Obituaries

Derek Alton Petersen

Derek Alton Petersen

October 31, 2026

Derek A. Petersen, 38, of Killeen, Texas, passed away on Saturday, October 31, 2026.

Derek was born on March 24, 1988, in Ontario, Oregon, to Marie Thomas and Terry Petersen. He completed his education through the 12th grade and worked as a heavy equipment operator for RR Bass Construction. A hardworking and dedicated man, Derek took pride in his work and...

Marjorie Brown

Marjorie Brown

October 27, 2026

Marjorie B. Brown of Killeen, Texas, passed away on October 27th, 2026, in Houston, Texas. She was 89 years old. Marjorie was born in Norfolk, Virginia, on March 15th,1937 to William Aaron Bell and Ellen Anna Bell (Henley).

Marjorie grew up in Norfolk VA, the youngest of eight children. She attended Booker T Washington High School. Years later she would marry...

Kay Young

Kay Young

October 25, 2026

Marilyn Kay Howard Young peacefully passed away at her daughter’s home in Harker Heights, Texas at the age of 87 on October 25, 2026. She was surrounded by her children and grandchildren.

Kay was born on March 6, 1939, to Verna Elisha (V.E.) and Ruth Howard in Conway, Arkansas. She is survived by her sons Wilson Young (wife Jamie), and Christopher...

Ira W. Black Jr.

Ira W. Black Jr.

October 23, 2026

Ira W. Black, 93, of Salado, passed away on October 23, 2026.

A funeral service will take place on Monday, November 16, at 9:00 AM at Harper-Talasek Funeral Home in Killeen. A graveside service at Central Texas State Veterans Cemetery will immediately follow.

William "Bill" Martin Evans Jr.

William "Bill" Martin Evans Jr.

October 22, 2026

Memorial service will take place at Trinity Baptist Church of Gatesville at a later date.

John K. Tousant

John K. Tousant

October 21, 2026

SPC John Kanen Tousant, age 22, passed away on October 21, 2026, in Austin, Texas, while doing what he loved—riding his motorcycle.

Born on January 13, 2004, John graduated from Dominguez High School in Compton, California. He then joined the United States Army and was stationed at Fort Hood, Texas, where he met the love of his life, Kiara. John dreamed...

Eluteria Gamez Garcia

Eluteria Gamez Garcia

October 16, 2026

Eluteria Gamez Garcia affectionly known as Terri, 81, passed away peacefully in her home on October 16th, 2026 surrounded by her daughters. She is preceded in death by her husband of 58 years, Guadalupe (Lupe) Rivero Garcia Sr, father and mother Claudio and Concepcion Gamez and 8 siblings,

Born on July 29th, 1945, she was delivered in her home by a...

Clayton Lee Gault

Clayton Lee Gault

October 13, 2026

Clayton Lee Gault, 78, of Moody, Texas, passed away on October 13, 2026. Clayton was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, uncle, and friend whose life was filled with love, laughter, adventure, and countless cherished memories. He will be deeply missed by all who had the pleasure of knowing and loving him.

Clayton was born on March 1, 1948, in...

Cherry Lou Haynes

Cherry Lou Haynes

October 9, 2026

Cherry Lou Haynes, 73, of Killeen, passed away October 9, 2026, surrounded by the love and legacy she spent a lifetime building.

Cherry was born July 10, 1953, in Bryan, Texas, to Willie Jr. White and Madeline Bellinger White. She was married to Roderick Wayne Haynes Sr., with whom she shared her life and family.

If there was one word that embodied...

Richard Allen Schrodt

Richard Allen Schrodt

October 7, 2026

Richard Allen Schrodt, of Killeen, Texas, age 76, accompanied Jesus to Heaven on October 7, 2026. Born February 11, 1950, Richard was the second son of Leo and Helen Schrodt of Creston, Iowa. At 2 weeks of age, he required a major operation in order to survive. Relatives wondered if he would survive babyhood, but Richard beat medical records as...

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; grandfather, Robert Taylor; and step-grandfather, Otis Billings Sr. Left to cherish his...

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...