Obituaries
Michael Dunlap
Oct 18, 2025
Michael Dean Dunlap of Lubbock 68.
Michael was born to William Dean Dunlap and Frances Holmes Dunlap. Michael loved to go fishing, spend time at the lake and enjoyed being outdoors as well as watching the Dallas Cowboys play. There was nothing in this world that Michael loved more than his family.
Michael's entire existence was built around his family. Michael was...
Claudia Sue Talley
Oct 17, 2025
Claudia Sue Talley, a devoted mother, sister, grandmother, and great-grandmother whose life was always set to music, passed away peacefully on October 17, 2025, at the age of 78.
Born on February 23, 1947, in Siloam Springs, Arkansas, to Ruth Carolyn Treadwell and Robert Phil Crenshaw, Claudia carried a melody in her heart from her earliest days. She graduated from Monterey...
Jo Anne Corbet
Oct 17, 2025
Jo Anne Corbet loved life – especially animals, sports, lakes, cousins, and friends.
Her life will be celebrated at Combest Family Funeral Home’s Memorial Chapel in Lubbock on Friday, October 24, 2025, with visitation from 1 to 2 PM. Services will follow at 2 PM. Burial will be in the Tahoka Cemetery following services under the personal care and direction of...
Kevin Williams
Oct 17, 2025
Kevin Williams, a beloved man, passed away on October 17, 2025, in Houston, Texas, at the age of 69. Born in San Antonio, Texas, Kevin was a dedicated brother, father, and grandfather, and an avid supporter of Texas Tech Athletics, as well as a passionate history enthusiast.
Kevin earned a Juris Prudence degree in law, showcasing his commitment to education and...
Rhea Scott
Oct 16, 2025
Rhea Scott, a beloved wife and mother, passed away on Thursday, October 16, 2025, at the age of 73, surrounded by her family. She was born on July 10, 1952, in Spur, Texas, where she grew up and graduated from Spur High School.
In 1980, Rhea married Clarence Scott, and together they built a life of love and partnership while owning...
Jill Walker Climer
Oct 15, 2025
Jill Walker Climer, age 84, of Tahoka, TX passed away peacefully in her home. Jill was born on May 22, 1941 in Lubbock, Texas. She worked in the banking industry for over 40 years. She retired in July 2013 from Walker Resources in Oklahoma City, OK and moved back to Tahoka where she was raised, and worked at Happy Bank.
Jill...
Cody William DuBois
Oct 15, 2025
Cody William DuBois, born on September 29, 1989, in Lubbock, Texas, passed away on October 15, 2025. He was a vibrant man known for his passion for music, speaking, and the ability to tell the greatest stories.
Cody's love for playing the guitar and singing was only matched by his enthusiasm for being on stage. He had a natural ability to...
Glen Burleson Brewer
Oct 14, 2025
Glen Burleson Brewer, 92, of Lubbock and former longtime resident of O’Donnell, went to be with his Lord and Savior on Tuesday, October 14, 2025, surrounded by his loving family. Burley was born on March 9, 1933, in Lubbock, Texas, to the late Henry Burleson Brewer and Elsie Lee (Blessing) Brewer.
He attended O’Donnell schools and graduated with his senior class....
Noemi Brito
Oct 14, 2025
Noemi Brito, of Lubbock, Texas, passed away surrounded by the love of her family and the faith that guided her life. She was born in Alice, TX, to Santana and Francisca Gonzales.
Noemi was a woman of many talents, gifted with a beautiful voice and the ability to play multiple instruments. Her love for music was a reflection of her joyful...
Tonya Ann Wagnon
Oct 12, 2025
Tonya Ann Wagnon, born on October 6, 1976, in Odessa, Texas, to Mitchell Wagnon and Katherian Wagnon, passed away surrounded by love and memories that will forever be cherished.
Tonya was known for her radiant smile, contagious laughter, and her signature pose, always with her tongue sticking out in pictures. Her playful spirit and sense of humor could light up any...
