Wanda Collett
Jan 28, 2024
Wanda Lou McCarthey Collett, 73, of Abilene, Texas went to be with her Lord and Savior on Sunday, January 28, 2024. Visitation will be 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM, Wednesday, January 31, 2024, at Elmwood Funeral Home, 5750 Hwy 277 South. Funeral services will be at 10:00 AM, Thursday, February 1, 2024 in the Elmwood Funeral Home Chapel, 5750 Hwy...
Juanita Lopez
Jan 26, 2024
Juanita was born Nov. 11, 1928, in San Saba to Nicolas and Sixta Esquivel. She married Jose R. Lopez in San Angelo, TX on July 9, 1947 and moved to Abilene in 1951 to raise her family.
She worked for Lee & Ruth Caldwell as a housekeeper for 32 years. She was a dedicated member of Overflow Worship Center....
Thomas Cranor
Jan 24, 2024
Thomas Edward Cranor, 65, of Abilene passed away Wednesday, January 24, 2024, at his home. Tom was born March 5, 1958, in Casper, Wyoming, to the late Aubrey B. and Ruth Eileen (McKinzie) Cranor. Tom is survived by his brother, Daniel Cranor and wife Michelle (Prewit) Cranor with niece, Kacee of Abilene; his sister, Mary (Cranor) House and husband Shaun...
Vicky Doss
Jan 24, 2024
Vicky Bell, born on December 25th, 1944, in Abilene, Texas, peacefully departed this world on January 24, 2024. She was the beloved daughter of Jean McDonald Bell and William L. Bell, both of whom preceded her in death.
Vicky graduated from Abilene High School and went on to pursue her passion for dental hygiene. She worked tirelessly for the Texas...
Melissa Bargelski
Jan 23, 2024
Melissa Ann Bargelski, a devoted Christian, spread her wings and ascended to be with the Lord on January 23, 2024, after valiantly battling cancer. She was 52 years old. A visitation will be 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM, on Wednesday, January 31, 2024, at Elmwood Funeral Home, 5750 Hwy 277 South. Funeral services will be 10:00 AM, Thursday, February 1,...
Lois Brooks
Jan 22, 2024
Lois "Curly" Brooks, 92, of Abilene, TX, made his departure on January 22nd, 2024.
Graveside services will be January 29, 2024 at 1:00pm at the Ridge Park Cemetery, Julatka St. Hillsboro, TX 76645.
Lois "Curly" Brooks was born in Leona, TX, on January 30, 1931. He attended Centerville School District. He married Earlene Samuel Harrell in 1958 in...
Shirley Davila
Jan 21, 2024
Shirley Frances Davila left this life peacefully on January 21, 2024 in Abilene, Texas, to be rejoined with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ at the age of 83. Her family was gathered at her side with prayers and heartfelt sentiments. Shirley was born on November 19, 1940, in Fort Worth, Texas. She was a resident of Abilene for the...
Virginia Dwinal
Jan 21, 2024
Virginia Dwinal, 93, passed away on Sunday January 21, 2024, in Abilene, Texas.
Funeral services will be held on Friday January 26, 2024 at 11:00 AM at Elmwood Funeral Home Chapel, 5750 Hwy 277 South, Abilene, Texas. Internment will follow at Elmwood Memorial Park.
Virginia was born in Corozal, Puerto Rico to her father Juan Matos and mother Maria Castellano on August...
Bob Ake
Jan 20, 2024
Bob Edward Ake, 77, passed away on January 20, 2024, in Abilene, Texas, leaving behind a legacy of warmth, hard work, and love. Born in Bryan, Texas, to George and Dorothy Ake on March 1, 1946, Bob's journey through life was marked by dedication to family and a diverse set of skills.
Growing up in Abilene, Texas, Bob attended...
Lee Lantrip
Jan 19, 2024
Lee Ellis Lantrip, aged 90, entered into eternal rest on January 19, 2024 in Abilene, Texas. Born on May 3, 1933, in Anson, Texas, to the proud parents Westly and Verna Lantrip, he lived a life devoted to faith, family, and service.
Lee's journey began in Anson, where he graduated from Anson High School. In 1951, he answered the call to...
Norma Marie Hill
Jan 17, 2024
Our beautiful mother and sister Norma Marie Hill, "HONEY," was born in Wichita, Kansas, December 22, 1943. She left us peacefully, surrounded by family, January 17, 2024. She was preceded in death by her loving parents Bentley and Wilma VanWey, husband, Roger Earl Hill, daughter Regina Marie Hill and her brother Byron VanWey. She is survived by her children: daughter...
Charles White
Jan 17, 2024
Charles Franklin White passed away peacefully in his sleep on January 17, 2024 at the age of 84. "Bear", as his friends and family affectionately called him, was born on September 14, 1939 to Samuel Ava White and Grace Kathrine Logsdon White in Vernon, Texas. His family relocated to Abilene, Texas where Charles graduated from Abilene High School with the...
Jack Turner
Jan 15, 2024
Billy “Jack” Turner
November 18, 1928 – January 15, 2024
Billy “Jack” Turner, age 95, passed away on January 15, 2024, surrounded by his loving family. Jack was born on November 18, 1928, in Bonham, Texas to Virgil Turner and Ruth Thornhill-Turner. He was the middle child of three children, born in an era where hard work and family were of utmost...
Lawrence Mason
Jan 14, 2024
Lawrence "Larry" Mason, beloved son of Lambert Mason and Mary Mason, was born on January 9, 1953, in Abilene, Texas. He passed away on January 14, 2024, in his hometown. Larry's life was filled with remarkable experiences and genuine connections that left an indelible mark on all who had the pleasure of knowing him.
Larry's journey started after serving four years...
Christopher Garcia
Jan 12, 2024
Christopher Daniel Garcia (54), of Abilene, Texas, passed away on Friday, January 12, 2024, with family by his side. Christopher, fondly known as Chris, was born to Mary and Dan Garcia on March 16, 1969, in Fort Worth, Texas. He was raised in Abilene, Texas and attended Cooper High School. Chris was devoted father to his son, Dylan and loving...
Rosalee Schmidt
Jan 9, 2024
Rosalee Jones Schmidt, age 85, of Abilene, TX passed away in Chattanooga, TN.
Rosalee was born October 24, 1938 to Vollie "Catline" Jones and Margaret Lucille Jones on October 24, 1938. She grew up in Abilene, TX and has spent the past two years in Chattanooga, TN with her loving family. She was an elementary school teacher, and a Realtor...
Tracy Bevill
Jan 5, 2024
Tracy Lemuel Bevill Jr. April 7th 1988 - January 5th 2024
Funeral Services will be Saturday, January 27, 2024 at 10:00am at the Elmwood Funeral Home. Visitation, Friday, January 26, 2024 from 5:00pm - 7:00pm at Elmwood Funeral Home.
Tracy Bevill Jr was born on April 7th 1988 to Catherine Lopez and Tracy Bevill Sr in...
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