Obituaries

Local Obituaries for Lampasas & Copperas Cove in Texas.

Lynn Calvin Cox

Lynn Calvin Cox

Sep 6, 2026

Lynn Calvin Cox, age 90, passed peacefully on September 6, 2026. After a life well lived, surrounded by the love of his family, Lynn made it known to those around him that he was “ready to go home.”

Lynn was born on October 26, 1935, in a farmhouse in Cross Plains, Texas, the youngest son of John Calvin and Florence Evelyn...

Tamson "Tammy" Marie Shaffer

Tamson "Tammy" Marie Shaffer

Sep 2, 2026

Tamson "Tammy" Marie Shaffer passed away on September 2, 2026, at the age of 71.

Tammy was born on October 5, 1954, to Dwight Kline Jr. and Barbara Kline in Martinsville, Indiana.  She built a life centered around the people she loved most - her family.

Tammy married her husband, Robert Shaffer, on November 1, 2002.  Together they shared more than 23...

Mitzie Michelle Kirby

Mitzie Michelle Kirby

Sep 1, 2026

Mitzie Michelle Kirby, 57, of Kempner, passed away on September 1, 2026.

Services are pending.

Mitzie was born on September 5, 1968.  She was preceded in death by her father, Johnny Litton.

She is survived by her children, Colton Kirby and fiancé Morgan and Shelbi Cloud; her mother, Geneva Litton and her brother Wesley Litton. 

Larry Don Springer, Sr.

Larry Don Springer, Sr.

Aug 27, 2026

Larry Don Springer, Sr., 84, of Lampasas, passed away on August 27, 2026.

Services will be private.

Larry mostly worked as a trucker and a ranch hand, a job he thoroughly enjoyed.  Larry was preceded in death by his parents, Rennie Alvin Springer and Jessie Vada (Jones) Springer.

He is survived by a son and several close friends. 

Jack Wayne Gilliland

Jack Wayne Gilliland

Aug 21, 2026

Jack Wayne Gilliland, 76, of Lampasas, passed away on August 21, 2026.  He was born in Roswell, New Mexico, on October 31, 1949, to B.F. Gilliland and Vera Margaret (Blackwell) Gilliland.

Services will be held at First Baptist Church in Lampasas on Thursday, August 27, at 11 am with visitation an hour prior.  Graveside services will be on Friday, August 28,...

Lawrence Loy "Lloyd" Arms

Lawrence Loy "Lloyd" Arms

Aug 18, 2026

Lawrence Loy Arms passed away at Advent Health Central Texas in Killeen on August 18, 2026.  Lloyd was born in Lampasas, Texas, on May 28, 1954, to J.D. and Vastine (Lynch) Arms.

A memorial service will be held at Lampasas Community Church on Saturday, August 29, 2026, at 2 pm.

Lloyd was raised mostly in Lampasas, but traveled extensively due to his...

James Sharon Quigley

James Sharon Quigley

Aug 14, 2026

James Sharon Quigley, fondly known to many as “Quince,” passed away peacefully at home in Killeen, Texas, on August 14, 2026, surrounded by family and loved ones. Born on December 13, 1942, in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, James’s rich life spanned eighty-three remarkable years shaped by dedication to family, friends, and community.

James was the beloved son of the late Elizabeth McGough and...

Monica Jane Hayden

Monica Jane Hayden

Aug 11, 2026

Monica Jane Hayden, born on April 1, 1959, departed this life on August 11, 2026, leaving behind a legacy treasured by those who knew and loved her. Monica was a devoted wife, loving mother, cherished grandmother, and loyal sister whose presence will be deeply missed.

Throughout her life, Monica embodied warmth, strength, and kindness. She shared a life of partnership and...

Donna Linette Beal-Stubbs

Donna Linette Beal-Stubbs

Aug 11, 2026

Donna Linette Beal-Stubbs, age 71, passed away on August 11, 2026, at the Lampasas Assisted Living following a long battle with Parkinson's Disease.

Linette was born in Austin, Texas, on September 17, 1954, to Worth Beal and Francis Moore Beal.  She graduated from Austin High School in 1973, where she was named Homecoming Queen in 1972.  After graduation, she worked for...

Robert Alexander Behlau

Robert Alexander Behlau

Aug 9, 2026

Robert Alexander "Bob" Behlau, age 70, passed away on August 9, 2026, in Lampasas, Texas.  He was born on March 6, 1956, in San Antonio, to Walter George "Joe" Behlau and Bobbye Alexander Behlau.

Graveside Services will be held at the Davis Family Cemetery, located near Briggs and Rocky Creek, on Saturday, August 22, at 11:00 a.m.

