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Temple, Texas Obituaries

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Dorothy Ann Alexander

Dorothy Ann Alexander

August 22, 2024

Dorothy Ann Friemel Alexander, 79, cherished wife, mother, aunt, grandmother, great grandmother and friend, passed away in Temple, Texas on August 22, 2024.

She was preceded in death by her parents August A. Friemel, Jr. and Selma Marie Ida Eckert Friemel.

She is survived by her husband Don Alexander, son Raymond Alexander, son Wade Alexander and wife Jessica, Sister Lillie Friemel Bible,...

Joe Wayne White

Joe Wayne White

August 21, 2024

Joe Wayne White, age 85, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, August 21, 2024, at Baylor Scott & White Hospital.

Joe was born on May 21, 1939, in Jacksonville, Texas, to Herman Lavan White and Lois Marie Epperson. He attended Dixie School and Tyler High School in Tyler, Texas, before his family moved to Temple. He is a graduate of Temple High...

Pedro F. Granado

Pedro F. Granado

August 19, 2024

Pedro F. Granado, affectionately known as Uncle Pete, was born on May 13, 1938, in Buckholts, Texas. He departed this life on August 19, 2024, leaving behind many cherished memories.

Pedro was a vibrant individual who found joy in a variety of pursuits. He was often seen at church and spending time outdoors. In his later years, he took pleasure in...

Rudolph Constancio Martinez

Rudolph Constancio Martinez

August 16, 2024

Rudolph Constancio Martinez, 81 of Temple, passed away on Friday, August 16, 2024, from an extended illness. A memorial service will be held at 10 am Saturday, August 31, 2024, at Goodwill Baptist Church of Temple.

His hobbies were hunting, woodworking, and stained glass. He retired from the Santa Fe Railroad Company.

He is preceded in death by his father, Ignacio Martinez;...

Ralph Garcia

Ralph Garcia

August 6, 2024

Ralph Garcia, 68 of Temple, passed from this life Tuesday, August 6, 2024. Funeral services will be held at 10 am Wednesday, August 14, 2024, at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church in Temple. Burial will follow in Hillcrest Cemetery.

Ralph was born in Temple, on November 13, 1955, to Rosa Castillo Reyna and Paulino Garcia. He graduated from Temple High...

William Edward Reeder

William Edward Reeder

July 31, 2024

William Edward Reeder (Bill), 95 years, formerly of Temple, Texas went home to be with his Lord Jesus Christ on July 31, 2024, in New Braunfels, Texas. Bill was born on November 24, 1928, in Owensboro, Kentucky to parents, Elbert Munsey Reeder and Annie Trull Watson Reeder. Bill had two brothers who preceded him in death, Bert and Hugh. He...

Ernest Gingles, Jr.

Ernest Gingles, Jr.

July 28, 2024

Ernest Gingles, Jr. passed away on July 28th, 2024, at his home surrounded by his loving family.

He was born in Memphis, TN to Josephine and Ernest Gingles, Sr. He graduated from Clarksville High School in Clarksville, TN and attended Austin Peay College on an athletic scholarship. Ernest excelled in several sports including judo while living in Japan. He was a...

Eloisa Donoso

Eloisa Donoso

July 21, 2024

Eloisa Donoso, age 81 of Temple, went to be with our Lord and Savior on Sunday, July 21, 2024. Funeral services will be held at 10 am Thursday, July 25, 2024, at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Temple. Burial will follow at Hillcrest Cemetery.

 Eloisa was born on May 18, 1943, to Crispin and Julia Ramirez in Alice, Texas. She married...

Thomas Peden Rogers

Thomas Peden Rogers

July 10, 2024

Thomas Peden Rogers of McGregor, Texas passed away peacefully at home on July 10, 2024. Peden was known for his jovial, fun-loving spirit and deep fondness of the ocean. He was a beloved husband, father, grandpa and friend who will be dearly missed by those who had the honor of knowing him.

Peden was born on November 6, 1955 in Houston,...

Willie Anderson

Willie Anderson

July 10, 2024

Willie Anderson, age 71 of Killeen, passed from this life Wednesday, July 10, 2024. He was born March 14, 1953, to Willie Lee Anderson and Julia Ann (Matthews) Anderson in Liberty, Mississippi.

Willie was a hard worker every day of his life and a man of few words. He enjoyed working on cars and meeting people. He was kind, and friendly...

