Obituaries
Joe Alan Nichols
Jan 15, 2024
Joe Alan Nichols of Lubbock departed this life on Monday, January 15th, 2024, at the age of 70 at home. He was born in Bakersfield, CA to Joan Steward. Joe worked as a machinist for over 40 years and was passionate about what he did.
In his free time, he loved to ride his motorcycle, be around family and friends, and...
Dr. Kristina Garrett, PhD
Jan 15, 2024
Kristina Garrett, PhD, 45, of Lubbock, TX, passed away after a sudden illness, on Monday, January 15, 2024, surrounded by her loving family and closest friends. Kristina Garrett was born Kristina Marie Haeussler on June 17, 1978, in Massachusetts, to parents John Sebastian Haeussler and Anne-Marie DiGiacomo Haeussler, both originally from Malden, MA. Some of Kristina’s fondest memories included spending...
Linda Kay (Jackson) Walker
Jan 15, 2024
Linda Kay (Jackson) Walker, 80, passed away January 15, 2024, in Lubbock, TX. She was born August 19, 1943, to Raymond and Unknown (West) Jackson, in Fort Worth, TX.
Arrangements were entrusted to Combest Family Funeral Homes and Crematory, Lubbock, TX.
Laura (Walker) Hendrix
Jan 15, 2024
Laura (Walker) Hendrix, 65, of Shallowater, went to be with her Lord and Savior on Monday morning, January 15, 2024, surrounded by her loving family. Laura was born on January 15, 1959, in Lubbock, to Tevis Walker and the late Peggy (Exum) Walker.
She attended Shallowater High School and graduated with the senior class of 1977. Following graduation, she attended...
Samuel Vega Guevara
Jan 14, 2024
Samuel Guevara of Lubbock departed this life on Sunday January 14, 2024 at the age of 94 in Lubbock, Tx. He was born in Saucillo Mexico to Andres and Maria Vega Guevara. Samuel work for Stafford Construction then Williams & Peters for many years. He was a member of St Patrick's Catholic Church. He was a very loving and caring...
Richard James Murphy
Jan 12, 2024
Richard “Dick” James Murphy, 87, of Lubbock, TX passed away on January 12, 2024, surrounded by his loved ones. He was born in Taunton, MA on July 16, 1936 to James Alois and Luise M Trinque Murphy.
Dick graduated from high school and joined the Army on December 20, 1954. After Basic Training he was sent to Germany and assigned to...
Oscar Follis
Jan 11, 2024
Oscar (PeeWee) Elmer Follis, beloved husband, father, brother, and grandfather passed away on January 11, 2024. He was born on April 21, 1926, in Quitaque, TX. Oscar's passing leaves a void in the lives of all who knew and loved him.Oscar lived a fulfilling life marked by dedication and hard work. He owned and operated Follis Heating & Air Conditioning...
Billie Ruth French
Jan 9, 2024
Billie Ruth (Hill) French passed away January 9, 2024, in New Deal, TX. She was born September 3, 1929, to Albert and Irene (Howell) Hill, in Felt, OK. She married Richard Carroll French, who preceded her in death.
Billie graduated Panhandle State University, earning a Bachelor of Science in accounting. She entered and spent many years in the...
Diane (Kieschnick) Sanderlin
Jan 8, 2024
Diane (Kieschnick) Sanderlin, 74, of Ashland City, Tennessee, and a former resident of West Texas, went to be with her Lord and Savior on Monday, January 8, 2024. Diane was born on February 17, 1949, in Lubbock, Texas, to the late Henry Otto Kieschnick and Bernice Murleen (Simank) Kieschnick.
Diane attended O’Donnell High School, graduating with the senior class on...

Cheryl Liana (Hunter) Wiseley
Jan 7, 2024
Cheryl Liana (Hunter) Wiseley passed away January 7, 2024, in Lubbock, TX. She was born May 21, 1944, to Elbert Aubrey and Marguerite (Newbery) Hunter, in Bartlesville, OK. Cheryl graduated from Phillips High School, Phillips, TX, in 1962. She continued her education at Texas Tech University, where she was a member of Chi Omega Sorority, earning a Bachelor of Science...
