Obituaries

Clifford Alcie Skiles Jr.

Feb 15, 2025

Dr. Clifford Alcie Skiles Jr., D.V.M., 80, of Dalhart, Texas, peacefully passed away February 16, 2025 surrounded by family.

Clifford was born May 31st, 1944 to Clifford and Lucille Skiles in Plano, Texas. After graduating Plano High School, he went on to Texas A&M University earning his Doctor of Veterinary Medicine. Upon graduation, he moved to Bakersfield, California where he worked...

Coach Tommy Sherrill

Feb 10, 2025

Coach Tommy Sherrill, 93 of Dalhart, went to sleep Sunday night and woke up in the Land of Glory on Monday, February 10, 2025. Coach's legacy will be celebrated at 1 o' clock in the afternoon on Friday, February 14, 2025 at Central Methodist Church with Rev. Ryan Strebeck leading the celebration. Burial will follow in Memorial Park Cemetery. Military...

Randall "Randy" Mathews

Feb 3, 2025

Randall "Randy" Mathews, a cherished figure in the lives of many, passed away on February 3, 2025, in Amarillo, Texas, at the age of 64. Born on March 12, 1960, in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, Randy lived a life marked by his dedication to both his profession and his family.

Randy graduated from Dumas High School in 1978 and furthered his education...

Ruben Chaparro

Jan 28, 2025

Rubén Chaparro, 47 años de Dalhart, falleció el martes 28 de enero de 2025. Su misa fúnebre será a las 10 de la mañana el sábado 1 de febrero de 2025 en la iglesia católica San Antonio de Padua con el Padre Antonio celebrando. Seguirá el entierro en el cementerio Memorial Park. El señor Chaparro permanecerá en velatorio desde las...

Jennifer Cox

Jan 23, 2025

Jennifer Michelle Cox, 32 of Dalhart, passed away on January 23, 2025. A Private Celebration of Life Service will be held at a later date. Cremation arrangements are under the direction of Dalhart Funeral Home and Cremation and Services.

Edward "Eddy" Houston Carson

Jan 23, 2025

Edward “Eddy” Houston Carson, 81, was born September 20, 1943, in Amherst, TX to parents Herschell and Lucille Carson and passed away on January 23, 2025, in Dalhart, TX.

Eddy was the youngest of five children and grew up on a farm in Olton, TX built on hard work and love. He graduated from Olton High School in 1962 and married...

Evelyn Fink

Jan 19, 2025

Evelyn Tabitha Fink, 95, of Dalhart, Texas, formerly of McAlester, Oklahoma, died January 19, 2025, in Dalhart. Evelyn will be taken back home to be laid to rest with her late husband, James Jay Fink in Indianola, OK. Local arrangements are entrusted to Dalhart Funeral Home and Cremation Services.

Evelyn was born to Arthur and Tibitha Emmaline Lewis on...

Ronnie "Ron" Hester

Jan 18, 2025

Ronnie "Ron" Hester, 79 of Dalhart, went to bed on Friday night and awoke at the feet of Jesus on Saturday, January 18, 2024. Ron is now playing the banjo with the angels in the Land of Glory. His lovely wife, Christi, along with the rest of the family, will be welcoming friends from 9:30-10:30 in the morning on Tuesday,...

Brenda Galloway

Jan 13, 2025

Brenda Sue Galloway, 74, passed away peacefully on January 13, 2025, at Coon Memorial Nursing Home in Dalhart, Texas. She was born to Elsie and Clifford Griggs Sr. in Muskogee, Oklahoma.

Brenda spent 41 wonderful years married to Don Galloway, whom she married on November 12, 1984, in Stratford, Texas. Together, they built a life full of love and...

William "Bill" Hunter

Jan 9, 2025

William (Bill) Hunter was born in Dimmitt, Texas on July 10, 1934 to Sam and Lillie Mae (Allen) Hunter. After graduating from Dimmitt High School, he majored in History at West Texas State University, where he was Student Body President, and then attended Tulane Law School in New Orleans, where he made Law Review. There he met his future wife,...

