Obituaries
Steven D. Hemmeline
May 17, 2025
Steven Dan Hemmeline passed away on Saturday, May 17, 2025, at Covenant Hospital in Lubbock. He was met at Heaven’s Gate by his son, Josh, and they exchanged big, long hugs and several silly jokes.
Steve is survived by his beloved wife, Beni; his sister, Linda; his daughter, Michelle; his daughter-in-law, Rose, and ten grandchildren: Vanessa, Stephanie, Ben, Bailie, Emma, Georgia,...
Melba "Mam" Childress
May 17, 2025
Melba “Mam” Childress was a devout Christian woman who could often be found running the library or vacation bible school at First Baptist Church in O’Donnell, TX. Her love for Jesus was the only thing that preceded her love for her family, who were by her side when she passed on May 17, 2025.
Melba was born to Oscar and Mildred...
John J. Villalobos
May 15, 2025
John Joseph Villalobos, age 38 of Lubbock, TX departed on Thursday May 15, 2025. He was born on October 26, 1986, in Norfolk, VA to Susan Villalobos.
After graduating from Amon Carter Riverside High School, he enlisted in the United States Marine Corps Reserve in 2005. John served 19 valiant years; he was just shy of hitting his remarkable 20-year retirement....
Joy Sue Bailey
May 15, 2025
Joy Sue Bailey, born on December 2, 1951, in Andrews, Texas, peacefully passed away on May 15, 2025, surrounded by her loved ones. A proud graduate of Canton High School, Class of 1970, Joy married her beloved husband, Ronnie Bailey, in 1971.
Joy dedicated her life to teaching music at Sundown Elementary, where she shared her passion for music with countless...
Jerry Hendrick
May 15, 2025
Jerry Hendrick, a loving husband, father, and dedicated public servant, passed away peacefully at his home in Lubbock, Texas, on May 15, 2025, at the age of 68. Born on June 29, 1956, in Littlefield, Texas, Jerry's journey through life was marked by his commitment to family, his community, and his many talents.
An alumnus of Monterey High School, Class of...
Donna Blackwood
May 14, 2025
Donna Mae Timmer Blackwood was born to Frank and Helena (Leinen) Timmer on July 11, 1930 in Pipestone, MN. Her early years were spent in Woodstock, MN. Upon graduating from Pipestone High School she graduated from Abbott Hospital School of Nursing, Minneapolis, MN.
In 1953 she moved to Galveston, TX to begin her nursing career. It is also where she met...
Katie Hesson
May 11, 2025
Katie Jo Hesson passed away on May 11, 2025, in Lubbock, Texas after a courageous battle with cancer. She was born on July 22, 1984, in Avon Township, Michigan to Ricky Lane Hesson and Gale Lee Marcus. Throughout her life she was able to receive her Bachelor’s degree and meet and marry the love of her life, Bryan Garza.
Katie was...
Linda Dalton
May 10, 2025
Linda Ruth (Higgins) Dalton of Lubbock passed away on Saturday, May 10, 2025, at the age of 81. She was born in 1943 in Pueblo, Colorado to the late Oris and Ruth Higgins. Linda grew up in Colorado and graduated from Walsh High School in the class of 1961. There were nineteen members of her class, and they remained a...
Paul Bean
May 8, 2025
Paul Walter Bean, Jr., beloved inventor, entrepreneur, husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family. He was born in San Angelo, Texas, on March 7, 1946, to the late Paul Walter Bean, Sr. and Alyce (Schuch) Bean. He passed from this world to meet his heavenly Savior on May 8, 2025.
Paul was a legend both...
Diane Myracle Hart
May 6, 2025
Eva Diane Hart, affectionately known as Diane, was born on August 13, 1954, in Leavenworth, Kansas. She departed this world on May 6, 2025, in Lubbock, Texas, leaving behind cherished memories that will forever warm our hearts.
