Obituaries

Robert "Bobby" Waldron Martin

Robert "Bobby" Waldron Martin

Jul 4, 2025

In Loving Memory of Bobby Waldron Martin

Bobby Waldron Martin, a devoted husband, cherished father, and beloved friend, passed away on July 4th, 2025, at the age of 46. His gentle spirit, unwavering love for his family, and passion for the great outdoors will be forever remembered by his Family and friends.

Born on March 23, 1979, in Andrews, Texas but grew...

Amanda Lee Martin

Amanda Lee Martin

Jul 4, 2025

Amanda Lee Martin went home to her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on July 4, 2025. She was born on September 25, 1980, in Durant, Oklahoma. She attended school in Odessa, Texas, graduating from Permian High School in 1999. She married the love of her life Bobby Martin, and together they had a blended family of four beautiful children. Amanda...

Jayda Christeel Floyd

Jayda Christeel Floyd

Jul 4, 2025

Jayda Christeel Floyd, 22, of Odessa, Texas passed away July 4, 2025, in Kerr County.

Visitation will be at Sunset Memorial Gardens on Thursday, July 24, 2025, 5:00 PM -8:00 PM.

Funeral services will be held at 1:00 PM, at Crossroads, 6901 TX-191 Frontage, Odessa, Texas Friday, July 25, 2025, with Pastor Larry Elder of Hope Community Church officiating. Burial will follow...

Bailey James Martin

Bailey James Martin

Jul 4, 2025

Bailey James Martin, aged 23, of Odessa, TX passed away on July 04, 2025 in the tragic floods of Kerrville, TX while camping with family.

A celebration of Bailey’s life with ceremonial honors will be held at 10:00 am on July 18, 2025 at First Baptist Church with Wally Schiwart, officiating. A private burial will follow at Sunset Memorial Gardens courtesy...

Anthony Tarango

Anthony Tarango

Jul 4, 2025

Anthony Tarango, age 22, of Odessa, Texas, passed away on July 4, 2025, in Oklahoma City.

Visitation will be held Friday, July 11,2025, from 6:00 to 8:00 PM at Sunet Memorial Funeral Home.

Funeral Services will be held Saturday, July 12, 2025, at 4:00 PM, at Sunset Memorial Funeral Home, officiated by Pastor Cliff DeArmond of Hope Alive Church.

Anthony was born in...

Lela Mae Daly Lilly

Lela Mae Daly Lilly

Jul 4, 2025

Our precious mother Lela Mae Daly Lilly, 94 years old, passed away peacefully on July 4, 2025, in Odessa, Texas. She was born to Earl E. Anderson and Bertha Mae Pace Anderson on April 30, 1931, in Melrose, New Mexico. Lela married Charles E. Daly on July 23, 1949, and he preceded her in death in 1981. Several years later,...

James Leonard Jones Jr.

James Leonard Jones Jr.

Jul 3, 2025

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of James Leonard Jones Jr., who departed this life on July 3, 2025, at the age of 91. Leonard was born on May 27, 1934, in Doniphan, Missouri to Bertha and James Jones Sr.

Leonard was a dedicated husband to Norma Jones, his loving wife of 65 years and a devoted...

Velma Galindo

Velma Galindo

Jun 29, 2025

Velma Galindo was a beloved grandmother, mother, and wife during her incredible 67 years of life. She passed away peacefully and suddenly on Sunday, June 29, 2025, at her home in Odessa, Texas. She was born to Jesse and Olivia Sanchez in Del Rio, Texas on December 26, 1957; the oldest of six children. Velma met the love of her...

Dewayne Kenneth Phillips

Dewayne Kenneth Phillips

Jun 28, 2025

Dewayne Kenneth Phillips, age 95 of San Marcos, Texas slipped his earthly bonds and entered into the Kingdom of God, Saturday, June 28, 2025. He was born July 14, 1929, in Graham, Texas.

Dewayne was a beloved husband, father and grandfather. A man of many interests and endeavors, he was a member of the US Air Force, a lifelong learner, mathematician,...

Wanda Lyle Payne

Wanda Lyle Payne

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...

Alicia Dominguez Molinar

Alicia Dominguez Molinar

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...

Isidoro Calzada Jr.

Isidoro Calzada Jr.

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...

Jaxon Joe Navarrette

Jaxon Joe Navarrette

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...

Jackie Neill Rogge

Jackie Neill Rogge

Jun 20, 2025

It is with heavy hearts and immense love that we share the unexpected passing of Jackie Rogge, age 68. Jackie passed away after a long and well lived life. Jackie enjoyed his Fox news, spending time with friends, and telling old pipeline stories. He loved riding his Harley and enjoyed playing golf as often as he could. He spent many...

Collins Rice

Collins Rice

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...

Robert William "Robby" Massey

Robert William "Robby" Massey

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...

Kathy Jane Jones

Kathy Jane Jones

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...

Thomas "Tommy" Webb

Thomas "Tommy" Webb

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...

Roy Smotherman

Roy Smotherman

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...

James "Jim" Henry Gilliland III

James "Jim" Henry Gilliland III

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...