Obituaries

Obituaries

Obituaries for City, ST. and surrounding areas

Thad W. Sansing

Thad W. Sansing

Jun 11, 2025

Thad W. Sansing, a beloved father, grandfather, and brother, was born on January 15, 1934, in Lubbock, Texas. He passed away peacefully on June 11, 2025, at Holiday Hill Nursing Home in Coleman, Texas, leaving behind a legacy of love, dedication, and craftsmanship.

Thad grew up in Cooper, Texas and graduated from Cooper High School in 1952. Immediately after graduation, he...

Dr. Mike Edington

Dr. Mike Edington

Jun 8, 2025

Dr. Mike Edington, affectionately known as "Doc," passed away peacefully on Sunday, June 8, 2025, at Coleman County Medical Center with his family by his side. Born on November 16, 1948, in Coleman, Texas, Mike dedicated his life to the community he loved, returning to Coleman to practice veterinary medicine for 51 years. His unwavering devotion to the Coleman Vet...

Joe Paul Farrow

Joe Paul Farrow

Jun 7, 2025

Joe Paul Farrow, born on February 28, 1950, in Odessa, Texas, passed away peacefully on Saturday, June 7, 2025, at the Coleman County Medical Center. He leaves behind a legacy marked by hard work, honesty, and a deep love for his family.

A proud graduate of Permian High School, Joe graduated in 1969 and quickly began to shape his career in...

Nicky L. Simonton

Nicky L. Simonton

Jun 6, 2025

Nicky L. Simonton, a beloved father, grandfather, brother, and friend, passed away peacefully at his home in Fisk, Texas, on Friday, June 6, 2025, surrounded by his family. Nicky, born on July 6, 1944, in Fisk, Texas, was a gentleman known for his quiet demeanor and loving spirit.

Nicky's early life began in Coleman County, where he graduated from Mozelle High...

Devin Todd Griffin

Devin Todd Griffin

Jun 5, 2025

Devin Todd Griffin, born on September 16, 1993, in Mineral Wells, Texas, passed away tragically in an automobile accident on Thursday, June 5, 2025, in Waco, Texas. He was a cherished son, loving brother, and treasured uncle, whose vibrant spirit touched the lives of many.

Devin grew up in Coleman County and attended Panther Creek, where he developed lasting friendships and...

Virginia "Ginger" Sneed

Virginia "Ginger" Sneed

Jun 4, 2025

Virginia "Ginger" Sneed, a beloved figure in her community and a cherished member of her family, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, June 4, 2025, with her family by her side. Born on July 31, 1941, in Coleman, Texas, Ginger grew up in Talpa and graduated from Coleman High School in 1959.

Throughout her life, Ginger was renowned for her many talents,...

Ann H. Short

Ann H. Short

May 29, 2025

Ann H. Short, born on July 12, 1944, in Lamesa, Texas, passed away peacefully on May 29, 2025, at her residence in Lohn, Texas, surrounded by her beloved family.

A dedicated schoolteacher for many years, Ann touched the lives of many during her career at Lohn ISD. Her passion for education was evident in the way she cared for her students,...

Russell Dean Alderson

Russell Dean Alderson

May 23, 2025

Russell Dean Alderson, known affectionately as Rusty, was born on June 13, 1957, in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, and passed away on May 23, 2025, in Coleman, Texas. Rusty leaves behind a legacy of warmth, kindness, and a passion for life that touched everyone he encountered.

Rusty's educational journey began in Dubuque, Iowa, where he graduated from Dubuque High School. He...

Sam Earp

Sam Earp

May 21, 2025

Rev. Sam Earp, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend, was called home on May 21, 2025, at Hendrick Medical Center North, surrounded by the love of his family. He was born on August 18, 1947, in Abilene, Texas, where his life journey began and where he would later devote decades to serving his community through the ministry of...

Gerald "Jake" Popnoe

Gerald "Jake" Popnoe

May 20, 2025

Gerald "Jake" Popnoe went home to be with his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on Tuesday, May 20, 2025.

A celebration of Jake’s earthly and eternal life will be a graveside service held at Silver Valley Cemetery at 10:00 a.m. on Friday, May 23, 2025.

Jake was born on September 16, 1927, in Silver Valley, Texas, to Bonnie and Millie Popnoe. He...

