Taylor, TX Obituaries

May 25, 2018

Mr. Manuel Alejandro Martinez, age 16, of Elgin passed away on May 25, 2018. Visitation will be held on Wednesday, May 30, 2018 from 6:00-8:00 P.M. with a rosary recited at 7:00 P.M. at Providence Funeral Home Chapel in Taylor.  A mass of Christian Celebration will be held on Thursday, May 31, 2018 at 1:00 P.M. at Our Lady...

May 25, 2018

Stanley John Zamorsky, 62, passed away unexpectedly Friday, May 25, 2018.  He was born January 6, 1956 in Taylor, Texas to Joseph Raymond and Albina Frances (Gorubec) Zamorsky.

“Stan the Man” never met a stranger.  He was known for his sense of humor and larger than life personality.  He loved his Family, sports (especially hardball) and documenting...

May 23, 2018

Billie Von Nell Drews, 87 years of age, passed from her earthly life on May 23 rd , 2018 at Falcon Ridge Rehabilitation surrounded by her family.  Billie was born on July 11, 1930 in San Saba, Texas and attended schools in the San Saba school district.

She was preceded in death by her mother Bess V....

May 20, 2018

Urvano (Sodie) Perez went to be with our heavenly Father on May 20, 2018. Born on May 25, 1936 in Bartlett, Texas where he grew up with his two brothers working on the family farm. Urvano began his career at Ralph Wilson Plastics but soon found his passion for barbeque. He owned Bartlett Meat Locker, Centennial Hall and Perez...

May 17, 2018

Rita Ann Ziaja (nee Layendecker) passed away peacefully at her home in Hutto, Texas, on May 17, 2018, at the age of 91. Rita was born February 15, 1927, in Springfield, Illinois, to Frank and Catherine (Desch) Layendecker. She graduated valedictorian from Sacred Heart Academy in Springfield in 1945. After working for a short time at the...

May 15, 2018

Lile Stanley Matthews

Lile Stanley Matthews (known to everyone as Stan) 78, of Hutto , TX passed away on Tuesday, May 15, 2018. Stan was born in Antlers, Oklahoma on March 12, 1940 to Welton Marvin and Milla Mae Matthews .

Stan attended h igh s chool in Freeport , Texas where he met...

May 10, 2018

Mr. Morris "Beaver" Andrew Armstrong, age 65 of Taylor passed away on Thursday, May 10, 2018.  Visitation will be held on Friday, May 18, 2018 from 6:00-8:00 P.M. at Providence Funeral Home.  Celebration of life services will be held on Saturday, May 19, 2018 at 2:00 P.M. at Zion Chapel Missionary Baptist Church.  Burial will follow in Taylor City...

May 8, 2018

Eric Chase Carpenter passed away Tuesday, May 8 th . He was born October 2, 1976 in Taylor, TX to Gary Carpenter and Pam Williams. He attended school in Georgetown and graduated in 1995 from Granger.

In September 2009, he married Roxie Carpenter. They enjoyed hosting family and friends get-togethers. His favorite hobbies were fishing, hunting, watching...

May 7, 2018

Amelia Nira Campos (known to everyone as Wella) 95, of Taylor, TX, passed away peacefully on Monday, May 7, 2018.

Born July 12, 1922 in Hondo, TX, she was the daughter of the late Agapito and Teresa Nira.

She married her loving husband, the late Ramon Campos, on March 7, 1943.

She was...

May 6, 2018

Jackie Lee Burton, 83, passed away at his home on Sunday, May 6, 2018 in Thrall, Texas.  He was born in Thomas, New Mexico on July 1, 1935 to Leo Burton and Dorothy Burton.

Jack was raised in San Jon, New Mexico and graduated high school at San Jon High School.

Jack worked for several...

May 6, 2018

Leland Kenneth Kruse, 88, peacefully passed away surrounded by his family at his home on Sunday, May 6, 2018 in Taylor, Texas.  He was born in Coupland, Texas on September 25, 1929 to Erna Christine Etzel Kruse and Gustav Wenzel Kruse.

Leland was baptized on March 16, 1930 and confirmed on April 18, 1943 in St. Peter’s...

May 5, 2018

Milton Hart Blomquist, known as Whistling Pete the Postman, a lifelong resident of Taylor, passed away in the early morning hours of May 5, 2018 at the age of 95. He is survived by his two sons, David (Cynthia) Blomquist of Granger, Larry (Penny) Blomquist of Phoenix, AZ, and his daughter, Lydia (Jim) Brogan of Taylor, grandchildren Rebecca Short (Matt)...

Apr 30, 2018

Lillian M. Teaff Preuss

Lillian Preuss passed away Monday, April 30, 2018 at the age of 96 in Rockdale, Texas.

Lillian spent the majority of her life in Taylor, Texas where she was born, went to school, and worked at Johns Clinic and hospital for 30 years.

She enjoyed travelling, especially...

Apr 30, 2018

Dennis Leon Garcia “Dino”, age 50, of Taylor, Texas came to rest on April 30, 2018. He was born on July 19, 1967 in Taylor, Texas.

Dino began his primary education in the Thrall ISD District, as a Thrall Tiger, and graduated from Thrall High School in 1985. He was dedicated to the tiger pride as he...

Apr 29, 2018

Betty Lou Bunch Banks, age 89 of Taylor passed away, Sunday, April 29, 2018.

She was born October 17, 1928 in Waxahachie, Texas to Hattie Lou & John Bunch.

Betty married Billy Banks on January 1, 1946. She has been a resident of Taylor since 1958.  Together Betty and Billy owned and operated B&M Tractor...

Apr 29, 2018

Elton King Malish passed away on Sunday, April 29, 2018 in Round Rock, Texas surrounded by his family.  He was born on March 4, 1939 in Taylor, Texas to Gilbert Joe Malish and Ruby Lee Leshikar.

He was proceeded in death by his parents; brothers, Edmond and Gilbert Malish; infant son, Elton Kris Malish; and his cousin,...

Apr 29, 2018

DEACON LEON D. NICKERSON, “COACH NICK”, OF TAYLOR, TEXAS, PASSED PEACEFULLY, AT HIS HOME ON SUNDAY, APRIL 29TH, AT THE AGE OF 84.

BORN TO CARRIE B. (CHEATHAM) AND OLLIE G. NICKERSON IN ROBSTOWN TEXAS, THE FAMILY SOON RELOCATED TO CORPUS CHRISTI, WHERE HE ATTENDED SOLOMON COLE HIGH SCHOOL AND BEGAN FUFILLING HIS DESTINY AS ONE OF...

Apr 29, 2018

Moses P. Espinoza

September 4, 1922 – April 29, 2018

Moses P. Espinoza, 95 of Taylor, passed away Sunday, April 29, 2018 in Temple, TX. Moses was born September 4, 1922 to Pablo and Margarita Espinoza in Bastrop, TX.

Moses enlisted and was a World War II veteran, serving...

Apr 28, 2018

Mrs. Willie Mae Williams was born July 28, 1922 in Taylor, TX to Massie and Robert Anderson.  She was the 9 th of twelve children and the last of her siblings to go home to be with The Lord.  She attended Blackshear School in Taylor.  She was a lifelong member of The Free Church of God In Christ Jesus...

Apr 27, 2018

Elias Alderete passed away unexpectedly April 27, 2018 at Seton Medical Center Williamson in Round Rock, Tx . He was born February 1, 1950 in Taylor, Tx to Antonio and Carlota Alderete. On November 4, 1967 he married Amelia Elizondo and to that union they were blessed with 5 children. He was the pastor at Christo de Galilea in...