September 10, 2025

September 5, 2025

Barbara Ann Ortega, 64, of Moody, Texas, passed away unexpectedly on September 5, 2025. She was born on August 3, 1961, in Dallas, Texas, to Angel Gonzales and Alice Villanueva.

Barbara married the love of her life, Leopoldo Ortega, and together they built a life filled with love, laughter, and family. She attended school through the 11th grade and devoted her...

September 1, 2025

Ronald (Ron) Evan Gibson passed away peacefully early on September 1, 2025, after over 98 and half years.

Born in Lagrange, Texas on February 5, 1927, he spent his early childhood in Rockdale, Texas then moved with his family to Devers in southeast Texas and then to Anahuac where he graduated from Anahuac High School in 1945. His mother served 42...

August 30, 2025

Joan Adele Bulat, age 82, of Temple, passed away peacefully on Saturday, August 30, 2025. Private family services will be held at a later date.

Joan was born on August 7, 1943, in Aliquippa, Pennsylvania, to John A. Smith and Mary E. Tisch. She spent many years working as an accountant, a career she approached with dedication and precision.

Joan had a...

August 14, 2025

Dorothy Jane Pace, beloved educator, psychologist, and humanitarian, passed away peacefully on August 14, 2025, in her hometown of Temple, Texas. She was 83.

Born on January 14, 1942, in Temple to Edward and Dorothy Patterson Pace, Dorothy’s life was marked by a deep commitment to learning, service, and compassion. A proud graduate of Temple High School (Class of 1960), she...

August 13, 2025

Jimmie Louise Whitlock, age 89, of Temple, passed from this life Wednesday, August 13, 2025. Graveside services will be held at 10 a.m. on Saturday, August 16, at Bellwood Memorial Park & Cemetery.

Jimmie was born on December 8, 1935, in Temple, Texas, to Marshall Lee and Reba Louise Rowe. She worked for many years as a clerk with the Santa...

August 2, 2025

James Garrett Clark passed away on August 2, 2025, of complications associated with his stroke, at Baylor Scott & White Hospital in Temple, Texas.

Garrett, as he was known to the family, was outgoing, hardworking, and fiercely loyal to his family and friends. His greatest pride and joy were Olivia and Griffin Clark, his twin children. Garrett attended Pflugerville High School...

July 28, 2025

Leo Vrazel, age 91, of Rosebud, passed from this life Monday, July 28th, 2025. Services will be held at Harper-Talasek Funeral Home on Wednesday, August 6th, with a visitation starting at 10 a.m. and service immediately following at 11 a.m. Burial will be in Seaton Cemetery.

Leo was born on January 30, 1934, in the Milam County community of Yarrelton. He...

July 25, 2025

Marcella Griffin, age 95, of Temple, passed from this life Friday, July 25, 2025. Services will be held at Harper-Talasek Funeral Home in Temple on Monday, August 4, with a visitation starting at 10 a.m. and funeral service immediately following at 11 a.m. Burial will be in Bellwood Memorial Park and Cemetery.

Marcella was born on April 15, 1930, to Curry...

July 22, 2025

*NOTICE*

Please be aware the venue has changed to our Belton Chapel located at 503 N Main St in Belton, TX 76513

Boatswain’s Mate First Class James Thompson, United States Navy, passed away at the age of 37 while serving on active duty.

James was born in Temple and raised in Rogers, Texas, and graduated from Rogers High School. At 17, he enlisted...

July 21, 2025

Dora Flores Solorzano, age 75, of Temple, passed from this life Monday, July 21st, 2025. Services will be held at Harper-Talasek Funeral Home in Temple on Saturday, August 2nd, with a visitation starting at 3 p.m. and service immediately following at 4:30 p.m.

Dora was born on April 1st, 1950, to Marcello and Carmen Flores in Temple, Texas. She married Carlos...

July 19, 2025

With hearts full of sorrow but deep gratitude for a life well-lived, we announce the passing of our beloved mother, known affectionately as “Mema” or “Grandma Lupe” on July 19, 2025, at the age of 79. Funeral services will be held at 10 am on Saturday, July 26, 2025, at Harper-Talasek Funeral Home in Temple. Burial will follow in Bellwood...

July 5, 2025

Raymond E. Waldron of Temple, TX passed away in a private care facility in Temple on July 5, 2025. He was 94 years old. Waldron had been a minister of Jehovah’s Witnesses in parts of Michigan and central Texas for 75 years. He was also known throughout the area for the design and construction of many private residences.

He was preceded...

July 1, 2025

John Edward Prymuszewski, a beloved father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and brother, passed away peacefully on July 1, 2025, in Killeen, Texas. He was 81 years old.

Born on August 25, 1943, in Jersey City, New Jersey, John was the son of the late Frank Prymuszewski and Anna Brzostowski. He proudly served his country with two tours in Vietnam as a member of...

June 27, 2025

Ishwarlal “Ishu” Lodhia died Friday, June 27th at the age of 76, leaving behind 234,516 used masala tea bags, all 27 Robert Ludlum novels, and a steady drumbeat of Indian classical music.

Ishu is survived by his loyal and dedicated wife, Bhadra. She was the love of his life, a fact evident to anybody who met them and experienced the type...

June 16, 2025

Mary Lucille (Zikuhr) Maly, age 81 of Belton and Columbus, Texas, entered into rest Monday, June 16, 2025, in Temple, Texas. Services will be held Monday, June 23, 2025, at Harper-Talasek Funeral Home in Temple, with a visitation starting at 10 am and funeral immediately following at 11 am. Burial will be in Bellwood Memorial Park & Cemetery.

Mary was born...

May 28, 2025

Fermin Rodriguez danced his way into Heaven on May 28, 2025. He was 72. Fermin fought a 15+ year battle with Dementia and won as he is rejoicing with God, family and friends. His life ended peacefully in Dallas, TX, with his daughter, and formidable advocate, by his side.

Fermin was born on February 28, 1953, in Temple, TX, to Florencio...

May 19, 2025

David Harold Beerwinkle was born February 9, 1942, in Temple, TX, the third child of Ruben Henry and Esther Haas Beerwinkle. His first school years were spent at the two-room Moffat Schoolhouse. His middle school and high school years were spent at Belton Junior High and High School, where he played football, ran track, participated in student government and was...

May 14, 2025

May 11, 2025

Julia Rae Hoffman, age 81 of Temple, passed from this life Sunday, May 11, 2025. Private family services will be held at a later date.

Julia was born on February 22, 1944, to Josiah and Edna Beakley in Paulsboro, New Jersey. She was a beacon of strength, resilience, and love. In the 1980s, she embraced the challenges of single motherhood, raising...