Obituaries, M-R
The obituaries on this page are roughly alphabetical.Obituary for Enemecio S. Macias
submitted by Edgle Dyer
Services for Enemecio S. Macias, 70, of Brownfield, were held Wednesday, Nov. 23, 2005, in the Brownfield Funeral Home Memorial Chapel with Minister Enrique Hernandez officiating. Burial was in Brownfield Cemetery under the direction of Brownfield Funeral Home.
Mr. Macias died Monday, Nov. 21, 2005, in Lubbock. He was born Oct. 9, 1935, in Abasolo, Coahuila, Mexico, and was married to Maria Garza on April 5, 1954, in Rio Bravo, Tamaulipas, Mexico. He finished school in Mexico and moved to Brownfield in 1966 where he farmed for many years. He also drove a farm truck for more than 15 years. He was a member of the First Assembly of God Church.
He is survived by his wife and 14 children: Candy Leos, Angie Macias, Julie Moreno, Ida Macias, Eva Macias and Raul Macias, all of Dallas, J. Manual Macias and Enemecio Macias, Jr., both of Balch Springs, Noemie Martinez of Waco, Micael Macias of Hobbs, NM, Alice Jaromillo of Grants, NM, Abel Macias of Plano and Ruth Flores of Galveston.
Mr. Macias is also survived by four brothers - Belisario Macias and Juan Antonio Macias both of Edinburg, Saul Macias of Brownfield and Jose Maria Macias of Andrews; and by 41 grandchildren.
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Services for Enemecio S. Macias, 70, of Brownfield, were held Wednesday, Nov. 23, 2005, in the Brownfield Funeral Home Memorial Chapel with Minister Enrique Hernandez officiating. Burial was in Brownfield Cemetery under the direction of Brownfield Funeral Home.
Mr. Macias died Monday, Nov. 21, 2005, in Lubbock. He was born Oct. 9, 1935, in Abasolo, Coahuila, Mexico, and was married to Maria Garza on April 5, 1954, in Rio Bravo, Tamaulipas, Mexico. He finished school in Mexico and moved to Brownfield in 1966 where he farmed for many years. He also drove a farm truck for more than 15 years. He was a member of the First Assembly of God Church.
He is survived by his wife and 14 children: Candy Leos, Angie Macias, Julie Moreno, Ida Macias, Eva Macias and Raul Macias, all of Dallas, J. Manual Macias and Enemecio Macias, Jr., both of Balch Springs, Noemie Martinez of Waco, Micael Macias of Hobbs, NM, Alice Jaromillo of Grants, NM, Abel Macias of Plano and Ruth Flores of Galveston.
Mr. Macias is also survived by four brothers - Belisario Macias and Juan Antonio Macias both of Edinburg, Saul Macias of Brownfield and Jose Maria Macias of Andrews; and by 41 grandchildren.
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Obituary for Saul Sandoval Macias
submitted by Edgle Dyer Services for Saul Sandoval Macias, 59, of Brownfield were held Saturday, Sept. 22, 2007, in the Brownfield Funeral Home Memorial Chapel with Pastor Guillermo Molina officiating. Burial will be in Brownfield Cemetery.
Mr. Macias died Thursday, Sept. 20, 2007, in Lubbock. He was born May 21, 1948, in San Buenadventura, Coahuila and was married to Sofia Cedillo on Jan. 29, 1972, in San Buenadventura. They moved to Brownfield in 1973.
He was preceded in death by one sister and one brother. He is survived by his wife; one daughter--Sofie Simental of Brownfield and four sons--Saul Jr. and his wife--Lillie of Lubbock; Noe and his wife--Marissa and Eric and his wife-- Veronica, all of Del Rio and Jerry and his wife--Kesha of Brownfield.
Mr. Macias is also survived by three brothers--Jose of Andrews and Juan and Belisario, both of Edinburg. He is also survived by 11 grandchildren--Stephanie, Stacey, Saul, Joeangel, Mandy, Sofie, Saul, Roque, Victoria, Alisha and Gerardo.
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submitted by Edgle Dyer Services for Saul Sandoval Macias, 59, of Brownfield were held Saturday, Sept. 22, 2007, in the Brownfield Funeral Home Memorial Chapel with Pastor Guillermo Molina officiating. Burial will be in Brownfield Cemetery.
Mr. Macias died Thursday, Sept. 20, 2007, in Lubbock. He was born May 21, 1948, in San Buenadventura, Coahuila and was married to Sofia Cedillo on Jan. 29, 1972, in San Buenadventura. They moved to Brownfield in 1973.
He was preceded in death by one sister and one brother. He is survived by his wife; one daughter--Sofie Simental of Brownfield and four sons--Saul Jr. and his wife--Lillie of Lubbock; Noe and his wife--Marissa and Eric and his wife-- Veronica, all of Del Rio and Jerry and his wife--Kesha of Brownfield.
Mr. Macias is also survived by three brothers--Jose of Andrews and Juan and Belisario, both of Edinburg. He is also survived by 11 grandchildren--Stephanie, Stacey, Saul, Joeangel, Mandy, Sofie, Saul, Roque, Victoria, Alisha and Gerardo.
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Obituary for Betty Mackey
submitted by Edgle Dyer Betty Mackey, 57, passed from this life on Monday, Jan. 12, 2009, in Lubbock. Services for Mrs. Mackey were held Jan. 19, 2009, at Greater New Hope Baptist Church in Brownfield with Rev. Lawrence Washington officiating. Burial followed at Mt. Zion Cemetery in Brownfield. Visitation was Sunday, Jan. 18, at Mark A. Jones Funeral Directors in Brownfield.
Betty was born Aug. 31, 1951, to Dave and Oda Lee Mackey in Slaton and moved to Brownfield in 1970. She will be remembered most as a wonderful cook who never turned anyone away from her table. She was a Baptist.
Those left to cherish her memories include two sons, Roger Lee Mackey of Brownfield and Johnny Lee Mackey of Odessa; four daughters, La Shaunda Ann Wesley of Denver, Colo., Treva Neel Mackey of Brownfield, Deloris Marie Mackey and husband Leo Richard of Lubbock and Eva Lashawn Valenzuela; her husband Lupe of Odessa; one brother, Paul Mackey of Beaumont and one sister, Onita Ervin of Odessa. She is also leaves 15 grandchildren who she loved very much.
She is preceded in death by her parents, five sisters and three brothers.
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submitted by Edgle Dyer Betty Mackey, 57, passed from this life on Monday, Jan. 12, 2009, in Lubbock. Services for Mrs. Mackey were held Jan. 19, 2009, at Greater New Hope Baptist Church in Brownfield with Rev. Lawrence Washington officiating. Burial followed at Mt. Zion Cemetery in Brownfield. Visitation was Sunday, Jan. 18, at Mark A. Jones Funeral Directors in Brownfield.
Betty was born Aug. 31, 1951, to Dave and Oda Lee Mackey in Slaton and moved to Brownfield in 1970. She will be remembered most as a wonderful cook who never turned anyone away from her table. She was a Baptist.
Those left to cherish her memories include two sons, Roger Lee Mackey of Brownfield and Johnny Lee Mackey of Odessa; four daughters, La Shaunda Ann Wesley of Denver, Colo., Treva Neel Mackey of Brownfield, Deloris Marie Mackey and husband Leo Richard of Lubbock and Eva Lashawn Valenzuela; her husband Lupe of Odessa; one brother, Paul Mackey of Beaumont and one sister, Onita Ervin of Odessa. She is also leaves 15 grandchildren who she loved very much.
She is preceded in death by her parents, five sisters and three brothers.
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Obituary for Gene Mackey
submitted by Edgle Dyer
Graveside services for Gene Mackey, 83, of Brownfield were held Friday, March 9, in Terry County Memorial Cemetery with Rev. Chris Seaton officiating.
Mrs. Mackey died Wednesday, March 7, 2007, in Southwest Regional Medical Complex in Lubbock. She was born March 23, 1923, in Lubbock to Otto and Myrtie Welch and was married to Boyd C. Mackey on Jan. 14, 1943, in Lubbock. He died in 1980.
Mrs. Mackey attended school in Lubbock. She was a Baptist. Her favorite hobby was bowling and she had participated in numerous leagues through the years. When her husband was in the service, they moved to Lubbock and Mrs. Mackey worked in a hospital until he returned home. They then moved back to Brownfield. She worked for Doug Ryburn at the Fina Station for about 13 years and then for J.B.'s Steak House for about six or seven years.
Mrs. Mackey is survived by two sons---Clinton of Brownfield and Dana and his wife---Georgena of Lubbock and one daughter---Linda Skaggs and her husband---Frankie of Brownfield. She is also survived by one brother---Bill Welch of Lubbock and by seven grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by one grandson in 1993.
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Graveside services for Gene Mackey, 83, of Brownfield were held Friday, March 9, in Terry County Memorial Cemetery with Rev. Chris Seaton officiating.
Mrs. Mackey died Wednesday, March 7, 2007, in Southwest Regional Medical Complex in Lubbock. She was born March 23, 1923, in Lubbock to Otto and Myrtie Welch and was married to Boyd C. Mackey on Jan. 14, 1943, in Lubbock. He died in 1980.
Mrs. Mackey attended school in Lubbock. She was a Baptist. Her favorite hobby was bowling and she had participated in numerous leagues through the years. When her husband was in the service, they moved to Lubbock and Mrs. Mackey worked in a hospital until he returned home. They then moved back to Brownfield. She worked for Doug Ryburn at the Fina Station for about 13 years and then for J.B.'s Steak House for about six or seven years.
Mrs. Mackey is survived by two sons---Clinton of Brownfield and Dana and his wife---Georgena of Lubbock and one daughter---Linda Skaggs and her husband---Frankie of Brownfield. She is also survived by one brother---Bill Welch of Lubbock and by seven grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by one grandson in 1993.
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Obituary for Elizabeth Madera
submitted by Edgle Dyer
Services for Elizabeth Madera, 39, of Brownfield were held at 10 a.m. Friday, November 4, 2011, at Brownfield Funeral Home Chapel with Father Gerald Leatham officiating. Services were under the direction of Brownfield Funeral Home.
Elizabeth passed away November 1, 2011, at her home in Brownfield. She was born January 16, 1972, in Childress and married Zenon Madera on August 25, 1989, in Gorman. They moved to Brownfield seven years ago. She was Catholic.
She is preceded in death by her mother, Olga Contreras.
Elizabeth is survived by her husband, Zenon Madera, of Brownfield; a daughter, Kassandra Madera of Brownfield; three sons, Fernando Madera of Brownfield, Christopher Eric Madera of Brownfield and Timothy Lee Guerra of Brownfield; and two sisters, Liza Contreras and Irma Contreras.
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Services for Elizabeth Madera, 39, of Brownfield were held at 10 a.m. Friday, November 4, 2011, at Brownfield Funeral Home Chapel with Father Gerald Leatham officiating. Services were under the direction of Brownfield Funeral Home.
Elizabeth passed away November 1, 2011, at her home in Brownfield. She was born January 16, 1972, in Childress and married Zenon Madera on August 25, 1989, in Gorman. They moved to Brownfield seven years ago. She was Catholic.
She is preceded in death by her mother, Olga Contreras.
Elizabeth is survived by her husband, Zenon Madera, of Brownfield; a daughter, Kassandra Madera of Brownfield; three sons, Fernando Madera of Brownfield, Christopher Eric Madera of Brownfield and Timothy Lee Guerra of Brownfield; and two sisters, Liza Contreras and Irma Contreras.
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Obituary for Domingo "Sonny" Madrigal
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Services for Domingo "Sonny" Dias Madrigal, 78 of Brownfield will be at 2pm, Monday, June 4, 2012, at St. Anthony's Catholic Church with his son, Father Hector J. Madrigal and Father Gerald Leatham officiating. Burial will be in Brownfield Cemetery under the direction of Brownfield Funeral Home.
Rosary will be at 6-8pm, Sunday at the Funeral Home. He will be in state for viewing Saturday and Sunday. Sonny departed this life on Thursday, May 31, 2012, at his home in Brownfield.
He was born January 21, 1934, in Beeville, Texas to Esteban and Elojia Dias Madrigal. Sonny was raised in Terry County by his father and step mother, Teresa Alvarez. He married the mother of his children, Evangelina Jaquez on Feb. 14, 1953. He was a U.S. Army Veteran serving in Panama, and was an avid sports fan and talented singer. He was a member of St. Anthony's Catholic Church and the Cursillo Movement.
Sonny is survived by his daughters, Gloria Madrigal of Brownfield and Norma Madrigal of Brownfield; sons, Father Hector J. Madrigal of Amarillo, Domingo J. Madrigal of Brownfield and Estevan J. Madrigal and wife Tina of Rowlett; grandchildren, Richard, Minerva, Anna, Michael, Leticia, Jamie, Mandy, Ramiro, Andrew, Oscar and baby Madrigal; and by 20 great grandchildren. He is preceded in death by his parents; a son, Oscar J. Madrigal; and 2 great grandsons.
submitted by Edgle Dyer
Services for Domingo "Sonny" Dias Madrigal, 78 of Brownfield will be at 2pm, Monday, June 4, 2012, at St. Anthony's Catholic Church with his son, Father Hector J. Madrigal and Father Gerald Leatham officiating. Burial will be in Brownfield Cemetery under the direction of Brownfield Funeral Home.
Rosary will be at 6-8pm, Sunday at the Funeral Home. He will be in state for viewing Saturday and Sunday. Sonny departed this life on Thursday, May 31, 2012, at his home in Brownfield.
He was born January 21, 1934, in Beeville, Texas to Esteban and Elojia Dias Madrigal. Sonny was raised in Terry County by his father and step mother, Teresa Alvarez. He married the mother of his children, Evangelina Jaquez on Feb. 14, 1953. He was a U.S. Army Veteran serving in Panama, and was an avid sports fan and talented singer. He was a member of St. Anthony's Catholic Church and the Cursillo Movement.
Sonny is survived by his daughters, Gloria Madrigal of Brownfield and Norma Madrigal of Brownfield; sons, Father Hector J. Madrigal of Amarillo, Domingo J. Madrigal of Brownfield and Estevan J. Madrigal and wife Tina of Rowlett; grandchildren, Richard, Minerva, Anna, Michael, Leticia, Jamie, Mandy, Ramiro, Andrew, Oscar and baby Madrigal; and by 20 great grandchildren. He is preceded in death by his parents; a son, Oscar J. Madrigal; and 2 great grandsons.
Obituary for Ubaldo Mares
submitted by Edgle Dyer
Funeral Services for Ubaldo Mares, 78, of Brownfield were held Friday, November 18, in St. Anthony's Catholic Church with Father Gerald Leatham officiating. Burial was in Brownfield Cemetery under the direction of Mark A. Jones Funeral Directors.
Mr. Mares died Sunday, Nov. 13, 2005, in University Medical Center in Lubbock. He moved from Plainview to Brownfield in 1986 and had been employed by Xcel Meat Packing as a butcher.
Mr. Mares is survived by his wife, Lucille Vidales; 5 sons: Ubaldo, Jr. of Houston, Jose of Lansing, Mich., and Oscar, Francisco and Richard, all of Holland, Mich., and 3 stepsons: Pete and Joe Vidales, both of Brownfield, and Juan Vidales of Lubbock. He is also survived by 3 daughters: Angelica Gayton, Martha Penaloza and Hilda Castellanos, of Holland, Mich., and 7 step-daughters: Erminia Contreras, Gloria Grimaldo, Josie Dias, Corina Sepeda and Maggie Vidales, all of Lubbock, Lucy Constante of Dallas, and Adelida Acevedo of Round Rock, Mich.
He is also survived by 2 brothers: Juan of Monterrey, Mexico, and Jessie of Itasca, and 3 sisters: Maria and Ma. Jorgelina Mares, both of Maquelles, Tam., Mexico, and Rosa Mares of Alice. Mr. Mares is also survived by 29 grandchildren, 18 great-grandchildren, 60 step-grandchildren, 119 step great-grandchildren and 20 step-great-great- grandchildren.
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submitted by Edgle Dyer
Funeral Services for Ubaldo Mares, 78, of Brownfield were held Friday, November 18, in St. Anthony's Catholic Church with Father Gerald Leatham officiating. Burial was in Brownfield Cemetery under the direction of Mark A. Jones Funeral Directors.
Mr. Mares died Sunday, Nov. 13, 2005, in University Medical Center in Lubbock. He moved from Plainview to Brownfield in 1986 and had been employed by Xcel Meat Packing as a butcher.
Mr. Mares is survived by his wife, Lucille Vidales; 5 sons: Ubaldo, Jr. of Houston, Jose of Lansing, Mich., and Oscar, Francisco and Richard, all of Holland, Mich., and 3 stepsons: Pete and Joe Vidales, both of Brownfield, and Juan Vidales of Lubbock. He is also survived by 3 daughters: Angelica Gayton, Martha Penaloza and Hilda Castellanos, of Holland, Mich., and 7 step-daughters: Erminia Contreras, Gloria Grimaldo, Josie Dias, Corina Sepeda and Maggie Vidales, all of Lubbock, Lucy Constante of Dallas, and Adelida Acevedo of Round Rock, Mich.
He is also survived by 2 brothers: Juan of Monterrey, Mexico, and Jessie of Itasca, and 3 sisters: Maria and Ma. Jorgelina Mares, both of Maquelles, Tam., Mexico, and Rosa Mares of Alice. Mr. Mares is also survived by 29 grandchildren, 18 great-grandchildren, 60 step-grandchildren, 119 step great-grandchildren and 20 step-great-great- grandchildren.
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Obituary for Pedro Marroquin, Jr.
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Visitation for Mr. Marroquin was held Tuesday, July 24, 2012, and Wednesday July 25, 2012, with a prayer service following. Funeral service will be held Thursday, July 26, 2012, at Templo Betel in Brownfield with Pastor Santos Gamez officiating. Burial will follow at Brownfield Cemetery. Services are entrusted to Mark A. Jones Funeral Directors of Brownfield.
Mr. Marroquin was born on May 16, 1957, to Pedro and Margarita Marroquin Sr. in Floresville. He married the love of his life, Julia Alvarado, on July 15, 1978, in Brownfield.
Pedro loved watching sports, collecting Dallas Cowboys memorabilia and rebuilding cars. He enjoyed joking around with people and making them laugh. He was a good husband, father, grandfather, son and brother and a good friend. He was a hard worker and was always there for everyone. Pedro was known to everyone as "Papi."
Those left to cherish his memories are his wife, Julia, of 34 years, of the home; two sons, Pete "Pingo" Marroquin III and wife Vicki and Izaiah "Buddy" Marroquin both of Brownfield; two daughters, Melinda Marroquin and Nakita Silva and husband Roman, both of Brownfield; two brothers, Amador Marroquin of Lamesa and Adolfo Marroquin of Lubbock; two sisters, Gloria Leal and husband Daniel of Donalsonville, Ga., and Adelmira Ramirez and husband Jorge of Brownfield. He also leaves behind nine grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by his parents; three brothers, Ruben, Robert and Tony Marroquin; father-in-law, Rudy Alvarado Sr.; mother-in-law, Dominga Garcia and several aunts and uncles.
submitted by Edgle Dyer
Visitation for Mr. Marroquin was held Tuesday, July 24, 2012, and Wednesday July 25, 2012, with a prayer service following. Funeral service will be held Thursday, July 26, 2012, at Templo Betel in Brownfield with Pastor Santos Gamez officiating. Burial will follow at Brownfield Cemetery. Services are entrusted to Mark A. Jones Funeral Directors of Brownfield.
Mr. Marroquin was born on May 16, 1957, to Pedro and Margarita Marroquin Sr. in Floresville. He married the love of his life, Julia Alvarado, on July 15, 1978, in Brownfield.
Pedro loved watching sports, collecting Dallas Cowboys memorabilia and rebuilding cars. He enjoyed joking around with people and making them laugh. He was a good husband, father, grandfather, son and brother and a good friend. He was a hard worker and was always there for everyone. Pedro was known to everyone as "Papi."
Those left to cherish his memories are his wife, Julia, of 34 years, of the home; two sons, Pete "Pingo" Marroquin III and wife Vicki and Izaiah "Buddy" Marroquin both of Brownfield; two daughters, Melinda Marroquin and Nakita Silva and husband Roman, both of Brownfield; two brothers, Amador Marroquin of Lamesa and Adolfo Marroquin of Lubbock; two sisters, Gloria Leal and husband Daniel of Donalsonville, Ga., and Adelmira Ramirez and husband Jorge of Brownfield. He also leaves behind nine grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by his parents; three brothers, Ruben, Robert and Tony Marroquin; father-in-law, Rudy Alvarado Sr.; mother-in-law, Dominga Garcia and several aunts and uncles.
Obituary for Pete R. Marroquin
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Pete R. Marroquin, age 77 of Brownfield, passed away Thursday, September 6, 2007, in Lubbock.
There will be a prayer service held Thursday and Friday evenings, September 6 and 7th at the New Jerusalem Church in Brownfield. The Funeral Service will be Saturday, September 8, 2007, 2:00 P.M. at the New Jerusalem Church with Pastor Frank Balderez officiating. Burial will follow at the Brownfield Cemetery.
Mr. Marroquin was born on September 20, 1929, to Alfredo L. and Manuela Marroquin in Floresville, Texas. He lived there until 1972 when he moved to Brownfield.
On September 29, 1972, he married Angelita Garcia in Brownfield. He was a Baptist and was a member of the New Jerusalem Church. He worked as a farmer and Gin Worker. He was employed by Pendergrass Gin in Wellman until 1979 when he retired.
Those left to cherish his memory include his wife, Angelita, of the home, 3 sons: Pete, Jr., Adolfo and Amador, all of Brownfield. 2 daughters: Gloria M. Leal of Donalsonville, Georgia and Adelmira M. Ramirez of Brownfield. 1 Sister: Soyla Vasquez of Wellman. He also left 27 Grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by his Brothers: Alfredo, Joe and Amos and 3 Sisters: Lydia Servantez, Maria Martinez and Josefina Flores.
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Pete R. Marroquin, age 77 of Brownfield, passed away Thursday, September 6, 2007, in Lubbock.
There will be a prayer service held Thursday and Friday evenings, September 6 and 7th at the New Jerusalem Church in Brownfield. The Funeral Service will be Saturday, September 8, 2007, 2:00 P.M. at the New Jerusalem Church with Pastor Frank Balderez officiating. Burial will follow at the Brownfield Cemetery.
Mr. Marroquin was born on September 20, 1929, to Alfredo L. and Manuela Marroquin in Floresville, Texas. He lived there until 1972 when he moved to Brownfield.
On September 29, 1972, he married Angelita Garcia in Brownfield. He was a Baptist and was a member of the New Jerusalem Church. He worked as a farmer and Gin Worker. He was employed by Pendergrass Gin in Wellman until 1979 when he retired.
Those left to cherish his memory include his wife, Angelita, of the home, 3 sons: Pete, Jr., Adolfo and Amador, all of Brownfield. 2 daughters: Gloria M. Leal of Donalsonville, Georgia and Adelmira M. Ramirez of Brownfield. 1 Sister: Soyla Vasquez of Wellman. He also left 27 Grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by his Brothers: Alfredo, Joe and Amos and 3 Sisters: Lydia Servantez, Maria Martinez and Josefina Flores.
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Obituary for Thelma Inez Joplin Marr
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Thelma Inez Marr went to be with her Lord and Savior on November 26, 2009. A service to celebrate her 98 years of life was held at 2 p.m., Tuesday, December 1, at the First Baptist Church in Meadow followed by a committal service at Meadow Cemetery.
Thelma Inez was born on October 24, 1911, to Benjamin and Mary Peller Clemmer in Putman. On December 10, 1930, she married Louis Ray Joplin in Clovis, New Mexico, and he preceded her in death on January 9, 1937. She married Raymond Marr, and he preceded her in death.
Thelma was a resident of Meadow, where she drove a school bus for several years in order to provide for her children following her husband, Louis' death.
She is preceded in death by her parents, siblings, and four babies.
Thelma is survived by her son, Lawrence Ray Joplin and wife, Ruth of Lubbock; daughter, Doris Eugenia Bezdek of Hillsboro; sister, Rowena Caswell of Meadow; four grandchildren, nine great-grandchildren and eight great-great grandchildren.
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Thelma Inez Marr went to be with her Lord and Savior on November 26, 2009. A service to celebrate her 98 years of life was held at 2 p.m., Tuesday, December 1, at the First Baptist Church in Meadow followed by a committal service at Meadow Cemetery.
Thelma Inez was born on October 24, 1911, to Benjamin and Mary Peller Clemmer in Putman. On December 10, 1930, she married Louis Ray Joplin in Clovis, New Mexico, and he preceded her in death on January 9, 1937. She married Raymond Marr, and he preceded her in death.
Thelma was a resident of Meadow, where she drove a school bus for several years in order to provide for her children following her husband, Louis' death.
She is preceded in death by her parents, siblings, and four babies.
Thelma is survived by her son, Lawrence Ray Joplin and wife, Ruth of Lubbock; daughter, Doris Eugenia Bezdek of Hillsboro; sister, Rowena Caswell of Meadow; four grandchildren, nine great-grandchildren and eight great-great grandchildren.
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Obituary for Sarah Annis Auburg Marshall
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Graveside services for Sarah Annis Auburg Marshall, 92, formerly of Brownfield were held Sat. Oct. 13 in Terry County Memorial Cemetery. Mrs. Marshall passed away Thursday, Oct. 11, 2007, in Midland.
She was born July 23, 1915, in Hall County, to Fredrick David and Ruth Auburg and was to married Kenneth Marshall, Jan. 8, 1940, in Albuquerque, N.M. He preceded her in death, Oct. 14, 1982. They moved to Brownfield in 1962. She is also preceded in death by her parents, four brothers and two sisters.
Mrs. Marshall is survived by three brothers---Bill Auburg of Midland, Charles S. Auburg of Knox City and Joe Don Auburg of Santa Fe, N.M.; one sister---Magdalene Stevenson of Humboldt, Kans. and one nephew---David Auburg of Brownfield.
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Graveside services for Sarah Annis Auburg Marshall, 92, formerly of Brownfield were held Sat. Oct. 13 in Terry County Memorial Cemetery. Mrs. Marshall passed away Thursday, Oct. 11, 2007, in Midland.
She was born July 23, 1915, in Hall County, to Fredrick David and Ruth Auburg and was to married Kenneth Marshall, Jan. 8, 1940, in Albuquerque, N.M. He preceded her in death, Oct. 14, 1982. They moved to Brownfield in 1962. She is also preceded in death by her parents, four brothers and two sisters.
Mrs. Marshall is survived by three brothers---Bill Auburg of Midland, Charles S. Auburg of Knox City and Joe Don Auburg of Santa Fe, N.M.; one sister---Magdalene Stevenson of Humboldt, Kans. and one nephew---David Auburg of Brownfield.
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Obituary for Bertha Marsh
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Bertha Marsh, 96, of Brownfield, passed away on Monday, November 9, 2009, at her home. Service will be at 10:00 a.m. Thursday, Nov. 12, 2009, at Bethel Baptist Church with Rev. Charles Day officiating. Interment will follow in Terry County Memorial Cemetery under the direction of Brownfield Funeral Home.
Bertha was born on April 4, 1913, in Del Kalb to Willie Wesley and Sarah Francis Day. She married Willie Richard Marsh "Bill" on Oct. 3, 1930, in Ovalo. They moved to Brownfield in 1942. He preceded her in death on Jan. 3, 1997.
She was also preceded in death by her parents; eight brothers, Leo, Horace, Mutt, Pete, Henry, William, Billy Jack and Wayne Day; and four sisters, Dorothy, Dovie, Doris and Oceal. She was a member of Bethel Baptist Church.
Bertha is survived by two daughters, Betty Jo Hungerford and Shirley Riddlehuber of Brownfield; five grandchildren and 12 great grandchildren; seven great great grandchildren and 2 sisters, Ruby Groves of Brownfield and Wanda Lenderman of Tatum, NM.
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Bertha Marsh, 96, of Brownfield, passed away on Monday, November 9, 2009, at her home. Service will be at 10:00 a.m. Thursday, Nov. 12, 2009, at Bethel Baptist Church with Rev. Charles Day officiating. Interment will follow in Terry County Memorial Cemetery under the direction of Brownfield Funeral Home.
Bertha was born on April 4, 1913, in Del Kalb to Willie Wesley and Sarah Francis Day. She married Willie Richard Marsh "Bill" on Oct. 3, 1930, in Ovalo. They moved to Brownfield in 1942. He preceded her in death on Jan. 3, 1997.
She was also preceded in death by her parents; eight brothers, Leo, Horace, Mutt, Pete, Henry, William, Billy Jack and Wayne Day; and four sisters, Dorothy, Dovie, Doris and Oceal. She was a member of Bethel Baptist Church.
Bertha is survived by two daughters, Betty Jo Hungerford and Shirley Riddlehuber of Brownfield; five grandchildren and 12 great grandchildren; seven great great grandchildren and 2 sisters, Ruby Groves of Brownfield and Wanda Lenderman of Tatum, NM.
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Obituary for Bonnie Martin
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Bonnie Martin, age 69, passed from this life on December 4, 2011, in Lubbock..
Visitation for Ms. Martin is 9:00 A.M. - 8:00 P.M. Wednesday, December 7, 2011, with family visitation 5:30 P.M. - 7:30 P.M. Services will be 2:00 P.M. Thursday, December 8, 2011, at Calvary Baptist Church in Brownfield with Pastor Steve Carter officiating. Burial will follow at Brownfield Cemetery.
Ms. Martin was born on January 5, 1942, to Arthur and Vivan Giddens in El Reno, Oklahoma. She married the love of her life, Jay C Martin, on June 27, 1958, in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. He preceded her in death on October 4, 2001. She is also preceded in death by her parents.
Ms. Martin liked to garden, collect bells and loved to cook, bake and sew. She listened to country music and danced. She enjoyed playing games and loved John Wayne and Elvis movies. Her family will remember that she loved to read the Bible, and loved animals. She enjoyed being outdoors. She was a great mother and grandmother and took pride in her home.
Those left to cherish her memories are 3 daughters: Cecily Sebesta and husband Dennis of Caldwell, Texas, Jeannie Greenfield and husband Bill of Beaver, Oklahoma, and Deana Bridgers and husband Jimmy of Brownfield, Texas; 5 Brothers: Leroy Giddens of Moore, Oklahoma, Jack Giddens of Ramona, California, Charlie Giddens of Edmond, Oklahoma, Lawrence Giddens of Macomb, Oklahoma, and Alan Giddens of Shawnee, Oklahoma; 1 sister-in-law Melody Davis of Amarillo.
She also leaves behind 5 grandchildren.
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Bonnie Martin, age 69, passed from this life on December 4, 2011, in Lubbock..
Visitation for Ms. Martin is 9:00 A.M. - 8:00 P.M. Wednesday, December 7, 2011, with family visitation 5:30 P.M. - 7:30 P.M. Services will be 2:00 P.M. Thursday, December 8, 2011, at Calvary Baptist Church in Brownfield with Pastor Steve Carter officiating. Burial will follow at Brownfield Cemetery.
Ms. Martin was born on January 5, 1942, to Arthur and Vivan Giddens in El Reno, Oklahoma. She married the love of her life, Jay C Martin, on June 27, 1958, in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. He preceded her in death on October 4, 2001. She is also preceded in death by her parents.
Ms. Martin liked to garden, collect bells and loved to cook, bake and sew. She listened to country music and danced. She enjoyed playing games and loved John Wayne and Elvis movies. Her family will remember that she loved to read the Bible, and loved animals. She enjoyed being outdoors. She was a great mother and grandmother and took pride in her home.
Those left to cherish her memories are 3 daughters: Cecily Sebesta and husband Dennis of Caldwell, Texas, Jeannie Greenfield and husband Bill of Beaver, Oklahoma, and Deana Bridgers and husband Jimmy of Brownfield, Texas; 5 Brothers: Leroy Giddens of Moore, Oklahoma, Jack Giddens of Ramona, California, Charlie Giddens of Edmond, Oklahoma, Lawrence Giddens of Macomb, Oklahoma, and Alan Giddens of Shawnee, Oklahoma; 1 sister-in-law Melody Davis of Amarillo.
She also leaves behind 5 grandchildren.
Obituary for Edrie Elouise "Bitsy" Martin
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Services for Edrie Elouise "Bitsy" Martin, 88, of Brownfield were held Monday, Aug. 6, in the Brownfield Church of Christ with Bob Reynolds and Rev. John Snider officiating. Interment was in Terry County Memorial Cemetery.
Mrs. Martin died Saturday, Aug. 4, 2007, in Brownfield. She was born April 20, 1919, in Knox County to Henry L. and Clemmie Serena Lee. She graduated from Tokio High School and married Reg Martin, Jan. 7, 1941, in Brownfield. He preceded her in death Aug. 2, 1994.
She and her husband farmed for many years. She was a member of the Brownfield Quilting Club and the Terry Co. and Yoakum Co. Home Demonstration Club. She was a member of the Brownfield Church of Christ.
In addition to her husband, she is preceded in death by a grandson, Jody Lee Hart, in 1996; five sisters and six brothers.
She is survived by two sons--Reggie and Lee, both of Brownfield; two daughters---Ethel Hart of Aspermont and Ann Heathcoat of Brownfield and by seven grandchildren and six great grandchildren.
Brownfield News
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Services for Edrie Elouise "Bitsy" Martin, 88, of Brownfield were held Monday, Aug. 6, in the Brownfield Church of Christ with Bob Reynolds and Rev. John Snider officiating. Interment was in Terry County Memorial Cemetery.
Mrs. Martin died Saturday, Aug. 4, 2007, in Brownfield. She was born April 20, 1919, in Knox County to Henry L. and Clemmie Serena Lee. She graduated from Tokio High School and married Reg Martin, Jan. 7, 1941, in Brownfield. He preceded her in death Aug. 2, 1994.
She and her husband farmed for many years. She was a member of the Brownfield Quilting Club and the Terry Co. and Yoakum Co. Home Demonstration Club. She was a member of the Brownfield Church of Christ.
In addition to her husband, she is preceded in death by a grandson, Jody Lee Hart, in 1996; five sisters and six brothers.
She is survived by two sons--Reggie and Lee, both of Brownfield; two daughters---Ethel Hart of Aspermont and Ann Heathcoat of Brownfield and by seven grandchildren and six great grandchildren.
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Obituary for Clemente Martinez
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Services for Clemente Martinez, 81, of Brownfield were held at 10 a.m. Monday, September 20, 2010, at Calvary Baptist Church with Rev. Steve Carter and Marcelino Banda officiating. Burial was in Meadow Cemetery under the direction of Brownfield Funeral Home. He went to be with the Lord peacefully at his home in Brownfield on September 17, 2010.
Clemente was in state Sunday at Brownfield Funeral Home, and a prayer service and visitation was held that evening.
He was born July 25, 1929, in Gillett, Texas to Isaac and Maria Martinez and moved to Brownfield in 1969. He was a farmer. He attended Calvary Baptist Church.
Clemente is preceded in death by three brothers, Jose Martinez, Benito Martinez and Ruben Martinez.
He is survived by five children, David Martinez and wife Betty of Brownfield, Felix Martinez and wife Mary of Brownfield, Clarissa Rodriguez and husband Joe of Wolfforth, Liz Moroles and husband Joe of Odessa and Jeffrey Perez and wife Yvette of Lubbock; five sisters, Ofelia Garza of Lubbock, Consuelo Rodriguez of Ropesville, Elida Carter of Elfrida, Ariz., Adelita Alonzo of Meadow and Eloiza Guzman of Loop; two brothers, Anselmo Martinez and Raul Martinez, both of Meadow; 18 grandchildren and 12 great grandchildren.
Brownfield News
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Services for Clemente Martinez, 81, of Brownfield were held at 10 a.m. Monday, September 20, 2010, at Calvary Baptist Church with Rev. Steve Carter and Marcelino Banda officiating. Burial was in Meadow Cemetery under the direction of Brownfield Funeral Home. He went to be with the Lord peacefully at his home in Brownfield on September 17, 2010.
Clemente was in state Sunday at Brownfield Funeral Home, and a prayer service and visitation was held that evening.
He was born July 25, 1929, in Gillett, Texas to Isaac and Maria Martinez and moved to Brownfield in 1969. He was a farmer. He attended Calvary Baptist Church.
Clemente is preceded in death by three brothers, Jose Martinez, Benito Martinez and Ruben Martinez.
He is survived by five children, David Martinez and wife Betty of Brownfield, Felix Martinez and wife Mary of Brownfield, Clarissa Rodriguez and husband Joe of Wolfforth, Liz Moroles and husband Joe of Odessa and Jeffrey Perez and wife Yvette of Lubbock; five sisters, Ofelia Garza of Lubbock, Consuelo Rodriguez of Ropesville, Elida Carter of Elfrida, Ariz., Adelita Alonzo of Meadow and Eloiza Guzman of Loop; two brothers, Anselmo Martinez and Raul Martinez, both of Meadow; 18 grandchildren and 12 great grandchildren.
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Obituary for Lucia Martinez
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Lucia Martinez, 78, of Brownfield went home to be with her sweet Jesus on Friday, June 19, 2009, in Brownfield. Services were held Tuesday, June 23, at St. Anthony's Catholic Church with Father Gerald Leatham officiating. Burial was in Brownfield Cemetery under the direction of Brownfield Funeral Home. Rosary was held Monday, June 22 at Brownfield Funeral Home.
Lucia was born December 30, 1930, in Karnes City to Jacinto and Francisca Garcia. She married Luis Martinez on November 1, 1952, in Karnes City. He preceded her in death in 1962. She then moved to Brownfield in 1970.
She is also preceded in death by her son, Daniel Martinez; four sisters, Anita Morin, Salome Alaniz, Angelita Alaniz and Maria Villegas and four brothers, Pablo Garcia, Amador Garcia, Juan Garcia and Suzano Garcia. Lucia was a loving mother, grandmother and great grandmother and will be missed dearly by her family.
Lucia is survived by four daughters, Mary Lira of Sinton, Olga Beltran, Janie Franco and Linda Garcia, all of Brownfield; four sons, David Martinez, Joe Martinez, Jimmy Martinez and Johnny Martinez, all of Brownfield; 31 grandchildren; 35 great grandchildren; 1 great great grandchild and three brothers, Martin Garcia of Plains, Jesus Garcia of Lamesa and Gregorio Garcia of Kansas.
Brownfield News
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Lucia Martinez, 78, of Brownfield went home to be with her sweet Jesus on Friday, June 19, 2009, in Brownfield. Services were held Tuesday, June 23, at St. Anthony's Catholic Church with Father Gerald Leatham officiating. Burial was in Brownfield Cemetery under the direction of Brownfield Funeral Home. Rosary was held Monday, June 22 at Brownfield Funeral Home.
Lucia was born December 30, 1930, in Karnes City to Jacinto and Francisca Garcia. She married Luis Martinez on November 1, 1952, in Karnes City. He preceded her in death in 1962. She then moved to Brownfield in 1970.
She is also preceded in death by her son, Daniel Martinez; four sisters, Anita Morin, Salome Alaniz, Angelita Alaniz and Maria Villegas and four brothers, Pablo Garcia, Amador Garcia, Juan Garcia and Suzano Garcia. Lucia was a loving mother, grandmother and great grandmother and will be missed dearly by her family.
Lucia is survived by four daughters, Mary Lira of Sinton, Olga Beltran, Janie Franco and Linda Garcia, all of Brownfield; four sons, David Martinez, Joe Martinez, Jimmy Martinez and Johnny Martinez, all of Brownfield; 31 grandchildren; 35 great grandchildren; 1 great great grandchild and three brothers, Martin Garcia of Plains, Jesus Garcia of Lamesa and Gregorio Garcia of Kansas.
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Obituary for Pete Anthony Martinez, Jr.
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Pete Anthony Martinez, Jr., 25, of Brownfield went to be with the Lord on Monday, July 20, 2009 in Brownfield. Services were held at 10:30 a.m. Friday, July 24, at United in Christ New Vision Center Church, 210 W. Reppto St., with Rev. Mike Moreno officiating. Burial will follow at Terry County Memorial Cemetery under the direction of Brownfield Funeral Home.
Pete was born on June 8, 1984, in Brownfield to Pete Anthony Martinez and Nora Guzman Rodriguez. He attended schools in Brownfield. He had recently been speaking as a motivational speaker for PlainTalk, having a positive influence on many people because of the changes he had made in his own life.
Pete is survived by his parents, Nora Rodriguez and Pete Martinez, Sr. of Brownfield; his brother, Labon Bean Phergson of Brownfield; two sisters, Libbyon Bean Phergson and Andrea Nora Guzman of Brownfield and his grandfather, Rodolfo Guzman of Brownfield and numerous aunts, uncles, nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his paternal grandparents, Marcario and Paula Martinez, Sr. and his paternal great grandparents, Pedro and Juanita Pina, his uncle, Albert Martinez, his maternal grandmother, Antonia Torres Guzman, his uncle, Guadalupe Guzman and his aunt, Antonia Guzman.
Brownfield News
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Pete Anthony Martinez, Jr., 25, of Brownfield went to be with the Lord on Monday, July 20, 2009 in Brownfield. Services were held at 10:30 a.m. Friday, July 24, at United in Christ New Vision Center Church, 210 W. Reppto St., with Rev. Mike Moreno officiating. Burial will follow at Terry County Memorial Cemetery under the direction of Brownfield Funeral Home.
Pete was born on June 8, 1984, in Brownfield to Pete Anthony Martinez and Nora Guzman Rodriguez. He attended schools in Brownfield. He had recently been speaking as a motivational speaker for PlainTalk, having a positive influence on many people because of the changes he had made in his own life.
Pete is survived by his parents, Nora Rodriguez and Pete Martinez, Sr. of Brownfield; his brother, Labon Bean Phergson of Brownfield; two sisters, Libbyon Bean Phergson and Andrea Nora Guzman of Brownfield and his grandfather, Rodolfo Guzman of Brownfield and numerous aunts, uncles, nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his paternal grandparents, Marcario and Paula Martinez, Sr. and his paternal great grandparents, Pedro and Juanita Pina, his uncle, Albert Martinez, his maternal grandmother, Antonia Torres Guzman, his uncle, Guadalupe Guzman and his aunt, Antonia Guzman.
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Obituary for Ricardo Alaniz Martinez, Jr.
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Services for Ricardo Alaniz Martinez, Jr., 42, of Brownfield will be held at 10A.M., Friday, September 9, 2011, at Brownfield Funeral Home Chapel with Plutarco Garcia officiating, followed by cremation under the direction of Brownfield Funeral Home.
Visitation will be held Thursday, 6-8P.M. at Brownfield Funeral Home.
Ricardo was born in Brownfield on May 15, 1969, to Ricardo and Elvira Martinez. He attended Meadow High School and South Plains College in Levelland. Ricardo was a dedicated grocery manager for United Grocery in Brownfield. He will be dearly missed by his family, friends and co-workers.
Ricardo leaves behind his son, Justin Martinez of Brownfield, daughter, Kali Martinez of San Angelo, parents, Ricardo Sr. and Elvira Martinez of Meadow, sister, Joan Magana of Brownfield, niece, Emily Magana of Brownfield and a nephew Matthew Magana of Brownfield.
Brownfield News
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Services for Ricardo Alaniz Martinez, Jr., 42, of Brownfield will be held at 10A.M., Friday, September 9, 2011, at Brownfield Funeral Home Chapel with Plutarco Garcia officiating, followed by cremation under the direction of Brownfield Funeral Home.
Visitation will be held Thursday, 6-8P.M. at Brownfield Funeral Home.
Ricardo was born in Brownfield on May 15, 1969, to Ricardo and Elvira Martinez. He attended Meadow High School and South Plains College in Levelland. Ricardo was a dedicated grocery manager for United Grocery in Brownfield. He will be dearly missed by his family, friends and co-workers.
Ricardo leaves behind his son, Justin Martinez of Brownfield, daughter, Kali Martinez of San Angelo, parents, Ricardo Sr. and Elvira Martinez of Meadow, sister, Joan Magana of Brownfield, niece, Emily Magana of Brownfield and a nephew Matthew Magana of Brownfield.
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Obituary for Domingo Martinez
submitted by Edgle Dyer
Services for Domingo Martinez, 84, of Brownfield will be held at 10AM on Wednesday, March 14, 2012, at St. Anthony's Catholic Church with Father Gerald Leatham officiating.
Visitation will be held on Tuesday from 6-8pm.
Domingo was born on March 11, 1928, in Skidmore to Ignacio and Ramona Martinez. He married Eva Medina on October 15, 1955, in New Braunfels. Domingo was a member of St. Anthony's Catholic Church. He founded L.A.C.I.O. and was a fighter for equality. Domingo owned and operated Martinez barber shop until he retired. He was a supporter in the George Mahon Campaign in which he attended senate sessions while at the same time was active in city government roles by assisting city employees in receiving insurance benefits and volunteering for community action meals on wheels
Domingo is survived by his wife, Eva Martinez of Brownfield; 2 daughters Herlinda Martinez Nunez and Yolanda Patricia Perez; 6 grandchildren, Raul Nunez, Eric Perez, Angel Rodriguez, Jose Rodriguez, Miguel Rodriguez and Andrea Rodriguez; 11 great grandchildren; 3 sisters and 2 brothers.
He is preceded in death by his parents; 2 sisters and a brother
submitted by Edgle Dyer
Services for Domingo Martinez, 84, of Brownfield will be held at 10AM on Wednesday, March 14, 2012, at St. Anthony's Catholic Church with Father Gerald Leatham officiating.
Visitation will be held on Tuesday from 6-8pm.
Domingo was born on March 11, 1928, in Skidmore to Ignacio and Ramona Martinez. He married Eva Medina on October 15, 1955, in New Braunfels. Domingo was a member of St. Anthony's Catholic Church. He founded L.A.C.I.O. and was a fighter for equality. Domingo owned and operated Martinez barber shop until he retired. He was a supporter in the George Mahon Campaign in which he attended senate sessions while at the same time was active in city government roles by assisting city employees in receiving insurance benefits and volunteering for community action meals on wheels
Domingo is survived by his wife, Eva Martinez of Brownfield; 2 daughters Herlinda Martinez Nunez and Yolanda Patricia Perez; 6 grandchildren, Raul Nunez, Eric Perez, Angel Rodriguez, Jose Rodriguez, Miguel Rodriguez and Andrea Rodriguez; 11 great grandchildren; 3 sisters and 2 brothers.
He is preceded in death by his parents; 2 sisters and a brother
Obituary for Pedro Pacheco Martinez
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Services for Pedro Pacheco Martinez, 88, of Brownfield will be held at 10am Thursday, August 30, 2012, at St. Anthony's Catholic Church with Msgr. James O'Connor officiating. Visitation will be held Wednesday, August 29, 2012, at Brownfield Funeral Home.
Pedro Martinez was born on June 19, 1924, in Mathis, TX to Alfredo and Maria Martinez. In 2006 Pedro married Manuela Rodriguez in Killeen. He worked as a groundskeeper at Lakeridge in Lubbock. Pedro is preceded in death by his parents, Alfredo and Maria Martinez, a son, Frank Martinez and a daughter, Maria Garza.
Pedro is survived by his wife, Manuela Martinez, 4 daughters; Manuela Baez and husband, Efrain, of Killeen, Dora Resendez and husband, Marcelo, of Lubbock, Lucia Martinez of Wharton, and Maria Campos of Houston, 3 Sons; Glafiro Martinez and wife, Sukyong of Killeen, Pedro Martinez Jr. and wife, Maggie of Ralls, Felix Martinez and wife, Becky, of Lubbock, 21 grandchildren, and 51 great grandchildren and 1 great great-grandchild.
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Services for Pedro Pacheco Martinez, 88, of Brownfield will be held at 10am Thursday, August 30, 2012, at St. Anthony's Catholic Church with Msgr. James O'Connor officiating. Visitation will be held Wednesday, August 29, 2012, at Brownfield Funeral Home.
Pedro Martinez was born on June 19, 1924, in Mathis, TX to Alfredo and Maria Martinez. In 2006 Pedro married Manuela Rodriguez in Killeen. He worked as a groundskeeper at Lakeridge in Lubbock. Pedro is preceded in death by his parents, Alfredo and Maria Martinez, a son, Frank Martinez and a daughter, Maria Garza.
Pedro is survived by his wife, Manuela Martinez, 4 daughters; Manuela Baez and husband, Efrain, of Killeen, Dora Resendez and husband, Marcelo, of Lubbock, Lucia Martinez of Wharton, and Maria Campos of Houston, 3 Sons; Glafiro Martinez and wife, Sukyong of Killeen, Pedro Martinez Jr. and wife, Maggie of Ralls, Felix Martinez and wife, Becky, of Lubbock, 21 grandchildren, and 51 great grandchildren and 1 great great-grandchild.
Obituary for Roy Carroll Mason
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Services for Roy Carroll Mason, formerly of Brownfield will be at 2pm, Saturday, August 6, 2011, at Brownfield Funeral Home Memorial Chapel with Rev. Truman Johnson officiating. Burial will be in Terry County Memorial Cemetery under the direction of Brownfield Funeral Home.
Roy passed away Thursday, August 4, 2011, in Lubbock. He was born March 16, 1938, in Brownfield to Jack Orien and Christine Ovella (Motley) Mason. He graduated from Brownfield High School. Roy married Mennie Stubblefield on December 5, 1989 in Lubbock, TX. He worked and retired with The Texas Department of Transportation and was a member of the Church of Christ & the Evening Lions Club. Roy is preceded in death by his parents and a sister, Theresa Mason.
He is survived by his wife Mennie of Lubbock; a grand daughter, Misty Funderbuck of Kosse; a great grandson, Chance Funderbuck of Kosse; a brother-in-law, Norman Ledbetter and wife Rhonda of Tahoka; and a step daughter-in-law, Faye Stubblefield of Groesbeck.
Special thanks goes to Bacon Heights Baptist Church, Nurses at Tanglewood Village and Accolade Home Health Nurses.
The family suggests memorials to Lubbock State School Parents Association.
Brownfield News
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Services for Roy Carroll Mason, formerly of Brownfield will be at 2pm, Saturday, August 6, 2011, at Brownfield Funeral Home Memorial Chapel with Rev. Truman Johnson officiating. Burial will be in Terry County Memorial Cemetery under the direction of Brownfield Funeral Home.
Roy passed away Thursday, August 4, 2011, in Lubbock. He was born March 16, 1938, in Brownfield to Jack Orien and Christine Ovella (Motley) Mason. He graduated from Brownfield High School. Roy married Mennie Stubblefield on December 5, 1989 in Lubbock, TX. He worked and retired with The Texas Department of Transportation and was a member of the Church of Christ & the Evening Lions Club. Roy is preceded in death by his parents and a sister, Theresa Mason.
He is survived by his wife Mennie of Lubbock; a grand daughter, Misty Funderbuck of Kosse; a great grandson, Chance Funderbuck of Kosse; a brother-in-law, Norman Ledbetter and wife Rhonda of Tahoka; and a step daughter-in-law, Faye Stubblefield of Groesbeck.
Special thanks goes to Bacon Heights Baptist Church, Nurses at Tanglewood Village and Accolade Home Health Nurses.
The family suggests memorials to Lubbock State School Parents Association.
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Obituary for Weldon Wayne Mason
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Weldon Wayne Mason, 75, of Meadow passed away Friday, July 6, 2007, in Lubbock. Services will be at 2 p.m. Monday, July 9, at the Meadow First Baptist Church with Rev. Howard Stovall officiating and Bruce Stovall assisting. Interment will be at Meadow Cemetery.
Weldon was born on November 18, 1931, in Brownfield, to Glen C. Mason and Jackie Brown Mason. He graduated from Meadow High School in 1949. He married Novella Jordan on January 14, 1951, in Meadow. He was the state FFA president in 1950 and 1951, and was the president of the Young Farmer's Association in 1963 and 1964. In 1965 he was named Outstanding Young Farmer in Texas.
His family received the Outstanding Farm Family Award in 1984. Weldon served on the Lyntegar Electric Board of Directors from 1977 to 2004. He was a long-time member of Meadow First Baptist Church.
He is preceded in death by his parents Glen and Jackie Mason.
He is survived by his wife, Novella, of Meadow, his son, Larry Mason and his wife, Sara, of Plains, his son, Steve and his wife, Susan, of Brownfield, and his daughter, Sandie Craft and her husband, Ron, of Plains.
He is also survived by his brother, Wendal Mason and his wife, Vada, of Lubbock, his sister, Betty Fulford, of Weatherford, 5 grandsons, Cody Mason of Dallas, Jett Mason of Brownfield, Kelton and his wife Carrie of Seguin, Landon and Brandon Kraft of Plains; and one granddaughter, Ashlei Mason Cooper and her husband, Aaron of Lincoln, Neb.
Family Visitation will be from 4 p.m. - 6 p.m. Sunday, July 8th, at the Brownfield Funeral Home. The family suggests memorials to VistaCare Hospice of Lubbock at 1717 Norfolk, Lubbock, 79416, or to the Meadow Cemetery.
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Weldon Wayne Mason, 75, of Meadow passed away Friday, July 6, 2007, in Lubbock. Services will be at 2 p.m. Monday, July 9, at the Meadow First Baptist Church with Rev. Howard Stovall officiating and Bruce Stovall assisting. Interment will be at Meadow Cemetery.
Weldon was born on November 18, 1931, in Brownfield, to Glen C. Mason and Jackie Brown Mason. He graduated from Meadow High School in 1949. He married Novella Jordan on January 14, 1951, in Meadow. He was the state FFA president in 1950 and 1951, and was the president of the Young Farmer's Association in 1963 and 1964. In 1965 he was named Outstanding Young Farmer in Texas.
His family received the Outstanding Farm Family Award in 1984. Weldon served on the Lyntegar Electric Board of Directors from 1977 to 2004. He was a long-time member of Meadow First Baptist Church.
He is preceded in death by his parents Glen and Jackie Mason.
He is survived by his wife, Novella, of Meadow, his son, Larry Mason and his wife, Sara, of Plains, his son, Steve and his wife, Susan, of Brownfield, and his daughter, Sandie Craft and her husband, Ron, of Plains.
He is also survived by his brother, Wendal Mason and his wife, Vada, of Lubbock, his sister, Betty Fulford, of Weatherford, 5 grandsons, Cody Mason of Dallas, Jett Mason of Brownfield, Kelton and his wife Carrie of Seguin, Landon and Brandon Kraft of Plains; and one granddaughter, Ashlei Mason Cooper and her husband, Aaron of Lincoln, Neb.
Family Visitation will be from 4 p.m. - 6 p.m. Sunday, July 8th, at the Brownfield Funeral Home. The family suggests memorials to VistaCare Hospice of Lubbock at 1717 Norfolk, Lubbock, 79416, or to the Meadow Cemetery.
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Obituary for Eudora Massingill
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Services for Eudora Massingill, 91, of Brownfield will be at 10 am, Monday, June 30 at Calvary Baptist Church with Rev. Steve Carter officiating. Burial will be in Terry County Memorial Cemetery under the direction of Brownfield Funeral Home.
Eudora passed away Tuesday, June 24, 2008 in Lubbock. She was born Nov. 4, 1916, in Wood County, Texas to William Thomas and Ella Dora Smith. She married James Henry Massingill, April 6, 1935, in Carsbad, N.M. They moved to Terry County in 1942. He preceded her in death Aug. 30, 1995.
Eudora was a homemaker and seamstress and a member of Eastern Star and the Meadow Quilting Club. She was a member of Calvary Baptist Church in Brownfield. She is also preceded in death by a son, Alton Ray Massingill.
Eudora is survived by two daughters, Aurila Blankenship of Lubbock and Doris Jean Abraham and her husband George, of San Luis Obispo, Calif.; 11 grandchildren, 17 great grandchildren and 2 great great grandchildren and a daughter-in-law, Wynona Massingill of Fritch.
Brownfield News
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Services for Eudora Massingill, 91, of Brownfield will be at 10 am, Monday, June 30 at Calvary Baptist Church with Rev. Steve Carter officiating. Burial will be in Terry County Memorial Cemetery under the direction of Brownfield Funeral Home.
Eudora passed away Tuesday, June 24, 2008 in Lubbock. She was born Nov. 4, 1916, in Wood County, Texas to William Thomas and Ella Dora Smith. She married James Henry Massingill, April 6, 1935, in Carsbad, N.M. They moved to Terry County in 1942. He preceded her in death Aug. 30, 1995.
Eudora was a homemaker and seamstress and a member of Eastern Star and the Meadow Quilting Club. She was a member of Calvary Baptist Church in Brownfield. She is also preceded in death by a son, Alton Ray Massingill.
Eudora is survived by two daughters, Aurila Blankenship of Lubbock and Doris Jean Abraham and her husband George, of San Luis Obispo, Calif.; 11 grandchildren, 17 great grandchildren and 2 great great grandchildren and a daughter-in-law, Wynona Massingill of Fritch.
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Obituary for Wilma Maynard
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Services for Wilma Maynard, 68, of Brownfield were held Friday, Oct. 6, 2006, in the Bethel Baptist Church with Rev. Britt Adkins officiating, assisted by Rev. Jackie Matlock. Graveside services followed in the Brownfield Cemetery.
