Memoriam/memorial Aurora Morales Ballejo, 66, of Lubbock passed away on Jan. 21, 2015. She was born on Jan. 28, 1948, in Corpus Christi, Texas, to her late parents, Atanacio and Gloria (Garces) Morales. Aurora enjoyed crafts and life's challenges. She worked and conquered any task. Aurora enjoyed working with MHMR. Mrs. Ballejo is survived by her children, Elvira T. Morales, Albert Ballejo, Jr., Christina Anne Ballejo (Marquis Lambert), Jessica Velasquez (Raymond Pierce), Robert Simon Ballejo (Joanna); 14 grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; and one brother, Atanacio Morales, Jr. She was preceded in death by a daughter, Esperanza Ballejo; and sisters, Maria Castillo and Adela Zarazua. Pedro M. Lucio, 70, of Lubbock passed away on Jan. 21, 2015. He was born on Nov. 25, 1944, in Morton to his late parents, Encarnacion and Maria (Martinez) Lucio. Pedro married Dolores Rodriguez on July 12, 1982, in Corpus Christi, Texas. He was a past member of Nifty Fifties and Caprock Classic Car Club. Pedro was also a member of the Hispanic Chamber of Commerce. He was a member of Faith to Faith Church. He loved restoring old cars. He was self-employed in the floor covering business for over 50 years. Mr. Lucio is survived by his wife, Dolores Lucio, of 32 years and the mother of his children, Maria Liras; sons, Pete Jr., Raul, Daniel, George, Michael Lucio and Mike Espinosa; daughters, Dina Flores, Michelle Cavazos, Angel Cerda and Rene Griego; 33 grandchildren; 42 great-grandchildren; three brothers; and six sisters. He was preceded in death by a brother; Juan Lucio. Pedro Pete Hernandez Garcia, 56, of Idalou passed away on Jan. 17, 2015. He was born on Oct. 26, 1958, in Lubbock to late Espiridion (Jan. 24, 2015) and the late Victoria Garcia (Nov. 23, 2014). Pete was a carpenter by trade. He loved to sing and play his guitar, and most of all spending time with his family. He was a catholic. He was preceded in death by a sister, Janie Melgoza(1996). Survivors include his two sons, Pete Jay Garcia, Jr., and Alex Garcia, both of Lubbock; his two daughters, Melody Gene Garcia and Tammy Lynn Garcia, both of Lubbock; six brothers, Danny Garcia, Gilbert Garcia, and Rudy Garcia, all of Lubbock, Albert Garcia, Steve Garcia and Ernie Garcia, all of Idalou; sisters, Nancy Flores and Yolanda Lozano, both of Lubbock, Olga Ybarra and Nina Lozano, both of Idalou; and 17 grandchildren. To everything there is a season, a time to every purpose under the sun… ECCL 3:18.
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A PRAYER FOR TODAY Father of Compassion and God of all grace, I thank you for teaching me to love through the example of Jesus. May my words and actions reflect his love toward your people today, tomorrow, and until you bring us all home to you. In the name of Christ, my Great Example, I pray. Amen. "A new command I give you: Love one another. As I have loved you , so you must love one another. By this all men will know that you are my disciples, if you love one another."—John 13:34-35
Jose G. Florez, 66, of Lubbock passed away on Jan. 21, 2015. He was born on Dec. 1, 1948, in Lamesa, Texas, to his late parents, Eliseo and Manuela Florez. He married Gable Wright on Dec. 23, 1981, in Lubbock, Texas. He was preceded in death by granddaughter, Faith Danielle de la Rosa; and siblings, Florinda, Israel, Pete, Albert and Gomesindo. Survivors include his wife of 33 years, Gable Florez; sons, Jose Angel Florez (Jessica), Christopher Florez, Gilbert Wright Florez (Elizabeth); daughters, Gabrielle Florez, Joann Florez; brothers, Erasmo, Ike and Daniel; sisters, Abelia, Gertrude and Elisea; nine grandchildren; and two greatgrandchildren. Arnold Nufo Aguirre, 70, of Slaton passed away on Jan. 12, 2015. Arnold moved with his family to Slaton in 1947 and attended Slaton Schools. Arnold married Oralia Hernandez on Dec. 23, 1964, in Slaton. Arnold was a welder and sheet metal worker. He was a member of Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church. Those who will cherish his memory include his wife, Oralia of the home; sons, Leonard (Alice) of San Antonio, Paul (Brenda), Albert (Lisa), Arnold Jr., all of Slaton; and daughter, Julie Aguirre of