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Mar 21, 2025

It is with profound sadness that we announce the peaceful passing of our beloved mother, Jolene Kay (Geist) Ehret, at her home on Friday, March 21, 2025, surrounded by her loving children. Jolene was a devoted mother to five children and the cornerstone of our family.

Jolene Kay Geist was born to Ida Rose Geist and Fred C. Geist on October...

Mar 18, 2025

Juana Maria Carmona Cardenas Trujillo, born on March 27, 1980, in San Felipe, Guanajuato, Mexico, passed from this life Tuesday, March 18, 2025, in Killeen, Texas. Funeral services will be held at 11 am Tuesday, April 1, 2025, at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Killeen. Burial will follow in Killeen Memorial Park.

Juana’s life was a beautiful reflection of love, joy,...

Mar 16, 2025

Willard Michael "Mike" Smith, born on July 9, 1946, passed away on March 16, 2025. A proud graduate of Hunter Huss High School in Gastonia, North Carolina, Mike graduated in 1965 and soon after enlisted in the U.S. Air Force. He dedicated his career as a civil service high voltage electrician, retiring in 2002 after many years of hard work.

Mike...

Mar 16, 2025

Irene Ruppert, age 76, of Killeen, Texas, passed from this life Sunday, March 16, 2025. Private family services will be held at a later date to honor her memory.

Irene was born on July 6, 1948, in Grettstadt, Germany. She is preceded in death by her beloved husband, Siegfried Ruppert; her parents, Dionisius Hoffert and Rosa Winter; and her daughter, Susanna...

Mar 13, 2025

Nikky Johnson, age 35 of Killeen passed from this life Thursday, March 13, 2025. Services will be held at Harper-Talasek Funeral Home in Killeen on Saturday, March 29, 2025, with a visitation starting at 5 pm, a holy rosary recited at 6:30 pm, and funeral service immediately following at 7 pm. A reception to honor the beautiful life of Nikky...

Mar 13, 2025

Gordon Randall “Randy” Taft, age 72, of Harker Heights, passed from this life on Thursday, March 13, 2025.

Funeral services will be held on Tuesday, March 25, 2025, at Harper-Talasek Funeral Home in Killeen. A visitation will begin at 10:00 AM, followed by the funeral service at 11:00 AM. Burial with military honors will take place at 1:00 PM at Central...

Mar 7, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the unexpected passing of our dear son, Jeremy Michael Campbell. He was tragically taken from us on March 7, 2025, at the age of 32.

Jeremy was a bright and cherished part of our family. He will be remembered for his outgoing personality and cheerful smile, his infectious laughter, and his devotion to...

Mar 6, 2025

Robert “Bob” Lee Riley, age 88 of Killeen, passed from this life Thursday, March 6, 2025. Funeral services will be held at 10 am on Saturday, March 29, 2025, at Church of the Nazarene in Killeen. Burial will follow in Killeen Memorial Park at 1 pm.

Bob was born on November 22, 1936, in Hamilton, Ohio, to Albert and Gladys (Cole)...

Mar 1, 2025

Charles Allen Sperbeck, Sr., 80, passed away on March 1, 2025, in Killeen, Texas. Born on April 3, 1944, in Pennsylvania, Charles was a man of deep faith who lived his life guided by the principles of Christ. His devotion to his beliefs shaped his character and inspired those around him.

Throughout his life, Charles demonstrated unwavering dedication to his family...

Feb 21, 2025

Gary Dale Calhoun Sr., 76, of Killeen, Texas, peacefully passed away on Friday, February 21, 2025.

Gary was born on April 5, 1948, in Mansfield, Missouri to Alva Calhoun and Dora Calhoun (Johnson). Growing up as one of eight children, Gary developed a strong independence and regularly did things his way, including being a self-taught mechanic. His passion for automobiles grew...

Feb 19, 2025

Beatrice Villarreal, age 87 of Killeen, passed from this life Wednesday, February 19, 2025. Funeral services will be held at 11 am Saturday, March 1, 2025, at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Killeen. Burial will follow in Killeen City Cemetery.

Beatrice was born on August 17, 1937, to David Villarreal and Refujio Quinones in La Coyotada San Juan del Rio, Mexico....

Feb 13, 2025

Edwin Sanchez, beloved son, brother, and uncle passed away February 13, 2025, in Killeen, TX of COVID complications. He was the eighth child of Paula B. Sanchez and Eloy R. Sanchez, born on March 17, 1964.

He was preceded in death by his parents and eldest brother Angel Luis Sanchez.

He is survived by his brothers, Norberto "Robow" Sanchez, Guillermo "Sach" Sanchez,...

Feb 10, 2025

Wesley Alan Smitherman, born on December 1, 1946, in Toledo, Ohio, passed away on February 10, 2025, in Copperas Cove, Texas. He leaves behind a rich legacy of achievement, humor, and dedication that will forever resonate in the hearts of those whom had the privilege of knowing him.

Wesley's journey through life was marked by a multifaceted career. He served as...

Feb 4, 2025

Graveside services for Young Suk Lowrance, 87, of Killeen will be at 1 p.m. Thursday at Killeen Memorial Park. Mrs. Lowrance passed away February 4, 2025.

She is survived by her three daughters, Min Sun Lowrance Chon, Ann Lowrance, and Vicky Aguirre.

Visitation is from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Thursday at Harper-Talasek Funeral Home in Killeen, prior to the service.

Feb 2, 2025

Jerry Jerome Gray, age 74 of Killeen, passed from this life Sunday, February 2, 2025. Funeral services will be held at 1 pm Thursday, February 20, 2025, at Anderson Chapel AME. Burial will follow at Central Texas State Veterans Cemetery at 3 pm.

Jerry was born on September 15, 1950, to Marcus Calvin Gray and Rosie May Ware in Hopkinsville, Kentucky....

Feb 1, 2025

Jan 31, 2025

Barry Dawayne Reed was born and raised in Killeen, Texas, on September 19, 1963. He attended Killeen Public Schools, K-12. He loved and lived in his beloved City of Killeen his entire life.

Barry graduated from Prairie View A&M University, where he earned his bachelor’s degree. While at Prairie View, he also joined The Army Reserve Officers Training Corp, where he...

Jan 28, 2025

Artemio Leal, beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, uncle, and friend, passed away peacefully on January 28, 2025, at the age of 84 in Austin, Texas. Born on September 1, 1940, in Las Puentes, Tamaulipas, Mexico, Artemio lived a full and vibrant life that spanned decades of dedication to his family and community. Artemio was united in marriage to Hermelinda...

Jan 28, 2025

Carolyn Jane Howard, age 78, passed away on the morning of January 28th, 2025. Services will be held at 2 pm Friday, February 7, 2025, at First Baptist Church of Killeen. Burial will be in Killeen City Cemetery.

Carolyn Jane was born on October 14th, 1946, in Waco, Texas to Jack and Claudine Arnold. She was a proud resident of Killeen,...