Obituaries

David Hodnett

David Hodnett

Sep 10, 2025

David Hodnett, born on March 15, 1947, will be remembered and celebrated after his passing on September 10, 2025. He is survived by his loving sister, Jane Fisher, and his cherished nephew, James Fisher, as well as his additional nephews, Scott Heri and Larry Ray Cullens. Their lives have been touched by David's humor, warmth, and undeniable spirit.David's journey began in...

Terry Tacker

Terry Tacker

Sep 10, 2025

Terry D. Tacker, 75, of Abilene, passed on to Heaven on Wednesday September 10, 2025. Funeral services will be held at 10:00 AM, Monday, September 15, 2025, at Pioneer Drive Baptist Church, 701 S. Pioneer Drive, with Dr. Jeff Reid officiating. The family will receive friends Sunday, September 14, 2025, from 4:00-6:00 pm at Elmwood Funeral Home, 5750 US-277. Terry's...

Joyce Suggs

Joyce Suggs

Sep 9, 2025

Mary Joyce (McCain) Suggs, 91, went to be with her Lord on Tuesday, September 9, 2025. Born in Sylvester Texas on September 20, 1933, she was the second child of Medford and Ethel McCain. She married her high school sweetheart, Stephen Hollabaugh, and graduated from Roby High School in 1952. Together they raised two sons, Phil and Wayne, in Roby...

Jasa Chanté Johnson

Jasa Chanté Johnson

Sep 8, 2025

Jasa Chanté Johnson, lovingly known as J, JChante, Mama, and Mom-Mom, went home to be with the Lord on September 8, 2025, at the age of 51. She was born on November 29, 1973, in Abilene, Texas, where she spent her life surrounded by family and friends who adored her.

Jasa was the heartbeat of her family a devoted wife, mother,...

Ilona Alexander

Ilona Alexander

Sep 7, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Ilona Alexander, who left us peacefully on September 7, 2025, at the age of 64. Ilona was born in Germany on December 16, 1960, and spent her life as a loving wife, mother, and grandmother, residing in Abilene, Texas.

Ilona was married to, Doug Alexander, for 45 wonderful years. Their...

Chrissy Rodriguez

Chrissy Rodriguez

Sep 7, 2025

Dolores “Chrissy” Rodriguez, 53, passed away on Sunday, September 7, 2025, in Abilene, Texas. A visitation will be held from 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM, Thursday, September 11, 2025, in the Elmwood Funeral Home Chapel, 5750 Hwy 277 South. Funeral services will be at 11:00 AM, Friday, September 12, 2025, also in the Elmwood Funeral Home Chapel, with interment to...

Angela Alcala

Angela Alcala

Sep 5, 2025

Angela Alcala, 61, of Abilene, was called home to Heaven on the morning of September 5, 2025 after a courageous battle with illness in the 2 1/2 years leading up to her passing. Her memorial service will be held on Saturday, September 20, 2025, at 1:00 p.m. at the Funeral Home Chapel, 5750 Hwy 277 South, Abilene, TX 79606.

Angie...

Susan Hopkins

Susan Hopkins

Sep 1, 2025

Our beloved mother, Susan (Suzi) Gail Hopkins, passed away peacefully on Sept 1,2025 at the age of 80. She was a force of nature, a source of endless laughter and the heart of our family.

Visitation will be Sunday, September 7, 2025, from 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm at Elmwood Funeral Home, 5750 Hwy 277 South, Abilene, Texas. Memorial Service will...

Donna Field

Donna Field

Aug 30, 2025

Donna Jean Howard Field, 71, entered eternal rest in the arms of Jesus and her beloved son, Bryan, on August 30, 2025, in Abilene, Texas. Though words cannot fully express the extent of our sorrow, we feel profound joy at the thought of her experiencing peace and comfort in her eternal glory.

Donna was born on September 10, 1953, in Plainview,...

Rosie Marie Bloom

Rosie Marie Bloom

Aug 23, 2025

Rosie Marie Bloom was born January 16, 1958, in Abilene, Texas to the parentage of Ernest Walker and Harvey Lee Walker. She went to be with her Lord and Savior on August 23, 2025, at Baylor Scott and White Heart hospital (Plano) with her family by her side.

Funeral Services will be Saturday, August 30, 2025 at 10:00am at Elmwood...

