christian Church.He is survived by his wife, Rita Kinikin of Amarillo; sons Kevin Kinikin and wife Kelly, Anson Kinikin, and Floyd Kinikin and wife Robin, all of Amarillo; daughters Shantha Ackors and husband Jeremy of Amarillo, and Taylor Cochrane and husband Seth of Roswell, NM; step-daughter Jennifer Roesler and husband Austin, and step-son James Thompson, both of Amarillo. He is also survived by his sisters Darla Kennedy and husband L.T., and Lovoice Nored and husband Jerry; brother Nate Graham and wife Deniseall of Amarillo. Buddy leaves behind nineteen grandchildren, five great-grandchildren, and a home filled with love, including his three dogs (Otter, Petey, and Phantom), his horse (Blu), and his beloved chickens, affectionately known as his feathered soccer balls.Buddy will be remembered for his fun-loving nature, his deep love for his family, and the simple joys he found in everyday life.Sign the online guestbook at www.boxwellbrothers.com

Sylvia Wynell Perrin Tyler

Nov 26, 1934 - Aug 06, 2025

Weatherford, TX

On August 6, 2025, Sylvia Wynell Perrin Tyler of Weatherford, Texas, went home to be with the Lord at the age of 90 years. She was surrounded by family who loved her deeply.Wynell was born to Edward Shorty and Beulah Mae Summers in Ennis, Texas, on November 26, 1934. She was raised in ODonnell, Texas, where she graduated with the Class of 1953.Upon graduation from high school, Wynell attended Draughons Business College in Amarillo, Texas. She worked for Meads Fine Bread, Cookbook Bakery, and Mrs. Bairds. She also worked for Amarillo Packing, IBP, and Golden Spread Roofing, where she retired.Wynell married Charles Leon Perrin on October 3, 1954. They were married for 52 years and had five children: Micheal Perrin, Melvin Ray Perrin, Becky Killen, Charles Perrin, and Deborah Moore. She later married Hoyle Tyler on January 15, 2011. They were married for one year when Hoyle was called home to be with the Lord.Wynell was a very loving and caring mother, grandmother, and friend. She had a deep love for crocheting, quilting, and baking. Most of all, she loved watching the Texas Rangers.Wynell was preceded in death by her father Edward Summers, her mother Beulah Mae Summers, brothers Donald Wayne Summers and Jodie Summers, sisters Louise Altum, Lorene Engle, Inez Lee, Patricia Shubert, and Vada Fleming, her first husband Leon Perrin, second husband Hoyle Tyler, son Charles Perrin, and grandson Hunter Perrin.Survivors include her brother, Edward Summers, Jr., of Gatesville, Texas; sons, Micheal Perrin and wife Connie of Midland, Texas; Melvin Ray Perrin and wife Mary of Alva, Oklahoma; daughters, Becky Killen of Weatherford, Texas; Deborah Moore and husband Darrin of Weatherford, Texas; grandchildren, Lindy Parker and husband Stephen; Austin Perrin and wife Jackie; Kaylynn Johnson and husband Kayo; Crystal Clapp and husband Timothy; Eric Perrin and wife Shelby; Jeremy Bennett and wife Diana; Curtis Bennett; Mariah Heckman and husband Trever; Haley Moore; and Brayden Moore; 11 great-grandchildren with 2 more on the way; and many nieces and nephews.Visitation will be held on Friday, August 15, 2025, from 6:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at Rector Funeral Home, 2800 S. Osage, Amarillo, Texas.Funeral services celebrating Wynells life will be held on Saturday, August 16, 2025, at 10:00 a.m., at Comanche Trail Church of Christ, 2700 S.E. 34th Ave., Amarillo, Texas, with Loren Harper officiating. Graveside services will follow the funeral services at Memory Gardens Cemetery, 14200 I-27, Amarillo, Texas.In remembrance of Wynells life, the family asks that memorials be made to either Hunters Hope Ministry, P.O. Box 4472, Midland, TX 79704-4472, or online at huntershopeministry.com; or High Plains Childrens Home, P.O. Box 7448, Amarillo, TX 79114.

