Bettye Diane Sims
Jun 27, 2026
Bettye Diane Sims was born on October 27, 1956. She passed away on June 27, 2026. She was preceded in death by her sisters, Debbie Gilliam of Abilene, Texas, and Brenda Abraham of Abilene; her daughter, Rebecca Sims Bamber of Abilene; and her late former husband, Edward D. Sims Sr. of Abilene, Texas. She is survived by her daughter, Ariel...
Gary Norman Ross
Jun 21, 2026
Gary Norman Ross, age 86, of Abilene, Texas, passed away on June 21, 2026. Gary was born on December 23, 1939, in Abilene, Texas, to Floreine Osborne Ross and Sherwood Ross. He spent his life enjoying the simple pleasures that brought him happiness, including fishing, hunting, and spending time working in his yard whenever he had the opportunity. Above all,...
Kasandra Lyann Rodriguez
Jun 18, 2026
Kasandra Lyann Rodriguez was born on August 25, 1995, in Abilene, Texas, to Lizabeth Rodriguez and Valerio Aguero Sr. She peacefully departed this life, leaving behind a legacy of love, compassion, and devotion to her family. Kasandra graduated from Cooper High School in May 2014 while also attending Holland Medical High School, where she earned her certification as a Certified...
Susan Carrasco
Jun 14, 2026
Susan Ortiz Carrasco was born in Abilene, Texas to Louis and Jennie Ortiz on May 11th 1952. She attended school in Abilene, Texas. She married Ricky Carrasco on November 8th in Abilene, Texas. She attended Trinity Baptist Church and participated in various church activities. She loved being around the youth, helped with Sunday School classes and enjoyed vacation bible school...
Jose Del Rio
Jun 14, 2026
En amorosa memoria de Jose Gustavo Del Rio 16 de noviembre de 1946 - 14 de junio de 2026 Con el corazon pesado y recuerdos muy preciados, celebramos la vida de Jose Gustavo Del Rio, carinosamente conocido como "Tito" por sus nietos y carinosamente llamado "Viejo" por su devota esposa. Jose fallecio el 14 de junio de 2026, dejando un...
James Franklin Laroque
Jun 14, 2026
James F. LaRoque passed away on June 14, 2026, at the age of 94. He will be remembered for his hardworking spirit, his devotion to family, and the kindness he shared with everyone who knew him. Born on February 6, 1932, James proudly served in the United States Army during the Korean War before beginning a long career as a...
Manuel Soto Jr.
Jun 12, 2026
Manuel Soto Jr., 74, of Abilene, Texas, passed away on June 12, 2026. Born on March 30, 1952, in Corpus Christi, Texas, Manuel was the son of Juanita Soto and Manuel Soto Sr. At an early age, he moved to Abilene, where he would spend the remainder of his life building a career, raising a family, and creating lasting memories...
Carol Starling
Jun 10, 2026
Carol Ann Starling, age 83, passed away on June 10, 2026, in Abilene, TX. A Celebration of Life will be held Saturday, June 13, 2026, 1:30pm-4:30pm, at the home of William & Nancy Starling at 261 Pilgrim Road, Abilene, TX. Carol was born January 30, 1943, in Malden, Massachusetts, to Harry Edwin Rae and Catherine Edna Rae. Carol married a...
Loretta Broussard-Johnson
Jun 8, 2026
Loretta Broussard Johnson, 73, of Abilene, Texas, passed away on June 8, 2026, in Temple, Texas. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Thursday, June 18, 2026, at North's Funeral Home. Burial will follow at Texas State Veterans Cemetery with full Military Honors. Loretta was born in Lawton, Oklahoma, and attended school in Temple, Oklahoma, graduating from Temple...
Dale Preston Cannon
Jun 7, 2026
Dale Preston Cannon (née Peed), a beloved mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away peacefully on June 7, 2026, in Abilene, Texas. Born on September 21, 1949, in Alexandria, Virginia, Dale lived a life filled with love, kindness, and an infectious sense of humor that left an indelible mark on all who had the privilege of knowing her. Dale was...
Terry Jones
Jun 6, 2026
Terry Joe Jones "T.J" was born to Eddie Burnis and Ella Mae Jones on November 12, 1946, in Wellington, TX. He attended Booker T. Washington School and excelled in academics, basketball, track, football, and golf. Not only was he active in his community, he also worked for Coca-Cola Company during the summers as a forklift operator.
He...
Jonathan Lane Stratton
Jun 5, 2026
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Jonathan Lane Masters Stratton, known to family and friends simply as Jon, of Abilene, Texas, on June 5, 2026, at the age of 38. Jon was born on October 20, 1987, to Kevin Stratton and Rhonda Masters Stratton. He was a devoted husband, loving father, cherished son, brother, and...
Edward Vickers
Jun 2, 2026
Funeral service for Edward Vickers, 61 of Abilene, Texas is pending with North's Funeral Home. He died on Tuesday, June 2, 2026, in Abilene, Texas.
Larry Garrett
May 30, 2026
Larry "Yeebe" Garrett, 72, of Abilene, Texas, departed for eternal life Saturday, May 30, 2026, in Abilene. Born and raised in Abilene, Larry attended Abilene ISD schools and graduated from Abilene High School, where he enjoyed playing basketball. Following his education, he dedicated more than 15 years of service to the City of Abilene before retiring. Larry was a man...
Stuart Lee New
May 29, 2026
Stuart Lee New, 57, passed away on May 29, 2026, in Abilene, Texas, after a courageous battle with pancreatic cancer. In his final moments, he was surrounded by the love of his family and friends. Born in Anson, Texas, on September 2, 1968, to Johnny and Thelma Jennings New, Stuart grew up in Hawley, Texas, and graduated with the Class...