Mrs. Maynard was born Sept. 15, 1938, in Eastland to Dale and Danny Donaldson and married Archie Maynard on Jan. 12, 1962 in Lubbock. He died in 1971. She was a lifetime resident of Brownfield where she attended school.
Mrs. Maynard is survived by two daughters: Brenda Minyard and her husband, Scott, and Glenda Maynard, all of Brownfield.
She is also survived by three brothers---Eric Donaldson of Breckenridge and Kenneth and Gary Donaldson, both of Brownfield and one sister--Opal Emery of Brownfield and by four grandchildren---Logan, Brittani, Tanner & Trevor and two great-grandchildren--Dakota and Clara.
She was preceded in death by one brother--Donald Donaldson and one sister Nancy Donaldson.
Brownfield News
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Services for Wilma Maynard, 68, of Brownfield were held Friday, Oct. 6, 2006, in the Bethel Baptist Church with Rev. Britt Adkins officiating, assisted by Rev. Jackie Matlock. Graveside services followed in the Brownfield Cemetery.
Mrs. Maynard was born Sept. 15, 1938, in Eastland to Dale and Danny Donaldson and married Archie Maynard on Jan. 12, 1962 in Lubbock. He died in 1971. She was a lifetime resident of Brownfield where she attended school.
Mrs. Maynard is survived by two daughters: Brenda Minyard and her husband, Scott, and Glenda Maynard, all of Brownfield.
She is also survived by three brothers---Eric Donaldson of Breckenridge and Kenneth and Gary Donaldson, both of Brownfield and one sister--Opal Emery of Brownfield and by four grandchildren---Logan, Brittani, Tanner & Trevor and two great-grandchildren--Dakota and Clara.
She was preceded in death by one brother--Donald Donaldson and one sister Nancy Donaldson.
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Obituary for Glenda Kay Maynard
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Glenda Kay Maynard, 46, of Brownfield passed away peacefully Monday, September 12, 2011, in Lubbock.
Services will be held at 4 p.m. Sunday, September 18, at Abundant Harvest with Pastor Chris Seaton and Ricky Churchwell officiating.
She was born November 13, 1964, in Brownfield to Archie and Wilma (Donaldson) Maynard. She graduated from Brownfield High School and was a member of Abundant Harvest Church in Brownfield.
She is survived by her daughter, Brittani Burney of Ranger; one son, Trevor Burney of Brownfield; one sister, Brenda Maynard of Brownfield; and five grandchildren.
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Glenda Kay Maynard, 46, of Brownfield passed away peacefully Monday, September 12, 2011, in Lubbock.
Services will be held at 4 p.m. Sunday, September 18, at Abundant Harvest with Pastor Chris Seaton and Ricky Churchwell officiating.
She was born November 13, 1964, in Brownfield to Archie and Wilma (Donaldson) Maynard. She graduated from Brownfield High School and was a member of Abundant Harvest Church in Brownfield.
She is survived by her daughter, Brittani Burney of Ranger; one son, Trevor Burney of Brownfield; one sister, Brenda Maynard of Brownfield; and five grandchildren.
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Obituary for Patricia Marlene Mayo
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Memorial services for Patricia Marlene Mayo, 64, of Brownfield were held at 10:30 am, Friday, Aug. 22 at Calvary Baptist Church with Rev, Steve Carter and Robert Crites officiating.
Patsy passed away Friday, Aug. 15, 2008, at her home in Brownfield. She was born March 7, 1944, to Thomas and Leona Coles in Lubbock and graduated from Ralls High School in 1962. She moved to Brownfield from Austin in 2006. She was a Baptist.
Patsy is preceded in death by her father and a son-in-law, Johnny Crites.
Patsy is survived by her mother, Leona Coles of Brownfield; a daughter, Donna Crites of Hutto; three sons, Darris "Duke" Bynum and his wife Carla of Brownfield, Randy Price and his wife Brandi of Abilene and Jeffrey Fischer and his wife Sherry of Ozark, Ala.; 10 grandchildren, Robert Crites, Lauren Crites-Jureczki, Keagan Aleman, Daci Crites, Brooklynn Crites, Chris Bynum, Brandi Bynum, Savannah Fischer, Sydney Fischer and Katie Fischer; and two great grandchildren, Grace and Preston Jureczki.
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Memorial services for Patricia Marlene Mayo, 64, of Brownfield were held at 10:30 am, Friday, Aug. 22 at Calvary Baptist Church with Rev, Steve Carter and Robert Crites officiating.
Patsy passed away Friday, Aug. 15, 2008, at her home in Brownfield. She was born March 7, 1944, to Thomas and Leona Coles in Lubbock and graduated from Ralls High School in 1962. She moved to Brownfield from Austin in 2006. She was a Baptist.
Patsy is preceded in death by her father and a son-in-law, Johnny Crites.
Patsy is survived by her mother, Leona Coles of Brownfield; a daughter, Donna Crites of Hutto; three sons, Darris "Duke" Bynum and his wife Carla of Brownfield, Randy Price and his wife Brandi of Abilene and Jeffrey Fischer and his wife Sherry of Ozark, Ala.; 10 grandchildren, Robert Crites, Lauren Crites-Jureczki, Keagan Aleman, Daci Crites, Brooklynn Crites, Chris Bynum, Brandi Bynum, Savannah Fischer, Sydney Fischer and Katie Fischer; and two great grandchildren, Grace and Preston Jureczki.
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Obituary for Norma McBee
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Norma McBee, 97, of Brownfield passed away Tuesday, May 22, 2007. Memorial services will be at 11:00 a.m. Thursday, May 24, 2007, at the First Baptist Church Chapel with Rev. Randy Land officiating.
Norma was born on March 20, 1910, in Mexia, Texas to Marion and Beulah Rogers. She graduated from Lubbock High School in 1929. She married E. M. McBee on March 15, 1930, in Lubbock. They moved to Brownfield in 1938 and owned Mac's Creamery, the Army Surplus Store, and McBee's Grocery Store there. He preceded her in death on December 17, 1962. Norma was a member of First Baptist Church in Brownfield.
She is survived by her daughter, Loryce Sexton and her husband, Kearby, of Brownfield, her son, Carrol McBee and his wife, Sandra, of Brownwood, four grandchildren, Denny Sexton, Alan Sexton, Lisa McBee, and Mike McBee, and two great grandchildren.
Services were by Brownfield Funeral Home.
Brownfield News
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Norma McBee, 97, of Brownfield passed away Tuesday, May 22, 2007. Memorial services will be at 11:00 a.m. Thursday, May 24, 2007, at the First Baptist Church Chapel with Rev. Randy Land officiating.
Norma was born on March 20, 1910, in Mexia, Texas to Marion and Beulah Rogers. She graduated from Lubbock High School in 1929. She married E. M. McBee on March 15, 1930, in Lubbock. They moved to Brownfield in 1938 and owned Mac's Creamery, the Army Surplus Store, and McBee's Grocery Store there. He preceded her in death on December 17, 1962. Norma was a member of First Baptist Church in Brownfield.
She is survived by her daughter, Loryce Sexton and her husband, Kearby, of Brownfield, her son, Carrol McBee and his wife, Sandra, of Brownwood, four grandchildren, Denny Sexton, Alan Sexton, Lisa McBee, and Mike McBee, and two great grandchildren.
Services were by Brownfield Funeral Home.
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Obituary for Mary Louise Adair McClanahan
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Mary Louise Adair McClanahan, 88, of Brownfield passed away Monday, January 24, 2011, in Lubbock. Services will be held at Calvary Baptist Church at 11 a.m. Wednesday, January 26, 2011, with Buzz Timmons officiating. Graveside services will follow in Brownfield Cemetery under the direction of Brownfield Funeral Home.
The family will have visitation from 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesday at the funeral home.
Louise was born March 2, 1922, to Arthur and Sarah Bradshaw in Rogers, Texas. She attended Meadow and Wellman schools. Louise married Sam Adair. He preceded her in death in 1968. Louise then married Vernon McClanahan on July 24, 1974 in Leon Springs. He preceded her in death on May 17, 1991. She enjoyed volunteering at the Town and Country nursing home in Boerne. She was a member of the Boerne First Baptist Church.
She was also preceded in death by two brothers, Truett Bradshaw and Kenneth Bradshaw and a great-grandson, Grant Blocker.
Louise is survived by two daughters, Bettie Adair of Wellman and Sammie Hancock and husband Kenneth of Lubbock; a sister, Juanita Ransom of Ballinger; a brother, Arthur Bradshaw of Beechgrove, Tenn.; several nieces and nephews; two stepchildren, Robert McClanahan of New Jersey and Joann Driess of San Antonio; eight grandchildren; and 10 great grandchildren.
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Mary Louise Adair McClanahan, 88, of Brownfield passed away Monday, January 24, 2011, in Lubbock. Services will be held at Calvary Baptist Church at 11 a.m. Wednesday, January 26, 2011, with Buzz Timmons officiating. Graveside services will follow in Brownfield Cemetery under the direction of Brownfield Funeral Home.
The family will have visitation from 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesday at the funeral home.
Louise was born March 2, 1922, to Arthur and Sarah Bradshaw in Rogers, Texas. She attended Meadow and Wellman schools. Louise married Sam Adair. He preceded her in death in 1968. Louise then married Vernon McClanahan on July 24, 1974 in Leon Springs. He preceded her in death on May 17, 1991. She enjoyed volunteering at the Town and Country nursing home in Boerne. She was a member of the Boerne First Baptist Church.
She was also preceded in death by two brothers, Truett Bradshaw and Kenneth Bradshaw and a great-grandson, Grant Blocker.
Louise is survived by two daughters, Bettie Adair of Wellman and Sammie Hancock and husband Kenneth of Lubbock; a sister, Juanita Ransom of Ballinger; a brother, Arthur Bradshaw of Beechgrove, Tenn.; several nieces and nephews; two stepchildren, Robert McClanahan of New Jersey and Joann Driess of San Antonio; eight grandchildren; and 10 great grandchildren.
Obituary for Betty Ann McClure
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Memorial services for Betty Ann McClure, 75, of Brownfield will be at 2 p.m. Monday, April 11, 2011, at Calvary Baptist Church with Rev. Steve Carter officiating. Services are under the direction of Brownfield Funeral Home.
Betty was born November 26, 1935, in Magnolia, Arkansas, to Audis and Zuma Awbrey. Betty grew up in Magnolia and graduated from Magnolia High School. She then attended the University of Arkansas in Magnolia.
Betty married the love of her life, James Allan McClure, on May 27, 1956. He preceded her in death on October 7, 2005. She and her husband lived in Dimmitt for 25 years before moving to Brownfield. They were members of the Dimmitt Country Club and avid golfers.
Betty was a member of the "Dimmitt Darlings" golf association. She was an employee of the City of Dimmitt until retiring in 2003. She had her "Bridge Buddies" and Senior Citizens Clubs. She was an active member of Calvary Baptist Church.
Betty is survived by three children, Allan McClure and wife Janie of Brownfield, Howie McClure of Abilene and Christy McGee and husband Max of Lubbock; grandchildren, Leath and Erin McClure of Lubbock, Ryan and Amber Moore of Portland, Matt and Kaleigh McClure of Lubbock, Jossalyn and Derrick McDaniel of Oklahoma City, Jacqualine McClure of Springhill, La., Bob McClure of Shongaloo, La.; seven great grandchildren, Carter Moore, Addison McClure, Zade McClure, Maycen McClure, Jaycee Kilgore, Kayden McDaniel and Kara McDaniel; a brother, Johnny Awbrey and wife Diane of Orlando, Fla.; and a sister, Cortez Nicholas of Austin.
The family suggests memorials to Calvary Baptist Church Elevator Fund, 402 W. Broadway, Brownfield, TX. 79316.
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Memorial services for Betty Ann McClure, 75, of Brownfield will be at 2 p.m. Monday, April 11, 2011, at Calvary Baptist Church with Rev. Steve Carter officiating. Services are under the direction of Brownfield Funeral Home.
Betty was born November 26, 1935, in Magnolia, Arkansas, to Audis and Zuma Awbrey. Betty grew up in Magnolia and graduated from Magnolia High School. She then attended the University of Arkansas in Magnolia.
Betty married the love of her life, James Allan McClure, on May 27, 1956. He preceded her in death on October 7, 2005. She and her husband lived in Dimmitt for 25 years before moving to Brownfield. They were members of the Dimmitt Country Club and avid golfers.
Betty was a member of the "Dimmitt Darlings" golf association. She was an employee of the City of Dimmitt until retiring in 2003. She had her "Bridge Buddies" and Senior Citizens Clubs. She was an active member of Calvary Baptist Church.
Betty is survived by three children, Allan McClure and wife Janie of Brownfield, Howie McClure of Abilene and Christy McGee and husband Max of Lubbock; grandchildren, Leath and Erin McClure of Lubbock, Ryan and Amber Moore of Portland, Matt and Kaleigh McClure of Lubbock, Jossalyn and Derrick McDaniel of Oklahoma City, Jacqualine McClure of Springhill, La., Bob McClure of Shongaloo, La.; seven great grandchildren, Carter Moore, Addison McClure, Zade McClure, Maycen McClure, Jaycee Kilgore, Kayden McDaniel and Kara McDaniel; a brother, Johnny Awbrey and wife Diane of Orlando, Fla.; and a sister, Cortez Nicholas of Austin.
The family suggests memorials to Calvary Baptist Church Elevator Fund, 402 W. Broadway, Brownfield, TX. 79316.
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Obituary for Maggie Pearl McCoy
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Services for Maggie Pearl McCoy, 93, will be held at 10am at Brownfield Funeral Home Chapel on Saturday, April 7, 2012, with Harold Harrison officiating. Burial will follow at Terry County Memorial Cemetery under the direction of Brownfield Funeral Home. Visitation will held at Brownfield Funeral Home from 6-8pm on April 6, 2012.
Maggie passed away on Thursday, April 5, 2012, in Lubbock. She was born on May 5, 1918, to Jim and Effie Brown in Prague, OK. Maggie and R. K. McCoy were united in marriage on December 18, 1937, in Slaton. She devoted her life to her family as a Homemaker.
Maggie is survived by her three sons, Michael McCoy, John McCoy and Gary McCoy; 6 grandchildren, Sarah Hankins, Carl McCoy, Jay Wyley McCoy, Patie McCoy, Michael Keith McCoy and Kevin Lynn McCoy; 15 great grandchildren.
Maggie is preceded in death by her husband, R. K. McCoy; parents, Jim and Effie Brown; 5 brothers, Cecil Brown, Bill Brown, Ross Brown, Joe Brown and Johnny Brown.
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Services for Maggie Pearl McCoy, 93, will be held at 10am at Brownfield Funeral Home Chapel on Saturday, April 7, 2012, with Harold Harrison officiating. Burial will follow at Terry County Memorial Cemetery under the direction of Brownfield Funeral Home. Visitation will held at Brownfield Funeral Home from 6-8pm on April 6, 2012.
Maggie passed away on Thursday, April 5, 2012, in Lubbock. She was born on May 5, 1918, to Jim and Effie Brown in Prague, OK. Maggie and R. K. McCoy were united in marriage on December 18, 1937, in Slaton. She devoted her life to her family as a Homemaker.
Maggie is survived by her three sons, Michael McCoy, John McCoy and Gary McCoy; 6 grandchildren, Sarah Hankins, Carl McCoy, Jay Wyley McCoy, Patie McCoy, Michael Keith McCoy and Kevin Lynn McCoy; 15 great grandchildren.
Maggie is preceded in death by her husband, R. K. McCoy; parents, Jim and Effie Brown; 5 brothers, Cecil Brown, Bill Brown, Ross Brown, Joe Brown and Johnny Brown.
Obituary for Clyde McCullough
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Services for Clyde McCullough, 73, of Brownfield were held Friday, Jan. 25, at Brownfield Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Clarence Branch officiating. Burial was in Terry County Memorial Cemetery under the direction of Brownfield Funeral Home.
Mr. McCullough died Tuesday, Jan. 22, 2008, in Brownfield. He was born Dec. 17, 1934, to J.C. and Willie McCullough in Terry County and was a lifelong Brownfield resident. He was a self-employed truck driver, retiring in 1985. He was also a police officer in Brownfield in the 1970's.
Mr. McCullough married Glenda Brookey Oct. 3, 1959, in Brownfield. He was a member of Immanuel Baptist Church.
He is preceded in death by a son--Jimmy on April 6, 1980.
Mr. McCullough is survived by his wife--Glenda of Brownfield and two daughters--Dana Robertson and her husband--Bob of New Hampshire and Lori Mendez and her husband--Lupe of Brownfield.
He is also survived by six grandchildren--Jacob Mendez, Jayson Mendez, Lynzi Mirelez, Nicholas Jones, Sean and Cody Jones and by five great grandchildren.
Brownfield News
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Services for Clyde McCullough, 73, of Brownfield were held Friday, Jan. 25, at Brownfield Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Clarence Branch officiating. Burial was in Terry County Memorial Cemetery under the direction of Brownfield Funeral Home.
Mr. McCullough died Tuesday, Jan. 22, 2008, in Brownfield. He was born Dec. 17, 1934, to J.C. and Willie McCullough in Terry County and was a lifelong Brownfield resident. He was a self-employed truck driver, retiring in 1985. He was also a police officer in Brownfield in the 1970's.
Mr. McCullough married Glenda Brookey Oct. 3, 1959, in Brownfield. He was a member of Immanuel Baptist Church.
He is preceded in death by a son--Jimmy on April 6, 1980.
Mr. McCullough is survived by his wife--Glenda of Brownfield and two daughters--Dana Robertson and her husband--Bob of New Hampshire and Lori Mendez and her husband--Lupe of Brownfield.
He is also survived by six grandchildren--Jacob Mendez, Jayson Mendez, Lynzi Mirelez, Nicholas Jones, Sean and Cody Jones and by five great grandchildren.
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Obituary for Dennis Garland McCutcheon
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Services for Dennis Garland McCutcheon, 74, of Brownfield will be at 2 p.m., Friday, September 14, at Brownfield Church of Christ with Bob Reynolds and Bo Shero officiating. Burial will be prior to the service at 11am, in Terry County Memorial Cemetery under the direction of Brownfield Funeral Home.
There will be a family visitation at Brownfield Funeral Home from 5-7pm, Thursday.
Dennis passed away at his home in Brownfield on Monday, September 10. He was born December 21, 1937, in Brownfield to Elmer A. and IdaBelle (Jordan) McCutcheon. He graduated from Brownfield High School in 1956. He attended Texas Tech University and then received a degree from Southwestern Graduate School of Banking at Southern Methodist University.
Dennis married Phyllis Vnya Seaton in Brownfield on February 18, 1961. He was a U.S. Army Veteran. He was a Sr. Vice President at the First National Bank in Brownfield for 42 years before retiring and was a member of Brownfield Church of Christ. He is preceded in death by his parents and a brother, David Neal McCutcheon.
Dennis is survived by his wife, Phyllis, of Brownfield; 3 daughters, Mitzi McElroy and husband Jeff of Brownfield, Vnya Powell and husband Bob of Denton and Laura McCutcheon of Midland; 8 grandchildren, Eric and April McElroy, Ashley McElroy, Cody Neighbors, Dustin and Starla Neighbors, Rob and Jody Powell; 5 great grandchildren.
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Services for Dennis Garland McCutcheon, 74, of Brownfield will be at 2 p.m., Friday, September 14, at Brownfield Church of Christ with Bob Reynolds and Bo Shero officiating. Burial will be prior to the service at 11am, in Terry County Memorial Cemetery under the direction of Brownfield Funeral Home.
There will be a family visitation at Brownfield Funeral Home from 5-7pm, Thursday.
Dennis passed away at his home in Brownfield on Monday, September 10. He was born December 21, 1937, in Brownfield to Elmer A. and IdaBelle (Jordan) McCutcheon. He graduated from Brownfield High School in 1956. He attended Texas Tech University and then received a degree from Southwestern Graduate School of Banking at Southern Methodist University.
Dennis married Phyllis Vnya Seaton in Brownfield on February 18, 1961. He was a U.S. Army Veteran. He was a Sr. Vice President at the First National Bank in Brownfield for 42 years before retiring and was a member of Brownfield Church of Christ. He is preceded in death by his parents and a brother, David Neal McCutcheon.
Dennis is survived by his wife, Phyllis, of Brownfield; 3 daughters, Mitzi McElroy and husband Jeff of Brownfield, Vnya Powell and husband Bob of Denton and Laura McCutcheon of Midland; 8 grandchildren, Eric and April McElroy, Ashley McElroy, Cody Neighbors, Dustin and Starla Neighbors, Rob and Jody Powell; 5 great grandchildren.
Obituary for Charles McDonald
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Graveside services for Charles McDonald, 89, of Brownfield will be at 2pm, Monday, March 5, 2012, at Brownfield Cemetery with Rev. Steve Carter officiating. Burial will be under the direction of Brownfield Funeral Home.
Charles will be in state at the funeral home from 12-8pm Sunday. He passed away Friday, March 2, 2012, in Brownfield and was born on July 11, 1922, to Joseph Jennings McDonald and Myrtle Gillette in Shallowater. Charles served in the Navy and was a World War II Veteran. He married Mildred Dixon on May 31, 1947, in Lubbock. They moved to Brownfield from Smyer in 1958 and he worked for Goodpasture, Inc. for 34 years until retiring.
Charles is preceded in death by his wife, Mildred McDonald, and his son-in-law, Curtis Pruiett. He is survived by his daughter, Jean Pruiett of Brownfield; 3 grandsons, Kevin Pruiett, Tommy Pruiett, Joey Pruiett and Tesla Bynum; 5 great grandchildren, DeeJay Pruiett, Aron Pruiett, Ariel Pruiett, Austin Pruiett, Zachary Pruiett and Gage Pruiett.
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Graveside services for Charles McDonald, 89, of Brownfield will be at 2pm, Monday, March 5, 2012, at Brownfield Cemetery with Rev. Steve Carter officiating. Burial will be under the direction of Brownfield Funeral Home.
Charles will be in state at the funeral home from 12-8pm Sunday. He passed away Friday, March 2, 2012, in Brownfield and was born on July 11, 1922, to Joseph Jennings McDonald and Myrtle Gillette in Shallowater. Charles served in the Navy and was a World War II Veteran. He married Mildred Dixon on May 31, 1947, in Lubbock. They moved to Brownfield from Smyer in 1958 and he worked for Goodpasture, Inc. for 34 years until retiring.
Charles is preceded in death by his wife, Mildred McDonald, and his son-in-law, Curtis Pruiett. He is survived by his daughter, Jean Pruiett of Brownfield; 3 grandsons, Kevin Pruiett, Tommy Pruiett, Joey Pruiett and Tesla Bynum; 5 great grandchildren, DeeJay Pruiett, Aron Pruiett, Ariel Pruiett, Austin Pruiett, Zachary Pruiett and Gage Pruiett.
Obituary for Beverly Francis McGowan
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Beverly Francis McGowan passed away at the age of 81 on Saturday, March 25, 2006, at the Lubbock Heart Hospital following a brief illness. She was preceded in death by her loving husband, William Joseph McGowan, on July 6, 2003.
Beverly was born January 30, 1925, in Seguin, Texas, to Gertrude Kirkpatrick Francis and Joseph Manning Francis. She grew up in New Braunfels, Texas. An accomplished pianist, she attended the University of Texas on a music scholarship. She married Bill McGowan July 27, 1944, and resided in Brownfield, Texas, until her death.
As avid Texas Tech University fans and supporters, she and Bill attended every possible University athletic event. She and her husband loved to travel and enjoyed their numerous adventures together. As faithful members of the First Methodist Church of Brownfield, the couple took great joy in helping decorate the church sanctuary for the Christmas and Easter seasons.
Mrs. McGowan took pride in her children, grandchildren and great-grand-children. She is survived by her children: William Joseph McGowan II and Barbara Elizabeth McGowan McMurrey. She is also survived by her grandchildren, Anna Elizabeth McGowan McMurrey, William Joseph (Jay) McGowan III, Christopher Michael McGowan and Blaine Marshall McGowan, as well as her great grandchildren Tristen Benjamin MCGowan, Kaylen Vince McGowan, Liv Eliana McGowan, Logan Bryce McGowan and Alyssa Marie McGowan.
Memorial services were held on Monday, March 27, in the First United Methodist Church of Brownfield. Donations may be made to the March of Dimes.
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Beverly Francis McGowan passed away at the age of 81 on Saturday, March 25, 2006, at the Lubbock Heart Hospital following a brief illness. She was preceded in death by her loving husband, William Joseph McGowan, on July 6, 2003.
Beverly was born January 30, 1925, in Seguin, Texas, to Gertrude Kirkpatrick Francis and Joseph Manning Francis. She grew up in New Braunfels, Texas. An accomplished pianist, she attended the University of Texas on a music scholarship. She married Bill McGowan July 27, 1944, and resided in Brownfield, Texas, until her death.
As avid Texas Tech University fans and supporters, she and Bill attended every possible University athletic event. She and her husband loved to travel and enjoyed their numerous adventures together. As faithful members of the First Methodist Church of Brownfield, the couple took great joy in helping decorate the church sanctuary for the Christmas and Easter seasons.
Mrs. McGowan took pride in her children, grandchildren and great-grand-children. She is survived by her children: William Joseph McGowan II and Barbara Elizabeth McGowan McMurrey. She is also survived by her grandchildren, Anna Elizabeth McGowan McMurrey, William Joseph (Jay) McGowan III, Christopher Michael McGowan and Blaine Marshall McGowan, as well as her great grandchildren Tristen Benjamin MCGowan, Kaylen Vince McGowan, Liv Eliana McGowan, Logan Bryce McGowan and Alyssa Marie McGowan.
Memorial services were held on Monday, March 27, in the First United Methodist Church of Brownfield. Donations may be made to the March of Dimes.
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Obituary for Teresa Gale McHan
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Services for Teresa Gale McHan, 57, of Brownfield will be at 2 p.m. Friday, Jan. 2, 2009, at Immanuel Baptist Church with Michael Gee officiating.
Teresa was born on Feb. 16, 1951, in Brownfield to Darwin and LaQuita Cargill. She attended high school in Lubbock. She married Bruce McHan on Nov. 23, 1982, in Wolfforth.
He preceded her in death on Feb. 14, 1994. She is also preceded in death by her sister Kimberly Cargill Dosher on Nov. 19, 2000, and her father Darwin Cargill on Jan. 5, 2002.
Teresa worked for the Texas Department of Criminal Justice as a correctional officer until 2006. She was a very loving free spirit who lived for her family. Her grandchildren, niece and dog, Amy, were her life.
Teresa is survived by her daughter, Jennifer Halpain and her husband David of Amarillo; her son, Roy McCalib, Jr. and his wife Brandi of Lubbock; her mother, LaQuita Cargill of Brownfield; three grandchildren; Jeseka Halpain, McKinzie McCalib and Hunter McCalib; her niece, Haley Dosher of Lubbock; her step-brother, Douglas Cobb Cargill of Alaska and numerous Family members whom she loved dearly.
Family Visitation will be from 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. on Wednesday, Dec. 31 at the Brownfield Funeral Home
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Services for Teresa Gale McHan, 57, of Brownfield will be at 2 p.m. Friday, Jan. 2, 2009, at Immanuel Baptist Church with Michael Gee officiating.
Teresa was born on Feb. 16, 1951, in Brownfield to Darwin and LaQuita Cargill. She attended high school in Lubbock. She married Bruce McHan on Nov. 23, 1982, in Wolfforth.
He preceded her in death on Feb. 14, 1994. She is also preceded in death by her sister Kimberly Cargill Dosher on Nov. 19, 2000, and her father Darwin Cargill on Jan. 5, 2002.
Teresa worked for the Texas Department of Criminal Justice as a correctional officer until 2006. She was a very loving free spirit who lived for her family. Her grandchildren, niece and dog, Amy, were her life.
Teresa is survived by her daughter, Jennifer Halpain and her husband David of Amarillo; her son, Roy McCalib, Jr. and his wife Brandi of Lubbock; her mother, LaQuita Cargill of Brownfield; three grandchildren; Jeseka Halpain, McKinzie McCalib and Hunter McCalib; her niece, Haley Dosher of Lubbock; her step-brother, Douglas Cobb Cargill of Alaska and numerous Family members whom she loved dearly.
Family Visitation will be from 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. on Wednesday, Dec. 31 at the Brownfield Funeral Home
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Obituary for Eldon McInnis
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Eldon McInnis, 85, of Brownfield passed away on December 27, 2010, at University Medical Center in Lubbock after a brief illness.
Services will be at 10 a.m. Friday, December 31, 2010, at Brownfield Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Bill Titus officiating. Burial will follow in Terry County Memorial Cemetery under the direction of Brownfield Funeral Home. The family will receive visitors from 5-7 p.m. Thursday at Brownfield Funeral Home.
Eldon was born on June 21, 1925, to Augustus and Maude McInnis in Owens. He attended school in May, Texas and joined the Army where he served overseas in the European Theatre during World War II. He and Inez Russell were married August 28, 1947, in Brownwood. She preceded him in death in 2004.
Eldon retired from the City of Brownfield as an Electrician after 26 years of service. He enjoyed hunting and fishing and was a gunsmith for several years.
He was also preceded in death by his parents; five sisters, Era, Melba, Ruby, Betty and Susie; a daughter-in-law, Jessie. He is survived by four children, Eldon, Jr. of Brownfield, Carol McInnis of Ropesville, Wayne McInnis and his wife Karen of Woodward, OK, and Cheryl Taylor and husband Bill of Ropesville; five grandchildren, Joshua McInnis, Laura Howard and husband Kodi, Jamie Titus and husband Jeremy, John McInnis and Jodie Beckham and husband Brent; nine great grandchildren.
The family wishes to express their gratitude for all the concern, prayers and care received at University Medical Center in Lubbock.
Brownfield News
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Eldon McInnis, 85, of Brownfield passed away on December 27, 2010, at University Medical Center in Lubbock after a brief illness.
Services will be at 10 a.m. Friday, December 31, 2010, at Brownfield Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Bill Titus officiating. Burial will follow in Terry County Memorial Cemetery under the direction of Brownfield Funeral Home. The family will receive visitors from 5-7 p.m. Thursday at Brownfield Funeral Home.
Eldon was born on June 21, 1925, to Augustus and Maude McInnis in Owens. He attended school in May, Texas and joined the Army where he served overseas in the European Theatre during World War II. He and Inez Russell were married August 28, 1947, in Brownwood. She preceded him in death in 2004.
Eldon retired from the City of Brownfield as an Electrician after 26 years of service. He enjoyed hunting and fishing and was a gunsmith for several years.
He was also preceded in death by his parents; five sisters, Era, Melba, Ruby, Betty and Susie; a daughter-in-law, Jessie. He is survived by four children, Eldon, Jr. of Brownfield, Carol McInnis of Ropesville, Wayne McInnis and his wife Karen of Woodward, OK, and Cheryl Taylor and husband Bill of Ropesville; five grandchildren, Joshua McInnis, Laura Howard and husband Kodi, Jamie Titus and husband Jeremy, John McInnis and Jodie Beckham and husband Brent; nine great grandchildren.
The family wishes to express their gratitude for all the concern, prayers and care received at University Medical Center in Lubbock.
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Obituary for Alton Cecil McKee
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Services for Alton Cecil McKee, 82, of Brownfield will be at 10am, Monday, March 19, 2012, at Calvary Baptist Church with Rev. Steve Carter officiating. Burial will be in Terry County Memorial Cemetery under the direction of Brownfield Funeral Home.
There will be a family visitation at the funeral home on Sunday from 4-6pm. Alton will be in state from 12-8pm on Sunday for viewing.
Alton passed away Friday, March 16, 2012, in Brownfield. He was born September 12, 1929, in Kaufman, Texas to Clifton and Zelma (Brasher) McKee. He and his family moved to Terry County in 1942 and he graduated from Brownfield High School in 1949. He was licensed to preach in 1950. Alton married Lela McCrary on July 20, 1951 in Syracuse, Kansas. He attended Wayland Baptist College for 2 years. Alton worked at Piggly Wiggly in Brownfield for 25 years. He was a member of Calvary Baptist Church for 57 years. He was the church clerk for 2 years, delivered tapes to shut-ins, was "Food Box" volunteer and delivered meals on wheels. He is preceded in death by a daughter, Marilynn McKee in 2008.
Alton is survived by his wife of 60 years, Lela of Brownfield; a son, Ralph McKee of Ft. Worth; 2 granddaughters, Kim Walker and Kristina Rosson, both of Lubbock; 3 great granddaughters, Kammi Conn, Kelsey Friese and Kassidy Powell, all of Lubbock; 3 brothers, Walter "Curly" McKee of Mt Pleasant, Bill McKee of Brownfield, Randall McKee of Austin; 2 sisters, Ann Nipp of Cleburne and Faye Little of San Antonio.
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Services for Alton Cecil McKee, 82, of Brownfield will be at 10am, Monday, March 19, 2012, at Calvary Baptist Church with Rev. Steve Carter officiating. Burial will be in Terry County Memorial Cemetery under the direction of Brownfield Funeral Home.
There will be a family visitation at the funeral home on Sunday from 4-6pm. Alton will be in state from 12-8pm on Sunday for viewing.
Alton passed away Friday, March 16, 2012, in Brownfield. He was born September 12, 1929, in Kaufman, Texas to Clifton and Zelma (Brasher) McKee. He and his family moved to Terry County in 1942 and he graduated from Brownfield High School in 1949. He was licensed to preach in 1950. Alton married Lela McCrary on July 20, 1951 in Syracuse, Kansas. He attended Wayland Baptist College for 2 years. Alton worked at Piggly Wiggly in Brownfield for 25 years. He was a member of Calvary Baptist Church for 57 years. He was the church clerk for 2 years, delivered tapes to shut-ins, was "Food Box" volunteer and delivered meals on wheels. He is preceded in death by a daughter, Marilynn McKee in 2008.
Alton is survived by his wife of 60 years, Lela of Brownfield; a son, Ralph McKee of Ft. Worth; 2 granddaughters, Kim Walker and Kristina Rosson, both of Lubbock; 3 great granddaughters, Kammi Conn, Kelsey Friese and Kassidy Powell, all of Lubbock; 3 brothers, Walter "Curly" McKee of Mt Pleasant, Bill McKee of Brownfield, Randall McKee of Austin; 2 sisters, Ann Nipp of Cleburne and Faye Little of San Antonio.
Obituary for Roberta E. McPherson
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Services for Roberta E. McPherson, 86, of Hendersonville, Tenn., will be at 10:30 a.m., Friday, January 16, at Brownfield Funeral Home Memorial Chapel. Burial will follow in Terry County Memorial Cemetery under the direction of Brownfield Funeral Home.
Roberta passed away on Sunday, January 11, 2009, in Hendersonville. She was born on April 20, 1922, in Blackwell to James and Lula Webber. She attended Brownfield schools and graduated from Brownfield High School.
She married Barton Franklin McPherson on December 23, 1940, in Brownfield. He preceded her in death on October 29, 1989. She was a member of Hendersonville First Baptist Church.
Roberta is survived by her daughters, Janis McDonald of San Miguel de Allende, Guanajuato, Mexico and Chris Adams and her husband Pat of Hendersonville, Tenn.; three grandchildren, Brian McDonald and his wife Davi of Alexandria, Va., Amanda Dugger and her husband Dan of Hendersonville and Alycia Estok and her husband Dan of Old Hickory, Tenn.; eight great-grandchildren, Alex Osburn, Baylee Dugger, Lauryn Dugger, Braden Dugger, Emma McDonald, Maggie McDonald, Isabella Estok and Annie Estok and numerous nieces and nephews.
The family suggests memorials to the American Cancer Society and the American Lung Association, P.O. Box 26460, Austin, TX 78755-0460.
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Services for Roberta E. McPherson, 86, of Hendersonville, Tenn., will be at 10:30 a.m., Friday, January 16, at Brownfield Funeral Home Memorial Chapel. Burial will follow in Terry County Memorial Cemetery under the direction of Brownfield Funeral Home.
Roberta passed away on Sunday, January 11, 2009, in Hendersonville. She was born on April 20, 1922, in Blackwell to James and Lula Webber. She attended Brownfield schools and graduated from Brownfield High School.
She married Barton Franklin McPherson on December 23, 1940, in Brownfield. He preceded her in death on October 29, 1989. She was a member of Hendersonville First Baptist Church.
Roberta is survived by her daughters, Janis McDonald of San Miguel de Allende, Guanajuato, Mexico and Chris Adams and her husband Pat of Hendersonville, Tenn.; three grandchildren, Brian McDonald and his wife Davi of Alexandria, Va., Amanda Dugger and her husband Dan of Hendersonville and Alycia Estok and her husband Dan of Old Hickory, Tenn.; eight great-grandchildren, Alex Osburn, Baylee Dugger, Lauryn Dugger, Braden Dugger, Emma McDonald, Maggie McDonald, Isabella Estok and Annie Estok and numerous nieces and nephews.
The family suggests memorials to the American Cancer Society and the American Lung Association, P.O. Box 26460, Austin, TX 78755-0460.
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Obituary for Lois Eubank McWherter
submitted by Edgle Dyer
Lois Eubank McWherter, a Brownfield pioneer, died Thursday, March 17, 2010, at the age of 101.
Her services will be at 2 p.m. Monday, March 22, at First Baptist Church Chapel with Rev. Steve Carter officiating. Interment will follow at Terry County Memorial Cemetery under the direction of Brownfield Funeral Home.
Lois' family will meet at 3 p.m. Sunday at the funeral home for visitation.
She was born in a half dug out in Bronco, territory of New Mexico, on January 19, 1909, to Joseph Hamilton Eubank and Irene Cromartie Eubank. Shortly after her birth, Lois and the Eubank family moved to Brownfield, where eventually there were five boys and three girls in the family: John Dick, Scott, Hamilton, Bill, Anna Marie, Joe, Lois and Vivien. There were also three other children who died in childhood or at birth.
Lois was preceded in death by her parents and all of her siblings. She was a pioneer business woman as the owner of the Best Yet Cafe, and it was there that she met Jesse McWherter, whom she married April 25, 1943.
Lois is survived by her four children, Barbara Collier and her husband Carrol of Ruidoso, New Mexico, Eddie Taylor and his wife Martha of Lubbock, Texas, Shaeron Moorhead and her husband Mike of Dallas, Texas and Panze Roberts and her husband David of Charlotte, North Carolina; 10 grandchildren; 14 great grandchildren; two great-great grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews.
After Jesse's death in 1975, she was an able manager of the McWherter farms; she was always a wonderful cook, a gifted seamstress, a talented craftswoman, a prolific gardener and a very loving mother. For many years she was a member of the Eastern Star and First Baptist Church, Brownfield. One of Lois' joys was entertaining friends and family. Our mother was much loved and will be greatly missed.
The McWherter family is very grateful to Janie Flores, Gabriela Martinez, Tomasa Longoria, Nelda Longoria, Elvira Gallegos, Josie Gomez, Johnny and Barbara Willis for their loving care and friendship during Mother's last journey.
Brownfield News
submitted by Edgle Dyer
Lois Eubank McWherter, a Brownfield pioneer, died Thursday, March 17, 2010, at the age of 101.
Her services will be at 2 p.m. Monday, March 22, at First Baptist Church Chapel with Rev. Steve Carter officiating. Interment will follow at Terry County Memorial Cemetery under the direction of Brownfield Funeral Home.
Lois' family will meet at 3 p.m. Sunday at the funeral home for visitation.
She was born in a half dug out in Bronco, territory of New Mexico, on January 19, 1909, to Joseph Hamilton Eubank and Irene Cromartie Eubank. Shortly after her birth, Lois and the Eubank family moved to Brownfield, where eventually there were five boys and three girls in the family: John Dick, Scott, Hamilton, Bill, Anna Marie, Joe, Lois and Vivien. There were also three other children who died in childhood or at birth.
Lois was preceded in death by her parents and all of her siblings. She was a pioneer business woman as the owner of the Best Yet Cafe, and it was there that she met Jesse McWherter, whom she married April 25, 1943.
Lois is survived by her four children, Barbara Collier and her husband Carrol of Ruidoso, New Mexico, Eddie Taylor and his wife Martha of Lubbock, Texas, Shaeron Moorhead and her husband Mike of Dallas, Texas and Panze Roberts and her husband David of Charlotte, North Carolina; 10 grandchildren; 14 great grandchildren; two great-great grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews.
After Jesse's death in 1975, she was an able manager of the McWherter farms; she was always a wonderful cook, a gifted seamstress, a talented craftswoman, a prolific gardener and a very loving mother. For many years she was a member of the Eastern Star and First Baptist Church, Brownfield. One of Lois' joys was entertaining friends and family. Our mother was much loved and will be greatly missed.
The McWherter family is very grateful to Janie Flores, Gabriela Martinez, Tomasa Longoria, Nelda Longoria, Elvira Gallegos, Josie Gomez, Johnny and Barbara Willis for their loving care and friendship during Mother's last journey.
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Obituary for George Byron McWhirter
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Obituary for Mildred P. Meek
submitted by Edgle Dyer
Mildred P. Meek, 91, of Brownfield was called home on Friday, Feb. 20, 2009, in Brownfield. Services will be at 2 p.m. Monday, Feb. 23, at Bethel Baptist Church with Rev. Jack Matlock and Rev. Travis Curry officiating. Burial will be in Terry County Memorial Cemetery under the direction of Brownfield Funeral Home.
Mildred was born on May 3, 1917, in Crosby County to Walt and Flossie Edwards. She married Bob Meek on Dec. 23, 1933, in Crosbyton. They moved to Brownfield in 1948. He preceded her in death on March 16, 2002. She is also preceded in death by her daughter, Janiece Proctor in 1982 and her granddaughter, Lynette Benton in 2003. Mildred worked at Brownfield Regional Medical Center as a nurse's aid for more than 30 years. She was a member of Bethel Baptist Church.
Mildred is survived by her daughter, Novis Ratliff of Lubbock; her sister, Charlotte Kirk of Crosbyton; four great grandchildren and three great-great grandchildren.
Online condolences may be sent to BrownfieldFuneralHome.com. Mildred will be in state at the funeral home on Sunday from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Brownfield News
submitted by Edgle Dyer
Mildred P. Meek, 91, of Brownfield was called home on Friday, Feb. 20, 2009, in Brownfield. Services will be at 2 p.m. Monday, Feb. 23, at Bethel Baptist Church with Rev. Jack Matlock and Rev. Travis Curry officiating. Burial will be in Terry County Memorial Cemetery under the direction of Brownfield Funeral Home.
Mildred was born on May 3, 1917, in Crosby County to Walt and Flossie Edwards. She married Bob Meek on Dec. 23, 1933, in Crosbyton. They moved to Brownfield in 1948. He preceded her in death on March 16, 2002. She is also preceded in death by her daughter, Janiece Proctor in 1982 and her granddaughter, Lynette Benton in 2003. Mildred worked at Brownfield Regional Medical Center as a nurse's aid for more than 30 years. She was a member of Bethel Baptist Church.
Mildred is survived by her daughter, Novis Ratliff of Lubbock; her sister, Charlotte Kirk of Crosbyton; four great grandchildren and three great-great grandchildren.
Online condolences may be sent to BrownfieldFuneralHome.com. Mildred will be in state at the funeral home on Sunday from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m.
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Obituary for Edith Joann Meil
submitted by Edgle Dyer
Services for Edith Joann Meil, 66, of Brownfield were held Monday, Feb. 19, in the Plains Cemetery in Plains with Rev. Randy Land officiating.
Mrs. Meil died Friday, Feb. 16, 2007, at her home in Brownfield. She was born May 7, 1940, in Choctaw, Okla. to Clarence and Thelma Shumake. She was married to Richard Junior Meil on Aug. 20, 1960 in Madill, Okla. She moved to Dallas with her family and graduated from NR Crosure Tech High School.
Mrs. Meil and her husband moved to Plains in the early 1960's and to Brownfield in 1992. She was employed as a supervisor for the Texas Corrections Facility in Brownfied. She was a member of the Antioch Baptist Church.
She was preceded in death by her parents; one nephew---Howard Davidson and two brothers-in-law---Norman Davidson and Johnny Mangham.
She is survived by her husband; one son---Tony and his wife---Dusty of New Deal and one daughter---Annette Signh and her husband---Amrin of Columbus, Ohio. She is also survived by seven grandchildren; one great-grandchild and two sisters---Helen Davidson of Durant, Okla. and Liz Mangham of Argyle, Texas.
Brownfield News
submitted by Edgle Dyer
Services for Edith Joann Meil, 66, of Brownfield were held Monday, Feb. 19, in the Plains Cemetery in Plains with Rev. Randy Land officiating.
Mrs. Meil died Friday, Feb. 16, 2007, at her home in Brownfield. She was born May 7, 1940, in Choctaw, Okla. to Clarence and Thelma Shumake. She was married to Richard Junior Meil on Aug. 20, 1960 in Madill, Okla. She moved to Dallas with her family and graduated from NR Crosure Tech High School.
Mrs. Meil and her husband moved to Plains in the early 1960's and to Brownfield in 1992. She was employed as a supervisor for the Texas Corrections Facility in Brownfied. She was a member of the Antioch Baptist Church.
She was preceded in death by her parents; one nephew---Howard Davidson and two brothers-in-law---Norman Davidson and Johnny Mangham.
She is survived by her husband; one son---Tony and his wife---Dusty of New Deal and one daughter---Annette Signh and her husband---Amrin of Columbus, Ohio. She is also survived by seven grandchildren; one great-grandchild and two sisters---Helen Davidson of Durant, Okla. and Liz Mangham of Argyle, Texas.
Brownfield News
Obituary for Melvin L. Young
submitted by Edgle Dyer
Graveside services for Melvin L. Young, 94, of Brownfield, were held at 10:00 a.m. Thursday, Nov. 3, 2005, in Resthaven Cemetery in Lubbock with Rev. Brad Reeves of Clovis, NM., officiating. Mr. Young died Monday, Oct 31, in Brownfield Regional Medical Center.
He was born July 12, 1911, in Dunn, Texas, and was married to Ida C. Teague in Lubbock. She died in 1985. Mr. Young was also preceded in death by two sons: Lee Young and Hugh Young, three sisters and one brother. He lived in Muleshoe from 1997 until 1999. He moved from New Orleans, LA., to Brownfield in 2004. He was shipping and receiving agent for Foxworth-Galbraith Lumber Co. for a number of years, and was a member of the First United Methodist Church in Muleshoe.
Mr. Young is survived by one daughter, Linda Jackson, of Picayune, Miss; one daughter-in-law, Pat Young, of Muleshoe, and by four grandchildren and eight great grandchildren. Memorials may be made to the Muleshoe First United Methodist Church, Box 505, Muleshoe, TX 79347.
Brownfield News
submitted by Edgle Dyer
Graveside services for Melvin L. Young, 94, of Brownfield, were held at 10:00 a.m. Thursday, Nov. 3, 2005, in Resthaven Cemetery in Lubbock with Rev. Brad Reeves of Clovis, NM., officiating. Mr. Young died Monday, Oct 31, in Brownfield Regional Medical Center.
He was born July 12, 1911, in Dunn, Texas, and was married to Ida C. Teague in Lubbock. She died in 1985. Mr. Young was also preceded in death by two sons: Lee Young and Hugh Young, three sisters and one brother. He lived in Muleshoe from 1997 until 1999. He moved from New Orleans, LA., to Brownfield in 2004. He was shipping and receiving agent for Foxworth-Galbraith Lumber Co. for a number of years, and was a member of the First United Methodist Church in Muleshoe.
Mr. Young is survived by one daughter, Linda Jackson, of Picayune, Miss; one daughter-in-law, Pat Young, of Muleshoe, and by four grandchildren and eight great grandchildren. Memorials may be made to the Muleshoe First United Methodist Church, Box 505, Muleshoe, TX 79347.
Brownfield News
Obituary for Callissa Victoria Mendez
submitted by Edgle Dyer
Our little angel, that we all love and cherish so dearly, was called back into our Lord's arms.
Callissa Victoria Mendez was born November 12, 2009, to Michael Mendez and Cayla Jenkins. She left her Earthly home May 13, 2010.
She lived such a short life, but filled our hearts with great joy and happiness. She is survived by her parents; one brother, Malikai D'Shawn Mendez; two sisters, Mariah Alizah and Jordan Nichole Mendez, all of the home; paternal grandparents, Thomas and Victoria Rodriguez of Levelland; maternal grandparents Tim and Mitzi Jenkins of Brownfield; and paternal great-grandmother, Alicia Mendez of Ropesville; maternal great grandmother Virgie Jenkins of Brownfield, great grandparents Dewayne and Ruth Dixon of Littlefield and Shirley Mack of Lubbock; several aunts, uncles, and cousins.
A rosary was held Friday night at the Head and Duarte Funeral Home in Levelland.
Funeral service was held at 2 p.m. Saturday, May 15, 2009, at St. Michael's Catholic Church in Levelland followed by burial in Terry County Memorial Cemetery.
Brownfield News
submitted by Edgle Dyer
Our little angel, that we all love and cherish so dearly, was called back into our Lord's arms.
Callissa Victoria Mendez was born November 12, 2009, to Michael Mendez and Cayla Jenkins. She left her Earthly home May 13, 2010.
She lived such a short life, but filled our hearts with great joy and happiness. She is survived by her parents; one brother, Malikai D'Shawn Mendez; two sisters, Mariah Alizah and Jordan Nichole Mendez, all of the home; paternal grandparents, Thomas and Victoria Rodriguez of Levelland; maternal grandparents Tim and Mitzi Jenkins of Brownfield; and paternal great-grandmother, Alicia Mendez of Ropesville; maternal great grandmother Virgie Jenkins of Brownfield, great grandparents Dewayne and Ruth Dixon of Littlefield and Shirley Mack of Lubbock; several aunts, uncles, and cousins.
A rosary was held Friday night at the Head and Duarte Funeral Home in Levelland.
Funeral service was held at 2 p.m. Saturday, May 15, 2009, at St. Michael's Catholic Church in Levelland followed by burial in Terry County Memorial Cemetery.
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Obituary for Jessie Mendez
submitted by Edgle Dyer
Jessie Mendez, 54, passed from this life on Monday, December 13, 2010, at Covenant Hospital in Lubbock.
Funeral Services for Mr. Mendez will be at 2 p.m. Wednesday, December 15, at the Meadow Football Field with Pastor Ken McClung officiating. Burial will follow at Meadow Cemetery. Personal services are under the direction of Mark A Jones Funeral Directors of Brownfield.
Mr. Mendez was born to Elias and Alicia Mendez on July 7, 1956, in Meadow. He married Ofelia Rodriguez on March 16, 1979, in Brownfield.
His family remembers him as a big family man who loved cooking ribs. He enjoyed the time he spent with his grandchildren and enjoyed driving the bus for Meadow schools for the past 21 years. He was very proud of being the oldest child and taking care of momma. He also enjoyed music and hot rods.
Those left to cherish his memories are his wife of 34 years, of the home, parents: Alicia of Ropesville; one son, Jonathan Mendez of Meadow; two daughters, Sarah Andrae and husband Josh of Brownfield and Stacy Molina and husband Leo of Meadow; six brothers, Edward Mendez and Jerry Mendez both of Ropesville, Sabas Mendez of Levelland, Elias Mendez, Jr of Wolfforth, Fred Mendez of Lubbock and Paul Mendez of Plainview; seven sisters: Susan Martinez of Smyer, Stella Carrisalez, Lisa Sanchez, Margret Mendez, and Esmeralda Mendez all of Lubbock, Mary Pierce and Vicky Rodriguez both of Levelland; 13 grandchildren and one great-Granddaughter.
He is preceded in death by his father, Elias in 2007.
The family would like to say a special thank you to the community of Meadow.
Brownfield News
submitted by Edgle Dyer
Jessie Mendez, 54, passed from this life on Monday, December 13, 2010, at Covenant Hospital in Lubbock.
Funeral Services for Mr. Mendez will be at 2 p.m. Wednesday, December 15, at the Meadow Football Field with Pastor Ken McClung officiating. Burial will follow at Meadow Cemetery. Personal services are under the direction of Mark A Jones Funeral Directors of Brownfield.
Mr. Mendez was born to Elias and Alicia Mendez on July 7, 1956, in Meadow. He married Ofelia Rodriguez on March 16, 1979, in Brownfield.
His family remembers him as a big family man who loved cooking ribs. He enjoyed the time he spent with his grandchildren and enjoyed driving the bus for Meadow schools for the past 21 years. He was very proud of being the oldest child and taking care of momma. He also enjoyed music and hot rods.
Those left to cherish his memories are his wife of 34 years, of the home, parents: Alicia of Ropesville; one son, Jonathan Mendez of Meadow; two daughters, Sarah Andrae and husband Josh of Brownfield and Stacy Molina and husband Leo of Meadow; six brothers, Edward Mendez and Jerry Mendez both of Ropesville, Sabas Mendez of Levelland, Elias Mendez, Jr of Wolfforth, Fred Mendez of Lubbock and Paul Mendez of Plainview; seven sisters: Susan Martinez of Smyer, Stella Carrisalez, Lisa Sanchez, Margret Mendez, and Esmeralda Mendez all of Lubbock, Mary Pierce and Vicky Rodriguez both of Levelland; 13 grandchildren and one great-Granddaughter.
He is preceded in death by his father, Elias in 2007.
The family would like to say a special thank you to the community of Meadow.
Brownfield News
Obituary for Maria De Jesus Torrez Mendez
submitted by Edgle Dyer
Maria De Jesus Torrez Mendez, 79, passed from this life on Monday, Aug.10, 2009, in Lubbock. Rosaries were held Wednesday, Aug. 12 and Thursday, Aug. 13, at Mark A Jones Memorial Chapel in Brownfield.
Funeral mass was held Friday, Aug. 14, at St. Anthony's Catholic Church in Brownfield. Burial followed at Terry County Cemetery in Brownfield. Personal services were under the direction of Mark A Jones Funeral Directors of Brownfield.
Mrs. Mendez was born to Lino and Francisca Torrez in George West, Texas, on July 20, 1930. She married Emilio Mendez on March 1, 1948. They lived in George West until 1962 when they moved to Needmore, then to Brownfield in 1964.
Those left to cherish her memories are husband of 61 years, Emilio Mendez of the home; six sons, Emilio Mendez, Jr. and wife Patricia of Anton, Francisco Mendez of San Marcos, Alfredo Mendez and wife Sylvia of Hobbs, N.M.; Guadalupe Mendez and wife Lori, Marcos Mendez and Carlos Mendez, all of Brownfield;five daughters, Eloisa Medina and husband Joe and Elida Mendoza of Brownfield, Elena Mendez-Zuniga and husband Mario and Jesusa Lara and husband Joe of Lubbock and Elidia Ramirez and husband Alberto of Cleburne; one daughter-in-law: Eva Mendez of Amarillo and one brother, Jacinto Deleon of George West. She also leaves behind 29 grandchildren and 58 great-grandchildren.
She is preceded in death by: parents, Lino and Francisca Torrez; one son, Juan Mendez; one brother, Nasario Torrez; one sister, Guadalupe Rodriguez and one grandson.
Family requests in lieu of flowers donations can be made to the Guadalupanas, C/O St. Anthony's Catholic Church, PO Box 671 Brownfield, TX 79316.
Brownfield News
submitted by Edgle Dyer
Maria De Jesus Torrez Mendez, 79, passed from this life on Monday, Aug.10, 2009, in Lubbock. Rosaries were held Wednesday, Aug. 12 and Thursday, Aug. 13, at Mark A Jones Memorial Chapel in Brownfield.
Funeral mass was held Friday, Aug. 14, at St. Anthony's Catholic Church in Brownfield. Burial followed at Terry County Cemetery in Brownfield. Personal services were under the direction of Mark A Jones Funeral Directors of Brownfield.
Mrs. Mendez was born to Lino and Francisca Torrez in George West, Texas, on July 20, 1930. She married Emilio Mendez on March 1, 1948. They lived in George West until 1962 when they moved to Needmore, then to Brownfield in 1964.
Those left to cherish her memories are husband of 61 years, Emilio Mendez of the home; six sons, Emilio Mendez, Jr. and wife Patricia of Anton, Francisco Mendez of San Marcos, Alfredo Mendez and wife Sylvia of Hobbs, N.M.; Guadalupe Mendez and wife Lori, Marcos Mendez and Carlos Mendez, all of Brownfield;five daughters, Eloisa Medina and husband Joe and Elida Mendoza of Brownfield, Elena Mendez-Zuniga and husband Mario and Jesusa Lara and husband Joe of Lubbock and Elidia Ramirez and husband Alberto of Cleburne; one daughter-in-law: Eva Mendez of Amarillo and one brother, Jacinto Deleon of George West. She also leaves behind 29 grandchildren and 58 great-grandchildren.
She is preceded in death by: parents, Lino and Francisca Torrez; one son, Juan Mendez; one brother, Nasario Torrez; one sister, Guadalupe Rodriguez and one grandson.
Family requests in lieu of flowers donations can be made to the Guadalupanas, C/O St. Anthony's Catholic Church, PO Box 671 Brownfield, TX 79316.