Gaynor VanShaw Guleke

Sep 03, 1925 - Aug 08, 2025

Amarillo, TX

Gaynor VanShaw Guleke, 99, of Amarillo, Texas passed away on August 8, 2025.Graveside services will be held Saturday August 30, 2025, at 2:00pm in Llano Cemetery with Reverend Murray Gossett of First Presbyterian Church officiating. Arrangements are by Boxwell Brothers Funeral Directors, 2800 Paramount Blvd.Gaynor was born September 3, 1925, in Amarillo to W.H. and Tula VanShaw. She graduated from Amarillo High School, Amarillo College, and The University of Texas -Austin.She was the Purchasing Agent for Amarillo College for 18 years, a member of First Presbyterian Church serving as a teacher, deacon, and elder. She served on the boards of the Junior League of Amarillo, the Amarillo Symphony, and Harrington House.She is preceded in death by her son, Edward Guleke, and her sister Martha Babb.She is survived by two sons: Jim Guleke and his wife Kay of Austin, Van Guleke and his wife Suzanne and her two sons of Amarillo, and her daughter Ann Holt and husband John of Abilene. She has four grandchildren and eleven great grandchildren.The family suggest memorials be given to: Edward S. Guleke Student Excellence Award c/o The Texas Exes P.O. Box 142309 Austin, Texas 78714 or First Presbyterian Church 1100 S. Harrison St. Amarillo, Texas 79101.

Chrestine Nickerson

Jan 03, 1955 - Jul 29, 2025

Amarillo, TX

Chrestine Nickerson 70, went to be with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ, July 29, 2025. Chrestine was born January 3, 1955, to Ruby and O. D. Nickerson, Sr. in Childress, Texas. She was a 1973 Graduate of Palo Duro High School in Amarillo, Texas. After high school Chrestine attended Texas Woman’s University in Denton, Texas, majoring in music therapy until 1976. Chrestine attended and played the piano at several churches in Amarillo, Texas. She attended and played at Greater Mount Olive Baptist Church until her health declined. She worked at Northwest Texas Hospital several years and retired from Texas Panhandle CTRS For Behavioral & Developmental Health in 2017. She was preceded, in death by two sisters, Joyce Nickerson Frost; Ruby Lee Nickerson Smith; three brothers, Roy Curtis Nickerson, Leonard Nickerson and O.D. Nickerson, Jr. Survivors include two sons, Corey LaRoyce Nickerson, Rosharon, Texas and Courtney Donte Nickerson, Amarillo, TX; two brothers, Cecil Nickerson of Amarillo, Texas; Vernon Lee Nickerson (Francis) of Inglewood, California and a sister, Sandra Nickerson, Amarillo, Texas. Chres is also survived by a host of grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, great-nieces, great-nephews, great-great nieces, great-great nephews, cousins and friends. To to the family or in memory of Chrestine Nickerson, please

Jerry Gene Frisbie

Feb 26, 1932 - Jul 27, 2025

Amarillo, TX

Jerry Gene Frisbie, 93, of Amarillo, Texas peacefully passed away on Sunday July 27, 2025, surrounded by his family. Jerry was born to Thomas Edward and Chessie Frisbie in Amarillo, Texas on February 26, 1932. After graduating from Amarillo High School in 1950, he married Joyce Carroll and resided in Amarillo. The union would last for 53 years and produced three sons: David, Tom and Mark. Jerry was a very talented artist, and, in his 40-year career, headed the art departments of all three of the Amarillo television stations as well as the departments of several printing companies and advertising agencies. Besides his artistic talent, Jerry enjoyed restoring antique radios, listening to classical and jazz music, reading classic books and novels, and, perhaps first and foremost, watching Laurel & Hardy movies. After the death of his beloved wife, he applied for a job at United Supermarkets and was subsequently hired. He worked at the Gem Lake Road location for 16 years where he was much loved by both fellow employees and customers alike. In 2013, he was selected as the employee of the year for the entire supermarket chain, an accomplishment that he was very proud of. Jerry was preceded in death by his parents; his wife, Joyce; three brothers; his son, Tom; and two grandchildren, Jennifer Frisbie and Chessie Frisbie, both of Amarillo. He is survived by two sons, David Frisbie and Mark Frisbie, both of Amarillo; two brothers, Frank Frisbie of Amarillo, and Tom Frisbie of Bloomington Springs, Tennessee; five grandchildren, Elizabeth Parker of Amarillo, Melody Frisbie of Amarillo, Andrew Frisbie of Albuquerque, New Mexico, Micah Frisbie of Amarillo, and Alexander Frisbie of Austin, Texas. He is also survived by several great and great-great grandchildren. The family would like to thank the dedicated staff at BSA Hospital for the caring and support they provided during Jerry’s final days. A private memorial for the family is planned for a later date.

