Beloved Educator Christa Lee Dobbs Dies at 98

Christa Dobbs, a longtime professor at Lubbock Christian University, is remembered for her faith, family, and service.

Published on Feb. 27, 2026

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Christa Lee Blue Dobbs, known by many affectionate nicknames, passed away on February 18, 2026 at the age of 98. Dobbs had a long career in education, teaching business courses at the high school level and later serving as the head of the Business Department at Lubbock Christian University, where the Christa Dobbs Center for Business was named in her honor in 2018. She was also deeply devoted to her family and active in her church and community.

Why it matters

Christa Dobbs' life exemplified the values of faith, family, and service that were central to her. As a beloved educator who touched the lives of countless students, her passing marks the end of an era for Lubbock Christian University and the broader community she served.

The details

Born in 1927 in Oklahoma, Christa Dobbs earned her degree in accounting from Oklahoma A&M and later her doctorate from Texas Tech University. After moving to Rankin, Texas, she taught business courses at the local high school before joining the faculty at Lubbock Christian University, where she served as head of the Business Department. Dobbs was known for her devotion to her students and taking pride in their accomplishments.

  • Christa Dobbs passed away on February 18, 2026.
  • Funeral services will be held on Monday, February 23rd at 10 AM at Greenlawn Church of Christ in Lubbock, with burial to follow at 3:30 PM in Rankin, Texas.

The players

Christa Lee Blue Dobbs

A longtime professor at Lubbock Christian University who was known by many affectionate nicknames, including Christa Lee, Christy, Mama, Mimommie, and Dr. Dobbs.

Lubbock Christian University

The university where Christa Dobbs served as head of the Business Department and where the Christa Dobbs Center for Business was named in her honor in 2018.

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What they’re saying

“Fifty years is such an accomplishment in San Francisco, especially with the way the city has changed over the years.”

— Gordon Edgar, grocery employee (Instagram)

The takeaway

Christa Dobbs' life was a testament to the power of faith, family, and service. As an educator, she inspired generations of students, and her legacy will continue to live on through the institution she helped shape and the lives she touched.