Brownfield News
Obituary for Lucio M. Mercado
submitted by Edgle Dyer
Services for Lucio M. Mercado, 82, of Meadow will be at 10 a.m. Friday, November 5, 2010, at St. Anthony's Catholic Church with Father Samuel Oracion officiating. Burial will be in Brownfield Cemetery under the direction of Brownfield Funeral Home.
Lucio passed away Monday, November 1, 2010, in a Lubbock Hospital. He was born February 28, 1928, in Mexico City to Pedro and Modesta Mercado. He married Gloria Ramirez on January 6, 1964, in Mexico City, Mexico. She preceded him in death on September 17, 1988. They moved to Wellman in 1964.
He then moved to Meadow after his wife's death. He was a member of St. Anthony's Catholic Church. Lucio worked in the orchards in California before settling in Wellman. and worked as a farm hand for Jimmy Berryhill and Willard Adair before retiring in 1993. Lucio loved spending time with his grandchildren and working in the yard. His favorite teams were the Dallas Cowboys, the Wellman Wildcats and the Meadow Broncos.
Lucio is survived by two sons, Alex Mercado and wife Irma of Wellman and Robert Mercado and wife Julie of Meadow; two daughters, Patricia Rodriguez and husband Ray of Meadow and Elvia Ramos and husband Manuel of La Mirada, Calif,; 10 grandchildren; A.J. Mercado, Yesenia Mercado, Gina Mercado, Lindsey Mercado, Meghan Mercado, Emily Rodriguez, Erik Ramos, Christian Ramos, Alex Ramos and Emmanuel Ramos; 7 great grandchildren, seven sisters and seven brothers; and his father, Pedro Mercado of Mexico City.
Brownfield News
submitted by Edgle Dyer
Services for Lucio M. Mercado, 82, of Meadow will be at 10 a.m. Friday, November 5, 2010, at St. Anthony's Catholic Church with Father Samuel Oracion officiating. Burial will be in Brownfield Cemetery under the direction of Brownfield Funeral Home.
Lucio passed away Monday, November 1, 2010, in a Lubbock Hospital. He was born February 28, 1928, in Mexico City to Pedro and Modesta Mercado. He married Gloria Ramirez on January 6, 1964, in Mexico City, Mexico. She preceded him in death on September 17, 1988. They moved to Wellman in 1964.
He then moved to Meadow after his wife's death. He was a member of St. Anthony's Catholic Church. Lucio worked in the orchards in California before settling in Wellman. and worked as a farm hand for Jimmy Berryhill and Willard Adair before retiring in 1993. Lucio loved spending time with his grandchildren and working in the yard. His favorite teams were the Dallas Cowboys, the Wellman Wildcats and the Meadow Broncos.
Lucio is survived by two sons, Alex Mercado and wife Irma of Wellman and Robert Mercado and wife Julie of Meadow; two daughters, Patricia Rodriguez and husband Ray of Meadow and Elvia Ramos and husband Manuel of La Mirada, Calif,; 10 grandchildren; A.J. Mercado, Yesenia Mercado, Gina Mercado, Lindsey Mercado, Meghan Mercado, Emily Rodriguez, Erik Ramos, Christian Ramos, Alex Ramos and Emmanuel Ramos; 7 great grandchildren, seven sisters and seven brothers; and his father, Pedro Mercado of Mexico City.
Brownfield News
Obituary for Michael John Mercer
submitted by Edgle Dyer
Michael John Mercer "Big Mike" 33, of Austin went to be with his Lord and Savior December 15, 2009. He was born March 10, 1976, in Brownfield to Johnny and Janice Mercer. He moved with his parents to Hobbs, N.M., and then to Gardendale, Texas, a small community north of Odessa. He graduated from Permian High School with the Class of 1994. He was a charter member of Gardendale Christian Fellowship Church.
Michael was blessed with a God-given talent, specializing in the music field as a sound engineer, stage manager and engineer of studio recordings. His many accomplishments in his short life included going on the road as sound engineer with "Terry Fator and Texas the Band" in 2001 - 2002. He joined "Asleep at the Wheel" from 2002 - 2008 as stage manager. He ran sound and equipment for more than 700 performances. His most notable performances included 2004 Presidential Inaugural, The Bob Wills Musical at the Kennedy Center for President and Mrs. Bush, Willie Nelson and Asleep at the Wheel's "Willie and the Wheel" Tour and The Grand Ole Opry.
He engineered studio recordings for Asleep at the Wheel CD releases "Live at Billy Bob's Texas," "Reinventing the Wheel" and "Santa Loves to Boogie."
Mike most recently worked as Operations Manager of Big House Sound in Austin and was an inspiration to their audio engineers.
Most recently, he oversaw the event held for the Ft. Hood tragedy in which the President of the United States spoke.
Mike had the privilege to work with many famous music artists, shake hands with four United States Presidents, serve on the board of directors for the Texas Country Music Association and voting membership in the National Academy of Recording Arts and Sciences (Grammys). Mike's love for music and sound production was completely evident in his work and his impact in the music world will always be remembered.
Michael's dream was to travel and he lived his life to the fullest by visiting 48 states, Canada, islands of the Carribean and many countries in Europe. Not only did Mike get to see the world, but he got paid to live his dream of travel!
Michael is survived by his parents, grandmother Oleta Burris of Wellman and numerous aunts, uncles, cousins and friends. He is preceded in death by grandparents Lute and Avis Mercer and W.O. "Bill" Burris.
Mike's life was celebrated at 10 a.m. Saturday, December 19, 2009, at Gardendale Christian Fellowship Church with Rev. Wade Welch officiating. Interment was at 3 p.m. at Terry County Memorial Cemetery in Brownfield.
The family received visitors Friday, December 18, 2009, at Frank W. Wilson Funeral Home.
In lieu of flowers, the family encourages memorials to the Gideon's International, the American Heart Association or Gardendale Christian Fellowship Church. Online condolences may be made at www.frankwwilson.com. Services are entrusted to Frank W. Wilson Funeral Directors.
Brownfield News
submitted by Edgle Dyer
Michael John Mercer "Big Mike" 33, of Austin went to be with his Lord and Savior December 15, 2009. He was born March 10, 1976, in Brownfield to Johnny and Janice Mercer. He moved with his parents to Hobbs, N.M., and then to Gardendale, Texas, a small community north of Odessa. He graduated from Permian High School with the Class of 1994. He was a charter member of Gardendale Christian Fellowship Church.
Michael was blessed with a God-given talent, specializing in the music field as a sound engineer, stage manager and engineer of studio recordings. His many accomplishments in his short life included going on the road as sound engineer with "Terry Fator and Texas the Band" in 2001 - 2002. He joined "Asleep at the Wheel" from 2002 - 2008 as stage manager. He ran sound and equipment for more than 700 performances. His most notable performances included 2004 Presidential Inaugural, The Bob Wills Musical at the Kennedy Center for President and Mrs. Bush, Willie Nelson and Asleep at the Wheel's "Willie and the Wheel" Tour and The Grand Ole Opry.
He engineered studio recordings for Asleep at the Wheel CD releases "Live at Billy Bob's Texas," "Reinventing the Wheel" and "Santa Loves to Boogie."
Mike most recently worked as Operations Manager of Big House Sound in Austin and was an inspiration to their audio engineers.
Most recently, he oversaw the event held for the Ft. Hood tragedy in which the President of the United States spoke.
Mike had the privilege to work with many famous music artists, shake hands with four United States Presidents, serve on the board of directors for the Texas Country Music Association and voting membership in the National Academy of Recording Arts and Sciences (Grammys). Mike's love for music and sound production was completely evident in his work and his impact in the music world will always be remembered.
Michael's dream was to travel and he lived his life to the fullest by visiting 48 states, Canada, islands of the Carribean and many countries in Europe. Not only did Mike get to see the world, but he got paid to live his dream of travel!
Michael is survived by his parents, grandmother Oleta Burris of Wellman and numerous aunts, uncles, cousins and friends. He is preceded in death by grandparents Lute and Avis Mercer and W.O. "Bill" Burris.
Mike's life was celebrated at 10 a.m. Saturday, December 19, 2009, at Gardendale Christian Fellowship Church with Rev. Wade Welch officiating. Interment was at 3 p.m. at Terry County Memorial Cemetery in Brownfield.
The family received visitors Friday, December 18, 2009, at Frank W. Wilson Funeral Home.
In lieu of flowers, the family encourages memorials to the Gideon's International, the American Heart Association or Gardendale Christian Fellowship Church. Online condolences may be made at www.frankwwilson.com. Services are entrusted to Frank W. Wilson Funeral Directors.
Brownfield News
Obituary for Alton M. Merritt
submitted by Edgle Dyer
Alton M. Merritt, 72, of Brownfield passed away Wednesday, Feb. 4, 2009, at his home in Brownfield. Services were held at 11 a.m. Saturday, Feb. 7 at First United Methodist Church with Rev. Ruby Moltrie officiating and Rev. Don McWhorter assisting. Internment followed in the Terry County Memorial Cemetery under the direction of Brownfield Funeral Home.
Alton was born on May 6, 1936, and raised by Claude Lee and Carrie Mae Merritt. He moved with his family to Brownfield in 1940 and graduated from Brownfield High School in 1954. On March 2, 1978, he married Earlene Rowan Elliott in Brownfield.
Together they were members of The Terry Twirlers Square Dance Club and the Lubbock Area Square Dance Association as well as serving on the Meals on Wheels board where they delivered many meals. Alton was a member of First United Methodist Church, where he participated in the choir, hand bell choir, Methodist Men and Backyard missions. He is preceded in death by his twin sister Alta Lenning on July 18, 2008.
Alton is survived by his wife Earlene Merritt of Brownfield; his son, Doug Elliott and his wife Kelley of Keller; two daughters, Renea Nave and her husband Chuck of Brownfield and Donna Hodges and her husband Ronnie of Brownfield; five grandchildren and one great grandson.
Brownfield News
submitted by Edgle Dyer
Alton M. Merritt, 72, of Brownfield passed away Wednesday, Feb. 4, 2009, at his home in Brownfield. Services were held at 11 a.m. Saturday, Feb. 7 at First United Methodist Church with Rev. Ruby Moltrie officiating and Rev. Don McWhorter assisting. Internment followed in the Terry County Memorial Cemetery under the direction of Brownfield Funeral Home.
Alton was born on May 6, 1936, and raised by Claude Lee and Carrie Mae Merritt. He moved with his family to Brownfield in 1940 and graduated from Brownfield High School in 1954. On March 2, 1978, he married Earlene Rowan Elliott in Brownfield.
Together they were members of The Terry Twirlers Square Dance Club and the Lubbock Area Square Dance Association as well as serving on the Meals on Wheels board where they delivered many meals. Alton was a member of First United Methodist Church, where he participated in the choir, hand bell choir, Methodist Men and Backyard missions. He is preceded in death by his twin sister Alta Lenning on July 18, 2008.
Alton is survived by his wife Earlene Merritt of Brownfield; his son, Doug Elliott and his wife Kelley of Keller; two daughters, Renea Nave and her husband Chuck of Brownfield and Donna Hodges and her husband Ronnie of Brownfield; five grandchildren and one great grandson.
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Obituary for Earlene Merritt
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Services for Emma Earlene Merritt, 65, of Brownfield were held at 10 a.m. Saturday, October 23, 2010, at First United Methodist Church with Rev. Ruby Moultrie officiating. Burial was in Terry County Memorial Cemetery under the direction of Brownfield Funeral Home.
Earlene passed away Wednesday, October 20, 2010, at her daughter's home in Brownfield. She was born December 23, 1944, in Crane, Texas to Earl and Clercy Smith Rowan and graduated from Levelland High School in 1963.
She married Gary Elliott in February of 1963, in Levelland. He preceded her in death on April 10, 1975. Earlene then married Alton Max Merritt on March 2, 1978 in Brownfield. He preceded her in death on Feb. 4, 2009.
She and her husband owned and operated Merritt's Grocery for many years before retiring. She was a member of First United Methodist Church where she was a member of the choir, hand bell choir, Methodist Women and a Sunday School teacher.
Earlene is survived by her daughters, Donna Hodges and husband Ronnie of Brownfield and Renea Nave and husband Chuck of Brownfield; a son, Doug Elliott and wife Kelley of Keller; five grandchildren, Nick Hodges, Chris Flippin and wife Heather, Amber Proctor and husband Rex, Logan and Lexie Nave; two great grandchildren, E.J. Hodges and Rhowen Flippin.
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Services for Emma Earlene Merritt, 65, of Brownfield were held at 10 a.m. Saturday, October 23, 2010, at First United Methodist Church with Rev. Ruby Moultrie officiating. Burial was in Terry County Memorial Cemetery under the direction of Brownfield Funeral Home.
Earlene passed away Wednesday, October 20, 2010, at her daughter's home in Brownfield. She was born December 23, 1944, in Crane, Texas to Earl and Clercy Smith Rowan and graduated from Levelland High School in 1963.
She married Gary Elliott in February of 1963, in Levelland. He preceded her in death on April 10, 1975. Earlene then married Alton Max Merritt on March 2, 1978 in Brownfield. He preceded her in death on Feb. 4, 2009.
She and her husband owned and operated Merritt's Grocery for many years before retiring. She was a member of First United Methodist Church where she was a member of the choir, hand bell choir, Methodist Women and a Sunday School teacher.
Earlene is survived by her daughters, Donna Hodges and husband Ronnie of Brownfield and Renea Nave and husband Chuck of Brownfield; a son, Doug Elliott and wife Kelley of Keller; five grandchildren, Nick Hodges, Chris Flippin and wife Heather, Amber Proctor and husband Rex, Logan and Lexie Nave; two great grandchildren, E.J. Hodges and Rhowen Flippin.
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Obituary for Lela Z. Merritt
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Lela Z. Merritt, 91, of Brownfield died Thursday, May 17, in Lubbock. Services were held, Saturday, May 19, 2007, at the Brownfield Funeral Home Memorial Chapel.
Mrs. Merritt was born on Sept. 27, 1915, in Weatherford, to Harvey and Mary Durham. She moved with her family to Brownfield in 1924. She attended school in the Harmony Community. She married Joe A. Merritt on March 8, 1948, in Brownfield. He preceded her in death on Nov. 23, 1988. She was a member of the Church of the Living God.
Mrs. Merritt is survived by her daughter, Carolyn Rice and her husband, Roy, of Stamford. She is also survived by two granddaughters: Crystal Melcher and her husband, Jeff, of Lubbock, and Deidra Baker and her husband, Chance, of Wellman and by six great grandchildren; Desiree Melcher, Brittany Melcher, Ryan Melcher, Tristan Baker, Harlee Baker, and Dylan Baker.
She is also survived by two sisters: Delphia Davis of Hart and Rosetta Henderson of Brownfield, and several nieces and nephews.
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Lela Z. Merritt, 91, of Brownfield died Thursday, May 17, in Lubbock. Services were held, Saturday, May 19, 2007, at the Brownfield Funeral Home Memorial Chapel.
Mrs. Merritt was born on Sept. 27, 1915, in Weatherford, to Harvey and Mary Durham. She moved with her family to Brownfield in 1924. She attended school in the Harmony Community. She married Joe A. Merritt on March 8, 1948, in Brownfield. He preceded her in death on Nov. 23, 1988. She was a member of the Church of the Living God.
Mrs. Merritt is survived by her daughter, Carolyn Rice and her husband, Roy, of Stamford. She is also survived by two granddaughters: Crystal Melcher and her husband, Jeff, of Lubbock, and Deidra Baker and her husband, Chance, of Wellman and by six great grandchildren; Desiree Melcher, Brittany Melcher, Ryan Melcher, Tristan Baker, Harlee Baker, and Dylan Baker.
She is also survived by two sisters: Delphia Davis of Hart and Rosetta Henderson of Brownfield, and several nieces and nephews.
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Obituary for Ruth Irene Ross Merritt
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Ruth Irene Ross Merritt, 88, died Saturday, Jan. 12, 2008, at her home in Brownfield. Graveside Services were held Wednesday, Jan. 16, at Restland Cemetery.
Mrs. Merritt was born on Sept. 22, 1919, to the late Guvvy Van Ross and Mattie Bell Bird Ross in Flat. She graduated from Crawford High School as the Valedictorian of her class. She married George Truett Merritt on Nov. 14, 1942, in Gatesville and they lived in Odessa before moving to Monahans where they lived for 16 years.
The family moved to Brownfield in 1971. Mrs. Merritt worked for many years as a teller for Brownfield State Bank before retiring in the early '90's.
She was a member of the Brownfield Church of Christ and devoted many hours to World Bible School Program. Reading and writing were long time passions.
She was preceded in death by her husband; one sister--Ruby Williams and a brother--Ted Ross. She is survived by her son--David Lloyd Merritt of Ft. Worth, one daughter--Chris Merritt of Austin and by three grandchildren--Brandi, Megan, and Michael and one great grandson--Jacob.
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Ruth Irene Ross Merritt, 88, died Saturday, Jan. 12, 2008, at her home in Brownfield. Graveside Services were held Wednesday, Jan. 16, at Restland Cemetery.
Mrs. Merritt was born on Sept. 22, 1919, to the late Guvvy Van Ross and Mattie Bell Bird Ross in Flat. She graduated from Crawford High School as the Valedictorian of her class. She married George Truett Merritt on Nov. 14, 1942, in Gatesville and they lived in Odessa before moving to Monahans where they lived for 16 years.
The family moved to Brownfield in 1971. Mrs. Merritt worked for many years as a teller for Brownfield State Bank before retiring in the early '90's.
She was a member of the Brownfield Church of Christ and devoted many hours to World Bible School Program. Reading and writing were long time passions.
She was preceded in death by her husband; one sister--Ruby Williams and a brother--Ted Ross. She is survived by her son--David Lloyd Merritt of Ft. Worth, one daughter--Chris Merritt of Austin and by three grandchildren--Brandi, Megan, and Michael and one great grandson--Jacob.
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Obituary for Jose Roberto Mesquias
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Services for Jose Roberto Mesquias, Sr., 72, of Brownfield were held Friday, Aug. 16, at St. Anthony's Catholic Church in Brownfield with Father Gerald Leatham officiating. Rosaries were prayed Tuesday and Wednesday at Mark A. Jones Memorial Chapel. Interment was in the Brownfield Cemetery.
He died Sunday, Aug 13, 2006 in Lubbock. Mesquias was born on Dec. 1, 1933 to Jose and Virginia Mesquias in Robstown. He was a Catholic and was a member of the Crusillista at St. Anthony's. He had lived in Lubbock since 1991.
He is survived by two sons - Pedro of Brownfield and George of Levelland; and five daughters: Lupe Martinez, Esperanza Torres, and Irmalinda Mesquias, of Brownfield, Cecilia Salazar of Levelland and Virginia Mendoza of Ft. Stockton.
He is also survived by three brothers---George, Miguel and Johnny all of San Antonio and six sisters: Maria Armenta of Corpus Christi, Olivia Casias, Hortensia Gonzales, Francisca Davila and Maria Luisa Elizardo all of San Antonio and Corinne Higginbotham of Longview.
He also left 24 grandchildren, 39 great-grandchildren and one great-great-granddaughter. He was preceded in death by his parents and two sons, Jose Roberto Jr. and Jesus.
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Services for Jose Roberto Mesquias, Sr., 72, of Brownfield were held Friday, Aug. 16, at St. Anthony's Catholic Church in Brownfield with Father Gerald Leatham officiating. Rosaries were prayed Tuesday and Wednesday at Mark A. Jones Memorial Chapel. Interment was in the Brownfield Cemetery.
He died Sunday, Aug 13, 2006 in Lubbock. Mesquias was born on Dec. 1, 1933 to Jose and Virginia Mesquias in Robstown. He was a Catholic and was a member of the Crusillista at St. Anthony's. He had lived in Lubbock since 1991.
He is survived by two sons - Pedro of Brownfield and George of Levelland; and five daughters: Lupe Martinez, Esperanza Torres, and Irmalinda Mesquias, of Brownfield, Cecilia Salazar of Levelland and Virginia Mendoza of Ft. Stockton.
He is also survived by three brothers---George, Miguel and Johnny all of San Antonio and six sisters: Maria Armenta of Corpus Christi, Olivia Casias, Hortensia Gonzales, Francisca Davila and Maria Luisa Elizardo all of San Antonio and Corinne Higginbotham of Longview.
He also left 24 grandchildren, 39 great-grandchildren and one great-great-granddaughter. He was preceded in death by his parents and two sons, Jose Roberto Jr. and Jesus.
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Obituary for Kittie Metcalf
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Kittie Metcalf, 94, of Brownfield died Wednesday, Feb. 7, 2007, in Plainview. Services were held Saturday, Feb. 10th in the Brownfield Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Douglas Shelly officiating. Burial was in the Brownfield Cemetery.
She was born Aug. 13, 1912, in Windom to James and Nannie Boles and was married to S. A. Metcalf in 1931 in Honeygrove. They moved to Brownfield in 1947. Mr. Metcalf died on May 4, 1970.
Mrs. Metcalf was employed by the Brownfield School District for 10 years and also by the Coop Cafe for four years prior to her retirement in 1969. She was preceded in death by one son---Billy Metcalf in 1990.
Mrs. Metcalf is survived by five sons---Jerry of Brownfield, Larry of Lewisville, Gary of Lubbock, Dale of San Clemente, Calif. and Elbert of Calera, Okla.
She is also survived by three brothers---Ray Boles of Duncanville, James N. Boles of San Antonio and J.L. Boles of Greenville; one sister---Ruth Watson of Sherman and by 20 grandchildren, 31 great-grandchildren and four great-great- grandchildren.
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Kittie Metcalf, 94, of Brownfield died Wednesday, Feb. 7, 2007, in Plainview. Services were held Saturday, Feb. 10th in the Brownfield Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Douglas Shelly officiating. Burial was in the Brownfield Cemetery.
She was born Aug. 13, 1912, in Windom to James and Nannie Boles and was married to S. A. Metcalf in 1931 in Honeygrove. They moved to Brownfield in 1947. Mr. Metcalf died on May 4, 1970.
Mrs. Metcalf was employed by the Brownfield School District for 10 years and also by the Coop Cafe for four years prior to her retirement in 1969. She was preceded in death by one son---Billy Metcalf in 1990.
Mrs. Metcalf is survived by five sons---Jerry of Brownfield, Larry of Lewisville, Gary of Lubbock, Dale of San Clemente, Calif. and Elbert of Calera, Okla.
She is also survived by three brothers---Ray Boles of Duncanville, James N. Boles of San Antonio and J.L. Boles of Greenville; one sister---Ruth Watson of Sherman and by 20 grandchildren, 31 great-grandchildren and four great-great- grandchildren.
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Obituary for Jesse Joe Milburn
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Memorial Services for Jesse Joe Milburn, 70, of Brownfield will be held Friday, April 27, 2012, at 10am in the Brownfield Funeral Home Memorial Chapel with Rev. Jerald Baldwin officiating.
Joe Milburn was born October 5, 1941, to Jesse James Milburn and Margie Lynn Fowler in Ranger. He graduated from Brownfield High School and married Doris Jackson in January of 1961. Joe is preceded in death by his brother, John Milburn, and his parents.
Joe is survived by two sons, Jeff Milburn of Lubbock, and Lonny Milburn of Brownfield; two daughters, Caren Milburn of Brownfield and Kaela Warren of Florida; 10 grand children: Toby Bridges, Talor Milburn, Sara Milburn, Ashtyn Milburn, Jessica Nelson, Trevor Baldwin, Jillian Rolan, Trenton Rolan, Michael Warren, Steven Warren; 4 great grandchildren, Stetson Bridges, Colt Bridges, Sophie Carasco, Glory Baldwin; and two brothers, Jim Milburn and Jack Milburn.
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Memorial Services for Jesse Joe Milburn, 70, of Brownfield will be held Friday, April 27, 2012, at 10am in the Brownfield Funeral Home Memorial Chapel with Rev. Jerald Baldwin officiating.
Joe Milburn was born October 5, 1941, to Jesse James Milburn and Margie Lynn Fowler in Ranger. He graduated from Brownfield High School and married Doris Jackson in January of 1961. Joe is preceded in death by his brother, John Milburn, and his parents.
Joe is survived by two sons, Jeff Milburn of Lubbock, and Lonny Milburn of Brownfield; two daughters, Caren Milburn of Brownfield and Kaela Warren of Florida; 10 grand children: Toby Bridges, Talor Milburn, Sara Milburn, Ashtyn Milburn, Jessica Nelson, Trevor Baldwin, Jillian Rolan, Trenton Rolan, Michael Warren, Steven Warren; 4 great grandchildren, Stetson Bridges, Colt Bridges, Sophie Carasco, Glory Baldwin; and two brothers, Jim Milburn and Jack Milburn.
Obituary for Eva Mae Miles
submitted by Edgle Dyer Memorial Services for Eva Mae Miles, 59, of Brownfield were held Tuesday, Jan. 13, 2009 at New Life House of Praise Church with Rev. Michael Hudson officiating. Graveside services followed at Mt. Zion Cemetery in Brownfield.
Eva Mae passed away Monday, Jan. 5, 2009, in Brownfield. She was born Sept. 6, 1949, in Haskell to M. C. "Mack" and Nell Phergson. She attended Brownfield schools. and was a member of New House Life of Praise Church.
Eva Mae is survived by five sisters, Rose Waitman of Brownfield, Vera Phillips of Odessa, Willie B. Phergson of Tacoma, Wash., Alta Bea Edwards of North Carolina and Abe Washington of Lubbock; two brothers, Roger Phergson of Brownfield and Labon Bean, Jr. of Lubbock.
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submitted by Edgle Dyer Memorial Services for Eva Mae Miles, 59, of Brownfield were held Tuesday, Jan. 13, 2009 at New Life House of Praise Church with Rev. Michael Hudson officiating. Graveside services followed at Mt. Zion Cemetery in Brownfield.
Eva Mae passed away Monday, Jan. 5, 2009, in Brownfield. She was born Sept. 6, 1949, in Haskell to M. C. "Mack" and Nell Phergson. She attended Brownfield schools. and was a member of New House Life of Praise Church.
Eva Mae is survived by five sisters, Rose Waitman of Brownfield, Vera Phillips of Odessa, Willie B. Phergson of Tacoma, Wash., Alta Bea Edwards of North Carolina and Abe Washington of Lubbock; two brothers, Roger Phergson of Brownfield and Labon Bean, Jr. of Lubbock.
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Obituary for Estelle Miller
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Estelle Miller, 87, of Brownfield passed away on Wednesday, October 28, 2009, at her home. Services will be at 2 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 31, at Calvary Baptist Church with Rev. Stan McNiel and Rev. Clarence Branch officiating.
Estelle was born on July 4, 1922, in Haskell County to Clyde and Bertha McNiel. She moved to Brownfield with her family in the 1930s. On January 18, 1944, in Lovington, N.M., Estelle married William Oliver Miller. He preceded her in death May 6, 2002. She was also preceded in death by her son, Damon Miller.
Estelle was a member of Calvary Baptist Church.
She is survived by her daughter, Marietta Sooter and her husband Phil, of Lubbock; her grandson, Shawn Sooter of Lubbock; her granddaughter, Kim Chitwood and her husband Jim, of Henderson, Nev.; two step-granddaughters, Brigette Taylor and her husband David of Lubbock and Shockey Nail and her husband Ronnie of Blackwell; six great grandchildren; one great-great-grandchild and her brother, R.R. "Pete" McNiel.
The family suggests memorials to the Calvary Baptist Church Building Fund or VistaCare Hospice.
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Estelle Miller, 87, of Brownfield passed away on Wednesday, October 28, 2009, at her home. Services will be at 2 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 31, at Calvary Baptist Church with Rev. Stan McNiel and Rev. Clarence Branch officiating.
Estelle was born on July 4, 1922, in Haskell County to Clyde and Bertha McNiel. She moved to Brownfield with her family in the 1930s. On January 18, 1944, in Lovington, N.M., Estelle married William Oliver Miller. He preceded her in death May 6, 2002. She was also preceded in death by her son, Damon Miller.
Estelle was a member of Calvary Baptist Church.
She is survived by her daughter, Marietta Sooter and her husband Phil, of Lubbock; her grandson, Shawn Sooter of Lubbock; her granddaughter, Kim Chitwood and her husband Jim, of Henderson, Nev.; two step-granddaughters, Brigette Taylor and her husband David of Lubbock and Shockey Nail and her husband Ronnie of Blackwell; six great grandchildren; one great-great-grandchild and her brother, R.R. "Pete" McNiel.
The family suggests memorials to the Calvary Baptist Church Building Fund or VistaCare Hospice.
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Obituary for Abelardo Molina
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Abelardo Molina, 48, of Brownfield passed away Thursday, February 10, 2011, at his home in Brownfield.
Services will be held at a.m. Monday, Feb. 14, at St. Anthony's Catholic Church with Father Gerald Leatham officiating. Burial will be at Brownfield Cemetery under the direction of Brownfield Funeral Home.
Abel was born February 23, 1962, to Santiago and Elisa Molina in Brownfield. He attended and graduated from Brownfield Schools. He was a member of St. Anthony's Catholic Church.
Abel is preceded in death by his father in 2000. He is survived by his mother, Elisa Molina; two sisters, Norma Jean Castillo and husband Roy and Virginia Martinez and husband Joe; two brothers, Israel Molina and Larry Molina; and several nieces and nephews. All his family are of Brownfield.
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Abelardo Molina, 48, of Brownfield passed away Thursday, February 10, 2011, at his home in Brownfield.
Services will be held at a.m. Monday, Feb. 14, at St. Anthony's Catholic Church with Father Gerald Leatham officiating. Burial will be at Brownfield Cemetery under the direction of Brownfield Funeral Home.
Abel was born February 23, 1962, to Santiago and Elisa Molina in Brownfield. He attended and graduated from Brownfield Schools. He was a member of St. Anthony's Catholic Church.
Abel is preceded in death by his father in 2000. He is survived by his mother, Elisa Molina; two sisters, Norma Jean Castillo and husband Roy and Virginia Martinez and husband Joe; two brothers, Israel Molina and Larry Molina; and several nieces and nephews. All his family are of Brownfield.
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Obituary for Maria Molina
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Maria Molina, 58, passed away on Aug. 13, 2006 at her residence in Brownfield. Services for Molina were at 10 a.m. Wednesday, Aug. 16, 2006 at Templo Sinai, Asambleas De Dios in Brownfield. Interment was in the Brownfield Cemetery with Rev. Raul Gutierrez officiating.
Mrs. Molina was born to Cruz and Juanita Garcia on June 23, 1948 in Poth, Texas. She attended schools in Brownfield. On Oct. 12, 1963, Maria married Daniel Molina. She was a life long resident of Brownfield and was a member of the Templo Sinai Ladies Group.
She is survived by two sons: Ricky Molina of San Antonio and Gilbert Molina of Lubbock; five daughters, Mary Jane Garcia of Brownfield, Delia Castillo and Elizabeth Sulaica of San Antonio, Irene Mesquias of Levelland and Sally Ann Serna of Wolfforth; two brothers: Jimmy Garcia of Sequin and Cruz Garcia Jr. of Lubbock; three sisters, Lydia Gomez and Celia Moreno of Abilene and Delfina Fonseca of Brownfield.
She was also survived by 18 grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents and one sister.
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Maria Molina, 58, passed away on Aug. 13, 2006 at her residence in Brownfield. Services for Molina were at 10 a.m. Wednesday, Aug. 16, 2006 at Templo Sinai, Asambleas De Dios in Brownfield. Interment was in the Brownfield Cemetery with Rev. Raul Gutierrez officiating.
Mrs. Molina was born to Cruz and Juanita Garcia on June 23, 1948 in Poth, Texas. She attended schools in Brownfield. On Oct. 12, 1963, Maria married Daniel Molina. She was a life long resident of Brownfield and was a member of the Templo Sinai Ladies Group.
She is survived by two sons: Ricky Molina of San Antonio and Gilbert Molina of Lubbock; five daughters, Mary Jane Garcia of Brownfield, Delia Castillo and Elizabeth Sulaica of San Antonio, Irene Mesquias of Levelland and Sally Ann Serna of Wolfforth; two brothers: Jimmy Garcia of Sequin and Cruz Garcia Jr. of Lubbock; three sisters, Lydia Gomez and Celia Moreno of Abilene and Delfina Fonseca of Brownfield.
She was also survived by 18 grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents and one sister.
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Obituary for Raymundo P. Molina
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Raymundo P. Molina, 67, of Brownfield passed away on Thursday, January 28, 2010, in Lubbock.
Services will be at 10 a.m. Saturday, January 30, at Brownfield Church of Christ with Rev. Marcelino Banda officiating. Interment will follow at the Brownfield Cemetery under the direction of Brownfield Funeral Home.
Raymundo was born on February 23, 1942, in Hobson, Texas to Andres and Concepcion Molina. He was raised in Karnes City as a child and moved to Brownfield in 1955, where he worked for Goodpasture for over 10 years.
He is preceded in death by his parents; his daughter, Sue Ann Rivera in 1996; two brothers, Santiago and Jose Molina and his sister, Juanita Morin.
Raymundo is survived by two daughters, Joveta Moroles and her husband Santos of Odessa and Eileen Riojas and her husband Felix of Brownfield; eight grandchildren; five great grandchildren and three sisters, Lali Garcia and her husband Orlando of Brownfield, Nora Molina of Lubbock and Dominga Reyna and her husband Jimmy of Goodland, Kan.
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Raymundo P. Molina, 67, of Brownfield passed away on Thursday, January 28, 2010, in Lubbock.
Services will be at 10 a.m. Saturday, January 30, at Brownfield Church of Christ with Rev. Marcelino Banda officiating. Interment will follow at the Brownfield Cemetery under the direction of Brownfield Funeral Home.
Raymundo was born on February 23, 1942, in Hobson, Texas to Andres and Concepcion Molina. He was raised in Karnes City as a child and moved to Brownfield in 1955, where he worked for Goodpasture for over 10 years.
He is preceded in death by his parents; his daughter, Sue Ann Rivera in 1996; two brothers, Santiago and Jose Molina and his sister, Juanita Morin.
Raymundo is survived by two daughters, Joveta Moroles and her husband Santos of Odessa and Eileen Riojas and her husband Felix of Brownfield; eight grandchildren; five great grandchildren and three sisters, Lali Garcia and her husband Orlando of Brownfield, Nora Molina of Lubbock and Dominga Reyna and her husband Jimmy of Goodland, Kan.
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Obituary for Jack Edward Monfore
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Jack Edward Monfore, 86, of Brownfield, passed away on Friday, January 8 at his home. He was born to parents, Earl and Mona Monfore, on October 8, 1923, in Springfield, South Dakota.
On March 20, 1946, he married Junerose Marie Burmeister and together they raised 6 children; 5 sons and 1 daughter.
Jack was preceded in death by his wife, Junerose Monfore, on Nov. 7, 1997, as well as by 3 sons, Monte Monfore, Mark Monfore and Donald Mills. Surviving him are sons, Jack Monfore Jr. of Brownfield, William Monfore of Phelen, California, and Patricia Saylor of Phelen, California.
He had 15 grandchildren and numerous great-grandchildren. Jack was a longtime member of the Brownfield Congregation of Jehovah's Witnesses where he served as a Ministerial Servant, or deacon.
Memorial Services will be held on Saturday, January 16, at the Brownfield Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses, 303 E. Magnolia. The service will begin at 3:00 pm with Ben Benson, minister, officiating. The family suggests memorials to the charity of your choice.
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Jack Edward Monfore, 86, of Brownfield, passed away on Friday, January 8 at his home. He was born to parents, Earl and Mona Monfore, on October 8, 1923, in Springfield, South Dakota.
On March 20, 1946, he married Junerose Marie Burmeister and together they raised 6 children; 5 sons and 1 daughter.
Jack was preceded in death by his wife, Junerose Monfore, on Nov. 7, 1997, as well as by 3 sons, Monte Monfore, Mark Monfore and Donald Mills. Surviving him are sons, Jack Monfore Jr. of Brownfield, William Monfore of Phelen, California, and Patricia Saylor of Phelen, California.
He had 15 grandchildren and numerous great-grandchildren. Jack was a longtime member of the Brownfield Congregation of Jehovah's Witnesses where he served as a Ministerial Servant, or deacon.
Memorial Services will be held on Saturday, January 16, at the Brownfield Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses, 303 E. Magnolia. The service will begin at 3:00 pm with Ben Benson, minister, officiating. The family suggests memorials to the charity of your choice.
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Obituary for Bobbie L. Montgomery
submitted by Edgle Dyer Services for Bobbie L. (Thomson) Montgomery, 84, of Brownfield will be 2 p.m. Thursday, October 30, 2008, at Calvary Baptist Church with Rev. Michael Gresham officiating and Rev. Clarence Branch. Burial will follow in Terry County Memorial Cemetery under the direction of Brownfield Funeral Home.
The family will receive friends from 5-7 p.m. Wednesday at the Funeral Home.
Bobbie passed away the morning of October 27, 2008, in Lubbock. She was born September 4, 1924, in Loraine to Robert and Laura Dee Foster and moved from San Saba to Brownfield in the late thirties. She attended and graduated from Brownfield High School. She married Loyd M. Thomson on February 24, 1943. That union was blessed with two children, Robert (Mack) and Carrol (C.W).
Loyd preceded her in death in 1954. She then married James Ira (Monty) Montgomery, Jr. in July 1970. He brought into this union four children, Glynda Gresham, Bryan Montgomery, Andy Decker and Leland Decker. Bobbie held several different positions in her life including Selective Service Board, Jones Theaters and was County Treasurer from 1967 until retiring in 1990. She was active and held several positions in the Rebecca Lodge. She was a member of and active in Calvary Baptist Church of Brownfield.
She was preceded in death by her husband, J. I. (Monty) Montgomery; her parents, Robert L. and Laura D. Foster of Brownfield; one sister, Audrey (Tiny) and brother-in-law Harold Hill of Hobbs, New Mexico, and a nephew, Gregory Hill of Hobbs, New Mexico.
Bobbie is survived by her children, Robert (Mack) and Judy Thomson of Meadow, C.W. and Sylvia Thomson of Lubbock, Glynda and Michael Gresham of Port Lavaca, Bryan and Sherry Montgomery of Shallowater, Andy and Kandy Decker of Plainview, and Leland and Susan Decker of Austin; a sister, Minnie Ruth and Robert Rigler of Plainview; a brother, Robert (Jack) and Keiko Foster of Campbell; and a niece, Lynn and Tim Bryant of Wichita Falls. Bobbie is also survived by 13 grandchildren and 16 great-grandchildren.
Pallbearers will be Bobbie's grandsons. Online condolences may be made at www.BrownfieldFuneralHome.com. The family suggests memorials to the Terry County Cemetery Association, 500 W. Main, Rm. 104, Brownfield, TX. 79316.
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submitted by Edgle Dyer Services for Bobbie L. (Thomson) Montgomery, 84, of Brownfield will be 2 p.m. Thursday, October 30, 2008, at Calvary Baptist Church with Rev. Michael Gresham officiating and Rev. Clarence Branch. Burial will follow in Terry County Memorial Cemetery under the direction of Brownfield Funeral Home.
The family will receive friends from 5-7 p.m. Wednesday at the Funeral Home.
Bobbie passed away the morning of October 27, 2008, in Lubbock. She was born September 4, 1924, in Loraine to Robert and Laura Dee Foster and moved from San Saba to Brownfield in the late thirties. She attended and graduated from Brownfield High School. She married Loyd M. Thomson on February 24, 1943. That union was blessed with two children, Robert (Mack) and Carrol (C.W).
Loyd preceded her in death in 1954. She then married James Ira (Monty) Montgomery, Jr. in July 1970. He brought into this union four children, Glynda Gresham, Bryan Montgomery, Andy Decker and Leland Decker. Bobbie held several different positions in her life including Selective Service Board, Jones Theaters and was County Treasurer from 1967 until retiring in 1990. She was active and held several positions in the Rebecca Lodge. She was a member of and active in Calvary Baptist Church of Brownfield.
She was preceded in death by her husband, J. I. (Monty) Montgomery; her parents, Robert L. and Laura D. Foster of Brownfield; one sister, Audrey (Tiny) and brother-in-law Harold Hill of Hobbs, New Mexico, and a nephew, Gregory Hill of Hobbs, New Mexico.
Bobbie is survived by her children, Robert (Mack) and Judy Thomson of Meadow, C.W. and Sylvia Thomson of Lubbock, Glynda and Michael Gresham of Port Lavaca, Bryan and Sherry Montgomery of Shallowater, Andy and Kandy Decker of Plainview, and Leland and Susan Decker of Austin; a sister, Minnie Ruth and Robert Rigler of Plainview; a brother, Robert (Jack) and Keiko Foster of Campbell; and a niece, Lynn and Tim Bryant of Wichita Falls. Bobbie is also survived by 13 grandchildren and 16 great-grandchildren.
Pallbearers will be Bobbie's grandsons. Online condolences may be made at www.BrownfieldFuneralHome.com. The family suggests memorials to the Terry County Cemetery Association, 500 W. Main, Rm. 104, Brownfield, TX. 79316.
Brownfield News
Obituary for Jacqueline Moonen
submitted by Edgle Dyer
Graveside services for Jacqueline Moonen, 71, of Brownfield will be 10:30 Thursday, Nov. 8, at Evergreen Cemetery in Ballinger with Rev. Jerry Payne officiating.
Mrs. Moonen died Saturday, Nov. 3, 2007, in Brownfield. She was born Feb. 11, 1936, in Norton to Ruben and Jacqueline Cope and graduated from Norton High School. She married John Moonen, Dec. 31, 1957, in Norton, TX. They moved to Brownfield in 1961.
She owned and operated J&J Ceramics in Levelland. She was an LVN, working several years in obstetrics, and was a member of Immanuel Baptist Church.
Mrs. Moonen is survived by her husband, John, of Brownfield; two daughters, Robin Sulivan and husband Keith, and Reeda York and husband Randy, all of Levelland.
She is also survived by four grandchildren--Mykka Dockery, Lindsi Taylor, Ashli York and Stevi York; two great granddaughters--Averi and Abi Dockery and a great grandson on the way.
Mrs. Moonen is also survived by one sister--Corli Kresta of Ft. Stockton.
Brownfield News
submitted by Edgle Dyer
Graveside services for Jacqueline Moonen, 71, of Brownfield will be 10:30 Thursday, Nov. 8, at Evergreen Cemetery in Ballinger with Rev. Jerry Payne officiating.
Mrs. Moonen died Saturday, Nov. 3, 2007, in Brownfield. She was born Feb. 11, 1936, in Norton to Ruben and Jacqueline Cope and graduated from Norton High School. She married John Moonen, Dec. 31, 1957, in Norton, TX. They moved to Brownfield in 1961.
She owned and operated J&J Ceramics in Levelland. She was an LVN, working several years in obstetrics, and was a member of Immanuel Baptist Church.
Mrs. Moonen is survived by her husband, John, of Brownfield; two daughters, Robin Sulivan and husband Keith, and Reeda York and husband Randy, all of Levelland.
She is also survived by four grandchildren--Mykka Dockery, Lindsi Taylor, Ashli York and Stevi York; two great granddaughters--Averi and Abi Dockery and a great grandson on the way.
Mrs. Moonen is also survived by one sister--Corli Kresta of Ft. Stockton.
Brownfield News
Obituary for Charles Henry Moore, Sr.
submitted by Charles Henry Moore, Jr.
Charles Henry Moore, Sr., 75 of Lake Dallas TX, died Sunday, February 19, 2006, at Denton Presbyterian Hospital after a long illness. He was born on March 17, 1930, in Memphis to James and Julia Brim Moore. He grew up in Brownfield and later graduated from Denton Lab High School. He married Velta Mae Stevens on August 28, 1950, in Lovington, NM. He was a retired construction contractor. He was an avid fisherman and taught his children, nieces, nephews and grandchildren to fish. He also enjoyed sharing his garden with friends and relatives.
He is preceded in death by one sister Anna M. Smith late husband Donald and two brothers Issac James and James Herman, wife Mildred Stetson Moore.
Visitation will be Friday, February 24, from 7:00 to 8:00PM at the funeral home. A funeral service will be held on Saturday, February 25, at 2:00PM at the chapel of Denton Funeral Home. Rev. Daniel Patrick will officiate. Burial will follow at Swisher Cemetery. Pallbearers are Scott Moore, Keith Moore, Jason Moore, Michael Moore, Jeff Moore and Zac Moore.
He is survived by his wife, Velta Mae of Lake Dallas, one son, Charles H. Moore, Jr. and wife Kay Buchanan Moore of Hickory Creek, three daughters, Brenda J. Moore Hart of Shady Shores, Valerie Cohen and husband Joe of Denver, CO., and Connie Moore of Lewisville. He is also survived by five grandchildren, Brian Scott Moore and wife Tina Rutherford Moore of Shady Shores, Keith Ashley Moore of Hickory Creek, Jason Neil Moore of Shady Shores, Charlene Renee Cohen of Miami, FL, and Michael James Hart of Shady Shores and one great-grandchild, Bryson Cole Moore of Shady Shores. As well as one brother Joe Brim and wife Maxine Beadles Moore of Denton, four sisters, Thelma Jean Tankersley late husband Elvis (Jiggs) of Dallas, Neva J. Kissinger late husband Horace of Mc Allen, Stella Sue Yandell and husband Wade of Wichita Falls, and Theta (Katie) Karen Cox and husband Ellis of San Angelo. He is also survived by seventeen nephews and nine nieces.
from Charles H. Moore, Jr.
submitted by Charles Henry Moore, Jr.
Charles Henry Moore, Sr., 75 of Lake Dallas TX, died Sunday, February 19, 2006, at Denton Presbyterian Hospital after a long illness. He was born on March 17, 1930, in Memphis to James and Julia Brim Moore. He grew up in Brownfield and later graduated from Denton Lab High School. He married Velta Mae Stevens on August 28, 1950, in Lovington, NM. He was a retired construction contractor. He was an avid fisherman and taught his children, nieces, nephews and grandchildren to fish. He also enjoyed sharing his garden with friends and relatives.
He is preceded in death by one sister Anna M. Smith late husband Donald and two brothers Issac James and James Herman, wife Mildred Stetson Moore.
Visitation will be Friday, February 24, from 7:00 to 8:00PM at the funeral home. A funeral service will be held on Saturday, February 25, at 2:00PM at the chapel of Denton Funeral Home. Rev. Daniel Patrick will officiate. Burial will follow at Swisher Cemetery. Pallbearers are Scott Moore, Keith Moore, Jason Moore, Michael Moore, Jeff Moore and Zac Moore.
He is survived by his wife, Velta Mae of Lake Dallas, one son, Charles H. Moore, Jr. and wife Kay Buchanan Moore of Hickory Creek, three daughters, Brenda J. Moore Hart of Shady Shores, Valerie Cohen and husband Joe of Denver, CO., and Connie Moore of Lewisville. He is also survived by five grandchildren, Brian Scott Moore and wife Tina Rutherford Moore of Shady Shores, Keith Ashley Moore of Hickory Creek, Jason Neil Moore of Shady Shores, Charlene Renee Cohen of Miami, FL, and Michael James Hart of Shady Shores and one great-grandchild, Bryson Cole Moore of Shady Shores. As well as one brother Joe Brim and wife Maxine Beadles Moore of Denton, four sisters, Thelma Jean Tankersley late husband Elvis (Jiggs) of Dallas, Neva J. Kissinger late husband Horace of Mc Allen, Stella Sue Yandell and husband Wade of Wichita Falls, and Theta (Katie) Karen Cox and husband Ellis of San Angelo. He is also survived by seventeen nephews and nine nieces.
from Charles H. Moore, Jr.
Obituary for Erwin Moore
submitted by Edgle Dyer
Services for Erwin Moore, 83, of Brownfield will be at 2 p.m., Wednesday, July 1, at Brownfield First Baptist Church with Rev. Randy Land officiating. Burial will be in Terry County Memorial Cemetery under the direction of Brownfield Funeral Home. The family received friends from 6-7 p.m. Tuesday at the funeral home.
Erwin passed away Saturday, June 27, 2009, in Lubbock. He was born Jan. 11, 1926, in Brownfield. He graduated from Brownfield High School in 1943 and received a Bachelor's Degree in Business at Texas Tech University. He taught high school math for more than 30 years.
Erwin married Mary Ellen Patton on June 4, 1949, in Brownfield. She preceded him in death in 2000. He was a WWII Army Veteran and member of the American Legion. He also retired from Air Force Reserves. He was a member of First Baptist Church. Erwin is also preceded in death by a brother and a sister.
He is survived by a daughter, Tricia Moore of Tyler; two sons, Win Moore and wife Janice of Coppell and Mark Moore of Brownfield; a brother, L. G. Moore and wife Lois of Brownfield and a sister Mary Lackey of Lubbock; brother-in-law, Gordon Patton and wife Betty of Brownfield; seven grandchildren and one great-grandchild.
Brownfield News
submitted by Edgle Dyer
Services for Erwin Moore, 83, of Brownfield will be at 2 p.m., Wednesday, July 1, at Brownfield First Baptist Church with Rev. Randy Land officiating. Burial will be in Terry County Memorial Cemetery under the direction of Brownfield Funeral Home. The family received friends from 6-7 p.m. Tuesday at the funeral home.
Erwin passed away Saturday, June 27, 2009, in Lubbock. He was born Jan. 11, 1926, in Brownfield. He graduated from Brownfield High School in 1943 and received a Bachelor's Degree in Business at Texas Tech University. He taught high school math for more than 30 years.
Erwin married Mary Ellen Patton on June 4, 1949, in Brownfield. She preceded him in death in 2000. He was a WWII Army Veteran and member of the American Legion. He also retired from Air Force Reserves. He was a member of First Baptist Church. Erwin is also preceded in death by a brother and a sister.
He is survived by a daughter, Tricia Moore of Tyler; two sons, Win Moore and wife Janice of Coppell and Mark Moore of Brownfield; a brother, L. G. Moore and wife Lois of Brownfield and a sister Mary Lackey of Lubbock; brother-in-law, Gordon Patton and wife Betty of Brownfield; seven grandchildren and one great-grandchild.
Brownfield News
Obituary for Eunice Moore
submitted by Shirley Webb
TYLER - Services for Eunice V. Moore, 92, of Tyler will be at 11 a.m. Saturday at Lloyd James Funeral Chapel in Tyler with Clark Dugger officiating. Burial will be at 11:30 a.m. Monday in Terry County Memorial Cemetery in Brownfield under the direction of Lloyd James Funeral Home of Brownfield. She died Thursday, Nov. 14, 2002.
She was born March 26, 1910, in Fairview, Ala. She married J.W. Moore Jr. on June 28, 1931, in Brownfield. She lived in Terry and Yoakum counties and farmed and ranched and worked in retail until 1974. She sold the family business and retired, moving to Burnet and then to Tyler in 1989.
She attended several schools and graduated from Brownfield High School in 1930. As a young child, she lived in Los Angeles, Calif., Oklahoma, Alabama and Tennessee. She was a member of Rice Road Church of Christ and was a retired dry good merchant. She was preceded in death by her husband, J.W. Moore.
Survivors include three sons, Bobby Lynn of Tyler, James Hayward of Weston and Luther Wayne of Clyde; a daughter, Betty Ann Rushing of Plains; a brother, Thomas Alton Elmore of Brownfield; a sister, Hattie B. Brantley of Brownfield; nine grandchildren; 16 great-grandchildren and six great-great-grandchildren.
The family will receive friends from 6 to 7 p.m. today at the funeral home.
Lubbock Avalanche-Journal
submitted by Shirley Webb
TYLER - Services for Eunice V. Moore, 92, of Tyler will be at 11 a.m. Saturday at Lloyd James Funeral Chapel in Tyler with Clark Dugger officiating. Burial will be at 11:30 a.m. Monday in Terry County Memorial Cemetery in Brownfield under the direction of Lloyd James Funeral Home of Brownfield. She died Thursday, Nov. 14, 2002.
She was born March 26, 1910, in Fairview, Ala. She married J.W. Moore Jr. on June 28, 1931, in Brownfield. She lived in Terry and Yoakum counties and farmed and ranched and worked in retail until 1974. She sold the family business and retired, moving to Burnet and then to Tyler in 1989.
She attended several schools and graduated from Brownfield High School in 1930. As a young child, she lived in Los Angeles, Calif., Oklahoma, Alabama and Tennessee. She was a member of Rice Road Church of Christ and was a retired dry good merchant. She was preceded in death by her husband, J.W. Moore.
Survivors include three sons, Bobby Lynn of Tyler, James Hayward of Weston and Luther Wayne of Clyde; a daughter, Betty Ann Rushing of Plains; a brother, Thomas Alton Elmore of Brownfield; a sister, Hattie B. Brantley of Brownfield; nine grandchildren; 16 great-grandchildren and six great-great-grandchildren.
The family will receive friends from 6 to 7 p.m. today at the funeral home.
Lubbock Avalanche-Journal
Obituary for James Harold "Ted" Moore
submitted by Edgle Dyer
James Harold "Ted" Moore, 82, of Brownfield passed away on Thursday, April 15, 2010, at his home. Memorial Services will be at 2 p.m. Saturday, April 17, 2010, at Immanuel Baptist Church with Rev. Jon Patrick officiating.
Ted was born on March 22, 1928, in Elkhart, Texas to Jim and Gladys Moore. He joined the United States Navy in 1946, serving until 1949. He married Dorthy "Dodie" Fair on October 10, 1975, in Fort Worth. He worked for Berry Cigar and Candy Co. for 25 years before retiring with the United States Postal Service. He was a longtime member of the Masonic Lodge and a member of the Optimist Club.
He was preceded in death by his parents, one brother and his step-daughter.
Ted is survived by his wife of 35 years, Dodie Moore of Brownfield; two daughters, Sydnee Bertucci and husband Paul of Brownfield and Amy Moore of Dallas; his son, Royce Moore and wife Maxine of Austin; two stepsons, R.L. Smith and wife Renee of Cleburne and Brent Smith and wife Leona of Ft. Worth; his stepdaughter, Jan Rotenberry and husband Michael of Midland; 11 grandchildren and seven great grandchildren.
The family would like to express a special thanks to Interim Hospice Care. Memorial contributions can be made to Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center and Immanuel Baptist Church.
Brownfield News
submitted by Edgle Dyer
James Harold "Ted" Moore, 82, of Brownfield passed away on Thursday, April 15, 2010, at his home. Memorial Services will be at 2 p.m. Saturday, April 17, 2010, at Immanuel Baptist Church with Rev. Jon Patrick officiating.
Ted was born on March 22, 1928, in Elkhart, Texas to Jim and Gladys Moore. He joined the United States Navy in 1946, serving until 1949. He married Dorthy "Dodie" Fair on October 10, 1975, in Fort Worth. He worked for Berry Cigar and Candy Co. for 25 years before retiring with the United States Postal Service. He was a longtime member of the Masonic Lodge and a member of the Optimist Club.
He was preceded in death by his parents, one brother and his step-daughter.
Ted is survived by his wife of 35 years, Dodie Moore of Brownfield; two daughters, Sydnee Bertucci and husband Paul of Brownfield and Amy Moore of Dallas; his son, Royce Moore and wife Maxine of Austin; two stepsons, R.L. Smith and wife Renee of Cleburne and Brent Smith and wife Leona of Ft. Worth; his stepdaughter, Jan Rotenberry and husband Michael of Midland; 11 grandchildren and seven great grandchildren.
The family would like to express a special thanks to Interim Hospice Care. Memorial contributions can be made to Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center and Immanuel Baptist Church.
Brownfield News
Obituary for Andrew Maurice Moore
submitted by Edgle Dyer
Services for Andrew Maurice Moore, 70, of Brownfield will be at 10am, Monday, April 23, 2012, at Calvary Baptist Church with Rev. Steve Carter officiating. Burial will be in Terry County Memorial Cemetery under the direction of Brownfield Funeral Home. There will be a family visitation at the funeral home Sunday from 6-8pm.
Maurice passed away Thursday, April 19, 2012, in Brownfield. He was born November 18, 1941, in Colorado City to Andrew Frank and Minnie Lee (Padgett) Moore. He attended Colorado City Schools. Maurice married Mary Marie Williams on April 4, 1959, in Colorado City. They moved to Brownfield in 1967. He was a tractor mechanic for Brownfield Ford Tractor for over 20 years and then an operator for Ingam Trucking for 6 years. He was a member of Calvary Baptist Church.
Maurice is survived by his wife Marie of Brownfield; a grandson, Josh Stockton and wife Cassandra of Lubbock; a great granddaughter, Madison Stockton of Lubbock; a son-in-law, Billy Stockton of Midland; a sister, Frankie Vann of Snyder; many nieces and nephews.
Maurice is preceded in death by 2 daughters, Janet Marie Moore and Cynthia Stockton; his parents; step father, John Kelley; granddaughter, Tara Breck Stockton; a brother, J.L. Moore; nephew, Chad Moore.
submitted by Edgle Dyer
Services for Andrew Maurice Moore, 70, of Brownfield will be at 10am, Monday, April 23, 2012, at Calvary Baptist Church with Rev. Steve Carter officiating. Burial will be in Terry County Memorial Cemetery under the direction of Brownfield Funeral Home. There will be a family visitation at the funeral home Sunday from 6-8pm.
