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Brenda Joyce Friday
Born: Apr 28, 1946
Died: Mar 22, 2009
Brenda Joyce Friday, 62, of Big Lake, passed away on Sunday, March 22, 2009 in Kermit.
A visitation will be 6-8pm Thursday, March 26, 2009 at the First Assembly of God Church in Big Lake. Funeral services will be at 10:00am Friday, March 27, 2009 at the First Assembly of God Church in Big Lake with Reverend Donald W. Pryor officiating. Burial will follow at the Glen Rest Cemetery.
Brenda Joyce Friday was born in Arkansas to George and Bernice Blake on April 28, 1946. She married Issac Eligh Friday on November 13, 1971 in Big Lake.
Brenda is survived by her husband, Issac Eligh Friday; daughter, Gayla Friday Brown; brothers, Larry Blake; Velton Blake; Ugene Blake; Loyd Blake; Murrill Blake; George Blake Jr.; and William Buddy Blake; sisters, Dorothy Bowman and Agnes Geralds; mother, Bernice Ethel Blake; granddaughter, Elizabeth Grace Brown.
Pallbearers will be Larry Blake, Velton Blake, Loyd Blake, James Brown, Buddy Blake, and Johnny Beavers.
The family of Brenda Friday wishes to extend their sincere thanks to Nurse Practioner Neomi Warren; the emergency response personnel in Kermit; Home Hospice Administrators and staff in Andrews; Shawna Bale, RN; Dolly Almon, CNA; First Assembly of God Church in Big Lake, and all the friends and family for their love, care, and prayers during this difficult time.
Todd Gordon Garner
July 25, 1995 - July 20, 2015
Todd Gordon Garner, 19, passed away Monday, July 20, 2015 in Lubbock. Graveside funeral service will be 10:00 AM, Thursday, July 23, 2015 in Elmwood Memorial Park, 5750 Hwy 277 South.
Todd was born July 25, 1995 in Abilene. He attended Cooper High School before moving to Lubbock in 2010 where he attended and then graduated from Frenship High School in 2013. He worked at Steak Express for several years before beginning his career as an Installation Technician with Suddenlink Communications in 2014. He enjoyed fishing, traveling, watching movies, and spending his time with friends and family.
Todd is survived by his parents, Mark and Bobbie Hill; three brothers, David Garner and wife Elizabeth, Kenneth Shults, and Larry Floyd; one sister, Tabitha Lopez and husband Adrian; paternal grandmother, Wanda Lovell; paternal grandfather, Vernon Hill; maternal grandmother, Carol Shults; his special aunt and uncles, Michael and Pam Huffman, and Roy and Cindy Jackson; Cousins, James Huffman, Jeremy Huffman, Kimberly Dickey, and Kristi Baker; best friends, Bob Barker, Dillon Stevens, Taylor York, and Bo Black; several aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews.
He was preceded in death by his father, David Garner; maternal grandfather, James Shults; paternal grandmother, Margaret Hill; paternal grandfather, Kenneth Garner.
Barbara Wooten
January 29, 1934 - July 6, 2015
Barbara Finch Wooten, 81, passed peacefully on Monday afternoon, July 6, at her home in Edmond Oklahoma. Born to Orbie T. and Annie Ruth Finch in Tuska, Oklahoma, Barbara spent part of her childhood in Oklahoma, then later moved with her family to California. The family returned to Atoka, Oklahoma, where Barbara graduated high school. She attended the University of Central Oklahoma in Edmond, and lived in Oklahoma City until 1962, when she moved to Tulsa with her daughters Sheridan and Elizabeth. While in Tulsa, Barbara began what would become a long and successful career in banking. She started as a teller at Mercantile Bank, and quickly rose to become a Vice President.
While in Tulsa, she met John Wesley Wooten, of Abilene Texas. Barbara and John were married in 1976. They moved to Abilene, where she and John began their lives together, and continued their careers in banking. Barbara loved Abilene, and she made loving and lasting friendships with many wonderful people, who welcomed and embraced her. She lived in Abilene until John's death in 2005, when she returned to Edmond, Oklahoma to be near her daughters and her grand-daughter, Erin, who was the light of her life. Barbara and her beloved sister Virginia lived together in Edmond, surrounded by loving family and their precious dogs Greta and Honey. Barbara loved to read, and she spent many hours reading and studying the Bible. She had a beautiful voice, and cherished the times she spent gathered around the piano while Ruth Wooten played, and Barbara sang her favorite songs and hymns. Barbara is preceded in death by her parents, her husband John Wooten, her nephew David Mofield, and her mother and father-in-law, Ruth and Dub Wooten.
