Obituaries

Nov 11, 2025

John Ramirez, Jr., a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, was born on January 30, 1955, in Marlin, Texas to John and Lucy (Sirpian) Ramirez, Sr. He passed away on Tuesday, November 11, 2025, in Lubbock surrounded by his loving family at the age of 70. At a young age, the family moved to Slaton where he graduated from Slaton...

Nov 9, 2025

Donald Ray Allen of Lubbock passed away on Sunday, November 9, 2025, at the age of 79. He was born February 7, 1946, in Denison, Texas to the late Martin Lester and Margaret Ann (Fink) Allen. At a young age the family moved to Lubbock where he attended school. On May 21, 1965, Don married Johnnie “Ernie” Moyers. Six months...

Nov 7, 2025

Alfredo Cobarrubio passed away November 7, 2025, in Lubbock, TX. 

Arrangements were entrusted to Combest Family Funeral Homes and Crematory. 

Nov 7, 2025

Doris June Wilson (Brown), 91, most recently living in Stephenville, TX passed away November 7, 2025. She was born October 11, 1934, in Lula, OK to Fred Arnold and Essie O. Brown (Davis). She was known as June or Junie Girl to those in her life.

June met her soul mate and the love of her life, Waldo W. Wilson, later...

Nov 7, 2025

Eliseo Carrisales, affectionately known as "Alex," departed this life on November 7, 2025, leaving behind a legacy woven through the hearts of those who knew and loved him deeply. Born on October 23, 1961, Eliseo embraced his years with a spirit full of enthusiasm and warmth, brightening the lives of many during his tenure as a Receiving Coordinator for U.S....

Nov 5, 2025

Pastor Steven Wayne Shaw, age 72, of Lubbock, Texas, stepped into the arms of a loving God on November 5, 2025, holding the hand of his precious daughter, surrounded by love.

Steven is remembered as a faithful servant in ministry, loving husband, father, grandfather, and mentor. An avid hunter and sportsman, he loved his time outdoors, watching his hunting dogs, and...

Nov 3, 2025

Luis Erevia Peralez, born in Rosebud, Texas, to Mauricio Peralez and Virginia Erevia, passed away surrounded by the love of his family and the faith that guided his life.

Luis was a simple man who found joy in the little things and adventure in every moment. He loved riding roller coasters, walking throughout Lubbock, and dancing whenever he had the chance....

Nov 2, 2025

Sherian Jean Fremont of Lubbock, Texas passed away on Sunday, November 02, 2025. She was born in Talihina, Oklahoma on September 23, 1947, to Houston Tom, Sr. and Inez DeGrace Daney.

Sherian was a loving mother and devoted wife, caring grandmother to her grandchildren and to all her nieces and nephews. Sherian married the love of her life, Charles Fremont and...

Nov 1, 2025

Oct 31, 2025

Roselan Ruthardt, 68, of Bledsoe, Texas, passed away on Friday, October 31, 2025, at her home surrounded by her loving husband and daughter. Roselan was born on July 11, 1957, in Dallas, Texas.

She attended Duncanville schools while she was growing up.

Roselan loved to garden, go fishing, shopping and loving on her grandchildren. She also loved to cook and bake, as...

Oct 30, 2025

NORBERTA "BETTY" MAPISCAY CARAAN DIED SURROUNDED BY HER DAUGHTER AND SON.

SHE WAS PREDECEASED BY ALL HER SIBLINGS. SHE WAS THE MIDDLE CHILD. SHE HAD 3 BROTHERS RUFO, LUZVIMINDO, UNANO; AND 3 SISTERS VICTORINA MAPISCAY UBALDO, LUCRESIA MAPISCAY MEJIA, LETICIA MAPISCAY.

SHE WAS SURVIVED BY HER HUSBAND, MARCELO CARAAN, DAUGHTER ERWINA CARAAN ALCOS, SON RONALDO CARAAN, SON IN LAW EDWIN ALCOS, DAUGHTER...

Oct 29, 2025

Joe Bryan Roye, formerly of O'Donnell, Texas, passed from this life at his residence in Shadow Hills Neighborhood, Lubbock, Texas on October 29th, 2025. He was born to Cecil Bryan Roye and Allie Jo (Schooler) Roye on January 14th, 1950. The family moved to Seagraves, Texas, where Joe started school. They returned to O'Donnell in the mid 60’s and Joe...

Oct 29, 2025

Danny Thomas, a quiet and kind soul, passed away on October 29, 2025, at the age of 66.

Born in Lubbock, Texas, on June 11, 1959, Danny lived a life marked by inner strength and perseverance. He was a man of quiet demeanor who cherished the connections he built with his roommates. To those who knew him, Danny was an enduring...

Oct 29, 2025

Daymon Gee Stotts, a beloved figure in the West Texas community, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, October 29, 2025, in Lubbock, at the age of 87. Born on August 3, 1938, in Greenville, Texas, Daymon's journey began in Lubbock where he attended Lubbock High School. At the young age of 16, he made the determined choice to leave school and...

Oct 27, 2025

Chuck Alen Rankin, 56, of Lubbock, went to be with his Lord and Savior early Monday morning, October 27, 2025. Chuck was born on February 4, 1969, in Lubbock, to the late Lester Glenn Rankin and Elisabeth (Ziegilin) Rankin.

He attended Lubbock public schools and graduated from Dunbar High School in 1987.

Chuck had the pleasure of meeting Melanie Fleming, the love...

Oct 27, 2025

Annette Louise Hallman was born on October 25, 1939, in the quaint town of Crosbyton, Texas. She left this world peacefully on October 27, 2025, in Lubbock, Texas, leaving behind a legacy of love, compassion, and dedication to her vocation.

Annette embarked on a fulfilling career as a Nurse, embodying a true spirit of healing and care. Her passion for nurturing...

Oct 26, 2025

Billy Dan Freeman, 92, of Lubbock, passed away on Sunday evening, October 26, 2025. He was born on April 5, 1933, in DeLeon, Comanche County, Texas, to the late James Oscar Freeman and Ozella (McKinnon) Freeman.

He attended Dublin High School and graduated with his senior class of 1951.

He met Bonnie Baker, the love of his life, and they were united...

Oct 24, 2025

Carder Doss Pool, a beloved husband, son, and brother, passed away on Friday, October 24, 2025, in Lubbock at the age of 22. He was born on December 10, 2002, in Jourdanton, Texas. Growing up in Andrews, Carder was a four-year varsity letterman in golf and voted Mr. AHS. A proud alumnus of Texas Tech University, Carder graduated with a...

Oct 23, 2025

Blane Gass, born July 9, 1957, in Lubbock, Texas, to Joyle Edward Gass and Jimmie Dean Fultz, passed away on October 23, 2025.

Blane loved a life defined by purpose, hard work, and devotion to those he loved. He found great joy in traveling with his brother, Lanny, and together they built more than just buildings, they built hospitals, schools, and...

Oct 22, 2025

Nancy Louise Larson, 81, of Aurora, Illinois, passed away peacefully on October 22, 2025, in Lubbock, Texas, surrounded by the love of her family.

Born on February 6, 1944, Nancy lived a life defined by quiet strength, steady faith, and unconditional love and dedication to her family. She spent many years working as an Administrative Assistant at TTUHSC, where her attention...