Guajardo Funeral Home

Donald Eugene Parks, Sr. passed from this life on March 19, 2024 at the age of 76. He married Bobbie Patterson in Hempstead, Texas on April 14, 1985, and they shared 38 years together. He proudly served his country in the United States Marine Corps where he valiantly earned the National Defense Service Medal, the Vietnam Service Medal, and the Vietnam Campaign Medal. Donald was a truck driver and any time he could be at the lake he was there boating and fishing. He enjoyed tinkering in the garage and playing a game of dominos. He will be remembered as the life of the party because he was never without a joke and always made people laugh. Donald is survived by his beloved wife Bobbie Parks,...

Alvin Matak, 95 of Levelland, Texas, passed away on March 2nd, 2023, at his home. He was born on March 29th, 1927, to Czech parents: Pete Martin Sr. and Annie Christine (Gajdosik) Matak, in Needville, Texas. As an infant, Alvin moved with his family to Bennview (Now La Salle), Texas where he grew up and worked on the family farm and helped his dad with the water well drilling business. Alvin attended school in La Salle until the 9th grade. When he was 17 years old, to avoid being drafted during WWII, he enlisted in the Merchant Marines, where he completed culinary school and was a cook on the ships. He was then drafted into the army during the Korean war where he continued serving as a cook...

Timoteo Lara, 86, of Lubbock, Texas passed away on August 24th after a courageous battle with cancer. The family would like to thank Hospice of Lubbock for their care for and compassion towards Timoteo and his entire family during his last days. Timoteo was born on April 12, 1936 in Falfurrias, Texas. He was the son of Guadalupe and Margarita Lara. He was the husband of Paula Arocha Lara. They were married on April 25, 1955 in Wharton, Texas and shared 67 years together. Timoteo enjoyed the company of friends and family and his outgoing personality allowed many to share in his laughter and community. He loved watching western movies and was known to binge watch John Wayne movies...

Ernestina Carrera Armenta 87, passed peacefully surrounded by family to be with our Lord on August 5, 2022. She was born on October 9, 1934 to Herculano Carrera and Josefa Melendez. She married Ignacio Armenta Sr. on January 28, 1954. Ernestina was the heart and soul of not only her family but the Guadalupe "El Barrio" neighborhood. She was an active parishioner of St. Joseph's Catholic Church where she served as a Guadalupana for over 60 years. She spent countless hours cooking meals after masses and for weddings and funerals. She ran the kitchen and fajita booth for Jamaicas and was involved with helping the Guadalupe Neighborhood Association. She will be missed by all who were given her...

Delinda Hardaway passed from this life on May 17, 2022 at the age of 59. She was born August 22, 1963 in Lubbock, TX to Janie and Alejandro Campos. Delinda shared 20 years with her wife Sylvia Hurtado. She was a graduate of Estacado High School and a member of Bethel AME Church. Delinda enjoyed barbecuing, bubble shooting, and spending time playing with her grandchildren, nieces and nephews. She will be remembered for her feisty spirit, big heart, her love for her family and giving her brother Raymond a hard time. Delinda is survived by her spouse Sylvia, her children Adrian and Alan aka AJ, her stepchildren Junior, Brenda, Jaime, and Gary, her nieces Angel, Rosemarie, Jennifer, Savannah,...

Marina Ortiz Gomez, 84, a proud and loving mother, sister, aunt, grandmother and great grandmother passed peacefully on February 04, 2022. The viewing will be held on Friday, February 18 from 3pm-7pm following a Rosary at 7pm at Guajardo Funeral Chapels. Mass will be held on Saturday, February 19 at 1pm at Our Lady Grace Catholic Church following a burial at Wolfforth Cemetery, Wolfforth, Texas. Pallbearers: Manuel Gomez III, Andrew Gomez, Sergio Torres, Armando Torres, Eric Olivarez, and Chris Ortiz. Marina Ortiz Gomez was born in Knippa, Texas, on April 16, 1937. She was a homemaker most of her life, worked at IBM on the assembly line for 3 years. She enjoyed helping Our Lady of Grace...

