Obituaries
Carolyn Ann Birdwell
Aug 8, 2025
Carolyn Ann Birdwell, 78, of Lubbock, and loving wife of Jacob E. Birdwell and mother to Melinda and Tammie Birdwell, was lifted into heaven on Friday, August 8, 2025. Carolyn was born on December 30, 1946, in Lamesa, Dawson County, Texas, to the late Marvin Morgan Simmons and Doyle Sibyl (Bingham) Simmons.
Carolyn attended O’Donnell schools and graduated in 1964 from...
Jana Lynn Tidmore
Aug 7, 2025
Jana Tidmore, 62, passed away peacefully on August 7, 2025, surrounded by her loving family.
Born in Lovington, New Mexico, to Charles Douglas Mead and Carolyn Hutson, Jana grew up with a strong sense of creativity, compassion, and resilience. On July 8, 1995, she married the love of her life, James Edward "Eddie" Tidmore of Lubbock, Texas. Together, they built a...
Chris Tanaka
Aug 6, 2025
Christopher Michael Wataru Tanaka, a remarkably talented musician whose spirit resonated with all those fortunate enough to know him, passed away on Wednesday, August 6, 2025, in Lubbock at the age of 51. Born on March 1, 1974, in San Francisco, California, Chris lived a life defined by his unwavering passion for music, a dedication to learning, and an extraordinary...
Adam Aguirre, Sr.
Aug 5, 2025
Adam Aguirre, Sr., 71, of Lubbock, passed away early Tuesday morning, August 5, 2025. Mr. Aguirre was born on May 14, 1954, in Lubbock, to the late Juan Aguirre and Maria Ignacia (Gill) Aguirre.
He attended and graduated from Abernathy High School.
Adam was a hard worker, a family man, and one who loved to play games like dominos and skippo. He...
Diana Hernandez Garcia
Jul 31, 2025
Diana Hernandez Garcia
Diana Hernandez Garcia, age 70, went peacefully to be with the Lord on July 31st, 2025, in Virginia Beach, VA. Born on September 20th, 1954, in Corpus Christi, Texas, she was the beloved daughter of Francisca Licon and father Maurillo Garcia.
Diana spent 57 beautiful years of marriage with the love of her life, Juan Roque Garcia. Together they...
John W. Obermier
Jul 31, 2025
John W. Obermier, 59, of Lubbock, was gently lifted into heaven to be with his Lord and Savior on Thursday, July 31, 2025. John was born on December 20, 1965, in Burnet, Texas, and has lived in Lubbock at the Lubbock State Supported Living Center since July 1, 1969, at the age of 3.
John was a very happy person that...
Kristy Dominguez
Jul 31, 2025
Kristy Dominguez, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away on Thursday, July 31, 2025, in Lubbock, Texas, where she was born and raised. Kristy was a vibrant force of nature, known for her kind heart, unwavering strength, and the smile that could light up any room. Born on January 21, 1964, she grew up in Lubbock and attended...
Ramiro Perez Lopez
Jul 31, 2025
Ramiro Perez Lopez was born April 22, 1939, in Lubbock, Tx, to Jesus and Anita Lopez. In 1958, he married the love of his life, Teresa Solis Lopez and the two of them welcomed and raised three sons. On July 31st, 2025, he was delivered to the hands of his Savior, surrounded by his family. He was a Master of...
Jane DeKay
Jul 27, 2025
Jane DeKay, who graced this world with her kindness and warmth, passed away peacefully in Lubbock Texas, on July 27, 2025. Born on January 22, 1949 in Williamsport Pennsylvania, Jane was a cherished daughter of John and Anna Sornberger, both of whom have preceded her in death.
Jane's journey through life was adorned with love for her family and friends. She...
Paula Schaeper
Jul 27, 2025
Paula Schaeper, a remarkable woman whose life story is interwoven with intellect, passion, and the warmth of family, departed this world on July 27, 2025, in Lubbock, Texas. Born on May 29, 1954, in the small town of Warrensburg, Missouri, Paula’s journey was marked by unwavering dedication to her pursuits and an insatiable curiosity about the world around her.
A proud...
