Memorials
Jimmy Lovato went to the Lord on May 22. He was born in 1956 to Carlos and Josephine Lovato who preceded him in death. He was very tired and was ready to be taken home. He had 4 brothers and two half-sisters that preceded him in death. Johnny Esquierdo, Edward Lovato, Armando Lavato, Carlos Lovato, Viola Flores and Corina Gonzales. Jimmy loved life, playing golf, his Texas Tech Red Raiders. Going fishing, riding the tractor with the US Flag waving, cooking cowboy breakfast and having fun with family until his illness wouldn't allow him to travel. He is survived by two sisters, Chris Carter (Rayford); Patricia Lovato Casanova (Bobby) and his brother, Patrick Lovato (Susan); several nieces and nephews.
“They that love beyond the world cannot be separated by it. Death cannot kill what never dies.” ~ Williams Penn
Rosalyn Martinez, 80, of Lubbock, passed away May 12, 2022. She was born March 12, 1942, in Monterey, Mexico to Alejo and Maria Ibarra. Rosalyn started her life's journey by marrying her one true love Esteban Martinez Jr on April 7, 1967. She then became a superhero mom working as a seamstress making wedding gowns and caring for her two children. She continued her education and career by taking a position with the American Red Cross as the Emergency Service Director for Lubbock County. After a 10-year commitment to the Red Cross, she then moved on to be the Homeland Security Planner for South Plains Association of Government, where she excelled and was giving the opportunity to go to The White House twice. Loved ones include daughter Cecilia Ramirez (Jessie Ray) of Lubbock; Son Marco Martinez (Melinda) of Floydada, TX; 9 grandchildren, and 7 great-grandchildren. Two surviving sisters and one brother Alberto Ibarra of Weslaco, Tx; Eva Marroquin of Pasadena, Tx and Adelina I Gonzales of Lubbock, Tx. Preceded in death by Esteban Martinez, Jr. (Spouse) Alejo and Maria Ibarra (parents); Margarita Valdez (sister) and Frances I Hernandez (sister) NOTE: American Flag displays that the individual was a veteran.
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Ferrico “Pedika” Davila, 66, of Lubbock went to be with the LordMay 17, 2022. He was born September 25, 1955, in Lubbock, to the late Senovio and Guadalupe Davila. He was a hard worker and worked as a mechanic and concrete laborer for numerous years before retiring. In his spare time Ferrico enjoyed listening to “oldies “music, cheering on the Dallas Cowboys to victory and making others smile by joking around. However, his greatest joy in life was spending time with his family. He is preceded in death by his parents Senovio and Guadalupe Davila; a son Freddie Davila Jr. and a brother Raul Davila. Those left to cherish his memory are three daughters Jolisa Garcia of San Angelo, Jennifer Davila and Rosanna Davila both of Lubbock; six brothers Rev. Mario Davila of Lubbock, Christopher Davila of Shallowater, Senovio Davila Jr. of Lubbock, Steven Davila of Lubbock, Alexander Davila of Lubbock and Oscar Davila of Lubbock; five sisters Emma Garza of Shallowater, Teresa Cantu of Lubbock, Belia Rocha of Smyer, Melinda Davila of Lubbock and Irma Garza of Shallowater; six grandchildren; three great-grandchildren. Joe Herrera, 86 of Lubbock went to be with the Lord, May 13, 2022. He was born October 12, 1935, in Kenedy, Texas to the late Vidal and Felipa Herrera. Later in life, he went on to marry Mary Gutierrez in Lubbock. He worked for West Texas Compress for fifty-three years before retiring. Joe enjoyed playing the lotto, listening to music, dancing, mowing lawns and playing with his dogs. However, Joe’s greatest joy in life was spending time with his family and being a grandfather. He will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved him. He is preceded in death by his parents Vidal and Felipa Herrera; a daughter Irma Lee Herrera (2015) and a son Vidal Herrera (2017) Those left to cherish his memory are his loving wife Mary Herrera of Lubbock; a son Joe Herrera Jr. and wife Cathy of Lubbock; two daughters Linda and husband Ruben Stone of Lubbock and Olga Aleman of Lubbock; brother Santos Garza of Seminole, Texas, and a sister Fannie Herrera Aguirre of Kenedy, Texas; 21 grandchildren, 42 great-grandchildren, and two great-greatgrandchildren.
