Obituaries

Joyce Evelyn Joyner

Joyce Evelyn Joyner

Dec 7, 2024

Joyce Evelyn Joyner, 91, of Lubbock, was gently lifted into heaven on Friday evening, December 7, 2024, to be with her Lord and Savior. Joyce was born on May 6, 1933, to the late Ira Ray and Ruby (Smith) Ray.

She attended Brownwood High School, graduating with the senior class of 1950. She went on to further her education by attending...

Carroll Gene Snodgrass

Carroll Gene Snodgrass

Dec 7, 2024

Carroll Gene Snodgrass, 94, of Lubbock, was gently lifted into heaven on Saturday morning, December 7, 2024, surrounded by family. Gene was born on March 1, 1930, in Roby, Fisher County, Texas, to the late Samuel Snodgrass and Effie (White) Snodgrass. Soon after he was born, the family moved to Wilson, where he was raised. In his senior year in...

Bryan Smitherman

Bryan Smitherman

Dec 6, 2024

Dr. Tony Bryan Smitherman was born September 16, 1965, in McLean, Texas to Tony and Monta Jean Smitherman. He joined his family in heaven December 6, 2024, after a brief hospitalization.

Bryan attended school in McLean where he was active in sports, 4-H, and FFA. He was a member of the McLean Methodist Church where he played piano and organ and...

Patricia Ann Lacewell

Patricia Ann Lacewell

Dec 5, 2024

Patricia Ann Lacewell, 84, passed away December 5, 2024, in Lubbock, TX. She was born July 20, 1940, to Loren Herman Sr. and Betty Jo (Harscher) Rosson, in Cushing, OK. Patricia Graduated from Clovis High School and continued her education at West Texas State University, earning her Bachelor's degree; she then completed her education at East Texas State University, earning...

Billie Jo Shuttlesworth

Billie Jo Shuttlesworth

Dec 5, 2024

Billie Jo Shuttlesworth, 92, of Lubbock, went to be with her Lord and Savior on Thursday, December 5, 2024, surrounded by her loving family. Billie was born on May 15, 1932, in Rossville, Walker County, Georgia to the late Ernest Lee Adair, Sr. and Ulilla Ione (Howard) Adair.

She attended Rossville High School in Georgia and graduated in 1950. Soon after...

LaMoine Harrison

LaMoine Harrison

Dec 5, 2024

Violet LaMoine Harrison of Lubbock passed away on Thursday, December 5, 2024, at the age of 82. She was born in Stamford, TX on December 27, 1941 to C.E. and Violet Rappe. She married Curtis Harrison on July 12, 1957 at the age of 15 in a sunrise wedding in Lubbock. 

LaMoine was the perfect partner for Curtis as they heard...

Leon Sellers

Leon Sellers

Dec 2, 2024

Leon Sellers, beloved son, brother, husband, father, and grandfather, passed away December 2, 2024, in Wolfforth, Texas. He was born July 5, 1952, to Ernest and Darlene Sellers.

Leon married his loving wife Mary Sellers in 1974 and together they raised two children, Amy and Tye. Leon and Mary were also blessed with 3 grandchildren, Zachary and Zoe Pyle, and Milo...

Maurice Jackson

Maurice Jackson

Dec 2, 2024

Maurice Jackson (known as Reece to those closest to him) was born March 8, 1938, in Tahoka, Texas to Lawrence and Nora Jackson. Maurice trusted Jesus as his Savior and was baptized as a child. On Monday, December 2, 2024, at the age 86, Maurice met his Lord, Savior, and Redeemer at the gates of Heaven, and was reunited with...

Zechariah Cane Gonzales

Zechariah Cane Gonzales

Dec 1, 2024

Zechariah Cane Gonzales of Lubbock, passed away on Sunday, December 1, 2024, at the age of 21. He was born July 30, 2003, in Lubbock to John and Marisela (Hinojos) Gonzales. Zechariah has always been a very competitive individual, excelling in both basketball and football. After graduating from Lorenzo high school in 2021, he attended Wayland Baptist University to continue...

Joraine Killian

Joraine Killian

Nov 30, 2024

After a long and fulfilling life, Joraine Killian, who was born on March 15, 1933, passed away peacefully at home on November 30, 2024, in the presence of family members.

Joraine, who was known as Jo to her friends and JoJo to her grandchildren and great grandchildren, was born in the small Texas panhandle town of Perico. She was the youngest...

