Obituaries

Local Obituaries for Belton, Texas & Bell County

Drema Louise Cook

Drema Louise Cook

May 7, 2025

Drema Louise Cook, born on September 4, 1943, in Marytown, West Virginia, passed away peacefully on May 7, 2025, in Harker Heights, Texas. Family and friends are invited to pay their respects during a viewing at Dossman Funeral Home, located at 2525 N Main St, Belton, Texas, on May 12, 2025, from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM. A graveside service...

William James Reedy

William James Reedy

May 6, 2025

William James (Bill) Reedy, a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, passed away on May 6, 2025, in Temple, Texas.

He was born on January 18, 1944, in Panama City, Florida, to his parents, Samuel and Louise Reedy.

He was proud to have served his country in the United States Navy for four years, a testament to his dedication to service and...

Robin "Rob" LeFever

Robin "Rob" LeFever

Apr 28, 2025

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Funeral services for Robin "Rob" LeFever, 63, of Belton will be held at 11:00 AM, Monday, May 5, 2025, at the Dossman Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Elwyn Johnston officiating. Burial will follow at Val Verde Cemetery.

The family will receive friends for visitation on Sunday, May 4, 2025 from 4:00 - 6:00 PM, at the funeral...

Maria Purificacion (Pura) Rangel De Guardiola

Maria Purificacion (Pura) Rangel De Guardiola

Apr 18, 2025

Our beloved mother/grandmother/great grandmother, Maria Purificacion (Pura) Rangel de Guardiola, 93, of Temple, a devoted homemaker and the heart of our family, passed away peacefully while surrounded by loved ones on Good Friday, April 18th, 2025.

Pura was born February 14, 1932, in Lampazos, Nuevo Leon, Mexico, the daughter of Francisco Rangel and Elisa Taboada. She grew up with five sisters...

Jann Ellen Loafman

Jann Ellen Loafman

Apr 17, 2025

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Pat (Alexander) Jones Wilson

Pat (Alexander) Jones Wilson

Apr 13, 2025

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Funeral services for Pat (Alexander) Jones Wilson, 87, of Belton, will be held at 1:00 PM, Friday, April 18, 2025, at the Dossman Funeral Home Chapel, with Justin Childers officiating. Burial will follow at North Belton Cemetery.

The family will receive friends for visitation Thursday evening from 6-8 PM at the funeral home.

Mrs. Wilson died Sunday,...

Perline Tutor

Perline Tutor

Apr 13, 2025

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On April 13, 2025, Perline Tutor, our precious mother and grandmother, was called home to be with the Lord at the glorious age of 97 in Temple, Texas.

Born on April 30, 1927, in Whitehouse, Texas, Perline was the beloved daughter of Frank and Linnie Hamilton. In December of 1946, she married Tony Culp, and together they...

Rafael Rodriguez

Rafael Rodriguez

Apr 13, 2025

Rafael Rodriguez OlivaresSeptember 12, 1947 - April 13, 2025

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Rafael Rodriguez Olivares, 77, of Belton, TX passed away peacefully on April 13, 2025, in Temple, TX.

He was born on September 12, 1947, in a beautiful ranch in Ayotlan, Jalisco, México, called San Vicente, to Maria de Jesús Olivares and Jose Natividad Rodriguez.

Rafael was raised on a...

Victoria Villanueva

Victoria Villanueva

Apr 10, 2025

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Victoria Villanueva, a cherished wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and the heart of our family, has peacefully passed away. While her departure leaves a profound emptiness, the love and memories she leaves behind will continue to bring us joy and comfort for years to come.

Born and raised in Cerros Blancos, Nuevo León, Mexico, Victoria was the youngest...

Gailen Louginia Clark Rovelli

Gailen Louginia Clark Rovelli

Apr 10, 2025

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Gailen Rovelli passed away at her home in Plano, Texas on April 10th, 2025. She was 81 years of age.

Visitation will be 5-7pm Wednesday April 16th, 2025, at Dossman Funeral Home, Belton Texas,



Funeral Service will be at 2pm Thursday, April 17th, 2025, at Dossman Funeral Home with burial to follow at Rest Haven Cemetery, Belton, Texas

Gailen...

