James Daniel Speasmaker Obituary
With solemn hearts, we announce the passing of James Daniel Speasmaker (Waco, Texas), whose presence will be deeply missed, having departed on July 6, 2025. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
He was predeceased by: his father Philip A. Speasmaker; his father-in-law Carl Cummings; his niece Faith Cummings; and his aunt Jeanie Sides Johnson. He is survived by: his wife Shelley Speasmaker; his children, Hunter Speasmaker, Lane Speasmaker, Braelyn Speasmaker-Parkinson and Ashlynn Speasmaker; his son-in-law Kevin Parkinson; his mother Amerita Speasmaker; his in-laws, David and Terry Karr; and his grandparents, David Sides and Norma Kay. He is also survived by brothers, sister, aunts, uncles, cousins, and friends.
Visitation was held on Monday, July 14th 2025 from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM at the Calendar Grace Gardens Funeral Home & Crematorium (8220 Woodway Dr, Woodway, TX 76712). A funeral service was held on Tuesday, July 15th 2025 from 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM at the same location. A celebration of life will be held on Saturday, September 20th 2025 from 12:00 PM to 5:00 PM at 1620 N M. L. K. Jr Blvd, Waco, TX 76704.
In lieu of flowers, please consider memorial contributions may be made to the family.
