Obituaries

Juan Sanchez, Sr.

Juan Sanchez, Sr.

Oct 5, 2026

Juan Vargas Sanchez Sr. passed away surrounded by family on Monday, October 5, 2026 at the age of 91. He was born on March 8, 1935, in Martindale, Texas, to Maxcimino Sanchez and Herminia Vargas Sanchez.

Juan was preceded in death by his beloved wife of 71 years, Consuelo “Connie” Peralez Sanchez; his daughter, Gloria Sanchez; his great-grandson, Ryan Avery Soliz;...

Domingo Rangel, Jr.

Domingo Rangel, Jr.

Oct 4, 2026

Domingo Rangel, Jr. passed away on October 4, 2026 in Lubbock, Texas.  A more detailed obituary will be up soon.

Tristan Kane Johnston

Tristan Kane Johnston

Oct 3, 2026

Tristan Kane Johnston of Lubbock passed away on Saturday, October 3, 2026, at the age of 20. He was born May 23, 2006, in Lubbock, Texas. He graduated from Coronado High School in 2024, where one particular class would have a lasting impact on his life. It was in culinary class that Tristan met his future wife, Mayson Miller. What...

Gabriela Valdez

Gabriela Valdez

Oct 3, 2026

Gabriela G. Valdez, lovingly known as “Ama,” 96, departed this life on October 3, 2026, in Lubbock, Texas.

Gabriela was born on March 23, 1930, in San Marcos, Texas, to Luz and Dominga Garcia. She was a loving, warm-hearted woman who was truly one of a kind. Gabriela cherished spending time with her family, whether she was cooking, listening to music,...

Dana Sue Bashore

Dana Sue Bashore

Oct 3, 2026

Dana Sue Bashore, 82, of Lubbock, Texas, passed away peacefully on October 3, 2026.

Dana was born on November 22, 1943, in Medford, Oregon, to Thomas William Porter and Agnes Rose Latson. She was born at Camp White during World War II, a detail that became a special part of her family history.

Dana met her husband, Harold Edward Bashore, on a...

Norma Kay Evans

Norma Kay Evans

Oct 1, 2026

Norma Kay Evans of Lubbock, formerly of Littlefield, passed away surrounded by her family on Thursday, October 1, 2026, at the age of 90. She was born August 1, 1936, in Lamesa, Texas, to Troy and Aurora (Akers) Moss.

Norma Kay grew up in Littlefield, where she graduated from high school. For many years, she worked alongside her family at Moss...

Sarah Allen

Sarah Allen

Sep 29, 2026

Dr. Sarah Jo Allen, age 27, passed away on September 29th, 2026. Sarah suffered an unexpected stroke early Sunday morning, September 13th. Despite her immense bravery and the heroic efforts of her doctors, Sarah’s injuries were far too severe for recovery.

Please join us in celebrating Sarah’s life on Saturday, October 3, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. at Indiana Ave. Baptist Church,...

Milton Ray Miller

Milton Ray Miller

Sep 29, 2026

Milton Ray Miller peacefully passed on September 29, 2026, in Lubbock, TX. He was 78 years old. Milt was born on June 5, 1948, in Tahoka, TX to his parents, Roy Lee Miller and Eva Gertie Lindsey.

On January 30, 1970, he married the love of his life, Geneva Lou Byrd and they built a life together for 56 years.

Milton was...

Reynaldo V. Madrid

Reynaldo V. Madrid

Sep 28, 2026

Reynaldo V. “Rey” Madrid, 75, of Lubbock, Texas, passed away on September 28, 2026.Rey was born on February 3, 1951, to Jesus and Enriqueta V. Madrid. He served in the United States Army from 1969 to 1973 and was stationed in Korea. Following his military service, he returned to Lubbock, where he built his life.Rey and his wife, Roseann Madrid,...

Hermando "John" Castillon

Hermando "John" Castillon

Sep 27, 2026

Hermando "John" Castillon, age 82, passed away peacefully on September 27, 2026. Born on June 17, 1944, in Fredericksburg, Texas, to Tomas Castillon and Inez Hernandez, John lived a life anchored by deep devotion to his family, a legendary work ethic, and a generous spirit that welcomed everyone into his home.

On March 31, 1963, John married the love of his...

