Obituaries
Herbert Reed Johnson
Apr 16, 2024
Herbert Reed Johnson, born on September 22, 1942, in Mountain Pine, AR, peacefully passed away on April 16, 2024, in Sugar Land, TX. Herbert, a skilled Commercial Carpenter in the Construction industry, devoted his life to his craft. He showed great commitment and dedication to his work, never failing to impress those around him.
Having attended school in Monahans before completing...
Robert Walker
Apr 15, 2024
Robert Wayne Walker, 75, of Monahans, passed away on April 15, 2024.
Robert W. Walker was born in Fairfield Alabama to Mamie Allgood Walker (Tootsie) and W. D. Walker on February 27, 1949.
Robert grew up in Lipscomb, Alabama. He was active in the church and enjoyed playing sports throughout his youth.
He graduated from Jones Valley High School in Birmingham, Alabama in...
Silvino Franco Holguin
Apr 15, 2024
Silvino Franco Holguin (75), of Monahans, TX passed away April 15, 2024.
He was born on May 4, 1948, to Fortino Alvaran Holguin and Margarita Franco Holguin in Del Rio, Texas. He met the love of his life, Maria, in Del Rio, Texas. They married on May 17, 1966.
Silvino was a truck driver for many years....
Cynthia Lois Harris
Apr 7, 2024
Cynthia Lois Harris
May 1,1959 - April 7, 2024
Cindi was born to James Robert and Mildred Lois Harris, in Sanderson.
In 1970 she moved with her parents and siblings from Grandfalls to Wickett. In 1986 she met her husband James Derrick, and they spent the last 38 years together.
In those 38 years they lived in many places but recently moved back home to...
Mike E. Oyerbides
Apr 5, 2024
Announcing the passing of Mike E. Oyerbides, aged 89, his journey on this Earth came to a peaceful close on Friday, April 5, 2024, in his Monahans, Texas home. Mike was born to Adan and Juliana Oyerbides and entered this world on February 6, 1935. He was a proud Monahans High School alum and dedicated over 50 years of service...
Christopher Woods
Mar 24, 2024
Christopher Anthony Woods, of Monahans, passed away on Sunday March 24th, 2024 in OdessaTexas.Chris was born in Dallas Texas to Joan Fox and Terri Woods on February 13th, 1982.Chris was an All American family man who loved his family, country, and God. Chris workedtirelessly as a remodeling contractor. He would give the shirt off his back to help anyone whoneeded...
Jane L. Cox
Mar 12, 2024
Jane Cox Obituary
Jane Luttrell Cox, age 92, of Monahans passed away Tuesday March 12th, 2024, in Odessa Texas.
Jane was born in Kennedale Texas on January 13th, 1932, to Nolon Otto Luttrell and Emma Thelma Bulin. She was the 3rd born of 5 children and the only girl.
Jane graduated Salutatorian, Class of 1949 from Mansfield High School. She briefly attended Polytechnical...
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...
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