Obituaries

Local Obituaries for Lampasas & Copperas Cove in Texas.

Ramona Jane Saunders

Ramona Jane Saunders

Apr 26, 2025

Ramona Jane Saunders, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and sister, passed away peacefully on April 26, 2025, in Copperas Cove, Texas, after a long illness. She was born on February 26, 1948, in Fresno, California, and her spirit touched the lives of many who knew her.

Residing in Copperas Cove, Texas, Ramona cherished her time spent with her husband, Harold. Together,...

Bob Noel

Bob Noel

Apr 21, 2025

Robert "Bob" Noel, 88, passed away on April 21, 2025, at his home in Lampasas.

Memorial services will be held at Sneed-Carnley Funeral Chapel in Lampasas on Friday, June 20, 2025, at 3 pm.  A Celebration of Life Reception will immediately follow at the ranch.

The family is currently composing the obituary. 

John "Jack" Wiley McCarthy, Jr.

John "Jack" Wiley McCarthy, Jr.

Apr 20, 2025

John "Jack" Wiley McCarthy Jr., 75, went home to be with the Lord on Easter Sunday, April 20, 2025, in Austin, Texas.  He was born on August 26, 1949, in San Francisco, California, to John and Estelle McCarthy.

Jack, as he was affectionately known, was a light in the lives of all who had the privilege of knowing him.  He will...

Samuel Kelvie Stamper

Samuel Kelvie Stamper

Apr 20, 2025

Samuel Stamper, a devoted husband, father, and proud military veteran, passed away peacefully at home in Copperas Cove, TX, on April 20, 2025, at the age of 84. Born on March 21, 1941, in Kirbyville, KY, Samuel led a life characterized by his unwavering commitment to family, service, and community.

Samuel proudly served 22 years in the United States Army, where...

Lee Carson

Lee Carson

Apr 17, 2025

Lee Carson, 60, passed away on April 17, 2025, doing what he loved, which was ranching.  He was born on January 29, 1965, in Temple, Texas to T.R. and Novella (Shugart) Carson.

Visitation will be held at Sneed-Carnley Funeral Chapel in Lampasas on Friday, April 25, from 6 pm to 8 pm.  Services will be at Sneed-Carnley Funeral Chapel in Lampasas...

Julieann Mazak-Blomberg

Julieann Mazak-Blomberg

Apr 15, 2025

Julieann "Julie" Mazak-Blomberg, 46, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, April 15, 2025, surrounded by her loving family in Temple, Texas.

Born on April 20, 1978, in Camden, New Jersey, Julie was raised in Shamokin, Pennsylvania. She graduated from Shamokin High School in 1996, where she was a proud member of the Rotary Club and the National Honor Society. A gifted athlete,...

Julian Sambrano Rios

Julian Sambrano Rios

Apr 13, 2025

Julian Sambrano Rios, 90, of Lometa, formerly of Pearsall, passed away on April 13, 2025.

Julian's wishes were to be cremated.  There will be a memorial visitation held at Sneed-Carnley Funeral Chapel in Lampasas on Saturday, May 3, 2025, from 3 pm to 5 pm.

Julian was born on September 15, 1934, in Hindes, TX, to Julian and Guadalupe (Sambrano) Rios.  He...

James Clifford Rogers

James Clifford Rogers

Apr 12, 2025

Ret. CSM James Clifford "Roy" Rogers, age 83, passed away on April 12, 2025, in Kempner, Texas. Born on February 3, 1942, in Van Buren, Arkansas, James lived a life marked by devotion—to his country, his faith, and most of all, his family.

James began his distinguished military career in March of 1959 at the age of 17 when he enlisted...

Steve Newkirk

Steve Newkirk

Apr 11, 2025

Steven Bryce Newkirk passed away on April 11, 2025, at his home.  He was born on July 9, 1972, in El Paso, TX, to Dale and Gayle Clemons Newkirk.

Visitation will be held at Sneed-Carnley Funeral Chapel in Lampasas on Thursday, April 17, 2025, from 5 pm to 7 pm.  Services will be held at San Saba's First Baptist Church on...

Marion A. Snell

Marion A. Snell

Apr 10, 2025

Marion Alexander Snell, age 84, passed away peacefully at his home on Sulphur Creek in Lampasas, TX on April 10, 2025 surrounded by his family.  He was born on May 26, 1940 in San Angelo, TX to Casbeer Snell and Margaret Josephine Alexander Snell.

He graduated from Lampasas High School, class of 1958 and then moved to Lubbock, TX where he...