Memorial Richard Lopez
April 14, 1934 to June 8, 2008 Another year, and yet, you are still not forgotten. One day when God is ready, we will join you in Heaven. Till then, we remember you. Love Always! Your wife Rachel & Family And friends
Maria Margarita Guerra, 69, passed away on May 22, 2022, in Lubbock. She was the wife of Liberato Guerra, Jr. They married May 23, 1970, at St. Michaels in Levelland. She was born in Edinburg, TX in December 1952 to Margarito and Guadalupe Ponce. She graduated from Wayland Baptist University with a Bachelor of Science in Occupational Education. She worked at the Texas Department of Criminal Justice Pardons and Paroles Division as a hearing officer. She was an avid churchgoer and had accepted Jesus Christ as her Lord and Savior. She enjoyed traveling, camping, reading, dancing, and a good margarita. She will be remembered for her strong faith, love of family, iron will, and a lifetime of accomplishments in the field of law enforcement; including being the first female deputy to go on patrol for Lubbock County, and in 1985 became the first female investigator for Lubbock county. She won law enforcement officer of the year from the Kiwanis club, which at the time she won, the club was traditionally males-only. She was featured on the news and in many articles in the newspaper. After graduating from Wayland Baptist University, she became a hearing officer for the Texas Department of Criminal Justice. However, she will be most remembered for being a loving mother to her two daughters and a devoted wife. She is survived by her husband Liberato Guerra, her two daughters, Margaret Lee Morris (Teddy), Teresa Ann Walker (Edward), her three grandchildren, Amanda Ennen (Kevin), Anthony Walker (Beverly), Nina Walker, her two great-grandchildren, Olivia and Sebastian Walker, her parents Margarito and Guadalupe Ponce, her brother Mark Ponce and her sisters Josie and Annabel. She is preceded in death by her brother Miguel Ponce, Sr. and Ernesto Ponce. God blesses those who mourn, for they will be comforted. ~ Matthew 5:4
Gerald "Jerry" "Doc" Woofter,81, of Lubbock, passed away on May 14, 2022. He was born April 21, 1941, in Benton Harbor, Michigan. He attended Benton Harbor Schools and was selfemployed. On February 17, 2005, he married Carmela Martinez and they shared 17 years together. Jerry was a member of Our Lady of Grace Catholic Church and enjoyed golfing, fishing, and cooking. He was outgoing and friendly and will be remembered for his sense of humor and being a great conversationalist. Jerry is survived by his spouse Carmela Martinez "Woofter", his stepdaughter Lisa Barrera (Robert), granddaughter Victoria Gutierrez (Thomas), grandson Bobby Barrera, great-grandson Alejandro Gutierrez and great-granddaughter Phoenix Gutierrez, his son Buster Woofter, wife Tina Woofter, and his grandsons Tyler and Dustin Woofter.
Christian Isaiah Vela, passed away on April 24, 2022. He was born on October 6, 2001, in Lubbock, TX. He graduated from Lubbock High School with high honors and was attending South Plains College to pursue his passion in Computer Engineering. Christian was a member of Community Heights Church. He will be greatly missed. Those left to cherish his memory are his parents, Albert Castro, Jr. and Jessica Vela Castro of Lubbock, his sister Erin Blanco, and husband Robert Blanco, two nieces Journee and Haven Blanco, his brother Joshua Castro, three Uncles Donny Hernandez from Odessa, Ambrose Hernandez from McAllen, and John Joe Hernandez from Comfort, and numerous cousins. He also leaves behind a church family and friends who love him. He is preceded in death by his grandfather Enrique Vela Jr, grandmother Lilly Macias, and his brother Anthony Castro.
Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil ~ Psalm 23:4
Frances Barboza passed from this life on April 22, 2022 at the age of 94. She was born October 10, 1927 in Durango, Mexico. She married Donisio Barboza in 1982, and they shared 29 years together. She worked at Bozeman Elementary School in the cafeteria. In 1967 Frances was baptized Jehovah's Witness. She deeply loved Jehovah and spent more than 30 years of her life preaching as a pioneer. Frances enjoyed helping people and being with her family. She will be remembered for her love for Jehovah, her big smile and beautiful laugh, and for "her reganos" but in a good and loving way. Frances is survived by her grandchildren Noemi Gallegos, Melissa Greene, Rebecca Hernandez, Dora Shipley and Daniel Gallegos. She is preceded in death by her parents, her three sons Jimmy Gallegos, William Gallegos, and Albert Gallegos, and her grandchild Michael William Gallegos.
June Prayer
A PRAYER FOR TODAY Father, rouse in your people, rouse in me, a passion to stand up for those who are vulnerable to abuse, to abandonment, and to attack. Please use us, and especially Father, please utilize me, to be a redemptive force in the time and the circle of influence in which I live. In Jesus' name I pray. Amen. "Speak up for those who cannot speak for themselves, for the rights of all who are destitute." ~ Proverbs 31:8
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Rosa Guzman Cardenas died on May 5, 2022. She was born on September 16, 1949, to Anacleto and Bonifasia (Martinez) Guzman in Anson, TX. She grew up in Plainview, where she also attended school. In 1990, Rosa moved to Lubbock and in 1991, she married Antonio “Tony” Cardenas. She was a member of Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church. Rosa was an avid motorcycle rider and was an active member of the Seguidores De Cristo and Code 3 Riders LEMC. Survivors include her children, Albert (Cathy) Sarabia, Sonia DeLeon, and Tina Salas; eleven grandchildren; six greatgrandchildren; and siblings, Nick Guzman, Gabriel (Florinda) Gallardo, Manuela (Joe) Gonzales, and Brenda (Martin) Alvarado. She was preceded in death by her husband, Antonio “Tony” Cardenas; son, Sonny Sarabia; parents, Anacleto and Bonifasia Guzman; and brother, Simon Guzman. Cecil Honesto Jr., 63, passed May 21, 2022. He was born on August 26, 1958, in O’Donnell to Cecilio and San Juana Honesto. He was a graduate of O’Donnell ISD. Prior to working with the maintenance department for Excel Meat Packing, he enjoyed working on the Franklin Farms and learning heating and cooling, amongst other trades. He had a love for his dogs - all six and a half; however, his greatest joy in life was spending time with his family. Survivors include his wife of 29 years, Janie Honesto of O’Donnell; two daughters, Carolee Perales of Plainview, Audrey Mireles (Alfredo) of Amarillo; five sons, Thomas Gonzales of O’Donnell, Johnny Paul Gonzales of Lubbock, Dennis Gonzales (Lynette) of Denver City, Domingo Gonzales (Christi) of Lubbock, Cecil Joe Honesto (Angelica) of Plainview; three brothers, and six sisters; 23 grandchildren and 24 great grandchildren. He is preceded in death by his parents Cecilio and San Juana Honesto, a daughter Debbie Honesto of Laredo, and a brother Pedro Honesto.