Maurice passed away Thursday, April 19, 2012, in Brownfield. He was born November 18, 1941, in Colorado City to Andrew Frank and Minnie Lee (Padgett) Moore. He attended Colorado City Schools. Maurice married Mary Marie Williams on April 4, 1959, in Colorado City. They moved to Brownfield in 1967. He was a tractor mechanic for Brownfield Ford Tractor for over 20 years and then an operator for Ingam Trucking for 6 years. He was a member of Calvary Baptist Church.
Maurice is survived by his wife Marie of Brownfield; a grandson, Josh Stockton and wife Cassandra of Lubbock; a great granddaughter, Madison Stockton of Lubbock; a son-in-law, Billy Stockton of Midland; a sister, Frankie Vann of Snyder; many nieces and nephews.
Maurice is preceded in death by 2 daughters, Janet Marie Moore and Cynthia Stockton; his parents; step father, John Kelley; granddaughter, Tara Breck Stockton; a brother, J.L. Moore; nephew, Chad Moore.
Obituary for Terry Lou Moorhead
submitted by Edgle Dyer
Terry Lou Moorhead, 82, of Brownfield passed away Monday, July 2, 2007, in Lubbock. Services will be at 10:30 a.m. Friday, July 6, at the First Baptist Church in Brownfield with Rev. Randy Land officiating.
Terry Lou was born October 18, 1924, in Brownfield to Rudolph and Era Moorhead. She attended Brownfield Schools. She was a fourth grade teacher at Brownfield Elementary School for 41 years.
She was a member of the Teacher's Retirement Association and was also a member of the First Baptist Church where she was the Sunday School secretary, sang in the choir, assisted with Meals on Wheels, was a member of WMU, a member of the Hospital Pillow Ministry, the Women's Prison Ministry, the Missionary Card Ministry, and the Mexico River Ministry. She was a 50 year member of Delta-Kappa-Gamma.
She is preceded in death by her parents and her brothers, Tom Moorhead and Durward Moorhead.
She is survived by 3 nephews, Greg Moorhead of Arizona, Michael Moorhead of Dallas, and Larry Moorhead of Houston, and her sister-in-law, Joyce Moorhead.
Brownfield News
submitted by Edgle Dyer
Terry Lou Moorhead, 82, of Brownfield passed away Monday, July 2, 2007, in Lubbock. Services will be at 10:30 a.m. Friday, July 6, at the First Baptist Church in Brownfield with Rev. Randy Land officiating.
Terry Lou was born October 18, 1924, in Brownfield to Rudolph and Era Moorhead. She attended Brownfield Schools. She was a fourth grade teacher at Brownfield Elementary School for 41 years.
She was a member of the Teacher's Retirement Association and was also a member of the First Baptist Church where she was the Sunday School secretary, sang in the choir, assisted with Meals on Wheels, was a member of WMU, a member of the Hospital Pillow Ministry, the Women's Prison Ministry, the Missionary Card Ministry, and the Mexico River Ministry. She was a 50 year member of Delta-Kappa-Gamma.
She is preceded in death by her parents and her brothers, Tom Moorhead and Durward Moorhead.
She is survived by 3 nephews, Greg Moorhead of Arizona, Michael Moorhead of Dallas, and Larry Moorhead of Houston, and her sister-in-law, Joyce Moorhead.
Brownfield News
Obituary for Betty Moreman
submitted by Edgle Dyer
Graveside services for Betty Moreman, 82, of Brownfield were held Friday, Feb. 1st, at the Terry County Memorial Cemetery with Jerry Roberts officiating. Mrs. Moreman died Wednesday, Jan. 30, 2008, in Brownfield.
She was born on June 8, 1925, to William Howard and Ida Roberts in Leedey, Okla., where she attended schools. She moved to Brownfield in 1950.
Mrs. Moreman married R.V. Moreman on Oct. 3, 1952, in Lovington, N.M. He preceded her in death on May 18, 1989. She worked for the Brownfield State Bank for 22 years, retiring in 1972. She was a member of the Methodist Church.
Mrs. Moreman is survived by one daughter--Renee Willis of Lubbock; two grandchildren--Kirk Willis and his wife--Kari of Lubbock and Jenee Gibson and her husband--Mike of Lubbock.
She is also survived by four great grandchildren--Ashley, Haley, Kara and Landry. Memorials may be made to the Haven Animal Shelter in Lubbock.
Brownfield News
submitted by Edgle Dyer
Graveside services for Betty Moreman, 82, of Brownfield were held Friday, Feb. 1st, at the Terry County Memorial Cemetery with Jerry Roberts officiating. Mrs. Moreman died Wednesday, Jan. 30, 2008, in Brownfield.
She was born on June 8, 1925, to William Howard and Ida Roberts in Leedey, Okla., where she attended schools. She moved to Brownfield in 1950.
Mrs. Moreman married R.V. Moreman on Oct. 3, 1952, in Lovington, N.M. He preceded her in death on May 18, 1989. She worked for the Brownfield State Bank for 22 years, retiring in 1972. She was a member of the Methodist Church.
Mrs. Moreman is survived by one daughter--Renee Willis of Lubbock; two grandchildren--Kirk Willis and his wife--Kari of Lubbock and Jenee Gibson and her husband--Mike of Lubbock.
She is also survived by four great grandchildren--Ashley, Haley, Kara and Landry. Memorials may be made to the Haven Animal Shelter in Lubbock.
Brownfield News
Obituary for Adan Perez Moreno, Sr.
submitted by Edgle Dyer
Adan Perez Moreno Sr., 65, passed away September 14, 2010. A rosary was recited at 7 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 16, at St. Anthony's Catholic Church in Brownfield. Internment followed in the Brownfield Cemetery.
Adan was born March 30, 1945, in Odem, Texas to Manuel and Santos Moreno. He served in the United States Army and was a Vietnam veteran, a lifetime member of the Mathis American Legion Post 633, the VFW and Disabled American Veterans. He also served as a Mathis City Councilman.
He was preceded in death by one daughter, Santos Melissa Moreno Solis, two brothers and three sisters.
He is survived is by his wife Martha E. Moreno; three sons, Carlos Felan of Karnes City, Adan E. Moreno Jr. of Mathis and Rodolfo E. Moreno of Ode; six sisters, Aurora Moreno of Kenewick, Wash., Minga Enciscio of McKinney, Maria Velia Carnacho of Sherman, Adelfa Windeski and Vanie Moreno of Milwaukee, Wis., and Maria Moreno of El Paso; six brothers, Manuel Moreno Jr. of Moses Lake, Wash., Juan Manuel Moreno of Arizona, Adolfo Moreno of Moreno of Moses Lake, Wash., David Moreno of Oceanside, Calif., Ernesto Rodriguez of Ft. Worth, and Juan Rodriguez of Mathis; 20 grandchildren and four great-grandchildren.
Brownfield News
submitted by Edgle Dyer
Adan Perez Moreno Sr., 65, passed away September 14, 2010. A rosary was recited at 7 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 16, at St. Anthony's Catholic Church in Brownfield. Internment followed in the Brownfield Cemetery.
Adan was born March 30, 1945, in Odem, Texas to Manuel and Santos Moreno. He served in the United States Army and was a Vietnam veteran, a lifetime member of the Mathis American Legion Post 633, the VFW and Disabled American Veterans. He also served as a Mathis City Councilman.
He was preceded in death by one daughter, Santos Melissa Moreno Solis, two brothers and three sisters.
He is survived is by his wife Martha E. Moreno; three sons, Carlos Felan of Karnes City, Adan E. Moreno Jr. of Mathis and Rodolfo E. Moreno of Ode; six sisters, Aurora Moreno of Kenewick, Wash., Minga Enciscio of McKinney, Maria Velia Carnacho of Sherman, Adelfa Windeski and Vanie Moreno of Milwaukee, Wis., and Maria Moreno of El Paso; six brothers, Manuel Moreno Jr. of Moses Lake, Wash., Juan Manuel Moreno of Arizona, Adolfo Moreno of Moreno of Moses Lake, Wash., David Moreno of Oceanside, Calif., Ernesto Rodriguez of Ft. Worth, and Juan Rodriguez of Mathis; 20 grandchildren and four great-grandchildren.
Brownfield News
Obituary for Kelvin Bryan Morgan
submitted by Edgle Dyer
Memorial services for Kelvin Bryan Morgan, 75, of Brownfield will be at 11 a.m. Monday, February 15, at First United Methodist Church with Rev. Ruby Moultrie officiating. Services will be under the direction of Brownfield Funeral Home.
Kelvin passed away at his home on Friday, February 12, 2010. He was born September 7, 1924, in Wichita Falls and worked for Amerada-Hess for 35 years until retiring. Kevin married Gerry Sims on July 8, 1983 in Seminole. He was a member of First United Methodist Church.
Kelvin is survived by his wife, Gerry of Brownfield; two daughters, Karen Romine and husband Ken of Brownfield, Sharon Beck of Winona; a son , Glenn Morgan of Ft. Smith, Arkansas; four stepchildren:Jay Fitts and wife Joy of Beaver, Oklahoma, Holly Burns and husband Kyle of Dripping Springs, Jody Fitts of Garland and Jon Fitts of Lubbock; several grand children and great grandchildren; three brothers, Leroy Morgan and wife Doris Ann of Arlington, Harold Morgan and wife Carolyn of Alvord and Gary Morgan and wife Yvonne of Pasadena.
Brownfield News
submitted by Edgle Dyer
Memorial services for Kelvin Bryan Morgan, 75, of Brownfield will be at 11 a.m. Monday, February 15, at First United Methodist Church with Rev. Ruby Moultrie officiating. Services will be under the direction of Brownfield Funeral Home.
Kelvin passed away at his home on Friday, February 12, 2010. He was born September 7, 1924, in Wichita Falls and worked for Amerada-Hess for 35 years until retiring. Kevin married Gerry Sims on July 8, 1983 in Seminole. He was a member of First United Methodist Church.
Kelvin is survived by his wife, Gerry of Brownfield; two daughters, Karen Romine and husband Ken of Brownfield, Sharon Beck of Winona; a son , Glenn Morgan of Ft. Smith, Arkansas; four stepchildren:Jay Fitts and wife Joy of Beaver, Oklahoma, Holly Burns and husband Kyle of Dripping Springs, Jody Fitts of Garland and Jon Fitts of Lubbock; several grand children and great grandchildren; three brothers, Leroy Morgan and wife Doris Ann of Arlington, Harold Morgan and wife Carolyn of Alvord and Gary Morgan and wife Yvonne of Pasadena.
Brownfield News
Obituary for Anita Morin
submitted by Edgle Dyer
Services for Anita Morin, 79, of Brownfield will be at 10 Wednesday, Aug. 13, at St. Anthony's Cathloic Church with Father Gerald Leatham officiating. Burial will be in Brownfield Cemetery under the direction of Brownfield Funeral Home.
Anita passed away Saturday, Aug. 9, 2008, in Brownfield. She was born on Feb. 20, 1929, to Jacinto and Francisca Garcia in Helena. She married Felix Morin on Dec. 5, 1947, in Karnes City. He preceded her in death 1986. Anita was a member of St. Anthony's Catholic Church.
Anita is survived by two daughters, Dora Perez of Kansas and Sylvia Serbantez of Brownfield; three sons, Lucas Morin of Lubbock, Gilbert Morin of Lubbock and Richard Morin of Brownfield; a sister, Lucia Martinez of Brownfield; three brothers, Jesus Garcia of Lamesa, Martin Garcia of Plains and Greg Garcia of Kansas; 19 grandchildren, 34 great grandchildren and five great-great-grandchildren.
Brownfield News
submitted by Edgle Dyer
Services for Anita Morin, 79, of Brownfield will be at 10 Wednesday, Aug. 13, at St. Anthony's Cathloic Church with Father Gerald Leatham officiating. Burial will be in Brownfield Cemetery under the direction of Brownfield Funeral Home.
Anita passed away Saturday, Aug. 9, 2008, in Brownfield. She was born on Feb. 20, 1929, to Jacinto and Francisca Garcia in Helena. She married Felix Morin on Dec. 5, 1947, in Karnes City. He preceded her in death 1986. Anita was a member of St. Anthony's Catholic Church.
Anita is survived by two daughters, Dora Perez of Kansas and Sylvia Serbantez of Brownfield; three sons, Lucas Morin of Lubbock, Gilbert Morin of Lubbock and Richard Morin of Brownfield; a sister, Lucia Martinez of Brownfield; three brothers, Jesus Garcia of Lamesa, Martin Garcia of Plains and Greg Garcia of Kansas; 19 grandchildren, 34 great grandchildren and five great-great-grandchildren.
Brownfield News
Obituary for Juanita Morin
submitted by Edgle Dyer
Juanita Morin, 70, of Brownfield passed away on Wednesday, October 28, 2009, in Lubbock. Services were held at 10 a.m. Oct. 31 at Brownfield Church of Christ with Marcelino Banda officiating. Interment followed in Brownfield Cemetery under the direction of Brownfield Funeral Home.
Juanita was born on Feb. 6, 1939, in Hobson to Andres and Concepcion Molina. She married Trinidad Morin, Jr., on March 17, 1956. He preceded her in death on Dec. 20, 1997. She was also preceded in death by her brothers, Santiago Molina and Jose Molina. She was a member of Brownfield Church of Christ.
Juanita is survived by her two sons, Eddie Morin and his wife Helen, of Brownfield and Ernie Morin and his wife Nickie, of Lubbock; two daughters, Elsa Flores and her husband Epifanio, of Brownfield and Becky Hernandez and her husband Martin, of Brownfield; 12 grandchildren; 24 great grandchildren; her brother, Ray Molina of Brownfield; three sisters, Eulalia Garcia and her husband Orlando, of Brownfield, Dominga Reyna and her husband Jimmy, of Goodland, Kan., and Nora Molina of Lubbock.
Brownfield News
submitted by Edgle Dyer
Juanita Morin, 70, of Brownfield passed away on Wednesday, October 28, 2009, in Lubbock. Services were held at 10 a.m. Oct. 31 at Brownfield Church of Christ with Marcelino Banda officiating. Interment followed in Brownfield Cemetery under the direction of Brownfield Funeral Home.
Juanita was born on Feb. 6, 1939, in Hobson to Andres and Concepcion Molina. She married Trinidad Morin, Jr., on March 17, 1956. He preceded her in death on Dec. 20, 1997. She was also preceded in death by her brothers, Santiago Molina and Jose Molina. She was a member of Brownfield Church of Christ.
Juanita is survived by her two sons, Eddie Morin and his wife Helen, of Brownfield and Ernie Morin and his wife Nickie, of Lubbock; two daughters, Elsa Flores and her husband Epifanio, of Brownfield and Becky Hernandez and her husband Martin, of Brownfield; 12 grandchildren; 24 great grandchildren; her brother, Ray Molina of Brownfield; three sisters, Eulalia Garcia and her husband Orlando, of Brownfield, Dominga Reyna and her husband Jimmy, of Goodland, Kan., and Nora Molina of Lubbock.
Brownfield News
Obituary for Leonard Morin, Sr.
submitted by Edgle Dyer
Services for Leonardo Morin, Sr., 79, of Brownfield were held Friday, March 2, in the Shady Oaks Church of God with Rev. Lee Gamez, Jr. and Brother Abel Longoria officiating. Burial was in Brownfield Cemetery.
Mr. Morin died Monday, Feb. 26, 2007, in Lubbock. He was born April 8, 1927, in Helena, Texas, to Trinidad and Felipa Morin and moved with his parents to Brownfield in the early 1940's. He was married to Lucia Cabrera on June 18, 1948, in Brownfield. She died on Feb. 2, 2004. He retired in 1992.
Mr. Morin was preceded in death by his parents---Trinidad and Felipa Morin; his father and mother-in-law---Mencho and Agapita Cabrera; his granddaughters---Nicole Morin and Angel Embil; his brothers---Esfrian, Trinidad and Melcares and one sister---Maria Morin.
He is survived by 11 children---Esmeralda and her husband Richard Bergara and Cindy Diaz, all of Brownfield and Lee Morin, Jr., Diana and John Martinez, Leandro and his wife Cindy; Betty Morin and Joe Perez, Lisa Salas, Shawn Embil, Patricia and Jeff Barber, Jessie Morin and David Morin, all of Holland, Mi.
Mr. Morin is also survived by 24 grandchildren, 42 great-grandchildren; two brothers---Lupe and his wife---Delfina and Fredrico and his wife---Maria all of Brownfield; one sister---Margaret Molina of Brownfield and one sister-in-law--- Maria Morin of Holland, Mi.
Brownfield News
submitted by Edgle Dyer
Services for Leonardo Morin, Sr., 79, of Brownfield were held Friday, March 2, in the Shady Oaks Church of God with Rev. Lee Gamez, Jr. and Brother Abel Longoria officiating. Burial was in Brownfield Cemetery.
Mr. Morin died Monday, Feb. 26, 2007, in Lubbock. He was born April 8, 1927, in Helena, Texas, to Trinidad and Felipa Morin and moved with his parents to Brownfield in the early 1940's. He was married to Lucia Cabrera on June 18, 1948, in Brownfield. She died on Feb. 2, 2004. He retired in 1992.
Mr. Morin was preceded in death by his parents---Trinidad and Felipa Morin; his father and mother-in-law---Mencho and Agapita Cabrera; his granddaughters---Nicole Morin and Angel Embil; his brothers---Esfrian, Trinidad and Melcares and one sister---Maria Morin.
He is survived by 11 children---Esmeralda and her husband Richard Bergara and Cindy Diaz, all of Brownfield and Lee Morin, Jr., Diana and John Martinez, Leandro and his wife Cindy; Betty Morin and Joe Perez, Lisa Salas, Shawn Embil, Patricia and Jeff Barber, Jessie Morin and David Morin, all of Holland, Mi.
Mr. Morin is also survived by 24 grandchildren, 42 great-grandchildren; two brothers---Lupe and his wife---Delfina and Fredrico and his wife---Maria all of Brownfield; one sister---Margaret Molina of Brownfield and one sister-in-law--- Maria Morin of Holland, Mi.
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Obituary for Maria Isabel Moroles
submitted by Edgle Dyer
Maria I. Moroles, 83, of Brownfield went to be with her Lord on Friday, December 11, 2009. Funeral Mass will be at 2 p.m. Monday at St. Anthony's Catholic Church with Father Gerald Leatham officiating. Interment will follow in Brownfield Cemetery under the direction of Brownfield Funeral Home. Viewing will be available from 9:00 a.m. to 8:00p.m. Saturday and Sunday at the funeral home. Rosary will be at 6:00 both nights.
Maria was born on July 8, 1926 in Saltillo, Coahuila, Mexico to Felipe and Sofia Arredondo. She married Santos Moroles on August 6, 1950 in Saltillo, Mexico. He preceded her in death on January 29, 2005.
She was also preceded in death by her parents, four brothers and one sister. She was a member of St. Anthony's Catholic Church, where she participated in many activities, including the Guadalupanas.
Maria is survived by three sons, Ignacio Moroles and wife Veronica of Perryton, Joe Moroles and wife Liz and Santos Moroles and wife Joveta all of Odessa; four daughters, Isabel Mermella of San Angelo, Emilia Franco and husband Ramiro of Brownfield, Gracie Romo and husband Roger of Abilene and Sofia Coronado and husband Danny of Georgetown; her brother Andres Arredondo of Saltillo, Coahuila, Mexico; two sisters, Graciela Duran of Monterey, Nuevo Leon, Mexico and sister Emilia Arrendondo of San Antonio; 25 grandchildren; 22 great grandchildren and 2 great great grandchildren.
Brownfield News
submitted by Edgle Dyer
Maria I. Moroles, 83, of Brownfield went to be with her Lord on Friday, December 11, 2009. Funeral Mass will be at 2 p.m. Monday at St. Anthony's Catholic Church with Father Gerald Leatham officiating. Interment will follow in Brownfield Cemetery under the direction of Brownfield Funeral Home. Viewing will be available from 9:00 a.m. to 8:00p.m. Saturday and Sunday at the funeral home. Rosary will be at 6:00 both nights.
Maria was born on July 8, 1926 in Saltillo, Coahuila, Mexico to Felipe and Sofia Arredondo. She married Santos Moroles on August 6, 1950 in Saltillo, Mexico. He preceded her in death on January 29, 2005.
She was also preceded in death by her parents, four brothers and one sister. She was a member of St. Anthony's Catholic Church, where she participated in many activities, including the Guadalupanas.
Maria is survived by three sons, Ignacio Moroles and wife Veronica of Perryton, Joe Moroles and wife Liz and Santos Moroles and wife Joveta all of Odessa; four daughters, Isabel Mermella of San Angelo, Emilia Franco and husband Ramiro of Brownfield, Gracie Romo and husband Roger of Abilene and Sofia Coronado and husband Danny of Georgetown; her brother Andres Arredondo of Saltillo, Coahuila, Mexico; two sisters, Graciela Duran of Monterey, Nuevo Leon, Mexico and sister Emilia Arrendondo of San Antonio; 25 grandchildren; 22 great grandchildren and 2 great great grandchildren.
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Obituary for W. E. Morrison Mrs. W. E. Morrison Joy Slaton
submitted by Doineda Miller, West of the Pecos Museum
The Pecos Enterprise Pecos, Texas Friday, June 18, 1937
Three Pecos Persons Are Killed in Car Accident Fourth is injured in collision W. E. Morrison, Wife And Granddaughter Are Victims
Mr. and Mrs. W. E. Morrison and grand-daughter, Joy Slaton, all of Pecos, were instantly killed Sunday afternoon in an automobile accident near Brownfield. Mrs. Jimmy Slaton, daughter of Mrs. Morrison, was also injured and is in a Brownfield hospital critically ill. According to a report received here early Thursday afternoon from a hospital attendant, she has a slight chance to live.
Mr. and Mrs. Morrison, Mrs. Slaton and Joy had been visiting with relatives (Mr & Mrs. Geo Tiernan) in Brownfield and were returning to Pecos when an oil field truck collided with them about 12 miles west of Brownfield. The driver of the truck was being held early in the week on a charge of murder pending investigation.
The bodies were sent from Brownfield to Holiday where funeral services were conducted Tuesday afternoon. Jack Grey, A. B. Pointer, H. D Hardy, J. T. Meadows, Truman Meadows and Jack Malone of Pecos attended the services. Carl Whisenant of Pecos and two other children of Mrs. Morrison's survive.
submitted by Doineda Miller, West of the Pecos Museum
The Pecos Enterprise Pecos, Texas Friday, June 18, 1937
Three Pecos Persons Are Killed in Car Accident Fourth is injured in collision W. E. Morrison, Wife And Granddaughter Are Victims
Mr. and Mrs. W. E. Morrison and grand-daughter, Joy Slaton, all of Pecos, were instantly killed Sunday afternoon in an automobile accident near Brownfield. Mrs. Jimmy Slaton, daughter of Mrs. Morrison, was also injured and is in a Brownfield hospital critically ill. According to a report received here early Thursday afternoon from a hospital attendant, she has a slight chance to live.
Mr. and Mrs. Morrison, Mrs. Slaton and Joy had been visiting with relatives (Mr & Mrs. Geo Tiernan) in Brownfield and were returning to Pecos when an oil field truck collided with them about 12 miles west of Brownfield. The driver of the truck was being held early in the week on a charge of murder pending investigation.
The bodies were sent from Brownfield to Holiday where funeral services were conducted Tuesday afternoon. Jack Grey, A. B. Pointer, H. D Hardy, J. T. Meadows, Truman Meadows and Jack Malone of Pecos attended the services. Carl Whisenant of Pecos and two other children of Mrs. Morrison's survive.
Obituary for Janie Lynn Moss
submitted by Edgle Dyer Memorial services for Janie Lynn Moss, 79, of Brownfield were held May 6 at Brownfield First Baptist Chapel with Dr. Harlan Willis officiating. Services were under the Direction of Brownfield Funeral Home.
Janie passed away Sunday, May 4, 2008, in Brownfield. She was born October 16, 1928, in Wheelock, Texas to Bob and Lillian Tarver Ryan. She attended and graduated from Lamesa High School in 1947. She then attended business college.
She married Doyle Moss, February 4, 1948, in Wylie, Texas. They moved to the Union area in 1951. She and her husband farmed and ran a cotton ginning business. She was a member of Faith Chapel Baptist Church. Janie is preceded in death by one brother, one sister and her parents.
She is survived by her husband Doyle "Pud" Moss of Brownfield; a son, Bobby Moss and his wife Jackie of Brownfield; two daughters, Ann Marrow and her husband Delwin of Brownfield and Nancy Coon and her husband Greg of Georgetown; grandchildren, Michael and Angie Moss of Grapevine, Justin and Jami Moss of Grapevine, Amanda and Justin Stinson of Waxahachie, Donnie and Jeannie Marrow of Wolfforth, Brady and Holly Marrow of Wolfforth, Ryan and Jennifer McElroy of Addison; 7 great grandchildren, Brackstin, Brennen and Brody Moss, Sawyer Moss, Gavin Stinson, Dawson Marrow and Clara McElroy; a brother, Tommy Ryan of Haines City, FL; numerous nieces and nephews and special caregiver, Sylvia Casanova.
The family suggests memorials to VistaCare/Odyssey of Lubbock. There was a family visitation Monday at the Funeral Home.
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submitted by Edgle Dyer Memorial services for Janie Lynn Moss, 79, of Brownfield were held May 6 at Brownfield First Baptist Chapel with Dr. Harlan Willis officiating. Services were under the Direction of Brownfield Funeral Home.
Janie passed away Sunday, May 4, 2008, in Brownfield. She was born October 16, 1928, in Wheelock, Texas to Bob and Lillian Tarver Ryan. She attended and graduated from Lamesa High School in 1947. She then attended business college.
She married Doyle Moss, February 4, 1948, in Wylie, Texas. They moved to the Union area in 1951. She and her husband farmed and ran a cotton ginning business. She was a member of Faith Chapel Baptist Church. Janie is preceded in death by one brother, one sister and her parents.
She is survived by her husband Doyle "Pud" Moss of Brownfield; a son, Bobby Moss and his wife Jackie of Brownfield; two daughters, Ann Marrow and her husband Delwin of Brownfield and Nancy Coon and her husband Greg of Georgetown; grandchildren, Michael and Angie Moss of Grapevine, Justin and Jami Moss of Grapevine, Amanda and Justin Stinson of Waxahachie, Donnie and Jeannie Marrow of Wolfforth, Brady and Holly Marrow of Wolfforth, Ryan and Jennifer McElroy of Addison; 7 great grandchildren, Brackstin, Brennen and Brody Moss, Sawyer Moss, Gavin Stinson, Dawson Marrow and Clara McElroy; a brother, Tommy Ryan of Haines City, FL; numerous nieces and nephews and special caregiver, Sylvia Casanova.
The family suggests memorials to VistaCare/Odyssey of Lubbock. There was a family visitation Monday at the Funeral Home.
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Obituary for Sylvia Muñoz
submitted by Edgle Dyer
Sylvia Muñoz, 48, of Brownfield died on Wednesday, Oct. 17, 2007, at her residence. A Rosary was prayed Thursday, Oct. 18, at Mark A. Jones Memorial Chapel in Brownfield and the funeral mass was held Friday, Oct. 19, in St. Anthony's Catholic Church in Brownfield. Father Gerald Leatham officiated. Burial was in Brownfield Cemetery.
Mrs. Muñoz was born on Nov. 13, 1958, to Domingo and Maria Cruz in Lubbock. Her family moved to Lubbock soon after her birth. She was a life long resident of Brownfield.
She is survived by her parents, Domingo and Maria Cruz of Brownfield; two sons--Sylvester, Jr. and Sammy both of Brownfield; two daughters--Alexandra Alaniz of Brownfield and Stephine Muñoz of Lubbock.
Mrs. Muñoz was preceded in death by one daughter--Sally Muñoz on April 14, 1993, her maternal grandparents--Sirildo and Dominga Arguellez and her paternal grandmother--Natitada Cruz.
Brownfield News
submitted by Edgle Dyer
Sylvia Muñoz, 48, of Brownfield died on Wednesday, Oct. 17, 2007, at her residence. A Rosary was prayed Thursday, Oct. 18, at Mark A. Jones Memorial Chapel in Brownfield and the funeral mass was held Friday, Oct. 19, in St. Anthony's Catholic Church in Brownfield. Father Gerald Leatham officiated. Burial was in Brownfield Cemetery.
Mrs. Muñoz was born on Nov. 13, 1958, to Domingo and Maria Cruz in Lubbock. Her family moved to Lubbock soon after her birth. She was a life long resident of Brownfield.
She is survived by her parents, Domingo and Maria Cruz of Brownfield; two sons--Sylvester, Jr. and Sammy both of Brownfield; two daughters--Alexandra Alaniz of Brownfield and Stephine Muñoz of Lubbock.
Mrs. Muñoz was preceded in death by one daughter--Sally Muñoz on April 14, 1993, her maternal grandparents--Sirildo and Dominga Arguellez and her paternal grandmother--Natitada Cruz.
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Obituary for Scott Muschalek
submitted by Edgle Dyer
Services for Scott Muschalek, 31, of Brownfield, will be Thursday, July 27, at 10:30 a.m. at the Brownfield First Baptist Church Chapel with the Rev. Randy Land officiating. Burial will be at 2 p.m. at the City of Lubbock Cemetery.
Muschalek died Monday, July 24, 2006, in Lubbock. He was born Feb. 10, 1975 in Lubbock. He moved to Brownfield with his family in 1981 and was a 1993 graduate of Brownfield High School. He received his bachelor's degree from Texas Tech in 1998 and was employed by OSC in Lubbock.
He is survived by his mother, Beverly Muschalek, of Brownfield; a brother, Chris Muschalek and his wife Krystle of Lamesa; his grandmother, Fawn Hillbish of Lubbock; and an uncle, Bruce Muschalek of Lubbock. He was preceded in death by his father, Mike Muschalek, on May 22, 1996.
Brownfield News
submitted by Edgle Dyer
Services for Scott Muschalek, 31, of Brownfield, will be Thursday, July 27, at 10:30 a.m. at the Brownfield First Baptist Church Chapel with the Rev. Randy Land officiating. Burial will be at 2 p.m. at the City of Lubbock Cemetery.
Muschalek died Monday, July 24, 2006, in Lubbock. He was born Feb. 10, 1975 in Lubbock. He moved to Brownfield with his family in 1981 and was a 1993 graduate of Brownfield High School. He received his bachelor's degree from Texas Tech in 1998 and was employed by OSC in Lubbock.
He is survived by his mother, Beverly Muschalek, of Brownfield; a brother, Chris Muschalek and his wife Krystle of Lamesa; his grandmother, Fawn Hillbish of Lubbock; and an uncle, Bruce Muschalek of Lubbock. He was preceded in death by his father, Mike Muschalek, on May 22, 1996.
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Obituary for Ruben Angel Navarro
submitted by Edgle Dyer
Ruben Angel Navarro, 29, passed away Tuesday, Dec. 8, 2009, at United Medical Center in Lubbock. Rosary will be held Saturday and Sunday at Mark A. Jones Memorial Chapel in Brownfield.
Funeral service will be at 10 a.m. Monday at St. Anthony's Catholic Church with Father Gerald Leatham officiating. Burial will follow in Terry County Memorial Cemetery. Personal services are under the direction of Mark A. Jones Funeral Directors of Brownfield.
Mr. Navarro was born April 20 1980, to Faustino and Dora Linda (Vasquez) Navarro in Lubbock. Ruben lived in Brownfield his whole life. He worked at Thermo Fluids and as a farmer's hand.
He is survived by his wife Cristela Navarro of Brownfield; parents, Faustino and Dora Navarro of Brownfield; paternal grandparents, Pedro and Manuela of Tahoka; one son, Joshua Cruz of Brownfield; two daughters, Carolyn Navarro of Brownfield, and Anjel Shea Navarro of Goodland, Kan.; one brother, Brandon Vasquez of Brownfield; four sisters, Virgina Alaniz, Andrea Navarro, Janie Salas of Brownfield and Jennifer Lujan of Lubbock; and several aunts and uncles. He is preceded in death by his maternal grandparents, Gavino and Adelina Vasquez.
Brownfield News
submitted by Edgle Dyer
Ruben Angel Navarro, 29, passed away Tuesday, Dec. 8, 2009, at United Medical Center in Lubbock. Rosary will be held Saturday and Sunday at Mark A. Jones Memorial Chapel in Brownfield.
Funeral service will be at 10 a.m. Monday at St. Anthony's Catholic Church with Father Gerald Leatham officiating. Burial will follow in Terry County Memorial Cemetery. Personal services are under the direction of Mark A. Jones Funeral Directors of Brownfield.
Mr. Navarro was born April 20 1980, to Faustino and Dora Linda (Vasquez) Navarro in Lubbock. Ruben lived in Brownfield his whole life. He worked at Thermo Fluids and as a farmer's hand.
He is survived by his wife Cristela Navarro of Brownfield; parents, Faustino and Dora Navarro of Brownfield; paternal grandparents, Pedro and Manuela of Tahoka; one son, Joshua Cruz of Brownfield; two daughters, Carolyn Navarro of Brownfield, and Anjel Shea Navarro of Goodland, Kan.; one brother, Brandon Vasquez of Brownfield; four sisters, Virgina Alaniz, Andrea Navarro, Janie Salas of Brownfield and Jennifer Lujan of Lubbock; and several aunts and uncles. He is preceded in death by his maternal grandparents, Gavino and Adelina Vasquez.
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Obituary for Charles J. Nave
submitted by Edgle Dyer
Services for Charles J. Nave, 66, of Brownfield will be at 11:00 AM Wed., Jan. 11, 2006, in Brownfield at Calvary Baptist Church with Rev. James Harris and Rev. Steve Carter officiating. Interment will be in Terry County Memorial Cemetery under the direction of Brownfield Funeral Home. Pallbearers will be grandsons, sons and son-in-law. He died Sunday, Jan 8, 2006, in Brownfield and was born Aug 17, 1939 in Kalkaska, MI.
Mr. Nave graduated from High School in 1957 and was a Vietnam Air Force Veteran. He married Luella Winter on March 27, 1964, in Carson City, NV. They moved to Brownfield in 1986. He worked for Amoco/Altura for 18 years, retiring in 1998. He was a member of Calvary Baptist Church.
He is survived by his wife, Luella, of Brownfield; 3 daughters: Katy Cabe and husband Gary, of Brownfield, Pamela Gail Griffin and husband Bruce, of Panama City, FL, Jenney Mae Scherer and husband Ken, of New Knoxville, OH; 3 sons: Chuck Nave and wife, Renea, of Brownfield, Hugh Darrell Brocklehurst and wife, Doris, of Brownfield; 1 foster son: Russell Porter and wife Janet, of Mansfield, OH; 2 Grandsons: Charles and John Brocklehurst of Lubbock; 12 other grandchildren; 5 great grandchildren and 1 sister, Katherine Nave of Grayling, MI.
Brownfield News
submitted by Edgle Dyer
Services for Charles J. Nave, 66, of Brownfield will be at 11:00 AM Wed., Jan. 11, 2006, in Brownfield at Calvary Baptist Church with Rev. James Harris and Rev. Steve Carter officiating. Interment will be in Terry County Memorial Cemetery under the direction of Brownfield Funeral Home. Pallbearers will be grandsons, sons and son-in-law. He died Sunday, Jan 8, 2006, in Brownfield and was born Aug 17, 1939 in Kalkaska, MI.
Mr. Nave graduated from High School in 1957 and was a Vietnam Air Force Veteran. He married Luella Winter on March 27, 1964, in Carson City, NV. They moved to Brownfield in 1986. He worked for Amoco/Altura for 18 years, retiring in 1998. He was a member of Calvary Baptist Church.
He is survived by his wife, Luella, of Brownfield; 3 daughters: Katy Cabe and husband Gary, of Brownfield, Pamela Gail Griffin and husband Bruce, of Panama City, FL, Jenney Mae Scherer and husband Ken, of New Knoxville, OH; 3 sons: Chuck Nave and wife, Renea, of Brownfield, Hugh Darrell Brocklehurst and wife, Doris, of Brownfield; 1 foster son: Russell Porter and wife Janet, of Mansfield, OH; 2 Grandsons: Charles and John Brocklehurst of Lubbock; 12 other grandchildren; 5 great grandchildren and 1 sister, Katherine Nave of Grayling, MI.
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Obituary for Edgar Lelan Nave
submitted by Edgle Dyer
Edgar Leland Nave, 87, of Brownfield passed away Sunday, January 2, 2011, in Brownfield, Texas.
He was born March 4, 1923, in Newport, Arkansas to Carl and Naoma Nave. Edgar attended school in Arkansas and was a WWII Air Force Veteran. He moved to Brownfield in 2000. He loved the senior night dancing and working on computers.
Edgar is survived by his caretaker, Phyllis Harbison of Brownfield; 4 children, Janet Nix and husband Gary of Brownfield, Paul Nave of Georgetown, Kentucky; Sherry Nave and Leland Nave and wife Jeana of Calico Rock, Arkansas; 8 grandchildren, 2 great grandchildren; 2 sisters and 2 brothers.
submitted by Edgle Dyer
Edgar Leland Nave, 87, of Brownfield passed away Sunday, January 2, 2011, in Brownfield, Texas.
He was born March 4, 1923, in Newport, Arkansas to Carl and Naoma Nave. Edgar attended school in Arkansas and was a WWII Air Force Veteran. He moved to Brownfield in 2000. He loved the senior night dancing and working on computers.
Edgar is survived by his caretaker, Phyllis Harbison of Brownfield; 4 children, Janet Nix and husband Gary of Brownfield, Paul Nave of Georgetown, Kentucky; Sherry Nave and Leland Nave and wife Jeana of Calico Rock, Arkansas; 8 grandchildren, 2 great grandchildren; 2 sisters and 2 brothers.
Obituary for Luella Mae Nave
submitted by Edgle Dyer
Graveside services for Luella Mae Nave, 75, of Brownfield were held April 29 at Terry County Memorial Cemetery with Rev. Steve Carter officiating. Burial was under the direction of Brownfield Funeral Home.
Luella passed away Monday, April 28, 2008, in Brownfield. She was born May 1, 1932 in Roseau, Minn. to Vernice and Genivieve Winter. She married Charles Jon Nave on March 27, 1964, in Carson City, Nev. They moved to Brownfield Jan. 4, 1986. He preceded her in death Jan. 8, 2006. She was a member of Calvary Baptist Church.
Luella is survived by three sons, Chuck Nave and his wife Renea of Brownfield, Hugh Darrell Brocklehurst and his wife Doris of Brownfield and Rusty Porter and his wife Janet of Mansfield, Ohio; three daughters, Katy Cabe and her husband Gary of Brownfield, Pamela Gail Griffin and her husband Bruce of Panama City, Fla. Jenny Mae Scherer and her husband Ken of Knoxville, Ohio; 14 grandchildren and six great grandchildren and numerous beloved friends.
Brownfield News
submitted by Edgle Dyer
Graveside services for Luella Mae Nave, 75, of Brownfield were held April 29 at Terry County Memorial Cemetery with Rev. Steve Carter officiating. Burial was under the direction of Brownfield Funeral Home.
Luella passed away Monday, April 28, 2008, in Brownfield. She was born May 1, 1932 in Roseau, Minn. to Vernice and Genivieve Winter. She married Charles Jon Nave on March 27, 1964, in Carson City, Nev. They moved to Brownfield Jan. 4, 1986. He preceded her in death Jan. 8, 2006. She was a member of Calvary Baptist Church.
Luella is survived by three sons, Chuck Nave and his wife Renea of Brownfield, Hugh Darrell Brocklehurst and his wife Doris of Brownfield and Rusty Porter and his wife Janet of Mansfield, Ohio; three daughters, Katy Cabe and her husband Gary of Brownfield, Pamela Gail Griffin and her husband Bruce of Panama City, Fla. Jenny Mae Scherer and her husband Ken of Knoxville, Ohio; 14 grandchildren and six great grandchildren and numerous beloved friends.
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Obituary for Clay Neill
submitted by Edgle Dyer
Clay Neill, 56, of Brownfield passed away Tuesday, Feb. 17, 2009, in Lubbock. Graveside services will be at 11 a.m. Thursday, Feb. 19, at the Terry County Memorial Cemetery under the direction of Brownfield Funeral Home. Memorial Services will follow at 1:30 p.m. at First Baptist Church with Rev. Randy Land officiating.
Clay was born on Oct. 5, 1952, to Almos and Geneva Neill in Lamesa. He moved with his family to Brownfield in 1959 and attended schools in Union and Brownfield, graduating from Brownfield High School in 1971. He married Cynthia Sue Williams on March 8, 1974, in Meadow.
He worked as a farmer for 35 years in Terry County. Clay was a member of the Wellman Volunteer Fire Department where he served as chief. He also served on the Brownfield Farmer's Co-Op and Loop Co-op Gin Boards, and the Wellman school board.
Clay is survived by his wife, Cynthia Neill of Brownfield; his mother, Geneva Neill of Brownfield; three sons, Clint Neill and his wife Rhonda of Brownfield, Gabe Neill and his wife Kristen of Brownfield and Cliff Neill of Brownfield; two grandchildren; three brothers, Keith Neill and his wife Leslie of Brownfield, Eddie Neill and his wife Regina of Brownfield and Brad Neill and his wife Linda of Abilene, and numerous nieces and nephews.
The family will have visitation from 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. on Wednesday, Feb. 18 at the Brownfield Funeral Home.
Brownfield News
submitted by Edgle Dyer
Clay Neill, 56, of Brownfield passed away Tuesday, Feb. 17, 2009, in Lubbock. Graveside services will be at 11 a.m. Thursday, Feb. 19, at the Terry County Memorial Cemetery under the direction of Brownfield Funeral Home. Memorial Services will follow at 1:30 p.m. at First Baptist Church with Rev. Randy Land officiating.
Clay was born on Oct. 5, 1952, to Almos and Geneva Neill in Lamesa. He moved with his family to Brownfield in 1959 and attended schools in Union and Brownfield, graduating from Brownfield High School in 1971. He married Cynthia Sue Williams on March 8, 1974, in Meadow.
He worked as a farmer for 35 years in Terry County. Clay was a member of the Wellman Volunteer Fire Department where he served as chief. He also served on the Brownfield Farmer's Co-Op and Loop Co-op Gin Boards, and the Wellman school board.
Clay is survived by his wife, Cynthia Neill of Brownfield; his mother, Geneva Neill of Brownfield; three sons, Clint Neill and his wife Rhonda of Brownfield, Gabe Neill and his wife Kristen of Brownfield and Cliff Neill of Brownfield; two grandchildren; three brothers, Keith Neill and his wife Leslie of Brownfield, Eddie Neill and his wife Regina of Brownfield and Brad Neill and his wife Linda of Abilene, and numerous nieces and nephews.
The family will have visitation from 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. on Wednesday, Feb. 18 at the Brownfield Funeral Home.
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Obituary for Ladell Nelson
submitted by Edgel Dyer
Services for Ladell Nelson, 81, of Brownfield, were held Tuesday, April 4, 2006, in the First United Methodist Church with Rev. Don McWhorter officiating. Burial was in Terry County Memorial Cemetery.
Mr. Nelson died Saturday, April 1, 2006, in Lubbock. He was born March 9, 1925, in Hillsboro and moved to Brownfield in 1926. He graduated from Brownfield High School in 1943 and attended Texas A&M University.
He was a member of the First United Methodist Church and was a World War II U.S. Army veteran where he received five Bronze Stars and one Bronze Arrowhead Medal while serving with the Parachute Field Artillery Division in France. He was a salesman for J. B. Knight Distributing and also Credit Manager for Goodpasture, Inc., for several years.
Mr. Nelson is survived by his wife, Bess; two sons: Rev. Jim Nelson of Grand Saline, and Terry Nelson and his wife, Michele, of Fort Worth; and by three grandchildren.
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submitted by Edgel Dyer
Services for Ladell Nelson, 81, of Brownfield, were held Tuesday, April 4, 2006, in the First United Methodist Church with Rev. Don McWhorter officiating. Burial was in Terry County Memorial Cemetery.
Mr. Nelson died Saturday, April 1, 2006, in Lubbock. He was born March 9, 1925, in Hillsboro and moved to Brownfield in 1926. He graduated from Brownfield High School in 1943 and attended Texas A&M University.
He was a member of the First United Methodist Church and was a World War II U.S. Army veteran where he received five Bronze Stars and one Bronze Arrowhead Medal while serving with the Parachute Field Artillery Division in France. He was a salesman for J. B. Knight Distributing and also Credit Manager for Goodpasture, Inc., for several years.
Mr. Nelson is survived by his wife, Bess; two sons: Rev. Jim Nelson of Grand Saline, and Terry Nelson and his wife, Michele, of Fort Worth; and by three grandchildren.
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Obituary for Diana Lynn Newberry
submitted by Edgle Dyer
Diana Lynn Newberry died Dec. 28, 2008, at the Hospice House in Odessa, finally losing her battle with Glioblastoma, after amazing the medical community with a seven year fight.
Diana was born June 18, 1964, in Brownfield, to Tom and Judy Gorby, and graduated from Brownfield High School. She married Robby Newberry on Oct. 18, 1986. They had two daughters, Brandi Nicole, age 13, and Brittany Ann, age nine. They have resided in Monahans, for the past 22 years, except for a short period of time when they lived in Midland. She was formerly employed by First National Bank, of Monahans, and Jack Sherman Chevrolet, in Odessa.
She has been a full time wife and mother since the birth of her first child. She loved her family, friends, being a homemaker, movies, cards and board games.
She is survived by her husband, two daughters, parents, and a sister, Pamela Young, of Greenwood Midland.
Services were held Wednesday, Dec. 31, 2008, at First Baptist Church in Monahans. Graveside services were held at 3 p.m. that day at Brownfield Cemetery.
Donations may be made to Hospice, The American Cancer Association, or the charity of your choice.
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submitted by Edgle Dyer
Diana Lynn Newberry died Dec. 28, 2008, at the Hospice House in Odessa, finally losing her battle with Glioblastoma, after amazing the medical community with a seven year fight.
Diana was born June 18, 1964, in Brownfield, to Tom and Judy Gorby, and graduated from Brownfield High School. She married Robby Newberry on Oct. 18, 1986. They had two daughters, Brandi Nicole, age 13, and Brittany Ann, age nine. They have resided in Monahans, for the past 22 years, except for a short period of time when they lived in Midland. She was formerly employed by First National Bank, of Monahans, and Jack Sherman Chevrolet, in Odessa.
She has been a full time wife and mother since the birth of her first child. She loved her family, friends, being a homemaker, movies, cards and board games.
She is survived by her husband, two daughters, parents, and a sister, Pamela Young, of Greenwood Midland.
Services were held Wednesday, Dec. 31, 2008, at First Baptist Church in Monahans. Graveside services were held at 3 p.m. that day at Brownfield Cemetery.
Donations may be made to Hospice, The American Cancer Association, or the charity of your choice.
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Obituary for Billie Norman
submitted by Edgle Dyer
Services for Billie Norman, 86, of Brownfield were held Monday, Aug 17, at Brownfield Church of Christ with Bob Reynolds officiating. Burial was in Terry County Memorial Cemetery under the direction of Brownfield Funeral Home.
Billie passed away Friday, Aug 14, 2009, in Brownfield. She was born Jan 27, 1923, in Anson to Pascal and Ima Jay Ball. She graduated from Anson High School in 1940 and married Henry Louis Norman on April 27, 1942, in Abilene. She worked for the Lamesa Daily Reporter before moving to Brownfield in 1963. In 1970 Billie and Henry bought the Country Press newspaper where they worked until retiring in 1983. She helped deliver Meals on Wheels. She loved her family, being outside, walking with Henry, traveling and the many friends she had. She was a member of Brownfield Church of Christ. Billie is preceded in death by her parents, a brother Kenneth Ball, two granddaughters, Kathy Lynn Baylor and Tammy Louise Baylor.
Billie is survived by her husband, Henry Norman of Brownfield; two daughters, Linda Kay Baylor of Bastrop and Vickie Lou Guyer and husband Loren of Drumright, Okla.; two grandsons, David Matthew Yeager of Broken Arrow, Okla. and Terry Michael Yeager of Drumright, Okla.; three great grandsons, Mason Storm Yeager of Drumright, Okla., Kenneth Hall of Chilton and Jordan David Yeager of Broken Arrow, Okla.; two great granddaughters, Jessica Baylor and Lee Ann Hall both of Bastrop; two brothers, Gerald Ball and wife Carolyn of Euless and Jack Ball and wife Eula Faye of Clyde; two brother- in-laws, Caroll Norman & wife Dorothy of Yukon, Okla., and Roy Lee Norman and wife Marilyn of Escondido, Calif.; a sister-in-law, Algerene Duncan of Brownwood.
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Services for Billie Norman, 86, of Brownfield were held Monday, Aug 17, at Brownfield Church of Christ with Bob Reynolds officiating. Burial was in Terry County Memorial Cemetery under the direction of Brownfield Funeral Home.
Billie passed away Friday, Aug 14, 2009, in Brownfield. She was born Jan 27, 1923, in Anson to Pascal and Ima Jay Ball. She graduated from Anson High School in 1940 and married Henry Louis Norman on April 27, 1942, in Abilene. She worked for the Lamesa Daily Reporter before moving to Brownfield in 1963. In 1970 Billie and Henry bought the Country Press newspaper where they worked until retiring in 1983. She helped deliver Meals on Wheels. She loved her family, being outside, walking with Henry, traveling and the many friends she had. She was a member of Brownfield Church of Christ. Billie is preceded in death by her parents, a brother Kenneth Ball, two granddaughters, Kathy Lynn Baylor and Tammy Louise Baylor.
Billie is survived by her husband, Henry Norman of Brownfield; two daughters, Linda Kay Baylor of Bastrop and Vickie Lou Guyer and husband Loren of Drumright, Okla.; two grandsons, David Matthew Yeager of Broken Arrow, Okla. and Terry Michael Yeager of Drumright, Okla.; three great grandsons, Mason Storm Yeager of Drumright, Okla., Kenneth Hall of Chilton and Jordan David Yeager of Broken Arrow, Okla.; two great granddaughters, Jessica Baylor and Lee Ann Hall both of Bastrop; two brothers, Gerald Ball and wife Carolyn of Euless and Jack Ball and wife Eula Faye of Clyde; two brother- in-laws, Caroll Norman & wife Dorothy of Yukon, Okla., and Roy Lee Norman and wife Marilyn of Escondido, Calif.; a sister-in-law, Algerene Duncan of Brownwood.
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Obituary for Myron Earl Norman
submitted by Edgle Dyer U.S. veteran Myron Earl Norman, 78, of Meadow passed away Sunday, December 6, 2009, at his home. Graveside Services will be at 2 p.m. Thursday, at Meadow Cemetery.
Myron was born August 2, 1931, in Rule, to William and Elvie Norman. He attended schools in Meadow, graduating in 1949 and enlisted in the United States Air Force in 1951. He had a great love for flying. He was preceded in death by two brothers, Norris G. Norman and Duane Norman.
Myron is survived by his son, Kevin Earl Norman and wife Brenda, of Meadow; his daughter, Vickie Bond Biffle and husband Paul, of Midland; and by eight grandchildren, and 12 great grandchildren.
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submitted by Edgle Dyer U.S. veteran Myron Earl Norman, 78, of Meadow passed away Sunday, December 6, 2009, at his home. Graveside Services will be at 2 p.m. Thursday, at Meadow Cemetery.
Myron was born August 2, 1931, in Rule, to William and Elvie Norman. He attended schools in Meadow, graduating in 1949 and enlisted in the United States Air Force in 1951. He had a great love for flying. He was preceded in death by two brothers, Norris G. Norman and Duane Norman.
Myron is survived by his son, Kevin Earl Norman and wife Brenda, of Meadow; his daughter, Vickie Bond Biffle and husband Paul, of Midland; and by eight grandchildren, and 12 great grandchildren.
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Obituary for Coda Beatrice North
submitted by Edgle Dyer Coda Beatrice North, 91, of Brownfield, passed away Wednesday, May 26, 2010, at Covenant Medical Center in Lubbock. She donated her body to the Texas Tech Health Science Center.
A memorial service will be held June 19, 2010, at the Holiday Inn Express. Friends and family will gather to share their fondest memories of Bea.
Beatrice was born December 19, 1918, in Mimbres, N.M., to R.B. and Francis Perry. She moved to Brownfield at an early age and graduated from Brownfield High School.
Beatrice married Barny (Sparky) North on June 17, 1950. He preceded her in death in 1960. She worked for Broadway Cleaners for 25 years, retired and returned to work for The Brownfield News. Before she lost her eyesight she was an avid reader, quilter and gardener.
She was preceded in death by her sisters, Ganeva and Doris; one brother, Floyd Perry; her parents; husband; and a great-granddaughter, Emily Schenk.
Those left to mourn Beatrice are her daughter, Linda North Moore and Ron Moore; granddaughter, Sandi and Cody Pilgrim; grandson, Jeremy and Amanda Foster; daughters Billy and Billy Coleman of St. George, Utah, Coda and Jon Hampton of Wiley, Bernice Harrison of Walters, Okla.; sons, James and Rosa Gunn of Centerville, Bernard and Vicki of Plano; brothers, Gerald and Cloe Marion Perry, Dick and Juanita Perry; 14 other grandchildren and 24 great-grandchildren.
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submitted by Edgle Dyer Coda Beatrice North, 91, of Brownfield, passed away Wednesday, May 26, 2010, at Covenant Medical Center in Lubbock. She donated her body to the Texas Tech Health Science Center.
A memorial service will be held June 19, 2010, at the Holiday Inn Express. Friends and family will gather to share their fondest memories of Bea.
Beatrice was born December 19, 1918, in Mimbres, N.M., to R.B. and Francis Perry. She moved to Brownfield at an early age and graduated from Brownfield High School.
Beatrice married Barny (Sparky) North on June 17, 1950. He preceded her in death in 1960. She worked for Broadway Cleaners for 25 years, retired and returned to work for The Brownfield News. Before she lost her eyesight she was an avid reader, quilter and gardener.
She was preceded in death by her sisters, Ganeva and Doris; one brother, Floyd Perry; her parents; husband; and a great-granddaughter, Emily Schenk.
Those left to mourn Beatrice are her daughter, Linda North Moore and Ron Moore; granddaughter, Sandi and Cody Pilgrim; grandson, Jeremy and Amanda Foster; daughters Billy and Billy Coleman of St. George, Utah, Coda and Jon Hampton of Wiley, Bernice Harrison of Walters, Okla.; sons, James and Rosa Gunn of Centerville, Bernard and Vicki of Plano; brothers, Gerald and Cloe Marion Perry, Dick and Juanita Perry; 14 other grandchildren and 24 great-grandchildren.
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Obituary for Loeta Saunders Northcutt
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Loeta Saunders Northcutt, 83, of Paris, and a longtime resident of Monahans, passed away Sunday, March 11, 2012, at her home.
She was born on August 5, 1928, in Mitchell County, Texas, the twelfth child of Lucious and Lillie Cook Saunders. She was of the Baptist Faith, an administrative assistant and a care giver. She married Luke Northcutt on December 6, 1943, in Colorado City, Texas. He preceded her in death in 1976.
Survivors are her two daughters Bobbie Hughes and husband Bill of Sumner, Texas. and Andrea Hardaway and husband Erich of Midland, Texas; grandchildren Heath Hughes and wife Traci of Frisco, Brad Hughes and wife Dana of Frisco, Luke Hardaway and Katie Rose Hardaway of Midland; great granddaughters Laura, Lindsey and Kylie; numerous cousins, nieces and nephews; front porch party friends.
Graveside services will be conducted at 2 p.m. on Wednesday at the Terry County Memorial Cemetery in Brownfield. The family requests in lieu of flowers memorials be made to Meals on Wheels or a charity of choice. Services are under the direction of the Fry & Gibbs Funeral Home where online condolences may be sent by visiting www.fry-gibbs.com.
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Loeta Saunders Northcutt, 83, of Paris, and a longtime resident of Monahans, passed away Sunday, March 11, 2012, at her home.
She was born on August 5, 1928, in Mitchell County, Texas, the twelfth child of Lucious and Lillie Cook Saunders. She was of the Baptist Faith, an administrative assistant and a care giver. She married Luke Northcutt on December 6, 1943, in Colorado City, Texas. He preceded her in death in 1976.
Survivors are her two daughters Bobbie Hughes and husband Bill of Sumner, Texas. and Andrea Hardaway and husband Erich of Midland, Texas; grandchildren Heath Hughes and wife Traci of Frisco, Brad Hughes and wife Dana of Frisco, Luke Hardaway and Katie Rose Hardaway of Midland; great granddaughters Laura, Lindsey and Kylie; numerous cousins, nieces and nephews; front porch party friends.
Graveside services will be conducted at 2 p.m. on Wednesday at the Terry County Memorial Cemetery in Brownfield. The family requests in lieu of flowers memorials be made to Meals on Wheels or a charity of choice. Services are under the direction of the Fry & Gibbs Funeral Home where online condolences may be sent by visiting www.fry-gibbs.com.
Obituary for Jesus Antonio Nunez
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A prayer service for Jesus Antonio Nunez, 48, of Brownfield was held Sunday, Dec. 17, 2006. Services will be at a later time in Pachera, Chihuahua, Mexico.