Mondella Raline Carroll

Aug 16, 1941 - Jul 29, 2025

Amarillo, TX

Mondella Raline Carroll, 83, of Amarillo passed away on July 29, 2025 surrounded by her loving family.No services are scheduled at this time.Mondella was born on August 16, 1941, in Raymondville, Texas to Raleigh Ray and Nadine (Bristol) Rule. She spent time around the Hurst, Texas area before her daughter, DD, moved her to Amarillo, Texas so she could be closer to family and be cared for. Following her High School Graduation, she obtained her Cosmetology Degree and spent time as a licensed cosmetologist before transitioning into Property Management. She then made the choice to give back to people and began caring for the elderly, a career path she took great pride in.Mondella loved her family so deeply and was incredibly proud of all of her children, blood or bonus. She was a firecracker with a huge personality, dynamite in a small package as some would say. Mondella was an incredibly proud daughter of a farmer and didnt mind letting anyone know. She flew her flag proudly and made sure she hung it with respect and dignity, traits instilled in her over a life of hardships and triumphs. Even as her health declined, Mondella was a fighter to the very end.Mondella was very much in touch with the outdoors. She found great solace in her trips to Lake City, Colorado and loved to get out on the water and enjoy some kayaking.Mondella is preceded in death by her parents, her husband, Jim Miller, children, Shellye Carroll and Kevin Carroll, bonus son, Jim Miller Jr; and brother Andrew Rule.Those left to cherish her memories are her daughter, DD Carroll and wife April, grandchildren, Caylee Mahaffey-Holman and Dalton Miller, three great-grandchildren, and bonus children, Leslie and Rhonda; as well as many extended family and cherished friends.

Robert Lynn Fortner

Jul 31, 1948 - Jul 31, 2025

Amarillo, TX

PLEASE NOTE DUE TO REMODELING TAKING PLACE AT ANGEL FUNERAL HOME, ALL SERVICES WILL BE HELD AT SCHOOLER FUNERAL HOME,4100 SOUTH GEORGIA.Robert Lynn Fortner, 77, of Amarillo, passed from this life on Thursday, July 31, 2025.The family will receive guests at Schooler Funeral Home, 4100 S. Georgia, on Wednesday, August 06, 2025, from 5:30 PM to 7:00 PM. A funeral service to celebrate Roberts life will take place on Thursday, August 07, 2025, at 11:00 AM at Schooler Funeral Home, Brentwood Chapel with Pastor Don Fortner presiding. Burial will follow at Dreamland Cemetery in Canyon, Texas.Robert Fortner was born on July 31, 1948, in Canyon, Texas, to Ben and Minnie Fortner. He graduated from Dimmitt High School and went on to further his education at TSTI. It was during a church singles retreat in Dallas that Robert met the love of his life, Melody. The two were married on July 20, 1991, in Amarillo, beginning a joyful, Christ-centered, fun-filled life together.Robert had a deep appreciation for the simple pleasures in lifefrom a classic chocolate glazed donut to the excitement of a great wrestling match. He was an avid fan of the Dallas Cowboys and had a lifelong love for fast cars.Beyond his hobbies and interests, Robert was deeply dedicated to his work and his community. He served as a custodian for Bushland ISD for 40 years, where he became a beloved figure among students and staff alike. His care, kindness, and quiet devotion left a lasting impact on the lives he touched.Roberts memory will live on in the hearts of all who knew and loved him.Robert is preceded in death by both his parents, brother Dr. Ronald Fortner, and niece Rebecca Fortner.Those left to cherish his memories include his beloved wife, Melody Fortner; niece, Cindy Fortner Slade and Husband, Dr. Steve of Houston, Texas, and nephew, John Fortner and wife, Tina of McKinney, Texas.

