Obituaries

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, in Crookston, Polk County, MN, to the late Gordon Leslie Overland and Delma Joyce (Bearden) Overland.

He attended Beulah High School and graduated with his senior class of 1965. Following graduation from high school, he joined the United...

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...

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...

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,...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

Jan 11, 2026

Jan 8, 2026

Leota Jordan, a beloved figure to all who knew her, passed away on January 8, 2026, in Lubbock, Texas, at the age of 89. Born on September 28, 1936, in Desert, Texas, Leota led a life steeped in warmth, joy, and family. She made her mark as a diligent bookkeeper, where her precision and dedication were matched only by her...

Jan 6, 2026

Patricia B. Gruber, 80, of Lubbock, went to be with her Lord and Savior on Tuesday evening, January 6, 2026, in the comfort of her own home, in bed, surrounded by all the love and care of her family, and support of loved ones across the country, as well as all her dear friends here. Patricia was born on August...

Jan 6, 2026

Ron Fant, 79, of Lubbock passed away on Tuesday, January 6, 2026, at his home in Lubbock, surrounded by his beloved family. Born on October 29, 1946, in Texarkana, Texas, Ron's journey was marked by profound dedication, compassion, and a servant's heart. A graduate of the Sunset School of Preaching in 1975, Ron went on to attain both a Masters...

Jan 5, 2026

Lennis Omar Fareed, 69, of Lubbock, passed away on Monday evening, January 5, 2026, surrounded by his loving family.

No services are planned.

Jan 5, 2026

Rose Marie Baker Wright

September 27, 1929 – January 5, 2026

Rose was born in San Saba, Texas to John Lee and Pansy Margaret Moore Baker. During her younger years, her daddy would travel from orchid to orchid in the fall gathering pecans. A sweet memory that she had while at the orchids was that her momma would make small fires in...

Jan 3, 2026

Roy Chester Gee, 64, of Lubbock, went to be with his Lord and Savior on Saturday evening, January 3, 2025. Chester was born on March 24, 1961, in Tahoka, Lynn County, Texas, to the late Johnnie Gee, Jr. and Selida (Griffing) Gee.

Chester has been a long time resident of the Lubbock State Supported Living Center (LSSLC) since he was a...

Jan 3, 2026

Janie Torres, 76, of Lubbock, was lifted into Heaven to be with her Lord and Savior on Saturday evening, January 3, 2026. Janie was born in Cameron, Milam County, Texas, to the late Larry Reyna and Connie (Fino) Reyna.

Janie attended Lubbock schools and graduated from Lubbock High School with her senior class of 1970.

Janie led a rich and full life...

Jan 3, 2026

Chase Wayne Watson, 39, of Lubbock, passed away on Saturday, January 3, 2026. Chase was born on July 7, 1986, in Plainview, Hale County, Texas.

Chase attended Plainview High School, graduating in 2004. He furthered his education by attending Texas Tech University and obtaining his Bachelor’s degree in Accounting.

Those left to honor and cherish his memory include his wife Tammi, of...

Jan 2, 2026

Warren Joseph Donaldson, 80, of Lubbock, Texas, passed away on Friday, January 2, 2026.

Warren was born on October 16, 1945, in St. Joseph, Missouri, to Thomas L. Donaldson and Vera Virginia Donaldson (Russell). He proudly served his country as a Sargent in the United States Army during the Vietnam War, an experience that shaped his deep sense of duty and...

Jan 1, 2026

Aurora Perez Venegas (85) passed away January 1, 2026, in Lubbock, TX. She was born December 22, 1940, to Grafido and Paula (Francisco) Venegas, in Ojinaga, Mexico. Aurora married Juan Francesco Perez on September 1, 1961. To this union, they had 3 boys, Ricardo, Alfredo, and Lionel.

Aurora was preceded in death by her husband, Juan Francisco Perez, her parents, Grafido...