All Obituaries

Gilberto Grijalva Hernandez, 73, of Monahans, Texas, passed away on Friday October 15, 2021 at Medical Center Hospital in Odessa, Texas. Gilberto Grijalva Hernandez was born Cd Camargo, Chihuahua to Anastacio Hernadez Zubia and Maria Grijalva Ramirez on April 20, 1948. Gilberto is preceded in death by his parents Anastacio and Maria Hernandez. Gilberto is survived by his wife of 48 years Olivia Pina Hernandez, His sons Gilberto (Virginia) of Odessa, Hector (Gloria), and Ruben Hernandez of...

Ross Colton Phipps, age 28, passed into the arms of his Savior on October 10, 2021. He was born October 1, 1993 to Leisa and Calvin Phipps. At an early age he professed his faith in Jesus and was a member of First Baptist Church. Ross began his school days at Cullender Kindergarten and graduated from Monahans High School in 2012. A member of the Big Green Band, UIL Debate team, Powerlifting team, and a proud member of the 2011 semifinal Lobo Football team. He attended the University of...

On Saturday, October 2, 2021, Polly Bean went to be with the Lord and Savior. She was born on October 6, 1939, to Ernest and Flossie Bryant in Seymore, Texas. Polly married Connie Bean on December 31, 2005, living in Monahans, Texas until her passing. Polly was a member of Southside Baptist Church. She was very active in her church. Polly loved all that she met. She is survived by her loving daughter; Lynn Hewlett, son; Scott Griggs, grandson; Tray Hewlett, many nieces and nephews,...

  Jimmy Don Price received his wings at age 56 on September 30, 2021 in Fort Worth, Texas. He was born May 3, 1965 in Borger, Texas to Martin and Beverly Price. Jimmy was an entrepreneur and business owner, but his passion lied with his family. He married his high school sweetheart, Doretta Thames in 1984. Their sons, Zach and Riley, and grandson Rance were his pride and joy. He resided in Monahans, Texas for 43 years where he was a valued member of the community. He was an advocate...

Eleazar Zapata Rocha, 51, joined our Lord and Savior on September 29, 2021, in Monahans, Texas. Eleazar was born on July 21, 1970, in Del Rio, Texas to Benito Rocha Sr. and Lorenza Flores Zapata.   Eleazar worked in the oilfield till he was injured. He later worked as a construction worker in the Dallas, Texas area. Eleazar was a very loving and kind person, one who would give his shirt off his back to help others. He was a clown, always joking around just to make others laugh....

Lee Leos, 69, of Monahans, Texas, passed away on Thursday, September 29, 2021, in Odessa, Texas. Lee was born in Monahans on June 18, 1952.   Lee’s biggest enjoyment in life was music. He had a huge collection of CDs.  Lee could also play the piano by ear. His favorite song to play was “Color My World.” Lee was preceded in death by his mother Elena McCall, along with his grandmother Magdelena Marquez Leos, brother Johnny White, and sister Yolanda Leos. Lee is...

Cindy Fulfer, 68, of Monahans, Texas, passed away on Monday, September 13, 2021, in Monahans, Texas. Cindy was born in Amarillo, Texas to Horace and Iris Blagg on July 14, 1953. Cindy was a mom, wife, grandma, and a friend to the end! She was a schoolteacher for 33 years. She also worked at The Department of Human Services for 13 years. Cindy was married to her husband Edwin for 42 years. A full life in anybody’s book! Still taken too soon! She is in a better place now. Cindy is...

Shirley Imogene Estes, 91 years old, joined our Lord and Savior on September 10, 2021 in Odessa, TX. Shirley was born on November 20, 1929 in Abilene, TX to Hiram Baggett and Adeline Rogers. She received her Bachelors from North Texas University and a Masters from Sul Ross University. In 1957 Shirley married Carl D. Estes Jr. and had 3 wonderful daughters. She was a dedicated Social Studies teacher at Monahans ISD for 36 years. When Shirley retired she became a full time Granny. Shirley...

Angela “Kay” Gearard, 59, of Monahans, Texas, passed away September 8, 2021, with her family by her side. Angela Went to Monahans High and played volleyball and basketball for the Monahans Lady Loboes. She later dropped out of school at 17 when she got pregnant with her first child, Nicole Gearard. A daughter that she loved and adored more than anything. She started her career being a CNA at the Monahans Manage Care Center and then met Michael Allen Curey and later married. They...

Sherrie Lynn Burke McDaniel passed away peacefully on September 8, 2021 in Monahans Texas.  Sherrie was born to William (Bill) H. Burke Jr. and wife Sarah Clair on February 22, 1954 in Monahans Texas. She attended elementary school in Georgia and Monahans and graduated from Monahans High School in 1972. After high school she attended Angelo State University, where she met the love of her life Lowell McDaniel. They were married on October 12, 1973 and had two children Brandee and...