Obituaries

Amelia Saenz Sanchez

Amelia Saenz Sanchez

Jul 17, 2024

Amelia Saenz Sanchez, 78, of Monahans, Texas passed away peacefully at home surrounded by family and friends on July 17, 2024. Amelia was born on January 18, 1946, to Pedro Saenz and Barbara Valles in Sanderson, Texas. She married Jubentino Sanchez on May 5, 1961. They were happily married for 58 years and together had 4 children. Amelia worked for...

Clifton Michel Harris

Clifton Michel Harris

Jul 11, 2024

Clifton Michel (Mike) Harris, 68, of Monahans, Texas, passed away at home on July 11, 2024.

He was born in Odessa, Tx on December 18, 1955, to Clifton (Cliff) and Mary Curtis Harris. Following graduation from high school, he joined the Army. After time in the Army, Mike worked at various jobs throughout his lifetime.

Mike was preceded in death by his...

Jesus Olivas Porras

Jesus Olivas Porras

Jul 11, 2024

The Lord called upon his son Jesus Olivas Porras who passed away on Thursday, July 11, 2024, in Monahans, Tx at the age of 66. Jesus was born in Palomas Numero Uno, Mexico on March 10, 1958, to Calixto and Delia Porras.

Jesus married the love of his life Juana, on December 15, 1976, in Palomas Numero Uno, Mexico. They moved...

Tammi Kay Wilson

Tammi Kay Wilson

Jul 10, 2024

It is with a very heavy heart we announce the passing of Tammi Kay Wilson the early morning hours of Wednesday July 10, 2024.

Tammi was born May 6, 1964, to Wayne and Sheila Poor. One of the most beautiful and kindhearted souls anyone could meet. Everyone who knew and met Tammi understood the love and compassion she had. One of...

Juan Arredondo

Juan Arredondo

Jul 8, 2024

Juan Arredondo, 92, of Monahan’s, TX passed away on July 8, 2024 in San Antonio, TX. Juan was born in Sanderson, TX to Francisco Arredondo and Enemencia Ponce on November 24, 1931.

Juan’s life in Monahan’s TX is a testament to his resilience and dedication. He married his beloved wife Martha in a beautiful Vegas ceremony starting their 39-year marriage. For...

Thomas Howard Beckham

Thomas Howard Beckham

Jul 6, 2024

Thomas Howard Beckham of Monahans, TX, passed away on July 6, 2024 at the age of 77 with his family by his side. 

 Tommy, as his friends called him, attended Monahans High School where he played football and ran track for the Loboes. After high school, Tommy joined the Navy and was stationed in Cuba. After his return and discharge from...

Robert Rodriguez

Robert Rodriguez

Jul 1, 2024

Robert Rodriguez, a beloved husband, brother, uncle, padrino, and friend, passed away on July 1, 2024, at the age of 74 in Odessa, TX. Robert was born on October 4, 1949, to Aurelio and Matilde Venegas Rodriguez, in Pecos, Texas. 

In honor of his life, a visitation will be held at Harkey Funeral Home on July 5, 2024, at 12:00 PM...

Rex Stafford

Rex Stafford

Jun 29, 2024

Rex Stafford age 75 of Monahans passed away on 06/29/2024. Rex was born in Albion, Texas 06/25/1949 to Earl and Ruby Stafford. Rex loved fishing, riding horses, hitching up his donkeys to his ole wagon and taking everyone for rides and driving it in parades. He loved old westerns, especially ones that starred John Wayne and he loved listening to...

Tex Stafford

Tex Stafford

Jun 10, 2024

Tex Stafford, 78, peacefully passed away on June 10, 2024, in Monahans, Texas.  Tex was born in Clarksville, Texas to Earl and Ruby Stafford on February 8, 1946.

Tex loved old country music, particularly the tunes of Elvis Presley and Johnny Cash. His passion for western movies and his talent for playing the guitar and singing were widely admired by those...

Arvilla Lorece Durham

Arvilla Lorece Durham

Jun 8, 2024

Arvilla Lorece Durham, aged 86, peacefully passed away on June 8, 2024. Born on December 30, 1937, in Collinsville, Texas, Lorece was the beloved daughter of Lowery and Neva Walden. She was a cherished wife to her late spouse, Clyde Durham.Arvilla is Preceded in death by her Parents Lowery and Neva Walden, Daughter Resa McKinney, Brother Leon Walden, and Sister...

