Obituaries
Betty Jane Deaver
May 27, 2025
Betty Jane Deaver, 91 a long time resident of Lubbock passed peacefully on Tuesday, May 27 at her residence. Betty was born on June 16, 1933 to Trave and Tealie Crain in Porum Oklahoma. She was the third of 10 children. Betty carried the warmth and charm of her small town upbringing throughout her life and shared the warmth with...
Loretta Mae Burton
May 26, 2025
Loretta Mae Burton, 84, of O’Donnell, passed away on Monday evening, May 26, 2025. Loretta was born on September 9, 1940, in Afton, Dickens County, Texas, to the late L. V. Haney and Avis (Mullins) Haney.
She met the love of her life, Vernon Leon Burton, and they were united in marriage on January 2, 1956, in Muleshoe, Texas. Loretta worked...
Sarah Lawrence
May 24, 2025
Sarah Lawrence, a mother, daughter, sister, and friend passed away on Saturday, May 24, 2025, leaving behind a legacy of kindness, resilience, and a profound impact on all who knew her. Born on April 28, 1977, in Lubbock, Texas, Sarah’s life was one defined by her unwavering spirit and dedication to those around her. A graduate of Coronado High School...
Melecia Martinez
May 24, 2025
Melecia Martinez, a beloved mother, grandmother, great grandmother, great-great grandmother and cherished member of her community passed away on May 24, 2025. She was born on August 28, 1936, to Pantaleon Paiz and Cleotilde Olguin.
Melecia married the love of her life Alex, May 30, 1959 in Bula, Texas. While he farmed in the local community, she dedicated her life to...
Isabel Chavez
May 24, 2025
Isabel Chavez, 88, a beloved matriarch of her family, passed away peacefully at her home on Saturday, May 24, 2025, surrounded by loved ones. Born on November 19, 1936, in Cameron, Texas, she was the daughter of Epifanio and Clara (Barela) Zapata. Isabel's journey through life was marked by a deep commitment to her family. She married Manual V. Chavez...
Freddie Joe Cork
May 21, 2025
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Freddie Joe Cork, a cherished father, brother and friend, who left his world on May 21, 2025, at the age of 69. Born to the late William Dee Cork and Billie Jo Cork (Crowley), November 6, 1955, in Pampa, Texas, Freddie graced the lives of those around him with...
Schuana Maurice Vandever
May 20, 2025
It is with sadness that we announce the passing of Schuana Maurice Vandever, who left this world peacefully on May 20, 2025, at the age of 62. Born on January 7, 1963, Schuana filled her years with love, adventure, and a genuine zest for life. A resident of Lubbock, Texas, she had an innate appreciation for the beauty of the...
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...
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