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Donnie Ray Wade, 80, of Brownfield went to be with the Lord August 11, 2021 in Lubbock. He was born on March 9, 1941 in Spur to Lee and Jessie Rutledge Wade. Donnie graduated from Levelland High School and then went on to get his bachelor’s from Texas Tech in accounting. He worked as a comptroller for Goodpasture’s for most of his working career. He married Nancy Ross on August 29, 1992 in Brownfield. He was a member of the Brownfield First Baptist Church, served on the board for Brownfield Regional Medical Center, volunteered for Meals on Wheels and Hospice of Lubbock and was a Big Brother. Donnie was a big supporter of Texas Tech, the American Heart Association, and the Susan G. Komen foundation. He is preceded in death by his parents, and four siblings. Donnie was a loving husband, father, grandfather, and great grandfather. His grandchildren and great grandchildren were the joy of his life. He is survived by his wife, Nancy Wade; seven children, Scott Wade and wife, Kami, of Levelland, Jana Royal and husband, Barry, of Levelland, Michael Ross and wife, Sheralyn, of Nogal, NM, Jana Daniel and husband, Loy, of Brownfield, Jeff Ross and wife, Carol, of Lubbock, Mark Ross and partner, Liz Elmquist, of Austin, Joel Ross and wife, Shirlene, of New Braunfels; 17 grandchildren; 12 great grandchildren; and a sister, Opal Tugwell and husband, Don, of Levelland. In lieu of flowers please send donations to the First Baptist Church Brownfield and Kendrick Memorial Library. A private Celebration of Life was held by the family.
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Charles “G Dad” Edward Oswalt, 65 of Ropesville was born September 5, 1955 in Lubbock to Clarence Eugene Oswalt and Betty Florence Conway-Oswalt. He went to Texas Tech. He married Paula Fleming March 18,1981 in Loop, TX. He was a member of Wolfforth Church of Christ. He worked in pest control for 27 years including pest control at TDCJ prison. He also took care of the livestock at Girls Town, USA. He also was a farmer, working along side his son Clayton. Charles enjoyed spending time with his kids and grandkids. Charles went to be with the Lord Saturday, August 7, 2021.His father preceded him in death. Those left to cherish his memories are his mother: Betty Oswalt, his wife of 40 years: Paula Oswalt, his son: Clayton Oswalt and wife Stephanie, his daughter Katie Guzman and husband Jordan, fourgrandchildren: Clyde, Charlie, Evanie, and Emma, a sister: Barbara Teel and husband Robert, two nieces: Jennifer and Stephanie, four great-nieces and nephews: Marlowe, Todd, Georgia, and Brynn, and his dog, Jake. Graveside services will be at 10:00 a.m. Wednesday, August 11, 2021 at the Ropesville Cemetery with Ed Jones officiating. Services are under the care of Wilsons’ Funeral Directors of Wolfforth. The family suggest in lieu of flowers, memorials be made to Cal Farley’s Boy’s Ranch or to a favorite charity.
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Reyes Lovington Jr. beloved son,sole mate and brother went to his heavenly home on August 3,2021. He was born to Reyes Sr.and Mary Lovington on April 10,1959 in Brownfield Tx. He attended Brownfield schools. Reyes met the love of his life Wendy Michelle Ammons and they were together for 30 years. Reyes is survived by his love Wendy Michelle Ammons of Chico Tx. His father Reyes Sr. and stepmother Mini of Lamesa Tx. His brothers and sisters Norma Valenzuela, Eloisa Lovington and Roghelio Lovington all of Brownfield Tx. Raymond and Ruben Lovington of George West,Tx. Melissa Lovington of Plains,Tx. Maria Garza and David Garza of Dilly,Tx. Abel Nunez and Dehalie Nunez of Lubbock Tx, father-in-law Leon Ammons of Ruidoso Downs, New Mexico,brother-in-law Jeff Ammons and spouse Annette of Ruidoso Downs, New Mexico and several nieces and nephews. Reyes was preceded in death by his mother Mary Nunez,his mother-in-law Nacha Ammons his grandparents Juanita and Pedro Pina,Theressa and Ralph Lovington Sr.,sister Rosalita Castaneda and nephew Juan Sonny Lazo. A memorial will be announced at a later date.
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Howard Dean Moorhead, 76, from Wellman passed away from this life on Tuesday, August 3, 2021. Graveside services were held at the Terry County Cemetery Saturday, August 7, 2021 at 2 p.m. Howard was born in Brownfield, Texas on November 1, 1944 to Liston “Lick” Otis and Ruby Lee Moorhead. He attended school in Wellman and was a 1963 graduate of Wellman High School. He was a member of the Wellman First Baptist Church. He served for several years on the Wellman ISD school board. He was a farmer in Terry, Yoakum and Gaines counties. He served on the Wellman Co-op Gin Board. Howard is preceded in death by his parents, Liston “Lick” Otis and Ruby Lee Moorhead, his brother Johnny Ray Moorhead, and a daughter Bridget Ann Moorhead. Howard is survived by his children; Michael and his wife Susanne Moorhead of Splendora, Leslie and his wife Tammie Moorhead of Wellman, Samantha Moorhead of Abilene, Tabatha Hodges of Willow Park, Tiffany Clark and husband Tim of Weatherford, and Russell Moorhead of Cedar Park. He is also survived by his grandchildren; Brandy Mace, Kyle Moorhead, Jessica Shouse, Stetson Hodges, Taylor Hodges, Preston Clark and Parker Clark. He is survived by a great-grandson, Lane Hodges. He is also survived by an aunt and a niece, two nephews, and numerous cousins.
