Obituaries
Eula Frances Taylor
Jan 12, 2025
Eula Frances Taylor, born on August 23, 1937, in DeKalb, Texas, passed away on January 12, 2025, in Lubbock, Texas. Frances was a beloved mother, grandmother, and sister, known for her unwavering dedication to her family and her strong sense of community.
In 1955, she married James Taylor of Bryant in New Mexico, and together they built a life filled with...
Wayne Pickett
Jan 11, 2025
Wayne Pickett, 81, of Lubbock, went to be with his Lord and Savior on Saturday morning, January 11, 2025, surrounded by his loving family. Wayne was born on April 28, 1943, in Gilmer, Upsher County, Texas to the late Earl Pickett and Estelle (McKinley) Pickett.
He met Ruth Blake, the love of his life, and they were married on June 3,...
Mike Gilbert
Jan 10, 2025
Michael “Mike” Earl Gilbert, 51, of Lubbock passed away on Friday, January 10, 2025. He was born on November 3, 1973, in Lubbock and attended Roosevelt High School. After high school he joined the United States Navy where he served for four years. Mike was a talented welder and builder. He enjoyed country music, dancing and cooking.
Those left to cherish...
Thomas Clark Carter
Jan 10, 2025
Thomas Clark Carter, 84, passed away January 10, 2025 in Lubbock, Texas. He was born in Winslow, Arizona on June 23, 1940. Tom married Shirley Blair Garnett and they spent fifty-six wonderful years at each other’s side, delighting in their shared love of horses.
Tom was a highly decorated United States Marine, honored with a Silver Star, Bronze Star, Legion of...
Danny Gonzales
Jan 9, 2025
Danny Dave Gonzales, 59, of Lubbock ran into the arms of Jesus on Thursday, January 9, 2025, leaving behind a legacy of selfless service and profound kindness.
Born in Denton, Texas on September 14, 1965, Danny was the embodiment of humble generosity. As owner of Danny Gonzales-Farmers Insurance Agency, Agency Director at Liberty National, Operations Manager at Burlington, and everywhere else...
Roger Gomez
Jan 9, 2025
Roger Gomez was born on March 7, 1930, in Canovanas, Puerto Rico and passed away at the age of 94 in Lubbock on January 9, 2025.
Roger’s life was an example of the American dream. He spent his childhood in Puerto Rico until moving to Chicago at the age of 22, where, across the conveyor belt at Farley’s Candy Company, he...
Blake Wood
Jan 8, 2025
Neil Blakely Wood, known as Blake, went home to be with his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on January 8, 2025, surrounded by his family. Born on September 29, 1958, in Littlefield, Texas, he was the son of the late Neil Murrie Wood and Jackie (Farr) Wood.
A proud West Texas native, Blake grew up in Littlefield, where he graduated from...
Donald Richard Jeter
Jan 7, 2025
Donald Richard Jeter, born February 14th, 1943, to the late Claud and Hattie Jeter of Lamesa, Texas, peacefully passed away in his home on January 7, 2025, surrounded by his loving family.
Richard was a loving husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather who enjoyed telling stories to entertain all the kids. He enjoyed his 40 years with TxDot doing design work. He...
Brent Murphy
Jan 5, 2025
Brent Roeder Murphy of Ira passed away on Sunday, January 5, 2025, at the age of 89. He was born September 15, 1935, in Snyder to Ed and Freida (Von Roeder) Murphy. On October 11, 1960, he married Sarah Patricia (Pat) Merriott. Other than three months when first married and the final three years of his life on earth, he...
Nicole Schuknecht
Jan 3, 2025
Andrea Nicole Schuknecht of Lubbock passed away on Friday, January 3, 2025, at the age of 40. She was born February 2, 1984, in Lubbock to Andy and Debbie Holt. From an early age, Nicole was a fierce competitor. She excelled in soccer and volleyball, playing on various AAU teams over the years. As a teenager Nicole became a Pittsburgh...
