Tana S. Bunnell

Tana grew up in San Saba for most of her life and graduated from Killeen High school in 1967. She went on to work for Texas Power and Light as an administrator for over 25 years. Later, Tana worked Civil Service on Fort Hood for a number of years. After she retired, Tana enjoyed her life at home with her husband; where they took care of retired horses.

Tana met the love of her life, Charles T. Bunnell in 1967 and were married shortly after. Together they shared 57 years together. In 1969, they welcomed their daughter Malea into the world.

For many years, Tana was involved in the world of Rodeo. She enjoyed barrel racing and later joined the Killeen Rodeo Association where she served as a Time Keeper. Her Gold Member PRCA card allowed her to travel to numerous rodeos. Tana and Charles supported the 4-H organizations in Lampasas and Bell County.

She is preceded in death by her husband Charles T. Bunnell, daughter Tana Malea Hartley, her brother Phillip Rainbolt, and parents Hugh and June Rainbolt.

She is survived by granddaughters Charlie Bunnell of Gatesville, Frankie Holt and husband Jason along with their son Aaron of Gatesville, and grandson Bandy Hartley of Gatesville. She is also survived by her brother, Richard Rainbolt of Kempner and sister, JoAnn Cantrell of Palestine.

A Visitation will be held at Crawford Bowers Funeral Home in Copperas Cove on Saturday February 1st from 9-11am. A Graveside Service will follow beginning at 3pm at China Creek Cemetery in San Saba County.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Killeen Rodeo Association or the China Creek Cemetery.