Obituaries

Jan 19, 2015

Jerry Don Morris, 64, of Lubbock was born July 23, 1950 in Lockney, TX to the late Jasper "Jack" DW Morris & Virginia (Venson) Morris Steele. Jerry was a truck driver for several years and enjoyed watching football. Jerry passed away Monday, January 19, 2015. He is survived by his son: Michael (Tracy) Morris; daughter: Denise (Earnie) Padilla; brother: Delbert...

Dec 17, 2014

Pedro "Pete" Martinez, 74, of Lubbock was born February 24, 1940 in Bastrop, Texas to Andres and Petra Martinez. He worked for the City of Lubbock for 27 years in the Sanitation Department. He married Erminia Mendoza October 6, 1963 in Lubbock. Pete enjoyed traveling, fishing, and hunting. He was a member of Our Lady of Grace Catholic Church, Cursillista,...

Nov 28, 2014

Josephine "Jo" Caldwell, 80, of Lubbock was born July 2, 1934 in Biardstown, Texas to the late Earnest and Bertie Mae (Collins) Scott. She was a loving Mother, Grandmother, and Great-Grandmother. She enjoyed collecting bells. Jo passed away Friday, November 28, 2014. Those left to cherish her memories are her 3 sons: Randy Caldwell & wife Chris, Joe Caldwell &...

Nov 16, 2014

Maria Andrade Hernandez, 64, of Ropesville was born February 2, 1950 in Mexico to Jose Guadalupe Andrade and Maria Imelda (Villanueva) Andrade. She married Juan G. Hernandez Sept. 13, 1970 in Ropesville. He passed away July 21, 2012 after 42 years of marriage. Maria went to be with the Lord Sunday, Nov. 16, 2014. Her husband and a daughter, Guadalupe...

Oct 18, 2014

Phyllis Aline Clark, 76, of Lubbock was born July 17, 1938 in Ennis, TX to Floyd Homer Edwards and Rita Aline (Rhea) Edwards. She married Zane Clark June 13, 1959 in Lubbock. Zane passed away December 27, 2006 after 47 years of marriage. Phyllis loved to read and collect Coke memorabilia. Phyllis went to be with the Lord Saturday, October...

Oct 13, 2014

Robert Elton Cherry, friends called him "Cherry", 84, of Lubbock and formerly of Victoria, TX was born December 17, 1929, in Spur, TX to A.H. "Bert" and Ona Fay (Cornelius) Cherry. He married Joyce A. Hagar at Steele Hill Baptist Church, July 24, 1949. He attended Texas Tech University before starting his career with Soutwestern Bell Telephone Co., "Ma Bell"...

Oct 5, 2014

Felipa "Lipa" Salazar, 94, of Lubbock was born May 26, 1920 in Lomioso Nuevo Leon, Mexico to Clemente and Aurelia (Hernandez) Cortez. She enjoyed crocheting, sewing, crafts and reading her bible. She was a member of Iglesia Bautista El Calvario. Lipa passed away Sunday, October 5, 2014. Her parents, husbands: Joe Salazar and Luis Martinez, her children: Nina Pena, Luis...

Oct 2, 2014

Beatrice Elizabeth Stroud Lee of Lubbock, was born March 17, 1932 in Columbus, Texas to Fredrick William Beckmeyer and Louine Augusta (Venghaus) Beckmeyer. She farmed in Akerly and sang and played piano at church. She was a wonderful, loving person who will be greatly missed. Bea went to be with the Lord Thursday, October 2, 2014 at the age of...

Sep 11, 2014

Ricardo Cerda Vivanco, Sr. 51, of Wolfforth was born June 21, 1963 in Arandas Jalisco, Mexico to Elias and Catalina (De la Cerda) Vivanco. He was a truck driver for Vivanco Trucking for several years. He married Maria Elena Sevilla in Levelland. He loved to barbeque and be with his family. He was a loving Husband, Father, and Grandfather. Ricardo...

Aug 14, 2014

Tandy Sueann Wilmeth passed away peacefully August 14, 2014 after a 20 year battle with Huntington's disease. Tandy was born January 13, 1955 to Leora and Alton Wilmeth who preceded her in death. She is survived by her brothers Ross of Corpus Christi and Mitchell of San Angelo. The family wishes to extend a special thanks to the staff at...

