Obituaries

Mar 15, 2019

Odie Bell Willson, 92, passed away Friday, March 15, 2019 in Abilene, Texas.

Born in Clyde, Texas on July 28, 1926, Odie was the daughter of the late Gelora (Blanks) and George Lewis Davis, and was raised in Denton Valley.  She married Roy Weldon Willson on September 14, 1947.  He preceded her in death in October 5, 1984.  

A resident of...

Mar 13, 2019

Charles E. “Chuck” Byrd, 85, of Abilene, passed away on Wednesday, March 13, 2019 in Abilene.

Private family services with Military Honors will be held at the Texas State Veterans Cemetery in Abilene. Arrangements are under the direction of The Hamil Family Funeral Home.

Chuck was born on September 2, 1933 in Hobart, Oklahoma.  He and Patsy Ruth Farrell were married on...

Mar 11, 2019

Benjamin Mark Anders, 43, of Abilene, passed away on Monday, March 11, 2019 in Abilene.

Visitation will be from 6-8 p.m. Wednesday, March 13, 2019 at The Hamil Family Funeral Home, 6449 Buffalo Gap Road.

Graveside services will be held at 2 p.m. Thursday, March 14, 2019 at Buffalo Gap Cemetery with the Rev. Laverne Janssen, officiating. Services are under the direction...

Mar 10, 2019

Jeffrey Wayne "Jeff" Adkins, 49, of Abilene died Sunday, March 10, 2019 at Baylor Hospital in Dallas following a lengthy illness.

Services will be 10:00 am Thursday, March 14, 2019 at The Hamil Family Funeral Home chapel, 6449 Buffalo Gap Road in Abilene. Officiating will be Rev. David Cason assisted by Rev. Jim Ritter. Burial will follow at 3:00 pm same...

Mar 7, 2019

Ruth Ann Whaley,74, of Columbus, Ohio, passed away March 7, 2019 in Abilene, Texas.

Ruth was born in Columbus, Ohio on December 27, 1944 to Edwin and Ruth Hook.  She attended East High School in Columbus.  

Ruth married Virlent Marion Whaley on November 10, 1962. She raised their four children and two grandchildren.  Ruth dedicated her life to her family.

Ruth was...

Mar 5, 2019

Dale Tollett, 65, passed away at his home on Tuesday, March 5, 2019.

Dale was born September 1, 1953, to Bill and Doris Tollett in Sacramento, California.  He graduated from Jackson High School, Jackson, California, in 1971.  After graduation, Dale began his career at the Texas Department of Transportation in the Callahan County maintenance section in 1972.  He worked in that...

Mar 3, 2019

Lenore Waldrop, devoted mother, wife, grandmother, and steadfast follower of Jesus Christ entered into the presence of her Savior on March 3. She was 98. Following a private graveside service, a celebration of her life will be held Friday, March 8 at 1 p.m. in the sanctuary of First Baptist Church of Abilene with Dr. Phil Christopher officiating. A reception...

Feb 27, 2019

Jack’s earthly journey began on New Year’s Day 1933.  He was born in Jones County, Texas to Minnie Mae Hill Stuard and Romie William Stuard.  Several years after graduating from Abilene High School, in 1951, Jack’s mother passed away.  His dad married Mary Catharine Francis. On May 28, 1954, Jack and Patsy Rasco married.  Education would continue with a B.S....

Feb 26, 2019

Lisa Carol Eversole Wilcox, 47, of Abilene, passed away on Tuesday, February 26, 2019 in Abilene.

Memorial services will be held at 2 p.m. Sunday, March 3, 2019 at the chapel of Beltway South with Nathan Healy, officiating.   Services are under the direction of The Hamil Family Funeral Home, 6449 Buffalo Gap Road.

Lisa was born on December 8, 1971 in Plainview,...

Feb 25, 2019

Brad Lindley, 42, Rotan, Texas, passed away on Monday, February 25, 2019 in Houston.

Viewing will be on Thursday, February 28, 2019 from 8 am to 8 pm at The Hamil Family Funeral Home, 6449 Buffalo Gap Road.

Memorial services will be held at 11 a.m. Friday, March 1, 2019 at the Pioneer Drive Baptist Church in Abilene with Rev. Stan Allcorn,...

Feb 25, 2019

Feb 24, 2019

Patsy Rae Chance, of Clyde, passed away on Sunday February 24, 2019 in Abilene, Texas. Funeral services will be at 11:00 am on Thursday, February 28, 2019, Clyde Church of Christ, with David Peterson, minister, officiating. Burial will follow at 2:00 pm at the Texas State Veterans Cemetery at Abilene. Services are under the direction of The Hamil Family Funeral...

Feb 24, 2019

Judith Ann Copsey, 78, formerly of Abilene, peacefully went to be with the Lord on Sunday, February 24, 2019 in Bossier City, Louisiana. Visitation will be from 4:00 to 6:00 pm on Sunday, March 3, 2019 at The Hamil Family Funeral Home, 6449 Buffalo Gap Road. Funeral services will be at 11:00 am on Monday in the chapel at the...

Feb 22, 2019

The last of a true West Texas small town family legacy passed from life on February 22, 2019 at Hendrick Hospice in Abilene, Texas. Mary Lou Watts Pace was born in Corinth, TX on June 25, 1930. She was the baby of the very large Watts family from Avoca. Her family was her pride and joy. As a child, she...

Feb 20, 2019

Norma Kaye Jones, 75, formerly of Abilene, passed away Wednesday, February 20, 2019 in Bedford, Texas. Graveside services will be at 11:30 am on Saturday, February 23, 2019 at Cedar Hill Cemetery. Rev. Jim Ritter will officiate. Services are under the direction of The Hamil Family Funeral Home, 6449 Buffalo Gap Road. Norma was born July 11, 1943 in Abilene,...

Feb 19, 2019

James Magee Parker, a loving, devoted, and generous man entered into the kingdom of heaven on February 19, 2019 at his home.

James was born in Roby, Texas, on April 30, 1930, the youngest child to Euna Lee Magee and Carlton Arthur Parker.  His parents instilled in him a heartfelt and deep desire to give to others.  A treasure to all...

Feb 18, 2019

Doyle made his homecoming on Monday, February 18, 2019.  The testimony of his life was that he loved and served the Lord.  The legacy of his life and the heritage he left was overflowing gifts of the spirit. 

Delma and Bernice Reeves became his parents on 10/24/1942.  Marilynn Berry became his bride on August 24, 1963 after having known each other...

Feb 17, 2019

Jeanette "Mama-Nets" Adkins,75, of Rochester, passed away on February 17, 2019. At the time of Jeanette's passing she was surrounded by her loving family. A private memorial service will be held at a later date under the direction of The Hamil Family Funeral Home in Abilene. Jeanette was born June 5, 1943 in Knox City to Bud and Lois LeFevre....

Feb 15, 2019

Lester R. Pribble, 85, of Buffalo Gap, passed away on Friday, February 15, 2019 in Abilene.

Graveside services will be held at 2 p.m. Thursday, February 21, 2019 at the Texas State Veterans Cemetery with Jim Hargrove, officiating.   Arrangements are under the direction of The Hamil Family Funeral Home, 6449 Buffalo Gap Road.

Lester was born on January 5, 1934 in Burkburnett,...

Feb 14, 2019

Cindy Jo Gilchriest Rud, was smiling when she left this world on Valentine’s Day, 2019. Her husband of 42 years held her hand and thanked God for letting him have her that long while she slipped peacefully away.  She fought a valiant battle with ALS for over two years, powerless to stop it from robbing her body but never letting...