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Gene Wesley Allmand
(August 13, 1930 ~ August 1, 2026)
Gene, son of Charles Wesley Allmand and Margie Mae Johnson, married 1st to Betty Jo Smith, married 2nd to Betty Ruth Stone and buried in Hope Cemetery, Henrietta, Clay County, Texas.
 Gene Wesley Allmand, 95, of Henrietta, Texas passed away on Saturday, August 1, 2026.
The family will receive friends between 6 and 8 p.m. on Thursday, August 6, 2026 at Owens and Brumley Funeral Home in Henrietta, Texas. The family burial will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Friday, August 7, 2026 at Hope Cemetery under the direction of Owens and Brumley Funeral Home of Henrietta.
Gene was born on August 13, 1930 to the late Charles Wesley and Margie Mae (Johnson) Allmand in Taylor County, Texas. Later, he moved to Clay County around 1956. He married his high school sweetheart, Betty Jo Smith and the couple spent many wonderful years together before her passing at a young age of 31. After the passing of Betty Jo, Gene remarried to Betty Ruth Stone and lost her in 2015.
Gene bought a Henrietta gas station, Allmand Service Station in 1970 and the community found out that there was nobody that had a bigger heart than Gene. He would help families in need by helping them with gas, auto repair or anything that they needed.
Gene was a member of the Henrietta Lions Club and the Henrietta Chamber of Commerce, where he would cook sausage for the communities, Pioneer Days. Although Gene was always busy at the station and volunteering his time in the community, he always had time to work in his garden and most of all, spend time with his family. He enjoyed his lake cabin with the family, but his most enjoyable time was giving rides in his dune buggy down “Thrill Hill”. This amazing man will truly be missed by many family and friends.
Along with his parents and two his two wives, Gene was preceded in death by two sons, Rodney Whitley and Kirby Whitley; three brothers, Cecil Allmand, Orville Gill and Floyd Allmand; and four sisters-in-law.
He is survived by two sons, Gary Allmand and wife, Debbie and Mike Allmand and wife, Kay; two daughters, Debbie Bachman and husband, David and Dianne Whitley; brother, JW Allmand; and numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren and other loved familymembers.
In lieu of flowers,the family suggest donations may be to the Henrietta Fire Dept. 916 W Spring St, Henrietta, TX 76365 or Clay County Animal Shelter 503 N Carroll St, Henrietta, TX 76365.
Condolences may be sent to the family at davisfuneralhome.net
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Please keep Melinda's husband Russell Brooks (1985) and family in prayer during this time of heart break!!
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Melba Louise Pearce King Drennan
(May 5, 1931 ~ March 11, 2026)
Melba, daughter of Steven Bruce Pearce and Mary Rebecca Sanders, married 1st to Henry Elmer 'Buddy' King, Jr., married 2nd to Tom Edward Drennan and buried in Emerald Hills Funeral Home and Memorial Park Cemetery.
 Melba Louise Drennan, age 94, of Sunset, Texas passed away peacefully on March 11, 2026.
She was born on May 5, 1931, in Bradshaw, TX to Steven Bruce and Rebecca Pearce.
She is remembered as a devoted member of Oak Grove Baptist Church in Burleson, TX, where her faith and warmth touched everyone, she met. Church was one of her greatest joys—she loved being there, offering hugs, sharing conversations, and building genuine connections with the congregation.
Her servant’s heart showed in everything she did. She volunteered faithfully with the women’s ministries, helped each year with Vacation Bible School, and could always be found in the kitchen cooking, cleaning, or washing dishes. She never waited to be asked; her first words were always “What can I do?”—and she never expected anything in return. She gave generously of her time, her energy, and her heart.
Melba attended Bradshaw School through 10th grade with a class of 9 students before it closed. There she worked on the school annual, member of the 4-H Club and played volleyball. She was elected as School Favorite in 1947.
She completed her high school education at South Taylor High School graduating in 1949. As a senior, she played basketball, member of the pep squad and was the business manager of the yearbook committee.
After graduation, she moved to Abilene to attend Business College.
She soon went to work for Ben E. Keith Produce Company in Abilene as an Assistant Bookkeeper. With a strong recommendation from the Abilene office, she joined the Ben E. Keith Produce location in Fort Worth, where she served as secretary to the Manager for 13 years.
In 1968, she went to work for Vought Aircraft, where she transferred information to large data tapes and proofread materials for the publication department. She was later promoted to quality control, reviewing the manuals produced for aircraft maintenance for both the Navy and the Air Force.
