Carol Haire
Oct 28, 2025
Carol Diane Haire, formerly of Abilene and Muleshoe, went to her eternal home on Tuesday, October 28, 2025, in Pearland, Texas. Recognized for trailblazing programs to diagnose and treat speech and learning disabilities, she leaves a legacy of accomplishment and outstanding service to communities across Texas. Memorial services will be Friday, November 7, 2025, at 2:00 pm at Elmwood Funeral...
Cynthia Baker
Oct 27, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved Cynthia Ann Baker, who left us on October 27, 2025, at the age of 65. Born on August 6, 1960,
Cynthia having spent her childhood traveling the world as a military daughter. She loved sharing stories from her adventures, always with a sense of humor that left everyone...
Robert Claspill
Oct 25, 2025
Robert Ira Claspill, age 77, passed away peacefully on Saturday, October 25, 2025, in Georgetown, Texas. A graveside service will be held on Saturday, November 8, 2025, at 2:00 p.m. at Elmwood Memorial Park, 5750 Highway 277 South, Abilene, Texas.
Robert was born on April 4, 1948, in Richman Heights, Missouri, to his loving parents, Rufus and Alma Claspill. On...
Myrle Anderson
Oct 23, 2025
* Due to high winds expected, the Graveside Service has been moved into the Elmwood Funeral Home Chapel, 5750 Hwy 277 south, Abilene, Texas per the family’s request.*
Verna Myrle (Nix) Anderson passed away peacefully in Eastland, Texas on Thursday, October 23, 2025, at the age of 96. A visitation will be 9:00AM – 10:00 AM, Tuesday, October 28, 2025 at...
Jaryl Young
Oct 22, 2025
Jaryl L. Young passed away peacefully on Wednesday, October 22nd, 2025, two weeks after his 90th birthday.
Jaryl was born on October 8, 1935 in Brady, Texas. He is the second son of Arthur and Marie Young. He graduated as his class Valedictorian from Brady High School in 1953. He earned a Bachelor's Degree in Education from Abilene Christian College...
Carolyn Northcutt
Oct 18, 2025
Carolyn Ann Northcutt, beloved mother, grandmother, sister, and friend passed away peacefully on October 18, 2025, at the age of 83. Born on September 26, 1942, in Coleman, TX to Baxter Sonny & Josephine Featherston.
Carolyn graduated from Abilene High in 1960 and dedicated much of her professional life to serving others as a loan officer. After her retirement she became...
Rex Bland
Oct 17, 2025
Rex “Rodeo” Bland, 76, of Hawley, Texas, passed away surrounded by his loving family. Born June 4, 1949, to R.L. and Rosemary Bland, Rex grew up with rodeo in his blood. A proud Tarleton State College rodeo team member, he qualified for the National Finals Rodeo in steer wrestling for three years. Rex was honored as the 1975 Texas Circuit...
Minerva Lerma
Oct 14, 2025
Minerva Lerma of Abilene passed away peacefully on October 14, 2025 at the age of 81. A visitation will be 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM on Thursday, October 16, 2025 at Elmwood Funeral Home, 5750 Hwy 277 South. Funeral services will be 2:00 PM, on Friday, October 17, 2025 in the Elmwood Funeral Home Chapel. Interment will follow in Elmwood...
Julia Ortiz
Oct 13, 2025
Julia R. Ortiz, our beloved Mother, Grandmother, passed away peacefully at her home October 13, 2025, surrounded by her loving family members.
Born in Edcouch, Texas, June 26, 1934, she was born to Petra and Petronilo Rodela.
Julia was a homemaker and dedicated herself to her children and grandchildren. She was known for her wonderful cooking, and she was delighted...
Steven Roberts
Oct 13, 2025
It is with deep sorrow and heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Steven Anthony Roberts, who left this world peacefully on October 13, 2025, at the age of 70. Steven was born on May 26, 1955, in Fort Oglethorpe, Georgia, to Henry and Lois Roberts. He lived a life rich in experiences, love, and adventure.Steven's journey took him...
