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Interested in a paid apprenticeship with the City of Lubbock? Check out the City’s Field Services Summer Program! Participants will shadow and work with project managers, inspectors, and equipment technicians from the following City departments: Facilities Management Codes

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Public Works

The City of Lubbock Field Services Summer Program (FSSP) is designed to provide young adults, between the ages of 17-21, with summer employment that develops job skills and knowledge in a rewarding work environment. Participants will have an opportunity to explore public service careers through job assignments with City departments, gain valuable hands-on work experience and acquire employability skills necessary for success in future careers.

Requirements:

• Be 17-21 years of age at the start of the program

• Have a Social Security Card.

• Be currently enrolled in high school and/or a recent high school graduate.

This is a 7 week program beginning June 12 and concluding July 28. Apply online at mylubbock.us/ FieldServicesSummerProgram for up-to-date information on the program. For application and program questions, call (806) 775-2281.

The APPLICATION DEADLINE is May 12, 2023.

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Esther Sepeda, 84, in the early morning of April 5, 2023, surrounded by family, Esther was called from this earth and into the arms of her eternal Father. She was born April 10, 1938, in Buda, TX to Jesus & Inocensia Salazar. She was very active in her community. She co-founded the Hispanic Association of Women Inc. and was the first Hispanic woman to be appointed as a board member to the Lubbock Chamber of Commerce. She later was appointed as the CEO for The Lubbock Hispanic Chamber of Commerce and served for over 22 years. She enjoyed Bible studies and ministering to others about Christ was a passion that was inspired by her many years as a member of Alliance Church. After moving to Abernathy, she became a faithful member of Northside Baptist Church where she served until her passing. Above all, Esther loved her family and any time spent with them were memories she cherished always.

Those left to cherish her memory are her daughter, Susan Ysasaga of Austin; six sisters and their husbands, Reina & Rey Garcia, Mary & Mike Riojas, Gloria & Tommy Yanez all of Lubbock, Dora & Mark Lucero of Lubbock, Sylvia (Lucero) & Chuck Phillips of Rowlett, Beatrice & Richard Edwards of Garland; 11 grandchildren and numerous great grandchildren. She is preceded in death by five sons, Roland Sepeda, Eddie Sepeda, J.B. Sepeda, Ronald Sepeda, & Robert Sepeda; four brothers, Jose Salazar, Francisco Salazar, Jesus Salazar, George Salazar; two sisters, Carmelita Ochoa, Rosa Quintanilla.

Norma Linda Borjas, 35, of Lubbock passed away April 2, 2023. She was born on January 2, 1988, in Lubbock to Daniel and Belinda Borjas. She went on to receive her Cosmetology License and worked numerous years in management and construction. Norma enjoyed being outdoors, gardening, hiking, and fishing. She had a passion for art and loved fairies. However, Norma’s greatest passion in life was spending with her family, especially her son Eli. Her family will always remember how Norma was a very optimistic person and always saw the good in everyone, “She will forever be our fairy.” Those left to cherish her memory are her parents Daniel and Belinda Borjas; a son Eli Daniel Zamora; sisters Gracie Borjas and husband Jesse Garcia and Elizabeth Russwurm and husband Brian West; nieces and nephews Brooklin, Zackary, Andrew, Dominick, Derek, Dean, Saoirse and Kylo all of Lubbock.

Enos Escamilla Jr., 78 of Lubbock, Texas was a loving husband, father, papa, great grandpa, and brother. He passed away peacefully surrounded by his children on April 5, 2023. He was born to Inez and Santos Escamilla on January 11, 1945, in El Campo, Texas.

He was married to the love of her life, Mary Escamilla, on November 30, 1983. They have three children, Julie Curry of Lubbock, Texas. Patrick Prieto and his wife, Delilah of Crane, Texas, and Amanda Strickland and her husband, Anthony of Lubbock, Texas. He was loved by his 11 grandchildren and 8 great grandchildren.

