Taylor, TX Obituaries

Jul 6, 2021

Stephanie Louisa Torres

Was born in Austin, Texas to Jose Armando Perez & Yolanda Perez on October 23, 1989

Stephanie attended Sanchez Elementary, Martin Middle School, & Travis High School.

Stephanie was preceded in death by her father Jose Armando Perez, her maternal grandparents Estefania & Lucas Carrillo. Her paternal grandparents Luz &...

Jul 4, 2021

With heavy hearts, the Cross-family regrets to announce the passing of their beloved Norman Lee Cross. His sharp wit, outrageous sense of humor, goofy personality, stubborn will, and tremendous love for his family will be greatly missed.

On February 5, 1960, Norman Joined the United States Marine Corps. He was assigned to Platoon 218 Second Recruit Battalion...

Jul 4, 2021

Jimmy was born in Austin, Texas, the third of six children of Ted and Margaret Duffy Aanstoos. Soon after his birth, the family relocated to Taylor, Texas, his mother’s hometown. While his career took him to other places, Taylor was always his home.

He loved being a Taylor Duck! A 1969 graduate of Taylor High School, who...

Jul 3, 2021

John Arthur Bigon Sr, 96, of Taylor went to be with his Heavenly Father on Saturday, July 3rd, 2021.  He passed away peacefully at Scott and White Hospital in Round Rock surrounded by his family.

John Arthur Bigon Sr. was born on August 31st, 1924 in Temple, Texas to John William and Annie (Zavodny) Bigon.  He grew...

Jun 26, 2021

Ynez Carolina Riojas, 51 of Austin, went to be with her heavenly Father on Saturday June 26, 2021.

Ynez was born on February 10, 1970 in Taylor, Texas to Frank & Yolanda Riojas.

She was a 1988 graduate of A.N. MacCallum High School in Austin, Texas and a homemaker while raising her two children. Ynez...

Jun 25, 2021

Zane Hyzak, 50, of Las Vegas went to be with her Heavenly Father on Friday, June 25, 2021. She passed away peacefully at her home surrounded by family after a strong and courageous battle with cancer.

Zane Channely Scruggs Hyzak was born on September 1, 1970 in Houston to Allen Scruggs and Pat Herzer Moseley. She grew...

Jun 22, 2021

Glen W. Whatley, Jr. (66) of Taylor, TX went to be with his heavenly father June 22, 2021, after a short battle with cancer. He passed at home surrounded by his wife Judy, all three daughters, and fur baby Della.

Glen was born January 17, 1955, to Glen W. Whatley, Sr. and Patsy...

Jun 22, 2021

Paul Zavala Jr., 90, of Taylor passed away Tuesday June 22, 2021.

He was born in Taylor, TX to Paul and Matilde Zavala on August 16, 1930.

Paul was a longtime painter and businessman. He loved raising horses, telling jokes and spending time with his family.

He married the love of his life...

Jun 21, 2021

Rose Mary Rivera, 61, of Pflugerville passed away peacefully at her home surrounded by family on Monday, June 21, 2021.

Rose Mary Rivera was born on July 10, 1959 in Taylor, Tx to Donald Matuke Sr. and Mary Martinez. She grew up with 5 younger siblings, and graduated from Taylor High School in 1978.

She...

Jun 18, 2021

Carmen Velasquez was born July 16, 1966 in Taylor, Texas. Raised in Taylor, she was the youngest of 8 children. She spent much of her life here, forming life-long relationships. Carmen entered her heavenly home June 18, 2021 at the age of 54.

Carmen is preceded in death by her brother Sergio Velasquez, and parents; Guadalupe Velasquez...

Jun 17, 2021

Emil Albert Bachmeyer, 88, of Taylor departed for his heavenly home on Thursday, June 17, 2021, at the age of 88.

Emil was born at home in Circleville, TX on Christmas Day 1932 to his parents Emil & Lydia (Rieger) Bachmeyer and was always proudly touted as her “Christmas Baby” by his mother. She forgot many things,...

Jun 16, 2021

James “JL” Melton, 85, of Hutto went to be with his Heavenly Father on Wednesday, June 16, 2021.

JL was born at home on January 22, 1936, in Taylor, Tx, to Raymond and Eva Melton.

He Graduated from Hutto High School in 1955.

He grew up with one older brother, one older sister...

Jun 15, 2021

Ricky Dewayne Porter, 53, of Thrall, passed away Tuesday, June 15, 2021, at Baylor Scott & White Medical Center in Round Rock, Texas after a battle with cancer. Rick’s wife Holly (Turnbow) Porter and his pastor, Clint Neighbors, were by his side as he left to be with his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ.

Rick was born...

Jun 15, 2021

Cynthia Darline Krueger was called home by her Lord and Savior on Tuesday, June 15, 2021; the first child of Fred F. and Dorothy G. (Kruger) Krueger, born March 13, 1948.

Cynthia went to Hutto School all twelve years receiving her diploma in May of 1966.  She attended Texas Lutheran from September 1966 – December 1970, obtaining...

Jun 8, 2021

Richard Ruiz, 75, of Taylor passed away Tuesday, June 8, 2021.

Richard was born April 26, 1946, in Taylor to Mr. Gregorio C. Ruiz and Maria Solis Ruiz. He was a resident of Taylor all his life and in 1964, he married Ezelia Rodriguez.

Richard was employed by Taylor Bedding, retired from Carpenters, and was...

Jun 5, 2021

Velmetta Haynes Mitchell, 83, of Thorndale, TX passed away on Saturday, June 5, 2021.

"Nita", her preferred nickname, was born on March 7, 1938 in the Liberty Hill community, near Rockdale, TX.  She was the second-born child of Carl James Haynes and Lilia Bell Washington.  At an early age, her parents...

Jun 5, 2021

Christine Moore Lowrie, 71, of Taylor, passed away Saturday, June 5, 2021 surrounded by her family.

She was born in Portland, Maine to Henry and Bernadette Moore.  She and her family moved around until they settled in Houston, TX, when she was approximately 9 years old.  She graduated from Smiley High School in 1968.  Shortly after, she...

Jun 4, 2021

Melva Ruth (Woelfel) Richter went to her heavenly home on Friday, June 4, 2021 at the age of 83.

Melva was born on March 7, 1938 to Martin and Adele (Lehman) Woelfel and grew up in Thorndale, TX.  She was baptized and confirmed at St. Paul Lutheran Church and attended St. Paul Lutheran School.  She graduated from...

Jun 1, 2021

GEORGETOWN – Dawn Kasper Layssard, 53, died peacefully at home with her family by her side on June 1, 2021. She was born in Austin, Texas, daughter of Alice and Emil John Kasper of Hutto, Texas on September 12, 1967.

Dawn is a graduate of Hutto High School, Class of 1986, Salutatorian.  She earned her Bachelor’s Degree...

May 29, 2021

SanJuanita Oviedo (Janie), 72, passed away peacefully surrounded by family and friends on Saturday, May 29, 2021, in Bartlett at 4:15 pm.

SanJuanita was born March 13, 1949, in Bryan Texas. She was the first born of 13 siblings. She attended SS Cyril & Methodius Catholic Church and only made it to the 10 th grade due...