Curator: Prof. Elena Rostova Date: 2/14/2026 Dept: Visual Arts & Sciences

LUBBOCK AJ OBITUARIES

The lubbock aj obituaries section is a dedicated space for remembering and honoring the lives of individuals who have passed away. It serves as a vital resource for the community, providing a platform to share memories, pay respects, and offer support during times of grief. This page is an essential part of the local newspaper, ensuring that the legacy of those who have left us is remembered and cherished.

The obituaries section often includes detailed information about the deceased, such as their name, age, and place of residence. It may also feature a brief biography, highlighting their achievements, passions, and the impact they had on others. Lubbock AJ takes pride in presenting these obituaries with care and respect, ensuring that each life is celebrated uniquely.

One of the key benefits of this section is the opportunity for the community to come together and support one another during difficult times. It provides a space for people to express their condolences, share memories, and offer comfort to the bereaved. The lubbock aj obituaries become a testament to the strength and resilience of the community, showing that even in loss, there is a sense of unity and compassion.

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Fig 1. Rolando Ponce Obituary - Lubbock Avalanche-Journal

An elderly man, dressed in a suit, sits in a wheelchair, surrounded by his family. The image conveys a sense of peace and acceptance, with a soft, warm light filling the room, and a gentle smile on the man's face.

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Fig 2. Steven Keith Vestal Obituary - Lubbock Avalanche-Journal

A close-up of a woman's hand holding a small, delicate handkerchief, with a tear rolling down her cheek. The handkerchief is a symbol of comfort and support, and the tear adds a layer of emotion and vulnerability.

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Fig 3. Roger Alan Key Obituary - Lubbock Avalanche-Journal

A group of friends, all wearing black, stand together, their arms around each other. The image conveys a sense of unity and strength, with a somber yet supportive atmosphere, and a single white rose in the foreground.

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Fig 4. Mackey K. Hancock Obituary - Lubbock Avalanche-Journal

A lone figure, dressed in black, stands in a cemetery at dusk. The image evokes a sense of loneliness and reflection, with the soft glow of the setting sun and the quiet, peaceful atmosphere of the gravesite.

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Fig 5. Ben Kuehler Obituary - Lubbock Avalanche-Journal

A black-and-white image of a couple, holding hands, walking towards a sunset. The image captures the beauty of love and the passing of time, with a sense of hope and melancholy.

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Fig 6. Bill Locke Obituary - Lubbock Avalanche-Journal

A close-up of a woman's hand, gently caressing a grave marker. The image conveys a sense of reverence and respect, with the soft, warm light and the gentle touch symbolizing the enduring love for a lost loved one.

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Fig 7. Shirley Jo Fleming Obituary - Lubbock Avalanche-Journal

A family photo album, open on a table, with a single, tear-stained photograph of a young man in military uniform. The image evokes a sense of pride and sacrifice, with the album pages filled with memories and the tear symbolizing grief.

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Fig 8. Douglas Boone Obituary - Lubbock Avalanche-Journal

A somber, black-and-white image of a lone tree in a cemetery, with a single bird perched on a branch. The image captures the passage of time and the resilience of nature, with a sense of solitude and reflection.

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Fig 9. Mary Sewell Obituary - Lubbock Avalanche-Journal

A group of friends, dressed in casual attire, sit around a campfire, sharing stories and laughter. The image conveys a sense of camaraderie and joy, with the warm glow of the fire and the friendly atmosphere.

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Fig 10. Adrienne Lehrmann Fouts Obituary - Lubbock Avalanche-Journal

A close-up of a man's hand, holding a small, delicate flower, with a tear rolling down his cheek. The flower is a symbol of love and remembrance, and the tear adds a layer of emotion and vulnerability.

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Fig 11. Wilma Frances Hurley Obituary - Lubbock Avalanche-Journal

A somber, black-and-white image of a couple, holding hands, walking through a snowy forest. The image captures the beauty of nature and the passing of time, with a sense of hope and melancholy.

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Fig 12. Jimmie Dunn Obituary - Lubbock Avalanche-Journal

A family gathering, with a large, ornate funeral program on the table. The program is a symbol of the life and legacy of the deceased, with detailed information and a somber, elegant design.

