Obituaries
Byron Henderson
Jun 14, 2025
Byron Lee Henderson, 78, of Lubbock passed away Saturday, June 14, 2025. He was born November 21, 1946 in Santa Anna, Texas to Bobbie Lee Henderson and Rita Loree Campbell. He spent most of his life in West and North Texas. He held professions as teacher, cotton ginner, advertising representative, and apartment manager. He greatly enjoyed sports, especially football and...
Elidia Garcia Vasquez
Jun 14, 2025
Elidia Garcia Vasquez, 73, of Lubbock, was gently lifted into heaven on Saturday, June 14, 2025, with her family at her bedside. Elidia was born on January 12, 1952, in Lamesa, Dawson County, Texas, to the late Luis Garcia and Connie (Samarripa) Garcia.
She attended schools in Lubbock, and this is where she met her first and only boyfriend, Carlos Vasquez,...
Bobby Cook
Jun 14, 2025
Bobby Lynn Cook, 68, of Lubbock, was welcomed by God as an angel into his loving arms on Saturday, June 14, 2025, with loved ones by his bedside. Bobby braved a valiant battle with cancer of 11 years with three types of cancer. He is and will always be our hero.
Bobby was born on June 28, 1956, to the...
Jo Ann "JoJo" Peña
Jun 13, 2025
Jo Ann “JoJo” Peña, a cherished hairstylist and beloved matriarch, was born on November 6, 1969, in Brownfield, Texas. She departed this world on June 13, 2025, at her home, leaving behind a legacy of warmth and a community forever altered by her kindness.
JoJo dedicated over three decades of her life to the art of cosmetology, her skilled hands touching...
Jay Don Quigley
Jun 12, 2025
With broken hearts and deep sorrow, accepting the decision of the all mighty creator we announce the passing of Jay Don Quigley, a beloved son, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, Uncle, and Cherished friend, peacefully took his final ride from this world on Thursday, June 12, 2025, surrounded by the warmth of cherished memories, and doing what he loved having a...
Roberto Arcos
Jun 10, 2025
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Roberto Castro Arcos, a cherished father, grandfather, and friend, who left this world on June 10, 2025, surrounded by the love of his family. Roberto, born on February 26, 1944, found his lifelong love in Viola, whom he married on June 4, 1988.
Roberto was a man of simple pleasures and deep passions....
Carl "Hand" Baird
Jun 9, 2025
Carl Dean Baird, beloved husband, father, and grandfather, passed away on June 9, 2025, in Lubbock, Texas. Carl was born to Silas Baird and Martha Blackwell in Silverton, Texas where he was deeply rooted in family and tradition. He carried with him the values of hard work, loyalty, and love throughout his life and eventually showed the world these traits...
Betty Ann Cranford
Jun 8, 2025
Betty Ann Cranford, cherished mother, devoted spouse, and beloved friend, left this world peacefully on June 7, 2025, at the age of 96. Born on November 17, 1928, in Chickasha, Oklahoma, she was the proud daughter of Thomas Harrison and Jessie Gladys (Clack) Fry. Her journey through life was notable, marked by her unwavering dedication and compassion for others.
A graduate...
Raymond L. Miller
Jun 8, 2025
Dr. Raymond Louis Miller, a devoted husband, cherished father, beloved grandfather and great-grandfather, and faithful servant of the Lord, passed peacefully into the arms of his Savior on Sunday, June 8, 2025.
Ray was born on September 18, 1939, but he would tell you that his life truly began on November 20, 1966, when he made Jesus Christ Lord of his...
Gail Norvell
Jun 6, 2025
Tommie Gail Norvell, a beloved caretaker, cherished mother, and doting grandmother, passed away on Friday, June 6, 2025, at the age of 53. Born on March 16, 1972, in Lubbock, she grew up in this vibrant community. Throughout her life, Gail demonstrated an unwavering kindness and gentleness even when she had very little, being a fighter in all aspects of...
