Obituaries

Apr 13, 2025

William Benton Tucker, a proud U.S. Marine and Vietnam veteran, passed away on April 13, 2025 at the age of 67. Born in the winter of 1958 to the late Bertha Eva Jackson, William carried his mother's strength throughout his life. He was preceded in death by his beloved sister Eva Daniels.

Those who knew William understood that beneath his famously...

Apr 9, 2025

Apr 6, 2025

Cherie Wilson Squyres, 62, gained her wings surrounded by her loving husband, family, friends, and of course, her furry companions.Cherie grew up and spent most of her life in Coleman, Texas. She also lived in Abilene and Cabot, Arkansas, before settling in Winters, Texas, where she and her husband made their home.Cherie attended Coleman High School and graduated in 1982....

Apr 2, 2025

Tina Marie Campbell, 54, passed away peacefully on April 2, 2025, in Abilene, Texas. Born on November 22, 1970, in Madisonville, Kentucky, Tina lived a life marked by deep faith, intellectual curiosity, and heartfelt compassion.

Tina was the beloved daughter of Beverly Ann Ford and Walter Ray Campbell. She was preceded in death by her parents; her uncle, William Byrns Ford,...

Mar 26, 2025

Joyce Morgan passed away in Baird on March 26, 2025 at the age of 87.

Joyce was born March 3, 1938 in Cisco, Texas, to her parents Bill and Frances Bisbee, Joyce Graduated from Ballinger High School and married her high school sweetheart, Jimmy Robbins, in 1956. Joyce and Jimmy then relocated to Dallas, Texas due to Jimmy's work. While living...

Mar 24, 2025

Rodney Glenn Pierce, 65, of Rule, Texas, passed away on March 24, 2025.

Rod was born on October 19, 1959, in Knox City, Texas to Nicki Dodd and Frank Edward Pierce. He was a 1978 graduate of Stamford High School. Through boom and bust, he worked for various oilfield companies for the duration of his life. He was an open hole...

Mar 17, 2025

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Mar 5, 2025

Jean Frances Jones, formerly known as Jean Cozine, was born on August 7, 1941, in Cincinnati, Ohio passed away on March 5, 2025, in Merkel, Texas. Throughout her life, Jean navigated significant transitions including marriage and mothering, marking her story with her distinctive personality traits.

Jean's early years were spent amidst the bustle of Cincinnati before she moved to Texas. She...

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Feb 16, 2025

David Willis Merritt, a beloved truck driver and cherished brother, passed away on February 16, 2025, in Abilene, Texas, after a courageous battle with cancer. Born on November 26, 1958, in Baytown, Texas, David was a man of many virtues, deeply respected by those who knew him.

Throughout his life, David carried a profound sense of pride in his career as...

Feb 14, 2025

Donna M Tinsley, 83 yr old of Taylor county.

She was born 1941 and raised in Machias, Maine. She was raised with six siblings and parents. Her family made their way to California, where she raised her children Kimberly A. Foglio, John J. Baltas Jr. 

She then became the first female to get the position of Head of Human Resources at USPS....

Feb 12, 2025

Feb 11, 2025

Ralph Dana Morrison Jr. passed away peacefully on February 11, 2025, finding rest in the presence of God. He was known for his kind heart, forgiving nature, and strong work ethic. Ralph never met a stranger—he had a gift for conversation and could connect with anyone. A gentle giant, he was hardworking and dedicated. He often never realized the full...

Feb 10, 2025

Feb 5, 2025

Susan Denise Roberts passed away on February 5, 2025. Susan was born on November 22, 1957 at Dyess Air Force Base in Abilene, TX to Robert and Peggy Yown. 

After graduating from Abilene High School, Susan began a long time career in healthcare. Susan was a graduate of Hendrick Medical Center School of Radiography. She worked at Hendrick, Abilene Regional, Goldthwaite,...

Feb 1, 2025