Mr. Nunez died Friday, Dec. 15, 2006 in Lubbock. He was born June 13, 1958, in Chihuahua, Mexico, to Felipe and Carmen Nunez. He attended school in Mexico and moved from Mexico to Brownfield in 1973.
Mr. Nunez was preceded in death by his mother in 1997 and one brother---Raul Nunez in 2003. He was married to Angelita Nunez on Nov. 19, 2006. He is survived by his wife and his father---Felipe Nunez.
He is also survived by three sons---Jesus and Matthew Nunez both of Brownfield and Mark Cavazos of North Carolina and five daughters---Maribele Nunez, Yesenia Nunez and Carmen Nunez, all of Brownfield; Irmalinda Nunez of Tennessee and Nora Nunez of North Carolina.
He is also survived by four brothers---Fedel and Angel, both of Pachera, Mexico; Victor of Brownfield and Humberto of Kermit and four sisters---Lupe, Patrica, Martha and Magdalena, all of Pachera, Chihuahua, Mexico.
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A prayer service for Jesus Antonio Nunez, 48, of Brownfield was held Sunday, Dec. 17, 2006. Services will be at a later time in Pachera, Chihuahua, Mexico.
Mr. Nunez died Friday, Dec. 15, 2006 in Lubbock. He was born June 13, 1958, in Chihuahua, Mexico, to Felipe and Carmen Nunez. He attended school in Mexico and moved from Mexico to Brownfield in 1973.
Mr. Nunez was preceded in death by his mother in 1997 and one brother---Raul Nunez in 2003. He was married to Angelita Nunez on Nov. 19, 2006. He is survived by his wife and his father---Felipe Nunez.
He is also survived by three sons---Jesus and Matthew Nunez both of Brownfield and Mark Cavazos of North Carolina and five daughters---Maribele Nunez, Yesenia Nunez and Carmen Nunez, all of Brownfield; Irmalinda Nunez of Tennessee and Nora Nunez of North Carolina.
He is also survived by four brothers---Fedel and Angel, both of Pachera, Mexico; Victor of Brownfield and Humberto of Kermit and four sisters---Lupe, Patrica, Martha and Magdalena, all of Pachera, Chihuahua, Mexico.
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Obituary for Rene Lee Nuñez
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Rene Lee Nunez, 23, of Brownfield died Tuesday, Nov. 6, 2007, in Lubbock. Services will be at Mark A. Jones MemorialChapel, at 10 a.m. Monday, Nov. 12. Burial will follow at Terry County Memorial Cemetery in Brownfield.
Mr. Nunez was born on Sept. 11, 1984, in Lubbock to Guillermo and Maria Perez in Lubbock. He spent his entire life in Brownfield and attended Brownfield Schools.
On July 9, 2005, Rene married Amanda Alvarado in Brownfield. His family described him as a man who loved music, a good listener and was very helpful to many people. He could always make you smile. But the thing he enjoyed most was spending time with his children.
Mr. Nunez is survived by his wife--Amanda of the home, one son--Caleb, also of the home and one daughter--Zoey Celesste Nunez of Levelland.
He is also survived by one brother--Roberto of Amarillo and three sisters--Angelica Maria Gutierrez of Hooker, Okla., Maria Elena Montoya of Borger, and Maria Teresa Montoya of Liberal, Kans.
Mr. Nunez was preceded in death by one sister--Monica Lee Araiza in 1981; one brother--Ramon Araiza in 1982. His grandparents--Raul Sanchez and Elena Flores Sanchez and one uncle, Ruben Sanchez.
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Rene Lee Nunez, 23, of Brownfield died Tuesday, Nov. 6, 2007, in Lubbock. Services will be at Mark A. Jones MemorialChapel, at 10 a.m. Monday, Nov. 12. Burial will follow at Terry County Memorial Cemetery in Brownfield.
Mr. Nunez was born on Sept. 11, 1984, in Lubbock to Guillermo and Maria Perez in Lubbock. He spent his entire life in Brownfield and attended Brownfield Schools.
On July 9, 2005, Rene married Amanda Alvarado in Brownfield. His family described him as a man who loved music, a good listener and was very helpful to many people. He could always make you smile. But the thing he enjoyed most was spending time with his children.
Mr. Nunez is survived by his wife--Amanda of the home, one son--Caleb, also of the home and one daughter--Zoey Celesste Nunez of Levelland.
He is also survived by one brother--Roberto of Amarillo and three sisters--Angelica Maria Gutierrez of Hooker, Okla., Maria Elena Montoya of Borger, and Maria Teresa Montoya of Liberal, Kans.
Mr. Nunez was preceded in death by one sister--Monica Lee Araiza in 1981; one brother--Ramon Araiza in 1982. His grandparents--Raul Sanchez and Elena Flores Sanchez and one uncle, Ruben Sanchez.
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Obituary for R. G. "Pa" Nutt, Jr.
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Services for R. G. "Pa" Nutt Jr, 87, of Brownfield will be at 2 p.m., Wednesday, Dec. 10, at Challis Baptist Church with Bruce W. Smith and Dale Matlock officiating. Burial will be in Terry County Memorial Cemetery under the direction of Brownfield Funeral Home. R. G. passed away Saturday, Dec. 6, 2008, in Brownfield.
He was born Nov. 29, 1921, in Burnett County to R. G. and Lucy Nutt. He was a WWII Army Veteran. He married ImoGene Reynolds on Aug. 5, 1950. She preceded him in death on Dec. 28, 1987.
R. G. then married Flossie Proctor Richards on Sept. 3, 1988, in Brownfield. He farmed in Terry County for over 40 years. He was a member of the Masonic Lodge and Challis Baptist Church. R. G. is also preceded in death by two sisters, Shirley Suddeth and Wanda Jean "Polly" Nutt.
R. G. is survived by his wife Flossie of Brownfield; two daughters, Ann Bingham and husband Arthur of Brownfield and Adelya Smith and Bruce of Brownfield; four grandchildren and 10 great grandchildren; a sister, Sybil Townsend and husband Bill of Ukiah, Calif.; a brother, James Nutt of Sioux City, Iowa; several nieces and nephews.
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Services for R. G. "Pa" Nutt Jr, 87, of Brownfield will be at 2 p.m., Wednesday, Dec. 10, at Challis Baptist Church with Bruce W. Smith and Dale Matlock officiating. Burial will be in Terry County Memorial Cemetery under the direction of Brownfield Funeral Home. R. G. passed away Saturday, Dec. 6, 2008, in Brownfield.
He was born Nov. 29, 1921, in Burnett County to R. G. and Lucy Nutt. He was a WWII Army Veteran. He married ImoGene Reynolds on Aug. 5, 1950. She preceded him in death on Dec. 28, 1987.
R. G. then married Flossie Proctor Richards on Sept. 3, 1988, in Brownfield. He farmed in Terry County for over 40 years. He was a member of the Masonic Lodge and Challis Baptist Church. R. G. is also preceded in death by two sisters, Shirley Suddeth and Wanda Jean "Polly" Nutt.
R. G. is survived by his wife Flossie of Brownfield; two daughters, Ann Bingham and husband Arthur of Brownfield and Adelya Smith and Bruce of Brownfield; four grandchildren and 10 great grandchildren; a sister, Sybil Townsend and husband Bill of Ukiah, Calif.; a brother, James Nutt of Sioux City, Iowa; several nieces and nephews.
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Obituary for Freddie Max Oliver
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Services for Freddie Max Oliver, 68, of Brownfield were held Wednesday, June 6, 2007, at Brownfield Funeral Home Memorial Chapel with Bob Reynolds officiating.
Interment will be in Terry County Memorial Cemetery.
Mr. Oliver passed away Saturday, June 2, in Lubbock. He was born March 24, 1939, in Brownfield to Thomas Pratt and Fern Marie Oliver.
He attended school at Gomez and Brownfield. He farmed at Gomez until his retirement in 2001. He was preceded in death by his parents and by a brother, Billy Ray Oliver, in 1991.
He is survived by a daughter, Tina Jordan and her husband Ronnie of Wolfforth; a grandson, B. J. Chapman of Wolfforth; a sister, Jeri Scott and her husband, Carrol, of Wolfforth.
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Services for Freddie Max Oliver, 68, of Brownfield were held Wednesday, June 6, 2007, at Brownfield Funeral Home Memorial Chapel with Bob Reynolds officiating.
Interment will be in Terry County Memorial Cemetery.
Mr. Oliver passed away Saturday, June 2, in Lubbock. He was born March 24, 1939, in Brownfield to Thomas Pratt and Fern Marie Oliver.
He attended school at Gomez and Brownfield. He farmed at Gomez until his retirement in 2001. He was preceded in death by his parents and by a brother, Billy Ray Oliver, in 1991.
He is survived by a daughter, Tina Jordan and her husband Ronnie of Wolfforth; a grandson, B. J. Chapman of Wolfforth; a sister, Jeri Scott and her husband, Carrol, of Wolfforth.
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Obituary for Mariana H. Ontiveros
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Mariana H. Ontiveros, 49, of Brownfield, passed away Saturday December 17, 2005, at Covenant Medical Center, Lakeside, in Lubbock
Mariana was born March 21, 1956, to Esteban and Angelita Hernandez in Leming, Texas. She attended school in Leming and Seagraves and moved to Brownfield in 1980. For many years Mariana sat with individuals who were not able to take care of themselves. Her family remembers her most for the love and enjoyment she got from her grandchildren. She met and married the love of her life, Jesus Ontiveros, on October 4, 1972
A Rosary service will be at 7:00 P.M. Monday and Tuesday evenings at Mark A. Jones Memorial Chapel in Brownfield. A Funeral Mass will be at 10:00 A.M. Wednesday, December 21, 2005, at St. Anthony's Catholic Church with Father Gerald Leatham officiating. Interment will follow at Brownfield Cemetery.
Those left to cherish her memories include her husband, Jesus, of the home; 1 son: Jesse Ontiveros III, of Lubbock; 1 daughter: Laura Bergara of Brown-field; 2 brothers: Felipe G. Hernandez of Union and Esteban Hernandez, Jr., of Pleasanton; 5 sisters: Estefana H. Aguilar and Maria H. Brionez both of Seagraves; Olivia H. Huron of Pleasanton; Carolina Patterson of Arlington; and Rosalinda H. Munoz of Lubbock. She also leaves 6 grandchildren. Her parents and 3 brothers: Ricardo, Juan and Tomas, preceded her in death.
Personal Services are being provided by Mark A. Jones Funeral Directors of Brownfield.
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Mariana H. Ontiveros, 49, of Brownfield, passed away Saturday December 17, 2005, at Covenant Medical Center, Lakeside, in Lubbock
Mariana was born March 21, 1956, to Esteban and Angelita Hernandez in Leming, Texas. She attended school in Leming and Seagraves and moved to Brownfield in 1980. For many years Mariana sat with individuals who were not able to take care of themselves. Her family remembers her most for the love and enjoyment she got from her grandchildren. She met and married the love of her life, Jesus Ontiveros, on October 4, 1972
A Rosary service will be at 7:00 P.M. Monday and Tuesday evenings at Mark A. Jones Memorial Chapel in Brownfield. A Funeral Mass will be at 10:00 A.M. Wednesday, December 21, 2005, at St. Anthony's Catholic Church with Father Gerald Leatham officiating. Interment will follow at Brownfield Cemetery.
Those left to cherish her memories include her husband, Jesus, of the home; 1 son: Jesse Ontiveros III, of Lubbock; 1 daughter: Laura Bergara of Brown-field; 2 brothers: Felipe G. Hernandez of Union and Esteban Hernandez, Jr., of Pleasanton; 5 sisters: Estefana H. Aguilar and Maria H. Brionez both of Seagraves; Olivia H. Huron of Pleasanton; Carolina Patterson of Arlington; and Rosalinda H. Munoz of Lubbock. She also leaves 6 grandchildren. Her parents and 3 brothers: Ricardo, Juan and Tomas, preceded her in death.
Personal Services are being provided by Mark A. Jones Funeral Directors of Brownfield.
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Obituary for Dora Mae Overman
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Services for Dora Mae Overman, 78, of Brownfield will be at 2 p.m., Monday, Feb. 2, at the Brownfield Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Chris Seaton officiating.
Dora Mae passed away Friday, Jan. 30, 2009, in Brownfield. She was born Sept. 27, 1930, in Hobbs, N.M. to Tommy and Opal Roby and moved to Brownfield in 1935 with her family. She graduated from Wellman High School. Dora Mae is preceded in death by her parents and a daughter, Cherry Mears.
Dora Mae is survived by a daughter, Dawana Overman and her husband James Miller of Brownfield; a son, Rick Overman of Malaysia; 11 grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; a brother, Wayman Davis of Weatherford; and a sister, Marie Hackney of Spokane, Wash.
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Services for Dora Mae Overman, 78, of Brownfield will be at 2 p.m., Monday, Feb. 2, at the Brownfield Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Chris Seaton officiating.
Dora Mae passed away Friday, Jan. 30, 2009, in Brownfield. She was born Sept. 27, 1930, in Hobbs, N.M. to Tommy and Opal Roby and moved to Brownfield in 1935 with her family. She graduated from Wellman High School. Dora Mae is preceded in death by her parents and a daughter, Cherry Mears.
Dora Mae is survived by a daughter, Dawana Overman and her husband James Miller of Brownfield; a son, Rick Overman of Malaysia; 11 grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; a brother, Wayman Davis of Weatherford; and a sister, Marie Hackney of Spokane, Wash.
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Obituary for Cipriano Pando
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Services for Cipriano Pando 81, of Brownfield will be held at 10am Tuesday, September 11, 2012, at St. Anthony's Catholic Church. Burial will follow at the Brownfield Cemetery under the direction of Brownfield Funeral Home.
Visitation (rosary )will be held from 6-8pm Monday, September 10, 2012, at Brownfield Funeral Home Chapel.
Cipriano was born on March 5, 1931, to Francisco and Simona Pando in Santa Eulaila, Chihuahua, Mexico. He worked as a farm hand most of his life. Cipriano married Juanita Gallegos on January 19, 1947, in El Carrizo, Julimes, Mexico. She preceded him in death on February 18, 2005.
Cipriano is also preceded in death by his parents, Francisco and Simona Pando; 3 children, Manuelito Pando, Juanita Pando, and Ciprinanito Pando and 3 brothers, Ramiro Pando, Federico Pando and Socorro Pando.
Cipriano is survived by 6 children, Manuela Corrales and husband Jesus of New Home, Alejandro Pando and his wife Manuela of Brownfield, Genaro Pando and his wife Bertha of Brownfield, Rosario Vitolas and her husband Federico of New Home and Tilda Carrasco and her husband Genaro of Tahoka; 20 grandchildren, 57 great grandchildren, 4 brothers Catarino Pando, Emiterio Pando, Ramon Pando and Santiago Pando and 2 sisters, Maria Pando Melendez and Antonia Pando Cardona.
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Services for Cipriano Pando 81, of Brownfield will be held at 10am Tuesday, September 11, 2012, at St. Anthony's Catholic Church. Burial will follow at the Brownfield Cemetery under the direction of Brownfield Funeral Home.
Visitation (rosary )will be held from 6-8pm Monday, September 10, 2012, at Brownfield Funeral Home Chapel.
Cipriano was born on March 5, 1931, to Francisco and Simona Pando in Santa Eulaila, Chihuahua, Mexico. He worked as a farm hand most of his life. Cipriano married Juanita Gallegos on January 19, 1947, in El Carrizo, Julimes, Mexico. She preceded him in death on February 18, 2005.
Cipriano is also preceded in death by his parents, Francisco and Simona Pando; 3 children, Manuelito Pando, Juanita Pando, and Ciprinanito Pando and 3 brothers, Ramiro Pando, Federico Pando and Socorro Pando.
Cipriano is survived by 6 children, Manuela Corrales and husband Jesus of New Home, Alejandro Pando and his wife Manuela of Brownfield, Genaro Pando and his wife Bertha of Brownfield, Rosario Vitolas and her husband Federico of New Home and Tilda Carrasco and her husband Genaro of Tahoka; 20 grandchildren, 57 great grandchildren, 4 brothers Catarino Pando, Emiterio Pando, Ramon Pando and Santiago Pando and 2 sisters, Maria Pando Melendez and Antonia Pando Cardona.
Obituary for Makahlie Rene Parks
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Graveside services for Makahlie Rene Parks, 19 months old, of Brownfield were held Friday, May 11, 2007, in the Brownfield Cemetery with Nicky Chapman officiating.
She was born June 26, 2005, and died Feb. 9, 2007, in University Medical Center in Lubbock.
She is survived by her parents---Kelly Parks and Misti Murph; her grandparents---Ida Murph and Mike Murph and her great-grandparents---Ewel and Dorothy Holcombe; Aunt Megan Murph, Uncle Mike Murph, Aunt Ella Murph, Aunt MacKenzie and Cameron Murph.
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Graveside services for Makahlie Rene Parks, 19 months old, of Brownfield were held Friday, May 11, 2007, in the Brownfield Cemetery with Nicky Chapman officiating.
She was born June 26, 2005, and died Feb. 9, 2007, in University Medical Center in Lubbock.
She is survived by her parents---Kelly Parks and Misti Murph; her grandparents---Ida Murph and Mike Murph and her great-grandparents---Ewel and Dorothy Holcombe; Aunt Megan Murph, Uncle Mike Murph, Aunt Ella Murph, Aunt MacKenzie and Cameron Murph.
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Obituary for William F. "Bill" Parnell
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William F. "Bill" Parnell, age 89, passed from this life on Monday, Sept. 29, 2008, at his home in Wellman. A Memorial Celebration of Mr. Parnell's life will be held at 2 p.m. Oct. 6 at the First United Methodist Church in Brownfield with Don McWhorter officiating.
Personal Services are under the direction of Mark A. Jones Funeral Directors of Brownfield.
Mr. Parnell was born on May 24, 1919, in Pecan Gap to Augusta and Emma Parnell. He attended schools in California and Draw and served in the United States Army during World War II. He was a member of the American Legion and of the First United Methodist Church in Brownfield.
He married the love of his life, Leona Poh, on April 27, 1947, in California. The memories that he leaves will be his love of chocolate pie and woodworking. All the kids around called him "Papaw Bill". He would do anything he could for anyone.
Bill is survived by his wife Leona of the home, one sister-in-law, Harriett Parnell of Irving, Calif., two grandsons and three granddaughters. He is preceded in death by one daughter, Linda Kissinger, and three sisters and two brothers.
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William F. "Bill" Parnell, age 89, passed from this life on Monday, Sept. 29, 2008, at his home in Wellman. A Memorial Celebration of Mr. Parnell's life will be held at 2 p.m. Oct. 6 at the First United Methodist Church in Brownfield with Don McWhorter officiating.
Personal Services are under the direction of Mark A. Jones Funeral Directors of Brownfield.
Mr. Parnell was born on May 24, 1919, in Pecan Gap to Augusta and Emma Parnell. He attended schools in California and Draw and served in the United States Army during World War II. He was a member of the American Legion and of the First United Methodist Church in Brownfield.
He married the love of his life, Leona Poh, on April 27, 1947, in California. The memories that he leaves will be his love of chocolate pie and woodworking. All the kids around called him "Papaw Bill". He would do anything he could for anyone.
Bill is survived by his wife Leona of the home, one sister-in-law, Harriett Parnell of Irving, Calif., two grandsons and three granddaughters. He is preceded in death by one daughter, Linda Kissinger, and three sisters and two brothers.
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Obituary for Evadeen Patton
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Services for Evadeen Patton, 96, of Brownfield, were held at 10:30 a.m. Saturday, November 26, 2005, at Brownfield First Baptist Church Chapel with Rev. Landy Land officiating. Interment will be in Terry County Memorial Cemetery under the direction of Brownfield Funeral Home.
She died Wednesday, November 23, 2005, in Lubbock, and was born May 23, 1909, in Merkel, Texas. She moved with her parents, Thenia and Dayton Snow, to Munday, Texas, in 1912 and to Terry County in 1921.
Evadeen married Grady Patton in Tahoka in 1925. They were engaged in farming in the Johnson and Union Communities. They moved to Brownfield in 1972.
She was a member of the Johnson Baptist Church and later the First Baptist Church in Brownfield. She taught Sunday School Classes of all ages for more than 60 years. She was a charter member of the Brownfield Art Association and was also very active in other community activities including the Home Demonstration Club.
Evadeen's husband, Grady, died Feb. 1972. She married Jim Van Buskirk June 1983. He died Jan. 1990. She was also preceded in death by a daughter, Mary Ellen Moore, Jan. 2000, and a granddaughter, Debbie Patton Beasley, Aug 1978.
She is survived by a son, Gordon D. Patton and wife, Betty, of Brownfield and a son-in-law, Erwin Moore, of Brownfield; five grandchildren: Dana Hamm and husband, Ace, of Plains; Tammie Bayouth and husband, Nordie, of Abilene; Tricia Moore of Brownfield; Mark Moore and wife, Beth, of Lubbock, and Win Moore and wife, Janice, of Coppell; three great granddaughters and eight great grandsons; and several nieces and nephews. Pallbearers will be her great grandsons. The family suggests memorials to a favorite charity.
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Services for Evadeen Patton, 96, of Brownfield, were held at 10:30 a.m. Saturday, November 26, 2005, at Brownfield First Baptist Church Chapel with Rev. Landy Land officiating. Interment will be in Terry County Memorial Cemetery under the direction of Brownfield Funeral Home.
She died Wednesday, November 23, 2005, in Lubbock, and was born May 23, 1909, in Merkel, Texas. She moved with her parents, Thenia and Dayton Snow, to Munday, Texas, in 1912 and to Terry County in 1921.
Evadeen married Grady Patton in Tahoka in 1925. They were engaged in farming in the Johnson and Union Communities. They moved to Brownfield in 1972.
She was a member of the Johnson Baptist Church and later the First Baptist Church in Brownfield. She taught Sunday School Classes of all ages for more than 60 years. She was a charter member of the Brownfield Art Association and was also very active in other community activities including the Home Demonstration Club.
Evadeen's husband, Grady, died Feb. 1972. She married Jim Van Buskirk June 1983. He died Jan. 1990. She was also preceded in death by a daughter, Mary Ellen Moore, Jan. 2000, and a granddaughter, Debbie Patton Beasley, Aug 1978.
She is survived by a son, Gordon D. Patton and wife, Betty, of Brownfield and a son-in-law, Erwin Moore, of Brownfield; five grandchildren: Dana Hamm and husband, Ace, of Plains; Tammie Bayouth and husband, Nordie, of Abilene; Tricia Moore of Brownfield; Mark Moore and wife, Beth, of Lubbock, and Win Moore and wife, Janice, of Coppell; three great granddaughters and eight great grandsons; and several nieces and nephews. Pallbearers will be her great grandsons. The family suggests memorials to a favorite charity.
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Obituary for Eva Martinez Peña
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A Funeral Mass will be held 10 a.m. Friday, March 16, 2007, at St. Anthony's Catholic Church for Eva Martinez Peña, with Father Gerald Leatham officiating. Burial will follow at Brownfield Cemetery.
Mrs. Peña was born on March 14, 1936, to Abraham and Augustine Martinez in Ragan, Texas. She moved to Brownfield in 1999 from Littlefield. Her children remember that above all, she lived life to the fullest.
Those left to cherish her memories include two sons: Noe of Brownfield and Abel of Woodbine, Kansas, one brother: Abran Martinez, Jr. of Littlefield, three sisters: Ruth Escovedo of Fresno, Calif., Lutie Flores of Anton and Mary Munoz of Lubbock. She also left nine Grandchildren and five Great-Grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by her parents and one sister.
Brownfield News
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A Funeral Mass will be held 10 a.m. Friday, March 16, 2007, at St. Anthony's Catholic Church for Eva Martinez Peña, with Father Gerald Leatham officiating. Burial will follow at Brownfield Cemetery.
Mrs. Peña was born on March 14, 1936, to Abraham and Augustine Martinez in Ragan, Texas. She moved to Brownfield in 1999 from Littlefield. Her children remember that above all, she lived life to the fullest.
Those left to cherish her memories include two sons: Noe of Brownfield and Abel of Woodbine, Kansas, one brother: Abran Martinez, Jr. of Littlefield, three sisters: Ruth Escovedo of Fresno, Calif., Lutie Flores of Anton and Mary Munoz of Lubbock. She also left nine Grandchildren and five Great-Grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by her parents and one sister.
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Obituary for Luz Peña
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Luz Pena, 31, of Brownfield died Friday, Nov. 17, 2007, in Lubbock. Services were held Wednesday, Nov. 21, at El Shaddai Worship Center with Rev. Genaro Guerrero officiating.
Mrs. Pena was born on April 13, 1976, in Mier Y Noriega, De Nueva Leon, Mexico to Antonio Mireles and Augustina Grimaldo Villasana.
She moved to Brownfield in 1999 and married Arturo Pena on Feb. 27, 1999, in Edinburg. She was a member of El Shaddai Worship Center in Brownfield for more than eight years.
Mrs. Pena is survived by her husband; her daughter--Naftaly Pena; her mother and father; three brothers--Antonio Mireles Grimaldo, Leonel Mireles Grimaldo, and Juan Jose Grimaldo; and three sisters--Martha Laura Mireles, Minerva Mireles Grimaldo, and Maria Del Carmen Mireles.
Brownfield News
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Luz Pena, 31, of Brownfield died Friday, Nov. 17, 2007, in Lubbock. Services were held Wednesday, Nov. 21, at El Shaddai Worship Center with Rev. Genaro Guerrero officiating.
Mrs. Pena was born on April 13, 1976, in Mier Y Noriega, De Nueva Leon, Mexico to Antonio Mireles and Augustina Grimaldo Villasana.
She moved to Brownfield in 1999 and married Arturo Pena on Feb. 27, 1999, in Edinburg. She was a member of El Shaddai Worship Center in Brownfield for more than eight years.
Mrs. Pena is survived by her husband; her daughter--Naftaly Pena; her mother and father; three brothers--Antonio Mireles Grimaldo, Leonel Mireles Grimaldo, and Juan Jose Grimaldo; and three sisters--Martha Laura Mireles, Minerva Mireles Grimaldo, and Maria Del Carmen Mireles.
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Obituary for Noe Adan Peña, Jr.
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Noe Adan Pena Jr., age 50 passed away Wednesday, July 9, 2008, in Lubbock.
A rosary was prayed Friday evening at Mark A. Jones Memorial Chapel in Brownfield. The funeral mass was held Saturday, July 12, at St. Anthony's Catholic Church with Deacon Jose Enrique Jimenez officiating. Burial followed in Brownfield Cemetery.
Mr. Pena was born Sept. 4, 1957, in Littlefield to Adan and Eva Pena. He attended school in Slaton. He moved from Slaton to Plainview and then to Brownfield in 1986.
His family remembers him as a hard-working man who loved his children very much. He would help anyone in need whether he knew them or not. He enjoyed cutting the grass for many of the elderly in Brownfield. He was a Catholic.
Those left to cherish his memories are his parents, Adan Pena Sr. and his wife Louisa of Lubbock; four sons, Ben Zavala of Plainview, Jacob Garcia and Brandon Zavala, both of Lubbock and Justin Tyler Pena of Brownfield; two daughters, Tina Pena Elizondo of Yoakum and Liza Pena of Plainview; his fiance, Reyna Vasquez of Brownfield; two brothers, Abel Pena of Salina, Kansas and Richard Rodriquez of Kyle and one sister, Ann Ryden of Austin. He also leaves 10 grandchildren, five nieces and four nephews. He was preceded in death by his mother in 2007.
Personal services are being provided by Mark A. Jones Funeral Directors of Brownfield.
Brownfield News
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Noe Adan Pena Jr., age 50 passed away Wednesday, July 9, 2008, in Lubbock.
A rosary was prayed Friday evening at Mark A. Jones Memorial Chapel in Brownfield. The funeral mass was held Saturday, July 12, at St. Anthony's Catholic Church with Deacon Jose Enrique Jimenez officiating. Burial followed in Brownfield Cemetery.
Mr. Pena was born Sept. 4, 1957, in Littlefield to Adan and Eva Pena. He attended school in Slaton. He moved from Slaton to Plainview and then to Brownfield in 1986.
His family remembers him as a hard-working man who loved his children very much. He would help anyone in need whether he knew them or not. He enjoyed cutting the grass for many of the elderly in Brownfield. He was a Catholic.
Those left to cherish his memories are his parents, Adan Pena Sr. and his wife Louisa of Lubbock; four sons, Ben Zavala of Plainview, Jacob Garcia and Brandon Zavala, both of Lubbock and Justin Tyler Pena of Brownfield; two daughters, Tina Pena Elizondo of Yoakum and Liza Pena of Plainview; his fiance, Reyna Vasquez of Brownfield; two brothers, Abel Pena of Salina, Kansas and Richard Rodriquez of Kyle and one sister, Ann Ryden of Austin. He also leaves 10 grandchildren, five nieces and four nephews. He was preceded in death by his mother in 2007.
Personal services are being provided by Mark A. Jones Funeral Directors of Brownfield.
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Obituary for Ima Jean Pendergrass
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Ima Jean Pendergrass, 77, of Brownfield passed away on Saturday, Oct. 3, 2009, in Brownfield. Memorial services were held Oct. 5 at Brownfield Church of Christ. Burial followed at Terry County Memorial Cemetery. Ima Jean was born on Jan. 25, 1932, in Hale County to Charlie and Emma Raney. She moved to Brownfield when she was 7, where she attended school.
She married Marvin Pendergrass on Aug. 11, 1948, in Silverton. He preceded her in death on Sept. 1, 1980. She is also preceded in death by her two brothers, Sam Raney in 2008 and Earl Raney in 1944.
Ima Jean is survived by her daughter, Linda Pendergrass of Brownfield; her son, Jim Pendergrass and his wife Kim of Snyder; her granddaughter, Suzie Jean Huddleston and her husband Bobby of Snyder and two sisters, Inez Wilkerson of Brownfield and Wanda Bailey of Burnet.
Brownfield News
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Ima Jean Pendergrass, 77, of Brownfield passed away on Saturday, Oct. 3, 2009, in Brownfield. Memorial services were held Oct. 5 at Brownfield Church of Christ. Burial followed at Terry County Memorial Cemetery. Ima Jean was born on Jan. 25, 1932, in Hale County to Charlie and Emma Raney. She moved to Brownfield when she was 7, where she attended school.
She married Marvin Pendergrass on Aug. 11, 1948, in Silverton. He preceded her in death on Sept. 1, 1980. She is also preceded in death by her two brothers, Sam Raney in 2008 and Earl Raney in 1944.
Ima Jean is survived by her daughter, Linda Pendergrass of Brownfield; her son, Jim Pendergrass and his wife Kim of Snyder; her granddaughter, Suzie Jean Huddleston and her husband Bobby of Snyder and two sisters, Inez Wilkerson of Brownfield and Wanda Bailey of Burnet.
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Obituary for Maurine Pendergrass
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Services for Maurine Pendergrass, 93, of Meadow were held Friday, March 17, in Meadow First Baptist Church with Rev. Ken McClung officiating. Burial was in Meadow Cemetery.
Mrs. Pendergrass died Wednesday, March 15, 2006, in Meadow. She was born February 1, 1913, in Vernon and was married to Carl Louis Pendergrass on September 2, 1933, in Brownfield. He died on June 3, 1991.
Mrs. Pendergrass and her husband farmed in the Meadow area until their retirement in 1976. She was a member of the Meadow First Baptist Church.
She is survived by two sons: Don of Meadow and Jim of Wolfforth; one sister: Alma Jo Meil of Del Rio; seven grandchildren and 14 great-grandchildren.
Brownfield News
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Services for Maurine Pendergrass, 93, of Meadow were held Friday, March 17, in Meadow First Baptist Church with Rev. Ken McClung officiating. Burial was in Meadow Cemetery.
Mrs. Pendergrass died Wednesday, March 15, 2006, in Meadow. She was born February 1, 1913, in Vernon and was married to Carl Louis Pendergrass on September 2, 1933, in Brownfield. He died on June 3, 1991.
Mrs. Pendergrass and her husband farmed in the Meadow area until their retirement in 1976. She was a member of the Meadow First Baptist Church.
She is survived by two sons: Don of Meadow and Jim of Wolfforth; one sister: Alma Jo Meil of Del Rio; seven grandchildren and 14 great-grandchildren.
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Obituary for Loye Penn
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Loye Penn, 72, of Brownfield, passed away on Monday, March 6, 2006, at her residence in Brownfield. She was born Feb. 8, 1934, to Clell and Stella Miller in Southwest City, MO., where she graduated high school. On September 5, 1951, she married Louis Penn in Pineville, MO.
Graveside services were held Friday, March 10, 2006, at Terry County Memorial Cemetery in Brownfield. Branch President Dr. George Manning officiated. Funeral services were provided by Mark A. Jones Funeral Directors.
Survivors include her husband, Louis, of the home; seven sons: Everett, Kenneth, Howard, and David all of Mansfield, MO., and Oscar, Floyd and Adam of Brownfield; three daughters: Ida Kolch of Brownfield and Vickie Davis and Kathryn Church of Lindsey, OK. She also had 5 grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by two daughters, Debbie Lou Penn and Etta Collee Penn.
Brownfield News
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Loye Penn, 72, of Brownfield, passed away on Monday, March 6, 2006, at her residence in Brownfield. She was born Feb. 8, 1934, to Clell and Stella Miller in Southwest City, MO., where she graduated high school. On September 5, 1951, she married Louis Penn in Pineville, MO.
Graveside services were held Friday, March 10, 2006, at Terry County Memorial Cemetery in Brownfield. Branch President Dr. George Manning officiated. Funeral services were provided by Mark A. Jones Funeral Directors.
Survivors include her husband, Louis, of the home; seven sons: Everett, Kenneth, Howard, and David all of Mansfield, MO., and Oscar, Floyd and Adam of Brownfield; three daughters: Ida Kolch of Brownfield and Vickie Davis and Kathryn Church of Lindsey, OK. She also had 5 grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by two daughters, Debbie Lou Penn and Etta Collee Penn.
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Obituary for Bonifacio Perez
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Bonifacio Perez, 57 of Brownfield died Sunday, Nov. 4, 2007, at Covenent Lakeside in Lubbock. Services will be held at Mark A. Jones Memorial Chapel on Thursday, Nov. 8, at 10 a.m. with Brother Brian Fierro officiating.
Mr. Perez was born in Los Fresnos to Porfirio and Brijida Perez on June 11, 1950. On May 7, 1968, he married Berta Cisneros in Weslaco.
He is survived by four sons: Benito Perez of Indiana, Jose Perez of Illinois, Carlos Perez of Lubbock, Rene Perez of Brownfield and four daughters--Stella Davila of San Antonio, Angelita Reyna of Colorado, Anita Trevino of Brownfield, Yolanda Perez of Plainview.
Mr. Perez is also survived by three brothers--Apolito Perez, Federico Perez, of Mexico and Apolonio Perez of Ohio and six sisters: Anita Mares, Esperanza Barron, Margarita Harvison, Juanita Cervantez all of Mexico, Josephine Oliver of Weslaco and Elena Zamora of California; and by 13 grandchildren and one great-grandchild.
He was preceded in death by one daughter--Margarita Perez in 1975 and one brother--Santos Perez in 1998.
Brownfield News
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Bonifacio Perez, 57 of Brownfield died Sunday, Nov. 4, 2007, at Covenent Lakeside in Lubbock. Services will be held at Mark A. Jones Memorial Chapel on Thursday, Nov. 8, at 10 a.m. with Brother Brian Fierro officiating.
Mr. Perez was born in Los Fresnos to Porfirio and Brijida Perez on June 11, 1950. On May 7, 1968, he married Berta Cisneros in Weslaco.
He is survived by four sons: Benito Perez of Indiana, Jose Perez of Illinois, Carlos Perez of Lubbock, Rene Perez of Brownfield and four daughters--Stella Davila of San Antonio, Angelita Reyna of Colorado, Anita Trevino of Brownfield, Yolanda Perez of Plainview.
Mr. Perez is also survived by three brothers--Apolito Perez, Federico Perez, of Mexico and Apolonio Perez of Ohio and six sisters: Anita Mares, Esperanza Barron, Margarita Harvison, Juanita Cervantez all of Mexico, Josephine Oliver of Weslaco and Elena Zamora of California; and by 13 grandchildren and one great-grandchild.
He was preceded in death by one daughter--Margarita Perez in 1975 and one brother--Santos Perez in 1998.
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Obituary for Cipriano N. Perez
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Services for Cipriano N. Perez, 78, of Ulysses, Kans. and formerly of Brownfield were held Saturday, Jan. 5, 2008, at St. Anthony's Catholic Church in Brownfield. Interment was in Brownfield Cemetery with Father Gerald Leatham officiating. Cremation arrangements were under the direction of Mark A. Jones Funeral Directors of Brownfield.
Cipriano was born on Oct. 1, 1929, to Maclovio and Juanita Perez in Beeville.
He is survived by three sons--Cipriano Jr. of Odessa, Joe Luis of Michigan; and David of Austin, and six daughters-- Charlotte Pauda of Brownfield, Irma Ramirez of Ft. Collins, Co; Isabel Chavez of North Carolina, Susie Perez of California, Lydia Martinez of Victoria, and Janie Perez of Seminole. He is also survived by 29 Grandchildren and 40 Great Grandchildren.
Mr. Perez is also survived by five brothers--Locario, Desiderio, Maclovio, Endercio and Jose all of Mexico, and three sisters--Ygnacia, Gloria, and Maria and one aunt Carolina, all of Mexico.
He was preceded in death by his wife and parents; by one brother--Porfirio, four grandchildren and one great-great- grandson.
Brownfield News
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Services for Cipriano N. Perez, 78, of Ulysses, Kans. and formerly of Brownfield were held Saturday, Jan. 5, 2008, at St. Anthony's Catholic Church in Brownfield. Interment was in Brownfield Cemetery with Father Gerald Leatham officiating. Cremation arrangements were under the direction of Mark A. Jones Funeral Directors of Brownfield.
Cipriano was born on Oct. 1, 1929, to Maclovio and Juanita Perez in Beeville.
He is survived by three sons--Cipriano Jr. of Odessa, Joe Luis of Michigan; and David of Austin, and six daughters-- Charlotte Pauda of Brownfield, Irma Ramirez of Ft. Collins, Co; Isabel Chavez of North Carolina, Susie Perez of California, Lydia Martinez of Victoria, and Janie Perez of Seminole. He is also survived by 29 Grandchildren and 40 Great Grandchildren.
Mr. Perez is also survived by five brothers--Locario, Desiderio, Maclovio, Endercio and Jose all of Mexico, and three sisters--Ygnacia, Gloria, and Maria and one aunt Carolina, all of Mexico.
He was preceded in death by his wife and parents; by one brother--Porfirio, four grandchildren and one great-great- grandson.
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Obituary for Edward James Perez
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Services for Edward James Perez, 27, formerly of Brownfield were held at 10 a.m. today, Wednesday, January 10, 2007, at St. Anthony's Catholic Church in Brownfield with Father Gerald Leatham officiating. Interment was in Brownfield Cemetery under the Direction of Brownfield Funeral Home.
Edward was born August 23, 1979, in Brownfield. He passed away Saturday, January 6, 2007, in Lubbock. He graduated from Brownfield High School in 1997 and moved to Lubbock in 2001. He was the Account Manager for Western International Gas and was a member of St. Anthony's Catholic Church.
He is survived by his father, Manuel Perez Jr., and his mother, Rachel Perez, of Brownfield; brothers, Manny Perez of Beaumont and Roland Perez of League City; sisters, Becky Garza of Lubbock, Diana Contreras of Lamesa and Peggy Aguero of Ft. Riley, KS; four nieces, four nephews and a great niece; and girlfriend, Veronica Gallegos of Lubbock.
Brownfield News
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Services for Edward James Perez, 27, formerly of Brownfield were held at 10 a.m. today, Wednesday, January 10, 2007, at St. Anthony's Catholic Church in Brownfield with Father Gerald Leatham officiating. Interment was in Brownfield Cemetery under the Direction of Brownfield Funeral Home.
Edward was born August 23, 1979, in Brownfield. He passed away Saturday, January 6, 2007, in Lubbock. He graduated from Brownfield High School in 1997 and moved to Lubbock in 2001. He was the Account Manager for Western International Gas and was a member of St. Anthony's Catholic Church.
He is survived by his father, Manuel Perez Jr., and his mother, Rachel Perez, of Brownfield; brothers, Manny Perez of Beaumont and Roland Perez of League City; sisters, Becky Garza of Lubbock, Diana Contreras of Lamesa and Peggy Aguero of Ft. Riley, KS; four nieces, four nephews and a great niece; and girlfriend, Veronica Gallegos of Lubbock.
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Obituary for Filomena Perez
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Filomena Perez, age 81 went to be with the Lord on Friday, August 31, 2012, in Brownfield. Funeral Services for Mrs. Perez will be 10:00 A.M., Tuesday, September 4, 2012, at Mark A Jones Memorial Chapel with Chaplain Bill Starcher officiating. Personal services have been entrusted to Mark A Jones Funeral Directors of Brownfield.
Mrs. Perez was born July 5, 1931, to Jose and Carlota Martinez in Alice, Texas. Filomena moved back to the Brownfield area in 2012 from Pflugerville, Texas where she worked as a Nurses aid at the Pflugerville Nursing home.
Filomena is remembered by her family as a humble person who loved and cared for everyone. Emma was a very hard worker and a very giving person. She enjoyed watching Spanish soaps on television and collecting butterflies. She loved to cook and knit in her free time.
Those left to cherish her memories are Husband: Herberto G. Perez of the home; 4 Sons: Ruben Rivera of Austin, Joe Lopez and wife Nora and Rudy San Miguel both of Corpus Christi and Herbert Perez, Jr. and wife Elizabeth of Flower Mound; 2 Daughters: Rosa Benitez of Austin and Norma Perez of Pflugerville; 1 Brother: Frank Martinez of Corpus Christi and 5 Sisters: Vicky Segura, Rosa Luis and Aucencia Davila all of Corpus Christi, Blanche Trissel of San Antonio and Lupe Garcia of Abernathy.
She also leaves behind 11 Grandchildren and 7 Great-Grandchildren.
Mrs. Perez is preceded in death by her parents, 2 Sons, 1 Daughter, 2 Brothers and 1 Sister.
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Filomena Perez, age 81 went to be with the Lord on Friday, August 31, 2012, in Brownfield. Funeral Services for Mrs. Perez will be 10:00 A.M., Tuesday, September 4, 2012, at Mark A Jones Memorial Chapel with Chaplain Bill Starcher officiating. Personal services have been entrusted to Mark A Jones Funeral Directors of Brownfield.
Mrs. Perez was born July 5, 1931, to Jose and Carlota Martinez in Alice, Texas. Filomena moved back to the Brownfield area in 2012 from Pflugerville, Texas where she worked as a Nurses aid at the Pflugerville Nursing home.
Filomena is remembered by her family as a humble person who loved and cared for everyone. Emma was a very hard worker and a very giving person. She enjoyed watching Spanish soaps on television and collecting butterflies. She loved to cook and knit in her free time.
Those left to cherish her memories are Husband: Herberto G. Perez of the home; 4 Sons: Ruben Rivera of Austin, Joe Lopez and wife Nora and Rudy San Miguel both of Corpus Christi and Herbert Perez, Jr. and wife Elizabeth of Flower Mound; 2 Daughters: Rosa Benitez of Austin and Norma Perez of Pflugerville; 1 Brother: Frank Martinez of Corpus Christi and 5 Sisters: Vicky Segura, Rosa Luis and Aucencia Davila all of Corpus Christi, Blanche Trissel of San Antonio and Lupe Garcia of Abernathy.
She also leaves behind 11 Grandchildren and 7 Great-Grandchildren.
Mrs. Perez is preceded in death by her parents, 2 Sons, 1 Daughter, 2 Brothers and 1 Sister.
Obituary for Louisa DeLeon Perez
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Louisa DeLeon Perez, age 61, passed from this life on Friday, April 20, 2012, in Brownfield.
Visitation for Mrs. Perez will be Monday, April 23, 2012, from 10:00 A.M to 8:00 P.M. Prayer Service will be at 6:00 P.M., Monday, April 23, 2012, at Mark A Jones Memorial Chapel. Funeral service will be held on Tuesday, April 24, 2012, at 2:00 P.M. at Templo Betel with Pastor Santos Gamez officiating. Burial will follow at Brownfield Cemetery in Brownfield. These services have been entrusted to Mark A. Jones Funeral Directors of Brownfield.
Mrs. Perez was born on October 6, 1950, to Avelino and Juanita DeLeon in Meadow, Texas. She married Elias (Leo) Perez on October 6, 2000, in Brownfield, Texas.
Her family remembers how much fun she had playing cars with the grandchildren, family get togethers and going to the Casino. She often spoke of how great it was to raise her grand daughter Mercedes and great Grandson Bryden Lee.
Those left to cherish her memories are: her husband Leo of the home; 3 Sons: Simon Antonio Saldana of Big Springs, Manuel Saldana of Dodge City, Kansas and Robert Lee Alvarado of Garden City, Kansas: 3 Daughters: Denise Rodriguez and Mary Ellen Saldana of Brownfield and Lisa Enriquez of Garden City, Kansas; 3 Brothers: Alfred Flores and Avelino DeLeon, Jr. both of Brownfield and Edward Flores of Portland, Oregon and 2 Sisters: Gloria Rivera of Brownfield and Janie Deleon of Dodge City, Kansas. She also leaves behind 22 Grandchildren and 27 ½ Great-Grandchildren.
She is preceded in death by parents: Avelino and Juanita DeLeon and 1 Sister: Mary Lou DeLeon.
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Louisa DeLeon Perez, age 61, passed from this life on Friday, April 20, 2012, in Brownfield.
Visitation for Mrs. Perez will be Monday, April 23, 2012, from 10:00 A.M to 8:00 P.M. Prayer Service will be at 6:00 P.M., Monday, April 23, 2012, at Mark A Jones Memorial Chapel. Funeral service will be held on Tuesday, April 24, 2012, at 2:00 P.M. at Templo Betel with Pastor Santos Gamez officiating. Burial will follow at Brownfield Cemetery in Brownfield. These services have been entrusted to Mark A. Jones Funeral Directors of Brownfield.
Mrs. Perez was born on October 6, 1950, to Avelino and Juanita DeLeon in Meadow, Texas. She married Elias (Leo) Perez on October 6, 2000, in Brownfield, Texas.
Her family remembers how much fun she had playing cars with the grandchildren, family get togethers and going to the Casino. She often spoke of how great it was to raise her grand daughter Mercedes and great Grandson Bryden Lee.
Those left to cherish her memories are: her husband Leo of the home; 3 Sons: Simon Antonio Saldana of Big Springs, Manuel Saldana of Dodge City, Kansas and Robert Lee Alvarado of Garden City, Kansas: 3 Daughters: Denise Rodriguez and Mary Ellen Saldana of Brownfield and Lisa Enriquez of Garden City, Kansas; 3 Brothers: Alfred Flores and Avelino DeLeon, Jr. both of Brownfield and Edward Flores of Portland, Oregon and 2 Sisters: Gloria Rivera of Brownfield and Janie Deleon of Dodge City, Kansas. She also leaves behind 22 Grandchildren and 27 ½ Great-Grandchildren.
She is preceded in death by parents: Avelino and Juanita DeLeon and 1 Sister: Mary Lou DeLeon.
Obituary for Marcelino Perez, III
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Services for Marcelino Perez, III, 27, of Brownfield were held at 10 a.m. Wednesday, November 24, 2010, at Calvary Baptist Church with Rev. Don Ragland officiating. Burial was in the Brownfield Cemetery under the direction of Brownfield Funeral Home.
Marcelino passed away Sunday, November 21, 2010, in Brownfield. He was born November 17, 1983, in Lamesa and attended Brownfield Schools. He is preceded in death by his father, Lester Edmond Warren in 2009.
Marcelino is survived by two children, Abryana Perez and Aaron Perez; his mother, Virginia Warren; three sisters, Chistina Cruz, Amy Sifuentez and Amber Warren; four brothers, Nathaniel Perez, Adolfo Perez, Febain Rivera and Lester Warren Jr.; grandparents, Adolfo and Evangelina Cruz; and two great grandmothers, Magdelena Sepeda and Margarita Cruz.
Brownfield News
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Services for Marcelino Perez, III, 27, of Brownfield were held at 10 a.m. Wednesday, November 24, 2010, at Calvary Baptist Church with Rev. Don Ragland officiating. Burial was in the Brownfield Cemetery under the direction of Brownfield Funeral Home.
Marcelino passed away Sunday, November 21, 2010, in Brownfield. He was born November 17, 1983, in Lamesa and attended Brownfield Schools. He is preceded in death by his father, Lester Edmond Warren in 2009.
Marcelino is survived by two children, Abryana Perez and Aaron Perez; his mother, Virginia Warren; three sisters, Chistina Cruz, Amy Sifuentez and Amber Warren; four brothers, Nathaniel Perez, Adolfo Perez, Febain Rivera and Lester Warren Jr.; grandparents, Adolfo and Evangelina Cruz; and two great grandmothers, Magdelena Sepeda and Margarita Cruz.
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Obituary for Minerva DeAnda Perez
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Minerva DeAnda Perez, 84, passed from this life on Tuesday, March 27, 2012 in Brownfield. Services for Ms. Perez were held at 10 a.m. Saturday, March 31, 2012, at St. Anthony's Catholic Church in Brownfield with Celebrant Father Gerald Leatham officiating.
Ms. Perez was born May 18, 1927, to Candido and Maria DeAnda in Alfred. She married the love of her life, Felix Perez Sr., on February 12, 1945, in Mathis. He preceded her in death on September 6, 1990.
Ms. Perez loved to quilt and was a seamstress. She enjoyed gardening and decorating. She loved coffee and to dance and to joke. She was very well respected and was deep in her religion. She was a good mom. She loved her novellas. She was loved by everyone, and they called her "Ama."
Those left to cherish her memories are one son, Redolfo D. Perez and wife Mario of Brownfield; three daughters: Janie Villarreal of Brownfield, Cyndi Perez of Lubbock and Dora Lisa Hernandez and husband ken of Hondo; one brother, Raul DeAnda of Alice; three sisters, Elida Moreno and Clara DeAnda, both of Bakersfield, Calif., and Enedina D. Bernal of Orange Grove.
Also left behind are 34 grandchildren, 75 great-grandchildren and two great-great-grandchildren.
She is preceded in death by her parents; one daughter: Maria Elda Ritz; three sons, Pedro Perez, Felix Perez Jr. and Ricardo Perez; three brothers and one great-grandson.
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Minerva DeAnda Perez, 84, passed from this life on Tuesday, March 27, 2012 in Brownfield. Services for Ms. Perez were held at 10 a.m. Saturday, March 31, 2012, at St. Anthony's Catholic Church in Brownfield with Celebrant Father Gerald Leatham officiating.
Ms. Perez was born May 18, 1927, to Candido and Maria DeAnda in Alfred. She married the love of her life, Felix Perez Sr., on February 12, 1945, in Mathis. He preceded her in death on September 6, 1990.
Ms. Perez loved to quilt and was a seamstress. She enjoyed gardening and decorating. She loved coffee and to dance and to joke. She was very well respected and was deep in her religion. She was a good mom. She loved her novellas. She was loved by everyone, and they called her "Ama."
Those left to cherish her memories are one son, Redolfo D. Perez and wife Mario of Brownfield; three daughters: Janie Villarreal of Brownfield, Cyndi Perez of Lubbock and Dora Lisa Hernandez and husband ken of Hondo; one brother, Raul DeAnda of Alice; three sisters, Elida Moreno and Clara DeAnda, both of Bakersfield, Calif., and Enedina D. Bernal of Orange Grove.
Also left behind are 34 grandchildren, 75 great-grandchildren and two great-great-grandchildren.
She is preceded in death by her parents; one daughter: Maria Elda Ritz; three sons, Pedro Perez, Felix Perez Jr. and Ricardo Perez; three brothers and one great-grandson.
Obituary for Victor Perez, Jr.
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Services for Victor Perez, Jr., 44, of Hugoton, Kan. were held Thursday, Oct. 19, in St. Anthony's Catholic Church in Brownfield with Rev. Gerald Leatham officiating. Burial was in Brownfield Cemetery.
Mr. Perez died Monday, Oct. 16, 2006 in Higoton, Kan. He was born April 14, 1962 in Brownfield to Victor and Maria Perez. He attended school in Brownfield. He moved to Kansas in 1972. He was a member of St. Anthony's Catholic Church and was preceded in death by his father and one brother, Manuel.
Mr. Perez is survived by two sons---Victor, III of Fort Worth and Jeffrey of Hugoton and four daughters---Lisa Perez of Fort Worth; Christy Perez and Clarrisa Perez, both of Hugoton and Susie Lopez Jones of Canyon.
He is also survived by his mother---Maria Perez of Hugoton; two brothers---Robert of Ozona and Pete of Hugoton and one sister---Lydia Garza of Hugoton. Mr. Perez is also survived by four grandchildren. Pallbearers were family and friends.
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Services for Victor Perez, Jr., 44, of Hugoton, Kan. were held Thursday, Oct. 19, in St. Anthony's Catholic Church in Brownfield with Rev. Gerald Leatham officiating. Burial was in Brownfield Cemetery.
Mr. Perez died Monday, Oct. 16, 2006 in Higoton, Kan. He was born April 14, 1962 in Brownfield to Victor and Maria Perez. He attended school in Brownfield. He moved to Kansas in 1972. He was a member of St. Anthony's Catholic Church and was preceded in death by his father and one brother, Manuel.
Mr. Perez is survived by two sons---Victor, III of Fort Worth and Jeffrey of Hugoton and four daughters---Lisa Perez of Fort Worth; Christy Perez and Clarrisa Perez, both of Hugoton and Susie Lopez Jones of Canyon.
He is also survived by his mother---Maria Perez of Hugoton; two brothers---Robert of Ozona and Pete of Hugoton and one sister---Lydia Garza of Hugoton. Mr. Perez is also survived by four grandchildren. Pallbearers were family and friends.
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Obituary for Martha Lee Pettigrew
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Memorial services for Martha Lee Pettigrew, 86, formerly of Brownfield will be at 11 a.m., Friday, July 23, 2010, at Brownfield First Baptist Church with Rev. Ken Flowers of Kingsland officiating. Burial will be in Terry County Cemetery under the direction of Brownfield Funeral Home.
The family will receive visitors from 6-8 p.m. Thursday, July 22, at the Fulford Barn on Pecan Drive.
Martha passed away on Sunday, July 11, 2010, in Katy, TX. She was born May 31, 1924, in Long Beach, CA. to Willie and Verna Polk and graduated from Slaton High School.
Martha married Tom C. Pettigrew on June 21, 1944, in Slaton, Texas. He preceded her in death on August 18, 1993. They moved to Brownfield in 1946, where they farmed until 1959. She worked at Ruth's Beauty Shop for 15 years. They owned and operated the Gulf Service Station in Brownfield and then Tom's Conoco and Distributorship from 1967 until retiring in 1983.
She was a past board member of the Terry County Cemetery Association and was an active member of the Challis Home Demonstration Club for more than 50 years until moving to Houston. She was a member of Bear Creek Baptist Church of Katy and former member of First Baptist Church of Brownfield.
Martha is also preceded in death by a son, Larry Dale in 1973; 4 brothers Bert, Donald, Wayne Polk and Harley Patterson and a sister Billie Hennington.
Survivors include her son, Tom C. Pettigrew, Jr. and wife Mary of Houston; a grand-daughter, Pebble Dawson and husband Michael of Lubbock; great grandchildren, Jaci and Swayde Roberts and Mason and Mallori Dawson.
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Memorial services for Martha Lee Pettigrew, 86, formerly of Brownfield will be at 11 a.m., Friday, July 23, 2010, at Brownfield First Baptist Church with Rev. Ken Flowers of Kingsland officiating. Burial will be in Terry County Cemetery under the direction of Brownfield Funeral Home.
The family will receive visitors from 6-8 p.m. Thursday, July 22, at the Fulford Barn on Pecan Drive.
Martha passed away on Sunday, July 11, 2010, in Katy, TX. She was born May 31, 1924, in Long Beach, CA. to Willie and Verna Polk and graduated from Slaton High School.
Martha married Tom C. Pettigrew on June 21, 1944, in Slaton, Texas. He preceded her in death on August 18, 1993. They moved to Brownfield in 1946, where they farmed until 1959. She worked at Ruth's Beauty Shop for 15 years. They owned and operated the Gulf Service Station in Brownfield and then Tom's Conoco and Distributorship from 1967 until retiring in 1983.
She was a past board member of the Terry County Cemetery Association and was an active member of the Challis Home Demonstration Club for more than 50 years until moving to Houston. She was a member of Bear Creek Baptist Church of Katy and former member of First Baptist Church of Brownfield.
Martha is also preceded in death by a son, Larry Dale in 1973; 4 brothers Bert, Donald, Wayne Polk and Harley Patterson and a sister Billie Hennington.
Survivors include her son, Tom C. Pettigrew, Jr. and wife Mary of Houston; a grand-daughter, Pebble Dawson and husband Michael of Lubbock; great grandchildren, Jaci and Swayde Roberts and Mason and Mallori Dawson.
