Obituaries

Patty Ruth Andrews

Patty Ruth Andrews

Jan 26, 2025

It is with great sadness that the family of Patty Crain Andrews announce her passing January 26, 2025, at the age of 90.

Patty was born November 24, 1934 to Durwood W. and Lorene Crain, in Abilene, TX.  She was proceeded in death by her parents; husband of 53 years, Alan Andrews; and brothers Kyle and  Dub (Mary Francis) Crain. Patty...

Brenda Kay Hughes

Brenda Kay Hughes

Jan 22, 2025

Brenda Kay Hughes, a cherished soul who graced the world with her warmth and kindness, passed away on January 22, 2025, in Coleman, Texas. Born on April 11, 1952, in Lubbock, Texas, Brenda embodied a spirit of love that touched everyone she encountered.

Brenda was a remarkable woman, well-known for her incredible cooking, particularly her delectable spaghetti that brought joy to...

Barbara Colwell

Barbara Colwell

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...

Phyllis Renee Briscoe

Phyllis Renee Briscoe

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...

Marie Foote

Marie Foote

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...

Bruce Galindo

Bruce Galindo

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...

Doris L. Gover

Doris L. Gover

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,...

Will T. Mitchell

Will T. Mitchell

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...

Teresa Renee Boisjolie

Teresa Renee Boisjolie

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...