Obituaries
Betty Sue Redden
Sep 5, 2025
Betty Sue Redden, a woman of deep faith and loving spirit, passed away peacefully on September 5, 2025. Born in Tishomingo, Oklahoma, on March 18, 1934, to Horris Morris Pigg and Nellie Icel Clark, Betty's life was a beautiful tapestry of dedication to her family, church, and community.
For over 30 years, Betty was a cherished member of South Park Baptist...
Johnny "Juan" Tobias
Sep 4, 2025
Johnny “Juan” Tobias, 61, of Lubbock, went to be with his Lord and Savior on Thursday morning, September 4, 2025, surrounded by his loving family. Johnny was born on August 11, 1964, in Lubbock, Texas.
Johnny attended Lubbock High School, graduating with his senior class of 1982.
He worked in the environmental control department at Covenant Medical Center for 35 years, before...
Jean "Truett" Flud
Sep 3, 2025
Jean Truett Flud, 96, of Desoto, formerly of Idalou, went to be with her Lord and Savior on Wednesday evening, September 3, 2025. Jean was born on July 30, 1929, in Whiteflat, Motley County, Texas, to the late Ewell Haston Truett and Katie (Harris) Truett.
Jean attended school in Idalou and graduated with the senior class of 1946. She later attended...
Rildabeth Moore
Sep 3, 2025
Rildabeth Wood Moore of Lubbock, formerly of O'Donnell, passed away on Wednesday, September 3, 2025, at the age of 95. Born on November 9, 1929, in Lamesa, Texas, Rildabeth lived a life filled with warmth and graciousness, embodying the qualities of a true friend and neighbor. She attended school in Flower Grove, a community North of Lamesa; however, she completed...
Shelly Jo Harris
Aug 31, 2025
Shelly Jo Harris (65) passed away peacefully at home on August 31st, 2025 surrounded by her family. She was born on July 12,1960 in Atlantic, IA.
Shelly graduated from Atlantic High School and earned her Registered Nurse (RN) license in 1984. Shelly married Thomas Harris on November 24, 1978. After moving to Texas in 1984, she spent her career as an...
Charles Edwin Newton
Aug 30, 2025
Charles Edwin Newton, 85, long-time resident of Lubbock, went to be with his Lord and Savior on Saturday morning, August 30, 2025. Charles was born on July 6, 1940 in Paris, Texas to the late Oscar Newton and Melva (Thompson) Newton.
After graduating from Whiteface High School and South Plains College, he married the love of his life, Cora Ann Newton,...
Professor Lisa Harris Gore, M. S., CCC-SLP
Aug 30, 2025
Lisa Harris Gore returned home to her parents on August 30, 2025. As the only child of JD “Sonny” Harris and Imogene Harris (Jennings), Lisa lived a blessed, passionate, and gifted life. She was smart, funny, and so loved and was gifted in giving love. Lisa met the love of her life, Glenn Gore, in high school and made it...
Karla Parker
Aug 29, 2025
Karla Jo Parker of Lubbock passed away on Friday, August 29, 2025, at the age of 63. She was born April 27, 1962, in Coshocton, Ohio to the late James and Betty Henderson. At a young age, the family moved to Odessa where she graduated from Permian High School. She was a skilled athlete excelling in track.
When she moved to...
Anna Pearl Wootton
Aug 29, 2025
She was born in Sabinal, TX, March 13, 1931, to Jack and Minnie Belle Griffin. Anna Pearl graduated from Sabinal High School in 1948, and, married Pat Wootton at her parents’ home in Sabinal, May 29, 1951.
She was a homemaker and farmer’s wife while supporting all the school and church activities of her three daughters. In later years she worked...
Brian Stephen Miller
Aug 29, 2025
Brian Stephen Miller, 71, of Levelland, and loving husband of Elizabeth Miller, MD, passed away late Friday evening on August 29, 2025. He was born on July 19, 1954, in Niskayuna, Schenectady County, New York, to the late Kirkland L. Miller and Wilhelmina Teresa (Huehn) Miller.
He attended Memorial High School in Tulsa, Oklahoma, graduating with the senior class of 1972....
