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Temple, Texas Obituaries

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Gordon Randall "Randy" Taft, U.S. Army (Ret.)

Gordon Randall "Randy" Taft, U.S. Army (Ret.)

March 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...

Jeremy Michael Campbell

Jeremy Michael Campbell

March 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...

Robert Lee Riley

Robert Lee Riley

March 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)...

Charles Sperbeck, Sr.

Charles Sperbeck, Sr.

March 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...

Gary Dale Calhoun, Sr.

Gary Dale Calhoun, Sr.

February 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...

Beatrice Villarreal

Beatrice Villarreal

February 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....

Edwin Sanchez

Edwin Sanchez

February 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,...

Wesley Alan Smitherman

Wesley Alan Smitherman

February 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...

Young Suk Lowrance

Young Suk Lowrance

February 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.

Jerry Gray

Jerry Gray

February 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....

Barry Dawayne Reed

Barry Dawayne Reed

January 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...

Artemio Moncada Leal

Artemio Moncada Leal

January 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...

Carolyn Jane Howard

Carolyn Jane Howard

January 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,...

Elizabeth Ann Armstrong

Elizabeth Ann Armstrong

January 26, 2025

Elizabeth Ann Armstrong, age 56 of Salado, daughter of Don Armstrong and the late Marcia Armstrong, sister of Helen (Armstrong) Lightsey and Marcia (Armstrong) Hardy, passed away in her sleep from natural causes on Sunday, January 26, 2025. Graveside services for Elizabeth will be held at the Killeen City Cemetery on Monday, February 3, 2025, at 2 pm.

Born and raised...

Michael Martin

Michael Martin

January 8, 2025

Michael Martin, age 49 of Killeen, passed from this life Wednesday, January 8, 2025.

Private family services will be held at a later date.

Vivian Brundidge

Vivian Brundidge

January 6, 2025

Vivian Joann Brundidge, age 49 of Killeen, passed away peacefully Monday, January 6, 2025. Loving daughter, sister, wife, and friend, Vivian lived her life spreading love and care to every life she touched.

Born on August 16, 1975, in Fort Sill, Oklahoma, she was the daughter of Joe Capes Brundidge and Verdell Joyce Rogans-Brundidge. Vivian lived a life of service to...

Myong Hui Ramey

Myong Hui Ramey

January 5, 2025

Myong Hui Ramey, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully on January 5, 2025, in Killeen, Texas, at the age of 76. Born on November 17, 1948, in Seoul, Korea, Myong brought joy, grace, and love into every room she entered.

Affectionately known as “Chae” by her husband’s family, Myong married the love of her life, Norman Ramey, on...

Enriqueta De Estrella

Enriqueta De Estrella

January 4, 2025

Mrs. Enriqueta De Estrella, 68, of Killeen, Texas, passed peacefully from this life on Saturday, January 4, 2025, while in Mexico City, Mexico. A celebration of her life will be held at 12:30 p.m. on Saturday, January 18, 2025, at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Killeen. She will be laid to rest at North Belton Cemetery.

Born on July 13, 1956,...