Slaton; brother, Dan (Esther) Aguirre; sisters, Amelia (Jesse) Ordaz, Cruz (Celestino) Rodriguez, Virginia (Raymond) Almanza, all of Slaton, and Eloisa (Richard) Robles of Coleman; along with 15 grandchildren; and seven great-grandchildren. Guadalupe L. Ramos, 89, of Lubbock, Texas, passed away on Jan. 15, 2015. He was born on Dec. 12, 1925, in Sylvester, Texas. Guadalupe was a retired truck driver of many years. Guadalupe was preceded in death by his loving wife of 50 plus years, Luisa. He leaves to cherish his memories: Guadalupe Ramos, Jr. (Olga); Gilbert Ramos (Terry); Jessie Ramos (Adela); Anselmo Ramos (Angie); Rojelio Ramos (Hope) Doylene Rodriguez (Raul), and a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Maria Christina Reina passed away on Jan. 1, 2015. Maria Christina was born on Jan. 5, 1953, to Santana and Jacinta Flores Torrez in Lubbock, Texas. On April 23, 1988, Maria married the love of her life, Santos Reina in Lubbock, Texas. Survivors include her husband, Santos Reina; her children, Josie Torrez, Yvonne Nicole Ham and husband, Charles, and Robert Jeremiah Sanchez; grandchildren; siblings, Cecilio Flores and wife, Adella, Fermin Torrez and wife, Tonia, Irene T. Esparaza and husband, Gilbert, and Sylvia T. Juarez. She was preceded in death by her parents; and brother, Gilbert Torrez.
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Leonides Nena Ortiz Martinez, of Lubbock passed away on Jan. 14, 2015. She was born in Del Rio, Texas, to Clemente and Petra Ortiz. Our mother was blessed with a very happy life. Her parents blessed her with wonderful brothers and a sister. She loved her grandkids with all of her heart. Her friends were very special to her and she loved them tremendously. She had some wonderful experiences with her friends and familia. Her favorite pastimes were getting together with her friends and family, playing the guitar, singing, and traveling with her friends. Leonides is survived by her children, Ricky (Elizabeth) Martinez, Beckie M. Garcia, Leonard Martinez, Jr., Terry Martinez, Mario Ortiz (Dora); three grandchildren, Ricky Martinez, Jr., Aaron M. Garcia, and Andrea Martinez; and five greatgrandchildren, Isreana, Ethan, Alyssa, Avery and Lucas. She was preceded in death by her parents, Clemente and Petra Ortiz; and siblings, Macario Ortiz, Raul Ortiz, Reynaldo Ortiz, Rogelio Ortiz, Enrique Ortiz, Manuel Ortiz, Miguel Ortiz and Carolina Ortiz. Delicia Cayla Mendez, passed away on Jan. 5, 2015. Delicia's life will seem too short by many, but those who were touched by her understood that the quality of life exceeds the quantity of time in which one lives. She attended Talkington School with her sister, Mariah. With Delicia's passing we remind others that her life is one to be celebrated. She will forever remain in our hearts. Delicia is survived by her loving father, Jonah Mendez; stepfather, Zollie White; mother, Kristy Negrete; brothers, Jeremiah and Josiah; sister, Mariah Mendez; grandparents, Pete and Yolanda Negrete, Ruben and Juanita Mendez; greatgrandmother, Natividad Esqueda; and numerous aunts, uncles and cousins. She is preceded in death by her great-grandfather, Pete Esqueda. Robert Robertino Sosa Jr., 44, of Lubbock passed away on Jan. 7, 2015. He was born on Oct. 14, 1970, in Lubbock to Roberto S Sosa and Eulalia V Sosa (Lala). Robert married Christina Carrizales on Sept. 24, 2008, in Lubbock. Robertino, as he was affectionately known, was a Catholic Boy Scout Master and a CCD Teacher Asst. at Our Lady of Grace. Robert received Best Coach Award in 2013. He was a community volunteer leader at Experience Life. Robertino was owner of Sosa Premier Tile Company. He was the Duke of the De Colores at Christian Renewal Center in 1976 representing Our Lady of GraceRobert is survived by the love of his life, Christina Sosa; his parents, Roberto Sosa Sr. and Eulalia V Sosa (Lala); daughters, Andrea Nicole Sosa of El Paso, Mykela Patrice Mendoza, Sara Alysia Mendoza, both of Lubbock; and a son, Jonathan Dillion Sosa of Aurora, Colorado. He also leaves behind his brother, Reuben Sosa (Tisha) and Randy Rene Sosa, both of Lubbock. He was preceded in death by his paternal and maternal grandparents.
