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Dr. Dick Auld

October 20, 1948 - September 30, 2024
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Lake Ridge Chapel and Memorial Designers
6025 82nd Street
Lubbock, TX 79424
Saturday 10/5, 12:00 pm

It is with deep sorrow and much love that the family of Dr. Dick Auld announces his peaceful passing on September 30, 2024, at the age of 75.

Dick will be lovingly remembered by his wife of 56 years, Sherry; daughters, Shannon and Shelly (Ben) Diaz; grandchildren, Eric (Nicole), Ryan, Madison, and Meghan; sister Rosalind Grizzell, brothers, Bob (Jan), and Larry (Janene), as well as numerous relatives and friends.

Dick was born on October 20, 1948, in Hobbs, NM. He married the love of his life, Sherry Jolly, in 1968 after meeting her at New Mexico State University. He earned his B.S. and M.S. degrees in Agronomy and a Ph.D. in Plant Science at Montana State University. Dick was a 2nd Lieutenant with the 101st Airborne Infantry in Vietnam. Dick loved his career as a professional educator and researcher. He spent his early years on the faculty at the University of Idaho and his last 25 years at Texas Tech University. The highlight of Dick’s career was guiding his graduate students down their chosen path. Dick loved fishing, hunting, and working on his property at Lake Alan Henry. His hellacious sense of humor and kind soul were cherished by anyone who knew him. Dick was truly a humble man who enjoyed uplifting those around him. He was one of a kind, and those who knew him will never forget his graciousness and generosity.

In lieu of flowers donations can be made to Texas Tech University’s Agricultural Sciences and Natural Resources.

Dick wanted his final resting place to be the beautiful Vietnam Veterans Memorial in Angel Fire, NM. A military service for the family will be held there at a later date.

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Lubbock, TX 79424
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Saturday 10/5, 12:00 pm

It is with deep sorrow and much love that the family of Dr. Dick Auld announces his peaceful passing on September 30, 2024, at the age of 75. Dick will be lovingly remembered by his wife of 56 years, Sherry; daughters, Shannon and Shelly (Ben) Diaz; grandchildren, Eric (Nicole), Ryan, Madison, and Meghan; sister RosalindContinue Reading

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Loren, Bralie, Kelby, Travis and Deepika left a message on October 3, 2024:
Heaven just got better now with you in there! You will live in our hearts forever!
Dr. Zach Hinds left a message on October 2, 2024:
I wouldnt be the man I am today without your guidance. Youll never be forgotten.
Rey and Karla Roybal left a message on October 7, 2024:
We offer our deepest sympathies for the loss of Dick. When I last saw him last we were all cutting tree branches off of the tree next to Rene and Gingers mobile home in Tesuque. He was a very up lifting person and yes cracked a few jokes while we were loading branches on to the trailer. I was very happy to meet and talk with him that day. Rest in peace brother.
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Precious Memories!Dick was one of the BEST!
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Coopers: Barbara, Wain, Scott and Eric left a message on October 3, 2024:
Thank you Dick, for all our travels, memories, and stories we have shared together. What a time we all had! Especially the late night fishing.
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Anonymous left a message on October 3, 2024:
With deepest gratitude and respect for your friendship and mentorship. You will be missed, but not without the fondest of memories in remembrance.
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To a great mentor and best friend.
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