Diane graduated from Leavenworth High School in 1972 and went on to attend Kansas State University, where she met the love of her life,...
Nancy Leigh Gummelt
May 6, 2025
Nancy Leigh Gummelt, 73, of Lubbock, passed away on Tuesday, May 6, 2025. She was born on December 7, 1951, in Lubbock, to the late Doryal Young and Vernell (Eubank) Young.
Nancy graduated from Lubbock High in 1969 and went on to receive her Bachelor’s Degree in Education at Texas Tech in 1973. She taught elementary school in Slaton for many...
Elizabeth Stovall
May 4, 2025
Elizabeth Ann Stovall, 84, of Lubbock, passed away on Sunday, May 4, 2025. Elizabeth was born on August 18, 1940, in Scottsbluff, NE to Ray and Violetta (Hildebrand) Worrell.
Elizabeth attended Torrington High School and graduated in 1958. She met Ronald Schwartzkopf, and they were married on August 3, 1957. Out of this union they were blessed with five children: Cindy,...
Jaime Todd
May 4, 2025
Jaime departed this life on Sunday, May 4, 2025. He was born on March 29, 1961, in Lubbock Texas, to Juan and Josie Todd. He was the eighth of ten children (eight brothers and two sisters). He was an avid animal lover and made many friends during his years working as a bartender. He loved serving and getting to know...
Manuel Alejandro Ramirez Leal
May 2, 2025
Compartimos esto con gran pesar. Para aquellos que conocieron y amaron a Manuel Ramírez (Manny), habrá un velorio mañana, domingo a las 9 am en La Cineraria, ubicada en Av. Francisco Zarco 6608, Campesina Nueva, 31410 Chihuahua, Chih., México.
El lunes, celebraremos una misa en honor a Manny en la iglesia Nuestra Señora de Fátima, Avenida de los Pinos 8610, Margarita...
Richard Lee Dowling
May 2, 2025
Richard Dowling, 70, of Lubbock, was born on November 5, 1954, to Richard and Loraine Dowling in Fort Belvoir, Virginia. He went to be with the Lord on Friday, May 2, 2025, surrounded by people who loved him most.
Richard grew up with three brothers: Tom, Kenneth, and Ronald. Richard attended James Madison High School, where he was part of the...
Lisa Marie Boren
May 1, 2025
Lisa Boren
Lisa Marie Boren of Lubbock passed away on Thursday, May 1, 2025, at the age of 67. She was born October 30, 1957, in Lubbock to T. O. and Minnie (Rolsten) Brown. Lisa grew up in Lubbock and became an entrepreneur at a young age. She married James David Fair, and they had their only daughter, Amber. Lisa was...
Judy Walker
May 1, 2025
Judy Wallker, 79, of Lubbock, went to be with her Lord and Savior on Thursday, May 1, 2025. Judy was born on May 15, 1945, in Abilene, Taylor County, Texas, to the late Samuel Arthur Bacon and Mary Ola (Smithson) Bacon.
Judy attended Abilene Christian School and graduated in 1963. She then studied Education and graduated with a bachelor’s degree in...
Emma Mendez Luna
Apr 30, 2025
Emma Mendez Luna, a devoted mother, grandmother, and cherished friend, passed away peacefully on April 30, 2025, in Lubbock, Texas, at the age of 92. Born on September 29, 1932, in the quaint town of La Pryor, Texas, Emma lived a life steeped in love and compassion, exemplifying kindness at every turn.
Throughout her career as a Certified Nurse Assistant, Emma...
Willie Badillo Benitez III
Apr 27, 2025
Willie Badillo Benitez III, aged 73, passed away on April 27, 2025. Born on March 23, 1952, in San Antonio, Texas, he was the son of Juanita and Willie Badillo Benitez II. Willie was a proud graduate of the Tahoka High School class of 1970, and he continued his education at Texas Tech University, where he earned his degree.
Willie's dedication...
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...
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