Abel Rosales, 45, of Lubbock passed away on Jan. 6, 2015. He was born on Feb. 19, 1969, in Lubbock to his late father, Alfredo, and Maria Montelongo Rosales. He worked for Lummus Corp in parts and sales for over 11 years. Abel enjoyed softball and was an avid Cowboys fan; he also attempted to play golf. Abel is survived by his mother, Maria Rosales; his siblings,Yolanda Herrera of San Antonio, Delia Rosales and Rosemary Rosales, both of Lubbock, Joe, Ramon, Paul and Rudy Rosales, all of Lubbock; and numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his father, Alfredo Rosales (2007); his niece, Mireya Rosales (2004); and his grandmother, Petra Montelongo (2000).
Frances N. Flores, 63, of Lubbock passed away on Jan. 8, 2015. She was born on July 25, 1951, in Lincoln, NE, to Juan and Aurelia (Garcia) Nunez. Frances married Margarito Flores on March 10, 1972, at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Lubbock. Frances is survived by her husband, Margarito Flores; son, Danny Flores and wife, Christina; grandson, Christian Jorge Flores; parents, Aurelia Rodriguez and stepfather, Thomas; brothers (pallbearers), Natividad Nunez, Juan M Nunez Jr., Chris Nunez, Gabriel Nunez, Thomas Rodriguez and Rene Rodriguez; and sisters, Sylvia Nunez, Teresa Martinez, Diana Rodriguez. She was preceded in death by her son, Jorge Luis Flores (1998); and her father, Juan M. Nunez.
Audelia G. De Leon, 78, of Slaton passed away on Jan. 24, 2015. Mrs. De Leon was born outside of Three Rivers, in Live Oak County, on Feb. 10, 1936. Audelia grew up in San Saba where she attended school. Audelia married Margarito Mike De Leon on Oct. 26, 1966, in Slaton. She was a member of Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church. Mike preceded her in death on July 25, 2013, along with her sister, Lucy and brother, Alfonzo Hernandez. Those who will cherish her memory include her three daughters, Margarita De Leon of Slaton, Dolores Flores of Lubbock, Plasida and husband, Jesus Vazquez of Houston; and her son, Emilio De Leon of Lubbock; a brother, Joe Hernandez; three sisters, Janie Olmos, Susie Ybarra, all of Lubbock, Mary Acevedo of West Virginia; along with nine grandchildren; and one great-grandchild.
Maria Concepcion Conchita Ramos, 72, of Lubbock passed away on Jan. 16, 2015. She was born on Nov. 18, 1942, in Victoria, Texas, to Caterino Hinojosa and Macaria Reyna. Conchita married Santiago Jimmy Ramos in Lubbock. He preceded her in death on March 26, 1985. Conchita was known for her infamous tamales. Mrs. Ramos is survived by her companion, Artemio Velasquez; five children, Arnesto (Eva) Ramos, Johnny Ramos, Jimmy Ramos (Norma), Frances (George) Orta, Nora Lindsey. She also leaves behind 20 grandchildren; and 27 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents; and her brothers and sisters.
Alex Flores, 48, of Lubbock passed away on Dec. 28, 2014. He was born on Aug. 21, 1966, in Lubbock, Texas,to Dorothy Flores. Mr. Flores married Lisa Flores on July 19, 2014, in Lubbock. He served in the US Navy for 2 years and was active reserves for 4 years. Alex was a loving husband and father. He was your all American die hard Cowboy fan. His amazing smile and outgoing personality will be missed by many. Alex made an impact in everyone's life that he came into contact with. He left a legacy that will never be forgotten. Those left to cherish his memory are his wife; Lisa Flores, his children by his first Marriage- Alex Flores Jr, Alexis Ann James, and Richard James; his stepchildren, Jasmine Sepeda, Tim Zuniga, and Dorian Rosas and grandchildren, Ada Elizabeth James and Zackary Zuniga He will be reunited in Heaven with his mother, Dorothy Flores; and a grandchild, Ian Alexander James.
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January 5, 1925 to Feb. 5, 2010 We your family miss you in the house where you used to be We wanted so much to keep you, but God willed it not to be Now you are in God's keeping. You suffer no more pain. So pray for us O dearest Father that He may bless our lonely home, where once you dwelt therein. And pray that God might give us strength, for no-one knows but only He that treasure we have lost. And dear God take care of him until we meet again. Love always, Your wife - Julia L. Martinez Your daughter and son- Julia and Arthur Your grandkids - Michelle & Ruben, and Jennifer & Q; and, Your great-grandchildren Ernie, Jaden, Esteban, and Matthew
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