Obituaries
Lewis "Smokey" Martin
Apr 27, 2025
Lewis Delton “Smokey” Martin, 83, of Lubbock, was born on July 27, 1941, in Matador, to the late Joy Lee and Anna Belle (Hagle) Martin. He went home to be with his Lord on April 27, 2025.
Smokey met the love of his life, Virginia Nichols, and they were married on August 23, 1962, in Lubbock.
He has owned and operated S...
Billy Francis Mitchell
Apr 27, 2025
Billy F. Mitchell of Lubbock went to be with his Lord and Savior on Sunday April 27, 2025, surrounded by his loving family. Billy was born on November 22, 1936, in Lubbock, Texas, to the late P.C. and Mary (Jenkins) Mitchell.
He grew up on the family farm and attended Frenship schools in Wolfforth graduating with the senior class of 1955....
Odilia Sastre
Apr 26, 2025
Odilia Sastre, affectionately known to all as Odie, peacefully left this world surrounded by her loving family in the early hours of April 26, 2025, in Tahoka, Texas. Her presence will be deeply missed, but her spirit will forever be cherished in the hearts of those who knew her.
Born on March 19, 1967, to Augustine Rosas Sastre and Felipa Molina...
Marilyn (Lyn) Grace Shuler
Apr 26, 2025
Marilyn (Lyn) Grace Shuler passed away April 26, 2025, in Lubbock, TX. She was born April 14, 1944, to Leland A. and Grace Elanor (Harness) Shuler, in Perryton, TX. Lyn graduated from Farmington High School, New Mexico, in 1962.
She continued her education at Avila University, Missouri, earning her master’s degree as a Licensed Master’s Level Social Worker in 1988. Lyn...
Donna Ann Motes
Apr 26, 2025
Donna Ann Motes, 77, of Roswell, New Mexico, passed away peacefully on April 26, 2025. Born on March 16, 1948, in Roswell, she remained a lifelong resident of the community she cherished so deeply.
A dedicated banker of over 32 years by profession, Donna was best known for her unwavering devotion to her family and her generous, compassionate spirit. Her family...
R.L. Tyler
Apr 26, 2025
Sgt. R.L. Tyler (1920 – 1942) has finally come home. He was the third of five children born to Clinton and Edna Tyler (now all deceased). Ten years after the oldest child died in infancy, the family moved to West Texas from the Ft. Worth area, and lived on various farms around O’Donnell and Tahoka. R.L. is survived by children...
Lee Roy Rivers
Apr 24, 2025
On April 24, 2025, Lee Roy Rivers, a faithful servant of God, loving husband, devoted father, and beloved grandfather, peacefully went home to be with the Lord.
Born August 17, 1928, to Rufus and Lillie Rivers, Lee Roy was the eldest of six siblings and lived a life marked by humility, integrity, and an unwavering commitment to his Christian faith. A...
John Davis
Apr 21, 2025
It is with deep sadness that we share the unexpected loss of John Davis of Lubbock, TX. John passed from this earth on Monday, April 21, 2025.
Memorial Service and time are currently Pending.
David Marcus Davidson
Apr 21, 2025
David Marcus Davidson was born October 19, 1968, in Memphis, Texas to Danny and Linda (Saye) Davidson. He graduated from Memphis High School in 1987 and held two associate degrees from Clarendon College (which he counted as his one bachelor degree). He passed suddenly from this life to be with Jesus on April 21, 2025, in Lubbock, Texas.
David married Lori...
Andrew Jay "Drew" Perez
Apr 21, 2025
It is with deep sadness that we share the unexpected loss of our loved one, Andrew Jay “Drew” Perez, age 21, of Lubbock. Drew passed from this earth on Monday, April 21, 2025, way before his time.
Andrew was born on June 6, 2003, in Snyder, Texas to Crystal Garza and Raymond Perez. He was raised in Lubbock, by his grandmother,...