Myrna Parsley

Myrna Parsley

Nov 30, 2024

Myrna Jean Bostic Parsley passed away in Matador, Texas on November 30, 2024. Myrna was born on May 6, 1942, in Spur, Texas, to Neva and R.G. Bostic. Myrna graduated from Spur High School, class of 1960. As a child and young woman, she studied both piano and voice. She was an accomplished pianist, playing from memory even in the...

Maudane Allen

Maudane Allen

Nov 29, 2024

Maudane Linch Allen was born on November 8, 1937, to William and Vesta (Hare) Linch in Iredell, Texas. She peacefully departed this life on November 29, 2024, in Lubbock, Texas.

A proud graduate of Iredell High School, Class of 1956, Maudane embraced life with passion and purpose. On December 1, 1958, she married the love of her life, Milton Allen, in...

Melody L. Martin

Melody L. Martin

Nov 27, 2024

Melody L. Martin, 69, passed away unexpectedly at her home on Wednesday, November 27, 2024. She came into this world, on September 1, 1955, born to Claude V. Bennett and Juanita L. (Wardle) Bennett, in Little Rock, AR. She was married to the love of her life, Jimmy Martin, on May 5, 1974.

Melody was a daughter, a sister, a wife,...

Marcie Cochran

Marcie Cochran

Nov 25, 2024

Marvalane “Marcie” Reasoner Cochran, 75, passed away at her residence on Monday, November 25, 2024. A memorial service will be held on Friday, December 6, 2024 at 4:00 p.m. at Combest Family Memorial Chapel in Lubbock.  

Marcie was born in Lubbock, Lubbock County, Texas and was the third daughter of Bates and Dortha Reasoner. Her childhood was spent on the...

Georgia Lee Steward

Georgia Lee Steward

Nov 25, 2024

Georgia Lee Steward, 85, of Lubbock, was called to be with her Lord and Savior on Monday morning, November 25, 2024. Georgia was born on August 18, 1939, in Ft. Worth, Tarrant County, Texas, to the late George Washington Davis and Nola Aline (Holcomb) Davis.  

Georgia met the love of her life, Bob Steward, in 1966, and they were married...

James Marion Hill

James Marion Hill

Nov 25, 2024

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of James Marion Hill, a devoted husband, loving father, and esteemed educator. Born on July 12, 1940, in the small town of Coodys Bluff, Oklahoma, James dedicated his life to shaping young minds and fostering a love for learning.

With a master’s degree in education, James served as an elementary school...

Eva Smith

Eva Smith

Nov 24, 2024

Eva Nell Smith of Lubbock passed away on Sunday, November 24, 2024, at the age of 90. She was born August 12, 1934, in Dalton, Georgia to the late Walter and Eva Brock. Eva worked as a registered nurse at St. Mary’s Hospital Mental Health Wing for many years, retiring in 1995. She enjoyed bowling and golfing. Eva will be...

Lucia M. Rios

Lucia M. Rios

Nov 23, 2024

Lucia Rios, a beloved mother, grandmother, and friend, departed this world on November 23, 2024. Born on October 1, 1946, in San Antonio, Texas, to Manuel Montalvo and Eloisa Rendon, Lucia dedicated her life to her family and her community.

 Lucia's journey in education completed its chapter with a GED after finishing the eighth grade, reflecting her determination and commitment to...

Luisa Cervantez Trevino

Luisa Cervantez Trevino

Nov 23, 2024

Luisa Cervantez Trevino passed away November 23, 2024, in Lubbock, TX. She was born November 25, 1954, to Reyes and Aurora (Esparza) Cervantez, in Corpus Christi, TX. She graduated from Tahoka High School in 1973. Luisa married Gilbert Trevino, February 16, 1974. To this union, they were blessed with 3 daughters, Brandy, Bridgett, and Cindy.

Luisa worked Pedro’s Tamales for 29...

Paul Scott

Paul Scott

Nov 22, 2024

Paul Richard Scott, 76, of Lubbock, passed away on Friday, November 22, 2024. He was born on September 8, 1948, in Minot, North Dakota, to Cyril and Carol (Light) Scott. The family moved several times during Paul’s early years, finally settling in Helena, Montana, when Paul was 10. 

Tragedy struck when Paul’s mother passed away when he was just 14 years...