Taylor, TX Obituaries

Mar 6, 2020

Sybil Mary Kubacak, 87, of Taylor passed away with her two children by her side at Baylor Scott & White Hospital in Taylor on Friday evening, March 6, 2020.

Sybil was born on August 12, 1932 to John and Bessie Valla. She was a 1950 graduate of Granger High School. She attended the old Taylor Hospital’s LVN...

Mar 4, 2020

Joanne Waddle, 79, of Granger passed away on Wednesday, March 4, 2020 at her home surrounded by family.

Joanne Frances Waddle was born in Boston, Massachusetts on September 28, 1940 to Irene Silva. She held an associate’s degree and was not only an Army veteran, but also a peace officer. Her hobbies included cooking, crochet, taking care...

Mar 1, 2020

Buddy was born in Bertram, Texas on June 30, 1946 to George Porter Barnes and Alma Edna (Fox) Barnes. He passed from this earth on Sunday, March 1, 2020 at the age of 73.

He married Reva Daniell on September 9, 1966 and they shared the last 53 years together. Buddy enlisted in the United States Army...

Mar 1, 2020

Paul Douglas McCormick was born in Madisonville, Kentucky to Thomas H. and Mary E. McCormick on March 21, 1943.  He served in the Marine Corps for 10 years.  He was honorably discharged with 2 Good Conduct medals, National Defense Service Medal, Letter of Appreciation, as well as a Rifle and Pistols Sharpshooter’s badges.  He served 1 year and 10...

Feb 22, 2020

Our beloved and kindhearted Joel Jaime Gamez passed away peacefully surrounded by family and friends in Round Rock on Saturday, February 22, 2020 at the age of 47.

Joel was born on June 2, 1972 to E.G. “Chicho” and Florinda (Dominguez) Gamez. He graduated from Taylor High School in 1990 and went on to attend TSTI in...

Feb 19, 2020

Tyler Clay Thonig, 24, of Taylor, passed away in Round Rock on Wednesday, February 19, 2020, surrounded by his family.

Born October 4, 1995, Tyler instantly became the heart of his family. Defeating odds and overcoming many challenges throughout his life – all while wearing a smile - he was an inspiration to everyone who met him....

Feb 9, 2020

We celebrate the life and love of our beloved Billy Rios, born Guillermo Alberto Rios Ramirez in the Comarca Lagunera of Torreon, Coahuila, Mexico. Billy was 41 when the King of Kings called his spirit to his Kingdom on Sunday, February 9, 2020.

Billy was the second born child to Ernestina Ramirez and Guillermo Rios Salas and...

Feb 5, 2020

Johnny A. Clark, 94, passed away peacefully in his home on February 5, 2020 with his loving wife by his side.

Johnny was born on November 6, 1925 to W.W. (Bill ) Clark and Hazel Faye (Moore) Clark in San Gabriel, Texas. He was a 1943 graduate of San Gabriel High School. He served proudly in the...

Jan 31, 2020

Joe W. Pustejovsky, 82, of Taylor, passed away on January 31, 2020 at his home, in the company of his loving wife and daughters.

Born in 1937 to Raymond and Elizabeth (Strmiska) Pustejovsky, Joe grew up in Granger, attending Ss. Cyril and Methodius Catholic School and Church, and graduating from Granger High School. In 1957, he married...

Jan 31, 2020

Rosalie Mekolik Goetz, 97, of Coupland went home to be with her Lord and Savior on the morning of Friday, January 31, 2020.

Rosalie was born on January 14, 1923 in Taylor to Rosa and Frank Mekolik.  She graduated from Taylor High School in 1941.  She married William F. Goetz on November 27, 1948 and they were...

Jan 31, 2020

Marvin Fritz Brinkmeyer, a lifetime resident of the Taylor area, passed away peacefully at an assisted living facility on Friday, January 31, 2020.

Marvin was born at home near Thrall, Texas on March 22, 1927. He graduated from Coupland Texas High School in 1945, and soon after joined the Navy. After serving his tour in Hawaii, he...

Jan 29, 2020

Martina Spradling was born in Greenville, Texas on November 12, 1945 and passed into eternal life on January 29, 2020 in Round Rock, Texas.

She was preceded in death by her parents; daughter, Jamie Nicole Spradling; nephew, Derek Gonzales; and in-laws, Ray and Carol Spradling.

She is survived by her husband of 38 years, James...

Jan 28, 2020

Eugene Walter Stuchly, 73, of Granger, went to meet his Heavenly Father on Tuesday afternoon, January 28, 2020 at the VA Hospital in Temple.

Eugene was born on January 7, 1947, in Taylor, Texas. He is the son of the late Lad and Hattie Stuchly of Granger. Eugene graduated from Granger High School and soon after that...

Jan 26, 2020

On January 25th, following a lengthy illness, the Lord in His mercy released Elizabeth Ann Cowan from her pain and anguish.

She leaves behind her loving husband Bill, her sister Josie, children Tess, Pat, Deborah, David, Quint, and Shari, as well as caring sons and daughter-in-laws,  and precious grandchildren and great grandchildren.

At 87, Elizabeth...

Jan 26, 2020

Francisco (Frank) Lerma, Sr., age 79 of Taylor, Texas passed away on Sunday, January 26, 2020 in San Antonio, Texas after a brief illness.

Frank was born on September 29, 1940 to Carlota and Francisco Lerma. He married Hilda Torres on January 12, 1963. Frank was a graduate of William Adams High School in Alice, Texas. As...

Jan 25, 2020

Robert Mokry, 55, of Taylor, passed away on Saturday, January 25, 2020. He was born on October 15, 1964, to Andrew and Mary Ann Mokry. Robert graduated from Taylor High School as a member of the class of 1983. While in school, he played football, tennis, and track. His favorite teams were the Taylor Ducks and the Texas Aggies,...

Jan 21, 2020

Stephen Douglas Vorwerk, 64, of Manor passed away Tuesday, January 21, 2020.

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Jan 13, 2020

Dellois Carrin Becker Sefcik, 81, of Taylor went home to be with her Lord and Savior on Monday, January 13, 2020 after a daunting battle with dementia.

Dellois was born on September 23, 1938 in Thorndale, Texas to Alfred E. and Minnie (Moerbe) Becker. She graduated valedictorian of the class of 1956 from Thorndale High School. She...

Jan 9, 2020

Emilie Vrana, 93, of Taylor passed away peacefully at home on Thursday, January 9, 2020.

Emilie was born on May 30, 1926 to Joseph and Philomena (Krejci) Steffek. She married Frank Vrana on July 13, 1948 and they were blessed with six children. In her early years, Emilie worked at Taylor Bedding as a seamstress. Her hobbies...

Jan 5, 2020

Calvin Janak, Sr. was born and lived in Granger, Texas where he married Lillie Mae Kovar in 1950. They moved to College Station, Texas and while Calvin earned a degree in physical education from Texas A&M University, Lillie worked as a bookkeeper and secretary for the university. The couple also managed the university's outdoor movie theater and program sales...