Abilene, TX Obituaries

David Allen Tweelings, born on March 19, 1954, in Midland, passed away on November 28, 2025, at the age of 71. David was a resident of Abilene, Texas.

James Kimball, born on August 29, 1946, 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. He 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, born on September 18, 1930, in Nagoya, Japan, passed away on November 9, 2025, at the age of 95. She was a resident of Abilene, Texas.

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, age 69, of Abilene, Texas passed away on Thursday, August 7, 2025.

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...

Dusty Curtis Burleson was born at Hendrick Hospital on September 10th, 1985, to Henry and LeaAnn Burleson. He passed peacefully surrounded by family and friends at Hendrick Hospital, after an unexpect...

It is with great joy that on August 4, 2025, Barbara Ann Martinez departed this life and found her place among the angels. Born in Loraine, Texas on February 18, 1964, Barbara wore many hats and carri...

Jennifer Lyn Cypher joined her parents after an extended battle with multiple health issues in Abilene, Texas on July 31, 2025. She was born on January 2,1978 in Dallas and was adopted by SSgt Patrick...

Raymond M. Moreno, 89, of Abilene passed away on July 29, 2025, surrounded by his family. Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Tuesday, August 5, 2025, at 2:00 PM at Sacred Heart Catholic Churc...

Raymond Paul Mitchell of Marshall, Texas, passed away peacefully on July 24, 2025, surrounded by loved ones. A proud veteran of the United States Air Force, Ray dedicated over 22 years of honorable se...

Gerald “Jerry” Kenneth Gardner, 74, of Abilene passed away on July 22, 2025, in Abilene, Texas. Funeral Services will be held on Tuesday, July 29, 2025, at 11:00 AM at Elliott-Hamil Funeral Home 5701...

With grateful hearts and tearful eyes, we announce the passing of Ralph Edward Simpson, a cherished father, loyal friend and faithful follower of God, who entered eternal rest on July 18, 2025, at the...

Jimmie Lou Martinez, 73, of Abilene, passed away on Wednesday, July 16, 2025, in Abilene. Born on July 18, 1951, to the late Jake Edward LaRoe and Opal Christine Vick LaRoe, Jimmie was a true West Tex...

Paul Marlin, 79, of Abilene, passed away on Tuesday, July 15, 2025 in Abilene. He was born on March 29, 1946 in Abilene to the late Harold T. Marlin and Helen Vera Young Marlin. He is survived by h...

Doris Alene Kitchens, 92, of Abilene, passed away on Wednesday, July 16, 2025 in Abilene. She was born on September 10, 1932 in Roby, TX to the late Loyd Rogers and Elsie Hertenberger Rogers. Doris ...