Obituaries
Obituaries
Obituaries for City, ST. and surrounding areas
Tommie Jean Nixon
Jul 8, 2026
Tommie Jean Nixon, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, July 8, 2026, at her residence in Abilene, Texas. She was born on May 9, 1936, in Talpa, Texas, the youngest daughter of Wesley Flint James and Ruby Rae McClure James.
Tommie Jean’s early years were spent in the close-knit communities of Talpa and Valera. She graduated...
Robert Bryan Sloan, Jr.
Jul 4, 2026
Dr. Robert Bryan Sloan, Jr., of Houston, TX, passed away suddenly but peacefully after an unexpected stroke on July 4, 2026, in Houston, TX, surrounded by his wife, Sue, their seven children, their spouses, and grandchildren. He was born on February 7, 1949, in Coleman, TX, to Robert Bryan Sloan and Maggie Simonton Sloan. After growing up in Abilene, TX,...
Terry Lee Langley
Jul 2, 2026
Terry Lee Langley, cherished husband, loving father and grandfather, beloved son and brother, and dear friend, passed away peacefully on Thursday, July 2, 2026, at Baylor, Scott, and White Hospital in Temple, Texas, surrounded by love. He was 66 years old.
Born on September 8, 1959, in the Overall – Morris Memorial Hospital in Coleman to James LaRue Langley and Nellie...
Gloria Nell Beets
Jun 27, 2026
Gloria Nell Beets, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away peacefully on Saturday, June 27, 2026, at Hendrick Medical Center North in Abilene, Texas, with her family by her side. Born on September 1, 1944, in Snyder, Texas, Gloria’s life was one marked by love, devotion, and a deep commitment to the family she cherished above all...
Connie Holbert
Jun 26, 2026
Connie Holbert, cherished wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother, passed away on June 26, 2026. While she left us too soon, we will always remember her beautiful smile, quick wit and sense of humor. She was born Constance Elaine Kennedy on August 21, 1953, in Fort Worth, Texas to Charles and Faye Kennedy. Her journey—a tapestry of gentle joys, steadfast relationships,...
Wayne VanPelt
Jun 23, 2026
Wayne VanPelt, beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, and friend, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, June 23, 2026, at Memorial Hermann-Texas Medical Center in Houston, Texas. He was born on August 10, 1954, in Coleman, Texas, and throughout his 71 years, Wayne touched countless lives through his kindness, generosity, and unwavering love for family and friends.
Raised in Coleman, Wayne attended...
Ronnie Floyd Broyles
Jun 19, 2026
Ronnie Floyd Broyles passed away peacefully on Friday, June 19, 2026, in Granbury, Texas, with his family by his side. Born on July 11, 1943, in Coleman, Texas, Ronnie’s long and meaningful life began in the heart of a close-knit community that shaped his enduring spirit. Ronnie graduated from Coleman High School and proudly served his country in the Army...
Cherry Slayton Dixon
Jun 17, 2026
Cherry Slayton Dixon, a cherished resident of Coleman, Texas, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, June 17, 2026, at Coleman County Medical Center. Born on March 7, 1949, in Coleman, she was a lifelong resident of the area where she attended school and forged lasting memories that shaped her vibrant spirit.
Known affectionately by many as the “Queen of the Silver Dollar,”...
Beckey Bethel
Jun 17, 2026
Beckey Bethel passed away peacefully on Wednesday, June 17, 2026, at Oak Ridge Manor Nursing Home in Brownwood, Texas. Born on December 6, 1954, in Dallas, Texas, Beckey's life was marked by her loving nature, outgoing personality, and the deep affection she held for her family and friends.
Beckey grew up in Wilmer and Pleasant Grove, where she attended school and...
Bill D. Sneed
Jun 16, 2026
Bill D. Sneed, a cherished member of the Coleman community and a dedicated banker, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, June 16, 2026, at Hendrick Hospice Care in Abilene, Texas, surrounded by his family. Born on May 21, 1934, in Runnels County, Texas, Bill lived a life marked by service, kindness, and unwavering commitment to those around him.
