Charles T. Bunnell, 80, of Kempner died March 31, 2023 in a Waco hospital.
Charles was born Sept. 24, 1942 in Gatesville to Oscar C. Bunnell and Ruby Mae Chambers Bunnell.
He 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 Tana Rainbolt on Sept. 13, 1968 in Killeen.
Charles was the owner and operator of Bunnell Metal Buildings, serving the greater Killeen, Copperas Cove and Kempner areas. He also enjoyed farming and ranching up until the time of his death. Charles was an active supporter of the Killeen Rodeo and for many years the Killeen Livestock Show.
His sister, Charlotte Morgan, and his daughter, Malea Bunnell Hartley, preceded him in death.
He is survived by his wife, Tana Bunnell of Kempner; a grandson, Bandy Hartley of Gatesville; two granddaughters, Charlie Bunnell and Frankie Miller, both of Gatesville; a great-grandson, Aaron Holt of Gatesville; and a host of extended family members.
The family received guests for a time of visitation on April 2 at Crawford-Bowers Funeral Home in Killeen.
Graveside services were held at 2 p.m. April 3 at China Creek Cemetery in San Saba.
Memorial contributions may be made to the China Creek Cemetery Association, 2502 Westview Circle, San Saba, TX 76877.