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Services for Helen Lucille Clanahan, 74, of Granbury, will be held at 2 pm Wednesday, August 11, 2021. at Plains Cemetery with Rev. Patrick Hamilton officiating. Viewing were held on Tuesday, August 10, 2021, at Brownfield Funeral Home. Helen was born on April 28, 1947, to Leon and Nadine Clanahan in Brownfield. She graduated from Plains High School and attended Hardin-Simmons University. She worked for the City of Abilene in Planning and Zoning. Helen enjoyed walking her dog, tending to her flower garden, and was an enthusiastic Dallas Cowboy’s fan. Helen is preceded in death by her parents, Leon and Nadine Clanahan and a sister, Nancy Clanahan Thorton. Helen is survived by her two sisters, Mary Clanahan of Grandbury, and Bonnie Earnest and husband Eddie of Lubbock; two nephews, Michael Earnest and wife Kellie, and Keith Earnest and wife Stacie; niece, Jennifer Crews and husband David; seven great nieces and nephews and a great-great niece.
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Services for Challis L’Nae Peacock, 24, of Brownfield will be held at 3 p.m., on Friday, August 13, 2021, at Abundant Harvest Community Church with Rev. Chris Seaton officiating. Visitation will be held from 6-8 p.m. on Thursday, August 12, 2021, at Brownfield Funeral Home. Challis was born on April 1, 1997, in Lubbock to Billy and Anita Peacock. She graduated from Wellman-Union High school and attended college at Texas Tech. She was a member at Cowboy Church and Abundant Harvest. Challis is preceded in death by her mother, Anita Peacock; grandpa, S.M. Dill; two grandmas, Bertie Dill and Kathryn Graves. Challis is survived by her father, Billy Peacock; two sisters, Ivory Peacock and Abra Ruiz and Abra’s husband David; First aunt, Beverly Callaway and cousin, Kaitlyn Callaway.
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Bessie Nelson, 92, beloved mother and grandmother was called to her heavenly home on Sunday, August 1, 2021. She entered into this world on December 8, 1928 in Brownfield, TX to Ernest and Helen Newsom Burnett. She wed Raymond Ladell Nelson (Fuzzie) after he returned from WW II. They had two sons, Jimmy Ladell Nelson of Brownfield and Terry Lee Nelson of Fort Worth, TX . She leaves behind three grandchildren. Tyler Nelson of Fort Worth, TX, Haelee Nelson of San Antonio, TX, and Garett Nelson of Fort Worth, and family friend Brittany Shrimpton and family, of Brownfield, TX, and Garett Nelson of Fort Worth, TX and Terry and his wife Michele Nelson of Fort Worth, TX. Bess attended Brownfield High School and then attended Draughan’s Business school in Lubbock, TX. After graduation, Bess went to work as a telephone operator for GTE until becoming a stay at home mom with her small children. Bess began to work again in the 70’s as her children grew older and started to work as bank teller and bookkeeper at the Brownfield State Bank for a span of over 30 years. Bess had a passion for God and at the age 13 decided she would walk to the Methodist church close to her home and begin her long relationship with the Lord. Bess was actively involved with taking care of young children in the nursery. She also loved to watch all animals and was particular fond of birds, dogs and cats. Bess was a devout Dallas Cowboy fan thru good times and bad. Funeral services will be held at 1 pm Thursday, August 12, 2021, at the Brownfield First United Methodist Church. Burial will follow in the Terry County Cemetery under the direction of Brownfield Funeral Home.
Read moreServices for Rosetta Odessa Durham Henderson, 97, will be held at 10 a.m. Monday, August 9, 2021 at Brownfield Funeral Home Chapel with Lawayne Henderson officiating. Visitation will be held from 6-8 p.m. on Sunday, August 8, 2021 at Brownfield Funeral Home. Rosetta was born on June 24, 1924 in Poolville Texas. She attended Harmony School and Brownfield. She was a member of the Church of the Living God. Rosetta married the love of her life Judson Henderson on December 21, 1946. She is preceded in death by, her husband Judson; a great- great grandchild, Maddox Romero and 12 brothers and sisters. Rosetta is survived by her son, Lawayne Henderson and his wife Sandra; a daughter, Sharon Murphy and her husband Scott, who was Rosetta’s favorite son-in-law, 6 grandchildren; 13 great grandchildren; 4 great-great grandchildren and one on the way.
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