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Ada Bunt Butler, 72
Died: Wednesday, September 17, 2008, in Abilene, Texas
Ada Bunt Butler, 72, of Hodges, passed away Wednesday, September 17, 2008 at a local hospital. The family will receive friends on Friday, September 19 from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. at Ridgemont Baptist Church, 4857 Buffalo Gap Road. Funeral services will be at 10:00 a.m. Saturday, September 20 at Ridgemont Baptist Church. Rev. Rudy Fambrough and Rev. Ron Shuffield will officiate. Burial will follow in Elmwood Memorial Park. Services are under the direction of The Hamil Family Funeral Home, 6449 Buffalo Gap Road.
Ada was born the daughter of Lee Roy and Virgie (Pennington) Gee on May 7, 1936 in Petrolia, Texas. Before retiring, Ada worked as a Licensed Vocational Nurse. In 1980, Ada moved to Abilene from New Jersey. She married Billy Butler in Abilene on May 7, 2001. Ada was a member of Ridgemont Baptist Church.
She was preceded in death by her parents, her first husband, Morris N. Bunt, and two brothers, JC Gee and Lee Roy Gee Jr. Ada is survived by her husband, Billy Butler, of Hodges; two sons, Morris Bunt, Jr. and Michael Bunt, both of Abilene; one step-son, David Scott and his wife Cheryl of Hamby; one daughter, Ada Michelle Smith, of Abilene; two step-daughters and their husbands, Donna and Greg White and Diana and Randy Duncan, all of Abilene; one brother, Edwin Gee, of Abilene; one sister, Vivian Farris, of Wichita Falls; seven grandchildren, Kevin Eugene Smith, Daniel Ellison, Blake Duncan, Taylor Duncan, Jake Scott, Brylee Ellison and Johnny Holland; three great-grandchildren, Abby, Emma and Tyler. She is also survived by numerous nieces and nephews.
Serving as pallbearers will be Delton Chambers, Kevin Smith, Blake Duncan, Randy Duncan, Daniel Ellison and John Lopez.
Memorials may be made in honor of Ada Butler to the children's ministry at Ridgemont Baptist Church, 4857 Buffalo Gap Road, Abilene, Texas 79606.
Elinor Sherman
Elinor Sherman, of Abilene, passed away Thursday, August 14, 2008 at the age of 69. A memorial service will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Monday, August 18 at the Church of the Heavenly Rest, Episcopal. The Rev. J. Scott Mayer and The Rev. Mary Glover will officiate. Inurnment will follow at the church's columbarium. Arrangements are under the direction of The Hamil Family Funeral Home, 6449 Buffalo Gap Road.
November 3, 1938, Elinor was born in Paris, Texas to John David King and Viola (Ellis) King. She graduated from North Texas State University with a degree in Elementary Education. December 20, 1959, Elinor married William Eugene "Gene" Sherman in Fort Worth, Texas. Abilene has been Elinor's home since 1999. She was a member of the Church of the Heavenly Rest, Episcopal.
Elinor was a member of the Abilene Woman's Club and Los Aficionados. She was an avid bridge player, having played for many years. Her favorite pastimes were sewing and needlework, as well as working crossword puzzles. Elinor loved to cook and even put together a family cookbook with many longtime family recipes and stories. She also enjoyed playing couples golf, travelling, and working on the computer. She especially loved and enjoyed doing things with and for her grandchildren.
Elinor's parents, John and Viola King, preceded her in death. She is survived by her husband, Gene Sherman, of Abilene; two sons, David Sherman and his wife Debbie, of Abilene, Casey Sherman and his wife Kathy, also of Abilene; one daughter, Tiffany Sherman, of Lewisville; six grandchildren Meredith and Monica Sherman, Jason and Kayla Upton, Kayla and Kora Sherman.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the donor's favorite charity.
Bobby Franklin Owen, 23
Died: Friday, October 31, 2008, in Abilene, Texas
Bobby Franklin Owen, of Abilene, died Friday, October 31, 2008. He was 23. Funeral services will be at 2:00 p.m. on Monday, November 3, 2008 at Beltway Park Baptist Church. Mike Hill will officiate. Burial will follow in the Garden of Memories Cemetery. Visitation will be today, Sunday, November 2, at The Hamil Family Funeral Home, 6449 Buffalo Gap Road.
Bobby was born June 18, 1985 in Abilene, Texas to Jerry Dwayne Owen and Millie Louise (Hyde) Owen. He graduated from Wylie High School in 2004 and attended South Plains College in Levelland. In high school, Bobby played linebacker on the football team. He was an avid golfer and loved to play golf with his dad. March 15, 2008, Bobby married his high school sweetheart, Andrea Nicole Purvis, in Abilene. He worked as a wind turbine technician for Vesta-American Company. He took great pride in his career and was very dedicated to his job. Bobby was a very loving husband and son who took care of his family. He never met a stranger and loved to make others laugh. Bobby attended Beltway Park Baptist Church.