Aug 5, 2014

Ronald "Ronnie" Murray Nettles, 75, of Lubbock, was born July 17, 1939 in Lubbock to Murray and Waltha (Hancock) Nettles. He worked as a Gin Manager for 43 years. He married Bertha Smith June 6, 1958 in Lakeview, TX. Ronnie enjoyed family time at Brownwood Lake, boating and skiing. He also enjoyed landscaping. Ronnie went to be with the Lord...

Jun 6, 2014

Jim Snider, 75, of Muleshoe, was born September 18, 1938 in Lubbock to Thomas Earl and Grace (Greer) Snider. He married Wyvonne Wilson on January 20, 1960. She passed away Oct. 6, 2008 after 48 years of marriage. Jim was a loving husband , father and very dedicated to his family. He was a world class "B.S. Artist". Jim passed...

May 27, 2014

Tomasa Balboa Gallegos, 93, of Ropesville and Lockhart, was born March 17, 1921 in Nixon, TX to the late Faustino and Flora (Cavallero) Balboa. She enjoyed taking care of her family, embroidering and quilting. Tome went to be with the Lord, Tuesday, May 27, 2014. Three children preceded her in death: Jimmy, Rosa Rosales (12-12-2010), an infant daughter, and 9...

May 24, 2014

Bobby Joe Shepard, 56, of Lubbock and formerly of Ropesville, was born November 22, 1957 in Lubbock to George Shepard and Dorothy (Hillhouse) Shepard. He lived life to the fullest. He enjoyed painting and working on cars. He truly will be missed. He was a beloved Son, Brother, and Uncle. Bobby died Saturday, May 24, 2014 at University Medical Center...

Apr 26, 2014

Floyce Fern Gregory, 83, of Plano was born November 14, 1930 in Oklahoma City, OK to Bill and Mable (Collier) Rumbaugh.  Floyce enjoyed sewing, crocheting and gardening. She was a very talented baby and scripture quilt maker and also enjoyed puzzles. She married Virgil Lee Gregory August 9, 1949 in Perryton, TX. He passed away November 11, 1994. Two...

Apr 22, 2014

On April 22, 2014, Nell Carter, 82, of Lubbock passed away peacefully from multiple health issues after a long, courageous battle. She was born on Aug. 3, 1931, to Mary Sorrels and David Lafayette Harrington in Brown County, Texas, and was a lifelong Baptist. Nell graduated salutatorian from Brooksmith High and went to business college, majoring in bookkeeping. She...

Mar 18, 2014

Mary Leann Goolsby was born September 7, 1981 and spent 32 years bringing joy to her family. Leann went to be with the Lord Tuesday, March 18, 2014. Memorial services will be at 2:00pm Saturday, March 22, 2014 Refuge Outreach Center at 13101 Tahoka Hwy, Lubbock, TX with Randy Daniel and Loyde Castle officiating. Cremation is under the care of...

Mar 13, 2014

FRANCES MYLONNE GATES

Mylonne Gates of Lubbock passed peacefully into the arms of Jesus on March 13, 2014 after a lengthy illness. She was born to R. A. and Myrtle Jane Brown Patterson on January 8, 1938 in Montague County, Texas.   A memorial service for friends and family will be held on Saturday, March 29...

Mar 8, 2014

Jackie Lynn Stroud-Sheedy, 26, of Texas City, TX, was born June 6, 1987 in Lubbock. She enjoyed fishing and camping. Jackie went to be with the Lord Saturday, March 8, 2014 in Austin. She was a loving mother and daughter. Those left to cherish her memories are her father: Jackie Stroud; mother: Elizabeth Pruitt; 2 sons: David and Jeremiah Sheedy;...

Feb 15, 2014

Robin Micheal Sharp, 50, of Lubbock was born December 14, 1963 in Sweetwater, TX to George and Patti (Baker) Ragan. She married Steve Sharp February 8, 1986 in Lubbock. She was a member of the Church of Christ. Robin went to be with the Lord Saturday, February 15, 2014. Those left to cherish her memories are her loving husband of...