Rickie Salas
Jun 6, 2025
Rickie Salas, 50, of Lubbock, Texas, passed away unexpectedly on June 6, 2025. A visitation service will be held on Thursday June 12, 2025 from 5-8 p.m. at Combest Venue on Broadway. A funeral service will be held in The Venue on Broadway, Friday, June 13, 2025, at 10:30 a.m.
Rickie was born in Lubbock in 1975 to Juan and Rosa...
Luis Ramirez Garcia
Jun 3, 2025
Luis Ramirez Garcia, 92, of Lubbock, Texas, peacefully departed this world on June 3rd, 2025, surrounded by the warmth and love of family. A true epitome of grace and strength, he left an incredible mark on all who were fortunate enough to know him. Born on December 17th, 1932, in Querendaro, Michoacán, Mexico, to Daniel Esteban Luis Garcia and Isidra...
Randy Martin Palombit
Jun 3, 2025
Randy Martin Palombit, 71, passed away peacefully on June 3, 2025, at his home in Lubbock, Texas, surrounded by his loving family.
Born in Caribou, Maine, on September 10, 1953, Randy served in the U.S. Navy from 1972 to 1978. After his service, he attended trade school and began his early career as a car mechanic.
He later transitioned into management and...
Judith Ann Stubblefield
Jun 1, 2025
Judith Ann Ginn Stubblefield, 85, of Amarillo but living in Lubbock, died Sunday, June 1, 2025.
Born February 10,1940 in Amarillo, Texas, Judy was a devoted wife, mother and grandmother. She was a 1958 graduate of Amarillo High School and then graduated from the University of Texas four years later. She loved to cook, sew, go to her cabin in Eagle...
Oralia Velasquez
Jun 1, 2025
Oralia Velasquez, a beloved matriarch and cherished friend, peacefully departed from this world on June 1, 2025, at her home, surrounded by the warmth of cherished memories. Born on September 30, 1940, in the small town of Encinal, Texas, she was the epitome of grace and strength, leaving an indelible mark upon all who had the privilege of knowing her.
Beyond...
Tom Castillo
Jun 1, 2025
Tom Castillo, a beloved brother, passed away on Sunday, June 1, 2025, at the age of 69. Born on July 30, 1955, in Scottsbluff, Nebraska, Tom’s journey through life was marked by his profound dedication to family and his enduring spirit. After proudly serving in the United States Marines, where he fulfilled four years of active duty and two years...
Carroll Ray
May 31, 2025
William "Carroll" Ray of Lorenzo, passed away on Saturday, May 31, 2025, at the age of 83. Born on January 27, 1942 in Littlefield, Texas, Carroll's early life was shaped by his days working on the family dairy farm in Anton, where he learned the values of hard work and dedication. He later enjoyed a fulfilling career with Case Tractor,...
Rex Barbour
May 31, 2025
Rex Barbour, devoted husband, father, grandfather, and friend, passed away peacefully on May 31, 2025 at the age of 70. Born on February 7, 1955, in Amarillo, Texas, Rex was the son of Ray and Margaret Barbour.
A graduate of Caprock High School, Rex went on to earn a Bachelor's degree in Business from West Texas A&M University. He built a...
Bill Francis
May 29, 2025
Billy "Bill" Scott Francis, born on June 21, 1971, in Lubbock, Texas, departed this world on Thursday, May 29, 2025, leaving behind a legacy of courage, compassion, and unwavering love for his family. A dedicated paramedic and EMT for most of his life, Bill exemplified the true spirit of service. His journey brought him to the battlefields of Afghanistan, where...
Albert Lee Hernandez
May 28, 2025
With broken hearts and deep sorrow, we announce the passing of Albert Lee Hernandez, who left this world far too soon on May 28, 2025, at the age of 43. A devoted husband, loving father, cherished brother, and beloved son to Jose and Ellen Sanchez. Albert lived a life full of heart, strength, and unwavering love for his family. Born...