J. R. "James Robert" Cromer
Jan 5, 2024
J. R. “James Robert” Cromer, 102, of Lubbock, went to be with his Lord and Savior on Friday, January 5, 2024. Mr. Cromer was born on August 29, 1921, in Tom Bean, Grayson County, Texas, to the late James Homer Cromer and Harriet Magdalene (Roark) Cromer.
He attended and graduated from Roosevelt High School. He then attended Texas Tech University,...
Danny Patterson
Jan 4, 2024
A true country man and devoted believer in God, passed away at the age of 71 on January 4th, 2024. Preceded in death by his parents Charlie Patterson and Thelma Sober, Tommy Adams, sister Oleta Commander and Grandmother Melissa Jane Reeves. Danny leaves behind a legacy of faith, family, and service.
Danny is survived by his loving wife of 50 years,...
Dean Michael Baack
Jan 4, 2024
Dean Michael Baack, infant son of Kirk and Brione Baack of Lubbock, was born an angel and was lifted into heaven on Thursday, January 4, 2024.
Those left to cherish his memory include his loving father and mother, Kirk and Brione; his four siblings: Brady, Charlotte, Collins and Hayes; his paternal grandparents: Matt and Sylvia Baack of Waco and Candy...
Diana Sharp Prock
Jan 1, 2024
Diana Sharp Prock, 82, of Abilene, Texas departed this life on January 1, 2024 after a brief illness. Diana was born on February 1, 1941 in Amarillo, Texas to May Atkins Sharp and Edward E. Sharp. She was preceded in death by her parents and son, Robert Steven Prock of Flower Mound, Tx. She is survived by her son...
Donald Eugene Jett
Dec 31, 2023
Donald Eugene Jett, a loving husband, father, brother, grandfather, great grandfather, and friend, passed away on December 31, 2023. He was born on December 1, 1954 in Eloy, AZ and took his last in Odessa, TX. Donald was a remarkable individual who touched the lives of many.Throughout his life, Donald exuded warmth and kindness. He was a devoted family man...
Erminia "Minnie" DeLeon
Dec 31, 2023
Erminia “Minnie” DeLeon, also known as Grandma De Ranch, 92, of Lubbock, went to be with her Lord and Savior on Sunday, December 31, 2023, surrounded by her loving family. She was born on April 7, 1931, in Yancey, Medina County, Texas, to the late Isaac Robles and Angelita Robles.
Erminia met Trinidad DeLeon, the love of her life, and...
Megan Elise Shelley Jeffcoat
Dec 30, 2023
Megan Elise Shelley (Jeffcoat), 37, of Lubbock, Texas went to be with her Lord and Savior on Saturday, December 30, 2023. Megan was born on June 30, 1986 in Lubbock to Greg and Gail Jeffcoat.
Megan lived her life in the Lubbock area serving her community as a nurse. She was fond of helping those in need and particularly enjoyed...
Jean Bledsoe Knight
Dec 29, 2023
Jean Bledsoe Knight went to be with her Lord and Savior on Friday, December 29, 2023. Jean was born Nov. 12, 1931 in Kinston, AL to Charlie and Eitha Cawthon. She married Don Bledsoe in 1952 and her four children were born from that union. Later, as a single mother and wanting a better life for herself and her...
James W. "Button" Little
Dec 29, 2023
James W. “Button” Little, 81, passed away December 29, 2023. He was born October 29, 1942, in Winters, Texas to Ervin Little and Mayme Flowers Little. He served in the United States Army, enlisted August 14, 1968, and discharged with the rank of Captain on April 4, 1972.
James was preceded in death by his parents; and his eldest...
Mark Allen Rampy
Dec 29, 2023
Mark Allen Rampy, 71, loving husband of Dawn Rampy, father, and grandfather, went to be with his Lord and Savior on Friday, December 29, 2023, surrounded by his loving family.
Mark was born on November 2, 1952, in Newport, Rhode Island, where his father was stationed in the Navy, but Mark was soon brought back home to Lubbock. A proud,...