Obituaries
Jene' Christine Whitman
Jan 25, 2027
Jene’ Christine Whitman, 74, of Levelland, passed away on Sunday evening, January 25, 2026, at her residence. Jene’ was born on January 18, 1952, to the late Jack Reid Roper I and Virginia (Jung) Roper.
Jene’ completed her high education, graduating from high school in Albany, Texas.
She was self-employed in arts and crafts manufacturing, which she did for many years before...
Kay James
Jan 26, 2026
Kay James, born on June 28, 1942, in Tucumcari, New Mexico, passed away peacefully on Monday, January 26, 2026 at the age of 83. At a young age, the family moved to Wolfforth where graduated from Frenship High School. Kay married Gayland James on September 27, 1963 and they made their home in New Home, where they were active members...
Maria DeLeon
Jan 25, 2026
Maria Emma DeLeon, born on October 29, 1947, in Mexico, passed away peacefully in Lubbock, Texas, on Sunday, January 25, 2026, surrounded by her beloved family. At the age of thirteen, Maria and her family made a pivotal move to from their homeland to a suburb of Floydada, Texas, laying the foundation for a life marked by unwavering commitment and...
Cleothia Quigley
Jan 24, 2026
With heavy hearts, profound sorrow, and yet deep in faith and in the will of God, accepting Gods decision Mother Cleothia Quigley made a triumphant transition from earth to glory.Cleothia Quigley, known lovingly as "Maw Maw." Born on May 27, 1934, in Athens, Texas, Cleothia graced this world with her kindness and warm spirit until her transition to glory on...
Kristie Ann Gilmore
Jan 23, 2026
Kristie Ann Gilmore, 59, passed away peacefully on Friday, January 23, 2026, surrounded by the family she loved so deeply. She was born on October 24, 1966, in Pecos, Texas, to Lora Lucy Graves and Merle Gordon Miller.
Kristie devoted 25 years of her life to teaching 4th grade at Westwind Elementary with Friendship ISD. Teaching was more than a career...
Judy Waggoner
Jan 23, 2026
Judy Waggoner of Lubbock passed away on Friday, January 23, 2026, at the age of 84. She was born on January 11, 1942, in Clovis, New Mexico to Grady and Dolly (Hammonds) Herington. Judy grew up in Farwell, Texas and graduated from Farwell High School. On March 9, 1962, Judy married Winston Waggoner in Farwell. They made their home in...
Bonnie Lea Blair
Jan 22, 2026
Bonnie Lea Blair passed away peacefully on January 22, 2026, surrounded by the love of her family. She was born on September 25, 1948, in Batesville, Arkansas, to Odessa Elaine Napper and Thomas Brady Freeze.
Bonnie devoted her life to her family. After marrying the love of her life, Leonard Glen Blair, on April 8, 1966, she embraced her role as...
Allison Ridley
Jan 22, 2026
Allison Ridley, 72, of Lubbock and loving wife of Curtis Osment went to be with her Lord and Savior on Thursday morning, January 22, 2026, after an unexpected and sudden illness. Allison was born on March 24, 1953, in Columbus, Muscogee County, Georgia, to the late Robert Norris and Nita (Adams) Norris.
Following graduation from high school, she attended Amarillo College...
Sue Pair
Jan 21, 2026
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Sue Lillian (Putman) Pair. Sue entered the world on July 1, 1933, and left this life on January 21, 2026 at Country Assistance Living in Lubbock, Texas. Throughout her 92 years, Sue made an impact on numerous people with her humor, deep spiritual beliefs, and down-to-earth nature.
Sue was born...
Johnny William Henderson
Jan 20, 2026
Johnny was a lifelong Lubbock resident and graduated from Coronado High School in 1973. An entrepreneur at heart, he spent many years owning and operating a fencing business alongside his brother. Through hard work, dedication, and a good sense of humor, Johnny built a business that reflected his strong work ethic and straightforward way of doing things.
Johnny truly enjoyed life....
