Obituaries

Mar 5, 2021

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...

Feb 20, 2021

Felecita Hernandez, 97, was born February 17, 1924 in Richland Springs to Joe & Isidra Soto.  She married Florentino Hernandez on October 21, 1940 in San Saba County and was a home maker for most of her life.  She enjoyed cooking, sewing, quilting blankets for all of her family, and canning food, fruits and all kinds of preservatives. More...

Feb 15, 2021

DeAndra Gentry, 43, was born October 15, 1977 in Lubbock to Jacky & Rhonda Gentry.  She graduated from Idalou Highschool in 1996 and was a lover of books.  Her past times included reading, listening to music, cooking, and spending quality time with her family and friends. She was a lovely soul who will be missed by everyone who knew...

Feb 2, 2021

Augustin “Tino” Vasquez,41, was born March 4, 1979 in Colorado City to Tereso & Tomasa Vasquez.  He graduated from Snyder Highschool in 1997 and married Audrea Tanner on April 15, 2017.  Augustin worked as a postal driver for Stage Line Company and had a passion for Bar B Que.  He enjoyed dancing, joking around and was a big fan...

Jan 28, 2021

Rosalinda Mojica Salazar, 69, was born June 25, 1951 in Laredo, TX to Pablo & Maria Mojica.  She graduated from Idalou High School in 1970 and went on to receive her degree in business from Draughon’s Business College.  She married Abel Salazar on December 21, 1991 and together they owned and operated Simple Simons Pizza in Lubbock.  Rosalinda was...

Jan 23, 2021

Viewing and visitation for Ofelia S. Gonzalez 94 of Lubbock will be today. Monday, January 25, 2021 from 1PM till 8 PM with a rosary to be held at 6 PM.

Graveside services will be held on Tuesday, January 26, 2021 at 10 AM at Peaceful Gardens Memorial Park with Father Martin Pina officiating. Burial will be...

Jan 14, 2021

Maria De La Luz G. Nava, 92, was born June 25, 1928 in Zapata, Texas to Jose & Margarita Guzman.  She married Rafael Nava Sr. on December 26, 1942 in Zapata and was a home maker.  Maria was incredibly involved in the catholic church and was very active as a Guadalupana & Cursillista for Sacred Heart Catholic Church.  She...

Jan 14, 2021

Lupe H Narvaiz, 83, was born Lupe Hernandez on December 12, 1937 in Taft, Texas to Alfonso & Petra Hernandez.  She married Cruz R. Narvaiz on January 7, 1977 and worked as a beautician for most of her life.  She enjoyed crocheting, cooking for her family, working in her yard.  She loved antiques and going to casinos but more...

Jan 6, 2021

Jack Ray Ruiz, 64, was born February 4, 1956 in Portales, New Mexico to Genaro & Rita Trujillo.  Jack worked in construction for most of his life and he loved his four boys and grand babies.  He was a good man with a good soul and will be missed by all who knew and loved him.

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Jan 3, 2021

Julian Lira Suarez, 58, was born July 2, 1962 in Mexico to Ismael & Ambrosia Lira.  Julio, as everyone knew him enjoyed talking to almost anyone.  He was often found talking to whom ever came around and to those he met from time to time anywhere.  He enjoyed walking and loved going to the local flea market. Mainly, Julio...

Jan 3, 2021

Johnny Julian Trujillo, 56, was born June 24, 1964 in Vaughn, NM to Fred & Orlie Trujillo.  Johnny was a catholic who enjoyed going to casinos, singing karaoke, and was known for joking around.  He was a big Pittsburg Steelers Fan and a master when it came to bar-b-queuing chicken. Most of all, Johnny loved spending time with his...

Jan 1, 2021

Services for Irene M. Wilson were held private at the family’s request.

Mrs.  Wilson was called to be with the Lord, Friday, January 1, 2021. She was born on May 20, 1950 to Abelardo and Elvira Mata. In 1965 Irene went onto marry the late Joe Bob Wilson Sr. in Lubbock. In 1976 she received her cosmetologist...

Dec 30, 2020

Armando Ramirez Jr. ,45, was born March 20, 1975 in Lubbock to Armando & Maria Eva Ramirez.  As an only child, Armando grew very close to his parents never moving away.  Their relationship stayed close till the very end. Maria Eva went to be with the Lord on September 16, 2018. Only two years later on December 7, 2020, her...

Dec 25, 2020

Maria Guadalupe Oliva-Pina, 78, was born December 17, 1942 in Mexico to Reyes and Martina Oliva.  She was a wonderful mother to eight children, 12 grandkids and twelve great grandchildren.  Maria was a wonderful homemaker and enjoyed feeding anyone that would come to her house. When you walked into her house, the smell of food made with love filled...

Dec 24, 2020

Iona Faye Burrow passed away peacefully on December 24, 2020 at Waco, TX after a short period of decline. She was born on December 29, 1915 in Eastland County, TX to Robert and May Middleton, the middle child of eleven.

She grew up on a farm in West Texas, learning to work hard and make do, even...

Dec 16, 2020

Eddie Diaz Sr., 61 was born on January 16, 1959 in O’Donnell, Texas to the late Juventino & Solia Diaz. Eddie was a simple man, he enjoyed taking rides on his motorcycle and spending time with his beloved dog “Daniel”. His greatest joy in life, however, was spending time with his family.

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Dec 16, 2020

Mrs. Ysabel Ramos went to be with the Lord on Wednesday, December 16, 2020.  She was born November 14, 1931 in Presidio, Texas to Jesus & Francisca Garcia.  She married Epifanio Ramos on July 24, 1948 in Barstow, Texas.  Epifanio and Ysabel moved to Lubbock in 1964 and settled in Abernathy for many years where Ysabel had many friends. ...

Dec 11, 2020

Josefina H. Guzman ,70, was born June 18, 1950 in Laredo, TX to Zaragoza & Clara Hernandez.  She graduated from Lorenzo High School in 1969 and later married Terso Guzman in Lubbock.  She worked for Lorenzo High School as a secretary and was also the district PEIMS Coordinator for many years.  She was a member of San Lorenzo Catholic Church....

Dec 8, 2020

Emma Dominguez 87 was born April 8, 1933 in Lubbock to Pablo & Carmen Dominguez.  She married Ramiro Munoz in Hereford and after his passing, later married Jesus Arana in Lubbock.  She was a lifelong homemaker who enjoyed singing, dancing, and going to church.  Her grandfather was the first Hispanic Methodist Pastor in Lubbock and founded La Trinidad Methodist Church. ...

Dec 1, 2020

Paula Cortez, 69 was born on March 2, 1951 in Hondo, Texas to Sylvester & Nona Gutierrez.  She married Ernest Luna Cortez on November 22, 1968 in Floydada and was a home maker.  Paula enjoyed being outside gardening and was passionate about her faith. She was a faithful member of Urbana Baptist Church and always made sure that her family...