Hoycille Valentine
Jul 24, 2025
Hoycille Valentine July 25, 1942 – July 24, 2025
Hoycille Valentine, beloved daughter, wife, mother, sister, grandmother, great-grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully on July 24, 2025—just one day shy of her 83rd birthday.
Born in Kermit, Texas, on July 25, 1942, Hoycille met the love of her life, Charles Owen Valentine, while attending Lubbock Christian College, and the two were married...
Laura Kay (Ley) Schuette
Jul 24, 2025
Heaven opened its gates, July 24, 2025, and Angels ushered in Heaven’s brightest new smile, Laura Kay (Ley) Schuette. She was born on October 23, 1967, to Arther and Judy (Walton) Ley, in Monroe WI.
Those remaining to carry on Laura’s legacy, and bright smile, are her husband, Britt Schuette, son, Andrew Elmore, daughter, Katelyn (Preston) Bickle, step-sons, Travis Schuette and...
Shirley Lorene Jepsen
Jul 23, 2025
Shirley Lorene Jepsen, age 66, of Shallowater, Texas, passed away on July 23, 2025.
Shirley was born in Lubbock, Texas, to Auda Lee Everette and Leora Mabel Rathbun. She attended Shallowater High School and graduated in 1976. Shirley dedicated over 20 years of service as a corrections officer at the John Montford Unit, where she was known for her strength, compassion,...
Sue Russwurm
Jul 23, 2025
Sue Russwurm of Lubbock passed away on Wednesday, July 23, 2025, at the age of 94. She was born August 15, 1930, in Custer City, Oklahoma to Earl and Eva Fourier. Most of her early years were spent in Enid, Oklahoma, where she grew up with her three sisters, Darla, Marilyn and Carol Jean. She was her dad’s “tom boy”...
Ron Ledgerwood
Jul 21, 2025
Ron Ledgerwood gracefully departed this world on Monday, July 21, 2025, in Lubbock, Texas, at the age of 88. Born on April 12, 1937, in Seminole, Oklahoma, Ron's life was remarkable, touching all he came in contact with. A proud graduate of Seminole High School in 1955, Ron went on to the University of Oklahoma, where he earned his degree...
Kaden Elijah Garcia
Jul 20, 2025
Kaden Elijah Garcia, age 12, of Lubbock, Texas, passed away surrounded by the love of his family. Born on August 3, 2012, in Lubbock, to Anthony Quevedo and Denea Garcia. Kaden was a bright light in the lives of everyone who knew him. He was a sweet soul whose joy, laughter, and love left an unforgettable mark on the world...
Dawson Glover
Jul 19, 2025
On the morning of Saturday, July 19, 2025, Dawson went to be with the Lord. He was born on August 25, 2000, in Carrollton, Texas to Michael Cody Glover and Autumn Leeanne Boswell. Later in life he met the Love of His Life, Tara Conner of Slaton, TX and they had two beautiful children, Michael “Oakley” Glover and Riverlynn Ann...
Ann Ola Ross
Jul 18, 2025
Ann Ola Ross, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away on July 18th, 2025, at the age of 80, in Lubbock, TX. Born on November 25, 1944, in Brownwood, TX, Ann was the daughter of Robert Owen and Josie Ellen (Andrews) Greaves. She spent her early years in Lubbock, where her family relocated, and attended Lubbock High School.
In...
Charley Payne
Jul 16, 2025
Charley Payne, a devoted husband, father, grandfather (PaPa), brother, and friend, passed away surrounded by his family on Wednesday, July 16, 2025, at the age of 65. He was born on November 12, 1959, in Corpus Christi and went on to graduate from New Mexico State University with a degree in Entomology, a launching pad for a career dedicated to...
Benton A. Kastman
Jul 14, 2025
Benton A. Kastman, 65, of Ransom Canyon, Texas, passed away on Monday, July 14, 2025.
Benton Kastman, born February 18, 1960, in Lubbock, Texas, was the cherished son of Jack and Marjorie Cone Kastman. Benton grew up in a household rooted in community service, imbued with the values and teachings of his devoted family. His early years in Lubbock were filled...
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