Obituaries

Maureen Fisher

Jan 15, 2025

Maureen Beth Fisher, a remarkable woman whose love and spirit touched the lives of many, passed away peacefully on January 15, 2025, at the age of 74. She was born in Amsterdam, New York on April 20, 1950. Her father was an active duty United States Air Force member, settling in Abilene in the 1970s. Maureen spent her early adult...

Teresa Ann Marie Moates

Jan 14, 2025

Dr. Joe L Kethley

Jan 9, 2025

Diego Hernandez

Jan 9, 2025

Diego Hernandez, 60, passed away on January 9, 2025, in Abilene, Texas.

On November 13, 1964, Diego was born in Ciudad Acuna, Mexico to his parents Melquiadez and Bruna.

Visitation will be held Thursday, January 16, 2025, 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM at Elmwood Funeral Home 5750 Hwy 277 South. Funeral service will be held on Friday, January 17, 2025, at 12:00...

Jason Thompson

Jan 4, 2025

Jason (Duke) Eugene Thompson was born in Dempsey Town, Pennsylvania on December 16, 1936, to his loving parents, Harold and Esther Thompson. He graduated from Oil City High School. From there he served his country in the United States Air Force. He retired after 20 years proudly serving his country.

He married Patsy Thompson in 1961, while he was serving...

Barbara Orr

Jan 4, 2025

Barbara Lee Orr, 78, of Baird, followed the love of her life, Bob, into heaven on January 4th. Visitation will be held on Wednesday the 8th, from 6-8pm at Elmwood Funeral Home in Abilene, TX. Graveside services on Thursday the 9th at 2 pm at Elmwood Memorial Park. Barbara was born in Ottumwa, Iowa, on April 5, 1946 to Harry...

Mary Cave

Dec 30, 2024

Mary Cave, 67, of Abilene, Texas, passed away peacefully on December 30, 2024. Family and friends are invited to celebrate her life on Tuesday, January 7, 2024, at the Elmwood Funeral Home’s Family Center, located at 5750 Hwy 277 South. A visitation will be held from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM, followed by a graveside service at 1:00 PM in...

Byron Clover

Dec 29, 2024

Byron Eugene Clover, aged 61, passed away on 29 December 2024.

Byron was born December 25, 1963 in Hampton, Virginia. He grew up in Abilene TX and lived there all his life. He was employed for over thirty years as an automotive technician by several shops. He became known locally for his craft and was highly reputed as being...

Janet Martin Bannister

Dec 26, 2024

Mother, Daughter, Grandmother, Sister, Wife, and Auntie. Janet was all this and more, but now gone too soon. She passed December 26th in her home in Texas surrounded by family. Her memorial service and reception will be back in Washington State on Saturday March 1, 2025 at Maltby Christian Assembly from 12:00pm-4:00pm. We are asking everyone attending to wear their...

Anita Brown

Dec 26, 2024

Anita Irene Raymer Brown, 77, of Abilene, Texas, left her earthly home into the arms of Jesus on December 26, 2024, after a lengthy illness.

Anita truly knew that it was more blessed to give than to receive and her generosity knew no bounds. She was a beloved wife, daughter, mother, Nonnie, coworker, volunteer, friend and sister to many...

Kay McDaniel

Dec 24, 2024

With a personality and heart as big as Texas, Kay Hodges McDaniel died on Dec. 24, 2024, after a sudden cancer diagnosis. She celebrated Christmas and her 80th birthday just three days before surrounded by her family.

During World War II, Kay's parents, George and Jackie, were sent to Miami, Fla., where she was born on Dec. 21, 1944....

Jack Goble

Dec 24, 2024

Jack Allen Goble, 87, of Abilene passed away after an eight-year battle with Parkinson's disease. He was born on October 2, 1937, in Callahan County, Texas, to Herman and Thelma (Connel) Goble. The oldest of five children, Jack grew up in Baird and Clyde, Texas, graduating from Clyde High School in 1956.

18 years old, Jack Goble, entered the U.S....

Mark Alaniz

Dec 23, 2024

Mark Adolfo Alaniz 38 of Abilene Texas, passed away on December 23,2024. He was born on October 24, 1986 to Gloria and Ricardo Alaniz.

Visitation will be held on Thursday, January 9, 2025, 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM at Elmwood Funeral Home Chapel 5750 Hwy 277 South Abilene, Texas. Funeral services will be held on Friday, January 10, 2025...

Lyle Ramsey

Dec 19, 2024

Lyle Marlene Ramsey (11-1-30 – 12-19-24) made her transition at the age of 94. She was a beautiful soul who blossomed once she left High School in Verden, Oklahoma. Geology fascinated her while at the University of Oklahoma in Norman after which she worked for Shell Oil for a short time before she moved to Ramsey Petroleum Co. and married...

Guadalupe Alcala

Dec 15, 2024

Guadalupe "Lou" Alcala of Abilene Tx was born in San Antonio Tx on July 18th, 1945 to Raul and Maria Campos Gonzales; their first daughter of six children. She met and married the love of her life, Joe Alcala, and together they traveled the world during his long US Air Force career.

Visitation will be held on Wednesday, December 18, 2024,...

Jimmy Reinier

Dec 13, 2024

Jimmy Don was born in Clovis, New Mexico on May 15, 1955 to Mary Lou and James Coffee. Jim recently passed away at the age of 69.

He was the first of three children to Mary Lou. Jim was the cutest little boy who loved having animals around him. He grew up loving music, especially The Beatles, The Doors,...

Sandra Steele

Dec 13, 2024

Sandra "Sandy" Joyce Steele, born on July 29, 1956, passed away on December 13, 2024, in Abilene, Texas. 

Sandy will be remembered for her kind and compassionate spirit. She had a deep love for both people and animals, always extending her care and generosity to those around her. Her creativity and sweetness left a lasting impression on everyone fortunate enough to...

Vivian Cisneros

Dec 13, 2024

Vivian Cisneros, 64, of Stamford, Texas, entered her heavenly home on Friday, December 13, 2024. She lived a life filled with faith, love, and service, leaving behind a legacy that will be cherished by all who knew her.

Visitation will be held from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM on Thursday, December 19, 2024, at Elmwood Funeral Home, 5750 Hwy 277...

Michael Seigler

Dec 10, 2024

Michael James Seigler entered into eternal rest on December 10, 2024, leaving behind a legacy of love, resilience, and determination.

He is survived by his loving wife, Crystal Seigler; their 6 sons, James Seigler, Sam Seigler, Zack Seigler, Shane Alexander and his wife Sarah, Logan Alexander, and stepson, Jesse Sullivan and his wife Kate. He is also survived by...

Sammi Fowler

Dec 8, 2024