Obituaries

Fernando "Ferny" Meraz

Fernando "Ferny" Meraz

March 12, 2025

Fernando "Ferny" Meraz, a beloved member of the Dalhart community, departed this life peacefully on March 12, 2025, in Dalhart, Texas, at the age of 85. Born on April 2, 1939, in Guerrero Chihuahua, Mexico, he moved to Dalhart in 1976, where he and his family made countless memories and lasting friendships.

Fernando was known for his friendly, gentle nature and...

Jose Velasques

Jose Velasques

March 11, 2025

Jose Velasques, age 45 years old, passed away unexpectedly Tuesday, March 11, 2025.

Jose was born in Guyape, Olancho, Honduras August 10, 1979, and lived in Dalhart the past twelve years. Five years ago, he became the owner of Jose's Landscaping. Jose enjoyed boxing, running, and caring for the neighborhood wildlife: feeding the stray cats and dogs,...

Larry Viera

Larry Viera

March 6, 2025

Larry Vierra, 55 of Dalhart, passed away on March 6, 2025. Larry’s Celebration of Life Service will be held at 11:00am(MST) on Tuesday, March 11, 2025 in the Church of God of The Firstborn in Portales, NM with Larry’s own brother Pastor David Viera officiating. Interment will follow in Portales Cemetery. Larry will lie in repose from noon until 5:00pm(CST)...

Cleo Stoneman

Cleo Stoneman

March 3, 2025

Cleo Stoneman, age 89 years old, of Panhandle, passed away Monday, March 3, 2025, following a period of failing health.

Cleo was born in Dickens, Texas and lived in Roswell, New Mexico for 13 years before moving to Dalhart in 1979. He was the son of the late Rayburn and Bessie (Fuqua) Stoneman. He worked for several...

Smooch Sanchez

Smooch Sanchez

March 2, 2025

In Loving memory of Smooch

Smooch was a very loving companion that passed away March 2, 2025. She had a spirit, and a smile that would melt your heart. She loved everyone and everything about life.

Smooch brought so much life, joy, and peace to our family, she was a great little sister to Lexi, they created such a wonderful bond. It...

Clayton Samuel Getz

Clayton Samuel Getz

February 28, 2025

Clayton Samuel Getz, age 30 years old of Dalhart, formerly of Spearman, passed away Friday, February 28, 2025, at the home of his sister and brother-in-law following a long illness.

Clayton was born October 15, 1994, in Beaver, Oklahoma and lived in Spearman, Texas most of his life before moving to Dalhart seven months ago. He enjoyed...

Anna Lou Gibson

Anna Lou Gibson

February 26, 2025

Ann Lou Gibson, age 92, of Dalhart passed away Wednesday February 26, 2025 at her home with her daughter Lori by her side.

Born October 9, 1932, in Gray, Oklahoma to the late Rebecca Claybrook and Frank William Davenport, Sr. Ann was a dedicated homemaker all of her life - she had a zest for taking care...

Barbara Jean Avent

Barbara Jean Avent

February 24, 2025

Barbara Jean Woods Avent

November 26, 1939 – February 24, 2025

Barbara Jean Avent, 85, of Dalhart, Texas, passed away peacefully on February 24, 2025, just 79 days after the passing of her beloved husband, George W Avent. She was born on November 26, 1939, in Bentonville, Arkansas, to Henry and Bertha Mae Woods. She was the 3rd of five children. At...

Sutton Alexander Sullivan

Sutton Alexander Sullivan

February 23, 2025

Sutton Alexander Sullivan was called to Heaven February 23, 2025, in Amarillo. His presence will be forever cherished by those who loved him.

Sutton is survived by his devoted parents, Kyler and Jasmine Sullivan, who embraced him with all the love a parent can give. He also leaves behind a caring family, including his grandparents, Bridget and Kevin Hightower, and Maria...

Mary Frances Vincent

Mary Frances Vincent

February 18, 2025

Mary Frances Vincent (Cook) was born in Pawnee, Oklahoma on September 7th, 1943, and passed away on February 18th, 2025, at the age of 81 in Amarillo, TX. Her parents were Juanita and Albert Cook, and her stepmother Erma Cook.

She was preceded in death by her husband David 'Pete' Vincent, brothers Ben Cook, Harold Cook, and...

Joyce Diane Estes

Joyce Diane Estes

February 18, 2025

Joyce Diane Estes got her angel wings early Tuesday morning, February 18, 2025. I am pretty sure she burst through the pearly gates with her very fun, lively, ornery personality and started taking charge, and I know for sure she was met by Mom and Dad and other loved ones gone before, also all the furry babies that were a...

Clifford Alcie Skiles Jr.

Clifford Alcie Skiles Jr.

February 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...

Margie June Cleavinger

Margie June Cleavinger

February 13, 2025

Margie June Cleavinger, age 94, passed away Thursday, February 13th, 2025, at Coon Memorial Hospital.

Margie was born in Dalhart on May 11, 1930. She was the daughter of the late George R. and Bertha Hook and was the 6th of seven children. She was a homemaker and devoted her life to raising her children and giving...

Coach Tommy Sherrill

Coach Tommy Sherrill

February 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

Randall "Randy" Mathews

February 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

Ruben Chaparro

January 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

Jennifer Cox

January 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

Edward "Eddy" Houston Carson

January 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...

Merri Lou Davis

Merri Lou Davis

January 19, 2025

Merri Lou Davis put off her tabernacle as the Lord Jesus Christ shewed her on January 19, 2025, fittingly on a Sunday morning. She will be greatly missed by those that knew and loved her. The service will be at First Baptist Church Dalhart at 2 p.m. Thursday, January 23, 2025, with burial following at Memorial Park Cemetery. Merri...

Jeffery Ray Mccutchen

Jeffery Ray Mccutchen

January 19, 2025

Jeffery Ray McCutchen, age 50, of Dalhart, passed away at Borger Healthcare Center Sunday, January 19, 2025.

Jeffery was born on January 11, 1975, in Hereford, Texas to Herman Conley McCutchen and Janice Ann (Head) McCutchen. The family moved to Dalhart when Jeffery was very young, where he grew up. Jeffery attended Dalhart ISD and graduated High...

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