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Obituary for Eula Mae Phillips
submitted by Edgle Dyer Eula Mae Phillips, 93, passed away Friday, November 26, 2010, in a Lubbock hospital.
Funeral services were held at 2 p.m. Tuesday, November 30, at Calvary Baptist Church with Rev. Steve Carter officiating. Burial followed in Terry County Memorial Cemetery under the direction of Brownfield Funeral Home. The family received visitors from 6-8 p.m. Monday at the funeral home.
Eula was born February 25, 1917, to Walter and Nora Jones in Jacksboro. She was raised with 10 siblings. "Granny" as she was known to her family, worked from a young age in the family farm, learning the value of family and hard work. She attended school in the Harmony community.
Granny married Jimmy Norris Phillips on May 11, 1935, in Brownfield. She worked in the Wellman school cafeteria, a steam laundry in Brownfield and as an Avon representative and a home-maker.
She was preceded in death by her husband, two brothers and two sisters.
She is survived by two daughters, Barbara Evans and her husband Leroy of Amarillo and Melba McKee and her husband Bill of Brownfield: six grandchildren, Marla Powers and her husband Jimmy of Wellman, Sherry Holcomb and her husband Rick of Denver, Colo., Angie Taylor and her husband Russell of Brownfield, Glenna Ervin and her husband David of Edmond, Okla., Janet Johnson and her husband Johnny of Conroe, and Russ McKee and his wife Shannon of Brownfield; 17 great grandchildren; six great-great grandchildren; three brothers and three. sisters.
Granny's legacy is best remembered by one of her favorite Bible verses; Corinthians 13:13 "And now abideth faith, hope and love, these three, but the greatest of these is love."
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submitted by Edgle Dyer Eula Mae Phillips, 93, passed away Friday, November 26, 2010, in a Lubbock hospital.
Funeral services were held at 2 p.m. Tuesday, November 30, at Calvary Baptist Church with Rev. Steve Carter officiating. Burial followed in Terry County Memorial Cemetery under the direction of Brownfield Funeral Home. The family received visitors from 6-8 p.m. Monday at the funeral home.
Eula was born February 25, 1917, to Walter and Nora Jones in Jacksboro. She was raised with 10 siblings. "Granny" as she was known to her family, worked from a young age in the family farm, learning the value of family and hard work. She attended school in the Harmony community.
Granny married Jimmy Norris Phillips on May 11, 1935, in Brownfield. She worked in the Wellman school cafeteria, a steam laundry in Brownfield and as an Avon representative and a home-maker.
She was preceded in death by her husband, two brothers and two sisters.
She is survived by two daughters, Barbara Evans and her husband Leroy of Amarillo and Melba McKee and her husband Bill of Brownfield: six grandchildren, Marla Powers and her husband Jimmy of Wellman, Sherry Holcomb and her husband Rick of Denver, Colo., Angie Taylor and her husband Russell of Brownfield, Glenna Ervin and her husband David of Edmond, Okla., Janet Johnson and her husband Johnny of Conroe, and Russ McKee and his wife Shannon of Brownfield; 17 great grandchildren; six great-great grandchildren; three brothers and three. sisters.
Granny's legacy is best remembered by one of her favorite Bible verses; Corinthians 13:13 "And now abideth faith, hope and love, these three, but the greatest of these is love."
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Obituary for Jack Ray Phillips
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Jack Ray Phillips, 58, passed away Wednesday, May 13, 2009, at his residence in Brownfield.
Memorial services for Mr. Phillips will be held at 2 p.m. Monday, May 18 at Mark A. Jones Memorial Chapel in Brownfield. Personel services are under the direction of Mark Jones Funeral Directors of Brownfield.
Mr. Phillips was born March 13, 1951, to Charlie and Euphronicous in Memphis, Texas. Jack went to school in California, moved to Brownfield in 1974. He married Donna Grimes on Jan. 1, 1976, in Brownfield.
He is survived by ex-wife Donna Phillips of Brownfield; two sons, Joshua Phillips and Christopher Phillips, both of Brownfield; one daughter, Amanda Dymale and husband Wayne of New Braunfels; three brothers, Ross Phillips of Lubbock, Paul Phillips of Early and Jerry Phillips of Marble Falls; one sister, Shirley Baker of Brownfield. He also leaves behind two grandchildren.
He is preceded in death by his parents and two brothers, Charles Phillips and Bob Phillips.
Family request that in lieu of flowers that memorials be made to City of Brownfield Animal Shelter at 201 W. Broadway, Brownfield, Texas 79316.
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Jack Ray Phillips, 58, passed away Wednesday, May 13, 2009, at his residence in Brownfield.
Memorial services for Mr. Phillips will be held at 2 p.m. Monday, May 18 at Mark A. Jones Memorial Chapel in Brownfield. Personel services are under the direction of Mark Jones Funeral Directors of Brownfield.
Mr. Phillips was born March 13, 1951, to Charlie and Euphronicous in Memphis, Texas. Jack went to school in California, moved to Brownfield in 1974. He married Donna Grimes on Jan. 1, 1976, in Brownfield.
He is survived by ex-wife Donna Phillips of Brownfield; two sons, Joshua Phillips and Christopher Phillips, both of Brownfield; one daughter, Amanda Dymale and husband Wayne of New Braunfels; three brothers, Ross Phillips of Lubbock, Paul Phillips of Early and Jerry Phillips of Marble Falls; one sister, Shirley Baker of Brownfield. He also leaves behind two grandchildren.
He is preceded in death by his parents and two brothers, Charles Phillips and Bob Phillips.
Family request that in lieu of flowers that memorials be made to City of Brownfield Animal Shelter at 201 W. Broadway, Brownfield, Texas 79316.
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Obituary for Mary Laverne Phillips
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Services for Mary Laverne Phillips, 84, of Brownfield will be at 3 p.m., Wednesday, Nov. 12, at First Baptist Church with Rev. Jon Patrick and Rev. Clarence Branch officiating. Burial will follow in Terry County Memorial Cemetery under the direction of Brownfield Funeral Home.
Laverne went to be with her Heavenly Father on Sunday, Nov. 9, 2008, in Lubbock. She was born Jan. 12, 1924, in Haskell County to Rupert Earl and Clemma E. McNiel. She moved with her family to Terry County in 1927 and graduated from Union High School in 1940.
Laverne married Troy "Pete" Hubert Phillips on April 29, 1944, in Clovis, N.M. She taught school in the 1940's and 1950's in Union and Gomez. Laverne was a strong Christian woman. For over 40 years she taught Sunday School and GA's along with serving as the secretary at Union Baptist Church. After retiring from farming in the Union community, she and her husband moved to Brownfield. She was a member of Immanuel Baptist Church. Lavern is preceded in death by a great- grandson.
Pallbearers will be Bobby Faught, Dickie Faught, Kermit Shults, Ronnie Floyd, Thomas Cargill and Mike Swain.
Laverne is survived by her husband, Troy "Pete" Phillips, of Brownfield; two daughters, Kay Givens and her husband Dennis of Midland and Ann Anderson and her husband Bill of Lockney; two sons, Tommy Phillips and his wife Dee of Seminole and Tony Phillips and his wife Madonna of Brownfield; a sister, Billie Faught of Brownfield; nine grandchildren and five great-grandchildren.
Online condolences may be sent to www.BrownfieldFuneralHome.com.
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Services for Mary Laverne Phillips, 84, of Brownfield will be at 3 p.m., Wednesday, Nov. 12, at First Baptist Church with Rev. Jon Patrick and Rev. Clarence Branch officiating. Burial will follow in Terry County Memorial Cemetery under the direction of Brownfield Funeral Home.
Laverne went to be with her Heavenly Father on Sunday, Nov. 9, 2008, in Lubbock. She was born Jan. 12, 1924, in Haskell County to Rupert Earl and Clemma E. McNiel. She moved with her family to Terry County in 1927 and graduated from Union High School in 1940.
Laverne married Troy "Pete" Hubert Phillips on April 29, 1944, in Clovis, N.M. She taught school in the 1940's and 1950's in Union and Gomez. Laverne was a strong Christian woman. For over 40 years she taught Sunday School and GA's along with serving as the secretary at Union Baptist Church. After retiring from farming in the Union community, she and her husband moved to Brownfield. She was a member of Immanuel Baptist Church. Lavern is preceded in death by a great- grandson.
Pallbearers will be Bobby Faught, Dickie Faught, Kermit Shults, Ronnie Floyd, Thomas Cargill and Mike Swain.
Laverne is survived by her husband, Troy "Pete" Phillips, of Brownfield; two daughters, Kay Givens and her husband Dennis of Midland and Ann Anderson and her husband Bill of Lockney; two sons, Tommy Phillips and his wife Dee of Seminole and Tony Phillips and his wife Madonna of Brownfield; a sister, Billie Faught of Brownfield; nine grandchildren and five great-grandchildren.
Online condolences may be sent to www.BrownfieldFuneralHome.com.
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Obituary for Paula Phillips
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Paula Phillips, 69, of Lubbock passed away February 12, 2012. Services for Mrs. Phillips were held at 2 p.m. Tuesday, February 14, 2012, at the Terry County Memorial Cemetery.
Paula was born on July 15, 1942, in Rosebud to Melvern and Pauline West. She graduated from Brownfield High School. Paula and Bob Phillips were united in marriage in November of 1961.
Paula is survived by her two sons, Gregg Phillips of Brownfield and Bobby Lynn Phillips of Quitague; four brothers, Melvin West of Meadow, Gary west of Gomez, Danny West of Dumas and Byron West of Brownfield; two sisters, Donna Moore of Lubbock and Debbie Parmer of Texico, N.M.; three grandchildren, Jolie Phillips of Brownfield, Kelby Phillips of Idaho Falls, Idaho and Autumn Phillips of Lubbock.
She is preceded in death by her husband, Bob Phillips and her parents, Melvern and Pauline West.
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Paula Phillips, 69, of Lubbock passed away February 12, 2012. Services for Mrs. Phillips were held at 2 p.m. Tuesday, February 14, 2012, at the Terry County Memorial Cemetery.
Paula was born on July 15, 1942, in Rosebud to Melvern and Pauline West. She graduated from Brownfield High School. Paula and Bob Phillips were united in marriage in November of 1961.
Paula is survived by her two sons, Gregg Phillips of Brownfield and Bobby Lynn Phillips of Quitague; four brothers, Melvin West of Meadow, Gary west of Gomez, Danny West of Dumas and Byron West of Brownfield; two sisters, Donna Moore of Lubbock and Debbie Parmer of Texico, N.M.; three grandchildren, Jolie Phillips of Brownfield, Kelby Phillips of Idaho Falls, Idaho and Autumn Phillips of Lubbock.
She is preceded in death by her husband, Bob Phillips and her parents, Melvern and Pauline West.
Obituary for Frederick Matthew Pickett
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Services for Frederick Matthew Pickett, 67, of Brownfield will be at 2pm, Friday, January 14, 2011, at Calvary Baptist Church with Rev. Steve Carter officiating. Burial will be in Terry County Memorial Cemetery under the direction of Brownfield Funeral Home.
Freddie passed away Wednesday, January 12, 2011, in Brownfield. He was born January 2, 1944, in Brownfield to Alvis T. and Kathleen Pickett. He graduated from Brownfield High School. He then attended South Plains College in Levelland. Freddie married Serah Elizabeth Dodson on July 6, 1971, in Lubbock. She preceded him in death on September 2, 1979. He was a member of the Lions Club for a short time and a member of Calvary Baptist Church. He loved his church family and singing with the choir.
Freddie is survived by a daughter, Ruby Lois Hildreth and husband Ian of Pearl City, Hawaii; a son, Danny Pickett of Brownfield; a brother, Herbie Pickett and wife Sharon of Brownfield; 4 grandchildren, A.J. and Emily Hildreth, Trinity and Cloe Pickett; 3 nieces, Rita Todd of Brownfield, Latrice Allison and husband Ricky of Brownfield, and Wanda Hall and husband Kevin of Bryan; many great nieces and nephews.
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Services for Frederick Matthew Pickett, 67, of Brownfield will be at 2pm, Friday, January 14, 2011, at Calvary Baptist Church with Rev. Steve Carter officiating. Burial will be in Terry County Memorial Cemetery under the direction of Brownfield Funeral Home.
Freddie passed away Wednesday, January 12, 2011, in Brownfield. He was born January 2, 1944, in Brownfield to Alvis T. and Kathleen Pickett. He graduated from Brownfield High School. He then attended South Plains College in Levelland. Freddie married Serah Elizabeth Dodson on July 6, 1971, in Lubbock. She preceded him in death on September 2, 1979. He was a member of the Lions Club for a short time and a member of Calvary Baptist Church. He loved his church family and singing with the choir.
Freddie is survived by a daughter, Ruby Lois Hildreth and husband Ian of Pearl City, Hawaii; a son, Danny Pickett of Brownfield; a brother, Herbie Pickett and wife Sharon of Brownfield; 4 grandchildren, A.J. and Emily Hildreth, Trinity and Cloe Pickett; 3 nieces, Rita Todd of Brownfield, Latrice Allison and husband Ricky of Brownfield, and Wanda Hall and husband Kevin of Bryan; many great nieces and nephews.
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Obituary for Kathleen Perry Pickett
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Services for Kathleen Perry Pickett, 87, of Brownfield were held Monday, Sept. 4, in Calvary Baptist Church with Rev. Steve Carter officiating. Burial was in Terry County Memorial Cemetery.
She was born March 8, 1919 in Tye and was married to Alvis T. Pickett on May 23, 1937 in Brownfield. She moved to Brownfield with her family in 1924 and graduated from Brownfield High School in 1937. She was a deaconess and active member of the First Presbyterian Church.
She was an adult leader of the Cub Scouts, 4-H, PTA and Band Parents. She also had been employed as a store clerk, managed a shoe store, and was employed as a bookkeeper, seamstress and home service caretaker. She retired in 1980. She served as Noble Grand for the Brownfield Rebakah Lodge #56 in 1990-91.She also raised two grandchildren.
She is survived by two sons---Herbie and his wife--Sharon and Freddie, all of Brownfield; one sister---Mabel Warren of Rotan and by five grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband; two sisters---Lena Bryant and Lavern White; one daughter in law---Elizabeth Pickett and one brother---David Perry. Family members served as pallbearers.
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Services for Kathleen Perry Pickett, 87, of Brownfield were held Monday, Sept. 4, in Calvary Baptist Church with Rev. Steve Carter officiating. Burial was in Terry County Memorial Cemetery.
She was born March 8, 1919 in Tye and was married to Alvis T. Pickett on May 23, 1937 in Brownfield. She moved to Brownfield with her family in 1924 and graduated from Brownfield High School in 1937. She was a deaconess and active member of the First Presbyterian Church.
She was an adult leader of the Cub Scouts, 4-H, PTA and Band Parents. She also had been employed as a store clerk, managed a shoe store, and was employed as a bookkeeper, seamstress and home service caretaker. She retired in 1980. She served as Noble Grand for the Brownfield Rebakah Lodge #56 in 1990-91.She also raised two grandchildren.
She is survived by two sons---Herbie and his wife--Sharon and Freddie, all of Brownfield; one sister---Mabel Warren of Rotan and by five grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband; two sisters---Lena Bryant and Lavern White; one daughter in law---Elizabeth Pickett and one brother---David Perry. Family members served as pallbearers.
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Obituary for Lloyd T. Pickett
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Services for Lloyd T. Pickett, 91, of Brownfield were held at 10:30 am, Wednesday, Aug. 20 at Brownfield Funeral Home Memorial Chapel with Don McWhorter officiating. Burial was in Terry County Memorial Cemetery under the direction of Brownfield Funeral Home.
Lloyd passed away Sunday, Aug. 17. 2008, in Lubbock. He was born April 20, 1917, to Ramon Ivey and Veta Nancy Pickett in Sulphur Springs and moved to Terry County in 1932. He was a World War II Army Veteran.
He married Irene McElroy, April 13, 1946, in Brownfield. She preceded him in death on March 20, 1988. He was also preceded in death by two sisters.
Lloyd is survived by his sons, Larry and his wife, Madeline, and Raymond and his wife, Susan, all of Brownfield; three grandchildren, Mandi Boland and husband Carl of Lubbock, Beau Pickett and wife Randi of Conroe and Rusty Pickett of Brownfield; four great-grandchildren, Taylor and Bryson Pickett of Brownfield and Hailee and Camdyn Boland.
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Services for Lloyd T. Pickett, 91, of Brownfield were held at 10:30 am, Wednesday, Aug. 20 at Brownfield Funeral Home Memorial Chapel with Don McWhorter officiating. Burial was in Terry County Memorial Cemetery under the direction of Brownfield Funeral Home.
Lloyd passed away Sunday, Aug. 17. 2008, in Lubbock. He was born April 20, 1917, to Ramon Ivey and Veta Nancy Pickett in Sulphur Springs and moved to Terry County in 1932. He was a World War II Army Veteran.
He married Irene McElroy, April 13, 1946, in Brownfield. She preceded him in death on March 20, 1988. He was also preceded in death by two sisters.
Lloyd is survived by his sons, Larry and his wife, Madeline, and Raymond and his wife, Susan, all of Brownfield; three grandchildren, Mandi Boland and husband Carl of Lubbock, Beau Pickett and wife Randi of Conroe and Rusty Pickett of Brownfield; four great-grandchildren, Taylor and Bryson Pickett of Brownfield and Hailee and Camdyn Boland.
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Obituary for Tommy J. Pinkston
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Services for Tommy J. Pinkston, 76, of Brownfield will be at 10 a.m. Tuesday, March 1, 2011, at Brownfield Funeral Home Chapel with Pastor Chris Downer officiating. Burial will be in Terry County Memorial Cemetery under the direction of Brownfield Funeral Home.
The family will receive visitors from 6-7 p.m. Monday, February 28, at the funeral home.
Tommy passed away Thursday, February 24, 2011, in Lubbock. He was born February 8, 1935, in Tyronza, Arkansas to Kernel L. and Edna Lucille Pinkston. He graduated from MISCO High School in 1953.
He joined the U.S. Air Force on July 19, 1954 and retired from that service after 30 years. He married Victoria Mickey Starnes on May 15, 1981, in Shertz, Texas.
Tommy is survived by his wife and best friend, Mickey, of Brownfield; a daughter, Rebecca Lee Monroe of Kingwood; a step-son, Samuel Skinner of Norman, Okla.; four grandchildren and six great grandchildren.
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Services for Tommy J. Pinkston, 76, of Brownfield will be at 10 a.m. Tuesday, March 1, 2011, at Brownfield Funeral Home Chapel with Pastor Chris Downer officiating. Burial will be in Terry County Memorial Cemetery under the direction of Brownfield Funeral Home.
The family will receive visitors from 6-7 p.m. Monday, February 28, at the funeral home.
Tommy passed away Thursday, February 24, 2011, in Lubbock. He was born February 8, 1935, in Tyronza, Arkansas to Kernel L. and Edna Lucille Pinkston. He graduated from MISCO High School in 1953.
He joined the U.S. Air Force on July 19, 1954 and retired from that service after 30 years. He married Victoria Mickey Starnes on May 15, 1981, in Shertz, Texas.
Tommy is survived by his wife and best friend, Mickey, of Brownfield; a daughter, Rebecca Lee Monroe of Kingwood; a step-son, Samuel Skinner of Norman, Okla.; four grandchildren and six great grandchildren.
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Obituary for Lecie Elizabeth Pippin Rhoades
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Funeral services for Lecie Elizabeth Pippin Rhoades , 87, will be at 9 a.m. Thursday at Taylor Street Church of Christ with Dee A. Cochran officiating.
Visitation will be from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. Wednesday at Chapel of Hope Funeral Home. A viewing will be held from 2-3 p.m. Thursday at Brownfield Funeral Home with a 4 p.m. Burial at Terry County Memorial Cemetary. Arrangements are under the direction of Chapel of Hope Funeral Home.
Mrs. Rhoades died November 28, 2009, at Lea Regional Hospital in Hobbs, N.M. She was born July 11, 1922, in Gause and raised in Union. She married Elmore "Dusty" Rhoades June 29, 2001, in Hobbs. She was a member of Taylor Street Church of Christ.
Lecie is survived by her husband, Elmore, of Hobbs; four sons, Alfred Pippin and his wife Bea of Tokio, Sidney Pippin and wife Dian of Denver City, Mike Pippin and wife Marie of Goldsmith and Billy Rhoades of Santa Fe, N.M.; three daughters, Sherri Hatfield and husband Chris Embrey of Granbury, Mary Pearson and husband Mike of Hobbs, N.M., and Sandy Uhl and husband Gene of Alburquerque, N.M.; one daughter-in-law, Sandra Pippin of Lubbock; numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren, great-great-grandchildren and nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by her first husband, Ormal Pippin in 1989; her parents, Sidney and Della Beck, seven brothers and two sisters; one son, Johnny Pippin; and a grandson, Sid Tom Pippin.
Memorial contributions may be made to the Shriner Children's Hospital, 6600 Zuni, SE, Albuquerque, N.M. 87108 or Children's Home of Lubbock, PO Box 2824, Lubbock, TX 79408.
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Funeral services for Lecie Elizabeth Pippin Rhoades , 87, will be at 9 a.m. Thursday at Taylor Street Church of Christ with Dee A. Cochran officiating.
Visitation will be from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. Wednesday at Chapel of Hope Funeral Home. A viewing will be held from 2-3 p.m. Thursday at Brownfield Funeral Home with a 4 p.m. Burial at Terry County Memorial Cemetary. Arrangements are under the direction of Chapel of Hope Funeral Home.
Mrs. Rhoades died November 28, 2009, at Lea Regional Hospital in Hobbs, N.M. She was born July 11, 1922, in Gause and raised in Union. She married Elmore "Dusty" Rhoades June 29, 2001, in Hobbs. She was a member of Taylor Street Church of Christ.
Lecie is survived by her husband, Elmore, of Hobbs; four sons, Alfred Pippin and his wife Bea of Tokio, Sidney Pippin and wife Dian of Denver City, Mike Pippin and wife Marie of Goldsmith and Billy Rhoades of Santa Fe, N.M.; three daughters, Sherri Hatfield and husband Chris Embrey of Granbury, Mary Pearson and husband Mike of Hobbs, N.M., and Sandy Uhl and husband Gene of Alburquerque, N.M.; one daughter-in-law, Sandra Pippin of Lubbock; numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren, great-great-grandchildren and nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by her first husband, Ormal Pippin in 1989; her parents, Sidney and Della Beck, seven brothers and two sisters; one son, Johnny Pippin; and a grandson, Sid Tom Pippin.
Memorial contributions may be made to the Shriner Children's Hospital, 6600 Zuni, SE, Albuquerque, N.M. 87108 or Children's Home of Lubbock, PO Box 2824, Lubbock, TX 79408.
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Obituary for Kathy Diane Pitts
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Services for Kathy Diane Pitts, 62, formerly of Brownfield and presently of Carlsbad, NM, will be at 2pm, Wednesday, January 5, 2011, at Brownfield Church of Christ with Bob Reynolds officiating. Burial will be in Terry County Memorial Cemetery under the direction of Brownfield Funeral Home.
The family will receive visitors from 6-8pm Tuesday at Brownfield Funeral Home.
Kathy died on Friday, December 31, 2010. She was born August 12, 1948, in Clovis, New Mexico to Milton "Dick" and Mary Beck. She attended Melrose, New Mexico, Public Schools until the family moved to Brownfield in 1957, where she attended Brownfield Public Schools and graduated from Brownfield High School in 1966. She also attended Lubbock Christian College. On August 21, 1980, Kathy married Richard Pitts in Brownfield. She worked many years for the Lea and Eddy County Extension Offices and retired from the Carlsbad campus of New Mexico State University. She was a member of the Church of Christ. Kathy was preceded in death by her father, Milton E. Beck.
She is survived by her husband Richard Pitts; a daughter, Rachele Milenski and husband Eric of Perryton, Texas; two grandchildren, Ashlee and Cole Milenski; mother Mary Beck of Brownfield; two sisters, Debbie Jones and Pam Pearson of Amarillo, Texas.
Kathy will always be remembered for her infectious smile, sweet personality, and servant heart. Her pride and joy were her daughter and grandchildren.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions are welcomed at the New Mexico Children's Home or The American Cancer Society.
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Services for Kathy Diane Pitts, 62, formerly of Brownfield and presently of Carlsbad, NM, will be at 2pm, Wednesday, January 5, 2011, at Brownfield Church of Christ with Bob Reynolds officiating. Burial will be in Terry County Memorial Cemetery under the direction of Brownfield Funeral Home.
The family will receive visitors from 6-8pm Tuesday at Brownfield Funeral Home.
Kathy died on Friday, December 31, 2010. She was born August 12, 1948, in Clovis, New Mexico to Milton "Dick" and Mary Beck. She attended Melrose, New Mexico, Public Schools until the family moved to Brownfield in 1957, where she attended Brownfield Public Schools and graduated from Brownfield High School in 1966. She also attended Lubbock Christian College. On August 21, 1980, Kathy married Richard Pitts in Brownfield. She worked many years for the Lea and Eddy County Extension Offices and retired from the Carlsbad campus of New Mexico State University. She was a member of the Church of Christ. Kathy was preceded in death by her father, Milton E. Beck.
She is survived by her husband Richard Pitts; a daughter, Rachele Milenski and husband Eric of Perryton, Texas; two grandchildren, Ashlee and Cole Milenski; mother Mary Beck of Brownfield; two sisters, Debbie Jones and Pam Pearson of Amarillo, Texas.
Kathy will always be remembered for her infectious smile, sweet personality, and servant heart. Her pride and joy were her daughter and grandchildren.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions are welcomed at the New Mexico Children's Home or The American Cancer Society.
Obituary for Linda Jane Pendergrass
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Linda Jane Pendergrass, 61, passed away Thursday, July 22, 2010, at her home in Brownfield. Graveside services will be at 10 a.m. Friday, July 30, 2010, at Terry County Memorial Cemetery.
Linda was born July 11, 1949, in Brownfield to Marvin and Ima Jean Pendergrass. She graduated from Brownfield High School and was a member of the Terry County Fair Association where she helped with the fair for several years. She enjoyed greeting people at Wal-Mart.
Linda is survived by her brother, Jim Pendergrass and his wife, Kim of Snyder; a niece, Susie Huddleston and husband, Bobby of Snyder; a great niece Emily Marie Huddleston; two aunts, Inez Wilkerson of Brownfield and Wanda Bailey of Burnett; and a very special cousin, Judy Sansom and husband Larry of Brownfield.
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Linda Jane Pendergrass, 61, passed away Thursday, July 22, 2010, at her home in Brownfield. Graveside services will be at 10 a.m. Friday, July 30, 2010, at Terry County Memorial Cemetery.
Linda was born July 11, 1949, in Brownfield to Marvin and Ima Jean Pendergrass. She graduated from Brownfield High School and was a member of the Terry County Fair Association where she helped with the fair for several years. She enjoyed greeting people at Wal-Mart.
Linda is survived by her brother, Jim Pendergrass and his wife, Kim of Snyder; a niece, Susie Huddleston and husband, Bobby of Snyder; a great niece Emily Marie Huddleston; two aunts, Inez Wilkerson of Brownfield and Wanda Bailey of Burnett; and a very special cousin, Judy Sansom and husband Larry of Brownfield.
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Obituary for Annie Jane Pollard
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Services for Annie Jane Pollard, 75, of Lubbock, formerly of Brownfield, will be at 2:00 p.m., Monday, December 5, 2005, at Brownfield First Christian Church with the Rev. Chad McMullin officiating. Interment will be in Terry County Memorial Cemetery under the direction of Brownfield Funeral Home.
She died Friday, December 2, 2005, in Lubbock and was born April 15, 1930, in Fieldton, Texas. She attended grammer school in Fieldton and graduated from Amherst High School. She graduated from Wayland Baptist University where she was a member of the original Wayland Baptist Flying Queen's Basketball Team.
She married David Pollard, III, May 13, 1979, in Brownfield. She was a teacher for the Brownfield Independent School District for 36 years before her retirement and was a member of the First Christian Church of Brownfield and the Retired Teachers Association.
Jane is survived by her husband, David Pollard, III, of Lubbock; a daughter: Janey McIlroy and her husband, Larry, of Levelland; three sons: Martin Carpenter of Pampano Beach, FL, David O. Pollard, IV, and his wife, Julie, of Hurst, TX., & Alaric Pollard of Lubbock; a sister Francis Tinker of Hallsville, TX., a granddaughter, Latova Ewings and her husband, David; a grandson, Jason Pollard of Hurst and several nieces and nephews.
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Services for Annie Jane Pollard, 75, of Lubbock, formerly of Brownfield, will be at 2:00 p.m., Monday, December 5, 2005, at Brownfield First Christian Church with the Rev. Chad McMullin officiating. Interment will be in Terry County Memorial Cemetery under the direction of Brownfield Funeral Home.
She died Friday, December 2, 2005, in Lubbock and was born April 15, 1930, in Fieldton, Texas. She attended grammer school in Fieldton and graduated from Amherst High School. She graduated from Wayland Baptist University where she was a member of the original Wayland Baptist Flying Queen's Basketball Team.
She married David Pollard, III, May 13, 1979, in Brownfield. She was a teacher for the Brownfield Independent School District for 36 years before her retirement and was a member of the First Christian Church of Brownfield and the Retired Teachers Association.
Jane is survived by her husband, David Pollard, III, of Lubbock; a daughter: Janey McIlroy and her husband, Larry, of Levelland; three sons: Martin Carpenter of Pampano Beach, FL, David O. Pollard, IV, and his wife, Julie, of Hurst, TX., & Alaric Pollard of Lubbock; a sister Francis Tinker of Hallsville, TX., a granddaughter, Latova Ewings and her husband, David; a grandson, Jason Pollard of Hurst and several nieces and nephews.
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Obituary for Dorothy Mae Porter
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Dorothy Mae Porter, 63, of Brownfield, passed away Tuesday, December 13, 2011, at Brownfield Regional Hospital.
She was born December 23, 1947, to Allen Porter Sr. and Birdie Richardson.
Dorothy's memories are entrusted to her husband, Willie Nolan; children, Deborah Williams and Christopher; mother, Birdie Richardson; sisters, Sewilla Brown and Gloria Johnson; brother, Lorenzo Richardson Jr.; grandchildren Damani Green and Kyrie Williams; and a host of other relatives and friends.
Celebration of Life Services will be held at 2 p.m., Monday, December 19, 2011, at Greater New Hope Baptist Church, Brownfield. Interment will follow at Mt. Zion Cemetery, Brownfield under the direction of Griffin Mortuary. Family will receive friends from 4 to 6 p.m. Friday at Griffin Mortuary.
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Dorothy Mae Porter, 63, of Brownfield, passed away Tuesday, December 13, 2011, at Brownfield Regional Hospital.
She was born December 23, 1947, to Allen Porter Sr. and Birdie Richardson.
Dorothy's memories are entrusted to her husband, Willie Nolan; children, Deborah Williams and Christopher; mother, Birdie Richardson; sisters, Sewilla Brown and Gloria Johnson; brother, Lorenzo Richardson Jr.; grandchildren Damani Green and Kyrie Williams; and a host of other relatives and friends.
Celebration of Life Services will be held at 2 p.m., Monday, December 19, 2011, at Greater New Hope Baptist Church, Brownfield. Interment will follow at Mt. Zion Cemetery, Brownfield under the direction of Griffin Mortuary. Family will receive friends from 4 to 6 p.m. Friday at Griffin Mortuary.
Obituary for Ozell Prather
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Ozell Prather, 91, of Brownfield passed away Friday, May 11, 2007, at her home. She was born March 29, 1916, in Waurika, Okla., to Grover Cleveland and Hattie Biddle Thomas Brantley.
Mrs. Prather attended school in Oklahoma. She moved with her parents to Lynn County in 1925 and then to Tokio Community in Yoakum County in 1929. She married Virgil Prather, Feb. 29, 1936, in Brownfield. He preceded her in death March 10, 1971. She is also preceded in death by two brothers, A. G. and Evert Brantley and a granddaughter Corby Blyth Charlebois.
Ozell was a member of Calvary Baptist Church. She is survived by two daughters: Betty Jo Charlebois of Brownfield and Myrna Yun and her husband, George of Waco, her sister: Evelyn Farrar of Brownfield.
She is also survived by three grandchildren; Dee Dee Charlebois, Beverly Deleon and her husband, Ralph, and Guy Yun and his wife, Linda, and four great grandchildren: Heather DeLeon, Charlotte DeLeon, Zachary DeLeon, and Christopher Yun.
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Ozell Prather, 91, of Brownfield passed away Friday, May 11, 2007, at her home. She was born March 29, 1916, in Waurika, Okla., to Grover Cleveland and Hattie Biddle Thomas Brantley.
Mrs. Prather attended school in Oklahoma. She moved with her parents to Lynn County in 1925 and then to Tokio Community in Yoakum County in 1929. She married Virgil Prather, Feb. 29, 1936, in Brownfield. He preceded her in death March 10, 1971. She is also preceded in death by two brothers, A. G. and Evert Brantley and a granddaughter Corby Blyth Charlebois.
Ozell was a member of Calvary Baptist Church. She is survived by two daughters: Betty Jo Charlebois of Brownfield and Myrna Yun and her husband, George of Waco, her sister: Evelyn Farrar of Brownfield.
She is also survived by three grandchildren; Dee Dee Charlebois, Beverly Deleon and her husband, Ralph, and Guy Yun and his wife, Linda, and four great grandchildren: Heather DeLeon, Charlotte DeLeon, Zachary DeLeon, and Christopher Yun.
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Obituary for Carmen Loretta Preston
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Services for Carmen Loretta Preston, 87, of Brownfield were held at 10:30 am, Tuesday, September 29, 2009, at Brownfield First Baptist Church Chapel with Rev. Randy Land officiating. Burial will followed in Terry County Memorial Cemetery under the direction of Brownfield Funeral Home.
Loretta passed away Sunday, September 27, 2009 in Brownfield. She was born March 16, 1922, in Wellington, Texas, to Claude M. and Eunice Jewell Blandford and graduated from Wellington High School in 1940. She graduated from Kansas City School of Beauty Culture in 1941. Loretta married Ernest Everett "Dutch" Preston on October 6, 1941, in Kansas City, MO. He preceded her in death Jan. 9, 1997.
She worked as a beautician and waitress during WWII, traveling whenever possible along with her husband from military post to post until his assignment overseas. After the war they settled in Spearman and later moved to Brownfield in 1951. She was a homemaker during those early years in Brownfield while raising her family.
Loretta served in many offices of the PTA. She joined Delphian Study Club, Rebekah Lodge and served with the American Cancer Society. In 1967 she began LVN training and graduated in 1968. She worked at Hope/Smith Medical Clinic for many years and was a long time member of First Baptist Church.
Loretta is also preceded in death by her parents; a daughter, Cheryl Haley; a brother, C.L. Blandford; 4 sisters, Neva, Polly, Joy and Janis.
She is survived by a son, David Preston and wife Ruby of Amarillo; 2 daughters, Peggy Shrimpton and husband Russell of Brownfield and Darla Phillips and husband Larry of Taos, NM; 9 grandchildren and 15 great-grandchildren.
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Services for Carmen Loretta Preston, 87, of Brownfield were held at 10:30 am, Tuesday, September 29, 2009, at Brownfield First Baptist Church Chapel with Rev. Randy Land officiating. Burial will followed in Terry County Memorial Cemetery under the direction of Brownfield Funeral Home.
Loretta passed away Sunday, September 27, 2009 in Brownfield. She was born March 16, 1922, in Wellington, Texas, to Claude M. and Eunice Jewell Blandford and graduated from Wellington High School in 1940. She graduated from Kansas City School of Beauty Culture in 1941. Loretta married Ernest Everett "Dutch" Preston on October 6, 1941, in Kansas City, MO. He preceded her in death Jan. 9, 1997.
She worked as a beautician and waitress during WWII, traveling whenever possible along with her husband from military post to post until his assignment overseas. After the war they settled in Spearman and later moved to Brownfield in 1951. She was a homemaker during those early years in Brownfield while raising her family.
Loretta served in many offices of the PTA. She joined Delphian Study Club, Rebekah Lodge and served with the American Cancer Society. In 1967 she began LVN training and graduated in 1968. She worked at Hope/Smith Medical Clinic for many years and was a long time member of First Baptist Church.
Loretta is also preceded in death by her parents; a daughter, Cheryl Haley; a brother, C.L. Blandford; 4 sisters, Neva, Polly, Joy and Janis.
She is survived by a son, David Preston and wife Ruby of Amarillo; 2 daughters, Peggy Shrimpton and husband Russell of Brownfield and Darla Phillips and husband Larry of Taos, NM; 9 grandchildren and 15 great-grandchildren.
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Obituary for Charles Craig Proctor
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Graveside services for Charles Craig Proctor, 35, of Brownfield will be at 10am, Wednesday, November 23, 2011, at Terry County Memorial Cemetery with Dr. Carl Moman officiating. Burial will be under the direction of Brownfield Funeral Home.
Craig passed away Monday, November 21, 2011, in a Lubbock Hospital. He was born January 7, 1976, in Brownfield to Thomas and Terry (Hart) Proctor. He graduated from Brownfield High School in 1994. He worked in the oilfield industry.
Craig is survived by his parents, Thomas and Terry Proctor of Brownfield; a son, Brandon Proctor of Brownfield; a brother, Doug Proctor of Brownfield; maternal grandparents, Glen and Loie Hart of Brownfield; aunts and uncles, Carrol and Judy Hart of Lubbock, James and Pansy Hart of Brownfield and D.W. and Amber Proctor of Brownfield.
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Graveside services for Charles Craig Proctor, 35, of Brownfield will be at 10am, Wednesday, November 23, 2011, at Terry County Memorial Cemetery with Dr. Carl Moman officiating. Burial will be under the direction of Brownfield Funeral Home.
Craig passed away Monday, November 21, 2011, in a Lubbock Hospital. He was born January 7, 1976, in Brownfield to Thomas and Terry (Hart) Proctor. He graduated from Brownfield High School in 1994. He worked in the oilfield industry.
Craig is survived by his parents, Thomas and Terry Proctor of Brownfield; a son, Brandon Proctor of Brownfield; a brother, Doug Proctor of Brownfield; maternal grandparents, Glen and Loie Hart of Brownfield; aunts and uncles, Carrol and Judy Hart of Lubbock, James and Pansy Hart of Brownfield and D.W. and Amber Proctor of Brownfield.
Obituary for Kenneth Granville Purtell
submitted by Edgle Dyer
Services for Kenneth Granville Purtell, 97, formerly of Brownfield will be at 10 a.m. Thursday, March 8, 2012, at Brownfield First United Methodist Church with Dr. Stan Cosby of Amarillo officiating. Burial will be in Terry County Memorial Cemetery under the direction of Brownfield Funeral Home.
A family visitation will be held from 5-7 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home.
Kenneth passed away Friday, March 2, 2012, in Boone, Iowa. He was born May 7, 1914, in Locksburg, Ark., to Rufus Judson Purtell and Nellie Arnold Purtell Holcombe. He attended Gomez and Lahey schools in Terry County and finished high school in Brownfield in 1934.
Kenneth married Ruth Young on October 26, 1938, in Lubbock. She preceded him in death in 2009. He is also preceded in death by a son, Gene Purtell in 1996.
He attended Texas Tech University where he received a Bachelor of Science in Agriculture Economics in 1941. He taught school in 1937 and 1938 at Lahey and worked for the USDA about three years. He also owned and operated Purtell's "Dad and Lad" clothing store for three years.
From 1953 until retirement in 1999 he farmed in the Brownfield area. For most of his adult life, Kenneth was an active worker and board member in the First United Methodist Church. He was a Mason and past director with Lyntegar Electric.
A sister and two brothers also preceded him in death.
Kenneth is survived by a son, Jim Purtell and wife Edna of Sanford, N.C.; a daughter, Hazel Purtell and husband Bob North of Pilot Mound, Iowa; seven grandchildren and 10 great grandchildren.
Online condolences may be sent at www.BrownfieldFuneralHome.com.
The family suggests memorials to the American Heart Assoc. or National Multiple Sclerosis Society.
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Services for Kenneth Granville Purtell, 97, formerly of Brownfield will be at 10 a.m. Thursday, March 8, 2012, at Brownfield First United Methodist Church with Dr. Stan Cosby of Amarillo officiating. Burial will be in Terry County Memorial Cemetery under the direction of Brownfield Funeral Home.
A family visitation will be held from 5-7 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home.
Kenneth passed away Friday, March 2, 2012, in Boone, Iowa. He was born May 7, 1914, in Locksburg, Ark., to Rufus Judson Purtell and Nellie Arnold Purtell Holcombe. He attended Gomez and Lahey schools in Terry County and finished high school in Brownfield in 1934.
Kenneth married Ruth Young on October 26, 1938, in Lubbock. She preceded him in death in 2009. He is also preceded in death by a son, Gene Purtell in 1996.
He attended Texas Tech University where he received a Bachelor of Science in Agriculture Economics in 1941. He taught school in 1937 and 1938 at Lahey and worked for the USDA about three years. He also owned and operated Purtell's "Dad and Lad" clothing store for three years.
From 1953 until retirement in 1999 he farmed in the Brownfield area. For most of his adult life, Kenneth was an active worker and board member in the First United Methodist Church. He was a Mason and past director with Lyntegar Electric.
A sister and two brothers also preceded him in death.
Kenneth is survived by a son, Jim Purtell and wife Edna of Sanford, N.C.; a daughter, Hazel Purtell and husband Bob North of Pilot Mound, Iowa; seven grandchildren and 10 great grandchildren.
Online condolences may be sent at www.BrownfieldFuneralHome.com.
The family suggests memorials to the American Heart Assoc. or National Multiple Sclerosis Society.
Obituary for Christine Purvis
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Services for Christine Purvis,79, of Brownfield will be held at 10am on, Saturday, September 3, 2011, at Brownfield Funeral Home with Rev. Jon Patrick officiating. Burial will be held in Terry County Memorial Cemetery under the direction of Brownfield Funeral Home.
Christine will be in state at the funeral home on Friday from 9am to 8pm.
God called Christine home Tuesday, August 30, 2011, at her home in Brownfield. She was born to John Riley Rose and Mary Elizabeth McDonald on February 15, 1932, in Whitney. She moved to Brownfield at an early age and attended Brownfield schools. She married Claude Purvis on December 12, 1951, in Brownfield. Claude preceded her in death on August 10, 1991
Christine is survived by her three daughters, Sylvia Cunningham, Vickie Pruiett and Donna Purvis, two sons, Danny and Russel Purvis, 11 grandchildren, and 8 great grandchildren.
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Services for Christine Purvis,79, of Brownfield will be held at 10am on, Saturday, September 3, 2011, at Brownfield Funeral Home with Rev. Jon Patrick officiating. Burial will be held in Terry County Memorial Cemetery under the direction of Brownfield Funeral Home.
Christine will be in state at the funeral home on Friday from 9am to 8pm.
God called Christine home Tuesday, August 30, 2011, at her home in Brownfield. She was born to John Riley Rose and Mary Elizabeth McDonald on February 15, 1932, in Whitney. She moved to Brownfield at an early age and attended Brownfield schools. She married Claude Purvis on December 12, 1951, in Brownfield. Claude preceded her in death on August 10, 1991
Christine is survived by her three daughters, Sylvia Cunningham, Vickie Pruiett and Donna Purvis, two sons, Danny and Russel Purvis, 11 grandchildren, and 8 great grandchildren.
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Obituary for Carl B. Pye
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Graveside services for Carl Benard Pye, 77, of Brownfield were held, Wed., Sept. 26, in the Terry County Memorial Cemetery with Jody O'Briant officiating. Mr. Pye passed Sunday, Sept. 23, 2007, in Brownfield.
He was born Jan. 30, 1930, in Lincoln Parrish, LA., to Ed and Gracie Pye and graduated from Ruston, LA., High School. He moved to Brownfield in 1954.
He married Johnie Benthall Jan. 27, 1955, in Brownfield and farmed in the Union Community for more than 45 years. He is preceded in death by his parents and a brother.
Mr. Pye is survived by his wife, Johnie, of Brownfield; two sons--Randy of Knoxville, Tenn. and Mark of Brownfield; one daughter--Susan Iverson of Sugarland and one granddaughter--Courtney Pye of Birmingham, Al.
The family suggests memorials to Terry County Cemetery Association or to the charity of one's choice.
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Graveside services for Carl Benard Pye, 77, of Brownfield were held, Wed., Sept. 26, in the Terry County Memorial Cemetery with Jody O'Briant officiating. Mr. Pye passed Sunday, Sept. 23, 2007, in Brownfield.
He was born Jan. 30, 1930, in Lincoln Parrish, LA., to Ed and Gracie Pye and graduated from Ruston, LA., High School. He moved to Brownfield in 1954.
He married Johnie Benthall Jan. 27, 1955, in Brownfield and farmed in the Union Community for more than 45 years. He is preceded in death by his parents and a brother.
Mr. Pye is survived by his wife, Johnie, of Brownfield; two sons--Randy of Knoxville, Tenn. and Mark of Brownfield; one daughter--Susan Iverson of Sugarland and one granddaughter--Courtney Pye of Birmingham, Al.
The family suggests memorials to Terry County Cemetery Association or to the charity of one's choice.
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Obituary for Rosario A. Quinones
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Services for Rosario A. Quinones, 77, of Brownfield will be at 10 AM, Monday, November 22, 2010, at St. Anthony's Catholic Church with Father Gerald Leatham officiating. Burial will be in Brownfield Cemetery under the direction of Brownfield Funeral Home.
Rosario passed away Friday, November 19, 2010, in Lubbock. She was born May 9, 1933, in Durango, Mexico to Sebastian and Cecilia Almodovar. She married Ernesto Quinones in 1960, and they moved to Brownfield in 1976. He preceded her in death in 2002. She is also preceded in death by a daughter, Martha Alicia, 3 brothers and 1 sister.
Rosario is survived by 5 children: Emma Rodriguez and husband Pedro of Wellman, Marco A. Quinones of Brownfield, Laura P. Gonzalez and husband Miguel of Meadow, Balo E. Quinones and wife Janet of Garland, Cecilia Fisher and husband Alfred of Brownfield; 11 grandchildren and 6 great grandchildren; 4 sisters; and special friend, Rosa Lopez.
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Services for Rosario A. Quinones, 77, of Brownfield will be at 10 AM, Monday, November 22, 2010, at St. Anthony's Catholic Church with Father Gerald Leatham officiating. Burial will be in Brownfield Cemetery under the direction of Brownfield Funeral Home.
Rosario passed away Friday, November 19, 2010, in Lubbock. She was born May 9, 1933, in Durango, Mexico to Sebastian and Cecilia Almodovar. She married Ernesto Quinones in 1960, and they moved to Brownfield in 1976. He preceded her in death in 2002. She is also preceded in death by a daughter, Martha Alicia, 3 brothers and 1 sister.
Rosario is survived by 5 children: Emma Rodriguez and husband Pedro of Wellman, Marco A. Quinones of Brownfield, Laura P. Gonzalez and husband Miguel of Meadow, Balo E. Quinones and wife Janet of Garland, Cecilia Fisher and husband Alfred of Brownfield; 11 grandchildren and 6 great grandchildren; 4 sisters; and special friend, Rosa Lopez.
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Obituary for Joe Ramos
submitted by Edgle Dyer Joe Ramos, age 63 passed away Monday, March 31, 2008, in Lubbock. Rosaries were prayed Tuesday and Wednesday at Mark A. Jones Memorial Chapel in Brownfield. A Funeral Mass was held Thursday at St. Anthony's Catholic Church in Brownfield with Father Gerald Leatham officiating. Burial followed at Brownfield Cemetery.
Mr. Ramos was born November 10, 1944, to Juan and Isabel Reyes in Karnes County, Texas. He attended school in Runge, Texas, and moved to Terry County in 1961. In 1981 he went to work as a truck driver for Plains All American in Levelland and worked for them for 28 years.
Joe's favorite hobby was watching Donnie play softball and watching Josh play his sports. His greatest pride was found in his daughter and grandchildren.
Those left to cherish his memory is one daughter, Jane Gonzales and her husband Domingo of Brownfield; one grandson,Joshua Gonzales of Brownfield; one brother, Frank Ramos of Corpus Christi and one sister, Janie Hernandez of Beeville. He was preceded in death by one granddaughter, Pamela in 1999 and one brother, Temo Reyes.
Personal services were provided by Mark A. Jones Funeral Directors of
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submitted by Edgle Dyer Joe Ramos, age 63 passed away Monday, March 31, 2008, in Lubbock. Rosaries were prayed Tuesday and Wednesday at Mark A. Jones Memorial Chapel in Brownfield. A Funeral Mass was held Thursday at St. Anthony's Catholic Church in Brownfield with Father Gerald Leatham officiating. Burial followed at Brownfield Cemetery.
Mr. Ramos was born November 10, 1944, to Juan and Isabel Reyes in Karnes County, Texas. He attended school in Runge, Texas, and moved to Terry County in 1961. In 1981 he went to work as a truck driver for Plains All American in Levelland and worked for them for 28 years.
Joe's favorite hobby was watching Donnie play softball and watching Josh play his sports. His greatest pride was found in his daughter and grandchildren.
Those left to cherish his memory is one daughter, Jane Gonzales and her husband Domingo of Brownfield; one grandson,Joshua Gonzales of Brownfield; one brother, Frank Ramos of Corpus Christi and one sister, Janie Hernandez of Beeville. He was preceded in death by one granddaughter, Pamela in 1999 and one brother, Temo Reyes.
Personal services were provided by Mark A. Jones Funeral Directors of
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Obituary for Isabell Ray
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Services for Isabell Ray, 89, of Pleasanton, formerly of Brownfield will be held at 10 a.m., Thursday, Nov. 16, with Pastor Bill Fowler officiating. Burial will be at 10 a.m. Friday, Nov. 17, in Terry County Memorial Cemetery with Pastor Eddie Ailshie officiating.
Mrs. Ray died Monday, Nov. 13, 2006, in Pleasanton. She lived in Brownfield for more than 60 years. She is survived by three daughters---Clara Jo Barker and her husband---Everett of Spokane, Wash., Lenda Faye Marshall and her husband--- John of Reynoldsburg, Ohio and Neva Lois Beeter and her husband Bob of Pleasanton. She is also survived by one sister--- Neva Bass and her husband---Otis of Brownfield; three grandchildren and three great-grandchildren.
Mrs. Ray was preceded in death by her parents---Sidney Carl and Clara Eliza Baker and her husband---James Bryant Ray and was also preceded in death by two brothers---Floyd and Sonny Baker and two sisters---Elsie May Earley and Mary Lee Hale.
Pallbearers were Jim Sessions, Otis Bass, Bobby Nicholson, James Cox, David Anderson and Nolan Ashby.
Memorials may be made to Alzheimers Association, Greater San Antonio Chapter, 8546 Broadway, Suite 110, San Antonio, 78217 or the First Baptist Church Old Fellowship Hall Facility Remodeling Project, 400 Reed St. Pleasanton.
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Services for Isabell Ray, 89, of Pleasanton, formerly of Brownfield will be held at 10 a.m., Thursday, Nov. 16, with Pastor Bill Fowler officiating. Burial will be at 10 a.m. Friday, Nov. 17, in Terry County Memorial Cemetery with Pastor Eddie Ailshie officiating.
Mrs. Ray died Monday, Nov. 13, 2006, in Pleasanton. She lived in Brownfield for more than 60 years. She is survived by three daughters---Clara Jo Barker and her husband---Everett of Spokane, Wash., Lenda Faye Marshall and her husband--- John of Reynoldsburg, Ohio and Neva Lois Beeter and her husband Bob of Pleasanton. She is also survived by one sister--- Neva Bass and her husband---Otis of Brownfield; three grandchildren and three great-grandchildren.
Mrs. Ray was preceded in death by her parents---Sidney Carl and Clara Eliza Baker and her husband---James Bryant Ray and was also preceded in death by two brothers---Floyd and Sonny Baker and two sisters---Elsie May Earley and Mary Lee Hale.
Pallbearers were Jim Sessions, Otis Bass, Bobby Nicholson, James Cox, David Anderson and Nolan Ashby.
Memorials may be made to Alzheimers Association, Greater San Antonio Chapter, 8546 Broadway, Suite 110, San Antonio, 78217 or the First Baptist Church Old Fellowship Hall Facility Remodeling Project, 400 Reed St. Pleasanton.
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Obituary for Thelma Ann Redding
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Graveside services for Thelma Ann Redding, 86, formerly of Brownfield were held Mon., Sept 24, in Terry County Memorial Cemetery with Rev. Steve Carter officiating. She died Sat., Sept. 22, 2007, in New Braunfels.
She was born Nov. 26, 1920, in Grayson County to John Henery and Myrtle Annie Ticer and married L.T. Redding, Jan. 15, 1942, in Meadow. He preceded her in death Jan. 1, 1989. She was a member of Calvary Baptist Church. She was also preceded in death by her daughter, Norma Roberts, two sisters and two brothers.
Mrs. Redding is survived by three sons--Larry and Hershel Redding, both of New Braunfels and James Redding of Brownfield and by 11 grandchildren and 10 great grandchildren. She is also survived by two sisters--Goldie Neville of Levelland and Maureen Newsom of Weatherford and by one brother--Gene Ticer of California.
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Graveside services for Thelma Ann Redding, 86, formerly of Brownfield were held Mon., Sept 24, in Terry County Memorial Cemetery with Rev. Steve Carter officiating. She died Sat., Sept. 22, 2007, in New Braunfels.
She was born Nov. 26, 1920, in Grayson County to John Henery and Myrtle Annie Ticer and married L.T. Redding, Jan. 15, 1942, in Meadow. He preceded her in death Jan. 1, 1989. She was a member of Calvary Baptist Church. She was also preceded in death by her daughter, Norma Roberts, two sisters and two brothers.
Mrs. Redding is survived by three sons--Larry and Hershel Redding, both of New Braunfels and James Redding of Brownfield and by 11 grandchildren and 10 great grandchildren. She is also survived by two sisters--Goldie Neville of Levelland and Maureen Newsom of Weatherford and by one brother--Gene Ticer of California.
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Obituary for Lillie Mae Reed
submitted by Shirley Webb
Lillie Mae (Aunt Sister) Reed, loving and caring sister, aunt and friend, joined her savior and many loved ones on May 6, 2006. She was born April 2, 1909, in Rucker, Texas to George W. & Della Lewis Warren and moved to Lorenzo with her family at age 10, then to Brownfield, Texas in 1926, where she finished high school.
Lillie Mae began work for a department store established by Alfred Stephens and Tom Cobb in Brownfield, where she was privileged to attend market in Dallas with Lena Stephens. She was the first Assistant County Auditor for Hockley County and served in that capacity for 28 years. Lillie Mae married Bob McDonald in 1930 and they operated a cotton gin in Nocona, Texas. Bob passed away in 1946 in Levelland. She later married Walter Reed in 1954 and he died in 1999. She then went to live with her sister and brother in law.
She was a faithful member of First Baptist Church of Brownfield and the Baptist Church of Nocona. She later became a very dedicated member of First Baptist Church, Levelland, Sunday School teacher, and faithful choir member. Lillie Mae loved her church, her fellow Christians and her Lord. She was preceded in death by her parents, her brother and a sister.
She is survived by her sister, Ima George Willis; her nieces, Reba Willis, Judy Cox, Sydna Bryant and her husband, Ronnie, Mary Sams Howell and Nephew Ross Sams, Jr.; great nieces and nephews, Rhonda, mark, Alanda and Blake Smith, Sonya and Kevin McAullif, Christopher, Lindsay and Lauren Oppel, Edie Bryant, Dennis, Erin and Damon, Jerome, Pam, Ally, and Jerome Vahalik,
Funeral services will be 11 a.m., Tuesday, May 9, 2006, at First Baptist Church, Levelland with Dr. Steve Vernon, pastor, officiating. Burial will be in Terry County Memorial Cemetery, Brownfield, Texas, under direction of George Price Funeral Home, Levelland.
The family will receive friends in the parlor at First Baptist Church, Levelland from 10 a.m., Tuesday until service time. Memorials can be sent to First Baptist Church of Levelland or VistaCare Hospice of Lubbock.
Lubbock Avalanche-Journal
submitted by Shirley Webb
Lillie Mae (Aunt Sister) Reed, loving and caring sister, aunt and friend, joined her savior and many loved ones on May 6, 2006. She was born April 2, 1909, in Rucker, Texas to George W. & Della Lewis Warren and moved to Lorenzo with her family at age 10, then to Brownfield, Texas in 1926, where she finished high school.
Lillie Mae began work for a department store established by Alfred Stephens and Tom Cobb in Brownfield, where she was privileged to attend market in Dallas with Lena Stephens. She was the first Assistant County Auditor for Hockley County and served in that capacity for 28 years. Lillie Mae married Bob McDonald in 1930 and they operated a cotton gin in Nocona, Texas. Bob passed away in 1946 in Levelland. She later married Walter Reed in 1954 and he died in 1999. She then went to live with her sister and brother in law.