She is survived by her daughters Sheridan Kay Riley, and Elizabeth Riley Castleberry, her sisters Virginia Lawson and Jan Lee (Robert), her grand-daughter Erin Castleberry, her nephews Dennis Mofield (Cynthia) Glen Mofield, and Gary Mofield, and numerous other nieces, great nieces and nephews. Visitation will be Sunday July 12, at the Elmwood Funeral Home in Abilene, Texas, where family will be present from 3:00 to 5:00 p.m. Services are Monday July 13 at 10:00 a.m. at the Episcopal Church of Heavenly Rest in Abilene. Barbara will be laid to rest at the Elmwood Memorial Cemetery, next to her loving husband John.
Harold Lawson Ingram
February 1, 1936 - July 27, 2015
July 27, 2015 Harold went home to be with the Lord after a weekend of camping and enjoying his family at their beloved Lake Brownwood. He spent many years of his youth and his honeymoon at Lake Brownwood and it held a special place in his heart.
He was born on February 1, 1936 to Leonard and Rose Anna Ingram of Cross Plains, TX. He grew up on a farm that taught him many things. He went into the United States Army in 1958 and served his country during the Korean Conflict. After his faithful service he came to Abilene and began working for the City of Abilene Water Department and remained for 38 years. He married Betty Lackey in 1964; they had 51 wonderful years together and three sons. He loved his sons and daughters-in-law and was greatly loved in return. He loved his kids and always looked out for them. He also had five wonderful grandkids, Tyler, Kaitlin, Emily, Kiersten and Nicholas. His grandkids were everything to him. He was a wonderful man, a loving father, and a devoted husband. Most of all he loved the Lord and depended on him for his life. There is no doubt he is home with the Lord.
Harold is survived by his wife, Betty; sons, Terry and his wife Lynn, Randy and his wife Merian, Tyray and his wife Amanda and their children; his sisters, Jeanette Cloud and Betty Brooker; brother, Paul Ingram; he is also survived by his brothers and sisters-in-law and numerous nieces and nephews.
Harold was preceded in death by his parents and grandparents.
To know him is to love him. Be happy with Jesus honey will see you soon.
Visitation will be 6:00 to 7:30 PM, Thursday, July 30, 2015 at Elmwood Funeral Home, 5750 Hwy 277 South. Graveside funeral service will be 9:00 AM, Friday, July 31, 2015 at Texas State Veteran's Cemetery, 7457 W. Lake Road.
Valree "V.E." Eugene Brailsford I am a Veteran.
August 16, 1930 - July 22, 2015
Valree Eugene "V.E." Brailsford, 84, longtime resident, educator and civic leader of Abilene, passed away Wednesday, July 22, 2015 in Abilene.
Funeral services will be held Tuesday, July 28, 2015 at 11:00 AM at Elmwood Funeral Home Chapel with Shane J. Mushonga officiating. Burial will follow at Elmwood Memorial Park. Visitation with the family will be held Monday from 6:00 to 8:00 PM at the funeral home.
Mr. Brailsford was born in Burkeville, Texas on August 16, 1930. He grew up in Burkeville, graduated from Wiergate High School. After graduating, he enlisted in the United States Air Force. He enrolled in Prairie View A & M College. While working a summer job at the saw mill, he sustained a serious injury to his hands which kept him hospitalized for more than two years. He demonstrated extraordinary determination, grit and perseverance in overcoming his injuries. He returned to Prairie View A & M after he recovered from his injuries and graduated with a Bachelors Degree in Library Science in 1953. He later earned a Masters in Education Administration from Prairie View A & M. He also attended Oregon State University for Post Graduate studies.
He moved to Abilene in 1954 for his job as Librarian at Woodson High School. He returned to Burkeville in 1965 to work for his father as Federal Programs Coordinator. In this position he established Head Start and other Title I federal programs in the school system. He was hired as principal of Wiergate High School after his father passed in 1967. As principal, he was an influential leader in integrating the White Burkeville School and the Black Wiergate School. Because of his leadership and professionalism, he was selected to be the principal of the integrated Burkeville High School. A rare and unusual achievement in the State of Texas during this period.
In 1972 Mr. Brailsford was recruited to come back to Abilene. He turned down an offer to become superintendent of the Burkeville Independent School District and accepted the position of Associate Principal at Cooper High School, a position he held until he retired in 1992. He served 38 consecutive years in the public schools of Texas, 31 of those years in Abilene.
He married Billie P. Hickman, in 1968. He was a devoted husband, father and grandfather to their children, eight grandchildren and two great grandchildren. He adored them and always wanted them around. God and the Church was always an important part of his life. He was a devout Christian who accepted Christ at an early age and joined St. Luke Baptist Church in Burkeville. He was ordained as a Deacon at Mount Hope Baptist Church in 1969. He united with Mount Zion Baptist church when he returned to Abilene. He served as Deacon, Sunday school teacher and Bible study leader until his health failed.
