Obituaries

RJ Brinlee

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

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

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

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

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

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

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...

Lyndon "Lyn" Domsten

Lyndon "Lyn" Domsten

Jul 26, 2025

Lyndon Domsten, 61, of Odessa, Texas, went home peacefully in his sleep to the arms of Jesus on July 26, 2025, and was joyfully reunited with his beloved daughter, Alissa, after nearly 20 years apart. We can only imagine the huge hug she gave him before excitedly leading him on an unforgettable tour of Heaven.

A Celebration of Life service will...

Lena Kirkland Mae Webb

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

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

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...

Edwin Walter Higgs

Edwin Walter Higgs

Jul 16, 2025

Edwin Walter Higgs, 61, passed away on July 16, 2025 in League City, Texas.

Funeral services will be held 10am, Saturday, September 20, 2025 at Sunset Memorial Gardens with Reverend Dr. Jimmy Braswell, officiating.

Arrangements are by Sunset Memorial Gardens and Funeral Home.

Edwin was born in Malden, Massachusetts to Jeanne Stetson and Earl Higgs, Jr. on March 5, 1964.

He went to school...

Ethel Anne Howard

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

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

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

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

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

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...

Wanda Lou Mims

Wanda Lou Mims

Jul 6, 2025

Wanda Lou “Granny” Mims May 10, 1937 – July 6, 2025

Wanda Lou Mims, lovingly called “Granny” by not just her family but by so many whose lives she touched, passed peacefully into the arms of her Savior on July 6, 2025, at the age of 88. Born in Bells, Texas, on May 10, 1937, Wanda lived a life marked by...

Brenda Carol Simpson Nail

Brenda Carol Simpson Nail

Jul 5, 2025

Brenda Carol Simpson Nail (aged 84)

Brenda was born in McCamey, TX on December 15th in 1940. Her parents were Willard and Maxine Simpson, both originally from Tipton, Oklahoma.

Brenda moved to Odessa, TX when she was in seventh grade starting school at Bowie Junior High and as a ninth grader was part of the first cohort of students in 1955 at...