She was a faithful member of First Baptist Church of Brownfield and the Baptist Church of Nocona. She later became a very dedicated member of First Baptist Church, Levelland, Sunday School teacher, and faithful choir member. Lillie Mae loved her church, her fellow Christians and her Lord. She was preceded in death by her parents, her brother and a sister.
She is survived by her sister, Ima George Willis; her nieces, Reba Willis, Judy Cox, Sydna Bryant and her husband, Ronnie, Mary Sams Howell and Nephew Ross Sams, Jr.; great nieces and nephews, Rhonda, mark, Alanda and Blake Smith, Sonya and Kevin McAullif, Christopher, Lindsay and Lauren Oppel, Edie Bryant, Dennis, Erin and Damon, Jerome, Pam, Ally, and Jerome Vahalik,
Funeral services will be 11 a.m., Tuesday, May 9, 2006, at First Baptist Church, Levelland with Dr. Steve Vernon, pastor, officiating. Burial will be in Terry County Memorial Cemetery, Brownfield, Texas, under direction of George Price Funeral Home, Levelland.
The family will receive friends in the parlor at First Baptist Church, Levelland from 10 a.m., Tuesday until service time. Memorials can be sent to First Baptist Church of Levelland or VistaCare Hospice of Lubbock.
Lubbock Avalanche-Journal
Obituary for Maggie Mae Reese
submitted by Edgle Dyer
Graveside services for Maggie Mae Reese, 90, formerly of Meadow will be 10:30 a.m., Thursday, Oct. 25, at Terry County Memorial Cemetery with Rev. Ken Horn officiating. Mrs. Reese passed away Monday, Oct. 22, 2007, in Portales, N.M. She was born March 7, 1917, in Broadway to Ira and Velma Maddox.
She married Alvis Reese, April 3, 1935, in Floydada. He preceded her in death April 10, 1979. They moved to the Needmore area in Terry County in 1948, where she lived until 2003. Mrs. Reese was a member of the First Baptist Church in Meadow.
She is also preceded in death by a granddaughter--Vikki Carpenter.
Mrs. Reese is survived by two sons--Billy of Dora, N.M. and Charles of Brownfield; one daughter--Twila Tuttle of Lubbock; five grandchildren, four great-grandchildren; two great-great-grandchildren and one sister--Sallie Williams of Houston.
Brownfield News
submitted by Edgle Dyer
Graveside services for Maggie Mae Reese, 90, formerly of Meadow will be 10:30 a.m., Thursday, Oct. 25, at Terry County Memorial Cemetery with Rev. Ken Horn officiating. Mrs. Reese passed away Monday, Oct. 22, 2007, in Portales, N.M. She was born March 7, 1917, in Broadway to Ira and Velma Maddox.
She married Alvis Reese, April 3, 1935, in Floydada. He preceded her in death April 10, 1979. They moved to the Needmore area in Terry County in 1948, where she lived until 2003. Mrs. Reese was a member of the First Baptist Church in Meadow.
She is also preceded in death by a granddaughter--Vikki Carpenter.
Mrs. Reese is survived by two sons--Billy of Dora, N.M. and Charles of Brownfield; one daughter--Twila Tuttle of Lubbock; five grandchildren, four great-grandchildren; two great-great-grandchildren and one sister--Sallie Williams of Houston.
Brownfield News
Obituary for Avis Christine Reid
submitted by Edgle Dyer
Services for Avis Christine Reid, 95, of Brownfield will be held at 2pm, Friday, March 23, 2012, at Friendship Primitive Baptist Church with Rev. Wayne Venable and Rev. Ronnie Hedges officiating. Burial will be in Terry County Memorial Cemetery under the direction of Brownfield Funeral Home.
There will be a family visitation from 6-8pm Thursday at the Funeral Home.
Christine passed away Thursday, March 22, 2012, in Brownfield. She was born June 5, 1916, to Charlie and Ethel Vest in Fisher County and moved to Brownfield in 1922. Christine married Charles Reid on September 22, 1933, in Lovington, NM. He preceded her in death on October 7, 1995. She is also preceded in death by 2 daughters, Avis Shurley and Melba Shannon; a granddaughter, Charlotte Summers; 5 brothers and her parents. She was a member of Fellowship Primitive Baptist Church.
Christine is survived by a son, Glen Reid and wife JoAnne of Brownfield; a sister Ozel Rowland of Nevada; 11 grandchildren; 20 great grandchildren; 4 great-great grandchildren.
The family suggests memorials to VistaCare Hospice of Lubbock, 1717 Norfolk Ave. #A 4th floor, Lubbock, TX 79416- 6065.
submitted by Edgle Dyer
Services for Avis Christine Reid, 95, of Brownfield will be held at 2pm, Friday, March 23, 2012, at Friendship Primitive Baptist Church with Rev. Wayne Venable and Rev. Ronnie Hedges officiating. Burial will be in Terry County Memorial Cemetery under the direction of Brownfield Funeral Home.
There will be a family visitation from 6-8pm Thursday at the Funeral Home.
Christine passed away Thursday, March 22, 2012, in Brownfield. She was born June 5, 1916, to Charlie and Ethel Vest in Fisher County and moved to Brownfield in 1922. Christine married Charles Reid on September 22, 1933, in Lovington, NM. He preceded her in death on October 7, 1995. She is also preceded in death by 2 daughters, Avis Shurley and Melba Shannon; a granddaughter, Charlotte Summers; 5 brothers and her parents. She was a member of Fellowship Primitive Baptist Church.
Christine is survived by a son, Glen Reid and wife JoAnne of Brownfield; a sister Ozel Rowland of Nevada; 11 grandchildren; 20 great grandchildren; 4 great-great grandchildren.
The family suggests memorials to VistaCare Hospice of Lubbock, 1717 Norfolk Ave. #A 4th floor, Lubbock, TX 79416- 6065.
Obituary for David Lee Renfro
submitted by Edgle Dyer
Services for David Lee Renfro, 84, of Brownfield will be at 2 p.m. Wednesday, March 26, at Calvary Baptist Church with Rev. Steve Carter officiating. Burial will be in Terry County Memorial Cemetery under the direction of Brownfield Funeral Home.
David went to be with the Lord Sunday, March 23, 2008, in Brownfield. He was born Oct. 20, 1923, in Athens, Texas to W. N. and Nora Renfro. He moved to Tahoka in the early 1940's where he farmed and operated Westside Grocery Store.
He married Dorothy Khal in 1944. She passed away in 1959. He moved to Terry County in 1961. David married Billie Jean Farrar Caddell on Oct. 20, 1965, in Terry County. They had 42 years of a happy marriage.
David worked for the Brownfield Police Department and Terry County Sheriff's Department until 1981. He also worked for Brownfield Funeral Home and as a crossing guard for Brownfield Schools. He was a member of the Kiwanis Club and a member of Calvary Baptist Church.
He is preceded in death by one son--Roger Lee Renfro, three brothers and two sisters.
David is survived by his wife Billie Jean Renfro of Brownfield; a stepson, Denny Caddell and his wife Susan of Zion, IL; four grandchildren, five great grandchildren and one great-great grandchild; several nieces and nephews.
In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorials to Calvary Baptist Church Building Fund of Brownfield or Brownfield Senior Citizens Center, P.O. Box 1021, Brownfield, TX. 79316.
Brownfield News
submitted by Edgle Dyer
Services for David Lee Renfro, 84, of Brownfield will be at 2 p.m. Wednesday, March 26, at Calvary Baptist Church with Rev. Steve Carter officiating. Burial will be in Terry County Memorial Cemetery under the direction of Brownfield Funeral Home.
David went to be with the Lord Sunday, March 23, 2008, in Brownfield. He was born Oct. 20, 1923, in Athens, Texas to W. N. and Nora Renfro. He moved to Tahoka in the early 1940's where he farmed and operated Westside Grocery Store.
He married Dorothy Khal in 1944. She passed away in 1959. He moved to Terry County in 1961. David married Billie Jean Farrar Caddell on Oct. 20, 1965, in Terry County. They had 42 years of a happy marriage.
David worked for the Brownfield Police Department and Terry County Sheriff's Department until 1981. He also worked for Brownfield Funeral Home and as a crossing guard for Brownfield Schools. He was a member of the Kiwanis Club and a member of Calvary Baptist Church.
He is preceded in death by one son--Roger Lee Renfro, three brothers and two sisters.
David is survived by his wife Billie Jean Renfro of Brownfield; a stepson, Denny Caddell and his wife Susan of Zion, IL; four grandchildren, five great grandchildren and one great-great grandchild; several nieces and nephews.
In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorials to Calvary Baptist Church Building Fund of Brownfield or Brownfield Senior Citizens Center, P.O. Box 1021, Brownfield, TX. 79316.
Brownfield News
Obituary for Lawrence Vain Renfro
submitted by Edgle Dyer
Services for Lawrence Vain Renfro, 86, of Brownfield were held Tuesday, Nov. 28, in the Brownfield Funeral Home Memorial Chapel with Rev. Ken Horn officiating. Burial was in Meadow Cemetery.
Mr. Renfro died Saturday, Nov. 25, 2006 in Lubbock. He was born Jan. 1, 1920, in Jackson County, Okla. to Cam Ottis and Eula Renfro and was married to Johnnie Hemme on March 14, 1940, in Meadow. She died on Jan. 1, 1983.
Mr. Renfro moved with his family to Meadow in 1926 where he was raised and attended school. He was employed as a mechanic for Jack Bailey Chevrolet. He and his brother, J.T. Renfro, owned and operated Brownfield Radiator for several years. Mr. Renfro also was employed by Jim Reed Phillips 66 more than 20 years. He was a member of the Brownfield First Christian Church.
He is survived by three daughters---Shirley Nickens of Stirling, Va. and Marilyn Oliver and her husband---Kenneth and Linda McMinn, all of Lubbock.
Mr. Renfro is also survived by one sister---Ottis Wheeler of Lorenzo and by six grandchildren, six great- grandchildren and two great-great-grandchildren.
He is preceded in death by one brother---J.T. Renfro in 1999 and by his twin sisters---Mell Holder in 1971 and Zell Himmeline in 2001.
Brownfield News
submitted by Edgle Dyer
Services for Lawrence Vain Renfro, 86, of Brownfield were held Tuesday, Nov. 28, in the Brownfield Funeral Home Memorial Chapel with Rev. Ken Horn officiating. Burial was in Meadow Cemetery.
Mr. Renfro died Saturday, Nov. 25, 2006 in Lubbock. He was born Jan. 1, 1920, in Jackson County, Okla. to Cam Ottis and Eula Renfro and was married to Johnnie Hemme on March 14, 1940, in Meadow. She died on Jan. 1, 1983.
Mr. Renfro moved with his family to Meadow in 1926 where he was raised and attended school. He was employed as a mechanic for Jack Bailey Chevrolet. He and his brother, J.T. Renfro, owned and operated Brownfield Radiator for several years. Mr. Renfro also was employed by Jim Reed Phillips 66 more than 20 years. He was a member of the Brownfield First Christian Church.
He is survived by three daughters---Shirley Nickens of Stirling, Va. and Marilyn Oliver and her husband---Kenneth and Linda McMinn, all of Lubbock.
Mr. Renfro is also survived by one sister---Ottis Wheeler of Lorenzo and by six grandchildren, six great- grandchildren and two great-great-grandchildren.
He is preceded in death by one brother---J.T. Renfro in 1999 and by his twin sisters---Mell Holder in 1971 and Zell Himmeline in 2001.
Brownfield News
Obituary for Ramon Reynero
submitted by Edgle Dyer
Ramon Reynero, 80, passed away Tuesday, March 16, 2010, at Mi Casita Care Center in Lubbock.
Funeral mass for Mr. Renyero was held at 10 a.m. Saturday, March 20, at St. Anthony's Catholic Church with Father Gerald Leatham officiating. Personal services are under the direction of Mark A. Jones Funeral Directors of Brownfield.
Ramon was born January 17, 1930, to Gavino and Maria Reynero in Hutto, Texas. He married Ester Garcia in Meadow on December 9, 1962. He lived in Meadow his whole life.
Ramon was the best father ever. His family remembers him as being a hard worker and how he liked working out in the yard. He loved playing Bingo and riding his bike. He was a Catholic.
He is survived by his wife Ester of the home; three sons, Oscar Reynero and Ray Reynero, both of Meadow, and Henry Reynero and wife Melissa of Lubbock; two daughters: Diana Guzman and husband Alex Sr. of Meadow and Silvia Garcia and husband Richard of Lubbock; and two brothers, Joe Reynero, Sr. of Canyon and Gavino Reynero, Sr. of Meadow. He also leaves behind six grandchildren and four great-grandchildren.
He is preceded in death by both parents, Gavino and Maria Reynero; one grandson, Timothy Reynero; two brothers and two sisters.
Brownfield News
submitted by Edgle Dyer
Ramon Reynero, 80, passed away Tuesday, March 16, 2010, at Mi Casita Care Center in Lubbock.
Funeral mass for Mr. Renyero was held at 10 a.m. Saturday, March 20, at St. Anthony's Catholic Church with Father Gerald Leatham officiating. Personal services are under the direction of Mark A. Jones Funeral Directors of Brownfield.
Ramon was born January 17, 1930, to Gavino and Maria Reynero in Hutto, Texas. He married Ester Garcia in Meadow on December 9, 1962. He lived in Meadow his whole life.
Ramon was the best father ever. His family remembers him as being a hard worker and how he liked working out in the yard. He loved playing Bingo and riding his bike. He was a Catholic.
He is survived by his wife Ester of the home; three sons, Oscar Reynero and Ray Reynero, both of Meadow, and Henry Reynero and wife Melissa of Lubbock; two daughters: Diana Guzman and husband Alex Sr. of Meadow and Silvia Garcia and husband Richard of Lubbock; and two brothers, Joe Reynero, Sr. of Canyon and Gavino Reynero, Sr. of Meadow. He also leaves behind six grandchildren and four great-grandchildren.
He is preceded in death by both parents, Gavino and Maria Reynero; one grandson, Timothy Reynero; two brothers and two sisters.
Brownfield News
Obituary for Yvonne Rex
submitted by Edgle Dyer
Services for Yvonne Rex, 66, of Brownfield were held at 10 a.m., Wednesday, July 1, at Calvary Baptist Church with Rev. Steve Carter officiating. Burial was in Terry County Memorial Cemetery under the direction of Brownfield Funeral Home.
Yvonne passed away Sunday, June 28, 2009, in Lubbock. She was born January 26, 1943, in Brownfield to Kyle and Pauline Adams. She was a graduate of Wellman High School and received her Bachelor of Science in Education degree from Texas Tech University in 1973.
She married Jimmy Rex on May 26, 1961, in Brownfield. He preceded her in death November 22, 1992. Yvonne taught school at Wellman Junior High for five years. She was a member of Wellman Baptist Church.
She is survived by her sons, James Rex and wife Donna of Wellman and Jack Rex and wife Twilla of Slaton; two brothers, Bill Adams and wife Linda of Lubbock and John Adams and wife Valorie of Katy; a sister, R. B. Pruitt and husband Tommy of Brownfield; four grandchildren and four great-grandchildren.
The family suggests memorials to the National M.S. Society, 3610 22nd Street, Suite 301, Lubbock, TX. 79410. Online Condolences may be made at BrownfieldFuneralHome.com.
Brownfield News
submitted by Edgle Dyer
Services for Yvonne Rex, 66, of Brownfield were held at 10 a.m., Wednesday, July 1, at Calvary Baptist Church with Rev. Steve Carter officiating. Burial was in Terry County Memorial Cemetery under the direction of Brownfield Funeral Home.
Yvonne passed away Sunday, June 28, 2009, in Lubbock. She was born January 26, 1943, in Brownfield to Kyle and Pauline Adams. She was a graduate of Wellman High School and received her Bachelor of Science in Education degree from Texas Tech University in 1973.
She married Jimmy Rex on May 26, 1961, in Brownfield. He preceded her in death November 22, 1992. Yvonne taught school at Wellman Junior High for five years. She was a member of Wellman Baptist Church.
She is survived by her sons, James Rex and wife Donna of Wellman and Jack Rex and wife Twilla of Slaton; two brothers, Bill Adams and wife Linda of Lubbock and John Adams and wife Valorie of Katy; a sister, R. B. Pruitt and husband Tommy of Brownfield; four grandchildren and four great-grandchildren.
The family suggests memorials to the National M.S. Society, 3610 22nd Street, Suite 301, Lubbock, TX. 79410. Online Condolences may be made at BrownfieldFuneralHome.com.
Brownfield News
Obituary for Antonio "Hacala" Reyes, Jr.
submitted by Edgle Dyer
Antonio "Hacala" Reyes Jr., 51, passed away Sunday, July 13, 2008, in Lubbock. Services for Mr. Reyes were held July 15 at Mark A. Jones Memorial Chapel in Brownfield.
He was born April 19, 1957, to Antonio G. and Alicia Reyes, Sr. in Brownfield and attended school in Brownfield. He moved to Lubbock in 2006.
His family remembers him best for being a great grandfather and family man. Antonio liked family get-togethers and the holidays so they could reminisce about the past. They also remember that his favorite rock band was Van Halen.
Those left to cherish his memories are two sons, Andy Reyes of Dallas and Benny Burse of Haslett; two daughters, Melissa Bergara of Dallas and Selma Reyes of Lubbock; three sisters: Betty Reyes of Lubbock, Irma Reyes of Brownfield and Lisa Reyes of Los Colinas. He also leaves behind two grandsons. He is preceded in death by both parents.
Personal Services are being provided by Mark A. Jones Funeral Directors of Brownfield.
Brownfield News
submitted by Edgle Dyer
Antonio "Hacala" Reyes Jr., 51, passed away Sunday, July 13, 2008, in Lubbock. Services for Mr. Reyes were held July 15 at Mark A. Jones Memorial Chapel in Brownfield.
He was born April 19, 1957, to Antonio G. and Alicia Reyes, Sr. in Brownfield and attended school in Brownfield. He moved to Lubbock in 2006.
His family remembers him best for being a great grandfather and family man. Antonio liked family get-togethers and the holidays so they could reminisce about the past. They also remember that his favorite rock band was Van Halen.
Those left to cherish his memories are two sons, Andy Reyes of Dallas and Benny Burse of Haslett; two daughters, Melissa Bergara of Dallas and Selma Reyes of Lubbock; three sisters: Betty Reyes of Lubbock, Irma Reyes of Brownfield and Lisa Reyes of Los Colinas. He also leaves behind two grandsons. He is preceded in death by both parents.
Personal Services are being provided by Mark A. Jones Funeral Directors of Brownfield.
Brownfield News
Obituary for Michael D. Reynolds
submitted by Edgle Dyer
Memorial services for Michael D. Reynolds, 45, of Brownfield will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, April 22, in the Bethel Baptist Church with Brother Wayne Shelton officiating.
Mr. Reynolds died Thursday, April 13, 2006. He was born Sept. 9, 1960 and was a Baptist and a U.S.Army veteran.
He is survived by his mother, Wanda Morgan, of Brownfield; four brothers: Jimmy Reynolds of Brownfield, Terry Reynolds of Holliday, Bobby Reynolds of Andrews and Ron Reynolds of Dumas and two sisters: Amanda Sneed of Holliday and Sarah Hodges of Lubbock.
He is also survived by three sons: Shane Reynolds, Dalton Reynolds and Ethan Renolds all of Monte Vista, Colo., and two daughters: Saber Reynolds and Winter Reynolds, both of Lubbock.
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submitted by Edgle Dyer
Memorial services for Michael D. Reynolds, 45, of Brownfield will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, April 22, in the Bethel Baptist Church with Brother Wayne Shelton officiating.
Mr. Reynolds died Thursday, April 13, 2006. He was born Sept. 9, 1960 and was a Baptist and a U.S.Army veteran.
He is survived by his mother, Wanda Morgan, of Brownfield; four brothers: Jimmy Reynolds of Brownfield, Terry Reynolds of Holliday, Bobby Reynolds of Andrews and Ron Reynolds of Dumas and two sisters: Amanda Sneed of Holliday and Sarah Hodges of Lubbock.
He is also survived by three sons: Shane Reynolds, Dalton Reynolds and Ethan Renolds all of Monte Vista, Colo., and two daughters: Saber Reynolds and Winter Reynolds, both of Lubbock.
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Obituary for Gavino Reynero, Jr.
submitted by Edgle Dyer
Services for Gavino Reynero, Jr., 86, of Meadow will be at 10am, Monday, July 23, 2012, at St. Anthony's Catholic Church with Father Gerald Leatham officiating. Burial will be in Meadow Cemetery under the direction of Brownfield Funeral Home.
Gavino passed away Thursday, July 19, 2012, in Lubbock. He was born on March 22, 1926, to Gavino Reynero, Sr. and Maria Rodriguez. Gavino moved to Meadow in 1950 where he farmed. He married Josefina Deleon in Brownfied on June 23, 1962. He was a member of St. Anthony's Catholic Church. He is preceded in death by 5 brothers, Martin, Raymond, Joe, Gorge and Rumaldo Reynero; 4 sisters, Magdalana Garcia, Avalena Fuentes, Fustina Fuentes and Alselma Reynero.
Gavino is survived by his wife of 50 years, Josephine; three sons, Guadalupe "Wally" Reynero and wife Rosa of Brownfield, Jose Andres Reynero of Meadow and Tony Reynero of Meadow; 6 grandchildren and 5 great grandchildren.
submitted by Edgle Dyer
Services for Gavino Reynero, Jr., 86, of Meadow will be at 10am, Monday, July 23, 2012, at St. Anthony's Catholic Church with Father Gerald Leatham officiating. Burial will be in Meadow Cemetery under the direction of Brownfield Funeral Home.
Gavino passed away Thursday, July 19, 2012, in Lubbock. He was born on March 22, 1926, to Gavino Reynero, Sr. and Maria Rodriguez. Gavino moved to Meadow in 1950 where he farmed. He married Josefina Deleon in Brownfied on June 23, 1962. He was a member of St. Anthony's Catholic Church. He is preceded in death by 5 brothers, Martin, Raymond, Joe, Gorge and Rumaldo Reynero; 4 sisters, Magdalana Garcia, Avalena Fuentes, Fustina Fuentes and Alselma Reynero.
Gavino is survived by his wife of 50 years, Josephine; three sons, Guadalupe "Wally" Reynero and wife Rosa of Brownfield, Jose Andres Reynero of Meadow and Tony Reynero of Meadow; 6 grandchildren and 5 great grandchildren.
Obituary for Lisa Denise Richardson
submitted by Edgle Dyer
Services for Lisa Denise Monzingo Richardson, 50, of Brownfield will be 1 p.m. Wednesday at Brownfield Church of Christ with Bob Reynolds and Bo Sherro officiating. Burial will follow in Resthaven Cemetery under the direction of Brownfield Funeral Home.
Denise passed away Saturday, December 12, 2009, in Lubbock. She was born January 27, 1959, in Amarillo to Don and Wanda Monzingo. She graduated from Coronado High School in Lubbock in 1977 and received a Bachelor of Arts from Texas Tech University in 2000. She was a member of Brownfield Church of Christ.
She is preceded in death by her father.
Denise is survived by her mother and step-father, J.V. and Wanda Boen of Brownfield; two daughters, Lapresha Monzingo and Chancey Richardson and a son, Jaydon Boen, all of Odessa; three grandchildren; a sister, Donna Owen of Lubbock, and a brother, Michael Monzingo of Kansas City; husband, Lorenzo Richardson, Jr.
Brownfield News
submitted by Edgle Dyer
Services for Lisa Denise Monzingo Richardson, 50, of Brownfield will be 1 p.m. Wednesday at Brownfield Church of Christ with Bob Reynolds and Bo Sherro officiating. Burial will follow in Resthaven Cemetery under the direction of Brownfield Funeral Home.
Denise passed away Saturday, December 12, 2009, in Lubbock. She was born January 27, 1959, in Amarillo to Don and Wanda Monzingo. She graduated from Coronado High School in Lubbock in 1977 and received a Bachelor of Arts from Texas Tech University in 2000. She was a member of Brownfield Church of Christ.
She is preceded in death by her father.
Denise is survived by her mother and step-father, J.V. and Wanda Boen of Brownfield; two daughters, Lapresha Monzingo and Chancey Richardson and a son, Jaydon Boen, all of Odessa; three grandchildren; a sister, Donna Owen of Lubbock, and a brother, Michael Monzingo of Kansas City; husband, Lorenzo Richardson, Jr.
Brownfield News
Obituary for Maria Luisa Rico
submitted by Edgle Dyer
Maria Luisa Rico, 88, died March 4, 2008, in Brownfield. A graveside service was held, Friday, March 7, at Gaines County Cemetery in Loop with Mr. Ernest Smith officiating.
Mrs. Rico was born March 22, 1919, in Mexico to Maxima Rodriguez. She lived in California for 24 years and moved to Loop in 2000. She was a Catholic.
She is survived by her husband--Juan of the home and one son--Telesforo Perez of Loop and by three grandchildren, five great-grandchildren and two great-great-grandchildren.
Brownfield News
submitted by Edgle Dyer
Maria Luisa Rico, 88, died March 4, 2008, in Brownfield. A graveside service was held, Friday, March 7, at Gaines County Cemetery in Loop with Mr. Ernest Smith officiating.
Mrs. Rico was born March 22, 1919, in Mexico to Maxima Rodriguez. She lived in California for 24 years and moved to Loop in 2000. She was a Catholic.
She is survived by her husband--Juan of the home and one son--Telesforo Perez of Loop and by three grandchildren, five great-grandchildren and two great-great-grandchildren.
Brownfield News
Obituary for Bobby "Sam" Riley, Jr.
submitted by Edgle Dyer Graveside services for Bobby "Sam" Riley, Jr., 47, of Brownfield will be at 2 pm Saturday, May 17, at Terry County Memorial Cemetery with Rev. Jody O'Briant officiating. Burial will be under the direction of Brownfield Funeral Home.
Sam passed away Thursday, May 15, 2008, in Lubbock. He was born February 7, 1961, in Amarillo to Bob and Rosemary Allen Riley.
He attended Pleasant Valley School and River Road High School in Amarillo. He then attended Amarillo Jr. College and moved to Brownfield in 2002. He is preceded in death by his mother in 2005 and his wife in 2007.
He is survived by his parents, Bob and Joy Riley, of Brownfield; two daughters, Samantha Riley of Amarillo and Lucy Riley of Orlando, Fla; three sisters, Lori Davila and her husband Alex of San Angelo, Angie Calder and her husband Dennis of Amarillo and Marcie Harris of Amarillo; a brother Terry Davis and his wife Sandra of Brownfield and several nieces and nephews.
Brownfield News
submitted by Edgle Dyer Graveside services for Bobby "Sam" Riley, Jr., 47, of Brownfield will be at 2 pm Saturday, May 17, at Terry County Memorial Cemetery with Rev. Jody O'Briant officiating. Burial will be under the direction of Brownfield Funeral Home.
Sam passed away Thursday, May 15, 2008, in Lubbock. He was born February 7, 1961, in Amarillo to Bob and Rosemary Allen Riley.
He attended Pleasant Valley School and River Road High School in Amarillo. He then attended Amarillo Jr. College and moved to Brownfield in 2002. He is preceded in death by his mother in 2005 and his wife in 2007.
He is survived by his parents, Bob and Joy Riley, of Brownfield; two daughters, Samantha Riley of Amarillo and Lucy Riley of Orlando, Fla; three sisters, Lori Davila and her husband Alex of San Angelo, Angie Calder and her husband Dennis of Amarillo and Marcie Harris of Amarillo; a brother Terry Davis and his wife Sandra of Brownfield and several nieces and nephews.
Brownfield News
Obituary for Ellen Louise Riley
submitted by Edgle Dyer
Services for Ellen Louise Riley, 79, of Brownfield were held Monday, Dec. 31, at Abundant Harvest Community Church with Rev. Lynn Dill officiating. Burial was in Terry County Memorial Cemetery.
Mrs. Riley died Friday, Dec. 28, 2007, in Lubbock. She was born May 28, 1928, in Sylvester to Delbert and Edith Davis. She attended school in McCaulley and Brownfield. She moved to Brownfield in 1942. She married J. V. Riley, May 18, 1946, in Lubbock.
She was a member of the Meadow Baptist Church.
Mrs. Riley is preceded in death by her parents and a brother--George Davis. She is survived by her husband--J.V. Riley of Brownfield; one daughter--Yvette Adams and her husband--Johnny of Brownfield. She is also survived by two grandchildren--Zane and Desirea Harris; three sisters--Margaret Davis, Wilma Kendrick and Merrel Foster and one brother- -Gerrel Davis.
Memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society and Abundant Harvest Church.
Brownfield News
submitted by Edgle Dyer
Services for Ellen Louise Riley, 79, of Brownfield were held Monday, Dec. 31, at Abundant Harvest Community Church with Rev. Lynn Dill officiating. Burial was in Terry County Memorial Cemetery.
Mrs. Riley died Friday, Dec. 28, 2007, in Lubbock. She was born May 28, 1928, in Sylvester to Delbert and Edith Davis. She attended school in McCaulley and Brownfield. She moved to Brownfield in 1942. She married J. V. Riley, May 18, 1946, in Lubbock.
She was a member of the Meadow Baptist Church.
Mrs. Riley is preceded in death by her parents and a brother--George Davis. She is survived by her husband--J.V. Riley of Brownfield; one daughter--Yvette Adams and her husband--Johnny of Brownfield. She is also survived by two grandchildren--Zane and Desirea Harris; three sisters--Margaret Davis, Wilma Kendrick and Merrel Foster and one brother- -Gerrel Davis.
Memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society and Abundant Harvest Church.
Brownfield News
Obituary for Joyce Louise Riley
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Services for Joyce Louise Riley, 65, of Brownfield were held Monday, August 31, 2009 at Immanuel Baptist Church with Rev. Jody O'Briant and Rev. Jon Patrick officiating. Burial was in Terry County Memorial Cemetery under the direction of Brownfield Funeral Home.
Joy was born December 17, 1943, in Muleshoe and attended Muleshoe and Lamesa schools. She married Robert "Bob" Thomas Riley, April 18, 1977, in Clovis, NM. She was a member of the Elks Lodge 903 and Immanuel Baptist Church. She is preceded in death by a son, Robert "Sam" T. Riley, Jr.
Joy is survived by her husband Bob Riley of Brownfield; a son, Terry Davis and wife Sandra of Brownfield; 3 daughters, Lori Davilla and husband Alex of San Angelo, Angie Calder and husband Dennis of Amarillo and Marcie Harris of Amarillo; her parents, Leon and Delsi Dove of Edenburg and Margie Taylor of Matador; 5 brothers, Dennis Dove and wife Raine of Denton, Ronnie Dove of Austin, Alan Dove and wife HaeSoo of Austin, David Taylor of Matador and Leslie Taylor of Lubbock; 2 sisters, Pricilla Bradley of Edenburg and Jan Martin of Matador; numerous grandchildren, great- grandchildren, nieces and nephews.
Brownfield News
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Services for Joyce Louise Riley, 65, of Brownfield were held Monday, August 31, 2009 at Immanuel Baptist Church with Rev. Jody O'Briant and Rev. Jon Patrick officiating. Burial was in Terry County Memorial Cemetery under the direction of Brownfield Funeral Home.
Joy was born December 17, 1943, in Muleshoe and attended Muleshoe and Lamesa schools. She married Robert "Bob" Thomas Riley, April 18, 1977, in Clovis, NM. She was a member of the Elks Lodge 903 and Immanuel Baptist Church. She is preceded in death by a son, Robert "Sam" T. Riley, Jr.
Joy is survived by her husband Bob Riley of Brownfield; a son, Terry Davis and wife Sandra of Brownfield; 3 daughters, Lori Davilla and husband Alex of San Angelo, Angie Calder and husband Dennis of Amarillo and Marcie Harris of Amarillo; her parents, Leon and Delsi Dove of Edenburg and Margie Taylor of Matador; 5 brothers, Dennis Dove and wife Raine of Denton, Ronnie Dove of Austin, Alan Dove and wife HaeSoo of Austin, David Taylor of Matador and Leslie Taylor of Lubbock; 2 sisters, Pricilla Bradley of Edenburg and Jan Martin of Matador; numerous grandchildren, great- grandchildren, nieces and nephews.
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Obituary for Velton W. Riley
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Services for Velton W. Riley, 82, of Brownfield will be 3 p.m., Thursday, Dec. 13, at Brownfield Funeral Home Memorial Chapel with Chaplin Jim Bush officiating. Burial will follow in Terry County Memorial Cemetery under the direction of Brownfield Funeral Home.
Velton passed away Monday, Dec. 10, 2007, in Carlsbad, TX. He was born Jan. 26, 1925, in Lamesa to Ellis V. and Mattie Imo Riley. He moved with his family from Ralls to Brownfield in 1942. He is preceded in death by a brother Vaughn in 1936.
Velton is survived by his sisters, Leota Hinson and Freddie Tatum of Brownfield; a brother, J.V. Riley and his wife Louise of Brownfield; several nieces and nephews.
Brownfield News
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Services for Velton W. Riley, 82, of Brownfield will be 3 p.m., Thursday, Dec. 13, at Brownfield Funeral Home Memorial Chapel with Chaplin Jim Bush officiating. Burial will follow in Terry County Memorial Cemetery under the direction of Brownfield Funeral Home.
Velton passed away Monday, Dec. 10, 2007, in Carlsbad, TX. He was born Jan. 26, 1925, in Lamesa to Ellis V. and Mattie Imo Riley. He moved with his family from Ralls to Brownfield in 1942. He is preceded in death by a brother Vaughn in 1936.
Velton is survived by his sisters, Leota Hinson and Freddie Tatum of Brownfield; a brother, J.V. Riley and his wife Louise of Brownfield; several nieces and nephews.
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Obituary for Wanda Louise Riley
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Services for Wanda Louise Riley, 73, of Brownfield were held at 2 p.m. Friday, December 3, 2010, at Brownfield Funeral Home Memorial Chapel with Rev. Travis Curry officiating. Burial was in Terry County Memorial Cemetery under the direction of Brownfield Funeral Home.
Wanda passed away Tuesday, November 30, 2010, in Brownfield. She was born May 26, 1937, in Lamesa to W. C. and Hazel Gruben. She attended Union Schools.
She is preceded in death by a son, Marvin McCullough in 1996 and her parents. She was a member of Bethel Baptist Church.
Wanda is survived by a son, David McCullough of Pikeville, N.C. two grandchildren, Stephen McCullough of Pikeville, N.C. and Hollie Denton of Austin; a great granddaughter, Alayna McCullough of Pikeville, N.C.; a sister, Barbara Lawlis and husband Steve of Brownfield; and a brother, Kenneth Gruben and wife Barbara of Forest Hill, LA.
Brownfield News
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Services for Wanda Louise Riley, 73, of Brownfield were held at 2 p.m. Friday, December 3, 2010, at Brownfield Funeral Home Memorial Chapel with Rev. Travis Curry officiating. Burial was in Terry County Memorial Cemetery under the direction of Brownfield Funeral Home.
Wanda passed away Tuesday, November 30, 2010, in Brownfield. She was born May 26, 1937, in Lamesa to W. C. and Hazel Gruben. She attended Union Schools.
She is preceded in death by a son, Marvin McCullough in 1996 and her parents. She was a member of Bethel Baptist Church.
Wanda is survived by a son, David McCullough of Pikeville, N.C. two grandchildren, Stephen McCullough of Pikeville, N.C. and Hollie Denton of Austin; a great granddaughter, Alayna McCullough of Pikeville, N.C.; a sister, Barbara Lawlis and husband Steve of Brownfield; and a brother, Kenneth Gruben and wife Barbara of Forest Hill, LA.
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Obituary for Carmel Banda Rivera
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Carmel Banda Rivera, 91, of Brownfield died Sunday, April 1, 2007, in Lubbock. Services will be at 10 a.m. Thursday, April 5, at St. Anthony's Catholic Church with Father Gerald Leatham officiating. Burial will follow at the Terry County Memorial Cemetery.
Carmel was born on July 16, 1915, to Cresencio and Aniseta Banda in Yorktown. She married Carlos Rivera on Oct. 15, 1935 in Yorktown. They moved to Brownfield in 1965. He preceded her in death on Feb. 14, 1988. In 1995 she moved to Woodrow to live with her daughter, Essie.
She is also preceded in death by her parents, two children; Carolina and Gilbert Rivera, and her siblings; Jose Angel Banda, Bentura Banda, Martin Olvera, and Margaret Rossett.
She is survived by five daughters; Matilda Pena and her husband, Gilbert, of Corpus Christi, Mary Moreno and her husband, Raymond, of Lubbock, Esabel Galvan of Odessa, Essie Elizardo and her husband, Amador, of Woodrow, and Emily Smith and her husband, Robert, of Kempner.
She is also survived by 19 grandchildren, numerous great grandchildren, two sisters; Marcelina Moreno of Santa Fe, Texas, and Pauline Compeon and her husband Ynes of Victoria and one brother; Thomas Banda and his wife, Connie, of Cuero.
Brownfield News
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Carmel Banda Rivera, 91, of Brownfield died Sunday, April 1, 2007, in Lubbock. Services will be at 10 a.m. Thursday, April 5, at St. Anthony's Catholic Church with Father Gerald Leatham officiating. Burial will follow at the Terry County Memorial Cemetery.
Carmel was born on July 16, 1915, to Cresencio and Aniseta Banda in Yorktown. She married Carlos Rivera on Oct. 15, 1935 in Yorktown. They moved to Brownfield in 1965. He preceded her in death on Feb. 14, 1988. In 1995 she moved to Woodrow to live with her daughter, Essie.
She is also preceded in death by her parents, two children; Carolina and Gilbert Rivera, and her siblings; Jose Angel Banda, Bentura Banda, Martin Olvera, and Margaret Rossett.
She is survived by five daughters; Matilda Pena and her husband, Gilbert, of Corpus Christi, Mary Moreno and her husband, Raymond, of Lubbock, Esabel Galvan of Odessa, Essie Elizardo and her husband, Amador, of Woodrow, and Emily Smith and her husband, Robert, of Kempner.
She is also survived by 19 grandchildren, numerous great grandchildren, two sisters; Marcelina Moreno of Santa Fe, Texas, and Pauline Compeon and her husband Ynes of Victoria and one brother; Thomas Banda and his wife, Connie, of Cuero.
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Obituary for Cesario Medina Rivera
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Services for Cesario Medina Rivera, 81, of Brownfield were held Wednesday, Sept. 6, in St. Anthony's Catholic Church with Rev. Gerald Letham officiating. Burial was in Terry County Memorial Cemetery.
Mr. Rivera died Sunday, Sept. 3, 2006 in Lubbock. He was born June 17, 1925 in George West to Andres and Antonia Rivera and was married to Consuelo Constancio on Nov. 26, 1948 in Brownfield.
He moved to Brownfield in 1947. He owned and operated Cecil's Trim Shop and Barber Shop for 35 years until his retirement in 1986. He was a World War II U.S. Army veteran and was a member of the American Legion.
He is survived by his wife; three daughters---Ismeralda Garcia and her husband, Reuben, of Round Rock, Nancy Bosquez and her husband, Abel, of Amarillo and Carmina Mitchell of Lubbock, and two sons---Robert and Randy and his wife, Theresa, all of Round Rock.
He is also survived by three sisters---Lupe Caberera of Brownfield, Santos Deanda of Jal, N.M. and Francis Resendez of Orange Grove and one brother---Jake of Brownfield. He is also survived by 11 grandchildren, 15 great-grandchildren and one great-great-grandchild.
Pallbearers were his grandsons---Steve and Tommy Gutierrez, Santos Flores, Danny Rodriguez and Michael and Randy Pierce.
Brownfield News
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Services for Cesario Medina Rivera, 81, of Brownfield were held Wednesday, Sept. 6, in St. Anthony's Catholic Church with Rev. Gerald Letham officiating. Burial was in Terry County Memorial Cemetery.
Mr. Rivera died Sunday, Sept. 3, 2006 in Lubbock. He was born June 17, 1925 in George West to Andres and Antonia Rivera and was married to Consuelo Constancio on Nov. 26, 1948 in Brownfield.
He moved to Brownfield in 1947. He owned and operated Cecil's Trim Shop and Barber Shop for 35 years until his retirement in 1986. He was a World War II U.S. Army veteran and was a member of the American Legion.
He is survived by his wife; three daughters---Ismeralda Garcia and her husband, Reuben, of Round Rock, Nancy Bosquez and her husband, Abel, of Amarillo and Carmina Mitchell of Lubbock, and two sons---Robert and Randy and his wife, Theresa, all of Round Rock.
He is also survived by three sisters---Lupe Caberera of Brownfield, Santos Deanda of Jal, N.M. and Francis Resendez of Orange Grove and one brother---Jake of Brownfield. He is also survived by 11 grandchildren, 15 great-grandchildren and one great-great-grandchild.
Pallbearers were his grandsons---Steve and Tommy Gutierrez, Santos Flores, Danny Rodriguez and Michael and Randy Pierce.
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Obituary for "Paco" Alfredo Rivera, Jr.
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"Paco" Alfredo Rivera Jr., age 36, of Brownfield passed away Friday, May 30, 2008, at his residence in Brownfield.
A rosary was prayed Sunday, June 1, at Mark A. Jones Memorial Chapel in Brownfield. The Funeral Mass was held Monday, June 2 at St. Anthony's Catholic Church with Father Gerald Leatham officiating. Burial followed in Brownfield Cemetery.
Mr. Rivera was born on August 4, 1971, in Lubbock to Alfredo and Elvira Rivera. He attended school in Brownfield. He has lived in Brownfield all of his life.
"Paco" will be remembered by his family as a man who was passionate about life. He was always willing to help anyone he could up to the time of his death. His hobbies included barbecuing and telling jokes. His love was his daughter, mom and family.
Those left to cherish his memories include one daughter, Kimery Rivera of Odessa, his parents, Alfredo, Sr. and Elvira Rivera of Brownfield, grandmother Olivia Rivera, two brothers, Daniel Longoria of Abilene and Freddie Ramirez of Brownfield, four sisters, Liza Flores, Sonja Rivera, Monica Garcia and Amber Rivera, all of Brownfield, three nieces and four nephews.
He was preceded in death by his maternal grandmother, Olivia Martinez, and his paternal grandfather, Bonafacio Rivera.
Personal services are being provided by Mark A. Jones Funeral Directors of Brownfield.
Brownfield News
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"Paco" Alfredo Rivera Jr., age 36, of Brownfield passed away Friday, May 30, 2008, at his residence in Brownfield.
A rosary was prayed Sunday, June 1, at Mark A. Jones Memorial Chapel in Brownfield. The Funeral Mass was held Monday, June 2 at St. Anthony's Catholic Church with Father Gerald Leatham officiating. Burial followed in Brownfield Cemetery.
Mr. Rivera was born on August 4, 1971, in Lubbock to Alfredo and Elvira Rivera. He attended school in Brownfield. He has lived in Brownfield all of his life.
"Paco" will be remembered by his family as a man who was passionate about life. He was always willing to help anyone he could up to the time of his death. His hobbies included barbecuing and telling jokes. His love was his daughter, mom and family.
Those left to cherish his memories include one daughter, Kimery Rivera of Odessa, his parents, Alfredo, Sr. and Elvira Rivera of Brownfield, grandmother Olivia Rivera, two brothers, Daniel Longoria of Abilene and Freddie Ramirez of Brownfield, four sisters, Liza Flores, Sonja Rivera, Monica Garcia and Amber Rivera, all of Brownfield, three nieces and four nephews.
He was preceded in death by his maternal grandmother, Olivia Martinez, and his paternal grandfather, Bonafacio Rivera.
Personal services are being provided by Mark A. Jones Funeral Directors of Brownfield.
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Obituary for Jewel Mack (Joyce) Roberts
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Services for Jewel Mack (Joyce) Roberts, 87, of Lubbock and formerly of Brownfield will be at 10 a.m. Tuesday, at Brownfield Funeral Home Memorial Chapel with Rev. Chris Seaton officiating. Burial will be in Brownfield Cemetery under the direction of Brownfield Funeral Home.
Jewel Mack passed away Friday, January 28, 2011, in Lubbock. She was born in Hermleigh, Texas on June 6, 1923, to Hardin and Jewell M. Joyce and moved with her parents to Brownfield where she graduated from Brownfield High School.
Jewel Mack attended Texas Tech University and received a B.A. Degree in Architecture from the University of Nebraska. She lived in Midland 1957-1960, Dallas from 1960 to 1973 and most recently resided in Lubbock. She designed Colleges, Hospitals, Schools and taught at Texas Tech University and Central Texas College in the Architectural Departments.
She was a member of Brownfield First Baptist Church. Jewel Mack is survived by a brother, Hardin Joyce, Jr.
submitted by Edgle Dyer
Services for Jewel Mack (Joyce) Roberts, 87, of Lubbock and formerly of Brownfield will be at 10 a.m. Tuesday, at Brownfield Funeral Home Memorial Chapel with Rev. Chris Seaton officiating. Burial will be in Brownfield Cemetery under the direction of Brownfield Funeral Home.
Jewel Mack passed away Friday, January 28, 2011, in Lubbock. She was born in Hermleigh, Texas on June 6, 1923, to Hardin and Jewell M. Joyce and moved with her parents to Brownfield where she graduated from Brownfield High School.
Jewel Mack attended Texas Tech University and received a B.A. Degree in Architecture from the University of Nebraska. She lived in Midland 1957-1960, Dallas from 1960 to 1973 and most recently resided in Lubbock. She designed Colleges, Hospitals, Schools and taught at Texas Tech University and Central Texas College in the Architectural Departments.
She was a member of Brownfield First Baptist Church. Jewel Mack is survived by a brother, Hardin Joyce, Jr.
Obituary for Carol Ann Robertson
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Memorial services for Carol Ann Robertson, 72, of Brownfield will be at 2 pm, Wednesday, July 27, 2011, at Brownfield Church of Christ with Bob Reynolds officiating. Burial will be in Terry County Memorial Cemetery under the direction of the Brownfield Funeral Home.
The family will receive visitors from 6-8 pm Tuesday at the funeral home.
Carol passed away Sunday, July 24, 2011, at her home in Brownfield. She was born October 13, 1938, in Littlefield, Texas to Ford and Pearl Bishop. She graduated from Spade High School. Carol married Don Robertson on May 19, 1956 in Littlefield. They moved to Brownfield in 1958. She and Don have worked together in the ownership of their electric business for over 40 years. She was a member of the Brownfield Church of Christ.
Carol is survived by her husband of 55 years, Don; 4 sons, Ricky and wife Missy of Brownfield, Dickie and wife Cindy of Brownfield, Michael and wife Heather of Katy, and Mickey of Brownfield; 9 grandchildren and 9 great grandchildren; and a brother, Henry Bishop, of San Angelo.
In lieu of flowers the family suggests memorials to the Brownfield Church of Christ Building Fund.
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Memorial services for Carol Ann Robertson, 72, of Brownfield will be at 2 pm, Wednesday, July 27, 2011, at Brownfield Church of Christ with Bob Reynolds officiating. Burial will be in Terry County Memorial Cemetery under the direction of the Brownfield Funeral Home.
The family will receive visitors from 6-8 pm Tuesday at the funeral home.
Carol passed away Sunday, July 24, 2011, at her home in Brownfield. She was born October 13, 1938, in Littlefield, Texas to Ford and Pearl Bishop. She graduated from Spade High School. Carol married Don Robertson on May 19, 1956 in Littlefield. They moved to Brownfield in 1958. She and Don have worked together in the ownership of their electric business for over 40 years. She was a member of the Brownfield Church of Christ.
Carol is survived by her husband of 55 years, Don; 4 sons, Ricky and wife Missy of Brownfield, Dickie and wife Cindy of Brownfield, Michael and wife Heather of Katy, and Mickey of Brownfield; 9 grandchildren and 9 great grandchildren; and a brother, Henry Bishop, of San Angelo.
In lieu of flowers the family suggests memorials to the Brownfield Church of Christ Building Fund.
Obituary for Shirley Roberts
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Shirley Roberts, 65, of Brownfield passed away on November 14, 2011, in Lubbock. Graveside services for will be 1 p.m. Friday, November 18, 2011, in the Terry County Memorial Cemetery with Rev. Steve Carter officiating. The family will be receiving friends at Brownfield Funeral Home Thursday, November 17, 2011, from 6pm-8pm.
Shirley was born on October 7, 1946, to George T. Roberts and Maudie D. Upchurch in Vernon, TX., and moved to Brownfield in 1993. She is preceded in death by her parents, one sister, and four brothers.
She is survived by two sisters, Evone Spears of Brownfield and Vina Mason of Lovington, NM, and many nieces, nephews, great -nieces and great- nephews
Pallbearers will include: Glenn Willis, Jay Spears, Charles Dodson, Cody Dodson, Chris Dodson, and Johnny Crawford.
Brownfield News
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Shirley Roberts, 65, of Brownfield passed away on November 14, 2011, in Lubbock. Graveside services for will be 1 p.m. Friday, November 18, 2011, in the Terry County Memorial Cemetery with Rev. Steve Carter officiating. The family will be receiving friends at Brownfield Funeral Home Thursday, November 17, 2011, from 6pm-8pm.
Shirley was born on October 7, 1946, to George T. Roberts and Maudie D. Upchurch in Vernon, TX., and moved to Brownfield in 1993. She is preceded in death by her parents, one sister, and four brothers.
She is survived by two sisters, Evone Spears of Brownfield and Vina Mason of Lovington, NM, and many nieces, nephews, great -nieces and great- nephews
Pallbearers will include: Glenn Willis, Jay Spears, Charles Dodson, Cody Dodson, Chris Dodson, and Johnny Crawford.
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Obituary for George Wendell Roberts
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George Wendell Roberts, 80, of Brownfield passed away Sunday, July 4, 2010, in Lubbock. Services were held at 10 a.m., Wednesday, July 7, at Bethel Baptist Church with Rev. Brit Atkins and Rev. Travis Curry officiating. Burial was in Terry County Memorial Cemetery under the direction of Brownfield Funeral Home.
Wendell was born September 16, 1929, in Boone, Oklahoma to Guymon J. and Viola Roberts. He moved to Brownfield in 1959 and married Lora Virginia "Ginger" Day there on June 4, 1959. He was a farmer. He is preceded in death by his parents, a son, Ricky Roberts and a brother Wayne Roberts.
Wendell is survived by his wife of 51 years, Ginger Roberts of Brownfield; a son, E.W. Heathcoat and wife Wanda of Odessa; two daughters, Gayle Cunnington and husband Guy of Denver, CO. and Brenda Turnbow and husband Byron of Brownfield; two brothers, Don Roberts and Gary Roberts both of Lawton, OK; several grandchildren and great grandchildren; a daughter-in-law, Joanna Roberts of Toms River, NJ.
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George Wendell Roberts, 80, of Brownfield passed away Sunday, July 4, 2010, in Lubbock. Services were held at 10 a.m., Wednesday, July 7, at Bethel Baptist Church with Rev. Brit Atkins and Rev. Travis Curry officiating. Burial was in Terry County Memorial Cemetery under the direction of Brownfield Funeral Home.
Wendell was born September 16, 1929, in Boone, Oklahoma to Guymon J. and Viola Roberts. He moved to Brownfield in 1959 and married Lora Virginia "Ginger" Day there on June 4, 1959. He was a farmer. He is preceded in death by his parents, a son, Ricky Roberts and a brother Wayne Roberts.
Wendell is survived by his wife of 51 years, Ginger Roberts of Brownfield; a son, E.W. Heathcoat and wife Wanda of Odessa; two daughters, Gayle Cunnington and husband Guy of Denver, CO. and Brenda Turnbow and husband Byron of Brownfield; two brothers, Don Roberts and Gary Roberts both of Lawton, OK; several grandchildren and great grandchildren; a daughter-in-law, Joanna Roberts of Toms River, NJ.
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Obituary for Celia Robles
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Celia Robles, age 89 passed away Monday, January 25, 2010, in Brownfield.
Funeral Services for Mrs. Robles were held Friday, January 29, 2010, at 10:00 A.M. at El Shaddai Church in Brownfield with Pastor Genaro Guerrero officiating. Burial followed in Brownfield Cemetery. Personal services were under the direction of Mark A. Jones Funeral Directors of Brownfield.
Celia was born August 22, 1920, to George and Maria Prado, Sr. in Wheelock, Texas. She moved to Brownfield in 1999 from Welch.
Her family remembers how she loved to sew, crochet and knit, and cook for her family. During her life time Mrs. Robles worked as a private home health care provider.
Those left to cherish her memory are her Son, Adam Robles of Brownfield; 5 Daughters: Estella Guajardo of Lamesa, Virginia Martinez and Janie Guzman of Welch and Carmen Velez and Silvia Mondragon of Lubbock; 5 Brothers: Gilbert Prado, Roy Prado and Benny Prado all of Lubbock, George Prado Jr of Stephenville and Johnny Prado of Austin and her sister, Margaret Prado of Austin. She also leaves behind 39 Grandchildren, 26 Great Grandchildren and 3 Great Great Grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by her parents George and Maria Prado, Sr.; her husband of 34 years, Juan Robles, Sr.; 2 Sons: John Robles, Jr. and Gilbert Robles and 2 Brothers and 3 Sisters.
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Celia Robles, age 89 passed away Monday, January 25, 2010, in Brownfield.
Funeral Services for Mrs. Robles were held Friday, January 29, 2010, at 10:00 A.M. at El Shaddai Church in Brownfield with Pastor Genaro Guerrero officiating. Burial followed in Brownfield Cemetery. Personal services were under the direction of Mark A. Jones Funeral Directors of Brownfield.
Celia was born August 22, 1920, to George and Maria Prado, Sr. in Wheelock, Texas. She moved to Brownfield in 1999 from Welch.
Her family remembers how she loved to sew, crochet and knit, and cook for her family. During her life time Mrs. Robles worked as a private home health care provider.
Those left to cherish her memory are her Son, Adam Robles of Brownfield; 5 Daughters: Estella Guajardo of Lamesa, Virginia Martinez and Janie Guzman of Welch and Carmen Velez and Silvia Mondragon of Lubbock; 5 Brothers: Gilbert Prado, Roy Prado and Benny Prado all of Lubbock, George Prado Jr of Stephenville and Johnny Prado of Austin and her sister, Margaret Prado of Austin. She also leaves behind 39 Grandchildren, 26 Great Grandchildren and 3 Great Great Grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by her parents George and Maria Prado, Sr.; her husband of 34 years, Juan Robles, Sr.; 2 Sons: John Robles, Jr. and Gilbert Robles and 2 Brothers and 3 Sisters.
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Obituary for Elven Dan Rockey
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Services for Elven Dan Rockey, 68, of Brownfield will be 2pm, Monday, June 18, 2012, at Immanuel Baptist Church with Bro. Wayne Shelton, Bro. James Shelton and Bro. Henry Shelton officiating. Burial will be in Brownfield Cemetery under the direction of Brownfield Funeral Home.
The family will receive visitors at the funeral home on Sunday from 6-8pm.
Dan passed away Friday, June 15, 2012, in Brownfield. He was born December 5, 1943, in Ft. Worth to Johnny and Viola (Slater) Rockey. He attended Brownfield and Gomez schools. He was a U.S. Army Veteran. Dan married Donna Belle Shelton on June 29, 1970, in Terry County. He was a truck driver for many years. He was a member of the Terry County Sheriff's Posse and Immanuel Baptist Church. He is preceded in death by his parents, 2 sisters and a brother.
Dan is survived by his wife Donna Rockey of Brownfield; 2 sons, Aubrey Rockey and wife Esther of Brownfield and Danny Rockey and wife Kim of Alton, MO; 3 grandchildren, Lane Rockey of Brownfield, James Rockey and Cheyenne Rockey of Lubbock; a brother, Melvin Rockey of Albuquerque, NM; a sister, Emily Mason of Kansas; 2 grandchildren Jeanine Hill and husband Hayden of Salem, MO; great grandson, Garret Hill of Salem, MO; several nieces and nephews.
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Services for Elven Dan Rockey, 68, of Brownfield will be 2pm, Monday, June 18, 2012, at Immanuel Baptist Church with Bro. Wayne Shelton, Bro. James Shelton and Bro. Henry Shelton officiating. Burial will be in Brownfield Cemetery under the direction of Brownfield Funeral Home.
The family will receive visitors at the funeral home on Sunday from 6-8pm.
Dan passed away Friday, June 15, 2012, in Brownfield. He was born December 5, 1943, in Ft. Worth to Johnny and Viola (Slater) Rockey. He attended Brownfield and Gomez schools. He was a U.S. Army Veteran. Dan married Donna Belle Shelton on June 29, 1970, in Terry County. He was a truck driver for many years. He was a member of the Terry County Sheriff's Posse and Immanuel Baptist Church. He is preceded in death by his parents, 2 sisters and a brother.
Dan is survived by his wife Donna Rockey of Brownfield; 2 sons, Aubrey Rockey and wife Esther of Brownfield and Danny Rockey and wife Kim of Alton, MO; 3 grandchildren, Lane Rockey of Brownfield, James Rockey and Cheyenne Rockey of Lubbock; a brother, Melvin Rockey of Albuquerque, NM; a sister, Emily Mason of Kansas; 2 grandchildren Jeanine Hill and husband Hayden of Salem, MO; great grandson, Garret Hill of Salem, MO; several nieces and nephews.
