Obituaries

Earl Daniel Beaty

Earl Daniel Beaty

Feb 6, 2026

Earl Daniel "Dan" Beaty was born in Gorman, Texas on January 27, 1945, and passed away peacefully in Dallas on February 6, 2026 at age 81.

Dan grew up in Comanche, Texas, and was the oldest of 8 siblings. Like his brothers, Dan helped his dad at Beaty's Used Cars and Trim Shop, and developed an early interest in cars...

Virginia Louise Easter

Virginia Louise Easter

Feb 2, 2026

Virginia Louise Easter, a vibrant spirit with an infectious smile, passed away peacefully on February 2, 2026, in Abilene, Texas. Born on July 8, 1953, in Monahans, Texas, she was the cherished daughter of Eddie Ray Easter Sr. and Margrette Louise Bristow.Virginia was known for her love of nature and her adventurous outings to the lake with her best friend...

Sandra Sue Blackwood

Sandra Sue Blackwood

Jan 31, 2026

Sandra Sue Blackwood, 81, of Comanche, passed away on January 31, 2026. She was born on January 6, 1945, in Tulsa, Oklahoma.

Sandra was a devoted educator for 30 years, teaching in both Texas and Tennessee. A proud graduate of McMurry University in Abilene, Texas, she carried the heart of a teacher into every part of her life. She was...

Raul Constancio

Raul Constancio

Jan 31, 2026

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Raul Martinez Constancio, aged 59, who was called home to be with our Lord and Savior on January 31, 2026, in Temple, Texas. Raul was born on July 3, 1966, in Del Rio, Texas, to Hervey Constancio and Elva Martinez.Raul was a true cowboy at heart. He had a...

Donald Ray Foley

Donald Ray Foley

Jan 31, 2026

Donald Ray Foley, age 88, went home to his Lord and Savior on Saturday, January 21, 2026, in Comanche County, Texas. A man of gentle spirit and steadfast faith, Don lived a life rooted in family, service, and the music he loved so dearly. Born on May 15, 1937, to Eugene and Lillie Foley, Don grew up with a deep...

Linda Lu Rippetoe

Linda Lu Rippetoe

Jan 25, 2026

Linda Lu Burton Rippetoe closed the final chapter on an incredible 102 year journey on January 25, 2026 leaving behind a legacy of love, faith and cherished memories.Linda was born February 27, 1923 in Comanche County to W. H. (Bill) and Willie Pearl Henson Burton and lived all her life in Comanche County. Linda worked side by side with her...

Rufus Adcock

Rufus Adcock

Jan 15, 2026

Judge Rufus James Adcock passed quietly on January 15, 2026, in his cherished home with family. Rufus was born to Floyd & Floy Adcock on September 20, 1930 in Proctor, Texas.

Judge Adcock received his law degree at University of Texas Law School in November 1959. He began his service to the residents of Tarrant County when he accepted a...

LaNell (Sliger) Harbour

LaNell (Sliger) Harbour

Jan 14, 2026

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Doris LaNell Harbour, who left us on January 14, 2026, at the age of 67 in Abilene, Texas. Born on June 17, 1958, in Brownwood, Texas to Walter Sliger and Eva Nell Layman, LaNell will be remembered for her faith, warm heart, steady strength and desire to help anyone...

Ray Williams

Ray Williams

Jan 4, 2026

Howard "Ray" Williams of Comanche, Texas passed away on January 4, 2026. Ray was born on March 18, 1955 in Ranger, Texas. Ray grew up in Eastland, Texas and graduated from Eastland High School in 1973. His first jobs included work in the oil field and construction. In 1990, he followed in the footsteps of his father and grandfather and...

Earl Ellis

Earl Ellis

Jan 1, 2026

Earl Wayne Ellis, a resident of Comanche, TX, passed away on January 1, 2026, at the age of 68. He was born on December 30, 1957, to George Ellis and Doris (Ellis) Gross in Brownwood, TX. Earl graduated from Venus High School in Venus, TX, and attended Venus Church of Christ, where he met his wife, Robin Ellis. They shared...

