Geneva Yvonne Vaughan

Geneva Yvonne Snipes Vaughan, born July 27, 1940, at her home in Waco, Texas, passed peacefully from this life in the early morning of Monday, December 8, 2025. Geneva possessed a sharp mind and natural academic talent from a young age. At seventeen she followed her heart, eloping with the love of her life, Ronald Rudolph Vaughan, a decision she embraced wholeheartedly for the rest of her days.

Family was the heart and soul of Geneva’s world. As the devoted mother of four, she created a home filled with stability, warmth, and care. She was involved in many of her kids extracurriculars serving as a PTA Chair and Cub Scout Den Mother, offering her time and energy to support not only her own children but other families across her community as well.

Geneva cherished her grandchildren and spent countless joyful hours playing “beauty shop,” letting them braid and style her hair while laughter filled the room. The family treasures the memories of weekends spent at art shows, occasional trips to South Padre Island and many family reunions and get-togethers that Geneva helped coordinate.

Geneva had many passions. She loved singing, sewing, and caring for animals, always showing tenderness to any creature that crossed her path. The kitchen was often where she could be found, cooking or baking for those she loved, she was known for her flavorful meatloaf and the “best fried chicken ever” being family favorites. If she wasn’t on her feet, she was likely on the phone, catching up with loved ones and offering encouragement, advice, or simply good conversation.

She was also the greatest supporter of her husband Ron’s artistic talents. Geneva proudly accompanied him to weekend art shows, helping promote his work by designing and distributing brochures. Their partnership was one built on love, teamwork, and mutual devotion.

Geneva was dedicated to serving others throughout her life. Professionally, she worked proudly as a Materials Coordinator for the Midway ISD Special Education Department, approaching her responsibilities with compassion, diligence, and an unwavering commitment to students and staff. After retirement from the school district, she served as secretary for the First United Methodist Church of McGregor, a role that allowed her to live out her love for giving and serving others in meaningful, everyday ways.

Geneva is preceded in death by her beloved husband, Ronald Rudolph Vaughan Sr., her son Ronald Rudolph Vaughan Jr., her parents Robert and Velma Snipes, and her siblings Hazel, Helen, Joyce, Lester, and John.

She is survived by her children: Gena Vaughan Hankins and husband Patrick, Rebecca Vaughan Clarkson and husband Christopher, Raymond Randall Vaughan and wife Laura; Daughter-in-law Kimberly Aleman Vaughan. She is also survived by her brothers Gaylon Snipes and wife Linda, and Ron Snipes and wife Bobbie, and sisters-in-law Donna Floyd, Marguerite Vaughan, Bonnie Vaughan and Tamara Bates.

She is also survived by her treasured grandchildren: Leah, Clarissa, Christy, Casey, Ariana, Allison, Carri, Andrew, Ronnie, Hudson, and Veronica, along with many nieces, nephews, and great-grandchildren who will continue to honor her memory.

Geneva leaves behind a legacy of gentleness, creativity, laughter, and unwavering love. Her quiet strength, servant’s heart, and the joy she brought to those around her will remain forever in the lives of the family she so deeply cherished.