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Funeral Services for Maria Socorro “Socorrito” Garcia, 91, of Brownfield, will be held at 10:00 am on Thursday, May 9, 2024, at St. Anthony’s Catholic Church with Father John Ohlig officiating. Viewing will be held from 10:00 am to 8:00 pm on Wednesday, May 8, 2024, at Brownfield Funeral Home, with Rosary at 6:00 pm. Maria was born in El Roy, TX, on November 3, 1932, to Felipe and Hilaria (Santiago) Miranda. Her family would come to Brownfield during the migrant farming seasons and eventually stayed here. At first, she didn’t like it because of the sand storms, but she stayed, and it became her home. She met the love of her life, Ruben Garcia, and they were married in 1950. They spent 42 years together before his passing in 1992. Described by her family as a “living saint,” Maria possessed a gentle spirit and a servant’s heart that touched the lives of everyone she met. Her love for gardening, sewing, and reading her Bible brought her endless joy, and her passion for music filled her home with warmth and comfort. She was a lifelong member of St. Anthony’s Catholic Church with membership in Las Guadalupanas, Cursillistas, Grupo de Misericordia. She also taught educational classes and sang in the church choir. Throughout her life, Maria found solace in her faith and was a pillar of strength for her loved ones. She cherished her moments spent conversing with friends and relatives on the phone, always eager to offer a listening ear and a comforting presence. Along with her foundation of faith, she was rooted in the love of her family. Maria is preceded in death by her parents, Felipe and Hilaria; her husband Ruben; a daughter, Rosalinda Garcia; three sons, Rodolfo Garcia, Ramiro Garcia, and Ruben M. Garcia, Jr.; five brothers, Nasario, Manuel, Bartolo, Antonio, and Luis; two sisters, Juanita and Nicolasa; and her great-grandson, Gabriel Elijah Marez. Left to cherish her memory is her daughter Laurencia Holguin and husband, George; brother, Merardo - Lalo Miranda; daughter -inlaw, Flora Garcia; 5 grandsons, Johnny, Ruben, Sandy, Matthew, and Jesse; four granddaughters, Nicole, Elizabeth, Pilar, and Victoria; 18 greatgrandchildren and 11 great-great-grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews.
Read moreGene H. Adams passed away quietly on April 15, 2024 after a long illness. He was born on October 14, 1934 in Vineland, N.J. to Myrtle Reed Adams and Harold Adams. Gene was the oldest of five brothers so he was followed around by four little brothers, playing baseball, running track and riding bikes. All five, in time, volunteered for the military. Gene joined the military in January 1954 for a three year stint. He was in the Guided Missile Corp, Redstone arsenal in Huntsville, Alabama and Monmouth, N.J. He was discharged in January 1957 with good conduct medal and National Defense Service Medal.
Read moreA Celebration of Life for Frances Hamm, 70, of Lubbock will be held at 2:00 p.m. Monday, April 22, 2024, at Lake Ridge Chapel and Memorial Designers at 6025 82nd Street, Lubbock, Texas, with Gary Davis officiating. Frances Taylor Hamm passed away Tuesday, April 16, 2024. She was born August 16,1953, in Wellington, Texas, to Louise & Buel Taylor. She married the love of her life, Scott Hamm, on November 25, 1977. Frances spent her early years living in Wellington, San Antonio, and Amarillo. She moved to Brownfield in the 2 nd grade and graduated from Brownfield High School in 1971. She attended West Texas State University and graduated in 1975 with a B.S. in Education and Social Studies. Frances taught school in Lubbock, Brownfield, Loop, and Denver City from 1976-2015. She finished her career as a Testing Coordinator for Denver City High School. She created many long-lasting friendships during her years in education. Frances and Scott farmed and raised a family in Wellman, Texas. Frances’s greatest legacy is her family, and she would be quick to tell you they were her greatest joy. Frances and Scott were blessed with three children, Shane, Sarah, and TyScott. Frances was one of a kind. All who knew her celebrated her natural candor and fierce loyalty to all those she loved. She was a consummate farm wife and “Mother Earth” serving three hot meals a day and helping with the show animals. She was known to have the ability to re-introduce a lost calf to its mother in the pasture, shoot a troublesome rattlesnake outside of a bathroom window and yet she could easily dazzle everyone with her beauty when the occasion arose. Her talents and grit knew no boundaries. Frances was a voracious reader—everything from the classics to Agatha Christie to Louise Penny. She made beautiful artwork quilts for her family and friends. She also had an innate ability to repair almost anything. Frances was a committed animal lover. Her many dogs over the years were a continuous joy of her life.
Read moreSally Sue Becker, 90, formerly of Brownfield, TX, went to be with our Lord on Wednesday, April 3, 2024, at Methodist Hospital in Southlake, TX.
Read moreFuneral service for Avalino DeLeon, Jr., will be held at 2:00 pm on Friday, April 5, 2024, at Templo Betel with Rev. Santos Gamez officiating. Prayer Service will be held at 6:00 pm on Thursday, April 4, 2024, at Brownfield Funeral Home.
Read moreVi passed away February 3,2024 at Lakeside Rehab in Lubbock, TX after a lengthy illness. She was born March 18, 1940, to Volney Almus and Hazel Hamby in Hooker, OK.
Read moreMemorial Service for Ann D’Lane Owen will be held at 10:30 am on Saturday, March 23, 2024, at Brownfield Church of Christ with Bo Shero officiating.
Read moreFuneral service for Scarlett Raeyn Villarreal will be held at 2 pm on Monday, March 11, 2024, at Abundant Harvest Community Church. Visitation will be held from 10 am to 8 pm on Saturday and Sunday, March 9 & 10, 2024, at Brownfield Funeral Home. Scarlett passed away on March 3, 2024, surrounded by her loving family. Born on September 22, 2016, Scarlett brought joy and laughter to all who knew her. Scarlett’s bright spirit and love for life were evident in everything she did. She enjoyed playing with dice and spinners, going on walks, and eating her favorite foods. Scarlett loved attending school and interacting with her cousins, forming cherished memories that will forever live on in the hearts of those who knew her. Scarlett is preceded in death by grandparent, Joe Villarreal; great-grandparents, Joe and Rebecca Villareal; great-great grandparent, Lucia Martinez, Manuel Perez, Jr., Rachel Perez; uncle, Edward Perez and cousin, Jonah Lucio. Scarlett is survived by her parents, JoSeth Villarreal and Dariann Martinez; sister, Brianna Villarreal; brother, Joe Villarreal, grandparents, Johnny and Helen Martinez, Monica Warren, Becky Garza and Tony Medina; great-great grandparents, Lazaro and Janie Alvarado aunts and uncles, Heather Martinez, Johnny Gomez, Monica and Kevin Gamez, Tessa and Johnny Lucio, Jo’Ana and Jose Jaimes, Johnny Martinez, and Christina and Carlos Rodriguez; great aunt and uncle, Sandra Villarreal and Rick Rodriguez and numerous aunts, uncles and cousins.
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