He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Elza and Susie Hyde, and J.E. and Sally Owen. Bobby is survived by his wife, Andrea Owen; his parents, Jerry and Millie Owen; one brother, John Owen; two sisters, Stephanie McDaniel and Ashley Diggs, all of Abilene; five nephews, Donevin Diggs, Derek McDaniel, Justin McDaniel, Zachary Owen Follis; one niece, Maygan McDaniel; mother-in-law and father-in-law, Dena and Ron Purvis and their family.
Larry Mike Landers
Died: March 3, 2009, in Abilene, Texas
Larry 'Mike' Landers, 61, passed away Tuesday, March 3, 2009, at his home in Abilene of complications from lung cancer. Funeral services will be at 10:00 a.m. on Friday, March 6, 2009 at The Hamil Family Funeral Home, 6449 Buffalo Gap Road. Burial will follow in Elmwood Memorial Park. The family will receive friends from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. on Thursday, March 5, 2009 at the funeral home.
Mike was born to LaVern (Blackburn) and Eldon Landers on July 22, 1947, in Abilene, Texas. He graduated from Cooper High School in 1966. He was a member of FFA and Taylor County 4-H Club. He attended Tarleton State University for one year and Texas A & M University for three years. He worked as a Teamster for Santa Fe Trailways, Texas & Pacific Motor Freight, retiring from Consolidated Freightways in 2003. After retiring he spent 16 months traveling back and forth between Abilene and Little Elm, where he delighted in caring for and nurturing his grandson, Chase, during the week. After that, he enjoyed his retirement in Abilene by becoming a member of the Audobon Society, attaining Texas Master Naturalist and Texas Master Gardener certificates, and becoming a member of the Potosi Volunteer Fire Department. He was a lifetime member of Elmdale Baptist Church, which was established in part by his great-grandparents, Tom and Mattie Antilley. Mike was a loving son, brother, father and grandfather. He was known for his quick wit and sense of humor. He loved nature and farming. Throughout his 14-month battle with cancer, he always had a positive, go-get-'em attitude and outlook.
Mike was preceded in death by his father, Eldon Landers (2000), sister, Jan Landers (2001), and neice, Katie Landers (2005).
He is survived by his fiancée, Chris Ratcliff, mother, LaVern Blackburn Landers, both of Abilene, daughter, Michelle Taylor and husband Chad of Little Elm, son, Michael Landers and wife Angie of Garland, two brothers, Ray Landers and wife Donna of Springfield, VA, and Ralph Landers and wife Debra, of Abilene. His pride and joy were his grandchildren, Chase, Emily, Michaela, and Tori.
Mike leaves a legacy of devotion, laughter, and cherished memories to his family and friends. Words cannot express the emptiness we will forever feel in his absence. We take great comfort in knowing that he is no longer struggling and is now rejoicing in heaven.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Elmdale Baptist Church, 233 S. Elmdale Rd., Abilene, TX 79602.
Louise Cole Glenewinkel, 86
Died: Tuesday, December 09, 2008, in Abilene, Texas
Louise Cole Glenewinkel, of Abilene, passed away Tuesday, December 9, 2008 at the age of 86. Graveside services, with Don Cauble officiating, will be at 3:00 p.m. on Friday, December 12, 2008 at Elmwood Memorial Park in the Garden of Memories Section. The family will receive friends from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. today, Thursday, December 11, 2008, at The Hamil Family Funeral Home, 6449 Buffalo Gap Road.
April 24, 1922, Louise was born in Van Zandt County, Texas to the late James Neil McKay and Lillie (Brooks) McKay. She moved to Abilene in 1953 from Merkel. Louise worked as a Dental Hygienist for the Abilene State School for over 30 years. She was a member of Pioneer Drive Baptist Church.
Louise was preceded in death by her parents, four sisters, two brothers, and her first husband, J.W. Cole. She is survived by her husband, Gus August Glenewinkel, of Big Spring, Texas; one daughter, Carolyn Martin and her husband Jerrell, of Buffalo Gap, Texas; two grandsons, Larry Martin and his wife Lorrie, of Robert Lee, Texas, and Ed Martin and his wife Maria, of Dallas, Texas; two great-grandsons, Shannon Martin and Chad Martin; as well as numerous nieces and nephews.
Memorials may be made in honor of Louise Glenewinkel to Hendrick Hospice Care, 1682 Hickory Street, Abilene, Texas 79601.
Russell Patrick LaGuardia, 64
Died: Saturday, January 03, 2009, in Abilene, Texas
Russell Patrick LaGuardia, 64, of Abilene, died Saturday, January 3, 2009 at a local hospital. Funeral Mass will be at 10:00 a.m. on Thursday, January 8, 2009 at Sacred Heart Catholic Church. A Prayer Service will begin at 7:00 p.m. on Wednesday, January 7, 2009 at The Hamil Family Funeral Home, 6449 Buffalo Gap Road.
