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During the Jan. 18 meeting of the Brownfield Regional Medical Center Board of Directors, CEO Jerry Jasper announced the BRMC has been selected as one of the rural hospitals designated as a hub for Pfizer distribution in the area.
Read moreIn the fall of 2019, the Terry County Youth Sports program stepped in to fill the void left in youth sports when the YMCA left. Board member Michael Tackitt spoke on how the program began and what they hope to accomplish.
Read moreThe 2021 General Election for Brownfield, Wellman, and Meadow will be held on May 1. The last day for residents to register to vote is April 1, and all three cities will have early voting locations. Early voting in Brownfield will be held at the Terry County Annex at 507-A W. Main; Meadow early voting will be held at the Meadow Community Center at 904 1st Street, and Wellman’s early voting is at Wellman Union CISD at 5th and Terry. Early voting will be done in two periods beginning Monday, April 19 through Friday, April 23 from 8 a.m. until 5 p.m. The second period will be from Monday, April 26 through Tuesday, April 27 from 7 a.m. until 7 p.m.
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Maria Elisa Martinez, 73, of Brownfield, Texas, passed away on January 12, 2021, surrounded by her children She was born to parents Isidro and Santos Jacquez, on September 18, 1947, in Brownfield, Texas. She married Jesus, the Love of Her Life, in 1969, who precedes her in death. Maria is survived by one son and four daughters. Jesus Jaime III and wife Eileen, Brenda Limon and husband Rudy, Kristy Morin, Vanessa Velasquez and husband Raul and Clarissa Huron and husband Manuel as well as 20 grandchildren and 17 great-grandchildren. Maria will be remembered as a big hearted, loving, affectionate, selfless woman who was loved by all who crossed paths with her. She lit up the room with her presence. Maria thought of everyone first before herself. She had a heart of gold and had a beautiful spirit and soul. She was a fighter and would do anything for her children and grandchildren. She was also a diehard Brownfield Cubs fan. Visitation was held on Thursday, January 14, 2021 from 10 a.m. – 8 p.m. with a Rosary at 6pm at Brownfield Funeral Home. Funeral Service were held on Friday, January 15, 2021 at 10 a.m. Maria will be laid to rest alongside her husband, Jesus. Their love for each other is a prime example of True and Everlasting Love.
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Marvin G. Dawson of Brownfield Texas, passed away January 15, 2021, at his home surrounded by his family. Services were held Tuesday, January 19, 2021, at First Baptist Church in Brownfield at 2:00 pm. Visitation was Monday, January 18, 2021, from 5 p.m. – 7 p.m. at the Brownfield Funeral Home. Please use a mask and observe social distancing. Marvin was born on October 13, 1951, to J.B. and Judy Dawson in Sweetwater, Texas. He served the City of Brownfield as a Volunteer Firefighter for 36 Years; Fire Chief for 27 Years; and City of Brownfield Fire Marshall. His certifications include Master Firefighter, Master Arson Investigator; Master Peace Officer. Marvin coordinated, and assisted in the construction and Fire Apparatus Prop Placement for the Amoco Fire Training Center in Brownfield, Texas. Marvin was also an Instructor for Texas A&M Fire School for 30 Years. He served the State of Texas for 12 years as a Commissioner on the Texas Commission on Fire Protection. He was appointed to the position by Governor George W. Bush and re-appointed by Governor Rick Perry. Marvin was owner and operator of Dawson’s Electric & Refrigeration for 31 years. He was an Electrician, Air Conditioning, and Heating Contractor. He served on the Terry County Sheriff’s Department as a Reserve Officer for many years. Marvin served in the US Army from 1971 and received an Honorable Discharge in 1977. He was an avid Fisherman at Lake Alan Henry and Lake Brownwood. He was a member of the Brownfield First Baptist Church where he served on the Building and Grounds Committee, Usher Committee, on the Committee on Committees. Marvin was a long-time member and served as Commander of the Brownfield American Legion Post 0269 for the last year. Marvin is preceded in death by his father and mother, Judy & J.B. Dawson, one brother David Dawson of Texarkana, one sister Connie Corby of Salina, Kansas, and his father-in-law Stanley Miller. Marvin is survived by his wife of 50 years Dian Dawson, one son Michael Dawson and wife Pebble, one grandson Mason Dawson, and one granddaughter Mallori Dawson of Lubbock, two brothers Gary Don Dawson wife JoAnna of Brownfield, Charles Dawson and wife Pam of Eula, Texas, and his mother-in-law Zelma Miller of Brownfield and numerous nieces, nephews and cousins. In lieu of flowers, please send memorials to the Brownfield First Baptist Church Building Fund.
