Obituaries

Local Obituaries for Lampasas & Copperas Cove in Texas.

Patricia L. Owens

Patricia L. Owens

May 8, 2025

Patricia Louise Owens of Nix, passed from this life on May 8, 2025, at the age of 75.  She was born on July 20, 1949, in Bastrop, Texas to Dale Faught Sr. and Joyce Allen Faught.

Graveside services will be held at Nix Cemetery on Monday, May 12, 2025, at 11 am.

Patricia grew up in Houston and moved to Lampasas in...

Bill Burns

Bill Burns

May 6, 2025

William F. "Bill" Burns, 77, of Lampasas, passed away peacefully on May 6, 2025.

Graveside services will be held at the Central Texas State Veterans Cemetery in Killeen, TX, on Friday, May 16, 2025, at 9 am. 

Vicky Lynn Lewis

Vicky Lynn Lewis

May 5, 2025

Vicky Lynn Lewis, 63, of Marble Falls, TX, passed away on Monday, May 5, after battling cancer.  Vicky was born in 1961, in Bertram to Ward and Helen Ford of Marble Falls.  Her dad told his friends that "he had a new Ford".  They looked at his car and said "No you don't" He said: "yes, a BABY GIRL!"

Vicky grew...

Joe B. Carden

Joe B. Carden

May 5, 2025

Joe B. Carden, 81, of Lampasas, passed away on May 5, 2025.

Services will be held at Sneed-Carnley Funeral Chapel in Lampasas on Wednesday, May 14, at 11 am with visitation an hour prior.  Burial will follow at Long Cove Cemetery in Lometa, TX. 

The family is currently composing the obituary. 

Bucky Clarkston

Bucky Clarkston

May 5, 2025

Robert L. Clarkston Jr., lovingly known as "Bucky", passed away peacefully in his home on May 5, 2025, surrounded by his family at 74 years of age.

Bucky was born on March 23, 1951, in Lampasas, Texas, and called the Lone Star State and Lampasas home his entire life.  A devoted husband, father, and friend, Bucky was married to the love...

Pauline R. Bamburg

Pauline R. Bamburg

Apr 29, 2025

The sun rose on July 29,1934 for Pauline Mullins.  On May 29,1953 she married the love of her life, Fred Bamburg. And just like her birth, the sun was rising when Pauline Mullins Bamburg died on April 29, 2025, with Fred by her side.

Pauline was an active and energetic lady who always put her family first. She was "Mom" to...

David Sawyer

David Sawyer

Apr 29, 2025

David Sawyer, 56, of Lampasas, passed away in San Antonio, TX, on April 29, 2025.

A Rosary will be recited on Sunday, May 4, 2025, at 6 pm, with visitation to follow until 7:30 pm.  Graveside services will be held at Oak Hill Cemetery on Monday, May 5, 2025, at 10 am.

David was born in Lampasas on August 26, 1968, to...

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,...

Diane Martinez

Diane Martinez

Apr 23, 2025

Diane Martinez, affectionately known as "Nana" or "GG," peacefully passed away on April 23, 2025, in Killeen, Texas. Born on June 24, 1945, in Conway, Arkansas, Diane's life was marked by her unwavering dedication to her family, her faith, and her vibrant spirit that touched the lives of all who knew her.

Diane was a true embodiment of kindness, known for...

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,...

Rosemarie Mehlmann

Rosemarie Mehlmann

Apr 7, 2025

Rosemarie Mehlmann, born on November 12, 1948, in Winnipeg, Canada, passed away peacefully on April 7, 2025, in Copperas Cove, Texas. A devoted mother, loving sister, and cherished grandmother, Rosemarie touched the lives of many with her warmth and kindness.

She was the beloved daughter of Philip and Alice Belanger, who have preceded her in death. Rosemarie's journey through life was...