Ollie Spraberry
Jan 19, 2026
Ollie Spraberry of Lubbock, formerly of Brownwood, passed away on Monday, January 19, 2026, at the age of 93, just days shy of her 94th birthday. She was born January 21, 1932 to Clarence and Daisy Billings. Ollie's life was characterized by her unwavering love for her family, her dedication to her faith, and her passion for literature. A graduate...
Michael "M O" Overland, Sr.
Jan 18, 2026
Michael “M O” Overland, Sr., 79, of Lubbock, passed away on Sunday afternoon, January 18, 2026. Michael was born on August 28, 1946, to the late Gordon Leslie Overland and Delma Joyce Overland.
He attended Beulah High School and graduated with his senior class of 1965. Following graduation from high school, he joined the United States Navy for four years, after...
Janice Fry
Jan 17, 2026
Janice Kay Fry of Lubbock, known best by Jan, passed away on Saturday, January 17, 2026, at the age of 77. Born on October 8, 1948, in Lubbock to Dalton and Jean (Dobey) Jones, Jan exemplified a life marked by kindness and dedication. After graduating from college, she joined the Peace Corp and spent the next 18 months in Columbia...
Tommie Glenn Barron
Jan 16, 2026
Tommie Glenn Barron, 86 of Lubbock, passed into his heavenly home on Friday, January 16, 2026. He was born on July 18, 1939, in Vernon, Texas to Leslie Wane Barron and Mary Alice Bowling. Tommie was a proud member of the United States Air Force, where he faithfully served for 20 years.
Tommie had a special bond with nature and cared...
Lourdes Guzman
Jan 16, 2026
Lourdes Guzman, a beloved matriarch and cherished friend, passed away on Friday, January 16, 2026, in Lubbock at the age of 78. She was born April 15, 1947, in Mexico, where she began her remarkable journey through life. At a young age, she moved to America, a pivotal moment that would lead her to a life filled with love, faith,...
Michael "Mike" H. Collins, Major - US Army
Jan 14, 2026
Michael “Mike” H. Collins, Major, US Army, 83, of Lubbock, passed away on Wednesday, January 14, 2026, surrounded by his loving family. Mike was born on August 25, 1942, in Emporia, Lyon County, Kansas to the late King Lee Collins and Betty Jane (Hereford) Collins.
Mike attended Lamar High School, in Lamar, CO, and graduated with his senior class in 1960.
On...
Michael Joe Gutierrez
Jan 12, 2026
Michael Joe Gutierrez, 35, of Lubbock, went to be with his Lord and Savior on Monday morning, January 12, 2026. Michael was born on August 10, 1990, in Lubbock, to Imelda Gonzales and Pablo Gutierrez of Lubbock.
Michael attended school in Lubbock and graduated in 2006 with his senior class at Monterey High School.
Michael loved all kinds of music and was...
Sylvia Hanlidis
Jan 11, 2026
Sylvia Hanlidis was born on July 25, 1956, in Corpus Christi, Texas. She passed away on Sunday, January 11, 2026, in Lubbock, Texas, at the age of 69.
Sylvia’s life was a testament to love and cultural pride. At the tender age of 20, she met the love of her life, Petros Hanlidis, a dedicated Navy serviceman. Their romance blossomed in...
Steve Esteban Garza
Jan 11, 2026
Steve Esteban Garza, age 78, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his family on January 11, 2026. He was born on January 10, 1948, in Edinburg, Texas, to Margarita Alcala and Juan Lopez Garza.
Steve graduated from Lubbock High School in 1967. He was married to his beloved wife, Emma Davila Garza, for 48 years. Together they shared a life...
Guadalupe "Lupe" Contreras
Jan 11, 2026
Guadalupe “Lupe” Contreras, 83, of Lubbock, went to be with her Lord and Savior on Sunday morning, January 11, 2026, surrounded by her loving family. Lupe was born on June 12, 1942, in Lubbock to the late Raymond Rangel and Francis (Acosta) Rangel.
She met the love of her life, Alfonso Contreras, and they were married in Lubbock, Texas on October...
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