Obituaries
Deborah Kay Jones
Jul 31, 2026
Debbie Kay Jones passed away peacefully on July 31, 2026, at 9:40 a.m. Debbie was born on June 16, 1953, in Abilene, Texas to Charles Lloyd Burks and Jessie Christene Burks Jones. Debbie devoted her life to her family as a homemaker. She found joy in caring for those she loved and took great pride in making a house feel...
Gloria Gonzales
Jul 31, 2026
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved mother and grandmother, who left this world on July 31, 2026 surrounded by her loving family at the age of 70. Gloria Hernandez Gonzales was born in Lockhart, Texas to Domingo and Ignacia Hernandez on May 8, 1956. She attended Abilene High School. She married Santiago Gonzales...
Barbara Lee Reynolds
Jul 30, 2026
Barbara Lee Reynolds Barbara Lee Reynolds, 101, of Abilene, Texas, passed away peacefully on Thursday, July 30, 2026, at 11:40 p.m., surrounded by the love of her family. Barbara was born on March 31, 1925, in Lawn, Texas, to William Edward Clayton and Ellen Mae Clayton. She graduated from Abilene High School and later attended Draughon's Business College. As a...
Carl Eugene Pruitt Jr.
Jul 30, 2026
Carl Eugene Pruitt Jr. also known as "Uncle Bubba", 52, of Stamford, Texas, passed away on Thursday, July 30, 2026. A Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday, August 15, 2026, at 11:00 a.m. at North's Funeral Home, 242 Orange Street, Abilene, Texas 79601.
Carl was born on April 26, 1974, in Stamford, Texas, to Vickie Sue Powell and Carl...
Laverne Smith
Jul 29, 2026
Lavern "Peachy Mama" Smith was a beautiful soul whose love, laughter, and light touched everyone blessed enough to know her. She never met a stranger and had a way of making people feel like family. Her smile could brighten a room, and her joyful spirit was truly the life of every party. Peachy Mama loved to sing, dance, and laugh....
Danny Ray Foreman
Jul 28, 2026
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Danny Ray Foreman, who entered eternal rest at the age of 66 on Tuesday July 28th of 2026. Danny Ray was born on March 17, 1960, in El Paso, Texas. He later grew up in Abilene, Texas with his parents, siblings and extended family. He graduated from Abilene High School. Danny Ray...
Cha'Nire Tizhay Beaver
Jul 22, 2026
Cha'nire Tizhay Beaver, 24, of Abilene, passed away Wednesday, July 22, 2026. Funeral Services will be held Tuesday, August 11, 2026, at 11:00 a.m. at North's Funeral Home. Visitation will be held Monday, August 10, 2026, from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. at North's Funeral Home. Cha'nire was born on April 11, 2002, in Abilene, Texas, to Tydee Beaver. She received...
Jessie Christene Jones
Jul 22, 2026
Jessie Christene Burks Jones, known to everyone one as Chris, 92, passed away peacefully on July 22, 2026, leaving behind a legacy of faith, love, and unwavering devotion to her family. Chris was born Jessie Christene Westbrook on December 25, 1933, in Abilene, Texas, to Otis and Verdie Westbrook. She was raised on the Clear Fork of the Brazos, where...
Larry Roberson
Jul 22, 2026
Larry Roberson, 73, passed away Wednesday, July 22, 2026, at his home in Brownwood, Texas. Larry was born in Abilene, Texas to Marion and Alma Roberson on October 21, 1952. He graduated from Abilene Cooper High School.
He was a loving husband and father along with being an avid hunter and fisherman. He...
Francisco Cortez Iii
Jul 21, 2026
Francisco Cortez III, 62, of Abilene, Texas, passed away July 21, 2026. He was born on May 2, 1964, in Abilene, Texas, to Francisco Cortez II and Esther Vera Cortez. Francisco attended Abilene High School and later earned his Certificate of High School Equivalency. A man of strong faith, he was baptized in the Catholic Church on May 10, 1964....
Barbara Ann Rains
Jul 18, 2026
In Loving Memory of Barbara Rains Barbara Rains, beloved mother, musician, realtor, and friend, passed away on July 18, 2026, at the age of 82, leaving behind a legacy of music, love, and unforgettable memories. She was born on January 5, 1944, in Abilene, Texas, to Edgar and Polly Anna Rister. Barbara was one of ten children. She was preceded...
Mario Vicente Ramirez
Jul 14, 2026
Mario Vicente Ramirez, 41, of Abilene, Texas, passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, July 14, 2026. Funeral services will be held on Monday, July 27, 2026, at 11:00 a.m. at St. Francis Catholic Church in Abilene, Texas. Visitation will be held on Sunday, July 26, 2026, from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at North's Funeral Home Chapel, with the Rosary beginning...
Robert Dwaine Burns
Jul 11, 2026
Robert Dwaine Burns April 5, 1947 - July 11, 2026 Robert Dwaine Burns, lovingly known to family and friends as "Dwaine," passed away peacefully on July 11, 2026, at the age of 79. As he embarked on his final adventure, he left behind a legacy of hard work, music, laughter, and unwavering devotion to family. Dwaine was born on April...
Linda Holland
Jul 10, 2026
Linda Holland, 81, of Anson, Texas, passed away peacefully on Friday, July 10, 2026. Funeral services will be held on Monday, July 20, 2026, at 10:30 a.m. at the Church of Christ in Anson, Texas.
Linda was born on April 23, 1945, in St. Louis, Missouri. She later attended Portales High School in Portales, New Mexico, where...
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