Obituaries

Mar 25, 2026

Beverly Jinks, a devoted mother, passionate advocate for music, and a beloved educator, passed away on Wednesday, March 25, 2026 at the age of 94. She was born on March 20, 1932, in Amarillo to the late A.D. and Winnie Mae (King) Nance. Beverly’s journey began with a love of music that would define much of her life. Considered an...

Mar 25, 2026

Lynda Sharon Smith, born on April 30, 1951, in Mountainair, New Mexico, went home to be with the Lord on March 25, 2026, in Lubbock, Texas surrounded by her loving family. With a very sweet spirit, kind nature, and a heart full of love, Lynda touched the lives of all who knew her through her humility and selflessness.

Lynda's career was...

Mar 25, 2026

Mar 25, 2026

The family of JoAnn McNiel is developing her obituary and it will be posted here when completed.

Services are pending at this time with Combest Family Funeral Home in Tahoka.

Mar 22, 2026

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Irene Ramirez-Reyes, a beloved mother, wife, and community member, who left us on March 22, 2026, in Lorenzo, Texas. Born on February 12, 1966, in Lubbock, Texas, Irene lived a life marked by kindness, humor, and an unwavering warmth that touched all who knew her.

Irene dedicated much of her life to serving...

Mar 22, 2026

Yrma Linda Reyes-Chavez, our “Mami,” passed away on March 22, 2026, alongside her sister, Irene. She was born August 5, 1973, in Petersburg, Texas—and from the very beginning, she did life her own way.

Mami was tough as nails. She worked as a CDL driver and handled business, no matter what came her way. She wasn’t soft, but she loved hard....

Mar 21, 2026

David Lee Garcia, III, born on May 22, 1990, in Plainview, Texas, passed away on March 21, 2026, in Santa Rosa, New Mexico. He will be remembered as a devoted family man, a dedicated worker, and a person who brought happiness to all who knew him.

David graduated from Olton High School in 2009 and went on to earn his Associate...

Mar 21, 2026

Mar 21, 2026

Jerry Ann Beevers, 82, of Lubbock passed away on Saturday, March 21, 2026. Memorial services are scheduled for 10:30 am, Friday, March 27, 2026, at Sunset Church of Christ.

Jerry was born on September 19, 1943, in Dallas to Willis and Mildred (Deremeaux) Crain. She married Ronnie Beevers on July 19, 1985. Jerry worked as a cosmetologist for more than 30...

Mar 19, 2026

Tana Carol Gillett, a cherished soul whose life was marked by a deep love for education, nature, and the simple joys of companionship, passed away peacefully on March 19, 2026, in her hometown of Lubbock, Texas. She was born on March 26, 1949, in Lubbock. Tana's life reflected dedication, kindness, and an enduring curiosity about the world around her.

Tana devoted...

Mar 19, 2026

Nancy Caron “Grandma” Forsythe (Pyeatt), age 82, of Lubbock, Texas, passed away peacefully on March 19, 2026. She was born on August 22, 1943, in Garland, Texas, to the late Loy and Frances (Dees) Pyeatt.

Nancy was primarily raised in Tulia, Texas, where she attended school and graduated from Tulia High School in 1961. She later attended Texas Tech University, earning...

Mar 19, 2026

Betty Belcher, beloved wife, mother and grandmother went home to be with her Lord and Savior on Thursday, March 19, 2026, at the age of 95, in Lubbock, Texas.

She left a legacy of Christian service and love. She served the children of Highland Park Baptist and First Wesleyan Church in Bartlesville, Oklahoma, for over fifty years. Her heart was teaching...

Mar 17, 2026

Tommye Nance, a beloved member of the Tahoka community, passed away on Tuesday, March 17, 2026, at the age of 79 leaving behind a legacy of kindness, generosity, and unwavering faith. Born on November 4, 1946, in San Angelo, Texas, Tommye grew up in El Dorado where she attended school. As a young adult, Tommye moved to Dallas, where she...

Mar 17, 2026

Margetter Jaushlin, affectionately known as Margie, was born on March 30, 1945, in Limestone County, Texas, to the late KC and Terry Quigley. An extraordinary woman whose kindness, warmth, and quiet strength touched every life she encountered. Margie passed away peacefully on March 17, 2026, in Lubbock, Texas, surrounded by her loving family.

For decades, Margie devoted her life to caring...

Mar 16, 2026

Dorthy "Kitty" Killian, passed away on Monday, March 16, 2026, in Lubbock at the age of 77. She was born on May 3, 1948 in Lubbock to Weldon Davis and Dorothy Azalee (Banks) Killian. As a mother, Kitty was blessed to stay home with her daughter Cheryl until she was fifteen. She delighted in being an aunt to her numerous...

Mar 13, 2026

Rosa Rodriguez, a cherished mother and beloved Guely, passed away on Friday, March 13, 2026, in Lubbock at the age of 70. She was born February 13, 1956, in Mission, Texas, to Baltazar and Gloria Cardenas, one of eleven children. A proud graduate of Seagraves High School and Texas Tech University, Rosa devoted her professional career as an elementary school...

Mar 12, 2026

Kelly Ann Cruz, a beloved wife, mother, daughter, sister, and friend, passed away peacefully on March 12, 2026, in Honduras. Born on November 18, 1973, in Lubbock, Texas, Kelly's life was a beautiful tapestry woven with love, creativity, and unwavering dedication to both her family and her career.

Kelly graduated from Friendship High School in 1992, a milestone that marked the...

Mar 12, 2026

Helen Orton McKown Vera was born on Christmas Eve, December 24, 1929, in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, to Dave and Florence McKown. She went home to be with the Lord on March 12, 2026.

Helen was raised in a Christian home, the only girl in a house full of boys, and was active with her family at Wesley United Methodist Church. She...

Mar 11, 2026

Kathryn Kay Adams, 80, of Lubbock, loving wife of Michael Adams for over 60 years, passed away peacefully early Wednesday morning, March 11, 2026, from complications of Parkinson’s disease.

Kathryn was born on November 14, 1945, in Sour Lake, Texas, to the late Floyd Joseph Harkins and Hazel (Walker) Harkins. Kathryn attended Hardin-Jefferson High School, in Sour Lake, Texas, and graduated...

Mar 10, 2026

In the heart of Lubbock, Texas, the life of Santiago Ancira came to a gentle close on March 10, 2026. Born on February 18, 1951, in the quaint town of Lamesa, Texas, he undertook a journey rich with love, laughter, and a deep-seated commitment to family. 

Santiago, known affectionately as "Jimmy" to those who cherished him, dedicated his working years as...