Obituaries

Dec 27, 2025

Jo Diane Potter passed away Saturday, December 27, 2025. A visitation will be 12:00 PM -1:00 PM, Friday, January 2, 2026 in the Elmwood Funeral Home's Family Center, 5750 Hwy 277 South. Funeral services will begin immediately following visitation at 1:00 PM. Interment will be in Elmwood Memorial Park.

Jo was born on November 29, 1936 in Green Bay, Wisconsin. She...

Dec 27, 2025

Dec 25, 2025

Delois Sue Lambert, 89, passed away peacefully at her home in Abilene, Texas, on Christmas Day, December 25, 2025, surrounded by family. A 20-year breast cancer survivor, Delois lived with quiet courage and strength, facing life's challenges with grace and resilience.Delois was best known as a loving mother and grandmother whose greatest joy in life was her family. She devoted...

Dec 21, 2025

Celebration of Life honoring Rev. Lee Hardy Pervis Jr.Lee Hardy Pervis Jr.(Cooney) 71, surrounded by love ones, entered peacefully into Heaven Gates on Sunday December 21, 2025.Visitation will be Saturday, January 3, 2026 at 10:00am prior to the service. Funeral Service will be Saturday, January 3, 2026 at 11:00am at New Fellowship Baptist Church, 1142 Tracy Lynn, Abilene, Texas. Burial...

Dec 20, 2025

With sorrow filled hearts, we announce the passing of our beloved Terrance "Bullet" Stevenson, Sr, 58, of Abilene, Texas. Born November 13, 1967, a loving son to his parents who preceded him in his death, mother Joan Coffee, and father, Sam Stevenson, Jr. He was a dedicated father to his children Terrance and Lace Stevenson.

Bullet was a great, simple...

Dec 16, 2025

We are saddened to announce the passing of Sharlet “Kay” Harrison Pratt, who left us on December 16, 2025, at the age of 73. Born on October 2, 1952, in Abilene, Texas, Kay was a beloved daughter, mother, and grandmother who touched the lives of everyone she met.Kay graduated from Abilene High School and spent many years working at Abilene...

Dec 15, 2025

Yoko Springstead, 84, passed away on Monday, December 15, 2025, in Abilene, TX. A graveside service will be held on Monday, December 22, 2025, at 1:00 PM at Texas State Veterans Cemetery at Abilene, 7457 W. Lake Rd, Abilene, TX 79601.

Yoko was born in North Korea on April 13, 1941, to Sadao and Sagino Otsu. She started her career...

Dec 13, 2025

Carolyn Janet Polk (née King), beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, and friend, was born on August 22, 1944, in Abilene, Texas, to Loyd and Helen King. She grew up in Abilene and graduated from Abilene High School, where she began forming the strong family values and work ethic that would guide her throughout her life.

Carolyn dedicated 26 years of...

Dec 12, 2025

Keith Louise Jobe Witt passed away peacefully on December 12, 2025. She was born on October 19, 1925, in Hamlin, Texas, to Flonnie Lillian Collins Jobe and Aaron Wallace Jobe.

Keith recently celebrated a remarkable milestone—her 100th birthday—on October 20, 2025. The occasion was joyfully shared with family and friends at Windcrest in Abilene, where she was also honored and recognized...

Dec 9, 2025

Pearl Elizabeth Pierce, 97, of Abilene, Texas, passed away peacefully on December 9, 2025, Born on July 13, 1928, in Anson, Texas, Pearl was a beloved figure in her community, known for her warmth, kindness, and deep love for her family.Pearl dedicated much of her life to nurturing not only her family but also the children of Abilene as the...

Dec 5, 2025

Kathyrn Sue Miller Yancey passed away on December 5, 2025, after a long battle with Parkinson's disease and dementia.

She was born on April 21, 1950, in Storm Lake, Iowa, to Delbert and Doris Miller. Kathy was the fourth of six children.

Kathy grew up moving around the country as her father transferred with his job. She attended schools in several different...

Dec 4, 2025

Lonnie Reese Blackbourne, 90, passed away on December 4, 2025, in Lubbock, Texas. A visitation will be held from 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM on Wednesday, December 10, 2025, at Elmwood Funeral Home, 5750 Hwy 277 South. A funeral service will follow at 1:00 PM.

Lonnie was born on January 15, 1935, to Haywood and Johnnie Blackbourne and grew up...

Dec 2, 2025

-----------------**Obituary for Sue Heath**It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Sue Heath, who left this world peacefully on December 2, 2025, at the age of 72. Born on August 15, 1953, in Austin, Texas, Sue's vibrant spirit shone brightly throughout her life, leaving an indelible mark on all who knew her. She spent her later years...

Dec 1, 2025

Richard David Deal, 77, passed away on Monday December 1, 2025, at home surrounded by his family.

Richard was born in Hearne, Tx on August 16, 1948, to his parents James and Rosalee Deal. Richard joined the Air Force on March 14,1967 and started basic training in Amarillo, TX. During his time in the Air Force, he was stationed at...

Nov 30, 2025

It is with a heavy heart that we announce the passing of Douglas Ray Alexander, who left us on November 30, 2025, at the age of 68. Born on March 4, 1957, in Dallas, Texas, Douglas led a life defined by dedication, love, and service to others.

After graduating high school, he joined the United States Air Force in 1975, proudly...

Nov 30, 2025

Ronald D. Sipe, 79, of Richmond, Texas (formerly of Abilene, Texas), passed away on Sunday, November 30, surrounded by his family.

Ron was born on March 17, 1946, to Elbert Othell and Anne Lucille Sipe in Lubbock, Texas. He grew up in Hamlin, Texas, and later went on to attend Texas Tech University where he was a member of Alpha Tau...

Nov 30, 2025

Janice Lynn Tittle was born Janice Lynn Reid in Abilene, Texas on December 24, 1946, and passed away on Sunday, November 30, 2025, at the age of 78. Janice grew up and was surrounded by a large family, she had six siblings and lots of aunts and uncles. She was influenced by her family to a loving and caring woman,...

Nov 29, 2025

Raquelle Kae-Mae Green was born September 15th, 2025 in Killeen Tx. Jesus then called her home at the children's hospital in Temple Tx on November 28th, 2025

Raquelle was preceded in death by her big brother, Paul Walker Green lost in stillbirth.

She was survived by her mother Fynlan Green, her father Roberto Hernandez, her two big brothers, Izzo Green...

Nov 24, 2025

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Rhon Paul Evans, a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and friend, who left us peacefully on November 24, 2025, at the age of 69. Born on February 2, 1956, in Camp Zama, Japan, Rhon spent his formative years in Atlanta, Georgia, embracing life with a vibrant spirit and an infectious smile.

Rhon proudly served...

Nov 24, 2025

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Luis Carlos Montalvo, who left us on November 24, 2025, at the age of 67. Born on October 28, 1958, in Robstown, Texas, Carlos lived a full life that embodied Christ, resilience, and love. He resided in Abilene, Texas, where he proudly worked as a self-employed plumber, a trade he dedicated his...