Obituaries

Mar 26, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Steven Randall Edgar, who left us on March 26, 2025, at the age of 73. Randy was born on April 17, 1951, in McCamey, Texas, to Rosalee and Edwin Edgar. He married Nancy Dannelley on August 11, 1979, in Florence Texas and they enjoyed over 45 years of marriage....

Mar 26, 2025

Jerry Don Aaron, 85, of Rising Star, passed away on Wednesday, March 26, 2025, in Abilene.  Arrangements are under the direction of Piersall Funeral Directors, 733 Butternut Street.

Jerry was born on November 6, 1939, in Rising Star, Texas to U.Z. and Veleta (Underwood) Aaron.  He graduated from Rising Star High School in 1958.  He attended Tarleton...

Mar 24, 2025

Charlie Rita Kehl, loving wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother and friend, age 83, passed away on March 24, 2025. Funeral service will be on Friday, March 28, 2025 at 11:00 a.m. in the chapel of the Southern Hills Church of Christ, 3666 Buffalo Gap Road, with a visitation starting at 10:00 a.m.

Rita was born in Wichita,...

Mar 13, 2025

Gordon Leroy Dowell passed away peacefully with family at his side on March 13, 2025 at the age of 92.

Gordon was raised on a dairy farm near Stillwater, Oklahoma.  He attended North Star School and Eureka Middle School and High School.  In his early years, he was actively involved in 4-H and won many statewide and...

Mar 7, 2025

Danny Joe Arnold, 70, of Sweetwater, passed away on Friday, March 7, 2025, in Abilene after a short illness with his family by his side.  A memorial service with the family will be at a later date.

Danny was born in Kermit, Texas on August 9, 1954, to Maudie Marlee and Joseph Earnest Arnold.  He was a...

Mar 5, 2025

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Rosaura (Rosa) Fuentes, a beloved mother, grandmother, and friend, who left us peacefully on March 5, 2025, at the age of 73.  A visitation will be on Saturday, March 8, 2025, from 5:00 – 6:00 p.m., with a Rosery service starting at 6:00 p.m. in the chapel of Piersall Funeral Directors,...

Mar 4, 2025

Patsy Eilene (Hargrove) Gipson, a beloved mother, grandmother, sister, aunt and devoted member of the Abilene community, passed away peacefully on March 4, 2025, at the age of 88. Born on May 15, 1936, in Abilene, Texas, Patsy's life was a testament to love, faith, and family.

Some of Eilene's greatest achievements were found not in the...

Feb 27, 2025

Roma Lee Mays Aberegg went home to our Father in Heaven on the 27th of February, 2025. A visitation will be on Tuesday, March 4, 2025 at 10:00 a.m. in the chapel of Piersall Funeral Directors, 733 Butternut Street.  Funeral service will follow at 11:00 a.m. and burial will be a 1:00 p.m. at the Texas State Veterans Cemetery...

Feb 26, 2025

Anita Jean (Harvey) Macgregor, 86, of Abilene, Texas, passed away on February 26, 2025.

Nita was born on January 11, 1939, in Abilene, Texas, to Maxey and Hazel Harvey. She grew up in Abilene, graduating from Abilene High School in 1956 and was one of the first women to earn a degree in Agricultural Sciences from Abilene...

Feb 25, 2025

Margarette Sue Townsend, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, went home to be with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on February 25th, 2025 while surrounded by her family. While our hearts ache in her absence, we find great comfort in knowing that she is now in the presence of the One she loved and served so faithfully throughout...

Feb 21, 2025

Robert Brantley Redden Jr., a beloved father, husband, and honored veteran, passed away peacefully on February 21, 2025, at the age of 84. A visitation will be on Wednesday, February 26, 2025 from 4:00 - 6:00 p.m. at Piersall Funeral Directors, 733 Butternut Street. Funeral service will be on Thursday, February 27, 2025, at 11:00 a.m. in the chapel at...

Feb 20, 2025

Laurence Dale Copeland, a beloved husband, father, and respected electrical engineer, was born on January 14, 1939, in Morristown, New Jersey. He passed away peacefully on February 20, 2025, in Abilene, Texas, surrounded by the love of his family.

Laurence was raised in Nashville, Tennessee, where his passion for engineering blossomed. He earned his Bachelor of Science...

Feb 12, 2025

Glenn Elvin Earnest, 88, of Abilene, passed away on Wednesday, February 12, 2025.  A graveside service will be on Tuesday, February 18, 2025, at 11:00 a.m. at the Texas State Veterans Cemetery at Abilene, under the direction of Piersall Funeral Directors, 733 Butternut Street.

Glenn was born on January 10, 1937 in Abilene to Opal and John...

Feb 12, 2025

It is with both sorrow and celebration that we announce the passing of Sandra Sue Graham on February 12, 2025, at the age of 86. Born in San Francisco, CA, on November 20, 1938, Sandra brought light and laughter to everyone she encountered, leaving an indelible mark on her family and friends.

For over 30 years, Sandra...

Feb 10, 2025

On Monday, February 10, 2025, we lost a caring husband, loving father, and giving neighbor. An unexpected health event took him from this earthly confine to everlasting life with our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. While those left behind are heartbroken, we rejoice in his healing and heavenly home.

Johnny was born on April 18, 1944, to...

Feb 5, 2025

Rudolph "Rudy" Sayas, 84, beloved Son, Father, and Spouse, was called to his eternal resting place on Wednesday, February 5, 2025.  Funeral service will be at 10:00 am on Monday, February 10, 2025, in the chapel at Beltway Park Church – South Campus, 4009 Beltway South, with Pastor Mike Hill officiating.  Burial will be at 1:00 p.m. at the...

Jan 27, 2025

Billy Dale Thomas born November 7, 1941, passed away on January 27, 2025 at the age of 83.

Billy had been living in Baird, Texas the past five years and before that was living in Frisco and Tom Bean, Texas.

Surviving Billy are his two daughters, Kearsie Wylie of Anna, TX and Rebecca Day of...

Jan 27, 2025

Thomas Wayne Ratliff was born April 15, 1953, in Muleshoe, Texas. He was the youngest of three boys. His family’s move to Hobbs, New Mexico changed his life. It was there Tommy made lifelong friends, including his best friend for life, Paul Hulin, and discovered the joy of athletics. He was an outstanding football player and a running back...

Jan 27, 2025

Ellen White Campbell, 81, of Abilene, passed away on Monday, January 27, 2025, at Hendrick Hospice Care Center.  A memorial service will be on Saturday, February 1, 2025, at 2:00 p.m. at Hendrick Home for Children, 2758 Jeanette Street.  Arrangements under the direction of Piersall Funeral Directors, 733 Butternut Street.

Ellen was born to William Grady and...

Jan 25, 2025

With heavy hearts we announce the passing of Vickie. A cherished wife, mother, Gigi, and friend. She departed peacefully on January 25, 2025. We know she is free from pain; Singing and Dancing in Heaven.

Born on August 27, 1954, Vickie brought light and love into the lives of all who knew her. Her gentle spirit, unwavering...