Obituaries

Donald Richard Jeter

Donald Richard Jeter

Jan 7, 2025

Donald Richard Jeter, born February 14th, 1943, to the late Claud and Hattie Jeter of Lamesa, Texas, peacefully passed away in his home on January 7, 2025, surrounded by his loving family.

Richard was a loving husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather who enjoyed telling stories to entertain all the kids. He enjoyed his 40 years with TxDot doing design work. He...

Brent Murphy

Brent Murphy

Jan 5, 2025

Brent Roeder Murphy of Ira passed away on Sunday, January 5, 2025, at the age of 89. He was born September 15, 1935, in Snyder to Ed and Freida (Von Roeder) Murphy. On October 11, 1960, he married Sarah Patricia (Pat) Merriott. Other than three months when first married and the final three years of his life on earth, he...

Nicole Schuknecht

Nicole Schuknecht

Jan 3, 2025

Andrea Nicole Schuknecht of Lubbock passed away on Friday, January 3, 2025, at the age of 40. She was born February 2, 1984, in Lubbock to Andy and Debbie Holt. From an early age, Nicole was a fierce competitor. She excelled in soccer and volleyball, playing on various AAU teams over the years.  As a teenager Nicole became a Pittsburgh...

Michael Cedillo, Sr.

Michael Cedillo, Sr.

Jan 2, 2025

Michael Cedillo, Sr. (45), passed away January 2, 2025, in Lubbock, TX. He was born on July 4, 1979, to Jose and Isela (Vasquez) Cedillo, in El Paso, TX. Michael graduated from Portales High School in 1997. He worked for the Spade Co-Op Gin. Michael was a Catholic at heart and attended Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Littlefield.

Michael loved cooking out,...

William Leon Bloom

William Leon Bloom

Jan 2, 2025

William "Leon" Bloom departed from this life on January 2, 2025 to be with Jesus and his one true love.

Leon was born on January 19, 1933, to Bill and Ester Bloom in Round Rock, Texas. He attended school at Stoney Point and Round Rock and graduated from Round Rock High in 1950. His early years were spent working with the...

Tommie Sue McBrayer

Tommie Sue McBrayer

Jan 2, 2025

Tommie Sue McBrayer, 83, of Lubbock, went to be with her Lord and Savior on Thursday, January 2, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. Tommie was born on July 1, 1941, in Acmar, St. Clair County, Alabama, to the late Thomas A. Smith and Sara Sue (Lily) Smith. 

She was raised and received her primary education in the St. Clair County,...

Dale Brunton

Dale Brunton

Dec 28, 2024

William Dale Brunton of Lubbock passed away on Saturday, December 28, 2024 at the age of 66. He was born February 24, 1958, in Bakersfield, California to the late Glen Dale and Dorothy Elizabeth (Blackwell) Brunton. The family moved to Oklahoma as Dale was starting high school. It was then he was able to establish his roots as a member...

Valencia Rose Barnes

Valencia Rose Barnes

Dec 27, 2024

Valencia Rose Barnes, our beloved Rose, passed away on December 27, 2024, at 12:09 PM after a brief but courageous battle with cancer. From diagnosis to her passing, only 36 days had elapsed, leaving her family and friends heartbroken and her absence deeply felt. 

Rose was a vibrant and loving soul who cherished every moment of her life. She found immense...

Dennis Leigh Williams

Dennis Leigh Williams

Dec 27, 2024

Dennis Leigh Williams was 60 years old when he passed away on December 27, 2024.

Dennis was born on April 8, 1964, in Lubbock, Texas, to his parents Robert and Gloria Williams. He graduated from Tahoka High School.

Dennis was very smart and enjoyed many things. He loved watching television, especially football games, with a special fondness for the Dallas Cowboys. Playing...

Bill Ray Ivins

Bill Ray Ivins

Dec 26, 2024

Bill Ray Ivins of Lubbock passed away on Thursday, December 26, 2024, at the age of 90. He was born August 12, 1934, in Montague County, Texas to Charley and Jewel Ivins. Bill married Ruth McIntyre on September 7, 1954, in Bowie, Texas. She passed away on February 10, 1995. Several months later, Bill married Elda Prentice in Olton and...

