Daughter: Destiney Franco of Hobbs, N.M. Zella is survived by her son, Don Downs and wife Rhonda of Enid, Oklahoma; daughter-in-law, Gail Downs of Levelland; 5 grandchildren; and 5 great grandchildren. Services for Virginia Lois Stevens, 85, of Levelland, formerly of Morton, will be at 10:00 am on Saturday, October 8, 2022 in the Krestridge Funeral Home Chapel. A Memorial Service will be held at 11:00 am on Saturday, January 14, 2023, in the Krestridge Funeral Home Chapel. Jeannie graduated from Levelland High School. James spent most of his childhood in Abernathy and Shallowater. Visit Haskell Bly Butch Davis, 79, of Lubbock passed from this life on January 5, 2023. (61 years old), August 26, 1961 - He was born September 5, 1936, the eldest of five children, to Ebb and Anna Lee Williams in the middle of a cotton field outside of Estelline, Texas. Larry is survived by his wife, Delilah Ann Kern; sons, David Tyrus Godby, Eric Lee Godby, Raymond Don Kern and Temple Gary Kern; daughters, Karrie Dawn Kern, Brezzy Ann Godby and Erica Lynn Godby Soliz; brothers, Homer Dale Kern, Hadley Raymond Kern, Eldon Dryce May and Royce Dale May; sister, Peggy Joyce May McHam; 14 grandchildren; and 1 great grandchild. Visit www.prepaidfunerals.texas.govfor information relating to the purchase of pre-need funeral contracts including descriptions of the trust and insurance funding options available under state law. And, graduated from Texas Tech School of Law with a Juris Doctor Degree in 2009. Edith is preceded in death by her husband Leslie Fortner; husband Duane Patterson; a son Terry Fortner; daughter in-law Jodie Fortner; and grandson Jerod Fortner. He was self employed landscaper , worked for Excel Meat Market in Plainview, and Olton Feed Lot for several years. Wayne also enjoyed traveling and got to take several trips to Alaska to fish with friends and family. She devoted much of her time and energy pursuing her faith at First Presbyterian Church in Levelland. Lou Ann married Edward Crawley in 1950 and they had two sons. That was a normal way of life for her and her family. Antonio Molina Mendez, was a wonderful son, brother and uncle. Shortly after buying their first home, R.E. February 24, 2023 Visit www.prepaidfunerals.texas.govfor information relating to the purchase of pre-need funeral contracts including descriptions of the trust and insurance funding options available under state law. Wayne was especially fond of his Round Table Bunch that he would have breakfast and share stories with. If you don't see the obituary or death record that you are looking for, use this form to search our entire database. Frequent Questions Jon had a passion for gambling with his Mom and enjoyed trips to casinos and bingo halls. Lucas And Son Funeral Home Obituaries Arrangements are being handled by Ridgeway Funeral Home, 201 Dunlap Street, P Mining Windows 10 A funeral service will be held on Thursday, October 22, 2020, at City View Funeral Home and Cemetery, 390 Hoyt Street South, Salem, Oregon, 97302 at 3:00 pm Grondin & Son Obituary of Gary Ralph Johnson . Ramiro, moved to Levelland from Olton, in 1999. Write your message of sympathy today. Wednesday, March 1, 2023 Stella Allene Melton, 61, of Levelland passed from this life on February 24, 2023. Shirley graduated high school in Karnes City. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to the Alzheimers Association. Wayne was a unique and exceptional man and will be missed by many. Custom Harvesters, Inc. Hall of Fame in 2000. Funeral services will be on Friday, May 3, 2019, at 2pm at 2023 SCI SHARED RESOURCES, LLC. Parents: Hipolito and Dominga Solasuela Lopez, Brothers: Jesse Lopez, Hipolito Lopez Jr., Roberto Lopez, Sisters: Julia Granado, Nelly Marquez, Janie Lopez, Sons: Rudy Gonzales and Richard Gonzles both of Levelland and Adam Gonzales and Nicholas Gonzales Jr. both of Lubbock, Grandchildren: (15) Joseph Gonzales, Isaac Ray Sosa, Dominic Rudy Gonzales, Anna Maria Gonzales, Dillon Mathew Gonzales, Jeremy Alexander Gonzales, Christian Donaven Gonzales, Kami Lannet Gonzales, Mckinciy Gonzales, Alexis Marie Gonzales, Zachary Roman Gonzales, David Rodriguez Jr. , Don Rodriguez, Sisters: Alicia Penalbert and Anita Ysasaga both of Levelland, and Micaela Cirillo of Hobbs, New Mexico, November 12, 1955~February 8, 2023(age 