While working at Vought, she met Tom Drennan. They married June 7, 1972. They lived in Hawaii for 20+ years. They grew pineapples, macadamia nuts, oranges, lemons, grapefruit, and avocados.
While living in Hawaii, she worked for property manager Nancy Cabral, handling data entry from Nancy’s home. As the business grew into Day‑Lum, a full property management and real estate corporation with fifteen employees, nineteen sales personnel, and an office in downtown Hilo, Melba became the company’s bookkeeper and comptroller. She served in that role for more than seventeen years before retiring and returning to Texas. The bond between Nancy and Melba remained deep and enduring, like that of a mother and daughter, and the family is forever grateful for that lifelong friendship.
Melba’s life was a testament to love, family, goodness, kindness, and faith. She reflected bright rays of sunshine through her warm smile, soft voice, gentle spirit, and open arms. She loved to dance, enjoyed the music of Willie Nelson and Patsy Cline, cherished good conversation and enjoyed her family gatherings. Her late daughter had written this tribute to her mother, a reflection that now carries even deeper meaning: “My mother is a woman like no other. She gave me life, nurtured me, taught me, shouted at me, kissed me, but most importantly, she loved me unconditionally. She is a powerful influence.”
Melba was preceded in death by her parents, Bruce and Rebecca Pearce; her husband, Tom Drennan, her brother, O’Neal Pearce; her sister, Shirley Tatum; her sons, Mark and Patrick Drennan; her daughter, Diane Jones; and granddaughter, Crystal Drennan.
Melba is survived by her daughter, Sherry Bownds (Mack Sorrells) of Sunset, TX; her son, Tad Drennan (Neva) of Nocona, TX; her son-in-law, Mike Jones of Arlington, TX; grandchildren, Clifton Bownds (Michelle) of Alvarado, TX; Eric Jones (Melissa) of Arlington, TX; Marquis Sorrells of Northlake, TX ; Chris Sorrells (Ashley) of Weatherford; Amanda Sorrells; Amy Colmer (Courtney) of Decatur, TX; Kimberly Carminati (Craig) of Montague, TX; Amber Bowles (Brady) of Iowa Park, TX; Ceilo Poloche of Charlotte, NC; Trisha Williams (Tyler) of North Richland Hills, TX; Brittany Saldana; Aaron Spear; 23 great grandchildren and 2 great-great grandchildren; cousins, nieces, nephews and friends.
Although our hearts are broken, we find peace and comfort in releasing her to the Lord, to be reunited in the arms of those who went before her – Melba Louise Drennan Family.
Funeral Services
Visitation
March
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Wednesday
Emerald Hills Funeral Home & Memorial Park
500 Kennedale Sublett Rd, Kennedale, TX 76060
12:00 - 1:00 pm (Central time)
Funeral Service
March
18
Wednesday
Emerald Hills Funeral Home & Memorial Park
500 Kennedale Sublett Rd, Kennedale, TX 76060
1:00 - 2:00 pm (Central time)
Burial
March
18
Wednesday
Emerald Hills Funeral Home & Memorial Park
500 Kennedale Sublett Rd, Kennedale, TX 76060
2:15 - 2:30 pm (Central time)
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Barbara Allen Simmons Preslar
(October 19, 1929 ~ August 4, 2025)
Barbara, daughter of Allen Clyde 'Al' Simmons and Willie Jerrine 'Jerry' Rogers, married to Charles Ray Preslar and buried in Dewey Cemetery, Lawn, Taylor County, Texas.
Barbara Allen Preslar, 95, of Abilene passed away Monday, August 4, 2025, at an Abilene hospital. A graveside memorial will be held at 10:00 a.m. Saturday, August 16, 2025, at Dewey Cemetery, near Lawn, with Rev. Burtis Williams officiating.
Barbara was born October 19, 1929, in Ovalo to Allen and Willie Jerrine (Rogers) Simmons. She graduated from Jim Ned High School in Tuscola and married Charles Preslar in Ovalo on May 24, 1947. She worked as a beautician for many years and had previously worked for Westwood Jewelers and Glen & Lotties. She was a member of Elmcrest Baptist Church.
She is survived by two daughters, Charlotte Palmer and husband Jerry of Clyde and Peggy Preslar of Abilene; her sister, Marie Nabors of DeLeon; six grandchildren; numerous great grandchildren and great-great grandchildren.
Barbara was preceded in death by husband, Charles; her son, Mike Preslar; two sisters, Nancy Riggins and Joy Frymire; two half-brothers; one grandson, Jay Freeman; three stepbrothers; one stepsister and her great-great granddaughter, Rowan Easley.