Avada Smith

Avada Smith

May 20, 2025

Ruth Avada Smith, a beloved mother, Nana, and cherished friend, passed away peacefully on May 20, 2025, at the Coleman County Medical Center, surrounded by her dear daughter Jeaninne and son-in-law Toby Terry. Born on Friday, May 13, 1938, in Breckenridge, Texas, Avada's life was one of devotion, creativity, and resilience, leaving behind a legacy woven with love and compassion.

Her...

Jim Caldwell

Jim Caldwell

May 17, 2025

James Bramlitt Caldwell Jr. (Jim) was born on February 27, 1940, in Conroe, Texas and raised in West Columbia, Texas. He graduated with honors from West Columbia High School in 1958 where he excelled in academics, weightlifting, football, track, and band. Jim furthered his education at the University of Texas earning a Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy in 1962, as...

John Roe Montgomery, Sr.

John Roe Montgomery, Sr.

May 14, 2025

John Roe Montgomery, Sr., a dedicated citizen and beloved family man, passed away on May 14, 2025, in Brownwood, Texas. He was born on March 22, 1938, in Enid, Oklahoma to Glayd Montgomery and Audie Fulcher Montgomery. John grew up in Wellington, Texas, where he attended school and developed a strong work ethic that would serve him well throughout his...

Tony Joe Beal

Tony Joe Beal

May 13, 2025

Tony Joe Beal died on Tuesday, May 13, 2025, peacefully at his home in Valera. He was born January 3, 1955, to Bobby Joe and Frances Jones Beal (Richardson) and was the first baby born at the Coleman hospital for that year.

Tony grew up in Santa Anna, where he attended school and graduated high school. His childhood was brimming with...

Sue Beth Ragsdale

Sue Beth Ragsdale

May 8, 2025

Sue Beth Ragsdale passed away peacefully on May 8, 2025, in Granbury, Texas. She was born in Eastland, Texas on November 18, 1939, to William Milton Day and Hazel Boen Day.

Sue graduated from Eastland High School in 1958 and soon after married the love of her life, Bennett Ragsdale, on December 27, 1958. In 1969, the couple moved to Brownwood,...

Beverly Ann Gee

Beverly Ann Gee

May 6, 2025

Beverly Ann Gee, born on July 26, 1944, in Coleman, Texas, passed away peacefully at her residence in Coleman on May 6, 2025. She was a beloved member of the community, whose presence will be greatly missed by all who had the honor to know her.

Beverly dedicated her life to serving others, spending 49 years owning and operating her own...

Bob Edington

Bob Edington

Apr 22, 2025

Bob Edington, a cherished resident of Coleman, Texas, was born on March 11, 1958, and passed away peacefully on April 22, 2025, at the Coleman County Medical Center, surrounded by his loving family. He was a man of deep-rooted values, known for his bright and vibrant personality, honesty, and compassion for others.

Bob was raised in Coleman and graduated from Coleman...

Kathy Marie Flanagan

Kathy Marie Flanagan

Apr 13, 2025

Kathy Flanagan, age 69, was called home on April 13, 2025, in Coleman, Texas after a courageous battle with cancer. Heaven’s gates open wide today to welcome Kathy home.

Kathy was born September 28, 1955, in San Angelo, Texas. She was the first bundle of joy born to Charles and Kay Flanagan.

Kathy grew up in Midkiff and Rankin, Texas. She moved...

Richard Colley Bowman

Richard Colley Bowman

Apr 11, 2025

Richard Colley Bowman, age 72, passed away, Friday, April 11, 2025, at the Dallas VA Medical Center after having suffered a debilitating spinal injury in March of 2024.

Richard was born in Kentucky on June 8, 1952, and through life’s adventures came to live in Coleman from 1979 until 1998 when he and his family moved to Santa Anna, where he...

Hilda Ramirez

Hilda Ramirez

Apr 10, 2025

Hilda Ramirez, beloved wife, mother, and grandmother, peacefully departed this life on Thursday, April 10, 2025, at Shannon Medical Center in San Angelo, Texas. Born on November 8, 1928, in Coleman, Texas, Hilda led a life filled with love, service, and devotion to her family and faith.

A proud graduate of her education in Mexico, Hilda enriched the lives of those...