Obituaries
Obituaries
Obituaries for City, ST. and surrounding areas
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...
Larry Edgar Collins
Nov 11, 2023
Larry Edgar Collins, a devoted husband, father, and dedicated member of the United States Army, has peacefully passed away at the age of 72 on November 11, 2023. Born on January 8, 1951, in Willow Springs, Missouri, Larry's indomitable spirit and compassionate nature touched the lives of all those who had the privilege of knowing him. Having proudly served...
Tedda (Neisemann) Howard
Nov 5, 2023
Tedda Howard, age 76, died Sunday, November 5, 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.
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Mary J. (Duncan) Terry
Oct 22, 2023
Mary Terry, age 74, left this world to go to her heavenly home on Sunday, October 22, 2023, at Hendrick Medical Center in Abilene surrounded by many of her loved ones and held by her son.
A celebration of her life will be held on Sunday, November 5, 2023, at 2:30 p.m. at Stevens Funeral Home Chapel,...
Ronald L. Stubblefield
Oct 22, 2023
Ronald LeVeque Stubblefield, a compassionate and beloved individual, peacefully passed away on October 22, 2023, at the age of 62. Born on September 4, 1961, in Fort Campbell, Kentucky, Ron was the epitome of a devoted son, brother, and uncle. With a warm and gentle nature, Ron touched the lives of many in his community. His kind spirit...
Kathy (Hirrill) Andrews
Oct 22, 2023
Laura Kathryn Andrews, beloved mother, grandmother, sister, and cherished member of the Coleman community, peacefully passed away on October 22, 2023, at the age of 76. Born on April 3, 1947, in Kermit, Texas, Laura, known to all as Kathy, touched the lives of those around her with her compassionate spirit, artistic talents, and unwavering love for her...
Rafael Jimenez
Oct 19, 2023
Rafael Vasquez Jimenez, a devoted husband, loving father, doting grandfather, and respected member of the community, passed away peacefully on October 19, 2023, at the age of 82. He was born on November 24, 1940, in Cd. Mante, Tamaulipas, Mexico, to his proud parents, Refugia Vasquez Jimenez and Wenceslao Jimenez. Rafael's passing has left a void that will be...
Rafael Jimenez
Oct 19, 2023
Rafael Vasquez Jimenez, a devoted husband, loving father, doting grandfather, and respected member of the community, passed away peacefully on October 19, 2023, at the age of 82. He was born on November 24, 1940, in Cd. Mante, Tamaulipas, Mexico, to his proud parents, Refugia Vasquez Jimenez and Wenceslao Jimenez. Rafael's passing has left a void that will be...
D. C. Templeton
Oct 16, 2023
Deward Clinton Templeton, known to his loved ones as D.C. and Grandad, passed away peacefully on October 16, 2023, at Focused Care at Crane, Texas. He was born on January 25, 1938, in Coleman, Texas, to proud parents, Herbert Lee Templeton, Sr. and Irene Agatha McAnally Templeton, who raised him with love and care.D.C. was a devoted family man...
D. C. Templeton
Oct 16, 2023
Deward Clinton Templeton, known to his loved ones as D.C. and Grandad, passed away peacefully on October 16, 2023, at Focused Care at Crane, Texas. He was born on January 25, 1938, in Coleman, Texas, to proud parents, Herbert Lee Templeton, Sr. and Irene Agatha McAnally Templeton, who raised him with love and care. D.C. was a devoted family...
Edwina Clara (Pope) Wilson
Oct 15, 2023
Edwina Wilson, age 88, of Coleman, died Sunday, October 15, 2023, at Holiday Hill Nursing Home.
She was born Edwina Clara Pope on November 1, 1934, in Port Lavaca, Texas to Charles Edwin Pope and Opeline Mae Giger Pope. Edwina worked in the restaurant business for many years and recently relocated to Coleman to be with family. She enjoyed...
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