Lois Tarbox Brunjes

Lois Tarbox Brunjes, 68, of Lubbock went to be with the Lord on Wednesday, May 21, 2014, following a courageous 12 year battle with cancer. Her graciousness, elegance, and charm brightened every life she touched.

Lois was born in Lubbock on February 5, 1946, daughter of the late Elmer and Maxine Tarbox. She graduated from Lubbock High School in 1964 and attended Texas Christian University where she was chosen "Freshman Favorite." She was a member of the Tri Delta Sorority. Lois graduated with a degree in Education in 1968.

Lois touched many lives as a devoted educator for 14 years. She also served her community through her membership of PEO and the Junior League of Lubbock. She was a faithful member of St. John's United Methodist Church, and she deeply enjoyed her Sunday school lessons and the friendships she developed at First Baptist Church.

Lois was very devoted to her family and friends. She enjoyed cooking, especially her renowned pies. She also loved doting on her beloved children and grandchildren. The grandchildren remember their Lolo as a woman who was “gorgeous”, “strong” and “generous”. Lois was so giving and her passion in life was showing love to everyone she came in contact with.

She will forever be cherished by her devoted husband, Jim Brunjes, her sons and daughter-in-laws, Todd and Crysty Johnston and Greg and Emily Johnston, her stepdaughter and son-in-law, Jennifer and Scott Belfanti, and her treasured grandchildren, Laura, Ben and William Johnston.

Lois is also survived by her Aunt Catherine and Uncle Delayne Crawford, Aunt Josie and Uncle Keith Hubbard, and brothers and sisters-in-laws, Max and Carol Tarbox, Bill and Karol Tarbox, and Lee and Ruthann Tarbox, as well as many loved nieces and nephews.

Lois will be remembered at a visitation at Resthaven Chapel on Friday, May 23 from 6:00-8:00 pm. There will also be a memorial service at St. John’s United Methodist Church on Saturday, May 24 at 2:00 pm. We are so thankful for the prayers and support from all of our friends and family. In lieu of flowers, the family kindly requests that you send donations to the Food Voucher Program at St. John’s United Methodist Church, 1501 University Avenue, Lubbock, Texas 79401 806-762-0123.

Condolences and online guestbook can be found at www.resthavenfuneralhome.com Arrangements under the direction of Resthaven Funeral Home & Cemetery, Lubbock, TX.