Obituaries
Obituaries
Obituaries for City, ST. and surrounding areas
Marolen Riley
Jan 7, 2024
Marolen Riley, age 56, of Coleman, passed into the arms of Jesus on Sunday, January 7, 2024.
He is survived by his beloved wife, Angela Riley of Coleman; one son, Dale Guynes of Hawley; his father, O.J. Riley of Clyde; his mother, Linda Hodges of Denham Springs, Louisiana; three sisters, Jewell Beltz and husband Russel of Clyde, Cristy Davis...
James David Fuller
Jan 4, 2024
James David Fuller, 66, of Rankin, died Wednesday, January 4, 2024 at Midland Memorial Hospital in Midland.
James was born December 22, 1957 to Oudie B. Fuller and Lillie Elizabeth Riggs Fuller. James grew up in Coleman, where he attended school. James worked in landscaping and has lived in Rankin for the last 19 years. He was of the...
Vance Neal Harms
Jan 2, 2024
Vance Neal Harms, age 95, of Teague, and formerly of Coleman County, died Tuesday, January 2, 2024, at his residence.
Vance was born December 25, 1928, in Holder, Texas to Walter F. Harms and Florene Plummer Harms. He proudly served in the United States Navy from 1947 to 1950. Vance married Karan Eloyce Partrick on November 26, 1957, in...
Laurie Ann Horton
Jan 2, 2024
Laurie Ann Horton, age 61, of Coleman, Texas, passed away peacefully on January 2, 2024. She was born on July 11, 1962, in Greenville, Texas, to her loving parents Kay Don Jennings and Laverne Jones Jennings. Having obtained her High School Diploma, Laurie embarked on a successful career as a secretary, possessing an exceptional eye for detail and efficiency....
Dr. Charles E. Sheffield
Jan 2, 2024
Dr. Charles Elwood Sheffield Jr. was born April 23, 1931. His biological mother was Mildred Sheffield (Sailor). She died one day before her 21st birthday of Scarlett fever and during childbirth. His father, Charles Sheffield Sr remarried a woman named Helen Cobb. They raised Charles Jr. in New Jersey along with his brother and sisters. When he turned 18,...
Anna "Ann" Beth Jackson
Dec 30, 2023
Anna Beth Jackson, peacefully passed from this world to a better place on December 30, 2023, at Holiday Hill Nursing Home in Coleman. Born on November 2, 1933, in Coleman, to Kay Glasson and Beulah Odom Glasson, Ann’s warm spirit and kind-hearted nature endeared her to all who had the pleasure of knowing her.Anna Beth was a proud graduate...
Brooke Renee Townsend
Dec 27, 2023
Brooke Renee Townsend, age 42, passed away peacefully on December 27, 2023, surrounded by her loved ones in Midland, Texas. Born on August 3, 1981, in Andrews, Texas, to William Earl McClain and Cynthia Lewis McClain, Brooke graced the world with her bright personality. Her absence will be deeply felt, leaving behind cherished memories that will forever remain in...
Milton Drake
Dec 19, 2023
Milton Drake, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, dedicated employee, and known as “Goose”, passed away on December 19, 2023, in Odessa, Texas. He was born on November 22, 1942, in Coleman, Texas, the son of Elzie B. Drake and Ila Leola Robinson Drake.
After graduating from Santa Anna High School, Mr. Drake enlisted in the United States Air Force on...
Memorial Candlelight Service
Dec 18, 2023
A Time of Remembrance Please join us for a memorial candlelight serviceto honor the memory of those whom we have loved and we mourn 2:00 p.m. Sunday, December 17, 2023 Stevens Funeral Home Chapel 400 West Pecan Street, Coleman This service will be live-streamed on our website, www.stevensfuneralhome.com 325-625-2175 All are welcome Following the service, you are welcome to...
Mamie Holland Stovall
Dec 15, 2023
Mamie Holland “Holly” Stovall, age 44, of Coleman, passed away on Friday, December 15, 2023.
Mamie was born September 22, 1979, in San Angelo, Texas to Marc Stovall and Brenda Rees Stovall. She graduated from Coleman High School in 1998. Mamie enjoyed playing dominoes, cards, and board games. She fiercely loved her...
