William “Blake” Driskell died on September 23, 2026, at the age of 22. This page summarizes his family’s published obituary, including the memorial service details, and explains how to tell his obituary apart from others for people with the same name. Our condolences go to his family and friends.
Latest Update: September 30, 2026
As of September 30, 2026, the obituary on the Grace Gardens Funeral Home and Crematorium website lists a memorial service for today, Wednesday, September 30, at 4:00 p.m. Central time. The service is at Baylor University’s Hurd Welcome Center, 901 South University Parks Drive, Waco, Texas 76706. The family has also set up the Blake Driskell Endowed Scholarship at Baylor University in his honor.
The cause of death has not been disclosed in the obituary. Some websites have posted “cause of death” headlines on this search, and none of them has a source for a cause. This page does not guess.
Who Was William “Blake” Driskell?
The funeral home obituary describes Blake as a cherished son, beloved brother, devoted cousin and loyal friend. It says he was born on November 7, 2003, in Waco, Texas, and grew up surrounded by love, faith and laughter. The funeral home lists his hometown as Waco, while a secondary website says he lived in Woodway, Texas, a nearby city. The family’s obituary is the stronger source.
Family
The obituary says Blake is survived by his parents, Robyn and Will Driskell of Waco, and by his sister, Rachel. It also names many aunts, uncles and cousins. It lists his grandparents Clint and Susan Bateman and Mattie Jean and Bill Driskell, and his aunt Nancy Driskell, as having died before him.
Memorial Service and Scholarship
The memorial service begins at 4:00 p.m. Central on September 30, 2026, at Baylor University’s Hurd Welcome Center in Waco. Grace Gardens Funeral Home and Crematorium is handling arrangements. Anyone who wants to honor Blake can look for information about the Blake Driskell Endowed Scholarship through Baylor University or the funeral home.
Other William Driskell Obituaries
Several other men named William Driskell have published obituaries, so check the age, city and date before sharing a link. These are separate people:
- William “Danny” Driskell, 71, of Cleveland, Oklahoma, who died on July 31, 2026.
- William Larry Driskell, 73, of Mooringsport, Louisiana, who died on December 21, 2025.
- William “Billy” Columbus Driskell Jr., 81, of Vero Beach, Florida, who died on November 5, 2025.
Quick Table
| Full Name | William “Blake” Driskell |
|---|---|
| Date of Birth | November 7, 2003 |
| Date of Death | September 23, 2026 |
| Age | 22 |
| Birthplace | Waco, Texas |
| Parents | Robyn and Will Driskell |
| Sibling | Rachel |
| Memorial Service | September 30, 2026, 4:00 p.m. Central, Baylor University’s Hurd Welcome Center, Waco |
| Cause of Death | Not disclosed |
Reader Questions
Who was William Blake Driskell?
He was a 22-year-old from Waco, Texas, born on November 7, 2003. His family’s obituary describes him as a son, brother, cousin and friend.
When did William Blake Driskell die?
The obituary says he died on September 23, 2026, at the age of 22.
What was William Blake Driskell’s cause of death?
The cause of death has not been disclosed in the funeral home obituary. Headlines that claim to give a cause are not backed by a named source.
When and where is the memorial service?
The memorial service is at 4:00 p.m. Central on Wednesday, September 30, 2026, at Baylor University’s Hurd Welcome Center, 901 South University Parks Drive, Waco, Texas.
Who survives William Blake Driskell?
The obituary lists his parents, Robyn and Will Driskell, and his sister, Rachel, along with many aunts, uncles and cousins.
Is there a scholarship in his name?
Yes. The obituary says the Blake Driskell Endowed Scholarship has been established at Baylor University in his honor.
Is this the same as other William Driskell obituaries?
No. Other men named William Driskell died in Oklahoma, Louisiana and Florida, and their obituaries are separate.
Wrap-Up
The verified facts come from a family-published obituary: Blake Driskell was born on November 7, 2003, died on September 23, 2026, and was loved by his parents, sister and extended family. The obituary does not give a cause of death, and this page does not add one.
Because many people share the name William Driskell, search results can mix up different obituaries. The funeral home page, with its dates, city and service details, is the most reliable source for this one.
As of September 30, 2026, the memorial service is scheduled for 4:00 p.m. Central today at Baylor University in Waco.
Disclaimer
This article is based on the family’s published obituary and other publicly available information reviewed on September 30, 2026. Details that are not confirmed are labeled as such.
