Obituaries

Rosendo “Randy” Mendoza

Rosendo “Randy” Mendoza

October 7, 2026

Rosendo “Randy” Mendoza of Harker Heights, Texas, passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by his family, on October 7, 2026, on his 87th birthday.

Randy was born on October 7, 1939, in Buckholts, Texas, to Juan and Guadalupe Mendoza.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Juan and Guadalupe Mendoza; his brothers, John Mendoza and Lupe Mendoza; and his sisters, Crestina...

Robert John Lemont Capers

Robert John Lemont Capers

October 6, 2026

Robert John Lemont Capers, of Killeen, passed away on October 6, 2026. He was 33 years old. Robert was born to Raymond Taylor Sr. and Suezette Capers in Killeen, Texas, on July 16, 1993.

Robert is preceded in death by his beloved mother, Suezette Capers, grandmother Emma Monday, and grandfather Robert Taylor.

Left to cherish his memory are his father, Raymond Taylor...

Dora Elia Rodriguez

Dora Elia Rodriguez

September 27, 2026

Dora Elia Rodriguez, 74, of Killeen, Texas, passed away on September 27, 2026, surrounded by the love of her family.

Dora was born on October 24, 1951, in Del Rio, Texas, to Ramon P. Garza and Virginia Moreno Garza Duran. Born and raised in Del Rio, she lived a life filled with love for her family, her faith, and her community....

Jerry Clines

Jerry Clines

September 27, 2026

With love, gratitude, and respect, we celebrate the life of Jerry Clines, a beloved husband, father, brother, uncle, and grandfather whose presence brought strength and meaning to the lives of all who knew him. 

Jerry was born on August 11, 1952, in Los Angeles, California to J.C. and Johnnie Mae Clines (Hampton). He dedicated 20 years of his life to serving...

Raymond Savala

Raymond Savala

September 18, 2026

Raymond Savala, 76, of Killeen, Texas, passed away on Friday, September 18, 2026.

Raymond was born January 30, 1950, in Arkansas City, Kansas, to Alfred Savala Sr. and Valentine Savala (Esquivel). He proudly served his country in the United States Marine Corps for four years before retiring from the United States Army. Following his military career, Raymond then served as a...

John Gery Reeves

John Gery Reeves

September 10, 2026

John Gery Reeves, 74, of Killeen, Texas, passed away on September 10, 2026.

John was born on July 8, 1952, in Birmingham, Alabama, to James Mason Reeves and Edith (Tuck) Reeves. He earned a bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice and proudly served in the United States Army before retiring from military service. He went on to dedicate 19 years of his...

Judy M Garcia

Judy M Garcia

September 10, 2026

Judy M Garcia passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by her loving children.

A devoted mother, Judy is survived by her children Remy Lopez Jr, Irene Medina, Johnny Zamora, and Marcelina Diaz. She is now reunited in heaven with her beloved late son Rene Lopez, her parents, Jimmie and Janie Gonzales; and her extended family. 

Throughout her life, Judy poured her heart...

Chong Sul Everett

Chong Sul Everett

September 2, 2026

Chong Sul Everett, of Killeen, Texas passed away on Wednesday, September 2, 2026. She was 83 years old. Chong was born to Si Min Yi and Kim Cha Cho, in South Korea, being the youngest of three daughters.

Chong was a loving wife and mother who cared deeply for her family. She and her husband shared 54 years of marriage, and...

A B Miller

A B Miller

August 28, 2026

A B Miller, of Killeen, Texas, passed away on August 28th, 2026. He was 94 years old. A B was born on June 3, 1932, to Jim and Maude Miller (Knox), in Calhoun County, Alabama. 

Mr. Miller was a man who lived life in a way that was true to himself. His personality could best be described by the song “My...

Edwin 'Ed' Hulse

Edwin 'Ed' Hulse

August 23, 2026

Edwin ‘Ed’ Hulse, of Killeen, passed away on August 23, 2026. He was 68 years old. Ed was born to Granvyl G. Hulse Jr. and Helen Hulse (Kay), in Washington, D.C., on August 3, 1958.

Between Ed's travels as a child because of his father’s job and as an adult for the Gideons in Temple as well as Corpus Christi, Ed...

