Obituaries
Beatrice Baeza Berzosa
Aug 11, 2025
Beatrice Berzosa, 60, of Odessa, Texas, passed away in her home on August 11, 2025.
Visitation will be from 3:00 pm – 7:00 pm on Sunday, August 17, 2025, at Iglesia Adventista del Séptimo Día, 2680 S. Highway 385, Odessa, Texas.
Funeral services will be held 10:00 a.m. on Monday, August 18, 2025, at Iglesia Adventista del Séptimo Día, 2680 S. Highway...
Joe Cook
Aug 9, 2025
In Loving Memory of Joe Cook
Joe Cook, born on October 4, 1942, was a beloved husband, father and friend who received his well-earned wings and went home to be with the Lord in Heaven on August 9, 2025.
He is survived by his devoted wife, Marsha Cook, the love of his life, with whom he shared an extraordinary journey filled with...
Fred Thomas 'Tom' McMinn Jr.
Aug 9, 2025
Fred Thomas “Tom” McMinn, Jr., passed away surrounded by his loving family on August 9, 2025, due to complications following surgery.
A true West Texan, Tom was born on January 6, 1952, in Odessa. He spent most of his childhood in Abilene before graduating from San Angelo Central High School in 1970. Two years later, he met his beloved wife, Annette,...
Robert Saldibar
Aug 7, 2025
Robert Saldibar - May 6, 1945 - August 7, 2025
A light has gone out in our community with the passing of Robert Saldibar, a man whose life was a testament to perseverance, faith, and an unwavering commitment to his family and community. He died peacefully at home on August 7, 2025, at the age of 80, in Odessa, Texas.
Born on...
RJ Brinlee
Aug 6, 2025
R.J Brinlee
R.J Brinlee ‘Pops’ was born on June 9th, 1934, in Collin County Texas into the excited arms of his parents, Raymond and Viva (Arrington) Brinlee.
He passed peacefully at the age of 91 from the arms of his loving and devoted family into the glorious and eternal arms of Jesus on August 6th, 2025.
A graveside service celebration of his long...
Robert Allen Powell
Aug 5, 2025
Robert (Bob) Allen Powell
12/24/1937-8/5/25
Passed away Peacefully at home surrounded by his loving wife and family.
Preceded in death by his parents, Leonard Allen Powell and Ruth Alice (Coker) Powell; brothers, Richard Powell, John Powell; sisters, Vivian Pfliger Gamble and Sue Crowder.
Survived by wife, Dee Powell of Odessa, TX; sons, Mike Powell (Diana) Odessa, TX, Richie Powell (Linda) Anson, TX; daughter, Charity...
Mary Alice Cedillos
Aug 3, 2025
Mary Alice Cedillos November 29, 1947 – August 3, 2025
Mary Alice Cedillos, a devoted pastor’s wife, loving spouse, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, passed away peacefully on Sunday, August 3, 2025, at the age of 77.
Born on November 29, 1947, Mary was known for her gentle spirit, steadfast faith, and deep love for her family. She was preceded in death by...
Michael Kole Osburn
Aug 2, 2025
Michael Kole Osburn, 17, of Goldsmith, Tx passed away on August 2, 2025.
Michael was born on January 25, 2008, in Odessa, Texas, to Michael and Amber Osburn. He attended Compass Academy Charter School, where he played both cornerback and outside linebacker, earning admiration and friendships with many of his classmates.
Michael accepted Jesus Christ as his lord and Savior as a...
Bobby Ray Franklin
Jul 31, 2025
Bobby Ray Franklin was born on September 23, 1942 to William and Dovie Franklin in McCamey, Texas. He was the youngest of three children.
His family moved to Eunice, New Mexico when he was in grade school. During his time there he was active on the football team helping the Eunice High School Cardinals win two New Mexico 2A State Championships....
Bebe Doris Shelton Kerr
Jul 29, 2025
Bebe Doris Shelton Kerr passed away peacefully in her home in Frisco, Texas, on July 29, 2025, at the age of 96. Born on February 24, 1929, in Hamlin, Texas, Bebe lived a full and vibrant life dedicated to family, faith, and service. She was surrounded in her final moments by her loving husband of over 74 years, Dan Kerr,...
