Obituaries

Barbara Ash

Aug 24, 2023

Barbara Jean Ash, 89, of Abilene, TX, died peacefully in her sleep at home on Thursday, August 24, 2023. She was born July 10, 1934, in Memphis, Tennessee, to Russell and Verenice Bailey.

As her father pursued his career as an Industrial Engineer for the U.S. Government, Barbara and her family lived in Tennessee, Virginia, Florida, and Alabama. Her...

Elizabeth Herrera

Aug 23, 2023

Elizabeth M. Herrera, 89, gracefully passed away on Wednesday, August 23, 2023, in Abilene, Texas, surrounded by her loved ones. She leaves behind a legacy of love, faith, and unwavering dedication to her family and community. A visitation to celebrate her life will be held from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM on Sunday, August 27, 2023, at Elmwood Funeral Home,...

Virginia Reagan

Aug 21, 2023

Virginia "Earlyne" Abbott Reagan 83 years old, passed away on Monday, August 21, 2023, at her home in Hawley surrounded by her family and beloved dog, Annie.

Visitation will be 6:00 to 8:00 PM, Wednesday, August 23, 2023, at Elmwood Funeral Home, 5750 US Hwy 277 in Abilene. Funeral service will be 9:00 AM, Thursday, August 24, 2023, in...

Edith Connel

Aug 20, 2023

Edith Marian Peters Connel was born June 9, 1939 to Johnnie and Fayrene Peters in Temple, Texas. She was preceded in death by her parents; three sisters, Donna, Sibyl, and Katherine; and her beloved husband, Bob Connel.

She is survived by her four children and eleven grandchildren, her son, John Connel and wife Suzanne of Grayson, GA and their four...

Melissa Hayes

Aug 17, 2023

Melissa Lynne Hayes, a vibrant and passionate New Yorker with a love for all things Halloween, passed away on August 17, 2023, at the age of 49. Born on January 14, 1974, in Rome, New York, she was the daughter of Douglas and Darlene Areskog. Melissa's vibrant spirit, love for family, and zest for life left an indelible mark on...

Julian Borrego

Aug 15, 2023

Julian C. Borrego, 72, passed away Tuesday, August 15, 2023 in Abilene, Texas. A visitation will be 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM with a rosary beginning at 7:00 PM on Monday, August 21, 2023 in the Elmwood Funeral Home Chapel, 5750 Hwy 277 South. A funeral service will be held 2:00 PM, Tuesday, August 22, 2023 in the Elmwood Funeral...

Jenette David

Aug 14, 2023

Jenette David, born on October 9, 1937, in Winters, Texas, to Kavanaugh and Lois Crowe, embarked on her final journey on August 14, 2023. A visitation will be held on Thursday, August 17, 2023, from 5:00-7:00 PM, at Elmwood Funeral Home Chapel, 5750 Hwy 277 South, Abilene, Tx. Funeral Services will be held on Friday, August 18, 2023, 9:30am, at...

Ardis Fisher

Aug 14, 2023

Ardis Hurshel Fisher, 90, went to be with the Lord Monday, August 14, 2023. Visitation will be 5:00-7:00 PM, Sunday, August 20, 2023 at Elmwood Funeral Home, 5750 Hwy 277 South. A funeral service will be held at 10:00 AM, Monday, August 2023 in the Elmwood Funeral Home Chapel, 5750 Hwy 277 South. Interment will follow the service in Elmwood...

MSgt Robert Leavitt USAF (Ret)

Aug 13, 2023

Robert Dean "Bob" Leavitt was born in Smithtown, New York on September 24, 1937 and entered into eternal rest on August 13, 2023 at the age of 85. He was able to spend his last days surrounded by loved ones at Hendrick Hospice Care.

After graduating high school, Bob proudly served his country in the United States Air Force. During...

Prentice Martin

Aug 12, 2023

Prentice Lane Martin, 91 of Abilene, Texas passed away at his home on August 12, 2023, after a devastating diagnosis of pancreatic cancer on July 19,2023. He was surrounded by his devoted family who are heartbroken. Visitation will be Wednesday August 23,2023 from 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM at Elmwood Funeral Home at 5750 Hwy 277 South. A funeral service...