Robert Wayne Bingham

Robert Wayne Bingham

Apr 8, 2025

Robert Wayne “Bob” Bingham, 77, of Belton passed away on April 8 at a Temple hospital.

He was born on November 29, 1947 in Houston, Texas, to Henry Otis Bingham and Phyllis Dawn Grayum Bingham. He graduated from Sam Houston High School in 1966.

He joined the U.S. Navy and served on the USS Joseph Strauss during the Vietnam War. His ship,...

Bryan Burris

Bryan Burris

Apr 7, 2025

Memorial services for Bryan Arlen Burris, of Mansfield, Ohio, will be held at a later date. Mr. Burris passed away Monday, April 7, 2025, in Temple, Texas. He was born on December 5, 1938, in Arkansas City, Kansas, the son of Jennings Burris and Violet (Kloxin) Burris. His youth was spent on a Kansas wheat farm. Bryan served in the...

Ronald Rudolph Elizondo

Ronald Rudolph Elizondo

Apr 6, 2025

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Ronald Rudolph Elizondo, 84, passed away on April 6, 2025, in Temple, Texas. He was born on August 27, 1940, in San Antonio, TX to Rudolph and Ella Elizondo.

He attended St. Mary’s University and was a proud member of Rho Betta Gamma fraternity. He was a businessman who also pursued his love for aviation as a...

Stephen Marc Calhoun MD

Stephen Marc Calhoun MD

Apr 4, 2025

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It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Dr. Stephen Marc Calhoun on April 4,2025 at the Baylor Scott White Hospital, Temple, Texas. He was 70 years of age.

Dr. Calhoun was a highly respected and recognized Pulmonologist and Sleep Specialist. He was extremely dedicated and compassionate about patient care. His commitment was demonstrated...

Martha Linda "Lin" Phillips

Martha Linda "Lin" Phillips

Apr 2, 2025

"Peace my heart,

let times for parting be sweet.

Let it not be a death

but completeness.

Let love melt into memory

and pain into song..."

Rabindranath Tagore



Lin was preceded in death by her father, Lewis Cook.  Survivors include her mother, Christa Cook; her brother and sister-in-law, Ronald and Becky Cook, and niece, Virginia Cook.   

Inurnment will be at Houston National Cemetery.

Howell Otis Cearley

Howell Otis Cearley

Mar 29, 2025

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Howell Otis Cearley, Jr., age 75 of Belton, Texas, passed away in Granbury, Texas on March 29. 2025. The family is deeply saddened and shocked by his sudden death. A devoted husband, brother, father, grandfather, and friend to many in Central Texas, Howell was a man of great integrity and well respected by those who knew...

Tomasa Salinas Lopez

Tomasa Salinas Lopez

Mar 28, 2025

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Tomasa Salinas Lopez, a beloved member of her family and community, passed away peacefully on March 28, 2025, in Temple, Texas. Friends and family are invited to celebrate Tomasa's life with a viewing on March 31, 2025, from 6 PM to 8 PM at Dossman Funeral Home, located at 2525 N Main St, Belton, TX. A...

Stanley E. Langford

Stanley E. Langford

Mar 27, 2025

Stanley E. Langford, 81 of Temple, died Thursday, March 27, 2025 in a Temple Veterans Home. 

Mr. Langford was born August 19, 1943, in Charleston, West Virginia, the son of Marcus Arnold Langford and Elizabeth Ann (Boothe) Langford. He was a veteran of the United States Army and received his Honorable Discharge at Ft. Hood. He was a car salesman for...

Myron Wesley Ferguson

Myron Wesley Ferguson

Mar 27, 2025

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Myron Wesley “Wes” Ferguson, a beloved teacher and devoted family man, passed away on March 27, 2025, at the age of 67 in Temple, TX. Born on February 21, 1958, in Denton, TX, Wesley devoted his life to education and shared his passion for learning with countless students throughout his career. A memorial service to honor...

Douglas D. Vaughan

Douglas D. Vaughan

Mar 23, 2025

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Funeral services for Douglas D. Vaughan 88, of Moffat will be held at 2:00 PM Friday, March 28, 2025 at the Dossman Funeral Home Chapel, with Richard Gatto officiating. Burial will follow at North Belton Cemetery.

The family will receive friends for visitation one hour prior to services.

Mr. Vaughan died Sunday, March 23, 2025, in a Temple...