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Mary Ruth Johnson McIntyre
(October 11, 1932 ~ February 27, 2024)
Mary, daughter of Wallace Chester Johnson and Oda Lee Boyd, married to Paul Ray McIntyre and buried in Oplin Cemetery, Oplin, Callahan County, Texas.
 Mary Ruth McIntyre, 91, a longtime resident of Clyde, went home to be with the Lord on Tuesday, February 27, 2024.
Funeral services will be at 2:00 p.m. Sunday, March 3, 2024, at Clyde First Baptist Church with Dr. Mike Auten officiating under the direction of Bailey Howard Funeral Home of Clyde. Burial will follow at Oplin Cemetery.
Mary was born October 11, 1932, in May, Texas to Oda Lee (Boyd) and Wallace Johnson.
She attended school in Oplin, graduated from Lawn High School and went on to attend Hardin Simmons University in Abilene. She later graduated from McMurry College with a degree in teaching, going on to teach at the Abilene State School.
She married Paul Ray McIntyre in Oplin on January 6, 1951, and they enjoyed 53 years together before his death in 2004.
Mary was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother and friend.
She was known for her amazing hospitality and generous ways.
She served her community in Clyde by teaching Sunday School at First Baptist Church.
She also volunteered at the library and served as the president of the Woman's Study Club in Clyde.
Mary was preceded in death by her husband Paul and daughter Patti Jo McIntyre Smith.
Mary is survived by her daughter, Karan Willis and husband Steve of Midlothian; son-in law, Larry Smith of Stephenville and his wife Julie; six grandchildren, Cory Smith of Stephenville, Kaci Jones and her husband Wes of Stephenville, Jay Willis and his wife Chelsea of Aubrey, Jaxon Willis and his wife Leslie of Austin, Keaton Willis of Salt Lake City, Utah and Rose Willis Hilty and her husband Ryan of Midlothian; nine great grandchildren (Kali, Caleb, Connor, Garrett, Hayes, Liam, Crew, Graham and Sawyer) and niece, Diane Cedergren of Clyde.
Mary's family and friends treasure the times they spent together and the good times they shared.
The family would like to give special recognition and appreciation to Lola and the staff at Lola's Place Assisted Living in Stephenville for the loving care they provided Mary while she lived there.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the following:
New Bethel CME Church, 861 N Miller St, Stephenville, TX 76401
Hardin-Simmons Baseball, 2200 Hickory, Abilene, TX 79698
White Horse Christian Academy, 1155 County Road 177, Stephenville, TX 76401
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Barbara Ann Talley Timms
(January 8, 1956 ~ August 14, 2026)
Barbara, daughter of Melvin Lee 'Buddy' Talley and Gladys Laverne Johnson, married to Will Rogers 'Dusty' Timms Jr. and buried in Drummond Cemetery, Abilene, Taylor County, Texas.
 On Friday, August 14th, 2026, we lost an amazing wife, mother, sister and friend when the Lord took Barbara Tims back home after her failing body couldn’t hold on any longer.
Barbara Ann (Talley) Tims was born January 8, 1956 in Los Angeles, California. Farming life brought her family back to Texas. She grew up in Tuscola, Texas and in her youth, Barbara enjoyed riding her horse Mac all around the town. She graduated from Jim Ned High School and attended Hardin Simmons where she rode with the 6 white horses, extended her knowledge in art and met her devoted husband of 47 years. Barbara is the widow of Dusty Tims who passed away January 2024. She leaves behind two children, Windy and Brian along with one grandchild (Taylor) and three great-grand children. Barbara was an avid reader and always found joy and adventure in the books she read. She enjoyed dinner at nice restaurants with her family and friends and was always a great listener. Barbara was a quiet and private person but her warmth and caring for others made all that knew her feel close. She will be missed by all that loved her.
Posted online on August 19, 2026
Published in Abilene Reporter News
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Please keep the Eaton family in prayer. She was the wife of Merrill (1972), mother of Jeremy (1994) and Lindsey (2000).
Christi Anne Eaton (Fuller), age 72, peacefully passed away on August 12, 2026, after a swift and courageous battle with Alzheimer's disease. She has been wonderfully reunited with the love of her life, eternally serving their Lord Jesus Christ.
Raised in Gorman, Texas, Christi was the cherished daughter of Claude and Juanita Fuller. Growing up, her foundation of faith was formed at Kokomo Baptist Church and First Baptist Church of Gorman.
