Obituaries
Michael Lamothe
Mar 10, 2024
Michael Raymond Lamothe of Monahans, Texas went to be with Jesus his Savior on March 10, 2024, at the age of 75. Mike was survived by his wife Georgia, his daughter DeShay and her husband Craig Wootton, his granddaughter Tabatha Shugart, his nephews David and Matthew Edgerton. He was preceded in death by his grandson Jacob Michael Baxley his parents,...
Micaela Franco
Mar 10, 2024
Micaela Franco, 78 years young, a beloved soul adorned with grace and kindness, peacefully departed from this world on March 10, 2024, in her hometown of Monahans, Texas. Born on September 29, 1945, to Felisiano and Josefa Gonzalez, Micaela touched the lives of many through her various roles and profound love for her family.
A dedicated professional who served at Dr....
Shawn Hazzard Colwell
Feb 29, 2024
Shawn Hazzard Colwell, 14, of Monahans Texas passed away on February 29, 2024 in Monahans, Texas. Shawn was born in San Angelo, Texas to Levi and Felisha Colwell on October 7, 2009.
Shawn brought immense joy to his family and friends from the very beginning. Despite his short time with us, Shawn made an unforgettable impact on the lives of those...
Linda Dianne Woods
Feb 25, 2024
Linda Dianne (Granny) Woods, passed away on February 25, 2024 in Monahans, Texas with her family by her side. Dianne was born in Liberal Kansas, to Thomas and Edith Woods on April 21, 1949.
Dianne graduated from Hobbs high School and attended nursing school at Odessa College. She became a nurse for over 30 years, a profession she loved and put...
Edmundo Fred Sanchez
Feb 22, 2024
With heavy hearts and profound sadness, we announce the passing of Edmundo Fred Sanchez, 65, a beloved son, father, brother, and friend. Edmundo, born on April 15, 1958, peacefully departed this world on February 22, 2024, in Odessa, TX, surrounded by loved ones. Edmundo was known for his love of music, dedication to helping others, and his passion for the...
Omar Samaniego Lujan
Feb 22, 2024
Omar Samaniego Luján, age 88, passed away on February 22, 2024 in Monahans, Tx. He was born on February 10, 1936 in Ojinaga, Chihuahua Mexico to Ildefonzo and Maria Luján.
Omar was also known as El Cenizo to his closest friends, Welo Már to his grandkids. He was a certified mechanic and he worked at Brantley Trucking for many years. Retired...
Cruz O. Rivas
Feb 21, 2024
Cruz Rivas Jr., a devoted and decorated Vietnam War veteran, passed away on February 21, 2024, in Monahans, Texas, at the age of 75. Born on April 21, 1948, Cruz served his country with honor and bravery and was deeply committed to his role as a service attendant following his military career with the 101st Airborne Division, Screaming Eagles. During his...
Tommy Rice
Feb 20, 2024
Tommy Rice, 90, of Wickett, passed away on Tuesday, February 20, 2024. Funeral services will be held at Wickett Baptist Church at 3:00pm on Saturday, February 24, 2024. Burial at the cemetery in Pyote. Tommy was born in Carbon, Texas to Henry F. Rice and Amy Avery Rice. He went to Carbon and Scranton schools then served in the US Army...
Rusty Shaw
Feb 20, 2024
Sammy Russell Shaw, “Rusty”, 67 of Monahans entered the presence of his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on Tuesday, February 20, 2024 surrounded by his family.
Rusty was born on January 21, 1957 in Odessa, Texas to James and Marjorie Shaw. He graduated from Monahans High School in 1975. Following high school, he worked a short stint in the oil field...
Donell Gwen Ross
Feb 19, 2024
Donell Gwen Ross, a beloved wife, daughter, mother, sister, and grandmother passed away on February 19, 2024, in Odessa, Texas at the age of 57. Born in Monahans, Texas on June 5, 1966, to Chester Milson and Jo Fern Kasner Donell was a kind-hearted soul who dedicated her life to helping others through her work in the medical field.
