Taylor, TX Obituaries

Jun 21, 2021

Rose Mary Rivera, 61, of Pflugerville passed away peacefully at her home surrounded by family on Monday, June 21, 2021.

Rose Mary Rivera was born on July 10, 1959 in Taylor, Tx to Donald Matuke Sr. and Mary Martinez. She grew up with 5 younger siblings, and graduated from Taylor High School in 1978.

She...

Jun 18, 2021

Carmen Velasquez was born July 16, 1966 in Taylor, Texas. Raised in Taylor, she was the youngest of 8 children. She spent much of her life here, forming life-long relationships. Carmen entered her heavenly home June 18, 2021 at the age of 54.

Carmen is preceded in death by her brother Sergio Velasquez, and parents; Guadalupe Velasquez...

Jun 17, 2021

Emil Albert Bachmeyer, 88, of Taylor departed for his heavenly home on Thursday, June 17, 2021, at the age of 88.

Emil was born at home in Circleville, TX on Christmas Day 1932 to his parents Emil & Lydia (Rieger) Bachmeyer and was always proudly touted as her “Christmas Baby” by his mother. She forgot many things,...

Jun 16, 2021

James “JL” Melton, 85, of Hutto went to be with his Heavenly Father on Wednesday, June 16, 2021.

JL was born at home on January 22, 1936, in Taylor, Tx, to Raymond and Eva Melton.

He Graduated from Hutto High School in 1955.

He grew up with one older brother, one older sister...

Jun 15, 2021

Ricky Dewayne Porter, 53, of Thrall, passed away Tuesday, June 15, 2021, at Baylor Scott & White Medical Center in Round Rock, Texas after a battle with cancer. Rick’s wife Holly (Turnbow) Porter and his pastor, Clint Neighbors, were by his side as he left to be with his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ.

Rick was born...

Jun 15, 2021

Cynthia Darline Krueger was called home by her Lord and Savior on Tuesday, June 15, 2021; the first child of Fred F. and Dorothy G. (Kruger) Krueger, born March 13, 1948.

Cynthia went to Hutto School all twelve years receiving her diploma in May of 1966.  She attended Texas Lutheran from September 1966 – December 1970, obtaining...

Jun 8, 2021

Richard Ruiz, 75, of Taylor passed away Tuesday, June 8, 2021.

Richard was born April 26, 1946, in Taylor to Mr. Gregorio C. Ruiz and Maria Solis Ruiz. He was a resident of Taylor all his life and in 1964, he married Ezelia Rodriguez.

Richard was employed by Taylor Bedding, retired from Carpenters, and was...

Jun 5, 2021

Velmetta Haynes Mitchell, 83, of Thorndale, TX passed away on Saturday, June 5, 2021.

"Nita", her preferred nickname, was born on March 7, 1938 in the Liberty Hill community, near Rockdale, TX.  She was the second-born child of Carl James Haynes and Lilia Bell Washington.  At an early age, her parents...

Jun 5, 2021

Christine Moore Lowrie, 71, of Taylor, passed away Saturday, June 5, 2021 surrounded by her family.

She was born in Portland, Maine to Henry and Bernadette Moore.  She and her family moved around until they settled in Houston, TX, when she was approximately 9 years old.  She graduated from Smiley High School in 1968.  Shortly after, she...

Jun 4, 2021

Melva Ruth (Woelfel) Richter went to her heavenly home on Friday, June 4, 2021 at the age of 83.

Melva was born on March 7, 1938 to Martin and Adele (Lehman) Woelfel and grew up in Thorndale, TX.  She was baptized and confirmed at St. Paul Lutheran Church and attended St. Paul Lutheran School.  She graduated from...

Jun 1, 2021

GEORGETOWN – Dawn Kasper Layssard, 53, died peacefully at home with her family by her side on June 1, 2021. She was born in Austin, Texas, daughter of Alice and Emil John Kasper of Hutto, Texas on September 12, 1967.

Dawn is a graduate of Hutto High School, Class of 1986, Salutatorian.  She earned her Bachelor’s Degree...

May 29, 2021

SanJuanita Oviedo (Janie), 72, passed away peacefully surrounded by family and friends on Saturday, May 29, 2021, in Bartlett at 4:15 pm.

SanJuanita was born March 13, 1949, in Bryan Texas. She was the first born of 13 siblings. She attended SS Cyril & Methodius Catholic Church and only made it to the 10 th grade due...

May 29, 2021

Loe Eugene Logan was called home on Saturday, May 29, 2021. He was born May 15, 1958, to Eugene and Mae Lee Logan(†) in Taylor TX. At a young age, Loe moved to Belton, TX with his parents. He continued his education in the Belton school district, graduating from Belton High School in 1977.

After graduation, Loe...

May 26, 2021

Joseph (Joe) Chadwick Pavlik, son of Joseph Cyril and Margaret Leshikar Pavlik, passed away on Wednesday, May 26, 2021, after a lengthy illness. Joseph was born on January 13, 1945, in Taylor, Texas. Along with his parents, he was predeceased by his older sister, Josephine Anna Pavlik.  He attended St. Mary’s Catholic School where he excelled in academics and...

May 26, 2021

Daniel “Dan” Saegert

Dan was born in Lincoln, Texas, on December 10, 1941, and passed away on May 25, 2021.  Being a native Texan, Dan was a man of many talents who often gave of himself to help others.

While there are many things that stand out, he will allows be remembered for his ability...

May 23, 2021

Grant Austin Rice, 19, of Houston, went to be with his Heavenly Father on Sunday, May 23, 2021.

Grant was born on December 5, 2001, in Katy, Texas to Derek Rice and Heather Robinson-Rice. He grew up in Houston, Texas with one older sister. Grant attended the Spectrum of Hope ABA for Autism, where he looked forward...

May 20, 2021

Mary Slagle Bigon, 92, of Taylor went to be with her Heavenly Father on Thursday, May 20 th , 2021.

Mary Slagle Bigon was born on December 20 th , 1928 in Salt Lake City, UT to Kenneth and Agnes (Vander Meyden) Slagle. She grew up with three younger brothers and married the love of her life,...

May 17, 2021

Denell Ross was born to Charlie and Addie Ross and called home on Monday, May 17, 2021.

She grew up in Taylor where she worked at Sweet Briar Nursing Home for 35 years as a head Dietary Supervisor. Most importantly, she was a Godly woman who loved going to church every Sunday at Zion Chapel Baptist Church....

May 15, 2021

On January 30, 1953, a future farmer, rancher, cow man, trucker and ranch manager was born to Tony Suchomel and Ann (Jansky) Suchomel in Taylor, Texas. Steven Michael Suchomel was a 4-pound premature baby boy who grew to be the best kind of farm hand, working beside his dad and learning the farm and ranch work ethic. Steven attended...

May 7, 2021

Maria Teresa Ramirez Treviño of Taylor, Texas was called to her heavenly home on Friday, May 7, 2021 at the age 84. She was born on December 10, 1936 in Esperanzas Coahuila to Ramon and Porfiria Ramirez.

Maria Teresa worked at H-E-B for 16 years until retirement and later became a...