Obituaries

Dec 10, 2025

Dec 10, 2025

Jenell Gurley, 84, of Lubbock, loving wife to Bill Gurley, went to be with her Lord and Savior on Wednesday, December 10, 2025. Jenell was born on December 6, 1941, in Somerville, Oklahoma, to the late Ladarell Box and Opal (Robinson) Box.

Jenell attended schools in the Ropesville ISD.

She met the love of her life, Bill Gurley, and they were united...

Dec 10, 2025

Isabel Torres, a beloved matriarch, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, December 10, 2025, at her home in Lubbock at the age of 77. Born on January 4, 1948, in Yoakum, Texas, Isabel lived a life filled with passion, hard work, and an unwavering commitment to her family. For many years, Isabel dedicated herself to the Texas Tech University Health Sciences...

Dec 9, 2025

Kenneth Ray Dixon, 82, died in Lubbock on December 9, 2025. He was born May 30, 1943, in St. Clair, Missouri, to the late Donald and Helen (Clutts) Dixon. Ken graduated from Richland High School, Missouri, in 1961. He then became a student at Drury University in Springfield, Missouri, where he majored in history, graduating in 1965. A few years...

Dec 9, 2025

Don Hays, 85, of Lubbock, went to be with his Lord and Savior on Tuesday morning, December 9, 2025. He was born on January 18, 1940, in Slaton, Texas to the late Raymond and Josephine Hays.

Don was a 1959 graduate of Lubbock-Cooper High School.

He met the love of his life, Debbie Parker, and they were united in marriage on December...

Dec 8, 2025

Dovie Miller, born on August 20, 1923, in Shamrock, Texas, passed away peacefully on December 8, 2025, in Lubbock, Texas, surrounded by her beloved family at the age of 102. She grew up in Shamrock, graduating from Shamrock High School. It was there that she met and married Lionel Miller on December 1, 1949. The couple made their home in...

Dec 6, 2025

Linda Smith Ricks, 75, of Lubbock, passed from this life into the arms of her Lord and Savior on December 6, 2025, after a battle with cancer. She was born February 11, 1950, in Lubbock, Texas, to L.H. and Rayma Smith.

Linda was educated in the Lubbock Public Schools and graduated Monterrey High School in 1968. It was there she met...

Dec 5, 2025

Ralph Gilman, 80, passed away peacefully on December 5, 2025. He was born on December 17, 1944, and lived a life marked by hard work, devotion, and a steadfast love for family and community.

He married the love of his life, Lynelle Gresham Gilman, on December 28, 1962. Together, they shared almost 63 wonderful years of marriage, raising two adventurous and...

Dec 4, 2025

In the heart of Lubbock, Texas, a vibrant spirit took his last breath on December 4, 2025. Reyes Lozano, affectionately known as "Lil Ray," emerged into the world on June 21, 1979, an indelible mark of warmth and love destined to grace the lives of many. As a dedicated worker in the construction industry and a skilled Mudman, Reyes approached...

Dec 4, 2025

Earl Weldon McNiel, Jr., known to many as 'Mr. Wonderful', passed away on December 4, 2025. He was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and friend. Earl was born on July 19, 1954, in El Paso, Texas, to Earl Weldon McNiel, Sr. and Bessie Ailene Barnes.

After high school, Earl earned his Bachelor's Degree in Criminal Justice from Tarleton State University in...

Dec 4, 2025

Bettie Jordan, 83, of Lubbock, went to be with her Lord and Savior on Thursday morning, December 4, 2025. Bettie was born on February 21, 1942, to the late Oplus Leon Links and Glenna Earnestine (Roberts) Links.

She met the first love of her life, Glenn Hamilton. They married in 1958 and they spent many happy years together until he preceded...

Dec 3, 2025

Peggy June Morris of Lubbock passed away on Wednesday, December 3, 2025, at the age of 89. She was born June 8, 1936 in Checotah, Oklahoma to Ralph and Alta (Doss) Johnson.  Peggy grew up and attended school in Checotah. She lived most of her life in the triangle area of Checotah, Warner, and Muskogee. In 1954 she met and...

Dec 3, 2025

Francies Dunlap, a cherished soul hailing from Shreveport, Louisiana passed away peacefully on December 3, 2025, at the age of 89. Born on February 2, 1936, she was a beacon of kindness and humor in her community, forever remembered as someone who made every gathering warm and welcoming.

Francies dedicated her life's work to nursing, embodying a spirit of caregiving that...

Dec 2, 2025

Carol Jean Eldrige, 62, passed away December 2, 2025, in Lubbock, TX. She was born in Coos Bay, OR, November 1, 1963, to Kenneth and Cleta (White) Eldridge. Carol loved and followed the Lord; her greatest accomplishment in life, leading those she met to the Lord.

Carol enjoyed crocheting (her favorite color was purple), watching the Trinity Broadcasting Network (TBN), and...

Dec 1, 2025

Harold Dwight Dalton of Wolfforth passed away on Monday, December 1, 2025.  

Graveside services are scheduled for 3 PM Friday, December 5, 2025 at the City of Lubbock Cemetery

Nov 29, 2025

Lewis Watson, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend, departed this earthly realm on November 29, 2025, in Lubbock, Texas, at the age of 73. Born on March 9, 1952, Lewis devoted his life to God, his family, and his work. He spent many dedicated years as a Credit Manager for Southwestern Public Service, where he was respected by...

Nov 28, 2025

Daniel Wayne McGinnis, of Lubbock, Texas, passed away on November 28, 2025, surrounded by his loved ones. He was born on February 2, 1948, in Lubbock to C.D. McGinnis and Addie Mae Bigler, beginning a life marked by dedication, faith, and deep love for family.

Daniel was a hard worker throughout his life. He proudly devoted 30 years to BNSF Railway,...

Nov 26, 2025

Keith Myers Williams, a sixth-generation Texan, was born July 1, 1955, in Dallas. Keith passed away on November 26, 2025. His family’s American roots run deep, tracing back to Daniel Boone and military service as early as the American Revolution. His ancestors migrated west from Virginia through Tennessee, Kentucky, Mississippi, Oklahoma and, ultimately, Texas. Among his relatives, he felt a...

Nov 25, 2025

Jose Garcia passed peacefully through Heaven’s gate, receiving his crown on November 25, 2025.

Jose Garcia was born in Lubbock, TX on October 25, 1959, to Fernando Garcia and Ramona D’ives Garcia. He graduated from Lubbock High School in 1978 where he loved playing on the basketball team.

His lifelong love for hard work and caring for others began early in life....

Nov 25, 2025

Eric Brandon Saldana, a cherished son, devoted husband, and adoring father, left this world on November 25, 2025, in Lubbock, Texas, leaving a lasting impact on all who were fortunate enough to know him. Born on October 15, 1999, Eric was the embodiment of enthusiasm and passion, nurturing the hearts of many throughout his short but vibrant life.

In his professional...