Michael Cedillo, Sr.
Jan 2, 2025
Michael Cedillo, Sr. (45), passed away January 2, 2025, in Lubbock, TX. He was born on July 4, 1979, to Jose and Isela (Vasquez) Cedillo, in El Paso, TX. Michael graduated from Portales High School in 1997. He worked for the Spade Co-Op Gin. Michael was a Catholic at heart and attended Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Littlefield.
Michael loved cooking out,...
William Leon Bloom
Jan 2, 2025
William "Leon" Bloom departed from this life on January 2, 2025 to be with Jesus and his one true love.
Leon was born on January 19, 1933, to Bill and Ester Bloom in Round Rock, Texas. He attended school at Stoney Point and Round Rock and graduated from Round Rock High in 1950. His early years were spent working with the...
Tommie Sue McBrayer
Jan 2, 2025
Tommie Sue McBrayer, 83, of Lubbock, went to be with her Lord and Savior on Thursday, January 2, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. Tommie was born on July 1, 1941, in Acmar, St. Clair County, Alabama, to the late Thomas A. Smith and Sara Sue (Lily) Smith.
She was raised and received her primary education in the St. Clair County,...
Dale Brunton
Dec 28, 2024
William Dale Brunton of Lubbock passed away on Saturday, December 28, 2024 at the age of 66. He was born February 24, 1958, in Bakersfield, California to the late Glen Dale and Dorothy Elizabeth (Blackwell) Brunton. The family moved to Oklahoma as Dale was starting high school. It was then he was able to establish his roots as a member...
Valencia Rose Barnes
Dec 27, 2024
Valencia Rose Barnes, our beloved Rose, passed away on December 27, 2024, at 12:09 PM after a brief but courageous battle with cancer. From diagnosis to her passing, only 36 days had elapsed, leaving her family and friends heartbroken and her absence deeply felt.
Rose was a vibrant and loving soul who cherished every moment of her life. She found immense...
Dennis Leigh Williams
Dec 27, 2024
Dennis Leigh Williams was 60 years old when he passed away on December 27, 2024.
Dennis was born on April 8, 1964, in Lubbock, Texas, to his parents Robert and Gloria Williams. He graduated from Tahoka High School.
Dennis was very smart and enjoyed many things. He loved watching television, especially football games, with a special fondness for the Dallas Cowboys. Playing...
Bill Ray Ivins
Dec 26, 2024
Bill Ray Ivins of Lubbock passed away on Thursday, December 26, 2024, at the age of 90. He was born August 12, 1934, in Montague County, Texas to Charley and Jewel Ivins. Bill married Ruth McIntyre on September 7, 1954, in Bowie, Texas. She passed away on February 10, 1995. Several months later, Bill married Elda Prentice in Olton and...
Larry Mankin
Dec 25, 2024
Larry Mankin, 77, of Lubbock, and loving husband of Wanda, went to be with his Lord and Savior on Christmas Day, December 25, 2024. Larry was born in Bonham, Fannin County, Texas on June 24, 1947, to the late J. W. Mankin and Wilma Jean (Daniels) Mankin.
Larry attended Lubbock High School and graduated with the senior class of 1966. He...
Maguire Joseph Vogel
Dec 23, 2024
Maguire Joseph Vogel, a beacon of joy and laughter, left this world on December 23, 2024, in Lubbock, Texas, at the young age of 22. He was born on February 6, 2002, in Plano, Texas to Ty Vogel and Melinda Herrera Vogel.
A man with dreams as expansive as the Texas sky, Maguire was currently navigating his journey as a Nursing...
Terry "Spanky" Hadaway
Dec 23, 2024
Terry “Spanky” Hadaway of Lubbock passed away surrounded by family and friends on Monday, December 23, 2024, at the age of 54. He was born June 19, 1970, in Alexandria, Virginia to Grady and Patricia (German) Hadaway. As a 16-year-old teen, Terry began working at Pizza Hut and worked his way up to being a manager within the company. He...
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