A good man left this earth April 16, 2021 to join his Heavenly Father. Roy Earl White was born November 14, 1931 in Ovalo, Texas. He was the eldest son of Willie Wayne and Mable White.  He was joined later by a brother, Alfred, and sister, Billey Ruth. Roy attended school in Ovalo and graduated from Jim Ned, known then as South Taylor.  He received two scholarships, one athletic and one academic.  He attended Hardin-Simmons University.  He served two years in the Army...

Patsy Ann Bowers Bradley of Abilene went to be with her Savior Wednesday, April 14, 2021, at the age of 84. Ann, as she was known to friends and family, was born July 13, 1936 in Coleman, Texas to J.B. Bowers, Sr. and Juanita Stanphil Bowers.  She attended Coleman High School, graduating in 1954. Ann married in 1955 and had three loving children.  She worked 28 years for AISD as a librarian and then as a Health Extender, where she made every one, especially every child, she...

Esther Smith, 73, of Blytheville, Arkansas, passed away Wednesday, April 7, 2021 at her home. Esther was born in Big Spring, Texas to Harol and Clarice Bailey. She was a homemaker and attended Bethany Baptist Church. Esther was raised in and formerly of Big Spring, Texas. She enjoyed reading and writing and her favorite book in the Bible was Psalms. She was an avid painter and loved to paint angels and crosses.  She was preceded in death by her husband, Arthur L....

Mary Beth Wise of Apple Valley, CA passed away after a prolonged illness April 1, 2021. She was born July 12, 1966 to Judith Exley and Robert Wise in Norwalk, CA.  Mary Beth lived a full life. She was always fun and happy.  Mary Beth is preceeded in death by husband Michael Nitsche, Son William Thomas Arrendell, and father Robert Wise  She leaves behind mother Judith Puldas of Lucerne Valley, CA; daughters Kayden Wise of Apple Valley, CA, and Kara Arrendell Quiroz of...

Norman Gale Cranford went to be with his Lord and Savior Monday, March 22, 2021, at the age of 77. Norman was born July 12,1943 in Winters, Texas to W.H "Boots" and Cleo Mansell Cranford. He married Jacinta Long August 14, 1965 and the couple had one daughter, Cynthia Cranford Slate. Norman went into the Army after high school to serve his country. When he returned he married Jacinta, whom had grown up while he was gone away. He was an avid hunter and fisherman and loved the...

April Michele Bowen went to be with her Savior Monday, March 8, 2021, at the age of 52. April was born April 9, 1968 in Elk City, Oklahoma to Ronald and Barbara Jackson Kelley.  She married Dean Bowen and the couple had three children, making their life in Callahan County outside of Baird.  April earned an associates degree and worked as a beautician, but the jobs she loved the most were working over 13 years at Callahan County Veterinary Clinic for Dr. Rob Harle and Dr. Monte...

Paul Rodriguez passed away Sunday, March 7, 2021, at the age of 52.  No services are scheduled.

Charles Thomas Chaney of Abilene left this life Wednesday, March 3, 2021, at the age of 57. Charles was born October 15, 1963 in Ft. Benning, Georgia to Bobby Joe and Patsy Irene (McBride) Chaney.  He was a caring son, and a loving father and grandfather.  He was an avid fisherman and a capable craftsman, skilled in all of the construction trades. He was preceded in death by his father, Bobby Joe Chaney. He is survived by his mother, Patsy Irene Chaney of Abilene; a daughter,...

Elsie Maye Price of Abilene went to her heavenly home in the early morning hours Tuesday, February 16. 2021, at the age of 80. Elsie was born April 26, 1940 in Austin, Texas to T.M. and Velma Smith Clark.  She married James Monroe (Jim) Price February 14, 1957. He preceded her in death in 2012. Elsie was a homemaker, who loved going to church and talking to family and friends.  She ran a daycare in her home for many  years.  She was a member of Hope Eternal Church. She...

Charles David Lauw (charlie)passed away at Homestead Nursing and Rehab of Baird on February 14, 2021 at the age of 88.  Charlie was born in Yorktown, TX on May 13,1932 to John A. and Marie Schroedter Lauw. Charlie enjoyed visiting with friends over a cold one, dancing and charming the ladies at the dancehall, playing dominoes with his friends, and gardening was one of his all time favorite hobbies. He was preceded in death by his loving wife Bonnie...