The Festival of Trees continues in loving memory of Mr. Bill Towers.

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Every December, the Towers Family Historical Museum comes alive with the glow of Christmas trees and the spirit of community. The Festival of Trees is more than just an event—it is a symbol of generosity and tradition.. And at the heart of it all was Mr. Bill Towers.

The Festival of Trees is one of Compass Hospice’s biggest events, raising tens of thousands of dollars for hospice care. Since 2017, the Towers family has graciously hosted it at the Towers Family Historical Museum beside their home in Hobbs—and this year, the tradition continues in honor of Mr. Bill and his family.

The Festival of Trees was Mr. Bill’s favorite time of year. In honor of his memory, Compass and the Towers family are committed to continuing the event, striving to make it bigger and more successful each year. When asked what inspired their support, Mrs. Gail Towers shared: “we always thought hospice was such a needed service to those going through a difficult time. They provide caring, compassionate support to both patients and their family. Last May we experienced this support personally when Bill was in hospice care. We were thankful for their support and care as we went through Bill’s final days here at home.”

Those who knew Mr. Bill will tell you he was one of the most giving people they’d ever met. “Mr. Bill was one of the most giving people I have known. He always was willing to help anyone, and I do mean anyone,” says Connie Hutson. For him, doing good was simply the right thing to do. “He never wanted any recognition,” Dave Whaley recalled. “He just wanted the Festival to succeed—for Compass Hospice, and for the people it served.” Melanie McMahan continued, “Mr. Bill was a man of few words, but when he spoke, you listened. Hospice was very near and dear to his heart and he made sure everyone knew that! He was a very humble man; most of us have no idea what he has done to help our community. And that’s just the way he wanted it!”