Abilene, TX Obituaries

Stephen Frank Owen, lovingly known as “Papa” was born on June 24, 1955, at Hendricks Hospital in Abilene, Texas. He passed away leaving behind a legacy of deep faith, unwavering love, and a family hel...

Tami Lin Riley, born on July 31, 1963, passed away on December 16, 2025, at the age of 62. Tami Lin Riley was a resident of Abilene, Texas.

Colleen Hadley Worley passed away on December 16, 2025, at the age of 93. She was a resident of Abilene, Texas. A visitation will be held at Elliott-Hamil Funeral Home, located at 5701 Highway 277 So...

Marie Agnes Claxon, born on May 17, 1949, passed away on December 15, 2025, at the age of 76. Marie Agnes Claxon was a resident of Abilene, Texas.

Michael Lynn Sine, born on November 8, 1951, passed away on December 12, 2025, at the age of 74. Michael was a resident of Abilene, Texas. A committal service will be held at Glen Abbey Memorial Gard...

Wilma Eudean Perrin, a cherished and compassionate soul, passed away on December 11, 2025, at the age of 93. Born on May 1, 1932, in Merkel, Texas, Wilma was the kind-hearted daughter of Frank Wilmer ...

Stuart Dean Lindley, born on March 8, 1941, in McCamey, Texas, passed away on December 10, 2025, at the age of 84. He was a resident of Abilene, Texas. May the arms of the Lord embrace the larger-tha...

Delbert L. (Bud) Peterson passed from this life at his home in Lubbock, Texas on December 7, 2025, at the age of 92. Bud was born to Lester L. Peterson and Valvee Van Cleave Peterson in Abilene, Texas...

We are sad to announce the passing of Leo John Smith of Abilene, TX, on December 5, 2025, at the age of 92. He was born on August 8, 1933, in North Dakota. He leaves behind to cherish and honor his m...

Mateo Angel Iturbe was born in Texas on December 3, 2025, and passed away on December 4, 2025. He was a resident of Abilene, Texas.

David Tweelings, 71, of Abilene, Texas, passed peacefully at his home overlooking his picturesque property on Lake Fort Phantom, surrounded by loved ones and close family friends on November 28th. 202...

James Philip Kimball was born on August 29, 1946, in Minneapolis, Minnesota. He passed away on November 24, 2025, at the age of 79. He was a resident of Abilene, Texas.

Mike Edward Manuel, born on March 18, 1957, passed away on November 20, 2025, at the age of 68. Mike was a resident of Post, Texas.

Betty Allene Hicks, born on April 30, 1945, to parents Lloyd McGuire and Selma (Harris) McGuire, passed away on November 19, 2025, at the age of 80. Betty was known for her compassionate, generous, ho...

Joyce Ann Watts, 79, of Waxahachie, formerly of Denton, passed away peacefully on November 16, 2025. Graveside services in her honor will be held on Tuesday, November 25, 2025, at 1:00 PM at Buffalo ...

Tony Franklin Smart, 65, of Abilene passed away on November 14, 2025. Tony was born on May 27, 1960, along with his twin sister to Coley Franklin Smart and the late Elsie Mae (Cain) Smart. He was bor...

Lynn Thornton Watson was born on December 3, 1943, in Jackson, MS. Lynn passed away on October 28, 2025, at the age of 81. Lynn was a resident of Abilene, Texas.

Nell Travis Teague Grant, 86, of Abilene passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on November 14, 2025. Services celebrating her life will be held on Monday, November 17, 2025, at 1:00 PM in t...

Nobuko Brown, 95, of Abilene, Texas passed away peacefully on November 9, 2025, at the Lyndale Memory Care Unit. A visitation will be held on Friday, December 5, 2025, from 1-2:00 PM in the chapel o...

Celestino S. Barron, 87, of Abilene passed away peacefully on November 9, 2025. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Saturday, November 15, 2025, at 11:00 AM at St. Vincent Pallotti Catholic C...

In Loving Memory of Richard Perkins December 7, 1946 – November 5, 2025 Richard Perkins was born on December 7, 1946, in Sonoma, California, to Bruce and Ella Perkins. Richard showed a strong need to...

Gordon Lee Matheny, a beloved man known for his hard-working and kind-hearted nature, passed away on November 4, 2025, at the age of 77. Born on October 7, 1948, in McCook, Nebraska, he was a cherishe...

Rose Joyce Mullins, 87, of Abilene, passed away peacefully on October 30, 2025, in Abilene, Texas. Rose was born on February 4, 1938, in Stamford, Texas to the late Marshall Warren Freeman and Bessi...

Sara Awilda Torres Velez, age 80, of Abilene, Texas passed away on Monday, October 20, 2025. Sara was born in Puerto Rico.

Lela Faye McNealy, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away peacefully on October 23, 2025, at the age of 66. Lela was born on September 25, 1959, in Midland, Texas, to the ...

