Obituaries
Obituaries
Obituaries for City, ST. and surrounding areas
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...
Michael James Lobstein
Jan 5, 2025
Michael James “Mike” Lobstein, born May 20, 1958, passed away peacefully on Sunday, January 5, 2025. He leaves behind a legacy of love and dedication that will forever be cherished by his family and all who had the privilege of knowing him. He is preceded in death by his loving parents, Ruth Maxine Smith Lobstein, James William Lobstein, and half-sister,...
Joyce Kirwin
Jan 5, 2025
Bevy Joyce Kirwin, age 86, passed away on Sunday, January 5, 2025, due to complications from a stroke she suffered a week prior.
Joyce, or “Baby Joyce,” as she was known by many family members, was born on December 26, 1938, in Freer, Texas. She was the only child of Ardell and Lloyd Authur “Pat” Patterson. Joyce grew up in Coleman,...
Timmy Joe Golson
Jan 3, 2025
December 4, 1954 - January 3, 2025, born in Coleman County, Timmy (Tim) Joe Golson passed away in his hometown of Coleman at the age of 70.
Tim’s legacy is carried on by his wife, Suzanne; their daughter, Lauren and her spouse, Cody Brown; his son, Toby and his spouse, Melinda Golson; his brother, Tony and his spouse, Susan Golson; his...
Fina Reid
Dec 31, 2024
Fina Reid, a beloved member of the Coleman community, passed away peacefully on December 31, 2024, at the age of 84. Born Betty Ophenia Palmer on December 11, 1940, in Hopkins County, she received her early education in Dangerfield before graduating from high school in Grand Prairie. Her roots were firmly planted in Texas, and throughout her life, Fina cultivated...
Vicki Taylor Brown
Dec 23, 2024
Vicki Taylor Brown, age 80, of Coleman, passed away peacefully on Monday, December 23, 2024, at her residence.
No services will be held. Arrangements are entrusted to Stevens Funeral Home, 400 W. Pecan Street, in Coleman.
Vicki requested memorials be made to Feeding America at www.feedingamerica.org and contribute to a local food bank, or to Shriners Hospital for Children at www.shrinerschildren.org.
We invite...
Patsy Helen Drake
Dec 16, 2024
Patsy Drake, 77, of Santa Anna, Texas, passed away on Monday, December 16, 2024, in Clyde surrounded by family.
The family will host a visitation from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Thursday, December 19, 2024, at Stevens Funeral Home, 400 W. Pecan Street, in Coleman. In honor of Patsy’s legacy, a celebration of her life will be held at 2:00 p.m....
Loma Gayle Gilbreth
Dec 15, 2024
Loma Gayle Gilbreth, born on December 25, 1938, in Abilene, Texas, passed away peacefully on Sunday, December 15, 2024, at Coleman County Medical Center. She lived a fulfilling life dedicated to her family, and her warmth and kindness will be cherished by those who knew her.
Loma grew up in Wichita Falls and Abilene, where she attended school. After beginning her...
Derald D. Burns
Dec 11, 2024
Derald D. Burns, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, and esteemed veteran, passed away peacefully on December 11, 2024, in Coleman, Texas. Born on December 21, 1941, in Bristow, Creek County, Oklahoma, Derald lived a life marked by bravery, service, and love.
Following his honorable service in the United States Army during the Vietnam War, where he was wounded in...
Mason Ray Cullins
Dec 11, 2024
Mason Ray Cullins, a remarkable individual whose talents knew no bounds, passed away peacefully at Oak Ridge Manor Nursing Home in Brownwood, Texas, on Wednesday, December 11, 2024. He was born on July 15, 1941, in Gouldbusk, Texas, and spent his formative years in Coleman County, where he attended school at Mozelle.
Mason was known for his exceptional skills as a...
Crystal Denise Walker
Dec 11, 2024
Crystal Denise Walker, born on November 27, 1962, in Brownwood, Texas, passed away peacefully on December 11, 2024, in Coleman, Texas, with her beloved husband, Darrell Walker, by her side.
Crystal dedicated over 26 years of her life to serving at Coleman County Medical Center, a role that she cherished deeply. She found immense joy in supporting both the nurses and...
Brooke Diane Matthews
Dec 10, 2024
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Brooke Diane Matthews, who departed this life on December 10, 2024, in Odessa, Texas. Born on June 8, 1981, in Brownwood, Texas, Brooke was a cherished soul whose vibrant personality brought joy to all who knew her.
Brooke was raised in Coleman, where she cultivated a lifelong passion for learning....
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