Virgil Rogers Cross, Jr
Oct 10, 2025
Virgil Rogers Cross, Jr. (88), passed away October 10, 2025, in Lubbock, TX. He was born March 3, 1937, to Virgil Sr. and Eva Ermon (Slayton) Cross, in Whitesboro, TX. Virgil graduated from Hobbs High School, in 1956, and furthered his education at Western New Mexico State University, on a football scholar ship. As fate would have it, after 2...
Mozelle Bice
Oct 9, 2025
Mozelle Bice, 98, of Lubbock, went to be with her Lord and Savior on Thursday, October 9, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. Mozelle was born on May 11, 1927, on the Martin Ranch in Floyd County, to the late Ira Stonewall Linch and Irene (Blue) Linch.
Mozelle attended school in Floydada and graduated from Floydada High School in 1945.
She met...
Donna Gail Tidwell
Oct 7, 2025
Born on April 22, 1945, in Beaumont, Texas, Donna was the daughter of the late Irene Margaret Caywood and Nelson Robert Davis. She graduated from Nederland High School in 1963 and pursued her passion for education, earning a Bachelor of Science in Education from Texas A&I University (now Texas A&M University-Kingsville).
Donna dedicated several years to teaching Home Economics at various...
Benita B. DeLeon "Beni"
Oct 7, 2025
Born on April 3, 1940, in Castroville, Texas, to Esteban and Juanita Benitez, Benita transitioned to her eternal home peacefully, surrounded by the love of her family and the comfort of cherished memories.
Benita’s life was defined by kindness, devotion, and a spirit that touched everyone she met. She was a woman of laughter and loyalty, whose presence could brighten even...
Theresa Davis
Oct 5, 2025
Theresa Davis was born April 6, 1958 in Montebello California and passed into eternal life on October 5, 2025 at her home in Lubbock Texas, surrounded by her loving family at the age of 67. Theresa was the daughter of Johannes and Margaretha Boogaard who emigrated from Holland. She was the first one of their children to be born in...
Carolyn Sue Rush
Oct 5, 2025
Carolyn Sue “Carol” Rush, 78, of Lubbock, Texas, passed away peacefully on October 5, 2025. She was born on March 4, 1947, in Menard, Texas, to Thora Glenn (Blankenship) Stevens and Narres Elder Evan Stevens. For 56 years, Carol devoted her life and her hands to the beauty profession.
Early in her career, she found a way to bring light and...
Ewell Truett
Oct 4, 2025
The Life and Legacy of
Dean Truett
January 9, 1935 – October 4, 2025
Ewell Dean Truett—known to most simply as Dean or Hermano Dean—was born in the small farming town of Becton, Texas, to Ewell and Katie Truett on January 9, 1935. The youngest of eight children, with three brothers and four sisters, he grew up in the cotton fields of West...
Raymond Gutierrez
Oct 3, 2025
Raymond Gutierrez of Lubbock passed away on Friday, October 3, 2025, at the age of 48. Raymond was born on November 16, 1976, in Brownfield, Texas, to Juan and Petitra (Zapata) Gutierrez, Sr. He spent his life as a devoted Son, Grandpa, brother and uncle, and his work as a Semi-Truck part distributor, retiring in 2021 after many years of...
Jeanne Frances Johnson
Oct 2, 2025
Jeanne Frances Johnson, a loving aunt, sister, and dedicated professional, peacefully passed away on October 2, 2025.
She was born on October 16, 1946, in Weslaco, Texas, to Irene Lucas and Andrew Frederick Buchanan.
Jeanne earned her bachelor's degree from Texas Tech University and dedicated many years of her career as the Finance Director for the City of Snyder.
Known for her kindness...
Robert Pitt Lee
Sep 28, 2025
Robert Pitt Lee, 75, of Lubbock, passed away on Sunday, September 28, 2025. He was born on October 3, 1949, in Lubbock, Texas to the late Clyce Edward Lee and Lucille (Harmon) Lee.
He attended Lubbock High School and graduated with his senior class.
He met the love of his life, Angelia Payton, and they were married on December 24, 1993.
Robert liked...