In Loving Memory of Felipe Leija. He was born on May 1st, 1945, in Cameron, Texas, to Ventura and Lilly Ornelas Leija. Felipe Leija, a beloved father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, passed away o...

Melinda Zarate Chavana, 54, of Abilene passed away on October 3, 2025, surrounded by her family. A memorial service celebrating her life and legacy will be held on Saturday, October 18, 2025, at 1:0...

Lillie Tampke Braune, age 92, passed away peacefully on Saturday, October 4, 2025, in Abilene, Texas. Visitation will be held on Friday, October 10, from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. at Elliott-Hamil Funeral Hom...

Norma Phillips Hart, age 90, of Westworth Village, Texas passed away on Friday, October 3, 2025. Norma was born in Lahoma, OK.

Deborah Ann Oliver, age 72, of Abilene, Texas passed away on Monday, September 29, 2025. Deborah was born in Abilene. A graveside committal service for Deborah will be held Saturday, October 4, 2025...

Molly Caldwell Cline, beloved mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully on September 28, 2025, in Lincoln, Nebraska, at the age of 81. Known for her lively spirit, passion for the arts, ...

Joseph Octavio Perez, 58, of Clyde, passed away on Sunday, September 28, 2025 in Abilene. He was born on July 6, 1967 in Haskell, TX to Baldemar Perez and Guadalupe Carrasco Perez. Mr. Perez proudly s...

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Antonio “Tony” Angel Carrillo, of Abilene, Texas, who left us on Friday, September 26th, 2025, at the age of 51. Tony was born on January 16, 1974, in Dal...

Tammy Cardenas, a beloved mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away on Tuesday, September 23rd, 2025, in Abilene, Texas, at the age of 61. She was born on September 17th, 1964, in Abilene, to Jerry...

David Patrick Drew, age 70, of Abilene, Texas passed away on Tuesday, September 23, 2025.

Emmersyn Sandra Kay Jowers, age 1 day passed away on Wednesday, September 10, 2025. A graveside service for Emmersyn will be held Friday, September 19, 2025 at 2:00 PM at Elliott-Hamil Funeral Home,...

MaryAnne Davis Monteith, age 78, Abilene resident, passed away peacefully on Saturday, September 13, 2025. A graveside service will be held on Friday, September 26, 2025, at 1:00 PM at Elliott-Hamil...

Rosemary La Verne King went to her heavenly home on Sept 8, 2025 after a short battle with cancer. Family graveside services will be held at Cedar Hill Cemetery on September 12, 2025. She is sur...

Benjamin Franklin Townzen Sr. (BF) of Hawley Texas passed away on Thursday September 4, 2025, at the age of 93. Funeral services celebrating his life and legacy will be held on Tuesday, September 9,...

Leon L. (Tedford) Zachry was born on February 27, 1935, in Abilene, Texas, and lived a life filled by service, love, and devotion to both family and country. After graduating from Eula High School, Le...

Kay Cockerell, 86, of Abilene passed away peacefully on August 25, 2025, surrounded by family. Kay was born on November 9, 1938, in Cisco, Texas. She was one of four daughters born to the late Clyde E...

Grady Lynn Becksworth, 82, of Abilene, TX passed away on August 24, 2025 surrounded by loved ones and holding the hand of his wife Brenda of 60 years. They wed on May 8th, 1965 and created an amazing ...

Robert J. Bowman, 43, of Abilene passed away on August 24, 2025. Robert was born on July 14, 1982. He was raised by his parents, Thomas and Mecca (Merriman) Darby in Abilene, Texas. He attended local...

Jason Edward Pettit, 42, of Abilene, Texas, left this world far too soon on August 19, 2025. Born in Amarillo, Texas on October 20, 1982, Jason spent most of his life in the place that shaped him—surr...

George Loya Gonzales, 50, of Abilene passed away peacefully and suddenly on August 21, 2025, at his residence. Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated on Thursday, August 28, 2025, at 11:00 AM a...

Jackie L. Ray, 71, of Abilene, Texas passed away peacefully on August 14, 2025. Graveside services will be held on Wednesday, August 20, 2025, at 9:00 AM at Buffalo Gap Cemetery under the direction o...

Henry W. Harris, also lovingly called “Pop”, “Uncle Ricky”, and “H” by his family and friends, was born on August 28, 1938 at Wesley Hospital in Oklahoma City, OK. Henry was called home on Monday, Aug...

Julie Elaine Conger, born on March 20, 1956, passed away on August 7, 2025, at the age of 69. Julie was a resident of Abilene, Texas.

Colton David O’Hern, 21, of Abilene passed away on August 9, 2025. A memorial service will be held on Friday, August 22, 2025, at 10:00 AM at Faith Baptist Church with Pastor Travis Sims officiating....

Starla Gwen Smith, 68, of Abilene, passed peacefully into her eternal home with Jesus on August 7, 2025. A visitation for Starla will be held Saturday, August 23, 2025 from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM at El...