Obituaries

Derek Wayne Chase

Chase

david_morris

Fri, 10/02/2026 - 20:22

Derek Wayne Chase, of Copperas Cove, Texas, passed away on September 30, 2026, on his 47th birthday, while in his home surrounded by family. Born on September 30, 1979, in Grinnell, Iowa, Derek fought valiantly for more than four years with colon cancer.

Jim Ward

Ward

david_morris

Thu, 10/01/2026 - 12:55

James “Jim” O. Ward Jr. July 31, 1942 ~ September 9, 2026 James “Jim” O. Ward Jr., of Kempner, Texas, passed away on September 9, 2026, at the age of 84. He was born on July 31, 1942, in Horatio, Arkansas. Jim lived a life marked by service and quiet pleasures.

Jackie Reid

Reid

david_morris

Thu, 10/01/2026 - 12:53

Jacqueline Kay (Bradley) Reid Apr 1, 1931 — Jul 17, 2026 Jacqueline Kay “Jackie” Reid entered her eternal home in Heaven on July 17, 2026 surrounded by family, who cherished her and remained by her side in love and devotion.

Gail Annette Sanders

Sanders

david_morris

Thu, 06/18/2026 - 13:45

Gail Annette Sanders November 27, 1954 – June 17, 2026 Gail Annette Sanders, 71, went home to be with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on June 17, 2026.Gail Annette Barnett was born on November 27, 1954, in Beeville, Texas, to Travis Edward Barnett and Thelma Louis Maguglin Barnett.Gail grew...

Mixon

david_morris

Thu, 05/07/2026 - 14:58

Patsy Jean Brewer Mixon September 9, 1947 ~ May 4, 2026 Patsy Jean Brewer Mixon passed from this life to be with her Heavenly Father and her beloved husband on May 4, 2026.

Simpson

david_morris

Thu, 05/07/2026 - 14:57

Andrew Reilly Simpson April 29, 1968 – May 3, 2026 Andrew Reilly Simpson, April 29, 1968 – May 3, 2026, was born in Temple, Texas, to Riley and Mary (Mikki) Simpson.

Linda Ledger

Ledger

david_morris

Thu, 02/19/2026 - 13:00

Linda Carol Ledger March 10, 1944 ~ February 13, 2026 Linda Carol Ledger, age 81, of Copperas Cove, Texas, passed away on February 13, 2026. Linda was born March 10, 1944, in Conway, SC to Harold and Ethel Lee Johnson.

Sarah Jean Wheeless

Wheeless

david_morris

Thu, 12/18/2025 - 11:45

Sarah Jean Wheeless September 13, 1949 ~ November 22, 2025 Sarah Jean Wheeless, a dedicated educator and beloved family member, passed away near her hometown of Copperas Cove, Texas, on November 22, 2025, surrounded by her loved ones.

Steven Schumacher

Schumacher

david_morris

Thu, 12/18/2025 - 11:42

Steven Schumacher November 26, 1951~ December 6, 2025 Steven Schumacher, aged 74, of Kempner, Texas, passed away on December 6, 2025, in a hospital following health complications, leaving behind a legacy of service, love, and integrity.

Rolla E Combs

david_morris

Fri, 11/28/2025 - 13:19

Combs Rolla E Combs January 26, 1938-November 23, 2025 Rolla E Combs, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and neighbor, was born on January 26, 1938, in Happy, Kentucky, and passed away on Sunday, November 23, 2025 after spending the day with his family.