Obituaries
Local Obituaries for Families in West Odessa
Serving Odessa
Sherry Cook
Mar 30, 2026
Sherry Marlene Morris Cook left her earthly home to reside for eternity in Heaven on March 30, 2026, in Midland, Texas.
Sherry was born on August 14, 1953, to George and Marlene Morris in Big Spring, TX. She spent the majority of her life in Odessa, TX. She graduated from Permian High School in 1972. Sherry was baptized in 1965, and...
Maria Elena Casas
Mar 28, 2026
Maria Elena Gonzalez de Casas, de 84 años, de Odessa, Texas, falleció el 28 de marzo de 2026 en Odessa, Texas.
Velación será martes, 31 de marzo de 2026 de 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM y el Rosario se llevará a cabo a las 7:00 pm en Martinez Funeral Home (West Side). Los servicios funerarios se llevarán a cabo a las...
Alvaro U. Garcia
Mar 24, 2026
Alvaro U. Garcia, 84, was welcomed into the Kingdom of Heaven on March 24, 2026, passing peacefully in Odessa, Texas, surrounded by his loving family.
He was born on May 27, 1941, in Ojinaga, Chihuahua, Mexico, to Nicholas and Eva Garcia. Alvaro spent his life dedicated to hard work, family, and faith. A skilled carpenter by trade, he devoted his life...
Armando Bravo Esqueda, Jr.
Mar 15, 2026
Armando Bravo Esqueda
Graveside services will be held Saturday,May 23, 2026 at 11:00 am at Santa Rita Cemetery in Sanderson Texas
Armando “Mando” “Cuz” “Primo” Bravo Esqueda Jr. was born on October 6, 1964, in Alpine Texas to Armando Guzman Esqueda and Margarita Bravo Esqueda. He died March 15, 2026, in Odessa, Texas after a lengthy illness. In his words, he stated...
Veronica Ortega Gutierrez
Mar 15, 2026
Veronica Ortega Gutierrez de 51 años de Coyame Chihuahua fallecio el 15 de Marzo 2026 en Odessa Texas.
Veronica estubo casada con Ernesto (Juan) Gutierrez por 28 años y tuvieron a sus tres hijos; Ulysses, Jandiego y Samantha Gutierrez a cuales ella amaba con toda su alma. Veronica era una persona alegre, elegante, y de buen corazon. A Veronica le encantaba...
Gary Collinsworth
Mar 1, 2026
Gary Clayton Collinsworth, 77 of Odessa, passed away on March 1, 2026, in Odessa, TX
Visitation will be Thursday, March 05 ,2026 from 5:00PM to 7:00PM.
Funeral services will be held on Friday, March 6, 2026, at 10:00AM at Martinez Funeral Home, located at 10137 W University Blvd, with Taylor Robles of Sherwood Church of Christ officiating. Burial will follow at Cox...
Maria Natera
Mar 1, 2026
Aviso de Fallecimiento de Maria Natera Maria Natera falleció el 1 de Marzo de 2026 en Odessa, Texas, a la edad de 91 años.
Nació el 22 de Octubre de 1934 en Mulato, Chihuahua, México, hija de sus orgullosos padres, Jesús Rodríguez y Francisca Galindo.
Maria fue una mujer de fortaleza, amabilidad y amor inquebrantable, cuyo espíritu cálido tocó a todos los...
Bernis Lee Lincoln II
Feb 15, 2026
Bernis L. Lincoln II, 72, of Odessa, Texas passed away on 15 February 2026 in Odessa, Texas.
Visitation will be Sunday, 22 February 2026 from 2:00 PM to 6:00 PM at Martinez West Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held on Monday, February 23, 2026, at 11:00 AM at Martinez West Funeral Home with the David Tunson of Mount Zion Missionary...
Larry Mulloy
Feb 14, 2026
Larry Charles Mulloy was born on January 4, 1953, and passed away on Saturday, February 14, 2026, in his home surrounded by his loved ones.
He was born in Levelland TX to Charles Edward & Willa Dee Mulloy on January 4, 1953. He graduated from Andrews High School in 1971 and then proudly served in the Army Ranger Division from December...
ChĆ¢u āCharlieā VÄn Huỳnh
Feb 7, 2026
Châu “Charlie” VÄn Huỳnh was born on July 28, 1952, in Saigon, Vietnam, to Tân Nʰʔng Huỳnh and Gįŗ§n Thį» Nguyên. He passed away leaving behind a legacy of honor, devotion, and love.
