Obituaries

Jan 20, 2025

Jan 20, 2025

Barbara Lennon Colwell, 87, of Abilene, passed away on Monday, January 20, 2025 at Hendrick Hospice Center. 

She was born Barbara Darlyn Lennon in Harper, Texas on October 18, 1937, to Archie and Julia Lennon. After graduating high school, she moved to Austin and attended secretarial school. She first met James Colwell when he had a blind date with one of...

Jan 12, 2025

Jan 11, 2025

Phyllis Renee Briscoe, a lifelong resident of Hamlin, Texas, was born on August 21, 1958, to Mary Green and Clifford Green. She departed this life on January 11, 2025, in the same community she cherished so deeply.

Phyllis' career spanned various roles, reflecting her adaptable spirit and strong work ethic. She was known to many as a skillful beautician, where she...

Jan 8, 2025

Jan 7, 2025

Marie Foote, 98, passed away on January 7, 2025. Born in Preston, MO, as Marie Rife, she lived most of her adult life in Kansas City until moving to Abilene, TX in June 2023. 

A beloved mother, grandmother, and great grandmother, she is survived by children Gary Foote of Tucson AZ, Rhonna Murray of Abilene, Roberta Harris of Yakima WA, and...

Jan 6, 2025

Jan 5, 2025

Jan 5, 2025

Bruce Galindo, a cherished husband, father, grandfather, and friend, passed away on January 5, 2025, in San Angelo, Texas. Born on February 16, 1967, in El Paso, Texas, Bruce lived a life characterized by kindness and warmth.

For over 30 years, Bruce dedicated his career to being a heavy equipment operator, showcasing not only his skill but also his strong work...

Jan 5, 2025

Doris Lousie Wilson Gover was a good Christian women, was loving, kind, liked to say Kiss my grits, and made the best buttermilk biscuits. She was preceded in death by her husband George Moody Gover.  She was a loving mother to George M. Gover, Leah J. Gover Verigan, Dwight L. Wilson Gover and Carlyle Noe Gover. Her grandchildren Adam, Sean,...

Dec 25, 2024

Will T. Mitchell, was born on March 9, 1977, in Paris, Texas. He passed away on December 25, 2024, in Abilene, Texas. 

The son of Brenda Mitchell and David Mitchell. 

Will is survived by his sister, Betty Kay Morgan; nephews, Billy Allen Dunn (Mariah Dunn and Lilly Dunn), Micheal Dunn, and Lewis Dunn; niece, Beverly Kay Clayton; and great-niece, Jade Bigham; and...

Dec 24, 2024

Dec 23, 2024

Dec 19, 2024

Teresa (Terri) Renee Boisjolie, 69, of Abilene, Texas, passed away peacefully with her husband by her side on the morning of December 19, 2024. She was born on July 11, 1955 in Minneapolis, Minnesota, the daughter of Judy Heideman and David Foster.

Terri lived her life as a devoted wife, sister, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. She lived most of her life...

Dec 8, 2024

Dec 6, 2024

Paul Stephen Rappe, a dedicated Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN), was born on August 3, 1952, in El Paso, Texas. He passed away on December 6, 2024, in Abilene, Texas. 

Dec 5, 2024

Dec 4, 2024

Jill Campbell, a bright spirit to all who had the privilege of knowing her, passed away on December 4, 2024, in Abilene, Texas, at the age of 81. She was born on January 25, 1943 and has left an indelible mark on the hearts of many.

Though Jill has departed from this life, her legacy of love and compassion will continue...

Dec 2, 2024

David Lyn Robbins, 68, born on November 22, 1956, passed away on December 2, 2024, in Abilene, Texas. He is a cherished member of his family, leaving behind a legacy marked by love, warmth, and a spirited enthusiasm for life.

David was born in Dallas, Texas, the son of Joyce Bisbee and Jimmy Dale Robbins. He enjoyed a variety of hobbies...

Nov 30, 2024

Dennis Ernest Schutz, born on April 1, 1949, passed away on November 30, 2024. 

Dennis worked as a ranch manger in his younger years and proudly served in the National Guard.