Terry Strickland, 64, of Waco, passed away after an extended hospital stay on February 18, 2022. A memorial service will be held at 11:00 a.m., Saturday, February 26, at First United Methodist Church in Waco. Visitation will be Friday, February 25, from 5:00 – 7:00 p.m. in the Garden Room of Wilkirson-Hatch-Bailey Funeral Home. Terry Strickland was born August 27, 1957, in Brownfield, Texas, to James W. Strickland, Jr. and Gwendolyn Sue Patterson. He was preceded in death by his father and mother. He is survived by his wife, Jacqui; daughter, Alexandria; brother, Jim Strickland; Jim’s wife, Pam; and Jim’s children Jimmy and Christie. Terry grew up in west Texas before finding his way to Baylor University where he graduated in 1984. He began his career with State Farm Insurance Company in 1985 and established his agency in 1986 in DeSoto, Texas. He opened his State Farm Agency in Waco, Texas in 1997. Earning numerous awards with State Farm over thirty-five years, Terry was most proud of being recognized for State Farm’s most prestigious award as a Crystal of Excellence Agent. Though “Like a Good Neighbor” was a corporate slogan, Terry embodied that spirit through his active commitment to community and civic organizations. A sampling of his involvement over the years includes: Member of DeSoto Chamber of Commerce, serving on the Executive Board and as Chairman of the Board; Member of the Baylor Waco Foundation Board; Past President of the Northwest Waco Kiwanis Club; Waco Chamber of Commerce Board Member; Leadership Waco Board; Leadership Waco Alumni Board; Member of the Bear Foundation and avid supporter of Baylor Athletics; Board Member and Past President of The Kiwanis Club of Waco; Past President of The Kiwanis Club of Waco Foundation; and Member of First United Methodist Church of Waco. Terry was especially devoted to his wife and daughter, constantly seeking to enable them to thrive. Friends always received a warm welcome, and acquaintances were always greeted as friends. He acknowledged people’s birthdays, relished the sharing of stories, and had a fondness for starting the buffet line at the dessert end. Memorials may be made to Vanguard College Preparatory School in Waco (2517 Mt. Carmel Drive, Waco, TX 76710) or The Kiwanis Club of Waco Foundation (1711 Lake Success, Waco, TX 76710).
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Military graveside services for Wayne Pete Curtis were held at 11:00 a.m. on Monday, February 21, 2022, at the Meadow Cemetery in Meadow, Texas with Mark Jennings officiating. There was a family visitation from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. on Sunday, February 20, 2022 at the Brownfield Funeral Home. Pete Curtis entered into his eternal home February 15, 2022. He was born in Meadow, Texas March 17, 1929 to Arthur and Violet Curtis. He was born the second of six children and raised on their family farm East of Meadow. He was blessed with a close family who endured the Depression with the values of hard work and a lot of love for the land and his family. He graduated from Meadow High School and began his lifelong career as a cotton farmer on his family land. In the early 1950’s, he entered into service with the United States Army and served in the Korean War. He proudly fought with his unit at the Battle of Heartbreak Ridge and was a Corporal and Chief of Section over the 8 inch Howitzer Artillery Unit. Through this service, he developed many lifelong friendships and was honored to serve his country. He embodied a deep love for his fellow man and country, but especially loved his hometown of Meadow, Texas. On Christmas Day of 1953, he married the love of his life, Glena Winston, in Brownfield. Their love weathered some hardships, but only grew and became stronger over the years. They shared 68 years of happiness and blessings. Early in their marriage, Pete and Glena were members of the Crescent Hill Church of Christ in Brownfield. They later became faithful members of the Meadow Church of Christ and devoted much of their time to living their lives serving others through their church and community. Pete and Glena were blessed with four daughters, four grandchildren, and five great-grandchildren. He was preceeded in death by Marci Curtis Politte on December 30, 1987. He is survived by his wife, Glena Curtis, and daughters, Becky Curtis Arant and husband, Ruyal Don Arant, Lori Curtis Beane and husband Rooster Beane, and Karen Curtis Rodgers and husband James Houston Rodgers. His surviving grandchildren are Tangi and Keith Irwin, Tesha and Colbert Perez, Dakota and Allie Arant, and Jaxson Rodgers. His great-grandchildren, who brought him so much joy, are Bellamy Lace Perez, Bryleigh Faith Perez, Bronson Dane Perez, Tynlee Graham Irwin, and Laramie Junebug Irwin. Pete is also survived by his beloved brother, Sonny Curtis and wife Louise, and his beloved sister, Alene Curtis Richardson. The family requests memorials be made in Pete’s memory to St. Jude’s Foundation or The Lubbock Children’s Home. Floral memorials can be arranged directly through Brownfield Floral. The family would like to extend their deep gratitude for their friendship, love, and prayers.