67). Wayne enjoyed football, watching westerns, backpacking and fishing. Lavoris, and his family moved to Levelland from Lamesa, on April 2016. The only thing Nancy loved more than her family was Jesus. He married Peggy in 2002; he treated her sons, daughters-in-law, grandkids, and great-grandkids as his own. Mother: Eluteria Riojas Torrez of Sundown. He was born in Oklahoma on March 9, 1943 and moved to Texas as soon as he could and remained here the rest of his life. She married the love of her life, Dave Stafford, in January 1953. They lead by example, the love and compassion they believed God called them to demonstrate for everyone around them. Earnest, liked to travel to Amarillo and Dallas to visit his family. Jimmie Jeane Jeannie Nichols, 81, of Sundown passed from this life on October 31, 2022. Vicente Rodriguez Jr., 74, of Sundown passed from this life on Friday, February 24,2023. Billy Jean was born July 8, 1937 in Levelland to J.R. and Mable Thompson. Captain J. Graduate class of 1979. He was preceded in death by his wife, Zelma; his parents; and a brother, John Phillips. Doris Virginia Pirkle, 82, of Plainview, TX passed from this life on September 13, 2022, in Lubbock, TX. Interment will follow in the City of Levelland Cemetery. His hobbies was building bird houses, and listening to a variety of music. He worked as a Customer Service Technician for Windstream for over 12 years. Reading and studying his bible and building things, loved to paint, watching old movies, especially enjoyed spoiling all of his nieces and nephews always buying them candies. She dedicated her life to instilling a love for music to her many students that she considered her children. Carolyn lived a full life, often enjoying cooking and sharing recipes, travelling with Dan and their children and grandchildren, playing bridge and socializing with her close friends. began running a backhoe for a local sand and gravel company before opening his own sand and gravel yard which he ran for many years. She liked food tasting orders around the world, and collecting stuff animals. Earl had two major passions in life: first was family and second was the custom harvesting business. Earl started his own harvesting business at the age of 19. The experienced funeral directors at Head Duarte Funeral Home will guide you through the aspects of the funeral service with compassion, dignity and respect. She was preceded in death by her husband, Dave Stafford; her daughter, Debbie Graf; grandson, Kane Stafford; and great-grandson, Dylan Baker. She graduated from Levelland High School . Funeral services will be Thursday, October 13, 2022 at 1:00 p.m. at First Baptist Church in Levelland, Texas with Steve Wright and Arlano Funderburk officiating. Over the years, he overcame 30 years of heart trouble, 5 heart attacks, 12 stents, 6 months with a colostomy bag, to end with complications from Covid. She loved the time spent watching them all play and listening to the fun and laughter fill the room. In 1975 he joined the Houston Police Department and was assigned to traffic control. He was born June 8, 1948 in Abilene to L.K. Recitation of the Rosary will begin at 5:45 pm with visitation following from 6:00 to 8:00 pm on Wednesday, November 2, 2022, at Krestridge Funeral Home. He was a very religious man a very godly man and hed give the shirt off his back. He worked for Massengale Oil Company for 18 years, also as a volunteer responder for the Levelland Police Dept. She was a homemaker and her hobbies was gardening, cooking for all her children and grandchildren, reading her bible, going to church on Wednesdays and Sundays and always involved in church activities and events. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family. Allen was raised in Crane where he attended school and graduated from Crane High School. Parents: Sabas and Olivia Piedra Longoria, Spouse: Guadalupe Perez and 2nd Spouse of 6 years: Richard Martinez, (5) Brothers: Sabas Longoria Jr. , Narcecil Longoria, Jesse Longoria, Mike Longoria, Ricky Longoria, Sons: Steven Lee Perez of Rotan, Tx and Sebastian Realyvasquez of Lubbock. R.E. Earl Henry Evans was born May 3, 1927, in Lockney, Texas, to Elijah Malachi and Maggie Lemmie (Witcher) Evans. Spouse of 41 years: Felix Leos of Levelland, Sisters: Candy Gomez and Gloria Hernandez both of Post, TX and Tina Valdez of Southland, TX. Selma lived most of her adult life in Poteet, Texas. Receive obituaries from the city or cities of your choice. Im sitting here trying to ramble up words so you can see how such a great man lived, but my words cant capture him; not because I dont think there are words to, but because there are no words in the dictionary to help me explain so this is the best I can do. He was preceded in death by his wife of 48 years, Rose Caroland; parents, Charles and Katherine Caroland; son, Mike Caroland; and brothers, Cletus, Douglas, Harry, Donnie and Gene Caroland. Wayne and Crystal were known to be good hosts on trips to Vegas with friends and family. His hobbies was working manual labor and Praying, loved spending quality time with all of his family during all special occasions, and loved all his grand children. Raymond Eugene (R.E.) He was a man of God and led his family to love and trust God above all else. He finished his pond and spent many, many hours of his retirement fishing. While in college he met Carolyn (Carol) S. Ray. We provide a compassionate team with a willingness to serve . Sallye got her vehicle when it was time. Don then became an undercover narcotic officer and was finally promoted to a homicide detective. She was a member of First United Methodist Church where she served as a Sunday School teacher and was President of Methodist Women. Charitable donations will be accepted through First Assembly of God Church. In 1985 they opened a small beer store in a boxcar and went on to expand it into a full liquor, beer and wine store in 1987. Jerry is survived by his children, Dusty (Jodee), Callie (Donovan) and Corey (Candace) all of Levelland; brothers, Joe (Dorothy) Richardson of Sundown, Jim (Tonja) Richardson of Lubbock and Jay (Crystal) Richardson of Levelland; grandchildren, Jaycie and Cade both of Levelland; grand dogs, Axl Joe, Tank Lee, Dixie Larae and Rasputia Ann; and numerous nieces and nephews. Belen, was a homemaker and her hobbies was scratching lotto tickets, collecting coke memorabilia, baking bread, traveling, knitting, watching Andy Griffith on Television and loved spending time with all of her family. Visitation will be Tuesday, January 3, 2023, from 8:00 am until 5:00 pm; and Wednesday, January 4, 2023, from 8:00 am until 1:00 pm at Krestridge Funeral Home. He was preceded in death by his father, Alfredo Rodriguez. She married Mark Grimsley on October 31, 1953 in Muleshoe, Texas. Dallas Ray Toney, 92, of Levelland passed from this life on October 28, 2022. Brothers: Guadalupe Mendez, Henry Mendez, Porfirio Mendez, Siemon Mendez, Aurelio (Bobo) Mendez, Sisters: Irene Mendez of Levelland, Yolanda (Marvin) Gavina of Hereford, Maria Mendez of Levelland, Hermila Nina (Ricardo) Alegria of Lubbock. His hobbies was watching NFL Football Dallas Cowboys, going out to shoot his rifle, playing card games, and Dominos and would win too, watching his favorite cowboy show the Rifle Man, Karate Kid Kobra Kia series, listening to the Eagles Music. He loved his dogs, fishing, boating, cigarettes and Coors Light. Two years later, the family welcomed the third brother, Jamie. Levelland, TX Gas Prices Levelland Gas Prices - Find the Lowest Gas Prices in Levelland, TX Search for the lowest gasoline prices in Levelland, TX. Traveling cross country in her car. Spending time with all his family and grandchildren. Linda Joyce Rickert, married Martin Mancias Jr. , on July 4th, 1995 in Levelland. Jeannie taught kindergarten for 32 years. He married Jessica Gonzales, on February 27th, 2007 in Lamesa, Tx. He is survived by sons Gene (Lori) and Don (Angie), siblings Charlotte (the late Bill), John (Brenda), and Joe (Ramah). All Obituaries | Head Duarte Funeral Home | Levelland TX funeral home and cremation All Obituaries Name Word Maria Munoz Anton Maria Elena Munoz, was a wonderful daughter, sister, spouse and aunt. All Rights Reserved. Ramiro Garza, was a wonderful son, husband, father, grandfather and uncle. Obituaries; Services. Yvonne Roberts, 56 years old, currently living in Levelland, TX. She married Ronnie Bishop on September 12, 1988 in Roswell, New Mexico. He went back to work for Schwans for another 6 years and finally decided to retire. She was born June 2, 1939 in San Juan Chihuahua, Mexico to Magdaleno and Manuela