Jo Nell (New) Franklin
Dec 13, 2023
Jo Nell Franklin, age 87, of Coleman, and formerly of Carlsbad, New Mexico, died peacefully on Wednesday, December 13, 2023, at Coleman County Medical Center with her family by her side.
Born on January 10, 1936, in Melvin, Texas, to J.B. New and Velma Alamae Herrin New, Jo Nell was a caring and devoted...
Keith Edward Duhon
Dec 12, 2023
Keith Edward Duhon, beloved brother and cherished friend passed away on December 12, 2023, at his home. Born on June 9, 1960, in Port Arthur, Texas, he grew up and attended school in Lake Charles, Louisiana.
Keith was a man of many passions, captured by the thrill of exploring new destinations across the globe....
Wanda Jean (Smith) Hunter
Dec 11, 2023
Wanda Jean Hunter, age 76, a beloved homemaker, passed away peacefully on December 11, 2023, at Holiday Hill Nursing Home with her family by her side. She was born on October 17, 1947, in Coleman, Texas, to loving parents Clarence and Bobbie Jennings Smith. Wanda dedicated her life to creating a warm and nurturing home for her family....
Donna Cecile (Simpson) Simonton
Dec 5, 2023
Donna Cecile Simpson Simonton, age 74, of Coleman, died Tuesday, December 5, 2023, at her residence with her loving family by her side.
The family will host a visitation from 12:30 p.m. to 1:30 p.m. Monday, December 11, 2023, at Stevens Funeral Home Chapel, 400 W. Pecan Street, in Coleman. A graveside funeral service...
Wesley Earl Preas
Dec 1, 2023
Wesley Earl Preas, a beloved father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, passed away Friday, December 1, 2023, at the age of 67. Born on April 9, 1956, in Borger, Texas to Allen Earl Preas and Billie Dean Pyles Preas, Wesley grew up in a close-knit community, fostering strong values and a deep appreciation for family and friends.
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Esther Lavada (Gray) Burkey
Nov 29, 2023
Esther Lavada Burkey, beloved mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, peacefully passed away on November 29, 2023, at Coleman County Medical Center at the age of 89. Esther was born on August 5, 1934, to her late parents, Willie Lee Gray and Annie Merle Walker Gray Trent, in Coleman County, Texas. She embraced life with grace and kindness, leaving an...
Nancy Lovera (Machen) Strickland
Nov 25, 2023
Nancy Lovera Strickland, a beloved mother, sister, grandmother, and great-grandmother, passed away peacefully on November 25, 2023, at Brownwood Nursing and Rehabilitation. Born on May 28, 1939, in Gouldbusk, Texas, to Waddie Franklin Machen and Rose Etta Graham Machen, Nancy touched the lives of all those around her with her kindness, compassion, and unwavering love. Throughout her life,...
Pennie Lynn (Billings) Jones
Nov 24, 2023
Pennie Jones, beloved wife, mother, sister, and friend, passed away on November 24, 2023, at the age of 69. Born on May 13, 1954, in Coleman, Texas, Pennie was known for her compassionate heart and unwavering dedication to others. Pennie's pursuit of knowledge led her to a career as a Medical Reference Librarian. After graduating Coleman High School in...
Stan Ray Howard
Nov 16, 2023
Stanley “Stan” Ray Howard, age 71, died Thursday, November 16, 2023.
Family and friends are invited to a graveside service at 3:00 p.m. Monday, December 18, 2023, at the Santa Anna Cemetery Pavilion. Inurnment will follow in the Santa Anna Cemetery. Services are entrusted to Stevens Funeral Home, 400 W. Pecan Street, in Coleman....
Eurell Laverne Blair
Nov 12, 2023
Eurell Blair, age 93, passed from this life November 12, 2023, homeward bound.
Eurell was born the eldest son of 7 children to C. (Coon) and Myrtle (Crenshaw) Blair. He was a lifelong resident of Coleman County. He was born in Hill (Voss), Texas on March 27, 1930. He lived throughout his life in the communities of...
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