Obituaries

Jun 29, 2025

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Jun 28, 2025

Wanda Lyle Payne, born in Carlisle, TX on June 23, 1931, went to be with her Lord on Saturday, June 28, 2025. She left behind a family that loved her dearly.

She was preceded in death by her husband Billy Gene Payne and her parents, Marvin and Bonnie Prindle, her two sisters Fern Wagner and Elizabeth Timms.

Those left to cherish her...

Jun 27, 2025

Alicia Domínguez Molinar, de 78 años, originaria de Odessa, Texas, falleció el 27 de junio de 2025 en Odessa, Texas.

La velación se llevará a cabo el lunes 30 de junio de 2025 de 1:00 PM a 8:00 PM; el rosario se rezará el mismo lunes de 7:00 p.m. a 8:00 p.m. en Sunset Memorial Gardens and Funeral Home.

Los servicios funerarios...

Jun 26, 2025

Isidoro Calzada Jr, 78, of Sanderson, TX, passed away on June 26, 2025 in Odessa, TX Rosary will be 10:00 am Monday July 7, 2025 at St James Catholic Church in Sanderson, TX followed by a celebration of mass at 11:00 am with the reverend Francis Njoku officiating. Burial will follow at Santa Rita Cemetery in Sanderson, TX. Arrangements are by...

Jun 23, 2025

Our little angel, Jaxon Joe Navarrette, was called to heaven on June 23, 2025. Even though his time on Earth was brief, the love he provided his family will last a lifetime.

His great-grandparents Jose D. Navarrette Sr., Gustavo Gonzalez, Ausencia Marin, Benito Castorena, and Reynaldo Martinez, as well as his big sister Zoe, were all waiting for him in heaven...

Jun 20, 2025

Jun 19, 2025

Collins Rice, a devoted husband, father, grandfather, brother, and proud West Texan, passed away peacefully on Thursday, June 19, 2025, at the age of 71. Born on January 7, 1954, in Odessa, Texas, Collins lived a life rooted in love, loyalty, and quiet service to others.

He was the son of Rebecca Madlyn Rice and Clyde Charleston Rice and a lifelong...

Jun 18, 2025

With heavy hearts and immense love, we share the unexpected passing of Robert “Robby” William Massey—our cherished son, brother, uncle, grandson, and friend—who left us too soon on June 18, 2025, at the age of 24, due to complications related to a past seizure disorder.

Robby Massey was born on March 22, 2001, in Odessa, Texas, to Robert “Bobby” Wayne Massey...

Jun 16, 2025

The world lost a truly bright light with the passing of Kathy Jane Jones on June 16, 2025, at the age of 76. A caring wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, Kathy's kind heart and zest for life touched everyone she met. Born in Delano, CA, on July 23, 1948, Kathy grew up in California, Texas, and Louisiana – graduating...

Jun 15, 2025

Thomas “Tommy” Webb, 64, of Odessa, Texas, passed away on June 15, 2025. He will be remembered as a loving husband, devoted father, and grandfather, and a friend to all who knew him.

A visitation will be held on Wednesday, June 18, 2025, from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM at Sunset Memorial Funeral Home. Funeral services will follow on Thursday, June...

Jun 14, 2025

March 10, 1935 – June 14, 2025

Roy Smotherman, 90, of Odessa, Texas, passed away peacefully on June 14, 2025. Born on March 10, 1935, in Mountain View, Missouri, to Roy Granvelle and Mary Ellen Smotherman, Roy spent his formative years in San Antonio, where he graduated from Edison High School.

Roy began his working life driving a bread route for Rainbow...

Jun 12, 2025

James Henry Gilliland III of Odessa, Tx was called home by The Father on June 12, 2025. There will be a service in his honor on June 18th at 2pm at Sunset Memorial Gardens & Funeral Home Chapel.

Jim was born in Tulsa, OK to James and LaRue Gilliland on February 15, 1941. He was a graduate of Odessa High School...

Jun 12, 2025

Raquel Rivas, 54, of Odessa TX, Passed away on Thursday, June 12, 2025, in Odessa, Texas.

Visitation will be on Monday, June 16, 2025, from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM at Sunset Memorial Funeral Home.

 The Recitation of the Rosary will be at 7:00 PM at Sunset Memorial Funeral Home.

Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Tuesday, June 17, 2025, at...

Jun 11, 2025

Celebration of Life for Donna Jeanne Springer, 73, of Odessa will be at 10:00 AM, Wednesday, June 25, 2025, at Odessa Bible Church in Odessa with Pastor Ty Coke officiating. Visitation will be Tuesday, June 24, 2025, from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM at Odessa Bible Church.

Donna passed away June 11, 2025, at 11:00 AM at Midland Memorial Hospital in...

Jun 5, 2025

With heavy hearts and deep love, we announce the passing of our beautiful mother Martha Lydia Molinar on June 5, 2025. Born in Odessa, Texas, to Dolorez and Lydia Acosta Molinar. Martha lived a life marked by devotion — to her family, her community, and above all, her faith in God.

Martha was a woman of unwavering belief and spiritual strength....

Jun 1, 2025

Joe McIntosh (Mac) Sanders

Mac Sanders, 49, of Odessa, passed away on June 1, 2025, due to complications of diabetes. Mac was born on September 12, 1975, in Arlington, Texas. He was the first child born to Joe Mac and Katherine (Jones) Sanders.

He became a permanent Odessa resident at the age of three and he never left. He attended Gonzales Elementary,...

May 31, 2025

Linda Fay Crump, 80 years old, passed away peacefully Saturday, May 31, 2025, in Odessa. Texas.

Visitation will be from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM, Wednesday, June 4, 2025, at Sunset Memorial Funeral Home in Odessa.

Graveside services will be held at 10:00 AM, Thursday June 5, 2025, at Sunset Memorial Gardens with Pastor Jon Hendricks officiating.

Linda was born in Dodson, Texas,...

May 31, 2025

Mario Moralez, Sr., 76, of Odessa, Texas, passed away on Saturday, May 31, 2025, in Odessa, Texas.

Visitation will be Tuesday, June 3, 2025, between 6pm and 8pm at Sunset Memorial Gardens & Funeral Home. The Rosary will be Tuesday, June 3, 2025, at 7pm at Sunset Memorial Gardens & Funeral Home.

Funeral services will be held at 10am on Wednesday, June...

May 26, 2025

Sherri Lee Brooks, age 64, of Odessa, Texas, went to be with the Lord on Monday, May 26, 2025, peacefully in her home surrounded by her loving family. She was born March 9, 1961, in Hobbs, New Mexico, and was later adopted by her loving mother and father, the late Don and Bes Castleman.

Sherri is survived and missed by her...

May 25, 2025

Katalina Almanza of Odessa, Texas passed away on May 25, 2025, in Richardson, Texas.

Her rosary will be Monday June 2, 2025, at 7:00 PM. Visitation will be from 12-8:00PM on Monday. Funeral Service will be Tuesday June 3, 2025, at 3:00 PM in the Chapel at Sunset Funeral Home. Deacon Mike Hernandez at St. Ann’s Catholic Church, Midland, Texas, will...