Obituaries
Obituaries
Obituaries for City, ST. and surrounding areas
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
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
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...
Leslie Gerald Laws
Feb 18, 2025
Gerald was born to Civil Gerald Laws and June (Croft) Laws. He was born and raised in Coleman, Texas. After graduation, Gerald married his high school sweetheart Sharon Barnett on May 22nd, 1970. They enjoyed 54 years of marriage. Gerald joined the Army shortly after their marriage and after basic training and AIT he was stationed in Germany. Sharon was...
Eva Elizabeth Brown
Feb 17, 2025
Eva Elizabeth Brown was born in Coleman County, Texas on March 21, 1935, and left this world on February 17, 2025, at the age of 89 in Katy, Texas.
Eva Elizabeth was born to Gladys and Robert Thwing, and was lovingly called Scooter, Beth, Eva Beth or simply Eva. Eva was raised in Kinfolk Hollow (aka Kenfolk Holler), attending Mozelle High...
Theresa Kay Genzling
Feb 15, 2025
Theresa Kay Genzling, born on September 19, 1955, was called to her eternal home on February 15, 2025, in Coleman, Texas. She leaves behind a rich legacy of love, faith, and family, cherished by those who knew her.
Theresa dedicated many years to her career as a secretary and office manager at Artesia Plumbing and Heating. She found joy in her...
Donna Marie Haynes
Feb 11, 2025
Donna Marie Haynes, age 79, crossed over to be with her Lord and Savior on Tuesday morning, February 11, 2025. The Family would like to thank everyone for their prayers and support through these trying times.
A funeral service will be held at Gardendale Church, 6849 East Goldenrod, Gardendale, Texas, on Monday, February 17, 2025, at 2:00 pm with Pastor Derrick...
Emily Jane Dykes
Feb 11, 2025
Emily Jane Dykes, born on October 28, 1946, in Gonzales, Texas, peacefully departed this world on February 11, 2025, at Holiday Hill Nursing Home in Coleman, Texas. A cherished member of her community, Emily, leaves behind a rich legacy of love, dedication, and service.
Emily spent many years of her professional life at Texas Instruments, where she made enduring contributions to...
Douglas Carrol Mitchell
Feb 7, 2025
Douglas (Doug) Carrol Mitchell of Novice passed away on February 7, 2025, he was 83 years old.
He was born on September 15, 1941. Doug was proceeded in death by his wife, Billie Jean Mitchell, his father, Archie B Mitchell, his mother, Lula Mae Mitchell and his six older brothers, Osie Mitchell, A.B. Mitchell, Lonnie Mitchell, Delbert Mitchell, Max Mitchell and...
Freddy Joe Schwake
Feb 1, 2025
Freddy Joe Schwake, the son of William and Lillie Schwake, was born in Odessa, Texas on June 10, 1945. Freddy attended primary and secondary schools in Odessa Texas, graduating from Odessa’s Ector High School in 1963. As he grew up, Fred was very interested in athletics but wasn’t certain about how to get actively involved until he met Jerry Rhea,...
Jerry Glen Baugh
Jan 31, 2025
Jerry Glen Baugh, of Coleman, Texas, passed away on January 31, 2025. He was born in Nueces County, Texas, on December 16, 1940, to John Wesley Baugh and Mildred R. White. Jerry graduated Highschool in 1959 from Gatesville, Texas.
Jerry was preceded in death by his parents, his brother Wesley Joe Baugh, his son Wesley Duane Baugh and niece Lynell Hughes.
In...
Ralph Berven Wagley, Sr.
Jan 30, 2025
R.B. Wagley, Sr., age 88, of Coleman, died Thursday, January 30, 2025, at Hendrick Medical Center in Brownwood. There will be no memorial services held. A private inurnment will be in the Texas State Veterans Cemetery in Abilene. Arrangements are entrusted to Stevens Funeral Home, 400 W. Pecan Street, in Coleman.
Retha Polly Sexton
Jan 30, 2025
Retha Polly Sexton
As the Magnificent Mississippi Magnolia Blooms and Fades away, a beautiful lady has closed her life on earth and entered her eternal home.
Polly Slay Sexton was born in Weathersby, Mississippi on March 13, 1930, and left this world on January 30, 2025, at the age of 94 at her home in Coleman, Texas.
Polly was born to Era Elizabeth...
Dwight Nanny
Jan 29, 2025
Dwight Leon Nanny, born on October 3, 1943, passed away peacefully on January 29, 2025, in Coleman, Texas.
A proud graduate of Tolar High School in Tolar, Texas, Class of 1962, Dwight went on to earn a Bachelor of Science degree from Tarleton State College (now University), and later a Master’s in Banking from Southern Methodist University. In August of 1967,...
Bettie Anne Smith
Jan 27, 2025
Bettie Anne Smith, beloved sister, aunt, and friend, passed away peacefully on January 27, 2025, in Abilene, Texas, at the age of 88. She was born on September 13, 1936, in Coleman, Texas, to Paul Brown Smith and Mary Anita Forman Smith. Anne was a radiant presence in the lives of those who knew her, leaving behind a legacy...
Della Walden
Jan 26, 2025
Della Mae Walden, a cherished matriarch and beloved member of the Coleman community, passed away peacefully on January 26, 2025, in Coleman, Texas. She was born Adella Mae Blair on November 22, 1932, in Concho County, Texas. Della's legacy is one marked by love, dedication, and an unwavering spirit.
Della's career included a notable tenure as the Postmaster for the Voss...
Dorothy Mitchell
Jan 24, 2025
Dorothy Mitchell, born on September 12, 1929, in the Cross Roads Community, in Coleman County, Texas, passed away peacefully on January 24, 2025, in Abilene, Texas. She was a beloved member of her community and devoted to her family.
Dorothy was a loving wife, mother, and homemaker, dedicating her life to her family. She met the love of her life, Willis...
Faye Dean
Jan 23, 2025
Faye Dean, born on January 15, 1930, in Echo, Texas, passed away peacefully on January 23, 2025, in Grapevine, Texas. A beloved figure in her community, Faye was a devoted family member and a dedicated professional, leaving a legacy of warmth and kindness.
Faye enjoyed a commendable career at Stemple Manufacturing, Sears, and Allsup’s store manager for over 26 years. In...
Jean Simmons
Jan 21, 2025
Norma Jean Simmons was born March 15, 1938, in New Castle, Indiana to Roll and Mary Smith. She went to her Heavenly Home on Tuesday, January 21, 2025, at the age of 86.
Jean married the boy who dunked her in the pool the summer before her freshman year of high school. He retaliated by showing her the world through his...
Rita Wilson Day
Jan 11, 2025
Rita Wilson Day, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and cherished friend, passed away peacefully on Saturday, January 11, 2025, at her residence in Santa Anna, Texas. Born on August 8, 1938, in Coleman, Texas, Rita grew up in Grosvenor and Blackwell, ultimately graduating from Bangs High School.
Throughout her remarkable life, Rita wore many hats, displaying not only her versatility but also...
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