Obituaries
Local Obituaries for Families in West Odessa
Serving Odessa
Marìa 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 Muñoz
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...
Scotty Morales
Dec 14, 2025
Scotty Morales, age 31, of Odessa, Texas, passed away on December 14, 2025, in Marfa, Texas.
Visitation will be held from 1:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. on Thursday, December 18th, 2025, at Martinez “West” Funeral Home, located at 10137 West University Boulevard, Odessa, Texas 79764.
Funeral services will be held at 10:00 AM on Friday, December 19th, 2025, at Martinez “West” Funeral...
Teodora Prieto Valenzuela
Nov 29, 2025
Teodora Prieto Valenzuela, 90, nació del 1 de Abril de 1935 en el Carrizo de Coyame, Chihuahua, México. Sus padres eran Agapito Prieto y Manuela Rodríguez. Teodora se casó con Jesús Manuel Valenzuela 12 de Agosto de 1954 y creo 5 hijos. Le precedió en la muerte sus padres, su esposo Jesús Manuel, su hijo Jesús José Valenzuela y hermanos...
Marcelino M. Hernandez
Nov 26, 2025
Marcelino M. Hernandez, 82, of Odessa, Tx, passed away on Wednesday, November 26, 2025, in the town of Odessa, Tx.
Viewing will be Monday, December 1, 2025, from 12:00 PM to 9:00 PM and Tuesday, December 2, 2025, from 10:00 AM to 9:00 PM with a Rosary to follow at 6:00 PM at the Martinez Funeral Home West Chapel located at...
Josiah Rene Salinas
Nov 25, 2025
Josiah Rene Salinas, age 10, passed away on November 25, 2025, He is survived by those who loved him deeply and endlessly, including his parents, Sara Collins, Juan Salinas; stepdad, Tristian Collins & stepmom Cecilia Salinas; several siblings, grandparents, aunts, uncles, cousins, and especially the many family members who will forever carry his memory in their hearts.
Josiah was a bright,...
Roland Rubalcaba
Nov 15, 2025
Roland Rubalcaba, 42, passed away on November 15, 2025, in Odessa, Texas.
Roland was born in Odessa, Texas on January 15, 1983, the youngest son of Richard and Senaida Rubalcaba. Born and raised in Odessa, Roland was a shining light in the lives of those who had the privilege of knowing him. His journey on earth was one marked by his...
Randy U. Del Bosque
Nov 12, 2025
Randy Del Bosque, a cherished individual, left us on November 12, 2025. Born on October 19, 1959, Randy lived a life filled with tremendous passion and love.
Randy laughed loudly, loved fiercely, and told jokes that made your belly hurt from laughing so much. He lived the kind of life that didn’t need to fit neatly into a formal obituary, because...
Francisco Javier Ornelas Garcia, Jr.
Nov 6, 2025
Francisco Javier Ornelas García 30 años del pueblo Santa Fe Jalisco falleció el 6 de noviembre de 2025 Ozona, Texas.
Francisco Javier Ornelas García Junior nació el 17 de febrero de 1995 en Guadalajara Jalisco sus papás Silvia García y Francisco Ornelas. El fue a la escuela en el pueblo de Santa Fe Jalisco. Se caso con Melissa Gómez el 7...
Fernando Muñoz
Oct 23, 2025
Fernando Muñoz, 44, of Odessa, passed away on Thursday, October 23rd, 2025.
A visitation will be held on Tuesday, October 28th, 2025, from 1:00 PM to 9:00 PM with a Rosary at 7:00 PM at Martinez West Funeral Home. A celebration of life will be held on Wednesday, October 29th, 2025, from 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM.
Fernando was born in Odessa...
Romer Vigo Ongsico
Sep 27, 2025
Romer passed away at the age of 63 on September 27, 2025, in Odessa, TX, at Medical Center Hospital.
Viewing will be held from 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM, Thursday, October 2, 2025, at the Sevent-day Adventist Church in Odessa.
Funeral Services will be held at 7:00 PM on Thursday, October 2, 2025, at the Seventh-day Adventist Church, officiated by Pastor Abner...
Ricardo Hermosillo
Sep 23, 2025
Ricardo Hermosillo, de 51 años, falleció el 23 de septiembre de 2025 en Odessa, Texas. Nacido el 28 de julio de 1974 en Chihuahua, Chihuahua, México, Ricardo vivió una vida definida por el amor, la humildad y la devoción inquebrantable a su familia.
Un esposo devoto de Lorena Arzate y un orgulloso padre de Nallely Hermosillo, Berenice Hermosillo, Jaqueline Hermosillo y...
Lorenzo "Moshoo" Magaña
Sep 19, 2025
Lorenzo H. Magaña, 8 yrs old, of Odessa, passed away on September 19, 2025, in The Children's hospital in Dallas Texas.
Visitation will be held from 2:00 PM to 7:00 PM, on Monday, September 29, 2025, at Bible Baptist church. A Celebration of Life will follow at 5:00 PM with Pastor Patrick House officiating.
Arrangements are by Martinez Funeral Home West.
Lorenzo "Moshoo" was...
Antonio B. Gomez
Aug 31, 2025
Antonio B. Gomez, 87, of Mulato, Chihuahua, passed away on August 31, 2025, in Odessa, TX in his home surrounded by many of his loved ones.
Visitation will be held Wednesday, September 3, 2025, from 2:00 PM to 9:00 PM and Thursday. September 4, 2025, from 10:00 AM to 9:00 PM. Rosary will be held Thursday at 7:00 PM. at Martinez...


