Mickey Lynn Black

Mickey Lynn Black, 82, of Lubbock, Texas died on October 15, 2024, surrounded by family. Mickey was born on June 23, 1942 and grew up in Bronte, Texas. He graduated from Bronte High School in 1960. After transferring from Tarleton State University, he graduated from Texas Tech University in 1964 with a degree in Agricultural Economics. In the summer before his junior year of college, he began working for the Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS). While in college, he also participated in the Reserve Officer Training Corps (ROTC) and later served as a First Lieutenant in the U.S. Army from 1964 to 1966. His service took him to Maryland and Oklahoma, before he returned to Texas and continued working for the NRCS. At NRCS, he worked his way up from a Soil Conservationist to Assistant State Conservationist in the High Plains Region. In 2012, he retired after 50 years of service with the NRCS. His commitment, dedication, and hard work were recognized in 2003, when Texas Tech's College of Agricultural Sciences and Natural Resources honored him as a distinguished alumnus. Mickey continued managing the family ranch near Bronte throughout his life. He was a fan of rodeos and all Texas Tech athletics. Mickey was known for supporting his daughters and their activities, often coaching their sports teams. He spent decades coaching girls and womens slow-pitch softball, including the teams Lampe Green, Team Texas Green, and Team Texas Blast. He was part of more state championships than can be remembered. Mickey was preceded in death by his parents Osmo and Kathleen Black of Bronte, Texas. He is survived by his wife Marsha Black; his daughters Debbie Brownlow (Brian) and Kimberley Black; his grandchildren Hayley Wade (Taylor), Mickenzie Stone (Caleb), and Carson Brownlow; and Marsha's children, Traci Beard (Ryan); Grandchildren Ryland and Tessa; Toby Warden and Grandchildren Mallery, Owen and Connor. Mickey is also survived by a large loving family and many close friends. The family offers a heart-felt thank you to the staff of Adams House Assisted Living and Hospice of Lubbock for their excellent care and service. Visitation will be on Thursday, October 17, 2024, from 5:30-7:30 at Sanders Funeral Home in Lubbock, Texas. Services will be on Friday, October 18, 2024 at 10:00 a.m. in the Chapel of LakeRidge Methodist Church (4701 82nd Street) with Reverend Brian Brownlow officiating. Interment will follow at 3:00 p.m. at Fairview Cemetery in Bronte, Texas (S Franklin Street). Memorials may be sent to Hospice of Lubbock or a charity of your choice.

Mickey Lynn Black

June 23, 1942 - October 15, 2024