Lanette Culp

Aug 10, 2023

Lanette Denise Culp, 71, went to be with the Lord Thursday, August 10, 2023 in Abilene, Texas. A visitation will begin at 1:00 PM, Wednesday, August 16, 2023 in the Elmwood Funeral Home Chapel, 5750 Hwy 277 South. The funeral service will begin at 2:00 PM following the visitation.

Lanette was born February 23, 1952 in San Angelo,...

Vickie Goode

Aug 6, 2023

Vickie Carol Goode, a beloved daughter, sister, mother, Mimi, educator, and inspiration to all who knew her, passed away on Sunday, August 6, 2023, at the age of 65 in Abilene, Texas. Her life was a testament to strength, kindness, and a deep appreciation for the beauty of the world around her. A Celebration of Life will be held Saturday,...

Lauro Michael Galan

Aug 5, 2023

 

Michael Galan, a beloved son, brother, and friend, went to heaven August 5, 2023.   Michael was the cherished child of Lauro Galan and Linda Vedro. A visitation will be 9:00 – 11: 00 AM, Thursday, August 10, 2023 in the Elmwood Funeral Home Chapel, 5750 Hwy 277 South. Following the visitation the funeral service will begin at 11:00 AM. Interment will follow the service in...

William (Bill) Dale Rodgers

Aug 3, 2023

William (Bill) Dale Rodgers, 70, passed away suddenly on August 3, 2023, in Abilene, Texas.

Bill was born in Tulare, California on October 14, 1952, to Curtis Rodgers and Mary Davis and raised by his loving grandparents, William Ligon and Edith Russell. He was a loving and devoted husband to his wife Patti (never missing their daily sonic run...

Kimber Lee Chevalier

Jul 29, 2023

Kim, as most of her friends and family knew her, was a caring and compassionate wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother, sister, daughter, and friend. She left us after a long battle with Parkinson's on July 29th. She was a fighter and did not let the disease bring her down.

Kim was born on September 2, 1960, to Bob and...

Donald Johnson

Jul 28, 2023

Donald "Lynn" Johnson-Navy Seaman

Donald "Lynn" Johnson, 76 of Abilene Texas passed away July 28,2023.

Visitation will be held Tuesday August 1, 2023 from 5:00 PM- 7:00 PM at Elmwood Funeral Home Family Center at 5750 Hwy 277 South. Funeral Service will be held at Elmwood Chapel Wednesday, August 2, 2023 at 9:30 AM. Graveside to follow at...

Betty Joanna Evans

Jul 27, 2023

 

Betty Joanna Howell Evans, 94, of Abilene, Texas, passed away on July 27, 2023, in Abilene, Texas.

A visitation will be held from 5:00 pm-7:00 pm, Monday, July 31, 2023, in the Elmwood Funeral Home’s Family Center, 5750 Hwy 277 South. A funeral service will be held at 10:00 am, Tuesday, August 1, 2023, in the Elmwood Funeral Home...

Alice O’Neill

Jul 22, 2023

Alice O'Neill, 95, passed away on Saturday, July 22,2023 in Abilene, Texas. A visitation and rosary will be held on Thursday July 27,2023 from 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM at Elmwood Funeral Home Chapel, 5750 Hwy 277 South. A mass service will be held at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, 837 Jeanette St. on Friday, July 28,2023 from 10:00 AM -...

Shirley B. Jones Snow

Jul 18, 2023

Shirley B. Jones Snow of Abilene, Texas passed away on July 18, 2023. Shirley was born December 9, 1944 to parents C.B. and Deloris Pentecost of Lawn, Texas.

She graduated from Jim Ned High School in 1963 where she was active in Basketball, a Majorette, played the drums, and was band queen. During her childhood she enjoyed life on the...

Donna A. Gordon

Jul 18, 2023

Donna A. Gordon, a loving wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, passed away peacefully at her home surrounded by her family on July 18, 2023. A visitation will be held on Monday, July 24, 2023 at Elmwood Funeral Home Chapel, 5750 Hwy 277 South, Abilene, TX. Funeral Services will follow the visitation at 11:00am.

Donna was born on September 24, 1942,...