Geronimo" Jerry" Ramos of Lubbock, Texas went to meet his Lord and Savior on January 26, 2022, at the age of 87. He was born January 10, 1935, in Melvin, Texas to Enrique Ramos and Angela M. Ramos. He married Raymunda V. Ramos on May 19,1957, at St. Ann's Catholic Church in Stamford Texas. He was a longtime member of Our Lady of Grace Catholic Church serving in numerous ministries: the parish Council, member of the Guadalupano Men's Group, Catequesis Familiar Mediation Group. He graduated from Abernathy High School where he was an All-State Quarterback in football and All State Guard in basketball. He served in the Army from 1957-1959; where he became a military Policeman. He started his...

Delfino Cruz, Jr. passed from this life on December 22, 2021, at the age of 63. He was born November 3, 1958, in Lockhart to Delfino and Carmen Cruz. On July 22, 1977, he married Christina, and they shared 44 years together. He was a graduate of Lubbock High School and worked for 21 years at Sodexo in maintenance at Coronado High School. He attended Our Lady of Grace Catholic Church. Delfino enjoyed spending time with his family, attending all his children's and grandchildren's extracurricular activities. He is survived by his wife Christina Cruz, 3 daughters Carmen Cruz, Carolina Jaramillo, Crystal Cruz, 9 grandchildren, and 1 great-grandchild. Visitation will be held Thursday,...

Our beloved Lucia Rios Torres, 96, returned to her heavenly home, peacefully, on December 19, 2021. Her devotion to her family and her firm belief in God could be seen in everything that she did. She was born on July 5, 1925, in Poth, Texas to the late Rafael and Felicita Salazar Rios. During a brief period of time of her life in Colorado, she met the love of her life, the late Juventino "John" Torres. On August 26, 1944, they married and lived a wonderful life together of 65 years up until his death. Lucia was a faithful servant of God, all the years of her life. She and her husband, Juventino, served faithfully as members of Templo Emmanuel Church for several years. Through their strong...

Our beloved, Jose O. Rodriguez went to be with the Lord on December 3rd, 2021, at University Medical Center in Lubbock TX. "Joe" was born on July 5th, 1951 in Edinburg TX to Jose and Elida Rodriguez. "Joe the Jewel" graduated from Edinburg High School in 1969. After graduating he went on to enlist in the United States Air Force where he served in the Vietnam War. He was extremely proud of being a Veteran. He was the husband of Beatrice C. Rodriguez. They married November 17th 1973 in Lubbock TX and shared 48 wonderful years together. When many think of Joe they think about garage doors - he was employed at Overhead Door Company for 47 years. He was a member of The Knights of Columbus...

John M. Perez passed from this life on November 13, 2021, at the age of 50. He was born July 24, 1971, in Hobbs, NM to Felix and Irene Perez. On August 14, 1987, he married Angelica (Angie) Perez and they shared 34 years together. He graduated from Abernathy High School and was employed as a diesel technician at United Rentals. He was a member of the North Side Baptist Church in Abernathy, TX. He enjoyed Jesus, his family, hunting, fishing, and cars. He will be remembered for his strong love, peaceful wisdom, big heart, and his love for Jesus. Those left to cherish his memory are his two brothers Mark and Bird, his two sisters Elizabeth (Lisa) and Rachel, his "Lady" Angelica (Angie) Perez,...

Juan Ortiz, 85, a proud and loving brother and uncle passed peacefully on Sunday, Oct 17, 2021. The viewing will be held on Sunday October 24, from 3pm-6pm with a Rosary following at 6pm at Guajardo Funeral Chapels. Mass will be held on Monday at 1pm at Our Lady Grace Catholic Church with burial following at Peaceful Gardens Memorial Park, Lubbock, Texas. Pallbearers: Chris Ortiz, Joey Ortiz, Sergio Torres, Armando Torres, Eric Olivarez, Manuel Gomez lll and honorary pallbearer Mark Hinojosa. Juan Ortiz was born in Knippa, Texas, on March 30, 1936. He was a Veteran who served the Army and fought in the Korean War. He worked for the US Postal Office for 30 years, as a mail carrier. Juan is...