Billie White Everett
2025
Billie White Everett, 93, of Lubbock and formerly of Tahoka, passed away on Monday morning, April 21, 2025.
Billie Frances Reed was born in Dermott, Texas, to the late Clint and Bernice Reed. She was the third of 6 daughters born to this couple. In her early years she studied dance in Snyder, Texas and she and her two older sisters...
Ronny Byers
Apr 20, 2025
Ronald Eugene Byers, known to everyone as Ronny, passed away on Easter Sunday, April 20, 2025.
Ronny was born in Slaton on May 30, 1937 to William Odell Byers and Clara Estelle Glasscock Byers. He attended various schools in West Texas, graduating from Roosevelt High School in 1955. He was a devoted husband to Beverly Kay Knowles whom he married on...
Michael Scott Chamales, M. D.
Apr 19, 2025
Michael Scott Chamales was born April 5th, 1970, in Galveston, Texas. He passed on April 19, 2025, after a long battle with cancer. He was the first child and only son of Michael H. Chamales and Linda L. Chamales. He spent the first few years of his life there, before moving with his family to Oregon at age 5. He...
Carolina Rodriguez Esqueda
Apr 16, 2025
Carolina Rodriguez Esqueda, a beloved soul, departed this life on April 16, 2025, leaving behind a legacy enriched with love and faith.
Born on July 11, 1960, in Lubbock, Texas, to Pedro and Natividad Rodriguez Esqueda, Carolina embraced life with a generous spirit and a passion for serving others.
After graduating from Lubbock High School, she dedicated herself to her role as...
Teresa Buritica
Apr 15, 2025
Teresa Buritica was born on June 17, 1962, in Colombia to the late Leopoldo Buritica and Teresa Vera Murillo. During her time in Colombia, she found her calling in law and order where she received a full ride scholarship. She showed her determination and will by receiving her Juris Doctor while caring for two children. She eventually concentrated on criminal...
Jimmie Carol Griffin
Apr 15, 2025
Jimmie Carol Griffin, 55, passed away peacefully on April 15, 2025. Born on February 20, 1970, Jimmie lived a life full of love, creativity, and kindness that touched everyone around her.
She is preceded in death by her father, Jimmy Carroll Bagley; her maternal grandparents, Doris and Richard Thornton; and her paternal grandparents, Avis Anderson and Travis Bagley.
Jimmie leaves behind a...
Jerry Garland Bailey
Apr 15, 2025
Jerry Garland Bailey passed away on April 15, 2025, in Lubbock, TX. He was born January 28, 1946, to Joseph Weldon and Laurine (Brownfield) Bailey, in Lubbock, TX. He graduated from Lubbock High School and continued his education at Texas Tech University.
Before graduating from Texas Tech University, he entered the United States Army, proudly serving his country in active duty...
Johnny Evans
Apr 15, 2025
Jonathan “Johnny” Evans of Lubbock passed away on Tuesday, April 15, 2025, at the age of 84. He was born July 5, 1940, in Jennings, Louisiana to Edward and Cyrilla (Brugxe) Evans. After high school Johnny joined the United States Air Force where he served from 1958 to 1962. After honorable discharge, he made his home in Lubbock where he...
Danny Terrell Carmichael
Apr 14, 2025
With deep sorrow, yet with faith in the promise of eternal life, we announce the passing of Dr. Danny Terrell Carmichael, a devoted husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, Army veteran, and esteemed research farmer. He departed this life peacefully, surrounded by his loving family, on April 14, 2025.
Danny was born to William Harris Carmichael and Mary Lois (White) Carmichael on December...
Terry Christopher Smith
Apr 14, 2025
In Loving Memory of Terry Christopher Smith May 30, 1969–April 14, 2025
On Monday, April 14, 2025, Terry Christopher Smith, age 55, died peacefully at home in Lubbock, Texas, after a fierce two-year battle with pancreatic cancer. He passed with a small smile on his lips and his wife’s hand in his own—exactly as he would have wanted: deeply loved, well-held,...
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