Renee Chapa Lopez, 56, of Lubbock, Texas passed away on Friday, April 21, 2023. Born on April 13, 1967, in Brownfield, Texas, was the beloved daughter of Frank and Linda Lopez. she shared a special bond with her sister Regina Lopez, and the two remained close as they journeyed through life’s highs and lows together.

Renee graduated from Estacado High School in 1985.

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Enos retired from a successful career as an entrepreneur. He was an avid Texas Tech sports fan who attended as many sporting events as he could. He would travel frequently to attend his children and grandchildren’s many activities. Enos is preceded in death by his beloved wife, Mary Escamilla, his parents, Inez and Santos Escamilla, brother, Richard Escamilla, sister, Lela Valverde, and sister, Maria Escamilla, He is survived by his three children, 11 grandchildren, 8 great grandchildren, 2 sisters, and a host of nieces and nephews.

Renee’s greatest joy in life was her family, and she was especially proud of her daughter, Chelsea Ann Garcia, and her son-in-law, Rocky Garcia. The bond she shared with Chelsea was unbreakable, and they were not only mother and daughter but also best friends. Renee’s love for her family extended to her four granddaughters, Alli, Aleigha, Aria, and Zoey Garcia, who affectionately called her their “Nana.” She adored her “girls,” and they were the center of her world.

Throughout her life, Renee was a source of inspiration and support for her nieces and nephews, Sadee Kelly, Steven Lopez, and Sessalee Saucedo.

Chapa, Jr, 72, of Lubbock passed away April 17, 2023. He was born on April 13, 1951, to Frank Reyes Chapa, Sr., and Janie (Davila) Chapa, in Slaton, Texas. Frank had a love for music, he played and toured with some of the top Tejano bands, such as Los Moonlighters, Los Premiers and the Hub City Band. He played the saxophone, trumpet, and accordion. Music was a very big part of Frank’s younger life, while touring with these bands he earned several awards and a star on the West Texas Walk of Fame in 1997 with Los Premiers. After retiring from the entertainment industry, Frank worked as a jailer for Lubbock County and as a security officer with Covenant Medical Center. He loved to restore old cars, and was an avid antique collector, including a large amount of Cokea-cola memorabilia. Those left to cherish his memory are his son, Frank Chapa, III and wife Debra; daughter, Cristina Ramos; mother, Janie Chapa; sister, Janie Mahaffey; three grandchildren, Pristina Ramos, Mariah Higgins, and FrankieRose Chapa; and two great grandchildren.

Ramirez Cruz, 80, passed on April 17, 2023 at the age of 80. He was born January 29, 1943 in Lubbock, Texas to Luis Flores and Susana Ramirez Cruz. In 1950 he married Victoria M. Cruz who preceded him in death in 1988. Francisco was a self-employed mechanic and was a member of St. Patrick's Catholic Church and Our Lady of Guadalupe. Francisco is survived by his sons Johnny Cruz of Lubbock, TX and Julian Cruz of Springtown, TX, 5 grandchildren and 13 great-grandchildren. He is preceded in death by his wife Victoria, his son Francisco Cruz, Jr. and his two brothers Luis Cruz, Jr. and Pedro Cruz.

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

Eunice L. Zapata, 87, of Lubbock went to be with the Lord Sunday, April 23, 2023. She was born on March 10, 1936, in Maysfield, Texas to the late Hermin and Donitela Lucio. Later in life on January 3, 1955, she married Louis V. Zapata in Clovis, New Mexico, cherishing 60 loving years of marriage before he preceded her in death on September 10, 2015. Eunice and her family were formally of Petersburg, before moving to Lubbock. She was always a faithful, devoted, and active Catholic attending Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Petersburg before becoming members at St. Patrick’s Catholic Church. Eunice worked as a seamstress for numerous years before retiring. She is preceded in death by her loving husband Louis V. Zapata and by her parents Hermin and Donitela Lucio.

