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Betty McCalib of Eunice, New Mexico formerly of Brownfield, Texas passed away August 4, 2020 with loved ones by her side as well as the ladies who had taken such excellent care of her the last few months of her life. She loved to visit with people and kept her memory until the very last week. In her 91 years she had a lot of stories to tell. Betty loved to play bingo and quarter machines and would go regularly to play until her body wouldn’t let her anymore. She married J.E. McCalib Jr. in March 1948 and spent 43 years together until his passing in June of 1991. Betty worked for the ASCS office for 12 years, and McCalib services for 25 years. Betty is survived by her daughter, Barbara Winters, sister Vera Betties both of Eunice, grandchildren Jackie Winters, Jerrie Rimer, Micky McCalib, Mitchell McCalib, Roy “Shorty” McCalib Jr. and Shanda Hathcock as well as numerous great-grandchildren, two great-great grandchildren and other extended family. She is preceded in death by her parents, three sisters, sons Howard and Roy McCalib and grandson Jessie Winters. A viewing will be held at Griffin Funeral Home on Monday, August 10, 2020 from 10am-1pm. Burial will take place at a later date in Brownfield, Texas.
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Dwane Eugene Ward, 60, of Brownfield passed away on Sunday, August 9, 2020. Dwane was born in Grapevine, TX to Alton and Lynette Ward on February 25, 1960. He attended Western Oklahoma State College in Altus, OK, then went onto Oklahoma State University Institute of Technology in Okmulgee, OK to earn his degree in Diesel Mechanics Technology/Technician. Dwane married Patty Mason on May 29, 1999. Together they raised three kids. Dwane enjoyed family togetherness, doing things with the grandchildren, taking care of stray pets and Daisy his miniature pony. He took great pride in his home and loved being outside. Dwane had a strong work ethic. He drilled wells for 20 years and was a mechanic. Dwane is preceded in death by his father Alton Ward and twin sisters, Susan and Shirley Ward. Dwane will be lovingly remembered by his wife, Patty Ward of Brownfield; his children, Amanda Soliz and husband Ben of Lubbock, Chad Hall of Phoenix, AZ, and Ashley Campbell of Lubbock; grandchildren, Brodey Yates, Kaden Campbell, Bronson Soliz, Mason Campbell, and Jaxen Hernandez; his mother, Lynette Ward; five siblings, James Ward and wife Barbara of Midland, Tommy Ward and wife Robie of Hollis, OK, Terry Ward and wife Donnita of Minnesota, and Amy Piercy and husband Tommy; and numerous nieces and nephews. Visitation will be Wednesday, August 12 from 5 to 7pm at Brownfield Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held at 2pm Thursday, August 13 at the First Baptist Church. Burial will follow at Terry County Memorial Cemetery.
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Services for Stanley Rimer, 87, of Lubbock will be held at 10am Thursday, August 6, 2020 at Terry County Memorial Cemetery with Jody O’Bryant officiating. Stanley was born on October 21, 1932 to Charles “Owen” and Mabel Rimer in Rush Springs, OK. He enjoyed family, fishing and woodworking. Stanley married Ardeth on January, 12, 1983 in Brownfield. In his early years he worked as an oilfield pumper and later he pursued a career in truck driving. Stanley is preceded in death by his parents, Charles “Owen” and Mabel Rimer; three brothers, Bobby Gene, Arnold and Harold Wayne; sister, Pat Propps and a son, Gayland Ingram. Stanley is survived by his wife, Ardeth Rimer; son, Keith Rimer and wife Gail; two daughters, Tammy Strunk and Karen Thompson and husband Jimmy; 9 grandchildren; 15 great grandchildren; two great-great grandchildren; two brothers, Raymond Dale Rimer and wife Pam, and Danny Marlin Rimer and wife Penny and numerous neices and nephews.
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Private family services will be held at a later time for Charlie Wesley Webb.Charlie passed away on Thursday, August 6, 2020 at the age of 76. Wesley was born on May 3, 1944 to Hazel Gertrude Webb and George Webb in Brownfield.He graduated from Brownfield High School and afterward he joined the United States Army and was stationed overseas in Germany from 1961 to 1964. When he came back, he settled down, and worked at Brownfield Power & Light for many years. He made many friends while working there and you could always find him sitting outside the plant chatting with someone. Wesley had a love for fishing. He visited the area lakes to catch the biggest fish you would have ever seen. He also had a joy for Bingo. He would get to the Bingo Hall hours early just to make sure nobody else got his parking place or sat at his table spot. He loved going to Montelongo’s Mexican Food Restaurant when he went to Lubbock to play Bingo. He had a passion for tinkering, whether it be with lawn mowers or cars. He would always fix anything himself. He loved to go to garage sales and steal great finds and he made sure to show you all his treasures. He is preceded in death by his mother, father, brother, and sister. He leaves behind his beloved dog, Booger; three nieces, Patty Downey, Tammy Ratliff, and Cindi Jones; a nephew, Michael Webb; as well as many great nieces, nephews, and cousins who all loved him very much.
Read moreBetty McCalib, of Eunice, formerly of Brownfield, Texas, passed away at her home on August 4, 2020. A viewing will be held at Griffin Funeral Home in Hobbs on Monday, August 10, 2020 from 10:00 am – 1:00 pm. A private burial will be held after the viewing. Online condolences may be made at www.griffinfuneralhomehobbs.com.
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Funeral services for Mateo Arrezola will be held at 10 am, Tuesday, August 4, 2020, at Brownfield Funeral Home with Rev. Santos Gamez officiating. Burial will follow in the Brownfield Cemetery under the direction of Brownfield Funeral Home. There will be a family visitation at Brownfield Funeral Home on Monday, August 3, 2020, from 6 pm to 8 pm. Mateo was born September 21, 1925, in Coy City to Guadalupe and Eduarda Merelez Arrezola. Mateo served in the United States Army from March 27, 1952, until he was honorably discharged on March 27, 1954. He served as a Corporal during the Korean War and played baseball while in the Army. He married the love of his life Ermelinda Nanez on April 21, 1954, in Karnes City. Mateo moved to Brownfield in 1956 and began his career in farm labor with Murphy May and they began a lifelong friendship. He worked throughout the years with Thurman Skains, E. H. Wood, and Dub Holemann through the mid 1990’s. Mateo retired in 2000 from Terry County and continued his retirement with his kids and grandchildren. Mateo loved his family with all of his might, he cherished all his children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. He was the sweetest man to everyone he encountered. He is preceded in death by his wife, Ermelinda Arrezola, two brothers, Luis and Charlie, and two sisters, Bernice and Felipa, and his parents. Mateo is survived by a son, Eddie Arrezola of Brownfield; 8 daughters, Jossie Harvill of Brownfield, Julia Arrezola of Brownfield, Nifa Campos of Midland; Janie Constancio of Brownfield, Norma Davila of Cedar Park, Amy Arrezola of Brownfield, Melissa Ochoa of Lubbock, Angela Arrezola of Hale Center; 13 grandchildren; 17 great-grandchildren; and his loving dog, Winnie.
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J.A. Chambliss passed away peacefully at his home in Brownfield on July 22, 2020 at the age of 93. Jay was a lifelong resident of Brownfield and served the community in many ways. He was preceded in death by his parents, Sam and Lucille Chambliss, and Joy, his wife of 65 years. He is survived by a son, Johnny and a daughter and son-in-law Rhonda and Bill Oates, all of Lubbock. Jay had 5 grandchildren and 6 great grandchildren. A service celebrating his life will be held August 1, 2020 at 2:00 p.m. at the First Christian Church of Brownfield.
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