He was a community leader and was always involved in civic activities wherever he resided. He organized Burkeville Community and led the effort to increase voter participation which resulted in the election of the first Black elected board member to the Burkeville school board. As President of the Abilene NAACP Chapter, membership increased to about 150 members and the organization had a significant and positive impact on the community. He also served on Abilene ISD School Board and was an officer in the local Democratic party. He also served as the housing authority commissioner.
Mr. Brailsford was proud of the young people whom he taught and mentored. Many of his students and protégés are doctors, lawyers, educators, and business leaders throughout the state and nation. Throughout his life he was an example to those who believed that "All things work together for good to them that love God, to them who are called according to His purpose." The last few years of his life, Valree faced the trials of a prolonged illness, but like the strong, sturdy stock of a family, of which he will always be a part, he fought for life valiantly with his wife of 47 years, the Lord blessed him with strength and courage in the midst of his illness.
Survivors include his wife Billie; his children, Artie Brailsford of Fort Worth TX., Cecil Land of Jasper, TX., Karen Land of San Antonio, TX; sister Glodean Cooper of Beaumont, TX; brother, Lieutenant General (Ret.) Marvin Brailsford and wife June of Beaumont TX; eight grandchildren; two great grandchildren; and a host of relatives and friends.
He was preceded in death by his parents Artie and Geneva Brailsford; his brother Alfred Brailsford; sisters, Dorothy Samuel, Artie Mae Brailsford and Gwendolyn Brailsford.
It is with heartfelt gratitude the family of Mr. Valree Brailsford acknowledges each condolence, each comforting expression and each gesture of love. The family especially acknowledges and thanks Hendrick Hospice for their compassion and care of Val and the family. The family also wishes to thank the North 10th and Treadaway Church of Christ family for their love and support.
Geneva Rae Kiser
June 9, 1923 - July 14, 2015
Geneva R. Kiser of Ft Worth, formerly of Abilene and Sand Springs, TX died Wednesday, July 14, 2015 in Bedford.
Funeral service will be held Friday, July 17, at 10:00 a.m. at the Grapevine Church of Christ, 525 N. Park Blvd. Grapevine, TX 76051, under the direction of Elmwood Funeral Home. Burial will follow at Trinity Memorial Park, Big Spring, TX. The family will receive friends at a visitation from 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday, July 16th at Grapevine Church of Christ.
Geneva was born to the late Joseph Henry and Emma Smith Turner on June 9, 1928 in Madill, Oklahoma. She lived most of her life in Big Spring, TX where after high school she worked as the credit manager for Montgomery Ward. Geneva married Robert "Bob" Kiser on March 24, 1949 in Big Spring, TX. After her second child was born she changed her occupation to full time home maker. Geneva and Bob served congregations in Sand Springs, TX, Big Spring, TX, Grapevine, TX, Ft Worth, TX, Mountain Home, Arkansas and Stephenville, TX and Baird, TX. Bob preceded her in death on June 26, 2014. Geneva was blessed with 4 children, 9 grandchildren and 10 great grandchildren, 2 great grandchildren on the way. Geneva loved her family very much and modeled the Christian life to all who were blessed to have known her. She loved very well, and she was very well loved. Geneva was most known for her kindness, cheerfulness and cooking.
Geneva is survived by four children, Sandra Kiser of Abilene, Terry Kiser and wife Donna of Ft Worth, Karen Knight and husband Gregg of Pottsboro, and Kyle Kiser and wife Denise of Ft Worth grandchildren Joshua, Sarah, Jessie, Landon, Megan, Charles, Cody, Kyla and Kari great grandchildren Jonas, Buttercup, Frankie, Hunter, Haiden, Ryan, Chloe, Charlie Claire, Emma and Maggie; one sister, Edwina Stewart of McKinney, TX; numerous nieces and nephews.
Dwayne Roberson
November 4, 1948 - July 12, 2015
Dwayne Roberson 66, longtime Abilene resident passed away in his home on Sunday, July 12, 2015 under the care of Hendrick Hospice Care.
Graveside services will be at 11:00 am on Wednesday July 15, 2015 at Elmwood Memorial Park in Abilene with Brother Robert Chambers officiating. Visitation will be Tuesday, from 6 to 8 pm at Elmwood Funeral Home.
Dwayne was born on November 4, 1948 in Abilene, Texas to Alma & Marion Roberson. He was a member of the Southwest Park Baptist Church while growing up and later became a member of Second Baptist Church here in Abilene. He was a loving husband and father along with being an avid hunter and fisherman. He adored his family and his grandchildren were his pride and joy.
He is survived by his loving wife Patsy Ann of Abilene, his brother Larry Roberson and wife Dana of Brownwood, two sons Ricky Roberson and wife Kerri of Houston, Keith Russell and wife Kim of Albany along with several nieces and nephews, 12 grandchildren and 6 great grandchildren.
He was preceeded in death by his parents Alma & Marion Roberson, 1 son Kirk Russell of Tyler, Texas along with his maternal and paternal grandparents.