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Memorial service for Jimmie Lee McClanahan of Brownfield, will be held at 2:00 p.m. Saturday, February 26, 2022 at Brownfield Funeral Home Chapel With Bill Titus officiating. Jimmie Lee McClanahan took his last breath on February 18, 2022 in Lubbock, Texas at the age of 62. He was born on April 18, 1959 in Brownfield, Texas. He was the second child to Gilbert (Gib) and Jackie McClanahan. He graduated from Gadsden High School in Anthony, New Mexico. At an early age, Jim worked with his dad at the racetrack and learned the value of hard work. He obtained his New Mexico Trainers license in 1977 and was a multiple stakes trainer with 393 starts. He later worked in fiber optics as a testing and documenting manager. In 2005, he become a husband, stepfather, and father when he married the love of his life, Terri. To family, Jim was a friend and to friends, Jim was family. He never met a stranger and was liked and respected by all who knew him. He was a gentleman, teller of tales (most of them true), griller of meats, and baker of pies. Jim is preceded in death by his parents, Gib and Jackie McClanahan. He is survived by his wife, Terri and son, Jack; stepsons, Justin Mullins and Ethan Mullins; sister, Sue Ann Atkinson and husband Keith; brother, Loyd McClanahan and wife Becki; and a whole slew of extended family and friends.
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Glen Doltan Reid passed away peacefully on February 13, 2022 in his home in Brownfield, Texas. He was a beloved husband, dad, “Papaw”, and friend. A Celebration of Life Service will be held at First Baptist Church in Brownfield, Texas on Saturday, February 26, 2022 at 10 am. Glen was born on June 18, 1934 in Gomez, Texas to Charles D and Christine Reid. Glen married Peggy Stewart on June 1, 1953. Together, they had three children. On July 5, 1967, Glen married JoAnne Harris. He added a daughter to the Reid family, and together, they had two more children. He was a farmer in Terry County with his father. He also worked as a master electrician for Don Robertson Electric for about 47 years. He enjoyed spending time with his family. He loved snow and water skiing, working with leather, wood working, fishing, helping with Boy Scouts, and watching sports. He is preceded in death by his parents, two sisters – Avis Shurley and Melba Shannon, and a daughter – Charlotte Summers. He is survived by his wife, JoAnne, children – Randall Reid, Danny (Cathy) Reid, Jaime Reid, Janna Reid, Michael (Stacey) Reid, grandchildren – Nikki Fitts, Nicolas (Kattie) Reid, Christopher (Tianna) Morvant, Michael D. (Lacey) Reid, Benjamin Reid, Nathan Reid, Hayden Reid, great grandchildren Jaylen Fitts, Sydney Reid, Cooper Reid, and Willow Reid. Pallbearers: Michael Reid, Nicolas Reid, Jaylen Fitts, Benjamin Reid, Cooper Reid, Nathan Reid (honorary – Michael D. Reid and Christopher Morvant). Special thanks to Interim Home Health/Hospice of Brownfield.
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Alton Eugene Burnett of Cottage Village in Brownfield, passed away from this life February 8, 2022. Funeral services were held at 10:00 a.m. Friday, February 11, at Calvary Baptist Church of Brownfield, with Joey Pierce officiating. Burial followed in the City of Sundown Cemetery. Alton and family are under the care of Ratliff Funeral Home of Brownfield. Alton was born to Arthur Edward and Edna Wortham Burnett in Red Lake, New Mexico on September 20, 1930. He grew up in Red Lake and Portales, New Mexico, graduating from Portales High School. He loved to fix cars, attend classic car shows and play jokes on everyone. He never passed up a good game of volleyball or horseshoes or a chance to aggravate his grandkids. He always strived to have the perfect lawn, and never gave up trying to catch those gophers! Alton worked for McAlister Trucking, and that brought him to Sundown where he met and married his beloved wife of 62 years, Ella Mae Giddens on December 23, 1950, in Sundown, Texas. Alton spent many years working for Cities Service Company in the Sundown area, retiring as a field foreman for Oxy, USA. Alton is preceded in death by his parents, his wife Ella, sisters Viola Walker and Jessie Whitehead, as well as brother Leroy Burnett. Alton is survived by his children, Eddie Burnett (Vicki) of Houston, Danny (Traci) Burnett of Sundown, Steve (Melissa) Burnett of Plainview, Donna Dill (Tony) of Brownfield, and Debbie Gillespie of Slaton. Grandpa Burnett left behind 10 cherished grandchildren: Roger (Christine) Burnett, Chad Burnett (Candice Rebbe), Jamie (Curtis) Lynn, Morgan (Sean) Vaughn, Calvin Day, Justin Burnett, Britney Gillespie, Matthew Burnett, Kegan (Kelly) Gillespie, and Aaron Burnett, along with 11 precious great grandchildren and two great-great grandchildren. He is also survived by two sisters, Vera (Al) Thompson of Elizabeth City, North Carolina and Wanda (Richard) Hendrix of Wichita Falls, Texas along with many cousins, nieces and nephews. Alton was a long-time member of First United Methodist Church in Sundown. He coached little league baseball for many years. He was our loving husband, brother, father and grandfather who will be dearly missed.
