Obituaries

Feb 7, 2026

Feb 6, 2026

Lena Jaquez passed away on Friday, February 6, 2026, in Midland, TX.

Visitation will be held on Thursday, February 12, 2026, from 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM at Elmwood Funeral Home, 5750 Hwy 277 South, Abilene, TX. Funeral services will be Friday, February 13, 2026, at 10:00 AM at Elmwood Funeral Home, 5750 Hwy 277 South, Abilene, TX. Interment will follow...

Feb 4, 2026

Lt. Col. Richard (Rich) Mars Reitan (Ret.) 80, took his last flight on 4 February 2026. He was born in Pasadena, California on 1 January 1946, to John and Margaret Reitan. He received an appointment to the United States Air Force Academy in 1963 and obtained his commission in June 1967, the same month he married high school sweetheart, Judith...

Feb 3, 2026

Dwight Painter passed away peacefully on the morning of February 3, 2026, at 6:45 a.m., surrounded by family who loved him deeply.

Born on November 11, 1928, in Nocona Texas to Gilbert Frances and Byrdeen Painter, Dwight was raised in West Texas, where he learned early the values of hard work, loyalty, and independence. He was a standout athlete at...

Feb 1, 2026

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Paul Michael Davis,( Mike) who departed this life on February 1, 2026, at the age of 79. A memorial service will be held in Mike's honor on February 16, 2026, at 2:00 PM at the Elmwood Funeral Home Chapel, located in Abilene, TX. Prior to the service, family and...

Jan 29, 2026

Jacqueline Henderson Napier passed away peacefully, surrounded by her loving family, on January 29, 2026. Services will be held Monday, February 9, 2026 at 11:00 AM, at Elmwood Funeral Home in Abilene, Tx. Visitation will begin at 10:00 AM.

Jackie was born on August 7, 1933 in Fredericksburg, TX. She lived on the Henderson family ranch outside of Eldorado, where...

Jan 27, 2026

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Melanie Denise Hunsaker, of Abilene, Texas, who went to be with the Lord on January 27, 2026, at the age of 70. Melanie was born on July 18, 1955, in Mesa, Arizona, to LeRoy and Dolores Hahn.Melanie devoted many years of her life to her family and public service....

Jan 26, 2026

Peggy Annett Inman, 85, passed away peacefully January 26, 2026. A visitation will be 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM, Wednesday, February 4, 2026 at Elmwood Funeral Home, 5750 Hwy 277 South. Funeral services will be 2:00 PM, Thursday, February 5, 2026 in the Elmwood Funeral Home Chapel, 5750 Hwy 277 South. Interment will follow the service at Elmwood Memorial Park.

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Jan 25, 2026

Demario Exavien-Pedroza Falcon gained his angel wings on January 25, 2026. A visitation will be 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM, Tuesday, February 3, 2026 in the Elmwood Funeral Home Chapel, 5750 Hwy 277 South. Funeral services will be 2:00 PM, Wednesday, February 4, 2026 at Graham Street Church of Christ, 2158 Graham Street, Abilene, Texas. Interment will follow at Elmwood...

Jan 24, 2026

Alfred "Freddie" Martinez Jr., 79, passed away on Saturday, January 24, 2026, in Abilene, Texas.A visitation will be held on Thursday, February 5, 2026, from 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM, followed by a rosary from 7:00 PM to 8:00 PM, at Elmwood Funeral Home, 5750 Hwy 277 South, Abilene, Texas. A funeral service will be held on Friday, February 6,...

Jan 23, 2026

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Pat Wayne Phillips Sr., a devoted husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather and friend, who departed this life on January 23, 2026. Born May 18, 1958, in Odessa, Texas, Pat brought joy, kindness, and laughter to all who knew him. He made his home in Abilene, Texas, where he built...

Jan 22, 2026

James Randall "Randy" AlexanderOctober 23, 1944 - January 22, 2026

James Randall "Randy" Alexander, 81, of Abilene, Texas, passed away peacefully at home on January 22, 2026, with his son by his side. He was born on October 23, 1944, in Abilene, and his birth was attended by his grandfather, Dr. Jim Alexander, as he was delivered into the world.

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Jan 22, 2026

Randy Lee Owens, born on February 15, 1973, in Abilene, Texas, passed away January 22, 2026. Randy was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and friend, cherished by all who knew him and celebrated for his vibrant spirit and love for life.

 Randy called Abilene home most of his life but enjoyed 11 years in Casper Wyoming.  He was proudly serving...

Jan 22, 2026

Martha Elaine Davidson met Jesus face to face on Thursday, January 22nd, 2026.

She was born to James and Georgianna Allverson in Dallas, Texas, where she grew up and attended school. She graduated high school and moved on to attend college at UTA and later UTEP. While in school, she met the love of her life, Hugh Davidson, who she was...

Jan 21, 2026

SFC Clyde Phillippe Normand (ret) 1950 - 2026

Clyde Phillippe Normand, 75, of Abilene, Texas died January 21, 2026 from complications of Agent Orange diseases.

Phil was born on December 18, 1950 in Evansville, Indiana to Clyta Mae (Hart) and Herve Joseph Normand. He graduated from Owensboro Senior High School, Owensboro, Kentucky, in 1969, where he enlisted in United States...

Jan 14, 2026

Madie Newman entered her heavenly home on January 14, 2026, at the age of 98. She was born on March 31, 1927, in Tuscola, Texas, to Elmo and Ruby Jones. Madie grew up in Tuscola, where she attended elementary through high school, before graduating from McMurry University in 1949.

While in college, Madie met the love of her life, Robert Newman....

Jan 13, 2026

Thomas H. Macke entered peacefully into eternal life on January 13, 2026. Tom was born to S. J. and Dorothy Macke on June 27, 1944, in North Platte, Nebraska. Tom married his high school sweetheart, Diana Robinson, February 8, 1964. Their 62-year union was blessed with four children: one daughter Julie (Ronda), and three sons: Tom (Cheryl), Jim (Kristi), and...

Jan 12, 2026

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Christine Torres, who left us peacefully on January 12, 2026, at the age of 69. Born on November 13, 1956, Christine lived a life filled with love, compassion, and devotion to her family and community. A cherished resident of Abilene, Texas, she dedicated over 20 years of her life...

Jan 10, 2026

Julie Ann Spicer Pachicano, 42, joined her Lord and Savior on Saturday, January 10, 2026. A visitation will be held from 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM on Sunday, January 18, 2026. Funeral services will be at 2:00 PM on Monday, January 19, 2026, in the Elmwood Funeral Home Chapel, 5750 Highway 277 South.

Julie was born on August 18, 1983, in...

Jan 10, 2026

Janet Marie (Burns) Ulrich, age 83, of Abilene, Texas, passed away peacefully on January 10, 2026.

Janet was born in Paris, Texas, to J.L. "Spec" Burns and Marie Burns. When Janet was 12 years old, her father passed away. Her mother later married Melvin Layne, who lovingly raised Janet as his own child and remained a devoted presence in her life.

She...