December 12, 2023

November 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...

November 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,...

November 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...

November 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...

November 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...

November 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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October 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...

October 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...

October 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...

October 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...

October 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...

October 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...

October 7, 2023

Edna Lucille Schlueter, known affectionately as Lucy, passed away Saturday, October 7, 2023, in Temple, Texas. Born on April 13, 1934, in Bell County, Texas, Lucy lived a life full of love, laughter, and dedication to her career. Funeral services will be held at 2 pm Saturday, October 14th, 2023, at Harper-Talasek Funeral Home in Temple. Burial will follow at...

October 6, 2023

Juan Roberto Garcia, beloved father, brother, grandfather, great-grandfather, and friend, passed away at his home in Belton, Texas on Friday, October 6, 2023, at the age of 69. He was born on January 15, 1954, in Leander, Texas to the late Trinidad and Refugia Garcia. Funeral services will be held at 11 am Tuesday, October 17, 2023, at St. Mary's...

September 28, 2023

Annette Hayes Snowden, a dedicated member of First Baptist Church in Troy, Texas, passed away peacefully on September 28, 2023. She was born on December 15, 1927, in Meridian, Mississippi to loving parents Jessie Jackson and Minnie Hayes.

A graveside service will be held on October 3rd, 2023, commencing at 10:00 AM at Hillcrest Cemetery. This solemn ceremony will offer...

September 25, 2023

Memorial services for Betty Broughton, 95, of Temple, will be 11 am Thursday, September 28 at Hillcrest Cemetery in Temple.  Mrs. Broughton passed away Monday, September 25 in Temple.

Mrs. Broughton was born April 5, 1928, in Temple, Texas to Ervin Vince Cawthron and Jean Casler Kennedy Cawthron.  Betty was a lifelong resident of Temple and graduated from Temple High...

September 25, 2023

Esther Tobar, beloved mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away Monday, September 25, 2023, at her home in Temple, Texas. She was born on November 10, 1958, to Henry and Amelia Alcado Tobar in Temple, Texas. Esther touched the hearts of all who knew her with her kindness and unwavering strength.Esther's journey through life was not an easy one. As a...

September 19, 2023

Teresa Ann Palousek, 87 years old, peacefully passed away September 19, 2023. Teresa was born Sept. 1st, 1936 to Frank and Annie Mikulastik in Seaton, TX. She graduated Temple High School. On Sept. 21st, 1957 she married Emil B. Palousek.

They were members of the Immanual Lutheran Church.

In 1958 they started the Overhead Door business known as Crawford Doors....

September 18, 2023

Maria San Juanita Martinez, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away on Monday, September 18, 2023, in Temple, Texas. She was born on January 22, 1944, in the town of Rosebud, Texas to the late Epifanio and Eva Vela. Maria's kind heart and gentle spirit touched the lives of all who knew her.Maria dedicated her life to serving...