While attending Tarleton State University, Christi met her true love, Merril Wayne Eaton. Though they separated for a brief time, they reconnected after college and were married on June 9, 1979. Soon after, Wayne lovingly adopted Christi's son, Jeremy Chad. Their beautiful love story continued to grow as they welcomed their daughter, Lindsey.
Christi was fiercely dedicated to everything she did. Throughout her life, she worked hard as a respiratory therapist, a secretary at Gooch Packing, and a title manager at Corley Wetsel Freightliner. She also loved serving her community through the Beta Sigma Phi non-collegiate sorority in her younger years, and faithfully served the Lord at First Baptist Church of Tuscola.
In her youth, Christi was carefree, fun-loving, and proudly opinionated. However, when she became a mother and grandmother, she found her ultimate calling. She took on her role as the matriarch with fierce devotion, protecting, providing for, and passionately loving her family.
Christi's heart was left incomplete after Wayne passed away, and Alzheimer's quickly consumed her final days. Today, her heart is completely whole once more. She leaves behind a beautiful legacy of serving the Lord, loving people, and glorifying God in all things.
Christi is survived by her devoted children, Jeremy Chad Eaton and Lindsey Eaton Braden, along with Lindsey's husband, John Braden. She was the incredibly proud grandmother of Nya Maria Eaton (daughter of Jeremy), and Bristol and Tyson Braden (children of John and Lindsey). She is also survived by her brother, Rickey Fuller, and her nephews, Wesley and Kevin Fuller. She was preceded in death by her parents, Claude and Juanita Fuller, and her beloved husband, Merril Wayne Eaton.
In lieu of flowers donations can be sent to First Baptist Church of Tuscola, 702 Kent Ave, Tuscola, Tx 79562 or to Rogers Cemetery, c/o Judy Cumby, 326 FM 614, Ovalo, TX 79541.
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Please keep Judy White's family in prayer. She was the mother of Bill Teague (1986) and Tricia Teague (1990) who attended Jim Ned.
Abilene, Tx -Judy Gaynell White, 75, passed away July 20, 2026.
In Loving Memory of Judy Gaynell (Edwards) White
October 16, 1950 – July 20, 2026
Judy Gaynell (Edwards) White, 75, of Abilene, Texas, passed away peacefully in her home on July 20, 2026.
Born on October 16, 1950, in Wichita Falls, Texas, Judy lived a life defined by love, devotion, and family. She spent many years serving her community through the United States Postal Service before retiring. Though she enjoyed a successful career, nothing brought her greater happiness than the people she loved.
Judy was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother whose heart was always with her family. She loved her husband, Therion, fiercely, and together they shared a beautiful life filled with dancing to country music, listening to old western songs, and making memories that would last a lifetime. Her grandchildren and great-grandchildren were the center of her world, and she cherished every moment she spent with them. Whether it was sharing stories, celebrating milestones, or simply being together, her greatest joy came from seeing her family happy.
She is survived by her sons, Bill Teague and wife, Michelle, and Tanner White and wife, Kristen.
She is also survived by her beloved grandchildren, Breanna McClain (Husband Bryon McClain), Kelsie Teague, Dakotah Allen, Deryk Allen, Khloe White, Easton White, Emerson White, and Waylon White.
Her cherished great-grandchildren Avery McClain, and Maddison McClain.
Judy is also survived by her sisters, Kathy Jacobsen and husband, Bob; Allene Bridges and husband, Kenny; Bobbie Bogle and husband, Therron; Becky White; along with numerous nieces, nephews, extended family members, and dear friends who will miss her greatly.
She was preceded in death by her loving parents Ed and Ellen Edwards, beloved husband, Therion James White; her daughter, Tricia Teague; and her sister, Billie Pippin (Husband Jester Pippin).
A Memorial Service celebrating Judy's life will be held on Sunday, August 2, from 12:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. at the Potosi Community Center.
A burial service will follow on August 14 at 10:00 a.m. at Elmwood Funeral Home, where Judy and Therion's urns will be laid to rest together, reunited side by side.
Judy's kindness, strength, unwavering love, and gentle spirit will live on in the hearts of everyone who had the privilege of knowing her. Although she will be deeply missed, her family finds peace in knowing she has been reunited with the love of her life.
"Together again, they walk hand in hand in eternal peace. After years of long separation, she has finally returned to the side of her beloved husband, where her heart always truly belonged."
Forever loved. Forever missed. Forever in our hearts.
Arrangements with Girdner Funeral Home, Abilene.
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