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Fig 13. Craig McDonald Obituary - Lubbock Avalanche-Journal

A close-up of a woman's hand, holding a small, delicate cross, with a tear rolling down her cheek. The cross is a symbol of faith and comfort, and the tear adds a layer of emotion and vulnerability.

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Fig 14. Richard Byron Craner Obituary - Lubbock Avalanche-Journal

A somber, black-and-white image of a lone figure, dressed in black, standing in front of a cemetery gate. The image conveys a sense of loneliness and reflection, with the quiet, peaceful atmosphere of the gravesite.

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Fig 15. Roy Pattillo Obituary - Lubbock Avalanche-Journal

A group of friends, all wearing black, stand together, their arms around each other, with a single white candle in the center. The image conveys a sense of unity and strength, with a somber yet supportive atmosphere.

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Fig 16. Randy Parsons Obituary - Lubbock Avalanche-Journal

A close-up of a man's hand, holding a small, delicate photograph, with a tear rolling down his cheek. The photograph is a symbol of cherished memories, and the tear adds a layer of emotion and vulnerability.

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Fig 17. Roy Wayne Smith Obituary - Lubbock Avalanche-Journal

A somber, black-and-white image of a couple, holding hands, walking towards a sunrise. The image captures the beauty of love and the promise of new beginnings, with a sense of hope and melancholy.

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Fig 18. Jimmy Don Bailey Obituary - Lubbock Avalanche-Journal

A family photo album, open on a table, with a single, tear-stained photograph of a child playing in a park. The image evokes a sense of nostalgia and love, with the album pages filled with memories and the tear symbolizing grief.

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Fig 19. Geryl Ann "Gerri" Craghead Obituary - Lubbock Avalanche-Journal

A lone figure, dressed in black, stands in a cemetery at dawn, with a single bird singing in the background. The image captures the passage of time and the resilience of nature, with a sense of solitude and reflection.

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Fig 20. Bobby W. Millner Obituary - Lubbock Avalanche-Journal

A group of friends, dressed in casual attire, sit around a picnic table, enjoying a meal and a bottle of wine. The image conveys a sense of camaraderie and joy, with the warm, friendly atmosphere and the shared meal.

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Fig 21. Robert Koeninger Obituary - Lubbock Avalanche-Journal

A close-up of a woman's hand, holding a small, delicate locket, with a tear rolling down her cheek. The locket is a symbol of love and remembrance, and the tear adds a layer of emotion and vulnerability.

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Fig 22. John Robert Smith Obituary - Lubbock Avalanche-Journal

A somber, black-and-white image of a couple, holding hands, walking through a city at night. The image captures the beauty of urban life and the passing of time, with a sense of hope and melancholy.

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Fig 23. Dale Read Obituary - Lubbock Avalanche-Journal

A family gathering, with a large, ornate funeral program on the table, and a single, tear-stained photograph of the deceased. The program is a symbol of the life and legacy of the deceased, with detailed information and a somber, elegant design.

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Fig 24. Jeffrey Ryan Holt Obituary - Lubbock Avalanche-Journal

A close-up of a man's hand, holding a small, delicate cross, with a tear rolling down his cheek, and a single, delicate flower in the background. The cross and flower are symbols of faith and love, and the tear adds a layer of emotion and vulnerability.

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Fig 25. Gloria Ashby Obituary - Lubbock Avalanche-Journal

A somber, black-and-white image of a lone figure, dressed in black, standing in front of a cemetery gate, with a single, delicate light shining through the trees. The image conveys a sense of loneliness and reflection, with the quiet, peaceful atmosphere of the gravesite.

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Fig 26. Johnny Wood Obituary - Lubbock Avalanche-Journal

A group of friends, all wearing black, stand together, their arms around each other, with a single white candle in the center, and a somber, supportive atmosphere.

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Fig 27. Carroll Gene Snodgrass Obituary - Lubbock Avalanche-Journal

A close-up of a woman's hand, holding a small, delicate photograph, with a tear rolling down her cheek, and a single, delicate flower in the background. The photograph and flower are symbols of cherished memories and love, and the tear adds a layer of emotion and vulnerability.

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