Adam Nunez

Adam Nunez

Jun 5, 2024

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Adam Nunez, who was born on September 6, 1984, in Monahans, Texas. Adam left this world too soon on June 5, 2024, in Fort Stockton, Texas.

Adam was the beloved son of Alfredo Nunez Sr and Tina Hill and the spouse of Nola Rodriguez, whom he married in 2011. Adam...

Amanda Lynn Rivas

Amanda Lynn Rivas

Jun 4, 2024

With a heavy heart, our beloved wife, mother, sister, aunt and friend went home to be with our Lord and Savior.  Amanda Lynn Rivas, age 44, passed away in Odessa, TX June 4, 2024, at Medical Center Hospital. She was born October 19, 1979, in Odessa, TX to Eduardo Sr and Gloria Sanchez. Amanda married Juan Rivas Sr. on May...

Elisa C. Esparza

Elisa C. Esparza

Jun 3, 2024

It is with great sadness that the family of Elisa C. Esparza announce her passing on June 3,2024 after a full life of 95 years. 

 A resilient and spirited woman who was born on January 6, 1929, in Fort Stockton, TX, to Antonio and Maria Castelo, Elisa (Licha) peacefully departed from this world on Monday evening. 

Licha as she was known by...

Ramon Campos

Ramon Campos

Jun 1, 2024

Ramon Campos, a beloved father, grandfather, and friend, passed away on June 1, 2024. He was born on January 8, 1949, in Grandfalls, Texas to Herman and Catarina Campos.Throughout his life, Ramon touched the hearts of many with his warmth and kindness. His presence will be deeply missed by all had the privilege of knowing him Ramon is preceded in...

Willie Sharon Reed

Willie Sharon Reed

May 31, 2024

Willie Sharon Reed, age 77, passed away in Kermit, Tx May 31, 2024, at her home. She was born December 10, 1946, in Goree, Texas to Roy and Cleo Wallace. Sharon married Milton Reed on October 21, 1965, in Louisiana and they spent 39 wonderful years together until his passing, November 2004.

Sharon enjoyed watching baseball and was a huge fan...

Fred Leon Linton

Fred Leon Linton

May 25, 2024

Fred Leon Linton, loving husband, proud father, adoring grandfather, and faithful friend, was born November 5, 1944, in Hominy, Oklahoma, to Forrest Leon and Ella Isabelle (Throop) Linton.  The family ultimately moved to Borger, Texas, where Fred attended school and found his love for football and track.  At Borger High School Fred was a Student Council Representative, officer of Spanish...

Susan Harkey Dunn

Susan Harkey Dunn

May 24, 2024

Susan Harkey Dunn of Midland, Texas, passed away on May 24th, 2024, at the age of 74 after a courageous battle with cancer, surrounded by her family. Susan lived life to the fullest through simple pleasures, driving around looking at wild flowers, lunches with friends, and most of all, being with her family. She was an avid reader and enjoyed cooking....

Elijio Franco Venegas

Elijio Franco Venegas

May 13, 2024

Elijio Franco Venegas passed away on May 13, 2024, in Odessa. 

Elijio was born to Grafido and Paula Venegas, in Ojinaga, Mexico on November 29, 1937. 

Before his retirement he spent over 30 years in the oil field industry. After retirement, he really enjoyed working in his yard and spending time with his grandkids, nieces/nephews, in addition to his great nieces/nephews. 

Elijio is...

Onella Chance

Onella Chance

May 11, 2024

Onella Catherine Chance entered into her heavenly home on May 11, 2024. Onella was born on July 1, 1947, in Hobbs, New Mexico. She attended Hobbs High School before moving to Denver City, Texas, where she graduated. Onella met the love of her life - Randy Chance in 1966 and they were married on February 8, 1967. She and her...

Walter Lee Simmons

Walter Lee Simmons

May 1, 2024

Walter (Walt) Lee Simmons (96), of Odessa, passed away on May 1, 2024, in Odessa, Texas. Walter was born in Cortez, Colorado, to Walter Fielding Simmons and Mary Martindale Simmons on March 19, 1928. Walter graduated from Farmington High School in 1950. During his life, Walter served in the Army branch of the Military in transportation from 1951 to 1953...

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