Robert grew up in San...

Max Berry

Max Berry

Aug 6, 2026

Max DeWayne Berry, 87, passed away on August 6, 2026, at his home in Abilene, Texas.  He was born on May 6, 1939, in Lampasas, TX, to Frank and Julia (Smith) Berry.

Visitation will be held at Sneed-Carnley Funeral Chapel in Lampasas on Wednesday, August 12, from 6 pm to 8 pm.  Services will be on Thursday, August 13, 4 pm...

Dr. John Thomas Berg

Dr. John Thomas Berg

Aug 5, 2026

Dr. John Thomas Berg, a man whose life was marked by dedication, intellect, and compassion, passed away on August 5, 2026, at the age of 79. Born on March 19, 1947, Dr. Berg spent his years in service to others through multiple distinguished roles and formed a legacy that will be cherished and honored by those who knew him.

Throughout his...

Betty Jo (Cole) Goff

Betty Jo (Cole) Goff

Aug 2, 2026

Betty Jo (Cole) Goff, 88, passed away peacefully on August 2, 2026.

Visitation will be held at Sneed-Carnley Funeral Chapel in Lampasas on Wednesday, September 2, from 9 am to 10 am.  Graveside services will follow at 10 am at Oak Hill Cemetery in Lampasas.

Betty was born at Rollins Brook Hospital on February 9, 1938, to James "Clyde" Cole and Zelda...

Kathryn Elizabeth Lewis

Kathryn Elizabeth Lewis

Jul 31, 2026

Kathryn “Kathy” Elizabeth Lewis (née Varnado) passed away on July 31, 2026, at the age of 69. Born on September 19, 1956, Kathy was the oldest of four children to Jessie James and Anna Marie (née Schmid) Varnado. Kathy resided in Kempner, Texas with her husband of 54 years, Robert “Bob” Lewis. Together, Kathy and Bob raised three children while...

Wayne Lyndon Boultinghouse

Wayne Lyndon Boultinghouse

Jul 29, 2026

Wayne Lyndon Boultinghouse, 83, of Lampasas, passed away on July 29, 2026. Visitation will be held on Sunday evening August 2, 2026 from 5:30 to 7:30 at Sneed-Carnley Funeral Chapel. Services will be held at the First Street Church of Christ on August 3, beginning at 1:30 with burial following at the Smithwick Cemetery in Smithwick, TX outside of Marble...

Connie Ray Turner

Connie Ray Turner

Jul 28, 2026

Connie Ray Turner, 78, passed away on July 28, 2026, surrounded by family at home in Lampasas, Texas.  He was born on December 25, 1947, in San Saba, Texas to Daniel Turner and Mavis Brown.

Connie is preceded in death by his parents, 2 sisters and three brothers. 

Survivors include his loving wife, Mary Gauny Turner; his daughter, Ellie Stafford and husband...

Leonard E. Spivey

Leonard E. Spivey

Jul 28, 2026

Leonard Everett Spivey, 84, of Lampasas, passed away on July 28, 2026.

A Memorial Visitation will be held at Sneed-Carnley Funeral Chapel in Lampasas on Saturday, August 1, from 5 pm to 7 pm.

Leonard was born in Lampasas, TX on May 28, 1942, to Leonard William Spivey and Annette (Roberts) Spivey.  Leonard spent most of his career working for TXDOT and...

Tereseanna Renoud Cook

Tereseanna Renoud Cook

Jul 26, 2026

It is with heavy hearts and profound gratitude for her life, that we announce the passing of Tereseanna Cook, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend. Tereseanna passed away peacefully on July 26, 2026, in the comforting presence of her family. Born on May 8, 1968, in Oregon, she lived a life full of love, laughter, and generosity.Tereseanna strived to...

Blas Cisneros

Blas Cisneros

Jul 25, 2026

Blas Cisneros, 87, of Lampasas, passed away peacefully at his home on July 25, 2026. Blas was born on February 3, 1939, to Jesus and Julia Cisneros in Crystal City, Texas. At the age of three, his family moved to Lampasas, Texas, where he spent the remainder of his life. He was the third of six children.

On April 10, 1961,...

William "Frosty" Kemp

William "Frosty" Kemp

Jul 23, 2026

William "Frosty" Kemp, 72, passed away on July 23, 2026.  He was born on February 17, 1954, in Inglewood, CA.  Frosty lived his life exactly the way he wanted; with grit, determination, and a personality that could never be mistaken for anyone else's.

If you knew William, you probably knew him as "Frosty."  That's just about what everybody called him.  With...