Jan 6, 2024

Mark Beck, age 48 of Temple, passed from this life Saturday, January 6, 2024. Private family services will be held at a later date.

Dec 30, 2023

Damian Lee Avila, known affectionately as "Grumpy or "Conference D" to friends and family, passed away on Saturday, December 30, 2023, in Temple, Texas. Damian was born on October 21, 1994, in Dallas County, Texas to parents, Greg and Tonya Avila. He was a beloved son, father, friend, and colleague whose infectious personality lit up every room he walked into.

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Dec 28, 2023

Bethel Virginia Burns, age 87 of Temple, passed away on Thursday, December 28, 2023, in Temple, Texas. She was born on December 18, 1936, in Elmo, Texas to the late Fred Henderson and Minnie (Clemmons) Harris. She was an exceptional woman who touched the hearts of everyone she met with her warmth and kindness.

Beth's life was marked by her...

Dec 27, 2023

David Logan, age 29 of Temple, passed from this life Wednesday, December 27, 2023. Funeral services will be held at 2 pm Saturday, January 6, 2024, at Harper-Talasek Funeral Home in Temple. Burial will follow in Restland Cemetery in Gatesville.

David was born on May 30, 1994, to Malinda Logan in Odessa, Texas. Raised by his grandmother, Catherine Dopita, he...

Dec 22, 2023

Mr. Darrell Lynn Gallaway, Sr. passed from this life Friday, December 22, 2023, in Temple, Texas. He was born on August 3, 1953, to Joe Wade and Mary Elizabeth Gallaway in Texas City, Texas.

He is preceded by his parents; brothers, Alton Gallaway, Bobby Gallaway, Denny Gallaway, and Leldon Gallaway; and sister, Beverly Mauldin.

Survivors include his wife, Wanda Gallaway;...

Dec 22, 2023

Felicita O. Gandara, age 76 of Temple, Texas passed away peacefully Friday, December 22, 2023. Funeral services will be held at 2 pm Friday, January 5, 2024, at Harper-Talasek Funeral Home in Temple. Burial will follow in Hillcrest Cemetery.

Felicita was born in Galveston, Texas on January 1, 1947. She was a wonderful mother who was always there when you...

Dec 14, 2023

Thomas Earl Taylor, age 77 of Temple, passed from this life Thursday, December 14, 2023. Funeral services will be held at 10 am Saturday, December 30, 2023, at Harper-Talasek Funeral Home in Temple.

Thomas was born on March 21, 1946, to Finis Earl and Cora Lyon (Crook) Taylor in Marlin, Texas. He married Cynthia Kay (Hutmacher) Taylor and retired from...

Dec 12, 2023

Nov 28, 2023

Mary G. Mares, a beloved member of the Temple community, passed away on Tuesday, November 28, 2023, at the age of 88. She was born on November 12, 1935, in Coupeland, Texas to the late Jose and Tomasa Garcia. Mary's journey through life left an enduring impact on all those who were blessed to know and love her.Mary's warm smile...

Nov 27, 2023

It is with heavy hearts that Lawrence's family, Larry “Papa” Wilson, announces his passing. He was a retired Colonel of the US Army Reserves and was born September 7, 1933, in Colorado Springs, CO, to Paul Dennis Wilson and Helen Feather. After serving his country, he worked as an RN at VA hospitals in various cities across the United States,...

Nov 24, 2023

Nedra grew up in Salt Lake City, Utah, Virginia, and College Park Maryland. Her father was an Assistant Director of the FBI under J. Edgar Hoover. So, Nedra had some interesting Washington adventures as a child and young adult.

She attended high school in Maryland. From her yearbook: Nedra Tracy, a serious-minded member of our class, but with a ready...

Nov 19, 2023

After a long life of service to others, Margaret Petrek, passed away November 19, 2023, at 97 with her daughter by her side.

She was born Margaret Frances Sefcik August 1, 1926, in Caldwell, Texas, to farmers Frank and Frances Sefcik. The middle daughter of three sisters, Margaret grew up in the Great Depression, wearing dresses made from flour sacks...

Nov 15, 2023

Betty Karen Barton, age 77 of Dallas, Texas passed from this life Wednesday, November 15, 2023. Funeral services will be held at 1 pm Tuesday, November 21, 2023, at Harper-Talasek Funeral Home in Temple.

Betty was born on October 11, 1946, to Bill and Marvel (Brown) Baroli in Muskogee, Oklahoma. She graduated from Muskogee High School in 1964, and attended...

Nov 4, 2023

Teddy Jack Roe, age 87 of Troy, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his family, after a lengthy illness on Saturday, November 4, 2023.

He was born December 12, 1935, in Burleson, Texas to Thomas C. Roe and Bernice Glover Roe. Ted graduated from Aledo High school and worked for the Department of Soil Conservation as a construction inspector.

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Oct 23, 2023

Willie C. "Sonny" Arnold, age 90 of Temple, passed from this life Monday, October 23, 2023, at Baylor Scott & White Hospital in Temple, Texas. A final farewell will be held at Pendleton Cemetery, where a Graveside Service will take place on Saturday, November 4, 2023, at 10 am.

Sonny was born on April 13, 1934, in Bell County, Texas...

Oct 20, 2023

Jan Gothard, age 84 of Temple, passed away Friday, October 20th, 2023, at home. Services will be Monday, October 30, 2023, at 2:00 p.m., with visitation starting at 12:00 p.m., at Harper Talasek Funeral Home, 500 W. Barton Ave., Temple. Burial will follow at Bellwood Memorial Park Cemetery, 8575 Airport Rd., Temple.

Ms. Gothard was born in Temple, Texas to...

Oct 20, 2023

Naomi Bagley Michalewicz, a beloved member of the Temple community, passed away Friday, October 20, 2023, at the age of 92. Funeral services will be held at 11 am Saturday, October 28, 2023, at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Lott, Texas. Burial will follow in Sacred Heart Cemetery.

Naomi was born on February 14, 1931, in Travis, Texas to the...

Oct 19, 2023

Thomas Neal Rolston, 56, passed away October 19, 2023, at Baylor Scott & White Health Center (BSWH) following long term health issues. He was the son of the late Billy Bob Rolston and Lois Ruth Thomas Rolston of Temple, Texas.

Thomas “Thom” was born in the Naval Hospital in San Diego, California, July 28, 1967. His family traveled as his...

Oct 11, 2023

Sandra Spiser Briggs, a woman who cherished life and found joy in every moment, passed away Wednesday, October 11, 2023, in Temple, Texas. A memorial service will be held at 2 pm Thursday, November 2, 2023, at Harper-Talasek Funeral Home in Temple.

Sandra was born on January 20, 1937, to Kermit and Capitola Spiser in Temple, Texas. She attended school...

Oct 11, 2023

Sidney Sue Beerwinkle was born on December 26, 1941, to Warren and Merle Kerr in Lubbock, Texas. The happiest times of her early years were spent traipsing about the family property with her dog. She graduated from Lubbock High School in 1960. She started her college career at Texas Tech University but finished it in 1967 at Adams State College...