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Garrett Contreras Obituary

Garett Jonah Contreras, Avery Hannah Contreras LUBBOCK-Garett Jonah Contreras, age 5, and Avery Hannah Contreras, age 23 months, went to be with our merciful Lord on Friday, July 15, 2016. Garett was born Nov. 18, 2010, and Avery was born Aug. 21, 2014, both in Lubbock to their mother Cybil Buxkemper Contreras. Garett was an avid soccer and baseball player, and recently graduated from Learning Tree Children's Academy's kindergarten program. He was a survivor of open heart surgery at four days old at Texas Children's Hospital, and loved our God with a gentle, patient heart. Avery loved all things Minnie, ladybugs, or anything that was her brother's. She was a genuine firecracker full of independence and stubbornness. They were best friends. They are survived by their mother, Cybil Buxkemper Contreras; maternal great-grandmother, Barbara Payton; maternal grandparents, Doyle and Cindy Buxkemper; an uncle and aunt, Drury and Tara Buxkemper; and two cousins, Daxon and Deker Buxkemper, all of Lubbock. A celebration of their short lives will be held at 10 a.m. Tuesday, July 19, 2016, at Trinity Church in Lubbock, Texas. The family will receive friends during a visitation from 6 to 8 p.m. Monday evening at Englund's Funeral Home in Slaton, Texas. Memorial donations may be made to the Ronald McDonald House.

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Published by Lubbock Avalanche-Journal on Jul. 17, 2016.

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Mikah Qualls

March 10, 2024

I had never heard about these babies until my father n law passed in 2018. When I had read what had happened to them, I was so deeply saddened. They didn´t deserve this. My father n law is inside the same building as these two precious angels. Every-time we go out there, I always stop by their site to say hello. I´m so sad this had happened to these two young angels. Rest in peace sweet babies.

Margie gonzales

July 27, 2016

I don't know u but may God be with u and ur family at this time in need I will keep y'all in my prayer

Center for Clinical Research

July 21, 2016

Our thoughts and prayers go to Cybil and her family at this time of sorrow and loss. God will hold you and keep you in His heart, and Garrett and Avery are in His arms. -SJH System Office Center for Clinical Research.

July 20, 2016

I'm so so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with all your family...
Sandra Holder

Eva Rivera

July 20, 2016

I don't know this family but was so touched and heartbroken that I felt the need to attend the beautiful services at Trinity yesterday. I was so moved and in tears. I can't imagine the pain this family is going through especially the mother. I have cried and prayed for you and will continue to do so. Your babies are now precious little angels and are resting in paradise with our Heavenly Father. I pray for GOD to wrap HIS loving arms around each and everyone of you and comfort you. I pray for strength, peace, and love. My heart, thoughts, and prayers are with you all. Please know that GOD is with you and will never leave you. HE will help mend your broken heart. I'm so sorry for your loss.

Camila BONIFIELD

July 20, 2016

As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.

Jeannie McMillan

July 20, 2016

Praying !

claudia

July 19, 2016

I am so sorry for your loss. May you draw close to God and know that he will soon wipe away all pain and suffering by means of his kingdom. Matthew 6:5

Alicia and Jocilynn Alvarado

July 19, 2016

Your beautiful angels are flying high watching over you until you see them again! Sending many prayers during this hard time that God gives you the strength to continue to live life to its fullest making your precious angels happy.

Elisa and Douglas Mills

July 19, 2016

I don't think anything has touched me so deeply as the love i saw and felt today. Still my heart hurts so bad. Only God will get you through this, and you and all your family will stay in my prayers forever.

GOD BLESS YOU AND KEEP YOU

Antonio & Anna Trevino

July 19, 2016

Garrett and Avery's mother, Cybil, We do not know each other but we are sisters in Christ. I am so sorry for your loss. I am asking God from the center of my heart that he would wrap his arms around you and grant you the strength and love you need at this time. I will be praying for your heart that it would find peace and comfort. God bless you so much!

#liveBrolin

July 19, 2016

There are no words to adequately define the feelings of loss your family is experiencing. Losing children so young and pure is excruciating. You will find the love of the Lord as slivers of light in this darkness, look for them and cling to them. My prayers for you and your family.

July 19, 2016

God bless you. May you know the peace and courage that only Christ can give. You and your family are in our hearts and prayers.
Wayne and Laurie Beeson

July 19, 2016

Prayers for your family, my heart is heavy for you! May Jesus show you rest through all this.

Irene Hill

July 19, 2016

My deepest sympathy in your tremendous loss. Our family has been praying and continue to pray for you. May God bring you peace.

July 19, 2016

My prayers and thoughts are with each and every one of you at this time. May your hearts mend in the near future and increase in the Unconditional Love of Jesus.