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On January 18, 2021, The Adams family lost their hero, leader, and patriarch of their family, Mattison Lee Adams. Matt Adams was born on May 14, 1956 in Brownfield, Texas. Matt is survived by his wife, Monica and sons Tyler and Logan Adams, his daughter Tori Ericson and husband, Jarred Ericson, and grandchildren: Kennedi, Brock and Zack. He is also survived by his mother Marilyn Adams, his twin brother, Mark Adams (and wife Jennifer) and his sister Angela Adams (and husband Stan Wilson). Matt is preceded in death by his beloved son, Blake Adams and his father Tom Adams. Matt attended Brownfield High School and was named “Athlete of the Year” for being an outstanding football and basketball player. At his time at Texas Tech, he was a walk on for the Texas Tech football team. Matt would always tell his children how he was “the toughest one on the team.” He won the Lubbock Regional Golden Gloves Championship two consecutive years and was runner up for the State Golden Gloves title in 1978. He was the owner of two professional hockey teams: the Lubbock Cotton Kings and the Missouri Mavericks. He enjoyed watching Texas Tech sports, playing tennis and traveling with his family. After attending Texas Tech, Matt was needed back on the farm due to his father’s health. He worked tirelessly to build a business that would leave a legacy for his family. He grew the farming operations to include not just cotton but also peanuts, corn, wheat, and more. Later in 2014, Matt started Lahey Vineyards which is now the largest vineyard in Texas. Matt devoted his life to farming. Throughout his forty plus years he never shied away from a challenge. He was always willing to try something innovative regardless of the risk. He was progressive in every aspect of the word. The legacy he left will remain for generations to come. Matt was the founding member of the Fibertex Gin. He served for 25 years on the Board of Directors for the Fibertex/ Lonestar Ag gins. Matt also served 10 years on the Board of director for the Terry County Farm Bureau. Matt was instrumental in the formation of the Western Peanut Growers organization and was one of the founders of the Tejas Peanut Company. Matt was a long-standing member of the First Baptist Church of Brownfield and a member of the Trinity Church of Lubbock. He served on the school board for Brownfield I.S.D. He sponsored children and youth in boxing and assisted with youth programs. Matt was known for his lifelong generosity and work ethic. Matt was a devout Christian and led his family accordingly. Matt led his life with a faith-based purpose. He led by example by always turning to Jesus Christ through the ups and downs of life, as well as, instilling in his children to always put Christ first in any circumstance. His grandchildren will remember him as their “Pop Pop”, his children will remember him as their role model, and his wife as her best friend and soulmate. The way he passed away is just like he lived: he wrote his own rules, he fought authority, and he paved his own way. If you said he could not do it, he would make sure he could. The visitation will be held Thursday, January 21st from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. at the Brownfield Funeral Home. Due to concern for the well-being of family and friends during the pandemic, the family has decided to have a private burial. In lieu of flowers, suggested memorials can be made to the Terry County Livestock Association (designate Kolter’s Kids program). “You do not realize now what I am doing, but later you will understand.” – John 13:7.
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The Professional School of Psychology did an interesting study on the life of Abraham Lincoln. Due to documented reports of depression, they handed out an assignment to students that focused on the psychological study of his life. Each student prepared an essay describing the manner in which a contemporary psychologist might have treated Lincoln as a patient.
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