Jo Ann Hall

Jo Ann Hall

Apr 9, 2025

Ruth Jo Ann Hall, aged 90, passed away peacefully on April 9, 2025, in Lampasas, Texas, surrounded by her loving family.  She was born on June 30, 1934, at her family's home in Kerrville, Texas. She was the cherished daughter of James "Neal" Cornelius Ray and Rosa Carolina Marquis.

Growing up in a lively household with four brothers and two sisters,...

Goodluck Pelebo

Goodluck Pelebo

Apr 4, 2025

Goodluck Pelebo, a cherished husband, father, and devoted servant of the Lord, passed away peacefully on April 4, 2025, in Copperas Cove, Texas. Born on January 2, 1948, in Nigeria, Goodluck led a life steeped in faith, compassion, and an unwavering commitment to his community.

Goodluck dedicated many years to his career, operating and owning Trinity of Home Health Care Services...

Bobby Vance

Bobby Vance

Apr 3, 2025

Robert Roush Vance "Bobby", 83, passed away on April 3, 2025, at his home near Oakalla, Texas.  He was born on July 25, 1941, in Refugio, TX, to John and Gertrude (White) Vance.

Funeral services will be held at Sneed-Carnley Funeral Chapel, 201 E. Third St., Lampasas, TX, at 2 pm on Saturday, April 12, 2025.  Visitation will be held an...

George Moore

George Moore

Apr 1, 2025

George Moore, a beloved father, brother, and friend, passed away peacefully in Burnet, Texas, on April 1, 2025, at the age of 71. Born on May 31, 1953, in Big Spring, Texas, George devoted his life to serving his country and supporting his family.

After joining the United States Air Force at the young age of 17, George completed his basic...

Virginia Gail Callahan

Virginia Gail Callahan

Apr 1, 2025

Virginia Gail Callahan, age 94, was born on May 22, 1930, near the old suspension bridge at Bend, Lampasas County, TX, the oldest child of Sherman Means and Virga Hope (Baxter) Millican.  She departed this life on April 1, 2025, in Lampasas, TX.

Gail started school at Bend and then graduated from San Saba High School in 1946.  She then enrolled...

Cody Ray Bocanegra

Cody Ray Bocanegra

Apr 1, 2025

Cody Ray Bocanegra, 34, passed away on April 1, 2025, at Advent Health Central Texas Hospital in Killeen, TX.  He was born on October 24, 1990, in Austin, TX, to Ray and Kay (Turner) Bocanegra.

Visitation will be held at Sneed-Carnley Funeral Chapel Lampasas on Monday, April 7, 2025, from 6 pm to 8 pm.  Services will be held at Community...

Diane Haralson Richey

Diane Haralson Richey

Mar 29, 2025

Diane Richey entered her heavenly home on Saturday, March 29, 2025.  Diane was born on January 25, 1955, in Vandalia, Illinois to John and Dorothy Horsley.

A memorial service will be held at Faith Lutheran Church, Lampasas, Texas, on Saturday, April 5, at 11:00 a.m. with Pastor Tim Ochsner officiating.  A private interment will follow at Oak Hill Cemetery.

Diane grew up...

Timothy Alan King

Timothy Alan King

Mar 28, 2025

Timothy Alan King, 68, passed away on March 28, 2025, in Lampasas, Texas.  He was born on February 5, 1957, in Bellville, Texas, to T. Irving King Jr. and Margie Whitman King.

Graveside services will be held at Pleasant Valley Cemetery on HWY 1431 East in Marble Falls, Texas, on Sunday, April 6, 2025, at 4:00 p.m. Visitation will be held...

Jimmie Ray Prince, Sr.

Jimmie Ray Prince, Sr.

Mar 28, 2025

Jimmie Ray Prince, Sr., 84, of Lampasas, passed away at his home in Lampasas on March 28, 2025.

Visitation will be held at Sneed-Carnley Funeral Chapel on Friday, April 4, 2025, from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. Graveside services will be at Kempner Cemetery on Saturday, April 5, 2025, at 10 a.m.

Jimmie was born on December 22, 1940, in Balch, Arkansas,...

Doug Faught

Doug Faught

Mar 24, 2025

With deep sorrow, we announce the passing of Douglas Faught, who left us on March 24, 2025, at 84 years old.  Doug was born June 1, 1940, in Nix, Texas, to Floyd and Ethel Faught.

During his childhood, Doug enjoyed fishing and playing ball with his siblings.  He started working at Storm's in Lampasas in 1956, at 16 years old, and...