Russell was born November 11, 1944 in Bronx, New York to Salvatore LaGuardia and Frances (Craig) LaGuardia. He married Teresita Gontang on December 30, 1964 in San Diego, California. She preceded him in death January 24, 2006. He served in the United States Air Force, retiring as a Master Sergeant. In 1991 Russell moved to Abilene from England. He was a member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church.
He was preceded in death by his father and his wife.
Russell is survived by his mother, Frances LaGuardia, of New York; one son Paul LaGuardia and his wife Marissa, of Abilene; three daughters, Linda Bolduc and Yan, of Nebraska; Frances Chapman and her husband Kris, of Abilene, and Bonny Webb, of Abilene; one brother, Gregory LaGuardia, of New York; two sisters, Carol Blake LaGuardia and Deloris LaGuardia, both of New York; nine grandchildren and numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives.
Trevor Aiden Covey, 2
Died: Saturday, November 15, 2008, in Abilene, Texas
Trevor Aiden Covey, of Abilene, passed away Saturday, November 15, 2008 at a local hospital. He was 2 years old. Funeral services, with Pastor Chuck Farina officiating, will be at 11:00 a.m. on Wednesday, November 19, 2008 at New Hope Church. The family will receive friends from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. this evening, Tuesday, November 18, 2008, at The Hamil Family Funeral Home, 6449 Buffalo Gap Road.
Trevor was born in Abilene, Texas on April 12, 2006 to Timothy Wayne Covey and Carol Meyer (Shelvock) Covey. He is survived by his parents, one brother, Tyler Covey; his maternal grandparents, Don and Kathy Shelvock, of Yreka, California, and Leslie Fields, of Bentonville, Arkansas; his paternal grandparents, Steve and Joy Covey, also of Yreka, California; one aunt, Melissa Hood and her husband Daniel; and one nephew, Connel Hood.
Frank Stout, Adam King, Nick Royer and Brian Muller will serve as pallbearers.
Christopher Wayne Harris, 32
Died: Friday, November 14, 2008, in Abilene, Texas
Christopher Wayne Harris, 32, was born July 1, 1976 in Abilene to Gary Harris and Laura Hale Harris and was welcomed into the arms of Jesus on Friday, November 14, 2008. He attended school in Abilene including Cooper High School before moving with his family to Fort Worth in 1996. He accepted Christ as his savior when he was a child and faithful member of Elmcrest Baptist Church where he was baptized by T.C. Melton and loved singing in the children's choir.
Chris had a very passionate spirit, an easy laugh, caring eyes, and a quick wit and loved a practical joke. He was an avid fan of The Dallas Cowboys and The Texas Longhorns but his favorite thing was spending time with his family, especially Christmas Eve at Big John and Honey's house. He was a very affectionate person who never missed an opportunity to say "I love you."
On January 24, 1997 Chris married the love of his life, Bobbye Nell Lester, in Fort Worth. They have three children Zachary Lynn, 11 years old, Zane Christopher, 10, and Zoye Annell, 7. Chris was a loving husband and a devoted father and was dearly loved by his family.
Chris lived a lot of life in his thirty-two years. In January 2008, he suffered a stroke but as with other challenges in his life, Chris was a fighter and overcame virtually every symptom of his stroke. One day shortly after the stroke the doctor's said Chris would probably not live through the day, but he and God had other plans. Chris had a very happy and healthy ten months following the stroke. He had taken to clapping his hands and saying; "cool, cool" over any excitement.
Chris had recently moved back to Abilene where he went to work for Tejas Properties Construction, immediately proving himself a quick study, a beloved co-worker, and a true asset. In prior years Chris had worked in the plumbing industry and since 2000, had been very involved with Teen Challenge Ministries. It would be Chris' wish that the Lord use his life and death to accomplish many good things, bring honor and glory to His name, and lost souls to Jesus.
He is survived by his wife, children, and parents, two brothers John William Harris and wife Becca of Humble, Texas and Michael Paul Harris of N. Richland Hills and one sister, Caitlin Rebecca Harris of N. Richland Hills. Grandparents John Wayne and Barbara Harris of Abilene, Charles and Ollie Hale of McKinney, Texas and Richard and Velda Price of Centerville, Texas. He is also survived by aunts and uncles Scott Harris of Keller, Texas Scott and Cathy McCleary and David and Paige Hale of Abilene, and Alan and Laurie Hale of Canadian, Texas. He is also survived by numerous cousins and many, many friends.
Services will be held at Broadview Baptist Church Tuesday, November 18th at 2:00 p.m., with burial to follow in Elmwood Memorial Park. A visitation will be held from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. on Monday, November 17th at The Hamil Family Funeral Home, 6449 Buffalo Gap Road. Pallbearers will be Uncles Scott Harris, Scott McCleary, Alan Hale, and David Hale, Cousin Ryan Harris and friend Brent Anders.
The family suggests that memorials be made to Teen Challenge, 3850 South Loop 1604 West, San Antonio, Texas, 78264; or to the donor's favorite charity.