Luis Carlos Zapata Sr

Oct 13, 1949 - Aug 03, 2025

Amarillo, TX

Tenga en cuenta que debido a la remodelacin en curso en Angel Funeral Home, todos los servicios vespertinos, incluida la velacin y el rosario, se llevarn a cabo en Schooler Funeral Home.Luis Carlos Zapata Sr, de 75 aos, de Amarillo falleci pacficamente el 3 de agosto de 2025, rodeado de su amada familia.La familia recibir a sus invitados en la Funeraria Schooler, ubicada en 4100 S. Georgia, el martes 5 de agosto de 2025, de 5PM 6PM h, en la Capilla Brentwood de la funeraria. Se rezar el rosario despus del velatorio. La misa se celebrar el mircoles 6 de agosto de 2025 a las 10:00 h en la Catedral de Santa Mara, ubicada en 1200 S. Washington, presidida por el reverendo Anthony Nuesch. El entierro se realizar a continuacin en el Cementerio Llano Este, Jardn de los Recuerdos.Luis naci el 13 de octubre de 1949 en Ciudad Jurez, Mxico, hijo de Ramn y Tomasa Zapata. En 1974, se cas con su amada Leticia Villar y formaron su familia. Luis descubri su talento en el trabajo con el metal. Era un soldador increble y le encantaba fabricar objetos de hierro, tanto que no solo era un pasatiempo, sino una profesin que sustentaba a su creciente familia. Era fiel a su querida Leticia y atesoraba los momentos y la familia que ambos formaron juntos. Luis tena un lado humorstico y le encantaba hacerle bromas a cualquiera solo para provocar risas. Era el bromista de la familia, cuyo nico objetivo era ver a todos sonrer.Luis amaba al equipo de bisbol Texas Rangers, y an ms a los San Francisco 49ers de la NFL. Su amor por estos dos equipos solo era eclipsado por su odio hacia los Dallas Cowboys. En su juventud, Luis viaj por todo Mxico como luchador profesional. Amaba el estilo de vida de los luchadores y la emocin de entretener a los aficionados, ya fuera frente a un pequeo pblico en un gimnasio o ante las multitudes de grandes recintos o coliseos. Le apasionaba ofrecer el mejor espectculo para todos los que compraran una entrada.Luis fue precedido en la muerte por sus padres y hermanos, Jess y Jos Zapata. Quienes atesoran su memoria son su esposa, Leticia Zapata; sus hijas, Rosa Domnguez y su esposo Daniel; y Lupe Ornelas y su esposo Gabriel; su hijo, Luis Zapata Jr. y su esposa, Erika Almanza; diez nietos y nueve bisnietos. Luis tambin deja a sus hermanas, Amalia Rivera, Josefina Galindo y Alicia Urrutia; sus hermanos, Jos Mara Zapata y Agustn Zapata; as como a numerosos familiares y queridos amigos.~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~Please note that due to ongoing remodeling at Angel Funeral Home, All evening services including visitation and Rosary will be taking place at Schooler Funeral Home.Luis Carlos Zapata Sr, 75, of Amarillo passed away peacefully on August 3, 2025, surrounded by his beloved family.The family will receive guests at Schooler Funeral Home, 4100 S. Georgia, on Tuesday, August 5, 2025, from 5 pm to 6 pm in the funeral homes Brentwood Chapel. Rosary will follow visitation. Mass will be celebrated on Wednesday, August 6, 2025, at 10 am at St. Marys Cathedral, 1200 S Washington, with Reverend Anthony Nuesch presiding. Interment will follow at Llano Cemetery East, Garden of Loving Memories.Luis was born on October 13, 1949 in Juarez, Mexico to Ramon and Tomasa Zapata. In 1974, he married his beloved Leticia Villar and they began their family. Luis found his talents in working with metal. He was an incredible welder and loved to fabricate things out of iron so much that it was not only a hobby, but became a career that supported his growing family. He was faithfully devoted to his darling Leticia and cherished the moments and family the two of them built together. Luis had a bit of humorous side and loved to prank any and everyone just to get a good laugh. He was the jokester of the family whose sole objective was to see everyone smile.Luis loved the Texas Rangers baseball team, and even more so the San Francisco 49ers of the NFL. His love for these two teams was only overshadowed by his hatred of the Dallas Cowboys. In his younger years, Luis travelled all over Mexico as a professional wrestler. He loved the luchador lifestyle and the thrill of entertaining fans rather it be in front of a small crowd in a gymnasium, or the larger crowds of bigger event venues or coliseums. He had a passion to put on the best show for everyone who bought a ticket.Luis is preceded in death by his parents, and brothers, Jesus and Jose Zapata. Those left to cherish his memories are his wife, Leticia Zapata, daughters, Rosa Dominguez and husband Daniel, and Lupe Ornelas and husband Gabriel, son, Luis Zapata Jr and spouse Erika Almanza; ten grandchildren, and nine great-grandchildren. Luis also leaves his sisters, Amalia Rivera, Josephina Galindo, and Alicia Urrutia, brothers, Jose Maria Zapata and Augustine Zapata, as well as many extended family and dear friends.