John M. Tutt was born on October 8, 1942, to Wilbur W. Tutt and Marion Lexie Tutt.
He attended Waco High School in 1960, Baylor University in 1964 and UT Law in 1971. In 1978 he Married Sally J. Tutt.
John was an attorney in San Antonio for 50 years and a member of University United Methodist Church. In his free time John enjoyed Scouts, hiking and Camping.
John is survived by his wife Sally, children; Aaron Paul Tutt, Adam Christian Tutt and Lexie Evelyn Tutt.
Here is the May issue of the Town Crier. A big Thanks to all of you who continue to contribute. Contents this month include:
Waco received over two inches of rain yesterday which was definitely needed. I hope none of our graduates had any severe weather as we have now entered our tornado season. I am sure all remember May 11, 1953.
Again, stay safe, stay healthy and stay in touch!
jeanne
Lenna Ruth Coates Renner was born on November 29, 1942 in Tahlequah, Oklahoma to Inez Esther Ruth Smith and Richard Henry Coates.
Due to many health complications, Lena passed away peacefully in her sleep on July 24, 2021 and went to be with our Lord, and her beloved husband, Conrad Harold Renner in heaven.
She is preceded in death by her parents, husband and her brother Charles Coates.
She is survived by her brother Jim Coates and her sisters Barbara Coates, Nancy and Chris Beck and Cheryl and Kelly Nichols. Her daughter Debbie Renner-Sloan and husband Chad and their daughter KaLeigh Sloan and spouse Finley Boyle. Her son, John Renner and his wife Mary. Her daughter Melinda and husband Russell Gardiner. Her granddaughter Grace and her husband Curtis Scott.
Our beloved Joan completed her life’s journey on her birthday, February 9th, 2021.
She was born in 1942 to William and Edythe Allen and grew up in Waco, Texas. Joan attended Southwestern University, and while there she met her true love, Mervyn “Merv” Stelter. Joan and Merv celebrated their 58th wedding anniversary on February 2, 2021. Joan was loved by many, but no one loved her more than Merv.
After graduation from East Texas State University, Joan began her career in education spanning over 25 years. She touched many lives with her warm smile and positive spirit. Many of her very best friends were fellow teachers, and she was passionate about mentoring young teachers. Her favorite part of teaching was instilling the love of reading in her students. Joan was an avid reader herself, and if she wasn’t spending time with her family she was curled up with a good book.
Joan was her grandchildren’s biggest fan. She loved to cheer them on at sporting events, cheerleading and dance competitions. She was truly happiest surrounded by family. Joan was a fierce tennis competitor and loved her Northlake family. She never met a stranger. Joan loved to say “have a great life,” and she definitely lived those words each day.
Joan is survived by her husband, Merv Stelter, two daughters JoAnn Blaylock and Cynthia Michael. JoAnn’s husband Mikel and their children Cole, Ben and Emily Jane, and Cynthia Ann’s husband Shawn and their daughter Kaide Shannon, as well as Joan’s sister Jean Allen James and brother Gabe Allen and wife Sandy.
“Her ways are pleasant ways, and all her paths are peace. She is a tree of life to those who take hold of her; those who hold her fast will be blessed.” -Proverbs 3 17:18
Well done my good and faithful servant. We will see you again.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital.
I hope everyone is okay. Please keep safe, healthy and in touch. Any information on our graduates, any photo or old memory is always enjoyed by all.
jeanne
Here’s what you’ll find in April’s Town Crier:
Here is the March 2025 Town Crier. I hope you will all enjoy. And again, a big thanks to all of you who help to contribute to make the Crier interesting.
Please stay healthy, stay safe, and stay in touch.
jeanne
This month’s contents include …
Terrell’s son, Clayton Reagan, posted this picture and tribute to his father on Instagram. He included several other photos. To see the entire montage, visit his Instagram page.
With heavy hearts we said good by to our father last week. He was a movie star, author, business man, father and an absolute force of nature. He was always quick with a joke, unapologetically himself, never short on stories, and saw an adventure at every corner. I like to think he passed these traits on to me.
We shared a birthday and this last year he was in Austin I was fortunate to share many good times with him as well. We rocked out to Elvis to the very end. He will be missed. See you on the other side “Slick Silver.”
Travis, 83, of Burnet passed away peacefully at a local hospital.
A Memorial Service will be held 11 a.m. Saturday, March 22nd at First Methodist Church of Marble Falls; followed by a reception in the Fellowship Hall. 1101 Bluebonnet Dr. A Celebration of Life Service will be held 1 p.m. Sunday, March 23rd at Moore Cemetery, Gholson Rd, in Waco. Please join us and share your fun memories/ stories of Travis “Bud”.
Travis attended Elementary School in Speegelville, followed by Waco High School, where he was an All-state point guard his senior year. He was actively involved in basketball, as well as being a fisherman. He was an avid golfer for many years of his life. Travis and Betty met in high school, and their bond was strong through their 60 years of marriage.
After graduating high school Travis attended Baylor University, where he earned a degree in Business Management. After graduating Baylor, he was employed at AMA/Advertising & Marketing Assoc. (1964-1980) and was then promoted to Vice President of Sales and Marketing. Lastly, he opened TLC Digital Imaging, and ran his company until 2014, when he retired and resided in Burnet.
Travis was preceded in death by his father, Robert Neal Lawson, and his mother Bertha Lois Lawson. Travis is survived by his loving wife, Betty Joyce Lawson and daughter, Amanda Lawson-Briner. He is also survived by his sister, Shirley Moore and his brothers Robert Stephen Lawson and wife Brenda; William Benjamin Lawson and wife Kim; and Rodney Neal Lawson and wife Delissa. He is also survived by his 10 nieces and nephews.
Travis never met a stranger and was adored by all.
January flew by! Texas finally got a good rain…also some very cold weather with snow in our south! It made history- Beaumont broke a record since 1949. Earlier, Dallas and up north got the snow. Waco was in the middle…no snow either time.
As you know, I am in the process of making new lists. I sent out a blast that in the future I will be sending only to those who respond to let me know they want on the list. This February issue will be the last time that I send out to the old lists. I appreciate so much those of you who have responded. With that in mind….unless I hear from you that you want to be kept on the list, you will not hear from me again. I am not sure those who do not respond even get the emails rather than just not wanting to be on the list. Whatever it is, my new lists will be made up of those who respond. If you speak with anyone who wants on the list, please let me know.
Again, thank you so much for contributing items and pictures of interest for our graduates to enjoy and thanks for your prompt response to the new lists.
jeanne
Here’s what you’ll find in the February Town Crier:
Anna Logan passed away, Tuesday, January 28, 2025, at Ascension Providence Hospital at the age of 82.
Anna Louise, who was named after her two grandmothers, was born, September 5, 1942, to George and Alexandria (Lehmberg) Logan. A life-long Texan and Methodist, Anna was born in Georgetown, where her family lived while her father served overseas during World War II.
Her family later moved to Waco, and Anna was educated in Waco schools before earning a bachelor’s degree in education from Baylor University. After graduation, she taught second grade in Waco ISD for many years. Anna enjoyed traveling in Europe and, more recently, spending time with her friends at Providence Village, where she lived for several years.
Anna was preceded in death by her parents and her brother, Fred Logan. She is survived by her sister-in-law, Nancy Logan; her niece, Vicki Peters; her nephew, Jim Logan; and several cousins.
At Anna’s request, there will be no service.