Obituaries

Sherry Hirsch

Sherry Hirsch

Jan 10, 2026

Sherry Lynn Hirsch, 76, of Window Rock, Arizona passed away on January 10th, 2026, in Abilene, TX.

Private family only funeral services will be under Sherry’s Pastor Dr Cliff Stewart. Services are under the direction of The Hamil Family Funeral Home, 6449 Buffalo Gap Road.

Public Celebration of Life will be 2 to 5pm on Saturday February 7, 2026, at the Abilene...

Benny Dye

Benny Dye

Jan 6, 2026

Benny Eugene Dye of Abilene, Texas passed away on January 6, 2026, in Abilene, Texas.

Graveside services will be held at 1:00 P.M. on Wednesday, January 14, 2026, at the Texas State Veterans Cemetery, with Brother David Cason officiating under the direction of The Hamil Family Home, 6449 Buffalo Gap Road.

Benny was born in Abilene, Texas to Ben and Lorene Dye...

Nancy Burks

Nancy Burks

Jan 13, 2026

Obituary is currently being composed.

Bobbie Davis

Bobbie Davis

Jan 8, 2026

Bobbie Ray Davis, age 95, of Abilene, Texas, passed away peacefully on Thursday, January 8th, 2026.

Bobbie was born in Brownfield, Texas, to Allene and Robert Davis. He was a longtime resident of Abilene and will be remembered for his strong love for his family and his ability to always find a way to make you smile. He enjoyed being outdoors,...

Robert Shipman

Robert Shipman

Jan 3, 2026

Robert Kenneth Shipman Jr., 72 yrs old of Odessa, Texas passed unexpectedly on January 3, 2026, in Abilene, Texas.

He was born on March 10, 1953, In Abilene, Texas, to Kenneth and Minnie Shipman.

He was an avid hunter and fisherman. He was always full of laughter and stories. He passed on his love of animals to his children and his knowledge...

Margaret Billingsley

Margaret Billingsley

Dec 23, 2025

Margaret Ester Cary Billingsley passed peacefully into the loving arms of her Lord and Savior on December 23, 2025, in Midland, Texas.

She was born on July 10, 1926, to A. B and Mary Mullins Cary in Dawson County outside of Lamesa, Texas. She graduated Salutatorian from Colorado City High School in 1943 at the age of 16. She attended...

Jacqueline Latham

Jacqueline Latham

Jan 11, 2026

The family is composing an obituary at this time for Jacqueline Latham.

We welcome you to provide your thoughts and memories on our Tribute Wall.

Ronald Hudek

Ronald Hudek

Jan 4, 2026

Ronald Bernard Hudek, of Rolla, Missouri, passed away on January 4, 2026 in his home in Buffalo Gap, Texas.

Ronald was born March 12, 1940 in Cicero, Illinois. His parents then moved to Missouri where they started a little farm with all their family. He went to a Catholic School where he received his education and then went into the military...

James Atchley

James Atchley

Jan 2, 2026

Wayne Atchley

James “Wayne” Atchley, 88, of Abilene, passed away on Friday, January 2, 2026, in Abilene.

Visitation will be held from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m., Monday, January 5, 2026, at The Hamil Family Funeral Home, 6449 Buffalo Gap Rd.

Funeral Services will be held at 10:00 a.m., Tuesday, January 6, 2026, at North Park Baptist Church, 1525 Anson Ave, Abilene, with Pastor’s...

Mickey  LeRoy Redwine

Mickey LeRoy Redwine

Dec 30, 2025

Mickey LeRoy Redwine, 81, beloved son, brother, husband, father, and affectionately known as Grandpa, passed away at home on December 30, 2025 in New Braunfels, Texas. Mickey lived his life giving his whole heart to everything he did, especially to his family, whom he loved deeply.

He was born on October 28, 1944 in Richmond, California to the late Willis Brown...

James Hill

James Hill

Dec 25, 2025

James Hill, beloved husband, father, and grandfather, passed away on December 25, 2025, in Abilene, Texas, at the age of 64.

Visitation will be held from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m., Tuesday, January 6, 2026, at The Hamil Family Funeral Home, 6449 Buffalo Gap Rd.

Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m., Wednesday, January 7, 2026, at Beltway Park Church South Campus,...

