Obituaries
Ascencion Montoya
Aug 27, 2025
Ascencion “Chonito” Quintela Montoya reunited in heaven with his wife and daughter on August 27, 2025, at the age of 87. He was born on May 10, 1938 in San Antonio del Bravo to Isidro Montoya and Braulia Quintela Montoya.
As a loving husband, father, grandfather and great grandfather, he leaves behind a legacy of love, dedication, resilience, faith and hard...
Jerry Don Sturdivant
Aug 24, 2025
Jerry Don Sturdivant peacefully went to meet the Lord on August 24th, at the age of 85, in the care and love of his daughter April, and just after a visit from his devoted son Travis.
He was born into this life, October 25th, 1939 in Paducah Texas, to his parents Johnny and Gladys Sturdivant. His sister Betty Jo and brother...
Commodore C. Ryan
Aug 23, 2025
Commodore C. Ryan, 100 years young, passed away peacefully into the loving arms of our Lord on the morning of August 23, 2025.
He was born in Panola County, Texas, to Commodore and Erna Ryan. In 1943, he proudly enlisted in the United States Navy and served abroad the USS Prince William as a First-Class Petty Officer Radarman. The Prince William...
Carlota Armendariz
Aug 23, 2025
Celebrating the vibrant life of Carlota Armendariz, who was born on April 18, 1938, in Mexico, and who passed away peacefully on August 23, 2025, in Monahans, Texas, at the age of 87. Carlota, a beloved daughter, mother, and grandmother, filled the lives of those around her with joy, laughter, and love. She will be warmly remembered for her love...
Dana Dashiell Bellamy
Aug 22, 2025
At this time, we regret to inform you that no services will be scheduled.
Wally Bernard Jr.
Aug 10, 2025
Wally Jr. Bernard went to the Lord on August 10, 2025. He was 73 when he went quietly while at home living with Ruben Bernard, his younger brother, and Teresa Bernard his loving sister in-law. Wally Jr Bernard was preceded in death by his father, Wally Holguin Bernard and his devoted mother, Vicenta Banuelos Bernard and his very close brother,...
Alfred McAfee
Aug 8, 2025
Alfred McAfee, 69, of Monahans, Texas, passed away peacefully on August 8, 2025, in Odessa, Texas. He was born in Stamford, Texas, on August 23, 1955, to Monroe McAfee and Jimmie Frances Washington. He grew up with a love for sports, competition, and community.
Alfred attended school in Hamlin, Texas, where his athleticism and determination shined. He continued his education at...
David Nunez
Aug 8, 2025
David Nunez, 62, from Monahans, went on to join our heavenly father August 8, 2025, in Odessa, Texas. He was born in Stanton, Texas to Librado and Faustina Nunez on April 27, 1963.
David grew up in Mesa, Arizona, attended school there, and after graduation, he moved to Monahans, and started out as a roustabout. He mostly worked in the oilfield,...
Richard Phipps
Aug 5, 2025
Richard Calvin Phipps of 902 South Leon in Monahans, Texas passed away at his residence on Tuesday, August 5, 2025, at 6:45 A.M. at the age of 81. He was born in Stamford, Texas on January 2, 1944, to his parents Silas Floyd Phipps and Minnie Viola (McNeil) Phipps.
Calvin, as he was known to family and friends, accepted The Lord...
Ronnie Lee Pool
Aug 1, 2025
Beloved father, grandfather, great grandfather, and brother, Ronnie Lee Pool passed away reluctantly on Friday, August 1, 2025. He was preceded by his parents West and Nadene Pool, wife Jean Pool, two brothers Carl and Steve, and a sister Jackie Steinmeyer. He is survived by his son, Ronnie Pool; his daughters, Tammie Walker and Dana Walker; brother, West Pool; sister,...
Richard A Smith
Jul 24, 2025
Richard Allen Smith
April 19, 1942 – July 24, 2025
On Thursday, July 24, 2025, our precious father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and more importantly, best friend – strong in faith, overflowing with love, kindness, and unwavering devotion to family – entered Heaven’s gates.
Richard Allen Smith was born on April 19, 1942, in Colorado Springs, Colorado to Gaylord Murton and Frances Mauberdine Smith. He...
Norma Sais
Jul 21, 2025
Norma G. Sais, 59, passed away peacefully on July 21, 2025, in Odessa, Texas.
She was born on September 29, 1965, in Monahans, Texas, to Ricardo Sais and Maria del Rosario Garcia.
Norma had a warm and caring spirit. Though she never had children of her own, she loved her fur babies deeply—especially her beloved Ginger. She also shared a close bond...
Virginia Carrasco Banegas
Jul 12, 2025
Virginia Carrasco Banegas, 86, of Monahans, Texas, passed away peacefully on July 12, 2025, at the Permian Residential Care Center/Westbrook Village in Andrews, Texas.
Virginia was born on May 15, 1939, in Saragosa, Texas, to Pedro and Josefa Carrasco. She was a loving daughter, wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, and friend. She loved hosting family gatherings in her home alongside her...
Miles Douglas Crockett
Jul 10, 2025
It is with deep sorrow and heavy hearts that we share the passing of our beloved baby boy, Miles Douglas Crockett, who entered our lives on July 3, 2025, and left us far too soon on July 10, 2025, in Albuquerque, NM. In his brief time with us, Miles brought an immense amount of love and joy that will forever...
Alan Dale Neel
Jul 10, 2025
Alan Dale Neel, a longtime Monahans resident, was born December 17, 1954, in Oakland, California. He passed away unexpectedly on July 10, 2025, in Monahans. He was 70 years old.
A graveside service is scheduled for Tuesday, July 15, 2025, at 10:00 AM at the Monahans Memorial Cemetery with Richard Knight officiating.
Alan left his earthly body with a servant’s heart while...
Roy Charles Brown
Jun 27, 2025
On August 7,1932, in the city of Santa Rita, Texas, a baby boy was born to Jay and Lillie Brown. They named him Roy Charles Brown. He was the third child.
Roy accepted Christ into his life at an early age. Roy completed his elementary school years at Dunbar school in McCamey Texas.
In 1953, Roy was united in holy matrimony to...
Joyce Womack Norris
Jun 24, 2025
Joyce Womack Norris, 89, of Monahans, Texas, passed away peacefully on June 24, 2025, in Odessa, Texas.
Joyce was born on September 12, 1935, to Thomas Womack and Geneva Word Womack. She was a devoted Christian who attended Shiloh Baptist Church and lived her life with unwavering generosity, strength, and honesty.
Joyce was known for her big heart—always willing to lend a...
Harvey Dale Stout Jr.
Jun 18, 2025
Harvey Dale Stout Jr., 70, of Monahans, Texas passed away June 18, 2025, in Odessa, Texas, in the presence of his daughter and family.
Dale was born May 23, 1955, in Crane, Texas to Harvey Dale Stout Sr. and Lawana Oliver.
Dale loved watching football, especially his Dallas Cowboys. He loved his roosters, camping & fishing with his family. He had a...
Raul Soto Rodriguez
Jun 16, 2025
Raul Soto Rodriguez, 88, of Monahans, Texas, passed away on June 16, 2025, in Odessa, Texas. Raul was born in La Rosita Coahuila, Mexico, on February 18, 1937, to Timoteo Rodriguez and Angelica Soto Rodriguez.
Raul lived a full and vibrant life, filled with love for his family, hard work, and a passion for the outdoors. He enjoyed tending to his...
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