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Aunque han sido pocos y distantes entre sí, han habido algunos signos sobre la temporada que se avecina, incluyendo temperaturas cálidas y algunas tormentas eléctricas en la región del South Plains. Estos signos apuntan a la temporada de primavera, lo que significa: TORMENTAS ELÉCTRICAS. Pueden aparecer como grandesnubesconaspectodecoliflorode color azul oscuro/gris y pueden producir fuerteslluvias,relámpagosintensosjunto con granizo e incluso tornados.

Durante los próximos meses, oirá y verá los términos Alertas y Avisos. Las tormentas son limitadas en marzo, pero aumentan de abril a mayo y alcanzan su punto máximo a mediados de junio.

Alerta y Aviso son términos comunes en la temporada de tormentas. Hay una diferencia muy importante entre los dos. Una ALERTA significa vigilar o estar atento al desarrollo de tormentas. Las alertas se emiten usualmente por un período de 4 a 6 horas, alertándole sobre tormentas que pueden producir granizo grande, vientos fuertes y desarrollar tornados.

Hay dos tipos de Alertas: Tormenta

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Eléctrica y Tornado. Una Alerta de Tornado significa una atmósfera inestable que favorece el desarrollo de tornados a partir de tormentas eléctricas. También hay dos tipos de Avisos: Tormenta Eléctrica yTornado. UnAviso de Tormenta Eléctrica se emite cuando el tiempo "severo" es inminente o está ocurriendoporquelatormentaesopodría producir granizo mayor de ¾ de pulgada y vientos en o por encima de 58 mph. La mayoría de los avisos los emite la oficina del Servicio Meteorológico Nacional de Lubbock. Mientras que la tormenta puedesermuyintensayproducirgranizo pequeño y vientos de 50 mph, debe producir o tener un alto potencial de producir los criterios de viento y granizo que se clasifican como "severo".

UnAvisodeTornadoesemitidocuando el personal de emergencia avista una nubeenformadeembudoountornado,o cuandoelradarDopplerindicaqueseestá formando o se ha formado un tornado a partir de una tormenta eléctrica. Los avisosdetornadosuelentenerunperíodo de duración de entre 30-45 minutos, dependiendo de la tormenta.

SAINT FRANCIS MINISTRIES’ NEW RESIDENTIAL TREATMENT FACILITY: D Texas will make available an additional 21 beds for youth ages 13-18 in the Panhandle and will be the first of its kind in the state. Most importantly, it will serve young people most in need of the therapeutic care it will provide. Under the Family First Prevention Services Act, the QRTP model is designed to serve youth with serious emotional or behavioral disturbances and disorders. The facility is located at 125 Chicago Avenue. For more info visit SaintFrancisMinistries.org/grand-opening/.

STEPHEN R. HAY of Albuquerque NM, passed to his Heavenly home on February 6, 2023, with his wife Palmira Perea-Hay by his side. He was born in Cannelton, Indiana on February 24, 1938, his parents were Jim and Verna Hay, and 2 sisters.

Steve had an early education in Cannelton. He earned two master’s degrees from Catholic University of America in Washington DC. After completing his master’s degree he joined St. James Father's out of Boston, Massachusetts, and spent 6 years in Bolivia and Indianapolis ministering. When he earned his degree in Social Work, he spent the majority of his work in Catholic Charities Agencies with his wife Palmira. Steve and Palmira have been ASSOCIATES of VICTORY NOLL FOR 30 YEARS.

In 1982 Palmira and Steve worked as volunteers for Social Services (VESS) in Lubbock, Texas. Steve was the director of the agency for 18 years. In 2000 Steve and his wife moved to Albuquerque, NM, and worked for the Archdiocese of Santa for 8 years. They worked in the office of Pastoral Outreach, which included services for people with disabilities, prison, and jail ministries, and services for seniors. Steve loved serving the Spanish speakers, he continued his services in English, Spanish, and Sign Language.

He is survived by his wife, Palmira, and sister-in-law Rosa; brother Gary Hay of Leopold Indiana, a nephew Erik Hay of Denver Co. and two nieces Stephanie and Jessica Hay of Indiana.

Juan Gaona, 73, passed away on February 11, 2023, in Lubbock, Texas. He was born in Ralls, Texas to Elias and Guadalupe Gaona on October 26, 1949. He graduated from Roosevelt High School, Class of 1969.

He married LeAnn Gaona on January 22, 2019, in Lubbock. They shared 34 years together. Juan worked and retired from Southwestern Public Service (Excel Energy) after 38 years. He was a proud veteran of the United States Air Force. He enjoyed fishing and his family.

