Obituaries

Obituaries

Obituaries for City, ST. and surrounding areas

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...

Karen Stokes Cate

Karen Stokes Cate

Apr 6, 2025

Karen Stokes Cate, a beloved member of her community, passed away on April 6, 2025, at Granite Mesa Health Center in Marble Falls. Born on June 22, 1944, in Coleman, Texas, Karen’s life was marked by her dedication to both her family and her career. She graduated from Talpa High School, where she was celebrated as a member of the...

Fern Jones

Fern Jones

Apr 3, 2025

Verda Fern McClain was born February 24, 1927, in Brownwood, Texas to John Stoddard and Emma Dee McClain McNeely. She was a long-time resident of Coleman County and a member of Elm Street Church of Christ.

She attended Mozelle Schools and at the age of 16, she married Floyd Wilton (Sonny) Baker in 1943 in Brownwood. They began their farming and...

Michael E. Fullen

Michael E. Fullen

Apr 2, 2025

Michael E. Fullen, beloved husband, father, and grandfather, passed away peacefully at his home at Lake Coleman, Texas, on April 2, 2025. He was born on October 9, 1945, in Coleman, Texas, to Howard Irvin Fullen and Evelyn Louise Mercer Fullen. Michael lived a life marked by hard work, family devotion, and a love for the outdoors.

Michael dedicated many years...

Debra Savage Walton

Debra Savage Walton

Apr 2, 2025

Debra Savage Walton, a beloved soul whose bright and loving personality touched the lives of many, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, April 2, 2025, at Covenant Medical Center in Lubbock, Texas. Born on May 8, 1959, in Ballinger, Texas, she grew up in Alice, Texas, where she attended school and developed a zest for life that would carry her through...

Billy Jack Wilson

Billy Jack Wilson

Apr 1, 2025

Billy Jack Wilson, a lifelong farmer, rancher, and cherished community member, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, April 1, 2025, in Arlington, Texas, surrounded by his loving family. Born on February 3, 1940, in Coleman County, Texas, Billy Jack farmed and ranched all his life raising wheat, sorghum, cotton, and sheep. When not working on the farm he loved going dove...

Marie Hudson

Marie Hudson

Mar 31, 2025

Marie Hudson, born on October 5, 1933, in Novice, Coleman County, Texas, left this world peacefully on March 31, 2025, at Holiday Hill Nursing Home, surrounded by the warmth of cherished memories and the love of her family. A devoted mother, grandmother, and friend, Marie's vibrant spirit touched the lives of all who knew her.

Growing up in the close-knit community...

Randall Clay Hunter

Randall Clay Hunter

Mar 26, 2025

Randall Clay Hunter, known affectionately as Randy, “Pops”, or “Ran-man”, was born on September 26, 1956, in Coleman, Texas. He went to be with his Lord, on March 26, 2025, at the age of 68.

Randy was a dedicated professional who served in the insurance industry for 45 years and worked as a claims examiner for Insurors Indemnity for the last...

Ronald Glenn Roberson

Ronald Glenn Roberson

Mar 24, 2025

Ronald Glenn Roberson, beloved father, grandfather, brother, and friend, passed away peacefully on March 24, 2025, at Coleman County Medical Center, at the age of 77. Glenn was born on April 8, 1947, in Atlanta, Texas, and spent much of his early life in Iraan and Midland, where he graduated from Iraan High School.

With a distinguished career in the oil...

Bertha Andrews

Bertha Andrews

Mar 24, 2025

Bertha Andrews, a beloved matriarch, passed away peacefully on March 24, 2025, in Coleman, Texas, at the age of 101. Born on May 5, 1923, in Burkett, Texas, she was the daughter of Reinheld Henry Hanke and Clara Carol Blaschke Hanke. Bertha graduated from high school in Burkett and dedicated her life to her family and community.

Throughout her life, Bertha...

