Genaro Castillo Chavez, 74 was born April 9, 1947 in Lubbock to Francisco & Paulina Chavez. After graduating from Lubbock High, Genaro went on to receive his bachelor’s degree from Texas Tech University in 1971.  He married Florinda Parras on May 20, 1989 in Beaumont and worked as a program director for TDHCA for many years before retiring in 2003. Genaro was as strong advocate of education equity and equality and a man that inspired many to go beyond their means, dream big,...

Joshua Ezequiel Mendoza, 31, was born July 7, 1989 in Lubbock to Juan A. & Teresa Mendoza.  He graduated from New Deal Highschool and worked in construction doing remodels for most of his life.  He enjoyed playing video games, listening to music, cooking, and was known for always lending a helping hand.  Joshua had a big heart and was looked up to by all of his younger cousins, nephews, and nieces.  His loving smile and kind demeanor will be missed by all who knew and...

Jonathan Infante, 28, was born August 21, 1992 in Lubbock to Miguel & Ernestina Infante.  He enjoyed fishing, traveling, working on cars and was very enthusiastic about drawing that he shared his work in art and by doing tattoos. Jonathan cared about fashion and was often seen smiling and taking pictures.  Most of all, Jonathan loved spending time with his family and friends. In the late evening of April 23, 2021, Jonathan Infante was called from this earth much too...

Catherine Brisco, 73, the oldest of 10 siblings, went to be with the Lord on April 17, 2021. She was born November 4th, 1947 in College Station, Texas to Lessie Lee Gilbert. Catherine spent her career in the food services industry, where she was a local celebrity. People came from all over the region to taste her decadent cinnamon rolls, peach cobbler, and savory turkey & dressing. As she would tell you, “they are good enough to make you slap your mama, unless you’re one of...

Lupe Garza Jr, 51, was born May 13, 1969 in Slaton to Guadalupe & Luz Garza.  Shortly after getting together with the love of his life Nancy Rivera, Lupe started working in the paving business where he excelled for over thirty years. He believed in hard work and instilled his work ethic to his three boys.  He enjoyed listening to music from conjunto to old rock & roll and all the way around but most of all; he loved spending time with his family.  On the evening of...

Ronald Joe Nichols, 67, passed away March 27, 2021. He was born July 7, 1953 in Dallas, Texas.    Ronald graduated from Brownwood High School in 1971. He graduated with a bachelors degree in business from Howard Payne University in 1975. He and his wife Ty Ann married August 18, 1972.    Ronald owned and operated Nichols Marketing as a food broker. His wife, mother, and some family called him Ronald. He was known as Ron to everyone else. He also proudly went...

Rev. Pedro Martinez, 72, was born November 4, 1948 in Lubbock to Manuel & Alejandra Martinez.  He married Teresa Lopez on January 25, 1969 in Nebraska and co-owned R&M Painting Co. for over 30 years.  Rev. Pedro Martinez served in the ministry for over 42 years as a minister, pastor, District President for the IPHC, evangelist and in the later years of his life, he spent his time ministering on the radio at Radio Vida.  His passion for God and the ministry were only...

  Joe Gomez Davila, born May 24, 1943 went to be with our Lord on March 9, 2021 at the age of 77. He was born to Hilario Davila and Ursula Gamez Davila in San Angelo, TX and grew up in Seagraves, TX. He met his bride Rosy “Rosa” DeLeon in Seagraves, and married her on December 9,1961 in Brownfield, TX, and they soon moved to Lubbock where they made a wonderful life.      Joe spent over 20 years with Great Plains Manufacturing where he worked his way up...

Alvin Leroy Estill Jr., 68, was born August 1, 1952 in Quanah, Texas to Alvin L. and Pearlie M. Estill Sr.  He enjoyed spending time outside, riding his bicycle, and doing odd jobs with his brother Alton.  He loved food and spending time with his family was something he loved most.   In the early morning of March 7, 2021, Alvin L. Estill Jr. went to be with his Lord.  Those left to cherish his memories are his brother, Virgil Ketchersid of California: two sisters, Teresa...

Joba Montes Beaven, 60, was born May 14, 1960 in Abernathy to Pedro & Elena Salinas.  Joba worked as a caregiver for most of her life and enjoyed reading, sewing, listening to music, and going to church.  She also enjoyed collecting pictures and was very fond of the color green.  More than anything, Joba loved spending time with her family and grandchildren. On the morning of March 5, 2021, Joba Montes Beaven was called from this earth and into the arms of her loving...