He is survived by his wife, LeAnn, daughter, Stacy Acevedo (Alfonso), son, Justin Gaona (Jenny), grandchildren, Aaron Acevedo, Dustyn Acevedo, Emilee Acevedo, Jackson Gaona, and Jillian Gaona, greatgrandchildren Aaniya, Myles, and Amari. He is preceded in death by his father Elias Gaona Jr, his mother Guadalupe Gaona, and his brother Elias Gaona III.

NOTE: American Flag displays that the individual was a veteran.

Martina Zepeda, 87, passed away on February 6, 2023, in Lubbock. She was born to Juan and Guadalupe Ybarra in Thorndale, Texas on November 12, 1935.

Martha was a homemaker. She had 9 children, 5 boys, and 4 girls. Martha loved watching football and her favorite team was the GreenBay Packers and cheered for the Cowboys. Her favorite college football teams were Texas Tech and the Oregon Ducks.

She was preceded by her husband Roberto Zepeda and her two sons, Richard Garcia and Jesse Garcia. Martina is survived by her seven children, sons-in-law and daughter-in-laws, and lots of grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces, and nephews.

Rafael V. Gomez, 89, of Lubbock, passed away February 7, 2023. He was born October 22, 1933, to Jesus Gomez in Jalisco, Mexico. In 1972 he married the love of his life Maria Diaz in Tahoka. Rafael was a hard worker and worked in agriculture and as a seasonal ginner for Tahoka Co-op, and as a proficient landscaper. Rafael also owned and operated the Bulldog Room for many years.

He is preceded in death by his wife Maria Diaz (February 2, 2010); his father Jesus Gomez; two sons, Deacon Francisco Aguilar, and Raul Gomez; a grand-son Guadalupe Aguilar.

Those left to cherish his memory are his son Marcus Wayne Martinez (Janie) of Lubbock; six grandchildren; seven greatgrandchildren.

God blesses those who mourn, for they will be comforted. ~

Matthew 5:4

Raul Fuentes Esparza, 82, passed away on February 8, 2023. He was born December 4, 1940 to Apolonio and Felecita Esparza in Eagle Pass, Texas. He married Lucia Ortega Esparza on May 21, 1960 in Lubbock, and they shared 60 years. He was employed at The Ranch House restaurant for over 30 years and was a welder at Great Plains for over 10 years. Raul enjoyed family gatherings, driving around, and was the best storyteller. That wild bobcat didn't stand a chance!

Raul is survived by his sons Felipe Esparza and Ruben Esparza, 9 grandchildren, 23 great-grandchildren, and 3 great-greatgrandchildren as well as his sisters, Mary Montes, Dora Ballejo, and Angie Land, his brother Jose Cruz Esparza and brother-in-law Sirildo Ortego. He is preceded in death by his beloved wife Lucia, his parents, his sister Bertha Esparza, and his brothers Abel, Juan, Feliberto "Beto," Roberto "Bobo," and Apolonio "Jr." Esparza.

Antonio Moreno, 90, February 3, 2023. He was born to Mercedes and Simona Moreno on January 4, 1933, in Elgin, Texas. He married his love Anita Gaitan in October 1957, and they shared 50 years before her death in January 2007. He will be remembered for his love for God, his love for his family, and his sweet, kind spirit. He enjoyed playing the accordion, listening to music, reading his bible, and praying the rosary.

He was preceded in death by his parents, his wife, one brother, six children, and five grandchildren. Those left to cherish his memory are his children Josephine Cassity, Eddie Gamez (Nora), and three grandchildren that

Israel "Tony" Hernandez, 71, passed from this life on February 5, 2023. He was born on April 19, 1951 to Tomas and Geneva Hernandez in Lubbock. On April 19, 1972, He married Janie Orosco Hernandez. They shared 50 years together and had two handsome boys. Tony attended Monterey High School and retired as a maintenance engineer with Sodexo. He was a member of St. Joseph's Catholic Church. Tony enjoyed watching western movies and was the biggest Dallas Cowboys fan.

He is survived by his wife Janie; his son Isaac "Ike" (Celeste) of Lubbock; 8 grandchildren; 7 great-grandchildren; his brothers, Thomas Hernandez and Noe Hernandez.

