Saturday, May 4, 2024
Charles T. Bunnell, age 80, of Kempner, passed away March 31, 2023, in a Waco hospital.
Charles was born September 24, 1942, in Gatesville to Oscar C. Bunnell and Ruby Mae Chambers Bunnell. Charles attended Killeen schools until his graduation from Killeen High School with the Class of 1961. After graduation, Charles had a very brief time of service in the National Guard.
He married the love of his life Tana Rainbolt on September 13, 1968, in Killeen.
Charles was the owner and operator of Bunnell Metal Buildings serving the greater Killeen, Copperas Cove, and Kempner area. He also enjoyed farming and ranching up until the time of his passing. Charles was an active supporter of the Killeen Rodeo and for many years the Killeen Livestock Show.
His parents, a sister, Charlotte Morgan, and his beloved daughter, Malea Bunnell Hartley, preceded him in death.
He leaves behind to cherish his memory his wife, Tana Bunnell, of Kempner; a grandson, Bandy Hartley of Gatesville; two granddaughters, Charlie Bunnell and Frankie Miller, both of Gatesville, and a great- grandson, Aaron Holt, of Gatesville along with a host of extended family members and friends.
Graveside services were held at 2 p.m. Monday, April 4, at the China Creek Cemetery in San Saba.
In place of usual remembrances the family requests memorial contributions be made to the China Creek Cemetery Association, 2502 Westview Circle, San Saba, Texas 76877.
Arrangements have been entrusted to Crawford-Bowers Funeral Home in Killeen.
Words of comfort may be shared with the family at www.crawfordbowerskilleen.com
