Obituaries

Jul 28, 2025

Jul 23, 2025

It is with heavy hearts and deep gratitude that we announce the passing of Marcella Farr Moran. Marcella was born on November 7, 1947, and departed this world on July 23, 2025, at the age of 77.Marcella was a lifelong member of the Nazarene community, whose faith and compassion touched the lives of many.; she was an extremely gifted artist...

Jul 22, 2025

Jul 22, 2025

Christine Elva Moncibaiz, 51, of Abilene, Texas, passed away on July 22, 2025. Visitation will be held from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM on Thursday, July 24, 2025, at Elmwood Funeral Home Chapel, 5750 Hwy 277 South. A funeral service will follow at 2:00 PM on Friday, July 25, 2025, also at Elmwood Funeral Home Chapel.

Christine was born on September...

Jul 21, 2025

Loyd Omen Ivester, 53, of Abilene, Texas passed away on July 21st, 2025. Loyd was born on March 18th, 1972, in Abilene, Texas, to Jimmy and Chong Ivester as the youngest of two boys. Growing up he was a fun and extra smiley kid always kind and a friend to everyone. Very early on he found his love for football,...

Jul 17, 2025

Gary had a gregarious soul with a spirit of adventure and resilience that was instilled in him from birth and endured through the sudden illness that ultimately claimed his life.

He was born into poverty in Lebanon, Pennsylvania, the youngest of six children. His devoted mother, Carol, encouraged him to dream of a better life. After graduating from high school...

Jul 12, 2025

Hazel Jean Tucker went to her heavenly home peacefully on July 12, 2025. Her life was a beautiful reflection of love, dedication, and joy, centered around her family and a career that brought her great purpose.

Hazel devoted 28 years of compassionate service as a nurse at Cook Children's Outpatient Surgery Center, where she touched countless lives with her gentle spirit...

Jul 11, 2025

Maria Ortega, born on October 2, 1940, in Odem, Texas, passed away on July 11, 2025, in Abilene. She lived a life filled with faith, family, and a deep love for her community. Maria was a devoted Catholic who cherished her church and its teachings, spending countless hours in prayer and service.

Raised in Dolores Hidalgo, Mexico by her beloved...

Jul 8, 2025

Norma Olga Sierra, 73, passed away on July 8, 2025 in Abilene, Texas surrounded by her loving family. Visitation will be 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM Sunday, July 13, 2025 in the Elmwood Funeral Home Chapel, 5750 Hwy 277 South. The funeral service will be 11:00 AM, Monday, July 14, 2025 at Graham Street Church of Christ, 2158 Graham Street,...

Jul 6, 2025

Ja’nessa Gabrielle Ramirez, was born on July 4th, 2025 at 12:26PM weighing 1 pound 4 ounces and 12 inches long to two very proud parents, Jeremiah Ramirez and Gabriella Alvarez. These two loving and excited parents were blessed with their very own firecracker.

Baby Ja’nessa might’ve been here briefly but she made a huge impact in our lives. Ja’nessa brought two...

Jul 5, 2025

Rose Stubbs, 97, joined her Heavenly Father on July 5, 2025, in Merkel, Texas.

Visitation will be held on Wednesday, July 9, 2025, 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM at Elmwood Funeral Home, 5750 Hwy 277 South, Abilene, TX. A funeral service will be held Thursday, July 10, 2025, at 10:00 AM at Elmwood Funeral Home. Interment will follow at Elmwood...

Jul 4, 2025

Robert Leroy Brake, Sr., 67, and Joni Kay Brake, 66, of Abilene, Texas, passed away together on July 4, 2025, after being caught in the tragic flooding along the Guadalupe River near Kerrville, Texas.

Robert was born on September 6, 1957, in Tipton, Indiana, to Albert and Marilyn Brake. He proudly served his country in the United States Air Force before...

Jul 4, 2025

Jacqueline Moreno Solis (Jackie), 50, of Richardson, Texas, died peacefully on July 4, 2025, at home surrounded by her loving family. Visitation/Rosary will be on Thursday from 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. at Elmwood Funeral Home - Funeral services will be on Friday at 10:00 a.m. at St. Vincent Pallotti Church in Abilene.

Born on November 5, 1974, in Stamford, Texas,...

Jun 30, 2025

Loretha Mae Knight went to be with the Lord on June 30, 2025, in Arlington, Texas. A visitation will be 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM Tuesday, July 8, 2025, at Elmwood Funeral Home, 5750 Hwy 277 South. Funeral services will begin immediately following the visitation at 2:00 PM. Entombment will be in Elmwood Memorial Park. 

Born on January 29, 1931, to...

Jun 25, 2025

Adolfo Jose Sumaya Hernandez, 48, passed away on June 25,2025 in Abilene, TX.

A visitation will be held on Monday June 30, 2025, from 6:00 PM- 7:00 PM and the rosary will follow from 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM at Elmwood Funeral Home, 5750 Hwy 277 South, Abilene, Texas. Funeral services will be Tuesday July 1, 2025, at 12:00 PM at...

Jun 24, 2025

It is with heavy hearts yet a sense of celebration for a life well-lived that we announce the passing of Adriana Faith Gonzales, born on November 5, 1983, in Culver City, California. Adriana left this world peacefully on June 24, 2025. She was a devoted wife, loving mother, and cherished sister who leaves behind a legacy of love, joy, and...

Jun 23, 2025

Lloyd Lawrence Legg Jr., 62, passed away on June 23, 2025, in Abilene, Texas.

Lloyd was born in Abilene, Texas on September 7, 1962, to his dad Lloyd Lawrence Legg and his mother Pasty Davis.

In his early days Lloyd worked alongside his father, Sherman Davis, at Davis Tires during high school, Lloyd's work ethic was not just a means...

Jun 14, 2025

Jerry Bruce Storey, 88, born and raised in Abilene Texas passed away peacefully at home in Flower Mound, Texas, surrounded by his family on Saturday June 14, 2025, after a courageous battle with Parkinson’s disease. Funeral services will be held at Zion Lutheran Church 2801 Antilley Rd. Abilene TX.79606 on Friday, June 20, 2025, at 1:00 PM. Visitation will be...

Jun 10, 2025

Helen "Deanna" Harris Butler, born February 4th, 1939 in New Liberty, IL.

Visitation will be Monday June 16, 2025 from 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM at Elmwood Funeral Home, 5750 Hwy 277 South, Abilene, Texas. Graveside services will follow the visitation at 11:00 AM on Monday June 16, 2025 at Elmwood Memorial Park, 5750 Hwy 277 South, Abilene, Texas.

Preceded in Death...

Jun 10, 2025

On June 10, 2025 in Austin, Texas at the age of 89, Karén Mae (Tidwell) Pierce was called home to be with the Lord in heaven.

Karén was born in Haskell, Texas on May 22, 1936, to Lloyd Taylor “Skinny” Tidwell and Charlene (Allen) Tidwell. She spent her early years in Haskell and Baytown, Texas and later moved to Abilene. Karén...