Obituaries

Apr 17, 2025

Jimmy Melton McDonald, Jr., age 69, of Abilene, Texas, passed away peacefully on April 17, 2025. He was born on April 14, 1956, at Fort Carson, Colorado, to Jimmy McDonald, Sr. and June Ray McDonald.

Jimmy was one of seven brothers and was preceded in death by his parents, Bob and June Crooks, and by his brothers Stan, Ken, Russ, Doug,...

Apr 15, 2025

James L. Reed, 81, passed away peacefully on April 15, 2025, in Abilene, Texas. Born June 6, 1943, in Swenson, Texas, James lived a life marked by faith, devotion to family, and a steadfast work ethic.

A proud graduate of Jayton High School, James went on to serve his country with honor in the United States Army. He was stationed in...

Apr 6, 2025

Jeri Kay Bedingfield, 67, of Abilene, passed away at her home on Sunday, April 6, 2025. A memorial service will be at the First Methodist Church, 202 Butternut Street, on Sunday, May 4, 2025, at 2:00 p.m. with Greg Rake officiating. Interment will be at Elmwood Memorial Park Cemetery at a later date. Arrangements under the direction of Piersall Funeral...

Apr 6, 2025

Candace Sue Shelton, a beloved teacher and champion for marginalized students, left this world on April 6, 2025, at the age of 80. Born on September 17, 1944, in Pampa, Texas, Candace dedicated her life to uplifting those around her, profoundly impacting the lives of displaced and racially profiled students throughout her career in education with the Abilene Independent School...

Apr 5, 2025

Fay Lou Watson was born on Thanksgiving Day along with her twin brother Ray Ludie, in 1924 at Chickasha, Oklahoma. She passed away in Abilene, TX at the young age of 100 years 4 months and 9 days, on April 5, 2025 holding her sons hand. Services will be held on Saturday, April 12, 2025 at 10:00A.M. at High Pointe...

Apr 2, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Jimmy Valdez, who left us too soon on April 2, 2025. Born on September 6, 1972, in Abilene, Texas, Jimmy spent his formative years in the small community of Merkel, where he graduated from Merkel High School. He was a beloved son, and a gifted artist-known for his creativity...

Apr 2, 2025

Homer Charlie Winkles, age 69, passed away peacefully at home on April 2, 2025, in Abilene, TX. 

A beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend, Homer lived a life full of passion, kindness, and dedication to his family and community. For over 45 years, Homer was a pillar in the bar industry, eventually fulfilling his dream of owning his own establishments—My Place...

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 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 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

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...