Claris Fay Billings

Claris Fay Billings

Mar 16, 2025

Claris Fay Billings passed to Glory on March 16, 2025, at Coleman County Memorial Hospital. She was born in Coleman, Texas to Floyd Jenkins Sr. and Ovie Ivy Jenkins on January 20, 1929.

She attended Coleman schools graduating in 1947 as a charter member of the Coleman High School National Honor Society.

On August 17, 1947, she married Joseph Clovis Billings at...

Alwyn Brandon Jacobs

Alwyn Brandon Jacobs

Mar 15, 2025

Alwyn Brandon Jacobs, beloved mother, grandmother, and cherished friend, passed away peacefully on Saturday, March 15, 2025, at Hendrick Hospice Care in Abilene, Texas.

Born on May 13, 1933, in Sylvester, Texas, Alwyn grew up in Santa Anna, where she graduated Salutatorian from Santa Anna High School, leaving behind cherished memories and a lifelong connection to her roots. Throughout her career,...

John A. McClelland

John A. McClelland

Mar 13, 2025

John A McClelland, age 87, passed from this life on March 13, 2025.

A native of Ballinger, he was born February 28, 1938. After graduating from Ballinger in 1956, he attended Tarleton for two years before enlisting in the Air Force. After a tour as a linguist at Osan, Korea, he returned to Randolph AFB at San Antonio where he was...

Deral Ervin Coats

Deral Ervin Coats

Mar 13, 2025

Deral Ervin Coats, born on September 28, 1951, in Abilene, Texas, passed away peacefully on March 13, 2025, at Hendrick Hospice Care in Abilene. A dedicated member of the truck driving industry, Deral spent his career as a truck driver and teacher, where he shared his knowledge and passion for the profession with others.

Growing up in Novice, Deral graduated from...

Barbara Jean Philley

Barbara Jean Philley

Mar 12, 2025

Barbara Jean Philley, a beloved figure whose vibrant spirit touched the lives of many, embarked on her eternal journey on March 12, 2025, in Abilene, Texas. Born on November 8, 1934, in Bonham, Texas, Barbara was a radiant star whose warmth and kindness illuminated the lives of her family and friends.

Growing up in Fannin County, Barbara's formative years at Ravana...

Minnie Lee Watson

Minnie Lee Watson

Mar 4, 2025

Minnie Lee Watson, born on September 16, 1947, in Bexar County, Texas, passed away peacefully on March 4, 2025, in Coleman, Texas. She was a beloved figure in her community, known for her quiet demeanor and immense capacity for love, particularly towards her family.

Minnie dedicated many years of her life to nursing, serving as a certified nurse aide at Leisure...

Betty Scarborough

Betty Scarborough

Mar 4, 2025

Betty Scarborough, born on March 15, 1938, in Leaday, Texas, passed away peacefully on March 4, 2025, at Holiday Hill Nursing Home, surrounded by her beloved family. A devoted homemaker, Betty was not only the caretaker of her home and farm but also a nurturing presence in the lives of all who knew her. She dedicated herself to her family,...

Anita Floyd

Anita Floyd

Mar 2, 2025

Anita Floyd, born on February 21, 1962, in Coleman, Texas, entered eternal rest on March 2, 2025, at Coleman County Medical Center. A dedicated caregiver and beloved member of the Coleman community, Anita leaves behind a lasting legacy of compassion through her work as a licensed vocational nurse. During her esteemed career, she served at Coleman County Medical Center, Coleman...

Jordan Lee Dean

Jordan Lee Dean

Feb 24, 2025

Jordan Lee Dean, born May 20, 1992, in Brownwood, Texas, passed into life eternal Monday, February 24, 2025, in Dalhart, Texas.

At the age of three, after a brief time in foster care, Jordan along with his brother Jonathan and sister Joanie, found their forever home with Roddy and Debbie Dean in Santa Anna, Texas. Their adoption marked the beginning of...