Obituaries
Adam Cancino
April 7, 2025
With heavy hearts, we share the tragic passing of Adam Cancino, 35 of Dalhart, on April 7, 2025, as he was heading to begin a new chapter in his life in Kansas. Adam’s family invites you to join them for a heartfelt Celebration of Life Service on Friday at 3 o’ clock in the afternoon at the Dalhart Funeral Memorial...
Philip E. Ondracek
April 6, 2025
In Loving Memory of Philip Edward Ondracek
August 9, 1956 – April 6, 2025
With heavy hearts we announce the passing of Philip Edward Ondracek, who entered eternal rest on April 6, 2025, at the age of 68 in his lifelong hometown of Dalhart, Texas.
Philip was born on August 9, 1956, to Francis Edward Ondracek and Mary Josephine (French) Ondracek. He was...
Michael Scott Ford
April 1, 2025
"The journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step."
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Michael Scott Ford, age 61 years old, of Dalhart, passed away Tuesday, April 1, 2025, at his home following a long illness.
Mike was born in Dumas April 2, 1963, and lived in Dalhart most of...
Mark Avery Baucom
March 24, 2025
Mark Baucom, 63, of Eldon, Missouri passed away Monday, March 24, 2025 in Dallam, Texas due to injuries he sustained in a motor vehicle accident. He was born December 11, 1961 in Versailles, Missouri, the son of the late Merrill and Mary (Bacon) Baucom. On May 14, 1994 in Eldon, Missouri he was united in marriage to Laura (Graham)...
Leslie H. (Bob) Mead
March 22, 2025
Leslie H. (Bob) Mead Obituary
Leslie Harrison (Bob) Mead was born on September 8th, 1929. He was born in La Junta, Colorado to Lilly Vivian McDaniel Mead and Henry Harrison Mead. This was one month before the Stock Market crashed in October 1929. Bob passed peacefully and quietly on March 22nd, 2025 in his home in Tucumcari, New Mexico with his...
C.L. Sanborn
March 21, 2025
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Clarence Leroy (C.L.) Sanborn, age 92, of Dalhart, Texas, passed away in his home on March 21, 2025. He was born on September 17, 1932, in Cherokee, Oklahoma. He was preceded in death by his father, Leroy Sanborn, mother, Matha Bowling Sanborn, brother, Charles Sanborn, and sister, Willa Mae...
Donnie Ray Brock
March 16, 2025
Donnie R. Brock, age 90 years old, passed away at Coon Memorial Home March 16, 2025.
Donnie was born September 18, 1934, in Floyd County, Texas and was the son of the late Thomas E. "Jake" and Clara (Pope) Brock. He retired from Southwestern Public Service Company (now Xcel Energy) in 1995 after 35 years of service....
Bobby Ray Sexton, Jr.
March 12, 2025
Bobby Ray Sexton Jr. passed away on March 12, 2025, at the age of 69. He was born on January 30, 1956, in Guthrie, Oklahoma, to Bobby Ray Sr. and Jeannette Marie (Dye) Sexton.
Bobby graduated from U.S. Grant High School in Oklahoma City and found his calling on the open road as a truck driver, a career that suited his...
Martin Hernandez
March 12, 2025
Martín Hernández, de 71 años, de Dalhart, partió para estar con Jesús el 12 de marzo de 2025. El servicio funebre sera a las 11 de la mañana el martes 18 de marzo de 2025 en la capilla de Dalhart Funeral Home. La sepultura sera despues del servicio en Dumas Cemetery. Fue un hombre trabajador y dedicado a su familia,...
Rebekah Van Dijk
March 12, 2025
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Rebekah Van Dijk on March 12, 2025, at the age of 29. A beloved daughter, sister, aunt, and friend, Rebekah's vibrant spirit and unwavering love for those around her will be deeply missed.
Born in Mt. Pleasant, Texas, Rebekah spent her life loving and serving others. Her presence was larger than life—both literally...
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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...


