Edward Kent Ables

Dateline: Sinton, Texas Edward Kent Ables, age 84, passed away Thursday, August 13, 2026 surrounded by his loving family. Edward was born December 08, 1941 in Kenedy, Texas to Leonard and Effie (Pullin) Ables. Edward was a simple man who lived a simple life, but the love and kindness he shared left an unforgettable mark on everyone who had the privilege of knowing him. From the age of 2 years old, Edward had a special connection with horses. Horses were not simply a part of his life- they were his passion. He dedicated countless years to learning, working with, training, and caring for them. Throughout his life, Edward became an accomplished horse farrier, working with horses of all kinds, including race horses. His knowledge patience, and natural ability with horses were truly remarkable. He trained multiple winning race horses, a testament to the gift he had for understanding and working with these magnificent animals. Although Edward was well known for his talent with horses, those who knew him best will remember him for the kind of man he was. He was humble, hardworking, and kind-hearted. He never needed much to be happy and found joy in the simples things in life. He never met a stranger, and it seemed that everyone who crossed his path quickly became a friend. Above all, Edward treasured his family. He was an amazing grandfather who adored his grandchildren and took great pride in watching them grow. He spoiled them whenever he could and made sure they knew just how special they were to him. His grandchildren will forever carry the memories of his love, his stories, his gentle spirit, and the special way he made each of them feel loved. Edward Ables leaves behind a legacy built not on wealth or possessions, but on hard work, humility, kindness, family, and a lifelong love for horses. He was a man who lived simply, loved deeply, and never asked for much in return. Though he may no longer be walking among us, his memory will live on in the hearts of his family and friends, in the lives of the grandchildren he cherished, and in the countless horses he cared for and trained throughout his remarkable life. Edward is preceded in death by his parents, his loving wife Mary Lou Ables, and 5 siblings J.T. Ables, Leonard Ables, Merle Brown, Catherine Brown, and Guy Ables. Survivors: 3 Sons: Rocky Ables of Sinton, Texas, Sam (Beverlie) Ables of Olivia, Texas, and Paul (Cindy) Ables of Pleasanton, Texas 7 Grandchildren: Kent Ables of Sinton, Texas, Junior (Jamie) Villarreal of Portland, Texas, Matthew (Sheyla Sanchez) Ables of Victoria, Texas, Melissa Ables of Olivia, Texas, Katriena (Matthew) Keeney of Uvalde, Texas, Thomas Ables of Pleasanton, Texas and Delane Ables of San Antonio, Texas 10 Grandchildren: Aliana Ables, Jose Villarreal, Julian Villarreal, Ashton Ables, Little Rocky Ables, Louise Dawn "Lou Lou" Ables, Calla Keeney, Eddie Keeney, Elijah Keeney, and Ezekiel Keeney 2 Siblings: Jessie Saway and Ronnie Ables Serving as Pallbearers are Jerry Shipman, Katriena Keeney, Mathew Ables, Thomas Ables, Delane Ables, and Junior Villarreal Serving as Honorary Pallbearers are Melissa Ables and Sydney Shipman A visitation will be held Wednesday, August 19, 2026 from 9AM to 11AM with a funeral service to begin at 11AM in the Roberson Funeral Home Chapel. A burial will follow in the White Creek Cemetery. A meal will follow of the Legion Hall in Three Rivers, Texas. Services entrusted to Roberson Funeral Home Three Rivers, Texas

Edward Kent Ables

December 8, 1941 - August 13, 2026