Maria Teresa Seckler
Oct 12, 2025
"In Loving Memory of Teresa Seckler
Born in Ponferrada, Spain, Teresa's life was guided by faith from the very beginning. Her journey carried her through Portugal and Canada before she found her true home in Abilene, Texas.
A devoted daughter to her beloved mother, Teresa carried that same love and care into every part of her life. For nearly sixty...
Raymond "Ray" Larry Shaw
Oct 10, 2025
Raymond "Ray" Larry Shaw; Beloved Husband, Father, Grampy, and Lifelong Longhorn
Raymond "Ray" Shaw, known to friends and colleagues simply as Shaw, and to his grandkids and great-grandkids as the beloved Grampy, has passed away peacefully on October 10, 2025. He was 87 years old, and so full of stories, laughter, and the kind of wisdom you only get after...
Rodney Melvin Brooks
Oct 9, 2025
Rodney Melvin Brooks was born April 23, 1967, in Abilene, Texas. While residing with his beloved grandmother Zilpher Sims, he attended Abilene public schools. At a young age, Rodney developed a passion for music. As time went on, he learned to play the guitar and write his own music. He also had a passion for playwriting and filmography. He wrote...
Kay Musemeche
Oct 8, 2025
Kay Musemeche, 69, of Stamford, Texas, passed away peacefully on October 8, 2025. She was born on July 28, 1956, in Abilene, Texas, to Laverne and Charles Horn.
Kay was preceded in death by her parents, Laverne and Charles Horn; her brother, Charles Russell "Rusty" Horn and his wife Betsy; and her brother-in-law, Sam Peak.
She is survived by her devoted husband,...
Orneita Burton
Oct 5, 2025
Orneita Burton was born April 6, 1957, in Blytheville, Arkansas, and was the daughter of the late Rennie and Everlena Gray. Orneita was a faithful Christian, serving humbly in the church and community until her passing.
As a professor of Operations Management, Information Systems (ERP, E-Commerce, Business Intelligence/Data Analysis), and Microeconomics at Abilene Christian University (ACU), she worked diligently even...
Otis Andre Guthrie
Sep 30, 2025
Otis Andre Guthrie passed away on Tuesday, September 30, 2025, in Abilene, Texas. A memorial service will be held on Thursday, October 9, 2025, at 10:00 AM at Elmwood Funeral Home, 5750 Hwy 277 South, Abilene, Texas.
Andre was born in Seattle, Washington, on June 30, 1964, to his father, Otis Guthrie, and his mother, Roberta Guthrie. He attended...
Judy Ingram
Sep 30, 2025
Judy Janet Ingram passed away peacefully on Tuesday, September 30, 2025, in Abilene, Texas. She was born on September 23, 1945, in Corpus Christi, Texas, to her parents, George and Veary Clair.
A memorial service celebrating Judy's life will be held on Thursday, October 16, 2025, at 1:00 PM at Elmwood Funeral Home, 5750 Hwy 277 South, Abilene, Texas.
For...
Koti Lynn Goolsby-White
Sep 29, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Koti Lynn Goolsby aka Koti Lynn White, who left this world on September 29, 2025, at the young age of 21. Born on July 21, 2004, in Abilene, Texas, Koti was a beloved soulmate, daughter, sister, great-granddaughter, granddaughter, niece, cousin, and friend who touched the lives of everyone who...
Susan Lenville
Sep 19, 2025
Susan M. (Panaia) Lenville, age 80 of Springfield, Massachusetts, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend, passed away on Friday, September 19, 2025 at Mercy Medical Center with her husband of 60 years, her daughter, and her grandchildren by her side.
Born in Springfield, MA to the late Ellery and Mary Jeanette (Perkins) Panaia, Susan enjoyed weekends at...
Scott Hassel
Sep 19, 2025
Scott Hassel never met a stranger, and he never passed up the chance to share a laugh, a story, or an encouraging word. On September 19, 2025, Scott finished his race here on earth and is now swapping stories and cheering for his family and "the Longhorns" from above.
Born in Peru, Indiana to Auslin and Gene Hassel on August...
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