Stephen Ray Gohlke

Stephen Ray Gohlke, age 71, of Gatesville, passed away peacefully at his home on Sunday, March 8, 2026.

Born on March 26, 1954, in Gatesville, Texas, to the late Raymond and Cleo Schmalriede Gohlke, Stephen was raised in Coryell City and graduated from Gatesville High School in 1972. He began his working life with Deckboat before discovering his passion for concrete construction, where he worked alongside his brother for many years. He found deep satisfaction in the craft, appreciating the unique challenges and opportunities each project brought, and continued in the industry until his retirement in 2021.

On June 5, 1987, Stephen married Lynn Beck, and together they made their home in Coryell City. He cherished the outdoors, eagerly anticipating the annual return of the Purple Martins, and found joy in gardening, hunting, and fishing. He also took quiet pleasure in planting the seeds of God’s word in his conversations with others.

Stephen was preceded in death by his parents. He is survived by his loving wife, Lynn Gohlke; his son, Jarad Gohlke and wife Carlee; his stepson, Ryan Crawford and wife Shalan; his sister, Marsha Johnson and husband Steve; his brother, Norman Gohlke and wife Debbie; his grandson, Jadon Ray Gohlke; and many nieces and nephews.