GARY DANE CLARE

Funeral Service for Gary Dane Clare were held at 2:30 pm on Tuesday, April 29, 2025, at First Christian Church in Brownfield. Visitation was held prior to the service from 10:00 am to 12:00 pm at Brownfield Funeral Home. Dane was born on June 30, 1948, to John Clare Sr. and Nina Wells Clare in Brownfield. He passed away on April 25, 2025, at the age of 76. Dane was united in marriage to his beloved wife, Reta, on January 2, 1988, in a heartfelt ceremony held in their living room. Their bond was a testament to enduring love and companionship. Together, they created a warm and welcoming home that became a sanctuary for family gatherings, AUSTIN – The Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) has added Rodolfo Martinez Jr. to the Texas 10 Most Wanted Sex Offenders List. Texas Crime Stoppers is now offering a cash reward of up to $3,000 for information leading to his arrest. All tips are guaranteed to be anonymous.

Rodolfo Martinez Jr., 42, of Lorenzo (Crosby Co.), has been wanted out of Harris Co. since November 2024 for indecency a place where laughter and joy flourished, and memories were lovingly crafted. As a devoted family man, Dane took immense pride in his children and grandchildren, pouring his heart into each relationship. He was known for his infectious laughter and for bringing people together, particularly over a cup of coffee while engaging in spirited games of dominoes with his buddies. His love for singing and dancing brought a smile to his face and was a big part of his life. Dane always had candy in his pocket for everyone he came across. Dane had a deep appreciation for nature, often found enjoying the company of cows, indulging his passion for welding, and experiencing the thrill

with a child by sexual contact. Additionally, in March 2025, a warrant was issued out of Crosby Co. for his arrest for failure to comply with sex offender registration requirements.

In 2008, Martinez Jr. was convicted of burglary of a habitation with the intent to violate/abuse the victim sexually following an incident with a 15-yearold girl. He was sentenced to 15 years of confinement in a Texas Department of

of hunting. These pastimes reflected not only his character but also his deep connection to the land and the community he cherished. Dane was preceded in death by his parents, John and Nina Clare; siblings, John Brit Clare, Emily Darlene Charters, Nita Faye Martin, and Wanda Lee Clare; nephews, Brit Todd Clare and John Lee Clare, and nieces, Kimberly Marie Clare and Cynthia Leann Day. He is survived by his wife, Reta Clare; children, Gary Shane Clare, Patty Dawn Clare, Marty Lance Clare, Nickie Jo Clare, Dedra Skipworth, Roger Wheeler, and honorary son, David Wassom; sister, Jerry Dean Day; 12 grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren; numerous nephews; and many great-nieces and great-nephews.