Obituaries

Edith Holder

Edith Holder

Sep 1, 2024

Edith Marie Holder, 88, passed away peacefully on September 1, 2024. A memorial service will be held on Monday, September 9, 2024, 11am at the First United Methodist Church in Vernon, TX with Pastor Tom Davis officiating. Edith was born in the country in Wichita County to RB and Loraine Carpenter. The family moved to Denver City, Tx where she...

Justice Delgado

Justice Delgado

Aug 31, 2024

Justice Joss Delgado of Lubbock, Tx passed away Saturday August 31st, 2024. He was born November 30th, 1992, in Lubbock, Tx to his parents Robert Delgado, Jr. and Julie Aguilar.  

Justice was a hands on loving father to his babies, always making sure they felt his love for them. He had an active and lively personality, a bright smile and...

David Kent May

David Kent May

Aug 29, 2024

David Kent May of Lubbock passed away after a fierce medical battle on Thursday, August 29, 2024, at the age of 68. He and his twin brother, Doug, were born January 24, 1956, in Houston to William Douglas and Marjorie Elaine (McMahon) May. At a young age the family moved to Sweetwater where he graduated High School and went on...

Francisca "Frances" Oballe

Francisca "Frances" Oballe

Aug 29, 2024

Francisca H. Oballe of Wolfforth passed away very peacefully and anointed on Thursday, August 29, 2024, at the age of 97. She was born on January 29, 1927, in Maxwell, Texas to Leonardo and Susana (Bautista) Hernandez. 

She and her husband loved to dance and were excellent dancers. She was a happy and joyful person who would sing, hum and whistle...

Janyce Branson

Janyce Branson

Aug 28, 2024

Janyce Carole Branson, 69, of Lubbock, TX, passed away on August 28, 2024. She was born on October 1, 1954, in Hobbs, NM, to John Caroll Brockman and Ramona J. Peacock. After attending Post High School, Janyce continued her education where she attained a medical coding and billing certification.

 Janyce worked until retirement at Texas Tech Health Sciences Center as Associate...

Juliana DeLeon

Juliana DeLeon

Aug 28, 2024

Juliana “Julia” DeLeon, of Lubbock, passed away on Wednesday, August 28, 2024, at the age of 95. She was born February 16, 1929, in Dilley, Texas to Pablo and Josefina (Macias) Hernandez. Julia worked for Texas Instruments and later for Texas Tech University before retiring in 1989. She was a devoted member of St. Joseph Catholic Church for more than...

Margaret Duncan

Margaret Duncan

Aug 25, 2024

Margaret Aline Duncan born on 11-11-1943, daughter of Alan and Mildred Hoefs of Pecos, Texas, better known as Nana for the last 42 years, slipped peacefully into repose from life on this side of the veil in the wee hours of the morning on August 25th, 2024 as the Psalms were read and prayers were said by those who loved...

Jose A. (Chepe) Diaz

Jose A. (Chepe) Diaz

Aug 25, 2024

Jose Andrade Diaz of Lubbock, better known as "Chepe" by his family and friends, passed away on Sunday, August 25, 2024, at the age of 72. He was born April 1, 1952, in Eddy, Texas to Daniel and Paula (Andrade) Diaz. Jose worked for Pyco Industries for many years. He was an avid Dallas Cowboys fan, loved Mexican music, enjoyed...

Shay Mousavi

Shay Mousavi

Aug 24, 2024

Shay Mousavi, born on January 21, 1976, in Lamesa, Texas, passed away on August 24 2024, in Lubbock, Texas. He leaves behind a legacy defined not only by his accomplishments but also by the profound love he held for his family and friends.  

At the age of 14, Shay accepted Jesus as his Lord and Savior and was very proud...

Lucia Muniz Del Toro

Lucia Muniz Del Toro

Aug 22, 2024

Lucia Muniz Del Toro, 58, of Dallas, TX, passed away on August 22, 2024. She was born on June 3, 1966, to Jose Villarreal Muniz and Matilde Bocanegra Torres in San Benito, TX. 

Lucia was a kindhearted, loveable woman. She loved any and every one she met. Lucia loved her two sons unconditionally. Her family meant everything to her, especially her...

