Obituaries

Oct 29, 2026

Leonard Herbert "Herb" Morgan, age 92, passed away peacefully at his home on October 29, 2026, surrounded by his family. He has gone from this earth to heaven and is now joyfully reunited with his beloved wife, Ann, whom he had dearly missed since her passing.

Herb was born October 27, 1934, to Thomas and Flo Morgan in Yoakum, Texas. He...

Nov 1, 2026

Oct 30, 2026

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Oct 19, 2026

Constance Ann Rehders Phillips “Connie” passed away on Oct 19, 2026, in Odessa, TX

A Celebration of Life will be held on Nov 21, 2026, at 10:00 AM at Bethany Christian Church 4522 N. Everglade Ave, Odessa, TX 79762 with Jimmy Braswell officiating.

Connie Rehders Phillips was born in Carlsbad, NM to Bill and Louise Rehders on July 1, 1943. She attended...

Oct 22, 2026

Jesus “Jessie” Cervantez was called home on Thursday, October 22, 2026, in Odessa, Texas, leaving behind a legacy of laughter, love, and unforgettable stories.

A celebration of Jessie’s life will begin with a visitation on Thursday, October 29, 2026, from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM at Sunset Memorial Gardens & Funeral Home in Odessa. Funeral services will be held at 10:00...

Oct 19, 2026

Ruby Lee Davis Bagley, age 81, went home to be with the Lord on October 19th, 2026.

Ruby (AKA Mamaw) was preceded in death by the love of her life of 60+ years, James Lloyd Bagley and her parents Dayton A. Davis and Clara Lee Lewallen Davis; three brothers, Dalton, Doyle and Alton; three sisters, Audie Mae, Aline and Nettie Ruth.

Ruby...

Oct 17, 2026

Beverly Ann (Rankin) Spooner was born to Horace H Rankin and Opal (Jones) Rankin on February 15, 1935, in Midland, TX and passed away October 17, 2026 in Odessa, TX

Ann was raised on a ranch in Mullin, TX then her senior year her parents moved to Burnet, TX where she graduated. After graduation she went to Austin, where she attended...

Oct 16, 2026

Jay Harvey Lindsey, 79, of Odessa, Texas, passed away on October 16, 2026.

Jay was born on July 17, 1947, in Ector County, Texas, to James Harvey Lindsey and Bobbie Joann Lindsey. He was preceded in death by his father, James Harvey Lindsey, on August 13, 2006, and his mother, Bobbie Joann Lindsey, on August 25, 2019.

Jay was a devoted husband,...

Oct 14, 2026

Carol Elaine Mayo Steakley passed away peacefully at the Steakley Ranch on October 14, 2026. She was born October 17, 1947, to Billie Carroll Mayo and Bobbie Jeanne Brown, in Pritchett, Colorado. She was 2nd oldest of six children. Her father moved the family across Colorado and Wyoming for work. Finally, they settled in Arvada, Colorado. She attended Abraham Lincoln...

Oct 8, 2026

Sandra Sue Stalik, 77, of Odessa, Texas, passed away Thursday, October 8, 2026, surrounded by loved ones.

Sandra was born May 10, 1949, in Odessa to Harold Lee Routh and Emma Thackerson Routh. She attended Ector High School and began her professional career as a secretary and legal assistant. She later earned a Bachelor of Arts in Education from the University...

Oct 6, 2026

Jessie J. “Jess” Callendar, 91, of Odessa, Texas passed away peacefully on October 6, 2026, surrounded by his loving family.

Jess, or “Pa” as he was known to those who loved him, was born on March 18, 1935, in Duncan, Oklahoma to William “Bill” and Alice Callendar. He graduated from Kress High School in 1953 and served in the United States...

Oct 5, 2026

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Oct 3, 2026

Bruce Day, 70, of Gardendale passed away on Oct. 3, 2026.

Visitation will be at Sunset Memorial Gardens from 12 pm to 2 pm on Friday Oct. 9, 2026. The Celebration of Life will start at 2pm and the interment will follow the Celebration of Life at Sunset Memorial Gardens.

Bruce was bon in Hobbs N.M. to Jack and Wilma Day. He...

Sep 28, 2026

Connie Ann Thames, 79, of Odessa, Texas, residing in Midland, Texas, passed away peacefully on September 28, 2026.

Connie was born in Odessa, Texas, on September 12, 1947, to Chester “Check” Stephens and Anna Dell (Partain) Stephens. She graduated from Odessa High School.

In January 1968, Connie married Frankie Garrett, who preceded her in death. Together, they had three children. When her...

Sep 24, 2026

Obituary for Francisco "Frank" Marquez

Francisco "Frank" Marquez, lovingly known to many as Kiko, was born on August 20, 1936, in Vado de Piedra, Mexico. He entered the world alongside his twin brother (Bernardo), and together they were affectionately known as the "Cuates," a special bond that remained a cherished part of his story throughout his life. Surrounded by the love...

Sep 24, 2026

Karen Bownds Thornhill, of Odessa Tx, passed away on September 24th 2026 in Odessa.

Memorial services will be held on October 3 at 2 P.M. with Wally Schiwart of New Dawn Fellowship, officiating.

Karen Bownds Thornhill was born in Odessa, Texas to Ira and Bessie Bownds. She graduated from Permian high school and later received her Bachelors from UTPB. She was married...

Sep 23, 2026

Donnie Lee Murray, of Odessa, Texas, passed away peacefully on September 23, 2026, at the age of 94. Don had a life filled with passion, adventure, and love. He was an avid outdoorsman and found joy in fishing, hunting, golfing, and traveling. He lived each day to the fullest and treasured his family and friends.

He was born in Lamesa, Texas,...

Sep 22, 2026

Adan Luna went home to be with the Lord on September 22, 2026, at the age of 77.

Adan was born on September 10, 1949, in Alpine, Texas and made his home in Odessa. At 23, he was baptized and gave his life to Christ. That faith was the center of everything he did for the rest of his life.

Adan proudly...

Sep 18, 2026

Eddie L. Thompson, 88, of Odessa, passed away peacefully on September 18, 2026.

Visitation will be held Monday, September 21, 2026, from 6:00–7:00 p.m. at Sunset Memorial Gardens. Funeral services will be held Tuesday, September 22, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. at Asbury Methodist Church, with burial to follow at Sunset Memorial Gardens.

Eddie was born in Throckmorton, Texas, to E.L. and Lottie...

Sep 17, 2026

Sharon Omachel

June 27, 1957 – September 17, 2026

Odessa

Sharon Elizabeth (Hammond) Omachel, 69, of Michigan, passed away on Thursday September 17, 2026, in Odessa, TX.

Funeral services will be held at 10:30 am on Friday October 9, 2026, at Redeemer Lutheran Church Odessa with Pastor Erik Stadler of Redeemer Lutheran Church Odessa, officiating.

Arrangements are by Sunset Funeral Home.

Sharon Elizabeth Omachel was born...