Obituaries
Carl Sanders
May 6, 2026
Carl Sanders, 84, of Lubbock, and loving husband to Betty Sanders, was gently lifted into heaven on Wednesday night, May 6, 2026, surrounded by his loving family.
The family is in the process of developing his obituary and it will be posted here upon completion.
Services to celebrate Carl's life will be at 2 PM on Saturday, May 16, 2026, at the...
Dr. Janice Boyce
May 5, 2026
Dr. Janice Boyce, 80, of Lubbock, went to be with her Lord and Savior on Tuesday evening, May 5, 2026.
Services to celebrate Dr. Boyce's life will be at 11 AM on Friday, May 15, 2026, in the auditorium of Sunset Church of Christ.
FLORISTS - All flowers for this service are to be delivered to Sunset Church of Christ on Friday...
Magdeleno Salazar
May 3, 2026
Magdeleno Salazar of Lubbock passed away on Sunday, May 3, 2026 at the age of 91. A distinguished minister and a beacon of wisdom and faith whose presence touched countless lives, he leaves behind a legacy etched deeply into the hearts of those who knew him.
Magdeleno Salazar’s life was a testament to unwavering devotion, both in service to his country...
Jack M. Peterson
May 1, 2026
Jack M. Peterson, 92, of Lubbock, passed gently from this life and went to be with his Lord and Savior on Friday afternoon, May 1, 2026, surrounded by his loving family. Jack was born on February 2, 1934, in White Earth, Mountrail County, North Dakota, to the late Manley Peterson and Borghild (Leholm) Peterson.
Jack attended White Earth High School, graduating...
Michael D. Lair
Apr 29, 2026
Michael D. Lair, 75, of Lubbock, Texas passed away peacefully at home on April 29, 2026 after a lengthy battle with lung cancer. He was born in Norman, OK to Doyal and Betty Lair and spent his childhood in Tulsa, OK and Littleton, CO as the oldest of 4 siblings. In high school he performed regionally with his band The...
Jessica Ann Gonzales
Apr 29, 2026
Jessica Ann Gonzales, born April 30, 1983, in Fort Knox, Kentucky, passed away April 29, 2026, in Lubbock, Texas, just one day shy of her 43rd birthday. Her life was marked by steadfast courage, deep compassion, and a love that touched all who knew her.
Jessica was raised in Lubbock and graduated from Estacado High School in 2001. She carried a...
Jackie Wayne Farmer, Jr.
Apr 24, 2026
Jackie Wayne (Tuffy) Farmer, Jr., 61, passed away April 243, 2025, in Lubbock, TX. He was born November 3, 1964, to Jackie Wayne, Sr. and Connie Ruth (Peak) Farmer, in Lubbock, TX. He graduated from Shallowater High School. Wayne met, and later married, Debra Kay Hendricks on August 14, 2000.
Both Wayne and Debra drove semi-trucks; Wayne received the Truck-Driver Safety...
Synthia JoLeen Smith
Apr 24, 2026
Synthia Joleen Smith 57 of Lubbock, TX, passed away on April 24,2026.
Our beloved mother, Synthia Joleen Smith, journeyed to her eternal rest on April 24, 2026 at the age of 57, surrounded by the love of her family. Born on September 28,1968 in Fort Worth, TX, to Larry Joe Dinwiddie and Carolyn Smith.
She was a beacon of kindness, strength, joy,...
Helen Lorraine Fairbetter
Apr 23, 2026
Helen Lorraine Fairbetter, of Lubbock, Texas, passed away peacefully on April 23, 2026.
Helen was a longtime member of the Daybreak Community Services family, where she had been part of the community since April 1, 1999. Over the years, she formed meaningful connections with her housemates and caregivers, who became like family to her.
Helen found joy in life's simple comforts. She...
