Obituaries

Willie Sharon Reed

Willie Sharon Reed

May 31, 2024

Willie Sharon Reed, age 77, passed away in Kermit, Tx May 31, 2024, at her home. She was born December 10, 1946, in Goree, Texas to Roy and Cleo Wallace. Sharon married Milton Reed on October 21, 1965, in Louisiana and they spent 39 wonderful years together until his passing, November 2004.

Sharon enjoyed watching baseball and was a huge fan...

Fred Leon Linton

Fred Leon Linton

May 25, 2024

Fred Leon Linton, loving husband, proud father, adoring grandfather, and faithful friend, was born November 5, 1944, in Hominy, Oklahoma, to Forrest Leon and Ella Isabelle (Throop) Linton.  The family ultimately moved to Borger, Texas, where Fred attended school and found his love for football and track.  At Borger High School Fred was a Student Council Representative, officer of Spanish...

Susan Harkey Dunn

Susan Harkey Dunn

May 24, 2024

Susan Harkey Dunn of Midland, Texas, passed away on May 24th, 2024, at the age of 74 after a courageous battle with cancer, surrounded by her family. Susan lived life to the fullest through simple pleasures, driving around looking at wild flowers, lunches with friends, and most of all, being with her family. She was an avid reader and enjoyed cooking....

Elijio Franco Venegas

Elijio Franco Venegas

May 13, 2024

Elijio Franco Venegas passed away on May 13, 2024, in Odessa. 

Elijio was born to Grafido and Paula Venegas, in Ojinaga, Mexico on November 29, 1937. 

Before his retirement he spent over 30 years in the oil field industry. After retirement, he really enjoyed working in his yard and spending time with his grandkids, nieces/nephews, in addition to his great nieces/nephews. 

Elijio is...

Onella Chance

Onella Chance

May 11, 2024

Onella Catherine Chance entered into her heavenly home on May 11, 2024. Onella was born on July 1, 1947, in Hobbs, New Mexico. She attended Hobbs High School before moving to Denver City, Texas, where she graduated. Onella met the love of her life - Randy Chance in 1966 and they were married on February 8, 1967. She and her...

Walter Lee Simmons

Walter Lee Simmons

May 1, 2024

Walter (Walt) Lee Simmons (96), of Odessa, passed away on May 1, 2024, in Odessa, Texas. Walter was born in Cortez, Colorado, to Walter Fielding Simmons and Mary Martindale Simmons on March 19, 1928. Walter graduated from Farmington High School in 1950. During his life, Walter served in the Army branch of the Military in transportation from 1951 to 1953...

Jo Lynn Siebenhor

Jo Lynn Siebenhor

Apr 26, 2024

On the somber day of April 26, 2024, the world bid farewell to a remarkable soul, Jo Lynn "Jo" Siebenhor. Jo Lynn was born on August 22, 1990, to Bobby and Mary Jo Sinclair in Monahans, Tx. She attended and graduated from MHS in 2008. Jo Lynn met the love of her life, Albert Siebenhor III, in 2005. The two...

Herbert Reed Johnson

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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...