Billy Jasper Dragoo Obituary

Name: Funeral service
Start: 2025-10-25T17:00:00
End: 2025-10-25T21:00:00
Location: Dragoo Residence

The world bids farewell to Billy Jasper Dragoo of Temple, Texas, departing on October 15, 2025 at the age of 86. Billy leaves behind memories cherished by the community. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.

As Billy departs from our midst, his spirit ascends to join the cosmic dance of stars, a shimmering constellation of memories that will forever grace the night sky of the hearts of those who loved Billy. Though Billy may no longer walk beside us, his legacy lives on — a testament to the enduring power of love to transcend the boundaries of time and space.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Jasper Emmitt and Imogene Dragoo (Warren); his son David Cantrell; his grandchildren, David Cameron and Crystal Dragoo; and his great grandchild Suzannah Goins.

He is survived by: his wife Dessie Dragoo of Temple; and his children, Steven Dragoo of Belton, Stanley Dragoo of Temple, Danny Cantrell of Temple, Susan Wilkins of Killeen and Rene Tiroff of Temple.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Hewett - Arney Funeral Home

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October 17, 2025

Bea Wimberly wrote a sympathy message

“I had the privilege of working alongside Billy as my editor at The Waller County News Citizen in Hempstead. He was a special individual. Hugs and prayers go out to his loving wife Dessie and their family. Rest in peace Billy💔”

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Dragoo Residence
2613 Marlandwood Cir, Temple, TX 76502

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