KILLEEN— On Thursday, November 20, 2025, at 2:00 p.m., the Central Texas State Veterans Cemetery will conduct an Unaccompanied Veteran Burial for U.S. Army Veteran Sergeant First Class (SFC) Edward Franklin Taylor. Born on September 1, 1941, SFC Taylor served from January 1964 to November 1993. SFC Taylor received the Army Commendation Medal with two Oak Leaf Clusters, the Army Achievement Medal, and the Good Conduct Medal for his service to our nation.
Unaccompanied Veteran Burial for U.S. Army Veteran Edward Franklin Taylor
SFC Taylor is not expected to have any next-of-kin attend his burial. Please help us spread the word and ensure that this U.S. Army Veteran is not buried alone. Members of the Killeen community are encouraged to attend.
SFC Taylor will receive military honors. If no next-of-kin is present at the burial, a Veterans Land Board Representative will accept the United States flag on his behalf.
The Texas Veterans Land Board works with the local communities and fellow Veterans service organizations to ensure NO Veteran is EVER left behind.
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Dr. Dawn Buckingham made history in 2022, winning a statewide election to become Texas' first female Land Commissioner. As Land Commissioner, Dr. Dawn Buckingham is committed to helping Texans after a disaster, supporting Texas energy, ensuring that every child in Texas receives a high-quality public education, serving Texas Veterans, and securing the border to keep our communities safe.