February 28, 2025

Vada Francis Sutton, a dedicated public servant, a beloved sister and aunt, and a cherished member of the Bell County community, passed away peacefully on February 28, 2025, at the age of 90. Born on June 23,1934 in Cedar Knob, Texas to Nallie and Cora Mae Sutton, she lived a life marked by unwavering commitment and deep connection to those...

February 26, 2025

Carole LaVaughn Beauchamp, 91, beloved Daughter, Spouse, Mother, Mother-in-law, Grandmother, Great-Grandmother (GG), and friend was called to her eternal resting place in heaven on February 26, 2025. She entered this world on August 10, 1933, in Pleasant Hope, MO, born to David Frank and Maxine (Kibby) Crockett. She is survived by three children, six grandchildren and 21 great-grandchildren.

LaVaughn was a...

February 18, 2025

February 12, 2025

Leland Roger Stanford, age 70 of Dacula, Georgia, passed from this life Wednesday, February 12, 2025. Private family services will be held at a later date.

Leland was born on April 9, 1954, in Houston, Texas, to Thomas and Delia Dowell Stanford. He was known for his playful spirit and mischievous nature, often scaring his siblings with unexpected jumps and pranks....

February 4, 2025

Trenton Urbantke, age 60 of Holland, passed from this life Tuesday, February 4, 2025. Memorial services will be held Saturday, March 1, 2025, at Harper-Talasek Funeral Home in Belton with a visitation starting at 12:30 pm and service immediately following at 1 pm.

Trenton was born on November 19, 1964, to Daniel and Lucy K. Urbantke in Temple, Texas. He graduated...

January 22, 2025

Maria Ramos, age 80 of Belton, passed from this life Wednesday, January 22, 2025. Services will be held on Monday, February 3, 2025, at Harper-Talasek Funeral Home in Belton with a visitation starting at 5 pm and services immediately following at 6 pm. Inurnment will be in Central Texas State Veterans Cemetery in Killeen on Thursday, February 6, 2025, at...

January 17, 2025

Lillie Bell (Lock) Copeland of Salado, TX lovingly known as “Bell” to her family and friends, passed away peacefully on January 17, 2024, leaving behind a legacy of love, kindness, and cherished memories. Bell’s life was a beautiful story of faith, hard work, and deep connections with the people and things she cared most about.

Bell was born April 22, 1936,...

January 3, 2025

Benny Earl Wood, age 74, passed away Friday, January 03, 2024, in Temple, Texas. Funeral services will be held at 11 am on Monday, January 13, 2025, at Harper-Talasek Funeral Home in Belton. Burial will follow in Pleasant Hill Cemetery in Nolanville.

Benny was born on January 20, 1950, in Ponca City, Oklahoma. He married Betty Sue McFarland on June 6,...

January 1, 2025

Karen Fay Guthrie, 54 of Belton, passed from this life Wednesday, January 1, 2025. Funeral services will be held at 11 am Wednesday, January 8, 2025, at Harper-Talasek Funeral Home in Belton with Mike Baggerly of House of Hope Outreach officiating. Burial will follow at North Belton Cemetery.

Karen was born on March 9, 1970, at Scott & White and has...

December 29, 2024

Ellis O’Brien Lee, 92 of Belton, passed away Sunday, December 29, 2024, surrounded by family at Baylor Scott & White Medical Center in Temple. Services will be held on Friday, January 10, 2025, at Harper-Talasek Funeral Home in Belton with a visitation starting at 1 pm and funeral immediately following at 2 pm.

Ellis was born March 5, 1932, in Premier,...

December 28, 2024

Let all that you do be done in Love.

1 Corinthians 16:14

Willie Mae Coleman (Granny) was born on June 25, 1938, in Somerville, Tx. to Lydia and Adoph Schwarze. She passed away peacefully on December 28, 2024. She was 86 years old.

 She had four brothers and five sisters. They all preceded her in death.

 Her husband, Floyd John Coleman, passed away on...

December 9, 2024

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Mark Hughes on December 9, 2024, at the age of 66. Mark was born on December 10, 1957 in Benton, IL., to Michael and Irene.

Mark met the love of his life and beloved wife of 48 years, Debra Haley in Tinley Park, IL. Mark and Debra went on to...

December 2, 2024

John Harris Bicknell, 81 of Temple, passed from this life Monday, December 2, 2024. He was born July 18, 1943.

Services will be held on Saturday, December 7, 2024, at Harper-Talasek Funeral Home in Belton with a visitation starting at 11 am and funeral immediately following at 1 pm. Burial will be in North Belton Cemetery.

December 1, 2024

Billie Jean Hickenbottom, age 91 of Troy, passed from this life Sunday, December 1, 2024, in Waco, Texas. Graveside services will be held at 3 pm Monday, December 30, 2024, at Central Texas State Veterans Cemetery in Killeen.

Mrs. Hickenbottom was born on October 1, 1933, to Carl Jefferson and Lily Panina (Ferril) Bolt in Leander, Texas.

November 29, 2024

Ethel Townsend, age 88 of Belton, passed from this life Friday, November 29, 2024. Graveside services will be held at 11 am Wednesday, December 11, 2024, at Bartlett Cemetery.

Ethel was an amazing person. She was a spontaneous, fun, charismatic, and outgoing individual. She enjoyed spending her time with friends and family fishing. She enjoyed being around people that were uplifting,...

November 25, 2024

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Edna Madge Stephens, a cherished mother, wife, grandmother, sister, and friend, who peacefully left us on Monday, November 25, 2024, at the age of 75.

A celebration of her life will be held on Saturday, January 4, 2025, from 12 pm to 2 pm at 11300 Brewer Rd, Salado, TX 76571.

"To live in...

November 24, 2024

Denzel Len Holmes, 84 of Belton, Texas, died November 24, 2024.

 Born January 14, 1940 at home in Sheffield, Texas to Herbert and Blanche Holmes. He was married to the love of his life, Margie Copeland Holmes, for 64 years. Graduated from Sul Ross University in 1965 and worked as a USDA auditor until retirement, after which he spent time fulfilling...

November 5, 2024

Mary Delores Parrott, aged 60, passed away peacefully on November 5, 2024 after a 4 year battle with cancer. Born to Roberto Cortez Mendiola and Maria Hernandez Cortez, Delores was a devoted wife, mother, daughter, sister, and friend whose warmth and joy enriched the lives of all who knew her.

Delores is preceded in death by her father, Roberto Cortez Mendiola....

November 4, 2024

Juan Gamino Hernandez, 96, of Belton, passed away on the morning of November 4, 2024. Visitation services will be held at Harper-Talasek Funeral Home in Belton from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. on Monday, November 11, with Recitation of the Holy Rosary beginning at 6:00 p.m. A funeral mass will be held on Tuesday, November 12, 2024, 10:00 a.m., at...

October 29, 2024

Pearl Gober, age 91, went to be with her Lord on October 29, 2024.

Visitation with the family will be at Harper Talasek Belton from 6 – 8 pm on November 4, funeral services will be held the next morning at Harper Talasek Belton at 10 am on November 5. Burial will follow at Moffat Cemetery.

Pearl was born on August 10,...