James Ables

James Harrell Ables, 77, of Abilene passed away Friday, February 5, 2016 in Abilene.

A funeral service will be held Wednesday, February 10, 2016 at 11:00 AM at Elmwood Funeral Home Chapel. Burial with military honors will follow at Elmwood Memorial Park. Visitation with the family will be Tuesday from 6:00 to 8:00 PM at the funeral home.

James was born on November, 3, 1938 in Erath County to the late Charles Rivers Ables and Opal Doris Ables. He married Linda Whittenberg in Stephenville, TX on January 2, 1959 and had 57 wonderful years together. James proudly served his country in the Air force as an Aircraft Electrician and retired after 29 years of service. He then went to work for the city of Abilene as an Electrician and retired after 23 years of service. He was a member of VFW Post 6873 and enjoyed bowling and spending time with his family and friends.

James is survived by his wife Linda; 2 daughters, Paula Sutcliffe and husband Donald of Abilene, Jamie Fahntrapp and husband Jeffery of Eula; 4 grandchildren, Vanessa Brooks and husband Roy, Jennifer Fahntrapp, Scott Sutcliffe, Jason Fahntrapp; 3 great grandchildren, Christian Burnett, Mason Brooks, Jameson Kayden Fahntrapp; 3 siblings, Nelda Jean Crockett and husband Laudane, Donnie Ables, Freddie Ables and wife Carman; numerous nieces, nephews and dear friends.

In Lieu of flowers the family request donations be made to Hendrick Hospice or St. Judes Childrens Hospital.

Online condolences and memories may be shared with the family at www.elmwoodfuneral.com

Visitation

Visitation

Elmwood Funeral Home
5750 HWY 277 South
Abilene, TX  79606
Tuesday, February 9, 2016
6:00 to 8:00 PM

Service

Funeral Service

Elmwood Funeral Home Chapel
5750 HWY 277 South
Abilene, TX  79606
Wednesday, February 10, 2016
11:00 AM

Cemetery

Elmwood Memorial Park
5750 HWY 277 South
Abilene, TX  79606

Memorial Contributions

Hendrick Hospice Care
PO Box 1922
Abilene, TX  79604


St. Judes Childrens Hospital
501 St Jude Place
Memphis, TN  3810