Obituary for Mary I. Rodolph
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Memorial services for Mary I. Rodolph, 86, of Brownfield were held Tuesday, Aug. 1, in the Brownfield First United Methodist Church with Rev. Charles Addington officiating. Cremation was under the direction of Combest-Miller Mortuary and Crematory of Floydada.
Rodolph died Friday, July 28, 2006 in Brownfield. She was born Sept. 21, 1919 in Cushing, Okla., and was married to Max Rodolph on Nov. 19, 1944 in Cleveland, Okla. She was raised in Cleveland, Okla., where she graduated from high school. She also graduated from Oklahoma College for Women with a B.S. Degree in Economics in 1941. She taught school in Rush Springs, Okla.
Rodolph and her husband moved to Brownfield in 1981 from Hobbs, N.M. where they had lived for 35 years. She was a member of the Brownfield First United Methodist Church.
She is survived by her husband; two daughters, Jeanne Howarth of Gum Springs, Va. and Gwen Taylor of Midland; one son, Bill of Ruidoso, N.M.; and one sister, Lurene Bivin of Stroud, Okla.
She is also survived by three grandsons, Derick Rodolph of Lubbock, Ward Howarth of Richmond, Va. and Ben Taylor of Midland; three granddaughters, Courtney Howarth of Richmond, Va., and Katy and Emily Taylor, both of Midland.
She is also survived by two great-grandsons, Christian and Corey Rodolph, both of Lubbock. Memorials may be made to the Brownfield First United Methodist Church.
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Memorial services for Mary I. Rodolph, 86, of Brownfield were held Tuesday, Aug. 1, in the Brownfield First United Methodist Church with Rev. Charles Addington officiating. Cremation was under the direction of Combest-Miller Mortuary and Crematory of Floydada.
Rodolph died Friday, July 28, 2006 in Brownfield. She was born Sept. 21, 1919 in Cushing, Okla., and was married to Max Rodolph on Nov. 19, 1944 in Cleveland, Okla. She was raised in Cleveland, Okla., where she graduated from high school. She also graduated from Oklahoma College for Women with a B.S. Degree in Economics in 1941. She taught school in Rush Springs, Okla.
Rodolph and her husband moved to Brownfield in 1981 from Hobbs, N.M. where they had lived for 35 years. She was a member of the Brownfield First United Methodist Church.
She is survived by her husband; two daughters, Jeanne Howarth of Gum Springs, Va. and Gwen Taylor of Midland; one son, Bill of Ruidoso, N.M.; and one sister, Lurene Bivin of Stroud, Okla.
She is also survived by three grandsons, Derick Rodolph of Lubbock, Ward Howarth of Richmond, Va. and Ben Taylor of Midland; three granddaughters, Courtney Howarth of Richmond, Va., and Katy and Emily Taylor, both of Midland.
She is also survived by two great-grandsons, Christian and Corey Rodolph, both of Lubbock. Memorials may be made to the Brownfield First United Methodist Church.
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Obituary for Geraldo Rodriquez
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Graveside services for Geraldo Rodriquez, 58, of Amarillo, were held Wednesday, July 5, 2006, in Brownfield Cemetery with Father Gerald Leatham officiating.
He died Saturday, July 1, 2006 in Amarillo. He was born near Morton to Charles and Cruz Rodriquez on Jan. 26, 1948. He was raised in Brownfield and moved to Amarillo in 1996.
He is survived by his mother--Cruz Rodriquez; six brothers--Juan of Denver, Colo., Ramon of Greeley, Colo., Jose of Commerce City, Colo., Erasmo of Brownfield, Gabriel of Brush, Colo. and Adam of Fort Morgan, Colo. He is also survived by five sisters--Sara Rodriquez of Brownfield, Estella Michaels of Scottsdale, Ariz., Lucia Wies of Salt Lake City, Utah., Jeri Ann Hernandez of Hollins, Ala. and Christian Flores of Odessa.
He was preceded in death by his father, Charles, in 2004 and one brother, Lucas, in 1962. Pallbearers were his brothers and nephews.
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Graveside services for Geraldo Rodriquez, 58, of Amarillo, were held Wednesday, July 5, 2006, in Brownfield Cemetery with Father Gerald Leatham officiating.
He died Saturday, July 1, 2006 in Amarillo. He was born near Morton to Charles and Cruz Rodriquez on Jan. 26, 1948. He was raised in Brownfield and moved to Amarillo in 1996.
He is survived by his mother--Cruz Rodriquez; six brothers--Juan of Denver, Colo., Ramon of Greeley, Colo., Jose of Commerce City, Colo., Erasmo of Brownfield, Gabriel of Brush, Colo. and Adam of Fort Morgan, Colo. He is also survived by five sisters--Sara Rodriquez of Brownfield, Estella Michaels of Scottsdale, Ariz., Lucia Wies of Salt Lake City, Utah., Jeri Ann Hernandez of Hollins, Ala. and Christian Flores of Odessa.
He was preceded in death by his father, Charles, in 2004 and one brother, Lucas, in 1962. Pallbearers were his brothers and nephews.
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Obituary for Josefa H. Rodriguez
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Services for Josefa H. Rodriguez, 99, of Brownfield, will be held at 2 p.m., Friday, May 26, 2006, in St. Anthony's Catholic Church with Father Gerald Leatham officiating. Burial will be in Brownfield Cemetery.
Mrs. Rodriguez died Tuesday, May 23, 2006, in Brownfield. She was born March 5, 1907, in San Luis Potosi, Mexico, and was married to Juan Rodriguez in 1926 in Austin.
Mrs. Rodriguez and her husband moved to Brownfield in 1938. She was employed at the Village Grill for 36 years. She was a member of St. Anthony's Catholic Church and the Guadalupanas Women's Organization.
She is survived by six sons: Leonard Rodriguez of Brownfield, Lazaro Rodriguez of Lubbock, Joe Rodriguez of San Angelo, Eugene Rodriguez of Lansing, Mich., Pete Flores of Santa Rosa, Texas, and Domingo Alvarado of Cheyenne, Wyo. She is also survived by five daughters: Margretia Grimaldo, Dominga Garcia and Margie Garcia all of Brownfield, Ernestina Sotello of San Antonio and Juanita Flores of Mason.
She is also survived by many, many grandchildren, great-grandchildren and great-great grandchildren.
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Services for Josefa H. Rodriguez, 99, of Brownfield, will be held at 2 p.m., Friday, May 26, 2006, in St. Anthony's Catholic Church with Father Gerald Leatham officiating. Burial will be in Brownfield Cemetery.
Mrs. Rodriguez died Tuesday, May 23, 2006, in Brownfield. She was born March 5, 1907, in San Luis Potosi, Mexico, and was married to Juan Rodriguez in 1926 in Austin.
Mrs. Rodriguez and her husband moved to Brownfield in 1938. She was employed at the Village Grill for 36 years. She was a member of St. Anthony's Catholic Church and the Guadalupanas Women's Organization.
She is survived by six sons: Leonard Rodriguez of Brownfield, Lazaro Rodriguez of Lubbock, Joe Rodriguez of San Angelo, Eugene Rodriguez of Lansing, Mich., Pete Flores of Santa Rosa, Texas, and Domingo Alvarado of Cheyenne, Wyo. She is also survived by five daughters: Margretia Grimaldo, Dominga Garcia and Margie Garcia all of Brownfield, Ernestina Sotello of San Antonio and Juanita Flores of Mason.
She is also survived by many, many grandchildren, great-grandchildren and great-great grandchildren.
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Obituary for Maria Rodriguez
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Maria Rodriguez, 63, of Brownfield died March 27, 2008. Services will be at 2 p.m. Monday, March 31, at Templo Betel Church with Rev. Santos Gamez officiating. Internment will follow at the Brownfield Cemetery under the direction of Brownfield Funeral Home.
Maria was born on May 14, 1944, in Rosenberg, Texas to Benito and Dolores Rivera. She moved with her family to Brownfield in 1956 and married Pedro Rodriguez in 1975 in Brownfield. She worked as a caregiver for the elderly in home health for many years. Maria was a member of Templo Betel Church.
She is survived by her husband, Pedro Rodriguez of Brownfield; her daughter, Ignacia Mendez of Brownfield, five grandchildren; two great grandchildren; two brothers, Benito Rivera, Jr. of Brownfield and Pablo Garza of Richmond, TX; and two sisters, Celia Valdez of Brownfield and Carol Moreno of Brownfield.
She is preceded in death by a son, Victor Garcia; two daughters, Dolores Galindo and Maria Victoria Garcia; and two brothers, Jessie Rivera and Guillermo Rivera.
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Maria Rodriguez, 63, of Brownfield died March 27, 2008. Services will be at 2 p.m. Monday, March 31, at Templo Betel Church with Rev. Santos Gamez officiating. Internment will follow at the Brownfield Cemetery under the direction of Brownfield Funeral Home.
Maria was born on May 14, 1944, in Rosenberg, Texas to Benito and Dolores Rivera. She moved with her family to Brownfield in 1956 and married Pedro Rodriguez in 1975 in Brownfield. She worked as a caregiver for the elderly in home health for many years. Maria was a member of Templo Betel Church.
She is survived by her husband, Pedro Rodriguez of Brownfield; her daughter, Ignacia Mendez of Brownfield, five grandchildren; two great grandchildren; two brothers, Benito Rivera, Jr. of Brownfield and Pablo Garza of Richmond, TX; and two sisters, Celia Valdez of Brownfield and Carol Moreno of Brownfield.
She is preceded in death by a son, Victor Garcia; two daughters, Dolores Galindo and Maria Victoria Garcia; and two brothers, Jessie Rivera and Guillermo Rivera.
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Obituary for Maria Dillard Rodriguez
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Maria Dillard Rodriguez, 69, of Brownfield died on Sunday, June 22, 2008, in Amarillo. Services will be at 2 p.m. Wednesday, June 25, at the Greater Vision Church in Brownfield with Rev. Jimmy Vela officiating. Interment will follow in the Brownfield Cemetery.
Maria was born on July 20, 1938, to David and Juanita Dillard in Charlotte, Texas. She moved to Brownfield in the 1950's, where she attended schools.
She is survived by two daughters, Cynthia Rodriguez and her husband Freddy, of Amarillo and Amalia Ramirez and her husband Willie, of Brownfield; four sons, Earnesto Jimenez and his wife Joann of Fort Worth, Miguel Rodriguez of Brownfield, Ruben Rodriguez and his wife Sylvia of Lubbock, and Lupe Rodriguez and his wife Rosa of Lubbock; 29 grandchildren; numerous great-grandchildren; three brothers, Jacob Dillard of Brownfield, David Dillard of Brownfield, and Frank Dillard of Brownfield; and three sisters,Adilena Villareal of Amarillo, Mercella Aguilar of Amarillo, and Audona Garcia of Brownfield.
She is preceded in death by her parents, a son, John Jimenez and a grandson, Freddy Rodriguez in 1976.
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Maria Dillard Rodriguez, 69, of Brownfield died on Sunday, June 22, 2008, in Amarillo. Services will be at 2 p.m. Wednesday, June 25, at the Greater Vision Church in Brownfield with Rev. Jimmy Vela officiating. Interment will follow in the Brownfield Cemetery.
Maria was born on July 20, 1938, to David and Juanita Dillard in Charlotte, Texas. She moved to Brownfield in the 1950's, where she attended schools.
She is survived by two daughters, Cynthia Rodriguez and her husband Freddy, of Amarillo and Amalia Ramirez and her husband Willie, of Brownfield; four sons, Earnesto Jimenez and his wife Joann of Fort Worth, Miguel Rodriguez of Brownfield, Ruben Rodriguez and his wife Sylvia of Lubbock, and Lupe Rodriguez and his wife Rosa of Lubbock; 29 grandchildren; numerous great-grandchildren; three brothers, Jacob Dillard of Brownfield, David Dillard of Brownfield, and Frank Dillard of Brownfield; and three sisters,Adilena Villareal of Amarillo, Mercella Aguilar of Amarillo, and Audona Garcia of Brownfield.
She is preceded in death by her parents, a son, John Jimenez and a grandson, Freddy Rodriguez in 1976.
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Obituary for Lazaro S. Rodriguez
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Lazaro S. Rodriguez, 75, passed from this life on Friday, April 22, 2011, at his home in Brownfield.
Funeral mass for Mr. Rodriguez was held Tuesday, April 26, 2011, at St. Anthony's Catholic Church with Father Gerald Leatham officiating. Graveside services followed at Brownfield Cemetery. Personal services were under the direction of Mark A. Jones Funeral Directors of Seagraves.
Lazaro was born on March 27, 1936, to Silvestre and Maria Rodriguez in West Caliente, Mexico. He married Maria Nunez in February 1956 in Mexico.
His family remembers him as a man who enjoyed his music, gardening and collecting guns. He was a member of the National Rifle Association.
Those left to cherish his memories are his wife of 55 years, Maria of the home; seven sons, Leopoldo Rodriguez and wife Romelia & Pedro Rodriguez and Suelma Rodriguez, both of Meadow, Silvestre Rodriguez, Aurelio Rodriguez and wife Esperanza and Joel Rodriguez and wife Terri, all of Brownfield, Liberato Rodriguez and wife Lisa of Indiana and Javier Rodriguez and wife Karla of Lubbock; one daughter, Imelda Rodriguez of Brownfield; two brothers, Alberto Rodriguez and Refugio Rodriguez of Mexico; seven sisters, Amelia Rodriguez Sanchez, Maria Rodriguez, Jesus Maria De Jesus Rodriguez, Guadalupe Rodriguez, Eva Rodriguez and Jenoveva Rodriguez, all of Mexico, and Socorro Rodriguez of Indiana. He also leaves behind 28 grandchildren and 8 great-grandchildren.
He is preceded in death by his parents; one sister, Filisitas Rodriguez, one grandson and one great-granddaughter.
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Lazaro S. Rodriguez, 75, passed from this life on Friday, April 22, 2011, at his home in Brownfield.
Funeral mass for Mr. Rodriguez was held Tuesday, April 26, 2011, at St. Anthony's Catholic Church with Father Gerald Leatham officiating. Graveside services followed at Brownfield Cemetery. Personal services were under the direction of Mark A. Jones Funeral Directors of Seagraves.
Lazaro was born on March 27, 1936, to Silvestre and Maria Rodriguez in West Caliente, Mexico. He married Maria Nunez in February 1956 in Mexico.
His family remembers him as a man who enjoyed his music, gardening and collecting guns. He was a member of the National Rifle Association.
Those left to cherish his memories are his wife of 55 years, Maria of the home; seven sons, Leopoldo Rodriguez and wife Romelia & Pedro Rodriguez and Suelma Rodriguez, both of Meadow, Silvestre Rodriguez, Aurelio Rodriguez and wife Esperanza and Joel Rodriguez and wife Terri, all of Brownfield, Liberato Rodriguez and wife Lisa of Indiana and Javier Rodriguez and wife Karla of Lubbock; one daughter, Imelda Rodriguez of Brownfield; two brothers, Alberto Rodriguez and Refugio Rodriguez of Mexico; seven sisters, Amelia Rodriguez Sanchez, Maria Rodriguez, Jesus Maria De Jesus Rodriguez, Guadalupe Rodriguez, Eva Rodriguez and Jenoveva Rodriguez, all of Mexico, and Socorro Rodriguez of Indiana. He also leaves behind 28 grandchildren and 8 great-grandchildren.
He is preceded in death by his parents; one sister, Filisitas Rodriguez, one grandson and one great-granddaughter.
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Obituary for Mary B. Rodriguez
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Mary B. Rodriguez, 72, went to go be with the Lord on July 8, 2009, in Lubbock.
Rosaries were held Saturday and Sunday, July 11-12 at Mark A. Jones Memorial Chapel in Brownfield. A funeral mass was held Monday, July 13, at St. Anthony's Catholic Church in Brownfield with Father Gerald Leatham officiating. Burial will followed at Terry County Memorial Cemetery. Personal services are under the direction of Mark A. Jones Funeral Service.
Mrs. Rodriguez was born July 30, 1936, to Luis and Rosa Balderas in San Antonio. She married Antonio Rodriguez on Feb. 25, 1952, and later moved to Brownfield that year. Her husband preceded her in death on Oct. 23, 1999. Mary was a member of St. Anthony's Catholic Church.
She is survived by two sons, Ronnie Rodriguez and wife Teresa of Lamesa and Ralph Rodriguez and companion Felicia Salas of Dallas; four daughters, Ofelia Mendez and husband Jessie of Meadow, Lisa Estrada and husband Steven of Brownfield, Stella Ramirez and companion Ricky Luera and Lori Trevino and husband Albert, both of Lubbock; seven brothers, Gilbert Balderas of Austin, Dan and Eddie Balderas, both of Round Rock, Lawrence Balderas of Pflugerville, Ruben, Louis and David Balderas, all of Hutto; five sisters, Alexandra Garcia of San Angelo, Louisa Narranjo and Eloisa Trejo, both of San Antonio, Marcy Martinez of Colorado City and Gloria Martinez and Olga Chapa, both of Hutto; and one life long friend Benito Rivera, Jr. of Brownfield.
She also leaves behind 13 grandchildren and 27 Great-Grandchildren.
Mary is preceded in death by her parents: Luis and Rosa Balderas; one son, Antonio Rodriguez, Jr.; two brothers: Andres and Edward Balderas and three sisters, Ernestina Perez, Consuelo Valdez and Charlotte Balderas.
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Mary B. Rodriguez, 72, went to go be with the Lord on July 8, 2009, in Lubbock.
Rosaries were held Saturday and Sunday, July 11-12 at Mark A. Jones Memorial Chapel in Brownfield. A funeral mass was held Monday, July 13, at St. Anthony's Catholic Church in Brownfield with Father Gerald Leatham officiating. Burial will followed at Terry County Memorial Cemetery. Personal services are under the direction of Mark A. Jones Funeral Service.
Mrs. Rodriguez was born July 30, 1936, to Luis and Rosa Balderas in San Antonio. She married Antonio Rodriguez on Feb. 25, 1952, and later moved to Brownfield that year. Her husband preceded her in death on Oct. 23, 1999. Mary was a member of St. Anthony's Catholic Church.
She is survived by two sons, Ronnie Rodriguez and wife Teresa of Lamesa and Ralph Rodriguez and companion Felicia Salas of Dallas; four daughters, Ofelia Mendez and husband Jessie of Meadow, Lisa Estrada and husband Steven of Brownfield, Stella Ramirez and companion Ricky Luera and Lori Trevino and husband Albert, both of Lubbock; seven brothers, Gilbert Balderas of Austin, Dan and Eddie Balderas, both of Round Rock, Lawrence Balderas of Pflugerville, Ruben, Louis and David Balderas, all of Hutto; five sisters, Alexandra Garcia of San Angelo, Louisa Narranjo and Eloisa Trejo, both of San Antonio, Marcy Martinez of Colorado City and Gloria Martinez and Olga Chapa, both of Hutto; and one life long friend Benito Rivera, Jr. of Brownfield.
She also leaves behind 13 grandchildren and 27 Great-Grandchildren.
Mary is preceded in death by her parents: Luis and Rosa Balderas; one son, Antonio Rodriguez, Jr.; two brothers: Andres and Edward Balderas and three sisters, Ernestina Perez, Consuelo Valdez and Charlotte Balderas.
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Obituary for Natali Alize Rodriguez
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Services for Natali Alize Rodriguez, age 5, of Brownfield were held at 10 a.m., Wednesday, June 3, 2009, at Challis Baptist Church with Dale Matlock officiating. Burial followed at Brownfield Cemetery under the direction of Brownfield Funeral Home.
Natali Alize passed away Friday, May 29, 2009, in Lubbock. She was born October 16, 2003, in Lubbock. She was a pre- kindergarten student at Colonial Heights Elementary, member of the Brownfield Girl Scout Daisies and played T-Ball on the Rock Stars team. Natali wanted to be a cheerleader and be in a beauty pageant with Lexi Jimenez and to be a model.
Natali Alize is survived by her mother, Brenda Rodriguez of Brownfield; her father, Lazareth C. Rodriguez of Brownfield; a brother, Lazareth Brandon Raul Rodriguez; a sister, Faith Marie Rodriguez of Brownfield; grandparents, Raul M. and Maria Erlinda Fonseca of Brownfield, Lazaro and San Juana Rodriguez of Brownfield, Silvestre and Maria Rodriguez of Brownfield and Helen Mojica of San Antonio; her uncles, Ruben and Emilia Fonseca, Raul and Delfina Fonseca, Jimmy and Leticia Castro, Emelio Mojica, Martin Mojica and Julian Mojica; her aunts, Linda and Ignacio Galindo, Annette Fonseca, Yolanda and Raymond Guzman, Alicia and David Daniel and Sandra Fonseca; and many cousins.
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Services for Natali Alize Rodriguez, age 5, of Brownfield were held at 10 a.m., Wednesday, June 3, 2009, at Challis Baptist Church with Dale Matlock officiating. Burial followed at Brownfield Cemetery under the direction of Brownfield Funeral Home.
Natali Alize passed away Friday, May 29, 2009, in Lubbock. She was born October 16, 2003, in Lubbock. She was a pre- kindergarten student at Colonial Heights Elementary, member of the Brownfield Girl Scout Daisies and played T-Ball on the Rock Stars team. Natali wanted to be a cheerleader and be in a beauty pageant with Lexi Jimenez and to be a model.
Natali Alize is survived by her mother, Brenda Rodriguez of Brownfield; her father, Lazareth C. Rodriguez of Brownfield; a brother, Lazareth Brandon Raul Rodriguez; a sister, Faith Marie Rodriguez of Brownfield; grandparents, Raul M. and Maria Erlinda Fonseca of Brownfield, Lazaro and San Juana Rodriguez of Brownfield, Silvestre and Maria Rodriguez of Brownfield and Helen Mojica of San Antonio; her uncles, Ruben and Emilia Fonseca, Raul and Delfina Fonseca, Jimmy and Leticia Castro, Emelio Mojica, Martin Mojica and Julian Mojica; her aunts, Linda and Ignacio Galindo, Annette Fonseca, Yolanda and Raymond Guzman, Alicia and David Daniel and Sandra Fonseca; and many cousins.
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Obituary for Stella L. Roe
submitted by Edgle Dyer Services for Stella L. Roe, 61, of Brownfield were held Saturday, March 15, at Calvary Baptist Church with Steve Carter officiating. Internment was in Brownfield Cemetery.
Mrs. Roe died Wednesday, March 12, 2008, in Lubbock. She was born in Lubbock on January 16, 1947, to Harold and Wilma Rice and attended Brownfield schools.
She married Johnnie Padgett Roe on May 29, 1963, in Brownfield. He preceded her in death on Dec. 6, 1996.
Mrs. Roe was currently working for her niece in a retail store in Lubbock. She lived for her grand-kids, was a lifetime member of the PTA and a Silver Sponsor of the West Garrett Dance Company in Dumas. She was a member of Calvary Baptist Church.
She is survived by two sons--Johnnie of Marietta, Ga. and Clint and his wife--Edith of Lubbock and one daughter-- Laura Alwan and her husband--Dale of Dumas.
Mrs. Roe is also survived by seven grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; three brothers--Elbert Rice of Red Oak, Roy Rice of Stamford, and Don Abney of Patterson, La. and one sister--Kay Abney of Fayetteville, Ark.
The family suggests memorials to the West Garrett Dance Company, 502 E. 7th, Dumas, 79029.
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submitted by Edgle Dyer Services for Stella L. Roe, 61, of Brownfield were held Saturday, March 15, at Calvary Baptist Church with Steve Carter officiating. Internment was in Brownfield Cemetery.
Mrs. Roe died Wednesday, March 12, 2008, in Lubbock. She was born in Lubbock on January 16, 1947, to Harold and Wilma Rice and attended Brownfield schools.
She married Johnnie Padgett Roe on May 29, 1963, in Brownfield. He preceded her in death on Dec. 6, 1996.
Mrs. Roe was currently working for her niece in a retail store in Lubbock. She lived for her grand-kids, was a lifetime member of the PTA and a Silver Sponsor of the West Garrett Dance Company in Dumas. She was a member of Calvary Baptist Church.
She is survived by two sons--Johnnie of Marietta, Ga. and Clint and his wife--Edith of Lubbock and one daughter-- Laura Alwan and her husband--Dale of Dumas.
Mrs. Roe is also survived by seven grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; three brothers--Elbert Rice of Red Oak, Roy Rice of Stamford, and Don Abney of Patterson, La. and one sister--Kay Abney of Fayetteville, Ark.
The family suggests memorials to the West Garrett Dance Company, 502 E. 7th, Dumas, 79029.
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Obituary for Flora Mae Rogers
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Flora Mae Rogers, 95, of Brownfield passed away on Monday, January 25, 2010. Services will be at 10 a.m. Thursday, January 28, at Brownfield Funeral Home with Rev. Douglas Puryear officiating.
Flora was born on May 4, 1914, in Pyron, Nolan County to Lonnie A. and Gracie Light. She attended schools in Roscoe until 1922, when the family moved to New Moore.
She married J. F. "Preacher" Rogers, Jr. on November 3, 1928, at O'Donnell. Together they had three children. They farmed, owned and operated the New Moore Grocery Store and managed the New Moore Gin and Foster Gin. After Preacher's death on May 28, 1962, Flora worked in the Union Gin office for Doyle Moss for 27 years. Flora had lived in Brownfield since 1962.
She is preceded in death by her parents; her husband; her son; L.O. "Sonny" Rogers; a granddaughter; a great grandson; a brother and two sisters.
Flora is survived by two daughters, Joann Stewart of Lubbock and Francis "Babe" Puryear of Brownfield; 12 grandchildren; 20 great grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; 2 sisters and many nieces, nephews and close friends. In lieu of flowers the family suggests memorials to the charity of your choice.
The family will gather Wednesday afternoon at Flora Mae's house to greet visitors. 1014 E. Oak, Brownfield, TX 79316.
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Flora Mae Rogers, 95, of Brownfield passed away on Monday, January 25, 2010. Services will be at 10 a.m. Thursday, January 28, at Brownfield Funeral Home with Rev. Douglas Puryear officiating.
Flora was born on May 4, 1914, in Pyron, Nolan County to Lonnie A. and Gracie Light. She attended schools in Roscoe until 1922, when the family moved to New Moore.
She married J. F. "Preacher" Rogers, Jr. on November 3, 1928, at O'Donnell. Together they had three children. They farmed, owned and operated the New Moore Grocery Store and managed the New Moore Gin and Foster Gin. After Preacher's death on May 28, 1962, Flora worked in the Union Gin office for Doyle Moss for 27 years. Flora had lived in Brownfield since 1962.
She is preceded in death by her parents; her husband; her son; L.O. "Sonny" Rogers; a granddaughter; a great grandson; a brother and two sisters.
Flora is survived by two daughters, Joann Stewart of Lubbock and Francis "Babe" Puryear of Brownfield; 12 grandchildren; 20 great grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; 2 sisters and many nieces, nephews and close friends. In lieu of flowers the family suggests memorials to the charity of your choice.
The family will gather Wednesday afternoon at Flora Mae's house to greet visitors. 1014 E. Oak, Brownfield, TX 79316.
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Obituary for Jo Pete Rogers
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Services for E. J. "Pete" Rogers, 84, of Brownfield will be at 2 pm, Saturday, April 19, at the Brownfield First United Methodist Church with Rev. Charles Addington officiating. Burial will be in Terry County Memorial Cemetery under the direction of Brownfield Funeral Home.
Jo Pete passed away April 16, 2008, in Lubbock. She was born August 26, 1923, in Brownfield to Tom and Ida May and graduated from Brownfield High School. She then attended Texas Tech University, graduating with a bachelor of science in home economics. She was a member of the Presbyterian Church.
Jo Pete is survived by a son, Mike Rogers and his wife Cathy, of Lubbock; a daughter, Rande Spector of San Antonio; a sister, Ethelda Oakley of Midland; six grandchildren, Julia Spector of San Antonio, Sam Spector of Korea, Eli Spector of San Antonio, Miriam Spector of San Antonio, Josh Rogers of Lubbock and Rachel Rogers of Lubbock.
The family received friends at the funeral home on Friday.
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Services for E. J. "Pete" Rogers, 84, of Brownfield will be at 2 pm, Saturday, April 19, at the Brownfield First United Methodist Church with Rev. Charles Addington officiating. Burial will be in Terry County Memorial Cemetery under the direction of Brownfield Funeral Home.
Jo Pete passed away April 16, 2008, in Lubbock. She was born August 26, 1923, in Brownfield to Tom and Ida May and graduated from Brownfield High School. She then attended Texas Tech University, graduating with a bachelor of science in home economics. She was a member of the Presbyterian Church.
Jo Pete is survived by a son, Mike Rogers and his wife Cathy, of Lubbock; a daughter, Rande Spector of San Antonio; a sister, Ethelda Oakley of Midland; six grandchildren, Julia Spector of San Antonio, Sam Spector of Korea, Eli Spector of San Antonio, Miriam Spector of San Antonio, Josh Rogers of Lubbock and Rachel Rogers of Lubbock.
The family received friends at the funeral home on Friday.
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Obituary for L. O. "Sonny" Rogers
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Services for L.O. "Sonny" Rogers, 76, of Brownfield were held Wednesday, June 20, at Brownfield Funeral Home Memorial Chapel with Rev. Jerry Payne officiating. Interment was in Terry County Memorial Cemetery.
Mr. Rogers passed away Friday, June 15, 2007 in Farmington, N.M. He was born March 9, 1931, in New Moore, Texas, to J. F. "Preacher" and Flora Mae Rogers. He attended school in O'Donnell.
Mr. Rogers married Wanda Belle Proctor, March 4, 1949, in Tahoka. She preceded him in death March 16, 2007. They moved to Brownfield in 1950. He was a gin manager and farmer.
Mr. Rogers is survived by two daughters, Teddy Rogers Mooney of Austin and Terry Deeon Rogers of Lubbock, two sons, Rodney Rogers and his wife, Myra, of Farmington, N.M. and Randy Rogers of Lubbock.
He is also survived by his mother, Flora Mae Rogers, of Brownfield; two sisters, Frances Mae "Babe" Puryear of Brownfield and JoAnn Stewart of Lubbock; 8 grandchildren and 4 great grandchildren.
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Services for L.O. "Sonny" Rogers, 76, of Brownfield were held Wednesday, June 20, at Brownfield Funeral Home Memorial Chapel with Rev. Jerry Payne officiating. Interment was in Terry County Memorial Cemetery.
Mr. Rogers passed away Friday, June 15, 2007 in Farmington, N.M. He was born March 9, 1931, in New Moore, Texas, to J. F. "Preacher" and Flora Mae Rogers. He attended school in O'Donnell.
Mr. Rogers married Wanda Belle Proctor, March 4, 1949, in Tahoka. She preceded him in death March 16, 2007. They moved to Brownfield in 1950. He was a gin manager and farmer.
Mr. Rogers is survived by two daughters, Teddy Rogers Mooney of Austin and Terry Deeon Rogers of Lubbock, two sons, Rodney Rogers and his wife, Myra, of Farmington, N.M. and Randy Rogers of Lubbock.
He is also survived by his mother, Flora Mae Rogers, of Brownfield; two sisters, Frances Mae "Babe" Puryear of Brownfield and JoAnn Stewart of Lubbock; 8 grandchildren and 4 great grandchildren.
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Obituary for Mary Rogers
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Services for Mary Rogers, 95, formerly of Brownfield, will be at 2 p.m. Wednesday, March 23, 2011, at Brownfield Funeral Home Chapel with Dr. David Wilson officiating. Burial will be in Terry County Memorial Cemetery under the direction of Brownfield Funeral Home.
Mary passed away Sunday, March 20, 2011, in Lubbock. She was born December 28, 1915, in Murray County, Okla., to Robert and Allie Wheat Huddleston. She attended Union schools.
Mary married F.A. "Buck" Rogers on December 2, 1934, in Wingate, Texas. He preceded her in death on May 13, 1987. They moved to Pampa in 1941, Brownfield in 1945, San Angelo in 1963, Clovis, N.M. in 1967 and returned to Brownfield in 1984.
She worked at Palace Drug in 1949, Fenton Shoes, Knights Hardware, Lindsey Hardware and C.R. Anthony's in 1961 before retiring in 1992.
Mary is preceded in death by a daughter and a grandson.
She is survived by her son, John R. Rogers and wife Kathy of Lubbock; her daughter, Beverly Jenkins and husband Gerald of Ennis; and by six grandchildren and six great grandchildren.
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Services for Mary Rogers, 95, formerly of Brownfield, will be at 2 p.m. Wednesday, March 23, 2011, at Brownfield Funeral Home Chapel with Dr. David Wilson officiating. Burial will be in Terry County Memorial Cemetery under the direction of Brownfield Funeral Home.
Mary passed away Sunday, March 20, 2011, in Lubbock. She was born December 28, 1915, in Murray County, Okla., to Robert and Allie Wheat Huddleston. She attended Union schools.
Mary married F.A. "Buck" Rogers on December 2, 1934, in Wingate, Texas. He preceded her in death on May 13, 1987. They moved to Pampa in 1941, Brownfield in 1945, San Angelo in 1963, Clovis, N.M. in 1967 and returned to Brownfield in 1984.
She worked at Palace Drug in 1949, Fenton Shoes, Knights Hardware, Lindsey Hardware and C.R. Anthony's in 1961 before retiring in 1992.
Mary is preceded in death by a daughter and a grandson.
She is survived by her son, John R. Rogers and wife Kathy of Lubbock; her daughter, Beverly Jenkins and husband Gerald of Ennis; and by six grandchildren and six great grandchildren.
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Obituary for Wanda Belle Rogers
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Wanda Belle Rogers, 76, of Brownfield passed away Friday, March 16, 2007, in Lubbock. Services were Tuesday, March 20, at the Brownfield Funeral Home Memorial Chapel with Rev. Jerry Payne officiating. Interment was in the Terry County Memorial Cemetery.
Mrs. Rogers was born on April 28, 1930, in Brown County to John and Eula Proctor. She moved with her family to O'Donnell where she graduated from high school. She married Lawrence "Sonny" Rogers on March 4, 1949 in Tahoka.
Mrs. Rogers and her husband moved to Brownfield in 1950. She was preceded in death by her brother, J. L. Proctor and her sister, Corene Franks.
She is survived by her husband; two daughters: Teddy Rogers Mooney of Austin and Terry Deeon Rogers of Lubbock; two sons: Rodney Rogers and his wife Myra of Farmington, NM and Randy Rogers of Lubbock.
Mrs. Rogers is also survived by two sisters: Sue Cooper of Brownfield and Jettie Adcock of Ozona, eight Grandchildren and four great-grandchildren.
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Wanda Belle Rogers, 76, of Brownfield passed away Friday, March 16, 2007, in Lubbock. Services were Tuesday, March 20, at the Brownfield Funeral Home Memorial Chapel with Rev. Jerry Payne officiating. Interment was in the Terry County Memorial Cemetery.
Mrs. Rogers was born on April 28, 1930, in Brown County to John and Eula Proctor. She moved with her family to O'Donnell where she graduated from high school. She married Lawrence "Sonny" Rogers on March 4, 1949 in Tahoka.
Mrs. Rogers and her husband moved to Brownfield in 1950. She was preceded in death by her brother, J. L. Proctor and her sister, Corene Franks.
She is survived by her husband; two daughters: Teddy Rogers Mooney of Austin and Terry Deeon Rogers of Lubbock; two sons: Rodney Rogers and his wife Myra of Farmington, NM and Randy Rogers of Lubbock.
Mrs. Rogers is also survived by two sisters: Sue Cooper of Brownfield and Jettie Adcock of Ozona, eight Grandchildren and four great-grandchildren.
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Obituary for Raul Adame Romero
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Services for Raul Adame Romero, 75, of Brownfield will be at 10 a.m. Thursday, April 21, 2011, at St. Anthony's Catholic Church with Father Gerald Leatham officiating. Burial will be in Brownfield Cemetery under the direction of Brownfield Funeral Home.
The family will receive visitors from 5-7 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home.
Raul passed away Monday, April 18, 2011, in a Lubbock hospital. He was born December 6, 1935, in Donnato Celia Adame Romero. He married Anita Tijerina on September 24, 1957, in Brownfield. Raul owned and operated Taco Express in Brownfield for 23 years.
Raul is survived by his wife Anita; five children, Debbie Burse and husband Dewayne, Delma Dominguez and husband David, Leticia Romero Grimaldo and husband Julio, Ricky Romero and Raul Romero Jr. and wife Lori; grandchildren, Kristi Burse, D'Nika Romero and fiance' Justin Edwards, Jason Dominguez and wife Casey, Dewayne Burse, Jr. and wife Cristal, Nathan Dominguez, Lauren Romero, Nicholas Romero, Sebastian Grimaldo and Enrique Grimaldo ; two great-grandchildren, Liliana Dominguez and Alexis Edwards; four brothers and sisters, Lupe Carillo, Rosa Martinez, Armando Romero and Frank Romero.
Brownfield News
submitted by Edgle Dyer
Services for Raul Adame Romero, 75, of Brownfield will be at 10 a.m. Thursday, April 21, 2011, at St. Anthony's Catholic Church with Father Gerald Leatham officiating. Burial will be in Brownfield Cemetery under the direction of Brownfield Funeral Home.
The family will receive visitors from 5-7 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home.
Raul passed away Monday, April 18, 2011, in a Lubbock hospital. He was born December 6, 1935, in Donnato Celia Adame Romero. He married Anita Tijerina on September 24, 1957, in Brownfield. Raul owned and operated Taco Express in Brownfield for 23 years.
Raul is survived by his wife Anita; five children, Debbie Burse and husband Dewayne, Delma Dominguez and husband David, Leticia Romero Grimaldo and husband Julio, Ricky Romero and Raul Romero Jr. and wife Lori; grandchildren, Kristi Burse, D'Nika Romero and fiance' Justin Edwards, Jason Dominguez and wife Casey, Dewayne Burse, Jr. and wife Cristal, Nathan Dominguez, Lauren Romero, Nicholas Romero, Sebastian Grimaldo and Enrique Grimaldo ; two great-grandchildren, Liliana Dominguez and Alexis Edwards; four brothers and sisters, Lupe Carillo, Rosa Martinez, Armando Romero and Frank Romero.
Brownfield News
Obituary for Lenis Milton "Scooter" Roscoe
submitted by Edgle Dyer
Lenis Milton "Scooter" Roscoe, of Oklahoma City, Okla. died Thursday, Feb. 14, 2008. Memorial services were held at Covenant Presbyterian Church in Oklahoma City on Friday, Feb. 22. Burial will be in Brownfield Cemetery at 10:30 a.m. on Tuesday, Feb. 26.
He was born on Jan. 29, 1942, to the late Jimmie Roscoe Doss and Lenis M. Roscoe, Sr., in Brownfield. He was preceded in death by his father--Thomas S. Doss.
He graduated from Brownfield High School in 1960 and attended Texas Tech where he played football in 1961 and 1962. He left college to enlist in the U.S. Air Force and served there for two years. He was self employed for many years before joining the Oklahoma Employment Security Commission where he retired in 2007.
He is survived by his special friend, Adele Jack of Oklahoma City; one son--Scott Roscoe Jauregui and his wife-- Dorian and one grandson--Andrew of San Antonio.
He is also survived by one daughter--Lori Navarro and her husband--Billy and granddaughters--Shea and Kori of San Antonio; one brother--Scott Doss and his wife--Kristy of Wolfforth and their family, and numerous aunts and uncles.
Brownfield News
submitted by Edgle Dyer
Lenis Milton "Scooter" Roscoe, of Oklahoma City, Okla. died Thursday, Feb. 14, 2008. Memorial services were held at Covenant Presbyterian Church in Oklahoma City on Friday, Feb. 22. Burial will be in Brownfield Cemetery at 10:30 a.m. on Tuesday, Feb. 26.
He was born on Jan. 29, 1942, to the late Jimmie Roscoe Doss and Lenis M. Roscoe, Sr., in Brownfield. He was preceded in death by his father--Thomas S. Doss.
He graduated from Brownfield High School in 1960 and attended Texas Tech where he played football in 1961 and 1962. He left college to enlist in the U.S. Air Force and served there for two years. He was self employed for many years before joining the Oklahoma Employment Security Commission where he retired in 2007.
He is survived by his special friend, Adele Jack of Oklahoma City; one son--Scott Roscoe Jauregui and his wife-- Dorian and one grandson--Andrew of San Antonio.
He is also survived by one daughter--Lori Navarro and her husband--Billy and granddaughters--Shea and Kori of San Antonio; one brother--Scott Doss and his wife--Kristy of Wolfforth and their family, and numerous aunts and uncles.
Brownfield News
Obituary for Billie Rowden
submitted by Edgle Dyer
Services for Billie Rowden, 84, of Brownfield will be held at 10am on Friday, June 22, 2012, at Brownfield Church of Christ with Steve Osborn and Bob Reynolds officiating. Burial will follow at Terry County Memorial Cemetery under the direction of Brownfield Funeral Home.
Billie passed away on June 20, 2012, in Brownfield. She was born on August 3, 1927, to John and Pearl Baker in Post. She attended Post schools. Billie married Monroe Rowden on May 4, 1953, in Amarillo. She was a member of Brownfield Church of Christ. Billie farmed side by side with Monroe until his death in 1985. She continued to farm and in 1995 was the first woman to receive Outstanding Conservation Farmer in Terry County. Billie served on numerous farm related boards. She brought joy to everyone she met and will be greatly missed.
Billie preceded in death by her husband, Monroe Rowden; parents, John and Pearl Baker and 2 sisters, Imogene Basinger and Pauline Mason.
She is survived by her daughters, Pam Currington of Brownfield, Jan Rowden of Brownfield and Mona Rowden of Bedford; a granddaughter, Joni Currington of Lubbock, a grandson, Hunter Currington of Brownfield and a sister, Kathryn Outlaw of Lubbock.
submitted by Edgle Dyer
Services for Billie Rowden, 84, of Brownfield will be held at 10am on Friday, June 22, 2012, at Brownfield Church of Christ with Steve Osborn and Bob Reynolds officiating. Burial will follow at Terry County Memorial Cemetery under the direction of Brownfield Funeral Home.
Billie passed away on June 20, 2012, in Brownfield. She was born on August 3, 1927, to John and Pearl Baker in Post. She attended Post schools. Billie married Monroe Rowden on May 4, 1953, in Amarillo. She was a member of Brownfield Church of Christ. Billie farmed side by side with Monroe until his death in 1985. She continued to farm and in 1995 was the first woman to receive Outstanding Conservation Farmer in Terry County. Billie served on numerous farm related boards. She brought joy to everyone she met and will be greatly missed.
Billie preceded in death by her husband, Monroe Rowden; parents, John and Pearl Baker and 2 sisters, Imogene Basinger and Pauline Mason.
She is survived by her daughters, Pam Currington of Brownfield, Jan Rowden of Brownfield and Mona Rowden of Bedford; a granddaughter, Joni Currington of Lubbock, a grandson, Hunter Currington of Brownfield and a sister, Kathryn Outlaw of Lubbock.
Obituary for Ruth Rowden
submitted by Edgle Dyer
Services for Ruth Rowden, 89, of Wellman will be at 11 a.m., Monday, Feb. 11, at Calvary Baptist Church with Rev. Steve Carter officiating and Rev. Glen Smith assisting. Burial will be in Terry County Memorial Cemetery.
Mrs. Rowden died Friday, Feb. 8, 2008, in Brownfield. She was born June 16, 1918, in Tye and moved with her parents to Brownfield in 1923. She attended Union and Brownfield Schools. She married R.J. Rowden, October 1, 1938, in Tahoka.
Mrs. Rowden was a member of Wellman PTA, Home Demonstration Club, Women's Missionary Union and a member of Calvary Baptist Church.
She was preceded in death by a sister--Irma Lee Higgins and a brother--Everett Brazelton. She is survived by her husband--R.J. of Wellman; one son--Lewayne Rowden and his wife--Liz of Wellman and one daughter--Joy Osborn and her husband--Steve of Big Spring.
Mrs. Rowden is also survived by seven grandchildren--J Rowden and his wife--Stacy of Brownfield, Scott Rowden and his wife--Julie of Lubbock, Wade Rowden and his wife--Shanna of Lubbock, Sean Rowden and his wife--Karolen of Lubbock, Kristi Coleman and her husband--Jason of Ropesville, Jenny Breitschopf and her husband--Travis of Forsan and Kelli Osborn of Lubbock. She is also survived by 14 great grandchildren; two sisters--Elizabeth Wilson of Midland and Billie Martin of Royse City and a caregiver--Sonya "Cookie" Harrell.
The family will have visitation from 4-6 p.m. on Sunday, Feb. 10 at Brownfield Funeral Home.
Brownfield News
submitted by Edgle Dyer
Services for Ruth Rowden, 89, of Wellman will be at 11 a.m., Monday, Feb. 11, at Calvary Baptist Church with Rev. Steve Carter officiating and Rev. Glen Smith assisting. Burial will be in Terry County Memorial Cemetery.
Mrs. Rowden died Friday, Feb. 8, 2008, in Brownfield. She was born June 16, 1918, in Tye and moved with her parents to Brownfield in 1923. She attended Union and Brownfield Schools. She married R.J. Rowden, October 1, 1938, in Tahoka.
Mrs. Rowden was a member of Wellman PTA, Home Demonstration Club, Women's Missionary Union and a member of Calvary Baptist Church.
She was preceded in death by a sister--Irma Lee Higgins and a brother--Everett Brazelton. She is survived by her husband--R.J. of Wellman; one son--Lewayne Rowden and his wife--Liz of Wellman and one daughter--Joy Osborn and her husband--Steve of Big Spring.
Mrs. Rowden is also survived by seven grandchildren--J Rowden and his wife--Stacy of Brownfield, Scott Rowden and his wife--Julie of Lubbock, Wade Rowden and his wife--Shanna of Lubbock, Sean Rowden and his wife--Karolen of Lubbock, Kristi Coleman and her husband--Jason of Ropesville, Jenny Breitschopf and her husband--Travis of Forsan and Kelli Osborn of Lubbock. She is also survived by 14 great grandchildren; two sisters--Elizabeth Wilson of Midland and Billie Martin of Royse City and a caregiver--Sonya "Cookie" Harrell.
The family will have visitation from 4-6 p.m. on Sunday, Feb. 10 at Brownfield Funeral Home.
Brownfield News
Obituary for Wayne "Tom" Bowden
submitted by Shirley Webb
Church service for Wayne "Tom" Rowden, 86, of Morton is scheduled for 1 p.m. Friday, Oct. 13, 2006 at theFirst Baptist Church in Morton with the Rev. Jon Foster and Rev. Marvin Gregory officiating. Burial will be in Morton Memorial Cemetery.
Tom died Oct. 8, 2006 in his home. He was born June 13, 1920 in Azle, Texas. Tom was preceded in death by his wife, Eva in 2003; a son, Rusty in 1975; three sisters; and four brothers.
He came to Terry County with his family from Parker County in 1922, traveling up the caprock in a covered wagon. He attended school there and graduated from Brownfield High School in 1940. As one of ten children, he worked on the farm until after harvest each year and attended school for the remaining school year. He attended Texas Tech on a football scholarship, but after three semesters he was called to duty in the military.
He served in the US Army from February of 1942 until January of 1946. His main unit was the Cannon Company, 66th Infantry, attached to the 71st Infantry division. He moved to Morton in January of 1946 and was employed by Allsup Chevrolet. He married Eva Louise Rankin on Aug. 18, 1946 in Lamesa. He was a partner in P & B Automotive Services in 1957 and sold his interest in 1967 to begin his career as an auto-mechanics teacher in the fall. While teaching, he also was Transportation Director for the Morton Schools. His students were taught not only how to be mechanics, but how to handle life. His class was taught as a job and excellence was expected.
He was a member of the First United Methodist Church of Morton, where he served in many areas, including the church choir. Singing about his love of Jesus was his passion. He was also a member of the Volunteer Fire Department for 20 years and a Cub Scout leader for several years. Tom loved God, family, and country. He lived what he believed.
Survivors include: two daughters, Susan Wisely and her husband, Danny, Janetta DeBusk and her husband, Randy, all of Morton; sister, Marjorie Shipman of Lubbock; brother, R.J. Rowden of Brown-field; eight grandchildren, Chris and Lesli Mosser, Leslie Baker, Brad and Laura DeBusk, Kim and Matthias Gerlich, Kerry Mosser, Laura DeBusk, Joseph and Amanda Wisely, and Whitney Wisely. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be sent to Alcove-PO Box 882, Morton, TX. 79346 and First United Methodist Church 418 W Taylor, Morton, TX 79346.
Lubbock Avalanche-Journal
submitted by Shirley Webb
Church service for Wayne "Tom" Rowden, 86, of Morton is scheduled for 1 p.m. Friday, Oct. 13, 2006 at theFirst Baptist Church in Morton with the Rev. Jon Foster and Rev. Marvin Gregory officiating. Burial will be in Morton Memorial Cemetery.
Tom died Oct. 8, 2006 in his home. He was born June 13, 1920 in Azle, Texas. Tom was preceded in death by his wife, Eva in 2003; a son, Rusty in 1975; three sisters; and four brothers.
He came to Terry County with his family from Parker County in 1922, traveling up the caprock in a covered wagon. He attended school there and graduated from Brownfield High School in 1940. As one of ten children, he worked on the farm until after harvest each year and attended school for the remaining school year. He attended Texas Tech on a football scholarship, but after three semesters he was called to duty in the military.
He served in the US Army from February of 1942 until January of 1946. His main unit was the Cannon Company, 66th Infantry, attached to the 71st Infantry division. He moved to Morton in January of 1946 and was employed by Allsup Chevrolet. He married Eva Louise Rankin on Aug. 18, 1946 in Lamesa. He was a partner in P & B Automotive Services in 1957 and sold his interest in 1967 to begin his career as an auto-mechanics teacher in the fall. While teaching, he also was Transportation Director for the Morton Schools. His students were taught not only how to be mechanics, but how to handle life. His class was taught as a job and excellence was expected.
He was a member of the First United Methodist Church of Morton, where he served in many areas, including the church choir. Singing about his love of Jesus was his passion. He was also a member of the Volunteer Fire Department for 20 years and a Cub Scout leader for several years. Tom loved God, family, and country. He lived what he believed.
Survivors include: two daughters, Susan Wisely and her husband, Danny, Janetta DeBusk and her husband, Randy, all of Morton; sister, Marjorie Shipman of Lubbock; brother, R.J. Rowden of Brown-field; eight grandchildren, Chris and Lesli Mosser, Leslie Baker, Brad and Laura DeBusk, Kim and Matthias Gerlich, Kerry Mosser, Laura DeBusk, Joseph and Amanda Wisely, and Whitney Wisely. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be sent to Alcove-PO Box 882, Morton, TX. 79346 and First United Methodist Church 418 W Taylor, Morton, TX 79346.
Lubbock Avalanche-Journal
Obituary for Doug Ryburn
submitted by Edgle Dyer
Services for Doug Ryburn will be 2:00 p.m. Thursday, February 15, 2007, at Brownfield First Baptist Church. Doug passed away Sunday, February 11, 2007, in Brownfield.
He was born July 23, 1932 in Binger, Oklahoma, to William and Edna Ryburn. He married Waneta Brown on May 12, 1951. They moved to Brownfield in 1966 and owned the Fina Truck Stop from 1966 until 1986. He also owned Ryburn's Gift Shop from 1972 until 1974, Ryburn's Fina Station #2 and Ryburn's Muffler Shop until 1997, and Ryburn's Furniture Store from 1987 until 1990.
Doug was a member of the Chamber of Commerce from 1966-1997, where he served 4 years on the Board of Directors, 2 terms on the City Council, and served as Mayor Pro-Tem.
In 1990 he was elected County Judge. He was also Terry County Citizen of the Year in 1999. He was the Chairman of the Board of S.P.A.G. and a board member for MHMR. He was also an elder of the Brownfield First Christian Church.
He is survived by his wife, Waneta Ryburn of Brownfield, his son, Eddie Ryburn of Brownfield, 2 Daughters; Debra Adkins of Downy, California, and Patti Law of Amarillo, 3 Brothers; Robert Ryburn of Garland, Leroy Ryburn of Denver, and Glenn Ryburn of Denver, 3 Sisters; Mary Lou Matthews of Modesto, California, Gladys Wilson of Oklahoma City, and Shirley LaMons of Rockport, 6 Grandchildren, and 1 Great-Grandchild.
Active Pallbearers are: Don Robertson, Jerry Johnson, Joe Masso, Alan Bayer, Jessie Hartman, and Mike Bennett. Honorary Pallbearers are: Aubrey Cox, Rayford Carter, Tommy McCoy, David Bell, and Dale Andrews.
Memorials and donations should be made to Brownfield Medical Center.
Brownfield News
submitted by Edgle Dyer
Services for Doug Ryburn will be 2:00 p.m. Thursday, February 15, 2007, at Brownfield First Baptist Church. Doug passed away Sunday, February 11, 2007, in Brownfield.
He was born July 23, 1932 in Binger, Oklahoma, to William and Edna Ryburn. He married Waneta Brown on May 12, 1951. They moved to Brownfield in 1966 and owned the Fina Truck Stop from 1966 until 1986. He also owned Ryburn's Gift Shop from 1972 until 1974, Ryburn's Fina Station #2 and Ryburn's Muffler Shop until 1997, and Ryburn's Furniture Store from 1987 until 1990.
Doug was a member of the Chamber of Commerce from 1966-1997, where he served 4 years on the Board of Directors, 2 terms on the City Council, and served as Mayor Pro-Tem.
In 1990 he was elected County Judge. He was also Terry County Citizen of the Year in 1999. He was the Chairman of the Board of S.P.A.G. and a board member for MHMR. He was also an elder of the Brownfield First Christian Church.
He is survived by his wife, Waneta Ryburn of Brownfield, his son, Eddie Ryburn of Brownfield, 2 Daughters; Debra Adkins of Downy, California, and Patti Law of Amarillo, 3 Brothers; Robert Ryburn of Garland, Leroy Ryburn of Denver, and Glenn Ryburn of Denver, 3 Sisters; Mary Lou Matthews of Modesto, California, Gladys Wilson of Oklahoma City, and Shirley LaMons of Rockport, 6 Grandchildren, and 1 Great-Grandchild.
Active Pallbearers are: Don Robertson, Jerry Johnson, Joe Masso, Alan Bayer, Jessie Hartman, and Mike Bennett. Honorary Pallbearers are: Aubrey Cox, Rayford Carter, Tommy McCoy, David Bell, and Dale Andrews.
Memorials and donations should be made to Brownfield Medical Center.
Brownfield News
Obituary for Eddie Don Ryburn
submitted by Edgle Dyer
Services for Eddie Don Ryburn, 56, of Brownfield were held at 2 p.m. Tuesday, June 7, 2011, at Brownfield First Baptist Church with Rev. Steve Carter and Dr. Carl Moman officiating. Burial was in Terry County Memorial Cemetery under the direction of Brownfield Funeral Home.
Eddie passed away Saturday, June 4, 2011, in a Lubbock hospital. He was born November 19, 1954, in Lubbock to Doug and Waneta (Brown) Ryburn. He graduated from Brownfield High School and then attended South Plains College. He married Terry Biggerstaff on November 25, 1987, in Brownfield.
Eddie owned and operated Ryburn's Muffler Shop for over 30 years. He loved riding horses and roping. He had served as County Commissioner for four years and was a past board member of the Chamber of Commerce. Eddie was a member of Brownfield First Christian Church.
He is preceded in death by his father in 2007.
Eddie is survived by his wife Terri of Brownfield; his mother, Waneta Ryburn of Brownfield; two sisters, Debra Adkins and husband Joe of Chino, Calif., and Patti Law of Amarillo; two daughters, Brittney and Courtney Ryburn, both of Lubbock; and two grandchildren, Eddika Martinez and Devin Hines, both of Lubbock.
submitted by Edgle Dyer
Services for Eddie Don Ryburn, 56, of Brownfield were held at 2 p.m. Tuesday, June 7, 2011, at Brownfield First Baptist Church with Rev. Steve Carter and Dr. Carl Moman officiating. Burial was in Terry County Memorial Cemetery under the direction of Brownfield Funeral Home.
Eddie passed away Saturday, June 4, 2011, in a Lubbock hospital. He was born November 19, 1954, in Lubbock to Doug and Waneta (Brown) Ryburn. He graduated from Brownfield High School and then attended South Plains College. He married Terry Biggerstaff on November 25, 1987, in Brownfield.
Eddie owned and operated Ryburn's Muffler Shop for over 30 years. He loved riding horses and roping. He had served as County Commissioner for four years and was a past board member of the Chamber of Commerce. Eddie was a member of Brownfield First Christian Church.
He is preceded in death by his father in 2007.
Eddie is survived by his wife Terri of Brownfield; his mother, Waneta Ryburn of Brownfield; two sisters, Debra Adkins and husband Joe of Chino, Calif., and Patti Law of Amarillo; two daughters, Brittney and Courtney Ryburn, both of Lubbock; and two grandchildren, Eddika Martinez and Devin Hines, both of Lubbock.