Taylor, TX Obituaries

Sep 21, 2023

Janet Marie Hees, 71, of Cameron, Texas passed away peacefully at her home surrounded by family on Thursday, September 21, 2023.

Janet Marie Hees was born on March 3, 1952 in Pasadena, TX to David and Patricia (Wolfe) Armelli.  She grew up in Pearland with her younger sister Dona (Armelli) Coppedge.  Janet graduated from Pearland High School...

Sep 21, 2023

Rumaldo Valadez, of Taylor, Texas passed away at the age of 94, with his family by his side, on Thursday September 21, 2023.

Rumaldo was born on February 7, 1929 to Fidencio Valadez and Olaya Ochoa in Poth, Texas. He was the seventh of twelve siblings. He married the love of his life, Mary Rosas on August...

Sep 18, 2023

Beatris (Betty) I. Casta̴ñon, age 84, passed away at home with loving family by her side on September 18, 2023 in Taylor, TX. She was born in Safford, AZ to the late Juaquina Dominguez. Betty was the oldest of four children.

After graduating from high school in Globe, AZ in 1957, Betty joined the United States Army,...

Sep 17, 2023

Willie H. Brinkmeyer, Jr. Age 87 passed away September 17, 2023 at his home in Noack, Texas surrounded by his family. Willie was so proud of his German heritage.

He was born at home in Noack, Texas on December 18,1935 to Willie & Annie Moehnke.  He married his love, Dorothy Burrell Brinkmeyer on June 26, 1965.  He...

Sep 15, 2023

William Hughel “Bill” Hickman Jr., 84, of Thorndale, Texas, returned to his heavenly home on September 15, 2023. He passed peacefully at Ascension Seton Williamson Hospital, surrounded by his loved ones. Visitation will be held Saturday, September 23, 2023, from 5:00 to 7:00 PM at Providence Funeral Home in Taylor, Texas. Funeral service will be held on Monday, September...

Sep 12, 2023

Ava Marie Krueger, 100, of Hutto passed away Tuesday, September 12, 2023.

Marie was born on February 7, 1923, in Taylor to Walter and Mattie Smith. Her father had a garage and car sales business where she grew up with her sisters. In 1941 she married Lawrence Krueger and joined him in the dairy industry. In 1943...

Sep 10, 2023

Georgie Mae Jarosek passed away September 10, 2023. She was born on October 24th, 1927.

She is preceded in death by her husband Allen J. Jarosek, parents Mr. and Mrs. Edd Zrubek, daughter Carolyn Simpson, Sisters Loretta, Rosalie, Alice, and brother Edward.

She is survived by her sons Kenneth, Gregory, and Kelly, sisters Bernice, Mildred,...

Sep 10, 2023

In the day of our Lord, September 10, 2023 our servant James Henry Henley Jr. was received home. James was born August 23, 1987 in Austin, Tx to James Sr. and Carol Ann Henley. He attended Thrall High School and worked at Floyd's Glass Company. James accepted Christ at an early age. He was a member of Salvation Church...

Sep 4, 2023

Harvey Ray Laake, of Taylor, Texas, born September 26, 1941, went to be with our Lord on Monday, September 4, 2023.  He was the son of Arthur and Frieda (Kroeger) Laake, who proceeded him in death; along with one brother, Arthur Laake.  He is survived by his loving wife of fifty-eight years, Judy Milam Laake; children, Teresa Krause (Brett);...

Sep 4, 2023

On September 4, 2023, God called Dean Wayne Betak home.

Dean was born on March 26, 1969, to Edward and Sharon Betak in Taylor, Texas.  He was baptized and confirmed at St. Paul Lutheran Church.  He attended St. Paul Lutheran School and then graduated from Thorndale High School in 1987.

On November 21, 1992, he...

Sep 4, 2023

Jerry Dee Herzog, 62, of Thorndale, passed away September 4th 2023 in his beloved family home where he raised his three children.  Jerry was born on October 16, 1960 in Houston, Texas alongside his twin brother, Terry.

Jerry was a devoted son, husband, father and Popo.  Jerry was a machine operator at his family’s business at Herzog...

Aug 30, 2023

Harvey Jay Sladek, aged 86, of Thrall, left us on Wednesday, August 30, 2023, creating a void that his vibrant life had once filled. Born on June 19, 1937, in Thrall, Harvey was a cherished child of Albert and Sophie Sladek.

He embarked on his educational journey at Thrall High School, graduating in 1955 with a foundation...

Aug 30, 2023

María Candelaria Hernández de Lavalle

Con gran pesar nos reunimos para recordar y honrar la vida de María Candelaria Hernández De Lavalle. Partió a la casa de Dios nuestro Señor el día 30 de agosto del año 2023, rodeada de su familia fiel y amorosa.

María Candelaria Hernández de Lavalle nació...

Aug 28, 2023

In Loving Memory of Benito (Bennie) Lopez

With heavy hearts, we gather to remember and honor the life of Benito Lopez, affectionately known as Bennie. He peacefully departed this world on August 28, 2023, leaving behind a legacy of love, laughter, and cherished moments that will forever remain in the hearts of those fortunate enough to have...

Aug 27, 2023

Barbara Jean Menning Leschber, 78, of Taylor, TX went to her eternal home after a valiant fight against cancer. She passed away peacefully at home surrounded by family on Sunday morning, August 27, 2023.

Barbara was born on January 4, 1945 in Yoakum, TX to Lee Roy and Christina Menning.

She grew up with her...

Aug 26, 2023

On August 26, 2023, David Lee Martinez, also known as “Superman”, was called home by God and heaven gained an angel.  He was born on December 17, 1962, in Taylor, Texas.

David married the love of his life, Rebecca, eighteen years ago and they shared a special bond in which you never saw one without the other.  ...

Aug 23, 2023

William Gerald Welch, 74, left his earthly home on August 23, 2023, at Ascension Seton Williamson Hospital in Round Rock. Gerald was born on December 3, 1948, in Abilene, TX to Cratis and LaVerne (Whitmire) Welch. He was the fourth of 6 children. Gerald graduated from Taylor High School in 1967. He married his sweetheart Brenda Joy (Phillips) Welch...

Aug 21, 2023

Vera Mae Schwartz, a cherished soul who touched the lives of many, peacefully passed away on August 21, 2023, at 4:30 AM. Her legacy of love and warmth will forever remain in the hearts of those who had the privilege of knowing her.

Born on July 14, 1934, in Flatonia, Texas, Vera Mae was the beloved daughter...

Aug 17, 2023

Joe Fazio was born on March 12, 1948 in Canarsie, NY (Brooklynn) to Salvatore and Rose (DeGeorge) Fazio.  He grew up with his sister, Sandra, and several cousins.  His youngest sister, Laurie came along later in 1966.

Family gatherings were frequent.  Joe was an energetic and happy child.  He had many friends and was well liked.  There...

Aug 10, 2023

Rodney Allen Williams was born on March 5, 1973 at Scott & White in Temple, TX. He was welcomed home by our Heavenly Father August 10, 2023 after a short, courageous battle with cancer and interstitial lung disease.

He married his beautiful wife Valerie in November of 2019. The love they shared for each other was perceptible...