Gwynne "Kyleen" Crabbe

Gwynne "Kyleen" Crabbe

July 5, 2024

Gwynne “Kyleen” Crabbe, age 82, of Temple, passed from this life on Friday, July 5, 2024. Memorial services will be held at 2 pm Monday, July 15, 2024, at Harper-Talasek Funeral Home in Temple.

 Kyleen was born on November 13, 1941, to Kyle L. Turknett and Gwendolyn Benson in Temple, Texas. She married the love of her life, Joel R. Crabbe,...

Robert "Jack" Riley

Robert "Jack" Riley

July 4, 2024

Robert “Jack” Riley was born on July 12, 1930, in Hamilton, Texas, to Robert “Bob” and Kate Riley. Jack had a wonderful upbringing in Hamilton surrounded by a large family and an abundance of friends. He played a lot of sports and was a proud Hamilton Bulldog.

After high school, Jack proudly served in the United States Navy. He enjoyed many...

Michael Andrew "Mikie" Bargas

Michael Andrew "Mikie" Bargas

July 2, 2024

Michael Andrew Bargas, affectionately known by friends and family as Mikie, age 42, of Temple, passed from this life Tuesday, July 2, 2024, at home. Funeral services will be held Saturday, July 20, 2024, at 2 pm at Harper-Talasek Funeral Home in Temple.

 Mikie was born on January 16, 1982, to parents Andrew Bargas, Jr. and Rebecca Bargas in Temple, Texas....

Malisa Posada Fernandez

Malisa Posada Fernandez

June 20, 2024

Malisa Posada Fernandez, 51 of Temple, passed from this life Thursday, June 20, 2024, at home. Funeral services will be held at 2 pm Friday, June 28, 2024, at Harper-Talasek Funeral Home in Temple.

Malisa was born on September 15, 1972, to Josephina Mares and Jose Posada in Brownsville, Texas. She moved to Temple in 1990. She was a caring mother...

Scott Kelly, Sr.

Scott Kelly, Sr.

June 17, 2024

Scott Winston Kelly, Sr., age 46 of Little River, passed from this life Monday, June 17, 2024. A Celebration of Life will be held at 1 pm Thursday, June 27, 2024, at Little River’s Freedom Road Fellowship.

Scott was born on March 17, 1978, in Nocona, Texas, and adopted by parents, Richard Lewis and Pam Kelly. He was a man of...

Lula Jane Robison

Lula Jane Robison

June 10, 2024

Lula Jane Robison, age 79 of Moody, passed from this life Monday, June 10, 2024, at home. Funeral services will be held at 11 am Saturday, June 22, 2024, at Harper-Talasek Funeral Home in Temple. Burial will be in follow in Bellwood Memorial Park & Cemetery.

Lula was born on June 3, 1945, in Pickens, Oklahoma. She is the daughter of...

Patricia Jaramillo Trevino

Patricia Jaramillo Trevino

June 10, 2024

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Patricia Jaramillo Trevino, aged 68, of Belton, who peacefully entered eternal rest on Monday, June 10, 2024, surrounded by loved ones at home. Patricia's life will be honored and remembered during graveside services scheduled for 10 am on Friday, June 21, 2024, at Bellwood Memorial Park & Cemetery in...

Patricia Anne Lewis

Patricia Anne Lewis

June 5, 2024

Anne Lewis, age 59 of Blanco, passed from this life Wednesday, June 5, 2024, in Austin. Services will be held at Harper-Talasek Funeral Home in Temple on Saturday, June 29, 2024, with a visitation starting at 10 am and funeral to follow at 12 pm. Burial will be in Hillcrest Cemetery.

Anne was born on July 18, 1964, to Henry and...

Jesus Gabriel De Luna Castro

Jesus Gabriel De Luna Castro

May 25, 2024

Jesus Gabriel De Luna Castro, 56, of Temple, Texas, passed away on May 25, 2024.

Jesus was born on June 16, 1967, in Durango, DGO, Mexico to parents, Raul De Luna Prieto and Emma Castro Torres.

He is preceded in death by his parents.

Those left to cherish the memory of Jesus include his daughter, Emma Bernice De Luna; his brothers, Juan Antonio...

Mary Becker

Mary Becker

May 24, 2024

Mary K. Becker was born to Florian and Mary Mayer Kolodejcak on August 31, 1933, in Blessing, Texas.

The family moved to Milan County in 1935 where they were tenant farmers for the next fifteen years. They moved “to town” where their father did carpenter work and became known for his self-taught wooden “whittlings”. Both parents were proficient in English and...