Gary Dale Stark

Gary Dale Stark

Sep 25, 2026

Gary Dale Stark, 75, of Shallowater, Texas, passed away on Friday, September 25. He was preceded in death by his father, Gerald Stark, and is survived by his mother, Scharlene. He leaves behind his wife, Tonya, his children, Matthew, Joel, and Rebekah, 8 grandchildren, 2 great-grandchildren, and his siblings, Rhonda and Danny.

Gary worked as a skilled butcher for many years,...

Megan Michelle Fortner-Teixeira

Megan Michelle Fortner-Teixeira

Sep 25, 2026

Megan Michelle Fortner-Teixeira, 41, of Denver City, Texas, passed away on September 25, 2026 in Lubbock, Texas. She was born on May 24, 1985, in Hobbs, New Mexico, to Doug and Rhonda Fortner.

Megan was a loving mother, daughter, sister, aunt, niece, cousin, and friend. She was a woman who cared deeply for others and had a heart full of compassion....

Gloria Ann White

Gloria Ann White

Sep 25, 2026

Gloria Ann Stacconi White passed away in Lubbock, Texas, on September 25, 2026. She was born in Endicott, New York on February 16, 1948, the fifth and youngest child of proud Italian American immigrant parents, Vincenzo “Jimmy” and Rosa Stacconi. Gloria grew up with her brothers, Phil, John, and Bob; sister, Rose Mary; and a large extended family. Their lives...

Stephen Taylor Graham

Stephen Taylor Graham

Sep 22, 2026

Stephen Taylor Graham, 77, of Lubbock, Texas, passed away peacefully on September 22, 2026, at Covenant Medical Center. He was born on February 23, 1949, in Tulsa, Oklahoma, to Richard B. Graham and Jeanne Graham.

Stephen graduated from Allegheny Clarion Valley High School in Foxburg, Pennsylvania, in 1967. He later attended McMurry University in Abilene, Texas, while serving at Dyess Air...

Sammy Gonzales

Sammy Gonzales

Sep 21, 2026

Sammy Sanchez Gonzales, 78, of Lubbock, Texas, passed away peacefully on September 21, 2026. He was born on June 21, 1948, in Greeley, Colorado, to Eutimio and Uldarica Gonzales. He graduated from Lubbock High School before enlisting in the United States Marine Corps and serving his country during the Vietnam War. 

Sammy was honored with the Purple Heart for his service...

Cristina Rene Mabe

Cristina Rene Mabe

Sep 21, 2026

Cristina Rene (Wille) Mabe, 67, passed away peacefully on September 21, 2026, in Lubbock, Texas. She was born on August 10, 1959, in Manhattan, Kansas, the daughter of Emery L. and LoRene (Straub) Wille. Cristina will be remembered above all as a loving mother and devoted Nana. Her family was the center of her life, and she created a lasting...

Filliberto Sixtas

Filliberto Sixtas

Sep 21, 2026

Filliberto Sixtas, 60, of Lubbock, Texas, passed away peacefully on September 21, 2026, in Lubbock. He was born on August 15, 1966, in Olton, Texas, to Antonio Sixtas and Apolonia Monreal Baker.

Filliberto was a resident of the Lubbock State Supported Living Center since 1971, where he became a beloved member of the community. Over the years, he touched the lives...

Maria Peralez

Maria Peralez

Sep 21, 2026

Maria Peralez of Idalou passed away surrounded by her loving family on Monday, September 21, 2026, at the age of 94. Maria was born in Rosebud, Texas, to Cleofas and Tomasa (Cruz) Herrera. Her faith was at the center of her life, and she was a faithful member of St. Philip Benizi Catholic Church in Idalou, where she also proudly...

Elizabeth Rene Smith

Elizabeth Rene Smith

Sep 20, 2026

Elizabeth Rene Smith, our beloved mother, wife, grandmother, great-grandmother, and friend passed away peacefully on September 20, 2026, surrounded by her daughters, her husband, and her son-in-law. She was deeply loved, and she will be missed more than words can express.

Born on July 29, 1950, in Warren, Ohio, she spent her younger years in San Francisco before a life filled...

Deborah B Wilkinson

Deborah B Wilkinson

Sep 16, 2026

Deborah “Debby” Wilkinson, 73, of Lubbock, Texas, passed away on September 16, 2026, leaving behind a legacy of love, laughter, faith, and a family who will cherish her memory forever.

Born on December 2, 1952, in Jasper, Texas, Debby was the beloved daughter of E.P. Brooks Jr. and Joan Brooks. She graduated from Jasper High School in 1971 and married her...