Obituaries
Alicia Bustamantes
Mar 9, 2025
Alicia Bustamantes, the matriarch of our family and a woman with a personality as bold as her love was deep, passed away Sunday, March 9, 2025, at 72. She was a force to be reckoned with—honest, hilarious, and always unapologetically herself. Her sharp observations could catch you off guard, often leaving a room full of laughter in her wake.
Born to...
F. Wade Smith
Feb 28, 2025
F. Wade Smith, age 66, passed away February 28, 2025, In Monahans, Texas.
There will be no services held.
Wade Smith was born in Denver City, Texas to Clyde and Ruth Ann Smith on May 29, 1959.
He went to school in Monahans, Texas. He was married to Jeanette Smith (Hill) on January 22, 2003, in Monahans, Texas. He worked at Halliburton until...
Francisca Rodriguez Ruiz
Feb 27, 2025
Francisca Rodriguez Ruiz, passed away on Thursday, February 27, 2025, in Odessa, Texas, at the age of 79. She was born on May 11, 1945, in Ojinaga, Chihuahua, Mexico to Guillermo and Manuela Rodriguez.
Francisca devoted her life to creating a loving home, often described as the glue that held her family together. Her passion for gardening, watering the yard, and...
Leonel Armando Miranda
Feb 23, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Leonel Armando Miranda, beloved husband, father, and grandfather, who left us peacefully on February 23, 2025, at the age of 67. Leonel was born on July 2, 1957, in Meoqui, Mexico, to Jesus and Josefa Miranda, where his journey began—a journey colored with love, laughter, and countless memories.
Leonel is...
Donald G. Todd
Feb 21, 2025
Donald Gene Todd, 87, passed away very peacefully on February 21, 2025, in San Angelo, Texas. He was born on September 16, 1937, to Ray and Lavelle (Belue) Todd in Eunice, New Mexico.
Don graduated from Hobbs High School in Hobbs, New Mexico in 1955. He served in the US Navy, working in Naval Intelligence, serving in San Francisco, California, and...
Oralia Franco Kinsey
Feb 16, 2025
Oralia Franco Kinsey, 68, of Monahans, Texas passed away peacefully on February 16,2025.
Oralia Kinsey was born in Monahans, Texas to Reymundo and Sabina Franco on October 3,1956. Oralia is preceded in death by her daughter Ashley Kinsey Camden, her parents Reymundo and Sabrina Franco, and brother Ismael Franco.
Oralia is survived by her daughter On’e Ann Franco, and her four sisters...
Robert "Bob" Covington
Feb 16, 2025
We are heartbroken to announce the passing of Robert “Bob” Aaron Covington, who left us on February 16, 2025, at the age of 60. Born on May 19, 1964, in Monahans, Texas, Robert lived a life full of joy, laughter, and community spirit. He was a true people person and a beloved member of the Monahans community.
Robert was known for...
Daniel Pipkin
Feb 11, 2025
Daniel “Dan” R. Pipkin, 70, of Monahans, Tx road through Heaven’s gates on February 11, 2025.
He was born May 22, 1954, in Nashville, TN to Willie Jean Dickerson (mother). He spent most of his childhood in Roseburg, OR raised by Willie and her spouse, James Pipkin. At the age of 17, Dan joined the Army where he proudly served in...
James Marlow
Feb 5, 2025
It is with great sadness that the family of James Marlow announce his passing on Wednesday February 5, 2025, at the age of 64.
James was born in San Diego, California in 1961 and moved to Monahans with his family around 1969. Upon graduating Monahans High School in 1979, James enlisted in the United States Navy and successfully completed the Naval...
Melvin Leroy Case
Feb 5, 2025
On February 5, 2025, Melvin LeRoy Case, Sr. passed from this earth at his home surrounded by his son and granddaughters. LeRoy was born on December 18, 1938, in Worland, WY to Leo and Doris Case. He married Dean Hash on February 8, 1964, and to that union was born a son, Melvin LeRoy Case, Jr. Years later, after Dean’s...
