Dero Shaw, Jr.

BIG SPRING - Dero Shaw, Jr., 74 of Big Spring, passed away, Dec. 5, 2025. He was born Feb. 4, 1951, in Big Spring, to Verl Dero Shaw, Sr. and Lillian Faye (Witt) Shaw.He lay in-state on Dec. 9, at Nalley-Pickle and Welch Funeral Home. The family received visitors that same day.

Rita Pat Harrell

STANTON - On Nov. 27, 2025, Rita Pat Harrell crossed from earth into heaven after several long illnesses. Rita Pat (Patti) was born on Aug. 13, 1943, in Waco, to Larue and William Harrell.Her father was in the U.S. Army, and they traveled and lived in various locations in her early years.

Bobbie Burchett

BIG SPRING - Bobbie Jean “Mimi” Burchett, 94, of Big Spring, died Nov. 23, 2025, in Big Spring.She was born May 2, 1931, in Martin County, and married Willis Burchett on May 1, 1949, in Stanton.

Eula Belle Huffman

FORT WORTH - Eula Belle Huffman, 89, passed away on Oct. 3, 2025, in Fort Worth, following a life both well-lived and well-loved. Whether you knew her as Eula, Cissie, Mom or Noni, you were left with an imprint of kindness and compassion that will stay with you forever.

Melvin Williamson

ACKERLY - Melvin “Mel” Williamson, 81 of Ackerly, died Nov. 13, 2025. Visitation was Nov. 17 with family receiving friends at Myers & Smith Funeral Home. Funeral service was Nov. 18 at Hillcrest Baptist Church.Mel was born on Sept. 27, 1944 in Big Spring.

Johnny Gene Latzel

MIDKIFF - Johnny Gene Latzel, 76 of Midkiff, was welcomed into our heavenly Father’s arms Nov. 9, 2025, at his home after a period of declining health. A devoted husband, father, grandfather, and a man of boundless ingenuity and passion, Johnny left an indelible mark on all who knew him.

Lola Belle Lamb

BIG SPRING - Lola Belle (Morris) Lamb, 91 of Big Spring, was called home on Nov. 7, 2025. Funeral service was Nov, 12, at the Nalley-Pickle & Welch Rosewood Chapel. Interment followed at Trinity Memorial Park. She lay in-state Nov.

Suzanna Poe

STANTON - In loving memory, we celebrate the life of Suzanna Poe, beloved daughter, sister, cousin and friend. Suzanna passed away on Oct. 30, 2025 in Midland, at the age of 76 following a brief illness. A funeral mass was Nov. 5, at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church in Stanton. Interment followed at St.

Ronald Dan Shortes

ACKERLY - Ronald Dan Shortes, 81 of Ackerly, passed away surrounded by his family and friends on Nov. 3, 2025. Graveside services were Nov. 5, at Ackerly Cemetery.He was born in Big Spring, to Vernon and Gladys Shortes on Nov. 30, 1943. He had a long career in farming.

Barbara Lu Currie Ratliff

GARDEN CITY Barbara Lu Currie Ratliff, 91, of Garden City, Texas, died on October 19, 2025, after a lengthy illness. She grew up on the ranch with her brother, Jerry Currie. After her marriage to Arlis Ratliff in 1955, the couple lived the remainder of their lives spent on the ranch ranching.