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Services for Mary Susan Perez were held at 2 pm on Friday, February 18, 2022, at Brownfield Funeral Home with burial followed in Brownfield Cemetery. Visitation was held from 5-7 pm on Thursday, February 17, 2022, at Brownfield Funeral Home. Susan went to her heavenly home on February 14, 2022. She was born on March 7, 1956, to Jesse and Mary Avila of Gatesville, TX. She married the love of her life, David Perez, Jr., on August 5, 1978. They were married for 43 years. Susan worked for Meadow ISD for many years. She was a woman of strong faith and always had a lending ear for her friends. Susan enjoyed spending time with her kids, but most of all she enjoyed spoiling her grandbabies. “Sister time” was very important to her. She is preceded in death by her father and mother, Jesse and Mary Avila; her father-in-law and mother-in-law, David and Donna Perez. Susan is survived by her husband, David; daughter, Jessica (Mathew) Acevedo of Howe; son, Trey (Lindsay) Perez of New Home and Andrea (Brandi) Egert-Perez of Lubbock; seven grandkids; sisters, Pam and Yolanda; brother, Jesse; and many brothers and sisters-in-law who she considered family.
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Jeremy Mark Webb, age 41 of Lubbock (formerly Brownfield, Texas), passed away peacefully on Wednesday, February 16, 2022 at UMC Hospital in Lubbock, Texas. He was born December 5, 1980 to John and Beverly (DePoyster) Webb. To be in this world but not of it truly described Jeremy. He suffered along with every hurting soul he met and strived to make their lives better, if only for a day. Jeremy was a son, brother and uncle to us but to others a listening ear, a tutor, a friend or a defender. Jeremy always wanted each person to be treated with dignity regardless of the circumstance. Jeremy is remembered at Wellman Union High School, class of 1999, for his amazing football and track accomplishments but his interests were unlimited. He always found excitement in knowledge. He was always thinking or dreaming of ways to make the world a better place to live. As a young boy Jeremy ran everywhere, almost never walking. We envision Jeremy sprinting to the pearly gates of Heaven to embrace our Heavenly Father. Jeremy faced many hurdles during his time on Earth. Our family finds peace knowing his body and spirit are renewed. Jeremy is survived by his parents, two sisters, Misty Ruhland of Lampasas and Marcie Van Osdale (Steve Van Osdale) of Lubbock and many nieces, nephews and cousins. Our lives are forever changed by Jeremy’s love and affection. We are grateful for the time we were granted. Memorial service for friends and family members is pending. Condolences may be sent to the family at 6956 22nd Place, Lubbock, TX 79407
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Funeral service for Celso Navarro Duran, Sr., 87, of Brownfield was held at 10 am Wednesday, February 16, 2022, at Calvary Baptist Church with Rev. Steve Carter officiating. Visitation were held from 10 am to 8 p.m. Tuesday, February 15, 2022, at Brownfield Funeral Home. Celso was born on July 18, 1934, in San Pedro, Coahuila, Mexico to Jose Ines Duran and Victoria Duran. He married Maria De La Luz Vasquez on June 14, 1958. He was a member of Calvary Baptist Church. Celso loved playing and spending time with his grandchildren. He played baseball and also enjoyed watching baseball and basketball. He loved planning and taking his family on vacations. Celso was preceded in death by his wife, Maria De La Luz Duran; daughter, Sally Rodriguez; son, Mario Duran; parents, Jose Ines and Victoria Duran; and brothers, Martin Duran, Manuel Duran, and Felipe Duran. Celso is survived by his son-in-law, Eddie Rodriguez; son, Celso Duran, Jr. and wife Sylvia of Brownfield; daughters, Patricia Perez and husband Noe of Lubbock, Sylvia Casanova and husband Fernando of Brownfield and Mary Lou Duran of Lubbock; 19 grandchildren, 29 great-grandchildren; and sister, Ofelia Duran Navarro of Coacalco, Mexico.
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