Larry Mankin

Larry Mankin

Dec 25, 2024

Larry Mankin, 77, of Lubbock, and loving husband of Wanda, went to be with his Lord and Savior on Christmas Day, December 25, 2024. Larry was born in Bonham, Fannin County, Texas on June 24, 1947, to the late J. W. Mankin and Wilma Jean (Daniels) Mankin.

Larry attended Lubbock High School and graduated with the senior class of 1966. He...

Maguire Joseph Vogel

Maguire Joseph Vogel

Dec 23, 2024

Maguire Joseph Vogel, a beacon of joy and laughter, left this world on December 23, 2024, in Lubbock, Texas, at the young age of 22. He was born on February 6, 2002, in Plano, Texas to Ty Vogel and Melinda Herrera Vogel.

 A man with dreams as expansive as the Texas sky, Maguire was currently navigating his journey as a Nursing...

Terry "Spanky" Hadaway

Terry "Spanky" Hadaway

Dec 23, 2024

Terry “Spanky” Hadaway of Lubbock passed away surrounded by family and friends on Monday, December 23, 2024, at the age of 54. He was born June 19, 1970, in Alexandria, Virginia to Grady and Patricia (German) Hadaway. As a 16-year-old teen, Terry began working at Pizza Hut and worked his way up to being a manager within the company. He...

Juan A. Alonzo

Juan A. Alonzo

Dec 23, 2024

Juan A. Alonzo, 79, passed away December 23, 2024, in Lubbock, TX. He was born June 27, 1945, to Apolinar and Junita (Adams) Alonzo, In Lubbock, TX. 

Juan was the heart and soul of his family, a man whose larger-than-life spirit and boundless love brought joy to everyone around him. His passion for life was contagious, inspiring those who knew him...

Jessie Nicole Wyatt-Mugica

Jessie Nicole Wyatt-Mugica

Dec 22, 2024

With profound sadness, we announce the passing of Jessie Nicole Wyatt-Mugica, age 34, of Big Spring, Texas. Jessie’s life was a testament to love, compassion, and selflessness, leaving an everlasting impact on everyone who knew her.

Born on April 11, 1990, Jessie embraced life with an open heart and boundless joy. She married the love of her life, Corren “Cory” Mugica,...

Jacob Dorrity

Jacob Dorrity

Dec 22, 2024

Jacob David Dorrity was born in Lubbock, Texas, on December 8, 1989, and entered into his Heavenly eternal life on December 22, 2024. He spent his childhood in Plainview playing and excelling in all sports and riding the go-cart around the farm. His usual attire was a Spiderman cape or Ninja Turtle pajamas. He also enjoyed endless hours perfecting his...

Shelby Don Holley

Shelby Don Holley

Dec 22, 2024

Shelby Don Holley, a cherished father, grandfather, and devoted family man, passed away peacefully on December 22, 2024, in Lubbock, Texas, at the age of 81. Born on May 26, 1943, in Levelland, Texas, Shelby dedicated his life to serving others in his career within the insurance and financial planning services industry.

A proud graduate of Lubbock High School, Class of...

Shirley Ann Farley

Shirley Ann Farley

Dec 21, 2024

Shirley Ann Farley, 90, of Lubbock, Texas passed away from her earthly home on Saturday, December 21, 2024. Shirley was born in Milwaukee, Wisconsin on January 4, 1934 to Norman Christ Walther and Gladys May Parson.  

Shirley was a faithful servant who loved to pray and read her Bible. She was a member of Salvation Ministries Church.  

Memorial donations can...

Shawn Chastain

Shawn Chastain

Dec 21, 2024

Shawn Chastain, 55, of Lorenzo, Texas, passed away on Saturday, December 21, 2024. Shawn was born on July 7, 1969, in Lubbock, Lubbock County, Texas, to the late Owen Thomas Chastain and Linda (Collins) Chastain. 

He attended Hudson Height High School, in Hudson, TX, and graduated with his senior class in 1987.

Shawn was a mechanic at heart, working on all kinds...

Randy Joe Cantrell

Randy Joe Cantrell

Dec 20, 2024

Randy Joe Cantrell, 35, of Lubbock, passed away on Friday morning, December 20, 2024. Randy was born on May 26, 1989, in Lubbock, Texas, and was taken from this earth way too soon.

Randy attended Coronado High School and graduated from Richard Milburn High School in 2006.

He worked at all sorts of jobs, sort of a jack of all trades. He...

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