Taylor, TX Obituaries

Mar 2, 2024

Dorothy Maruska Newman, of Taylor, Texas, passed away peacefully on March 2, 2024; just shy of her 99th birthday.  She was born on September 12, 1925, to parents, Joe and Lydia Pavelka, of Thrall, Texas.  She was baptized and confirmed in the St. John’s Lutheran Church in Thrall and was a member of Taylor Brethren Church.

She...

Feb 29, 2024

On Thursday, February 29, 2024, Air Force Cadet 2nd Class Tristen Riley Burton, 21, of Granger, Texas was called home to be with his Lord and savior in an off-base motorcycle accident in Cascade, Colorado.  Tristen was attending the United States Air Force Academy and was a member of Class of 2025 and Cadet Squadron 31, The Grim Reapers....

Feb 29, 2024

Andrea Lynne Ripple was born on December 11, 1961, in Austin, Texas. She passed from this earthly realm into the presence of her Lord Jesus Christ on Thursday, February 29, 2024. She was 62 years young and beautiful in every way, inside and out. What marked the beauty of her life more than anything was the overwhelming love she...

Feb 26, 2024

Nathan “Nate” Guidry was born February 6, 1981 in New Orleans, Louisiana. He was the baby boy to Ms. Loyce Guidry and Mr. Carl “Red Pop” Guidry. Nate departed this life from natural causes on February 26, 2024, while visiting family and friends in Texas.

He ascends to heaven to meet his dad, Red Pop, but sadly...

Feb 25, 2024

Sybil Marcella (Gola) Vanecek, 90, passed away on February 25, 2024.  She was born on November 7, 1933, the daughter of Charlie and Marcella Gola. She was the oldest of five children, growing up on a Czech family farm in Granger, Texas and graduating from Granger High School. On September 15, 1952 she married Daniel Vanecek at St. Cyril...

Feb 24, 2024

Celia Mariea Stiles Beard, born on September 15, 1943, in the rustic beauty of Hog Mountain near Florence, TX, passed away peacefully with her family by her side in Taylor, TX. Celia's journey was one of courage, resilience, and boundless love. Growing up in Jarrell, TX, she embraced life with gusto, excelling in academics, athletics, and a fierce competitive...

Feb 23, 2024

Martha Ann Knapek Sherek, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend passed away at age 96, on February 23, 2024, peacefully at her home, in Taylor, TX. Martha was born November 25, 1927, to John J. and Rosie (Polach) Knapek, in Cornhill, TX. Martha grew up on a farm in the Cornhill community and walked through the...

Feb 20, 2024

Billy Hodon, 87, of Pflugerville, Texas, passed away Tuesday, February 20, 2024.

Billy was born on August 31, 1936, in Circleville, Texas, to Adolph and Alice Mikeska Hodon. He grew up in Taylor with his younger brother, Jerry. Billy began work at HEB in Taylor and at the age of 17, moved to Austin to continue working...

Feb 19, 2024

Keith Duane Bowden, age 86, of Taylor, Texas, departed this earthly life to be with his Heavenly Father on February 19, 2024. Born on June 12, 1937, in Admire, Kansas, to Clifford and Darlene Bowden, Keith's legacy is one marked by love, family, and community. Keith's journey was intertwined with the threads of family devotion and hard work.

Feb 16, 2024

Cory Alan Tillotson, 49, of Taylor TX, passed away at his home, surrounded by family on February 16th, 2024. He had suffered from severe colon cancer that had metastasized to his liver.

Cory was born March 11, 1974, in Urbana IL to Rex Tillotson of Midland TX and Cindy Cottle(Jim) of Taylor TX. He married Michelle Sweeney...

Feb 14, 2024

Kenneth Alan Bishop, of Taylor, Texas, passed away on February 14, 2024.

Full obituary pending.

Feb 14, 2024

Marvin was born on November 7th, 1947, to Albin E. Machu and Vlasta Kovar Machu.  He was called to his heavenly home on February 14th, 2024 at the age of 76, surrounded by his loving family at his home of 50 years in Thorndale, TX.

Marvin was one of nine children. He grew up in Granger, Texas...

Feb 13, 2024

With profound sorrow, we announce the passing of Roy Gamez, who departed from this life on February 13, 2024, in Temple, Texas, at the age of 56. Roy was born on March 9, 1967, in Taylor, Texas, to his beloved parents, Paul and Connie Gamez. On December 23, 1994, he united in marriage with his devoted wife, Wanda Gamez....

Feb 10, 2024

Donny Ray Heine, born on December 21, 1939, to Richard and Zanie Heine, peacefully passed away on Saturday, February 10, 2024, at the age of 84, with his devoted wife, Virginia by his side. Donny was a lifelong farmer and rancher, known for his unwavering work ethic, ingenuity, and commitment to excellence.

Throughout his life, Donny‘s resourcefulness...

Feb 9, 2024

Joe was born on October 08, 1948, in Taylor, Texas to Lucas and Meme Alderete of Taylor, Texas. If you ever had the privilege to meet Joe, then you knew that this man was full of life, love, strength, and stories. Joe is best known for his crazy sense of humor, it was almost certain that when around him,...

Feb 7, 2024

Jack Terry Lee Jr, 82, was born in Beaumont, Texas, to the late Jack Terry Lee Sr and Mary Lee Andrus, on August 4th, 1941.  Jack grew up in Beaumont and graduated from Hebert High School in 1959. He joined the Army where he served faithfully until he was honorably discharged in 1968. After working for Zumo’s Meat Company...

Jan 29, 2024

Cary was born on January 14, 1954, in Taylor, to his parents, Zigmund and Agnes Prikryl, and he grew up on the farm.  He attended St. Mary's Elementary School and graduated from Taylor High School in 1972.  During high school, he worked at Raesz's Grocery and HEB.

After high school, Cary worked at Taylor Builders Supply for...

Jan 25, 2024

Sharon Christine (Anderson) Taylor of Granger, TX, passed away on January 25, 2024, at the age of 70.

Sharon was born on June 2, 1953, to Enoch and Zella Anderson in Austin, TX. She graduated from Georgetown High School in 1971, where she attended school from the 1st grade. She married the love of her life, Ronald...

Jan 22, 2024

Martha Joyce Kovar went to be with her Heavenly Father on January 22, 2024, at the age of 72 in Thorndale, TX.  Martha was born on February 7, 1951, in Houston, TX to Willard and Ophelia Rodgers. Martha was raised in Houston and moved to Thorndale in 1975 where she and her husband, Johnny Kovar, raised their family.  Martha...

Jan 21, 2024

Walter J. Miller, 92, of Taylor, went to be with his Heavenly Father on Sunday, January 21, 2024.

He was born on February 14, 1931 in Alice, Texas to Walter and Erna (Frosch) Miller.  He grew up on a farm with his younger brother and sister.  He graduated from William Adams High School in Alice in 1948...