Donell was...
Baine Allen Bean Jr.
Feb 9, 2024
Baine Allen Bean, Jr. passed away early February 9, 2024, peacefully at his home. He was a man that could do anything he wanted to do, except quit “those damned ol’ cigarettes.” He was 66 years old.
Baine was born August 6, 1957, in Big Spring, TX to Baine A. and Dixie Bean. He graduated from Monterey High School in Lubbock,...
Adolfo Ruiz Almanza
Feb 7, 2024
It is with heavy hearts and profound sadness that we announce the peaceful passing of Adolfo Ruiz Almanza Sr., 75, a beloved husband, devoted father, cherished grandfather, and esteemed member of the community. Adolfo embarked on his eternal journey on February 7, 2024, surrounded by the love and warmth of his family.Adolfo was born in Barstow, Texas to Roman and...
Calvin Glen Armstrong
Jan 21, 2024
Calvin Glen Armstrong passed from this life of pain to his heavenly home on January 21, 2024, and is now pain free. Calvin was born on November 6, 1935, in Hearne, Texas to Claude H Armstrong, Sr. and Wilma Mae Smith Armstrong. Calvin was a true American who worked throughout his life to help build this Nation. Calvin started his...
Lonny Wayne Bingham
Jan 20, 2024
Lonny Wayne Bingham (65) passed away Saturday, January 20, 2024 peacefully at his home surrounded by his family and friends in Monahans, TX.
Lonny was born in Hobbs, NM May 21st, 1958 to Morris E.Bingham and Betty Jean Miles.
Lonny attended Monahans High School and was a member of Bethel Baptist Church in Monahans.
In his younger years, he raised and...
Juan Martinez Salazar
Jan 15, 2024
Juan Martinez Salazar, 93, passed away on Monday, January 15, 22024,024 in Monahans, TX.
Juan was born in Sanderson, Texas to Juan and Angelina Salazar on March 6, 1930.
Juan enjoyed singing and playing the guitar. He sang with the choir for many years at St. John’s Catholic Church. As As well as, several activities for the...
Opalene Cox Howard
Jan 15, 2024
Opalene Cox Howard passed on to the arms of our Heavenly Father on Monday, January 15, 2024, after her courageous battle with dementia. She passed peacefully with her family by her side. She was 89 years old.
Opalene was born to Roy and Naomi Cox on July 28, 1934, in Lamesa, Tx. Together with her parents and brother, they lived...
Armando Madrid Jr.
Jan 7, 2024
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Armando Madrid Jr., beloved husband, son, brother, father, and friend. Armando Jr., aged 50, passed away peacefully on January 7, 2024, in Monahans, TX, surrounded by his loving family. His departure has left a void in the hearts of all who knew him.
Born on March 23, 1973,...
Darleene Joy Morse
Jan 4, 2024
A ray of joy that brightened our lives and touched our hearts, Darleene Joy Morse, passed away on January 4, 2024, in Monahans, TX, at the age of 66. Born on January 13, 1957, in San Diego, CA, Darleene was a woman of immense warmth, creativity, and a contagious zest for life.
As a small business owner, she shone...
Vickie Helen Brown
Dec 22, 2023
Vickie H. Brown, a beloved member of the community, peacefully passed away on December 22, 2023, at the age of 70. Born on August 15, 1953, in Rankin, TX, Vickie touched the lives of many with her warm heart, genuine compassion, and unwavering strength.
Vickie was a woman of exceptional talent and creativity. She possessed a remarkable skill for...
Basil Douglas Sparks
Dec 15, 2023
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Basil Douglas Sparks, a cherished son, brother, and friend. Basil's radiant spirit, which graced this world for twenty-five years, was tragically taken from us on December 15, 2023.
Born on a warm September day in 1998, Basil brought immense joy and happiness to his parents, Dale and Sharon...
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