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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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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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LITTLEFIELD – The Brownfield Lady Cubs softball team scored seven runs in two innings to defeat Littlefield 7-5 on Saturday, March 26th to remain undefeated in District 3-3A. The Lady Cubs looked like a different team from the 10-0 district home opener win on Thursday, and even trailed for the first time in district play. After struggling at the plate for most of the game, the Lady Cubs made the necessary adjustments and began to not only hit the Lady ‘Cats pitcher but find the gap in the outfield. Lady Cubs head coach Loren Phelps spoke on her team’s performance.
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The Brownfield Cubs tennis team had a great first day while hosting the District Tennis tournament. Thomas Brisendine and Lavantae Rishardson won the 3-A District Boys Doubles. Jack Garcia and Kamryn Martinez won District 3-A Mixed Doubles. Rylee Richoleson and Dominique Ussery won District 3-A Mixed Doubles Runner-Up. For a couple of these student athletes this will be their last time to win district as 3 out of the 6 kids are seniors.
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