Bill grew up in...
Pamela Anice Davis
Jun 13, 2026
Pamela Anice Davis, a beloved schoolteacher known for her kind and giving spirit, passed away on Saturday, June 13, 2026, at Coleman County Medical Center in Coleman, Texas. Born Pamela Anice Whitehead on December 11, 1951, in Dublin, Texas, she dedicated her life to education, her family, and the many friends she held dear.
Pamela's early years were rooted in Dublin,...
Carla Rae Keeling
Jun 12, 2026
Carla Rae Keeling passed away at her residence on June 12, 2026. Her family will host a visitation on Wednesday, from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at Stevens Funeral Home, 400 West Pecan Street in Coleman, for family and friends.
In keeping with Carla's request, her body will be cremated.
Remembrances and condolences may left for the family on Carla's tribute page...
Martha Madeline Drake
Jun 9, 2026
Martha Madeline Drake, lovingly known as Martha, passed away peacefully after a life filled with creativity, compassion, adventure, and joy. She was born on June 3, 1942, in Coleman, Texas, to Edward Pitts and Madeline Pitts.
From an early age, Martha demonstrated a heart for service and a zest for life that would define her journey. After graduating from Coleman High...
Virgil Wayne Wilson
Jun 8, 2026
Virgil Wayne Wilson, born on July 21, 1959, in Sweetwater, Texas, passed away on June 8, 2026, at Hendrick Medical Center in Brownwood, Texas. He was a respected and dependable individual who lived a life marked by hard work and dedication to his family and community.
Virgil grew in Sweetwater, Midland, and Novice. He graduated from Midland High School. He built...
Roy Lon Poage
Jun 8, 2026
Roy Lon Poage, 93, of Valera, Texas, a loving husband, father, grandfather and great grandfather, went home to be with His Lord and Savior Monday morning, June 8, 2026, surrounded by his family. He was born in Floyd County, Texas and was raised on a farm along with his six brothers and one sister. Roy was a graduate of Texas...
Darla Sue Johnson
Jun 7, 2026
Darla Sue Johnson, a cherished soul born on March 3, 1967, in Coleman, Texas, peacefully passed away in her hometown on June 7, 2026. Her life was a testament to devotion—devotion to family, community, and the simple pleasures that make life rich and meaningful.
A lifelong resident of Coleman, Darla's roots ran deep in the soil of her beloved town. She...
Mariana Wilson Jones
May 30, 2026
Mariana Wilson Jones, age 91, entered into the presence of her Lord and Savior on May 30, 2026, surrounded by her loving family. Her passing leaves a profound void, but her family rejoices in the comfort of her eternal assurance and the memory of the numerous lives she touched through her teaching and tireless service.
Mariana was born in Coleman, Texas...
Judy Ann Chambers
May 28, 2026
Judy Ann Wright Chambers, 71, passed away on Thursday May 28, 2026, surrounded by her loving family.
Judy was born April 24, 1955, in Santa Anna, TX, the daughter of Thomas Doyle Wright and Audrey May Parsons Wright.
Judy graduated from Santa Anna High School in 1973.
Judy married Phillip Irvin Chambers on September 14, 1973. They were blessed with 52 years of...
Ralph Berven Wagley, Jr.
May 25, 2026
Ralph Berven "R.B." Wagley, Jr., age 66, of Coleman, died Monday, May 25, 2026, at his residence. At R.B.'s request, no formal service will be held. Cremation arrangements are entrusted to Stevens Funeral Home, 400 W. Pecan Street, in Coleman.
We invite you to share fond memories and words of comfort and condolence with the Wagley family by signing the guestbook...
Judy Gail Hammonds
May 21, 2026
Judy Gail Hammonds, a beloved wife, mother, and dedicated homemaker, passed away peacefully on Thursday, May 20th, 2026, at Songbird Lodge in Brownwood, Texas. Born on August 3, 1943, in Rising Star, Texas, Judy's life was marked by unwavering love, devotion, and service to her family and community.
Judy's commitment to nurturing others was evident through her exceptional role as a...
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