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Jimmy Wesley Woodard was born on April 12, 1947, to Tommie and Julia Woodard of Wellman, Texas. Jimmy was raised on a farm a few miles west of Wellman where he had his own sow operation in between school and working on the farm. Jimmy was not only everyone’s friend and named “Mr. WHS”, he was active in FFA, football, basketball and track, and graduated from Wellman High School in 1965. However, his most important achievement while in high school was meeting his high school sweetheart, the love of his life and future wife of 1 week shy of 54 years, Judy Yowell from Brownfield.
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Graveside services for Robbin Raye Evans, 65, of Meadow, Texas will be at 10:00 a.m., MST, Saturday, April 9, 2022 in Tatum Cemetery, Tatum, New Mexico. Officiating will be Josh Crow and Rocky Nichols. Services are under the direction of Ratliff Funeral Home of Brownfield.
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Services for Joe Trevino Villarreal, Sr., 78, of Brownfield was held at 10 am on Friday, April 8, 2022, at Abundant Harvest Community Church with Pastor Rudy Alvarado officiating. Prayer service were held from 6:30- 8 pm on Thursday, April 7, 2022, at Brownfield Funeral Home Chapel. Joe was born on April 27, 1943, in Odem, Texas, to Jesus and Maria Villarreal. He was passionate about farming and tending to his horses.
Read moreGerald R. Butler (Reidge), 77, beloved Father, Grandfather, Great-grandfather, and Brother, was called to his eternal resting place on October 22, 2021.
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Felipe “Phillip” H. Sanchez, 59, of Brownfield was called home on March 22, 2022. Visitation were held 6-8 p.m. Wednesday March 30, 2022, in Brownfield at the Chapel of Grace Funeral Care Inc. A service celebrating his life will be held at 2 p.m. March 31, 2022, at the funeral home. He will be laid to rest in the Brownfield Cemetery. Felipe was born on December 15, 1962, in Hondo, Tx to Mauricio and Maria Sanchez. Felipe spent most of his early life as a Farmer and his final days at Brownfield COOP with whom he considered his extended family. Felipe was known for his big smiles, warm hugs, and kindness to everyone. He never met a stranger and will be greatly missed. He was a dedicated husband and father of three sons. Felipe enjoyed the simple things in life and was always willing to lend a helping hand. Felipe is survived by his wife; Rosa Molina, three sons; Samuel Valadez, Ruben Valadez (Christina) and Michael Valadez. nine grandchildren; Adrian, Michael, Natalie, Anastazia, Jasper, Aiden, Talan, Jalen, and Micah, brothers; Tommy Sanchez and niece Claira Sanchez, brother Joe Sanchez, sister Margarette Jackson, and family. Felipe is also survived by several cousins and friends. Felipe is preceded in death by his parents, Mauricio and Maria Sanchez, sister-in-law Dalia Sanchez, and nephew, Matthew Sanchez.
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Graveside services for Dianne Lavon Fitzgerald, 69, were held at 11 a.m. Tuesday, March 29, 2022, at Plains Cemetery with Ray Hill officiating, under the care of Brownfield Funeral Home. Dianne passed away Friday, March 25, 2022, in Lubbock. She was born on June 4, 1952 to Johnnie and Melba Fitzgerald. She grew up loving all things to do with the ranch life. Dianne attended school at Plains ISD where she was involved in many activities. She was a cheerleader and volleyball player earning All-State honors 4 years in high school. After graduating, Dianne attended South Plains College and then transferred to Texas Tech University where she played for the Lady Raider Team. After graduating from Tech, she took a coaching position at Midland. She had a career change a few years later and went to Barber school and eventually opened her own shop. Dianne loved cutting hair, but after several years she sold her shop and returned to teaching at Plainview where she was voted teacher of the week many times. Her favorite pals were her dogs Cisco and Cowgirl. She loved adventure and researching the Old West. She had a spirited humorous personality, and everyone loved being around her because she was entertaining and fun. She was preceded in death by her father, Johnnie L. Fitzgerald, her sister, Lynne Fitzgerald Winn, and her niece, Haley Helms. Dianne is survived by her mother, Melba Fitzgerald; sisters Gwen Helms and husband Clay, and Johna DeBusk and husband Tim; brother-in-law, Tony Winn; nieces and nephews, Ashlee Davis and husband, Micheal, Ladd Winn and wife, April, Shyloh Winfield and husband, Shane, Sunny Shipley and husband, Jordan, Hunter Helms and wife, Blaire, Dru Ammons and husband, Andrew, Dylan, Dray and Dantz DeBusk; and 14 great nieces and nephews. Memorial donations can be made to United Methodist Church of Plains and the Haley Helms Memorial Scholarship Fund at Rotan ISD.
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A funeral mass for Raymond Garcia Fonseca will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday, March 30, 2022, at St. Anthony Catholic Church with Father John Ohlig officiating. Burial will follow at Terry County Memorial Cemetery under the direction of Brownfield Funeral Home. There will be a rosary held at 6 p.m. Tuesday, March 29, 2022, at Brownfield Funeral Home. Raymond passed away on Wednesday, March 23, 2022, in Durango Colorado. He was born on September 18, 1952, in Rosebud, Texas to Daniel and Leocadia Fonseca. Raymond graduated from Brownfield High School. He married Ophelia Martinez on December 19th, 1969. Raymond worked 38 years in the oil and gas industry where he was known for his impeccable work ethic and mentorship. Raymond enjoyed golfing, camping, and hosting family dinners. He loved living and being in the San Juan Mountains of Colorado. He was a dedicated family man that enjoyed raising and taking care of his family. Raymond loved to listen and dance to tejano music. He was an avid Texas Tech and Dallas Cowboys fan. Raymond is preceded in death by his parents, daughter Rachel Fonseca, son Raul Fonseca and mother-in-law Maria Salas. Raymond is survived by his wife Ophelia Fonseca of Bayfield Colorado; daughter, Ramona Fonseca of Bayfield Colorado; six grandchildren, Allec Rodriguez, Ryan Nava, Rachel Nava, Geneva Fonseca, Maribel Espinoza, Raymond Fonseca; two great granddaughters, JoLee Beth Espinoza, Luca Jean Rodriguez; brother, Daniel Fonseca Jr; two sisters, Enidena Muniz and Anita Vasquez.
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Graveside services for Norma Dee Holcombe, 79, will be held at 2 pm Monday, March 28, 2022, at Brownfield Cemetery with Rev. Chris Seaton officiating. There will be a public viewing on Sunday, March 27, 2022, at Brownfield Funeral Home from 1 pm to 8 pm. Norma passed away on Tuesday, March 22, 2022, in Levelland. She was born on March 18, 1943, in Lone Oak to Roy and Willie Dean Edwards. She married Taylor Thomas Holcombe on September 23, 1960, in Terry County. Norma worked a majority of her life as a waitress. She was a good mom to her children as they grew up. Norma is preceded in death by her husband Taylor Thomas Holcombe, parents Roy and Will Edwards, two children, James Morris Holcombe, Tina Louise Holcombe, and three siblings, Richard Edwards, Martha Bevels, and Linda Edwards. Norma is survived by her son, Thomas Holcombe and wife, Sheryl, of Brownfield; two daughters, Tammy Holcombe of Brownfield, Tracy McCarty and husband, Phelps, of Littlefield; nine grandchildren; and 16 great-grandchildren.
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