Charlie’s greatest pride was his service to his country. He bravely served as a member of the Republic of Vietnam Armed Forces, fighting during the Vietnam War. His...
Lucelia Ramirez
Feb 6, 2026
Lucelia “Lucy” Ramirez, age 84, left this world and entered her heavenly rest on February 6, 2026, at her home in Odessa, Texas. Surrounded by her family, memories and laughter.She was born on June 16, 1941 to her parents, Ernestina and Dimas Hernandez, in Thyina, Texas. She went on to marry Febronio Ramirez on December 18, 1957 in Levelland, Texas....
Ray "Big Happy" Gonzales
Feb 1, 2026
Ray “Big Happy” Gonzales was born on March 23, 1962. He is preceded in death by his father, Paz Gonzales; his mother, Beatrice Chacon Gonzales; and his sisters, Ophelia Licon and Olean Gonzales.
He leaves behind his son, Joe Edward Ray Gonzales; with grandchildren, Je’lyn Jolie, Esai Boi, Nayeli Faith, Zane Christian, Avonii Ray; and great-granddaughter, Ivory Edith Gonzales; daughter, Jolean...
MarƬa Padilla
Jan 19, 2026
El entierro ha sido pospuesto para el martes 27 de enero de 2026.
La capilla abrirá a las 1:00 de la tarde el martes para el última despedida y nos dirigiremos al cementerio a las 2:00 de la tarde.
Burial has been postponed for Tuesday, January 27, 2026.
The chapel will open at 1:00PM Tuesday for final viewing and we will proceed to...
Lowell Paul Lovell
Jan 18, 2026
Lowell Paul Lovell, 71, passed away peacefully at his home in Odessa on Sunday, January 18 following a recent cancer diagnosis. He was welcomed into heaven by his parents, two brothers, his grandson, and his beloved dog.
Lowell was born December 6, 1954, in Marietta, Georgia to Paul and Jean Lovell. He was the fourth of five boys. The family moved...
Valeria MuƱoz
Jan 14, 2026
Valeria Muñoz passed away surrounded by love. She leaves behind cherished memories that will forever live in the hearts of her family and friends. Valeria was a beloved daughter, sister, aunt, and friend whose kindness, strength, and loving spirit touched everyone who knew her.
She is survived by her loving mother, Aida Gonzalez; her stepfather, Fabian
Gonzalez; her sisters Ruby Muñoz, Abigail...
Martin Valdez Arevalo
Jan 13, 2026
With deep sorrow and heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Martin Arevalo Valdez, who passed away on January 13, 2026, at the age of 41. Martin was born on February 2, 1984, and was originally from Ojinaga, Chihuahua, a place he always carried in his heart.
Martin was truly unforgettable. He was charismatic, spontaneous, outgoing, and fearless, with a presence...
Raul H. Palma Jr.
Jan 8, 2026
Raul Hernandez Palma Jr. April 18, 1963 – January 8, 2026
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Raul Hernandez Palma Jr., who left this world on Thursday, January 8, 2026, at the age of 62. Born on April 18, 1963, Raul lived a life defined by love, strength, and a fighting spirit that never faded. Raul was a devoted...
Jose Luis Aleman Carrillo
Jan 6, 2026
Jose Luis Aleman Carrillo, age 68, gained his wings on Tuesday, January 6, 2026, in Odessa, TX. He was born August 25, 1957, to Jesus Aleman Soto and Margarita Carrillo Alaniz.
Jose was a loving and caring husband to Anna Aleman, and a loving father to his four kids, Elizabeth, Vanessa, Jose and Jessica. He enjoyed fishing, camping and trying new...
Evangelina Munoz Carrasco
Dec 19, 2025
Evangelina Muñoz Carrasco, 69, of Ojinaga Chihuahua, Mexico passed away on December 19, 2025, in Odessa, Texas.
Visitation will be held on Sunday, December 28, 2025, from 1:00 PM to 8:00 PM and Monday, December 29, 2025, from 10:00 AM to 9:00 PM. Recitation of the Rosary will follow at 7:00 PM at Martinez “West” Funeral Home & Crematory, 10137 W....
Frances Gaytan
Dec 16, 2025
Frances Gaytan peacefully passed away on December 16, 2025, at Midland Memorial Hospital, surrounded by the love of her family.
Frances was a devoted wife, mother, daughter, sister, friend, grandmother and great grandmother whose life was defined by love, strength, and selflessness. She was married to her beloved husband, Oscar Gaytan, with whom she shared love, companionship, and many meaningful moments...


