Obituaries

Sep 25, 2025

Sep 23, 2025

Sadie (Smith) Ludecke, a long-time resident of Borden County, passed away on Tuesday afternoon, September 23, 2025, at the age of 95 after a courageous battle with cancer. She was born on February 15, 1930, in Borden County to the late Ned and Lucille (Healer) Smith.

Sadie married Bill Ludecke on October 2, 1970. Together they farmed for many years. Bill...

Sep 23, 2025

Alfred Lopez, born on July 15, 1957, in Rotan, Texas, passed away leaving behind a legacy of service, strength, and love. Alfred’s greatest honor and proudest achievement was serving his country in the United States Army, where he embodied courage and dedication as a veteran.

Alfred’s trade was Master Plumber but he was known as a jack of all trades, Alfred...

Sep 23, 2025

Cathy Sue vonBerg On September 23, 2025, surrounded by her family’s love, Cathy Sue vonBerg went home to be with the Lord at the age of 65. Born December 4, 1959, in Lubbock, Texas, to Marilyn Janice Davis and Ted Thompson, Cathy was a true West Texan through and through. 

On February 8, 1985, she married her best friend and the...

Sep 23, 2025

Manuel was born on July 28, 1954, in Slaton, Texas, to Domingo and Margarita Ramon. On February 20, 1976, he married the love of his life, Eloise Mendez, in Lubbock, Texas. He proudly worked as a certified welder for 35 years.

Manuel never met a stranger. His kindness, generosity, and love for others left a lasting impact on everyone he encountered....

Sep 22, 2025

Jaime Alvarado, 62, of Lubbock, Texas, passed away on September 22, 2025, surrounded by his loved ones. Born on July 5, 1963, to Raymundo Alvarado and Amelia Chavez, Jaime lived a life defined by hard work, love for his family, and an unmatched passion for building and creating.

Jaime was best known for his love of cars, especially Fords, never a...

Sep 22, 2025

Evangelina “Honey” Garza Canales (AKA Angie, Vangie, Honey, or mommy) 83, of Lubbock was born October 30, 1941, in Austin, Texas to Claudio Garza & Margarita (Gonzales) Garza. Honey was called home to be our forever Angel who left us peacefully on Monday, September 22, 2025. She was a beloved daughter, sister, wife, mother of five, grandmother to 18, great...

Sep 21, 2025

Sharon Kay Tivis

December 24, 1948 – September 21, 2025

Lubbock, Texas

Sharon Kay Tivis passed away peacefully on Sunday, September 21, 2025, at the age of 76, and is now in her heavenly home with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ.

Sharon was born on December 24, 1948, in Bismarck, North Dakota, to J.A. and Opal Wilhite. A few years later, the family...

Sep 20, 2025

Raul G. Mojica, 68, of Lubbock, loving husband of Selia (Galarza) Mojica, was lifted into Heaven by his Lord and Savior on Saturday, September 20, 2025, surrounded by his loving family. Raul was born on November 8, 1956, in Morton, Cochran County, Texas, to the late Antonio Mojica and Cora (Garcia) Mojica.

Raul attended Lubbock High School and graduated with his...

Sep 19, 2025

Linda Ann Lewis passed away at her home in Lubbock, Texas surrounded by family in the early morning hours of September 19, 2025.

Linda was born on September 11th, 1949, to Arthur and Carmela Lombardi (nee Coltrara) in Los Angeles, California. She was a 1967 graduate of Alverno Heights Academy in Sierra Madre, CA and would go on to attend Pasadena...

Sep 17, 2025

Norman Dean Harder, 77, of Lubbock, went to be with his Lord and Savior on Wednesday, September 17th, 2025. He was born in Clinton, Oklahoma to the late Ernest and Annie (Schmidt) Harder on November 15, 1947.

They moved to Hereford, Texas when he was five, and he graduated from Hereford High School in 1966. He graduated from West Texas in...

Sep 17, 2025

Michael Waller Diggs, 79, of Lubbock, Texas, passed away on September 17, 2025, after a long battle with mesothelioma.

Mike was born on November 1, 1945, to Henry Waller Diggs and Gracie Bell Hickey in San Antonio. After Mike graduated from Memphis High School in 1964, Mike went on to serve 14 years in the US Navy and served in the...

Sep 16, 2025

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Grady Kirkland Smith, who left us too soon on September 16, 2025. Born on July 24, 1996, Grady was a son, brother, and a true friend to all who knew him.

A 2014 graduate of Monterey High School, Grady had a remarkable gift for working with his hands. His passion for tinkering and...

Sep 15, 2025

Ayden Glenn Mitchell, born on August 29, 2002, in Lubbock, Texas, passed away on Monday, September 15, 2025. He was 23 years old. Ayden grew up surrounded by the warmth and love of his family and friends, embodying a joyful spirit that touched the lives of all who knew him. He was an honor student at Monterey High School and...

Sep 15, 2025

Rickey “Rick” Eugene Hipp, of Lubbock, Texas, was born on November 12, 1951, and entered into the presence of his Lord and Savior on September 15, 2025, at the age of 73.

Rick was born and raised in Lubbock, Texas, though his heart was always drawn to the mountains and hill country, where he found peace and joy. He graduated from...

Sep 14, 2025

Tom Smallwood, a steadfast and dedicated figure in both his community and family, passed away peacefully on September 14, 2025, in Lubbock, Texas. Born on February 24,1945, in San Antonio, Texas, he gracefully traversed the journey of life, marked by service, commitment, and a profound sense of duty.

Tom's legacy began with his valiant service in the United States Air Force,...

Sep 13, 2025

Hollis Neil Wolfenbarger (82) passed away September 13, 2025, in Lubbock, TX. He was born on November 23, 1942, to Doyle Junion and Vera Fern (Clements) Wolfenbarger in Gorman, TX. Hollis graduated from Sundown High School, in Sundown, TX.

Hollis served his country, entering the United States Army, where he rose to the rank of E-5. He married Wanda Anderson in...

Sep 12, 2025

Jose Luis Nunez Morales, born on August 26, 1965, in Mexico, passed away on Friday, September 12, 2025, in Lubbock at the age of 60. He was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and brother, whose life was marked by a deep devotion to his family and an unwavering commitment to his work. In his professional life, Jose dedicated many years...

Sep 12, 2025

James Alton Robertson, lovingly known as Al, of Lubbock, TX, passed away peacefully at the age of 61 on September 12, 2025, at his home, surrounded by those who loved him most.

Al was born on May 25, 1964, in Lubbock, TX. From a young age, he was drawn to the beauty of God’s creation- farmland and animals. Al spent his...

Sep 12, 2025

Cory Layne Walls, 42, of Lubbock, TX went to be with our Lord after a courageous battle with cancer the morning of September 12, 2025.

Cory was born on July 14, 1983, in Lubbock, TX to David Walls and the late Debra Walls. He attended Lubbock High School where he was a member of the wrestling team and varsity soccer team....