Those left to cherish her memory are her three sons Roy Zapata and wife Shirley, Rudy Zapata and wife Sharon and Steve Zapata and wife Hermie; three brothers Frank Lucio, Antonio Lucio, and Fermin Lucio all of San Angelo; four grandchildren, nine great grandchildren and five great great grandchildren.

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Juan Bartolo Garcia , 35, passed from this life on April 1, 2023. He was born July 16, 1987 to Peter and Peggy Garcia in Lubbock,Texas. On August 19, 2013 he married Michelle Garcia, and they shared 10 years together. Juan was a master installer at Fast Class Glass. He enjoyed going fishing with his son and family.

Juan is survived by his wife Michelle Garcia; his daughters Leann Garcia and Karisma Contreras; his parents Peter and Peggy Garcia; his sisters Samantha and Alex Garcia; his uncles Pablo (Belinda) Garcia, Gabriel Garcia, Danny Garcia; his aunt Anna Garcia; his father Juan Garcia; and numerous family members and friends. He is preceded in death by his son Kristian Contreras, his grandmother Elvira Garcia, his grandfather Navidad Cantu, his aunt Angie Garcia and his uncle Joe Garcia.

Kristian Aris Contreras ,16, passed from this life on April 1, 2023. He was born was born August 25, 2006 in Lubbock, Texas to Michelle Garcia. He was a student at Monterey High School where he was a member of the band and Robotics Club. He worked as an expo at The Plaza restaurant. Kristian is survived by his mother Michelle Garcia; his four siblings Karizma Contreras, Leann Garcia, Jenna Martinez, and Johnathan Martinez; his grandparents Delia (Ernie) Carranza and Manuel (Adela) Contreras II; his great-grandmother Pola Contreras; his aunts Cruz Alma (Adam) Hernandez, Alexandria "Alex" Garcia, Samantha Garcia, Manuel Contreras III, Stephanie Contreras, Jazmin (Kokes) Cuevas; and many cousins, family, and the homies. He is preceded in death by his father Juan Garcia, his great-grandparents Manuel Contreras, Florentina Diaz, and Juan Trevino, his great-uncle Sixto Ceniseros, and his great Aunt Silvia Ceniseros.

God blesses those who mourn, for they will be comforted. ~ Matthew 5:4

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Tanguma, III, 62, of Lubbock, passed away April 15, 2023. He was born in Loraine, Texas on May 9, 1960, to Juan Tanguma, Jr and Atanacia Garcia. He enjoyed singing, playing his bass guitar, and anything else that had to do with music. He loved spending time with his family and friends.

Those left to cherish his memory are his children; Crystal Tanguma, Angelica Romero (Fernando), Jennifer Diaz (Andrew), Juan Tanguma, IV, and Leslie Tanguma, siblings, Astrella Tanguma, Benita Franco, Juanita Tanguma, Lupe Tanguma, and Amado “Tico” Tanguma; 12 grandchildren and longtime friend, Lydia Guajardo. Juan was preceded in death by his parents, Juan Tanguma, Jr and Atanacia Garcia, and brother Joey Tanguma.

May Prayer

A Prayer For Today

Father, thank you that when I rise up you are not only there, you are watching over me. Almighty God, thank you that when I return home at the end of my day, you are there, escorting me home and welcoming me. I thank you most of all, dear Father, that when I leave this life and go to the next, you are there to escort me out of this life and welcome me home to life with you, forever! In Jesus' name I praise you. Amen.

It is written, "The LORD will watch over your coming and going both now and forevermore."

~ Psalm 121:8

We miss you dear friend. You are family, and you're always on our mind. Blessings on your birthday!

In Loving Memory On Your Heavenly Birthday! Mary Lou Garcia

Those who have a Mother, cherish her with care, For you never know the heartache, Till you see her vacant chair. We love and miss you Mom, We wish you were here today, Just to say these words to you, We love you in every way. Happy Heavenly birthday and Happy Mother's Day!

From Maria, Suzy, Socorro, Alcario, Mary Lou, Ismael, Grandkids and Great grandkids