Obituaries

Local Obituaries for Lampasas & Copperas Cove in Texas.

Christopher Scott Harris

Christopher Scott Harris

May 19, 2025

Christopher Scott Harris, a devoted husband, father, and friend, left this world on May 19, 2025, in Waco, Texas, at the age of 51. Born on September 8, 1973, Chris's vibrant spirit touched the lives of many.

After attending Copperas Cove High School, Chris began his journey on Fort Hood, where he discovered his true calling. Chris dedicated over 30 years...

Dolores Gamboa Reyes

Dolores Gamboa Reyes

May 18, 2025

Dolores Gamboa Reyes, affectionately known as "Lole," departed this world on May 18, 2025, in Killeen, Texas, at the age of 66. Born on December 1, 1958, in Merizo, Guam, Dolores lived a life that was deeply intertwined with her family, and friends.

Dolores was the daughter of Vicente and Juana Gamboa, her maternal grandparents, Gregorio and Maria Manalisay, as well...

Ricky Becker

Ricky Becker

May 17, 2025

Ricky Lynn Becker, born on February 3, 1951, in the heart of Idaho Falls, Idaho, left this world on May 17, 2025, enveloped in the warmth of love and surrounded by family and friends at his cherished home. It is here where the stories of his life unfolded, as vibrant and complex as the man himself.

For two decades, Rick served...

Joan Beverly Hopson

Joan Beverly Hopson

May 16, 2025

Joan Beverly Hopson, 87, passed away peacefully on May 16, 2025.

Memorial services will be held at Sneed-Carnley Funeral Chapel in Lampasas on Saturday, May 31, 2025, at 11 am.

Joan was born on September 24, 1937, in Zion, IL, to Orville and Dorothy (Hoyt) Archibald.  She spent most of her career working with the Killeen Independent School District in the cafeteria...

Doris Marie House

Doris Marie House

May 12, 2025

Doris Marie House, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away peacefully on May 12, 2025, in Temple, Texas, at the age of 84.

Born on July 10, 1940, in Jackson, Michigan, Doris lived a full and beautiful life defined by love, laughter, and unwavering devotion to her family and faith. She was the heart of her family — a...

Dean Martin

Dean Martin

May 12, 2025

Myles Dean Martin, 79, passed away on May 12, 2025, in Lampasas, TX.  He was born on April 4, 1946, in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, to Eldon and Marie (Smith) Martin.

A memorial service will be held at New Covenant Church, 1604 Central Texas Expressway, Lampasas, TX, at 2:00 pm on Saturday, May 24, 2025.

Dean grew up in Yukon, Oklahoma. He graduated...

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...

Mary Frances MacConnell Ferry

Mary Frances MacConnell Ferry

May 3, 2025

Mary Frances MacConnell Ferry died on May 3, 2025, at the age of 81.  Mary lived most of her adult life in New Orleans and Metairie, LA.  She was born on October 29, 1943, in Leesburg, Florida, and lived in Key West, New Orleans, Great Inagua Island, British Bahamas, Georgia, Alabama, Peekskill, NY, Pittsburgh, Metairie, and Lampasas.

Mary attended elementary schools...

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...