Harry Stevens, Jr.

Harry Stevens, Jr.

Dec 24, 2025

Harry Reigart Stevens, Jr., 78, of Tye, passed away on December 24, 2025.

Harry was born in Harrisburg, PA to Harry and Evelyn Stevens on May 15, 1947. He married Sandra Stevens on January 19, 1968 in Abilene, Texas. He was a Vietnam Veteran and served 20 years in the Air Force. He was a member of Oldham Church of Christ. 

Harry...

Sammy Lee Holt, Sr.

Sammy Lee Holt, Sr.

Dec 24, 2025

Sammy Lee Holt Sr., age 81, of Hamby, Texas, passed away peacefully on December 24, 2025.

 Memorial services will be held at 11:00 a.m., Monday, January 5, 2026, at the Hamby Church of Christ, 197 CR 504, Abilene, Texas 79601

 Sam was a faithful member of the Hamby Church of Christ and lived a life rooted in service, humility, and quiet gratitude....

Lola Faye Hill Austin

Lola Faye Hill Austin

Dec 23, 2025

Lola Faye Hill Austin, 96, of Abilene passed away on December 23, 2025, in Abilene, Texas.

Visitation will be 5:00 pm. to 7:00 pm. Friday, January 2, 2026, at Hamil Family Funeral Home.

A Celebration of her Life will be held 1:00 pm on Saturday, January 3, 2026, at Wylie Baptist Church with the Pastor Mike Harkrider of Wylie Baptist Church, officiating....

Joseph Rhodes

Joseph Rhodes

Dec 22, 2025

Joseph M (Joe) Rhodes 87, of Merkel passed away on December 22nd at his home in Merkel. 

 A memorial service will be held at Faith Baptist Church, 2300 S. 20th St, Abilene on Friday January 2, 2026 at 1:00pm with committal with military honors to follow at 3:00pm at The Texas State Veterans Cemetery in Abilene. Services are under the direction...

Jimmy Windell Seals

Jimmy Windell Seals

Dec 18, 2025

Jimmy Windell Seals, age 80, of Abilene, Texas, passed away on December 18, 2025, in Abilene.

Visitation will be held from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. on Monday, December 29, 2025, at The Hamil Family Funeral Home, 6449 Buffalo Gap Road, Abilene, Texas.

Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Tuesday, December 30, 2025, at The Hamil Family Funeral Home, with...

Elizabeth "Beth" McLeskey

Elizabeth "Beth" McLeskey

Dec 18, 2025

Erie Elizabeth (Beth) McLeskey, our beloved mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away on her birthday, December 18, 2025, in Abilene.

Beth was born on December 18, 1928, in Dallas, Texas, to Sidney F. and Ruth Porter Bowers. She graduated from Breckenridge High School in 1946. Some of her fondest memories during her young growing up years were spending time with her...

Terry McDonald

Terry McDonald

Dec 17, 2025

Terry Dale McDonald, 61, of Abilene, passed away on Wednesday, December 17, 2025 in Abilene.

Visitation will be 2:00pm-4:00pm Sunday, December 21, 2025 at The Hamil Family Funeral Home, 6449 Buffalo Gap Road.

Funeral services will be held 1:00pm Monday, December 22, 2025, at First Baptist Church Buffalo Gap with the Derrick Looney of Gardendale Church, officiating. Services are under the direction...

Bobbie Morris

Bobbie Morris

Dec 17, 2025

Bobbie Frances Morris

Bobbie Frances Morris, 95, of Abilene, passed away on December 17, 2025.

Visitation will be held from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. on Friday, December 26, at The Hamil Family Funeral Home.

Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, December 27, at The Hamil Family Funeral Home, with Jeff Reid of Pioneer Drive Baptist Church officiating. Burial...

Ed Brady

Ed Brady

Dec 17, 2025

Ed Brady, 81, of Hamby passed away peacefully at his home December 17, 2025. His beloved wife of 55 years, Mary Ann Brady, was at his side.The family will host a visitation at The Hamil Family Funeral Home, 6449 Buffalo Gap Rd, Abilene, Tx on Friday December 19, 2025, from 5 pm - 7 pm.

 Ed's funeral service will be held at...