Hudson Disiere

Hudson Disiere

Aug 23, 2025

Hudson Lewis Disiere, 18, joined the arms of Jesus on Saturday, August 23, 2025, following a one-person vehicle accident. A visitation will be held from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM, Wednesday, August 27, 2025, in the Elmwood Funeral Home Chapel, 5750 Hwy 277 South. Funeral services will be at 2:00 PM, Thursday, August 28, 2025, at Pioneer Baptist Church, 701...

Mary Travis

Mary Travis

Aug 22, 2025

Mary Burem Slayton Travis, 86, of Abilene, passed away peacefully on Friday, August 22,2025. A Celebration of Life honoring Mary will be announced at a later date.

Mary was born on December 9, 1938, in Alabama, to J.J. and Ruth Slayton, and was raised in Lake Jackson, Texas. She graduated from Brazosport High School in 1957, an in 1963 earned...

Betty Jean Renfro Rooney

Betty Jean Renfro Rooney

Aug 22, 2025

With deep love and sorrow, we announce the passing of Betty Jean Rooney on August 22, 2025.

A memorial service will be held on Friday, September 5, 2025 at 1:00 PM at the Texas State Veteran Cemetery at Abilene, 7457 W. Lake Road, Abilene, Texas.

Born on September 29,1959, in Littlefield, Texas, to Edward A. Renfro and Dorothy A. Sanders Renfro, Betty...

Harold Green

Harold Green

Aug 22, 2025

Harold Bryant Green, 93, passed away on Friday, August 22, 2025, in Abilene, Texas.

Harold was born on September 2, 1931, in Ranger, Texas to his father, Dr. Ernest R. Green Sr. and his mother, Berta L. Green. He married his loving wife Glenna on January 29, 1952 in Ranger, Texas they enjoyed 73 years of marriage together.

Throughout his...

Reyes “Jake” Flores

Reyes “Jake” Flores

Aug 21, 2025

Reyes “Jake” Garza Flores

With grieving hearts, we announce the passing of Reyes “Jake” Garza Flores, who passed away on August 21, 2025, at the age of 57 surrounded by his family. Jake was a beloved son, sibling,uncle, and friend.

Jake was born on December 17, 1967, in Abilene, TX. He graduated from Abilene High School in 1987 and played baseball and...

Eldon Miller

Eldon Miller

Aug 21, 2025

Eldon Robert Miller passed away on Thursday, August 21, 2025, in Lubbock,TX.

Funeral services will be Saturday, September 6, 2025 at 11:00 AM at Elmwood Funeral Home, 5750 Hwy 277 South, Abilene, Texas. Interment will follow at Elmwood Memorial Park, 5750 Hwy 277 South, Abilene, Texas.

He was born on December 11, 1947, in Williamsport, Pennsylvania to his parents, Robert...

Sharon Hopper

Sharon Hopper

Aug 20, 2025

Sharon Sue Hopper, 80, of Abilene, Texas, went to be with her Lord and Savior on August 20, 2025.

Born November 6, 1944, in Dallas, TX to Milton and Mary Myers, Sharon was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother whose faith guided every part of her life. A lifelong and faithful Lutheran, she lived her beliefs with grace, kindness, and...

David Aikin

David Aikin

Aug 18, 2025

David Robert Aikin, 71, entered eternal rest on Monday August 18, 2025.

He was born on October 25, 1953 in Lansing, Michigan to Robert Leon Aikin and Ellen Rebecca Waldie Aikin.

David was a kind-hearted, beloved teacher, colleague, and friend. He left an indelible mark on the hearts and minds of all that had the privilege of knowing him.

David is survived by...

William Leach

William Leach

Aug 17, 2025

William (Bill) Leach, a cherished husband, father and friend, passed away peacefully on August 17, 2025, in Abilene, TX, at the age of 76 after a lengthy battle with cancer. Visitation will be held on Sunday, August 24, 2025, from 2:00 - 4:00 PM in the Elmwood Funeral Home Family Center, 5750 Hwy 277 South. Funeral services will be on...

Carmelita Flores

Carmelita Flores

Aug 15, 2025

Maria Del Carmen “Carmelita” Flores, a devoted wife, loving mother, grandmother, and faithful servant of God, entered into eternal rest on August 15, 2025, in Abilene, Texas, at the age of 84.

Carmelita was born on July 28, 1941, in Harlingen, Texas, to Aurelio and Paula Palomarez. She grew up in Harlingen, where she graduated high school in 1960. In 1963,...