Obituaries

Local Obituaries for Lampasas & Copperas Cove in Texas.

William (Bill) L. Crawford

William (Bill) L. Crawford

May 11, 2025

William Lee (Bill) Crawford of Lampasas passed away early Sunday morning, May 11.  He would have been 94 on September 4.

Services will be held at Lampasas Methodist Church on Wednesday, May 14, 2025, at 4:30 pm.

Bill Crawford was born in Zavala County, Texas, in 1931, the youngest of four children born to Thomas Patterson Crawford and Annie (Korenek) Crawford.  The...

Jack Darrell Linder

Jack Darrell Linder

May 11, 2025

Jack Darrell Linder passed away peacefully in his home on May 11, 2025, surrounded by his family at 81 years of age.

Jack was born on August 14, 1943, in Kenedy, Texas.  A proud Kenedy Lion and devoted husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and friend, Jack was married to the love of his life, Linda, for 61 wonderful years.  Together, they built...

Jason Norton

Jason Norton

May 10, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Jason Reid Norton. Born on January 23, 1974, in Killeen, Texas, Jason's journey through life ended too soon at the age of 51 on May 10, 2025, in Kempner, Tx.

Jason was a beloved son, father, grandfather, brother, and friend. To his daughter, he was known as "Dad", always offering...

Charlie Campbell

Charlie Campbell

May 9, 2025

Charlie Campbell, 73, passed away on May 9, 2025, at his home in Kempner, TX.

Graveside services will be held at Rock Church Cemetery in Rumley on Friday, May 16, 2025, at 2 pm.

Charlie was born on November 26, 1951 in Gatesville, TX to Daymond and Wilma Campbell.  He grew up in Lampasas and graduated from Lampasas High School in 1970....

Sharon Sue (Grazier) Rimel

Sharon Sue (Grazier) Rimel

May 9, 2025

It was with sadness we announced the passing of Sharon Sue (Grazier) Rimel on this day, May 9, 2025, in Lampasas, TX.

As as child, Sharon turned heads on High Street in Jefferson City - not because she was causing trouble, but because she was proudly walking her duck. Yes, a duck.  On a ribbon leash, no less.  It was the...

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. 

James Dwayne Sawyer

James Dwayne Sawyer

May 5, 2025

James Dwayne Sawyer, age 60, of Lampasas, TX, went to his eternal home in Heaven on May 5, 2025, after an extended illness.

Dwayne was a custodian and groundskeeper for Lampasas Independent School District.  He loved attending Church of the Hills in Lometa, TX.  Dwayne had many hobbies, including target shooting, Harley Davidson Motorcycles, and working on cars, to name a...

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 Bob Carden, 81, passed away on May 5, 2025, at Clear Sky Rehabilitation Hospital in Harker Heights, TX.  He was born on June 26, 1943, in Mineral Wells, TX and adopted by Faye Estelle Carden.

Funeral services will be held at Sneed-Carnley Funeral Chapel, 201 E. 3rd St, Lampasas, TX, at 11 am on Wednesday, May 14, 2025, with visitation...

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 Owen Noel passed peacefully on April 21, 2025, at his home.  He was born on August 22, 1936, to Walter and Dorothy (Holmes) Noel.  

Memorial services will be held at Sneed-Carnley Funeral Chapel in Lampasas on Friday, June 20, 2025, at 11 am.  Family and friends are invited to a casual celebration of life at Fiesta Winery following the...

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,...