Carroll Hughes
Apr 23, 2026
Carroll Hughes, 85, of Lubbock and loving husband of Mary Hughes, went to be with his Lord and Savior on Thursday evening, April 23, 2026, surrounded by his loving family. He was born on July 5, 1940, in Blue Mountain, Logan County, Arkansas, to the late George Carroll Hughes and Pauline (White) Hughes. He moved to Hockley County in Texas...
Petra Salazar
Apr 22, 2026
Petra Salazar of Lubbock passed away on Wednesday, April 22, 2026 at the age of 91. She was born January 18, 1935, in Pearsall, Texas to Estanislao and Manuela (Munoz) Riojas. Petra was a cherished icon that had an unwavering commitment to truth and compassion. Her early years were spent in Pearsall before the family relocated to Levelland. As an...
Julia Rodriguez Martinez
Apr 22, 2026
Julia Rodriguez Martinez, a woman whose kindness and humble spirit touched the hearts of many, passed away on April 22, 2026, in Lubbock, TX. She was born on January 28, 1938, in Benavides, TX, and moved to Lubbock at a young age, where she later met her loving husband, Lorenzo C. Martinez of 61 years. The two were married on...
Dr. Frederick Robert Miller
Apr 22, 2026
Dr. Frederick Robert Miller, a globally renowned sorghum breeder and longtime professor at Texas A&M University (PhD 1974), passed away peacefully on April 22, 2026. He leaves behind a legacy grounded in scientific impact, global relevance, and the development of the next generation of agricultural leaders.
Dr. Miller built his career advancing sorghum as a resilient, high-impact crop for farmers around...
Nancy Weatherman Hartsfield
Apr 20, 2026
Nancy Weatherman Hartsfield, a beloved educator, grandmother, and fifth generation native of the West Texas plains, passed from this world on April 20, 2026. Born on September 22, 1941, in Abilene , Texas, Nancy carried the values of her heritage and the warmth of her hometown throughout her life.
She was born to Lawrence and Frances (Green) Weatherman and grew up...
Linda Cunningham
Apr 19, 2026
Linda Gail Cunningham, a woman of unwavering faith, quiet strength, and remarkable talents, went home to be with her Lord and Savior on Sunday, April 19, 2026, in Lubbock, Texas. She was 75 years old.
Linda was born on July 28, 1950, in Wichita Falls, Texas, to the late A.R. and Oneita Ruth (Brooks) Green. From her earliest years, she was...
Guadalupe T. Garcia
Apr 18, 2026
Guadalupe T. Garcia, affectionately known to those who loved him as Lupe, passed away peacefully in his home in Lubbock, Texas, on April 18, 2026. Born on December 12, 1952, in Clovis, New Mexico, Guadalupe's journey was marked by a kindness and warmth that embraced friends and family alike, leaving indelible impressions on every life he touched.
A man defined by...
Marie Elizabeth Quinones
Apr 17, 2026
Marie Quinones, born on August 31, 1946, in New Kirk, New Mexico, and passed away peacefully on April 17, 2026.
As a dedicated single parent, she raised two sons, Eddie and Matt, with unwavering love and hard work.
Mari’s life was filled with cherished memories from her years working at the old Baker Company in Lubbock, Texas, and later at Dillards department...
SSgt. Chris Herrera
Apr 16, 2026
Christopher "Chris" Herrera, a spirited soul known for his boundless energy, unwavering willingness to help others, passed away on April 16, 2026, in Quantico, Virginia. Born on May 10, 1997, in El Paso, Texas, Chris's life was a profound journey marked by dedication, service, and love.
A proud graduate of Plainview High School in 2015, Chris chose a path of honor...
Manuel Flores, Sr.
Apr 16, 2026
Manuel Flores, Sr., 86, of Lubbock, Texas, passed away April 16, 2026. He was born June 15, 1939, to Reymunda and Eleberto Flores in Andice, Texas.
Manuel loved going to church, going to church activities and spending time with his family and friends. He was always studying the bible and he wrote and sang his own songs. He played different instruments....
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