All Obituaries

Franky Gene Helton, age 87, of Odessa, TX, passed away on Thursday, January 23, 2020 in Odessa.  Franky was born July 13,1932 to Henry and Bessie Helton in Clarendon, TX. Franky served honorably in the United States Air Force during the Korean War. After his time in the service he met the love of his life, Beverly Durmas. They were married on February 3, 1957 in Andrews, TX. They raised 4 children together, Tammy Winkler, Torey Helton, Ricky Helton and Randy Helton.  Franky's...

Walter Christopher “Chris” Hiller III, age 55, of Odessa passed away Monday, January 20, 2020 in Odessa, Texas.  Memorial Services will be held 4 Pm, Friday, January 24,2020 at Sunset Memorial Funeral Home Chapel.  Chris was born in Odessa to W.C. and Janie Hiller on April 11, 1964.  He went to school at Odessa Christian, Nimitz, and Permian High where he graduated in 1982.  He also attended Odessa College.  Chris is preceded in death by his parents,...

Patricia Ann Stubbs, 67, passed away at her residence in Houston, TX on January 19, 2020. Ann was born in Odessa, TX on December 31, 1952 to Leland and Alice Stubbs.  She grew up enjoying sports such as racquetball, golf, tennis and softball.  She continued to enjoy watching sports, but the college Women’s Basketball in particular.  She enjoyed crafts and playing canasta. She was a 1971 graduate of Permian High School then graduated from several colleges/universities...

Diamantina “Tina” Sosa, age 89, of Odessa, TX passed away January 19, 2020.  Tina was born November 29, 1930 to Enrique Sanchez Sr. and Antonia Sanchez in Big Spring, TX.  She attended public schools in Big Spring and graduated from Big Spring High School in 1948.  After high school graduation, Tina attended training classes for nursing assistant. Tina married Tomas C. Sosa at St. Thomas/Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Big Spring, Texas and together they began...

Rita J. Yearwood, age 90, of Odessa, passed away on Friday, January 17, 2020 in Odessa, Texas. Visitation will be 6 PM – 8 PM, Wednesday, January 22, 2020 at Sunset Memorial Funeral Home.  The Recitation of the Rosary will be at 7 PM, Wednesday, January 22, 2020 at Sunset Memorial Funeral Home Chapel. The Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 3 PM, Thursday, January 23, 2020 at Holy Redeemer Catholic Church with Father Frank Chavez officiating.  Burial will follow at...

It is with sad and heavy hearts that we announce to you that Kathy Lynn Pounder has passed away after a very courageous battle with cancer on January 17, 2020.   She was born on January 2, 1956 in Snyder, Texas to Lawrence and Ruth Swann.  She married, Ian Pounder, the love of her life, in Oplin, Texas on July 24, 1999. Kathy was an incredible woman that loved her family deeply, almost as much as she loved her dogs.  It wasn't uncommon for her to call home saying...

Barbara John Branson went home to the Lord from her earthly home surrounded by her family and puppies on Friday, January 17, 2020. Barbara John Branson was born Lady Faith Barbara Atkins, to Temple and Lela Reigh Atkins on March 24, 1937 in Ada, OK.  She married Robert John Branson on June 3, 1963 in Las Vegas, NV.  She had two daughters, Mary Jeannette and Carmen Lynette.  She held a Bachelor of Arts and a Bachelor of Education with an emphasis on bilingual education. ...

James Bruce Atkinson, 65, passed away January 15, 2020 in Odessa, Texas. Visitation will be 11:00 Am to 1:00 PM on Saturday, January 18, 2020 at Sunset Memorial Funeral Home.  Funeral Services will be at 1:00 PM, Saturday, January 18, 2020 with Reverend Dr. Jimmy Braswell officiating.  James was born in Chickasha, Oklahoma to Trevor and Julie on November 16, 1954.  He went to school at Odessa High School.  He excelled in all sports and was offered a pitching position...

The Honorable Judge H. Joseph “Joe” Connally, of Odessa, Texas, passed away at his home Tuesday, January 14, 2020, at the age of 84. He was known for his love and great knowledge of the law, and his fair and balanced legal opinions.   Joe was born July 15, 1935, in San Angelo, Texas, to Herschel Christian and Hazel Corinne (Faris) Connally. As a boy, he was greatly influenced by distant relative, Senator Tom Connally, who visited the Connally home while...

ODESSA, TEXAS - Margaret Daphne Hansen Anderegg, age 87, of Odessa went home to Heaven on Tuesday, January 14, 2020. A Memorial Service will be held on Sunday, January 19, 2020 at 2:00 PM, at Sunset Memorial Gardens and Funeral Home, 6801 E 1-20 Business (6801 E. Highway 80) Odessa, Texas 79762, with Reverend Dr. Jimmy Braswell officiating. Margaret was born in Waukenabo Township, Aiken County, Minnesota to Charles George & Henrietta Hansen on March 6, 1932.  She was the seventh...