Loisa Lucero

Jan 3, 2025

Loisa Lucero, 62, of Dalhart, passed away on Friday, January 3, 2025, in Dalhart.

Memorial service will be held 1:00 PM Saturday, January 11, 2025 at Dalhart Funeral Home. Viewing will be held from 12:00 PM to 8:00 PM Wednesday, January 8, 2024 at Dalhart Funeral Home. Cremation and service is entrusted to Dalhart Funeral Home and Cremation Services.

Loisa was born...

Susan A Thorn

Dec 26, 2024

Susan A. Thorn, 63, of Dalhart, passed away December 26, 2024. She is survived by her children, Lisa Wright, John Thorn, Shane Thorn, and Melissa Thorn; 10 grandchildren and 11 great grandchildren. She will be greatly missed. 

Services will be scheduled at a later date. Cremation and arrangements are entrusted to Dalhart Funeral Home and Cremation Services.

Rebecca Quint

Dec 24, 2024

In Loving Memory of Rebecca Ann Quint

June 12, 1954 to December 24, 2024

Rebecca was a beautiful, forgiving, and gentle soul. She was a woman of grace, strength, and unyielding love who touched the lives of many.

Born on June 12, 1954 in Galesburg, Illinois, she attended Abingdon High School and graduated with a Psychology degree...

Wayne Reynolds

Dec 23, 2024

Wayne Reynolds, 83, of DeLeon, Texas, and formerly of Dalhart, passed away peacefully on December 23, 2024, and awoke in the presence of his Savior, Jesus Christ. He was born on June 6, 1941, in Aspermont, Texas, to Richard and Ivalina Reynolds.

Wayne graduated from high school and began a lifelong career as a mechanic, working for Phil Like...

Keith Heiskell

Dec 21, 2024

Keith Brian Heiskell entered his heavenly home on Saturday, December 21, 2024, surrounded by family following a twelve-year battle with ALS. Keith's journey touched the lives of many, leaving behind a legacy of strength and resilience. His unwavering spirit in the face of adversity was an inspiration to all who knew him.

Keith was born in Amarillo on November...

James "Jay" Peeples

Dec 18, 2024

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Jay Peeples, 58 of Dalhart, Texas, on December 18, 2024. Jay was a beloved member of the Dalhart community, known for his kindness, dedication, and unwavering spirit. Jay’s life will be celebrated with a Funeral Mass at 1:00 PM on Friday, December 27, 2024, at St. Anthony of Padua Catholic Church with...

Billie Sue Black

Dec 10, 2024

Billie Sue Stephens Black, born on July 15, 1938, in Pampa, Texas, peacefully passed away surrounded by her loving family. The sixth of twelve children born to Virgil and Gladys Stephens, Billie Sue grew up on a cotton farm west of Newlan. She attended school in Estelline and Memphis, Texas, where she cultivated her love for life and family.

 Billie Sue...

Coy M. "Stub" Gergen

Dec 7, 2024

Coy M. “Stub” Gergen, 84, of Dalhart, Texas, passed away peacefully on December 7, 2024. He was born on April 6, 1940, in Lamar, Colorado, to Coy Martin Gergen Sr. and Margaret Ruth Gist. Coy graduated from high school and went on to attend college. On May 14, 1960, he married the love of his life, Rita Heath, in Denver,...

George W Avent

Dec 7, 2024

With heavy hearts but joyful memories, we gather to celebrate the remarkable life of George W Avent, affectionately known as "Big George." George passed peacefully at the age of 86 on December 7, 2024, in Dalhart, Texas.

A service honoring George's life will take place at 10:30 a.m. on Saturday, December 14, 2024, at Central Methodist Church in Dalhart. Rev. Steve...

Ben Marruffo

Dec 2, 2024

Ben Marruffo, a beloved father, husband, and friend, passed away peacefully of natural causes on December 2, 2024, at the age of 70 in Amarillo, Texas. A graveside service will be held at 1:00 pm on Tuesday, December 10, 2024, at Memorial Park Cemetery, with Deacon Michael officiating. Cremation arrangements are entrusted to Dalhart Funeral Home and Cremation Services.

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