Obituaries

Sep 19, 2024

Bobby Joe Chavez, 76, of Lubbock, and loving husband to Rosa Chavez, passed away on Thursday afternoon, September 19, 2024. He was born in Lubbock on February 4, 1948, to the late Ray Chavez and Olivia Villarreal.

He met Rosa Moreno, the love of his life, and they were united in marriage on January 5, 1968, in Lubbock, Texas, where they...

Sep 18, 2024

Sep 17, 2024

William Curtis Stramp of Keller, Texas was a beloved son, brother, grandson, renowned athlete and friend. Through unfortunate circumstances, the family was notified of his passing in September of 2024 at the age of 36. Born May 29, 1986, in Houston to Rob and Andrea Stramp, the family made their home in Keller where he graduated high school. Known for...

Sep 15, 2024

Bobby Joe Pitman of Lubbock passed away on Sunday, September 15, 2024, at the age of 89. He was born March 26, 1935, in Denison, Texas to Fred and Lucille (Hainline) Pitman. He grew up in Denison, graduating from Denison High School. There he met and married his high school sweetheart, Yvonne Taylor. The couple married on February 12, 1954. 

Bobby...

Sep 15, 2024

Glenda “Frankie” (Franklin) Armstrong, 73, passed away September 15, 2024, in Lubbock, TX. She was born November 16, 1950, to Earl and Alice Jerita (Jones) Franklin, in Levelland, TX. Frankie graduated from Idalou High School in 1969.

Frankie was preceded in death by her spouse, Karen Salo, and her siblings, Diane Dikeman, Amy Conner, and Jerry Franklin. Those remaining, to cherish...

Sep 14, 2024

Joel D. Henry, 73, of Lubbock and loving husband to Linda Henry, went to be with his Lord and Savior on Saturday, September 14, 2024. He was born on October 8, 1950, in Hamilton, Butler County, Ohio to the late Dr. John D. Henry and Genevieve Joyce (Crandall) Henry. 

He met the love of his life, Linda Ledbetter, and they were...

Sep 13, 2024

Peggy McCarley Stice, 81, of Lubbock, TX, passed away on Friday, September 13, 2024. She was born on April 15, 1943, to Floyd McCarley and Eudera Payne McCarley in Texas. 

Peggy married Kenneth Stice in Tahoka, TX, in 1962. 

They first met in the town square of Lamesa, Texas. They were married for 62 years and raised a loving family. They loved...

Sep 12, 2024

Corporal Tomas I. Sandoval, a stalwart Marine and cherished friend, departed this earthly realm on September 12th, 2024, to assume his post at the pearly gates. Born on February 19th, 1954, in Pecos, New Mexico, Tom’s journey of valor and dedication began at a young age. At just 18, he answered the call to serve his nation by joining the...

Sep 12, 2024

We bid farewell to our father, Emilio Aceves, who departed from this world on September 12, 2024, at the age of 86. A pillar of strength, integrity, and humility. Dad’s absence leaves a huge void in all the hearts who knew him. 

To commemorate his remarkable life, a Memorial Rosary Service will be held at St. Clare of Assisi Catholic Church,...

Sep 12, 2024

Patricia "Pat" Wren (Breeden) Williams passed away peacefully on September 12, 2024, in Lubbock, Texas at the age of 85. Her family was by her bedside. Pat will have a graveside service at Memorial Park Cemetery in Memphis, TN on Saturday, September 21, 2024 at 2:30 PM.

Patricia was born to Marvin Woodrow Breeden and Kathleen Elizabeth Medlock Breeden on January...

Sep 9, 2024

Patricia Ann Del Toro passed away peacefully in her home in Wolfforth, surrounded by love, on September 9, 2024.

Born in Poplar Bluff, Missouri, Patricia was the daughter of Virginia M. Fish and Willis E. Hall. She pursued her education at New Mexico Junior College, where her journey began. On November 2, 1985, she married Fidel Del Toro, and together they...

Sep 7, 2024

Clemencia “Margie” Valdez, 86, of Lubbock, and loving companion of Gilbert Mendez, went to be with her Lord and Savior on Saturday morning, September 7, 2024, surrounded by her loving family. Margie was born on November 23, 1937, in Corpus Christi, Nueces County, Texas, to the late Bernabe Valdez and Bartola (Gomez) Valdez.

Margie loved to go to casinos and gamble…her...

Sep 7, 2024

Rosa Linda Chavarria, a cherished soul born on June 20, 1950, in Poteet, Texas, to Ampara Zulaica Benitez and Manuel A. Benitez, graced this world with her warmth and kindness for 74 beautiful years. She passed away September 7, 2024. Rosa Linda's vibrant spirit shone brightly throughout her life, especially on February 24, 1968, when she united in love with...

Sep 6, 2024

Luis Castorena López, age 83, passed away peacefully in his home surrounded by his children, on September 6, 2024, in Lubbock, Texas. He was born on June 21, 1941, in San Angelo, Texas, to Santiago and Asencion (Castorena) Lopez.

In 1977, Luis moved his family from San Angelo to Lubbock to begin a career as a carpet installer with Yates Flooring....

Sep 5, 2024

Ninfa Vigil, 83, of Lubbock, TX, passed away with her family by her side, on September 5, 2024. She was born on June 16, 1941, to Cruz Narvaiz Sr. and Petra Rodriguez in Seguin, TX. She married Remigio Vigil on September 5, 1962, in Lubbock. Together they share three daughters. 

Ninfa loved many things, and some of her favorites were reading,...

Sep 3, 2024

Marie Kathryn Files, 90, of Lubbock, TX passed away on September 3, 2024. She was born on January 20, 1934, to Louie Blackstock and Edith Province in Lamesa, TX. 

Marie married Donnie Files in New Mexico on October 10, 1976. 

She is survived by her two son, Jerry and wife, Sherry Noyes of Lubbock, TX, and Michael and wife Patty of New...

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...

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...

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...

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...