Henry "Big Hen" Lynn Rhodes
Aug 28, 2025
Henry Lynn Rhodes, 72, of Tahoka, went to be with his Lord and Savior early Thursday morning, surrounded by his loving family. Mr. Rhodes was born on September 2, 1952, in Portales, Roosevelt County, New Mexico, to the late James L. Rhodes and Dorothy (Cole) Rhodes.
He attended and graduated from Portales High School in 1970. He further his education by...
Lacye Schovajsa
Aug 24, 2025
Lacye Ann Schovajsa, lovingly known as "Yay-yay”, finally joined her Gran in heaven on Sunday, August 24, 2025, at the age of 46. She was born January 18th, 1979, in Lubbock, to Steve and Kim Payne. Lacye re-married Joe Schovajsa January 13, 2013 and began fulfilling her lifelong dream of having a family.
Lacye was as independent as she was kind,...
Eddie Alcala
Aug 24, 2025
Eddie Alcala, a beloved husband, step-father, and friend, passed away on Sunday, August 24, 2025, in Lubbock, Texas, at the age of 65. Born on June 8, 1960, in Amarillo, Texas to the late Sammy and Luz (Reynoso) Alcala. Eddie grew up a devoted Catholic who loved the Lord deeply.
Eddie served as a manager at Cargill Meat Solutions for many...
David Joe "DJ" Ramirez
Aug 23, 2025
David J. “D.J.” Ramirez passed away tragically and unexpectedly on August 23, 2025, in Lubbock, Texas. He was the beloved son of David B. Ramirez Jr and Susan Ramirez-Romo.
D.J. leaves behind his three sons, Davien, Damien, and Izrael, who will forever cherish his memory. He is also survived by his brothers and sisters: Michael, Denise, Dale, Davina, and Devin Ramirez;...
Carolyn Sue Gonzales
Aug 23, 2025
Carolyn Sue Gonzales (59) passed away August 23, 2025 in Dodge City, KS. She was born September 8, 1965 to Manuel Sr. and Florine (Thompson) Gonzales in Abernathy, TX.
Carolyn was preceded in death by her parents, Manuel Sr. and Florine, her brothers, Manual Jr., Daniel, and Florentino, her sisters, Josie, Lena, and Janie. She is survived by her husband Luis,...
Arnold Sebastian Beyer
Aug 23, 2025
Arnold Sebastian Beyer, 63, of Lubbock, passed away late Saturday evening, August 23, 2025. He was born on September 13, 1961, in Queens, New York, to the late Jackie Lee Beyer and Maria (Kraft) Beyer.
He attended and graduated from Westminster High School. Following high school, he attended the University of Long Beach where he graduated with his BS.
Arnold was an...
Dionicio Villa
Aug 22, 2025
Dionicio Villa, 57, passed away peacefully on Friday, August 22, 2025, in Lubbock.
Born on July 29, 1968 in Midland, Texas, Dionicio brought immense joy and light to everyon who knew him. Living with special needs never defined him--it was his kindness, and gentle spirit that left a lasting impression on all.
Dionicio loved participating in all the activities at The Daybreak...
Ali DeShea Allpress
Aug 22, 2025
Ali DeShea Allpress, 42, of Lubbock, passed away on Friday morning, August 22, 2025. Ali was born on January 22, 1983, in Lubbock, Texas, to Alex Taylor and the late Donna Lynn (Long) Taylor.
She attended Frenship High School, graduating with her senior class in 2001. She attended Lubbock Christian University (LCU) from 2003 to 2005, earning an Associates Degree in...
Alice Louise Stone
Aug 20, 2025
Alice Louise Stone of Shallowater, Texas, passed from this earth on Wednesday, August 20, 2025 at the age of 60. Alice was born on August 15, 1965 in Santa Barbara, California to Ivan and Beverley Darbyshire. The family then moved to Seward, Alaska when she was 11 years old. After high school, she enrolled in classes at the vocational college...
Woodrow W. Rains
Aug 20, 2025
Woodrow “Woody” Rains, 74, passed away surrounded by family who loved him dearly. He was born on September 13, 1950, in Heidelberg, Germany, to the late Woodrow and Annie Rains.
Woody lived a life filled with curiosity, creativity, and care for others. Many who knew him will remember his love of tinkering. He delighted in taking things apart, understanding how they...