Robert "Trey" Turner

Robert "Trey" Turner

Aug 22, 2024

Robert “Trey” Turner, 71, of Lubbock, passed away on Thursday, August 22, 2024, surrounded by his loving family. Trey, an only child, was born on January 23, 1953, in San Angelo, Tom Green County, Texas, to the late Robert Wedgewood Turner, II and Jo Ann (Williams) Turner.

He married the love of his life, Nancy Hall, and they were united in...

Catherine Helen Young

Catherine Helen Young

Aug 22, 2024

Catherine Helen Young passed away August 22, 2024, in Lubbock, TX. She was born August 22, 2024, to Joey and Candace Young in Lubbock, TX.

Jesus said, “let the little children come to me, and do not hinder them, for the kingdom of Heaven belongs to such as these.” Matthew 19:14.

Catherine was preceded in death by her maternal great-grandparents, Herman and...

Abelina (Abby) M Villarreal

Abelina (Abby) M Villarreal

Aug 20, 2024

Abelina (Abby) Villarreal passed away August 20, 2024, in Lubbock, TX. She was born November 10, 1953, to Thomas, Sr. and Ramona (Chavarria) Martinez, in Vernon, TX. Abby married Relles Villarreal on November 2, 1974. To this union, they were blessed with two children, Terrie and Letitia. Abby enjoyed decorating, party planning, thrifting, being outside enjoying the sun; most of...

Paul Brooks Harbin

Paul Brooks Harbin

Aug 18, 2024

Paul Brooks Harbin went to live with Jesus on August 18th, 2024. He was born July 21st, 1957, in Levelland, TX, to the late Jay B. Harbin and Wilma Dorine “Mama Do” (Griffith) Harbin. Paul graduated from Muleshoe High School in 1975. He attended Texas A&M University and Texas Tech University, where he graduated with a degree in mechanized agriculture....

Wilma Lee Haney

Wilma Lee Haney

Aug 18, 2024

Wilma Lee Haney, 91, of Lubbock, TX, passed away on Sunday, August 18, 2024. She was born on October 29, 1932, to William Lee Woodward and Cordelia Layne Varnell, in Knox City, Texas. 

Wilma married Billy Mack Haney on April 6, 1953, in Lubbock, TX. Together they share two daughters. 

Wilma graduated with her bachelor’s degree in nursing and retired in 1987....

Lola Bigham

Lola Bigham

Aug 17, 2024

Lola Bigham, born on November 14, 1925, in Montague County, Texas, was a woman whose life was a testament to love, faith, and dedication. She was the cherished daughter of the late H.P. and Frances Howard and sister to Diamond, with whom she shared a close bond throughout her life.  

At the tender age of five, Lola and her family...

Prudencio "JR" Subia, Jr.

Prudencio "JR" Subia, Jr.

Aug 16, 2024

Prudencio "JR" Subia, Jr. of Lubbock passed away on Friday, August 16, 2024, at the age of 74. He was born February 19, 1950, in Big Spring, Texas to Prudencio and Guadalupe (Garcia) Subia, Sr. At a young age the family moved to Lubbock where he graduated from Estacado High School. He married Gloria Hernandez on November 8, 1971, in...

Harley Daniel

Harley Daniel

Aug 15, 2024

Harley Ray Daniel was born to Raymond and Dorothy (Morris) Daniel on September 11, 1944, in Ringling, Oklahoma and passed from this life on August 15, 2024, in Lubbock, Texas four weeks before what would have been his 80th birthday.  

Harley spent his formative years in Dimmitt, Texas graduating from Dimmitt High School in 1963. After graduation, Harley attended Texas...

Tony Thomas

Tony Thomas

Aug 14, 2024

Tony Thomas, 69, of Lubbock, TX passed away in his home on August 14, 2024. A Memorial Service will be held at 5:00 P.M. on Friday, September 13, 2024, at the Combest Funeral Home in Lubbock, TX. Tony was born in Abilene, TX to Darrell Thomas and Johnnie Alene Alexander-Thomas on October 1, 1954. Tony is preceded in death by...

Fernanda Moya Apolinar

Fernanda Moya Apolinar

Aug 14, 2024

Fernanda Moya Apolinar (54) passed away August 14, 2024, in Lubbock, TX. She was born February 15, 1970, to Juan and Amparo (Torres) Moya, in Houston, TX. Fernanda dedicated her life to her family as a devoted homemaker, a career that she approached with love and tireless dedication. Fernanda found joy and relaxation in playing bingo and visiting casinos. She...