Obituaries

Joe John Bland, 1944–2025

Joe John Bland, 1944–2025

Joe John Bland, 1944–2025

Joe John “John” Bland was born Oct. 11, 1944, in Midland, Texas, to Hoyt and Lena (Gibson) Bland. He was welcomed into his heavenly home on May 13, 2026, surrounded by family. John was 81 years young.
Williard Alvin Yarbro, 1937–2026

Williard Alvin Yarbro, 1937–2026

Williard Alvin Yarbro, 1937–2026

Willard Alvin Yarbro,88, of Post, Texas, passed away Monday, Feb. 23, 2026, at University Medical Center in Lubbock. Funeral services were held at 10 a.m. Saturday, Feb. 28, 2026, at the Beacon Community Nazarene Church with Chuck Gibson officiating.
Larry Edwin Self, 1948 - 2026

Larry Edwin Self, 1948 - 2026

Larry Edwin Self, 1948 - 2026

Larry Edwin Self, 77, died of a lengthy illness on February 8th, 2026, in his home in Weatherford, Texas. He was attended by his wife, daughter, and son during his last days in his home.Larry was born in Weatherford, Texas, on Feb. 25, 1948, to George and Gladys (Pistole) Self.
Albert David Sparlin

Albert David Sparlin

Albert David Sparlin

 1954–2026Albert David Sparlin, 71, of Post, Texas, passed away at home on Jan. 21, 2026, after a short but courageous battle with lung cancer.
Judy Bush

Judy Bush

Judy Bush, 1947–2026

Judy Bush, 78, of Post, Texas, died on Jan. 7, 2026, in Tahoka, Texas. Graveside services were held Monday, Jan. 12, 2026, at 11 a.m. at Terrace Cemetery in Post, with a Celebration of Life following at 2 p.m. at the Post Church of Christ, 108 N. Ave.
Mike Gomez, 1954–2025

Mike Gomez, 1954–2025

Mike Gomez, 1954–2025

Mike Gomez, 71, of Garland, Texas, formerly of Post, Texas, passed away on Sunday, Dec. 28, 2025, at his residence.Funeral services were held at 2 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 3, 2026, at Templo Baptista with Rev. Daniel Garcia officiating.
Kyle James Carlson 1995–2025

Kyle James Carlson 1995–2025

Kyle James Carlson 1995–2025

Kyle James Carlson, age 30, born August 11, 1995, passed away December 21, 2025.Kyle was the youngest child of Lee Charles Carlson and Michelle Marie Hanes.He was an oilfield worker in the Midland, Texas, area and grew up in Southwest Missouri.He is survived by his daughter, Jaciee Lynn Carlson.

Catherine Pattillo Richburg, 1932–2025

Catherine Pattillo Carter Richburg, 93, of Lubbock, Texas, formerly of Post, passed away on Wednesday, Dec. 31, 2025.Graveside services were held at 10 a.m. Saturday, Jan. 3, 2026, at Terrace Cemetery with Rev. Bruce Gregory officiating. Interment followed under the direction of Hudman Funeral Home.
Edith “Eydie”

Edith “Eydie”

Edith “Eydie” Golden Capps, 1949–2025

Edith “Eydie” Golden Capps, 76, lovingly known as Mama Eydie, passed peacefully from this life on Saturday, Dec. 27, 2025, surrounded by the family she devoted her life to loving and caring for.

Henry Charles “Papa Chuck” Mannis, 1936–2025

Henry Charles Mannis passed away peacefully at 9:00 a.m. on November 14, 2025. He was preceded in death by his beloved wife of 67 years, Mary Helen Mannis; his parents, Henry and Trevah Mannis; and several of his brothers and sisters.