Tony is preceded in death by his son Jacob Hernandez, his father Thomas Hernandez, his mother Geneva Hernandez, his brother Guadalupe Hernandez, his sisters Cecilia Gutierrez and Eva Guzman, his father-inlaw Crespin R. Orosco, and his mother-in-

Janie H. Garcia, 84, of Lubbock went to be with the Lord February 3, 2023. She was born on May 8, 1938, in San Antonio, TX to the late Francisco and Nicholasa Hernandez. Later in life on March 26, 1963, she married Onesimo Garcia in Lubbock. She moved to Lubbock at the age of 15. She worked for the Hilton Inn for 15 years and also received a license for a daycare. Apart from all her accomplishments, her greatest joy in life was spending time with her family. She is preceded in death by her parents; her husband Onesimo Garcia (November 20, 2011); brothers Santiago Hernandez, Max Hernandez and Manuel Hernandez. Those left to cherish her memory are one son, Gilberto Rosas Sr. (Terry) of Lubbock; daughters, Juanita Berlanga of Lubbock, Rosalinda Garcia of Lubbock, and Stephanie Garcia of Lubbock; three brothers, Eustacio, Alejandro, and Pete, all of Lubbock; one sister, Conception Ybarra; 12 grandchildren, seven great-grandchildren.

Julian Rodriguez Alvarez died February 6, 2023, He was born on January 28, 1943, in Beeville, Texas, the son of George Alvarez and Juanita Acevedo Saldana. He married the love of his life Chavela Isabel Alvarez (deceased). Married October 4, for 43 years. They had three children, Julian (Bianca) Alvarez, Jr. (Lubbock, Texas); Samuel "Sammy" (Jocelyn) Alvarez (Lubbock, Texas); and Janette Alvarez (Tommy) Flores (Lubbock, Texas); along with 10 grandchildren & 12 great-grandchildren. Julian enjoyed time with friends and family, especially watching Dallas Cowboys games. He worked as a Maytag repairman for over 30 years was a dedicated Catholic and parishioner at Our Lady of Grace.

Rosenda VeraCruz was born March 1, 1933 in Somerville, TX and passed from this life on February 23, 2023. She married Salvador Vera Cruz on February 5, 1955. Rosenda worked for Lubbock ISD for 33 years and was a member of Our Lady of Grace Catholic Church where she served as a Guadalupana for many years. Rosenda is survived by her daughters Delia VeraCruz, Rosemary Perez (Rudy), Norma Pena (David), Erma Herrera (Ruben), and Priscilla Rubalcada (Billy); 12 grandchildren, 18 great-grandchildren, 5 great-great- grandchildren; and her sisters Isidora Garcia and Esperanza Lara. She was preceded in death by her husband Salvador VeraCruz, her sons Alfredo, Cruz, and Edward VeraCruz, her parents Anastacio and Antonia Ortega, and her siblings Pauline Zarazua, Janie Martinez, Margie Bills, Hilario Ortega, Felix Ortega, and Tino Ortega.

Happy Birthday Jr. Castilleja

March 3, 1961 to October 22, 2022

Hope you are coaching and leading football in Heaven! You are remembered, and missed by many!

Love, Your Family & Friends

San Juanita

“Janie” Castañeda, 73, surrounded by family went to be with the Lord on Sunday, February 26, 2023. She was born on January 25, 1950, to Juan E. and Fidencia Castro in Mathis, TX. She proudly obtained her high school diploma and had some college. She owned a small business until her retirement. Janie and her former spouse, Jose J. Martinez, had six children.

Janie and her husband Albert Castañeda of 15 years married on July 4th, blended their families.

She loved music and was self-taught on multiple instruments and sang beautifully. She was a master gardener. Her hobbies included sewing, jewelry-making, cooking, and crafts. She was a devout Catholic and shared God's Word through music and prayer. She attended St. Theresa’s and Our Lady of Grace Catholic Church. She is survived by her husband, Albert. Her children: Christy Martinez-Garcia (Frank Garcia), Cindy Adame (Darian Springfield), Jo Ann Martinez, Monica (Danny) Carrasco; Joey Martinez, and Roman (Jennifer) Martinez. As well as her stepchildren Alberto Castañeda Jr.; Gabriel (JoAnn) Castañeda; Vicky (Victor) Diaz; and Jonathan Castañeda. She had 24 grandchildren and 18 great-grandchildren. As well as her sisters - Mary Rodriguez, Connie Fuentes, Julia Castro, Melissa (Mike) Perez, and Melinda (Ricky) Olivarez. And brothers Castro - John Castro, Danny (Josie), David (Silvia), and Mike Castro.

She is preceded in death by her parents Juan and Fidencia Castro; siblings Genoveva Perez, Diana Castro, Charlie Castro, and Dianita Castro; stepchildren Sammy, Anthony, and Cassandra Castañeda.

Janie was a wife, mother, grandmother, and beloved friend to many and will be deeply missed.

Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil ~ Psalm 23:4

In Memory of Danny S. Ramon

July 30, 1950 to March 24, 2001

Dad, We love you & miss you always!

Love, Nickie, Vickie, Angela & Daniel