Bruce Adams Peoples Sr

Bruce Adams Peoples Sr

August 20, 2026

Bruce Adams Peoples Sr., 90, of Killeen, passed away on August 20, 2026, surrounded by the love of his family.

Bruce was born on June 28, 1936, in Effingham, Georgia, to Haywood Alton Peoples and Florence Leola Samuels. He worked for many years as a construction foreman. Throughout his life, Bruce enjoyed bowling, dancing, fishing, and spending time at church. He...

Betty Marie Botton

Betty Marie Botton

July 28, 2026

Betty Marie Pryor Botton, 88, of Killeen, Texas, passed away on July 28, 2026.

Betty was born on April 28, 1938, in Kemp, Texas, to Annie Elizabeth Pryor and Paul William Pryor. She grew up on a farm in North Texas alongside five siblings. Life on the farm was not always easy, but it provided Betty with many cherished stories, including...

Coy Charping

Coy Charping

July 23, 2026

Coy Charping, of Killeen, passed away on July 23, 2026. He was 93 years old. Coy was born November 13, 1932, in Dodson, Louisiana, to Antz Charping Sr. and Cynthia Charping (Cox). 

As a builder, developer, and businessman, Coy spent decades turning ideas into something lasting, taking pride in a job well done. He believed in doing things right, and those...

"Jay" & "J.T." Small

"Jay" & "J.T." Small

July 19, 2026

"Your life was a blessing, your memory a treasure. You are loved beyond words and missed beyond measure. Forever in our hearts."

With profound sadness and unwavering love, we announce the passing of Jhardon Tyree Small, affectionately known as "J.T." and "Jay," who entered eternal rest on July 19, 2026, at the age of 26.

Born on June 26, 2000, in Kingston,...

George Ann Clark Alford

George Ann Clark Alford

July 18, 2026

Educator George Ann Clark Alford of Corinth, Texas, died July 18, 2026. 

George Ann was born October 4, 1932, in Temple Texas to John and Grace Clark. She had a younger sister, Carolyn, and brother, John Jr. They lived in Rosebud, Texas where her dad was a farmer and rural postman, and her mother was an educator. George Ann was an...

Sandra Lynn Hooten

Sandra Lynn Hooten

July 2, 2026

Sandra Lynn Hooten was born September 23, 1958 in Ayer Massachusetts to Robert Stanley Kielpinski and Marion Soto. She passed away peacefully on July 2, 2026 with her loving family surrounding her.

Sandy traveled all over the world as an army brat and ended up settling in Copperas Cove, Texas.

At a young age, she took school very seriously and made excellent...

Jewel Evelyn Dodd

Jewel Evelyn Dodd

June 18, 2026

Jewel Evelyn Dodd, age 91, of Killeen, Texas, passed away on June 18, 2026.

Jewel was born on March 7, 1935, in Cato, Arkansas, to James E. and Lula May Barnard. She completed her education through the ninth grade and later married her childhood sweetheart, G.A. "Buddy" Dodd, in 1951. They shared 44 years of marriage together.

As a young wife, Jewel...

Bertha Ledesma Sanchez

Bertha Ledesma Sanchez

June 16, 2026

Bertha "Birdie" L. Sanchez passed away peacefully at home on June 16, 2026.She was born in Austin, Texas, on August 29, 1944.

She married her husband, Joe Sanchez, on August 15, 1963. Together they traveled the world with their three children, sons Joseph Sanchez and Vincent Sanchez, and daughter Isabel Garcia.

She spent her 81 years making friends everywhere she went, joking...

Ruth Mantanona Anderson

Ruth Mantanona Anderson

May 30, 2026

Ruth Mantanona Anderson, age 72, was called home on May 30, 2026. She was born on June 14, 1953, and lived a life filled with love, family, faith, and cherished memories.

Ruth was a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend. Her family was the heart of her life, and she leaves behind a legacy of love that will...

Curtis Wilson Dykes

Curtis Wilson Dykes

May 30, 2026

Curtis Wilson Dykes, 96, was born to Grady and Dessa (Polk) Dykes on May 15, 1930, in Sparta, TX, just outside Belton, and passed away May 30, 2026, in Temple, TX.

Curtis was the youngest child with three siblings, Doris, Jimmy, and Marilynn. He grew up on a farm but decided young he would rather cowboy. His brother, Jimmy, introduced him...