Delfina Dale Jones
Jul 28, 2025
Delfina “Dale” Jones of Allen, Texas, passed away July 28, 2025 in Dallas, Texas. Funeral services will be held at 10:00 AM on Saturday, August 2, 2025 at Sunset Memorial Funeral Home with Father Joe Uecker officiating. Burial will follow at Sunset Memorial Gardens.
Dale Jones was born in Malaga, New Mexico to Ernest Naegele and Odelia (Lilly) Rios on January...
Lena Kirkland Mae Webb
Jul 23, 2025
Lena Kirkland Webb
June 20, 1942 – July 23, 2025
Lena Kirkland Webb of Richmond, Texas, formerly of Odessa, Texas, passed away on July 23, 2025, in Sugar Land, Texas, at the age of 83.
Visitation will be held on Friday, August 1, 2025, from 6:00 to 8:00 PM at Sunset Memorial Gardens & Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held at 1:00...
Robin Bennet
Jul 21, 2025
Robin Gray Bennett, 63, of Odessa, Texas, passed away peacefully on July 21, 2025, in the comfort of her home, surrounded by her loving family.
Robin was born on October 12, 1961, in Odessa to Martha Nell Chancy. She attended Odessa High School and married the love of her life, Mark Bennett, on December 27, 1996, in Odessa. A dedicated banker,...
Wesley Don Baird
Jul 18, 2025
Wesley Don Baird, 70, of Odessa, Texas, passed away peacefully at his home on July 18, 2025.
A true West Texan through and through, Wes was known for his grit, humor, and larger-than-life personality. He was the proud owner of Bulldog Iron & Metals until his retirement in 2020, having spent decades building a reputation as a hardworking and fair businessman.
Wes...
Ethel Anne Howard
Jul 16, 2025
Ethel Anne Howard, age 67, of Odessa, Texas, went home to be with her Lord, on July 16, 2025, in Odessa, Texas, after a lengthy illness.
Family will receive visitors between 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM, on Sunday, July 20, 2025, at Sunset Memorial Funeral Home.
Private Graveside Services will be held on Monday, July 21, 2025, with Donnie Rollie, officiating. The...
Grady Austin "Jerry" Wilkerson
Jul 16, 2025
GRADY AUSTIN (JERRY) WILKERSON
Grady Austin (Jerry) Wilkerson passed away at Courtyards Memory Care in Odessa, Texas on July 16, 2025. He was 99 years old (46 days from being 100 years old.)
Jerry was born in Forest, Mississippi on September 1, 1925 to Willie Harris & Ruby Wilkerson. After graduating from high school, he was drafted into active service in the...
Dana Sue Yandell Beazley
Jul 15, 2025
Dana Sue Yandell Beazley, after a short illness, went to meet our Lord on July 15, 2025.
She was born on May 11, 1951, in Levelland, Texas to Dan Howard Yandell and Margaret Fleming Yandell.
She is proceeded in death by her parents and half-sister Lyn Brewer.
Dana is survived by her husband of 45 years, Skip Beazley; her son, Ryan Beazley and...
Shirley Faye Brunette
Jul 13, 2025
Shirley Faye Brunette age 75 of Odessa, Texas passed away peacefully, Sunday, July 13, 2025, surrounded by her loving family.
Shirley was born in Odessa, Texas to Jim Cox and Verla Cox on January 1, 1950. She attended Odessa High School. She married David Brunette on March 18, 1967. They had five children who she adored. Shirley was a beautician for...
Jack Loyd Thompson
Jul 11, 2025
Jack Loyd Thompson
February 4, 1949 – July 11, 2025
Longtime resident of Odessa, Texas
Jack Loyd Thompson, 76, of Odessa, Texas, passed away on July 11, 2025, surrounded by loved ones. Born in Borger, Texas, to Kenneth Wayne Thompson Sr. and Vera Mae Hammett Thompson, Jack was a proud Christian man who lived his life with faith, love, and integrity.
He attended Permian...
Salvador Lopez Quiroz
Jul 9, 2025
It is with deep sorrow and great love that we announce the passing of Salvador Lopez Quiroz, who left this world on July 9, 2025, at Medical Center Hospital, surrounded by family.
Born on March 21, 1945, in Monterrey, Nuevo León, Salvador lived a life full of warmth, dedication and love for his family. He was a devoted husband to Maria...