Lovingly in Christ,
Noel and family

Rhonda freeman

July 19, 2016

I am so sorry for your loss. I cant even imagine how you feel. It brings such sadness to me because i cant understand how this can happen. God bless you. RIP children

Taggart Family

July 18, 2016

God bless your sweet angels. Garett was on my son Caden's soccer team and also in his class at Learning Tree this summer. We were always in awe at what an amazing little soccer player he was. May you find peace in knowing they are both now with Jesus. Our prayers our with your family during this difficult time.

Joan & Corey McNeil

July 18, 2016

You and your family are in our prayers and thoughts.

Joan & Corey McNeil

July 18, 2016

You and your family are in our prayers.

William Droll

July 18, 2016

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Camellia Battin

July 18, 2016

I am so very sorry for your loss! I know you are in shock now but God will be with you! I know because I lost my son too and it is something you can not explain to any one how much it hurts!, may God bless and keep you close!

Frank Aprile

July 18, 2016

I pray for you Cybil, your children, and for peace in your soul- this is tragic

Catina Kimmons

July 18, 2016

So sorry for your loss! My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family!

Amanda (Talons mom)

July 18, 2016

Our boys played together this past year on Team Rangers! I can't imagine what you are going through but pray God be with you every step of the way. God Bless Cybil.

Leigh-Anne Osten

July 18, 2016

Cybil and family, I pray that one day you will one day find comfort and peace! I am so sorry for your loss and it continually weighs heavy on my heart. Your family will be in my thoughts and prayers through this very difficult time and beyond.

Cindy Brown

July 18, 2016

Your faith continues to touch us all. I pray that you are surrounded and feel the strength of love from all your friends. Know that they are legion.

Cindy Brown

Stephanie Narbaez

July 18, 2016

I'm so sorry for your loss...May God and his Angel's comfort you during this time of grief...May God pour out his mercy,grace,love and peace upon you..Know that your are in the prayers

Cynthia Benavides

July 18, 2016

God Bless the little ones, for they are now with God. May God comfort you. Hugs

Lora Shank

July 18, 2016

God is Blessed with these little bundles of joy and love. They were angels on earth but now they have their wings.

Martha Ann Strube

July 18, 2016

So sorry. Your family will be in my thought

Jessica Islas

July 18, 2016

I do not know the family personally but as a mother I can't begin to imagine. May God be with you and all who loved these sweet babies during this difficult time and may these little Angels rest in everlasting peace with our heavenly father.

Bobbye Richardson

July 18, 2016

There are no words to express the grief you and your family are feeling. God be with you and comfort you! Your little angels are with the Lord and sitting in Jesus's lap!

Linda Oages

July 18, 2016

I pray that God gives you peace. So very sorry for your loss.

Pam Patton

July 18, 2016

My heart really goes out to you for the loss of your little blessings. Please let God hold you tight and May HIS Peace shower you.

Wayne Brown

July 18, 2016

May God comfort you and flood you with the healing power at his command.

Ruth Jones

July 18, 2016

I am so sorry for your loss

Patti Patterson

July 18, 2016

I am so sorry for the loss of your sweet babies. May the Prince of Peace comfort you.

Rebekah Parker

July 17, 2016

Cybil, Doyle, Cindy, and all family,
You are all in our thoughts and prayers continuously. I pray for peace that passes all understanding. I love you and we are here for anything you need.

Alicia and Jocilynn Alvarado

July 17, 2016

Cybil, our deepest condolences for this horrific loss of your two previous Angels. No words can replace how you feel or what you think, but trust in GOD that he will guide you through this time!

Kailee Cook

July 17, 2016

Sorry for your loss. Its hard to suffer a Tragedy like this. Losing your children is the worst things that could happen to any one. Prayers for the family that is going through this. Love Kailee

Mike and Cindy white (Stephanie Whites in laws)

July 17, 2016

May god put his arms around you in this time! Gods mercy will blanket you and keep you going. You will kiss those sweet babies again one day.

Teresa Strattan

July 17, 2016

Heartfelt hug and prayers for you and your family.

July 17, 2016

RIP

Gwen Jones

July 17, 2016

We are so sorry for your loss and can't even imagine the heart ache. We are praying that the Lord will bring comfort and healing to you and your family.

Grace Sanchez

July 17, 2016

May the Great Comforter the Holy Spirit of the Living God be with you all...

Deborah Donald-Key

July 17, 2016

I am so sorry for your loss, your immense pain, anger, and emptiness. May God keep you close in his arms! God is good and God is love!

Candy Pendergraft

July 17, 2016

I cannot express how sorry I am for your loss. I cannot even begin to imagine. Know they are with God and with you always. You have many friends and family to help you through this difficult time... Most of all you have God. Bless you and your family

Kathy L

July 17, 2016

I am so very sorry for your loss! I will keep you and your family in my prayers.

