Obituaries

Salvador Moreno

Dec 5, 2024

Salvador C. Moreno, a cherished husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, passed away peacefully on December 5, 2024, just days shy of his 81st birthday. Born on December 10, 1943, Salvador lived a life marked by dedication, hard work, and an unwavering commitment to his family and community.

Salvador was a man who found joy in the simple pleasures of life, particularly...

Dorothy Nelson

Dec 5, 2024

There are certain souls in this world who radiate kindness so freely that it warms everyone in their presence. Dorothy Louise Nelson was such a soul. Born in the small town of Sandia, Texas, on April 12, 1933, she was proudly raised on a dairy farm, often speaking fondly of her childhood.

Dorothy carried a gentle strength, a...

Dr. Jared Paul Fletcher

Nov 29, 2024

Dr. Jared Paul Fletcher, born on March 29, 1981, in Abilene, Texas, went home to be with Jesus on November 29, 2024. Jared was a beloved husband, father, son, brother, and uncle, whose presence brought joy and laughter to all who knew him. He is survived by his cherished wife, Adrienne, his adored children, Audrey and Luke, his devoted parents,...

Don Hernandez

Nov 29, 2024

Don Garcia Hernández, 70, went to be with the Lord on Friday, November 29, 2024, in Abilene, Texas. Visitation will be 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM with a Rosary to begin at 7:00 PM on Thursday, December 12, 2024, in the Elmwood Funeral Home Chapel, 5750 Hwy 277 South. Funeral Services will be 10:00 AM, Friday, December 13, 2024, at...

Jean Benge

Nov 28, 2024

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Jean Benge, age 64, who departed this life on November 28, 2024, in Abilene, Texas. Born on September 29, 1960, in the Congo, Jean was a devoted husband, son, and dedicated correctional officer at the TDCJ Robertson Unit, where he served his community with pride and integrity.

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David Gomez

Nov 28, 2024

With the setting of a beautiful sunset, David T. Gomez (81) peacefully passed away on November 28, 2024. David leaves behind a legacy of love and light that will continue to shine like a sunrise in the hearts of all who knew him”.

David was born February 4, 1943, in Ciudad Acuña Coahuila Mexico to Moises Gomez and Juana Gomez. At...

Floyd Hatcher

Nov 22, 2024

Floyd M. Hatcher Jr., beloved Father of Christopher Lynn Hatcher, passed away on Friday, November 22, 2024, at Hendrick Hospice Care in Abilene following a short battle with stroke and pancreatic cancer. He was 73 years old and will be deeply missed.

Funeral service will be at Elmwood Funeral Home Chapel, 5750 Hwy 277 South on Saturday, December 7th at 2...

Jerry Don Reese

Nov 22, 2024

Jerry (Don) Reese passed away on Friday, November 22, 2024, at the age of 75, after a brief illness. He was the beloved son of Jesse Jerome Reese and Crystell Head Reese.

Funeral service will be Wednesday, November 27, 2024 at 10:00 am at Elmwood Funeral Home 5750 Hwy 277 south Abilene TX. 79606 and interment will follow at Elmwood Memorial...

Louis Rosetti

Nov 22, 2024

Louis Rosetti, 92, passed away November 22,2024. Born August 21,1932 in Morristown, New Jersey to Louis and Jennie Rosetti.

Louis retired from the United States Air Force after more than 20 years of dedicated service. Following his military career, he worked and retired from the T&P Railroad and Walmart.

He was a proud veteran who exemplified the values of service to God,...

Gloria Moncada

Nov 21, 2024

Gloria Moncada, 83, beloved Mother, Grandmother, Great-grandmother, was called to her eternal resting place on November 21, 2024. She entered this world on May 6, 1941 in Pontiac, MI, . She is survived by her son John Gonzales and wife Erica; son Tommy Gonzales and wife Joy; son Felix Gonzales; daughter Jo Anne Sokola; grandchild Celene Castillo; grandchild Jo Angle...

Jacob Cole Copeland-Polk

Nov 16, 2024

Jacob Cole Copeland-Polk, 21, passed away November 16, 2024 in Abilene, Texas. A visitation will be 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM on Monday, November 25, 2024 at Elmwood Funeral Home, 5750 Hwy 277 South. The funeral service will be 1:00 PM, Tuesday, November 26, 2024 in the Elmwood Funeral Home Chapel. 

Born November 19, 2002, in San Antonio, Texas, Jacob was...

Timothy Halbert

Nov 15, 2024

Tim Halbert passed away on November 15, 2024, in Abilene, Texas. A memorial service will be held on Friday, November 22, 2024, at 10:00 AM at Elmwood Funeral Home, 5750 HWY 277 South, Abilene, Texas. Inurnment will follow at Elmwood Memorial Park.

Tim was born on November 16, 1950, in San Antonio, Texas to his loving parents Edgar and Myrtle Halbert....

Helen Harris

Nov 15, 2024

Helen Ruth Harris was born on June 7, 1942, in Abilene, TX. Helen passed away on November 15, 2024, in Abilene Texas. She leaves behind her loving children, daughter Deborah Harris, son Brad Harris, grandson Colton Kallina, and great-grandchildren Hayden and Fletcher Kallina. Helen most enjoyed spending time creating a loving home for her family. Her kind and caring nature...

Jeanne Curry Perry

Nov 12, 2024

Jeanne (Curry) Perry, 79, of Abilene, TX, passed away peacefully on November 12, 2024, surrounded by family. Born in Lubbock, TX, on August 27, 1945, Jeanne moved to Abilene, TX, as a child, where she grew up surrounded by the values and community that shaped her life.

Jeanne attended Abilene Christian School from kindergarten through high school and later continued her...

Clinton French

Nov 10, 2024

Clinton Travis French, 71, of Abilene, Texas, passed away peacefully on November 10, 2024. A celebration of Clinton’s life will be 11:00 AM, Wednesday, November 13, 2024 at Church of the Nazarene Trinity, 3342 State Steet, Abilene, Texas. 

Clinton was born on March 5, 1953, to Forrest and Helen French in Ballinger, Texas. He graduated from Paint Rock High School and...