Family and friends will gather on September 11 to celebrate the life of Marie Duong Staats, 77, at a noon Mass at Saint Paul Chong Hasang Catholic Church in Harker Heights. Fr. Brian McMaster will preside over the service, followed by interment at 2 p.m.
Obituary for Marie Staats

Key Takeaways:
- Service to be held on September 11 at noon
- Saint Paul Chong Hasang Catholic Church in Harker Heights is the venue
- Fr. Brian McMaster will officiate the Mass
- Interment is scheduled for 2 p.m. the same day
- Staats was 77 and resided in Killeen
Introduction
The announcement of the passing of 77-year-old Killeen resident, Marie Duong Staats, offers a solemn glimpse into an upcoming ceremony to honor her life. Her friends, family, and community members are invited to attend her Mass of Christian Burial, confirming a final farewell for this cherished individual.
Funeral Details
A Mass of Christian Burial is scheduled at noon on September 11 at Saint Paul Chong Hasang Catholic Church in Harker Heights. According to the obituary details, Fr. Brian McMaster will officiate the service. The Mass serves as an opportunity for loved ones to pay their respects and reflect on Staats’s impact on those around her.
Interment Information
Following the Mass, interment will take place at 2 p.m. This separate service will provide a quieter moment for everyone to say their goodbyes and remember the life Staats led, in accordance with traditions and the wishes of her family.
Acknowledgment
Details for these services were initially published by the Killeen Daily Herald and serve as a guide for all who wish to honor Marie Duong Staats. Her funeral arrangements highlight the respect and love of her community, ensuring that her memory is carried on with dignity and reverence.