Michelle Gilbeet

July 17, 2016

I am so sorry for your loss. I pray you find comfort knowing the Heavenly Father has his arms wrapped around the family. The Buxkemper Family is in my thoughts and prayers. Hugs, Michelle Strube Gilbert

Darrell Reece and Family

July 17, 2016

Cybil, words could never express the sorrow we feel for you and your family at this time. You are in our prayers and we pray that God will hold you in his arms and comfort you during this time and times to come.

isolde simmons

July 17, 2016

Sybil, I am so sorry for you and your family and my heart goes out to you and your pain and hurting with you

July 17, 2016

Prayers for the family two beautiful babys gone so fast may they both rest in peace

Mike and Terri Weatherford

July 17, 2016

We pray that you will feel the loving touch of our Lord and Savior during this unimaginable time.

Erica Gutierrez

July 17, 2016

I don't know the family personally, but my heart hurts for you...I am so sorry for your loss. My deepest condolences to you and the family! May God comfort you all during this tough time, may he surround you with his presence, and wrap his loving arms around you. In Jesus sweet name I pray, amen.

Evangelina Bustillos

July 17, 2016

I am with you with prayers and will keep praying for all your family. God will be with you.

BILLY AND DIXIE HOUSTON

July 17, 2016

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

LINDA NELL Kahlich Ross

July 17, 2016

May the Blessed Mary, hold the babies in her arms in heaven and forever comfort you in your hours of sorrow.

Open Door Class Calvary Baptist Church

July 17, 2016

This family was brought to the attention of our Bible study class this morning. Please know that people you don't even know are lifting you up and that Jesus Christ is right there with you. Lean on Him and rest knowing that you will see them again........ I Thessalonians 4:13-17

July 17, 2016

Cyril, Cindy, and Doyle, my thoughts and prayers are with you. Your little angels are with the Lord now, May that be a comfort to you. Love you, Demaris

betty wright childers

July 17, 2016

IM. so sorryfor your May God be with andyour family.love you all

C Galindo

July 17, 2016

My thoughts & prayers are with you & your family. Strength & comfort. Heavenly Father wrap your loving arms around this family. Amen!!

Donna Justice

July 17, 2016

You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. May God lift you up with strength and comfort. Bless your precious little ones.

Janell Smith

July 17, 2016

I am deeply saddened by this loss. Sympathy and love to all the families involved.

Hannah Corder

July 17, 2016

Cybil and family-
I cannot even fathom, but I do know God is holding your babies close with the most loving arms. Praying for you that you might find peace and comfort in this storm. "And we know that for those who love God all things work together for good, for those who are called according to his purpose."

July 17, 2016

I am so extremely heartbroken for you. You are in my thoughts.
Jennifer (Buxkemper) Booker

judy barron

July 17, 2016

I have no words. My heart breaks for you all. I am so sorry

Victoria Johnson

July 17, 2016

Cybil, praying Jesus will carry you and your family, praying for you

Rita Beown

July 17, 2016

Cindy, Doyle, Cybil , Drury and Tara;
Ours hearts are so heavy for all of you. Please know prayers are being prayed for all of you. So very sorry for the loss of your two precious angels.
Rita Brown and

Amanda A

July 17, 2016

May you find some comfort knowing your precious babies are in His hands now. God bless you and your family. So sorry.

Susan Leach

July 17, 2016

Cindy, Drury, and families,
I am so sorry for your loss and for the pain and sorrow that brings.

Linda Timmons

July 17, 2016

Thoughts and prayers are with you all, Much love

Christine Lewis

July 17, 2016

God understands our prayers even when we can't find the words to say them. We love you with the love of the Lord.

July 17, 2016

My thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family, Cybil, I'm so sorry for your loss,my heart is broken....Millie Ochoa

Sandy White

July 17, 2016

Prayers and comfort for this family my heart breaks I am so sorry for your loss.

Sandy Staggs

July 17, 2016

My prayers are continuously with you.

Melanie Bisbee

July 17, 2016

I cannot imagine what you and your family are going through during this most difficult time. Praying for comfort for you and your family

Juan, Hilda, John Paul and Makayla Balderrama

July 17, 2016

God bless these sweet angels. My prayers and thoughts are with the family. Glad we were able to meet these precious babies.

Michelle Respondek

July 17, 2016

May you find peace and comfort in God's love for you and those two precious babies! They're safe in His arms now.

Margarita Castro

July 17, 2016

Keeping the prayers going. God will take care of the rest. God bless you.

Tammy Jones

July 17, 2016

My prayers and my thoughts go out to the family. Cybil God is with you. Stay strong. I love you

Sarita Haney

July 17, 2016

I am so very sorry for your loss, please know you are in my prayers.

Jeni Buxkemper Gossett

July 17, 2016

Praying for your family during this difficult time. God Bless your sweet little Angels.

Frankie Armstrong

July 17, 2016

Lord be with this family has they celebrate the lives if these beautiful children. Comfort and bless their hearts through this overwhelming time. In your name we pray.

Tiffany Shannon (Covenant)

July 17, 2016

Lifting you in prayers & sending you strength. May God's presence surround you.

July 17, 2016

You and your family in my thoughts and prayers.

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