Cristina Primera
Jan 31, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Cristina Rey Primera, who left this world peacefully on January 31, 2025, at the age of 97. Born on July 24, 1927, in Presidio, Texas, to Carmen Gonzales Rey and Catalina Fuentes Rey. Cristina enriched the lives of all who knew her during her remarkable journey.
Cristina devoted herself to...
Porfirio Garcia
Jan 31, 2025
Porfirio Garcia, 79, of Monahans, passed away on Friday January 31, 2025, peacefully in his home.
Porfirio was born in Terlingua, Texas to Matilde and Teodora Garcia on February 26, 1945. At age 14 he began as a ranch hand for the Gage’s in Marathon TX. At the age of 16, he then went on to work as a ranch hand...
Alfredo Rubio Franco
Jan 27, 2025
It is with profound sadness, we announce the passing of Alfredo Rubio Franco, 81, of Monahans, Texas. He was a beloved father, grandfather, brother, community servant, and cherished friend. Born June 12, 1943, in Presidio, Texas, Alfredo left this world on January 27, 2025, reuniting with the love of his life in Heaven.
Alfredo's journey through life was marked by his...
George Wayne Johnson
Jan 22, 2025
George Wayne Johnson was born December 1, 1947, in Bridgeport, Nebraska. In 1964, Wayne joined the United States Army and served as an Army Ranger for 6 years. He served two tours in the Vietnam War where he was awarded a National Defense Service Medal, a Vietnam Service Medal with a Bronze Service Star, a Vietnam Campaign Medal, and a...
Greg Edward Sanchez
Jan 17, 2025
Greg Edward Sanchez, 41, born on February 3, 1983, in Monahans, Texas, was tragically taken from this world on January 17, 2025, in Pecos, Texas, his essence remains alive in the hearts of those who cherished him.
A visitation will be held on Friday, January 24, 2025, from 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM at Harkey Funeral Home, with the Rosary at...
Joe K. Lewis
Jan 14, 2025
Joseph (Joey) K. Lewis, of Sierra Blanca, Texas, passed away on January 14, 2025, at 6:30 a.m. He was the beloved son of Jake and Helen Lewis, of Monahans, Texas, and brother to Jimmy Lewis and Lexie Lewis, also of Monahans, born on September 29, 1962, in Monahans, Texas.
Joey graduated from Grandfalls-Royalty High School, in 1981, where he was president...
Bobbie Jean Mitchell
Jan 12, 2025
Bobbie Jean (Garner) Mitchell, 78, of Lubbock Texas, she passed into the arms of our God on January 12, 2025. Bobbie was born May 1, 1946, the daughter of L.B. Garner and Classie Lee (Fortune) Garner.
A viewing will be held on Friday, January 17, 2025, at Harkey Funeral Home from 12:00 PM – 7:00 PM. Funeral service will be held...
Dennis Lynn Greer
Jan 9, 2025
Dennis Lynn Greer, age 82, of Monahans, Texas passed away peacefully in his home surrounded by family on Wednesday, January 9, 2025, at 3:15 am.
A viewing will be held from 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM at Harkey Funeral Home on Friday, January 10, 2025. His life and legacy will be celebrated Saturday, January 11, 2025 at 1:00 PM at St....
James M. Crawford
Dec 28, 2024
James (Jim) Crawford, 86, of Grandfalls, passed away at home on December 28, 2024. Jim was born in Mason, Texas to Frank and Ruth Crawford on January 18, 1938. He attended school and graduated from high school in Rochelle, Texas. He moved to Monahans, Texas where he married and raised three daughters. He worked for El Paso Natural Gas for...
Albert Molina Garcia
Dec 19, 2024
It is with a heavy heart that we announce the passing of Albert Molina Garcia, who departed this life peacefully on December 19, 2024, at the age of 79. Born on October 29, 1945, in Colorado City, Texas, Albert was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather and friend, who called Monahans, Texas, his home.
Albert, also known for his love of...
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