Obituaries

Feb 12, 2025

It is with both sorrow and celebration that we announce the passing of Sandra Sue Graham on February 12, 2025, at the age of 86. Born in San Francisco, CA, on November 20, 1938, Sandra brought light and laughter to everyone she encountered, leaving an indelible mark on her family and friends.

For over 30 years, Sandra...

Feb 12, 2025

Glenn Elvin Earnest, 88, of Abilene, passed away on Wednesday, February 12, 2025.  A graveside service will be on Tuesday, February 18, 2025, at 11:00 a.m. at the Texas State Veterans Cemetery at Abilene, under the direction of Piersall Funeral Directors, 733 Butternut Street.

Glenn was born on January 10, 1937 in Abilene to Opal and John...

Feb 10, 2025

On Monday, February 10, 2025, we lost a caring husband, loving father, and giving neighbor. An unexpected health event took him from this earthly confine to everlasting life with our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. While those left behind are heartbroken, we rejoice in his healing and heavenly home.

Johnny was born on April 18, 1944, to...

Feb 5, 2025

Rudolph "Rudy" Sayas, 84, beloved Son, Father, and Spouse, was called to his eternal resting place on Wednesday, February 5, 2025.  Funeral service will be at 10:00 am on Monday, February 10, 2025, in the chapel at Beltway Park Church – South Campus, 4009 Beltway South, with Pastor Mike Hill officiating.  Burial will be at 1:00 p.m. at the...

Jan 27, 2025

Billy Dale Thomas born November 7, 1941, passed away on January 27, 2025 at the age of 83.

Billy had been living in Baird, Texas the past five years and before that was living in Frisco and Tom Bean, Texas.

Surviving Billy are his two daughters, Kearsie Wylie of Anna, TX and Rebecca Day of...

Jan 27, 2025

Ellen White Campbell, 81, of Abilene, passed away on Monday, January 27, 2025, at Hendrick Hospice Care Center.  A memorial service will be on Saturday, February 1, 2025, at 2:00 p.m. at Hendrick Home for Children, 2758 Jeanette Street.  Arrangements under the direction of Piersall Funeral Directors, 733 Butternut Street.

Ellen was born to William Grady and...

Jan 27, 2025

Thomas Wayne Ratliff was born April 15, 1953, in Muleshoe, Texas. He was the youngest of three boys. His family’s move to Hobbs, New Mexico changed his life. It was there Tommy made lifelong friends, including his best friend for life, Paul Hulin, and discovered the joy of athletics. He was an outstanding football player and a running back...

Jan 25, 2025

With heavy hearts we announce the passing of Vickie. A cherished wife, mother, Gigi, and friend. She departed peacefully on January 25, 2025. We know she is free from pain; Singing and Dancing in Heaven.

Born on August 27, 1954, Vickie brought light and love into the lives of all who knew her. Her gentle spirit, unwavering...

Jan 24, 2025

It is with both heavy hearts and joyful memories that we announce the passing of Judy Carole Harrison fondly known as "MiMaw," who left this world peacefully on January 24, 2025, at the age of 84. Born on July 16, 1940 in Ranger, Texas, Judy brought light and love to everyone around her during her remarkable life in Abilene,...

Jan 24, 2025

Hollis Lee Spruill, 44, of Abilene, Texas passed away on Friday, January 24, 2025 due to complications from diabetes.

Hollis was born in DeLeon, Texas on March 21, 1980.  His parents were Ralph DeWitt Spruill and Clara Green Spruill.  Upon the death of his dad, Hollis was adopted by his aunt Laura Spruill James.

As...

Jan 23, 2025

Larry Roy Vargas passed away peacefully at 12:15 a.m. on Thursday, January 23, 2025, at the age of 67 surrounded by his loved ones.

Larry was born on November 26, 1957, to parents Reynaldo and Marjorie Vargas in Bury St. Edmunds, Suffolk, England.  Larry was preceded in death by his loving father Reynaldo Vargas.

Larry...

Jan 20, 2025

Sonia Francine Tindall Gandy passed away on 20 January 2025.  Francine  was born on the 4th of August, 1940 in Necessity, Stephens County, Texas to James Harvey (Sam) Tindall and Vessie Clementine (Tina) Knight Tindall.  She was raised in Breckenridge, Texas where she met and married Ollie Wayne Gandy on April 3, 1958.  She is predeceased by her parents...

Jan 19, 2025

Robert Edwin O'Dell, 57, of Tuscola, Texas, left this world surrounded by family to receive his eternal reward on Sunday, January 19, 2025. His Celebration of Life will be held at 1:00 p.m. Friday, January 24, 2025 at Oldham Lane Church of Christ in Abilene with dear friend Chris McCurley and Daniel Mayfield officiating. Visitation will follow at 2:00...

Jan 16, 2025

John Daniel Smith was called home to heaven on Thursday night, January 16th, 2025 at Chisolm Place in Abilene, TX. He was 87 years old when he died. John was born on July 5th, 1937 in Americus, GA to DeWitt & Nellie Smith. He was a baby when his father died suddenly while working in the fields. His mother couldn’t...

Jan 11, 2025

Juan “Johnny” Rodriguez, Jr., son of Juan and Rosa (Morales) Rodriguez, was born on April 17, 1944, in Coleman, Texas, and went to be with the Lord on January 11, 2025, in Abilene, Texas.

Johnny was the youngest of his siblings, affectionately known as the “baby brother” to four brothers—Francisco, Celestino, Amado, and Reymundo Ramirez—and two sisters,...

Jan 7, 2025

Shirley Jean Jividen, 92, of Abilene, passed away on Tuesday, January 7, 2025.  Funeral service will be on Monday, January 13, 2025 at 10:00 a.m. at the Oldham Lane Church of Christ, 5049 Oldham Lane.  Visitation will be on Sunday, January 12, 2025 from 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. in the Special Events Room of the Oldham Lane Church of...

Jan 5, 2025

Debra Kay Rudder (Boyd), age 70, passed from her earthly body to join her love and many family members in Heaven on Sunday, January 5th, 2025 in Abilene, Texas after many years of battling COPD.

She was born in Abilene, Texas to Katherine & Emmett Boyd on February 28th, 1954.  Debra attended school in Abilene and quit...

Dec 31, 2024

Paul “David” Lundgren, of Hawley, went to be with his Lord & Savior December 31st, 2024 after a long battle with Alzeimer’s disease. Memorial services will be held Friday, January 3rd at 10:00 a.m. at Bethel Lutheran Church in Ericksdahl, Texas with Pastor Cliff Stewart of First Central Presbyterian Church of Abilene officiating.

David was born November...

Dec 30, 2024

For years, Jay has been walking with Jesus. Together, they’d sing, talk, and Jay might even try out a few new jokes. On Monday, December 30, 2024, Jesus looked over and said “Jay, we’re closer to my house than yours. Why don’t you just go home with me?” Jay had been waiting for that invitation and quickly agreed. He’s...

Dec 28, 2024

Bob Warner, 95, of Abilene, TX, entered into the arms of Jesus on Saturday, December 28th, 2024. Piersall Funeral Directors will direct the funeral service on Tuesday, December 31st, at 10:00 AM at the University Church of Christ.

Bob was born in Winston-Salem, NC, to Aubry and Ada Warner on June 13, 1929. Although he was born...