Michelle G. Vela went to her eternal home October 9, 2021, at the age of 50. She was born August 22, 1971, to Daniel and Eva Garcia. She married Johnny Vela on August 12, 1989, and they shared 32 years together. Michelle was a member of Fresca Uncion Church of Floydada and a compassionate caregiver at Caprock Home Health. She enjoyed cooking, sewing, and volunteer service. She will be remembered for her generosity and her great love for her family. Michelle loved deeply and shared laughter everywhere she went. She will be greatly missed and forever loved. Those left to cherish her memory are her husband Johnny Vela; her children Jasmine, Johnny Daniel and Joshua; her brother Alfred Garcia of...

Oscar Silvas of Petersburg went to be with the Lord on Wednesday, October 6, 2021, at the age of 51. He was born on May 11, 1970, in Plainview, Texas. Mr. Silvas was preceded in death by his parents Jorge and Victoria Silvas, his wife Tina Jennings, and his sister Olga Champion. Mr. Silvas is survived by two daughters, Kimberly Silvas and Michael Alonzo of Lubbock and Victoria and Nicolas Gonzalez of Arlington, one son, Jorge and Veronica Silvas of Lubbock, and his stepdaughter Helen Jennings, five siblings three sisters and two brothers, and eleven grandchildren. Oscar was a loving husband, brother, father, grandfather, and friend. Pallbearers will be Isabello Rodriguez, Dario Moreno,...

Gustavo Limon, 70, of Lubbock passed away from this life on October 4, 2021. He was born March 31,1951, in Laredo, Texas to Antonio and Celia (Ramos) Limon. Gustavo served his country in the Marine Corps. He enjoyed traveling, riding his Harley Davidson and especially family gatherings. He will be remembered as being fun loving and always helping others. He loved his wife and family dearly. He loved taking pictures. Gustavo was preceded in death by his parents, Antonio and Celia Limon; wife Rose; and brothers, Antonio Limon, Hugo Limon, and Abel Limon. He is survived by his children: Christopher, Anthony, Brandy and Andres; his granddaughter Tammy Limon; his brothers, Gilbert Limon,...

Maria Arcadia (Calla) Montelongo Rosales passed peacefully in her home while surrounded by family on September 4, 2021, at the age of 87. She was born January 12, 1934, in San Luis Potosi, Mexico to Heliodoro and Petra Montelongo. She married Alfredo Rosales on December 26, 1957, and they shared 49 years together. She was co-founder of Montelongo's Mexican Restaurant. Maria was a member of Our Lady of Grace Catholic Church, a Guadalupana, and a Cursillista. She enjoyed gardening, cooking, and Bible studies. She will be remembered for her hugs and kisses. She never knew a stranger and had unconditional love for her family, work family, and friends. Those left to cherish her memory are her...

On Sunday, August 22, 2021, Jason Torrez passed away surrounded by family in Lubbock, Texas. Jason was born in Dallas, Texas on November 26, 1980, to parents Eddie and Miroslava (Kena) Torrez. He graduated from Lubbock High School in 1999, thereafter enlisting and serving in the United States Army. Jason enjoyed his career as a salesman where his charismatic personality led him to a career as a licensed insurance agent. Jason was a Catholic and member of Saint Theresa's Catholic Church. Jason was also jokingly known as a member of the "BAR" association because he loved having a good time with friends and family. He was known for his BBQ and smoking skills. Jason thrived in cooking amazing...

Elvis Nathan Sanchez passed away July 13, 2021, at the age of 29 in Lubbock, TX. He was born September 17, 1991, to Audra Ann Sanchez. He attended school at Petersburg, Texas and was employed at Sonic Drive-In as a cook. Elvis enjoyed cooking, watching movies, music, calling family, video chats and working out. He had many favorite foods and always cooked breakfast. He will be remembered for his big smile, caring, loving his family, always helping others and would give the last penny he had. Family was his number one priority. He enjoyed playing sports with his nieces and nephews Nana, Sere, Emma, Matthew, and Julio. Those left to cherish his memory are his mother Audra Ann Sanchez, his...