Catano. He loved to travel and rarely missed an opportunity to best someone on the golf course or ski slopes. Kennedi Rose Diaz, 16, of Sundown passed from this life on January 11, 2023. Interment will follow at the City of Levelland Cemetery. February 24, 2023 He married Ethel Mae Clewis, in 1970 in Levelland and they shared 9 children from this union. All Rights Reserved. Troy Ray Williams, 86, of Levelland passed from this life on December 31, 2022. Jon moved to San Marcos, Texas shortly after graduation and resided in Buda, Texas until 2020. Upon his return from the war, he married his wife, Agapita, and they have been together for the last 49 years. She attended High school in Pharr, Tx . Reva Jean Milliken, 79, of Anton passed from this life on February 26, 2023. Under her direction, the LHS choir won many UIL Sweepstakes over the years, and put on several dinner theaters and musicals such as Oklahoma, The Music Man, Little Abner and The Wizard of Oz to name just a few. Her family moved to Levelland in the 1940s from Oklahoma by way of Tyler, TX, and she graduated from Levelland High School in 1948. R.E. A Celebration of Life service will be held Monday, September 19, 2022 at 2:00pm at First United Methodist Church in Levelland, Texas. Search Levelland obituaries and condolences, hosted by Echovita.com. Selma enjoyed volunteering at the Poteet Strawberry Festival and hosting family and friends in her home. Antoine Shamir DeLeon Mattison, 32 - Oct 24, 2017. He was born November 15, 1958 in Levelland to Joe Dale, Sr. and Jan Hofacket Richardson. The home was later moved and the fire station was built on the location. Levelland TX Obituaries and Online Search That brings us to online searching. Larry graduated from Whiteface Schools after attending since second grade. His grandchildren were his pride and joy. Fullen Jr.; mother and stepfather, Norma and Bob Rumbaugh; nephew, Paul Smith; and grandparents, W.B. Antonio Morales Delgado, was a wonderful son, brother, father and grandfather and uncle. She retired after teaching kindergarten for 28 years in Levelland. Van attended the Morton Church of Christ and Austin Street Church of Christ with Fredda through the years. Jon was born in El Cajon, California on August 27, 1981 to David R. and Sylvia H. Corder. She worked as a certified nurses assistant for several years at UMC Hospital in Lubbock and also at the Hickory House Retirement Center in Levelland. A unique and lasting tribute for a loved one. He was blessed with an extended family and neighbors who were good to the family. Dominic Rodriguez, Giuliana Torrez, Layla Rodriguez, February 5, 1945~November 17, 2022(age 77). Interment will be at 2:00 pm at Muleshoe Memorial Park Cemetery. On his birth certificate his name is spelled with two NsVann, but this never stuck. She also enjoyed cheering on her son as he played baseball. His hobbies included fishing, golfing, collecting figurines, baseball cards, cooking. Van was born in Omaha, Nebraska on November 2, 1946. Carolyn and Dan adopted two beautiful children, David Hook in 1966, and Laura Hook in 1968, after which she retired from teaching and devoted her time to her kids. She is preceded in death by her parents; her husband, her sons, Gaylon Ray Bishop and Danny Ray Fraser; grandson, Christopher Ray Bishop; and brothers, Larry Braddock, Jimmy Braddock, and Ricky Braddock. Her hobbies and joy in life Belen Dominguez Valedez, was a wonderful daughter, sister, mother, grandmother, great grandmother, great great grandmother, and aunt. He enjoyed working, traveling with his family, gambling, reading a variety of books, magazines, and news paper. He is preceded in death by his two sons, Doug and Don Evans; granddaughter, Courtney Ellen Cigainero; parents, Elijah and Maggie Evans; six brothers, Charlie, John, Walter, Loyd, Floyd, and E.M. Evans; three sisters, Ruby Irick, Tommie Fullerton, and Jessie Brock. Later she worked for Dr. J.C. Wilmon and for Texas Electric. Once Fredda came home with a sack of eucalyptus to put in a basket. Creating an obituary on Echovita is free. