Taylor, TX Obituaries

Jul 10, 2019

Margaret Ann Espinoza Alvarez, of Taylor, Texas, passed away on Wednesday, July 10th, 2019 at the age of 76 peacefully in her home.

Margaret was born to Samuel and Clemencia Espinoza on January 29th, 1943 in Taylor, TX. She grew up as the only daughter in a house filled with five brothers and attended Saint Mary’s High...

Jul 4, 2019

Antonio R Rangel passed away peacefully on Thursday, July 4 in his home surrounded by his family.

“Tony” as most everyone knew him as was born April 5, 1935 in Inez, TX to Manuel and Gertrudis Rangel. He met the love of his life Ernestine Soto and married on December 23, 1958. Tony was a very hard-working...

Jun 29, 2019

Frank E. (Eddie) Kruse passed from this world into God’s arms on Saturday, June 29, 2019 at the age of 89 years and 12 days.

He is survived by his 2 sons, David Lee Kruse and wife Sherryl; and Michael K. Kruse.  Grandsons; Adam Kruse and wife Krista, Brandon Kruse and wife Jennifer.  Great Grandchildren; Skylar, Kip,...

Jun 24, 2019

Michael “Mike” Gene Hollowell, 61 years old, passed away on June 24 th , 2019 at his home in Thrall, TX after a long battle with cancer.

Mike was born in Taylor, TX on September 23 rd , 1957 to Orby and Bernice Hollowell. He graduated from Taylor High School in 1976. On February 3 rd ,...

Jun 13, 2019

Bruce Richter, 65, of Thorndale passed away Thursday, June 13, 2019 surrounded by family.

Bruce was born in Taylor on March 2, 1954 to Norbert & Gladys (Patschke) Richter. He was blessed with two children, Aaron and Katie. He was part owner of Richter Brothers Construction, which he owned with his brother, Kirby, from the 1980s until...

Jun 13, 2019

Artie B passed away to be with Jesus on June 13, 2019 at the SPJST Assisted Living Facility, where she had made her home for the past years.

Artie B was born in the Taylor area to Henry Preuss and Bertha Taylor Preuss on June 4, 1926.  She was a lifelong resident of Taylor, Texas and a...

Jun 13, 2019

LaVerne Evelyn Simank Weise, 91, of Thorndale died Thursday, June 13, 2019 at SPJST Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation in Taylor, Texas.

LaVerne was born February 25 th , 1928 in Thrall, Texas to Elmo and Malinda (Lerche) Simank. She was baptized, confirmed and married at St. Paul Lutheran Church in Thorndale. She married Wilbert A. Weise of...

Jun 13, 2019

Charles William Sulak, 67, of Granger, passed away Thursday, June 13, 2019 in a Round Rock hospital following a brief illness.

Charles was born August 14, 1951 to Ludvick and Rosa (Jakulec) Sulak in Temple, Texas. His early life was spent on the family farm at Red Ranger near Rogers. During those years he developed his strong...

Jun 10, 2019

Charlie James “C.J.” Griffin was born January 12, 1930 to Addie Lee Ross and Charlie Ross, in Bastrop County, TX.

C.J. worked for Eugene McGregor for 65 plus years as a maintenance superintendent.

C.J. also known as Bo, was a husband, father, brother, uncle, grandfather, great grandfather, friend, but most importantly a man of faith....

Jun 8, 2019

Robert Lee Stiba  (October 4, 1939 - June 8, 2019)

Robert, a lifelong resident of Taylor, passed this Saturday from complications with heart surgery. He grew up on a farm in Rices Crossing, graduated Taylor High School in ‘59, was a college athlete in basketball and track, and graduated from Texas State University in ‘65 where he...

Jun 3, 2019

Velma Hurta Reichenbach

October 23, 1923 – June 3, 2019

Velma Hurta Reichenbach, 95, of Taylor, Texas was received into the loving arms of her Heavenly Father on June 3, 2019. She was born October 23, 1923 in Taylor, Texas and was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother.

Married November 17, 1945, Velma and...

Jun 1, 2019

Daniel (Dan) Frank Vanecek, age 87, passed away on June 1, 2019.  He was born on July 16, 1931 to George and Mary (Drozd) Vanecek in Sinton, Texas.  The family moved to Granger during his high school years and he graduated from Granger High School. He married Sybil Gola on September 15, 1952 at St. Cyril & Methodius Catholic...

May 30, 2019

Aileene Machu, 83, of Taylor passed away Thursday, May 30th, 2019 at her home surrounded by family.

Aileene Joyce Kaatz was born on March 20 th , 1936 in Thrall to Monroe and Annie (Dvorak) Kaatz. She was joined in holy matrimony by Almighty God to Johnnie Frank Machu on July 29 th , 1967 at the...

May 28, 2019

Isaias Alderete born and raised in Beyersville, Texas returned home to our lord on Tuesday, May 28, 2019. He was born August 14, 1941 to Antonio and Carlota Alderete. He was a long time employee for American Desk. He enjoyed spending time with his family especially his grandchildren and great grandchildren and he loved to sing.

Isaias...

May 25, 2019

Mary Baldwin, 98, Taylor Banker and Homemaker, died Saturday, May 25, 2019.

Born in Sulphur Springs, Texas on June 9, 1920, she was the daughter of J. O. and

Ollie Wilson.  She graduated from Sulphur Springs High School.  She was married to

Ross Baldwin, former Taylor High School Head Football Coach and Principal...

May 24, 2019

Jerry B. David, age 70, of Jarrell, passed away peacefully on May 24, 2019.  Visitation will be held on May 27 from 4:00 to 7:00 PM at Providence Funeral Home in Taylor.  A rosary will be recited at 10:30 AM on Tuesday, May 28 at Holy Trinity Catholic Church in Corn Hill.  A Celebration of Life Mass will be...

May 22, 2019

Floyd Moerbe, 83, passed away on Wednesday, May 22 nd , 2019 at his home.  He was a lifelong resident of Thorndale and member of St. Paul Lutheran Church.

He is survived by his wife of 55 years, Lottie Moerbe; daughter Lori Dyson and husband Don; son Jason Moerbe and wife Tammy; grandchildren Joshua Dyson, Clarice Dyson...

May 22, 2019

Lizzie Marie Cooper, 79, of Taylor passed away Wednesday, May 22nd, 2019.

Lizzie was born to Claude Gilbert and Ethel Lee Jones on March 20th, 1940 in Austin, Texas. She was a loving sister and a faithful, dedicated member as well as the Mother of the True Church Of Christ.  She truly led by example.

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May 22, 2019

Arthur Dan Palla, beloved father and grandfather, of Granger, went home to be with our Lord peacefully on May 22, 2019, at 84 years old. He was born on November 12, 1934, to Willie and Mary Vita Palla of Taylor and attended public school in Taylor before choosing to serve his country in the U.S. Army.  He and Martha...

May 14, 2019

Curtis Wahrmund, 76, passed into eternal peace on May 14, 2019 after a courageous battle with cancer. Curtis was born April 2, 1943 in Fredricksburg, Texas to Elgin and Cora Wahrmund. He married the love of his life, Linda Anderson, on June 15, 1963 in Austin, Texas. They were blessed with two children, Ken and Kimberly.

Curtis...