Doris Bates

Doris Bates

Dec 31, 2025

Doris Ann Bates, born Doris Ann Armstrong, was called home to be with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on December 31, 2025.

She was born on January 15, 1950, at Blackwood Hospital in Comanche, Texas, to Samuel Boyce Armstrong and Charlsie Tearesa Clark Armstrong. Doris was raised in DeLeon, Texas, where she attended DeLeon High School.

A devoted mother...

Etta Arnspiger

Etta Arnspiger

Dec 19, 2025

Etta Pearl Arnspiger, born June 9, 1945, to Horace Arvid Hudgins and Etta Boulter Hudgins, passed away leaving behind a legacy of love and faith. On July 7,1962, Etta married Lyman Keith Arnspiger, and together they built a beautiful life centered around family and devotion. Their union was blessed with three children: Tammy Renee, Sheri Annette, and Creston Keith. As...

Janae Rogers

Janae Rogers

Dec 16, 2025

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Mary Harrell

Mary Harrell

Dec 3, 2025

Mary Elizabeth Harrell, a spirited soul with a heart full of love, passed away on December 3, 2025, at the age of 75, in Mabank, TX. Born on October 5, 1950, in Comanche, TX, she was the proud daughter of Ruben and Ruby (Grumbles) Roberts.Mary will be remembered for many things, not least of which is her devotion to family...

David Kimble

David Kimble

Nov 27, 2025

With heavy hearts, we share that David William Kimble, of Siloam Springs, Arkansas, passed away suddenly on November 27, 2025, at the age of 42, following injuries sustained in an auto accident.

David was born on July 31, 1983, in Fort Worth, Texas, to Shirley and Bill Kimble. From the very start, he brought light and laughter to his family,...

Gary Mast

Gary Mast

Nov 17, 2025

Gary Wayne Mast, age 58, passed away on November 17, 2025. Born on February 16, 1967, in Kermit, Texas, Gary was the son of Robert Mast and Sonja Robertson. From an early age, he carried with him a strong sense of loyalty, courage, and unwavering dedication to the people and places he loved.

Gary proudly served for many years in...

Lester Puckett

Lester Puckett

Nov 17, 2025

Some glad morning when this life is o'er; I'll fly away. And so he did!Lester Charles (Bob) Puckett passed from this life, Monday, November 17, 2025. He was born December 13, 1932, in Coleman County, Texas to Herman and Vernie (Chew) Puckett.

Bob attended Mozelle High School and enlisted in the Army Air Corp in 1951. His assignment was airplane...

Sid Clayton Jr.

Sid Clayton Jr.

Nov 15, 2025

Sydney C. Clayton, Jr. of Comanche, Texas went home to be with his heavenly family and the Lord on Saturday, November 15, 2025. Formerly of Texas City and Hitchcock, he was born in Galveston, Texas on November 16, 1938. He was preceded in death by his father and mother, Sydney Clayton, Sr and Eunice Theiler Clayton, as well as his...

Larry Harbour

Larry Harbour

Nov 9, 2025

Larry Elwood Harbour, age 80, of Comanche, TX, passed away on November 9th, 2025. He was born in San Antonio, TX, on June 29th, 1945, to Robert J. Harbour and Dealva C. Kerley. He graduated from Comanche High School in 1965. He married Billie J. Nelms on July 23rd, 1965. Larry and Billie moved to Fort Worth, Texas, in July...

Virginia Lee

Virginia Lee

Oct 31, 2025

Virginia Ruth Lee, age 88, a beloved mother, nana and friend, passed away peacefully in Comanche, Texas on October 31, 2025. She was born on March 14, 1937 to Henry Louis Robertson and Isla Frances (Webb) Robertson in Ralls, Texas. Virginia married William Bennett Lee on September 26, 1953 in Newburg, Texas. They worked hard and built a beautiful life...