Obituaries

Jan 1, 2022

Teri Lynn Simpkins Whitaker, 65, of Odessa, Texas, passed away on Thursday, August 4, 2022, in Odessa, TX, with her loving husband was by her side.

Viewing will be held Monday, August 8, 2022, at Sunset Memorial Funeral Home from 4:00 PM-8:00 PM.

A graveside service will be held at 10:00...

Jan 1, 2022

Millie Wester Ward, 77, of Kermit, TX passed away on January 1, 2022, and was welcomed into Heaven.

Funeral Services will be held at 2:00 PM, Saturday, January 8, 2022, at Sunset Memorial Funeral Home Chapel with Reverend Dudley Mullins of First Baptist Church Kermit officiating. Burial will follow at Sunset Memorial Gardens. Visitation will...

Jan 1, 2022

Hector Juarez, age 9, of Odessa, passed away August 8, 2022. He was born December 28, 2012, in Odessa Texas.

He attended school at Barbara Jordon Elementary in Odessa. A lively, goofy child. Hector was known to be silly and could make you smile and laugh.

Hector is survived by his parents Gerardo and Jovanni....

Dec 31, 2021

Johnnie Bess Anderson left her home here on Earth, Thursday, December 31, 2021.

Funeral Services will be held at 1:00 PM, Thursday, January 6, 2022, at Sunset Memorial Funeral Home with Reverend Terry Pugh officiating.  Burial will follow at Sunset Memorial Gardens.

Johnnie was born in Andrews, Texas to C.H. (Heavy)...

Dec 28, 2021

Jay Junior Doyle, 99, passed away on December 28, 2021, in Odessa, Texas.

Graveside Services will be held at 2:00 PM, Monday, January 3, 2022, at Sunset Memorial Gardens Cemetery, in Odessa, Texas.

Jay is survived by his wife of 78 years, Georgia Irene Doyle; two daughters, Shirley Ragan and husband...

Dec 28, 2021

Jeffrey Glen Raines, 52, of Gardendale, passed away on December 28, 2021, in Odessa, Texas.

Visitation will be from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM, Monday, January 3, 2022, at Sunset Memorial Funeral Home.

Funeral Services will be held at 3:00 PM, Tuesday, January 4, 2022, at Sunset Memorial Funeral Home, with...

Dec 27, 2021

Donald Raymond Winkler, 71, of Odessa, Texas passed away from this earth and gained his angel wings on Monday, December 27, 2021, in Odessa, Texas.

Donald was born in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma on January 25, 1950, to Betty and Jack Winkler; he spent parts of life in Oklahoma, New Mexico, and Texas, and much of his life in Odessa, Texas.

At the age of 18 he enlisted in the United States Army.  After Basic Training, he was shipped to Vietnam, where he served 4 years.  Donald married and was blessed with 8 children whom he cherished.

Donald became a Master Plumber in 1990. He had many customers who would wait days for him. Donald was an extremely caring father to his children and a fun loving “Grandpa” to his...

Dec 25, 2021

Mickey (Micaela) Abalos left us to go with the angels on Christmas Day.

She was the most loving wife, mother, and grandmother; known to us all as “Mommy.” Her life was devoted to her family whom she loved dearly and lived her life in service of them. She never hesitated to go where she was...

Dec 25, 2021

Michael Wayne Anthony "Mike", 65, passed away December 25, 2021, at Medical Center Hospital.

He was born in Lockhart, TX, on August 27, 1956, the son of James and Melva Anthony.

Visitation will be from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM, Wednesday, December 29, 2021, at Sunset Memorial Funeral Home.

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Dec 24, 2021

Danny Eugene Jaeger, 75, of Odessa, Texas passed away in the comfort of his own home on December 24, 2021, in Odessa, Texas.

Visitation will be from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM, Monday, January 3, 2022, at Sunset Memorial Funeral Home.

Graveside Services will be held at 1:00 PM, Tuesday, January...

Dec 23, 2021

Roy Darrel Hunt, age 72, of Odessa, Texas, passed away Thursday, December 23, 2021.

Funeral services will be held at Crossroads Fellowship Church at 1PM on Thursday, December 30, 2021, with the Reverend Griffin Jones officiating. Burial will be private. Arrangements are by Sunset Memorial Gardens and Funeral Home.

Roy was...

Dec 23, 2021

Martha Elizabeth Davidson Boyd, age 90, of Odessa passed away at her home on December 23, 2021, surrounded by those who loved her.

Services are scheduled for Wednesday, December 29 at Sunset Memorial Chapel with Pastor Harry Irwin of Sherwood Baptist Church officiating.  Burial will follow at Sunset Memorial Gardens.

Martha...

Dec 22, 2021

Gordon Ervin, age 65, of Odessa, Texas passed away on December 22, 2021.

He was born to Jerry and Connie Ervin on June 18, 1956, in Odessa, Texas.

Preceding Gordon in death is his wife, Penny Ervin; father, Jerry Ervin; and mother, Connie Ervin of Odessa, Texas.

Gordon is survived by...

Dec 20, 2021

Sheila Fay (De Soto) Thompson, age 69, of Odessa, Texas, stepped into glory December 20, 2021, at Medical Center Hospital with her faithful, loving husband at her side. She fought a long battle with cancer until God called her home.

Sheila was born May 30, 1952, in Hobbs, New Mexico. She earned her bachelor’s degree...

Dec 19, 2021

An obituary is not available at this time for William (Walter) Jones. We welcome you to provide your thoughts and memories on our Tribute Wall.

Dec 18, 2021

Walter Leon “Skip” Chorney passed away December 18, 2021, in the comfort of his home surrounded by his loved ones.

Walter Leon Chorney was born in Elmira, NY on August 11, 1946, to Walter Chorney and Katherine Proko Chorney.

He graduated from Thomas A. Edison High School in 1964, then attended...

Dec 17, 2021

Everett Patrick “Pat” Pounds, age 79, passed away on December 17, 2021.

Pat was born on March 17, 1942, in Houston, Texas to parents Everett and Marcell Pounds (decease).  Pat is also preceded in death by his beloved stepfather, Dug Sutton.

Pat is survived by his beloved wife, Patsy Boner Pounds...

Dec 14, 2021

Gloria Dianne Phillips, 72, of Odessa, TX, passed away on December 14, 2021, in Odessa.

Visitation will be 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM, Thursday, December 16, 2021, at Sunset Memorial Funeral Home.

Funeral services will be held 3:00 PM, Friday, December 17, 2021, at Sunset Memorial Funeral Home with Pastor Mike...

Dec 14, 2021

Jeanna Beth Wood, of Odessa, Texas, devoted mother, and friend to numerous people, entered into eternal rest on Tuesday, December 14, 2021.

She was born in Sweetwater, Texas on August 5, 1941.  Moving to Odessa, Texas with her parents, where she graduated at Odessa High School.

Left to cherish her memory...

Dec 13, 2021

Dorothy Bell McKelvey, age 95, passed away December 13, 2021, in Arlington, Texas.

Dorothy was born in Wichita Falls, Texas on July 5, 1926, to Bernice Caple Bell and James Ray Bell. She graduated from Texas Christian University in 1947 where she met her husband, Otis C. McKelvey. They were married on August 23, 1947,...