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorials in Shirleys name be made to the Hockley County Senior Citizens. The family would like to express a sincere thanks to Judy Parker for helping take care of Edith. He was born on July 18, 1952 to the late Eulalio Perez, Sr. and Apolonia Sanchez Perez in Colorado City, Texas. Surprised and shocked, the other gentleman left, and R.E. Interment will follow in the Smyer Cemetery. Isabel, was a wonderful daughter, sister, mother, grandmother, and aunt. Carolyn, born on September 15, 1938, grew up on a farm in Bula, Texas. He loved to make his grandkids laugh with his Bapa jokes and witty one-liners. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations be made in Selmas memory to the Scottish Rite Learning Center Lubbock, or a charity of your choice. Brothers: Saul Guillen of Canyon, Mario Guillen of Levelland, and Efrain (Barrett) Guillen, of Spring, Tx, October 24, 1930~November 20, 2022(age 92). Spouse of 56 yrs: Jerry Cox of Sundown, Daughter: Connie (Charles) Koeppen of Sundown, Sisters: Linda ( Johnny) McClay of Lubbock, and Ginger (Jimmy) Bellah of Merkel, TX, Grandchildren: Kaysee (Justin) Dyer, Maricela Garcia, David (Haley) Cox, Taylor (Joy) Koeppen, Robert (Jessica) Box, Robert Koeppen, Great Grandchildren: Morgan Cox, Rixon Box, Madison Keoppen, Oden Koeppen. as a heating and air conditioning technician for over 22 years. Louise is survived by a host of cousins and friends, as well as her children and grandchildren. Leslie Wayne Riggins was born in Lubbock on November 28, 1953. Graveside services will be held at 1:00 pm on Saturday, March 4, 2023, at Rutledge Cemetery in Poteet, Texas. Parents: Ray and Ruth Louse Cobbs of Morton, Spouse of 49 years: Amy Annie Ruth Henry of Lubbock, Grandsons (3): Kardale King Green Henry, Kadae Henry, Kamara Stewart, Sisters: Carolyn Cobbs Ross, and Rayla Cobbs both of Lubbock and Carolette Cobbs Brown of Dallas. She was a member of First United Methodist Church in Lubbock and the Order of the Eastern Star. was the perfect example of work hard, play hard. He obtained his pilots license in 1955 and enjoyed flying for twenty years. Caregiving is truly a calling from God and Juanita exemplified it in all ways caring for and becoming our mothers best friend. Interment will follow in the City of Levelland Cemetery. Tommy retired from Exxon/Mobil after 30 years in December 2007. Funeral services will be held at 10:00 am on Thursday, November 17, 2022, in the Krestridge Funeral Home Chapel. He is survived by his sister, Sharon Swanner Limmer; daughter, Annette Sykora and her husband Patrick of Levelland; daughter, Susan Tant of Wolfforth; five grandchildren and five great-grandchildren: Haylee Boyd, her husband, Zachary, and their children, Fischer and Collins; Nicole Campbell, her husband, Tell, and their children, Morgan and Clara; Hannah Grigsby, her husband Ian, and their daughter, Sloan; Holden Sykora; and Ryan Sykora. He was known as the Yard Man for his vast knowledge in that area. December 28, 1976~February 21, 2023(age 46). They became members of First Baptist Church and R.E. Interment will follow in the City of Levelland Cemetery. Together, they had three children: Gene, Don, and Terri Kaye (who passed away in 2018). 2023 Head Duarte Funeral Home. It was not unusual for him to get down on the floor with his grandkids and engage in hours of play and laughter. Sandra, was a secretary for her families Oil business for several years D C Oil Co. Inc. out of Sundown. : Cecilia Rios, was a wonderful daughter, sister, spouse and aunt. They were married for 67 years before he preceded her in death in 2015. He was a good Christian man that encouraged everyone to know God. Funeral services will be at 2:00 pm on Saturday, October 8, 2022, in the Krestridge Funeral Home Chapel. However, sometimes regular ties were the ones that matched his attire. They raised five children, Diana Zahn (Sheldon), Dale (Jeanie) Stevens, Doris (Danny)Miller, Darlene (Paul) Fillman and Darrell (Jolyn) Stevens. Throughout his lifetime and until the very end, Steve served on numerous industry, church and community boards holding many leadership positions. Donna Sue Jennings June 22, 1965 - Feb. 28, 2023 Donna Sue Jennings, 57, of Whiteface passed peacefully on February 28, 2023 in Wolfforth, Texas. In 1954, they returned to the family farm in Arnett where R.E. Odessa May Russell, 103, of Levelland passed from this life on November 21, 2022. Working out doors in the yard, helping her grandfather fix his house up. for several years.