Taylor, TX Obituaries

Feb 16, 2024

Cory Alan Tillotson, 49, of Taylor TX, passed away at his home, surrounded by family on February 16th, 2024. He had suffered from severe colon cancer that had metastasized to his liver.

Cory was born March 11, 1974, in Urbana IL to Rex Tillotson of Midland TX and Cindy Cottle(Jim) of Taylor TX. He married Michelle Sweeney...

Feb 14, 2024

Kenneth Alan Bishop, of Taylor, Texas, passed away on February 14, 2024.

Full obituary pending.

Feb 14, 2024

Marvin was born on November 7th, 1947, to Albin E. Machu and Vlasta Kovar Machu.  He was called to his heavenly home on February 14th, 2024 at the age of 76, surrounded by his loving family at his home of 50 years in Thorndale, TX.

Marvin was one of nine children. He grew up in Granger, Texas...

Feb 13, 2024

With profound sorrow, we announce the passing of Roy Gamez, who departed from this life on February 13, 2024, in Temple, Texas, at the age of 56. Roy was born on March 9, 1967, in Taylor, Texas, to his beloved parents, Paul and Connie Gamez. On December 23, 1994, he united in marriage with his devoted wife, Wanda Gamez....

Feb 10, 2024

Donny Ray Heine, born on December 21, 1939, to Richard and Zanie Heine, peacefully passed away on Saturday, February 10, 2024, at the age of 84, with his devoted wife, Virginia by his side. Donny was a lifelong farmer and rancher, known for his unwavering work ethic, ingenuity, and commitment to excellence.

Throughout his life, Donny‘s resourcefulness...

Feb 9, 2024

Joe was born on October 08, 1948, in Taylor, Texas to Lucas and Meme Alderete of Taylor, Texas. If you ever had the privilege to meet Joe, then you knew that this man was full of life, love, strength, and stories. Joe is best known for his crazy sense of humor, it was almost certain that when around him,...

Feb 7, 2024

Jack Terry Lee Jr, 82, was born in Beaumont, Texas, to the late Jack Terry Lee Sr and Mary Lee Andrus, on August 4th, 1941.  Jack grew up in Beaumont and graduated from Hebert High School in 1959. He joined the Army where he served faithfully until he was honorably discharged in 1968. After working for Zumo’s Meat Company...

Jan 29, 2024

Cary was born on January 14, 1954, in Taylor, to his parents, Zigmund and Agnes Prikryl, and he grew up on the farm.  He attended St. Mary's Elementary School and graduated from Taylor High School in 1972.  During high school, he worked at Raesz's Grocery and HEB.

After high school, Cary worked at Taylor Builders Supply for...

Jan 25, 2024

Sharon Christine (Anderson) Taylor of Granger, TX, passed away on January 25, 2024, at the age of 70.

Sharon was born on June 2, 1953, to Enoch and Zella Anderson in Austin, TX. She graduated from Georgetown High School in 1971, where she attended school from the 1st grade. She married the love of her life, Ronald...

Jan 22, 2024

Martha Joyce Kovar went to be with her Heavenly Father on January 22, 2024, at the age of 72 in Thorndale, TX.  Martha was born on February 7, 1951, in Houston, TX to Willard and Ophelia Rodgers. Martha was raised in Houston and moved to Thorndale in 1975 where she and her husband, Johnny Kovar, raised their family.  Martha...

Jan 21, 2024

Walter J. Miller, 92, of Taylor, went to be with his Heavenly Father on Sunday, January 21, 2024.

He was born on February 14, 1931 in Alice, Texas to Walter and Erna (Frosch) Miller.  He grew up on a farm with his younger brother and sister.  He graduated from William Adams High School in Alice in 1948...

Jan 19, 2024

Rosa Carreon Salyer entered this world on December 28, 1934, in San Antonio, Texas, as the daughter of Minnie and Castulo Carreon. Her life was shaped by her independent spirit and her enduring strength, and it concluded peacefully on January 19, 2024, at the age of 89 in Taylor, Texas. In these final moments she was at her daughter’s...

Jan 17, 2024

Ryan Thomas Gibson, beloved husband, father, son and friend, passed away on January 17, 2024 at the age of 46.

Born on May 12, 1977 in Salem, Oregon, Ryan attended Beaverton High School, graduating in 1995. He went on to pursue his passion for electrical engineering, earning a Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering from Portland State...

Jan 16, 2024

Adan Bautista Ascanio was born February 2, 1977 and passed January 16, 2024.  He was a beloved husband, father, brother, and uncle.  Adan lived a simple and happy life, playing golf and being together with friends and family.

Those left to honor and cherish his memory include his devoted wife, Irma Casarez; his loving children Amerie Casarez...

Jan 12, 2024

Eldee Hengst, of Thorndale, Texas, went to be with his Heavenly Father on Friday, January 12th, 2024, at the age of 92.

Eldee was born on August 31, 1931, to his parents, Alma (Niemtschk) and Oscar Hengst, and grew up surrounded by the love of three older brothers, two older sisters, and one younger sister. He earned...

Jan 10, 2024

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of a beloved son, brother, husband, father, and grandfather, Kenneth Leon Jirasek. Born on September 28, 1948, Kenneth's 75-year journey on this earth touched the lives of all who were fortunate enough to know him. He departed this world on January 10, 2024, leaving behind a legacy of love...

Jan 2, 2024

Nancy Scott of Granger, Texas, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on Tuesday, January 2, 2024.

Nancy was born on July 18, 1928, in San Antonio, Texas to Ralph and Blanche Gardner.  Nancy was raised in San Antonio and graduated from Thomas Jefferson High school in 1946 where she was the Captain of the Lasso Drill...

Jan 2, 2024

Gary Wayne Eiben, 76, of Taylor, Texas, passed away on Tuesday, January 2, 2024, at Ascension Seton Williamson Hospital in Round Rock, Texas.

Gary was born on September 3, 1947, in San Antonio, Texas to Reinhold and Nelda (Bachmeyer) Woelfel. He grew up with two younger brothers. When their mother married Paul Eiben, he adopted the boys...

Dec 31, 2023

Ruby Caroline Schwab Unnasch, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend (98) passed away December 31, 2023, in Taylor, TX.  Ruby was born October 17, 1925, to Herman and Selma Niemtschk Schwab in Milam County, TX.  Ruby was the seventh child born to Selma.  She was baptized at St. Paul Lutheran Church in Thorndale on November 15, 1925 and...

Dec 30, 2023

Marie Mendeke was born in Corpus Christi on May 23, 1937 to the late Martha Michalik Ladewig and Erwin Ladewig. She graduated from Taylor High School and later married Norman Mendeke on November 8,1958 and recently celebrated d65 years of marriage.

Marie was employed by the Texas Department of State Health Services for 40 years and retired...